<p>There aren’t many teams that have been able to go toe-to-toe with the Los Angeles Lakers on the basketball court throughout NBA history.</p> <p>But the Philadelphia 76ers are one of those teams to have enjoyed their fair share of success against the famous Purple &amp; Gold, including in their most recent matches. Still, what will happen when these two teams clash for the first time in this year’s NBA regular season on Monday, December 8, at 11:30 AEDT at the Wells Fargo Center?</p> <h2>Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Betting Preview</h2> <p>Based on recent form, the encounter would appear to favour the Lakers. They are one of the best teams in the NBA this season, with JJ Redick’s side stringing together impressive performances. Admittedly, he has the stars to do so.</p> <p>As of writing, only the two Conference leaders (OKC and Detroit Pistons) have a better overall record.</p> <p>The Philadelphia 76ers have struggled for consistency. Nick Nurse’s group of players haven’t been able to dominate at home or on the road. They may have a positive record (at writing), but they’ve been so inconsistent, you question what may happen each time they take to the court.</p> <p>Now, when looking at the head-to-head, the 76ers are close to matching the Lakers. They are 145-148 in history. That gap has been closing recently, with three consecutive wins across the last six games, with the following results occurring:</p> <ul> <li>Jan 2025: 76ers 118-104 Lakers</li> <li>Nov 2024: Lakers 116-106 76ers</li> <li>Mar 2024: Lakers 101-94 76ers</li> <li>Nov 2023: 76ers 138-94 Lakers</li> <li>Jan 2023: Lakers 112-113 76ers</li> <li>Dec 2022: 76ers 133-122 Lakers</li> </ul> <p>When playing at the Wells Fargo Center, the 76ers tend to have the edge, having won the last three meetings at home.</p> <p>In the most recent contest, Tyrese Maxey had 43 points, with Kelly Oubre Jr. scoring an additional 20. The Lakers didn’t have Luka Doncic at the time, but LeBron James scored 31 as Austin Reaves struggled to 13.</p> <h2>Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Betting Predictions</h2> <p>Despite the positive form at home against the famous Purple &amp; Gold, my Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers betting prediction is that the Lakers win this contest.</p> <p>They have been the far superior side in the NBA this season, aside from the two Conference leaders, with an individual they acquired after the last time these two met: Doncic.</p> <p>He will be fresh as he recently took time away from the team following the birth of his second child. Having averaged around 35 points per game so far, we predict he’ll have 30+ in this one.</p> <p>Maxey is worth watching in the player props, too. He has a similar average, which is why we predict he’ll also have 30+ points.</p>