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PHOENIX SUNS @ MIAMI HEAT
Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
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TEAM TRENDS
- The Heat have lost 10 of their last 12 games against teams that held a winning record
- Each of the Suns’ last 5 games have gone UNDER the total match points line
- The Suns have won the first quarter in each of their last 4 games against the Heat
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| PHX |
24 |
15 |
14-5 |
10-10 |
| MIA |
20 |
19 |
13-6 |
7-13 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| PHX |
114.7 |
111.8 |
+2.9 |
226.5 |
| MIA |
119.4 |
117.7 |
+1.7 |
237.1 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| PHX |
OVER |
MI |
| +1.5 |
230.5 |
127-121 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
PLAYER TRENDS
- Dillon Brooks – Made 4+ three-pointers in each of the Suns’ last 3 games
- Royce O’Neale – Made 4+ three-pointers in each of the Suns’ last 4 games
- Tyler Herro – Recorded 4+ assists in each of the Heat’s last 4 games against the Suns
- Devin Booker – Recorded 8 assists in each of the Suns’ last 3 games
- Davion Mitchell – Recorded 6+ assists in each of his last 7 appearances against Western Conference opponents
- Dillon Brooks – Scored 20+ points in 5 of the Suns’ last 6 games against Eastern Conference opponents
- Tyler Herro – Scored 22+ points in each of his last 4 home appearances
- Devin Booker – Scored 31+ points in 5 of the Suns’ last 6 road games against Eastern Conference opponents
- Mark Williams – Recorded 8+ rebounds in each of his last 5 road appearances
- Bam Adebayo – Recorded 10+ rebounds in each of the Heat’s last 6 games against the Suns
- Royce O’Neale – Recorded 6+ rebounds in each of the Suns’ last 5 games
- Devin Booker – Recorded 4+ rebounds in each of his last 7 appearances against the Heat
- Jaime Jaquez Jr. – Scored 16+ points in 7 of his last 9 appearances
The Phoenix Suns visit Miami on Tuesday night looking to extend a three-game winning streak against a Heat team that has been strong at home. Miami is 13–6 on its home floor and ranks among the top teams in the Eastern Conference in scoring, averaging 119.4 points per game while shooting 46.9% from the field.
Phoenix has been average on the road at 10–10 but brings momentum, going 8–2 over its last 10 games while holding opponents to just 105.7 points per contest. The Suns also thrive in transition, ranking fifth in the West in fast break points, led by Devin Booker. Miami, meanwhile, is 5–5 over its last 10, allowing slightly more points than it scores during that stretch.
Both teams shoot at similar efficiency, making this a matchup between Miami’s home-court scoring and Phoenix’s recent defensive form. The Suns’ ability to control tempo and limit easy baskets could be key against a Heat offense that prefers a faster pace.
INJURIES: Heat: Norman Powell: out (back).
INJURIES: Suns: Jamaree Bouyea: out (concussion protocol), Jalen Green: out (hamstring).
PICK – PHOENIX -1.5
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CHICAGO BULLS @ HOUSTON ROCKETS
Toyota Center, Houston, TX
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TEAM TRENDS
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| CHI |
18 |
20 |
11-9 |
7-11 |
| HOU |
22 |
14 |
11-2 |
11-12 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| CHI |
117.3 |
120.8 |
-3.5 |
238.1 |
| HOU |
117.9 |
110.8 |
+7.1 |
228.7 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| HOU |
OVER |
HOU |
| -12.5 |
224.5 |
119-113 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
PLAYER TRENDS
- Nikola Vucevic – Made 2+ three-pointers in each of the Bulls’ last 3 games
- Nikola Vucevic – Recorded 4+ assists in each of the Bulls’ last 5 games
- Tre Jones – Recorded 6+ assists in 5 of his last 6 home appearances with Josh Giddey out
- Cooper Flagg – Recorded 6+ assists in each of the Mavericks’ last 5 games
- Coby White – Scored 20+ points in 8 of his last 9 appearances against teams that held a losing record
- Nikola Vucevic – Scored 15+ points in each of the Bulls’ last 7 games
- Matas Buzelis – Scored 15+ points in each of the Bulls’ last 7 games with Josh Giddey out
- Daniel Gafford – Scored 15+ points in each of his last 3 appearances against the Bulls
- Naji Marshall – Scored 15+ points in 11 of his last 12 appearances as a starter
- Klay Thompson – Scored 20+ points in 9 of his last 10 appearances against the Bulls
- Cooper Flagg – Recorded 6+ rebounds in each of the Mavericks’ last 9 games
- Nikola Vucevic – Recorded 15+ rebounds in each of the Bulls’ last 2 games
Chicago travels to Houston on Tuesday night with the Rockets looking to extend their six-game home winning streak. Houston has been dominant at home with an 11–2 record and continues to protect the ball well, going 8–2 when winning the turnover battle.
The Bulls have struggled away from home at 7–11 and remain one of the league’s fastest teams in transition, ranking sixth in fast break scoring. However, defense has been an issue, with Chicago allowing over 120 points per game on the season. Houston scores just under 118 points per game but has been far more effective defensively.
Recent form is similar, with both teams sitting at 5–5 over their last 10 games. Houston has relied on its rebounding edge and interior defense, while Chicago has leaned on Nikola Vucevic’s efficiency and Matas Buzelis’ scoring support.
INJURIES: Rockets: Fred VanVleet: out for season (acl), Tari Eason: out (ankle).
INJURIES: Bulls: Noa Essengue: out for season (shoulder), Josh Giddey: out (hamstring), Zach Collins: day to day (toe).
PICK – OVER 224.5 TOTAL POINTS
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MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES @ MILWAUKEE BUCKS
Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
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TEAM TRENDS
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| MIN |
26 |
14 |
15-6 |
11-8 |
| MIL |
17 |
22 |
9-9 |
8-13 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| MIN |
119.9 |
114.8 |
+5.1 |
234.7 |
| MIL |
112.9 |
115.1 |
-2.2 |
228.0 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| MIN |
UNDER |
MIN |
| +3.5 |
228.5 |
139-106 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
PLAYER TRENDS
- Ryan Rollins – Made 3+ three-pointers in each of the Bucks’ last 3 home games
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Recorded 4+ assists in each of his last 12 appearances against the Timberwolves
- Ryan Rollins – Recorded 4+ assists in each of the Bucks’ last 10 home games
- Donte DiVincenzo – Recorded 4+ assists in each of the Timberwolves’ last 8 games with Anthony Edwards out
- Kevin Porter Jr. – Recorded 6+ assists in each of the Bucks’ last 5 games
- Ryan Rollins – Scored 10+ points in each of the Bucks’ last 17 home games
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Scored 37+ points in each of the Bucks’ last 3 games as home favourites against the Timberwolves
- Jaden McDaniels – Scored 20+ points in 7 of the Timberwolves’ last 10 games with Anthony Edwards out
- Naz Reid – Scored 16+ points in each of the Timberwolves’ last 5 games with Anthony Edwards out
- Kevin Porter Jr. – Scored 21+ points in each of his last 3 home appearances against the Timberwolves
- Jaden McDaniels – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 9 of the Timberwolves’ last 10 games with Rudy Gobert out
- Ryan Rollins – Recorded 6+ rebounds in each of the Bucks’ last 4 games
- Naz Reid – Recorded 8+ rebounds in 8 of the Timberwolves’ last 10 games with Rudy Gobert out
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Recorded 13+ rebounds in 5 of his last 6 appearances against the Timberwolves
Minnesota visits Milwaukee on Tuesday night in a non-conference matchup between two teams that defend at a similar level. The Bucks are 9–9 at home and rank among the better defensive teams in the East, allowing 115.1 points per game while holding opponents to 46.4% shooting. The Timberwolves are 11–8 on the road and give up 114.8 points per game.
Offensively, Minnesota has the edge. The Timberwolves average 119.9 points per game, nearly five more than what Milwaukee typically allows. The Bucks, meanwhile, score 112.9 points per contest, which is slightly below Minnesota’s defensive average. This is the second meeting of the season after the Timberwolves claimed a tight 103–100 win on Dec. 22 behind Anthony Edwards’ 24 points.
Both teams are 6–4 over their last 10 games. Minnesota has been more explosive offensively during that stretch, averaging 124.0 points, while Milwaukee has relied more on defense and efficiency to stay competitive.
INJURIES: Bucks: Taurean Prince: out (neck).
INJURIES: Timberwolves: Terrence Shannon Jr.: out (foot).
PICK – MINNESOTA +3.5
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DENVER NUGGETS @ NEW ORLEANS PELICANS
Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
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TEAM TRENDS
- The Pelicans have lost 20 of their last 21 games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| DEN |
26 |
13 |
11-6 |
15-7 |
| NO |
9 |
32 |
6-17 |
3-15 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| DEN |
122.7 |
117.5 |
+5.2 |
240.2 |
| NO |
114.9 |
122.4 |
-7.5 |
237.3 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| DEN |
OVER |
DEN |
| -2.5 |
235.5 |
122-116 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
PLAYER TRENDS
- Aaron Gordon – Recorded 4+ assists in each of the Nuggets’ last 2 games
- Derik Queen – Recorded 6+ assists in 3 of the Pelicans’ last 4 games
- Zion Williamson – Recorded 4+ assists in 7 of his last 8 appearances against the Nuggets
- Trey Murphy III – Recorded 4+ assists in 4 of his last 5 appearances
- Derik Queen – Scored 10+ points in 10 of his last 11 home appearances against Western Conference opponents
- Trey Murphy III – Scored 20+ points in 8 of the Pelicans’ last 9 home games against teams that held a winning record
- Jamal Murray – Scored 26+ points in each of the Nuggets’ last 4 games on the first leg of a back-to-back
- Peyton Watson – Scored 21+ points in each of the Nuggets’ last 5 road games
- Aaron Gordon – Scored 17+ points in each of his last 8 appearances with the Nuggets as favourites
- Zion Williamson – Scored 20+ points in 17 of his last 18 appearances on the first leg of a back-to-back
- Jamal Murray – Recorded 6+ rebounds in each of his last 5 appearances
- Zion Williamson – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 4 of his last 5 appearances against the Nuggets
- Trey Murphy III – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 6 of his last 7 appearances
- Aaron Gordon – Recorded 8+ rebounds in 4 of his last 5 appearances against Pelicans teams that held a losing record
- Derik Queen – Recorded 10+ rebounds in 4 of his last 5 appearances against Western Conference opponents
- Peyton Watson – Recorded 4+ assists in 3 of the Nuggets’ last 4 games
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Denver travels to New Orleans on Tuesday night as the Pelicans try to snap a five-game home losing streak. New Orleans has struggled all season in conference play, sitting at 4–23 against the West and losing most of its games by double digits. Over its last 10 games, the Pelicans are just 1–9 and continue to give up more than 121 points per contest.
The Nuggets are 16–7 against Western Conference opponents and have been strong on the glass, ranking among the league leaders in defensive rebounding. Denver also took the most recent meeting between these teams, winning 125–118 on Nov. 20, with Peyton Watson pouring in 32 points. While the Nuggets are only 5–5 over their last 10, they remain far more competitive than a Pelicans side that has struggled on both ends.
New Orleans averages 114.9 points per game, slightly below what Denver typically allows, while the Nuggets continue to space the floor well with their three-point shooting. This matchup again favors Denver, especially given the Pelicans’ ongoing defensive issues and recent form.
INJURIES: Pelicans: Jose Alvarado: day to day (oblique), Dejounte Murray: out (leg), Saddiq Bey: day to day (hip), Herbert Jones: day to day (ankle).
INJURIES: Nuggets: Cameron Johnson: out (knee), Tamar Bates: out (foot), Nikola Jokic: out (knee), Jonas Valanciunas: out (calf), Christian Braun: out (ankle), Jamal Murray: out (ankle).
PICK – OVER 232.5 TOTAL POINTS
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SAN ANTONIO SPURS @ OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
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TEAM TRENDS
- The Spurs have won 4 of their last 5 games as underdogs against the Thunder
- The Spurs have won the first quarter in 9 of their last 10 games as underdogs
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| SA |
27 |
12 |
13-5 |
13-7 |
| OKC |
33 |
7 |
19-2 |
14-4 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| SA |
118.1 |
112.6 |
+5.5 |
230.7 |
| OKC |
121.4 |
108.4 |
+13.0 |
229.8 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| SAS |
UNDER |
OKC |
| +7.5 |
228.5 |
119-98 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
- De'Aaron Fox – Scored the first basket in each of the Spurs’ last 2 games
- Keldon Johnson – Made 2+ three-pointers in each of the Spurs’ last 4 games
- Jalen Williams – Recorded 6+ assists in 6 of the Thunder’s last 7 games against Western Conference opponents
- De'Aaron Fox – Recorded 4+ assists in each of the Spurs’ last 7 games
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Recorded 6+ assists in each of his last 7 appearances
- Harrison Barnes – Scored 10+ points in 7 of his last 8 appearances against the Thunder
- Chet Holmgren – Scored 15+ points in each of his last 5 appearances
- Jalen Williams – Scored 16+ points in each of the Thunder’s last 5 games
- Victor Wembanyama – Scored 21+ points in 6 of his last 7 appearances
- Stephon Castle – Scored 22+ points in 3 of the Spurs’ last 4 games against the Thunder
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Scored 30+ points in 25 of the Thunder’s last 32 games at Paycom Center
- Ajay Mitchell – Scored 16+ points in each of the Thunder’s last 3 games
- De'Aaron Fox – Scored 20+ points in 5 of his last 6 appearances at Paycom Center
- Julian Champagnie – Recorded 8+ rebounds in each of the Spurs’ last 6 games
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 8 of his last 9 appearances against the Spurs at Paycom Center
- Jalen Williams – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 7 of the Thunder’s last 8 games against the Spurs
- Chet Holmgren – Recorded 10+ rebounds in 4 of the Thunder’s last 5 home games
- De'Aaron Fox – Recorded 4+ rebounds in each of the Spurs’ last 7 road games
Oklahoma City hosts San Antonio on Tuesday night looking to extend a three-game winning streak in a matchup between the top two teams in the Western Conference. The Thunder have been dominant in conference play at 26–6 and continue to score at an elite level, averaging 121.4 points per game.
San Antonio enters at 15–10 against the West and has defended well overall, allowing just 112.6 points per game, but their offense has cooled recently. Over their last 10 games, the Spurs are averaging only 111.4 points while shooting 43.6% from the field. Oklahoma City has been far sharper offensively, putting up nearly 120 points per game in the same span.
This is the fourth meeting between the teams this season. San Antonio took the most recent matchup 117–102 on December 25, but Oklahoma City holds the better overall record and comes in with momentum. The Thunder also hold a major scoring edge, averaging nearly nine points more per game than what the Spurs usually allow.:
INJURIES: Thunder: Nikola Topic: out (groin), Thomas Sorber: out for season (knee), Isaiah Hartenstein: out (calf).
INJURIES: Spurs: Devin Vassell: out (thigh).
PICK - SAN ANTONIO +7.5
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ATLANTA HAWKS @ LOS ANGELES LAKERS
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
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TEAM TRENDS
- The Lakers have lost 7 of their last 8 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record
- The Hawks have won both halves in each of their last 3 games
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| ATL |
20 |
21 |
7-11 |
13-10 |
| LAL |
23 |
14 |
10-7 |
13-7 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| ATL |
118.4 |
118.4 |
0.0 |
236.8 |
| LAL |
115.8 |
116.5 |
-0.7 |
232.3 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| LAL |
OVER |
LAL |
| +3.5 |
231.5 |
141-116 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
PLAYER TRENDS
- Onyeka Okongwu – Made 2+ three-pointers in 7 of his last 8 appearances
- Rui Hachimura – Made 2+ three-pointers in each of his last 7 appearances against Eastern Conference opponents
- Nickeil Alexander-Walker – Made 3+ three-pointers in 10 of the Hawks’ last 11 road games
- Luka Doncic – Recorded 8+ assists in each of the Lakers’ last 7 games
- Dyson Daniels – Recorded 8+ assists in 6 of the Hawks’ last 7 games
- Nickeil Alexander-Walker – Scored 22+ points in 7 of the Hawks’ last 8 road games
- Deandre Ayton – Scored 20+ points in 3 of his last 4 appearances against the Hawks
- Onyeka Okongwu – Scored 15+ points in 7 of his last 8 appearances
- Dyson Daniels – Scored 11+ points in each of the Hawks’ last 9 games
- Jalen Johnson – Scored 29+ points in each of the Hawks’ last 3 games as road favourites
- Luka Doncic – Scored 35+ points in each of his last 5 appearances after playing the previous day
- Zaccharie Risacher – Recorded 4+ rebounds in each of his last 7 appearances
- Dyson Daniels – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 14 of the Hawks’ last 15 games against opponents on the second leg of a back-to-back
- Jalen Johnson – Recorded 10+ rebounds in 16 of his last 19 road appearances
Atlanta visits Los Angeles on Tuesday night after the Lakers were beaten 124–112 by Sacramento, despite a 42-point effort from Luka Doncic. The Hawks come in as slight favorites, bringing a strong road record and a pace-driven offense.
Los Angeles is 10–7 at home and has been solid defensively, allowing 116.5 points per game, but their offense has slowed recently. Over their last 10 games, the Lakers are just 4–6 and averaging under 110 points. Atlanta has been more consistent away from home at 13–10 and thrives in transition, ranking second in the NBA in fast break scoring.
This is the second meeting of the season between the teams. The Hawks dominated the first matchup 122–102 on November 9. Atlanta also holds a small scoring edge, averaging 118.4 points per game compared to the 115.8 the Lakers produce, while both defenses allow roughly the same output.
INJURIES: Lakers: Austin Reaves: out (calf), Adou Thiero: out (knee), Rui Hachimura: day to day (calf).
INJURIES: Hawks: Kristaps Porzingis: out (achilles), Luke Kennard: out (neck), Zaccharie Risacher: day to day (knee), N'Faly Dante: out for season (knee), Asa Newell: day to day (quadriceps).
PICK - OVER 231.5 TOTAL POINTS
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PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS @ GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
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TEAM TRENDS
- The Trail Blazers have won each of their last 3 games as underdogs against the Warriors
- The Warriors have failed to cover the line in 10 of their last 12 games against Western Conference opponents
- The Trail Blazers have won the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 road games against the Warriors
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM |
W |
L |
HOME |
ROAD |
| POR |
19 |
21 |
10-10 |
9-11 |
| GSW |
21 |
19 |
13-6 |
8-13 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM |
PPG |
OPPG |
DIFF |
TOT.AV. |
| POR |
116.3 |
118.9 |
-2.6 |
235.2 |
| GSW |
115.4 |
113.6 |
+1.8 |
229.0 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD |
POINTS |
RESULT |
| GSW |
UNDER |
GSW |
| -10.5 |
223.5 |
119-97 |
NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
PLAYER TRENDS
- Jimmy Butler – Recorded 6+ assists in 4 of his last 5 home appearances
- Draymond Green – Recorded 6+ assists in 17 of his last 18 appearances as a home favourite against the Trail Blazers
- Jrue Holiday – Recorded 6+ assists in each of his last 7 road appearances
- Stephen Curry – Recorded 4+ assists in each of his last 12 appearances
- Donovan Clingan – Recorded 2+ assists in each of the Trail Blazers’ last 4 games against Western Conference opponents
- Draymond Green – Scored 10+ points in 4 of his last 5 home appearances against the Trail Blazers
- Stephen Curry – Scored 35+ points in each of the Warriors’ last 3 games against the Trail Blazers
- Jrue Holiday – Scored 10+ points in each of his last 16 road appearances against the Warriors
- Brandin Podziemski – Scored 10+ points in 10 of his last 11 home appearances after being held to single digits in his previous game
- Donovan Clingan – Scored 15+ points in each of the Trail Blazers’ last 2 road games against the Warriors
- Jrue Holiday – Recorded 4+ rebounds in each of his last 9 road appearances
- Toumani Camara – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 8 of the Trail Blazers’ last 9 games as road underdogs
- Draymond Green – Recorded 6+ rebounds in 18 of his last 20 appearances as a home favourite against the Trail Blazers
- Al Horford – Recorded 4+ rebounds in each of his last 13 appearances against the Trail Blazers
- Shaedon Sharpe – Recorded 6+ rebounds in each of the Trail Blazers’ last 2 games
Golden State hosts Portland in a tight Western Conference matchup with both teams sitting near the playoff line. The Warriors are 14–12 against the West and come in playing solid basketball, going 6–4 over their last 10 while averaging nearly 120 points per game. Their biggest edge is from deep, making 15.8 three-pointers per game, well above what Portland typically allows.
Portland has been strong in conference play at 16–13 and has won seven of its last 10 games. The Trail Blazers control the offensive glass, ranking second in the West in offensive rebounds, and they took the most recent meeting 136–131 on Dec. 15. Deni Avdija continues to drive their offense, while Shaedon Sharpe adds consistent scoring support.
This matchup shapes up as Golden State’s perimeter shooting versus Portland’s rebounding and inside pressure, with recent form suggesting a competitive, high-scoring game.:
INJURIES: Warriors: Seth Curry: out (thigh).
INJURIES:Trail Blazers: Scoot Henderson: out (hamstring), Matisse Thybulle: out (thumb), Blake Wesley: out (foot), Jerami Grant: out (achilles), Kris Murray: out (back), Damian Lillard: out for season (achilles).
PICK - UNDER 223.5 TOTAL POINTS
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