Final Score: Kings 102 - Lakers 106
Friday, May 31, 2002 at 7:00 PM ET

Kings @ Lakers

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Kings
71-25 Rating 1887
Form: LWWLW
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +3.1
Lakers
67-28 Rating 1849
Form: WLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Kings Lakers
All-time wins 33 109
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 102.9 108.8
Last meeting 92 91

Key Season Stats

Stat Kings Lakers
Games played 96 95
Avg points scored 104.0 100.2
Avg points conceded 97.1 93.8
Win percentage 74% 71%
Away win % / Home win % 64% 81%