Best NBA Betting Picks for Sunday

RotoWire expert JP Aravena shares his top bets for the NBA slate, including a play on Jamal Murray's scoring

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:20pm

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RotoWire expert JP Aravena provides his best bets for Sunday's NBA games, including a recommendation to back the Houston Rockets on the spread against the New Orleans Pelicans, taking the over in the New York Knicks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder matchup, and betting on Jamal Murray to score over 22.5 points for the Denver Nuggets against the Golden State Warriors.

Why it matters

With the NBA playoffs approaching, these expert betting picks can help fans and bettors make informed decisions and potentially profit from the league's top matchups.

The details

For the Rockets vs. Pelicans game, Aravena believes the Rockets should be able to cover the -5.5 spread as they are the more talented and motivated team. In the Knicks vs. Thunder game, he expects a high-scoring affair given the offensive firepower on both sides. And for the Nuggets vs. Warriors matchup, Aravena is backing Jamal Murray to continue his hot scoring streak and eclipse 22.5 points, even with the Warriors likely focusing their defense on slowing down Nikola Jokic.

  • The Rockets vs. Pelicans game will be played on Sunday, March 29.
  • The Knicks vs. Thunder game will also be on Sunday, March 29.
  • The Nuggets vs. Warriors matchup is scheduled for Sunday, March 29 as well.

The players

Jamal Murray

The Denver Nuggets' All-Star guard has been on a scoring tear lately, averaging 26.3 points per game in March while shooting 44% from three-point range.

Jalen Williams

The Oklahoma City Thunder's young wing player has returned to action and will be a key part of their offensive attack against the Knicks.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The Thunder's star point guard will look to lead his team to victory against the high-powered Knicks offense.

Chet Holmgren

The Thunder's talented rookie big man will be a factor in the team's matchup with the Knicks.

Jalen Brunson

The Knicks' starting point guard has been playing at an All-Star level this season and will be a key part of their attack against the Thunder.

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What they’re saying

“The Rockets should be overwhelming favorites despite being on the road, and momentum could play a big role in how this game develops.”

— JP Aravena, RotoWire Expert

“Expect this game to be high-scoring and to continue the trend both teams have had of late.”

— JP Aravena, RotoWire Expert

“Even if he performs a bit below his standards of recent weeks, Murray should be able to hit this line against a depleted Warriors team that will be without several key pieces.”

— JP Aravena, RotoWire Expert

What’s next

Fans and bettors can follow the latest NBA news, odds, and player updates on RotoWire's dedicated NBA pages to stay informed ahead of Sunday's games.

The takeaway

These expert betting picks from RotoWire provide valuable insights that can help NBA fans and bettors make more informed decisions on the league's top matchups. The analysis highlights key factors like team talent, motivation, and recent trends that could impact the outcomes of these games.