Race to 10 bets (first team to score 10 points) are a fun and quick way to place bets for those who aren't exactly interested in waiting until the final buzzer sounds for potential gains or losses.
Here's a look at three Race to 10 bets you need to consider for the NBA's slate of games on Tuesday, February 6, 2024:
*Race to 10 records accurate as of Feb. 5:
Oklahoma City Thunder Vs. Utah Jazz
The Game: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Utah Jazz, 9 p.m. ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Thunder | -138 | 31-19 |
| Utah Jazz | +108 | 20-31 |
Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder, -138
The Oklahoma City Thunder are a perfect 2-0 this season against the Utah Jazz and 2-0 in the Race to 10, bolstering one of the Association's best records in that betting department.
There's no reason to think that success won't continue on Tuesday. Trends don't lie.
Memphis Grizzlies Vs. New York Knicks
The Game: Memphis Grizzlies vs. New York Knicks, 7:30 p.m. ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Grizzlies | +182 | 27-23 |
| New York Knicks | -240 | 25-25 |
Pick: Memphis Grizzlies, +182
Surprisingly, despite running a skeleton crew of a skeleton crew amidst a sea of injuries, the Memphis Grizzlies have been successful in the Race to 10 at 4-1 during their five-game losing streak SU.
It's almost a necessity at this point to start hot simply to keep pace on the scoreboard. The odds are sweet enough to take a chance on Memphis here at Madison Square Garden.
Dallas Mavericks Vs. Brooklyn Nets
The Game: Dallas Mavericks vs. Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 p.m.
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Mavericks | -128 | 32-17 |
| Brooklyn Nets | +100 | 24-24 |
Pick: Brooklyn Nets, +100
The Brooklyn Nets are 7-1 in the Race to 10 over their last eight appearances, which has gotten them back to the .500 mark on that front.
There's greater gains here by betting on Brooklyn, who have the home-court advantage at Barclays Center. Just go for it.
