After a big October to tip off the season, November has been a frustrating grind, with me spinning my wheels on my NBA picks. However, I’m right around the even mark for the month, so I’m still in good shape. Here are your NBA predictions and preview for Monday, November 17th.
NBA Predictions & Preview For Monday, November 17th
Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers
Start Time – 7:00 PM EST
There’s only so much one man can do, even if that man is named Giannis Antetokounmpo. ‘The Freak’ is having the best season of his illustrious career (career-highs in points and assists), but the Bucks are only 8-6, and the advanced stats have them rated as a below-average team.
And, despite no Darius Garland, the Cleveland Cavaliers are still a better team than the Bucks this season. My line is Cleveland -12, so the Cavs on the spread at home is the play.
Best Bet: Cleveland -6.5 (-108)
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves
Start Time – 8:00 PM EST
As expected, installing a 6’9″, 18-year-old rookie into the starting point guard job when he’s never played that position before has caused some growing pains for the Dallas Mavericks. But this mess is far from Cooper Flagg’s fault.
We don’t need to litigate all the unnecessary, self-inflicted damage the Mavs have done to their franchise – the Minnesota Timberwolves are going to beat them tomorrow. HOWEVER (swerve!), Dallas has been keeping it close in recent games, and my line is only Minnesota -8, so I’ll take the Mavericks plus the points.
Best Bet: Dallas +14 (-110)
2025/6 Overall Record: 29-23 (56%)
Profit (based on $100/bet): $315.46
Return on Investment: 6%
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