Nba all star game betting odds

Young was not initially selected as an All-Star, arguably a direct result of Haliburton becoming a starter, along with Jalen Brunson’s continued development, Tyrese Maxey’s improvement, and Donovan Mitchell’s comfort in Cleveland. Young is no longer the young point guard of note in the East, and that downgrade is deserved, given Atlanta’s continued struggles. Nba all star game betting Coaches in trouble – Job security in the coaching ranks in the NBA is almost non-existent in most cases. By the last third of the season it becomes obvious that several coaches are playing for their survival, or have already secured their departure at the end of the season. It can be tough for a coach to keep his players focused and motivated at the best of times. When that coach is a lame duck, or is at least unlikely to survive, then it can be very tough for him to have his team playing at their best – especially if the season is not going well. Consider the coaching factor when making your adjustments and picks,

One thing that is pretty much guaranteed is that there will be a lot points scored. It is an exhibition after all, and what draws the oohs and aahs from the crowd are the alley-oop dunks and long distance three-pointers. Nine of the last 10 All-Star Games have seen at least 300 points scored with a record 374 combined points in the 2017 game, which was the most recent using the classic format. In that game the squads combined to shoot nearly 58 percent with 43 three-pointers between them. NBA All Star Game Moneyline Betting The Western Conference has a lot of potential for scoring the ball. It’s not just the starters. But the bench has Devin Booker, Steph Curry and Anthony Edwards. The team doesn’t have a single player making its first All-Star Game. All of the Western Conference players have been there before.