*These NBA betting tips and player prop picks are done the morning of game day, adjust picks should spreads and lineups change.
ORLANDO @ PHILADELPHIA
TEAM TRENDS
- The 76ers have beaten the spread in their last 8 games.
- The 76ers have won 13 of their last 14 games against the Magic.
- 4 of the Magic’s last 5 games had total points Overs.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| ORL | 46 | 34 | 28-12 | 18-22 |
| PHI | 45 | 35 | 23-16 | 22-19 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| ORL | 110.4 | 108.5 | +1.9 | 218.9 |
| PHI | 114.6 | 111.9 | +2.7 | 226.5 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| PHI | UNDER | PHI |
| -6.5 | 213.5 | 125-113 |
The Magic and 76ers, vying to avoid the Eastern Conference play-in, meet at Wells Fargo Center on Friday. The 76ers lead their season series 2-0, powered by Tyrese Maxey’s 27.5-point average in those games.
Philadelphia, buoyed by a recent win over Detroit with Joel Embiid’s 37 points, aims to continue their winning streak when Embiid scores 35+ points. Meanwhile, Orlando seeks to halt a three-game road losing streak after falling to Milwaukee. Key players’ availability, including Franz Wagner for Orlando and Joel Embiid and Kyle Lowry for Philadelphia, could be crucial in this matchup.
PICK – PHILADELPHIA -6.5
CHICAGO @ WASHINGTON
TEAM TRENDS
- The Bulls didn’t beat the spread in their last 7 games after a win.
- 5 of the Wizards’ last 6 games had total points Overs.
- The Bulls lost 4 of their last 5 games against teams with a losing record.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| CHI | 38 | 42 | 20-21 | 18-21 |
| WAS | 15 | 65 | 7-33 | 8-32 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| CHI | 112.0 | 113.5 | -1.5 | 225.5 |
| WAS | 113.5 | 122.9 | -9.4 | 236.4 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| CHI | OVER | CHI |
| +2.0 | 223.0 | 129-127 |
In a back-to-back, Chicago (9th seed) visit the Wizards at Capital One Arena on Friday. This third season meeting follows a split at United Center. Recently, the Wizards lost 130-121 to Minnesota, despite Corey Kispert’s 25 points.
They’ve lost 7 of their last 8 games. Meanwhile, Chicago defeated Detroit 127-105, with DeMar DeRozan scoring 39 points and Nikola Vucevic adding 27 points and 11 rebounds. Kyle Kuzma is out for Washington, and Jordan Poole is questionable.
PICK – CHICAGO +2.0
CHARLOTTE @ BOSTON
TEAM TRENDS
- The Celtics won 23 of their last 24 home games against Eastern teams.
- The Hornets’ last 7 games against Eastern teams had total points Overs.
- The Celtics didn’t beat the spread in their last 4 games.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| CHA | 20 | 60 | 11-30 | 9-30 |
| BOS | 62 | 18 | 35-4 | 27-14 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| CHA | 106.5 | 116.7 | -10.2 | 223.2 |
| BOS | 120.3 | 109.2 | +11.1 | 229.5 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| BOS | OVER | BOS |
| -7.0 | 217.5 | 131-98 |
At the extremes of the East, the Hornets face the Celtics at TD Garden on Friday night. Their season series is tied 1-1 after two games at Spectrum Center. The Celtics recently lost 118-109 to New York, ending a 13-game home win streak.
Conversely, Charlotte overcame an 18-point deficit to beat Atlanta 115-114, thanks to Brandon Miller’s 27 points. This win ended a four-game road loss streak for the Hornets. With the playoffs approaching and the Celtics secure as the first seed, their lineup choice for Friday’s game is uncertain.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Brandon Miller has 21+ points in 4 of the Hornets’ last 5 games.
PICK – BOSTON -7.0
INDIANA @ CLEVELAND
TEAM TRENDS
- The Pacers have won 4 of their last 5 games as underdogs.
- The Pacers have beaten the spread in 7 of their last 8 games as underdogs against Central teams.
- 6 of the Cavaliers’ last 7 home games had total points Overs.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| IND | 46 | 34 | 25-15 | 21-19 |
| CLE | 47 | 33 | 25-14 | 22-19 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| IND | 122.9 | 120.2 | +2.7 | 243.1 |
| CLE | 112.5 | 110.0 | +2.5 | 222.5 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| CLE | UNDER | CLE |
| -2.0 | 232.5 | 129-120 |
PLAYER TRENDS
- Donovan Mitchell scored 28+ points in 9 of his last 10 games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
- Caris LeVert had 5+ assists in 7 of his last 8 home games.
- Obi Toppin scored 13+ points in each of the Pacers’ last 5 games.
- Caris LeVert scored 18+ points in each of the Cavaliers’ last 3 games.
- Tyrese Haliburton had 11+ assists in each of his last 4 games against the Cavaliers.
- Darius Garland had 9+ assists in each of the Cavaliers’ last 4 home games. Evan Mobley recorded a double-double in each of his last 4 games against the Pacers.
- Myles Turner had 9+ rebounds in 6 of his last 7 games against the Cavaliers.
- Aaron Nesmith scored 14+ points in each of the Pacers’ last 3 road games against the Cavaliers.
PICK – UNDER 232.5 TOTAL PTS
BROOKLYN @ NEW YORK
TEAM TRENDS
- The Knicks have won 14 of their last 15 home games against teams with a losing record.
- The Nets haven’t beaten the spread in 7 of their last 8 games after a win.
- 9 of the Knicks’ last 10 games had total points Overs.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| BKN | 32 | 48 | 20-21 | 12-27 |
| NY | 48 | 32 | 25-14 | 23-18 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| BKN | 110.7 | 113.4 | -2.7 | 224.1 |
| NY | 112.7 | 108.1 | +4.6 | 220.8 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| NY | OVER | NY |
| -10.5 | 211.5 | 111-107 |
In a back-to-back, the Knicks face the cross-town rival Nets at Madison Square Garden on Friday, aiming for the Eastern Conference’s second seed. The Knicks lead the season series 3-0 and have a five-game win streak against the Nets. Recently, they beat Boston 118-109, with Jalen Brunson scoring 39 points.
The Knicks are on an 11-game win streak when Brunson hits 6+ three-pointers. The Nets, coming off a 106-102 win against Toronto, courtesy of Dennis Schroder’s 21 points, have won 6 of their last 7 conference games. Cameron Johnson’s participation for the Nets is uncertain.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Jalen Brunson scored 35+ points in each of the Knicks’ last 5 games.
- Josh Hart had 11+ rebounds in 5 of the Knicks’ last 6 home games.
- Josh Hart had 7+ assists in 5 of the Knicks’ last 6 games as favorites.
PICK – OVER 211.5 TOTAL PTS
LA LAKERS @ MEMPHIS
TEAM TRENDS
- The Lakers have won their last 8 games as favs.
- The Grizzlies’ last 5 games have had total points Unders.
- The Lakers have beaten the spread in 5 of their last 6 games as favs against the Grizzlies.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| LAL | 45 | 35 | 28-14 | 17-21 |
| MEM | 27 | 53 | 9-30 | 18-23 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| LAL | 117.9 | 117.5 | +0.4 | 235.4 |
| MEM | 105.6 | 112.5 | -6.9 | 218.1 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| LAL | UNDER | LAL |
| -15.5 | 225.5 | 123-120 |
The Los Angeles Lakers, leading 2-1 in the season series, face the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on Friday. The Lakers won their last match 136-124 on March 27. Memphis, with three consecutive losses, recently lost 110-98 to Cleveland, highlighted by Jake LaRavia’s career-high 32 points.
The Lakers lost 134-120 to Golden State, despite LeBron James’ 33 points and Austin Reaves’ 22 points, missing Anthony Davis (probable). This was the Lakers’ third loss in their last 12 games. LeBron James is questionable for this upcoming game.
PLAYER TRENDS
- LeBron James had 9+ rebounds in 11 of his last 13 games against the Grizzlies.
- Austin Reaves had 6+ rebounds in 4 of the Lakers’ last 5 games against the Grizzlies.
- Rui Hachimura scored 20+ points in each of the Lakers’ last 3 games against Western teams.
- D’Angelo Russell scored 23+ points in each of his last 3 games against the Grizzlies.
PICK – UNDER 225.5 TOTAL PTS
TORONTO @ MIAMI
TEAM TRENDS
- The Raptors have lost 17 of their last 19 games.
- 7 of the Heat’s last 8 games had total points Overs.
- The Heat have beaten the spread in 6 of their last 7 games as favs.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| TOR | 25 | 55 | 14-27 | 11-28 |
| MIA | 44 | 36 | 20-19 | 24-17 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| TOR | 112.6 | 118.7 | -6.1 | 231.3 |
| MIA | 109.9 | 108.5 | +1.4 | 218.4 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| MIA | OVER | MIA |
| -14.5 | 218.0 | 125-103 |
The Raptors and Heat, tied 1-1 in their season series, clash again at Kaseya Center on Friday night. The Heat, recently defeated 111-92 by Dallas, are 2.0 games from the sixth seed, with Bam Adebayo struggling at 3-13 shooting. Toronto lost 106-102 to Brooklyn, despite Immanuel Quickley’s season-high 32 points.
The Raptors are facing a challenging phase, losing 17 of their last 19 games. Toronto’s lineup uncertainties include Gary Trent Jr. and Bruce Brown, while Miami’s Terry Rozier is also questionable.
PICK – OVER 218.0 TOTAL PTS
ATLANTA @ MINNESOTA
TEAM TRENDS
- The Timberwolves have won 11 of their last 12 games against teams with a losing record.
- The Hawks have beaten the spread in 7 of their last 8 games against the Timberwolves.
- The last 5 games between the Hawks and Timberwolves had total points Overs.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| ATL | 36 | 44 | 21-20 | 15-24 |
| MIN | 55 | 25 | 29-10 | 26-15 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| ATL | 118.5 | 120.2 | -1.7 | 238.7 |
| MIN | 113.1 | 106.3 | +6.8 | 219.4 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| ATL | OVER | MIN |
| +13.5 | 227.0 | 109-106 |
Chasing the West’s top seed, Minnesota host the Hawks at Target Center on Friday. The Hawks lead the season series 1-0 after a 127-113 win, propelled by Dejounte Murray’s 41 points. Minnesota, recently defeated 116-107 by Denver, aims to bolster their 6-1 home game record.
Atlanta, losing four straight, recently dropped a game 115-114 to Charlotte. Karl-Anthony Towns returns for Minnesota after an 18-game hiatus. With the 10th seed secure, Atlanta’s Murray and Clint Capela are questionable, and Jalen Johnson is out for three weeks, impacting the Hawks’ lineup.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Mike Conley scored 13+ points in 7 of his last 8 home games.
- Mike Conley made 3+ three-pointers in each of his last 3 home games.
- Rudy Gobert recorded 15+ rebounds in each of the Timberwolves’ last 3 games.
- Anthony Edwards scored 31+ points in each of his last 2 games against the Hawks.
PICK – OVER 227.0 TOTAL PTS
MILWAUKEE @ OKLAHOMA CITY
TEAM TRENDS
- The Thunder haven’t beaten the spread in their last 6 games against Eastern teams.
- The Thunder have won 21 of their last 24 home games.
- 8 of the Bucks’ last 9 games as road underdogs had total points Unders.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| MIL | 49 | 31 | 31-11 | 18-20 |
| OKC | 55 | 25 | 31-8 | 24-17 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| MIL | 119.5 | 116.3 | +3.2 | 235.8 |
| OKC | 119.8 | 113.1 | +6.7 | 232.9 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| MIL | UNDER | OKC |
| +14.0 | 223.5 | 125-107 |
Meeting for the second time this season, the Bucks visit the Thunder at Paycom Center on Friday. The Bucks, leading the series with a 118-93 win and a six-game streak against the Thunder, face an OKC team that recently demolished San Antonio 127-89, thanks to Josh Giddey’s 20 points and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 26 points. OKC boasts a 21-3 home game record lately.
Milwaukee, overcoming Orlando 117-99, featured Bobby Portis’ 30 points on 14-18 shooting and Damian Lillard’s 29 points, despite missing Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks excel when Portis hits 25+ points, going 8-1. Lillard is doubtful for the game.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30+ points in each of his last 17 home games against teams with a winning record.
- Josh Giddey scored 16+ points in 5 of the Thunder’s last 6 games as favs.
- Josh Giddey recorded a double-double in 3 of the Thunder’s last 4 games.
PICK – UNDER 223.5 TOTAL PTS
DENVER @ SAN ANTONIO
TEAM TRENDS
- The Nuggets have won their last 13 games against teams with a losing record.
- The Spurs have beaten the spread in 6 of their last 7 games against Western teams.
- 4 of the Spurs’ last 5 home games had total points Overs.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| DEN | 56 | 24 | 33-8 | 23-16 |
| SAS | 20 | 60 | 10-29 | 10-31 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| DEN | 114.7 | 109.4 | +5.3 | 224.1 |
| SAS | 111.9 | 118.9 | -7.0 | 230.8 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| SAS | OVER | SAS |
| +10.5 | 222.0 | 121-120 |
Eyeing the Western Conference’s top seed, the Nuggets face the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on Friday. Denver has dominated this season’s series 3-0. Recently, the Spurs lost 127-89 to Oklahoma City without Victor Wembanyama, marking an 8-10 record in games he missed.
Denver comes off a 116-107 win against Minnesota, powered by Nikola Jokic’s 41 points on 16-20 shooting. The Nuggets are 21-7 when Jokic hits 30+ points. Denver’s regular starters are all probable for this matchup.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored 10+ points in his last 8 games against the Spurs at Frost Bank Center.
- Nikola Jokic scored 31+ points in the Nuggets’ last 4 games against the Spurs.
- Victor Wembanyama had 6+ assists in each of his last 4 games.
- Tre Jones had 7+ assists in 6 of the Spurs’ last 7 games against the Nuggets.
- Victor Wembanyama recorded a double-double in 15 of his last 18 games at Frost Bank Center.
- Victor Wembanyama scored 32+ points in each of the Spurs’ last 3 home games.
- Michael Porter Jr. had 7+ rebounds in each of the Nuggets’ last 3 games against the Spurs.
PICK – OVER 222.0 TOTAL PTS
DETROIT @ DALLAS
TEAM TRENDS
- The Pistons have lost their last 19 games against teams with a winning record.
- The Mavs have beaten the spread in their last 7 home games.
- The Mavs’ last 6 games against teams on the second leg of a back-to-back had total points Unders.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| DET | 13 | 67 | 7-33 | 6-34 |
| DAL | 50 | 30 | 25-15 | 25-15 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| DET | 110.1 | 119.3 | -9.2 | 229.4 |
| DAL | 118.6 | 115.5 | +3.1 | 234.1 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| DAL | OVER | DET |
| -13.5 | 217.5 | 107-89 |
Facing off at American Airlines Center, the Pistons and Mavericks clash for the second time this season; Dallas won the first encounter 142-124. Recently, Dallas overcame Miami 111-92, thanks to Luka Doncic’s near triple-double and Kyrie Irving’s 25 points, extending their win streak to 6 against the East.
With the playoffs approaching and a series against the Clippers confirmed, Doncic is questionable and Irving will sit out Friday’s game. Detroit, meanwhile, is on an eight-game losing streak without Cade Cunningham, including a recent 127-105 defeat by Chicago, dragging their season record down to 13-67.
PLAYER TRENDS
- TBA
PICK – OVER 217.5 TOTAL PTS
NEW ORLEANS @ GOLDEN STATE
TEAM TRENDS
- The road team has won each of the Pelicans’ last 7 games.
- The Pelicans have beaten the spread in their last 4 games on the second leg of a back-to-back against Western teams.
- 11 of the last 15 games between the Pelicans and Warriors had total points Unders.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| NOR | 48 | 32 | 21-18 | 27-14 |
| GSW | 45 | 35 | 20-19 | 25-16 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| NOR | 115.2 | 110.5 | +4.7 | 225.7 |
| GSW | 117.8 | 115.2 | +2.6 | 233.0 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| NOR | OVER | NOR |
| +4.5 | 222.5 | 114-109 |
Separated by 3.0 games in the West, the New Orleans Pelicans visit the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on Friday. Despite home losses earlier in the season, the Warriors recently bested Portland 100-92, securing their ninth win in the last 10 games to rise to ninth place.
The Pelicans, coming off a 135-123 victory over Sacramento, were led by Zion Williamson and C.J. McCollum, each scoring 31 points, and Trey Murphy III adding 27. New Orleans maintains a 14-game winning streak when Murphy hits 25+ points, positioning them 1.0 game above the seventh-seeded Suns.
PLAYER STATS
- TBA
PICK – NEW ORLEANS +4.5
HOUSTON @ PORTLAND
TEAM TRENDS
- The Trail Blazers have lost their last 12 home games against Western teams.
- The Rockets’ last 7 games had total points Overs.
- The Rockets have beaten the spread in 4 of their last 5 road games after a loss.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| HOU | 39 | 41 | 27-14 | 12-27 |
| POR | 21 | 59 | 11-29 | 10-30 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| HOU | 114.3 | 113.4 | +0.9 | 227.7 |
| POR | 106.7 | 115.3 | -8.6 | 222.0 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| HOU | OVER | HOU |
| -5.5 | 216.5 | 116-107 |
In a back-to-back, the Rockets and Portland meet for their season’s penultimate game at Moda Center on Friday. Houston leads the series 2-1, having won 110-92 last on March 25. Recently, Portland lost 100-92 to Golden State, with Deandre Ayton scoring 25 points and Jabari Walker adding 17 points and 16 rebounds.
This marks Portland’s 12th consecutive home loss in conference games. Houston, meanwhile, fell 124-121 to Utah despite Fred VanVleet’s season-high 42 points and nine three-pointers. The Rockets are on a five-game losing streak in conference play.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Scoot Henderson had 10+ assists in 3 of the Trail Blazers’ last 4 home games.
- Deandre Ayton had 13+ rebounds in 5 of his last 7 home games.
PICK – HOUSTON -5.5
UTAH @ LA CLIPPERS
TEAM TRENDS
- The Jazz have lost their last 24 road games against Western teams with a winning record.
- The Clippers’ last 9 games against teams on the second leg of a back-to-back had total points Overs.
- The Clippers have beaten the spread in 7 of their last 8 home games against the Jazz.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| UTA | 30 | 50 | 21-20 | 9-30 |
| LAC | 51 | 29 | 25-14 | 26-15 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| UTA | 115.7 | 120.7 | -5.0 | 236.4 |
| LAC | 115.8 | 112.3 | +3.5 | 228.1 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| UTA | OVER | UTA |
| +15.5 | 223.5 | 110-109 |
In a back-to-back scenario, the Utah Jazz head to Crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night. The season series is currently 2-1 in favor of the Clippers, following a 131-102 victory last Friday.
Despite Bones Hyland’s career-high 37 points and season-high six three-pointers, the Clippers recently lost 124-108 to Phoenix, with key players including Kawhi Leonard out and James Harden questionable. This loss is part of a pattern, with the Clippers dropping 6 of their last 9 home games. Conversely, the Jazz, coming off a 124-121 win over Houston, broke a 13-game losing streak.
PICK – OVER 223.5 TOTAL PTS
PHOENIX @ SACRAMENTO
TEAM TRENDS
- The Suns haven’t beaten the spread in 7 of their last 8 road games after a win.
- The Kings have won their last 4 games against Pacific teams.
- The Kings’ last 4 games on the second leg of a back-to-back had total points Unders.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| PHX | 47 | 33 | 25-16 | 22-17 |
| SAC | 45 | 35 | 23-16 | 22-19 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| PHX | 116.2 | 113.4 | +2.8 | 229.6 |
| SAC | 116.6 | 115.3 | +1.3 | 231.9 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| SAC | OVER | PHX |
| +4.5 | 224.0 | 108-107 |
The Suns and Kings, evenly matched with two wins each this season, vie for better playoff positioning at Golden 1 Center on Friday. Sacramento’s recent 135-123 loss to New Orleans, despite De’Aaron Fox’s 33 points, leaves them 2.0 games behind the Suns. Phoenix, coming off a 124-108 victory over the Clippers, was led by Devin Booker’s 37 points.
The trio of Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal, combining for 75+ points, has propelled the Suns to a 13-2 record in their last 15 games, positioning them just 1.0 game behind the Pelicans. This fifth meeting is pivotal for postseason seeding.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Kevin Durant 27+ points in each of his last 10 games against the Kings.
- Bradley Beal 19+ points in 10 of his 11 previous road games against the Kings.
- Domantas Sabonis had 15+ rebounds in each of the Kings’ last 5 games against Pacific opponents.
PICK – OVER 224.0 TOTAL PTS
