Introduction to Tuesday’s NBA Games
The NBA slate for Tuesday features six exciting games, with the Golden State Warriors-Oklahoma City Thunder matchup being one of the most intriguing. This game pits two teams with different trajectories against each other: the Thunder, who are rising with a fast, skilled, and unselfish team built around star point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and the Warriors, who are trying to prove they still belong in the championship conversation.
Fantasy Streamers for Tuesday
For fantasy basketball players, there are several streamers to consider for Tuesday’s games.
Ace Bailey
Ace Bailey, SF/PF for the Utah Jazz, is a strong streaming option. He has played 24 or more minutes and scored at least 23 fantasy points in two straight games. Bailey should continue to hold a key role in Utah’s rotation, making him a good choice against the Indiana Pacers.
Terance Mann
Terance Mann, SG/SF for the Brooklyn Nets, is another option. Although his recent performances have been lackluster, with only 16 points over the last two games against strong defenses, he faces a much easier matchup against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. This could be an opportunity for him to produce better fantasy numbers.
Monte Morris
Monte Morris, PG for the Indiana Pacers, finished with 21 fantasy points in 20 minutes on Sunday against the Warriors. Given the Pacers’ multiple backcourt injuries, Morris is likely to maintain a meaningful role, making him a solid streaming option against the Jazz, who have a poor defensive rating.
Betting Angles for Tuesday
Several betting angles stand out for Tuesday’s games.
Jimmy Butler III
Jimmy Butler III going OVER 27.5 PRA (-105) is a favorable bet. Despite the Thunder leading the league in defensive rating, the absence of their best on-ball defender, Luguentz Dort, makes this a good spot for Butler to produce. He has surpassed this line in seven of his 10 games this season.
Cedric Coward
Cedric Coward going OVER 8.5 rebounds + assists (-125) is another bet to consider. The Memphis Grizzlies rookie has been making the most of his minutes, clearing this line in four of his last five games. Although there’s some blowout risk, Coward should still have enough minutes to get over 8.5 against the New York Knicks.
Ja Morant
Ja Morant going UNDER 33.5 PRA (-125) could be a good bet. The Knicks have a strong defense and have contained opposing point guards this year. With blowout risk, Morant’s minutes could be affected, making the under a reasonable choice.
Jamal Murray
Jamal Murray going OVER 31.5 PRA (-120) is a promising bet. He faces the Sacramento Kings, who rank near the bottom of the league defensively in pick-and-roll and transition situations, where Murray scores most of his points. With a 28% usage rate, Murray has a strong path to clearing this line.
Projections and Injury Reports
Here are the projections and injury reports for each game:
- Toronto Raptors at Brooklyn Nets: The Raptors are favored by 10.5 points, with a total of 231.5. Injury reports include Sandro Mamukelashvili (GTD – Neck) for the Raptors and Day’Ron Sharpe (GTD – Hamstring), Cam Thomas (OUT – Hamstring), and Haywood Highsmith (OUT – Knee) for the Nets.
- Memphis Grizzlies at New York Knicks: The Knicks are favored by 9.5 points, with a total of 231.5. The Grizzlies have several players out, including Scotty Pippen Jr., Javon Small, Zach Edey, Brandon Clarke, Ty Jerome, while the Knicks have Mitchell Robinson (GTD – Ankle) and Kevin McCullar Jr. (OUT – Back).
- Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers: The 76ers are favored by 1.5 points, with a total of 231.5. Jayson Tatum (OUT – Achilles) and Sam Hauser (GTD – Wrist) are listed for the Celtics, while the 76ers have Dominick Barlow (OUT – Elbow), Johni Broome (OUT – Ankle), and Paul George (OUT – Knee).
- Golden State Warriors at Oklahoma City Thunder: The Thunder are favored by 7.5 points, with a total of 228.5. Al Horford (GTD – Toe), Alex Toohey (GTD – Knee), and De’Anthony Melton (OUT – Knee) are listed for the Warriors, while the Thunder have Nikola Topic (OUT – Groin), Thomas Sorber (OFS – Knee), Aaron Wiggins (OUT – Thigh), Jalen Williams (OUT – Wrist), Kenrich Williams (OUT – Knee), and Luguentz Dort (OUT – Shoulder).
- Indiana Pacers at Utah Jazz: The Pacers are favored by 2.5 points, with a total of 232.5. The Pacers have Obi Toppin (OUT – Foot), Tyrese Haliburton (OFS – Achilles), and several others out, while the Jazz have Walker Kessler (OFS – Shoulder), Georges Niang (GTD – Foot), Kyle Anderson (GTD – Back), and Taylor Hendricks (GTD – Hamstring).
- Denver Nuggets at Sacramento Kings: The Nuggets are favored by 8.5 points, with a total of 242.5. Aaron Gordon (GTD – Hamstring) and Jamal Murray (GTD – Calf) are listed for the Nuggets, while the Kings have Domantas Sabonis (GTD – Ribs) and Keegan Murray (OUT – Thumb).
Conclusion
Tuesday’s NBA games offer a lot of excitement for fans and opportunities for fantasy basketball players and bettors. With several closely matched games and key players injured or questionable, making informed decisions based on the latest injury reports and projections will be crucial. Whether you’re looking to stream players for your fantasy team or place bets on the outcomes of the games, understanding the strengths, weaknesses, and current situations of each team is essential. As the season progresses, these matchups will play a significant role in shaping the standings and playoff picture, making each game count for the teams involved.
