01-04-21 |
Pacers +1.5 v. Pelicans |
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118-116 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 30 m |
Show
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After falling to the Knicks on Saturday night in the final game of a four-game homestand, the Pacers (4-2) will hope to get back in the win column when they visit New Orleans on Monday night for a showdown with the Pelicans (4-2). While starting the season 3-0, the Pacers dominated points in the paint, outscoring their opponents by a combined 76 points on the interior over those first three contests. But they tied Boston and only edged Cleveland by two points in the paint over their next two games before Saturday, when it was the Knicks who owned the paint, outscoring Indiana 56-26 on their way to a 106-102 victory. Squares will likely be all over the Pelicans but we're not squares.
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01-04-21 |
Knicks v. Hawks UNDER 223.5 |
Top |
113-108 |
Win
|
101 |
12 h 6 m |
Show
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Like the Cavs, however, the Knicks are an improved defensive bunch in comparison to previous years, and New York currently ranks as a top-eight defense on a per-possession basis. That likely isn’t sustainable at that level, but the Knicks are playing better basketball on the whole, as evidenced by a 3-3 record. With that said, New York’s offense is not explosive, scoring only 1.03 points per possession. That includes a ghastly 18.1 percent turnover rate and, if the Hawks can create havoc, that could spur Atlanta’s offensive attack in transition.
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01-04-21 |
Knicks +6.5 v. Hawks |
Top |
113-108 |
Win
|
102 |
12 h 51 m |
Show
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The Knicks are an improved defensive bunch in comparison to previous years, and New York currently ranks as a top-eight defense on a per-possession basis. That likely isn’t sustainable at that level, but the Knicks are playing better basketball on the whole, as evidenced by a 3-3 record.
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01-03-21 |
Blazers v. Warriors +5.5 |
Top |
122-137 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 45 m |
Show
|
The Blazers just put a beat down on the Warriors, 123-98, but we know how that goes, especially when we see a number that clearly wants the public to jump on Portland which they've done. Like yesterday, we're going to be sharper.
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01-03-21 |
Wizards v. Nets OVER 240.5 |
Top |
123-122 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 41 m |
Show
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Durant scored 28 points but the Nets turned in their worst showing of the season with Friday's 114-96 loss to Atlanta. Durant has scored at least 25 points in four straight games and the latest one occurred two nights after Brooklyn scored 145 points on Atlanta on 54 percent shooting This time, the Nets missed their first 11 3-pointers, 30 of 37 3-point tries overall, shot a season-worst 40.7 percent and saw Kyrie Irving hit just 6 of 21 shots. It marked their third loss in four games since cruising to blowout wins over Golden State and Boston and each loss has seen them shoot 42 percent or less. Believe me, this will be a defenseless game.
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01-03-21 |
Celtics v. Pistons +8.5 |
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122-120 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 57 m |
Show
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The Celtics have failed to cover four of their last six games against the Pistons including a SU loss to Detroit in game one of this two game series. The public will likely be all over Boston but lets be better and take the points with a team who has proven they don't need the points to get a victory.
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01-02-21 |
Knicks v. Pacers UNDER 215.5 |
Top |
106-102 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 47 m |
Show
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The two teams matchup for the second time this season. The Pacers defeated the Knicks 121-107 in their last meeting on Dec. 23. Domantas Sabonis led Indiana with 32 points, and RJ Barrett paced New York with 26 points. Naturally the public see's a 215 and jumps all over the OVER. We're a little too sharp for that.
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01-02-21 |
Knicks +9.5 v. Pacers |
Top |
106-102 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 57 m |
Show
|
New York is hoping to build a contender around forwards RJ Barrett, the third overall pick in 2019, and rookie Obi Toppin, the eighth overall selection in this year's draft. Barrett showed promise as a rookie, averaging 14.3 points, 5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists last season. Toppin was the best player in college basketball last year, earning consensus National Player of the Year honors while at Dayton.
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01-02-21 |
Kings v. Rockets UNDER 233.5 |
|
94-102 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 28 m |
Show
|
Neither team was very good on the defensive end in their first match-up, a 122-119 Rockets win on Thursday. Naturally, the public will be on the over because that's what they do. Let them drive this number up so we can reap the full benefit of their mistakes once again.
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01-01-21 |
Blazers v. Warriors +4 |
|
123-98 |
Loss |
-102 |
16 h 36 m |
Show
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The Portland Trail Blazers have had a mixed start to their season. Facing four Western Conference playoff rivals, the Trail Blazers have recorded decent wins against the Lakers and Rockets but have suffered 20+ point losses to the Clippers and Jazz. Steph Curry's fitness will be pivotal if the Golden State Warriors are to have a successful season without fellow shooter Klay Thompson available. Curry is aware that most of the offensive output will be on him this year and is already living up to the demand.
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01-01-21 |
Blazers v. Warriors UNDER 231.5 |
Top |
123-98 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 30 m |
Show
|
Coach Terry Stotts will be hoping for more consistent scoring from his team if they are to remain on course for the postseason. I see the Warriors inconsistent scoring continuing but they should be better defensively for their first home game.
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01-01-21 |
Clippers v. Jazz +4 |
Top |
100-106 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 15 m |
Show
|
Utah won two of its three meetings with the Clippers in the abbreviated 2019-20 season. The Clippers have lost five straight in Salt Lake City, dating back to 2017. The Jazz come into this matchup with a healthy roster, while the Clippers continue to be without Marcus Morris Sr., who is dealing with knee soreness
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12-31-20 |
Pelicans v. Thunder UNDER 215.5 |
Top |
113-80 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 41 m |
Show
|
Since making 19 of 42 3-pointers in a season-opening win over the Toronto Raptors, New Orleans has canned only 18 of 83 attempts (21.7 percent) from behind the arc. Pelicans coach Stan Van Gundy said the hot shooting in the opener masked other problems in the offense that have been evident in every game except Sunday's 98-95 win against the San Antonio Spurs.
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12-31-20 |
Kings v. Rockets UNDER 230 |
Top |
119-122 |
Loss |
-109 |
12 h 48 m |
Show
|
Defensively, Sacramento has shown improvement compared to last season. The team ranks fourth in fast-break points allowed per game and isn’t giving up too many second-chance opportunities to opponents. The Kings are gobbling up 77.3 of their defensive rebounds — fourth-best in the NBA — and their defensive rating has improved by 1.8 points per 100 possessions compared to last season.
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12-31-20 |
76ers v. Magic UNDER 218.5 |
|
116-92 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 7 m |
Show
|
The Magic offense has been as good as any this year while surrendering over 111 points a game, one of the league worse. You then have to ask yourself why is the total just 218? Philly shot just 38% from the field against Toronto and still managed 100 points. This game will easily go under the total while bookmakers beg you to take the over with this number. This is where experience cashes our ticket.
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12-30-20 |
Blazers v. Clippers UNDER 226 |
Top |
105-128 |
Loss |
-109 |
9 h 49 m |
Show
|
Derrick Jones Jr. and Robert Covington delivered as advertised against the Lakers, hindering the impact of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. The pair’s switchability, length and athleticism have been key components in the team’s first two wins and will again be needed against the Clippers star wings.
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12-30-20 |
Grizzlies v. Celtics OVER 216 |
|
107-126 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 30 m |
Show
|
Boston is playing back to back nights and dating back to last season they didn't finish, or start, as a good home bet. Ja' Morant is out but don't fall for this sucker bet. The pace will be quick.
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12-30-20 |
Grizzlies +6 v. Celtics |
Top |
107-126 |
Loss |
-103 |
7 h 39 m |
Show
|
Boston is playing back to back nights and dating back to last season they didn't finish, or start, as a good home bet. Ja' Morant is out but don't fall for this sucker bet.
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12-29-20 |
Nuggets v. Kings +2.5 |
|
115-125 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 39 m |
Show
|
There are plenty of elements of the Kings game plan from opening night that the Kings can hope to replicate. First among them is the offensive glass. Richaun Holmes, Marvin Bagley, and Hassan Whiteside are all more athletic than their Denver counterparts; they should be able to command the boards and create extra chances for the Kings while also closing out possessions on the defensive end.
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12-29-20 |
Raptors +2.5 v. 76ers |
Top |
93-100 |
Loss |
-109 |
14 h 45 m |
Show
|
The Raptors have won none of the last 12 regular-season meetings over Philly over the past three years and took the 2019 Eastern Conference semifinal series 4-3. It is unclear whether Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid will be available after missing the Sixers' 118-94 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. If not already worrying about how a poor Cleveland squad could so easily beat their team, the 76ers fanbase will be more shocked by how obvious their reliance on their 26-year old center is.
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12-29-20 |
Knicks v. Cavs UNDER 217.5 |
Top |
95-86 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 35 m |
Show
|
This looks like an easy over on paper but remember what happens when things look easy. Dana uses his experience to know that this will easily go under.
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12-28-20 |
Jazz v. Thunder +7.5 |
|
110-109 |
Win
|
101 |
15 h 53 m |
Show
|
The Utah Jazz haven't shot the ball well to start the season. Their two main scorers in Donovan Mitchell and Bojan Bogdanovic are only scoring at 30.8% and 26.7% respectively. The ball movement needs to get better quickly as well to make their offense more fluid. You won't keep that duo down long. Both will shoot for a higher percentage pushing this game Over the total.
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12-28-20 |
Jazz v. Thunder OVER 220 |
Top |
110-109 |
Loss |
-100 |
15 h 46 m |
Show
|
The Utah Jazz haven't shot the ball well to start the season. Their two main scorers in Donovan Mitchell and Bojan Bogdanovic are only scoring at 30.8% and 26.7% respectively. The ball movement needs to get better quickly as well to make their offense more fluid. You won't keep that duo down long. Both will shoot for a higher percentage pushing this game Over the total.
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12-28-20 |
Pistons +9.5 v. Hawks |
Top |
120-128 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 30 m |
Show
|
The Detroit Pistons could make it tough for the Atlanta Hawks, as their trio of point guards have the wherewithal to bother Trae Young and disrupt his playmaking. This is a let down spot for the Hawks.
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12-27-20 |
Spurs v. Pelicans UNDER 228.5 |
|
95-98 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 40 m |
Show
|
The Spurs have continued to display their new-found affinity for pace so far this year. Just as in their surprising run in Orlando, they’re pushing in transition more often and rarely settling into the choreographed sets that defined much of the team’s offense in the last couple of years. Instead, they frequently flow directly into early offense or motion-based attacks that keep the defense on its heels. The pace will slow down as the game moves on.
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12-27-20 |
Nets v. Hornets +11 |
Top |
104-106 |
Win
|
100 |
3 h 50 m |
Show
|
On the offensive end I’d love to see the Hornets repeatedly get Kyrie Irving in pick-and-roll situations and try to wear him down chasing Devonte’ Graham or Terry Rozier every minute he’s on the floor. Irving isn’t known for his defense and the more he has to work on that side of the ball, the less energy he’ll have to efficiently drop 30-plus points.
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12-27-20 |
Mavs +5 v. Clippers |
Top |
124-73 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 17 m |
Show
|
The Clippers' 121-108 Christmas Day victory over the Denver Nuggets came at a cost. All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard was forced to leave the contest midway through the fourth quarter after taking an elbow to the face from teammate Serge Ibaka. Leonard received eight stitches in what club officials described as a mouth laceration. Leonard's status for Sunday's game is unknown. He was listed as day-to-day on the injury report on Saturday.
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12-26-20 |
Suns v. Kings +3.5 |
Top |
103-106 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 43 m |
Show
|
Very few teams can match the shooting depth that the Sacramento Kings possess. Richaun Holmes and Hassan Whiteside are pretty much the only two players who can't pop up for a three but have enough in their tank to make an impact inside the paint.
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12-26-20 |
Suns v. Kings UNDER 227 |
Top |
103-106 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 37 m |
Show
|
Very few teams can match the shooting depth that the Sacramento Kings possess. Richaun Holmes and Hassan Whiteside are pretty much the only two players who can't pop up for a three but have enough in their tank to make an impact inside the paint. They'll have plenty of success this season I just think this number is a little too high.
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12-26-20 |
Rockets +8 v. Blazers |
Top |
126-128 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 31 m |
Show
|
Complete chaos surrounds the Houston Rockets but lets say they put it together for one night, especially getting the generous amount of points. The Portland Trail Blazers will look to bounce back and earn their first win of the season after being routed by the Utah Jazz 120-100 in their season opener.
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12-26-20 |
Wolves +8 v. Jazz |
|
116-111 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 48 m |
Show
|
|
12-26-20 |
Wolves v. Jazz UNDER 228 |
|
116-111 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 47 m |
Show
|
Minnesota went 2-10 in Northwest Division play and 11-21 on the road in the 2019-20 season. The Timberwolves allowed opponents to score 117.5 points per game and shoot 47.7% from the field last season. I need to see a turnaround before I can feel comfortable against a team like Utah.
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12-26-20 |
Raptors v. Spurs +2.5 |
Top |
114-119 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 27 m |
Show
|
During an extremely brief preseason, the Spurs looked nothing like the team that blew expectations away in the Orlando Bubble. While everyone knew patience was required while waiting for either Keldon Johnson and/or Derrick White to return, no one expected the turnaround to happen so quickly. With Johnson returning in the Spurs season-opener in Memphis, they seemingly flipped a switch after a slow start, returning to the energetic, unpredictable style of offense they showcased in Orlando.
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12-26-20 |
Raptors v. Spurs OVER 226 |
Top |
114-119 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 22 m |
Show
|
During an extremely brief preseason, the Spurs looked nothing like the team that blew expectations away in the Orlando Bubble. While everyone knew patience was required while waiting for either Keldon Johnson and/or Derrick White to return, no one expected the turnaround to happen so quickly. With Johnson returning in the Spurs season-opener in Memphis, they seemingly flipped a switch after a slow start, returning to the energetic, unpredictable style of offense they showcased in Orlando.
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12-26-20 |
Pacers v. Bulls +5 |
|
125-106 |
Loss |
-100 |
10 h 5 m |
Show
|
Zach LaVine, although inconsistent at times, has shown All-Star potential and has had several games where he was incredible against some of the best in the league. Coby White and rookie Patrick Williams have also defied expectations of many in the NBA community and could develop into very good players very soon. Don't take to heart what you just saw from both teams in their opener and expect that trend to continue. It's rarely that easy.
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12-26-20 |
Pacers v. Bulls OVER 221.5 |
|
125-106 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 2 m |
Show
|
Zach LaVine, although inconsistent at times, has shown All-Star potential and has had several games where he was incredible against some of the best in the league. Coby White and rookie Patrick Williams have also defied expectations of many in the NBA community and could develop into very good players very soon. Don't take to heart what you just saw from both teams in their opener and expect that trend to continue. It's rarely that easy.
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12-26-20 |
76ers v. Knicks +9 |
Top |
109-89 |
Loss |
-110 |
10 h 45 m |
Show
|
Remember the Knicks had a winning record against the spread last season which tells me they are on their way up. Teams tend to improve most from games 1-2 so I'm more than happy to take the nine points.
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12-26-20 |
76ers v. Knicks OVER 215.5 |
Top |
109-89 |
Loss |
-110 |
10 h 42 m |
Show
|
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12-26-20 |
Cavs +2.5 v. Pistons |
|
128-119 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 32 m |
Show
|
Cleveland Cavaliers (1-0) showed signs of massive improvement on both ends in their opening 121-114 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Given how well the team is improving, many believe the Cavs could, in fact, make the 2021 NBA playoffs, despite being in a stacked Eastern Conference. A large part of how impressive the Cleveland Cavaliers' have looked has hinged on the improvement of their younger players. Darius Garland has started to show the potential to be an elite NBA point guard one day.
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12-26-20 |
Thunder +3 v. Hornets |
|
109-107 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 23 m |
Show
|
The Charlotte Hornets will be looking to bounce back after a fairly demoralizing loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers in a game where Terry Rozier managed 42 points. Devonte’ Graham had a tough night offensively as he registered merely 10 points in addition to 10 assists, and the Charlotte Hornets’ defense looked incapable of keeping up with the offensive versatility of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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12-26-20 |
Thunder v. Hornets OVER 217 |
|
109-107 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 15 m |
Show
|
The Charlotte Hornets will be looking to bounce back after a fairly demoralizing loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers in a game where Terry Rozier managed 42 points. Devonte’ Graham had a tough night offensively as he registered merely 10 points in addition to 10 assists, and the Charlotte Hornets’ defense looked incapable of keeping up with the offensive versatility of the Cleveland Cavaliers. I look for Charlotte to be better on the offensive end, pushing this game over.
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12-26-20 |
Magic +2 v. Wizards |
Top |
130-120 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 28 m |
Show
|
The Wizards were outscored 40-24 in the fourth quarter of their opening game loss, which is no recipe for any kind of success. They still don't look as if they have the killer instinct that will allow them to turn the corner as a franchise. The loss showed that they will need more help, especially from the bench, in order to beat the Magic. Every player on the Wizards active roster was able to get on the scoreboard but Davis Bertans and Thomas Bryant scoring a combined 24 points wasn’t enough support to Beal and Westbrook to get the job done.
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12-26-20 |
Hawks +1.5 v. Grizzlies |
Top |
122-112 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 40 m |
Show
|
The Atlanta Hawks looked impressive in their 124-104 win over the Chicago Bulls in their season opener. It was the perfect start for the young Hawks team that expects to make a leap this year after a disappointing 2019-20 season. Atlanta went all-in on this offense, and it paid off in the first game. Atlanta shot 54% from the field, going 43 out of 80. They had seven players that put up 11 or more points.
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12-26-20 |
Hawks v. Grizzlies UNDER 237 |
Top |
122-112 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 36 m |
Show
|
The Atlanta Hawks looked impressive in their 124-104 win over the Chicago Bulls in their season opener. It was the perfect start for the young Hawks team that expects to make a leap this year after a disappointing 2019-20 season. Atlanta went all-in on this offense, and it paid off in the first game. Atlanta shot 54% from the field, going 43 out of 80. They had seven players that put up 11 or more points.
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12-25-20 |
Clippers v. Nuggets +2.5 |
|
121-108 |
Loss |
-105 |
19 h 1 m |
Show
|
LA is coming off a thrilling victory over the Lakers to kick off the season. Paul George was the star of the night from that game, as he finished with 33 points on 13-of-18 shooting including five made from deep. Switching over to Denver’s side, they’re coming off a heartbreaking loss at the buzzer in overtime to the Sacramento Kings. There might be some tired legs for sure, as all five members of the starting lineup played at least 30 minutes, including two players who were out there for at least 40 minutes. When it looks too easy it usually is.
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12-25-20 |
Clippers v. Nuggets UNDER 225.5 |
|
121-108 |
Loss |
-110 |
19 h 56 m |
Show
|
LA is coming off a thrilling victory over the Lakers to kick off the season. Paul George was the star of the night from that game, as he finished with 33 points on 13-of-18 shooting including five made from deep. Switching over to Denver’s side, they’re coming off a heartbreaking loss at the buzzer in overtime to the Sacramento Kings. There might be some tired legs for sure, as all five members of the starting lineup played at least 30 minutes, including two players who were out there for at least 40 minutes. When it looks too easy it usually is.
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12-25-20 |
Mavs +7 v. Lakers |
Top |
115-138 |
Loss |
-114 |
17 h 50 m |
Show
|
LeBron James say out the final eight minutes in the Lakers loss to the Clippers and despite him saying he's good to go lets see if that is in fact true. No worries for Doncic as he was fantastic in the Mavs opener against Phoenix.
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12-25-20 |
Mavs v. Lakers OVER 227 |
Top |
115-138 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 47 m |
Show
|
LeBron James say out the final eight minutes in the Lakers loss to the Clippers and despite him saying he's good to go lets see if that is in fact true. No worries for Doncic as he was fantastic in the Mavs opener against Phoenix. James will be strong enough to push this game OVER.
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12-25-20 |
Nets v. Celtics +3.5 |
Top |
123-95 |
Loss |
-114 |
15 h 48 m |
Show
|
For the foreseeable future, home court advantage — such as it is — will come down to, as Spencer Dinwiddie described, the chance to stick to a regular routine, and sleep at home rather than be traveling. Boston opened up the season with a 122-121 win over Milwaukee on Wednesday night, courtesy of Jayson Tatum’s banked-in 3-pointer in the final seconds. The Celtics lost Gordon Hayward as a free agent, and they’ll be without Kemba Walker for a while due to knee troubles, but they added Kyrie Irving’s old Cleveland teammate, Tristan Thompson, to shore up the frontcourt. Tatum had 30 points and seven rebounds against the Bucks with six 3-pointers, and Jaylen Brown had 33, five rebounds, and four assists. Veteran point guard Jeff Teague is another new addition and he had 19 points while making 4-of-4 3-pointers in Boston’s opener.
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12-25-20 |
Nets v. Celtics UNDER 227.5 |
Top |
123-95 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 33 m |
Show
|
For the foreseeable future, home court advantage — such as it is — will come down to, as Spencer Dinwiddie described, the chance to stick to a regular routine, and sleep at home rather than be traveling. Boston opened up the season with a 122-121 win over Milwaukee on Wednesday night, courtesy of Jayson Tatum’s banked-in 3-pointer in the final seconds. The Celtics lost Gordon Hayward as a free agent, and they’ll be without Kemba Walker for a while due to knee troubles, but they added Kyrie Irving’s old Cleveland teammate, Tristan Thompson, to shore up the frontcourt. Tatum had 30 points and seven rebounds against the Bucks with six 3-pointers, and Jaylen Brown had 33, five rebounds, and four assists. Veteran point guard Jeff Teague is another new addition and he had 19 points while making 4-of-4 3-pointers in Boston’s opener.
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12-25-20 |
Warriors +10.5 v. Bucks |
|
99-138 |
Loss |
-110 |
13 h 55 m |
Show
|
Curry is again the primary option without Green and fellow All-Star Klay Thompson, who is recovering from a torn ACL. Curry took at least five more shots than any of his teammates in the loss to the Nets. Until another Warrior can prove he can provide perimeter scoring — Oubre and Andrew Wiggins collectively made just 2 of 12 3-point attempts against the Nets — expect Curry to get plenty of shots. Expect improvement from Golden State and Curry from their effort against the Nets.
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12-25-20 |
Warriors v. Bucks OVER 231.5 |
|
99-138 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 37 m |
Show
|
The Bucks led the NBA in points per game (118.7) and points differential (10.0) and were second in field goal percentage (47.6) last season. They were 27-21 against the spread in games in which they were at least a 9-point favorite last year. Expect Curry to score a lot, too. Curry is now the primary option without Green and fellow All-Star Klay Thompson, who is recovering from a torn ACL.
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12-25-20 |
Pelicans v. Heat OVER 223.5 |
Top |
98-111 |
Loss |
-107 |
11 h 22 m |
Show
|
New Orleans offensive possessions are more fluent and production seems to have increased dramatically under new head coach Stan Van Gundy. For Miami, not only has Tyler Herro looked impressive, but so has fellow guard Duncan Robinson. The sharpshooting duo took some time to find their feet in the preseason, but started to dominate as soon as they did. In the few minutes he has received, rookie Precious Achiuwa has looked impressive as well.
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12-25-20 |
Pelicans v. Heat -3.5 |
Top |
98-111 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 11 m |
Show
|
Not only has Tyler Herro looked impressive, but so has fellow guard Duncan Robinson. The sharpshooting duo took some time to find their feet in the preseason, but started to dominate as soon as they did. In the few minutes he has received, rookie Precious Achiuwa has looked impressive as well.
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12-23-20 |
Mavs v. Suns +1.5 |
Top |
102-106 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 17 m |
Show
|
Whether its pull-ups, catch-and-shoots, drives to the basket or hand-off, one thing all NBA fans have learned over the past few seasons is the Booker will get buckets. As he enters his sixth NBA season, can Booker and the Suns build on the momentum they found in the bubble and couple individual success with team success and end the team’s 10-year playoff drought? A strong showing against Doncic and the Mavs would be a great start.
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12-23-20 |
Mavs v. Suns UNDER 234 |
Top |
102-106 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 16 m |
Show
|
Whether its pull-ups, catch-and-shoots, drives to the basket or hand-off, one thing all NBA fans have learned over the past few seasons is the Booker will get buckets. As he enters his sixth NBA season, can Booker and the Suns build on the momentum they found in the bubble and couple individual success with team success and end the team’s 10-year playoff drought? A strong showing against Doncic and the Mavs would be a great start.
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12-23-20 |
Jazz -1 v. Blazers |
|
120-100 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 57 m |
Show
|
The Utah Jazz enter the 2020-21 season with essentially the same roster as they had last season. Their biggest offseason move was to sign two-time Defensive Player of the Year center Rudy Gobert to a 5-year $205 million contract. Portland, meanwhile, has two new starters in Robert Covington and Derrick Jones Jr.—three if you count the return of Jusuf Nurkic who missed most of last season.
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12-23-20 |
Jazz v. Blazers OVER 226 |
|
120-100 |
Loss |
-104 |
8 h 51 m |
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The Utah Jazz enter the 2020-21 season with essentially the same roster as they had last season. Their biggest offseason move was to sign two-time Defensive Player of the Year center Rudy Gobert to a 5-year $205 million contract. Portland, meanwhile, has two new starters in Robert Covington and Derrick Jones Jr.—three if you count the return of Jusuf Nurkic who missed most of last season.
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12-23-20 |
Kings +8 v. Nuggets |
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124-122 |
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100 |
7 h 12 m |
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Although Sacramento isn’t expected to make the playoffs this season, the team has a lot of promising talents who could help the Kings surprise a few opponents this campaign. With all teams starting 0-0, it is important for the Nuggets to not take this group lightly. “We’ve had Dec. 23 circled ever since the schedule came and we know we’ll have our hands full tomorrow night against the Sacramento Kings,” Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said. “So, it will be a great challenge to start the year.”
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12-23-20 |
Kings v. Nuggets UNDER 226.5 |
Top |
124-122 |
Loss |
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7 h 6 m |
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Although Sacramento isn’t expected to make the playoffs this season, the team has a lot of promising talents who could help the Kings surprise a few opponents this campaign. With all teams starting 0-0, it is important for the Nuggets to not take this group lightly. “We’ve had Dec. 23 circled ever since the schedule came and we know we’ll have our hands full tomorrow night against the Sacramento Kings,” Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said. “So, it will be a great challenge to start the year.”
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12-23-20 |
Pistons +6 v. Wolves |
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101-111 |
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6 h 28 m |
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Over a year has passed, and in that timeframe, both teams have gone through significant roster overhauls. During Detroit’s offseason, the team most notably acquired forward Jerami Grant, center Mason Plumlee, and drafted guard Killian Hayes and forward Saddiq Bey. In Minnesota, the team has added five new faces, headlined by No. 1 Draft selection Anthony Edwards, No. 28 pick Jaden McDaniels, playmaking guard Ricky Rubio, and veteran Ed Davis. Although the Timberwolves’ final roster has been set, the starting lineup on opening night is still in flux.
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12-23-20 |
Pistons v. Wolves UNDER 224.5 |
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101-111 |
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100 |
6 h 20 m |
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Over a year has passed, and in that timeframe, both teams have gone through significant roster overhauls. During Detroit’s offseason, the team most notably acquired forward Jerami Grant, center Mason Plumlee, and drafted guard Killian Hayes and forward Saddiq Bey. In Minnesota, the team has added five new faces, headlined by No. 1 Draft selection Anthony Edwards, No. 28 pick Jaden McDaniels, playmaking guard Ricky Rubio, and veteran Ed Davis. Although the Timberwolves’ final roster has been set, the starting lineup on opening night is still in flux.
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12-23-20 |
Hawks -1.5 v. Bulls |
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124-104 |
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100 |
12 h 11 m |
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The Billy Donovan era will tip off for the Chicago Bulls when they host the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams. Chicago hired Donovan during the shortened offseason to replace Jim Boylen, who went 39-84 in less than two seasons at the helm. Donovan quickly became the Bulls' top target after a five-year tenure with the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were 243-157 under his leadership and made the playoffs every season. I think it will take some time to gel under the new staff.
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12-23-20 |
Hawks v. Bulls UNDER 231.5 |
Top |
124-104 |
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100 |
12 h 58 m |
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The Billy Donovan era will tip off for the Chicago Bulls when they host the Atlanta hawks on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams. Chicago hired Donovan during the shortened offseason to replace Jim Boylen, who went 39-84 in less than two seasons at the helm. Donovan quickly became the Bulls' top target after a five-year tenure with the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were 243-157 under his leadership and made the playoffs every season.
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12-23-20 |
Spurs +2.5 v. Grizzlies |
Top |
131-119 |
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100 |
11 h 47 m |
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The Spurs only need a red-hot Aldridge or DeRozan to pull away from a Memphis team lacking in star power beyond Morant
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12-23-20 |
Spurs v. Grizzlies OVER 231 |
Top |
131-119 |
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100 |
11 h 43 m |
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The Spurs only need a red-hot Aldridge or DeRozan to pull away from a Memphis team lacking in star power beyond Morant
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12-23-20 |
Pelicans v. Raptors -4 |
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113-99 |
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12 h 58 m |
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The Pelicans, who failed to qualify for the playoffs last season, have a new coach in Stan Van Gundy, who's expected to emphasize defense. The Pelicans lost Derrick Favors as a free agent and traded Jrue Holiday to the Milwaukee Bucks in the offseason. They acquired Steven Adams and Eric Bledsoe in trades and Kira Lewis Jr. in the draft. Zion Williamson is looking forward to playing more games and more minutes, hopefully free from injury. As a rookie, Williamson played 33 minutes or more just three times in 24 games.
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12-23-20 |
Pelicans v. Raptors UNDER 229 |
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113-99 |
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100 |
12 h 48 m |
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The Pelicans, who failed to qualify for the playoffs last season, have a new coach in Stan Van Gundy, who's expected to emphasize defense. The Pelicans lost Derrick Favors as a free agent and traded Jrue Holiday to the Milwaukee Bucks in the offseason. They acquired Steven Adams and Eric Bledsoe in trades and Kira Lewis Jr. in the draft. Zion Williamson is looking forward to playing more games and more minutes, hopefully free from injury. As a rookie, Williamson played 33 minutes or more just three times in 24 games.
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12-23-20 |
Bucks v. Celtics +3.5 |
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121-122 |
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100 |
12 h 12 m |
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Kemba Walker’s knee remains a bit of a concern and Gordon Hayward has moved on to Charlotte. That said, Boston and coach Brad Stevens have more than enough — Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart — to contend once again starting tonight.
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12-23-20 |
Bucks v. Celtics OVER 224 |
Top |
121-122 |
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100 |
12 h 7 m |
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Kemba Walker’s knee remains a bit of a concern and Gordon Hayward has moved on to Charlotte. That said, Boston and coach Brad Stevens have more than enough — Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart — to contend once again starting tonight.
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12-23-20 |
Knicks +8 v. Pacers |
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107-121 |
Loss |
-104 |
13 h 49 m |
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Pacers returning starters T.J. Warren and Myles Turner were back at practice on Sunday and should be good to go against the Knicks after being limited in training camp. Warren did not play in the preseason while dealing with plantar fasciitis, while Turner missed the last two exhibitions after being evaluated for a concussion. The Knicks also have a new head coach in Tom Thibodeau. The former Bulls and Timberwolves head coach brings his defensive-minded style to the Big Apple, hoping to turn around a Knicks team that has not made the playoffs since 2013.
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12-23-20 |
Knicks v. Pacers OVER 212 |
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107-121 |
Win
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100 |
13 h 34 m |
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Returning starters T.J. Warren and Myles Turner were back at practice on Sunday and should be good to go against the Knicks after being limited in training camp. Warren did not play in the preseason while dealing with plantar fasciitis, while Turner missed the last two exhibitions after being evaluated for a concussion. The Knicks also have a new head coach in Tom Thibodeau. The former Bulls and Timberwolves head coach brings his defensive-minded style to the Big Apple, hoping to turn around a Knicks team that has not made the playoffs since 2013.
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12-23-20 |
Wizards +7.5 v. 76ers |
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107-113 |
Win
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101 |
12 h 56 m |
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The first glimpses of Bradley Beal and Russell Westbrook play together in the last preseason game are past us so it’s time to see how things unfold when it really matters. As expected, Beal and Westbrook saw limited minutes in the last preseason game. Beal, who averaged 36 minutes per game last season, was on the floor for 27 and Westbrook only saw 17 minutes. Will Beal drop 30.5 points a game this season?
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12-23-20 |
Wizards v. 76ers OVER 229 |
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107-113 |
Loss |
-105 |
12 h 54 m |
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The first glimpses of Bradley Beal and Russell Westbrook play together in the last preseason game are past us so it’s time to see how things unfold when it really matters. As expected, Beal and Westbrook saw limited minutes in the last preseason game. Beal, who averaged 36 minutes per game last season, was on the floor for 27 and Westbrook only saw 17 minutes. Will Beal drop 30.5 points a game this season?
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12-23-20 |
Hornets v. Cavs +2.5 |
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114-121 |
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100 |
13 h 54 m |
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After mustering back-to-back 19-win seasons, the Cavaliers aim to start the 2020-21 campaign on the right note against the visiting Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. The continued development of Collin Sexton will be a major storyline for Cleveland, which saw the 21-year-old take a step forward after the team traded Jordan Clarkson to Utah last December.
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12-23-20 |
Heat v. Magic +4.5 |
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107-113 |
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100 |
12 h 16 m |
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This is nothing more than a situation where the Miami Heat can't be pumped up for this one after losing in the NBA Finals a few short months ago. I'll take the home team to surprise.
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12-23-20 |
Heat v. Magic UNDER 218.5 |
Top |
107-113 |
Loss |
-109 |
12 h 13 m |
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Simply a case of the Heat shooting a lot of three's in an effort to find that same formula that took them to the NBA Finals last season.
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12-23-20 |
Hornets v. Cavs UNDER 216.5 |
Top |
114-121 |
Loss |
-110 |
6 h 45 m |
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The continued development of Collin Sexton will be a major storyline for Cleveland, which saw the 21-year-old take a step forward after the team traded Jordan Clarkson to Utah last December. "He finished on an extremely high note and I think it's our responsibility to get him back there," Cleveland coach J.B. Bickerstaff said of Sexton, who averaged a team-best 20.8 points per game. When we last left the Cavs they were cashing overs left and right at home. Lets see if that trend continues tonight.
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12-22-20 |
Clippers v. Lakers OVER 219.5 |
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116-109 |
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100 |
4 h 34 m |
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For the Clippers, change is most evident in the revamped coaching staff. Tyronn Lue has replaced Doc Rivers, and Lue's staff is full of mostly new faces that should help the team form a new identity on both ends of the floor. Notable names include Dan Craig, Chauncey Billups and Kenny Atkinson. I think its going to take the defending champs a few games to get back into the swing of it.
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12-22-20 |
Clippers +2.5 v. Lakers |
Top |
116-109 |
Win
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100 |
4 h 39 m |
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For the Clippers, change is most evident in the revamped coaching staff. Tyronn Lue has replaced Doc Rivers, and Lue's staff is full of mostly new faces that should help the team form a new identity on both ends of the floor. Notable names include Dan Craig, Chauncey Billups and Kenny Atkinson. I think its going to take the defending champs a few games to get back into the swing of it.
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12-22-20 |
Warriors v. Nets UNDER 235 |
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99-125 |
Win
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100 |
1 h 46 m |
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When the games count for real starting Tuesday night, we’ll start to get a look at how Brooklyn’s lineups and rotations will shake out. The final preseason tune-up offered a suggestion of a 10- or 11-man rotation, with Spencer Dinwiddie and DeAndre Jordan in the starting lineup and Caris LeVert and Jarrett Allen coming off the bench. Along with Steph Curry, Golden State’s starting lineup is likely to include Andrew Wiggins, Kelly Oubre, and rookie James Wiseman, the No. 2 overall pick, none of whom were with the team two years ago. Curry is making his own comeback after playing just five games last season after he broke his hand, and the Warriors fell to 15-50, the league’s worst record, after their five straight NBA Finals appearances.
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12-22-20 |
Warriors +7.5 v. Nets |
Top |
99-125 |
Loss |
-110 |
1 h 50 m |
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When the games count for real starting Tuesday night, we’ll start to get a look at how Brooklyn’s lineups and rotations will shake out. The final preseason tune-up offered a suggestion of a 10- or 11-man rotation, with Spencer Dinwiddie and DeAndre Jordan in the starting lineup and Caris LeVert and Jarrett Allen coming off the bench. Along with Steph Curry, Golden State’s starting lineup is likely to include Andrew Wiggins, Kelly Oubre, and rookie James Wiseman, the No. 2 overall pick, none of whom were with the team two years ago. Curry is making his own comeback after playing just five games last season after he broke his hand, and the Warriors fell to 15-50, the league’s worst record, after their five straight NBA Finals appearances.
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