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Nets vs. Warriors Predictions, Odds and Best Bets For Monday, December 29

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The Nets are beginning to show signs of life after a rough start, climbing to 10–19 with their longest winning streak of the season. Cam Thomas returned in style with 30 points, while Michael Porter Jr added 27, giving Brooklyn two potent scorers but raising questions about ball movement and touches for emerging guard Egor Demin.

Their defense has quietly been elite over the past seven games, anchoring this turnaround. Golden State, meanwhile, sits at 16–16 after a collapse in Toronto, still leaning heavily on Steph Curry. With contrasting momentum, this matchup highlights two teams searching for identity.

Game Details

  • When: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 4:30 PM PST
  • Where: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
  • TV: NBC Sports Bay Area (regional coverage)
  • Live Streaming: NBA League Pass

Recommended Bet and Updated Odds

Recommended BetFanDuelBetMGM
Stephen Curry 25+ Points-220-235

Analysis and Rationale

Stephen Curry remains the Warriors’ most reliable scorer and continues to carry the offensive load. In their recent loss to Toronto, despite Golden State blowing multiple double-digit leads, Curry was again the standout performer.

The team’s inconsistency and lack of dependable secondary scoring make it even more likely that Curry will need to shoulder the bulk of the offense. With the Warriors sitting at 16–16 and struggling to establish rhythm, Curry’s scoring output is essential for them to stay competitive. Given this context, 25+ points is a realistic and well-supported expectation.

Nets vs. Warriors Prediction

The Nets enter this matchup on their best run of the season, winning three straight and showing elite defensive form by allowing just over 100 points per 100 possessions across their last seven games. Cam Thomas returned from injury with 30 points against Minnesota, while Michael Porter Jr added 27, giving Brooklyn two high-level scorers but raising questions about ball movement and touches for Egor Demin.

Golden State, meanwhile, sits at 16–16 and eighth in the West after a collapse in Toronto where they squandered multiple double-digit fourth-quarter leads. Steph Curry remains their lone consistent force, but the Warriors’ inability to close games highlights their vulnerability against a surging Brooklyn side.

Nets vs. Warriors Betting Odds and Spread

MarketBrooklyn NetsGolden State Warriors
Money Line+145-180
Spread+4.5 (-110)-4.5 (-110)
TotalO 221.5 (-110)O 221.5 (-110)

Nets vs. Warriors Best Bets

Here are the over/under and best player bets for the Brooklyn Nets, and the Golden State Warriors, according to FanDuel.

Brooklyn Nets Over/Under Odds

Over/Under BetsOverUnder
Brooklyn Nets Total Points 118.5-110-110
Egor Demin Assists 3.5-146+110

Brooklyn Nets Best Player Bets

  • Michael Porter Jr. 20+ Points : -330
  • Day’Ron Sharpe 4+ Rebounds : -350

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Golden State Warriors Over/Under Odds

Over/Under BetsOverUnder
Golden State Warriors Total Points 113.5-110-110
Stephen Curry Points 27.5-128-104

Golden State Warriors Best Player Bets

  • Stephen Curry 3+ Threes : -530
  • Jimmy Butler Double-Double : +890

The odds given above are sourced from FanDuel. Use FanDuel to ace your betting game across all sports.

Who is favored in the Nets vs. Warriors matchup?

Golden State enters as the favorite, listed at –186 on FanDuel and –180 on BetMGM, reflecting their stronger standing in the Western Conference despite recent inconsistency.

What are the Nets’ odds to win?

Brooklyn is priced as the underdog at +156 on FanDuel and +145 on BetMGM, offering higher payout potential for bettors who believe their current three-game winning streak and elite defensive stretch can continue.

Why are the Warriors favored?

Despite blowing late leads recently, Golden State still leans heavily on Stephen Curry’s consistent scoring and sits eighth in the West. Their overall roster experience give them the edge over a Nets team still searching for identity.