With the Super Bowl scheduled for tomorrow, the NBA has given us 11 games on the slate today. Therefore, I asked the AI Model for its best three bets of the night. Here’s what you should consider at the top-rated sportsbooks.
Picks Summary
- Suns +4.5 (-110)Â
- Pelicans +6.5 (-110)Â
- Jazz/Clippers Over 224.5 (-110)
*All odds from Bet365 (check our Bet365 Review)
Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns
Saturday, February 08, 2025 – 09:00 PM ET at Footprint Center
The AI Model thinks the Nuggets will outlast the Suns 120-117. However, the Suns are +4.5 against the spread, so Phoenix is still the play against the spread in this game.
The Suns Must Contest Shots!
The Denver Nuggets can limit turnovers, grab offensive rebounds and get to the foul line. However, Denver could struggle in shooting the basketball. The Nuggets have an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%, but the Suns still rank 10th defensively in that category.
If the Suns force enough misses, they’ll be in really good shape down the stretch.
The Suns Look Good On Paper!
Phoenix hasn’t been as offensively consistent as the Nuggets. However, the Suns have still shot a 56.2% effective field goal percentage and could make better-looking shots at home tonight. In addition, the Suns have limited turnovers to 14.3% and should not turn over the ball much in this game.
The Nuggets will likely keep the Suns from getting to the foul line much. But as long as the Suns shoot a higher percentage than the Nuggets, Phoenix could eventually pull off a huge upset.
The Pick
Grab the Suns at +4.5.
NBA Pick: Suns +4.5 (-110) at Bet365
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Sacramento Kings
Saturday, February 08, 2025 – 10:00 PM ET at Golden 1 Center
The AI Model believes the Kings will win 122-116 at home against the Pelicans. However, the Pelicans are +6.5 against the spread, so according to our model, New Orleans could at least cover.
The Pelicans Can Improve!
The New Orleans Pelicans are nothing special offensively. However, there are some areas where the Pelicans can improve their numbers. After all, the Kings have allowed a 55.2% effective field goal percentage. They’ve also allowed a 20.4 free throw rate. These are two areas where the Pelicans can take advantage.
In addition, New Orleans has only turned the ball over 14.3% of the time. The Pelicans should be stronger with the ball since the Kings aren’t a huge threat to forcing turnovers.
No Fouling, New Orleans!
The Pelicans’ defense is already one of the worst in the NBA. They’ve allowed a 56.9% effective field goal percentage and usually get killed on the glass. That might continue in tonight’s game. However, the Pelicans have at least limited teams to an 18.1 free throw rate.
If the Pelicans can keep the Kings off the foul line, they’ll be in this game.
The Pick
Consider the Pelicans at +6.5.
NBA Pick: Pelicans +6.5 (-110) at Bet365
Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Clippers
Saturday, February 08, 2025 – 10:30 PM ET at Intuit Dome
The AI Model predicts the Clippers and Jazz will combine for 226 points. However, the total for this game is currently 224.5. That means the over is the play!
The Jazz Have Been Scoring!
The Utah Jazz might not win a lot, but they’re scoring. The Jazz have added at least 127 points in back-to-back games. Of course, last night was an overtime loss, but the Jazz still added more than 120 in regulation in both games.
Utah is typically dominant on the offensive glass, adding 31.4% of offensive rebounds. The Jazz won’t be as good on the glass against the Clippers, but they’ll still earn some second chances.
Utah Should Be Drained Defensively
After last night’s collapse, the Jazz should be drained. The defense likely won’t be up to par in a second game of a back-to-back. That said, the Jazz have already allowed 118.6 points per 100 possessions and have added the least amount of turnovers per game in the NBA this season.
You can expect a solid performance from the Clippers at home tonight.
The Pick
Back the Over 224.5.
NBA Pick: Jazz/Clippers Over 224.5 (-110) at Bet365
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