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There are 10 games on the NBA slate on Monday night. With the races for playoff positioning heating up in both conferences, especially out west, we should be in for an exciting evening. Just a game separates teams between the 2nd and 5th seeds there, with all of those teams taking to the floor tonight. You can find out our NBA picks on the side and total of the night’s hottest matchups, but for now, let’s get into my NBA best bets for ALL of today’s 10 games.
Heat vs Knicks best bet: Under 210.5 (-110)
The Heat have been awful offensively, managing just 91 points in 2 straight games. Over the last 10 games they are 29th in offensive rating, taking on a side that’s in the top 10 in defensive rating will not make things easier. The Knicks are also 24th in pace during that stretch while the Heat are just 28th. Should lead to a very low scoring game here.
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Pacers vs Timberwolves best bet: Julius Randle over 31.5 points, rebounds & rebounds (-115)
So far this month Julius Randle is averaging 31.2 across these 3 categories. Against a Pacers team missing Pascal Siakam, he should be able to exceed this. In his one game against them last season he managed 28 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and could be equally dominant against a shorthanded frontcourt.
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Pistons vs Pelicans best bet: Jalen Duren over 13.5 points (-115)
Over the last 10 games the Pelicans have not been stopping teams, ranking 29th in the league in defensive rating. During that stretch they are also 26th in opponent second chance points per game. This season Duren is 3rd in the NBA in total offensive rebounds and will be well positioned to take advantage of this and inflate his scoring numbers.
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76ers vs Rockets best bet: Over 222.5 (-110)
Over the last 10 games the Rockets are 23rd in opponent points in the paint while the 76ers are just 27th. If both are able to finish effectively inside the paint, the points should rack up tonight. With the visitors being on the second night of a back-to-back too, look for the hosts to really up the tempo in this one.
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Bulls vs Jazz best bet: Coby White over 3.5 made threes (+125)
So far in March Bulls guard Coby White has averaged 9.3 3-point attempts per game. With the Jazz allowing more 3-point attempts per game than any other team, he could even exceed that average here. With him making 36% of his attempts this season, that would put him in line to hit this over.
Nuggets vs Warriors best bet: Nikola Jokic over 29.5 points (-115)
Nikola Jokic dominated the Warriors earlier this season, dropping 38 points. His recent form suggests a similar result here. He has scored at least 30 points in 4 of his last 6 games, coming a field goal shy in another. The Warriors lack the size inside to cause him issues tonight, so look for him to spearhead the Nuggets scoring here.
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Grizzlies vs Kings best bet: Zach LaVine over 2.5 made threes (-120)
Zach LaVine has started his month off hot, making 51% of his attempts from beyond the arc. The Grizzlies are going to have issues getting him to cool off seeing as they are 24th in opponent 3-point percentage over the last 10 games. LaVine has made 8 3-pointers against them across 2 games this season.
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Raptors vs Suns best bet: Raptors +8.5 (-110)
Over the last 10 games the Raptors have been leading the league in defensive rating which should help ensure they do not get blown out tonight. Immanuel Quickley should be back too after being rested last night. The Raptors have won all 5 games he has been involved in this month. Against this weak Suns defence, he should be able to keep the Raptors competitive.
Wizards vs Trail Blazers best bet: Kyshawn George over 2.5 steals & blocks (+110)
The Trail Blazers are an ideal opponent for George to go up against. They are 21st in opponent blocks per game and just 29th in opponent steals per game over the last 10 outings. George has hit the over on this line in each of his last 5 games, which includes multiple 3-steal performances along with a 5-block game.
Spurs vs Lakers best bet: Devin Vassell over 2.5 made threes (-125)
Devin Vassell has been aggressively scoring the ball, especially from beyond the arc. In March he is making 3.1 threes per game on 38.9% of his attempts. With De’Aaron Fox out for the season, his usage should remain high. The Lakers are 21st over the last 10 games in opponent 3-point attempts so he should get these shots off here.
Now read our expert Nuggets vs Warriors Same Game Parlay picks for tonight on ESPN
