{"id":653122,"date":"2026-03-14T15:37:05","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T14:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=653122"},"modified":"2026-03-14T15:37:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T14:37:11","slug":"en-nba-nuggets-vs-lakers-predictions-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/en-nba-nuggets-vs-lakers-predictions-odds\/","title":{"rendered":"Nuggets vs. Lakers Prediction, Odds &amp; How to Watch \u2013 Saturday, March 14"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Western Conference playoff race takes center stage Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena as the Los Angeles Lakers (41&#8209;25, fourth in the West) host the Denver Nuggets (41&#8209;26, fifth). With just one game separating the two teams, this matchup doubles as a direct tiebreaker in the standings.<\/p><p>The season series is tied 1&#8209;1, with the Lakers winning 115&#8209;107 in January and the Nuggets answering with a 120&#8209;113 victory earlier this month. Both squads enter in strong form: the Lakers have won seven of their last eight, including a 142&#8209;130 shootout over Chicago on Thursday, while Denver edged San Antonio 136&#8209;131 that same night.<\/p><p>Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves continue to power the Lakers&rsquo; offense, combining for over 56 points per game, while Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray headline Denver&rsquo;s attack. Oddsmakers have Denver favored by three points, with the total set at 245.5, a number reflecting the offensive firepower on both sides.<\/p><p>This game is not only about star power but also about playoff positioning, with each team eager to prove they belong among the West&rsquo;s elite.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Bet for Nuggets vs. Lakers<\/h2><p><strong>Best Bet: Lakers <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-BetMGM\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"+3 (-110) (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+3 (-110)<\/a> at BetMGM Sportsbook<\/strong><\/p><p>The Lakers&rsquo; recent form and home dominance make them the sharper side to back. Los Angeles has covered in seven of their last eight games and is 6&#8209;0 ATS at home during that stretch. Their offense has been humming, averaging 142 points in their last outing, and they rank first in the league in field&#8209;goal percentage at 49.8%.<\/p><p>Denver&rsquo;s offense is elite, leading the league at 120.8 points per game, but their defense has been shaky, allowing 116.3 points per contest. Jokic&rsquo;s brilliance is undeniable, but the Lakers&rsquo; improved defensive rating (110.1 over their last five games) suggests they can slow Denver enough to keep this close.<\/p><p>With Doncic and Reaves providing reliable shot creation, and LeBron James potentially available to add another layer of playmaking, the Lakers have multiple ways to attack.<\/p><p>While the total of 245.5 is high and leans toward the over given Denver&rsquo;s pace, the spread offers more value. The Lakers&rsquo; balance, home court, and recent ATS dominance make them the best bet to cover.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Same&#8209;Game Parlay Picks<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3&#8209;Leg SGP (Safer)<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Luka Doncic 30+ points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nikola Jokic 10+ assists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Game total under 245.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combined odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"+425 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+425<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>This safer parlay leans on the stars to hit their averages while banking on the under, which ties in with the Lakers&rsquo; improved defense and the possibility of a slower pace late in the game.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Longshot SGP<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Austin Reaves 25+ points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jamal Murray 4+ three&#8209;pointers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lakers win outright<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combined odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"+1200 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+1200<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The longshot parlay hinges on Reaves stepping up as a scorer, Murray catching fire from deep, and the Lakers pulling off the upset. Given their home form, this scenario is plausible.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nuggets vs. Lakers Odds &amp; Top Player Props<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Odds Table<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Team<\/th><th>Spread<\/th><th>Moneyline<\/th><th>Total<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Nuggets<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-3 (-110)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-150<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">O 245.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lakers<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+3 (-110)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+130<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">U 245.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Player Props<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Luka Doncic points O\/U 32.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-115<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nikola Jokic assists O\/U 10.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+100<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jamal Murray threes O\/U 3.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-120<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Odds updated: March 14, 2026 &ndash; 12:00 p.m. ET. 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