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Orlando Magic at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Orlando Magic at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (9-7) and Los Angeles Lakers (10-4) meet Thursday. Tip-off from Crypto.com Arena is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Magic vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split 1-1 last season

The Magic are coming off a 104-93 setback as 3-point favorites at the LA Clippers Wednesday with the Under (205) hitting. The loss snapped a 6-game straight-up (SU)/against-the-spread (ATS) win streak for Orlando.

The Lakers failed to cover as 10.5-point favorites in a 124-118 win over the visiting Utah Jazz Tuesday while the Over (234) cashed. Rookie G Dalton Knecht had a career-high 37 points and tied the NBA’s single-game rookie record with 9 made 3s.

Orlando covered and the Under hit in both meetings last season, with the home team cashing on the moneyline (ML) in both matchups.

In the final meeting Nov. 4, 2023, Orlando won 120-101 as a 3.5-point underdog while the Under (222.5) hit. Magic F Franz Wagner had a team-high 26 points while F Paolo Banchero — who is out Thursday with an oblique injury — added 25 points, 10 assists and 7 boards.

Magic at Lakers 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 9:59 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Magic +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Lakers -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread : Magic +4.5 (-105) | Lakers -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Magic at Lakers key injuries

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

F Paolo Banchero (oblique) out
C Wendell Carter Jr. (foot) out

Lakers

C Anthony Davis (plantar fasciitis) probable
F Rui Hachimura (ankle) questionable
C Jaxson Hayes (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Magic at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 106, Magic 105

Moneyline

The Lakers (-200) will likely win their 7th straight game, but the bid-ask difference is too high to bet the ML.

PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

The Lakers have won 6 consecutive games SU, but they have only covered 1 of their last 4. They’ve been favored in 6 straight — and rightfully so — but have been overvalued on the spread in recent games.

The Magic are coming off a double-digit loss as road favorites Wednesday. It’s time to buy low on Orlando, which was among the hottest teams in the league before Wednesday’s loss.

BET MAGIC +4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Under has hit in the last 3 meetings and in 7 straight overall for the Magic. Orlando is second in the NBA in defensive efficiency (only behind the Oklahoma City Thunder), and I want no part of betting the Over in a Magic game until something fundamentally changes with their defense.

BET UNDER 216.5 (-110).

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Utah Jazz at San Antonio Spurs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Utah Jazz at San Antonio Spurs odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Jazz (3-11) and San Antonio Spurs (7-8) meet Thursday. Tip-off from Frost Bank Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Jazz vs. Spurs odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Jazz are coming off a cover as 10.5-point underdogs in a 124-118 loss at the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday with the Over (234) hitting. Utah is 0-3 straight up (SU) and 2-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last 3 games.

The Spurs upset the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder 110-104 as 9.5-point underdogs Tuesday while the Under (222.5) hit. F Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 22 points off the bench.

The road team has won and covered each meeting this season, while the Under has gone 2-0. In the most recent meeting Nov. 9, Utah won 111-110 as a 6.5-point underdog at San Antonio while the Under (221.5) cashed. Spurs C Victor Wembanyama had 24 points, 16 rebounds and 7 blocks in the losing effort, but he’ll be sidelined Thursday with a knee injury.

Jazz 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 9:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jazz +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Spurs -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jazz +2.5 (-110) | Spurs -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jazz at Spurs key injuries

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (plantar fasciitis) questionable
C Walker Kessler (hip) out

Spurs

F Zach Collins (knee) questionable
G Chris Paul (thumb) probable
F Jeremy Sochan (thumb) out
G Devin Vassell (knee) out
C Victor Wembanyama (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Jazz at Spurs picks and predictions

Prediction

Jazz 115, Spurs 114

Moneyline

The JAZZ (+120) may be on a 3-game skid, but they have gone 2-1 ATS, and they almost covered in the lone ATS loss — a 116-105 setback as 9.5-point underdogs at the LA Clippers Sunday.

I prefer backing a team like the Jazz, who have been playing slightly above expectation and losing close, over the injury-riddled Spurs who are coming off an upset win over the best team in the West on national TV Tuesday.

Expect San Antonio to have a let-down game.

BET JAZZ (+120).

Against the spread

I’m not against playing Utah +2.5 (-110), but I prefer the ML at plus odds considering how injured the Spurs are.

PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

The Under has hit in the Spurs’ last 2 games without Wembanyama, but it was odd that they managed to hold Oklahoma City to just 104 points Tuesday. San Antonio coming off such a fluky performance against the Thunder makes me want to fade its defense entirely.

BET OVER 223.5 (-110).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Toronto Raptors odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Toronto Raptors (3-12) welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves (8-6) to Scotiabank Arena Thursday. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs. Raptors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Timberwolves lead 1-0

The Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 120-117 Sunday, closing as 7.5-point home favorites. They have rattled off back-to-back wins yet are 2-3 over their last 5 games. Minnesota is just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in its last 5 and 5-9 ATS on the season.

The Raptors snapped a 7-game losing streak with a 130-119 home win over the Indiana Pacers Monday, closing as 3.5-point underdogs. They are 1-7 over their last 8, going 4-4 ATS. Toronto is led by G RJ Barrett, who is averaging 23.2 points per game.

Timberwolves at Raptors 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 8 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Raptors +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread: Timberwolves -7.5 (-110) | Raptors +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Raptors key injuries

Timberwolves

G Mike Conley (toe) questionable
G Donte DiVincenzo (back) questionable

Raptors

F Scottie Barnes (eye) questionable
F Kelly Olynyk (back) out
G Immanuel Quickley (elbow) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Timberwolves at Raptors picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 109, Raptors 104

Moneyline

PASS.

The Timberwolves are the rightful favorites, but are too expensive to play straight up here.

Similarly, the Raptors haven’t played well enough to back at home. Avoid a moneyline play.

Against the spread

BET RAPTORS +7.5 (-110).

The Raptors haven’t won consistently this season, but they have covered. They are 10-5 ATS on the season and 5-2 ATS at home. Toronto’s last 2 losses have by 3 and 4 points. It has kept games close.

The Wolves are 2-3 over their last 5, going 1-4 ATS. They have allowed 122 or more points in 3 of their last 5 games and are just 3-4 ATS on the road this season.

Back RAPTORS +7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 225.5 (-110).

The Raptors will be without a few key weapons in Quickley and Olynyk. They have scored 103 or fewer points in 4 of their last 6 games and are 2-5 O/U in their last 7.

Minnesota is 3-2 O/U in its last 5 games yet has also scored 108 or fewer points in 3 of 5. Neither team ranks in the top 10 in pace, so this might not be a high-tempo game either.

With that in mind, back UNDER 225.5 (-110).

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Detroit Pistons at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Detroit Pistons at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Charlotte Hornets (5-9) welcome the Detroit Pistons (7-9) to Spectrum Center Thursday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pistons vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Hornets lead 1-0 with 108-107 home win on Nov. 6

The Hornets lost to the Brooklyn Nets 116-115 Tuesday, closing as a 1.5-point road underdog. They were led by F Brandon Miller, who went for 29 points on 11-of-17 shooting. Charlotte has lost 4 of its last 5 games, but is 5-2 against the spread (ATS) over its last 7 games. It has won 3 straight at home.

The Pistons lost to the Chicago Bulls 122-112 at home Monday, closing as a 4-point favorite. G Cade Cunningham led the charge with 26 points and 4 triples. Detroit has won 3 of its last 5 games and has rattled off 2 straight wins over non-playoff teams in the Eastern Conference (the Washington Wizards and Toronto Raptors). It is 9-6-1 ATS on the season.

Pistons 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 at 6:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Hornets -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons -1.5 (+100) | Hornets +1.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pistons at Hornets key injuries

Pistons

F Ausar Thompson (reconditioning)

Hornets

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

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pistons at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Pistons 114, Hornets 110

Moneyline

BET PISTONS (-115).

The Pistons are a more efficient offense. With both teams being dependent on their guard play, the Pistons top 2 scoring options shoot over 44% from the field while the top 3 options for Charlotte fail to hit that mark.

Charlotte has lost 4 of its last 5 games and 7 of its last 10 as well. The Pistons, who have won 2 of their last 3, are coming off a loss and have won their last 5 games following a defeat.

Considering those trends, BACK PISTONS (-115).

Against the spread

PASS.

Considering the Hornets just lost, yet covered as a 1.5-point underdog Tuesday, avoid a spread play and take the straight-up moneyline option regardless.

Over/Under

BET OVER 220.5 (-110).

With Bridges back and healthy, the Hornets have found their rhythm offensively, scoring at least 114 in 3 straight games. They are 3-0 O/U in those, having allowed at least 114 points in 4 straight.

Detroit is 3-4 O/U in its last 7 games and has allowed at least 120 points in 3 of its last 5. It has eclipsed 110 points in 4 of its last 5. With those trends in mind, TAKE OVER 220.5 (-110).

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Indiana Pacers at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Indiana Pacers at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers (6-8) match up against the Houston Rockets (10-5) Wednesday at Toyota Center. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pacers vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Pacers won 2-0 last year

The Pacers laid an egg at the Toronto Raptors Monday with a 130-119 defeat as 3.5-point favorites. C Myles Turner missed that one, and the team allowed the most points it had in 9 games. G Bennedict Mathurin continued his breakout season with 28 points and 5 boards on 4-for-6 shooting from downtown.

The Rockets were nipped 101-100 by the Milwaukee Bucks Monday as 3.5-point dogs. G Fred VanVleet dropped 26 points with 6 boards and 5 dimes. G Jalen Green had 21 points and 9 boards, but he’s a question mark for this one.

Pacers at Rockets 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 1:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Rockets -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread: Pacers +6.5 (-110) | Rockets -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Rockets key injuries

Pacers

G Andrew Nembhard (knee) out
G Aaron Nesmith (ankle) out
C Myles Turner (calf) questionable
C James Wiseman (Achilles) out

Rockets

C N’Faly Dante (ankle) out
G Jalen Green (illness) questionable
G Cam Whitmore (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pacers at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 102, Pacers 100

Moneyline

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said that Turner is expected to play in this one. As for the Rockets and Green, we’re not expected to get word on him until closer to gametime. If Green does not go, the Pacers have a big-time mismatch in the backcourt.

G Tyrese Haliburton is struggling with his shot, but VanVleet can’t guard him. F Dillon Brooks is 6-foot-6, 225 pounds, and he’ll probably be on Mathurin. Who checks Haliburton? I look for him to have a field day.

Take TYRESE HALIBURTON OVER 31.5 POINTS+REBOUNDS+ASSISTS (-110).

Against the spread

I love the PACERS +6.5 (-110), and frankly, I could see them winning. I give the Rockets the edge, though, because they’re at home, and the Pacers are going to have trouble with C Alperen Sengun underneath.

Over/Under

Houston is a great defensive team as they rank third in defensive rating in the league. The Under has cashed in 3 of 5 matchups, and all of those were in Houston.

I like the UNDER 231.5 (-110).

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Orlando Magic at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Orlando Magic at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (9-6) and LA Clippers (8-7) meet Wednesday. Tip-off from Intuit Dome is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Magic vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers swept 2-0 last season

The Magic are coming off a 109-99 win as 4.5-point favorites at the Phoenix Suns Monday with the Under (212) hitting. F Franz Wagner had a game-high 32 points for Orlando, which has won and covered 6 straight games.

The Clippers upset the visiting Golden State Warriors 102-99 as 5-point underdogs Monday while the Under (226) cashed. G Norman Powell led LA with 23 points, but he’ll be sidelined Wednesday with a hamstring injury.

The Clippers covered both meetings last season as the Over/Under (O/U) went 0-1-1. In the final meeting March 29, LA won 100-97 as a 1.5-point favorite at Orlando while the Under (212.5) hit. F Kawhi Leonard, who has not played this season due to a knee injury, led all scorers with 29 points in the March victory.

Magic at Clippers 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 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Magic -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Clippers +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Magic -3.5 (-110) | Clippers +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 205.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Magic at Clippers key injuries

Magic

F Paolo Banchero (oblique) out
C Wendell Carter Jr. (foot) questionable

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Norman Powell (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Magic at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Magic 103, Clippers 100

Moneyline

I want no part of betting the Clippers without Powell, who is having a career year averaging 23.3 points per game on 48.7-percent shooting from 3.

The Magic are among the hottest teams in the league right now and will be looking for revenge after dropping both meetings last season.

BET MAGIC (-165).

Against the spread

This seems like the perfect number to me. If I were forced to bet it, I would lean Magic -3.5 (-110), but the ML at -165 is definitely the safer option.

PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

This number is a little low, but how productive will the Clippers offense be without its scoring leader this season in Powell? The O/U is already 5-10 on the season for LA and 6-9 for Orlando.

The final meeting last season had just 197 total points scored, and Wednesday should play out in a similar fashion.

BET UNDER 205.5 (-110).

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Atlanta Hawks at Golden State Warriors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Hawks at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Hawks (7-8) and Golden State Warriors (10-3) meet Wednesday. Tip-off from Chase Center is set for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Warriors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split 1-1 last season

The Warriors are coming off a 102-99 loss as 5-point favorites at the LA Clippers Monday with the Under (226) hitting. G Stephen Curry had a game-high 26 points for the Warriors, who snapped a 3-game win streak.

Atlanta won 109-108 as a 4-point underdog at the Sacramento Kings Monday as the Under (235.5) cashed. F De’Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 24 points off the bench, and G Dyson Daniels had a block in the final seconds to seal the win.

The home team won and covered both meetings last season, while the Over went 2-0. In the final meeting Feb. 3, Atlanta won 141-134 in OT as a 2-point favorite while the Over (246) hit. Curry had 60 points in the loss on 22-of-38 shooting from the field and 10-of-23 from 3.

Hawks at Warriors 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 11:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hawks +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Warriors -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Hawks +8.5 (-115) | Warriors -8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 239.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Hawks at Warriors key injuries

Hawks

F Jalen Johnson (leg) questionable

Warriors

F Kyle Anderson (neck) questionable
G Stephen Curry (knee) probable
C Kevon Looney (illness) probable
G De’Anthony Melton (ACL) out

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Hawks at Warriors picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 123, Hawks 120

Moneyline

The Warriors (-350) have not lost back-to-back games all season, but the bid-ask difference is too high in this market.

PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

The Hawks have won 3 of 4 and covered 5 of their last 7 games.

While Golden State has played well, too — its 9-4 ATS record is third-best in the NBA — 8.5 is too high of a spread for a Hawks team that hasn’t lost by 9-plus on the road since Oct. 30.

BET HAWKS +8.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Over is 11-4 for the Hawks on the season and 9-4 for the Warriors. This total seems high, but the Over has hit in 5 of the last 6 meetings, with an average of 253.7 points per game being scored.

BET OVER 239.5 (-105).

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Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Bulls (6-9) and Milwaukee Bucks (5-9) meet Wednesday in a Central Division matchup. Tip-off from Fiserv Forum is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bulls vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Chicago leads 1-0

Chicago beat the Detroit Pistons 122-112 Monday while covering as a 4-point road underdog. The Bulls shot 48.4% from the field and an amazing 50% from deep. Chicago also had 3 starters score 25 or more points (G Zach LaVine, C Nikola Vucevic and G Coby White).

Milwaukee escaped with a 101-100 win over the visiting Houston Rockets Monday, failing to cover as a 3.5-point favorite. C Brook Lopez was the star of the show for the Bucks, as he had 27 points, 10 boards and 4 blocks on 11-of-15 shooting. The Bucks held the Rockets to just 28.1% (9-of-32) from deep.

Bulls at Bucks odds

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Moneyline (ML): Bulls +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Bucks -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls +8.5 (-110) | Bucks -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 239.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Bulls at Bucks key injuries

Bulls

G Lonzo Ball (wrist) out
F Patrick Williams (foot) questionable

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) out

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Bulls at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 123, Bulls 117

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bucks (-350) should win, but they are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy favorites, especially not with their play this year. Pass here, and bet the spread and/or O/U instead.

Against the spread

BET BULLS +8.5 (-110).

Chicago is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games overall and 3-1 ATS in its last 4 on the road. The Bulls have also covered the spread in 4 of the last 5 meetings.

The Bucks have underperformed this year, so even though they are the much more talented team, I expect the Bulls to make this a close game.

Over/Under

BET OVER 239.5 (-105).

The Over has hit in 3 of Chicago’s last 4 overall and is 2-1 in its last 3 on the road. The Over is also 9-6 on the season for the Bulls.

For Milwaukee, the Over is 2-1 in its last 3 games. The Over has also hit in 3 of the last 4 meetings.

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New York Knicks at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s New York Knicks at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Knicks (8-6) and Phoenix Suns (9-6) meet Wednesday. Tip-off from Footprint Center is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Knicks vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split 1-1 last season

The Knicks have won 3 straight games and open a 5-game road trip Wednesday. They are coming off a 134-106 win as 14.5-point home favorites vs. the Washington Wizards Monday with the Over (233) cashing.

The Suns have been reeling without F Kevin Durant (calf) and G Bradley Beal (calf). They have lost 4 games in a row after a 9-2 start to the season. Their most recent game was a 109-99 home loss as 4.5-point underdogs vs. the Orlando Magic Monday while the Under (212) hit.

Knicks at Suns odds

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Moneyline (ML): Knicks -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Suns +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks -4.5 (-115) | Suns +4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Knicks at Suns key injuries

Knicks

G Miles McBride (knee) out
C Mitchell Robinson (ankle) out

Suns

G Bradley Beal (calf) out
F Kevin Durant (calf) out
C Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Knicks at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 112, Suns 104

Moneyline

The Suns have struggled without 2 of their 3 stars, and if Nurkic is out, as well, G Devin Booker will be their only reliable offensive threat. They have averaged 100.8 points in their 4-game skid, being held under 105 three times and under 100 twice.

The Knicks have scored 114 or more points in 4 straight games.

The Suns will continue their slide without Beal and Durant, but the -210 odds make the moneyline not worth the action unless it is part of a parlay.

PASS.

Against the spread

Seven of the Knicks’ 8 wins this season have been by more than 5 points.

Of the Suns’ 5 losses in the last 6 games, 4 have been by more than 5 points.

BET KNICKS -4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Three of the last 4 for the Knicks have surpassed the projected total for this matchup.

However, with the Suns struggling to score points, and since their opponents have scored 116 or fewer in 7 of the last 10 games, it’s going to be hard to get to 223.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-105).

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Portland Trail Blazers at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Oklahoma City Thunder odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (6-8) visit the Oklahoma City Thunder (11-4) Wednesday. Tip-off from Paycom Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Thunder lead 1-0

Portland has won 3 games in a row after taking down the Atlanta Hawks 114-110 Sunday as a 4-point home underdog. G Shaedon Sharpe scored a game-high 32 points.

Oklahoma City has lost back-to-back games after falling 110-104 at the San Antonio Spurs Tuesday as a 9.5-point favorite. G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 32 points while F Jalen Williams (27 points, 10 rebounds) added a double-double.

Trail Blazers at Thunder 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 9:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +575 (bet $100 to win $575) | Thunder -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +12.5 (-110) | Thunder -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Trail Blazers at Thunder key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (finger) doubtful
G Anfernee Simons (illness) questionable

Thunder

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

C Isaiah Hartenstein (hand) out
F Chet Holmgren (pelvic fracture) out
G Isaiah Joe (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Thunder picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 117, Trail Blazers 111

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Thunder (-900) to win Wednesday.

Against the spread

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +12.5 (-110).

The Trail Blazers have won and covered 3 straight games, all as underdogs. They have covered 3 of their last 5 road games and are 4-2 ATS as underdogs of 8 or more points in their last 10 games.

Oklahoma City has failed to cover back-to-back games, losing both straight up as a favorite. It is 3-4-1 ATS in its last 8 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 223.5 (-115).

Portland has scored 114 or more points in 2 of its last 3 games and allowed 108 or more in 5 of its last 6.

Oklahoma City has scored 116 or more points in 5 of its last 8 games while allowing 110 or more in 2 straight.

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