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02-06-16 | Blazers +5 v. Rockets | 96-79 | Win | 100 | 7 h 25 m | Show | |
Portland at Houston 5:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Rockets- Portland is sneaking its way into the Western Conference playoff hunt by winning nine of their last 12 games but only one of those wins came against a team with a winning record. Well, the Houston Rockets have a winning record (27-25) but they are not a bunch of winners. I like this spot for Portland as they enter off a loss while Houston has won two straight. This is good because the Rockets can take the day off as they often do. Take the points with PORTLAND! |
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02-05-16 | Spurs v. Mavs +7 | 116-90 | Loss | -115 | 13 h 36 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Dallas 9:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Spurs- This could be considered the NBA 'Battle for Texas' (Rockets don't count) and it really hasn't been very competitive as the Spurs have won 17 of the past 21 meetings. San Antonio has won both meetings this season limiting the Mavericks to 83 points in each win including a 29 point victory two weeks ago. Dallas I sure will be gearing-up for this encounter and aside from Tim Duncan (sidelined) Manu Ginobili is down for six weeks. (It's a long testicular story) Look for the Mavs to give a professional effort here. Take DALLAS! |
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02-05-16 | Grizzlies v. Knicks +3.5 | Top | 91-85 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 40 m | Show |
Memphis at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Grizzlies- Like two ships passing in the night the Grizzlies are heading up the charts and the New York Knicks are playing themselves out of the playoffs. Memphis has won four straight games and eight of their last nine while the Knicks have lost seven of their last eight contests. Last night New York trailed Detroit by 27 points before they rallied to take the lead only to fall 111-106. Tonight, at home with a fresh breath the Knicks prevail. Take NEW YORK! |
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02-05-16 | Clippers v. Magic +4.5 | 107-93 | Loss | -103 | 10 h 17 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Clippers- Both these clubs are coming off late losses and blame themselves for their defeat. Los Angeles let their temper get the best of themselves as the Timberwolves pull out a 108-102 win dropping the Clippers to 15-4 since Blake Griffin was lost because of injury. Orlando needs a fresh look as they have lost 14 of their last 16 and were beaten by a Kevin Durant 3-point buzzer beater 11-114 in their last at Oklahoma City. This is the second meeting of the two this season with LA winning it's fourth straight in the series 103-101. Take time its MAGIC! |
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02-04-16 | Rockets v. Suns +7.5 | Top | 111-105 | Win | 100 | 11 h 24 m | Show |
Houston at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Rockets- Well, it's difficult to see of the Suns coaching change has had any effect. Since Earl Watson took over phoenix has dropped both encounters and have now lost 20 of their last 22. One of the best things they have going for them tonight is that their opponent is the Houston Rockets who have no problem taking games off and I sure someone was sneaking away to play golf. With a 'renewed' look on the season the Suns shine bright tonight. Take PHOENIX! |
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02-03-16 | Warriors v. Wizards +10.5 | 134-121 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 42 m | Show | |
Golden State at Washington 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Warriors- The struggling Wizards go from having to deal with one guy (Russell Westbrook) who puts up 'triple-doubles' seemingly at will to the NBA's leader in 'triple-doubles' on thes season Draymond Green. Golden State has won seven straight overall and have won eight of the last nine meetings. Washington has now lost and failed to 'cover' in six of their last eight efforts and will be without coach Randy Wittman who will mis his second straight game for 'personal' reasons. With the return of a 'healthy' Bradley Beal the Wizards can be a force. Let's hope they have it tonight. Take WASHINGTON! |
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02-03-16 | Pacers v. Nets +7 | 114-100 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 16 m | Show | |
Indiana at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Pacers- The Nets have one player that is worthy of All-star consideration and that is Brook Lopez who is averaging 26.4 points and 9.4 rebounds in the past five games. Indiana has been amazingly inconsistent ending a 2-2 home stand with an overtime loss to the Cavaliers. Brooklyn has dropped four-in-a-row and 14th loss in their last 16. But it isn't all bad as they have collected the money their last two outings. Fighting for every win and chance at a win the Nets will put out a complete effort. Take BROOKLYN! |
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02-03-16 | Pistons +3.5 v. Celtics | Top | 95-102 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 8 m | Show |
Detroit at Boston 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Celtics- Ya know, I love the Celtics (even tho I am a New Yorker) and I love what I've seen out of Boston since Brad Stevens took over but, man I 'hate' playing against them (expect if 'we' win of course). Detroit like the Celtics have stepped-up in class this season and had five man in double figures in their win Monday over the Nets while Boston easily knocked off the Knicks at the Garden and are 8-3 in the second game of back-to-backs. The Piston have already taken 2-of-3 against the Celts this season and have covered five if their last seven in Beantown. Take DETROIT! |
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02-02-16 | Wolves v. Lakers +4.5 | 115-119 | Win | 100 | 13 h 33 m | Show | |
Minnesota at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Timberwolves- 'Oh how the mighty have fallen.' The Los Angeles Lakers who have lost 10-straight games are an underdog at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves who have lost four straight on their own and that's saying something. Things are starting to happen in Los Angeles with or without Kobe Bryant. Los Angeles coach Byron Scott is beginning to 'feel it' as the faithful have started to boo the Lakers at the Staples Center. The T'wolves have won the first two meetings this season both by one-point. Take time it is the LAKERS! |
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02-02-16 | Bucks +7 v. Blazers | 95-107 | Loss | -106 | 12 h 7 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Portland 10:00 ET Bucks (+) over Trailblazers- The Blazers are starting to show as they have won their last four being led by their high-scoring guards C.J. McCollum who ranks eighth with 113 3-pointers and Damon Lillard who as bested 30 points on four of his last 11 contests. Portland has won seven of the past nine meetings with Milwaukee winning the last meeting 90-80 and they are off a loss in Sacramento last night. Look for the improving Bucks to take it to the final buzzer. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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02-02-16 | Celtics v. Knicks +2.5 | Top | 97-89 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 42 m | Show |
Boston at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Celtics- The Celtics have emerged under second-year coach Brad Stevens and have won five of their last six while scoring 100 points in their last 12 games while the Knicks have lost five of six with Carmelo Anthony and Kristaps Porzingis in and out of the line-up with injuries. The last time these two met three weeks ago New York pull off a 120-114 win in Boston. The Knicks are off a good effort but loss to the Warriors on Sunday but will be ready for the Celtics tonight. Take NEW YORK! |
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02-01-16 | Raptors v. Nuggets +5.5 | 93-112 | Win | 100 | 12 h 48 m | Show | |
Toronto at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors have won a franchise record 11 straight as they try for the city of Toronto sports history record (tied with the Blue Jays). Denver meanwhile, has dropped five of their last seven but have a win over the Raptors (106-105) at the Air Canada Centre the first week of December. The Nuggets had a chance to pull of a victory at Indiana Saturday but failed to execute in the final minutes. This time the Nuggets stay focused. Take DENVER! |
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02-01-16 | Pistons v. Nets +5.5 | 105-100 | Win | 100 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
Detroit at Brooklyn 7:35 ET Nets (+) over Pistons- This should be a classic battle between two youthful centers who have stepped-up their game this season. Brooklyn's Brook Lopez is not an All-star but is very deserving and will give Andre Drummond everything he can handle and more. Detroit has plenty of pressure on them down the stretch of games trying to overcome Drummond's free throw shooting woes. (1-9 vs Raptors in Sat.'s 111-107 loss. The home team has won the last four meetings and the Nets look to build on that. Take BROOKLYN! |
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02-01-16 | Cavs v. Pacers +4.5 | Top | 111-106 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 59 m | Show |
Cleveland at Indiana 7:05 ET Pacers (+) over Cavaliers- After dropping their first contest after making a coaching change the Cavaliers have responded with four straight wins as they enter the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tyronne Lue likes to run and push the ball up the court more then Dave Blatt preferred and it appears the players are responding in a positive manner. Cleveland is off one of their more impressive wins of the season over San Antonio 117-103 on Saturday while the Pacers have won their last two after dropped six of seven. This one should come down to the final buzzer. Take INDIANA! |
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01-31-16 | Wolves +7 v. Blazers | 93-96 | Win | 100 | 12 h 11 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Portland 9:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Trailblazers- Portland's current home stand has put them into the last playoff spot as they have won 3 of 4 winning their last three making it seven of their last nine. The Timberwolves youngsters are becoming very competitive as they pressed Oklahoma City and Utah deep into the fourth quarter until falling. The Trailblazers have won both meeting in Minnesota this season and this time around the Timberwolves surprise. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-31-16 | Celtics v. Magic +4.5 | 114-119 | Win | 100 | 9 h 14 m | Show | |
Boston at Orlando 6:00 ET Magic (+) over Celtics- Talk about moving in opposite directions the Celtics and Magic go at it once against after Boston took a 113-94 home win away from Orlando on Friday. This evening from the Amway Center the Magic try to split the back-to-back series. Boston has won five straight while the floundering Magic have dropped their last eight. Part of Orlando's trouble is their lack of aggressiveness as they are ranked last in the NBA with 14.3 made foul shots per game. This time out they break their losing streak (at least against the number). Take the MAGIC! |
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01-31-16 | Bulls v. Clippers -5.5 | 93-120 | Win | 100 | 7 h 49 m | Show | |
Chicago at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET Clippers (-) over Bulls- It seems like every year the Los Angeles Clippers have issues that can't be solved on the court. But, one thing that has happened since Blake Griffin was sidelined is that the Clippers are playing their best and most consistent basketball in recent memory. L.A. has won their last three and 15 of 18. The Clippers 'other' problem child Lance Stephenson has stepped-up since given a chance to contribute and adds a dimension that was not expected. The Bulls won here last year this time around it will be different. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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01-30-16 | Kings +4 v. Grizzlies | 117-121 | Push | 0 | 9 h 30 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Memphis 8:05 ET Kings (+) over Grizzlies- The Sacramento Kings clubs is looking to once again break a long losing streak in another NBA city. Earlier this season they defeated the Thunder in Oklahoma City to end a 14-game losing streak and now they attempt to end a 10-game losing streak in Memphis. The Grizzlies are off a 20-point win on Thursday over Milwaukee and have won six of their last seven. These two met in Sacramento when the Grizzlies posted a 103-89 win while the Kings were without all-start DeMarcus Cousins. This time he will play and the result will be different. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-30-16 | Wizards +3.5 v. Rockets | Top | 123-122 | Win | 100 | 10 h 33 m | Show |
Washington at Houston 8:05 ET Wizards (+) over Rockets- The Washington Wizards who are under .500 (20-24) this season after advancing into the second round of the playoffs last spring held a 'players-only' after their home loss to Denver on Thursday. Part of the Wizards troubles stem from the fact that Bradley Beal has been in and out of the line-up with numerous injuries. He is currently playing with a broken nose and off a concession. Houston fought hard in their 116-108 loss to the Thunder last night but this team rarely comes up with good back-to-back efforts. Take the WIZARDS! |
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01-30-16 | Pistons +7.5 v. Raptors | 107-111 | Win | 100 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
Detroit at Toronto 6:30 ET Pistons (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors have won a franchise record 10 straight games and have done it in a convincing manner by an average of 12.5 points per game. Now just 2.5 games behind the Cavaliers for the NO. 1 seed in the East they are led by a pair of All-star guards DeMar Rozan (24-points) and Kyle Lowry (22.3-points). The Pistons who dropped a 114-106 decision to Cleveland last night when Andre Drummond scored only one field goal may be the most improved team in the league and are three-games over .500. Look for him and Detroit to bounce-back with a tough performance tonight. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-29-16 | Hornets +6.5 v. Blazers | 91-109 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 33 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Portland 10:05 ET Hornets (+) over Trailblazers- Portland is doing their best to get into playoff position (currently ninth) by winning six of their last eight games as they host Charlotte in their fourth of a seven game home stand. The Hornets are off their worst loss of the season in Utah on Wednesday (Best Bet winner) but are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games following a straight-up loss. The Trailblazers who are five-games under .500 are just 12-10 at home and are off a big win over Sacramento Tuesday but just don't have the depth of former clubs. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-29-16 | Nets +9 v. Mavs | 79-91 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 6 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Dallas 8:35 ET Nets (+) over Mavericks- The Mavericks have hit a dry spot losing four of their last five with their only win over the lowly L.A. Lakers. The Nets haven't fared much better losing six of their last seven and 11 of their last 13 with one of those wins over the Thunder in Brooklyn on Sunday. The hard luck Nets sent under-achieving Deron Williams expecting Jarrettt Jack to pick up the slack but he has been sidelined the rest of the season due to a knee injury. Dallas won the first meeting of the season 119-118 in overtime but Brooklyn has won four of the last six meetings. Take the NETS! |
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01-29-16 | Cavs v. Pistons +4.5 | Top | 114-106 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 10 m | Show |
Cleveland at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Cavaliers- The Cavaliers have responded to 'new' coach Tyronne Lue after dropped their first contest under his leadership to Chicago they have bounced back with wins over Minnesota and Phoenix with the game against the Suns as they only 'cover.' Detroit like Cleveland is off two straight wins defeating Utah and Philadelphia. Detroit who is 15-7 straight-up at home is 11-6 ATS in the last 17 meetings against Cleveland and is 9-1 ATS on Fridays. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-28-16 | Bucks +5 v. Grizzlies | Top | 83-103 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 40 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Memphis 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Grizzlies- Both these clubs are playing some of their best basketball of the season as the Bucks have won four of their last six games while the Grizzlies have won five of their last six. Memphis is off an overtime win against Orlando Monday where they applied their tough defense down the stretch when the held the Magic to 1-for-10 shooting. They are playing close games as their last six contests with the average margin of four points. I expect this to be a close once again with thepoints possibly being a factor. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-28-16 | Hawks +3 v. Pacers | 92-111 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 47 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Indiana 7:00 ET Hawks (+) over Pacers- Both these teams are off 2-points losses as the Hawks dropped their encounter last night to the Clippers 85-83 while Indiana has dropped their last three including a loss the the Clippers 91-89 on Tuesday. Atlanta had won four straight in the series before the Pacers won a 93-87 home win in late December. The Pacers have hit a rough patch where they have now lost six of their last seven with their only win over the Phoenix Suns. I still believe the Hawks are a little better and will prevail tonight. Take the HAWKS! |
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01-28-16 | Nuggets +6.5 v. Wizards | 117-113 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show | |
Denver at Washington 7:05 ET Nuggets (+) over Wizards- The Washington Wizards are just not the same team without shooting guard Bradley Beal who has missed 20 games and he once again is expected to miss his second consecutive game tonight against Denver. The Wizards a playoff team last season have lost four of their last five and a are now out of the playoff hunt at 11th place in the East. Denver has also dropped four of five and are off a loss at Boston last night. This game should play close as the Nuggets get the money. Take DENVER! |
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01-27-16 | Hornets v. Jazz -5.5 | 73-102 | Win | 100 | 11 h 33 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (-) over Hornets- Charlotte is coming off a double-overtime 129-128 win at Sacramento Monday one week after they had defeated the Jazz at home in double-overtime 124-119. Utah has dropped three of their last four but now they have their big man Derrick Favors back after a 16-game absence and he helps. The home team has won each of the last four meetings with the Jazz holding a 12-10 home record this season and the Hornets just a 6-15 road record. Take UTAH! |
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01-27-16 | Clippers +4 v. Hawks | 85-83 | Win | 100 | 10 h 37 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Atlanta 8:00 ET Clippers (+) over Hawks- I've been 'burned' by the Clippers during their 12-3 streak without Blake Griffin and now they will be without him for at last another four weeks. Los Angeles who pulled off another victory at Indiana last night has lost six in-a-row at Atlanta but now has the NBA's best 3-point shooter and they have the league top field goal shooter in DeAndre Jordan who is at 71.4 percent for the season. The Hawks return home after a much needed win at Denver Monday night. This time the fall short. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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01-27-16 | Suns v. Cavs -16.5 | 93-115 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show | |
Phoenix at Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (-) over Suns- I really do hate laying these kind of points but I see the Cavaliers in a spot to run out the lowly likes of the Phoenix Suns. To start with the visitor is 4-19 straight-up on the road while the Cavaliers are 17-3 at home. Cleveland under new head coach Tyronn Lue dropped their first contest and then rebounded with a win over Minnesota Monday but have yet to 'cover' a number under their current leader. This time out they win and cover as double-digit favorites. Take CLEVELAND! |
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01-26-16 | Mavs v. Lakers +7.5 | 92-90 | Win | 100 | 15 h 34 m | Show | |
Dallas at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Mavericks- Byron Scott has started playing his youngsters more minutes and the improved play have started to show. Although Los Angeles has lost six straight and nine of 10 they will have a well rested Kobe Bryant as the Mavericks enter LA off two losses of their own as they have lost six of 10. Dallas has won nine straight in the series but Golden State up next they might get caught peeking ahead here. Take the LAKERS! |
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01-26-16 | Kings +4 v. Blazers | 97-112 | Loss | -105 | 14 h 2 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Portland 10 :00 ET Kings (+) over Trailblazers- Sacramento has been very good to 'us' this season as they always seem to achieve good things when 'we' have them. The Kings have won their last five road games against the points as well as their last five games overall. The Trailblazers have won the last three meetings but are in trouble tonight. Coaching and 'Diva' players are getting it done in Sacramento. Take the KINGS! |
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01-26-16 | Wizards +8 v. Raptors | 89-106 | Loss | -102 | 12 h 41 m | Show | |
Washington at Toronto 7:30 ET Wizards (+) over Raptors- The Raptors are on one their their longest franchise winning streaks in years and they are off a thumping over the L.A. Clippers and now host the inconsistent Washington Wizards who were blown out at home by the Celtics. With Bradley Beal leading the way I expect a uge effort out of the Wizards and a possible outright upset win. Washington who plays better on the road then at home is 5-0 ATS in their last five road games and are 7-1 AST in the last eight meetings. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-25-16 | Spurs +5 v. Warriors | 90-120 | Loss | -104 | 11 h 2 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Golden State 10:30 ET Spurs (+) over Warriors- The Golden State Warriors are 20-0 at home on the season and are 40-4 overall and yet they have just a 2-game lead over San Antonio. The Spurs come to Golden State on a 13-game winning streak and believe it or not they have a better point differential (+14.5) then do the Warriors (+12.1) and that is because their scoring defense is the best in the NBA at 89.8 points per contest. Golden State has won 38 straight at home going back to last season but San Antonio is 55-9 against the Warriors since Tim Duncan's rookie season. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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01-25-16 | Hawks -5 v. Nuggets | 119-105 | Win | 100 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Denver 9:00 ET Hawks (-) over Nuggets- It seems a bit strange to me that a team (Atlanta) has lost each of their last eight visits to Denver and yet come up a decent favorite on the road here. The Hawks have dropped their last two including a loss to the Suns. Atlanta will have Paul Millsap back after missing the Suns game because of his grandfather's funeral. Look for the Hawks to spread their wings here. Take the HAWKS! |
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01-25-16 | Pistons +2 v. Jazz | Top | 95-92 | Win | 100 | 10 h 40 m | Show |
Detroit at Utah 9:00 ET Pistons (+) over Jazz- The much improved Pistons defeated the Jazz 114-94 last March for their first win in Utah since November 2002. Utah had their Saturday night game at Washington cancelled and has had four days rest. The Jazz has lost four of their last six and a bit beat-up and their 27th ranked offense will continue to struggle against the Pistons big man Andre Drummon who leads the league in rebounds and double-doubles. Detroit has dropped their last two and will be ready tonight. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-24-16 | Clippers +2 v. Raptors | 94-112 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Toronto 6:05 ET Clippers (+) over Raptors- The two hottest teams in the NBA face off in Toronto when the Raptors who have won seven straight host the Clippers who have won 12 of their last 14. Three of the Raptors wins came against bottom feeders Brooklyn (twice) and Philadelphia. Los Angeles bounced back after a loss at Cleveland to crush the Knicks Friday night and they are 5-0 ATS when playing on one day's rest. It is surprising with Toronto on their winning streak and the fact that the Clippers are 6-15 ATS in the ;ast 21 meetings that the line is so small. Take L.A. CLIPPERS! |
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01-23-16 | Pistons v. Nuggets +3 | Top | 101-104 | Win | 100 | 22 h 28 m | Show |
Detroit at Denver 9:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Pistons- The Pistons are going through some growing pains as they are able to run out Golden State and then turn it around and getting run out by New Orleans the last time out. Denver has dropped two straight at home but has finished close enough to get the money both times. The home team have been good in this series winning the last four in the series. The Nuggets or is it Denver has a away of wearing down opponents. Take DENVER! |
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01-23-16 | Bucks +5.5 v. Pelicans | 99-116 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 6 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at New Orleans 7:00 ET Bucks (+) over Pelicans- The Bucks are off a game Friday night at Houston and stop in New Orleans to finish their four-game road trip started with two wins. Although Milwaukee is just 2-7 ATS in the last mime meetings but they are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall while New Orleans is 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall. The Pelicans has struggled against the East going 1-6 ATS and fall short again tonight! Take the BUCKS! |
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01-22-16 | Bucks +3 v. Rockets | 98-102 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 11 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Houston 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Rockets- The Bucks have won their past three including the last two on the road over Charlotte and Miami. The 'Glitter-Boys' from Houston continue to play only one end of the floor as they have surrendered 263 points in their last two defeats while Milwaukee's improvement can be seen through their defense which has held their last three opponents to 90.7 points. Houston has won the last four games in this series but these Rockets just don't blastoff anymore. Take the BUCKS! |
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01-22-16 | Jazz v. Nets +5.5 | 108-86 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 52 m | Show | |
Utah at Brooklyn 7:35 ET Nets (+) over Jazz- The Utah Jazz are a long way from home and didn't catch a break in their first two game of their four game road trip as they lost in overtime twice, first a double-overtime loss at Charlotte on Monday and then a 118-111 overtime loss against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday. Utah has now lost four-of-five while Brooklyn as dropped four consecutive games and all by double-digits. The Jazz are still without power forward Derrick Favors and the Nets are in direr need of a good performance. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-22-16 | Clippers v. Knicks +2 | Top | 116-88 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 45 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at New York 7:35 ET Knicks (+) over Clippers- The Clippers had their 10-game winning streak stopped by Sacramento last Saturday and have now dropped two-of-three after last night beating at the hands of the Cavaliers. With one streak gone I saw another one ending tonight as the Knicks look to end a six game slide against the Clippers. New York is 2-0 on their current home stand and a win tonight will put the Knicks over .500 on the season. Last season the Clippers crushed the Knicks 111-80 at Madison Square Garden and this time around a 'different' Knicks team will extract some measure of revenge with a win tonight. Take NEW YORK! |
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01-21-16 | Hawks v. Kings -110 | 88-91 | Win | 100 | 11 h 58 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Hawks- The Kings have been one of my better 'Money Makers' this season as I have done well with them time and again and I believe it is time again. Atlanta comes into Sacramento with 15 straight wins in this series (8-straight 'covers') as well as a win in a national TV game at Portland last night. Both teams enter this fray off three wins and the Kings are 1-5 ATS in their last six at home. Well, things turn around here. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-21-16 | Grizzlies v. Nuggets +2.5 | Top | 102-101 | Win | 100 | 10 h 4 m | Show |
Memphis at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis is off a 5-1 winning home stand that began with a 91-84 victory over the Nuggets and manged all five wins by eight points or less. The Grizzlies have won three straight and five of the last six meetings and have the return of point guard Mike Conley. After a poor start at home (currently 8-13) Denver is fighting it's way back to respectability and needs a win here to have a winning home stand of their own. Memphis is 1-4 ATS in their last five trips to the 'Mile-High' City and the Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last five games. Take NUGGETS! |
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01-21-16 | Pistons +1.5 v. Pelicans | 99-115 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 8 m | Show | |
Detroit at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Pelicans- I'm beginning to think that maybe 'good' coaches do make a difference and this match-up might give 'us' a perfect case study. Ah, coaching! We have to admit that Stan Van Gundy has done a great job with the Pistons who opened last season like the Sixers losing 19 of their first 21 and now support a winning record and an Eastern Conference playoff seed. Meanwhile, the Pelicans who made the playoffs last year on the wings of Anthony Davis have a 'new' coach in Alan Gentry and have failed miserably. The Piston just play better basketball. Take DETROIT! |
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01-20-16 | Hawks v. Blazers +2 | 104-98 | Loss | -102 | 11 h 13 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Portland 10:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Hawks- The Atlanta Hawks who produced more wins in the East last season then any other club have found the going a little more difficult this season and have yet to get over the .500 mark on the road. This is the first of a five game trip where they play three sub. 500 clubs in-a-row. Portland is getting healthy and has won four-of-five. The Hawks have won the past three meetings but they don't have the same 'mojo' this season as last. This time the Blazers get it done. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-20-16 | Pistons +3 v. Rockets | 123-114 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Detroit at Houston 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Rockets- Detroit has shown what they are capable of doing with their crushing win over Golden State on Saturday and then of course could not maintain as they dropped their next one Monday at Chicago. Houston has dropped 2-of-3 losing to the Clippers in overtime 140-132 despite 36 points and 26 rebounds by Dwight Howard. He will be countered by center Andre Drummond who has five straight double-doubles. One team has more heart then the other and I will take them. It's DETROIT! |
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01-20-16 | Heat +4 v. Wizards | 87-106 | Loss | -103 | 8 h 51 m | Show | |
Miami at Washington 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Wizards- Miami took advantage of the home-friendly schedule the first half of the season and must now take to the road once against to even the ledger. They travel to Washington to open their latest five-game road trip and do it with a banged-up club that has its catalysis Dwyane Wade day-to-day and point guard Goran Dragic is out. The Wizards have fallen to the injury bug as well with Bradley Beal in and out of the line-up. Wade was in the line-up Tuesday but the Heat are 1-5 in their last six with him. It just appears that the Wizards have more problems. Take MIAMI! |
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01-19-16 | Pacers v. Suns +7 | 97-94 | Win | 100 | 9 h 26 m | Show | |
Indiana at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Pacers- What a difference a tear makes...Last season the Suns weer the club that was the odd-man out in the Western Conference as they played well and had the best point spread record in the NBA. This season has been a complete disaster as the currently have lost 13 of their last 14. Phoenix coach Jeff Hornacek is on the hot seat and was not pleased with the Suns effort in their last loss to Minnesota and made it a point to embarrass his club publicly. The inconsistent Pacers have lost 12 of their last 15 visits to Phoenix. Take the SUNS! |
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01-19-16 | Thunder v. Nuggets +8.5 | 110-104 | Win | 100 | 9 h 23 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City has already pounded the Nuggets twice this season as they won by an average 25.5 points while hosting both encounters. The Thunder look as though they have started to turn it on as they have four four in-a-row and six of seven and are off a 25-point 99-74 route of Miami on Sunday. Denver is on pace to lose 50 games against this season but still have a shot at the playoffs. This time the Nuggets keep it close. Take DENVER! |
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01-19-16 | Bucks +5.5 v. Heat | Top | 91-79 | Win | 100 | 8 h 0 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Miami 7:30 ET Bucks (+) over Heat- The Heat just finished a six-game road trip and leave for another five-game trip after this game is over. With such an early abundance of early home games Miami's record my be a little patted and not the will be traveling for most of the second half. Milwaukee has picked up their offense and have won back-to-back games and six of their last 10 as they close in on playoff position. These teams will meet three times this season and this is the first contest between them and the Bucks won all four of last year's match-ups. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-18-16 | Warriors v. Cavs -3 | Top | 132-98 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 8 m | Show |
Golden State at Cleveland 8:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- What is happening in professional basketball? The Warriors have dropped two-of-three as they enter Cleveland to play the Eastern Conference champs. The Cavaliers have revenge on their minds as they still are bitter about Golden State 'cruising' the final three games of the NBA Finals last season as they claim that injuries were the difference. With Kyrie Irving back and Kevin Love more at ease the Cavaliers are starting to make their championship push and a win here will set them straight. Take CLEVELAND! |
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01-18-16 | Jazz +2.5 v. Hornets | 119-124 | Loss | -102 | 3 h 3 m | Show | |
Utah at Charlotte 2:00 ET Jazz (+) over Hornets- In a rare week day afternoon start the Utah Jazz will be in Charlotte with a red-hot Rudy Gobert back from an 18-game absence because of a knee injury. The Hornets who were in the thick of the Eastern Conference playoff hunt have fallen in the standings by losing nine of their last 10 and after this the Hornets are on the road for six of seven games. For some reason Utah has had their way against Charlotte winning 11 of the past 12 meetings. I'm stick with the 'mojo.' Take UTAH! |
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01-18-16 | Blazers +4.5 v. Wizards | 108-98 | Win | 100 | 3 h 3 m | Show | |
Portland at Washington 2:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Wizards- The Trailblazers with a virtual 'new' cast this season have struggled but nothing as bad as their last performance a114-89 loss to the pitiful Philadelphia 76ers. Washington had their own four-game winning streak ended Saturday by the Celtics 119-117 as they slipped one-game under .500. Bradley Beal is an important part of the Wizards attack and his unjuries have caught up with Washington. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-17-16 | Pacers v. Nuggets +3 | Top | 126-129 | Win | 100 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Indiana at Denver 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Pacers- Indiana is a club that needs to bring their best effort to the arena every night or they will continue to struggle as they are. They have lost their last two and nine of their last 15 as they were run out buy the Celtics in the fourth quarter on Wednesday and fell to Washington at home on Friday. The Pacers seem to have problems with Denver as the Nuggets won both meetings last season and seven of the last eight. Take the NUGGETS! |
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01-16-16 | Kings +6 v. Clippers | 110-103 | Win | 100 | 11 h 18 m | Show | |
Sacramento at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Kings (+) over Clippers- Does the absence of Blake Griffin have anything to do with the Clippers 10-game win streak, I'm not sure but maybe time will tell. Los Angeles was already without Griffin and now it appears their 'other' big man DeAndre Jordan was out with the flu onWednesday and even if he returns it will not be at full strength. Sacramento finally has DeMarcus Cousins, Rudy Gay and Rajon Rondo on the same page as they scrap for respectability. The Clippers have taken the last five in this series but the Kings are 6-1 ATS in their last seven on the road against a team with a wining record. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-16-16 | Knicks +4 v. Grizzlies | 95-103 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 57 m | Show | |
New York at Memphis 8:30 ET Knicks (+) over Grizzlies- The big question here is the availability and effectiveness of Carmelo Anthony as a twisted ankle has the New York scorer a game-time decision. I don't think it will matter, more of the Knicks players will be able to handle the ball and that suites Porzingis' style. The Knicks are 0-3 without Anthony but the Grizzlies will be without point guard Mike Conley. The Knicks are a game under the break-even point which is 'way good' for them. Take NEW YORK! |
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01-16-16 | Warriors v. Pistons +7 | Top | 95-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show |
Golden State at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Warriors- The bloom was off the rose but it was just a peddle as the Warriors suffered their third loss of the season Wednesday at Denver with a win over the Lakers. The Pistons meanwhile are off a heartbreaking 103-101 loss at Memphis. Word is that Golden State has become a 'little sluggish' and are just not at the same level as a month ago. Pesky injuries are starting to slow the Warriors down from Barnes, to Curry and Green they are playing 'banged-up.' The Pistons have been lights-out at home going 13-6 straight-up and 13-5-1 ATS. The are also 14-2-1 ATS at home with same season revenge. Take DETROIT! |
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01-15-16 | Heat v. Nuggets +2.5 | Top | 98-95 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 9 m | Show |
Miami at Denver 9:05 ET Nuggets (+) over Heat- The Denver Nuggets not only handed the Golden State Warriors their third loss of the season on Wednesday 112-110 but have now won three-of-four. Miami who plays 14 of 16 games on the road have dropped their last three and are off a 104-90 loss to the L.A. Clippers on Wednesday when the committed 24 turnovers. The Heat are without point guard Goran Dragic who was injured Monday against the Warriors. Play the hot hand here as Nuggets' forward Danilo Gallinari has scored 20 or more points in six straight games. Take DENVER! |
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01-15-16 | Hornets +2.5 v. Pelicans | 107-109 | Win | 100 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
Charlotte at New Orleans 8:00 ET Hornets (+) over Pelicans- We 'used' the Hornets on Wednesday when they ended their seven-game losing streak with a 107-84 win over Atlanta while New Orleans defeated the Kings in Sacramento ending a four-game losing streak. Charlotte has started to play better defense which is the key to them winning. New Orleans after making the playoffs on the final day last season has been terribly inconsistent are are just 7-9 at home. Take the HORNETS! |
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01-15-16 | Mavs -113 v. Bulls | Top | 83-77 | Win | 100 | 10 h 33 m | Show |
Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET Mavericks over Bulls- The Bulls managed to pull off an overtime win over the 76ers in a game where they trailed by 24 points as Jimmy Butler's 53-points pulled Chicago up to victory. The trouble is the Bulls have more problems as Derrick (The Hoax) Rose is out along with Paul Gasol. The Mavericks were just routed by Oklahoma City on Wednesday as Dallas coach Rick Carlisle 'rested' all five starters. Look for the 'fresh' Mavs to run on the Bulls. Take DALLAS! |
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01-14-16 | Pistons +1.5 v. Grizzlies | 101-103 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Detroit at Memphis 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Grizzlies- The Pistons have to be considered the most improved team in the league along with the Knicks as they are 21-17 and that places them above Memphis in the overall NBA seeding. Detroit who has lost 11 of the past 12 meetings thought that they had the Grizzlies beat in Detroit when Matt Barns hit a half-court shot at the buzzer for a 93-92 win. Memphis is having some internal problems while Detroit is all Andre Drummond on the inside but has to improve his free throws (just 6-of-33). Take PISTONS! |
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01-13-16 | Jazz +2.5 v. Blazers | Top | 85-99 | Loss | -104 | 11 h 26 m | Show |
Utah at Portland 10:00 ET Jazz (+) over Trailblazers- I am very interested in the final result of this contest as Portland is such a meager favorite against a Utah team that is 6-12 on the road. Then I realize that the Trailblazers have won seven of the last 10 meetings and I become even more confused. The Jazz have the addition of Center Rudy Gobert who has returned the past three games after a long sit on the sidelines. Utah had dropped seven consecutive road games until their win over the Lakers in Los Angeles on Sunday. This 'number' is way too shy. Take UTAH! |
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01-13-16 | Knicks v. Nets +3 | 104-110 | Win | 100 | 9 h 58 m | Show | |
New York at Brooklyn 7:35 ET Nets (+) over Knicks- The New York Knicks are starting to repp the rewards from a 19-year-old first round draft pick as Kristaps Porzingis is emerging as a true NBA star in his rookie season. Last night he posted 26 points in 27 minutes before fouling out against the Celtics in their 120-114 win. Brooklyn meanwhile has lost their last five games and 10 straight at Barkley Center where they haven't won since beating Philadelphia on December 10. But, this line is too inviting if you like the Knicks. I think the powers that be are looking for a Nets upset. So I'll take 'em. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-13-16 | Hawks v. Hornets +3 | 84-107 | Win | 100 | 9 h 31 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Hawks- Last season the Hawks were the NO. 1 seed in the East as they accumulated the most wins in the conference. This year they are been in an out to say the least, why in their last six games they had three wins where they averaged 122.3 points and three losses where they scored just 95 points per game. The Hornets dropped both meetings to date this season by a grand margin of five points. Charlotte is off an 0-4 road trip and have now lost seven straight and 12-of-15. The sight of Time Warner Cable Arena will be a welcome sight. Take the HORNETS! |
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01-12-16 | Bulls v. Bucks +3 | 101-106 | Win | 100 | 8 h 40 m | Show | |
Chicago at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Bulls- The Bulls enter their longest road trip pf the season as they play 12 of their next 15 away from home and they are just 6-8 on the road. Milwaukee who has put up 114 points or more in their last three games welcomes the Bulls who have surrendered 117 points per game in their last two outings, losses to Atlanta and Washington. Milwaukee is 10-7 at home and will come up big here. Take the BUCKS! |
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01-12-16 | Rockets +1.5 v. Grizzlies | Top | 107-91 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show |
Houston at Memphis 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis has won five of their last seven including a come-from-behind win at Boston Sunday when the trailed by 21-points in the second half. Houston also had a big come-back of sorts on Sunday as they fought back from a 13-point deficit and defeated the Pacers in overtime 107-103. The Rockets have won their last three as they have held their last three opponents under 100 points. It they play defense they win. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-12-16 | Celtics v. Knicks | Top | 114-120 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 7 m | Show |
Boston at New York 7:35 ET Celtics (+) over Knicks- As most young teams in the NBA the Celtics have been very inconsistent and are now at 19-18 for the season after dropping five of their last six including blowing a 21-point second half lead to Memphis on Sunday. Meanwhile, New York who has already won more game this season then all of last year have won five of their last six at home. Boston has won the last four meetings including the last two at Madison Garden. The beat goes on...Take the CELTICS! |
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01-11-16 | Wizards v. Bulls -8 | 114-100 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 24 m | Show | |
Washington at Chicago 8:05 ET Bulls (-) over Wizards- The Bulls had won six straight before their trip to Atlanta Saturday where the Hawks took them out 120-105. Washington meanwhile, has lost five of seven but stopped a three-game losing streak with a 105-99 win over Orlando on Saturday. The Wizards John Wall has picked up some of the slack let by injured guard Bradley Beal who will be back in a week or so. Chicago coach Fred Hoiberg his club the 'riot-act' as he saw his teams lack of hustle in their defeat. The return of Derrick (The Hoax) Rose has helped and with this added depth the Bulls garner the edge. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-10-16 | Thunder v. Blazers +7.5 | 110-115 | Win | 102 | 10 h 29 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Portland 9:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Thunder- The Trailblazers have dropped three in-a-row including a game where the failed to list C.J. McCollum (their 2nd leading scorer) on the active list. Portland has dropped the first three of a five-game home stand and tonight will also have the return of their All-star guard Damian Lillard who scored 40 on Friday night after missing seven games. I looking for a huge effort out of Portland here. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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01-10-16 | Celtics -121 v. Grizzlies | Top | 98-101 | Loss | -121 | 8 h 32 m | Show |
Boston at Memphis 6:05 ET Celtics over Grizzlies- This 'number' with the Celtics favored raised my eyebrow as the Grizzlies have more wins and are playing at home and yet Vegas sees fit to make Boston the opening line favorite. Memphis opened their six-game home stand with a win over Denver on Friday night but will find tonight's opponent much tougher. Memphis will be without guards Mike Conley and Courtney Lee and Boston will have the return of coach Brad Stevens and Avery Bradley. Take the CELTICS! |
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01-10-16 | Mavs v. Wolves +4.5 | 93-87 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 36 m | Show | |
Dallas at Minnesota 3:35 ET Timberwolves (+) over Mavericks- The Mavericks 'rested' four starters in New Orleans and came away with a victory in New Orleans on Wednesday and then laid an egg with their starters in Milwaukee on Friday losing 96-95. Minnesota is still young and has dropped 17 of their last 21 games after an 8-8 start but with the improvement of rookie center Karl-Anthony Towns and second year man Andrew Wiggins they are playing better. With Oklahoma City, Chicago and San Antonio on deck the Mavericks might get caught looking past the Timberwolves, a mistake here. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-09-16 | Heat v. Jazz +1.5 | Top | 83-98 | Win | 100 | 10 h 1 m | Show |
Miami at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Heat- Miami opened their six-game western swing with a win at Phoenix last night but the way the Suns are going of late I wouldn't put much stock in that. The Heat have beat-up on teams from the West going 11-2 but for the most part those were games played at home where they are 15-8 and now it's payback time as they are on the road. This game is being played in 'high altitude and the Heat will have no rest. Rudy Gobert is back for Utah and he makes a difference in the middle. Take the JAZZ! |
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01-09-16 | Wizards +2.5 v. Magic | 105-99 | Win | 100 | 8 h 4 m | Show | |
Washington at Orlando 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Magic- Orlando might be just what the Wizards need as they dropped their fifth in six tries last night and tonight are facing a club that they have already beaten three times this season and 11 straight overall. Part of Washington struggles are that they just can't seem to get over the hump without Bradley Beal who possibly will be back tonight of monday after missing 14 games with a stress fracture in his right leg. The 'Wiz' are 12-5-1 ATS against the Magic and get it done once again. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-09-16 | Bulls v. Hawks -123 | 105-120 | Win | 100 | 6 h 7 m | Show | |
Chicago at Atlanta 5:00 ET Hawks (-) over Bulls- The Hawks got just what the 'doctor ordered' Thursday night as they went to Philadelphia and got healthy against the pitiful 76ers. This is the first meetings of the year between these two and the Bulls are on a six-game win streak but are with Jokim Noah who will return next week. The Hawks won two of the three meetings last season and Chicago is just 3-9 ATS against Eastern Conference foes. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-08-16 | Mavs v. Bucks +1 | 95-96 | Win | 100 | 10 h 47 m | Show | |
Dallas at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Mavericks- Dallas when into New Orleans and rested four starters and still came away with their sixth win in their last eight contests and now visit Milwaukee where the struggling Bucks have dropped their last two and five of their last seven. The Mavericks have won the last six in this series but are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 against the Eastern Conference. Milwaukee is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 after a loss. Take the BUCKS! |
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01-08-16 | Pacers v. Pelicans +2 | Top | 91-86 | Loss | -104 | 10 h 51 m | Show |
Indiana at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Pacers- The Pacers have won the last eight meeting against New Orleans but are playing their three game in four on the road while the Pelicans despite their poor record does have home wins over San Antonio and Cleveland so they are capable. Indiana is off a win at Orlando but had lost six of their previous nine while New Orleans lost to Dallas at home last time out while the Mavericks rested four starters. This time out you will get a complete effort out of the Pelicans. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-07-16 | Celtics +5.5 v. Bulls | 92-101 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 3 m | Show | |
Boston at Chicago 8:00 ET Celtics (+) over Bulls- The Bulls are in the mist of their longest winning streak of the season winning their last five and 10 of their last 14. Boston who is 6-7 since their last meeting with Chicago (a 105-100 win) a month ago is off a brutal loss to the Pistons last night when they blew a 13-point fourth quarter lead suffering their third straight home loss. Boston is 5-2 in the second of back-to-back contests and will work hard to atone for last night's let-down. Take the CELTICS! |
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01-06-16 | Clippers v. Blazers +4 | 109-98 | Loss | -101 | 10 h 11 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Portland 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Clippers- The Clippers are playing their best ball of the season as they have won six straight (five without Blake Griffin) and they return home for five games after this road encounter. Last time out on Saturday Los Angeles run off the 76ers 130-99 as they produced their highest point total of the season. Portland once again has the services of Damian Lillard and if he returns to form Portland can cause problems for the Clippers tonight. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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01-06-16 | Grizzlies +5.5 v. Thunder | 94-112 | Loss | -103 | 10 h 43 m | Show | |
Memphis at Oklahoma City 9:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- The Thunder once again are without Kevin Durant who has a sprained toe and usually Russell Westbrook is happy to pick up the slack but he wasn't able to do it last time out shooting poorly and turning the ball over seven times in a loss to Sacramento. The Thunder have already crushed Memphis once this season (125-88) and that was with a healthy Durant. Look for the Grizzlies to get some measure of revenge here. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-06-16 | Pacers v. Magic +2.5 | Top | 95-86 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 18 m | Show |
Indiana at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Pacers- Two struggling NBA franchises will try and get thing right for the New Year as Indiana enters losing three of their last four while Orlando has lost their last three. The Magic closed December with a flurry winning seven of their final nine games and the Pacers may be without guards George Hill and C.J. Miles. Indiana has won the last five meetings and 13 of the past 15 meetings including a home 97-84 win in early November but come up a very short favorite here. I believe that trend will change here. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-05-16 | Kings +5 v. Mavs | 116-117 | Win | 100 | 11 h 41 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Dallas 8:30 ET Kings (+) over Mavericks- Talk about a one-sided series the Mavericks have defeated Sacramento 21 straight times in Dallas but the Kings did snap a six game losing streak against them earlier this season (only their 3rd win in last 24 match-ups). The Mavs have dropped their last two and have been up-and-down all season. DeMarcus Cousins has been the catalyst for the Kings and has found peace with coach George Karl. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-05-16 | Knicks v. Hawks -8 | Top | 107-101 | Loss | -104 | 10 h 21 m | Show |
New York Knicks at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks (-) over Knicks- A turn-around game where the Hawks will look to get a measure of revenge after losing to New York 111-97 (Megabucks winner) at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. In that contest Knicks guard Arron Afflalo hit 14-of-17 shots and 7-of-8 from 3-point range. Atlanta Coach Mike Budenholzer assured the media that he 'won't do it again at Phillips Arena. I agree, that combined with Hawks sharp shooter Kevin Kover looks to snap out of his slump going 2-for-27 from the floor (1-of-24 from 3-point range) and in the comforts of familiar surrounding I believe he will. The Hawks already have a home win over the Knicks on December 26 117-98 and I expect more of the same here. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-05-16 | Bucks +8 v. Bulls | Top | 106-117 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 14 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Chicago 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Bulls- Chicago is coming off huge win 115-113 at Toronto on Sunday when Jimmy Butler did something Michael Jordan never accomplished as a member of the Bulls as he scored 40-points in the second half to lead them to the win. Milwaukee meanwhile is off a beating at the hands of San Antonio at home after two road wins and are 5-1 ATS in their last six road games. Although the Bucks are 1-5 in their last six meetings in Chicago they get the cash tonight. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-04-16 | Wolves v. 76ers +6 | 99-109 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Philadelphia 7:05 ET 76ers (+) over Timberwolves- The call is 'Break-up the 76ers' as the lowly cellar dwelling club has won two of their last five on the road to raise their season record to 3-33. Minnesota meanwhile is having problems of their own as they have dropped their last two and five of their last six and are now 10 games under .500 (12-22). It appears that the hire of Mike DiAntoni and bringing in Jerry Conlangelo is having a positive effect. Jahlil Okafor is working his way back off the bench as Philly is improving and can win here. Take the 76ERS! |
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01-03-16 | Hawks v. Knicks +5.5 | Top | 97-111 | Win | 100 | 4 h 53 m | Show |
Atlanta at New York 3:30 ET Knicks (+) over Hawks- The Knicks took a 77-73 lead into the fourth quarter against the Bulls Friday night and then fell apart by shooting just 2-of-19 in the final stanza getting out scored 31-8. New York has now dropped five of their last six but are still one of the most improved team in the NBA this year. Atlanta meanwhile has won seven of heir last eight and have defeated the Knicks the two meetings by an average 15 points. Each of the Knicks last four losses have come of the road and the Garden will be a welcome site this afternoon. Take the KNICKS! |
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01-02-16 | Rockets v. Spurs -11.5 | 103-121 | Win | 100 | 9 h 53 m | Show | |
Houston at San Antonio 8:30 ET Spurs (+) over Rockets- On Christmas Day we posted the Rockets over the Spurs and they responded with a convincing win to hand San Antonio their only loss in the past three weeks. The Spurs are 19-0 at home and have won their last 28 games as hosts. The Rockets win on Christmas Day was the only victory over their state rivals in the past 11 meetings. Houston has no heart and too many huge egos to compete here. Take the SPURS! |
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01-02-16 | Pelicans +3 v. Mavs | Top | 105-98 | Win | 100 | 9 h 55 m | Show |
New Orleans at Dallas 8:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- The Mavericks who defeated the Curry-less Golden State Warriors handing them only their second loss of the season have fallen since then but welcome New Orleans into town. Dallas has won five straight at home and have defeated the Pelicans six straight times as hosts. The Mavericks has their four-game winning streak snapped by Miami Friday and have a huge advantage over New Orleans who are just 3-15 on the road. This two have split home wins this season against each other but this time the 'numbers' say take the Pelicans. NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-02-16 | Pistons +4.5 v. Pacers | 82-94 | Loss | -108 | 7 h 26 m | Show | |
Detroit at Indiana 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Pacers- These two have already split two meetings this season with each club holding serve and winning at home. The Pacers have dropped their last two and will be facing an improved Pistons' club that will have point guard Brandon Jennings returning. Indiana has been very inconsistent with games where their effort can be questioned while Detroit seems to put forth a professional effort every time out. Look for the Pistons to continue their fine play and get the money here. Take DETROIT! |
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12-30-15 | Clippers v. Hornets +3 | Top | 122-117 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 54 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Clippers- it looks as though the Clippers are a better team without Blake Griffin as they have won three straight including an impressive108-91 win at Washington Tuesday. Charlotte has also won their last two after having dropped five of six and defense has been the key allowing just 95 points per contest. Los Angeles has dominated the series of late winning eight of the last nine but the Clippers have been inconsistent so far this season. Take the HORNETS! |
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12-28-15 | Kings +14 v. Warriors | 103-122 | Loss | -105 | 13 h 34 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Golden State 10:35 ET Kings (+) over Warriors- The Golden State Warriors have dominated the entire league this season but none more then the Sacramento Kings the last three season winning the last 10 meetings. After receiving their first loss in Milwaukee the Warriors have won their last four and are 14-0 at home. There is no question Golden State owns the edge (and a big one) on the perimeter but the Kings DeMarcus Cousins has reached his level of expectations and has become a dominate force in the middle. With the Warriors Barbosa out Sacramento can move more freely inside. Take the KINGS! |
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12-28-15 | Nets v. Heat -9 | 111-105 | Loss | -103 | 10 h 35 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Miami 7:35 ET Heat (-) over Nets- after playing through a lull the Heat have responded with two wins over New Orleans and Orlando. The Nets who are just 2-12 on the road are off a six-game home stand and have dropped seven of their last eight. Brooklyn struggles on the defensive end of the floor allowing 106.3 points in their last eight games and committed nine turnovers in the final quarter of their loss to Washington last time out. Miami is 13-6 at home and should win here. Take the HEAT! |
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12-28-15 | Hawks +2 v. Pacers | Top | 87-93 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 8 m | Show |
Atlanta at Indiana 7:05 ET Hawks (+) over Pacers- The Pacers pounded Minnesota in the fourth quarter Saturday out-scoring them 35-11 on their way to a 102-88 victory while shooting 6-of-9 from 3-point range in the final stanza. Atlanta is know as the 3-point shoot squad led by the NBA's currently lifetime leader Kyle Kover as they bring a six-game win streak into Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Hawks swept the season series last year winning all three meetings and have won the last four overall. Atlanta defense leads the NBA in points off turnover (20.2) and committed only nine turnovers themselves their last time out. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-26-15 | Pacers v. Wolves +4.5 | Top | 102-88 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 9 m | Show |
Indiana at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Pacers- The inconsistent Indiana Pacers have dropped their last three and have five consecutive road losses where they have won since Dec 2. Minnesota meanwhile continues to struggle at home where they are just 2-11-1 ATS in their 14 games as hosts this season. These two played to a tight 107-103 victory for the Pacers in Indiana back in early November. The Timberwolves are off their worst defeat of the season against the Spurs 108-83 Wednesday and will put forth a professional effort tonight. Take MINNESOTA |
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12-26-15 | Raptors v. Bucks +3 | 111-90 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 59 m | Show | |
Toronto at Milwaukee 5:00 ET Bucks (+) over Raptors- Milwaukee is without coach Jason Kidd and has interim coach Joe Prunty running the show and he is off on the right foot as the Bucks run out the lowing 76ers in his debut. Toronto relies on it's back court of Lowery and DeRozan which is averaging a combined 43.6 points but will up against defenders Michael Carter-Williams and Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Raptors are just 1-4 ATS in their last five overall and 2-6 ATS when following a straight-up win, while the Bucks are 5-1 ATS in their last six home games. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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12-26-15 | Wizards v. Nets +3 | 111-96 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 10 m | Show | |
Washington at Brooklyn 4:00 ET Nets (+) over Wizards- The Wizards are starting to play basketball the way they closed the season last year as defense has been the key in their getting to with one game of .500. (13-14). Brooklyn who took the Mavericks into overtime Wednesday before succumbing 119-118 have dropped six of their last seven but have been much more competitive of late. Washington hasn't rewarded it's backers as a road favorite and they are without Bradley Beat and Otto Porter Jr. The Nets Thaddeus Young is showing his stuff of late and they are playing with extra effort. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-25-15 | Spurs v. Rockets +7 | 84-88 | Win | 100 | 21 h 27 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Spurs- Everyone keeps talking about the Golden State Warriors but the Spurs are a hot as anybody as they have won eight straight by an average margin of 21.4 points including the last four my at least 20. That's a lot of blowout wins. Houston is playing better of late winning 10 of their last15 but are off a disappointing loss at Orlando Wednesday. The Spurs have won the last three in the series while Houston had won the previous six. The Rockets have enough fire-power and incentive to keep this one close. Take HOUSTON! |
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12-25-15 | Cavs +7 v. Warriors | 83-89 | Win | 100 | 19 h 35 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Golden State 5:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- This is the day and match-up where so many predicted Golden State would lose their first game of the season. Sorry to disappoint but the Bucks made that case mute. Both clubs are once again the top in their conferences and the Warriors head into Christmas day with a 31-game regular season home winning streak. Kyrie Irving who was hurt in Game One of the Finals against Golden State has returned and helps the Cavaliers depth and overall offensive potential. LeBron James will be at his best and this one comes down to the final buzzer. Take CLEVELAND! |
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12-25-15 | Bulls +9 v. Thunder | 105-96 | Win | 100 | 16 h 57 m | Show | |
Chicago at Oklahoma City 2:30 ET Bulls (+) over Thunder- The Bulls are off three straight losses including a listless 105-102 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday while Oklahoma City is off three straight wins and have won their last five home meetings against Chicago. The Bulls center Joakim Noah will miss this encounter and that not be such a negative for them as he is averaging a career low 4.5 points as it appears Hoiberg's faster paced game isn't suited to Noah's style of play. Derrick Rose and Jimmy Butler combined for 55 in a win over the Thunder in Chicago in November and can help keep this one close. Take the BULLS! |
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12-23-15 | Mavs v. Nets +3 | Top | 119-118 | Win | 100 | 10 h 42 m | Show |
Dallas at Brooklyn 7:35 ET Nets (+) over Mavericks- Although the road team has won seven of the last eight meetings the Nets are in a great spot to upset the Mavericks. Dallas is off a disappointing loss at Toronto last night which dropped them to 8-8 on the road and will be without guard Deron Williams who was looking forward to returning to Brooklyn against his former club. The Mavs will be further short-handed in the back-court as Devin Harris will also be sidelined. Dirk Nowitzki is beginning to show signs of ware-and-tear of a long and productive career. Look for the Nets to get it done here. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-23-15 | Kings +7 v. Pacers | 108-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 13 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Indiana 7:00 ET Kings (+) over Pacers- The Pacers return home where they are 7-1 straight-up and 6-2 ATS in their last eight before before getting pasted twice on the road in Memphis and San Antonio. Sacramento dropped to 1-2 on their four-game road trip running out of gas at Washington Monday night falling 113-99 to the Wizards. The Kings record (11-17) does not necessarily reflect the improvement of their overall play with the addition of temperamental Rajon Rondo and DeMarcus Cousins. I see the trend continuing. Take SACRAMENTO! |