Updated Odds, Predictions for Lakers vs. Nuggets Matchup on March 14, 2025
A preview of the upcoming Lakers vs. Nuggets game, detailing team stats and injury reports ahead of the game on March 14.
The Denver Nuggets (42-24) will host the Los Angeles Lakers (40-24) in a key NBA matchup on Friday night. Currently, the Nuggets are struggling, having lost two of their last three games, including a recent defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves by a score of 115-95. Meanwhile, the Lakers are on a four-game road trip, having lost three consecutive games, with the Milwaukee Bucks defeating them 126-106.
In terms of injuries, LeBron James (groin) and Luka Doncic (calf) are ruled out for the Lakers, while Aaron Gordon (ankle) is doubtful for the Nuggets, but Nikola Jokic (elbow) and Jamal Murray (knee) are both expected to play.
The game is expected to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET. The teams have faced each other twice this season, splitting their matchups. The Nuggets are currently favored by 14.5 points, with the total set at 227.5 points.
Key Betting Insights:
- Spread: Denver -14.5
- Over/Under: 227.5 points
- Money Line: Denver -1124, Los Angeles +710
- Lakers against the spread: 35-28-1
- Nuggets against the spread: 32-32-1
For further betting advice and predictions, make sure to check SportsLine’s projections for this game.
