Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/26
The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Phoenix Suns in the middle of the NBA regular season. The game will be held at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on SN-LA.
The Lakers hold a 34-23 record and are ranked first in the Pacific Division. The Suns have a 33-26 record and sit second in the same division. Both teams are coming off recent losses and will aim to get back on track in this matchup.
Lakers vs Suns Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center
- Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
- Betting Odds: Lakers -5.0 (-110), Suns +5.0 (-111), Over/Under 217.5
Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers have had mixed results in their recent games. They lost a close one to the Orlando Magic by a score of 110-109. Before that, they suffered a significant defeat against the Boston Celtics, losing 111-89.
Offensively, the Lakers rank first in field goal percentage at 49.8%. However, their points per game stand at 115.6, placing them 16th in the league. They have a strong presence at the free-throw line, leading the league in attempts per game.
Luka Dončić leads the team with 32.5 points per game, while LeBron James contributes 21.7 points. Austin Reaves also plays a key role, averaging 25 points per game. The Lakers will need these players to perform well in their next game against the Phoenix Suns.
Phoenix Suns Team Preview
The Phoenix Suns have had a tough stretch recently. They lost their last two games at home against the Boston Celtics and the Portland Trail Blazers. In the game against the Celtics, the Suns scored only 81 points, with a field goal percentage of 36.7%.
Despite their struggles, the Suns have some standout players. Devin Booker is their top scorer, averaging 24.7 points per game. Unfortunately, he is out with a hip injury and will not play in upcoming games.
The Suns also face challenges on defense. They allow only 111.4 points per game, which ranks fifth in the league. However, their steals per game are low, with only 10 per game, placing them 29th in the league.
BTB Betting Pick
The Lakers are favored by 5 points against the Suns. Considering the Lakers’ strong shooting and the Suns’ lower offensive output, the Lakers are likely to cover the spread. With a projected score of Lakers 116, Suns 110, taking the Lakers at -5.0 (-110) is a solid pick.
The over/under is set at 217.5 points. The Lakers allow an average of 115.9 points per game, while the Suns give up 111.4 points. With a projected total of 226 points, the over at 217.5 (-109) seems like a reasonable bet.