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Miami vs. Brooklyn. NBA Match Prediction
On December 24, Miami and Brooklyn will meet at the Kaseya Center. Both teams are in a difficult situation, so this match is of particular importance to them. Will Miami be able to break the losing streak, or will Brooklyn surprise on the road? - read our forecast
Command Analysis
Miami Heat
USACurrent form
The Heat are holding onto sixth place in the Eastern Conference with some difficulty. The last three games have been disastrous, as the team has lost to Detroit (124:125), Oklahoma (97:104) and Orlando (114:121).
The game against the Magic was especially disappointing, where Miami confidently led until the fourth quarter, but managed to score only eight points at the end. Such a decline raises questions, but Jimmy Butler and his partners intend to rehabilitate themselves in front of the fans. The Heat traditionally perform better at home, which gives hope for a successful end to the match.
Disqualifications and injuries
Kevin Love and Josh Richarson will miss the next game due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Heat have lost only once in their last five home games.
Projected lineup: Highsmith - Butler, Adebayo - Herro, Robinson.
Brooklyn Nets
USACurrent form
The Nets are going through tough times and have been losing points more and more often lately. The team can't compete with most of their opponents, but sometimes they show good play.
In the last meeting, Brooklyn hosted Utah, which is considered an outsider in the Western Conference. However, the hosts were unable to take advantage of the situation and lost (94:105). The opponent defense looked reliable, and the Nets' offensive line was unable to offer a worthy response. The next match will be away, where the team traditionally faces additional difficulties.
Disqualifications and injuries
Bojan Bogdanovis, De'Anthony Melton, Cameron Thomas, Trendon Watfard and Ziaire Williams continue to recover from injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Nets have won 3 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
Projected lineup: Clowney - Johnson, Claxton - Simmons, Johnson.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Miami win
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, the Heat have won in the first quarter.
1.63Bet 1st quarter: total over 53 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 53 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.74Tip and bets
Brooklyn has been struggling to find wins lately. The team lacks a stable defense and strong attacking potential to confidently score points. Miami, in turn, is experiencing a slump, having suffered three losses in a row. Playing at home gives the Heat an advantage, and we expect the hosts to be as aggressive as possible from the first minutes. Most likely, it is their determination and pressure that will help achieve the desired result.
Our prediction is a Miami victory with a handicap of (-8) points for 1.72
Bet on total
The guests are well aware that the opponent class is higher. The Nets are unlikely to be able to play first number, but their bet on counterattacks can yield results. Given the dynamics of both teams, we expect the overall total of the match to be broken.
Forecast - total over 212.5 points for 1.74
Bet on statistics
After three straight losses, the Heat will likely learn from their mistakes. We expect the home team to pressure Brooklyn’s defense until it breaks down. This should lead to a productive game from Miami.
Prediction - Miami individual total over 109.5 points for 1.65
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