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02-02-17 | Hawks v. Rockets -9.5 | Top | 113-108 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 3 m | Show |
Atlanta at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Hawks- Yeah, this is one game I'm looking forward to seeing. Dwight Howard after three seasons in Houston returns with Atlanta to face his former mates. It was well known that James Harden didn't like playing along side of Howard and the Rockets are much improved without him. The Hawks have won six straight in the series including a 112-97 home win the first week of the season. I expect a huge reversal here as the Rockets blast off with their high-powered attack. Take HOUSTON! |
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02-01-17 | Bucks v. Jazz -7.5 | 88-104 | Win | 100 | 8 h 14 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (-) over Bucks- Both clubs are in the mist of a down turn as the Bucks have dropped their last three games and eight of nine while Utah has lost three of their last four. Milwaukee has been a bummer for their backers going 19-28 ATS on the season. The Bucks have had their troubles with the Jazz going 5-22 ATS in their last 29 meetings and 3-13 ATS in the last 16 meetings in Utah. Take the JAZZ! |
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02-01-17 | Clippers v. Suns +3 | 124-114 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 11 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Clippers- The Clippers are in a funk that even Carmelo Anthony can bail them out of. They have lost four of their last five and are off a 144-98 beat down at the hands of Golden State while the Suns have lost their last four. Los Angeles won the two meetings so far this season by an average of 14.5 points but this time around will be without point guard Chris Paul. In a tough battle Phoenix gets it done. Take the SUNS! |
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02-01-17 | Pacers v. Magic +2 | 98-88 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 5 m | Show | |
Indiana at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Pacers- The Pacers have won their last three contests while Orlando has last 11 of their last 14 games but have played two tough games back-to-back contests where they beat Houston and went into overtime before losing to Minnesota! Indiana has won both meetings which were played at home this season and this time Orlando will break through with a win here. Take the MAGIC! |
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01-31-17 | Nuggets v. Lakers +3 | 116-120 | Win | 100 | 10 h 25 m | Show | |
Denver at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Nuggets- After an encouraging start the Lakers have fallen by the wayside and are struggling to just be competitive. Tonight, Los Angeles hosts Denver who has won seven straight at Staples Center against the Lakers who have lost three straight and eight of their last nine. Defense has been the problem for LA but they are 11-13 straight-up at home while Denver is just 9-14 on the road. Take LAKERS! |
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01-31-17 | Knicks v. Wizards -7.5 | 101-117 | Win | 100 | 7 h 1 m | Show | |
New York at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (-) over Knicks- These two are tending in opposite directions as the Knicks lost in four overtimes to Atlanta and have lost 15 of their last 20. Washington on the other hand have won four straight and 11 of their last 13. The Wizards have won their last 14 home games and are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Trade bait Carmelo Anthony scored 45 points last time out and the Knicks still lost and Derrick Rose is questionable. New York is now seven games below .500 and once again will fall short of the playoffs. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-31-17 | Pelicans v. Raptors -7.5 | 106-108 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 58 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Toronto 7:00 ET Raptors (-) over Pelicans- This looks a bit odd (as in odds) as Toronto who has lost six of their last seven and is dropping like a stone in water are such a strong favorite against a team with Anthony Davis. Check on the history of this match-up points in only one direction. New Orleans has had the worst of it when the cross the border as they are 1-4-1 ATS in their last six meetings in Toronto and are 2-10-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings. For me it is...the RAPTORS! |
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01-30-17 | Grizzlies v. Suns +4 | 115-96 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 7 m | Show | |
Memphis at Phoenix 10:30 ET Suns (+) over Grizzlies- The Grizzlies are having problems putting together consecutive wins as they have posted back-to-back wins once since the New Year. Memphis is 0-4 ATS in their last four games following a win. Phoenix meanwhile is having problems winning at all as they have lost their last three without power forward Dragan Bender who is now day-to-day. The teams split their four game series last season and the Suns are 4-1 ATS in the last four meetings. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-30-17 | Cavs v. Mavs +4.5 | Top | 97-104 | Win | 100 | 8 h 44 m | Show |
Cleveland at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Cavaliers- It looks like the Cavaliers have regained control winning their last two after losing six of their previous eight. Cleveland who have won four straight in the series including a 128-90 win in November also defeated the Mavs at Dallas in overtime last season. Dallas started the season 4-17 (without Nowitzki) have won six of their last nine and have been at .500 since their horrible start. Also Dallas is 4-0ATS in their last four home games while Cleveland is 0-4 ATS in their last fur games following a win and Dallas is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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01-30-17 | Pistons +5.5 v. Celtics | 109-113 | Win | 100 | 7 h 22 m | Show | |
Detroit at Boston 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Celtics- Strangely enough the Piston who have dropped their last two contests and that not so strange but the fact that they were favored on the road at Miami was an anomaly. Boston has now won three in-a-row (the last two without Al Horford) after having dropped three straight. After Saturday's disappoint loss where the Pistons were outscored 26-12 down the stretch coach Stan Van Gundy held a team meeting concerning their lack of defense. This time they play a full 49 minutes. Take DETRIOT! |
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01-29-17 | 76ers v. Bulls -6 | 108-121 | Win | 100 | 7 h 30 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Chicago 7:00 ET Bulls (-) over 76ers- Wow, I mean really, have you guys and gals seen this Joel Embiid on the court...he is a MONSTER! Oh man, if this guy stays healthy the youthful 76ers will be more then a handful down the line. But, as of right now he is being 'rested' tonight against the Bulls and they couldn't be happier. Chicago is going through a rough patch to say the least both on and off the court. After a team meetings the Bulls when out and let the Heat stomp them 100-88. Although Chicago is 0-4 ATS in their last four at home they are 4-0 ATS after losing by 10 or more and they are 4-1 ATS in their last five at home against the Sixers. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-29-17 | Rockets v. Pacers +3.5 | 101-120 | Win | 100 | 7 h 37 m | Show | |
Houston at Indiana 6:00 ET Pacers (+) over Rockets- The big story in Houston this season is of course James Harden who posted his second triple-double with at least 50 points last time out against Philadelphia Friday. Mike DiAntoni deserves much of the credit as the Rockets reached the 20-games above .500 mark. Indiana is starting to make a move of their own winning their last two and are 17-6 straight-up at home. Huston is 0-5 ATS after a straight-up win and they are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 meetings in Indiana. Take the PACERS! |
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01-29-17 | Wizards v. Pelicans +1.5 | 107-94 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 33 m | Show | |
Washington at New Orleans 6:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Wizards- The Wizards are healthy and are beginning to heat up winning their last three while New Orleans enters this contest alternating wins their last six times out. These two split a pair of meetings last year with each winning at home but Washington had won seven straight in the series entering 2015-16. The Pelicans started 0-8 and have been 18-19 since and even though the Wizards have won 10 of their last 12 they are still just 7-14 on the road. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-28-17 | Celtics v. Bucks -103 | 112-108 | Loss | -103 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
Boston at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks over Celtics- The Bucks who were three games over .500 two weeks ago have lost seven of their last eight as they meet Boston for the first time this season. The Celtics have won four of the last five meetings and are 4-1 ATS in their last five in Milwaukee. They have won their last two after dropping three straight but will most likely be without Avery Bradley who has missed 10 of the last 11 games and Al Horford is listed a probable. Bucks rebound here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-28-17 | Pistons -3 v. Heat | Top | 103-116 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 23 m | Show |
Detroit at Miami 7:30 ET Pistons (-) over Heat- There one seems a little strange to me as the 'red hot' Heat (how ya like that) who have won a season high six straight and now shows up as an underdog at home to a sub .500 team. Detroit is just 9-15 straight-up on the road and here they are favored. As far as this match-up goes the Pistons are 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings in Miami. Hassan Whiteside will most likely be sidelined and the Pistons are already 2-0 versus Miami this year and will make it three wins here. Take DETROIT! |
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01-28-17 | Kings v. Hornets -7.5 | 109-106 | Loss | -101 | 7 h 59 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (-) over Kings- The Hornets were above .500 but have dropped their last three as they return home for a contest against the Kings who blew a 16-point lead against the Pacers last night and lost for the fourth time in overtime this season. Sacramento has won four straight against the points while the Hornets have failed to 'cover; in their last three games.Charlotte won both meetings last season and will win and get the money here. Take the HORNETS! |
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01-27-17 | Hornets v. Knicks +1 | 107-110 | Win | 100 | 8 h 55 m | Show | |
Charlotte at New York 7:30 ET Knicks over Hornets- This contest is more of a 'showcase' exhibition for Carmelo Anthony then anything else as the Knicks try and move their 'ball-stopping and shoot' power forward. Anthony doesn't want to leave New York but when he doesn't get treaded to a contender their chances will fly 'like the clock' out the window. The last time these two played at MSG Carmelo had 35 points and 14 rebounds as the Knicks posted a 113-111 win in November. Even though New York is 6-17 in their last 23 games overall they are 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings against the Hornets. Take NEW YORK! |
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01-27-17 | Bucks +4.5 v. Raptors | Top | 86-102 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 1 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Toronto 7:30 ET Bucks (+) over Raptors- Ten days ago Toronto was considered a possible threat to the Cavaliers rein in the East but a five game slide has them dropping is the seeding race. Milwaukee has been much better of late losing six of their last seven including a 114-109 loss to the 76ers last time out. The Raptors have won both meetings this season and destroyed the Bucks in their last meeting 122-100 in mid-December on Toronto. The Bucks turn the tide here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-27-17 | Kings +4 v. Pacers | 111-115 | Push | 0 | 8 h 34 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Indiana 7:00 ET Kings (+) over Pacers- What is going on with the Sacramento Kings? They are actually showing signs of professionalism winning two straight including an overtime win over Cleveland on Wednesday. Indiana came to life last night winning at Minnesota 109-103 ending a three-game losing streak. The Pacers won the last meetings including a 106-100 win at Sacramento nine days ago. Still, the Kings are 6-2-1 ATS in the last nine meetings in Indiana and are 4-1 TAS in their last five road games. Take the KINGS! |
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01-26-17 | Lakers v. Jazz -12.5 | 88-96 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 13 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers at Utah 10:30 ET Jazz (-) over Lakers- The Jazz had won six straight before the schedule took its toll on their play. Utah had to play four games in five night and have dropped their last two including a listless loss to Denver Tuesday. The Lakers meanwhile fell apart late against Portland last night and have now lost seven of their last eight. The Jazz have already defeated the Lakers three times this season with no win by more then seven points and here they are 'double-digits' over this time out. Take UTAH! |
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01-26-17 | Suns +7 v. Nuggets | Top | 120-127 | Push | 0 | 10 h 52 m | Show |
Phoenix at Denver 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Nuggets- Although the Suns are winning at a 33% pace (15-30 straight-up) they are a winner for their backers going 25-20-1 ATS. Denver who currently holds the No. 8 spot in the Western Conference playoff hunt and have won five of their last seven with the emergence of Nikola Jokic who is averaging 25.1 points and 11 rebounds in his last 10 games. The Nuggets have posted two wins and 'covers' over the Suns this season scoring 120 points in both contests. This time out the Suns will rise and shine tonight. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-26-17 | Pacers +3.5 v. Wolves | 109-103 | Win | 100 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
Indiana at Minnesota 8:00 ET Pacers (+) over Timberwolves- The Pacers enter this contest off three straight losses while Minnesota has won their last three. Before their current three game slide Indiana had won seven of eight straight-up as they sit at .500 (22-22). They have also won five of the last seven meetings including both games played last season. Take INDIANA! |
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01-25-17 | Raptors v. Grizzlies -6 | 99-101 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 21 m | Show | |
Toronto at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (-) over Raptors- The Raptors are hitting a rough patch as they have lost four straight along with three straight on the second half of back-to-back contests. Memphis has had three days to recover from their last Saturday to Houston will try and end a three-game losing streak to Toronto. DeMar DeRozan will sit out once again and the Raptors are just not the same threat without him. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-25-17 | 76ers v. Bucks -11 | 114-109 | Loss | -101 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (-) over 76ers- 'Break-up the 76ers' that my cry after they have posted nine wins in their last 12 contests. Philadelphia won against last night against the depleted L.A. Clippers. Joe Embiid who has added the spark and muscle needed for the 76ers since his return will be sitting out this game as it is the second of back-to-backs (he was also rested in last night's win). Milwaukee who is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings has budding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the way. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-25-17 | Rockets v. Celtics +3.5 | Top | 109-120 | Win | 100 | 9 h 55 m | Show |
Houston at Boston 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Rockets- Both these playoff contenders are off losses with the Celtics dropping their last three. Houston who has alternated wins and losses in their last seven games have won three straight at Boston, six of the past seven meetings overall and are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 meetings in Bean Town. The Celtics will be with guard Avery Bradley and have lost four of six games without him but they are 6-1 in the second of their last seven back-to-backs. Take BOSTON! |
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01-24-17 | Wolves +1.5 v. Suns | 112-111 | Win | 100 | 11 h 43 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Phoenix 9:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Suns- These two clubs maybe be separated by one-game in the standings bit the are years apart in excitement and potential. Phoenix has just completed a three-game East coast road trip starting with a loss in Cleveland and then consecutive wins in New York and Toronto. The Timberwolves seem to have the Suns number beating them twice already this season and storming back the last time in Phoenix with a 31-10 fourth quarter. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-24-17 | Jazz +2.5 v. Nuggets | 93-103 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 41 m | Show | |
Utah at Denver 9:00 ET Jazz over Nuggets- The Jazz had their six game winning streak stopped last night as Russell Westbrook was too much to handle. There is a conflict of trends surrounding this encounter as the Jazz have dominated this series against the line of late winning 11 of the last 14 but Utah is currently 0-6 ATS in their las six road games. Add that since London the Nuggets are 5-1 ATS in their last six. But, I believe the most important of all those trends is the head-to-head meetings where the Jazz rule. Take UTAH! |
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01-24-17 | Spurs v. Raptors +3.5 | Top | 108-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 47 m | Show |
San Antonio at Toronto 7:00 ET Raptors (+) over Spurs- I love this spot! San Antonio comes off our 'Best Bet winner over Cleveland while Toronto has dropped their last three. The Spurs clocked the Raptors at home just after New Years 110-82 and the Raptors will be ready for a contest tonight. The last time the Spurs were in Toronto they were a six-point favorite and lost outright 97-94 bring their record in their last five here to 1-3-1 ATS. I expect the same kind of fight out of Toronto tonight that saw the last time San Antonio was here. Take the RAPTORS! |
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01-23-17 | Cavs v. Pelicans +7 | 122-124 | Win | 100 | 8 h 46 m | Show | |
Cleveland at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Cavaliers- Once again we find that the Cavaliers are beat-up and are not playing at full strength. They have lost four of their lost six games straight-up and are off a home loss to San Antonio in overtime 118-115 on Saturday. Cleveland is just 3-10 ATS in their last 13 while the Pelicans are treading water after an 0-8 start on the season. Off the worst loss of the season to the Brooklyn Nets no-less 143-114 on Friday and will regroup here. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-23-17 | Rockets v. Bucks +5.5 | Top | 114-127 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show |
Houston at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Rockets- The 'numbers' come from this match-up are one sided and they are backing Houston who crushed the Bucks 111-92 last Wednesday night. Milwaukee has lost their last five including last weeks loss to the Rockets and have now dropped under .500. going 0-5 ATS in those five. The Bucks had an internal problem on their road trip as Jabari Parker was benched because of actions detrimental to the team. At home with the 'Greek Freak' leading the way the Bucks get it done. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-23-17 | Kings +6.5 v. Pistons | 109-104 | Win | 100 | 7 h 21 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Detroit 7:30 ET Kings (+) over Pistons- The Piston have manged their first three-game win streak of the season as they crawl toward the .500 mark while the Kings have dropped five in-a-row and is just 2-8 on the road against Eastern Conference foes. Detroit has won six straight at home against Sacramento but now find themselves healthy favorites while won't work out for them. The Kings DeMarcus Cousins dominated Detroit in Sacramento two weeks ago gathering 24 points, 13 rebounds and six assists in a 100-94 win. Expect more of the same here. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-22-17 | Warriors v. Magic +14 | 118-98 | Loss | -101 | 1 h 16 m | Show | |
Golden State at Orlando 12:00 ET Magic (+) over Warriors- Golden State has ripped off six straight wins including last night's pounding of the Rockets in Houston. The Warriors once again have the best record in the NBA (37-6) and have three players averaging 20-points or better and they have won the last six games in this series. Orlando is one of the bottom feeders in the league but don't want to be humiliated at home while the Warriors sort of see this as an off day. Take the MAGIC! |
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01-21-17 | Spurs +2.5 v. Cavs | Top | 118-115 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show |
San Antonio at Cleveland 8:30 ET Spurs (+) over Cavaliers- The Spurs will be without center Paul Gasol who was injured in warm-ups prior to Thursday's game and Tony Parker is day-to-day with a foot sprain. These two split their two games in each of the last two seasons and the Spurs are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Cleveland. The Cavs who are the only team with two All-Stars starters with Kylie Irving and LeBron James, but will be without power forward Kevin Love. This time it's the Spurs. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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01-21-17 | Rockets v. Grizzlies +1.5 | 119-95 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 20 m | Show | |
Houston at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Rockets- The Rockets learned how the elite play Friday when Golden State came into town and schooled them on ball movement and the art of making (not just taking) 3-pointers. Houston is sputtering as they have dropped two straight for the first time this season and four of their last six. Memphis is playing back-to-back and are 8-2 in the second game and are 9-3 ATS against the Rockets at home on the last 12 meetings. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-21-17 | Suns +6 v. Knicks | 107-105 | Win | 100 | 8 h 53 m | Show | |
Phoenix at New York 7:30 ET Suns (+) over Knicks- I saw it as part of a joke on on Wednesday when the sharps and public were all over Phoenix (+11.5) against Cleveland and they were pounded by the Cavaliers 118-103. That makes seven of eight road losses as they have the worst record in the NBA West but have had success against the Knicks. Going 5-1 ATS in their last six meetings in New York and they are 8-2-1 ATS overall in the last 11 meetings. The Knicks just don't get it believing Carmelo Anthony can make them a winner. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-20-17 | Kings +8 v. Grizzlies | 91-107 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 45 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Memphis 8:00 ET Kings (+) over Grizzlies- The Kings have dropped their last three contests and six of their last seven all at home and eight of their last 10. Memphis has won five of the past six meetings both straight-up and ATS but the teams have split two games this season. Memphis had their 12-game home winning streak against the Kings ended back in December with a 96-92 loss to Sacramento. Tonight this one comes down to the final buzzer. Take the points...take the KINGS! |
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01-20-17 | Warriors v. Rockets +6 | Top | 125-108 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Golden State at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Warriors- The Warriors are not quite as powerful as last season's record setting year but they are still an NBA leading 36-6 at the half way point and have won their last five. Houston has had a great turn-around from last season's disappointment and are geared-up for this meeting with Golden State. Houston still has a sour taste losing to the Warriors in five games in the first round of the playoffs last year and looks to grade up to a club that they have lost to six of the last eight time at home. Not tonight. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-20-17 | Raptors v. Hornets | Top | 78-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show |
Toronto at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors are destined to be a brides maid once again with a club that is just good enough to create some interest but not good enough to bring home the championship ring. The Raptors were on a four-game win streak before they were stopped by Philadelphia last time out while Charlotte ended a five-game losing streak with a win over Portland. The Hornets are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games and are 8-3 ATS against the Raptors in their last 11 home meetings and 20-8 ATS over the Raptors in the last 28 meetings. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-19-17 | Wolves -115 v. Clippers | 104-101 | Win | 100 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
Minnesota at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Clippers- So, the Clippers have won seven straight but are without All-Star point guard Chris Paul. Now, Los Angeles has been crushed with injuries once again highlighted by the continuous absence of Blake Griffin. Minnesota enters this contest off two losses and are just 5-15 on the road and LA a team on a seven-game win streak is less then a long jump shot favored. It doesn't look right. The last time Paul was out the Clippers went 2-5 and add that Minnesota is 12-5 ATS in their last 17 visits. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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01-19-17 | Wizards v. Knicks +3 | 113-110 | Push | 0 | 8 h 26 m | Show | |
Washington at New York 8:00 ET Knicks (+) over Wizards- 'Break-up the Knicks' is the NBA cry now that the drama filled New Yorkers have finally won a game, only their third win in their last 14 games. The Wizards who were off to a terrible start have won their last three but are a meager 4-13 on the road and now they are favored here. The Knicks are 12-9 at home but are 0-5 in their last five meetings at Madison Square Garden against Washington both straight-up and against the points. The Knicks are feeling the New York media pressure and will respond with a win tonight. Take the KNICKS! |
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01-19-17 | Mavs +2.5 v. Heat | Top | 95-99 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 4 m | Show |
Dallas at Miami 7:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Heat- It was wonderful to be able to post the Heat as an A-Play Best Bet over Houston Tuesday night but now we find them in the favorites roll. Maybe that doesn't make that much of a difference but they are 0-4 ATS after a straight-up win and Dallas is 16-5-1 ATS in their last 22 meetings in Miami. With their win over the Rockets the Heat are now 3-13 straight-up in their last 16. They shouldn't be laying points to any one. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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01-18-17 | Hawks v. Pistons +2 | Top | 95-118 | Win | 100 | 9 h 36 m | Show |
Atlanta at Detroit 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Hawks- It may seem a bit strange (it does to me) that once the Atlanta brass decided to make player changes after they had lost 10 of 11 that they have put it together somewhat with wins in 14 of their last 19 games. After trading sharp-shooter Kyle Korver to Cleveland they seem hell bent on trading A—Star Paul Milsap. These two have spilt two contests this season each winning at home. I expect the pattern to continue. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-18-17 | Raptors v. 76ers +5.5 | 89-94 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
Toronto at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has won 14 straight meetings and 'covered' all six meetings last season against lowly Philadelphia including their seventh straight win at Philly 123-114 in December. The 76ers may offer some resistance this time around as they have won six of their last eight as rookie Joel Embiid as helped this team gain self-respect. Toronto who is 26-14 ATS have won four straight but may not take the Sixers seriously. It's PHILADELPHIA! |
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01-18-17 | Blazers +5 v. Hornets | 85-107 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Portland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Hornets- both these clubs have fallen by the wayside so to speak as the Trailblazers have dropped 15 of their last 21 and Charlotte is now under .500 after starting the season 8-3. The Hornets are glad to be home where they are 12-7 after losing five straight on the road. Portland has dropped their last two including a beating Monday night at Washington. The Blazers have won 10 of the past 13 meetings and will come up big tonight. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-17-17 | Wolves +12 v. Spurs | 114-122 | Win | 100 | 9 h 29 m | Show | |
Minnesota at San Antonio 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Spurs- One is one of the more lopsided match-ups in the NBA as the Spurs have had their way against the Wolves for years compiling a 45-9 straight-up record in San Antonio where Minnesota last won the final game of the 2013 season. The Spurs let an 11-point second half lead evaporate against Phoenix in Mexico City as they were defeated 108-105. Ricky Rubio has had four straight double-digit assists and is averaging 14 points in his last four games. Take wolves are getting better week-by week. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-17-17 | Mavs +5.5 v. Bulls | 99-98 | Win | 100 | 9 h 4 m | Show | |
Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Bulls- after winning their last two gams the Bulls have finally got to .500 with Jimmy Butler and Dwayne Wade leading the way. Dallas played without Kirk Nowitzki in the opening weeks of the season and dug themselves a hole that has them as with the NBA's third worst record. With the return of Andrew Bogut the Mavericks have the power line needed to produce wins. Chicago is having difficulty dealing with problem 'child' Rajon Rondo who remains difficult and is causing distractions. Take DALLAS! |
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01-17-17 | Rockets v. Heat +8 | Top | 103-109 | Win | 100 | 9 h 38 m | Show |
Houston at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Rockets- Oh, how the mighty have fallen. The Miami Heat have had huge turnover of players and with injuries now only 11 wins the second worst (behind Nets) in the NBA. The Heat have played with Chris Bosh for the season with Justise Winslow gone for the rest of the season and have been without center Hassan Whiteside for extended periods. Houston under 'defenseless' coach Mike D'Antono who has the Rockets leading the league in scoring with James Harden having a free rein. Houston should win easy except for one important factor. This game is in Miami and the Rockets got into town early to take advantage of the South Beach night life. Take MIAMI! |
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01-16-17 | Jazz v. Suns +6 | Top | 106-101 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
Utah at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Jazz- Utah is a surprising 10-games over .500 and have won their last six meetings against Phoenix although the Suns did get the money in their last meetings December 31. The Jazz were just starting to get healthy before they lost guard Rodney Hood with a knee injury. Phoenix just finished their stay in Mexico City with a win over San Antonio as 20-year old rookie Devin Booker posted a pair of 39-point scoring nights to lead the Suns to victory. Young and improving the Suns rise again in the desert. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-15-17 | Thunder v. Kings +1.5 | Top | 122-118 | Loss | -101 | 11 h 46 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Sacramento 9:00 ET Kings (+) over Thunder- The Kings have squandered their chance to crawl back to respectability by losing four-of-five on their current home stand and six of their last eight. Sacramento is finding out what its like to compete with the league's best as their last three losses have been to the LA Clippers, Golden State and the Champion Cavaliers. The Kings have actually won three of the last four in the series including a 116-101 win in late November and are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-14-17 | 76ers v. Wizards -9.5 | Top | 93-109 | Win | 100 | 8 h 51 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Washington 8:00 ET Wizards (-) over 76ers- Philadelphia has won three straight games for the first time in more then three years and I'm happy to say we did collect as they have won five of their last six. So, with Joel Embiid leading the way with eight straight 20-point performances the 76ers are playing like professionals but he will be rested tonight and the impact will be felt. Washington had won six straight in the series until their November meeting in Philadelphia but this time the Wizards even the score. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-13-17 | Cavs v. Kings +7.5 | 120-108 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 44 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Sacramento 10:35 ET Kings (+) over Cavaliers- Many think that a team the quality of the Cavaliers can just put it together any time they feel like it and maybe they can against competition like the Kings. But, there is a 'new' cog in the Cleveland mix as Kyle Korver (averaging two points) has joined the group but the Cavs are 0-5-1 ATS after a straight-up loss. Although, they are 4-1 ATS in their last five tripes to Sacramento they are in a bad spot right now. Take the KINGS! |
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01-13-17 | Thunder v. Wolves +2 | Top | 86-96 | Win | 100 | 8 h 16 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Thunder- Russell Westbrook is rolling and so are the Thunder winners for their last three heading to Minneapolis where the improving Timberwolves look for their third straight victory. Both of Minnesota's wins came without Zach LaVine who will return tonight and although Oklahoma City already has two wins over the Wolves this season by an average of 16 points they are just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 meetings in Minnesota. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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01-13-17 | Hornets v. 76ers +4.5 | 93-102 | Win | 100 | 7 h 19 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Hornets- Break-up the 76ers! Philadelphia has already passed their win total from last season and look for their first three-game winning streak of the season tonight. Charlotte has dropped their first three contests of a five-game road trip which ends Monday in Boston but are 4-1 ATS in their last five at Philadelphia. But these 76ers are improving every time out. The Hornets earned a 109-93 home win over Philly opening week when they were without Joel Embiid. Take the points with the 76ERS! |
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01-12-17 | Pistons +13.5 v. Warriors | 107-127 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 13 m | Show | |
Detroit at Golden State 19:30 ET Pistons (+) over Warriors- Boy, am I pissed at the Pistons! On Tuesday they squandered an 18-point lead at Sacramento that cost 'us' a sweep that night. Golden State has 33 wins on the season but have won 18 times while losing the money. As a matter-of-fact the Warriors have dropped six straight ATS and eight of their last nine. In their first meeting this season Golden State posted a 119-113 win in Detroit. The points are worth taking. DETROIT! |
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01-12-17 | Mavs -2 v. Suns | 113-108 | Win | 100 | 10 h 40 m | Show | |
Dallas vs Phoenix 10:00 ET Mavericks over Suns- To those of you that haven't noticed this game is being played in Mexico City and it's only fitting that two of the NBA's worst team are there playing this regular season NBA contest here. Dallas has played in Mexico City before, way before, in 1997 when the lost to Houston 108-106. The Suns believe that they have the advantage because they are younger and that will help with the high altitude but their lack of overall talent will have more impact. Phoenix has already posted a 102-95 win at Dallas a win a week ago and this time the Mavs get even. Take DALLAS! |
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01-12-17 | Pelicans v. Nets +4.5 | Top | 104-95 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 15 m | Show |
New Orleans at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Pelicans- The Pelicans already completed half their mission with a win over New York Monday as Anthony Davis scored 40 points and had 18 rebounds along with three blocks before leaving after just 29 minutes of action. Davis played just 29 minutes as he once again came up with another injury, this one to his hip. He is expected to play but just how effective he will be a the question. New Orleans has taken the last five in the series including a 106-87 win in Brooklyn last season. The problem for the Pelicans is that they are not the same playoff team we've seen in the past. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-11-17 | Cavs v. Blazers +4.5 | 86-102 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Portland 10:35 ET Trailblazers (+) over Cavaliers- We are coming off our 'Highest-rated' winner last night with Utah over Cleveland and 'we' are coming right back against the NBA Champs. Kyle Kover received a gift by being traded to the Cavaliers but his adjustment time won't happen overnight. He was just 1-5 shooting in 18 minutes last night and I expect more of the same tonight. Cleveland is 1-5 ATS in their last six trips to Portland and they are 0-4-1 ATS in their last five games following an ATS loss. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-11-17 | Grizzlies +5.5 v. Thunder | 95-103 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 22 m | Show | |
Memphis at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- With allthe fanfare that has surrounded Russell Westbrook many night have missed that the Grizzlies actually have a better record (by one more win) then does Oklahoma City. Both these clubs enter this fray winning their last two but Memphis pounded the Thunder 114-80 in Memphis on December 29 and although they are 0-4 ATS in their last four trips here they will get the cash tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-11-17 | Rockets v. Wolves +3.5 | Top | 105-119 | Win | 100 | 8 h 19 m | Show |
Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- The 'hottest' team in the NBA is the Houston Rockets who have won nine straight as James Harden posted his second straight triple-double with 40 points. 15 rebounds and 10 assists and 11th of the season. Minnesota has started to jell as a unit after a weak start and are 4-1 ATS in the last fibe meetings against Houston including their last meetings in December in Minnesota where the Wolves +2.5 got the monet in overtime 109-111. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-10-17 | Pistons +2 v. Kings | 94-100 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 2 m | Show | |
Detroit at Sacramento 10:30 ET Pistons (+) over Kings- The Kings have dropped three straight as DeMarcus Cousins is in a shooting slump and Sacramneto coach Dave Joerger says that he is 'exhausted.' Detroit who lost eight of 10 before their current two-game win streak have won six of their last eight trips to Sacramento going 7-1 ATS. The Kings open a seven-game home stand but will struggle against the Pistons defesne. Take DETROIT! |
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01-10-17 | Cavs v. Jazz +3 | Top | 92-100 | Win | 100 | 10 h 35 m | Show |
Cleveland at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Cavaliers- As coach Tyronn Lue has said about his Cavaliers that they mess around on the court aftre they blew a 20-point lead against Phoenix managing to come back and win 120-116. Utah has dropped three of their last four as they start a three-game homestand as part of a stetch where they play nine of their next 12 at home. Aside from being 0-4 ATS in their last four Cleveland is 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven meetings in Utah. Take the JAZZ! |
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01-10-17 | Celtics +4.5 v. Raptors | 106-114 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
Boston at Toronto 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Raptors- These two clubs seem to be mirror images of each other as Boston has won six of their last seven while Toronto has dropped five of their last seven. Defense has been the problem for the Raptors as they have allowed 110 points or more five time in their last seven contests going 2-5. The Celtics are 4-0-1 ATS in tehir last four raod games and I like their chances here. Take BOSTON! |
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01-09-17 | Thunder v. Bulls -115 | 109-94 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 49 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls over Thunder- The Chicago Bulls are the 'hottest' team in the NBA right now coming off wins over the two top teams in the Eastern Conference defeating Cleveland and Toronto. The big force behind the Bulls who have won their last three is Jimmy Butler who is averaging 34.2 points in the last six games along with 6.68 assists. The Bulls won both meetings last season have come to realize that sitting the poor shooting Rajon Rondo has only helped balance their offense. The Thunder are playing their five games in eight days so advantage goes to the Bulls. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-08-17 | Magic +2 v. Lakers | 95-111 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 58 m | Show | |
Orlando at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Magic (+) over Lakers- Los Angeles is off their best performance of the season defeating the Miami Heat 127-100 and have won 2-of-3 while the Magic were just defeated by Houston 100-93. Orlando has dropped four of their last five after going 3-1 at home and have a 109-90 win over the lakers posted at home. Magic coach Frank Vogel has his club hustling for loose ball and are scrappy enough to win here. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-08-17 | Pistons +3.5 v. Blazers | Top | 125-124 | Win | 100 | 11 h 30 m | Show |
Detroit at Portland 9:00 ET Pistons (+) over Trailblazers- Detroit took the two meetings between these two last season by an average of 18.5 points. Portland ended their mini slump with the return of Damian Lillard with a 118-109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. The Pistons are looking for more playing time for Boban Marjanovic who had 15 points and 22 rebounds in 22 minutes in his last appearance. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-08-17 | Wizards +4.5 v. Bucks | 107-101 | Win | 100 | 4 h 49 m | Show | |
Washington at Milwaukee 2:05 ET Wizards (+) over Bucks- these two have already played three times since December 10th with the home team winning and 'covering' all three. In this battle between these 'middle-of-the-roaders' Washington has won nine of the past 11 meetings and are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game while the Bucks are 1-6 ATS in their last seven when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-07-17 | Hawks v. Mavs +2.5 | 97-82 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 15 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Hawks- As the trade rumors surround the Hawks their play seems to get better as they pulled themselves over .500 with their current five-game winning streak. Atlanta has had their way against Dallas winning the last five in the series. First it was Paul Millsap, then Thabo Sefolosha and now Kyle Korver all supposed to be headed some place else. The Mavericks are playing much better now and are 4-0 ATS in their last four games after a loss. Take DALLAS! |
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01-07-17 | Raptors v. Bulls +2 | Top | 118-123 | Win | 100 | 10 h 57 m | Show |
Toronto at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Raptors- After taking care of the Cavaliers 118-111 on Wednesday they will now face the East's best in Toronto. The Raptors are 22-12 ATS this season by far the best ATS record in the NBA but are 0-4 ATS in their last four games following an ATS win. Beleive it or not Chicago won all four meetings last year and are 9-0 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take best goes on...Take CHICAGO! |
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01-06-17 | Heat +2.5 v. Lakers | 100-127 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 3 m | Show | |
Miami at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Heat (+) over Lakers- The Heat just ended a six-game losing streak with a win at Sacramento while the Lakers have lost 16 of their last 19 including a home loss to Portland last night. Miami has already posted a win over Los Angeles 115-107 at home in late December in a game that Hassan Whiteside and Goran Dragis dominated the Lakers. The Heat are looking to post back-to-back wins for the first time since Dec. 14. Tonight they get it. Take MIAMI! |
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01-06-17 | Rockets v. Magic +6 | 100-93 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 12 m | Show | |
Houston at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Rockets- Houston has won six straight highlighted by their 118-116 win over Oklahoma City last night. The Rockets have scored 100 points of more in 23 straight games and they have won 17 of their last 19 and also six of the last eight meetings with Orlando. The Magic are in a great position for an upset sitting at home while the Rockets off a game last night are on the road for the first time in 10 days. The problem is that Houston is 14-5 ATS in their alst 19 road games, but this is Magic time. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-06-17 | Wolves +5 v. Wizards | Top | 105-112 | Loss | -107 | 7 h 39 m | Show |
Minnesota at Washington 7:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Wizards- Two of the more inconsistant team face-off in Washington where the Wizards host Minnesota. Both teams have lost their last two games but the Wizards have won their last eight at home. The Timberwolves are off a loss to Philadelphia where they trafiled by 26 points before making a comeback that fell two-points short. Washington's biggest issue that that they play very little defense as they allowed the lowly Mavericks to drain 17 3-pointers on Tuesday. Although Minnesota has struggled at Washington (2-9 ATS) they have more young and energy. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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01-05-17 | Spurs v. Nuggets +8 | 127-99 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 14 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Spurs- After an overtime loss at Atlanta on Sunday the Sours bounced back by pounding their nearest competitor Toronto 110-82 on Tuesday. The Nuggets on the other hand have dropped their last three allowing 123.7 points during the slide. Denver has lost 10 straight in the series until a 102-98 win last April when La Marcus Aldridge, Kawhi Leonard, Tony Parker and Danny Green were 'rested.' The Nuggets have dropped their last four home games and after just 7-20 ATS at home against the Spurs. Tonight, San Antonio is caught. Take the NUGGETS! |
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01-05-17 | Hawks v. Pelicans -2.5 | 99-94 | Loss | -102 | 8 h 17 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Hawks- The Hawks enter New Orleans flying high on a four-game win streak and are 5-1 ATS on their last six road games but only 2-6 ATS in their last eight meetings with the Pelicans. Since returning from his back injury center Dwight Howard has recorded four double-doubles in five games and will most likely sleepwalk through this one. Have no problem playing against Hawks who won for us last night in Orlando as Atlanta is 0-7 against teams with a winning percentage below .400. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-05-17 | Jazz +5 v. Raptors | Top | 93-101 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
Utah at Toronto 7:30 ET Jazz (+) over Raptors- Both these clubs will have to show their professionalism after losses their last time out. Utah's No.1 NBA defense surrendered 115 points in their lass at Boston on Tuesday while Toronto was ripped in San Antonio 110-82 Tuesday as well. The Raptors return home after a six game road trip where they lost 3-of-4 to close their trip and are 1-4 ATS in their last five. Even though Toronto is 7-0 ATS in the last seven meetings the Jazz are 5-1 ATS in their last six games after allowing 100 points. Take UTAH! |
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01-04-17 | Grizzlies -115 v. Clippers | 106-115 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 44 m | Show | |
Memphis at L.A. Clippers 10:35 ET Grizzlies over Clippers- The L.A. Clippers looked like a team that could challenge for the NBA title when the season started winning 12 of their first 14 but injuries and the usual thing that happens to the Clippers did happen. Chris Paul is in-and-out (doubtful tonight), Blake Griffin is out and DeAndre Jordan just kills them down the stretch as his free throw shooting is atrocious. Memphis tool a beating at the hand of the Lakers (Hotline winner) last night and will bounce back tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-04-17 | Hawks -2.5 v. Magic | 111-92 | Win | 100 | 7 h 33 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Orlando 7:00 ET Hawks (-) over Magic- The Hawks have finally put tings together and their three game winning streak has put them over .500. Orlando had to look them selves in the mirror after Sunday's loss at Indiana as coach Frank Vogel pointed out that they were not playing with the energy necessary to win in the NBA. The Magic have won the last three in the series including a win at Atlanta three weeks ago 131-120. I expect the tide to turn here. Take the HAWKS! |
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01-04-17 | Thunder v. Hornets -2 | Top | 112-123 | Win | 100 | 8 h 36 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (-) over Hornets- Here come the Hornets losers of their last two games favored over the most exciting team in the NBA with Russell Westbrook and the Thunder. Aside from Oklahoma City the Hornets are one of the quickest team on the floor with Kemba Walker leading the way with defense that he must play against Russell. OKC has won the last 10 in their series but these are different clubs this season and Charlotte can play with the thunder here. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-03-17 | Grizzlies v. Lakers +3.5 | 102-116 | Win | 100 | 10 h 7 m | Show | |
Memphis at L.A.Lakers 10:30 Lakers (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis under new coach David Fizdale are becoming one of the more prolific 3-point shooting teams in the NBA as they had 17 3-pointers in Saturday's 112-98 win at Sacramento on Saturday night. The are now attempting 25.5 3-pointers a game up by seven shots from last season. The Lakers have a three-point shooter of their own as Nick Young has made 12-of-15 in their last two games and has 36 made in his last eight games. L.A. Has dropped their last three and come up big tonight. Take the LAKERS! |
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01-03-17 | Wizards v. Mavs +1.5 | Top | 105-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
Washington at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Wizards- The Wizards who were a playoff team last year has been one dimensional when it comes to winning games as they are an impressive 13-6 at home and just 3-11 on the road. Dallas started with numerous injuries including to their big man Dirk Nowitzki and center Andrew Bogut who have now returned.The Mavericks won just six of their first 26 but have split eight games since their return. The Wizards started poorly as well and have struggled to get to .500 failing three times to get over the hump. Same story here. Take DALLAS! |
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01-03-17 | Wolves v. 76ers +5 | 91-93 | Win | 100 | 7 h 43 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Timberwolves- The two of the youngest clubs in the NBA face-off in Philadelphia as the 76ers host Minnesota and look for revenge for a 110-86 beat down in Minnesota back in mid-November and this time have a rested Joel Embiid as the 76ers haven't since since the New Year. I thing the odd-makers are over-rating Minnesota at this time as they are just 6-12 at home and 5-11 on the road. Sixers get even tonight. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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12-30-16 | Bucks v. Wolves +1 | 99-116 | Win | 100 | 8 h 43 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves over Bucks- Both these squads are young and explosive as the Bucks try are push their way over .500 having won two of their last three and the last four games in this series including both games in Minnesota last season. The Timberwolves are off a 105-103 loss at Denver and return home looking for some help from their bench who totaled bust eight points last time out. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-30-16 | Clippers +10.5 v. Rockets | 116-140 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 40 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Houston 8:00 ET Clippers (+) over Rockets- The Clippers started the season winning 14 of their first 16 but have been beset by injuries and have now just 8-10 in their last 18 games. Houston did just the opposite as they started slow but have gone 13-2 in December and are 11-3 at home and are starting a four-game homestand tonight. These two clubs split their season series but the Clippers are the rested team here. Chris Paul has returned for the Clippers and DeAndre Jordan has shown not ill effects from his auto accident. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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12-30-16 | Pistons +3 v. Hawks | Top | 98-105 | Loss | -112 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
Detroit at Atlanta 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Hawks- At 16-16 the Hawks have been a disappointment and even more so when you look at their points spread record as Atlanta has 'covered' just once in their last 11 games when favored by more then one-point. Detroit once tough defense has allowed 109.4 points during their current 1-6 stretch and are off a loss where they allowed 62 points in the first half. The Pistons hammered the Hawks 121-85 on December 2 and will do it again here. Take DETROIT! |
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12-29-16 | Celtics +6.5 v. Cavs | 118-124 | Win | 100 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
Boston at Cleveland 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Cavaliers- It seems a bit perplexing to me that coaches are willing to give players game days off when they can just as easily give them a day off of practicing instead. LeBron James was given Monday off and the Cavaliers on Monday at Detroit lost for the third time without him in the line-up this season but he will play tonight. Boston has had some returning help as they have won six of their last seven and take every game seriously. Take the CELTICS! |
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12-28-16 | Bucks v. Pistons -3 | 119-94 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 26 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Detroit 7:35 ET Pistons (-) over Bucks- The Pistons caught a break Monday when the Cavaliers showed up in Detroit without LeBron James and they were able to freak a five-game losing streak with a 'pity' victory. Now it seems that the Bucks have become a 'public' favorite as Giannis Antetokounmpo has attracted much deserved attention. The 'Greek Freak' is averaging 23.4 points along with 9.1 rebounds, two steals, two blocked sots and six assists per game. Maybe not Russell Westbrook number but still impressive by any measure. The Pistons on the other hand will meet the challenge with the NBA's Eastern leading defense. Take DETROIT! |
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12-27-16 | Rockets v. Mavs +6.5 | 123-107 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 29 m | Show | |
Houston at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Rockets- Every time I look to post against 'these' Rockets I have a slight shutter as the though of James Harden going off for another triple-double as Houston has won 12 of their last 14 contests. Dallas who has shown signs of life are off a loss at New Orleans ending a modest three-game win streak. Power forward and future Hall-of-Fame player Dirk Nowitzki has returned from his Achilles tendon injury and his playing time is limited, but the Mavericks come up big here. Take DALLAS! |
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12-27-16 | Grizzlies +6.5 v. Celtics | 103-113 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 33 m | Show | |
Memphis at Boston 7:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Celtics- These two met just seven days ago in Memphis as the Cletics squeaked out a 112-109 overtime win in a contest where Boston's Isaiah Thomas posted a career-high 44 points. The Grizzlies have lost five of their last eight games including yesterday's 112-102 home loss to Orlando. Memphis who have lost three of their last four meetings is 14-3 ATS in their last 17 meetings in Boston. Take the GRIZZLIES! |
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12-27-16 | Thunder v. Heat +3.5 | Top | 106-94 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 38 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Thunder- I found it a bit amusing that Russell Westbrook said this is the most fun he's had playing basketball because “this group of guys are so unselfish.” Oklahoma City enters Miami winners of their last three but are about to start a stretch where they play 14 of 18 games on the road. The Thunder are 12-6 at home but just 7-6 on the road and they start here where the Heat have been disappointing going just 5-11 as hosts. The Heat can count on production from its two leading scorers Hassan Whiteside and Goran Dragic but must get some help from the rest of the rooster. They will tonight. Take MIAMI! |
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12-26-16 | Hawks v. Wolves +1 | Top | 90-104 | Win | 102 | 7 h 20 m | Show |
Atlanta at Minnesota 8:05 ET Timberwolves over Hawks- boy, do I love this spot I mean the Hawks come flying into Minnesota having won four straight road games while the Timberwolves are off two straight losses including yesterday's defeat at Oklahoma City. With there being a 50% chance that Dwight Howard will go in the tank I like the Wolves who have won the last three meetings. Young Wolves are hungry for wins. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-26-16 | Cavs v. Pistons -4.5 | Top | 90-106 | Win | 100 | 7 h 53 m | Show |
Cleveland at Detroit 7:35 ET Pistons (-) over Cavaliers- 'I smell a rat!' I mean really, the Pistons are a huge favorite against the World Champion Cavaliers who are off a home win over Golden State. The only line-up Cleveland will mostly present up may include bench players with are their just to carry LeBron's bags. This has got to be a lay-down of major proportions. You know why can't these guys take days off on practice days instead of game days. I'm taking the Pistons and you should too. DETROIT! |
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12-26-16 | Grizzlies v. Magic +3 | 102-112 | Win | 100 | 6 h 26 m | Show | |
Memphis at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis is beginning to build a little momentum as key players are returning from injuries including standout Mike Conley along with James Ennis and Chandler Parsons. The Grizzlies have both games since the return of Parsons while Orlando has been in-and-out their last seven games finishing with a win over the Lakers. The Magic are looking to get better at home (6-10) and will start here. Take ORLANDO! |
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12-25-16 | Clippers v. Lakers +6 | 102-111 | Win | 100 | 25 h 45 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Clippers- After a 'Coach-of-the-Year' start Luke Walton has seen hos Lakers drop 12 of their last 13 finishing their seven game road trip 1-6. The Clippers have hit a rough patch themselves going 3-7 ATS in their last 10 and are coming off a lost at home to Dallas on Friday playing with both Chris Paul and Blake Griffin. Paul may return here but Griffin with remain out. The Lakers blew two different 19-point leads to Charlotte and Miami as Julius Randle missed those games to be with his wife as she gave birth to his child. (Isn't that sweet) He will be back and so are the Lakers. Take then here..LAKERS! |
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12-25-16 | Wolves +5 v. Thunder | 100-112 | Loss | -108 | 22 h 28 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Thunder- The young Timberwolves started the season slowly but are 5-1 ATS in their last six contests and are 4-0 ATS against teams with a straight up winning record. Oklahoma City of course has who most already feel is the MVP in Russel Westbrook who scored 20 points in the 4th quarter to rally the Thunder past Boston on Friday. Minnesota did just the opposite their last time out falling apart in the fourth quarter against Sacramento blowing a lead late. The Thunder already posted a 20-point win over the Wolves at home in early November and Minnesota is playing much better now. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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12-25-16 | Warriors v. Cavs +2.5 | Top | 108-109 | Win | 100 | 17 h 2 m | Show |
Golden State at Cleveland 2:30 ET Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- Golden State who has the best record in the NBA (27-4) has won seven straight and comes up the favorite at Cleveland against the World Champions who have won four straight themselves. The Warriors had a 3-1 lead over the Cavaliers in last years Finals only to have LeBron and company sweep the next three games, something that had not happened once (losing 3 straight) to them during the regular season. Yes. J.R Smith is out for Cleveland but it won't matter today. Take the CAVALIERS! |
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12-23-16 | Raptors v. Jazz +2 | Top | 104-98 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 45 m | Show |
Toronto at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Raptors- The Jazz are coming off two very disappointing efforts as they were trounced by Golden State on Tuesday 104-74 and then they blew a 20-point lead against Sacramento on Wednesday. With two days to 'lick their wounds' I expect huge bounce-back tonight. Toronto has won 12 of their last 14 games and are an impressive 9-3 on the road but that record will be challenged as they start a six-game western road trip. These two split both contests last season each winning on their home court and I expect the same here. Take UTAH! |
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12-23-16 | Rockets v. Grizzlies +3.5 | 109-115 | Win | 100 | 9 h 48 m | Show | |
Houston at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Rockets- Mike D'Antoni has never been a coach that stressed about defense and that suits this Rockets squad just fine. Led by James Harden who has taken over the point-guard spot Houston leads the NBA in 3-point attempts with an amazing 39 attempts per game hitting just under 38%. Memphis on the other hand leads the NBA in 3-Point field goal defense allowing just 33.5% from beyond the arc. The Grizzlies will slow the tempo down under first year head coach David Fizdale and bump the Rockets out of their rhythm. Take MEMPHIS! |
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12-23-16 | Warriors v. Pistons +7 | 119-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 24 m | Show | |
Golden State at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Warriors- Like trains passing in the night the Warriors and Pistons are heading in opposite directions. Golden State who have a Christmas Day meeting with the NBA Champion Cavaliers have now won six straight while Detroit has dropped four in-a-row. The Warriors lost to the Pistons last January ending a nine-game win streak in this series and are off a huge come-from-behind victory over the Nets last night and might get caught looking ahead here. Take DETROIT! |
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12-22-16 | Spurs v. Clippers +1.5 | 101-106 | Win | 100 | 12 h 23 m | Show | |
San Antonio at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers over Spurs- San Antonio set all kinds of records at home last season winning 40 of 41 as hosts and this season they are making a record run on the road posting a 15-1 record to date. The Spurs have won five straight and 18 of 20 and just ended Houston's 10-game winning streak. The Clippers are without Blake Griffin as they were for a large stretch last year when they went on a huge winning streak. I can see that again. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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12-22-16 | Magic +5 v. Knicks | 95-106 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 5 m | Show | |
Orlando at New York 7:30 ET Magic (+) over Knicks- After losing their final three games of a five game road trip the Knicks returned the New York and Posted a come-from-behind (15-points) win over the Pacers. Orlando took two of the three meetings last season and has won five of the last eight between the two. Surprisingly, the Magic have a better record on the road 8-7 then at home (5-10) and play the kind of defense that will gibe the Knicks fits. Take ORLANDO! |
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12-21-16 | Thunder v. Pelicans +2 | 121-110 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 18 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Thunder- Two of the NBA's best will be going at it in New Orleans where the Pelicans led by Anthony Davis second in the NBA in scoring (29.6 pts) be host Oklahoma City who will bring the most exciting player and the leagues leading scorer (30.9 pts) in Russell Westbrook. New Orleans got off to a terrible start and have been move back to respectability while OKC started hot and have cooled off a bit losing four of their last six games. The Thunder are just 5-6 on the road and will be up against it tonight. Take NEW ORLEANS! |