NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions for Joel Embiid, Kyle Kuzma and Blazers-Pelicans)

Peter Dewey went 2-2 in this column yesterday. He hit on Clippers 1Q ML against the Lakers and took the UNDER on Bobby Portis’ PRA. Tonight, he will give out his best bets for the four-game NBA slate.

Bradley Beal is out. Kyle Kuzma is coming off a 20-point game. Dallas is 11th in defensive rating.

James Harden is out for the game against the Pelicans. Joel Embiid will have to carry the load for his team. He should score 30 points.

Blazers are winning games with Damian Lillard back. New Orleans is struggling on the defensive end. The Pelicans haven't been great as a home favorite this year. Donnavan Smoot likes the Blazers on a spread.