🏀NBA & NCAA Best Picks - Monday, 2/24

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🔥 7 games on the slate today. Let’s get money.

⏰ 4:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Nets -2.5

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The Breakdown:
Brooklyn is locked in defensively, holding opponents to under 100 PPG in their last six. Washington’s offense has been ugly, struggling to get consistent scoring outside of their backcourt. The Nets’ perimeter defense and superior rebounding should be the difference. Cam Johnson is heating up and could lead Brooklyn’s scoring attack.

⏰ 4:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: 76ers -3.5

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The Breakdown:
Philly is tough at home, and Chicago’s defense won’t be able to contain Maxey’s speed and shot creation. Assuming that Embiid is out. Chicago’s offense is inconsistent, and that spells trouble against a top-10 defensive unit in Philadelphia.

⏰ 4:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Nuggets -4.5

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The Breakdown:
Pacers push the pace, but Denver has the better defense and rebounding edge. Indiana’s defense ranks bottom 10 in points allowed, so Jokic should dominate inside. 246.5 is a ridiculous total—Denver will slow this down, and Indiana’s shooting regression looms.

⏰ 4:30 PM ET

✅ The Play: Hawks +1.5

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The Breakdown:
Miami’s offense is too inconsistent to trust, and Atlanta is a different team at home. Trae Young should rack up assists against Miami’s defensive schemes.

⏰ 5:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Timberwolves +12.5

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The Breakdown:
This line is huge, and while OKC is one of the best teams in the West, Minnesota’s defense is very solid, BUT Rudy Gobert is out. The Timberwolves can slow the Thunder’s transition offense, keeping within single digits. This is just a tough side to call on the spread.

I expect a defensive battle, as both teams rank top 10 in defensive efficiency. The under is the better total play, especially if OKC builds an early lead and coasts late.

⏰ 6:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Trail Blazers +3.0

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The Breakdown:
Both teams lack defensive discipline, making the over the safer play. Utah’s offense is streaky, but Portland has hung around against similar mid-tier teams. Lauri Markkanen’s three-point shooting should be the biggest mismatch in this one.

⏰ 7:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Kings -10.5

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The Breakdown:
Sacramento blows out bad teams at home. Charlotte doesn’t have the depth to keep this competitive. The Kings’ pace will push this over the total.

⏰ 4:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: North Carolina -2.5
✅ Over/Under: Over 156.0

The Breakdown:
UNC has been rolling offensively, and Florida State’s defense isn’t built to slow them down. The Seminoles have struggled against strong rebounding teams, and the Tar Heels should control the glass. Florida State has been better at home, but UNC’s firepower should overwhelm them late. Expect a high-scoring battle, making the over the stronger total play.

⏰ 5:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Michigan -1.0
✅ Over/Under: Over 150.0

The Breakdown:
This is a great buy-low spot for Michigan after some shaky performances. Nebraska hasn’t defended well against teams with elite shooting, and Michigan has been efficient beyond the arc. With Michigan’s size advantage inside and superior perimeter shooting, they should pull away late in what looks like a close one.

⏰ 6:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Houston -2.0
✅ Over/Under: Under 132.5

The Breakdown:
This game will be a defensive slugfest, with both teams ranking top 20 in adjusted defensive efficiency. Houston has been elite on the boards and should limit Texas Tech’s second-chance points. The Cougars’ defensive pressure should force turnovers, and in a grind-it-out game, their efficiency gives them the edge. Take the under in what should be a low-scoring, physical battle.

⏰ 8:00 PM ET

✅ The Play: Colorado +6.5
✅ Over/Under: Over 140.0

The Breakdown:
Colorado is tough at home, and Kansas has been very inconsistent on the road. The Jayhawks have struggled against teams that push the pace, and Colorado thrives in transition offense. While Kansas has more talent, the Buffaloes should keep this one competitive at altitude. Expect points on both sides, making the over a solid play.

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