3 best bets to make on NBA Thursday: Steph Curry lighting up the Lakers and more

After a long week without competitive basketball, the NBA is finally back tonight. The second half (final third?) of this season should present a lot of fascinating questions for every team in the league. It should also present us with many opportunities to make shrewd bets and plenty of money.

We can and will start with the NBA’s Thursday night slate, dearest readers.

There are a bunch of marquee matchups tonight (including the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns), and there should be a ton of high-level basketball with everyone mostly rested and refreshed. (Note: An all-time great has the Los Angeles Lakers on his plate, too.)

What more can you ask for?

Here’s a little roadmap on a few bets that’ll help you cash in on the NBA’s official return from its midseason vacation.