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Spurs vs. Raptors Predictions: Odds, expert picks, recent stats, trends and best bets for March 23
It’s Sunday, March 23, and the San Antonio Spurs (30-39) and Toronto Raptors (24-46) are all set to square off from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
The Spurs are currently 10-22 on the road with a point differential of -2, while the Raptors have a 4-6 record in their last ten games at home. This is the first of two meetings between the Spurs and Raptors.
Toronto lost three straight games but is 3-3 in the past six and 6-4 over the previous 10 games. San Antonio is 4-2 in the last six games and is 7-8 since the All-Star break.
We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game details & how to watch Spurs vs. Raptors live today
- Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025
- Time: 6:00PM EST
- Site: Scotiabank Arena
- City: Toronto, ON
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Game odds for Spurs vs. Raptors
The latest odds as of Sunday:
- Odds: Spurs (-108), Raptors (-111)
- Spread: Raptors -1
- Over/Under: 234 points
That gives the Spurs an implied team point total of 116.74, and the Raptors 117.26.
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Expert picks & predictions for Sunday’s Spurs vs. Raptors game
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Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) would look toward the Raptors ML before the Spurs:
"Toronto has dropped three straight games but this isn't the worst spot to back the Raptors. The Spurs are starting a three-game road trip with Detroit and Boston up next, while the Raptors had two days off after returning from their four-game West Coast trip. It's Raptors ML or pass for me."
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today’s Spurs & Raptors game:
- Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the San Antonio Spurs on the Moneyline.
- Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the San Antonio Spurs at +1.
- Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the under on the Game Total of 234.
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Important stats, trends & insights to know ahead of Spurs vs. Raptors on Sunday
- The Spurs have lost 3 straight road games
- The Spurs' last 4 road games have gone over the Total
- The Spurs have covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 games against teams with losing records
- The Spurs have won 4 of their last 5 matchups against Eastern Conference Atlantic Division teams
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Hornets vs. Heat Predictions: Odds, expert picks, recent stats, trends and best bets for March 23
It’s Sunday, March 23, and the Charlotte Hornets (18-52) and Miami Heat (29-41) are all set to square off from Kaseya Center in Miami.
The Hornets are currently 7-27 on the road with a point differential of -8, while the Heat have a 2-8 record in their last ten games at home. Miami is 2-1 against Charlotte this season, but lost the previous outing on March 10, 105-102).
Miami has lost 10 straight games, including one to the Hornets in their worst stretch of the season. Charlotte is 1-3 over the last four games and 4-4 in the previous eight games.
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Game details & how to watch Hornets vs. Heat live today
- Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025
- Time: 6:00PM EST
- Site: Kaseya Center
- City: Miami, FL
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Game odds for Hornets vs. Heat
The latest odds as of Sunday:
- Odds: Hornets (+131), Heat (-155)
- Spread: Heat -3.5
- Over/Under: 212 points
That gives the Hornets an implied team point total of 105.24, and the Heat 107.06.
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Expert picks & predictions for Sunday’s Hornets vs. Heat game
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Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) leans the Heat to cover against the Hornets:
"While Miami has lost 10 straight games and playing its worst basketball, you'd have to expect this is a spot they have circled for a win after playing postseason competition over the past few games. Splitting with Charlotte would be a rough outcome in any season for Miami. It's Miami or pass as Charlotte continues the tank for the worst record."
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today’s Hornets & Heat game:
- Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Miami Heat on the Moneyline.
- Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Charlotte Hornets at +3.
- Total: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Game Total of 212.
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Important stats, trends & insights to know ahead of Hornets vs. Heat on Sunday
- The Heat are on a 7-game losing streak at home
- The Over is 20-14 in the Heat's home games this season
- The Heat have failed to cover the Spread in 4 of their last 5 matchups against Eastern Conference teams
- The Hornets have a losing record (1-13) in divisional matchups this season
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76ers vs. Hawks Predictions: Odds, expert picks, recent stats, trends and best bets for March 23
It’s Sunday, March 23, and the Philadelphia 76ers (23-47) and Atlanta Hawks (34-36) are all set to square off from State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
The 76ers are currently 11-25 on the road with a point differential of -5, while the Hawks have a 6-4 record in their last ten games at home. Atlanta won the only meeting of the season 132-123 on March 10. This is the second of three matchups.
Atlanta has won two straight games and four of the past six, including last night's win over the Warriors. Philadelphia lost three straight and six of the previous seven games entering this meeting.
We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game details & how to watch 76ers vs. Hawks live today
- Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025
- Time: 6:00PM EST
- Site: State Farm Arena
- City: Atlanta, GA
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Game odds for 76ers vs. Hawks
The latest odds as of Sunday:
- Odds: 76ers (+370), Hawks (-488)
- Spread: Hawks -10.5
- Over/Under: 236 points
That gives the 76ers an implied team point total of 116.88, and the Hawks 122.36.
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Expert picks & predictions for Sunday’s 76ers vs. Hawks game
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Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) leans the Hawks to cover against the 76ers:
"Atlanta played last night and beat the Warriors, and while I don't like backing teams on no rest, the 76ers aren't a team worth backing at all. The Hawks continue their push to climb the eastern standings, while the 76ers continue to look forward to the end of the season. It's Hawks or pass."
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today’s 76ers & Hawks game:
- Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Philadelphia 76ers on the Moneyline.
- Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Philadelphia 76ers at +10.
- Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the under on the Game Total of 236.
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Important stats, trends & insights to know ahead of 76ers vs. Hawks on Sunday
- The 76ers have lost 3 straight road games
- The Hawks' last 6 games versus the 76ers have gone over the Total
- Eastern Conference Atlantic Division teams have won 4 of their last 5 matchups against Eastern Conference Southeast Division sides
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Michigan basketball celebrates after beating Texas A&M in NCAA tournament
The Michigan Wolverines celebrated with fans after knocking off Texas A&M in the second round of the NCAAs on Saturday, March 22, 2025 in Denver.
Florida fends off UConn, ends Huskies’ 3-peat bid
Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and basketball analyst Isis ‘Ice’ Young react to the Gators’ 77-75 win over the Huskies in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament.
Florida ends UConn’s bid for third straight national title with 77-75 March Madness win
Florida (32-4), one of the favorites for this year’s title, survived a strong challenge from coach Dan Hurley’s Huskies (24-11), who came in with modest expectations as a No. 8 seed but led for most of the second half.
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Kings share encouraging Sabonis injury update before game vs. Celtics
Kings share encouraging Sabonis injury update before game vs. Celtics originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Good news Kings fans.
Domantas Sabonis has made significant progress in the return to play process after missing Sacramento’s last three games with a moderate right ankle sprain, the Kings announced in a statement on Sunday. Sabonis will be questionable for Sacramento’s matchup with the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics on Monday night at Golden 1 Center.
The star center injured his ankle during the second quarter of the Kings’ 132-122 win over the Memphis Grizzlies last Monday.
Sacramento managed to grit out two tough wins over playoff-caliber opponents without Sabonis, earning impressive victories against the Grizzlies and Cleveland Cavaliers before falling to the Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks in back-to-back games.
While center Jonas Valančiūnas has filled in admirably during Sabonis’ absence, the All-NBA big man’s return to the court will be a massive boost to the Kings’ pursuit of a postseason spot in an air-tight Western Conference playoff picture.
Sabonis is averaging 19.2 points, 13.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists during the 2024-25 NBA season, and will seek to make an immediate impact upon his return to action.
Kings share encouraging Sabonis injury update before game vs. Celtics
Kings share encouraging Sabonis injury update before game vs. Celtics originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Good news, Kings fans.
Domantas Sabonis has made significant progress in the return-to-play process after missing Sacramento’s last three games with a moderate right ankle sprain, the Kings announced in a statement on Sunday. Sabonis will be questionable for Sacramento’s matchup with the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics on Monday night at Golden 1 Center.
The star center injured his ankle during the second quarter of the Kings’ 132-122 win over the Memphis Grizzlies last Monday.
Sacramento managed to grit out two tough wins over playoff-caliber opponents without Sabonis, earning impressive victories against the Grizzlies and Cleveland Cavaliers before falling to the Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks in back-to-back games.
While center Jonas Valančiūnas has filled in admirably during Sabonis’ absence, the All-NBA big man’s return to the court will be a massive boost to the Kings’ pursuit of a postseason spot in an airtight Western Conference playoff picture.
Sabonis is averaging 19.2 points, 13.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists during the 2024-25 NBA season, and will seek to make an immediate impact upon his return to action.