NBA Basketball Picks

Bryan Bash breaks down Lakers vs Jazz with the Lakers favored by 9.5 on the road. With Luka and Reaves facing off against Markkanen’s 29.9 PPG at the Delta Center, Bash sees value on the home underdog in what should be a high-scoring affair.

Bryan Bash breaks down Clippers vs Cavaliers as LA rolls into Rocket Arena after Harden’s 55-point explosion. But is the market overreacting to one historic night? Bash explains why Cleveland’s backcourt with Garland’s return creates the perfect fade spot.

The 243.5 Total is the highest-value pick of the night; the Wizards’ 30th-ranked defense (129.7 PPG allowed) and both teams’ high Over rate (66.7%) guarantee a pace-driven, high-scoring affair.

The Denver -11.5 spread is vulnerable due to the Aaron Gordon injury, making the Over 236.5 Total the highest-value pick; the Kings’ 28th-ranked defense will be shredded by Jokic and Murray at altitude.

Bryan Bash breaks down Clippers vs Hornets as LA limps into Charlotte after getting destroyed by Orlando. The market’s disrespecting the home team in a classic trap spot for the road favorite.

The Pistons’ -8.5 spread is undervalued given their 11-game winning streak and the Bucks’ catastrophic injuries (Giannis, Prince, Porter Jr. OUT); Detroit is the definitive sharp play to cover the number.

Bryan Bash breaks down Knicks vs Magic with the Knicks as 1.5-point road favorites despite their 1-4 road record. Orlando’s 6-3 at home without Banchero, and Bash sees major value on the Magic getting points at the Kia Center.

Bryan Bash breaks down Wizards vs Raptors with Toronto laying 13.5 points against the NBA’s worst team. Is this spread a trap, or should you fade Washington? Bash identifies the smart play in this Eastern Conference mismatch.

The Celtics are laying 15 points against a 2-12 Nets squad they just beat by 14. Bryan Bash breaks down why this massive spread is too much to lay in a November matchup, even against Brooklyn’s struggling road warriors.

Bryan Bash breaks down Pacers vs Cavaliers with the Cavs laying 14 points at home. Is this a trap line on a desperate Indiana team with serious scoring punch, or is Cleveland’s 10-6 record worth two touchdowns? Bash gives his best bet.