Final Score: Lakers 87 - Heat 89
Friday, December 19, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Heat

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
21-3 Rating 1855
Form: LWWWW
Model Probability
84%
16%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +8.1
Heat
12-12 Rating 1327
Form: WWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Heat
All-time wins 27 13
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average points 102.1 94.4
Last meeting 106 88

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Heat
Games played 24 24
Avg points scored 108.4 96.8
Avg points conceded 98.0 97.3
Win percentage 88% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 78% 58%