NBA Preseason Predictions 2020-21: Team Win Totals, Playoff Odds & More December 17, 2020 - by David Hess LeBron and the Lakers return to defend the title they won two months ago (Photo by PI/Zuma Press/Icon Sportswire). Odds given are preseason lines for the NBA championship (not for the over-under) For example: -200 odds would mean you wager $200 for a $100 payout +1500 odds would mean you wager $100 for a $1500 payout Wins O/U is the over-under for team wins during the regular season, generally set to equalize betting on each side. The NBA team projected to be in the league basement is the Cleveland Cavaliers, with sportsbooks tabbing their O/U win total at 21.5. Cleveland, which finished last season with 19 wins in 65 games, edges out the New York Knicks (O/U 22.5) for the team with the lowest line. Live sportsbook betting odds for all games in the NBA preseason. Basketball betting odds, live lines, picks and predictions for all games in the 2018 NBA preseason. Scheduled System Downtime Monday Dec 14th 21h PST - Tuesday Dec 15th 09h PST.

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How to read NBA Las Vegas Odds

The point-spread was developed to provide a balance for both teams involved in a contest to attract bettors to potentially back the weaker team and receive points. The two squads in a game are listed with a title, either a favorite or an underdog. The favorite is usually the perceived better team in the game, as backing them means giving up several points.

The favorite is always listed with a minus (-) sign before the point-spread while the underdog is labeled with a plus (+) label.

Ex. Favorite -10, Underdog +10

On the VegasInsider.com odds page, there is another number associated with the favorite and its listed as -10. This number is simply defined as “vig” or what many in the sports betting industry call vigorish. Another common term is called “juice” and it’s technically the price the bettor has to pay on a straight wager.

Ex. Bet $110 to win $100 (10% juice)
Ex. Bet $100 to win $91.91 (10% juice)

It's not uncommon to see other values posted other than -10. Examples seen on the NBA Vegas Odds pages could include -08, -12, -15 and -20. The -10 price is the most common value in the industry while many books offer reduced 'juice odds' and that would fall into the -08 category.

The lower-juice sportsbooks are normally found outside of the state of Nevada. If you are in a state where sports betting is legal, please check out our online sportsbook directory to find the best and most secure places to make NBA bets.

Another number that’s posted on the NBA Las Vegas is the total or ‘over/under’ for the specific matchup. If the favorite is designated as the home team, then the total will be listed above and vice versa if the visitors are favorites.

All of the above numbers are listed next to the teams, and before each matchup is a Rotation number. The NBA Las Vegas Odds are listed in order of rotation and those numbers are generated and produced by the sportsbooks. Above each matchup and rotation is the Time of the game, which is subject to change. All game times are Eastern Standard Time.

NBA Open Line

One of the best features on the NBA Vegas Odds is the Open Line. This numbers consists of the first betting line received from one of our Las Vegas or Global Sportsbooks. The opening line varies depending on the sportsbook but it provides a clear-cut rating that the oddsmakers use. If you’re betting on the NBA or any other sport, it’s a great idea to view the open line first.

VI Consensus NBA Line

The VegasInsider.com Consensus NBA Line is just as important as the Open Line and also a key resource on odds platform. The Consensus column could be called a “Median Line” since it shows the most consistent number provided by the sportsbooks on VegasInsider.com. The consensus line will be the same as the open line but once the wagers start coming in, this number is often different than the openers.

Betting on NBA Games

Where can I bet on NBA games?

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Who are the experts picking to win?

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What type of bets can I make on NBA games?

Betting the point spread, straight up winner, and over/under point total are the three popular NBA bets. Sportsbooks also first half lines, live betting, and other betting angles.

Who's the favorite to win the NBA Championship?

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SuperBook opens 2020-21 NBA Win Totals

The 2020-21 NBA regular season is expected to start on Tuesday Dec. 22 and this year's campaign will be a 72-game schedule, opposed to 82 games.

The Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook took notice of the news and opened their NBA Win Totals betting market for all 30 teams in the league.

2020-21 NBA Contenders

• Milwaukee Bucks 49.5
• Los Angeles Lakers 46.5
• Boston Celtics 45.5
• Los Angeles Clippers 45.5

Of the above four teams, the Los Angeles Lakers were the only one to participate in last year's NBA Finals as they defeated the Miami Heat at the NBA Bubble from Orlando, Florida.

2020-21 NBA Pretenders

• Detroit Pistons 23.5
• Oklahoma City Thunder 22.5
• New York Knicks 22.5
• Cleveland Cavaliers 22.5

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Going .500 in this year's regular season would translate to a 36-36 record and the clubs listed above aren't expected to get nowhwere near that record. Coincidentally, all four of these teams are from the Eastern Conference.

Eastern Conference - 2020-21 Win Totals Odds

Listed below are teams from the Eastern Conference and how the oddsmakers project they'll do based on wins for 2020-21 NBA regular season.

The top eight teams in each conference will make the postseason.

1. Milwaukee Bucks 49.5
2. Boston Celtics 45.5
3. Brooklyn Nets 45.5
4. Philadelphia 76ers 45.5
5. Miami Heat 44.5
6. Toronto Raptors 41.5
7. Indiana Pacers 39.5
8. Atlanta Hawks 36.5
9. Washington Wizards 32.5
10. Orlando Magic 31.5
11. Chicago Bulls 30.5
12. Charlotte Hornets 25.5
13. Detroit Pistons 23.5
14. New York Knicks 22.5
15. Cleveland Cavaliers 22.5

The oddsmakers at the SuperBook believe that only seven teams in the Eastern Conference will finish the 2020-21 NBA regular season above .500 (36-36).

Looking at the projections, seven teams appear to be locks to gain a playoff spot while four others (Wizards, Magic, Bulls) will fight for the eighth and final spot.

And then there are the Pretenders listed above.

Western Conference - 2020-21 Win Totals Odds

Listed below are teams from the Western Conference and how the oddsmakers project they'll do based on wins for 2020-21 NBA regular season.

The top eight teams in each conference will make the postseason.

1. Los Angeles Lakers 46.5
2. Los Angeles Clippers 45.5
3. Denver Nuggets 44.5
4. Dallas Mavericks 42.5
5. Utah Jazz 42.5
6. Portland Trail Blazers 41.5
7. Phoenix Suns 38.5
8. Golden State Warriors 36.5
9. New Orleans Pelicans 36.5
10. Houston Rockets 34.5
11. Memphis Grizzlies 30.5
12. San Antonio Spurs 29.5
13. Sacramento Kings 27.5
14. Minnesota Timberwolves 28.5
15. Oklahoma City Thunder 22.5

Of the three divisions in the Western Conference, the Pacific Division is expected to be the most competitive in the NBA 2020-21 regular season. The Lakers (46.5) and Clippers (45.5) are expected to surpass 40 wins. The Warriors were dealt a serious blow in November as star shooter Klay Thompson was lost for the season with an Achilles' tendon tear as their win total dropped to 36.5. The Suns (38.5) have been given a tad more respect after their recent effort in the NBA Bubble last summer and the acquisition of veteran guard Chris Paul.

Seven of the 15 teams in the West are expected to finish better than .500 by the oddsmakers.

How do I read the over/under line?

For example, the Milwaukee Bucks' win total for 2020-21 season is 49.5. If you believe the Bucks will finish 49-23 or worse, taking the 'under' is the play. For 'over' bettors, the Bucks would have to finish with 50-plus wins to cash tickets.

NBA Win Totals are available for all 30 teams in the league and placing 'over/under' wagers on their season production in the regular season is a great way to follow a team all season.

For the 2020-21 regular season, all teams must play 72 regular season games for the NBA Win Total wagers to be considered live wagers or what's known in the industry as 'Action.' The NBA Win Totals Odds set do not include postseason games.

Unfortunately due to the Coronavirus pandemic, bettors with active Win Total wagers could see their bets refunded since the regular season may not return or be reduced. At the same time, losing wagers will also be refunded.

2020-21 NBA Win Totals Odds

Listed below are the 2020-21 NBA Win Totals Odds in both Ascending and Alphabetical order.

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SuperBook NBA Win Totals Rules

• Teams Must Play at least 69 and no more than 72 regular season games for action
• Forfeitures are deemed a non-played game
• Wagers do not include any Play-In Tournament or Postseason Games

2020-21 NBA Most Regaular-Season Wins Odds

Listed below are the 2020-21 NBA Win Totals Odds.

2020-21 NBA Most Regaular-Season Losses Odds

Listed below are the 2020-21 NBA Loss Totals Odds.

Nba Preseason Mvp Odds

Odds Subject to Change - Updated Tue., Dec. 22, 2020