NBA Picks & Props – Monday, 27th October

*These NBA tips and player prop picks are done the previous game day. Adjust selections should spreads and lineups change.

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CLEVELAND CAVALIERS @ DETROIT PISTONS

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TEAM TRENDS

• Cavaliers – Have won 12 of their last 13 games vs Pistons.
• Cavaliers – Each of the last 10 of 12 meetings with the Pistons have gone UNDERS.
• Cavaliers – Have covered the line in 4 straight road games vs teams on the 2nd leg of a back-to-back.
• Cavaliers – Have won the 1st quarter in 7 straight games vs Pistons.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Coming off back-to-back games, the Cavaliers travel to Little Caesars Arena to take on the Detroit Pistons in their first clash of the 2025–26 season. Cleveland claimed last year’s series 3–1, though Detroit held its own at home by splitting the two matchups in this building.

The Pistons enter on a high after rallying from 17 points down to defeat Boston 119–113, powered by a dominant effort from Jalen Duren, who finished with 24 points and 18 rebounds. Ausar Thompson added 21 points and 12 boards, while Cade Cunningham chipped in 25 points and eight assists. Detroit has now won 12 of its last 14 when Duren hits the 20-point mark.

The Cavaliers also come in with momentum following a 118–113 win over Milwaukee at Rocket Arena. Evan Mobley led the way with 23 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and three steals as Cleveland again played without Darius Garland. The Cavs are now 27–4 in their past 31 games when Mobley scores 20 or more.

PICK – CLEVELAND -2.5

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ORLANDO MAGIC @ PHILADELPHIA 76ERS

Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA

TEAM TRENDS

• Magic – Have covered the line in 9 of last 10 games as road favourites vs teams on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• Magic – Each of last 5 games as favourites vs 76ers have gone UNDERS.
• 76ers – Have lost 13 of last 14 home games vs Eastern opponents.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Ready to hit the road for the first time in 2025–26, the Magic visit the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The Magic took last season’s series 3–1, though the 76ers managed to split their two home games. Franz Wagner was dominant in those matchups, averaging 32.0 points across three appearances.

Philadelphia comes in on a high after a 125–121 win over Charlotte at home, powered by Tyrese Maxey’s all-around performance of 28 points, six rebounds, and nine assists. However, the 76ers will be without Joel Embiid, a major blow considering the team has dropped 14 of its last 15 games when he’s absent.

Orlando, meanwhile, will look to bounce back from a 110–98 home loss to Chicago on Saturday. Jalen Suggs is set to return to the lineup, giving the Magic an important boost on both ends of the floor.

PICK – UNDER 226.5 TOTAL POINTS

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ATLANTA HAWKS @ CHICAGO BULLS

United Center, Chicago, IL

TEAM TRENDS

• Bulls – Have won six of their last seven home games vs Eastern opponents.
• Bulls – Each of their last five games have gone UNDERS.
• Bulls – Have covered the line in five of their last six games.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

The Bulls return home to United Center looking to stay perfect as they take on the Atlanta Hawks. Last season’s four-game series couldn’t separate the two, with each side winning once at home and once on the road. Jalen Johnson was a standout performer for Atlanta in those contests, averaging 25.0 points and 11.3 rebounds.

The Bulls enter on the back of a 110–98 win over Orlando at Kia Center, extending their dominance in conference play to 11 victories from the last 13 outings. They did so without Coby White, who remains sidelined heading into this matchup.

Atlanta, meanwhile, fell 117–100 to Oklahoma City at State Farm Arena while missing both Johnson and Kristaps Porziņģis, each questionable to return. The Hawks have dropped three straight when Johnson doesn’t suit up, while for Chicago, Josh Giddey is also listed as questionable.

PICK – UNDER 242.5 TOTAL POINTS

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BROOKLYN NETS @ HOUSTON ROCKETS

Toyota Center, Houston, TX

TEAM TRENDS

• Rockets – Have failed to cover the line in each of their last seven home games when playing with a rest advantage.
• Rockets – The underdogs have won the first half in each of their last four games.
• Nets – Have lost eight straight games on the second leg of a back-to-back vs the Rockets.
• Head-to-Head – Eight of the last nine games between these teams have gone UNDERS.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Nets head to Toyota Center to take on the Rockets in their first matchup of the 2025–26 season. Brooklyn dominated this series last year, sweeping both games, including a 110–98 victory on the road.

Houston enters this contest still searching for its first win after a 115–111 home loss to Detroit. Kevin Durant led the effort with 37 points and three steals, but the Rockets’ defeat snapped a six-game winning streak against Eastern Conference teams and dropped their record to 0–2.

The Nets also remain winless, falling 118–107 to San Antonio at Frost Bank Center despite a 40-point outburst from Cameron Thomas, who hit five threes in the loss. Brooklyn now sits at 0–3 to open the season.

PICK – OVER 224.5 TOTAL POINTS

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TORONTO RAPTORS @ SAN ANTONIO SPURS

Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX

TEAM TRENDS

• Raptors – Each of their last seven games have gone OVERS.
• Raptors – Have lost eight straight games vs Western opponents.
• Raptors – Have won the 1st quarter in eight of their last nine games vs teams on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• Spurs – Have covered the line in seven of their last eight games as home favourites vs the Raptors.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Both teams playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Toronto Raptors head to Frost Bank Center to take on the San Antonio Spurs in their first encounter of the season. San Antonio dominated this matchup a year ago, sweeping the two-game series, including a 125–118 home win. Scottie Barnes stood out for Toronto in defeat, averaging 28.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 7.0 assists.

The Spurs enter this contest on a high following a 118–107 victory over Brooklyn, powered by another spectacular outing from Victor Wembanyama — 31 points, 14 rebounds, six blocks, and three steals — while rookie Dylan Harper added 20 points, six rebounds, and eight assists. San Antonio has now won six straight games when Wembanyama scores 30 or more.

Toronto, meanwhile, fell 139–129 to Dallas despite Barnes leading the way with 33 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. The Raptors have now lost eight consecutive games against Western Conference opponents.

PICK – SAN ANTONIO -4.5

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OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER @ DALLAS MAVERICKS

American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX

TEAM TRENDS

• Mavericks – 12 of their last 13 games on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone OVERS.
• Thunder – Have won each of their last 12 games on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• Thunder – Two of their last 3 games have gone to overtime.
• Thunder – Have failed to cover the line in each of their last 7 road games vs Western opponents.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Dallas Mavericks welcome the Oklahoma City Thunder to American Airlines Center for their first matchup of the season. Dallas had the upper hand in last year’s series, taking three of four meetings.

The Mavericks enter this contest following a 139–129 victory over Toronto at home, highlighted by Anthony Davis’ efficient 25-point, 10-rebound, three-steal performance on 11-of-14 shooting. D’Angelo Russell also impressed with 24 points and three steals, helping Dallas notch its first win of the season.

Oklahoma City, meanwhile, continued its strong start with a 117–100 road win over Atlanta. Chet Holmgren matched career highs in both steals (three) and made threes (six) while recording 31 points and 11 rebounds on 8-of-12 shooting. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 30 points as the Thunder again played without Jalen Williams. Oklahoma City has now gone 23–1 in its last 24 games when Holmgren and Gilgeous-Alexander combine for at least 55 points. Holmgren is listed as questionable for this matchup.

PICK – OKLAHOMA CITY -7.5

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PHOENIX SUNS @ UTAH JAZZ

Delta Center, Salt Lake City, UT

TEAM TRENDS

• Jazz – Fifteen of their last 17 home games vs Western opponents have gone OVERS.
• Suns – Have lost each of their last 10 road games.
• Suns – Have lost the 1st quarter in 13 of their last 14 games.
• Jazz – Have covered the line in each of their last three games.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Phoenix has owned this matchup in recent years, carrying a 10-game winning streak over Utah – a run that includes a four-game sweep last season. Devin Booker was the driving force in those victories, averaging 36.5 points across the series.

The Jazz enter this contest at 1–1 after a narrow 105–104 loss to Sacramento, where Lauri Markkanen led the way with 33 points in a strong individual performance. Utah will look to end its drought against Phoenix and build early-season momentum at home.

The Suns, meanwhile, are coming off a 133–111 defeat to Denver at Ball Arena despite Booker’s 31 points and seven assists. Phoenix has now lost 10 consecutive road games — its longest away skid since February 2019. Dillon Brooks is listed as questionable.

PICK – UTAH +1.5

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DENVER NUGGETS @ MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES

Target Center, Minneapolis, MN

TEAM TRENDS

• Timberwolves – Have won each of their last six games against the Nuggets.
• Nuggets – Each of their last four games have gone OVERS.
• Nuggets – Have won the first half in each of their last nine games as road favourites.
• Timberwolves – Have covered the line in each of their last nine games as home underdogs vs Western opponents.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Minnesota Timberwolves welcome the Denver Nuggets to Target Center for their first clash of the season. Minnesota has had Denver’s number recently, winning six straight in the matchup — including a four-game sweep last year. Anthony Edwards played a key role in that dominance, averaging 31.5 points across the series.

The Timberwolves enter this contest following a 114–110 victory over Indiana at home. Julius Randle led the way with 31 points and six assists on 11-of-18 shooting, while Rudy Gobert added 14 points and 18 rebounds. Edwards exited early due to hamstring tightness, leaving his status uncertain.

Denver, meanwhile, is coming off a dominant 133–111 win over Phoenix at Ball Arena. Nikola Jokić recorded a triple-double with 14 points, 14 rebounds, 15 assists, and three steals, while Jamal Murray contributed 23 points and six rebounds. The Nuggets have now won 17 straight games when Jokić dishes out at least 15 assists.

PICK – DENVER / OVER 228.5 TOTAL POINTS

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MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES @ GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS

Chase Center, San Francisco, CA

TEAM TRENDS

• Warriors – Have won each of their last 10 home games against the Grizzlies.
• Warriors – Each of their last five games have gone OVERS.
• Warriors – Have won the first quarter in each of their last seven home games against the Grizzlies.
• Grizzlies – Have failed to cover the line in eight of their last nine games as road underdogs.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Hitting the road for the first time this season, the Grizzlies head west to face the Warriors at Chase Center. The two teams last met in the 2024 play-in tournament, where Golden State claimed a 121–116 win behind 38 points from Jimmy Butler.

The Warriors enter this contest looking to bounce back from a 139–119 loss to Portland at Moda Center, despite Stephen Curry’s 35 points, six rebounds, and seven made threes. That defeat ended a nine-game winning streak against the Trail Blazers.

Memphis, meanwhile, rolled past Indiana 128–103 at FedExForum, with Cedric Coward leading the way with 27 points, six rebounds, and six made triples on 9-of-13 shooting. The Grizzlies will be hoping to end a five-game road losing streak in conference play. Al Horford has been ruled out for Golden State.

PICK – MEMPHIS +8.5

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PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS @ LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS

Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA

TEAM TRENDS

• Lakers – Have covered the line in each of their last six games on the second leg of a back-to-back vs Western opponents.
• Lakers – The Trail Blazers have lost eight straight games at Crypto.com Arena.
• Trail Blazers – Have won the first half in each of their last 12 games as favourites against the Lakers.
• Head-to-Head – Each of the last four meetings between these teams have gone UNDERS.

WIN/LOSS

SEASON POINTS +/-

PICKS ATS

Both teams on the second night of a back-to-back, the Lakers return to Crypto.com Arena to host the Trail Blazers in their first meeting of the 2025–26 campaign. The Lakers have owned this matchup at home recently, riding a five-game winning streak at Crypto.com Arena against Portland — a run that included two victories last season en route to a 3–1 series win.

Los Angeles comes in on the back of a 127–120 road win over Sacramento, fueled by a career-best performance from Austin Reaves, who erupted for 51 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists while hitting six threes. Deandre Ayton added 22 points and 15 rebounds as the Lakers prevailed without LeBron James and Luka Dončić. They’ll now look to build on a 21–7 record from their past 28 home games.

Portland, meanwhile, dropped a 114–107 decision to the Clippers at Intuit Dome despite 23 points from Deni Avdija. The Trail Blazers have now lost nine of their last ten road contests against Western opponents.

PICK – OVER 224.5 TOTAL POINTS

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