When looking over Wednesday’s NBA schedule, a few games will pique the interest of bettors. Particularly, some point totals will stand out for both over and under purposes.
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Here are three NBA totals to consider for Wednesday’s NBA action.
Brooklyn Nets at Indiana Pacers Picks
Nets vs. Pacers Betting Report
Best Bet: Over 232.5 Points
In this Eastern Conference battle, there should be plenty of points. Taking the over in the matchup between the Nets and Pacers will be the way to go.
It goes without saying that the Nets know how to score. Brooklyn is first in offensive efficiency, first in field-goal percentage, and second in three-point percentage. The Nets also can’t defend very well, which should mean the Pacers’ 18th-ranked offense should see a slight improvement.
The Nets have won five in a row, averaging just shy of 119 points per game in those wins. Meanwhile, the Pacers have won just once in four games and twice over their last nine contests.
Chances are, Brooklyn is able to keep it rolling and put up lots of offense against a struggling bunch.
The last time these teams played, just 198 points were scored. However, James Harden and Kyrie Irving, along with Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon, combined to shoot 24-for-67 in the game, just 35 percent. It’s fair to expect those performances to improve and for this game to hit the over.
Milwaukee Bucks at Philadelphia 76ers Picks
Bucks vs. 76ers Betting Report
Best Bet: Under 236 Points
Two first-place teams are facing off in Philadelphia, as both the Bucks and 76ers carry sizable winning streaks. However, look for these strong teams to keep things tight and, more importantly, low-scoring.
These are two more-than-competent teams on offense, but each plays great defense as well. The Sixers have the second-best defensive rating in the NBA, while the Bucks are also in the top 10. Each of them also ranks inside the top 10 in steals per game and can rebound well on the defensive end.
Philadelphia will be short-handed again, playing without MVP candidate and leading scorer Joel Embiid. That will mean a guy like Tobias Harris will have to go through the reigning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year Giannis Antetokounmpo. That will certainly make things tougher for Philadelphia to score, which makes this game an attractive bet to go under.
Charlotte Hornets at Denver Nuggets Picks
Hornets vs. Nuggets Betting Report
Best Bet: Over 231
Like the Bucks and 76ers, both the Hornets and Nuggets are rolling heading into Wednesday. However, this battle of fifth-place teams is likely to hit the over.
The Hornets have won four games in a row, their longest winning streak of the season. However, they have still struggled against true playoff-caliber teams, allowing 130 points to the Warriors and 132 to the Jazz recently. Meanwhile, the Nuggets have won six of their last seven, four of those by double-digits.
Both Charlotte and Denver are in the top 10 in three-pointers made. In addition, the Nuggets are also sixth in true shooting percentage and fifth in offensive rating.
As well as the Hornets, led by star rookie LaMelo Ball, have been playing, they will likely not have an answer for Denver’s stars like Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.
Jokic, Murray, and Michael Porter Jr. will find ways to score against the Hornets, but don’t think Charlotte will be held too much in check either. Expect these teams to go over their projected total.