The first Friday night in the NBA, and we are pushing the chips in on the table. Don’t worry, there is no hidden X-ray in this one. We’re betting on clean games and full participation from all involved parties. There are 12 games tonight, and two nationally televised games on Amazon Prime. A new installment, a new production crew, and a new experience in watching the NBA. Let’s take a look at the highlighted games and find the best bet from each.

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Prediction: Friday, 10/24

Game Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | TV: Prime | Location: Madison Square Garden | Odds: Knicks -5.5 | O/U 228.5 

  • Prediction: LADDER OG Anunoby Rebounds; 6+ (+124), 8+ (+430), 10+ (+1100) 1 Unit Each

One of Fantasy Alarm NBA Best Bets’ favorite types of bets makes its first appearance. A ladder prop bet. A ladder is multiple bets on a particular outcome. This outcome is on Anunoby’s rebounds. This is a three-teased-up prop with a unit each recommended. OG Anunoby is set for another heavy load against the New York Knicks’ rival. The Boston Celtics.

Anunoby played 37 minutes, produced 24 points, and had 14 rebounds against the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. The Boston Celtics do not have a strong defensive backcourt, and Anunoby is set for another great game. The Knicks have already declared Mitchell Robinson out, Josh Hart is once again questionable, and Karl-Anthony Towns played through a grade-2 hamstring strain. He is questionable for tonight’s game as well.

Look for Anunoby to attack the boards against a weak front court. In the process, he will give us over 16 units in profit. Count on it.

 

 

 

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers: Friday, 10/24

Game Time: 10:00 p.m. ET | TV: Prime | Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles | Odds: Timberwolves -2.5  | O/U 225.5

A rematch between the third and sixth seeds of the Western Conference playoffs takes place tonight. It is the second nationally televised game on Amazon Prime, and it is somewhat of a new-age rivalry. Anthony Edwards flaunted the series victory by walking around the arena and heckling Lakers fans. Minnesota is favored tonight, but it’s by less than three points. It should be an exciting game.

The Minnesota Timberwolves destroyed the Lakers in five games in their most recent series. Luka Doncic could not have played any better in Tuesday's game. He led all players in combined points, rebounds, and assists, and the Lakers were never really in the match.

The Timberwolves are essentially the same team as they were last year, and the Lakers are down Lebron. It’s going to be difficult for the Lakers to get a win. Minnesota has an explosive offense and can shut down perimeter scorers. Expect the Lakers to lose on their home court for the second time this season. Put a unit on this slightly juiced best bet.

 

 

 

NBA Straight Bets & Prop Bets Today, 10/24

  • Portland Moneyline (-122 on DraftKings): 
    The Golden State Warriors went into overtime against the Denver Nuggets last night. Their starters and veterans played heavy minutes, and could utilize load management tonight. Meanwhile, the Portland Trail Blazers are rested physically but had an exhausting day from the recent arrest of their head coach. Regardless, the Trail Blazers will play motivated, and the Warriors will play tired. Put a unit on the Trail Blazers to win.
  • Anthony Edwards Over 3.5 Threes Made  (+105 on FanDuel):
    Part of the expectation for the Timberwolves to win is the three-point scoring of Anthony Edwards. He attempted 10 threes and made five at Portland, and it should be the same in Los Angeles. He is the reigning Three-Point Champion, and four threes per game is the expectation. Put a unit on this NBA best bet at plus odds.

 

 

 

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