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12-09-21 | Iowa -4 v. Iowa State | Top | 53-73 | Loss | -117 | 12 h 22 m | Show |
Iowa at Iowa State 9:00 ET Hawkeyes (+) over Cyclones- Iowa looking to make it five in-a-row over the Cyclones as they look to rebound from their losses to Illinois on Monday and No. 2 Purdue on Friday. Iowa State is cruising along 8-0 having posted their first true road game win in 25 tries at Creighton on Saturday. The Hawkeyes lead the series 47-27 and are 15-6 ATS in their last 21 after a SU loss. Add that the Cyclones are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 home games and the underdogs is 6-1-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take IOWA! |
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12-09-21 | Jazz v. 76ers +3.5 | Top | 118-96 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 31 m | Show |
Utah at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Jazz- With Philadelphia having won their last three games it bothers me that they have come up the underdog at home even against the Jazz. Utah won by 32 points last night in Minnesota and are 8-3 SU on the road. Philly has had their way against Utah and are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings including 4-0 ATS as hosts. The Jazz are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games as favorites while the 76ers are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six games as underdogs. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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12-08-21 | Nuggets v. Pelicans +2.5 | Top | 120-114 | Loss | -114 | 12 h 34 m | Show |
Denver at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Nuggets- New Orleans started the season 3-16 and have turned turn about a bit winning four of their last seven while the Nuggets have lost eight of their last 10 and are a crew of wounded players. Denver is just 3-7 ATS as favorites including 2-6 ATS as road favorites and 2-7 ATS on the road overall. The Pelicans are 8-2 ATS as host against Denver in the last 10 meetings and are 5-2 ATS as home underdogs. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-08-21 | Indiana +4 v. Wisconsin | Top | 59-64 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 17 m | Show |
Indiana at Wisconsin 7:00 ET Hoosiers (+) over Badgers- A pair of Big Ten contenders face-off in Madison where the 7-1 Badgers will host 7-1 Indiana. Wisconsin has won five straight since their home loss to Providence including wins over three previously undefeated teams in No. 12 Houston in Maui, at Georgia Tech and ripping apart Marquette while shooting 70.4% in the second have of their 89-76 victory. Indiana is 0-1 in true road games and have lost 10 consecutive games at the Kohl Center but the Hoosiers average 80.4 PPG and the underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Take INDIANA! |
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12-07-21 | Nets v. Mavs +4 | Top | 102-99 | Win | 100 | 7 h 50 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Dallas 7:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Nets- Brooklyn who has yet to lose back-to-back games as 14-4 SU in their last 18 and have played better on the road than and home. Only 8-5 at home the Nets take well to the road and are 8-2 SU as visitors. Dallas has had a rough go of late losing four of five as both Porzingis and Doncic are ailing and guard Tim Hardaway Jr. is questionable for tonight's action. ATS numbers on both side are weak but the Mavs are 4-1 in the last five meetings. Take DALLAS! |
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12-07-21 | Texas Tech +4 v. Tennessee | Top | 57-52 | Win | 100 | 7 h 48 m | Show |
Texas Tech vs Tennessee 7:00 ET Red Raiders (+) over Volunteers- This should be a good early season matchup as both clubs are 6-1 AU and 4-3 ATS with both clubs coming off their first true road games of the season. The Vols had better fortune coming from behind to win at Colorado while the Red Raiders blew a lead a Providence and fell 72-68. This game is at Madison Square Garden and Texas Tech is 4-1 ATS as neutral site underdogs and although Tennessee is 4-1 ATS as neutral site favorites they are 2-7 ATS after a ATS win. Take TEXAS TECH! |
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12-06-21 | Nuggets +4.5 v. Bulls | Top | 97-109 | Loss | -107 | 11 h 41 m | Show |
Denver at Chicago 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Bulls- Both clubs are off successful trips to New York with the Bulls winning a pair at Brooklyn and Madison Square Garden and Denver off our 'Money Game' win over the Knicks on Saturday. Billy Donovan has Chicago playing at a much higher level this season then in recent past the are protecting the home floor going 8-3 ATS as home favorites and are 16-5 ATS as favorites overall. But, the Nuggets are 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings and 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to Chicago. Take DENVER! |
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12-04-21 | Clippers v. Kings +1 | Top | 99-104 | Win | 100 | 10 h 50 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Clippers- Since the departure of coach Luke Walton the Kings are 3-3 SU under Alvin Gentry after winning their first two. The Clippers just ended a 3-game losing streak with a win over the Lakers in a game where Paul George turned his ankle. Los Angeles is 1-6 ATS after a SU win and 0-4 ATS with no rest. Kings player are said to have more say under Gentry and we'll see if it make a difference tonight. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-04-21 | Syracuse v. Florida State -6.5 | Top | 63-60 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 29 m | Show |
Syracuse at Florida State 4:00 ET Seminoles (-) over Orange- Syracuse enters its ACC opener after a huge double-overtime win over Indiana after getting blown out by Auburn in their previous game. The Orange (4-3) are led by a clan of Boeheim's as Buddy and Jimmy Boeheim scored a combined 53 points against the Hoosiers. Florida State is off a loss to the No.2 team in the nation getting trounced by Purdue 93-65 and now the Seminoles come up strong favorites in their conference opener. The Orange defense is one of the worst in the nation surrendering 82 PPG ranking 345th. Take FLORIDA STATE! |
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12-03-21 | 76ers +1.5 v. Hawks | Top | 98-96 | Win | 100 | 9 h 18 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:30 ET 76ers (+) over Hawks- Some will have to give here as the Hawks host Philadelphia Friday night. Atlanta who is still looking to get their footing this season at 12-10 are 8-3 SU at home and are 7-3 ATS while Philadelphia is playing better on the road then in past seasons going 7-4-1 ATS. In the past the 76ers would just mail it in when in Atlanta and are 2-7 ATS ij the last nine meetings in Georgia. But, with the return of Joel Embiid form COVID the Sixers are 3-1-1 ATS in their last five road games. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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12-01-21 | Mavs v. Pelicans +3.5 | Top | 139-107 | Loss | -104 | 7 h 2 m | Show |
Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- After winning just three of their first 19 games New Orleans has won 3-of-4 while the Struggling Mavericks have lost five of their last six. The Pelicans are 5-1 ATS in their last six games as home underdog while Dallas is 4-1 ATS in their last five road games but are 1-4 ATS against teams with losing records. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-01-21 | Cincinnati v. Miami-OH +3.5 | Top | 59-58 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Miami-Ohio 7:00 ET Red Hawks (+) over Bearcats- With all the attention on Cincinnati directed toward the football field the Bearcats basketball team is yearning for some attention. The Bearcats opened the season with five straight wins and have now dropped their last two losing to No. 13 Arkansas in Kansas City and then shocked by Monmouth-NJ (+11) 61-59. Miami-O also started the year 5-0 but dropped their last contest at Western Illinois 79-67 their first road game of the season. Now, back home with the Cats playing their first true road game...take MIAMI-OHIO! |
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11-30-21 | Duke v. Ohio State +2.5 | Top | 66-71 | Win | 100 | 10 h 3 m | Show |
Duke at Ohio State 9:30 ET Buckeyes (+) over Blue Devils- Duke took the main stage in Las Vegas playing before the state of Nevada's record crowd for a basketball game (20,389) against No. 1 Gonzaga Friday night. The Bulldogs were undefeated and coming off a thrashing of No. 2 UCLA in Las Vegas Tuesday night. Ohio State hasn't been so fortunate dropping two of three including a 71-68 loss to No. 23 Florida on a 3-point buzzer-beater. Although Duke is 19-3 in the Challenge the Buckeyes are 9-11 defeating North Carolina and Notre Dame the last two events. OSU is 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as underdogs. Take OHIO STATE! |
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11-28-21 | Warriors v. Clippers +3 | Top | 105-90 | Loss | -104 | 6 h 12 m | Show |
Golden State at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET Clippers (+) over Warriors- I don't know about 'you' but I just love to watch Golden State with Stephen Curry play basketball. Currently the Warriors winners of six straight have the best record in the NBA and 17-2 is very impressive but maybe even more so is that they are 14-4-1 ATS. Clippers have been a bit inconsistent but play well against the Warriors going 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and are 4-1 ATAS as home dogs. Take CLIPPERS! |
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11-27-21 | Knicks +5.5 v. Hawks | Top | 99-90 | Win | 100 | 9 h 26 m | Show |
New York at Atlanta 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Hawks- last season both Atlanta and New York exceeded expectations and met in the NBA opening round of the playoffs with the Knicks the Number 4 seed and the Hawks No. 5. Atlanta took out New York in that series and a great deal is expected of them both this year. The Knicks jumped out to a 5-1 start and are just 5-8 since while the Hawks lost nine of their first 13 and are 6-1 since. Although the Knicks are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings they are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 games in Atlanta. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-27-21 | Oklahoma v. UCF +1.5 | Top | 65-62 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 2 m | Show |
Oklahoma vs Central Florida 2:00 ET Knights over Sooners- Under coach Johnny Dawkins Central Florida is 4-0 for the first time in four years and will be hosting a 5-1 Oklahoma team playing their first true road game. Being on the road is a place the Sooners would rather not be as they are 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games overall and 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games as favorites. The Knights are 4-1 as underdogs and 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games overall. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA! |
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11-26-21 | Celtics v. Spurs +4 | Top | 88-96 | Win | 100 | 8 h 35 m | Show |
Boston at San Antonio 8:30 ET Spurs (+) over Celtics- I just don't think these Boston Celtics are all that good or they are so underachieving that they can only get better but I don't think so. It is said that 'numbers never lie...but they can be very misleading' and still provide valuable information. The Celtics seem happy with just loping down court and throwing out the first 3-point opportunity they come across without a thought of concern for rebound positing or defensive position as they are now defenseless. Spurs need good effort and Boston is the perfect visitor as they are just 1-4 ATS in San Antonio and 5-16-1 ATS in the last 22 meetings overall. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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11-24-21 | Ohio State +2 v. Florida | Top | 68-71 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 20 m | Show |
Ohio State vs Florida 8:30 ET Buckeyes (+) over Gators- No. 23 undefeated Florida (4-0) takes on 4-1 Ohio State in the Beach Division Championship Game in the Fort Myers Tip-off. The Gators just had a walk-over game cruising 80-60 over California to get here with the Buckeyes showing toughness in their 79-76 win over No. 21 Seton Hall. OSU is 8-5 over the Gators in their 13 series meetings and I like the team that hard the tougher road to the finals. Take OHIO STATE! |
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11-24-21 | Lakers +3.5 v. Pacers | Top | 124-116 | Win | 100 | 8 h 39 m | Show |
L.A. Lakers at Indiana 7:00 ET Lakers (+) over Pacers- According to the oddsmakers the Lakers are the 'bettor' choice' to win the NBA Championship and I think it's time for them to re-think their position. This is a team that is 4-7 without Lebron James on the floor and look totally directionless without the 'King.' If this is who Los Angeles is without James it just should establish that he is the MVP or at least 'Most Impact-full Person'. James returns tonight and adds the stability needed to rein in Westbrook's inconsistent play. Take the LAKERS! |
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11-23-21 | Mavs +5.5 v. Clippers | Top | 112-104 | Win | 100 | 12 h 49 m | Show |
Dallas at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Clippers- These two met two days ago and the Clippers eked out a 97-71 win over the Mavericks for the cover. This time round Los Angeles still will be without Kawhi Leonard and they are a totally different team without him. This is the Clippers seventh game in nine days and Luca Doncic will be back for the Mavericks after a three game absence and he will be the difference. Take DALLAS! |
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11-23-21 | Virginia +3 v. Providence | Top | 58-40 | Win | 100 | 8 h 20 m | Show |
Virginia and Providence 7:30 ET Cavaliers (+) over Friars- Virginia who is not far removed from their National Title has won six tournaments in their last seven November tourney championships one of which came over Providence. The Friars are undefeated (5-0) but are 3-4 lifetime against Virginia and are just 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games on neutral sites including 0-5 Ats as neutral site favorites. Despite the Cavaliers struggling of late as they are1-4 AST in the last five at neutral sites they game the money here. Take VIRGINIA! |
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11-21-21 | Mavs +2.5 v. Clippers | Top | 91-97 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 21 m | Show |
Dallas at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Clippers- The last time these two met was in the opening round of the NBA Playoff last season and Dallas jumped out to a 2-0 lead before falling in seven game to the Kawhi Leonard led Clippers. This time round Los Angeles will be without Leonard and they are a totally different team without him. This is the Clippers fifth game in seven days and fatigue set in on Friday getting outscored 22-12 in the final quarter. Luca Doncic will be back for the Mavericks after a two game absence and he will be the difference. Take DALLAS! |
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11-19-21 | Pacers +2 v. Hornets | Top | 118-121 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 20 m | Show |
Indiana at Charlotte 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Hornets- Indiana is finishing a 3-game road trip and they are 2-8 SU in their 10 road games thus far this season going 4-6 ATS while the Hornets are 5-2 SU and ATS at home. But, I expect Charlotte to have a bit of a let down after defeating a pair of division leaders in Golden State and Washington in back-to-back games. The Pacers are 10-2 ATS when playing a team with a winning record and 4-1 ATS in their last five games as underdogs. Take INDIANA! |
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11-17-21 | Michigan State v. Butler +3.5 | Top | 73-52 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Michigan State at Butler 7:00 ET Bulldogs (+) over Spartans- Both of these schools have a rich basketball history with Michigan State being more renown having won a number of national championships but the Butler Bulldogs on a smaller scale has had achieved many accolades throughout their history. The Spartans opened the season at Madison Square Garden against Kansas and hung tough for the first half and then fell to the Jayhawks 87-74 but they won their home opener 90-46 over Western Michigan. Butler is 3-0 having won three home games against lesser competition and are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games as home underdogs while the Spartans are 4-13 ATS as road favorites. Take BUTLER! |
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11-15-21 | Pelicans +3.5 v. Wizards | Top | 100-105 | Loss | -106 | 9 h 20 m | Show |
New Orleans at Washington 7:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Wizards- After starting 3-9 last season the Wizards have been one of the biggest surprises in the NBA at 9-3 this year. New Orleans ended a nine game losing streak with their first home win (1-6) of the season defeating Memphis 112-101 with the return of Brandon Ingram and he must be the difference as Washington opened a meager 3-point favorite. I expect that number to rise as well as the Pelicans stock after tonight win on the road. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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11-14-21 | Warriors v. Hornets +5.5 | Top | 102-106 | Win | 100 | 11 h 31 m | Show |
Golden State at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Warriors- Golden State is the NBA's best at 11-1 and lead the league in scoring with 116.2 ppg led by Stephen Curry's 28.4 ppg. Charlotte is at the other end in defense ranked dead last surrendering 116 ppg and yet are 7-7 SU and ATS this season. This is a homecoming for Curry and their should be a full house in attendance with the Panthers on the road. The trends are all one-sided as is the money wagered pointing toward the Warriors...but not tonight. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-13-21 | Grizzlies v. Pelicans +4 | Top | 101-112 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show |
Memphis at New Orleans 7:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Grizzlies- The 1-12 Pelicans have now dropped nine straight games but did get the 'cover' last night (+9) losing to the Nets 120-112 braking a five-game non-cover streak. Memphis has lost their last two at home and take to the road where they are 2-3 SU. The Grizzlies have struggled against the Pelicans going 0-6 ATS in the last six meetings and 0-4 ATS in New Orleans with or without Zion Williamson. Surprisingly, New Orleans is 0-6 SU at home but is 6-1 ATS playing with no rest and get the money here. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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11-13-21 | UCF +2.5 v. Miami-FL | Top | 95-89 | Win | 100 | 4 h 1 m | Show |
Central Florida at Miami-Fl 1:00 ET Knights (+) over Hurricanes- Miami coach Jim Larranaga are looking to improve upon a disappointing 2020-21 season by using the transfer protocol adding four 'new' players and the return of a number of injured players from last year. Central Florida unlike the Hurricanes bring back almost all their scoring and playing time from an 11-12 club last season. They have added 6-11 transfer Cheikh Mbacke who was team captain last season and he started with five blocked shots in the Knights opening victory over Robert Morris. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA! |
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11-12-21 | Suns v. Grizzlies +1 | Top | 119-94 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 24 m | Show |
Phoenix at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Suns- Phoenix who started the year 1-3 have reeled off six straight wins and five straight ATS wins take to the road after playing 6-of-7 at home and are playing outside the PT zone for the first time this season. Memphis has wins over the Clippers, Warriors and twice over the Nuggets but haven't been able to string wins back-to-back. The Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS after a double-digit loss at home and the Suns are 1-4 ATS as road underdogs. Take MEMPHIS! |
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11-11-21 | Heat +3 v. Clippers | Top | 109-112 | Push | 0 | 14 h 34 m | Show |
Miami at L.A. Clippers 10:40 ET Heat (+) over Clippers- After a slow start the Clippers have won five straight and are off a 117-109 victory over Portland last night while Miami fell in OT to the undermanned Lakers. Not a long trip for the Heat who are 0-5 ATS in the last five meetings and 4-9 ATS at LA. But this is a tough Miami team that truly has grit and is 5-0 ATS on zero days rest and 9-4 ATS in their last 13 road games. Take MIAMI! |
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11-10-21 | Mavs +3.5 v. Bulls | Top | 107-117 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 32 m | Show |
Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Bulls- Dallas is off to their best start in seven years and at 7-3 they are about to embark play that puts them on the road the six of their next seven games. The start here with a win against the Bulls who they have dropped their last three games against. The Mavericks are warming up to Jason Kidd at the helm and are ready to break through as underdogs (0-5 ATS L-5). Luka Doncic can dominate the floor here. Take DALLAS! |
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11-09-21 | Kentucky +3 v. Duke | Top | 71-79 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
Kentucky vs. Duke 9:30 ET Wildcats over Blue Devils- This one tips off the college basketball season at Madison Square Garden between No. 9 Duke and No. 10 Kentucky as both schools are seeking bounce back seasons. Neither club make to the NCAA tourney last season as the Wildcats finished 9-16 and the Blue Devils 13-11 but were denied a spot because of a rash of COVID infections. Coach Mike Krzyzewski enters his 42nd and final season at Duke (47 total) and is no stranger to playing at MSG but will follow this contest with five straight at home while the Wildcats will play their next seven games in Lexington. Kentucky has added three transfer players from West Virginia, Davidson and Georgia and their previous experience should be the difference. Take KENTUCKY! |
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11-08-21 | Hawks +3.5 v. Warriors | Top | 113-127 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 44 m | Show |
Atlanta at Golden State 10:00 ET Hawks (+) over Warriors- The gleam and shine from last season's playoff run by the Hawks seems to have faded during the off season as they are off to a 4-6 start and just 3-7 ATS. Golden State seems to gained their previous form leading the NBA with an 8-1 record and are 5-1 SU going 3-0-1 ATS in their last four. This will be their sixth straight home game after such a long stay at home a ream can become a bit stale. Atlanta has dropped 5-of-6 SU and 6-of-7 ATS but are ready to breakout as they are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall and 4-1 ATS in their last five at Golden State. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-07-21 | Pacers +1.5 v. Kings | Top | 94-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 39 m | Show |
Indiana at Sacramento 6:00 ET Pacers (+) over Kings- The price of this game has me a little miffed as 5-4 Sacramento and off a pair home wins and 'covers' with the last one by 30-points is hosting the 3-7 Pacers who are 0-5 on the road and yet the Kings are favored by less than a field goal. Add that Indiana is 1-4 ATS in their last five trips to Sacramento makes this even more intriguing. One more strange thing about this Kings squad is that they are not playing Marvin Bagley III who is not listed on the injury list and has played in just one game for 10 minutes scoring only two points. That's more time than Ben Simmons but the Kings are supposedly trying to trade him. Take INDIANA! |
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11-05-21 | Knicks +4 v. Bucks | Top | 113-98 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show |
New York at Milwaukee 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Bucks- New York has gone from the No. 1 defensive team to the bottom third of the pack and I believe that it can all be attributed to the addition of defensively challenged Kemba Walker. The Knicks have dropped their last two while Milwaukee just ended a 3-game slide with a win at Detroit as they deal with a rash of injuries and COVID prodigals. Now, the Knicks throw up 3-point attempts with the best of them and are No. 2 in scoring averaging 113 ppg. Look for New York who is 15-7 ATS in their last 22 road games while Milwaukee is 6-2 ATS as home favorites. The Bucks stops here! Take the KNICKS! |
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11-04-21 | Jazz v. Hawks +2 | Top | 116-98 | Loss | -100 | 4 h 21 m | Show |
Utah at Atlanta 7:20 ET Hawks (+) over Jazz- Atlanta started quick with wins in 3 of their first 4 and have mw dropped 3-of-4 including a loss at Brooklyn last night while the Jazz are 6-1 with their only loss coming at Chicago against the then unbeaten Bulls. The trends are difficult to argue with and Utah has all the numbers on their side but Atlanta is an 'upstart' and Hawks have claws too. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-03-21 | Pelicans +4.5 v. Kings | Top | 99-112 | Loss | -104 | 7 h 13 m | Show |
New Orleans at Sacramento 10:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Kings- How about those Pelicans they can lay-down with the best of them as they did last night at one point leading by 20-points and falling by 12 with an 11-point-spread. Much has been expected of Sacramento this season but without Marvin Bagley who is out of the playing rotation.Sacramento also blew a 20-point lead at Utah last night but a least got the money so tonight, we'll play against them. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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11-02-21 | Heat v. Mavs +2.5 | Top | 125-110 | Loss | -104 | 5 h 40 m | Show |
Miami at Dallas 7:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Heat- Miami is off to a 5-1 start and are looking to establish themselves as the best team in the East as they are the NBA's top defensive club holding opponents to 97 points per game while scoring 114 ppg which ranks them No. 3 on offense and those are tough stats to overcome. Dallas is 3-0 at home although their only 'cover' came Sunday night against the Kings. Like most 'Unicorns' Kristaps Porzingis is rarely seen and has missed the Mavericks last three games while the Heat's Bam Adebayo missed Saturday's win with a bruised knee. I can't support my side with trends as it's all Miami. Still. Take DALLAS! |
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10-31-21 | Blazers v. Hornets +1.5 | Top | 113-125 | Win | 100 | 5 h 7 m | Show |
Portland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Trailblazers- Okay, the streak should end here. Portland has posted two straight home wins over the Grizzlies and the Clippers and leave the west for the first time to play in Charlotte where the Hornets return after 2-game Florida road trip ending in Miami with a 114-99 loss to the Heat. The Blazers have a solid history against the Hornets and are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings but this 'Waspy' club has a different sting. Hornets are 5-1 after an ATS loss and 16-5 ATS after a SU loss of more then 10 points...take CHARLOTTE! |
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10-30-21 | Jazz v. Bulls +3.5 | Top | 99-107 | Win | 100 | 7 h 44 m | Show |
Utah at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Jazz- Utah is the lone undefeated team in the NBA at 4-0 but all good things must come to an end as the 4-1 Bulls rebound from their 1-point loss to the Knicks to be the last team to fall from the unbeaten ranks. The Jazz are not only 4-0 SU but ATS as well as defense has been the key allowing just 97 ppg. Chicago's defense is nothing to scoff at as they rank fourth allowing just 98.8 ppg. Although Utah's road record as favorites is impressive (6-1 ATS in last seven they are just 5-16-1 ATS on the road against teams with winning records and the Bulls are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games. Take CHICAGO! |
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10-28-21 | Grizzlies +6 v. Warriors | Top | 104-101 | Win | 100 | 12 h 52 m | Show |
Memphis at Golden State 10:10 ET Grizzlies (+) over Warriors- These two met in the NBA's inaugural Play-in tournament last May and the Grizzlies eliminated the Warriors with a 117-112 win and they went on to lose to Utah 4-1 in the first round. Although Memphis is just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 meetings at Golden State most of that damage was done before the arrival of Ja Morant. This season the Grizzlies are actually outscoring the Warriors and are third in the league at 166.5 ppg and they are 9-4 ATS as road underdogs. Take MEMPHIS! |
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10-27-21 | Wizards +4.5 v. Celtics | Top | 116-107 | Win | 100 | 8 h 43 m | Show |
Washington at Boston 7:30 ET Wizards (+) over Celtics- It appears that less-Westbrook is more. After a disastrous 2019-20 season the Wizards have started the 2020-21 season 2-1 without Russell Westbrook on the team. Boston opened the year with consecutive losses but have rebounded with a pair of wins and return to TS Garden where they suffered their worst home loss since March 2007 bowing to the Raptors 115-83. Washington is a better balanced team without Westbrook as they had six players ij double-figures in their lone loss but shot only 37% falling to Brooklyn on Monday. Wizards are 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings and are 6-1 after an ATS loss and get the money here. Take WASHINGTON! |
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10-26-21 | Nuggets v. Jazz -7 | Top | 110-122 | Win | 100 | 11 h 4 m | Show |
Denver at Utah 10:00 ET Jazz (-) over Nuggets- A great matchup in the West has Denver (1-0 on the road) visiting Utah (1-0 at home) clashing in a pair of playoff teams that met in the playoff bubble in 2020 when Denver rallied to win after falling behind 3-1 in the series. But in Salt Lake City the series takes a different turn as the Jazz are 12-4 ATS when hosting in Utah and the Nuggets are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 overall when underdogs. Utah is No. 1 on defense with 93.5 points allowed and the Nuggets struggle getting to the hoop ranking 26th scoring under a 100 points per game. The Jazz are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites and 5-1 ATS in their last six home games. Take UTAH! |
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10-25-21 | Blazers v. Clippers -3 | Top | 86-116 | Win | 100 | 10 h 52 m | Show |
Portland at L.A. Clippers 10:40 ET Clippers (-) over Trailblazers- The Clippers without Kawhi Leonard have yet to post a win this season having lost to the Warriors and Grizzlies while Portland posted a huge win for us (Money Game) Saturday night over Phoenix. This is the first road game of the season for the Trailblazers and they lead the NBA in scoring after two games averaging 127.5 points and are ranked No. 2 in FG percentage (all at home). Portland is 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings and 0-4 ATS in their last four meetings in Los Angeles. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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10-24-21 | Warriors v. Kings +3.5 | Top | 119-107 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 16 m | Show |
Golden State at Sacramento 9:00 ET Kings (+) over Warriors- A matchup of the two top NBA 3-point shooters headline this battle of California teams as the Warriors Stephen Curry and Kings Buddy Hield both have made 10 long distance shots in their two games. Both clubs are 1-1 ATS bit Golden State is 2-0 SU and are scoring 118 points per contest. Sacramento takes pride in defeating the Warriors and are 9-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings including 4-0 in the last four at home. The Kings are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games when underdogs and the beat goes on...take SACRAMENTO! |
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10-23-21 | Heat v. Pacers +4.5 | Top | 91-102 | Win | 100 | 7 h 47 m | Show |
Miami at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Heat- Miami opened the season with revenge win over the defending NBA Champions Milwaukee Thursday as the routed the Bucks 137-95. The Pacers are 0-2 after dropped in pair of road games at Charlotte and an 2OT loss at Washington last night. Indiana was small favorites in both of those road games and now return to Indianapolis for their home opener and will be getting points once again and they are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games when underdogs. Take INDIANA! |
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10-19-21 | Nets +1.5 v. Bucks | Top | 104-127 | Loss | -102 | 6 h 11 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Milwaukee 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Bucks- So to start the NBA season we the defending NBA Champions playing at home in a virtual Pick-em situation and in most circumstances that would seem a bit odd but the Bucks opponent here is the heralded Brooklyn Nets who have as much fire-power as any team in the NBA. The Nets of course will be without mental case Kyrie (Drama Queen) Irving who has fallen off one of the sides of the flat planet earth and believe it or not Brooklyn will better off without him as his playing ability which is immense is just not worth the constant distractions. The Bucks have had the best of the Nets but this is a fresh start to a new season. Take BROOKLYN! |
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07-20-21 | Suns v. Bucks -4.5 | Top | 98-105 | Win | 100 | 12 h 37 m | Show |
Phoenix at Milwaukee 9:00 ET Bucks (-) over Suns- Well, well, well...it took a real 'pressure' game for the true Chris Paul to show up like the CP we are used to seeing when it counts. Phoenix had the best road record in the NBA going 24-12 SU during the regular season but they are facing a Bucks team that is 9-1 at home during the Playoffs. From what I've seen the 'Greek Freak' has just taken over the in side game both offensively and defensively and he is just too strong inside when he has the ball and manages to dish the ball off for teammates easy buckets. Always a danger of the desperate Suns coming in under the 'number' but I don't believe this one will even be that close. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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07-17-21 | Bucks +4 v. Suns | Top | 123-119 | Win | 100 | 27 h 57 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee was once again down 0-2 in a playoff series as they were against Brooklyn and Atlanta are now facing the Suns who have lost two straight for the first time in the playoffs. for the first time since 1993 and are on the brink of their first NBA Championship. The Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo is back in action but hasn't received the support from his mates on the road that are needed to win. The home team has dominated this series and a tight game is in the cards. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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07-08-21 | Bucks +5.5 v. Suns | Top | 108-118 | Loss | -100 | 21 h 57 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Phoenix 9:00 ET Bucks (+) over Suns- Okay, guys and gals, many of my peers were taken back when I released Phoenix in Game 1 as I am for the most part looking for an underdog that can win the game. Now, when I post the Bucks in Game two I will hear 'Oh, the zig-sag', well it might seem that way and it works often enough but Milwaukee has responded throughout the playoffs this far when you would least expect it. I still can't figure out how a player can be named MVP twice in consecutive seasons and yet is a liability during crunch time in the biggest games. Defense yes, rebounding yes, and assists yes, but 3-point and free throw shooting are a terrible no-no. Still, an MVP responds here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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07-06-21 | Bucks v. Suns -5.5 | Top | 105-118 | Win | 100 | 28 h 42 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (-) over Bucks- Milwaukee defied the odds at Atlanta ion Game 6 with the 'Freak' but are up against them again Tuesday as they are just 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games as underdogs and 13-27-1 in their last 41 as playoff underdogs. The 'number' behind the Suns are almost too good...almost. But, they are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 overall and 11-4 ATS in their last 15 as playoff favorites. I'm not worried about matchup or who's on the court really what I like is that the Suns are 6-1 ATS in their last seven meetings at home. Take PHOENIX! |
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06-30-21 | Suns v. Clippers +1 | Top | 130-103 | Loss | -115 | 13 h 37 m | Show |
Phoenix at LA Clippers 9:00 ET Clippers (+) over Suns- here we go again with the Clippers who have become so predictable I can't wait for their next game and only wish that his was a Best of 21 series. It's simple, go down 0-2 and then make a series out of it it's what they do! L.A.'s Paul 'Playoff P' George finally had a game that counted going 15-of-20 from the floor with 13 rebounds as the Suns just couldn't keep pace. Phoenix still has plenty of room only having to win one of the next two but they are some are only 2-10 ATS at LA with one of those 'covers' coming in Game 4 their 84-40 victory! I look for the Clippers to extend the series to seven games and expect an easy win here. Tale LOS ANGELES! |
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06-29-21 | Bucks -6.5 v. Hawks | Top | 88-110 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 19 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Atlanta 8:30 ET Bucks (-) over Hawks- I've been led to believe that in the long run the 'cream will rise to the top' and I'm thinking that is what is happening in this series. Atlanta jumped out to a 1-0 lead by catching the Bucks unprepared for the Hawks high flying offense but have made the necessary adjustments in Games 2 and 3 holding Atlanta to 25 points less in Game 2 than in Game 1 and 14 points below that number in Atlanta in Game 3. I stated half jokingly that after the way Brooklyn blew out Milwaukee in the first two games of that series that I wouldn't be surprised if the Bucks came back and won it...and they did and 'we' did cash-in. Trae Young is questionable and that may be the death nil for the Hawks. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-28-21 | Clippers +5.5 v. Suns | Top | 116-102 | Win | 100 | 12 h 21 m | Show |
LA Clippers at Phoenix 9:00 ET Clippers over Suns- Chris Paul is on the brink of playing in his first NBA Finals after 15 frustrating years of falling short as Phoenix needs but one more win to enter their first Championship round since 1993. Los Angeles is still without 2-time Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard and Paul 'Playoff P' George depicts the adage 'Statistics never lie but they can be very misleading.' Although leading the Clippers with 23 points last time out he was 5-of-20 from the floor and 1-of-9 from 3-point range before fouling out and was also charged with a technical foul. In Game 3 he once again was LA's leading scorer but was 9-of-26 with six turnovers. But, with the Clippers on the edge of elimination they will scrape and claw until the final horn. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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06-27-21 | Bucks v. Hawks +5 | Top | 113-102 | Loss | -112 | 10 h 8 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Atlanta 8:30 ET As Trae Young goes so go the Hawks as his performance has pretty much dictated the outcome of Games 1 and 2 scoring 48 in the Game 1 win and just 16 in the game 2 loss. So, Young is averaging 29.4 points in the playoffs with the next teammate in scoring is John Collins with just 14.4 ppg. Milwaukee of course has leading scorer, rebounder and assist man Giannis Antetokounmpo at 28.9 points with Khris Middleton next at 22.0 ppg and he is followed by Jrue Holiday (17.1). The Bucks are 2-0 in Game 3 of their playoffs series with the last a win over Brooklyn when down 0-2. But, here's the lowdown...Atlanta is 20-6 ATS in their last 26 home games 11-5 ATS in their last 16 games overall and the Bucks are just 2-5 ATS as road favorites and only 1-5 ATS in their last six Conference Finals. Plus I am always looking to take a team off a 34-point loss to rebound! Take ATLANTA! |
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06-25-21 | Hawks v. Bucks -7.5 | Top | 91-125 | Win | 100 | 12 h 44 m | Show |
Atlanta at Milwaukee 8:30 ET Bucks (-) over Hawks- The high-flying Hawks swooped down on the Bucks in Game 1 and are fearless and playing with the utmost confidence. Milwaukee on the other hand continues to put themselves in jeopardy as they once again fall behind in a playoff series. Game 2 of a NBA Playoff series provides us with some interesting facts. To start with when a home team favored by 7-or-more points and loses Game 1 outright they are than an amazing 18-2 ATS in Game 2. Atlanta has had the best of Milwaukee going 13-6 ATS in the last 19 meetings but will have to overcome this unbelievable trend. Look for then Bucks to rebound here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-23-21 | Hawks v. Bucks -7.5 | Top | 116-113 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 43 m | Show |
Atlanta at Milwaukee 8:30 ET Bucks (-) over Hawks- Atlanta has certainly shown that they belong as they have won two playoff series against the Knicks and the 76ers. Milwaukee pulled off the biggest surprise in the playoffs to date coming back from and 0-2 deficit after losing Game 2 by 49 points to Brooklyn before rallying for a win in Game 7 over a depleted Nets squad. This line appears to be very high and inviting if you like Atlanta especially when we see that the Hawks are 12-3 ATS in the last 15 meetings at Milwaukee. After two years of having the best record in the NBA and failing early in the playoffs the Bucks can advance to the Finals will a win over Atlanta and they are looking to atone for past failures just to get there. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-22-21 | Clippers v. Suns -4.5 | Top | 103-104 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 17 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns over Clippers- There seems to be a patten with these Clippers as they go down early in these playoff series and then make an epic comeback and advance with or without 2-time Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard. The Suns with also be without one of their prime time players in Chris Paul whose absence has been overcome by Devin Booker's play. Both starts Paul and Leonard again will be sidelined. Phoenix is 8-0 in their last eight games overall sort of the way they closed last season in the 'Bubble' and they are 23-9 as home favorites. Take the SUNS! |
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06-20-21 | Hawks v. 76ers -7 | Top | 103-96 | Loss | -108 | 12 h 29 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia 8:00 ET 76ers (-) over Hawks- It was a great run for Atlanta who has surprised the entire NBA in the progress they have made in the past season but as the Beatles said...It's all over now! The 76ers did what they had to do in their winning when facing elimination and that is something the Hawks will face for the first time. They would have to continue their torrid shooting and that's Trae Young's department while the rest of the crew struggles as they missed 11 of 24 free throws last time out. Atlanta will be without DeAndre hunter and most likely without Bogdan Bogdanovic and they just don't have the depth of the Sixers. Atlanta is just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 road games and are only 1-4 ATS in their last five games in Philly. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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06-19-21 | Bucks +2 v. Nets | Top | 115-111 | Win | 100 | 13 h 28 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Brooklyn 8:30 ET Bucks over Nets- Let me start by saying at at Pick-em or close enough that you will just have to pick the winner to win the bet. Now, here's the deal, NBA home teams own a 109-31 record in Games 7 and Milwaukee is 2-8 in their playoff Game 7's. Now, we are concerned as to who will actually play for the injured Nets as Irving is most likely out and Harden hasn't been the same and Durant is on another planet while playing at home. Here's a crazy stat, the Bucks are 31-15-1 ATS in the last 47 meetings but Brooklyn is 5-1 ATS at home. This line is just too inviting with all those home team stats so I must go the other way. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-18-21 | Jazz v. Clippers +2 | Top | 119-131 | Win | 100 | 11 h 42 m | Show |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 10:10 ET Clippers (+) over Jazz- Utah the No. 1 seed in the West grabbed a 2-0 series lead with a pair of wins at home but now have dropped three straight for the first time this season and are on the brink of elimination against a wounded but 'game' opponent on the Clippers. Los Angeles will be without two-time Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard and Serge Ibaka who is out of the playoffs because of back surgery. Utah's Donovan Mitchell says that his sore right ankle that keep him out for 18 games has worsened during this series. Utah is 9-3 ATS in their last 12 at LA against the Clippers and are 4-0 ATS as road favorites while the Clips are 1-4 ATS in their last five home games...Take the CLIPPERS! |
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06-17-21 | Nets v. Bucks -5.5 | Top | 89-104 | Win | 100 | 12 h 21 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Milwaukee 8:30 ET Bucks (-) over Nets- My first impression of Game 6 is that the oddsmaker is giving Milwaukee plenty of room to win and not 'cover' in this the highest point-spread in this series. This is what bothers me, yes I understand Irving is out but Harden is back and even at 80% he's good enough to be an asset and this 'price' makes me think the Bucks are more than likely going to run away from the Nets here. The 'number' is just too inviting and Brooklyn is 3-7 ATS as playoff dogs and 0-4 ATS in their last four games when underdogs. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-16-21 | Clippers +3 v. Jazz | Top | 119-111 | Win | 100 | 13 h 28 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Utah 10:00 ET Clippers (+) over Jazz- It's like they're playing with 'us' the way los Angeles hangs the fruit out to their opponents and then snatches it away before the befuddled pray. Aside from that this is a No. 1 seed at home with the line under a long range field goal and we aren't even in the conference finals yet. Just saying it looks way short to me and after a pair of blow out home wins the Clippers are really cocky and usually I don't favor that but LA is loving their role and brimming confidence. Meanwhile, the Jazz have to be shaken to their core as the were totally dominated in the last two and being the No. 1 seed brings a different pressure and attitude and their karma seems shot. The lone tells the tale...Take the L.A. CLIPPERS! |
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06-15-21 | Bucks v. Nets +4.5 | Top | 108-114 | Win | 100 | 12 h 7 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Brooklyn 8:30 ET Nets (+) over Bucks- Confused? I am! When Brooklyn went up 2-0 I whispered 'The Bucks look so bad they might win the series' but, was I half joking or completely joking. Either way with Irving going down and Durant the last man standing among the Big-3 can the Nets regroup as a home underdog. Milwaukee is just punk enough to get beat or win under the number while they don't shoot well on the road and Durant had his two poor shooting nights in Milwaukee. Tough call but my gut says take the injured party...play BROOKLYN! |
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06-14-21 | 76ers v. Hawks +3.5 | Top | 100-103 | Win | 100 | 11 h 38 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over 76ers- The Hawks were flying high after running past the Knicks and jumping out to a huge early lead in Game 1 at Philadelphia posting an easy win. Well, nothing has come easy since the third quarter of Game 1 as the 76ers have decided to play like men and Atlanta hasn't been up to the task. The Sixers broke the Hawks 13-game home winning streak and now it's time for the Hawks to re-establish the home court swagger and they are good enough to show it. Take ATLANTA! |
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06-13-21 | Nets v. Bucks +2 | Top | 96-107 | Win | 100 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Milwaukee 3:00 ET Bucks (+) over Nets- There is 1:20 left in Game 3 with the Nets holding a 3-point lead after a Kevin Durant bomb and I'm thinking same old story with Milwaukee. Here they've blown a 21-point lead and they about to go down 0-3 and then the 'phone rang!' The Bucks come-back win was due largely because neither Durant nor Irving saw the ball again as Bruce Brown took over for the Nets and missed three shots and the beat-goes-on. There is no question Brooklyn is the superior team but maybe the 'Greek' can make a 3-pointer or two because he has no chance at the Free Throw line. Still, 'Karma' is a freaky thing and right now it sits with the Bucks. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-12-21 | Jazz v. Clippers -4.5 | Top | 106-132 | Win | 100 | 12 h 9 m | Show |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 8:30 ET Clippers (-) over Jazz- We have seen this scenario before and the question is...will we see the same result? The Clippers are once again down 0-2 in a Best-of-7 series having dropped a pair in Utah, with the difference being that this time they at least return home down 0-2 for a Game 3. In their series against Dallas they had to deal with Luca Doncic and things haven't gotten any easier as Donovan Mitchell is averaging 41 points in the series with six 3-pointers in each game. The Jazz have always given the Clips fits as they are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 visits to LA and 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. But, even the Clippers don't believe that they can come back if the fall down 0-3. So, they win, but by how many...is this like the Bucks win, a non-cover or a trouncing, but it's true is Utah is a better team but they fall short here. Take CLIPPERS! |
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06-11-21 | 76ers v. Hawks +1.5 | Top | 127-111 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 56 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:03 ET Hawks over 76ers- After shooting the lights-out in Game 1 the Hawks returned to Earth and fell in Game 2 to Philadelphia as Joel Embiid dominated play. The series switches to Atlanta where the Hawks have won 13 straight since April 15 including six straight over the 76ers. The Sixers who have struggled on the road are 6-18-2 away from home against teams with winning records and are 7-15 ATS in the last 22 meetings overall while the hawks are 20-6 ATS in their last 26 home games. Take ATLANTA. |
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06-10-21 | Clippers +3.5 v. Jazz | Top | 111-117 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 4 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Utah 10:00 ET Clippers (+) over Jazz- The Clippers managed to blow a 13-point lead in Game 1 but still got the money as the points came into play. Donovan Mitchell was the key to the Utah come-from-behind win as he scored 32 of his 45 points in the second half. Los Angeles has always had problems against the Jazz as they are just 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings and 8-21-1 ATS in the last 30 meetings in Utah. But, this Clippers squad is motivated and will prevail here. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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06-10-21 | Nets v. Bucks -3.5 | Top | 83-86 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 18 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Milwaukee 7:30 ET Bucks over Nets- I've seen plenty of NBA playoff games in my time and I seen teams get routed by superior clubs but I don't ever recall a team no matter how high or low a seed is ranked dominate a team the way Brooklyn abused in the first two games of this series. Game 1 was never as close as the scored indicated and the Nets just won for fun as we would say. Milwaukee lost by 20-points four different times this season and they responded with a win by an average 18.8 points after each loss. Brooklyn is 2-7 ATS in their last nine playoff games and the Bucks are 4-1 ATS in their last five as playoff favorites. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-08-21 | Clippers +4 v. Jazz | Top | 109-112 | Win | 101 | 14 h 17 m | Show |
Los Angeles Clippers at Utah 10:00 ET Clippers (+) over Jazz- I kind of like this side as the Clippers enter this series as the underdog up against Utah the No.1 seed. LA laid down the final weekend in order to face Dallas yes, but they also knew it would be Utah next. They got what the wanted and took the Mavericks down as the cream rose to the top and now they play a Utah team that has never been in this position as they were always positioned behind at least the Lakers and more. The Jazz had that incredible run that pushed them so far ahead they were just on cruise control the final eight weeks. There is one tiny little thing...the Clippers just get hammer by Utah year after year as they are not only 3-9 ATS in the last 11 meetings but in Utah they are 8-20-1 ATS in last 29 meetings in Salt Lake. Sooo, we DO have a chance! It's times like these I have to remember that 'the future doesn't equal the past' or something like that! Personally, I can say that I am 'playing' this game. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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06-07-21 | Nuggets +4.5 v. Suns | Top | 105-122 | Loss | -100 | 14 h 9 m | Show |
Denver at Phoenix 10:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Suns- The 'long guns' have made their mark early in the NBA playoffs as Devin Booker along with Trae Young are bombing away from ridiculous lengths and dominating the score board. Both clubs held service in their opening round matchups as the No. 2 seeded Suns upended the Lakers in five games and No. 3 Denver jettisoned upstart Portland in six games. The Nuggets seem like the most 'unlikely' side of the day as they enter the injured party with Jamal Murray sidelined. The Mile-High club has more playoff experience and are 12-51- ATS in their last 18 games as playoff underdogs. Although Phoenix took it outright to the Lakers from start to finish but, they have always struggled against the Nuggets. The Suns have gone 6-14 ATS in the last 20 meetings overall and 3-7 ATS at home. Take DENVER! |
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06-06-21 | Hawks +3 v. 76ers | Top | 128-124 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia 1:00 ET Hawks (+) over 76ers- Philadelphia's Joel Embiid status for this game is up in the air as suffered a meniscus tear in his right knee and his availability is in doubt. Even if he plays I question just how effective he will be. Embiid missed 21 of the 72 games played this season and the 76ers were 10-11 without him and won Game 5 against the Wizards in the playoffs. Atlanta like Philly need just five games to advance against New York and are playing their best basketball going 27-11 since Nate McMillan took over on March 1. Atlanta is 14-6 ATS in the last 20 meetings and they could take this outright on the floor. Take the high flying HAWKS! |
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06-05-21 | Bucks +4 v. Nets | Top | 107-115 | Loss | -102 | 11 h 21 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Bucks (+) over Nets- A great match-up of the two top scoring teams in the NBA with the Bucks the leader at 120.1 per contest and Brooklyn a tad behind averaging 118.6. In actuality the nets probably have more offensive potential as their number were accomplished with the Big-3 (Durant, Irving and Harden) playing only 11 game together. But, I seem to believe that after the way Milwaukee was jettisoned from the playoffs early the past two years that they are on a playoff mission this season. Although the Bucks are 0-8 ATS in their last eight games as underdogs they are 16-4-1 ATS in their last 21 meetings in Brooklyn and the nets are 10-1 ATS in their last 11 as home favorites. Take no attention to any of that stuff. Just take MILWAUKEE! |
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06-04-21 | Clippers v. Mavs +2.5 | Top | 104-97 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 10 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Dallas 9:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Clippers- It appears to me that there has been a 'changing of the guard' so to speak as LeBron James fades in the twilight of his career Luka Doncic has emerges as the most dominate big game in the game and he needn't play near the basket. Limited by a neck strain Doncic had 42 points and 14 assists last time out and the Clippers can not find a way to slow him down. Dallas has won four of the last five meetings and are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games as underdogs. The Clippers are 2-6 in their last eight road games and 2-6 ATS in their last eight games as favorites. Take DALLAS! |
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06-02-21 | Hawks +1.5 v. Knicks | Top | 103-89 | Win | 100 | 10 h 18 m | Show |
Atlanta at New York 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Knicks- After winning the opening game of this series with Atlanta I have stubbed my toe since and this one 'kills' me personally as the Knicks seem to have lost their confidence and it has a lot to do with Julius Randle's struggles which are being cause by the hounding dog-it Hawks defense. It seems New York coach Tom Thibodeau knows this team over-achieved this season and can't find the answers. A handicapper I respect told me you have to 'take the Knicks because you can only lose once' and I responded 'I would rather WIN'! It pains me but...take ATLANTA! |
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06-01-21 | Blazers +2 v. Nuggets | Top | 140-147 | Loss | -102 | 13 h 42 m | Show |
Portland at Denver 9:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Nuggets- This Best-of-7 series is tied at two wins apiece after Portland was able to get even at 2-2 after posting a 20-point home win last time out. Denver now has the home court advantage and yet the high seed is just a 1.5-point favorite at home. That sends a message to me that the Trailblazers are the play as they are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 road games and 6-2 ATS as underdogs in their last eight in that role. They are also 6-2 ATS in their last eight meetings in Denver and I believe that they win this one easy...take PORTLAND! |
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05-31-21 | Jazz v. Grizzlies +5.5 | Top | 120-113 | Loss | -102 | 13 h 14 m | Show |
Utah at Memphis 9:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Jazz- Utah who had a great 3-point run earlier in the season when the 'covered' 19 of 21 games while having four players shooting over 40% at the season's mid-point. The Jazz ended up shooting 38.9% as a team from 3-point range but ended up fourth in the league. Utah won Game 3 easily and are 26-12 ATS after an ATS win while Memphis is 10-4 ATS in their last 14 as underdogs including 5-1 ATS as home dogs. Take MEMPHIS! |
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05-30-21 | Knicks +5 v. Hawks | Top | 96-113 | Loss | -107 | 4 h 20 m | Show |
New York at Atlanta 1:00 ET Knicks (+) over Hawks- This series was set up as a match between a pair of scoring leaders in Atlanta's Trae Young and the Knicks Julius Randle. The face-off has been failure for Randle as he has gone from averaging 37.3 points against the Hawks to 14.7 points in this series and is shooting 24% in the playoffs and his assists are down from 6.7 to 3.3 per game. Atlanta is young (HA) and hungry as are the Knicks but have struggled against New York when playing as hosts. The Knicks are 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings including 18-7-1 ATS in Atlanta and they are 13-4 ATS in their last 17 road games and 9-3 ATS as road underdogs. Take NEW YORK! |
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05-29-21 | Jazz v. Grizzlies +5.5 | Top | 121-111 | Loss | -108 | 12 h 15 m | Show |
Utah at Memphis 9:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Jazz- Okay, Utah's Donovan Mitchell has returned and made an impact in Game 2 of this series scoring 25 points including five long range shots which help the Jazz to even the series at 1-1. These two met once in Memphis this season and Utah won 111-107 as a 4.5-point favorite and were without Mitchell and now with him in the lineup they are only five-point favorites. Memphis is the ninth seed and the Jazz are No.1 and this line seems way short to me. Take the GRIZZLIES |
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05-28-21 | Nets v. Celtics +8 | Top | 119-125 | Win | 100 | 12 h 20 m | Show |
Brooklyn at Boston 8:30 ET Celtics (+) over Nets- This appears to be the biggest mismatch of the playoffs so far as Brooklyn is at full strength with their Big-3 of Durant, Irving and Harden. The Nets have been hit with one injury since the post season started as forward Jeff Green will be out the rest of this series. Boston's star Jayson Tatum is expected to play despite a swollen right eye injured by Durant in the third quarter in Game 2. This contest marks to return of Kyrie Irving to Boston and the fan reaction will not be pleasant. Look for the Celtics to squeeze out a win here and get the money. Take BOSTON! |
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05-27-21 | Bucks v. Heat +2 | Top | 113-84 | Loss | -114 | 10 h 8 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Bucks- The defending Eastern Conference Champions are stuck 0-2 in this series and they return home after the worst loss in Heat playoff history. Miami was never in Game 2 after a narrow loss in Game 1 and Jimmy Butler has yet to show up to play scoring just 27 total points in both games. Miami felt that the pressure to win at home was on Milwaukee and that's what they did and now it's the Heats' turn to get hot at home. Take MIAMI! |
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05-26-21 | Hawks +2 v. Knicks | Top | 92-101 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 11 m | Show |
Atlanta at New York 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Knicks- I would love to have the Knicks here and win but I just don't believe that is going to happen. It has been a breakout year for New York and Julius Randle who just won the NBA's Most Improved Player award. The Knicks who led the NBA in defense are now realizing in the playoffs that they need a bit more on offense as their off-guard position has been their biggest problem. Madison Square Garden will be packed with the starving for a playoff win Knicks fans but they most likely will go home disappointed. Dating back to the olden days New York is 6-14 ATS in their last 20 games as favorites and I believe this line after a home loss is too inviting. Take ATLANTA! |
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05-24-21 | Blazers +1.5 v. Nuggets | Top | 109-128 | Loss | -104 | 13 h 16 m | Show |
Portland at Denver 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Nuggets- Of all players that I least expect to deliver in the clutch was the difference in Game 1 as Megabucks winner Portland used the experience and scoring capabilities of Carmelo Anthony. Injected in the game late in the 1st quarter Anthony provided the offensive spark needed to propel the Trailblazers past the Nuggets. For Denver Michael Porter replaced Jamal Murray and for the most part the Nuggets never missed a step as they closed the season 12-4 without Murray. But, Portland is 24-13 SU on the road have depth to win again. Take PORTLAND! |
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05-22-21 | Heat +5 v. Bucks | Top | 107-109 | Win | 100 | 5 h 7 m | Show |
Miami at Milwaukee 2:00 ET Heat (+) over Bucks- There are a number of reasons that I really like Miami here and I'm start with recent history. These two met a week ago in Milwaukee an important game for both with the Bucks prevailing 120-103 for their only 'cover' in their last eight games (1-7, L-8) while the Heat have won 12 of their last 16 SU with the return of a healthy Jimmy Butler and Doran Dragic. The Bucks are the NBA's leading scoring team but they have been here before more than once and every time it's the same scenario they play like a deer caught in the headlights. Take team with true grit. MIAMI! |
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05-21-21 | Grizzlies +5 v. Warriors | Top | 117-112 | Win | 100 | 12 h 54 m | Show |
Memphis at Golden State 9:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Warriors- These two met each five days ago both each with 38-33 records and the Warriors (-3) won 113-103 and that is why this game is being played at Golden State. Memphis has been a tough out on the road going 22-14 ATS and are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 as underdogs and 6-2 ATS in their last eight as road underdogs. But, what makes this a difficult call is that Curry belongs in the next higher league and the Warriors are following his cue and are 6-0 ATS in their last six overall. Everyone understands that the NBA and fans as well want to see Golden State advance here and the money has been pouring in on the Warriors as expected but it is exceptionally heavy and I have to fade that kind of action. Still, there is room for the 'gaff' a win and non-cover by the favorite. Take MEMPHIS! |
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05-19-21 | Spurs +4 v. Grizzlies | Top | 96-100 | Push | 0 | 10 h 14 m | Show |
San Antonio at Memphis 7:30 ET Spurs (+) over Grizzlies- San Antonio has staggered to the finish line as they have dropped their last four and 10 of their last 12 straight up and are 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight games as underdogs. But, there is a key factor in their favor and that is their road record where they are 14-6-1 ATS in their last 21 games away from the Alamo. Memphis is 1-4 ATS in their last five games and 0-4 ATS in their last four games as home favorites. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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05-18-21 | Hornets +3 v. Pacers | Top | 117-144 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 19 m | Show |
Charlotte at Indiana 6:30 ET Hornets (+) over Pacers- The Hornets have lost five straight after blowing an 11-point fourth quarter lead against Washington Sunday while Indiana posted a road win at Toronto. That was the Pacers 21 win on the road (21-15) whereas they have won just 13 of 36 at home with an ATS record of 13-23 as hosts. That to me is important as the Hornets are 21-7-1 ATS on the road against teams with losing home records. Losers of 15 of their last 21 games overall the Hornets have struggled since Gordon Hayward went down on April 2 and he is not expected to play tonight. The slack with him being sidelined is being picked up by Rookie-of-the-Year candidate La Melo Ball (believe it or not). Take CHARLOTTE! |
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05-16-21 | Nuggets v. Blazers -10.5 | Top | 116-132 | Win | 100 | 13 h 33 m | Show |
Denver at Portland 9:00 ET Trailblazers (-) over Nuggets- Portland 'just' needs to win here or see a loss by the Lakers to clinch a coveted top-six position for the playoffs. The Blazers own the tie-breaker edge with L.A. and will be focused for this encounter as they rebound from a 118-117 loss at Phoenix. Denver has won both meetings this season and yet now Portland opened as an 8.5-point favorite and they have not been favored by more than 3.5-points in the last 10 meetings. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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05-14-21 | Pelicans +2 v. Warriors | Top | 122-125 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
New Orleans at Golden State 9:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Warriors- Really now, the Steph Curry led Warriors opened less than a 3-point favorite at home against the Williamson-less Pelicans. This price stands out because of how 'hot' Golden State is having won four straight and six of their last seven games overall while New Orleans has dropped their last two without their 'big stud' but they are still 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall. They are 7-1 ATS in their last eight road games and 5-1 ATS after a SU loss. But, the main factor is that this game means nothing to the Warriors their final game Sunday against Memphis will determine their seeding. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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05-13-21 | Nuggets v. Wolves +6 | Top | 114-103 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 28 m | Show |
Denver at Minnesota 8:00 ET T'wolves (+) over Nuggets- Denver has been winning and winning without leading scorer Jamal Murray and are seeded fourth one-game behind the Clippers. Minnesota has won back-to-back games and six of the last nine and are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings with Denver. The Nuggets are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games and 2-6 ATS against teams with losing records. The timberwolves are playing their best ball of the season (now that's it's ending) and are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 games overall. Take MINNESOTA! |
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05-12-21 | Blazers +2.5 v. Jazz | Top | 105-98 | Win | 100 | 12 h 18 m | Show |
Portland at Utah 9:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Jazz- Utah still have a chance for the No. 1 spot in the West with a two-game lead in the loss column over Phoenix with three games remaining. Portland is seeded No. 7 but with wins in 2-of-their-3 final games will move them into the sixth seed. The Blazers have won four straight and eight of nine but have lost both meetings with the Jazz by an average of 19.5 points and are 5-1 ATS in their lat six road games. Utah has been great at home going 31-4 SU and 23-12 ATS but fall short here. Take PORTLAND! |
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05-11-21 | Mavs v. Grizzlies +1.5 | Top | 104-133 | Win | 100 | 8 h 57 m | Show |
Dallas at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Mavericks- Dallas is currently the no. 5 seed in the West and are on a 4-game in streak and have won 10 of their last 12. This has given them a chance to clinch a spot in the top-6 with a combination of two wins or losses by the Lakers. Memphis is seeded ninth and have at least clinched a spot for the 'play-ins' and are playing tough as underdogs going 8-1 ATS in that role the nine times. The Grizzlies are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 home games and get the cash here. Take MEMPHIS! |
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05-10-21 | Wizards v. Hawks -7.5 | Top | 124-125 | Loss | -105 | 2 h 29 m | Show |
Washington at Atlanta 7:03 ET Hawks (-) over Wizards- 'Outrageous!' That's right this 'line' is OUTRAGEOUS! Here is Washington, on a two-game winning streak and one of the hottest teams in the NBA since the All-Star game an 8-point underdog at Atlanta. The Wizards are 15-5-1 ATS in their last 21 games overall and are 6-1 ATS as road underdogs after a win over Indiana while the Hawks are off a loss to the Pacers. Atlanta is 21-7 ATS in their last 28 home games and 13-4 Ats as favorites! Take ATLANTA! |
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05-09-21 | Heat +1.5 v. Celtics | Top | 130-124 | Win | 100 | 4 h 21 m | Show |
Miami at Boston 1:00 ET Heat (+) over Celtics- There is no doubt how much stronger the Heat are with Jimmy Butler in the lineup as with him back they have won their last 4-of-5 and eight of 11 while Boston has lost six of their past 10 games. This is a rematch of the 2020 Eastern Conference Finals when Miami got the best of the Celtics in six games. They have met once this season with Boston winning at Miami 107-105 and this time it's the Heats turn. Miami is 7-2 ATS in their last nine games in Boston while the Celtics are 2-5-1 ATS as home favorites. Take MIAMI! |
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05-08-21 | Spurs +6.5 v. Blazers | Top | 102-124 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 5 m | Show |
San Antonio at Portland 10:00 ET Spurs (+) over Trailblazers- The Spurs just broke a 5-game losing streak with a 113-104 win at Sacramento last night and play in Portland against the hot Blazers who have won six of their last seven games. In a turn-around from the past two seasons San Antonio has played better on the road going 22-10-1 ATS with 19 outright wins. Despite the losing record the Spurs are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine games overall showing great effort and they are 13-4-1 ATS in their last 18 road games. Trouble here are as Portland is 0-5 ATS in their last five as home favorites and 8-20-2 ATS against teams with winning road records. Take the SPURS! |
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05-07-21 | Celtics v. Bulls +4.5 | Top | 99-121 | Win | 100 | 10 h 32 m | Show |
Boston at Chicago 7:30 ET Bulls (+) over Celtics- For the first time in over a year there will be fans inside the Unites Center in Chicago as the Bulls host the Boston Celtics. Boston is struggling to stay in the top-6 for the NBA playoffs and are 3-4 SU in their last seven games and 2-5 ATS in their last seven overall. Chicago is off a 120-99 Megabucks win last night at Charlotte and are 13-6 ATS at home against teams with losing road records. Boston is 6-14 ATS in their last 20 following an ATS win and are 0-4 ATS after a SU win. Take CHICAGO! |
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05-06-21 | Bulls -3.5 v. Hornets | Top | 120-99 | Win | 100 | 9 h 39 m | Show |
Chicago at Charlotte 7:00 ET Bulls (-) over Hornets- Okay, let me get this straight the Chicago Bulls are 26-39 on the season and the home Hornets are 32-33 and fighting for a playoff seed. Chicago has dropped their last four while and 11 of 15 and yet the odds-maker has deemed they the favorite on the road here and they are 5-2 ATS as road favorites. Charlotte is 1-4 ATS in their last five games and 1-5 ATS in their last six games as underdogs. Bulls are 1-5 ATS in their last six trips at Charlotte and are the dog herfe. This one smells. Take CHICAGO! |
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05-05-21 | Suns v. Hawks +1.5 | Top | 103-135 | Win | 100 | 10 h 51 m | Show |
Phoenix at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Suns- How is this for an improbable overtime win and cover by the Suns last night in Cleveland. As a 12.5-point favorite Phoenix was forced to go overtime against the lowly Cavaliers and then went on a 15-0 run in OT to both win and cover 134-118 and that win pushed them into a tie for the top spot in the West with Utah. Atlanta is getting healthier with Bogdan Bogdanovic returning to action and they have won their last two. I don't see how the Suns will rise here after last night overtime game as they are 2-8 ATS after a SU win and 1-4-1 ATS in their last six as road favorites. Take ATLANTA! |
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05-03-21 | Blazers v. Hawks -2.5 | Top | 114-123 | Win | 100 | 3 h 19 m | Show |
Portland at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks over Trailblazers- Portland has been one of the NBA's best when on the road and are 20-12 both SU and ATS and currently 4-0 on their six-game road trip coming off a 119-109 win at Boston Sunday. Atlanta just ended a 3-game losing streak with a win over Chicago Saturday and clinched them at least the 10th seed while they currently sit fifth. Trae Young is back for Atlanta after missing four games and Kevin Hunter returned yesterday with Bogan Bogdanovic returning tonight. The hawks fly high tonight...take ATLANTA! |