The NBA Summer League is here and they have officially released the NBA odds for the first two games of the Salt Lake City Summer League games. We don’t have any NBA betting trends to lean on for our NBA Summer League betting tips, as these are the first games that will be played before the start of the 2024/2025 NBA season. Our NBA Summer League betting tips are taking into account that a lot of these players are new to the NBA game, and anything can happen.
The Thunder (+4.5) travel to Philly to battle the 76ers (-200) in a projected high-scorer (173.5 total). Then, the Grizzlies (+5.5) head to Utah to challenge the Utah Jazz (-235) in another potential shootout (184.5 total). We like both the underdogs in these games to cover for our NBA expert picks. Both the Thunder and the Grizzlies have plenty of talent on their rosters and with the uncertainty of summer league, we think the spreads are too large.
Betting Picks & Game Details
Salt Lake City Summer League
- Monday, July 8: Thunder-76ers (7 ET, ESPN), Grizzlies-Jazz (9 ET, ESPN)
- Tuesday, July 9: Grizzlies-76ers (7 ET, ESPN), Thunder-Jazz (9 ET, ESPN2)
- Wednesday, July 10: Grizzlies-Thunder (7 ET, NBA TV), 76ers-Jazz (9 ET, ESPN2)
NBA Summer League Picks

- Pick: Memphis Grizzlies & OKC Thunder
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Odds to win Monday’s Games Salt Lake City Summer League
Matchup | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Thunder vs 76ers | +4½ | -200 | 173.5 |
Grizzlies vs Jazz | +5½ | +186 | 184.5 |
Summer League Betting Analysis
Each team in the Salt Lake City Summer League will be composed of young NBA talent, recent draft picks, and NBA hopefuls. To understand the opening odds for Monday’s four games, we have to take a look at their rosters.
- Oklahoma City Thunder: Known for nurturing young talent, the Thunder return to Summer League hungry after last year’s Vegas disappointment. Explosive guard Dillon Jones aims to showcase his scoring alongside recent draftee Ousmane Diaby, a versatile forward with a rebounding edge. This year, they’ll prioritize developing Jones and Diaby while veterans like Chet Holmgren and Cason Wallace get a break.
- Memphis Grizzlies: The Grizzlies, a young team that stumbled last season due to injuries, are looking to make a comeback. Top pick Zach Edey, a dominant center, brings a strong post presence. He’ll be joined by sharpshooter Jaylen Wells, known for clutch plays. With four players who finished the regular season on the roster, including GG Jackson and Jake LaRavia, expect the Grizzlies to be a force on both ends.
- Utah Jazz: The Jazz, hosting the Salt Lake Summer League, boast a roster brimming with young talent. Look for Walker Kessler, a rim-protecting center, Keyonte George, a dynamic scorer, Taylor Hendricks, a versatile forward, and Brice Sensabaugh, a high-motor big man, to make their mark as the Jazz potentially enter a rebuilding phase.
- Philadelphia 76ers: Don’t count out the 76ers. While not known for developing talent, they’re building depth for a potential 2025 championship run. This year’s draft picks, Justin Edwards, a smooth scorer, and Jared McCain, a defensive powerhouse, join experienced veterans like Myles Powell, a high-scoring guard, to guide the young core.
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Summer League Previous Winners and Betting Trends
NBA Summer League Betting Picks
Summer League is always a crapshoot. The Memphis Grizzlies and Thunder are both teams that from Summer League, NBA preseason, and the regular season, are always scrappy and are a tough out. Without having seen many of these players play on an NBA court before we have to rely on team pedigree for our NBA Summer League betting tips. Take the Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder to cover on Monday night.
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