NBA Best Bets, Props, Jan. 30: LeBron, Lakers vs Hawks, and Schroder, Raptors vs Bulls

Vaughn Dalzell drops his favorite NBA player prop bets for the Tuesday slate, Unders on LeBron James and Dennis Schroder.

LeBron James O/U 45.5 PRA vs. Hawks

LeBron is winning the war against Father Time, but this is a battle I think Father Time would be favored.

Atlanta is a -6-point favorite without Anthony Davis tonight, so LeBron's PRA prop has gone from 41.5 to 45.5, which is appropriate, but asking for a lot. The King will be playing his third game in four nights, so the 39-year-old will have his work cut out for him.

With no days of rest, which Los Angeles enters on, LeBron averages 25.6 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 7.4 assists for 40.8 PRA over 35.2 minutes per game (five games). I expect guys like Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Russell, and other role players to step up to fill Davis' production.

In LeBron's last meeting, he went for 47 points versus Atlanta without Davis, but that was also LeBron's birthday, so don't bet his Overs based on that. Give me Under 45.5 PRA at -115 odds on DraftKings down to 44.5.

Pick: LeBron James Under 45.5 PRA (1u)

Dennis Schroder O/U 24.5 PRA vs. Bulls

Dennis Schroder has averaged 12.6 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.0 rebounds over his past three games (20.2 PRA) on 30% from three (3/10) and 40% from the field (12/40).

The Raptors' guard hasn't played more than 30 minutes in six-straight games and stayed Under 23.5 and 24.5 PRA in all six games. Chicago and Toronto met earlier this month and Schroder posted 7 points and 5 assists over 26 minutes (7 field goal attempts).

Chicago has above-average perimeter defense with Alex Caruso and young guards Coby White and Ayo Dosumnu who are playing well, so I like Schroder's Unders.

I played Schroder Under 24.5 PRA at -140 odds on DraftKings and would go down to 23.5 at -115 odds on FanDuel. This has been juiced and hasn't moved much on DraftKings or BetMGM.

Pick: Dennis Schroder Under 24.5 PRA (Risk 1u)

Season Record: 15-11 (57.6%) +3.12u

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Lakers’ late comeback falls short in blowout loss to Rockets

Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, has his shot attempt knocked away by Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura knocks down Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate on a drive to the basket during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell, center, puts up a shot between Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun, left, and guard Jalen Green during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun, left, looks to drive around Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell shoots during the first half of their game against the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun, right, dunks in front of Lakers forward LeBron James during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers forward LeBron James handles the ball as Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore defends during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

The Houston Rockets' Cam Whitmore celebrates after a 3-point shot during the first half of their game against the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers forward Anthony Davis drives to the basket around Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura handles the ball during the first half of their game against the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks, left, spins to the basket in front of Lakers forward Taurean Prince during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt dunks during the first half of their game against the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt, right, is ejected after a pair of technical fouls as Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks, far left, looks on during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James looks on during the first half of their game against the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell drives as Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James drives to the basket as Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James (23) loses his balance as he is fouled by Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) while lookiing to shoot during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green celebrates after a basket during the first half of their game against the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers guard Austin Reaves shoots as the Houston Rockets' Jae'Sean Tate defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James looks to drive as Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green, left, passes the ball as Lakers forward Taurean Prince defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Laker star LeBron James drives to the basket during the first half of their game against the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star Anthony Davis looks to shoot as Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James drives to the basket as Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks defends during the first half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green gets to the basket for a layup past Lakers guard Austin Reaves, back, and forward Rui Hachimura, left, during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka yells instructions from the sideline during the second half of their game against the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers forward LeBron James, left, reaches around to knock the ball away as Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. drives during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green, left, tries to keep control of the ball as he loses his footing in front of Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers head coach Darvin Ham yells from the bench during the second half of their game against the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers star LeBron James passes the ball as Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks lays on the court during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) passes the ball to center Alperen Sengun (28) as Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell, left, and forward Anthony Davis, right, defend during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura looks to score as Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun defends during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun dunks during the second half of their game against the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green battles for control of the ball against Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell, top, during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James holds his face after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James stays down on the court after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers forward LeBron James lays on the court holding his nose after a flagrant foul by Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Lakers coach Darvin Ham, top center, and others check on LeBron James as he lays on the court after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks smiles Lakers star LeBron James holds his face after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks during the second half of their game against the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James holds a towel to his face after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Lakers star LeBron James looks on from the bench during the second half of their loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) tries to shoot as he is defended by Lakers center Jaxson Hayes, right, while forward LeBron James, left, looks on during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore, right, lays up a shot in front of Lakers forward Christian Wood during the second half on Monday night in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles and her husband, Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens, attend the game between the Houston Rockets and the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles and her husband, Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens, attend the game between the Houston Rockets and the Lakers on Monday night in Houston. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

HOUSTON — The Lakers' 135-119 road loss to the Houston Rockets was the latest example of an issue that's plagued them for the last 1½ months: whenever it seems like they're about to have a breakthrough in their season, they have a game that leaves them back at .500.

Saturday's double-overtime victory over the Golden State Warriors, the Lakers' fifth win in seven games and one that put them over .500 for the first time since late December, looked like it could have been the start of that breakout.

And it still could, with four games remaining on this six-game trip and 34 left in the regular season after Monday.

But the Lakers (24-24) turned in a mostly abysmal defensive performance against the young, athletic Rockets (22-24) at the Toyota Center, continuing their trend of being between two games below .500 and a game above .500 for the last month.

The Lakers struggled in nearly every area defensively: they allowed 68 points in the paint (54 in the first three quarters), 19 second-chance points (13 in the opening three quarters) and 29 fast-break points (25).

The result was a 94-64 deficit with 7:34 left in the third and 108-84 at the end of the quarter.

"We just gave them too much early. We talk about shifting, showing bodies, coming into the game," Lakers coach Darvin Ham said. "The last 10 games, they're [No. 2] in points in the paint. They're also 26th in assists. The biggest thing for us was trying to be great on the ball and have a ton of support behind that initial on-ball defender. And we gave them too much early: transition, easy drives, drop-offs. When a team gets a rhythm like that, gets their confidence, the next thing you know everything starts going in for them. They threw in some 3s early. They had too much access to our paint."

LeBron James (23 points, 10 assists), D'Angelo Russell (23 points, five assists) and Rui Hachimura (16 points) led a comeback attempt, cutting a 30-point third-quarter deficit to 10 late in the fourth, but it wasn't enough to make up for their early struggles.

"A lot of miscommunication on our end that kind led them getting some easy ones," Russell said. "You look up, that's all a team needs to get some momentum and some of the best players get some rhythm."

James was disappointed in how they performed to end the first quarter, after which they trailed 42-31.

"We just didn't get back," he said. "We didn't have a sense of care factor. We didn't have no care factor in those last two minutes."

Already missing defensive ace Cam Reddish (sprained ankle), the Lakers played most of the game without the defensive-minded Jarred Vanderbilt after he was ejected early in the second quarter. He received two technical fouls after making contact with Rockets wing Dillon Brooks (17 points).

"He's one of the best Swiss Army knives in the NBA," Ham said of Vanderbilt. "The amount of things he can do, from initiating the break, catching and finishing in the paint, playing in the half-roll, playing DHO (dribble handoff) basketball, offensive rebounding, getting deflections, steals, making all the hustle plays you can possibly ask for. A bunch that don't show up in the stat sheet. But he just gives us a lot of versatility doing the small intangibles that you need to win."

The lineup of James, Russell, Hachimura, Max Christie and Jaxson Hayes cut the deficit to 116-96 with 7:37 left in the fourth, with Austin Reaves (six points, five assists) subbing in for Christie at that point, before the Lakers cut the deficit to 10 (121-111) on James' pull-up 3-pointer with 3:54 remaining.

But their shotmaking fell off from there, missing their next three field-goal attempts, and they didn't get any closer. Ham subbed James, Russell and Reaves out with the Lakers trailing 126-111 with 2:13 remaining.

"I've been in games when I've been up 30 and maybe I've lost that game," James said. "I've been in games where I've been down 30 and won games. So, the game is never won or lost when you're up a certain amount of points until there's zeros on the clock."

Anthony Davis (23 points, seven rebounds in 29 minutes) didn't play after subbing out late in the third quarter. Ham mentioned the Lakers making their comeback with Hayes at center and Davis having aggravated his groin/hip injury on Saturday for reasons that Davis didn't go back in.

Davis said postgame that his groin was "a little sore" and that he "just couldn't move how I usually move, both ends of the floor."

The Lakers were also playing on the first night of a back-to-back, with a matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday at State Farm Arena awaiting them.

Davis said he didn't know whether he'd play against the Hawks.

James, who played 37 minutes against the Rockets, said he plans to play on Tuesday. The 39-year-old has played in both games in five of the Lakers' eight sets of back-to-backs so far this season.

The Rockets were led by Jalen Green's 34 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists and Alperen Şengün's 31 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists.

Cam Whitmore, the No. 20 pick in last June's NBA draft, added 20 points and six rebounds in 18 minutes off the bench.

LeBron James Calls Out Lakers for Loss to Dillon Brooks, Rockets: 'No Care Factor'

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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James cited a lack of "care factor" from his team in a pivotal stretch of the first quarter that allowed the Rockets to take control in a 135-119 Houston victory Monday night.

The Lakers trailed 30-29 with 2:32 left in the quarter. By the time the frame ended, the Rockets increased their lead to 11 points thanks to an offensive flurry.

"The first half was lost in the last two-and-a-half minutes of the first quarter," James told reporters after the game. "We didn't get back in transition and they ran out on us. ... We just didn't get back, didn't have a sense of care factor. We didn't have a care factor in those last two-and-a-half minutes."

It was a frustrating night all around for the Lakers, who lost despite James, Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell all scoring 23 points apiece. They allowed the Rockets to shoot 53.1 percent from the field and got out-rebounded 56-35.

Rockets wing Dillon Brooks not only dropped 17 points but also successfully got under the skin of multiple L.A. players as well.

Jarred Vanderbilt got ejected after shoving Brooks under the basket in the second quarter and poking him in the head.

Vanderbilt had taken exception to a foul by Brooks moments earlier, with Brooks making contact to his back as he was going up for a dunk.

Then in the fourth quarter, James took exception to a hard foul by Brooks, which resulted in a flagrant-1.

James responded, "Next question," when asked about Brooks after the game.

Davis and head coach Darvin Ham were more direct, however.

"No man is going to talk towards another man the way he was talking to Vando," Davis told reporters. "So, Vando did what he had to do."

Ham pointed to both of the fouls to Vanderbilt and James.

"Being competitive is one thing," he said. "But ... putting players at risk of injury with certain plays—I just watched it again [on video] before I came in here, [Brooks] pushes him in the back, a guy that's in the air. Airborne, defenseless. Then Bron's play, Bron goes to the basket and it's a double move with his arms. One arm trying to deflect the ball and it goes back and then it goes across [James'] face."

Ham questioned whether Brooks should've remained in the game.

This was the last meeting between the Rockets and Lakers for this season, so Los Angeles will have to wait a while before it can exact a measure of revenge on Brooks and Houston.

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