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Nets-Bulls odds: Chicago given home edge

Previewing Saturday’s Brooklyn Nets at Chicago Bulls sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Brooklyn Nets (4-7) visit the Chicago Bulls (4-8) Saturday at the United Center for a 6 p.m. ET start. We analyze the Nets-Bulls odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Nets at Bulls: Key injuries

Nets

  • PG Kyrie Irving (shoulder) questionable
  • SG Caris LeVert (thumb) out

Bulls

  • SF Otto Porter Jr. (foot) out
  • PF Cristiano Felicio (wrist) out

Nets at Bulls: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Bulls 115, Nets 112

Moneyline (ML)

The -139 line for the BULLS is not terrible given the uncertainty of Irving’s shoulder.

Can Chicago keep up with Brooklyn’s pace? The answer is yes and becomes a resounding yes depending on how Irving looks. Brooklyn cannot stop anyone defensively (119.5 points per game allowed) and has lost three straight games.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Bulls to win outright returns a profit of $7.19.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The slightly better play for this game is taking the BULLS with the -2.5 points at -106 odds. A Chicago cover here (win by three or more points) returns a greater profit of $9.43.

Chicago is 3-2 at home against the spread, but is 4.7 points off the projections due to an early 108-84 blowout home loss against the Toronto Raptors on Oct. 26. Since that game, Chicago has been above projections at home.

Over/Under (O/U)

Lean slightly to the UNDER 231.5 (-125). Watch the numbers here as it will all depend on the status of Irving. That being said, Chicago plays a little more stout on defense and can limit possessions somewhat. It could be enough to keep this game just under 230.

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Hawks-Clippers odds: Clips are huge favorites at home

Previewing Saturday’s Atlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Atlanta Hawks (4-7) travel to meet the Los Angeles Clippers (7-5) Saturday at 10:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Hawks-Clippers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Hawks at Clippers: Key injuries

Hawks: SF Chandler Parsons (knee) is expected to be a go. SG Evan Turner (Achilles) is questionable and SG Vince Carter (personal) is listed as out. SG Kevin Huerter (shoulder) will be sidelined at least another seven to 10 days, while PF John Collins remains suspended through Dec. 23.

Clippers: SF Kawhi Leonard (knee) is listed as questionable, as is PG Patrick Beverley (calf). If Kawhi is unable to play, that moves the needle on this game quite a bit. He is expected to be ready, but could be rested as a precaution. Be careful.

Hawks at Clippers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 9:55 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Clippers 121, Hawks 106

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. The Clippers (-715) are expected to take care of the Hawks, but if Leonard and Beverley were each unable to play, that makes this much less of a certainty. Even if they were to play, laying more than seven times your return is just not good gambling. It’s foolish.

New to sports betting? Every $1 wagered that Los Angeles wins profits $0.14 if the Bucks prevail. (Ex: Bet $10 to win $1.40, $20 to win $2.80, $71.50 to win $10).

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take the CLIPPERS (-9.5, –125), but wait a bit until shortly before tip-off. We’ll know a lot more about Kawhi’s status leading up to the game. If he were not to play, go lightly. If he is able to play, go a little heavier.

The Hawks are just 1-4 against the spread in the past five games overall, while the Clippers are 5-0 ATS across their past five. The Clips are 5-2 ATS in the last seven games overall, and 13-6 ATS in the past 19 against Southeast Division foes, too.

Over/under (O/U)

The TOTAL 227.5 is just too risky. This game should be right around the number if Leonard is able to play. If he doesn’t go, that’s a huge chunk of offense missing. It’s best to avoid the total in this one due to uncertainty.

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Bucks-Pacers odds: Milwaukee favored in Indy

Previewing Saturday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Milwaukee Bucks (8-3) travel to meet the Indiana Pacers (7-5) Saturday at 7:00 p.m. ET. We analyze the Bucks-Pacers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Bucks at Pacers: Key injuries

Bucks: SF Khris Middleton (thigh) will be sidelined until early December.

Pacers: SG Malcolm Brogdon (back) is listed as questionable to face his former team, while C Myles Turner (ankle) is also a question mark.

Bucks at Pacers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Bucks 113, Pacers 100

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. The Bucks (-228) are rather expensive, as you need to lay more than two times the money for a meager return.

New to sports betting? Every $1 wagered that Milwaukee wins profits $0.44 if the Bucks prevail. (Ex: Bet $10 to win $4.40, $20 to win $8.80, $22.80 to win $10).

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take the BUCKS (-4.5, –129) for this road battle, although you’ll be ‘bucking’ some trends. Milwaukee is just 3-7 against the spread in the past 10 road games, and 0-4 ATS in the past four games overall. They are 18-7-1 ATS in the past 26 games inside the Central Division.

The favorite is also 8-2 ATS in the past 10 meetings in this series. However, for the Pacers (+4.5, +105), they’re 0-6-1 ATS in the past seven against teams with a winning overall record, and 3-10 ATS in the last 13 games against teams with a winning percentage of .600 or better.

Over/under (O/U)

The UNDER 225.5 (+105) is a decent bargain, especially at plus-money. The Under has connected in five straight meetings in Indianapolis, and six of the past seven in this series. The Under is also 3-1-1 in the past five home games for the Pacers, too.

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Wizards-Timberwolves odds: Minnesota an easy favorite at home

Previewing Friday’s Washington Wizards at Minnesota Timberwolves sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Washington Wizards (2-7) visit the Minnesota Timberwolves (7-4) Friday at Target Center for an 8 p.m. ET start. We analyze the Wizards-Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Wizards at Timberwolves: Key injuries

Wizards

  • C Ian Mahinmi (Achilles) out

Timberwolves

  • PG Jeff Teague (illness) probable
  • PG Shabazz Napier (hamstring) doubtful
  • PF Jordan Bell (shoulder) questionable

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

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Timberwolves 123, Wizards 114

Moneyline (ML)

The -278 line for the home TIMBERWOLVES seems reasonable given that Minnesota is 3-2 at home and Washington is just 1-4 on the road.

Washington (+220) has an average scoring margin of minus-4.4 points per game and the Wizards just allowed 140 points to the Boston Celtics Wednesday night.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the TIMBERWOLVES to win outright returns a profit of $3.60. It’s chalky, but it’s better than trying to win with Washington.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The TIMBERWOLVES (-6.5, -115) is the play here. A Minnesota cover (win by seven or more points) returns a profit of $8.70.

Washington is 3-1-1 against the spread on the road and covers the spread by 3.8 points per game while Minnesota is 2-2-1 ATS at home and falls below the cover line by 2.2 points per contest. That is a bit concerning but Washington’s lack of defense eases that some. Take Minnesota and spot the points.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Over/Under is set at 236.5. With the way Washington is allowing points, take a slight risk and bet the OVER (-129) Friday night. Minnesota yields over 116.2 points per game on its own.

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Celtics-Warriors odds: Boston eyes 10-game win streak

Previewing Friday’s Boston Celtics at Golden State Warriors sports betting odds, with NBA matchup analysis and picks

The first-place Boston Celtics (9-1) visit the last-place Golden State Warriors (2-10), Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET at Chase Center. We analyze the Celtics-Warriors odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

The Celtics have won nine in a row since losing the season opener. PG Kemba Walker led the team in scoring in the last two wins, most recently dropping 25 points in a 140-133 home win over the Washington Wizards Wednesday.

The Warriors are on a five-game skid after suffering a 120-94 loss at the Los Angeles Lakers Wednesday in which they scored only 12 points in the fourth quarter.

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Celtics at Warriors: Key injuries

Celtics: SF Gordon Hayward (broken hand) is out, while PF Daniel Theis (finger) and C Robert Williams III (ankle) are game-time decisions.

Warriors: PG Stephen Curry (hand fracture), SG Damion Lee (hand fracture), SG Jacob Evans (groin), PF Kevon Looney (neuropathy), PF Alen Smailagic (ankle) and SG Klay Thompson (knee) are out.

Celtics at Warriors: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 8 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Celtics 119, Warriors 111

Moneyline (ML)

Boston (-358) will likely win, but the price is high – one has to wager $3.58 to profit $1 with a Celtics win.

The Celtics are 4-1 on the road; the Warriors are 1-5 at home.

With a scorer like PG D’Angelo Russell, the Warriors (+275) could pull an upset. Unlikely, but not impossible. Russell has averaged 34 points over the last four games, including a 52-point performance in an overtime loss at the Minnesota Timberwolves Nov. 8.

A big night from Russell, an off-night for the visiting Celtics and the Warriors could win bettors 2.75 to 1, but I’m going PASS.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Boston is favored at -7.5 (-106). Golden State is +7.5 (-115).

New to sports betting? Bet $10.60 to profit $10 that the Celtics win by eight or more points. Or bet $11.50 to profit $10 that the Warriors keep it within seven points in a loss or win outright.

Boston is 6-2-2 ATS, while Golden State is 4-8.

The line of 7.5 is just about right, so another PASS.

Over/under (O/U)

A slight lean to the OVER 226.5 (-106) – every $1.06 wagered profits $1 if the teams combine for 227 or more points. Boston is 5-5 O/U on the season and has played to three Overs in a row. Golden State is 8-4 O/U on the season, including going Over in five of its past six games.

The STRONGEST PLAY, however, is the 1st-half OVER 109.5 (-115). The Celtics have averaged 64.7 first-half points in their last three games, while the Warriors have allowed 65.3 first-half points in their last three games.

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Nets-Nuggets odds: Denver favored heavily at home

Previewing Thursday’s Brooklyn Nets at Denver Nuggets sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks

The Brooklyn Nets (4-6) roll into the Mile High City to take on the high-flying Denver Nuggets (7-3) Thursday at Pepsi Center at 10:30 p.m. ET.

We analyze the Nets-Nuggets odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Nets-Nuggets: Key injuries

Nets: PG Kyrie Irving (shoulder) is listed as questionable, suffering from a right shoulder impingement. SG Caris LeVert (thumb) will be sidelined until early December.

Nuggets: SF Jerami Grant (finger) is expected to be in the lineup, while SG Malik Beasley (illness) is under the weather and much less certain.

Nets-Nuggets: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 10 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Nuggets 111, Nets 99

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. The Nuggets (-455) are expensive on the moneyline whether or not Irving is able to play. It’s a good idea to avoid this line completely.

New to sports betting? Every $1 wagered that Denver wins profits $0.22 if the Nuggets prevail. (Ex: Bet $10 to win $2.20, $20 to win $4.40, $45.50 to win $10).

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take the NUGGETS (-9, –110) regardless if Kyrie plays or not. Keep in mind you’ll be going against all of the series trends, as the Nets (+9, -110) are 5-1 ATS in the past six trips to Denver, 9-2 ATS in the past 11 meetings, and the underdog is 6-2 ATS in the past eight in this series.

However, those series trends are all when the Nets did not have Irving in their backcourt. Of course, that might also be the case Thursday might, too.

Over/under (O/U)

With Irving’s availability in doubt, question, the O/U is off the board as of this publishing.

However, if the line is posted, the UNDER (whatever it is) the play regardless of Irving’s status, as Denver’s recent trends drive this pick. The under is 4-1 ATS in the past five overall for the Nuggets, while going 11-2 in their past 13 against Eastern Conference foes and 18-7 ATS in the past 25 at home.

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Mavericks-Knicks odds: Dallas handily favored in New York

Previewing Thursday’s Dallas Mavericks at New York Knicks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The New York Knicks (2-9) face the Dallas Mavericks (6-4) Thursday night just after 8 pm ET at Madison Square Garden. We analyze the Knicks-Mavericks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Mavericks at Knicks: Key injuries

Knicks

  • Mitchell Robinson (concussion) questionable.
  • Reggie Bullock (back) out.
  • Elfrid Payton (hamstring) still out.

Mavericks at Knicks: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Mavericks 109, Knicks 104

Moneyline (ML)

The MAVERICKS (-295) are 6-4 on the moneyline, while the Knicks (+230) are just 2-9. Dallas is 4-1 straight up on the road. The Knicks are 1-3 at home on the season.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Mavericks to win outright returns a profit of just $3.39.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Mavericks are 6.5-point favorites at -121.

Dallas has lost two of its last three games but is facing the 30th-place team in the NBA. New York is 5-6 ATS which is better than Dallas’ 4-6 mark. New York has failed to cover by 5.0 points per game. This is one to AVOID.

Over/Under (O/U)

The projected total is set at 216.5. It seems like a somewhat high number and Dallas and New York could struggle a little bit offensively in this game. The Knicks have dropped under 100 points per game which is even more telling.

New York beat Dallas in the first matchup 106-102 on November 8th.

Take the UNDER (+105).

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Bulls-Bucks odds: Milwaukee favored big despite no Middleton

Previewing Thursday’s Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks

The Chicago Bulls (4-7) head up north to battle the Milwaukee Bucks (7-3) Thursday at Fiserv Forum at 8 p.m. ET.

We analyze the Bulls-Bucks odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Bulls-Bucks: Key injuries

Bulls: PF Cristiano Felicio (wrist) will be sidelined until early January, while SF Otto Porter Jr. (foot) is out indefinitely.

Bucks: SG Kyle Korver (head) is considered questionable for Thursday’s game, while SF Khris Middleton (thigh) will be out until early December.

Bulls-Bucks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 9:15 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Bucks 110, Bulls 103

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. The Bucks (-770) are overwhelming favorites for this one, and while they’re expected to win, it will be interesting to see how they adjust to life without Middleton for a few weeks. The Bulls (+525) look to spring the upset, but they still have to contend with defending MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, and that’s no easy feat.

New to sports betting? Every $1 wagered that Milwaukee wins profits $0.13 if the Bucks prevail. (Ex: Bet $10 to win $1.30, $20 to win $2.60, $77 to win $10).

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

I am ‘bullish’ on the visiting BULLS (+12.5, –125), who are 4-1 ATS in their past five trips to Cream City. The road team is also 10-1 ATS in the past 11 meetings in this series, a trend also pointing to Chicago.

The Bulls are just 2-5 ATS in the past seven on the road, and they’re 1-8 ATS in the past nine Central Division battles. The Bucks are 3-9 ATS in the past 12 when allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. And, remember the Middleton factor.

Over/under (O/U)

The UNDER 232.5 (-115) is worth a look, going 4-1 in Chicago’s past five road outings, and seven of their past 10 Central Division battles. The under is 7-0 in Milwaukee’s past seven when working on three or more days of rest, too.

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76ers-Magic odds: Philly a road dog without Joel Embiid

Previewing Wednesday’s Philadelphia 76ers at Orlando Magic sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Philadelphia 76ers (7-3) begin a three-game road trip Wednesday against the Orlando Magic (3-7) at Amway Center. Tip-off is set for shortly after 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the 76ers-Magic odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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76ers at Magic: Key injuries

76ers

  • PG Trey Burke (calf) questionable
  • PF Joel Embiid (rest) out

76ers at Magic: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 2:20 p.m. ET.

Prediction

76ers 105, Magic 93

Moneyline (ML)

The Sixers are coming off an all-too-close 98-97 home win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. They improved to 4-0 at home with the victory but they now hit the road at 3-3. They’ve won two games in a row after previously beating the Charlotte Hornets 114-106. Philadelphia outscores the opposition by an average of 109.7-105.3 points per game.

The Magic are stuck in 13th in the Eastern Conference following last year’s surprising playoff berth. They’re 0-4 on the road but a respectable 3-3 on home court; however, they dropped a 109-102 decision to the Indiana Pacers at home Sunday. They’ve played tight games but have been outscored by an average of 99.3-98.1.

Philadelphia may be the tired team on the second half of a back-to-back with travel, but it’s also the far deeper team. Star PF Al Horford rested Tuesday, ensuring he’ll be ready to go Wednesday night with Embiid out of the lineup. Take plus money with the 76ers at +110 for the outright win.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Sixers fetches an $11 profit with a straight-up victory.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The 76ers are 5-4 against the spread overall and 3-2 as the visitors. The Magic are 3-6 ATS overall and just 2-3-1 at home. Side with PHILADELPHIA to cover a spread of just +2.5 with -115 odds. The same $10 bet returns a profit of $8.70.

The Magic are 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven games against a team with a winning record. The Sixers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games following an ATS loss and 4-0 ATS in their last four Wednesday games.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Magic are the worst Over team in the league with a record of 2-7-1 against the projected totals and they fall an average of 10.6 points shy of the projected totals. The Sixers are 5-5 against the O/U but still fall 2.4 points shy of the projection on average.

Take the UNDER 206.5 (-115) with Philadelphia coming in without rest. This is its first back-to-back situation of the year.

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Warriors-Lakers odds: LA Lakers big home favorites

Previewing Wednesday’s Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers sports betting odds, with NBA matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Golden State Warriors (2-9) visit the Los Angeles Lakers (8-2) Wednesday at Staples Center for a 10 p.m. ET start. Los Angeles leads the Western Conference while Golden State is battling the New York Knicks for the worst record in the NBA. We analyze the Warriors-Lakers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Warriors at Lakers: Key injuries

Warriors

  • PG Stephen Curry (hand) out
  • SG Damion Lee (hand) out
  • SG Jacob Evans (hip) out
  • PF Omari Spellman (ankle) doubtful

Lakers

  • PF Anthony Davis (shoulder, rest) out
  • PG Rajon Rondo (rest, calf) questionable

Warriors at Lakers: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 11:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Lakers 120, Warriors 112

Moneyline (ML)

The -500 line for the home LAKERS is very low but they are 4-1 at home facing a Warriors just 1-4 on the road. There is also the concern of the Lakers having played in Phoenix last night.

Golden State allows 121.2 points per game and can barely muster 110 points for per night. Even with PF Anthony Davis out, Golden State winning in Los Angeles is tough to see.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the LAKERS to win outright returns a profit of $2.00. It’s very chalky, but Golden State has a low chance of winning.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The WARRIORS (+10.5, -129) is the play here. A Warriors cover (lose by 10 or fewer points or win outright) returns a profit of $7.75.

The Lakers are 7-3 against the spread overall and 4-1 ATS at home while covering the spread by 2.2 points per game. Golden State is 3-2 ATS on the road while being right around projections (minus-0.5 points per game). The concern with Golden State is the games can get away from them late. The loss of Davis for Los Angeles combined with the back end of a back-to-back makes the Warriors a reasonable pick with the points.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 219.5 (-115) is where we lean Wednesday. LeBron James and Co. may give up a few more points than usual on the back end of a back-to-back and Golden State’s porous defense should keep those points coming.

At these odds, a $10 bet still returns a profit of $8.70.

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