NBA Tips, Thursday Dec 5

NBA Tips, Thursday Dec 5

PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS ORLANDO MAGIC
Magic to Cover $1.90

It’s dire straights for the 76ers who are 4-14 on the season, 2nd last in the East and battling a raft of injuries to star players.

They face an Orlando outfit who are 15-7 on the season, 12-1 across the last 13 games and 13-2 against teams with a losing record.

The Magic have already bettered the Sixers this season, running out 12-point victors a couple of weeks back in Orlando.

This is shaping up as a season from hell for Philly and I have them losing convincingly at home here.

MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS ATLANTA HAWKS
Bucks to Cover $1.90

Following a shocking start to thew season, the Bucks have flipped the narrative, winning six straight games to climb into the top five int he East.

The same can be said for the Hawks, who are on a four game winning streak of their own, sitting one spot back from the Bucks in 6th.

This series could play a big part in the configuration of the East Conference playoffs positions come the pointy end of the season.

I’m backing Giannis and Dame to get up for this one and lift the Bucks to a comfortable home victory.

NBA Tips, Wednesday Dec 4

NEW YORK KNICKS VS OLANDO MAGIC
Orlando (+5.5) $1.90

Orlando are out to build on a six game winning streak when they take to the court at MSG.

The Magic have been in superb form across the last month, winning 12 of their last 13 games, including five of their last six road fixtures.

Similarly, the Knicks have enjoyed a purple patch, winning nine of their last 13 games, and four straight at home.

Orlando has won four of the last five games against the Knicks and I am taking them to cover as the underdogs here.

DENVER NUGGETS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
Denver Nuggets (-5) $1.87

The Warriors look to break a concerning run of four straight defeats when they travel to Denver to take on the Nuggs.

Denver’s form hasn’t been too crash hot either, losing five of their last eight games, including a blow-out defeat to the Knicks at home.

The Nuggets have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning their last seven games against the Dubs, while covering the line in six of the pair’s last nine meetings.

I’m backing the Warriors losing streak to continue, with the Nuggets to cover the -5 point line.

NBA Tips, Tuesday Dec 3

ATLANTA HAWKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS
Atlanta Hawks (-6) $1.90

The Hawks look to make it four wins on the trot when they host the flightless Pelicans.

Alternatively, NOLA are desperate to climb out of an eight-game losing streak, a horrid run of results which has left them sitting at the foot of the Western Conference standings.

This is the 2nd and final time these two sides will meet this season, with the Hawks claiming a comfortable 15-point victory over the Pels on the road last time out.

11 of the Pelicans 16 loses this season have been accompanied by a 10+ point margin.

I’m backing the Hawks to cover the very friendly -6 point line.

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS
A. Edwards to Score 25+ Points & 3+ 3PT FGs

The T-Wolves and the Lakers both look to find some form when they meet at the Target Center on Tuesday morning (AEST).

This is the 2nd time this pair have met this season, with the Lakers running out 7-point victors in the first game in LA.

The Lakers away form has been below par this season, going 4-5 outside of Crypto.com Arena.

This is undoubtably a fixture with Anthony Edwards has circled on his calendar, the star guard has made it his business to one up all the superstars in the league.

Ant dropped 27 points the last time this pair met, and I’m backing him to go nuclear here, scoring 25+ points combined with 3+ 3PT FGs.

NBA Tips, Sunday Dec 1

MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS
Milwaukee Bucks to Cover $1.90

The Wizards are looking to complete ‘No Win November’ when they put their 13-game losing streak on the line against the Bucks.

Alternatively, Milwaukee are out to claim their 6th straight win, and their 8th victory in 9 games.

The Bucks have gathered up a huge head of speed and are charging directly towards a Wizard side void of magic and courage.

I’m backing the Bucks to win, and to win big!

PHOENIX SUNS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
KD 25+ Points

The Dubs flew out of the blocks to start the season, going 12-3 across their opening 15 games to lead the West.

Since then, the Warriors have hit a headwind, losing three straight games, and dropping to third in their conference.

Meanwhile, the Suns have suffered heavily in the absence of KD, losing five straight games before the future hall of fame returned to immediate effect, helping his side to a 27-point victory over the Lakers.

There is always a bit of heat in the contest when KD faces the Warriors, and I can’t see either side taking a step backwards in this one.

The result could easily fall either way in this contest, though one thing is for certain, KD will turn up to play.

I’m taking Durant to drop 25+ Points.

NBA Tips, Saturday Nov 30

CHICAGO BULLS VS BOSTON CELTICS
Boston Celtics (-10) $1.85

The Bulls play host to the Celts in a massive East Group C fixture, with the winner likely to progress through to the knock-out phase of the competition.

This is the first of four match-ups this pair will play in the regular season, last year Boston went undefeated against Chicago, winning four straight and covering the line three times.

Just like Thanos, Boston has now assembled all six infinity stones with the return of Porzingis from injury.

A simple snap of Joe Mazzulla’s fingers and this contest will be over before it even starts.

Point differential matters in these Cup fixtures, as such the Celts will be searching for a massive win.

Boston to cover!

LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
Oklahoma City Thunder (+1) $1.88

The Lakers will need to secure a big win against OKC if they harbour any desires to claim back-to-back NBA Cup titles.

They’ll face a Thunder outfit who are looking to secure a fourth straight win, and a third consecutive road victory.

OKC are 6-2 on the road this season and have all the pieces to trouble this misfiring Lakers team.

I think the Thunder will be far too strong for LA here, and I’m happy to take them as +1 point underdogs.

NBA Tips, Thursday Nov 28

UTAH JAZZ VS DENVER NUGGETS
Denver to Cover $1.90

The Nuggets and the Jazz are set to meet for the 2nd time this season, with both sides at polar opposite ends of their squad development stage.

Denver blew Utah out by 26 points at home in the pairs first match-up, with Nikola Jokic doing all with 27-16-9.

The Nuggs have won and covered against the Jazz in three straight games, including two 20+ points victories.

I’m backing Denver to get on top early here and run away with the game.

GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
OKC to Cover $1.90

1st and 2nd seeds in the West face-off as the Dubs play host to the Thunder.

The Warriors have already bettered OKC once this season, claiming a 11-point win earlier in the month, in the game which saw Chet Holmgren break his hip on a heavy fall.

The Thunder have since gone on to steady the ship, wining four of their next six fixtures.

I think OKC will be extra motivated to play hard for Chet in this one, they haven the man power to go basket for basket with the Dubs, and the doggedness to scrap with the like of Draymond in the paint.

I’m taking the road dogs to cover.

NBA Tips, Wednesday Nov 27

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS HOUSTON ROCKETS
Houston Rockets (+3.5) $1.90

The Timberwolves and the Rockets meet for the first time this season, as both sides attempt to navigate their way through an extremely competitive Western Conference.

It’s the young Houston side rather than 2023/24 Conference finalists Minnesota who have started the season on the front foot, the Rockers are 12-6 and sitting 3rd in the West, 8 places above the T-Wolves who are 8-8.

Minnesota are struggling to build team chemistry following their blockbuster trade with the Knicks, which saw KAT leave and Randal and DiVincenzo enter the fold.

I like the Rockets outright here, but I’m more than happy to take the +3.5 point handicap on offer.

PHOENIX Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers (+3) $1.90

After a super promising start to the season, the Suns’ shine is rapidly fading, suffering five straight losses since the injury to KD.

The Lakers have hit a miniature slump themselves, losing back-to-back games following the 6-game winning streak.

The Suns will likely be without KD and Beal again here, leaving Booker to shoulder most of the offensive responsibilities.

The Lakers have already won in Phoenix this season, with AD having it all his way against Nurkic.

I’m expecting a similar result here, taking the Lakers to cover the line as slight underdogs.

NBA Tips, Tuesday Nov 26

GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS BROOKLYN NETS
Brooklyn Nets (+13) $1.92

The Warriors look to bounce back from a surprise defeat to the Spurs when they welcome the Nets to the Chase Centre.

The Dubs are 5-1 at home this season and 4-2 against the line in those fixtures.

Meanwhile, Brooklyn are 3-7 on the road, but have a kick of covering as the underdog, doing so in nine of 13 games.

The Nets have won three of their last five games against the Warriors, with both defeats coming by less than 12 points.

I think there’s value in backing the Nets to cover what looks to be a very generous line here.

NBA Tips, Monday Nov 25

MONDAY NBA MULTI
Boston + Indiana + Cleveland to Win

Boston def Minnesota
The T-Wolves have not won at TD Garden since 2005! The Celts are 17-0 at home since that fixture and should go 18-0 here.

Indiana def Washington
The Wizards might just be the worst team in the NBA, they’ve won twice across their first 13 games, with both victories against the Hawks. Pacers should have no issue taking the W at home.

Cleveland def Toronto
The Cavs are 16-1 on the season and 9-0 at home, boasting the best record in the league. Alternatively, the Raptors have lost all eight of their road fixtures this season and are rocketing towards the lottery.

NBA Tips, Sunday Nov 24

UTAH JAZZ VS NEW YORK KNICKS
Knicks to Cover $1.90

Following a slow start to the season the Knick have finally found their groove, winning their last four games.

They’ll take on a Jazz outfit who are sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference, with just 3 wins to their name.

Utah have won just one of six games at home, more often than not, they are losing in convincing fashion, going 2-4 against the spread.

I’m backing the Knicks to continue to gather momentum, putting the Jazz to the sword in front of their own fans.

SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
Warriors to Cover $1.90

The Dubs head to San Antonio looking to extend their lead atop of the western Conference Standings.

Standing in their way is a Spurs side boasting a handy 7-3 record at home, and looking to collect a third win on the trot.

The Warriors have been consistently beating the bookies this season, covering the line in 10 of their 14 games, while going 6-2 against the spread on the road.

Wemby looks to be out of this contest with a knee injury, all the move reason to take Steph and Co to cover.