Race to 10 bets (first team to score 10 points) are a fast and simple way to place bets for those who aren't exactly keen on 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, March 7, 2024:
*Race to 10 records accurate as of March 6
Toronto Raptors Vs. Phoenix Suns
The Game: Toronto Raptors vs. Phoenix Suns, 9 p.m. ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto Raptors | +162 | 32-30 |
| Phoenix Suns | -210 | 31-31 |
Bet: Phoenix Suns -210
The Race to 10 records being as similar as they are, the Toronto Raptors are just so incredibly undermanned, not in roster size, but with their top-tier talent in Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, and Bruce Brown all being out due to injury.
The Phoenix Suns are in the same boat being without Devin Booker, but with Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal at their disposal, they have enough firepower to get out quick and often on offense to not just reach 10 points first, but put away the Raptors entirely as fast as possible.
Chicago Bulls Vs. Golden State Warriors
The Game: Chicago Bulls vs. Golden State Warriors, 10 p.m. ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bulls | +122 | 24-37 |
| Golden State Warriors | -156 | 28-32 |
Bet: Golden State Warriors -156
A 3-1 record in the Race to 10 over the Golden State Warriors' last four games is impressive, with a funny note being the lone blemish didn't come during the catastrophic 52-point loss on Sunday.
The Chicago Bulls have won their last two in this department, as well, but Golden State is on another level offensively lately and will come out swinging at the Chase Center on Thursday.
Brooklyn Nets Vs. Detroit Pistons
The Game: Brooklyn Nets vs. Detroit Pistons, 7 p.m. ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Nets | -130 | 27-35 |
| Detroit Pistons | +102 | 29-32 |
Bet: Detroit Pistons +102
The lone upset pick of the day, the Detroit Pistons have split their last three games in the Race to 10, although the three losses have come in the last three games.
Let's ride Detroit at home, though, against a Brooklyn Nets offense that's been incredibly strong as of late, but also very inconsistent in the first quarter of games.
