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Los Angeles Clippers vs. Los Angeles Lakers – Raymond Report Betting Preview

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – 11:00 PM ET
Line: Lakers -6.5 | Total: 228.5
Moneyline: LAC +205 | LAL -250

All right folks, buckle up — tonight we get another Battle of LA, and unlike Hollywood movies, nobody here is getting paid to act. One team is rolling, the other is rolling downhill. Let’s break it down Raymond Report style — numbers first, excuses second.


Market Psychology & Team Cycles

Clippers: (C) Bearish — 17 days deep in a slump
Lakers: (A) Bullish — 23 days running hot

Translation?
The Lakers are the stock that keeps climbing while the Clippers are circling the bargain bin like a Black Friday shopper with no cart.


Forecast & Line Value

Raymond Report Computer Forecast:

Matchup Predicted Score Total Projection
Clippers 113.3 229.46
Lakers 116.16 229.46

Forecast margin: Lakers by 2.86 points
Bookmaker spread: Lakers -6.5

📌 Value Alert: The forecast margin is well below the sportsbook spread, which could suggest line value on the Clippers +6.5 despite the recent misery.

If you bet with your gut? Lakers feel like the obvious choice.
If you bet with math? Clippers +6.5 might be the sneaky dog.


Current Form & Streak Trends

Los Angeles Clippers (5-12 SU | 4-13 ATS)

  • 1 SU loss, 1 ATS loss

  • 2-8 last 10 games

  • Coming off a 105–120 loss vs Cleveland

  • Road SOS last 7 games: 51.02% (tougher schedule than Lakers)

This team is leaking points like a cheap lawn sprinkler — allowed 120+ last game and are giving up 118.7 PPG last 10.

Los Angeles Lakers (12-4 SU | 11-5 ATS)

  • 4 straight wins

  • Coming off 108–106 win vs Utah

  • 8-2 last 10 SU, 7-3 ATS

  • Offense rolling: 117.1 PPG last 10

  • Defense tightening: allowed 109 PPG last 3

In simpler terms: The Lakers are that guy at the gym on Week 10 of a fitness challenge. The Clippers are the guy who quit on Day 3 and now hides behind a treadmill.


Totals Outlook

  • LAC O/U: 10-7

  • LAL O/U: 10-6

  • Both teams 5-5 last 10 O/U

  • Forecast total: 229.46 (just above posted 228.5)

Key Raymond Report Total Trend

🔹 Under is 11-1 for the Lakers at home after playing Utah (last 6 years)
🔹 Over is 11-2 when Clippers are Away after losing as a favorite in last 4 years

Confusing split? Sure. But data says this one could flirt with the number right near the wire. Lean toward Under 228.5 based on Lakers trend strength.


Situational Breakdown

Clippers Lakers
3rd game in 4 nights (tired legs) More rested & deeper
Coming off high GA (120+) Coming off strong defensive game
Road underdog Home favorite
Bearish cycle Bullish cycle

Raymond Report Value Play

🎯 Value Play: Clippers +6.5

The line inflation based on public perception opens the door for the dog. Forecast margin suggests the Lakers might win the war but fail to cover the spread.

⭐ Star Rating: 3.5 Stars

Not a mortgage bet — but solid value given the mathematics vs market.

Lean on Total: Under 228.5

Straight Up Winner: Lakers


Final Thoughts

The Lakers are the better ball club right now, no debate. But this number is inflated like an NBA player’s contract year stats. Expect a competitive rivalry game where the Clippers’ desperation meets the spread with a fighting chance.

If it wins? You look like a genius.
If it loses? Blame load management. 😄


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Ron Raymond
Ron Raymond is a veteran sports handicapper and founder of ATSstats.com, creator of the Raymond Report sports betting system. Active in the industry since 1996, Ron has nearly three decades of experience analyzing market cycles, performance indicators, and value metrics across the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, and CFL. Ron’s data-driven approach has helped thousands of bettors think strategically, manage risk, and win with confidence.