Warriors vs. Lakers Picks and Prediction – 4/3/2025

Golden State Warriors (44-31) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (46-29)
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA

Previous Games:

  • Golden State: 134-125 win over Memphis, with Stephen Curry scoring 52 points.

  • Los Angeles: 104-98 win over Houston, with three players scoring 20+ points.

Head-to-Head:

Golden State has been red-hot with seven wins in their last 10 games, including a 3-game win streak. They’ll look to continue their strong form as they face a Lakers team with a solid home record (29-9). The Warriors are 4th in the NBA, averaging 15.4 three-pointers per game, which could be crucial against the Lakers. However, Los Angeles has had success in recent matchups, including an eight-point win over the Warriors earlier this season.

Golden State Warriors Breakdown:

Golden State is firing on all cylinders, especially from beyond the arc, where they lead the league in three-point attempts. The Warriors are averaging 114.7 points in their last 10 games and are led by Stephen Curry, who scored 52 points in their most recent win. Their offense, built around Curry’s shooting and their three-point barrage, is difficult to stop when firing on all cylinders.

Key Players:

  • Stephen Curry: 24.4 PPG, 3.1 3PM (40.3%)

  • Jimmy Butler: 17.4 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 6.8 APG

Los Angeles Lakers Breakdown:

Los Angeles has been solid, especially at home, and has been getting consistent contributions from multiple players. Their 29-9 home record speaks to their dominance in LA. The Lakers are averaging 113.7 PPG and are coming off a solid team effort in their win over Houston. With Luka Doncic leading the charge, the Lakers are a tough team to beat at home.

Key Players:

  • Luka Donic: 27.2 PPG

  • LeBron James: 16 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 7.5 APG

  • Anthony Davis: 25 PPG, 12 RPG

Betting Trends:

Golden State Warriors:

  • 7-3 over their last 10 games.

  • 16-4 in their last 20 games.

Los Angeles Lakers:

  • 6-4 over their last 10 games.

  • 29-9 at home this season.

Exact Score Prediction:

Golden State Warriors 115 – Los Angeles Lakers 112

Our Best Bet:

Golden State Warriors +2.5 (-110)

With Golden State’s offensive firepower and their ability to score from anywhere on the court, they should keep this game close, and they have a solid chance of winning outright. Despite the Lakers’ home-court advantage, the Warriors are playing too well to overlook.

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