Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction and Odds
Nugget vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction and Odds: The LA Lakers are predicted to win as per the latest odds and predictions.
The Denver Nuggets will aim to grab the golden opportunity of winning the Western Conference Finals with another victory in Game 4 which is set to take place at Crypto.com Arena tonight. The Nuggets have made their way easy with a fantastic performance in the series so far. After two back-to-back home wins, they convincingly won an away game when the two sides met in Game 3. Denver will aim to repeat the same performance and dominate the Lakers in front of their home crowd once again.
It’s undoubtedly a mammoth task for the LA Lakers to bounce back after losing the first three fixtures. The home loss in the last game has increased the pressure on them. Game 4 is set to be a do-or-die contest for Darvin Ham’s men. The Lakers need to bring out a flawless show in the next meeting to keep their championship hopes alive.
Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction: Season Summary
Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets have been in excellent touch this season. They finished the regular season as the table-toppers of the Western Conference. The Nuggets won 53 games and lost 29. In the postseason, they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns in the first two rounds to qualify for the Finals.
LA Lakers
The LA Lakers fought hard to confirm a playoff berth after a slow start to the season. However, the lethal due of James and Davis and some crucial moves in the NBA trade proved beneficial for them. Los Angeles finished their regular season campaign in the 7th position in the Western Conference. They had 43 wins and 39 defeats. The Lakers registered wins against the Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors in the playoffs before the series against the Nuggets.
Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction: Home-Away Stats
The LA Lakers will be the hosts for Game 4. They have displayed some top-quality basketball in their home arena so far. The Lakers won 23 out of 41 home fixtures in the regular season. In the playoffs, they lost just 1 out of 8 matchups at Crypto.com as of now.
It will be an away contest for the Denver Nuggets. They had an away record of 19-22 in the regular season. The Nuggets won 3 out of 6 away fixtures in the playoffs till now.
Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction: Offense and Defense Comparison
Offense
Offensive Advantage: Denver Nuggets
- The Denver Nuggets have maintained an average of 116.5 points per game this season. In shooting, they have a conversion rate of 49.0% in field goals, 38.5% in 3-pointers, and 81.6% in free throws. In the regular season, the Nuggets were the 5th highest-ranked team in the attack having an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 116.9.
- The LA Lakers are playing in the playoffs with an average of 112.7 points per game. They shot 47.3% from the field, 33.3% from the 3-point line, and 80.7% in free throws. The Lakers were ranked 20 in the attack with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 114.4.
Defense
Defensive Advantage: Parity
- The Denver Nuggets have given away 107.9 points per game so far in the postseason. They allowed the opposition to play with an accuracy of 47.3% in field goals and 33.9% in 3-pointers. The Lakers played with an average of 38.4 rebounds, with 5.6 steals and 4.9 blocks per game. With an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 114.2, Denver was given a rank of 18 in the defense.
- The LA Lakers have conceded 109.7 points per game as of now. They restricted the other teams to 43.6% from the field and 34.9% from the 3-point line. The Lakers maintained an average of 46.7 rebounds per game. The average number of steals and the average number of blocks per game are currently at 6.1 and 3.5 respectively. The Lakers were rated 113.9 on the defense with a rank of 13 in the league.
Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Odds
Despite the home advantage for the LA Lakers in Game 4, it will be a tough challenge for them to get the better of the red-hot Nuggets. On the other hand, the Denver Nuggets will aim to continue their dominance in Game 4.
Spread
- Denver Nuggets: +3.5 (-110)
- LA Lakers: -3.5 (-110)
Moneyline
- Denver Nuggets: +145
- LA Lakers: -170
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Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction: Head-to-Head Stats
There have been 36 playoff encounters between these two sides as of now. The LA Lakers have dominated with 25 wins, while the Denver Nuggets were on the winning side in 11 games.
The previous playoff matchup took place in the NBA 2020 Western Conference Finals. The LA Lakers registered a 4-1 in that series.
Both these sides have met 189 times in the regular season. The LA Lakers have the upper hand here too. They are leading with 113 wins, while the Denver Nuggets won 76 games.
In the regular season of the NBA 2022-23, both these teams won 2 games each out of 4 meetings.
H2H Key Highlights: Last 5 Playoff Meetings
- Number of away games won by the Denver Nuggets: 1
- Number of home games won by the LA Lakers: 1
- Average Number of Total Points Scored: 228.4
- Average Number of Points Scored by the LA Lakers: 111.6
- Average Number of Points Scored by the Denver Nuggets: 114.8
Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Prediction: Players to Watch Out
Denver Nuggets
- Nikola Jokic (Center): Points Per Game: 29.9 | Rebounds Per Game: 13.2 | Assists Per Game: 10.1
- Jamal Murray (Point Guard): Points Per Game: 27.9 | Assists Per Game: 6.2 | Rebounds Per Game: 5.6
- Michael Porter Jr. (Small Forward): Points Per Game: 14.6 | Rebounds Per Game: 7.9 | Assists Per Game: 1.9
LA Lakers
- LeBron James (Small Forward): Points Per Game: 23.5 | Rebounds Per Game: 9.9 | Assists Per Game: 6.3
- Anthony Davis (Power Forward): Points Per Game: 22.7 | Rebounds Per Game: 14.1 | Blocks Per Game: 3.1
- Austin Reaves (Shooting Guard): Points Per Game: 16.9 | Assists Per Game: 4.7 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.6
Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4 Winner Prediction
- Home Advantage: Lakers
- H2H Advantage: Lakers
- Offensive Advantage: Nuggets
- Defensive Advantage: Nuggets
- Overall: Lakers to win
The Denver Nuggets have been just amazing in the current series. Michael Malone and his men seem to be on a mission to clinch their first-ever NBA title. The Nuggets have the best chance to carry forward the momentum and wrap up the series with another win in Game 4. On the other hand, the LA Lakers are in dismay after failing to live up to the expectations in the Conference Finals. They have a lot to improve ahead of the next clash to keep the series alive.
All the prediction and betting platforms are suggesting a comeback win for the LA Lakers in this fixture.
