1. CELTICS +15.5 (-108)

Odds: -108
Probability: 52.9%
Edge: 4.6%
Game: Celtics vs Grizzlies (8PM EST)

Our Basketball Forever betting bot has uncovered the best bet of the day, taking place in the Celtics vs Grizzlies matchup. In this matchup, our model has determined that Celtics +15.5 is a solid wager. Going into tonight’s game the Grizzlies roster is suffering from a lot of injuries. The Grizzlies haven’t covered tonight’s number in 2/5 of their most recent matchups. With the Grizzlies missing players along with having trouble covering this number, our model suspects the Celtics will take control of tonight’s game, limiting the Grizzlies shot attempts allowing for the Celtics to cover tonight’s number. Our model is projecting the Celtics +15.5 to cover this line tonight.

Our Basketball Forever betting bot recommends placing a wager on Celtics +15.5, with -108 odds and a 4.6% edge, this is our best bet of the day.

2. HAWKS +3.5 (-108)

Odds: -108
Probability: 51.8%
Edge: 3.7%
Game: Hawks vs Rockets (8PM EST)

Our model has determined one of the best NBA bets for Friday’s game slate, setting its sights on the matchup between the Hawks vs Rockets. Our Basketball Forever betting bot has pinpointed Hawks +3.5 as the play in tonight’s NBA slate. Matched up against the Rockets who have only covered this number in 1/5 of their most recent matchups, our model suspects the Hawks will be able to take control of this game, covering tonight’s spread. The Hawks have been able to cover this particular number in 5/5 of their most recent matchups, leading our model to predict that the Hawks will be able to limit the Rockets shot attempts, leading to them covering this number tonight.

The Basketball Forever betting bot recommends placing a wager on Hawks +3.5, at -108 odds and a 3.7% edge.

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1. JAYLEN BROWN OVER 6.5 TOTAL REBOUNDS (+112)

Odds: +112
Probability: 56.2%
Projection: 7.6
Edge: 9%
Game: Celtics vs Grizzlies (8PM EST)

The Basketball Forever betting bot has found the first best player prop bet for Today, finding value in the total rebounds made prop market. With our sights set on Jaylen Brown Over 6.5 Total Rebounds in the Celtics vs Grizzlies matchup. Brown has averaged 7 REB so far throughout the season.
In his first match this season against the Grizzlies, Brown was able to end the game with a total of 6 assists made, falling one short from covering tonight’s number. With our model projecting Brown to finish with a total of 7.5 REB, we have a high degree of confidence in Brown to exceed this line tonight.

We recommend placing a wager on Jaylen Brown Over 6.5 Total Rebounds, with an attractive edge of 9%, with +112 odds.

2. DENI AVDIJA OVER 6.5 TOTAL ASSISTS (+124)

Odds: +124
Probability: 53%
Projection: 7
Edge: 8.4%
Game: Trail Blazers vs Timberwolves (8PM EST)

According to our model, another best player prop bet for today’s NBA slate features Deni Avdija in the Trail Blazers vs Timberwolves matchup. Showing value in the total assists made prop market, Avdija is averaging 6.7 assists throughout the season. He’s been able to exceed this number in 3/5 most recent matchups, showing 5/5/9/8/7 assists in each. Our model suspects that after exceeding this line in 3/5 of his most recent matchups, our model suspects Avdija will continue grabbing any loose balls that come his way, exceeding his line. With the Timberwolves letting up a total of 26.1 assists per game, along with our model projecting Avdija to finish tonight’s game with a total of 7 AST, we believe there will be plenty of time for Avdija to exceed this line.

The Basketball Forever betting bot recommends placing a wager on Deni Avdija Over 6.5 Total Assists, with an edge of 7% at +124 odds.

3. DRAYMOND GREEN OVER 5.5 TOTAL REBOUNDS (+128)

Odds: +128
Probability: 49.3%
Projection: 5.4
Edge: 5.4%
Game: Warriors vs Pistons (7:30PM EST)

The last best NBA player prop bet our betting bot recommends playing comes in the Warriors vs Pistons game, with Draymond Green showing value in the total rebounds made prop market. Our model has narrowed down Draymond Green Over 5.5 Total Rebound, another solid wager to take in tonight’s NBA slate. In their most recent head-to-head matchup against the Pistons, Green was able to finish with a total of 6 rebounds, exceeding tonight’s line. With our model projecting a total of 5.4 REB by the end of the game, we believe this is a solid wager to have for tonight’s NBA slate.

The Basketball Forever betting bot predicts Draymond Green Over 5.5 Total Rebounds in tonight’s game, which gives us a 5.4% edge on the +128 odds.

READ MORE: Michael Porter Jr.’s Breakout Season in Jeopardy

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The team announced Thursday that Porter has suffered a strained left hamstring and will be reevaluated in two to three weeks, according to ESPN. With just over three weeks remaining in the regular season, there is a growing possibility that his campaign could already be over.

The injury comes at a difficult time for Brooklyn, not just because of Porter’s production, but also due to the timing within the season. The forward had already missed the past three games with a sprained right ankle before this latest issue surfaced.

An MRI conducted Wednesday confirmed the hamstring strain, adding to what has been a frustrating stretch for both Porter and the Nets.

Brooklyn currently sits at 17–52 and has dropped five consecutive games, leaving them with the third-worst record in the league. While the losses have piled up, the organization appears to have little urgency to rush Porter back given its positioning toward the NBA draft lottery.

Porter’s absence would be a significant loss regardless of context.

In his first season with the Nets after arriving from Denver, the former NBA champion has put together the best year of his career. He is averaging 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists, emerging as the clear focal point of Brooklyn’s offense.

His scoring leap has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise difficult season for the franchise.

The uncertainty now centers on whether Porter will have the opportunity to build on that momentum before the offseason begins. With the reevaluation window stretching into the final days of the regular season, the timeline leaves little room for a return unless his recovery progresses quickly.

For a Nets team already looking ahead, the focus may shift toward preserving their leading scorer’s health rather than risking further injury in a season that has already slipped out of contention.

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Miami is preparing to release Rozier in order to open up a roster spot as the team gears up for its postseason run, sources confirmed to ESPN. The decision comes after months of uncertainty surrounding Rozier’s status following his arrest in October as part of a federal investigation into illegal gambling.

Rozier has not been with the team since October 23, when he was taken into custody. His situation has continued to cast a shadow over Miami’s roster, particularly given the circumstances surrounding his arrival to the franchise.

The trade that brought Rozier to the Heat from the Charlotte Hornets in January 2024 was later scrutinized, with questions raised about whether Miami should have been informed of ongoing NBA and federal investigations tied to an alleged gambling conspiracy before the deal was finalized.

The situation escalated to the point where the NBA had to step in to help resolve matters between the two teams.

As part of that resolution, Charlotte agreed to send a second-round pick in the upcoming NBA Draft to Miami. The Heat, meanwhile, still owe the Hornets a future first-round pick as part of the original trade agreement.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver addressed the situation publicly earlier this season.

“It’s an unprecedented situation,” Silver said during a press conference at the NBA Cup in Las Vegas.

Rozier has pleaded not guilty to conspiracy charges involving wire fraud and money laundering, and his $26.6 million salary has been placed in escrow while legal proceedings continue.

From a basketball standpoint, the timing of a potential waiver is also significant.

Due to Rozier being on an expiring contract, Miami must waive him by 5 p.m. on April 9 in order for him to clear waivers before the regular season concludes on April 12.

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The team confirmed Thursday that Cunningham is dealing with a left lung pneumothorax and will be reevaluated in two weeks, forcing him to miss at least eight games as Detroit continues its push toward the postseason.

There is some early optimism surrounding the situation, however.

The injury is considered mild, and there is belief Cunningham could return in time for the playoffs, which are set to begin on April 18th, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.

The injury comes as a shock given how it initially presented. Cunningham exited Tuesday’s game against the Washington Wizards with what the Pistons first described as back spasms. The issue occurred early in the first quarter after he dove for a loose ball and collided with Wizards guard Tre Johnson.

He briefly attempted to play through it but was clearly uncomfortable before checking out just over a minute later.

Detroit now faces the challenge of maintaining its position atop the Eastern Conference without its leader. The Pistons currently sit at 49–19, holding a 3.5 game lead over the Boston Celtics.

Despite Cunningham’s absence, there is some evidence the team can stay afloat. Detroit has gone 5-2 in games without him this season, showing its depth during stretches where their star has been unavailable.

Still, replacing Cunningham’s production is no easy task.

The 24-year-old is averaging 24.5 points and 9.9 assists across 61 games this season, with the latter ranking second in the entire NBA. His all-around impact has been a driving force behind what is shaping up to be Detroit’s best season in nearly two decades.

Historically, those numbers place him in elite company. Only eight players in league history have averaged at least that many points and assists over a full season, and Cunningham would be the first to do so in a Pistons uniform.

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1. WIZARDS +14.5 (-108)

Odds: -108
Probability: 57.9%
Edge: 6%
Game: Pistons vs Wizards (7PM EST)

Our Basketball Forever betting bot has uncovered the best bet of the day, taking place in the Pistons vs Wizards matchup. In this matchup, our model has determined that Wizards +14.5 is a solid wager. Our Basketball Forever Betting bot believes that the Wizards will be able to defend well enough to limit the Wizards easy buckets, allowing them to cover tonight’s number. With the Pistons and Wizards playing last night, and the Wizards being able to cover this number, our model predicts the same will happen tonight. Throughout their three matchups, the Wizards have been able to cover this particular number in 3/3 matchups. Our model predicts that with the Wizards being at home, they’ll have a better chance of covering this number tonight. We predict that the Wizards will have just the edge they need to cover this number tonight.

Our Basketball Forever betting bot recommends placing a wager on Wizards +14.5. With -108 odds and a 6% edge, this is our best bet of the day.

2. SUNS +9.5 (-102)

Odds: -102
Probability: 55.3%
Edge: 4.8%
Game: Suns vs Spurs (8PM EST)

Lastly, we’re looking at the Suns vs Spurs matchup where we’ve found some value. In this game, our Basketball Forever betting bot has its eyes on the Suns +9.5, coming in at -102 odds. Tonight marks the fourth time that these two teams will face off in the regular season. Going into this game, The Suns have been able to cover this number in 2/3 matchups. We predict the Suns will be able to hold off the Warriors enough to cover this particular number tonight. With the Suns being able to cover this number in 2/3 matchups, our model suspects they’ll be able to keep the score close enough to cover again tonight.

Our model recommends placing a sprinkle on Suns +9.5 with -102 odds and a 4.8% edge.

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1. KAWHI LEONARD OVER 2.5 3-POINTERS MADE (+116)

Odds: +116
Probability: 52.1%
Projection: 2.7
Edge: 5.7%
Game: Clippers vs Pelicans (8PM EST)

The Basketball Forever betting bot has found the first best player prop bet for Today, finding value in the total 3-pointers made prop market. With our sights set on Kawhi Leonard Over 2.5 3-Pointers made in the Clippers vs Pelicans matchup. Leonard is averaging 2.6 3-pointers per game so far this season, and has exceeded this line in 2/5 of his most recent matchups. Leonard has been solid when it comes to slinging the ball from the arch and racking up 3-pointers. With our model projecting Leonard to rack up a total of 2.7 3PM by the end of this matchup, giving our model a solid degree of confidence.

We recommend placing a wager on Kawhi Leonard Over 2.5 3-Pointers Made, with an attractive edge of 5.7%, with +116 odds.

2. DEMAR DEROZAN OVER 4.5 TOTAL ASSISTS (+125)

Odds: +125
Probability: 49.8%
Projection: 4.5
Edge: 5.3%
Game: 76ers vs Kings (10PM EST)

According to our model, another best player prop bet for today’s NBA slate features DeMar DeRozan in the 76ers vs Kings matchup. Showing value in the total assists made prop market, DeRozan has averaged 4 assists made so far throughout the season. DeRozan was able to exceed this line in the last 3/5 matchups showing, 1/11/7/6/3 AST in each. Our model is projecting DeRozan to finish tonight’s game with a total of 4.5 AST made, covering this particular line. Matched up against the 76ers, our model suspects that DeRozan will have ample time to exceed this line tonight.

The Basketball Forever betting bot recommends placing a wager on DeMar DeRozan Over 4.5 Total Assists, with an edge of 5.3% at +125 odds.

3. RUSSELL WESTBROOK OVER 5.5 TOTAL REBOUNDS (+130)

Odds: +130
Probability: 48.7%
Projection: 5.3
Edge: 5.2%
Game: 76ers vs Kings (10PM EST)

The last best NBA player prop bet our betting bot recommends playing also comes in the 76ers vs Kings game, with Russell Westbrook showing value in the rebounds made prop market. Our model has narrowed down Russell Westbrook Over 5.5 Total Rebounds, another solid wager to take in tonight’s NBA slate. So far this season, Westbrook is averaging 6.6 rebounds per game, with him exceeding this line in 3/5 of his most recent matchups, showing 1/12/7/11/2 rebounds made in each. Our model is projecting Westbrook to finish tonight’s game with a total of 5.3 rebounds, exceeding this line.

Our model predicts Russell Westbrook Over 5.5 Total Rebounds in tonight’s game, which gives us a 5.2% edge on the +130 odds.

READ MORE: Deandre Ayton Embraces New Role as Lakers Surge Continues

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After earlier frustrations about his offensive role, Ayton has shifted his mindset, and it’s paying off. With the Lakers building momentum, the former No. one overall pick is leaning fully into the dirty work that’s fueling winning basketball.

Ayton admitted that a period of self-reflection changed everything.

“That’s a fact. That is a true fact,” he told The Athletic’s Dan Woike. “But me, I scratched that, I took that out. I said … when it comes to scoring, we don’t need that. We need you to put that energy what you have for offense and into defense.

“I just started looking in the mirror and said ‘Yo bro, … you’re not that guy. You don’t need to be on this team doing that at all. This team, you came here to be the effort guy and close out possessions, rebound. Run the damn floor hard as hell, make bigs work, make superstars work.

“And I’m having fun with it, I’m not gonna lie.”

That shift has coincided with a strong run for the Lakers, with Ayton impacting games through rebounding, rim protection and energy, areas that don’t always show up in the box score but are critical in high-level games.

He also acknowledged that the rest of the roster had already reached that level of urgency, and that he’s now catching up as the playoffs approach.

“JJ’s been instilling to us that this is a playoff atmosphere, and we fighting for a playoff position,” Ayton said. “You can tell LeBron’s been locked in, Luka — everybody’s been completely locked in, and I’m just tired of being the odd man out. I think I told the media the other day, it’s just me finally catching up.

“Team’s been there; it’s just been me.”

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With a board of governors meeting approaching and cities like Las Vegas and Seattle firmly in the conversation, expansion appears to be gaining momentum. But McGrady believes the league may be overlooking a key issue: the current talent pool.

The former scoring champion made it clear he isn’t sold on adding more teams to the league right now.

“I’m all for trying to increase the revenue… I’m just like, we have 30 teams, got a lot of players, 450 maybe more now,” McGrady said speaking on the Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady podcast. “We don’t have the talent to be trying to start two more teams. I just don’t think we have the talent to start two more teams. Now can we take away two teams & add two teams?”

The NBA currently operates with 30 franchises, and expansion would not only increase revenue opportunities but also create additional roster spots across the league. However, McGrady’s concern centers around how that talent would be distributed, and whether the overall product would suffer as a result.

“I’m saying keep it at 30,” McGrady added. “The talent to me is down, bro.”

Tracy McGrady says he doesn’t think the NBA has enough talent to add expansion teams:

“We got 30 teams. We don’t have the talent to be trying to start two more teams. Can we take away two teams and add two teams? I’m saying keep it at 30. The talent to me is down bro!”

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— NBA Courtside (@NBA__Courtside) March 18, 2026

The comments come at a time when the NBA is balancing its global growth with competitive integrity. Expansion into markets like Seattle, which has long pushed for the return of the SuperSonics, and Las Vegas, a rapidly growing sports hub, would mark a significant step forward financially.

But it would also test the league’s depth.

McGrady’s perspective reflects a broader debate across basketball circles. While expansion promises new opportunities and increased revenue, it also raises legitimate questions about whether there are enough high-level players to sustain two additional teams without diluting the quality of play.

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The organization has explored the idea of ending Giannis’ season following his latest knee injury, but the two-time MVP is not on board with that plan.

“The Milwaukee Bucks want to shut down Giannis Antetokounmpo for the remainder of the season after his latest injury and their postseason chances dwindled, but the two-time NBA MVP has refused the team’s requests and wants to play again,” sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.

The situation has developed quickly over the past 24 hours, with multiple meetings taking place between both sides. Despite the team’s concerns, Antetokounmpo remains determined to return if medically cleared.

“The sides had multiple meetings over the last 24 hours, but Antetokounmpo has remained adamant about returning to the court this season, feeling as long as he’s not risking any further injury,” sources told ESPN.

The Bucks officially announced earlier this week that Antetokounmpo is dealing with a left knee injury, with further details revealing a hyperextension and bone bruise that will sideline him for at least one week.

The injury occurred during Sunday’s game against the Indiana Pacers when Giannis landed awkwardly after a dunk attempt. Although he initially believed he could continue, Milwaukee opted to sit him out for the remainder of the contest.

Now sitting at 28-40 and 11th in the Eastern Conference, the Bucks find themselves 6.5 games back from the final play-in spot, making any postseason push increasingly unlikely. That reality is a major factor behind the organization’s cautious approach.

Antetokounmpo has already missed 32 games this season, the most of his career, in what has been a frustrating year filled with injuries, including previous calf issues.

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