https://www.nba.com/video/2020/08/20/0041900142-por-lal-recap ET. There isn't a one-size-fits-all solution to this slate. James passes Bryant on NBA scoring list in Lakers' loss.
Today is somewhat unique. The Portland Trail Blazers play Game 5 of their Western Conference Quarterfinals series against the Los Angeles Lakers Wednesday at AdventHealth Arena in Reunion, Fla. Tip-off is set for 9 p.m. Play Now
Oklahoma City outscored Houston 15-3 with the lineup of The Lakers are going to win this series, but they let the Blazers hang around for most of Game 3 (and win Game 1) because they aren't currently optimized.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Portland Trailblazers Monday night 135 to 115 and took a commanding 3-1 series lead. Damian Lillard Out for Game 5 with Right Knee InjuryHow will Miami match up against Milwaukee and the league's reigning MVP Giannis in this potential second-round series?Collins has suffered a hairline stress fracture to his left ankle and will miss the remainder of the seasonWill the NBA resume the rest of the playoff season?After losing two straight games, what adjustments do the Rockets need to make to get back on top?What do the Mavericks need to do to get things back on track and avoid being sent home from the bubble?LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to dominant win over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 4 the NBA playoffs.Mike Conley Leads Jazz Over Nuggets 124-87 After Being in QuarantineLillard may be wearing a splint, but he will play on Saturday© 2020 ABG-SI LLC. All Rights Reserved. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. ET Memphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans Pelicans, 6:30 p.m.
PG Damian Lillard (knee) out The Magic gave the Bucks trouble in Game 1 by spreading the floor and taking as many 3-pointers as humanly possible, but the typically defensively conservative Bucks adjusted their defense in Game 2 and haven't looked back.
In other words, if you're betting on Monday, avoid parlays and teasers. The favorites all lead, but the level of overall competitiveness varies wildly between each series.
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