NBA Picks & Parlay of the Weekend | March 29-31

Upcoming NBA sports betting is one of the most exciting things. Considering the odds by FanDuel, let us make predictions on the following three games: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Orlando Magic, Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans, and Milwaukee Bucks vs. Atlanta Hawks. The Grizzlies will have a tough game against the Magic, who demonstrate a potent offense with Anthony Cole in the lead.

The Celtics also lost their previous game but are likely to come back if Jayson Tatum can show his scoring skills again. Finally, the Bucks are likely to continue their win story against the Hawks and Giannis Antetokounmpo, an exceptional player who recently scored his first NFL triple-double. Therefore, the three games represent a winning story for one team and another that can come back. 

They also mean a reality check regarding the value they can give based on the point spread. From the recent game results to other statistics, including the most potent faculty and the worst, the predictions suggest a value and differentials, some surprises later. Let us provide the game summary and some predictions to make your NBA betting game fun. The preview can work for both new and experienced sports bettors as they give valuable details regarding the game. Let the games begin!

Magic -13 | -110 at FanDuel

The upcoming matchup of the Memphis Grizzlies vs. Orlando Magic looks promising for betting action, and the odds from FanDuel strongly hint at a massive -13 spread in favor of the Magic. Orlando has already won an impressive 42 games this season, all thanks to their potent offense led by Cole Anthony, who averages 110.6 points per game; they also have third-class defense, allowing only 108.7 points per game. 

On the other hand, the Memphis Grizzlies have one of the worst records in the NBA, with 24 wins and 49 losses, and they have the same reputation for their porous defense, which allows a high 113.1 points per game. Memphis’s game against the Lakers, where they lost 115-136, is a vivid confirmation of their apparent weakness, as their opponents’ hit rate was also the highest at 55.6%. Thus, given all these facts, it is pretty expected that the Orlando Magic will cover their -13 spread against the Memphis Grizzlies. 

In the end, Orlando has a better-performing and stable offense and a stronger defense, and it is clear that they will be able to win the Memphis Grizzlies at home. Therefore, the Orlando Magic will come out in front, and the viewers should expect them to prove their superiority from the game’s beginning and to hold up to the end, comfortably winning against the spread.

Celtics -5.5 | -106 at FanDuel

One can see from FanDuel that the odds show that the Boston Celtics are 5.5-point favorites in the upcoming match against the New Orleans Pelicans. Consequently, the Celtics, with an extraordinary record of 57-16 for the season, are considered to have top-notch potential in offense, with Jayson Tatum as the primary scoring leader, complemented by a strong defense. 

Although the previous game with the last-minute loss to the Hawks can be taken as an indicator of the Celtics’ unreliability, overall, they have continuously presented themselves on the highest level. The New Orleans Pelicans, with a decent 45-28 record, are known to be heavily dependent on Zion Williamson. While the team has demonstrated strength throughout the season, especially at home, in the Smoothie King Center, the Celtics’ versatile game can become a tough challenge. 

Key Celtics’ factors that can secure covering the spread may include solid shooting efficiency, disciplined games, and the ability to substitute the best players on both sides. Tatum’s scoring is virtually impossible to stop, and the Celtics’ drastically improved defense might prove critical against the Pelicans.

Nevertheless, the Pelicans are also highly competitive and persistent, able to impose their game even against the best clubs. With Williamson and many decent assistants, the Pelicans will likely find the weak spots in the Celtics’ defense and use home conditions to their advantage. 

However, the overall superiority of the Celtics in nearly all game aspects, as well as the unpredictable game that tends to push the game with weak teams, makes the Celtics a preferable option for covering the spread. Hence, one may predict a challenging game with the Celtics finally covering the -5.5 spread and strengthening their success in the NBA.

Bucks -4.5 | -108 at FanDuel

In the upcoming clash between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Atlanta Hawks, the odds by FanDuel predict that the Bucks will win by a 4.5-point spread. Despite losing to the Pelicans, Milwaukee holds a constant lineup with the multifaceted player of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Their stable offensive and defensive game suggests that they would cover the spread against the Hawks. 

The Hawks, as they narrowly defeated the Celtics with Dejounte Murray’s phenomenal performance in their last game, face the difficult task of playing the Bucks, whose lineup consists of many All-Star players. Given the Hawks’ defensive performance this season and the Bucks's dominance in offense, it seems likely that the Hawks may face significant difficulties. Considering the Bucks’ offensive inspiration and dominance in rebounding, compared to the Hawks’ low-ranking defense in points allowed per game, they should cover the spread. 

The fact that Antetokounmpo will dominate the paint and the rest of the Bucks’ baskets and shooters will make it difficult for the Hawks to stay even. However, given the Hawks’ inspired attacking performance with Murray and their ability to compete at home, the game may stay close. 

However, the Bucks will prevail by their superiority in every aspect of the game, including squad depth and experience, which Britain explains they will cover the -4.5 spread. Ultimately, the Bucks will prove superior and cover the -4.5 spread, extending their dominance over the Hawks and, in total, confirming themselves as NBA contenders. Therefore, I expect Milwaukee to take care of business and win comfortably.