We’ve got another five-game slate in the NBA tonight. Therefore, I went to the AI Model to find some of the best bets on tonight’s slate.
Here are the top three bets available at the top-rated sportsbooks.
Picks Summary
- Bulls +7 (-110)
- Raptors-Warriors Over 226 (-110)
- Lakers +3.5 (-110)
*All odds from Bet365 (check our Bet365 Review)
Chicago Bulls vs. Sacramento Kings
Thursday, March 20, 2025 – 10:00 PM EDT at Golden 1 Center
The AI Model predicts the Bulls will lose to the Kings, 120-115 on the road. However, the Bulls are +7 against the spread at Bet365 and would cover in this scenario.
The Bulls Can Still Shoot!
It hasn’t been the best of seasons for the Chicago Bulls. But I’m here to remind you that the Bulls can still shoot efficiently. The Bulls have added a 55.1% effective field goal percentage and will battle a Kings defense that has allowed a 55.8% effective field goal percentage.
Don’t expect the Bulls to add many offensive rebounds, but as long as Chicago shoots at a reasonable rate tonight, they’ll still be in this game.
The Kings typically send teams to the foul line frequently and are below average at forcing turnovers. The Bulls have many advantages.
The Bulls Should Do The Little Things On Defense!
The Kings have only turned the ball over 13.4% of the time, and that should stay true tonight. However, Chicago has limited teams to 26.7% of offensive rebounds and an 18.3% free-throw rate.
The Kings are usually very good in these two areas. However, I’d expect the Bulls to limit the Kings in those two areas to stay within distance in this game.
Rock with the Bulls at +7.
NBA Pick: Bulls +7 (-110) at Bet365
Toronto Raptors vs. Golden State Warriors
Thursday, March 20, 2025 – 10:00 PM EDT at Chase Center
The AI Model believes the Raptors and Warriors will combine for 227 points. However, the total for this game is currently stuck at 226 via Caesars. That means the Over has some value ahead of tonight’s action.
Can Toronto Find Its Offense?
Although the Toronto Raptors have been injured all year, Ja’Kobe Walter, Jakob Poeltl, and Jared Rhoden will likely play in this game.
That should at least help the offense find some rhythm. Toronto is already a top offensive-rebounding team in the NBA; they just need more shots to fall. Ultimately, the Warriors are slightly above average in defensive effective field goal percentage, but the Raptors should still find some quality looks in this game.
The Warriors Will Have a Rested Steph Curry
The Warriors sat Steph Curry in their game against the Bucks. The Warriors won that game anyway but played a very slow-paced game to get the win.
With Curry well rested, the Warriors should find more explosive offensive possessions and will likely move a bit faster.
I like the Over 226 and will stick with the AI Model here.
NBA Pick: Raptors-Warriors Over 226 (-110) at Bet365
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Thursday, March 20, 2025 – 10:30 PM EDT at Crypto.com Arena
The AI Model suggests the Bucks will escape the Lakers by two points on the road. Meanwhile, the Lakers are +3.5 against the spread at most sportsbooks. Los Angeles would still cover at home.
The Lakers Have Won Three Straight!
The LeBron-less Lakers have won three consecutive games heading into this one.
The offense has added at least 120 points in two straight games and has held teams below 110 points in each of their last three games.
The Lakers currently rank 11th in points per 100 possessions. On defense, they’ve allowed just a 53.6% effective field goal percentage and a 17.8% free-throw rate. The Lakers have actually played well defensively since adding Luka Doncic, which wasn’t really expected.
Meanwhile, the Lakers have struggled a bit on the defensive glass. That said, the Bucks rank dead last in offensive rebounding, so the Lakers should be fine there.
Can The Lakers Get To The Foul Line More?
The Los Angeles Lakers should be able to get to the foul line more and add better shot attempts. After all, the Lakers rank 9th in effective field goal percentage and first in the NBA in free throw rate.
The Lakers have also given up just 13.9% of turnovers, which is ideal since the Bucks have added only 12.7%.
Take a chance with the Lakers at +3.5.
NBA Pick: Lakers +3.5 (-110) at Bet365
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