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12-23-15 | Kings +7 v. Pacers | 108-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 13 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Indiana 7:00 ET Kings (+) over Pacers- The Pacers return home where they are 7-1 straight-up and 6-2 ATS in their last eight before before getting pasted twice on the road in Memphis and San Antonio. Sacramento dropped to 1-2 on their four-game road trip running out of gas at Washington Monday night falling 113-99 to the Wizards. The Kings record (11-17) does not necessarily reflect the improvement of their overall play with the addition of temperamental Rajon Rondo and DeMarcus Cousins. I see the trend continuing. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-22-15 | Pistons +4 v. Heat | 93-92 | Win | 100 | 10 h 24 m | Show | |
Detroit at Miami 7:35 ET Pistons (+) over Heat- The Pistons are off a four-overtime win at Chicago on Friday but had they entire weekend off to regain their legs. Detroit will be pleased to welcome Aron Baynes who was out on Friday and Brandon Jennings who played in a rehab D-League game this weekend. These two met Thanksgiving weekend with Pistons prevailing at home 104-81 as a 1-point favorite, in a contest where Andre Drummond had 18 points and 20 rebounds. Detroit is 8-3 straight up and 8-2-1 ATS in their last 11 contests while Miami has won four of their last five after flat spot for eight games. The Pistons are playing with a purpose and confidence. Take DETROIT! |
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12-21-15 | Thunder v. Clippers +2 | Top | 100-99 | Win | 100 | 12 h 6 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at L.A. Clippers 10:35 ET Clippers (+) over Thunder- The Clippers enter this fray having lost their last two while Oklahoma City have won seven of their last eight. Los Angeles who have struggled with chemistry killer Lance Stephenson believe that they have turned the corner winning four of five on their last road trip and 10 of their last 13. Oklahoma City has not won against the Clippers in Los Angeles since Game 6 in the 2014 Western Conference semifinals. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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12-21-15 | Hornets +3 v. Rockets | 95-102 | Loss | -101 | 10 h 38 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Houston 8:00 ET Hornets (+) over Rockets- The Rockets have finally made it to .500 winning their last two including a win over the L.A. Clippers Saturday 107-97 where unhappy Dwight Howard delivered with 22 points and 14 rebounds. Houston who has taken nine straight in this series but have had chemistry problems all season with Harden now a Kardashian and Howard wanting the ball more along with McHale's departure. Charlotte will be without Al Jefferson (suspension) but Nicolas Batum is back from illness. The Rockets are just 4-9 at Toyota Center favorites and Hornets are more team oriented. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-21-15 | Kings +3 v. Wizards | 99-113 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 42 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Washington 7:00 ET Kings (+) over Wizards- both these clubs enter this contest with 11 wins but where that is a good thing for Sacramento it is not good for Washington. The Kings won on the road for just the third time in 12 tries Sunday at Toronto while the Wizards have won only five times in their last 15 outings. Washington's defense has suffered as their big men are ailing and their catalyst Bradley Beal is injured. The Kings Rajon Rondo is playing well since his return from suspension and DeMarcus Cousins is starting to buy in to George Karl's way of playing the game. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-20-15 | Kings +5 v. Raptors | Top | 104-94 | Win | 100 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Sacramento at Toronto 6:00 ET Kings (+) over Raptors- The Raptors return home after a three game road trip when they finished with their only win over the Heat 108-94. Rajon Rondo returned from his suspension Friday night in Minnesota but his 11 points and 13 assists were enough as the Kings fell to the Timberwolves as small favorites. This time they shall receive points from Toronto and they will make good use of them. Sacramento knows they can play with the Raptors as they have already notched a 107-101 victory in November. Take the KINGS! |
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12-19-15 | Clippers v. Rockets -115 | 97-107 | Win | 100 | 10 h 42 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Houston 8:05 ET Rockets over Clippers- So far the getting rid of Kevin McHale as head coach hasn't had a positive effect on the Rockets as they continue to bicker over who sees the ball and when as they struggle below .500. The L.A. Clippers at 16-11 are off a fourth quarter collapse last night in San Antonio and must realize by now that they just can't get over the 'hump' so to speak. Their weaknesses are glaring as DeAndre Jordan can rebound and dunk and block some shots but his game in limited and Lance Stephenson is a cancer no matter where he goes. Look for Houston who just crushed the Lakers to take that confidence builder into tonights contest. Take the ROCKETS! |
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12-18-15 | Pelicans +3.5 v. Suns | 88-104 | Loss | -103 | 13 h 46 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Phoenix 10:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Suns- New Orleans has only seven win in 25 games this season but two of them have come at the hands of the Phoenix Suns who just haven't been able to contain Anthony Davis. Davis has averaged 29 points and 18 rebounds along with three blocked shots as the Pelicans averaged 121 points against the Suns in a pair of November wins. New Orleans has won four of the last five meetings and seem to have the Suns number. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-18-15 | Grizzlies +2.5 v. Mavs | 88-97 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 27 m | Show | |
Memphis at Dallas 8:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Mavericks- It looks like age isn't just affecting Kobe Bryant as father time has slowed down Dirk Nowitzki a bit much this season. He is in the mist of a scoring slump averaging just 13.3 points of late. Both these clubs are hovering just above .500 on the season but I believe the Grizzlies have more potential. Both clubs are off losses but the Mavericks held a two-point lead against Indiana before being blasted 62-34 in the second-half. Memphis already owns a 110-96 win over Dallas and that was without Zach Randolph, with him they win again. Take the GRIZZLIES! |
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12-18-15 | Pistons +4 v. Bulls | Top | 147-144 | Win | 100 | 10 h 7 m | Show |
Detroit at Chicago 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Bulls- A contrast of styles will be on display Friday at the United Center in Chicago as the Bulls who have won four straight and are playing their nine home game in last 10 will put their tough defense (88.8 points allowed last 4) against the free wheeling Pistons. Detroit owns a home win over Chicago back on October 30 winning 98-94 when Andre Drummond had 20 points and 20 rebounds. Derrick (The Hoax) Rose has started to show glimpses of his old self but it won't be enough tonight. Take the PISTONS! |
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12-17-15 | Rockets v. Lakers +6 | 107-87 | Loss | -108 | 13 h 52 m | Show | |
Houston at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Rockets- 'Break-up' the Lakers is the call after their convincing win over the Bucks on Tuesday. The disappointing Rockets seem to have more problems then meets the eye as they continue to slump and have rumors of dissension as they season wares on. Last week Houston defeated Los Angeles at home by 29 points (126-97) on Saturday and then they dropped their next two before this encounter. The Rockets are just 5-11 ATS as favorites this season and L.A. Should play them close tonight. Take the LAKERS! |
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12-17-15 | Raptors v. Hornets +1 | 99-109 | Win | 100 | 9 h 18 m | Show | |
Toronto at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Raptors- The Charlotte Hornets have dropped their last two while the Raptors with injuries to a pair of starters have won eight of their last 12. The Hornets were pounded last night at Orlando but are staying with the 'small ball' which has produced 10 3-pointers a game and four back-court players scoring in double-digits. The Hornets are 10-4 straight-up at home with their loses coming against top shelf clubs. Toronto is not quite that yet. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-16-15 | Grizzlies +3.5 v. Bulls | 85-98 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 44 m | Show | |
Memphis at Chicago 8:05 ET Grizzlies (+) over Bulls- Line-up changes have taken place for both clubs as they have removed big man starters for smaller quicker players. The NBA has become a copy-cat league as teams are beginning to follow the Warriors lead buy moving to a more outside game. The problem here is for the Bulls as Derrick Rose doesn't shoot all that well outside the paint while inserting Mike Conley into the line-up gives the Grizzlies an edge on the perimeter. Chicago is just 4-9 ATS at home while Memphis although they are struggling overall are 7-4-1 on the road. Take the GRIZZLIES! |
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12-16-15 | Heat v. Nets +4 | 104-98 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
Miami at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Heat- After a quick start to the season the Heat have cooled-off as Dwyane Wade's scoring touch has eluded him and big man Hassan Whiteside's free throw shooting and lack of assists have hurt Miami. Brooklyn's over record is just 7-17 but they have been playing better basketball after a 2-13 start. The Nets have dropped their last two at home and this is a final of a six game home stand where they are 6-6 on the season and 7-4-1 ATS. Miami is just 3-5 on the road both straight-up and ATS. Look for the Nets to get it done here. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-16-15 | Hornets +1.5 v. Magic | Top | 98-113 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 46 m | Show |
Charlotte at Orlando 7:05 ET Hornets (+) over Magic- The Charlotte Hornets are following the current NBA trend as they have gone to 'small ball' and it is working as they have four guards scoring in double figures while making 10 3-point shots per game. Orlando meanwhile is struggling in the back-court as Evan Fournier is averaging just 6.4 points and shooting 29.4 per cent the last five games. Interestingly enough the visitor won all four meetings last season with the Hornets allowing only 86.5 points in the last two meetings. Charlotte has been resting since Saturday and will be fresh for this encounter. Take the HORNETS! |
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12-15-15 | Bucks v. Lakers +3.5 | Top | 95-113 | Win | 100 | 12 h 30 m | Show |
Milwaukee at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Bucks- It was the Milwaukee Bucks that ended the Golden State Warriors winning streak on Saturday and they have had three days to pat themselves on the back. The Lakers are the only team to lose the Philadelphia 76ers and have only three wins in 24 games and are currently on a six-game losing streak ending an eight game road trip with loses to Houston and San Antonio by a combined 51 points. Although the Bucks defeated the Warriors they are just 2-10 straight-up on the road and are now the favorite. Much needed the Lakers get the win here. Take LOS ANEGELES! |
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12-15-15 | Rockets v. Kings -119 | 97-107 | Win | 100 | 12 h 59 m | Show | |
Houston at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (-) over Rockets- The Kings will be without catalyst Rajon Rondo as they contemptuous point guard has been suspended for making slurs against gay NBA official Bill Kennedy. The struggling Rockets have defeated Sacramento seven straight times going 6-1 ATS and yet even without Rondo the odds makers have instilled the Kings as the opening line favorite. Granted they (Kings) are much improved under George Karl this season and Houston has been very disappointing this season but have defeated Sacramento twice already this season. This time the home club gets its revenge. Take the KINGS! |
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12-15-15 | Cavs v. Celtics +2.5 | 89-77 | Loss | -112 | 10 h 30 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Boston 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Cavaliers- The Celtics who fell to the NBA Champion Warriors in double-overtime Friday night now host the other NBA finalist Cleveland Cavaliers. These two opened the NBA playoffs last spring and the Cavaliers swept the series but lost Kevin Love for the rest of the playoffs in Game 4 when Kelly Olynyk wrenched his shoulder. Cleveland is off a huge 111-76 win at Orlando on Friday while the Cavs are still under .500 on the road at 5-6 while the improving Celtics are 7-5 at home. Boston has won 7-of-10 and can keep this one close here. Take BOSTON! |
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12-14-15 | Pelicans +3 v. Blazers | Top | 101-105 | Loss | -103 | 12 h 4 m | Show |
New Orleans at Portland 10:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Trailblazers- New Orleans is beginning to show signs of life as they won two-of-three at home before falling apart in the final quarter at Chicago losing 98-94. Portland like the Pelicans blew a fourth quarter lead to the Knicks (Best Bet winner) Saturday night and have lost three-of four. It appears that Anthony Davis has regained his All-Pro form as he had 22 points, 13 rebounds and four blocks Saturday. Portland has won six straight including opening night 112-94 in their series but they are built differently this season with Damian Lillard leading the way. New Orleans is just 1-11 on the road but the return of Tyeke Evans the birds are better and the Blazers are only 5-6 at home. This line is short which helps me believe the visitor has a chance to win here. Take the PELICANS! |
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12-14-15 | Rockets v. Nuggets +5 | 108-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 4 m | Show | |
Houston at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Rockets- The Denver Nuggets have only nine wins this season but two of those came at the expense of the Rockets who are just 12-12 at this point after appearing in the Western Conference finals last season. Houston has won seven of their last nine including a 29-point 126-97 win over the Lakers on Saturday. Denver meanwhile has won three of the four but are just 4-7 straight-up at home. The Nuggets believe they have the formula to beat Houston and will use it again tonight. Take the NUGGETS! |
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12-14-15 | Raptors v. Pacers -5 | 90-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Toronto at Indiana 7:05 ET Pacers (-) over Raptors- These two opened the season in Toronto as the Raptors won 106-99 as a 5.5 points favorite for their fifth consecutive win in this series and they are 12-2 ATS in the 14 meetings. They are currently on a four game win streak including a rout of Philadelphia 96-76 on Sunday. The Pacers meanwhile are off a terrible performance at Detroit losing 118-96 on Saturday. Indiana realizes it has to buckle down on defense as they have allowed 123.5 points in their last four losses and they open a three-game home stand tonight where they are 7-3 on the year. Take INDIANA! |
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12-13-15 | Grizzlies v. Heat -3.5 | 97-100 | Loss | -102 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
Memphis at Miami 6:00 ET Heat (-) over Grizzlies- Both these clubs are on a slide as the Heat have lost three straight and Memphis has lost three-of-five all by more then 20 points including a 123-99 thrashing Friday night by Charlotte. Something will have to give here as Memphis has won eight straight against Miami and five straight at American Airlines Arena. The last time they were her the Grizzlies were favored by three and now they find themselves the underdog which should put a smile of the Heat faces. Take MIAMI! |
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12-12-15 | Knicks +3.5 v. Blazers | Top | 112-110 | Win | 100 | 12 h 28 m | Show |
New York at Portland 10:05 ET Knicks (+) over Trailblazers- The Knicks were looking oh so much better 10 games ago when they were 8-6 but have now dropped four straight and eight of their last 10 and stand 10-14 on the season. Carmelo Anthony poor shooting and poor shot selection have had a negative effect and coach Fisher address the problem this week. Portland is off a 2-2 road trip with a win over the Suns last night in Phoenix while the Knicks were regrouping from a Thursday night 98-96 loss in Utah. The Trailblazers have won the last six in this series but this is a much improved Knicks squad. Take NEW YORK! |
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12-12-15 | Spurs v. Hawks +3 | 103-78 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 29 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Spurs- The Spurs have had their way against Atlanta winning the last 10 meetings including an easy 108-88 win in late November in San Antonio. They are off a lackluster 22-point 109-87 win over the Lakers last night where they rested Tony Parker and gave Tim Duncan limited minutes. The Hawks are off a 107-94 road loss to Oklahoma City on Thursday and look to rebound after weak efforts from Paul Millsap and Al Horford. Look for Atlanta to post their first win over the Spurs since March of 2010. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-12-15 | Pacers v. Pistons -105 | 96-118 | Win | 100 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
Indiana at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Pacers- The Pacers ended a three game slide with an impressive performance against the Heat last night dominating the second have while outscoring Miami 49-35. Detroit got by the 76ers last night winning 107-95 ending a two-game losing streak. Indiana won the first meeting in Detroit 94-83 for their first win of the season after an 0-3 start when Andre Drummond had 25 points and 29 rebounds in the loss. This time the Pistons grab the ring and hold on. Take the PISTONS! |
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12-11-15 | Thunder v. Jazz +3.5 | Top | 94-90 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 23 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Thunder- Playing against Oklahoma City since the return of Kevin Durant cam be dangerous as they have won their last three in a big way. This is the first of back-to-back meetings between these two who have mirror home and away records where the Jazz are 5-4 as hosts and the Thunder are 4-5 on the road. Oklahoma City owns a crashing 111-89 win over the Jazz in Utah three weeks ago and I see the Jazz getting serious for this rematch. Take UTAH! |
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12-11-15 | Warriors v. Celtics +6.5 | 124-119 | Win | 100 | 9 h 53 m | Show | |
Golden State at Boston 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Warriors- I am not one of the guys who looks to beat the Warriors like so many other handicappers (see Pacers game), but I do like this spot. Golden State is now 23-0 and an amazing 13-0 on the road including 10-3 ATS and that is truly impressive. The Warriors are 5-0 on this current road trip and finish up at Milwaukee on Saturday and no team in NBA history has even gone 7-0 on a single road trip, but then again no team has ever opened the season 23-0. Klay Thompson turned his ankle last time out and the Warriors have enough fire-power to win without him but even if he plays his effectiveness is still is in question. Take BOSTON! |
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12-11-15 | Cavs v. Magic +3.5 | 111-76 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 24 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Cavaliers- This really hasn't been much of a series as the Cavaliers have won the past 11 meetings but have dropped five of their last six on the road. Orlando is 7-3 at home and have won six of their last eight including three of their last five on the road. The Magic return home after a 10-day road trip and will be glad to return the Amway Center where they are much improved this season. Cleveland really hasn't put it together as of yet as they are waiting for the return of Kyrie Irving and Iman Shumpert. Take ORLANDO! |
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12-10-15 | 76ers +7 v. Nets | 91-100 | Loss | -109 | 10 h 55 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Brooklyn 7:30 ET 76ers (+) over Nets- The 76ers who have managed to win only one game this season (against the Lakers) are coming off one of the worst defeats in franchise history losing by 51-points 119-68 against San Antonio on Monday. Jerry Colangelo was assigned by the NBA as chairman of basketball operations and adviser to the worst of professional basketball's worst run teams. Brooklyn has won three of their last five including a win over the Rockets on Tuesday and yet have the second worst record in the East behind Philadelphia. The Nets lost rookie Rondae Hollis-Jefferson due to ankle surgery while Jahlil Okafor is returning for the 76ers after his two-game suspension. With a huge effort the NBA's worst keeps it close. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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12-09-15 | Hawks +2 v. Mavs | 98-95 | Win | 100 | 11 h 9 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Dallas 9:35 ET Hawks (+) over Mavericks- The Hawks are well rested and ready to fly as they last played and won on Friday over the Lakers (which can be considered a day off) while the Mavericks have won their last two including a win over the Knicks in New York Monday night. Both clubs are 13-9 with the Hawks winning both meetings last season and coming into Dallas with two tough inside players in Paul Milsap and Al Horford and you expect Atlanta to make their free throws when it counts. Take the HAWKS! |
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12-09-15 | Knicks +3.5 v. Jazz | 85-106 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 40 m | Show | |
New York at Utah 9:05 ET Knicks (+) over Jazz- The Knicks are one of the most improved teams in the NBA this season as they have already posted 10 wins and were at .500 before dropping their last two to Milwaukee and Dallas. New York who is 9-3-1 ARS in their last 13 road games have 'covered' their last 19 visits to Salt Lake and with the Jazz missing center Rudy Gobert rookie Kristaps Porzingis will continue to score points in the paint. Utah is coming off a tough outing in Sacramento last night and the Knicks are off four days rest. Take NEW YORK! |
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12-09-15 | Rockets +3.5 v. Wizards | Top | 109-103 | Win | 100 | 9 h 40 m | Show |
Houston at Washington 7:00 ET Rockets(+) over Wizards- The Houston Rockets have found life winning their last three entering last night's loss at Brooklyn to get within one game of .500 before that loss. The Wizards are one game off the break-even mark but have been very inconsistant. The Rockets were 3-14 ATS until their current streak while Washington is just 5-12-2 ATS in their last 19 games when playing with one days rest and will still be without Marcin Gortat and Nene and I see Dwight Howard taking advantage of the soft middle. Houston is 8-2 ATS in their last 10 trips to Washington and are 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall. Take the ROCKETS! |
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12-08-15 | Thunder v. Grizzlies +2.5 | 125-88 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 40 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- After a slow start to the season the Memphis Grizzlies have won 9-of-12 including a win over the Kevin Durant less Thunder in Oklahoma City 122-114 three weeks ago. The Grizzlies have won four of the past five meetings and have managed to win the close games of late. Oklahoma City is leading the NBA in rebounding and Russell Westbrook who leads the league in triple-doubles but at times is careless with the ball committing numerous turnovers. At home take the GRIZZLIES! |
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12-08-15 | Rockets v. Nets +4.5 | 105-110 | Win | 102 | 9 h 10 m | Show | |
Houston at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Rockets- The Houston Rockets have a chance to get to the break-even mark (10-11) with a win tonight in Brooklyn while having won five of their last six. The Nets meanwhile, are 29th in the NBA in scoring at 95.6 points per contest and have failed to hit the century mark in any of their past six games (2-4)as they have dropped 10-games (5-15) below .500. The Nets look to get back to the play they had at the end of November when the went 8-1 ATS. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-08-15 | Blazers v. Cavs -8.5 | Top | 100-105 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Portland at Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (-) over Trailblazers- After losing for the first time at home (9-1) the Cavaliers proceeded to lose at New Orleans and get trounced in Miami while LeBron James rested and are now 4-13 ATS in their last 17. Rest is something Portland knows very little about (at this time) as they are playing their third game in four nights after a 90-88 loss at Milwaukee last night. Cleveland has struggled scoring points in their mini drought averaging just 93.5 points with Kevin Love going 10-36 from the field while previously scoring 101.4 points per contest. Rested and ready to go the Cavs get it down. Take CLEVELAND! |
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12-07-15 | Blazers -107 v. Bucks | 88-90 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 24 m | Show | |
Portland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Trailblazers over Bucks- Both these clubs will have difficulty making the playoffs but they are pretty evenly matched as Portland (9-12) comes to Milwaukee (8-13) who is off a convincing win over the New York Knicks. The Bucks are without three players moving O.J. Mayo to starting point guard and he is a bit over-matched against the Trailblazers Damian Lillard who just seems to get it done every night. Take PORTLAND! |
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12-07-15 | Clippers v. Wolves +1 | Top | 110-106 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 24 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Clippers- The Clippers are a disappointing 11-9 to date but much of that is because of injuries t their back-court and not just the presence of Lance Stephenson. Los Angeles suffers without Chris Paul and J.J. Redick's ankle has slowed their offense down. Minnesota is currently 0-2 on their home stand (4-games) and is now 2-8 as hosts and are 1-9 ATS. Even though the Clippers are 8-1 ATS in their last nine trips to Minnesota this is a better T'wolves club to previous editions. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-06-15 | Mavs -2 v. Wizards | 116-104 | Win | 100 | 8 h 58 m | Show | |
Dallas at Washington 6:00 ET Mavericks over Wizards- How about those Wizards! They preformed their magic by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers and lose to the Los Angeles Lakers the next. Dallas enters the Nation's Capitol having lost five of their last seven after having won six in-a-row while the Wizards who tailed for all except the final two minutes pull out a miracle win over Phoenix despite missing four big men (Gortat, Nene, Gooden and Humphries). This will catch up to them against the Mavericks front line as Dirk Nowitzki has recorded three of his four double-doubles in his last six games. Dallas has won the last 10 meetings and I believe that trend will continue. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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12-05-15 | Magic +2.5 v. Clippers | 101-103 | Win | 100 | 11 h 20 m | Show | |
Orlando at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Magic (+) over Clippers- Hard to believe that the Magic (11-8) have a better record then the Clippers (10-9) but they are riding a five-game winning streak and Los Angeles is missing some key components. It appears that the Clippers will be without their starting back-court as both Chris Paul and J.J Redick will be sidelined. Lance Stephenson is being used to pick up the slack but he himself is a 'slacker.' Even though L.A. Has won the last two meetings by an average 26 points the Vegas line tells us something else is happening here tonight. Take ORLANDO! |
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12-05-15 | Pacers v. Jazz +2 | 119-122 | Win | 100 | 10 h 51 m | Show | |
Indiana at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Pacers- Indiana had their six-game winning streak stopped in Portland Thursday night as Paul George came back to earth and was 0-9 from 3-point range going 4-17 overall. Utah has dropped two straight at home as they are off a 106-103 loss to Golden State Monday before Thursday's loss to Orlando 103-94. Utah has already posted a 97-96 win over the Pacers in Indiana and can replete here. Take the JAZZ! |
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12-05-15 | Kings +3.5 v. Rockets | Top | 113-120 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 51 m | Show |
Sacramento at Houston 8:00 ET Kings (+) over Rockets- The Houston Rockets are beginning to show signs of life as they posted their 4th win in their last five games last night at Dallas 100-96. The Rockets posted their sixth straight win over the Kings in early November when they were without DeMarcus Cousins. Sacramento is 1-7 without him while posting six wins and losses with him. He will be in the line-up tonight and so will Dwight Howard be for the Rockets but Cousins in more important. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-04-15 | Cavs v. Pelicans +5 | 108-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 27 m | Show | |
Cleveland at New Orleans 9:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Cavaliers- The Cavaliers suffered their first home loss of the season last time out as they trailed the Washington Wizards the entire game in a 97-85 loss. New Orleans meanwhile blew a 14 point first-half lead at Houston Wednesday losing 108-101 and have now lost four straight. The Pelicans who have shot blocker Anthony Davis have allowed 100 or more points in 17 of 19 games and more then 110 points 10 times. Davis has three straight double-doubles as the Pelicans have defeated the Cavaliers the last four visits to New Orleans. Take the PELICANS! |
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12-04-15 | Nets +3.5 v. Knicks | 91-108 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 58 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at New York 7:00 ET Nets (+) over Knicks- The much awaited (HA) clash between the Lopez brothers will take place at Madison Square Garden as Brook of the Nets will meet Robin of the Knicks. Brooklyn has won their last two contests both at home (they are 1-10 on the road) while New York is off a win over the 76ers. Brooklyn won all four meetings last season and both at MSG. New York is much improved this season but the Nets always get ready for them. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-04-15 | Suns -113 v. Wizards | Top | 106-109 | Loss | -113 | 9 h 58 m | Show |
Phoenix at Washington 7:00 ET Suns over Wizards- John Wall has come alive for the Wizards scoring 35 and 34 points in the last two outings but Washington has still lost five of their last six games. Wall will have two excellent defenders against him tonight in guards Brandon Knight and Eric Bledsoe. Phoenix has struggled themselves losing six of their last seven games the previous one when they blew a 16-point lead in the fourth quarter at Detroit. The Suns seem to have the Wizards 'number' as they have beaten them 13 of the past 16 meetings. Washington will be without Nene who is injured and center Marcin Gortat who left the team for personal reasons. Take PHOENIX! |
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12-03-15 | Pacers v. Blazers +2.5 | 111-123 | Win | 100 | 12 h 37 m | Show | |
Indiana at Portland 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Pacers- The Indiana Pacers are on a tear having won six straight and have moved to within a half-game of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference. Now, they come up a small favorite on the road in Portland where they have failed to win in their last six appearances. The return of Paul George has the Pacers looking like a contender again as he is second in the league in 3-point scoring behind Stephen Curry. It's been a long time since the Pacers have won in Portland even when they were good (Nov.28, 2007). The beat goes on for these two clubs in Portland. Take the TRAILBLAZERS! |
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12-03-15 | Thunder v. Heat +2.5 | Top | 95-97 | Win | 100 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Miami 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Thunder- Both clubs are coming off losses as the Thunder were man-handled in Atlanta on Monday 106-100 and the Heat were run out of the gym the same night 105-95 at home by the Celtics. Oklahoma City is still adjusting to 'new' coach Billy Donovan and are just 3-4 on the road. The thunder won and covered both meetings last year including a win in Miami 94-86 but this Heat team has made the adjustment of playing without LeBron James. Take MIAMI! |
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12-02-15 | Pelicans +4 v. Rockets | 101-108 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Houston 8:05 ET Pelicans (+) over Rockets- These two clubs were in the playoffs last season with the Rockets going to the conference finals but both are far off the pace this season. No one is more disappointing then New Orleans who have won just four of 18 contests after clinching a playoff berth on the final day of the season with a win over the Spurs last year. Both coaches that were entrenched last season are gone and their replacements have failed to inspire their current roster. To be fair the the Pelicans they have been beset with injuries while Houston just doesn't put forth the effort necessary to win each night. James Harden has been especially lazy on the defensive side of the court . Even though Houston has won seven of the past eight meetings they have still lost eight of their last 11 since firing Kevin McHale under J.B. Bickerstaff. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-02-15 | Suns +4.5 v. Pistons | 122-127 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 9 m | Show | |
Phoenix at Detroit 7:30 ET Suns (+) over Pistons- The Pistons are the most improved team in the NBA this season as their current 9-9 record is far better then their 5-23 start last season under Stan Van Gundy while the Suns dropped to 8-10 after their loss to the Nets 94-91 in Brooklyn last night. Detroit has already posted a win at Phoenix 100-92 four weeks ago and while the Suns have lost seven straight to the Pistons ATS they are seeking a measure of revenge here. Both clubs are 9-9 ATS but it;s the Duns turn tonight. Take PHOENIX! |
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12-01-15 | Grizzlies v. Pelicans +1 | 113-104 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 4 m | Show | |
Memphis at New Orleans 8:05 ET Pelicans over Grizzlies- The Pelicans who made the playoff on the final day of the regular season last year by defeating the Spurs opened this season with seven straight losses and haven't been able to right-the-ship yet as Anthony Davis has been in and out wit injuries. New Orleans has had three days off after losing their last two on the road and host the Grizzlies who slept-walked their way through a won over winless Philadelphia. Memphis is under .500 (3-4) on the road and New Orleans gets back to even as hosts with a win tonight. Take PELICANS! |
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12-01-15 | Magic +2 v. Wolves | 96-93 | Win | 100 | 10 h 4 m | Show | |
Orlando at Minnesota 8:05 ET Magic (+) over Timberwolves- Two evenly matched clubs face-off as 8-9 Minnesota hosts 9-8 Orlando in a pair of playoff hopefuls. The Magic have won their last three and have dominated this series winning 12 of their last 14 meetings including a 104-101 overtime win two weeks ago in Orlando. The Timberwolves expect to have Ricky Rubio back tonight after missing two games due to an ankle injury while they are just 2-6 at home but have won their last two. Orlando has some under-rated talent and wins here tonight. Take the MAGIC! |
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12-01-15 | Wizards v. Cavs -9 | 97-85 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Washington at Cleveland 7:05 ET Cavaliers (-) over Wizards- The Washington Wizards made a valiant effort Saturday night against the Raptors but still lost their fourth straight. The Cavaliers have won five of six and are 9-0 at home as unlike the Wizards they posted a last-second win over the Nets Saturday. The ironic thing is that Washington covered and Cleveland did not. Kevin Love has returned to his older form and LeBron is still the best all-around player in the game. The Wizards just don't play the defense needed to defeat the Number One team in the East. Tale CLEVELAND! |
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11-30-15 | Warriors v. Jazz +8 | 106-103 | Win | 100 | 10 h 24 m | Show | |
Golden State at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Warriors- At this point the Warriors look unstoppable as they have rolled to 18 straight wins to start the season. Golden State's high-power offense will be up against the No.3 ranked scoring defense as the Jazz are even tougher when playing as hosts. This is a tough call as hot as the Warriors are and they also have defeated Utah seven of the last eight meetings but the Jazz are off back-to-back wins and playing just their sixth home game of the year. Take UTAH. |
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11-30-15 | Spurs v. Bulls +4 | 89-92 | Win | 100 | 9 h 25 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Spurs- The Spurs have a five-game winning streak after pounding Atlanta 108-88 on Saturday and have held all five of their opponents under 90 points. Chicago returns home rested after four road games and will have Derrick (The hoax) Rose back tonight. Last year they split the season season series 2-2 with the home team winning both as hosts. San Antonio is 5-3 on the road while the Bulls are 5-1 both straight-up and ATS at home. If Rose shows up I like the Bulls chances as he was 9-of-16 against the Spurs in their last meeting in Chicago. Take the BULLS! |
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11-30-15 | Thunder v. Hawks +2.5 | Top | 100-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 25 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Atlanta 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City's Kevin Durant is back and he has put the NBA on notice averaging 30.3 points while shooting 58.5 percent in three games since returning. Atlanta returns home after losing two of three on the road including a 108-88 beat down by the Spurs on Saturday. The Hawks have been alternating wins and losses since November 9 the last time they had won two-in-a-row and if that trend continues they win tonight. These two clubs split last season's series 2-2 and tonight the birds fly. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-29-15 | Pistons v. Nets +4.5 | 83-87 | Win | 100 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Detroit at Brooklyn 6:00 ET Nets (+) over Pistons- Detroit opened the season by winning their first three road games but have found the going tougher of late winning just 1-of-7 as they were pounded at Oklahoma City on Friday. The Pistons will play eight of their next 10 at home and will be looking to get out of New York as soon as possible. The Nets were bit by a last second hoop by LeBron James falling 90-88 last night in Cleveland in a game that they held the lead for most of the game. These two throw up plenty of bricks as the Pistons shoot 31% from 3-point range and the Nets 29.9%. Take advantage of the home court tonight as the Nets get the win! Take BROOKLYN! |
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11-29-15 | Celtics v. Magic +2 | 91-110 | Win | 100 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
Boston at Orlando 6:00 ET Magic (+) over Celtics- At 8-8 the Orlando Magic have won 7-of-11 and look to go over .500 for the first time this season while the Celtics come in off two straight win including a 33-point drubbing of the Wizards Friday night. Brad Stevens is beginning to have a coaching impact with the Celtics as they continue to play tougher defense improving for 101.4 points per contest last season to 96.9 this year. But, the home team have been dominate in this series winning the past seven including all four games last season. Take ORLANDO! |
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11-29-15 | Suns +4.5 v. Raptors | Top | 107-102 | Win | 100 | 8 h 41 m | Show |
Phoenix at Toronto 6:00 ET Suns (+) over Raptors- These two clubs are playing a mirror image of each other as the Suns have lost four-in-a-row and the Raptors have won four-in a-row. Phoenix is starting their longest road trip of the season and understand that in order to turn it around must play better defense. The Suns have surrendered 119 points per contest over the last four including 135 and 22 3-pointers to Golden State. The Raptors came back from eight points down in the final three minutes last night to pull out a 84-82 win over Washington last night but are just 11-26 against the Suns including 6-12 in Toronto. Take PHOENIX! |
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11-28-15 | Lakers +8.5 v. Blazers | 96-108 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 50 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers at Portland 10:00 ET Lakers (+) over Trailblazers- The 2-12 L.A. Lakers are off their worst loss of the NBA season as the Warriors destroyed the youthful club and handed them their fourth straight defeat. Kobe Bryant had his worst performance (among many poor outings) of the year going 1-of-14 from the floor and is now shooting 31.1 percent on the season including 19.5 percent from 3-point range. Portland has won six straight in this series but the Lakers have covered 3-of-4 in Portland where the Blazers are just 3-4. Portland handled the Lakers last Sunday in LA and now it's turn-about. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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11-28-15 | Nets +10 v. Cavs | 88-90 | Win | 100 | 9 h 22 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Cleveland 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Cavaliers- The Cavaliers have a distinct advantage here and I don't just mean LeBron James as they are undefeated at home (8-0) while the Nets are a meek 0-9 on the road. Brooklyn has been resting since Wednesday and have covered five of their last seven games while the Cavaliers are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 including last night win at Charlotte. Look for Cleveland coach David Blatt to increase his bench minutes tonight and keep the Nets close. Take CLEVELAND! |
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11-28-15 | Raptors v. Wizards +3.5 | Top | 84-82 | Win | 100 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
Toronto at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Raptors- After closing the year in such strong fashion last season the Washington Wizards are stumbling out of the gate this this around having dropped three straight and are just 6-7 on the campaign. Toronto has won their last three holding four straight opponents under 100 points but are playing their sixth game of seven on the road. The Raptors ended the Wizards season last year by sweeping them out of the playoffs something Washington wants redemption for. Off of two straight fourth quarter collapses (six points against Charlotte on Wednesday and a blowout in Boston last night) the Wizards look to rebound with a strong effort. Take WASHINGTON! |
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11-27-15 | Hawks +3.5 v. Grizzlies | Top | 116-101 | Win | 100 | 9 h 51 m | Show |
Atlanta at Memphis 8:05 ET Hawks (+) over Grizzlies- After a 3-6 start the Grizzlies have rebounded by winning six of their last seven using their tough defense as the key as they have held their last four opponents under 100 points. The Hawks have yet to hit their stride after suffering a 99-95 loss at Minnesota Wednesday night as they remain inconsistent. Look for Atlanta to rebound off a loss to the Timblewolves and come out aggressive against the physical Grizzlies. The addition of Mario Chalmers will not help this weak shooting 3-point Memphis squad. Take the HAWKS! |
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11-27-15 | Heat v. Knicks +2 | 97-78 | Loss | -103 | 8 h 24 m | Show | |
Miami at New York Knicks 7:35 ET Knicks (+) over Heat- Turn-about-is-fair-play in NBA action as the New York Knicks host the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden. Miami handled the Knicks easily Monday night as the Knicks lost two games in Florida (Orlando) and now return home. The Heat are off a road loss at Detroit where they scored a season low 81 points. New York's rookies sensation was given a leason by Hassan Whiteside in the Magic City but I expect a reversal of fortune tonight. Miami has won seven straight in this series but that ends tonight. Take the KNICKS! |
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11-27-15 | Cavs v. Hornets +4 | 95-90 | Loss | -104 | 8 h 60 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Charlotte 7:05 ET Hornets (+) over Cavaliers- After starting the season with three straight losses the Charlotte Hornets has won nine of the last 12 and the last four. Cleveland is 11-4 on the season with all four losses (3-4) coming on the road and are still battling the injury bug losing Matthew Dellavedova and center Timofey Mozgov. The Cavaliers swept the season series last year 4-0 but the Hornets are an impressive 7-1 at home and are worth taking with points. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-25-15 | Jazz +5 v. Clippers | 102-91 | Win | 100 | 11 h 22 m | Show | |
Utah at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Jazz (+) over Clippers- The Utah Jazz have lost 13 straight to the Clippers including seven straight in Los Angeles. But, these Clippers who won last night in Denver but are struggling having won just three of their last 10. The Jazz have dropped their last two but are third in the NBA in scoring defense allowing just 93.8 points per contest. Having played at Dallas and the Thunder with the return of Kevin Durant Utah has surrendered 100 points in each of their last two games. Look for a stronger defensive performance tonight as the Jazz cash in. Take UTAH! |
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11-25-15 | Hawks v. Wolves +3.5 | 95-99 | Win | 100 | 9 h 54 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Hawks- The Timberwolves finally broke through at home after starting the season with six straight losses be it against the winless 76ers but a win is a win. Atlanta is off a huge revenge win over the Celtics still have lost five-of-eight and last night but lost Kent Bazemore to an ankle injury. Look for Minnesota's rookie center Karl-Anthony Towns to bounce-back from his season lows in points (six) and rebounds (two) on Monday. Look for the T'wolves to make it two straight at home. Take MINNESOTA! |
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11-25-15 | Cavs v. Raptors +2.5 | 99-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Toronto 7:30 ET Raptors (+) over Cavaliers- The Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron James are out to show that the are the best in the East and have pounded their last two opponents while the Raptors closed their west coast trip with two strong wins the last of which was over the Clippers in Los Angeles. Toronto has had three days rest and relies on defense led by DeMarre Carroll as they shut down the Clippers Blake Griffin holding him to a season low nine points. At home its...the RAPTORS! |
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11-24-15 | Bulls v. Blazers +3 | Top | 93-88 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 14 m | Show |
Chicago at Portland 10:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Bulls- Portland has started to show some signs of life as they have won their last two while the Chicago Bulls continue to march on winning 8-of-12. The Trailblazers have had the best of the Bulls in Portland where Chicago hasn't won since February 2007 losing their last seven and 12 of 15 at the Rose Garden. Chicago point guard Derrick Rose will be back in the line-up after missing the last two contests with an ankle sprain, that will help because point-guard Aaron Brooks is expected to miss his second straight game. Take PORTLAND! |
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11-24-15 | Celtics +3.5 v. Hawks | 97-121 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 24 m | Show | |
Boston at Atlanta 8:00 ET Celtics (+) over Hawks- Atlanta is off a loss at Cleveland to the Cavaliers 109-97 Saturday and has lost four of their last five one of which was a 106-93 defeat at Boston 10 days ago. The young Celtics quickened the pace in that match-up throwing up 103 shoots to Atlanta's 76 attempts. Boston is coming off an embarrassing loss at Brooklyn on Sunday where they were out-rebounded 49-35. Look for a better effort off the boards and another win over last years' No.1 Eastern Conference seed. Take the CELTICS! |
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11-24-15 | Pacers +2 v. Wizards | 123-106 | Win | 100 | 8 h 13 m | Show | |
Indiana at Washington 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Wizards- The Pacers are going for their third straight win in Washington tonight and have eight wins in their last 11. The Wizards after a slow start have won their last three and Bradley Beal has returned. Indiana is 3-3 on the road but an impressive 5-1 ATS as they are playing with passion and toughness something we have seen much of from the Wizards. The 'Wiz' are still beaming off their win over Detroit and will pay tonight. Take INDIANA! |
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11-23-15 | Thunder v. Jazz -3 | 111-89 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 43 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (-) over Thunder- The Utah defense will have a lot to contend with as Russell Westbrook enters Vivant Smart Home Arena as he has scored 30 points or more in four consecutive games (37 ave) and has been held under 20 just once this season. Utah who are have played only three home games this season are off a loss at Dallas and the Thunder off a win over Dallas are just 2-3 on the road and have lost their last three trips to Utah. The Jazz have had the weekend to rest while Oklahoma City played yesterday. Take the JAZZ! |
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11-23-15 | Pistons v. Bucks +2 | 88-109 | Win | 100 | 10 h 46 m | Show | |
Detroit at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Pistons- Two clubs that are moving in different directions will meet tonight at Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee as the Bucks who have dropped three in-a-row host the Detroit Pistons who have a winning record at 7-6 they were 1-12 last year at this time. This contest will be a match-up of centers as Andre Drummond has emerged for Detroit while the Pistons former center Greg Monroe will face his former team for the first time. Michael-Carter-Williams is back along with Jabari Parker. Milwaukee has won the last three meetings and will win again tonight. Take the BUCKS! |
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11-22-15 | Celtics v. Nets +5.5 | 101-111 | Win | 100 | 8 h 53 m | Show | |
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11-21-15 | Bucks +5 v. Pacers | 86-123 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 22 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Indiana 7:05 ET Bucks (+) over Pacers- After a slow start the Indiana Pacers once again look like a team with playoff potential. With Paul George's return after missing the best of two seasons he's help add confidence to a floundering franchise. Milwaukee has plenty of young talent and believe that they can compete with the addition of Jabari Parker (back from injury) and Giannis Antetokounmpo who scored a career high 33 points against the Cavaliers Thursday night. Although Indiana is 8-1 ATS in their last nine games the Bucks are 5-2 ATS I the last seven meetings. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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11-21-15 | Kings +2.5 v. Magic | 97-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Indiana 7:05 ET Bucks (+) over Pacers- After a slow start the Indiana Pacers once again look like a team with playoff potential. With Paul George's return after missing the best of two seasons he's help add confidence to a floundering franchise. Milwaukee has plenty of young talent and believe that they can compete with the addition of Jabari Parker (back from injury) and Giannis Antetokounmpo who scored a career high 33 points against the Cavaliers Thursday night. Although Indiana is 8-1 ATS in their last nine games the Bucks are 5-2 ATS I the last seven meetings. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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11-20-15 | Raptors v. Lakers +7 | 102-91 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 19 m | Show | |
Toronto at L.A. Lakers 10:35 ET Lakers (+) over Raptors- How, can I possible be thinking of this side. As we predicted the Raptors have struggled on their current 'West Coast' trip dropping the first three of five games and they are playing their fourth game in six days. As far as Los Angeles is concerned Kobe Bryant has been receiving some rest and others now getting some playing time have emerged as Jordan Clarkson has shown some long ball shooting talent. With Bryant returning well rested the Lakers who have won just 2-of-9 can surprise Toronto here. Take the LAKERS! |
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11-20-15 | Suns v. Nuggets +2.5 | 114-107 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 54 m | Show | |
Phoenix at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Suns- These two met last Saturday in Phoenix and the Suns routed the Nuggets 105-81 and led by as many as 37 points and they have now won seven of the last eight meetings. Denver is 4-2 after a loss and 1-0 at home and I expect them to be totally focused against the guard heavy Suns. Denver's Emmanuel Mudiay will have to step-up here and improve his shot selection for the Nuggets to prevail. I believe he will tonight. Take DENVER! |
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11-20-15 | Jazz +2.5 v. Mavs | Top | 93-102 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 29 m | Show |
Utah at Dallas 8:35 ET Jazz (+) over Mavericks- Truly and interesting 'number' posted on the match-up when you consider the history of these two combatants. Dallas has won nine straight over Utah and 23 of the past 26 home meetings with the last Jazz win coming in January 2010. The Mavericks have won their last five coming back from 18-points down Wednesday in Boston to complete a three-game road trip sweep. So with all these factors showing us how dominate the Mavericks are why has this 'number' opened under a three-point field goal? I will always believe that 'Vegas' knows more then we do and they know something here. Take UTAH! |
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11-19-15 | Bucks v. Cavs -9.5 | 100-115 | Win | 100 | 11 h 37 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Cleveland 8:00 ET Cavaliers (-) over Bucks- The Cavaliers have dropped their last two contests one of which was an overtime loss at Milwaukee 108-105. LeBron James has called-out his club telling them that they haven't won anything yet and they need to increase their intensity. The Bucks forced Cleveland into 20 turnovers in their win Saturday including seven by LeBron who has scored 30 or more points in four straight games. Kevin Love's play has been better this season and the Cavs are 5-0 at home. Take CLEVELAND! |
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11-18-15 | Raptors v. Jazz -4 | Top | 89-93 | Push | 0 | 11 h 1 m | Show |
Toronto at Utah 9:00 ET Utes (-) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors have dropped their first two of their current road trip and five-of-seven since their 5-0 start. Utah won their final game of their road trip at Atlanta Sunday and should be well rested for the Raptors who are off their hard fought 115-110 loss to Golden State last night. Considering Toronto has won the last four meetings by an average margin of 19 points this is a bad spot for them. The return of center Rudy Gobert will aid the Jazz as he has three of more blocked shots in seven of the eight games that he has played. Take UTAH! |
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11-18-15 | Blazers v. Rockets -7 | 103-108 | Loss | -103 | 10 h 6 m | Show | |
Portland at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Trailblazers- The new make-up of the Portland Trailblazers has all their fire-power coming from their back court with Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum but unlike the Warriors who rely on their back-court the Blazers just don't play the same kind of defense. Houston entering this contest in a four-game losing streak while Portland is in the mist of a six-game losing skid. This is the final game of a four-game road trip for Portland and they have lost four-of-six by 12 points or more. The Rockets have won 11 of the last 14 meetings at home and will rebound from their humiliating home loss (111-95) to the Celtics their last time out. Take HOUSTON! |
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11-18-15 | Kings +3.5 v. Hawks | 97-103 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 3 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Atlanta 8:00 ET Kings (+) over Hawks- A week ago Sacramento was in the mist of a five-game losing streak and the team was feuding with coach George Karl. After an airing-it-out meetings and the return of DeMarcus Cousins the Kings have now won three-in-a-row. Atlanta No.1 seed in the East last season opened by winning eight of their first 10 but have dropped their last three including a loss last night in Brooklyn to the lowly Nets. I don't know if I'm going to the well once too often playing against the Hawks but until they turn it around I'll play against them. The 'number' tell me the Kings have a legitimate shot. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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11-17-15 | Hawks v. Nets +4 | 88-90 | Win | 100 | 10 h 41 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Hawks- The Brooklyn Nets have managed to win their first game on their recent four-game road trip but have dropped their last two (great efforts) to Sacramento and Golden State. Atlanta the No.1 team in the East last season has been struggling although the are 8-4 and have a convincing 101-87 win over the Nets. In that contest Brooklyn hung tough until late in the fourth quarter and then the Hawks experience took over in the final six minutes. This time around the Nets play a complete game to the final buzzer at home. Take BROOKLYN! |
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11-17-15 | Cavs v. Pistons +5.5 | Top | 99-104 | Win | 100 | 10 h 36 m | Show |
Cleveland at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Cavaliers- If there ever was or is a 'home court' advantage the Detroit Pistons are a prime example of that axiom. They 4-1 before they embarked on a six-game 10 day West Coast trip and have dropped their last four including a loss to the lowly Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. Cleveland led by LeBron James are 8-2 but just 3-7 ATS and still are not completely healthy. The Pistons are 5-0 ATS when playing .500 or better teams at home and the Cavaliers are 0-7 ATS in their last seven. Take DETROIT! |
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11-17-15 | Bucks +4.5 v. Wizards | 86-115 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 22 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Washington 7:00 ET Bucks (+) over Wizards- The surprising Milwaukee Bucks have won five of their last seven and are coming off an double-overtime win over the Cavaliers on Saturday, while the Wizards snapped a three-game losing streak with a win over Orlando the same night. These two met in Milwaukee to open the season a 118-113 win by the Wizards while the Bucks were injured. Jabari Parker has returned and he helps a well balanced club that has five player averaging 12.6 points or better. Washington's Bradley Beal is questionable and even if he plays his effectiveness is in doubt. Take the BUCKS! |
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11-16-15 | Celtics +5 v. Rockets | 111-95 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show | |
Boston at Houston 8:05 ET Celtics (+) over Rockets- The Houston Rockets are off to a slow start (4-6) and it is primarily because of the inconsistent play of James Harden. They have dropped their last three and are playing a 'red-hot' Celtics club who has won four of their last five including a 100-85 win over the Durant-less Thunder last night. With Harden suffering from the 'Kardashian jinx' he's shooting just 37.1 percent from the field and I don't see a quick fix for the struggling Rockets. Houston has won four straight in this series and seven of the last nine meetings but tonight their troubles continue. Take BOSTON! |
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11-16-15 | Pacers +5 v. Bulls | Top | 95-96 | Win | 100 | 10 h 52 m | Show |
Indiana at Chicago 8:05 ET Pacers (+) over Bulls- The Indiana Pacers were a horror show when the season opened and they are getting better day-by-day as they are now 6-4 on the season. The Chicago Bulls are still led by Derrick 'The Hoax) Rose and at 6-3 despite having more turnovers then assists. The Bulls are now playing the same tough defense under Fred Hoilberg that they had in the past. The Pacers Paul George has returned and has scored 25 points or more in six straight games the last three of which Indiana has won. Rose is shooting just 5.6 percent from three point range. (That's right 5.6%) Take the PACERS! |
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11-15-15 | Raptors v. Kings +3 | Top | 101-107 | Win | 100 | 12 h 40 m | Show |
Toronto at Sacramento 9:00 ET Kings (+) over Raptors- Break-up the Kings! DeMarcus Cousins and George Karl are both still with Sacramento and they have won two straight that TWO as in one-two. Toronto had a small hiccup losing two straight but have bounced back with wins over Philadelphia and New Orleans. This is the first of a five-game West Coast road trip for the Raptors while the Kings have been in the West for a week. This is Toronto's seventh road game of 11 played and the Kings are ready. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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11-15-15 | Celtics +6 v. Thunder | 100-85 | Win | 100 | 10 h 47 m | Show | |
Boston at Oklahoma City 7:00 ET Celtics (+) over Thunder- The Celtics have been good to 'us' so far this season winning OUTRIGHT against Atlanta on Friday and now they visit Oklahoma City who will be without Kevin Durant but they have Russell Westbrook who is intent on showing everyone that Durant isn't needed. Westbrook recorded another triple-double last time against out Philadelphia and had it in the middle of the 3rd quarter. A pair of former college coaches go to work as Brad Stevens leads Boston and Billy Donovan is struggling as the Thunder lead the NBA in Turnovers and have allowed more free throws then they have taken. Tonight's it's the CELTICS! |
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11-15-15 | Jazz +5.5 v. Hawks | 97-96 | Win | 100 | 9 h 50 m | Show | |
Utah at Atlanta 6:00 ET Jazz (+) over Hawks- The NBA road is a tough one at least and the Utah Jazz are finding their trip to the East to be reformable. They have dropped their first three of a four game trip (two covers) and now face the conferences winningest team the Atlanta Hawks. Part of the problem is their defense which held opponents to 84 points per game in their first six has allowed 104 per game on this trip. After starting 8-1 the Hawks have dropped their last two and now are dealing with an injury to one of their key players in Jeff Teague. Utah will have the services of Rudy Gobert and Rodney Hood who were both missing last time out. Take the JAZZ! |
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11-14-15 | Pistons +3.5 v. Clippers | 96-101 | Loss | -102 | 7 h 13 m | Show | |
Detroit at L.A. Clippers 3:35 ET Pistons (+) over Clippers- The Clippers have dominated this series by winning the last eight meetings by an average of 14.4 points but that was a different Detroit club. The Pistons are 5-3 after opening the 2014 campaign 2-17 and have one of the most dominating players in the NBA with Andre Drummon who has a double-double in every game this season and is averaging 18.8 points and a league leading 19.3 rebounds. He will counter Blake Griffin while Reggie Jackson will take advantage of Chris Paul's aliments. This time the trend ends. Take DETROIT! |
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11-13-15 | Blazers v. Grizzlies -6.5 | 100-101 | Loss | -107 | 10 h 55 m | Show | |
Portland at Memphis 8:05 ET Grizzlies (-) over Trailblazers- Memphis has combined a five-game road trip and return home game agains Golden State into a four-game losing streak one of which was a loss at Portland 115-96 who have now lost the next three of their own. Portland has a number of new faces that are having trouble with a lack of chemistry and they are 0-5-1 ATS in their last six in Memphis and 3-11-1 ATS in their last 15 meetings. The Grizzlies are in need of a win and get it here. Take MEMPHIS! |
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11-13-15 | Cavs v. Knicks +6 | 90-84 | Push | 0 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
Cleveland at New York Knicks 7:35 ET Knicks (+) over Cavaliers- After an opening night defeat to the Bulls the Cavaliers have reeled off seven straight wins including a 96-86 win in Cleveland over the Knicks. New York is a much improved clubs from last years version with the addition of 7-foot -inch 19 year old Kristaps Porzingis who has had four double-doubles in the last six games. LeBron James has been clutch down the stretch of games as the Cavs are with Kyrie Irving, Iman Shumpart and J.R. Smith (questionable). With Aaron Afflalo back in action the Knicks have more depth and balance. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-13-15 | Hawks v. Celtics +1.5 | 93-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 30 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Boston 7:35 ET Celtics (+) over Hawks- The 8-2 Atlanta Hawks are 4-0 (3-0-1 ATS) on the road while the youthful Boston Celtics are just 2-3 at home but 5-0 ATS at home against teams with a winning road record. The Hawks are off three home games the last a win over New Orleans while the Celtics are playing their second straight as hosts. Boston goes deeper then the Hawks and will be primed for the Friday night contest at the TD Garden. Take the CELTICS! |
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11-12-15 | Clippers v. Suns +2.5 | 104-118 | Win | 100 | 13 h 45 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 10:30 ET Suns (+) over Clippers- The Clippers are off last night's 118-108 loss in Dallas where the Mavericks deemed that contest 'DeAndre Jordangate' and it was just too much for Los Angeles to overcome. Now, they travel to Phoenix where they have defeated the Suns four straight time and eight straight times in the series. The Suns had won 11 of 12 home games against the Clippers prior to the current four-game losing streak. Chris Paul is hurting (2-of-11 shooting last night) and the Suns have a back court with Eric Bledsoe and Brandon Knight to take advantage. Take PHOENIX! |
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11-11-15 | Pistons v. Kings -108 | 92-101 | Win | 100 | 12 h 34 m | Show | |
Detroit at Sacramento 10:35 ET Kings over Pistons- The early surprise of the NBA season has to be the 5-2 Detroit Pistons who started last season 2-17 and have won 2-of-3 on their first road trip of the year. After defeating Portland and Phoenix they went toe-to-toe against the Warriors before faltering late in the fourth quarter 109-95. It looks like the same old story for Sacramento (1-7) with DeMarucs Cousins and George Karl not seeing eye-to-eye and the Kings already having a 'players only' meeting. Detroit has won five straight in this series and yet the Kings opened a small Vegas favorite here. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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11-11-15 | Clippers v. Mavs +7 | 108-118 | Win | 100 | 10 h 44 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Dallas 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) Clippers- The first real revenge game of the season will be played tonight in Dallas where the Mavericks host the Clippers and this one's all about L.A.'s center DeAndre Jordan and Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. Just to remind you Jordan committed to a free-agent signing with Dallas and then backed-out causing Cuban to go nuts. Last night 'we' posted the Pelicans over the Mavs because of tonight's match-up so it's DALLAS! |
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11-11-15 | Warriors v. Grizzlies +7.5 | 100-84 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 39 m | Show | |
Golden State at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Warriors- Golden State has yet in to incur a loss and one of their wins during their 8-0 start was a 119-69 romp over Memphis on November 2. That was the worst loss in franchise history for the Grizzlies who are off to a slow start. Memphis returns home for their first game after a 5-game road trip (1-4) and open with the defending Champions. Memphis suffered another defeat Monday at the hands of the Clippers 94-92 in a game that the Grizzlies felt they returned to their formidable style of basketball. Look for Memphis to pick-up the defensive pressure tonight and redeem themselves. Take the GRIZZLIES! |
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11-10-15 | Mavs v. Pelicans -123 | 105-120 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
Dallas at New Orleans 8:05 ET Pelicans (-) over Mavericks- New Orleans qualified for playoff spot on the final night of the season with an impressive win over San Antonio and then played the eventual Champion Warriors tough. This season after hiring away Golden State's assistant coach Alvin Gentry they find them selves winless after six games and are 0-3 at home and 0-6 ATS to date. The Mavericks who handed New Orleans their last loss Saturday night is Dallas 108-98 will end up the Pelicans first victim of the season. Dallas has a grudge and revenge match tomorrow at home against the L.A. Clippers. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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11-10-15 | Thunder v. Wizards +4.5 | 125-101 | Loss | -103 | 10 h 52 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Washington 7:05 ET Wizards (+) over Thunder- The Wizards had a four-point lead enter the final quarter last time out against Atlanta and then folded in the fourth getting outscored 31-11. Oklahoma City suffered three straight loss then got right by pounding Phoenix 124-103 at home on Sunday. This season has a long way to go but Washington who has one of the best back court combo's in the NBA with John Wall and Bradley Beal leads the NBA in turnovers with Wall the worst offender averaging five per contest. Beal who left Saturday's loss to injury must play here for the Wizards to keep up with Russell Westbrook. Take WASHINGTON! |
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11-10-15 | Jazz +5.5 v. Cavs | Top | 114-118 | Win | 100 | 10 h 0 m | Show |
Utah at Cleveland 7:00 ET Jazz (+) over Cavaliers- After an opening night loss to the Chicago Bulls the Cavaliers have reeled off six straight wins with LeBron James of course leading the way. The Utah Jazz have won their last two holding their last two opponents to 81.5 points per game. Defense is the key for the Jazz who lead the NBA in scoring defense and held three team to under 80 points in their six games thus far. This is the first game in a road trip for Utah and the final contest in a four-game home stand for Cleveland. With defense the key the Jazz get it done here. Take UTAH! |