NBA Previews

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

Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Betting Preview Philadelphia opens a three-game road trip playing some of its most connected basketball of the season. The 76ers have won four of their last five, and the chemistry between Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George continues to improve. Embiid has played five straight games and looks more comfortable anchoring both ends. Orlando

Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte Hornets Picks and Predictions – January 8, 2026 The Indiana Pacers head to Spectrum Center to face the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Tipoff is set for 7:00 PM ET, and the early market has Charlotte favored by 3.5 at home. That number matters because it’s not just saying “Hornets win.” It’s saying Charlotte

Miami Heat vs Chicago Bulls Picks and Predictions – January 8, 2026 The Miami Heat head to the United Center to take on the Chicago Bulls on Thursday, January 8, 2026, with tipoff set for 8:00 PM ET. Miami enters this matchup as a 7-point road favorite (-7.0, -111) with a moneyline of -263, while the Bulls sit at +7.0