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Detroit Pistons at Philadelphia 76ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Detroit Pistons at Philadelphia 76ers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The winless Detroit Pistons (0-3) travel east to take on the Philadelphia 76ers (2-2) at Wells Fargo Center Thursday. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Pistons vs. 76ers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Pistons are the lone NBA team without a win after the predicted Oklahoma City Thunder victory Wednesday night.

Detroit is led by the talented SG Saddiq Bey and SF Jerami Grant. Grant missed the Pistons’ last game as a game-time decision and seems likely to play against Philly. Detroit hasn’t had an easy schedule so far, with games against the Chicago Bulls twice and the Atlanta Hawks, and the Sixers won’t help much there.

Philadelphia is coming off a 13-point loss to the New York Knicks. The 76ers have only dropped games to New York and the Brooklyn Nets, two respectable losses. They’re clearly hurting without the talent of three-time All-Star G Ben Simmons who remains on the sidelines.

Pistons at 76ers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Money line: Pistons +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | 76ers -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +10.5 (-115) | 76ers -10.5 (-107)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Pistons at 76ers key injuries

Pistons

SF Jerami Grant (left elbow) questionable
SG Cade Cunningham (G-League assignment) out

76ers

C Joel Embiid (right knee) questionable
PG Shake Milton (right ankle) questionable
PG Ben Simmons (personal) out

Pistons at 76ers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Pistons 103, 76ers 101

Money line

PASS on the money line, although I like the Pistons. It’s less about calling the upset and more about finding value when the matchups present themselves. The Pistons didn’t have Grant, their best player, against the Hawks.

Grant should be back, and I’d also think Embiid’s questionable tag is more likely to be doubtful. Pistons C Isaiah Stewart should be able to impact his efficiency even if he’s in.

Nonetheless, I’m still passing as getting points is the way to go here.

Against the spread

BET on the PISTONS +10.5 (-115) as the best value.

While Detroit hasn’t shown much, the market seems to be overkilling a Sixers team that heavily relies on the three. Philadelphia is the fourth-most efficient team from deep.

Along those lines, the Sixers are dead last in PACE, showing how slow they play and how dependent they are in the half-court setting. They may struggle to find an identity without their two main stars if Embiid misses this one.

I also favor the Pistons for how Grant, PF Kelly Olynyk or Stewart match up with the likes of PF Tobias Harris. Oddly enough, the Pistons rank in the top ten in defensive rating.

They should be able to hold the Sixers down with their length, especially if Grant is able to play.

Over/Under

BET on the UNDER 214.5 (-112) as great value.

While it’s on the lower side, the Pistons rank dead last in offensive rating at 91. The second-worst team is over 100. Detroit has struggled to score.

The Sixers rank in the top five of offensive rating but have the slowest moving offense in the NBA, preferring the half court setting than transition, especially without Simmons.

If one of Embiid or Grant decides to rest, which does feel likely, the amount of playmaking would take a drastic hit and the Under should hit. That feels like the more possible side.

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Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thursday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Thursday brings more NBA action as the Memphis Grizzlies (2-2) play the second game of a back-to-back on the road. They fave the Golden State Warriors (4-0). Thursday’s tip time is 10 p.m. ET at Chase Center. Below, we look at the Grizzlies vs, Warriors odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Grizzlies started the season 2-0 but now have lost two in a row. They are playing their fourth road game in a row. They were beaten 116-96 by the Portland Trail Blazers Wednesday night. Five players are averaging double figures in scoring on the team, but PG Ja Morant is lighting it up to start the year, averaging 30.5 points per game.

The Warriors are off to an unbeaten start, although they have trailed in every game at halftime. PG Stephen Curry is averaging 29.0 points per game to start the year, and three others are averaging more than 14 points per game.

Grizzlies at Warriors odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

Money line: Grizzlies +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Warriors -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies +5.5 (-108) | Warriors -5.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

Grizzlies at Warriors key injuries

Grizzlies

F Dillon Brooks (hand) out

Warriors

SG Klay Thompson (Achilles) out
C James Wiseman (knee) out

Grizzlies at Warriors odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 120, Warriors 115

Money line

The Grizzlies, before Wednesday night, were putting up points. They scored 118 or more in each of their first three games.

The Warriors have been playing with fire so far, having trailed at halftime in every game this season.

A Morant vs. Curry battle is going to be fun to watch. Tonight, expect the young star to have the edge as the Grizzlies look to end a two-game losing streak. The Warriors have to lose sometime. Tonight is likely that night.

Take the GRIZZLIES (+180).

Against the spread

The Grizzlies are 3-1 ATS this season and have been underdogs in three of four games so far. They are 2-1 ATS in those games.

The Warriors are 2-2 ATS and have been favored in their last three contests, going 1-2 ATS in those games. They have failed to cover the spread in either game that they were favored by at least four points.

Naturally, believing the Grizzlies will win this game outright, I’ve got them covering this game, which gives you a few points to play with if you don’t have the confidence level to bet the money line on them.

Take the GRIZZLIES +5.5 (-108).

Over/Under

The Grizzlies scored 118 or more points in each of their first three games before being held to 96 Wednesday night. Wednesday’s loss was their only game to stay Under the projected total this season.

The Warriors have had only one game go Over the projected total and have not hit the over in the last three games.

They have scored 115 points or more in three of their four games.

Tonight should be a basketfest, with Curry and Morant leading the way.

Take OVER 232.5 (-115).

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LA Lakers at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

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

The Los Angeles Lakers (2-2) will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder (0-4) at Paycom Center tonight. Tip is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Lakers at Thunder odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

With both teams coming off a game yesterday, the Thunder should get a slight lean as they’re the healthier and younger team.

In an overtime thriller with the San Antonio Spurs, PF Anthony Davis went down. With SF LeBron James already out, the Lakers may struggle against one of the worst teams in the division.

The Thunder are coming off an 8-point home loss to the Warriors, their fourth straight. The Thunder and Detroit Pistons are the league’s lone winless teams.

They’ll look to change that Wednesday night against a shorthanded Lakers.

Lakers at Thunder odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 6:20 p.m. ET.

Money line: Lakers -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Thunder +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -4.5 (-110) | Thunder +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Lakers at Thunder key injuries

Lakers

PF Anthony Davis (right knee) questionable
SF Trevor Ariza (right ankle) out
SG Wayne Ellington (left hamstring) questionable
SF Talen Horton-Tucker (right thumb) out
SF LeBron James (right ankle) out
SG Kendrick Nunn (right knee) out

Thunder

C Mike Muscala (rest) out

Lakers at Thunder odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 108, Lakers 103

Money line

“LEAN” on the THUNDER (+155) as a great plus-money bet. PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is an ultra-talented guard, and he finally got going last night against the Warriors.

While the Thunder didn’t win, they did hold a lead for the bulk of the first half, losing after a 33-17 third-quarter from Golden State. They finally showed competence.

That said, the Lakers played an overtime game against the Spurs and have the oldest roster in the NBA, by a long shot. They should be worn down while the Thunder look spry.

That’s a key reason why I’m taking OKC.

Against the spread

BET the THUNDER +4.5 (-110) as Oklahoma City’s backcourt is aggressive and lengthy defensively.

The Thunder put up a strong fight against the Warriors. They came up short, but they did manage to cover the 9-point spread and hold two-time MVP PG Stephen Curry and rising star SG Jordan Poole to just 33 combined points.

With C Derrick Favors back in action after a game of rest, they should be able to hold down the LA frontcourt, especially with AD sounding more like he’ll be sidelined.

It’d be shocking to see him play on a back-to-back following an ankle injury, despite his questionable tag.

Nonetheless, lean to the Thunder; they’ll be at home and with a strong defensive backcourt. The Lakers backcourt will have to be their strength, and I’d bet against that happening… pun intended.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 215.5 (-112) as I feel the Lakers may struggle to score.

Even if Davis does play, he should see reduced minutes.

Without Davis and many of their key role players, as you can tell by the lengthy list above, the Lakers will be banking on a supernova performance from Russell Westbrook and Malik Monk to get the job done.

I’m not willing to bet they manage to up big-time points on an opposing backcourt of the 6-foot-3 215-pound SG Lu Dort and 6-foot-6 SGA.

Also, the Lakers rank outside the top ten in offensive rating with the Thunder in the bottom three. Without their two stars, the Lakers would likely be with OKC at the bottom of that rankings.

With that in mind, I’m leaning to the Under in this one.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (2-2) continue their five-game road trip with a stop at Staples Center to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (1-2) Wednesday. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.,m. ET. Below, we look at the Cavaliers vs. Clippers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Cavaliers have won their last two games to even their record on the season. They have not allowed more than 95 points in either game since allowing 123 or more points in two losses to open the year. Seven players are averaging at least 10 points per game, led by PG Collin Sexton‘s 19.0.

The Clippers picked up their first win Monday when they knocked off the Portland Trail Blazers 116-86. F Paul George is averaging 28.0 points per game so far this season.

Cavaliers at Clippers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:30 p.m. ET.

Money line: Cavaliers +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Clippers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers +7.5 (-102) | Clippers -7.5 (-122)
Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

Cavaliers at Clippers key injuries

Cavaliers

F Isaac Okoro (hamstring) doubtful

Clippers

F Serge Ibaka (back) out
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
F Marcus Morris Sr. (knee) out

Cavaliers at Clippers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 108, Cavaliers 103

Money line

PASS on the money line. The Clippers’ first two losses were to playoff-hopeful teams and then they blew the doors off the Trail Blazers. The value just isn’t here.

The Cavs have won two in a row over playoff teams from last season, but they’re still not expected to be a team who plays at that level consistently. They also aren’t worth a money line bet consistently over an expected contender.

Against the spread

While betting the Cavs on the money line is not necessarily the smartest bet yet, consider the spread. They have covered the spread as underdogs each of their last two games, their defense has improved and they are getting balanced scoring. Matching up with George will be a problem, but they will be in the game.

The Clippers are 2-1 ATS this season and 1-1 ATS as a favorite but have not had a spread this large yet.

Take the CAVALIERS +7.5 (-102).

Over/Under

The Cavs’ last two games have had totals under 200. Two of the Clippers’ three games have gone Under the projected total.

Both teams had Over percentages under 50% last season.

Take UNDER 218.5 (-107).

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Memphis Grizzlies at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and prediction

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

The Portland Trail Blazers (1-2) host the Memphis Grizzlies (2-1) Wednesday for a 10 p.m. ET tip-off at Moda Center. Below, we look at the Grizzlies vs. Trail Blazers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

Memphis lost a 121-118 thriller Sunday at the Los Angeles Lakers and covered as a 5-point underdog in its second straight game at Staples Center. The Grizzlies upset the Los Angeles Clippers 120-114 Friday as 4-point underdogs and have covered in all three games this season.

Portland got crushed on the road Monday by the Clippers 116-86 and Damian Lillard has really struggled out the gate. Dame Time is averaging just 17.0 points per game (PPG) on 45.4% true shooting (.360/.083/.929) with 7.3 assists per game.

The Grizzlies won and covered against the Trail Blazers in two of their three regular-season meetings last year. Memphis guard Ja Morant has beaten Dame in three of their five all-time meetings and is 2-2-1 in their points scored comparison.

Grizzlies at Trail Blazers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:50 p.m. ET.

Money line: Grizzlies +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Trail Blazers -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies +2.5 (-108) | Trail Blazers -2.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

Grizzlies at Trail Blazers key injuries

Grizzlies

SF Dillon Brooks (hand) out

Trail Blazers

SF Norman Powell (knee) questionable
SF Tony Snell (foot) out

Grizzlies at Trail Blazers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 118, Trail Blazers 112

Money line

GIMME the GRIZZLIES (+115) for a half unit because they have the best player on the floor and Memphis’s physical style plays better under the NBA’s updated officiating compared to Portland’s finesse style of play.

The Grizzlies acquired big Steven Adams this offseason which automatically gives them an edge for interior presence and Morant attacks the basket with as much ferocity as anyone in the Association.

While I expect Dame to get it going offensively eventually, I also would bet that Morant takes his spot in this year’s NBA All-Star Game.

It’s only been three games, but Morant has the second-highest PER of any starter in the league (34.4) and Dame time is well behind him with a 13.6 PER.

I’m a huge fan of the pieces the Grizzlies have surrounded Morant with and when they get Brooks back they’ll be contending for a non-play-in postseason berth.

Against the spread

BET GRIZZLIES +2.5 (-108) for 1 unit until this number gets to 2 or lower then I’d just stick with Memphis’s money line.

This is a “Pros vs. Joe’s” game in the betting market with the presumed sharp money being on the Grizzlies and the public riding with the Heat, according to Pregame.com. Oddsmakers have reacted by taking Memphis down from a 4.5-point underdog on the opener to the current price.

Over/Under

PASS with a slight “lean” to the Under 234.5 (-115) since I have no real handicap on the Grizzlies-Trail Blazers total.

For what it’s worth, there appears to be “reverse line movement” in the betting market with a majority of the action being on the Over but the total has ticked down from the 235.5-point opener, according to Pregame.com.

However, these teams have a combined 5-1 O/U record thus far but the NBA has a league-wide 22-32 O/U since the start of the season, primarily because of the new officiating deterring unnatural offensive moves.

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Miami Heat at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and prediction

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

The Miami Heat (2-1) take on the Brooklyn Nets (2-2) Wednesday at the Barclays Center with tip scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Heat vs. Nets odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

Miami avenged its first loss of the season (102-91 to the Indiana Pacers this past weekend) to trounce the Orlando Magic 107-90 Monday. Through three games, the Heat have the highest net rating and the third-highest rebounding rate in the Association.

Brooklyn has alternated between wins/covers and losses/non-covers in its first four games with the latest being a 104-90 over the Washington Wizards Monday. However, the Nets rank 24th in net rating and 22nd in effective field goal shooting (eFG%) thus far.

The Nets won two of three regular-season meetings with the Heat last season, but Miami covered two of three and the Under was 2-1 in those contests. Also, Miami wing SG Jimmy Butler didn’t play in any of the three Heat-Nets meetings last year while SF Kevin Durant played in all of them.

Heat at Nets odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Heat +133 (bet $100 to win $133) | Nets -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +3.5 (-107) | Nets -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Heat at Nets key injuries

Heat

SG Victor Oladipo (quadriceps) out

Nets

PG Kyrie Irving (personal) out

Heat at Nets odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 108, Nets 106

Money line

PASS with a slight “lean” to the Heat (+133) because I’m on Miami plus the points in this spot and generally will sprinkle on an underdog’s money line when betting them to cover.

That said, I’d need the Heat’s money line to be priced north of +150 for me to take a stab since I see more value in the Under than Miami outright.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the HEAT +3.5 (-107) because there’s “sharp line movement” toward Miami and the ramped-up physicality in these games helps out the Heat more than the Nets. For instance, this game opened with Miami getting 5 points but has been steamed down since.

On top of that, the NBA tweaked things this offseason when it enacted a policy to officiate unnatural offensive moves out of the game.

Now, both teams have players that benefited greatly from drawing weak fouls in previous seasons, but Miami has a more physical roster to start with.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 217.5 (-108) because neither team has shot well from the field to start the year or attacking the basket.

According to CleaningTheGlass.com, Brooklyn is 26th in percentage of shots at the rim and fifth in mid-range field goal volume.

While Miami is 27th in attempts at the rim and first in mid-range field goal volume. However, the Nets are ninth in defensive field goal shooting in the mid-range and the Heat are fourth.

The reason I only “LEAN” to the UNDER 217.5 (-108) is that we are getting to the party late.

According to Pregame.com, this Heat-Nets game opened with a 222.5-point total but has been dragged down to the current price. So, while the Under is the sharp play, we are getting the worst of the number.

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Atlanta Hawks at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Hawks at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (2-1) travel to face the New Orleans Pelicans (1-3) Wednesday at Smoothie King Center at 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Hawks vs. Pelicans odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Hawks rebounded from a 101-95 loss at the Cleveland Cavaliers Saturday to blast the Detroit Pistons by a 122-104 count Monday. Still, Atlanta’s only road game netted just 95 points and an outright loss as an 8-point favorite.

The Pelicans picked up their first victory of the season Monday at the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-98, winning outright as 5.5-point underdogs. New Orleans has covered in two straight with the Under going 3-1 in four games overall.

Hawks at Pelicans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:43 a.m. ET.

Money line: Hawks -260 (bet $260 to win $100) | Pelicans +205 (bet $100 to win $205)
Against the spread (ATS): Hawks -6.5 (-105) | Pelicans +6.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 219.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Hawks at Pelicans key injuries

Hawks

SF Danilo Gallinari (shoulder) questionable
PF De’Andre Hunter (illness) probable
SG Lou Williams (ankle) questionable

Pelicans

SG Josh Hart (quadriceps) questionable
PF Zion Williamson (foot) out

Hawks at Pelicans odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawks 110, Pelicans 99

Money line

The Hawks (-260) will cost you more than two and a half times your potential return. While I expect them to win, and win handily, that’s risky business on a road team, especially one which laid an egg in its only previous road outing.

AVOID and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The HAWKS -6.5 (-105) are the play. Atlanta stumbled in Cleveland, but it’s facing a team missing its biggest star in Williamson. The Pelicans are also struggling to put points on the board during the early going, registering just 101.3 points per game to rank 26th in the NBA.

Look for the Hawks to run away with a double-digit win.

Over/Under

The UNDER 219.5 (-110) is the best play on the board. The Hawks are playing solid defense and they’ll clamp down on the Pellies and keep them from hitting triple digits.

The Under is 8-3 in Atlanta’s past 11 road outings dating back to last season, including its only road outing this season. The Under is 6-0 in NOLA’s past six at home, also dating back to last season, while going 4-0 in the past four against teams with a winning overall mark.

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Los Angeles Lakers at San Antonio Spurs odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at San Antonio Spurs odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (1-2) visit the “Alamo City” for an 8:30 p.m. ET tip-off against the San Antonio Spurs (1-2) at AT&T Center. Below, we look at the Lakers vs. Spurs odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

L.A. eked past the Memphis Grizzlies Sunday 121-118 as a 5-point home favorite. Lakers first-year wing Carmelo Anthony stole the show and scored a team-high 28 points by making 10-of-15 shots (6-of-8 from behind the arc).

San Antonio lost its last outing 121-111 against the Milwaukee Bucks Saturday and failed to cover as a 6-point home underdog. Third-year forward Keldon Johnson scored 20 points on 50.0% shooting and is currently averaging 20.7 points per game (PPG) on 56.3% shooting.

The Lakers won two of three regular-season meetings with the Spurs last year and covered in two of those outings as well. L.A. outrebounded San Antonio in all three meetings, while F LeBron James and F Anthony Davis each averaged at least 25 PPG against the Spurs last season.

Lakers at Spurs odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:20 p.m. ET.

Money line: Lakers -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Spurs +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -2.5 (-112) | Spurs +2.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Lakers at Spurs key injuries

Lakers

SF LeBron James (ankle) questionable
SF Trevor Ariza (knee) out
SG Wayne Ellington (hamstring) out
SF Talen Horton-Tucker (thumb) out
SG Kendrick Nunn (knee) out

Spurs

Nothing affecting gambling odds.

Lakers at Spurs odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 114, Spurs 105

Money line

“LEAN” to the LAKERS (-140) because there’s been “sharp line movement” towards the Spurs thus far. L.A.’s money line has gone from -195 on the consensus line down to the current price despite one-way action on the Lakers, according to pregame.com.

San Antonio lost crucial pieces this offseason with wing DeMar DeRozan, forward Rudy Gay and guard Patty Mills moving onto new teams. If those players were still on the Spurs, they’d probably give San Antonio the edge in the front and backcourt and much-needed wing scoring.

We might be getting some value because of LeBron’s name showing up on L.A.’s injury report, but that is another reason for my “lean” towards the Lakers. I’d actually prefer to bet the Lakers without a banged-up LeBron, running their offense through Russell Westbrook and AD.

Against the spread

PASS because the Lakers -2.5 (-112) money line is only 28 cents on the dollar more expensive than L.A.’s money so let’s just stick with the Lakers outright.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 222.5 (-108) for a bunch of trendy reasons. First of all, five of their last six meetings have gone Under the total, including all three last season. Also, the Lakers are 17-27-2 O/U as a road favorite since the beginning of 2019.

On top of that, the return of fans to arenas around the league and the NBA’s new officiating mandate targeting unnatural offensive moves are reasons for the league-wide 20-29 O/U record through the first week of the season. Plus the officiating crew assigned to this game has a 0-5 O/U record this year.

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Houston Rockets at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Houston Rockets at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Rockets (1-2) will travel to American Airlines Center to take on the Dallas Mavericks (1-1) Tuesday. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Rockets vs. Mavericks odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Dallas Mavericks have one of the preseason MVP favorites in PG Luka Doncic but have struggled so far this season, beating the Toronto Raptors by 8 and losing to the Atlanta Hawks by 26. The Mavs have averaged just 95 points per game, so PF Kristaps Porzingis and company haven’t helped out Doncic much.

The Rockets are full of rising stars. PF Christian Wood leads the team, but he will soon be eclipsed by No. 2 overall pick SG Jalen Green, who exploded onto the scene with 8 threes last game. We’ll see if he can keep up that as they enter a hostile American Airlines Center.

Rockets at Mavericks odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:12 p.m. ET.

Money line: Rockets +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Mavericks -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets +10.5 (-107) | Mavericks -10.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

Rockets at Mavericks key injuries

Rockets

None affecting gambling odds

Mavericks

None affecting gambling odds

Rockets at Mavericks odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 110, Rockets 108

Money line

PASS on the money line.

If anything, I might toss a partial-unit bet on the Rockets at +500 as they’re coming off a complete manhandling of the Oklahoma City Thunder. At full strength and with rookie G Jalen Green surging the Rockets should be a capable opponent.

Nonetheless, I’d still pass on the money line.

Against the spread

BET on the ROCKETS +10.5 (-107) as the best value in this match.

The line was at +11 earlier, and without any injuries, there is reason to assume bets are raining in on Houston.

Why not though? Wood is averaging 22 and 10, Green is finding his rhythm, and both Ja’Sean Tate and Kevin Porter Jr. are score-first, crafty guards.

The Mavericks just haven’t shown enough this season. Stars like Doncic that typically get calls for their tricky ball handling and leaning into shots have struggled.

Doncic is averaging just 22.5 points per game despite being a preseason MVP favorite, and he needs to step up for the Mavericks to become a contender.

Given his struggles, the inconsistency of PF Kristaps Porzingis, and the rising stars Houston will be bringing to Dallas, the Rockets spread is an enticing play.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 221.5 (-115) as it’s getting a little juice and is the better bet. With the Mavericks ranked 26th in pace their style should dictate this game.

A halfcourt-heavy offense led by Doncic, aided by G Tim Hardaway Jr. and filled with sharpshooters, Dallas prefers to beat you down with screens and post-ups. It should also be good for the Under here even if it works.

With many young players like Green, Tate and Porter Jr., Houston is a bit too inconsistent for me to think it could consistently put up more than 110. They’ve scored more than 106 points just once — a 33-point blowout over the Thunder where they posted 124.

With that in mind, the Under is the better play.

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Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

On Tuesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers (2-1) travel to take on the New York Knicks (2-1) at Madison Square Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the 76ers at Knicks odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The 76ers are coming off a 12-point road win against the Thunder. They also have a double-figure win against the Pelicans and a home loss to the Brooklyn Nets, a disappointing ending to an otherwise solid outing.

Led by last season’s top-3 MVP candidate, C Joel Embiid, the Sixers have rallied behind the chaos that missing PG Ben Simmons has created. Mainly, it’s been SG Seth Curry that’s taken his game to the next level.

Former MVP PG Derrick Rose and the New York Knicks will be ready for Curry and Embiid.

With All-Star F Julius Randle leading the beloved Knicks, they’re coming off a discouraging road loss to the Magic after beating them the game before by 25.

They also have an overtime win over the Celtics. Both teams will look to right their last wrong in this game.

76ers at Knicks odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 1:01 a.m. ET.

Money line: 76ers +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Knicks -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): 76ers +1.5 (-108) | Knicks -1.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

76ers at Knicks key injuries

76ers

C Andre Drummond (ankle) questionable
C Joel Embiid (knee) questionable
PG Ben Simmons (personal) out
PG Shake Milton (ankle) out

Knicks

C Nerlens Noel (knee) questionable

76ers at Knicks odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 109, 76ers 108

Money line

BET on the KNICKS (-125) as a solid gamble.

At home, under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, the surging Knicks will take on the Sixers. The health of both rosters should matter greatly. Along those lines, the Sixers play mainly through Embiid and SF Tobias Harris.

Given that the Knicks are among the better defensive teams and finally having C Mitchell Robinson playing consistent minutes, they should be able to tame the dynamic duo. This is a game where the Sixers really could use Ben Simmons defensively.

With PG Derrick Rose thriving in New York and SG Evan Fournier staying hot after a terrific Olympics, the Knicks have the playmaking to go toe-to-toe with Philly.

With home-court advantage helping a bit, they should be the more lethal side. They only lost to the Magic because Fournier, Randle and RJ Barrett combined to go 5-for-24 from deep. That likely won’t repeat itself.

One of the best spread teams from a year ago, with such a margin threat, I’d take the odds on the money line instead.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the KNICKS -1.5 (-112) for the same reason as above. I’d rather take the money line over the points as all things indicate this being a highly competitive game.

In the national spotlight, expect a close one, and if not, there should be hope the Knicks, at home, get the job done. The Sixers are short-handed, and that should bode well for New York.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 216.5 (-110) as it had a tad bit of juice. The Knicks haven’t been consistent enough to bank on them putting up over 110.

As for the Sixers, with a team depending heavily on Curry and PG Tyrese Maxey‘s shooting, I’d expect them to struggle unless Embiid can get going early.

Without Simmons, the Sixers rank dead last in Pace while the Knicks were at the bottom of the league last season, showing both teams’ reliance on half-court offense.

Because of that, I’d go for the Under in this one.

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