NBA Schedule
– Lakers @ Nets on Monday, Mar 10, 2025 at 04:30 PM PDT
The Brooklyn Nets are set to host the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Barclays Center. The Nets, currently holding a 14-27 record, aim to rebound from a recent 126-67 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. In contrast, the Lakers, with a 21-17 record, recently secured a 117-108 victory over the Miami Heat, snapping a three-game losing streak.
Team News:
The Nets have been dealing with significant injury setbacks. Key players such as Cam Thomas (left hamstring strain), De’Anthony Melton (left knee ACL tear), Bojan Bogdanovic (left foot injury), Maxwell Lewis (left tibia fracture), and Trendon Watford (left hamstring strain) are sidelined. Cameron Johnson is listed as questionable due to a right ankle sprain.
The Lakers have their own injury concerns. Anthony Davis (left ankle sprain) and LeBron James (left foot injury management) are probable for the game. Jarred Vanderbilt, Christian Wood (surgery recovery), and Jalen Hood-Schifino (left hamstring strain) are out. Dorian Finney-Smith is doubtful due to personal reasons.
Form Guide:
The Nets have struggled recently, losing 17 of their last 22 games. Their offense has been underwhelming, averaging 106.9 points per game, ranking 28th in the league. Defensively, they allow 114.1 points per 100 possessions, placing them 18th.
The Lakers have shown inconsistency but possess the firepower to dominate. They average 111.7 points per game, ranking 16th in scoring offense, and allow 113.2 points per 100 possessions, placing them 19th in defensive efficiency.
Prediction:
Given the Nets’ injury woes and recent form, the Lakers are favored to win. However, the Lakers must avoid complacency to se
cure the victory.
