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Free NBA Expert and Computer Picks For Every Game March 25, 2026

Atlanta Hawks logo ATL @ Detroit Pistons logo DET Wed, Mar 25 • 7:00 PM ET
5 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Ausar Thompson logo
Ausar Thompson o9.5 Points Scored (-106)
Projection 11.64 (Over)
Best Odds
o9.5 -106 DraftKings
Pick made: 3 hours ago
EV Model Rating
o9.5  -106
o9.5  -112
o9.5  -111
o9.5  -125
 -
o9.5  -110
This year, the other team's starting SFs have shot 55.3% on field goals (best in the NBA) vs. the Atlanta Hawks, identifying this as a strong matchup.. The Pistons will likely see a rise in opportunities in this game from facing the 3rd-quickest pace offense in the NBA this year (the Atlanta Hawks).. Offensive rebounds preserve possession and produce added opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Detroit Pistons rank 2nd-best in in the NBA with 14.0 offensive rebounds per game over the last 20 games.
-106 at DraftKings
Points Scored
Dyson Daniels logo
Dyson Daniels u11.5 Points Scored (-121)
Projection 9.89 (Under)
Best Odds
u11.5 -110 bet365
Pick made: 36 minutes ago
EV Model Rating
u11.5  -121
u11.5  -110
u11.5  -132
u10.5  +100
 -
u11.5  -130
The Atlanta Hawks are expected to see a decline in possessions today from being pitted against the 7th-most sluggish pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Detroit Pistons).. Offensive rebounds maintain possession and result in further chances for scoring and assists, but the Hawks grade out 5thworst in in the league away from their home court with just 9.9 offensive rebounds per game this year.
-110 at bet365
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Los Angeles Lakers logo LAL @ Indiana Pacers logo IND Wed, Mar 25 • 7:00 PM ET
4 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Austin Reaves logo
Austin Reaves u23.5 Points Scored (-110)
Projection 20.97 (Under)
Best Odds
u23.5 -110 FanDuel
Pick made: 10 minutes ago
EV Model Rating
u23.5  -120
u22.5  -110
u23.5  -110
u23.5  -120
u23.5  -114
u23.5  -115
The 3rd-least up-tempo pace-of-play away team in the league over the last 5 games has been the Lakers.. Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about more opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Lakers grade out 3rdworst in in the league with only 9.1 offensive rebounds per game over the last 25 games.
-110 at FanDuel
Points Scored
LeBron James logo
LeBron James o18.5 Points Scored (-114)
Projection 21.42 (Over)
Best Odds
o18.5 -114 FanDuel
Pick made: an hour ago
EV Model Rating
o18.5  -118
o18.5  -115
o18.5  -114
o18.5  -125
o18.5  -117
o18.5  -115
The Lakers rank as the 7th-highest scoring offense in the NBA over the last 15 games.. The Indiana Pacers have played at the 8th-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games, which should lead to increased opportunities for the Los Angeles Lakers.. The matchup against the Pacers is a positive one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting PFs have attempted a monstrous 5.8 free throws per game this year (most in the league).
-114 at FanDuel
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Chicago Bulls logo CHI @ Philadelphia 76ers logo PHI Wed, Mar 25 • 7:00 PM ET
8 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Quentin Grimes logo
Quentin Grimes u18.5 Points Scored (-115)
Projection 14.65 (Under)
Best Odds
u18.5 -115 bet365
Pick made: 18 minutes ago
EV Model Rating
u17.5  -118
u18.5  -115
u17.5  -118
u16.5  -110
u17.5  -118
u17.5  -115
The 76ers have been the 3rd-lowest scoring offense in the league over the last 10 games on their home court.. This year, the opposition's starting SGs have averaged 10.6 shot attempts per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Bulls, making this a hard matchup.. This year, the opposition's starting SGs have attempted 1.7 free throws per game (fewest in the league) vs. the Bulls, finding it difficult to get to the free-throw line.
-115 at bet365
Points Scored
Joel Embiid logo
Joel Embiid o22.5 Points Scored (-112)
Projection 26.98 (Over)
Best Odds
o22.5 -112 bet365
Pick made: 2 hours ago
EV Model Rating
o22.5  -117
o22.5  -112
o22.5  -112
o22.5  -125
o22.5  -125
o22.5  -120
Joel Embiid has logged 32.1 points per game over the last 10 games, 5.5 more than he's logged overall this season.. The 4th-fastest pace home offense in the league over the last 5 games has been the 76ers.. The Chicago Bulls have played at the fastest pace in the NBA over the last 20 games, which ought to lead to increased possessions for the Philadelphia 76ers.. Offensive rebounds retain possession and bring about additional chances for scoring and assists, and the 76ers grade out 4th-best in in the NBA with 13.6 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.
-112 at bet365
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Miami Heat logo MIA @ Cleveland Cavaliers logo CLE Wed, Mar 25 • 7:30 PM ET
3 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Donovan Mitchell logo
Donovan Mitchell u28.5 Points Scored (-109)
Projection 26.53 (Under)
Best Odds
u29.5 -130 FanDuel
Pick made: 2 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u28.5  -105
u28.5  -120
u29.5  -130
u28.5  -125
u28.5  -109
u28.5  -125
The Cavaliers have played at the 3rd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage.. Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about extra opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Cleveland Cavaliers grade out 6thworst in in the NBA playing at home with only 9.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.. The matchup against Miami may be a tough one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting SGs have attempted a lowly 1.0 free throws per game over the last 5 games when the Miami Heat are away from home (4th-least in the league).
-130 at FanDuel
Total Rebounds
Sam Merrill logo
Sam Merrill u3.5 Total Rebounds (-112)
Projection 2.87 (Under)
Best Odds
u3.5 -112 bet365
Pick made: 2 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u3.5  -159
u3.5  -112
u3.5  -162
u3.5  -150
u3.5  -162
u3.5  -175
The Cavaliers have played at the 3rd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage.. Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about extra opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Cleveland Cavaliers grade out 6thworst in in the NBA playing at home with only 9.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.
-112 at bet365
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Oklahoma City Thunder logo OKC @ Boston Celtics logo BOS Wed, Mar 25 • 7:30 PM ET
1 Expert Pick 4 Computer Picks
Total
Oklahoma City Thunder logo Boston Celtics logo u218.5 (-110)
Best Odds
u218.5 -115 BetMGM
Pick made: 10 hours ago
Chris Vasile image
Chris Vasile
Publishing Editor
u217.5  -110
u218.0  -110
u217.5  -108
u218.5  -115
u218.0  -110
u218.0  -110

Oklahoma City’s elite defense and Boston’s league-slowest pace create a half-court battle. Both teams are comfortable grinding possessions, and their last meeting totaled just 206 points. Expect a playoff-style game where scoring efficiency drops and possessions become limited.

Points Scored
Isaiah Hartenstein logo
Isaiah Hartenstein o6.5 Points Scored (+115)
Projection 8.45 (Over)
Best Odds
o6.5 +115 bet365
Pick made: an hour ago
EV Model Rating
o6.5  -111
o6.5  +115
o6.5  -106
o6.5  -135
o6.5  -117
o6.5  -105
The Thunder have been the 4th-highest scoring offense in the NBA away from their home court this year.. The Oklahoma City Thunder have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 5 games on the road.
+115 at bet365
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San Antonio Spurs logo SA @ Memphis Grizzlies logo MEM Wed, Mar 25 • 8:00 PM ET
4 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Devin Vassell logo
Devin Vassell o12.5 Points Scored (-120)
Projection 15.07 (Over)
Best Odds
o12.5 -120 bet365
Pick made: an hour ago
EV Model Rating
o13.5  -121
o12.5  -120
o13.5  -132
o13.5  -110
o13.5  -124
o13.5  -115
This year when they are the visiting squad, the opposition's starting SFs have totaled 15.8 points per game (9th-most in the league) vs. the Grizzlies, identifying this as a positive matchup for offensive performance.. The 6th-speediest pace road offense in the league over the last 5 games has been the San Antonio Spurs.. The Spurs will likely see a rise in possessions today from facing the 5th-most up-tempo pace home team in the NBA this year (the Grizzlies).. The Spurs rank as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
-120 at bet365
Points Scored
Cedric Coward logo
Cedric Coward o11.5 Points Scored (-112)
Projection 13.44 (Over)
Best Odds
o11.5 -112 bet365
Pick made: 6 hours ago
EV Model Rating
o12.5  -111
o11.5  -112
o12.5  -112
o14.5  +140
o12.5  -115
o12.5  -110
In terms of scoring, the Grizzlies's fantastic 116.8 points per game measures as the 8th-highest in the NBA over the last 25 games.. The Grizzlies have played at the 5th-speediest pace in the league while at home this year.. The Grizzlies will likely get a boost in possessions today from competing against the 6th-fastest tempo away offense in the league over the last 5 games (the San Antonio Spurs).
-112 at bet365
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Washington Wizards logo WAS @ Utah Jazz logo UTA Wed, Mar 25 • 9:00 PM ET
5 Computer Picks
Points Scored
CW
Cody Williams u18.5 Points Scored (-105)
Projection 14.11 (Under)
Best Odds
u18.5 -105 bet365
Pick made: 5 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u17.5  -117
u18.5  -105
u17.5  -114
 -
u17.5  -113
u17.5  -115
The Jazz rank as the 5th-least efficient 3-point shooting team in the league over the last 20 games.
-105 at bet365
Points Scored
Will Riley logo
Will Riley u17.5 Points Scored (-120)
Projection 15.19 (Under)
Best Odds
u17.5 -120 bet365
Pick made: 6 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u16.5  -106
u17.5  -120
u16.5  +100
 -
u16.5  -105
u16.5  -105
Offensive rebounds save possession and create additional chances for scoring and assists, but the Washington Wizards grade out 2ndworst in in the league with just 7.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.. The matchup vs. the Utah Jazz is a tough one for drawing fouls; the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted a lowly 1.8 free throws per game this year (2nd-least in the league).
-120 at bet365
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Houston Rockets logo HOU @ Minnesota Timberwolves logo MIN Wed, Mar 25 • 9:30 PM ET
5 Computer Picks
Points Scored
RS
Reed Sheppard o14.5 Points Scored (-124)
Projection 16.57 (Over)
Best Odds
o14.5 -124 DraftKings
Pick made: 8 minutes ago
EV Model Rating
o14.5  -124
o15.5  -105
o15.5  -106
 -
o14.5  -150
o14.5  -125
Reed Sheppard has put up 16.7 points per game over the last 15 games, 3.6 higher than he's put up overall this season.. The 8th-most up-tempo pace-of-play road team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Rockets.. The Timberwolves have played at the 3rd-fastest pace in the league over the last 25 games in their home stadium, which ought to raise possessions for the Rockets.. Offensive rebounds save possession and result in further chances for scoring and assists, and the Rockets grade out best in in the league with 15.0 offensive rebounds per game this year.
-124 at DraftKings
Points Scored
Jaden McDaniels logo
Jaden McDaniels u16.5 Points Scored (-110)
Projection 14.53 (Under)
Best Odds
u16.5 -112 bet365
Pick made: 13 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u16.5  -122
u16.5  -112
u16.5  -128
 -
u16.5  -117
u16.5  -125
When it comes to shot attempts from beyond the arc, the 5th-least aggressive offense in the league over the last 5 games has been the Timberwolves.. The matchup against Houston may be a tough one for getting to the charity stripe; the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted a mere 2.0 foul shots per game over the last 10 games when the Houston Rockets are the visiting squad (2nd-least in the NBA).
-112 at bet365
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Dallas Mavericks logo DAL @ Denver Nuggets logo DEN Wed, Mar 25 • 10:00 PM ET
5 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Cameron Johnson logo
Cameron Johnson o10.5 Points Scored (-112)
Projection 12.63 (Over)
Best Odds
o10.5 -112 FanDuel
Pick made: 4 hours ago
EV Model Rating
o11.5  -120
o12.5  +100
o10.5  -112
 -
o11.5  -105
o11.5  -110
Cameron Johnson has notched 15.4 points per game over the last 5 games, 3.5 more than he's notched over the course of the season.. In terms of scoring, the Denver Nuggets's fantastic 120.9 points per game settles in as the most in the league this year.. The Denver Nuggets have played at the 8th-quickest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games.. The Mavericks have played at the 3rd-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Denver Nuggets.
-112 at FanDuel
Points Scored
Jamal Murray logo
Jamal Murray o22.5 Points Scored (-125)
Projection 25.76 (Over)
Best Odds
o22.5 -125 FanDuel
Pick made: 2 hours ago
EV Model Rating
o23.5  -107
o23.5  -120
o22.5  -125
 -
o23.5  -108
o23.5  -105
In terms of scoring, the Denver Nuggets's fantastic 120.9 points per game settles in as the most in the league this year.. This year when they have the home court advantage, the opposing team's starting PGs have averaged 2.4 3-pointers per game (9th-most in the league) against the Dallas Mavericks, creating a good matchup.. The Denver Nuggets have played at the 8th-quickest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games.. The Mavericks have played at the 3rd-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Denver Nuggets.
-125 at FanDuel
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Milwaukee Bucks logo MIL @ Portland Trail Blazers logo POR Wed, Mar 25 • 10:00 PM ET
5 Computer Picks
Points Scored
DC
Donovan Clingan u14.5 Points Scored (-105)
Projection 11.9 (Under)
Best Odds
u15.5 -132 FanDuel
Pick made: 34 minutes ago
EV Model Rating
u14.5  -102
u14.5  -105
u15.5  -132
 -
u14.5  -105
u14.5  -115
When it comes to shots from downtown, the Trail Blazers's unimpressive 34.0% rate of drained threes measures as the worst in the NBA this year.. The Bucks have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which should decrease possessions for the Trail Blazers.
-132 at FanDuel
Points Scored
Deni Avdija logo
Deni Avdija u24.5 Points Scored (-114)
Projection 21.52 (Under)
Best Odds
u24.5 -106 FanDuel
Pick made: 5 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u24.5  -113
u24.5  -112
u24.5  -106
 -
u24.5  -114
u24.5  -115
When it comes to shots from downtown, the Trail Blazers's unimpressive 34.0% rate of drained threes measures as the worst in the NBA this year.. The Bucks have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which should decrease possessions for the Trail Blazers.
-106 at FanDuel
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Brooklyn Nets logo BK @ Golden State Warriors logo GS Wed, Mar 25 • 10:00 PM ET
1 Expert Pick 5 Computer Picks
Spread
Brooklyn Nets logo BK +11.5 (-110)
Best Odds
+12.0 -110 Fanatics Sportsbook
Pick made: 7 hours ago
Eric Rosales image
Eric Rosales
Betting Analyst
+11.5  -110
+11.5  -105
+11.5  -110
+11.5  -110
+11.5  -110
+12.0  -110

Golden State has failed to cover the spread in 10 of its last 11 home games. 

Points Scored
Ben Saraf logo
Ben Saraf u9.5 Points Scored (+103)
Projection 7.35 (Under)
Best Odds
u9.5 +103 DraftKings
Pick made: 3 hours ago
EV Model Rating
u9.5  +103
 -
u9.5  -106
 -
u9.5  -104
u9.5  -105
The 4th-most sluggish pace-of-play offense in the NBA this year has been the Nets.. Offensive rebounds save possession and spark extra chances for scoring and assists, but the Nets rank 5thworst in in the NBA without the home court advantage with a mere 10.0 offensive boards per game this year.
+103 at DraftKings
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Toronto Raptors logo TOR @ LA Clippers logo LAC Wed, Mar 25 • 10:30 PM ET
2 Computer Picks
Points Scored
Bennedict Mathurin logo
Bennedict Mathurin u18.5 Points Scored (-120)
Projection 14.62 (Under)
Best Odds
u18.5 -120 bet365
Pick made: 6 minutes ago
EV Model Rating
u17.5  -111
u18.5  -120
u17.5  -114
 -
u17.5  -112
u17.5  -115
The 3rd-slowest pace-of-play team in the NBA this year has been the LA Clippers.. The LA Clippers are expected to suffer a reduction in opportunities in this game from sharing the court with the 10th-most sluggish pace-of-play offense in the league this year (the Raptors).. The LA Clippers rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 20 games at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
-120 at bet365
3-Pointers Made
Brook Lopez logo
Brook Lopez o1.5 3-Pointers Made (+155)
Projection 1.65 (Over)
Best Odds
o1.5 +155 bet365
Pick made: 2 hours ago
EV Model Rating
o1.5  +138
o1.5  +155
o1.5  +126
 -
o1.5  +113
o1.5  +130
The LA Clippers have been the 6th-most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA at home this year.
+155 at bet365
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