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Based on over 10,000 simulations, our AI machine learning model analyzes complex NBA data points, NBA trends and NBA insights for each and every game in the NBA regular season to provide free NBA predictions for you to bet on.
We use powerful predictive analytics to accurately predict what is likely to occur in tonight's NBA games. We then use this data to paint a picture of what the final score for each NBA game will be and how the box scores could look, while providing you with the best NBA odds from the legal sportsbooks in your state.
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Lakers vs. Pacers Prop Bets & Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for LA Lakers vs. Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse this Thursday has the Lakers winning 120-118.
According to our predictive analytics model, the sportsbooks have got it right and both the Lakers and Pacers are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 240-point Over/Under is a 54% chance of going Under.
LeBron James is expected to lead the Lakers with 32 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists, while Tyrese Haliburton is projected to have 19 points, 3 rebounds and 9 assists for the Pacers.
We expect the first basket to be scored by LeBron James who is a 17.22% chance.
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| LeBron James | 32 | 10 | 8 |
| Anthony Davis | 28 | 12 | 3 |
| Russell Westbrook | 14 | 5 | 7 |
| Dennis Schroder | 13 | 2 | 4 |
| Rui Hachimura | 12 | 4 | 1 |
LeBron James has scored more than 29.5 points in 16 of his last 23 appearances, and our predictive analytics model says that trend is likely to continue – predicting LeBron to wipe another 32 points off of Kareem's record tonight.
Anthony Davis has collected more than 11.5 rebounds in 14 of his last 21 appearances, and we're projecting 12 boards for him tonight.
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 19 | 3 | 9 |
| Buddy Hield | 19 | 5 | 3 |
| Myles Turner | 18 | 8 | 2 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 17 | 4 | 1 |
| T.J. McConnell | 11 | 3 | 6 |
Tyrese Haliburton has collected fewer than 3.5 rebounds in 12 of his last 18 appearances and our predictive analytics model is expecting that trend to continue tonight.
Buddy Hield has scored more than 17.5 points in 15 of his last 22 appearances and we've got him down for 19 against the Lakers tonight.
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Heat vs. Knicks Prop Bets & Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Miami vs. New York at Madison Square Garden this Thursday has the Heat prevailing 109-107.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Heat (-2) are a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 216.5 points is a 53% chance of going Over.
Jimmy Butler is expected to lead the Heat with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Julius Randle is projected to have 27 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the Knicks.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Bam Adebayo, who is a 14.18% chance.
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Jimmy Butler | 24 | 6 | 5 |
| Tyler Herro | 21 | 6 | 5 |
| Bam Adebayo | 17 | 8 | 3 |
| Caleb Martin | 12 | 5 | 2 |
| Kyle Lowry | 11 | 5 | 4 |
Caleb Martin has collected more than 4.5 rebounds in 9 of his last 12 appearances and after 10,000 simulations of this matchup, we've marked him down for at least five.
Bam Adebayo has scored fewer than 21.5 points in 9 of his last 13 appearances and this trend looks likely to continue against the Knicks, with our model projecting just 17 points tonight.
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Julius Randle | 27 | 11 | 5 |
| Jalen Brunson | 24 | 3 | 6 |
| RJ Barrett | 20 | 6 | 3 |
| Immanuel Quickley | 13 | 3 | 3 |
| Quentin Grimes | 10 | 4 | 3 |
Quentin Grimes has scored fewer than 10.5 points in 7 of his last 10 appearances and the results of over 10,000 simulations of this game suggests that trend is likely to continue against the Heat.
Jalen Brunson has collected fewer than 3.5 rebounds in 7 of his last 11 appearances and we've got him marked down for just 3 tonight against the Heat in what appears to be a tougher matchup for him than those he's encountered recently.
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Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers Prop Bets & Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Memphis vs. Cleveland at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse this Thursday has the Cavaliers winning 114-109.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Grizzlies (+6) are a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 223.5 points is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Ja Morant is expected to lead the Grizzlies with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to finish with 27 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Cavaliers.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Ja Morant, who is a 12.90% chance.
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Ja Morant | 26 | 5 | 8 |
| Desmond Bane | 18 | 4 | 3 |
| Dillon Brooks | 16 | 3 | 3 |
| Jaren Jackson | 16 | 7 | 1 |
| Brandon Clarke | 10 | 5 | 1 |
Ja Morant has recorded fewer than 9.5 assists in 11 of his last 17 appearances and based on our predicted box scores (8), we expect that trend to continue tonight against the Cavs.
Jaren Jackson Jr. has collected fewer than 7.5 rebounds in 7 of his last 10 appearances and is predicted to get 7 tonight, so with that in mind it could pay to bet his Under.
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Donovan Mitchell | 27 | 4 | 5 |
| Darius Garland | 20 | 3 | 9 |
| Evan Mobley | 14 | 9 | 3 |
| Jarrett Allen | 13 | 9 | 2 |
| Caris LeVert | 10 | 3 | 3 |
Evan Mobley has collected fewer than 9.5 rebounds in 9 of his last 12 appearances and our projections have him getting just 9 boards tonight against the Grizzlies.
Darius Garland has recorded more than 8.5 assists in 8 of his last 11 appearances and we see that trend continuing tonight against Memphis.
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Hornets vs. Bulls Prop Bets & Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Charlotte vs. Chicago at United Center this Thursday has the Bulls winning 120-115.