NBA Betting Tips: 30 March

There’s NBA action to look forward to on Thursday morning, and as usual, Justin Simelane has prepared his betting tips for four matches. Feel free to add his tips to your bet slip.

30 Mar 01:30 Philadelphia 76ers v Dallas Mvericks

Joel Embiid is going to return to this game and he will put on another masterclass leading his side to a home win. Embiid knows he’s currently tied with Jokic for the MVP race and whoever is going to win it has to have a strong finish to the season. The Mavericks do not have the defense that can stop Joel Embiid, Dwight Powell will be bullied and conceded a lot of fouls with Embiid getting a lot of free throws. It’s not a secret that the Mavericks have been struggling this year and they barely cover the spread while the Sixers are top 5 in terms of teams that cover their spread. Take the 76ers for the home win or spread for a higher value

Suggested Bet: Philadelphia 76ers ML

30 Mar 02:00 Memphis Grizzlies v LA Clippers

The Grizzlies won their last game against the Magic making it their 7th win in a row, now they did this without Ja Morant but the bad news for the Clippers is that Ja returns for this game. There is a reason the Grizzlies are 2nd in the West, the team is good on offense and good on defense, with the development of players like Jaren Jackson jr. The Clippers don’t have a bench that can keep up with the Grizzly’s bench, they won’t be able to keep up with the offense and will lose this game. Take Memphis to make it 8 wins.

Suggested Bet: Memphis Grizzlies ML

30 Mar 04:00 Phoenix Suns v Minnesota Timberwolves

The big news for Phoenix is that Kevin Durant will make his return in this game. He will be a plus to help on their offense, Kevin Durant is yet to lose a game as a Phoenix Sun. The Suns have beaten the Timberwolves twice in 3 games played this season. Karl Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards are listed as doubtful heading into this game but Edwards will likely play. This Minnesota team is a good underdog as they have won their last 4 but I don’t see them winning in Phoenix here. Kevin Durant won’t take over but will be the second man to Devin Booker.

Suggested Bet: Phoenix Suns ML

30 Mar 04:00 Portland Trail Blazzers v Sacramento Kings

The Kings return back on the road here and will win this game. Their last game on the road ended in a loss to the Jazz and that ended their 7 games away winning streak. Now the Kings are still leading the league when it comes to ppg and even though the spread is big for this game they can cover it. They are playing the tanking Blazers and shouldn’t struggle here.

Suggested Bet: Sacramento Kings -9.5

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