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76ers vs. Lakers prediction: Lakers to win, Luka Doncic projected for 33 points in Thursday's NBA game [2/5/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers predictions for NBA Thursday.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia sixers are scheduled to meet in NBA action at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Lakers as the most likely winner of the 76ers vs. Lakers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Lakers lineup will feature players like Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves, while the 76ers will rely on Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Kelly Oubre.
Doncic is expected to deliver a standout performance with a projected 33 points and 4 threes.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Sixers vs. Sixers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NBA game between the 76ers and Lakers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Lakers a 60% chance of defeating the 76ers. Our predicted final score has the Lakers winning 117-115.
According to our model, the Lakers (-2.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 236.5-point over/under has a 55% chance of staying under.
76ers vs. Lakers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | 76ers | Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-112) | -2.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -130 |
| Total | o236.5 (-110) | u236.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
76ers vs. Lakers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Lakers -2.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Lakers | -130 |
| Total | Under 236.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets for Thursday, the top play to make on this game is Under 236.5 total points.
76ers vs. Lakers player props
Looking for 76ers vs. Lakers NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Crypto.com Arena.
Tyrese Maxey is expected to lead the 76ers with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Luka Doncic is projected to have 33 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists for the Lakers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
76ers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the 76ers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 26 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 49 |
| Joel Embiid | 26 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 49 |
| Kelly Oubre | 18 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 32 |
| VJ Edgecombe | 14 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 33 |
| Dominick Barlow | 12 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 26 |
Lakers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Lakers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 33 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 63 |
| LeBron James | 22 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 45 |
| Austin Reaves | 17 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 30 |
| Deandre Ayton | 14 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 31 |
| Rui Hachimura | 10 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Sixers vs. Lakers game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Lakers and 76ers at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Lakers, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the 76ers on Thursday, with Luka Doncic projected for a game-high 63 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate 76ers vs. Lakers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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