Los Angeles Lakers Underdog on 3+ Win Streak Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Los Angeles Lakers in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as underdog on 3+ win streak, the Los Angeles Lakers hold a record of 120-94-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +7.0% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $15 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 9-6-0 | 0.0% | +14.6% |
| 2015 | 6-7-0 | 0.0% | -11.9% |
| 2016 | 9-6-0 | 0.0% | +14.6% |
| 2017 | 13-8-0 | 0.0% | +18.2% |
| 2018 | 11-12-0 | 0.0% | -8.7% |
| 2019 | 10-8-0 | 0.0% | +6.1% |
| 2020 | 13-12-0 | 0.0% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | 14-9-0 | 0.0% | +16.2% |
| 2022 | 11-13-0 | 0.0% | -12.5% |
| 2023 | 12-5-0 | 0.0% | +34.8% |
| 2024 | 12-8-0 | 0.0% | +14.6% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Lakers' exceptional performance as underdogs while riding win streaks stems from a perfect storm of psychological momentum and market inefficiency. When Los Angeles strings together multiple victories, the team develops an almost unstoppable confidence that translates directly to covering spreads in games where they're not favored. This phenomenon reflects the Lakers' championship DNA and veteran leadership's ability to elevate play when doubters emerge. The betting market consistently undervalues the Lakers' momentum-driven excellence, particularly when they enter hostile environments or face teams with better regular season records. LeBron James and Anthony Davis have repeatedly demonstrated their capacity to raise their games in these exact scenarios, turning perceived disadvantages into motivational fuel. The franchise's storied history creates an expectation of excellence that manifests most clearly when external expectations are tempered. Bettors should target Lakers underdog spots specifically when they've won three or more consecutive games, as the combination of internal confidence and external skepticism creates optimal value. This trend carries maximum weight during the regular season's middle months when teams establish their identity, and in playoff-adjacent games where championship experience becomes the decisive factor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Los Angeles Lakers's ATS record as underdog on 3+ win streak?
The Los Angeles Lakers have an ATS record of 120-94-0 when they are underdogs on a 3+ game win streak from 2014-2024. This translates to a 56.1% ATS win rate over 214 games.
Is betting on the Los Angeles Lakers as underdog on 3+ win streak profitable?
Yes, betting on the Lakers as underdogs on a 3+ win streak has been profitable with a 7.0% ROI. Despite being underdogs in these situations, they have covered the spread at a 56.1% rate.
How does this compare to the league average?
This 56.1% ATS win rate significantly outperforms the typical 50% expectation for ATS betting. The 7.0% ROI indicates the Lakers have been undervalued by oddsmakers when riding win streaks as underdogs.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.