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Only one more quarter stands between the Lakers and the win they were favored to collect coming into this evening. They have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Trail Blazers 88-77. If the Lakers keep playing like this,

The Hawks had their 4-game win streak snapped a couple nights ago in Denver. Jokic and co. blasted Atlanta 139-120. LeBron scored 38 including seven, 3-pointers in the Lakers’ 114-106 win against Portland last night. The victory was their third in the last four games.

The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a turbulent NBA season, with inconsistent performances and questionable trade decisions drawing scrutiny. A former team star has criticized the fanbase, claiming their harsh judgment negatively affects the trade value of players.

The Portland Trail Blazers head to crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles in a Western conference matchup. The Trail Blazers are 11-21, which lands them in 13th place in the west. The Lakers are faring a bit better, with an 18-14 record, which lands them in seventh place.

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The Los Angeles Lakers (19-14) welcome the Atlanta Hawks (18-16) to Crypto.com Arena Friday. Tip is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Lake