Matchup (Away @ Home)
Predicted Spread
Favorite
Key System Driver
Houston @ Philadelphia
HOU -2.5
Houston
Houston's league-leading rebounding (+1.0) and lower TOs (+0.5) overcome the Philly home court.
Charlotte @ Orlando
ORL -2.0
Orlando
Orlando’s defensive edge (+0.7 PPG allowed) and home bonus (+1.5) secure the narrow lead.
Denver @ Washington
DEN -14.6
Denver
Washington's defense allows 123.6 PPG. Denver wins the scoring and shooting categories by a landslide.
Golden State @ Dallas
GSW -1.5
Golden State
Dallas is struggling without stars; GSW sweeps the 3P% and Assist categories for the road win.
Chicago @ Minnesota
MIN -5.1
Minnesota
Minnesota wins the PPG battle (+2.2) and the +/- bonus (+0.5).
San Antonio @ Utah
SAS -11.5
San Antonio
Utah allows a league-worst 127.4 PPG. San Antonio's defense gives them a massive +14.8 point lead.
L.A. Lakers @ L.A. Clippers
LAL -3.1
Lakers
Despite the "road" game, the Lakers lead in PPG, FG%, and Plus/Minus.
Miami @ Portland
MIA -4.2
Miami







