NBA Predictions, Picks: Our 6 Bets for Warriors
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Key Points:
- The Thunder are favored by 9 points against the Lakers, with key players Isaiah Hartenstein and Jalen Williams returning to the lineup, and the Thunder expected to capitalize on the Lakers' fatigue from a tight schedule.
- James Harden is predicted to record over 7.5 assists in the Cavaliers vs. Warriors game, as the Warriors' defense has weakened recently and Harden's role as a facilitator is expected to be prominent.
- The Pelicans are given a +6.5 point spread advantage based on a system favoring well-rested road teams with at least four days off facing opponents with minimal rest, highlighting the impact of fatigue late in the season.
- The Spurs vs. opponent game is expected to go under 231.5 points due to historical trends favoring unders in similar revenge spot matchups and the Spurs playing on short rest, with models suggesting a total closer to 228.5 points.
