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Washington Wizards at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Washington Wizards at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (15-64) visit the Minnesota Timberwolves (54-24) on Tuesday night. Tip from Target Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wizards vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Timberwolves lead 1-0 with 118-107 road win on Jan 24

The Wizards have lost 3 games in a row after falling 130-122 against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday and failing to cover as 5-point road underdogs. F Deni Avdija led 3 players with double-doubles scoring a game-high 32 points with 10 rebounds while G Jordan Poole had 29 points and 12 assists and F Patrick Baldwin Jr. had 16 points and 11 rebounds. Washington shot 47.2% from the field in the loss.

The Timberwolves took down the Los Angeles Lakers 127-117 on Sunday to cover as 1.5-point road favorites. C Naz Reid scored a game-high 31 points on 6-of-8 from 3 with 11 rebounds while C Rudy Gobert also had a double-double (18 points, 16 rebounds). Minnesota shot 51.5% from the field in the win.

Wizards at Timberwolves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Timberwolves -1600 (bet $1600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +16.5 (-110) | Timberwolves -16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wizards at Timberwolves key injuries

Wizards

F Marvin Bagley III (knee) out
G Bilal Coulibaly (wrist) out
G Johnny Davis (hip) questionable
F Anthony Gill (knee) questionable
F Richaun Holmes (toe) questionable
G Tyus Jones (back) out
F Kyle Kuzma (ankle) questionable
G Landry Shamet (calf) out
F Tristan Vukcevic (knee) questionable

Timberwolves

G Jaylen Clark (achilles) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Wizards at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 115, Wizards 104

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Timberwolves (-1600), who are 28-10 at home this season to beat the Wizards (+900), who are 8-31 on the road.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS +16.5 (-110).

Washington is 5-4-1 ATS in its last 10 games. It is 5-1-1 ATS in its last 7 games playing as an underdog and 4-0-1 ATS in its last 5 games playing as a double digit underdog. The Wizards are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 meetings with the Timberwolves since 2019.

Minnesota is just 2-3 ATS in its last 5 games and 1-3 ATS in its last 4 at home.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 223.5 (-110).

Washington has scored 112 or fewer points in 6 of its last 10 games and faces a Minnesota team that has allowed 110 or fewer points in 8 of its last 10. While the T-wolves have capabilities of scoring in droves, their defense will play a key factor in the Under hitting on Tuesday night.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Lakers (43-33) visit the Washington Wizards (15-61) Wednesday. Tip-off from Capital One Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lakers lead 1-0 with a 134-131 OT win at home on Feb. 29

Los Angeles beat the Toronto Raptors 128-111 Tuesday while covering as a 13.5-point road favorite. The Lakers shot 51.5% from the field and 43.9% from long range in the win. F LeBron James had 23 points and 9 assists asLos Angeles won back-to-back games and is now 7-1 in its last 8.

Washington picked up a 117-113 win over the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday while covering as a 12.5-point home underdog. The Wizards were outrebounded 57-44, but they held the Bucks to 22.9% shooting from deep. Washington also shot 50.5% from the field to end a 3-game losing streak.

Lakers at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:34 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers -1100 (bet $1100 to win $100) | Wizards +675 (bet $100 to win $675)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -12.5 (-110) | Wizards +12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Lakers at Wizards key injuries

Lakers

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Wizards

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Lakers at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 121, Wizards 114

Moneyline

PASS.

Los Angeles (-1100) should pick up the win, but the Lakers are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy favorites. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS +12.5 (-110).

Washington has covered the spread in back-to-back meetings with the Lakers and are 3-1 ATS in the last 4 matchups. The Wizards are also 3-1 ATS in their last 4 meetings with LA in Washington. The Wizards are 4-2-1 ATS in their last 7 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 234.5 (-105).

The Over has hit in back-to-back games for the Wizards and is 3-1 in their last 4 outings. For LA, the Over hit in its last outing and is 6-3 in its last 9 games. The Over is also 42-33-1 for the Lakers this season. The Over has also hit in 4 of the last 5 Lakers-Wizards meetings.

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Miami Heat at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Washington Wizards (14-60) welcome the Miami Heat (40-33) to Capital One Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Heat lead 2-1.

While the Heat lead the season series 2-1, the Wizards are 2-1 against the spread (ATS) in those matchups. They are coming off a 96-87 home loss to the Detroit Pistons Friday, failing to cover as a 3.5-point favorite. The Wizards have lost 7 of their last 10 and are 3-7 ATS in that span. They are 33-39-2 ATS on the season.

The Heat have won 5 of their last 8 and are coming off a 142-82 home win over the Portland Trail Blazers Friday, covering as a 14-point favorite. Miami has spent the last 4 games at home and are 2-2 straight up and ATS in those. It is 35-37-1 ATS on the season. The Heat are led by F Jimmy Butler, who is averaging 21.1 points per game.

Heat at Wizards odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -590 (bet $590 to win $100) | Wizards +430 (bet $100 to win $430)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat -11 (-110) | Wizards +11 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 217 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Heat at Wizards key injuries

Heat

G Tyler Herro (foot) out
F Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) available
G Caleb Martin (ankle) out
G Duncan Robinson (back) probable

Wizards

F Bilal Coulibaly (wrist) out
G Tyus Jones (back) out
F Kyle Kuzma (heel) questionable
G Landry Shamet (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Heat at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 108, Wizards 103

Moneyline

PASS.

The Heat are rightfully a strong favorite, and given the expensive odds, there’s no value in playing them to win outright. Similarly, the Wizards are missing too many key pieces to take to pull off the upset.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS +11 (-110).

Washington has covered its last 2 games as a double-digit underdog, beating the Bulls by 2 on the road and beating the Kings by 7 at home yet closing as a 13-point and 11-point underdog respectively. The Wizards will have some capable scoring with 4 players averaging double figures set to be active.

The Heat are 1-2 ATS in their last 3 games as a double-digit favorite. They have failed to top 92 points in 2 of their last 4, so the Heat may not have the firepower offensively to pull away by a sizable margin.

That said, back WIZARDS +11 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 217 (-108).

Miami is 3-9 O/U in its last 12 games and has scored 92 or fewer in 4 of its last 9. The Heat will be missing Robinson and Herro, 2 of their top-5 scoring options which could hurt their offensive efficiency.

The Wizards, who play at one of the fastest paces in the NBA, have scored 107 or fewer in 4 of their last 8 and put up just 87 in their last game. The Heat won’t look to push the pace and have a strong, efficiency defense that should be able to limit a shorthanded Washington side.

Combine it all together and back UNDER 217 (-108).

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Detroit Pistons at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Detroit Pistons at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Pistons (12-61) and Washington Wizards (14-59) meet Friday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Wizards lead 2-1

The Pistons wrap up a 3-game road trip on Friday night in Washington D.C. against the Wizards. Detroit did cover Wednesday as a 16.5-point underdog, but lost 106-91 to the Minnesota Timberwolves as the Under (215.5) cashed. G Cade Cunningham carried the Pistons offensively scoring 32 points on 11-of-23 (47.8%) shooting. Detroit has lost 8 straight games.

Washington had its 1st 3-game win streak of the season snapped by the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night, 122-119 in overtime. Despite the loss, the Wizards did cover the 4-point spread and the Over (220.5) cashed. G Jordan Poole had a season-high 38 points while F Kyle Kuzma dropped a double-double (24 points and 10 rebounds).

The Wizards have won 9 of the last 10 games against the Pistons. In their most recent meeting on Jan. 27, Washington won 118-104 as a 3.5-point underdog with the Under (240) cashing.

Pistons at Wizards odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:41 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +144 (bet $100 to win $144) | Wizards -172 (bet $172 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +4 (-112) | Wizards -4 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pistons at Wizards key injuries

Pistons

G Jaden Ivey (knee) questionable
G Cade Cunningham (knee) questionable

Wizards

F Richaun Holmes (toe) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pistons at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Wizards 118, Pistons 108

Moneyline

PASS.

You have 2 teams that are only playing for pride at this point which means I’m going to ride the hot hand which is the Wizards (having won 3 of their last 4). I’ll save my bet for the spread with the better odds.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS -4 (-108).

It seems like the Pistons just want this season to end, having lost their last 9 games with 9 left to play. Washington has also owned Detroit of late, winning 9 of the last 10 meetings. The Wizards have also covered the spread in 3 of the last 4. It looks like Washington has found a formula that works.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 227.5 (-110).

Three of the last 4 meetings between these 2 teams have gone Under the total. The Pistons are 2-8 against the Over in their last 10 while the Wizards have been Under in 3 of their last 4. I’m going to ride the trends and take the Under.

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Brooklyn Nets at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Brooklyn Nets (27-45) face the Washington Wizards (14-58) Wednesday. Tip-off from Capital One Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Nets vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Nets lead 2-1

The Washington Wizards have won 3 games in a row! It’s way too late to help, but at least it shows they can win.

They beat the Chicago Bulls 107-105 Monday despite shooting worse from the field (40.2% vs. 41.4%) and having more turnovers (14 vs. 12) and fewer free throws (18 vs. 28). They did have more offensive rebounds and points off turnovers, both of which helped their momentum.

The Nets ended their 6-game losing streak in a uniquely low 96-88 win over the Toronto Raptors Monday. The Nets had twice as many turnovers (20 vs. 10) but dominated the boards (50 vs. 30).

Nets at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nets -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Wizards +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Nets -3.5 (-110) | Wizards +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Nets at Wizards key injuries

Nets

F Cameron Johnson (toe) out
F Ben Simmons (back) out
G Dennis Smith Jr. (hip) out
G Cam Thomas (back) questionable

Wizards

G Tyus Jones (back) out
G Landry Shamet (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Nets at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Wizards 117, Nets 113

Moneyline

Washington is a bad team, but Brooklyn may not be at an advantage in this matchup. While they are 15-8 as favorites, that number drops to 4-5 in road games. I like the value here.

LEAN WIZARDS (+125).

Against the spread

Both of these teams stink after a win. The Wizards are just 5-8 ATS after a victory (38.5%), while the Nets are a slightly worse 9-15-2 (37.5%). The Nets also have the 4th worst record ATS as a road favorite (3-6) so I will take the points.

BET WIZARDS +3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Wizards are bad in most metrics this season. However, they do well pushing the ball up the court. They score the 2nd-most fastbreak points per game (17.4) in the NBA, and the Nets allow the 5th-most points from fastbreaks (15.3).

Add that with Brooklyn’s 61.5% Over rate after a win, and I expect points to be scored.

LEAN OVER 223.5 (-110).

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Washington Wizards at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Wizards at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (13-58) and Chicago Bulls (34-37) meet Monday at United Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wizards vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Bulls lead 1-0

The Wizards will attempt to do something on Monday that they haven’t accomplished all season — win 3 games in a row. After beating Sacramento on Thursday, they beat the Toronto Raptors 112-109 on Saturday, but failed to cover as 6-point favorites as the Under (231.5) cashed. All 5 Washington starters scored in double-figures, led by F Deni Avdija’s 22 points. He also had 13 rebounds, 5 assists and 1 steal.

Chicago dropped the 1st game of its 3-game homestand to the Boston Celtics 124-113 on Saturday night. They failed to cover as 5-point underdogs while the Over (218.5) cashed. F DeMar DeRozan filled up the stat sheet with 28 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds and a block. The Bulls sit as the 9th seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.

The Bulls beat the Wizards 127-98 on March 16 at the United Center. They covered as a 9.5-point favorite and the Over (224.5) cashed.

Wizards at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 11:23 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Bulls -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +12 (-110) | Bulls -12 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -112)

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Wizards at Bulls key injuries

Wizards

F Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) out
G Jordan Poole (ankle) questionable
F Eugene Omoruyi (ankle) out
G Tyus Jones (back) out

Bulls

F Dalen Terry (calf) probable
F Terry Taylor (calf) probable
G Alex Caruso (ankle) probable
G Coby White (hip) probable

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Wizards at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 123, Wizards 108

Moneyline

PASS.

You should avoid betting the Bulls (-700) as the juice is too much. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET BULLS -12 (-110).

Nothing heals what ails you like the Wizards coming to town. The Bulls need to get this win before the Indiana Pacers arrive on Wednesday. Chicago has failed to cover the spread in 4 of its last 5, but the 1 game they did was against the Wizards. The Bulls need to take advantage of this gimmie win as they try to hold onto their playoff seeding.

The Wizards are 1-6 against the spread (ATS) in their last 7 games. They are 31-38-2 ATS on the season.

Over/Under

BET OVER 225.5 (-110).

These 2 played to the Over in their 1st meeting. The Bulls are 6-0 against the Over in their last 6 games while the Wizards are 4-2.

Washington is the fastest team in the league when it comes to possessions per game (105.9). That fact comes at a price though as the Wizards don’t play much defense, allowing the most points per game in the league (123.7).

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Toronto Raptors at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto Raptors at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Raptors (23-47) and Washington Wizards (12-58) meet Sunday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Raptors vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Raptors lead 2-0

Toronto dropped its 9th game in a row with a 123-103 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder Friday night. It failed to cover the spread as a 16.5-point underdog, and the Under (230) cashed. Every Raptors starter scored in double figures, led by rookie G Gradey Dick, who had 21 points on 4-of-7 shooting from long range. They struggled to control the ball, committing 27 turnovers in the loss. Toronto currently sits 7½ games back of the Atlanta Hawks for the final play-in spot.

Washington snapped a 5-game losing streak in a 109-102 win against the Sacramento Kings Thursday night. It won the game outright as an 11-point underdog, and the Under (238.5) cashed. F Kyle Kuzma carried the Wizards with 31 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 block and 1 steal. Washington has long been eliminated from playoff contention.

The Raptors have won 7 of the last 8 against the Wizards. In their most recent meeting (Dec. 27), Toronto covered as a 6.5-point road favorite with a 132-102 victory as the Under (243) hit.

Raptors at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Raptors +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Wizards -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raptors +6.5 (-110) | Wizards -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Raptors at Wizards key injuries

Raptors

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F Scottie Barnes (hand) out
G RJ Barrett (personal) out
G D.J. Carton (ankle) out
C Jakob Poeltl (hand) out
G Gary Trent Jr. (back) out
G Immanuel Quickley (personal) out

Wizards

G Tyus Jones (back) out
G Jordan Poole (hip) questionable
G Landry Shamet (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Raptors at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Raptors 118, Wizards 110

Moneyline

BET RAPTORS (+200).

Yes, Toronto has lost 9 straight games, but where better to get back on the winning track than a trip to our nation’s capital?

The Raptors have won 4 straight against the Wizards, including the 30-point victory in Washington Dec. 27. It may be a long shot, but Toronto still has an outside chance of making the playoffs, while the Wizards are playing out the string at this point. I love getting those juicy plus-odds in this matchup.

Against the spread

PASS.

I’m going to focus my unit on the moneyline. No need to bet the spread.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 232.5 (-110).

I’m all about the Under in this game because the trends are hard to ignore. The Raptors and Wizards have gone Under in their last 3 head-to-head matchups, and Toronto has gone Under in its last 5 games.

Also, both of these teams are missing a few key players, especially when it comes to offense. The Raptors are only scoring 96 points per game over their last 3.

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Sacramento Kings at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Sacramento Kings at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Sacramento Kings (40-28) visit the Washington Wizards (11-58) on Thursday with tip-off from Capital One Arena scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Kings vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Kings lead 1-0 after 143-131 win at home on Dec. 18

The Kings have won back-to-back games after dominating the Toronto Raptors 123-89 on Wednesday and easily covering as 11-point road favorites. G De’Aaron Fox scored a game-high 20 points while F Domantas Sabonis had a triple-double (13 points, 17 rebounds, 10 assists). Sacramento shot 51.6% from the field in the win.

Washington has lost 5 games in a row after falling 137-114 against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday and failing to cover as a 10.5-point home underdog. F Corey Kispert, F Justin Champagnie, and G Jules Bernard each scored 16 points as 8 Washington players scored in double figures. The Wizards shot 42.9% from the field in the loss.

Kings at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kings -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Wizards +500 (bet $100 to win $500)
Against the spread (ATS): Kings -11.5 (-110) | Wizards +11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Kings at Wizards key injuries

Kings

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Wizards

F Deni Avdija (knee) questionable
F Marvin Bagley III (back) out
G Bilal Coulibaly (wrist) out
F Richaun Holmes (illness) questionable
G Tyus Jones (back) out
F Isaiah Livers (hip) out
G Landry Shamet (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Kings at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 127, Wizards 114

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Kings (-700), who are 7-3 in their last 10 games, to beat the Wizards (+500), who are 2-8 in their last 10 and 4-28 at home this season.

Against the spread

BET KINGS -11.5 (-110).

Sacramento has covered the spread in 3 of its last 5 and is 3-0 against the spread (ATS) in each of its last 3 road games. Washington is just 2-8 ATS in its last 10 including 1-3 ATS in its last 4 home games and 0-4 ATS in its last 4 games as a 9-point or more underdog.

Over/Under

BET OVER 236.5 (-110).

The Kings have scored at least 120 points in 4 of their last 5 games and 7 of their last 10 overall. They have a Wizards team that has struggled defensively, giving up 127 or more in each of their last 4 games. The Wizards have hit the Over in 7 of their last 10 games largely on account of their poor defense which will be a factor on Thursday.

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Houston Rockets at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Houston Rockets (32-35) visit the Washington Wizards (11-57) Tuesday. Tip-off from Capital One Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Rockets lead 1-0

Houston has won 5 games in a row after knocking off the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-103 Saturday to cover as a 5-point home underdog. G Jalen Green and G Fred VanVleet each had a double-double. Green had a game-high 26 points with 11 rebounds, and VanVleet finished with 13 points and 16 assists. The Rockets shot 48% from the field in the win.

Washington has lost 4 games in a row after falling 130-104 to the Boston Celtics Sunday and failing to cover as a 15-point home underdog. G Jordan Poole scored a game-high 31 points while only 3 total Washington players scored in double figures. The Wizards shot 46.1% from the field in the loss.

In their 1st regular-season meeting (Thursday), Houston covered as a 9-point home favorite in a 135-119 win as the Over (229) cashed. Green had a season-high 37 points, and the Rockets led by as many as 24 in the 3rd quarter.

Rockets at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Wizards +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets -9.5 (-110) | Wizards +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Wizards key injuries

Rockets

C Alperen Sengun (ankle, knee) out
F Cam Whitmore (knee) out

Wizards

F Deni Avdija (knee) out
C Marvin Bagley III (back) out
G Tyus Jones (back) out
F Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) questionable
G Landry Shamet (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Rockets at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 121, Wizards 108

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Rockets (-450) to take down the Wizards, who are 4-27 at home and 2-8 in their last 10 overall.

Against the spread

BET ROCKETS -9.5 (-110).

Houston is 7-3 straight up and 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games. It has covered in back-to-back games overall and 4 of its last 5 on the road. The Rockets are 37-29-1 ATS this season.

Washington is 30-36-2 ATS this season. It is 2-8 straight up and just 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games. It has failed to cover in 4 straight games, including 3 as an underdog of 9 or more points. It is also 1-2 ATS in its last 3 home games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 227.5 (-110).

Houston has hit the Over in back-to-back games and has scored 112 or more points in 7 of its last 8.

Washington has hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games, including 3 straight. While it has scored 104 or fewer points in 3 of its last 4 games, it has allowed 127 or more in each of its last 3. It has allowed at least 119 points in 7 of its last 10 games.

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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 Boston Celtics (52-14) and Washington Wizards (11-56) meet Sunday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0

Boston won its 4th straight game on Thursday night over the Phoenix Suns 127-112, covering the 5.5-point spread as the Over (226.5) cashed. G Jaylen Brown lit it up for 37 points, shooting over 60% from the field. The Celtics also got 50 points from the combination of F Jayson Tatum (26) and C Al Horford (24). Boston has a stranglehold on the top seed for the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Washington finished their 4-game road trip 1-3 after losing in Chicago to the Bulls 127-98 on Saturday night. They failed to cover as a 9.5-point underdog and the Over (224.5) cashed. F Corey Kispert led the Wizards in scoring with 16 points hitting 3 of 6 from long range. Washington has long been eliminated from playoff contention.

The Celtics won their last meeting 133-129 on Feb. 9 in Boston. Washington covered the spread as an 18-point underdog and the Over (236) cashed.

Celtics at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:56 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Wizards +400 (bet $100 to win $400)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -10.5 (-110) | Wizards +10.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Wizards key injuries

Celtics

F Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) out
G Derrick White (hand) out
G Jaylen Brown (ankle) questionable
F Jayson Tatum (ankle) questionable

Wizards

F Deni Avdija (knee) questionable
G Landry Shamet (calf) questionable
G Tyus Jones (back) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Wizards 110

Moneyline

PASS.

You should avoid betting the Celtics (-550) as the juice is too much. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -10.5 (-110).

Boston has covered 8 of their last 10 games, 4 straight coming into this one. It’ll be 5 games after Sunday night against the Wizards. The Celtics have beaten the Wizards 5 of their last 6 games and covered the spread in 4.

Washington has lost 19 of their last 21 games. The Wizards are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 home games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 232.5 (-110).

Washington and Boston have gone Over the posted total in their last 4 meetings.

The Wizards have the worst record in the NBA because they allow the most points per game (123.9). They are also the fastest team in the NBA according to pace of play. The Celtics are the 2nd-highest scoring team in the NBA at 120.9 per game. That’s a recipe for an Over if I’ve ever heard one.

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