Category: NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves (-139) will be taking on the Los Angeles Clippers (+117) at 10:30 ET in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves come into this game with a record of 10-10 and are currently 11th in the Western Conference. On the other side, the Clippers are 14-9 and are 5th in the West.

Minnesota is currently on a two-game win streak and is favored by 2.5 points. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 210. This game will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood and can be seen on NBA TV.

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -2.5

This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-96 in favor of the Timberwolves.
• Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.
• From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 16 threes.

Will the Minnesota Defense Show Up on the Road?

The Timberwolves evened their record at 10-10 after a dominant 109-80 win over the Lakers on Monday. Minnesota, playing at home, was favored by 7.5 points and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 189 fell well short of the 219.5 over/under line.

After a close 1st quarter, the Timberwolves pulled away by outscoring the Lakers 34-24 in the 2nd. They put the game out of reach with a 10-0 run in the 4th, extending the score from 81-66 to 91-66, and finished the quarter strong, holding the Lakers to just 16 points while scoring 30 of their own.

The Timberwolves shot 50.6% from the field and knocked down 15 threes at a 42.9% clip in their win over the Lakers. Julius Randle led the way with 18 points, while Rudy Gobert added 17, shooting 87.5% from the floor.

Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker each contributed 15 points, with Reid scoring 8 in the 2nd quarter and 5 more in the 4th. Randle also had a strong 3rd quarter, scoring 8 points in the period.

The Timberwolves put on a defensive clinic against the Lakers, allowing just 80 points in their win. They gave up 20 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, and only 16 in the 4th.

Minnesota held the Lakers to 19% shooting from beyond the arc, with just 6 made threes. They also sent the Lakers to the line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Timberwolves finished with 11 steals and 2 blocks.

Are the Clippers Ready for a Home Win?

With a 127-105 win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday, the Clippers improved to 14-9 this season. Playing at home, Los Angeles covered the -8.5 point spread, and the total score of 232 points went over the 220.5-point line.

After an 11-0 run pushed the Clippers’ lead from 75-70 to 86-70, they held Portland to 20 points in the 3rd quarter. In the 4th, they outscored the Blazers 36-27 to seal the win.

The Clippers shot 55.3% from the field and hit 19 threes at a 51.4% rate in their win over the Trail Blazers. Norman Powell led the way with 30 points, knocking down 5 threes at 71.4% shooting from deep.

Amir Coffey also hit 5 threes at 71.4%, finishing with 19 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter. James Harden added 23 points, scoring 12 in the 3rd quarter.

Despite giving up 31 points in the 1st quarter, the Clippers tightened up defensively, allowing just 20 points in the 3rd, to hold the Trail Blazers to 105 points. They gave up 27 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters.

Even with the Trail Blazers shooting 51% from the field, the Clippers limited them to 10 made threes on 34% shooting. The Clippers also sent Portland to the line 16 times, where they made 13 free throws. Defensively, the Clippers recorded 8 steals and 8 blocks.

The Milwaukee Bucks (-186) are favored by 4.5 points over the Atlanta Hawks (+156) in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams. The game will be played at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee and tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 ET.

Both teams are playing well right now, as the Hawks have won four straight games and the Bucks have won seven in a row. Atlanta is 6th in the Eastern Conference with an 11-11 record, while Milwaukee is 5th at 11-9.

ATLANTA HAWKS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +4.5

This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-124 in favor of the Hawks.
• Our projections have Trae Young finishing with 21 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.
• From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 16 threes.

Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?

With a 124-112 win over the Pelicans on Monday, the Hawks improved to 11-11 for the season. Atlanta, playing at home, covered the -9.5 point spread, and the game’s total of 236 points went over the 231.5-point line.

A 10-0 run early in the game helped the Hawks take control, and they maintained their lead by outscoring New Orleans in each of the last three quarters, including a 32-27 edge in the 4th.

De’Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 22 points and 4 made threes at 57.1% in their win over the Pelicans, despite the team shooting just 26.3% from deep. Hunter’s overall field goal percentage was 57.1%, contributing to Atlanta’s 51% shooting from the field.

Jalen Johnson and Dyson Daniels each added 19 points, with Johnson scoring 10 in the 4th quarter. Hunter also had 9 points in the final period, while Daniels added 4 in the 4th.

The Hawks gave up 112 points to the Pelicans on Monday but still came away with the win. They allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 26 points. In the 4th, they held New Orleans to 27 points.

Atlanta held the Pelicans to 44% shooting from the field and 31% from beyond the arc, where New Orleans hit 13 threes. The Pelicans also went 11/17 from the free-throw line. The Hawks grabbed 40 defensive rebounds but allowed 15 offensive boards. They also recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks.

Can the Bucks Grab a Win at Home?

The Bucks improved to 11-9 on the season with a 128-107 road win over the Pistons on Tuesday. Milwaukee, favored by 3 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total score of 235 points exceeded the over/under line of 221.5 by 13.5 points.

A key moment in the game was a 14-0 run by the Bucks, turning a 64-55 deficit into a 69-64 lead. Milwaukee then took control, outscoring Detroit 42-28 in the 2nd quarter and 32-29 in the 3rd, entering the 4th quarter with a 110-88 lead.

The Bucks shot 56.2% from the field and knocked down 23 threes at a 56.1% clip in their win over the Pistons. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 28 points, 17 of which came in the 3rd quarter. Damian Lillard added 27 points, hitting 5 threes.

Gary Trent Jr. contributed 16 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter. Bobby Portis and Taurean Prince each scored 14, with Prince adding 8 points in the 2nd. AJ Green chipped in 11 points off the bench.

Even with a slow start, the Bucks’ defense tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing just 19 points to help secure a 128-107 win over the Pistons. Milwaukee gave up 31 points in the 1st quarter but held Detroit to 29 points or less in the remaining quarters, including a 28-point 2nd quarter.

The Bucks limited the Pistons to 11 made threes on 33% shooting from deep. Detroit also went to the line 22 times, making 16 free throws. Milwaukee finished with 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and added 10 steals and 6 blocks.

At 7:30 ET, the 76ers (5-14) will host the Magic (15-8) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Magic are favored by 3 points and have a moneyline of -156.

Orlando is currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference, while Philadelphia is 14th. The 76ers have won two straight games and will look to pull off the upset at home.

ORLANDO MAGIC VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +3

This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-94 in favor of the 76ers.
• Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with 25 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists.
• From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 43.9% and knocking down 15 threes.

Can Orlando Pull Off a Road Win?

The Magic dropped to 15-8 on the season after a 121-106 road loss to the Knicks on Tuesday. Orlando entered the game as +5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 227 points exceeded the pre-game line of 215.

New York went on an 11-0 run early, turning a 14-8 deficit into a 19-14 lead. The Knicks dominated the 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring Orlando 35-24 in each. The Magic finished strong, winning the 4th quarter 31-15, but it was too late to mount a comeback.

In their 121-106 loss to the Knicks, the Magic shot just 43.7% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Franz Wagner led the way with 30 points and 6 assists, shooting 45.5% from the floor.

Moritz Wagner contributed 20 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 10 points in the 4th quarter. Jalen Suggs added 14 points, with 6 coming in the 3rd quarter.

The Magic’s defense struggled through the first three quarters, giving up 36 points in the 1st and 35 in both the 2nd and 3rd, before tightening up in the 4th, where they allowed just 15 points. Overall, they gave up 121 points on 50% shooting from the field.

Orlando had a tough time defending the three, as the Knicks hit 15 threes at a 42% clip. New York also went 20/20 from the free-throw line. The Magic allowed 5 offensive rebounds while recording 9 steals and 4 blocks.

Can the Philadelphia Offense Score Enough at Home?

The 76ers improved to 5-14 on the season with a 110-104 win over the Hornets on Tuesday. Philadelphia, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread with the six-point victory. The game’s total points of 214.5 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 210.5.

Philadelphia jumped out to a 32-20 lead after the 1st quarter. Though the Hornets outscored them 24-23 in the 2nd and the teams tied at 25 in the 3rd, the 76ers entered the 4th with an 80-69 lead. Charlotte made a push in the final quarter, outscoring Philadelphia 35-30, but the 76ers held on for the win.

Paul George knocked down 6 threes at a 66.7% clip, finishing with 29 points and 8 assists in the 76ers’ win over the Hornets. He was especially effective in the 2nd and 4th quarters, scoring 11 and 10 points, respectively. Tyrese Maxey added 21 points, 13 of which came in the final period.

Jared McCain contributed 17 points, hitting 3 threes at 75% efficiency. The 76ers made 16 threes as a team, shooting 40% from beyond the arc and 46.3% overall. Kelly Oubre chipped in 9 of his 14 points in the opening quarter.

The 76ers put together a strong defensive effort through the first three quarters, allowing just 69 points before giving up 35 in the 4th. Still, they held the Hornets to 104 points on 44% shooting.

Philadelphia struggled to defend the three, with Charlotte hitting 13 threes at a 38% clip. The 76ers also sent the Hornets to the line 28 times, where they made 23 free throws. Defensively, the 76ers recorded 9 steals and 3 blocks.

The Miami Heat (-128) are favored by 2 points over the Los Angeles Lakers (+108) in this non-conference matchup. Miami is 7th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Southeast Division, while Los Angeles is 9th in the Western Conference and 4th in the Pacific Division. The over/under line is 217.5 points and tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET.

The Heat have lost two straight games and will look to get back on track at home. The Lakers are 12-9 on the season and have won three of their last four games.

LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK

The Pick: Miami Heat -2

This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-122 in favor of the Heat.
• Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.
• From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 16 threes.

Can Los Angeles Stun the Crowd at Kaseya Center?

The Lakers fell to 12-9 on the season after a 109-80 road loss to the Timberwolves on Monday. Los Angeles entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 29 points. The combined score of 189 points was well below the O/U line of 219.5.

After a close 1st quarter, the Timberwolves outscored the Lakers 34-24 in the 2nd quarter. A 10-0 run by Minnesota in the 4th quarter put the game out of reach, as the Lakers were held to just 16 points in the final period.

The Lakers’ offense struggled in their 109-80 loss to the Timberwolves, shooting just 40.5% from the field and hitting only 6 threes at a 19.4% clip. D’Angelo Russell led the way with 20 points, connecting on 4 threes at 80% efficiency.

Anthony Davis added 12 points and 11 rebounds, but shot just 28.6% from the floor. Rui Hachimura contributed 10 points, hitting 80% of his shots.

Defensively, the Lakers had strong 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing 22 and 23 points, respectively, but struggled in the 2nd and 4th, giving up 34 and 30 points. Overall, they allowed the Timberwolves to shoot 50% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Lakers gave up 15 three-pointers on 42% shooting. They sent the Timberwolves to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. The Lakers recorded 8 steals and 2 blocks in the game.

Do the Heat Have a Shot at a Home Win?

Miami’s season record dropped to 9-10 after a 108-89 loss to the Celtics on Monday. The Heat were +9.5 point underdogs on the road but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 197, falling short of the 220.5 O/U line.

Boston took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Miami 32-20. The Heat entered the 4th quarter down 85-63 and won the final period 26-23, but it was too late to mount a comeback.

In Monday’s 108-89 loss to the Celtics, the Heat struggled offensively, shooting just 35.6% from the field and hitting only 8 threes at a 22.9% clip. Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Tyler Herro each scored 19 points, with Herro adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists, despite shooting 31.6% and making just 2 of his 10 three-point attempts.

Jaquez also grabbed 10 rebounds and shot 35.7% from the floor. Bam Adebayo contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 33.3%. Herro scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, while Jaquez added 11 in the 2nd, and Adebayo put up 11 in the 4th.

Defensively, the Heat gave up 108 points to the Celtics, who shot 43% from the field. Miami allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd but tightened up in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 25 and 23 points, respectively.

From beyond the arc, Boston hit 19 threes at a 34% clip. The Celtics also went 11/13 from the free-throw line. Miami grabbed 33 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards, while also recording 6 steals and 1 block.

At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (9-13) will host the Indiana Pacers (9-13) at the Barclays Center in a matchup of two teams currently on three-game losing streaks. Indiana is favored by 2 points and -133 on the moneyline, while the over/under is set at 227.5.

This Eastern Conference matchup can be seen on YES.

INDIANA PACERS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Indiana Pacers -2

This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-85 in favor of the Pacers.
• Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.
• From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 11 threes.

Can the Pacers Pull Off a Win at Brooklyn?

The Pacers fell to 9-13 on the season after a 122-111 loss to the Raptors on Tuesday. Indiana, who entered the game as -2.5 point favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 233, just under the O/U line of 236.5.

A 12-0 run by the Raptors early in the game put the Pacers in a tough spot, as Toronto stretched their lead from 31-23 to 43-23. Indiana fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Raptors 36-28, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as Toronto edged them 29-27 in the final quarter.

Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 30 points and 6 assists in their loss to the Raptors, shooting 62.5% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 44.4%. Myles Turner also connected on 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep and finishing with 16 points.

As a team, the Pacers shot 45.2% from the field and made 12 threes at a 40% clip. T.J. McConnell scored 12 of his 14 points in the 4th quarter, while Haliburton added 12 points in the 3rd.

The Pacers struggled defensively, giving up 122 points to the Raptors, including 31 in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 2nd. Indiana allowed Toronto to shoot 54% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 13 threes at a 39% clip. The Pacers sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 21 free throws. Indiana finished with 25 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 6 blocks.

Can the Nets Lock in a Home Win?

The Nets fell to 9-13 this season after a 128-102 road loss to the Bulls on Monday. Brooklyn, who were +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 230, just under the O/U line of 231.5.

After a 29-29 first quarter, the Bulls went on a 13-0 run, extending the score from 42-39 to 52-42. Brooklyn struggled to recover, being outscored 27-21 in the 2nd quarter and 36-22 in the 3rd. The Nets entered the 4th quarter down 92-72 and were unable to mount a comeback, as the Bulls outscored them 36-30 in the final period.

In their 128-102 loss to the Bulls, the Nets shot just 40% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, hitting 14 threes. Dariq Whitehead led the way with 18 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 60% clip.

Dennis Schröder added 16 points and 10 assists, while Tyrese Martin chipped in 15 points, including 7 in the 4th quarter. Whitehead also scored 9 in the final period.

The Nets struggled defensively against the Bulls, giving up 128 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 36 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Brooklyn did manage to limit Chicago’s three-point shooting, holding them to 34% from beyond the arc with 16 made threes.

Brooklyn sent the Bulls to the line 19 times, where they hit 16 free throws. The Nets grabbed 31 defensive rebounds but gave up 11 offensive boards. They also recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks in the game.

At 7:30 ET, the 9-14 Pistons will take on the 17-4 Celtics at TD Garden in Boston. The Celtics are currently favored by 13.5 points and have a moneyline of -1092.

This Eastern Conference matchup can be seen on NBCS.

DETROIT PISTONS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Detroit Pistons +13.5

This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 143-130 in favor of the Celtics.
• Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists.
• From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 20 threes.

Will the Pistons Defense Show Up on the Road?

The Pistons fell to 9-14 on the season after a 128-107 home loss to the Bucks on Tuesday. Detroit entered the game as +3 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 21 points. The combined score of 235 points exceeded the O/U line of 221.5 by 13.5 points.

A 14-0 run by the Bucks turned the game, as they went from trailing 64-55 to leading 69-64. Milwaukee then pulled away, outscoring Detroit 42-28 in the 2nd quarter and 32-29 in the 3rd. The Pistons held the Bucks to 18 points in the 4th, but only managed 19 points themselves.

Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 23 points and 6 assists in their 128-107 loss to the Bucks, shooting 56.2% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% rate. Tobias Harris added 16 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Tim Hardaway Jr. contributed 15 points, scoring 7 in the 3rd.

Jalen Duren had a strong start, putting up 9 of his 11 points in the 1st quarter. The Pistons shot 46% from the field and made 11 threes at 33.3% efficiency.

The Pistons struggled defensively against the Bucks, giving up 128 points while allowing Milwaukee to shoot 56% from the field. Detroit’s defense was at its worst in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 42 points, but they managed to tighten things up in the 4th, giving up just 18 points.

From beyond the arc, the Pistons allowed the Bucks to hit 23 threes at a 56% clip. Detroit sent Milwaukee to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Pistons finished with 28 defensive rebounds, gave up 4 offensive boards, and recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks.

Will the Celtics Make it Happen at Home?

On Monday, December 2nd, the Celtics improved to 17-4 with a 108-89 win over the Heat at home. Boston, favored by 9.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 197 fell well short of the 220.5-point line.

Boston took control by outscoring Miami 32-20 in the 2nd quarter and 25-18 in the 3rd, leading 85-63 going into the 4th. The Heat won the final quarter 26-23, but the Celtics’ strong defense and balanced scoring secured the win.

Jaylen Brown led the Celtics to a win over the Heat, scoring 29 points despite shooting 38.1% from the field. Payton Pritchard added 25 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7%, and Derrick White also connected on 5 threes, finishing with 19 points and 8 assists.

Boston made 19 threes as a team, shooting 34.5% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Brown scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, while White added 8 in the 4th to help secure the victory.

The Celtics’ defense was on point against the Heat, giving up just 89 points in their win. They held Miami to 25 points in the 1st quarter, 20 in the 2nd, and just 18 in the 3rd, before allowing 26 in the 4th.

Boston’s defense limited the Heat to 35% shooting, including just 8 made threes on 22% shooting. The Celtics also recorded 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and added 9 blocks.

At 10:30 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (8-13) will travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (13-9) in a Western Conference matchup. The Clippers are favored by 8.5 points and the over/under line is set at 218.

This game will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. KATU will have the TV coverage for this contest.

PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +8.5

This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.

WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 152-96 in favor of the Trail Blazers.
• Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.
• From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.1% and knocking down 16 threes.

Do the Trail Blazers Stand a Chance on the Road?

Portland dropped to 8-13 on the season after a 137-131 loss to the Mavericks on Sunday. The Blazers came into the game as +5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by six points at home. The total points for the game were set at 225, but the teams combined for 268, going over the line by 43 points.

Portland started strong, leading 29-25 after the 1st quarter, but Dallas took control in the 2nd, outscoring the Blazers 36-29. Portland went on an 11-0 run to take the lead, but Dallas regained control and led 100-97 going into the 4th. The Blazers couldn’t close the gap, as Dallas outscored them 37-34 in the final quarter.

The Trail Blazers shot 58.3% from the field and connected on 18 threes at a 58.1% clip in their 137-131 loss to the Mavericks. Anfernee Simons led the way with 27 points, hitting 6 threes at 75% efficiency.

Simons exploded for 24 points in the 3rd quarter, while Deni Avdija added 14 of his 21 points in the 4th. Shaedon Sharpe contributed 8 of his 22 points in the final period.

The Trail Blazers started strong defensively in the 1st quarter, holding the Mavericks to 25 points, but they struggled the rest of the way, giving up 36 points in the 2nd, 39 in the 3rd, and 37 in the 4th, leading to a 137-131 loss. Portland allowed Dallas to shoot 55% from the field.

Portland also had trouble defending the three, as the Mavericks hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. The Trail Blazers sent Dallas to the line 29 times, where they made 23 free throws. Portland finished with 29 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals but had no blocks.

Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?

The Clippers improved to 13-9 this season with a 126-122 win over the Nuggets on Sunday. Playing at home, LA not only picked up the win but also covered the spread as +3 point underdogs. The game’s total of 248 points went well over the pre-game line of 226.

After an 11-0 run by the Nuggets put them up 54-37, the Clippers fought back. They trimmed the lead to 92-90 by the end of the 3rd quarter and outscored Denver 34-32 in the 4th to seal the win.

James Harden’s 39 points, 11 assists, and 9 rebounds lifted the Clippers to a win over the Nuggets, despite shooting just 38.5% from the field. He hit 6 threes at 40%, while Norman Powell added 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 28 points.

The Clippers connected on 18 threes, shooting 46.2% from beyond the arc and 47.8% overall. Terance Mann was perfect from three, hitting both attempts and scoring 8 of his 15 points in the 4th quarter. Harden had 14 points in the 3rd, and 9 more in the final period.

Despite giving up 122 points, the Clippers managed to secure a win against the Nuggets. Their best defensive effort came in the 1st quarter, where they allowed 23 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 36. Denver scored 31 in the 3rd and 32 in the 4th, as the Clippers allowed the Nuggets to shoot 58% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Clippers limited the Nuggets to 10 made threes on 41% shooting. They also sent Denver to the line 19 times, where the Nuggets converted 10 free throws. The Clippers gave up 8 offensive rebounds while recording 8 steals and 4 blocks.

At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (9-12) will host the Houston Rockets (15-6) at the Golden 1 Center. The Rockets are favored by 2.5 and have won three straight games. The Kings have lost two in a row and are 12th in the Western Conference.

This Western Conference matchup can be seen on NBCS.

HOUSTON ROCKETS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Houston Rockets -2.5

This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.

WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-132 in favor of the Rockets.
• Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.
• From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.

Will the Rockets Find a Way to Win in Sacramento?

The Rockets improved to 15-6 this season with a 119-116 win over the Thunder on Sunday. Houston, who were +1.5 point underdogs at home, not only got the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 235 went over the pre-game line of 219 by 16 points.

Houston started strong, leading 33-28 after the 1st quarter, but the Thunder took control in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring the Rockets 68-58. However, Houston’s defense stepped up in the 4th quarter, holding the Thunder to just 20 points while scoring 28 to complete the comeback.

Fred VanVleet’s 38-point performance, including 12 in the 4th quarter, led the Rockets to a 119-116 win over the Thunder. He hit 5 threes at a 55.6% rate, finishing with a 52.6% overall shooting percentage.

Houston shot 41.3% from the field, with a 35.1% mark from beyond the arc, making 13 threes. Alperen Şengün added 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 points in the final period.

Defensively, the Rockets gave up 116 points to the Thunder but tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 44% from the field.

Houston limited the Thunder’s three-point shooting, giving up 13 threes on 33% shooting. They sent Oklahoma City to the free-throw line 25 times, where the Thunder made 19. The Rockets finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and recorded 6 blocks.

Can the Sacramento Offense Score Enough at Home?

The Kings fell to 9-12 on the season after a 127-125 home loss to the Spurs on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 6.5 points, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 252 exceeded the O/U line of 227 by 25 points.

After a strong start, leading 42-28 after the 1st quarter, the Kings were outscored in each of the final three quarters. They entered the 4th quarter with a 97-92 lead but were outscored 35-28 in the final period.

DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 28 points and 8 assists in their 127-125 loss to the Spurs, shooting 50% from the field. Domantas Sabonis also hit 50%, adding 25 points, 13 rebounds, and 2 threes, while De’Aaron Fox contributed 23 points and 9 assists, making 3 threes at 37.5%.

The Kings connected on 12 threes, shooting 37.5% from deep and 46.5% overall. DeRozan scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 more in the 4th, while Malik Monk chipped in 8 of his 19 points in the 3rd.

The Kings struggled defensively against the Spurs, giving up 127 points in the loss. Sacramento allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 2nd, but things got worse in the 2nd half, with the Spurs scoring 34 in the 3rd and 35 in the 4th.

Overall, the Spurs shot 51% from the field, including 50% from three-point range, where they hit 23 threes. The Kings also sent the Spurs to the line 24 times, where they made 20 free throws. Sacramento finished with 30 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks.

At 10:00 ET, the Denver Nuggets (-196) will host the Golden State Warriors (+164) in a Western Conference matchup. The Nuggets are favored by 5 points and the over/under line is set at 239.5.

Golden State is currently on a 4-game losing streak and is 12-7 overall. They are 4th in the Western Conference and 1st in the Pacific Division. Denver is 10-8 and 9th in the West. This game can be seen on TNT.

GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Golden State Warriors +5

This game will be played at Ball Arena at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.

WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-118 in favor of the Nuggets.
• Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 27 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.
• From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.9% and knocking down 11 threes.

Do the Warriors Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?

The Warriors fell to 12-7 on the season after a 113-105 road loss to the Suns on Saturday. Golden State entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 218 points was well below the O/U line of 234.5.

Golden State struggled early, getting outscored 66-49 in the first half. They made a push in the 3rd quarter, holding the Suns to 19 points, but a 10-0 run by Phoenix in the 4th quarter put the game out of reach.

In Saturday’s loss to the Suns, the Warriors shot just 41.3% from the field, with a 35% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes. Stephen Curry led the way with 23 points, though he connected on only 38.1% of his shots and went 3-for-10 from deep.

Curry scored 15 of his 23 points in the 3rd quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 18 points, hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% rate. Draymond Green contributed 13 points, shooting 62.5% from the field, and Jonathan Kuminga and Brandin Podziemski each chipped in 12 points, with Kuminga scoring 8 in the 4th quarter.

The Warriors struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 35 and 31 points, respectively, but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 19 points. However, they couldn’t hold off the Suns in the 4th, where they gave up 28 points, leading to a 113-105 loss.

Golden State allowed Phoenix to shoot 48% from the field, including 51% from three, where the Suns hit 18 threes. The Suns also went 19/22 from the free-throw line. The Warriors finished with 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and added 8 steals and 5 blocks.

Will the Nuggets Find a Way to Win at Home?

Denver fell to 10-8 on the season after a 126-122 road loss to the Clippers on Sunday. The Nuggets were favored by three points but failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 248 points exceeded the O/U line of 226.

Denver went on an 11-0 run to take a 54-37 lead, but the Clippers closed the gap. After a 36-27 2nd quarter, the Nuggets were outscored 33-31 in the 3rd and 34-32 in the 4th.

The Nuggets shot 58% from the field in their loss to the Clippers, with Nikola Jokic leading the way, scoring 28 points, 15 of which came in the first quarter. He also added 11 assists and 14 rebounds. Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray each contributed 18 points, with Porter shooting 72.7% from the field.

Denver made 10 three-pointers, shooting 41.7% from beyond the arc. Julian Strawther added 15 points, scoring 7 in the 2nd quarter and 8 in the 4th, while Peyton Watson chipped in 13 points, 7 of which came in the 3rd quarter.

The Nuggets gave up 126 points to the Clippers, allowing at least 32 points in three of the four quarters. Denver’s best defensive effort came in the 2nd quarter, where they gave up 27 points.

Denver struggled to defend the three-point line, allowing the Clippers to hit 18 threes at a 46% clip. The Nuggets also sent the Clippers to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 attempts. Denver finished with 7 steals and 3 blocks.

At 9:00 ET, the 11-8 Suns (-277) will host the 11-9 Spurs (+225) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 229.

Phoenix is a 6.5-point favorite and owns the 7th seed in the West. San Antonio is 10th in the conference and 4th in the Southwest Division.

SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK

The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +6.5

This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.

WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 145-131 in favor of the Spurs.
• Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.
• From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 17 threes.

Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog San Antonio?

The Spurs improved to 11-9 on the season with a 127-125 win over the Kings on Sunday. San Antonio, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 252, surpassing the pre-game line of 227 by 25 points.

After falling behind 42-28 in the 1st quarter, the Spurs turned things around by outscoring the Kings 30-23 in the 2nd quarter and 34-32 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th quarter trailing 97-92, San Antonio closed out the game strong, outscoring Sacramento 35-28 in the final period.

Victor Wembanyama’s 34-point, 14-rebound performance, including 13 points in the 4th quarter, led the Spurs to a 127-125 win over the Kings. Wembanyama hit 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from deep and 64.7% overall. Devin Vassell also made 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from beyond the arc and finishing with 21 points.

The Spurs connected on 23 threes, shooting 50% from long range and 51.2% overall. Julian Champagnie added 19 points, with 8 coming in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, while Keldon Johnson scored 7 of his 17 points in the final period.

The Spurs gave up 42 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up defensively in the 2nd, allowing just 23 points. They allowed 32 points in the 3rd and 28 in the 4th but still managed to secure the win.

San Antonio held the Kings to 12 made threes on 37% shooting. Sacramento went 19/24 from the free-throw line. The Spurs finished with 6 steals and 9 blocks.

Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Phoenix?

The Suns improved to 11-8 with a 113-105 win over the Warriors on Saturday. Playing at home, Phoenix entered the game as -1.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The combined score of 218 points fell short of the 234.5 O/U line.

Phoenix took control early, leading 66-49 at halftime after a strong 2nd quarter. The Warriors fought back in the 3rd, outscoring the Suns 29-19, but Phoenix responded with a 10-0 run in the 4th to extend their lead from 94-86 to 104-86, sealing the win.

Devin Booker led the Suns to a win over the Warriors, scoring 27 points and dishing out 9 assists, despite shooting just 40% from the field. Kevin Durant also struggled from the floor, shooting 35% but adding 21 points and 10 rebounds. Tyus Jones contributed 19 points, hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip.

The Suns connected on 18 threes, shooting 51.4% from beyond the arc and 48.1% overall. Booker scored 10 points in the 1st quarter, while Durant added 10 in the 4th. Grayson Allen had a big 2nd quarter, scoring 13 of his 17 points.

The Suns held the Warriors to 105 points on Saturday, allowing 29 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, but tightening up in the 2nd with just 20 points allowed. They also gave up 27 points in the 4th.

Defensively, the Suns limited the Warriors to 41% shooting overall and 35% from three, where Golden State hit 14 threes. The Warriors also went 15/18 from the free-throw line. The Suns grabbed 39 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and added 9 blocks.