Wizards Face Lakers Amid 17-Game Road Losing Streak

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The Washington Wizards, mired in a 10-game losing streak, will face the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. The Wizards, with a dismal 6-35 record, have struggled on the road, losing 17 consecutive away games since their season-opening victory.

The Lakers, coming off a loss to the Clippers, hold a 22-18 record and are led by Anthony Davis, who averages 25.6 points and 11.8 rebounds per game. The Wizards, meanwhile, rely on Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma, but their road performance has been abysmal, with a -14 point differential.

Los Angeles has been strong at home, posting a 7-3 record in their last 10 games at Crypto.com Arena. The latest odds favor the Lakers, with an implied team point total of 121.08 compared to the Wizards’ 114.55.

For fans looking to follow the action, the game will be available on major sports networks, with live updates and detailed matchup analysis provided by NBC Sports. Betting odds and predictions are also available, with expert insights from Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick, who analyze trends and player matchups to guide wagers.

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