Lakers Set to Face Nets Amid Key Player Absences
As the Lakers prepare for their game against the Nets, both teams are dealing with crucial player injuries that could impact the outcome.
The Los Angeles Lakers will seek to maintain momentum against the Brooklyn Nets without star player LeBron James due to a groin injury. After losing to the Boston Celtics 111-101, the Lakers (40-22) face a Nets team that has lost seven consecutive games, including a recent defeat to the Charlotte Hornets. Luka Doncic’s participation remains in question.
Tip-off: • 7:30 PM ET from Barclays Center, Brooklyn, N.Y.
The Lakers are favored by 6.5 points with a total points line of 216.5.
Why the Lakers can cover: With James out, Doncic’s performance and emerging star Austin Reaves will be pivotal.
Why the Nets can cover: They will hope for the return of Cameron Johnson from injury, while D’Angelo Russell aims to step up amidst other players’ absences.
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