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12-01-20 | Oklahoma State v. Marquette -2.5 | 70-62 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 51 m | Show | |
SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Last addition of the day. The Marquette Golden Eagles and the Oklahoma State Cowboys are both heading into this Big East-Big 12 Battle 2-0 on the season. Marquette is however 2-0 ATS while Oklahoma State is 1-1 ATS, and I like the Golden Eagles to win and cover at home int this one. They have a well-balanced team with five players scoring in double digits, and they are simply the more talented side here, superior in every way. Eagles are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 home games. 8* play on Marquette. |
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12-01-20 | Western Kentucky v. Louisville -4 | 54-75 | Win | 100 | 11 h 27 m | Show | |
TUESDAY NIGHT 8* NCAAB BOOKIE BU$TER - 6 PM ET TIP-OFF The Louisville Cardinals put an 86-64 beating on Prairie View A&M last time out to stay a perfect 3-0 SU on the season. The Cardinals failed to cover the point spread for a second straight game, but I like them to win and cover the number here against a Western Kentucky team coming off a 70-64 loss to No. 15 West Virginia in the championship game of the Crossover Classic. Louisville ranks in the top 25 in the nation for both offensive and defensive field goal percentage, and while it's true it has only faced one decent team so far (Seton Hall), note that the Hilltoppers are expected to be without star guard Taveion Hollingsworth due to injury. Even if Hollingsworth takes the floor, he would do so with a sprained left thumb and hyper-extended elbow. 8* play on Louisville. |
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12-01-20 | Nebraska-Omaha v. Creighton -19.5 | 67-94 | Win | 100 | 7 h 6 m | Show | |
NEBRASKA-OMAHA VS CREIGHTON 8* NCAAB BOOKIE BOMBER The Nebraska Omaha Mavericks took a 70-58 loss to Abilene Christian last time out, and they have averaged just 61.3 ppg through their first three games of the season (1-2 SU, 0-3 ATS). They are in for a tough game here, facing the #9 Creighton who limited North Dakota State to 58 points in its season opener. Blue Jays head coach Greg McDermott was not happy with the team's performance though, and with that in mind I expect him to have his team ready and more motivated for this one, and if the Blue Jays are on their game, they can pretty much name the score in this one. 8* play on Creighton. |
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12-01-20 | USC v. BYU -3 | Top | 79-53 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 29 m | Show |
EARLY USC VS BYU ROMAN LEGENDS CLASSIC 10* TOP PLAY Both the USC Trojans and the BYU Cougars are heading into this Roman Legends Classic clash unbeaten, USC with a 2-0 record while BYU is 3-0. While BYU has been solid on both ends of the court ranking 23rd in the nation for points scored (92.0 ppg) and yet to allow more than 61 points on the season, note that USC has allowed almost 75 points per game. The Trojans needed overtime to get past California Baptist as a 19-point favorite in their season opener before coming through with a better effort in a 76-62 win over Montana last time out. BYU meanwhile has been dominant in each of its games, winning by an average of 32 points. Sure, this is no doubt a step up in competition compared to their previous opponents, but I think the Cougars are well worth a look in this one. 10* play on BYU Cougars. |
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11-30-20 | Stanford v. Alabama -2.5 | 82-64 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 37 m | Show | |
LATE NIGHT 8* NCAAB NIGHTCAP The Alabama Crimson Tide have already opened their season with a solid 81-57 triumph over Jacksonville State. They looked sluggish early on before coming to life in the second half, and I think having a game under their belt will be a big advantage here against a Stanford team that will play its first game of the season. 8* play on Alabama. |
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11-29-20 | Prairie View A&M v. Louisville -25 | 64-86 | Loss | -113 | 15 h 16 m | Show | |
SUNDAY NIGHT 8* NCAAB BOOKIE BLOWOUT The Louisville Cardinals are a perfect 2-0 SU and 1-1 ATS on the season. They defeated Evansville by 35 points as a 21-point favorite in the season opener and a tough Seton Hall by one point as a 5-point favorite last time out. I expect this game to play out more like their first matchup of the season. Prairie View A&M is coming off a close 64-61 win over Evansville, despite shooting just 36% from the floor and 26% from three-point range. The Cardinals have shot 50.5% in its wins while holding opponents to a combined 31.9% shooting. If the results against the only common opponent so far (Evansville) is a sign of things to come, then this game has a blowout written all over it. 8* play on Louisville. |
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11-28-20 | Virginia Tech v. Villanova -9.5 | Top | 81-73 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
VIRGINIA TECH VS VILLANOVA NCAAB 10* TOP PLAY The #3 Villanova Wildcats looked sluggish in their season-opening win over Boston College. Their second outing, a solid 83-74 win as a 6-point favorite against No. 18 Arizona State on Thursday, was more like the Nova team we expect to see and I think they'll roll over Arizona State here on Saturday. The Hokies opened the season with a 77-62 win as a 19-point favorite over Radford on November 25. I'm not sure the two-day break will be an advantage this early in the season when it's all about building momentum, and this is obviously a big step up in competition compared to Radford. Hokies are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games as an underdog. Wildcats are 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 neutral site games as a favorite. 10* play on Villanova. |
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11-27-20 | Belmont -3 v. George Mason | 77-67 | Win | 100 | 4 h 49 m | Show | |
BELMONT VS GEORGE MASON NCAAB BOOKIE BLA$TER The Belmont Bruins opened the season with a dominant 95-78 win as a 15.5-point favorite against Howard while the George Mason Patriots just barely defeated a non D-I team in Queens NC, 66-65. While the Bruins put up 95 points, there is still room for improvements as they shot only 27.3% from behind the arc. Bruins are 8-0-1 ATS in their last 9 games after scoring more than 90 points in their previous game and this line looks more than a little off to me. 8* play on Belmont. |
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11-26-20 | Gonzaga -3.5 v. Kansas | 102-90 | Win | 100 | 6 h 40 m | Show | |
KANSAS VS GONZAGA NCAAB BOOKIE BOMBER We couldn't ask for more of a marquee matchup here on Thanksgiving Day than this contest between the #6 Kansas Jayhawks and the top-ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs. Kansas will need to find a way to replace the scoring from key pieces like guard Devin Dotson and center Udoka Azubuike, and it might take a couple of games for the Jayhawks to figure things out. The Bulldogs have lost Filip Petrusev, Killian Tillie, Admon Gilder, and Ryan Woolridge, but they have also added Andrew Nembhard, transfer from Florida, and have a great mix of talent and experience. "I wanted to be on this team. It will be in our hands," small forward Corey Kispert, a preseason All-American, said. "I see the talent from the freshmen to the other guys and it's easy to want to be a part of it." This will come down to Kansas defense vs. the Zags offense, and I think Gonzaga will hit the ground running and eventually pull away to not only win but also cover the spread. 8* play on Gonzaga. |
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11-25-20 | Cal-Irvine v. Pepperdine -2 | 72-86 | Win | 100 | 7 h 30 m | Show | |
WEDNESDAY NIGHT NCAAB BANKROLL BUILDER In these turbulent times, consistency and experience is huge. That's why I think Pepperdine has a big edge in this matchup with UC Irvine. While Pepperdine brings back four of its starters from last season, the Anteaters have had a bigger turnover and need to find a way to replace three of their top-four scorers, including both guards. Pepperdine defeated UC Irvine 77-73 last season, and I think they'll beat them again here in the opener of the 2020/21 season. 8* play on Pepperdine. |
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11-25-20 | Fairfield v. Providence -19.5 | 56-97 | Win | 100 | 7 h 59 m | Show | |
FAIRFIELD @ PROVIDENCE BOOKIE BOMBER Sure, this is a lot of points to cover, but I fully expect Providence to come out full steam ahead here. The Friars are coming off a 19-12 season and looked locked in for a spot in the NCAA Tournament before the coronavirus shut down the season. They have lost guards Alpha Diallo and Luwane Pipkins, but there's still a lot of talent on this team and they have a good coach in Ed Cooley. Fairfield is coming off a 12-20 season and returns two of its top-three scorers. That doesn't say much though as its offense was one of the worst in the nation, averaging just 58.0 points per game. The Friars can pretty much name the score here, and I would be very surprised if they don't set the tone for the new season with a massive blowout. 8* play on Providence. |
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10-11-20 | Lakers -5 v. Heat | 106-93 | Win | 100 | 11 h 40 m | Show | |
LAKERS VS HEAT NBA FINALS GAME 6 BOOKIE BU$TER The Los Angeles Lakers have missed out on two opportunities to close out the series, but I think the third time is the charm. As a bonus for us spread bettors, they're asked to cover a couple of points less than the previous game and I just don't see the Heat surviving another game. They've fought bravely to win two elimination games, but the fairy tale must end now. Keep in mind that the Lakers were more-or-less a missed Danny Green three-pointer from clinching the title last time out. The Heat are capable of making it rain from beyond the arc, and when the shots hit they win, but I expect the Lakers to bring a much better defense tonight. Miami star Jimmy Butler sat down for merely 48 seconds throughout Game 5 and was gasping for air at the end. Lakers big man Anthony Davis is banged up, but he's still a force to be reckoned with. 8*play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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10-09-20 | Heat v. Lakers -7 | Top | 111-108 | Loss | -110 | 38 h 55 m | Show |
HEAT VS LAKERS GAME 5 NBA FINALS BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Miami Heat got a backdoor cover with a meaningless last-second three-pointer last game. Sure, the Lakers didn't pull away until late in the fourth quarter, but I don't think this Game 5 where the LA Lakers can clinch the championship will be particularly close. The cat and mouse play is over, LeBron and A.D. will be going for the kill and heading into the game at a 3-1 deficit in the series, the Heat players know it's game over as well. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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10-06-20 | Lakers -7 v. Heat | Top | 102-96 | Loss | -111 | 16 h 1 m | Show |
LAKERS VS HEAT NBA FINALS GAME 4 NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Miami Heat came through with a 115-104 win last time out that snapped the LA Lakers dominance and ensured the NBA Finals won't end in a sweep. So now the Heat are supposed the tie the series at two apiece? I don't think so. The Lakers have been phenomenal at bouncing back from the few setbacks they've suffered in the playoffs, and LeBron James looked anything but happy after Sunday's defeat. He'll have the team ready to fire on all cylinders again to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the series, and if Lakers win, I have no doubt they'll also cover the spread. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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10-04-20 | Lakers -9.5 v. Heat | Top | 104-115 | Loss | -108 | 19 h 44 m | Show |
LAKERS VS HEAT GAME 3 NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY Normally I would expect the clearly superior team (Los Angeles Lakers) to show some kind of courtesy and take the foot off the gas either Game 3 or Game 4. Under the current circumstances though, I don't think that's an option. This old Lakers side clearly wants to get out of the bubble and back to their families ASAP, and perhaps the Heat as well, even if it means getting swept. Miami has a young squad with the future ahead of them, and the players might look at this series as a wash, already looking forward to more realistic shots at winning the title later on in their careers. The Lakers have kept the Heat at an arms-length distance through the first two games, stepping up the intensitity whenever needed. I don't see the winning margin staying under double-digits. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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10-02-20 | Heat v. Lakers -9.5 | Top | 114-124 | Win | 100 | 15 h 26 m | Show |
GAME OF THE MONTH (NBA) - HEAT VS LAKERS GAME 2 MAX BET The Los Angeles Lakers made Game 1 of the NBA Finals look like boys against men, winning by 18 points despite allowing Miami win the fourth quarter by eight points. Perhaps even worse than losing the game, Miami also suffered a couple of injuries and guard Goran Dragic and center Bam Adebayo are doubtful for Game 2 Friday night. I thought Miami would have a shot at taking the Lakers by surprise in the first game, but it didn't take them further than a 15 point lead halfway through the first quarter. After that, the Lakers, who have had a comfortable path to the finals, upped the intensity while the Heat, who have had to battle for every series, ran out of gas. This should be all Lake Show from now on as Miami, while young and talented, has no answer for the experience and star power of AD and LeBron. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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09-30-20 | Heat +5 v. Lakers | Top | 98-116 | Loss | -105 | 37 h 5 m | Show |
HEAT VS LAKERS NBA FINALS GAME 1 BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The young Miami Heat have been arguably the best team in the NBA bubble and they've shown no respect whatsoever, no matter how they've played, despite being underdogs in most games. The LA Lakers have the experience, but they have lost two of three series openers here in the playoffs straight up. While I'm not sure the Heat are capable of winning four games to win the championship, I do think they'll take their opponent by surprise here in Game 1 of the NBA Finals and if not winning outright, at least cover the spread. Lakers are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games playing on 3 or more days rest. Heat are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 2 days rest. Heat are 12-3 ATS in their last 15 games overall. 10* play on Miami Heat. |
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09-26-20 | Nuggets v. Lakers -5 | 107-117 | Win | 100 | 19 h 39 m | Show | |
NUGGETS VS LAKERS WCF GAME 5 BOOKIE BLA$TER The Denver Nuggets are facing elimination, down 3-1 in the series after taking a 114-108 loss in Game 4 on Thursday. While they've battled back from the same deficit in both their first-round series against Utah and again in the conference semifinals against the Clippers, they just have to be running out of steam pretty soon. Jamal Murray has been carrying the team throughout the playoffs, but he should be outmatched as LeBron James and Anthony Davis step up for Los Angeles. Lakers are 1-1-1 ATS in the games they've won in this series but 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8 games as a favorite. 8* play on Los Angeles Lakers ATS. |
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09-25-20 | Heat +3.5 v. Celtics | Top | 108-121 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
GAME OF THE MONTH (NBA) - HEAT VS CELTICS GAME 5 MAJOR WAGER TOP PLAY The Miami Heat enter Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals with a 3-1 lead, and well deservedly so despite closing every game as an underdog. I think the Celtics are done and dusted after missing out on an opportunity to tie the best-of-seven series at two apiece, losing Game 4 by three points. Also, it must be rather devastating for the Celtics to have their backs against the wall after two costly collapses, giving up double-digit leads in each of the first two games of the series. The market is taking a firm stance with the Celtics, making them a favorite once again, but I think it's time to give the Heat some respect. Heat are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record and 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games as an underdog. 10* play on Miami Heat. |
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09-24-20 | Lakers -6 v. Nuggets | 114-108 | Push | 0 | 8 h 53 m | Show | |
LAKERS VS NUGGETS WCF GAME 4 BOOKIE BLA$TER Good spot to back the Lakers off a loss. They've been money off a loss previously in the playoffs, and the game 3 setback could be just the wake up call they needed. 8* play on LA Lakers. |
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09-23-20 | Celtics -3 v. Heat | Top | 109-112 | Loss | -107 | 39 h 18 m | Show |
CELTICS VS HEAT GAME 4 NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Miami Heat are leading the series 2-1, but I still hold the Boston Celtics as the better team. The Celtics dominated the better part of the two losses as well, only to fall apart in the second half. Last time out however, they managed to hold the Heat at a comfortable distance the whole game to earn a 117-106 victory. Celtics' Gordon Hayward was finally back in action after going down with an ankle strain over a month ago, and as he gets his rhythm back the Celtics will be even deadlier. Now the Celtics have the momentum, and if they just stay focused for the full game they'll win this one and tie the series at two apiece. 10* play on Boston Celtics. |
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09-10-20 | Lakers -5 v. Rockets | Top | 110-100 | Win | 100 | 14 h 15 m | Show |
LAKERS VS ROCKETS THURSDAY NIGHT NBA TOP PLAY The Los Angeles Lakers dropped the series opener against Portland in the first round, but their opponent didn't stand much of a chance from that point on. This Western Conference semifinals series with the Houston Rockets looks to shape up the way with the Lakers pulling away in the fourth quarter of the last two games to take a 2-1 lead in the series. Lebron James, Anthony Davis, and Rajon Rondo combined for 83 of the team's 112 points last the time out, and the Lakeshow has really started to make the most of their size advantage, particularly on defense with few uncontested looks for the Rockets. I think the Lakers will come through with a third straight win and cover here in Game 4. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers -5. |
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09-08-20 | Heat -2.5 v. Bucks | Top | 103-94 | Win | 100 | 16 h 22 m | Show |
HEAT VS BUCKS BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Milwaukee Bucks fought off elimination with a 118-115 OT win in Game 4. They did so largely without injured star Giannis Antetokounmpo as other players stepped up their game, but I don't see them being able to do it two games in a row. "We're gonna forget about it and move on -- and learn," Heat All-Star Jimmy Butler said after Game 4. "You learn from stuff like this, and how fragile this thing is and how you can't take any of this for granted. How you can't just walk into a game and expect to win." The Heat have proven themselves to be the hotter team here in the bubble and Antetokounmpo (sprained right ankle) is expected to be a game-time call for Tuesday's Game 5. No team in the NBA has never come back from a 3-0 playoff series deficit to win, and with or without Giannis, I think the Bucks will be packing their bags tonight. 10* play on Miami Heat -2.5. |
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09-07-20 | Clippers -8.5 v. Nuggets | 113-107 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 48 m | Show | |
CLIPPERS VS NUGGETS GAME 3 BOOKIE BLA$TER The Denver Nuggets responded well to an embarrassing 120-97 defeat in the series opener and tied up at one apiece with a 110-101 last time out. The Nuggets came out on fire and with way more energy than the Clippers. They built up a solid first-quarter lead the Clips simply couldn't recover from, but I like the Clips to be on their toes from the start tonight and show their class to take back command of the series with a win. "We will be better for Game 3," Clippers' Paul George told reporters. "There's no pep talk for it. It's the playoffs. We got to be ready. We've got to come out a lot stronger and we'll be up for the fight." Clippers are 21-6 ATS in their last 27 games following an ATS loss and the Clippers are 37-16 ATS in their last 53 games following a straight-up loss. Nuggets are 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight-up win. 8* play on Los Angeles Clippers. |
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09-07-20 | Celtics -1 v. Raptors | Top | 111-89 | Win | 100 | 13 h 39 m | Show |
CELTICS VS RAPTORS GAME 5 BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Toronto Raptors have clawed themselves back into this series with back-to-back wins to tie it at two apiece. I think it's worth noting though that the Celtics would've had a 3-0 lead after three games if not for a buzzer-beater 3-pointer which might've negatively affected them in Game 4. I like the Celtics to bounce back and retake the lead. The main difference last time out was that the Celtics shot just 20% (7-of-35) from behind the arc while Toronto made 17-of-45 (39%), but I expect the Celtics to shoot the ball better tonight. "We just really missed," Celtics PG Kemba Walker said. "We missed a lot of open ones that we know we can make. Like I said, we gotta make them. We have to make shots. When guys get shots, when guys are open, we gotta knock them shots down." 10* play on Boston Celtics. |
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09-06-20 | Rockets +5.5 v. Lakers | 109-117 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 22 m | Show | |
ROCKETS VS LAKERS GAME 2 HARDWOOD HAMMER The Houston Rockets limited the Lakers to 97 points on 42% shooting from the field and 11-of-38 (29%) from behind the arc. The Rockets have really stepped it up on the defensive end lately and the Lakers have trouble countering Houston's small ball approach. "The playoffs (are) about making adjustments," Harden said after Game 1. " ... We've got to be even better in Game 2, because the principles and the schemes and all that stuff will ramp up, so guys gotta be even more engaged." I think the Rockets will give the Lakers all they can handle once again here in Game 2 of this Western Conference semi-finals series. 8* play on Houston Rockets. |
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09-05-20 | Raptors v. Celtics +1 | Top | 100-93 | Loss | -109 | 19 h 45 m | Show |
RAPTORS VS CELTICS SATURDAY NIGHT NBA TOP PLAY The Toronto Raptors looked dead certain to fall down into a 3-0 hole before OG Anunoby hit a buzzer-beater 3-pointer for a 104-103 victory last time out. Still, one could easily argue that the Raptors didn't deserve to win that game, and I like the Celtics to come back and claim Game 4 of this best-of-seven series. The Celtics have great confidence in themselves and have even claimed we have yet to see them play their best basketball. "We have a really competitive group. We have a really intrinsically motivated group," said Boston coach Brad Stevens. "... We were on the unfortunate end of a tough loss last night. So you lick your wounds, you're feeling whatever emotions you're feeling, and then you move on." 10* play on Boston Celtics +1. |
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09-04-20 | Bucks -5 v. Heat | Top | 100-115 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
BUCKS VS HEAT NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY It is pretty much now or never for the Milwaukee Bucks as another loss would put them in a 3-0 hole and just one game away from elimination. I like the Bucks to step up their game to come through to win and cover the spread. They lost the last game by only two points despite shooting a lowly 28% (7 of 25) from beyond the arc while Miami shot 37.8% (17 of 45). Both teams shot around 38% from 3-point range during the regular season and the Bucks should come out laser-focused and determined tonight. 10* play on Milwaukee Bucks. |
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08-31-20 | Heat v. Bucks -5 | 115-104 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 6 m | Show | |
HEAT VS BUCKS MONDAY NIGHT NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER The fifth-seeded Miami Heat had no trouble to sweep the Indiana Pacers in the last round, but it might be a disadvantage as they've not played competitive basketball for a week. The top-ranked Milwaukee Bucks on the other hand are more up to speed after completing a gentleman's sweep of the Magic just a few days ago and the three-day break in the postseason might've worked to their advantage. While I think the Heat will put up some good fights in this series eventually, the Bucks have a big situational edge here in Game 1 IMO. Heat are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games as an underdog. Bucks are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games (as a favorite). 8* play on Milwaukee Bucks. |
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08-30-20 | Celtics +2.5 v. Raptors | Top | 112-94 | Win | 100 | 14 h 10 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA) - CELTICS VS RAPTORS MAJOR WAGER TOP PLAY The Eastern Conference semifinal series between Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors will finally get underway Sunday after several days' delay. Both teams made light work of their opponent in the first round, but it's tough to draw any conclusions from those contests as both opponents were shorthanded. That being said, I was particularly impressed with how the Celtics took care of a difficult Philly team and they won three of four against the Raptors during the regular season, including a 122-100 victory in the Orlando bubble on Aug. 7. 10* play on Boston Celtics. |
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08-29-20 | Thunder v. Rockets -5 | 80-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 46 m | Show | |
THUNDER VS ROCKETS NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER The Oklahoma City Thunder looked like they were down for the count, but they have clawed themselves back in the series with back-to-back wins to tie the series at two apiece. This Game 5 was originally scheduled to be played on Wednesday was postponed, The delay has worked perfectly of the Rockets as Russell Westbrook (quad) is now listed as available to make his first appearance in the playoffs this season. I think the return of Westbrook will prove to be just the energy injection the Rockets need to sway the momentum back in their favor and take control of the series again. 8* play on Houston Rockets -5. |
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08-24-20 | Pacers v. Heat -6 | 87-99 | Win | 100 | 16 h 1 m | Show | |
PACERS VS HEAT MONDAY NIGHT NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER The Miami Heat are going for the sweep of this Eastern Conference first-round series Monday night. The first three games have not been particularly close (average 10-point average margin of victory for Miami), and I expect another lopsided Heat win in this one. Sitting in an 0-3 hole, the temptation to just pack it in and get out of the bubble must be strong for Indiana. Miami has dominated the perimeter as well as the paint, and earned 52 free throws attempts last time out. I don't see the Pacers players start risking their bodies in a similar way for a slim to none chance of turning this series around, so therefor, back Miami to win and cover to close out the series. 8* play on Miami Heat. |
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08-23-20 | Nuggets v. Jazz -3 | 127-129 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 6 m | Show | |
NUGGETS VS JAZZ SUNDAY NIGHT NBA BANKROLL BUILDER The Denver Nuggets won Game 1 in OT, but it's still fair to say that they struggled to stop the Utah Jazz on the defensive end through the first two games of the series. The return of Jazz's Mike Conley in Game 3 didn't make things any easier. Utah won the last matchup 124-87 and I like them to take a 3-1 lead in the series with a win tonight. Utah has better perimeter shooting and Rudy Gobert has started to dominate the paint. 8* play on Utah Jazz. |
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08-22-20 | Rockets -3 v. Thunder | Top | 107-119 | Loss | -107 | 17 h 51 m | Show |
ROCKETS VS THUNDER NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Oklahoma City Thunder enter Game 3 of this Western Conference quarter-finals series in an 0-2 hole. They've tried different approaches to counter Houston's small-ball without much success, and I expect to see another Rockets win tonight. While OKC has a significant edge when it comes to size, it just can't keep up defensively which spells big trouble as the Rockets have plenty of talented shooters looking to pounce on every open look they get. James Harden finished the last game with 21 points and nine assists, and Houston is even more dangerous than usual when "the Beard" shares the ball with his teammates. Admittedly it is tough to win three in a row in any playoffs series, but the Rockets have not given us any reason to doubt them (they're even playing defense!) and I'll back them again. 10* play on Houston Rockets. |
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08-21-20 | Clippers -4.5 v. Mavs | Top | 130-122 | Win | 100 | 21 h 25 m | Show |
CLIPPERS VS MAVS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY This best-of-seven NBA playoffs series is tied at 1-1 following a strong 127-114 win for the No.7 Dallas Mavericks in the last game. I like the second-seeded LA Clippers to bounce back with a big outing tonight. The Clippers have had the Mavs number most of the season winning four of five meetings. They didn't take care of the ball last time out, but I don't see this normally so solid Clippers side commit that many turnovers two games in a row. Clippers are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points and 35-16 ATS in their last 51 games following a straight up loss. Mavericks are 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 10* play on Los Angeles Clippers. |
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08-21-20 | Celtics -5.5 v. 76ers | 102-94 | Win | 100 | 8 h 46 m | Show | |
CELTICS VS 76ERS NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER The Boston Celtics have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in this Eastern Conference quarter-finals matchup. I'm sure they still have the utmost respect for their opponent and know that they can't afford to allow them back in the series. The Celtics are dominating the perimeter while the Sixers are struggling with their three-point shooting. The Celtics have a good roster depth and their advantage should get bigger the deeper into the series we get. 8* play on Boston Celtics. |
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08-21-20 | Nuggets -1 v. Jazz | 87-124 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 16 m | Show | |
NUGGETS VS JAZZ NBA BANKROLL BUILDER This Western Conference first-round series is tied at 1-1 following a 124-105 Utah Jazz victory over Denver on Wednesday. I expect Denver to bounce back and take Game 3. These two teams are quite evenly matched and I would not be surprised to see them trade wins until a deciding Game 7. Nuggets are 13-6-2 ATS in their last 21 games following a straight up loss and 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings. 8* play on Denver Nuggets. |
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08-20-20 | Thunder v. Rockets -2.5 | Top | 98-111 | Win | 100 | 7 h 18 m | Show |
THUNDER VS ROCKETS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Houston Rockets closed out the regular season with three consecutive losses, but they switched back on when it really mattered to defeat the OKC Thunder 123-108 in Game 1 of this Western Conference first-round playoff series. I like Houston to come through with another dominant performance to win Game 2 as well. The Thunder couldn't figure out a way to stop the Rockets' small and quick lineup in the first meeting of the series, and I don't see them having more success in this one. Russell Westbrook is out with a strained right quadriceps, but the Rockets have plenty of shooters to pick up the slack. Rockets are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games following a straight-up win of more than 10 points and 6-2 ATS in their last 8 Conference Quarterfinals games. 10* play on Houston Rockets. |
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08-19-20 | 76ers v. Celtics -4.5 | Top | 101-128 | Win | 100 | 14 h 46 m | Show |
76ERS VS CELTICS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Boston Celtics won the opener of this Eastern Conference best-of-seven playoffs series 109-101 on Monday without even playing all that great. The Sixers bench outscored Boston's, but they lack outside threat without superstar Ben Simmons and the Celtics did a decent job containing Joel Embiid in the paint. While Boston can focus on shutting down Embiid, the Sixers have no such luxury as the C's have plenty of playmakers. Tonight Boston will have to without Gordon Hayward (sprained ankle), and while he is at risk of missing the rest of the series I expect Boston's bench to up its game and pick up the slack. Philly has now lost four of its last five games, and while only the most recent one really mattered it's certainly not a positive trend. The Celtics on the other hand are 5-1 in their last six and I'm happy to keep riding the hotter Celtics to win and cover tonight. 10* play on Boston Celtics. |
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08-19-20 | Jazz v. Nuggets -3.5 | 124-105 | Loss | -107 | 1 h 18 m | Show | |
JAZZ VS NUGGETS NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER The Denver Nuggets needed overtime to take care of Utah in the opener of this Western Conference quarter-finals playoff series. I think they'll have an easier ride today to win and cover the spread as a favorite. Utah star Donovan Mitchell had a historic game with a career-best 57 points on 19-of-33 shooting. Still, the Jazz didn't win and Mitchell can't be expected to carry the team on his back every game of the series. Denver is banged up, but it still has decent roster depth and Nikola Jokic showed that he's a better big than Utah's Rudy Gobert. 8* play on Denver Nuggets. |
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08-18-20 | Blazers v. Lakers -5.5 | Top | 100-93 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 55 m | Show |
BLAZERS VS LAKERS TUESDAY NIGHT NBA TOP PLAY The eighth-seeded Portland Trail Blazers might give the No. 1 seed LA Lakers some trouble in this opening-round Western Conference series, but I do like the Lakers to show their class in Game 1. The whole Lakers team, and their key players, in particular, will be well-rested while the Blazers haven't had the luxury to afford to rest anyone during their red hot eight-game bubble run to the playoffs. One must wonder how much gas is left in the tank for Damian Lillard who has been outstanding in Florida. Additionally, while this will be the Lakers' first playoff appearance in seven years, the current roster has plenty of postseason experience. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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08-17-20 | Mavs v. Clippers -6 | 110-118 | Win | 100 | 8 h 30 m | Show | |
LATE NIGHT MAVS VS CLIPPERS BANKROLL BUILDER The Dallas Mavericks are a very capable team when holding the ball, but they're one of the worst defensive teams in the playoffs. The LA Clippers have elite scorers as well and they're more organized on the defensive end. Two-time NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard led the Raptors to the title last season while Dallas' stars are young and lack (postseason) experience. Mavericks are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games overall and 3-7 ATS in their last 10 playoff games as an underdog. Clippers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall and 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games as a favorite. 8* play on Los Angeles Clippers -6. |
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08-17-20 | 76ers v. Celtics -5.5 | 101-109 | Win | 100 | 17 h 4 m | Show | |
76ERS VS CELTICS NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER I like the third-seeded Boston Celtics to open this best-of-seven series against the No. 6 Philadelphia 76ers with a commanding win. The Sixers will have to do without All-Star guard Ben Simmons will miss the playoffs following knee surgery, and who knows for how long Joel Embiid can stay healthy. Philadelphia went 3-1 SU and ATS against the Celtics during the regular season, but that was with a healthy Simmons. I think the Celtics are underrated. While they may not have an absolute superstar, their roster depth is impressive to say the least. Additionally, while Boston is listed as a home team, this obviously plays more like an away game for both teams and Celtics own a far superior road record compared to the Sixers this season. 8* play on Boston Celtics. |
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08-15-20 | Grizzlies v. Blazers -5.5 | Top | 122-126 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 23 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA) - TOP RATED MAJOR WAGER The Memphis Grizzlies are just 2-6 in Orlando and only barely made the play-in tournament with a 119-106 win over Milwaukee in the last regular-season game. They'll face a red hot Portland side that has won six of eight, and while Memphis defeated Portland in the first round of games in the bubble back on July 31, I don't think it'll stand much of a chance here. The Blazers are firing on all cylinders, and the Grizzlies do not have any player that can match the output of Damian Lillard who has been absolutely outstanding in recent games. Trail Blazers are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games as a favorite. Grizzlies are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog. 10* play on Portland Trail Blazers -5.5. |
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08-13-20 | Mavs v. Suns -7 | Top | 102-128 | Win | 100 | 6 h 9 m | Show |
THURSDAY AFTERNOON NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY TESTS 7-3 RUN The red hot Phoenix Suns have won seven straight games in the Orlando bubble. They need an eighth straight and a loss for either Portland and Memphis to earn a spot in the play-in game. Memphis plays before Phoenix while Portland plays the last game, so even if Memphis wins its game, Phoenix will still have every reason in the world to win this one and hope that the Blazers lose later. The Mavs on the other hand are locked into the seventh seed in the Western Conference playoffs and I would not be surprised if they give their key pieces the night off here to stay healthy and fresh for the postseason. 10* play on Phoenix Suns. |
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08-11-20 | Blazers -2.5 v. Mavs | Top | 134-131 | Win | 100 | 9 h 9 m | Show |
BLAZERS VS MAVS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Portland Trail Blazers will be playing their third game in four nights. As they're battling for one of the two play-in game spots they have no other option than to go all-in every night though, and I think they'll have enough gas left in the tank to beat Dallas. The Mavs are coming off a 136-132 OT win over Milwaukee, but they have dropped three of five in the Orlando bubble and while Dallas has a chance of the No. 5 seed in the West, in reality, it wouldn't change much. At this point in the season motivation means almost everything, and that gives Portland the edge in this contest. 10* play on Portland Trail Blazers. |
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08-11-20 | Celtics v. Grizzlies +4.5 | 122-107 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 12 m | Show | |
CELTICS VS GRIZZLIES NBA BANKROLL BUILDER The Memphis Grizzlies have won just one of six games in the Orlando bubble. They are not at risk of losing out of the No. 8 seed and might lose out on a play-in game spot altogether with Portland, Phoenix and San Antonio threatening behind. Boston has the No. 3 seed in the East locked up, and after winning three straight games I would not be the least surprised if the Celtics come out flat in this one. 8* play on Memphis Grizzlies. |
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08-10-20 | Thunder v. Suns -5 | Top | 101-128 | Win | 100 | 13 h 7 m | Show |
MONDAY AFTERNOON NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Phoenix Suns are the only undefeated team in the NBA bubble with five straight wins. They almost certainly have to win their remaining three contests to have any shot of making a play-in game, and I think they'll keep rolling here when taking on Oklahoma City Monday night. The Thunder are in a dogfight with Houston and Utah for the 4-6 seeds in the West, but note that they have traded wins and losses through their five games in the bubble. With OKC coming off a 121-103 win over Washington on Sunday, I think they'll come out flat here playing on no rest. 10* play on Phoenix Suns. |
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08-09-20 | Rockets -5 v. Kings | Top | 129-112 | Win | 100 | 13 h 7 m | Show |
ROCKETS VS KINGS SUNDAY NIGHT NBA TOP PLAY The Sacramento Kings have dropped four of five games in the bubble and their chances of making the playoffs are now slim to none. They've been atrocious on the defensive end which will spell trouble against a Houston team that ranks second in the league for points per game. The Rockets are 3-1 in the bubble and still have plenty of motivation to keep racking up wins as they are jostling for the 3-6 seeds in the West. Russell Westbrook and Eric Gordon have been ruled out, but Harden shouldn't need much help to put the Kings away. 10* play on Houston Rockets. |
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08-08-20 | Clippers v. Blazers +4.5 | Top | 122-117 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 18 m | Show |
SUPER EARLY CLIPPERS VS BLAZERS BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Portland Trail Blazers have been playing well in the bubble, winning three of four outright while compiling a 3-0-1 ATS record. The Blazers are still on the outside looking in on postseason play in 2020 and must keep pushing the pedal to the metal as long as they can. As for the LA Clippers, they have alternated wins and losses through their first four games in Orlando. With a playoff spot already locked up, this is not surprising considering the Clippers situation. They don't want to push their key pieces too much, risking fatigue/injuries but also want to see enough effort to keep the momentum for the playoffs. Last time out they put a 126-11 beating on Dallas. The Clippers are 2-7 ATS in their last nine games following a straight-up win of more than 10 points and I would not be surprised if they came out a bit flat in this one. 10* play on Portland +4.5. |
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08-07-20 | Thunder -3.5 v. Grizzlies | Top | 92-121 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 54 m | Show |
GAME OF THE MONTH (NBA) - TOP RATED MAJOR WAGER ATS The Memphis Grizzlies are slumping at the worst possible time and have yet to win a game in the NBA bubble. With four games to play, they are now only ½ game ahead of Portland for the No. 8 seed in the West and will face three title contenders from the East on deck following this contest. The demoralized Grizzlies can't like their chances of making the postseason, and I think their slump will continue here against a hot Oklahoma City Thunder team beat the LA Lakers last time out. While OKC is already guaranteed to make the playoffs, it is still battling Utah and Houston for the 4th seed in the West. They have won two of three in Orlando (could easily be 3-0) and I'm more than happy to take the better team with positive momentum to cover the small spread as a favorite. Thunder are 13-4 ATS in their last 17 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Grizzlies are 0-4 ATS in their four games in the bubble. 10* play on Oklahoma City Thunder. |
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08-07-20 | Jazz v. Spurs -1.5 | 111-119 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show | |
SUPER EARLY JAZZ VS SPURS NBA BANKROLL BUILDER Reports suggest that Utah's Mike Conley, Donovan Mitchell, Royce O'Neale and Rudy Gobert will not be available for Friday's game against the Spurs. They'll play a San Antonio team that more or less has to win out to have any chance of making the playoffs. I like the motivated Spurs to beat Utah's backups. 8* play on San Antonio Spurs. |
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08-06-20 | Lakers v. Rockets +2 | 97-113 | Win | 100 | 11 h 15 m | Show | |
LATE NIGHT ROCKETS VS LAKERS BOOKIE BLA$TER The Los Angeles Lakers will be playing on no rest after taking a 105-86 loss to the OKC Thunder on Wednesday. Both Lebron James and Anthony Davis logged about 30 minutes each, and with the top seed in the West already clinched I would not be surprised to see the Lakers manage their key players' minutes and rest several regulars in this one. The Rockets are coming off a loss to Portland and I expect them to be eager to bounce back fast and hard. 8* play on Houston Rockets. |
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08-06-20 | Blazers -3 v. Nuggets | 125-115 | Win | 100 | 10 h 18 m | Show | |
BLAZERS VS NUGGETS THURSDAY NIGHT HARDWOOD HAMMER This looks like a potential flat spot for the shorthanded Denver Nuggets who will be playing on back-to-back nights and coming off a pair of victories. The Portland Trail Blazers have had a day off since a meriting 110-102 win over Houston and the team is 2-1 SU (2-0-1 ATS) in the NBA bubble. The Blazers are still very much in desperation mode as they try to hunt down the slumping Memphis Grizzlies for the No. 8 seed in the west. The Nuggets are likely to be without the services of Gary Harris, Jamal Murray, and Will Barton for a fourth straight game and their bench must be running out of steam. 8* play on Portland -3. |
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08-06-20 | Clippers -4 v. Mavs | 126-111 | Win | 100 | 10 h 16 m | Show | |
CLIPPERS VS MAVS BASKET BRAWLER Both the Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks have dropped two of three in the bubble. Neither side has all that much to play for during the remaining of the regular season and staying healthy is the No. 1 priority. This comes down to which team wants it the most looking to build some momentum for the playoffs. I expect the Clippers to show more purpose coming off a loss to the Suns while Dallas is coming off a 114-110 comeback victory over the Sacramento Kings. Additionally, Dallas' defense is just atrocious at times while LA's D is truly elite. The Mavs rely heavily on making their shots, but the team is in big trouble if they're having a bad day on the offensive end. Clippers are 21-6 ATS in their last 27 games following a straight up loss. Mavericks are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win. 8* play on Los Angeles Clippers. |
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08-05-20 | Nuggets v. Spurs +3.5 | Top | 132-126 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 10 m | Show |
NUGGETS VS SPURS NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER TOP PLAY The San Antonio Spurs are making a serious push for the playoffs and had won back-to-back games in the NBA bubble prior to a 132-130 loss to the 76ers last time out. This Spurs team is scrappier than most people thought, and I think they'll give the Denver Nuggets all they can handle in this matchup. Denver is banged up and pretty much just looking to get out of the regular season as healthy as possible. The Nuggets did bounce back to defeat OKC in OT last time out after losing their first game in the bubble to Miami, but I just don't see them caring much about this contest, particularly considering how shorthanded they are. Note that Will Barton and Gary Harris have both already been ruled out for Wednesday’s game, while Jamal Murray is questionable. Look for a healthier and more motivated Spurs team to at the very least cover the spread and possibly win outright. 10* play on San Antonio Spurs. |
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08-05-20 | Grizzlies v. Jazz -5 | 115-124 | Win | 100 | 5 h 44 m | Show | |
EARLY GRIZZLIES VS JAZZ NBA DAYTIME DESTROYER Both the Memphis Grizzlies and the Utah Jazz are winless SU and ATS in the bubble. I like the Jazz to be the team to end their skid here Wednesday afternoon. Utah is coming off an encouraging performance against the Lakers, where they kept pace with them for most of the game. The Grizzlies on the other hand have not shown nearly the urgency you expect from a team currently outside the playoff spots in their back-to-back losses to San Antonio and New Orleans. I expect Utah's talent and superior defense to get the job done. 8* play on Utah Jazz -5. |
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08-03-20 | Grizzlies v. Pelicans -4 | Top | 99-109 | Win | 100 | 19 h 46 m | Show |
MONDAY NIGHT NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The New Orleans Pelicans have had a day of rest and contemplation since taking a 126-103 beating by the Clippers in their first match in the NBA Bubble on Saturday. I like them to come back with a vengeance, facing a Memphis team that will be playing on no rest after scrapping with the Spurs on Sunday. While Memphis has a strong ATS record on no days rest, playing on no rest without being up to speed this early following the long hiatus is a tough ask. I'm happy to take the fresher legs in this contest. 10* play on New Orleans Pelicans. |
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08-03-20 | Nuggets v. Thunder -6 | 121-113 | Loss | -115 | 3 h 21 m | Show | |
NUGGETS VS THUNDER NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER NUGGETS VS THUNDER NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER A shorthanded Denver Nuggets team took a 125-105 loss to Miami in their first game in the NBA bubble. They were without three starters as Will Barton, Gary Harris and Jamal Murray all missed that contest. Barton and Harris are out for this one while Murray is questionable. I think the banged up Nuggets will come up short again, this time against the Thunder who looked sharp in their 110-94 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday. 8* play on Oklahoma City Thunder. |
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08-02-20 | Kings +2.5 v. Magic | Top | 116-132 | Loss | -105 | 18 h 20 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA) - KINGS @ MAGIC MAJOR WAGER TOP PLAY Here we have a nice motivational advantage for the Sacramento Kings who are near desperation mode after opening the two-week seeding restart with a 129-120 loss to the Spurs. The Kings in a dogfight for the No.8 seed in the West, and with so many teams involved they can't afford to drop many games to at the very least position themselves for a play-in game. The Orlando Magic are in a much better situation in the East, sitting seventh and with a 6.5 game gap down to No. 9 Washington. Additionally, they are in a potential flat spot following a 128-118 win over Brooklyn. Kings are 5-0-1 ATS in their last 6 games as an underdog and 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings with Orlando. 10* play on Sacramento Kings. |
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08-01-20 | Heat v. Nuggets +1 | Top | 125-105 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 31 m | Show |
SUPER EARLY HEAT VS NUGGETS BOOKIE BREAKER TOP PLAY The Denver Nuggets defeated the Heat 109-89 back in November. While that might as well have been a lifetime ago, I still think they have an edge here in the two teams' first game back since the Covid-19 pandemic put the NBA season on hold. Admittedly, the Heat have an advantage on the perimeter but the Nuggets should dominate the interior. Backing a team relying on its sharpshooting following an extended hiatus is a risky business, and I'm counting on the Nuggets to grind down their opponent with their size and squad depth in this one. 10* play on Denver Nuggets. |
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07-31-20 | Kings -3 v. Spurs | Top | 120-129 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 3 m | Show |
KINGS VS SPURS FRIDAY NIGHT NBA TOP PLAY This looks like a good spot to back the Sacramento Kings who sit 3.5 games out of the No. 8 seed in the West, 1.5 games ahead of the Spurs. San Antonio will have to do without power forward LaMarcus Aldridge down the stretch as he has undergone season-ending shoulder surgery, and I would not be surprised to see the Spurs tanking. Spurs have been one of the worst teams in the NBA so far with a 25-37-1 ATS record. I'm happy to roll with the Kings in this one. 10* play on Sacramento Kings. |
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07-31-20 | Magic -4.5 v. Nets | 128-118 | Win | 100 | 558 h 11 m | Show | |
NBA BOOKIE BA$HER - JULY 31 MATCHUP I like the Orlando Magic to win and cover the spread when they take on the Brooklyn Nets in their first game back from the hiatus. The Nets will be short on bodies as Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant won’t be back for the rest of the season while DeAndre Jordan has been ruled out following a positive COVID-19 test. Additionally, the Magic should also have a small edge playing in their hometown as they'll be more accustomed to the surroundings etc. Magic are 20-7 ATS in their last 27 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Nets are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. 8* play on Orlando Magic. |
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03-11-20 | Kansas State v. TCU -1.5 | 53-49 | Loss | -109 | 9 h 27 m | Show | |
LATE NIGHT BIG 12 TOURNAMENT BOOKIE BLASTER The TCU Horned Frogs will take on the Kansas State Wildcats in the Big 12 tournament Wednesday night, and I like the Horned Frogs to get the job done in this one. While Kansas State is coming off a 79-61 triumph over Iowa State in their regular-season finale, note that it had dropped 10 consecutive games prior to that. The Wildcats are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight-up win, 0-6 ATS in their last 6 neutral site games, and here they'll face a TCU team that has defeated them comfortably twice already this season. 8* play on TCU Horned Frogs. |
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03-11-20 | Hornets +9.5 v. Heat | 109-98 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
NBA 3-PACK - HORNETS @ HEAT The Charlotte Hornets are 7.5 games off a playoff spot, but that doesn't mean that they've stopped competing. The Hornets are 6-0-1 ATS in their last seven games following an OT loss at Atlanta Monday night, and I like them to keep this within double-digits. While the Miami Heat are phenomenal home at American Airlines Arena, note that they're coming off a 100-89 triumph at Washington and they're 0-4 ATS in their last four games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. With the Hornets feisty against the spread run and the Heat in a letdown spot, taking the points on the visitors is a no brainer to me. 8* play on Charlotte Hornets. |
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03-11-20 | Knicks v. Hawks -4.5 | Top | 136-131 | Loss | -109 | 21 h 51 m | Show |
WEDNESDAY TOP RATED NBA PLAY OF THE DAY The Hawks are 20-12 ATS in all home games on the season and 5-2 SU and ATS as home favorites, including a 140-135 win over the Knicks on Feb 9. They've had a day off since defeating Charlotte in double overtime on Monday while the New York Knicks were in action last night when they took a 122-115 loss at Washington. The Knicks are 2-7 ATS when playing on back-to-back nights this season and 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight games as a road underdog. I don't think the visitors will stand much of a chance in this one. 10* play on Atlanta Hawks. |
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03-10-20 | Howard +6 v. South Carolina State | 70-63 | Win | 100 | 11 h 49 m | Show | |
TUESDAY NIGHT CBB BANKROLL BUILDER The Howard Bison have won just three games all season and they took a 100-88 loss to Delaware State last time out. They're however 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a double-digit loss at home and I like them to keep it within the number as an underdog against South Carolina State in the MEAC Tournament Tuesday night. The Bulldogs are coming off five straight defeats, and they're just 2-6 ATS in their last eight games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Additionally, note that the last three meetings have gone to overtime, most recently a 101-95 South Carolina State win back in January. 8* play on Howard Bison. |
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03-10-20 | Wolves +12.5 v. Rockets | 111-117 | Win | 100 | 10 h 24 m | Show | |
NBA NO BRAINER - $20 TUESDAY SPECIAL The Minnesota Timberwolves own the second-worst record in the Western Conference and they've lost their last two games by an average of 13.5 points, but I like their chances of covering the number when visiting a slumping Houston team Tuesday night. The dysfunctional Rockets are not in a position to lay double-digits against any team in the league at the moment, coming off four straight defeats, most recently a 20-point loss to Orlando. Minnesota may struggle big time on the defensive end, but note that it has the 9th best scoring average in the league and Houston has found it hard to run up the score in recent games. 8* play on Minnesota Timberwolves. |
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03-09-20 | St. Mary's v. BYU -4 | Top | 51-50 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 54 m | Show |
LATE NIGHT NCAAB BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The St. Mary's Gaels and the BYU Cougars have split two close games this season, but I like BYU to win and cover the spread in this West Coast Conference Tournament semifinal matchup in Las Vegas Monday night. The Gaels needed double-overtime to get past Pepperdine on Saturday while BYU put an 81-64 beating on that same Pepperdine team last time out on Feb 29. BYU should have plenty of energy saved up for this one while heavy legs could become an issue for the Gaels. The Gaels are 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight games overall and 5-13 ATS in their last 18 games as an underdog while the Cougars are 15-6 ATS in their last 21 games overall and 12-5 ATS in their last 17 games as a favorite. 10* play on BYU. |
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03-09-20 | Bucks v. Nuggets -5.5 | 95-109 | Win | 100 | 10 h 28 m | Show | |
MONDAY NIGHT NBA NO BRAINER The Milwaukee Bucks own the best record in the league, but they travel to Denver as losers of two in a row and three of their last four. They took a 140-131 loss at Phoenix on Sunday, and I think they'll struggle here in the second leg of a back-to-back situation and to make things worse, the Bucks will have to do without MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee). As for the Nuggets, while they've split their last six games, they've had a day of rest compared to their opponent and they're 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as a home favorite. Additionally, the Nuggets are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 Monday games and 13-6-1 in the last 20 meetings with the Bucks at Pepsi Center. 8* play on Denver Nuggets. |
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03-08-20 | Heat -4.5 v. Wizards | 100-89 | Win | 100 | 21 h 42 m | Show | |
HEAT @ WIZARDS NBA BOOKIE BLASTER The Miami Heat fell to 13-19 on the road with a 110-104 loss at New Orleans Friday night. They're 23-9-1 ATS in their last 33 games following a straight up loss and I like their chances of picking up a road win at Washinton on Sunday. At only 15-15 home at Capital One Arena, the Wizards have struggled to make the most of any homecourt advantage. Last time out Washington defeated Atlanta by six points, but it is just 1-4-1 ATS in its last six games following a straight up win. The Heat are 25-9-2 ATS in the last 36 meetings in the nation's capital; expect more success this Sunday. 8* play on Miami Heat. |
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03-08-20 | Magic +9.5 v. Rockets | Top | 126-106 | Win | 100 | 20 h 26 m | Show |
GAME OF THE YEAR (NBA) - TOP RATED SIDE *MAJOR WAGER ALERT* The Houston Rockets have dropped three straight games following a nine-point loss as an 8.5-point favorite at Charlotte on Saturday. They're just 1-5 ATS in their last six games playing on zero days rest, and I think they're asked to cover way too many points in this matchup with Orlando. The Magic put a 132-118 beating on Minnesota last time out and they need all wins they can get as they're trying to hold on to a playoff spot in the East. Magic are 14-6 ATS in the last 20 meetings. Magic are 7-2 ATS in the last 9 meetings in Houston. 10* play on Orlando Magic. |
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03-08-20 | Connecticut -6.5 v. Tulane | Top | 80-76 | Loss | -109 | 12 h 36 m | Show |
TOP RATED NCAAB PLAY OF THE DAY I like the Connecticut Huskies to come through as a favorite over the Tulane Green Wave in their AAC regular-season finale on Sunday. The Green Wave sit dead last in the conference at 4-13 while Connecticut owns a decent 9-8 record. The Huskies have closed out the season on fire, coming off four straight wins including a 77-71 upset win over Houston last time out. They've scored an average of 80 ppg during that winning streak while Tulane's offense is one of the worst in the nation with just 68.1 ppg on average throughout the season. While Connecticut was in action just three days ago, Tulane last played on Feb 29, a 74-67 OT loss to Memphis. I would not be surprised if the home team might take a while to get up to speed again, and by that time the Huskies should have already built up a sizable lead. UConn won the first matchup this year in Storrs 67-61, and I expect an even larger victory margin in this one. 10* play on Connecticut. |
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03-07-20 | UC-Davis +4.5 v. Cal-Riverside | 61-66 | Loss | -108 | 21 h 32 m | Show | |
SUPER LATE BIG WEST BOOKIE BLASTER - 10 PM ET START *BAILOUT PLAY* The UC Davis Aggies have failed to cover the spread in each of their last three games, but they're 13-2 ATS in their last 15 as underdogs and I think they'll keep it within the number in this Big West matchup with UC Riverside Saturday night. The Highlanders are playing tremendous defense, but they do not put a ton of points on the board themselves and just like the Aggies, they tend to do better against the spread when catching points. Additionally, we can note that the underdog is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings between these two teams. 8* play on UC-Davis. |
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03-07-20 | UCLA +4 v. USC | Top | 52-54 | Win | 100 | 14 h 29 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NCAAB): TOP RATED PAC-12 SIDE The red hot UCLA Bruins head into this contest riding a seven-game winning streak and they're 5-1-1 ATS during that stretch and winning four of those seven straight up as underdogs. On the season, the Bruins are 8-4 ATS as an underdog and I think they'll keep it close here in this Pac-12 matchup with the USC Trojans. Note that at 12-5, UCLA is battling Oregon for the Pac-12 title while USC is "only" 10-7 in conference play. The Trojans are coming off back-to-back wins, but they had lost two consecutive games prior to the current winning streak and they're 9-8 ATS as a favorite this season. 10* play on UCLA Bruins. |
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03-06-20 | Missouri State -1.5 v. Indiana State | Top | 78-51 | Win | 100 | 13 h 11 m | Show |
TGIF MVC TOURNAMENT *TOP PLAY* The Missouri State Bears have covered the spread in seven of their last eight overall, the lone exception a blowout loss at Valparaiso. Last time out they put an 84-59 beating on Southern Illinois and they're 9-0 ATS after allowing 60 points or fewer this season. As for Indiana State, while the team is coming off four straight wins (3-0-1 ATS), note that it took a 71-58 loss to Missouri State in the last meeting on Feb 16. I like the Bears to come through in this Missouri Valley Conference quarterfinal matchup. 10* play on Missouri State. |
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03-06-20 | Magic -2 v. Wolves | Top | 132-118 | Win | 100 | 15 h 48 m | Show |
MAGIC @ WOLVES TGIF *TOP PLAY* The Orlando Magic will be looking to put an end to a three-game losing streak when visiting Minnesota Friday night. They've covered the number in five of their last six games overall and they're 6-2 ATS in their last eight games as a road favorite. They'll face a Timberwolves team that is just 8-22 SU home at Target Center and 1-6 ATS in its last seven games as a home underdog. Unlike Orlando who is currently holding down the No. 8 seed in the East, the Wolves season is all but over already, and I like the visitors to come through in this one. 10* play on Orlando Magic. |
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03-05-20 | Raptors -10.5 v. Warriors | Top | 121-113 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 44 m | Show |
LATE NIGHT RAPTORS @ WARRIORS *TOP PLAY* This looks like a good spot to back the Toronto Raptors who will be looking to build on the momentum of a 123-114 win at Phoenix. The triumph put an end to a three-game losing streak for the Raptors, and they need to go on a run to keep the other contenders at bay at the top of the division. As for the Golden State Warriors, while they've won two of their last three, the team they put on the floor those days lacks talent. Big letdown spot for the Warriors in this one following a 16-point win over Denver, and we can note that Golden State is just 4-8 ATS off an upset win as an underdog and 11-19 ATS in all home games this season. 10* play on Toronto Raptors. |
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03-04-20 | Wizards +7.5 v. Blazers | Top | 104-125 | Loss | -105 | 14 h 12 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA) - TOP RATED SIDE *MAJOR WAGER ALERT* The Washington Wizards took a 133-126 loss at Sacramento last night. They're however 7-1 ATS in the second leg of a back-to-back set this season, and I think they're catching way too many points here against a Portland team that is 2-6 ATS in its last eight overall. Additionally, note that while the Blazers are coming off a 23-point win at Orlando, they're just 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 10* play on Washington Wizards. |
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03-03-20 | Jacksonville +9.5 v. North Florida | 88-91 | Win | 100 | 14 h 27 m | Show | |
ASUN TOURNEY BOOKIE BLASTER The Jacksonville Dolphins have won four of their last six away from home. They are 9-6 ATS on the road this season and won 53-52 at Stetson last time out. I think they'll put up a good fight here in the Atlantic Sun Tournament matchup with North Florida. The Osprey have been money against the spread all season (8-1 ATS in their last nine) but considering that Jacksonville is allowing just 65.9 ppg, covering a double-digit spread could prove to be a tougher task than they might expect. 8* play on Jacksonville. |
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03-02-20 | Pacers -2.5 v. Spurs | 116-111 | Win | 100 | 11 h 32 m | Show | |
LATE PACERS @ SPURS BANKROLL BUILDER The Indiana Pacers are 6-0-1 ATS in their last 7 games as a road favorite and 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings with the Spurs (5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings in San Antonio). As for the Spurs, they're 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog and 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games overall. They had to do without forward LaMarcus Aldridge (shoulder) last time out and he's considered day-to-day. With or without Aldridge, I don't see the Spurs keeping pace with the Pacers in this one. 8* play on Indiana Pacers. |
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03-02-20 | Rockets -9 v. Knicks | 123-125 | Loss | -113 | 18 h 23 m | Show | |
MONDAY NIGHT NBA BOOKIE BLASTER The Houston Rockets had to fight hard to get past the Celtics at Boston on Saturday, but I think they're in for a much easier ride when visiting the Knicks at Madison Square Garden tonight. The Knicks are in a potential flat spot after ending a six-game slide with a 10-point win over Chicago last time out. They're just 8-20 ATS in their last 28 home games vs. a team with a winning road record and the Rockets are a dominant 8-1 ATS in the last nine head-to-head meetings in New York. 8* play on Houston Rockets. |
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03-01-20 | Lakers -2.5 v. Pelicans | Top | 122-114 | Win | 100 | 13 h 34 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA): TOP RATED SUNDAY NIGHT SIDE *MAJOR WAGER* This looks like a great spot to back an angry LA Lakers team who will be looking for a quick bounce back following a 105-88 loss to Memphis on Saturday. They face a Pelicans team that has won six of its last eight straight-up (5-3 ATS), but none of those games were against a team like the Lakers. There is a risk that LeBron James will get the night off in the second game of a back-to-back, but note that the Lakers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 0 days rest and 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games as a favorite. 10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. |
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03-01-20 | Bucks -12.5 v. Hornets | 93-85 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 14 m | Show | |
SUPER EARLY BUCKS @ HORNETS BOOKIE BLASTER The Milwaukee Bucks demolished Oklahoma City Thunger by 47 points last time out. I don't think they'll have let down game, but instead take care of the Charlotte Hornets rather comfortably Sunday afternoon. If anything, this is a potential flat spot for Charlotte following an upset win at Toronto. The Hornets have covered the spread in five of their last seven overall but they're just 6-15 ATS when playing against a team with a winning record this season while the Bucks are a solid 22-13 ATS when playing against a team with a losing record (the Bucks are a red hot 9-2 ATS in their last 11 overall). The Bucks have won the first meetings of the eseason by 41 points and 14 points respectively. I don't see why this time around would be any different. 8* play on Milwaukee Bucks. |
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02-29-20 | Mississippi Valley State +17 v. Jackson State | 70-87 | Push | 0 | 13 h 11 m | Show | |
NCAAB BANKROLL BUILDER I think the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils are catching too many points to pass up on when they visit the Jackson State Tigers Saturday night. The Tigers are just 5-9 ATS when playing against a team with a losing record, and with their next game in just a couple of days I think they'll take this opportunity to give key players some rest once they've built up a decent lead. 8* play on Mississippi Valley State. |
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02-29-20 | DePaul v. Butler -8 | Top | 42-60 | Win | 100 | 11 h 54 m | Show |
BIG EAST BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The Butler Bulldogs are heading into the weekend off three consecutive losses, but I like their chances of not only winning straight up but also covering the number in this matchup with DePaul. This is a big bounce back spot for Butler who took an 81-59 beating at No. 11 Creighton last time out and it'll also look to avenge a 13-point loss at DePaul last month. The Blue Demons have won just two Big East games all season and they've covered the spread in only one of their last six games. 10* play on Butler. |
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02-29-20 | Providence +8 v. Villanova | 58-54 | Win | 100 | 3 h 37 m | Show | |
SUPER EARLY PROVIDENCE @ VILLANOVA BOOKIE BLASTER This looks like a good spot to fade the 12th-ranked Villanova Wildcats who are in a look ahead spot with conference-leading Seton Hall on deck. The Providence Friars are a very capable team and they must have all the confidence in the world after reeling off three straight upset wins, defeating Seton Hall, Georgetown and Marquette. Wildcats are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games as a home favorite. Friars are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games overall. 8* play on Providence. |
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02-28-20 | Georgia Southern +5.5 v. Georgia State | Top | 79-70 | Win | 100 | 18 h 36 m | Show |
FRIDAY NIGHT SUN BELT BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The Georgia Southern Eagles have won four of their last six games and put an 81-61 beating on Utah as a 5-point road underdog last time out. They average a healthy 75.1 ppg on the season, and I like them to keep even pace with the Georgia State Panthers in this one. Georgia State is coming off back-to-back road losses SU and ATS, and while it won by five points at Georgia Southern last month, note that it was losing straight up for most of the game and only managed to pull away late. 10* play on Georgia Southern. |
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02-27-20 | Illinois -6.5 v. Northwestern | Top | 74-66 | Win | 100 | 11 h 52 m | Show |
THURSDAY NIGHT BIG TEN BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The Northwestern Wildcats are just 4-10 SU (3-11 ATS) at home. Last time out they took an 83-57 beating by Minnesota here at Welsh-Ryan Arena and they're 3-11 ATS in their last 14 games following a double-digit loss at home. As for the Illinois Fighting Illini, they're coming off back-to-back triumphs, including a road win at Penn State. Illinois is 6-2 ATS in its last eight road games vs. a team with a losing home record and needs a win here to stay in the hunt for its first Big Ten regular-season title in 15 years. 10* play on Illinois. |
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02-26-20 | Clippers -5.5 v. Suns | Top | 102-92 | Win | 100 | 17 h 14 m | Show |
LATE NIGHT CLIPPERS @ SUNS *TOP PLAY* The LA Clippers snapped a three-game skid with a dominant 124-97 triumph over Memphis Monday night. They're 27-13 ATS in their last 40 games as a road favorite and I like them to win and cover in this matchup at Phoenix. Note that the Suns are a terrible 5-15-1 ATS in their last 21 home games and in a tough spot with this being their fourth game in six nights, the previous three on the road. Last time out the Suns won 131-11 at Utah and they're just 1-5 ATS in their last six games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 10* play on Los Angeles Clippers. |
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02-26-20 | Rutgers v. Penn State -6 | Top | 64-65 | Loss | -104 | 15 h 55 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NCAAB): MIKE'S TOP RATED BIG TEN TOTAL The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are an underdog at Penn State Nittany Lions Wednesday night, and for a good reason in my opinion. The Lions are third in the Big Ten despite back-to-back losses and can simply not afford to drop this one. On the season, Penn State is 12-2 (8-5-1 ATS) as a home favorite it'll be looking to avenge a double-digit loss to Rutgers on the road last month. Penn State is holding opponents to 62.0 ppg home at Bryce Jordan Center, and while Rutgers is holding opponents to 62.2 ppg overall, note that the number jumps to 69.5 ppg allowed on the road where the team is just 1-7 SU. 10* play on Penn State. |
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02-25-20 | Celtics -5 v. Blazers | Top | 118-106 | Win | 100 | 14 h 22 m | Show |
TUESDAY NIGHT NBA BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The Portland Trail Blazers are just 23-33-2 ATS on the season and playing without injured superstar Damian Lillard doesn't help matters. I don't see them keeping up a Boston Celtics team that is 34-20-2 ATS on the season and looking to bounce back from a narrow loss at LA Lakers last time out. The Celtics are 11-5 ATS off a loss on the season, including perfect 4-0 ATS on the road off a road loss. 10* play on Boston Celtics. |
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02-25-20 | Bucks -1.5 v. Raptors | 108-97 | Win | 100 | 18 h 5 m | Show | |
TUESDAY NIGHT BUCKS @ RAPTORS $20 SPECIAL The Toronto Raptors have won 17 of their last 18 games after beating Indiana by 46 points last time out, but I think they're in trouble when hosting the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday night. Milwaukee will be playing on no rest following a 137-134 OT win at Washington last night, but note that the Bucks are 7-0 SU and 6-1 ATS when playing on zero days rest this season and they had covered the spread in seven straight games as favorites prior to last night's event. Toronto is a tough nut to crack, but if any team can do it it's the NBA-best Bucks. 8* play on Milwaukee Bucks. |
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02-24-20 | West Virginia v. Texas +5.5 | Top | 57-67 | Win | 100 | 11 h 18 m | Show |
TOP RATED WEST VIRGINIA @ TEXAS NCAAB PLAY OF THE DAY, The West Virginia Mountaineers have dropped four of their last five straight up and they're 2-6 ATS in their last eight games. On the season, they're 2-4 SU and 1-5 ATS in true road games, and I think they're asked to cover way too many points against the Longhorns in Austin, Texas Monday night. Texas is coming off a solid 70-59 victory as a 5.5-point underdog at Kansas State to make it back-to-back wins. They've played terrific defense in recent weeks and should be to able to fend off the slumping Mountaineers. 10* play on Texas Longhorns. |
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02-23-20 | Butler v. Creighton -5.5 | Top | 59-81 | Win | 100 | 13 h 59 m | Show |
BIG EAST BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The Creighton Bluejays are red hot with eight straight-up wins in their last nine games and a 7-2 ATS record. That stretch includes impressive triumph over No. 19 Marquette, No. 13 Villanova and No. 14 Seton Hall and I think they'll win and cover the spread against Butler on Sunday. The Bulldogs have not been at their best lately with just two wins in their last six games (1-4-1 ATS). This game means a lot for the Bluejays who sit only one game out of first place in the Big East, and it's also a revenge game after a 14-point loss at Hinkle Fieldhouse last month. 10* play on Creighton. |
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02-22-20 | Mavs -5.5 v. Hawks | Top | 107-111 | Loss | -109 | 20 h 60 m | Show |
GAME OF THE WEEK (NBA): MIKE'S TOP RATED SATURDAY NIGHT SIDE The Dallas Mavericks will be playing on the second day of a back-to-back situation, but I don't think they'll have any issues with Atlanta after rolling over Orlando Friday night. The Hawks have had just one day off since an upset win over Miami Thursday night and we can note that the Mavs are a solid 20-6 in all road games this season and 13-3-1 ATS in their last 17 games as a road favorite. Atlanta is 7-17 when playing against a team with a winning record, and it's one of the worst defensive teams in the league while Dallas has the third-best points per game average. 10* play on Dallas Mavericks. |
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02-22-20 | Clemson -4 v. Boston College | Top | 82-64 | Win | 100 | 19 h 43 m | Show |
GAME OF THE MONTH (NCAAB): MIKE'S TOP RATED SIDE FOR FEBRUARY The Boston College Eagles have covered the spread in four of their last six overall, but they came up short in a 78-65 loss at Virginia last time out and I don't see them keeping pace with Clemson in this Saturday night matchup. The Tigers have averaged 83 ppg in impressive back-to-back upset wins over Pittsburgh and Louisville and they're one of the best defensive teams in the ACC while Boston College averages only 64.9 ppg on the season. We can also note that Clemson has had six days to prepare for this contest while Boston College last played two days ago and this will be the Eagles' third game in just seven days. Look for Clemson to run away with this game. 10* play on Clemson Tigers. |
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02-21-20 | Nuggets +2 v. Thunder | Top | 101-113 | Loss | -113 | 16 h 40 m | Show |
TGIF NUGGETS @ THUNDER BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY* The Denver Nuggets took an OT loss to the Lakers in their last game before the All-Star break. They're 9-1-2 ATS in their last 12 games following a straight up loss and I like them to bounce back here against an OKC Thunder team they've dominated lately, winning nine of the past 10 meetings and they're 10-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings. The Thunder have been money against the spread this season, but not as a home favorite and they're 2-8 ATS last 10 as a home favorite. The Nuggets meanwhile are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games as a road underdog. 10* play on Denver Nuggets. |
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02-21-20 | Pacers -5.5 v. Knicks | 106-98 | Win | 100 | 12 h 45 m | Show | |
PACERS @ KNICKS BANKROLL BUILDER The Indiana Pacers took down the Milwaukee Bucks just before the All-Star break, and I think they'll have no trouble to take care of business against the NY Knicks in this one. They've covered the spread in five straight games as road chalk and 7-2 ATS in their last nine road games overall. As for the Knickerbockers they took a 114-96 beating by the hands of Washington last time out. 8* play on Indiana Pacers. |
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02-20-20 | Heat -6 v. Hawks | Top | 124-129 | Loss | -109 | 15 h 14 m | Show |
TOP RATED HEAT @ HAWKS BOOKIE BREAKER The Miami Heat headed into the All-Star break as losers of four of their last five, all on the road. They've been better at home than on the away from home all season, but I think they'll get the job done and win and cover when visiting Atlanta Thursday night. Note that the Hawks have allowed 127+ points in three straight games and Miami put up 135 points in an OT win over Atlanta back in December. Last time out, the Heat took a 116-101 loss at Utah. They've had more than a week to mull it over and are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight-up loss of more than 10 points. Additionally, we can note that the Heat are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 Thursday games while the Hawks are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 Thursday games. 10* play on Miami Heat. |