NBA Odds: 10 “Must-Watch” Season Games

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The NBA has released its schedule for the 2024-25 season, and among the over 1,200 games scheduled, several standout matchups promise to be exciting for bettors. At BUSR, we present you the list of 10 most anticipated games:

OCTOBER 22: CELTICS TO RECEIVE THEIR RINGS

The Boston Celtics will receive their championship rings and raise a record 18th championship banner before their game against the revamped New York Knicks. This matchup, which also took place on opening night last season, ended with a Celtics victory 108-104 at Madison Square Garden. Watch how these games could impact the NBA odds for the season.

OCTOBER 22: LAKERS VS. TIMBERWOLVES

As the Celtics celebrate, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Minnesota Timberwolves to mark the beginning of a new era under the guidance of JJ Redick. This will be Redick’s first regular-season game as a coach, and it could also be the professional debut of Bronny James.

OCTOBER 23: SIXERS GOING ALL OUT

The Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks begin the season with a lot at stake, especially after their first-round exits from the playoffs marked by injuries to Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo. This game will be Paul George’s first regular-season appearance with the Sixers, which could impact the NBA odds.

OCTOBER 23: INTUIT DOME DEBUT

Steve Ballmer’s new Intuit Dome will open as the Los Angeles Clippers face the Phoenix Suns. The $2 billion arena will feature luxuries such as a double-sided Halo Board and three times the average number of bathrooms.

OCTOBER 25: HOME OPENER AMID INTERNAL DISPUTES

The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Detroit Pistons in a game that promises to be tense, given coach J.B. Bickerstaff’s recent firing and reported internal disputes.

NOVEMBER 6: PG13 TRIUMPHANT RETURN

Paul George returns to Los Angeles after his time with the Clippers, and an interesting reception is expected. His return, along with that of the always-controversial Embiid, could add drama to the game and affect the NBA odds.

NOVEMBER 12: MAVERICKS UNDER THOMPSON’S SPOTLIGHT

Klay Thompson returns to the Bay Area wearing a Dallas Mavericks jersey following a successful stint with the Golden State Warriors. This highly anticipated reunion could influence the NBA odds as the Mavericks fight for their shine.

DECEMBER 19: FRENCH DUEL

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs will host Zaccharie Risacher and the Atlanta Hawks in a matchup between the two most recent draft picks.

DECEMBER 25: UNFORGETTABLE CHRISTMAS IN SAN ANTONIO

The Spurs will participate in their first Christmas game since 2016-17, facing the Knicks with Wembanyama and Chris Paul. Additionally, the Timberwolves will face the Mavericks in a rematch of the Western Conference Finals.

JANUARY 25: DALLAS FOR THE REMATCHES

The Celtics will face the Mavericks in a rematch of the 2024 NBA Finals, which Boston won in five games. Undoubtedly, this game and the February 6 matchup in Boston will be crucial for the NBA odds of both conferences.