2023 NBA Mar 12 Betting Predictions
The NBA season continues on Tuesday with a 6-game slate, headlined by the Cavs hosting the Suns.
Phoenix Suns (37-27) at Cleveland Cavaliers (41-23)
So, the Suns took a bit of a hit, losing by 10 points to the Celtics on Sunday on their home court. But it's not all doom and gloom - before that, they were on fire, winning the two games before that. Can we talk about Kevin Durant, though? The guy scored a whopping 45 points and that's no small feat, even in the face of the L. When it comes to hitting the road, they're sitting at a 5-5 record in the last 10 games, but the good news is they managed to snatch victory in the last 2 away games. Now, here's one injury to monitor - Booker's status is up in the air due to an ankle, especially since he sat out the last 4 games.
The Cavs are dealing with a tough back-to-back situation after getting smacked 120-101 by the Nets on Monday right in their own backyard. To make matters worse, they're dealing with a bunch of injury headaches. Donovan Mitchell, Garland and Strus? All question marks. And let's not forget about Mobley, who's already sidelined. They've been having a tough time finding the net lately, scoring just 103.6 points on average in their last 5 games. At home, they're sitting at an even 5-5 record in their last 10 outings. It's been a bit of a rollercoaster, to say the least.
Phoenix has been on a streak where the total has gone under in all of their last ten games. In five out of their last six road games, the total has also stayed under. Even when they're playing on the road against Cleveland, the total has gone under in ten out of their last thirteen matchups. On the flip side, Cleveland's been hitting the under in four out of their last six games.
Stadium Record
Cleveland are 5-5 in their last 10 at home. Phoenix are 2-2 in the last 4.
Head to Head Record
It's tied 5-5 in the last 10 meetings.
Best Bet
Golden State Warriors (33-30) at San Antonio Spurs (14-50)
The Warriors are in a bit of a rough patch, dropping their last two games, with a particularly painful 13-point loss against the Spurs last Sunday. To add to their woes, they won't have the magic of Steph Curry in this matchup. Plus, Draymond Green and Moody are both up in the air, their status questionable. But let's look on the bright side - when they're away from home sweet San Fran, they've been killing it with an impressive 8-2 record. So maybe there's some hope without Curry.
Last Sunday was a real victory lap with a solid 13-point win over the Warriors on their own turf. Wemby was on fire, racking up an impressive 7 blocks in that Warriors game, while Tre Jones has been dishing out dime after dime with 10+ assists in his last 2 games. But they've gotta tighten things up when they're playing in front of their home crowd - they're sitting at just 4-6 in their last 10 home games. And to add a little suspense to the mix, Devin Vassell's nursing an injury, so his status for the upcoming games is up in the air.
In 8 of Golden State's last 10 games, the total has gone under, while in 8 of their last 9 games on the road, the total has also gone under and in San Antonio's last 8 home games, the total has gone under 7 times.
Stadium Record
San Antonio are 4-6 in their last 10 at home. Golden State has won 4 of their last 5 at this venue.
Head to Head Record
In the last 10, the Warriors are 7-3.
Best Bet
Boston Celtics (49-14) at Portland Trail Blazers (18-45)
They finally broke that annoying 2-game losing streak with a solid 10-point victory over the Suns last Sunday. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown were on fire, leading the charge with 29 and 27 points respectively. While they've been rocking it at home in this one, boasting an impressive record, they've also been killing it on the road with an 8-2 record in their last 10 away games. Here's the plot twist - Tatum, Brown, White and Holiday are all question marks for the next game and Porzingis is already out. So, the Celtics might take this chance to rest their starters against a team that's still finding its footing, especially with another game coming up soon. It could be a smart move to give their stars some well-deserved rest.
They're really itching to snap that pesky 4-game losing streak they've been dealing with. The struggle was real on Sunday, scoring a measly 84 points in a painful 9-point loss against the Pels right in their own backyard. Jerami Grant tried to keep the flame burning with a respectable 24 points, but alas, it wasn't enough. Adding insult to injury, Brogdon won't be able to suit up against his former team for this showdown. Grant's status is hanging by a thread too. It's been a rough ride at home lately, sitting at a dismal 1-9 in their last 10 home games. Maybe this could be the game where they turn things around.
In five out of Portland's last six games, the total has gone over and in seven out of their last eight games against Boston, the total has also gone over.
Stadium Record
Portland hold a 1-4 record in their last 5 home games. Boston has won 4 straight in Portland.
Head to Head Record
The Celtics are 6-4 in the last 10.
Best Bet
