Beating the odds: Warriors' backs against the wall vs. Lakers, but sportsbooks, bettors expecting a fight

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The Warriors enter Wednesday night's Game 5 clash with the Lakers down 3-1. Sportsbooks and bettors, however, aren't expecting Los Angeles to close things out in the immediate future. We look at the surprising odds and discuss how recent history has led to a cautious approach from both oddsmakers and the betting public.