Warriors vs Lakers Free Pick, NBA Free Picks, NBA Predictions 2/6/25
- J.A. Cavalier
- Feb 6
- 3 min read
GOLDEN STATE @ LA LAKERS (LAL -7.5, 221.5)
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WARRIORS @ LAKERS 2/6/25
Just last week, speculations would have suggested a different outcome for this much-anticipated face-off between the Warriors and the Lakers. But, blockbuster trades have shaken the dynamics and added a touch of thrill to tonights showdown at the Crypto.com Arena. In their third meeting of the season, Golden State (25-24; 24-24-1 ATS) takes on the Los Angeles (29-19; 25-22-1 ATS).
Golden State has managed to bounce back and win 3 of their last 5. The big news for the Warriors though is the recent trade for Jimmy Butler. The Warriors have a sturdy defense, ranking ninth in the league. They limit shots at the time and they defend against the three-pointer well enough to have positioned themselves 13th in the league. They also boast the 10th highest defensive rebounding rate.
On the flip side, the Warriors rank 19th in offensive ratings. Their aggressive rebounding and high three-point attempts per game paint an impressive picture. However, they struggle inside-the-arc and at the free throw line. That could hurt them tonight as they seek their first win over the Lakers this season.
The Lakers are returning home after winning a staggering 9 of their last 11 games. LA, of course, pulled off a blockbuster trade of its own, acquiring superstar Luka Doncic from Dallas. The Lakers are 10th in offensive rating and have been shooting very well lately. One area where they need to improve is offensive rebounding.
The Lakers' defense isn't as high-ranked, standing 20th in the defensive rating. But, their three-point defense and low surrendering of free throw attempts could give them an edge. The Lakers have already beaten the Warriors twice at Golden State and head into tonight’s game with a lot of momentum.
LA is 7-1 SU and 6-1-1 ATS in its last 8 games. The Lakers are 6-1 SU in their last 7 home games. They are also 6-2 ATS in their last 8 when hosting Golden State. The Warriors have not fared well against the Lakers over the past few years. Golden State is just 5-10 SU and ATS in the last 15 games against Los Angeles.
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COACH RICK FREE PICK:
OVER 221.5
Jimmy Butler won’t play for the Warriors tonight, but his trade will bring a level of excitement to tonight’s game. It should have a positive effect on the Warriors and Steph Curry, who have had their fair share of high-scoring games recently. Six of the last eight Warriors games have gone Over tonight’s number. Both Warriors-Lakers games this season have eclipsed the total and 7 of the last 10 in this series have cashed on the Over. Each team has seen 3 of its last 4 games go Over as well. The Lakers scored 122-plus in each of their last three games and Golden State allowed 130-plus in two of their last three.