The NBA is quickly approaching the tail-end of the season. From this point on, every game matters as teams competing for playoff spots try to secure a better place for themselves.
Expect live betting to get livelier as players make a more concentrated effort to grab more wins.
New York Knicks @ Orlando Magic (March 7, 08:00 GMT+8)
While both of these teams are far from competing for the last playoff spots, New York’s sheer star power can make the uninterested punter bet online. Carmelo Anthony and Kristaps Porzingis can easily overpower a weak Orlando squad and take home a W.
Milwaukee Bucks @ Philadelphia 76ers (March 7, 08:00 GMT+8)
The Sixers season is officially over, so many will likely punt on Milwaukee with a -3.50 handicap for 2.00. This is a great chance for the Bucks to edge closer to the tail end of the playoff spots. However, the Bucks are susceptible to defeat every time they play outside the Bradley Center.
Miami Heat @ Cleveland Cavaliers (March 7, 08:00 GMT+8)
Miami are faring well recently, causing frustration among Heat fans who want their team to tank and invest in a player in the deep 2017 draft. They now have a shot to be closer to these picks when Hassan Whiteside and co visit LeBron James—former champion of the Heat—in his hometown of Cleveland. It should be an easy rout for the Cavs, -8.50 for 1.95 isn’t a bad deal.
Golden State Warriors @ Atlanta Hawks (March 7, 08:30 GMT+8)
The Kevin Durant-less Warriors are obviously struggling without their star man, only managing to stop a two-game slide thanks to an away win against the beatable Knicks. Thankfully, they have the Splash Brothers to shoulder Durant’s scoring load. The question now lies on whether they can stop the Hawks from scoring without #35’s important defensive contributions.
Chicago Bulls @ Detroit Pistons (March 7, 08:30 GMT+8)
After an elating win against the Warriors, the Chicago Bulls were quickly shot down by the LA Clippers. Winning against the Detroit Pistons will put some distance between themselves and the four-team battle for the #8 spot. If they play smartly, Jimmy Butler and the Bulls can walk away with the W.
Brooklyn Nets @ Memphis Grizzlies (March 7, 09:00 GMT+8)
The only thing the Brooklyn Nets can do at this point of their botched season is making the Memphis Grizzlies sweat for their first win in three games. I honestly don’t see Brook Lopez and Jeremy Lin winning on their own against Marc Gasol and Mike Conley. The -12.50 handicap bookies slapped on Memphis is not enough in my opinion; you can win by 2.02 if you take the risk.
Portland Trail Blazers @ Minnesota Timberwolves (March 7, 09:00 GMT+8)
Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers are hungry for more playoff action, so expect them to attack from everywhere when tip-off begins. Ricky Rubio is enjoying a renaissance in form after the All-Star break and will be threading impossible passes to Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins.
This game will be close, but I’m betting on Lillard’s clutch plays to help the Blazers win the day. Portland +4.00 @ 1.94 is not a bad bet to make.
Indiana Pacers @ Charlotte Hornets (March 7, 09:00 GMT+8)
The Indiana Pacers aren’t having the grandest of road trips right now, as their latest travels have them only winning every other game. Should they keep this trend, they are expected to lose at Spectrum Center when they face the Charlotte Hornets. However, I don’t think Paul George will allow that to happen.
Charlotte are a tough team to beat at home, so a -4.00 handicap rewards 1.99 upon risky Hornets fans.
Houston Rockets @ San Antonio Spurs (March 7, 09:30 GMT+8)
The San Antonio Spurs currently lead their season series against neighbours Houston Rockets 2-1. They have a chance to end this Texas derby on a high by beating Houston thrice in a row. All of their games have been close, so we can expect another classic game on our hands. Watch out for the duel between Kawhi Leonard and James Harden.
This game will likely end in a one-possession game, so my advice for interested punters is to play it safe: pick Houston +4.00 @ 1.98.
New Orleans Pelicans @ Utah Jazz (March 7, 10:00 GMT+8)
When these two teams met last month, the Utah Jazz beat the New Orleans Pelicans black and blue. This time will be different: the Pels now have DeMarcus Cousins looming under the ring alongside Anthony Davis. While Gordon Hayward has more than enough scorers to help him keep up with the Pelicans’ towers, I don’t think Rudy Gobert can handle these two on his own.
Sacramento Kings @ Denver Nuggets (March 7, 10:00 GMT+8)
Once competitors for the bottom playoff spots, the Sacramento Kings have made an 180 and are fading into the sunset faster than you could say “Boogie”. They even lost to Brooklyn Nets, a team that’s been nursing a long and terrible losing streak.
Their win against the Denver Nuggets will be listed off as a one-off victory if they fail to get their act together.
Boston Celtics @ Los Angeles Clippers (March 7, 11:30 GMT+8)
The Celtics suffered a major heartbreak when a careless pass resulted in a Tyler Ulis buzzer-beater that cost them the game in Phoenix. However, they have to move on and focus: the Clippers are fighting for home-court advantage come playoff time and will be throwing lobs all over the place. Isaiah Thomas and co better be ready once the ball is up in the air.
For the latest sports update, promotions and betting picks with SBOBET get social with our official Twitter, Google+, YouTube and Facebook accounts. Visit SBOBET and join us now. Start placing your bets today!
Click for more basketball betting options.
Disclaimer: Odds are correct at time of publish.
