NBA Picks

The Thunder are laying 14.5 at home against a Pelicans squad that’s 5-17 on the road. Oklahoma City’s depth and efficiency should create enough separation to cover this number comfortably against a New Orleans team that can’t sustain defensive intensity for four quarters.

Sacramento’s defense has cratered, allowing 139 points in their last outing. We break down the matchup between Jalen Brunson and a depleted Kings backcourt to find the best bet for this cross-conference clash.

The 76ers are laying 10.5 points at home against a reeling Bucks squad, but everything hinges on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s calf injury. If he sits and Embiid returns, this spread has value. If both stars play, this number moves fast.

Detroit enters Ball Arena on a tear, winning five of their last six. We analyze how the Pistons’ efficiency metrics, led by Cunningham’s 9.7 assists per game, match up against a Denver team missing over 45 points of its nightly scoring production. This is our definitive ATS pick.

Bryan Bash breaks down Hawks -5 over the Pacers in a Monday matinee, examining why Atlanta’s pace advantage and Indiana’s 3-19 road record make this spread playable despite the Hawks’ inconsistent home performance.

The Lakers are laying a point on the road in Chicago, but Austin Reaves’ absence shifts the efficiency math. Bryan Bash breaks down why the Bulls’ 15-9 home record and four-game winning streak make them the play at the United Center.

Houston’s laying 10.5 at home against Memphis, but this spread assumes the Rockets can pull away late in what projects as a faster-paced game. Bash breaks down why the Grizzlies have the tempo and playmaking to stay within the number.

The 76ers are without Embiid and George on the front end of a back-to-back, and the Hornets have the offensive firepower to exploit that gap. Bash breaks down why Charlotte -3.5 is the play in a situational mismatch at the Spectrum Center.