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Brooklyn Nets at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Miami Heat (13-13) welcome the Brooklyn Nets (11-17) to Kaseya Center Monday. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Nets vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split last season 2-2

The Heat lost 121-114 as 2-point underdogs at the Orlando Magic Saturday. They were led by a 23-point performance from C Bam Adebayo, shooting 8-for-15 from the field. Miami has lost 3 in a row yet is still 4-3 over its last 7. It is 3-6 against the spread (ATS) in its last 9 games and 11-15 ATS on the season.

The Nets lost 105-94 as 1.5-point home favorites vs. the Utah Jazz Saturday. F Cam Johnson led the way with 18 points, but commited 6 turnovers. Brooklyn has lost 4 of its last 5 games and 3 in a row at home, but is 3-3 ATS over its last 6. The Nets are 16-11-1 ATS on the season.

Nets at Heat odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nets +360 (bet $100 to win $360) | Heat -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
Against the spread: Nets +10.5 (-110) | Heat -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 212.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Nets at Heat key injuries

Nets

F Bojan Bogdanovic (foot) out
F Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) questionable
G De’Anthony Melton (knee) out
G Cam Thomas (hamstring) out
F Ziaire Williams (knee) out

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (stomach) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Nets at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 115, Nets 104

Moneyline

PASS.

The Heat (-500) are rightfully heavy favorites, but considering the value, they should be avoided to win outright. The Nets, who have lost 7 of their last 9 games, haven’t played well enough to assume they can pull off the upset.

Against the spread

BET HEAT -10.5 (-110).

The Heat have covered well at home as of late. They are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 at Kaseya Center and have wins over teams like Cleveland and Phoenix. Miami has scored at least 114 points in 5 of its last 6 at home, so it should have the firepower to pull ahead.

The Nets, down their leading scorer in Thomas, have scored 101 or fewer points in 3 straight games and are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 as favorites of 7 or greater. Considering those trends, back HEAT -10.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 212.5 (-115).

The Nets have gone Over in 3 of their last 5 games, and their defense has been a major problem, allowing 130 or more points in 2 of their last 4. Brooklyn is 3-2 O/U in its last 5 on the road.

The Heat are 5-2 O/U in their last 7 games and have scored at least 114 points in 6 of their last 7, allowing more than 100 in 6 in a row as well. Miami is 15-11 O/U on the season.

Play OVER 212.5 (-115).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Hawks (14-15) welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-13) to State Farm Arena Monday. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs. Hawks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

The Timberwolves lost to the Golden State Warriors 113-103 Saturday, closing as 4-point home favorites. G Anthony Edwards had 19 points on 6-for-20 shooting to lead Minnesota, which has dropped 2 straight games. Despite the back-to-back losses, the Timberwolves are still 6-3 straight up (SU) and 5-4 against the spread (ATS) in their last 9. Minnesota is 11-16 ATS on the season.

The Hawks, who were without their leading scorer in G Trae Young (heel), lost 128-112 as 1.5-point underdogs vs. the visiting Memphis Grizzlies Saturday. Atlanta is on a 3-game SU/ATS skid. It is 7-4 SU and 5-6 ATS in its last 11 games. The Hawks are 11-18 ATS on the season.

Timberwolves at Hawks 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 9:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Hawks +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves -3.5 (-115) | Hawks +3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Timberwolves at Hawks key injuries

Timberwolves

None

Hawks

G Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) questionable
C Onyeka Okongwu (knee) out
G Trae Young (heel) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Timberwolves at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 115, Hawks 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Hawks could get Young back, but he’ll still be nursing his heel injury. Atlanta has struggled as of late and isn’t worth taking as a home underdog. With Minnesota (-175) better played on the spread, avoid the moneyline.

Against the spread

BET TIMBERWOLVES -3.5 (-115).

The Timberwolves are 5-3 ATS in their last 8 games and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 on the road. Minnesota’s defense has allowed 92 or fewer points in 6 of its last 9 games, so it should be able to limit the Hawks enough to cover Monday.

The Hawks were destroyed without Young and didn’t have that go-to option Saturday. They have lost 3 straight and started the season losing 7 of their first 11. Without an early-season 6-game win streak (Nov. 27-Dec.6), they would be far worse record-wise. Atlanta is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games and 0-3 ATS in its last 3 at home.

Play TIMBERWOLVES -3.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 222.5 (-115).

The Hawks play at a rapid pace and defend little. They have allowed 130.5 points per game over their last 2 games and given up at least 128 points in 4 of their last 6. Atlanta is 4-2 O/U in its last 6 games and 19-10 O/U on the season.

The Wolves are 13-14 O/U on the season and 2-3 O/U in their last 5 games, scoring at least 106 points in 6 of their last 8. Despite their strong defense, expect tempo to be the bigger factor for the Hawks, who are the 3rd in the NBA in pace.

Back OVER 222.5 (-115).

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Washington Wizards at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Wizards at Oklahoma City Thunder odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (4-22) and Oklahoma City Thunder (22-5) meet Monday at the Paycom Center. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Wizards vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

Washington dropped its fourth game in 5 outings Saturday, losing 112-101 to the Milwaukee Bucks. The Wizards failed to cover as 8.5-point road underdogs as the Under 219.5 cashed. G Jordan Poole led the team with 26 points and had 5 rebounds, and 3 assists. G Bilal Coulibaly recorded his first double-double with 20 points and 12 rebounds while adding 5 assists, 3 steals, and a block, but he is questionable for this game.

The Thunder won for the seventh time in 8 games Friday, defeating the Miami Heat 104-97. They covered as 1-point road favorites as the Under 217.5 hit. F Jalen Williams led all scorers with 33 points, adding 6 rebounds and 4 assists. C Isaiah Hartenstein recorded his third straight double-double, finishing with 13 points and 18 rebounds.

Wizards 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 5:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Thunder -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +18.5 (-115) | Thunder -18.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Wizards at Thunder key injuries

Wizards

G Bilal Coulibaly (groin) questionable
F Kyle Kuzma (ribs) out

Thunder

None

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Wizards at Thunder picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 132, Wizards 105

Moneyline

PASS.

The Thunder (-2500) are huge favorites for a reason — they are very good and the Wizards (+1100) are very bad. They will win this game at home, but no way can you bet these outrageous odds. Take your wagers to the spread and/or total.

Against the spread

BET THUNDER -18.5 (-105).

This line seems a bit steep to me, but the the Northwest Division leaders are among the top teams in the NBA. The Thunder are 6-1-1 ATS over their last 8 games, with 2 of those covers coming as double-digit favorites. The Wizards, on the other hand, just can’t get it done defensively, allowing a league-worst 122.2 points per game (PPG). They have a dismal 1-11 road record, going 4-7-1 ATS.

Washington faces a Thunder team that ranks as the best defensive squad in the league, allowing just 102.9 PPG. Oklahoma City has dominated recently, winning the last 4 meetings. The Thunder are 7-2 in their last 9 games against the Wizards, including 4-1 at home. In the last meeting in February, OKC trounced the Wizards 147-106. With the Thunder’s current form, it’s hard not to expect another lopsided victory for Oklahoma City.

Over/Under

BET OVER 223.5 (-105).

Initially, I was leaning toward betting the Under, considering the Thunder are the best defensive team in the league. They’ve hit the Under in 5 straight games, while the Wizards have gone Under in 3 of their last 4.

However, I’m backing the Over because 5 of their last 6 game against Washington have gone Over. Their most recent game totaled 253 points. Washington has the worst defense in the league so the Thunder should have no trouble putting up big numbers against them.

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Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (5-24) welcome the Denver Nuggets (14-11) to Smoothie King Center Sunday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Nuggets vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Pelicans lead 1-0 with 101-94 win at home Nov. 15

The Pelicans have lost 6 games in a row after a 104-93 loss at home against the New York Knicks Saturday, closing as an 8-point underdog. They were led by F Trey Murphy III, who scored 26 points. New Orleans is 2-4 against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 and 10-19 ATS on the season.

The Nuggets lost to the Portland Trail Blazers 126-124 Thursday, closing as an 8-point road favorite. C Nikola Jokic scored a team-high 34 points on 13-for-18 shooting. Denver has won 3 of its last 4 games, but is just 3-5 ATS in its last 8. It is 10-14-1 ATS on the season.

Nuggets 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 9:17 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nuggets -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Pelicans +333 (bet $100 to win $333)
Against the spread (ATS): Nuggets -9.5 (-110) | Pelicans +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Nuggets at Pelicans key injuries

Nuggets

G Christian Braun (back) probable
F Dario Saric (ankle) doubtful

Pelicans

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

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

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Nuggets at Pelicans picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 121, Pelicans 114

Moneyline

PASS.

The Nuggets are a sizable favorite and are too expensive to play to win outright. Similarly, the Pelicans have played too poorly to consider here as a hefty underdog. Avoid this play.

Against the spread

BET PELICANS +9.5 (-110).

The Nuggets haven’t covered as well as of late and have struggled ATS on the road this season. They are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 road games, going 6-8 ATS in away games this season. Denver’s defense has been atrocious, allowing at least 122 points in 4 of its last 6 games, so it might not be able to pull away by a margin of this size.

The Pelicans have lost 5 straight, but have lost 3 of those by a margin of this size or fewer. New Orleans has scored at least 109 points in 6 of its last 8 games. Take PELICANS +9.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 231.5 (-115).

Neither team has played much defense over the last few weeks. The Pelicans are 5-3 O/U in their last 8, allowing at least 119 points in 6 of those performances.

The Nuggets, who are 3-1 O/U in their last 4 games, have allowed 127.5 points per game over their last 2. They are 16-8-1 O/U on the season. Back OVER 231.5 (-115).

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Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers (13-15) continue their West Coast road trip at the Sacramento Kings (13-16) Sunday. Tip-off from Golden 1 Center is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pacers vs. Kings odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

Indiana beat the Phoenix Suns 120-111 as a 6-point road underdog Thursday while the Under (235.5) cashed.

Indiana’s big advantage was in the turnover battle, which the Pacers won 16-9. The Pacers have won 3 straight games and scored at least 120 points in 4 of their last 5 wins.

The Kings are coming off 2 straight losses at home to the Los Angeles Lakers. After dropping the Thursday opener 113-100 as 4.5-point favorites, they wrapped up the 2-game set with a 103-99 setback Saturday while laying 4 points — the Under hit in both games.

G De’Aaron Fox dropped 31 points, but it was not enough to overcome his team’s 27% shooting from deep. The Kings have dropped 3 consecutive games and been held to 100 points or fewer in 2 straight.

Pacers 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 9:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Kings -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers +2.5 (-115) | Kings -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Kings key injuries

Pacers

F Aaron Nesmith (ankle) out

Kings

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

None

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Pacers at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 122, Kings 120

Moneyline

PASS.

I like the Pacers to win here as slight +110 underdogs, but there is a lot of risk with this bet.

For example, Sacramento played Saturday, which means the Kings could be tired, but it could also lead to them having more motivation, as they won’t want to lose both games on the back-to-back.

I also am taking the points with Indiana, and I am not a fan of doubling down on a team’s ML and its spread. If you are okay with the risk, then placing a small wager on both bets for Indiana is okay, but I recommend passing to play the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET PACERS +2.5 (-115).

The Pacers have covered the spread in 3 consecutive games and are 4-1 ATS in their last 5, while Sacramento has dropped 4 straight ATS. The Pacers have also covered the last 2 meetings between these teams.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 236.5 (-110).

The Over has been safer for both teams this season at 16-11-1 for Indiana and 15-14 for Sacramento. The Over has also hit in the last 2 meetings.

For Indiana to win this game, its offense will have to produce at a high rate, making the Over slightly safer for this game.

This is a lean because there is no real advantage for either team’s Over or Under recently, so this bet is nearly a 50-50 toss-up.

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Houston Rockets at Toronto Raptors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Rockets at Toronto Raptors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (18-9) and Toronto Raptors (7-21) meet Sunday. Tip-off from Scotiabank Arena is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Rockets vs. Raptors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

Houston destroyed the New Orleans Pelicans 133-113 Thursday while covering as a 9.5-point favorite. G Jalen Green scored 34 points with C Alperen Sengun adding 23 and F Dillon Brooks scoring 26 points. Every starter finished with a +/- of at least +15 against NOLA.

Toronto lost 101-94 at home to the Brooklyn Nets Thursday as a 2-point favorite. Toronto’s downfall was its inability to rebound the ball as the Raptors only grabbed 34 boards to Brooklyn’s 53. The Raptors have lost 6 straight games.

Rockets 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 7:11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Raptors +275 (bet $100 to win $275)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets -8.5 (-105) | Raptors +8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Rockets at Raptors key injuries

Rockets

F Tari Eason (leg) out

Raptors

G Davion Mitchell (shoulder) questionable
C Jakob Poeltl (groin) out

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Rockets at Raptors picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 114, Raptors 108

Moneyline

PASS.

The Rockets will pick up the win here as they are simply the much better and hotter team, but no team favored as heavily as -350 is ever worth the risk of betting on. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET RAPTORS +8.5 (-115).

Toronto has covered the spread in 3 of its last 5 games and is 6-3-1 ATS in its last 10 games. The Raptors have also done very well against the spread this season, sitting at 18-9-1 ATS.

Be aware that the Rockets are 17-10 ATS this season, so this will be a close call.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 222.5 (-115).

The Under has hit in 3 of Toronto’s last 4 games and is 15-13 for the Raptors this season. For Houston, the Under is 2-1 in its last 3 games and 14-13.

The Under becomes a lot safer thanks to Houston’s defense that allows just 106.4 PPG.

This is a lean as the Over/Under numbers have been very even for both squads this season.

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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

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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

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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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