04-30-14 |
Portland Trailblazers v. Houston Rockets -5 |
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98-108 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 33 m |
Show
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Portland at Houston 9:30 ET
Rockets (-) over Trailblazers- The Portland Trailblazers have been ousted from the NBA playoff in the first round six consecutive times and have not advanced into round 2 since 2000. LaMarcus Aldridge has been a dominating force in the series to date averaging 35.3 points and 11.5 rebounds and last year's Rookie of the Year Damian Lillard has been deadly from the outside. Houston has not played well when the pressure is on as they have blown three fourth quarter leads, this time at home they complete the task. Take ROCKETS!
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04-30-14 |
Brooklyn Nets v. Toronto Raptors -3 |
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113-115 |
Loss |
-115 |
9 h 27 m |
Show
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Brooklyn at Toronto 7:30 ET
Raptors (-) over Nets- I've heard it said that the Raptors 'stole-one' for the Nets in Brooklyn with their Game 4 win but the truth is they dominated play the entire game. Strangely enough neither team have a track record to brag about. The Nets are 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine games overall and the Raptors are 0-3-2 ATS in their last five home games. These two have played tough competitive basketball as seven of their eight games enter the fourth quarter with no more than a five-point differential. This time the home floor has influence. Take TORONTO!
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04-30-14 |
Dallas Mavericks v. San Antonio Spurs -6.5 |
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103-109 |
Loss |
-100 |
9 h 6 m |
Show
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Dallas at San Antonio 7:00 ET
Spurs (-) over Mavericks- The Mavericks have stepped-up their play during the playoffs giving San Antonio all they can handle. Dallas is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and are 4-1 ATS in the last five games in San Antonio. The Spurs who dominated the regular season both straight-up and ATS have now gone six games without a 'cover.' They have managed to blow leads in every round 1 game and committed 20 more turnovers then the Mavericks. This time at home look for San Antonio to rise above Dallas and post an impressive wins. Take SPURS!
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04-29-14 |
GOLDEN STATE GM5 v. LA CLIPPERS GM5 -5.5 |
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103-113 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 27 m |
Show
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Golden State at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET
Clippers (-) over Warriors- The Los Angels Clippers certainly were distracted in their last outing against Golden State on Sunday as half the team had voted to boycott the last game and were blown out by the Warriors. If the Clippers are true 'professionals' they will bounce-back here with a huge effort. L.A. Is 4-0 ATS in their last four games following a straight-up loss of more than 10 points. Golden State who made 15 3-pointers in Game 4 are just 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in Los Angeles. Take CLIPPERS!
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04-29-14 |
Memphis Grizzlies v. Oklahoma City Thunder -6 |
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100-99 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 43 m |
Show
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Memphis at Oklahoma City 9:00 ET
Thunder (-) over Grizzlies- This is still a great match-up of contrasting styles as the high-flying Thunder host Memphis in this pivotal Game 5 as explosive offense is up against tough hard nosed defense. Trend wise there are some conflict as Memphis has struggles on the road going 2-9 ATS in their last 11 road games against a team with a winning record but, they are also 8-3-2 ATS in the last 13 meetings with the Thunder and they are 7-3-1 in their last 11 meetings in Oklahoma City. The last three meetings between these clubs have gone overtime, this time around the Thunder get it done in regulation. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!
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04-29-14 |
Washington Wizards v. Chicago Bulls -4 |
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75-69 |
Loss |
-106 |
10 h 43 m |
Show
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Washington at Chicago 8:00 ET
Bulls (-) over Wizards- The Washington Wizards have surprised and impressed observers as they lead their round one best of seven series over the Chicago Bulls 3 games to 1. The Wizards who are now eight games over .500 for the season and they are 6-0 in their last six meetings in Chicago while the Bulls are 0-5 ATS in their last five games playing on one day's rest. Washington opened Game 4 with 14 straight points and Chicago was never able to recover. This time around defense will be the difference and the Bulls play it better. Take CHICAGO!
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04-28-14 |
Atlanta Hawks v. Indiana Pacers -6.5 |
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107-97 |
Loss |
-109 |
10 h 60 m |
Show
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Atlanta at Indiana 8:00 ET
Pacers (-) over Hawks- The Indiana Pacers are looking for back-to-back wins for only the second time in a month as they host Atlanta in Game 5 with the series tied at 2-2. The Pacers finally showed the defense that lead the league in field-goal percentage with huge stops in the final quarter as Roy Hibbert recorded his first blocked shots in the series in Game 5. The team with the best home record got the push they need. Take INDIANA!
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04-28-14 |
Miami Heat v. Charlotte Bobcats +7.5 |
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109-98 |
Loss |
-109 |
9 h 5 m |
Show
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Miami at Charlotte 7:00 ET
Bobcats (+) over Heat- Okay, we are all aware that Miami has won the last 19 in this series but that has nothing to do with the 'money.' (That's why were have point-spreads). Miami who has 'covered' their last five in Charlotte are just 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a straight-up win while the Bobcats are 5-0 ATS following a straight-up loss of 10 or more. The Heat have to be a little cocky entering this contest and that will be enough for the Bobcats to 'get the money,' Take CHARLOTTE!
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04-27-14 |
HOUSTON GM4 +2.5 v. PORTLAND GM4 |
Top |
120-123 |
Loss |
-107 |
12 h 27 m |
Show
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Houston at Portland 9:30 ET
Rockets (+) over Trailblazers- Well, LaMarcus Aldridge actually looked human Friday night as the Rockets were able to pull out a much need win to bring their series deficit to 1-2. Once again trends clash as Houston is 0-4 ATS in their last four games following a win but with Friday's win brought their record to 6-1-1 ATS in their last eight meetings in Portland. Harden's back and so is Howard. Take HOUSTON!
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04-27-14 |
Los Angeles Clippers -1.5 v. Golden State Warriors |
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97-118 |
Loss |
-110 |
6 h 7 m |
Show
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L.A. Clippers at Golden State 3:30 ET
Clippers (-) over Warriors- This looks like a real tough sale for the Clippers. The fabulous shooting guard position the Warriors are in have the 'public' enamored along with the home crowd. Los Angeles plays into Golden State's fire as they are just 1-5 ATS in their last six meetings in the Bay area and here are a pair that's difficult to buck but the Warriors are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 game son two days rest and they are 12-1 ATS in their last 13 Conference Quarterfinals games. HA! So what...they get beat here...Take the CLIPPERS!
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04-27-14 |
Chicago Bulls +1.5 v. Washington Wizards |
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89-98 |
Loss |
-103 |
4 h 38 m |
Show
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Chicago at Washington 1:00 ET
Bulls (+) over Wizards- You will be hearing a number of 'Playoff Theories' concerning 'teams behind in the series,' the 'zig-zag' and countless others but for the most part this give you information after the fact. And what we have here is a conflict in major trends as the Wizards are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings and they are 6-0 ATS in their last six playing on 1-days rest but Chicago is 7-2 ATS in their last nine meetings in Washington. (Go figure) After the shooting performance of Mike Dunleavy which I don't believe he can repeat I'm still on the BULLS!
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04-26-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Memphis Grizzlies +3 |
Top |
92-89 |
Push |
0 |
20 h 33 m |
Show
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Oklahoma City at Memphis 9:30 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- As I stated before, the NBA Playoffs often become a matter of styles and defense. Memphis is a blue collar lunch pail style while Oklahoma City has all the flash. The Thunder have lost 5-of-6 to the number and are just 3-8-1 ATS in the last 12 meetings including only 1-4 ATS in Memphis. Add that they are 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games against a team with a winning record. Take GRIZZLIES!
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04-26-14 |
San Antonio Spurs v. Dallas Mavericks +3.5 |
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108-109 |
Win
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100 |
15 h 31 m |
Show
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San Antonio at Dallas 4:30 ET
Mavericks (+) over Spurs- It looks like the same old story and it's hard for me to believe. Every year San Antonio established that they are the best 'team' in the NBA during the regular season and then the playoffs happen. Dallas has manged to 'cover' both games and are even at 1-1 in the series after having lost 10 straight to the Spurs. As it stands now San Antonio has a better road record then the Mavericks have at home and are 12-5 ATS in the last 17 meetings including 4-0 ATS in their last four in Dallas. Here's the kicker, the Mavs are 0-5 ATS in their last five home games...they difference here is that they were favorites and now they are getting points. Take DALLAS!
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04-26-14 |
Indiana Pacers v. Atlanta Hawks +2.5 |
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91-88 |
Loss |
-110 |
12 h 3 m |
Show
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Indiana at Atlanta 2:00 ET
Hawks (+) over Pacers- Oh my...I like this so much I become afraid and have trouble believing what I see. In the Indiana Pacers I see a team that does not believe they are going to win, a team with not confidence or electric spark. No one expects the Hawks to preform well because here they are a sub .500 playoff team that is without their best player in AL Horford and 'they' smell blood. The Pacers are wounded emotionally and like a bad 'break-up' it stays with you for a while. Take ATLANTA!
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04-25-14 |
Houston Rockets +3 v. Portland Trailblazers |
Top |
121-116 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 13 m |
Show
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Houston at Portland 10:35 ET
Rockets (+) over Trailblazers- Okay,we've all seen it with our own eyes, LaMarcus Aldridge has become the most overwhelming force in basketball...BELIEVE IT! The problem here is the desperation and unlikelihood of the Rockets recovering in this series, but they understand that with a win tonight there is NO chance. One bad tends offset by another as the Rockets are 0-5 in their last five against a team with a winning home record but they are also 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven meetings in Portland. Take HOUSTON!
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04-25-14 |
Chicago Bulls +3 v. Washington Wizards |
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100-97 |
Win
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100 |
18 h 44 m |
Show
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Chicago at Washington 8:05 ET
Bulls (+) over Wizards- I am 'shocked, shocked that their gambling going on...' The Bulls are down 2-0 and are still trying to find some offense. All year they were a defensive team and in the playoffs of all places where 'defense wins' they are on their heels. An oddity of sort with a couple of minor trends but Chicago is just 2-8 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall but 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings in Washington. Look for Noah and the Bulls to get back in the series. Take CHICAGO!
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04-25-14 |
Toronto Raptors +5 v. Brooklyn Nets |
|
98-102 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 44 m |
Show
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Toronto at Brooklyn 7:05 ET
Raptors (+) over Nets- I sure am making use of the adage 'throw the stats out the window.' That's what I have to tell myself more times then not of late as these playoff match-ups create plenty of opportunities. To start with the Raptors are 0-4-1 ATS in their last five after a straight-up win. How's this the Nets are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games against a team with a winning road record and finally Toronto is 1-3-1 ATS in their last five games in Brooklyn. Nets get shocked here. Take the RAPTORS!
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04-24-14 |
Los Angeles Clippers v. Golden State Warriors +2 |
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98-96 |
Push |
0 |
13 h 0 m |
Show
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L.A. Clippers at Golden State 10:30 ET
Warriors (+) over Clippers- The question here is can the Warriors recover psychologically after the 40-point beat-down hand to them by the Clippers in Game 2. Golden State has played well against the Clippers at home going 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings and they are 4-0 ATS after a ATS loss. Game 1 Clippers were in foul trouble, Game 2 the Warriors were in foul trouble and this time...it's GOLDEN STATE
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04-24-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Memphis Grizzlies +2.5 |
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95-98 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 21 m |
Show
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Oklahoma City at Memphis 8:00 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- Sometimes style can over-come talent and that appears to be the case when Oklahoma City and Memphis go at it. There is no question the Thunder have two of the 'most talented' player in the NBA with Devin Durant and Russell Westbrook while the Grizzlies have that 'blue collar' mentality and grit. Two negative trends hang over Oklahoma City first they are 1-6 ATS on the road against a team with a winning record and secondly they are 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 meetings against the Grizzlies...Take MEMPHIS!
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04-24-14 |
Indiana Pacers v. Atlanta Hawks +2.5 |
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85-98 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 22 m |
Show
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Indiana at Atlanta 7:00 ET
Hawks (+) over Pacers- 'Don't even think about it,' don't think for a Lance Stephenson New york minute that the Pacers are 'back.' The Indiana Pacers are far from the dominating team that were the first four months of the season but even through is all they weren't but 21-20 on the road. As a matter of fact Indiana has struggled in Atlanta more then most losing 12 of their last 16 meetings ATS. Coming off their Game 2 loss the Hawks are 5-0 ATS in their last five when their opponent score 100 points in the previous game. Too many issues with Pacers both on and off the court. Take ATLANTA!
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04-23-14 |
Portland Trailblazers v. Houston Rockets -6 |
|
112-105 |
Loss |
-107 |
11 h 23 m |
Show
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Portland at Houston 9:30 ET
Blazers (-) over Rockets- Portland has been one of the biggest money makers on the road including our Power Play winner in Game 1 as they are 26-16 ATS away from home. Listen, the key to this game is not Dwight Howard's free throws, the key is to control that 'beast' the Trailblazers call LaMarcus Aldridge. The Rockets have now dropped their last two and will show what is needed to win here. Take HOUSTON!
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04-23-14 |
Dallas Mavericks v. San Antonio Spurs -8 |
|
113-92 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 3 m |
Show
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Dallas at San Antonio 7:00 ET
Spurs (-) over Mavericks- Dallas have manged to lose their last two contests and 'cover' as a road dog in both games and are now 28-14 ATS on the road. San Antonio meanwhile has gone three straight without a 'cover' their longest streak this season. Playing their thirst straight on the road isn't going to help but Mavericks are 1-5 ATS in their last six games on two days rest. Spurs are 5-1 ATS in last six against teams with winning record but the caper is that the Spurs are 12-4 ATS in the last 16 meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO!
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04-22-14 |
Washington Wizards v. Chicago Bulls -5 |
|
101-99 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 28 m |
Show
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Washington at Chicago 9:30 ET
Bulls (-) over Wizards- Washington came through for 'us' with his fifth straight win and cover in their Game 1 victory 102-93. Chicago meanwhile not only has dropped their last two but three of four and are 1-4 ATS in their last five contests. I know there are trends spitting in my face as the Wizards are 5-0 ATS in their last five trips to Chicago and are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. Well, yeah but this is the playoffs. The Bulls even the series here. Take CHICAGO!
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04-22-14 |
Brooklyn Nets v. Toronto Raptors -4.5 |
|
95-100 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 32 m |
Show
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Brooklyn at Toronto 7:30 ET
Raptors (-) over Nets- Okay, 'we' are coming off our Megabucks win with the Nets in Game 1 when the line was just 2 ½. This time around the Vegas odds makers are thinking 'zig-zag' and have made the Raptors a more reasonable 4 ½ point favorite. The Brooklyn veterans and most former Celtics scored few but key points in their victory. Not so much this time...Take TORONTO!
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04-22-14 |
Atlanta Hawks +7.5 v. Indiana Pacers |
|
85-101 |
Loss |
-107 |
9 h 8 m |
Show
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Atlanta at Indiana 7:00 ET
Hawks (+) over Pacers- “There's something rotten in Denmark”...or is it Indiana. Listen 'we' had Atlanta in Game One and after watching a full 48 minutes I see nothing that tells me I should change course. I believe there are big problems with the Pacers and it is more then just basketball. This team since trading Granger is still min the tank. Take HAWKS!
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04-21-14 |
Golden State Warriors v. Los Angeles Clippers -7.5 |
|
98-138 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 19 m |
Show
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Golden State at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET
Clippers (-) over Warriors- After what we witnessed in Game One with the Warriors winning a tough contest where Chris Paul and Blake Griffin fouled out it seems that the 'line' is extremely high. Los Angeles has now lost five straight post-season games and need a huge effort here. These two have developed into intense rivals that play a physical game where this time the Clippers get the money. Take LOS ANGELES!
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04-21-14 |
Memphis Grizzlies +7.5 v. Oklahoma City Thunder |
|
111-105 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 50 m |
Show
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Memphis at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- The Memphis Grizzlies got off to a slow start on Saturday in Game 1 one the playoffs as they shot 25% from the field in the first half and trail by 22. They were able to cut the margin to two-points in the second half before the Thunder re-grouped and won by 14. In Game 1 the two key players for the Grizzlies Zach Randoph and Marc Gasol were a combined 14-of-40 from the field. Expect those numbers to improve enough to keep this one close. Take MEMPHIS!
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04-20-14 |
PORTLAND GM1 +5.5 v. HOUSTON GM1 |
|
122-120 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 59 m |
Show
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Portland at Houston 9:30 ET
Trailblazers (+) over Rockets- Portland is 3-8-1 ATS in the last 12 meetings but they are also 4-0 ATS in their last four road games. The Trailblazers closed the season with five straight wins and regained their stride after LaMarcus Aldridge returned from his back injury. Portland set a franchise record with 770 3-pointers and that's what's going to get the money. Take PORTLAND!
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04-20-14 |
Washington Wizards +5 v. Chicago Bulls |
|
102-93 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 19 m |
Show
|
Washington at Chicago 7:00 ET
Wizards (+) over Bulls- There is one oddity that surrounds the Wizards and that is they have the same record (a winning record) at home and on the road going 22-19. For some reason Washington has been able to compete with the Bulls especially in Chicago. The Wiz is 4-0 ATS a last four meetings in Chicago and they are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings overall. This isn't an over powering play but it should play down to the final buzzer.. Take the points and the WIZARDS!
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04-20-14 |
Dallas Mavericks v. San Antonio Spurs -9.5 |
|
85-90 |
Loss |
-103 |
3 h 20 m |
Show
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Dallas at San Antonio 1:05 ET
Spurs (-) over Mavericks- For most of the season 'we' faded the San Antonio Spurs and I can't say that it was with much success. Now, the Number One seed in the NBA is a 9 ½ point favorite and that is the highest 'number' that they have been favored by against the Mavericks by three points. Dallas is 5-15-1 ATS in the last 21 meetings and they are 2-5 ATS in their last seven in San Antonio. The Spurs have won the last nine games in this series and have won 15 straight at home. Lay the points with the SPURS!
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04-19-14 |
Atlanta Hawks +7.5 v. Indiana Pacers |
|
101-93 |
Win
|
100 |
22 h 5 m |
Show
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Atlanta at Indiana 7:05 ET
Hawks (+) over Pacers- The last time these two played 'we' (Indiana) eked out a 107-88 win over these same Hawks. Atlanta enter this games with five straight ATS wins ans are 4-0 ATS in their last four games against teams with a winning record, but they are just 1-3-1 ATS in their last five meetings in Indiana. These two met in the first round last season with the Pacers winning 4-2 and while Atlanta is weaker (because of injuries) and Indiana stronger I this the line is low. Consider that Indiana is the No. 1 seed and the Hawks came into this game under .500. The line gives Atlanta a chance and so do I Take HAWKS!
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04-19-14 |
Golden State Warriors v. Los Angeles Clippers -7 |
Top |
109-105 |
Loss |
-105 |
19 h 35 m |
Show
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Golden State at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET
Clippers (-) over Warriors- From what I can tell in Las Vegas this is the series most of the 'experts' are most interested' in. Why I'm not sure but these two had some great battles this season. Los Angeles enters this fray off a loss at Portland on Wednesday while Golden State pumped out two huge wins and four straight against the number. Last year the Warriors were a six seed and upset the Denver Nuggets this time the Clippers who lost to the Grizzlies in the post season opening round last year will have playoff confidence on the bench as Doc Rivers is now coaching. Take CLIPPERS!
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04-19-14 |
Brooklyn Nets +3 v. Toronto Raptors |
|
94-87 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 34 m |
Show
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Brooklyn at Toronto 12:30 ET
Nets (+) over Raptors- The 'buzz' surrounding this contest has to do with the Nets going in the tank to draw the Raptors and I say 'be careful what you wish for.' Brooklyn is 1-4 in their last four trips to Toronto and they are 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. Okay, here it comes...the Nets are 9-0 ATS in their last nine games versus a team with a winning record. Toronto is 42-22 straight-up since January and the Nets were one of the league's best since New Year's and getting healthy during their final two losses. The Raptors don't start well in playoff series winning Game 1 just once in six tries. Take BROOKLYN!
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04-16-14 |
Golden State Warriors v. Denver Nuggets -8 |
|
116-112 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 31 m |
Show
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Golden State at Denver 10:30 ET
Nuggets (-) over Warriors- The Golden State Warriors came through for 'us' in fine fashion on Monday as they over-came a 21 point deficit against the T' Wolves and posted a 10-point win and cover. The Warriors are locked into the No. 6 seed in the West and enter with health concerns. Denver is out of the playoffs for the first time in 11 years and will close the season right. Take DENVER!
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04-16-14 |
Houston Rockets v. New Orleans Pelicans -3 |
|
100-105 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 59 m |
Show
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Houston at New Orleans 8:05 ET
Pelicans (-) over Rockets- Well, some guys have their golf clubs packed and are ready to start the summer while a few other will continue in the playoffs. Still, some others will take tonight off and then continue in the playoffs and that is the Rockets. Houston has locked up the No. 4 spot and home court advantage in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs on Monday. The Rockets have won all three meetings this season and have won seven of the last eight meetings. This time they lay down. Take NEW ORLEANS!
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04-16-14 |
Philadelphia 76ers +5 v. Miami Heat |
|
100-87 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 0 m |
Show
|
Philadelphia at Miami 8:00 ET
76ers (+) over Heat- Okay, tell me once again why the Heat should give a crap about this game. Locked into the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference the two-time defending champs just want to get healthy. You got an idea what to expect if you remember Monday's game at Washington. The Sixers opened the season with s stunning victory over the Heat in their season opener and they will close with a win in Miami. Take PHILADELPHIA!
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04-15-14 |
New York Knicks v. Brooklyn Nets -6.5 |
|
109-98 |
Loss |
-100 |
8 h 14 m |
Show
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New York Knicks at Brooklyn 8:00 ET
Nets (-) over Knicks- When the season started both these clubs were expected to possibly face each other in the NBA Playoff but things did not go well fore either side. The Nets were able to 'right-the-ship' and is a nasty team to draw in then post season well the Knicks never got it together in one of the more disappoint seasons in franchise history. New York has won two-of-three meetings including a 113-83 in Brooklyn. Turn about here. Take NETS!
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04-14-14 |
Minnesota Timberwolves v. Golden State Warriors -8 |
|
120-130 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 46 m |
Show
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Minnesota at Golden State 10:35 ET Warriors (-) over Timberwolves- Golden State has without a doubt the best shooting guard combination in the league as Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson who is 20-of-35 from 3-point range in his last five games and Curry who is off a 47 point performance. Minnesota needs one win to finish at .500 but are having difficulties keeping healthy bodies on the court. Wolves defense will leave State with plenty of open shots and they will 'hit' 'em. Take GOLDEN STATE!
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04-14-14 |
San Antonio Spurs v. Houston Rockets -6 |
|
98-104 |
Push |
0 |
7 h 29 m |
Show
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San Antonio at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Spurs- Oh, I hate this, I hate playing against the San Antonio Spurs, why it was just three days ago 'we' were looking at a 3-0 Friday NBA sweep when the Spurs burst 'our' bubble with a 21-point second-half come-back win and 'cover' against the Suns. Now, here I am again, this time laying points. Why do this? It doesn't matter who the Spurs put in their line-up or who sits out as they play the same at all times. The Rockets have won four straight in the series and are 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. I just think San Antonio is taking the night off. Take HOUSTON!
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04-14-14 |
Miami Heat v. Washington Wizards -5 |
|
93-114 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 2 m |
Show
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Miami at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (-) over Heat- I guess with this 'Don't make sense' line have the Wizards favored by this margin has me thinking...is James out, is Miami going in the tank with two games to go, have the Heat just surrendered home floor to the Pacers. The last time Miami came to Washington in January they were a 5 ½ point favorite and the Wizards managed a 114-97 win. The last time Washington was favored in this series (-7.5) the won 104-70. Looks like the Heat are ready to letdown. They better...take WIZARDS!
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04-13-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Indiana Pacers -1 |
Top |
97-102 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 56 m |
Show
|
Oklahoma City at Indiana 6:00 ET Pacers (-) over Thunder- I know it looks bad and it is bad, but this is the only side to play in this contest. Indiana is still 34-6 at despite losing 18 of their last 31 and many of them weak efforts. The Pacers are coming off a loss in Miami that made them look like they quit...and maybe they did! But, the Heat gave them a break by losing to Atlanta (Megabucks Winner) on Saturday and now the Pacers are in position to regain the No. 1 seed in the East. Don't ask question s...just bet the Pacers. Take INDIANA!
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04-12-14 |
Phoenix Suns +4.5 v. Dallas Mavericks |
|
98-101 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 19 m |
Show
|
Phoenix at Dallas 8:35 ET Suns (+) over Mavericks- Boy, am I asking for trouble here. I was so disappointed that the Suns blew a 21-point lead at San Antonio last night as 'our' dream of a 3-0 NBA Friday when up in smoke, but the bigger disappointment was when I realized that I will not have the Mavericks tonight and will bounce back with the Suns. A pair of conflicting trends clash as the Suns are 1-6 ATS in their last seven meetings in Dallas and the other has Dallas at 0-4 ATS in their last four home games. Take PHOENIX!
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04-12-14 |
Boston Celtics v. Cleveland Cavaliers -8 |
|
111-99 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 44 m |
Show
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Boston at Cleveland 7:35 ET Cavaliers (-) over Celtics- For the technical handicappers this contest has a trove of information. First, Cleveland has bounced-back off straight-up losses winning 7-of-8 ATS next time out and they are 6-1 ATS in their last seven home games. Add that the Celtics are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings and they are 0-4 ATS the last four in Cleveland. Boston just ended a nine game losing streak...a new one begins tonight. Take CLEVELAND!
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04-12-14 |
Miami Heat v. Atlanta Hawks +4.5 |
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85-98 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 29 m |
Show
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Miami at Atlanta 7:35 ET Hawks (+) over Heat- Tough spot for both clubs as they are in need. The Heat are coming off their huge win over the Pacers last night in Miami and lead the race for home floor by just ½ game while the Hawks need a win to clinch a playoff berth. Miami has had their way in this series going 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings and 37-18 ATS in last 55 meetings including two-of-three this season. Look for this one to play done to the final buzzer. Take ATLANTA!
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04-11-14 |
Phoenix Suns +3 v. San Antonio Spurs |
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104-112 |
Loss |
-105 |
8 h 31 m |
Show
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Phoenix at San Antonio 8:30 ET Suns (+) over Spurs- Well, I had my lunch taken away from me last night as I was a day late against San Antonio who shut down the Mavericks when they needed to win last night in Dallas. The Spurs can clinch home-court advantage throughout the playoffs with a win tonight against Phoenix. The Suns are a game up for the final playoff spot in the West and have a meeting with Memphis (1 game back) on Monday. Since Eric Bledsoe's return the Suns have gone 11-3 straight-up. With a winning road record they can surprise here. Take PHOENIX!
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04-11-14 |
Indiana Pacers v. Miami Heat -6.5 |
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86-98 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 39 m |
Show
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Indiana at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (-) over Pacers- Okay, here's what it comes down to. With the tie-breaker in their corner a win here for the Indiana Pacers would just about clinch home-floor advantage for the Eastern Conference playoffs. We all are aware of the Pacers collapse in recent weeks and it extends to all facets of the game. Currently they are on an 0-7 ATS run in their last seven road games. Miami hasn't been all that much better going 10-11 in their last 21 but the Pacers could get blown-out here. Take MIAMI!
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04-11-14 |
Washington Wizards -7 v. Orlando Magic |
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96-86 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 21 m |
Show
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Washington at Orlando 7:00 ET Wizards (-) over Magic- This is strictly a 'numbers' play as the Wizards enter Orlando a strong favorite. Last time out the Magic were 5-point underdogs to the Brooklyn Nets and they won 'outright' for us (Money Game winner) and now they are a 6.5 point underdog to a weaker Washington Wizards club. There are some conflicting trends here as the Wizards are 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings but they are only 2-6 ATS in Orlando. Still, the 'number' tells me it's...WASHINGTON!
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04-10-14 |
San Antonio Spurs v. Dallas Mavericks -129 |
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109-100 |
Loss |
-129 |
10 h 53 m |
Show
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San Antonio at Dallas 8:00 ET Mavericks (-) over Spurs- “There's something rotten in Denmark,” okay, we've all heard that before but why? No it has nothing to do with the tides...well, anyway the Spurs the best team in basketball opens a small underdog at Dallas. Realize that the Mavericks are 0-6 ATS in their last six games following a straight-up win, the Spurs are 6-1ATS in their last seven meetings in Dallas and they are 11-3 ATS in the last 14 meetings. Earlier this season when they met here the Spurs were the favorite, but now...I think Vegas is trying to tell 'us' something. Take DALLAS!
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04-09-14 |
Houston Rockets v. Denver Nuggets +1.5 |
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116-123 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 36 m |
Show
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Houston at Denver 9:05 ET Nuggets (+) over Rockets- When I first looked at this match-up I thought 'what a mismatch' with the Rockets 52-25 record against Denver's 33-44. Then upon 'further review' I see that the Nuggets are 8-1 ATS in the last nine meetings and Denver is 4-0 ATS in their last four outings. Also I noted that Houston is 21-17 on the road and the Nuggets are 20-18 at home. The Rockets are coming off their highest scoring output of the season as they scored 145 points against the Lakers last night. Look for the Nuggets to bounce back from their current down turn as they have lost six of seven. This time they surprise the visitor.. Take DENVER!
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04-09-14 |
Boston Celtics v. Atlanta Hawks -7.5 |
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97-105 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 35 m |
Show
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Boston at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (-) over Celtics- The 'numbers' surrounding this game appear so one-sided that it may be difficult to give a rational reason why to take Atlanta. To start with the Hawks are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games against a team with a losing record. The Celtics believe it or not are not only 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall are also 4-1 in the last five meetings in Atlanta as well. Still, Atlanta is 22-15 at home while Boston is only 8-30 on the road. Take the Hawks!
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04-09-14 |
Brooklyn Nets v. Orlando Magic +5.5 |
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111-115 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 16 m |
Show
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Brooklyn at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Nets- Okay, so 'we' missed the Nets last night in their win over the Heat (4-0 this season) and now Brooklyn continues their Florida trip with a visit to Orlando. The Nets who have a huge winning streak at home have been a different story on the road where they are a meager 15-23 and that may be a factor as the magic are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 home games against a team with a losing road record. Brooklyn is 14-5 straight-up in the first of back-to-back contests but only 6-12 in the second. Take ORLANDO!
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04-08-14 |
Houston Rockets v. Los Angeles Lakers +9.5 |
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145-130 |
Loss |
-108 |
12 h 31 m |
Show
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Houston at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Rockets- The Houston Rockets are coming off two straight wins after dropping the previous three contests one an impressive win over Oklahoma City and the other an overtime win over Denver. They are just about locked-in the No. 4 spot in the Western Conference and begin a three-game road trip but have only one game remaining against the playoff contender. The Lakers are banged-up but are putting forth professional efforts although they have lost four straight and six of their last seven going 2-5 ATS in that span. Houston is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings but are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games. Take the points with the LAKERS!
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04-08-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Sacramento Kings +9 |
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107-92 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 18 m |
Show
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Oklahoma City at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Thunder- The Thunder have dropped their last two games and now lead the Clippers by just one game for the second seed in the Western Conference. This is their third straight road game with the Clippers on deck in Los Angeles and Oklahoma City is 0-5 ATS in their last five road games. The Thunder have won the last nine games in this series but will get caught here looking ahead. Take KINGS!
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04-08-14 |
Brooklyn Nets v. Miami Heat -7 |
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88-87 |
Loss |
-105 |
6 h 20 m |
Show
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Brooklyn at Miami 7:00 ET Heat (-) over Nets- The Miami Heat may be the defending NBA Champions but they have not been able to beat the Brooklyn Nets yet this season as they are 0-3 straight-up and against the points this year. The Nets also defeated Miami during the preseason and the Heat will most likely be with Dwayne Wade tonight. I don't know if that makes a difference when LeBron James decides to play. The Heat are making their move on the disintegrating Pacers for the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference. They are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games. Take MIAMI!
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04-06-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Phoenix Suns +3 |
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115-122 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 34 m |
Show
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Oklahoma City at Phoenix 9:05 ET Suns (+) over Thunder- Surprisingly enough, the Phoenix Suns are still in the hunt for the final playoff spot in the West as they are tied wit Memphis for the final spot. Oklahoma City meanwhile is safe at No. 2 behind San Antonio with a full two game lead over the Clippers. The Thunder have fared well against the Suns going 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings overall and 6-1 ATS in their last seven trips to Phoenix. But the Thunder are 0-4 ATS in their last four road games. In need...take the SUNS!
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04-06-14 |
Atlanta Hawks v. Indiana Pacers -8 |
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107-88 |
Loss |
-100 |
8 h 35 m |
Show
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Atlanta at Indiana 6:00 ET Pacers (-) over Hawks- Are the Pacers heading south fast and need a solid win to right the ship. Surprisingly enough, the Pacers are now six games under .500 (35-41) ATS a team that set the league on-fire the first four months of the season, a team that has won 53 games straight-up. Indiana is off a loss at Toronto and have dropped eight to the 'number' and nine of 10. To use an old cliché 'Atlanta is just what the doctor ordered.' Not, only are the Hawks 1-3-1 ATS in their last five meetings they are 0-3-1 in their last four meetings in Indiana. Take PACERS!
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04-06-14 |
Los Angeles Lakers v. Los Angeles Clippers -15.5 |
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97-120 |
Win
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100 |
5 h 12 m |
Show
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L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET Clippers(-) over Lakers- Since defeating the Knicks by 31 points two weeks ago the Lakers have dropped five of six straight-up and are 2-4 ATS. The Lakers have lost three straight and 12 of 16 allowing 118 points in those 16 games. This is the fourth meetings between these two rivals as the Lakers won the first encounter and the Clippers the next two by a combined 84 points. A win here would give the Clippers the season series something they have done only twice in 42 years. Lay-the-wood...take the CLIPPERS!
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04-05-14 |
Minnesota Timberwolves v. Orlando Magic +4 |
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92-100 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 29 m |
Show
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Minnesota at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Timberwolves- It took two overtimes but the Minnesota Timberwolves showed that they have not quit on the season even though they are not going to the playoffs as they defeated the Heat in Miami last night 122-121. Orlando like the Wolves is on the second night of back-to-back games are off three straight losses. Minnesota won the season opener as hosts 120-115 in overtime this time it's the Magic. Take ORLANDO!
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04-04-14 |
Phoenix Suns +4.5 v. Portland Trail Blazers |
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109-93 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 11 m |
Show
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Phoenix at Portland 10:00 ET Suns (+) over Trailblazers- Two excellent clubs against the points as the Blazers are a money making 42-34 ATS but the Suns are off the charts at 48-26-1 ATS for the season. Portland enters this fray winners of their last four while Phoenix has dropped their last two blow a 14-point fourth quarter lead to the Clippers. The most impressive trend is that the Suns are 7-0 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take PHOENIX!
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04-04-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Houston Rockets -130 |
Top |
107-111 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 42 m |
Show
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Oklahoma City at Houston 9:35 ET Rockets (-) over Thunder- Two clubs moving in opposite directions will collide in Houston where the Rockets losers of three straight host the high-flying Oklahoma City Thunder fresh off their win over NBA leader San Antonio. It would appear the deck is stacked as the Thunder enter this contest 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and the Rockets are 0-4 ATS against teams with winning records over .600. But, The Thunder are 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games and Houston needs this one. Take ROCKETS!
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04-04-14 |
Denver Nuggets v. Memphis Grizzlies -9 |
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92-100 |
Loss |
-110 |
6 h 12 m |
Show
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Denver at Memphis 7:50 ET Grizzlies (+) over Nuggets- I 'love' this spot. The Nuggets are off a 30-point win at home and now take to the road for the first time in four games and face the Grizzlies who are 0-5 ATS in their last five contests. Memphis has won 10 straight at home and are in the mist of a 3-way battle with Dallas and Phoenix for the final two spots. Grizzlies respond here. Take MEMPHIS!
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04-03-14 |
Dallas Mavericks +4.5 v. Los Angeles Clippers |
Top |
113-107 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 25 m |
Show
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Dallas at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Clippers- After opening their five-game road trip with a loss in New Orleans the Clippers have reeled off four straight wins and covers including a 112-108 win as an underdog against Phoenix last night. This is the first stop in a four-game road trip for Dallas who is in a three-team battle for the final two playoff spots in the Western Conference. The Clippers may have a small let down here as they clinched the Pacific Division crown with their win over the Suns last night. Dallas is 7-2 ATS in their last nine meetings in Los Angeles and they are 11-5 ATS in the last 16 meetings overall. Take DALLAS!
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04-03-14 |
San Antonio Spurs +4 v. Oklahoma City Thunder |
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94-106 |
Loss |
-108 |
8 h 15 m |
Show
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San Antonio at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Spurs (+) over Thunder- The Spurs have now won 19 straight games and have a comfortable four game lead over the Oklahoma City in the chase for the overall No. 1 seed. The Thunder have won eight of their last 10. I was quite surprised when I saw they are a such strong favorite and then I saw the history of this match-up. San Antonio is 0-6 ATS in their last six meetings in Oklahoma City and they are 1-9-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings overall. I just can't lay points here. Take the SPURS!
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04-02-14 |
Los Angeles Lakers +7 v. Sacramento Kings |
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102-107 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 48 m |
Show
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L.A. Lakers at Sacramento 10:00 ET Lakers (+) over Kings- These two western foes have won just 51 games between them with 97 losses as the Lakers face their worst campaign since 1975. Los Angeles is 3-0 this season over the Kings winning the last five meetings overall including the past two stops in Sacramento. The Lakers may have lost last night to Portland but they showed that they have not quit on the season. Take the LAKERS!
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04-02-14 |
Golden State Warriors v. San Antonio Spurs -9.5 |
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90-111 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 33 m |
Show
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Golden State at San Antonio 8:30 ET Spurs (-) over Warriors- The San Antonio Spurs are on a franchise-record 18 game win streak and lead the Western Conference overall race by 3 ½ games. The Warriors (Money Game winner) defeated the Mavericks in overtime last night and the turn-around here will be their doom. Golden State has had their problems against the Spurs going 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings but they are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in San Antonio. Still, this number is 'high' considering the circumstances. Take the SPURS!
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04-02-14 |
Chicago Bulls v. Atlanta Hawks +2.5 |
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105-92 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 49 m |
Show
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Chicago at Atlanta 7:35 ET Hawks (+) over Bulls- The Atlanta Hawks had dropped six straight before they received the cure they needed...a game against the 76ers and a win on Monday. With eight games left Atlanta has a one-game lead over the charging Knicks for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot while the Bulls are looking to keep the three-seed so that they won't have to face the Heat or Pacers until the conference finals. The Bu8lls have won all three meetings this season and five straight in the series but with Kyle Korver is back and the Hawks get the much needed win. Take ATLANTA!
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04-01-14 |
Golden State Warriors +4 v. Dallas Mavericks |
|
122-120 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 47 m |
Show
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Golden State at Dallas 8:30 ET Warriors (+) over Mavericks- The Golden State Warriors no long appear to be the shoe-in for the playoffs that they once were. They own a 1 ½ game lead to remain in the playoffs but are with their starting front court as David Lee and Abdrew Bogut missed their Sunday home loss to the Knicks. There is a chance for Lee who has missed the last two games to play as here is traveling with the team but Bogut is not expected to play. Stephen Curry continues his 'hot' shooting going 11-for-20 inh his last two games from 3-point range. Mavericks play very little defense and the Warriors leading should score at will. Take GOLDEN STATE!
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04-01-14 |
Houston Rockets v. Brooklyn Nets -3 |
|
96-105 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 39 m |
Show
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Houston at Brooklyn 8:00 ET Nets (-) over Rockets- As the old adage goes' something has gone to give as the Brooklyn Nets seek a franchise record 14th straight home win while the Houston Rockets seek their 15 consecutive victory over the Nets. The 13 straight home wins is the NBA high for the season among with the Spurs. The last time the Nets defeated the Rockets was in Houston on march 13, 2006 a long time ago. The Rockets are hurting as Dwight Howard is day-to-day with an ankle sprain and Patrick Beverly is out with a torn meniscus (what ever that is) in his left knee. Nets are hot...play the hot hand. Take BROOKLYN!
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03-31-14 |
New York Knicks v. Utah Jazz +4 |
|
92-83 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 10 m |
Show
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New York at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Knicks- Two of the more disappointing clubs face each other a combined 40 games below .500 as the Knicks are 31-43 after winning 51 games last season and the Jazz who are 23-51. This game should virtually be a pick-em as New York is 15-22 on the road while Utah is 15-21 at home. The Knicks have taken five straight in the series and are 10-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings in Utah and 19-7 ATS in the last 26 meetings overall. Still, there is pressure on the Knicks and they don't preform well in that situation. Take JAZZ!
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03-31-14 |
Los Angeles Clippers v. Minnesota Timberwolves +3 |
Top |
114-104 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 10 m |
Show
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L.A. Clippers at Minnesota 8:05 ET Timberwolves (+) over Clippers- The Clippers started this road trip with a loss at New Orleans but have rebounded with two impressive wins over Dallas and Houston. This could have been a great match-up of the league two best power forwards in the Clippers Blake Griffin and the Timberwolves and Kevin Love. The problem is that Los Angeles may be without Griffin because of back spasms. The Clippers have won eight straight meetings and are 7-0 ATS in their last seven meetings in Minnesota. Off two big wins and without Blake Minnesota has a chance here. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!
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03-31-14 |
Washington Wizards +3 v. Charlotte Bobcats |
|
94-100 |
Loss |
-104 |
7 h 9 m |
Show
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Washington st Charlotte 7:05 ET Wizards (+) over Bobcats- Both these clubs are playoff bound and have split two games this season with each squad winning on the road. Washington is a six seed right now and will avoid playing the Pacers or Heat in the opening round if they maintain their position. The Bobcats trail the Wizards by three games and have won 10 of their last 12 home games but they've dropped four of their last six overall. The Wizards have struggled of late on the road going 1-6 ATS in their last seven. Still to me it's WASHINGTON!
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03-30-14 |
Memphis Grizzlies +1.5 v. Portland Trail Blazers |
Top |
98-105 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 8 m |
Show
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Memphis at Portland 9:05 ET Grizzlies (+) over Trailblazers- Memphis has some 'numbers' on its side as they are 4-0 ATS after a straight-up loss and they respond after a weak defensive performance as they are 8-1-1 ATS in their last 10 games after allowing 100 points or more in the previous game. The contrast is playing styles has the Trailblazers leading the NBA with 9.5 3-pointers per game while Memphis is last at 4.9 per contest. But, the Grizzlies are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Take MEMPHIS!
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03-30-14 |
Chicago Bulls v. Boston Celtics +5.5 |
|
107-102 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 4 m |
Show
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Chicago at Boston 7:05 ET Celtics (+) over Bulls- After defeating the Thunder and Heat back-to-back the Bulls have gone 1-6 ATS in their lasts even games overall. But, Chicago is 5-2 ATS in their last seven meetings in Boston. The Bulls clinched their playoff spot on Friday when the Knicks lost and may not have their normal intensity. Take BOSTON!
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03-30-14 |
Indiana Pacers v. Cleveland Cavaliers +5.5 |
|
76-90 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 4 m |
Show
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Indiana at Cleveland 3:05 ET Cavaliers (+) over Pacers- Pacers have lost four straight to the 'number' and eight of their last 10 against the points. Indiana does have a series edge winning six of the last eight meetings ATS but the Cavaliers are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games and they are 5-0 ATS after a straight-up loss. The Pacers are beginning to feel the pressure as their lead for home court advantage is down to one-game over the Heat. Take CAVALIERS!
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03-29-14 |
Miami Heat v. Milwaukee Bucks +9.5 |
|
88-67 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 13 m |
Show
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Miami at Milwaukee 8:30 ET Bucks (+) over Heat- Boy, I hate doing this as the Bucks still are the worst team in the league at least record wise as their 14 totals wins will attest. Milwaukee had dropped eight straight before their win over the Lakers their last outing while the Heat just destroyed Detroit last night winning by 32 points. LeBron James had a triple-double and didn't play in the fourth quarter. The Heat have taken the last seven meetings. Still, this one should play close. Take MILWAUKEE!
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03-29-14 |
Los Angeles Clippers +2.5 v. Houston Rockets |
|
118-107 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 49 m |
Show
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L.A. Clippers at Houston 8:05 ET Clippers (+) over Rockets- It seems troubling to me that a team that has won 11 straight home games is such a small favorite as hosts. Then we notice that the Rockets are 0-3 against the Clippers this season and looks like LA has the Rockets 'number' as they have won eight of the last nine meetings. Houston will be without Patrick Beverley who will be sidelined with a torn meniscus cartilage. Take the CLIPPERS!
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03-29-14 |
Atlanta Hawks +5 v. Washington Wizards |
|
97-101 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 46 m |
Show
|
Atlanta at Washington 8:05 ET Hawks (+) over Wizards- It's a nightmare eight days for the Atlanta Hawks as the fight for the final playoff spot with the Knicks as they have lost five games both straight-up and against the points. The Wizards are off an impressive win over the Indiana Pacers as they head to the playoffs for the first time in six years. Atlanta who still has a two-game lead over New York needs a big effort here. Take ATLANTA!
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03-28-14 |
Memphis Grizzlies +2.5 v. Golden State Warriors |
Top |
93-100 |
Loss |
-110 |
10 h 49 m |
Show
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Memphis at Golden State 10:35 ET Grizzlies (+) over Warriors- After sleepwalking through the first four months of the season but have picked-up the pace winning 16 of their last 21. Defense is the key for Memphis as they haven't allowed an opponent to score 100 since March 5 and give up just 84 points in their last six games winning five. Golden State is have some inner turmoil and are just 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall. Add that the Grizzlies are 5-0 ATS in their last five meetings at Golden State. Take MEMPHIS!
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03-28-14 |
Miami Heat v. Detroit Pistons +6.5 |
|
110-78 |
Loss |
-108 |
7 h 54 m |
Show
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Miami at Detroit 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Heat- The Heat blew a fourth quarter lead at Indiana as the Pacers were able to put out a one-point 84-83 win to extend their advantage for home floor to three games. Miami has lost eight of their last 13 games and seem to be waiting for the playoffs to begin. Miami has dominated the series winning 16 of the last 19 but they are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games although they are 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 in Detroit. I expect the Pistons to have more enthusiasm. Take DETROIT!
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03-28-14 |
Indiana Pacers v. Washington Wizards +2 |
Top |
78-91 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 24 m |
Show
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Indiana at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Pacers- The Indiana Pacers who are coming off a one-point win over the Heat have been struggling since trading away Stewart Granger as they are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games. The have managed to beat up on the weaklings but are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games against teams with winning records. Washington has a bit of a score to settle after getting crushed by the Pacers 93-66 in early January. The Pacers are still in cloud 'nine' after their win over the Heat but may be without Roy Hibbert who took a LeBron James elbow to the head. Either way it's the WIZARDS!
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03-27-14 |
Los Angeles Lakers v. Milwaukee Bucks -2.5 |
|
105-108 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 21 m |
Show
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L.A. Lakers at Milwaukee 8:05 ET Bucks (+) over Lakers- The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off that incredible beat down of the Knicks where they scored a franchise record 51 points in the third quarter in a 30-point victory. The Milwaukee Bucks believe it or not have won less games then the Philadelphia 76ers who have now lost 26 games in-a-row. After suffering through the worst season in club history the Lakers put together that huge win over the Knicks and will have a letdown here. The Lakers are 1-6 ATS in their last seven meetings in Milwaukee. Take the BUCKS!
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03-27-14 |
Philadelphia 76ers v. Houston Rockets -19.5 |
|
98-120 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 20 m |
Show
|
Philadelphia at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over 76ers- The joke is still on the 76ers as they have now dropped 26 straight games and still only have a 25% chance for the overall number one pick in the lottery. One reason believe it or not is that Philadelphia doesn't even have the worst record in the NBA, that belongs to the Milwaukee Bucks who have won only 13 games. The Rockets still have an opportunity to rise into the second seed in the west and they will remain focused here. Take HOUSTON!
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03-27-14 |
Portland Trail Blazers v. Atlanta Hawks +4 |
|
100-85 |
Loss |
-103 |
8 h 50 m |
Show
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Portland at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Trailblazers- Boy, do I hate these Atlanta Hawks! Not, only is this final spot playoff team but they are just 'killers' to one's bankroll. The Hawks have dropped their last four games straight-up but against the points as well. With LaMarcus Aldridge on the sideline the Blazers have lost nine of their last 13. The Hawks are two-games up on the Knicks and have gone 4-1 ATS in five meetings as hosts to Portland. Take ATLANTA!
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03-26-14 |
Memphis Grizzlies v. Utah Jazz +8 |
|
91-87 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 54 m |
Show
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Memphis at Utah 10:30 ET Jazz (+) over Grizzlies- The Memphis Grizzlies are fighting the Mavericks and Suns for one of the final two playoff spots in the West as they have won four of their last five while the lowly Jazz have dropped 12 of their last 14. Memphis is in the mist of a five-game road trip with Golden State and Portland on deck. The Grizzlies are 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Utah but the Jazz are 0-3-1 ATS in their last four at home. Still, Memphis could get caught looking ahead. Take UTAH!
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03-26-14 |
Toronto Raptors v. Boston Celtics +3.5 |
Top |
99-90 |
Loss |
-108 |
7 h 14 m |
Show
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Toronto at Boston 7:35 ET Celtics (+) over Raptors- This is a tough call as the Celtics have nothing to play for while the Raptors are fighting for their playoff lives. Toronto has been a solid 'play-on' all season as the are 15 games over .500 ATS. They are coming off a loss to the Cavaliers last night a game in which they trailed by 21 before losing 102-100. Boston has more then a few trends in their corner as the home team has won nine of the last 10 meetings straight-up. Even worse for the visitor is that they are 0-8-1 ATS in their last nine meetings in Boston and 7-20-1 ATS in their last 28 meetings overall. Boston is 4-1 ATS in their last five games following an ATS loss. Take the CELTICS!
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03-26-14 |
Phoenix Suns v. Washington Wizards +2 |
|
99-93 |
Loss |
-109 |
7 h 56 m |
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Phoenix at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Suns- The surprising Phoenix Suns will have to do it the hard way if they are to make the NBA Playoffs as they play seven of their remaining 11 games on the road. They have been impressive winning four of their last five on the road not including their 6-1 ATS record in their last seven games in Washington and 7-3 ATS in their last 10 meetings overall. The Wizards are going to the playoffs but have dropped three of their last four and look to get healthy at home tonight. Take WASHINGTON!
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03-25-14 |
New York Knicks -7 v. Los Angeles Lakers |
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96-127 |
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-105 |
11 h 11 m |
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New York at Los Angeles 10:35 ET Knicks (-) over Lakers- Really now, first off I can't ever remember the Knicks being a 6-point favorite in Los Angeles over the Lakers who have won six consecutive home games against New York. Secondly New York is 13 games (that's 13 games) under .500 and are coming off a loss to the 'mighty' Cleveland Cavaliers and Vegas makes them a strong favorite. Consider that the Lakers are 1-4 ATS in their last five after a win. Take NEW YORK!
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03-25-14 |
Oklahoma City Thunder v. Dallas Mavericks +3 |
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119-128 |
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100 |
9 h 54 m |
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Oklahoma City at Dallas 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Thunder- The Dallas Mavericks who are fighting for one of two playoff spots in the west and can not afford to let games slip away. The Mavs are in the mist of an eight-game home stand and are just 2-2 with playoff teams on their schedule. It was only a week ago that Dallas cruised in the 23-point victory at Oklahoma City winning 109-86. The Thunder have had their way in this series going 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 meetings in Dallas. The Mavericks are in greater need. Take DALLAS!
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03-25-14 |
Toronto Raptors v. Cleveland Cavaliers +4.5 |
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100-102 |
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100 |
9 h 35 m |
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Toronto at Cleveland 7:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Raptors- both these clubs are off huge fourth quarter comebacks as the Raptors rallied from a 16-point deficit to defeat Atlanta while the Cavaliers came back to beat the Knicks in Madison Square Garden. Toronto who is about to clinch as playoff spot outscored the Hawks 36-15 in the final quarter and have won both meetings against Cleveland this season. A trend oddity has surfaced as the Raptors are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings in Cleveland but 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings overall. Take the CAVALIERS!
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03-24-14 |
Detroit Pistons +1 v. Utah Jazz |
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114-94 |
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100 |
11 h 28 m |
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Detroit at Utah 9:00 ET Pistons (+) over Jazz- This is a tricky spot as the Pistons have lost 13 straight road games and this is the final of a four-game trip. Utah themselves have been no prize as they have dropped 11 of their last 13 games. The Jazz have fared well against Detroit going 4-0 ATS in their last four meetings. Utah is starting to hear comments about the team 'tanking' for draft picks which they deny. Tonight one of these teams has to win (that's the rule) and this time it is DETROIT!
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03-24-14 |
Portland Trail Blazers v. Miami Heat -6.5 |
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91-93 |
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-105 |
8 h 23 m |
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Portland at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (-) over Trailblazers- I usually try and stay away from Favorites that are struggling but in this case I will make an exception. Both these clubs who are fighting for playoff positions are 4-7 straight-up on their last 11 games. The Miami Heat are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games while Portland is 0-4 ATS in their last four Monday games. The Blazers are 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to Miami but the Heat are 'ready' for this contest after an embarrassing effort against the Pelicans yesterday. Greg Oden returns and the Heat win. Take MIAMI!
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03-24-14 |
Phoenix Suns v. Atlanta Hawks +1.5 |
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102-95 |
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9 h 6 m |
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Phoenix at Atlanta 7:00 ET Hawks (+) over Suns- I sort of feel like the Hawks owe 'us' one after blowing a 10-point fourth quarter lead against the Raptors yesterday as they were outscored 36-15 in the final stanza. The Suns who are the most surprising team in the NBA this season (on the good side) will play eight of their final road games on the road as they enter Atlanta as they battle Memphis for the final playoff spot in the West. The Hawks are trying to protect their playoff spot as they are in sole possession of the eighth spot in the East. Take ATLANTA!
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03-23-14 |
Brooklyn Nets +4.5 v. Dallas Mavericks |
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107-104 |
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100 |
9 h 52 m |
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Brooklyn at Dallas 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Mavericks- Very quietly the Brooklyn Nets have moved into the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff picture as they have gone 26-10 since the New Year. Dallas is seventh in the West and still have to fend off both Memphis and Phoenix to maintain their playoff position. The Mavericks have the series edge at home of late going 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings in Dallas and have won six of their last eight overall. Not this time as Nets prevail. Take BROOKLYN!
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03-23-14 |
Washington Wizards +2 v. Denver Nuggets |
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102-105 |
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-105 |
6 h 12 m |
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Washington at Denver 5:05 ET Wizards (+) over Nuggets- The 'boys' in Las Vegas seem to think that the Wizards have a good chance to win this contest as the have made this game a virtual pick-em affair. This seems a bit odd to me as the Nuggets have won four straight at home and four of their last five overall. Washington meanwhile needs a win here to split out their west road trip at 2-2. The Wizards have 'covered' the last four meetings and get it done again today. Take WASHINGTON!
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03-23-14 |
Atlanta Hawks +7 v. Toronto Raptors |
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86-96 |
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3 h 37 m |
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Atlanta at Toronto 1:00 ET Hawks (+) over Raptors- The Raptors are off a double-overtime loss (but cover) to the Oklahoma City Thunder and were left with a bitter taste in their mouths as Kevin Durant hit an unbelievable 3-pointer at the buzzer. Atlanta will be without sharp-shooter Kyle Korver as he has back troubles but the Hawks have gone 8-2 ATS in their last 10 meetings in Toronto. Take HAWKS!
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03-22-14 |
Philadelphia 76ers v. Chicago Bulls -16.5 |
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81-91 |
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-102 |
8 h 43 m |
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Portland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Bobcats (+) over Trailblazers- The Trailbalzers have been without their leading scorer and rebounder as LaMarcus Aldridge has miss the last four games with a sore back but Portland has managed to go 3-1 without him. Now, they take to the road and things may be a little different as the Bobcats look to atone for their dismal performance when last in Portland as they were crushed 134-102 back in early January. Despite the Blazers going 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings tonight it's the Bobcats. Take CHARLOTTE!
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03-22-14 |
Indiana Pacers v. Memphis Grizzlies -130 |
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71-82 |
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100 |
8 h 42 m |
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Indiana at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (-) over Pacers- The Indiana Pacers remain on top of the East off last night's win over the Bulls and have now won five of their last six recovering from their season long four-game losing streak. Memphis fell to the Heat last night as they were outscored 14-2 down the stretch as they remain a half-game behind the Phoenix Suns for the final playoff spot in the West. The Pacers are just 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings and 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take MEMPHIS!
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03-22-14 |
Portland Trail Blazers v. Charlotte Bobcats +1 |
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94-124 |
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100 |
7 h 42 m |
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Portland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Bobcats (+) over Trailblazers- The Trailbalzers have been without their leading scorer and rebounder as LaMarcus Aldridge has miss the last four games with a sore back but Portland has managed to go 3-1 without him. Now, they take to the road and things may be a little different as the Bobcats look to atone for their dismal performance when last in Portland as they were crushed 134-102 back in early January. Despite the Blazers going 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings tonight it's the Bobcats. Take CHARLOTTE!
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03-21-14 |
Memphis Grizzlies v. Miami Heat -4.5 |
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86-91 |
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100 |
7 h 30 m |
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Memphis at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (-) over Grizzlies- This would have been a good time for the Miami Heat to make their move against the struggling Indiana Pacers but the Heat are having problems of their own losing six of their last nine. LeBron James missed their last encounter a loss in Boston with back spasms. Memphis has won three of the past five and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meeting. I look for the Heat who are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Miami. Take the HEAT!
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03-21-14 |
Chicago Bulls +6.5 v. Indiana Pacers |
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79-91 |
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-108 |
6 h 20 m |
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Chicago at Indiana 7:05 ET Bulls (+) over Pacers- A pair of NBA playoff bound clubs enter this contest with trends running away from each side. Starting with Chicago who has 'covered' just one of their last five games and Indiana who is 0-5 ATS in their last five home games. The Pacers who still have a 3-game lead over the Heat for the top spot in the East have struggled off their earlier form as they are 11-8 straight-up in their last 19. both these clubs are amount the best defensive teams in the league and this one should come right down to the final buzzer. Take CHICAGO!
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