NBA Week 22 Tips and Predictions Part 1
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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets
Tuesday, 14 March, 2023
Spectrum Center Charlotte, NC
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets square off in a Week 22 matchup that could go either way. Both teams come into this game with very different records, but the Cavs are on a bit of a hot streak recently.
For the Cavaliers, they currently have a 43 – 27 record and sit fourth in Eastern Conference and have won four out of their last six games, making them very dangerous in Tuesday’s matchup. Current form is definitely in their favour as they take on the Hornets, who currently have a 22-48 record and sit 14th. Key players for the Cavs include Lamar Stevens and Evan Mobley who will be looking to lead their side to victory.
Charlotte’s key player will undoubtedly be Gordon Hayward who has been averaging 20 points per game over his last five outings. The Hornets have been playing solid basketball of late and if they can keep up their current form, they could cause an upset against the Cavs.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction:
We predict a victory for Cleveland as they continue to charge towards a playoffs position.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets betting tip:
When it comes to predictions and betting odds, the Cavaliers are currently at $1.70. Meanwhile, Charlotte is given odds of $2.75 for a Hornets win.
It should be a tight matchup between these two sides, so make sure to tune in and see who comes out on top! All the best to both teams!
Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards
Tuesday, 14 March, 2023
Capital One Arena Washington, DC
The Detroit Pistons and Washington Wizards go head-to-head in Week 22’s matchup. Both teams are desperate for a win, with the Pistons currently at 16-53 and sitting 15th in the Eastern Conference, while the Wizards have a 31 – 37 and currently sit 11th.
For Detroit, they will be relying on their key players James Wiseman and Jalen Durin to lead them to victory. On the other side of the court is Cory Kispert who will be looking to continue his recent streak of form and help his team get one up over the Pistons.
Washington has been playing poor lately with three consecutive losses, so they need to find better form against Detroit if they to get a victory.
Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards Prediction:
We predict a victory for the Wizards, who have been playing solid basketball as of late and should be able to get the job done against the struggling Pistons.
Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards betting tip:
The Wizards are currently given the favourite odds of $1.10 while the Pistons are priced at an outsider price of $7.00 for a win in this game. Tune in and see which team comes out on top! Good luck to both sides!
Denver Nuggets vs Toronto Raptors
Tuesday, 14 March, 2023
Scotiabank Arena Toronto, ON
The Denver Nuggets and Toronto Raptors clash in Week 22’s matchup. Both teams have very different records, with the Nuggets currently sitting first in Western Conference with a record of 46 – 22, while the Raptors are just outside the playoffs picture at 32-36, placing them ninth in Eastern Conference.
For Denver, they will be relying on their key players Nikola Jokić, who is coming off a triple-double performance against the Warriors and is averaging 28 points over his last five games. Meanwhile, Toronto’s key player will be Joe Wieskamp.
Denver has been playing impressive basketball of late and should come into this one as favourites to get the win. On the other hand, Toronto has been inconsistent and will need to find better form if they are to cause an upset.
Denver Nuggets vs Toronto Raptors Prediction:
We predict a victory for the Denver Nuggets, who have had a stellar season so far and should be able to get the job done against Toronto.
Denver Nuggets vs Toronto Raptors betting tip:
The odds for this game currently stand with Denver at $1.80 favourites, while Toronto is priced as outsiders at $2.05 for a win. This game should be tight but make sure to tune in and see which team comes out on top! Good luck to both sides!
Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans
Tuesday, 14 March, 2023
Smoothie King Center New Orleans, LA
The Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans face off in Week 22’s matchup. Both teams have vastly different records, with the Lakers currently sitting ninth in Western Conference with a record of 33 – 35 while the Pelicans are 10th in Western Conference at 33 – 35.
For the Lakers, they will be relying on their key players LeBron James and Anthony Davis to lead them to victory. Meanwhile, Zion Williamson will be the player to watch for New Orleans as he continues his impressive streak of form.
Los Angeles has been playing solid basketball of late but will need to find better form against a motivated Pelicans team if they are to get the win.
Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction:
We predict a victory for the Los Angeles Lakers, who have been playing solid basketball as of late and should be able to get the job done against New Orleans.
Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans betting tip:
The odds for this game currently stand with New Orleans at $1.80 favourites, while LA Lakers is priced as outsiders at $2.05 for a win. Tune in and see which team comes out on top! Good luck to both sides!