Tuesday, November 19, 2024, features a highly anticipated NBA slate as teams continue to jockey for position in the league. The highlight of the night is the battle between the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers and the reigning champion Boston Celtics, who look to defend their home court.
The slate also includes matchups like the Spurs versus the Thunder and the Lakers taking on the Jazz. Let’s dive into the latest best bets and insights from the "Buckets" podcast crew.
NBA Best Bets, Picks Today
- Boston Celtics -5 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Jayson Tatum Over 8.5 Rebounds
- Chris Paul Over 16.5 Points + Assists
- Anthony Davis Over 28.5 Points
- Same Game Parlay: Lakers -10.5, Over 232, Davis 30+
Boston Celtics -5 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
By Jay Money
"I said if the Cavs made it all the way to this point, I’d be all over the Celtics. They’ve been teetering on the loss for weeks now. The Celtics, even with three losses, remain the best team in the NBA. I like the Celtics to win this by double digits. Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are going to come to play. Cleveland’s guard depth is still a question mark. The Cavs haven’t faced a defense like Boston’s this season, and I think they’ll struggle to generate offense when it counts."
Pick: Boston Celtics -5
Matt Moore's Rebuttal: Cavaliers +4.5
By Matt Moore
"I understand the Celtics are good, but Cleveland getting points here is worth a look. The Cavs have the best net rating in the league over the last two weeks. They’re also 8-2 ATS in their last 10 as road underdogs. Boston’s defense is great, but Cleveland’s size advantage with Allen and Mobley will keep this one close. I’m taking the points."
Pick: Cavaliers +4.5
Jason Tatum Over 8.5 Rebounds
By Joe Dellera
"Tatum has had double-digit boards in nine of his last 10 games against the Cavaliers. He’s going to see expanded minutes in this Cup game, and Boston loves using him to grab boards and push in transition. I like his over on rebounds here, and 10+ boards is also worth a sprinkle."
Pick: Over 8.5 Rebounds
Chris Paul Over 16.5 Points + Assists
By Joe Dellera
"Chris Paul has hit this line in eight of 14 games this year. Against Oklahoma City, he’s averaged 21.9 points + assists since 2021 and cleared this in nine of 11 games. Without Wemby, the Spurs are going to run simple pick-and-roll sets, and I think Paul can capitalize here."
Pick: Over 16.5 Points + Assists
Anthony Davis Over 28.5 Points
By Joe Dellera
"The Jazz can’t defend the rim, and without Walker Kessler, there’s nobody to stop AD inside. Davis has been crushing this line with ease, and 28.5 points feels way too low. This is a perfect matchup for him to dominate and look like the MVP candidate everyone knows he can be."
Pick: Over 28.5 Points
Same Game Parlay: Lakers -10.5, Over 232, Davis 30+
By Matt Moore
"Lakers at home against bad teams? That’s been a lock. Combine that with Davis smashing this matchup and an over that looks promising given how the Jazz run, and you’ve got a high-value parlay. 30+ for Davis and a total over 232 are very live here."
Pick: Same Game Parlay: Lakers -10.5, Over 232, Davis 30+ (+495)
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