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Dallas Mavericks at Utah Jazz odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Dallas Mavericks at Utah Jazz odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Jazz (4-14) welcome the Dallas Mavericks (11-8) to the Delta Center Saturday. Tip is set for 9:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Mavericks vs. Jazz odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Series tied 1-1

The Mavericks beat the New York Knicks 129-114 Wednesday, closing as a 4-point home underdog. They were led by F Naji Marshall, who scored a team-high 24 points. Dallas has won 2 straight and 6 of its last 7. It is 6-1 against the spread (ATS) in those and is 10-8-1 ATS on the season.

The Jazz lost to the Denver Nuggets at home Wednesday, closing as a 10.5-point underdog. G Collin Sexton dropped 26 points on 9-for-16 shooting. Utah has lost 6 of its last 7 games and is 3-4 ATS in those. It has lost 3 of its last 6 by double figures. The Jazz are 8-10 ATS on the season.

Mavericks at Jazz odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 1 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Jazz +200 (bet $100 to win $200)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks -6.5 (-110) | Jazz +6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Jazz key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (wrist) doubtful
G Klay Thompson (foot) out

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (foot) out
F Kyle Filipowski (lower leg) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Mavericks at Jazz picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 122, Jazz 114

Moneyline

PASS.

The Jazz are missing too many key weapons and have struggled too much to think they can win as a sizable underdog. Avoid playing the home side to come out on top, and the Mavericks are too much of a favorite to consider either.

Against the spread

BET MAVERICKS -6.5 (-110).

The Jazz have struggled over the last few weeks and are just 2-4 ATS in their last six games. They are among the bottom-third teams in the league at covering at home as well, going just 3-6 ATS at the Delta Center.

The Mavericks, who are 4-4-1 ATS on the road, have covered in 3 of their last 4 away games. Dallas is 2-0 ATS in its last 2 as a favorite and 6-1 ATS in its last 7.

Take MAVERICKS -6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 231.5 (-110).

The Jazz have gone Over in 3 of their last 5 games and have scored at least 115 points in 4 of those. Utah’s defense has been among the worst in the NBA as well, having allowed at least 122 in 4 of its last 5.

The Mavericks, who are 10-8-1 O/U on the season, have gone Over in 4 straight games and have scored 129 in 2 in a row. They have scored at least 121 in 5 of their last 6.

Considering those recent trends for both sides, back OVER 231.5 (-110).

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Golden State Warriors at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Golden State Warriors at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Golden State Warriors (12-6) are on the road Saturday facing the Phoenix Suns (10-8). Tip-off from Footprint Center is at 9 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Warriors vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting, Suns won 3-1 last season.

The Warriors have lost their last 3 games. They are coming off a 105-101 home loss to Oklahoma City Wednesday, which ended in a push with a 4-point spread. The Under (224.5) cashed in.

The Suns have lost 6 of their last 7 games. They are 1-1 since the return of F Kevin Durant from a calf strain. They are coming off a 127-117 home loss to Brooklyn Wednesday when they were 9-point favorites. The Over (220) cashed in.

Warriors at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Warriors +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Suns -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Warriors +2.5 (-110) | Suns -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 233.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Warriors at Suns key injuries

Warriors

G Stephen Curry (knee) questionable
F Jonathan Kuminga (illness) probable
G Gary Payton Jr. (abductor) probable
F Andrew Wiggins (ankle) questionable

Suns

G Bradley Beal (calf) questionable
C Jusuf Nurkic (quad) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Warriors at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 115, Warriors 109

Moneyline

The Warriors are 7-3 on the road but have lost 2 of their last 3 away from home, while the Suns are 6-4 at home, although they are 1-4 in their last 5 home games.

The return of Durant has led to 117 and 127 points.

While Golden State has scored 110 or more in 3 of their last 6 and 2 with 120, they also were held to 101 or fewer in 3 games.

Expect the Suns to bounce back from their last loss and to send the Warriors to a fourth consecutive defeat.

But the spread gives you a better value, so go with that.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Warriors have only 1 cover in their last 7 games.

The Warriors are 5-1 ATS as underdogs and the Suns are 3-7 ATS as favorites, but that is impacted by Durant and Beal being out so many games.

The Suns covered the spread in all 3 victories over the Warriors last season.

BET SUNS -2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Only 1 of the Warriors’ last 6 games has surpassed the projected total for this matchup.

The Suns’ last 6 games have alternated going Over or Under tonight’s projected total. Their last game had 244 points.

BET UNDER 233.5 (-115).

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Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (2-15) and Milwaukee Bucks (9-9) meet Saturday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Wizards vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Bucks won 2-1 last season

The Wizards extended their losing streak to 13 games with a 121-96 setback to the visiting LA Clippers Wednesday. Washington failed to cover as a 9.5-point underdog, and the Under (225.5) hit.

Clippers G James Harden was unstoppable, scoring 43 points with 7 assists, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals. Wizards G Malcolm Brogdon and C Jonas Valanciunas paced the Wizards with 17 points each, but Washington’s 20 turnovers sealed another tough outing for the struggling team.

The Bucks secured their fifth consecutive win Tuesday, defeating the Miami Heat 106-103 as 5.5-point road underdogs. The Under (222.5) cashed.

Milwaukee thrived from deep, sinking 20 of 46 three-pointers, while Miami controlled the paint with a 46-18 scoring advantage. G Damian Lillard starred for the Bucks, leading all scorers with 37 points and adding 12 assists to seal the victory.

Wizards at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Bucks -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +14.5 (-110) | Bucks -14.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wizards at Bucks key injuries

Wizards

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) out

Bucks

F Saddiq Bey (knee) out
F Kyle Kuzma (ribs) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Wizards at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 121, Wizards 102

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bucks (-1100) will win this game comfortably Saturday, which is why I’m going to take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET MILWAUKEE -14.5 (-110).

Washington’s struggles are no secret, dropping 13 straight games and going 1-5-1 ATS in its last 7. To make matters worse, it is without key contributors like Kuzma and Bey. At home, the Wizards have lost consecutive games to the Clippers and Bulls by an average of 22 points.

Meanwhile, Milwaukee has found its stride, winning 5 straight even without Middleton. With Antetokounmpo expected back Saturday, the Bucks, who have covered 3 of their last 4, should win comfortably despite the line hovering at 14.5.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 229.5 (-110).

While this matchup has gone Over in 4 straight meetings, the Under looks appealing here. The Wizards have stayed Under in 4 of their last 5 games, and the Bucks in 3 of their last 5. Washington’s offense ranks 26th in the NBA at 107.8 points per game, while Milwaukee’s 112.7 points per game ranks 16th, making a lower-scoring outcome likely.

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Philadelphia 76ers at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Philadelphia 76ers at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Pistons (9-12) welcome the Philadelphia 76ers (3-14) to Little Caesars Arena Saturday. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the 76ers vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Pistons lead 1-0

The 76ers lost to the visiting Houston Rockets 122-115 in OT Wednesday, closing as 5.5-point underdogs. They were led by G Tyrese Maxey, who dropped a team-high 39 points on 14-for-34 shooting. Philadelphia has lost 7 of its last 8 games, going 2-6 against the spread (ATS). It is 4-13 ATS on the season.

The Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 130-106 Friday, covering as 5-point road underdogs. All 5 starters scored in double figures as G Malik Beasley led the way with 25 points. Detroit is just 2-4 overall and 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games. It is 10-10-1 ATS on the season.

76ers at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): 76ers +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Pistons -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread: 76ers +2.5 (-120) | Pistons -2.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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76ers at Pistons key injuries

76ers

C Joel Embiid (knee) out
F Paul George (knee) questionable
F Caleb Martin (back) questionable

Pistons

(Not yet submitted — below was for Friday’s game)

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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76ers at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Pistons 113, 76ers 106

Moneyline

PASS.

While taking some risk out of the equation may be enticing here, the way this game is perceived to go, it would be better to play the spread instead of a more expensive ML option.

Look there for the better value.

Against the spread

BET PISTONS -2.5 (+100).

The 76ers and covering on the road have not been a good combo this season. They have failed to cover in 5 straight away games and are 2-6 ATS on the road this season. Philadelphia has been an underdog of 2.5 or fewer points 4 times and is 0-4 ATS in those.

The Pistons have cooled off over the last week, but are still 4-4 straight up in their last 8 and have stepped up offensively, ending with at least 111 points in 5 of their last 7. They have allowed 106 or fewer in 4 of their last 8. Back PISTONS -2.5 (+100).

Over/Under

BET OVER 215.5 (-105).

If there’s one thing both sides can agree on in the last 10 days, it is going over the projected total. The Pistons are 4-1 O/U in their last 5 games and the 76ers are 3-1 O/U in their last 4.

Philadelphia has allowed 123.5 points per game over its last 2. Detroit has either scored or allowed 130 points or more in 2 straight. Considering those trends, back OVER 215.5 (-105).

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Atlanta Hawks at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Atlanta Hawks at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Charlotte Hornets (6-13) welcome the Atlanta Hawks (9-11) to Spectrum Center Saturday. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Hawks 1-0

The Hawks beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-101 Friday, closing as 5.5-point home underdogs. They were led by F De’Andre Hunter, who notched 23 points. Atlanta beat the Cavaliers in 2 straight games Wednesday then Friday. It is 3-3 straight up and against the spread (ATS) in its last 6. The Hawks are 8-12 ATS on the season.

The Hornets lost to the visiting New York Knicks 99-98 Friday, closing as 13-point underdogs. They were led by G Brandon Miller, who scored 20 points on just 7-for-25 shooting. Charlotte has lost 4 straight games but is 5-1 ATS in its last 6. It is 12-7 ATS on the season.

Hawks at Hornets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hawks -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Hornets +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Against the spread: Hawks -4.5 (-110) | Hornets +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Hawks at Hornets key injuries

Hawks

(Not yet submitted — below was for Friday’s game)

None

Hornets

(Not yet submitted — below was for Friday’s game)

G LaMelo Ball (calf) out
F Miles Bridges (knee) out
G Tre Mann (back) out
C Nick Richards (ribs) out
F Grant Williams (ACL) out
C Mark Williams (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Hawks at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawks 119, Hornets 118

Moneyline

PASS.

Considering the way this game is predicted to go, the spread is the better option. Take the home side’s spread here.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +4.5 (-110).

The Hornets are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games and have had 5 of their last 8 games end within a 4-point margin. Charlotte is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 and 7-1 ATS in its last 8 at home.

The Hawks have struggled to find much consistency this season and are 1-2 ATS in their last 3 road games. Young leads the team in scoring but is shooting just 39% from the field.

Considering those trends, back HORNETS +4.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 225.5 (-115).

The Hawks play at the second-fastest pace in the NBA and have gone Over in 3 of their last 4 games. They are 14-6 O/U on the season, scoring at least 117 in 4 in a row.

The Hornets are 5-3 O/U in their last 8 games and have allowed at least 114 in 6 of their last 9. Charlotte has scored at least 114 in 5 of its last 8. It has the firepower offensively to keep pace, but also has a struggling defense which Young could abuse.

Take OVER 225.5 (-115).

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder (14-4) square off against the Los Angeles Lakers (11-7) in Emirates NBA Cup group play Friday. Tip-off from Crypto.com Arena is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Thunder vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Lakers won 3-1 last season

OKC continued rolling with a 105-101 victory in Golden State Wednesday. The Thunder pushed as 4-point favorites with Warriors G Stephen Curry sitting out. Thunder G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander held it down with 35 points, 9 boards and 5 assists. C Isaiah Hartenstein has made his presence felt with double-doubles in his last 3 starts. He had 14 points and 14 boards Wednesday.

The Lakers snapped a 3-game slide with a 119-101 victory at San Antonio Wednesday. They had 7 players reach double figures, and F LeBron James had a triple-double with 16 points, 10 boards and 11 dimes. F Anthony Davis added 19 points, 14 boards and 7 assists.

Thunder at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 1:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Lakers +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread: Thunder -3.5 (-105) | Lakers +3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Thunder at Lakers key injuries

Thunder

G Alex Caruso (hip) out
C Chet Holmgren (hip) out
F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
C Jaxson Hayes (ankle) doubtful
G Dalton Knecht (quadriceps) probable
F Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) out
C Christian Wood (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Thunder at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 119, Thunder 115

Moneyline

The Lakers take this NBA Cup very seriously. They were 7-0 in Cup play last season and 2-1 thus far. They got smoked 127-100 against the Phoenix Suns Tuesday. So rest assured, they’re going to take this one very seriously to avoid their fate being out of their own hands.

They get up for OKC anyway, winning 5 of the last 6 meetings. Take the LAKERS +135 here because I feel like OKC is too thin without Holmgren and Williams.

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Against the spread

I’m going to double up here and take the LAKERS +3.5 (-115). Not only have the Lakers won 5 of 6 against OKC, they’re also 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings. OKC got them twice in L.A., and both were by 3 points. This provides adequate insurance, and most other places are already down to +3.

Over/Under

The Over is 4-3 in the last 7 meetings between the teams. OKC is 5-5 O/U in its last 10, and the Lakers are 4-4 in their last 8. This is the smallest total in the last 5 matchups, and it’s just small enough to cash an OVER 230.5 (-110).

Again, this means something to L.A. I look for a faster-paced game.

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Sacramento Kings at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Sacramento Kings at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Sacramento Kings (9-10) and Portland Trail Blazers (7-12) meet at Moda Center in an In-Season Tournament game Friday. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Kings vs. Trail Blazers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Kings lead 1-0; Sacramento won 111-98 at Golden 1 Center on Oct. 28, pushing at most shops as a 13-point favorite as the Under (231) cashed

The Kings posted a 115-104 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves as a 3.5-point road underdog on Wednesday. Sacramento halted a 4-game losing skid, and an 0-6 against the spread (ATS) cover slide. The Over has hit in the past 2 outings, while going 5-3 in the past 8 games since Nov. 13.

The Blazers were dropped 121-114 on the road against the Indiana Pacers Wednesday, but Portland covered as a 9.5-point underdog as the Over (232) cashed. The Blazers are 6-2 ATS in the past 8 outings, while the Under is actually 6-1 in the past 7 contests.

Kings at Trail Blazers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kings -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread: Kings -7.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Kings at Trail Blazers key injuries

Kings

G Devin Carter (shoulder) out
G DeMar DeRozan (back) out
F Trey Lyles (calf) out

Trail Blazers

C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
F Jerami Grant (knee) doubtful
F Kris Murray (chest) questionable
G Matisse Thybulle (ankle) out
C Robert Williams III (concussion) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Kings at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 118, Trail Blazers 110

Moneyline

The Kings (-275) will cost you almost 3 times your potential return, and that’s just too much for a singular moneyline play. If you were to toss this into a multi-leg parlay, it wouldn’t be the end of the world.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play KINGS -7.5 (-110) in the NBA Cup matchup in the Rose City.

The Kings won last time in Minnesota, which is fine, but they also lost 4 in a row prior to that, so be careful.

Still, the Trail Blazers +7.5 (-110) are just 1-4 SU in the past 5 games, while going 2-2 ATS in the previous 4 contests.

Over/Under

OVER 226.5 (-110) is a solid play Friday.

While the Under has cashed in 6 straight from Nov. 13-25, the Over hit last time out for Portland in Indianapolis. At home, the Over has split 4-4 in 8 games for the Blazers this season.

For the Kings, they’ve cashed the Over in the past 2 outings, while averaging 112.0 PPG in offense, while allowing 117.0 PPG on defense. The Over has a 5-4 edge in 9 road outings for Sacto.

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Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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NBA Cup group play continues Friday as the Boston Celtics (15-3) face the Chicago Bulls (8-12) on the road. Tip-off from United Center is at 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Celtics vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Celtics won 3-0 last season

The Celtics have won 6 straight games. They have also won 6 straight on the road. They last played on Monday, beating the LA Clippers 126-94 as 10.5-point favorites.

The Bulls are 3-3 in their last 6 games, but have lost 2 of their last 3. They are coming off a 133-119 road loss to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, failing to cover the 9.5-point spread as underdogs.

Celtics at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | Bulls +475 (bet $100 to win $475)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -11.5 (-110) | Bulls +11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 243.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Bulls key injuries

Celtics

C Luke Kornet (hamstring) probable

Bulls

G Lonzo Ball (wrist) probable
F Jalen Smith (ankle) questionable
G Dalen Terry (ankle) questionable
G Coby White (wrist) questionable
F Patrick Williams (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 127, Bulls 112

Moneyline

The Celtics have only lost 3 times this season. They are 5-0 with a rest advantage like this game while Chicago is 0-4 with a rest disadvantage.

Boston is 8-1 on the road and Chicago is 2-6 at home.

This is an easy call for Boston, but you shouldn’t be betting -650 odds as a single bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

In their 3 meetings last season, the Celtics covered the spread in all 3. The smallest margin of victory was 11 points.

Four of the Celtics’ wins in their 6-game winning streak have been by at least 12 points while 4 of the Bulls’ last 5 losses were by at least 12 points, with the other being by 11 points.

BET CELTICS -11.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Only 2 of the Celtics’ last 10 games have surpassed 243 points, but the Bulls have had 3 of their last 4 games surpass 243 points.

None of the 3 meetings between the teams had totals that high.

The Celtics have not allowed more than 105 points in their last 3 games.

BET UNDER 243.5 (-110).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Memphis Grizzlies odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (4-15) visit the Memphis Grizzlies (12-7) Friday. Tip-off from FedExForum is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pelicans vs. Grizzlies odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split 2-2 last season.

New Orleans has dropped 6 straight games after falling 119-93 against the Toronto Raptors Wednesday as a 1.5-point home favorite. G CJ McCollum scored a team-high 19 points while the Pelicans shot 38.7% from the field.

Memphis has won 4 games in a row after taking down the visiting Detroit Pistons 131-111 Wednesday as a 7.5-point favorite. G Marcus Smart had a game-high 25 points off the bench and was 1 of 7 Grizzlies players who scored 12 or more.

Pelicans at Grizzlies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Grizzlies -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +11.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pelicans at Grizzlies key injuries

Pelicans

G Jose Alvarado (hamstring) out
G Jordan Hawkins (back) questionable
F Brandon Ingram (calf) questionable
F Herbert Jones (shoulder) out
G Trey Murphy III (knee) questionable
F Zion Williamson (hamstring) out

Grizzlies

C Zach Edey (ankle) out
F GG Jackson (foot) out
G Ja Morant (knee) probable
G Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Grizzlies picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 124, Pelicans 111

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Grizzlies (-650) to win against a struggling Pelicans team Friday.

Against the spread

BET GRIZZLIES -11.5 (-110).

Memphis has won 7 of its last 10 games while covering 9 of its last 10. It is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 home games. Memphis has won 3 straight games by 11 or more points and 2 in a row by 20 or more.

New Orleans is coming off a 26-point home loss as a favorite.

Over/Under

BET OVER 232.5 (-105).

While the Pelicans have struggled scoring lately, putting up 101 or fewer points in 7 of their last 10, they have allowed 119 or more in 3 of their last 5.

Memphis has hit the Over in 4 of its last 5 games and scored 123 or more points in 3 straight.

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LA Clippers at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s L.A. Clippers at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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NBA Cup group play continues as the LA Clippers (12-8) take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (8-10) on the road Friday night. Tip-off from Target Center is at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting, Timberwolves won 3-1 last season

The Clippers are wrapping up a 4-game road trip. They have won 2 of the first 3 games, and have won 6 of their last 7 games overall. They last played on Wednesday, a 121-96 win over the Washington Wizards, covering the 9-point spread as favorites.

The Timberwolves have lost 4 straight games and 7 of the last 9. They are 0-2 through 2 games of their 4-game homestand. They lost on Wednesday night to the Sacramento Kings 115-104 when they were 3.5-point home favorites.

Clippers at Timberwolves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Timberwolves -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +5.5 (-105) | Timberwolves -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Timberwolves key injuries

Clippers

F Kobe Brown (back) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
F Norman Powell (hamstring) questionable
F P.J. Tucker (not with team) out

Timberwolves

F Joe Ingles (soleus) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 108, Timberwolves 103

Moneyline

The Clippers have held opponents to 105 or fewer points in 6 of their last 7 games and under 100 points in 5 of their last 6 contests.

Opponents have scored 110 points or more in 5 of the last 6 for Minnesota.

The Clippers are in a groove right now, winning 6 of 7 and the Wolves are sputtering losing 7 of 9.

BET CLIPPERS (+190).

Against the spread

The Clippers are 12-7-1 ATS. The Wolves are 6-12 ATS, 2 games worse than their 8-10 overall W/L record.

The Clippers’ last 6 covers have been outright wins, including 3 games as underdogs like this matchup.

With good plus odds on the moneyline, that is the better value and bet, so the spread isn’t as profitable.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Clippers are 7-13 O/U this season. Their last 3 games had totals surpassing 215 points, but the 3 games before that did not. Meanwhile, 6 of the Timberwolves’ last 10 games have gone Over the projected total.

In both meetings played in Minnesota last season, the total did not go above 214 points. The Under won in 3 of 4 meetings last season.

BET UNDER 214.5 (-110).

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