NBA Summer League Picks & Odds for Thursday, July 13

• Another eight games are on the NBA Summer League schedule this Thursday, July 13
• The Cavs, Bulls, Warriors, and Bucks are all in action
• Find Thursday’s NBA Summer League odds and predictions below

The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas is back at it on Thursday as numerous G-League players and rookies look to make their mark in front of scouts. In total, we have eight contests on the docket, with Cavaliers vs Bulls getting the action started mid-day. The Warriors, Bucks, Rockets, and Heat, among others, will all take the floor, too. Keep reading for the NBA Summer League odds and picks.

NBA Summer League – Thursday, July 13

The unbeaten Cavs are one of the biggest favorites Thursday, laying 5.5 points against the Bulls. Heat vs Bucks could be an interesting contest considering Miami is favored by just 1.5 points in the NBA odds.

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Cavaliers vs Bulls Pick

Cleveland is absolutely cruising in the Summer League with a 3-0 record. They’re averaging 100 points so far, which is top five in Vegas, while holding two of their three opponents to under 80 points. That defensive identity is very much present. Isaiah Mobley, Emoni Bates, Sharife Cooper, and Sam Merrill are all balling out. The Cavs have beaten the Raptors, Grizzlies, and Nets.

🏀 FINAL SCORE THREAD 🏀

Sam Merrill catches fire from three to help lift the @cavs to victory! #NBA2KSummerLeague

Emoni Bates: 21 PTS, 5-8 3PM
Craig Porter Jr.: 12 PTS, 7 REB, 6 AST
Isaiah Mobley: 8 PTS, 5 REB, 5 AST pic.twitter.com/47TZNPClX8

— NBA (@NBA) July 11, 2023

The Bulls sit at 2-1 and have shot the ball extremely well from long range, draining 40.4% of their triples. Chicago is coming off a big 107-99 win over the Sacramento Kings, with Javon Freeman-Liberty going off for 28.

Cleveland could be the best team in the Summer League. But, the Bulls have looked decent, too. The moneyline looks like the best pick.

Pick: Cavs moneyline (-210)

Heat vs Bucks Pick

Miami’s Summer League squad owns a 1-1 record, taking down the Celtics and losing to the Suns. While this tournament is a chance for young players to get out the jitters and learn, the Heat is averaging over 20 turnovers per game. Not good. Big man Orlando Robinson has been their best player through two outings.

Milwaukee has notched victories over the Nuggets and Suns but did lose their most recent contest to the Nets by a disappointing score of 92-71. Just like Miami, the Bucks are coughing it up far too often, averaging over 22 turnovers.

The Bucks seem a tad inconsistent right now. I’d take Heat with the points.

Pick: Heat -1.5 (-110)

Hornets vs Pelicans Pick

All eyes have been on second-overall pick Brandon Miller, who put on a show Tuesday night in a slim loss to the Blazers. The former Alabama standout scored 26 points on 8 for 15 shooting from the field, while Nick Smith showed out for 33. Despite the two carrying the load, it wasn’t enough. Charlotte is now 0-3 in Vegas. Not ideal.

The Hornets first round picks showed up and showed out tonight 💪

Nick Smith Jr. (33 PTS)
Brandon Miller (26 PTS) #NBA2KSummerLeague pic.twitter.com/C98Eqdyn3Y

— NBA (@NBA) July 12, 2023

The Pels might be shooting a mere 26% from deep, but they’ve still managed to find some success in the Sin City. New Orleans has compiled a 2-1 record, taking down the Suns and Warriors. The Timberwolves handed NOLA their only loss. Dyson Daniels is the leading catalyst offensively, averaging 15 PPG.

Both of the Pelicans’ wins came by more than 3.5 points. I like them to cover. The Hornets’ struggles will continue in the Summer League.

Pick: Pelicans -3.5 (-110)