Lakers Defeat Nets in Dominant Performance
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Barclays Center
Los Angeles Lakers 125, Brooklyn Nets 109, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Los Angeles Lakers vs Brooklyn Nets?
Los Angeles Lakers beat Brooklyn Nets 125-109 at Barclays Center on February 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Los Angeles Lakers vs Brooklyn Nets?
Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The favorite won.
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a decisive victory over the Brooklyn Nets, winning 125-109 at Barclays Center. This game was notable not only for the scoreline but also for the Lakers' continued dominance in the series, now leading 2-0 against the Nets this season.
The Lakers entered the game with an away record of 30-19, while the Nets struggled with a home record of 13-36. Recent form showed the Lakers at 5-5 over their last ten games, averaging 114.8 points scored and allowing 115.9 points. Their last game resulted in a loss to the New York Knicks, where they scored 100 points to the Knicks' 112. In contrast, the Nets were in a rough patch, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, averaging just 100.3 points scored while allowing 117.7 points. Their most recent outing was a heavy defeat against the Detroit Pistons, losing 77-130.
The Nets' home performance has been particularly concerning, as they have only managed to win 1 of their last 5 home games, with an average of 96.0 points scored and 113.6 points allowed during that stretch. The Lakers, meanwhile, have been more balanced, with a 3-2 record in their last five games, scoring an average of 117.2 points.
In terms of previous meetings, the teams had split their last two encounters, with the Nets winning 111-108 at home on March 10, 2025, and the Lakers narrowly defeating the Nets 102-101 away on January 18, 2025. This matchup continued to highlight the competitive nature of their rivalry.
Injury concerns for the Nets included Nolan Traore, who was listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. His absence could have impacted the Nets' performance, but the Lakers were able to capitalize on their opponent's struggles regardless.
The betting market reflected the Lakers' strong position, with DraftKings placing them as 7.5-point favorites. The total points line was set at 223.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The Lakers' moneyline was -340, while the Nets were at +270, further underscoring the disparity in perceived team strength.
Game conditions were typical for a February evening in Brooklyn, with no significant weather factors affecting the indoor play. Fans could expect to see a high-paced game featuring strong offensive plays, which was evident as the Lakers executed their game plan effectively.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the fourth quarter, where Danny Wolf showcased his skills with a 24-foot three-point jumper, assisted by Nolan Traore. The Lakers maintained their lead throughout, with significant contributions from players like Dalton Knecht and Egor Demin, who both made crucial baskets to extend the lead.
Overall, the Lakers' performance demonstrated their capability to dominate against a struggling Nets team, with their offensive execution and defensive resilience proving too much for the home side.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAL -7.5 | 223.5 o -108 / u -112 | Los Angeles Lakers -340 · Brooklyn Nets +270 |
Injury report
- Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Leaders
- PointsMichael Porter Jr.21Brooklyn Nets
- AssistsDay'Ron Sharpe5Brooklyn Nets
- ReboundsDay'Ron Sharpe14Brooklyn Nets
- PointsLeBron James25Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLeBron James7Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsDeandre Ayton8Los Angeles Lakers
Recent form
Brooklyn Nets
Last 10: 2-8Streak L1100.3 scored · 117.7 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L77-130at Detroit PistonsFeb 1
- W109-99at Utah JazzJan 31
- L103-107at Denver NuggetsJan 30
- L102-106at Phoenix SunsJan 28
- L89-126at LA ClippersJan 26
- L126-130vs Boston CelticsJan 24
- L66-120at New York KnicksJan 22
- L117-126vs Phoenix SunsJan 20
- L102-124at Chicago BullsJan 19
- W112-109vs Chicago BullsJan 17
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L1114.8 scored · 115.9 allowed per game4-4 away
- L100-112at New York KnicksFeb 2
- W142-111at Washington WizardsJan 31
- L99-129at Cleveland CavaliersJan 29
- W129-118at Chicago BullsJan 27
- W116-110at Dallas MavericksJan 25
- L104-112at LA ClippersJan 23
- W115-107at Denver NuggetsJan 21
- W110-93vs Toronto RaptorsJan 19
- L116-132at Portland Trail BlazersJan 18
- L117-135vs Charlotte HornetsJan 16
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Los Angeles Lakers | Brooklyn Nets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 46-85 | 45-94 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 7-31 | 10-41 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 24 |
| Free throws | 26-39 | 9-14 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 32 |
| Assists | 25 | 28 |
| Steals | 14 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 31 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 66 | 64 |
| Fouls | 13 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 39 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 97 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter95-64Day'Ron Sharpe makes 1-foot dunk (Ben Saraf assists)
- 3rd Quarter97-64Luka Doncic makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter97-67Ben Saraf makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Porter Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter97-69Ziaire Williams makes 10-foot two point shot (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
- 3rd Quarter100-69Jake LaRavia makes 25-foot three point jumper (LeBron James assists)
- 3rd Quarter100-72Ziaire Williams makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Cam Thomas assists)
- 3rd Quarter100-74Ziaire Williams makes running layup (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
- 4th Quarter102-74Jarred Vanderbilt makes 1-foot running dunk (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter103-74LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-74LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-77Ziaire Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
- 4th Quarter104-79Day'Ron Sharpe makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter105-79Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter106-79Austin Reaves makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter106-81Ziaire Williams makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter107-81LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter108-81LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter109-81LeBron James makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter109-83Ziaire Williams makes two point shot (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
- 4th Quarter111-83Rui Hachimura makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 4th Quarter111-86Cam Thomas makes 23-foot running jump shot (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter112-86Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter112-88Nic Claxton makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter114-88Jake LaRavia makes 4-foot two point shot (Jarred Vanderbilt assists)
- 4th Quarter114-90Michael Porter Jr. makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter116-90Drew Timme makes running layup (Jarred Vanderbilt assists)
- 4th Quarter116-92Nic Claxton makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter117-92Jarred Vanderbilt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-92Bronny James makes 1-foot layup (Dalton Knecht assists)
- 4th Quarter119-94Day'Ron Sharpe makes layup
- 4th Quarter119-95Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter121-95Bronny James makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter121-98Danny Wolf makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
- 4th Quarter121-100Danny Wolf makes running layup (Ziaire Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter121-102Day'Ron Sharpe makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter121-104Day'Ron Sharpe makes running layup (Ziaire Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter123-104Dalton Knecht makes driving layup (Bronny James assists)
- 4th Quarter123-107Egor Demin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter123-109Danny Wolf makes running layup (Nolan Traore assists)
- 4th Quarter125-109Dalton Knecht makes dunk (Jarred Vanderbilt assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Brooklyn Nets, below favours Los Angeles Lakers.
Venue
- Barclays CenterBrooklyn, NY
- Attendance18248
- OfficialsNick Buchert, Andy Nagy, Intae Hwang
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