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Miami Heat at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Miami Heat at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Miami Heat (13-12) take on the Orlando Magic (17-12) Saturday. Tip-off from Kia Center is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Heat vs. Magic odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Orlando leads 1-0

Miami suffered a 104-97 loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder Friday while failing to cover as a 1-point underdog. The Heat turned the ball over 19 times and were outrebounded 48-41. Miami has lost back-to-back games after a 4-game winning streak Dec. 4-12.

Orlando lost 105-99 vs. the visiting Thunder Thursday as a 6-point underdog. The Magic trailed by 19 points at halftime, but stormed back to keep things close in the second half. The Magic continue to skid — they’ve lost 3 straight — thanks to injuries to F Paolo Banchero and F Franz Wagner.

Heat at Magic 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 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Magic -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +3.5 (-115) | Magic -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 207.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Magic key injuries

Heat

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

None

Magic

F Paolo Banchero (oblique) out
G Gary Harris (hamstring) questionable
G Jalen Suggs (ankle) probable
F Franz Wagner (oblique) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Heat at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 106, Magic 100

Moneyline

PASS.

I like the Heat to pick up the win here against this injured Magic team. However, the spread is more likely to cash, and I am not a fan of doubling down on a team’s ML and its spread.

I recommend passing here, but if you are okay with doubling down, then you can divvy up units between the ML and spread.

Against the spread

BET HEAT +3.5 (-115).

Miami has covered the spread in 4 of the last 6 meetings between these teams.

The Heat have started to turn things around after getting out to a slow start this season, and with Banchero and Wagner out, the Heat are the much safer bet here.

Be aware that this bet does come with a slight amount of risk, as the Magic have been the better team ATS this season.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 207.5 (-110).

The Under has hit in back-to-back games for Orlando and is 16-13 for the Magic this season. For Miami, the Under is 2-1 in its last 3 games.

With Orlando missing its 2 best offensive players, the Under is the safer bet here.

This is a lean because the O/U numbers have been very even for both squads recently.

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Oklahoma City Thunder (21-6) are on the road Friday to face the Miami Heat (13-11). Tip-off from Kaseya Center is at 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Thunder vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Thunder won 2-0 last season

After having a 5-game winning streak snapped on Tuesday with a 97-81 loss in the NBA Cup final to the Milwaukee Bucks, the Thunder bounced back Thursday night for a 105-99 road win over the Orlando Magic as 6-point favorites, resulting in a push.

The Heat have not played since Monday when they lost 125-124 on the road to the Detroit Pistons as 5-point favorites. The loss snapped a 4-game winning streak.

Thunder at Heat 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 10:46 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Heat -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +1.5 (-120) | Heat -1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Thunder at Heat key injuries

Thunder

(Not yet submitted – below was for Thursday’s game)

C Chet Holmgren (hip) out
F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out

Heat

F Nikola Jovic (ankle) questionable
G Pelle Larsson (ankle) questionable
G Josh Richardson (heel) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Thunder at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 108, Heat 105

Moneyline

The Heat are 5-0 when they have a rest advantage like Friday’s game. The Thunder are 4-0 on games with no rest like this one. They are 5-2 with a rest advantage.

The Thunder are 10-3 on the road. Miami is 8-4 this season at home. They have not allowed an opponent to score 100 points in their last 3 games.

I give the Thunder the edge, but since they haven’t had a 1-point win this season, you should look to see if you get better odds with the spread. Until the line shift this morning, that was the case.

There is nothing wrong with betting the Thunder to win at -105 odds and you eliminate the small possibility of a 1-point loss in which they don’t cover.

BET THUNDER (-105).

Against the spread

With only a 1.5-point spread, you get slightly worse odds at -120 on the Thunder, who have not had a 1-point victory or loss this season and have only had 2 ATS losses in their outright wins this season (along with 3 pushes).

The Heat have covered the spread only once in a loss this season.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Thunder’s last 3 games have not even reached 210 total points while the Heat’s last 5 games have all had more than 216 total points.

The Thunder only allow 103.1 points per game, tops in the league.

BET UNDER 216.5 (-110).

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Miami Heat at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Miami Heat at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Pistons (10-16) welcome the Miami Heat (13-10) to Little Caesars Arena Monday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Heat vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1; Heat won 106-98 at home on Oct. 28 while Pistons won 123-121 in OT at home on Nov. 12.

The Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 114-104 Thursday, closing as a 10.5-point home favorite. They were led by G Tyler Herro, who scored 23 points and dropped 4 triples. Miami has rattled off 4 straight wins going 3-1 against the spread (ATS). It is 11-12 ATS on the season.

The Pistons lost to the Boston Celtics 123-99 Thursday, closing as an 11.5-point road underdog. F Ron Holland III had a team-high 26 points. Detroit has struggled over the last two weeks, losing 4 of its last 5 games. It is 2-3 ATS in those and 12-13-1 ATS on the season.

Heat 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 Sunday at 10:01 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Pistons +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat -3.5 (-115) | Pistons +3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Pistons key injuries

Heat

None

Pistons

F Tobias Harris (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Heat at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 114, Pistons 107

Moneyline

PASS.

The Heat (-175) are the better side here and have won 4 straight games. Expect them to keep that streak alive, but they are simply too expensive to play on the moneyline here.

Against the spread

BET HEAT -3.5 (-115).

Miami has rewarded bettors as of late, covering in 3 of its last 4 games. It has scored at least 114 points in each of those games. It has allowed 113 or fewer points in 5 straight games as well, returning to its roots as a strong, defensive-minded side.

Detroit, which has shown flashes during the season, has hit a major slump and is 1-4 over its last 5 contests and 3-8 ATS over its last 11 games. It is 0-4 ATS in its last 4 home games.

Take HEAT -3.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 218.5 (-110).

The Heat are 3-1 O/U in their last 4 games and 5-2 O/U in their last 7. They have scored 121 points or more in 4 of those games as well.

The Pistons, who are just 12-14 O/U on the season, have gone Over in 5 of their last 7 games, allowing at least 123 points in 3 of their last 4 outings. Detroit’s offense has been stronger as of late, scoring at least 120 points twice in its last 3 games.

Considering those trends, play OVER 218.5 (-110).

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Toronto Raptors at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Toronto Raptors at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Raptors (7-18) visit the Miami Heat (12-10) on Thursday. Tip from Kaseya Center is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Raptors vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1; Heat won 121-111 at home on Nov. 29 while Raptors won 119-116 at home on Dec. 1

Toronto has lost 3 games in a row after falling 113-108 against the New York Knicks on Monday while covering as a 7.5-point home underdog. G RJ Barrett scored a game-high 30 points as the Raptors shot 44.8% from the field.

The Heat have won 3 games in a row after taking down the Cleveland Cavaliers 122-113 on Sunday as 2.5-point home underdogs. G Tyler Herro led all scorers with 34 points while 6 Miami players scored in double figures.

Raptors at Heat 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 10:51 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Raptors +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Heat -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raptors +10.5 (-110) | Heat -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Raptors at Heat key injuries

Raptors

F Scottie Barnes (ankle) out
F Bruce Brown (reconditioning) out
G Immanuel Quickly (elbow) out

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (knee) probable
G Pelle Larsson (ankle) doubtful
G Josh Richardson (heel) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Raptors at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 115, Raptors 107

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Heat (-500) to win on Thursday against a Raptors (+375) team that is 1-11 on the road.

Against the spread

LEAN RAPTORS +10.5 (-110).

As much as the Raptors have struggled, they have been solid against the spread. They are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games and 17-8 ATS overall. Even dealing with injuries, Toronto has battled, which will keep it within the range of covering.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 224.5 (-110).

Toronto has hit the Under in 7 of its last 10 games, including 3 of its last 4 and 3 of its last 4 on the road. Miami has limited its opponents to 111 or fewer points in 3 of its last 4 games and 7 of its last 10.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Cleveland Cavaliers (21-3) and Miami Heat (11-10) meet Sunday at Kaseya Center in Miami. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Cavaliers vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Heat won 3-1 in 2023-24

The Cavaliers picked up a 116-102 win over the Hornets Saturday afternoon in Charlotte, narrowly covering as a 13.5-point favorite at most shops as the Over (217.5) cashed. Cavs F Evan Mobley posted a career-high 41 points, hitting 16-of-23 from the field, including 6-of-8 from downtown, while adding 10 rebounds, 3 assists and a blocked shot.

Cleveland has scored at least 115 points in winning 4 in a row since losing a home-and-home with the Atlanta Hawks.

The Heat topped the Phoenix Suns 121-111 Saturday as a 5.5-point favorite as the Over (224) cashed, Miami’s second straight win and cover. In fact, the Heat have won 3 in a row at home, while going 5-1 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) in the previous 6 contests. The Over is 4-1 in the past 5 home outings, too.

Miami won 3 of 4 meetings last season, and the Over cashed in each of the games it won. Cleveland’s only win in the series came in South Florida on Dec. 8, 2023, winning 111-99 as a 1.5-point favorite as the Under (223) hit.

Cavaliers at Heat 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 6:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Heat +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread: Cavaliers -3.5 (-105) | Heat +3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Cavaliers at Heat key injuries

Cavaliers

(not yet submitted – below was for Saturday’s game)

G Isaac Okoro (knee) questionable
G Craig Porter Jr. (illness) questionable
F Max Strus (ankle) out

Heat

(not yet submitted – below was for Friday’s game)

G Pelle Larsson (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Cavaliers at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 116, Heat 111

Moneyline

Backing the Cavaliers (-155) is OK if you’re a very conservative bettor concerned about laying the points on a team playing a second straight game on the road in 2 days.

However, Cleveland is 4-0 SU and 3-1 ATS in 4 games this season when playing on no rest.

While the Heat (+135) have been better at home lately, they’re a single game under .500, and as such, they’re a bit more erratic.

Against the spread

The CAVALIERS -3.5 (-105) are worth playing lightly, as they have covered 3 of the past 4 outings when playing the second end of a back-to-back.

While the Heat +3.5 (-115) are 5-1 ATS in the past 6 home games, they’re just 3-4 ATS in the past 7 games since Nov. 26.

Cleveland has been a much better team on the whole, and despite Miami having its way with the Cavs last season, bet the road side.

Over/Under

OVER 223.5 (-115) is worth a look in this twilight battle Sunday.

The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games for the Heat, including 3 in a row at home. The Over is also 4-1 in the past 5 for the Heat at Kaseya Center.

The Cavs have cashed high in each of the past 2 outings, while going 8-4 across the past 12 contests.

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Phoenix Suns at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Phoenix Suns at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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

Season series: Suns lead 1-0

The Suns are coming off a 126-124 road loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Thursday as 1-point underdogs. The loss snapped a small 2-game win streak.

The Heat snapped a 2-game losing streak Wednesday, blowing out the Los Angeles Lakers 134-93, covering the 3.5-point spread.

Suns at Heat 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 12:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Heat -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns +5.5 (-105) | Heat -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Suns at Heat key injuries

Suns

F Kevin Durant (ankle) out
C Jusuf Nurkic (thigh) out

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (knee) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Suns at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 114, Heat 110

Moneyline

The Suns are 1-7 this season when Durant doesn’t play, but 5 of those losses were also when G Bradley Beal was out. Beal will be in the lineup. The Suns are 1-2 when Beal plays and Durant does not. They are 4-5 on the road, but Miami hasn’t exactly been dominant at home, going 5-4 there.

The Suns have scored 113 or more in 5 of their last 6 games.

BET SUNS (+190).

Against the spread

Neither team is a reliable ATS bet. The Suns are 8-13 ATS, while the Heat are 9-11 ATS. Seven of the Suns’ covers are outright wins.

PASS.

Over/Under

Their first meeting had 227 total points. Three of the last 4 for Miami have surpassed Saturday’s projection, while 4 of the last 6 for Phoenix have also surpassed it.

BET OVER 222.5 (-105).

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Los Angeles Lakers at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Lakers (12-9) take on the Miami Heat (9-10) on the road Wednesday. Tip-off from Kaseya Center is at 7:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Lakers vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Heat won 2-0 last season

The Lakers have been sputtering a bit, losing 5 of their last 7 games. They are coming off a 109-80 road loss on Monday to the Minnesota Timberwolves, failing to cover the 7.5-point spread as underdogs. The Under (219) cashed.

The Heat have dropped 2 in a row and 3 of 5. They return home after a 2-game road trip that ended Monday with a 108-89 loss to the Boston Celtics as 9.5-point underdogs. The Under (220) cashed.

Lakers at Heat 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 9:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Heat -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +2.5 (-115) | Heat -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Lakers at Heat key injuries

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
C Jaxson Hayes (knee) out
G Jalen Hood-Schifino (groin) questionable
G Bronny James (heel) out
G Austin Reaves (pelvis) questionable
F Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) out
F Christian Wood (knee) out

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (knee) questionable
F Nikola Jovic (ankle) out
F Kevin Love (back) questionable
G Josh Richardson (head) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Lakers at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 108, Lakers 103

Moneyline

The Lakers have not won in Miami since 2020. They are 5-6 on the road this season, but the Heat are only 4-4 at home so far.

The Lakers have allowed only 103.8 points per game in their last 4 after 4 straight games allowing 118 points or more.

The Heat have been held under 100 points twice in the last 4 games.

But the big stat is this — the Lakers are 1-6 as underdogs this season while Miami is 7-5 as the favorite.

And with a small 2.5-point spread, the -105 odds to cover are better than the moneyline.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Heat are only 5-7 ATS as favorites this season, but the Lakers are 2-5 ATS as the underdog.

Miami has covered the spread in 7 of 9 of their wins this season.

BET HEAT -2.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Both meetings last season did not reach 216 total points.

The Lakers’ last 3 games have not had totals above 215. Three of the last 5 for Miami have not.

BET UNDER 215.5 (-105).

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Miami Heat at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Miami Heat at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (16-4) welcome the Miami Heat (16-4) to TD Garden Monday. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Heat vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Celtics won 3-0 in ’23-24 regular season and 4-1 in first round of playoffs

Miami snapped a 2-game winning streak with a 119-116 loss as a 4.5-point favorite at the Toronto Raptors Sunday. G Tyler Herro scored a team-high 31 points while C Bam Adebayo (13 points, 20 rebounds) had a double-double.

Boston snapped a 7-game winning streak with a 115-111 loss as a 1.5-point underdog at the Cleveland Cavaliers Sunday. F Jayson Tatum had a team-high 33 points and was 1 of 3 Celtics players who scored 21 or more.

Heat at Celtics 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 10:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Celtics -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +10.5 (-115) | Celtics -10.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Celtics key injuries

Heat

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

None

Celtics

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

G Jaylen Brown (illness) out
G Derrick White (foot) out

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Heat at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 116, Heat 109

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Celtics (-500), who are 7-2 at home this season.

Against the spread

BET HEAT +10.5 (-115).

Boston has failed to cover the spread in 6 of its last 7 games, including 4 of its last 5 at home and 3 of its last 4 as a double-digit favorite.

Three of Miami’s last 4 losses have been by 3 or fewer points, while it has covered as an underdog in 2 of its last 3.

Over/Under

BET OVER 220.5 (-110).

This number is a little low considering Boston is 3rd in offensive efficiency this season.

The Celtics have hit the Over in 2 of their last 3 games. They’ve scored 111 or more points in 8 of their last 10 games, including 120 or more in 5 of their last 8.

The Heat have hit the Over in back-to-back games and scored 116 or more points in 5 of their last 9.

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Toronto Raptors at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Toronto Raptors at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Miami Heat (8-8) welcome the Toronto Raptors (5-14) to the Kaseya Center Friday for NBA Cup group play. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Raptors vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

The Raptors beat the New Orleans Pelicans 119-93 Wednesday, closing as a 1.5-point road underdog. They were led by F Ochai Agbaji, who scored 24 points on 9-for-10 shooting. Toronto is 3-3 over its last 6 games but is 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in those. It is 13-6 ATS on the season.

The Heat beat the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 Wednesday, closing as a 4.5-point road favorite. G Tyler Herro led the charge for Miami, scoring 27 points. The Heat have won 3 of their last 4 games, going 2-2 ATS. They are just 2-5 ATS at home and 7-9 ATS on the season.

Raptors at Heat 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 10:06 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Raptors +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Heat -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raptors +7.5 (-105) | Heat -7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 219.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Raptors at Heat key injuries

Raptors

G Bruce Brown (reconditioning) out
G Gradey Dick (calf) out
G Kelly Olynyk (lumbar) out
G Immanuel Quickley (elbow) out

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (back) probable
G Duncan Robinson (glute) probable
G Terry Rozier (foot) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Raptors at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 108, Raptors 105

Moneyline

PASS.

While the Raptors (+260) could have value here, they are better played on the spread, and the Heat (-350) are just too expensive to play considering how they’ve performed over the last few weeks.

Avoid a moneyline wager.

Against the spread

BET RAPTORS +7.5 (-105).

The Raptors have been on fire for bettors and have found their rhythm offensively. They are 5-1 ATS over their last 6 games and have scored at least 108 points in 5 of those. Toronto should score enough to keep this game close.

The Heat are 2-3 ATS in their last 5 games and are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games as a favorite. Miami has scored 106 or fewer points in 3 of its last 4 games. Considering those trends, back RAPTORS +7.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 219.5 (-115).

The Heat, who have been known for their defense over the last few seasons, are 1-3 O/U in their last 4 games and 8-8 O/U on the season. They have allowed 106 or fewer points in 2 straight and in 3 of their last 4 games.

The Raptors are 9-10 O/U, but have hit the Under in 4 straight games. Toronto has allowed 105 or fewer points 3 times in its last 4 games. Given the strength of both defenses, take UNDER 219.5 (-115).

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Miami Heat at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Miami Heat at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Charlotte Hornets (6-11) welcome the Miami Heat (7-8) to the Spectrum Center Wednesday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Heat vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Heat lead 1-0 with 114-106 win in Charlotte on Oct. 25

The Heat lost to the Milwaukee Bucks 106-103 Tuesday, closing as a 5.5-point home favorite. They were led by F Jimmy Butler, who notched 23 points on 6-for-12 shooting. Miami has won 4 of its last 7 games and is 4-3 against the spread (ATS) in those. It is 7-8 ATS on the season.

The Hornets lost to the Orlando Magic 95-84 Monday, closing as a 5-point home underdog. They were led by G LaMelo Ball, who tallied a game-high 44 points on 17-for-30 shooting. Charlotte has lost 4 of its last 5 games and 6 of its last 8. It is 5-3 ATS in those eight and 10-7 ATS on the season.

Heat 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 Tuesday at 11:51 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Hornets +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat -3.5 (-110) | Hornets +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Heat at Hornets key injuries

Heat

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

G Terry Rozier (foot) available

Hornets

F Miles Bridges (knee) out
C Nick Richards (rib) out
F Grant Williams (ACL) out
C Mark Williams (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Heat at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 111, Hornets 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Hornets (+135) haven’t won consistently enough to back here, but they have covered at a high rate. Similarly, the Heat (-160) are too pricey to take here given their struggles this season.

Avoid this play and look to the spread for value.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +3.5 (-110).

The Hornets are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 games and 5-4 ATS at home. Charlotte struggled offensively Monday, but had scored at least 114 points in its 5 games prior. It should be able to bounce back at home.

The Heat have tallied 110 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4 games. While their focal point has been the other end of the court over the last few years, they have allowed at least 111 points in 4 of their last 6. Miami is 2-3 ATS in its last 5 road games.

With those trends in mind, take HORNETS +3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 218.5 (-105).

The Heat are 4-2 O/U in their last 6 games and 6-3 O/U in their last 9. Miami has scored at least 110 points in 6 of those 9 games as well.

Charlotte has gone Over in 5 of its last 6 games. It has been awful defensively, allowing at least 114 points in 5 of those 6 contests. Given how the Hornets have played lately, assume more points will be scored and BACK OVER 218.5 (-105).

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