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04-03-18 | Raptors +1.5 v. Cavs | Top | 106-112 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 18 m | Show |
Toronto at Cleveland 7:00 ET Raptors (+) over Cavaliers- Have you or anyone else ever seen a NBA player carry an entire team the way Lebron James puts the Cavaliers on his shoulders. James may be having his 'best season ever' as he dominates play on the court but most likely be passed over for MVP. Toronto who was the best clubs in the East for five month have hit a rough patch losing four of their last seven but still lead the East. The Cavaliers will be without George Hill and a number of others are iffy. These two have split a pair of meetings this season and tonight the Raptors get the best of it. Take TORONTO! |
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04-01-18 | Bucks +4.5 v. Nuggets | Top | 125-128 | Win | 100 | 9 h 10 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Denver 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Nuggets- Here are two clubs with identical records (41-35) playing with just six games to go in the regular season and one is a sure thing for the playoffs and the other most likely is not. Denver sits two games behind Utah and New Orleans who both have favorable schedules down the stretch. These clubs are so evenly matched that even their ATS home and away records are the same with Denver 19-17-1 ATS at home and the Bucks 20-17-1 ATS in the road. With everything appearing even 'we' will take the points. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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04-01-18 | Rockets v. Spurs +2 | 83-100 | Win | 100 | 4 h 7 m | Show | |
Houston at San Antonio 3:30 ET Spurs (+) over Rockets- Houston is in the mist of another winning streak this one is at 11-games after an improbable come-from-behind win over Phoenix after trailing by 21 points late in the fourth quarter. That was the Rockets 32nd win in their last 34 games as they have virtually clinched the top seed in the West. San Antonio is hanging on to the fourth seed which would guarantee them a home playoff series is 30-8 straight-up at home and are 7-0 ATS in their last seven as hosts. Take the SPURS! |
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04-01-18 | 76ers v. Hornets +3 | 119-102 | Loss | -102 | 2 h 14 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Charlotte 1:00 ET Hornets (+) over 76ers- Philadelphia has won nine straight but have lost their most valuable cog in Joel Embidd who is out with a broken face. There is no time table for his return to the lineup as they travel to Charlotte to play the Hornets who they have defeated five straight times. Fortunately for the 76ers Markelle Fultz has returned (don't they know it as his collision with Embidd led to the facial injury) but the 76ers aer not the same without Embidd. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-31-18 | Raptors v. Celtics +4.5 | 99-110 | Win | 100 | 8 h 20 m | Show | |
Toronto at Boston 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Raptors- The beat-up Celtics just keep trodding along led by in my thoughts one of the better coaches in all of basketball Brad Stevens. Boston who is in the mist of a five-game winning streak and now trail the conference leading Raptors by three games with just seven games to go. So, if they are to have any chance of catching Toronto a win today is a must, and even then they odds are stacked against them. But, effort tonight alone will keep this one close. Take BOSTON! |
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03-31-18 | Pistons v. Knicks +3.5 | Top | 115-109 | Loss | -102 | 7 h 37 m | Show |
Detroit at New York 5:00 ET Knicks (+) over Pistons- A meeting between a pair of clubs whose seasons were derailed by injuries and a weak bench. After winning just three of 16 contests Detroit has rebounded with three straight wins while the Knicks continue to struggle and have dropped their last two. Blake Griffin will miss this contest which actually could help the Pistons as Andre Drummond (24 points and 23 rebounds last time out) has more room to move. The trouble for Detroit is they have no business being favored on the road and the Knicks are 20-16 ATS as hosts. Take NEW YORK! |
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03-31-18 | Hornets +5.5 v. Wizards | 93-107 | Loss | -113 | 4 h 60 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Washington 3:00 ET Hornets (+) over Wizards- Is it good news or not? Washington's All-Star John Wall is returning to action this afternoon his first 'action' since under going surgery Jan. 31. As it is now after losing four of their last five the Wizards most likely won't be hosting a playoff series in Round 1 anyway. For Charlotte who is paying well it is too little and too late as Dwight Howard puts up 'numbers' in meaningless games. Take the HORNETS! |
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03-30-18 | Wolves v. Mavs +5.5 | 93-92 | Win | 100 | 11 h 7 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Timberwolves- The Minnesota Timberwolves have won 20 more games then the Mavericks and are headed to the playoffs but Dallas has a much better ATS record. The Wolves have won the last four meetings and are 15-6 ATS in the last 21 meetings in Dallas but are 0-3-1 ATS in their last four games overall. Karl-Anthony Towns is off his record setting 56-point performance against Atlanta Wednesday while the Mavericks return home after a loss to the Lakers. Minnesota has lost their last four Friday night contests and the Mavs are still putting fourth winning ATS performances. Take DALLAS! |
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03-30-18 | Pelicans +4 v. Cavs | 102-107 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 35 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Cleveland 8:05 ET Pelicans (+) over Cavaliers- It looks as though the Cavaliers behind a 'rejuvenated' LeBron James have won six of their last seven and are fairly secure in the third seed in the East. New Orleans in making a 'run' of their own in the West led by Anthony Davis as they sit in the eighth spot 2-games ahead of LA Clippers. The away and home point spread differential could not be any more diverse. Cleveland who is 25-11 straight-up at home is just 10-25-1 ATS as hosts while New Orleans is 21-16 on the road including a stellar 24-13 ATS. Take the PELICANS! |
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03-30-18 | Nuggets +3.5 v. Thunder | Top | 126-125 | Win | 100 | 11 h 40 m | Show |
Denver at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Thunder- With just seven games remaining in the regular season Denver is two game out of the playoffs after dropping a 114-110 loss at Toronto and have now lost four of their last six. Nuggets coach Michael Malone has said he is disappointed with the club's lack of intensity. Oklahoma City is of course the team with NBA super-stars that just aren't willing to play the defense needed to be a champion. Denver has won 2-of-3 meetings this season and are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings while the Thunder are 0-3-1 ATS in their last four overall. Take DENVER! |
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03-27-18 | Blazers v. Pelicans -114 | Top | 107-103 | Loss | -114 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
Portland at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans over Trailblazers- Portland is starting to put some room between themselves and their competition for the third playoff spot behind Houston and Golden State as they have won 14 of their last 16 straight-up. New Orleans is jammed packed in the middle of the West tied for fifth place in the and are off playing three games in three nights. Now, with two full days rest after a lay-down against the Rockets the Pelicans will go to 3-1 against the Blazers this season. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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03-25-18 | Blazers +3.5 v. Thunder | Top | 108-105 | Win | 100 | 6 h 46 m | Show |
Portland at Oklahoma City 7:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Thunder- After 13 straight wins Portland has dropped their last two both at home to Houston and Boston. But, taking to the road hasn't been a hardship for the Blazers as they are 19-13-1 ATS as visitors and have defeated the Thunder five straight times including three times this season. Oklahoma City now trails Portland by two games in the loss column for the third playoff spot in the West has won seven of their last eight but will struggle to get bye Portland. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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03-23-18 | Jazz +3.5 v. Spurs | Top | 120-124 | Loss | -107 | 5 h 60 m | Show |
Utah at San Antonio 8:30 ET Jazz (+) over Spurs- There is something going on with the Spurs and nobody has been able to definitively put their figure on what it is. San Antonio's doctors have cleared Kawhi Leonard to play but Kawki says 'his' doctors have said he's not ready. After the 'players meeting' when Leonard was begged by 'teammates' to return to the court, he rebuffed them by refusing to play. I really wonder if it isn't a personal thing with 'Pop.' Either way the Spurs will be effected by this issue and they are up against a tough opponent. The Jazz have won 10 of their last 11 and 22 of their last 25 and will take advantage. Take UTAH! |
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03-23-18 | Nuggets +2.5 v. Wizards | 108-100 | Win | 100 | 4 h 33 m | Show | |
Denver at Washington 7:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Wizards- Upon the loss of John Wall the Wizards regrouped and went on a winning streak that was probably sustained mostly by adrenalin and now that has worn off. Washington has dropped three of their last five and six of their last 10...the thrill is gone. (Sorry BB) The Wiz kids are starting to complain of their plight when they should be digging deep. Nuggets no prize on the road although they are off a win at Chicago...look for two in a row. Take DENVER! |
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03-23-18 | Clippers +4 v. Pacers | Top | 104-109 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 31 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Indiana 7:00 ET Clippers (+) over Pacers- After four straight losses against teams above them the Clippers put up a much needed win at Milwaukee Wednesday night. That win came after a players 'only' meetings as DeAndre Jordon was making a statement about getting onto the playoffs for the first time. Indiana had to break up a three game home stand with a make-up game in New Orleans on Wednesday and that can put them out of sync having to change family plans and what-not. The Clippers are one of the better road 'take' this season going 18-18 straight-up and a fine 23-13 ATS. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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03-22-18 | Lakers +2.5 v. Pelicans | Top | 125-128 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 38 m | Show |
L.A..Lakers at New Orleans 8:00 ET Lakers (+) over Pelicans- Because of a leak in the Smoothie King roof a number of week ago and rescheduling New Orleans and is about to play their third game in three nights (a union no no) and already have two wins. The Pelicans have already defeated the Lakers twice scoring an average 129 points and although Brandon Ingram will miss his 10th straight game this is a 'different' Lakers team. LA has dropped their last three after winning 8-of-10...they get back o track here a the Pelicans wings tire out. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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03-21-18 | Wizards +5 v. Spurs | Top | 90-98 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 41 m | Show |
Washington at San Antonio 9:30 ET Wizards (+) over Spurs- San Antonio has picked up the pace after an inconsistent patch of play of 11 games but have won their last four. The Spurs have been banged-up and are still without All-Star Leonard but LaMarcus Aldridge has picked up the slack. This is the first meeting of the season between these two and they play again in Washington next Tuesday. Washington has been playing and playing better without All-Star guard John Wall as the remainder of the squad is willing to pass the ball. Take the WIZARDS! |
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03-21-18 | Nuggets v. Bulls +9 | 135-102 | Loss | -103 | 10 h 50 m | Show | |
Denver at Chicago 8:05 ET Bulls (+) over Nuggets- The Nuggets will enter this contest with 'heavy' legs as they are now playing at sea-level and after a 149-141 double-overtime loss at Miami on Monday. Denver has always struggled outside the 'Mile High' city as they are 11-23 straight-up and 12-20-2 ATS while Chicago is 20-14-1 ATS at home. The Nuggets are 0-4 ATS in their last four road games and the Bulls are 5-1 ATS in their last six home games. Take CHICAGO! |
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03-21-18 | Pacers -1 v. Pelicans | Top | 92-96 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 8 m | Show |
Indiana at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pacers (+) over Pelicans- This game is an oddity of sorts as it is a rescheduled contest from early February when the Smoothie King Center was leaking. These clubs enter this fray with identical records with 11 games left in the regular season. Indiana has won 12 of the last 15 meetings although New Orleans posted a 117-112 win over the Pacers in their only meeting this season back in November. This time around Indiana will set the pace. Take the PACERS! |
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03-20-18 | Rockets -5 v. Blazers | 115-111 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 7 m | Show | |
Houston at Portland 10:30 ET Rockets (-) over Trailblazers- It isn't often that I am siding with the Rockets but this looks like a spot to take them tonight. Both these clubs have been playing their best basketball of the season as Portland has won their last 13 and Houston has won five straight and 26 of their last 28 and now have the best record in the NBA. The Rockets are 2-0 against the Blazers this season and has won five of the last six meetings. Houston has 29 road victories and are an unheard of 24-13 ATS. Take HOUSTON! |
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03-20-18 | Mavs +8.5 v. Pelicans | 105-115 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Pelicans- New Orleans is off a win over short-handed Boston on Sunday but have still dropped four of their last six while Dallas as usual is off a loss (two actually) and are just 8-26 straight-up on the road. The Pelicans lead by Anthony Davis is just 14-19-1 ATS at home whereas the Mavericks are 19-14-1 ATS on the road. The Pelicans posted a 126-109 win at Dallas two weeks ago and now it is turn-about. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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03-20-18 | Clippers +3.5 v. Wolves | Top | 109-123 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 42 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Minnesota 8:00 ET Clippers (+) over Timberwolves- This is so typical of teams battling for a playoff spot (the final playoff spot) as they have both have lost their most recent crucial games. The Clippers have dropped their last three and now trial Minnesota by two-games in the loss column as there are just three-games that separate the fourth through 10th seeds in the West. The T-wolves have lost their last two but still have a chance to finish as high as fourth. This means more to L.A. As time runs down. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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03-19-18 | Bucks +2.5 v. Cavs | Top | 117-124 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 32 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:00 ET Bucks (+) over Bucks- After a lengthy road trip where they went 3-3 the Cavaliers return home for the first time since March 5 and host Milwaukee a club they have defeated five straight time as hosts. Cleveland who is secure in the third playoff seed in the East has been playing with a plethora of injuries along with a mystery illness that has even sidelines coach Tyronne Lue who is missing time of late. The Bucks have won three of their last four and have posted a 119-116 win at home earlier this season. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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03-18-18 | Rockets v. Wolves +7.5 | Top | 129-120 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 39 m | Show |
Houston at Minnesota 7:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- With the Golden State Warriors have so many key players sidelined the Rockets have a chance to made a mover for the No. 1 overall seed as they have won their last four and 21 of their last 22. They should be very confident entering tonight's fray as Houston has defeated Minnesota five straight times. After dropping their last outing in San Antonio the T'wolves are two-games clear for the eighth playoffs spot in the West. At home with the generous points the Wolves can howl tonight. Take MINNESOTA! |
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03-17-18 | Pistons +8.5 v. Blazers | 87-100 | Loss | -107 | 11 h 47 m | Show | |
Detroit at Portland 10:00 ET Pistons (+) over Trailblazers- Two clubs headed in opposite directions clash at the Moda Center where the Trailblazers will host the Detroit Pistons. Portland has an 11-game win steak working while Detroit who was embarrassed 110-79 at Utah on Thursday are against a 'Blazers' squad that just beat the Cavaliers. The Piston have lost eight of their last 10 (3-7 ATS) but are 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings and suck it up here. Take DETROIT! |
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03-17-18 | Warriors v. Suns +3 | Top | 124-109 | Loss | -103 | 11 h 43 m | Show |
Golden State at Phoenix 10:00 ET Suns (+) over Warriors- If this team doesn't have enough injury issue Golden State has lost Super-Star Kevin Durant for a number of weeks due to fractured rib (on his right side) and will join his Super-Star teammate Stephen Curry (and Klay Thompson) on the bench. So, now the ravaged Warriors who defeated the Suns 129-83 five weeks ago in their only meeting this season and have won 16 of the last 19 meetings as the Suns enter with seven straight losses. But, this is just a shell of themselves and Phoenix will be all in. The line is the indicator...take PHOENIX! |
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03-17-18 | Rockets v. Pelicans +7.5 | 107-101 | Win | 100 | 8 h 52 m | Show | |
Houston at New Orleans 7:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Rockets- Back at it again the Rockets are on a 3-game win streak and have won 20 of their last 21. New Orleans who is in the sixth seeded spot in the west are just 1.5 games away from the 10th spot so every game down the stretch is vital. These two have split their first two meetings this season each winning at home with the Pelicans winning the last encounter 115-113 in late January. Houston does not have a rich history in the Crescent City where they are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 trips. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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03-16-18 | Heat +4 v. Lakers | 92-91 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show | |
Miami at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Heat (+) over Lakers- 'Numbers never lie, but the can be very misleading.' Miami who is almost assured of at least a 7th or 8th seed in the East have dropped their first two of a 3-game road trip and have lost nine in-a-row on the road overall. Now, this is where the 'Numbers stuff' comes into pay as the Heat are a stellar 21-13-1 ATS away from home. LA has won eight of their last 11 and 12 of its last 13 at home but will be missing a vital cog in their offense as Kyle Kozma is questionable. Take MIA |
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03-16-18 | Clippers +5 v. Thunder | Top | 113-121 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 23 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Clippers (+) over Thunder- OKC has put together four straight win as their roster becomes a bunch of walking wounded. All-Star forward Paul George in questionable as is center Steve Adams. LA is just one-game behind San Antonio and Utah and a game and-a-half behind sixth place New Orleans and need every win. Clippers 21-11-1 ATS on the road while the Thunder are 15-20 ATS at home. After a poor shooting night and a loss at Houston last night I expect to Clippers to rebound here. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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03-16-18 | Mavs +11 v. Raptors | 115-122 | Win | 100 | 7 h 59 m | Show | |
Dallas at Toronto 7:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Raptors- Toronto trailed the Pacers by 12 in the third quarter last night before rallying for their 10th straight victory. Dallas who is just 8-24 straight-up on the road but a respectable 18-13-1 ATS when traveling. The Raptors have won seven of the last 10 meetings but the Mavericks won the most recent meeting 98-93 in December. The Mavs know the are capable of beating this team and will competitive tonight. Take DALLAS! |
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03-15-18 | Cavs +5 v. Blazers | 105-113 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 55 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Portland 10:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Trailblazers- Surprisingly enough and for different reasons both these clubs are a No. 3 seed in their conferences. Portland is another NBA club that is streaking at the right time as they have won their last 10 while Cleveland has lost four of their last seven and their last four at Portland. With his 'new' cast of teammates James is pulling this team together with his best basketball and will lead this team to a win tonight. Take CAVALIERS! |
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03-15-18 | Pelicans +4 v. Spurs | 93-98 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 29 m | Show | |
New Orleans at San Antonio 8:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Spurs- As 'Norton' would say 'time and time wait for no man.' To which makes us take a look at the Spurs who are showing their age and have dropped nine of their last 12 games and find themselves out of the playoff at this moment. The best part of the reminding schedule for San Antonio is that they play 12 of their final 14 games against teams above them in the standings. More bad news is that New Orleans is 7-0 ATS in their last seven road games and are 4-0 ATS in the alst four meetings. Take the PELICANS! |
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03-15-18 | Raptors v. Pacers +4 | Top | 106-99 | Loss | -104 | 8 h 4 m | Show |
Toronto at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Raptors- The two 'hottest' team in the NBA clash tonight at Indiana as the Pacers have won their last three and 21 of their last 30. Not to be out done, Toronto has won nine straight and 16 of their last 17. The trends between these two are one-sided as the Pacers are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings including 0-4 ATS in the last four at Indiana. Take the PACERS! |
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03-14-18 | Heat v. Kings +6.5 | 119-123 | Win | 102 | 11 h 46 m | Show | |
Miami at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Heat- With 14 regular season games remaining Miami has a 5.5 game lead over Detroit for the final playoff spot in the East. The Heat bring an eight-game road losing streak to Sacramento and are a half-game behind Milwaukee for the seventh spot and really have no pressure here. Miami hasn't won on the road since January 29 in Dallas and will be may be without Hassan Whiteside and Dwayne Wade and that won't help the Heat's cause. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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03-14-18 | Wizards -2.5 v. Celtics | Top | 125-124 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Washington at Boston 8:00 ET Wizards over Celtics- Guys, I hope 'we' are not being sucked into this match-up as the 'numbers' just don't add up. Washington has lost their last two and now they are favored in Boston where they have lost nine of their last 10 meetings. This is a tough spot for the Celtics as they have four players 'out' of this contest including this years glue Kyrie Irving. The deleted Boston club also have a questionable Al Horford and will be missing Marcus Smart and Jaylen Brown. Take WASHINGTON! |
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03-14-18 | Bucks v. Magic +8.5 | 117-126 | Win | 100 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Orlando 7:05 ET Magic (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee has had a number of 'face changes' the past month starting with the firing of coach Jason Kidd. Upon his firing the Bucks when out an won six of seven and then lost six of seven before defeating a pair of bottom feeders New York and Memphis. Orlando has dropped their last five on the road and return home to host the Bucks who they have defeated 20 of the last 23 meetings at home. Take the MAGIC! |
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03-13-18 | Nuggets v. Lakers +2 | 103-112 | Win | 100 | 14 h 36 m | Show | |
Denver at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Nuggets- It is the same old story surrounding the Nuggets who use a strong home court advantage (26-10 SU) and they just can't seem to break through on the road. Denver is 11-20 straight-up on the road and will be playing their playoff final stretch 10 of their last 15 away from Mile High City. Luke Walton turned thing around 'before' the return of Lonzo Ball as LA is 15-7 straight-up in their last 22. Nuggets off a walkover against the Kings 130-104 but will find this contest a bit different. Take the LAKERS! |
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03-13-18 | Hornets +4.5 v. Pelicans | 115-119 | Win | 100 | 11 h 12 m | Show | |
Charlotte at New Orleans 8:00 ET Hornets (+) over Pelicans- After a 10-game winning streak New Orleans has dropped their last two while Charlotte just ended their own five-game losing streak with a win over Phoenix on Sunday. The Suns were without leading scorer Devin Booker and tonight the Pelicans Anthony Davis will be back against to face Dwight Howard who has had 30-points in two of his last three games. The Crescent City boys have won three straight in the series but that ends tonight. Take the HORNETS! |
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03-13-18 | Pacers +5.5 v. 76ers | Top | 101-98 | Win | 100 | 10 h 9 m | Show |
Indiana at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over 76ers- Even t he 'players' on the 76ers admit they are a bit up-and-down as they alternate wins and losses off a 2-2 road trip. These two have spilt the first two meetings each winning at home including Philly 121-110 back on Nov. 3. The Sixers like to beat-up on the 'little' guy but struggle against the better clubs and are 1-5 ATS against teams with a winning record while the Pacers are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take INDIANA! |
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03-11-18 | Warriors v. Wolves +5 | Top | 103-109 | Win | 100 | 4 h 36 m | Show |
Golden State at Minnesota 3:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Warriors- Minnesota was sitting atop of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference in the third playoff spot but have faltered since the injury to Jimmy Butler. The Timberwolves have lost their last three land are facing falling to the 10th spot with a loss here. Golden State is a 1/2-game behind Houston for the lead in the West and they really don't seem very concerned. Sort of reminds me of the Cavs and Celtics last year. They know they will catch and pass them but not today. Take MINNESOTA! |
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03-10-18 | Magic v. Clippers -11.5 | 105-113 | Loss | -102 | 13 h 5 m | Show | |
Orlando at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (-) over Magic- The LA Clippers have won 12 of their last 17 games and have defeated Orlando eight straight times with the Magic last defeating the Clippers in November 2013. Los Angeles is off a huge win last night over Cleveland but realize a letdown here would wipe out last nights win. Orlando is off a last-second loss in LA to the Lakers at Staples Center 108-107 as the officials incorrectly took away their final opportunity to score and win the game. No Magic here...take the CLIPPERS! |
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03-10-18 | Grizzlies v. Mavs -9 | 80-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 16 m | Show | |
Memphis at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (-) over Grizzlies- Does NBA Commissioner Adam Sliver realize just how bad some of the 'Association' teams really are. Some of them don't even have to 'tank' to get to the worst record in the NBA. Here is Dallas a team who's owner stated he wants his team to 'tank' and they are a huge favorite over a team that is so bad they don't have to lay-down to lose. Memphis is winless since January 29 and has lost 16 straight and 13 straight on the road. Just ti cinch matters the Grizzlies are 0-16 this season without Tyreke Evans and will mis his ninth straight game tonight. Take DALLAS! |
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03-10-18 | Spurs +4.5 v. Thunder | Top | 94-104 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 26 m | Show |
San Antonio at Oklahoma City 8:35 ET Spurs (+) over Thunder- Which of these two teams would you believe is not going to make the playoffs? The key word is 'team' and that gives the Spurs the advantage as they have played like one for years while OKC is more play ground and breaks apart when it counts most. San Antonio doesn't have a winning road record but it is still better then the Thunders home record. Oklahoma City is off a win and that is bad new for them as they are 1-7 ATS after a straight-up win and add that the Spurs are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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03-09-18 | Cavs v. Clippers -110 | Top | 102-116 | Win | 100 | 12 h 10 m | Show |
Cleveland at L.A. Clippers 10:35 ET Clippers over Cavaliers- The 'new look' Cavaliers have won and 'covered' their last five on the road and are 6-4 with their up-graded roster. Los Angeles made a trade of their own which was a shocker when they sent Blake Griffin to Detroit and they are 9-4 straight-up since the move. The Clippers are off a home loss to New Orleans and are among a group fighting for spots 3-10 in the West and the Clippers can compete and are currently in the 8th position. These two met last November in Cleveland as the Cavs won 118-113 in overtime. This time the Clippers win on the floor. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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03-09-18 | Lakers v. Nuggets -6.5 | 116-125 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (-) over Lakers- Just when it counts most the Nuggets have stubbed their toe losing their last two and three straight at home. Denver is now in the ninth playoff spot in the West and but is only four games away from the No. 3 spot now occupied by Portland. Lonzo Ball has returned to the lineup and has sparked the Lakers as they are 5-0 ATS in their last five road games while Denver is 0-4 ATS in their last four home games but are also 4-1 ATS against the Lakers are home. Take DENVER! |
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03-09-18 | Rockets v. Raptors +2.5 | Top | 105-108 | Win | 100 | 9 h 20 m | Show |
Houston at Toronto 7:30 ET Raptors (+) over Rockets- Houston's winning streak is now at 17 and look to make it 18 at Toronto against the Raptors who have won six straight of their own. The Raptors are the first team to clinch a playoff spot and look to hold the top spot in the East. When a pair of good team like this meet the trends are always positive for both clubs as is the case here. The Rockets are 9-0 ATS in their last nine road games against teams with winning records while Toronto is 4-0 ATS following an ATS loss. My key factor here is that the Raptors are 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Toronto. Take the RAPTORS! |
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03-08-18 | Celtics v. Wolves +2.5 | Top | 117-109 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 22 m | Show |
Boston at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Celtics- Boston who started the season with 18 straight wins have come out after the All-star break winning five of six but now trail Toronto by two-games in the East. Both clubs will be missing their top players as the Celtics Kyrie Irving has a knee injury and Minnesota will be with Jimmy Butler. Boston is the better overall club and are 5-2 without Irving and the Wolves are 4-6 without Butler. Minny has had five days rest after their loss at Utah where Karl-Anthony Towns and Jeff Teague were ejected. T'wolves are 25-7 straight up at home and come together for a win tonight. Take MINNESOTA! |
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03-08-18 | 76ers v. Heat +1 | 99-108 | Win | 102 | 8 h 38 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Miami 7:30 ET Heat over 76ers- This is the 4th meeting between these two this season as the 76ers lead 2-1 with two home wins and then Miami got to hold serve at American Airlines Arena 102-101 just nine days ago. This is the first meeting that Philadelphia gets to see the rejuvenated Dwayne Wade for the Heat and he has been an added spark with 8th seeded Miami. Look for the Heat who are 7-1-2 ATS in their last 10 continue their fine play. Take MIAMI! |
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03-08-18 | Nets v. Hornets -6.5 | 125-111 | Loss | -113 | 7 h 12 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (-) over Nets- Both these clubs have dropped their last four games straight-up and are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 overall and 1-12 straight-up in last 13. Charlotte had won five straight before their losses and are still in contention in the weak East but still have enough time to qualify but they can not afford a loss tonight to last place Brooklyn. Charlotte has won the last five meetings but the Nets are 4-1 ATS in those games. Tonight the Hornets sting...take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-07-18 | Cavs v. Nuggets -3 | Top | 113-108 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 43 m | Show |
Cleveland at Denver 10:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Cavaliers- So, Denver has gone from a beaten road favorite at Dallas last night to a home favorite over Cleveland tonight. Maybe, the 126-117 win the Nuggets posted at Cleveland on Saturday has them confident enough to beat the Cavs twice in a row. Cleveland of course will be looking for payback but they are still a team in transition as they continue to struggle. Kevin Love is still out and it is the rest of the team that appears to have 'panic' attacks as LeBron's supporting cast is still adjusting. Take DENVER! |
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03-07-18 | Rockets v. Bucks +6.5 | 110-99 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 22 m | Show | |
Houston at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Rockets- Did you see the Rockets last night as they ran out the Thunder 122-112 at Oklahoma City and won their 16th straight. Even though the game was never close Houston has 'covered' 10 of their last 14. Milwaukee lost to Indiana Monday and have dropped five of the last six games after winning 10 of their last 13 after firing coach Jason Kidd. I believe although the Rockets are paying fabulous ball they should have a slight letdown after their National TV winner at OKC. Take the BUCKS! |
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03-07-18 | Raptors v. Pistons +5.5 | 121-119 | Win | 100 | 8 h 17 m | Show | |
Toronto at Detroit 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Raptors- Toronto who owns the top spot in the East and have won five straight and 12 of their last 13 going 10-3 ATS in the span. The numbers here for the Pistons are pathetic as they have lost nine of their last 11 games since trading for Blake Griffin and are coming off an 0-3 road trip. The Raptors pounded the Pistons 123-94 last week in Toronto and I expect Detroit to to forth a big effort to redeem that performance. Take the PISTONS! |
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03-06-18 | Nuggets v. Mavs +5 | 107-118 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show | |
Denver at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Nuggets- Denver enters this contest winners of their last two both on the road against lowly Memphis on Friday and Cleveland on Saturday. Dallas as usual is on a losing streak the current run is at a negative three but have a number of strong trends that support their 'action.' The Mavericks who have lost enough games by double-digits are 4-0 ATS at home following a double-digit loss at home and they are 5-1-1 ATS against the Nuggets in Dallas. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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03-06-18 | Rockets v. Thunder +5.5 | 122-112 | Loss | -107 | 10 h 32 m | Show | |
Houston at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- So, much has changed since the last time these two met Christmas Day when the Thunder defeated the Chris Paul-less Rockets 112-107 at home. At that time Houston was in the mist of a stretch where the lost seven of the nine games while OKC posted their fifth straight win. Now, Houston has won 15 straight and have dominated the Thunder going 12-4 ATS in the last 16 meetings and are 7-1 ATS in their last eight meetings in Oklahoma City. OKC has won five of their last seven but have not defeated a team with a winning record since Feb. 6. I look for Carmelo Anthony and Russell Westbrook to balance the Rockets attack. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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03-06-18 | 76ers v. Hornets +2 | Top | 128-114 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 27 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over 76ers- Two of the stronger NBA rebounders will face-off as the 76ers Joel Embiid and the Hornets Dwight Howard meet and the last meeting between the two did not go so well for the veteran from Charlotte. These two went head-to-head on Friday and Embiid dominated Howard outscoring him 23-6 and out rebounding him 15-6 as Philadelphia won at home 110-99. Even though the 76ers are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings they are 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine road games while the Hornets are 3-0 straight-up and ATS in their last three at home. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-05-18 | Blazers v. Lakers +2 | Top | 108-103 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 45 m | Show |
Portland at L.A. Lakers 10:35 ET Lakers (+) over Trailblazers- The two 'hottest' teams in the NBA face-off tonight in Los Angeles where the Lakers host Portland who has won 14 straight in this series. LA has won their last five with the return to the line-up of Lonzo Ball who is 14-of-22 from three point range since his return four games ago. Portland has won their last six and that dynamic duo of guards Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum have led the way. The Blazers won the first meeting in LA 95-92 and the Lakers are much improved since then and get the 'money' tonight. Take LAKERS! |
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03-05-18 | Magic v. Jazz -9.5 | 80-94 | Win | 100 | 10 h 8 m | Show | |
Orlando at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (-) over Magic- Both these clubs have won their last two games but for Utah it has so much more significance as they are two games out of the No. 8 playoff seed in the West while Orlando is 23-games under the break-even mark. Utah won 11 straight before the All-Star break and have now won 13-of-15. The Jazz have won the last three in the series including a 125-85 pounding at Orlando. This game too much to Utah for them to make a mistake here. Take the JAZZ! |
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03-05-18 | Celtics v. Bulls +8.5 | 105-89 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Boston at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Celtics- Both these clubs had streaks ended last time out as Boston had their four-game win streak ended at Houston Saturday night and Chicago broke into the win column after five straight losses with a win over Dallas 108-100 Sunday. Believe it or not the Bulls have won five consecutive meetings in Chicago including a 108-85 in December the Celtics worst loss of the season. Usually I would come back with the squad that was destroyed but the Bulls have confidence and Boston is off an emotional game against Houston. Take CHICAGO! |
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03-04-18 | 76ers v. Bucks +2 | Top | 110-118 | Win | 100 | 9 h 21 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over 76ers- The Bucks are dropping fast losing their last four games but still are in a solid position to make the playoffs entrenched in the seventh spot 1.5 games behind the Sixers. Milwaukee made a coaching change jettisoning Jason Kidd to the unemployed and immediacy when on a winning streak but the euphoric effects seem to have worn off. The mini slump for the Bucks has seen Giannis Antetokoumpo shoot under 40% the last four game and a turn around is expected here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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03-04-18 | Pelicans v. Mavs +4 | 126-109 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 14 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Dallas 7:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Pelicans- It appears that with DeMarcus Cousins 'down' Anthony Davis has more room to work with on the court and has been putting up some amazing numbers. In the last 11 games Davis has averaged 35 points, 13 rebounds, 2.5 steals and 2.2 blocks with the Pelicans going 8-3 in that span. These two have split their two games this season with each winning on the others court. This time the home court advantage stands as Dallas gets the money. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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03-04-18 | Pacers +4 v. Wizards | 98-95 | Win | 100 | 7 h 17 m | Show | |
Indiana at Washington 6:00 ET Pacers (+) over Wizards- The Wizards have started their four-game with losses to Golden State and Toronto and have dropped to 12-19 ATS at home. Washington has taken the last four in the series including a 111-102 win at Indiana four weeks ago. It looks as though the Wiz are finally feeling the effects of the absence of John Wall as they have committed 18 turnovers in each of the past two games. Who knows why but the Pacers are 8-1 ATS in the last nine meetings in Washington. Take INDIANA! |
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03-03-18 | Thunder +4.5 v. Blazers | 100-108 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 50 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Portland 10:00 ET Thunder (+) over Trailblazers- Both these clubs are playoff bound and are currently 10-games over .500. Portland has had the best of this series winning the last seven games in Portland and are 2-0 against the Thunder this season. Both clubs seem to have found their rhythm as the Thunder have won their last three and the Trailblazers have won their last five including a 10-point come-from-behind win against Minnesota Thursday. Look for OKC to gain a measure of respect and revenge tonight. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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03-03-18 | Celtics v. Rockets -8 | Top | 120-123 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 28 m | Show |
Boston at Houston 8:30 ET Rockets (+) over Celtics- These two have the longest winning streaks on the NBA season as the Celtics had a 16-game streak as the season unfolded and now it is Houston that has a 14-game winning streak their second such streak of the year. In a meeting at the TD Garden in Boston on Dec. 28 the Celtics won 99-98 after Houston blew a 26-point lead. The Rockets played that contests without Chris Paul, Clint Capela and Luc Mbah a Moute. The Celtics who have won 4-in-a-row have struggled on offense at times and tonight they get exposed. Take HOUSTON! |
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03-03-18 | Pistons +5.5 v. Heat | 96-105 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 24 m | Show | |
Detroit at Miami 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Heat- The eighth and ninth seeds in the East face-off in Miami where the Heat who hold a 3-game lead over the Pistons for the final playoff spot. Both these clubs are off losses as Miami had an ugly affair against the Lakers while Detroit who is 6-7 since acquiring Blake Griffin fell to lowly Orlando last night. Detroit has won two of the three meetings this season with the last meeting a month ago a 111-107 home win. Miami has 'covered' just 8-of -9 home games. Take the PISTONS! |
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03-02-18 | Raptors v. Wizards +4 | 102-95 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 21 m | Show | |
Toronto at Washington 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Raptors- With the virtual collapse of the Cavaliers and the Celtics having lost their edge of late and Toronto has taken over the top spot in the East with a 71% wining percentage. The Raptors have won 11 of their last 13 with one of those losses coming at the hands of Washington who is 4-0ATS in their last four against winning teams. The Wizards are 10-4 without John Wall and can pull off a surprise here. Take WASHINGTON! |
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03-02-18 | Mavs -115 v. Bulls | 100-108 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 17 m | Show | |
Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET Mavericks over Bulls- A pair of teams that have been viewed as 'tanking' face-off in Chicago where the Bulls who are doing it (tanking) by using their young and inexperienced players. The Bulls bring a five-game losing streak into this fray while the Mavericks continue to play hard despite their owners claims. Dallas is 4-0 ATS in their last four meetings in Chicago while the Bulls are 0-6 ATS when facing a team with a losing record. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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03-02-18 | Hornets +4 v. 76ers | Top | 99-110 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 25 m | Show |
Charlotte at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over 76ers- The question to me here is 'Can Philadelphia get emotionally ready' after coming off a national TV win over Cleveland last night which ended an 11-game losing streak to the Cavaliers. The 76ers have won eight of their last 10 but are just 2-4 ATS in their last six. Charlotte was hammer by Boston 134-106 last time out after winning their previous five. The Hornets are coming of a terrible loss and will be in bounce-back mode tonight. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-01-18 | Wolves +5.5 v. Blazers | 99-108 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 35 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Portland 10:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Trailblazers- Minnesota who has made a solid move toward the playoffs this season have had the wind knocked out of their sails as their key off-season acquisition Jimmy Butler is out at least the regular season with surgery on his right knee. Because of Butler's absence Minnesota coach Tom Thibodeau has decided to play his five-best despite having to play some of their guys out of position. But, how much does that matter on a basketball court where so much of the play is freelance. Take MINNESOTA! |
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03-01-18 | 76ers +3 v. Cavs | Top | 108-97 | Win | 100 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Cleveland 8:00 ET 76ers (+) over Cavaliers- The most improved club on the floor this season is the 76ers as their youth movement led by Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. But, Philadelphia who is most likely headed to the playoffs have dropped their last two while Cleveland has turned things around since their blockbuster trade and have won seven of their past nine games. Stat wise there are huge conflicts as these two met for years with the 76ers still the doormat of the NBA. The Cavaliers have won 11 straight against the Sixers and 14 of the last 15 and are 16-7 ATS in the last 23 meetings. Cleveland's issue is that they are 4-22 ATS in their last 26 home games against sub .500 opponents. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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03-01-18 | Lakers +5 v. Heat | 131-113 | Win | 100 | 9 h 33 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers at Miami 7:30 ET Lakers (+) over Heat- Los Angeles has picked up the pace and won their last three contests although each opponent was at the bottom of their division. Miami is off an emotional 102-102 win over Philadelphia as Dwayne Wade drained a buzzer beater for the win to lift the Heat to 3-8 straight-up in their last 11. Miami's home record improved to 8-18-2 ATS. Los Angeles has made huge strides this season winning seven of their last 11 as their youth and depth had nine different Lakers score in double-figures last time out in their win over Atlanta. Play the 'hot' hand...take the LAKERS! |
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02-28-18 | Thunder v. Mavs +5.5 | Top | 111-110 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Thunder- Well, the crybabies are screaming louder then thunder as Oklahoma City's 'Big-3' Westbrook, Anthony and George are complaining about the lack of whistles going their way. With the least amount of passes to teammates for assists in the NBA the Thunder should try and move the ball to players in better position and stop their bitching. Dallas is who we knew they would be but this talk of tanking has all eyes upon the team from Texas. The Mavericks have won 2-of-3 meetings this season and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take DALLAS! |
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02-28-18 | Pacers v. Hawks +5 | 102-107 | Win | 100 | 9 h 56 m | Show | |
Indiana at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Pacers- Indiana is fortunate enough to play the two worst teams in the NBA in consecutive games as they were at Dallas Monday night and are in Atlanta tonight. Monday, the Pacers fell to to the Mavericks 109-103 and had their 4-game winning streak stopped and tonight its against the Hawks. Last Friday the Pacers pounded Atlanta 116-93 and the Hawks then lost to the Lakers 123-104 starting their four game home stand on Monday. Look for the Hawks to fly high here. Take ATLANTA! |
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02-28-18 | Hornets +7.5 v. Celtics | 106-134 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 52 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Boston 7:30 ET Hornets (+) over Celtics- Boston who hit a bit of a rough patch before the All-Star break losing their final three games, but have come out with three straight wins since with the return of defensive specialist Marcus Smart. The Celtics have won the last six meetings with Charlotte and are 9-1-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings but the Hornets have a season high five-game winning streak of their own. A note about the Celtics three wins they have been against three of the NBA's weakest teams with Memphis, New York and Detroit. Stiffer competition here. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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02-27-18 | Clippers +4.5 v. Nuggets | 122-120 | Win | 100 | 11 h 19 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Denver 10:30 ET Clippers (+) over Nuggets- This match-up pits a pair of border line playoff clubs that are currently 8th and 9th as the Clippers trail Denver by 1-game. Denver has won seven of their last nine with a loss last time out against Houston while Los Angeles has won eight of their last 11 games and are ending a seven-game road trip. The Clippers have played only twice in the last 13 days with their last game four days ago and will be well rested and ready to go. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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02-27-18 | Wizards +3 v. Bucks | 107-104 | Win | 100 | 9 h 52 m | Show | |
Washington at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Bucks- Interestingly enough the Wizards are 10-3 since All-star ball hog John Wall went down including a 109-94 win over Cleveland Sunday while Milwaukee lost a 123-121 overtime heartbreakers at New Orleans Sunday. A couple of trend here have Washington at an advantage as they are 7-1 ATS when playing on one days rest while the Bucks are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games after allowing 100 points in their previous game. The Bucks defeated the Wizards twice in January and this time around Washington gets the money. Take the WIZARDS! |
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02-27-18 | 76ers v. Heat +1 | Top | 101-102 | Win | 102 | 8 h 23 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over 76ers- The final two clubs in playoff position in the East face off in Miami as the 8th seed Heat host the 7th seed 76ers. Miami broke out of a nine-game slump where they went 1-8 straight with a huge 115-89 win over hapless Memphis on Saturday. Philadelphia on the flip side lost Sunday to Washington Sunday after having won seven in-a-row and will play seven of their next eight on the road. The Sixers have lost their last two trips to Miami by an average 25 points and fall short once again. Take MIAMI! |
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02-26-18 | Rockets v. Jazz +2.5 | Top | 96-85 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 19 m | Show |
Houston at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Rockets- Yes, I do understand that the Rockets have blasted-off and have won 12-in-a-row and 20 of their last 22. Utah on the other hand is 0-4 ATS in their last four home games (something that is very rare) but tonight they are up against the NBA's highest scoring team and they have held 10 of its last 13 opponents under 100 points. Defense is the key for the Jazz and they will put it on display tonight. Take UTAH! |
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02-26-18 | Pacers v. Mavs +3 | 103-109 | Win | 100 | 11 h 53 m | Show | |
Indiana at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Pacers- A pair of four-game steaks will clash here as the Pacers who have won four straight are looking to make a move for the No. 3 playoff spot now held by Cleveland. Dallas on the other hand has dropped their last four as rookie sensation Dennis Smith Jr. has slumped in the two road games following the break and are happy to be at home. Indiana fell to the Mavericks 98-94 at home in December as Smith had just nine points. This time at home he returns to form. Take DALLAS! |
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02-26-18 | Lakers v. Hawks +2 | 123-104 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Lakers- The Lakers have a 'refreshed' look as their newcomers have help lead them to a pair of victories after the All-star break. Lonzo Ball and Isaiah Thomas are coming off the bench while Julius Randle and Caldwell-Pope are running the show. Pope who is returning to Pope who played at Georgia is off his career best 34 points leading the Lakers to their sixth win in their last nine while Atlanta has dropped three straight (all on the road) and five of six. The Hawks considering it all are a respectable 16-14 ATS at home and get it done here. Take ATLANTA! |
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02-25-18 | Rockets v. Nuggets +5 | Top | 119-114 | Push | 0 | 10 h 54 m | Show |
Houston at Denver 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Rockets- Houston who is fighting tooth and nail with Golden State for the top spot in the West have won 11 straight and 18 of 20 going 14-6 ATS in that span. Denver is also a team that is streaking but not to the extent of the Rockets as they have won 10 of 13 and are 7-1 in February going 7-2 ATS in their last nine. Houston has built a strong record against a number of 'soft' teams but now they must play 12 of the next 13 games against teams with winning records. Denver has enough to surprise here. Take the NUGGETS! |
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02-25-18 | Spurs +4.5 v. Cavs | 110-94 | Win | 100 | 5 h 27 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Cleveland 3:30 ET Spurs (+) over Cavaliers- San Antonio has lost their last four and six of their last seven but their biggest loss of the season may be the loss Kawhi Leonard. The Spurs remain in third place in the west have been atrocious on the road (for them) going 13-19 while Cleveland as we all are aware have been the 'worst' at home and are 6-21-1 ATS. The Cavaliers have won three straight in the series but the Spurs are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings in Cleveland. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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02-25-18 | Pistons +4.5 v. Hornets | 98-114 | Loss | -103 | 3 h 1 m | Show | |
Detroit at Charlotte 1:00 ET Pistons (+) over Hornets- Blake Griffin made quite a splash when he came over to the Pistons leading them to five straight wins, but, thing have taken a negative turn as Detroit has now dropped four of their last five. Charlotte meanwhile has started to play better basketball as they have won and 'covered' their last three after a four game tailspin. The Hornets haven't been consistent enough to lay points here as they are just 24-31 ATS while the Pistons are 14-11 ATS on the road. A small trend has the Hornets 0-4 ATS on Sundays. Take DETROIT! |
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02-24-18 | Mavs +8.5 v. Jazz | 90-97 | Win | 100 | 11 h 1 m | Show | |
Dallas at Utah 9:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Jazz- Dallas owner Mark Cuban put the Mavericks in a tough spot as he stated that they have to 'tank' the rest of the season and then they came out and got blown out by the Lakers 124-102. Utah has won the last three meetings but Dallas is 10-4-1 ATS in the last 15 meetings and are 4-0 ATS when playing the second of back-to-back contests. Utah had their 11-game winning streak snapped their first time out after the All-star break as their momentum was thwarted. Despite what the owners says these guys will play to win tonight. Take DALLAS! |
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02-24-18 | Thunder v. Warriors -9 | 80-112 | Win | 100 | 11 h 35 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Golden State 8:30 ET Warriors (-) over Thunder- I don't remember the Warriors being down 2-0 to any team in the past three seasons but Oklahoma City has won both match-up with Golden State so far this season. The Warriors dropped four of eight before the break but responded against the Clippers Thursday as Stephen Curry scored 44 points and they are ready to make their second half run. Having double-revenge should keep the Warriors focused here. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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02-24-18 | Celtics v. Knicks +5 | Top | 121-112 | Loss | -107 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
Boston at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Celtics- Boston has won 2-of-3 meetings against New York already this season with the last win three weeks ago when they posted their largest margin of victory 103-73 this season. One thing about professionals is that they respond when embarrassed or humiliated. New York who is without their All-Star Porzingis broke an eight-game losing streak with a 120-113 win at Orlando last time out. The Celtics are in the second of back-to backs as they won at Detroit last night. This time out take NEW YORK! |
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02-23-18 | Mavs +4 v. Lakers | 102-124 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 57 m | Show | |
Dallas at L.A. Lakers 10:35 ET Mavericks (+) over Lakers- Tanking, yeah tanking that's a good idea. Let me lay-down so that the 'team' can draft someone to take my place and my job. I just don't believe that the players fo it. The 'brass' might try and adjust the roster (like the 76ers) but the players put out. Now, with the focus on Dallas because of owner Mark Cubans remarks this team must come out and play hard and win. Take DALLAS! |
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02-23-18 | Hornets +4 v. Wizards | Top | 122-105 | Win | 100 | 9 h 40 m | Show |
Charlotte at Washington 7:05 ET Hornets (+) over Wizards- Washington did what they were supposed to do last night and took down the Cavaliers (Megabucks winner) 110-103 and have now won eight of their last 10 playing without All-Star John Wall. The Wizards are 17-10 straight-up at home but a lowly 10-17 ATS and they are 4-0 ATS home games against the Hornets. Charlotte has already defeated Washington twice this season and will pick up their third win tonight. Take the HORNETS! |
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02-23-18 | Celtics v. Pistons +2 | 110-98 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 31 m | Show | |
Boston at Detroit 7:05 ET Pistons (+) over Celtics- There is a dramatic difference in the way the Celtics started the season and the way they finished before the All-Star break. Boston set all kinds of records with their fast start and have hit the skids of late losing their last three and four of their last five before entering their first game since their week off. Boston has been banged up and will have Marcus Smart returning tonight (is that good?) and have are 4-0 straight-up and ATS in their last four trips to Detroit, but that was pre-Blake Griffin. Tonight, it is DETROIT! |
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02-22-18 | Wizards +5.5 v. Cavs | Top | 110-103 | Win | 100 | 9 h 33 m | Show |
Washington at Cleveland 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Cavaliers- What a move! The Cavaliers got younger, faster, quicker and found some players willing to attempt some defense. Cleveland has won four straight since the 'trade' and have won five of the last six meetings with the Wizards including two wins this season straight-up but are just 2-5 ATS as hosts. King James off the All-star MVP is averaging 30 points, 9.5 rebounds and 13 assists in the Cavs last four while the Wizards have won seven of nine without John Wall and can do it here. Take WASHINGTON! |
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02-22-18 | 76ers v. Bulls +7 | 116-115 | Win | 100 | 8 h 19 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over 76ers- Without a doubt the most improved team this season is the 76ers and the player that has had the most impact is 'rookie' center Joel Embiid (I just love this guy). Philadelphia is just 3-8 straight-up in games without Embiid and he is sure to play tonight out of the All-star break. Chicago has dropped eight of their last 10 and will be replacing Robin Lopez and Justin Holiday in the starting line-up and an infusion of energy of a struggling team can only help. Take the BULLS! |
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02-22-18 | Knicks +3.5 v. Magic | 120-113 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
New York at Orlando 7:00 ET Knicks (+) over Magic- Well, the Knicks are 'not tanking' they just really aren't very good as a matter of fact right now you can say they stink. New York lost All-star Kristaps Porzingis to season ending injury and they have now lost eight straight going 1-7 ATS. While one side is losing players the Magic are adding Aaron Gordon and Nikola Vuevic which can only help as they are 5-13 in the 18 games that Gordon has missed. With their overall record of 18-39 he doesn't show that much of an impact. The Knicks are 8-3-1 ATS in the last 12 meetings in Orlando. Take NEW YORK! |
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02-15-18 | Nuggets +3 v. Bucks | Top | 134-123 | Win | 100 | 11 h 3 m | Show |
Denver at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Bucks- As many of the NBA clubs are starting to fatigue and breakdown these two clubs are making positive strides toward the playoffs. Both clubs have won their last two contests and Denver has won five of their last six while the Bucks are 9-2 since the departure of Jason Kidd as coach. Despite their fine play of late Milwaukee is banged-up and have a score of walking wounded so to speak. This of course will aid the Nuggets who are 10-4 ATS in the last 14 meetings including 5-2 ATS in Milwaukee. Take DENVER! |
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02-14-18 | Thunder v. Grizzlies +4 | 121-114 | Loss | -108 | 7 h 18 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- OKC after a mini positive run have fallen back to their former ways and have dropped their sixth game in their last eight last night against the Cavaliers. Tonight the second of back-to backs on the road has the Thunder invading Memphis where they have had the upper hand. OKC has won the last five meetings going 4-1 ATS but they are 1-8 ATS on the road against teams with losing records. The Grizzlies have lost their last six but haven't played since Sunday and will be ready tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |
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02-14-18 | Clippers +5.5 v. Celtics | Top | 129-119 | Win | 100 | 7 h 14 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Boston 8:05 ET Clippers (+) over Celtics- At 40-18 most don't see how much the Celtics are struggling as they have now lost their last two and have dropped eight of their last 14 and are 3-5 in their last eight home games. Los Angeles is 12-5 straight-up in their last 17 and are 4-2 since the trading of Blake Griffin and are 2-1 on their current seven-game road trip and are 18-8 in their last 26 overall. One issue with the Celtics slump is the play of their younger rookies who's production have fallen. Doc Rivers is returning to Boston once again and gets the ring. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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02-14-18 | Pacers v. Nets +4.5 | 108-103 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 53 m | Show | |
Indiana at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Pacers- The Pacers have already defeated the Nets three times this season and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings (6-0 straight-up) and 12-5 ATS in the last 17 meetings as visitor. Brooklyn is in the mist of a six-game losing streak as they have fallen behind early and have had to fight back from double-digit deficits. Brooklyn has one of the better ATS records in the NBA despite their current negative run as they are 33-25 ATS in the season. Tonight with the points take BROOKLYN! |
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02-13-18 | Cavs v. Thunder -120 | 120-112 | Loss | -120 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Thunder- Is this where the true test starts? The Cavaliers have now won their last three and with the fresh influx of youth and 'giddy-up' in LeBron's step are they 'back.' Playing is Oklahoma City should be a tough experience as in the past (4-9 ATS last 13 in OKC) but the Thunder are have some problems...health problems. Both Westbrook and Anthony have missed the past two games but expect to return tonight, but the bigger problem might be replacing Andre Roberson as they have tried three different players in his spot going 1-4 in the last five. But this time its the THUNDER! |
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02-13-18 | Hawks +7.5 v. Bucks | 92-97 | Win | 100 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Bucks- 'Break-up the Bucks,' is that the chant I am hearing after Milwaukee posted their eighth win in their last 10 games since Jason Kidd was jettisoned and Joe Prunty (who?) took over as head coach. Atlanta has one of the worst straight-up road records in the NBA but with 'Vegas' being the equalizer they are 13-12-2 ATS where as the Bucks are 18-9 at home but just 9-15-3 ATS as hosts. For some reason it appears the Hawks have the Bucks number as they are 6-1 ATS in the last six meetings overall and 8-1 ATS in the last nine meets in Milwaukee. Take ATLANTA! |
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02-13-18 | Rockets v. Wolves +3 | Top | 126-108 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 34 m | Show |
Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- two impressive NBA win streaks are on the line tonight as the Timberwolves who have won 13 straight at home and have the leagues best home record at 23-6 while Houston has won their last eight overall. Rockets took the season's first meetings at home defeating the Wolves 116-98 and tis is the first of back-to back meetings. Minnesota is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and is now an underdog at home. This time around the T'wolves get it done. Take MINNESOTA! |
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02-12-18 | Spurs +4.5 v. Jazz | 99-101 | Win | 100 | 10 h 57 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Utah 9:00 ET Spurs (+) over Jazz- This is one of those games that I must admit I am relying on 'instinct' as I see the Spurs as the 'side' here because the 'numbers' don't back me up. Utah is playing their best ball of the season and is in the mist of a nine-game winning streak while San Antonio is off their loss at Golden State has already lost a pair of meetings against the Jazz this season. The Spurs will not be a full strength and without LaMarcus Aldridge I expect Utah will try and pound the ball inside where they have outscored their last two opponents 102-60. Pop will come up with something. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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02-12-18 | Clippers v. Nets +4.5 | 114-101 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 30 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Clippers- The Nets are losing and losing bad, five straight at last count while the Clippers are looking to get their feet on firm ground after their blockbuster trade that sent All-Star Blake Griffin to Detroit. Brooklyn is off a double OT home loss to the Pelicans but trailed at one point by 28 points. Los Angeles was blown out by the 76ers Saturday a day after they won an emotional victory at Detroit. The last time these two played in Brooklyn the Nets prevailed 127-122 in double overtime. The Nets haven't had much success against the rest of the NBA but they are 16-1 ATS in theĀ last 17 meetings as hosts. Take the N-E-T-S! |