NBA Opening Night 2023: Top Betting Picks and Predictions
The NBA returns with an exciting opening night featuring two marquee matchups. Here are the top betting recommendations for Tuesday's games:
Nets vs. Bucks - Under 240 Points
- Bucks receive championship rings in home opener
- Bobby Portis out, creating opportunity for Jordan Nwora
- Kyrie Irving unavailable for Nets
- Despite offensive talent, expect strong defensive effort from both teams
- Under 240 is the smart play given opening night intensity
Warriors vs. Lakers - Warriors ML (+136)
- Warriors seeking redemption after last season's play-in loss
- Better team chemistry compared to revamped Lakers roster
- Only LeBron and AD remain from Lakers' opening night lineup last year
- Stephen Curry ready to lead despite Klay Thompson's absence
- Warriors' cohesion gives them the edge
Warriors vs. Lakers - Over 228 Points
- High-scoring affair expected with both teams' offensive firepower
- Anthony Davis at center creates more spacing
- Stephen Curry likely to be aggressive from three-point range
- Both teams feature excellent passers and multiple scoring options
- Neither team expected to play lockdown defense in opener
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