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The NBA had a number of upsets last night with a number of playoff chasing teams dropping games to teams who are seemingly out of the postseason picture. It will we could see more of the same tonight in the first game of the nights NBA TV double-header as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Indiana Pacers. That will be followed by the Chicago Bulls visit to take on the Sacramento Kings.
You can find our NBA previews here. But for now, check out my best bets for each one of the nights games.
Nets vs Pacers bets bet: Over 223.5 (-110)
Over the last 10 games both teams have ranked in the bottom 10 of the NBA in defensive rating. With Haliburton likely back for the Pacers, they should be set to pick on their pace, which has already seen the team rank 11th in that category during that stretch. With the inability of both sides to get stops, they should be able to convert the additional possessions the tempo creates.
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Knicks vs Hornets best bet: Karl-Anthony Towns over 2.5 made threes (+160)
Towns has been great from beyond the arc of late, making 42.9% of his 3-point attempts in March. It has allowed him to make at least 3 shots from out these in 4 of his last 6 games. Going up against the size and length of Mark Williams tonight should encourage him to spend more time spacing the floor here. And with Brunson remaining out, he should see no shortage of attempts.
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Bulls vs Kings best bet: Tre Jones over 11.5 points (-110)
Jones has been efficient with his time on the floor, making 58.7% of his field goal attempts in March, allowing him to hit the over on this line in 5 of his last 6 games. Against the drop coverage of Jonas Valanciunas and the Kings in pick and roll situations, he should have success pulling up from the field and continuing his current run.
Find out JutPicks’ best NBA player prop bet for this matchup — he’s on a 12-3 run!
Raptors vs Warriors best bet: Robinson over 2.5 assists (+140)
The Raptors have been giving center Orlando Robinson more playing time, and he is delivering across the board, including assists. He has been able to hit the over on this line in 4 of his last 5 games. He will have a size advantage over the Warriors frontline so do not be surprised to see them send help his way, allowing him to pick out open teammates.
Bucks vs Lakers best bet: Brook Lopez over 12.5 points (-120)
Brook Lopez dominated the Lakers the last time the sides met, dropping 23-points in the process. The hosts simply do not have the size to stop him, which should mean the Bucks utilize him as a scorer in the post. He is also making 43.3% of his 3-point attempts this month so should be more than capable of punishing them from the perimeter too.
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