NBA Predictions & Picks Today From ‘Buckets’ Experts: Knicks Parlay Steals the Show

Knicks at Pistons

By Joe Dellera:

“The Knicks have faced one of the toughest schedules so far, and despite that, they’ve shown signs of being a well-rounded team. Houston hasn’t had to deal with an offense as dynamic as New York’s, and Brunson and company have favorable matchups, especially in attacking Sengun defensively.”

Pick: Knicks -3.5

By Jim Turvey:

“These are two of the three slowest-paced teams in the league, and the Rockets have gone 4-1 to the under this season. The Knicks’ defense is due for some regression back to their usual standards, and Houston doesn’t have the firepower to exploit their recent struggles defending twos.”

Pick: Under 218.5

Kings at Heat

By Joe Dellera:

“He’s been awesome to start the season, hitting this in five of six games, and he’s averaging 14.5 points per game. Against Miami, Murray historically finds good looks, and with their defensive scheme allowing more three-point opportunities, I think he clears this easily.”

Pick: Keegan Murray over 13.5 points

Magic at Thunder

By Jim Turvey:

“Without Paolo, this Magic offense is ugly. They barely managed 109 on Friday, thanks to a fluky second half, and they’re coming off a physical game against the Mavericks. Now they face a stifling Thunder defense on a back-to-back, and I don’t see them cracking triple digits.”

Pick: Magic team total under 102.5

By Matt Moore

“The Thunder are 9-3 ATS when facing teams on the second night of a back-to-back, and Orlando is in a tough spot after a bruising game against Dallas. This Thunder defense is legit, and I expect a blowout, especially with the Magic missing Paolo and lacking offensive options.”

Pick: Thunder -11.5

Lakers at Pistons

By Matt Moore

“The Lakers dominate bad teams, and Detroit is on a back-to-back after a tough game. Anthony Davis and LeBron are rested and should control this game from start to finish. The Pistons simply aren’t equipped to keep this close on the road, and I have this line projected closer to -9.”

Jazz at Bulls

By Jim Turvey:

“The Bulls are playing at the fastest offensive pace in the league, and Dosunmu has adjusted well to their new tempo. He doesn’t attack the rim much, which is perfect against a Jazz defense that relies on Walker Kessler’s interior presence. I like him to get over this low number.”

BUCKETS BONUS PARLAY: 

Knicks Moneyline

Karl-Anthony Towns 20+ points

Aleperen Sengun under 31.5 points plus rebounds plus assists

Under 218.5

“Putting together a correlated parlay makes sense here. Brunson’s assists and Towns’ points should both thrive if the Knicks control the game, and Sengun’s PRA under looks good since he’ll struggle defensively and might see limited minutes. This pays out nicely at +650.”

Parlay:+650 (DraftKings)