The NBA season is in full-swing, with teams battling it out for regular season playoff places, including some surprise pace-setters emerging from the pack.
The in-season NBA Cup tournament also reached its conclusion last month, with tournament MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the Milwaukee Bucks to the win.
As always, the games come thick and fast throughout the grueling NBA season, but we’ve picked out a few as tips for an acca that you might find helpful. For the best betting online, join betFIRST. We’ve got a bet to suit you, with loads of sports markets to choose from, and new customers can get a special Welcome Offer to help settle them in.
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Cleveland to beat Dallas @ 1.37
The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to continue their impressive run against Western Conference teams on Friday night as they wrap up a four-game road trip against the Dallas Mavericks.
The red-hot Cavaliers secured their eighth consecutive double-digit win with a commanding 122-100 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. This emphatic performance took their record against Western Conference opposition to a perfect 9-0.
While Cleveland looks set to finish their road trip unbeaten, the Mavericks have stumbled. They have dropped the final three games of their four-match stint, though they have been without superstar Luka Doncic, who is expected to remain sidelined for at least another month.Houston-born Quentin Grimes provided a bright spot for Dallas with 17 points off the bench during their 110-99 loss to the Rockets on Wednesday.
Oklahoma to beat New York @ 1.55
The New York Knicks are gearing up to maintain their strong form as they face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night. The Knicks have been riding a wave of momentum, securing convincing wins in their last three outings. Their recent 112-95 triumph over the Utah Jazz showcased their defensive intensity and offensive balance, with standout performances across the board.
Meanwhile, the Thunder are coming off the back of a victory over the Clippers on Thursday, with the game ending 116-98. Oklahoma City are on a franchise record-breaking winning streak of 13 games, once again proving their credentials as potential NBA Champions for a second consecutive year.
All eyes will be on Jalen Brunson, who has been the driving force behind the Knicks’ recent success that currently sees them on a 9-game win streak. Brunson is averaging 24.5 points and 6.8 assists over the last four games, while for the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains the key player, delivering an impressive 29 points and eight assists against the Clippers, putting his name in the conversation for the MVP of the regular season.
Celtics to beat Houston @ 1.71
The in-form Celtics secured their seventh consecutive victory with a close-fought 118-115 win over the Timberwolves. The result improved Boston’s already stellar record against Western Conference opponents, showcasing their depth and relentless play on both ends of the court.
Meanwhile, the Rockets have struggled for consistency, dropping three of their last four games. In their most recent outing, Houston earned a gritty 110-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Jalen Green was a standout performer for the Rockets in that win, posting 25 points and energising his team in crucial moments. For Boston, Jayson Tatum continues to lead the charge, averaging over 30 points per game during their winning streak. With Jaylen Brown providing excellent support, the Celtics aim to maintain their position as one of the league’s top teams.
Victor Wembanyama – 5+ Points, 5+ Rebounds, 5+ Assists, 5+ Steals, 5+ Blocks @ 56.00
San Antonio travel to Denver for a clash on Friday night, followed by a rematch on Saturday evening in Texas. Victor Wembanyama leads the team in scoring with an impressive average of 25.6 points per game, alongside 10.0 rebounds. His 3.9 blocks per game are unmatched in the NBA, with a margin of more than one block per contest over his nearest competitor.
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