We have NBA picks and predictions for Thursday, April 2nd, which features the Hawks vs. Magic, Celtics vs. Heat, and Spurs vs. Warriors.
Our picks include a best bet and NBA same game multi, and we’re looking forward to the NBA action this week.
Hawks vs. Magic Predictions
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Best Bet
The Hawks have played themselves into playoff contention with four wins from their last five games. They are one of the in-form teams in the NBA, and we’re picking them to beat the Magic on the road.
The Magic have three losses from their last five games, and injuries have made it harder for them. A lack of consistent lineups doesn’t help, and the Hawks could pounce as the road favourites.
We’re taking the Hawks to cover the –4.5 line, which could move to around –5.5 close to tip-off.
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Same Game Multi
Jalen Johnson has elevated his game since Trae Young was traded, and his value has risen significantly. We have him scoring over 24.5 points, as he continues to lead the Hawks in the scoring department.
Australia’s own Dyson Daniels averages 1.9 steals per game, which is an excellent number. He had two against the Celtics, and he should pick the pockets of the Magic players.
We have the Magic scoring around 110 points, so under 223.5 points is a good NBA same game multi bet pick.
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Celtics vs. Heat Predictions
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Best Bet
The Celtics are 9-0 in their last nine road games against the Heat, and they’re keen to avenge for a recent loss to the Hawks.
Pressure is on the Celtics to start playing their best basketball before the playoffs start, and improving their spot on the Eastern Conference ladder is important. Therefore, beating teams like the Heat is a big help.
With Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown on the roster, anything is possible for the Celtics and we have them covering the –5.5 spread on the road against a team they typically dominate.
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Same Game Multi
Jaylen Brown scored 31 points against Charlotte before adding 29 points against the Hawks, and he’s thriving on offence. His emotions have boiled over at times due to not getting foul calls, but he’s a reliable scorer for the Celtics. Bet on him to have over 27.5 points.
Bam Adebayo made headlines a few weeks ago when dropping 83 points, but we have him scoring under 19.5. His recent numbers haven’t been as impressive, and the Celtics’ defence is rock-solid.
Their defence is why we’re also including under 228.5 points in our NBA multi picks today.
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Spurs vs. Warriors Predictions
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Best Bet
There isn’t a lot going right for the Warriors, but there is a lot going right for the Spurs, who continued their lengthy winning streak against the Bulls with a 129-114 win.
They are going to be a force in the playoffs, and they will likely play the Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, which could be an epic series.
A team that won’t have much impact in the playoffs are the Warriors, who aren’t the same team when Steph Curry doesn’t play. The golden days are seemingly behind them, and the Spurs should put them to the sword by covering the –13.5 spread.
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Same Game Multi
Victor Wembanyama comes off a 41-point performance against the Bulls, but he might be given less minutes if the Spurs put up a big early lead. It happens often, and the 25.5-point line is slightly too high in this situation, so back the under.
The Spurs could get much of their scoring from De’Aaron Fox, who looks to end a rough four-game stretch, which resulted in only 47 points. He’s better than that, so we’re giving him another chance to show up.
Over 226.5 is worth including in NBA picks, as they combined for 239 points in their last meeting.
