The NBA Cup continues on Saturday with another huge slate of games, including three intriguing matchups featuring some of the league's biggest names. The Knicks travel to Indiana looking to bounce back from their midweek defeat, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Heat welcome Cleveland to Miami, while Victor Wembanyama and the red-hot Spurs host Golden State in a blockbuster Western Conference showdown. We've taken a closer look at all three contests and picked out our best bets below.
NBA Betting Tips: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Today's NBA Best Bets
| Game |
Selection |
Odds |
| NYK @ IND |
New York Knicks -7.5 |
$1.90 (1 unit) |
| CLE @ MIA |
Miami Heat -2.5 |
$1.90 (2 units) |
| GSW @ SAS |
San Antonio Spurs -12.5 |
$1.90 (1 unit) |
New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
Saturday, November 14 | 11:00am AEDT
Indiana return home looking to build on a much-needed 114-101 victory over Washington, which ended a difficult run of seven defeats in eight games. The Pacers have struggled throughout the opening month, entering this contest with a 4-8 record and sitting outside the Eastern Conference playoff positions. Injuries have played a significant role in their disappointing start, with Tyrese Haliburton remaining sidelined by a hamstring problem, while Ben Sheppard and Johnny Furphy are also unavailable. Andrew Nembhard has provided an important offensive spark, recording consecutive double-doubles, but Indiana have struggled to generate consistent scoring opportunities and remain vulnerable on the boards.
New York have enjoyed a more encouraging start to their championship defence, winning six of their opening 11 games despite a disappointing 115-107 defeat to Cleveland on Wednesday. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 27 points in that contest, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists. Towns has been particularly impressive on the glass, averaging 13.5 rebounds per game and establishing himself as one of the NBA's leading rebounders. The Knicks have also been outstanding defensively, allowing just 103.5 points per game, although their offence has been less convincing and Mikal Bridges has struggled to find his scoring rhythm.
New York appear to have a significant advantage in this matchup, particularly around the basket where Towns should be able to exploit Indiana's rebounding problems. The Pacers have struggled to replace Haliburton's offensive production and face a difficult assignment against a Knicks defence that has been among the league's best. Indiana should benefit from returning home, but New York's superior depth and ability to control the tempo should allow them to dictate proceedings. With the Knicks looking to bounce back from Wednesday's defeat and the Pacers still dealing with several important absences, we're backing New York to cover the 6.5-point handicap.
Our NBA Tip
New York Knicks -7.5
$1.90 (1 Unit)
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Miami Heat
Saturday, November 14 | 12:00pm AEDT
Miami return home following a successful finish to their five-game road trip, having secured consecutive victories over Sacramento and Utah. The Heat improved to 5-6 with a 115-109 victory over the Jazz on Tuesday, led by another dominant performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP finished with 30 points, 11 rebounds and four assists and has been outstanding throughout the opening month, averaging 27.7 points, 12.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists. Bam Adebayo continues to provide an important defensive presence alongside Antetokounmpo, while Davion Mitchell has been an effective playmaker. However, Miami will be monitoring Giannis' wrist injury ahead of tip-off, with Klay Thompson and Pelle Larsson also carrying injury concerns.
Cleveland enter this contest with renewed confidence following an impressive 115-107 road victory over the defending champion Knicks on Wednesday. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden were both influential in that result, helping the Cavaliers improve to 6-6 after an inconsistent start to the campaign. Cleveland have struggled to establish momentum despite possessing considerable offensive talent, and injuries remain an important concern heading into this matchup. Evan Mobley has been ruled out with a toe injury, while Sam Merrill is also unavailable. Mobley's absence is particularly significant against Miami, with the Cavaliers losing one of their most versatile defenders and an important presence around the basket.
This shapes as a fascinating contest between two teams looking to build momentum in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland have the offensive firepower to trouble Miami, particularly through Mitchell and Harden, but Mobley's absence could prove decisive against the Heat's powerful frontcourt. Antetokounmpo has been difficult to contain throughout the opening month, and his ability to attack the basket should create opportunities for Miami's supporting cast. The Heat also have the benefit of returning home following their successful road trip. Provided Giannis is cleared to play, we favour Miami to continue its recent improvement and cover the narrow 1.5-point handicap.
Our NBA Tip
Miami Heat -2.5
$1.90 (2 Units)
Golden State Warriors vs San Antonio Spurs
Saturday, November 14 | 1:30pm AEDT
San Antonio have been one of the standout teams through the opening month of the season, winning 10 consecutive games to improve to 10-2 and climb to second in the Western Conference standings. Victor Wembanyama has been the driving force behind their remarkable form, averaging 32.6 points, 11.4 rebounds and 4.5 blocks during the winning streak. The French superstar has established himself as one of the league's most dominant players at both ends of the floor, while De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper provide the Spurs with an exciting supporting cast. San Antonio have also demonstrated their ability to win on the road, recording impressive victories over Portland, Phoenix and Chicago during the past week.
Golden State arrive in San Antonio looking to bounce back from a 115-108 defeat to Houston on Wednesday, which brought their eight-game winning streak to an end. The Warriors have enjoyed an impressive start to the campaign, sitting at 8-4 despite dealing with several significant injury concerns. Yaxel Lendeborg continued his outstanding rookie season with 25 points and 10 rebounds against the Rockets, while Brandin Podziemski added 22 points and four three-pointers. However, the absence of Stephen Curry remains a major concern after the superstar suffered an abdominal oblique tear, with the Warriors confirming he will be reassessed in two weeks. Moses Moody and Kristaps Porzingis are also unavailable, leaving Golden State short of several important contributors.
Golden State have demonstrated impressive resilience throughout Curry's absence, but facing a San Antonio outfit riding a 10-game winning streak represents an enormous challenge. The Spurs have been outstanding defensively, allowing just 106.6 points per game during their winning run, and Wembanyama's presence around the basket should make life particularly difficult for a Warriors side missing its most dangerous offensive weapon. Golden State still possess enough depth to remain competitive, but San Antonio's combination of size, athleticism and offensive firepower gives them a significant advantage on their home floor. With Wembanyama playing some of the best basketball of his career, we're backing the Spurs to continue their remarkable run and cover the 10.5-point handicap.
Our NBA Tip
San Antonio Spurs -12.5
$1.90 (1 Unit)
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