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Hornets vs. Pacers: Prediction, point spread, odds, over/under, betting picks

The best bets for the game between the Charlotte Hornets and Indiana Pacers to start the regular season.

The Charlotte Hornets play the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, money line odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.

The game tips off at 7 p.m. ET and can be seen on Bally Sports SE.

After a rocky preseason with blowout losses and an abundance of injuries, the Hornets are back healthy right in time for the season opener, which included Gordon Hayward’s battle with COVID-19.

Pacers at Hornets notable injuries:

Terry Rozier and Miles Bridges are both listed as probable for Wednesday’s opener. Rozier missed the last three games of the preseason with a sprained ankle. Bridges left the final preseason game in the first half after tweaking his knee.

The Pacers have a lengthy injury report with Caris LeVert and T.J. Warren both out for the foreseeable future. Malcolm Brogdon is listed as probable while Jeremy Lamb and Justin Holiday are both listed as questionable.

The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook

  • Point spread: Hornets -1.5
  • Money line: Hornets -130 / Pacers +105
  • Over-under: 222.5

Advice and prediction

In a rematch of last season’s play-in game, which the Pacers won, look for the Hornets to cover the spread and take the win as Indiana is without key players in T.J. Warren and Caris LeVert, which should lead to a slight under. 

Prediction: Hornets 112, Pacers 106

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Rockets at Timberwolves: Prediction, point spread, odds, over/under, betting picks

Minnesota enters Wednesday’s home opener versus Houston as a -210 favorite by the money line and at -5.5 by the spread.

The Houston Rockets will open their 2021-22 regular season with Wednesday’s visit to Minnesota, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, moneyline odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.

The game tips off at 7 p.m. Central and can be viewed or streamed via AT&T SportsNet Southwest and NBA League Pass.

At 17-55 and 23-49, respectively, the Rockets and Timberwolves finished 2020-21 with two of the three worst records in the Western Conference. Yet, both teams have ample young talent, and it could certainly be argued each would have fared better last season if not for injuries. As such, with healthier squads and development by key prospects, both franchises hope to see better results in 2021-22.

Houston is expected to start Kevin Porter Jr., Jalen Green, Eric Gordon, Christian Wood and Daniel Theis in Wednesday’s opener, while Minnesota will likely counter with D’Angelo Russell, Anthony Edwards, Josh Okogie, Jaden McDaniels and Karl-Anthony Towns.

Projected lineups are from each team’s official game notes.

Rockets at Timberwolves notable injuries:

For the Rockets, Garrison Mathews and John Wall are each listed as out. Mathews is not yet with the team after his recent acquisition, while Wall is expected to sit out as part of a mutually agreed plan not to play in games. Danuel House Jr. is questionable due to personal reasons.

For Minnesota, Patrick Beverley is out for Wednesday’s game due to an NBA suspension from the 2021 playoffs, while Jordan McLaughlin (right groin strain) and Jaylen Nowell (back spasms) are questionable.

The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook

  • Point spread: Timberwolves -5.5
  • Money line: Rockets +170 / Timberwolves -210
  • Over-under: 227.5 points

Advice and prediction

Despite its record, Minnesota was sneaky competitive late in the 2020-21 regular season, winning nine of its final 16 games. Relative to the Rockets, who were largely uncompetitive in the final three preseason games, the Timberwolves have the advantage of being a few years ahead in their current rebuilding cycle.

With Minnesota at home and perhaps some nerves on display from rookies Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun in their NBA debuts, it shouldn’t be a surprise if the Timberwolves cover a relatively small spread.

Prediction: Timberwolves 120, Rockets 110

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Warriors vs. Lakers: Prediction, point spread, odds, over/under, betting picks

Before the Warriors meet the Lakers in the regular season opener, here is all the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.

On opening night of the NBA’s 2021-22 season, the Warriors will play the Lakers on Tuesday, Oct. 19, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck!

We’ll give you the latest point spread, moneyline odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.

The game tips off at 7 p.m. PT and can be seen on TNT. For everything else you need to know about the contest, including lineups and injury reports, click here.

After meeting in the opening Western Conference postseason play-in game last season, the Lakers and Warriors will feature different lineups in the 2021-22 regular-season rematch.

While the main characters like Steph Curry, LeBron James and Draymond Green will play significant roles, Tuesday’s contest will welcome the debuts of veterans Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony, Otto Porter Jr. and more to the budding rivalry.

The Warriors are riding a clean sweep of the preseason, with two wins coming against the Lakers. Yet, the regular-season opener will bring a little more added juice for both teams.

Warriors at Lakers notable injuries:

  • Klay Thompson – Out – (Right Achilles)
  • Jonathan Kuminga – Out – (Right Knee)
  • James Wiseman – Out – (Right Knee)
  • Talen Horton-Tucker – Out – (Right Thumb)

The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook:

Point spread: Warriors (+3.5) / Lakers (-3.5)

Money line: Warriors (+130) / Lakers (-160)

Over-under: 225.5

Best Bet: While both teams landed in the top-five in defensive rating last season, the Warriors and Lakers made several additions that benefit their teams on the offensive side of the floor.

With both teams likely being a little undisciplined on defense in the first game of the season paired with the excitement around the regular-season opener, the Warriors and Lakers could combine for a back-and-forth offensive battle filled with fireworks. Over 225.5 is standing out on the ticket. Lock it up.

Prediction: 117-111 Lakers

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Nets vs. Bucks: Prediction, point spread, odds, over/under, betting

See Nets Wire’s prediction for opening night against the Bucks, with odds, the over/under line and betting picks.

The Brooklyn Nets play the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, moneyline odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.

The game tips off at 7:30 p.m and can be seen on TNT.

The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook

  • Point spread: Bucks -1.5
  • Money line: Bucks -125 / Nets +102
  • Over-under: 233.5

Advice and prediction

The Milwaukee Bucks are back to defend their throne. Although Giannis Antetokounmpo has been showing off his improved jump shot during the preseason, this still isn’t enough. Losing PJ Tucker, who was the premier defender on Milwaukee, is extremely vital and his absence is going to be exploited right away. Whoever has the assignment of guarding Kevin Durant will be the first to find out how unstoppable he can be.

Now, when you add a healthy James Harden to the mix with a more complete Nets roster, it’s just hard to see the Bucks covering. Especially on what will be an emotional opening night. Take the Nets moneyline at +102.

Prediction: Nets 124, Bucks 115

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Lakers vs. Warriors: Prediction, point spread, odds, over/under, betting picks

The best bets for the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors to start the regular season.

The Los Angeles Lakers play the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, money line odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.

The game tips off at 10 p.m. ET and can be seen on TNT.

It’s the opening night in the NBA, so both teams are hoping for fresh starts after the way last season ended. The Warriors lost the play-in tournament and missed the playoffs completely. Injuries derailed the Lakers’ chances in the first round of the playoffs against the Phoenix Suns.

Russell Westbrook, LeBron James and Anthony Davis played two games together in the preseason, but now everything counts, so the intensity will be high.

Warriors at Lakers notable injuries:

The Lakers will not have Trevor Ariza, Wayne Ellington and Talen Horton-Tucker. Kendrick Nunn and Malik Monk will be game-time decisions.

Golden State will be without Klay Thompson, James Wiseman and rookie Jonathan Kuminga.

The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook

  • Point spread: Lakers -3.5
  • Money line: Lakers -160 / Warriors +130
  • Over-under: 237.5

Advice and prediction

When the key players play for all four quarters, it should be a close game similar to the play-in matchup. This game could teeter either way, but the Lakers should pull off a win and cover the spread. Both units boasted top of the league’s top defenses last year, so go under.

Prediction: Lakers 114, Warriors 109

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