Warriors vs Heat Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 8, 2025, 3:09AM | Published: Jan 6, 2025, 11:25PM
The Golden State Warriors will take on the Miami Heat in NBA action at Chase Center on Wednesday, starting at 2:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Stephen Curry, Andrew Wiggins and Dennis Schroder, the Warriors are aiming to beat a Heat line-up that includes Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo and Terry Rozier.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Warriors vs Heat game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Golden State vs Miami NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Warriors a 76% chance of defeating the Heat at Chase Center.
Warriors vs Heat: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Chase Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Warriors $1.26, Heat $4.10
- Line: Warriors -9 ($1.91), Heat +9 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 217.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Warriors at $1.26 and the Heat at $4.10.
The Warriors are 9-point favourites against the Heat, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Heat (+9) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 217.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Heat (+9) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 217.5-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Warriors vs Heat: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Miami at $4.10 with Bet365
- Line: Heat +9 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 217.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Warriors vs Heat predictions are based on complex modelling and wagering experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Warriors have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Heat to win is our recommended option due to the 1.4% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Warriors vs Heat: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Warriors vs Heat at Chase Center this Wednesday is the Warriors winning 112-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Golden State vs Miami game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Warriors vs Heat: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Warriors vs Heat without necessarily betting on the outcome of Wednesday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Stephen Curry is expected to lead the way for the Warriors with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while Tyler Herro is projected to have 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Heat.
Warriors Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Curry | 22 | 5 | 7 |
| Andrew Wiggins | 20 | 5 | 2 |
| Dennis Schroder | 13 | 3 | 6 |
| Buddy Hield | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| Moses Moody | 10 | 3 | 1 |
Heat Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Herro | 24 | 5 | 6 |
| Bam Adebayo | 16 | 10 | 5 |
| Terry Rozier | 14 | 4 | 4 |
| Jaime Jaquez | 12 | 5 | 3 |
| Nikola Jovic | 11 | 5 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting predictions before the Golden State vs Miami match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips on every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Warriors vs Heat: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Warriors and Heat at Chase Center is scheduled to start at 2:00pm AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Golden State Warriors vs Miami Heat
- Date: Wednesday 8 January 2025
- Time: 2:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Chase Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Golden State vs Miami predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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