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NBA Finals Odds: Pacers vs Thunder – Game 7

Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Betting Analysis

The NBA season comes down to one game on Sunday night.

Game 7 of the NBA Finals will be played in Oklahoma City as the Thunder face the Indiana Pacers. In NBA odds, OKC is a 7 1/2-point favorite at BetUS.

That’s a big number, but the Thunder have been tough at home, especially after a loss. They were thumped big time in Game 6 on Thursday.

OKC has been lethal after a defeat in these playoffs, winning many games by double digits.

Some Basketball History

This will be the 20th Game 7 in NBA Finals history.

If one decides to bet on the NBA and the huge game, it could be worth considering this fact when making a moneyline wager: There have been four road teams to win the championship in such games.

They were:

  • Cavs over Warriors 2016
  • Bullets over Sonics 1978
  • Celtics over Bucks 1974
  • Celtics over Lakers 1969

Now, one of the home teams to lose a Game 7 was the Seattle Supersonics. That franchise is now … the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Will NBA history repeat itself with the Pacers winning their first title in the league? Or will the Thunder capture their first crown?

Moneyline, Totals, Other Wagering Options

The Thunder got out fast in Game 6, leading 10-2 before it all fell apart.

The home crowd will be roaring, so it will be no surprise if OKC looks to erupt fast. However, the Pacers would like to take the fans out of the game.

The guess here is OKC will be ready and able after the debacle at Gainsbridge Field House to make a statement in NBA first half lines.

NBA odds: The Pacers are +253  on the moneyline. The Thunder are -305. The total is set at 215½.

Do not be surprised if this game sees rabid, frenetic defense, and that could lead to some poor shooting by both teams.

What’s the Prop Market?

Interestingly, the prop scene leans heavily toward a big win by the Thunder. At BetUS, the lowest number is +450 with OKC winning by between 10-13 points. The Thunder to win by 21 or more is +500.

The lowest number in this category for Indiana is +800 for a three-to-six-point win. That is an indicator the books won’t be surprised if OKC captures the crown in a romp.

MVP Race Down to Quartet

The odds-on favorite to come away with the Finals MVP is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (-230), and expect a huge game from the regular-season MVP.

His teammate Jalen Williams sits at +1000. He would have to have a massive game to bump SGA.

On the Pacers’ side, Tyrese Haliburton is +1200, with Pascal Siakam at +325.

Given Haliburton’s play over the last couple of games since straining his right calf, look for the slender forward from Cameroon to earn honors if Indy wins.

Another way NBA history could strangely repeat itself would be if the Thunder wins.

In 1979, the SuperSonics won their only title. That was the same year the Los Angeles Lakers were sold.

NBA news saw the Buss family selling a majority interest in the team to Mark Walter recently.

Could the Thunder do what their Sonics predecessors did and win the title in the same season that one of the NBA’s glamour franchises changed hands?

Pick: Thunder – 7½ points, SGA MVP -230

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How To Bet On NBA Odds

The typical ways to bet on NBA games are like most sports. There is against the spread, where a team has to win by more points than it is favored by or lose by less than it is the underdog.

There is the moneyline where you are betting on your team to win the game. Sounds simple, right? It isn’t because odds teeter and there is no guarantee an upset won’t happen. Then there is the total where you are betting whether a game will go over or under a certain number of points. You can also find plenty of prop options in every NBA game.

Favorite NBA Betting Types

  • NBA Moneyline: Moneyline odds indicate the amount you can win or need to wager on a particular team to win the game outright. Positive numbers represent the potential profit on a $100 bet, while negative numbers show the amount you need to bet to win $100.

Moneyline odds are one of the most straightforward ways to bet on NBA games. They show the potential profit or risk of betting on a particular team to win the game outright.

Here’s how to understand moneyline odds:

Positive Moneyline (+)

When you see a positive number next to a team’s name (e.g., +150 for the San Antonio Spurs), it means they are the underdog. In this case, a $100 bet on the Spurs would yield a $150 profit if they win the game. So, if you bet $100 on the Lakers and they win, you’d get back $250 ($100 initial bet + $150 profit).

Negative Moneyline (-)

Negative numbers (e.g., -120 for the Memphis Grizzlies) indicate the favorite. A negative moneyline tells you how much you need to wager to win $100. In this example, you’d need to bet $120 on the Nets to win $100 if they emerge victorious. Chances are that the Brooklyn Nets will win the game which is why the odds are in their favor.

Example: If you see the Los Angeles Lakers at +150 and the Brooklyn Nets at -120, a $100 bet on the Lakers would yield a $150 profit if they win, while a $120 bet on the Nets would yield $100 if they win.

  • NBA Spreads: Point spread odds level the playing field by giving an advantage (plus points) to the underdog and a disadvantage (minus points) to the favorite. Betting on the point spread involves predicting if a team will win by more points than the spread suggests. They assign a handicap (plus or minus points) to each team to make the game more balanced in the eyes of bettors.

Here’s how point spread odds work

Favorite (-): The team with a negative point spread is expected to win by more points than indicated. For instance, if the Golden State Warriors have a point spread of -5.5 against the Miami Heat, they must win the game by at least 6 points for a bet on them to be successful.

Underdog (+): The team with a positive point spread is the underdog and can lose the game by a certain margin and still cover the spread. In our example, if you bet on the Miami Heat with a point spread of +5.5, they need to either win the game outright or lose by less than 6 points for your bet to win.

Example: If the Golden State Warriors have a -5.5 point spread against the Miami Heat, they need to win by 6 or more points for a bet on them to pay out.

  • NBA Totals: Over/under odds, also known as totals, focus on the combined number of points scored by both teams in an NBA game. Bettors wager on whether the actual total will be over or under the number set by oddsmakers.

Here’s how to understand over/under odds:

Over: If you bet the “over” on the total points, you’re predicting that the combined score of both teams will exceed the specified total. For example, if the over/under is set at 215 points, and the final score is 216 or more, your bet wins.

Under: Betting the “under” means you believe the combined score will be less than the specified total. If the final score in the same example is 214 points or fewer, your bet is successful.

Over/Under Example: If the over/under for a game is set at 215 points, a bet on the “over” wins if the final score is 216 points or higher.

  • NBA Player Props: If you’re interested in individual player performances, NBA player props are a great choice. These bets let you wager on specific player statistics, such as points scored, rebounds, or assists.
  • NBA Championship Odds: For those interested in long-term bets, NBA championship odds are popular. You can bet on which team will win the NBA championship at the end of the season.
  • NBA Parlays: Parlays are multiple selections combined into a single wager. While the potential payouts can be high, all selections must be correct to win.

How to Read and Interpret NBA Odds

Understanding how to read NBA odds is just the beginning. You can research the teams and keep track of players so that you make informed bets and stand a better chance of winning.

Research Matters

Before placing any bets, research the teams, player statistics, injuries, and recent performance. This information can help you make more informed betting decisions. You can, for example, follow an NBA team closely and watch as they perform.

You can then bet for them or against them, as you have gathered all the information related to their appearances.

Bankroll Management

Set a budget for your betting activities and stick to it. With NBA odds it’s easy to set a weekly budget. You know that for 2023-2024, there will be 82 games involving 30 teams. If you are following a few teams, watch closely and spread your bets as your team performs and plays.

Never bet more than you can afford to lose, and avoid chasing losses by making reckless bets. The best bet is an informed bet that matches your financial situation.

Keep Track

Keeping a record of your bets can help you analyze your results and identify trends. This can be valuable for improving your betting strategy over time. Just like companies check their sales and see which products sell the best, so with NBA odds keep watch of how your previous bets worked out for you.

NBA Odds at a Glance

Now that you know the types of NBA odds, it’s practical to understand how to interpret them when making betting decisions. Here is a summary of the key points worth remembering.

  • Positive moneyline odds indicate an underdog, while negative odds represent the favorite.
  • Point spread odds require you to consider the margin of victory.
  • Over/under odds are all about predicting the total points scored in a game.

While NBA odds might appear complex at first, it’s easy to understand them and start working with them if you are looking to get into sports betting.

Grasping the basics of moneyline odds, point spread odds, and over/under odds can open up an exciting world of wagering on NBA games and NBA odds.

As you gain more experience, you can explore more advanced betting strategies and make even more informed bets that follow complex action plans.

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The plus sign (+) is used to indicate underdog teams, representing the potential profit on a $100 bet. The minus sign (-) is used for favorite teams, showing the amount you need to bet to win $100.

For positive moneyline odds, divide your bet amount by 100 and then multiply by the positive number to calculate your potential profit. For negative moneyline odds, divide 100 by the absolute value of the negative number and then multiply by your bet amount to determine potential profit.

If the point spread results in a tie, or a “push,” your bet is typically refunded, and no winnings or losses are incurred.

Yes, besides moneyline, point spread, and over/under bets, you can explore parlay bets (combining multiple bets into one), teasers (adjusting point spreads for multiple games), and futures bets (predicting outcomes of future events, like NBA championships).

Yes, many sportsbooks offer a wide range of prop bets (proposition bets) that allow you to wager on various aspects of the game, including individual player statistics, the first team to score, and more.

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