Predictions & Picks, NBA Best Bets for Tuesday, Nov 11
Summary
In a key Eastern Conference matchup, the Boston Celtics face the Philadelphia 76ers. The game features a scoring duel between Jaylen Brown (28.0 PPG) and Tyrese Maxey (33.2 PPG). The Celtics are coming off a win, while the 76ers have lost three of four, with Joel Embiid’s status uncertain. Recent trends favor Philadelphia against the spread, but Boston has won four of the last five head-to-head meetings. The prediction is for a close game, with the Celtics on the moneyline as the best bet.
The Golden State Warriors, with Stephen Curry expected back, begin a road trip against the dominant Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder are 10-1, boast the league’s best point differential, and are a perfect 4-0 at home. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads OKC, averaging 33.2 points. Despite Curry’s return, the Thunder’s strong form and Golden State’s poor road record against the spread make Oklahoma City giving seven points the recommended wager.
Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers 8:00 p.m. EST
| Spread | ML | Total | |
| Celtics | +2 (-110) | +118 | O232.5 (-110) |
| 76ers | -2 (-110) | -138 | U232.5 (-110) |
It’s a battle of two of the top ten leading scorers in the NBA as Jaylen Brown (seventh in NBA, 28.0 points per game) takes on Tyrese Maxey (second in league, 33.2) when the Celtics head to Philadelphia to take on the 76ers.
Boston Celtics (5-6)
The Boston Celtics are coming off a big win Sunday night against the Magic as Jaylen Brown scored 27 points, and Derrick White and Jordan Walsh both drained 3-pointers late in the game for a 111-107 win. Brown has been carrying this team in the absence of Jayson Tatum, who is out with an Achilles injury, averaging 28.0 points, 4.9 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game. White has been adding secondary scoring with 14.9 points, 3.5 rebounds and 5.1 assists and contributing defensively, with 2.0 steals per game, fourth best in the NBA. Another player who has fit in well has been Anfernee Simons who scored 25 points in 23 minutes against Orlando and is recording 15.0 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game this season.
Philadelphia 76ers (6-4)
The 76ers have struggled of late losing three of the last four including a 111-108 home loss to Detroit on Sunday. Tyrese Maxey scored 33 points while Andre Drummond had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the 76ers. Joel Embiid sat this game out and his status for the game vs. Boston is likely a game-time decision. Embiid has played in six of 10 games as he continues to recover from offseason left knee surgery. He is averaging 19.7 points and 5.5 rebounds in 23.3 minutes. Maxey leads the 76ers averaging 33.2 PPG, second best in the NBA while Kelly Oubre Jr. puts up 18.6 points, 5.3 boards, while Quentin Grimes posts 17.2 points, 4.1 boards and 4.4 assists per contest.
Recent Betting Trends
Boston is 4-8 ATS in its last 12 NBA games.
Celtics are 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games against Philadelphia.
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games against Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia’s last 6 games against Boston.
Philadelphia is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games at home.
Season series: Both teams have earned road wings against each other with both games ending in one point victories. Expect another tight matchup between these two conference foes.
Prediction: Based on their recent trends and their games against each other this season, we’ll take the points here in a game that may go down to the final possession. BEST BET: Celtics ML +118
Golden State Warriors vs. Oklahoma City Thunder 8:00 p.m. EST
| Spread | ML | Total | |
| Warriors | +7 (-110) | +234 | O228.5(-110) |
| Thunder | -7 (-110) | -285 | U228.5 (-110) |
Golden State Warriors (6-5)
The Golden State Warriors have been without superstar Stephen Curry for the last three games but should be good to go as the Warriors kick off a 6-game road trip against the defending champions.
- With Curry missing games of late, Jimmy Butler has been the main scorer and is averaging almost 19 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game.
- Jonathan Kuminga has contributed in a big way recording 15.1 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game.
- Veteran Draymond Green is putting up 8.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.8 assists and continues to be the leader of this team on the floor. He also shoots 45% from beyond the arc, averaging 1.8 treys per game.Â
Oklahoma City Thunder (10-1)
The Thunder just recently suffered their only loss this season and have been dominant at home with a perfect 4-0 record. OKC scores 122.9 points a game, fifth best in the league and allows the fewest points, just 108.8 per game.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sits 3rd overall in the NBA averaging 33.2 points a game and adding 5.2 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game. He’s been strong on the other end of the court with 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks per outing.Â
- Isaiah Hartenstein has been a big contributor – 13.4 points, 11.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists and is a sizzling 68.5% from the floor (third in NBA).
- Chet Holmgren is close to a double-double nightly averaging 19.1 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. He shoots 55% and leads the team with 1.3 blocks per.
- Cason Wallace only averages 9.2 points but leads the NBA in steals averaging 2.5 per game.Â
Recent Betting Trends
Golden State is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games.
The Warriors are 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games against Oklahoma City.
Golden State is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games on the road.
Oklahoma City is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Oklahoma City’s last 6 games.
The Thunder are 11-1 SU in its last 12 games.
Prediction: Despite the return of Curry, the Thunder are just on another level through the first month of the season. They have the biggest point differential in the NBA at 13.6 and can’t see anything changing at home Tuesday night. BEST BET: OKC -7 (-110)
