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12-12-17 | Michigan v. Texas -5 | Top | 59-52 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 58 m | Show |
Michigan at Texas 9:00 ET Longhorns (-) over Wolverines- Michigan is coming off a huge comeback win over UCLA Saturday where they trailed the Bruins by 15 points in the second half and managed to come all the way back and win 78-69 in overtime for the win and 'cover.' Texas has played two overtime contests losing consecutive games to No. 4 Duke 85-78 blowing a 15-point second half lead and bowing to No. 13 Gonzaga 76-71. Michigan has had the best of this series going 3-0 straight-up the past three seasons and is 8-3 ATS against the Big-12 but five of the past six meetings have been decided by six points or less. Take TEXAS! |
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12-12-17 | Wizards v. Nets +4.5 | Top | 98-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 33 m | Show |
Washington at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Wizards- Washington is anticipating the return of John Wall Wednesday and they are 4-4 since his injury. Bradley Beal has picked up some of the slack gong on a scoring spree. Brooklyn meanwhile will activate Jahill Okafor and Nik Stauskas both former first-round picks who were acquired in a trade with Philadelphia for Trevor Booker. The Nets just spent a week on the road playing a pair of games in Mexico City and going 1-2 on their trip. The Wizards have had the best of it between these two having won the last seven meetings and 12 of the 14 but they have lost to the five bottom team in the league already this season and a loss to the Nets will make it the 'bottom six.' Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-11-17 | Raptors v. Clippers +5.5 | Top | 91-96 | Win | 100 | 11 h 46 m | Show |
Toronto at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has an six-game winning streak their longest since they won 11 straight in 2015-16 as they are 2-0 on this road trip with LA today and Phoenix up next. The Raptors have taken advantage of their home schedule winning 9-of-10 at home as hosts and have a great history against the Clippers. In head-to head action Toronto has dominated the series going 21-8 ATS in the last 29 meetings including 11-5 ATS in 16 meetings in Los Angeles. The issue with those numbers is that the Clippers were the favorite in every home game and now the roll is reversed as the Clippers are the home underdog. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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12-10-17 | Celtics v. Pistons +2 | Top | 91-81 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 0 m | Show |
Boston at Detroit 4:00 ET Pistons (+) over Celtics- After a great start (for them) 14-6 the Pistons have dropped five straight after losing to the Warriors Friday and now face the winningest team in the NBA. Boston is off a last second loss to San Antonio but still has 22 wins the most in the NBA although they were beaten at home by the Pistons 118-108 on November 27. Detroit has had problems scoring during their current losing streak but coaching insists that defense is the key. Boston is 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to Detroit including four straight straight-up wins. The Pistons had no trouble on offense on the first meeting and end their streak here. Take DETROIT! |
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12-09-17 | Knicks v. Bulls +3.5 | Top | 102-104 | Win | 100 | 10 h 60 m | Show |
New York at Chicago 8:00 ET Knicks (-) over Bulls- At 12-12 New York has shown as much improvement on the floor as any other team in the NBA, the Bulls on the other hand are moving in the other direction. Although Chicago posted just their second road win of the season last night a 119-111 overtime win over Charlotte the Knicks have less road wins at 1-7 and are 2-6 ATS away from home. The Bulls are just 2-8 straight-up at home but 5-5 ATS. New York will still be without Tim Hardaway and their guard play will suffer once again. Take CHICAGO! |
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12-09-17 | Wichita State v. Oklahoma State +5.5 | Top | 78-66 | Loss | -115 | 5 h 32 m | Show |
Wichita State at Oklahoma State 4:00 ET Cowboys (+) over Shockers- Last season Oklahoma State handed the Shockers their worst home loss of the season 93-76 and became only second non-conference team to win at Wichita State since 2008. This series dates back to 1934 and the Cowboys lead it 30-8 including last year's confidence building victory. Wichita State is a strong Final-4 contender with all five starters returning but will catch some resistance here. Take OKLAHOMA STATE! |
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12-08-17 | Cavs v. Pacers +4.5 | Top | 102-106 | Win | 100 | 7 h 0 m | Show |
Cleveland at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Cavaliers- Less then three weeks ago most experts said that the 5-7 Cavaliers were not championship caliber but, 13 straight wins later they are only behind the Celtics in the East. One of those early season losses came against Indiana who took Cleveland down 124-107 on Nov. 1. The Cavs have had a great run but are just 9-16 ATS while the Pacers are 8-4 straight-up at home and are 11-4-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings. The Pacers like to start the weekend right and are 4-0 ATS on Friday's and 4-0 ATS following a points spread loss. Take INDIANA! |
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12-08-17 | Warriors v. Pistons +6 | Top | 102-98 | Win | 100 | 7 h 55 m | Show |
Golden State at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Pistons- The have won five straight and they seek their sixth straight road victory at Detroit after a home loss to the Pistons 115-107 on October 29. Golden State is 12-3 straight-up on the road and 8-7 ATS while Detroit is 8-2 straight-up at home and 6-3-1 ATS as hosts. The Warriors will of course be without Stephen Curry and possibly Draymond Green but has seen Kevin Durant pick up the slack. Detroit has dropped their last four but is 6-0 ATS at home against teams with a 60% or better winning percentage. Take the PISTONS! |
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12-06-17 | Nuggets +5 v. Pelicans | Top | 114-123 | Loss | -109 | 9 h 42 m | Show |
Denver at New Orleans 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Pelicans- New Orleans will be looking for payback as they host the Nuggets and will most likely be without Anthony Davis who has missed the past two games because of a sprained adductor. Denver handed the Pelicans their worst loss of the season 146-114 three weeks ago in Colorado. DeMarcus Cousins who has seven technical fouls in 24 games could pick up any slack created by Davis' absence but he has to remain in the game and not foul out or get thrown out. The Nuggets have had the best of New Orleans going 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to the Crescent City. Take DENVER! |
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12-04-17 | Pistons +3.5 v. Spurs | Top | 93-96 | Win | 100 | 8 h 23 m | Show |
Detroit at San Antonio 8:35 ET Pistons (+) over Spurs- As John Candy once said 'When something works, I stick to it!' What I am talking about is the Detroit Pistons. Despite dropping their last two games they are 15-7-1 ATS on the season and have paid dividends for 'us' to date. The Spurs are still as consistent as ever going 10-2 straight-up at home and 8-3-1 ATS. San Antonio has dominated this series winning 31 of the past 43 games but this is a much improved Pistons squad. Detroit hasn't dropped three straight this season...I like them here. Take the PISTONS! |
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12-02-17 | Hawks +5 v. Nets | Top | 114-102 | Win | 100 | 3 h 57 m | Show |
Atlanta at Brooklyn 3:00 ET Hawks (+) over Nets- This is a totally different Nets club then what we saw last season. They have already won nine games and did not reach that total until game 42 last season. Brooklyn has been very competitive this season and are on a 7-0 ATS run heading into this afternoon's encounter against Atlanta. The Hawks who are 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings finds this matchup a bit differently this time around as they are the underdog. With rolls reversed the Hawks fly high with a win today. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-01-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +5 | Top | 95-79 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 23 m | Show |
San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- Streaks abound here as San Antonio has won their last three and the Grizzlies have lost nine straight games and their coach. The Memphis coaching change surprised most NBA insiders but it didn't help as they were held to just 95 points in their last at San Antonio on Wednesday. The Griz have been in the NBA playoffs eight straight years but they are missing an important cog in that point guard Mike Conley who has an Achilles injury. The Spurs are just 4-5 straight-up and 2-7 ATS on the road. Take MEMPHIS! |
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11-29-17 | UNLV v. Northern Iowa +1 | Top | 68-77 | Win | 101 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
UNLV at Northern Iowa 8:00 ET Panthers over Rebels- Can it be? Can UNLV return to national prominence? They are 6-0 straight-up and 5-1 ATS playing patsies at home with one away game on a neutral site. Northern Iowa is 3-0 at home and are off a loss to Villanova and this is their first 'lined' game at home. The Rebels appear to have an offensive advantage ranking 9th for offensive field goal percentage and 37% from 3-point range. The problem here is that this is UNLV's first true road game and their shooting percentages will drop against a team that allows just 44.5 points per game at home. These two met in Oklahoma City in the 2010 NCAA tourney with the Panthers winning at the buzzer 69-66. Same result here. Take NORTHERN IOWA! |
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11-28-17 | Heat +5 v. Cavs | Top | 97-108 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
Miami at Cleveland 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Cavaliers- After a slow start the Cavaliers have started to put it together winning their last eight led by LeBron James who has been his usual unstoppable self. Miami has won three straight themselves and will see coach Eric Spoelstra up against former Heat NBA champions Dwayne Wade and James. Despite their winning streak Cleveland his managed to win 'playing short' with Shumpert and Thomas and others ailing. Miami won 3-of-4 meeting last season and do it again here. Take MIAMI! |
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11-27-17 | Cavs +2.5 v. 76ers | Top | 113-91 | Win | 100 | 6 h 40 m | Show |
Cleveland at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over 76ers- Wait a second...okay. O have to write this to garner the true impact of the 76ers being favored over LeBron James and the Cavaliers. Although Philadelphia is 16-5 ATS and 10-1 ATS at home against Cleveland in the James era it was an underdog every time. Now, this season they they are 14-4 ATS while the Cavs are 6-12-1 ATS on the season but, 6-3 ATS on the road. After a rocky start Cleveland has won seven straight. Take the CAVALIERS! |
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11-26-17 | Duke v. Florida +2.5 | Top | 87-84 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 1 m | Show |
Duke vs. Florida 10:30 ET Gators (+) over Blue Devils- What do you do when your senior leader All-American guard Grayson Allen is in foul trouble and you are trailing Texas by 13-points in the second half. Well, if you are Duke you let one of the four freshman take over and 6'11” Marvin Bagley did just that scoring 34 points and adding 15 rebounds to lead the Blue Devils comeback. Florida will try and beat you with their backcourt led by Chris Chiozza who had 26 points and 10 assists in Florida's 111-105 double-overtime win over Gonzaga. Duke has dominated this series leading 13-4 but they are far from home and the Gators have enough experience and depth to win here. Take FLORIDA! |
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11-25-17 | Celtics v. Pacers +3 | Top | 108-98 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 25 m | Show |
Boston at Indiana 8:00 ET Pacers (+)**** over Celtics- Indiana has gotten hot at the right time winning their last five (5-0 ATS) with nine of their next 11 at home. Boston bounced back after their loss after 16 straight wins and will be a little short handed tonight with two more forwards down for this contest. Although the Celtics have won 17 of their last 18 their stamina is starting to wear thin. Pacers 5-3 both straight-up and ATS at home and win here. Take INDIANA! |
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11-24-17 | Knicks v. Hawks +2 | Top | 104-116 | Win | 100 | 9 h 49 m | Show |
New York at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Knicks- New York has been one of the 'feel good' stories in the NBA where they jettisoned their over-rated 'Super Star' in Carmelo Anthony and have a nucleus of young promising talent. Of course the Knicks are led by center Kristaps Porzingis who is fourth in the NBA in scoring averaging 27.3 points per game and with plenty of scoring from teammate Tom Hardaway Jr. who is returning to Atlanta for the first time since coming over to New York. The Knicks have had the advantage of playing 12 home games where they are 9-3 straight-up and 10-2 ATS. On the road it os a different story for the young Knickerbockers who are just 1-4 both straight-up and ATS on the road. The lowly Hawks are just 1-6 at home but 3-4 ATS and will get the money here. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-22-17 | Celtics v. Heat +3.5 | Top | 98-104 | Win | 100 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Boston at Miami 7:35 ET Heat (+) over Celtics- The Boston Celtics are on a record run after dropping their first two games to start the season and have reeled off 16 straight wins going a phenomenal 15-2-1 ATS. So strong are the Celtics that they are even 9-1 both straight-up and ATS on the road while Miami has yet to 'cover' at home. Boston has won eight straight in this series but the last three wins have come by and average of four points. Although the Heat are 3-5 straight-up at home they are 0-7-1 ATS. Look for the Heat's Goran Dragic to break out of his mini shooting slump and for Miami to end Boston's streak. Take the HEAT! |
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11-21-17 | Bulls +6 v. Lakers | Top | 94-103 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 22 m | Show |
Chicago at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Bulls (+) over Lakers- It is interesting that the Lakers can be such a strong favorite against anyone even a bottom feeder like the Bulls. Chicago is 3-11 over all and are just 1-7 on the road but the points have helped as they are 4-4 ATS. These two clubs split four games last season but both clubs have gone through major changes with Chicago getting the worst of it. 'We' used Los Angeles as a Best Bet winner Sunday over Denver 127-109 and have problem playing against them here. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-20-17 | Cavs v. Pistons +2 | Top | 116-88 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 53 m | Show |
Cleveland at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Cavaliers- The LeBron James led Cavaliers have won four straight and three straight on the road are now 9-7 on the season and will be in Detroit up against the Pistons who has won nine of their last 12. Cleveland who is using Dwyane Wade more and more off the bench will be without guard Iman Shumpert has joined Derrick Rose on the injured list. Note that all of the Cavaliers wins during this mini 4-game streak have come against sub .500 teams. Take DETROIT! |
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11-19-17 | Nuggets v. Lakers +5.5 | Top | 109-127 | Win | 100 | 8 h 30 m | Show |
Denver at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Lakers (+) over Nuggets- Don't think for a minute that I believe that Lonzo Ball will every but anything more then a 'Rich man's Rickie Rubio. He has great vision and can grab you an occasional rebound but offensively he is a liability and player you don't even have to guard and his defense is weak. Luke Walton has seen enough to remove Ball from any competitive contest in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles has dropped their last two both at home but I expect them to rebound here and get the money. Tale the LAKERS! |
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11-18-17 | Celtics v. Hawks +7 | Top | 110-99 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 28 m | Show |
Boston at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Celtics- Boston should be feeling really good about themselves after their comeback win over Golden State to extend their winning streak to 14 games. Some might think that the Celtics got the benefit of 'home court' officiating as they attempted 18 more free throws then the Warriors in their Thursday's 92-88 victory. Oh, well that's been the storyline forever in the NBA. This version of the Hawks has shown little to brag about as they are 3-12 on the season but they won their first home game 126-80 over Sacramento which was the largest margin of victory in franchise history. The Celtics should be a little flat here as the Hawks soar. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-18-17 | Princeton +4 v. St. Joe's | Top | 58-71 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 46 m | Show |
Princeton at St. Josephs 7:00 ET Tigers (+) over Hawks- My first impression without know who plays for who is that the Atlanta-10 should be favored over and Ivy League school. Now, St. Joes' is 1-1 after opening with a loss against Toledo and then defeating powerhouse Illinois-Chicago on the road. Now, the return home for their 'home opener and host Ivy power Princeton. The Tigers are 0-2 both straight-up and ATS losing to at Butler and at home as a beaten favorite against Brigham Young. It's a matter of numbers especially early in the season. The Hawks are way to small a favorite to be taken seriously here. The Tigers roar off with their first win. The difference in competition played is huge. Take PRINCETON! |
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11-17-17 | Heat +5.5 v. Wizards | Top | 91-88 | Win | 100 | 8 h 52 m | Show |
Miami at Washington 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Wizards- This is the second of back-to-back meetings as the Wizards were able to win 102-93 in Miami on Wednesday. Washington's back court duo of John Wall and Bradley Beal took command against the Heat scoring 53 points as they outscored the South Beach Boys by 16 points at the free throw line. This time around the Heat will go inside to Hassan Whiteside who is averaging 16.3 points and 15.8 rebounds since returning to the lineup. Miami won both contests in Washington last year and they are 22-8-1 ATS in their last 31 trips to D.C. Take MIAMI! |
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11-15-17 | Cavs v. Hornets +2.5 | Top | 115-107 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
Cleveland at Charlotte 8:00 ET Hornets (+) over Cavaliers- 'King James' (see Knicks Kanter) will try and rule over Charlotte once again as Cleveland has beaten the Hornets six straight times and in 10 of the past 11 meetings. The 'Queen City' (King George's wife) club has lost their last four but are 4-1 straight-up and ATS at home. The Cavaliers we all know have been struggling and are just 1-5-1 ATS against teams with losing records. The Hornets will have the benefit of Nic Batum's debut tonight and his added offense will help push them over the top. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-14-17 | Raptors +6.5 v. Rockets | Top | 129-113 | Win | 100 | 9 h 42 m | Show |
Toronto at Houston 8:00 ET Raptors (+) over Rockets- The Rockets have blasted off and have now won six in-a-row all without point guard Chris Paul. During this streak Houston is averaging 120.2 points with James Harden leading the way in the past six games with 35.8 points per games along with 11.5 assists. Toronto is 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall but will be on point tonight. Take TORONTO! |
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11-11-17 | Cavs v. Mavs +6 | Top | 111-104 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 9 m | Show |
Cleveland at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Cavaliers- Has LeBron already left Cleveland? By the looks of their current run and overall play it is hard to see James saving the Cavaliers who have lost six of their last eight. (The worst stretch since the return of 'King James'). Dallas at 2-10 is overall and just 1-5 both straight-up and ATS at home but Cleveland is just 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in Dallas and just 2-8 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Mavericks rookies sensation Dennis Smith Jr. is picking up the slack as aging super-star Dirk Nowitzki has scored in single figures in each of the last three games. Still, the Cavaliers are in a funk. Take DALLAS! |
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11-10-17 | Magic v. Suns +4 | Top | 128-112 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 10 m | Show |
Orlando at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over over Magic- Phoenix who started the season with the worst opening day loss in NBA history had a brief rebound winning 4-of-7 but have now lost their last four both straight-up and ATS. Gone is Eric Bledsoe to Milwaukee who played only one game for the Suns and left 21-year old guard Devin Booker to run the show. Phoenix has won four straight meetings until Orlando won during their last trip to the desert. It's just a good time and spot for the Suns. Take PHOENIX! |
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11-09-17 | Thunder v. Nuggets +1.5 | Top | 94-102 | Win | 100 | 12 h 54 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Denver 10:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Thunder- So, the NBA 'experts' believe that Oklahoma City who is struggling at 4-6 to find a fit with Carmelo Anthony and Paul George will mess at one time or another this season. Yeah, just like the Knicks messed with Anthony. Russell Westbrook is his same exciting self but with Anthony's 'stop-and -shoot' offense to deal with the offensive flow has stooped. The Thunder has had command in this series winning nine straight meetings until the season's final game last year in Oklahoma City. Maybe down the line but, right now play against OKC. Take DENVER! |
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11-07-17 | Clippers +4 v. Spurs | Top | 107-120 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 42 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at San Antonio 8:35 ET Clippers (+) over Spurs- Both these clubs are getting over or through early tough spots as the Clippers have dropped four of their last five including their last two at home in day-time starts Saturday and Sunday while San Antonio has won their last two after losing four straight. This is just the third road game for the Clippers who have won both their road encounters while the Spurs are 4-1 at home both straight-up and ATS. LA seems to get ready to play against San Antonio as they won three of four meetings last season and six of the last nine meetings. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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11-06-17 | Nets +1.5 v. Suns | Top | 98-92 | Win | 100 | 11 h 18 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Phoenix 9:00 ET Nets (+) over Suns- Last season when the NBA scheduled this matchup they were happy to know at least one of these team would get a win. Last Tuesday the Suns played the Nets in Brooklyn and posted their first road win of the season and today less then a week later these two will finish their season series in Phoenix. After the worst opening game loss in NBA history and starting the year 0-3 the Suns have bounced back to win 3-of-4. Brooklyn has dropped their last four and are 0-4 straight-up on the road. But, the Nets have a small measure of revenge after last week home loss to the Suns. Take BROOKLYN! |
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11-05-17 | Thunder v. Blazers +2.5 | Top | 99-103 | Win | 100 | 12 h 44 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Portland 9:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Thunder- Most believed that the Thunder would be much improved with the addition of Paul George and of course Carmelo Anthony. Before the season the Vegas 'experts' asked me which team would have the most disappoint season and I responded it's Oklahoma City. Sometimes less is more and with the addition of Anthony the ball will no longer flow among teammates as it did when Russell Westbrook ran the show. Portland is 0-4 ATS in their last four hoe games and now they get to be an underdog in familiar surroundings. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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11-04-17 | Warriors v. Nuggets +9 | Top | 127-108 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 7 m | Show |
Golden State at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Warriors- After a slow start the NBA Champion Golden State Warriors have rebounded nicely with two huge road victories over the Clippers and Spurs by an average of 24 points. There are a couple of reasons the Warriors started so slowly including boredom and the fact that all their opponents are giving their best effort when facing the current champs. Denver has a new face in 4-time All-Star Paul Millsap and he has been the Nuggets leader early in the season. Take DENVER! |
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11-03-17 | Raptors +1.5 v. Jazz | Top | 109-100 | Win | 100 | 11 h 32 m | Show |
Toronto at Utah 9:00 ET Raptors (+) over Jazz- Utah is a perfect 5-0 both straight-up and ATS at home so far this season and host the Raptors who will be playing their sixth road game and are 2-3 straight-up and 3-2 ATS. This 'price' seems a bit cheap to me for a team that is undefeated at home and has won three straight. Maybe the fact that Toronto is 8-0 ATS in the last eight meetings and 4-0 ATS in their four meetings in Utah. The Jazz seem to have all the advantages entering this contest but Vegas doesn't agree. Take RAPTORS! |
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10-31-17 | Thunder v. Bucks +2 | Top | 110-91 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Thunder- sometimes in life 'less is more' and so is the case as I predicted in Oklahoma City. Most people believe that adding Carmelo Anthony to the Thunder roster would be a great compliment to Russell Westbrook and help push OKC into the top tier of clubs. But, I believe that just the opposite is happening that with Anthony's 'stop and shoot' offense can only slow down Westbrook. Even with budding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo emerging the Bucks are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven as hosts against the Thunder. Tonight the hosts prevail. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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10-30-17 | Wolves v. Heat +3.5 | Top | 125-122 | Win | 100 | 7 h 55 m | Show |
Minnesota at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Timberwolves- They are only five games into the season the the Miami Heat (2-3) have already had a team meetings after losses to San Antonio and Boston. The Heat have been without center Hassan Whiteside who has yet to play and Miami has gone to a smaller quicker line-up that is looking to run the floor. The Heat will put up plenty of 3-pointers while Minnesota will try and get the ball in low to Karl-Anthony Towns who averages 24.8 points and 11.8 rebounds at center while ranking just 24th in 3-pointers made. Take MIAMI! |
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10-27-17 | Rockets v. Hornets +3 | Top | 109-93 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 34 m | Show |
Houston at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Rockets- Houston has dominated this series of late winning 12 of the last 13 meetings straight-up and are off a last-second buzzer beater to defeat Philadelphia on Wednesday. Both clubs are off wins and the Rockets are 3-0 on the road although only 1-2 ATS while Charlotte is 2-0 st home with a pair of point spread wins. Houston has struggled so far with their long range shooting (28%) and are know for playing little defense especially on the road. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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10-25-17 | Rockets v. 76ers +4 | Top | 105-104 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show |
Houston at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Rockets- It should be an exciting season for both these clubs as 'fresh' faces have been added to this year's version of each club. Houston has the addition of Chris Paul and the 76ers have added No.1 draft pick Markelle Fultz. The problem is both these players have health issues with Paul down for a month and Fultz is day-to-day with fluid in his shoulder. Without Paul the Rockets are shooting just 27.5% from 3-point range while attempting 43 3-pointers a game. Houston has won seven straight in the series hasn't had to face the young studs the 76ers now have playing with Joel Embid and Ben Simmons along with Fultz. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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10-20-17 | Cavs v. Bucks +2.5 | Top | 116-97 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 43 m | Show |
Cleveland at Milwaukee 7:00 ET Bucks (+) over Cavaliers- Cleveland won the game they 'wanted,' Opening Night, when the defeated the visiting Boston Celtics and LeBron James adversary Kyrie Irving. Milwaukee had the advantage of visiting Boston and out lasted the down trodden Celtics and posted an 108-100 victory. I still believe the LeBron James is the 'King' as his opening night performance will help attest but there is a 'new' kid on the block and at 22 years old Giannis Antetokounmpo maybe be the 'best' other player I the league. The 'Greek Freak' was outrageous in his season debut scoring 37 points with 13 rebounds three assists and three steals in the Bucks win over Boston Wednesday. Cleveland has eight new players and have Kevin Love now playing center while the Bucks who make the playoffs last season are in their home opener. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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10-18-17 | Wolves +2 v. Spurs | Top | 99-107 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 31 m | Show |
Minnesota at San Antonio 9:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Spurs- So, the Spurs have decided that LaMarcus Aldridge is their future as they just signed him to a $72.3 million dollar contract this will keep him in San Antonio for at least another four years. This is the same guy who has to sit out 'crunch' time because of his offensive liabilities as he just can't play on the perimeter or make free throws when it counts. Minnesota of course added Jimmy Butler, Taj Gibson and Jamal Crawford to go with Andrew Wiggins and center Karl-Anthony Towns. Even though the Spurs have won the last 11 meetings this 'line' says things are about to change as the Spurs are without Tony Parker and Kawhi Leonard. Take MINNESOTA! |
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06-07-17 | Warriors v. Cavs +4 | Top | 118-113 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 11 m | Show |
Cleveland at Golden State 8:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- In the 'you have got to be kidding' department their appears to me to be only one way to go in this Game 2 of the NBA Finals. I am still waiting for someone on the Cavaliers to 'pick up' Kevin Durant defensively as he played one-on-none in the first game as Cleveland was slept-walking through-out they night. Maybe, the Cavs just can't match-up with the Warriors this season with the difference being Durant. Despite what we saw in Game one there is only one way to go here. Take CLEVELAND! |
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06-04-17 | Cavs +9 v. Warriors | Top | 113-132 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 2 m | Show |
Cleveland at Golden State 8:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- In the 'you have got to be kidding' department their appears to me to be only one way to go in this Game 2 of the NBA Finals. I am still waiting for someone on the Cavaliers to 'pick up' Kevin Durant defensively as he played one-on-none in the first game as Cleveland was slept-walking through-out they night. Maybe, the Cavs just can't match-up with the Warriors this season with the difference being Durant. Despite what we saw in Game one there is only one way to go here. Take CLEVELAND! |
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06-01-17 | Cavs +7 v. Warriors | Top | 91-113 | Loss | -102 | 12 h 45 m | Show |
Warriors (-) over Cavaliers- The results of this series will change (the media's) perception of two of today's greats. The storyline will either put LeBron James with a win into and possibly beyond the status of Michael Jordan while a loss for the Warriors will for ever tarnish Kevin Durant as a player that isn't a winner. Golden State is undefeated (12-0) in the play offs sweeping four-game series with Portland, Utah and San Antonio and has had nine full days of rest while the Cavs are 12-1 in the playoffs losing just once at Boston after building a 21-point lead. Defense and the pace will be the key and I expect Cleveland to control both. Take the CAVALIERS! |
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05-25-17 | Cavs v. Celtics +11 | Top | 135-102 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 54 m | Show |
Cleveland at Boston 8:30 ET Celtics (+) over Cavaliers- The Eastern Conference finals return to the scene of the crime so to speak as the Celtics host Cleveland down 3-1 in Game Five. Boston lost the first two of this series at home by a combined 57 points as the Cavs had their way with the No. 1 seed twice on their court. The Celtics don't have the same type of firer-power that the Cavaliers possess but they have enough grit and determination to keep this one close. Take the points with BOSTON! |
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05-19-17 | Cavs v. Celtics +6.5 | Top | 130-86 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 18 m | Show |
Cleveland at Boston 8:30 ET Celtics (+) over Cavaliers- From what I saw, from what we all saw in Game 1, I have a better understanding of why Cleveland just gave up the No. 1 seed the final two weeks of the regular season laying down and allowing Boston to get the home court advantage. It's obvious that the Cavaliers have no fear of the Celtics and feel the Lebron can dominate any time he wants. Little Super Star Isiah Thomas found it difficult to get open shots as James guarded him when possible and it was too much for Thomas to overcome. Tonight, Boston will Brad Stevens will make adjustments that get the Celtics the money. Take BOSTON! |
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05-17-17 | Cavs v. Celtics +5 | Top | 117-104 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 15 m | Show |
Cleveland at Boston 8:00 ET Celtics (+) over Cavaliers- After going 8-0 and sweeping the first two playoff series 4-0, 4-0 Cleveland must shake off a nine-day rust entering Boston for this Game 1 Eastern Conference title. The media wants to know if having nine days off between this playoff series will effect the Cavaliers play. Players were given 'vacation time' (Lebron went to France) and many believe it will be difficult for them to 'get back' into the swing of things without rust. The Celtics meanwhile, are off their seven game series with Washington and are game ready. Take BOSTON! |
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05-15-17 | Wizards +5 v. Celtics | Top | 105-115 | Loss | -105 | 23 h 52 m | Show |
Washington at Boston 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Celtics- With a minute to go in Game 6 I thought this series was done! Boston had a five-point lead and the ball and I was thinking of Game 1 versus the Cavaliers. Then bingo as it happens to so many of these teams under pressure the Celtics start making mistakes and even though they got 'us' the money their performance late in that game has to linger on their minds. Yes, I am aware of the home team's record in this series (regular season too) they were 9-0 both straight-up and ATS before the Wizards non-cover victory on Friday, but that trend has ended now. With probably more overall talent the Wiz get the call. Take WASHINGTON! |
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05-14-17 | Spurs v. Warriors -9.5 | Top | 111-113 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 9 m | Show |
San Antonio at Golden State 3:30 ET Warriors (-) over Spurs- The NBA world went into shock as the Spurs went to Houston without two key components Tony Parker and Kawhi Leonard who are sidelined for Game 6. Playing without 40% of their starting lineup the Spurs as a 9-point underdog destroyed the Rockets 114-75 in the biggest playoff victory margin of the season. San Antonio took 2-of-3 meetings this season including an opening night 129-100 victory in October but this time around it's the Warriors that explode offensively. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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05-12-17 | Celtics +5 v. Wizards | Top | 91-92 | Win | 100 | 9 h 6 m | Show |
Boston at Washington 8:00 ET Celtics (+) over Wizards- Washington has been playing in spurts. Especially at home where they have won twice against the Celtics without a loss. After opening this series with a 16-0 run in Boston the Wizards lost the game by 123-111. In Game 3 and Game 4 at home they ran streaks of 22-0 and 26-0 in blowout victories. Home teams have had huge wins going 5-0 ATS so far but Boston is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings overall. This time out the trend ends. Take the CELTICS! |
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05-11-17 | Spurs v. Rockets -7 | Top | 114-75 | Loss | -104 | 11 h 45 m | Show |
San Antonio at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Spurs- Hold-on a minute...The Spurs who are the No. 2 seed in the West are a heavier underdog (+7) at Houston then the Rockets (+5.5) were at San Antonio. My first thoughts are that Kawhi Leonard is injury is more severe then we are being let-on. The Spurs were 2-0 at Houston during the regular season and are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings there. James Harden the unstoppable force on the Rockets is off a terrible performance in Game 5 committing nine turnovers and shooting poorly. I expect that all to turn around tonight. Take HOUSTON! |
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05-07-17 | Celtics +4.5 v. Wizards | Top | 102-121 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Boston at Washington 6:30 ET Celtics (+) over Wizards- Scoring steaks have been the forte of the Wizards as they raced out to a 16-0 lead in Game 1 of this series (lost 123-111) and came on with a 22-0 run in the first quarter of Game 3 a 116-89 win. Washington has also become the 'physical' team in the series knocking out Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas' front teeth as he dropped from a high of 53 points to a low of 13. There were eight technical fouls and three ejections in Thursday's contest as tension rolled over from regular season issues. Two key trends bring the Celtics to the forefront as they are 6-1 ATS after losing by 10 points or more and they have won eight of the last 11 meetings. Take BOSTON! |
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05-06-17 | Warriors v. Jazz +6 | Top | 102-91 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 37 m | Show |
Golden State at Utah 8:30 ET Jazz (+) over Warriors- Now, let me think about this...the thing that is on the minds of the Golden State Warriors is 'where can they party in Utah?' Yes, they have won the first two games of this series easily (0-2 ATS) and they are 6-0 ATS in their last six road games. We all understand the overall firepower of the Warriors but everything take a different perspective on the NBA playoff road. Take UTAH! |
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05-05-17 | Spurs +5 v. Rockets | Top | 103-92 | Win | 100 | 11 h 35 m | Show |
San Antonio at Houston 9:39 ET Spurs (+) over Rockets- I know I've seen teams come back from losses in a big way but the 52-point turn around from Game 1 (Rockets win 126-99) and Game 2 (Spurs win 121-96) is the biggest swing in point differential I can remember. Now, San Antonio will be without point guard Tony Parker who is averaging 16 points in the playoffs will miss the rest of the season after he suffered a ruptured quadricep and the Spurs will have to adjust. The Rockets have struggled to 'cover' at home going 1-6 ATS in their last seven as hosts. Houston captured the Spurs attention with their humiliating Game 1 blowout loss and they have adjusted their style and intensity. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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05-04-17 | Celtics +6 v. Wizards | Top | 89-116 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 14 m | Show |
Boston at Washington 8:00 ET Celtics (+) over Wizards- Since dropping the opening to playoff games to Chicago the Celtics have reeled off six straight wins and 'covers' as the entire team rallied around Isaiah Thomas' personal tragedy. Thomas scored 51 points on what would have been his sister's 23rd birthday and was almost matched by John Wall (40 points) until the final pressure minutes in the fourth quarter and overtime. Boston is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings and are 5-0 ATS in their last five after a straight-up win. Take BOSTON! |
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05-03-17 | Raptors +7.5 v. Cavs | Top | 103-125 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 38 m | Show |
Toronto at Cleveland 7:00 ET Raptors (+) over Cavaliers- Well, I guess that answers that question...what question is that you ask? After a losing final month of the regular season it is, Can the Cavaliers just turn it on any time they want? Yep, it appears so. Cleveland has won five straight playoff games since their last regular season game (a home loss versus Toronto) covering the last three. Toronto now down 0-1 once again in playoff series has lost their opening game of a playoff series 12 of 13 times but they are 5-1 ATS after a straight-up loss. Take TORONTO! |
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05-02-17 | Wizards v. Celtics -5.5 | Top | 119-129 | Win | 100 | 9 h 54 m | Show |
Washington at Boston 8:00 ET Celtics (-) over Wizards- After dropping their first two games to Chicago the Celtics have stormed back with five straight wins and covers. The Wizards defeated Atlanta in six-games as their guard based offense ran past the Hawks. Washington already realizes that their guards won't be able to dominate Boston's front court as Isaiah Thomas, Avery Bradley and Marcus Smart provide defense and scoring. The Wizards are just 2-7 ATS in the last nine meetings and are 0-6 ATS in their last six meetings in Boston! Take the CELTICS! |
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05-01-17 | Rockets v. Spurs -5.5 | Top | 126-99 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 0 m | Show |
Houston at San Antonio 9:30 ET Spurs (-) over Rockets- Last season the Rockets James Harden claimed that 'he' was the MVP and this year he said it again. Only, this year he went head-to-head with his 'MVP' competition in the playoffs getting the best of Russell Westbrook and now he up against one of the 'other' MVP choices in Kawhi Leonard. Teams win Championships not individuals and the Spurs have a deeper team. Houston led the NBA in 3-point attempts per game but San Antonio led the NBA in 3-point percentage (39.1%) while the Rockets shot 28.4%. Tonight, that will be the difference. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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04-30-17 | Jazz +3.5 v. Clippers | Top | 104-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 42 m | Show |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET Jazz (+) over Clippers- Okay, so the Clippers won a game they 'had to win' and kudos to them but I'm still not a believer. The question is are they better without Blake Griffin as the numbers might indicate or are they riding on a fragile point guard that I have yet to see do it. Now, that has been said about many athletes until the win...but, some never do! The question on the Utah side is can Rudy Gobert who has been hobbled with knee injuries can fend off DeAndre Jordan. Gordon Hayward does not crack under pressure. Take the JAZZ! |
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04-28-17 | Celtics v. Bulls +3 | Top | 105-83 | Loss | -111 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
Boston at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Celtics- The Bulls jumped out to a quick start (2-0) in this No.1 versus No. 8 opening round matchup but Boston has rebounded into position to close the series with what could be their fourth straight win here. The Celtics started the series with heavy emotional baggage as the death of the 21-year old sister of All-Star guard Isiah Thomas and dropped the first two at home. Jimmy Butler the Bulls leading scorer when to the free throw line one once in Game 4 in Boston after going to the line 23 times in Chicago in Game 4. Both Butler and the Bulls will rebound tonight. Take CHICAGO! |
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04-27-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +4.5 | Top | 103-96 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 26 m | Show |
San Antonio at Memphis 9:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- The home team is 5-0 in this Best-of-7 series both straight-up and ATS as the Grizzlies enter Game 6 down 3-2. Memphis held 'service' as well during the regular season as they have have won the last four meetings and 'covered' when hosting. Defense is the key for Memphis as they held the Spurs to 42.4% shooting at home while allowing the Spurs to shoot 52.2% in San Antonio. The Grizzlies lead the playoff teams in free throw shooting hitting 87.8%. Take MEMPHIS! |
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04-26-17 | Hawks +6 v. Wizards | Top | 99-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 47 m | Show |
Atlanta at Washington 6:00 ET Hawks (+) over Wizards- It's sort of like a 'Tale of Two Cities' with both clubs holding serve and winning at home. Now, that is not so unusual in the NBA but the manner in which the home teams won left no doubt. But, after the way Atlanta rebounded from an 0-2 deficit with Paul Millsap dominating in the paint and Dwight Howard contributing defensively the Hawks are brimming with confidence. Washington was outscored in the paint 104-64 in Atlanta and tho they will sure-up that area of need it won't be enough. Take ATLANTA! |
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04-25-17 | Thunder v. Rockets -7.5 | Top | 99-105 | Loss | -103 | 13 h 52 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Thunder- All season long I have had problems playing 'on' the Thunder believing that one man can not defeat five players. On Sunday, I thought that Russell Westbrook's supporting cast could do enough to win at home in critical Game 4...I was wrong! The trouble here is that Westbrook can take his team just so far and if he doesn't have a clutch 4th quarter Oklahoma City has no chance. One can make the point that the Rockets are just 1-5 ATS in their last six home games but we see that the Thunder are just 3-13 ATS in their last 16 trips to Houston. Take the ROCKETS! |
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04-22-17 | Warriors v. Blazers +6.5 | Top | 119-113 | Win | 100 | 15 h 23 m | Show |
Golden State at Portland 10:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- I know this will be a tough on to take after what we have all witnessed the two games of this series. It has not gone like the No.1 versus No. 8 series between Boston and Chicago as it has gone the way most expect a No.1 seed to dominate a No. 8 seed. Even without Kevin Durant (they played plenty without him this season) their was little adjustment needed. The Warriors started to turn it on with about 10 games remaining and have gone 5-0 both straight-up and ATS in their last five road games. They have also had success in Portland going 11-5 ATS in their last 16 at the Moda Center. But, with that being said I see all to often when a team gets humiliated like that on national TV they come back with a focus and a purpose that is difficult to deal with. The Trailblazers are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following an ATS loss. Take PORTLAND! |
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04-21-17 | Celtics +1.5 v. Bulls | Top | 104-87 | Win | 100 | 10 h 15 m | Show |
Boston at Chicago 7:00 ET Celtics (+) over Bulls- Entering this series their was so much talk of how the Celtics under Brad Stevens leadership are 2-10 in the playoffs and haven't won a road playoff game. Well, he better win one quick after Boston's 'home' performances in the first two NBA playoff games. The No. 1 seed is down 0-2 and were totally out-played by the Bulls who had to win a tie-breaker over Miami to qualify for the post-season. Adding fuel to the fire Boston isn just 9-19-2 ATS in their last 30 meetings against the Bulls and 3-10-1 ATS in their last 14 games in Chicago. Yep, I know it, but I also know that of the Celtics don't win here they are toast. Take BOSTON! |
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04-20-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +4 | Top | 94-105 | Win | 100 | 12 h 22 m | Show |
San Antonio at Memphis 9:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- If Memphis is to have any chance of getting past the Spurs (fat chance) they will have to score more then 82 points which they posted in both Games 1 & 2 as the trail the series 0-2. The hoards who believe that it is Kawhi Leonard who is the MVP have been supported by his play making ALL 28 free throws that he has attempted while scoring 69 points in the two games. Memphis who was 2-0 at home against San Antonio during the regular season but are 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall. This time the Grizzlies compete four 48 minutes. Take MEMPHIS! |
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04-19-17 | Thunder +8 v. Rockets | Top | 111-115 | Win | 100 | 11 h 47 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Houston 8:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- There were no triple-doubles in Game 1 between James Harden and Russell Westbrook as the Rockets ran past Oklahoma City in the second half and won by 31 points. Not only was Westbrook shooting poorly (6-23) and turning the ball over (9) but the Thunder were out-rebounded 56-41 in Sunday's 118-87 loss. The two MVP candidates will once again give it their all but Oklahoma City is in a pressure situation. Houston who beats the Rockets like a drum (10-1 ATS in last 11) but they haven't done it of late going 1-9 ATS in their last 10 overall. Take THUNDER! |
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04-19-17 | Hawks +5.5 v. Wizards | Top | 101-109 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 50 m | Show |
Atlanta at Washington 7:00 ET Hawks (+) over Wizards- After Game 1 a 114-107 win by Washington the Hawks were complaining that the Wizards were playing tough and fouling every chance they got. Atlanta went to the free throw line 39 times and don't like that because they are so weak on fundamentals like shooting free throws. Now, which is better the Hawks getting fouled or the Grizzlies against the Spurs not getting any calls. Maybe if Atlanta didn't commit 21 turnovers they would have a chance. The NBA's most-over-rated player Dwight Howard scored just seven points Sunday and will have to step it up here. Ha, I think he will. Take the HAWKS! |
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04-18-17 | Bucks v. Raptors -7.5 | Top | 100-106 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 11 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Toronto 7:00 ET Raptors (-) over Bucks- The Bucks had lost 13 of their last 15 regular season games came out with a dominating 97-83 win over the Raptors in Game 1 of their Playoff series. Toronto managed just 32 pints in the second half as Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo was 13-of-18 scoring 28 points. Game 2 of any playoff series can be tricky but Toronto is 4-0 ATS in their last four games following a straight-up loss and they are still 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings against the Bucks. Take TORONTO! |
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04-17-17 | Pacers v. Cavs -7.5 | Top | 111-117 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Indiana and Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (-) over Pacers- After dominating play and shooting the 'lights' out of the ball the Cavaliers failed to 'cover' in Game 1 of their series because of poor foul shooting (52%). The Cavaliers blew a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter but still managed a 109-108 victory. Lance Stephenson who has played just seven games this season (Pacers signed him with six games remaining in the regular season) always seems to play well when he's up against LeBron James and had 16 points in Game 1. The Pacers are now just 13-28 on the road and will suffer once more tonight. Take CLEVELAND! |
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04-16-17 | Hawks +5 v. Wizards | Top | 107-114 | Loss | -105 | 5 h 18 m | Show |
Atlanta at Washington 1:00 ET Hawks (+) over Wizards- Washington had one of the great runs in the NBA this season but finished losing five of their last eight and ended up with the No. 4 seed and will host Atlanta who is the No. 5 seed. Atlanta turned it on at the end of the regular season winning four straight until they 'rested' keys players in their season ending loss. The Hawks had dropped eight of nine without All-star Paul Millsap before turning it around the last five games when he returned to the lineup. Hawks fly here. Take ALTANTA! |
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04-15-17 | Pacers v. Cavs -8.5 | Top | 108-109 | Loss | -102 | 7 h 3 m | Show |
Indiana at Cleveland 3:30 ET Cavaliers (-) over Pacers- Oh boy, I can't tell you how much I like this bet! Here are the Cavaliers who had the top seed sewed up with four games to go and went on the lose their last four and ended up the No. 2 seed. Indiana has won five of six with Lance Stephenson in the lineup and he as he has shown in the past has no fear going up against LeBron James. The Pacers struggled on defense ranked 20th and Cleveland leads the NBA in 3-point percentage and 3-pointers made per game (13). The Cavaliers have won three of four against Indiana and they win here. Take CLEVELAND! |
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04-12-17 | 76ers -2 v. Knicks | Top | 113-114 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 42 m | Show |
Philadelphia at New York 8:00 ET 76ers over Knicks- So, who is happier that the season is ending the Knicks or the 76ers? I believe I know as New York quit on the season some time in early February whereas Philadelphia has fought hard night after night. The 76ers have won two-of-three meetings this season and are 23-17 ATS on the road this year. New York has been talking about the off-season for months and now they get a chance to play golf. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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04-10-17 | Rockets v. Clippers -7 | Top | 96-125 | Win | 100 | 11 h 59 m | Show |
Houston at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (-) over Rockets- The Houston Rockets have shown the biggest improvement of all NBA teams this season and I need not go into the details. They are 'locked' into the No. 3 seed in the West and close their season at home against Minnesota on Wednesday. So,don't expect much out of the Rockets tonight as James Harden get a chance to rehab his sore wrist and is expected to 'rest' Lou Williams. The Clippers are tied with Utah for the fourth playoff spot and although the Rockets have dominated LA this season winning both meetings by a combined 43 points but will bring intensity into tonight contest. Take CLIPPERS! |
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04-10-17 | Spurs -4.5 v. Blazers | Top | 98-99 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 22 m | Show |
San Antonio at Portland 10:00 ET Spurs (-) over Trailblazers- Portland has put together a great run to make the playoffs as the final and No. 8 seed and get to play Golden State in the first round. The Trailblazers have been playing with huge intensity and now get to play without the pressure that they have been carrying for the last month. The Spurs are the other hand are 'locked' into their No. 3 spot and haven't been playing well and now coach Gregg Popovich says, 'nobody is going to rest.' Stange price to lay on the road but tonight it's the SPURS! |
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04-08-17 | Celtics v. Hornets +2.5 | Top | 121-114 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 24 m | Show |
Boston at Charlotte 6:00 ET Hornets (+) over Celtics- Both these clubs have dropped their last two games and have lost out on their primary goals. Boston was in the top spot in the East before after getting wasted by Cleveland on Wednesday then got ambushed by Atlanta Thursday night. Charlotte dropped their last two to fall three games behind the final playoff spot and as of now have no pressure while the Celtics are down-trodden and beatable right now. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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04-07-17 | Spurs v. Mavs -5 | Top | 102-89 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 21 m | Show |
San Antonio at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (-) over Spurs- We are all aware of teams 'tanking' and giving multiple players 'rest' in the same game but the Spurs position here is acceptable. San Antonio is 'locked-into' the No. 2 seed behind Golden State and they are also the No. 2 seed overall. In their last contest against the Lakers on Wednesday when Kawhi Leonard, center Pau Gasol and LeMarcus Aldridge saw only 18 minutes of action with others sitting the game out completely. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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04-06-17 | Celtics v. Hawks +2 | Top | 116-123 | Win | 100 | 9 h 11 m | Show |
Boston at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Celtics- I know that the Hawks are sliding backwards losing nine of their last 11 but have welcomed the return of All-star forward Paul Millsap who is furious with the team's loss to the league worst club (Brooklyn) last time out. The Celtics were completely destroyed by the Cavaliers last night a loss that will have some Impact as reality sets in. Most will believe that Boston will bounce-back from yesterday's loss but I'm betting on the bang-bang theory and expect them to lose again. Take ATLANTA! |
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04-06-17 | Nets +2.5 v. Magic | Top | 107-115 | Loss | -102 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Orlando 7:00 ET Nets (+) over Magic- Brooklyn the NBA's worst team (by far) is in the mist of a three-game winning streak their longest of the season. Including in the streak is a 121-111 home win over Orlando last Sunday and a 141-118 pounding of the 76ers. Orlando had won the five previous meetings and are 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings in Orlando. The Magic have dropped their last five games going 0-5 ATS and are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 and will be without forward Jeff Green. The Nets haven't quit and are the side once again. Take BROOKLYN! |
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04-04-17 | Hornets +4 v. Wizards | Top | 111-118 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 0 m | Show |
Charlotte at Washington 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Wizards- After putting together two of the best months in the NBA season Washington has fallen off a bit of late losing their last three and are 3-7 ATS in their last 10. Charlotte on the other hand has won their last three and 7-of-9 both straight-up and ATS. The Hornets sit in 10th place in the East but are just one-game behind Miami for the eighth and final playoff spot. Although Charlotte is 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings they are off a 98-93 home win over the Wizards in their last encounter. Washington is 0-7 ATS after a straight-up loss. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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04-04-17 | Nets +1 v. 76ers | Top | 141-118 | Win | 100 | 8 h 56 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Nets (+) over 76ers- At the end of February the Nets had lost 16 in-a-row and were 40-games under .500 at 9-49. Since that point Brooklyn is a respectable 9-10 (for them) as center Brook Lopez has led the way as the Nets have gone 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games. Philadelphia has won all three meetings this season and yet comes up such a meager favorite at home. The Nets Jeremy Lin should have 'free rein' as 76ers guard Sergio Rodriguez will be sidelined. Take BROOKLYN. |
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04-01-17 | Oregon v. North Carolina -4.5 | Top | 76-77 | Loss | -115 | 23 h 6 m | Show |
Oregon (3) vs North Carolina (1) 8:50 ET Tar Heels (-) over Ducks- The last time Oregon was at the Final-4 (1939) the first of the NCAA Tournaments there were only eight teams invited as they were know as the Webfoots. On the other side the last time North Carolina was here Villanova threw it in at the buzzer to win it all and left the Tar Heels runner-up. Leading the nation with nine teams represented in the ACC is down to North Carolina who is 7-1 ATS in their last eight against the PAC-12 while Oregon is 17-7-1 ATS in their last 25 games. The Tar Heels who lead the nation in rebounding (+13) are also 4-0 lifetime against the Ducks and are in their 20th Final Four. Take NORTH CAROLINA! |
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04-01-17 | South Carolina v. Gonzaga -6.5 | Top | 73-77 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 12 m | Show |
South Carolina (7) vs Gonzaga (1) 6:09 ET Bulldogs (-) over Gamecocks- Well, my question is, 'does anyone believe in Gonzaga now that they have reached the Final Four? I really don't think so. When I see this South Carolina team play (especially Sindarius Thornwell) I find it difficult to believe that they actually lost 10 games this season. We realize that the Gamecocks are led by their defense and they allow just 65 points per game but few realize the Bulldogs play great defense as well allowing just 60.9 points while averaging 83.2 points, SC scores 72.7 points per contest. The 'numbers' grade out to the Bulldogs advantage (big). Take GONZAGA! |
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03-31-17 | Mavs +4 v. Grizzlies | Top | 90-99 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 23 m | Show |
Dallas at Memphis 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Grizzlies- The Mavericks were making a move of the final playoffs spot but three straight losses have put a damper on their hopes as they find themselves three full games off the pace. Dallas has taken four of the last five meetings (4-1 ATS) with the loss a 80-64 beat down in November when the Mavs were without Dirk Nowitzki and now the Grizzlies are without center Marc Gasol. Memphis is pretty much 'locked' into their playoff seed and are just waiting for the playoffs to start. Take DALLAS! |
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03-30-17 | Rockets v. Blazers +1.5 | Top | 107-117 | Win | 100 | 12 h 51 m | Show |
Houston at Portland 10:35 ET Trailblazers (+) over Rockets- Houston has defeated Portland in both meetings so far averaging 128 points with James Harden leading the way with 32 points, 12 assists and seven rebounds winning by 16.5 points a game. Right now, the Trailblazers are the hottest team in the NBA winning 12 of 15 games in March and hold a one-game lead over Denver for the final playoff spot in the West. Harden put up his 20th triple-double against Golden State Tuesday night but it was obvious to viewers that Harden is 'hurting' as he injured is left wrist. That may be the difference tonight. Take PORTLAND! |
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03-30-17 | Georgia Tech +4 v. TCU | Top | 56-88 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 38 m | Show |
Georgia Tech vs Texas Christian 8:00 ET Yellow Jackets (+) over Horned Frogs- After getting 'crushed' in the NIT Tuesday I feel somewhat better after last night's win with Wyoming in the CBI as another of my 'Highest-Rated' releases. This one seems a bit odd as both these teams were a four seed and yet TCU comes up a strong favorite on a neutral court in New York. It seems even more out of the realm when we realize that Georgia Tech is 16-5 ATS in their last 21 games. The Horned Frogs are now 6-1 since dropping their final seven regular season games and have coach Jamie Dixon who is 27-15 lifetime at Madison Square Garden having led Pittsburgh to the Big East title nine years ago. In a tough one...take GEORGIA TECH! |
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03-29-17 | Coastal Carolina v. Wyoming -8 | Top | 57-81 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
Coastal Carolina at Wyoming 9:00 ET Cowboys (-) over Chanticleers- To start with as a former High School teacher and coach I had to find out what a Chanticleer because I had no idea what I was writing about. Okay, it's a 'feisty rooster' in Fairy Tales, sort of like the idea that Coastal Carolina has a chance tonight. Not in my book! The Cowboys who are 3-10 on the road took it on the chin in Conway, South Carolina and now those 'feisty roosters' find themselves tied by a Cowboy lasso as Wyoming is 17-3 straight-up at home and 7-2 ATS in their last nine including their Game 1 loss. CC is just 3-10 on the road losing by a 11.2 average. Take WYOMING! |
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03-29-17 | Hawks v. 76ers +1.5 | Top | 99-92 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers over Hawks- As long as any team that has Dwight Howard as their center is an imposter and won't winning anything that counts. Atlanta who just broke a seven-game losing streak beating Phoenix 95-91 last night has defeated the 76ers in the last six meetings and are 6-1 AST in their last seven meetings in Philadelphia. The 76ers return home after a five-game (2-3) road trip where they are 17-19 straight-up. But, their home advantage is really against the points where they are 15-2 ATS in their last 17 games playing as hosts. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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03-28-17 | TCU v. UCF +2.5 | Top | 68-53 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 23 m | Show |
Texas Christian vs Central Florida 9:00 ET Knights (+) over Horned Frogs- A pair of No. 4 seeds meet at Madison Square Garden in New York City as the NIT plays their semi-final contests. Texas Christian has reeled off three impressive wins in the tourney after the season with seven straight wins. TCU coach Jamie Dixon has done a great job setting school the record for wins (22) and bring this long time basketball doormat some pride. The Knights are fifth in the nation in scoring defense allowing just 61 points per contest. Central Florida is actually a higher four seed and will be getting points. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA! |
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03-28-17 | Heat v. Pistons +2.5 | Top | 97-96 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show |
Miami at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Heat- I an really kind of annoyed at missing out on playing 'against' the Pistons last night in New York where the Knicks lead from start to finish winning 109-95. Detroit had reached .500 but have now lost four straight and 7-of-8 but play three of their next four at home where they are 23-14. Miami who is within three games of the break-even mark has dropped their last two and are 14-22 on the road. Add that the Heat are 1-4 ATS in their last five visits to Detroit gives me the Pistons. Take DETROIT! |
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03-28-17 | CS Bakersfield +2.5 v. Georgia Tech | Top | 61-76 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
Cal-State Bakersfield vs Georgia Tech 7:00 ET Roadrunners (+) over Yellow Jackets- Really now, how many of you were aware that Cal-State Bakersfield win the Western Athletic Conference regular season title. The Roadrunners feel that they have something to prove as they were left out of the 'Big Dance' after qualifying for the first time in school history last season. Bakersfield who is 19-6 ATS in their last 25 games 'lined' overall has a great balance with three seniors, a junior and sophomore starter that are looking to showcase their talent. Georgia Tech has 15 losses on the season and this will be their final one...Take CAL-STATE BAKERSFIELD! |
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03-27-17 | Thunder v. Mavs +2 | Top | 92-91 | Win | 100 | 9 h 60 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City has the most exciting player in the NBA with Russell Westbrook who has posted 36 triple-doubles this season breaking all-time NBA record for a single season. But, most of the good things that can be said of the Thunder pretty much end there. Granted OKC is secure in their playoff position but they have not played well away from home and that spells trouble in the Playoffs as they will be seeded 5th or lower and will not have any home court advantage. The Thunder are 14-21 on the road (3rd worse among playoff teams) and have dropped eight of their last 10 as visitors. Take DALLAS! |
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03-26-17 | South Carolina v. Florida -3.5 | Top | 77-70 | Loss | -105 | 4 h 12 m | Show |
South Carolina vs Florida 2:20 ET Gators (-) over Gamecocks- Growing up within 30 miles of MSG when I was a youngster I realized South Carolina was always a New York favorite because of former Knicks star and Gamecocks coach Frank McGuire. So, I had no problem taking them against Baylor here in the Regional opener. Now, I see them in a position where it is so easy to take them after the way Florida blew a 12-point lead before beating Wisconsin 78-77. South Carolina is just 4-9 ATS in their last 13 overall and 1-9 ATS against the SEC. I have a source that I respect back 'East' who told mean South Carolina is the beat team left in the East and yet when this match-up was established his response was...'Fade them.' I trust him and I believe he is right. Take FLORIDA! |
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03-26-17 | Suns v. Hornets -11.5 | Top | 106-120 | Win | 100 | 2 h 9 m | Show |
Phoenix at Charlotte 1:00 ET Hornets (-) over Suns- What a joke. I know and 'love' Devin Booker the Suns bright-light who scored 70 points in the loss at Boston Friday night. But, after jumping out to a 25-3 lead the Celtics coasted the rest of the game playing little defense as Booker scored 51 points after halftime. Phoenix has lost seven straight and have not allowed fewer then 97 points in a game since January 5th. No kidding! Even eight game under .500 the Hornets still are fight for the final playoff spot in the East trailing the Bulls and Pistons by a 1.5 games. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-25-17 | Xavier v. Gonzaga -7.5 | Top | 59-83 | Win | 100 | 7 h 0 m | Show |
Xavier vs Gonzaga 6:09 ET Bulldogs (-) over Musketeers- The Musketeers pulled off the upset of the Tournament defeating Arizona 73-71 scoring the last nine points of the game over the final 2:39. Xavier has won three straight with guard Trevon Bluiett averaging 25 points and have never been to the Final Four and they are going to fall short once again. Gonzaga has never been there either and this will be their first trip to the Finals. These two clubs have met four times with the Bulldogs holding a 3-1 series lead and they will post another win with their heavy bodies leading the way. Take GONZAGA! |
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03-24-17 | UCLA v. Kentucky +1 | Top | 75-86 | Win | 100 | 13 h 1 m | Show |
UCLA vs. Kentucky 9:35 ET Wildcats (+) over Bruins- Without a doubt this will be the most heavily 'played' game of the weekend as these two high scoring high profile programs clash late Friday night. Just to show how thing change during the season the first week of the December these two met in Lexington and the Bruins pulled out a 97-92 victory as an 11-point underdog. Now, on a neutral site they are favored. When you get this far a team need more then talent and coaching becomes a big part of how thing play out. The edge their goes to Kentucky with John Calipari as he is 10-2 straight-up and ATS in Sweet-16 games including 5-0 with the Wildcats. UCLA on the other hand is 2-9 ATS in their last 11 Sweet-16 games. Take KENTUCKY! |
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03-24-17 | Cavs v. Hornets +3.5 | Top | 112-105 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 50 m | Show |
Cleveland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Cavaliers- The Cavaliers are struggling (0-3-1 ATS in last four)and even with the return of both Kevin Love and Kyle Korver they are having problems playing defense as the Nuggets 53% shooting last time out. Charlotte who has won their last three are chasing Miami for the final playoff spot in the East play their next three games at home and then will play five of their remaining games are on the road. In need...Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-23-17 | Purdue +5.5 v. Kansas | Top | 66-98 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 44 m | Show |
Purdue vs. Kansas 9:35 ET Boilermakers (+) over Jayhawks- According to Kansas coach Bill Self 'We haven't seen a team that plays through their bigs,' and they will get their chance Thursday. Purdue will count on Center Caleb Swanigan who keys their offense that averages over 80 points per game. The Jayhawks have gone 6-2 ATS in their last eight to rise their over ATS record to 13-18-1. This is not impressive but they have won 10-of-11 straight-up. Boilermakers are 6-1 both straight-up and ATS on neutral sites and Kansas is 5-3 both ways. In their last meetings the Jayhawks prevailed in the 2012 NCAA Tourney 63-60 as an 8-point favorite. Take PURDUE! |
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03-23-17 | Clippers v. Mavs +4.5 | Top | 95-97 | Win | 100 | 10 h 12 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Los Angeles- If there is one playoff team that I believe is an imposter it's the Los Angeles Clippers. There just always seems to be something lacking be it injuries or bonehead plays under pressure but I just don't see it. Here come the Clippers winners of three straight by an average margin of 21 points up again the Mavericks who are sitting 10th in the West. Having to overcome Denver and Portland is not an easy task but the Mavericks can here their cause with a win here. Take DALLAS! |
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03-22-17 | Cavs v. Nuggets +4 | Top | 113-126 | Win | 100 | 11 h 32 m | Show |
Cleveland at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Cavaliers- Denver is off back-to-back losses to Houston by one and four points getting beat 125-124. That is significant because the Nuggets are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games after allowing 100 points. They are also 12-2 ATS in their last 14 games following a straight-up loss. Now, don't get the idea that I have nothing to say about the Cavaliers. To start with they are 4-0-1 ATS in the last five meetings in Denver and 5-1-1 ATS in the last seven. The clincher for me is that Cleveland is just 18-16 straight-up on the road and only 14-20 ATS. Take the NUGGETS! |