Lakers vs Suns Prediction, Odds & Picks | NBA In-Season Tournament (Nov. 10): Phoenix Stands Tall

The 2023-24 NBA In-Season Tournament continues with another slate of group play matchups on Friday, Nov. 10. One showdown out west pits the Los Angeles Lakers against the Phoenix Suns on ESPN at 11 p.m. ET.

A look back at the top performances from the first night of NBA In-Season Tournament games last week.

Who will lead the league tomorrow night?

Tournament action continues Friday with nine Group Play games, including a ESPN doubleheader.

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— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) November 9, 2023

These foes are heading in opposite directions ahead of their group play debuts. The Lakers are owners of a three-game losing streak following a 129-94 loss to the Houston Rockets. Meanwhile, the Suns search for a third straight winning after picking up a 116-115 overtime victory over the Chicago Bulls.

When it comes to Bovada’s NBA futures odds, Los Angeles and Phoenix are two of the top contenders to win the in-season tournament. The Suns are available at +1200 odds (No. 5) to win the inaugural competition while the Lakers are right behind them at +1800 (T-No. 6).

Nevertheless, let’s get into the rest of this betting preview, which features the latest NBA odds, tonight’s best bets, and my Lakers vs Suns prediction.

Lakers vs Suns NBA In-Season Tournament (Nov. 10)

Matchup Information

• Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers (3-5, 0-5 Away) vs. Phoenix Suns (4-4, 1-2 Home)
• Venue & Location: Footprint Center (Phoenix, AZ)
• Date: Friday, Nov. 10, 2023
• Game Time: 10 p.m. Eastern Time
• Lakers vs. Suns TV Channel Info: ESPN

Lakers vs Suns Odds & Spread

NBA game odds courtesy of Bovada as of Friday, Nov. 10 at 9:50 a.m. ET. Odds from other top online sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.

Lakers vs Suns Spread

• Los Angeles Lakers +4 (-115)
• Phoenix Suns -4 (-105)

Lakers vs Suns Over/Under

• Over 224.5 Points (-110)
• Under 224.5 Points (-110)

Lakers vs Suns Moneyline

• Los Angeles Lakers +145
• Phoenix Suns -170

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Lakers vs Suns Betting Trends

• The Lakers are 0-9 straight up in their last nine road games.
• Phoenix is 5-0 straight up in its last five home games vs. the Lakers.
• The Lakers are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games vs. Phoenix.
• Phoenix is 5-12-1 ATS in its last 18 games played on a Friday.
• The total has hit the Under in four of the Lakers’ last five games.
• The total has hit the Over in seven of Phoenix’s last eight home games.

Lakers vs Suns Prediction & Pick (Nov. 10)

Tonight marks the second matchup between the Lakers and Suns this season. The Pacific Division rivals collided back on Oct. 26, ending in a 100-95 victory for Los Angeles as Anthony Davis led the way with a 30-point, 12-rebound double-double.

Having said that, history repeating itself tonight is far from guaranteed. For starters, there’s no telling if Davis will be healthy enough to play. He’s expected to be a game-time decision after missing Wednesday’s contest with a hip injury.

The Suns are dealing with injuries, too, but it’s more of a mixed situation. While Devin Booker (calf) has already been ruled out, Bradley Beal (back) is probable to suit up. The three-time all-star made his Suns debut earlier this week, finishing with 13 PTS/4 REB/4 AST while shooting 50.0% from three-point range.

Bradley Beal’s first bucket as a Sun ? (via @Suns)

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— Overtime (@overtime) November 9, 2023

On top of that, the Lakers have been awful away from home this season. All three of their last three losses took place on the road, where they’re 0-5 thus far. That’s without mentioning how they own the NBA’s fifth-worst average on the road (minus-14.2).

For reference, the Suns are a respectable plus-3.3 at home.

It’s also hard having faith in the Lakers when the defense collapses the second LeBron James leaves the floor. While “The King” owns a minus-6 rating during his team’s three-game slide, there are six players rated minus-20 or worse. One man just can’t do everything on his own.

The Suns are a more well-balanced team where one star is capable of stepping up if another has a bad night. Chances are that if LeBron isn’t hitting his shots, the Lakers aren’t keeping things close.

Speaking of struggling to keep things close, Los Angeles is 2-6 ATS this season, which includes going 1-4 ATS on the road. Unfortunately for the visitors, the Suns have covered the spread in nine of their last 12 encounters with the Lakers.

With how poorly the Lakers have performed on the road this season, I predict a Suns victory tonight. I just can’t bring myself to back Los Angeles as long as Davis is hurt and LeBron isn’t getting proper support.

The Suns have looked strong in back-to-back games and their success against the spread when the Lakers are concerned will help them cover again tonight.

Lakers vs Suns Prediction: PHX wins

Best Bet: PHX -4 (-105 on Bovada)

Lakers vs Suns Best Player Prop

Kevin Durant is back at it again, averaging 29.3 points on 61.5% true shooting through eight games. So do I think it’ll be an issue for him to finish with more than 28.5 points tonight?

Absolutely not.

The two-time Finals MVP is averaging 31.3 PPG across his four previous outings, finishing with 31-plus points in two of the last three. He’s also made good on this prop in back-to-back outings against the Lakers, most recently finishing with a 39-point showing back on Oct. 26.

With the Suns needing more offense with Booker being sidelined tonight, expect Durant to step up and deliver.

Bet: Kevin Durant o28.5 Points (-125 on Bovada)

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