Race to 10 bets (first team to score 10 points) are fun and quick ways 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 Thursday, January 11, 2024:
*Race to 10 records accurate as of January 10
Brooklyn Nets Vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
| Team | Odds | Race To 10 Record |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Nets | +106 | 22-14 |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | -136 | 17-20 |
Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers
The fans at Accor Arena in Paris, France should be treated to a high-scoring affair between two well-rested teams that haven't seen the hardwood since Sunday night.
Wanting to put on a show for the overseas crowd, on top of being one of just 10 teams in the Associations with 20 wins in Race to 10 bets, the Cleveland Cavaliers and superstar guard Donovan Mitchell will dictate the pace early against a Brooklyn Nets side that's lost six of their last seven games.
Phoenix Suns Vs. Los Angeles Lakers
| Team | Odds | Race To 10 Record |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | -120 | 17-20 |
| Los Angeles Lakers | -106 | 21-17 |
Pick: Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers hit the 10-point mark first at 10-9 off of a free throw when they beat the Phoenix Suns by three points on December 5.
It was a coin flip then and it's a coin flip now. Let's give the edge to the Lakers who won the Race to 10 in their most recent action against the Toronto Raptors while the Suns fell short against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Portland Trail Blazers Vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
| Team | Odds | Race To 10 Record |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail Blazers | +164 | 11-25 |
| Oklahoma City Thunder | -215 | 20-15 |
Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder
This bet writes itself.
The Portland Trail Blazers have the worst Race to 10 winning percentage by a substantial margin, and they're entering enemy territory against the Oklahoma City Thunder and their top-four offense. This should be textbook for the Thunder.
