Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Lakers Predictions & Picks
Los Angeles are tipped to cover as they maintain their 100% start.
The Trail Blazers are off to a positive start, but the Lakers represent their first true test of the season, and it is tough to go against a home team that has been firing offensively early on.
- Los Angeles Lakers have won their first 3 games
- Los Angeles Lakers have won all 3 of their games by at least 8 points
- The Over has cashed in all 3 of Los Angeles’ games so far
- The Over hit in all 3 meetings between the teams last season
Head To Head
- Los Angeles Lakers lead the all-time series 160-134
- Portland Trail Blazers won 132-116 when the two teams last met in January 2026
Portland Trail Blazers Form
Portland head to Los Angeles boasting a 100% record, having opened with back-to-back victories.
The Trail Blazers began their campaign at home to Phoenix, and they marked the occasion with a 124-83 blowout of the Suns.
They then backed that up in their road opener in Sacramento, downing the Kings 128-120.
Deni Avdija led the way against the Kings with 26 points, six rebounds and six assists, but he was one of seven players to hit double digits in scoring.
Damian Lillard and Toumani Camara each put up 18 points, while Ja Morant contributed 12.
Los Angeles Lakers Form
Los Angeles return home with their perfect record still intact, having improved to 3-0 on Sunday.
The Lakers began the post-LeBron era with a home game against Golden State, and were able to blow out the Warriors, 127-105.
They then backed up that victory in the battle with city rivals, the Clippers, running out 125-117 winners.
Los Angeles went out on the road for the first time after that, and it proved to be a successful trip as they maintained their flawless record with a 132-123 victory in Utah.
Luka Doncic dominated the Jazz as he poured in 52 points to go along with eight rebounds and 10 assists, while Austin Reaves put up 29 points for the Lakers.