NBA Previews

Washington Wizards vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview Washington enters Friday showing real progress, even as it waits to integrate Trae Young. The Wizards have gone 9-11 after a 1-15 start and have won five of their last eight games. The young core continues to play with pace and confidence, and Brian Keefe said the focus has narrowed to winning

Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets Betting Preview Atlanta begins a new chapter Friday night in Denver. The Hawks open a four-game Western Conference trip days after moving on from Trae Young, shifting the offense toward Jalen Johnson and a reshaped supporting cast that now includes CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. Young’s absence has already forced Atlanta to adapt, and this

Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics Betting Preview Toronto arrives in Boston with momentum and a chance to climb into a tie near the top of the Eastern Conference. The Raptors have won five of six and are coming off a dramatic 97-96 win over Charlotte, capped by Immanuel Quickley’s buzzer-beating three. Toronto erased a double-digit fourth-quarter deficit and found rhythm

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview Oklahoma City brings remarkable consistency into Memphis. The Thunder have beaten the Grizzlies 15 straight times, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains the constant driver regardless of circumstances. He poured in 46 points in an overtime win over Utah on Wednesday, carrying a short-handed Thunder roster through pressure moments. Memphis continues to search for

Brooklyn Nets vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview Brooklyn returns home encouraged despite a crushing loss in Orlando. Rookie Egor Demin erupted late, scoring 18 points in the final minutes of regulation and overtime, nearly dragging the Nets back from an 18-point hole. His shooting confidence continues to grow, and Brooklyn’s offense has looked far more dynamic during its recent

New York Knicks vs Phoenix Suns Betting Preview New York opens its Western Conference swing with renewed confidence after snapping a four-game skid. The Knicks closed strong against the Clippers on Wednesday, controlling the second half behind Jalen Brunson and a sharper defensive effort. Mike Brown said the losing streak forced adjustments, and the response showed in ball movement and

Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings Betting Preview Golden State continues its homestand leaning on veteran stability. Al Horford and De’Anthony Melton delivered against Milwaukee, giving Steve Kerr a deeper, steadier rotation. Horford’s rebounding and playmaking steadied second units, while Melton’s shooting opened the floor. Kerr is ready to extend both players’ minutes as health allows. Sacramento arrives searching for

Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview Houston and Portland meet again after one of the strangest finishes of the season. The Trail Blazers escaped Wednesday with a 103-102 win after a last-second tip-in by Tari Eason was overturned on review. The Rockets dominated the glass and generated open looks, but poor shooting cost them a chance to steal

Los Angeles Lakers vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview Los Angeles returns home still navigating availability issues as it prepares for a marquee matchup with Milwaukee. Luka Doncic continues to shoulder a massive load, posting a 38-point triple-double in a loss at San Antonio, but the Lakers remain short-handed with LeBron James sitting on the second night of a back-to-back and