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Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves (53-24) face the Los Angeles Lakers (45-33) Sunday. Tip-off from Crypto.com Arena is at 10 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Timberwolves lead 2-1

The Timberwolves are coming off a 97-87 road loss to the Phoenix Suns as 4.5-point underdogs Friday, but they have won 6 of their last 8 games. They are in 2nd place in the West, just a half-game behind the Denver Nuggets.

The Lakers are in 8th in the West, which would have them in the play-in tournament if the season ended today. They are 1.5 games behind Phoenix for the 6 seed. They have won 4 games in a row and 9 of their last 10. They beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 116-97 at home Saturday, covering the 5-point spread as favorites.

Timberwolves at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Lakers -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +2.5 (-115) | Lakers -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 219.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Timberwolves at Lakers key injuries

Timberwolves

G Jayen Clark (Achilles) out
C Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) out

Lakers

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

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Timberwolves at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 114, Lakers 110

Moneyline

Both teams come into this game pretty hot. The Lakers have won 4 straight and 9 of 10. The TIMBERWOLVES (+105) lost Friday but are 9-3 in their last 12 games.

Minnesota has not lost consecutive games since losing 2 in a row from March 8-10.

The Lakers are strong at home at 29-12 but are only 8-6 when playing on no rest.

The Wolves are 19-3 when playing with a rest advantage, so expect them to bounce back from the 87-point performance against Phoenix for a win.

BET TIMBERWOLVES (+105).

Against the spread

With slight plus odds on the moneyline, you are better off making the bet on the Timberwolves to win outright.

PASS.

Over/Under

Minnesota has held opponents under 100 points in 5 of its last 8 games.

However, the Lakers have scored 116 or more points in 4 straight games and 7 of 8.

Two of the 3 meetings have had 220 or more total points.

BET OVER 219.5 (-105).

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Utah Jazz at Golden State Warriors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Utah Jazz at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Jazz (29-48) take on the Golden State Warriors (42-35) Sunday. Tip-off from Chase Center is at 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Jazz vs. Warriors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Warriors lead 2-0

The Jazz are reeling. They have lost 11 straight games and 14 of their last 15. They last played Friday, falling 131-102 to the LA Clippers and failing to cover the 12.5-point spread as road underdogs.

The Warriors hold on to the 10th seed and final berth in the play-in tournament, leading the Houston Rockets by 4 games. They are 2 games behind 9th-place Sacramento. They had a 6-game winning streak snapped Friday in a 108-106 road loss to the Dallas Mavericks as 1-point underdogs.

Jazz at Warriors odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jazz +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Warriors -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jazz +11.5 (-105) | Warriors -11.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jazz at Warriors key injuries

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (back) out
F John Collins (back) out
G Kris Dunn (foot) questionable
C Walker Kessler (nose) out
F Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) out

Warriors

G Stephen Curry (rest) out
F Jonathan Kuminga (knee) questionable
G Gary Payton II (ankle) probable
F Andrew Wiggins (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Jazz at Warriors picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 131, Jazz 118

Moneyline

The Jazz have lost 11 straight games overall and 12 straight on the road. They have been eliminated from postseason contention, while the Warriors (-700) are fighting for seeding and perhaps trying to get to the No. 6 seed in order to avoid the play-in tournament.

Even with Curry resting, it isn’t enough to predict the Jazz will suddenly pull the upset over a Warriors team that has won 6 of 7.

But don’t bet the Warriors at -700. Those are terrible odds to bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Warriors covered the spread in both wins over Utah in February, although they were just 2.5- and 1-point favorites in those games.

The Warriors have covered the spread in 24 of their last 25 victories, while the Jazz have only covered the spread in 3 of their last 14 losses.

BET WARRIORS -11.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Both previous meetings had totals of 236 and 277.

The Jazz have allowed 127 points or more in 3 straight games.

BET OVER 226.5 (-110).

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Dallas Stars at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Stars at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Stars (48-20-9) take on the Colorado Avalanche (48-23-6) Sunday at Ball Arena. Puck drop is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stars vs. Avalanche odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Stars had an 8-game winning streak snapped with a 3-2 setback on the road against the Chicago Blackhawks Saturday. This will be their 6th road game in their last 7. Their itinerary has been Arizona, San Jose, Vancouver, Seattle, back home for Edmonton, Chicago and now Colorado. The heavy travel hasn’t bothered C Roope Hintz, who has goals in 3 of 4 games.

The Avs are just 2-3-1 in their last 6 games after dropping Friday’s tilt 6-2 in Edmonton. An even bigger problem was star RW Mikko Rantanen left with an upper body injury that may keep him out of this game. The Avs trail the Stars for the top spot in the Central Division by 3 points with 5 to go.

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Stars at Avalanche odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stars +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Avalanche -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Stars +1.5 (-250) | Avalanche -1.5 (+195)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Stars at Avalanche projected goalies

Jake Oettinger (31-13-4, 2.80 GAA, .903 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (37-16-4, 2.91 GAA, .900%, 2 SO)

“Otter” is coming off a 5-0 shutout over the mighty Oilers Wednesday. He stopped all 35 shots. He shut out the Seattle Kraken before that, turning aside all 17. He was great against Vancouver before that. In all, he has made 79 saves on 80 shots in his last 3 games. Colorado is a different story, though, as he has allowed 5 goals in both of his starts against them this season.

Georgiev has not been equally as steady, allowing 6, 4, 2 and 4 goals in his last 4 starts. He has been great against Dallas, though. He’s 3-0-0 with a 2.63 GAA and .915 SV% against the Stars this season. Last time he saw them, Feb. 27, he stopped 33 of 34 in a 5-1 win.

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Stars at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

The Avs have won 4 straight against Dallas, and the Stars haven’t cracked the Avs at home since 2022. There are reasons to like each side here with the play of Oettinger alongside Rantanen’s potential absence. The heavy travel, the altitude and playing on consecutive days are why I’m going with the AVALANCHE -120.

The Avs are 29-7-1 at home this season and need this game if they want home-ice advantage.

Puck line/Against the spread

I’m not touching either side of the puck line here.

I like NATHAN MACKINNON OVER 4.5 SHOTS (-125).

He hit the mark in 2 of 3 matchups against Dallas this season, and if Rantanen is out, he’ll be even more aggressive.

Over/Under

This number is 2-0-1 in the 3 matchups this year, but there is reason to like the Under. Dallas is 3-7 O/U in their last 10. Colorado is 5-4-1 but could be missing one of the best players in the league. This total would be 1-2-1 in the last 4 in Colorado.

It’s the playoff push, and goals are usually at a premium.

Take the UNDER 6 (+100).

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Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code SBWIRE1000 | $1K Offer for NCAA Women’s Final, NASCAR & More

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New York Knicks at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Knicks at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Knicks (45-32) square off against the Milwaukee Bucks (47-30) Sunday with tip-off from Fiserv Forum set for 7 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Knicks vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Bucks lead 3-1

The Knicks fell 108-100 against the Chicago Bulls Friday and have lost 4 of 5. G Jalen Brunson has had 35 points and 11 assists in 2 straight games. The Knicks are tied with the Orlando Magic for 4th in the East and are just a half-game behind Cleveland for 3rd with 5 games remaining.

The Bucks have lost 3 in a row and 5 of 6, but they remain 1 1/2 games up on the Cavs for the 2nd spot in the East. They fell to the Toronto Raptors 117-111 as G Damian Lillard returned to drop 36 points. F Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out of that one and is questionable Sunday.

Knicks at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Bucks -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +4.5 (-115) | Bucks -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Knicks at Bucks key injuries

Knicks

G Bojan Bogdanovic (hand) questionable
F Julius Randle (shoulder) out

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) questionable
G Patrick Beverley (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Knicks at Bucks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 111, Knicks 109

Moneyline

The Bucks just lost at home to the Raptors and Memphis Grizzlies. While they could, and probably should, win this game, I have zero faith in them – especially at this number.

So let’s have some fun and construct an SGP. Brunson is averaging 35.8 PPG and 5.8 APG. F OG Anunoby returned from injury in the last game and went 2-for-4 from deep. So let’s go BRUNSON 25 POINTS + BRUNSON 5 ASSISTS + ANUNOBY OVER 0.5 THREES (-121).

BetMGM is offering a 50% SGP Boost Token that would make that very manageable SGP +125.

Against the spread

I think the Knicks could take this outright, but I just don’t have the faith to throw down on the ML. This obviously hinges heavily on Giannis’ status, which is unknown at this point. Wait until closer to tip to get some clarity on him, but with such a tight spread here, the books aren’t feeling he’ll go.

LEAN KNICKS +4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Bucks are 6-4 O/U over their last 10, and the Knicks are 8-2. This number would have went way Over in 3 of the 4 meetings this season with the lone exception an early season 110-105 Milwaukee victory

Take the OVER 220.5 (-110).

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Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Miami Heat (43-34) face the Indiana Pacers (44-34) Sunday. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Series tied 1-1

The standings of the Eastern Conference are tight and teams are trying to avoid the play-in games. The Pacers and Heat are 2 of those teams.

With just a week to go in the regular season, this is a must-win game for both teams. The winner would not only be a game up in the standings, but also hold the tie breaker, making it an essentially 2-game lead.

Both are coming off wins on Friday night. The Pacers beat an injured Oklahoma City Thunder squad 126-112 while the Heat won against the Rockets in Houston 119-104.

Heat at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Pacers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +1.5 (-110) | Pacers -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Pacers key injuries

Heat

F Josh Richardson (shoulder) out

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (back) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out
C Jalen Smith (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Heat at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 115, Pacers 104

Moneyline

Both teams have been tough underdogs this season so since the books are favoring Indiana, it puts them in a tough spot.

First, the Pacers are 10th in the East in win percentage as a home favorite (16-11). And the Heat are just below the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference in road record at 23-16.

Finally, coming off a win the Pacers are just 20-23 this season while the Heat are a much better 23-19.

LEAN MIAMI -105.

Against the spread

Miami has the 3rd-best record ATS as a road underdog (15-9). But if you like the value of taking them straight up then you don’t need to add this bet.

PASS.

Over/Under

While the Heat are on a 5-game Over streak right now, on the road this season they are 27-12 toward the Under. And, after a win both teams trend toward the Under. Miami is 28-14 and Indiana is 25-18.

BET UNDER 227.5 (-105).

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Valero Texas Open Betting Promos | Grab $3800+ in Bonuses at Best PGA Betting Sites

The best Valero Texas Open betting promos deliver bonus bets, huge first-bet offers and more for new customers. Register now and bet today on PGA Tour odds!

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We’re just one week away from The Masters. But before it’s time to bask in the tradition unlike any other, how about celebrating a PGA Tour event that’s older than The Masters? The tour’s top pros are in San Antonio this week for the Valero Texas Open, which began in 1922. Before you place a bet on the PGA Tour’s third-oldest event, you should check out some Valero Texas Open betting promos available at the top golf betting sites.

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BetMGM Bonus Code SBWIRE for Valero Texas Open Betting

The biggest number among these Valero Texas Open betting promos and bonuses is the offer from BetMGM. When you start a BetMGM account with the BetMGM bonus code SBWIRE, you’re guaranteed a protected first bet up to $1,500. Here’s what this means: If your first bet doesn’t win, then BetMGM gives you a mulligan by sending the amount of your bet back to your account as bonus bets.

How many bonus bets? If your first bet was for $50 or more, you’ll receive five — each of them worth 20% of your original wager. If you bet less than $50, then you’ll get one bonus bet that matches your original wager. You’ll have seven days to play your bonus bet(s), and like all the other sportsbook promo codes in this article, there is just a 1X playthrough requirement.

For golf bettors in North Carolina looking to legally wager on the Valero Texas Open, you can sign up with the BetMGM North Carolina bonus code right now and land a Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets deal!

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Caesars Sportsbook Valero Texas Open Betting Promo Code

When you sign up with Caesars Sportsbook promo code SBWIRE1000, your reward is a first bet up to $1,000 “on Caesars.” Much like with BetMGM, it means that if your first goes in the water, Caesars Sportsbook sends the full amount back to you as one bet credit, up to a maximum of $1,000.

You’ll have 14 days to use that credit on any of the 20 sports you’ll find on the Caesars Sportsbook app — one of the industry’s top sports betting apps.

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bet365 Valero Texas Open Betting Promo Code

The folks at bet365 are giving you a choice between two great offers as their Valero Texas Open betting promos. Sign up with bet365 bonus code SBKWIRE, you can enjoy either $150 in bonus bets (after placing a $5 first bet) or a First Bet Safety Net up to $1,000.

With the bonus bets offer, you get the $150 in bonus bets as soon as you make a $5 first bet on the Valero Texas Open or any other market this week. With the First Bet Safety Net, bet365 protects your first bet when it’s anywhere from $10 to $1,000. If it loses, bet365 returns the amount of your first wager as bonus bets. You have seven days to utilize your bonus bets. Any bonus bet needs to win once for you to pocket the profit in cash.

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DraftKings Valero Texas Open Betting Promo Code

When you set up an account with the DraftKings promo code, you’ll be handed $150 in bonus bets just for making a $5 first bet. Any bet. Any odds. Sportsbook promo codes don’t come much simpler than this one.

Plunk down a $5 first bet on golf or any other sport and DraftKings puts six $25 bonus bets in your account. You’ll have seven days to play them — and you can spread them around on the Final Four or MLB or UFC or the NBA or you can focus them on The Masters if you like..

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FanDuel Promo Code for Valero Texas Open Betting

We should have told you earlier: You’re allowed to sign up for as many of these Valero Texas Open betting promos as you want. That includes FanDuel’s offer, which provides $200 in bonus bets once you sign up for an account with the FanDuel promo code and place a $5 first bet that wins. The best way to win your $5 first bet is by finding a moneyline bet on FanDuel’s site that features big odds. Check the soccer, UFC and tennis tabs for the latest odds.

If your $5 first bet wins, then the $200 in bonus bets will get to your account within 72 hours. Once it’s there, you’ll have seven days to use that $200 — and FanDuel lets you spread that $200 across as many bonus bets as you want.

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Use Best Valero Texas Open Betting Promos to Wager on PGA Tour Odds

If the Valero Texas Open plays out similar to last week’s Houston Open and the Valspar Championship the week before, then we’re destined for a spectacular finish that delivers an unlikely champion who’s giddy to accept the automatic invitation to The Masters and other major tournaments.

Last week’s champion was Stephan Jaeger, who picked up his first PGA Tour win. Jaeger planned to play this week at TPC San Antonio, but he withdrew after winning by 1 shot over Scottie Scheffler and several others.

While Scheffler is skipping this week to prepare for Augusta National, the Valero Texas Open features several big names: McIlroy, Matt Fitzpatrick, Jordan Spieth, Max Homa, Ludvig Aberg, Collin Morikawa, Brian Harman and Hideki Matsuyama. They, along with defending champion Corey Conners and many more, will be battling for the $9.2 million purse.

It will make for some incredible betting, but before you plunk down any wagers, grab a few of these Valero Texas Open betting promos today.

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Arizona Diamondbacks at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Arizona Diamondbacks at Atlanta Braves odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks (4-5) hope to avoid a 3-game sweep as they take on the Atlanta Braves (5-2) Sunday. First pitch is scheduled for 1:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Diamondbacks vs. Braves odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 2-0

Arizona shot out to 6-0 lead in the 1st inning against Braves SP Max Fried on Saturday, but blew it and lost 9-8 as a +177 road underdog. The D-backs have lost 4 of 5 after starting the season 3-1.

Braves 3B Austin Riley had 3 hits and delivered the go-ahead single in the 8th inning while DH Marcell Ozuna went 3 for 5 with a 2B, HR and 4 RBI. The 33-year-old leads Atlanta with 4 HRs and 10 and RBIs.

Diamondbacks at Braves projected starters

RHP Ryne Nelson vs. LHP Chris Sale

Nelson (0-1, 13.50 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 3.38 WHIP, 13.50 BB/9 and 6.75 K/9 in 2.2 IP.

Had a 2.66 ERA in 20.1 IP in spring training
Just 43 of his 76 pitches in his 1st start vs. the New York Yankees landed in the strike zone
Career vs. Braves: 1-1, 3.86 ERA (11.2 IP, 5 ER 2 HR 5 BB 5 Ks in 2 starts)

Sale (0-0, 3.38 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 1.31 WHIP, 3.38 BB/9 and 11.81 K/9 in 5.1 IP.

The 35-year-old proved he can still throw heat in his 1st start as he struck out 7 vs. the Philadelphia Phillies
Faced Arizona last season as a member of the Boston Red Sox, earning the win as he allowed just 1 ER, 4 H in 5 IP with 3 K

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Diamondbacks at Braves odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Diamondbacks +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Braves -215 (bet $215 to win $100)
Run line (RL): Diamondbacks +1.5 (-110) | Braves -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Diamondbacks at Braves picks and predictions

Prediction

Atlanta 6, Arizona 5

Moneyline

PASS.

Too much juice to lay on the Braves by themselves. Nonetheless, if you believe Philadelphia wins once again on the road in Washington as I do, pairing Atlanta ML with the Phillies (-158) pays out roughly +140.

Run line

BET ARIZONA +1.5 (-110).

The D-backs have lost 3 straight 1-run games and I expect it will be 4 after they are swept in Atlanta. However, this is still the defending NL Champions getting a run and a half at close to even money so I will take my chances rather than laying a run and a half on the home team.

Over/Under

BET OVER 9 (-115).

Since June 4 of last season, 5 of the 6 games played between these teams have gone Over, with the last 5 being played at Truist Park. Each lineup features so many heavy hitters: Arizona 2B Ketel Marte has homered in 3 straight games while 2023 NL MVP Ronald Acuna Jr. and 1B Matt Olson each have OBPs over .350 just to name a few.

According to Arizona manager Torey Lovullo, Nelson was leaving his secondary pitches over the plate in his 1st outing on April 1. That could be a recipe for disaster against these dangerous Atlanta bats, especially at Truist Park, which calculates out as the 6th-most favorable ballpark for runs.

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Iowa-South Carolina Betting Promos & Bonuses | Best Caitlin Clark Props, Odds & More

The best Iowa-South Carolina betting promos deliver up to $3,850 in bonus bets and first-bet protection. Get yours now for the women’s national championship game.

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Caitlin Clark, the most recognizable name in the women’s college basketball, leads the Iowa Hawkeyes on Sunday against the best team in women’s college hoops all season – unbeaten South Carolina. If you want to bet on the women’s national championship odds, including Caitlin Clark prop bets, sign up now for these Iowa-South Carolina betting promos and bonuses.

South Carolina is a 6.5-point favorite, and we’ll talk about a few Caitlin Clark prop bets and odds available for bettors in a second. These two teams met in last year’s Final Four, and the Hawkeyes ended South Carolina’s unbeaten season then before losing to LSU in the 2023 title game.

These Iowa-South Carolina betting promos for the women’s national championship can earn you thousands in first-bet and bonus offers when you sign up with the best online sportsbooks, including BetMGM and Caesars. So, let’s take a look at the offers before wrapping up with a few thoughts on what to look for when you’re betting on Iowa-South Carolina.

Best Iowa-South Carolina Betting Promos on Top March Madness Betting Sites

March Madness Betting Promos	March Madness Betting Promo Codes	March Madness Betting Bonus Offer
📱 BetMGM Bonus Code	✔️ SBWIRE	🤑 Up to $1500 in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Loses
📱 Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code	✔️ SBWIRE1000	🤑 First-Bet Offer Up to $1,000 on Caesars
📱 bet365 Bonus Code	✔️ SBKWIRE	🤑 Bet $5, Get $150 or First Bet Safety Net up to $1,000
📱 DraftKings Promo Code	✔️ CLICK HERE	🤑 Bet $5, Get $150 Instantly
📱 FanDuel Promo Code	✔️ CLICK HERE	🤑 Bet $5, Get $200 if You Win

Note: Bettors in the Tar Heel State can now access special North Carolina sportsbook promos as North Carolina sports betting launched on March 11.

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BetMGM March Madness Betting Promos: $1,500 First-Bet Offer

BetMGM has saved its biggest offer of the year for March Madness betting. When you start a BetMGM account with the BetMGM bonus code SBWIRE, you earn a protected first bet up to $1,500.

What do these words mean? They mean that BetMGM will have your back on your first bet provided you wager anywhere from $10 to $1,500. Of course, you get to choose the amount. If your first bet wins, you’re rich and happy. But if your first bet loses, BetMGM returns the amount of that bet to your account in the form of bonus bets.

If you wagered $50 or more, then you’ll receive five bonus bets — each worth 20% of your first wager. If you wagered less than $50, then you’ll get one bonus bet equal to the amount of your first wager.

To turn a bonus bet into cash, understand that the BetMGM bonus code SBWIRE – like the best Iowa-South Carolina betting promos mentioned in this story – boasts a 1X playthrough requirement. This means a bonus bet needs to be played (and won) just once for you to collect all the profit in cash.

Tar Heel State bettors can sign up with the BetMGM North Carolina bonus code right now and land a Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets deal!

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Caesars Sportsbook March Madness Betting Promo: $1,000 First Bet on Caesars

Caesars Sportsbook always has believed in high limits and protected first bets — so why change for the NCAA Tournament? When you register for a Caesars Sportsbook account with the Caesars Sportsbook promo code SBWIRE1000, you receive a first bet up to $1,000 on Caesars.

Love to see those words “on Caesars.” They confirm Caesars Sportsbook will protect your first bet when it’s anywhere from $10 to $1,000. If you win, then celebrate your $$$$. If your first bet is an airball, don’t worry. Caesars Sportsbook rebounds your miss and sends your first bet back to your account as one bet credit.

You get 14 days to play this bet credit and it needs to win just once for you to capture the profit in cash.

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bet365 March Madness Betting Bonus: Choose Your Offer!

Just like you get to choose which teams to bet on, bet365 allows you to choose which welcome offer you prefer. When you launch a bet365 account with the bet365 bonus code SBWIRE, you decide whether to claim $150 in bonus bets (just for placing a $5 first bet) or grab a First Bet Safety Net opportunity up to $1,000.

With the first choice, you simply make a $5 first bet on any game – or on any other event – and bet365 sends you $150 in bonus bets immediately. With the second choice, you place a first bet anywhere from $10 to $1,000 with the knowledge that bet365 will return the amount of your first bet to your account if it loses. It will come back to you as bonus bets.

Both choices give you seven days to play your bonus bets. Each time a bonus bet wins, you pocket the profit in cash.

Bettors in North Carolina can use the bet365 North Carolina bonus code for SBWIRENC for an exciting welcome offer.

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DraftKings March Madness Betting Promo: Bet $5, Get $150

We should have told you sooner: You are absolutely welcome to take advantage of as many of these Iowa-South Carolina betting promos as you want. If you like all five, then sign up for all five.

When you start a DraftKings account with the DraftKings promo code, you receive $150 in bonus bets just for making a $5 first bet.

DraftKings sends you six $25 bonus bets the moment you plunk down that $5 first bet. You’ll have seven days to play these bets, so they’ll be there for you for the Final Four, too.

Whenever you win a bonus bet, you win cash.

Bettors in the Tar Heel State can now use the DraftKings North Carolina promo code to claim a Bet $5, Get $250 in Bonus Bets offer.

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FanDuel Promo for March Madness: Bet $5, Win $200

FanDuel created a special offer that has begun just in time for March Madness betting. When you set up a FanDuel account with the FanDuel promo code, you’ll earn $200 in bonus bets once you place a $5 first bet that wins.

To get that win, we suggest scouring the FanDuel app — one of the nation’s easiest-to-use sports betting apps — and find a moneyline wager where one side boasts extremely high odds to win.

Once you win that $5 first bet, your $200 in bonus bets will show up within 72 hours. Once it’s there, you get seven days to play it — and FanDuel’s flexibility allows you to split up that $200 into as many bonus bets as you want. Each time a bonus bet wins, you the profit is yours in cash.

The FanDuel North Carolina promo code gives first-time bettors in that state an exclusive Bet $5, Get $250 in Bonus Bets welcome offer.

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Best Caitlin Clark Prop Bets for the Women National Championship Game

Caitlin Clark Total Points: The over/under has been set at 31.5, just below her season average. Given that the O/U on the game is set at 160.5, it seems like that number is definitely play – assuming she shoots better from 3-point range than she did on Friday night. She was 0-6 from deep in the first half (3-11 in game), hit just 7 of 18 shots overall and still ended up 21 points.

Caitlin Clark Made 3-Pointers: The over under on this Caitlin Clark prop get is 5.5. She failed to top that number on Friday night and had only once bested it in the NCAA Tournament – against LSU. She has gone over that number 15 times this season and under 23 times.

Caitlin Clark Rebounds: The over/under is set at 7.5 for Clark, putting her even with Kate Martin to lead the Hawkeyes. She went over that number (9) against UConn and averaged 7.3 a game this season.

Caitlin Clark Assists: The total here is 9.5, just above her season average of 9.0. She had seven assists against UConn but went over that total in five of her last six games.

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