Basketball Odds: Wild Season Leads to Even Wilder Playoff Picture

16/04/2015 | Categories: Point Spread Betting | Published by: Taylor Coburn

NBA Playoff Betting Begins as Regular Season Winds to a Close

Betting on the NBA right before the playoffs can be a complex matter. In spite of the reality that the postseason picture is mostly settled, there's so much at play that can influence a team's chances of winning the NBA Championship. Every team from the reigning champion Spurs to the title favorite Warriors could climb up the mountain, but it's up to you to determine who will.

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The Eastern Conference has been sufficiently wild this season, leading to an unpredictable bracket. The Atlantic Hawks are head and shoulders above their competitors with a 60-21 record. Whether the underdog franchise might really knock off a skilled team, like Cleveland or the Bulls, remains to be seen.

The bulk of the enjoyment in the first couple of rounds will unfold out West. The Warriors have actually made believers from us this year; they've led the conference all season and have a 47-33-1 record ATS. Still, it's tough to bank on any one team with self-confidence knowing the sheer volume of risks that are out there.

Engaging cases might be made for both San Antonio and the Clippers; both have dealt with extremely high point spreads this period. The Rockets and Grizzlies are likewise hazardous, and they include lower rate tags in the futures market.