By Alison Ireland | HotStreakPicks.com
The NBA season is deep into the stretch run, and every game is dripping with playoff implications, player motivation, and betting value. This is the time of year when momentum matters most—both on the court and at the betting window. Teams are either surging for a playoff push or fading fast, and savvy bettors know how to ride the hot hands and fade the pretenders.
At Hot Streak Picks, we don’t just throw darts at the board. We track trends, analyze matchups, and look for value every night. Last night, we split the slate 1-1—but we’re staying in the green and keeping our focus locked in as we head into tonight’s action.
🏀 Yesterday’s Recap (1-1)
✅ Golden State Warriors (+2) vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The Dubs handled business at home, beating the Lakers 123-116 behind Steph Curry’s monster 37-point night and a surprise spark from Brandin Podziemski, who added 28. We called the dog—and they won outright.
❌ Toronto Raptors +3 vs. Portland Trail Blazers
We missed this one as the Raptors couldn’t get it done. Shaedon Sharpe dropped 36 and the Blazers pulled away late to win by 9. Tough beat, but we bounce back.
🔥 Today’s NBA Picks – April 4, 2025
✅ Golden State Warriors (+1.5) vs. Denver Nuggets
We’re going back to the well with Golden State at home. The Warriors are 13-3 straight up in their last 16, and they’re playing with swagger. Meanwhile, Denver has struggled ATS lately, going just 1-4 in their last 5. We like the home dog with momentum.
✅ Chicago Bulls -6 vs. Portland Trail Blazers
Portland is in a tough spot on the road, and Chicago has been covering consistently—11-3 ATS in their last 14. This is a favorable matchup for the Bulls at home, and we expect them to handle business.
💭 Final Thoughts
These NBA bets are backed by strong trends and favorable matchups, making them worth considering for your wagers. Whether you’re placing bets on FanDuel, DraftKings, PrizePicks, Underdog, Sleeper, or BetMGM, these plays have solid value based on recent performances. As always, bet responsibly and enjoy the action!
