An action-packed day in the NBA awaits basketball fans as 13 of the current top 16 teams in the league are set to play this Tuesday.
It will surely be another live betting spectacle to remember, especially with online gambling darlings Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers continuing their chase for the top spot as they remain second in their respective conferences.
Orlando Magic @ Charlotte Hornets (December 5, 08:00 GMT+8)
The Hornets will be happy playing at home where they are currently 7-3. Orlando did win against Oklahoma last week, but it’s doubtful they can display the same hot shooting from three in this game. Not to mention that they are coming off a hard-fought match against the Knicks. If you’re punting, the Hornets -7.50 @ 1.88 should be a good bet.
New York Knicks @ Indiana Pacers (December 5, 08:00 GMT+8)
Indiana lost two straight already and will be facing a New York team that defeated them earlier last month. If there’s any good news for them though, it’s the fact that the Knickerbockers are an awful team on the road.
Phoenix Suns @ Philadelphia 76ers (December 5, 08:00 GMT+8)
After beating the Pistons for the second time this season, the Sixers will undoubtedly enter this match with great confidence. The Suns, with Devin Booker, should pose some challenge, but the Sixers should have enough firepower as their young core continues to impress. Choose Philadelphia -10.00 @ 1.88.
Brooklyn Nets @ Atlanta Hawks (December 5, 08:30 GMT+8)
In a rematch of their Sunday game, Brooklyn will hope to get their revenge on Atlanta. The key for the Nets in this game, however, is limiting Dennis Schroder just like how they did it in their first meeting last October. I think this will be close, though I like the chances of the Hawks on -2.50 @ 2.00 considering the Nets’ struggles on getting stops.
Milwaukee Bucks @ Boston Celtics (December 5, 08:30 GMT+8)
While the Celtics’ offence leaves much to be desired, their defence remains as solid as it has ever been all season long. Of course, Milwaukee and Giannis Antetokounmpo will put them to a test, but the East-leaders still have the edge given the Bucks’ inconsistencies on both ends of the floor. Go for Boston -6.00 @ 2.00.
Cleveland Cavaliers @ Chicago Bulls (December 5, 09:00 GMT+8)
LeBron James continues to carry Cleveland as they rise in the East, and he should be able to do so again when they visit the NBA-worst Chicago. Although the Cavs frequently struggle against the Bulls, it should no longer be the case with Fred Hoiberg lacking a legitimate scoring option in his team. Pick Cleveland -9.00 @ 1.95.
Minnesota Timberwolves @ Memphis Grizzlies (December 5, 09:00 GMT+8)
Losing 11 consecutive games now, the Grizzlies’ slump aren’t expected to end anytime soon. It shouldn’t help that they are up against the Karl-Anthony Towns-led Timberwolves who hold an 11-4 record against Western Conference teams. With the way Memphis are playing, betting on Minnesota -2.50 @ 1.94 is a no-brainer.
Golden State Warriors @ New Orleans Pelicans (December 5, 09:00 GMT+8)
Golden State took down New Orleans last week by way of a 15-point victory, and the odds point that their third meeting will be no different. After all, the Pelicans’ All-Star big Anthony Davis was ruled out of this match due to a pelvis injury.
Denver Nuggets @ Dallas Mavericks (December 5, 09:30 GMT+8)
Despite the absence of Nikola Jokic and Paul Millsap, the Nuggets are finding ways to win. And if they can maintain the form they showed in their last two matches and continue to distribute the scoring load, it’s likely they’ll be able to handle the Mavs whose performance remains a feast-or-famine situation. Go for Denver +2.50 @ 2.01.
Detroit Pistons @ San Antonio Spurs (December 5, 09:30 GMT+8)
It doesn’t look good for the Pistons as they visit the Spurs after losing back-to-back games. San Antonio are always difficult to beat on their turf and to make matters worse, Gregg Popovich’s men have four wins in their last five with LaMarcus Aldridge averaging 28 points during that stretch before sitting out their loss to the Thunder. Place your punts on the Spurs -3.50 @ 1.97.
Washington Wizards @ Utah Jazz (December 5, 10:00 GMT+8)
Winners of five straight, Utah are adjusting well to life without their defensive anchor Rudy Gobert. The Wizards will be a threat to their streak, but with John Wall out, the Jazz have a legitimate shot at dominating at home especially with Donovan Mitchell still fresh from exploding for 41 points.
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