hootie on lakers vs cavaliers nba finals 2009… Assuming the Lakers win each of their last three games, they will only need the Cavaliers to lose one of their last four to tie for the best record in the league. Since the Lakers vs. Cavaliers season matchup is in favor of the Lakers 2-0, LA will capture the best record in the league and ultimately take over home court advantage. Unlike the Cavs, the LA Lakers have an outstanding combined record of 11-3 against the Nuggets, Cavaliers, Magic …