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Denver Nuggets at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Denver Nuggets at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Denver Nuggets (14-10) and Portland Trail Blazers (8-18) meet Thursday at Moda Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Nuggets won 4-0 in 2023-24, but Trail Blazers were 3-1 against the spread (ATS) and the Over was 3-1

The Nuggets edged the Sacramento Kings 130-129 as a 1.5-point underdog on the road last time out Monday as the Over (237.5) cashed. The Nuggets have won 3 in a row, while also covering 3 straight. The cover streak is the longest of the season, while the win streak is the longest since a 5-game win streak Nov. 2-10.

The Trail Blazers lost 116-109 at the Phoenix Suns Sunday, but Portland was able to cover as an 11-point underdog. The Blazers have dropped 6 in a row, while going 2-4 ATS, while the Over is 4-2 in those 6 outings.

Nuggets at Trail Blazers 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 6:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nuggets -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
Against the spread: Nuggets -8.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 235.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nuggets at Trail Blazers key injuries

Nuggets

G Christian Braun (back) questionable
F Vlatko Cancar (knee) out
F Dario Saric (ankle) out

Trail Blazers

C DeAndre Ayton (illness) questionable
F Dalano Banton (hip) questionable
G Matisse Thybulle (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Nuggets at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 121, Trail Blazers 115

Moneyline

The Nuggets (-350) will cost you 3 and a half times your potential return, and that’s quite a bit of risk for not enough reward.

The Trail Blazers (+280) weren’t able to scratch out a win in 4 meetings last season and Portland was able to keep 2 of the previous 3 meetings within single digits.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back the TRAIL BLAZERS +8.5 (-110) catching more than 4 buckets. The Blazers covered 3 of the 4 meetings last season despite losing each of the battles straight up.

Portland has just 8 wins this season, but it has covered the past 2 games, while going a respectable 9-5 ATS in the past 14 games as an underdog.

Go lightly, though, as the Nuggets -8.5 (-110) have covered in a season-high 3 in a row. However, they’re also just 2-6 ATS in the past 8 games as a favorite.

Over/Under

OVER 235.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over is 4-2 in the past 6 games for Portland since flipping the calendar from November to December.

For Denver, the Over is 3-1-1 in the past 5 outings, while the Over is 4-1 in the past 5 meetings the Portland. The total has gone high in 6 of the past 8 battles, too.

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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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San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Antonio Spurs (12-12) and Portland Trail Blazers (8-16) meet Friday. Tip-off from Moda Center is set for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Spurs vs. Trail Blazers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Spurs lead 1-0

The Spurs are coming off a 121-116 win as 7-point favorites vs. the visiting New Orleans Pelicans Sunday with the Over (223.5) hitting. C Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 25 points in his return from a back injury while G Chris Paul (6 points, 10 assists) moved into second place on the NBA’s all-time assist list at 12,099 (well behind John Stockton’s 15,806).

The Trail Blazers lost 107-98 as 7-point underdogs at the Los Angeles Lakers Sunday as the Under (224.5) cashed. Portland is 0-4 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) in its last 4 games.

In a Nov. 7 meeting, the Spurs won 118-105 as 4-point home favorites while the Over (217.5) hit. Spurs F Keldon Johnson and G Malaki Branham each scored 17 points to lead San Antonio.

Spurs at Trail Blazers 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 1:09 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Spurs -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Spurs -3.5 (-105) | Trail Blazers +3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Spurs at Trail Blazers key injuries

Spurs

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

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (illness) questionable
C Donovan Clingan (sprain) questionable
C Robert Williams III (concussion) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Spurs at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Spurs 118, Trail Blazers 112

Moneyline

The Spurs (-155) should hand Portland its fifth consecutive SU loss; however, the bid-ask difference is too high in this market.

PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

While both teams are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games, Portland has lost by an average margin of 19.75 points per game.

Wembanyama should have an even bigger impact in his second game back from injury, and I believe the market has not yet fully accounted for that — especially since all of Portland’s centers are dealing with injuries.

BET SPURS -3.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Over has hit in 3 of the last 4 games for Portland as the Trail Blazers have allowed 128 points per game over that span.

The Spurs put up 121 points vs. New Orleans Sunday; expect more of the same Friday.

BET OVER 225.5 (-110).

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Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Portland Trail Blazers (8-15) and Los Angeles Lakers (12-11) meet Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Lakers won 3-0 in 2023-24

The Trail Blazers suffered an embarrassing 141-99 loss against Utah Friday as a 4-point favorite while the Over (223.5) cashed. The Blazers ended up hitting just 38.9% of their field-goal attempts while going just 64.7% (11-for-17) from the free-throw line.

Portland is 0-3 straight up (SU)/against the spread (ATS) in its last 3 games. The Over has gone 3-0, too, with Portland allowing 127 or more points in all 3 games.

The Lakers are coming off a 134-132 overtime loss in Atlanta Friday, although they did cover as 4-point underdogs while the Over (234.5) cashed. L.A. is just 2-7 SU in the past 9 games since Nov. 21, while going 2-9 ATS in the previous 11 outings.

Trail Blazers at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 9:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Lakers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread: Trail Blazers +8.5 (-110) | Lakers -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Lakers key injuries

Trail Blazers

F Toumani Camara (foot) doubtful
C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
G Scoot Henderson (quadriceps) questionable
C Robert Williams III (concussion) out

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
C Jaxson Hayes (ankle) out
F LeBron James (foot) questionable
G Austin Reaves (pelvis) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 121, Trail Blazers 107

Moneyline

The Lakers (-400) will cost you 4 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough return.

Of course, backing the Trail Blazers (+300) is not really an option, either. This is a banged-up side which just got curb-stomped by a bad Jazz team by 42 points at home last time out.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play LAKERS -8.5 (-110) lightly, although before you finalize your betslip, make sure to double-check to see if Davis and LeBron are playing.

Of course, the Trail Blazers +8.5 (-110) were so awful last time out, and they have a ton of injury issues, so it might not matter if one of the 2 bigs for L.A. sits out. If both Davis and LeBron are green-lighted to play, go a little more aggressively on the home side despite problems of its own lately.

Over/Under

OVER 224.5 (-110) might be the best bet Sunday.

The Blazers have been terrible on the defensive end in the past 3 games, allowing at least 127 points in 3 in a row. Portland has had difficulty scoring points, though, so that’s the concern.

While the Lakers have hit the Over in the past 2 games, allowing 134 points in each game, the O/U has split 5-5 in 10 home games. And, again, there is the concern with Davis and LeBron potentially sitting out, so circle back around to double-check before finalizing those plays.

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Portland Trail Blazers at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Portland Trail Blazers at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (8-13) and LA Clippers (13-9) meet at Intuit Dome for NBA Cup group play Tuesday. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Trail Blazers lead 1-0; Portland won 106-105 as an 8-point underdog Oct. 30 while the Under (219) cashed

The Trail Blazers suffered a 137-131 loss as 5-point underdogs while the Over (225.5) cashed Sunday. Portland is a respectable 2-3 straight up in the past 5 games, going 3-2 against the spread (ATS) and 7-3 ATS across the past 10 outings. The Under is 7-2 in the past 9 games.

The Clippers posted a 126-122 win as 3-point underdogs against the Denver Nuggets at Intuit Sunday as the Over (225) cashed. The Clips have alternated wins and losses in the past 5 outings. LA is 3-0 ATS in the past 3 games and 8-1 ATS in the previous 9 contests. The Over has hit in 3 of the past 5, but the Under is 6-3 in the past 9 outings.

Trail Blazers at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Clippers -375 (bet $375 to win $100)
Against the spread: Trail Blazers +8.5 (-110) | Clippers -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Trail Blazers at Clippers key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
G Scoot Henderson (quadriceps) questionable
C Robert Williams III (concussion) out

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Kevin Porter Jr. (ankle) out

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Trail Blazers at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 113, Trail Blazers 109

Moneyline

The Clippers (-375) will set you back nearly 4 times your potential return, if you want to bet them straight up.

Including LA in your parlay is also a poor idea, as even with a win it sucks all of the value out of your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play TRAIL BLAZERS +8.5 (-110), as they won the first meeting outright.

The Clippers -8.5 (-110) are on fire, going 8-1 ATS in the past 9 games, but they also lost outright to Portland.

The Blazers are playing with confidence, and the offense has the tools to keep it close.

Over/Under

OVER 221.5 (-105) is worth a look.

The Over is 3-2 in the past 5 games for the Clippers, but don’t get carried away. The Under is 6-1 in the past 7 games at home for LA.

For the Trail Blazers, while the Over is 2-1 in the past 3 outings, the Under is 7-2 across the past 9 outings dating back to Nov. 13.

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Sacramento Kings at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Sacramento Kings at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Sacramento Kings (9-10) and Portland Trail Blazers (7-12) meet at Moda Center in an In-Season Tournament game Friday. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Kings vs. Trail Blazers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Kings lead 1-0; Sacramento won 111-98 at Golden 1 Center on Oct. 28, pushing at most shops as a 13-point favorite as the Under (231) cashed

The Kings posted a 115-104 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves as a 3.5-point road underdog on Wednesday. Sacramento halted a 4-game losing skid, and an 0-6 against the spread (ATS) cover slide. The Over has hit in the past 2 outings, while going 5-3 in the past 8 games since Nov. 13.

The Blazers were dropped 121-114 on the road against the Indiana Pacers Wednesday, but Portland covered as a 9.5-point underdog as the Over (232) cashed. The Blazers are 6-2 ATS in the past 8 outings, while the Under is actually 6-1 in the past 7 contests.

Kings at Trail Blazers 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 11:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kings -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread: Kings -7.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Kings at Trail Blazers key injuries

Kings

G Devin Carter (shoulder) out
G DeMar DeRozan (back) out
F Trey Lyles (calf) out

Trail Blazers

C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
F Jerami Grant (knee) doubtful
F Kris Murray (chest) questionable
G Matisse Thybulle (ankle) out
C Robert Williams III (concussion) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Kings at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 118, Trail Blazers 110

Moneyline

The Kings (-275) will cost you almost 3 times your potential return, and that’s just too much for a singular moneyline play. If you were to toss this into a multi-leg parlay, it wouldn’t be the end of the world.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play KINGS -7.5 (-110) in the NBA Cup matchup in the Rose City.

The Kings won last time in Minnesota, which is fine, but they also lost 4 in a row prior to that, so be careful.

Still, the Trail Blazers +7.5 (-110) are just 1-4 SU in the past 5 games, while going 2-2 ATS in the previous 4 contests.

Over/Under

OVER 226.5 (-110) is a solid play Friday.

While the Under has cashed in 6 straight from Nov. 13-25, the Over hit last time out for Portland in Indianapolis. At home, the Over has split 4-4 in 8 games for the Blazers this season.

For the Kings, they’ve cashed the Over in the past 2 outings, while averaging 112.0 PPG in offense, while allowing 117.0 PPG on defense. The Over has a 5-4 edge in 9 road outings for Sacto.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Portland Trail Blazers (7-11) visit the Indiana Pacers (8-10) Wednesday. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

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

Portland has dropped 3 of its last 4 games after falling 123-98 at the Memphis Grizzlies as a 10.5-point underdog Monday. F Deni Avdija scored a team-high 17 points while the Trail Blazers shot 33.3% from the field.

Indiana has won back-to-back games after taking down the New Orleans Pelicans 114-110 Monday, failing to cover as a 6.5-point home favorite. G Tyrese Haliburton had a game-high 34 points while all 5 Pacers starters scored in double figures.

Trail Blazers 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 10:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Pacers -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +10.5 (-110) | Pacers -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Pacers key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (finger) questionable
C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
F Jerami Grant (knee) doubtful
G Scoot Henderson (back) questionable
C Robert Williams III (concussion) out

Pacers

F Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) out
G Andrew Nembhard (knee) out
F Aaron Nesmith (ankle) out
C James Wiseman (Achilles) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 113, Trail Blazers 106

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Pacers (-500) to win Wednesday.

Against the spread

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +10.5 (-110).

Indiana has struggled ATS recently, failing to cover 5 straight games and going 2-7-1 ATS in its last 10.

Portland has covered the spread in 5 of its last 7 games, including 3 of its last 5 as a double-digit underdog.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 232.5 (-110).

The Blazers have hit the Under in 6 straight games and scored 106 or fewer points in 8 of their last 10. They have allowed 110 or fewer in 5 of their last 7.

The Pacers have hit the Under while allowing 110 or fewer points in back-to-back games.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Portland Trail Blazers (2-12) and Memphis Grizzlies (6-10) meet Monday at the FedExForum. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Grizzlies odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Grizzlies lead 1-0

The Trail Blazers secured a 104-98 road win against the Houston Rockets on Saturday to split their back-to-back games in Houston. Portland won as an 11.5-point underdog with the Under 226.5 cashing. G Anfernee Simons led with 25 points and G Shaedon Sharpe added 24. Rookie C Donovan Clingan dominated the boards with 19 rebounds and 3 blocks, helping Portland outrebound Houston 53-43.

The Grizzlies won a Saturday night shootout in Chicago, beating the Bulls 142-131. Memphis covered as a 4-point road favorite and the Over 244.5 hit. Eight players, including all 5 starters, scored in double figures. G Scotty Pippen Jr. had 30 points and 10 rebounds in Memphis’ third win in 4 games.

Trail Blazers at Grizzlies odds

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Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +333 (bet $100 to win $333) | Grizzlies -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +9.5 (-105) | Grizzlies -9.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Grizzlies key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (finger) doubtful
C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
F Jerami Grant (illness) questionable
G Scoot Henderson (back) questionable
F Kris Murray (sternum) questionable
G Matisse Thybulle (knee) out

Grizzlies

C Zach Edey (ankle) out
G Ja Morant (hip) questionable
G Vince Williams (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Grizzlies picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 127, Trail Blazers 106

Moneyline

PASS.

The Grizzlies (-450) will win this game comfortably on Monday night which is why I’m going to take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET GRIZZLIES -9.5 (-115).

The Grizzlies have been a strong play, covering in 8 of their last 9 games, including 5 of 6 at home. They also crushed the Trail Blazers 134-89 in their first meeting this season in Portland, showcasing their dominance. Pippen stole the spotlight in Chicago, delivering his best performance of the season after struggling to surpass 15 points in 4 of his previous 5 outings. Filling in for Morant (hip), Pippen continues to thrive as the starting point guard. Memphis, with the fourth-best shooting defense (44.5% allowed), matches up well against Portland.

Over/Under

BET OVER 228.5 (-110).

The Grizzlies have embraced a faster style of play this season, ranking third in pace and hitting the Over in 5 of their last 6 games. Against the Bulls, the league’s pace leader, Memphis poured in 142 points. Turnovers are a problem for both teams—Portland averages 17+ per game, the most in the league, while Memphis isn’t far behind. The lack of a true point guard for Portland and Morant’s absence for Memphis contribute to sloppy play, creating ample fast-break opportunities and easy scoring in this matchup. Expect a high-scoring game with both teams pushing the tempo.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (6-10) battle the Houston Rockets (12-5) for the second straight night Saturday. Tip from Toyota Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Rockets lead 1-0.

Portland has lost back-to-back games after falling 116-88 against Houston Friday and failing to cover as an 11.5-point road underdog. G Shaedon Sharpe and F Deni Avdija each scored a team-high 13 points while the Trail Blazers shot 33% from the field in the loss.

Houston has won back-to-back games after Friday’s win while covering as an 11.5-point home favorite. F Dillon Brooks scored a game-high 28 points while F Tari Eason added 22 in the win.

Trail Blazers at Rockets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 1:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +525 (bet $100 to win $525) | Rockets -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +12.5 (-110) | Rockets -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Rockets key injuries

Trail Blazers

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

C Deandre Ayton (finger) doubtful
G Scoot Henderson (quad) questionable
G Anfernee Simons (hand) questionable

Rockets

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

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 117, Trail Blazers 102

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Rockets (-750) who have won 7 of their last 8 including a 28-point win on Friday against the Blazers.

Against the spread

BET ROCKETS -12.5 (-110).

The Rockets have covered the spread in each of their last 7 games including each of their last 6 as favorites and back-to-back games when playing as double-digit favorites. The Trail Blazers have failed to cover in 4 of their last 8 including 3 of their last 4 on the road.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 228.5 (-110).

Portland has scored 106 or fewer points in 7 of its last 10 including 99 or fewer in back-to-back games. It has hit the Under in each of its last 4 games and 7 of its last 10.

Houston has held its opponents to 101 or fewer in 2 of its last 3 and 107 or fewer in 8 of its last 10. It has scored 116 or fewer points in 6 of its last 9 and has hit the Under in 5 of its last 8.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (11-5) welcome the Portland Trail Blazers (6-9) to Toyota Center Friday for NBA Cup group play. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Rockets won 3-1 last season

The Trail Blazers lost 109-99 at the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday, covering as 12.5-point underdogs. They were led by G Shaedon Sharpe, who notched 21 points. Portland is 3-1 straight up and 4-0 against the spread (ATS) in its last 4 games. It is 9-5-1 ATS on the season.

The Rockets beat the visiting Indiana Pacers 130-113 Wednesday as 5.5-point favorites. C Alperen Sengun scored a game-high 31 points. Houston has won 6 of its last 7 overall and 6 straight at home. It has covered 6 in a row and is 11-5 ATS on the season.

Trail Blazers 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 9:07 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +525 (bet $100 to win $525) | Rockets -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread: Trail Blazers +12.5 (-110) | Rockets -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Trail Blazers at Rockets key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (finger) doubtful
G Scoot Henderson (quad) questionable
G Anfernee Simons (hand) questionable

Rockets

None

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Trail Blazers at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 120, Trail Blazers 113

Moneyline

PASS.

The Rockets (-750) have consistently won and are proving to be among the best teams in the Western Conference. Don’t bet against them on the road, but one also shouldn’t take them, as they’re far too expensive to play here.

Against the spread

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +12.5 (-110).

Portland has been a covering machine as of late. It has covered 4 in a row overall and its last 2 as a double-digit underdog. The Trail Blazers have scored at least 106 points in 3 of their last 4 games, which should be enough to keep things close in this one.

The Rockets have been double-digit favorites just once this season and have one of the best defenses in the NBA, but their offense has struggled. Over the last 8 games, the Rockets have topped 111 points just 3 times.

Expect Portland to stay hot and at least keep things close. Back TRAIL BLAZERS +12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 223.5 (-105).

The Trail Blazers defense has been their staple over the last few games, holding the Timberwolves to 98 and 108, the Hawks to 110, and the Thunder to 109. They are 1-3 O/U in their last 4 games and 6-9 O/U on the season.

The Rockets have gone Under in 4 of their last 7 games and held opponents to 107 or fewer points in 6 of 7. Considering those trends, play UNDER 223.5 (-105).

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