Spurs vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 8, 2026, 2:41AM | Published: Jan 7, 2026, 4:01PM
The San Antonio Spurs will sqaure off with the Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at Frost Bank Center on Thursday, beginning at 1:30pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs are aiming to beat a Lakers line-up that includes Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Spurs vs Lakers game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's San Antonio vs LA Lakers NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Spurs a 74% chance of defeating the Lakers at Frost Bank Center.
Spurs vs Lakers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Frost Bank Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Spurs $1.32, Lakers $3.50
- Line: Spurs -8.5 ($1.91), Lakers +8.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 233.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Spurs at $1.32 and the Lakers at $3.50.
The Spurs are listed as 8.5-point favourites against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Lakers (+8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 233.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Lakers (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 233.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Spurs vs Lakers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: San Antonio at $1.32 with Bet365
- Line: Lakers +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 233.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Spurs vs Lakers best bets are based on market-leading simulations and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
Spurs vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Spurs vs Lakers at Frost Bank Center on Thursday is the Spurs prevailing 120-112.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the San Antonio vs LA Lakers game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
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Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the San Antonio vs LA Lakers game.
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Spurs vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Spurs and Lakers at Frost Bank Center is scheduled to tip off at 1:30pm AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: San Antonio Spurs vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Thursday 8 January 2026
- Time: 1:30pm AEDT
- Venue: Frost Bank Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our San Antonio vs LA Lakers predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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