NBA Picks
Mavericks vs Kings Prediction: Dallas Lays Road Number Without Key Pieces
Dallas lays 3 on the road in Sacramento, but the Mavericks are just 3-10 away from home and potentially without Anthony Davis. The Kings have enough firepower with DeRozan and Sabonis to keep this close at Golden 1 Center.
Suns vs Pelicans Prediction: Phoenix Catches New Orleans in Quick Turnaround Spot
The Suns are laying 5.5 on the road in New Orleans after winning by seven two nights ago. But with Grayson Allen out and the Pelicans staying competitive for 43 minutes Friday, this line feels stretched. Bryan Bash breaks down why the quick turnaround favors New Orleans and why the points are the play.
Bucks vs Bulls Prediction: Chicago Lays Five Without Giannis
The Bulls are laying 5 points at home against a Giannis-less Bucks team, and while Chicago should win, Milwaukee’s guard play with Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins keeps this game closer than the spread suggests. Bash breaks down why the Bucks cover at the United Center.
Knicks vs Hawks Prediction: Why New York’s Road Struggles Make This Line Dangerous
The Knicks are laying 6.5 at State Farm Arena, but their 5-7 road record and Josh Hart’s absence make this spread dangerous. Atlanta’s 10-7 road mark and offensive firepower suggest this game stays closer than the market expects.
Cavaliers vs Rockets Prediction: Houston’s Home Edge Meets Cleveland’s Road Struggles
Bryan Bash breaks down Cavaliers vs Rockets, explaining why Cleveland’s offensive firepower and Houston’s Sengun uncertainty make the 3.5-point spread look inflated. Mitchell’s 30.7 PPG and Mobley’s two-way dominance keep this closer than the market expects.
Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic Prediction: Why This Line Doesn’t Account for Rotation Depth
The Nuggets are laying 5 points on the road in Orlando, but once you dig into rotation depth, rest advantages, and Orlando’s 10-5 home record, this line feels stretched. Bash breaks down why the Magic have the edge to cover at the Kia Center.
Hornets vs Magic Prediction: Orlando’s Home Edge Meets Charlotte’s Road Reality
The Magic are laying 6 points at home against the Hornets, and the home/road split tells the story. Orlando’s 10-4 at the Kia Center, Charlotte’s 3-12 on the road, and the Hornets are missing multiple frontcourt pieces. Bryan Bash breaks down why this line exists and where the value sits.
Raptors vs Wizards Prediction: Toronto’s Efficiency Edge Should Cover in Washington
The Raptors are laying 8 points on the road against a 5-23 Wizards team that’s 2-10 at home. Even without Barrett and Poeltl, Toronto’s efficiency edge and road discipline should be enough to cover at Capital One Arena.
