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At Skybook, we're not just another betting platform – we're your ultimate NBA Betting destination. Every NBA betting option, like Moneylines, Spreads, Over/Under Totals, Prop bets, and Futures, are available at your fingertips at Skybook. 
 

We're not just here to offer you NBA odds. We are committed to guiding you in every step of your betting journey, helping you maximize your experience and bet smarter. That's why we've meticulously crafted this NBA betting guide to arm you with the knowledge and strategies you need to succeed. 
 

The National Basketball Association, better known as the NBA, is the elite professional basketball league in the United States and Canada. It is also the greatest professional league for men's basketball worldwide.
 

The NBA league is integrated by 30 teams, divided into two regional conferences, each with three divisions of five teams. During the NBA regular season, every team plays 82 games between the months of October and April.
 

Eastern Conference
 

Atlantic Division:
 
  • Boston Celtics
  • Brooklyn Nets
  • New York Knicks 
  • Philadelphia 76ers 
  • Toronto Raptors 

Central Division:
 
  • Chicago Bulls 
  • Cleveland Cavaliers 
  • Detroit Pistons 
  • Indiana Pacers 
  • Milwaukee Bucks 

Southeast Division:
 
  • Atlanta Hawks 
  • Charlotte Hornets 
  • Miami Heat 
  • Orlando Magic 
  • Washington Wizards 

Western Conference 
 

Northwest Division:
 
  • Denver Nuggets 
  • Minnesota Timberwolves 
  • Oklahoma City Thunder 
  • Portland Trail Blazers 
  • Utah Jazz 

Pacific Division:
 
  • Golden State Warriors 
  • Los Angeles Clippers 
  • Los Angeles Lakers 
  • Phoenix Suns 
  • Sacramento Kings 

Southwest Division:
 
  • Dallas Mavericks 
  • Houston Rockets 
  • Memphis Grizzlies 
  • New Orleans Pelicans 
  • San Antonio Spurs 

How to Bet on the NBA
 

This NBA Betting Guide will provide you with all the fundamental knowledge needed to place your NBA wagers. It covers all the NBA betting odds, their meaning, and how to use them. 
 

With a bit of preparation, making profitable and enjoyable NBA bets is possible. However, before diving into it, it's essential to understand the basics of NBA betting odds. 
 

The NBA has consistently been a popular choice for online betting. Understanding the NBA odds options, the terminology, and the most typical NBA betting types will increase your chances of success.
 

In this section, we will discuss every NBA betting option, explain how to read the NBA odds, and examine the different NBA bet types in depth, including their potential payouts.
 

Fortunately, understanding the most essential NBA odds is simple, especially if you're familiar with other sports. 
 

NBA betting lines use the American format that expresses the odds on a $100 base, with the favorite showing a negative (-) value and the underdog featuring a positive (+) value. Below, we will summarize the most popular NBA wagers offered by Skybook.ag.
 

NBA Moneylines
 

NBA Moneylines are the most straightforward NBA betting line, which is why it is the most widely used in most major sports worldwide. The NBA Moneyline wager, sometimes referred to by the acronym ML, as outright or straight-up, only requires you to select the team you predict will win. Let's illustrate this with an NBA Moneylines example:
 

Boston Celtics -210
 

Philadelphia 76ers +175
 

First of all, the order in the NBA Moneyline puts the visitor first and the home team second. We can see that the Celtics are significant road favorites at -210, and the 76ers are home underdogs at +175.
 

If you decide on the Celtics NBA Moneyline at -210, you would need to risk $210 to win $100. Conversely, if you bet on the 76ers Moneyline at +175, you'd stand to win $175 for every $100 wager.
 

NBA Point Spreads
 

Even though NBA Moneylines might be the most straightforward to understand, the NBA point spread lines offer a handicap that makes them very popular. 
 

The NBA point spread's purpose is to level the playing field even in the most uneven situations. It grants points based on the expected outcome of every game, which is especially useful in games with a serious advantage that makes the NBA Moneyline option unviable. 
 

Let's probe the NBA Moneyline using the same example:
 

Boston Celtics -5½ (-110)
 

Philadelphia 76ers +5½ (-110)
 

In this scenario, the Celtics NBA Spread line proposes that the Celtics are favored to win by six points or more. Conversely, the 76ers NBA Spread considers them the underdogs, giving you a five-point advantage. 
 

A narrow NBA spread of four points or less indicates that the match will be closely contested, whereas a wide spread of five points or more signals a significant advantage for the favorites. Including a ½ fractional point in some NBA spreads breaks the possibility of a tie or push.
 

NBA Totals, Over/Under Odds
 

NBA Totals, also referred to as NBA Over/Under odds, allow you to bet on an estimated combined score of the game. You predict if the total points scored by both teams will be higher (over) or lower (under) than the set value. If the final score matches the estimate exactly, it will result in a tie or a push, and all bets will be refunded. 
 

Here's an example of an NBA Totals line based on the previous example:
 

Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers
 

● Total: 221.5
 

● Over odds: -110
 

● Under odds: -110
 

When placing a wager on NBA Totals, there is no concern about who the winner of the game is. The NBA Over/Under odds only take into account the total points scored by both teams combined.
 

If you bet on the Over in this game, the Celtics and the 76ers would have to score at least 222 combined points. Anything less than that would result in a success for underdogs the Under wagers.
 

Skybook.ag also allows you to bet on individual NBA totals, separating each team individually in an NBA Over/Under line that you can bet on, whether they win or lose.
 

NBA Parlays
 

NBA Parlays are a fantastic way to maximize your winnings by combining several NBA betting lines into one wager. On the downside, the more lines you combine, the more difficult it is to win, reflected in the potential payout. NBA Parlays are the best way to get a greater payout from a relatively small investment.
 

In an NBA Parlay, the odds of the multiple individual lines are combined and 'multiplied' into a single payout. As a combined bet, an NBA Parlay requires all of the combined lines to win to cash out, also making them one of the most exciting NBA betting options.
 

The following table represents a classic NBA Las Vegas odds parlay payout card, similar to NBA Moneylines, which are based on a $100 wager.
 

Parlay - Odds - Payout
 

2 Team Parlay - +260 - $260
 

3 Team Parlay - +600 - $600
 

4 Team Parlay - +1100 - $1,100
 

5 Team Parlay - +2200 - $2,200
 

6 Team Parlay - +4500 - $4,500
 

7 Team Parlay - +9000 - $9,000
 

8 Team Parlay - +18000 - $18,000
 

9 Team Parlay -  +36000 - $36,000
 

10 Team Parlay -  +72000 - $72,000
 

NBA Teasers
 

In this section, we will explain NBA Teasers and discuss how you can incorporate them into your betting strategy.
 

An NBA Teaser, much like an NBA Parlay, combines multiple betting lines into a single wager, offering flexibility and advantageous line adjustments for bettors.
 

While NBA Parlays work on most lines, NBA Teasers focus on point spreads and totals, and instead of increasing the odds in your favor, they increase the points to your advantage, increasing your chances of success.
 

NBA Teasers offer teaser options ranging from 2 to 8 teams and 4 to 9 points, giving bettors an extensive selection. Note that, unlike NBA Parlays, a push is considered a loss on NBA Teasers. 
 

Teasers offered by Skybook include:
 

● 4-point Teasers for 2 to 8 Teams
 

● 4.5-point Teasers for 2 to 8 Teams
 

● 5-point Teasers for 2 to 8 Teams
 

● 7-point Teaser for 3 Teams
 

● 9-point Teaser for 4 Teams
 

Here is a complete view of Skybook's NBA Teaser payouts
 

(Teaser payout table)
 

One of the popular NBA Teaser options is the 2-team 4-point NBA Teaser, which features the same payout as a regular -110 wager with the advantage of adjusted lines. In this NBA Teaser, going by the previous example, you would gain a 4-pint advantage:
 

Original Line:
 

Boston Celtics -5½
 

Philadelphia 76ers +5½
 

4-point NBA Teaser Line:
 

Boston Celtics -1½ (-4 points)
 

Philadelphia 76ers +9½ (+4 points)
 

NBA Teaser bets would shift the line by four points in your favor for either of the teams.
 

NBA Prop Bets
 

NBA Prop Bets offers an exciting route to diversify your NBA betting portfolio. Whether it's individual game propositions or season-long predictions, NBA prop bets allow you to wager on a wide array of outcomes beyond the traditional point spread or over/under totals.
 

NBA Futures Odds
 

NBA Futures are frequently seen as a kind of prop bet, also known as "season-long" props. Unlike other prop bets, futures allow you to place wagers on outcomes that will occur months in the future.
 

These results may include NBA Futures odds like the team that wins the Eastern or Western Conference, the MVP, Rookie of the Year, or the Coach of the Year.
 

The most common type of NBA futures betting is who will win the NBA Finals. But there are many more opportunities to take advantage of over the entire season than just who wins the title in 2023.
 

Here are some examples of popular NBA Feature props:
 
  • Regular season MVP
  • Rookie of the Year
  • Most Improved Player
  • Defensive Player of the Year
  • Sixth Man of the Year
  • Coach of the Year
  • Points leader
  • Assists leader
  • Rebounds leader

The NBA odds will change throughout the season and warrant close monitoring. If you like an individual player to win a specific award or carry a statistical category, it is worth checking frequently to see where these odds stand.
 

NBA Finals Odds
 

While the most recent champions are The Denver Nuggets, who secured the 2023 Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy, the Golden State Warriors have won the NBA Championship in four of the last eight NBA seasons. 
 

The story is slightly different regarding the 2024 NBA Championship odds. The Celtics have led the NBA Finals Odds since the beginning of the season, thanks to the stellar duo Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. The Milwaukee Bucks with Giannis Antetokounmpo, the current champs Denver Nuggets, and the Phoenix Suns complete the top of the NBA Odds to win the Championship list on Skybook.ag.
 

Have a look at the NBA 2023/24 Championship Odds as posted at the beginning of the regular season:
 
  • Boston Celtics: +380
  • Milwaukee Bucks: +380
  • Denver Nuggets: +550
  • Phoenix Suns: +550
  • Los Angeles Lakers: +1300
  • Golden State Warriors: +1400
  • Cleveland Cavaliers: +2400
  • Memphis Grizzlies: +2400
  • Dallas Mavericks: +2500
  • Los Angeles Clippers: +2700
  • Philadelphia 76ers: +2700
  • Miami Heat: +3000
  • New York Knicks: +4600
  • Sacramento Kings: +5000
  • Minnesota Timberwolves: +5500
  • Oklahoma City Thunder: +7000
  • Chicago Bulls: +13000
  • Toronto Raptors: +13000
  • Brooklyn Nets: +13000
  • Atlanta Hawks: +13000
  • Indiana Pacers: +26000
  • San Antonio Spurs: +50000
  • Portland Trail Blazers: +50000
  • Orlando Magic: +50000
  • Houston Rockets: +50000
  • Washington Wizards: +50000
  • Utah Jazz: +50000
  • Charlotte Hornets: +50000
  • Detroit Pistons: +50000

NBA MVP Odds
 

The NBA Most Valuable Player award is considered a pinnacle of sporting success. One player can dominate every possession and potentially determine a team's fate in professional basketball, a sport filled with superstar talent.
 

The 2024 NBA MVP odds list Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets as the favorite, at +400, followed by Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks at +500, and Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks at +550. The next best odds to win NBA MVP are on Jayson Tatum at +800, Joel Embiid at +850, and Kevin Durant at +1100.
 

Have a look at the top 30 NBA MVP odds candidates for this NBA Season:
 
  1. Nikola Jokic, Nuggets: +400
  2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks: +500
  3. Luka Doncic, Mavericks: +550
  4. Jayson Tatum, Celtics: +800
  5. Joel Embiid, 76ers: +850
  6. Kevin Durant, Suns: +1100
  7. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder: +1500
  8. Damian Lillard, Bucks: +1500
  9. Devin Booker, Suns: +1500
  10. Stephen Curry, Warriors: +1500
  11. LeBron James, Lakers: +2500
  12. Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves: +2500
  13. Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers: +2800
  14. Trae Young, Hawks: +3000
  15. De'Aaron Fox, Kings: +3500
  16. Zion Williamson, Pelicans: +4000
  17. Jamal Murray, Nuggets: +4000
  18. Anthony Davis, Lakers: +4000
  19. Domantas Sabonis, Kings: +4000
  20. Paul George, Clippers: +5000
  21. Jalen Brunson, Knicks: +5000
  22. Julius Randle, Knicks: +5000
  23. Pascal Siakam, Raptors: +6000
  24. James Harden, 76ers: +6000
  25. Jimmy Butler, Heat: +6000
  26. Kyrie Irving, Mavericks: +6000
  27. LaMelo Ball, Hornets: +6000
  28. Karl-Anthony Towns, Timberwolves: +6000
  29. Brandon Ingram, Pelicans: +6000
  30. Kawhi Leonard, Clippers: +6000

NBA Prop Bets
 

Skybook.ag provides a wide selection of NBA prop bets, also known as proposition bets. In the NBA, like in most popular sports, there are two main categories: Player props and Team props. As their names imply, the former emphasizes a player's individual performance, whereas the latter groups the entire team together.
 

NBA prop bets don't just include points; you can also get odds on multiple stats, like rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, and other metrics. You can also wager on who you think will win a particular matchup between two players using "head-to-head props." 
 

Here at Skybook.ag, there are a ton of possibilities to check out every day. So, constantly check back to find the best value plays. 
 

Jump over into NBA props. Here are a few examples of popular NBA props:
 
  • Point totals 
  • Assists
  • Rebounds
  • Steals
  • Blocks
  • Double-double odds
  • Triple-double odds
  • Combo bets (Points + Assists, Points + Rebounds, etc.)

NBA First Half Odds
 

If betting on the whole NBA is too much for you or you have a good idea of how the game will go into halftime, betting on the NBA First Half Odds could be a good choice.
 

Most sports bettors focus on the entire game lines when they bet on the NBA, but the first half lines could be a great deal for a smart bettor. Your primary lines and totals are only set for the first half of the game, and the bets will be decided after 24 minutes of play instead of 48
 

If the NBA First Half Odds spread is Lakers -2 and Heat +2, and you bet on the Lakers, you need them to be ahead by 3 points at halftime. If the Lakers cover the bet and are ahead by 3 or more points at the end of the first half, you can cash that ticket.
 

Here's how an NBA First Half Odds would read:
 

1H Boston Celtics -3
 

1H Philadelphia 76ers +3
 

NBA Second Half Odds
 

When you bet on the NBA second-half odds, you can use all the usual bet types, such as the NBA spreads, Moneyline, and over/under, but you are only betting on the second half of the game. It's the score resets to zero at halftime, and the second half is an entirely different game.
 

There are several factors that make NBA Second Half Odds a good opportunity.
 

First of all, the time to set the new lines for the second half of a game is very limited. Additionally, NBA betting lines consider general trends and public perception, so if a heavily favored team is losing at halftime, most people will expect the team to come back and win. Most bets will be on the favorite, so the NBA Second Half odds will have to reflect that.
 

NBA Second Half Odds is your chance to find good deals. Professional bettors tend to bet against the crowd since those bets usually have better odds. A great time to do this is during halftime of an NBA game.
 

If you have been watching a game and notice that the favorite team is not performing well, you can use that information to better predict how the game will progress. By paying close attention to all the details, such as the players' fatigue levels, injuries, and effort, you can gain valuable insights into how the second half of the game will likely unfold.
 

Here's how an NBA Second Half Odds would read:
 

1H Boston Celtics -5
 

1H Philadelphia 76ers +5
 

NBA Quarter Odds
 

NBA Quarter Odds is a simple bet on which basketball team you think will be ahead at the end of a quarter. You have two options for betting on the quarter at Skybook.ag: spread and total points. Bets on quarters are the same as bets on the whole game.
 

Consider, for instance, a matchup between the Lakers and the Miami Heat. You can wager on which team will lead at the end of the third quarter. If your wager wins, you will get paid according to the NBA odds.
 

Here's how an NBA Quarter Odds would read:
 

3Q Lakers -3.5
 

3Q Heat +3.5
 

NBA Season Win Totals
 

Are you looking to take things further and increase your long-term profits? Let's bet on how many regular-season games each NBA team will win.
 

Season win totals are one of the most well-liked markets for NBA gambling. Each team's projected win total is posted in Skybook.ag, and you can wager on whether or not you think that team will reach that total.
 

Like in any betting market, several factors, such as offseason roster movement, coaching changes, and injuries, will be considered when formulating win total wagers. 
 

The Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Phoenix Suns are the seven teams predicted to win 50 or more games this season.
 

The Celtics are currently 54.5 games ahead of the rest of the field and are heavy favorites to win the 2024 NBA Finals and Championship despite their disappointing performance in the 2022 Finals.
 

Below is a list of all NBA Season Win Totals odds for the beginning of the 2023/24 NBA Regular Season:
 
  1. Atlanta Hawks: 45.5 games
  2. Boston Celtics: 54.5 games
  3. Brooklyn Nets: 29.5 games
  4. Charlotte Hornets: 36.5 games
  5. Chicago Bulls: 42.5 games
  6. Cleveland Cavaliers: 47.5 games
  7. Dallas Mavericks: 48.5 games
  8. Denver Nuggets: 51.5 games
  9. Detroit Pistons: 29.5 games
  10. Golden State Warriors: 52.5 games
  11. Houston Rockets: 23.5 games
  12. Indiana Pacers: 23.5 games
  13. Los Angeles Clippers: 52.5 games
  14. Los Angeles Lakers: 44.5 games
  15. Memphis Grizzlies: 49.5 games
  16. Miami Heat: 49.5 games
  17. Milwaukee Bucks: 52.5 games
  18. Minnesota Timberwolves: 48.5 games
  19. New Orleans Pelicans: 44.5 games
  20. New York Knicks: 28.5 games
  21. Oklahoma City Thunder: 23.5 games
  22. Orlando Magic: 26.5 games
  23. Philadelphia 76ers: 51.5 games
  24. Phoenix Suns: 52.5 games
  25. Portland Trail Blazers: 39.5 games
  26. Sacramento Kings: 34.5 games
  27. San Antonio Spurs: 24.5 games
  28. Toronto Raptors: 47.5 games
  29. Utah Jazz: 24.5 games
  30. Washington Wizards: 35.5 games