Luke Kennard (Los Angeles Lakers) Under 5.5 Assists (-156)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishingAs the Lakers prepare to host the Rockets, all eyes should be on Luke Kennard, particularly when it comes to his assist numbers. While his recent form shows an average of 6.4 assists over the last five games, a deeper dive reveals a stark contrast in his home performance. At home, Kennard has averaged just 3.2 assists, and against the Rockets specifically, he's managed a mere 1.6 assists over their last encounters, dipping to 2 when playing at home.This trend is magnified by his impressive hit rate, where he has gone under 5.5 assists in 19 of his last 20 home games. With the Lakers likely to lean on their stars for playmaking, Kennard's role may not warrant the same distribution of assists he's shown recently. Betting on the under feels like a smart play as the odds stack up in our favor.