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Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and bets.

Game 2 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics Eastern Conference first-round, best-of-seven series tips off at 6:30 p.m. ET Wednesday in the Orlando bubble. Philadelphia holds a 1-0 series lead. We analyze the 76ers-Celtics NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

76ers vs. Celtics: Key injuries

76ers 

  • SF Glenn Robinson III (oblique) out
  • PG Ben Simmons (knee) out 

Celtics 

  • SG Jaylen Brown (thigh) probable
  • SF Gordon Hayward (ankle) out

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76ers vs. Celtics: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 5:20 p.m. ET.

Prediction

76ers 117, Celtics 11

Moneyline (ML)

Series prices: 

  • Celtics (-834) 
  • 76ers (+520)

SF Jayson Tatum and Brown played fantastic in Boston’s 109-101 win Monday. Tatum had 32 points and 13 rebounds while Brown finished with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists on .563/.625/1.000 shooting. PG Kemba Walker added 19 points.

76ers SF Tobias Harris and PF Al Horford, specifically, had disappointing games, combining for 21 points. C Joel Embiid capped his own production with stupid turnovers (5) and bad fouls (5).

Otherwise, Embiid had 26 points, on 8-of-15 field goals and 9-of-12 from the foul line, while pulling down 16 rebounds. Embiid should come back in Game 2 and light up Boston C Daniel Theis. 

Hayward’s absence hurts Boston’s depth and the Celtics bench doesn’t have anyone that can create offense themselves. Too much is needed from Tatum, Brown and Walker.

I LIKE 76ERS (+145) to even the series due to a bounce-back effort from Embiid and getting better defense from guys assigned to the Celtics’ big three.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Definitely double up your bet and TAKE 76ERS +4.5 (-106) against the spread. I could make a whole counter-argument on the Celtics winning and covering in this game, so let’s be prudent and grab the insurance. Philadelphia was 3-1 outright and ATS vs. Boston in the regular season.

A $106 bet on the 76ers +4.5 (-106) earns a $100 profit if Philadelphia wins or loses by four or fewer points.

Over/Under (O/U)

I LEAN OVER 214.5 (-110) since we’re essentially betting on a dominant Embiid performance. If he’s got it going, then Philadelphia can work an inside-outside game with their 3-point shooters. Harris, SG Josh Richardson and PG Shake Milton can get hot if they have open looks.

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Utah Jazz vs. Denver Nuggets odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s Utah Jazz vs. Denver Nuggets betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and bets.

The Utah Jazz (44-28) will take on the Denver Nuggets (46-27) Wednesday in Game 2 of their Western Conference Quarterfinals series at AdventHealth Arena for a 4 p.m. ET tip-off. Denver currently leads this series 1-0 after an impressive win on Monday night. We analyze the Jazz-Nuggets NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Jazz vs. Nuggets: Key injuries

Jazz:

  • PG Mike Conley (quarantine) out
  • PF Ed Davis (knee) out

Nuggets:

  • SG Will Barton (knee) out
  • SG Garry Harris (hip) out

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Jazz vs. Nuggets: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Nuggets 123, Jazz 115

Moneyline (ML)

The NUGGETS (-189) open this game as slight moneyline favorites over the Jazz in Game 2 of this Western Conference playoff matchup. Denver won the first game in overtime, eventually winning by 10 points. While the Jazz will likely play with even more urgency, they just don’t have the size to keep up with Denver. Look for the Nuggets to take Game 2 and don’t be afraid to take the Denver moneyline here.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The NUGGETS -4.5 (-110) are two-basket favorites over the Jazz on Wednesday afternoon. Utah has struggled against the spread as of late, covering just six times in their last 19 games. While Denver has been up and down in terms of covering, it is noteworthy that they have covered the spread in five of their last seven games against Western Conference opponents. Expect this game to be close throughout, but for Denver to ultimately win by more than five points in Game 2.

Over/Under (O/U)

The point total for Game 2 is set at 217.5 points, which feels a bit low considering both of these teams averaged 111 points in the regular season. Both the Jazz and Nuggets finished inside the top-12 in scoring defense, but the pace of this game will be fast and there should be a ton of scoring on each side. Look for both teams to score into the 110s, allowing the OVER 217.5 (-110) to hit on Wednesday afternoon.

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Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers Game 2 betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers play Game 2 of their best-of-seven Western Conference Quarterfinals series Wednesday at the AdventHealth Arena outside of Orlando, Fla., with a 9 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Mavericks-Clippers NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Mavericks vs. Clippers: Key injuries

Mavericks

  • PG Trey Burke (ankle) probable
  • SG Courtney Lee (calf) out
  • PF Kristaps Porzingis (knee) questionable
  • PF Dwight Powell (Achilles) out

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Mavericks vs. Clippers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Clippers 123, Mavericks 111

Moneyline (ML)

The Clippers (-278) are once again heavy favorites in Game 2. They squeezed out a 118-110 victory in Monday’s Game 1. They’re very healthy, too, getting nearly everyone back at 100%. On the flip side, the Mavericks (+220) saw Porzingis ejected in the third quarter in his playoff debut and he is dealing with a sore knee.

LA will win this one, but they’re too expensive at this price. AVOID.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CLIPPERS -6 (-110) were able to hang on for the narrow cover in Game 1, as the Mavericks (+6, -110) misfired on a triple in the closing seconds.

Doncic is a dangerous player and gives Dallas a chance to win at least one in this series, but LA is healthy, and will cover again in this one.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 229.5 (-110) is the play here, even if Game 1 was an Under result.

We saw the teams combine for 72 first-quarter points Monday, and 135 points by halftime. A 34-point third-quarter doomed over bettors, and we still almost had an Over. We’ll get an Over in Game 2, and it’s the best play in this one.

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Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

Game 1 of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets Western Conference Quarterfinals series tips off Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. ET in the Orlando bubble. We analyze the Thunder-Rockets NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Thunder vs. Rockets: Key injuries

Thunder

  • SF Luguentz Dort (knee) out

Rockets

  • PG Russell Westbrook (quad) out 

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Thunder vs. Rockets: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Thunder 114, Rockets 108

Moneyline (ML)

Series Prices: 

  • Rockets (-152)
  • Thunder (+120)

They say “styles make fights” well the THUNDER (-110) have a great style to make things difficult on the Rockets (-110) in this series. What do we know Houston likes to do? They like to play up-tempo, shoot a bunch of threes and get to the charity stripe.

Well, Oklahoma City is 22nd in pace (with PG Chris Paul aka “The Point God” being the master of tempo). Their opponents have the second-lowest 3-point percentage and the third-best free-throw attempts per field-goal attempts in the NBA.

The Thunder’s three-headed guard monster of Dennis Schroder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Paul would make for the matchup of the first round if Houston’s side was fully healthy.

Obviously the absence of Westbrook is major and especially so when rebounding is a huge question mark for the Rockets. Also, Rockets SG Eric Gordon is starting for Westbrook, which hurts Houston’s depth. He has been battling his own leg injury and played only the final two games of the regular-season restart.

Like CP3, James Harden and Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni have come up short time after time in the postseason throughout their careers. Since neither side has a lot of playoff success to speak to, we’ll call it a draw in postseason experience.

However, here’s what I’ll say in support of CP3: Paul has a little better excuse since he broke down at the end of many seasons throughout his career. It wasn’t so much that he was outplayed (that has happened as well) but he and/or teammates have been hampered by injury at the end of seasons. In Harden and D’Antoni’s case, they were figured out in several seven-game series.

I LOVE THUNDER (-110).

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

This game is pretty much a pick ’em:  PASS ON THE SPREAD.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Rockets’ totals get overpriced because of their reputation. Houston has a 30-42 Over/Under record this season and six of their eight bubble games finished Under the projected total.

When playing winning teams, the Thunder-Rockets combined Over/Under record is 24-37 this season. I LIKE UNDER 224.5 (-110).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Orlando Magic odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Orlando Magic betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New Orleans Pelicans (30-41) will take on the Orlando Magic (32-40) Thursday at the Visa Athletic Center for a 9 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Pelicans-Magic NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Pelicans vs. Magic: Key injuries

Pelicans:

  • PG Jrue Holiday (elbow) out
  • SF Brandon Ingram (knee) out
  • SG Josh Hart (knee) questionable
  • PF Zion Williamson (knee) out

Magic:

  • SG Terrence Ross (medical) out
  • PG Michael Carter-Williams (foot) out
  • SG Evan Fournier (illness) out
  • PF Aaron Gordon (hamstring) out

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Pelicans vs. Magic: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Magic 117, Pelicans 111

Moneyline (ML)

The MAGIC (-176) are slight moneyline favorites over the Pelicans (+145) on Thursday night. This is the final game for each team in the regular season, and both sides are missing several key starters. It’s worth noting that both of these teams have struggled as of late, going a combined 2-10 in their last 12 games. But the Magic have slightly more depth and appear to be the better bet here on Thursday night.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The MAGIC (-4, -110) open this contest as two-basket favorites over the Pelicans on Thursday night. Both teams have been downright awful against the spread in the NBA bubble, going a combined 3-9 in their last 12 games. But with each of them having significant injury concerns as they are resting most of their starters. If you must pick a side, take the Magic to cover the spread. However, realize that this game could go either way with the lack of talent on the floor.

Over/Under (O/U)

The total for this final game of the regular season for each side is set at 228.5. When their roster is healthy, Orlando has one of the best defenses in the NBA, allowing only 108 points per game. But with several of their best defenders out, look for the scoring to be high in this one. Take the OVER in this Pelicans-Magic matchup on Thursday night.

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Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Dallas Mavericks (43-31) meet the Phoenix Suns (33-39) Thursday in the Orlando bubble for a 4 p.m. ET tip-off We analyze the Mavericks-Suns NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Mavericks vs. Suns: Key injuries

Mavericks

  • SG Seth Curry (leg) probable
  • PF Maxi Kleber (knee) probable
  • PF Kristaps Porzingis (heel) doubtful
  • PG Jalen Brunson (shoulder) out
  • PF Dwight Powell (Achilles) out
  • SG Courtney Lee (calf) out
  • C Willie Cauley-Stein (personal) out
  • SF Dorian Finney-Smith (hip) probable

Suns

  • PF Cameron Johnson (knee) probable
  • C Aron Baynes (knee) probable
  • SF Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) doubtful

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Mavericks vs. Suns: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Suns 127, Mavericks, 113

Moneyline (ML)

It’s the final game of the seed schedule for both teams and the Suns (-455) come in as HEAVY favorites because their season is on the line. 

Phoenix can earn a berth into the 8-seed play-in series with a win and either a Portland Trail Blazers or a Memphis Grizzlies loss.  They beat Dallas in their last meeting, which was in the bubble, after coming back from 15 points down to pull out a 117-115 victory.

The Mavericks (+333) already know their playoff future as they are slated to face the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2- and 7-seed matchup in the first round.

Dallas was edged out late in its last game, 134-131, by the Trail Blazers. Judging by the injury report, the only thing on the Mavericks’ mind is having all their horses when the first round tips off.

PASS ON THE MONEYLINE because it would be shocking if mostly Dallas backups were to beat the bubble’s only undefeated team, Phoenix, in a “must-win”.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Even if Dallas were fully healthy, there is no one to stop SG Devin Booker from lighting them up. He has scored 30-plus points in three of his last four games against the Mavericks +9 (-110).

The Suns -9 (-110) has beaten Dallas in back-to-back games this season (2-1 in the season series) and have covered eight of their last 10 meetings. Phoenix has won and covered in all seven of its bubble games heading into Thursday’s game.

Nine points is a ridiculous number to lay versus a Dallas team that is the most offensively efficient team in the NBA, but Phoenix is 4-2 against the spread when laying 7.5-9.5 points. They’ve covered as 9.5-point and 7.5-point favorites in their last two games.

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Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 237.5 (-110) is the play on the total. Their combined Over/Under record is 83-63 on the season, and both teams have gone Over the projected total in their last three games. Also, the Over has cashed in three of the last four Mavericks-Suns contests.

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San Antonio Spurs vs. Utah Jazz odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s San Antonio Spurs vs. Utah Jazz betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The San Antonio Spurs (32-38) mix it up with the Utah Jazz (43-28) Thursday at 6:30 p.m. ET in the bubble outside of Orlando, Fla. We analyze the Spurs-Jazz NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Spurs vs. Jazz: Key injuries

Spurs

  • SG Bryn Forbes (quadriceps) out
  • PF Trey Lyles (appendectomy) out
  • C Tyler Zeller (knee) out

Jazz

  • PG Mike Conley Jr. (knee) out
  • C Rudy Gobert (back) out
  • PG Emmanuel Mudiay (knee) questionable

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Spurs vs. Jazz: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at noon ET.

Prediction

Spurs 122, Jazz 111

Moneyline (ML)

AVOID. The Spurs (-358) face a must-win situation heading into the final seeding game, and they not only need a win but also need some help in other games just to qualify for a play-in situation. You can expect the Jazz to play their best, and they’ll be facing a Jazz (+275) side which has nothing at stake and plenty of players on the shelf.

Still, San Antonio is too expensive, as you have to risk three times your potential return.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The SPURS -8 (-110) are favored over the Jazz (+8, -110), because one team will be playing with desperation and a ton at stake; another is locked in and ready for the playoffs. This is similar to a Week 17 NFL game where the team with the lesser record is favored because they have plenty on the line. Look for San Antonio to show out.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 231.5 (-110) has hit in four straight for the Jazz, with Utah averaging 118.8 points per game. That includes an Over result in a 119-111 win over the Jazz Aug. 7 in the most recent meeting, winning outright as 8.5-point underdogs. Look for the Spurs to do it again and hit the Over, too.

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Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Milwaukee Bucks (56-16) tangle with the Memphis Grizzlies (33-39) Thursday at 4 p.m. ET in the bubble outside of Orlando, Fla. We analyze the Bucks-Grizzlies NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Bucks vs. Grizzlies: Key injuries

Bucks

  • SF Giannis Antetokounmpo (suspension) out
  • PF Ersan Ilyasova (elbow) questionable
  • SG Wesley Matthews (groin) out

Grizzlies

  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • PG Tyus Jones (knee) out
  • SF Justise Winslow (hip) out

Bucks vs. Grizzlies: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated Thursday at 11:47 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Grizzlies 118, Bucks 114

Moneyline (ML)

GRIZZLIES (-154) are worth a roll of the dice here. They’re a half-game back of the Portland Trail Blazers in the Western Conference playoff race, sitting ninth in the standings in a tie with the red-hot Phoenix Suns. In other words, they have plenty to play for, and they catch a break with Antetokounmpo suspended.

The Grizzlies are a good play to win outright against a Bucks (+125) team missing its top star. Milwaukee also has the top seed in the East locked up, so they have nothing to play for.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The GRIZZLIES -2.5 (-115) limp in with a 1-6 straight up/ATS mark in seven games in the bubble, making it awfully tough on themselves as they try to snap a two-year drought and get into the playoffs. It’s not too late, however, and they can still play their way into the postseason.

This group will not have to face the Bucks’ (+2.5, -106) best player, and they’re playing a team with nothing to prove. It’s not too late and Memphis will get it done with an outright victory.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 228.5 (-115) is where it’s at, hitting in four of the past five for the Bucks.

Offense hasn’t been a problem for Milwaukee, and the defense hasn’t been too great lately, either. The Bucks have allowed 112 or more points in all seven games in the bubble so far. The Grizzlies have hit the Under in three in a row, but they’re posting 110.5 points per game on offense over the past four. Look for a spirited performance and an Over result here.

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Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Sacramento Kings (30-41) and Los Angeles Lakers (52-18) battle Thursday at HP Field Hourse in Kissimmee, Fla., for a 1:30 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Kings-Lakers NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Kings vs. Lakers: Key injuries

Kings

  • PF Marvin Bagley III (foot) out
  • SG Kent Bazemore (calf) out
  • PG De’Aaron Fox (shoulder) out
  • PF Richaun Holmes (hip) out

Lakers

  • SG Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (foot) out
  • SG Alex Caruso (neck) out
  • PF Anthony Davis (knee) questionable
  • SF LeBron James (groin) probable
  • PG Rajon Rondo (thumb) out

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Kings vs. Lakers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 8:40 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Lakers 110, Kings 107

Moneyline (ML)

The Lakers (-209) have already clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, while the Kings (+170) have been eliminated from the postseason. LA is likely to see its big guns limited or resting, and Sacto has several key members who will be looking on in its final game before heading out of the bubble. There is plenty of risk on both sides, so AVOID.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The KINGS +5 (-110) picked up two wins in seven games inside the bubble, and both of those were against the Pelicans. Still, with little to play for, the Lakers (-5, -110) should throttle down and take it easy as they prepare for a long run in the postseason. While the Kings are just 1-5 ATS in the past six meetings with the Lakers, they should keep this one relatively close.

Over/Under (O/U)

There was no Over/Under posted at the time of publishing but the lean will be to the Under.

The Kings are 48 minutes from an exit from the bubble, and the Lakers will likely have some of their reserves playing at stake. The Under is 11-4-1 in the past 16 meetings between these two, and we’ll get another lower-scoring game Thursday.

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Brooklyn Nets vs. Orlando Magic odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Brooklyn Nets vs. Orlando Magic betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Orlando Magic (32-39) and Brooklyn Nets (34-36) battle Tuesday at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Arena in Reunion, Fla., for a 1 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Nets-Magic NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Nets vs. Magic: Key injuries

Magic

  • PG Michael Carter-Williams (foot) doubtful
  • SG Evan Fournier (illness/non-COVID) doubtful
  • PF Aaron Gordon (hamstring) doubtful
  • PF Jonathan Isaac (knee) out
  • SG Terrence Ross (medical/non-COVID) out

Nets

  • SG Jamal Crawford (hamstring) out
  • C Jarrett Allen (ankle) out
  • SG Joe Harris (groin) out
  • SG Caris LeVert (thigh) out
  • SF Garrett Temple (rest) out

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Nets vs. Magic: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Nets 122, Magic 117

Moneyline (ML)

The Magic (-200) entered the bubble with high hopes, and they were right on the heels of the NETS (+170) in the pursuit of the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference.

These teams already met in the first game in the bubble, and Orlando pounded Brooklyn 128-118 to cover the spread. Fast forward two weeks and the Magic are dealing with a rash of injuries and personal issues, and the Nets are on a roll. Take Brooklyn, who is 4-2 straight up and against the spread in six games in the bubble, despite their own laundry list of opt-outs and injuries.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Nets returns a profit of $17 if they win. A $10 bet on the Magic returns a profit of just $5 with a win.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The NETS (+4.5, -110) have posted impressive wins in the past two outings against Western Conference teams, including a 129-120 win over the Los Angeles Clippers last time out, winning outright as 9.5-point dogs.

They’re 1-0 SU/ATS as a favorite in the bubble, and 3-1 SU/ATS as a dog across the past four. Brooklyn was supposed to be a disaster in the bubble, but that’s been far from the case.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 221.5 (-110) is the play in this one, as defense isn’t a hallmark for either of these sides. Brooklyn is allowing 119.8 points per game in the bubble, while Orlando is giving up 115.5 PPG in six bubble outings.

You can expect another high-flying game, especially if some key defensive members for Orlando find themselves in street clothes.

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