Los Angeles Lakers vs Los Angeles Clippers Prediction & Picks, October 23, 2026

For Luka Doncic to hit under 38.5 points and assists tonight, he needs to face a strong defensive effort from the Lakers. They don't allow a lot of easy shots, and they are good at forcing turnovers. Since 2018, the Lakers have been pretty solid in making it tough for opponents to rack up big numbers. Doncic tends to have a higher average at home, but he might find the Lakers' tough defense challenging. One thing to consider is that Doncic has been known to struggle against teams that limit scoring opportunities. The Lakers give up a fair amount of rebounds, but their overall defense is solid. With both teams having a lot to prove, it could be a tight game where Doncic's numbers might not reach that high mark.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Los Angeles Clippers: Darius Garland Under 2.5 3-Pointers (+120)

Darius Garland is at +120 for making under 2.5 three-pointers against the Lakers. Our numbers show he has been more consistent with his scoring at home, but the Lakers are known for letting opponents take a lot of threes. They allow about 35.6 attempts per game, which is slightly above average, but Garland's recent form suggests he might not hit more than two threes tonight. While Garland has a solid average of around 20 points at home, the Lakers defend well in other areas, giving up fewer rebounds than usual lately. The risk here is that both teams know each other well, and Garland could find it tough to get open looks. This makes taking the under a reasonable choice for this game.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Los Angeles Clippers: Darius Garland Under 31.5 Pts + Asts (+120)

The bet on Darius Garland to score under 31.5 points and assists is offering good value at +120. Our numbers see this as a strong favorite because Garland has been averaging around 6 assists per game at home, which is solid but doesn't push him close to that total when you factor in his scoring. Plus, the Lakers' defense can limit opportunities, making it tougher for opposing players to rack up those numbers. One concrete risk is that the Lakers allow a lot of three-point attempts, which could give Garland more chances to score if he gets hot from the outside. However, with the Lakers also forcing turnovers at a similar rate as the rest of the league, Garland might not find as many easy opportunities to pile up points and assists as he would like.

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.