Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Prediction & Odds
LAL
Los Angeles Lakers
5-2 · 2-1 away
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DEN
Denver Nuggets
3-2 · 1-1 home
The Los Angeles Lakers (5-2) visit the Denver Nuggets (3-2) on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET.
AI pick for Lakers vs Nuggets
Gold & SilverThe AI analyzes this game about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off, after lineups and late injury news.
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Sportsbook lines for this game have not been posted yet. They are usually posted on game day.
Team stats comparison
| Stat | LAL | DEN |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 5-2 | 3-2 |
| Points per game | 120.3 #5 | 114 #14 |
| Opponent points per game | 115 #17 | 115.2 #18 |
| Offensive rating | 119.9 #2 | 112.4 #15 |
| Defensive rating | 113.9 #20 | 114.1 #21 |
| Net rating | +6.1 #9 | -1.6 #19 |
| Pace | 100.6 #16 | 99.1 #25 |
| True shooting % | 64.3% | 58.9% |
League rank in small type. Ratings are per 100 possessions.
Lakers vs Nuggets: quick answers
What time does Lakers vs Nuggets start?
Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET on Saturday, December 19, 2026.
Where can I find the AI pick for Lakers vs Nuggets?
The AI pick, win probability, projected score and player prop leans are in the Basketball AI: Odds & Analysis app, updated about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off.
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