Another intense night of NBA action awaits us as we get set for the weekend. We have a total of 9 tasty matchups across both Conferences being played, including an ESPN doubleheader. The Raptors and Magic get us going at 7:30 pm ET before a clash between the Pistons and Warriors at 10:00 pm ET. I’ve done my due diligence and analyzed all 9 games, coming up with my NBA best bets for every single one of them. Let’s break down all 9 top picks, while you can also find out our expert NBA picks for in-depth analysis on all of the games today and throughout the entire season!
Lakers vs Wizards NBA best bet: Over 229.5 (-110)
The Wizards play the 4th fastest pace while having the 2nd worst defense in the NBA. We’ve seen the over cash in 5 of 6 meetings in Washington, while the last 10 games head-to-head are averaging 237.5 points per game.
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Raptors vs Magic NBA best bet: Raptors +1.5 (-112)
Two seemingly evenly matched opponents, but Toronto should edge out the Magic just like they did in the first meeting. They’ve won 4 in a row on the road, including a win over the defending champs Thunder. Orlando’s recent performances just aren’t confidence inspiring at all.
Kings vs Celtics NBA best bet: Russell Westbrook 2+ made threes (-154)
Russ has cleared this line in 14 of 20 games, including 9 of his last 10. Boston allows the 3rd most threes to opposing shooting guards and the 5th most overall as a team.
Trail Blazers vs Knicks NBA best bet: Knicks -7.5 (-108)
The Knicks are back and there’s no stopping them here. Portland has been one of the more pleasant surprises this season given everything they’ve gone through, but after 3 straight defeats which include a loss to Washington in their last game, I’m afraid they have nothing to offer here.
Grizzlies vs Pelicans NBA best bet: Pelicans -3 (-112)
The Pels are unbeaten in 4 games when they’re the favorite this season. They just won the latest meeting between these two teams played just a week ago. The Health situation just isn’t good in Memphis right now, New Orleans is the safer pick here.
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Cavaliers vs Suns NBA best bet: Cavs -4.5 (-114)
Suns are playing on a 2nd night of a back-to-back, in this scenario they have a losing record in 7 games played. They also have a losing record when Devin Booker isn’t playing, his absence will be felt against the red hot Cavs who have won 5 in a row and are coming off their 2nd biggest win of the season.
Clippers vs Nuggets NBA best bet: Clippers -6 (-112)
The Clippers own the NBA’s best record over the past 15 games at 12-3 SU. They’re also 3rd on offense and 11th on defense during this stretch, which makes them one of the most consistent teams in the league. Denver has overperformed in Jokic’s absence, but in a back-to-back scenario it’ll be tough against the in-form Clippers.
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Nets vs Jazz NBA best bet: Over 227.5 (-110)
The Nets have dropped 7 in a row, while the Jazz have lost 4 in a row. Neither team wants to win here if we’re being honest, so I’m looking at the points market. These two scored 233 points between them in the first meeting, the last 3 games head-to-head have seen the over cash twice.
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Pistons vs Warriors NBA best bet: Cade Cunningham over 4.5 rebounds (-146)
Cade has the strength and size advantage over Steph and with Jimmy Butler out the Warriors could struggle keeping the Pistons point guard off the glass here. He’s cleared this line in 63% of his games this year, including 15 of 21 on the road (71%).
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