Lakers vs Spurs NBA Emirates Cup Predictions, Odds, Props & Picks (11/15)

After a quiet Thursday night around the league, the NBA is back with 12 NBA Emirates Cup group play games scheduled for Friday. That includes when the Los Angeles Lakers (7-4) and San Antonio Spurs (6-6) go head-to-head at 7:30 p.m. ET and everything you need to know about the matchup — from the latest odds to the best bets — can be found in this preview.

Buckle up and let’s end the week on a high note as we dive into today’s Lakers vs. Spurs predictions and picks.

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NBA Emirates Cup: Lakers vs Spurs on ESPN (11/15)

Lakers vs Spurs Game Information

• Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers (7-4, 1-4 Away) vs. San Antonio Spurs (6-6, 5-2 Home)
• Venue & Location: Frost Bank Center (San Antonio, TX)
• Date: Friday, Nov. 15, 2024
• Game Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
• How to Watch: Lakers vs. Spurs: ESPN

Lakers vs Spurs NBA Betting Odds

All NBA Emirates Cup odds are courtesy of BetOnline as of Thursday, Nov. 14 at 11:53 p.m. ET. Odds from other sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.

Lakers vs Spurs Spread

• Los Angeles Lakers -3 (-110)
• San Antonio Spurs +3 (-110)

Spurs vs Lakers Over/Under

• Over 226.5 Points (-110)
• Under 226.5 Points (-110)

Lakers vs Spurs Moneyline

• Los Angeles Lakers -140
• San Antonio Spurs +120

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Lakers vs Spurs NBA Betting Trends

• The Lakers are 8-2 straight up in their last 10 road games vs. San Antonio.
• San Antonio is 4-1 straight up in its last five home games.
• The Lakers are 4-8 ATS in their last 12 games played on Friday.
• San Antonio is 11-3 ATS in its last 14 games vs. the Pacific Division.
• The total hit the Over in four of the Lakers’ last five games vs. the Western Conference.
• The total hit the Over in seven of San Antonio’s last nine games played in November.

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Lakers vs Spurs NBA Cup Predictions & Picks (11/15)

The NBA Emirates Cup continues as the Lakers and Spurs will play their first group-stage contests tonight.

The Lakers are heading to San Antonio with a fair chunk of momentum stemming from a three-game win streak, most recently picking up a 128-123 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies two nights ago. LeBron James led the way as he became the oldest player in NBA history to record three straight triple-doubles, finishing the night with 35 points, 14 assists, and 12 rebounds.

The win was another example of the Lakers playing well offensively as they’re now averaging 122.3 points with a plus-11.7 average scoring margin during their current heater.

Meanwhile, this evening’s encounter marks the end of the Spurs’ five-game homestand. Things have gone well thus far as San Antonio has gone 3-1 through the first four outings, last earning a 139-130 win against the Washington Wizards behind Victor Wembanyama’s career-high 50-point effort.

How will Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama follow up on his latest effort? 

As far as the recent history goes between these franchises, the Lakers are 6-1 SU across their last seven meetings with the Spurs. And while Los Angeles has only won one of its first five home games this season, it’s worth mentioning that JJ Redick’s team also emerged victorious in eight of its 10 previous trips to Frost Bank Center.

The Spurs have played well at home so far, going 5-2 SU/4-3 ATS through seven outings. Having said that, it’s hard to ignore the lack of home success they’ve had against the Lakers in recent years.

If the Spurs want to stand tall, they must avoid another slow start. They’re only averaging 26.1 points per first quarter (26th) and 52.6 points per first half (26th) whereas the Lakers average 29.3 (8th) and 57.7 (7th), respectively.

That could be easier said than done, though. The Spurs have been receiving little offensive production from its lineup outside of Wembanyama and if the Lakers can figure out a way to shut down the second-year pro, it’ll be even harder for the home team to pull off the upset victory.

How will the Lakers’ best players — like LeBron James — step up in San Antonio tonight? 

In what could be a competitive game, I have the Lakers grinding out the win. They’ve proven that they have the Spurs’ number and that’s even truer at Frost Bank Center. With slow starts constantly plaguing the Spurs to open the season, too, the Lakers might have a chance to put this game out of reach early on.

Both sides have struggled to cover the spread lately, though, so I’ll side with the Over on the 226.5-point total tonight. Not only is the Over a resounding 5-2 in the Spurs’ last seven games, but the Lakers’ last four outings averaged a combined 236.0 points per game. Los Angeles and San Antonio have also exceeded tonight’s projected total in five of their last six clashes at Frost Bank Center — including the last three in a row.

With both teams being defensively inconsistent, don’t be surprised if we see a lot of points in San Antonio.

Lakers vs. Spurs NBA Emirates Cup Prediction: LAL wins

Best Lakers vs. Spurs NBA Bet: o226.5 Total Points (-110)

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Best Lakers vs Spurs NBA Player Prop (11/15)

As the NBA Emirates Cup rolls on, I’m naming Austin Reaves o17.5 total points (-113) as the best Lakers vs. Spurs player prop bet.

It’s been quite the season for Reaves, who’s averaging a career-high 18.6 points on .473/.357/.767 splits. The former Oklahoma product has hit the Over on this prop in seven of his 11 outings so far (63.6%), which includes tallying 18-plus points in each of his last four games. That trend has a decent shot at continuing considering how the Spurs are allowing the 10th-most points to shooting guards this season.

After scoring 22 points in his most recent visit to San Antonio last year, I’m feeling confident about this Reaves prop.

Best Lakers vs. Spurs Player Prop: Austin Reaves o17.5 Total Points (-113)

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