Nets vs. Heat Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 07th, 2025

Arena and City where Nets vs. Heat will be playing

The stage is set for an NBA game between the Nets and Heat on February 07th, 2025, in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Nets vs. Heat betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Eastern Conference clash taking place on February 07th, 2025, starting at 18:30. The Nets enters as 6.5 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Heat won, 96-95. The over/under for the upcoming game is 211 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has made it abundantly clear how important the 3-point shot is to the game. Let's examine how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Nets are currently nailing 35.4% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Heat is converting on 36.7% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Nets are dedicating 45% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Heat is taking 45% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Brooklyn Nets

How are the Nets playing this season?

The Nets comes into this game with a 17-34 record, and they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Nets are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nets win their most recent game?

No, Nets fell to the Wizards, 119-102. Mikal Bridges scored 26 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Nets

The leading scorer for the Nets this season is Cameron Thomas, who is averaging 24.7 points per game. He scored 23 points on 7-for-20 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Heat.

Other Team Leaders for the Nets

Coming into the February 07th, 2025 contest, Nicolas Claxton leads the Nets with 7.4 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 19.5 points in DraftKings and 21.2 fantasy points in FanDuel. Ben Simmons has a team-high 6.9 assists per game. He scored 21.25 DraftKings points and 22 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Nets is D'Angelo Russell (1.3 steals per game). He has 6 DraftKings fantasy points and 4 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nicolas Claxton is leading the way for the Nets with 1.3 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 19.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 21.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Nets Team Analysis

The Nets' point differential this season is -6.9 points per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. They are averaging 105.3 points per game while allowing 112.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nets are making 13.6 shots per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nets are making 16.8 per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA.

Projected Nets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Heat, the Nets' starting lineup consisted of Nicolas Claxton, Dorian Finney-Smith, Cameron Johnson, Mikal Bridges and Spencer Dinwiddie. For the upcoming matchup, the Nets has the following injuries: Bojan Bogdanovic is out (foot), Noah Clowney is out (ankle) Maxwell Lewis is out (leg), De'Anthony Melton is out (knee) and Cameron Thomas is out (hamstring).

Miami Heat

How is the Heat playing this season?

The Heat head this game with a 25-24 record, and they are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Heat is 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Heat win their most recent game?

Yes, Heat defeated the 76ers, 108-101. Jimmy Butler scored 31 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Heat

The leading scorer for the Heat this season is Tyler Herro, who is averaging 23.9 points per game. Tyler Herro also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.55. He scored 29 points on 11-for-22 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Nets. In the last game, scored 52.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 47.9 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Heat

Bam Adebayo is leading the way with 10 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 38.75 points in DraftKings and 32.6 in FanDuel. Tyler Herro is dishing out a team-high 5.5 assists per game. He has 52.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 47.9 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Heat's leader is Dru Smith with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Heat is Kel'el Ware, who is sending back 1 shots per game. He scored 16.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 15.1 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Heat Team Analysis

The Heat's point differential this season is 0.2 points per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA. They are averaging 111 points per game while allowing 110.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Heat is making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Heat is making 17 per game, which ranks 13th in the NBA.

Projected Heat's Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nets, the Heat's starting five were Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jović, Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro and Kyle Lowry. For the upcoming matchup, Heat has the following injuries: Dru Smith is out (achilles) and Andrew Wiggins is questionable (hip).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Nets and Heat game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Heat.

Money Line betting suggestion

Nets are a 6.5 money line underdog for the game against the Heat, and the suggestion is to pick the Heat.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Nets and Heat is 211 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Nets and Heat have combined for just 8 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.