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Professional writer of over 23 years. I started off as a junior reporter for a local newspaper before moving into sport. Spent four years at Teletext Sport with Press Association before being made redundant. Got involved with BettingPro under the previous owner, then after a break came back under Catena Media. Rugby League writer and author with four RL books on sale and one football book.

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Today’s Basketball Predictions

Bettingpro.com continues to offer basketball betting tips for several competitions, including the National Basketball Association (NBA), NCAA college basketball and Euroleague basketball.

So if you are a basketball fan Bettingpro.com is the place to get advice for your bets.

Looking For Free Basketball Tips?

Unlike some online basketball tipsters, our basketball betting tips and predictions are not hidden behind a pay-wall. 

Our goal is simple: to provide you not only with an always up-to-date guide to Basketball predictions, but to always give you tips on online basketball betting, so that you’re prepared for any season.

Strategies for betting on basketball

There is no right or wrong way to make your NBA predictions. All bets are valid, as long as they are made intelligently and rely on luck as little as possible. Of course, sports are unpredictable as a whole – after all, they are played by human beings who are prone to moments of genius and failure.

The ideal is to devise an intelligent strategy to reduce your chances of error and increase your chances of success.

There’s only one way to do this: with information.

How To Bet On Basketball

However, success in basketball betting requires more than just luck; it demands a strategic approach. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make informed decisions and increase your chances of winning.

Analyze Team and Player Performance

Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of teams and individual players is crucial. Pay attention to:

  • Recent Form: Look at how teams and players have performed in their last few games. Momentum can play a significant role in basketball.
  • Head-to-Head Matchups: Historical performance between two teams can give insights, but always consider changes in roster and form.
  • Injuries and Rotations: Injuries to key players can drastically affect a team’s performance. Also, consider how a team manages player rotations, especially during back-to-back games or road trips.
  • Home vs. Away Performance: Some teams perform significantly better at home than on the road. Analyze home and away records to make better predictions.

Understand advanced statistics - Basketball Predictions

Basic statistics like points per game or rebounds are useful, but advanced metrics provide deeper insights:

  • Pace of Play: The number of possessions a team uses per game. Faster-paced teams score more but may also give up more points.
  • Offensive and Defensive Efficiency: Points scored or allowed per 100 possessions. This metric helps you gauge how effective a team is on both ends of the floor.
  • Effective Field Goal Percentage (eFG%): Adjusts for the fact that three-pointers are worth more than two-pointers, offering a more accurate measure of shooting efficiency.
  • Turnover Rate: The percentage of possessions that end in a turnover. High turnover rates can be detrimental, especially against teams that capitalize on fast breaks.
NBA Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks

Best bet on the NBA - Basketball Predictions

The best bet on the NBA is to be the most prepared in terms of information. To do this, the best way is to follow the league, analyzing the teams and often focusing on specific ones.

If you’re a fan of a certain franchise, for example, it’s much safer to bet on it than on another team you only see a few games of during the season. No wonder there are so many betting support websites where you can find data and information – to help you place your bets.

NBA Future odds

NBA future odds are perfect bets for those who believe they have a nose for the big news.

For example, who will be the season’s MVP, which team will win the 2025 season? 

As there are many uncertainties, this type of bet usually pays out well. So if you want to guarantee good odds, now is the time. What’s your guess for the biggest basketball tournament in the world?

Get More Free Betting Tips

Our expert betting tips are not just confined to basketball, with Bettingpro offering tips and predictions on a huge range of sports. 

Whether you want tips for a big Premier League football match, a big tennis tournament or an important cricket match, we have got you covered here at Bettingpro. 

NBA Finals Winners

YEARWINNERSLOSERSSERIES RESULT
1947Philadelphia WarriorsChicago Stags4-1
1948Baltimore BulletsPhiladelphia Warriors4-2
1949Minneapolis LakersWashington Capitols4-2
1950Minneapolis LakersSyracuse Nationals4-2
1951Rochester RoyalsNew York Knicks4-3
1952Minneapolis LakersNew York Knicks4-3
1953Minneapolis LakersNew York Knicks4-1
1954Minneapolis LakersSyracuse Nationals4-3
1955Syracuse NationalsFort Wayne Pistons4-3
1956Philadelphia WarriorsFort Wayne Pistons4-1
1957Boston CelticsSt Louis Hawks4-3
1958St Louis HawksBoston Celtics4-2
1959Boston CelticsMinneapolis Lakers4-0
1960Boston CelticsSt Louis Hawks4-3
1961Boston CelticsSt Louis Hawks4-1
1962Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-3
1963Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-2
1964Boston CelticsSan Francisco Warriors4-1
1965Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-1
1966Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-3
1967Philadelphia 76ersSan Francisco Warriors4-2
1968Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-2
1969Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-3
1970New York KnicksLos Angeles Lakers4-3
1971Milwaukee BucksBaltimore Bullets4-0
1972Los Angeles LakersNew York Knicks4-1
1973New York KnicksLos Angeles Lakers4-1
1974Boston CelticsMilwaukee Bucks4-3
1975Golden State WarriorsWashington Bullets4-0
1976Boston CelticsPhoenix Suns4-2
1977Portland Trail BlazersPhiladelphia 76ers4-2
1978Washington BulletsSeattle Supersonics4-3
1979Seattle SupersonicsWashington Bullets4-1
1980Los Angeles LakersPhiladelphia 76ers4-2
1981Boston CelticsHouston Rockets4-2
1982Los Angeles LakersPhiladelphia 76ers4-2
1983Philadelphia 76ersLos Angeles Lakers4-0
1984Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-3
1985Los Angeles LakersBoston Celtics4-2
1986Boston CelticsHouston Rockets4-2
1987Los Angeles LakersBoston Celtics4-2
1988Los Angeles LakersDetroit Pistons4-3
1989Detroit PistonsLos Angeles Lakers4-0
1990Detroit PistonsPortland Trail Blazers4-1
1991Chicago BullsLos Angeles Lakers4-1
1992Chicago BullsPortland Trail Blazers4-2
1993Chicago BullsPhoenix Suns4-2
1994Houston RocketsNew York Knicks4-3
1995Houston RocketsOrlando Magic4-0
1996Chicago BullsSeattle Supersonics4-2
1997Chicago BullsUtah Jazz4-2
1998Chicago BullsUtah Jazz4-2
1999San Antonio SpursNew York Knicks4-1
2000Los Angeles LakersIndiana Pacers4-2
2001Los Angeles LakersPhiladelphia 76ers4-1
2002Los Angeles LakersNew Jersey Nets4-0
2003San Antonio SpursNew Jersey Nets4-2
2004Detroit PistonsLos Angeles Lakers4-1
2005San Antonio SpursDetroit Pistons4-3
2006Miami HeatDallas Mavericks4-2
2007San Antonio SpursCleveland Cavaliers4-0
2008Boston CelticsLos Angeles Lakers4-2
2009Los Angeles LakersOrlando Magic4-1
2010Los Angeles LakersBoston Celtics4-3
2011Dallas MavericksMiami Heat4-2
2012Miami HeatOklahoma City Thunder4-1
2013Miami HeatSan Antonio Spurs4-3
2014San Antonio SpursMiami Heat4-1
2015Golden State WarriorsCleveland Cavaliers4-2
2016Cleveland CavaliersGolden State Warriors4-3
2017Golden State WarriorsCleveland Cavaliers4-1
2018Golden State WarriorsCleveland Cavaliers4-0
2019Toronto RaptorsGolden State Warriors4-2
2020Los Angeles LakersMiami Heat4-2
2021Milwaukee BucksPhoenix Suns4-2
2022Golden State WarriorsBoston Celtics4-2
2023Denver NuggetsMiami Heat4-1
2024Boston CelticDallas Mavericks4-1

In Memory Of Kobe Bryant (1978-2020)

The world was rocked on January 26th, 2020 when NBA legend Kobe Bryant, along with his 13-year-old daughter and several other people, were killed in a helicopter crash in California. During his glittering career ‘Black Mamba’ racked up five world titles and countless other accolades, but beyond that he joined an elite list of men who have transcended a sport to become a cultural icon across the globe. You may not have known a thing about basketball, but you would have known who Kobe Bryant was. He became a hero to millions, was a major inspiration to many of the current generation of NBA stars and will undoubtedly be an icon to future generations too. Bryant’s impact on the sport will never be forgotten.

Kobe Bryant

5-time NBA Champion (7 NBA Finals appearances)
2-time NBA Finals Most Valuable Player
2008 NBA Most Valuable Player
18-time NBA All-Star
4-time NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player
15-time All-NBA Team Selection
1997 NBA Slam Dunk Contest Winner