Two wonderful games to begin the 2023-24 NBA season last night and we are up 1.11 units with a couple of winners in yesterday's Best Bets article. There are 12 games on Tuesday night's slate with 24 teams beginning their seasons. That means several NBA betting picks and player props on the board for tonight's hoops action (Hooray!). Let's take a look at some NBA best bets and basketball picks as you enjoy Tuesday's games. We'll break down top NBA bets today and NBA player props as well. Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans headline today's NBA picks on BetMGM Sportsbook. We also have a player prop for Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner and then a parlay including the Boston Celtics. Good luck with your own NBA betting picks today and enjoy the games!

 

NBA Best Bets & Player Props October 25th

New Orleans Pelicans Moneyline -110 (3 Units)

It is extremely rare to make a three-unit bet, but this line feels completely off – even with Memphis at home. The New Orleans Pelicans were on a roll in 2022 with their starting five. Although Jose Alvarado, Trey Murphy III, and Naji Marshall are out tonight, the return of a healthy Zion Williamson paired with CJ McCollum, Brandon Ingram, and Jonas Valanciunas could be too much for a Memphis Grizzlies team that will be without three of their opening day starters from last year. The Pelicans beat the Grizzlies at Memphis 122-102 on November 25 last season with a similar lineup, and they should be able to do it again. This is an example of catching the sportsbooks being hesitant. It is always risky laying a three-unit bet, and if you have a cash-out option, DO NOT HESITATE TO CASH OUT. With a three-unit bet if it returns over a unit at some point, cash out if you prefer. After all, the point of sports betting is to achieve your financial goal. 

Myles Turner, Indiana Pacers – OVER 7.5 Rebounds -110

Myles Turner has the highest rebounding line in the Washington Wizards vs Indiana Pacers game tonight. Washington’s starting center, Daniel Gafford’s rebounding line is set at 6.5. Turner has established himself as the Pacers' dominant center and is aided by Obi Toppin coming to Indiana as a starting power forward. The Pacers rewarded Turner with a 2-year, $60-million extension last year, and Turner has publicly stated how relieved he is and how he expects to have his best NBA season this year. The line is set at his 2022-23 average of 7.5 rebounds and with Washington not having an elite center, this should be an easy line to cover. 

Sacramento Kings to win, Minnesota Timberwolves to win, Boston Celtics -3.5 Parlay +529 ($10 bet yields $52.90)

The BetMGM SGP money-back bet did not hit last night as Anthony Davis was the prop that let us down… never trust a Laker in Denver. However, it did return a $10 free bet, and remember if you do not have BetMGM Sportsbook use Fantasy Alarm’s sign-up bonus for a nice reward. These three teams are on the road, but the Sacramento Kings and Minnesota Timberwolves are playing teams that did not make the playoffs last year. The Boston Celtics, meanwhile, are the favorites to win the NBA Finals and should start their season with win to cover the spread.

 

Bet Smart, Be Lucky - Iggy (@IDP_Iggy on X) 

*All bets to be placed at 1 unit unless specified otherwise