Lakers vs Nuggets Spread | NBA Projections Game 5 Pick

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Michael Porter Jr. #1 of the Denver Nuggets dunks the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers (Getty Images)

Lakers vs Nuggets Spread | Game 5 Pick

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Monday, Apr 29
10 p.m. ET
TNT
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Lakers Odds
SpreadTotalMoneyline
+7.5
-112
217
-108o / -112u
+245
Nuggets Odds
SpreadTotalMoneyline
-7.5
-108
217
-108o / -112u
-305
Odds via DraftKings. Get up-to-the-minute NBA odds here.
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NBA projections reveal a strong bet to place when the Los Angeles Lakers travel to confront the Denver Nuggets in Game 5 tonight.

Game 5 not only promises high-intensity basketball but also presents an intriguing opportunity for sharp sports bettors looking for the best bang for their buck against the spread.

Denver, known for its challenging altitude and passionate home crowd, is a big favorite to advance to the next round. The betting lines are already drawing attention, with the Lakers listed as underdogs at +240 on the moneyline and at +7.5 on the spread at -112 odds, while the Nuggets are favored at -297 on the moneyline and at -7.5 on the spread at -108.

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets have covered seven of the last nine vs. LeBron James and the Lakers. As we gear up for a thrilling Game 5, here's the betting line our expert NBA projections made.

Hint: It's far enough off the line to green-light a bet from our key PRO tool.


*NBA odds via DraftKings Sportsbook April 29


Lakers vs Nuggets Spread | NBA Projections Game 5 Pick (April 29)

Backing the Lakers +7.5