The Golden State Warriors and the Boston Celtics headline Thursday’s NBA five-game slate, and both will aim to continue their dominant runs to stay in control of their respective conferences.
Online betting favourites Golden State have already shrugged off the rust and are now geared to lay sole claim of No.1 in the West. Meanwhile, Boston continue to impress sports betting fans out East and seem unstoppable with their current winning streak.
The likes of New York, Detroit and Orlando should also be fun teams to watch, especially for those who fancy Asian Handicap betting.
Indiana Pacers @ Detroit Pistons (November 9, 08:00 GMT+8)
Back-to-back wins against the Bucks and Kings should keep the Pistons going in this game. Detroit have been a surprise team this season, thanks to the brilliant plays of Reggie Jackson and Tobias Harris. Andre Drummond has been excellent so far as well, not only on his rebounding but also on his shooting from the charity stripe.
Indiana are a capable team, but they have lost three in a row now and are still figuring out their Myles Turner/Domantas Sabonis problem.
New York Knicks @ Orlando Magic (November 9, 08:00 GMT+8)
The New York Knicks is Kristaps Porzingis. Kristaps Porzingis is the New York Knicks. That isn’t an exaggeration after the Latvian star led the team to three straight victories (all while winning six of their last seven outings).
Porzingis’ matchup with Orlando’s Aaron Gordon will be an interesting sight to see, though the Magic need to find a solution to their recent offensive woes if they want to stop the rampaging Knickerbockers.
I like the chances of New York in this game, so choose the Knicks +5.00 @ 1.92.
Los Angeles Lakers @ Boston Celtics (November 9, 09:00 GMT+8)
Let’s be honest, after nine straight wins, who’s going to stop the Celtics?
The Lakers have a shot, of course, but they need to find their rhythm on the offensive end early if they want a legitimate chance of upsetting the East’s top team. However, I don’t see the Purple and Gold doing so against the league’s best defensive unit. Go for Boston -9.00 @ 2.04.
Miami Heat @ Phoenix Suns (November 9, 10:00 GMT+8)
With Dion Waiters expected to return, the Heat should also be able to get back to winning ways.
It remains to be seen how Hassan Whiteside will respond following his benching during their loss to the Warriors, though playing the lowly Suns—who have lost their defensive grit again—should provide the perfect opportunity for the big man to bounce back.
Miami -5.50 @ 2.02 is an easy bet to make.
Minnesota Timberwolves @ Golden State Warriors (November 9, 11:30 GMT+8)
The Warriors are now leading the league in offensive rating, and it’s safe to say the NBA defending champs are back.
They will be tested by the Wolves, who are thriving with the core of Andre Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jimmy Butler. Nonetheless, it’s doubtful Minnesota can neutralise the Dubs’ potent scoring as their defence remains inconsistent and far from what is expected of a Tom Thibodeau team.
I predict the Warriors to explode in the second half of the game and win on -11.00 @ 1.96.
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