Andrew Wilsher
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The 2024-25 NBA season rolls on tonight with an 11-game slate to sink our teeth into. In today’s nationally televised matchups we’ve got a rematch of the Eastern Conference Finals as the Celtics take on the Pacers, while Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs take on the Thunder in the late game. Around the league, LeBron James returns to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers while the Knicks look to get their 2nd win of the season on the board against the Heat. With tons of action on the hardwood, I’ve pieced together my best NBA parlay picks, which pays at huge +1550 odds with Bet365. Let’s dive in, while you can also check out our NBA picks on the side and total for tonight’s big games.
Lakers ML (+172)
Raptors ML (+215)
Knicks vs Heat Under 214.5 (-108)
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LA Lakers ML over Cleveland Cavaliers (+172)
LeBron James just had his worst game in years in the Lakers’ loss to the Suns, shooting just 3-of-14 from the field, and I’m expecting the King to come out firing in tonight’s matchup, especially against his former team. But that isn’t the only reason I like the Lakers in this spot. Los Angeles has made a strong start to the season, having beaten the Timberwolves, Suns and Kings on their way to a 3-1 record. Anthony Davis has looked red hot while Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves have provided great support. While the Cavaliers are currently unbeaten, it’s worth bearing in mind that 3 of their victories came against the Raptors, Pistons and Wizards, who are expected to be among the worst in the league. The Lakers look great value to pull the road upset and hand Cleveland its first loss of the season.
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Toronto Raptors ML over Charlotte Hornets (+215)
Both the Raptors and Hornets are expected to have another tough season, but there’s no way I can pass up getting Toronto at these odds. Simply put, I don’t think any team should be this big of an underdog against Charlotte. Despite putting up 120 points in their defeat to the Hawks, scoring continues to be an issue for the Hornets and that could put them in trouble against the Raptors. Toronto conceded a 15-point lead against the Nuggets on Monday night to lose in overtime, but that at least showed signs that they are heading in the right direction. Scottie Barnes is likely to be absent in this one but the likes of RJ Barrett, Jakob Poeltl and Gradey Dick should be able to step up. Toronto had 6 players score in double digits against Denver and had the same when they beat the 76ers. That sort of scoring depth could see them pull the upset against the Hornets tonight.
New York Knicks vs Miami Heat Under 214.5 (-108)
The pressure is already mounting on the Knicks as they look to avoid a 1-3 start, and will attempt to do so in a building where they have lost 5 straight. These teams typically contest low-scoring battles and this one looks set to be no different, having averaged just 199.6 points per game across 3 of their last 4 regular-season games. The Heat rank 29th in the NBA in possessions per game, while the Knicks rank dead last, so we should see this one played at a snail’s pace where fewer possessions result in fewer buckets.
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