NBA Best Bets Today | Expert Picks for Sunday
Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons plays against the Chicago Bulls at Little Caesars Arena. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Best NBA Bets Today
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It's Sunday Funday in the NBA, and that's exactly what we're about to do heading into today's set of games — have a lot of fun betting. With a five-game slate on deck, interesting players and storylines will keep you on a swivel as we get ready to start a brand new week.
From Suns vs. Pistons to Warriors vs. Cavs, let's get into today's games with the best NBA bets today and expert picks for Sunday, Nov. 5.
Suns vs. Pistons
You tell me who is guarding Cade Cunningham on Phoenix.
And when you answer that, let me know if it'll matter, because guess who has a 32.9 Usage Rate so far this season. Guess who has hit over this combo in back-to-back games and in four of the six he's played this season. And guess who could be in line for their first All-Star appearance if the Pistons are not completely terrible (and if his field goal percentage goes up a few ticks).
Cade Cunningham won't hit his overs on too many efficient performances from the field, but his 3-point shooting jump appears to be legit so far, and the Usage will generally be there, so it's a worthwhile bet, even if the books lean under.
The Suns aren't a defensive juggernaut, respectfully, though they should win this game after being made to look stupid against the Spurs … at home … twice.
Pick: Cade Cunningham Over 31.5 PRA (-105)
Warriors vs. Cavaliers
By Joe Dellera
The Warriors take on the Cavaliers in a Sunday showdown between two teams with vastly different styles of play. While the Warriors have often played with smaller lineups, the Cavaliers have leaned into a double-big lineup.
As a result, Kevon Looney’s presence has been important in this matchup the last couple seasons due to the double-big lineup Cleveland can run with Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. He’s recorded 18, nine and 17 Rebounds against that pair as he played 29+ mins in all three games.
I expect Looney to see more run due to Cleveland’s personnel. Over the last two seasons whenever Looney has played 25+ minutes, he has averaged 12.8 rebounds per game and exceeded his 9.5 rebounds line in 75% of games.
The Warriors should keep Looney out there to contend with Cleveland’s size, even if Cleveland is ramping Allen up a bit since his return from injury. I’d even consider playing 12+ rebounds at +275 on DraftKings as well.
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Pick: Kevon Looney Over 9.5 Rebounds (+100)
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