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04-25-17 | Thunder v. Rockets -7.5 | Top | 99-105 | Loss | -103 | 13 h 52 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Thunder- All season long I have had problems playing 'on' the Thunder believing that one man can not defeat five players. On Sunday, I thought that Russell Westbrook's supporting cast could do enough to win at home in critical Game 4...I was wrong! The trouble here is that Westbrook can take his team just so far and if he doesn't have a clutch 4th quarter Oklahoma City has no chance. One can make the point that the Rockets are just 1-5 ATS in their last six home games but we see that the Thunder are just 3-13 ATS in their last 16 trips to Houston. Take the ROCKETS! |
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04-24-17 | Bucks v. Raptors -6 | 93-118 | Win | 100 | 11 h 15 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Toronto 7:00 ET Raptors (-) over Bucks- After Sunday's debacle it's difficult to post anything with much confidence but we will forge ahead just the same. It appears that the Raptors have 'righted the ship' so to speak as DeMar DeRozan returned to form. After getting shut out from the field in Game 3 DeRozan show why he is an All-star by scoring 33 points in Game 4. Milwaukee's budding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is starting to show signs of wear and tear as this series gets more physical each game. Returning home should help the Raptors 3-point shooting which at 31.3 percent. Take TORONTO! |
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04-23-17 | Clippers +2.5 v. Jazz | 98-105 | Loss | -103 | 13 h 41 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Utah 9:00 ET Clippers (-) over Jazz- Here 'we' go again. Friday, I explained how much I like the Jazz and don't really care too much for the Clippers and yet posted the winner with Los Angeles. Now, am I going to the well too often? Not, really because it's just the second time but I still feel uneasy. The Blake Griffin situation brings more doubt into the equation. Still, the Clippers are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings in Salt Lake City and they are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games against teams with a home winning record. It looks difficult but they are the side...at least for me! Take LOS ANGELES! |
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04-23-17 | Celtics v. Bulls +3 | 104-95 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 10 m | Show | |
Boston at Chicago 6:30 ET Bulls (+) over Celtics- When the Game 3 price opened with Chicago the favorite we told the 0-2 (series) Celtics who ran to the favorite and the ran the Bulls off the floor. Now, Boston has opened the favorite and the 'running of the Bulls' will be headed in the opposite direction. The trends for this contest point one one direction. To start with the Celtics are 0-4 ATS in their last four games following an ATS win, they are 1-6 ATS after a win by 10 points or more and finally Boston is 4-10-1 ATS in their last 15 meetings in the 'Windy City.' I could also add that Chicago is 7-0 ATS in their last seven games following a straight-up loss. It may be hard to do but...take the BULLS! |
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04-23-17 | Rockets v. Thunder -112 | Top | 113-109 | Loss | -112 | 7 h 9 m | Show |
Houston at Oklahoma City 3:30 ET Thunder over Rockets- From what Ive seen so far the Thunder have had the best of it in nine of the 12 quarters play so far. But, that most important 4th quarter has belonged to Houston which has them up 2-1. The Rockets are now 0-5 ATS in their last five games following a straight-up loss but they are 6-0 ATS in their last six meetings in Oklahoma City and 11-2 ATS in the last 13 meetings. OKC may have lost the game ATS but they still gained a boatload of confidence just posting that win. A close win at that...that will help down the stretch. I'm on the THUNDER! |
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04-22-17 | Warriors v. Blazers +6.5 | Top | 119-113 | Win | 100 | 15 h 23 m | Show |
Golden State at Portland 10:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- I know this will be a tough on to take after what we have all witnessed the two games of this series. It has not gone like the No.1 versus No. 8 series between Boston and Chicago as it has gone the way most expect a No.1 seed to dominate a No. 8 seed. Even without Kevin Durant (they played plenty without him this season) their was little adjustment needed. The Warriors started to turn it on with about 10 games remaining and have gone 5-0 both straight-up and ATS in their last five road games. They have also had success in Portland going 11-5 ATS in their last 16 at the Moda Center. But, with that being said I see all to often when a team gets humiliated like that on national TV they come back with a focus and a purpose that is difficult to deal with. The Trailblazers are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following an ATS loss. Take PORTLAND! |
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04-22-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +4 | 108-110 | Win | 100 | 13 h 46 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- Many will see the Grizzlies win Thursday night was just one of the anomalies that happen and that San Antonio will simply come-to-play Saturday and win easily. Because, how can they lose again...maybe it will be the officiating that will spell the difference. The Spurs maybe well rested as none of their five starters played more then 30 minutes in the loss but they didn't play well. Memphis had lost 10 straight post-season games before Thursday's win and the liked the way it felt. The Grizzlies are growling and brimming with confidence as they are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings at home and 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings overall. Take the MEMPHIS! |
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04-22-17 | Raptors +2.5 v. Bucks | 87-76 | Win | 100 | 8 h 49 m | Show | |
Toronto at Milwaukee 3:00 ET Raptors over Bucks- This really pains me because of how much I like the Bucks and dislike the Raptors. (I mean as far as teams go) Toronto fell into that woe-is-me attitude after missing some early shots and never played hard enough to get back into after Milwaukee built and early lead. (See Cavaliers) All-Nothing guard DeMar DeRozan failed to make a basket from the field and Kyle Lowry said they can recover because the the terrible feeling their performance left them with. I know that the Bucks are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and believe it's time for the Raptors to go on the attack. Take TORONTO! |
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04-21-17 | Clippers -110 v. Jazz | 111-106 | Win | 100 | 13 h 9 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Utah 10:00 ET Clippers over Utah- Now, I know what I am watching and what I see is that the Jazz look better and play better than this Los Angeles team. Yes, the series is tied at 1-1 but the Clippers have yet to 'cover' and still somehow are favored in Salt Lake City where Utah is 29-12 on the season. These two have the exact same record and the Clippers are just 22-19 on the road. My point is, why have the bookmakers made L.A. the favorite as slight as it might be in this playoff game. The most likely reason is that Utah center Rudy Gobert remains questionable after injuring his knee in Game 1. When you realize LA is 7-18-1 ATS in their last 26 meetings in Utah it makes me think. Take L.A. CLIPPERS! |
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04-21-17 | Rockets +2.5 v. Thunder | 113-115 | Win | 100 | 13 h 43 m | Show | |
Houston at Oklahoma City 9:30 ET Rockets (+) over Thunder- Houston is not having trouble winning games but they are having difficulty 'covering' games going 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games overall. But, when they play in Oklahoma City they raise their effort to get it done as they are 5-0 ATS in their last five games on Oklahoma and 10-2 ATS in their last 12 meetings. Of course most believe that ball-hog and triple-double king Russell Westbrook is just so good that he can carry the Thunder on his back. Well, guess what the last triple-double ball hog Oscar Robertson never won anything either. (EVER!) James Harden can post triple-double of his own and has more team support. Take HOUSTON! |
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04-21-17 | Celtics +1.5 v. Bulls | Top | 104-87 | Win | 100 | 10 h 15 m | Show |
Boston at Chicago 7:00 ET Celtics (+) over Bulls- Entering this series their was so much talk of how the Celtics under Brad Stevens leadership are 2-10 in the playoffs and haven't won a road playoff game. Well, he better win one quick after Boston's 'home' performances in the first two NBA playoff games. The No. 1 seed is down 0-2 and were totally out-played by the Bulls who had to win a tie-breaker over Miami to qualify for the post-season. Adding fuel to the fire Boston isn just 9-19-2 ATS in their last 30 meetings against the Bulls and 3-10-1 ATS in their last 14 games in Chicago. Yep, I know it, but I also know that of the Celtics don't win here they are toast. Take BOSTON! |
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04-20-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +4 | Top | 94-105 | Win | 100 | 12 h 22 m | Show |
San Antonio at Memphis 9:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- If Memphis is to have any chance of getting past the Spurs (fat chance) they will have to score more then 82 points which they posted in both Games 1 & 2 as the trail the series 0-2. The hoards who believe that it is Kawhi Leonard who is the MVP have been supported by his play making ALL 28 free throws that he has attempted while scoring 69 points in the two games. Memphis who was 2-0 at home against San Antonio during the regular season but are 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall. This time the Grizzlies compete four 48 minutes. Take MEMPHIS! |
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04-20-17 | Raptors +1.5 v. Bucks | 77-104 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
Toronto at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Raptors (+) over Bucks- The 'Greek Freak' destroyed the Raptors in Game 1 as Milwaukee posted an upset win but, in Game 2 Toronto made the necessary adjustments not allowing him room in the paint and recored a 106-100 win. Although the series in now tied 1-1 the Raptors are 0-2 ATS and have their work cut out for themselves to survive here. Milwaukee hasn't won a playoff series since 2001 and are just 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings at home. Add that the Raptors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games gives the reptiles the edge. Take TORONTO! |
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04-20-17 | Cavs v. Pacers +3 | 119-114 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 34 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Cavaliers- Before this series started it was LeBron James that called out his teammates and after starting the series 0-2 it is the Pacers' Paul George that has called out his teammates for their effort and performance. Lance Stephenson, Myles Turner and C.J Miles were the brunt of his frustration as as Indiana lost its composure. The Cavaliers J.R. Smith will most likely miss this contest due to a hamstring injury as Indiana has the home court advantage. Yes, it is Indiana that is 29-12 at home while the Cavs are under .500 on the road at 20-21 straight-up. As a matter of fact Cleveland is just 2-10-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings and 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight meetings in Indiana. Take the PACERS! |
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04-19-17 | Blazers v. Warriors -13.5 | 81-110 | Win | 100 | 13 h 19 m | Show | |
Portland at Golden State 10:30 ET Warriors (-) over Trailblazers- Golden State has so many super-stars with Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson and yet it was Draymond Green who dominated play with 19 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists, five blocks and three steals in their 121-109 loss in Game 1. Portland has two dynamic guards in Daminan Lillard who scored 34 points in Game 1 and CJ McCollum had 41 but the rest of the team scored just 34. Portland always seems to struggle on the road where they are 16-27 and are 7-20 ATS in their last 27 meetings in Golden State. Lay-it! Take the WARRIORS! |
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04-19-17 | Thunder +8 v. Rockets | Top | 111-115 | Win | 100 | 11 h 47 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Houston 8:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- There were no triple-doubles in Game 1 between James Harden and Russell Westbrook as the Rockets ran past Oklahoma City in the second half and won by 31 points. Not only was Westbrook shooting poorly (6-23) and turning the ball over (9) but the Thunder were out-rebounded 56-41 in Sunday's 118-87 loss. The two MVP candidates will once again give it their all but Oklahoma City is in a pressure situation. Houston who beats the Rockets like a drum (10-1 ATS in last 11) but they haven't done it of late going 1-9 ATS in their last 10 overall. Take THUNDER! |
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04-19-17 | Hawks +5.5 v. Wizards | Top | 101-109 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 50 m | Show |
Atlanta at Washington 7:00 ET Hawks (+) over Wizards- After Game 1 a 114-107 win by Washington the Hawks were complaining that the Wizards were playing tough and fouling every chance they got. Atlanta went to the free throw line 39 times and don't like that because they are so weak on fundamentals like shooting free throws. Now, which is better the Hawks getting fouled or the Grizzlies against the Spurs not getting any calls. Maybe if Atlanta didn't commit 21 turnovers they would have a chance. The NBA's most-over-rated player Dwight Howard scored just seven points Sunday and will have to step it up here. Ha, I think he will. Take the HAWKS! |
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04-18-17 | Jazz v. Clippers -9 | 91-99 | Loss | -105 | 13 h 44 m | Show | |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (-) over Jazz- The Jazz jumped out to a 1-0 series lead after Joe Johnson hit a buzzer-beating shot that gave the Jazz a 97-95 win. But, the news wasn't all good for Utah as they lost center Rudy Gobert for at least Game 2 with a knee injury. Granted the Jazz played most of the entire game without him in the line-up but now the Clippers know what they have to contend with. Despite the loss the Clippers are 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings and with Gobert out they will get it right here. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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04-18-17 | Bulls +7 v. Celtics | 111-97 | Win | 100 | 10 h 8 m | Show | |
Chicago at Boston 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Celtics- Maybe Boston was the No. 1 seed in the East but they are considered the 'weakest' 1-seed ever in NBA Playoff history. Now, maybe the Celtics will bounce-back here especially after after they way they blew Game 1 but they are 1-7 ATS in their last eight home games. Boston appears to have a home court advantage as they are 30-12 straight-up at home, but only 17-15 ATS. Take CHICAGO! |
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04-18-17 | Bucks v. Raptors -7.5 | Top | 100-106 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 11 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Toronto 7:00 ET Raptors (-) over Bucks- The Bucks had lost 13 of their last 15 regular season games came out with a dominating 97-83 win over the Raptors in Game 1 of their Playoff series. Toronto managed just 32 pints in the second half as Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo was 13-of-18 scoring 28 points. Game 2 of any playoff series can be tricky but Toronto is 4-0 ATS in their last four games following a straight-up loss and they are still 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings against the Bucks. Take TORONTO! |
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04-17-17 | Grizzlies v. Spurs -11 | 82-96 | Win | 100 | 12 h 44 m | Show | |
Memphis at San Antonio 9:30 ET Spurs (-) over Grizzlies- The Spurs who were trailing the Grizzlies by 14-points in the first quarter turned it around by not allowing more then 19 points in any of the remaining three quarters as the posted a 111-82 romp over Memphis. The San Antonio guards just dominated as the Grizzlies' guards Vince Carter (imagine he is a starter) and Wayne Sheldon totaled just nine points between them. The Spurs ran past Memphis so fast that only two of their players put in more then 25 minutes of playing time. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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04-17-17 | Pacers v. Cavs -7.5 | Top | 111-117 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Indiana and Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (-) over Pacers- After dominating play and shooting the 'lights' out of the ball the Cavaliers failed to 'cover' in Game 1 of their series because of poor foul shooting (52%). The Cavaliers blew a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter but still managed a 109-108 victory. Lance Stephenson who has played just seven games this season (Pacers signed him with six games remaining in the regular season) always seems to play well when he's up against LeBron James and had 16 points in Game 1. The Pacers are now just 13-28 on the road and will suffer once more tonight. Take CLEVELAND! |
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04-16-17 | Thunder v. Rockets -7 | 87-118 | Win | 100 | 13 h 17 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Houston 9:00 ET Rockets (-) over Thunder- Most believe that the MVP of the league will be playing in this contest with the Triple-double rooters believe in ball hog Russell Westbrook while other believe in James Harden. We will save that argument for another time as LeBron takes over in the Playoffs. Harden was second in scoring (29.1) to Westbrook but led the NBA in assists (11.2) while averaging 8.1 rebounds while the Rockets won won the last three meetings straight-up. Oklahoma City is just 1-9 ATS in the last 10 meetings and are 1-5 ATS in Houston. Take the ROCKETS! |
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04-16-17 | Bulls v. Celtics -6 | 106-102 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 36 m | Show | |
Chicago at Boston 6:30 ET Celtics (-) over Bulls- Chicago made it into the playoffs by winning their final two game by a combined 86 points over Orlando and Brooklyn. The Bulls will find the going a bit tougher here as Boston is 4-0 ATS at home against them in their last four meetings. Both of those final two crushing wins for Chicago came at home but on the road they are only 16-26. These two met five weeks ago in Boston and the Celtics run over and through the Bulls 100-80. Expect more of the same. Take BOSTON! |
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04-16-17 | Hawks +5 v. Wizards | Top | 107-114 | Loss | -105 | 5 h 18 m | Show |
Atlanta at Washington 1:00 ET Hawks (+) over Wizards- Washington had one of the great runs in the NBA this season but finished losing five of their last eight and ended up with the No. 4 seed and will host Atlanta who is the No. 5 seed. Atlanta turned it on at the end of the regular season winning four straight until they 'rested' keys players in their season ending loss. The Hawks had dropped eight of nine without All-star Paul Millsap before turning it around the last five games when he returned to the lineup. Hawks fly here. Take ALTANTA! |
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04-15-17 | Jazz +6 v. Clippers | 97-95 | Win | 100 | 15 h 43 m | Show | |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Jazz (+) over Clippers- This has been a one-sided series for years as the Clippers have won 18 of the last 20 meetings. However, Utah is 18-6 with Derrick Favors, who missed 31 games in the line-up. Los Angeles has won seven straight entering the playoffs while the Jazz have won seven of their last nine entering the playoffs. In an oddity both teams have the exact same home and road record at 29-12 at home and 22-19 on the road. The Clippers have more flash but the Jazz play better defense. Take UTAH! |
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04-15-17 | Grizzlies v. Spurs -9 | 82-111 | Win | 100 | 12 h 10 m | Show | |
Memphis at San Antonio 8:00 ET Spurs (-) over Grizzlies- Like the Cavaliers San Antonio come limping into the playoffs losing their last three and four of the last five. These two split their four games this season but the Spurs have defeated Memphis two of the three times that they have met in the playoffs. The Grizzlies losers of their last two are just 19-22 on the road while San Antonio is 31-10 at home. Although the Grizzlies are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings they will fall here. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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04-15-17 | Pacers v. Cavs -8.5 | Top | 108-109 | Loss | -102 | 7 h 3 m | Show |
Indiana at Cleveland 3:30 ET Cavaliers (-) over Pacers- Oh boy, I can't tell you how much I like this bet! Here are the Cavaliers who had the top seed sewed up with four games to go and went on the lose their last four and ended up the No. 2 seed. Indiana has won five of six with Lance Stephenson in the lineup and he as he has shown in the past has no fear going up against LeBron James. The Pacers struggled on defense ranked 20th and Cleveland leads the NBA in 3-point percentage and 3-pointers made per game (13). The Cavaliers have won three of four against Indiana and they win here. Take CLEVELAND! |
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04-12-17 | 76ers -2 v. Knicks | Top | 113-114 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 42 m | Show |
Philadelphia at New York 8:00 ET 76ers over Knicks- So, who is happier that the season is ending the Knicks or the 76ers? I believe I know as New York quit on the season some time in early February whereas Philadelphia has fought hard night after night. The 76ers have won two-of-three meetings this season and are 23-17 ATS on the road this year. New York has been talking about the off-season for months and now they get a chance to play golf. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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04-10-17 | Rockets v. Clippers -7 | Top | 96-125 | Win | 100 | 11 h 59 m | Show |
Houston at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (-) over Rockets- The Houston Rockets have shown the biggest improvement of all NBA teams this season and I need not go into the details. They are 'locked' into the No. 3 seed in the West and close their season at home against Minnesota on Wednesday. So,don't expect much out of the Rockets tonight as James Harden get a chance to rehab his sore wrist and is expected to 'rest' Lou Williams. The Clippers are tied with Utah for the fourth playoff spot and although the Rockets have dominated LA this season winning both meetings by a combined 43 points but will bring intensity into tonight contest. Take CLIPPERS! |
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04-10-17 | Spurs -4.5 v. Blazers | Top | 98-99 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 22 m | Show |
San Antonio at Portland 10:00 ET Spurs (-) over Trailblazers- Portland has put together a great run to make the playoffs as the final and No. 8 seed and get to play Golden State in the first round. The Trailblazers have been playing with huge intensity and now get to play without the pressure that they have been carrying for the last month. The Spurs are the other hand are 'locked' into their No. 3 spot and haven't been playing well and now coach Gregg Popovich says, 'nobody is going to rest.' Stange price to lay on the road but tonight it's the SPURS! |
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04-10-17 | Hornets v. Bucks -6.5 | 79-89 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (-) over Hornets- At first look at this matchup I would think about playing 'against' the club that just clinched a playoff spot and 'with' a team that has just be eliminated. Milwaukee has clinched a spot but just which seed we are no sure of as of yet. Charlotte believes it is a playoff team that just didn't make it and are already looking toward next season. This seems like a strong price to pay for the Bucks but it will be worth it although the Hornets are 6-0 ATS in their last six trips to Brew-City and the Bucks are 0-4 ATS in their last four home games. That all changes here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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04-08-17 | Clippers +3.5 v. Spurs | 98-87 | Win | 100 | 9 h 52 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at San Antonio 8:30 ET Clippers (+) over Spurs- San Antonio is locked-in to the second seed in the West and will be limiting minutes to their starters and fort he most part going their the motions the next three games. Los Angeles is on a four-game run and as long as the game has no real significant meaning they have a chance. With a win last night over Dallas it is good to note that the Spurs are 1-4 ATS in their last back-to-backs. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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04-08-17 | Celtics v. Hornets +2.5 | Top | 121-114 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 24 m | Show |
Boston at Charlotte 6:00 ET Hornets (+) over Celtics- Both these clubs have dropped their last two games and have lost out on their primary goals. Boston was in the top spot in the East before after getting wasted by Cleveland on Wednesday then got ambushed by Atlanta Thursday night. Charlotte dropped their last two to fall three games behind the final playoff spot and as of now have no pressure while the Celtics are down-trodden and beatable right now. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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04-08-17 | Bulls v. Nets +3 | 106-107 | Win | 100 | 5 h 30 m | Show | |
Chicago at Brooklyn 5:00 ET Nets (+) over Bulls- The Bulls who are fighting for a playoff spot have what they think is an easy road their final three games playing the NBA's worst (Nets) twice and Orlando and could rally to the fifth seed. But, not so fast my friend, Brooklyn has posted wins in six of their last 10 games overall and four of their last five games at home. The Nets are looking to finish strong and will prove a difficult appointment. Take BROOKLYN! |
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04-07-17 | Spurs v. Mavs -5 | Top | 102-89 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 21 m | Show |
San Antonio at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (-) over Spurs- We are all aware of teams 'tanking' and giving multiple players 'rest' in the same game but the Spurs position here is acceptable. San Antonio is 'locked-into' the No. 2 seed behind Golden State and they are also the No. 2 seed overall. In their last contest against the Lakers on Wednesday when Kawhi Leonard, center Pau Gasol and LeMarcus Aldridge saw only 18 minutes of action with others sitting the game out completely. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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04-07-17 | Heat +5.5 v. Raptors | 94-96 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
Miami at Toronto 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Raptors- Miami has their playoff fate in front of them as they fight for one of two spots with Chicago and Indiana and play the top four teams in the East starting with this visit to Toronto. The Heat were streaking for over two months but have cooled-off a bit going 5-5 in their last 10. The Raptors are 'locked' into the 3rd seed in the East and have won nine of their last 11. Toronto is 6-2 as hosts against Miami including 2-of-3 this season but will be just cruising until the playoffs. Take the HEAT! |
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04-07-17 | Hawks v. Cavs -11.5 | 114-100 | Loss | -109 | 7 h 25 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Cleveland 7:30 ET Cavaliers (-) over Hawks- I'm coming off two big wins involving these two clubs with the Hawks winning our Megabucks release last night over Boston and the Cavaliers win over the same Celtics the night before. The difference is Cleveland plays with some pride while Atlanta who is gloating over last night's win will sleep walk here tonight. Take CLEVELAND! |
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04-06-17 | Celtics v. Hawks +2 | Top | 116-123 | Win | 100 | 9 h 11 m | Show |
Boston at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Celtics- I know that the Hawks are sliding backwards losing nine of their last 11 but have welcomed the return of All-star forward Paul Millsap who is furious with the team's loss to the league worst club (Brooklyn) last time out. The Celtics were completely destroyed by the Cavaliers last night a loss that will have some Impact as reality sets in. Most will believe that Boston will bounce-back from yesterday's loss but I'm betting on the bang-bang theory and expect them to lose again. Take ATLANTA! |
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04-06-17 | Bulls v. 76ers +6.5 | 102-90 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 15 m | Show | |
Chicago at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Bulls- The Bulls had reeled off four-straight wins before getting ambushed by the Knicks in New York on Tuesday and now go the Philadelphia to face the 76ers who have dropped their last four including a 141-118 beating by the lowly Nets, their worst performance of the season. I expect the 76ers who are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a loss by 10-points or more will put up a fight until the final buzzer tonight. Take PHILADEPHIA! |
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04-06-17 | Nets +2.5 v. Magic | Top | 107-115 | Loss | -102 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Orlando 7:00 ET Nets (+) over Magic- Brooklyn the NBA's worst team (by far) is in the mist of a three-game winning streak their longest of the season. Including in the streak is a 121-111 home win over Orlando last Sunday and a 141-118 pounding of the 76ers. Orlando had won the five previous meetings and are 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings in Orlando. The Magic have dropped their last five games going 0-5 ATS and are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 and will be without forward Jeff Green. The Nets haven't quit and are the side once again. Take BROOKLYN! |
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04-05-17 | Thunder v. Grizzlies -118 | 103-100 | Loss | -118 | 8 h 16 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies over Thunder- The Memphis Grizzlies have finished their road schedule this season and will play their remaining four games at home where they have won their last four. The storyline here will be Russell Westbrook who needs one more triple-double to break Oscar Robertson's 50 year old NBA record. Oklahoma City will play their next four on the road before closing the season with a home game and they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five games in Memphis. The Grizzlies have dropped their last two without Marc Gasol who returns tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |
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04-05-17 | Raptors v. Pistons -110 | Top | 105-102 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 44 m | Show |
Toronto at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons over Raptors- A pair of clubs trending in opposite directions face-off as the desperate Pistons struggle to reach the playoffs but have dropped nine of their last 11 while Toronto has won eight of their last 10 with a beating last night at Indiana. The Raptors had an issue at the end of last night's game when they stopped playing and quit the game but the Pacers did not. Detroit won't quit tonight as they post a victory. Take the PISTONS! |
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04-05-17 | Heat +2 v. Hornets | 112-99 | Win | 100 | 7 h 27 m | Show | |
Miami at Charlotte 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Hornets- I don't like the fact or the way the Hornets lost last night to the Wizards as they blew a 12-point halftime lead falling 118-111. Miami who has had a terrific three months has dropped their last two contests and have fallen into ninth place and are a half-game out of the final playoff spot and 1.5-games behind Charlotte. This game is just so big for Miami that I can't pass them up. Take the HEAT! |
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04-04-17 | Bulls v. Knicks +4 | 91-100 | Win | 100 | 9 h 53 m | Show | |
Chicago at New York 8:00 ET Knicks (+) over Bulls- After a rough patch when most people gave-up on the Bulls, they have fought back winning their last four while New York has lost 10 of their last 13. The Knicks caught a break when it was announced that 'over-rated' Derrick Rose was out the remainder of the season and with (ball stopper) Carmelo Anthony's playing time reduced New York is better off. New York is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings in New York. Take the KNICKS! |
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04-04-17 | Hornets +4 v. Wizards | Top | 111-118 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 0 m | Show |
Charlotte at Washington 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Wizards- After putting together two of the best months in the NBA season Washington has fallen off a bit of late losing their last three and are 3-7 ATS in their last 10. Charlotte on the other hand has won their last three and 7-of-9 both straight-up and ATS. The Hornets sit in 10th place in the East but are just one-game behind Miami for the eighth and final playoff spot. Although Charlotte is 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings they are off a 98-93 home win over the Wizards in their last encounter. Washington is 0-7 ATS after a straight-up loss. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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04-04-17 | Nets +1 v. 76ers | Top | 141-118 | Win | 100 | 8 h 56 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Nets (+) over 76ers- At the end of February the Nets had lost 16 in-a-row and were 40-games under .500 at 9-49. Since that point Brooklyn is a respectable 9-10 (for them) as center Brook Lopez has led the way as the Nets have gone 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games. Philadelphia has won all three meetings this season and yet comes up such a meager favorite at home. The Nets Jeremy Lin should have 'free rein' as 76ers guard Sergio Rodriguez will be sidelined. Take BROOKLYN. |
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04-03-17 | Blazers v. Wolves -118 | Top | 109-110 | Win | 100 | 9 h 33 m | Show |
Portland at Minnesota 7:00 ET Timberwolves over Trailblazers- Portland has finally reached the break-even mark with six straight wins and now have a full 2.5-game lead over Denver for the final playoff spot in the West with six games to play. Minnesota who is off a loss to Sacramento has officially eliminated from the playoffs but that won't keep them from putting forth a huge effort here. The Trailblazers have won six of the past seven in the series but will struggle tonight. Take MINNESOTA! |
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04-02-17 | Hawks v. Nets +2.5 | 82-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 40 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Brooklyn 6:00 ET Nets over Hawks- Last Sunday these two met right here in Brooklyn and the Nets prevailed with a 107-92 victory as a 6.5-point underdog. This time around Atlanta is favored by just a bucket as they have been devalued after dropping eight of their last 11 with All-star Paul Milsap missing the last eight gams due to injury. Brooklyn who allowed 111 points in yesterday's win are 5-0 ATS in their last five games after allowing 100 points. Take the NETS! |
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04-02-17 | Jazz +5.5 v. Spurs | 103-109 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 13 m | Show | |
Utah at San Antonio 3:30 ET Jazz (+) over Spurs- It is not beyond the realm of thought that the Spurs who are 3.5 games behind Golden State for the overall best record in the NBA with six games to play will 'rest' or sleepwalk through this contest. San Antonio won six of seven games but lost ground to the Warriors who are on a 10-game winning streak. Utah who is 2-7 in their last seven on the road has struggled here and are just 7-19-1 ATS in San Antonio but have split two meetings this season. This time around it's...UTAH! |
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04-02-17 | Hornets +5.5 v. Thunder | 113-101 | Win | 100 | 3 h 27 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Oklahoma City 3:00 ET Hornets (+) over Thunder- Even after two straight wins Charlotte is still out of the playoff hunt two games behind Miami, Chicago and Indiana with six games to go. Oklahoma City has clinch a playoff spot and are sitting on a six seed. The Hornets made 17 3-pointers Friday in their 122-114 win at Denver but have struggled in OKC where they are 1-9-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings. This time around Frank Kaminsky, Kemba Walker and Marvin Williams will provide enough to spark and points to get the money. Take the HORNETS! |
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04-01-17 | Suns v. Blazers -11 | 117-130 | Win | 100 | 12 h 31 m | Show | |
Phoenix at Portland 10:00 ET Trailblazers (-) over Suns- Can they be passing each other any faster? The Suns who are tanking for the overall No. 1 pick have lost 10 straight while the 'red-hot' Trailblazers have won their last five going 5-0 ATS moving into a 1.5 game lead for the final playoff spot in the West. Phoenix who is concerned with player development established an NBA record for the youngest team to take the floor in an NBA game will be out-classed once again. Take PORTLAND! |
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04-01-17 | Magic +3 v. Nets | 111-121 | Loss | -101 | 8 h 34 m | Show | |
Orlando at Brooklyn 6:00 ET Magic (+) over Nets- The two bottom feeders in the East meet in Brooklyn where the improving Nets will host Orlando. The Magic have lost eight of the last 11 after blowing 13-point third quarter lead and losing to the Celtics 117-116 while the Nets also lost by one their last time out to the Pistons 90-89. Orlando who already own three wins over the Nets this season are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings in Brooklyn and 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Take ORLANDO! |
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04-01-17 | Hawks v. Bulls -4.5 | 104-106 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 37 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Chicago 5:00 ET Bulls (+) over Hawks- Atlanta has responded with two straight wins after losing seven straight and have a chance to finish the No. 5 seed with just seven games remaining. The Hawks All-star power forward Paul Milsap has missed the last seven games and is not expected to play this weekend while Bulls power forward Jimmy Butler is averaging 27 points and 9.6 assists the last five games. Chicago is 0-3 against the Hawks this season and look to post their first win over them today. Take CHICAGO! |
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03-31-17 | Mavs +4 v. Grizzlies | Top | 90-99 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 23 m | Show |
Dallas at Memphis 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Grizzlies- The Mavericks were making a move of the final playoffs spot but three straight losses have put a damper on their hopes as they find themselves three full games off the pace. Dallas has taken four of the last five meetings (4-1 ATS) with the loss a 80-64 beat down in November when the Mavs were without Dirk Nowitzki and now the Grizzlies are without center Marc Gasol. Memphis is pretty much 'locked' into their playoff seed and are just waiting for the playoffs to start. Take DALLAS! |
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03-31-17 | 76ers v. Cavs -9.5 | 105-122 | Win | 100 | 8 h 6 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Cleveland 7:30 ET Cavaliers (-) over 76ers- Are they sure that they have the right team favored here? Nah, not really but the way Cleveland is playing basketball especially defense has them looking like a team in trouble, not the team with the best record in the East. (actually a half game behind Boston) The Cavaliers are just 6-10 in March and are off another dismal performance last night a 99-93 loss to Chicago but have defeated the 76ers eight straight times although Philly is 17-5 ATS in the last 22 meetings. Having dropped their last three games the Cavaliers are in need of a big effort here. Take CLEVELAND! |
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03-31-17 | Pacers +6 v. Raptors | 100-111 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Indiana at Toronto 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Raptors- Indiana who has lost their last two games have dropped four of their last five contests and have not won back-to-back games since early February. The last time this two met 12 days ago in Toronto the Raptors 'pounded' the Pacers off the boards maintaining a 51-33 advantage while posting a 116-91 win. Although Indiana is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings the Raptors are 24-10 ATS in the last 34 meetings in Toronto. Does all that matter...not this time out. Take INDIANA! |
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03-30-17 | Rockets v. Blazers +1.5 | Top | 107-117 | Win | 100 | 12 h 51 m | Show |
Houston at Portland 10:35 ET Trailblazers (+) over Rockets- Houston has defeated Portland in both meetings so far averaging 128 points with James Harden leading the way with 32 points, 12 assists and seven rebounds winning by 16.5 points a game. Right now, the Trailblazers are the hottest team in the NBA winning 12 of 15 games in March and hold a one-game lead over Denver for the final playoff spot in the West. Harden put up his 20th triple-double against Golden State Tuesday night but it was obvious to viewers that Harden is 'hurting' as he injured is left wrist. That may be the difference tonight. Take PORTLAND! |
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03-30-17 | Cavs v. Bulls +6 | 93-99 | Win | 100 | 9 h 23 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Chicago 8:30 ET Bulls (+) over Cavaliers- The World Champion Cavaliers are limping into the playoffs going 6-9 in March and are off an embarrassing 103-74 loss to the Spurs on Monday. Cleveland was struggling on both ends of the floor as they looked slow and heavy as they now hold a one-game lead in the loss column over Boston for the top spot in the East. The Cavs are 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven games and are just 7-22 ATS in their last 29 meetings against the Bulls and are 2-5 ATS in Chicago. Take the BULLS! |
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03-30-17 | Nets +5.5 v. Pistons | 89-90 | Win | 100 | 9 h 41 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Detroit 7:35 ET Nets (+) over Pistons- Detroit stands behind Miami for the final playoff spot in the East but are having difficulties winning 'close' games as their free throw shooting is terrible down the stretch of games when it is needed most. Brooklyn has by far the worst record in the NBA but their not tanking because their top draft pick is going to the Boston Celtics. As a matter of fact the Nets have won three of their last five while the Pistons have now dropped their last five games and 8-of-9 while Brooklyn is 8-2 ATS in their last 10 meetings including two wins in New York this season. Take BROOKLYN! |
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03-29-17 | Heat v. Knicks +3.5 | 105-88 | Loss | -109 | 8 h 3 m | Show | |
Miami at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Heat- Miami came up with a big win last night in Detroit which kept them in the eighth playoff spot ahead of the Bulls. I would expect a let-down out of Miami after that late emotional win and they should be pretty cocky facing New York who they are 5-0 ATS in their last five meetings at Madison Square Garden and 9-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings overall. The Heat are an amazing 10-1 ATS in the second game of back-to-backs and are not expected to rest anybody. This time around with a well-rested Knicks squad they fall short. Take NEW YORK! |
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03-29-17 | Thunder v. Magic +6.5 | 114-106 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 36 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Thunder- If ever anyone wants to make the case for Russell Westbrook as the NBA MVP just take a close look at his last performance. He scored 12 points in the final two-minutes in a 14-0 run to close the game in their 92-91 win over Dallas on Monday. These two have met once this season with the Magic pulling off a 119-117 home win as a 10-point underdog despite Westbrook's triple-double with 41-points, 16 assists and 12 rebounds. OKC is 0-4 ATS in their last four meetings with the Magic and the Thunder could be distracted by their huge Monday win. Take ORLANDO! |
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03-29-17 | Hawks v. 76ers +1.5 | Top | 99-92 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers over Hawks- As long as any team that has Dwight Howard as their center is an imposter and won't winning anything that counts. Atlanta who just broke a seven-game losing streak beating Phoenix 95-91 last night has defeated the 76ers in the last six meetings and are 6-1 AST in their last seven meetings in Philadelphia. The 76ers return home after a five-game (2-3) road trip where they are 17-19 straight-up. But, their home advantage is really against the points where they are 15-2 ATS in their last 17 games playing as hosts. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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03-28-17 | Nuggets +2 v. Blazers | 113-122 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 5 m | Show | |
Denver at Portland 10:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Trailblazers- Here are two teams with the exact same record battling it out in the west where Portland who has won 11 of their last 14 are a meager favorite. Denver has dropped three of their last five to bring the teams even at this point but are 5-0 ATS in their last five road games. Nuggets coach Michael Malone was annoyed by his team's effort in their last to New Orleans last time out and I expect a huge effort from them this time out. Note, Denver is 5-2-1 ATS in their last eight meetings in Portland and get it done here. Take the NUGGETS! |
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03-28-17 | Warriors v. Rockets -115 | 113-106 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 8 m | Show | |
Golden State at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Warriors- Golden State who went through a period of adjustment when Kevin Durant went down and now after seven straight wins are one win away from reaching 60 once again. The Warriors have had the edge against Houston in the past but this is a different Rockets team although they are just 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings in Houston. The clubs have spilt their two meetings this season and with Houston 28-9 straight-up at home and the Warriors 16-21-1 ATS on the road I like my side. Take HOUSTON! |
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03-28-17 | Heat v. Pistons +2.5 | Top | 97-96 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show |
Miami at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Heat- I an really kind of annoyed at missing out on playing 'against' the Pistons last night in New York where the Knicks lead from start to finish winning 109-95. Detroit had reached .500 but have now lost four straight and 7-of-8 but play three of their next four at home where they are 23-14. Miami who is within three games of the break-even mark has dropped their last two and are 14-22 on the road. Add that the Heat are 1-4 ATS in their last five visits to Detroit gives me the Pistons. Take DETROIT! |
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03-27-17 | Thunder v. Mavs +2 | Top | 92-91 | Win | 100 | 9 h 60 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City has the most exciting player in the NBA with Russell Westbrook who has posted 36 triple-doubles this season breaking all-time NBA record for a single season. But, most of the good things that can be said of the Thunder pretty much end there. Granted OKC is secure in their playoff position but they have not played well away from home and that spells trouble in the Playoffs as they will be seeded 5th or lower and will not have any home court advantage. The Thunder are 14-21 on the road (3rd worse among playoff teams) and have dropped eight of their last 10 as visitors. Take DALLAS! |
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03-27-17 | Cavs +5 v. Spurs | 74-103 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 43 m | Show | |
Cleveland at San Antonio 8:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Spurs- San Antonio has been the model of consistency for as long as Greg Popovich has been their leader the last 21 seasons while the Cavaliers have only been on the leader board since the arrival of LeBron James. Cleveland 'has had to deal with various injuries to numerous players and have fallen into a tie with Boston for the top spot in the East while dropping three-of-five. The Spurs have won their last four but are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 following a straight-up win. The Cavaliers will get Iman Shumpert back for this contest and his added depth will help. Take CLEVELAND! |
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03-27-17 | Magic +9 v. Raptors | 112-131 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 6 m | Show | |
Orlando at Toronto 7:30 ET Magic (+) over Raptors- 'Yes, I am the great imposter,' that is the way I feel about the Toronto Raptors and although they are on a five-game winning streak and 15 games over .500 I don't believe that they are going anywhere when the playoffs start. Orlando has won three of their last four and are 6-1 ATS in their last seven meetings against the Raptors. The Magic have won the last two meetings outright including a 114-113 win in Toronto in late January and are 18-18 ATS on the road. Take ORLANDO! |
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03-26-17 | Blazers v. Lakers +6.5 | 97-81 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 30 m | Show | |
Portland at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Lakers (+) over Trailblazers- Portland by winning five of their last six have moved within one-game of eighth-place Denver finishing a three-game home stand last night with a 112-100 win over Minnesota. The Trailblazers have dominated this series in recent years winning the last 11 meetings, going 41-16 ATS in the last 57 meetings and 20-8 ATS in Los Angeles. As a matter of fact the last Lakers win over Portland came over three years ago at home. LA just broke a six-game slide with an overtime win over Minnesota and will carry that positive play into today's game. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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03-26-17 | Nets +7 v. Hawks | 107-92 | Win | 100 | 2 h 6 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Atlanta 1:00 ET Nets (+) over Hawks- The Atlanta Hawks would be if possible playing their way out of the playoffs with six straight losses. Meanwhile, the Nets are the only team in the East that has been eliminated from the playoff race but are 5-1 ATS in games following a loss. Brooklyn is 6-8 in March and are actually a point-spread winning on the road 18-14-3 ATS while the Hawks are a loser at home going 14-22 ATS. Take BROOKLYN! |
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03-26-17 | Suns v. Hornets -11.5 | Top | 106-120 | Win | 100 | 2 h 9 m | Show |
Phoenix at Charlotte 1:00 ET Hornets (-) over Suns- What a joke. I know and 'love' Devin Booker the Suns bright-light who scored 70 points in the loss at Boston Friday night. But, after jumping out to a 25-3 lead the Celtics coasted the rest of the game playing little defense as Booker scored 51 points after halftime. Phoenix has lost seven straight and have not allowed fewer then 97 points in a game since January 5th. No kidding! Even eight game under .500 the Hornets still are fight for the final playoff spot in the East trailing the Bulls and Pistons by a 1.5 games. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-25-17 | Raptors v. Mavs -123 | 94-86 | Loss | -123 | 9 h 44 m | Show | |
Toronto at Dallas 8:35 ET Mavericks over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors have won four straight and don't seem to be missing point guard Kyle Lowry as they match towards the playoffs. DeMar DeRozan has picked up the slack and scored 40-points in back-to-back games. The Raptors are now 10-5 without Lowry and I wonder if they are so hot why are they an underdog against Dallas. T believe they stumble here. Take DALLAS! |
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03-25-17 | Wizards -125 v. Cavs | Top | 127-115 | Win | 100 | 8 h 47 m | Show |
Washington at Cleveland 7:30 ET Wizards over Cavaliers- Washington who is playing the best basketball of any NBA team is starting a five-game road trip at Cleveland and there is something way wrong with the Wizards being favored here. The Wizards will play eight of their final 10 games on the road as they look to break a three-game losing streak to the Cavaliers. The Wizards will come to play tonight. Take WASHINGTON! |
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03-24-17 | Nets v. Wizards -12 | 108-129 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (-) over Nets- 'Break-up the Nets' that is the cry around New York as the Nets have won two straight but still have an NBA low 15 wins five below the nearest competitor. Brooklyn has posted four wins in their last seven outings their best stretch of the season but are 0-3 this year against Washington. As a matter of face the Wizards have won the last six meetings and 11 of the last 13 and are 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings in Washington. Lay-it...take the WIZARDS! |
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03-24-17 | Nuggets +2 v. Pacers | 125-117 | Win | 100 | 9 h 16 m | Show | |
Denver at Indiana 7:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Pacers- The Pacers are a wealth of trends that just seem to go on and on and on. Indiana has lost five of their last nine including all losses on the road (0-5) so they have won their last four at home. Denver currently is in sole possession of the final playoff spot in the West and must fend off the Trailblazers who are just one-game behind. The Nuggets who crushed Indiana 140-112 in the 'Mile High City' and are 4-0-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall and 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to Indiana. Take DENVER! |
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03-24-17 | Cavs v. Hornets +3.5 | Top | 112-105 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 50 m | Show |
Cleveland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Cavaliers- The Cavaliers are struggling (0-3-1 ATS in last four)and even with the return of both Kevin Love and Kyle Korver they are having problems playing defense as the Nuggets 53% shooting last time out. Charlotte who has won their last three are chasing Miami for the final playoff spot in the East play their next three games at home and then will play five of their remaining games are on the road. In need...Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-23-17 | Clippers v. Mavs +4.5 | Top | 95-97 | Win | 100 | 10 h 12 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Los Angeles- If there is one playoff team that I believe is an imposter it's the Los Angeles Clippers. There just always seems to be something lacking be it injuries or bonehead plays under pressure but I just don't see it. Here come the Clippers winners of three straight by an average margin of 21 points up again the Mavericks who are sitting 10th in the West. Having to overcome Denver and Portland is not an easy task but the Mavericks can here their cause with a win here. Take DALLAS! |
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03-22-17 | Knicks v. Jazz -10.5 | 101-108 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 59 m | Show | |
New York at Utah 10:30 ET Jazz (-) over Knicks- Three game losing streaks are common for New York but the Jazz are in the mist of one that will turn around tonight. Utah currently is in the fourth spot in the west a half-game ahead of the LA Clippers although they lead the Northwest Division. The Knicks are 16-games under .500 and just don't have the talent to compete against the Jazz. Take UTAH! |
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03-22-17 | Cavs v. Nuggets +4 | Top | 113-126 | Win | 100 | 11 h 32 m | Show |
Cleveland at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Cavaliers- Denver is off back-to-back losses to Houston by one and four points getting beat 125-124. That is significant because the Nuggets are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games after allowing 100 points. They are also 12-2 ATS in their last 14 games following a straight-up loss. Now, don't get the idea that I have nothing to say about the Cavaliers. To start with they are 4-0-1 ATS in the last five meetings in Denver and 5-1-1 ATS in the last seven. The clincher for me is that Cleveland is just 18-16 straight-up on the road and only 14-20 ATS. Take the NUGGETS! |
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03-22-17 | 76ers v. Thunder -10.5 | 97-122 | Win | 100 | 10 h 35 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Thunder (-) over 76ers- Maybe the Thunder can't beat Golden State as they were just crushed by the Warriors for the fourth straight time this season but we know they can beat Philadelphia as they seek their 16th straight win in the series. Personal stats might be a part of tonight's performance as Russell Westbrook has failed to record a triple-double in either of the last two games and needs seven more to set the NBA record at 41. OKC bounces back here...take the THUNDER! |
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03-21-17 | Spurs v. Wolves +5 | 100-93 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 59 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Minnesota 9:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Spurs- The is one of those NBA match-ups that is so one-sided that it will be difficult to present solid and justifiable reason to take Minnesota. San Antonio has won 10-straight in this series including five in a row at Target Center. The Timberwolves are off a three game road losing streak where they are 13-games under .500 while they are 18-18 (19-17 ATS) at home. Many of the Wolves players admitted that they could have put forth a better effort on the road and will try and make up for it at home. Take MINNESOTA! |
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03-21-17 | Warriors v. Mavs +5 | Top | 112-87 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 2 m | Show |
Golden State at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Warriors- After losing three straight the Warriors appear to be 'back' as they have won their last four. Poor shooting was the problem where they scored just 91 points per game during the losing streak and in the last four they averaged 114 points. The injury to Kevin Durant didn't help but it appears Golden State has adjusted. The Warriors have dominated this series wining the last five meetings and 12 of the past 13. Dallas is just two-games out of playoff contention and are 6-1 ATS versus teams with a winning record. Take DALLAS! |
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03-21-17 | Grizzlies +2 v. Pelicans | 82-95 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 35 m | Show | |
Memphis at New Orleans 8:05 ET Grizzlies (+) over Pelicans- It definitely has potential but I still don't have confidence in New Orleans who has won their last two games and four of their last five two of which they were without DeMarcus Cousins. Memphis who has won their last four are baring down on Oklahoma City and the Clippers for the No.5 seed and had won seven straight in the series until the last meetings in February when the Pelicans posted a 95-91 victory in Memphis. The Grizzlies are 4-1 ATS in their last four meetings and that tough defense (92.8) will do its work. Take MEMPHIS! |
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03-20-17 | Wizards +4 v. Celtics | Top | 102-110 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 9 m | Show |
Washington at Boston 7:30 ET Wizards (+) over Celtics- The battle for the second spot in the East continues with this match-up between clubs that have had some intense meetings this season. They play of both squads have leveled out as Boston is 4-4 in their last eight while Washington has dropped three of their last four. Celtics dynamo Isaiah Thomas has missed the last two games and should return tonight but how effective he will be is the question. This is the fourth meetings between these two this season and the home team has won all three with the Wizards 0-4 ATS in their last four visits to Boston. That changes tonight. Take WASHINGTON! |
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03-20-17 | Hawks v. Hornets -5.5 | 90-105 | Win | 100 | 8 h 45 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (-) over Hawks- Somehow the Hornets who are nine-games under .500 actually believe that they have a chance to make the post-season. The over-rated Atlanta Hawks are playing with an ailing Paul Milsap who has been ineffective in recent starts. When looking at the 'price' of this game with the Hornets so far below .500 and the Hawks still in the playoffs but are not playing with a need or energy. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-20-17 | Jazz v. Pacers +2.5 | 100-107 | Win | 100 | 8 h 41 m | Show | |
Utah at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (-) Jazz- Utah leads the league in scoring defense (96.3 points per) but have dropped their last two because of their lack of scoring 84.5 points per contest. The Jazz have won the last three in this series including a 109-100 home win in their last meeting. Indianan is 24-10 straight-up at home and are off their lackluster effort at Toronto yesterday and will regroup here. Utah is 7-18-1 on the road against teams with winning home record and the Pacers are 5-0 ATS after allowing 100 or more points in a loss. Take INDIANA! |
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03-19-17 | Blazers v. Heat -6.5 | 115-104 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 57 m | Show | |
Portland at Miami 6:00 ET Heat (-) over Trailblazers- The Miami Heat who were once 19-games under .500 have made an incredible comeback on the season and are with one game of the break even mark. Portland which was Saturday's Megabucks winner have won seven of their last nine and now come up a game-and-a-half behind the final playoff spot in the West. Although Portland is 4-1 ATS in their last five road games and 5-0 when playing back-to-backs they will falter here. Take MIAMI! |
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03-19-17 | Wolves +3 v. Pelicans | 109-123 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
Minnesota at New Orleans 6:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Pelicans- These two clubs are trending in opposite directions as the Pelicans have won three of four while Minnesota has lost three of four. New Orleans is 3-7 since acquiring DeMarcus Cousins and 2-0 in games he has missed. Playing Anthony Davis and Cousins at the same time is taking a bit of adjusting that the Pelicans haven't been able to make yet. The Pelicans have won nine of the past 11 meetings and two games this season by a combined 37 points. Why then at home is this price so short. Take MINNESOTA! |
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03-19-17 | Suns v. Pistons -9.5 | Top | 95-112 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show |
Phoenix at Detroit 4:30 ET Pistons (-) over Suns- Both clubs are on a three-game slide but the losses by the Pistons were more critical as they have dropped out of the final playoff spot in the East. Detroit lost their three games by a total of 58 points and now they come up a 10-point favorite. They seems a bit high as the Vegas odds-makers are aware that the Suns are doing their best job of 'tanking' their remaining 13 games as they are sitting out their best player in Eric Bledsoe. The is the first of a six-game road trip and it will be a dark trip for the Suns. Take DETROIT! |
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03-18-17 | Bucks v. Warriors -11.5 | 92-117 | Win | 100 | 14 h 11 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Golden State 10:30 ET Warriors (-) over Bucks- The Warriors have it a difficult patch where they are 4-4 since the loss of All-Star Kevin Durant and have even looked good in any of their wins. Golden State is aware that they have to pick up the pace of they are to remain the No.1 seed in the West as their lead against San Antonio is just 1.5 games. Golden State has won six of the past seven meetings but Milwaukee is 10-2-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings and 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games at Golden State. That's all fine and good for the Bucks but the Warriors will enter this game with a different attitude. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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03-18-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +3.5 | 96-104 | Win | 100 | 13 h 54 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Memphis 9:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- No one can say that the Spurs have no heart as LaMarcus Aldridge has return after his heart issue has been resolved, but has it? This was the third time Aldridge has had heart issues since joining the NBA but no one seems to worried. Memphis defeated San Antonio as hosts already posted a home win over the Spurs in early February when San Antonio was without Gasol and Leonard they may be back but this time spark-plug Tony Parker will be missing his fifth straight game. Take MEMPHIS! |
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03-18-17 | Blazers +3 v. Hawks | Top | 113-97 | Win | 100 | 10 h 57 m | Show |
Portland at Atlanta 6:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Hawks- The Trailblazers are off an impressive 110-106 win at San Antonio the night after an embarrassing 100-79 loss at New Orleans and they need to continue on this path to catch Denver for the final playoff spot in the West. Atlanta has dropped their last two contests and are 0-4 ATS in their last four home games including a home loss to Memphis last time out. Atlanta posted a win at Portland a month ago and now it's 'turnabout.' Take PORTLAND! |
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03-17-17 | Magic +3 v. Suns | 109-103 | Win | 100 | 12 h 55 m | Show | |
Orlando at Phoenix 10:00 ET Magic (+) over Suns- The stuff that is going on in the NBA is an absolute disgrace as teams just give groups of players 'rest' and cheat the attending audience that come to see the 'World's Best' at work but often they are a no show. That is just one major problem another is the 'tanking' that a number of clubs are doing to move up in the draft process. Now, teams like the Suns along with the Lakers and Bulls are sitting their best talent the rest of the way as Phoenix is doing with Eric Bledsoe. These two met in November when the Suns posted a 92-87 win but the revenge is on Magic's side. Take ORLANDO! |
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03-17-17 | Wolves +4.5 v. Heat | 105-123 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 52 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Miami 7:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Heat- Both these clubs had terrible starts to the season but are now fighting for the 8th and final playoff spot in their respective conferences. Miami won only 11 of their last 41 games and now are tied for the final spot in the East and just a half-game behind Milwaukee for the 7 seed. Minnesota with 15 games remaining is two game behind Portland for the final playoff spot in the West and can not afford many more losses. Take TIMBERWOLVES! |
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03-17-17 | Rockets v. Pelicans +5 | Top | 112-128 | Win | 100 | 10 h 59 m | Show |
Houston at New Orleans 8:05 ET Pelicans (+) over Rockets- it's all just supposed to come together this way isn't it. I mean the Rockets come blasting winning three in-a-row including a 139-100 trouncing over the Lakers. With the 'Glitter Boys' not putting up much resistance Houston will find getting to the hoop a little more difficult with Davis and Cousins defending the basket. New Orleans has dropped seven of the past eight meetings but things are obviously different now with the addition of Cousins and the return of Holiday. At home off a loss (2-6 since trade) Pelicans in need of a win. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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03-16-17 | Grizzlies v. Hawks -3.5 | 103-91 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 58 m | Show | |
Memphis at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (-) over Grizzlies- Well, I like the spot and have a variety of angles to look examine. These two met in Memphis on Saturday and the Hawks recorded a 107-90 beat-down of the Grizzlies at home. They rebounded off that loss with a 113-93 win over Milwaukee to end a 5-game losing streak as they finished their home stand 1-3. Lookinh for revenge over last week's pasting I find the Grizz just 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games in Atlanta. Take the HAWKS! |
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03-16-17 | Nets +4 v. Knicks | Top | 121-110 | Win | 100 | 9 h 1 m | Show |
Brooklyn at New York 7:35 ET Nets (+) over Knicks- After putting forth their best defensive effort of the season in a win over Indiana when the allowed only 81 points Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek said the team at 27-41 was out of the playoffs. New York's young budding star Kristaps Porzingis is ailing and with no chance for the playoffs will most likely sit this one out. There are number of different trends that I could use but I like tis one; the Nets are 5-1 Ats in their last six games following a loss. Brooklyn is look for their first win in Manhattan after three straight losses. Take BROOKLYN! |
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03-16-17 | Jazz +6.5 v. Cavs | 83-91 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 33 m | Show | |
Utah at Cleveland 7:00 ET Jazz (+) over Cavaliers- 'We' have got to be careful with the Cavaliers as they will sooner or later make their final push in insure their No. 1 seed in the East. They established who they are with a 128-96 rout of the Pistons on Tuesday just their fourth win in their last 10 games. Even though Utah has lost in each of their last four visits to Cleveland they are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. This is going to be a knock-down drag out battle and it's just whether they keep the intensity. I bet not! Take the JAZZ! |
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03-15-17 | Grizzlies v. Bulls +3 | 98-91 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 21 m | Show | |
Memphis at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Grizzlies- both these squads ended five-game losing streaks on Monday as the Bulls rebounded from a devastating loss to Boston on Sunday when the only scored26 points in the first half and the Grizzlies defeated Milwaukee 113-93. Part of the answer for the Bulls was the return to action by Rajon Rando who assisted with five players scoring double figures and three getting 20 or more. Although Memphis is 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Chicago the Bulls still get the edge here. Take CHICAGO! |