The 2025-26 NBA season continues on Thursday where 20 of the 30 teams will be in action across the day. The first of the 10 games will begin at 9:30am AEDT, while the last of the slate starts at 1pm AEDT. We have provided our three best bets and prop bets for the day below!
NBA Betting Tips: Thursday, October 30th 2025
Houston Rockets at Toronto Raptors (9:30am AEDT)
The Houston Rockets arrive at Scotiabank Arena on the back of a morale-boosting win, looking to extend their dominance against a Toronto Raptors side still finding their rhythm. Houston’s high-octane offence, featuring a wealth of scoring options, poses a significant threat to a Raptors defence that has recently struggled to contain opponents. This suggests the young, athletic Rockets are well-positioned to control the pace of the game and execute efficiently. Given Toronto’s inconsistency, it makes sense to back the Rockets to cover the -5.5 spread in what is shaping up to be a showcase of Houston's rising talent.
A major factor in Houston’s offensive surge is the blossoming playmaking ability of centre Alperen Sengun. His unique skill set allows the Rockets to run their offence through the post, challenging the Raptors' interior defenders and forcing rotations that generate open looks for his teammates. In a matchup where the flow of the game will depend on generating good shots, Sengun’s facilitation becomes paramount. The Raptors may struggle to contain his passing lanes without compromising their defence, giving the Turkish maestro ample opportunities to rack up dimes.
Therefore, for those looking for a player prop angle, we are tipping Sengun to go over 6.5 assists as the Rockets look to keep their offence clicking in Canada. Houston's system is predicated on ball movement, and with the talented big man operating as the hub, he is projected to exceed this benchmark comfortably as he orchestrates the attack. Expect a strong performance from the visitors as they aim to establish themselves as a force in the Western Conference.
Prop Bet: A. Sengun Over 6.5 Assists $2.15 (1 Unit) Bet365
Rockets –5.5
$1.88 (1 Unit)
Cleveland Cavaliers at Boston Celtics (10:00am AEDT)
The Cleveland Cavaliers travel to the TD Garden to take on the Boston Celtics in a compelling Eastern Conference showdown. Cleveland, despite a host of early-season injuries to key rotational players, have showcased their formidable defensive identity and a powerful scoring punch, particularly through Donovan Mitchell's brilliance. The Celtics, conversely, have struggled to establish consistency, with their new-look line-up still gelling, especially with star Jayson Tatum sidelined. Given the Cavaliers' early-season form and Boston’s current injury concerns, Cleveland's blend of defence and star power makes them a tough proposition for the home side. Therefore, we are backing the Cleveland Cavaliers to cover the -4.5 spread in what should be a tightly contested affair.
One key player for the Celtics is newly acquired guard Anfernee Simons, who must step up his production to compensate for the team's missing firepower. Simons has already demonstrated his explosive scoring ability, capable of generating points quickly and efficiently, particularly from beyond the arc. His role as a primary scorer and play initiator will be amplified in this matchup, as the Celtics will need every ounce of his offensive output to break down Cleveland's stout defence, spearheaded by their twin towers, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.
The point guard’s ability to exceed expectations and deliver big scoring nights has been evident, and his new situation in Boston seems to have provided him with the green light to fire away. With the Cavaliers likely focusing their defensive strategy on disrupting the Celtics' star wing, the responsibility will fall on Simons to capitalise on open looks and create for himself. This makes his points total an attractive prop, leading us to tip Anfernee Simons to go over 14.5 points as he shoulders the offensive load for the Celtics.
Prop Bet: A. Simons Over 14.5 Points $1.90 (1 Unit) Ladbrokes
Cavaliers –4.5
$1.98 (2 Units)
Memphis Grizzlies at Phoenix Suns (1:00pm AEDT)
The Phoenix Suns (1-3) return home to the desert tonight looking to snap a disappointing three-game losing streak as they host the Memphis Grizzlies (2-2). Phoenix are reeling after a tough road trip, culminating in an overtime loss to the Jazz despite a 34-point, 10-assist outing from Devin Booker. The Suns have struggled with their backcourt rotation and late-game execution, a major point of concern for a team with high aspirations.
The Grizzlies, meanwhile, have shown their trademark resilience despite playing short-handed. While they suffered a recent loss to the Warriors, they have demonstrated the ability to respond to adversity, and their frenetic pace often gives opponents trouble—especially a Suns defence that has looked shaky. Ja Morant will look to push the pace and attack a vulnerable Phoenix interior. The prevailing narrative, compounded by Phoenix's early-season struggles and Memphis's historical dominance of this matchup (4-0 last season), is a strong indicator. Our primary prediction for this contest is for the Memphis Grizzlies to win.
A key element in the Grizzlies' success will be their bench scoring and the continued emergence of rookie Cedric Coward. Coward has stepped up in a big way, notably exploding for 27 points in a recent victory. Given the team's injuries and his proven scoring ability in a fast-paced game, the over/under line of $11.5$ points for Cedric Coward looks very appealing against a Phoenix defence that has conceded big nights to opposing wings. If Coward continues to provide this valuable supplementary offence, it will be a major factor in Memphis securing the road victory.
Prop Bet: C. Coward Over 11.5 Points $1.87 (1 Unit) Neds
Grizzlies to Win
$1.82 (1.5 Units)
