LiontipsBrooklyn vs San Antonio. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Brooklyn has already clinched a playoff berth, so now Nets' key players are sitting on the bench more often. For example, in the last match against Chicago Kyrie Irving played only 20 minutes and Kevin Durant - only 30. Though, Nets still secured a victory (115:107).
We should mention that Brooklyn has two wins in a row. Before Chicago they outplayed Denver (125:119). With that win they put an end to a four-game losing streak.
San Antonio is still holding on to tenth spot in the West, but New Orleans is only two wins behind. A win in this game will secure the positon of Gregg Popovich's team, so they will be highly motivated. But it won't be an easy game.
Spurs are far from their best form right now. They lost five out of last seven games, they only managed to outscore Sacramento (113:104) and Milwaukee (146:125). Derrick White's injury is a huge loss for the Spurs. He won't be able to play in an upcoming game.
Trends
СтавкаBrooklyn's total under 118,5
Nets are averaging 117,7 points per game at home
СтавкаFirst quarter: San Antonio to win
In 3 out of last 4 most recent Nets' games they lost the first quarter
Tip and bets
San Antonio needs this win more, so we think that guests are a slight favourite. Two months ago Spurs had a close game against Brooklyn and were defeated only in overtime. Despite their loss, they put up a great performance back then. We think that this game will be contested as well. We offer to place a bet on the plus handicap for Spurs.
Our prediction - Handicap (+5,5) points for San Antonio
Last three head-to-head games ended with a high score. In every of those matches opponents scored at least 237 points. Looking at Brooklyn's game recently, we think that this clash won't be an exception.
Our second prediction - total over 232,5 points
