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NBA Predictions: November 17–19, 2025 — Full Slate Outlook and Expected Winners

The NBA week opens with a packed schedule featuring critical conference clashes, rising contenders, and heavyweight matchups across three consecutive nights. Using insights from oddsmakers such as FanDuel and BetMGM—along with recent performance trends and analytical projections—here are the predicted winners from Monday, November 17 through Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

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 Monday, November 17, 2025 — Match Predictions

Monday, November 17, 2025 

Milwaukee Bucks at Cleveland Cavaliers

Time: 9:00 PM EET | TV: Peacock
Predicted Winner: Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland’s strong defensive form and home-court advantage give them the nod over Milwaukee’s inconsistent road performance.

Indiana Pacers at Detroit Pistons

Time: 9:00 PM EET
Predicted Winner: Detroit Pistons
Detroit’s young core continues to make strides, and oddsmakers expect them to edge out Indiana at home.

LA Clippers at Philadelphia 76ers

Time: 9:00 PM EET
Predicted Winner: Philadelphia 76ers
The Sixers’ balance on both ends of the floor positions them as favorites in this marquee matchup.

New York Knicks at Miami Heat

Time: 9:30 PM EET | TV: FDSN-SUN
Predicted Winner: Miami Heat
Miami’s disciplined defense and physicality at home give them the projected win.

Charlotte Hornets at Toronto Raptors

Time: 9:30 PM EET | TV: FDSN-SE
Predicted Winner: Toronto Raptors
Toronto’s revamped roster and home presence tilt the odds against Charlotte.

Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves

Time: 10:00 PM EET | TV: FDSN-N
Predicted Winner: Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota’s elite defense and interior dominance put them ahead of the Mavericks.

Oklahoma City Thunder at New Orleans Pelicans

Time: 10:00 PM EET | TV: GCSN
Predicted Winner: Oklahoma City Thunder
OKC’s pace and efficiency suggest they have the edge in a tightly matched duel.

Chicago Bulls at Denver Nuggets

Time: 11:00 PM EET | TV: CHSN
Predicted Winner: Denver Nuggets
Denver’s home-court strength and depth give them a clear advantage.

 Tuesday, November 18, 2025 — Match Predictions

Orlando Magic at Golden State Warriors

Time: 11:00 PM EET | TV: NBCSBA
Predicted Winner: Golden State Warriors

Boston Celtics at Brooklyn Nets

Time: 11:30 PM EET | TV: YES
Predicted Winner: Boston Celtics

Detroit Pistons at Atlanta Hawks

Time: 11:30 PM EET | TV: FDSN-SE
Predicted Winner: Atlanta Hawks

Memphis Grizzlies at San Antonio Spurs

Time: 12:00 AM EET | TV: BSSW
Predicted Winner: San Antonio Spurs

Portland Trail Blazers at Phoenix Suns

Time: 1:00 AM EET | TV: NBCSBA/PEA
Predicted Winner: Phoenix Suns

Utah Jazz at Los Angeles Lakers

Time: 2:00 AM EET | TV: SPEC/SN
Predicted Winner: Los Angeles Lakers

 Wednesday, November 19, 2025 — Match Predictions

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Houston Rockets at Cleveland Cavaliers

Time: 11:00 PM EET
Predicted Winner: Cleveland Cavaliers

Golden State Warriors at Miami Heat

Time: 11:30 PM EET
Predicted Winner: Miami Heat

Sacramento Kings at Oklahoma City Thunder

Time: 12:00 AM EET
Predicted Winner: Oklahoma City Thunder

Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans

Time: 12:00 AM EET
Predicted Winner: Denver Nuggets

New York Knicks at Dallas Mavericks

Time: 1:30 AM EET
Predicted Winner: Dallas Mavericks

Final Outlook

The three-day stretch features dominant home teams, key Western Conference battles, and several momentum-building opportunities for rising squads. Cleveland, Denver, and Oklahoma City stand out as consistent projected winners across their matchups, while Miami and Golden State face significant but winnable tests.

Disclaimer

These predictions are based on team form, statistical models, and oddsmaker analysis. They are not guaranteed outcomes.

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