20* NBA Wednesday No-Doubt Rout on Philadelphia 76ers -7.5

It's a rare opportunity to 'buy low' on the Philadelphia 76ers.  They had lost four straight before blasting Oklahoma City by 31.  And now they are only 7.5-point home favorites over the depleted Atlanta Hawks tonight.

The Hawks will be without Trae Young, Cam Reddish, De'Andre Hunter, Tony Snell and Kevin Huerter tonight.  They just lost outright to the Pistons by 14 last time out without Young and most of those guys, and they don't stand much of a chance to stay competitive here against a 76ers team that is basically at full strength now.

Home-court advantage has been huge in this series as the home team is a perfect 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings.  The 76ers are 23-7 at home this season and have been one of the best home teams in the NBA over the past couple seasons.

Philadelphia is 35-22 ATS in all home games over the last two seasons.  The 76ers are 12-3 ATS in their last 15 home games after failing to cover four or five of their last six games.  Atlanta is 5-15 ATS in its last 20 games as a road underdog of 6.5 to 12 points.  Bet the 76ers Wednesday.

20* Mavs/Warriors TNT Late-Night BAILOUT on Golden State -2.5

The Golden State Warriors are surging right now to try and make the playoffs behind a historic month from Stephen Curry shooting 3-pointers.  The Warriors are 7-2 SU & 7-2 ATS in their last nine games overall with their only losses coming at Boston by 5 and at Washington by 4.  They have two upset wins over Denver during this stretch.

Now the Warriors are rested after having yesterday off and take on a tired Dallas Mavericks team that will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days.  They just lost 106-113 in Sacramento last night and won't have much left in the tank for the Warriors.  

Plus, Kristaps Porzingis and Josh Richardson are both questionable to play tonight, and don't be surprised if Luka Doncic is a late scratch after showing up on the injury report prior to yesterday's game.  Doncic played nearly 38 minutes last night in that loss to the Kings.

Dallas is 6-16 ATS when playing 8 or more games in 14 days this season.  The Mavericks are 2-7 ATS in their last nine games overall.  Dallas is 0-4 ATS in its last four games following a loss.  Golden State is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games as a home favorite.  The Warriors are 4-0 ATS in their last four games following an ATS loss.  Bet the Warriors Tuesday.

15* NBA Tuesday Undervalued Underdog on Toronto Raptors +6

The Toronto Raptors have gotten healthy here down the stretch and are fighting hard to make the playoffs.  They currently sit in a tie for 11th place in the East just one game behind the Wizards for that 10th spot, and the top 10 teams make the playoffs this year.  They need this game like blood.

The Raptors are 5-1 SU & 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall and are coming off an 18-point win over Cleveland last night.  So they will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back, but the situation is eased because none of their starters played big minutes last night due to the blowout.  They will have no problem finding the energy to get up to face the Brooklyn Nets tonight.

Toronto just beat Brooklyn 114-103 at home on April 21st less than a week ago.  Granted, they didn't have to face Kevin Durant in that game, but he won't make a big enough difference here.  The Raptors go from being a 4.5-point favorite in that first meeting to a 6-point underdog in the rematch, a 10.5-point adjustment which is too much for this situation.

The Nets are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as road favorites.  The Raptors are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games.  Toronto is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings, and 6-0 SU & 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings in this series.  Take the Raptors Tuesday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Bucks/Hornets OVER 223.5

The books have set the bar too low tonight for this game between the Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte Hornets.  Based off the first two meetings this season, this game should have no problem getting OVER 223.5 combined points.

The Hornets actually beat the Bucks in both meetings.  They won 126-114 at home for 240 combined points and 227-119 on the road for 246 combined points.  The Hornets just scored 125 points against the Celtics last time out and should be able to hang with Milwaukee, which has scored 115 or more points in eight of its last nine games coming in.

Milwaukee games have seen 226 or more combined points in six of their last seven games overall.  The OVER is 10-4 in Bucks last 14 games following an ATS loss.  Bet the OVER in this game Tuesday.

15* NBA Monday Total DOMINATOR on Grizzlies/Nuggets UNDER 228.5

The Grizzlies and Nuggets just met one week ago today with the Nuggets winning 139-137 in double-overtime.  Familiarity favors defense and UNDERS, and I think we see a much lower scoring game in the rematch tonight.

That game was tied 116-116 at the end of regulation for 232 combined points.  It was a rare high-scoring game in this series.  They had combined for 205 and 200 points in their previous two meetings.  The UNDER is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings.  And I think they don't come close to topping 228.5 combined points tonight.

They Nuggets are without their top two point guards in Jamal Murray and Monte Morris and could be without another guard in Will Barton, who is questionable with a hamstring injury.  The Grizzlies could be without Jaren Jackson Jr. tonight, who is questionable.  And Memphis won't be looking to push the tempo playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a win in Portland yesterday and now having to go to the altitude in Denver.

Plays on the UNDER On road teams where the total is 220 or higher (Memphis) - revenging a same-season loss, a tired team playing their 4th road game in 7 days are 58-26 (69%) since 1996.  It's actually their 7th straight road game and their tired legs will affect their shooting tonight.  Take the UNDER in this game Monday.

20* NBA Eastern Conference TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Bulls/Heat UNDER 207

I really like the UNDER in this spot between the Bulls and Heat.  They just played on Saturday and now will be rematching on Monday.  Familiarity favors defense and UNDERS, and these teams just played to a 207-point game on Saturday.  It will be even lower-scoring in the rematch.

It will actually be the 3rd meeting between these teams in less than two months as well.  They combined for just 191 points in Chicago on March 12th before coming for 207 points on April 24th.  That game was a very low-possession game as the Heat attempted just 80 shots while the Bulls attempted 79.

Chicago has had to rely on defense without leading scorer Zach LaVine.  They have held their last five opponents to an average of just 102.0 points per game.  But their offense has taken a hit as well in scoring just 104.4 points per game in their last five.  The Heat are one of the best defensive teams in the NBA ranking 5th in defensive efficiency this season.  They are also one of the slowest teams, ranking 29th in pace.

The UNDER is 15-7 in Heat last 22 vs. a team with a losing record.  The UNDER is 8-3 in the last 11 meetings in Miami.  The UNDER is 4-0 in Bulls last four Monday games.  The UNDER is 10-3 in Heat last 13 Monday games.  Bet the UNDER in this game Monday.

15* NBA Monday UPSET SHOCKER on New York Knicks +3

What more do the New York Knicks have to do to get some respect from oddsmakers?  They have gone 10-2 SU & 12-0 ATS in their last 12 games overall with their only two losses both coming by exactly 2 points on the road to Brooklyn and Boston.  They have won and covered nine straight since those defeats with six wins by double-digits.

Now the Knicks are rested and ready to go playing just their 2nd game in 5 days and ready to extend their winning streak to 10 games.  They take on a tired Phoenix Suns team that is playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a 119-128 shootout loss at Brooklyn yesterday.  The Suns won't have enough left in the tank to match the energy level of the Knicks tonight.

New York is 16-1 ATS at home when the line is +3 to -3 this season.  The Suns are 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven road games.  Take the Knicks Monday.

20* NBA Eastern Conference GAME OF THE WEEK on Detroit Pistons +5

The Detroit Pistons have remained competitive despite being out of playoff contention.  And they are basically as healthy as they have been all season now with their best player in Jerami Grant (22.6 PPG) back in the lineup.

While the Pistons are rested after having yesterday off, the Atlanta Hawks will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days tonight.  This is also a huge letdown spot for the Hawks after two straight upset home victories over the Heat and Bucks their past two games.

They managed to win those games without Trae Young, Tony Snell, De'Andre Hunter and Cameron Reddish.  And all four will remain out tonight.  So being short-handed in this 5 in 7 days spot will make it even that much more difficult.  All five starters played at least 29 minutes for the Hawks last night.

Detroit is 20-5 ATS following an ATS loss this season.  The Pistons are 11-3 ATS after three or more consecutive losses this season.  The Hawks are 7-15-1 ATS in their last 23 games playing on zero rest.  Bet the Pistons Monday.

20* NBA Sunday Total DOMINATOR on Cavs/Wizards OVER 228.5

Any total that is under 230 points in a Wizards game is low and I'm going to be looking to back the OVER in these situations.  The Wizards are the perfect OVER team as they play at the fastest pace in the NBA at 106.5 possessions per game, which is nearly two possessions more than the next-fastest team.

The Wizards have really found their stride offensively with Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal finally healthy.  They have gone 9-1 SU in their last 10 games overall while scoring at least 117 points in each of their last seven games during this seven-game winning streak.

The Wizards should be able to name their score against a Cavaliers team that ranks 20th in defensive efficiency giving up 110.6 points per 100 possessions.  And I expect Cleveland to try and keep pace with the Wizards in this one and score enough to help push this game OVER the number.

Plays on the OVER on all teams where the total is 220 to 229.5 (Washington) - after two or more consecutive wins, with a losing record on the season are 118-61 (65.9%) over the last five seasons.  Take the OVER in this game Sunday.

25* NBA Western Conference GAME OF THE YEAR on Portland Trail Blazers -4

The Portland Trail Blazers are already highly motivated for a win Sunday after dropping four straight and six of their last seven all by single-digits.  They have four losses by a combined 5 points during this stretch.

That includes their 128-130 home loss to the Grizzlies on Friday.  Now the Blazers don't have to wait long for revenge as they host the Grizzlies again here two days later.  They will be the more motivated team, and that will lead to an easy win and cover as identical 4-point favorites that they were in the first meeting.

The Grizzlies are likely to be without Jonas Valanciunas again, and now they will also be without Jaren Jackson Jr., who has averaged 19.0 PPG since returning from injury.  He had 23 points in just under 25 minutes against the Blazers on Friday as they had no answer for him.  HIs loss is a big one.

Plays against underdogs (Memphis) - off an upset win as a road underdog, in a game involving two marginal winning teams (51% to 60%) are 91-54 (62.8%) ATS since 1996.  Plays on favorites of 3.5 to 9.5 points (Portland) - revenging a loss where opponent scored 100 or more points, while also off two or more consecutive home losses are 80-45 (64%) ATS since 1996.  

Portland is 8-2 ATS following two or more consecutive losses this season.  The home team is 7-1 SU & 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings.  Bet the Blazers Sunday.

15* Suns/Nets ESPN ANNIHILATOR on Phoenix +2.5

The Phoenix Suns are coming off a loss to the Boston Celtics on the 2nd of a back-to-back.  They have since had two days off to rest and get ready for this game with Brooklyn.  And the Suns haven't lost two in a row since late-January.  Phoenix is a perfect 9-0 SU & 9-0 ATS in its last nine games following a loss.

While the Suns are almost fully healthy, the Nets will be without James Harden once again.  They should have Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, but that won't be enough to take down the Suns.  And it's also a much tougher rest spot for the Nets who will be playing their 8th game in 13 days.

Phoenix also wants revenge from blowing a 21-point halftime lead in their first meeting this season to the Nets.  The Suns are 9-1 ATS off an upset loss as a road favorite over the last two seasons.  Brooklyn is 4-17 ATS in its last 21 home games after two consecutive division games.  The Suns are 15-3 ATS in their last 18 games following a loss.  Phoenix is 7-1 ATS in its last eight games as road underdogs.  Roll with the Suns Sunday.

20* NBA Saturday Undervalued Underdog on Minnesota Timberwolves +13.5

You're paying a tax to back the Utah Jazz at this point due to having the best record in the NBA at 44-15.  That tax has made it a profitable move to fade the Jazz here down the stretch as they are just 5-8 ATS in their last 13 games overall.

Now the Jazz shouldn't be laying 13.5 points against almost anyone because they are without their best player in Donovan Mitchell (26.4 PPG, 5.2 APG).  They are good enough to still win this game, but asking them to win by 14-plus points to beat us is asking too much.

The Timberwolves are playing their best basketball of the season here down the stretch.  They have recent upset wins over the Heat by 8 as 7-point dogs and the Kings by 14 as 3.5-point dogs.  The trio of Karl-Anthony Towns, De'Angelo Russell and Anthony Edwards are showing what they are capable of playing together and having a lot of fun despite being eliminated from the playoffs.  They will relish this opportunity to try and take down the 'best' team in the NBA.

The Timberwolves are 8-1-1 ATS in their last 10 games following a loss.  Minnesota is 14-3 ATS in its last 17 games vs. top-caliber teams that outscore their opponents by 9-plus points per game in the 2nd half of the season.  Take the Timberwolves Saturday.

20* NBA Saturday No-Doubt Rout on New Orleans Pelicans -2

The New Orleans Pelicans are sitting in 11th place in the Western Conference.  They are 3.5 games behind the Spurs for the 10th and final playoff spot.  It's safe to say this is a must-win for them, and they will be playing their most inspired basketball of the season tonight because of it.

It should be enough to get the win and cover against the Spurs are mere 2-point home favorites here tonight.  The Pelicans are coming off one of their best performances of the season in a 135-100 road win over the Magic to end a four-game losing streak in which they were in every game but just couldn't pull it out late.

Nobody has played a tougher schedule rest-wise than the Spurs since the All-Star Break.  THey haven't had two days off in a row since the break.  They will be playing their 25th game in 42 days here.  It's no wonder the Spurs are just 7-13 SU in their last 20 games overall.

The home team has won both meetings this season.  The Spurs are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games following a win by more than 10 points.  Stan Van Gundy is 40-19 ATS in home games after having lost four of his last five games as a head coach.  This is a great 'buy low' spot on the inspired Pelicans tonight.  Bet the Pelicans Saturday.

15* Nuggets/Warriors ESPN Late-Night BAILOUT on Golden State +2.5

The Denver Nuggets have managed to go 4-0 SU in their four games since losing Jamal Murray to injury.  But their luck runs out tonight after winning their last two games over Memphis and Portland by a combined 3 points.

The Warriors simply need wins more right now as they are fighting to make the playoffs.  And they have come up very clutch here down the stretch with the pressure on.  The Warriors are 5-2 SU & 5-2 ATS in their last seven games overall with their only losses both coming on the road to Boston by 5 and Washington by 4, two teams that are playing very well right now.

One of those wins during this stretch came 116-107 at home over Denver as 5-point dogs.  Steph Curry scored 53 points as the Nuggets had no answer for him.  And he is playing as well as he ever has right now, plus he is getting some help from Andrew Wiggins and Kelly Oubre Jr that he didn't have before.

The Warriors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven meetings with the Nuggets.  Golden State is 4-1 ATS in its last five home games.  The Warriors are 29-14 ATS in their last 43 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600.  Denver is 0-4-1 ATS in its last five trips to Golden State.  The Nuggets are 0-8 ATS in road games when revenging a road loss this season.  Roll with the Warriors Friday.

20* NBA Non-Conference TOTAL OF THE MONTH on Wizards/Thunder OVER 228.5

The Washington Wizards are one of the best OVER teams in the NBA and it's rare that you see one of their totals set lower than 230.  We'll take advantage today.  The Wizards rank 1st in pace this season at 106.4 possessions per game and their offense has taken off since getting Bradley Beal back from injury.

The Wizards have scored at least 117 points in six consecutive games now.  They should be able to name their number against a Thunder team that has just quit playing defense.  The Thunder have gone 0-12 SU in their last 12 games overall and it's largely due to that lack of defense.

Indeed, the Thunder have allowed at least 110 points in 11 of those 12 games and are giving up an average of 123.5 points per game during this 12-game skid.  But they have scored at least 104 points in five straight games and should be able to put up enough points to help us cash this OVER.

Plays on the OVER on road teams where the total is 220 to 229.5 (Washington) after two or more consecutive wins, with a losing record on the season are 56-20 (73.7%) over the last five seasons.  Bet the OVER in this game Friday.

20* NBA BLOWOUT GAME OF THE MONTH on Miami Heat -5

The Miami Heat have finally gotten healthy and are starting to play like the team that made it all the way to the NBA Finals last year.  They are currently the 7th seed in the East and want to avoid the play-in at all costs.  They trail the Celtics for the 6th seed by just one game, and the Top 6 teams don't have to play in the play-in games.

The Heat have made a statement here of late by going 9-4 SU in their last 13 games, including 3-0 SU & 3-0 ATS in their last three with an upset win over the Nets as 5-point dogs, a 22-point home win over the Rockets and a 20-point road win over the Spurs.

Now the Heat take on a depleted Atlanta Hawks team that will be missing their best player in Trae Young (25.3 PPG, 9.6 APG).  He left the Knicks' game last time out and they blew a big lead and went on to lose in overtime.  The Hawks will also be without DeAndre Hunter, Cam Reddish, Danilo Gallinari and Tony Snell.  They could be without Clint Capela, who is questionable.

Plays against home underdogs (Atlanta) - after covering four or five of their last six ATS, in a game involving two marginal winning teams (51% to 60%) are 42-15 (73.7%) ATS since 1996.  The Hawks are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games vs. a team with a winning record.  Bet the Heat Friday.

15* Lakers/Mavs TNT Total DOMINATOR on OVER 216.5

The Dallas Mavericks just aren't playing any defense right now.  They have allowed 113 or more points in six straight games now after their 127-117 win over the Pistons last night that saw 244 combined points.  This game against the Lakers should have no problem topping 216.5 combined points.

The Lakers have allowed 111 or more points in three straight games and four of their last five contests.  Their offense should get a boost tonight with the return of Anthony Davis to the lineup after missing the past couple months with an Achilles injury.  Now the Lakers are near full strength as they are only missing LeBron James.

This has been a very high-scoring head-to-head series in recent meetings.  Indeed, the OVER is 2-0 in the last two meetings with combined scores of 243 and 253 points.  That's an average of 248 combined points per game, so we are getting some great value here on the OVER 216.5 based off those recent results.

The OVER is 6-2 in Lakers last eight games overall.  The OVER is 4-1 in Lakers last five road games. The OVER is 4-1 in Mavericks last five games as a favorite.  Take the OVER in this game Thursday. 

20* 76ers/Bucks TNT No-Brainer on Milwaukee -5.5

The Milwaukee Bucks will be highly motivated for a victory tonight.  After winning three straight road games by a combined 73 points, the Bucks have come back and lost their last two home games in upset fashion to the Grizzlies and Suns, two teams playing some great basketball right now.

The Bucks are fully healthy and rested and primed for a big effort tonight.  They come in on two days' rest having last played Phoenix on Monday.  Meanwhile, the 76ers will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 3rd game in 4 days after a tough 113-116 home loss to the Phoenix Suns last night.

Ben Simmons, Tobias Harris and Seth Curry all sat out last night and are questionable to return tonight with various injuries and illnesses.  Now Joel Embiid is questionable with a knee injury and could sit on this 2nd of a back-to-back after playing nearly 33 minutes and scoring 38 points against the Suns last night.

The Bucks have owned the 76ers in going 9-4 SU in the last 13 meetings eight of those nine wins coming by 6 points or more.  The 76ers are 7-19-1 ATS in their last 27 games as road underdogs.  Milwaukee is 5-1 ATS in its last six home meetings with Philadelphia.  Bet the Bucks Thursday.

20* NBA Wednesday UPSET SHOCKER on Memphis Grizzlies +2

The Memphis Grizzlies have quietly gone 15-3 ATS in their last 18 games overall.  They have been underrated for over a month now.  They beat the Bulls by 11 and the Bucks by 13 in in their last two road games before losing in double-overtime at Denver despite leading basically the entire way.

Now the Grizzlies come in rested after having yesterday off.  The same cannot be said for the Clippers, who will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a 113-112 win over the Blazers without Damian Lillard in Portland last night.  They will also be playing their 5th game in 7 days and their 9th game in 14 days here.  

The Clippers won't have Kawhi Leonard, Serge Ibaka or Patrick Beverly again tonight.  Paul George played 36 minutes last night and it wouldn't be surprising if he rests either.  Either way, being short-handed already makes this spot even more difficult for the Clippers tonight.

Plays against all teams where the line is +3 to -3 (LA Clippers) - a good team outscoring opponents by 6-plus points per game, after allowing 105 points or more in three straight games are 43-16 (72.9%) ATS since 1996.  The Grizzlies are 7-1 ATS in their last eight road games and 6-0 ATS in their last six games as underdogs.  Bet the Grizzlies Wednesday.

15* NBA Wednesday Total DOMINATOR on Heat/Spurs UNDER 215.5

Two teams that prefer to play at slow paces square off tonight in the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs.  The Heat rank 28th in the NBA in pace this season while the Spurs rank 17th.  The Heat are 5th in defensive efficiency while the Spurs are 12th.  Miami is 23rd in offensive efficiency while San Antonio is 18th.

The UNDER is 3-0 in San Antonio's last three games overall as they combined for 213 points with Portland, 196 points with Phoenix and 203 points with Indiana.  The UNDER is 4-2 in Heat last six games overall as they combined for 205 points with Portland, 192 points with Phoenix, 216 points with Brooklyn and 204 points with Houston.

The Heat and Spurs have combined for 215 or fewer points in each of their lsat four meetings.  They combined for 209, 206, 215 and 183 points in those four meetings, respectively.  That's an average of just 203.3 combined points per game, which is more than 12 points less than tonight's posted total of 215.5.

The UNDER is 10-3 in Heat last 13 road games.  Miami is 8-0 UNDER in its last eight road games following two or more consecutive wins.  The UNDER is 11-4 in Spurs last 15 home games vs. a team with a losing road record.  Take the UNDER in this game Wednesday.

15* NBA Wednesday Undervalued Underdog on Detroit Pistons +10.5

The Dallas Mavericks aren't playing well enough right now to be laying double-digits to the Detroit Pistons.  The Mavericks are 1-4 SU & 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall which includes upset home losses to the Kings as 8.5-point favorites, the Knicks as 6.5-point favorites and the Spurs as 6-point favorites.  They also lost by 18 at home to the 76ers and their lone victory came by a single point at Memphis on a buzzer-beater.

The Detroit Pistons continue to play prideful basketball despite basically being eliminated from playoff contention.  They are 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall which includes two narrow defeats to one of the best teams in the NBA in the Clippers by 7 points on the road and by 2 points at home.

Now the Pistons get a big boost tonight as their best player in Jerami Grant is expected to return from a hamstring injury.  He has only played in two of their last seven games overall.  He averages 22.4 points per game and is one of the most improved players in the NBA.  Also, Cory Joseph (7.5 PPG, 3.2 APG) is expected to return from Bronchitis.

Plays against home favorites of 10 or more points (Dallas) - off an upset loss as a home favorite, a marginal winning team (51% to 60%) playing a bad team (25% to 40%) are 35-13 (72.9%) ATS since 1996.  Dallas is 1-9 ATS when playing against a bad team (25% to 40%) this season.  The Mavericks are 1-9 ATS after having lost four or five of their last six games this season.  Take the Pistons Wednesday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Warriors/Wizards UNDER 239.5

Both the Warriors and Wizards are fighting to make the playoffs in their respective conferences.  Both are surging right now with the Warriors going 5-1 SU in their last six games and the Wizards going 7-1 SU in their last eight games.  The turnarounds have come with some improved play on the defensive end of the floor from both teams.

The defensive intensity will be high in this game with both teams having a lot to play for.  And these teams just met on April 9th earlier this month with the Wizards winning 110-107 for 217 combined points, which is 22.5 points less than this 239.5-point total in the rematch.  So these teams are very familiar with one another having played less than two weeks ago, and familiarity favors defense and UNDERS.

The UNDER is 13-5 in Warriors last 18 road games.  The UNDER is 39-19 in Warriors last 58 road games vs. a team with a losing home record.  The UNDER is 9-3 in Wizards last 12 games overall.  The UNDER is 5-0 in Wizards last five home games.  

Golden State is 11-1 UNDER after covering three of its last four games this season.  Washington is 9-0 UNDER after two straight games where they attempted 90 or more shots this season.  Bet the UNDER in this game Wednesday.

20* NBA Tuesday Undervalued Underdog on Orlando Magic +12.5

The Orlando Magic are showing great value today as double-digit underdogs to the Atlanta Hawks. It's time to 'buy low' on the Magic, who have gone just 1-8 SU in their last nine games overall.

But the Magic have been competitive of late with an upset win over the Bulls, an 11-point loss to the Raptors and a 4-point loss to the Rockets. They still have some good talent in Wendell Carter Jr., Gary Harris, Cole Anthony and company to keep them competitive the rest the way.

It's also a great time to 'sell high' on the Atlanta Hawks after going 8-2 SU & 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall. Atlanta has only been a double-digit favorite once all season to this point, and that was a 10.5-point favorite over Detroit in their third game of the season. Atlanta is 1-3 ATS as a favorite of -7.5 or more this season.

The Hawks haven't won any of their past 14 meetings with the Magic by more than 8 points. That makes for a 14-0 system backing the Magic pertaining to this 12.5-point spread. Bet the Magic Tuesday.

20* NBA Tuesday No-Doubt Rout on New Orleans Pelicans -3

The New Orleans Pelicans will be highly motivated for a victory tonight. They have lost three straight games coming in including the last two by 2 points and in OT to the Knicks. They will get back on track here against the short-handed Brooklyn Nets.

The Nets will be without both James Harden and Kevin Durant tonight. Kyrie Irving isn't good enough to carry the load without both of those guys. While the Pelicans are fighting to make the playoffs and have more to play for at this point, the Nets are just trying to get healthy going into the postseason.

Plays on home teams (New Orleans) - revenging a loss by 10 points or more who are also off two consecutive upset losses as road favorites are 24-5 (82.8%) ATS since 1996. Take the Pelicans Tuesday.

15* NBA Monday Undervalued Underdog on Memphis Grizzlies +8

The Memphis Grizzlies have been grossly undervalued for weeks. They are playing their best basketball of the season right now and should not be catching 8 points against the Denver Nuggets. 

The Grizzlies are 11-6 SU & 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games overall. In those 17 games, they have lost by more than 7 points just once, making for a 16-1 system favoring them today pertaining to this 8-point spread.

If Denver was at full strength then maybe they could be close to an 8-point favorite here. But the fact that they are without their top two point guards in Jamal Murray and Monte Morris makes it obvious that they should not be 8-point favorites.

Denver is 1-9 ATS in its last 10 games after two straight wins by 10 points or more. Memphis is 6-0 ATS in its last six games vs. a team with a winning record. The Grizzlies are 6-2-1 ATS in the last nine meetings. Roll with the Grizzlies Monday.

15* Suns/Bucks Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Milwaukee -2

The Milwaukee Bucks are back to being fully healthy and are one of the best teams in the NBA when they are. We are getting them at a great value today as only 2-point home favorites over the Phoenix Suns.

The Bucks will be motivated to try and catch the Nets and 76ers for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. They are coming off a loss and facing a Suns team that has the second-best record in the Western Conference, so they will have no problem getting motivated to face them.

The Suns are finally starting to get too much respect from oddsmakers here late in the season due to that record after being undervalued pretty much all the way up until this point. They have failed to cover their last two games with an 8-point win over the Kings as 12.5-point favorites and a 26-point outright loss to the Spurs as 12.5-point favorites.

The Suns are 1-4 ATS in their last five road games. The Bucks are 17-5 ATS in their last 22 games following an upset loss by 10 points or more. Milwaukee wants revenge from a one-point loss in Phoenix as 4-point favorites in their first meeting this season. Now they are just 2-point home favorites in the rematch, so you can see the line value. The home team is 4-0 SU in the last four meetings. Take the Bucks Monday.

20* NBA Non-Conference TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Spurs/Pacers UNDER 232

The Indiana Pacers are a tired team right now. They will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back, their 5th game in 7 days and their 9th game in 14 days. They won't be looking to push the tempo today against the San Antonio Spurs.

The Spurs are more than comfortable playing at a slow pace. They rank 18th in pace this season and 18th in offensive efficiency. Both teams rank in the Top 13 in defensive efficiency. This 232-point total is simply too high tonight.

It has been inflated due to a recent high-scoring game that went to overtime between these teams on April 3rd. But familiarity favors defense and UNDERS, and it was a rare high scoring game in this series. In fact, 20 of the last 21 meetings have seen 231 or fewer combined points, making for a 20-1 system backing the UNDER pertaining to this 232-point total. Bet the UNDER in this game Monday.

20* NBA Western Conference TOTAL OF THE MONTH on Kings/Mavericks OVER 229.5

Defense is usually optional for the Kings and Mavericks, especially the Kings. Sacramento ranks 30th in defensive efficiency this season while Dallas ranks 17th. The Kings also like to push the tempo as they rank 8th in pace. This game should sail OVER the number tonight.

The OVER is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings and 4-1 in the last five meetings. The OVER is 20-8 in the last 28 meetings in Dallas. The Mavericks are 8-1 OVER in their last nine games after failing to cover the spread four of their last five games. The OVER is 14-3 in Mavericks last 17 games after failing to cover the spread in three or more consecutive games. Bet the OVER in this game Sunday.

15* NBA Sunday Total DOMINATOR on Blazers/Hornets OVER 217

It's time to 'buy low' on a Blazers OVER. They have gone under the total in four of their last five games overall. But they are still a dead nuts OVER team even without Damian Lillard because they still have McCollum, Powell and Carmelo Anthony running the show.

Portland and its opponents have combined for 221 or more points in 18 of their last 21 games overall. So this 217-point total is too low based on that. And Charlotte has no problem playing in a shootout, either. Charlotte and its opponents have combined for 218 or more points in 18 of their last 30 games overall.

The OVER is 3-0-1 in the last four meetings with combined scores of 223 or more points in all four games. The OVER is 4-0 in Blazers last four games as road favorites. The OVER is 8-1 in Blazers last nine non-conference road games. Portland is 37-19 OVER when the total is 210-219.5 over the last three seasons. The Blazers are 10-1 OVER in their last 11 road games vs. a team with a losing record in the second half of the season. Take the OVER in this game Sunday.

15* NBA Saturday Total DOMINATOR on Spurs/Suns UNDER 229

Two teams that play at slow tempos square off tonight when the San Antonio Spurs visit the Phoenix Suns. The Suns rank 25th in pace this season while the Spurs rank 18th.

The first meeting between these teams was very low-scoring and played at a snail's pace. The Suns beat the Spurs 103-99 for just 202 combined points with a total of 225. Now we have a 229-point total for the rematch, which is way too high.

The UNDER is 4-0 in Spurs last four games vs. a team with a winning record. Take the UNDER in this game Saturday.

20* NBA Saturday Undervalued Underdog on Los Angeles Lakers +6.5

This is a tough spot for the Utah Jazz. They will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a big comeback win over the Indiana Pacers yesterday. And now they will likely be without their best player in Donovan Mitchell, who had to have X-Rays on his foot after the game yesterday.

You're definitely paying a tax to back the Jazz at this point due to having the best record in the NBA, and that has shown of late as they are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games overall. It's a great time to 'sell high' on the Jazz.

It's also a good time to 'buy low' on the Lakers. They are coming off a loss to the Celtics and have been great off a loss. The Lakers are a perfect 5-0 SU & 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a loss. Bet the Lakers Saturday.

15* NBA Friday No-Doubt Rout on Portland Trail Blazers -2

It's a great time to 'buy low' on the Portland Trail Blazers after going 1-4 SU & 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall.  The four losses came to the Clippers, Jazz, Heat and Celtics.  Now they are highly motivated for a victory and take a big step down in class here against the San Antonio Spurs.

The Blazers are also rested playing on two days' rest since their one-point loss to the Celtics on Tuesday.  Meanwhile, it's a terrible spot for the Spurs as they play their first home game following a five-game road trip. 

I always like fading teams in their first home game back from an extended road trip because there are so many distractions they have to deal with.  And the Spurs are simply a tired team right now playing their 20th game in 37 days.  It's no wonder they are just 4-11 SU in their last 15 games overall.

San Antonio is 1-8 ATS in its last nine games after scoring 110 points or more in three straight games.  Portland is 4-0 ATS in its last four games vs. a team with a losing record.  The Spurs are 1-6 ATS in their last seven home games vs. a team with a winning road record.  Take the Blazers Friday.

15* NBA Friday Total DOMINATOR on Heat/Timberwolves OVER 219.5

The Minnesota Timberwolves are a dead nuts OVER team right now with Karl-Anthony Towns and De'Angelo Russell running the show.  They rank 3rd in the NBA in pace at 104.2 possessions per game and 27th in defensive efficiency at 112.3 points per 100 possessions allowed.

Minnesota has now played eight straight games in which they combined with their opponents for 222 or more points.  That makes for a perfect 8-0 system backing the OVER pertaining to this 219.5-point total.

The Miami Heat will be able to name their score tonight agaisnt the Timberwolves.  The OVER is 4-0 in the last four meetings with combined scores of 220 or more in each of the last three.  That includes a 129-126 win by the Timberwolves for 255 combined points in their most recent meeting.

Minnesota is 9-1 OVER after allowing 130 points or more this season.  Miami is 35-18 OVER in its last 55 road games following a loss by 10 points or more.  The OVER is 5-0 in Miami's last five games vs. a team with a losing record.  The OVER is 4-1 in Timberwolves last five games overall.  Take the OVER in this game Friday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Grizzlies/Bulls UNDER 226

Familiarity favors UNDERS and defense, and the Bulls and Grizzlies will be rematching from a game from just five days ago on April 12th.  The Grizzlies won that game 101-90 for 191 combined points.  I can't believe oddsmakers have set this total this high for the rematch, 35 points higher than they combined for in that first meeting.

And the big difference is the Bulls will be without leading scorer Zach LaVine (27.5 PPG) this time around as he is in quarantine.  The Bulls will have to slow it down and run their offensive through Nikola Vucevic, and they won't have the pick-and-roll option between those two that was working so well.

Chicago is 12-4 UNDER in its last 16 games when revenging a road loss.  The UNDER is 7-1 in Bulls last eight home games.  The UNDER is 3-0-1 in the last four meetings.  Bet the UNDER in this game Friday.

20* NBA Friday UPSET SHOCKER on Washington Wizards +2

The Washington Wizards are trying desperately to make the playoffs.  They have gone 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall and have gone 4-1 SU in their last five games overall.  That includes upset road wins over the Warriors and Jazz.

Now the Wizards are back home here hosting the New Orleans Pelicans.  The Pelicans have won three of their last four, but two of those were narrow wins over the Kings and Cavaliers.  They also lost by 10 to the Knicks last time out.

Having Bradley Beal back has made all the difference for the Wizards.  They are 4-1 SU & 5-0 ATS in the last five games in which Beal has played with their only loss coming by 2 points.  He leads the NBA in scoring at 31.0 points per game.  He and Russell Westbrook are forming a nice chemistry now, and the Wizards are as healthy as they have been all season.

The Pelicans are 10-26-2 ATS in their last 38 Friday games.  New Orleans is 1-5 ATS in its last six games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.  Washington is 5-0 ATS in its last five games playing on one days' rest.  The Wizards are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a win by more than 10 points.  New Orleans is 0-4 ATS in its last four trips to Washington.  Bet the Wizards Friday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Cleveland Cavaliers +8.5

The Cleveland Cavaliers are not just playing out the string.  They have gotten healthy here down the stretch and are playing some of their best basketball of the season.  They are 3-2 SU & 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall with double-digit wins over the Spurs by 24, the Thunder by 27 and the Hornets by 13.  They also nearly upset the Pelicans in a game they led most the way before faltering late.

The Warriors come in getting too much respect from the books after going 3-0 SU & 3-0 ATS in their last three games overall.  Asking them to win by 9-plus points to cover this number on the road is simply asking too much.

This is a much worse spot for the Warriors than it is for the Cavaliers.  The Warriors will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days.  They are already short-handed without three of their top six scorers in Wiseman, Paschall and Oubre Jr.

The Cavaliers will also be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back, but they had two days off prior to beating the Hornets last night, so they should still be fresh.  Only one player played more than 31 minutes for them last night.  And they could possibly get Collin Sexton back from injury after he sat out last night as he is listed as questionable.

The Warriors are 7-22-1 ATS in their last 30 games playing on zero rest.  Golden State is 1-5 ATS in its last six road games.  Cleveland is 6-1 ATS in its last seven games vs. a team with a losing record.  Roll with the Cavaliers Thursday.

20* NBA Wednesday Late-Night BAILOUT on Wizards/Kings OVER 236.5

Two dead nuts OVER teams square off tonight when the Washington Wizards visit the Sacramento Kings.  We should have this OVER 236.5 covered with plenty of time left on the clock in the 4th quarter with how these teams play.

Sacramento ranks dead last (30th) in defensive efficiency this season, giving up 115.7 points per 100 possessions.  Washington ranks 26th in defensive efficiency, allowing 111.5 points per 100 possessions.  The Wizards play at the fastest pace in the NBA at 106.1 possessions per game.  Sacramento plays at the 9th-fastest pace.

These teams played earlier this season on March 17th and combined for 240 points despite both teams shooting poorly from 3-point range.  Washington went 4-for-25 (16%) while Sacramento went 10-for-33 (30.3%).  They won't shoot that poorly again, and even if they do they still showed they could get to 240.  They also combined for 259 points in their previous meeting.

The OVER is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings in Sacramento.  The OVER is 8-2 in Kings last 10 games as home underdogs.  The OVER is 35-16 in Kings last 51 games following an ATS loss.  Plays on the OVER on all teams where the total is 230 or higher (Sacramento) - off a road loss, a marginal losing team (40% to 49%) playing another losing team are 34-11 (75.6%) since 1996.  Bet the OVER in this game Wednesday.

15* NBA Wednesday Undervalued Underdog on Oklahoma City Thunder +11.5

I've been fading the Oklahoma City Thunder with a lot of success because they were without five of their top six scorers for most of this stretch that has seen them go 1-10 SU & 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games overall with seven straight blowout losses by double-digits coming in.  But now it's time to 'buy low' on the Thunder tonight.

They just got two of those scorers back two games ago in Dort (13.3 PPG) and Bazley (11.9 PPG).  Dort went off for 42 points last night against the Jazz in a 10-point loss as 16.5-point dogs.  He was the only Thunder play to play more than 28 minutes last night, so they should still be reasonably fresh, especially since they had two days off prior to that game.  It will be just their 2nd game in 4 days.

The injury report for the Golden State Warriors right now doesn't warrant them being double-digit road favorites over the Thunder tonight.  They are without three of their top six scorers in Kelly Oubre Jr. (15.3 PPG, 6.0 RPG), James Wiseman (11.5 PPG, 5.8 RPG) and Eric Paschall (9.5 PPG).  The Warriors are just 4-8 SU & 5-7 ATS in their last 12 games overall with only two wins by double-digits.

Golden State is 1-9 ATS following two or more consecutive wins this season.  The Warriors are 0-5 ATS in their last five road games.  Oklahoma City is 14-3 ATS in its last 17 games after allowing 105 points or more in five straight games.  Roll with the Thunder Wednesday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Detroit Pistons +9

I absolutely love the spot for the Detroit Pistons tonight.  They come in on two days' rest after losing to the Clippers 124-131 as 13-point road dogs on Sunday.  Now they will be out for revenge as they get to host the Clippers this time around as 9-point home dogs.

The Clippers trailed by 5 points in that game entering the 4th quarter before outscoring the Pistons by 12 in the final period.  And Detroit's best player in Jerami Grant (22.5 PPG) didn't even play in that game and has been out since April 6th.  But Grant is expected to make his return to the lineup tonight as he has been listed as probable.

This is an awful spot for the Clippers, who will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days tonight after a 126-115 win in Indiana last night.  They will be without Patrick Beverly and Serge Ibaka and there's a good chance Kawhi Leonard sits tonight as he is listed as questionable.  Paul George played 38 minutes last night and could rest as well.  Either way, this is a tired team that won't be all that motivated to beat the Pistons for the 2nd time in 4 days.

Detroit is 9-1 ATS vs. good 3-point shooting teams that make 39% or better this season.  The Pistons are 12-2 ATS vs. good teams that outscored their opponents by 3-plus points per game this season.  Detroit is 7-2 ATS in its last nine games playing on two days' rest.  The Pistons are 8-1 ATS in their last nine games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.  Detroit is 19-7 ATS in its last 26 games following a SU loss.  Take the Pistons Wednesday.

20* Celtics/Blazers TNT Late-Night BAILOUT on Portland -1

The Portland Trail Blazers come in highly motivated for a victory after losing three of their last four games.  But two of those losses came on the road to two of the best teams in the NBA in the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Clippers.  The other was on the 2nd of a back-to-back against the Miami Heat.

Now the Blazers are rested after having yesterday off and should get back on track here against the Boston Celtics at home.  It's time to 'buy low' on the Blazers, who needed a few games to get Norman Powell and CJ McCollum implemented into the offense.  They also just got Jusuf Nurkic back from injury and are as healthy as they have been all season.  They will be a dangerous team moving forward.

The Celtics are getting too much respect from oddsmakers after winning three straight games coming in.  But two of those wins came at home over New York (by 2) and Minnesota (in OT).  The other was a road win over the short-handed Denver Nuggets who were playing without Jamal Murray.  This will be their stiffest challenge since a 10-point home loss to the 76ers prior to their winning streak.

The Celtics are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games following a SU win by more than 10 points.  Boston is 3-11 ATS in its last 14 games following an ATS win.  Portland is 4-1 ATS in its last five games following an ATS loss.  The Blazers are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 home games vs. a team with a losing road record.  The Celtics are just 11-16 SU on the road this season.  Bet the Blazers Tuesday.

20* NBA Tuesday No-Doubt Rout on Charlotte Hornets -1.5

The Charlotte Hornets have been one of the most underrated teams in the NBA all season as they are 27-25 SU through their first 52 games this season.  They have been especially underrated of late since some injuries have popped up as they have shown off their depth in going 7-4 SU & 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games overall.

Now the Hornets are in a much more favorable spot than the Lakers tonight.  They had yesterday off following a 101-105 home loss to Atlanta on Sunday.  That was a tough spot for them as it was their first game back home following a six-game road trip.  Now the Hornets are rested, refocused and ready to go tonight playing just their 4th game in 9 days.

Meanwhile, the Lakers will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 7th straight road games tonight after a 96-111 road loss to the Knicks last night.  They remain short-handed without LeBron James and Anthony Davis and have really struggled offensively without these two.  The Lakers are just 5-8 SU & 5-8 ATS in their last 13 games overall since losing LeBron.

Charlotte is 21-9 ATS in its last 30 games following a loss by 6 points or less.  Los Angeles is 4-9 ATS in its last 13 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.  The Hornets are 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games following an ATS loss.  The Hornets are 4-0 ATS in their last four games following a SU loss.  Charlotte is 6-1 ATS in its last seven games as a favorite.  Take the Hornets Tuesday.

15* Clippers/Pacers TNT ANNIHILATOR on Indiana +3

The Indiana Pacers are playing their best basketball of the season right now and it's due to being as healthy as they have been basically all season.  They have gone 4-1 SU in their last five games overall with road wins over the Spurs, Magic and Grizzlies.  Having Malcolm Brogdon and Domantas Sabonis healthy has made all the difference for them.

Now the Pacers should be able to take down a Los Angeles Clippers team that is short-handed and getting too much respect from the books after winning five straight games coming in.  Well, now they won't have their best player in Kawhi Leonard tonight, and they remain without both Patrick Beverly and Serge Ibaka.  They aren't good enough without those three to beat the Pacers with the way Indiana is playing right now.

Plays against road favorites (LA Clippers) - after four or more consecutive wins, a good team (60% to 75%) playing against a team with a losing record are 60-25 (70.6%) ATS over the last five seasons.  Indiana is 4-1 ATS in its last five games vs. a team with a winning record.  Roll with the Pacers Tuesday.

15* NBA Monday UPSET SHOCKER on Sacramento Kings +2.5

The New Orleans Pelicans are in a terrible spot tonight.  They will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back, their 5th game in 7 days and their 8th game in 12 days tonight.  They struggled with the Cavaliers last night and needed a late comeback to win 116-109 as 9-pint favorites.

They showed the fatigue against the Cavaliers last night, and it's going to be even worse tonight against the Kings.  Five different players played at least 31 minutes for the Pelicans last night, including 35 from Brandon Ingram and 36 from Zion Williamson.  Don't be surprised if Stan Van Gundy rests one or both tonight.

The Kings will test those tired legs because they like to push the tempo, playing at the 8th-fastest pace in the NBA this season.  They are rested and ready to go playing just their 3rd game in 7 days.  And it's a great time to 'buy low' on them off six straight losses against a very tough schedule.

The Kings have the Pelicans' number in going 3-1 SU & 3-1 ATS in the last four meetings.  New Orleans is 5-12 ATS in its last 17 games as a home favorite.  The Pelicans are 1-5 ATS in their last six home games vs. a team with a losing road record.  New Orleans is 6-18 ATS in its last 24 games after scoring 115 points or more.

The Pelicans are 1-11 ATS in their last 12 home games when playing against a team with a losing record in the 2nd half of the season.  New Orleans is 1-13 ATS in its last 14 home games vs. poor defensive teams that allow 46% shooting or higher in the 2nd half of the season.  Roll with the Kings Monday.

15* NBA Monday Undervalued Underdog on Washington Wizards +11.5

You're definitely paying a tax on the Utah Jazz at this point in the season due to having the best record in the NBA at 40-13.  Now they are laying double-digits to the Washington Wizards despite being without two of their best players in Mike Conley and Jordan Clarkson.

Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards are basically fully healthy right now and that hasn't been the case for much of the season.  Bradley Beal (30.9 PPG) was out from March 27th through April 7th.  He returned for two games against Orland and Golden State, and the Wizards won 131-116 over the Magic and upset the Warriors 110-107.  He sat out the 106-134 loss to Phoenix on the 2nd of a back-to-back, but he is expected back in the lineup tonight.

Washington hasn't lost any of its last four meetings with Utah by more than 11 points.  In fact, the Wizards pulled the 131-122 upset as 10.5-point dogs on March 18th in their first meeting this season.  Beal had 43 points in that game while Westbrook had 35 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists.  With these two healthy the Wizards can hang with the Jazz again tongiht.

Plays against favorites of 10 or more points (Utah) - after a blowout win by 15 points or more against an opponent that scored 55 points or more in the first half of two straight games are 38-12 (76%) ATS over the last five seasons.  Take the Wizards Monday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Wizards/Jazz OVER 234

The Utah Jazz have been an offensive juggernaut all season.  They rank 3rd in the NBA in offensive efficiency at 115.6 points per 100 possessions.  Amazingly, the Jazz have now scored 111 or more points in 34 of their last 36 games overall.

They should be able to name their score against a Washington Wizards team that plays no defense.  The Wizards rank 26th in defensive efficiency this season, giving up 111.4 points per 100 possessions.  They also play at the fastest pace in the entire NBA at 106.2 possessions per game, which is 1.5 possessions per than 2nd place, so they are a dead nuts OVER team.

The Wizards will definitely be able to keep pace with the Jazz now that they are basically fully healthy.  Bradley Beal (30.9 PPG) was out from March 27th through April 7th.  He returned for two games and scored 26 against Orlando and 20 against Golden State before sitting out the 2nd of a back-to-back against Phoenix.  Now he's back for this contest against Utah.

The OVER is 4-0 in the last four meetings in this series.  They have combined for 253, 248, 243 and 252 points in those four meetings and are averaging 249 combined points per game in those four meetings, none of which went to overtime.  So we are basically getting 15 points of value on this OVER 234 tonight.

Washington is 15-3 OVER in its last 18 games as an underdog of 10 or more points.  The Wizards are 9-1 OVER in their last 10 games against dominant rebounding teams that outrebound their opponents by 5-plus boards per game.  Washington is 8-0 OVER vs. very good teams that outscore their opponents by 6-plus points per game this season.  Bet the OVER in this game Monday.

15* NBA Sunday Late-Night BAILOUT on Heat/Blazers OVER 221.5

The Blazers were already a dead nuts OVER team because they rank 29th in defensive efficiency this season, giving up 114.3 points per 100 possessions.  And now they are an offensive juggernaut with the trade for Norman Powell from the Raptors and getting CJ McCollum back from injury in recent weeks.

The Blazers have scored at least 109 points in nine of their last 10 games overall.  They have also scored 108 or more points in 17 of their last 20 games overall.  They rank 7th in the NBA in offensive efficiency this season and have been even better than that in recent weeks.

Portland beat Miami 125-122 on March 25th for 247 combined points.  The OVER is now 5-1 in the last six meetings with 224 or more combined points in each of the last five meetings.  They have averaged 232.2 combined points at the end of regulation in those five meetings, which is roughly 11 points more than this 221.5-point total, so we are getting great value with this OVER.

The OVER Is 4-0 in Miami's last four games overall.  The OVER is 4-0 in Miami's last four games vs. a team with a winning record.  The OVER is 12-4 in Blazers last 16 games vs. a team with a winning record.  The OVER is 12-5 in Blazers last 17 games playing on zero rest.  Portland is 14-3 OVER in its last 17 games following two or more consecutive unders.  Take the OVER in this game Sunday.

20* NBA Non-Conference TOTAL OF THE MONTH on Bulls/Timberwolves OVER 230.5

The Chicago Bulls are playing great offensively now that they have Nikola Vucevic from the Magic combining with LaVine, White and company.  This is one of the more underrated teams in the NBA now in the Bulls, who haver scored 106 or more points in six consecutive games.

They face a Timberwolves team that will have no problem getting up and down with them.  The Timberwolves rank 3rd in the NBA in pace this season and just got De'Angelo Russell back from injury and will speed up the tempo even more now.  They also rank 27th in defensive efficiency this season.

The Timberwolves combined for 278 points with the Pacers two games ago in a 137-141 loss in regulation.  Then they went to OT against the Celtics last time out in a game that saw 248 combined points at the end of regulation.  And the Bulls and Timberwolves squared off earlier this season on February 24th in a game that saw 238 combined points at the end of regulation.

The OVER is 6-2 in the last eight meetings.  The OVER is 14-6 in the last 20 meetings in Minnesota.  The OVER is 7-2 in Timberwolves last nine games vs. a team with a losing record.  Minnesota is 8-1 OVER after allowing 130 points or more this season.  Bet the OVER in this game Sunday.

20* NBA Saturday Late-Night BAILOUT on Pistons/Blazers OVER 223.5

The Blazers were already a dead nuts OVER team because they rank 29th in defensive efficiency this season, giving up 114.3 points per 100 possessions.  And now they are an offensive juggernaut with the trade for Norman Powell from the Raptors and getting CJ McCollum back from injury in recent weeks.

The Blazers have scored at least 109 points in eight of their last nine games overall.  They have also scored 108 or more points in 16 of their last 19 games overall.  They will hang a big number on the Detroit Pistons, who have allowed 124 or more points in three of their last six games coming in.  

But the Pistons are playing much better offensively of late as they have scored 113 or more points in four of their last five games overall.  They have averaged 121.3 points per game in their last three games.  Plus, there's a good chance they get back leading scorer Jerami Grant from injury after sitting out last game.

The OVER is 11-4-1 in Pistons last 16 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.  The OVER is 5-1 in Pistons last six games playing on one days' rest.  The OVER is 13-5 in the last 18 meetings.  The OVER is 11-4 in Blazers last 15 games vs. a team with a losing record.  Take the OVER in this game Saturday.

20* NBA Saturday No-Doubt Rout on Philadelphia 76ers -11

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been playing without five of their top six scorers in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Darius Bazley, Al Horford, Luguentz Dort and Mike Muscala.  It's no wonder they have gone just 1-8 SU & 1-8 ATS in their last nine games overall with all eight losses by 9 points or more and seven by 11 points or more.

The last five games have been really ugly for the Thunder as they have lost by 37, 48, 24, 11 and 27 points.  That's an average loss of 29.4 points per game, which is why I have no problem laying the big number with the Philadelphia 76ers tonight.

The 76ers shouldn't even be considering a letdown here after getting upset by the New Orleans Pelicans last night.  And I'm not concerned about them playing the 2nd of a back-to-back either because they had two days off prior to that game against the Pelicans, so they should still be fresh enough to put away the overmatched Thunder.

The 76ers are 5-1 ATS in their last six games following a loss.  Philadelphia is 5-1-1 ATS in its last seven games as a road favorite.  The 76ers are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games vs. a team with a losing home record.  The Thunder are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games as home underdogs.  Bet the 76ers Saturday.

15* NBA Saturday Total DOMINATOR on Raptors/Cavs OVER 216.5

Two teams with little to play for at this point in the Toronto Raptors (20-32) and Cleveland Cavaliers (19-32) square off tonight.  I don't expect much defense to be played at all in this game, and this total is way too low for how these two teams have been playing of late.

The Cavaliers are coming off two of their best offensive performances of the season in scoring 125 points against the Spurs and 129 more against the Thunder.  Collin Sexton and Darius Garland are really starting to find their groove on offense.

The Raptors just haven't been playing much defense lately in giving up 109 or more points in 18 of their last 21 games overall.  But they are still a very efficient offensive team and should be able to hang a number on Cleveland, which ranks 21st in defensive efficiency this season.

The OVER is 5-1 in the last six meetings in this series with 221 or more combined points in five of the six.  They have averaged 228 combined points per game in those six meetings, none of which went to overtime.  So we are getting roughly 11.5 points of line value on this OVER 216.5 based on what they have averaged in their last six meetings.  Roll with the OVER in this game Saturday.

15* NBA Friday Late-Night BAILOUT on Houston Rockets +13.5

The Los Angeles Clippers are coming off a massive win over the Phoenix Suns last night in a battle to win the Pacific Division.  This is the perfect letdown spot for them, and I'll gladly fade them in this spot laying 13.5 points to the Houston Rockets.

The Clippers will now be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 3rd game in 4 days.  Kawhi Leonard played 37 minutes last night and Paul George 34 minutes.  Don't be surprised to see one or both of them rest tonight.  Either way, they won't be nearly as motivated against the Rockets as they were against the Suns last night, and they definitely won't be as fresh.

The Rockets have been much more competitive since getting their best player in Christian Wood back healthy.  They are 2-0 ATS in their last two games, taking the Suns to the wire in a 130-133 loss as 14-point dogs and actually upsetting the Mavericks 102-93 as 10-point dogs.  They had yesterday off and will be fresh for this game.

The Rockets are 4-1 ATS in their last five games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.  The Clippers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games vs. a team with a losing record.  Houston is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings in Los Angeles.

Plays against favorites of 10 or more points (LA Clippers) - after a home game where both teams scored 100 or more points, playing the 2nd of a back-to-back are 36-13 (73.5%) ATS since 1996.  Roll with the Rockets Friday.

20* NBA Friday Undervalued Underdog on San Antonio Spurs +7.5

It's time to 'buy low' on the San Antonio Spurs.  They have gone 0-4 SU & 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall coming in.  But they were a tired team with a lot of games recently.  They had yesterday off and I love the spot for the Spurs.

San Antonio will be out for revenge from a 96-106 road loss at Denver on Wednesday.  This is a double-header so they will be playing in Denver again tonight.  I expect them to be the more motivated team for revenge.

It's time to 'sell high' on the Nuggets after going 7-0 SU & 6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall.  After already beating the Spurs by double-digits just two days ago, they won't bring the kind of intensity it's going to take to beat the Spurs by 8-plus points tonight.

San Antonio is 22-5 ATS in its last 27 games when revenging a road loss by 10 points or more.  The Spurs are 64-34 ATS in their last 88 games when revenging a loss.  San Antonio is 11-4 ATS in its last 15 games as a road underdog.  Take the Spurs Friday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on New York Knicks +2

The New York Knicks will be highly motivated for a victory tonight after losing five of their last six games coming in.  Those losses came to the Heat, Mavericks, Nets, Celtics and Timberwolves with three of them coming by 2 points or less.  So they have played a tough schedule during this run and they have been competitive.

While it's time to 'buy low' on the Knicks, it's definitely time to 'sell high' on the Grizzlies.  They have gone 5-1 SU & 6-0 ATS in their last six games overall.  But they have played a pretty weak schedule during this stretch with their only impressive win coming on the road at Miami.

This will be the 4th road game in 6 days for the Grizzlies.  While the Knicks are as healthy as they have been all season, the Grizzlies will be without Clarke, Winslow and Melton.  Ja Morant is battling through a back injury as well, though he is expected to play tonight.

The Knicks are 10-1 ATS at home with a line of +3 to -3 this season.  New York is 11-3 ATS in its last 14 games following a SU loss.  The Knicks are 18-8-1 ATS in their last 27 games overall.  Bet the Knicks Friday.

15* NBA Thursday Total DOMINATOR on Blazers/Jazz OVER 229.5

The Portland Trail Blazers are a dead nuts over team now that they have a healthy CJ McCollum (23.8 PPG, 41.1% 3-pointers) back in the lineup and trading for Norman Powell (19.4 PPG, 43.7% 3-pointers) from the Raptors.   Couple them with Lillard (29.2 PPG, 38% 3-pointers) and Anthony (13.6 PPG, 38.2% 3-pointers) and they are simply tough to tame.

But the Blazers have a key weakness and that is on the other end, where they rank 29th in defensive efficiency.  Only the Kings have been worse in that department.  So they are going to have to try and win shootouts moving forward.  They are 6th in offensive efficiency this season and face a Jazz team that ranks 3rd in offensive efficiency.

The OVER is 4-1 in the last five meetings in this series with 231 or more combined points in four of those five games and none of them going to overtime.  So there's clearly some value with this OVER 229.5 tonight, especially with the way the Blazers are currently built to operate compared to those previous five meetings.

The OVER is 5-0 in Blazers last five road games.  The OVER is 8-2 in Blazers last 10 games as road underdogs.  The OVER is 23-11 in Jazz last 34 games following a loss.  The Blazers have scored at least 109 points in eight consecutive games and 112 or more in seven of those.  The Jazz have scored 111 or more points in 26 of their last 27 games overall.  Take the OVER in this game Thursday. 

15* NBA Thursday Undervalued Underdog on Portland Trail Blazers +6.5

This is a great spot for the Portland Trail Blazers and a terrible one for the Utah Jazz.  The Blazers will be playing just their 2nd game in 5 days, so they are rested and ready to go.  And they have been playing great since getting CJ McCollum back from injury and trading for Norman Powell from the Raptors.  They are 5-2 SU in their last seven games overall with their only losses coming to the Bucks and Clippers.

The Jazz will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days tonight.  Making matters worse is that they are coming off a 113-117 (OT) loss to the Phoenix Suns last night.  Donovan Mitchell played over 40 minutes, Rudy Gobert over 36, Bogdanovic over 39 and Conley over 35.  The Jazz simply won't have much left in the tank for the Blazers tonight.

Portland is 12-4 ATS in road games vs. teams that score 110 or more points per game this season.  The Blazers are 13-6-1 ATS in their last 20 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.  The Jazz are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as favorites.  They should not be 6.5-point favorites tonight given the terrible spot for them and the great one for Portland.  Take the Blazers Thursday.

20* Suns/Clippers TNT Late-Night BAILOUT on UNDER 222.5

It's a good time to bet an UNDER tonight between the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers, who are fighting for first place in the Pacific Division.  Defensive intensity will be high in this game, and that should lead to an UNDER.

There's value with the UNDER due to the Suns going over the total in five consecutive games coming in.  But the Suns just played an OT game against the Jazz last night that finished with 230 combined points when it was only at 204 combined points at the end of regulation.

Now the Suns will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and they won't be looking to push the tempo on tired legs.  After all, they rarely look to push the pace as they rank 26th in pace this season.  The Clippers also prefer to play slow as they rank 27th in pace.  But what makes both these teams so good is their defense.  The Suns rank 5th in defensive efficiency while the Clippers rank 9th and should be even better moving forward now that Patrick Beverly has returned from injury.

The Clippers and Suns have combined for 219 or fewer points in three of their last four meetings.  The UNDER is 15-5-3 in Clippers last 23 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.  Phoenix is 26-12 UNDER in its last 38 games vs. division opponents.

Plays on the UNDER on road teams where the total is 210 or higher (Phoenix) - revenging a loss against an opponent that is off two consecutive home wins by 10 points or more are 40-13 (75.5%) over the last five seasons.  Bet the UNDER in this game Thursday.

20* NBA Thursday No-Doubt Rout on Cleveland Cavaliers -3.5

The Oklahoma City Thunder are a mess right now.  They have gone 1-7 SU & 1-7 ATS in their last eight games overall with all seven losses by 9 points or more.  The last four losses have come by an average of 30 points per game.

They are struggling because they are playing without five of their top six scorers in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Darius Bazley, Al Horford, Luguentz Dort and Mike Muscala.  Making matters worse tonight is that they will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days for a team that is already short-handed.

The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to battle and are coming off an impressive 125-101 upset win at San Antonio as 8-point underdogs.  Now they've had the last two days off, so they will be rested and ready to go.  They should have no problem handing the tired Thunder yet another blowout defeat tonight.

Cleveland is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 road games when playing against a bad team that wins between 25% and 40% of their games.  The Cavaliers are 5-1 ATS in their last six games when playing on two days' rest.  Bet the Cavaliers Thursday.

15* NBA Wednesday Total DOMINATOR on Mavs/Rockets OVER 222

The Dallas Mavericks are hitting on all cylinders offensively with Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis both healthy.  They have scored 109 or more points in seven of the last eight games in which Doncic has played with the only exception coming against the Knicks, who play at a snail's pace and play great defense.

I think we are getting tremendous value with this OVER tonight due to the Mavericks going under the total in six of their last seven games overall.  And the fact that the Rockets have been an under team for the majority of the season, but that is no longer the case.

The Rockets have been much better offensively since getting their best player back from injury in Christian Wood (20.9 PPG, 36.6% 3-pointers).  The Rockets have scored 100-plus points in nine of their last 10 games in which Wood has played.  In their last two games, they hung 115 on the Pelicans and then 130 on the Suns, who are known for great defense.

The OVER is 4-1 in the last five meetings with combined scores of 241 or more points in all four OVERS.  The OVER is 6-0 in Mavericks last six road games vs. a team with a home winning % of less than .400.  The OVER is 21-10 in Mavericks last 31 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.  The OVER is 4-0 in Rockets last four games vs. a team with a winning record.  Roll with the OVER in this game Wednesday.

15* Pelicans/Nets ESPN ANNIHILATOR on New Orleans +9.5

The Brooklyn Nets are overvalued after going 21-4 SU in their last 25 games overall that has them sitting in a tie for 1st place in the Eastern Conference.  But I've been 'selling high' on them for weeks and cashing in, and I'll continue to do so tonight.

Despite their SU success the Nets are just 3-10 ATS in their last 11 games overall.  Eight of their last 10 wins have come by 9 points or fewer, and asking them to beat the Pelicans by double-digits to cover this spread is asking too much.  That's especially the case with James Harden, Landry Shamet and Tyler Johnson all out tonight.  I know Kevin Durant makes his much anticipated return tonight, but there's no doubt he will be on a minutes restriction and they will be careful with him.

It's a great time to 'buy low' on the Pelicans after going 1-3 SU & 1-3 ATS in their last four games overall.  They are coming off a 107-123 loss to the Hawks last night in which the Hawks made 11-of-11 3-pointers in the 3rd quarter to pull away.  The blowout nature of the defeat allowed the Pelicans to rest their starters late, and they should still be relatively fresh for this game against the Nets.  Zion Williamson and Lonzo Ball just returned to the lineup, and there's a chance they get Brandon Ingram back tonight.

The Pelicans are 4-0 ATS in their last four games following a SU loss of more than 10 points.  New Orleans is 4-1 ATS in its last five road games.  The Nets are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites.  Brooklyn is 0-6 ATS in its last six games vs. a team with a losing record.  Take the Pelicans Wednesday.

20* NBA DOG OF THE WEEK on New York Knicks +4

The New York Knicks are highly motivated for a victory after losing four of their last five games coming in.  Three of the losses were to three of the best teams in the NBA in the Nets, Heat and Mavericks.  They had yesterday off to regroup, and they are as healthy as they have been in a long time and nearly pulled the upset in a 112-114 loss to the Nets last time out.

Now the Knicks face a tired Boston Celtics team that will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a 96-106 loss to Philadelphia last night.  Both Evan Fournier and Kemba Walker will sit tonight, and Jayson Tatum (35 minutes), Marcus Smart (36) and Jaylen Brown (33) will still be tired after playing big minutes last night.  It will also be the 14th game in 23 days for the Celtics.

The Knicks went on the road and crushed the Celtics 105-75 as 7-point dogs in their first meeting this season.  New York is 11-2 ATS in its last 13 games after playing two consecutive road games.  The Knicks are 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games.  New York is 17-8-1 ATS in its last 26 games overall and remains undervalued tonight given the tough spot for the Celtics.  Boston is 1-6 ATS in its last seven games playing on zero rest.  Bet the Knicks Wednesday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Blazers/Clippers OVER 228.5

The Portland Trail Blazers are a dead nuts OVER team since getting CJ McCollum back from injury and Norman Powell from the Raptors via trade.  They are tough to tampe offensively as they have scored 109 or more points in seven straight games and 108 or more in 15 of their last 17 games.

The Blazers are also 29th in defensive efficiency this season, giving up 113.8 points per 100 possessions.  Only the Kings have been worse.  They face a Clippers team that ranks 2nd in the NBA in offensive efficiency at 115.7 points per 100 possessions.  The Blazers are 6th in offensive efficiency at 114.1 points per 100 possessions.

The OVER is 2-0 in the last two meetings in this series with combined scores of 239 and 233 points.  These teams should have no problem topping 230 combined points tonight given that they both as healthy as they have been in a long time.

The OVER is 7-2 in Blazers last nine games as road underdogs.  The OVER is 4-0 in Blazers last four road games.  Portland is 13-3 OVER in its last 16 games following two or more consecutive underdogs.  The Blazers are 25-8 OVER in their last 33 games after winning three of their last four games coming in.  The Clippers are 21-6 OVER in their last 27 games following a win over a division rival.  Bet the OVER in this game Tuesday.

15* NBA Tuesday Undervalued Underdog on Detroit Pistons +14

The Detroit Pistons just blew out the Oklahoma City Thunder 132-108 on the road last night.  It was their third blowout victory in five games as they also beat the Raptors by 14 and the Wizards by 29 recently.  They have no quietly gone 9-5 ATS in their last 14 games overall and have been a very profitable team to back of late.

The fact that they blew out the Thunder last night actually makes this 2nd of a back-to-back situation a lot easier on them tonight.  None of their starters played more than 23 minutes last night, and nobody on their entire team played more than 25 minutes.  They will still be fresh tonight, and this back-to-back situation is being factored into this line too much.

I think the Nuggets are starting to get bored.  That showed last time out as they trailed the Magic by 18 at halftime before coming back to win by 10.  That was an awful Magic team playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a loss in Utah the night before.  If the Magic could stay within 10 in that spot, the Pistons can certainly do the same.  The Nuggets are finding it harder to get motivated after winning five straight coming in, and it's time to 'sell high' on them.

Detroit is a perfect 7-0 ATS in its last seven games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.  They have been great at playing up to their level of competition this season.  The Pistons are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games playing on zero rest.  Denver is 8-18-1 ATS in its last 27 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400, so they have had a tendency of playing down to their level of competition.  Detroit is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings.  Roll with the Pistons Tuesday.

15* NBA Tuesday UPSET SHOCKER on Chicago Bulls +1

The Chicago Bulls just got both Zach LaVine and Coby White back from injury two games ago.  After a game effort without those two in a 5-point loss at Phoenix as 8.5-point dogs, they also took the Jazz to the wire in a 7-point road loss as 11-point dogs.  Then they came back and upset the Nets by 8 as 2.5-point dogs.

So the Bulls just showed they could hang with three of the best teams in the NBA in the Suns, Jazz and Nets.  And now I expect them to take down the Indiana Pacers tonight.  Nikola Vucevic is getting more and more comfortable with his new team, and the Bulls are definitely a 'buy on' team moving forward.

The Pacers just can't seem to stay healthy and it's a big reason they are just 7-12 SU & 5-14 ATS in their last 19 games overall.  T.J. Warren remains out, and Domantas Sabonis, Malcolm Brogdon and Jeremy Lamb are all questionable tonight.  The good news is I like the Bulls to win this game whether or not those three play.  If any of them sits it's an added bonus.

The Bulls are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games vs. a team with a losing record.  Chicago is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games playing on one days' rest.  Indiana is 5-16 ATS in its last 21 home games.  The Pacers are 0-7 ATS in their last seven games after allowing more than 120 points in their previous game.  Indiana is 0-5 ATS in its last five games playing on two days' rest.  Chicago is 16-6 ATS in all road games this season.  Take the Bulls Tuesday.

15* NBA Monday Total DOMINATOR on Wizards/Raptors OVER 228.5

Two great OVER teams square off tonight as the Washington Wizards visit the Toronto Raptors.  I think we see 230-plus points with ease tonight between these teams, which has been the case in recent meetings as well.

The OVER is 7-0 in the last seven meetings with combined scores of 230 or more points in all seven meetings.  They have averaged 241.7 combined points at the end of regulation in those seven meetings, which is roughly 13 points more than tonight's posted today of 228.5.

Washington is a great OVER team because they play at the fastest pace in the entire NBA at 106.3 possessions per game.  They also rank 26th in defensive efficiency, giving up 111.5 points per 100 possessions.  The Raptors play at the 12th-fasted pace and rank 14th in offensive efficiency.

Toronto is 8-1 OVER when playing against a bad team (25% to 40%) this season.  Washington is 8-1 OVER when revenging a home loss by 10 points or more this season.  The OVER is 7-0 in Raptors last seven games vs. a team with a losing record.  Take the OVER in this game Monday.

15* NBA Monday Undervalued Underdog on Dallas Mavericks +6

The Utah Jazz are getting a ton of respect from oddsmakers right now due to having the best record in the Western Conference at 38-11 this season.  It's time to 'sell high' on them tonight as 6-point road favorites over the Dallas Mavericks.

What seems to be going unnoticed is how well the Mavericks are playing of late when Luka Doncic has been healthy and in the lineup.  Indeed, the Mavericks are 6-0 SU & 6-0 ATS in the last six games in which Doncic has played.  They beat the Blazers by 40, the Timberwolves by 20, the Thunder by 21, the Celtics by 5, the Knicks by 13 and the Wizards by 22. 

The Mavericks will be highly motivated for a win tonight to get revenge from two road losses at Utah in their first two meetings this season.  The Jazz are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games vs. a team with a winning home record.  Utah is 3-7-1 ATS in its last 11 trips to Dallas.  Roll with the Mavericks Monday.

20* Knicks/Nets NBA TV No-Brainer on New York +5.5

The Brooklyn Nets have been money burners for weeks.  They are just 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games overall.  They continue to be overvalued due to going 20-4 SU in their last 24 games overall.  But most of their wins have been close of late, and getting 5.5 points with the Knicks tonight is too much.

This is a terrible spot for the Nets as they will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a 107-115 loss in Chicago last night.  They are already without Kevin Durant, and James Harden is questionable with a hamstring injury after sitting out last night.  Tyler Johnson is doubtful and Landry Shamet is questionable.  Irving (38 minutes), Harris (34) and Brown (30) all had to play big minutes last night against the Bulls.

The Knicks had yesterday off following their 125-81 blowout win at Detroit on Saturday.  They will be the fresher team, and they'll be highly motivated for revenge after losing their first two meetings this season with the Nets by 7 and 5 points.  They can stay within 5.5 in the 3rd meeting and possibly pull the upset given the favorable spot for them and the tough one for the Nets.

New York is 30-12 ATS in its last 42 games when revenging a same-season loss.  The Knicks are 8-0 ATS in their last eight games vs. good teams that outscore their opponents by 3-plus points per game in the 2nd half of the season.  New York is 7-2 ATS in its last nine road games vs. a team with a winning home record.  Brooklyn is 1-8 ATS in its last nine games as a favorite.  New York is 6-1 ATS in its last seven trips to Brooklyn.  Bet the Knicks Monday.

15* NBA Sunday Undervalued Underdog on Charlotte Hornets +9

The Charlotte Hornets are missing some players like Gordon Hayward, LaMelo Ball and Malik Monk.  But these injuries are being factored into this line too much, and asking the Boston Celtics to beat them by double-digits to cover this 9-point spread is asking too much.

The Hornets have proven they can still play well without Ball by going 5-2 SU & 6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall.  And they lost Hayward early in the game last time out and still went on the road and beat the Pacers 114-97 on the 2nd of a back-to-back.  They are a deep team that can handle these losses better than most teams.

The Celtics just aren't playing well enough to be getting this kind of respect from oddsmakers.  They are 4-7 SU & 5-6 ATS in their last 11 games overall with three of those wins coming against the lowly Magic, Thunder and Rockets.  It's worth noting the Celtics could also be without Jaylen Brown, who left last game with a knee injury and is questionable tonight.

The Hornets are 36-16-1 ATS in their last 53 games vs. a team with a losing record.  Charlotte is 7-1 ATS in its last eight Sunday games.  The Hornets are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall.  The Celtics are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games following a SU win.  Boston is 2-10 ATS in its last 12 games following an ATS win.  The Celtics are 2-12 ATS in their last 14 games following a win by more than 10 points.  Take the Hornets Sunday.

20* NBA Eastern Conference GAME OF THE WEEK on Chicago Bulls +3.5

The Chicago Bulls will be highly motivated for a victory tonight.  They have lost six straight games coming in, but covered in their last two in a 5-point loss at Phoenix as 8.5-point dogs and a 7-point loss at Utah as 11-point dogs.

If they can hang with both Utah and Phoenix, the two teams with the best records in the Western Conference, they can certainly beat the Brooklyn Nets tonight.  It's worth noting that the Bulls just got both Zach LaVine and Coby White back from injury for the Jazz game after they both sat out the Suns game.  And Nikola Vucevic is getting comfortable in their offense now.

The Bulls can certainly beat a Brooklyn Nets team that will be missing their two best players in James Harden and Kevin Durant.  The Nets were able to beat the Hornets without these two last time out, but they won't be able to beat the Bulls without them.  Especially not a Bulls team that is this motivated for a win and playing with a chip on their shoulder.

Plays against road favorites (Brooklyn) - after four or more consecutive wins, a good team (60% to 75%) playing a team with a losing record are 58-25 (69.9%) ATS over the last five seasons.  The Nets are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games as favorites.  Brooklyn is 0-5 ATS in its last five games vs. a team with a losing record.  Chicago is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 Sunday games.  Bet the Bulls Sunday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Orlando Magic +16

The Orlando Magic have been an undervalued commodity since trading away three of their best players in Aaron Gordon, Nikola Vucevic and Evan Fournier.  They clearly weren't going anywhere with those three, so it was time to move on.  And the roster that is left over isn't as bad as it is perceived to be, and these guys are playing with huge chips on their shoulders.

Indeed, the Magic have gone 3-2 SU & 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall.  They pulled the upset over the Suns as 9.5-point dogs, upset the Clippers as 11-point dogs and upset the Pelicans as 5-point dogs.  They also only lost by 3 as 7-point dogs to the Lakers and by 7 as 9.5-point dogs to the Blazers.  They got Wendell Carter Jr. and Otto Porter Jr. from the Bulls, and they've had several players step up that were already on the roster.

Now the Magic are catching a whopping 16 points against the Utah Jazz, who are overvalued due to having the best record in the Western Conference.  I faded the Jazz yesterday with success and cashed in the Bulls +13.5 in a 7-point loss, and I'll fade the Jazz again today in this awful spot.  

Utah will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and its 6th game in 9 days here.  Don't be surprised if they elect to rest some starters after all five starters played more than 30 minutes last night.  Either way, this is too many points.  Bet the Magic Saturday.

15* NBA Friday Total DOMINATOR on Thunder/Suns UNDER 219.5

The Phoenix Suns are so good this season because they play great defense and slow it down and get good shots on offense.  The Suns rank 23rd in pace this season at 99.1 possessions per game.  Phoenix ranks 6th in defensive efficiency, giving up just 107.2 points per 100 possessions.

Now the Suns take on the struggling Oklahoma City Thunder who are missing five of their top six scorers right now in Gilgeous-Alexander, Horford, Bazley, Dort and Muscala.  Ty Jerome is out tonight and Pokusevski is questionable.

It's no wonder the Thunder rank just 28th in offensive efficiency this season with all of the injuries they have sustained.  However, they have managed to stay more competitive than expected because they do play defense, ranking a solid 13th in defensive efficiency.

The first and only meeting between these teams this season saw just 199 combined points with a 102-97 upset victory by the Thunder.  The UNDER is 4-1 in the last five meetings in Phoenix.  The UNDER is 7-1 in Thunder last eight road games.  The UNDER is 50-22-1 in Thunder last 73 games as road underdogs.  The UNDER is 5-1 in Suns last six games playing on one days' rest.  Take the UNDER in this game Friday.

15* Bucks/Blazers NBA TV Late-Night BAILOUT on OVER 236.5

The Portland Trail Blazers are scary good offensively right now with the return of CJ McCollum (24.2 PPG, 4.7 APG) from injury and the addition of Norman Powell (19.4 PPG) from the Raptors.  These two going with Damian Lillard (29.8 PPG, 7.8 APG) and Carmelo Anthony (14.0 PPG) are going to make them very tough to tame.

The recent results with these guys have been tremendous as the Blazers have scored at least 122 points in three of their last four games overall.  But their additions won't help the Blazers much defensively as they remain one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA.  They rank 29th in defensive efficiency, giving up 114.5 points per 100 possessions this season.  Only the Kings have been worse.

This game will be a shootout as the Blazers won't be able to get stops against a Milwaukee Bucks team that ranks 5th in offensive efficiency at 114.2 points per 100 possessions this season.  They average 118.9 points per game this season and I see both teams topping 120 points in this one.

The OVER is 3-1 in the last four meetings with combined scores of 240, 266 and 243 points at the end of regulation in the three OVERS.  The OVER is 8-3 in Bucks last 11 games overall.  The OVER is 7-1 in Bucks last eight games following a win by more than 10 points.  The OVER is 4-0 in Blazers last four games overall.  Portland is 9-1 OVER in its last 10 games when revenging a blowout loss by 20 points or more.  Roll with the OVER in this game Friday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Chicago Bulls +13.5

It's time to 'sell high' on the Utah Jazz.  They have won seven straight games coming in with several in blowout fashion.  But they did have three wins by 4 points or less during this stretch as well, and they could be without their best player in Donovan Mitchell (25.7 PPG, 5.5 APG), who sat out last game for personal reasons and is questionable again tonight.

Conversely, it's time to 'buy low' on the Chicago Bulls off five straight losses.  They have been battling through injury and chemistry issues but could get both Zach LaVine and Coby White back tonight as they have both been upgraded to questionable.  The Bulls showed last time out that they could compete on the road with a team as good as the Phoenix Suns in a 116-121 loss as 8.5-point dogs despite not having both White and LaVine.  

Nikola Vucevic is getting more comfortable in the system after getting traded from Orlando.  And the Bulls want revenge from a 95-120 home loss to the Jazz that started this losing streak on March 22nd, but that was the 2nd of a back-to-back for them, while the Jazz were on two days' rest coming into that game.

The Bulls are 16-6 ATS in their last 22 road games, including 10-3 ATS in their last 13 games as road underdogs.  Chicago is 13-2 ATS in its last 15 road games after a non-conference game.  Plays on any team (Chicago) - revenging a loss by 10 points or more, off three or more consecutive road losses are 58-27 (68.2%) ATS over the last five seasons.  Bet the Bulls Friday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Warriors/Heat UNDER 220

We have two UNDER teams going at it tonight when the Warriors visit the Miami Heat Thursday night.  The Warriors are 28-19 UNDER in all games this season, while the Heat are 27-21 UNDER in all games.

The Heat have definitely been an UNDER team of late as five of their last six games have seen 215 or fewer combined points.  They have averaged just 205.5 combined points per game with their opponents in their last six games.  And now they will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back tonight after a 92-87 win in Indiana last night.  They will be on tired legs and won't be looking to push the tempo.

The Heat will control the tempo playing at home tonight, and they rank 27th in pace at 99.2 possessions per game.  They are also 5th in defensive efficiency.  The Warriors have quietly ranked 9th in defensive efficiency as they are one of the most improved teams in the NBA on that end of the floor.  They struggle to score outside Stephen Curry, which is why they rank just 22nd in offensive efficiency, but they have Draymond Green and Wiseman to anchor their defense.  The Heat are just 23rd in offensive efficiency this season.

This will be a rematch from a February 17th meeting between the Heat and Warriors that was tied 105-105 at the end of regulation for just 210 combined points before going over the total in overtime.  If not for OT, the UNDER would be 6-3 in the last nine meetings with combined scores of 218 or fewer points in six of those nine meetings.

The UNDER is 9-2 in Warriors last 11 road games.  The UNDER is 6-1 in Warriors last seven games playing on two days' rest.  The UNDER is 9-1 in Warriors last 10 road games when the line is +3 to -3.  Bet the UNDER in this game Thursday.

15* Hornets/Nets TNT ANNIHILATOR on Charlotte +3.5

The Brooklyn Nets are overvalued right now due to going 19-3 SU in their last 22 games overall.  I've been selling high on them for a few weeks now, and I'll continue to 'sell high' on them tonight as 3.5-point favorites against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Nets are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall.  They only beat the Pistons by 5 as 11-point home favorites, beat the Knicks by 5 as 8.5-point home favorites, lost outright to the Magic by 8 as 10.5-point road favorites, beat the Wizards by 7 as 9-point favorites, lost to the Jazz by 30 as 13-point dogs, only beat the Pistons by 2 as 6.5-point road favorites, only beat the Timberwolves by 5 as 10.5-point favorites and beat the Rockets by 12 as 12.5-point favorites in their eight non-covers during this stretch.  

As you can see, the Nets aren't blowing anyone out, and they haven't won any of their last 11 games by more than 12 points.  They trailed by 11 late in the 3rd quarter last night against the Rockets, so they used a lot of energy to come back from that deficit to win that game.  They did it all without James Harden, who left with a hamstring injury.  He is almost certainly going to be out tonight, and without him and Kevin Durant, this team is just not very good.  The Nets will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 3rd game in 4 days.  They won't have much left in the tank after that comeback against the Rockets last night.

Now they face a Charlotte Hornets team that is playing some of their best basketball of the season.  The Hornets are 4-1 SU & 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall with their only loss coming to the Phoenix Suns in overtime.  They have been way undervalued due to playing without LaMelo Ball, but they have the depth at the guard positions with Graham and Rozier to make up for his absence.

Charlotte pulled the 106-104 upset as 11-point dogs to a healthy Nets team in their last meeting this season.  Brooklyn is 1-9 ATS when revenging a loss as a favorite this season.  Charlotte is 5-0 ATS in its last five games playing on one days' rest.  The Nets are 0-7 ATS in their last seven games as favorites.  Brooklyn is 0-5 ATS in its last five home games.  The Hornets are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall.  These five trends combine for a 31-1 system backing Charlotte.  Take the Hornets Thursday.

15* NBA Wednesday Total DOMINATOR on Grizzlies/Jazz UNDER 227.5

This will be the 3rd meeting in 6 days between the Grizzlies and Jazz.  The just played a double-header in Utah on March 26th and 27th.  Familiarity favors defense and UNDERS, and I think this is the perfect spot to back the UNDER tonight, especially after those first two meetings went over the total.

The biggest difference here other than the familiarity is that Utah won't have leading scorer Donovan Mitchell (25.7 PPG, 5.5 APG).  He had 35 points in each of those first two meetings for 70 points across those two games.  That's a lot of production they are going to be missing, and it will certainly help us cash this UNDER ticket.

The UNDER is 30-10 in Grizzlies last 40 home games.  The UNDER is 14-3 in Grizzlies last 17 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.  The UNDER is 9-1 in Grizzlies last 10 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600.  The UNDER is 30-9 in the last 39 meetings in Memphis.  Take the UNDER in this game Wednesday.

20* NBA DOG OF THE MONTH on Memphis Grizzlies +5.5

I love the spot for the Memphis Grizzlies tonight.  They will be highly motivated for revenge after losing to the Jazz in back-to-back games on March 26th and 27th.  They lost by 3 on the 26th and by 16 on the 27th.  Now they get to face them just four days later and at home this time around.

The Grizzlies have been playing well now that they are healthy.  They have gone 4-2 SU & 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall.  The biggest difference here from those first two meetings is that they won't have to face Utah leading scorer Donovan Mitchell (25.7 PPG, 5.5 APG), who had 35 points in each of those two meetings with Memphis.  He's irreplaceable for this team.

It's mind-blowing that the Jazz are still 5.5-point favorites here without Mitchell.  It just goes to show how overvalued they really are right now due to having the best record in the Western Conference at 35-11, plus going 6-0 SU & 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall.  It's time to 'sell high' on Utah.

It's also worth noting the Jazz' plane had to turn around last night after hitting a pack of pigeons and having smoke coming out of the engine.  That's definitely a distraction heading into this game, and I just don't think they are going to be all that motivated to beat the Grizzlies a 3rd time in less than a week.

The Grizzlies are 6-1 ATS in their last seven home games.  Memphis is 4-0 ATS in its last four games playing on one days' rest.  Utah is 2-5 ATS in its last seven road games.  Memphis is 38-15 ATS in its last 53 home games following a road win by 10 points or more.  Bet the Grizzlies Wednesday.

15* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Houston Rockets +13

The Brooklyn Nets are overvalued right now due to going 18-3 SU in their last 21 games overall.  I've been selling high on them for a few weeks now, and I'll continue to 'sell high' on them tonight as massive 13-point favorites over the Houston Rockets.

The Nets are just 2-7 ATS in their last nine games overall.  They only beat the Pistons by 5 as 11-point home favorites, beat the Knicks by 5 as 8.5-point home favorites, lost outright to the Magic by 8 as 10.5-point road favorites, beat the Wizards by 7 as 9-point favorites, lost to the Jazz by 30 as 13-point dogs, only beat the Pistons by 2 as 6.5-point road favorites, and only beat the Timberwolves by 5 as 10.5-point favorites in their seven non-covers during this stretch.  

As you can see, the Nets aren't blowing anyone out, and they haven't won any of their last 10 games by more than 12 points.  That makes for a 10-0 system backing the Rockets catching 13 points tonight.  And this is a Rockets team that is improving now that they are getting healthy, mainly getting their best player in Christian Wood back from injury.

The Rockets have only lost one of their last five games by more than 10 points.  They upset the Raptors by 18 as 8.5-point dogs and upset the Timberwolves by 22 as 4.5-point dogs.  They also only lost to the Grizzlies by 10 and the Timberwolves by 6 in a game they should have won after giving up a big lead late in the 4th.

The Nets are 0-6 ATS in their last six games as favorites.  Brooklyn is 0-4 ATS in its last four home games.  The Nets are 0-5 ATS in their last five games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.  Brooklyn is simply just going through the motions of late, especially against bad teams.  They won't be all that excited to face the Rockets either, while Houston will relish this opportunity to try and upset the Nets.  Roll with the Rockets Wednesday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Orlando Magic +11.5

This is a terrible spot for the Los Angeles Clippers tonight.  They are coming off back-to-back wins and covers over Philadelphia and Milwaukee, and they have huge games on deck against both the Nuggets and Lakers in their next two games.  This is the letdown spot where they don't show up tonight against the Orlando Magic, which is going to make it very difficult to cover this 11.5-point spread.

That's not the only reason its a terrible spot for the Clippers, either.  They are a tired team right now playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after their win over the Bucks last night.  They will also be playing their 5th game in 7 days tonight, which is about as tough a spot as there is in the NBA today.  Paul George sat out last night and is questionable tonight.  Serge Ibaka, Patrick Beverly and Rajon Rondo are all questionable.  And don't be surprised if they sit Kawhi Leonard to rest after he played more than 36 minutes last night.

The Magic are about as undervalued a team as you will find right now.  They just traded away three of their best players in Vucevic, Gordon and Fournier.  But they have gone 1-2 SU & 3-0 ATS in their last three games overall.  They upset the Suns as 9.5-point dogs, only lost to the Blazers by 7 as 9.5-point dogs, and only lost to the Lakers by 3 as 7-point dogs.  They have some good new players in Wendell Carter Jr. and Otto Porter Jr. from the Bulls, and they are expected to get Terrance Ross back in the lineup tonight from a knee injury.  This team is playing with a chip on their shoulder right now after all these trades and will relish this opportunity to try and beat the Clippers.

Plays against favorites of 10 or more points (LA Clippers) - after a home game where both teams scored 100 points or more, playing the 2nd of a back-to-back are 35-11 (76.1%) ATS since 1996.  The Magic are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games vs. a team with a winning record.  They just played the Suns, Blazers and Lakers all tough, so they can certainly hang with the Clippers, too.  Take the Magic Tuesday.

15* NBA Tuesday Total DOMINATOR on 76ers/Nuggets OVER 220.5

The Denver Nuggets have been the most efficient offensive team in the NBA since the beginning of March.  They are averaging 119.9 points per 100 possessions.  They have scored at least 110 points in 16 of their last 19 games overall.

The Philadelphia 76ers aren't as good defensively without Joel Embiid inside, but they haven't suffered much offensively, and they actually play at a faster tempo without him.  The 76ers have scored 108 or more points in 19 of their last 23 games overall.

Denver is 7-0 OVER after outrebounding its last opponents by 15 or more this season.  The OVER is 5-0 in 76ers last five games as road underdogs.  The OVER is 4-0 in Nuggets last four games following an ATS win.  The OVER is 24-11 in Nuggets last 35 games playing on one days' rest.  Roll with the OVER in this game Tuesday.

15* NBA Monday Undervalued Underdog on Cleveland Cavaliers +16

The Utah Jazz are way overvalued right now due to having the best record in the Western Conference at 34-11 and winning five straight games coming in, including three in blowout fashion.  

It's definitely time to 'sell high' on the Jazz now in their second-largest favorite role of the entire season.  The last time they were this big of a favorite they failed to cover as 19-point favorites in a 15-point win over Houston, which was mired in a 20-plus game losing streak.

The Cavaliers are much better than the Rockets, and they will give the Jazz more of a battle than they are prepared for.  Cleveland is 3-4 SU but 4-3 ATS in its last seven games overall with upset wins over Boston as 7.5-point dogs, Toronto as 7.5-point dogs and Chicago as 7.5-point dogs.  They also covered in a 2-point loss to Sacramento as 9-point dogs.  

Leading scorer Collin Sexton (24.0 PPG, 4.3 APG) returned from a hamstring injury and scored 26 points against the Kings.  Having him healthy makes all the difference for this team.  He had 36 points in the upset of Toronto and 29 in the upset of Boston.

Plays against favorites of 10 or more points (Utah) - a good team with a +7 PPG or better scoring margin against a bad team with a -7 PPG or worse scoring margin on the season after 42-plus game, after a game where both teams scored 105 or more points are 23-5 (82.1%) ATS since 1996.  I think the Jazz take the Cavaliers lightly tonight as well, which will help them get the cover.  Roll with the Cavaliers Monday.

15* NBA Monday Total DOMINATOR on Kings/Spurs OVER 228

This is a very low total for a Kings game this season.  The Kings have been one of the best OVER teams in the NBA this season as they are 27-19 OVER in their 46 games.  They are dead last (30th) in defensive efficiency, giving up 115.7 points per 100 possessions.  They also play at the 10th-fastest pace in the NBA this season.

The Spurs will oblige as they also like to push the tempo, shoot a lot of 3-pointers and play little defense.  The last time these teams squared off the Spurs won 129-120 for 249 combined points.  There's definitely some value on the OVER tonight given how both teams like to play.

Plays on the OVER on road teams where the total is 220 to 229.5 (Sacramento) - off two or more consecutive wins, with a losing record on the season are 52-19 (73.2%) over the last five seasons.

Sacramento is 17-7 OVER when the total is 220 to 229.5 this season.  The OVER is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings.  The OVER is 35-17 in Kings last 52 games following an ATS loss.  The OVER is 9-4 in Spurs last 13 games vs. a team with a losing record.  Take the OVER in this game Monday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Minnesota Timberwolves +11.5

Lines on the Brooklyn Nets have gotten out of hand recently due to their current 17-3 SU run.  I've been 'selling high' on them for weeks, and I'll continue to do so tonight as they are 11.5-point favorites here against the Minnesota Timberwolves now.

The Nets are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight games overall despite going 6-2 SU during this stretch.  They beat Detroit by 2 as 6.5-point favorites, lost to the Jazz by 30 as 13-point dogs, only beat the Wizards by 7 as 9-point home favorites, lost outright to the Magic by 8 as 10.5-point favorites, only beat the Knicks by 5 as 8.5-point favorites and also beat the Pistons by 5 as 11-point favorites.

The Timberwolves have been much more competitive since returning from the All-Star Break.  They have gone 4-6 SU & 5-5 ATS in their last 10 games overall with upset wins over the Pelicans by 30 as 8-point dogs, by 2 over the Blazers as 5.5-point dogs and by 4 over the Suns as 11-point dogs.  They just got second-leading scorer Malik Beasley (20.3 PPG) back from a 12-game suspension on Saturday and will be an even more dangerous team with him back in the lineup moving forward.

Plays on underdogs (Minnesota) off an upset loss by 10 points or more as a favorite, a tired team playing 8 or more games in 14 days are 44-19 (69.8%) ATS over the last five seasons.  They aren't that tired as they had yesterday off, and they'll have no problem getting motivated to face the Nets after they weren't motivated against the Rockets on Saturday after beating them Friday.  The Timberwolves are 24-8 ATS in the last 32 meetings.  The Nets are 0-5 ATS in their last five games as favorites.  Bet the Timberwolves Monday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Toronto Raptors ML -113

It's a great time to 'buy low' on the Toronto Raptors right now.  They are 1-10 SU & 4-7 ATS in their last 11 games overall.  But the majority of those games came without three of their best players in Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam and OG Onunoby who combine to average 54.5 points per game.

Those three are back now and the Raptors have been much more competitive against some very good competition.  They have also put the trade rumors behind them that distracted them before the deadline.  They beat the Nuggets by 24 two games ago before losing a tough one by 4 points to the Suns last time out.

The Blazers come in overvalued after winning five of their last seven games overall.  Their last win came by just 7 points over a depleted Orlando Magic team that just traded everyone away.  Now the Blazers will be playing their 10th game in 16 days here and are a tired team.  Star PG Damian Lillard is questionable tonight with a knee injury as well.

Plays against road teams (Portland) - a tired team playing their 3rd game in 4 days, a good team (60% to 75%) playing a bad team (25% to 40%) are 52-22 (70.3%) ATS over the last five seasons.  Toronto also wants revenge from a 1-point loss in Portland in their first meeting this season.  The Blazers are 6-15 ATS in their last 21 road games vs. a team with a losing home record.  Toronto is 7-2 ATS in its last nine games vs. a team with a winning record.  Take the Raptors Sunday.

15* NBA TOTAL OF THE DAY on Grizzlies/Jazz UNDER 228.5

This is one of my favorite spots to back an UNDER.  This is a double-header between the Grizzlies and Jazz.  They just played yesterday and now they will play again today.  Familiarity favors defense and low-scoring games.

The Jazz won 117-114 last night for 231 combined points.  It was a frantic 4th quarter with the Grizzlies making a big comeback that led to a big 4th quarter points-wise.  Now we just need one less 3-pointer to cash this UNDER 228.5, which shouldn't be a problem considering both teams will be playing on tired legs and the pace should be much slower because of it.

Memphis is 13-2 UNDER in its last 15 games after trailing in its previous game by 15 points or more at halftime.  Utah is 49-20 UNDER In its last 69 games off a close home win by 3 points or less.  The UNDER is 7-1 in Grizzlies last eight games as underdogs.  The UNDER is 17-5 in Grizzlies last 22 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.  The UNDER is 4-1 in Jazz last five games overall.  The UNDER is 11-5 in Grizzlies last 16 games overall.  Take the UNDER in this game Saturday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Oklahoma City Thunder +9.5

The Boston Celtics are in a terrible spot tonight.  Asking them to go on the road and beat the Oklahoma City by double-digits to beat us is simply asking too much given the difficulty of the spot for them.

The Celtics will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days.  They will be playing their fourth straight road game as well, so there has been a lot of travel involved.  And it will also be the 8th game in 12 days for the Celtics here.  

It's no wonder the Celtics have gone just 2-5 SU & 3-4 ATS in their last seven games overall given how tired they are.  And now they find themselves in a letdown spot off a shocking upset of the Bucks last night.  There's no way they'll be able to get up emotionally for the Thunder like they were against the Bucks last night.

Oklahoma City has been grossly undervalued all season, especially of late.  They have gone 5-5 SU in their last 10 games overall.  They have played many of those games without their best player in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and they will be without him again, which is why this line is so high.  But it's a great spot for the Thunder as they come in on two days' rest, so they will be able to adjust without him.

The Celtics are 1-11 ATS in their last 12 games following a SU win.  Boston is 0-6 ATS in its last six games playing on zero rest.  The Celtics are 3-11 ATS as road favorites this season.  Oklahoma City is 51-33 ATS in its last 84 games as an underdog.  Bet the Thunder Saturday.

20* NBA Saturday Undervalued Underdog on Memphis Grizzlies +10.5

I cashed in the Grizzlies last night as 10-point underdogs against the Utah Jazz in their 114-117 loss.  I'm certainly back on them again today as they will be the team out for revenge, and they already proved they could hang with the Jazz.  There's no way they should be double-digit dogs again here.

The Jazz remain overvalued here due to having the best record in the Western Conference at 33-11.  It's time to 'sell high' on them, especially after two straight blowout wins over the Bulls by 25 and Nets by 30 coming into this double-header with Memphis.  But both of those teams were playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and were short-handed.

This double-header against the Grizzlies is clearly a step up in class for the Jazz.  The Grizzlies are playing their best basketball of the season right now due to being fully healthy.  Memphis had won three straight prior to yesterday and is now 10-3 ATS in its last 13 games overall.  Yet, the Grizzlies continue to get zero respect from oddsmakers tonight as double-digit dogs again.

Plays against favorites of 10 or more points (Utah) - after a home games where both teams scored 100 or more points, when playing the 2nd of a back-to-back are 35-11 (76.1%) ATS since 1996.

Memphis is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games when its opponent scored 100 points or more in their previous game.  The Grizzlies are 6-2 ATS in their last eight trips to Salt Lake City.  Memphis is 7-2 ATS in its last nine games following an ATS win.  The Grizzlies are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games following a SU loss.  Bet the Grizzlies Saturday.

15* NBA Eastern Conference ANNIHILATOR on New York Knicks +9.5

The New York Knicks have been grossly undervalued all season, especially of late.  They are 23-2 SU & 26-18-1 ATS this season, including 8-5 SU & 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 games overall.  And each of their last three losses all came by 5 points or fewer.

Their last blowout loss came at Milwaukee 101-134 on March 11th, and now they will be looking to get revenge from that defeat.  Given the tough spot for the Bucks tonight, I like the Knicks' chances of staying within single-digits or possibly pulling off the upset to cover this spread in the rematch.

The Bucks will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 3rd game in 4 days after losing 114-122 to the Celtics last night.  And it's a great time to sell high on the Bucks, who have gone 13-2 SU in their last 15 games overall and are starting to get too much respect from oddsmakers because of it.  And keep in mind the Knicks did beat the Bucks 130-110 as 13-point dogs in their first meeting this season.

New York is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 games when revenging a road blowout loss by 20 points or more.  Milwaukee is 6-16 ATS as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points this season.  New York is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 Saturday games.  Milwaukee is 1-5 ATS in its last six games following a SU loss.  Take the Knicks Saturday.

15* NBA Saturday Total DOMINATOR on Rockets/Timberwolves UNDER 227.5

This is one of my favorite spots to back an UNDER.  This is a double-header between the Rockets and Timberwolves.  They just played yesterday and they will play again today.  Familiarity favors defense and low-scoring games.

The Timberwolves won 107-101 last night for just 208 combined points.  Now the books have come back with a 227.5-point total for the rematch, which is clearly too high.  The Rockets even made 17 3-pointers last night and still only scored 101 points.

Offense has been a problem for the Rockets all season as they rank just 29th in offensive efficiency at 102.8 points per 100 possessions.  The Timberwolves haven't been much better, ranking 26th at 104.3 points per 100 possessions.  And with both teams playing on tired legs, this game should be played at an even slower pace than it was yesterday.

Houston is 11-1 UNDER vs. poor foul drawing teams that attempt 21 or fewer free throws per game this season.  The Rockets are 13-3 UNDER in their last 16 games following a loss by 6 points or less.  The UNDER is 40-14-1 in Rockets last 55 games after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game.  The UNDER is 6-1 in Timberwolves last seven games as favorites.  Roll with the UNDER in this game Saturday.

15* Cavs/Lakers NBA Late-Night BAILOUT on Cleveland +4

Life without Lebron James and Anthony Davis has been hard for the Lakers.  They have gone 0-4 SU & 0-4 ATS in their last four games without them while losing those four games by an average of 11.8 points per game.

It's not going to get any easier tonight as now the Lakers will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 5th game in 7 days while being short-handed.  Kyle Kuzma played over 41 minutes, Dennis Schroeder over 38, Harrell over 32 and Caldwell-Pop over 30 for the Lakers in last night's 101-109 loss to the 76ers.  They won't have much left in the tank tonight.

There's no way the Lakers should be 4-point favorites over the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight given the tough spot for them.  This is a Cleveland team that has been a lot more competitive in recent weeks in going 7-6 SU & 8-5 ATS in their last 13 games overall.  This is definitely a game they can win outright as they have recent upset wins over the Hawks, 76ers, Celtics, Raptors and Bulls during this stretch.  They even upset the Bulls without Collin Sexton, and there's a chance he returns tonight as he is listed as questionable.

Plays on road underdogs (Cleveland) off a road win, a bad team (25% to 40%) playing a team with a winning record are 52-22 (70.3%) ATS over the last five seasons.  Los Angeles is 1-8 ATS in home games vs. teams that are outscored by 3-plus points per game this season.  Bet the Cavaliers Friday.

20* NBA DOG OF THE WEEK on Memphis Grizzlies +10

The Utah Jazz are overvalued right now due to having the best record in the Western Conference at 32-11.  It's time to 'sell high' on them, especially off two straight blowout wins over the Bulls by 25 and the Nets by 30.  But both of those teams were playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and both were short-handed.

Now the Jazz take a step up in class here against a Memphis Grizzlies team that has been playing some of their best basketball of the season now that they are finally healthy.  Indeed, the Grizzlies have won three straight games and are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games overall.  Yet, they are getting zero respect from oddsmakers tonight as double-digit underdogs.

The Grizzlies are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games playing on one days' rest.  Memphis is 9-2 ATS in its last 11 games when its opponent scored 100 points or more in their previous game.  The Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS in their last six games following a SU win.  Memphis is 5-2 ATS in its last seven trips to Salt Lake City.  Roll with the Grizzlies Friday.

15* NBA Friday Total DOMINATOR on Pacers/Mavericks OVER 228

The Dallas Mavericks are a great OVER team because they rank 9th in the NBA in offensive efficiency and 23rd in defensive efficiency.  Indiana plays at a fast pace (9th) and has been a much-improved offensive team since getting some guys back healthy.  The result should be a shoot tonight between these two that sees 230-plus combined points.

The Mavericks have scored 128, 132 and 119 points in their last three games overall.  They should hang a big number on a Pacers defense that has allowed 110 or more points in 15 of their last 17 games overall.  But the Pacers have picked it up offensively in scoring 109 or more points in five straight while averaging 118.0 points per game during this stretch.  Getting Caris LeVert healthy has made a big difference for them.

These teams just played earlier this year with the Mavericks winning 124-112 for 236 combined points.  The Pacers are 8-0 OVER when revenging a same-season loss this season.  Indiana is 9-0 OVER in its last nine games when revenging a loss where opponents scored 110 or more points.  The OVER is 10-1 in Pacers last 11 games playing on one days' rest.  The OVER is 10-2 in Pacers last 12 road games.  The OVER is 10-4 in the last 14 meetings.  The OVER is 6-1 in the last seven meetings in Dallas.  Bet the OVER in this game Friday.

20* NBA Western Conference TOTAL OF THE MONTH on Nuggets/Pelicans UNDER 232

This is one of my favorite spots to back an UNDER.  The Nuggets and Pelicans just played on Sunday with the Pelicans winning 113-108 for 221 combined points.  Now they face each other five days later on Friday.  Familiarity favors UNDER and defense.

It's worth noting that both the Pelicans and Nuggets shot well in that game as the Nuggets shot 50% while the Pelicans shot 48.2%.  So it was played at a snail's pace, and that should be the case again here in the rematch.

These teams just match up well for UNDERS, clearly.  The UNDER is 5-1 in the last six meetings.  They have combined for 232 or fewer points in all six meetings and an average of just 219.5 points per game, which is 12.5 points per game less than this 232-point total.  So there's a ton of value with the UNDER tonight.

The UNDER is 4-1 in Nuggets last five road games.  The UNDER is 5-1 in Pelicans last six games vs. a team with a winning record.  Take the UNDER in this game Friday.

15* NBA Friday UPSET SHOCKER on Toronto Raptors +4.5

It's a great time to 'buy low' on the Toronto Raptors.  They have gone just 1-9 SU in their last 10 games overall.  But they were missing three of their best players during most of that run, and they are back now in VanVleet, Siakam and Powell.  And now they have the trade deadline behind them so there shouldn't be any more distractions.

The Raptors came out and made a statement to management and ended their nine-game losing streak on Wednesday with an emphatic 135-111 win over the Denver Nuggets.  Now I look for them to build off that win and upset the Phoenix Suns tonight as 4.5-point home underdogs.

It's also a great time to 'sell high' on the Suns after overachieving in the first half of the season with the second-best record in the Western Conference at 29-14.  But they have come back down to reality of late with recent upset losses to the Pacers as 7-point favorites, the Timberwolves as 11-point favorites and the Magic as 9.5-point favorites.

Toronto is 6-1 SU in its last seven meetings with Phoenix.  The Raptors are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games vs. a team with a winning record.  Toronto is 10-3 ATS in its last 13 games playing on zero rest.  Take the Raptors Friday.

20* Celtics/Bucks ESPN No-Brainer on UNDER 235

This is one of my favorite spots to back an UNDER.  It's a double-header between the Celtics and Bucks tonight.  They just played each other on Wednesday, and now they are rematching in Milwaukee on Friday.  Familiarity favors defense and UNDERS.

Both teams shot very well in that first meeting and it still saw just 240 combined points.  And that total was set at 231 while this one has been set at 235, so we are getting some extra value.  Milwaukee shot 50% for the game and 17-of-37 (45.9%) from 3-point range.  Boston shot 47.9% for the game and 19-of-47 (40.4%) from 3-point range.  It's going to be hard to see them combining for 36 made 3-pointers again considering they average 28 combined per game on the season.

Plays on the UNDER on all teams where the total is 230 or higher (Milwaukee) - after scoring 105 points or more in four straight games against an opponent that scored 110 points or more in three straight games are 174-114 (60.4%) since 1996.  Bet the UNDER in this game Friday.

15* NBA Eastern Conference ANNIHILATOR on Detroit Pistons +5.5

The Brooklyn Nets are getting way too much respect from the books here of late after a recent stretch in which they went 14-1 SU.  But they aren't that team any more with all the injuries, and they are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven games overall.

The Nets are a tired team as well playing their 5th road game in the last six contests and their 3rd game in 4 days after a trip to Portland and Salt Lake City on Tuesday and Wednesday.  Now they have to make the trek to Detroit and won't have either Kevin Durant or Kyrie Irving, plus they could be without James Harden, who is questionable.  We saw how poor they played without those three in their 30-point loss at Utah.

The trade deadline is over and the Pistons can refocus.  They also get Diallo (11.9 PPG, 5.2 RPG) back from injury tonight.  The Pistons have been undervalued for a few weeks now as they are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games overall.  They've lost just twice by more than 5 points in that seven-game stretch.  Detroit wants revenge from a 95-100 loss at Brooklyn on March 13th less than two weeks ago.  

They are rested and ready to go playing just their 2nd game in 5 days, and the Pistons are 19-9 ATS in their last 28 games when playing their 2nd game in 5 days.  Detroit is 10-1 ATS vs. good teams that outscore their opponents by 3-plus points per game so they have been good at playing up to their level of competition.  They are also 6-0 ATS in their last six games vs. a team with a winning % above. 600 as well.  The Nets have been the opposite, going 1-7 ATS in their last eight games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.  Roll with the Pistons Friday.

15* NBA Thursday Total DOMINATOR on Clippers/Spurs UNDER 223.5

This is a double-header between the Spurs and Clippers tonight.  They just played last night with the Clippers winning 134-101.  Now they play again tonight, and I always look to back the UNDER in this spot because familiarity favors defense and UNDERS.

Look for this game to be played at a snail's pace tonight with both of these teams playing on tired legs, which helps the UNDER.  And don't expect the Clippers to shoot 55.7% from the floor and 17-of-33 (51.5%) from 3-point range again.  The Clippers rank 27th in the NBA in pace while the Spurs are 15th.

Plays on the UNDER on all teams where the total is 220 or higher (San Antonio) - revenging a same-season loss against an opponent that's off a road win by 20 points or more are 44-16 (73.3%) since 1996.

The Spurs are 8-1 UNDER when revenging a same-season loss this season.  We are seeing just 216.8 combined points per game on average in this spot.  The UNDER is 7-3 in Spurs last 10 home games.  Take the UNDER in this game Thursday.

20* NBA Western Conference GAME OF THE MONTH on San Antonio Spurs +6.5

The San Antonio Spurs will be out for revenge from a 101-134 home loss to the Los Angeles Clippers last night.  The Clippers shot 55.7% as a team and 17-of-33 (51.5%) from 3-point range.  That's not going to happen again.

The blowout nature of the loss allowed the Spurs to rest their starters with eight minutes remaining in the 4th quarter.  Look for them to regroup here, plus they are expected to get both Lonnie Walker IV (11.5 PPG) and Rudy Gay (10.9 PPG) back in the lineup tonight after both sat out last night.

The Clippers will be without Patrick Beverly and Serge Ibaka again tonight.  Behind short-handed doesn't help them in this back-to-back spot.  Both Kawhi Leonard and Paul George played over 32 minutes late night.  Don't be surprised if one or both sits this game and we see a big line adjustment.

The Spurs are 14-2 ATS when revenging a blowout loss by 20 points or more over the last three seasons.  They are coming back to win by nearly 10 points per game on average in this spot.  San Antonio is 63-32 ATS in its last 95 games when revenging any loss.  The Clippers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as road favorites.  The Spurs are 19-9 ATS in their last 28 games as underdogs.  Bet the Spurs Thursday.

15* NBA Wednesday Undervalued Underdog on San Antonio Spurs +6

The San Antonio Spurs are playing some of their best basketball of the season right now.  They are 3-2 SU & 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall with three road wins and only a 7-point road loss to the Bucks as 11.5-point dogs on the 2nd of a back-to-back.  

They came back and lost by 3 to the Hornets in their first game back home following a five-game road trip, which is always a tough spot for NBA teams.  Now they should be refocused coming off two straight losses and put their best foot forward here against the Clippers, which should be good enough to cover this 6-point spread.

The Clippers are coming off two straight home wins over the Hornets and Hawks, and I think this is a great time to step in front of them now that they are back on the road.  The Clippers are just 1-5 SU & 1-5 ATS in their last six road games.  They will be without Patrick Beverly tonight and likely without Serge Ibaka as well.

The Spurs are 2-2 SU & 3-1 ATS in their last four meetings with the Clippers with only one loss by more than 3 points.  They upset the Clippers 116-113 as 7.5-point road dogs in their lone meeting this season.  Los Angeles is 1-6 ATS in its last seven games following a SU win.  San Antonio is 19-9 ATS in its last 28 games as an underdog.  The Spurs are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games following an ATS loss.  San Antonio is 15-4 ATS in its last 19 home games after two or more consecutive losses.  Roll with the Spurs Wednesday.

20* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK on Suns/Magic UNDER 215

Both the Phoenix Suns and Orlando Magic will be playing the 2nd of back-to-backs tonight.  I think the tired legs will affect their shooting more than anything, and it will also result in this game being played at a snail's pace.

The Magic are 5-1 UNDER in their last six games overall with combined scores of 209 or fewer points in five of those.  The only exception came against the Brooklyn Nets, who play at a fast pace and are the most efficient offensive team in the NBA this season.

The UNDER is 3-0 in Suns last three games overall with combined scores of 214, 205 and 210 points.  These teams played on February 14th with the Suns winning 109-90 for 199 combined points.  They combined for just 192 points in their previous meeting as well.

The Suns rank 28th in the league in pace at 99.4 possessions per game.  They like to slow it down, and so do the Magic, who are 19th in pace at 100.6 possessions per game.  A big reason the Suns are so good this season is because they rank 7th in the NBA in defensive efficiency.  They will lock down the short-handed Magic, who rank 28th in offensive efficiency this season.

The UNDER is 21-7 in Magic last 28 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600.  Orlando is 5-0 UNDER In its last five games after allowing 100 points or more in its previous game.  The UNDER is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings.  Take the UNDER in this game Wednesday.

20* NBA Non-Conference KNOCKOUT on Toronto Raptors +1

The Toronto Raptors will be highly motivated for a win Wednesday.  It's a great time to 'buy low' on them after losing nine straight games coming into this game with the Denver Nuggets.  But five of their last six losses have come on the road.

In their only home game during this stretch, they blew a 5-point lead with just over a minute to play against the Jazz and lost by 3 but still covered.  Now they are back home and just recently got three key players back from injury or COVID.  Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby are all back healthy now.  Those three combine to average nearly 54 points per game, so it's no wonder they struggled without them.

Now the Raptors face a Nuggets team that will be in a very tough spot Wednesday.  The Nuggets will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back after a game in Orlando on Tuesday.  They will also be playing their 8th game in 13 days since returning from the All-Star Break.  Jokic played 36 minutes, Murray 37, Barton 36 and Porter Jr. 32 last night.  They won't have much left in the tank for the motivated, rested Raptors tonight.

Denver is 8-17-1 ATS in its last 26 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.  They always have a way of playing to their competition.  The Raptors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games vs. a team with a winning record, so they have the same tendency.  Toronto is 9-3 ATS in its last 12 games when playing on one days' rest.  The Nuggets are 6-14-1 ATS in their last 21 games following a win by more than 10 points.  Nick Nurse is 34-17 ATS after failing to cover four or five of their last six ATS as the coach of Toronto.  Bet the Raptors Wednesday.