Don't expect the Lakers to wake up vs. the Nuggets, plus other best bets for Wednesday

Klay Thompson was ejected from the game against the Suns on Tuesday. Chris Bengel is back with sports betting today. He gives his best bets for Wednesday.

Lakers are 0-3 and have the most stagnant offense in the league. Russell Westbrook is doubtful for Wednesday's game due to a hamstring injury. The Nuggets have been a mixed bag through their first four games. Denver has six players that average double figures and shoots 41.6 percent from three. They also have reigning MVP Nikola Jokic.

Lakers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a straight up loss. Nuggets are picking 5.5 (-110) against the Lakers.

Oilers at Blues, 8 p.m. TV: ESPN+.Latest Odds: St. Louis Blues-105.

The Oilers have three losses in their last five games. The Blues are 3-1-0 this season and blanked the Oilers 2- 0 on Saturday. Jordan Binnington will start in goal for the Blues. He has a 1.65 goals-against-average in three starts this year. He's allowed two goals or fewer in two of his starts.

The Oilers are 2-7 in their last nine games against a team with a winning record.

Orlando Magic play against the Cavaliers tonight. Paolo Banchero is the favorite to win the over-under for the Magic. He is averaging 22.8 points this season and has scored at least 20 points in all of those games. He has been the top pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.

Lakers are not going to win against the Nuggets. Banchero has scored at least 20 points in all four games this season.