Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction, Odds & Picks

Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction, Odds & NBA Picks | 02.07.26

In a pivotal Western Conference regular-season clash, the Golden State Warriors (28-24) travel to crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles Lakers (31-19) on February 7th, 2026, at 8:30 PM PST. This matchup pits two storied franchises against each other, albeit with vastly different rosters and injury situations impacting their current trajectories. The Lakers, holding a stronger record, will look to capitalize on home-court advantage against a Warriors squad severely hampered by significant absences.

Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers Matchup Preview

Golden State Warriors Key Stats & Trends

The Golden State Warriors enter this contest struggling for consistency, as reflected by their 28-24 record. Their offense, typically reliant on star power, has seen Brandin Podziemski emerge as a key contributor, leading the team in points with 11.8 PPG and showcasing a versatile all-around game (11.8 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 3.5 APG, 1.1 SPG, 0.2 BPG). Veteran Draymond Green continues to anchor the defense and facilitate the offense, averaging 5.7 RPG and a team-high 5.1 APG. However, the team’s depth will be severely tested, forcing less experienced players into larger roles.

Injury Report Golden State Warriors

Brandin Podziemski (Day-to-day): Podziemski (illness) is listed as probable for Saturday’s game against the Lakers.
Kristaps Porzingis (Out): Porzingis (Achilles/recently traded) has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Lakers.
L.J. Cryer (Out): Cryer (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Lakers.
Stephen Curry (Out): Curry (knee) doesn’t have a timetable for a return to action.
Seth Curry (Out): The Warriors announced Saturday that Curry (back) has progressed to on-court workouts and will be re-evaluated again in two weeks.
Jimmy Butler III (Out): Butler’s injury from Monday Night’s game involves a torn right ACL and he will be out for the rest of the season.

Los Angeles Lakers Key Stats & Trends

The Los Angeles Lakers boast a solid 31-19 record, demonstrating their strength in the Western Conference. LeBron James continues to defy age, leading the team in scoring with 21.8 PPG and assists with 6.7 APG, remaining the primary engine of their offense. Deandre Ayton provides a strong presence in the paint, averaging 8.4 RPG. Perhaps most impressively, Austin Reaves has elevated his game significantly, reflected in his impressive rating (26.5 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 5.9 APG, 1.0 SPG, 0.2 BPG), making him a crucial secondary playmaker and scorer. The Lakers’ ability to score and rebound effectively, even with key absences, remains a significant advantage.

Injury Report Los Angeles Lakers

Luke Kennard (Day-to-day): Kennard (recently traded) is listed as questionable for Saturday’s game against the Warriors.
Adou Thiero (Out): Thiero (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Warriors.
Luka Doncic (Out): Doncic (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Warriors.

Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Best Bet

Considering the severe injury crisis plaguing the Golden State Warriors, the clear prediction for this matchup is a victory for the Los Angeles Lakers. The Warriors are without foundational stars Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler III, along with key big man Kristaps Porzingis. While the Lakers will miss Luka Doncic, they still field a formidable lineup led by LeBron James and the red-hot Austin Reaves, complemented by Deandre Ayton’s rebounding. The Warriors’ offensive firepower will be severely diminished, making it difficult to keep pace with the Lakers’ scoring.

Regarding the total points line of 222.5, the best bet is over. Despite the significant injuries, both teams still possess enough offensive talent to push the score. The Lakers, with LeBron and Reaves, are capable of high-scoring outputs, especially against a depleted Warriors defense. Conversely, the Warriors, even without their primary scorers, will rely on Draymond’s playmaking and Podziemski’s scoring, potentially leading to a more open game as they scramble for offense. The defensive absences on both sides could also contribute to a higher-scoring affair than anticipated.

Last 5 Games: GS

Form:

WLLWL

VS @ Phoenix

W 101-97

PTS Spencer 20

REB Payton II 8

AST Santos 7

VS vs Philadelphia

L 113-94

PTS Spencer 13

REB Green 7

AST Melton 6

VS vs Detroit

L 131-124

PTS Curry 23

REB Podziemski 8

AST Podziemski 8

VS @ Utah

W 140-124

PTS Curry 27

REB Podziemski 8

AST Horford 8

VS @ Minnesota

L 108-83

PTS Post 13

REB Santos 10

AST Spencer 6

Opponent	Result	Points	Rebounds	Assists
@ Phoenix	W 101-97	Spencer 20	Payton II 8	Santos 7
vs Philadelphia	L 113-94	Spencer 13	Green 7	Melton 6
vs Detroit	L 131-124	Curry 23	Podziemski 8	Podziemski 8
@ Utah	W 140-124	Curry 27	Podziemski 8	Horford 8
@ Minnesota	L 108-83	Post 13	Santos 10	Spencer 6

Last 5 Games: LAL

Form:

WWLWL

VS vs Philadelphia

W 119-115

PTS Reaves 35

REB Hachimura 7

AST James 10

VS @ Brooklyn

W 125-109

PTS James 25

REB Ayton 8

AST James 7

VS @ New York

L 112-100

PTS Doncic 30

REB Doncic 15

AST Doncic 8

VS @ Washington

W 142-111

PTS Doncic 37

REB Ayton 13

AST Doncic 13

VS @ Cleveland

L 129-99

PTS Doncic 29

REB Vanderbilt 6

AST Doncic 6

Opponent	Result	Points	Rebounds	Assists
vs Philadelphia	W 119-115	Reaves 35	Hachimura 7	James 10
@ Brooklyn	W 125-109	James 25	Ayton 8	James 7
@ New York	L 112-100	Doncic 30	Doncic 15	Doncic 8
@ Washington	W 142-111	Doncic 37	Ayton 13	Doncic 13
@ Cleveland	L 129-99	Doncic 29	Vanderbilt 6	Doncic 6

Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction, Odds & Picks | 02.07.26