Top 5 NBA Odds, Picks & Predictions: Monday (11/11)
The NBA season is just getting started, but there are already some great games on the schedule for Monday night. Here are the top 5 odds, picks, and predictions for the night's action:
1. Denver Nuggets (-6) at Los Angeles Lakers
The Nuggets are one of the favorites to win the NBA championship this season, and they'll be looking to start the season off with a win against the Lakers. The Lakers are a young team with a lot of potential, but they're still trying to figure things out. The Nuggets should be too much for them in this one.Pick: Nuggets -6
2. Philadelphia 76ers (-9.5) at Boston Celtics
The 76ers are another team that's expected to be a contender this season, and they'll be looking to make a statement against the Celtics. The Celtics are a good team, but they're not in the same class as the 76ers. The 76ers should win this one easily.Pick: 76ers -9.5
3. Brooklyn Nets (-6.5) at Milwaukee Bucks
This is a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference semifinals which went to 7 games. The Nets won the series, but the Bucks are looking for revenge. The Bucks are a tough team to beat at home, but the Nets have a lot of firepower. This should be a close game, but the Nets should be able to pull it out.Pick: Nets -6.5
4. Dallas Mavericks (-2.5) at New Orleans Pelicans
The Mavericks are a dark horse team this season, and they'll be looking to start the season off with a win against the Pelicans. The Pelicans have a lot of young talent, but they're still trying to find their way. The Mavericks should be too much for them in this one.Pick: Mavericks -2.5
5. Golden State Warriors (-9) at Portland Trail Blazers
The Warriors are looking to start the season off with a win as they get their title defence underway. The Trail Blazers are a good team, but they're not in the same class as the Warriors. The Warriors should win this one easily.Pick: Warriors -9