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11-28-23 | Hornets +12 v. Knicks | 91-115 | Loss | -115 | 13 h 17 m | Show | |
MIKE'S 3* HORNETS/KNICKS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Sure, the Charlotte Hornets are only 5-10 straight up and 6-9 against the spread this season, but should the New York Knicks really be favored by double-digits in this matchup? The Knicks are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games as a favorite of 11.0 or greater. The Hornets are 10-5-1 ATS in their last 16 games a road underdog of 10 points or more. 3* PLAY ON CHARLOTTE HORNETS. |
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11-28-23 | Bucks -2.5 v. Heat | Top | 131-124 | Win | 100 | 13 h 9 m | Show |
MIKE'S 5* BUCKS/HEAT NBA GAME OF THE WEEK MAX BET The Milwaukee Bucks are 7-1 straight up in their last eight games. They've failed to cover the spread in their last two, but as double-digit home favorites over Washington and Portland. They won both games, and I like them to cover a much smaller spread tonight. Since the start of last season, the Bucks are 14-7-2 as a road favorite of no more than 3.5 points. 5* PLAY ON MILWAUKEE BUCKS. |
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11-27-23 | Wizards +3.5 v. Pistons | Top | 126-107 | Win | 100 | 14 h 23 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* WIZARDS/PISTONS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Washington Wizards are heading to Detroit looking to end a nine-game slide, and this looks like a favorable spot to do so as they are 9-1 straight up and 6-4 against the spread in the last 10 meetings with Detroit. The Pistons are in even worse shape, coming off 13 consecutive losses. The Wizards are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 road games vs. a team with a losing home record. 4* PLAY ON WASHINGTON WIZARDS. |
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11-24-23 | Pelicans +6 v. Clippers | Top | 116-106 | Win | 100 | 16 h 1 m | Show |
MIKE'S 5* NBA GAME OF THE MONTH The Los Angeles Clippers have a lot of individual talent, but they're not playing like a team. The Clippers are coming off a 109-102 win over the Spurs in San Antonio, but they did not cover the spread. They are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games overall and 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games following a straight up win. The New Orleans Pelicans have closed as underdogs in their last five games but still won four of those games outright and covered the spread in all five games. The Pelicans are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. 5* PLAY ON NEW ORLEANS PELICANS. |
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11-22-23 | Mavs -1.5 v. Lakers | Top | 104-101 | Win | 100 | 19 h 52 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Dallas Mavericks are 7-3 straight up and 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings with the Lakers. The Mavs are coming off a 129-113 loss but they are 22-10 ATS in their last 32 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. I like Dallas to come out fired up here following losses to Milwaukee and Sacramento while the Lakers are in a potential flat spot following three straight wins and a 6-1 record in their last seven games. The Lakers are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. 4* PLAY ON DALLAS MAVERICKS. |
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11-21-23 | Cavs v. 76ers -7.5 | Top | 122-119 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 28 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Cleveland Cavaliers are heading to Philadelphia riding a three-game winning streak, but this looks like a potential letdown spot for the Cavs after an upset win against the Nuggets on Sunday. They are 0-2 SU and ATS coming off an upset win this season and 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight-up win. The 76ers are coming off a 121-99 win in Brooklyn. They are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight-up win of more than 10 points and 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games as a home favorite of 5.0-10.5. 4* PLAY ON THE 76ERS. |
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11-21-23 | Georgia Southern +5.5 v. Northeastern | 76-93 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 7 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CBB BOOKIE BREAKER This is a system play where we target college basketball underdogs that average more offensive rebounds than their opponent, make more three-pointers than their opponent, and force more turnovers than their opponent. 3* PLAY ON GEORGIA SOUTHERN. |
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11-19-23 | Nuggets -2.5 v. Cavs | Top | 109-121 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 39 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY This looks like a great spot to back the Denver Nuggets to bounce back from a 115-110 loss to New Orleans Friday night. The Nuggets are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games coming off a loss. The Cavs are coming off consecutive wins but they are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up win. 4* PLAY ON THE NUGGETS. |
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11-18-23 | Wolves -4.5 v. Pelicans | Top | 121-120 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 52 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* WOLVES/PELS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Minnesota Timberwolves had won seven straight games before their 133-115 loss in Phoenix Wednesday night. This will be the finale of a five-game road trip, but at least they'll be well-rested, unlike the Pelicans who will be playing on short rest after defeating Denver 115-110 Friday night. The Pelicans are now coming off back-to-back upset wins, and I would not be surprised if they come out flat tonight. 4* PLAY ON THE WOLVES. |
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11-17-23 | Rockets +6 v. Clippers | 100-106 | Push | 0 | 19 h 5 m | Show | |
MIKE'S ROCKETS/CLIPPERS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Houston Rockets are 6-0 SU and 5-0-1 ATS in their last six games. They're coming into this game weel-rested as they've been off since a 107-104 win over Denver on Nov 12. They're in a very different spot than the reeling Los Angeles Clippers who are 0-6 and 1-5 ATS in their last six games. They're 0-5 since the arrival of James Harden, and they just can't see to get Harden, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Russell Westbrook to gel together. This is not my favorite spot, but I think the Rockets are undervalued despite their recent hot streak. 3* PLAY ON HOUSTON ROCKETS. |
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11-16-23 | Nets v. Heat -3.5 | 115-122 | Win | 100 | 15 h 1 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NETS/HEAT NBA BOOKIE BU$TER This looks like a good spot to back the Heat to avenge a 109-105 loss as a 7-point favorite against Brooklyn on November 1. The Heat have won six on the bounce following that setback, and while they're edging closer and closer to a loss, I still like them to bring max effort in this revenge spot. 3* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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11-15-23 | Mavs -5.5 v. Wizards | Top | 130-117 | Win | 100 | 12 h 55 m | Show |
MIKE'S 5* MAVS/WIZARDS NBA GAME OF THE WEEK The Dallas Mavericks will be looking to bounce back from a 131-110 loss in New Orleans last night. They had defeated the Pelicans by 12 points only two nights before, so I'm not completely surprised that the Pels won the next game, but the Mavs can't be happy about that scoreline. The Mavs will be playing on short rest, but I expect to see a motivated Mavs team with a chip on their shoulder after yesterday's debacle. As for the Wizards, they're 1-7 SU and 4-4 ATS in their last eight games and 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games as a home underdog. 5* PLAY ON DALLAS MAVERICKS.
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11-14-23 | Hawks -4.5 v. Pistons | 126-120 | Win | 100 | 14 h 23 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HAWKS/PISTONS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER This looks like a good spot to back the Atlanta Hawks to bounce back from a 117-109 loss to Miami as a 7-point favorite. They had won five of their past seven games but have failed to cover the spread in their last three, which makes me think they're "due" for a big night here against a struggling Detroit team. The Pistons are coming into the game on an eight-game losing streak, through which they are 2-6 ATS. The Hawks are 3-2 on the road, and the Pistons are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. The Pistons are 10-23-1 ATS in their last 34 games as a home underdog of 0.5-4.5. Atlanta star Trae Young is dealing with a personal matter, and it is unknown if he will play. If he doesn't, I expect the rest of the team to step up. 3* PLAY ON ATLANTA HAWKS. |
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11-13-23 | Rider +15 v. Nebraska | 50-64 | Win | 100 | 13 h 6 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CBB BOOKIE BU$TER The Nebraska Cornhuskers are perfect 2-0 straight up and against the spread while the Rider Broncos are 1-1 straight up (0-1 ATS). This is a simple sell high/buy low spot with Nebraska off blowout wins of 25+ points while Rider took a 95-65 loss to Marquette in its last game. This is ugly, but that's also where you can find the most value. 3* PLAY ON RIDER BRONCOS. |
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11-13-23 | Knicks +9 v. Celtics | 98-114 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 44 m | Show | |
MIKE'S KNICKS/CELTICS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER I like the New York Knicks to cover the number here as the Celtics might be caught looking ahead to their next game against a Sixers team that defeated them 106-103 in Philadelphia last week. Sure, the Knicks will be playing on short rest following a 129-107 home win over Charlotte on Sunday, but they are 22-10-2 ATS in their last 34 games playing on 0 days rest, 20-8-1 ATS in their last 29 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and 16-4-1 ATS in their last 21 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. 3* PLAY ON NEW YORK KNICKS. |
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11-12-23 | Nuggets -4.5 v. Rockets | 104-107 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 42 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NUGGETS/ROCKETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Houston Rockets have answered a season-opening three-game losing streak with five consecutive wins. Now they'll face the reigning NBA champions Denver Nuggets though, and I think the visitors will win this one comfortably. They'll come into this game well-rested with three days off since their 108-105 win over Golden State on Wednesday while Houston battled New Orleans in a close game Friday night. The Nuggets are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games playing on 3 or more days rest and Nuggets are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games as a road favorite of 0.5-4.5. 3* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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11-11-23 | Cavs v. Warriors -4 | Top | 118-110 | Loss | -109 | 19 h 58 m | Show |
MIKE'S 5* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK MAX BET The Golden State Warriors (6-3 SU, 5-4 ATS) host the Cleveland Cavaliers (3-5 SU, 2-6 ATS) Saturday night. The Warriors are 9-1 SU and 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Both teams will be looking to bounce back from setbacks, with Cleveland coming off a 128-120 loss in Oklahoma City while Golden State will be looking to snap back from a 108-105 loss in Denver. The Warriors return home from a four-game road trip and this will be just their third home game for the season. I think they'll bring their very best effort here to put on a show for the home town crowd on a Saturday night. This is also a bad matchup for the Cavs who have been struggling to stop opponents from scoring from behind the arc. 5* PLAY ON GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS. |
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11-10-23 | Jazz v. Grizzlies -4 | 127-121 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 15 m | Show | |
MIKE'S JAZZ/GRIZZLIES NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Memphis Grizzlies (1-7 SU, 2-6 ATS) are off to a miserable start to the season, but here they'll face a Utah team that is in about just as bad shape as they are. The Jazz (2-7, 3-6 ATS) are having major issues on the defensive end and its worth noting that this is as big of a favorite as Memphis has been all season. In their last game as a favorite on Nov 5, the Grizzlies won 112-100 in Portland and covered the -3.5 point spread. This is also a revenge spot for the Grizzlies after taking a 133-109 beating as a 2-point underdog in Utah on Nov 1. 3* PLAY ON MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES. |
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11-08-23 | Arizona State v. Mississippi State -3.5 | 56-71 | Win | 100 | 15 h 36 m | Show | |
MIKE'S ARIZONA STATE/MISSISSIPPI STATE CBB BOOKIE BLA$TER The Arizona State Sun Devils have a new look with only three players returning from the team that reached the NCAA Tournament last season. Of those three returning players, forward Alonzo Gaffney is out injured. The Mississippi State Bulldogs on the other hand are returning a big majority (and all top five scorers!) of a team that also reached the NCAA Tournament last season. I think the continuity gives them the edge we need to back them here in the season opener. 3* PLAY ON MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS. |
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11-06-23 | Celtics -3.5 v. Wolves | 109-114 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 60 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CELTICS/WOLVES NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Boston Celtics (5-0 SU, 2-1-2 ATS) head to Minnesota looking to stay undefeated, and they've dominated the Wolves in recent seasons, winning nine of the last 10 outright while going 7-2-1 against the spread. The Minnesota Timberwolves (3-2 SU, 3-2 ATS) are coming off win over Denver and Utah but I don't think they stand a chance against this Boston team. 3* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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11-06-23 | Kings +2 v. Rockets | Top | 97-122 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 28 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* KINGS/ROCKETS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY This looks like a good spot to back the Sacramento Kings to bounce back from a humbling 107-89 loss here in Houston just a couple of days ago. Sure, they'll be without standout guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) again, but they still have a lot more talent on the floor than the Rockets. The Kings are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 games following a straight-up loss and 38-18-1 ATS in their last 57 road games. The Rockets are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games as a home favorite of 0.5-4.5. 4* PLAY ON SACRAMENTO KINGS. |
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11-04-23 | Celtics -9 v. Nets | 124-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 9 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CELTICS/NETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Boston Celtics are 4-0 SU and 2-1-1 ATS on the season. They've won their last two games 126-107 and 155-104, and here they'll face a Brooklyn team they've dominated in recent seasons, winning nine of 10 straight up while going 8-2 against the spread. The Celtics are 28-18 ATS following a game in which they scored 120+ points. This is a tough spot for the Nets who will be playing on no rest following a 109-107 win at Chicago last night. Additionally, they're just returning home from a four-game road trip. 3* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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11-04-23 | Kings -2.5 v. Rockets | 89-107 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
MIKE'S KINGS/ROCKETS NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER This looks like a good spot to back the Sacramento Kings to snap back from a tight loss at Golden State Thursday night and fade the Houston Rockets following their 128-119 win over Charlotte on Wednesday, their first W of the season. The Kings are 2-2 SU and 3-1 ATS on the season, with both losses coming against Golden State. I think they're a much better team than Houston, and I like the spot. 3* PLAY ON SACRAMENTO KINGS. |
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11-04-23 | Suns v. 76ers -3.5 | Top | 100-112 | Win | 100 | 4 h 7 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* SUNS/SIXERS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Philadelphia 76ers are 3-1 SU and 4-0 ATS on the season. They're coming into this game riding a three-game winning streak through which they won each game by at least seven points. The Phoenix Suns are 2-3 SU and 3-2 ATS on the season. They're coming off back-to-back home losses to San Antonio and have been dealing with injuries to key players. Bradley Beal has yet to suit up and Devin Booker has missed three of the first five games with an ankle sprain. Booker is questionable for this game, and this is a tough 1 PM ET start for Phoenix. 4* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |
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11-03-23 | Mavs +6.5 v. Nuggets | 114-125 | Loss | -105 | 16 h 55 m | Show | |
MIKE'S MAVS/NUGGETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Denver Nuggets took a 110-89 loss at Minnesota in their last game. Now they'll face a red hot Dallas team that has opened the season with four straight wins while going 3-1 ATS. The Nuggets looked like the team to beat until its misstep against the Wolves, but I'm not sure they'll bounce back with a big outing and this is the Mavs first chance to prove themselves against the reigning champs. The Nuggets are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games as a home favorite and 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as a favorite of 5.0-10.5. The Mavericks are 8-2-1 ATS in their last 11 games as a road underdog. 3* PLAY ON DALLAS MAVERICKS. |
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11-02-23 | Magic v. Jazz | Top | 115-113 | Win | 100 | 17 h 3 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Orlando Magic are 2-2 straight up but 3-1 against the spread while the Utah Jazz are 2-3 SU and 3-2 ATS. This looks like a good spot to back the Magic to snap back from consecutive losses and their first ATS loss of the season while at the same time fading the Jazz who are coming off a dominant 133-109 win over Memphis last night. I doubt they can give that kind of effort two nights in a row. Since the start of last season, the Magic are 11-5-1 ATS off an ATS loss of 10 points or more and they are 13-6 ATS in their last 19 games following an ATS loss. 4* PLAY ON ORLANDO MAGIC. |
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11-01-23 | Hornets +2.5 v. Rockets | Top | 119-128 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 5 m | Show |
MIKE'S 5* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK MAX BET The Houston Rockets have opened the season 0-3 straight up and against the spread, while the Charlotte Hornets are 1-2 SU and ATS. If the Rockets were facing a better team here, I might be looking to back them here due to public perception and all, but against a Hornets team that has opened the season almost equally poorly, that does not apply here IMO. For all of the Hornets' issues, note that they have averaged a decent 112.0 points per game (14th), and they're sharing the ball well averaging 29.0 assists per game (4th). They just put up 121 points on Brooklyn, and I think they'll get their second win of the season here against a Houston team that has a lot of things to figure out. Additionally, note that the Rockets are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. 5* PLAY ON CHARLOTTE HORNETS. |
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10-31-23 | Spurs +7.5 v. Suns | Top | 115-114 | Win | 100 | 17 h 32 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* SPURS/SUNS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Phoenix Suns are 2-1 straight up and 3-0 against the spread on the season while the San Antonio Spurs are 1-2 SU and ATS. Since the start of the 2015 season, teams that have started the season 3-0 ATS are only 13-21-1 ATS in their fourth game of the season. This is also a good spot to back the Spurs to snap back after taking a 40-point loss to the LA Clippers in their last game. Last season, teams went 7-2 ATS off a loss of 40 points or more. I think we'll see max effort from the Spurs tonight. 4* PLAY ON SAN ANTONIO SPURS. |
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10-30-23 | Mavs v. Grizzlies +2.5 | 125-110 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 50 m | Show | |
MIKE'S MAVS/GRIZZLIES NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Minnesota Timberwolves are 2-0 straight up and 1-1 against the spread. The Memphis Grizzlies are 0-3 SU and 1-2 ATS. While the Grizzlies are still winless. note that their three losses all have been by seven points or fewer. The Grizzlies are 21-6 ATS in their last 27 games as a home underdog while the Mavericks are 16-36-1 ATS in their last 53 games as a favorite and 11-27-2 ATS in their last 40 games following a straight up win. 3* PLAY ON MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES. |
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10-30-23 | Celtics v. Wizards +10 | 126-107 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 52 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CELTICS/WIZARDS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Boston Celtics are 2-0 straight up but only 0-1-1 against the spread, and last season they were only 3-6-1 through their first 10 games on the season. The Washington Wizards are 1-1 SU and ATS. Since the start of last season, the Celtics are only 0-4 ATS as double-digit road favorites and the Wizards are 4-1 ATS in the last four meetings with the Celtics in Washington. 3* PLAY ON WASHINGTON WIZARDS. |
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10-30-23 | Bulls v. Pacers -3.5 | Top | 112-105 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 53 m | Show |
MIKE'S 4* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Chicago Bulls are 1-2 straight up and 0-3 against the spread on the season. The Indiana Pacers are perfect 2-0 SU and ATS, and I think they'll get another win and cover here. The Pacers have defeated Washington 143-120 and the Cavs 125-13 at Cleveland. Since the start of last season, the Pacers are 14-7 ATS coming off a game where they scored 125 points or more. The Bulls are 18-43-2 ATS in their last 63 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. 4* PLAY ON INDIANA PACERS. |
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10-29-23 | Warriors v. Rockets +4.5 | 106-95 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 38 m | Show | |
MIKE'S WARRIORS/ROCKETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER
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10-29-23 | Nuggets v. Thunder +3.5 | Top | 128-95 | Loss | -115 | 13 h 34 m | Show |
5* MAX BET: MIKE'S NUGGETS/THUNDER NBA GAME OF THE MONTH The Denver Nuggets have opened the season with wins over the Lakers and the Grizzlies. The Oklahoma City Thunder are also undefeated through road games at Chicago and Cleveland, and I think they'll keep rolling here in their home opener. Denver has superior talent, but I think this early-season matchup means a lot more for the Thunder who will be looking to take down the defending NBA champions. OKC has been shooting a red-hot 49.2% from behind the arc, and while not sustainable, for the moment I'd rather be on their side than bet against them. 5* PLAY ON OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER. |
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10-28-23 | Heat +5.5 v. Wolves | 90-106 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 46 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HEAT/WOLVES NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Miami Heat will play on no rest after taking a 119-111 loss at Boston last night. Playing on no rest shouldn't be that big of an issue this early in the season, and I like Miami to keep this close. The Heat are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as an underdog of 5.0-10.5 and 15-6 ATS in their last 21 games as an underdog. The Heat are 16-8 ATS in their second straight game as underdogs. The Timberwolves are 8-20 ATS in their last 28 games as a home favorite. 3* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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10-28-23 | 76ers -3 v. Raptors | 114-107 | Win | 100 | 22 h 18 m | Show | |
MIKE'S SIXERS/RAPTORS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY The Toronto Raptors will play on no rest after battling the Bulls in Chicago last night. While the Sixers are on the road, they've had an extra day to make it across the border to Toronto following their 117-118 loss at Milwaukee Thursday night. Sure, playing on no rest this early in the season might not be as taxing as late season, but I still give the Sixers a solid edge in this matchup. 3* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |
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10-27-23 | Warriors v. Kings -3 | 122-114 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 44 m | Show | |
MIKE's WARRIORS/KINGS SPREAD PLAY We won with the under as a free pick when the Warriors hosted Phoenix in their season opener. In the write-up, I mentioned how I expect the Warriors to play at a slower pace this season with Chris Paul in the team, and that turned out the be the case. The Kings opened the season with a 130-114 win at Utah, but I think this will be a much lower-scoring affair. Also, the under is 6-3-1 in the last 10 head-to-head meetings. In addition to the under, I also like the Kings to win and cover as they look to avenge last season's postseason exit to the Warriors. 3* PLAY ON SACRAMENTO KINGS |
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10-26-23 | 76ers +6.5 v. Bucks | Top | 117-118 | Win | 100 | 15 h 25 m | Show |
4* SIXERS/BUCKS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY The Philadelphia 76ers will have to do without James Harden (personal reasons) in their season opener, but I still think they're spotted to many points to pass up on here against the Bucks. The Bucks have a bit of a new look this year with the addition of Damian Lillard and the loss of Jrue Holiday. Cameron Payne and Khris Middleton are questionable for tonight's game. I think Dame and Giannis will work well together over the season, but perhaps not from Game 1. Let's take the points. 4* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |
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10-24-23 | Lakers v. Nuggets -4.5 | 107-119 | Win | 100 | 32 h 37 m | Show | |
MIKE'S LAKERS/NUGGETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The reigning NBA champions Denver Nuggets swept the LA Lakers in the Western Conference finals last year. This is admittedly a very different Lakers team, but I'm not sure if it's for the better, and neither AD nor LeBron is getting any younger. Denver is bringing back the same starting five that won them the title, and I don't expect a championship hangover here in the season opener. 3* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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06-12-23 | Heat v. Nuggets -8.5 | Top | 89-94 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 31 m | Show |
Mike's 10* NBA Finals GAME OF THE YEAR So at first glance, this looks like a lot of points, but keep in mind that in the Nuggets' wins in this series, they covered the spread comfortably each time. They just won the two games in Miami by 15 and 13 points respectively, and now have the Heat on the ropes. Miami has overachieved throughout the playoffs, but is now finally getting exposed by a much better and laser-focused Denver team. I expect the Nuggets to take this one by double-digits. 10* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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06-09-23 | Nuggets -3.5 v. Heat | Top | 108-95 | Win | 100 | 16 h 7 m | Show |
10* Nuggets/Heat NBA TOP PLAY of the Day After losing Game 2 at home, the Nuggets took command of the series again with an impressive 109-94 win here in Miami in Game 3. If the Nuggets stay focused, I don't see them letting Miami back in the series again. Heat are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. Heat are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games following a double-digit loss at home. Nuggets are 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings in Miami. 10* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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06-07-23 | Nuggets -2 v. Heat | Top | 109-94 | Win | 100 | 17 h 11 m | Show |
Mike's 10* Nuggets/Heat Game 3 NBA *BEST BET* The teams are coming into Game 3 tied at one apiece. The Nuggets dominated Game 1 of the series, but seemed to take the food of the gas in the following game, allowing Miami to come from behind and record an upset win. The Nuggets will not make the same mistake again. The Heat are a feisty bunch, but I expect a laser-focused Denver team to dominate this game from start to finish. Nuggets are 26-10 ATS in the last 36 meetings. Nuggets are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings in Miami. 10* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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05-29-23 | Heat v. Celtics -7 | Top | 103-84 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 57 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* HEAT/CELTICS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY The Celtics forced Game 7 here in Boston with a tip-in just before time expired on Saturday. One can only imagine how shocked and deflated the Heat must feel after thinking they had their finals ticket booked. All other games in the series have ended with the winning team running away with the game comfortably, and I don't see any other result here than Boston winning big in front of the home town crowd. 10* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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05-27-23 | Celtics -2.5 v. Heat | Top | 104-103 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 50 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK All aboard the Boston Celtics bandwagon! Yes, the Celtics are about as square of a play as it gets, but they are clearly the more talented team and they have all the momentum in this series. Miami overperformed through the first three games of the series but is now choking big time. I do not see the Heat coming back and expect it to be Boston in blowouts from now on, as to be expected when a No. 1 seed faces a No. 8 seed. 10* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS -2.5. |
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05-20-23 | Nuggets +6 v. Lakers | Top | 119-108 | Win | 100 | 17 h 4 m | Show |
10* NBA GAME OF THE MONTH - MIKE'S NUGGETS/LAKERS MAJOR WAGER Through the first two games of the series, I think the Nuggets have made it very clear that turn it up a notch and run away with the game whenever they feel like it. Here see more than a 10-point swing on the point spread compared to the two games in Denver, only because of the change of venue to LA which seems wild to me. Sure, Denver is a lot better at home than on the road, but note that the Nuggets are 6-2 ATS on the season when spotted five points or more on the road. 10* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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05-19-23 | Heat +9 v. Celtics | 111-105 | Win | 100 | 12 h 27 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HEAT/CELTICS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Heat won the opener of this series as a hefty underdog, and now the betting market expects the top-seeded Celtics to snap back with a blowout win. I get the logic, and in most cases I would back Boston here, but as I said prior to Game 1, "Miami is not your typical No. 8 seed" and this is a lot of points for a Conference Finals matchup. The Heat are scrappy, they have decent depth, and Jimmy Butler is playing out of his mind. Additionally, the Heat are 14-5 ATS in the last 19 meetings in Boston. 8* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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05-18-23 | Lakers v. Nuggets -5.5 | Top | 103-108 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 52 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* TOP-RATED LAKERS/NUGGETS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY The Denver Nuggets built up a big lead early before taking their foot off the gas in the backend of Game 1 of this series. In the end, the Nuggets won by six which would cover this number. The Lakers with AD and Lebron should not be underestimated, but at times it looked like men against boys, and the Lakers are now 4-10-1 ATS in the last 15 meetings in Denver. Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game. Lakers are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game. 10* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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05-17-23 | Heat +8 v. Celtics | 123-116 | Win | 100 | 14 h 30 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HEAT/CELTICS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The top-seeded Boston is no doubt the better team in this series, but Miami is not your typical No. 8 seed. They're playing with a lot of heart and they are 13-5 ATS in the last 18 meetings in Boston. The Celtics have a tendency to underestimate their opponents, and I expect Miami to keep this one close. 8* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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05-14-23 | 76ers v. Celtics -6.5 | Top | 88-112 | Win | 100 | 14 h 40 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* CELTICS/HAWKS NBA GAME OF THE WEEK The Celtics have allowed Philly to hang around in this series until Game 7, but I think it ends with a blowout win for Boston. When focused and locked, in they're clearly the better team and they're three wins ahve come by 34, 12 and nine points. They have home-court advantage here in this win-or-go-home game, and we'll hopefully see Jason Tatum waking up earlier than in the fourth quarter, as was the case in Philly Thursday night. 10* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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05-11-23 | Nuggets v. Suns -3 | 125-100 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 46 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NUGGETS/SUNS SIDE Phoenix is facing elimination following a 118-102 loss in Denver Tuesday night. The Nuggets are averaging 112.6 points per game on the road, well below their 118.7 ppg average at home. With their backs against the wall, I expect a solid defensive outing from the Suns and this total looks more than a couple of points too high to me. In addition to the under, I also like the Suns to win and cover. Home-court advantage has been huge throughout the series, and I don't see why it wouldn't be the case here again, especially with the Suns in desperation mode. 8* PLAY ON PHOENIX SUNS. |
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05-09-23 | 76ers v. Celtics -7.5 | 115-103 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 57 m | Show | |
MIKE'S SIXERS/CELTICS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Sixers are the Celtics are coming into Game 5 tied at 2-2, which must be rather disappointing for Boston who've been favored in each game of the series, even in Philly. I expect them to bounce back with a win here after dropping Game 4 in overtime. Celtics are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 home games. Celtics are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. 76ers are 2-7 ATS in the last 9 meetings. 8* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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05-07-23 | Celtics -2.5 v. 76ers | Top | 115-116 | Loss | -107 | 16 h 12 m | Show |
CELTICS/HAWKS NBA GAME OF THE WEEK - MIKE'S 10* MAJOR WAGER The Celtics dropped the opener of this series, but they've bounced back with a pair of impressive wins. Philadelphia is a good team, but it really lit a fire in the Celtics by winning Game 1 and I expect another comfortable Boston win here. Celtics are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Celtics are 35-17-1 ATS in their last 53 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 76ers are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600. Celtics are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings. 10* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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05-06-23 | Knicks v. Heat -3.5 | 86-105 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
MIKE'S KNICKS/HEAT NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Miami is in control of the series after splitting the first two games in New York. Now the Heat are at home where they are 30-15 SU on the season, and Jimmy Butler is expected to be back on the hardwood after missing their Game 2 loss. While the Knicks have a decent road record, I expect the Heat to get the win and cover here. 8* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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05-04-23 | Lakers v. Warriors -5.5 | Top | 100-127 | Win | 100 | 12 h 19 m | Show |
MIKE'S LAKERS/WARRIORS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Lakers won the opener of the series behind big play from AD. I expect the Warriors to make adjustments and contain him better here, and we should see a much better defensive performance from Golden State as they look to snap back from the loss. Warriors are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up loss. Warriors are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following an ATS loss. Lakers are 3-9-1 ATS following a win as a road underdog, they are also 10-3 to the under in that spot and the under is 7-2 in Warriors last 9 games following an ATS loss. 10* PLAY ON GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS. |
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05-03-23 | 76ers +10.5 v. Celtics | Top | 87-121 | Loss | -115 | 15 h 30 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* SIXERS/CELTICS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY Philly stole Game 1, so now we'll see Boston storm back with a blowout win in Game 2, right? Not so fast IMO. The Celtic have struggled to cover big spreads all season long and the Sixers have looked really sharp here in the playoffs, even with Embiid missing some games. I don't see Philly winning outright again, but this is too many points for Boston to cover. 10* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |
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05-02-23 | Lakers v. Warriors -4 | Top | 117-112 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 25 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* LAKERS/WARRIORS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Lakers defeated Memphis in six games in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The Warriors needed seven games to get past the Kings, but they did not have the homecourt advantage in that series (which they will have here against the Lakeshow). The Warriors may have a poor road record this season, but they are 40-18-1 ATS in their last 59 home games and 8-2 ATS in their last 10 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. This is a series where I could easily see the home team winning every game and I expect Golden State to run away with this one. 10* PLAY ON GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS. |
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05-02-23 | Heat v. Knicks -6.5 | 105-111 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 53 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HEAT/KNICKS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The New York Knickerbockers got their backs against the wall as they can ill afford to lose the first two games of the series home at Madison Square Garden. Heat star Jimmy Butler is listed as doubtful after rolling his ankle in Miami's Game 1 win. Heat are 10-28-1 ATS in their last 39 games following an ATS win. Knicks are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS loss and 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 home games. Heat are 1-4 ATS in the last 5 meetings. 8* PLAY ON NEW YORK KNICKS. |
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05-01-23 | Suns v. Nuggets -4 | 87-97 | Win | 100 | 17 h 26 m | Show | |
MIKE'S SUNS/NUGGETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Denver dominated Game 1 of their Western Conference semi-final series against Phoenix, and I do not see why that wouldn't be the case again here in Game 2. Sure, the Suns are tough to beat off a loss and they're bound to make some adjustments, but they do not have the bench to compete with this Nuggets team. Nuggets are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Nuggets are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings. 8* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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04-30-23 | Heat v. Knicks -4.5 | 108-101 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 44 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HEAT/KNICKS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Both the Knicks and the Heat won their Round 1 series as underdogs, but I like the Knicks here in the opener of this Eastern Conference semi-finals matchup. The Knicks owned Miami during the regtular season, winning three of four straight up while also covering the spread in those three games. Knicks are 13-4-1 ATS in their last 18 games following an ATS win. Knicks are 25-9-1 ATS in their last 35 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Heat are 16-33-2 ATS in their last 51 games following a straight up win. Heat are 9-28-1 ATS in their last 38 games following an ATS win. 8* PLAY ON NEW YORK KNICKS. |
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04-29-23 | Suns v. Nuggets -3 | 107-125 | Win | 100 | 12 h 3 m | Show | |
MIKE'S SUNS/NUGGETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER This will no doubt be an amazing series between two great teams, but I'll gladly back Denver at this number in Game 1 of the series. Phoenix has the better starting five (probably), but they sacrificed a lot of depth when they traded for Kevin Durant, and it will be tough for them to adjust to the altitude in Denver. Suns are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Nuggets are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. 8* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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04-28-23 | Grizzlies v. Lakers -4.5 | Top | 85-125 | Win | 100 | 20 h 32 m | Show |
MIKE'S GRIZZLIES/LAKERS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Lakers are in a position to close out the series at home following a 116-99 loss in Memphis a couple of nigths ago. They've been a step ahead of the Grizzlies for most of the series, and they are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up loss (4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points). The Grizzlies are 7-22 ATS in their last 29 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 10* PLAY ON LOS ANGELES LAKERS. |
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04-27-23 | Celtics -6.5 v. Hawks | Top | 128-120 | Win | 100 | 13 h 6 m | Show |
MIKE'S CELTICS/HAWKS NBA GAME OF THE WEEK - 10* MAJOR WAGER I expect the Celtics to go off and close out the series following an upset loss home at TD Garden. They've covered the spread in each game they've on in this series, and they are 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Celtics are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following an ATS loss. Hawks are 20-44 ATS in their last 64 games following a straight up win. Hawks are 17-38 ATS in their last 55 games following an ATS win. 10* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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04-26-23 | Lakers v. Grizzlies -4 | 99-116 | Win | 100 | 9 h 13 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Grizzlies need to win out after losing three of the first four games of the series. They lost Game 4 in LA in OT, but now they're back home in Memphis where they are a lot better. The Grizzlies have been plagued by slow starts, but with their backs against the wall, I expect them to come out on fire tonight. 8* PLAY ON MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES. |
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04-25-23 | Wolves v. Nuggets -9.5 | 109-112 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 37 m | Show | |
MIKE'S WOLVES/NUGGETS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Denver Nuggets failed to complete the sweep Sunday as Minnesota hung in there and managed to squeeze out a win in overtime. Now the Nuggets are back home where they are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 home games vs. a team with a losing road record, and they are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss. I don't see the No. 1 seed in the West dropping another game in this series, and while this is a large spread to cover I expect them to get it done. 8* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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04-24-23 | Grizzlies +4.5 v. Lakers | 111-117 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 55 m | Show | |
MIKE'S GRIZZLIES/LAKERS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Grizzlies came out flat as a pancake on Saturday, but came back strong and almost made a game of it in the fourth quarter. I expect them to show a lot better focus here and I would not be surprised if Memphis wins in a rout. 8* PLAY ON MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES. |
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04-24-23 | Bucks -5.5 v. Heat | Top | 114-119 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 26 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Bucks are back under pressure after losing Game 3 of the series. They bounced back with a superb effort after dropping the opener of the series, and I expect that to be the case again tonight. Bucks are 14-6-1 ATS in their last 21 Conference Quarterfinals games. Bucks are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Heat are 16-34-1 ATS in their last 51 games following an ATS win. Heat are 16-34-2 ATS in their last 52 games following a straight up win. Heat are 3-10 ATS in their last 13 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 10* PLAY ON MILWAUKEE BUCKS. |
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04-23-23 | Nuggets -3.5 v. Wolves | 108-114 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 21 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NUGGETS/WOLVES NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Denver Nuggets are going for the sweep, and I expect them to get the job done. They've dominated the first three games of the series, and I do not see why this game would be any different. Nuggets are 24-7-1 ATS in the last 32 meetings in Minnesota. Nuggets are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings. 8* PLAY ON DENVER NUGGETS. |
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04-23-23 | Celtics -5.5 v. Hawks | Top | 129-121 | Win | 100 | 18 h 49 m | Show |
NBA GAME OF THE WEEK - 10* CELTICS/HAWKS MAJOR WAGER The Atlanta Hawks won 130-122 on Friday, but the Celtics are still holding a 2-1 lead in the series and I think they'll set themselves up to win the series in five games with a win tonight. Celtics are 11-0 ATS in their last 11 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game. Celtics are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up loss. Hawks are 20-43 ATS in their last 63 games following a straight up win. Hawks are 17-37 ATS in their last 54 games following an ATS win. Hawks are 8-20 ATS in their last 28 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game. Celtics are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings. 10* PLAY ON BOSTON CELTICS. |
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04-23-23 | Cavs +2.5 v. Knicks | 93-102 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 53 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CAVS/KNICKS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Cavs are in a precarious situation after losing two of the first three games of the series. They bounced back from a loss in Game 1, and I think they'll snap back with a win here again after losing Game 3. Cavaliers are 8-3-2 ATS in their last 13 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. Cavaliers are 13-6-1 ATS in their last 20 games following an ATS loss. 8* PLAY ON CLEVELAND CAVALIERS. |
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04-22-23 | Grizzlies +4.5 v. Lakers | Top | 101-111 | Loss | -115 | 20 h 3 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* GRIZZLIES/LAKERS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Lakers are in control of the series after splitting two games in Memphis, but I think the Grizzlies have a great chance of winning this one outright. Ja Morant is by the looks of it a game-time decision after missing Wednesday's Game 2 win, but no Morant, no problem as the Grizzlies have proven time and time again that they can win even without their superstar. 10* PLAY ON MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES. |
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04-22-23 | Bucks -4.5 v. Heat | 99-121 | Loss | -115 | 18 h 42 m | Show | |
MIKE'S BUCKS/HEAT NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Heat took Game 1 of the series, but Milwaukee bounced back with a 138-122 route that was even more lopsided than the final score would suggest. I expect the Bucks to steamroll Miami through the rest of the series, starting with a big win tonight. Bucks are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Heat are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. 8* PLAY ON MILWAUKEE BUCKS. |
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04-21-23 | Cavs +2 v. Knicks | 79-99 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 55 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CAVS/KNICKS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Cavs need a win on the road to take control of the series again after splitting the first two games home in Cleveland. They dominated the Knicks in Game 2, and I hold them as a much better team than NY. Cavaliers are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Cavaliers are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games playing on 2 days rest. Knicks are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 2 days rest. 8* PLAY ON CLEVELAND CAVALIERS. |
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04-20-23 | 76ers -4.5 v. Nets | Top | 102-97 | Win | 100 | 14 h 11 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* SIXERS/NETS NBA ATS TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Nets did not stand a chance in either of the first two games of the series, and I don't think much will change just because they're at home here in Game 3 of the series. Nets are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600. 76ers are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 76ers are 15-7 ATS in their last 22 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 76ers are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings. 10* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS.
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04-19-23 | Heat v. Bucks -6 | Top | 122-138 | Win | 100 | 14 h 40 m | Show |
NBA GAME OF THE YEAR - MIKE'S HEAT/BUCKS MAJOR WAGER This looks like a great spot to back the Bucks following a humbling 130-117 loss in the opener of this best-of-seven series. The Heat have struggled with consistency all season, and they are 7-27-1 ATS in their last 35 games following an ATS win while the Bucks are 15-7 ATS in their last 22 games following an ATS loss. Giannis Antetokounmpo left Game 1 late in the first quarter due to a lower-back/tailbone injury, and he is listed as doubtful for Game 2, but I still like the Bucks to bounce back with a big win. 10* PLAY ON MILWAUKEE BUCKS. |
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04-18-23 | Knicks v. Cavs -5.5 | Top | 90-107 | Win | 100 | 12 h 49 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* KNICKS/CAVS NBA GAME OF THE MONTH I love the Cavs to snap back with a win here after getting outplayed in the opener of the best-of-seven series. The Knicks will be satisfied to return back to NY with a win and I don't see them being able to match the Cavs intensity and urgency. 10* PLAY ON CLEVELAND CAVALIERS. |
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04-17-23 | Nets v. 76ers -10 | 84-96 | Win | 100 | 11 h 13 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NETS/SIXERS ATS BOOKIE BREAKER The Philadelphia 76ers won Game 1 of the series by 20 points, and I don't see how Brooklyn can keep this one close either. 76ers are 25-12 ATS in their last 37 home games. 76ers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 Conference Quarterfinals games. Nets are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Nets are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 Conference Quarterfinals games. Nets are 1-4 ATS in the last 5 meetings. 8* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |
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04-16-23 | Heat v. Bucks -9 | Top | 130-117 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 37 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK The Bucks are the No. 1 seed in the East and here they'll face a Miami team that needed a second chance to get through the play-in tournament. The Heat are 6-27-1 ATS in their last 34 games following an ATS win while the Bucks are 13-4-1 ATS in their last 18 Conference Quarterfinals games. Milwaukee rested MVP finalist Giannis Antetokounmpo in the final three games of the regular season and I expect the Bucks to set the tone for a sweep with a blowout win here in Game 1 of the series. 10* PLAY ON MILWAUKEE BUCKS. |
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04-15-23 | Knicks v. Cavs -5 | 101-97 | Loss | -109 | 13 h 25 m | Show | |
MIKE'S KNICKS/CAVS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER This could turn into an interesting series, but I think the Cavs will set the tone with a big win at home here in Game 1. Cleveland has been playing with a playoff-like intensity on the defensive end all season long and enters the playoffs with the No. 1 scoring-defense in the league. 8* PLAY ON CLEVELAND CAVALIERS. |
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04-14-23 | Thunder +5.5 v. Wolves | Top | 95-120 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 15 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* THUNDER/WOLVES NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Thunder are scrappy, and one must wonder how the Wolves will react after blowing a big lead to the Lakers to eventually lose in OT. Sure, the Wolves have had an extra day of rest, but they are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games playing on 2 days rest and 1-6 ATS in their last 7 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. The Thunder are 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings in Minnesota. 10* PLAY ON OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER. |
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04-14-23 | Bulls v. Heat -5.5 | 91-102 | Win | 100 | 18 h 41 m | Show | |
MIKE'S BULLS/HEAT NBA BOOKIE BU$TER Miami gets a second chance after losing to the Bulls in round one of the play-in tournament. Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler both had bad games and apart from Kyle Lowry, the rest of the Heat bench contributed only four points. I expect a big game from the Heat tonight while Chicago might be feeling a bit too good about themselves after coming from behind to beat the Raptors in Toronto. 8* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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04-12-23 | Bulls +5.5 v. Raptors | 109-105 | Win | 100 | 12 h 23 m | Show | |
MIKE'S BULLS/RAPTORS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Demar DeRozan returns to Toronto with Chicago and I expect the Bulls to put up a good fight. The Bulls are 12-5 ATS in the last 17 meetings in Toronto and 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings. The Bulls are 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 road games. 8* PLAY ON CHICAGO BULLS. |
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04-11-23 | Hawks v. Heat -4.5 | 116-105 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 18 m | Show | |
MIKE'S HAWKS/HEAT NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Miami is a superior team to the Hawks who rely on Trae Young way too much. The Hawks did well against the spread during the regular season, but now when it really matters they do not have the depth to compete with a team like the Heat. 8* PLAY ON MIAMI HEAT. |
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04-09-23 | Warriors v. Blazers +17 | 157-101 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 7 m | Show | |
MIKE'S WARRIORS/BLAZERS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER Same reasoning as when we won with the Blazers as an underdog last night. The Blazers have not been winning games with their young lineup, but they're competing and covering spreads. The Warriors need a win and a Clippers loss to clinch the No. 5 seed in the West, but their motivation to win gives the bookmakers a reason to shade the line as squares will still line up to back the Warriors. no matter the number. Warriors are 17-38-1 ATS in their last 56 road games. 8* PLAY ON PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS. |
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04-08-23 | Blazers +16.5 v. Clippers | 125-136 | Win | 100 | 14 h 24 m | Show | |
MIKE'S NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Blazers have not been winning games with their young lineup, but they're competing and covering spreads. The Clippers can finish as high as the fifth seed by winning the last two games, but their motivation to win gives the bookmakers a reason to shade the line as squares will still line up to back the Clippers. no matter the number. Trail Blazers are 3-0 ATS in their last three and I think their young guns will keep fighting and keep this relatively close. 8* PLAY ON PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS. |
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04-02-23 | 76ers v. Bucks -4.5 | Top | 104-117 | Win | 100 | 13 h 35 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* SIXERS/BUCKS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY This looks like a great spot to back the Bucks to bounce back from a humiliating 41-point loss to Boston. The Bucks are 13-5 ATS in their last 18 games following an ATS loss and 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up loss. They're 1.5 games behind Boston for the No. 1 seed in the East and I think they'll snap back with a big game tonight. 10* PLAY ON MILWAUKEE BUCKS. |
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04-02-23 | Suns v. Thunder +5 | 128-118 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 53 m | Show | |
MIKE'S SUNS/THUNDER NBA BOOKIE BREAKER The Suns are coming off four straight wins while the Thunder are 0-6 ATS in their last six games, but I expect a strong effort from an undervalued OKC side here. The Thunder are getting more points than they should due to recency bias and public perception. Thunder are 33-9 ATS in their last 42 Sunday games and the Suns are 1-5 ATS in the last 6 meetings in Oklahoma City. 8* PLAY ON OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER. |
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03-29-23 | Jazz -4.5 v. Spurs | Top | 128-117 | Win | 100 | 13 h 38 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* JAZZ/SPURS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Jazz still have a chance to make the play-in tournament, but after four straight losses there's virtually no margin for error. A date with the Spurs could be just what the doctor ordered to get back to their winning ways. Jazz are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a double-digit loss at home. Jazz are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 road games. Spurs are 3-11 ATS in their last 14 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game. Spurs are 7-21 ATS in their last 28 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. 10* PLAY ON UTAH JAZZ. |
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03-28-23 | Cavs v. Hawks +1.5 | 118-120 | Win | 100 | 6 h 60 m | Show | |
CAVS/HAWKS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Cavs are a dangerous opponent, but I think Miami is underrated here. The Hawks are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up loss. Hawks are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. Cavaliers are 0-4 ATS in the last 4 meetings in Atlanta. 8* PLAY ON ATLANTA HAWKS. |
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03-27-23 | Bulls v. Clippers -5.5 | 112-124 | Win | 100 | 15 h 21 m | Show | |
MIKE'S BULLS/CLIPPERS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER This looks like a great spot to back the Clippers after getting humiliated by the Pels here at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday. They'll face a Bulls team that will play on 0 days rest after defeating the Lakers 118-108 in this building yesterday. The Bulls are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 0 days rest and 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. The Clippers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. 8* PLAY ON LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS. |
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03-27-23 | Wolves v. Kings -5.5 | Top | 119-115 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 52 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY This looks like a great spot to fade the Wolves who are coming off an upset win at Golden State last night. While the Timberwolves are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games playing on 0 days rest, note that they are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games following an ATS win and here they'll face a Kings team that has been playing very well since the All-Star break. The Kings are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games overall and 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. 10* PLAY ON SACRAMENTO KINGS. |
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03-26-23 | Nets +2.5 v. Magic | Top | 106-119 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 9 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NETS/MAGIC NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Nets snapped a five-game skid with a 129-100 win at Miami last night. They'll be playing on no rest here in Orlando Sunday night, but I think they'll have enough gas left in the tank to compete and get the win. Nets are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 road games. Nets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Magic are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 home games. Magic are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games following a straight up win. 10* PLAY ON BROOKLYN NETS. |
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03-26-23 | Creighton v. San Diego State +2.5 | 56-57 | Win | 100 | 6 h 17 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CREIGHTON/SAN DIEGO STATE CBB BOOKIE BREAKER Creighton has scored 85 and 86 points in their last two games, but now they'll face a very different defense than Baylor and Princeton. San Diego State has allowed 55.8 ppg over its last five games and they held the No. 1 seed Alabama to 64 points in the last round. 8* PLAY ON SAN DIEGO STATE. |
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03-26-23 | Mavs v. Hornets +10 | 104-110 | Win | 100 | 5 h 7 m | Show | |
MIKE'S MAVS/HORNETS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Hornets defeated the Mavs 117-109 in Dallas a couple of nights ago. Now the Mavericks are asked to cover a double-digit spread at Charlotte and the way they've played lately I would not be surprised if they lost this one ouright as well. The trade for Kyrie Irving has not played out the way Dallas would have hoped for at all, and the Mavericks are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 road games vs. a team with a losing home record and 7-22-1 ATS in their last 30 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. 8* PLAY ON CHARLOTTE HORNETS. |
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03-25-23 | Pelicans v. Clippers -4.5 | 131-110 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 7 m | Show | |
MIKE'S PELICANS/CLIPPERS NBA BOOKIE BRAEKER This looks like a good spot to back the Clippers who are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. The Pels are coming off a 19-point win over Charlotte but they are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points, 5-15 ATS in their last 20 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record and 7-22 ATS in their last 29 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 8* PLAY ON LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS |
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03-24-23 | Thunder +5.5 v. Lakers | Top | 111-116 | Win | 100 | 17 h 46 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* THUNDER/LAKERS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY This looks like a good spot to back the Thunder to bounce back from a blowout loss to the Clippers here at Crypto.com Arena last night. The Thunder are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games following an ATS loss, 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game and 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. The Lakers are coming off a 122-111 win over Phoenix, but they are only Lakers are 10-21 ATS in their last 31 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Additionally, note that the Thunder are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings in Los Angeles. 10* PLAY ON OKC THUNDER. |
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03-24-23 | San Diego State +7.5 v. Alabama | 71-64 | Win | 100 | 13 h 37 m | Show | |
MIKE'S SAN DIEGO STATE/ALABAMA BOOKIE BREAKER Alabama is the No. 1 overall seed in the nation, but I think the Aztecs will put them to the test here. San Diego State has held five of its last six opponents to 57 points or fewer and The Tide are at risk of underestimating their opponent here after cruising through their first two games of the tournament. Aztecs are 12-3-2 ATS in their last 17 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Aztecs are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 neutral site games. Crimson Tide are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 NCAA Tournament games. 8* PLAY ON SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS. |
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03-23-23 | Arkansas v. Connecticut -4 | Top | 65-88 | Win | 100 | 11 h 9 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NCAA TOURNEY SWEET 16 TOP PLAY OF THE DAY Arkansas upset Kansas to make it to the Sweet 16, but here they'll run into a UConn team that has looked really strong, coming off blowout wins over Iona and St. Mary's. The Huskies are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record and 18-6 ATS in their last 24 NCAA Tournament games. 10* PLAY ON UCONN HUSKIES. |
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03-22-23 | 76ers -3.5 v. Bulls | Top | 116-91 | Win | 100 | 13 h 2 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* SIXERS/BULLS NBA TOP PLAY OF THE DAY This looks like a great spot to back the Sixers to avenge a 109-105 OT loss to the Bulls home in Philly a couple of days ago. The Sixers came into that game riding an eight-game winning streak (6-2 ATS) and the Bulls are only 4-9 ATS in their last 13 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Additionally, the 76ers are 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings and 6-0 ATS in the last 6 meetings in Chicago. 10* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |
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03-21-23 | Thunder +6.5 v. Clippers | Top | 101-100 | Win | 100 | 17 h 3 m | Show |
MIKE'S 10* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK MAX BET The Clippers are coming off a 117-102 win at Portland, but I think they're in for a tougher game here against an OKC team that is an amazing 42-26-3 ATS on the season. OKC has won seven of its last nine straight up and the Thunder are 18-8-1 ATS as underdogs of five points or more while the Clippers are 13-14 ATS when giving five points or more. 10* PLAY ON OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER. |
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03-21-23 | Cavs -2.5 v. Nets | 115-109 | Win | 100 | 14 h 5 m | Show | |
MIKE'S CAVS/NETS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER The Nets are coming into this game on a three-game losing streak SU and ATS. They took a 108-103 home loss to Denver on Sunday, and here they'll face a well-rested Cavs team that has had three days off since its 117-94 blowout win over Washington. The Cavaliers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and I think they'll get the win and cover here in Brooklyn Tuesday night. 8* PLAY ON CLEVELAND CAVALIERS. |
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03-20-23 | Bulls v. 76ers -7.5 | 109-105 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 57 m | Show | |
MIKE'S BULLS/SIXERS SIDE This looks like a good spot to back a red-hot Sixers team against a Bulls side that is 9-19 ATS in its last 28 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600 and 1-6-1 ATS in their last 8 road games. The 6ers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record and 22-9 ATS in their last 31 home games. Additionally, the Bulls are 1-8 ATS in the last 9 meetings with Philly. 8* PLAY ON PHILADELPHIA 76ERS. |