2024/2025 NBA Mar 27 Betting Predictions
The NBA playoffs are getting closer so every game is crucial for the teams still in the hunt. On NBA Thursday, we have 3 key matchups that could shape the playoff standings in both conferences.
Los Angeles Lakers at Indiana Pacers
The Lakers are in a bit of a rough patch, dropping their last three games and going just 3-7 in their last 10. Their most recent loss came against the Magic, where they fell 106-118 on the road. LeBron James put up 24 points with 7 assists and 6 rebounds on 50% shooting, but it wasn’t enough to keep them in the game. Sitting fourth in the West at 43-28, they still haven’t secured a playoff spot, making every game crucial down the stretch. Can they get back on track against the Pacers, or will their struggles continue?
The Pacers are rolling right now, riding a five-game winning streak and looking sharp with a 7-3 record in their last 10. They’re coming off a solid 119-103 win over the Timberwolves, where Tyrese Haliburton dropped 24 points with 11 assists on 56.2% shooting, while Obi Toppin was incredibly efficient, scoring 20 points on 70% from the field. Sitting fourth in the East at 42-29, they haven’t locked in a playoff spot yet, but they’re trending in the right direction. With momentum on their side, can they keep the streak alive against a struggling Lakers squad?
Stadium Record
Indiana are 8-0 in their last 8 games at home. Los Angeles is 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games when playing on the road against Indiana.
Head to Head Record
The Pacers are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games when playing at home against the Lakers.
Best Bet
I'll be taking the Pacers as home underdogs. They've won their last 8 at home, covered in 7 of their last 8 at this venue against the Lakers and should be keen to continue their winning ways. The Lakers on the other hand are struggling to get going and have also lost their last 5 on the road.
Same Game Multi
The Pacers are playing great defence and the Under is 7-3 in their last 10, also 5-2 in the last 7 against LA.
Pacers WIN / Under 235.5 pts = $3.60
LA Clippers at New York Knicks
The Clippers have been one of the hottest teams in the West lately, going 8-2 in their last 10, but they’re coming off a loss and looking to bounce back. Sitting seventh in the conference at 40-31, they still haven’t locked in a playoff spot, so every game matters. They might not be on a hot streak right now, but with their recent form, they’re still a tough team to beat. Can they get back to winning ways against the Knicks?
The Knicks haven’t been in top form lately, going 4-6 in their last 10, but they’re coming off a strong 128-113 win over the Mavericks. OG Anunoby had a monster night with 35 points on 62.5% shooting, while Karl-Anthony Towns put up a triple-double with 26 points, 11 assists, and 12 rebounds. Sitting third in the East at 44-26, they haven’t locked in a playoff spot just yet, but they’re in a solid position. Can they build some momentum against the Clippers, or will their inconsistency catch up to them?
Stadium Record
New York are 24-11 at home this season. LA are 2-2 in their last 4 at MSG.
Head to Head Record
The Clippers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against the Knicks.
Best Bet
The Under has saluted in 10 of the last 15 games involving Knicks and it's also 4-2 in this matchup.
Same Game Multi
I like the Knicks to play well at home as they've won 6 of their last 7 at MSG.
Under 217.5 pts / Knicks WIN = $3.80
Milwaukee Bucks at Denver Nuggets
The Bucks have been up and down lately, going 4-6 in their last 10, and they’re coming off a tough 108-106 loss to the Suns. Giannis put up a strong performance with 31 points and 10 boards on 63.2% shooting, while Brook Lopez added 23 points and 10 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to get the win. Sitting fifth in the East at 40-31, they haven’t locked in a playoff spot yet, so every game counts. Can they bounce back against the Nuggets, or will their struggles continue?
The Nuggets have hit a bit of a rough patch, going 4-6 in their last 10, and they’re coming off a surprising 129-119 loss at home to the Bulls. Jamal Murray led the way with 28 points and 7 assists, while Peyton Watson had an efficient 24-point night on 66.7% shooting, but Denver couldn’t get the job done. Sitting third in the West at 45-28, they still haven’t clinched a playoff spot, so they’ll be looking to bounce back fast. Can they shake off their recent struggles and take down the Bucks?
Stadium Record
Denver are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 games at home. Milwaukee are 3-11 in their last 14 games when playing on the road against Denver.
Head to Head Record
In the last 5, the head-to-head is tied 5-5.
Best Bet
A few injuries to monitor with Jokic and Giannis questionable, Lillard and Portis are out too. So I'm going to take the Under with that in mind. The Under has a good trend in this matchup at 5-0 when these two teams play each other.
