NBA 2023-2024 betting

[Rikafip]

I don't know if has been mentioned (probably not) but Toni Kukoc, one of the best European basketball players of all time will finally be introduced to the NBA Hall of Fame. Several years later than he deserved, but better later than never, as they said.

For those NBA fans who weren't old enough to see him playing, closest comparison I could think of is Jokic, in terms of BBIQ and style of play, which was strongly focused pn playmaking & shooting 3s. Unfortunately, when he came to the NBA he was forced to buff and wrestle under the rim with physically much stronger players. Bull basically ruined him, but despite that he still had pretty good NBA career, winning 3 NBA titles with the Bulls during that golden era. Player with his qualities would probably dominate the NBA today.

Just to show what kind of player Kukoc was; back in 1987 during u-19 World Championship, Yugoslavia beat United States in the group stage, with Kukoc shooting 11/12 for three points. Yugoslavia beat United States once again in the semifinals and eventually won the Champioship, with Kukoc being voted MVP.

https://chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2021/5/16/22438983/bulls-toni-kukoc-entering-hall-of-fame-with-the-2021-class

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[Harkorede]

I already locked in my bet on Washington vs Boston.

I'm going Washington at ML here. They have a good chance, Westbrook and Beal are doing an excellent job so far. i got it @2.16. Let's see how it goes, I'm sure that there are also bettors looking for the underdog Wizards to pull some 'magic". 

Same. I have Wizards on my ML and I already put my bet yesterday.
I have to be honest, I really thought the game will be now and never even thought it will be tomorrow. 
Lucky, the ML now is still the same at 2.12. Looking forward for Wizards to win this game with a high point deficit because I also put a bet for over points @235.5.
If Tatum could answer all the attacks from Beal and Westbrook then, we might see a high scoring game.

I will be opting for the Over too, It's Over 233.5 on Sportsbet. I would be keen to watch how the Celtics will handle Beal and WestBrook, although Beal would be playing with an hamstring injury so he might not be at his usual best.

I don't know what to expect from either side, but I'm sure it should be a highscoring one.

[TravelMug]

This might affect our betting on the Pacers vs Hornets game:

Pacers swingman Caris LeVert to miss Play-In game vs. Hornets.

And this one as well:

Indiana Pacers
@Pacers
·
4h
Injury Report:

Brogdon - Questionable (right hamstring)
A. Holiday - Questionable (right toe)
Lamb - Out (left knee)
LeVert - Out (health & safety protocols)
Sabonis - Questionable (left quad)
Sumner - Questionable (left knee)
Turner - Out (right toe)
Warren - Out (left foot)

https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/1394708521766301696

+1.5 for Hornets might be a good bet currently @1.93 in sportsbet.

[morvillz7z]

The first play-in game starts in a few minutes, and to be completely honest, i've no idea what to expect from both the Pacers or the Hornets. I was leaning towards the OVER since the Pacers have been leading the league in pace for the past few weeks, but this is a single-elimination game, so teams are expected to play at a slower pace, maybe even play some defense. lol

My other lean was towards the Hornets ml but Pacers are getting back three of their players, Brogdon, A. Holiday and Sumner...and that's a no-no for me. Player props it is:

Washington 5+ rebs; Sabonis 11+ rebs; LaMelo Ball O3.5 assists @1.80 won

PJ Washington and Sabonis are arguably their teams' best rebounders (not counting Zeller and Biyombo because they will get limited minutes). LaMelo has struggled with his shooting since returning from wrist surgery, but he has 10 games in a row with four or more assists.

Sabonis 30+ pts and rebs; Rozier 3+ rebs; McDermott 1+ 3pts; Bridges 1+ 3pt @1.57 won

I see Sabonis in the 25 and 15 range today, i'd love to take him on the triple-double, but Pacers will have some of their guards back guards, including Brogdon. Rozier has 3 or more rebounds in 12 of their last 13 games, which is pretty decent for an undersized guard, and he's had 16 rebounds in their last two. McDermott and Bridges should be able to get at least one from behind the three-point line, not asking for much, am i?  

[wheelz1200]

The first play-in game starts in a few minutes, and to be completely honest, i've no idea what to expect from both the Pacers or the Hornets. I was leaning towards the OVER since the Pacers have been leading the league in pace for the past few weeks, but this is a single-elimination game, so teams are expected to play at a slower pace, maybe even play some defense. lol

My other lean was towards the Hornets ml but Pacers are getting back three of their players, Brogdon, A. Holiday and Sumner...and that's a no-no for me. Player props it is:

Washington 5+ rebs; Sabonis 11+ rebs; LaMelo Ball O3.5 assists @1.80

PJ Washington and Sabonis are arguably their teams' best rebounders (not counting Zeller and Biyombo because they will get limited minutes). LaMelo has struggled with his shooting since returning from wrist surgery, but he has 10 games in a row with four or more assists.

Sabonis 30+ pts and rebs; Rozier 3+ rebs; McDermott 1+ 3pts; Bridges 1+ 3pt @1.57

I see Sabonis in the 25 and 15 range today, i'd love to take him on the triple-double, but Pacers will have some of their guards back guards, including Brogdon. Rozier has 3 or more rebounds in 12 of their last 13 games, which is pretty decent for an undersized guard, and he's had 16 rebounds in their last two. McDermott and Bridges should be able to get at least one from behind the three-point line, not asking for much, am i?  

Dougy mcbuckets already has 4 3pointers in the first quarter he can't miss.  Hopefully it's not a blowout where they will semi rest some players, pacers already up 14 in the first quarter.  Was really liking the pacers even with lavert out in protocol, that's what slowed me down.  Still long game ahead but good luck on your props

[Maslate]

Wizards vs Celtics now, I hope this will be a close game, I'm a bit disappointed with the Pacers vs Charlotte game, I never thought Pacers would dominate them big time, Pacers can't be underestimated, everyone can score.

On Celtics vs Wizards, I guess my triple-double is the guy here so I'm backing the Wizards to win.

Happy watching guys! ENJOY!

[Dave1]

Wizards vs Celtics now, I hope this will be a close game, I'm a bit disappointed with the Pacers vs Charlotte game, I never thought Pacers would dominate them big time, Pacers can't be underestimated, everyone can score.

Yeah, I thought that Charlotte should at least give them a good fight, however, it was a blow out game, high scoring game.

On Celtics vs Wizards, I guess my triple-double is the guy here so I'm backing the Wizards to win.

Happy watching guys! ENJOY!

Celtics leading the first quarter, I have Wizards to win by ML here. Beal seems to be cold in the first quarter though. But he can explode anytime so let's hope the game will go on the wire.

[Yamifoud]

Celtics leading the first quarter, I have Wizards to win by ML here. Beal seems to be cold in the first quarter though. But he can explode anytime so let's hope the game will go on the wire.

Things had flipped in the 2nd quarter as it's the Celtics now who are struggling in scoring.

Wizards now in the lead, just a small lead but it's good that they were able to come back and take the lead, yes, let's hope this will end as a very close game as it's more exciting that way.  Beal is leading the scoring now, and he will continue to score until the end of the game.

[Fredomago]

Celtics leading the first quarter, I have Wizards to win by ML here. Beal seems to be cold in the first quarter though. But he can explode anytime so let's hope the game will go on the wire.

Things had flipped in the 2nd quarter as it's the Celtics now who are struggling in scoring.

Wizards now in the lead, just a small lead but it's good that they were able to come back and take the lead, yes, let's hope this will end as a very close game as it's more exciting that way.  Beal is leading the scoring now, and he will continue to score until the end of the game.

Ang Boston flipped it back and win this game with a very huge margin, Tatum and Walker really played well against Beal and WB.

I like the attitude of Tatum, he keeps on moving and keeps taking the ball in his hand. I see this a good indication, if he keeps doing the
same competing with the Nets they might have the chance.

Congrats to those who pick the ML for Boston @ 1.73.

[Harkorede]

The first play-in game starts in a few minutes, and to be completely honest, i've no idea what to expect from both the Pacers or the Hornets. I was leaning towards the OVER since the Pacers have been leading the league in pace for the past few weeks, but this is a single-elimination game, so teams are expected to play at a slower pace, maybe even play some defense. lol

I guess this only worked out for the Celtics vs Wizards, they fell way short on the Over 233.5 but Pacers and Hornets just couldn't stop scoring. 

Nice wins you've got there, congrats!

[Jating]

This might affect our betting on the Pacers vs Hornets game:

Pacers swingman Caris LeVert to miss Play-In game vs. Hornets.

And this one as well:

Indiana Pacers
@Pacers
·
4h
Injury Report:

Brogdon - Questionable (right hamstring)
A. Holiday - Questionable (right toe)
Lamb - Out (left knee)
LeVert - Out (health & safety protocols)
Sabonis - Questionable (left quad)
Sumner - Questionable (left knee)
Turner - Out (right toe)
Warren - Out (left foot)

https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/1394708521766301696

+1.5 for Hornets might be a good bet currently @1.93 in sportsbet.

Lol, it seems that the announcement from Pacers is a trap, they won by a large margin and Sabonis and Brogdon played and lead the team. High scoring game.

So good win for the Pacers and their ML is also very attractive so congrats for those who win.

Boston too, played great in the 3rd quarter and never allow Wizards to comeback and make a rally.

[Natalim]

This might affect our betting on the Pacers vs Hornets game:

Pacers swingman Caris LeVert to miss Play-In game vs. Hornets.

And this one as well:

Indiana Pacers
@Pacers
·
4h
Injury Report:

Brogdon - Questionable (right hamstring)
A. Holiday - Questionable (right toe)
Lamb - Out (left knee)
LeVert - Out (health & safety protocols)
Sabonis - Questionable (left quad)
Sumner - Questionable (left knee)
Turner - Out (right toe)
Warren - Out (left foot)

https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/1394708521766301696

+1.5 for Hornets might be a good bet currently @1.93 in sportsbet.

Lol, it seems that the announcement from Pacers is a trap, they won by a large margin and Sabonis and Brogdon played and lead the team. High scoring game.

So good win for the Pacers and their ML is also very attractive so congrats for those who win.

Boston too, played great in the 3rd quarter and never allow Wizards to comeback and make a rally.

When in an important game and the status is questionable, most likely the player will play unless it's confirmed out. The best way is to bet live, but even if they played, Hornets by its squad, they are still capable of winning the game, they just had a bad game, that's it.

[wheelz1200]

This might affect our betting on the Pacers vs Hornets game:

Pacers swingman Caris LeVert to miss Play-In game vs. Hornets.

And this one as well:

Indiana Pacers
@Pacers
·
4h
Injury Report:

Brogdon - Questionable (right hamstring)
A. Holiday - Questionable (right toe)
Lamb - Out (left knee)
LeVert - Out (health & safety protocols)
Sabonis - Questionable (left quad)
Sumner - Questionable (left knee)
Turner - Out (right toe)
Warren - Out (left foot)

https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/1394708521766301696

+1.5 for Hornets might be a good bet currently @1.93 in sportsbet.

Lol, it seems that the announcement from Pacers is a trap, they won by a large margin and Sabonis and Brogdon played and lead the team. High scoring game.

So good win for the Pacers and their ML is also very attractive so congrats for those who win.

Boston too, played great in the 3rd quarter and never allow Wizards to comeback and make a rally.

When in an important game and the status is questionable, most likely the player will play unless it's confirmed out. The best way is to bet live, but even if they played, Hornets by its squad, they are still capable of winning the game, they just had a bad game, that's it.

Yeah I don't think there was any question those guys were playing in a one and done game if you can hobble on the court you will do it.  With that being said, the Pacers whomped last night.  I don't think I saw that coming at all with lavert being in protocol

[danherbias07]

Bets locked already.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors
Warriors +3.5. Just to make sure.
I'd risk it just being a fan of Steph Curry. Also to add some spice and excitement while watching the game. Over 218.5

Memphis Grizzlies or San Antonio Spurs? Spurs as underdogs.

[OgNasty]

Bets locked already.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors
Warriors +3.5. Just to make sure.
I'd risk it just being a fan of Steph Curry. Also to add some spice and excitement while watching the game. Over 218.5

Memphis Grizzlies or San Antonio Spurs? Spurs as underdogs.

Seems pretty risky betting against LeBron with Steph down so much of his backup. I like your over pick, but I think the Lakers are gonna bring this one home.

The real question is who does Charles Barkley think will win? Betting against his picks has been a sure thing the last few years.

[Fredomago]

The real question is who does Charles Barkley think will win? Betting against his picks has been a sure thing the last few years.

Very interesting  after that forecast with the Hornets it's best to wait for him to speak out loud again and bet against him. 

Kidding aside, I also think that Hornets will manage to win it against the Pacers but the home court advantage really brings the best out of them, looking with their stats everyone really played their roles and win with convincing  27 points deficit.

[Maslate]

The real question is who does Charles Barkley think will win? Betting against his picks has been a sure thing the last few years.

Very interesting  after that forecast with the Hornets it's best to wait for him to speak out loud again and bet against him. 

Kidding aside, I also think that Hornets will manage to win it against the Pacers but the home court advantage really brings the best out of them, looking with their stats everyone really played their roles and win with convincing  27 points deficit.

Don't confuse yourselves guys, just don't mind Charles Barkley's call, just follow yours. I'm excited about the lakers vs Warriors game, and I think this is a very defensive game as the lakers would want to impose their will against the Warriors, so I will bet on the under and put some special bet as well using the points range, I guess I can take 171-180 for a higher odds.

[morvillz7z]

I was really fortunate to hit both of my player prop tickets yesterday, though the Hornets were such a huge disappointment...

Looking at the first game between Grizzlies and Spurs today, i have a heavy lean towards the under and Memphis to advance, just to throw a few stat out there, Spurs are second to last in defensive efficiency (last 3), last in 3pts % (last 3) and are near the bottom in points allowed per game (again last 3). Grizzlies also showed a lot of character against GSW coming back from 17 points deficit at the end of the third quarter to take the lead mid-fourth. I know they lost that game, but they fought back, and if it wasn't for Curry's heroics, they might've won.

Grizzlies +4.5; Morant 15+ pts; Valanciunas 1+ assist @1.60 won

Ja Morant didn't have his best game the other day, but i expect him to step up big time today. Worth noting is that Ja scored a season-high 44 pts against them (Spurs) at the start of the season. Valanciunas isn't known for his passing abilities, but he's currently on a 10-game streak of at least one assist.

U61.5 total pts 1Q; K. Anderson 3+ rebounds; Morant 7+ assists @1.60 lost

As mentioned above, i'm leaning towards the under in this game, so hoping for a slow start.
K. Anderson has had three or more rebounds in 13 of their last 14 games, and Morant has four consecutive games with 7+ assists, he has also covered the line the three times these two teams have met this season.

[Harkorede]

The real question is who does Charles Barkley think will win? Betting against his picks has been a sure thing the last few years.

Very interesting  after that forecast with the Hornets it's best to wait for him to speak out loud again and bet against him. 

Kidding aside, I also think that Hornets will manage to win it against the Pacers but the home court advantage really brings the best out of them, looking with their stats everyone really played their roles and win with convincing  27 points deficit.

Don't confuse yourselves guys, just don't mind Charles Barkley's call, just follow yours. I'm excited about the lakers vs Warriors game, and I think this is a very defensive game as the lakers would want to impose their will against the Warriors, so I will bet on the under and put some special bet as well using the points range, I guess I can take 171-180 for a higher odds.

I will be going with Warriors here tonight, the line is currently is +5.5 @ 1.96

This might be a low scoring one, but I don't like taking any Under bet that is less than 230...

Good luck to everyone.

[ralle14]

I will be going with Warriors here tonight, the line is currently is +5.5 @ 1.96

This might be a low scoring one, but I don't like taking any Under bet that is less than 230...

Good luck to everyone.

Earlier I was also tempted to take the Warriors +5.5 but I have to back the Lakers spread here even if both of their best players aren't at their very best they'll probably still win by at least a couple of possessions.  

Head to head favors Lakers winning 2/3 times but I doubt it matters all too much since anything is possible at the playoffs.

Edit : It's only 2nd quarter and the Lakers looks horrendous AD and Lebron combining for 2/16.