Basketball Betting Tips, Predictions & Previews

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Basketball Picks & Tips

Basketball - and the NBA in particular - is one of the most wagered upon sports in Australia. The NBL is quickly catching in terms of popularity in Australia with the Christmas Day games a highlight on the calendar.

Whether it's head-to-head markets, the NBA title or MVP betting, basketball is a hugely popular betting sport with Aussies punting each and every day.

Bets.com.au will have all your basketball betting tips throughout the regular season and all throughout the playoffs including the NBL and NBA Finals. We also provide a profitable NBA Bet Of The Day, along with daily NBA multi tips.

We also provide coverage of the world's biggest leagues, including the Euro League.

Upcoming Basketball - This Week's NBA

The Knicks and Spurs square off for the NBA Championship. Check out the fixtures schedule below.

DateGameTime (AEST)
Thu 4 Jun 2026New York Knicks @ San Antonio Spurs (NBA Finals Game 1)10:30am
Sat 6 Jun 2026New York Knicks @ San Antonio Spurs (NBA Finals Game 2)10:30am
Tue 9 Jun 2026San Antonio Spurs @ New York Knicks (NBA Finals Game 3)10:30am

Basketball Live Streaming

You can watch basketball live streams, including NBA, on your favourite digital device including mobile phone and tablet.

Opening up an account with a number of our trusted online bookmaker partners will deliver basketball live streaming.

Account holders of Bet365 will be able to stream the majority of NBA and NBL regular season games. Check the NBA market pages for the availability of streams for particular matches.

Geo-restrictions apply, you'll need a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours to gain access.

To use the Live Streaming service you will need to be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Note, under Australian law, Live Streaming on bet365 is exempt from Parts 3 and 4 of the Broadcasting Services (Online Content Service Provider Rules) 2018.

Upcoming Basketball Live Streams

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  • Event
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Basketball Betting Markets

The number of betting options available to bet on basketball can be hard to wrap your head around so we've broken the main betting markets down for you.

1. Match Result Markets


  • Head-to-Head (Moneyline)
  • Line/Spread
  • Total Points (Over/Under)
  • Winning Margin (1–10, 11–20, 21+)
  • Alternate Lines (Team + Player)
  • Correct Score Bands
  • Will There Be Overtime? (Yes/No)

2. Player Prop Markets


  • Single Stat Props
  • Player Points
  • Player Rebounds
  • Player Assists
  • Player 3-Point Field Goals
  • Player Steals
  • Player Blocks
  • Player Turnovers
  • Points + Rebounds
  • Points + Assists
  • Rebounds + Assists
  • Points + Rebounds + Assists (PRA)
  • Stocks (Steals + Blocks)
  • Double-Double
  • Triple-Double
  • Player Performance Doubles (e.g., “Player to score 20+ points & team to win”)
  • Player Milestones (20+, 25+, 30+, 40+ points etc.)

3. Team Prop Markets


  • Team Total Points
  • Team Total Threes Made
  • Team Total Rebounds / Assists
  • Team Race to X Points (10, 20, 50, etc.)
  • Highest-Scoring Quarter
  • Winning Margin Group Betting
  • Team to Score First / Last

4. Quarter & Half Markets


  • First Quarter Result
  • First Half Result
  • Quarter Lines / Half Lines
  • Quarter Totals / Half Totals
  • Highest Scoring Quarter
  • Team to Win Each Quarter
  • First-Quarter Race to X Points

5. Same Game Multis (SGM)


  • Combine player props
  • Combine team props
  • Combine head-to-head, line, totals
  • SGM+ (cross-game multis on some bookies)

6. Live / In-Play Betting Markets


  • Live Match Result
  • Live Line/Spread
  • Live Totals
  • Live Player Points / Rebounds / Assists
  • Next Team to Score
  • Race to X (live)
  • Live Quarter/Half Markets

7. Futures & Outright Markets


  • Championship Winner
  • Conference Winner (NBA)
  • Division Winner
  • Regular Season Win Totals (Team Over/Under)
  • To Make/Miss Playoffs
  • NBA: MVP, Rookie of the Year, DPOY, Sixth Man, Most Improved, Coach of the Year
  • NBL: MVP, Rookie of the Year, Best Defensive Player, Most Improved, Coach of the Year
  • Player Futures
  • Season Points Leader
  • Rebounds Leader
  • Assists Leader
  • 3-Point Champion
  • Finals MVP
  • Series Betting (NBA Playoffs)
  • Series Winner
  • Series Correct Score
  • Total Games in Series
  • Team to Win Game 1 & the Series
  • Series Spread

8. Tournament Markets (FIBA, Olympics)


  • Tournament Winner
  • Group Winner
  • Medal Winner (Gold/Silver/Bronze)
  • Top Scorer of Tournament
  • Match Winner/Line/Totals
  • Player Props (in major games)

9. Novelty / Special Markets


(Depends on bookmaker)

  • Player Trades / Free Agency Specials
  • Draft Number 1 Pick
  • Player Draft Position (Top 5, Top 10, etc.)
  • Statistical Milestones Specials
  • Team Win Streak Markets

NBL Tips & Previews

The National Basketball League (NBL) is Australia’s premier men’s basketball competition, founded in 1979 and growing from a small domestic league into one of the strongest and most respected hoops competitions outside the NBA. Featuring 10 teams across Australia and New Zealand - including the Perth Wildcats, Melbourne United, Sydney Kings, Brisbane Bullets, and expansion clubs like the Tasmania JackJumpers — the NBL has developed a reputation for elite coaching, high-intensity play and world-class talent production. In recent years, the league has become a genuine global pathway, attracting NBA prospects through the Next Stars program (launched in 2018) and producing names such as LaMelo Ball, Josh Giddey, Ousmane Dieng and Rayan Rupert. With rising attendances, strong broadcast deals and a growing international audience, the NBL is now considered one of the best professional leagues on the planet.

For punters, the NBL provides an extensive range of betting markets tailored to both casual fans and experienced bettors. Australian bookmakers offer Head-to-Head, Line/Handicap, Total Points and Winning Margin markets, along with popular Same Game Multis covering player props like Points, Rebounds, Assists, 3-Pointers, Double-Doubles and more. Futures markets are also a major attraction, including NBL Championship Winner, League MVP, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player and Top Four Finish. With games played multiple nights a week, strong statistical trends and team-based consistency, the NBL delivers a highly bettable product - making it one of Australia’s favourite domestic sports for wagering and analysis.

Click the following link for our free NBL betting tips & predictions, along with comprehensive and analysis-driven match previews.

NBA Tips & Previews

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the premier professional basketball league in the world, founded in 1946 as the Basketball Association of America before merging with the NBL in 1949 to form the modern NBA. What began with just 11 teams has grown into a 30-team global powerhouse split into the Eastern and Western Conferences, featuring iconic franchises such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls and Golden State Warriors. The league has produced some of the greatest athletes in history - from Bill Russell and Michael Jordan to LeBron James and Stephen Curry - and continues to expand its international footprint, with stars emerging from all corners of the world. The NBA runs an 82-game regular season followed by the Playoffs and the NBA Finals, with the Larry O’Brien Trophy awarded to the league champion.

For punters, NBA betting offers one of the most diverse markets in world sport. Australian bookmakers provide everything from traditional Head-to-Head, Line and Total Points betting to player prop markets such as Points, Assists, Rebounds, 3-Pointers and combined stat multis. Same Game Multis (SGMs) are extremely popular, allowing bettors to combine player and team outcomes into one tailored bet, while futures markets include MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and the NBA Championship winner. With fast-paced games, daily fixtures and extensive live-betting opportunities, the NBA is one of the most engaging and data-driven sports for betting enthusiasts in Australia.

Click the following link for our latest free NBA betting tips, predictions & expert match previews.

Basketball FAQs

How to live stream live basketball online?

For all the information on how to live stream upcoming basketball matches, visit our live streaming hub. Our team has detailed how you can live stream not only the NBA and NBL but all the popular leagues from around the world.

What betting markets are available for basketball?

Money line (who will win), handicap or spread, total points and player props are some of the most popular betting markets when it comes to punting on basketball.

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