For the sixth day of NBA Summer League action out in Las Vegas, we've got a busy schedule of eight games to toss a handful of moneyline, spread, and total expert picks at for potential gains.
Here's a look at some bets to consider for tonight's slate on Wednesday, July 17.
Past NBA Summer League Expert Picks
| Bet | Record | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | 3-0 | 1.83 |
| Spread | 2-1 | 0.8 |
| OVER/UNDER | 1-2 | -1.12 |
| Overall | 6-3 | 0.76 |
Toronto Raptors vs. Utah Jazz
| Team | Spread | Money | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Raptors | -2.5 (-108) | -144 | O 172.5 (-108) |
| Utah Jazz | +2.5 (-112) | +118 | U 172.5 (-112) |
Expert Pick: Toronto Raptors ATS -2.5
The Toronto Raptors are currently one of eight teams remaining in the competition with an unblemished record, averaging 89 points per game with a pair of victories over the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets. No one player on the roster is averaging more than 14 points, so it's been an evenly-distributed effort across the board with a number of prospects receiving ample playing time.
Both the Raptors and Utah Jazz have had plenty of rest for this meeting, and that bodes well for a Toronto squad that goes deep into its bench. Utah is giving heavy minutes to its 2024 draft picks like Cody Williams and Kyle Filipowski, led by Williams contributing 17.5 points per contest.
Toronto still has a credible shot at qualifying for one of those pivotal last four spots to vie for a Summer League crown, and with the Jazz having already suffered a defeat, expect the Raptors to close up shop here and improve to 3-0.
Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets
| Team | Spread | Money | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Celtics | -2.5 (-106) | -138 | O 176.5 (-112) |
| Charlotte Hornets | +2.5 (-114) | +112 | U 176.5 (-108) |
Expert Pick: Charlotte Hornets ML
This is the first pick at plus money we're making as of yet, calling for an upset on the moneyline which is only an upset on the betting scale and certainly not from a basketball perspective.
The Charlotte Hornets are riding an undefeated five-game winning streak dating back to the California Classic where it went a flawless 3-0, following that up with recent wins over the Nuggets and New York Knicks. This comes while the team is shooting under 40 percent from the field, mind you, while ranking 17th overall in points per game.
As formidable as the Boston Celtics have appeared through two outings, especially with the one-two punch of Jaden Springer and big man Neemias Queta, the potential here is too grand for Charlotte and the larger profit, even if Brandon Miller remains out with an injured ankle.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Orlando Magic
| Team | Spread | Money | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis Grizzlies | -2.5 (-110) | -152 | O 184.5 (-110) |
| Orlando Magic | +2.5 (-110) | +124 | U 184.5 (-110) |
Expert Pick: OVER 184.5 Total Points
When two of the top four scoring teams in the Summer League clash, no matter what oddsmakers have set, you have to feel strongly about riding the OVER.
The Memphis Grizzlies are one of three teams averaging triple-digit scoring at 105.5 points per contest, while the Orlando Magic are a smidge under at 98.5. They also sit second and third in field-goal efficiency, respectively, as well.
There's no need to overthink this, as Grizzlies-Magic should be a high-scoring affair.
