NBA Picks
Suns vs Cavaliers Prediction: Cleveland’s Efficiency Edge Meets Phoenix’s Depth Questions
Cleveland lays 5.5 at home against Phoenix on New Year’s Eve, and the Cavaliers’ offensive balance and depth advantage should be enough to cover. With Grayson Allen doubtful for the Suns, Phoenix’s rotation gets compromised while Cleveland’s top-end talent led by Donovan Mitchell’s 29.5 PPG creates the efficiency gap needed to win by more than a bucket.
Knicks vs Spurs Prediction: Two 23-9 Teams, But Only One Has the Edge in This Matchup
The Knicks and Spurs both sit at 23-9, but New York’s offensive versatility and San Antonio’s injury concerns make this +1.5 line too generous for the road dog. Bryan Bash breaks down why the Knicks have the edge in this New Year’s Eve matchup.
Kings vs Clippers Prediction: Why Sacramento’s Pace Advantage Won’t Be Enough at Intuit Dome
The Kings’ transition game meets the Clippers’ halfcourt discipline at Intuit Dome. Bryan Bash breaks down why Sacramento’s pace advantage won’t be enough when LA controls tempo and forces them into halfcourt execution for 48 minutes.
Celtics vs Jazz Prediction: Why Boston’s Road Spot Makes This Line Tighter Than It Looks
Boston is laying 7.5 points on the road at Utah, but the Celtics’ 9-7 road record and recent loss in Portland make this spread feel stretched. With Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George coming off a statement win against San Antonio, the Jazz have enough firepower to keep this game competitive at the Delta Center.
76ers vs Grizzlies Prediction: Philly’s Depth Problem Gets Exposed in Memphis
The 76ers are laying 1.0 point on the road in Memphis, but with Embiid questionable and Oubre out, Philadelphia’s depth issues get exposed against a Grizzlies team that has home court and better rotation health. Bash breaks down why Memphis +1.0 is the play.
Pistons vs Lakers Prediction: Detroit’s Elite Road Form Meets LA’s Rotation Crisis
The Pistons are laying 3 points on the road at Crypto.com Arena against a Lakers team missing Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, and Gabe Vincent. Detroit’s balanced attack and rotation depth should overwhelm LA’s star-dependent offense. Bash breaks down why the Pistons cover the short road spread.
Suns vs Wizards Prediction: Phoenix Lays Double Digits in a Matchup That Favors Depth
The Suns lay 10.5 on the road against Washington, and the number makes sense once you factor in depth and injuries. Phoenix has seven players in double figures, while the Wizards are missing key rotation pieces. Bash breaks down why the efficiency gap tilts this matchup in Phoenix’s favor.
Pacers vs Rockets Prediction: Houston’s Depth Should Control This Double-Digit Spread
The Rockets are laying 15 points at home against a Pacers team that’s 1-14 on the road. Bryan Bash breaks down why Houston’s defensive versatility and rotation depth should control this matchup and cover the double-digit spread at Toyota Center.
