Club 520 Picks: B Hen’s NBA Parlay for Thursday, December 18

What’s up everybody, back again with another ticket: a six-leg NBA moneyline parlay built straight from tonight’s board. This ticket comes in at +5095, meaning your $100 wager is staring at a potential $5,195.02 payout if all six squads handle business.

Let’s run through why each leg makes sense.

Knicks ML (-190)

New York’s physicality has been a problem for opposing teams all season, and this matchup is no different. The Knicks’ half-court defense forces the Pacers into jump-heavy possessions, and when New York controls pace, they win. Brunson’s ability to settle the offense late in games gives them the edge in any tight finish. As long as the Knicks limit transition swings, they’re positioned to walk out with the W.

Hawks ML (-220)

Atlanta draws one of the most favorable spots on the slate. Charlotte’s defensive rotations remain inconsistent, especially against teams with live dribble creators – Trae Young should consistently get into the heart of the defense. Atlanta has the depth and shot creation to close this out.

Heat ML (-300)

Miami lands as the largest favorite on this ticket – and for good reason. Brooklyn has struggled containing structured offenses, and the Heat thrive when they can dictate matchups. Bam’s interior presence combined with Miami’s layered spacing should force the Nets into a tough defensive night. If the Heat get even average shooting, their defensive consistency will handle the rest.

Magic ML (+225)

Here’s the tough leg – and one that carries more value than the number suggests. Orlando’s length bothers teams that rely heavily on rhythm scoring, and Denver has shown vulnerability on nights when their bench production dips. The Magic generate extra possessions with their size, and if they can keep Jokic in more of a facilitating role, Orlando absolutely has the blueprint to steal this one.

Warriors ML (-125)

Golden State enters this matchup with renewed health and spacing, and that alone changes their ceiling. Against Phoenix, the Warriors’ motion sets tend to generate clean looks, especially when the Suns are forced into cross-matches. If Steph dictates the pace early on and the Warriors avoid foul trouble with their bigs, their offensive versatility gives them a real edge in crunch time.

Mavericks ML (+200)

Dallas enters this matchup as a live underdog thanks to its physical wing play and improved defensive structure. The Pistons often struggle to score in the half court, and the Mavs can grind this game into their style by controlling the glass and limiting turnovers. If they dictate tempo, Dallas has a real shot to cash this plus-money leg.