The Los Angeles Lakers stole Game 1 on the road to take a series lead over the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors now find themselves in a must-win spot in a game that should make for tremendous television. Let’s get some action in the form of a same-game parlay for the affair, shall we? Bettors seeking a viable same-game parlay (SGP) should target these lines at FanDuel. Make sure to check out OddsShopper’s tools and player prop articles for other sharp plays, including our Parlay Builder!
Best Lakers-Warriors NBA Same-Game Parlay for Game 2 | May 4
Let’s establish the premise of this parlay: the Golden State Warriors couldn’t find an edge against the Los Angeles Lakers with their standard starting lineup, so they’re likely to try a small-ball approach in Game 2. That’s what they pivoted to in the fourth quarter of Game 1.
Andrew Wiggins Over 5.5 Rebounds
If the Warriors go small, who will emerge on the glass? The answer is likely Andrew Wiggins. Wiggins tallied only five boards in Game 1 but came down with a clutch pair of offensive boards in the fourth quarter. Wiggins averaged 7.5 rebounds per game in a similar role with the Warriors in the postseason last year.
Kevon Looney Under 15.5 Rebounds
Again, we’re betting on a small-ball approach from the Golden State Warriors in Game 2. That means fewer minutes for their traditional center, Kevon Looney. Looney came down with a monster 23 boards in Game 1 and is averaging 15.1 per game in the playoffs but beat this number in only five of his 82 regular-season appearances, none of which came against the Lakers.
Stephen Curry 25+ Points
The sportsbooks have started the bidding on Curry’s points at 30.5, so we’re teasing the number down to get something a bit more appetizing. Curry scored 27 in Game 1 and has gone for at least 25 in all eight of his playoff starts this year. Curry also beat this number in both of his regular-season starts against the Lakers.
Golden State Warriors Moneyline
It’s a must-win home game for the Golden State Warriors in Game 2. The Warriors haven’t lost a Game 2 at home after losing Game 1 since before Curry came to town. Golden State is 2-0 in home Game 2s when trailing in a series since Curry’s arrival and 5-0 in all Game 2s when trailing. Don’t expect that impressive streak to snap on Thursday night.
Best Lakers-Warriors NBA Same-Game Parlay
Andrew Wiggins Over 5.5 Rebounds
Kevon Looney Under 15.5 Rebounds
Stephen Curry 25+ Points
Golden State Warriors Moneyline
= +317 for 0.25 Unit at FanDuel Sportsbook
This same-game parlay owns implied odds of under 25%, but I think this play hits at a slightly higher clip. Bettors eager to take advantage of this same-game parlay deal can head to FanDuel Sportsbook to get the best deal. Readers yet to register at FanDuel can score $150 in bonus bets after placing a $5 wager!
