NBA Previews

Detroit Pistons vs Utah Jazz Picks and Predictions – December 26 The Detroit Pistons travel to Salt Lake City to face the Utah Jazz on Friday night at the Delta Center, with tipoff set for December 26. This is one of those late-December matchups where the betting angle matters more than the name value, especially with a large spread and

Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Picks and Predictions – December 26 The Phoenix Suns head to New Orleans on Friday night to take on the Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, with tipoff set for December 26. This is one of the more interesting late-December matchups on the board, especially from a betting perspective, because the total is high

Los Angeles Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers Picks and Predictions – December 26 The Los Angeles Clippers head to the Moda Center on Friday night to face the Portland Trail Blazers, with tipoff scheduled for December 26. This is a matchup that sits right in the gray area for bettors, where small edges matter more than headline narratives. Understanding fundamentals

Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Picks and Predictions – December 26 The Boston Celtics travel to Indianapolis on Friday night to face the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with tipoff set for December 26. This is a quick rematch after Boston stormed back from a massive deficit earlier this week, and it highlighted the gap between these teams right now.

Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic Picks and Predictions – December 26 The Orlando Magic host the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night at the Kia Center, with tipoff set for December 26. This is the type of matchup where understanding pricing and market context matters, especially if you’re deciding between spread, moneyline, or totals. If you want a quick refresher on

Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview Chicago returns home with momentum and confidence. The Bulls have won four straight after rallying twice in Atlanta, including a comeback from an 18-point deficit Tuesday. Ball movement and playmaking have stabilized the offense, and the return of multiple rotation pieces has added size and versatility. Josh Giddey continues to drive the surge.

Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards Betting Preview Toronto closes a three-game road trip with a favorable spot against Washington. The Raptors remain near the top of the Eastern Conference standings despite recent inconsistency, and Tuesday’s 112-91 win in Miami showed what this group looks like when it defends with focus. Holding opponents under 100 points has been rare this season,

Milwaukee Bucks vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview Milwaukee finally broke through on the road Tuesday, snapping an eight-game road losing streak with a 111-94 win in Indiana. The Bucks did it without Giannis Antetokounmpo, leaning instead on balance, effort, and improved defensive execution. Kevin Porter Jr. led the way with 24 points, while Milwaukee looked more connected on both ends.

Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview Denver closes the NBA’s Christmas slate at home, but the spotlight is dimmed by another injury blow. Cameron Johnson went down Tuesday night in Dallas and will miss time with a right knee bone bruise. That leaves the Nuggets without three opening-night starters as they prepare to face a Minnesota team surging at