We are nearing the official opening of the 2022-23 NBA regular season. Therefore, you should start keeping yourself updated with the important things about this season, whether you’re a spectator or a bettor.
Being up to date with all the important events happening in the NBA can be more beneficial to bettors. So, if you are betting this season, here are some important updates that you should check. With these updates, you’ll greatly increase the chances of your bets winning.
The NBA Finals Odds
Bettings odds are used to measure the probability of an outcome of a game. It shows how much you can win based on how much you bet. Odds are usually presented in decimal or fraction form.
Since it’s a new season for the NBA, new teams will be gunning for that elusive NBA title. With that said, the NBA Finals Odds also change but some teams are still good picks. For example, the Golden State Warriors are favorites to repeat this season. The Lakers, although not making the playoffs last season, are also becoming popular picks.
Betting odds, especially on NBA games, change due to numerous factors such as injuries, team selection, betting amounts, etc. so be sure to check constantly.
Important Dates
Aside from the regular season dates, there are also preseason events that you should check out. Preseason games are also great to bet on, so you might want to check out some games that will capture your interest. Some key dates of the NBA 2022-23 season that you should watch out for are:
- September 30 and October 2, 2022: The Warriors and the Wizards will play in NBA Japan Games 2022
- October 2, 2022: The Raptors and the Jazz to play in NBA Canada Series 2022
- October 6 and October 8, 2022: The Bucks and the Hawks will play in Abu Dhabi Games 2022
- October 15, 2022: The Raptors and the Celtics will play in NBA Canada Series 2022
- October 18, 2022: The Start of the NBA regular season, Marquee Matchups between the Sixers and Celtics, Lakers and Warriors
- December 17, 2022: NBA Mexico City Game 2022 between the Spurs and the Heat
- January 19, 2023: NBA Paris Game 2023 of the Pistons and the Bulls
- February 17-19, 2023: NBA All-Star 2023
- April 19, 2023: Final day of the NBA Regular Season
- April 11-14, 2023: NBA Play-in Tournament
- April 15, 2023: NBA Playoffs Begins
Injury Reports
Basketball players can get injured not only during games but also during practice and training. Therefore, if you want to stay on top of your game, you should constantly check for any updates or news about any injuries that could affect your favorite team’s performance.
For example, a team that relies heavily on their star players can play poorly following that player’s injury. Depending on what type of injury a player has suffered, they might return in a few days to a few months or can even be out indefinitely. If your team has a star that suffers a season-ending injury, it might not be a good option to continue betting on them.
Although you don’t have to watch a team’s practice to know what happened, you can still get info from injury reports on reliable sites such as SBNation and Bleacher Report. You can also follow a team’s social media platforms to get live updates from them.
Team Rosters
If you’re following a specific player and often bet on individual props, then you should be on the lookout for their team’s rosters. The initial team lineup can change anytime over the season. Changes that affect the starting lineup can include coach decisions, suspensions, injury, performance, performance during the game, etc,.
Having a player come up to the starting lineup can increase your chances of winning on individual prop bets on that player. For example, a player that’s in the rotation for only 5-10 minutes will have less time to get that point, rebound, or whatever stat the prop bet has. If that player improves and makes it to the starting lineup, then that player will average more than 10 minutes of playing time, giving him more chances of getting that stat.
Do note, that prop bet lines change every game and a player that comes up to the starting lineup doesn’t automatically guarantee him playing better.
Power Rankings and Projections
One way to tell if a team has a good chance of winning is by looking at the power rankings. Power rankings are done by expert analysts and tell you the specifics of why a team is atop those rankings. Take note, power rankings do not necessarily reflect a team’s win-loss record. In power rankings, it’s quite common to see the 2nd or 3rd best NBA team on the top.
Be Ready for Any Changes
Being prepared for any changes will help you increase your chance of making the right decision in betting on the NBA this season. Changes are inevitable, especially in sports where the probability of injury is high. So, it would be best if you stay updated, starting with the things mentioned above.
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