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02-14-19 | Thunder v. Pelicans +5.5 | Top | 122-131 | Win | 100 | 10 h 56 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Thunder- The storyline here should be the amazing run that Russell Westbrook is having with a record 10 consecutive triple-doubles, but instead we have Anthony Davis going into the tank after realizing that he wasn't going to be traded. The flack and push-back about his professionalism has now surfaced as it should after his 3-point effort against Orlando. OKC is 11-5 ATS in New Orleans while the Pelicans are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games against teams with winning records. Note that Westbrook had a quadruple-double last time out with points, assists, rebounds and 'turnovers.' Although the Pelicans have lost eight of 11 they will gather themselves here, it is a matter of personal pride after losing by 30-points last time out. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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02-13-19 | Warriors v. Blazers +3 | 107-129 | Win | 100 | 11 h 11 m | Show | |
Golden State at Portland 10:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- Golden State is on another winning streak with five straight and 16 of 17 while Portland dropped their last two at OKC and Dallas and return to home to host the Warriors. GS is 2-1 over the Blazers this season but are 0-4-1 ATS play the second of back-to-back games and are off of a win last night over Utah. Portland is 23-8 SU and 21-11 ATS at home and are 8-0 ATS when playing with one day's rest. Take TRAILBLAZERS! |
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02-13-19 | Heat +3 v. Mavs | 112-101 | Win | 100 | 9 h 10 m | Show | |
Miami at Dallas 8:35 ET Heat (+) over Mavericks- Miami started their current road trip with w Megabucks win at Portland and since then it has been three straight losses with a 'cover' at Golden State. Even with this cold spell on the road the Heat are 17-11 ATS away from South Beach while Dallas is off a loss at Houston and have cooled off after a 7-0 ATS run they are 1-2 in their last three. This may be the final meetings between a pair of NBA greats that went head-to-head in the 2006 NBA Finals when Dwayne Wade led Miami from a 2-0 series deficit defeating the Dirk Nowitzki and crew. A lot of water under the bridge since then and it's still the Heat here. Take MIAMI! |
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02-13-19 | Bucks v. Pacers +4 | Top | 106-97 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 45 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Bucks- Whoa, hey I think this 'price' makes a very inviting target for the favorite. Milwaukee is moving into the All-Star break with the best record in the East scoring a league second best 117 points per game. But, Giannis Antetokounmpo has had to sit out this past week with knee soreness and upon his return he was less than the 'stellar' player that we are used to watching. Indiana has been better of late and after dropping four straight and has reeled off six straight wins going 5-1 ATS and when you're 'hot' you're hot as they have won 13 of 15 and four straight against the Bucks at home and 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall. Oladipo goes down no problem...take INDIANA! |
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02-12-19 | Celtics +7 v. 76ers | Top | 112-109 | Win | 100 | 9 h 15 m | Show |
Boston at Philadelphia 8:00 ET Celtics (+) over 76ers- The 76ers flexed their muscles against the Lakers on Sunday and they look to be the big and badass team they think they are. The fire-power they have with Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler, Ben Simmons, JJ Riddick and now Tobias Harris can play with anybody, anytime. The question is with a 'new' personality thrown into the mix will all that talent jell playing with just one ball. Boston on the other hand knows somewhat team ball is about and have what it take to defeat a talent club w like the Sixers. Boston is 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings and 7-3 ATS in the last 10 in Philadelphia. The Celtics have dropped two a-in-row at home to both Los Angeles teams with a letdown the second contest against the Clippers after their last second 'come from ahead defeat' to the Lakers. Boston rebounds Full court...take BOSTON! |
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02-11-19 | Blazers +6.5 v. Thunder | 111-120 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 23 m | Show | |
Portland at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook is setting all kinds of NBA offensive records and it has paid off for the Thunder as they are 17-games over .500. Currently on the three-game win streak OKC has won 10 of 11 but have struggled against the Trailblazers. Portland is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings and are 7-0 ATS in their last seven games following an ATS loss. The Thunder have won the two meetings this season and it's time for the Blazers to get into the win column. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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02-11-19 | Wizards +5 v. Pistons | 112-121 | Loss | -109 | 8 h 33 m | Show | |
Washington at Detroit 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Pistons- Trades have changed to face of both these clubs and I don't think it will matter much in the long run as both these squads are a pair of also-rans as far as the NBA playoffs is concerned. The teams have split their first two meetings on the season each holding serve on their home court. Oddly, since the trades both clubs are unbeaten with the Pistons having won their last three while Washington has won their last two. The Wizards are 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings and get it done again tonight. Take the WIZARDS! |
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02-11-19 | Hornets +5.5 v. Pacers | 90-99 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 27 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Indiana 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Pacers- While most other NBA teams were making moves at the trade deadline the Pacers stood pat and then ended with a huge minus when All-star Victor Oladipo went down for the season. Indiana has picked up the slack by winning five straight going 4-1 ATS defeating teams with losing records. Charlotte is off of a win at Atlanta and are now just one-game under the break even mark but have struggled at Indiana going 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings there. This one without Oladipo should play down to the final buzzer. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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02-08-19 | Heat +3.5 v. Kings | Top | 96-102 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 27 m | Show |
Miami at Sacramento 10:00 ET Heat (+) over Kings- Sometimes I just can't figure out what GM's are thinking when they make trade deadline moves. Sacramento who has been so good to 'us' this season is about to make the NBA playoffs for the first time after a 12-year drought. The Kings' GM Vlade Divac sent forwards Justin Jackson and Zach Randolph to Dallas for Harrison Barnes and have lost some valuable minutes of playing time. Miami meanwhile has a healthy Hassan Whiteside back in action and he is off of his 28 point, 12 rebound and four blocked shots performance in their 118-108 win at Portland. The Heat are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 meetings in Sacramento. Take MIAMI! |
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02-08-19 | Nuggets +4.5 v. 76ers | 110-117 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 26 m | Show | |
Denver at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Nuggets (+) over 76ers- Okay so now the 76ers have acquired Tobias Harris in another trade who averages over 20-points per contest along with eight rebounds and 2.7 assists. I am sure of one thing and that is those numbers will drop as the egos of Joel Embiid and Jimmy Butler will pursuit their personal statistics. Denver has lost their first two on this four-game road trip and are 1-6 in their last seven road gams and just 2-7-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Still, there is only one basketball allowed in play at a time and Philly is beginning to struggle with that concept. Take DENVER! |
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02-08-19 | Knicks +9 v. Pistons | 103-120 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 25 m | Show | |
New York at Detroit 7:00 ET Knicks (+) over Pistons- It appears the Knicks will accomplish their goal of having the worst record in the league as they have lost 14 straight and an unbelievable 27 of 29 straight-up. New York has gutted what roster they did have with trades and releases but have acquired the guy that the wanted in the draft two years ago as Dennis Smith Jr. acquired from Dallas. A second year player, he believes that he his an elite player and should be the centerpiece of any offense showed the Knicks by taking 25 shots from the floor in his first New York experience. Although just 6-21 SU on the road New York is 13-13-1 ATS on the road while the Pistons are 11-16-1 ATS at home. With fresh blood on the floor against a stale and lifeless clubs the Knicks get the money. Take NEW YORK! |
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02-07-19 | Spurs +5.5 v. Blazers | Top | 118-127 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 20 m | Show |
San Antonio at Portland 10:30 ET Spurs (+) over Trailblazers- Well the Rodeo Trip for San Antonio has started on a poor note as they are 0-2 after last night's 141-102 beating at Golden State. Coach Gregg Popovich was truly upset by the Spurs performance and is pointing out their lack of effort. In head-to-head action the Spurs are 3-1-1 ATS in their last five meetings and will be all-in here. Look for a strong effort from one of the only NBA franchise left with any class at all. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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02-06-19 | Rockets v. Kings +3.5 | 127-101 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 35 m | Show | |
Houston at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Rockets- James Harden has scored 30 or more points in 27 straight games but it doesn't do much good in the long run if there are no other contributors. Houston is beset with injuries as Chris Paul, Clint Capela and Eric Gordon are sidelined and that wears on a team that is 9-17 ATS on the road. Sacramento who has won three straight and is 19-8 ATS at home look to get a measure of revenge over the Rockets who defeated them 132-112 at home in November. The Kings have missed the playoffs 12 straight years and will break that streak this season. Take SACRAMENTO. |
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02-06-19 | Hornets +5.5 v. Mavs | Top | 93-99 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 13 m | Show |
Charlotte at Dallas 8:30 ET Hornets (+) over Mavericks- The Hornets who are just 7-18 SU and 19-9 at home on the road blew a 20-point lead at home against the LA Clippers last night. Charlotte is now one-game under .500 and were destroyed by the Mavericks 122-84 in the last meeting at home and will look forward to the second meeting in Dallas where they are 4-1 ATS in the last five. I suspect that it will take some time for newly acquired Trey Burke, Tom Hardaway Jr. and Courtney Lee in fit in and of course Porzingis is down until next season. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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02-06-19 | Wizards +12 v. Bucks | 129-148 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 44 m | Show | |
Washington at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Bucks- There should be nothing but one-way action on this matchup! Milwaukee has just completed a 10-day five game road trip with four wins and have had the best record in the East since December 7 and now have the best overall record. Washington on the other hand has lost four of five including and have received the news that John Wall will be gone the rest of this season and all of the next. The oddity here is that the Wizards who are just 6-20 on the road have defeated the Bucks twice in Milwaukee this season. After surrendering 268 points in their last two games the Wiz should 'buck-up.' Take WASHINGTON! |
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02-05-19 | Heat +7 v. Blazers | Top | 118-108 | Win | 100 | 12 h 38 m | Show |
Miami at Portland 10:30 ET heat (+) over Trailblazers- After a slow start Miami finally got to the break-even mark only to drop their last three all at home and are now 3-games under .500 while Portland has won their last three and six of seven as well as eight straight at home. These two met right after Christmas in Miami and the Heat got the best of the Trailblazers 120-111 as a -1.5-favorite but they are 0-4 ATS in their last four in Portland and the Blazers are 5-0-1 ATS in their last six against teams with losing records. 22-7 SU at home and 19-10 ATS. With the addition of Rodney Hood who will see more playing time than both traded players Nik Stauskas and Wade Baldwin will add more quality minutes on the floor. But, it is MIAMI! |
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02-05-19 | Wolves v. Grizzlies +1 | 106-108 | Win | 100 | 9 h 60 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (-) over Timberwolves-- Karl-Anthony Towns has been schooling the opposition of late hitting the game winner against the Grizzlies last Wednesday in their 99-97 (-3) overtime win and on-cover. He followed that up with a 31-point and 12 rebound performance at Denver. The Timberwolves struggle on the road winning just eight of 25 and don't handle adversity well going 0-5 ATS after a straight-up loss. Memphis has had its way against the Wolves and are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take the GRIZZLIES! |
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02-05-19 | Raptors +3 v. 76ers | 119-107 | Win | 100 | 9 h 56 m | Show | |
Toronto at Philadelphia 8:05 ET Raptors (+) over 76ers- These two powerhouses met three times before the holidays with Toronto winning the first two at home before the 76ers broke out with a 126-101 win. It is difficult to gage what recent history between these two actually means as both clubs have mad major overhauls in the last 12 months but, the Raptors are 12-4 ATS in the last 16 meetings. Toronto has a balanced lineup and even with the likes of All-star guard Kyle Lowry and who will most likely be sidelined as they are 8-4 without Lowry and 11-3 when Kawhi Leonard is 'resting.' The Sixers were missing JJ Redick in their loss at Sacramento Saturday and forward Wilson Chandler will be out two weeks. The Raptors are 16-11 straight-up on the road and the 76ers are 21-5 SU at home but just 14-12 ATS. Take TORONTO |
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02-04-19 | Spurs v. Kings +2 | Top | 112-127 | Win | 100 | 10 h 30 m | Show |
San Antonio Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Spurs- San Antonio who has won five straight is embarking on their annual 'rodeo road trip' where they play eight straight road games that span thru the ALL-Star break. Last season it was a six-game trip that saw the Spurs go 2-4. Sacramento has won their last two including an impressive win over the Sixers on Saturday and is a stellar 18-8 ATS at home while San Antonio is just 10-15 straight-up on the road. The Spurs had defeated the Kings 14 consecutive times (11-4-1 ATS) before their streak was broken by Sacramento in November. Kings rule here...take SACRAMENTO! |
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02-04-19 | Rockets v. Suns +8.5 | 118-110 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
Houston at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Rockets- The Suns won't just set in the West they are trying to once agin procure the No. 1 draft pack this season and have lost 10 straight. But, they have some work to do as the Knicks are racing to the finish line with 13 straight losses and just unloaded anything they had worth watching. Houston has won the last eight in the series and with James Harden running the floor there probably be very little defense here tonight. Although Phoenix is just 7-20 SU at home they are 11-16 ATS while the Rockets are 9-16 ATS on the road. The Rockets are just a dog team that will play down to their opposition and are 0-5 ATS in their last five after an ATS win. Take PHOENIX! |
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02-04-19 | Nuggets v. Pistons +4.5 | Top | 103-129 | Win | 100 | 7 h 33 m | Show |
Denver at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Nuggets- Denver has won six in-a-row and is just marching thru the NBA season racking up wins and are tied with Golden State for the best record (37-15) in the West. Detroit after a quick start to the season (13-7) has reverted back to form. The Nuggets back court has taken a hit as guards Jamal Murray and Gary Harris are sidelined as they won 107-106 Saturday night in Minnesota and are 4-1 ATS in their last four road games. Detroit has to regroup after blowing a 25-point lead to the Clippers on Saturday as they were outscored 64-36 in the second half. Look for the Pistons to bounce back with a complete effort tonight. Take DETROIT! |
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02-02-19 | 76ers v. Kings +3.5 | 108-115 | Win | 100 | 11 h 23 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over 76ers- I love playing 'on' both these every chance I get and tonight I have two chances. Philadelphia is off of a huge win at Golden State Thursday and the Kings are off of a 135-122 win over Atlanta and swept the two-game series last year but had lost the previous six meetings ATS. The Sixers are still 9-1 ATS in their last 10 in Sacramento and 19-7 ATS in the last 26 meetings. But, this is a different Kings regime as they are 17-8 ATS at home tis season where as the 76ers are 11-15 ATS on the road. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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02-02-19 | Rockets v. Jazz -7 | Top | 125-98 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 28 m | Show |
Houston at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (-) over Rockets- Last night 'we' posted Denver as 'our' Highest-Rated' Megabucks and they came though easily as the Rockets were grounded. To tell you the true I see the same thing over again tonight. This is the story of teams that have one player control all the action they can be flashy and win here and there at times but never on a champIons team (ie Westbrook, Maravich, the Big O) they just don't win. Add that Houston has had their runs and they are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games over all and 0-3-1 ATS against the Jazz in the last four meetings! Take UTAH! |
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02-02-19 | Lakers v. Warriors -10.5 | 101-115 | Win | 100 | 10 h 47 m | Show | |
LA Lakers at Golden State 8:30 ET Warriors (-) over Lakers- Lebron's back and the Lakers are already 1-0 with an overtime win against the Clippers on Thursday while Golden State was man-handled by the 76ers.With or without Clay Thompson there are so many reasons to be on the Warriors here. They rebound off a loss coming back on a days rest 4-0 ATS and the dominate the Lakers. Golden State is 9-3 ATS when hosting LA and James will get a taste of that tonight. Lay it...take the WARRIORS! |
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02-01-19 | Thunder v. Heat +4.5 | 118-102 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 36 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Miami 8:00 ET Heat (+) over Thunder- It appears Russell Westbrook is tired of James Harden getting the headlines as he has posted four straight triple-doubles and along with Paul George has led Oklahoma City to six straight victories. Miami has struggled of late losing five of their last eight games and are just 11-14 Su and ATS at home. The Thunder who are 15-11 both SU and ATS on the road have won the past five meetings but 7-foot center Steven Adam (ankle) and guard Terrance Fergusson (back) will be missing tonight for OKC and Heat center Hassan Whiteside will take advantage. Take MIAMI! |
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01-31-19 | 76ers +10 v. Warriors | 113-104 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Golden State 11:00 ET 76ers (+) over Warriors- I love both these teams I really do but I am always afraid to get on them as so often they are not playing with a full deck so to speak. Players take days off too often and pout for the slightest reason because of the huge fragile egos. But, one thing is for certain both these clubs have the best talent in the league. This match-up is sort of a mini all-star game without the headlines but with all the headliners. Golden State has won 11 in-a-row and with the insertion of Boogie Cousins they are more powerful than ever as he has already played a strong role. So now Philadelphia shows up with talent led by the 'strength' of Joel Embiid along with Jimmy Walker and then Ben Simmons. Does it matter...the Warriors have won the last 10 meetings although the 76ers are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. This one, well...I want PHILADELPHIA! |
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01-31-19 | Nets v. Spurs -7.5 | 114-117 | Loss | -109 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at San Antonio 8:00 ET Spurs (-) over Nets- In season's past I would always be looking for a 'spot' to play on the Nets and now it seems every time they take the floor they are in a 'spot.' San Antonio is off of a win over the Suns and of course coach Popovich read them the riot act so I expect a concerted effort out of the Spurs tonight. Brooklyn has won seven of eight and are 11-3 in January and truly look like a franchise that has turned the corner (See NY Knicks). The Nets admit that they are dragging and look toward the All-star break. There is a another hurdle they will have to overcome as Brooklyn has lost 15 straight in San Antonio and are 7-25 1 ATS in the last 33 meetings and that's not going to change tonight. Take the SPURS! |
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01-31-19 | Bucks +3 v. Raptors | Top | 105-92 | Win | 100 | 9 h 33 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Toronto 8:05 ET Bucks (+) over Raptors- The 'line' says it all to me. I just look at Toronto leading the East in wins, at home where they are 21-4 straight-up, with Kawhi Leonard healthy it doesn't matter to me who the opposition is I feel the Raptors should always be a 5-point favorite at home (excepting the Warriors). But, ya know what they are playing the Bucks who actually lead the East by a half-game who have won 2-of-3 meetings this season including an early December win in Toronto. They are also 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings in Toronto. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-30-19 | Jazz +2 v. Blazers | Top | 105-132 | Loss | -115 | 12 h 45 m | Show |
Utah at Portland 10:30 ET Jazz (+) over Trailblazers- The Jazz have started to put it together winning their last three and nine of their last 10 and they have the Trailblazers in their sights. Utah has won the last three meetings and are 14-12 SU on the road. Portland is one of the stronger teams when playing at home going 21-7 Su and a very profitable 18-10 ATS. The Blazers have won five of their last six and have won seven straight at home but their great backcourt is troubled as Damian Lillard was sidelined Saturday and will be missed. Take UTAH! |
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01-29-19 | Thunder v. Magic +5.5 | 126-117 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 19 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Thunder- A pair of streaking clubs meet in Orlando where the Thunder enter on a five-game positive run while the Magic have dropped their last three. OKC is off a huge home win over the NBA's best on Sunday defeating Milwaukee 118-112 while the Magic have been competitive in their losses falling by 4,4 and 5 going 2-1 ATS. You know there are a number of oddities that occur between teams that meet time and again. One of them is that Orlando seems to have OKC's number. They split the series last year each protecting home court but the Magic are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings and add that they are 4-0-1 ATS in the last five games against teams with winning records. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-29-19 | Wizards v. Cavs +8.5 | 113-116 | Win | 100 | 7 h 14 m | Show | |
Washington at Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Wizards- Washington may have 11 more wins than the Cavaliers but they are dead even in the most important category the ATS record where the Wizards are 22-27 while Cleveland is 22-27-2 ATS. Washington is such a dog team and they have shown they selfs to play 'down' to their competition as they are 1-6 ATS when playing teams with a winning percentage under 40% and the Cavs qualify. The wiz are 6-19 straight-up on the road and the points will be worth taking here. Take CLEVELAND! |
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01-29-19 | Bucks v. Pistons +8 | Top | 115-105 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 23 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee just had a six-game winning streak stopped at OKC 118-112 as a 1.5-point favorite and they haven't lost back-tp-back games this season. The last time the Bucks were in Detroit they won 107-104 as 'the 'Greek Freak' was 15 of 21 from the field with 32 points and 12 rebounds. That brings the series record to 3-0 (2-0-1 ATS) this season against the Pistons. Detroit who is still an Eastern Conference playoff hopeful has dropped three of their last four but is 3-1-1 ATS in the last five meetings in Detroit. The Pistons have had their ebb and flow and is looking get one over the Bucks. Take DETROIT! |
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01-28-19 | Nuggets v. Grizzlies +6.5 | Top | 95-92 | Win | 100 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
Denver at Memphis 8:05 ET Grizzlies (+) over Nuggets- After a fast start Memphis has returned to reality losing 21 of 25 and eight in-a-row before Saturday's 106-103 win over Indiana which may be bad news as they are 0-6 ATS after a straight-up win. Denver who is 22-6 SU at home have struggled a bit on the road where they are just 9-13 ATS and have already lost 89-87 at Memphis in early November as they have split the two meetings this season. The Nuggets are off of a pair of blow-out wins against Phoenix and Philadelphia scoring 70 points in the first half of both contests. Tonight, not so much. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-27-19 | Heat v. Knicks +5 | 106-97 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
Miami at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Heat- Just how long with this Knicks odyssey continue as they are currently on an eight-game slide and have won just four of 20 games at the 'Garden' including their last 10 in-a-row. Miami who is ready to embark on a huge road trip and has dropped each of their last two games as visitors against the Knicks. New York's center Enes Kanter hasn't played since refusing to play in London because of death threats should see action tonight. Take NEW YORK! |
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01-27-19 | Raptors v. Mavs +5 | 123-120 | Win | 100 | 8 h 27 m | Show | |
Toronto at Dallas 7:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Raptors- Toronto has dropped their last two games playing stateside at Indiana and Houston and are now 1-7 ATS after a straight-up loss. As a matter of fact the Raptors have not actually thrived on the road where they are just 15-11 straight-up and 11-15 ATS while Dallas has been strong at home going 18-6 straight-up. Kawhi Leonard in back for Toronto but that is balanced with the return to the Mavericks by Dennis Smith Jr. Not a good spot for the Raptors...take DALLAS! |
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01-27-19 | Wizards +4.5 v. Spurs | Top | 119-132 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 28 m | Show |
Washington at San Antonio 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Spurs- This seems like a very 'short' number for this matchup as Washington has struggled mightily on the road winning just six of 24 games straight up and losers of 18 straight in San Antonio with their last win coming in December of 1999. The Wizards are actually playing better of late without John Wall winning eight of their last 12 but are an atrocious 8-21 ATS in the last 29 meetings. But, this is not the same Spurs club by a large margin. This 'price' is suspect. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-26-19 | Hawks +10.5 v. Blazers | 111-120 | Win | 100 | 11 h 27 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Portland 10:00 ET Hawks (+) over Trailblazers- Atlanta has been and is considered one of the bottom feeders starting the season and nothing has really changed. Although the Hawks started 6-23 they have soared to 9-9 in their last 18 contests and are a respectable 14-12 ATS on the road. These two split their two meetings last season with the home team getting the money. In what should be a high scoring contest take the points. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-26-19 | 76ers v. Nuggets -9 | 110-126 | Win | 100 | 10 h 28 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over 76ers- In the NBA player shuffle that seems to happen all too often nightly might see some differences in the line-up here. Philadelphia will most likely be without their super stars Joel Embiid and Jimmy Butler. Embiid is having back issues while Butler has flown to LA to have his wrist examined by a specialist. Although the 76ers have dominated the Nuggets in Denver going 11-1 ATS in the last 12 meetings in the Mile High City and are 12-3-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings they will be without their top two stars and it ends for them tonight. Take DENVER! |
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01-26-19 | Warriors v. Celtics +3.5 | Top | 115-111 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 59 m | Show |
Golden State at Boston 8:30 ET Celtics (+) over Warriors- Two of the hottest teams in the NBA if not the two best go at it in Boston where the Celtics will host Golden State. The Warriors have won nine straight and now have the addition of DeMarcus Cousins to add to their already powerful lineup. Boston has won five straight of their own entering this contest and will have a pair of veterans returning for this contest as Al Horford and Kyrie Irving are back in the lineup tonight. Boston always seems to be ready for the Warriors are they are 6-1-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take BOSTON! |
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01-25-19 | Pistons +5 v. Mavs | 101-106 | Push | 0 | 8 h 59 m | Show | |
Detroit at Dallas 8:30 ET Pistons (+) over Mavericks- The Mavericks have another NBA case of 'I'm for me' as Dennis Smith Jr. had missed six games because of a bruised ego pertaining to his roll as his playing time decreased. Smith's jealousy over newcomer Luka Doncic's playing time and results as Dallas jumped up in the standings this season. Detroit has lost 19 of their last 27 but are off of a 98-94 road win at New Orleans as they are 12-11 ATS away from home. Although, Detroit has shown little improvement under Coach of the Year Casey they are 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings and get the cash here. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-25-19 | Raptors v. Rockets +3.5 | Top | 119-121 | Win | 100 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
Toronto at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Raptors- Through the years in sports one man has never been able to beat a team of five players. Okay, James Harden is a scoring machine but that doesn't always equate to winning as his stats never lie but they can be very deceiving. Houston, has had key injuries that may have forced Harden to dominate the ball even more as none of his teammates have had an assist in any of his last 71 buckets. Toronto leads the East and defeated the Rockets in Houston in their last two visits but were 3-18 straight-up prior to those wins. The Raptors are just 11-14 ATS on the road while Houston is 15-9 ATS as hosts. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-25-19 | Wizards +4 v. Magic | 95-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 33 m | Show | |
Washington at Charlotte 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Hornets- Washington has won four of their last six with their two defeats coming by Toronto and Golden State 126-118 last night. Orlando who held on as long as the could are 3-8 in their last 11 contests and are dropping fast in the standings. These two have split their two meetings this season with each winning and holding serve at home. This time around the visitor gets the cash. Take the WIZARDS! |
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01-22-19 | Kings +11 v. Raptors | Top | 105-120 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 14 m | Show |
Sacramento at Toronto 7:05 ET Kings (+) over Raptors- Toronto has the best record in basketball and are 20-4 straight-up at home although just 21-27 ATS on the season. Sacramento who is above the breakwater mark is 27-20 ATS on the year and are 6-3 ATS in their last nine overall while the Raptors are just 1-6 in their last seven following an ATS win. After disappointing yesterday I expect the young Kings to rebound with a great effort here. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-21-19 | Kings +3.5 v. Nets | Top | 94-123 | Loss | -105 | 3 h 56 m | Show |
Sacramento at Brooklyn 3:30 ET Kings (+) over Nets- The two most surprising clubs in the NBA this season go at it in Brooklyn where the 24-22 nets will host the 24-23 Sacramento Kings. These two are virtual mirror images of themselves as the Kings are 11-11 ATS on the road while the Nets are 12-11 ATS at home. Brooklyn is 16-5 straight up in their last 21 games while Sacramento is 4-1 ATS in their last five and 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall. This is one that may well come down to the final buzzer with the Kings getting the money. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-19-19 | Thunder +2 v. 76ers | Top | 117-115 | Win | 100 | 5 h 26 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Philadelphia 3:30 ET Thunder (+) over 76ers- It seems a bit odd that Philadelphia who is at home and have won three straight games and the last two by a total of 66 points should be such a meager favorite here. Oklahoma City has dropped their last two and have surrendered an average 130 points in their last six contests but have had the Sixers 'number' winning the last 18 meetings. Go for 19 today. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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01-18-19 | Warriors v. Clippers +7.5 | 112-94 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 29 m | Show | |
Golden State at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (+) over Warriors- Tonight's the night, the night many have been waiting for as DeMarcus Cousins make his debut with the Golden State Warriors. That's just what the rest of the league needs is the Warriors who have won six straight and 8-of-9 to have another All-star in the line-up. This may end up being a negative situation with Cousin's return as the Warriors already have issues with the fragile ego of Kevin Durant and the idea that they still play with just one basketball. The Clippers have already defeated Golden State 121-116 at LA back in November as they are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Once again...Take the CLIPPERS! |
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01-18-19 | Nets v. Magic +1 | 117-115 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 13 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Nets- 'Break-up' the Nets...Brooklyn have won six of their last eight games and 15 of 20 to pull even on the season at 23-23. The Nets haven't been at .500 this late in the season in five years (2014). Orlando had posted a pair of huge home wins over Houston and Boston before losing in overtime to Detroit Wednesday and are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games. Although Brooklyn is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings the Magic have won 16 of their last 21 home games against the Nets. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-18-19 | Heat +2.5 v. Pistons | 93-98 | Loss | -107 | 7 h 4 m | Show | |
Miami at Detroit 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Pistons- Tuesday night 'we' were 1-2 in NFL action with my lone winner coming against the Heat as they were blown out at Milwaukee 124-86. Detroit is off of just their third win in 10 games as they defeated Orlando 120-115 in overtime Wednesday and are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 and have lost 17 of their last 22. Miami has played well on the road going 12-7 ATS while the Pistons are 9-13 ATS as hosts including a 120-115 win at Detroit in November. Add that Miami is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings give 'us' the Heat...Take MIAMI! |
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01-17-19 | Kings +3 v. Hornets | Top | 95-114 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 51 m | Show |
Sacramento at Charlotte 7:05 ET Kings (+) over Hornets- Charlotte returns home after a six-game road trip going 2-4 SU while the Kings start their season long six-game road trip tonight. Sacramento has won three straight at home including a 104-97 win over the Hornets last Saturday and are 5-2 ATS in their last seven trips to Charlotte. The Hornets who are off of a huge win at San Antonio are 0-5 ATS following an ATS win and 0-4 ATS after a straight-up win. Take the KINGS! |
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01-16-19 | Jazz +1.5 v. Clippers | 129-109 | Win | 100 | 11 h 42 m | Show | |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 10:35 ET Jazz (+) over Clippers- After a fast start where at one time the L.A. Clippers had the best record in the West but have been on a steady decline since with one good spurt in between. Currently they have lost their last three with two defeating coming at home against New Orleans and Detroit. If James Harden wasn't around Donovan Mitchell who be the leading story in the league as he is on a tear of his own averaging 30 points in his last six contests. Utah has won the last three meetings after having lost 19 of 21 meetings. The Jazz are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to Los Angeles. Take UTAH! |
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01-16-19 | Pelicans +7 v. Warriors | 140-147 | Push | 0 | 10 h 27 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Golden State 10:35 ET Pelicans (+) over Warriors- Golden State sent a message to the Nuggets and the rest of the NBA in Denver last night scoring 51 points in the first quarter taking over the top spot in the West with their 142-111 victory. Tonight the Warriors host New Orleans who brings Anthony Davis will have the help of Jrue Holiday has returned and has scored 20 points or more in 10 straight games along with newcomer Julius Randle who had 27 points last time out. I expect the Warriors to sleep-walk through this game off of last night's blowout win as they are 0-4 ATS playing in the second of back-to-back games. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-16-19 | Nets +5 v. Rockets | 145-142 | Win | 100 | 8 h 16 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Houston 8:05 ET Nets (+) over Rockets- Hey how about that 'one-man gang' that is leading the limping Rockets who have a pair of starters missing due to injuries. With Chris Paul, Clint Capela and Eric Gordon sidelined Houston is playing short-handed, but as long as they can put five players on the floor and one of them is James Harden they have a shot. Last time out Harden had 36 points by the half and ended up with 57 points as he handles the ball more than ever. Brooklyn who is much improved have had a pair of other opportunities to reach the .500 mark and came up short each time. The Rockets have won the last five in the series but the Nets are 4-0 ATS in their last four meetings in Houston and are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-15-19 | Warriors v. Nuggets +2 | Top | 142-111 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 12 m | Show |
Golden State at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Warriors- The Denver Nuggets have the best record in the West a half-game better than the Warriors and yet the odds maker is having difficulty showing them respect. Golden State opened the favorite tonight in Denver and the hosts have taken exception to that. The Nuggets are 18-3 straight-up at home and the Warriors are just 8-12 ATS on the road. Denver is 4-0 ATS at home in their last four against teams with winning records and add that Golden State is 0-3-1 ATS in the last four meetings. Take DENVER! |
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01-15-19 | Heat v. Bucks -8.5 | 86-124 | Win | 100 | 9 h 3 m | Show | |
Miami at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (-) over Heat- A little over three weeks ago Milwaukee went to South Beach and 'we' had the Heat (+2) a 94-87 'outright' winner and in that game Giannis Antetokounmpo was held to is season low nine points. The Bucks are second in the West and are 18-4 SU at home and have won three of their last four with the only loss coming at Washington a game the 'Greek Freak' sat out because of soreness. I am so confident that the Bucks are going to gore Miami to put their lowest team scoring (87) game of the season behind them. The Heat are off wins over Boston and Memphis and at 21-20 are amazingly inconsistent, they go down heavy tonight. To tell you the truth I have written this winner up before the line even came out. I read 'lines' better then most but I don't need one here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-15-19 | Wolves +6.5 v. 76ers | 107-149 | Loss | -106 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Philadelphia 7:05ET Timberwolves (+) over 76ers- This one could get ugly as Jimmy Butler returns toMinnesota for the first time since he demanded a trade and was very critical of Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins. Minnesota will have three of their own that are facing former teammates that were involved in that trade. Butler forced it and is now now happy with Philadelphia although they are 20-10 with hime scoring 18.7 points a game. (Personally, I would play through Embiid first) The T'wolves struggled initially after the trade going 4-9 but have been 17-13 in their last 30 with rapid growth apparent. The Sixers have dominated the series 4-0 ATS last four as hosts and 7-1 ATS in last eight meetings overall...but there are different dynamics at pay tonight. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-14-19 | Blazers +3 v. Kings | 107-115 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 47 m | Show | |
Portland at Sacramento 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Kings- The youthful Kings come to play every night and it has paid off big time for their supporters as they are 25-18 ATS on the season including a profit making 15-8 ATS at home. Portland lost at Denver last night ending a four-game win streak while Sacramento has won three straight at home. The Trailblazers have won four straight meetings going 3-0-1 ATS and are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Sacramento while the Kings are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games.This a veteran Portland team that will subjugate the Kings here. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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01-14-19 | Grizzlies +6.5 v. Rockets | 94-112 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 46 m | Show | |
Memphis at Houston 8:05 ET Grizzlies (+) over Rockets- When is rains in pours 'sez' Morton's salt and The Rockets James Harden was raining 3-point attempts at Orlando Sunday and fortunately for 'us' he made just one of 17 attempts as 'our' Money Game Orlando won outright. Great shooters like home run hitter in baseball can be very streaky and after leading Houston to 13 wins in 16 games against quality opponents the Rockets may have hit a lull. Memphis is 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings and Houston is 4-0 ATS following a loss and are 6-0-1 on their last seven home games against teams with losing record. All this trends are fine The Grizzlies started fast and were in first place on Thanksgiving but are just 7-18 straight-up since. Losing forward Kyle Anderson doesn't help but Memphis will 'cover' somehow. Take the GRIZZLIES! |
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01-14-19 | Celtics v. Nets +3 | 102-109 | Win | 100 | 7 h 18 m | Show | |
Boston at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Celtics- Here we go with another NBA teams that has a disgruntled 'super star' as Kyrie Irving is not happy. It appears that he is just another 'I'm for me' player...remember he sacrificed championship chances leaving Cleveland because he would never-ever be considered in the same vein as LeBron James. After winning four straight at home the Celtics have lost back-to-back road games and finish their mini-trip tonight in Brooklyn a club they have beaten 10 straight times including a 116-95 home win last Monday. Although Boston has won five straight in Brooklyn but are just 1-5 ATS in their last six road games and are just 8-14 ATS on the road while the Nets 13-5 over their last 18 games overall. Boston in turmoil while the Nets are on the rise. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-13-19 | Blazers +4.5 v. Nuggets | Top | 113-116 | Win | 100 | 8 h 15 m | Show |
Portland at Denver 8:05 ET Trailblazers (+) over Nuggets- The streaky Trailblazers are at it again and have reeled off four straight wins while Denver off of a loss at Phoenix last night and still have the best record in the West. The Nuggets have won 11 of their last 15 and 11 straight at home and have beaten Portland four straight times including a 113-112 win at Denver on Nov. 30. What gives me the Blazers is that the last time these two met here before the Nuggets emerged with the best record in the West they were a heavier favorite. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-13-19 | Warriors v. Mavs +6.5 | 119-114 | Win | 100 | 7 h 11 m | Show | |
Golden State at Dallas 7:00 ET Mavericks (+0 over Warriors- Golden State still is the NBA team with the most talent and is winning at a 2-1 67% rate but there is obviously something missing. Most likely it is their motivation which will intensify when the playoffs arrive. Dallas has been a huge money maker for 'us' all this season going 16-4 straight-up at home. Golden State is just 8-11 ATS on the road and have had a habit for defeating the Mavericks taking 11 of 12 in this series but that was all before Luka Doncic arrived. Take DALLAS! |
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01-13-19 | Rockets v. Magic +6.5 | 109-116 | Win | 100 | 6 h 6 m | Show | |
Houston at Orlando 6:00 ET Magic (+) over Rockets- Orlando did the job for 'us' Saturday taking down Boston 'outright' and now they host the red-hot Rockets who are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 games overall. James Harden [posted another triple-double Friday against the Cavaliers with 43 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds in just 29 minutes. Chris Paul has missed the past 10 games and Eric Gordon has missed the last six for Houston who is 10-2 straight=up in the last 12 meetings but a only 5-12 ATS in the last 17 meetings. Magic pulling tricks to win here...take ORLANDO! |
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01-12-19 | Spurs +5.5 v. Thunder | 112-122 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 1 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Spurs (+) over Thunder- These two are off an epic match-up Thursday as the Spurs posted a double-overtime 156-147 victory over the Thunder as LaMarcus Aldridge scored a career high 56 points. That was OKC's third straight loss on a game Russell Westbrook had impressive numbers of his own scoring 24 points with 24 assists and 13 rebounds in the losing cause something accomplished only by two others in Oscar Robertson and Magic Johnson. The Spurs after a slow start have turned their season around winning six of their last seven and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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01-12-19 | Celtics v. Magic +7.5 | 103-105 | Win | 100 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
Boston at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Celtics- Orlando returns home after a 1-5 road trip that ended with four straight losses going 0-4 ATS while Boston is looking to bounce back from a 115-99 loss at Miami on Thursday. Although Boston is 7-2 SU and 6-3 ATS in the last nine meetings Orlando won 93-90 in Boston in late October. The Magic have 17 wins at the halfway point which is five more than they had at this point last season. Look for the Magic to come up big after their six-game road trip. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-12-19 | Grizzlies +5 v. Heat | Top | 108-112 | Win | 100 | 6 h 0 m | Show |
Memphis at Miami 5:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Heat- At the season's halfway point the Heat are even 20-20 while Memphis who won only 22 games last season are 19-22 after breaking a six-game losing streak with a win over San Antonio last time out. Miami has been impressive of late defeating Boston. Milwaukee and Houston and have a win over the Grizzlies at Memphis in mid-December. The Heat are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and the Griz are just 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games. Still, look for the Grizzlies to get the cash. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-11-19 | Hornets +6 v. Blazers | 96-127 | Loss | -104 | 11 h 44 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Portland 10:00 ET Hornets (+) over Trailblazers- Portland has dominated the Hornets at home wining the last 10 as hots going 9-1 ATS. The Blazers come into this fray winners of their last three while the Hornets have lost three of their last four. Portland will find Charlotte a little tougher then they have had it at last two playing the Knicks and Bulls. The Hornets although just 5-13 SU on the road are just 8-10 ATS they will be ready tonight. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-11-19 | Pacers v. Knicks +8.5 | 121-106 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 9 m | Show | |
Indiana at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Pacers- New York who has lost 15 of their last 17 have just 10 wins on the season just two more than Cleveland and the same number of wins as Phoenix. First-year Knicks head coach David Fizdale has to the 'fizz' to the New York offense and stated the obvious 'We have a lot of work to do.' No kidding! The Knicks have now lost their last six and return home where they have lost their last six games home games going just 4-12 SU as hosts. Indiana has won 12 of the last 13 meetings but are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings in New York. Take the KNICKS! |
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01-11-19 | Bucks v. Wizards +6 | Top | 106-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 53 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Washington 7:05 ET Wizards (+) over Bucks- I just love these Milwaukee Bucks as they not only win for 'us' in clutch situations but they generally don't lose at all entering the night with the least amount of NBA losses this season win a winning percentage of 72.5 the highest in the league. Washington on the other hand is such a hoax and mixed of fractured egos that don't know how to play to win. They win quit at the earliest chance and for the most part don't play with any heart...unless they are an underdog at home. On the road they are a miserable 5-18 while when playing at home they are 12-7 SU at home. Now, they are getting points against a team off of a huge road win (yes, they are hot and playing great team basketball) while the Wizards have one of those addition by subtract deals...with John Wall sidelined more people get to see the ball and that gives them a chance. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-10-19 | Pistons +5.5 v. Kings | 102-112 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 47 m | Show | |
Detroit at Sacramento 10:00 ET Pistons (+) over Kings- I just 'love' this Sacramento club with their youth and aggressiveness while Detroit is another matter altogether. The Pistons won 13 of their first 20 games but have fallen like a stone going 4-15 since that quick start including losses in six of their last seven. NBA Coach of the Year Dwane Casey read the riot act to his club after their loss Monday at home to San Antonio and it did no good as they went out and were taken down by the 'LeBron-less' Lakers.Although the Pistons are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games overall they are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 trips to Sacramento. Take DETROIT! |
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01-10-19 | Clippers +6 v. Nuggets | 100-121 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 39 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Denver 9:00 ET Clippers (+) over Nuggets- At this point it is a bit of a surprise that Denver has the best record in the West having won six of their last seven. Los Angeles has been a surprise themselves as they are actually better this season without Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan. The Clippers have won their last three and are 7-3 in their last 10 and are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games. The teams split two games in LA already with the Clippers winning the last meeting 132-111 just before Christmas. Denver is 16-3 SU and 13-6 at home while LA has won four straight on the road. This time take the points...take the CLIPPERS! |
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01-10-19 | Celtics v. Heat +3 | Top | 99-115 | Win | 100 | 7 h 33 m | Show |
Boston at Miami 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Celtics- Boston was expected to be the front runner in the East but have not played at that level as of yet. Now, they are on a 4-game winning streak and are 10-games over the breakwater mark for the first time this season. Miami has dropped their last two after having won eight of ten and are 4-1 ATS against the Celtics in the last five meetings. The Celtics had scored 135 points and shot 57% in last night's win over Indiana and had 32 assists all season highs. After a game like that I expect there to be some drop-off in production for Boston. The Heat won 2-of-3 meetings last year and get the money again. Take MIAMI! |
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01-09-19 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +3 | 86-96 | Win | 100 | 6 h 25 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- These two are like 'ships passing in the night' headed in opposite directions as San Antonio has won five straight and 13 of their last 16 while Memphis has lost six straight and 13 of their last 16. Which obviously means the Spurs have pick up 10 full games on the Grizzlies the last four weeks. These two have split two meetings this season each winning at home while the Spurs are 5-2-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. I expect a concerted effort out of the Grizzlies tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-09-19 | Bucks -115 v. Rockets | Top | 116-109 | Win | 100 | 6 h 19 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Houston 8:00 ET Bucks over Rockets- Now, let me review what I see here. Houston has won 12 of their last 14 and are off of Monday's win over Denver the top team in the West and they return home to host Milwaukee having won and 'covered' 7-of-8. Milwaukee is on a roll of their own as they have won 10 of 12. The Rockets are 14-5 SU at home and an impressive 12-6-1 ATS after starting 0-4 ATS as hosts. Although the Bucks have the least amount of losses in the NBA there is no way they are supposed to come up favorites on the road here. If Shakespeare were a handicapper he would once again say 'something is rotten in Denmark.' The Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo said he wants to win games while James Harden says he wants to win MVP's...Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-09-19 | 76ers v. Wizards +4 | 106-123 | Win | 100 | 6 h 32 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over 76ers- Boy, do I ever hate playing against Philadelphia as we all know just how power packed their line-up is. These two played last night in Philly where the 76ers won by 25-points 123-98. Washington has lost six of the last nine meetings after having won 10 of the previous 11 but are 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings. But, the Wizards are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Washington and have a small measure of revenge on the second of back-to-backs. Take the WIZARDS! |
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01-08-19 | Hornets +6.5 v. Clippers | 109-128 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 4 m | Show | |
Charlotte at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Hornets (+) over Clippers- The Los Angeles Clippers started the season in dominate fashion and then came back to the pack. But, it looks like they have regained their footing having won their last two and six of their last nine. Charlotte in the meantime is fighting to get to the breakwater mark currently one-game under as they started their longest road trip sleepwalking for six quarters losing at Denver before recovering in the second half at Phoenix. The Clippers have all the trends for support as they have won seven of the last eight in the series and are 6-2 ATS in the last eight in LA. The Hornets have been playing tough behind Kemba Walker and his penetration will difficult to handle for LA and it will be the 'points' difference. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-06-19 | Hornets v. Suns +2 | 119-113 | Loss | -109 | 8 h 41 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Phoenix 8:00 ET Suns (+) over Hornets- The Suns have lost their last five and are currently are one-game better than Cleveland with only nine wins in 40 games. Charlotte has dropped their last two and have been atrocious on the road going 4-12 straight-up and are 0-4 ATS in their last four, while Phoenix has lost their first five of a seven game home stand and finish Tuesday against Sacramento. Charlotte has always had trouble in the desert where they are 1-5 ATS at Phoenix and 3-9 ATS in the last 12 meetings. Take the SUNS! |
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01-06-19 | Pacers +1 v. Raptors | Top | 105-121 | Loss | -108 | 7 h 14 m | Show |
Indiana at Toronto 7:30 ET Pacers (+) over Raptors- This game has a 'funny' smell to it as the Raptors the team with the most wins in the league and off of a win at Milwaukee are barely a 1-point favorite at home. Indiana has been one of the hotter team's in the NBA having won six straight and haven't lost since December 19. Toronto is 15-4 SU at as hosts and yet they get co cred here as they have won the last four meetings an 10 in-a-row at home over the Pacers. Add that Indiana is 12-26 ATS in their last 38 visits to Toronto make this even more suspicious. Take INDIANA! |
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01-06-19 | Nets v. Bulls +2.5 | 117-100 | Loss | -105 | 3 h 19 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Chicago 3:30 ET Bulls (+) over Nets- Brooklyn has surprised a NBA of NBA experts as the creep up on the breakeven mark having won both games played in the New Year to date and have won 11 of their last 14 while the Bulls continue to struggle having lost their last three. The Nets have won four straight meetings but Chicago is 4-0 ATS on Sundays and 5-0 ATS when playing with one days rest. Although the Bulls are just 5-15 straight-up at home they are 10-10 ATS and are poised to win here. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-05-19 | Rockets v. Blazers +1 | 101-110 | Win | 100 | 11 h 50 m | Show | |
Houston at Portland 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Rockets- We can all see how hot and ready the Rockets are with James Harden in the groove. Houston has won six straight and 11 of 12 and have won eight of the last 10 meetings. Portland is 14-7 straight-up at home while the Rockets are just 8-1 ATS on the road. I believe there has to be a bit of a lull for Houston after their spectacular overtime 135-134 win at Golden State on Thursday and I expect the Trailblazers to get a win against the Rockets in their third try this season. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-05-19 | Mavs +7 v. 76ers | 100-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show | |
Dallas at Philadelphia 7:30 ET Mavericks (+) over 76ers- Okay so what's to deal with Jimmy Butler? Does he not understand that the game of basketball is comprised of five players on the floor at one time and he's out there along he will have no one to inbound the ball to 'him.' Butler is a little shook-up because night after night he can see that teammate Joel Embidd is a better player with a bigger impact on the game. Butler blew off practice Friday as the 76ers are having internal issues and will struggle on the floor tonight. Take PHILADELPHIA. |
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01-05-19 | Jazz v. Pistons +2.5 | Top | 110-105 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 18 m | Show |
Utah at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Jazz- This matchup of sub .500 clubs who have had disappointing season's to date. Detroit is off of a win over Memphis as they had lost 12 of 15 while the Jazz took care of business last night in Cleveland 117-91. That doesn't bode well for Utah as they are 0-5 ATS following a win of more than 10 points and the Pistons are 4-0 ATS in their last four games playing on two days rest. Although Utah has dominated this series winning the last four and are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 meetings in Detroit but, that was a different era. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-04-19 | Clippers v. Suns +4.5 | Top | 121-111 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 21 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Clippers- After a start that saw L.A. Leading the NBA West with their 15-6 start but have gone 6-10 since. The lack of defense has been the Clippers Achilles heel as is evidenced by the 76 points that they allowed 76 first half points to Philadelphia last time out. The Clippers have defeated Phoenix 10 straight times including twice this season once at Phoenix already 123-119 in overtime a game in which Suns leading scorer Devin Booker who was injured. Booker is averaging 29.3 points in his last 10 games and the Suns are 4-6 but have lost their last four. L.A. Is also 4-6 in their last 10 contests and are 9-10 on the road while the Suns are 9-11 ATS as hosts. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-04-19 | Mavs +5 v. Celtics | 93-114 | Loss | -101 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Dallas at Boston 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Celtics- Even at 18-19 the Mavericks may be the biggest surprise in the NBA as they are 23-14 ATS overall this season (NBA's best). Boston who has been a little disappointing so far got a great shot in the arm with the return to form of Gorgon Hayward last time out going 14-of-18 from the field against Minnesota. The return of veteran Dirk Notwitki who missed the first two months has Dallas at 3-2 wince his return to action including just their third outright win on the road with one of their other wins coming at Boston 113-104 in late November. With the influx of young talent the Mavs are so much more competitive. Take DALLAS! |
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01-04-19 | Magic +4.5 v. Wolves | 103-120 | Loss | -102 | 8 h 4 m | Show | |
Orlando at Minnesota 8:00 ET Magic (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota has lost three of their last five but no one can blame Karl-Anthony Towns who averaged 28.2 points, 17.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 3.0 blocks. Orlando is off what might be their worst home loss 112-84 to Chicago on Wednesday and after losing to the Bulls (and with that score) I expect the Magic to pull off some tricks and get the money here. Orlando is 16-5 ATS against the T'wolves in the last 21 and 10-1 ATS at Minnesota. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-03-19 | Raptors +3 v. Spurs | Top | 107-125 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 16 m | Show |
Toronto at San Antonio 8:00 ET Raptors (+) over Raptors- A reunion of sorts tonight in San Antonio where Kawhi Leonard returns to play against his former teammates after seven years as a Spur and DeMar DeRozan faces his former team and he should be ready to oppose the team that 'dumped' him in the trade for Leonard. San Antonio is playing their best ball of the season and have won 10 of their last 13 after adjusting to seven 'new' teammates. The Spurs are off an emotional come-from-behind win over Boston and have dominated Toronto at home winning nine straight and yet they are less than a bucket favorite. Take the RAPTORS! |
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01-02-19 | 76ers v. Suns +5 | 132-127 | Push | 0 | 9 h 14 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over 76ers- Oddly enough the Suns who have lost three straight and five of their last six straight-up are 5-1 ATS in that span. This shows at least one thing and that is that Phoenix has been competitive and give a solid effort almost every night. Philadelphia is playing their fifth and final game on this current road trip and are 2-2 after a 119-113 win over the Clippers last night. The Suns have a better home ATS record 9-10 ATS than the 76ers on the road 7-12 ATS. Phoenix is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings overall and they are 4-1 ATS after a SU loss. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-02-19 | Heat v. Cavs +5.5 | 117-92 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 8 m | Show | |
Miami at Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Heat- This could be billed as the 'Aftermath Bowl' (keeping with the season) as the last two teams that LeBron deserted will go at it in Cleveland. Miami did fare better and has fared well compared to the Cavaliers after James left the clubs. The Heat are 17-18 and have been dealing with numerous injuries the entire season and it is a testament to Eric Spoelstra's ability to hold these guys together. These two met in South Beach last Friday and Miami destroyed the Cavs 118-94 and now it is Cleveland's turn to apply the pressure. The Heat lost their two games in Cleveland last year and are 2-5 ATS in their last seven visits to the capital of Rock n' Roll. Look for the Cavs to bounce back and break a six game losing streak. Take CLEVELAND! |
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01-02-19 | Mavs +1.5 v. Hornets | 122-84 | Win | 100 | 7 h 58 m | Show | |
Dallas at Charlotte 7:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Hornets- After doing some research on this contest I noticed that tonight's line (-2.5) in the lowest number Charlotte have been favored at home against the Mavericks. This is the first meeting of the season between these two but Dallas is not only 4-0 ATS after a straight-up loss they are 4-0 ATS as well in the last four games in Charlotte. The road team has won five of the last six meetings overall and with the Mavs at just 2-16 SU on the road the odds-makers are telling 'us' Dallas has a decent change to win here. In their 122-102 loss last time out to OKC they committed a season high 29 turnovers. Look for them to protect the ball better tonight. Take DALLAS! |
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01-01-19 | Jazz +3.5 v. Raptors | Top | 116-122 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
Utah at Toronto 7:35 ET Jazz (+) over Raptors- Something is amiss here. Toronto who started the season 20-4 and still have the best record in the East but are just 7-7 SU in their a last 14 overall. Utah has struggled to date and is just 18-19 SU on the year and are just 1-10 ATS in the last 11 meetings including 1-4 ATS in their last five at Toronto. Part of the current issue for the Raptors is the absence of point guard Kyle Lowry who will miss this contest his eight in his last nine. Toronto is 0-4 ATS in their last four overall and 1-5 ATS in their last six as well as 7-11 ATS at home. Take UTAH! |
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12-30-18 | Kings -107 v. Lakers | 114-121 | Loss | -107 | 10 h 12 m | Show | |
Sacramento at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Kings over Lakers- Now this is a bit unusual having Sacramento favored at Los Angeles even if the Lakers are without LeBron James. In previous games played in LA the Kings have never been the favorite on the road in this series. This 'price' seems even more odd when we see that the Lakers are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings even without James playing for them. The Kings took down the Lakers 117-116 as a non-cover winner on Thursday and LA is now 0-2 with James and they should struggle once again here. The problem with teams that have James on the roster is that there is a huge void when he is out as his teams have lost 13 straight without him in the lineup. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-29-18 | Spurs +3.5 v. Clippers | Top | 122-111 | Win | 100 | 11 h 3 m | Show |
San Antonio at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Spurs (+) over Clippers- The L.A. Clippers should have the memory of the 125-87 blowout loss suffered at the hands of the Spurs two weeks ago in San Antonio embedded in their minds. LA.s leading scorer Lou Willams was out that contest and his presence will be welcomed. The Spurs have won eight of eleven despite losing two of their last three and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. SA made a huge comeback last night after trailing by 22-points cutting the margin to one-point but the 'hoax' DeMarcus DeRozen made just 2-of-4 free throws in the final minute as they fell short at the buzzer. This time they complete the task. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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12-29-18 | Warriors v. Blazers +4.5 | 115-105 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 33 m | Show | |
Golden State at Portland 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- This is the second of back-to-backs between these two with the Trailblazers taking the first encounter 110-109 as Damian Lillard buried a 3-pointer at the buzzer. Golden State who aside from injuries is just sleep-walking through the regular season especially on the road where they are 8-8 SU and just 6-10 ATS and have lost three of their last five. Portland is 13-5 SU at home and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and Golden State is 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. Take PORTLAND! |
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12-29-18 | Rockets v. Pelicans +3 | 108-104 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 33 m | Show | |
Houston at New Orleans 7:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Rockets- A pair of the NBA's most prolific scorers will face-off in the Smoothie King Center when the league's leading scorer and reining MVP Houston's James Harden who is off a 45-point performance will counter Anthony Davis who scored 49 points last time out. The Rockets are just 7-10 SU and 6-11 ATS on the road while New Orleans is 12-5 SU at home. The Pelicans just ended a five-game losing streak with their non-cover win last night are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and they hold a 10-4 ATS advantage when hosting Houston. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-28-18 | Spurs +4 v. Nuggets | 99-102 | Win | 100 | 10 h 5 m | Show | |
Chip's 'Guaranteed' NBA 'Top-Rated' Megabucks Game San Antonio at Denver 9:00 ET Spurs (+) order Nuggets- The Spurs are playing with plenty of confidence as they have won 8-of-10 after a slow start and have scored 110 or more points in all eight wins. The first place Nuggets have dropped their last two and this is the second of back-to-back games as San Antonio won at home 111-103 using a 15-0 fourth quarter spurt to seal the victory. Although Denver is 7-0 ATS in their last seven home games they are just 7-20 ATS in the last 27 games at home and the Spurs are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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12-28-18 | Mavs +4.5 v. Pelicans | 112-114 | Win | 100 | 9 h 11 m | Show | |
Chip's 'Guaranteed' NBA 'Top-Rated' Power Play Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Pelicans- Dallas just ended a six-game losing steak with a 122-119 home win over New Orleans Wednesday as this is the second of back-to-back contests. The Pelicans return home having lost their last five games and believe it or nor are 0-6 ATS on Fridays. The Pels are 11-5 straight-up at home including a 132-106 on December 5, but are just 8-8 ATS as hosts while the Mavericks are just 2-14 SU on the road but 7-9 ATS. New Orleans plays close losing 13 of their last 18 by a total just 19 points. Take DALLAS! |
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12-28-18 | Bulls +5.5 v. Wizards | Top | 101-92 | Win | 100 | 8 h 17 m | Show |
Chip's 'Guaranteed' NBA 'Highest-Rated' Money Game Chicago at Washington 7:00 ET Bulls (+) over Wizards- The NBA doesn't mind these games between the leagues worst teams because one of these guys is forced no matter how bad they play to pick-up a win. Chicago is a young team that is looking to bet better on a daily basis whereas Washington is just a bunch of huge egos that just go through the motions half the time. The Wizards won 2-of-3 meetings last season but Chicago is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Washington and 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall. The Bulls will have an added boost as Zach LaVine returns and Chicago has more heart and will desire and wins here. Take the BULLS! |
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12-26-18 | Pelicans +2.5 v. Mavs | 119-122 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 51 m | Show | |
Chip's 'Guaranteed' NBA 'Top-Rated' Money Game New Orleans at Dallas 8:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- Dallas who has been so good to 'us' this season buts has lost six straight while their opponent tonight the Pelicans have lost their last four. New Orleans has been in almost every game during their losing streak losing by one, three, four and five points going 1-3 ATS. They are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games when playing on two days rest and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings including a dominating 132-106 win in the Smoothie Center. Mavericks outstanding point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has missed nine of the last 10 days and when he's out Dallas has trouble filling the void. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-26-18 | Nuggets +4 v. Spurs | Top | 103-111 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Denver at San Antonio 8:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Spurs- The Nuggets have emerged as one of the better teams in the NBA West with the Conferences best record at 21-10 and are coming off a132-111 beating at the hands of the L.A. Clippers. Now, although Denver has lost 11 straight times in San Antonio I expect them to rebound here (notice how I worked the rebound in) and play the over-rated Spurs tough. The Spurs had put together a decent spurt winning seven of eight before their loss at Houston Saturday night but, I am just not so I'm pressed with the Spurs team make-up. The coaching may be the same but the personnel is not...take DENVER! |
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12-26-18 | Wizards +5 v. Pistons | 95-106 | Loss | -104 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
Washington at Detroit 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Pistons- The Pistons were off to great start at 13-7 and it looked like new head coach Dwayne Casey was performing some of his Coach of the Year abilities. But, Detroit has dropped nine of their last 11 games including a home loss to Atlanta. Washington we all should know in falling apart daily as they are just 4-15 on the road both SU and ATS and are reshaping their roster on a weekly basis. Both these clubs have player personalities issues but the Wizards are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take WASHINGTON! |
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12-25-18 | Blazers +6.5 v. Jazz | 96-117 | Loss | -105 | 24 h 19 m | Show | |
Chip's 'Guaranteed' NBA 'Top-Rated' Power Play Portland at Utah 10:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Jazz- Four days ago on Friday night the Jazz handed Portland their worst home loss is fifteen years as they knocked down 16-of-31 3-point attempts. That is the sole loss in the last five games for the Blazers who defeated the Mavericks 121-118 in overtime Sunday. If not for the revenge factor I might down grade this play as Portland ai 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games and they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five visits to Utah. Still, this is a spot fore incentive. Take PORTLAND! |
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12-25-18 | 76ers +4 v. Celtics | Top | 114-121 | Loss | -102 | 19 h 27 m | Show |
Chip's 'Guaranteed' NBA 'Highest-Rated' Megabucks Philadelphia at Boston 5:30 ET 76ers (+) over Celtics- Although tBoston beat me or shall I say 'us' up pretty good their last time out I just don't think the Celtics have 'it' this season. Granted, they now have Gordon Hayward full time but he hasn't been able mesh in the way the brass had hoped. Philadelphia has some meshing issues of their own with the addition of Jimmy Butler and sometimes they might need two basketballs on offense. This is a series in which the Celtics have had the upper hand going 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and are 4-0 the last for meetings in Boston including opening night a 105-87 Celtics romp. The Sixers have struggled on the road going 6-9 SU and 5-10 ATS while Boston at home is a mirror image at 10-5 SU and 9-6 ATS. But, I believe that Joel Embiid wants to make Christmas Day his persona showcase...take PHILADELPHIA! |