by Rod Pearson
Wednesday, Feb 04, 2026
Game Time: 10:00 pm ET, Thursday, February 5, 2026
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Where to Watch: NBCS-P+, SPECSN
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: 76ers +4.5, Lakers -4.5; Over/Under: 232.5 points
Bet365: Point Spread: 76ers +4.5, Lakers -4.5; Over/Under: 232.5 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: 76ers +4.5, Lakers -4.5; Over/Under: 232.5 points
Season Record
Philadelphia 76ers: 29-21 (4th place, Atlantic Division)
Los Angeles Lakers: 30-19 (1st place, Pacific Division)
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Philadelphia 76ers: 7-3 last 10
Los Angeles Lakers: 6-4 last 10
Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers Preview and Analysis
The 76ers are entering this game with a 29-21 record overall this season and they are 14-8 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 5 game winning streak with wins coming against the Milwaukee Bucks, the Sacramento Kings, the New Orleans Pelicans, the Los Angeles Clippers, and the Golden State Warriors. V. J. Edgecombe led the team in points in that game with 25 while Trendon Watford was next on the team with 16 points. V. J. Edgecombe led the team in assists in that game with 7 while Andre Drummond led the team in rebounds with 12. They were 45.2% from the field, 34.2% from 3-point range, and 76.2% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 116.8 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 115.3 PPG against them. The 76ers have an ATS record of 29-21 this season and their O/U record is 26-24.
The Lakers are entering this game with a 30-19 record overall this season and they are 12-8 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the Brooklyn Nets. LeBron James led the team in points in that game with 25 while Luka Dončić was next on the team with 24 points. LeBron James led the team in assists in that game with 7 while Deandre Ayton led the team in rebounds with 8. They were 54.1% from the field, 22.6% from 3-point range, and 66.7% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 116.3 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 116.2 PPG against them. The Lakers have an ATS record of 27-22 this season and their O/U record is 28-21.
76ers vs Lakers Prediction
The current betting odds have the Lakers listed as a 4.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Lakers have looked good in their games this season with their 30-19 record overall which has them in the top half of the West. They have looked good on their home court too with their 12-8 home record this season. Meanwhile, the 76ers have looked good in their games this season with their 29-21 record overall which has them in the top half of the East. They have been a good road team too with their 14-8 road record this year. The 76ers have been rolling in their games lately as they are 7-3 in their last 10 games and have a ton of momentum on their side with 5 wins in a row now. They have been doing this without one of their starters too, losing Paul George to a suspension, but that is going to start catching up to them now. As good as the 76ers have looked lately, they have been beating up on a lot of bad opponents and banged up teams. They just picked up wins against the Clippers and the Warriors, but both teams were missing key players. The Lakers are off a win over the Nets in their last one and they have looked good lately as they are 6-4 in their last 10 games. They did have some trouble on their road trip, but they bounced back in that win over the Nets and they will be looking to get rolling again at home. The 76ers have been going strong lately without Paul George, but they are due to start cooling off and the Lakers can take advantage of that on their home court as they have been getting some key players back lately themselves. The best way to place a bet here is on the Lakers to cover the spread in this game.
76ers Lakers Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Thursday, February 5, 2026 (10:00 pm ET start time) is Lakers 124 76ers 117.
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NBA Betting Trends
Philadelphia 76ers: 25-11 ATS after successfully covering the spread in 3 or more consecutive games. 20-10 ATS in a road game where the total is greater than or equal to 230. 22-16 ATS when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 70%). 17-9 UNDER against Pacific division opponents. 6-3 UNDER versus good foul drawing teams - attempting 27 free throws/game or more.
Los Angeles Lakers: 21-34 ATS off a road win. 25-32 ATS when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%). 35-23 UNDER when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%).
Key Injuries
Philadelphia 76ers: J. Embiid (C) Day To Day - Injury Management.
Los Angeles Lakers: A. Thiero (SF) Out - Knee.
Notable Quotes
“I don’t need any validation from anybody. I’m happy where I’m at. I’m excited to be playing every night. If [the All-Star Game selection] didn’t happen, who cares? I get a week off to rest, anyway.” - Joel Embiid on not being named an All-Star this season.
"It was just a boost for all us, especially at the end of a road trip, to get a guy like that back. Obviously his rhythm is a little off, but s---, he still made an impact and I'm just happy to have him back." - LeBron James on Austin Reaves returning to the lineup in their win against the Nets on Tuesday.
Starting Lineups
Philadelphia 76ers
PG Tyrese Maxey
SG VJ Edgecombe
SF Kelly Oubre Jr.
PF Dominick Barlow
C Joel Embiid
Los Angeles Lakers
PG Luka Doncic
SG Austin Reaves
SF Marcus Smart
PF LeBron James
C Deandre Ayton
Statistical Leaders
Philadelphia 76ers
PPG: Tyrese Maxey (28.9)
APG: Tyrese Maxey (6.8)
Reb/G: Andre Drummond (8.8)
Los Angeles Lakers
PPG: Luka Doncic (33.4)
APG: Luka Doncic (8.7)
Reb/G: Deandre Ayton (8.5)
Coaches:
Philadelphia 76ers: Nick Nurse (3rd season)
Los Angeles Lakers: JJ Redick (2nd season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
