NBA Betting: Suns vs. Lakers Game 3 Odds, Expert Picks, Best Bet & Prediction

After splitting the first two games of their Western Conference NBA Playoffs series, the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers will renew hostilities on Thursday. The action shifts to STAPLES Center for Games 3 and 4. The defending NBA champs will be looking to hold serve after stealing home-court advantage in Game 2. This Suns vs. Lakers NBA betting picks preview will explore the best NBA betting odds, provide some key betting trends and offer the top NBA picks and predictions for the game.

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Suns vs. Lakers Betting Preview: NBA Picks & Odds

Suns vs. Lakers Game Info

NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals Game 3 (Series tied 1-1)

Phoenix Suns (52-22, 24-12 Away) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (44-31, 22-15 Home)
Date: Thursday, May 25, 2021
Time: 10 p.m. EST
Venue: STAPLES Center — Los Angeles, Calif.
Coverage: TNT

The Suns had a trio of their young stars step up big for the second consecutive night in Game 2. Unfortunately, the offensive attack simply wasn’t well rounded enough, and Phoenix dropped the second game of this series on their home floor. Nonetheless, Suns fans have to be particularly encouraged by what they are seeing from Deandre Ayton thus far. He posted his second straight double-double on Monday with 22 points and 10 rebounds. Devin Booker was phenomenal as well with 31 points, and Cameron Payne also got in on the act with 19 points and seven assists. The Suns are once again NBA betting underdogs tonight despite being the higher seed in this series. They will need more from Chris Paul, who was shut down in Game 2.

After struggling mightily with his shot in Game 1, Anthony Davis rebounded nicely in the second game on Monday. He dropped 34 points to go along with 10 boards and seven assists. For the Lakers to repeat as NBA champs, they’ll need similar big games from Davis throughout the NBA Playoffs. LeBron James played 39 minutes and contributed plenty despite the ongoing rumors that his ankle injury is affecting him. Los Angeles also got a big 24-point performance from Dennis Schroder, arguably the most underrated addition the team made in the offseason. Andre Drummond also stepped up in Game 2, scoring 15 points and snatching 12 boards.

Suns vs. Lakers Betting NBA Picks + NBA Odds Shopping

Using Awesemo’s OddsShopper Tool, we can easily compare the NBA odds for Suns vs. Lakers NBA Playoffs betting across the major sportsbooks. The odds outlined below are from 11 a.m. EST on May 27, so make sure to check out the OddsShopper tool yourself to get the most up-to-date odds.

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NBA Odds: Moneyline

Suns: (+245) — FanDuel, William Hill
Lakers: (-286) — BetMGM

NBA Odds: Spread

Suns: +7 (-110) — All Sportsbooks
Lakers: -7 (-110) — All Sportsbooks

NBA Odds: Total

Over: 211.5 (-110) — BetMGM, William Hill
Under: 212.5 (-112) — FanDuel

Suns vs. Lakers NBA Betting Trends

Suns are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 games following an outright loss.
Lakers are 0-4 ATS in their last four home games as an NBA betting favorite.
Suns are just 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven road games against teams with a winning record at home.
Over is 11-1 in the Suns’ last 12 road games.
Under is 5-2 in the Lakers’ last seven home games against teams with a winning record.
Under is 7-3-1 in the last 11 Suns vs. Lakers head-to-head matchups.

Suns vs. Lakers Prediction

It didn’t come as a major surprise that the Lakers were able to right the ship and take Game 2 of this series on the road. They were NBA betting favorites for that one and are now laying even more points as the series shifts to Los Angeles. The two most noteworthy Game 2 developments were the remarkable bounce-back performance from Davis as well as the struggles of Paul. Although Paul was adamant he’d be able to play through the shoulder injury he sustained in Game 1, Tuesday’s showing certainly leads one to question just how effective he’ll be going forward. If he’s not himself, the Suns are in big trouble. With this being the first home playoff game for the reigning champs, the Lakers figure to make a statement on their way to grabbing a series lead.

Prediction: Lakers -7

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