Lakers Edge 76ers in Close Contest at Crypto.com Arena
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Lakers 119, Philadelphia 76ers 115, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers beat Philadelphia 76ers 119-115 at crypto.com Arena on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Los Angeles Lakers emerged victorious against the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 119-115 at the crypto.com Arena. This victory allowed the Lakers to sweep the season series, finishing with a 2-0 record against the 76ers. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Lakers holding a home record of 31-19 and the 76ers at 29-22 on the road.
The recent form of both teams added intrigue to this matchup. The Lakers entered the game with a 6-4 record over their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 115.6 points scored while allowing 113.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games reflected a record of 3-2, with an average of 119.0 points scored and 115.8 points allowed. On the other hand, the 76ers were riding a five-game winning streak, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten games. They averaged 117.0 points scored and allowed 113.8 points during this period, with their last five games showing an impressive average of 123.4 points scored and only 110.8 points allowed.
When considering home and away performances, the Lakers have shown strength at home, with a record of 1-0 in their last home game against the 76ers. Meanwhile, the 76ers have a solid away record of 2-1 in their recent games, indicating their capability to compete on the road.
In terms of their head-to-head history, this matchup was the third meeting between the two teams in the current season. The Lakers had previously won the last two encounters, including a close 112-108 victory on December 8, 2025, and a more decisive 116-106 win on November 9, 2024. The 76ers managed to secure a win against the Lakers earlier in the 2025 season with a score of 118-104.
Injury concerns also played a role in the build-up to this game, particularly for the 76ers. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was listed as day-to-day due to a finger injury, which could have impacted Philadelphia's depth and performance.
The betting market reflected a competitive outlook for this game, with DraftKings setting the odds at LAL -2.5. The total points for the game were set at 236.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline indicated a slight favoring of the Lakers at -135, while the 76ers were positioned at +114.
As for the game conditions, the atmosphere at crypto.com Arena was electric, contributing to the intensity of the match. Fans were treated to a showcase of skills, particularly in the fourth quarter, where several key scoring plays defined the outcome. Austin Reaves made crucial free throws, while Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey kept the 76ers in contention with strong performances.
Notable moments included LeBron James executing a powerful three-foot driving dunk, which extended the Lakers' lead, and VJ Edgecombe's impressive 28-foot three-point jumper that brought the 76ers within striking distance. In the closing moments, Rui Hachimura's three-foot dunk ultimately sealed the victory for the Lakers.
Overall, this game highlighted the competitive nature of both teams and showcased individual talents, making it a noteworthy fixture in the NBA season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAL -2.5 | 236.5 o -110 / u -110 | Philadelphia 76ers +114 · Los Angeles Lakers -135 |
Injury report
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
Leaders
- PointsAustin Reaves35Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLeBron James10Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsRui Hachimura7Los Angeles Lakers
- PointsJoel Embiid35Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsTyrese Maxey13Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsVJ Edgecombe10Philadelphia 76ers
Recent form
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1115.6 scored · 113.3 allowed per game1-0 at home
- W125-109at Brooklyn NetsFeb 4
- 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
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W5117 scored · 113.8 allowed per game2-1 away
- W113-94at Golden State WarriorsFeb 4
- W128-113at LA ClippersFeb 3
- W124-114vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 1
- W113-111vs Sacramento KingsJan 30
- W139-122vs Milwaukee BucksJan 28
- L93-130at Charlotte HornetsJan 26
- L109-112vs New York KnicksJan 24
- W128-122vs Houston RocketsJan 23
- L110-116vs Phoenix SunsJan 21
- W113-104vs Indiana PacersJan 20
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Philadelphia 76ers | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 45-84 | 44-79 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 5-24 | 9-25 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 36 |
| Free throws | 20-23 | 22-27 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 32 |
| Assists | 29 | 27 |
| Steals | 15 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 22 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 66 | 66 |
| Fouls | 22 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 75 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter85-81Trendon Watford makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-83Rui Hachimura makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter87-83Trendon Watford makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter87-84Rui Hachimura makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-85Rui Hachimura makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-88Austin Reaves makes 31-foot three point jumper (Maxi Kleber assists)
- 4th Quarter87-91Austin Reaves makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter87-92Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-93Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-93Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-93Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-95Jarred Vanderbilt makes 2-foot dunk (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter89-97LeBron James makes finger roll layup
- 4th Quarter90-97Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-97Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-100Marcus Smart makes 26-foot three point jumper (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter93-100Tyrese Maxey makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter93-103Marcus Smart makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter93-106Austin Reaves makes 27-foot three point jumper (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter94-106Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-108LeBron James makes 2-foot layup (Rui Hachimura assists)
- 4th Quarter94-110LeBron James makes running layup (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter97-110Tyrese Maxey makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter98-110Joel Embiid makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter99-110VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-110VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-110Joel Embiid makes 1-foot reverse layup (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter103-110Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-110Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-112LeBron James makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter106-112VJ Edgecombe makes 2-foot dunk (Joel Embiid assists)
- 4th Quarter106-113Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-114Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-114Joel Embiid makes layup (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 4th Quarter108-116LeBron James makes 3-foot driving dunk (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter110-116Tyrese Maxey makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter113-116VJ Edgecombe makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter113-117Marcus Smart makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-117Tyrese Maxey makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter115-119Rui Hachimura makes 3-foot dunk (Maxi Kleber assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours Philadelphia 76ers.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance18731
- OfficialsJason Goldenberg, Jenna Schroeder, J.B. DeRosa
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