NBA Betting Tips & Predictions – 2024–25 Season
Looking for sharp NBA betting insights? You’re in the right place. Our US sports expert, FirstDown, is back for the 2024–25 season with expert picks and predictions — from tip-off all the way to the Finals.
As the postseason heats up, so does the betting value. Whether it’s Eastern Conference giants like Boston and Cleveland, or rising Western threats like Oklahoma City, every matchup is a chance to find an edge.
We focus on data-driven selections — not hype. That means detailed breakdowns of team form, matchups, injuries, and motivational angles that matter, especially during the Play-In and playoff crunch.
Bookmark this page and check back daily for betting previews from FirstDown — crafted for punters who want more than just box scores and buzz.
Ready to back your bet? We link to trusted sportsbooks for readers in the US, Canada, UK, and beyond.
Let’s find the value and cash some winners.
Current NBA Basketball Previews
| Date | Tipster | Comp. -- Road Team @ Home Team |
|---|---|---|
| No Matches to display | ||
TIPSTER RETURNS : NBA BASKETBALL
| TIPSTER CATEGORY STANDINGS | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tipster | Year | # Picks |
Picks Won |
Picks Lost |
Picks In Play |
Picks Push |
Picks Void |
Stake | Profit / Loss |
Yield |
| FirstDown | 2024/25 | 167 | 86 | 79 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 167 | -0.46 | -0.3% |
| FirstDown | 2023/24 | 189 | 95 | 89 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 189 | -2.61 | -1.4% |
| FirstDown | 2022/23 | 169 | 81 | 87 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 169 | -12.75 | -7.5% |
| FirstDown | 2021/22 | 179 | 91 | 86 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 179 | -3.26 | -1.8% |
| FirstDown | 2020/21 | 240 | 122 | 115 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 240 | -3.62 | -1.5% |
| FirstDown | 2019/20 | 70 | 31 | 37 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 70 | -8.63 | -12.3% |
| FirstDown | 2018/19 | 222 | 114 | 104 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 222 | 0.61 | 0.3% |
| FirstDown | 2017/18 | 136 | 60 | 74 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 136 | -19.14 | -14.1% |
| FirstDown | 2016/17 | 167 | 78 | 85 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 167 | -13.60 | -8.1% |
Like the site? Love the tips?
Thanks! We work for "beer-money"
If you CLICK and USE the advertisers ..
then they'll pay us a beer each time you bet
RECOMMENDED UK BOOKIE SITES :
Bet365 |
BetFred
OFFSHORE SPORTSBOOKS (for USA) :
BetOnline |
Bookmaker.com |
Bovada |
EveryGame
CANADIAN ONLINE BET SITES :
Bet365 (Ontario) |
Bodog Sports (All)
AUSSIE LICENSED BOOKMAKERS :
Bet365.COM.AU
CRYPTO DEPOSIT SPORTSBOOKS :
Bovada (US) |
Bodog (Can) |
BetOnline (US/Can) |
SportBet (Global)
REMEMBER BE CAREFUL :
Finally - please remember that sports betting is always a gamble so please bet within your financial means. Do not bet the rent money or the power bill fund - no matter how sure you think the winner is.
Adults only. Don't let gambling become a problem in your life. Check our responsible gambling page for more info.
| RECENT NBA FINALS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SEASON | WORLD CHAMPION | GAMES | FINALIST |
| 2023-24 | Boston Celtics | 4-1 | Dallas Mavericks |
| 2022-23 | Denver Nuggets | 4-1 | Miami Heat |
| 2021-22 | Golden State Warriors | 4-2 | Boston Celtics |
| 2020-21 | Milwaukee Bucks | 4-2 | Phoenix Suns |
| 2019-20 | Los Angeles Lakers | 4-2 | Miami Heat |
| 2018-19 | Toronto Raptors | 4-2 | Golden State Warriors |
| 2017-18 | Golden State Warriors | 4-0 | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| 2016-17 | Golden State Warriors | 4-1 | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| 2015-16 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 4-3 | Golden State Warriors |
| 2014-15 | Golden State Warriors | 4-2 | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| 2013-14 | San Antonio Spurs | 4-1 | Miami Heat |
| 2012-13 | Miami Heat | 4-3 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 2011-12 | Miami Heat | 4-1 | Oklahoma City |
| 2010-11 | Dallas Mavericks | 4-2 | Miami Heat |
| 2009-10 | Los Angeles Lakers | 4-3 | Boston Celtics |
| 2008-09 | Los Angeles Lakers | 4-1 | Orlando Magic |
| 2007-08 | Boston Celtics | 4-2 | Los Angeles Lakers |
