20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics vs Heat under 196 -110

The UNDER (196) is worth a look in Sunday's Game 7 between the Celtics and Heat. UNDER is always a strong play in Game 7 of a series. These two had gone UNDER the total in both Game 4 and Game 5, before both teams shot the ball well and got some huge performances from their stars in Game 6. I don't see Jimmy Butler going for close to 50 again and I expect Miami's defense to be better at home. Play the UNDER 196! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat vs Celtics under 201½ -110

The UNDER (201.5) is worth a look in Friday's Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and Celtics. I feel like this total would be too much if these two teams were playing a Game 6 with fully healthy rosters. It's going to take a really really good shooting night for either of these teams to crack 100 points. A lot of that is because Miami has no choice but to try and slow up the game with their limitations offensively. Play the UNDER 201.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs +7½ -115

The Mavs (+7.5) are worth a look as a big road dog in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Dallas avided elimination with a 119-109 win at home in Game 4. A game that wasn't anywhere as close as the final score would indicate. That's now 2 times in 3 games the Mavs have built up a 20+ pt lead against the Warriors. Had they not blew that big lead in Game 2 at Golden State, people would view this series a lot differently. They also could have easily won Game 3 at home if they knock down a few more shots from deep (shot 13 of 45). Warriors might be the better team and will likely win this series, but I don't see the Mavs going down without a fight. Play Dallas +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -6½ -110

The Celtics (-6.5) are worth a look as a home favorite in Game 4 against the Heat. These two teams have alternated wins in the series and my money is on Boston to bounce back from an ugly loss at home in Game 3. Celtics more than anything beat themselves in Game 3, as they turned it over 23 times. It didn't help that Jason Tatum played about as poorly as he could, scoring just 10 points on 3 of 14 shooting. Look for Boston to be much more sharp with the basketball and for Tatum to return to form in Game 4. Also helps the Heat are potentially playing this game without two of their best players in Butler and Herro. Play the Celtics -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks vs Celtics under 208½ -110

The UNDER (208.5) is worth a look in Sunday's Game 7 between the Celtics and Bucks. Game 7s are historically low-scoring and should be. These two teams have played 6 games against each other. They know what each other are trying to do offensively and how they can best stop it. 4 of the 6 games in the series have gone UNDER, including Game 5, which saw just 203 points with both Tatum and Antetokounmpo going for 40+ points. Play the UNDER 208.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs +2 -110

The Mavs (+2) are worth a look as a slim home dog against the Suns in Game 6. The home team has won and covered all 5 games so far in the series. It's no surprise that Dallas is a different team at home compared to on the road, as they got a roster full of role players alongside Doncic. When those guys contribute, the Mavs are a scary team. I feel really good about Dallas sending this thing back to Phoenix for a Game 7. Give me the Mavs +2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +3 -105

The Grizzlies (+3) are worth a look as a slim home dog in Game 5 of their Western Conference Semifinal matchup with the Warriors. Memphis isn't getting much love with Morant not expected to return anytime soon, but this is a team that has played extremely well this season when Morant has been sidelined. They really should have won Game 4 on the road without him. I see no reason they can't win here at home and avoid elimination. Play Memphis +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns -5½ -115

The Suns (-5.5) are worth a look as home favorite in Game 5 of their Western Conference Semifinal matchup. Mavs surprised a lot of people by evening up this series, as the Suns looked like they might sweep after winning Game 1 121-114 and Game 2 129-109. It was just a different story for the "others" on Dallas at home. After doing next to nothing in Games 1 & 2, it felt like they couldn't miss. It also helped that Chris Paul played about as poorly as he can play in back-to-back games. Phoenix is still the better team and my money is not only on them to win but win here rather convincingly. Play the Suns -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Warriors -8½ -115

The Warriors (-8.5) are worth a look as a big home favorite in Game 4 against the Grizzlies in Monday's NBA action. Golden State is a different animal at home in the playoffs. They just won Game 3 142-112 and are now 4-0 at home in the playoffs having outscored their opponents by 70 points in those 4 games. I just don't think Memphis has a shot without Morant, who is doubtful to play. Morant had a game-high 34 in Game 3 and they still lost by 30. Play the Warriors -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics +3 -110

The Celtics (+3) are worth a look as a small road dog against the Bucks in Saturday's Game 3. Two very different games to start the series. Milwaukee dominated and won Game 1 101-89 and then Boston was in complete control in a 109-86 win in Game 2. I just have a lot more trust in this Celtics team. Bucks are still really good, but I just think not having Middleton hurts them more than people think, especially against a good defensive team like the Celtics. I know home court is huge in the playoffs, but I think there's value with Boston at this price. Play the Celtics +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat -1 -110

The Heat (-1) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the 76ers in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal matchup. Miami dominated Philly in each of the first 2 games on their home floor. 76ers just don't have a shot without Embiid and he's not expected to return for this one. So while teams usually get a boost playing at home, I don't think the number has been adjusted near enough for you do anything but bet the Heat. Play Miami -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers vs Heat over 206½ -110

The OVER (206.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action between the Heat and 76ers. Game 1 finished UNDER the total with the two teams combing for 198 with a total of 208.5. I just think dropping the total 2 points off that game is a bit of an overreaction. Both teams shot a miserable 43% from the field in Game 1 and they almost got to 200 points with Philly only scoring 41 in the 2nd half. Play the OVER 206.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +2½ -110

The Grizzlies (+2.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Warriors in Game 1 of their 2nd Round matchup. Memphis had a harder time with Minnesota than most expected, which I feel has them way undervalued. Golden State is getting a lot of love, but they should not be a road favorite in this one. Just too much value here with Memphis to pass up. Play the Grizzlies +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers vs Raptors under 208½ -110

The UNDER (208.5) is worth a look in Game 6 between the Raptors and 76ers. These two teams have gone UNDER the total in each of the last 4 games in the series. With Embiid at less than 100%, Harden struggling to get going and Maxey regressing from his hot start, Philadelphia is a shell of what we would expect to see offensively. They managed just 88 points on 38% shooting on their home floor in Game 5. Raptors shot 51.2% from the field in Game 5 and still only scored 103 points. Even with Toronto at home in Game 6, I would expect a worse shooting night from them in this one. Play the UNDER 208.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -10½ -110

The Bucks (-10.5) are worth a look as a double-digit home favorite in Game 5 of their 1st round series against the Bulls. After losing Game 2 at home, Milwaukee has taken complete control of this series. The Bucks won 111-81 in Game 3 at Chicago and then 119-95 in Game 4. I see the Bucks being highly motivated to put this series to rest and I just don't think there's much the Bulls can do to keep that from happening. It's just a bad matchup for the Bulls. Give me the Bucks -10.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks +7½ -110

The Hawks (+7.5) are worth a look as a big road dog against the Heat in Game 5 of their 1st Round series. Good buy low spot on Atlanta after that awful showing at home in Game 4's 86-110 loss. Miami is now in complete cruise control up 3-1 with two of the next 3 at home. Hawks are going to be more desperate team and while they might now win, I like them to keep this one close. Give me the Hawks +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics +2½ -110

The Celtics (+2.5) are worth a look as a road dog against the Nets in Game 4. Everyone just assumes the Nets are going to win because they are the team facing elimination, but the same was said in Game 3 and Boston won that. This is just a nightmare matchup for Brooklyn. Boston's defense has been able to take Durant and Irving completely out of their comfort zone and the Nets just don't have the depth behind their dynamic duo. Play the Celtics +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -2 -110

The Bucks (-2) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Bulls in Game 3 of their 1st Round series in the NBA Playoffs. Chicago was able to win Game 2 on the road to even the series at 1-1 and the big news is that Middleton will be out at least the rest of this series. It's a big loss, but not one that I think will keep them from winning this series. If anything, I think he has created value on Milwaukee in Game 3. Play the Bucks -2!

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -6½ -105

The Jazz (-6.5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Mavs in Game 3 of their 1st Round matchup on Thursday. There's a chance Luka returns for this game after missing the first two of the series. I think it's more likely they play it safe and he doesn't play. However, even if he does, there's probably going to be a minutes restriction. I also think Utah is just a different animal at home. Largely because they get a little more out of their offense to go with that stingy defense. I don't think this one is going to be close. Play the Jazz -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks +7½ -105

The Hawks (+7.5) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog in Game 2 of their 1st Round matchup with the Heat. Miami cruised to a 115-91 win in Game 1 as a 6.5-point favorite. The big thing you got to keep in mind with that outcome is that was a really tough spot for the Hawks. Atlanta had just played to elimination games in the play-in tournament in a span of just 3 days and had just 1 day off before playing the Heat (had to travel from Cleveland to Miami). I expect a much better showing from the Hawks in Game 2 and not out of the question that they could steal this one. Play Atlanta +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz vs Mavs over 204½ -110

The OVER (204.5) is worth a look in Game 2 of Monday's Western Conference matchup between the Jazz and Mavericks. Game 1 was low scoring with the two teams combining for just 192. I just think we are going to see both of these teams shoot the ball a little better than they did in Game 1, especially from long distance. Utah was just 7 of 22 (31.8%) from deep and the Mavs at home were a mere 9 of 32 (28.1%). Play the OVER 204.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat -5½ -115

The Heat (-5.5) are worth a look as a relatively short home favorite against the Hawks. I just think we are seeing Atlanta get way too much respect in Game 1 of this series. As good as this team looked in their two play-in wins over the Hornets and Cavs, you have to remember they basically just played two Game 7's in a span of 3 days and have had just 1 day off before the start of this series. It will be tough for them to match the intensity of this Miami team, who I don't think gets the respect they deserve. Play the Heat -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wolves vs Grizzlies under 237 -103

The UNDER (237) is worth a look in Game 1 between the Grizzlies and Wolves in Saturday's NBA Playoff action. This is being priced like a regular-season game and it shouldn't. The intensity goes way up on defense in the playoffs. We saw that in the play-in games. All 6 games went UNDER the total. Minnesota only combined for 213 with a total of 231 in their play-in game with the Clippers. Just too much value here to pass up. Play the UNDER 237! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cavs +3½ -115

The Cavs (+3.5) are worth a look as a small home dog against the Hawks in Friday's NBA action. I don't think Cleveland should be getting points in this one. Hawks looked great in their games against the Hornets, while Cleveland was overmatched in a loss to Brooklyn. That's a Nets team that doesn't belong in the play-in. This is a very good Cavs team. They should get a big boost playing at home and could get back big man Jarrett Allen. Play the Cavs +3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pelicans -5 -115

The Pelicans (-5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Spurs in Wednesday's winner take all Play-In action. San Antonio deserves some props for finishing in the Top 10, but the only reason they made it in is because of the Lakers collapse down the stretch. I just don't think the Spurs are any good. I also think people are sleeping a little on this Pelicans team. They were a much better team after trading for McCullom and I could easily see them winning this and then beating the Clippers on Friday for the No. 8 seed. Play the Pelicans -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cavs -8½ -110

The Cavs (-8.5) are worth a look as a near double-digit home favorite against the Bucks in Sunday's NBA action. Milwaukee would prefer to not even play this game and many of their starters won't take the court. Antetokounmpo, Hill, Lopez, Middleton, Portis and Allen are all expected to sit this one out. Cleveland on the other hand is going to play their guys in the finale, as they are fighting for positioning in the play-in portion of the postseason. Right now the Cavs are tied with the Nets at No.7, but are just 1-game up on No. 9 Atlanta and No. 10 Charlotte. Winning this game and staying in at least the No. 8 spot is a big deal. Play the Cavs -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -7½ -110

The Lakers (-7.5) are worth a look as a decently priced home favorite against the Thunder in Friday's NBA action. Most are going to think there's no way a LA team that just got knocked out of the playoff race should be laying this kind of number against anybody. What they ignore is the fact that OKC clearly wants nothing to do with winning games either down the stretch. While the stars might not play for the Lakers, I think the "other" guys play well for LA in their final home game of the season. Play the Lakers -7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +4 -105

The Grizzlies (+4) are worth a look as a short road dog against the Nuggets in Thursday's NBA action. It doesn't matter who suits up for Memphis, they are going to come out and play hard. Ja Morant is great, but this a very deep and talented roster. No way should they be getting this many points. Denver's 2-games up on Minnesota with 2 to play, needing just one more win or one more Wolves loss to avoid the play-in. Play the Grizzlies +4! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Clippers +2½ -110

The Clippers (+2.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Suns in Wednesday's NBA action. LA has won 3 of 4 since Paul George returned with the only loss coming into OT at Chicago (should have won in regulation). Down to just 3 games left for Phoenix. With the No. 1 seed locked up. There's no incentive for them right now. Only thing that matters is going into the playoffs as healthy as possible. You could argue the same thing for the Clippers, but they need to keep playing well and find that chemistry with George before the playoffs start. Play the CLippers +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns vs Clippers under 229½ -110

The UNDER (229.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action between the Clippers and Suns. LA has won 3 of 4 since Paul George returned with the only loss coming into OT at Chicago (should have won in regulation). Down to just 3 games left for Phoenix. With the No. 1 seed locked up. There's no incentive for them right now. Only thing that matters is going into the playoffs as healthy as possible. Look for their offensive numbers to dwindle as they start cutting more minutes. Backups are going to give effort on defense as they try to earn playing time in the playoffs. Total is way too high. Play the UNDER 229.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors -2½ -110

The Raptors (-2.5) are worth a look as a short home favorite against the Heat in Sunday's NBA action. Miami does need to keep winning to maintain their lead for the No. 1 seed in the East, but it's every bit as important to the Raptors. Toronto still has work to do to stay in the Top 6 and avoid the play-in games. This is also a Raptors team that has been playing great. Toronto is 10-3 ATS over their last 13 games. Miami is also in a bad spot, playing on no rest and their 3rd road game in 4 days. Play the Raptors -2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +3½ -110

The Lakers (+3.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Nuggets in Sunday's NBA action. As bad as it's been for LA down the stretch, I don't think they should be a home dog with a good chance that AD and LeBron play. Both are listed as questionable, but this really is a game the Lakers MUST WIN if they want to make the play-in games and have any shot of getting to the actual playoffs. Play LA +3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Mavs +6 -110

The Mavs (+6) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog against the Bucks in Sunday's NBA action. This is a game I see Dallas being really motivated to play. What better way to see where you stand going into the postseason than a road game against the defending champs. Not saying the the Bucks will lay down here. I just think there's a ton of value at this number on Dallas. Play the Mavs +6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -1 -110

The Nets (-1) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Hawks in Saturday's NBA action. Brooklyn, Atlanta and Charlotte are all tied for the No. 7 seed in the East. Ton of incentive to be the No. 7 and avoid having to play an elimination game in the No. 9/No. 10 matchup (loser of No. 7 vs No. 8 gets to play winner of 9/10 for the No. 8 seed). Just don't see Durant/Irving letting the Nets lose in this spot. Play Brooklyn -1! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Wolves +4½ -110

The Timberwolves (+4.5) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog against the Nuggets. Minnesota should be the more desperate team here, as this is a must-win for them if they want any shot at getting into the Top 6 and avoiding having to play in the play-in games. Denver has won 3 straight after losing 5 of 8, but the 3 wins have come against the likes of the Thunder, Hornets and Pacers. Play the Timberwolves +4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets +2½ -110

The Rockets (+2.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Kings. Love the revenge angle for Houston in this one. These two teams just played each other in Houston on Wednesday. Sacramento won that 121-118, so it's not like Houston didn't put up a fight. Rockets still managed to push on the spread, making them 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8 games. Play Houston +2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Hawks -4½ -110

The Hawks (-4.5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Cavs in Thursday's NBA action. Atlanta is coming off an easy 136-118 win at OKC and with a win tonight can finally clinch a spot in the play-in. They can still also move up, as they are just 1-game back of the Nets for the No. 8 spot. Cleveland has lost 4 of 5 and failed to cover 6 straight. Cavs are without their two big men in Mobley and Allen. Play the Hawks -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +11 -110

The Pistons (+11) are worth a look as a double-digit home dog against the 76ers in Thursday's NBA action. Detroit has been one of the most undervalued teams in the league the last couple of months. Going back to Feb. 16 the Pistons are 16-3 ATS. They have also covered 6 straight as a 10-point dog or more. Philly is just 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14, as they continue to be overpriced since the Harden trade. Play the Pistons +11! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies -5½ -110

The Grizzlies (-5.5) are worth a look as a road favorite against the Spurs in Wednesday's NBA action. Memphis may be without Ja Morant and playing on no rest, but that doesn't mean they are going to lay down. The books have undervalued this Grizzlies team all season and here we are at the end of March and they have covered 5 straight. Just because the game means more to the Spurs, doesn't mean they are going to cover. Play Memphis -5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Kings -1½ -110

The Kings  (-1.5) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Rockets in Wednesday's NBA action. This just feels like too good a price to pass up on Sacramento. Kings are 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games and the only 3 games they haven't covered have come against elite teams in the Celtics, Suns and Heat. Houston has covered 3 straight and won 3 of 5, but their wins have come against the Wizards and Blazers (twice). Play the Kings -1.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons vs Nets over 229½ -110

The OVER (229.5) is worth a look in Tuesday's NBA action between the Nets and Pistons. I look for Brooklyn to come out and put on a show offensively. You got a Nets team that is going to be motivated to play well coming off an ugly home loss to the Hornets. Pistons won't be able to stop Brooklyn's offense, but I do think they can score on them, even without Grant. Nets probably aren't going to be all that invested defensively given the gap in talent between these two teams and the fact that they got the Bucks on deck. Play the OVER 229.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Bulls -4 -110

The Bulls (-4) are worth a look as a short road favorite against the Knicks in Monday's NBA action. Chicago is coming off one of their better games in weeks in Saturday's 98-94 win at Cleveland. They are still just 4-10 over their last 14. They need to keep winning to avoid the play-in. I also think they are really motivated to get this thing back on track before the playoffs start in a couple of weeks. Knicks are hanging on by a thread for that 10th and final spot and getting a little too much respect in this spot because of it. Play the Bulls -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cavs -9½ -105

The Cavs (-9.5) are worth a look as a near double-digit home favorite against the Magic in Monday's NBA action. Easy play on Cleveland here. Cavs desperately need to get this thing going in the right direction. Cleveland has lost 3 straight and are now 7th in the standings and part of the play-in games. Orlando is a perfect opponent to get back on track against. The Magic have no real incentive to win, as they sit tied with the Rockets and Pistons for the worst record in the NBA. Play the Cavs -9.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -5½ -110

The Celtics (-5.5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Timberwolves in Sunday's NBA action. Both of these teams are playing great basketball down the stretch. Minnesota has won 13 of their last 16, while the Celtics have won 12 of their last 14. I've just been way more impressed with what I've seen from the Celtics and it feels like they are on a mission to get that No. 1 seed (just 1/2-game back). Play Boston -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -3 -105

The Nets (-3) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Heat in Saturday's NBA action. Miami's in a real funk right now. The Heat have lost 3 straight. There was that blow between Butler and Spoelstra in Wednesday's loss at home to the Warriors and then they get outscored 38-15 in the 4th quarter of last night's 103-111 loss to the Knicks. I just don't see Miami snapping out of this funk on no rest against a desperate Nets team that is trying to get out of the play-in games and find something to really build on going into the playoffs. Play Brooklyn -3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -3½ -105

The Jazz (-3.5) are worth a look as a short road favorite against the Jazz in Friday's NBA action. Utah is clearly the better team and they figure to come out with a sense of urgency after first losing at Brooklyn when they didn't have Kyrie and then getting steamrolled by 28 at Boston on Wednesday. Charlotte has won 5 of their last 6, but are fresh off an ugly 15-point loss to a Knicks team playing on no rest and off a huge loss to the Hawks. Just don't trust the Hornets at this price. Play the Jazz -3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs -8½ -110

The Mavs (-8.5) are worth a look as a big home favorite against the Rockets in Wednesday's NBA action. Easy play on Dallas laying single-digits against a bad Houston team who has zero to play for down the stretch. Mavs are only 2.5-games ahead of Minnesota, who sits in 7th and part of the play-in process. They are also just 1-game back of Utah for the No. 4 seed and getting to have homecourt edge in the 1st round. Play Dallas -8.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Suns -1 -110

The Suns (-1) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Timberwolves in Wednesday's NBA action. Despite having the No. 1 seed locked up, Phoenix has shown no signs of slowing down in the weeks leading to playoffs and I don't see them taking their foot off the gas until they decide to maybe rest some guys. As good as Minnesota has been playing, the value is with the Suns, especially if Towns doesn't play for the Timberwolves. Play Phoenix -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks PK -110

The Hawks (PK) are worth a look as a pick'em on the road against the Knicks. I just don't trust New York to show up at this point. Yes the Hawks are the team they are chasing for that 10th and final spot, but they are 5-back with 11 to play. There's also a ton of incentive here for Atlanta to not let the Knicks hang around and really cement that play-in spot. Hawks are simply the better team. Play Atlanta PK! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Bulls -3½ -110

The Bulls (-3.5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Raptors in Monday's NBA action. These two teams look like they are headed in different directions. Toronto has won and covered 6 of their last 7, while Chicago is 2-8 SU and 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games. I believe it's created value on the Bulls in this one. Tough spot for the Raptors playing on no rest after that huge game yesterday at Philly against Embiid and Harden. Play Chicago -3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Nets -1 -110

The Nets (-1) are worth a look as a short home favorite against the Jazz in Monday's NBA action. Even with Kyrie unable to play at home, I still like Brooklyn to get the win. Nets still have the best player in the game in Durant and they are catching Utah in a tough spot. Jazz will be playing on no rest after a game at Madison Square Garden against the Knicks on Sunday. Brooklyn is 5-1 in their last 6 with the only loss coming by 2-points to the Mavs. Play the Nets -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +6 -105

The Lakers (+6) are worth a look as a road dog against the Cavaliers in Monday's NBA action. Good time to bet against Cleveland, as they just aren't the same team without big man Jarrett Allen. Lakers might not be playing great either, but they are clearly the more desperate team, as they are just 2.5 games ahead of the Spurs for the 10th and final playoff spot in the west. Cavs are just 8-21 ATS last 2 seasons when playing a team with a losing record in the 2nd half of the season. Play the Lakers +6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Knicks +5½ -110

The Knicks (+5.5) are worth a look as a home dog against the Jazz in Sunday's NBA action. New York has covered 7 of their last 8 and the only game they didn't cover they were up 15 with 4 minutes left and only won by 3 (6-point favorites). Every game is huge to the Knicks right now, as they are 5.5 out of the 10th and final spot. Utah could have a tough time not looking ahead to tomorrow's game in Brooklyn. Play the Knicks +5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Magic -4½ -110

The Magic (-4.5) are worth a look as a short home favorite against the Thunder in Sunday's NBA action. Most will just overlook this game because of how bad both of these teams are, but I think there's clear value with Orlando at this price. OKC has been awful of late, especially on the defensive side. The Thunder have allowed 120 or more in 6 straight and 9 of their last 11 overall. Hard to see this being the game and the opponent they decide to change that. Play the Magic -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wizards +5½ -105

The Wizards (+5.5) are worth a look as a road dog against the Knicks on Friday. Everyone is going to be on New York at this price. New York has covered 7 straight, while Washington has lost and failed to cover in each of their last 5. You just got to remember the books aren't dumb. When a line looks this far off, you got to take the other side. Play the Wizards +5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on 76ers -2½ -110

The 76ers (-2.5) are worth a look as a slim home favorite against the Mavs. Dallas comes in rolling. They are 14-3 over their last 17 and have won 8 of their last 9. That's great, but I think it's created some big time value here with the 76ers. Philly is a different team with James Harden and they are going to be extremely motivated for this game after losing their last two at home against the Nuggets and Nets. Play the 76ers -2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Warriors -2 -110

The Warriors (-2) are worth a look as a slim 2-point home favorite against the Celtics in Wednesday's NBA action. This is way too good a price to pass up on Golden State right now. As good as Boston has been playing, the Warriors should be a much bigger favorite on their home floor now that they got their Big 3 of Curry, Thompson and Green all on the floor. Golden State has won 4 in a row and covered each of their last 5. Play the Warriors -2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -4½ -110

The Jazz (-4.5) are worth a look as a slim home favorite against the Bulls in Wednesday's NBA action. Utah is showing some value right now after really struggling to cover the number of late. Jazz have failed to cover 3 straight and 9 of their last 11 overall. It's just not asking much for them to win by 5 or more against the Bulls. Chicago has been one of the better teams in the east, but have had a lot of trouble hanging with the top tier teams. Play Utah -4.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Suns -10½ -110

The Suns (-10.5) are worth a look as a double-digit road favorite against the Rockets in Wednesday's NBA action. Phoenix has dominated each of their last two games, beating the Lakers 140-111 at home and the Pelicans 131-115 on the road. They should have no problem continuing that trend against a bad Rockets team. Each of Houston's last 5 losses have all come by double-digits. Most recently losing by 25 on the road to a depleted Pelicans team. This one should be over early. Play the Suns -10.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +6 -110

The Lakers (+6) are worth a look as a decently priced home dog against the Raptors. Toronto comes in having won and covered 3 in a row, but could be without a huge piece to the puzzle in point guard Fred VanVleet, who is back on the injury report with a knee injury. LA hasn't been playing great, but this is a desperate team that needs every win they can get to ensure they don't miss the playoffs entirely. LeBron will do his part to make sure they are competitive in this one. Play the Lakers +6! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Hornets -7½ -110

The Hornets (-7.5) are worth a look as a big home favorite against the Thunder. Good spot to jump on Charlotte, who really needs to get back on track after their recent struggles. Hornets were able to get some momentum building in their last game, as they won by 22 on the road against the Pelicans. They should have no problem winning by double-digits at home against a struggling OKC team that has lost 5 straight and are just 3-13 in their last 16 overall. Play the Hornets -7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets +3½ -110

The Nuggets (+3.5) are worth a look as a short road dog against the 76ers. Everyone has been praising this Philly team since they acquired James Harden, but I think the momentum they had going really took a hit in their loss to the Nets at home last week. The 76ers could have responded with a big win after that poor showing, but instead needed OT to get by the Magic as a double-digit favorite. I think they struggle again here and the Nuggets get the outright win, but we will take the points just to be safe. Play Denver +3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Mavs vs Celtics over 213½ -110

The OVER (213.5) is worth a look in Sunday's NBA action between the Celtics and Mavs. Books have been off on the total with Boston of late. OVER has cashed in 8 of their last 10 games. Largely due to the play of Tatum, who is averaging 32.9 ppg during this stretch. Dallas is more than capable of going score for score with the Celtics in this one. These two should easily hit 215 and will likely get well in the 220s. Play the OVER 213! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Clippers -4½ -110

The Clippers (-4.5) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Pistons in Sunday's NBA action. Detroit has covered in 10 straight games and are now getting way too much respect because of it. LA has lost 3 of their last 4, but have covered their last 2 and are quietly 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games. Clippers just lost by 6 at the Hawks, which sets them up in a very profitable spot, as they are 15-5 ATS in their last 20 road games off a loss by 6 or less. Play the Clippers -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers vs Jazz under 221½ -110

The UNDER (221.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action between the Jazz and Blazers. This is just way too high a total for how bad Portland's offense has been of late. The Blazers just scored 81 in their last game and have now scored 95 or fewer points in 4 of their last 5 games. Hard to see it getting better on the road against a stingy Utah defense, especially if Anfernee Simmons can't go (questionable). Just don't see this game getting into the 220s. Play the UNDER 221.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -2½ -110

The Nets (-2.5) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Hornets in Tuesday's NBA action. Brooklyn has lost 17 of their last 20 games and I believe it has them way undervalued here. A lot of those losses came either with Harden not trying, Irving forced to sit out at home and/or Durant sidelined with an injury. Harden is out the door, Irving will be a go in Charlotte and Durant is back and showing zero signs of rust. Nets desperately need to start winning games and this is simply one they can't afford to lose. Play Brooklyn -2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wizards -2½ -110

The Wizards (-2.5) are worth a look as a short home favorite against the Pacers in Sunday's NBA action. Neither of these teams are playing the best basketball, but I think there's clear value here with Washington at the price. Indiana has really fallen off since making all those trades at the deadline and are just not a team that I see having much success on the road. We have seen that in their last 3 games. They lost by 16 at Orlando, needed a huge 4th quarter and OT to win the rematch at the Magic a couple days later and then lost at the Pistons on Friday. Play Washington -2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns -6½ -105

The Suns (-6.5) are worth a look as relatively short home favorite against the Knicks in Friday's NBA action. This is really an easy fade of New York, who seems to be stuck in reverse right now. Knicks have lost 3 straight out of the break and 6 in a row overall. The struggles go back even further, as they are just 2-13 SU over their last 15 and the same 2-13 ATS during this stretch. It's bad on both sides of the ball for New York, who continuing struggle to put up points and get stops. Knicks have allowed 11 or more points in 11 straight games. Even without Chris Paul, Suns are just too good to not take a shot on them winning at home by 7 or more. Play Phoenix -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -6½ -105

The Celtics (-6.5) are worth a look as a decently priced home favorite against the Hawks. Big bounce back spot for Boston after losing 107-128 at Indiana as a 9.5-point favorite. That was a big flat spot for the Celtics playing on no rest and their 3rd game in 4 days. They should be locked in back at home against Atlanta. Boston is 14-4 ATS last 18 off a road loss by 10 or more. Hawks are 8-23 ATS last 31 as a road dog of 6.5 to 12 points. Play the Celtics -6.5!