4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Magic/Clippers UNDER 198.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Lakers/Hawks UNDER 203

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bucks/Pistons UNDER 193.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Nets/Knicks UNDER 191.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Celtics -2

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Nuggets +9.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Thunder/Heat UNDER 202.5

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Hawks -2.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Knicks -8

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Magic +2.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Nets +3

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Cavaliers -9

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bulls +4

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Bucks -4

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Pistons -4

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Celtics -1.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Suns +4.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Lakers +8.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Pelicans/Jazz UNDER 197

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Mavericks -8.5

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Pistons +1

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Celtics/Hawks Under 204

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Magic +9

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Knicks/Thunder Under 207

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Grizzlies -4

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Nets +9

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Jazz -4

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Raptors +9.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Timberwolves +9

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Cavaliers -4

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Rockets -5

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Pistons -4.5

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Wizards -5.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Lakers +8.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Jazz +5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Grizzlies +8

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Mavericks +7

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Jazz +6

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Bulls -7.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Thunder -8.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Pistons/Suns U 200

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Hawks -3

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Jazz -1

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Jazz -5.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Nets +8.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Nuggets/Lakers OVER 207.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Pelicans -3.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Suns +9

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Blazers -2

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Pelicans +5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Suns -4.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Hawks -4

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Lakers -3

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Raptors -5.5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Bulls -5

4* MAJOR NBA *SUREFIRE WINNER* on Pelicans +10

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on UNDER 194

Bottom Line: The Cavaliers are facing elimination and that is going to have them laying everything on the line to keep the series alive with a win a home. They know their effort defensively has to be at it's best and I expect just that. They could also get some help with the Warriors battling the nerves of close out game to win the title. Pound the UNDER 194!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Cavs/Warriors OVER 195

Bottom Line: Golden State has decided to sacrifice offense for defense by switching up their rotation to feature more of Lee and less of Bogut. James and the Cavaliers weren't quite able to take advantage of the Warriors defense in Game 4, largely due to them just being exhausted. With fresh legs off the two day break, I look for Cleveland's offense to get back on track. I'm also expecting the Warriors to keep their offense rolling after a great performance in Game 4. Pound the OVER 195!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Warriors -2.5

Bottom Line: The NBA Playoffs are all about adjustments and I believe the Warriors found a wrinkle in the Cavaliers armor late in Game 3. Look for David Lee to get even more minutes in Game 4, as he really puts a lot of pressure on Cleveland's defense when they decide to double-team Curry out of the pick-and-roll. Lee's ability to pass and score is going to translate into easy baskets and in turn I look for it to get the Warriors role players into a rhythm. You also have to start wondering if Cleveland can sustain the kind of energy we have seen them display. Golden State will want this one more and I like their chances of getting the win. Pound the Warriors -2.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on OVER 194

Bottom Line: We have seen a pretty drastic change in the total from Game 1 when it closed at 204. While Game 1 would have went under had it not been for overtime and Game 2 flew under even with OT, the books have over-adjusted the total for Game 3. Curry is due for a big game and the Warriors are going to be looking to push even more, knowing the Cavs don't have a lot of depth and have to be worn down after laying it all on the line in Game 2. Offense steals the show tonight. Pound the OVER 194!

5* WISEGUY NBA FINALS *BEST BEST* on Cavaliers +8

Bottom Line: The loss of Kyrie Irving is big for Cleveland's chances of winning the series, but I think we are seeing an overreaction on the line. The Cavs still have the best player in the world in James and he's more than capable of keeping Cleveland within 8 points. While they lose out on some offense with Irving sidelined, they get better defensively. It's not out of the question that the Cavaliers win this game outright. Pound Cleveland +8!

5* WISEGUY NBA FINALS *BEST BET* on UNDER 204

Bottom Line: The Cavaliers have taken their defensive intensity to a whole different level in the playoffs and know that they will need to be at their best on that side of the ball to have any hopes of knocking off the Warriors for the title. Cleveland is giving up a mere 92.5 ppg in the playoffs. Golden State is just as good defensively and matchup well on that side with James and company. The Warriors are only giving up 96.3 ppg in the playoffs. While everyone is expecting a lot of offense, I think it's going to be a defensive series. Pound the UNDER 204!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on Warriors -10

Golden State shuts the door on Houston tonight. There is simply no way the Rockets can replicate their performance from Game 4 and keep this game close. Bottom Line: Pound the Warriors!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on Cavs -7.5

Cleveland dominated the first two games of this series in Atlanta before squeezing by in Game 3 in Cleveland. That performance was about as good as the Hawks could have played and they still came up short. Bottom Line: Pound the Cavs -7.5

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on Warriors -5

Look for the Warriors to close this series out in Houston on Monday Night. The Rockets looked lost in Game 3. They may put up a bit of a fight, but in the end the Warriors walk away with a double-digit victory. Bottom Line: Pound the Warriors -5!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on Hawks/Cavs Over 189.5

While the first two games in Atlanta were low-score affairs, we are jumping on the Over in Game 3 as linesmakers have completely blew it by setting the line too low! Game 1 featured a total of 199.5, Game 2 a total of 193 and now in Game three they have adjusted the number down to 189.5. Defenses will be more lax and both teams should near triple digits. There's simply too much value to pass on this total. Bottom Line: Pound the Hawks/Cavs Over 189.5!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on Warriors -1

Bottom Line: You might expect the Rockets to head back home and avoid going down 0-3 in the series, but I'm not seeing it. While the Warriors have not played their best basketball of late, I don't think Houston could have played much better in the first two games and still came up short. Pound the Warriors -1!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on UNDER 196

Bottom Line: The books have once again set the mark too high for these two teams. The Hawks and Cavs managed to combine for just 185 points in the first game and that was with both teams shooting a respectable 44% from the field. Cleveland's offense is hit or miss with the absence of Love and injury to Irving. Hawks offense has been out of sync for quite some time now and yet this total reflects more of how the games went in the regular season than their current form. Atlanta brings the defensive intensity and this one should fly under the mark. Pound the UNDER 196!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Warriors -10

Bottom Line: Had it not been for an awful start that saw them fall behind by as many as 16 points in the first half, the Warriors would have won Game 1 by double-digits. The Rockets won't be so fortunate to get off to a big lead and I think this one is going to get ugly in a hurry. While Harden scored 28 points, I was really impressed with the defense Golden State played on him. With Howard clearly hurt and likely out tonight, Houston is in serious trouble not only for Game 2 but for the entire series. Keep in mind that prior to their 4-point win in Game 1, the Warriors swept the season series with a 4 wins coming by at least 11 points. Pound the Warriors -10.

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Hawks -105

Bottom Line: With the way Atlanta struggled against the Nets and Wizards and Cleveland coming off an impressive series win over a good Bulls team, oddsmakers are begging you take the Cavaliers with the line they set for the series opener. Atlanta is the smart play here at home, especially when you factor in how well the Hawks played against Cleveland during the regular season and the Cavs far from full strength going into the conference finals. Pound the Hawks -105!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Warriors -10

Bottom Line: The Warriors owned the Rockets in the regular season, going 4-0 with all 4 wins coming by at least 11 points. Houston lost on the road to LA by 25+ points twice and were trailing in the other by as many as 19. Golden State has had a full 3-days of rest to regain their focus after a tough series against Memphis, while Houston is forced to play on just 1-day of rest after a grueling 7-game series against the Clippers. Golden State is more talented and won't wear down like LA did with their deep roster. Rockets also have no answer defensively for Curry, which is going to have GS scoring at will in this series. Pound the Warriors -10!

5* WISEGUY MLB *BEST BET* on Clippers -2

Bottom Line: While the Clippers have given Houston life, I expect them to step up to the plate and deliver in Game 7, similar to what we saw in their opening round series against the Spurs. Chris Paul lives for these kind of games and I expect him to be the difference in this one. There's a nice system backing up a play on LA as well. Road favorites who are scoring 103+ points/game after allowing 55 or more in the 1st half of each of their last two games are 70-35 (67%) ATS since 1996. Pound the Clippers -2!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Hawks/Wizards UNDER 198

Bottom Line: These two teams have a great understanding of what the other is trying to do offensively right now and that showed in Game 5's low scoring affair that produced a mere 163 points. Atlanta has been out of sync for quite some time and the Wizards are more of a defensive team than people realize. With Washington facing elimination and Atlanta looking to advance to the conference finals, I look for both teams to bring all out defensive intensity for 48 minutes. Pound the UNDER 198!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bulls -2

Bottom Line: I don't expect the Bulls to go away quietly, as I look for Chicago to come out inspired and force a Game 7 with a win at home tonight. The Bulls are expected to get back Gasol after he sat out the last two games, both of which Chicago narrowly lost. Cleveland is due for a letdown here after laying it all on the line in Game 4 to avoid falling behind 3-1 and then again in Game 5 at home to secure homecourt. Look for Rose to bounce back after a subpar finish to Game 5, as he should get a boost here from the energy of the home crowd. Pound the Bulls -2!

5* WISEGUY NBA *PERSONAL FAVORITE* on Grizzlies +

Bottom Line: This is too many points for the Grizzlies to be catching in this one. Memphis may have lost badly in Game 4 at home, but for the most part have shown they are an extremely difficult matchup for the Warriors. This is a classic example of where you can't overreact to the last game and instead have to look at the series as a whole. It's not out of the question that Memphis could win this game outright, but there's no way I'm passing up on the opportunity to back them as a near double-digit dog. Pound the Grizzlies +9.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Clippers -

Bottom Line: Los Angeles has taken control of this series and I look for them to deliver another impressive performance and close out the series tonight in Game 5. The Clippers split their 2 games in Houston to start the series, but were without Paul for both of those games and could have easily won Game 2. With Paul in the lineup they won by 25 and 33 points at home. I believe the Rockets spirits have been crushed and even with their backs against the wall I don't see them playing up to their potential. Pound the Clippers -2.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on UNDER 195.5

Bottom Line: There has yet to be a game in this series that has seen more than 188 points. Clearly these two teams match up extremely well with the other, with the biggest keys being the Grizzlies ability to defend the 3-point line and keep the tempo down. I look for the defenses to continue to dominate and for tonight's contest to once again go below the mark set. With this being such a huge game for both teams in the series, I wouldn't be surprised at all if this ends up being the lowest scoring game yet. Pound the UNDER 195.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Rockets +7.5

Bottom Line: These two teams have alternated wins and losses in the series and I at least like the Rockets to cover the 7.5-point spread, as we are getting an inflated line here after the Clippers blowout win in Game 3. Houston couldn't have shot much worse (39.8%) from the field in Game 3, while LA was a blistering 55.4% shooting. The Rockets have too much talent to not turn those numbers around and I look for a big-time performance here from Harden with Houston in jeopardy of falling behind 1-3 in the series. Pound the Rockets +7.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on UNDER 197

Bottom Line: Each of the first two games in the series have finished with a combined score of 187 and I'm not expecting to see an offensive outburst with the series shifting to Memphis. The Grizzlies are an even stronger defensive team at home and Golden State is going to bring their best effort defensively here to avoid falling behind in the series. I think we are going to see a similar, if not lower, scoring affair in Game 3. UNDER is now 6-1 in Warriors last 7 conference semifinal games and 9-3 in their last 12 road games against a team with a winning home record. UNDER is 24-4 in Memphis' last 28 home games and 24-6-1 in their last 31 following a win. Pound the UNDER 197!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on UNDER 216

Bottom Line: We are getting an inflated total here due to the first two games of the series finishing over the mark. The total for Game 1 was just 212 points and the scoring tends to drop as a series progresses. With Chris Paul either sidelined or playing at less than 100%, LA needs to slow the pace way down. I also look for the Clippers defense to pick it up at home. Keep in mind that Game 2 only had 224 points with the two teams combining for a ridiculous 67 made free throws, 31 more than the two combined for in Game 1. I also think both teams are gassed at this point, which should lead to a slower pace and poorer shooting from the outside. Pound the UNDER 216!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bulls/Cavs UNDER 195

Bottom Line: These two teams combined for 191 points in Game 1 with an identical total of 195. Cleveland clearly isn't the same offensive team without Love and Smith to stretch the floor, making it unlikely they see a huge spike in their offensive production in Game 2. Chicago on the other hand could see their offense take a step back. Rose has not been the same player on just 1 day of rest, Butler's using most of his energy guarding LeBron and the Cavs are to make adjustments to not let Gasol shoot wide-open jumpers. I have this one finishing in the mid to low 180's. Pound the UNDER 195!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Grizzlies +

Bottom Line: The Warriors dominated Game 1 by 15-points, but I'm not expecting things to be easy for Golden State in Game 2. Memphis is expected to have Conley back and he's going to have a big impact on both sides of the ball. Grizzlies defense played well in the series opener, they just couldn't get anything going from the outside. Memphis not only has a chance to cover the spread, but if Conley does in fact play they could very well win this game outright. Pound the Grizzlies +10!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bulls/Cavs UNDER 196

Bottom Line: Without Kevin Love and J.R. Smith the Cavaliers lose a lot offensively, but should be improved defensively with more playing time for Tristan Thompson and Iman Shumpert. I think this is an extremely evenly matched series right now and these two teams understand the importance of getting off to a strong start. I look for both to bring their best efforts on the defensive end and for this game to fly under the total of 196. Pound the UNDER!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Hawks -5

Bottom Line: The Hawks aren't getting enough respect here as a mere 5-point home favorite. Atlanta destroyed Washington in their two home games during the regular season and I feel like the Hawks got some of their mojo back at the end of their opening series against the Nets. The Wizards looked impressive in their easy series win over the Raptors, but Toronto hadn't been playing well coming into the playoffs. I also think the Wizards will be a bit rustry coming off that long lay-off. Pound the Hawks -5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Spurs +

Bottom Line: The road team has actually had the upper hand in this series and the Spurs have positioned themselves to go on the road and win Game 7. LA had to use up a lot of energy to pull out Game 6 in San Antonio and you could see how tired they were. I look for the Clippers to keep it close early, but for the Spurs to take control in the 4th quarter and advance on to the next round. San Antonio knows what it takes to win a Game 7 and aren't going to be the least bit effected by this game being on the road. Pound the Spurs +2.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Hawks -3.5

Bottom Line: Brooklyn has played better than anyone expected to this point, but the Nets run ends tonight. Atlanta is too good a team to let this drag out any longer, similar to what we saw last night with the Bulls laying it on the Bucks in Game 5. The Nets have simply overachieved and aren't catching enough points here at home to cover. I like Atlanta to win here and to do so convincingly. Pound the Hawks -3.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bulls -3.5

Bottom Line: I'm not buying the Bucks winning a 3rd straight game in this series. Milwaukee has clearly been the more motivated team in the last two games, but that's not going to be the case here tonight. Chicago has made it clear they know they need to pick up the intensity and with a full 2 days to get things figured out, I look for the Bulls to come out and dominate this game right from the finish. The extra day of rest should help Rose get his legs back under him and allow him to be the force he was in the first 3 of this series. Chicago quits messing around and punches their ticket to the conference quarterfinals. Pound the Bulls -3.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Nets/Hawks U200.5

Bottom Line: These two teams combined to score 191 or less in each of the first 3 games in the series before going off for 235 in a overtime contest in Game 4. The important thing to note is that they only combined for 208 in regulation and that was with both teams shooting lights out from the field. With the series sitting at 2-2 and so much on the line in Game 5, I'm expecting it to return to a grind it out game that finishes around the 185-190 mark. Pound the UNDER 200.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Rockets/Mavericks UNDER 221.5

Bottom Line: Due to these two teams flying over the total in their last two games, oddsmakers have been forced to drastically inflate tonight's total, creating some big time value on the UNDER at 221.5. Both teams have shot light 47% or better in each of the last two games and that's simply not going to hold up. Houston isn't going to let Dallas continue to run up and down the floor and the Mavericks aren't going to be as strong shooting the ball on the road. I look for a similar result here to Game 2, which the Rockets won 111-99. Pound the UNDER 221.5!

5* NBA WISEGUY *BEST BET* on Hawks -4.5

Bottom Line: The Hawks have not played up to their potential so far in this series and as a result they are showing some big time value here as a mere 4.5-point home favorite against the Nets. Brooklyn allowed opponents to shoot 45.3% from the field during the regular season, which is why I'm not buying the Hawks offensive struggles being a result of the Nets defense. Atlanta is due for an offensive explosion and I look for them to win here comfortably. Pound the Hawks -4.5!

5* LAC/SA WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Clippers +6

Bottom Line: Love the value we are getting here with the Clippers as a 6-point dog. LA shot a miserable 34% from the field in Game 3, which in turn has jumped this line up a full 1.5-points from what it was listed at for Game 3. Easy for the public to fall in love with the Spurs after that great performance, especially after what they did last year. Clippers will be better offensively as they have to big of advantages with Paul and Griffin. Better shooting will have a strong impact on their play defensively. I got this one going right down to the wire and could definitely see LA winning this one outright. Pound the Clippers +6!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bulls -4.5

Bottom Line: I believe the Bucks are both emotionally and physically drained from Thursday's double-overtime loss at home in Game 3. Chicago now has a 3-0 advantage in the series and I don't see them letting their foot off the gas in a close out game. Teams with a 3-0 series lead have covered the spread in Game 4 60% of the time since 2002 and 63% of the time in the 1st round. Pound the Bulls -4.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Clippers/Spurs UNDER 203

Bottom Line: These two teams only managed to score 188 points in Game 2, but a 30-point overtime period pushed the final score to 118 and well over the total set for that game of 206.5. Keep in mind that the two only managed 199 points in Game 1 with a total of 208. Defensive gets an edge the more the series progresses and with this one tied at 1-1 and there being such a big advantage to going up 2-1, I think we are going to see this one fly under the mark. You also have to factor in Spurs are forced to play an injured Tony Parker and without him at full strength they must slow the pace to keep it close. Pound the UNDER 203!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Pelicans +5

Bottom Line: Warriors are getting a little too much respect here against a Pelicans team that has shown they can hang with the league's top team. New Orleans has shown they can win at home in a big spot like they will be facing tonight, as they held off the Spurs in the regular season finale 108-103 to punch their ticket to the postseason and knock San Antonio out of the No.2 seed. Other key thing here is I believe the Warriors know they are the better team and with a 2-0 series lead this is a prime spot for them to suffer a letdown. It's also worth noting that New Orleans won 103-100 as a 4.5-point home dog against the Warriors down the stretch on 4/7. Pound the Pelicans +5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Blazers/Wizards UNDER 190

Bottom Line: Memphis isn't a team that likes to push the ball. They want to grind it out and let their stingy defense do all the work. Their defense matches up extremely well with Portland's two starts Lillard and Aldridge, leaving the Blazers without any reliable options to turn to on the offensive end. The key here is that being down 0-1 is going to have Portland coming out extremely motivated on the defensive end, especially after how easily Memphis's offense scored in Game 1 (had 86 points after 3 quarters before scoring just 14 in the 4th with a 24-point lead). UNDER is 13-1 in Memphis's last 14 home games after allowing a shooting percentage of 35% or less and 26-8 in Blazers last 34 road games when revenging 4 or more straight losses. Pound the UNDER 190!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Wizards/Raptors OVER 192.5

Bottom Line: After watching these two teams combine for just 179 points in an overtime affair in Game 1, the books have adjusted this total by quite a bit from the 194.5 line we saw in the opener. Typically I like to play a lot of unders in the postseason, but there's too much value here to pass up. These are two really good offenses. Wizards averaged 98.5 ppg and Toronto 103.8 ppg. Both teams shot under 40% in Game 1 and that's simply not going to last. I think this one will eclipse the 200 mark. Pound the OVER 192.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bucks/Bulls UNDER 187

Bottom Line: With Milwaukee in a desperate spot here trying to avoid an 0-2 hole and the Bulls equally motivated to take a 2-0 lead, I look for a tight low-scoring game. These two combined for 194 in Game 1 to go over the total of 186, but the important thing to note is they combined for just 83 points in the 2nd half after an offensive explosion in the 1st half. Each of the previous four meetings during the regular season all had a combined score of 186 or less and I wouldn't be surprised at all if they failed to reach 175 tonight. Pound the UNDER 187!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Nets +10.5

Bottom Line: I know the Hawks dominated the regular season series, but 10.5-points is a lot to ask a team to cover by in the playoffs. Brooklyn can be a good team when they decide to show up and play and that shouldn't be an issue given this is the playoffs. I look for the Nets to keep it surprisingly close and cover this double-digit spread without any problem. Road underdogs of 10 or more, who have been beaten by the spread by 18 or more combined points in their last 3 games are 27-7 (79%) ATS in April. Pound Brooklyn +10.5!

5* WISEGUY NBA *BEST BET* on Bucks/Bulls UNDER 186

Bottom Line: While Chicago's defense wasn't as dominant as it's been in years past, don't let that fool you. The Bulls got after it on that side of the ball when they needed to. With the intensity that comes with the playoffs and the fact that they are arguably as healthy as they have been all season, I look for them to make life miserable for the Bucks. Keep in mind they held Milwaukee to just 84.8 ppg in the 4 meetings during the regular season. Bucks are also a solid defensive team and know they can't get in a shootout if they want any chance to win this game. These two teams combined for 186, 158, 182 and 181 in their 4 regular season meetings. Pound the UNDER 186!

5* NBA *BEST BET* on Jazz +11.5

Bottom Line: With Utah out of the playoff picture and Houston desperately needing a win here to ensure they get homecourt in the first round and potentially the No. 2 seed if the Spurs were to lose at New Orleans, the oddsmakers have inflated this line by quite a bit, creating some great value on the Jazz. Utah has won 7 of 9 with their two losses coming by a combined 3-points. This team has really came on strong down the stretch and while I don't expect them to win, I really like their chances of keeping it close enough to cover. Pound the Jazz +11.5!