Miami Heat (2-4) at Los Angeles Lakers (5-2): prediction and pick

Los Angeles Lakers are slight favorites in what looks like a close game at 55% to win (LAL -2.5). Our predicted score is Miami Heat 118, Los Angeles Lakers 120, against a betting total of 237.5. Los Angeles Lakers have 2 players listed out or doubtful. Check the final injury report before betting. With a game this close, the moneyline on the underdog (Miami Heat) is often where the value is, if anywhere.

Fair odds: Miami Heat +123, Los Angeles Lakers -123. Built from the betting line with the sportsbook's cut removed.

Predicted score: Miami Heat 118, Los Angeles Lakers 120

Spread: LAL -2.5

Total: 237.5

Moneyline: Miami Heat +114, Los Angeles Lakers -135

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• Los Angeles Lakers: 3-2 in the last 5 (W L W L W, most recent first)
• Miami Heat: 2-3 in the last 5 (W W L L L, most recent first)

Los Angeles Lakers: Ziaire Williams (Out), Adou Thiero (Out)

Miami Heat: Tim Hardaway Jr. (Day-To-Day)

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