This is an 8* OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL on the UNDER Lakers/Warriors.

I'm expecting a defensive affair here.

I expect LA to come out aggressive and to get into the faces of the Warriors' backcourt.

LA at the same time will be running its offense through Anthony Davis. When the Lakers won the Championship during "The Bubble," it was because of their aggressive defensive play. I believe we'll see a return to that form with Darvin Ham as coach.

The Warriors are going to be an awesome team again, but the offcourt recent drama is something to worry about. I say Golden State comes out aggressive defensively as well. Last year the Warriors were ranked third on the defensive side.

I see a highly competitive affair here, but one that falls UNDER the total once it's all said and done.

Good luck, NP