In terms of matchup Lakers are more superior but players sometimes have a bad night pointing the game to another directions, if Miami got the chance to extend the series it will bring more money to the league.
I think the Lakers are determined to finish the series now as they are wearing the mamba jersey in game 5. They are undefeated while wearing those jersey, and I guess the league are into Kobe that they do anything to commemorate his legacy through the game.
I can say a Laker -5.5 bet would be the safest area for betting a Laker win in game 5. I'm doubtful about the -7.5 from the bookies since the Heat are showing good defense from the past 2 games.
I was laughing hard when that kid Herro forced a three pointer with a dying seconds to beat the bettors of -7.5 in game 4 lol.