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Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (4-21) and Milwaukee Bucks (15-12) meet Saturday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Wizards vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Bucks lead 1-0

The Wizards ended their 3-game losing streak Thursday with a 123-114 win over the Charlotte Hornets, covering as 4-point home underdogs. The Over 226 hit, fueled by a solid showing from Washington. They held Charlotte to just 18.6% shooting from deep (8-of-43). G Jordan Poole stepped up big, dropping 27 points while adding 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocks in a complete effort to seal the win.

The Bucks’ 4-game win streak was snapped Friday with a 124-101 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, failing to cover as 8.5-point road underdogs. The Over 221 cashed in the game. Despite a stellar performance from 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who posted 33 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals, Milwaukee couldn’t overcome 20 turnovers, which proved too costly in the loss.

Wizards at Bucks 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 1:40 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +475 (bet $100 to win $475) | Bucks -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +11.5 (-110) | Bucks -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wizards at Bucks key injuries

Wizards

F Saddiq Bey (knee) out
F Kyle Kuzma (ribs) out

Bucks

(Not yet posted; list is from Friday’s game)

G Damian Lillard (calf) questionable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Wizards at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 118, Wizards 112

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bucks (-650) will get the victory on Saturday night, but Washington will keep this game closer than most will expect. I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS +11.5 (-110).

The Wizards have been more competitive lately, covering the spread in 4 of their last 5 games, including against strong teams like the Boston Celtics and Cavaliers. They’ve also covered in their last 3 matchups with the Bucks, including 2 games in Milwaukee.

The Bucks are 2-3 against the spread in their last 5 games. With Washington having an extra day of rest while the Bucks play on a back-to-back, I expect the Wizards to keep this game close and cover.

Over/Under

BET OVER 221.5 (-110).

The Over has hit in the last 5 matchups between these teams. Washington is 3-2-1 against the Over in their last 6, while Milwaukee is 3-2 in their last 5. Both teams went over in their last games. With the Wizards allowing a league-worst 122.6 points per game, expect another high-scoring contest in Milwaukee.

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Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Golden State Warriors (14-12) take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) Saturday. Tip-off from Target Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Warriors vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Dubs suffered their worst loss of the season, taking a 144-93 L to the chin by the Memphis Grizzlies Thursday. G Stephen Curry had one of the worst games of his career with just 2 points on 0-for-7 from the field and 0-for-6 beyond the arc. The Warriors have lost 3 straight and are just 2-8 over the last 10.

The Wolves were tamed by New York Knicks C Karl-Anthony Towns and his new teammates 133-107 Wednesday. The Wolves were 3.5-point favorites in that debacle. F Julius Randle led the team with 24 points, but G Anthony Edwards didn’t have the rizz. He had 17 points, 7 dimes and 5 boards in a modest performance. The Wolves are 6-2 in their last 8.

Warriors at Timberwolves 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 12:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Warriors +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Timberwolves -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Warriors +3.5 (-115) | Timberwolves -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Warriors at Timberwolves key injuries

Warriors

G Moses Moody (knee) probable

Timberwolves

F Joe Ingles (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Warriors at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 118, Warriors 116

Moneyline

These teams split a 2-game set at Chase Center earlier this month. I want to side with Golden State here after it got embarrassed, allowing Memphis to drop a franchise-record 27 three-pointers. I can’t quite get there, though.

I’ll take it on the spread instead and roll with STEPHEN CURRY OVER 22.5 POINTS (-140). He had 23 and 30 in the first 2 meetings.

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Against the spread

Go with WARRIORS +3.5 (-115) here. I look for a spirited effort from them after their horrific trip walkin’ in Memphis. It’s a good matchup for F Jonathan Kuminga, who has tried to lure C Rudy Gobert out to the perimeter in each matchup. Kuminga went 1-for-4 from 3-point land in both games. If an Over 0.5 threes prop becomes available for Kuminga, take that, too.

Over/Under

This one is going Over. Ant-Man got sonned by KAT, and Steph got a taste of his own medicine in each team’s most-recent strife. The Over is 3-2 in the last 5 matchups and 1-1 this season.

Take the OVER 214.5 (-115).

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New York Knicks at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New York Knicks at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (5-23) welcome the New York Knicks (17-10) to Smoothie King Center Saturday. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Knicks vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Knicks lead 1-0

New Orleans lost 133-113 as a 9.5-point underdog at the Houston Rockets Thursday. G Trey Murphy III had a team-high 28 points for the Pelicans, who have lost 5 straight games. New Orleans is 3-3 against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 games and 10-18 ATS on the season.

The Knicks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-107 Thursday, closing as 3.5-point road underdogs. F Karl-Anthony Towns beat up on his old team, tallying a game-high 32 points. New York has won 2 straight games and 3 of its last 5, going 2-3 ATS. It is 13-13-1 ATS on the season.

Knicks at Pelicans 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 12:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Pelicans +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
Against the spread: Knicks -7.5 (-115) | Pelicans +7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Knicks at Pelicans key injuries

Knicks

C Mitchell Robinson (ankle) out

Pelicans

G Jose Alvarado (hamstring) out
F Brandon Ingram (ankle) out
F Zion Williamson (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Knicks at Pelicans picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 118, Pelicans 109

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no good reason to think the Pelicans, down their top 2 scoring options, can pull the upset, even though they’re at home.

At the same time, New York (-350) is too lofty of a favorite to consider. Avoid this play.

Against the spread

BET KNICKS -7.5 (-115).

The Knicks have covered at a high rate as of late, going 6-2 straight up and 5-3 ATS in their last 8 games. New York has put up at least 113 points in 5 of the 8 games, so it has scored efficiently over the last few weeks.

The Pelicans will have to replace about 45 points per game with Williamson and Ingram sidelined. They are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog of 7 or more points and have lost 2 in a row by at least 15.

Considering those trends, back KNICKS -7.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 224.5 (-115).

The Pelicans have gone Over in 5 of their last 7 games, and their defense has been the problem, allowing at least 119 in 6 of the 7. They have found some rhythm with a few key stars returning and scored 109 or more points in 6 of the 7 as well.

The Knicks, who are 15-12 O/U on the season and 4-3 O/U in their last 7 games, have tallied at least 113 points in 5 of their last 8. New York has 6 players averaging double figures, so it has ample scoring and should be able to help the Over hit.

Back OVER 224.5 (-115).

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Detroit Pistons at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Detroit Pistons (11-17) are on the road Saturday taking on the Phoenix Suns (14-12). Tip-off from Footprint Center is at 9 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pistons vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting, Suns won 2-0 last season.

The Pistons have lost 5 of their last 7 games and are coming off a 126-119 home loss to the Utah Jazz Thursday when they were 4.5-point favorites. The Over (227) cashed in.

The Suns lost Thursday 120-111 at home to the Indiana Pacers, losing G Devin Booker to a groin injury. They were favored by 6 points. The Under (235.5) cashed in. The loss snapped a small 2-game winning streak.

Pistons at Suns 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 11:11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Suns -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +6.5 (-115) | Suns -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Pistons at Suns key injuries

Pistons

G Jaden Ivey (knee) probable
C Isaiah Stewart (knee) out

Suns

F Bol Bol (knee) questionable
G Devin Booker (groin) out
G Colin Gillespie (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pistons at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 121, Pistons 112

Moneyline

The Suns will miss Booker but have Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal in the lineup. The Suns have beaten the Pistons in 7 straight contests, dating back to 2021.

Phoenix is averaging 117.7 points in their last 6 games. They are 9-5 at home.

The Pistons are 6-9 on the road this season. In their last 7 games, they are allowing 121.9 points per game.

Phoenix should hold court in the game but -250 odds aren’t a good bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Pistons’ last 7 losses have been by at least 7 points.

The Suns’ last 6 wins have been by 7 or more points.

The Pistons have covered the spread in a loss only 3 times this season.

BET SUNS -6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Suns’ last 6 games have all had 225 or more total points.

Five of the Pistons’ last 6 games have surpassed 224 points.

BET OVER 224.5 (-115).

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Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Bulls (13-15) welcome the Boston Celtics (21-6) to the United Center Saturday. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Celtics vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Bulls beat the Boston Celtics 117-108 on the road Thursday, closing as 14.5-point underdogs. They were led by G Zach LaVine, who dropped a game-high 36 points. Chicago has rattled off 3 straight wins, going 2-0-1 against the spread (ATS). It is 14-13-1 ATS on the season.

The Celtics, prior to Thursday’s loss against the Bulls, were on a 2-game winning streak after beating the Washington Wizards and Detroit Pistons. Boston has struggled to cover as of late, though, going just 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games and 10-17 ATS on the season. It has been led by F Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 28.3 points per game.

Celtics at Bulls 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 11:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -752 (bet $752 to win $100) | Bulls +525 (bet $100 to win $525)
Against the spread: Celtics -12.5 (-110) | Bulls +12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 242.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Celtics at Bulls key injuries

Celtics

F Sam Hauser (back) questionable

Bulls

G Josh Giddey (ankle) questionable

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Celtics at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 122, Bulls 113

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics (-752) should get their revenge Saturday, but they aren’t worthy of a play as massive favorites. Chicago to keep its winning streak alive has some value, but it is better played on the spread.

Against the spread

BET BULLS +12.5 (-110).

The Bulls, who have both scoring and size, have been a formidable foe since the start of December. They are 5-2 straight up since then and 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8. Chicago has scored at least 117 points in 6 of its last 8 games, so it has the potency on offense to keep things close.

The Celtics, who sit atop the Eastern Conference, haven’t consistently covered this season, often closing as double-digit favorites. They are just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as favorites of 10 or greater. That said, back the home side, and take BULLS +12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 242.5 (-115).

This total is just too high to consider. The Bulls are 1-3 O/U in their last 4 games and have been able to hold 3 of their last 4 opponents to 108 of fewer points. They have scored 117 or fewer in 3 of the 4 as well.

The Celtics can top even that, allowing 99 or fewer points in 2 of their last 3 games and 105 or fewer in 4 of their last 7. Boston is 12-14-1 O/U on the season and ranks 21st in pace, suggesting it might not play fast enough to consider a total this high.

Back UNDER 242.5 (-115).

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Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Philadelphia 76ers (9-16) and Cleveland Cavaliers (24-4) meet Saturday at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the 76ers vs. Cavaliers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Cavaliers lead 1-0

The Sixers picked up a 108-98 win against the Charlotte Hornets Saturday in matinee action, but Philadelphia failed to cover as a 13-point favorite while the Under (212.5) cashed. The Sixers are still 6-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 8 outings. The Under is 4-1-1 across the previous 6 outings.

The Cavaliers roughed up the In-Season Tournament champion Milwaukee Bucks 124-101 as 8.5-point favorites Saturday while the Over (221) cashed. The Cavs are 6-2 ATS in the past 8 games and 11-4 ATS across the previous 15 outings.

For Cleveland, the Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 outings, with the Cavaliers going for 113 or more points in 8 straight contests in December.

In their last meeting Nov. 13, Philadelphia covered as an 11-point home underdog in a 114-106 loss as the Over (218.5) cashed.

76ers at Cavaliers 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 11:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): 76ers +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Cavaliers -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread: 76ers +10.5 (-105) | Cavaliers -10.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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76ers at Cavaliers key injuries

76ers

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

F Caleb Martin (shoulder) out
G Jared McCain (knee) out

Cavaliers

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

G Isaac Okoro (shoulder) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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76ers at Cavaliers picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 119, 76ers 107

Moneyline

The Cavaliers (-550) will set you back 5½ times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk and not enough reward. You cannot bet such a heavy favorite, either straight up or as part of a multi-leg parlay. Over the long haul it’s a poor betting strategy.

PASS.

Against the spread

CAVALIERS -10.5 (-115) is worth playing lightly, although there is obviously risk since they’re playing on no rest. Of course, the 76ers +10.5 (-105) are in the same boat. Still, Cleveland has been hot as a whole, going 6-2 ATS in the past 8 games and 11-4 ATS across the previous 15 contests.

Cleveland has managed a 3-2 ATS mark in 5 games when playing on no rest this season, while Philadelphia is 2-0 ATS in such situations.

Over/Under

OVER 221.5 (-105) is the lean, but again, go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 games for the Cavaliers, while going 10-5 in the past 15 outings on their home floor.

For the 76ers, the Under is 4-1-1 in the past 6 games. However, the total went high in the first meeting with the Cavs back on Nov. 13.

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Portland Trail Blazers at San Antonio Spurs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Portland Trail Blazers at San Antonio Spurs odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (9-18) and San Antonio Spurs (14-13) play each other Saturday for the second time this month, this time in San Antonio. Tip-off from Frost Bank Center is at 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Spurs odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Spurs lead 2-0.

The Blazers snapped a 6-game losing streak on Thursday, beating the Denver Nuggets at home 126-124 as 8-point underdogs. They are 3-10 in their last 13 games.

The Spurs, following a 3-game skid, have won 3 of their last 4. They are coming off a 133-126 home win over the Atlanta Hawks as 1.5-point favorites. They beat the Blazers 118-116 on the 13th in Portland, but the Blazers covered the 3.5-point spread as underdogs.

Trail Blazers at Spurs 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 11:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Spurs -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +6.5 (-105) | Spurs -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Trail Blazers at Spurs key injuries

Trail Blazers

F Dalano Banton (hip) questionable
G Matisse Thybulle (ankle) out

Spurs

None

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Trail Blazers at Spurs picks and predictions

Prediction

Spurs 123, Trail Blazers 118

Moneyline

Portland is 3-11 on the road this season while the Spurs are 10-7 at home. The Spurs have beaten the Blazers in 3 straight meetings and in 5 of the last 6.

The Blazers have lost 9 of their last 10 road games.

The Blazers on the road are generally a bad bet on the moneyline, but the Spurs are a bad bet because of the -275 odds.

You are better off looking at the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

As bad as the Blazers have been this season, they are a good ATS bet. They are 15-11-1 ATS this season despite only 9 outright wins.

The Last 3 games for the Blazers have been wins or losses by fewer than 7 points.

The Spurs have won by more than 6 points just once in their last 9 games.

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Their meeting on the 13th had 232 total points.

Six of the Blazers’ last 9 games have surpassed 226 points.

Five of the last 6 for the Spurs and 7 of the last 10 have surpassed 226 total points.

BET OVER 226.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s L.A. Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Clippers (16-12) are on the road Saturday for the taking on the Dallas Mavericks (17-10) for the second straight game. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is at 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 1-0.

The Clippers beat the Mavericks 118-95 in Dallas on Thursday as 1-point underdogs. It was their second straight win after a 3-game losing streak. F Norman Powell led the way with 29 points. The Under (217) cashed in.

The Mavs recently had a 7-game winning streak but have lost 2 of their last 3 games, including the loss to the Clippers Thursday. They played without guards Luke Doncic and Kyrie Irving. F Klay Thompson had a strong showing with 22 points.

Clippers at Mavericks 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 11:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Mavericks -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +3.5 (-110) | Mavericks -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Kobe Brown (back) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out
F P.J. Tucker (not with team) out

Mavericks

G Luke Doncic (knee) out
G Dante Exum (wrist) out
G Jaden Hardy (ankle) out
G Brandon Williams (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 114, Mavericks 108

Moneyline

Irving returns to the lineup for the Mavs, but Doncic is still out. That will be a boost for them as the Mavs mustered only 95 points against the Clippers Thursday.

The Mavs have to score a lot to win. In their last 7 games, if they score fewer than 120 points, they lose.

The Clippers have allowed 120 or more only twice in the last 9 games.

BET CLIPPERS (+135).

Against the spread

The Clippers have only covered the spread in a loss twice this season. With the plus odds for the moneyline, if you think the Clippers will cover the spread, you should like them to win the game outright. Take those plus odds.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Clippers have seen the Over and Under alternate in their last 6 games. The Under hit in their win on Thursday.

In the Mavs’ last 7 games, the only one to stay below 220 points was Thursday.

BET OVER 220.5 (-110).

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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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Los Angeles Lakers at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Sacramento Kings odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Lakers (15-12) and Sacramento Kings (13-15) meet for the second time in 3 days Saturday. Tip-off from Golden 1 Center is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Lakers vs. Kings odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Los Angeles leads 2-0

The Lakers beat the Kings 113-100 as 4.5-point underdogs in the Thursday opener of this 2-game set at Golden 1 Center. L.A. outrebounded Sacramento 53-43 and won the turnover battle 17-14.

F/C Anthony Davis put up 21 points and 19 rebounds with 9 stocks, and F LeBron James broke the NBA record for career minutes.

The Lakers have won back-to-back games, while the Kings have dropped 2 straight.

Lakers at Kings 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 10:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Kings -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +6.5 (-115) | Kings -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lakers at Kings key injuries

Lakers

F/C Anthony Davis (elbow) questionable
F Rui Hachimura (leg) probable
C Jaxson Hayes (ankle) out
F LeBron James (foot) questionable

Kings

F Keegan Murray (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Lakers at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 112, Lakers 107

Moneyline

PASS.

I like the Kings to win here, as they are 7-3 in the last 10 meetings, but they are not worth the risk of betting on as -225 favorites. Pass here, and bet the spread and/or O/U instead.

Against the spread

LEAN LAKERS +6.5 (-115).

L.A. has covered the spread in 4 of its last 5 games, while Sacramento has dropped 3 straight ATS. The Lakers are also the slightly better team ATS this season at 12-15, while the Kings are just 10-17-1.

This is a lean because the Lakers have a few key pieces on the injury report and the Kings are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings.

If Davis and James play, this bet is nearly a lock.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 228.5 (-110).

The Under has hit in 4 straight Lakers games and is 8-2 in the last 10. The Under is also 16-11 for the Lakers this season.

For Sacramento, the Under is 2-1 in its last 3 games.

The Under has also hit in 2 of the last 3 meetings.

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