Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 3 2023 NBA Playoffs Odds

Nuggets vs. Lakers 2023 NBA Playoffs Game 3 Odds and Game Preview – May 20th

By Jeff Stinger • May 19, 2023

A tighter Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 2 had basketball fans and bettors on the edge of their seats. The final score favored the hosts, 108-103. Denver showcased quality basketball after the Lakers put them on the ropes in the first half. Both sides traded quality buckets and played incredible defense that makes for an eagerly anticipated Game 3.

This time, Los Angeles gets the support of their home crowd and is the favorite to win. However, we know how relentless this Nuggets team can be on the road. They already have a pair of road wins in the 2023 playoffs. This means the series can heavily go in their favor if the upcoming hosts don’t perform on Saturday night.

Nitrobetting is ready to dish out key assists and lob passes with betting tips and news coverage throughout the 2023 NBA Playoffs. We break down the upcoming playoff showdown between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers.

2023 NBA Playoffs: Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 3 Information

When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 8:30 PM ET
Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TV: ESPN / ABC
Radio: SiriusXM NBA Radio
Live Stream: NBA League Pass
NBA Betting Odds: Nuggets (+5.5) / Lakers (-5.5)

Why Bet on the Denver Nuggets?

Denver reeled themselves into the Lakers’ largest lead of 11 points with the help of Jamal Murray’s incredible shooting. The starting point guard closed the curtains with 37 points on 11 of 24 shooting and hit nine of his ten free throws. As a team, the Nuggets were 43.8% from the field and 36.8% from deep.

They outperformed their opponents not only from long range but on the glass as well. The hosts collected 49 total rebounds, including 11 offensive rebounds. Nikola Jokic gave us another triple-double performance and team-high numbers of 17 rebounds and 12 assists. He capped his performance with 23 points. Furthermore, the rest of the crew chipped in quality numbers. Aaron Gordon and Michael Porter Jr. combined for 26 points. Meanwhile, Bruce Brown Jr. had 12 points off the bench. Furthermore, the Nuggets capitalized on the Lakers’ 12 turnovers and converted the errors into 21 points.

The Western Conference top seed holds incredible playoff figures of 117.2 points on 49.4% shooting from the field. They have three-point stats that outshine their current Conference Finals competitors at 38.7% from deep while maintaining nearly 45 total rebounds per game.

Why Bet on the Los Angeles Lakers?

LeBron James’ 22-point and ten-assist game did not hold up to Denver’s incredible fourth-quarter run. The King did a lot of the heavy lifting and playmaking but had no answer to their opponent’s late three-pointer barrage. Rui Hachimura had an incredible game off the bench and finished his 30-minute shift with 21 points, two rebounds, and a dime, but slowed down late into the game. Anthony Davis scored 18 points and Austin Reaves and D.Lo combined for 32 points.

As a team, the Lakers shot 43.9% from the field and three-point stats that wouldn’t hold a candle to the Nuggets. The Lakers hit just eight of their 30 looks from downtown. It was a decent night from the line as the visitors made 23 of 26 free throws, but Denver gave them a difficult time fighting for rebounds. At the end of 48 minutes, Los Angeles recorded nine fewer rebounds than their competitors.

The Lakers documented an upward trend since booking their playoff position through the Play-In Tournament. In 13 games, the Lakers averaged 113.5 points per game on 42.9% shooting. They shot 33.8% from deep but have one of the better-rebounding figures at 45.5 total boards per game. In addition, they are relentless rim protectors with 6.8 blocks per game.

Nuggets vs. Lakers Betting Trends

Denver lost three of their last five playoff road games (2-3 ATS).
The Nuggets lost four of their last five road games versus the Lakers (2-3 ATS).
The totals have gone over in three of the Nuggets’ last five playoff road contests.
The Lakers won two of their last five games against the Nuggets (4-1 ATS).
Los Angeles won five of their last five playoff games at Crypto.com Arena (5-1 ATS).
The totals have gone under in three of the Lakers’ last five meetings with the Nuggets.

Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 3 Expert Betting Prediction

The Los Angeles Lakers put together enough in the latter stages of Game 2. Although they eventually waved the white flag, there’s a good chance they close things out at home in Game 3. The crucial component here is how they are mentally. The Lakers need to enter this game with confidence if they want a shot at closing the series deficit to a game.

Denver is just too good at home. They might be shaky on the road, but expect this one to stay close. Covering the spread shouldn’t be a problem for head coach Michael Malone and a healthy Nuggets lineup. A win remains possible if the Nuggets are determined to keep the momentum at an all-time high.

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