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How to bet Heat-Wizards with Tyler Herro (knee) missing from action

Who needs a Herro? Not Miami. Not against the lowly Washington Wizards.

Tyler Herro has been lighting it up lately for the Miami Heat.

The Sixth Man of the Year candidate (-1205) has 19 points, 24 points and 18 points in his last three games, respectively, and is a major reason why the Heat (34-20) are leading the Eastern Conference.

They just won’t have Herro to rely on against the Washington Wizards on Monday night. Miami (-6.5) announced the shooting guard would miss the contest to rest a knee that’s been ailing him.

No matter, the Heat should be able to make quick work of an imploding Wizards club with or without the Kentucky product. And bettors should be ready to pounce.

 

Even without Herro, there’s no question the Heat should be able to take care of Washington with ease.

Miami won two of their first three matchups against the Wiz this season with their last meeting on Dec. 28 ending in a 119-112 victory. Washington did earn the win in their previous matchup, 103-100, but before then it was the Heat running away with a 112-97 win in November.

Add the fact the Wiz has lost seven of their last eight games and it doesn’t look too good for the club representing The District.

Lay the points with ease and don’t look back.

If you’re interested in adding some props, however, Max Strus (who is also questionable) over 2.5 threes seems more than attainable if he plays. Same goes for Kyle Kuzma over 8.5 rebounds—the former Laker has been all over the boards when he faces Miami.

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Miami Heat at Washington Wizards odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Miami Heat at Washington Wizards sports betting odds, picks and best bets

The Miami Heat (40-23) will travel to the Capital One Arena to take on the Washington Wizards (23-39) on Sunday evening. Tip-off for this game is scheduled for 7 p.m. E.T. We analyze the Heat-Wizards sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Heat at Wizards: Key injuries

Heat:

  • SF Jae Crowder (jaw) out
  • C Myles Leonard (ankle) out
  • SG Tyler Herro (foot) out

Wizards:

  • PG Ish Smith (hamstring) out
  • PG John Wall (Achilles) out
  • SG Jerome Robinson (Achilles) questionable

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Heat at Wizards: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 12:15 p.m. E.T.

Prediction

Heat 118, Wizards 112

Moneyline (ML)

The HEAT (-209) are big road moneyline favorites over the Wizards (+170) on Sunday evening. Miami has won four of their last five games with their only loss coming against the Pelicans on Friday night. Meanwhile, Washington is in a bit of a slump as they have lost six of their last nine games. While this game could be close throughout, take the Heat to win at the Capital One Arena on Sunday.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The HEAT (-5.5) are two-basket favorites over the Wizards on Sunday afternoon. Despite being 40-23 on the season, the Heat have really struggled against the spread as of late, failing to cover in 10 of their last 14 games. Meanwhile, the Wizards have covered in five of their last seven games. But expect their luck to run out on Sunday as the Heat are the much more talented team. Take the Heat -5.5 versus the Wizards.

Over/Under (O/U)

The total for this Eastern Conference matchup is set at 231.5 points, which feels high despite how good these two offenses have been this season. The Wizards are averaging nearly 116 points per game this season, but also have the 30th-ranked defense in the NBA. The Heat are near average in both categories, which could slow down the scoring in this game. Expect a ton of scoring, but for the UNDER 231.5 (-110) to ultimately hit in Washington.

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