Nba All Star Game Best Bets
Several players of the younger generation were already discussing the various reasons why they are against the NBA having an All-Star Game this season. On Thursday, Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony joined his 2003 draft buddy LeBron James in using the attention of their platforms to call out the NBA for what they see as a bad decision.
Following his 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, LeBron James called the NBA’s proposal to have an All-Star Game a “slap in the face.” Carmelo wasn’t as forceful with his words, but he agreed with James that having an All-Star Game should not be a priority right now.
NBA All-Star Game Odds & Picks Brandon Anderson – Zion Williamson MVP (+3300, DraftKings) A lot of guys don’t want to be here for this All-Star Game, so we could end up with an unexpected mix of. As stars chastise the NBA for holding an All-Star Game in the first place, the league is preparing to add a slam dunk contest at halftime of the game reportedly slated to take place in Atlanta on.
It remains to be seen how the NBA will react to so many of the biggest names in their game saying that their plan is stupid. The league has not officially announced any plans for the All-Star Game yet, which means they could shift from the reported plans to have a March 7 game.
The 2020-21 NBA All-Star Game will be played Sunday at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Tip-off is scheduled for shortly after 8 p.m. ET between Team LeBron and Team Durant. Below, we analyze the 2020-21 NBA All-Star Game odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.
The All-Star Game will follow the same format as first seen last season. The two teams captained by Los Angeles Lakers SF LeBron James and Brooklyn Nets SF Kevin Durant will compete to win each of the first three quarters individually. The fourth quarter will be played without a game clock with the teams then needing to reach the Final Target Score.
The first team to hit or surpass that target number will win the All-Star Game.
Durant is replacing Milwaukee Bucks SF Giannis Antetokounmpo as captain opposite James this season. Team LeBron won last year’s All-Star Game.
2020-21 NBA All-Star Game: Odds, spread and lines
Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:25 a.m. ET.
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Money line: Team LeBron -165 (bet $165 to win $100) Team Durant +140 (bet $100 to win $140)Nba All Star Game Best Bets 2019
Against the spread/ATS: Team LeBron -3.5 (-115) Team Durant +3.5 (-105)Over/Under: 314.5 (O: -110 U: -110)Special NBA Betting Promotion!
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2020-21 NBA All-Star Game: Starters
Team Durant:
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Bradley BealPhiladelphia 76ers C Joel EmbiidBrooklyn Nets SG Kyrie IrvingLos Angeles Clippers SF Kawhi LeonardBoston Celtics SF Jayson TatumTeam LeBron:
Milwaukee Bucks PF Giannis AntetokounmpoGolden State Warriors PG
Stephen CurryDallas Mavericks PG Luka Doncic
Los Angeles Lakers SF LeBron JamesDenver Nuggets C Nikola Jokic2020-21 NBA All-Star Game: Odds, lines, predictions and picks
Prediction
Team Durant 148, Team LeBron 142
Money line (ML)
When betting an NBA All-Star Game, or any sort of exhibition in pro sports, it’s best to chase the value. Back TEAM DURANT (+140) to pull off the modest upset.
Even though they’re without their captain, as well as Phoenix Suns SG Devin Booker and Los Angeles Lakers PF Anthony Davis, expect a spirited effort from the underdogs. James has been vocal about his displeasure in the NBA holding the annual skills competition this year and always comes into these games with a target on his back.
We’re unlikely to see a full effort from many players in this game, and that opens the door for an “upset”.
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Against the spread (ATS)
Last year’s All-Star Game ended 157-155 in favor of Team LeBron. These games are designed to stay close, and a similar result is likely in Year 2 of the modified format.
Liking TEAM DURANT +3.5 (-105) to win outright, back the underdogs with 3 points of insurance in the event of a loss.
Over/Under (O/U)
There were 317 total points scored in last year’s All-Star Game, and the 2020-21 total is set a few points shy of that number.
With James and other stars, including Leonard, admitting their disinterest in this year’s game, bet UNDER 314.5 (-110) with players just looking to get back to meaningful games.
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