NBA 2024-2025 betting

[wheelz1200]

Early games in our timezone again mate. But if Joel is not going to play against the Pistons, Detroit might steal this one, they are the underdog obviously at ML, or 4.5 to 5.5 for them is not that bad.

Oh yes, just finished checking the games for tomorrow.
One at 4 AM and another at 4:30 AM. I am not even awake at this time. No choice but to put our early picks. 

Will try my luck with 76ers Embiid-less. Let's see if Harden could at least carry the team while their big man is resting from his foot injury.
Detroit Pistons - Philadelphia 76ers - 76ers -5.5

I don't know why Portland Trail Blazers are an underdog against the Toronto Raptors. I am guessing the combined homecourt and hunger of the Raptors to win because they are now on three losing streak.
Will take the favorite Raptors -3.5.

James Harden is literally carrying the 76ers by himself tonight, he's doing it all, Philadelphia 76ers are leading by 15 points 90-75, and James Harden with triple double already is the joint most-point, joint-most rebound, while also having the most assists in the game so far.

The Raptors is also up by 5 points at halftime, but the game very far from over as the Blazers aren't just going to go away that easily in the second 45 minutes.

I'm going with the Brooklyn Nets -2.5 vs Miami Heat for tonight, the Dallas Mavericks -4.5 points is also something I was willing to give a go on, but definitely not with Luka Doncic out.

Yeah Luka out in any game and Dallas is bound to lose, they aren't a very good team without Luka starting and actually Dallas is +4 not -4.  Either way I was looking at okc -4 at home , Dallas is going to lose a game during this streak why not this one.

[Vaculin]

I’m showing a -9.5 point spread for the Lakers tonight at the moment. I agree that is too large of a spread, especially the way LeBron has been playing. I think the Kings will probably win, but I don’t have faith they’ll cover the spread, so I think I’d take the Lakers on that one (with the spread). Might as well toss the Warriors beating the Magic and the Celtics beating the Spurs in there with a parlay.

Lakers vs Kings, it was an interesting game and oddly enough, balanced. The Lakers surprised me again, as I was convinced the Kings were going to win the game, but that didn't happen.

By the way, whoever bet on the Lakers was lucky lol

In this round of the NBA we had another unforeseen event, Magic beat the Warriors, and GSW was the favorite to win the game.
Unfortunately (or fortunately) I'm glad I didn't bet as I would have lost some money on my bets lol

Sacramento Kings defended their homecourt well, Fox, Sabonis and the rest of the Kings roster gave their all but the Lakers was just too good last night, giving three points with high percentage. Quite surprised that 4 of their roster got 20+ points, of course was leaded by Lebron James himself and Thomas Bryant is getting more and more impressive each night. Not as good as AD though but he's quite more healthy and more consistent.

Same here, hard to guess between the Magic and Warriors. It's so likely that the bettors preferred Warriors in that game knowing that they are still dominant even without Curry in the line-up but it seems that it wasn't the case last night.

[danherbias07]

No televised games for me today but there's still a couple I wouldn't mind tossing a bet on.  I do wish I could watch the Nets vs Heat game, but what can you do...

I am just using the streaming service of Stake.com whenever there's no free coverage. Sadly, it's just a small screen and cannot be enlarged further but it will suffice, I still have good eyes. 

2 early wins. Nice.

The Raptors survived, 76ers dominated.
I am going to join you guys on that bet for the Brooklyn Nets -2.5 (caught in 1st quarter) and I think it will be over 222.5, so I will add that to my bet.
Rooting for Cleveland Cavaliers -5.5 on the road against the Phoenix Suns.

I'm going with the Brooklyn Nets -2.5 vs Miami Heat for tonight, the Dallas Mavericks -4.5 points is also something I was willing to give a go on, but definitely not with Luka Doncic out.

Thinking about taking it too but this is OKC Thunder which sometimes could be scary as they are one of the offensive teams in the league while the Mavs are not that defensive at all, imo.
Maybe I will just let it slide and instead take the Over 224.5.
Good luck.

[jakelyson]

Houston Rockets vs Minnesota Timberwolves @1.61

The Houston Rockets (10-29) will defend their home against the Minnesota Timberwolves (19-21) tonight at Toyota Center.

Phoenix Suns vs Cleveland Cavaliers @ 1.43

The Cleveland Cavaliers (25-15) will face the Phoenix Suns (20-20) tonight at Footprint Center. The Cavaliers beat the Suns 90-88 last Wednesday.
Cavaliers key injuries: Darius Garland (thumb) questionable, Ricky Rubio (knee) out, Dean Wade (shoulder) out, Dylan Windler (ankle) out
Suns key injuries: Devin Booker (groin) out, Jae Crowder (not with the team) out, Cameron Johnson (knee) out, Chris Paul (hip) questionable, Cameron Payne (foot) out

Los Angeles Clippers @ 1.61 vs Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks (18-21) and Los Angeles Clippers (21-20) will clash tonight at Crypto.com Arena. The Hawks lost to Los Angeles Lakers Friday, 130-114. The Clippers lost to Minnesota Timberwolves 128-115 last Friday.
Hawks key injuries: Clint Capela (calf) out
Clippers key injuries: Nicolas Batum (ankle) questionable, Paul George (hamstring) questionable, Luke Kennard (calf) questionable

[gagux123]

Sacramento Kings defended their homecourt well, Fox, Sabonis and the rest of the Kings roster gave their all but the Lakers was just too good last night, giving three points with high percentage. Quite surprised that 4 of their roster got 20+ points, of course was leaded by Lebron James himself and Thomas Bryant is getting more and more impressive each night. Not as good as AD though but he's quite more healthy and more consistent.

Same here, hard to guess between the Magic and Warriors. It's so likely that the bettors preferred Warriors in that game knowing that they are still dominant even without Curry in the line-up but it seems that it wasn't the case last night.

Even though the Kings lost the game against the Lakers, I can admit that Sacramento played so good, and many people were convinced that the Kings were going to beat the Lakers, but did not happen.

One point I would like to share is about Sabonis, I followed several games when he played for OKC, and today, playing for the Kings, I realized that he had an extremely high evolution, thus making him an important player for his team.

If Sacramento maintains this rhythm, they can go to the playoffs, I even dare to say, they can advance in the playoffs, but for that to happen they need to evolve a lot.

With all these events, I even share that betting on the Kings currently is not a bad choice.

[YuginKadoya]

After not betting on yesterday's game and now betting on today's game here are the results it was a 4 out of 4 again,

Detroit Pistons VS Philadelphia 76ers SCORE 111 - 123 - WIN

From start to finish of the game it was the Philadelphia 76ers in the lead for this game, even though Joel Embiid didn't play James Harden has proven that he can lead, Montrezl Harrell got 20 points Tyrese Maxey have 23, and James Harden got a triple-double for this game of 11 rebounds 11 assists and 20 points, winning the game,

Indiana Pacers VS Charlotte Hornets SCORE 116 - 111 - WIN

The Charlotte Hornets made a great start until the Pacers have overtaken them at the end of the 1st half, Tyrese Haliburton got a double-double of 13 Assists and 16 points, Andrew Nembhard has 19 points, Buddy Hield got 21 points and Myles Turner has 29 points, winning the game,


Miami Heat VS Brooklyn Nets SCORE 101 - 102 - WIN

This was a close game and but the Brooklyn Nets surely has the upper hand in the 1st half, by gaining 66 points on a 64 points Heat, Nic Claxton got a double-double of 11 rebounds and 13 points, Seth Curry got 14 points, Kevin Durant has 17 points and Kyrie Irving made 29 points,


Houston Rockets VS Minnesota Timberwolves SCORE 96 - 104 - WIN

I thought that the Rockets can claim the victory base on their starting performance, but the Timberwolves have flipped the table and turned the situation around, Rudy Gobert got a double-double of 11 rebounds and 18 points, and Anthony Edwards has 21 points and D'Angelo Russell has made 22 points winning the game,

[Botnake]

That was so impressive @YuginKadoya, you got 4 out of 4.. you must be lucky last night.

About my pick, I wasn't so lucky because I choose to bet on the Jazz and 76ers ML, although it's a 1-1 record I still lose some money due to the odds of the 76ers which was the favorite in their game.

[Kelvinid]

I'm thinking of betting on the Denver Nuggets tomorrow with a spread of -9. What do you think? is it a good idea betting against a streaking LA Lakers. On paper, you can tell that Nuggets are very good at home and no one can stop Jokic, but can they cover that spread?

[danherbias07]

I am going to join you guys on that bet for the Brooklyn Nets -2.5 (caught in 1st quarter) and I think it will be over 222.5, so I will add that to my bet.
Rooting for Cleveland Cavaliers -5.5 on the road against the Phoenix Suns.

Mavs are not that defensive at all, imo.
Maybe I will just let it slide and instead take the Over 224.5.
Good luck.

2/4 at my live bets. Darn, if only KD was not injured it could have been a festival of shooting in the 4th quarter and the Over 222.5 covered with the spreads of -2.5 too. Sorry guys, it's a 1 point game and was even a lucky win for the Nets when the ball, fortunately, dropped on Royce O'Neale's hand at the last second of the game. Kyrie's hail mary shot was not wise for me, again trying to be a hero. I know he can make it but there's a lot of time to spare for a deuce.

@YuginKadoya congrats bro.

I'm thinking of betting on the Denver Nuggets tomorrow with a spread of -9. What do you think? is it a good idea betting against a streaking LA Lakers. On paper, you can tell that Nuggets are very good at home and no one can stop Jokic, but can they cover that spread?

Not a bad idea as the Nuggets are 8-2 on their last 10. They are also the strongest team with high offensive power this season, so the spread might be reached.

[Kasabus]

I'm thinking of betting on the Denver Nuggets tomorrow with a spread of -9. What do you think? is it a good idea betting against a streaking LA Lakers. On paper, you can tell that Nuggets are very good at home and no one can stop Jokic, but can they cover that spread?

I somehow think that the Denver Nuggets will be fine tomorrow against the Lakers, the injured players are not that important in their roster unlike the Lakers where Reaves, Walker IV and AD is out while LeBron and WB is probable. As a matter of fact, I already placed a bet in favor of the Nuggets -9 for the game tomorrow. I'm quite confident enough because they will be hosting the game as well. Good luck mate!

[Baofeng]

Early games in our timezone again mate. But if Joel is not going to play against the Pistons, Detroit might steal this one, they are the underdog obviously at ML, or 4.5 to 5.5 for them is not that bad.

Oh yes, just finished checking the games for tomorrow.
One at 4 AM and another at 4:30 AM. I am not even awake at this time. No choice but to put our early picks. 

Will try my luck with 76ers Embiid-less. Let's see if Harden could at least carry the team while their big man is resting from his foot injury.
Detroit Pistons - Philadelphia 76ers - 76ers -5.5

I don't know why Portland Trail Blazers are an underdog against the Toronto Raptors. I am guessing the combined homecourt and hunger of the Raptors to win because they are now on three losing streak.
Will take the favorite Raptors -3.5.

Lost my underdog bets hehehe, so I created a two game parlay Memphis @1.44 and Nets to win@1.75 ML = 2.52, very close game specially Nets over Miami.

Good call on the 76ers, even with Joel on the line up, Trez was able to cover it, with a huge 20 points to help Harden and Maxey.

Perhaps the odd is correct as well for the Raptors vs Portland game, cover the handicap with a lot to spar at -3.5.

[Vaculin]

Sacramento Kings defended their homecourt well, Fox, Sabonis and the rest of the Kings roster gave their all but the Lakers was just too good last night, giving three points with high percentage. Quite surprised that 4 of their roster got 20+ points, of course was leaded by Lebron James himself and Thomas Bryant is getting more and more impressive each night. Not as good as AD though but he's quite more healthy and more consistent.

Same here, hard to guess between the Magic and Warriors. It's so likely that the bettors preferred Warriors in that game knowing that they are still dominant even without Curry in the line-up but it seems that it wasn't the case last night.

Even though the Kings lost the game against the Lakers, I can admit that Sacramento played so good, and many people were convinced that the Kings were going to beat the Lakers, but did not happen.

One point I would like to share is about Sabonis, I followed several games when he played for OKC, and today, playing for the Kings, I realized that he had an extremely high evolution, thus making him an important player for his team.

If Sacramento maintains this rhythm, they can go to the playoffs, I even dare to say, they can advance in the playoffs, but for that to happen they need to evolve a lot.

With all these events, I even share that betting on the Kings currently is not a bad choice.

They still have a lot of room to improve in this season for the evolution that you're saying, they should stick with their current roster though so that they can develop more depth in their roster that can help the team just like what happened with the Celtics. It will take some time of course but that really depends on the players and looking at the Kings now, I can agree that maybe they will reach and play in the playoffs.

[Distinctin]

I'm thinking of betting on the Denver Nuggets tomorrow with a spread of -9. What do you think? is it a good idea betting against a streaking LA Lakers. On paper, you can tell that Nuggets are very good at home and no one can stop Jokic, but can they cover that spread?

Not a bad idea as the Nuggets are 8-2 on their last 10. They are also the strongest team with high offensive power this season, so the spread might be reached.

Lebron can still produce 30 points or more as I don't see someone who can stop Lebron, but other defenders can stop Lebron's teammates, so I think the Nuggets has the advantage here. What I don't like about the Nuggets is that they are inconsistent, sometimes they give up their big lead, so that would be risky because Lakers might be able to cover the spread.

This is a gamble actually, IMO, we can find another match-up that is easier to cap.

For example, like the Bucks on the road, I think they can beat the home team as Knicks is not a great team.

[YuginKadoya]

That was so impressive @YuginKadoya, you got 4 out of 4.. you must be lucky last night.

About my pick, I wasn't so lucky because I choose to bet on the Jazz and 76ers ML, although it's a 1-1 record I still lose some money due to the odds of the 76ers which was the favorite in their game.

Thank You it was just a lucky pick and last day I also got 4 out of 4 on my pick and in today's game I also got 4 out of 4 it was just a lucky feel on things that are happening in the NBA,

And speaking of  Utah Jazz I like the team but I am not trusting them right now they are always 1 point away from victory to other teams and it was surely a close game but at the last seconds of the game they always end up losing so I now always scrap my bets on them, but still I like the team, despite's Jordan Clarkson's anger management issue he should really control that in the crucial game moments,

I'm thinking of betting on the Denver Nuggets tomorrow with a spread of -9. What do you think? is it a good idea betting against a streaking LA Lakers. On paper, you can tell that Nuggets are very good at home and no one can stop Jokic, but can they cover that spread?

Right now the injuries on the Denver Nuggets are not in their main team, despite Jeff Green being a 2nd unit for the team, while the Lakers have Lonnie Walker IV, Austin Reaves, and Anthony Davis can not play for the team, and right now LeBron James, Russell Westbrick, Troy Brown Jr. is questionable if they can play, for the team, so for me, it is a good bet for the Denver Nuggets,

@YuginKadoya congrats bro.

Thanks, Bro, congrats to you aswell and I have seen you got your two bets really great, good luck in your next bet,

[Japinat]

I'm thinking of betting on the Denver Nuggets tomorrow with a spread of -9. What do you think? is it a good idea betting against a streaking LA Lakers. On paper, you can tell that Nuggets are very good at home and no one can stop Jokic, but can they cover that spread?

Not a bad idea as the Nuggets are 8-2 on their last 10. They are also the strongest team with high offensive power this season, so the spread might be reached.

Lebron can still produce 30 points or more as I don't see someone who can stop Lebron, but other defenders can stop Lebron's teammates, so I think the Nuggets has the advantage here. What I don't like about the Nuggets is that they are inconsistent, sometimes they give up their big lead, so that would be risky because Lakers might be able to cover the spread.

This is a gamble actually, IMO, we can find another match-up that is easier to cap.

For example, like the Bucks on the road, I think they can beat the home team as Knicks is not a great team.

The Nuggets inconsistency makes them more unpredictable because a serious Jokic and Gordon will definitely dominate the team they are up against, while the Lakers are questionable as well if they can defeat the Nuggets even without AD on board except for LeBron because the man has been consistent since his rookie year. But I guess there will be no struggles in that part because Thomas Bryant is stepping up his game.

As for the Bucks vs Knicks match-up, the latter's chance to win is not that good as Barrett will not be playing in the said game. But we'll see, the league has been quite unpredictable since the season commenced.

[danherbias07]

Lebron can still produce 30 points or more as I don't see someone who can stop Lebron, but other defenders can stop Lebron's teammates, so I think the Nuggets has the advantage here. What I don't like about the Nuggets is that they are inconsistent, sometimes they give up their big lead, so that would be risky because Lakers might be able to cover the spread.
This is a gamble actually, IMO, we can find another match-up that is easier to cap.

That's true, Lebron is still strong as a horse but his teammates are also inconsistent.
Jokic has Gordon helping out as a consistent man in the paint. All they need is to find better shots for their outside shooters like KCP, MPJ, and Murray.
I think what made the spread go as far as -9.5 is the offensive options the Nuggets have and the 3 point shooters. I'll take it, -9.5 for the Nuggets at their home.

For example, like the Bucks on the road, I think they can beat the home team as Knicks is not a great team.

Bucks were not doing pretty well, with 4 wins in their last 10 games while the Knicks are doing well at 4 wins in a row. This is a good match and the odds are close, I think I will pass and try for a window of opportunity at live betting.

Memphis Grizzlies - San Antonio Spurs - Grizzlies -10.5. I hope this time Ja Morant will play, the status of him and Adams are in game-time decision but with that spread, a high chance he will be present.
Sacramento Kings - Orlando Magic - Kings -6.5. They are hungry after that close game loss against Hawks and Lakers.

[Natalim]

Bucks were not doing pretty well, with 4 wins in their last 10 games while the Knicks are doing well at 4 wins in a row. This is a good match and the odds are close, I think I will pass and try for a window of opportunity at live betting.

Memphis Grizzlies - San Antonio Spurs - Grizzlies -10.5. I hope this time Ja Morant will play, the status of him and Adams are in game-time decision but with that spread, a high chance he will be present.
Sacramento Kings - Orlando Magic - Kings -6.5. They are hungry after that close game loss against Hawks and Lakers.

I agree, Bucks were not that good recently but considering the data, they are playing impressively in their road games and this time, they might have a good night against the Knicks as they will play it in Madison Square and they needed a good bounce back from getting defeated by the Charlotte Hornets.

I'll tail you with the Kings bet, I think they can manage enough and cover the spread against the Orlando Magic as Bol Bol won't be around. Lately, I've been watching more from the Kings game because I find them interesting and the Pacers as well.

[wheelz1200]

Couple games live got to my picks a little late.  Today it's a mixed bag of home and away games.:

Home:
Pacers -5 against Charlotte, Pacers are playing real solid right now they should take this game
Memphis -8, this should be a blowout

Away:
Nets -3.5, they are rolling why not keep riding them
And minn -2 at Houston.  Wolves need to win these games if they want to sneak back in to the playoff hunt.  They win this one easily.

Good luck everyone.

2-2 last night not good not bad I guess.

As far as tonight I like 3 teams (and possibly a 4th)

Gimme Memphis-10.5 tonight gotta ride them
I like Sacramento at home -6.5
And last I like Nuggets-9.5 at home against the Lakers.  I mean who is going to control jokic lol.

And last my knicks were favored by 2.5 and now all the way down to 1 vs the Bucks.  We all know Bucks are good with giannis but that's a big swing against any home team.  Knicks are rolling...I'm going against the bettors and laying on the KNICKS TONIGHT!!

good luck everyone.

[YuginKadoya]

Right now here are my picks for today's game,

Washington Wizards VS New Orleans Pelicans

The stake odds for this game are 1.85 for the Wizards and 2.00 for the Pelicans, right now Bradley Beal and Johnny Davis can not play for the Wizards, while E.J. Liddell, Brandon Ingram, and Zion Williamson can not play for the Pelicans, and Larry Nance Jr. is questionable if he can play For this For me because Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson can not play I will go with the Washington Wizards,

New York Knicks VS Milwaukee Bucks

The stake odds for this game are 1.96 for the Knicks and 1.89 for the Bucks, right now R.J. Barrett is questionable if he can play for the Knicks, while Khris Middleton, and Serge Ibaka can not play for the Bucks but tomorrow they can because they expect to return on Jan. 11, because of this I am still be going with the Milwaukee Bucks I think even without Ibaka and Middleton they can overpower with Giannis Antetokounmpo,

Boston Celtics VS Chicago Bulls

The stake odds for this game are 1.28 for the Celtics and 3.85 for the Bulls, right now Danilo Gallinari, and Marcus Smart can not play for the Celtics while Lonzo Ball and Tony Bradley can not play for the Bulls and Alex Caruso, Javonte Green, is questionable if they can play for the Bulls, for this match I will go with the team near the top and that is non-other than the Boston Celtics,

Sacramento Kings VS Orlando Magic

The stake odds for this game are 1.43 for the Kings and 2.95 for the Magic, right now Sacramento Kings is fully healthy while Chuma Okeke and Jonathan Isaac both are injured and can not play for the Magic and Bol Bol is positive for Covid-19 and can not play aswell, because of the players that can not play for the Magic, I seen this as an slight advantage over the Magic so I will go with he Sacramento Kings,

[dothebeats]

Right now here are my picks for today's game,

Washington Wizards VS New Orleans Pelicans

The stake odds for this game are 1.85 for the Wizards and 2.00 for the Pelicans, right now Bradley Beal and Johnny Davis can not play for the Wizards, while E.J. Liddell, Brandon Ingram, and Zion Williamson can not play for the Pelicans, and Larry Nance Jr. is questionable if he can play For this For me because Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson can not play I will go with the Washington Wizards,

New York Knicks VS Milwaukee Bucks

The stake odds for this game are 1.96 for the Knicks and 1.89 for the Bucks, right now R.J. Barrett is questionable if he can play for the Knicks, while Khris Middleton, and Serge Ibaka can not play for the Bucks but tomorrow they can because they expect to return on Jan. 11, because of this I am still be going with the Milwaukee Bucks I think even without Ibaka and Middleton they can overpower with Giannis Antetokounmpo,

Boston Celtics VS Chicago Bulls

The stake odds for this game are 1.28 for the Celtics and 3.85 for the Bulls, right now Danilo Gallinari, and Marcus Smart can not play for the Celtics while Lonzo Ball and Tony Bradley can not play for the Bulls and Alex Caruso, Javonte Green, is questionable if they can play for the Bulls, for this match I will go with the team near the top and that is non-other than the Boston Celtics,

Sacramento Kings VS Orlando Magic

The stake odds for this game are 1.43 for the Kings and 2.95 for the Magic, right now Sacramento Kings is fully healthy while Chuma Okeke and Jonathan Isaac both are injured and can not play for the Magic and Bol Bol is positive for Covid-19 and can not play aswell, because of the players that can not play for the Magic, I seen this as an slight advantage over the Magic so I will go with he Sacramento Kings,

Out of these 4, I'm liking the Bucks pick the most. There is a lot of juice in this pick and Giannis is on fire lately even if they lost that Hornets game. Middleton has been out for quite some time now and I think it's not really affecting the team that much, although a helping hand in crucial matches would be appreciated but the Bucks' proved that it's not a necessity. On Wizards vs Pelicans, it's best to bet on the Wizards early on before the odds shift later when Nance Jr's status becomes confirmed. Williamson being out is like the Pelicans losing a leg, whereas in Wizards they still have all the key players that can make easy work of the Pelicans' handicapped state.