Best NBA Bets Tonight: Predictions, Picks, Odds (May 14, 2021)

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Updated: October 14, 2022, 09:34 AM ET

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Every matchup this evening is between a team locked into the playoffs/play-in against a team eliminated from the post-season.
By nature of the matchups, keep an eye on the favorites as most losing teams have already shut down key contributors for the rest of the season.
The New Orleans Pelicans and the Golden State Warriors looks to be the most competitive matchup of the night.

It’s May 14th and we’re taking a look at some of the most exciting NBA Bets of the evening! We’ve got eight games on the schedule, with a number of interesting wagers that can be made. Take a look at what we think and how they might help your sports betting experience!

New Orleans Pelicans vs Golden State Warriors

The shorthanded New Orleans Pelicans face a Golden State Warriors team that is peaking at the perfect time.

Bet of the Evening – Moneyline

Teams	Odds
New Orleans Pelicans	+205 BET NOW
Golden State Warriors	-250 BET NOW

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Our Pick

Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart, Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson, and Steven Adams; those are the players that will be missing for the New Orleans Pelicans. On the other side, the Golden State Warriors have played some excellent basketball, winning seven of their last ten.

The best odds for this matchOdds provided by PointsBet Moneyline (-250)Bet Now

Toronto Raptors vs Dallas Mavericks

The Toronto Raptors come up against the Dallas Mavericks, but they’ll be missing eight players from the lineup. Check out the full game preview for Toronto Raptors vs Dallas Mavericks

Bet of the Evening – Moneyline

Teams	Odds
Toronto Raptors	+700 BET NOW
Dallas Mavericks	-1250 BET NOW

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Our Pick

The Toronto Raptors have lost five straight matches, and will likely only be dressing eight players for this meeting against the Mavericks. On Dallas’ end, they’re growing healthier and will be fielding a healthier squad with Kristaps Porzingis back in the lineup.

The best odds for this matchOdds provided by PointsBet Moneyline (-1250)Bet Now

Denver Nuggets vs Detroit Pistons

Down a key man but not lacking competitive spirit, the Denver Nuggets come up against a Detroit Pistons team that is last in the East.

Bet of the Evening – Moneyline

Teams	Odds
Denver Nuggets	-450 BET NOW
Detroit Pistons	+350 BET NOW

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Our Pick

With a fully healthy roster, these two teams would match up better than their records suggest. But the Pistons will be missing their best scorers and playmakers in this matchup. The Nuggets are down men too, but they’ve shown that their depth can make up for the difference.

The best odds for this matchOdds provided by PointsBet Moneyline (-450)Bet Now

LA Clippers vs Houston Rockets

Last in the NBA, the Houston Rockets host an LA Clippers side that is getting all of its pieces ready for the NBA Playoffs.

Bet of the Evening – Moneyline

Teams	Odds
LA Clippers	-600 BET NOW
Houston Rockets	+425 BET NOW

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Our Pick

There is nothing left for the Houston Rockets this season, as they’ve shut down almost all of their key contributors. The Clippers on the other hand are only getting healthier, also showing that they’re willing to compete regardless of their opponent’s standing.

The best odds for this matchOdds provided by PointsBet Moneyline (-600)Bet Now

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