April 1 NBA tips are here as tonight’s slate delivers plenty of intrigue across the board. From in-form contenders extending streaks to underdogs looking to upset, there’s no shortage of betting angles to break down. Key player matchups, recent trends, and scheduling spots all come into play, making this a strong night for value. We’ve analysed every game to highlight the best opportunities, giving you a clear edge with our top NBA tips.
PHOENIX SUNS @ CHARLOTTE HORNETS
Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
Odds: PHX $2.70 / CHA $1.48
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| PHX | 42 | 34 | 24-15 | 18-19 |
| CHA | 40 | 36 | 19-19 | 21-17 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| PHX | 112.9 | 111.1 | +1.8 | 224.0 |
| CHA | 116.1 | 111.4 | +4.7 | 227.5 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| PHX | UNDER | CHA |
| +5.5 | 223.0 | 127-107 |
Team Trends
- Hornets have covered last 9 home games vs West teams
- Suns have lost 6 straight road games vs winning teams
- Hornets’ last 7 home games vs West teams have gone UNDER
Player Trends
- LaMelo Ball – 15+ points in last 12 home games as favourite
- LaMelo Ball – 6+ assists in last 3 vs Suns
- LaMelo Ball – 4+ threes in last 4 vs West teams
- Brandon Miller – 16+ points in 14 of last 15 home games vs winning teams
- Devin Booker – 31+ points in last 4 road games vs East teams
- Devin Booker – 8+ assists in last 4 vs Hornets
- Grayson Allen – 10+ points in last 28 games
Charlotte returns home in strong form, with LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller driving a consistent offence. Phoenix continues to struggle on the road despite Devin Booker’s scoring surge, making this a favourable spot for the Hornets.
PICK – UNDER 223.0 TOTAL POINTS
MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES @ DETROIT PISTONS
Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
Odds: MIN $2.25 / DET $1.67
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| MIN | 46 | 29 | 25-14 | 21-15 |
| DET | 55 | 21 | 29-9 | 25-12 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| MIN | 117.9 | 114.1 | +3.8 | 232.0 |
| DET | 117.5 | 109.6 | +7.9 | 227.1 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| DET | OVER | DET |
| -3.5 | 224.0 | 113-108 |
Team Trends
- Pistons have covered 8 of last 9 with a rest disadvantage
- Pistons have won 8 straight home games vs teams on first leg of a back-to-back
- Timberwolves’ last 7 of 8 games have gone UNDER
Player Trends
- Jalen Duren – 26+ points in last 3 home games
- Jalen Duren – 10+ rebounds in 7 of last 8 home games vs winning teams
- Daniss Jenkins – 8+ assists in 5 of last 6 home games
- Daniss Jenkins – 19+ points in last 5 home games
- Anthony Edwards – 25+ points in last 5 road games vs East teams
- Julius Randle – 6+ rebounds in last 16 vs Pistons
- Rudy Gobert – 12+ rebounds in 8 of last 9 games
Detroit returns home in strong form, with Jalen Duren dominating inside and consistent production from Daniss Jenkins driving their offence. Minnesota brings solid recent form and defensive trends, setting up a slower-paced contest with both teams leaning on their frontcourt presence.
PICK – DETROIT -3.5
LOS ANGELES LAKERS @ OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
Odds: LAL $3.70 / OKC $1.30
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| LAL | 50 | 26 | 26-12 | 24-14 |
| OKC | 60 | 16 | 32-6 | 28-9 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| LAL | 116.8 | 114.7 | +2.1 | 231.5 |
| OKC | 118.6 | 107.6 | +11.0 | 226.2 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| OKC | OVER | OKC |
| -9.0 | 230.0 | 139-96 |
Team Trends
- Thunder have won 10 straight home games
- Thunder have covered last 6 home games off OT
- Thunder have won 7 of last 8 first halves
- Lakers’ last 3 games as underdogs have gone OVER
Player Trends
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – 30+ points in 4 of last 5 home games vs Lakers
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – 6+ assists in 9 of last 10 vs Lakers
- Luka Doncic – 41+ points in last 3 games
- Luka Doncic – 9+ rebounds in last 6 games as underdog vs West teams
- LeBron James – 15+ points in last 33 road games vs West teams
- Austin Reaves – 15+ points in 15 of last 16 games
- Chet Holmgren – 9+ rebounds in 15 of last 16 home games
Oklahoma City returns home in dominant form, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading one of the league’s hottest teams. The Lakers arrive with strong scoring behind Luka Doncic, setting up a high-paced clash between two Western contenders.
PICK – OVER 230.0 TOTAL POINTS
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS @ GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
Odds: CLE $1.22 / GS $4.50
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| CLE | 47 | 29 | 24-14 | 23-15 |
| GS | 36 | 40 | 21-16 | 15-24 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| CLE | 119.3 | 115.3 | +4.0 | 234.6 |
| GS | 114.9 | 115.1 | -0.2 | 230.0 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| GS | OVER | CLE |
| +10.5 | 227.5 | 118-111 |
Team Trends
- Cavaliers have won 9 straight road games vs losing West teams
- Warriors have failed to cover last 7 home games
- Warriors’ last 4 games on B2B have gone OVER
Player Trends
- Donovan Mitchell – 27+ points in 4 of last 5 as favourite
- Donovan Mitchell – 3+ threes in 8 of last 9 road games vs Warriors
- James Harden – 8+ assists in 11 of last 13 as road favourite
- James Harden – 20+ points in 14 of last 16 vs Warriors
- Evan Mobley – 26+ points in 4 of last 5 as road favourite
- Jarrett Allen – 6+ rebounds in last 17 as road favourite
- Brandin Podziemski – 20+ points in 4 of last 5 games
Cleveland hits the road with strong trends backing them, while Golden State continues to struggle at home. With Donovan Mitchell and James Harden leading the way, the Cavaliers look well placed in a matchup that could turn into a high-scoring contest.
PICK – OVER 227.5 TOTAL POINTS
NEW ORLEANS PELICANS @ PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS
Moda Center, Portland, OR
Odds: NO $3.10 / POR $1.39
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| NO | 25 | 51 | 16-23 | 9-28 |
| POR | 39 | 38 | 21-17 | 18-21 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| NO | 115.1 | 119.5 | -4.4 | 234.6 |
| POR | 115.3 | 116.0 | -0.7 | 231.3 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| NO | OVER | POR |
| +6.5 | 232.0 | 118-106 |
Team Trends
- Pelicans have won 7 straight with rest advantage vs Blazers
- Trail Blazers’ last 7 of 8 home games vs West teams have gone OVER
- Pelicans have covered 8 of last 9 road games vs winning West teams
Player Trends
- Zion Williamson – 21+ points in last 4 road games
- Dejounte Murray – 20+ points in last 6 vs Blazers
- Dejounte Murray – 2+ threes in last 7 vs Blazers
- Trey Murphy III – 20+ points in last 5 vs Blazers
- Deni Avdija – 26+ points in 3 of last 4 vs Pelicans
- Jrue Holiday – 3+ threes in last 4 games
- Donovan Clingan – 15+ rebounds in last 4 home games
New Orleans looks to bounce back despite recent struggles, with strong trends in their favour in this matchup. Portland enters in solid form at home, setting up a high-scoring contest between two teams capable of putting up points quickly.
PICK – OVER 232.0 TOTAL POINTS
SAN ANTONIO SPURS @ LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Odds: SA $1.56 / LAC $2.50
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| SA | 58 | 18 | 29-7 | 28-11 |
| LAC | 39 | 37 | 21-16 | 18-21 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| SA | 119.6 | 111.3 | +8.3 | 230.9 |
| LAC | 113.9 | 112.5 | +1.4 | 226.4 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| SA | UNDER | SA |
| -4.0 | 231.0 | 118-99 |
Team Trends
- Spurs have won 10 straight games
- Spurs’ last 5 games on a B2B have gone OVER
- Spurs have won last 7 first halves on the road
- Clippers have covered 11 straight vs winning West teams
Player Trends
- Kawhi Leonard – 27+ points in 7 of last 8 home games
- Kawhi Leonard – 4+ assists in last 5 home games vs Spurs
- Darius Garland – 25+ points in last 6 as home underdog vs West teams
- Darius Garland – 6+ assists in 16 of last 17 home games
- De’Aaron Fox – 18+ points in last 6 vs Clippers
- Stephon Castle – 8+ assists in last 3 vs Clippers
- Keldon Johnson – 10+ points in last 9 B2B games
San Antonio enters red-hot, riding a dominant winning streak and thriving even on the second leg of back-to-backs. The Clippers, however, remain competitive at home, with Kawhi Leonard leading their charge, setting up a high-scoring clash between two in-form teams.
PICK – SAN ANTONIO -4.0
