Indiana at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Fever (+) over Lynx - First meeting of the year between a pair of the league’s biggest attractions led by Indiana’s Caitlin Clark of course and Minnesota’s early dominance winning their first nine games and going 7-2 ATS in their last nine games overall. The Fever have been hot and cold and the face of the WNBA Clark has been in and out missing the past two games after going 2-13 from 3-point range at Seattle a week ago. The Lynx just annihilated Connecticut which is no big feat and will find the going a little tougher with or without Caitlin. Take INDIANA!

Las Vegas at Phoenix 6:00 ET

Aces (+) over Mercury - Las Vegas who played for the WNBA Championship last season losing to New York and won it all the year before have dropped under .500 for the fourth time this season after their home loss to Washington (Power Play winner) Thursday. Phoenix is on a six game win streak which includes a 76-70 win at Las Vegas as a 4.5-point favorite. Aces dealing from strength with the return if 3-time MVP A’ja Wilson and the motivation of getting to the break even mark again and a bit of early season payback. Take LAS VEGAS!

Washington at Dallas 8:00 ET

Wings (+) over Mystics - I am not pleased with the play Dallas nor their nickname! Wings what is that? So far the Wings have been clipped winning just four of 17 match-ups this season. Even with No. 1 overall draft pick Paige Bueckers leading he team with 18.4 points per game they are just 7-10 ATS. Washington has won their last three and four straight against the Wings. Dallas (+6) lost in OT 91-88 but covered six days ago and this time the Wings play ‘up’ to a higher level. Take DALLAS!

Indiana at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Pacers over Thunder - Well, here it is, Game seven of the NBA Championship and I heard from some experts out in Las Vegas that Indiana is the worst team to ever reach the Finals.  Now, I haven't seen all the NBA Finals match-ups but I assure you that any team that can take Oklahoma City to the limit is not the worst of anything. But, the Pacers have to face the fact that the Home team in NBA Game Seven has won 15 of 19 times. The Thunder are 10-2 at home during the playoffs and have not lost two in-a-row during the playoffs and lost two in-a-row only twice all season. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Indiana at Las Vegas 3:00 ET

Aces (+) over Fever- The legend of Indiana’s Caitlin Clark continues to grow as the best player that the WNBA has ever seen comes to Las Vegas where legends are made. The Fever are 2-1 since the return of Clark after five game rest while the Aces who make it to the WNBA title game last season and won it all in 2023-24. Las Vegas (5-7) has seen the return of A’ja Wilson and lost last time out anyway. In typical Vegas style the Aces are 0-6 ATS in he past six and 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall. But, the Aces Have defeated the Fever 10 straight times. Take LAS VEGAS!

Indiana at Oklahoma City 8:30 ET

Thunder (-) over Pacers - As old Dandy Don used to sing, the ‘party’s over sweet darling.’ Oklahoma City blew past the Pacers in Game 5 of this best of seven series and now lead 3-2 with their improbable wins and cover in Games 4 & 5. It looked as though the Thunder would fall behind 3-1 in games to Indiana (a 7-1 underdog) but no. The Pacers have to be down trodden after blowing their lead in game four and for the first time they don’t hold a 3-1 series lead. The mine set for the Pacers has been completely altered. with or without Tyrese Haliburton this game ends the series. Thunder get serious here. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Indiana at Oklahoma City 8:30 ET

Thunder (-) over Pacers - As old Dandy Don used to sing, the ‘party’s over sweet darling.’ Oklahoma City tied the best of seven series at 2-2 with their improbable win and cover in Game 4. It looked as though the Thunder would fall behind 3-1 in games to Indiana (a 7-1 underdog) but no. The Pacers have to be down trodden after blowing their lead in game four and for the first time they don’t hold a 3-1 series lead. The mine set for the Pacers has been completely altered. Thunder get serious here. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Phoenix at Las Vegas 6:00 ET

Mercury (-) over Aces - The Aces aren’t dealing with a hand as strong as it may appear. With Phoenix coming into Tinsel Town Las Vegas is shorthanded as Three-time MVP A’ja Wilson is in concussion protocol. Things change quickly in the WNBA, the last six times that Phoenix visited Las Vegas they were underdogs of +13.5, +16.5, +21, +17.5, +18 and +17. Sunday, they are favored! Aces will be defeated by a pair returning players into action for the Mercury. Take PHOENIX!

Minnesota at Seattle 10:00 ET

Storm (+) over Lynx - Minnesota (9-0) and New York (8-0) are the two remaining undefeated WNBA teams and both are in action tonight. Seattle (5-4) will be trying to even the season series as they fell to the Lynx (82-77) at their place two weeks ago. The Storm have won their last two games after having dropped their previous three game while Minny of course has won all nine games played. This time a tempest comes from the Storm tonight. Take SEATTLE!

Indiana at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Thunder (-) over Pacers - Aw, come on…again! Really now, how long will this continue? This sucks for Oklahoma City backers after laying 10 or less in game One and you have o be thinking about taking Indiana in Game 2 because the thunder are just cruising along with a 15-point lead in the four wait until the game is over and then what! See, I mean what are Thunder Game 1 backers supposed to do, should they lay 11 of more against a team that just beat you and have beaten everyone else  that they play and on the road. This line I getting more absurd to me the more I look at it. It looks so inviting with a double-digit dog…Maybe I’m the sucker…take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Indiana at Chicago 8:00 ET

Sky (+) over Fever - This will be Chicago’s first game in a week and after opening the season with four straight losses they have won their last two beating Dallas twice. Indiana finally posted a win and cover without Caitlin Clark who is sidelined with a quad injury. Clark ins;t the only Fever sidelined and they are just not deep enough to overcome the Sky here. Chicago has revenge on their mid especially Angel (I’m no ‘Angel ) Reese who was out-played by arch rival Caitlin who posted a triple double in their 93-58 trouncing on opening night on national TV. Racist bully Reese made false racist statements after her humiliation  on the court in the opener but will have her way tonight. Take CHICAGO!   

Indiana at Oklahoma City 8:30 ET

Thunder (-) over Pacers - It has been 25 years since Indiana made to the NBA Finals and a lifetime for Oklahoma City but not the franchise. The Seattle Super Sonics were NBA Champions before they were run out of Washington to Middle America Oklahoma City. Last season when the Thunder had the best record in the NBA they were ousted early from the NBA post season and this year the once again posed the best record and have made it to the finals.The Pacers lost both meetings this season after winning both meetings last season. The Thunder have defeated teams by the widest margin in NBA history through out the season and continue through the playoffs. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

New York at Indiana 8:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Pacers - There are plenty of good reasons to have the Knicks Saturday night and my buddy Larry Ness would say ‘you can only lose once down 3-games and getting points’, and he is right but that has nothing to do with my reasoning. I am a numbers guy and the book maker is giving me all the signs of a New York victory. The line of minus-4 is fair enough but when I look into the personal prop bets they can be very telling. One thing I believe that the ‘bookies’ are telling ‘us’ is that the Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton, who had one of the greatest playoff stat lines for a guard in NBA Playoff history, followed that performance with an eight point effort last time out and that he is in trouble again. Now, many would naturally think that Ty will bounce back when returning to his home floor where that ‘historic’ game took place. But, the bookmaker does not believe it…his over/under total for points opened at 19.5. Tibs puts the defensive pressure on and Knicks must win! Take NEW YORK!

Oklahoma City at Minnesota 8:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Thunder - Usually when a team especially a good team like Oklahoma City get beat the way they did in Game 3, I take them to come out and play with more urgency next time out. Minnesota played with so much more confidence at home and Anthony Edwards feels really comfortable on his home floor. As I mentioned the Thunder didn’t have the intensity needed and still with a lead in the series I do not believe that they feel the urgency. Wolves stay hot on their court. Take MINNESOTA!

New York at Indiana 8:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Pacers - Although Indiana is 2-0 in the series and are at home the bookmakers still feel that New York is the better team. After two straight wins over the Knicks and 7-of-10  is favored by less than a long shot ball where last season in the Playoffs while the Pacers won when the line was minus-6. Now, the team with the NBA’s clutch player they have fold down the stretch in both games One and Two. The Knicks will try and get the ball low and hope that the Pacers long balls fail. The pressure is only to rise and it is the Knicks last salvo. Take NEW YORK!

Oklahoma City at Minnesota 8:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Thunder - It is said that an NBA Playoff series doesn’t begin until a team wins one on the road, well, for Minnesota if the series is to being with a Thunder road win then the series hasn’t began it has virtually ended. Oklahoma City showed all its firepower at home winning and getting the cover in both meetings. Playing at home will aid Minnesota as they have defeated the Thunder 3-of-4 times that they have hosted in the series. Rake MINNESOTA!

New York at Indiana 1:00 ET

Fever (+) over Liberty - They are the best! The New York Liberty are the defending WNBA Champions and are looking to remind everyone they play that they are the best. No, the best team will face the league's best player Caitlin Clark on her home floor with an expected sellout crown. Clark is coming an 11-point night where she failed to score a 3-point FG going 0-6 from deep and yet the Fever won and covered. Look for a big night out of the face of the league and for the points to be a bonus! Take INDIANA!

Minnesota at Oklahoma City 8:30 ET

Thunder (-) over Timberwolves - I’ve seen the media has made a point of making a big deal of the difference of time between games for Minnesota and OKC. The Thunder are supposed to be tired after an easy walk-over victory Sunday defeating Denver 125-93. The Timberwolves took Golden State out in five games and have had six days to reflect on how good they are as they are in the conference for the second straight year, when losing to Dallas last season. It has been nine years since the Thunder have made it to the finals and the bring the best playoff defensive rating of 101.6 and the Wolves come in with a 106.8 rating. Add the home foor…take OKLAHOMA CITY!  

Denver at Oklahoma City 8:30 ET

Thunder (-) over Nuggets - Oklahoma City has moved a step closer this season to the NBA Championship series something the club hasn’t reached since the franchise was in Seattle. This season they have gone past the first round and need a win here to take another huge step toward their goal after posting the best record in the West for the second straight season. Denver who went through incredible coaching and front off chances three days before the playoffs responded and have rallied behind the ‘Joker’ who exploits the Thunders weak defense. The Nuggets Aaron Gordon is questionable for the visitors and even if he goes his effectiveness has to be questioned. Denver has more game experience but the thunder have explosive power. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Boston at New York 8:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Knicks - A good friend of mine would always take the team down 3-2 in a seven game series and his thinking that you can only get beat once if you don’t win. I have always felt that each match-up is different and I would always take the side I thought was going to win no matter what the series record may be. Tonight it is do or die for Boston and even without Tatum they have won 10 of 12 and should win here and force a Game 7. The Celtics used a balanced attack with six player scoring in double-figures while the hustling Knicks rely on Jalen Brunson as he is their focus on offense and Towns on a pressure defense. Take BOSTON!

Oklahoma City at Denver 8:30 ET

Thunder (-) over Nuggets - Sure Oklahoma City has won the past two games but Denver has covered three straight and are at home and getting points. That seems so attractive when you have Jokic and Murray a streak shoot both at home. The question to me is maturity, does Oklahoma City who has shown the best balance and talent all season long and have yet to show the ability to handle the big game pressure…But, the pressure here isn’t as great as they will still have a Game 7 at home if they should fall short. The pressure is on the Nuggets who face elimination. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

New York at Boston 7:00 ET

Celtics (-) over Knicks - The Celtics are in a bad spot (DUH) as the trail New York 3-1 in the series and as we all know they will be without their superstar Jayson Tatum (yes he is truly one) the rest of the way. Boston is one of the deepest teams in the NBA and they have played without Tatum a number of times with much success and are 9-2 in games without him. The Knicks have trailed by double digits at one time or another in all four games but have not been able to maintain the leads down the stretch. The strangest thing about the Knicks is that they are still undefeated on the road winning all five games outright. The Celtics will man-up here and extend the series. Take BOSTON!

Denver at Oklahoma City 9:39 ET

Thunder (-) over Nuggets - I have been saying for months now that 3-time MVP Nikola Jokic is not even a ‘basketball player’… now of course that is silly but my goodness, he doesn’t move or jump but he does take up a lot of space, a lot of space and he can shoot and pass and rebound…ah, okay, I guess he’s a basketball player! But, one basketball player is no match for five thoroughbreds or lets make that 10 Thunder’s that run the floor and will easily be able to create space from that huge orb. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Boston at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Celtics - So, what do ya think? Boston swept the season series 4-0 by average margin of 16.7 PPG per victory, in the playoffs Game 1 they had a 27 point lead and Game 2 they had a 20 point lead and they routed the Knicks by 22 points in Game 3 at MSG. In spite of all that the Knicks lead the series 2-1 and understand that this may be the most important game of the series. I expect a stronger Thibodeau inspired defensive intensity. Take NEW YORK!

Cleveland at Indiana 6:30 ET

Pacers (+) over Cavaliers - It appears to me that the media is going to make this a game between Indiana’s (most over-rated voted by the players) Tyrese Haliburton and Cleveland’s prolific scorer Donovan Mitchell. So far the Pacers are up 2-1 and Mitachell is on the rise scoring 40 and 43 points in the past two games while Haliburton had just four points in Friday’s home loss. The Cavaliers’ Hunter, Mobley and Garland were questionable on Friday and all played and made contributions, they won’t catch the Pacers again. Tyrese rebounds and…take INDIANA!

Minnesota at Golden State 8:30 ET

Warriors (+) over Timberwolves - Well, it looks like the NVA got this one right as Number 7 seed Golden State will host No. 5 seed Minnesota and the stats and trends couldn’t be ant closer. Both clubs have won 54 games and both squads have lost 44 games ATS with the Warriors having posted one more point spread win. The Timberwolves have won 28 road games and State has won 27 home games. No curry…no problem as Warriors are 8-4 SU in playoff games without the sharpshooter. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Oklahoma City at Denver 10:00 ET

Nuggets (-+ over Thunder - We all got to see the real Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 as they won their second playoff game by 40 points or more. With the best scoring average and best defensive average the Thunder had the larger average margin of victory that ant other team in NBA history. I keep hearing that the are still too young but they have depth and talent and have plenty of confidence. Denver of course has who many consider the best player in basketball the 3-time MVP Nikola Jokic and a supporting cast that plays much better at home. The Nuggets have Playoff and Championship experience while OKC has yet to win anything in the postseason. The Nuggets will use their Mile High experience to their advantage. Take DENVER!

New York at Boston 7:00 ET

Celtics (-) over Knicks - It took five tries buy the New York Knicks finally defeated the Boston Celtics and it was actually their third win(only wins) in Boston in their last 11 meetings overall. The Celtics can use the Kristaps Porzingis excuse as he was injured early but it is more like the Beantowners shot just 15 of 60 from 3-point range. in the third quarter of Game One the Celtics had a 20-point lead but took 16 three-point shots and only one two-point field goal attempts. New York got what the wanted and that is at least one win on the road. Take BOSTON!

Golden State at Minnesota 9:30 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Warriors - Minnesota wen the first meeting of the season between these two and two days later the Warriors returned the favor and won the next two meetings as well. But,before that stretch, the  T’woves had won the five previous meetings. Because the NBA is totally F’d up the No. six seed will be hosting the No. 7 seed I will explain later why it is way wrong). The No. 1 seed Oklahoma City is playing th2 No. 4 seed Denver. Which means that Minny gained a huge advantage over the Thunder by drawing the No. 7 seed Golden State (this could never happen in the NFL or NCAA tourneys). Playing against the lower seed who is coming off a seven game series Minny take advantage of the seeding. The wolves were no more than a 3-point home favorite against GS this season and now in the playoffs…take MINNESOTA!

New York at Boston 7:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Celtics - New York who has had one of their best seasons in recent years has shown a huge flaw. The Knicks failed to defeat any of the NBA’s top three teams even once going 0-12 SU against Boston, Cleveland and Oklahoma City. Boston has been to the conference title game three straight times while New York has not been to the finals in 25 years. But, the post-season is a fresh start for the Knicks as they have not met in the post-season since 2013 and the Celtics have won four of the seven times that they have meet in the playoffs. This time the Knicks get off to a quick series start. Take NEW YORK!

Golden State at Houston 8:30 ET

Warriors (+) over Rockets- From the moment Golden State picked up Jimmy Butler they were transformed into a real threat in the West. When Curry is doing his thing and Green is playing his style Butler fits in perfectly and the Warriors will used their big game experience against a youthful but talented Houston squad. The Rockets came on strong in the second half of the season last year but failed to make the playoffs. They took a huge step this season and probably a bigger one next year but the season ends tonight. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Indiana at Cleveland 6:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Cavaliers - What should be a great series has the No. 1 offense owned by Cleveland faces the Indiana Pacers who have managed to win five of the last eight meetings between the two including the last two this past April. The Cavaliers swept Miami in their opening round of playoff action and covered all but one game missing by a bucket but their final game of the regular season was a loss at home to these same Pacers who have now won 8-of-10. I expect more of the same. Take INDIANA!

LA Clippers at Denver 7:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Nuggets -The ‘sharps’ in Las Vegas were all over LA for the series and have pretty much had them every game. But, now facing a game seven in Denver the Clippers are now the underdog after being favored game four the last time in Mile High. Thus, all the series money which came heavily on the the Clippers will be balanced by ‘action’ on the Nuggets. LA has a history of playoff failures and the Nuggets know how to win around three-time MVP Jokic but the surprise here will be the pay of James Harden. Take LA CLIPPERS!

Houston at Golden State 9:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Warriors - I keep hearing that Houston is a year away from being capable of winning a playoff series while Golden State may be one year away from retirement. The Warriors took Game 5 off in the series as they were a no-show and sat their aging stars for more than half the game. This team of veterans has been in this position before after laying down and losing by 39-points in the 2022 playoffs the rebounded to eliminate Memphis when they returned home. But, this Rockets club has spring in their legs and will give the Warriors all that they can handle here. Take HOUSTON!

New York at Detroit 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Pistons - This has been the most exciting of the playoff series to date along with the West playoff series between the LA Clippers and Denver. From the start the Piston have been given a puncher's chance of winning this series and they are giving New York all that they can handle. The road team has won four of the five games in this series and the Pistons have lost nine straight playoff games at home and haven’t posted a home playoff victory since 2008. The best goes on…take NEW YORK!

Minnesota at LA Lakers 10:00 ET

Lakers over Timberwolves - We keep hearing how impressive the LA Clippers’ have been the last month of the regular and post season winning 19 of their past 21. Minnesota has also been impressive of late and are 20-5 the past 60 days and have won five of seven meeting with the Lakers. Anthony Edwards has proven to be the equal of either of the Lakers superstars James and Doncic. LA need a three game win streak or be eliminated from the playoff. Lakers use their experience to survive tonight. Take LAKERS!

Milwaukee at Indiana 6:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Pacers - Things can’t look any worse for Milwaukee as they trail the Pacers 3-1 in this best of seven series and will be without Damian Lillard not only for this game but most likely for next season as well. Indiana ran away from the Bucks in Game 4 shooting over 60% and having assists on 36 of 50 baskets made. Former MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo can be dominate and needs to be tonight. Take MILWAUKEE!

Boston at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Celtics - Last time out Boston was supposed to be without Jayson Tatum but he showed up and it was Jrue Holiday that took the day off. The Celtics held a 10-point half-time lead but scored just 11 points in the third quarter and Orlando caught them thinking of their next golf game. The Magic believe that they can play with this team as they have split their last 10 meetings. Take ORLANDO!

Houston at Golden State 8:30 ET

Rockets (+) over Warriors - Yesterday I felt that I had to wait for some vital and useful information could get to me and it paid off with the Megabucks winner with Orlando over Boston. Saturday, it’s all in already with our Megabucks release for Saturday. The Jimmy Butler scare just gives the Warriors the excuse they will need. Still. Jimmy Playoffs when he wants can be tough enough to gut it out and for short to the young springing legs of Rockets. Take HOUSTON!

LA Lakers at Minnesota 9:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Timberwolves - The Lakers used their experience in their huge recovery in Game 2 after getting dominated t the Timberwolves in Game 1 getting routed 117-95 and it wasn’t even that close. The Lakers play the kind of defense that can throw the Minnesota shooting of their timing and shot making and their slow deliberate style will frustrate the younger Wolves. Take LA LAKERS!

Boston at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Celtics - I have been waiting a little longer before posting during this year’s NBA Playoffs as the vital information continues to come right up till game time. Tonight we are all aware that Jayson Tatum is out but Boston has so much depth it doesn’t affect the overall team play. The odds makers have made their adjustments and the ‘public’ isn’t distracted they still support the NBA Champs. The Magic have enough at home to take this one down the the final buzzer…take ORLANDO!

Oklahoma City at Memphis 9:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Thunder - As I stated before I don’t believe like so many others that the Oklahoma City is a year away from winning it all but I don’t thing so their time may be here now! They have won the first toe games by 51 and 19 points and have won the past 11 meetings between the two combatants. Memphis has been an impostor all season long, and even when they were seed No. 2 before their late season swoon. But, if the Grizzlies have any professionalism at all they will show up here and take this one down to the final buzzer. Take MEMPHIS!

New York at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Knicks - I have been hearing it from the moment this match-up as made that the Knicks would struggle against the Pistons. So, I am not so surprised that the Motor City Kids came up big but it was the non appearance of Karl-Anthony towns where posted just 10 points and six rebounds. The ‘sharps’ and wiseguys are waiting for the highest number possible and the ‘public’ is star New York struck! Take DETROIT!

LA Clippers at Denver 10:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Clippers - This series without a doubt has created the most interest among the bettors and professionals in Las Vegas. The buzz had the ‘sharps’ taking Los Angeles for the series and the line flipped to the Clippers being favored. Game 1 saw Denver who opened a 4-or-5 point favorite were bet down to -2.5 and post a non-cover win. LA seemed a bit despondent after their defeat and well they should be after blowing a double-digit lead. The Clippers have dropped the last three meetings and are now 20-22 SU on the road and a mighty 30-11 when playing as hosts. Take DENVER!

LA Clippers at Denver 3:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over Clippers - When I saw this match up I instantly like Los Angeles for a c variety of reasons and then I see an onslaught of opinions in Las Vegas among professional bettors and radio touts and not a word or opinion on Denver. I was beginning to have second thoughts but for the most part this is going to be a Joe’s versus Pro’s game where the betting public will have the Nuggets and ‘sharp’ (supposed) money will be on the Clippers. They have flipped the series series from Denver as the favorite to Los Angeles even and laying a price. It does scare me a bit but, Books will need Clippers and so will I. Take LA CLIPPERS!

Miami at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Hawks over Heat - Orlando who finished first in the SE Division was seeded 7th and needed a over which got defeating Atlanta two days after losing to the Hawks. With that win the Magic advanced and the Hawks return to Georgia and host the winning Heat who scorched Chicago. These two met four times this season and the home team is 4-0 both SU and ATS. After what we all saw in Miami’s Megabucks win a blowout over the Bulls, while the Hawks were grounded by their own actions with Trae Young getting tossed. Home teams rule…take ATLANTA!

Miami at Chicago 7:30 ET

Heat (+) over Bulls - It is kinda difficult to gauge what is going on the the Chicago Bulls as they got rid of their most productive players at the trade deadline and are actually playing better. The Bulls have now won three in a row and six of seven while Miami who also made some trades at the deadline are another story. The Heat come into this affair having   dropped four of their last six and were 0-3 SU and ATS in the three meetings this season. But, it is said that defense wins championships and not that either of these two will be playing the the ring but the South Beach crew is ranked No. 7 while the Bulls defense is ranked No. 28 allowing 119.4 PPG. Take MIAMI!

Milwaukee at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (-) over Bucks - How about this for a strange number posted on this game as Detroit has been installed as a strong favorite and yet they have lost 11 straight games to Milwaukee and 23 of the pat 24 meetings. The Pistons can finish with the fifth seed if they can defeat the Bucks in each of their final two games which are back-to-back on Friday and Saturday. If Milwaukee can manage to win one of these encounters they will maintain the fifth playoff seed. But, tonight it is the Pistons. Take DETROIT!

Minnesota at Memphis 9:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Grizzlies - Although both of these squads have winning records the past few weeks it looks as though they are willing to fall to the Play-in tournament.  It wasn’t long ago that Memphis was riding high and second to Oklahoma City in the West while Minnesota managed to blow a 24-point lead with 9:44 to play and lost by seven at Milwaukee. the Grizzlies hold a 1-game lead over the T’wolves and can finish as high as 5th if they win their remaining three games. Minny can finish 3rd if they win out and they had a 5-game win streak working when entered Milwaukee. Take MINNESOTA!

LA Lakers at Dallas 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Lakers - Los Angeles just split a pair of contests played in Oklahoma City with the Thunder gaining a measure of revenge by winning the second of the back-to-back games last night. At least the Lakers had a day off before the second match-up whereas tonight it is back-to-back games on consecutive nights. But, the real storyline here is the return for the first time of Luca Doncic returning the Dallas for the first time since being traded by the Mavericks to Los Angeles. Anthony Davis will also be playing for the first time against his former teammates as he sat out injured the last time these two clubs met back in February a 107-99 in LA. Davis has missed 23 games since being sent to Dallas but will be ready tonight. Take DALLAS!

Florida vs Houston 8:50 ET

Cougars (+) over Gators - These two No. 1 seeds and the No. 3 and 4 final seeds here with Florida getting the NCAA’s edge. Each of these clubs has won 35 of 39 games with the Gators going an amazing 28-11 ATS while playing through the tough SEC. Houston has dominated opponents by enacting their pressure defense that led the nation in allowing only  58.1 points per game. Florida has won 11 in-a-row while the Cougars have won 18 straight games and 31 of their last 32 games overall. Kelvin Sampson is going out a winner after 31 years. Take HOUSTON!

Central Florida vs Nebraska 5:30 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Knights - Unlike the big boys and big girls tournament where only number 1 seeds are permitted to advance the College Basketball Crown has a three seed and a twelve seed (which we hear so much about in the 5-12 match up). Nebraska enters T-Mobile in Las Vegas favored about the same price over the Panthers as was Villanova Saturday who the Knights disposed of in OT 104-98. In Nebraska’s early win Saturday over Boise State they had a fantastic shooting afternoon hitting 63% of three-pointers (12-19) and making 83% from the free throw line. The Knights are led by guard Darius Johnson who put up 42 points making 17 Free Throws and he has eight 3-pointers the last two contests at T-Mobile. The Cornhuskers will regress as their shooting percentage wanes here and the Knights win the challenge.Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Houston vs Duke 8:45 ET

Cougars (+) over Blue Devils - Duke may not be the No. 1 seed but they are the odds makers and people’s choice as the -120 favorite to take it all. Houston who brings the No. 1 defense in the nation to San Antonio allowing just 58.3 PPG and they are ranked No. 2 in 3-point FG percentage at 39.7. The Cougars under coach Kelvin Sampson (who announced his retirement when the season ends) have won 17 games in-a-row while Duke has won 15 straight games and 31 of heir last 32 with only a loss at Clemson on February 8th, they have one loss since November 26, 2024. Wow! Some choice…Number are great but this will come down to a mano-a-mano battle on defense and they both play it well and while the Blue Devils are deep the Cougars have heart and incentive looking to send their coach out with his first NCAA championship. Hey if it’s a ‘show’ like they often say then that’s the upset of the tournament and a great story line. Take HOUSTON!

Central Florida and Cincinnati 7:00 ET

Knights (+) over Bearcats - These two unlikely conference foes (somehow they are both in the Big-12) meet in Las Vegas and I am looking forward going down to the MGM Grand and watch the Bearcats do their think. Cincinnati you see for ages has let their backers down when in big game situations. The Bearcats already own a victory over the Knights going into Orlando on Feb. 5 and coming away on the right side 93-83 as an underdog of 3.5-points. This sets up perfect as the Queen City boys have won and covered the last five meetings and are in a perfect spot to let everybody down…everybody but ‘us’. (I hope) Take a CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Atlanta at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (-) over Hawks - Dallas has won the last three meetings between these two combatants including a 129-119 win Thanksgiving weekend in Atlanta. Currently, the Hawks are two games ahead of Miami for a play-in spot and 2.5 games over Chicago. The Mavericks who started March 1-9 but have now won four of their last six and have Anthony Davis in uniform for the sixth time since being traded from the Lakers for Luca Doncic. The Mavs have not quit on the season despite being hit with a rash of injuries his year. The Hawks have dropped 3-of-4 and fall short once again tonight. Take DALLAS!

Tennessee vs Houston 2:29 ET

Volunteers (+) over Cougars - Usually when I see a price this small my first thoughts are ‘isn’t an inviting line laying 3 or less looks like a steal’ and I would then think that it is too easy. Now, that is the first impression I had when I saw this price at -2.5. So my idea is to fade Houston…not so fast my friend (he still cracks me up Lee Corso). Tennessee is just a hair behind the Cougars keeping opponents shooting at a 38.5% and Houston the nation’s best at preventing shots and is just I/10th of a point better at 38.4%. The Cougars are No. 1 in fewest points allowed per game with 58.5 while the Volunteers are ranked 6th allowing 62.9.PPG. Cats too much for Vols…take HOUSTON!

Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Bulls - Chicago is off of an improbably win on Thursday defeating the Lakers with half court buzzer beater after trailing by five points  with :12 second left in the game. The Bulls who have won nine of their last 11. Dallas is currently two games below .500 which is really not all that bad when considering the injuries that have plagued them. But, the Mavericks have not quit and are still in a battle with Phoenix and Sacramento. Anthony Davis has been a great addition (lost luca Doncic) and they are totally different when he plays. He is suppose to play tonight. Take DALLAS!

Texas Tech vs Florida 6:05 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Gators - Florida the No. 1 seed has won nine straight and are the ATS leader in the tourney with a 27-10 ATS record on the season. This shows not only were they great this year but the Gators have been under-rated by the book makers as well. Texas Tech received plenty of accolades during the season and have risen to this opportunity to get to the Final Four. The Red Raiders were 18-18 ATS and have covered only once in their last four outings. Tech feels that they are on borrowed time and have nothing to lose after trailing by 16 to Arkansas with 10 minutes remaining before winning in overtime. Raiders believe they have been blessed and believe it is their time. Take TEXAS TECH!

Mississippi vs Michigan State 9:30 ET

Rebels (+) over Spartans - This match up pits two great college coaches that have been in the limelight before. Of course, Michigan State has Tom Izzo who has been so good that he may be put into the Hall of Fame before he’s even finished coaching. Mississippi’s Chris Beard you may remember had success on the court at Texas but charges of strangling of his fiancee (who hasn’t wanted to do that!) and meth on Dec. 12th and fired January 5th having the felony strangulation charges which were dropped. The stealing meth was dismissed February 15th. The Rebels shooting 49% from long range in tourney so far and the Spartans pride themselves on their defense allow just 31% from beyond the arc. But when you are hot and you are hot. Take MISSISSIPPI!

Atlanta at Miami 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Heat - Atlanta had won seven of nine games before the were routed by Houston although the Hawks did get the the money with a 4th quarter back door cover (trailed by 25 points) and have now covered their last four games. Miami, has won the last two outings after losing 10 straight with the last win a Megabucks victory over Golden State. The Heat have reached their limit winning twice and now get over taken by the Hawks. Take ATLANTA!

Boston at Phoenix 10 :00 ET

Suns (+) over Celtics - When I saw Jason Tatum go down with an ankle injury Monday night, I thought that Boston should be happy if he is able to return 100% by the playoffs. He is questionable tonight and I guess the injury isn’t as bad as it looked to me and is not that bad after all. But, even with Porzingis back the Celtics who have won their last six might not be able to put it together against Phoenix who has won their last four games making a playoff push after a disappointing season. The Suns have dropped the last two meetings and 4-of-5 but the last time they played each other was over a year ago. Suns are hot and will burn Boston. Take PHOENIX RISING!

North Texas State at Oklahoma State 9:00 ET

Mean Green (+) over Cowboys - Before I start I want to say that as far as I am concerned about this game even with the understanding that it all come down to gambling. Maybe not quite like a roll of the dice but I absolutely love North Texas State. To start with the Cowboys really are not that good and had to win a pair of games here to be at .500. But, if you have not seen the Mean Green don’t bother watching because they will drive you nuts and their opposition crazy. NTS was here two years ago on their way to the NIT championship played in Las Vegas. Take NORTH TEXAS STATE!

Golden State at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat (+) over Warriors - It has been bad; no, not even as bad as my NBA selections the previous week, it has been even worse for Miami who broke a 10-game losing streak Sunday, finally winning a professional game over Charlotte (18) who is third from the bottom in wins just ahead of Washington (15) and Utah (16). Now, ‘Jimmy ‘Playoffs’ Butler once a Heat All-Star, forced a trade and ended up with the Warriors and they immediately went on a tear, winning 16 of 19 with Butler in the lineup. In their only meetings this season the first week of January in California, Miami defeated Golden State 114-98 getting 8.5-points and Butler was sidelined before the trade. After seven straight home games over 17 days the Warriors lost on the road at Atlanta 124-115 on Saturday. Take MIAMI!   

LA Lakers at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Lakers - Talk of highs and lows of a NBA season, they were no more on display then with the Lakers last two outings. Los Angeles scored a season low 89 points on Thursday against Milwaukee and allowed a season high in points (146) scored on Saturday by Chicago. The latter was the final of a five game home stand. This is the second meeting between these two since November in LA where the Magic posted a 119-118 upset win as a 5-point underdog. Lebron James has returned to action and the Lakers have dropped six of their last nine. Take ORLANDO!  

Oklahoma City at LA Clippers 9:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Thunder - They are getting down to crunch time as the regular NBA season winds down and teams are jockeying for playoff position. Oklahoma City who last year had the best regular season record in the West is doing it again and have won 12 of the past 13 games while the Clippers have won eight of their last nine. The LA Clippers who played three months without Kawhi Leonard have been given a shot in the arm with his return. The Thunder is 3-0 versus the Clippers this season and 8-2 SU the last 10 meetings going 7-2-1 ATS. The Clippers are 38-31 ATS on the season and are now better equipped to deal with OKC. Take LA CLIPPERS!

St. Mary’s vs Alabama 6:10 ET

Gaels (+) over Crimson Tide - St. Mary’s has won their last seven and have only lost twice in their last 21 games since December 22 and of course that was a loss to conference champion Gonzaga who they had defeated twice during the regular season. But, the Gaels have failed to cover in any of their last five games. Despite have eight losses Alabama is a No. 2 seed because of their SEC schedule and some impressive wins. St. Mary’s plays the type of game that could cause the Crimson to get impatient and out of their game. Take ST. MARY’S!   

UCLA vs Tennessee 9:40 ET

Bruins (+) over Volunteers - The style of these clubs is so similar they both might think that they are playing against a mirror. Tennessee the No. 2 seed allows just 63.0 points per game while UCLA surrenders 65.2 a 2-point difference but the Bruins have the slight offensive advantage of two spots in the rankings 147 to 149. Rick Barnes Volunteers coach has been here before and always seems to fall short and this team has shortcomings that will sooner or later spell their Waterloo. The points are a bargain here. Take UCLA!  

Bulldogs (+) over Cougars - This is a tough one for me to side with as I have said time and again that I thought Houston would make it to the Final Four. To further play on my mind is that I played against Gonzaga in their opening win over Georgia and now I am changing gears for this match-up with the Cougars. Houston is on a 14-game win streak and have won 27 of 28. The Bulldogs have NCAA experience having made it to the Elite Eight 10 times in their 26 consecutive NCAA appearances. Houston has been knocking on the door at the Elite Eight and final four two of the past four seasons. But, only by mess then margin…take GONZAGA!  

North Carolina vs Mississippi 4:05 ET

Rebels (+) over Tar Heels - What happened to North Carolina (being maligned for making the tournament) happened twice before and both of those clubs advanced winning at least one game proving the selection group was right. Mississippi has been a model of inconsistency beating No. 2 ranked teams Alabama and Tennessee while getting blown out four times by 30, 25, 20 and 19. Rebels coach Chris Beard has taken four teams to the NCAA Tournament something Hubert Davis can not say. Take MISSISSIPPI!  

UC San Diego vs Michigan 10:00 ET

Tritons (+) over Wolverines - San Diego enters this fray seeking their 16th straight win against Big Ten Champion Michigan who recovered and saved their season by seeping the conference tournament winning three straight games as underdogs. The book-makers believe that the Wolves are taking the Tritons lightly and who can blame them this is UCSD’s if appearance in the first year of eligibility for the tournament. Take SAN DIEGO!  

Arkansas vs Kansas 7:10 ET

Jayhawks (-) over Razorbacks - This match up is so ugly that I am absolutely sure that I won’t watch a single dribble, but that does mean that we won’t have the winner. Kansas like North Carolina has had ‘big school’ expectations and both have had alumni disappointments. Arkansas has been okay but were just 14-18 ATS and won some big games and lost others that the were expected to win, but the Jayhawks did nothing more than disappointing more than not when it countered most. So with this price where it is way is way too easy to take Arkansas. Two Hall of Fame coaches John Capilari and Bill Self ’match up. Give it to Self…Take KANSAS

Houston at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Rockets - The Magic are on a mission and this is to end opponents winning streaks. Orlando just knocked off Cleveland 108-103 on Sunday who was on their second 16 game winning streak of the season and look forward to taking down Houston tonight who is on their season long win streak of seven games. The Magic are 5-games under .500 and for the most play that is because of their play without Paolo Banchero who was injured for an extended period of time. He’s back and the No. 1 overall draft selection makes a difference. Take ORLANDO!

Miami at New York 7:30 ET

Heat (+) over Knicks - Miami and New York are both off of losses but the difference is that the Heat have lost seven in a row while the Knicks only dropped their last time out to Golden State. The Heat are of course without Jimmy Butler and New York will be without their leading scorer in Jalen Brunson. The Knicks average 116.7 points per game with him in the line up but just 109 PPG without him I the lineup. Take MIAMI!

Wisconsin vs Michigan 3:30 ET

Wolverines (+) over Badgers - Although Wisconsin won more and lost less overall this season Michigan was seeded third in the Big Ten playoffs and the Badgers were seeded fifth. But, on the national scale Wisconsin was No. 18 and Michigan was ranked 22nd. The Wolves have won the past three meetings including an early December 67-64 win as a 3-point underdog. Whisky enter with three straight wins while the Blue & Maze enter with three straight losses but have defeated Purdue and Maryland and today Wisconsin. Take MICHIGAN!

Oklahoma City at Detroit 7:000 ET

Pistons (+) over Thunder - It has been over a year since these two met last January and Detroit managed a win in their worst season as a franchise and they have gone 8-2 ATS in the past 1- meets as well. OKC is off a huge win at Boston and have won eight of their last nine while the Pistons last time out fell to this year’s worst team in the league to the Wizards. The Thunder have a 12-game lead over Western Conference and surely be the No. 1 seed as they were last season.  Take DETROIT…& good luck!

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Wisconsin vs Michigan State 1:00 ET

Badgers (+) over Spartans - No. 5 seed Wisconsin (13-7)  easily disposed of No. 4 seed UCLA and now face the Big Ten (16 teams) regular season champion Michigan State (17-3) who won the title by 3-games over second seed Maryland (14-6). Both of these clubs were big point-spread winners this season with the Badgers going 20-12-1 ATS and the Spartans were 22-9-1. In their one meeting in Lansing, State(-4.5) won and covered 71-62 as the held Whisky to 34% shooting from the floor. But the Badgers have won five of the last nine meetings and 16% from 3-point land. The Spartans play great defense but those number will not repeat. Take WISCONSIN!

Cleveland at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Cavaliers - Cleveland is on their second 15-game win streak of the season after defeating the Celtics in Boston and have the NBA’s best record. Memphis after sleep walking through most of the season have now won four straight after a four-game slide. What I see in this match up is that the last time these two met in Memphis the Grizzlies were an 8.5 underdog and now with the Cavaliers on the 15 game win streak they come up a 2-point favorite. Something just doesn’t seem right. Take MEMPHIS!

Wisconsin vs UCLA 2:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Badgers - It is said that defense wins championships and for years Wisconsin has been a defensive team first but under their new coaching regime they have a different mind set. The Badgers have upped their offense geared up and score 80.8 PPG while allowing 70.9. UCLA under coach Mick Cronin has also been a defense first club and have remained that way allowing just 65.1 PPG. The Badgers have the big men to out rebound you and average four more per game then do the Bruins. But, the Bruins have two more assists, one more block and a whopping three more steals per game and they are just better. Take UCLA!

Kansas vs Arizona 9:00 ET

Jayhawks (+) over Wildcats - Both of these clubs have been disappointing this season and will try and regain their former high stature. Kansas is 3-1 against the Wildcats including an 83-76 victory as a 4-point home favorite five days ago. At one point this season Arizona won 13 of 14 but have dropped five of their past eight. Take KANSAS!

Minnesota at Denver 10:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Nuggets - There are trends that happen in sports that are difficult to understand and Minnesota has defeated Denver four straight times including twice this season once in opening week and again late January. Both games were at home for the winners but they have surprised me with their grit and of course Anthony Edwards who is honestly as good as anybody (well he could be he’s so young). T’wolves have won their last five going 4-1 ATS and the Nuggets have won 3-of-4 but are 1-4 ATS in their last five and just 3-7 in past 10 although they have won 14 of 18. Still, take…MINNESOTA!

Texas vs. Vanderbilt 3:30 ET

Longhorns (+) over Commodores - Texas does more than just ‘owe’ me because of the way they have performed most of the season although they covered 14 of 31 games. So, I guess you can just pick your spots. Vanderbilt has had a stellar season with 20 wins and 18 ‘covers’ including a 86-78 home victory over the Longhorns as 3-point favorites five weeks ago. This game is in Nashville which should give the ‘Dores a preconceive advantaged but, it won’t help, as the Horn’s will hook ‘em! Take TEXAS!

Houston at Baylor 10:00 ET

Bears (+) over Cougars - Houston has won nine straight and has been walking on the edge of cliffs but always seem to manage to pull out a victory. The Cougars have won nine in-a-row and have clinch the Big-12 regular season title and will be the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Ranked No. 3 at 26-4 the Cougars are 9-0 on the road but will have little incentive here. Baylor is 13-2 at home but have nine conference losses one of which they will avenge this Saturday night. Take BAYLOR!    

Portland at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Blazers (+) over Thunder - Oklahoma City has dominated the series between these two winning the last 15 meetings including three wins this season. The Thunder have won five straight, seven of eight and 14 of 16 and are 24-7 as hosts including 19-9-2 ATS at home. On the year they are 51-11 and are exactly one full game behind Cleveland for the NBA’s best record. Portland who has been a major surprise by turning their season around and had won five of six on the road before falling to Boston last time out. Considering who is rated what this line in way too low and it appears to me the ‘Books’ want to suck you in with OKC but with this line the odds makers are telling us that these two would be a Pick-em on a neutral site. It ‘don’t make sense.’ Take PORTLAND!

Michigan State at Iowa 8:00 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Spartans  - Michigan State once again is in the Big Ten mix for the title which the guaranteed a share of the conference title. Tom Izzo’s club still plays defense first and allows just 66.6 points per game. Iowa hasn’t measured up to season’s passed as their major flaw is the lack of rebounding where they are No. 303 ranking near the bottom but on offense they average 82.2 points per game ranking No. 21. The Hawkeyes have won the last two meetings and five of the past six and are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings as well. It is senior night in Iowa City and the points are a bonus. Take IOWA!

Indiana at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Pacers - It is approaching two years since Atlanta posted a win against the Pacers as they have dropped the last five meetings including a 132-127 loss at Indiana five weeks ago. The Pacers won their last two games at home and now take to the road as a favorite. The Hawks have lost six of their last eight games overall with Trae Young scoring 23.5 points and leads the league in assists with 11.5 a game. It is time for the hawks to soar. Take ATLANTA!

Marquette at Connecticut 8:30 ET

Golden Eagles (+) over Huskies - Connecticut is 20-9 on the season and must would be pleased with 20 wins in the season but coach Ban Hurley has been out of his mind for most of the season as major injuries have slowed the Huskies down a bit especially on defense where they have dropped over 50 spots since last year. In the first meeting at Marquette the Huskies got off to a huge early lead and cruised to a 77-69 victory. Revenge is sweet for the Golden Eagles. Take MARQUETTE!

Auburn at Texas A&M 9:00 ET

Aggies (+) over Tigers - Auburn at 15-1 in SEC play has clinched the regular season title last Saturday and most likely a No. 1 seed for the Big Dance. Texas A&M has dropped four straight games following a 5-game win streak and fell to Auburn 66-55 at their place in early January. The Aggies had won the three previous meetings and five of six meetings prior to this season and with the Tigers having nothing to play for have an edge here as they are in need. A&M is looking to rebound from a beating by Florida 89-70 last time out and look to regroup against the No.1 team in the nation. Take TEXAS A&M!

Brooklyn at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Nets (+) over Spurs - Brooklyn has won 21 games this season and are a respectable 31-28-1 ATS and San Antonio has been a bit over rated even with Wembanyama healthy they are 26-33 ATS. The Spurs have won the last two meetings with Wemby playing but the Nets had won seven of the previous eight meetings. Brooklyn has dropped their last four games while the Spurs have dropped five of their last six and are 2-7 ATS in their last nine overall. Take BROOKLYN!

Detroit at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Pistons - After their loss Sunday to New Orleans, Utah coach Will Hardy stated that the Jazz will be focusing on using those that want to play. They have lost eight of their last 11 games and are hosting their ninth straight home game having won three of the eight so far. Utah defeated the Pistons in December 126-119 at Detroit and have won the past four meetings and 8-of-10. Take UTAH!

LA Clippers at LA Lakers 9:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Lakers- This is the second of consecutive games played by these two against each other with the Lakers taking the match up Friday night 106-102 as a 1-point underdog. The Clippers have lost four of five and are 0-6 ATS since the All-star break but once again are favored on the road against a team with a better record. Humm…take then CLIPPERS!

Illinois at Michigan 3:30 ET

Illini (+) over Spartans - Illinois has had more ups and downs then the Cyclone at Coney Island being ranked in the Top-5 early in the season and were bounced out of the Top-25 after a series of losses. Poor play hasn’t been all about poor play but injuries had a part of their woes. Michigan has also had turns during the season once looking like a Sweet-16 shoe-in but with weaknesses exposed their power rating dropped them hard and they have been trying to climbing their way back up the latter since. Not, today Take ILLINOIS

Georgia at Texas 8:00 ET

Longhorns (-) over Bulldogs- Georgia lost seven of Nine before they posted a huge upset Money Game win over Florida 88-83 on Tuesday. Texas meanwhile has dropped five up the past six including their last two games at Arkansas and South Carolina. Both of these clubs are on the bubble with the Bulldogs have 17 wins and 16 wins for the Longhorns. These two have last played in Austin back in 1998, 27 years ago. Take TEXAS!

Portland at Brooklyn 7:40 ET

Nets over Blazers - Who are these guys…first we have to deal with the upstart Detroit Pistons and now Portland has set the league a blaze. If the Trailblazers win tonight at Brooklyn they will have had three winning streaks of four games or more in the past six weeks. Brooklyn meanwhile gave up a 14-point 4th quarter lead to Oklahoma City and have just 21 wins. But, with those 21 wins came 32 ‘covers.’ The Nets defeated the Blazers on their floor six weeks ago 132-114 and they are only 10-19 on the road. The Nets will do it again here…take BROOKLYN!

Golden State at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Warriors - Golden State made a huge move at the trade deadline and it has proven to be a blessing so far. Jimmy (Playoffs) Butler has injected new life into a squad that was dead in the water. The Warriors have won their last four games and six of their past seven games and have three straight wins over the Magic including a 104-99 victory on Feb. 3rd. Orlando is coming off of their worst loss of the season a 40-point blowout at the hands of the NBA’s best in Cleveland. Professionals have a way of rebounding after a embarrassing loss. Take ORLANDO!

Texas at Arkansas 9:00 ET

Longhorns (+) over Razorbacks - Both clubs enter this battle with identical 16-11 records for the season and are 5-9 in SEC play. They met three weeks ago in Texas and the Razorbacks prevailed winning 92-85 as a 7-point underdog and are now 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings with the Longhorns while going 3-4 SU. Texas has lost four of five which started with the loss to Arkansas and they get it back here. Take TEXAS!  

Boston at Detoit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Celtics - I know Detroit is playing way above what many though possible but here they are six game over .500. Boston has started to pick up the pace a bit but this ‘number’ is very telling as it is not double digits in over three years. The Celtics have won at least the past 10 meetings including three times this season but that all ends here. Take DETROIT!

Mississippi State at Alabama 9:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Crimson Tide - I am having a great run with Alabama games winning with Megabucks against them with Auburn and Missouri and winning with them again as a Megabucks over Kentucky using them in the last three outings. The Tide are a high scoring bunch while Mississippi State is off of a loss at Oklahoma and have dropped seven of their last 12 games. The Bulldogs have lost the last seven meetings with coach Chris Jans going 0-6 since taking over. This time they break through…take MISSISSIPPI STATE!

Cleveland at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Cavaliers - Cleveland is at it again having won seven straight games and at 47-10 have the best record in the NBA. These two met in November and of course the Cavaliers won and covered 120-110 as a 7-point favorite. Orlando who lost nine of 10 in January are off of a win over Washington and have won five of eight and trail Detroit by three games for one of he final of six playoff spots. The Magic have the slowest tempo in the league and can knock the Cavs a bit off of their game. Take ORLANDO!

LA Clippers at Detroit 7:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Pistons - The turn around for the Pistons is not an accident they are a competitive club that has posted 31 wins and is five game over .500. LA having played one less game is a half game ahead of Detroit record wise. Both clubs are in a virtual dead heat  when it comes to covering the number at 31-24. The Clippers have won the past 10 meetings and are 0-2 since the break. The Pistons scored 148 points their last time out against Atlanta but will return to ground level tonight. Take LA CLIPPERS!

Memphis at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Cavaliers- This is the first meeting of the season between these two high scoring clubs and they met twice last year with Cleveland sweeping the series. Memphis has split their two games since the break while the Cavaliers have won both of their encounters and six straight overall. The Cavs are off of a 37-point win over New York and they should return to earth for this one as center Jarrett Allen will be sidelined. Take MEMPHIS!.