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Utah Jazz at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Utah Jazz at Brooklyn Nets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Brooklyn Nets (11-16) welcome the Utah Jazz (6-20) to Barclays Center Saturday. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Jazz vs. Nets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

The Nets beat the Toronto Raptors 101-94 Thursday, closing as 2-point road underdogs. They were led by F Cam Johnson, who dropped 33 points. Brooklyn snapped a 3-game losing streak with the win and has gone 3-2 against the spread (ATS) in its last 5. It is 16-10-1 ATS on the season.

The Jazz beat the Detroit Pistons 126-119 Thursday, closing as 4.5-point road underdogs. G Collin Sexton led the charge with 30 points on 9-for-15 shooting. Utah has played 5 of its last 6 games on the road, going 2-3 ATS in the away games. It is 11-15 ATS on the season.

Jazz at Nets 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 10:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jazz +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Nets -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread: Jazz +2.5 (-110) | Nets -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jazz at Nets key injuries

Jazz

G Keyonte George (ankle) questionable

Nets

G Bojan Bogdanovic (foot) out
G De’Anthony Melton (knee) out
G Cam Thomas (hamstring) out
F Ziaire Williams (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Jazz at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Jazz 118, Nets 112

Moneyline

BET JAZZ (+120).

The absence of Thomas in this game is going to reduce how potent the Brooklyn offense is, as he’s been the team’s leading scorer this season. The Nets have dropped 6 of their last 8 games, included losses to Chicago and Orlando. They have scored 102 or fewer points in 6 of their last 8 games.

The Jazz have been on fire offensively, totaling at least 126 points in 2 of their last 3 games. While their defense has been abused, the Brooklyn offense without Thomas may not be able to take advantage. Utah has won 2 of its last 4 road games, both against sub-.500 opponents.

Take JAZZ (+120).

Against the spread

PASS.

While the spread could be enticing for Utah, the better value is on the moneyline here. Look there for value, especially as Utah has had 6 straight games decided by at least 7 points.

Over/Under

BET OVER 221.5 (-110).

The Jazz have numerous scoring weapons but are also among the worst defensive teams in the NBA. They have allowed at least 119 points in 5 of their last 6 games, going 6-0 O/U. They are 14-12 O/U on the season.

The Nets are 3-1 O/U in their last 4 games, allowing at least 130 points in 2 of their last 3. Brooklyn is 14-13 O/U on the season. Considering those trends, back OVER 221.5 (-110).

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Memphis Grizzlies at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Hawks (14-14) welcome the Memphis Grizzlies (19-9) to State Farm Arena Saturday. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Grizzlies vs. Hawks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting, last season’s series ended tied 1-1.

The Grizzlies beat the Golden State Warriors 144-93 Thursday, ending with a 22-point lead after the first quarter. They closed as a 2-point home favorite and were led by F Jaren Jackson Jr., who scored 17 points. Memphis is 19-9 against the spread (ATS) on the season and 12-4 ATS at home, the second-best home-covering record in the NBA.

The Hawks lost in a shootout 133-126 to the San Antonio Spurs in overtime Thursday, closing as a 1.5-point road underdog. They were led by F De’Andre Hunter, who tallied 27 points on 9-for-15 shooting. Atlanta has lost 2 straight games and 3 of its last 4, but this stretch is on the back of a 6-game winning streak. It is 11-17 ATS on the season.

Grizzlies 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 10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Hawks +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -1.5 (-110) | Hawks +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 242.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Grizzlies at Hawks key injuries

Grizzlies

G Ja Morant (back) doubtful
G Marcus Smart (shoulder) questionable
F Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) out

Hawks

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

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Grizzlies at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 124, Hawks 121

Moneyline

PASS.

While there is some credence to this being a good play and reducing some risk on the spread, the Hawks have disappointed at home, and that should continue Saturday.

Memphis is better played on the spread than the slightly more expensive moneyline odds.

Against the spread

BET GRIZZLIES -1.5 (-110).

The Hawks’ success has usually came on the road than at home. They are just 4-9 ATS in Atlanta and have failed to cover in 4 of their last 5 games. Atlanta has allowed at least 132 points in 3 of its last 5 games.

The Grizzlies have been on fire for bettors and have covered in 5 of their last 6 games, scoring at least 135 points in 3 of their last 4. Memphis is 7-5 ATS on the road. Back GRIZZLIES -1.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 242.5 (-105).

Both teams can score with ease and also play at a fast tempo, a good recipe for points. Memphis is 17-11 O/U on the season and 3-2 O/U in its last 5 games. It has scored at least 127 in 4 of its last 5.

The Hawks, who are 18-10 O/U on the season, have allowed at least 132 in 3 of their last 5 and have scored at least 119 in 4 of their last 7. Considering those trends, play OVER 242.5 (-105).

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder (21-6) are on the road Friday to face the Miami Heat (13-11). Tip-off from Kaseya Center is at 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Thunder vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

After having a 5-game winning streak snapped on Tuesday with a 97-81 loss in the NBA Cup final to the Milwaukee Bucks, the Thunder bounced back Thursday night for a 105-99 road win over the Orlando Magic as 6-point favorites, resulting in a push.

The Heat have not played since Monday when they lost 125-124 on the road to the Detroit Pistons as 5-point favorites. The loss snapped a 4-game winning streak.

Thunder 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 10:46 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Heat -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +1.5 (-120) | Heat -1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Thunder at Heat key injuries

Thunder

(Not yet submitted – below was for Thursday’s game)

C Chet Holmgren (hip) out
F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out

Heat

F Nikola Jovic (ankle) questionable
G Pelle Larsson (ankle) questionable
G Josh Richardson (heel) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Thunder at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 108, Heat 105

Moneyline

The Heat are 5-0 when they have a rest advantage like Friday’s game. The Thunder are 4-0 on games with no rest like this one. They are 5-2 with a rest advantage.

The Thunder are 10-3 on the road. Miami is 8-4 this season at home. They have not allowed an opponent to score 100 points in their last 3 games.

I give the Thunder the edge, but since they haven’t had a 1-point win this season, you should look to see if you get better odds with the spread. Until the line shift this morning, that was the case.

There is nothing wrong with betting the Thunder to win at -105 odds and you eliminate the small possibility of a 1-point loss in which they don’t cover.

BET THUNDER (-105).

Against the spread

With only a 1.5-point spread, you get slightly worse odds at -120 on the Thunder, who have not had a 1-point victory or loss this season and have only had 2 ATS losses in their outright wins this season (along with 3 pushes).

The Heat have covered the spread only once in a loss this season.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Thunder’s last 3 games have not even reached 210 total points while the Heat’s last 5 games have all had more than 216 total points.

The Thunder only allow 103.1 points per game, tops in the league.

BET UNDER 216.5 (-110).

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Milwaukee Bucks at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Cleveland Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (15-11) and Cleveland Cavaliers (23-4) meet Friday at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bucks vs. Cavaliers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Cavaliers lead 2-0 with road team covering in both meetings

The Bucks are coming off a 97-81 win as a 5-point underdog in the NBA In-Season Tournament championship game as the Under (215.5) cashed. Milwaukee has won 4 in a row, but it is just 5-5 against the spread (ATS) in the past 10 games, while the Under has hit in 4 of the previous 6 outings.

The Cavaliers spanked the Brooklyn Nets 130-101 last time out on Monday as a 10-point favorite as the Over (215.5) cashed. Cleveland is 6-1 SU in the past 7 games, while going 5-2 ATS. The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 5 outings.

Cleveland won 116-114 at home on Nov. 4, while Milwaukee cashed as an 8.5-point underdog as the Over (228.5) hit. The Cavs won 114-113 on Nov. 2 in Milwaukee as 2-point favorite as the Under (230.5) cashed.

Bucks at Cavaliers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 5:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Cavaliers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread: Bucks +8.5 (-105) | Cavaliers -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bucks at Cavaliers key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
G Damian Lillard (calf) out
F Khris Middleton (illness) probable

Cavaliers

G Isaac Okoro (shoulder) out
F Max Strus (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Cavaliers picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 113, Bucks 108

Moneyline

The Cavaliers (-400) cannot be trusted laying 4 times your potential return. There’s no value playing Cleveland straight up, or even as part of a multi-leg or cross-sport parlay.

PASS.

Against the spread

BACK BUCKS +8.5 (-105) catching more than 4 buckets. Milwaukee steams into Cleveland on a heater after wining the NBA Cup in Vegas against the Oklahoma City Thunder last time out.

As long as Antetokounmpo and/or Middleton aren’t rested for some reason, then Milwaukee should be able to keep this game within single digits. The road team is 2-0 ATS in the first 2 meetings this season.

Over/Under

UNDER 223.5 (-110) is worth a look in this battle on the shores of Lake Erie.

The Under cashed in the final 2 Cup games for Milwaukee, while going 4-2 in the past 6 outings.

For Cleveland, the Over is 4-1 in the past 5 games, but the total has ended up going low in 3 of the past 4 games on its home floor. The Under is also 5-2 in the past 7 meetings between these Central Division rivals, too.

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Charlotte Hornets at Philadelphia 76ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Charlotte Hornets at Philadelphia 76ers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Charlotte Hornets (7-20) and Philadelphia 76ers (8-16) meet Friday at Wells Fargo Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hornets vs. 76ers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: 76ers lead 3-0; Philadelphia is 2-1 against the spread (ATS), with the road team going 3-0 ATS while the Over is 2-1

The Hornets lost 123-114 at the Washington Wizards on Thursday as a 4-point favorite as the Over (226) cashed. Charlotte has dropped 3 in a row, and 11 of the past 12 outright. The Hornets are 1-6 ATS in the past 7 games, while the Over is 5-2 in the span. That includes a 121-108 loss to the 76ers as 2.5-point underdogs Monday in Charlotte as the Over (218.5) cashed.

The win over Charlotte was the last game for Philly. The 76ers are on a roll against the number, going 6-1 ATS in the past 7 games since Nov. 30, while the Under is on a 3-1-1 run. The only Over result is against the Hornets.

Hornets at 76ers 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 5:09 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hornets +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | 76ers -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread: Hornets +10.5 (-115) | 76ers -10.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Hornets at 76ers key injuries

Hornets

(not yet submitted – below was for Thursday’s game)

G Tre Mann (back) out
F Brandon Miller (ankle) questionable

76ers

C Joel Embiid (sinus) questionable
F Caleb Martin (shoulder) out
G Jared McCain (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Hornets at 76ers picks and predictions

Prediction

76ers 115, Hornets 107

Moneyline

The 76ers (-450) will cost you 4 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s way too expensive for a standalone bet or for a team as part of a multi-leg wager.

PASS.

Against the spread

PLAY HORNETS +10.5 (-115) in the second end of a back-to-back. Charlotte won its most recent game playing on no rest at Indiana Dec. 8, posting a 113-109 victory as an 11.5-point underdog. The Hornets are 3-1 ATS in the past 4 games on no rest, too.

It’s risky, as the 76ers -10.5 (-105) are 6-1 ATS in the past 7 games, but it is 1-5 ATS as a favorite of 4 or more points. Of course, that lone cover was Dec. 3 in Charlotte as a 5-point favorite, so be careful.

Over/Under

OVER 217.5 (-115) is worth playing lightly, but go with no more than a half-unit play.

The Over cashed in the most recent meeting in Charlotte Monday in a 121-108 win as the Over (218.5) cashed. However, be careful, as the Under is 3-1-1 in the past 5 outings. The Over has also hit in the 2 meetings with the Hornets since Dec. 3.

For Charlotte, the total has cashed high in 5 of the past 7 games since Dec. 3.

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New York Knicks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s New York Knicks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Knicks (16-10) take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-11) Thursday. Tip-off from Target Center is set for 9:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Knicks vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

The Knicks and C Karl-Anthony Towns come to the House of Wolves for the first time since his offseason trade to the Big Apple. After dropping from 24.6 points per game (PPG) to 20.8 and 21.8 the last 2 seasons, respectively, he’s binging again with 24.8 PPG and a career-high 13.9 rebounds per game. The Knicks covered as 4.5-point road favorites Sunday in beating the Orlando Magic 100-91 — the Under (213.5) cashed. KAT had 22 points and 22 rebounds.

G Anthony Edwards & Co. struggled to gel early on, but the Timberwolves won 6 of the past 7. The latest was a 106-92 victory in San Antonio as 4.5-point favorites Sunday — the Under (214.5) hit. Ant Man had 26 points and shot 3-for-7 from downtown. He’s shooting a career-high 42.4% from distance this season.

Knicks at Timberwolves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 5:22 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Timberwolves -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +2.5 (-110) | Timberwolves -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Knicks at Timberwolves key injuries

Knicks

G/F Josh Hart (personal) questionable

Timberwolves

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Knicks at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 115, Timberwolves 113

Moneyline

I like the KNICKS (+120) in this spot. KAT and Wolves C Rudy Gobert went at each other a lot in practice when they were Minnesota teammates, and KAT is going to pull Gobert out to the perimeter. Gobert will have to respect that because Towns is also shooting a career-high 43.9% from deep. That will open up G/F Mikal Bridges or G Jalen Brunson to drive to the Gobert-less paint; or KAT can just shake Gobert off the dribble.

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Against the spread

Since we’re going with the value on the ML, let’s take something a little more interesting. Ant Man is going to do his best to beat his former running mate, and he had his way with the Knicks, averaging 29 PPG and 7.0 RPG in 2 games against them last season. His points prop is at 25.5 and rebounds prop is at 5.5. Let’s scale each back one and SGP (same game parlay) ANTHONY EDWARDS 25 POINTS + 5 REBOUNDS (+130) for a plus-money profit. He has 5+ boards in 5 of 6.

Over/Under

The Knicks are 5-5 O/U, and the T-wolves are 3-7.

Here’s the thing, though. With this being Towns’ return to Minnesota, the emotion in the building will inspire some back-and-forth up and down the floor. I see the OVER 214.5 (-110) cashing easily. The Over cashed in 2 of the last 3 head-to-head meetings.

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (15-12) take on the Dallas Mavericks (17-9) Thursday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers won 2-1 last regular season, but Mavs won 4-2 in first round of playoffs.

The Clippers snapped a 3-game losing streak after taking out the Utah Jazz 144-107 Monday, covering as 7.5-point home favorites with the Over (221.5) hitting. G James Harden knocked down 41 points, including 7 threes while G/F Norman Powell dropped 29 and had 5 threes. F Kawhi Leonard (knee) is getting close to his season debut, but he won’t return until after Christmas.

The Mavs took down the Golden State Warriors 143-133 Sunday. G Luka Doncic had a triple-double with 45 points, 11 boards and 13 assists, helping the Mavs win and cover as 1-point road favorites with the Over (228.5) cashing. G/F Klay Thompson added 29 points, including 7 threes against his former team. The Mavs will need him to continue to step up because Doncic is out. The Mavs have won 8 of 9, and 12 of 14.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 4:07 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Mavericks -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +4.5 (-115) | Mavericks -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) questionable
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (heel) out
G Jaden Hardy (ankle) out
G Kyrie Irving (shoulder) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 109, Clippers 101

Moneyline

The Mavs are 5-1 without Luka this season. Four of those wins came on the road, and they’re at home for this one — where they are 8-3 on the season. Their ML is just a bit too pricey, though, at -185.

Instead, I’ll take KLAY THOMPSON OVER 16.5 POINTS (-105). He has 29, 19 and 20 in his last 3 games. He’s also 18-for-35 (51.4%) from distance in his last 4 games.

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Against the spread

The Mavs are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. If you’re worried about them covering without Doncic, they had 6 players reach double figures in the last game. The Clippers rely heavily on Harden, and the Mavs have the bigs to contend with C Ivica Zubac underneath.

TAKE MAVERICKS -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Clippers are 6-4 O/U in their last 10, and the Mavs are 7-3. With Leonard and Doncic out, I think this number is too high.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-115).

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder (20-6) take on the Orlando Magic (17-11) Thursday. Tip-off from Kia Center is set for 8 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Thunder vs. Magic odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Thunder lead 1-0

The Thunder fell in the NBA Cup final to the Milwaukee Bucks as 5-point favorites 97-81 Tuesday. G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 21 points but struggled going 8-for-24 from the floor. Gilgeous-Alexander has been so good for so long, and he hadn’t had fewer than 26 points in a game since Nov. 10. Oklahoma City had won 5 straight before that loss.

The Magic have lost 3 of 4 after a 100-91 defeat to the New York Knicks Sunday. They’re playing without their 2 stars in F Franz Wagner and G Paolo Banchero. F Moritz Wagner dropped 32 points with 6 boards and 4 threes. They’ve lost 4 of 6.

Thunder at Magic odds

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Moneyline (ML): Thunder -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Magic +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder -6.5 (-110) | Magic +6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 212.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Thunder at Magic key injuries

Thunder

C Chet Holmgren (hip) out
F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out

Magic

G Paolo Banchero (oblique) out
G Gary Harris (hamstring) out
F Franz Wagner (oblique) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Thunder at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 101, Magic 99

Moneyline

I have no concerns about Gilgeous-Alexander rebounding in this one. The concern I have is travel. The Thunder traveled from Oklahoma City to Las Vegas for the NBA Cup final and then flew cross country to Orlando for a game 2 days later. I still like the Thunder here, but definitely not at this price.

I’ll take ISAIAH HARTENSTEIN OVER 25.5 POINTS+REBOUNDS+ASSISTS (-120). He had 30, 31, 26 and 29 the last 4 games. Cha-ching!

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Against the spread

I’m taking the MAGIC +6.5 (-110) because of Oklahoma City’s travel. Gilgeous-Alexander has really carried the team in Holmgren’s absence, and he could be wearing down. This is the front end of a back-to-back for them, and there just is a lot weighing down the Thunder’s prospects.

Over/Under

The Under cashed in a 102-86 Thunder win Nov. 4, and Holmgren and Franz Wagner were both in for that one. Oklahoma City has hit 3 straight Unders, and Orlando has hit 3 of 5.

I like the UNDER 212.5 (-115).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (17-9) welcome the New Orleans Pelicans (5-22) to Toyota Center Thursday. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pelicans vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

The Rockets lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-96 in the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas Saturday, closing as 5-point underdogs. They were led by F Amen Thompson, who scored a team-high 19 points. Houston has won 2 of its last 3 games and 5 of its last 8, going 4-4 against the spread (ATS). It is 16-10 ATS on the season.

The Pelicans lost to the Indiana Pacers 119-104 Sunday, closing as 7-point road underdogs. F Brandon Boston led the way with 20 points. New Orleans has lost 4 straight games and 13 of its last 14, going 7-7 ATS. It is 10-17 ATS on the season.

Pelicans 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 11:23 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Rockets -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread: Pelicans +8.5 (-105) | Rockets -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Rockets key injuries

Pelicans

G Jose Alvarado (hamstring) out
G Jordan Hawkins (back) questionable
F Brandon Ingram (ankle) out
F Zion Williamson (hamstring) out

Rockets

C Steven Adams (ankle) questionable
F Tari Eason (leg) questionable
C Alperen Sengun (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 115, Pelicans 105

Moneyline

PASS.

The Rockets (-400) are the better side and are at home. They should come out on top but aren’t worth a play as sizable favorites. New Orleans is too injured to assume it can pull off the upset Thursday.

Against the spread

BET ROCKETS -8.5 (-115).

The Rockets have performed extremely well at home over the last month. They are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games at Toyota Center and 11-5 over their last 16. The Rockets defense has allowed 100 or fewer points in 2 of their last 4 games as well.

The Pelicans will be short their best player in Williamson, as well as Ingram, their top scoring option this season. New Orleans has lost 4 straight games, 3 of which have come by at least this amount. It is 3-4 ATS in its last 7 games and 1-3 ATS in its last 4 on the road.

Back ROCKETS -8.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 217.5 (-110).

The Pelicans are 4-2 O/U in their last 6 games, allowing at least 111 points in each outing. They gave up at least 119 points in 5 of the 6 games, so their defense has been atrocious recently. New Orleans has scored at least 109 points in 5 of 6 games as well.

The Rockets are 5-3 O/U in their last 8 games, scoring at least 111 points in 5 of the 8. Considering the trends for both offenses, expect this game to top the total, and back OVER 217.5 (-110).

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Los Angeles Lakers at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Los Angeles Lakers (14-12) and Sacramento Kings (13-14) meet Thursday at Golden 1 Center in the front end of a back-to-back set. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Lakers vs. Kings odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Lakers won 131-127 as 1-point home favorites Oct. 26 as the Over (232) cashed

The Lakers picked up a 116-110 victory as 2.5-point underdogs against the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena as the Under (234.5) cashed Sunday. The Lakers are 3-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past 4 games, while the Under has hit in 3 in a row. The total has gone low in 9 of the past 11 games, too.

For the Kings, they suffered a 130-129 loss at home against the Denver Nuggets Monday as 1.5-point favorites. Sacramento had its 3-game win streak halted. The Over has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games, while the total has gone high in 7 of the previous 10 outings.

The Kings swept the season series 4-0 straight up and ATS in 2023-24.

Lakers at Kings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Kings -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread: Lakers +4.5 (-110) | Kings -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Lakers at Kings key injuries

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
C Jaxson Hayes (ankle) out
F LeBron James (foot) questionable

Kings

G Kevin Huerter (shoulder) questionable
F Keegan Murray (ankle) questionable
C Domantas Sabonis (back) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Lakers at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 126, Lakers 117

Moneyline

The Kings (-185) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too much risk for a standalone wager. However, if you were to toss Sacramento into a multi-leg NBA or cross-sport parlay, it would be perfectly OK to include the Kings there.

PASS.

Against the spread

PLAY KINGS -4.5 (-110) to get the job done. While the Lakers +4.5 (-110) won the first meeting back in late October, Sacramento has won 4 of the past 5 meetings at home, going 4-1 ATS.

While the Lakers are 3-1 ATS in the past 4 outings, they’re 1-4 ATS in the past 5 road games and 3-10 ATS across the past 13 outings away from home.

Over/Under

OVER 227.5 (-115) may be the best play on the board in this battle of California teams.

Yes, the Lakers have cashed the Under in 3 in a row and gone 2-9 O/U in the previous 11 outings.

However, the Kings have rolled for 129 or more points in 3 of the past 4 outings and 120 or more points in 5 of the previous 7 contests. The Over is 7-3 across the past 10 outings for the Kings while hitting in 5 in a row on Sacto’s home floor.

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