NEW YORK (AP) — Luka Doncic has been fined $50,000 for making a gesture toward an official during the Lakers' 110-97 win over the Knicks, the NBA announced Tuesday.

The incident occurred with 4:35 remaining in the third quarter on Sunday when Doncic fell backward after contact from Knicks forward Mohamed Diawara, who was driving to the basket. Doncic threw his hands up and did a “money” gesture toward the official by rubbing his fingers together.

Diawara shoveled the ball to Josh Hart, who scored the layup and cut the Knicks' deficit to 74-65.

The fine makes up roughly 0.109% of Doncic's $46 million salary this season.

Doncic went on to score next for the Lakers and finished with a game-high 35 points and added eight rebounds, four assists and two steals.

The Lakers (39-25) host the Timberwolves (40-24) on Tuesday night.

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It’s been tough to count on the Golden State Warriors this season, but the formbook suggests they’ll like tonight’s matchup against the Chicago Bulls.

Golden State has won eight of the last 10 meetings between these teams, and my Bulls vs Warriors predictions point to Chicago’s Josh Giddey as the only obstacle to a similar script on Tuesday. 

Get the lowdown on this March 10 battle with my free NBA picks and betting angles.

Bulls vs Warriors prediction

Bulls vs Warriors best bet: Josh Giddey Over 8.5 assists (-112)

The Chicago Bulls have been racking up losses, but that hasn't stopped Josh Giddey from continuing to deliver standout numbers. He’s coming off a triple-double at the weekend, and he’s dished 9+ assists in four straight outings.

Giddey’s playmaking goes up a notch on the road, and it helps that Chicago ranks eighth in the NBA in 3-point percentage this season.

With the Bulls playing with tanking freedom this month, the Aussie is on pace to match his 9.8 assists per game mark from November. I’m not scared off by his recent ankle issue, especially against a Golden State Warriors team that allowed 119 points in Utah last night.

Bulls vs Warriors same-game parlay

Although the Bulls have the rest advantage, I’m trusting the Warriors’ impressive 19-13 home record and the motivation to make amends for last night’s disappointing loss. Meanwhile, Chicago is 2-8 SU in its past 10 games.

Brandin Podziemski has a Giddey-like impact for Golden State, and that should translate to another do-it-all stat line. The Warriors guard has hauled in 7+ rebounds in eight of his last nine contests and drained 3+ triples in four straight outings.

Bulls vs Warriors SGP

• Warriors moneyline
• Brandin Podziemski Over 6.5 rebounds
• Brandin Podziemski Over 2.5 threes

Our "from downtown" SGP: Enter Sant-man

Podziemski and Gui Santos are keeping the long hair/headband combo alive, and this SGP taps into their expanded roles for a Warriors squad missing Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler. 

There’s also substance to go with the style, as the pair combined for 29 points and 16 rebounds last night.

Bulls vs Warriors SGP

• Brandin Podziemski Over 6.5 rebounds
• Brandin Podziemski Over 2.5 threes
• Gui Santos Over 15.5 points
• Gui Santos Over 7.5 rebounds

Bulls vs Warriors odds

• Spread: Bulls +6 (-110) | Warriors -6 (-110)
• Moneyline: Bulls +195 | Warriors -240
• Over/Under: Over 227.5 (-110) | Under 227.5 (-110)

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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jenna Guyer scored 21 points, Maddy Skorupski added 13 and Green Bay won its third straight Horizon League Tournament championship, pulling away from Youngstown State for a 57-49 victory on Tuesday.

The top-seeded Phoenix (25-8) advanced to its 21st NCAA Tournament by outscoring the second-seeded Penguins 17-10 in the fourth quarter to break open a tight game.

Guyer, the conference player of the year, was 7-of-11 shooting and 6 of 7 at the free-throw line. Skorupski had five steals and six rebounds.

Paulina Hernandez scored 12 points, Sophia Gregory added 11 and Casey Santoro had nine points and nine rebounds for the Penguins (24-9), who were vying for their first Horizon tourney title in their 25 years in the league.

Guyer scored the first five points in a 9-0 fourth-quarter run and Green Bay opened up an eight-point lead with 2 1/2 minutes remaining. The teams exchanged 3-pointers then Skorupski, who moments earlier made a diving save on the other end of the floor, hit a couple free throws for a 10-point lead — the game's largest — with 43.1 seconds left.

Trailing by three at halftime, Green Bay's Meghan Schultz scored the first five points and seven total in the third quarter. Kristina Ouimette hit a couple of late midrange jumpers and the Phoenix took a 40-39 lead into the fourth quarter.

After shooting 52% in the first half and taking a 28-25 lead at the break, the Penguins finished at 38%, as did Green Bay. The Phoenix had 10 more points off turnovers and nine more at the free-throw line.

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The Memphis Grizzlies continue their East Coast road trip tonight against the Philadelphia 76ers, with tip-off scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.

Jaylen Wells continues to thrive, and with Philly depleted, I’m eyeing him to show out in my Grizzlies vs. 76ers predictions.

Read more in my NBA picks for Tuesday, March 10.

Grizzlies vs 76ers prediction

Grizzlies vs 76ers best bet: Jaylen Wells Over 13.5 points (-120)

There’s been lots of drama surrounding the Memphis Grizzlies this season, but Jaylen Wells is a clear bright spot for the future. The youngster is averaging 12.7 ppg, and he’s put up 17.2 points per contest in March so far.

While Memphis lost on Monday, Wells had another impressive showing, pouring in 17 points. He’s hit the Over in four of his last five appearances, even scoring 24 last week against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Wells is averaging 13.9 ppg on the road compared to 11.9 at home, and he had 14 points earlier this season against Philly, who are without several key players here.

Grizzlies vs 76ers same-game parlay

Olivier-Maxence Prosper has been shooting the triple well lately. While he only takes 2.2 attempts per night, draining 0.9 for a 40% clip.

He’s cashed the Over in three straight, and the volume has been higher. Prosper has taken at least four treys in each of those games.

GG Jackson is averaging 11 ppg, and that number has shot up to 15 ppg in March. The youngster is coming off an 18-point showing against Brooklyn, and he’s hit the Over in points in two of his last three contests.

Grizzlies vs 76ers SGP

• Jaylen Wells Over 13.5 points
• Olivier-Maxence Prosper Over 1.5 threes
• GG Jackson Over 13.5 points

Our "from downtown" SGP: Threes pouring in

Wells has cashed the Over in three of his last four. Memphis just allowed the Nets to shoot 51% from deep, and with Philly depleted, Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre will get lots of shots.

Grizzlies vs 76ers SGP

• Olivier-Maxence Prosper Over 1.5 threes
• Jaylen Wells Over 2.5 threes
• Quentin Grimes Over 2.5 threes
• Kelly Oubre Over 2.5 threes

Grizzlies vs 76ers odds

• Spread: Memphis +3 (-110) | Philadelphia -3 (-110)
• Moneyline: Memphis +130 | Philadelphia -155
• Over/Under: Over 227.5 (-110) | Under 227.5 (-110)

Grizzlies vs 76ers betting trend to know

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There’s a new (old?) team atop the USA TODAY Sports NBA power rankings.

As the NBA calendar turns to the final month of the regular season, races for playoff seeding are tightening.

In the East, the difference between the top two teams, the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics, is just 2 ½ games. In the West, that margin between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs is only 3 games.

But there’s also a glut of teams in the middle of the Eastern Conference vying to climb out of the play-in picture, all of which points to a thrilling finish in the 2025-26 regular season.

Here are USA TODAY Sports’ NBA power rankings after Week 18 of the 2025-26 regular season:

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Bucks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

We’re combining this week’s tracking poll with the Reacts survey, soliciting your opinions on the state of the Bucks’ frontcourt. Jack and I discussed Myles Turner’s usage by this coaching staff on the most recent episode of Deer Diaries, including how Jericho Sims continues receiving more minutes. That’s inversely proportional to their contract sizes, but the two bring pretty different skillsets on both ends at the five.

While Sims is definitely the switchier option, which is important, the Bucks are too small and routinely get abused on switches. I certainly wouldn’t abandon switching altogether because it’s needed, especially in late-game situations, but I contend that it shouldn’t be their base scheme, preferring drop coverage with Turner. We’ve seen next to no drop from the Bucks this year, and despite a younger team which should theoretically switch better, this is their worst defense since the Jason Kidd years.

When that was their primary defensive look in the Brook Lopez years, Milwaukee always ranked among the top defenders of roll men, even last season. This year, they’re in 29th. If Turner wasn’t being switched off every pick-and-roll, or he wasn’t heading to the corner every time up the floor offensively and thus needing to cover more ground to get back on defense, I don’t think they’d be that bad. Maybe even solid. Essentially, use Turner like Brook Lopez, as we assumed they would, then use Sims when you need to switch, which shouldn’t always be their look.

In this week’s Tuesday Tracker, weigh in on Turner vs. Sims. We’re also keeping an eye on the Pelicans, who keep moving up the standings and are just a game away from seventh in the lottery standings; how should that impact the Bucks, given the swap rights they hold? For reference, here are the chances Milwaukee ends up at various draft positions if they remain in 10th and New Orleans is either sixth or seventh, factoring in that the better pick ends up in The Big Easy (though it then becomes property of Atlanta) via the swap:

As always, this poll will be open until midnight Central on Friday, and we’ll post the results later that day. Thanks for voting!

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It’s a 2021 Finals rematch as the Milwaukee Bucks host the Phoenix Suns tonight.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is ramping up his playing time, and my Suns vs. Bucks predictions expect him to go off at home.

Here are my top free NBA picks for this primetime cross-conference matchup on Tuesday, March 10.

Suns vs Bucks prediction

Suns vs Bucks best bet: Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 25.5 points (-115)

Giannis Antetokounmpo is a consistent 30-point scorer, and his minutes and production have been steadily increasing over his last two games as he returns from a lengthy absence, including a 27-point performance in 27 minutes.

The Milwaukee Bucks superstar has finished with 30+ points in each of his last four matchups against the Phoenix Suns, and he’ll need another big performance to get Milwaukee back in the win column.

Suns vs Bucks same-game parlay

Milwaukee can prevail by keeping the score low and avoiding a shootout, so I'm taking the Under on the total.

The Suns are 26-38 to the Under this season, and the Bucks are 28-35. Phoenix has hit the Under in seven of 11 games as the road favorite.

Kevin Porter Jr. will miss a fourth straight game, setting Ryan Rollins up to cash the Over on his combo line. Across his last three without KPJ, Rollins has averaged 27.4 PRA and gone for 26+ twice.

Suns vs Bucks SGP

• Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 25.5 points
• Under 217.5
• Ryan Rollins Over 24.5 points + rebounds + assists

Our "from downtown" SGP: Old Milwaukee

As the season winds down, the Bucks find themselves on the outside looking in, and every win is crucial to securing a spot in the Play-In Tournament.

Strong performances from Antetokounmpo and Rollins will lead Milwaukee to a much-needed dub.

Suns vs Bucks SGP

• Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 25.5 points
• Under 217.5
• Ryan Rollins Over 24.5 points + rebounds + assists
• Bucks moneyline

Suns vs Bucks odds

• Spread: Suns -1 (-110) | Bucks +1 (-110)
• Moneyline: Suns -115 | Bucks -105
• Over/Under: Over 217.5 (-110) | Under 217.5 (-110)

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The Knicks flew to LA, and they made sure to make it look like Hollywood lights don’t translate to winning nights—for New York, at least.

The Knickerbockers will remain on the road for a couple more games, yet they will surely get a break as Utah and Indy come up next.

Here’s the latest from your (not so of late) superheroes.

Mike Brown

On not overreacting to two turnover-heavy losses in Los Angeles:

“We had 18 or 19 turnovers last night. We had 20 tonight, and for 24 points. They outscored us by 14 points just in that area alone. So I like our fight. I like the way we played in the second half for the most part. We’ve just got to find a way to take care of the basketball. We’ve been pretty good in that area and yesterday we weren’t and today we weren’t. It’s one of those things we’re going to keep talking about, keep showing it and we’ll see how it goes forward. I’m not going to overreact to two games. On the road against good teams, it impacted the outcome of both games in a very heavy way.”

On losses being inevitable down the stretch:

“We’re going to lose. We’re going to take a hit. But hopefully we don’t take too many hits. And if and when we lose, there’s a right way, because sometimes you just face a team and they’re just hot . . . Sometimes it may not be your day or your night. As long as you’re trying to do the things that you’re supposed to do on both ends of the floor and you brought the correct approach to the game, then you chalk it up as, OK, let’s learn from this and keep it moving.”

On slipping in multiple areas vs. the Clippers:

“They’re human. We’re not going to [trend upward] all the time. We’re gonna slip in some areas. You just hope that you slip in one area instead of three [against the Lakers].”

On not liking the way the team lost on Monday:

“Our guys have been playing well. I’m just talking about tonight, and could it linger? Yeah, we could take another step back [Monday against the Los Angeles Clippers]. I don’t know. There’s some games you lose where you say, ‘You know what? They just shot the s— out of the ball, and it wasn’t our night.’ But to have a hand in losing a game yourself by not taking care of the things that are just effort and locked-​in things — [that’s the part that’s unacceptable].”

On turnovers being the biggest difference vs. the Clippers:

“Biggest difference in the basketball game was our turnovers. …I liked our fight. I liked the way we played in the second half for the most part. We’ve just got to find a way to take care of the basketball.”

On not being concerned about Brunson’s shooting slump:

“He’s human and he’s going to have some nights (when he struggles to shoot). His track record shows that he can go get it done. It’s not anything I’m concerned about or I’m looking at. And like I said, when he does have nights like that, how else can you impact the game, and he’s shown that he can do that.”

On giving Tyler Kolek a short opportunity on Monday:

“I thought Jose was struggling a little bit. So I threw Tyler out there to see if we could get something from him, similar to me throwing Jordan Clarkson out there (in the previous game against the Lakers). Tyler didn’t get a long time to play because we put Jalen out there to see if we could make a run. But I said this before, those guys have to keep themselves ready just in case their number is called. Because it can be called at any time.”

On crediting the medical staff for Mitchell Robinson’s health:

“Casey (Smith, the VP of Sports Medicine), Chico (Goenega, the head athletic trainer), those guys, and Quentin Dolan, those guys have done a nice job of coming up with a plan. And the biggest thing is to get him in games this year and making sure he stays healthy. And so our whole medical staff, starting with those three guys down to everybody that’s in our medical department. They’ve done a great job of keeping him healthy and keeping him in the game and practicing and stuff like that. So I applaud them more than anybody else for what they put together and how they’re executing it.”

Josh Hart

On Brunson staying even-keeled during his shooting slump:

“I think he’s been pretty good and pretty even-​keeled. I’m sure he’s probably frustrated with some of the stuff. Sometimes we probably have got to help him in terms of getting cleaner shots, getting better shots, maybe try to get him more into the flow of it. That’s something that we have to figure out. He works too hard to have bad-​shooting games consistently, so we know that’ll turn around. In the meantime, we have to make sure to make it easier on him.”

Jalen Brunson

On trusting his work through the shooting slump:

“It’s gonna happen. It’s part of the game. But you’ve got to continue to trust your work ethic and trust everything you put into it. Those things are gonna come around. That’s why you have to control the controllables. It’s part of being in basketball. Like I just said, you’ve got to trust your work ethic. Continue to be in the gym, do your routine, maybe switch it up a little bit, but at the same time, you’re still working on what you’ve got to work on.”

On how much pressure he puts on himself:

“As much as it needs to be.”

On playing into the Clippers’ strengths with turnovers:

“I think a lot of them, we were getting downhill and trying to make plays. But we got to be better playing off two feet obviously, playing more controlled. But (the Clippers) got a lot of guys on their team who are steal guys, who are long wingspans, play passing lanes. That’s what they do. We played to their strengths.”

Karl-Anthony Towns

On turnovers being the recipe for disaster vs. the Clippers:

“Treat the ball better. The turnovers obviously put us in a bad spot. We didn’t stop the bleeding in the second and fourth quarters. And even though we made three more shots than them, they made four more 3s. That’s a recipe right there for disaster.”

Mohamed Diawara

On dunking over Nic Batum:

“I was just driving and dunked the ball and fortunately (Batum) was there. But that was a good play. Funny to see that. My first dunk – my first poster – was against him.”

On finally getting his first NBA dunk:

“(The dunk) felt good. It was about time. I was looking forward to doing it.”

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The Miami Heat are riding their longest winning streak since November, while the Washington Wizards continue to trend in the opposite direction.

Tuesday’s matchup in Miami shapes up as a clear mismatch. Still, some money is backing Washington under the belief that every streak eventually comes to an end.

There’s little evidence to suggest that happens tonight. My Wizards vs. Heat predictions and NBA picks expect Miami to keep rolling on Tuesday, March 10, while Washington’s struggles continue.

Wizards vs Heat prediction

Wizards vs Heat best bet: Heat -15.5 (-110)

This doesn’t shape up as a trap game for the Miami Heat. Miami’s upcoming schedule features a struggling Bucks squad, followed by the solid but not intimidating Magic and the .500 Hornets.

The Heat typically stay locked in on the opponent in front of them since they’ve covered six straight games as double-digit favorites.

The Washington Wizards have the second-worst record in the Eastern Conference and are hitting a season low.

They’ve been double-digit underdogs in seven of the last eight games and are 0-8 straight up, 2-6 ATS over that span. They’ve lost their last two as 15+ point underdogs and are 2-7 in their last nine as double-digit dogs.

Wizards vs Heat same-game parlay

Both teams are in the top 10 in the league in pace. Miami plays at the fastest tempo in the NBA. However, the Heat haven’t faced an over/under cutoff this high in nine games.

They’ve gone over just three times in their last nine with a cutoff of 240 or more. Washington has gone over just once in its last five with a totals cutoff that high.

The Heat are without forwards Andrew Wiggins, Simone Fontecchio and Nikola Jovic. Bam Adebayo has picked up the slack, scoring at least 21 in each of the last six games.

He also has 20 or more shots in three of them after taking that many just three times the entire season up until then.

Wizards vs Heat SGP

• Heat -15.5
• Under 237.5 points
• Bam Adebayo Over 23.5 points

Our "from downtown" SGP: Offense still clocks in

Yes, we’re calling for the game to go under in the previous SGP, but someone still has to score the 225 or so points we’re expecting in this game.

Starting shooting guard Norman Powell has also been out for Miami and Jaime Jaquez has replaced some of that offense from the wing. He has scored 14 or more in six straight and has made 7 of his last 12 three-point attempts.

Trae Young is playing his third game back since joining the Wizards & he seems to be shaking off the rust. In his last game, he made two thirds of his shots from the field—a season high—and also hit 3-of-5 from three.

Wizards vs Heat SGP

• Heat -15.5
• Bam Adebayo Over 23.5 points
• Jaime Jaquez Jr. Over 18.5 points
• Trae Young Over 14.5 points

Wizards vs Heat odds

• Spread: Washington +15.5 (-110) | Miami -15.5 (-110)
• Moneyline: Washington +700 | Miami -1100
• Over/Under: Over 237.5 (-110) | Under 237.5 (-110)

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Two teams heading in opposite directions will face off on Tuesday night as the Dallas Mavericks visit the Atlanta Hawks.

Dallas has been struggling for over a month, and I like Atlanta to cover tonight in my Mavericks vs. Hawks predictions.

Let’s dive into how bettors can approach tonight’s game in my free NBA picks for Tuesday, March 10.

Mavericks vs Hawks prediction

Mavericks vs Hawks best bet: Hawks -9.5 (-110)

While the Dallas Mavericks have lost seven straight games and 17 of their last 19 overall, the Atlanta Hawks come into tonight’s game riding a six-game winning streak. Most importantly for bettors, Atlanta has covered in each of those six wins.

Dallas is struggling to score points. The Mavs are averaging 101.3 ppg over their last nine games, and have scored 100 points or less in four of those contests. That’s led to a series of blowouts, as they’ve lost by double digits in five of those games.

I see it happening again tonight, and I’m taking the Hawks to cover.

Mavericks vs Hawks same-game parlay

Dallas has hit the Under in six consecutive games, due mostly to an inability to consistently score points. I’m going to take the Under for my SGP, while throwing in a bet on Dyson Daniels to hit his PRA Over. Daniels has put up at least 24 PRA in each of his last four contests.

Mavericks vs Hawks SGP

• Hawks -9.5
• Under 240.5
• Daniels Over 23.5 P/R/A

Our "from downtown" SGP: Hawks offense shows out

I’m sticking with my Hawks and Under picks for my longshot parlay tonight, but I’m going to find a couple of Hawks prop bets that have good value to pair with them. 

That starts with taking Onyeka Okongwu to record a double-double, something he’s done in four of his last six games. I’m also backing Nickeil Alexander-Walker to hit Over 2.5 threes, a target he’s hit in five out of his last six contests.

Mavericks vs Hawks SGP

• Hawks -9.5
• Under 240.5
• Okongwu double-double
• Alexander-Walker Over 2.5 threes

Mavericks vs Hawks odds

• Spread: Mavericks +9.5 | Hawks -9.5
• Moneyline: Mavericks +325 | Hawks -426
• Over/Under: Over 240.5 | Under 240.5

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The stage is set for a potential NBA Finals preview as a pair of No. 2 seeds square off at Frost Bank Center tonight.

My Celtics vs. Spurs predictions put faith in the dynamic duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown in a game that should be epic.

Here are my free NBA picks for this premier matchup on Tuesday, March 10.

Celtics vs Spurs prediction

Celtics vs Spurs best bet: Celtics moneyline (+125)

The Boston Celtics are 22-11 straight up on the road, winning five of their last six outside Boston. 

A major part of that success was their Top 5 defensive rating, which held the Cavaliers' No. 4-ranked offense to 98 points in Cleveland.

A one-bucket spread shows oddsmakers expect a close game, and in close games, it's hard not to trust Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum over the San Antonio Spurs' young stars. 

This defense will flex its muscles once more to remain undefeated since Tatum returned.

Celtics vs Spurs same-game parlay

These are two of the best defenses in the Association, and the C's have been even more effective on the road, boasting a 110.6 defensive rating. Tonight's matchup will be a hard-fought, defensive battle.

Jayson Tatum posted 34 and 25 PRA in his first two games of the season, miraculously returning to the court ahead of schedule without much rust.

He doesn't need to score a ton of points to hit the Over on this line, as he went for 15/12/7 in his season debut.

Celtics vs Spurs SGP

• Celtics moneyline
• Under 222.5
• Jayson Tatum Over 31.5 points+rebounds+assists

Our "from downtown" SGP: Dynamic duo

Jaylen Brown's career-best 28.7 points per game have been a huge part of Boston's success this season, and the return of Tatum won't knock Brown's scoring average down significantly.

The 2024 NBA Finals MVP has scored 25+ in 41 of 57 appearances, and I expect him to step up against a formidable opponent in prime time.

Celtics vs Spurs SGP

• Celtics moneyline
• Under 222.5
• Jayson Tatum Over 31.5 points+rebounds+assists
• Jaylen Brown Over 24.5 points

Celtics vs Spurs odds

• Spread: Celtics +3.5 | Spurs -3.5
• Moneyline: Celtics -150 | Spurs +125
• Over/Under: Over 222.5 | Under 222.5

Celtics vs Spurs betting trend to know

The Boston Celtics have hit the game total Under in 30 of their last 40 games (+19.00 Units / 43% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Celtics vs. Spurs.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves laid an absolute egg on Saturday, a loss that should refocus them to such an extent that it should worry the Los Angeles Lakers tonight.

My Timberwolves vs. Lakers predictions and these NBA picks recognize Minnesota’s greatest edge in this matchup on Tuesday, March 10.

Timberwolves vs Lakers prediction

Timberwolves vs Lakers best bet: Under 234.0 (-110)

When the Minnesota Timberwolves dispatched the Los Angeles Lakers with ease in last year’s first round, it was largely a credit to how easily their defense mitigated the Lakers’ post game. Removing rim runners from Luka Doncic’s peripheral vision reduces Doncic’s overall effectiveness.

Thus, LA fell short of 105 points in four of the five games.

As Minnesota’s offense currently undergoes fits and starts, the best bet tonight should be doubting both it and Doncic’s ability to find teammates. A few botched drives because Jaxon Hayes and DeAndre Ayton cannot capitalize should be enough to doom this total.

Timberwolves vs Lakers same-game parlay

While these two met in the second game of the season, and Doncic tallied eight assists, that has been his only chance against the Timberwolves since last postseason. In those five games, Doncic averaged 5.8 assists. Minnesota knows how to slow his tosses to big men like DeAndre Ayton.

Timberwolves vs Lakers SGP

• Under 234
• Luka Doncic Under 7.5 assists
• DeAndre Ayton Under 8.5 points

Our "from downtown" SGP: Gobert's control

Rudy Gobert’s defense needs to become a Minnesota emphasis, and oftentimes, the Timberwolves reward his defense with added offense, part of how Gobert cleared this prop in each of his last two games.

Timberwolves vs Lakers SGP

• Under 234
• Luka Doncic Under 7.5 assists
• DeAndre Ayton Under 8.5 points
• Rudy Gobert Over 10.5 points

Timberwolves vs Lakers odds

• Spread: Timberwolves -3 | Lakers +3
• Moneyline: Timberwolves -150 | Lakers +125
• Over/Under: Over 234 | Under 234

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It’s a jam-packed night of NBA action with 11 games gracing the slate. That means plenty of star power on the court, and I’ve pinpointed some standout player props to watch.

My top picks tonight include Victor Wembanyama hosting another block party against the Celtics and Anthony Edwards lighting it up in Los Angeles. 

Find out more in my NBA picks for Tuesday, March 10.

Best NBA player props today

Player	Pick
Ty Jerome	Over 16.5 points	-115
Victor Wembanyama	Over 3.5 blocks	+130
Anthony Edwards	Over 3.5 threes	+100

Prop #1: Ty Jerome Over 16.5 points

-115 at bet365

Backing Ty Jerome continues to be one of my favorite plays. 

The Memphis Grizzlies are thin on scorers, so Jerome’s ability to put points on the board is a huge asset.

In the 10 games since returning to the Memphis lineup, he’s averaging 19.4 points while shooting 40.3% from beyond the arc.

Jerome's total for tonight’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers is 16.5. Philly ranks 17th in defensive rating and 23rd in points allowed per game to opposing guards, and Jerome has eclipsed this number in eight of his last 10 games.

• Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
• Where to watch: FanDuel Sports Network Southeast-Memphis, NBCSP

Prop #2: Victor Wembanyama Over 3.5 blocks

+130 at bet365

We all know Victor Wembanyama is on another level, and his block numbers have been out of this world lately. I’m betting he keeps the block party going when the San Antonio Spurs host the Boston Celtics.

Wemby is averaging an absurd 4.5 blocks per game over his last 10 outings, rejecting at least four shots in nine of those games. His blocks prop is set at 3.5 for tonight’s matchup against the C's, with the Over offering solid odds.

The Celtics rank sixth in the NBA for getting blocked per game, making this a bet too good to pass up.

• Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
• Where to watch: Peacock

Prop #3: Anthony Edwards Over 3.5 threes

+100 at bet365

Anthony Edwards is on fire from beyond the arc. 

Over his last 10 games, the Minnesota Timberwolves forward is shooting an impressive 44.8% on 9.6 attempts per game, and he looks set to keep that rolling tonight against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Edwards has nailed 4+ threes in seven of his last 10 games, and L.A.’s perimeter defense is average at best, allowing the fourth-worst opponent effective field goal percentage in the Association. 

• Time: 11:00 p.m. ET
• Where to watch: Peacock

These props are available now at bet365, one of our best betting sites.

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