appleisports
  • RACING
  • SPORTS
  • FANTASY
  • FREE TO PLAY
  • SPORTS CHANNEL
  • NEWS
SUBSCRIBE
Back to News
BASKETBALL Latest News

NBA Week 17 Tips and Predictions Part 2

Feb 08, 2023 Apple iSports

Photo Credit: Marca

Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Cleveland, OH

Detroit will travel to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday.

The Detroit Pistons are currently sitting 15th the Eastern Conference standings with a 14-41 record, while the Cleveland Cavaliers are in fourth place in the Eastern Conference with a 34-22 record.

For the Pistons, Derrick Rose and Blake Griffin have been the go-to guys this season, with both players averaging double digits in points. Rose is shooting an impressive 47% from the field while Griffin has been a consistent presence on the boards. Both players will be key to Detroit’s chances at victory here.

The Cavaliers have also had their standout performers throughout the season, most notably Collin Sexton who is averaging 24 points per game. He has been an incredibly reliable scorer for Cleveland and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory against a struggling Pistons side.

Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction:

The Pistons may have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Cleveland to prevail here by 5 points or more. Expect Sexton to be the difference maker.

Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Tip:

Detroit Pistons: $6.80

Cleveland Cavaliers: $1.12

Charlotte Hornets Washington Wizards

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Capital One Arena Washington, DC

Charlotte will travel to take on the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

The Charlotte Hornets are currently sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference standings with a 15-40 record, while the Washington Wizards are 12th place in the conference with 24 wins and 29 losses. Both teams have had an up-and-down season so far but will be looking to push for a victory here.

For the Hornets, Devonte Graham has been instrumental this season, leading the team in scoring with 19 points per game. He has been incredibly reliable from beyond the arc and could be key to Charlotte’s success against Washington.

The Wizards have also had their standout performer this season in Bradley Beal who is averaging 29 points per game. He has been the go-to guy for Washington and will be looking to lead them to a much needed victory here.

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Prediction:

The Hornets may have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Beal to power Washington to a win here by 5 points or more. Expect Graham’s shooting from deep to make things interesting though.

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards betting tip:

Charlotte Hornets: $2.55

Washington Wizards: $1.40

Philadelphia 76ers Boston Celtics

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

TD Garden Boston, MA

Philadelphia will travel to take on the Boston Celtics on Wednesday.

The Philadelphia 76ers are currently sitting third in the Eastern Conference standings with a 34-18 record, while the Boston Celtics are first place in the conference with 38 wins and 16 losses. Both teams have had an impressive season so far but will be looking for a statement victory here.

For the 76ers , Joel Embiid has been unstoppable this season, leading the team in scoring with 29 points per game and averaging 10 rebounds as well. He has been one of the top performers in the league and could be key to Philadelphia’s success against Boston.

The Celtics have also had their share of standout performances this season, most notably Jayson Tatum who is averaging 26 points per game. He has been a reliable scorer for Boston and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory in this matchup.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics Prediction:

The 76ers may have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Embiid to power Philadelphia to a win here by 5 points or more. Expect Tatum’s scoring to make things interesting though.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics Betting tip:

Philadelphia 76ers: $2.55

Boston Celtics: $1.54

Indiana Pacers Miami Heat

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Miami-Dade Arena Miami, FL

Indiana will travel to take on the Miami Heat on Wednesday.

The Indiana Pacers are currently sitting 10th in the Eastern Conference standings with a 25-30 record, while the Miami Heat are sixth place in the conference with 29 wins and 25 losses. Both teams have had an up-and-down season so far but will be looking to push for a victory here.

For the Pacers , Malcolm Brogdon has been impressive this season, leading the team in scoring with 22 points per game. He has been incredibly reliable from beyond the arc and could be key to Indiana’s success against Miami.

The Heat have also had their standout performer this season in Bam Adebayo who is averaging 16 points and 11 rebounds per game. He has been the go-to guy for Miami and will be looking to lead them to a much needed victory here.

Indiana Pacers vs Miami Heat Prediction:

The Pacers may have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Adebayo to power Miami to a win here by 5 points or more. Expect Brogdon’s shooting from deep to make things interesting though.

Betting Odds:

Indiana Pacers: $3.20

Miami Heat: $1.37

San Antonio vs Spurs Toronto Raptors

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Scotiabank Arena Toronto, ON

San Antonio will travel to take on the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.

The San Antonio Spurs are currently sitting 14th in the Western Conference standings with a 14-40 record, while the Toronto Raptors are 11th place in the conference with 25 wins and 30 losses. Both teams have had an up and down season so far but will be looking for a statement victory here.

For the Spurs , DeMar DeRozan has been leading by example this season, averaging 23 points per game and six assists as well. He has been one of the top performers in the league and could be key to San Antonio’s success against Toronto.

The Raptors have also had their share of standout performances this season, most notably Pascal Siakam who is averaging 22 points and seven rebounds per game. He has been the go-to guy for Toronto and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory in this matchup.

San Antonio Spurs vs Toronto Raptors Prediction:

The Raptors have home court advantage and given recent form of both teams, we expect Toronto to win here by 5 points or more.

San Antonio Spurs vs Toronto Raptors Betting Tip:

San Antonio Spurs: $5.00

Toronto Raptors: $1.19

Sacramento Kings vs Houston Rockets

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Toyota Center Houston, TX

Sacramento will travel to take on the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.

The Sacramento Kings are currently sitting third in the Western Conference standings with a 30-23 record, while the Houston Rockets are 15th place in the conference with 13 wins and 41 losses. Both teams have had an up-and-down season so far but will be looking to push for a victory here.

For the Kings, De’Aaron Fox has been leading by example this season, averaging 20 points per game and seven assists as well. He has been one of the most reliable players in Sacramento and could be key to their success against Houston.

The Rockets have also had their share of standout performances this season, most notably James Harden who is averaging 32 points and eight assists per game. He has been the go-to guy for Houston and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory in this matchup.

Sacramento Kings vs Houston Rockets Prediction:

The Kings may not have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Fox to power Sacramento to a win here by 8 points or more. Expect Fox’s scoring prowess to make things interesting though.

Betting Odds:

Sacramento Kings: $1.30

Houston Rockets: $3.70

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Utah Jazz

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Vivint Arena Salt Lake City, UT

Minnesota will travel to take on the Utah Jazz on Wednesday.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently sitting ninth in the Western Conference standings with a 29-28 record, while the Utah Jazz are tenth in the conference with 27 wins and 28 losses. Both teams have had an up and down season so far but will be looking for a statement victory here.

For the Timberwolves, Karl-Anthony Towns has been leading by example this season, averaging 24 points per game and 11 rebounds as well. He has been one of the top performers in Minnesota and could be key to their success against Utah.

The Jazz have also had their share of standout performances this season, most notably Donovan Mitchell who is averaging 24 points and five assists per game. He has been the go-to guy for Utah and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory in this matchup.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Utah Jazz Prediction:

The Jazz may have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Towns to power Minnesota to a win here by 5 points or more. Expect Mitchell’s scoring prowess to make things interesting though.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Utah Jazz Betting Tip:

Minnesota Timberwolves: $2.30

Utah Jazz: $1.65

Dallas Mavericks LA Clippers

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Crypto.com Arena Los Angeles, CA

Dallas will travel to take on the LA Clippers on Wednesday.

The Dallas Mavericks are currently sitting sixth in the Western Conference standings with a 29-26 record, while the LA Clippers are forth place in the conference with 31 wins and 26 losses. Both teams have had an up-and-down season so far but will be looking for a statement victory here.

For the Mavericks, Luka Dončić has been leading by example this season, averaging 29 points per game and 8 assists as well. He has been one of the most reliable players in Dallas and could be key to their success against LA.

The Clippers have also had their share of standout performances this season, most notably Kawhi Leonard who is averaging 27 points and 5 assists per game. He has been the go-to guy for LA and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory in this matchup.

Dallas Mavericks vs LA Clippers Prediction:

We expect Dončić to power Dallas to a win here by 3 points or more. Expect Leonard’s scoring prowess to make things interesting though.

Dallas Mavericks vs LA Clippers Betting Tip:

Dallas Mavericks: $3.40

LA Clippers: $1.34

Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Moda Center Portland, OR

Golden State will travel to take on the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday.

The Golden State Warriors are currently sitting seventh in the Western Conference standings with a 28-26 record, while the Portland Trail Blazers are 12th in the conference with 26 wins and 28 losses. Both teams have had an up and down season so far but will be looking for a statement victory here.

For the Warriors , Stephen Curry has been leading by example this season, averaging 28 points per game and 6 assists as well. He has been one of the top performers in Golden State and could be key to their success against Portland.

The Blazers have also had their share of standout performances this season, most notably Damian Lillard who is averaging 29 points and 8 assists per game. He has been the go-to guy for Portland and it would be no surprise if he leads them to victory in this matchup.

Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction:

The Blazers may have home court advantage but given recent form of both teams, we expect Curry to power Golden State to a win here by 7 points or more. Expect Lillard’s scoring prowess to make things interesting though.

Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Odds:

Golden State Warriors: $2.30

Portland Trail Blazers: $1.65

SHARE
READ MORE RELATED NEWS

NHL game of the day- Vegas vs Vancouver

Mar 20, 2023 Apple iSports
The National Hockey League's Game of the Day pits the Vegas Golden Knights again[..]

NBA Week 22 Tips and Predictions Part 1

Mar 15, 2023 Apple iSports
Our NBA Week 22 Tips and Predictions Part 1, featuring games on Tuesday 15 March[..]
DONT MISS A THING!

    appleisports
    • Racing
    • Sports
    • Fantasy
    • Free To Play
    • Sports Channel
    • Sports News
    • About Us
    • Customer Service
    • SUBSCRIBE
    APPROVED BETTING PARTNER OF
    © Apple iSports 2023 | All Rights Reserved | Website built by ROI.COM.AU