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Dallas Mavericks at Golden State Warriors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Mavericks at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Golden State Warriors (14-10) welcome the Dallas Mavericks (16-9) to Chase Center Sunday. Tip-off is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Mavericks vs. Warriors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Warriors lead 1-0

The Warriors lost to the Houston Rockets 91-90 Wednesday, closing as 3-point road underdogs. They were led by F Jonathan Kuminga, who scored 20 points on just 8-for-20 shooting. Golden State is just 2-7 over its last 9 yet has gone 4-4-1 against the spread (ATS). It is 14-9-1 ATS on the season.

After a rougher-than-expected start to the season, the Mavericks have won 11 of their last 13 and are coming off a 118-104 loss at the Oklahoma City Thunder Tuesday, failing to cover as 4-point underdogs. Tuesday’s loss snapped a 7-game win streak for Dallas, which has gone 6-2 ATS in its last 8 and 14-10-1 ATS this season.

Mavericks at Warriors odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:59 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Warriors +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread: Mavericks -3.5 (-105) | Warriors +3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Mavericks at Warriors key injuries

Mavericks

G Dante Exum (wrist) out

Warriors

G Stephen Curry (cervical) questionable
G Moses Moody (knee) out
F Andrew Wiggins (adductor) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Mavericks at Warriors picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 117, Mavericks 115

Moneyline

PASS.

While the predicted outcome suggests the Warriors moneyline is a smart play, the better value is on the home side’s spread, especially with 3 of their last 7 games ending within 4 points.

Against the spread

BET WARRIORS +3.5 (-115).

The Warriors have covered 4 of their last 5 games yet have gone just 2-3 straight up. They have gone 6-4-1 ATS at home this season. Golden State has a strong defense as well, holding opponents to 107 or fewer points in 4 straight games.

While the Mavericks have been surging, they cooled off against a quality opponent in Oklahoma City Tuesday. Dallas’ recent success hasn’t been against many top-tier sides, and it lost to Golden State earlier in the season despite shooting over 50% from the field.

Take WARRIORS +3.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 229.5 (-115).

Both teams like to play at a fast tempo, and a faster pace should mean more points. The Warriors rank 9th and the Mavericks are 6th in pace. Golden State is 11-13 O/U on the season and 4-4 O/U in its last 8 at home.

The Mavericks, who have allowed at least 116 points in 4 of their last 5 games, have gone Over in 3 of their last 5 and are 13-11-1 O/U on the season. Dallas is 7-3 O/U in its last 10.

Take OVER 229.5 (-115).

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New York Knicks at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Knicks at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (17-10) welcome the New York Knicks (15-10) to Kia Center Sunday. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Knicks vs. Magic odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Knicks lead 1-0

The Knicks lost to the Atlanta Hawks 108-100 Wednesday, closing as 8-point home favorites. They were led by F Josh Hart, who scored 21 points on 8-for-12 shooting. New York has lost 2 of its last 3 yet has won 4 of its last 6. It is 3-3 against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 and 11-13-1 ATS on the season.

The Magic lost 114-109 at the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday, closing as 8-point underdogs. G Jalen Suggs dropped a team-high 32 points in the loss. Orlando has traded off winning and losing in its last 6, going 3-3 ATS. The Magic are 16-11 ATS on the season.

Knicks at Magic odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated 11:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Magic +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
Against the spread: Knicks -4.5 (-115) | Magic +4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Knicks at Magic key injuries

Knicks

C Mitchell Robinson (ankle) out

Magic

F Paolo Banchero (oblique) out
G Gary Harris (hamstring) questionable
F Jonathan Isaac (hamstring) probable
G Franz Wagner (oblique) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Knicks at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 114, Magic 111

Moneyline

PASS.

The Knicks are the better side despite being on the road, and they are the far less injured side as well. However, at -200, they aren’t worth a wager, especially coming off a bad home loss.

Against the spread

BET MAGIC +4.5 (-105).

Orlando has been terrific for bettors at home, going 9-1 ATS. Obviously, it is short some key players, but it has scored at least 109 in 2 straight games, so it should have the offense to keep pace with New York.

The Knicks have struggled, especially as favorites recently. They are 0-3 ATS in their last 3, all as favorites, and 0-3 ATS in their last 3 on the road. New York has failed to top 113 points in 3 straight games.

Back MAGIC +4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET OVER 214.5 (-105).

The Magic have gone Over in back-to-back games, scoring and allowing at least 109 points in each outing. Orlando is 5-3 O/U in its last 8 games.

The Knicks, who are 3-2 O/U in their last 5, have tallied at least 111 in 5 of their last 6. They are 14-11 O/U on the season. New York’s defense hasn’t been as solid recently, allowing 108 or more in 3 straight.

Back OVER 214.5 (-105).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New Orleans Pelicans (5-21) take on the Indiana Pacers (11-15) Sunday. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is set for 5 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pelicans vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Pels have lost 9 of 10 after a 111-109 heartbreaker Thursday against the Sacramento King, but they did cover as 7-point dogs. G CJ McCollum did all he could with 36 points on 6-for-11 from downtown. The Pelicans are grounded by injuries to F Zion Williamson (hamstring) and F Brandon Ingram (ankle), who will both miss this game as well.

The Pacers are coming off a 121-107 victory at the Philadelphia 76ers Friday. G Tyrese Haliburton had 32 points and 11 assists while drilling 7-for-15 from downtown. The Pacers are just 2-6 over their last 8 games. They’re 29th in the NBA in rebounds, and their defensive rating is a paltry 25th. Their offense hasn’t quite clicked on all cylinders thus far, which is why they’re off to such a rough start.

Pelicans at Pacers 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 11:19 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Pacers -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +6.5 (-105) | Pacers -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Pacers key injuries

Pelicans

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

Pacers

G Aaron Nesmith (ankle) out
C James Wiseman (Achilles) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pelicans at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 120, Pelicans 115

Moneyline

Each of these teams won on their home floor. NOLA won 125-118 Nov. 1 at home, and Indy failed to cover as 6.5-point faves in a 114-110 win Nov. 25. I’m not considering either side of the pendulum here.

Instead, I’m going with MYLES TURNER OVER 1.5 3-POINTERS (-125). He went 0-for-3 from downtown in the last game, but he was defended by the larger C Joel Embiid. He had 2+ 3’s in 4 of the 5 games before that Philly game and hit 2 3’s in both games against the Pels this year.

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Against the spread

As mentioned, the Pels covered here Nov. 25 in a 114-110 loss, and I like them to do it again. Haliburton is so inconsistent and streaky for Indy. And while the Pelicans are really short-handed, G Trey Murphy III is having a breakout season with 18.2 PPG in support. Indy is just 2-7-1 ATS over their last 10.

Take the PELICANS +6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Pels are 4-1 O/U in their last 5 games, whereas the Pacers are just 3-3-1 in their last 7. The Over is 1-1 in this matchup this year. Neither team plays much defense, and unless they just can’t hit the ocean from a boat, the OVER 231.5 (-110) is the way to go.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Phoenix Suns (13-11) welcome the Portland Trail Blazers (8-17) to Footprint Center Sunday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Suns lead 1-0 with 103-97 road win on Nov. 2

The Trail Blazers have dropped 5 straight games after losing to the San Antonio Spurs 118-116 at home Friday, but covering as a 3.5-point underdog. They are just 2-9 over their last 11 games and 5-6 against the spread (ATS). Portland is 13-11-1 ATS on the season.

The Suns took down the Utah Jazz 134-126 Friday, covering as a 6.5-point road favorite. F Kevin Durant returned to the court, and he combined with G Devin Booker to score 68 of those 134 points. Phoenix snapped a 3-game losing streak with the win. It is 4-4 ATS over its last 8 games and 9-15 ATS on the season.

Trail Blazers 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 11:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +425 (bet $100 to win $425) | Suns -600 (bet $600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +10.5 (-105) | Suns -10.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Trail Blazers at Suns key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (illness) out
C Robert Williams III (reconditioning) questionable

Suns

G Bradley Beal (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 124, Trail Blazers 110

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no reason to consider a moneyline play. The Suns (-600) are far too expensive of a favorite to back, and the Trail Blazers (+425) haven’t shown enough recently to suggest they have a chance to pull off the upset.

Against the spread

BET SUNS -10.5 (-115).

The Trail Blazers have struggled to cover consistently on the road over the last few weeks. Since Nov. 22, they have played 6 road games and are 2-4 ATS in those. They are 1-2 ATS as a double-digit underdog as well.

Phoenix has played 4 straight road games, so a return to home will be welcome. It went 1-3 ATS on the road trip, but is 3-1 ATS in its last 4 home games and 2-0 ATS in its last 2 outings.

Take SUNS -10.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 230.5 (-105).

The Suns’ defense has been atrocious as of late. They have gone Over in 4 straight games, allowing at least 115 points in all 4 and letting their opponent top 120 points in 3 of those. Phoenix is 15-9 O/U on the season.

Portland has gone Over in 4 of its last 5 games and has scored at least 115 points in 3 of its last 6 contests. The Trail Blazers have allowed 127 or more point 3 times in their last 5 games. Considering those trends for both sides, back OVER 230.5 (-105).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio Spurs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio Spurs odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Antonio Spurs (13-12) welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves (13-11) to Frost Bank Center Sunday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs. Spurs odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Spurs lead 1-0 with 113-103 home win on Nov. 2

The Spurs beat the Portland Trail Blazers 118-116 Friday, closing as a 3.5-point road favorite. They were led by C Victor Wembanyama, who scored 28 points with 7 rebounds and 7 assists. San Antonio has won 2 straight, a streak that came on the back of 3 straight losses. It is 0-5 against the spread (ATS) in its last 2-week stretch and 11-14 ATS on the season.

The Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 97-87 Friday, covering as an 8.5-point home favorite. While it was a full team effort with 5 players in double figures, G Anthony Edwards led the charge with 23 points. The Timberwolves have won 5 of their last 6 games going 4-2 ATS. They are 10-14 ATS on the season.

Timberwolves at Spurs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Spurs +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves -4.5 (-110) | Spurs +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Spurs key injuries

Timberwolves

G Joe Ingles (soleus) out

Spurs

G Stephon Castle (shoulder) questionable
F Keldon Johnson (calf) out
G Tre Jones (shoulder) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Timberwolves at Spurs picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 109, Spurs 103

Moneyline

PASS.

While both sides could be enticing here, given the way the game is predicted, the road team’s spread is the better wager. Look there for value.

Against the spread

BET TIMBERWOLVES -4.5 (-110).

The Wolves have been on fire for bettors while the Spurs have been the exact opposite. San Antonio has failed to cover in 5 straight and is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 home games. Its defense has allowed at least 116 points in 4 straight contests and at least 139 points twice.

Minnesota is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games and is 3-1 ATS in its last 4 outings on the road. The Timberwolves have allowed 92 or fewer points in going 5-1 in their last 6 games. Back TIMBERWOLVES -4.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 214.5 (-110).

The Spurs have gone Over in 4 straight, but they don’t necessarily play at a fast pace (15th in the league) and defend better than they have over the last week (19th in defensive rating).

Minnesota ranks fifth in defensive rating and 24th in pace. This won’t necessarily be a fast-tempo game. The T-wolves have gone Under in 5 of their last 6 games as well. Play UNDER 214.5 (-110).

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Boston Celtics at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Boston Celtics at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (3-20) welcome the Boston Celtics (20-5) to Capital One Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Celtics vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0 with a 122-102 road win on Oct. 24 and a 108-96 road win on Nov. 22

Washington snapped its 16-game losing streak with a Dec. 7 home win over the Denver Nuggets, but has lost twice since. The latest loss was to the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-105 Friday, but the Wizards covered as a 16.5-point road underdog. They were led by F Bilal Coulibaly, who scored a team-high 27 points. Washington is 3-3 against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 games and 7-15-1 ATS on the season.

The Celtics beat the Detroit Pistons 123-99 Thursday, closing as an 11.5-point home favorite. They were led by a surprise contributor, G Payton Pritchard, who dropped a game-high 27. Boston has won 11 of its last 13 games, but is just 4-9 ATS in that span. It is 10-15 ATS on the season.

Celtics at Wizards 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 10:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -1600 (bet $1,600 to win $100) | Wizards +900 (bet $100 to win $900)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -16.5 (-110) | Wizards +16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 233.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Wizards key injuries

Celtics

C Al Horford (rest) out

Washington

F Saddiq Bey (knee) out
G Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) out
G Corey Kispert (ankle) out
F Kyle Kuzma (rib) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 122, Wizards 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics are far too expensive to play here, but they should come out on top against a depleted Wizards side. Avoid a moneyline wager.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS +16.5 (-110).

The Celtics haven’t covered at a high rate as a double-digit favorite over the last several weeks. Since Nov. 8, they have been a double-digit favorite 9 times and are just 3-6 ATS in those. They have failed to cover 3 straight on the road as well.

The Wizards have typically been a double-digit underdog, but they are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 games as an underdog of 14 or greater. Considering those trends, back WIZARDS +16.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 233.5 (-110).

Several key offensive weapons for the Wizards won’t be active, and they have scored 105 or fewer points in 3 of their last 5 games. Washington is 3-6-1 O/U in its last 10 games.

The Celtics are 2-4 O/U in their last 6 games and have allowed 105 or fewer points in 3 of their last 5 while scoring 111 or fewer points in 3 of their last 6 games. Couple it all together and play UNDER 233.5 (-110).

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Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Memphis Grizzlies (18-8) and Los Angeles Lakers (13-12) meet Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Grizzlies vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1 with Memphis winning at home 131-114 on Nov. 6 and the Lakers winning at home 128-123 on Nov 13

The Grizzlies picked up a 135-119 win over the Brooklyn Nets last time out on Friday, covering as a 10-point favorite. Memphis has won and covered the past 4 games, while the Grizzlies are 10-1 straight up (SU) while going 9-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 11 outings.

The Lakers were tripped up 97-87 by the Minnesota Timberwolves Friday as an 8.5-point underdog as the Under (213.5) connected. The Lakers are 1-4 SU in the past 5 games, while going just 3-10 ATS in the previous 13 outings. The Under is 8-2 in the past 10 contests.

Grizzlies at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 6:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Lakers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread: Grizzlies -3.5 (-115) | Lakers +3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Grizzlies at Lakers key injuries

Grizzlies

C Zach Edey (ankle) questionable
C Jay Huff (knee) questionable
F GG Jackson (toe) out
G Marcus Smart (knee) questionable
G Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) out

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
C Jaxson Hayes (ankle) out
G Jalen Hood-Schifino (hamstring) out
F LeBron James (foot) questionable
F Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) out
F Christian Wood (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Grizzlies at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 122, Lakers 113

Moneyline

The Grizzlies (-175) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a standalone wager, especially for a team playing on the road.

However, the Lakers (+145) have won just 3 times in the past 11 games and cannot be trusted, even at home.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back the GRIZZLIES -3.5 (-115) laying the points on the road. The Lakers +3.5 (-105) have managed to cover just 3 times in the past 13 outings.

Memphis has covered 4 games in a row, while going 15-3 ATS in the past 18 games since Nov. 6. The Grizzlies are also 6-1 ATS in the past 7 outings on the road.

While the Lakers have won 3 of the past 4 meetings in this series, the Grizzlies have covered 3 in a row, while going 4-1 ATS in the past 5 meetings.

Over/Under

OVER 232.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play.

The Over has cashed in 6 consecutive meetings since Nov. 14, 2023. The total has gone high in 3 straight games for the Grizzlies, too, while cashing at a 8-4 clip in the past 12 outings.

For the Lakers, the Under has cashed in the past 2 games, but the total has split 2-2 in the past 4 outings.

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Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (17-8) and Oklahoma City Thunder (19-5) meet Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for the NBA Cup West Semifinal. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Rockets vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Rockets posted a 91-90 win over the Golden State Warriors last time out Wednesday, but Houston failed to cover as a 3-point favorite as the Under (221) cashed. The Rockets are 1-3 against the spread (ATS) in the past 4 games after a 10-1 ATS run from Nov. 11-Dec. 1. The Over is 5-2 in the past 7 games.

For the Thunder, they’ve won and covered 4 in a row since a 119-116 loss in Houston Dec. 1 as a 1-point favorite as the Over (220) cashed.

In that 119-116 win, G Fred VanVleet scored a career-high 38 points as Houston hit 41.3% (38-of-92) from the field, and 35.1% (13-of-37) from behind the 3-point line. Houston was also a plus-5 in the rebounding department.

Rockets vs. 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 12:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Thunder -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread: Rockets +5.5 (-105) | Thunder -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Thunder key injuries

Rockets

F Dillon Brooks (illness) questionable

Thunder

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

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Rockets at Thunder picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 119, Rockets 111

Moneyline

The Thunder (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk straight up without enough reward.

OKC did just lose to the Rockets (+190) within the past 2 weeks, too. If you were to toss the Thunder into a multi-leg and/or cross-sport parlay, it would be OK to use OKC, but not straight up.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back the THUNDER -5.5 (-115) to get the job done by at least 3 buckets. While the Rockets +5.5 (-105) have been hot lately, they’re just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 outings.

OKC has covered 4 in a row since falling in Houston by 3 points Dec. 1, while going 6-1-1 ATS in the previous 8 contests.

Look for the Thunder to exact a little bit of revenge.

Over/Under

OVER 216.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

The Over has a 3-2 edge in the past 5 games for the Thunder, including the previous meeting Dec. 1 in H-Town.

For the Rockets, the Over is 5-2 in the past 7 games, while cashing at an 8-5 clip in the previous 13 outings.

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Atlanta Hawks vs. Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Atlanta Hawks vs. Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Hawks (14-12) and Milwaukee Bucks (12-11) meet Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for the NBA Cup East Semifinal. Tip-off is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Hawks lead 1-0; Atlanta won 119-104 at Milwaukee Dec. 4 as a 4-point underdog as the Under (236.5) cashed

The Hawks have caught fire since Nov. 27, going 7-1 straight up (SU) with a 5-3 against the spread (ATS) mark in the previous 8 outings. The Over has a slight 3-2 edge in the past contests.

These teams just met Dec. 4, with Atlanta winning 119-104. The Hawks hit 44.1% (45-of-102) from the field, while hitting 28.1% (9-of-32) from behind the 3-point line. F Jalen Johnson led the way with 23 points and 13 rebounds, while C Clint Capela hauled in 17 rebounds.

The Bucks have won back-to-back games, but Milwaukee has failed to cash in either of the outings. The Bucks are just 6-9-1 ATS in the past 16 games, while the Over has hit in 2 in a row, and 6 of the past 9 contests.

Hawks 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 12:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hawks +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Bucks -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread: Hawks +3.5 (-105) | Bucks -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Hawks at Bucks key injuries

Hawks

G Bogdan Bogdanovic (quadriceps) probable
F De’Andre Hunter (knee) probable
F Jalen Johnson (ankle) questionable
G Trae Young (Achilles) probable
C Cody Zeller (personal) out

Bucks

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

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Hawks at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 115, Hawks 109

Moneyline

The BUCKS (-175) are a little on the pricey side straight up, especially since the Hawks (+145) have been on fire lately.

However, Atlanta is risky with Johnson carrying a questionable tag. If he is unable to play, that would be a big blow to the chances of the Hawks.

Against the spread

Play BUCKS -3.5 (-115) lightly, as they have struggled against the number lately. However, again, Milwaukee has less injury issues. The fact Johnson is a question mark for the Hawks +3.5 (-105) changes things.

Milwaukee has failed to cover the past 2 games, but it isn’t failed to cover 3 or more in a row since an 0-5 ATS skid from Oct. 25-Nov. 2.

Atlanta has been hot lately, but it is 5-6 ATS in the past 11 games since Nov. 20.

Over/Under

UNDER 231.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

It might take both teams a while to settle in, figuring out the background for shooting at T-Mobile Arena. Plus, it’s a matinee game in Vegas, so that could be problematic.

The Over has a slight 3-2 edge in the past 5 games for the Hawks, while going 6-4 across the previous 10 outings. As far as the Bucks are concerned, the Over is 4-2 in the past 6 games, but again, the total went low in the first meeting Dec. 4.

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LA Clippers at Denver Nuggets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s LA Clippers at Denver Nuggets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (14-11) take on the Denver Nuggets (12-10) Friday evening. Tip-off from Ball Arena is set for 9 p.m. ET. (NBA TV) Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Nuggets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 2-0

The Clippers have dropped 2 straight after a 117-106 defeat to the Houston Rockets Sunday. C Ivica Zubac had 21 points and 12 boards. He’s having a breakout year with 14.8 PPG and 12.2 RPG. There is good news on the horizon, though, as F Kawhi Leonard (knee) has begun practicing for the first time time season. He will not suit up for this one, though.

The Nuggets are coming off a 141-111 roasting of the Atlanta Hawks Sunday. C Nikola Jokic had a monstrous 48 boards, 14 rebounds and 8 assists. F Michael Porter Jr. supplemented 26 points while G Jamal Murray (hamstring) was out.

Clippers at Nuggets 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 1:56 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Nuggets -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +5.5 (-105) | Nuggets -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Nuggets key injuries

Clippers

F Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) out
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out
F P.J. Tucker (personal) out

Nuggets

G Jamal Murray (hamstring) questionable
F Dario Saric (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Nuggets picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 111, Clippers 108

Moneyline

Murray has been limited in practice, and his status for this one is highly in question. The Nuggets are 4-1 without Murray thus far. Even without Murray, the Nuggets have enough to skate by the Clippers.

No thanks to the -275, though. I’m taking NIKOLA JOKIC OVER 1.5 3-POINTERS (-155). He’s going to try to bring Zubac out to the perimeter, where he’s less comfortable, and he has gone 3-for-6 from distance in each of the last 2 games.

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Against the spread

The Clippers have won each of the first 2 matchups by 5 and 4 points thus far. Harden had 23 points and 16 dimes in the first meeting, and he had 39 and 11 in the last meeting Dec. 1. Something about this matchup puts him in the zone to step up.

That’s why I’m going CLIPPERS +5.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Nuggets push the pace at fifth in the NBA, whereas the Clippers are much more deliberate at a 24th-ranked pace. The Nuggets are 6-3-1 O/U in their last 10, and the Clips are 5-5. Against one another, the Over is just 2-7-1 in the last 10. The Under has hit in the last 2 at Ball Arena.

LEAN UNDER 226.5 (-105).

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