Chicago at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Bulls- Both of these clubs have been dealing with COVID issues as the Wizards welcome the return of Bradley Beal form protocol. Chicago despite their issues (Lonzo Ball is out) have won six straight games while Washington is off a win at Cleveland. The Bulls have been point spread wonders and are 20-7 ATS in their last 27 games as favorites 8-1 ATS in their last nine trips to DC but, they hate Saturday's going 14-29 ATS while the Wiz are 5-1 ATS on Saturday's. Take WASHINGTON!

Providence at DePaul 3:00 ET

Blue Demons (+) over Friars- At 12-1 and winners of their last seven games Providence is starting to receive attention especially after their back-to-back wins over Seton Hall and Connecticut. Traveling to Chicago to play DePaul who appears to be revived after years of doldrums the Friars have a 34-13 all-time series edge. The Blue Demons dropped both meetings last year including a 70-62 loss in the Big east tourney but the underdogs is 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. With the history of this series this 'line' seems awful short and the Friars are 3-13 ATS as road favorites. Take DEPAUL!

Atlanta at Cleveland 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Cavaliers- This 'price' sticks out like I just don't know what but it drew my attention. Here is Cleveland is the best point spread team in the NBA and the Hawks are racked with COVID have lost three straight and 10-of14 and this game is a virtual pick-em. It doesn't make sense to me that the Cavaliers should be such short favorites at home against a sick team that is struggling and is 0-5 ATS in their last five trips to the Erie based city of Rock and Roll. The Cavs lost Ricky Rubio for the season with an injured ACL and fall here. Take ATLANTA!

Chicago at Indiana 3:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Bulls- It just seems to get better a s the season rolls along with Chicago as they have just won their fifth straight game shooting 62% against Atlanta Wednesday night. Indiana on the other side has dropped their last tow and 3-of-4 and will be without Malcolm Brogdon and three other in COVID protocol along with Bulls coach Billy Donovan. These two have split a pair of meetings this season but the Bulls are just 5-11 ATS in the last 16 meetings including 3-7 ATS in Indiana. Take the PACERS!

Phoenix at Boston 1:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Suns- The struggling Celtics have lost three in-a-row and eight of its last 11 games and are off one of the worst shooting nights in the season losing at home to Oklahoma City 115-97. Boston may be a bit short handed here as Jason Tatum is expecting to come of COVID protocol list and Marcus Smart will be ready. Phoenix has had their way ATS in Boston because for the most part previously the Suns were bad and the Celts good. Boston is 22-9-1 ATS in their last 32 games as home underdogs. Take BOSTON

Philadelphia at Brooklyn 7:00 ET

76ers (+) over Nets- The Nets welcome the return of Kyrie 'Flat World' Irving and at this time any kind of warm body will do as Brooklyn has had three games postponed and have five players coming out of COVID protocol. Irving will be joining James Harden who returned last week to action. 76ers are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven games as road underdogs and the Nets are 1-7 ATS in their last eight home games and 0-7 ATS as home Favorites. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Michigan at Central Florida 7:00 ET

Knights (+) over Wolverines- Michigan has been on an extended break because of COVID issues and hasn't played since December 18 but were not showing what was expected of them in the early going. Central Florida is 8-2 with coach Johnny Dawkins seeking their fifth straight win. Wolves are 10-3 ATS as road favorites but 1-4 ATS after a win while the Knights are 6-1 ATS following an ATS loss. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Dallas at Sacramento 10:30 ET

Kings (+) over Mavericks- A pair of struggling clubs both of rare wins go at it in Sacramento where the Kings will host Dallas who are off a win at Portland but had lost four of their previous five. The Kings ended their own three game slide with a 117-11 home win over the Thunder last night. The Mavericks won the first meeting in Texas 105-99 on October 31 but the Kings swept the series last year including a pair of wins at home. Take SACRAMENTO!

N.C. State at Miami, Fl 9:00 ET

Wolfpack (+) over Hurricanes- NC State was off to a quick 6-1 start but have dropped four of five and their last three entering Miami. The Hurricanes started slow (4-3) but now reeled off five straight wins but have failed to cover in their last three. Struggling against the number (2-12 ATS last 14) the Wolfpack are 6-2 ATS in their last eight as road underdogs. Add that the road team is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and that Miami is 3-12-1 ATS in their last 16 games as favorites including 2-8-1 ATS as home favorites. Take N.C. STATE!

Tennessee at Alabama 9:00 ET

Volunteers (+) over Crimson Tide- SEC opener for a pair of ranked teams as No. 19 Alabama hosts No. 15 Tennessee with both clubs having posted wins over top ranked squads. Alabama has wins over then No. 1 Gonzaga and a win over No.14 Houston while the Volunteers have a win over No. 6 Arizona (Megabucks winner) last time out. The Tide is 1-2 SU last three and 0-4 ATS in their last four and the dog is 4-1 ATS in last five meetings and the Vols 5-1 ATS against teams with winning records. Take TENNESSEE!

Seton Hall at Providence 7:00 ET

Pirates over Friars- What may prove to be a pair of better Big East teams in the conference opener for No. 13 Seton Hall and the return home for No. 21 Providence who is 8-0 SU at home. Seton Hall hasn't played since Dec. 12 as COVID issues postponed a non-conference game against Iona and a pair of Big East games against DePaul and St. John's. The Friars also with a pair of postponements have a win at No.20 Connecticut 57-53 last time out Dec. 18. Pirates are 10-4 ATS on the road against teams with winning records. Take SETON HALL!

Notre Dame at Pittsburgh 8:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Fighting Irish- Pitt is bad, how bad well how about losing at home to Monmouth and The Citadel. Notre Dame is not playing with the most talent around but they showed they can play tough by beating Kentucky 66-62 at home. But the road is a different story when talking about the Irish who are 0-2 away from home and 1-6 ATS in their last seven away games. The Panthers are 5-1 ATS in their last six overall and the underdog is 10-3-1 ATS in the last 14 meetings.Take PITTSBURGH!

Memphis at Sacramento 6:00 ET

Kings (+) over Grizzlies- Both teams off losses as Memphis has dropped their last three including a 113-104 at Golden State Wednesday while Sacramento has dropped their last two including a 108-89 home loss to the Clippers on Tuesday. Stumbling, the Grizzlies are 1-4 ATS in last five as favorites and Kings are not only 23-5 ATS playing with three days rest and 5-2 ATS after a double-digit loss. Take SACRAMENTO!

Brooklyn at L.A. Lakers 8:00 ET

Lakers over Nets- As I stated before their blowout loss 138-110 to San Antonio the Lakers are a mess and to me it all revolves around the acquisition of Russell Westbrook who commits turnovers at an incredible rate. Los Angeles has lost four straight and ranked 27th on defense as Westbrook in attempts to make steals leaves the basket unguarded. Brooklyn is another banded up crew that is playing a number of people that shouldn't even be in the league. But, this night I expect LeBron James to be something special as he raises to the occasion. Take the LAKERS!

Golden State at Phoenix 5:00 ET

Suns(-) over Warriors- Arguably the two best teams in the league square off here as Golden State enters Phoenix as only a half game separates the two. The Warriors are 10-4 SU on the road but juts 7-6-1 ATS while the Suns are 15-2 SU at home and 9-8 ATS. This 'number' seems a bit strong and the Warriors look inviting with the points, but they are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games as underdogs. The surprise stat is not that Golden State is No. 4 on offense but No. 1 on defense allowing just 101 PPG. Suns 5-2 ATS in their last seven games at home. Take PHOENIX!

Boston at Milwaukee 2:30 ET

Celtics (+) over Bucks- Neither of these clubs have found their way as of yet and both have been affected by injuries and COVID as they enter their Christmas Day encounter. With the return of Jalen Brown the Celtics are 3-1-1 ATS in their last five and seem to be meshing better than in the early season. Milwaukee has been inconsistent for the most part this season and is 2-6 ATS after a SU win and struggle against the Celtics as Boston is 13-6 ATS in their last 19 trips to Milwaukee. Take BOSTON!

Atlanta at New York 12:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Knicks- Kemba Walker get his second start and scores 44 points...Oh my, nut the Knicks still lost. I'm sure the return of Toppin scares me but this team is a mess (not as bad as the Lakers but floundering away. Hawks flying high after win over 76ers and ole 'Mo' will carry him here. Take ATLANTA!

San Antonio at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Lakers- The Lakers are a mess, such a mess that even LeBron James can't make it right. They can point to the injuries and covid and whatever reason they want about why they can't put it together and the answer is so easy but no one will say it. In a word or name Russell Westbrook! He's a one man 'team' killer...Take SAN ANTONIO!

Charlotte at Denver 9:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Nuggets- This is the sixth and final game of a game road trip for the Hornets and they are 1-4 needing a win to return to .500. Denver (15-15) is having covid issues and injuries have depleted their firepower as their offense has dropped to 21st in the league whole Charlotte is No. 2 in scoring averaging 115 PPG as they are hitting 38% of their 3-point attempts. The Hornets are 6-1 ATS after a SU loss and 12-5 ATS as underdogs while the Nuggets are 1-4 ATS in their last five home games. Take CHARLOTTE!

Washington at New York 7:30 ET

Wizards (+) over Knicks- Both these clubs are off snapping losing streaks as the nicks stopped at five straight losses with a win at MSG over the Pistons while Washington ended a four-game losing streak with a win over Utah on Saturday. New York is having all kinds of chemistry troubles and COVID has put seven players on its list the past week and Derrick Rose down with an ACL. Knicks swept all three game last season but it's a new year. Take WASHINGTON!

Cleveland at Boston 7:30 ET

Celtics (-) over Cavaliers- These two have already split a pair of games both of which were played in Cleveland and the Celtics got the money in both encounters. That in itself is amazing as the Cavaliers are 24-7 ATS on the season and they have won 13 straight games against the 'number.' Yep that's right! So here is Boston who has lost 4-of-6 a strong favorite over the No. 2 defensive team in the league allowing just 101.1 PPG. But, the Cavs who are 10-1 ATS on the road in their last 11 away games are just 1-4 ATS in Boston while the Celtics are 3-1-1 ATS against teams with winning records. The Cavs last game was postponed on Sunday as they had seven players listed on the COVID protocol list and that is most likely by the Celts are favored the way they are. Take BOSTON!

Arizona at Tennessee 7:00 ET

Volunteers over Wildcats- No. 6 Arizona is embarking on their longest road trip in 14 years when they face No. 19 Tennessee in Knoxville tonight and their next three games are all against PAC-12 opponents. The Volunteers have had eight days of rest and are 6-0 SU at home and are 4-1 ATS in their last five games. As favorites the Vols are also 4-1 ATS while Arizona is 6-13-1 ATS in their last 20 games as underdogs. The Wildcats are No. 1 nationally on offense averaging 91 PPG while the Vols only allow 57.9 PPG. Take TENNESSEE!

Indiana at Miami 7:30 ET

Pacers (+) over Heat- Miami under coach Eric Spoelstra have always played tough but with so many player entering COVID protocol even the best coached teams struggle to maintain their high quality of play and the Heat are most predominate among those clubs. They will be without Butler, Adebayo, Herro, Martin, Morris and Oladipo who all missed Sunday's loss to lowly Detroit. When the regulars have been available in recent seasons the Pacers went 7-3 ATS in Miami as underdogs. The difference here is that the Pacers are favored where they are 0-6 ATS on the road. Still, the protocol is the clue. Take INDIANA!

L.A. Lakers at Chicago 8:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Bulls- Los Angeles may be with Anthony Davis for awhile but the Bulls will be without seven players and the Lakers five including coach Frank Vogel. One of the key components for Chicago and their success this season is the play of Zach LaVine and he will be sidelined for the Bulls. This is the first action for Chicago in eight days and they have dropped their last two. Chicago won the first meeting in Mid-November as the Lakers were without LeBron James. James is back and will be the difference here. Take LOS ANGELES!

L.A. Clippers at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Clippers- The over-rated Clippers started the season playing 19 of their first 28 games at home and must now face playing 20 of 30 on the road where they are 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven games. Oklahoma City has dropped 13 of 16 including a 73-point loss to Memphis but are 11-5 ATS after a loss and 7-2 ATS against the Clippers at home. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Orlando at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Magic (+) over Nets- The Nets are a depleted squad but Kevin Durant is making his bid for MVP as he is averaging 37.5 points over the past four games picking up the slack of all those that are absent. Orlando on the other hand is 1-14 in their last 15 but with this line being what the oddsmakers have made it tells me that the Nets are in trouble here. Brooklyn is 21-8 SU on the season but are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites including 0-6 ATS as at home. The Magic are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings including 5-1 ATS in Brooklyn. Hold your breath and take ORLANDO!

Gonzaga vs Texas Tech 1:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Bulldogs- Gonzaga opened the season No. 1 but losses to No. 5 Duke and No. 16 Alabama has taken a bit of the shine off their season has they have dropped to No. 4. Texas Tech (8-1) is ranked No. 24 and has not received the credit is deserves as their defense which has always been tough is ranked No. 7 nationally while the Zags are No. 2 on offense. Gonzaga's defense is ranked at No. 100 and they are 0-4 ATS in their last four games as favorites while the Red Raiders are 4-0 ATS after a loss. Take TEXAS TECH!

Milwaukee at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Bucks- After a slow start to the season the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks have won 13 of 16 and have been playing short-handed a portion of the time. New Orleans who started the year 3-16 has now won six of their last 11 games behind Brandon Ingram who is averaging 27.9 points over the past eight games. The Bucks seem to play to the level of their competition as they are 7-16 ATS in their last 23 games against teams with losing records and are 1-4 ATS as favorites and 1-5 ATS after a SU win. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Golden State at Boston 7:30 ET

Celtics (+) over Warriors- After breaking Ray Allen's 3-point shooting record in New York the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry will play in Boston where Allen set his NBA record. On Monday the Celtics took down Milwaukee with the return to the lineup by Jaylen Brown ending a 3-game losing streak. Boston is 7-4 SU at home this season and are 22-9 ATS in their last 31 as home underdogs. The first place Warriors are 1-4 ATS after a SU win and 1-4 ATS in their last five games in Boston. Take the CELTICS!

St. Bonaventure and Virginia Tech 4:00 ET

Bonnies (+) over Hokies- I can't remember the last time I posted a side in a game where St. Bonaventure was involved but it probably was when Bob Lanier was at center for the Bonnies in 1970 (and yes I was betting these games when I was at NYU). SB is looking for their second straight Atlantic-10 title and have an all senior starting lineup but lost 74-64 loss to No. 15 Connecticut last Saturday and are 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. Virginia Tech after opening the season with four straight wins has lost 4-of-6 and are 0-4 ATS in their last four neutral site games while the Bonnies are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 neutral site games but are 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. That ends here. Take ST. BONAVENTURE!

Philadelphia at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

76ers (+) over Nets- With the best record in the East the Nets will host their closest challenger Philadelphia who trails Brooklyn by six-games in the loss column. The Nets were down to eight healthy bodies last time out and just relied on Kevin Durant to carry the load and he responded like a true champion (although he has never won an NBA championship. Philadelphia enters Brooklyn losing 3-of-4 with losses to Memphis and Miami after defeating Golden State on Saturday. The Nets are just 1-5 ATS after a SU win and are 0-6 ATS in their last six home games. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Minnesota at Denver 9:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Nuggets- This series record between these two has to be considered when handicapping this matchup as the Wolves have lost 12 straight to Denver. The Nuggets have swept the season series that past three seasons against Minnesota but the Wolves are 21-6 ATS in the last 27 meetings in the Mile High City. D'Angelo Russell has been a huge plus for Minny as they are 0-5 without hime and 12-10 with his and he has returned after missing three games with an ankle sprain. Take MINNESOTA!

Charlotte at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Spurs- This is the Spurs fifth straight home game and they are off a 112-97 win over the Pelicans raising their home record to just 6-8. The Hornets have had four player in COVID protocol in their 120-96 loss at Dallas on Monday but will have Terry Rozier, Mason Plumlee and Jalen McDaniels will return tonight. Charlotte is 5-1 ATS in their last six games as underdogs and are 4-0 ATS after a SU loss. Tae the HORNETS!

Indiana at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee just finished a four-game road trip where they defeated a pair of games against sub-500 teams and lost to a pair of clubs with winning records. Indiana is off a 102-100 loss to Golden State but have won three of their last four at home and now go on the road where they are 3-10 SU. Doesn't it seem a bit off that the Bucks would be such a meager favorite at home against a team that has struggled away from home especially against a team that they defeated 118-100 at Indiana in their last meeting and is 0-6 ATS in their last six meetings in Milwaukee. Maybe because the Bucks are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 as home favorites. This is BOGUS...take the PACERS!

Phoenix at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Suns- These two have split a pair of meetings each holding serve at home with the Suns off a loss against the Clippers in Los Angeles last night. Phoenix is playing without Devin Booker and center Deandre Ayton while the Trailblazers have lost five straight and 8-of-9. The Suns are 2-5 ATS in their last seven road games and are 1-5-1 ATS playing without rest while Portland is 3-0-1 ATS at home against teams with winning records. Take PORTLAND!

Alabama at Memphis 9:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Crimson Tide- No. 6 Alabama has been good to 'us' defeating Gonzaga outright as an underdog and beating Houston but not the 'number' in a non-cover victory. Tonight is a first for the Crimson as they will be playing their first true road games of the season. Memphis in the meantime is 4-5 after having lost their last four including a 74-72 home loss to Murray State last Friday. I look for the Tigers to scratch and claw their way to a win here in this non-conference battle. Take MEMPHIS!

Golden State at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Warriors- If he couldn't get it done at home with 16 3-pointers in one game what better setting but to make just two 3-pointers at Madison Square Garden. Stephen Curry the NBA's 3-point shooting GOAT will surely pass Ray Allen to move to the top of the list of long distance shots made. New York will be a bit strapped as Obi Toppin and RJ Barrett are in COVID protocols but Alec Burks returns. Knicks just 7-14 SU since their 5-1 start and are 0-4 ATS in their last four games at home but rise for this event. Take NEW YORK!

Monmouth-NJ at Yale 7:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Hawks- Here we again with another Monmouth encounter after posting a Power Play winner with them as a 1-point favorite over Pittsburgh. So, once against the streaking Hawks (10 straight covers) are 1-point favorites but this time over Yale in New Haven. At 6-6 SU and 4-7 ATS the Bulldogs are off a loss to Iona and they are 15-7 ATS after a loss. But they have showed that they can 'play', play that is for an Ivy school but hey, who is Monmouth. Take YALE!

Milwaukee at Boston 7:30 ET

Celtics (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee who has won 12-of-14 cruised yesterday at New York Sunday never trailing and leading buy more than 20-points in the second quarter. Boston has just returned from their West coast trip and won just one of five and should be looking forward to returning to 'Bean Town.' The Celtics played all five of those road games without All-star Jaylen Brown who returns to action tonight. The Bucks have struggled against the Celts and are 3-9 ATS in the last 12 meetings in Boston and are 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings. Take BOSTON!

New Orleans at San Antonio 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Spurs- New Orleans has established that they are better than the Pistons by defeating Detroit 109-93 on Friday. But, all the news surrounding the Pelicans is not good. All-Everything Zion Williamson who has not played yet this season has had a set back and is not out indefinitely. So, now they realize that it is them against the world without their superstar. San Antonio is just a shell of champions past and most likely will be left out of the postseason playoffs. Spurs played last night at Charlotte losing outright as a 5-point favorite and are just 1-4-1 ATS in the second of back-to-back games. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Monmouth-NJ at Pittsburgh 7:00 ET

Hawks over Panthers- Now, let's take a close look at this matchup. Once a Big Eat power and now an ACC also run Pittsburgh must be a an ebb with talent as they are not only 3-6 on the year but they are an underdog at home to a former NAIA member that is a local commuter school. Monmouth 7-2 lost to St. John's last time out 88-83 but are an incredible 9-0 ATS on the year. I can't get past this number and will see if the Panthers are that bad or the Hawks can actually play. Take MONMOUTH!

Villanova at Baylor 3:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Bears- A pair of Top-10 ranked cagers meet at Baylor where the No. 4 ranked Bears will host No. 6 Villanova in what should be the best college basketball game of the day. The defending National Champions are undefeated (8-0) and are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven this season. This Wildcats will be playing their third road game of the season and have yet to 'cover' and are 0-2 ATS losing at UCLA after destroying Michigan State 91-51. The Bears have had the best of it to date but have yet to play a team with this much big game experience. Take VILLANOVA!

Milwaukee at New York 12:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Bucks- After a quick start start to the season New York has taken a step back while the Champion Bucks who started slow have picked up the pace. The Knicks has lost five of six and have benched the guy the signed to help a struggling offense. Milwaukee is off a win at Houston Friday after their second loss to the Heat on Wednesday. These two have split a pair of games already this season with the nicks holding MVP Antetokounmpo below his average in both games. Take NEW YORK!

Houston at Alabama 10:00 ET

Cougars (+) over Crimson Tide- No. 9 Alabama has had seven days to savor their 91-82 outright win over former No. 1 Gonzaga and now they will host No. 14 Houston who is 8-1 SU losing only to Wisconsin 65-63 while the Tide's only loss (8-1) was against Iona. The surprise out of Houston is that they are allowing just 53.4 PPG ranking No.2 in defensive scoring and on the flip side Alabama is ranked 241 allowing 71 PPG but scores 86.4 PPG ranking No. 6. Cougars are 9-3 ATS as road underdogs and get it done here. Take HOUSTON!

Golden State at Philadelphia 8:30 ET

76ers (+) over Warriors- And 'the beat goes on' as the Warriors' Stephen Curry assaults the NBA 3-point scoring records. The 'greatest' shooter in NBA history (my personal opinion) Curry is drawing the attention of not only the public and media but of other players in the league and some aren't so happy about it...like his opponents! Philliy is 3-1 since the return of Joel Embiid since his bout with COVID and he is ready to go. Warriors are 3-11 ATS in their last 14 meetings in the 'Liberty Bell City' and they fall here. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Utah at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Jazz- Utah is at it again! Last season they ran of 18 straight wins and 'covered' most of those victories and now they have won six in-a-row straight-up while covering the last two on the road. The Jazz currently have the No. 2 offense with 115 PPG and are ranked No. 3 on defense at 104.4 PPG allowed. Tough numbers to beat but that's what the Wizards did twice last year against the Jazz winning both matchups. Known for their home court advantage Utah is 7-19-1 ATS against teams with winning home records and the Wiz are 5-0 ATS as home underdogs. Take WASHINGTON!

Kentucky at Notre Dame 5:15 ET

Fighting Irish (+) over Wildcats- After dropping their opening encounter against Duke the Wildcats have won seven in-a-row and now play struggling Notre Dame who has lost three straight. Kentucky coach John Calipari keeps reloading year after year and I must give him credit for getting these players with NBA aspirations to play as a unit. The Fighting Irish were 3-1 before going to Maui and have lost consecutive games to Texas A&M, Illinois and Boston College. The Cats are just 3-5 ATS on the season and ND is 0-6 ATS in 'lined' games. Kentucky is 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight road games and ND is 2-12 ATS in their last 14 games overall. Avenging a 64-63 loss from last season the Irish are fighting for a win. Take NOTRE DAME

Arkansas vs Oklahoma 1:30 ET

Sooners over Razorbacks- Undefeated (9-0) and ranked No. 10 Arkansas comes to Tulsa (neutral site) where the Sooners will have plenty of support in what should be one of the better games for Saturday. Although undefeated the Razorbacks are shooting just 28.5% on 3-pointers and in the last six games it's 20.6 percent. Oklahoma is coming off an OT loss to Butler and are 4-1 ATS after a loss, but they are one of the best against the 3-pointers holding opponents to 27.5%. Take OKLAHOMA!

Boston at Phoenix 10:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Suns- Phoenix responded well after having their 18-game won streak stop by the Warriors with a win Monday over the lowly Spurs. Boston dropped their third of four against the Clippers 114-111 Wednesday night getting the money as they dropped to 7-9 SU on the road. The Celtics are 6-2 ATS in their last eight after a straight-up loss and are 5-2 ATS in their last seven as road dogs. Suns are 3-7 ATS 9in their last 10 as favorites! Take BOSTON!

Sacramento at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Kings (+) over Hornets- Seems a bit odd and very interesting that a below average team Kings that is under .500 (11-14) would be favored on the road against a plus .500 ream that is 7-4 SU at home and 7-0 ATS in their last seven. Such is the case in Charlotte where the Hornets just dropped a pair against the 76ers in back-to-backs. Sacramento has won three straight including back-to-back wins against the Clippers. What makes this 'line' even more perplexing is that the Hornets are the No. 1 scoring team in the NBA but their defense is 30th. Take SACRAMENTO.

 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!

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!

Purdue at Rutgers

Scarlet Knights (+) over Boilermakers- Purdue is good and we know that they are good and they have been awarded the No. 1 ranking in America and now have to live up to it. The Boilermakers have 7-4 Zach Edey but they don't have Ron Harper Jr. and Rutgers does. So, what does that mean...not a whole lot but I thought I'd just like to add it. The Scarlet Knights are 4-4 and haven't really played a tough early schedule But there is something about Purdue that gets the Knight's working as they have defeated the Boilermakers at home in each of the past two seasons. Take RUTGERS!

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!

Utah at T.C.U. 8:00 ET

Utes (+) over Horned Frogs- This game is being played at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth but is considered a neutral site. TCU is 6-1 SU but have struggled to get the 'money' as they are 1-4-2 ATS and are 5-0 SU at home. Utah is 0-1 in true road games losing at USC but are 2-0 at neutral sites and are 5-2 ATS after an ATS loss. TCU has little to brag about as they are 1-6 ATS against winning teams and 9-24-2 ATS in their last 35 games as favorites including 0-4 ATS as neutral site favorites and are 0-2-2 ATS after a SU win. Take UTAH!

Chicago at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers over Bulls- Like the Knicks were last year it looks like the Cavaliers are a team that is just going to get the best of the number night in and night out as they are 18-7 72% ATS on the season and it doesn't seem that the end is in sight. At the same time the charging Bulls have won four straight and are 17-8 both SU and ATS. Cleveland has covered eight straight although they have lost their last two out to Utah and Milwaukee. The Bulls have had the best o the Cavaliers for years but things are moving in another direction. Take CLEVELAND!

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!

Boston at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Lakers- Both these clubs can only dream of what it meant for these two franchises to go head-to-head, the shine is off as both teams are floundering around the .500 mark after 24 games. LeBron James was back and played well Friday in the Lakers 119-115 loss to the Clippers as Boston was winning for the third time in four tries and have won 6-of-9. LA is 5-16 ATS in their last 21 games as home favorites and the Celtics are 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings. Take BOSTON!

New York at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Knicks- New York has a completely different look this year as last season's formula for success has been scraped for a more offensive approach. Looking to improve their scoring capabilities the Knicks brought in Kemba Walker and it changed the dynamics of what was the No. 1 defensive team to a team ranked 20th in points allowed. Although the Spurs record isn't so hot they are still 13-9 ATS and are 5-1 ATS against New York in the past six meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO!

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!

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!

Cleveland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (-) over Cavaliers- This 'new' version of the Cavaliers is a 'covering' machine and have made the cash their last seven times out and are 17-5 ATS in their last 22 games on the year. Unlike their opponent tonight the Champion Bucks are just goin through the motions until the real season starts in April and are just 11-13 ATS on the season. Looking at the stats Cleveland is the obvious choice but the obvious is not always so profitable. They are 8-1 ATS as road dogs while the Bucks are just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 home games but they are 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings at home. Take MILWAUKEE!

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!

Illinois at Iowa 7:00 ET

Fighting Illini (+) over Hawkeyes- The Big Ten has the prime game of the night as Illinois (6-2, 1-0) invades Iowa City where the Hawkeyes (7-1, 0-1) are 25-11 ATS as hosts. The Fighting Illini come in winning their last four and are 4-0 ATS as underdogs in last four while Iowa is off a loss at Purdue without leading scorer Keegan Murray who is supposed to return tonight. Hawkeyes are 15-5 ATS after a straight up loss and average 91 PPG while the Illini defense is at 63.8 PPG. Trends and stats point to Iowa along with most of the money...Take ILLINOIS!

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!

Vanderbilt at S.M.U. 6:00 ET

Commodores (+) over Mustangs- SMU is a 'perfect' 6-0 SU at home but against the number they have been a nightmare for their backers as they are 2-4 ATS at home and 2-7 ATS on the year. Vanderbilt is 5-1 on the season and have won their only true road game at Pittsburgh 68-52 aided by Scotty Pippen Jr. who lead the Commodores is scoring. Vandy is 8-1-4 ATS as underdogs (a tough out) and 7-1-1 ATS in their last nine road games and SMU is 2-10 ATS in their last 12 home games. Take VANDERBILT!

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!

Wake Forest at Virginia Tech 2:00 ET

Hokies (-) over Demon Deacons- Wake Forest climbed to 7-1 with a 77-73 win over Northwestern Tuesday in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge while Virginia Tech won for 'us' over Maryland Wednesday 62-58. Virginia Tech may have made some changes in football but their basketball remains the same...lay tough defense. The Hokies who score at 70.3 PPG allow only 53.4 No. 2 in the nation and are 4-0 SU at home. The Deacons are 1-6 ATS in their last seven as underdogs and the Hokies are 5-1 ATS as favorites. The beat goes on...take VIRGINIA TECH!

Denver at New York 1:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Knicks- This one seems a bit strange when one considers what is going on with the Nuggets. To start with they have lost seven of eight games and their MVP is hurting along with three other affected by COVID and Michael Porter Jr. just underwent season ending back surgery. New York is having their own difficulties having changed their chemistry when was so successful last year. Denver is 5-1 ATS in their last five trips to MSG and the Knicks are not only 1-4 ATS in their last five home games but they are also 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites. Take DENVER!

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!

Oregon State at California 10:30 ET

Beavers (+) over Golden Bears- Oregon State made it to the Elite-Eight last season and now are in danger of losing their seventh straight after an opening game win. The Beavers problem seems to be protecting the ball and trusting teammates as they have more turnovers than assists and are shooting just 28.8% of their 3-point attempts. California hasn't been much better turning the ball over 87 tines with only 66 assists. The Beavers are 14-3 ATS in their last 17 road games and 22-7 ATS as roda underdogs. Take OREGON STATE!

Milwaukee at Toronto 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Bucks- After having had to play the entire 2020-21 season on the road the Raptors have now accepted playing at home this year. Toronto is 2-8 SU at home and have lost five straight as hosts while the Bucks have just won eight straight entering tonight's fray. Milwaukee might just be what the Raptors need as they are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall while the Bucks are 1-5 ATS when playing the second of back-to-back nights. Take TORONTO!

Wisconsin at Georgia Tech 9:15 ET

Yellow Jackets (+) over over Badgers- The Badgers won three games to win the Maui Invitational in Las Vegas (go figure) and it was their fundamentals that carried them to the Championship making free throws and not turning the ball over. Georgia Tech meanwhile has won five straight after an opening game loss to Miami-Ohio. Although Wisconsin has played on neutral sites this is their first true road game and hey are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 games after a SU win and the Yellow Jackets are 5-1 ATS in their last six games as underdogs. Take GEORGIA TECH!

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!

Virginia Tech at Maryland 7:15 ET

Hokies (+) over Terrapins- Tech opened the season with five straight and then went to Brooklyn to play in the NIT Tip-Off and were defeated by a pair of quality teams losing the Memphis 69-61 and Xavier 59-58. Maryland is 5-2 and off loss to Louisville 63-55 getting out-rebounded 51-25. The Terrapins are 1-6 in this Big Ten-ACC Challenge. Take VIRGINIA TECH!

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!

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!

Northwestern at Wake Forest 9:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Demon Deacons- When I look at these two schools I think that I would mind seeing these two compete on the gridiron but they make for a pretty food cage match-up as well. Both clubs have only one loss with Wake's coming their last time out against LSU in the Emerald Coast Classic otherwise they are 5-0 at home. This will be the Wildcats first true road game of the season and although I for the most part like to play against such situations as the Wildcats are 4-1 ATS as road underdogs. Take NORTHWESTERN!

Minnesota at Pittsburgh 7:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Golden Gophers- This one seems a bit short, the line that is. Minnesota (5-0) visits Pittsburgh where the 2-4 Panthers have lost all 3-of-4 games by double-digits. The Golden Gophers have held their last two opponents under 50 points defeating Jacksonville and Purdue Fort Wayne but are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 road games. Pitt has struggled with departures, injuries and suspensions are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight games overall and 1-5 ATS in their last six at home. With the Gophers defense and the Panthers weak offense this should be low scoring but the short price give the home side a chance. Take PITTSBURGH

Detroit at L.A. Lakers- 9:30 ET

Lakers (-) over Pistons- This game just goes to show 'us' how bad some teams are in the NBA. Detroit has won 4-of-21 games and are a double-digit underdogs to a sub-500 (10-11) club that is struggling to find their way. The Lakers have welcomed the return to action by LeBron James but they have yet to show the explosiveness and energy that is expected of a team with this kind of talent. Maybe against one of the league's worst clubs the Pistons whose No. 1 overall draft pick has yet to show any part of his promise is what LA needs to jump start their season. Take the LAKERS!

Milwaukee at Indiana 5:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee who has found their 'groove' with a six-game winning streak after a slow start that saw them 6-8 two weeks ago. The Pacers have won 3-of-4 doing it with defense allowing only 94, 77 and 97 points in their victories. Bucks still bitten by injuries play down to the level of their competition and are 5-13 ATS when playing time with a losing record. Pacers are 6-1 ATS as home underdogs so I expect some effort here. Take INDIANA!

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!

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!

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!

Portland at Golden State 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- This is a tough call as the Warriors have won nine straight games at home and all by at least 10-points and Portland has won only once on the road this season at Houston and are 1-8 SU and ATS. The trends are overwhelming supportive of Golden State at home and lifetime against the Trailblazers who haven't had much success in this part of California but are ready to compete here. Take PORTLAND!

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!

Minnesota at Charlotte 7:00 ET

T'Wolves (+) over Hornets- Two of the NBA's hottest and more surprising teams clash in Charlotte where the Hornets who have won 7-of-8 hosting the Timberwolves who have won their last five are mists of their longest winning streak in four years. Minnesota's winning streak comes on the heels of a six game losing streak after starting 3-1. T'Wolves are a respectable 3-3 on the road and have three quality scorers that can get you any night. Hornets have become one of the higher scoring teams in the league but the Wolves can counter...Take MINNESOTA!

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!

Toronto at Memphis 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Grizzlies- A pair of clubs with mirror records in their last four games with Memphis winning 3-of-4 while the Raptors have dropped 3-of-4.The Grizzlies are not making it easy as they lost by 43 points to Minnesota Saturday but bounced back with a 119-118 win over Utah on Monday. Toronto's negative steak is actually 7-of-9 losses and they welcome their leading scorer OG Anunoby (20.1) and his return to action could mean the difference. Take TORONTO!

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!

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!

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!

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!

Charlotte at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Hawks- both of these clubs have picked up the pace as the Hawks have win their last three after starting the season 4-9 breaking a six game losing streak while Charlotte has won their last five including a121-118 win over Indiana last night and they had lost their previous five. The Hornets are 11-5-1 ATS in the last 17 meetings including 4-1-1 ATS in Atlanta but 7-19 ATS as road underdogs overall. The Hawks are an amazing 24-4 ATS in their last 28 as home favorites. Yet jut 0-6 ATS against teams with winning records. Take CHARLOTTE!

Miami at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Heat- These two clubs are off to fine starts both SU and ATS as the Heat are 11-5 SU and 12-4 ATS including a home win over Washington Thursday night their second straight loss. The 10-5 Wizards are 9-6 ATS overall and are 4-0 as home underdogs this season and are 11-4-1 ATS after a straight up loss. Miami has dominated the series in Washington going 26-10-2 ATS in their last 38 visits to DC but all that was while the Wizards were in the doldrums. Take the WIZARDS!

North Carolina vs Purdue 4:00 ET

Tar Heels (+) over Boilermakers- North Carolina starts the season with a rookie head coach in Hubert Davis while Purdue starts with 17 year veteran Matt Painter at the helm. Both clubs are 3-0 with the No. 5 Boilermakers averaging 94.7 PPG while scoring over 90 points in all three of their home wins and going 2-1 ATS. The Tar Heels are putting up 90.3 PPG while shooting 52.8% from the field and are 0-3 ATS. This is the third meeting between these schools all on neutral sites with Carolina winning both November games played in 1998 in New York and 1999 in Honolulu. Purdue is 0-4 ATS in their last four games at neutral sites while the Tar Heels are 3-1-1 ATS at neutral sites. Take NORTH CAROLINA!

Chicago at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (-) over Bulls- Chicago is off to a great start (10-5) with coach Billy Donovan leading the way and have gained attention of those in the know around the league. The Bulls are finishing up a five game road trip where they are 2-2 and are playing in Denver where they have lost 13 straight (3-10 ATS) to the Nuggets. Denver had won five straight before losing to Dallas Monday night and then dropped another to the 76ers last night who had lost six in-a-row. Chicago is 2-6 ATS as underdogs and the Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games. Take DENVER!

L.A. Clippers at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Clippers- Los Angeles may have one of the best records in the West but they have don't most of their achievements in the Pacific Time zone and are doing it with a skeleton crew as they have seven players no less injured. New Orleans has won just two games and because of that it makes me wonder why this point spread is so low. One factor may be that the Clippers are 1-3-1 on the road against losing teams and the other is the they are 6-20 ATS in their last 26 games in New Orleans. Take NEW ORLEANS!

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!

San Antonio at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota is coming off a 107-97 home win over Sacramento last night while the struggling Spurs have dropped their last three. San Antonio has been playing without their big man Jakob Poelti (7-1) who is returning after being sidelined seven games because of league safety protocols. The T'wolves are just 3-6 at home and are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games overall and 0-5 ATS after a SU win while the Spurs are 5-2 ATS after a SU loss. Take SAN ANTONIO!