There is no basketball competition bigger than the NBA out there. It’s the league that attracts all the best talents from the whole world, and it provides high quality and exciting entertainment.

NBA betting sites will provide live odds while the game is going on. In-play betting lets you wager on each play, and things like the next team to score, or changing spreads. When you see live odds that you like, take them ASAP because they will disappear quickly.

• Get the latest NBA odds, point spreads, money lines and over/unders for popular sportsbooks and view SportsLine's expert analysis of each upcoming game.
• Most people stick to traditional NBA betting markets like moneylines, spreads, and totals. That’s only natural, as they are simple, easy to work with, and the betting margin usually is the lowest.
• Despite having two games canceled due to COVID-19 issues, Friday night's NBA slate is still packed with eight matchups. Our NBA betting analysts are focusing on two of those games where the total is offering value: Knicks-Cavs and Hawks-Jazz.
• Bet on NBA Basketball games, NBA Playoffs and NBA Finals, we have the widest variety of bets and odds the betting world has to offer. Game lines, 1st half, 1st quarter, player props, team totals and more.

The NBA also presents an incredible number of betting opportunities. So, all in all, it’s no surprise that it’s very popular not just with basketball fans but also with those who like to bet.

This page is all about where to bet on the NBA, and we’ll start with a list of the best NBA betting sites. These are currently our top recommendations for betting the NBA online.

We’re extremely confident that you’ll have a good experience at any or all of the online sportsbooks we’ve listed above. These are legit sites that have been in the business of taking NBA wagers for a while. They’re safe, they’re reliable, and they offer fast payouts when you win.

That’s ultimately why we recommend them. But there are other reasons, too. If you’re not quite ready to jump in and join one of our top-rated NBA betting sites, please read on to find out the exact process we use to rank online bookmakers and sportsbooks.

There’s also some more information further down this page. We explain why you should consider using multiple websites for betting on the NBA, we detail the various different types of basketball wagers you can place online, and we offer a few useful tips.

Are you ready? Then let’s begin!

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Nba Betting Stats

How to read NBA Las Vegas Odds

The point-spread was developed to provide a balance for both teams involved in a contest to attract bettors to potentially back the weaker team and receive points. The two squads in a game are listed with a title, either a favorite or an underdog. The favorite is usually the perceived better team in the game, as backing them means giving up several points.

The favorite is always listed with a minus (-) sign before the point-spread while the underdog is labeled with a plus (+) label.

Ex. Favorite -10, Underdog +10

On the VegasInsider.com odds page, there is another number associated with the favorite and its listed as -10. This number is simply defined as “vig” or what many in the sports betting industry call vigorish. Another common term is called “juice” and it’s technically the price the bettor has to pay on a straight wager.

Ex. Bet $110 to win $100 (10% juice)
Ex. Bet $100 to win $91.91 (10% juice)

It's not uncommon to see other values posted other than -10. Examples seen on the NBA Vegas Odds pages could include -08, -12, -15 and -20. The -10 price is the most common value in the industry while many books offer reduced 'juice odds' and that would fall into the -08 category.

The lower-juice sportsbooks are normally found outside of the state of Nevada. If you are in a state where sports betting is legal, please check out our online sportsbook directory to find the best and most secure places to make NBA bets.

Nba Game Odds

Another number that’s posted on the NBA Las Vegas is the total or ‘over/under’ for the specific matchup. If the favorite is designated as the home team, then the total will be listed above and vice versa if the visitors are favorites.

All of the above numbers are listed next to the teams, and before each matchup is a Rotation number. The NBA Las Vegas Odds are listed in order of rotation and those numbers are generated and produced by the sportsbooks. Above each matchup and rotation is the Time of the game, which is subject to change. All game times are Eastern Standard Time.

NBA Open Line

One of the best features on the NBA Vegas Odds is the Open Line. This numbers consists of the first betting line received from one of our Las Vegas or Global Sportsbooks. The opening line varies depending on the sportsbook but it provides a clear-cut rating that the oddsmakers use. If you’re betting on the NBA or any other sport, it’s a great idea to view the open line first.

VI Consensus NBA Line

The VegasInsider.com Consensus NBA Line is just as important as the Open Line and also a key resource on odds platform. The Consensus column could be called a “Median Line” since it shows the most consistent number provided by the sportsbooks on VegasInsider.com. The consensus line will be the same as the open line but once the wagers start coming in, this number is often different than the openers.

Betting on NBA Games

Where can I bet on NBA games?

There are several legal sportsbook options in the United States. Visit our sportsbook directory to find online sportsbooks where you can bet on the NBA.

Who are the experts picking to win?

Our experts offer picks on all the big NBA games. Check out our 2020 NBA Playoff Predictions or our NBA game picks to see what our handicappers are saying.

What type of bets can I make on NBA games?

Betting the point spread, straight up winner, and over/under point total are the three popular NBA bets. Sportsbooks also first half lines, live betting, and other betting angles.

Who's the favorite to win the NBA Championship?

For odds on where teams will finish in the NBA Playoffs, check out our NBA Futures page.

Can you place parlay bets on NBA games?

Most sportsbooks will allow you to parlay your baskteball bets, meaning you can bet on multiple odds and win a bigger payout if they all win. Check out our parlay calculator to see what your payout will be.