LA Clippers vs LA Lakers Prediction and Betting Tips - Nov. 25 | 2025 NBA Emirates Cup

The LA Lakers will begin their four-game homestand on Tuesday, beginning with a clash against the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. This matchup is the first of four meetings between the city rivals in the 2025-2026 regular season. It will also be the third NBA Emirates Cup game for both teams, with neither team having lost yet.

LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers Preview, Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

The Clippers-Lakers NBA Emirates Cup clash is set to tip off at 11 p.m. ET (8 p.m. PT). The live telecast will be available on NBC/Peacock. Fans can watch the contest via livestream on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV (restrictions may apply).

Moneyline: Clippers (+192) vs Lakers (-231)

Odds: Clippers (+5.5 -110) vs Lakers (-5.5 -110)

Total (O/U): Clippers (o228.5 -108) vs Lakers (u228.5 -110)

Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.

LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers Preview

The LA Clippers have faced a few major setbacks to start the season in the form of injuries to Kawhi Leonard and Bradley Beal. With the roster not at full strength, they have struggled to a 5-12 record and sit 12th in the Western Conference.

However, things look completely different for them in the 2025 NBA Emirate Cup. The Clippers have won both of their group stage games so far, beating the New Orleans Pelicans 126-124 on October 31 and the Dallas Mavericks 133-127 on November 14.

Meanwhile, the LA Lakers have started strong even after LeBron James sitting out for the first 14 games of the season. They are 12-4 and riding a four-game winning streak, putting them in third place in the West.

The Lakers are also undefeated in the NBA Cup. They opened with a 117-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on October 31 and later defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 118-104 on November 14. Due to a better point differential than the Clippers, the Lakers currently sit at the top of the group.

LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers Predicted Starting 5s

Clippers Starting 5

G: James Harden | G: Kris Dunn | F: Kawhi Leonard | F: John Collins | C: Ivica Zubac

Lakers Starting 5

G: Luka Doncic | G: Austin Reaves | F: Rui Hachimura | F: LeBron James | C: Jaxson Hayes

LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers Betting Tips

• James Harden O/U 23.5 points - Take the over
• LeBron James O/U 6.5 rebounds - Take the over
• Ivica Zubac O/U 2.5 assists - Take the under
• Austin Reaves O/U 23.5 points - Take the under

LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers Prediction

The Lakers are heading into the Battle of LA with a strong and mostly healthy roster. Deandre Ayton is the only player expected to sit out due to a knee issue, but the team has shown that plenty of others are ready to step up. This squad has depth, and several players can become the primary scoring option in the off chance of the Luka Doncic, LeBron James, or Austin Reaves trio struggling on offense.

The Clippers, on the other hand, have not shown enough consistency or talent to make a strong case that they can upset the Lakers. With James Harden benched, their offense often comes to a standstill. That will make it difficult for Ty Lue to manage the minutes when Harden is off the floor.

Prediction: Expect the Lakers to win by eight points.