01-22-20 |
Syracuse +4.5 v. Notre Dame |
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84-82 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 7 m |
Show
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01-21-20 |
Texas A&M +9.5 v. Missouri |
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66-64 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 34 m |
Show
|
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01-20-20 |
Bucknell v. Colgate -8 |
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65-80 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 32 m |
Show
|
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01-19-20 |
Minnesota v. Rutgers -4.5 |
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56-64 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 3 m |
Show
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01-18-20 |
Toledo v. Akron -5 |
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99-89 |
Loss |
-115 |
10 h 20 m |
Show
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Toledo/Akron 2:00: Groce has the Zips rolling and should deliver here; after all, they're stingy on the defensive side and smooth offensively at home. Akron has covered 10 of its last 14 at home. Toledo has lost nine straight ATS and 0-5 ATS traveling. Toledo is a weak defensive rebounding team (215th nationally) and much too reliant on PG Jackson offensively. Akron has a Jackson of their own: Loren Cristian Jackson and he has a good supporting cast. Akron the call.
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01-18-20 |
South Carolina v. Texas A&M -1.5 |
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81-67 |
Loss |
-109 |
10 h 54 m |
Show
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South Carolina/Texas A&M 1:00: A&M poised to deliver here after hard fought OT loss to LSU on Tuesday. South Carolina, meanwhile, is coming off their most monumental regular season win in a few years upsetting Kentucky. They're in for a letdown here. Martin has found a new scoring weapon in his arsenal but A&M sports the SEC's Top Ranked Defense at 63 PPG. Buzz has good on court leadership with senior F Nebo who leads the team in points, rebounds and blocks. And Fr Gordon came on strong vs LSU adding 17 points. A&M 5-1 ATS on Saturdays and we'll roll with them.
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01-18-20 |
Baylor -6 v. Oklahoma State |
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75-68 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 24 m |
Show
|
Baylor/Oklahoma State Noon: Okie State doesn't have much home court advantage and they surely have trouble against good teams. Cowboys 0-4 ATS vs teams above .600. Oklahoma State is severely offensively challenged averaging a paltry 66.2 PPG, shooting just 40.5% from the field (323rd nationally), and a measly 29% from 3 point range (329th in nation). Consequently, they will be choked out by one of the premier defenses (#6) in the nation. I don't see a slip up here from the rolling Bears.
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01-17-20 |
Dayton v. St. Louis +7.5 |
|
78-76 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 5 m |
Show
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Dayton/St. Louis 7:00: On paper, St. Louis looks to be over matched against the explosive offense of the Toppin and Landers' lead Flyers; however, Billikens are a tough out with tenacious defense and a good trio of shooters in G Goodwin, F French and F Perkins. SLU sports a 3-0-1 ATS mark at home vs a team with a road win % above .600. Of course, the Flyers are looking to avenge their ATL 10 Quarterfinals loss last March. SLU had 3 extra prep days for this one and I believe they'll keep it tight. Dayton is 0-6 ATS on Friday. St. Louis the call.
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01-16-20 |
William & Mary +1.5 v. Delaware |
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77-68 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 16 m |
Show
|
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01-15-20 |
Tennessee v. Georgia -2.5 |
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63-80 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 52 m |
Show
|
Tennessee/Georgia 7:00: Tennessee coming off back-to-back SU wins but having trouble covering numbers. The Volunteers are offensively challenged averaging 66 PPG which is 302nd in the nation. Sure, they play pretty good defense but they will have difficulty matching buckets with Georgia on this floor. Georgia averages about 79 PPG and already 0-2 in SEC after losses to SEC heavyweights Kentucky and Auburn. We'll look for a great sense of urgency from the Bulldogs to get back in the win column.
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01-15-20 |
Indiana v. Rutgers -3.5 |
|
50-59 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 41 m |
Show
|
Indiana/Rutgers 7:00: Pikiell doing a great job making Rutgers a legitimate relevant team in the Big 10. Rutgers has covered 8 straight games. They're coming off a SU loss at Illinois and should get back to their winning ways on their home floor. Rutgers plays great defense and fundamentally sound. Jacob Young is picking up his game substantially and that should carry over tonight. Indiana struggles on the Big 10 road with blowout losses at Wisconsin and Maryland. Rutgers the call.
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01-11-20 |
Texas Tech +5 v. West Virginia |
|
54-66 |
Loss |
-110 |
3 h 10 m |
Show
|
Texas Tech/West Virginia 6:00: Chris Beard's preparation is second to none. As Texas Tech is coming off a loss to #4 Baylor, Beard will have his men ready to handle Huggins' full court pressure and succeed. WV does have a smothering defense but Tech's defense is almost equally as good on paper and arguably better in real time action. Tech's Ramsey and Moretti offer a strong scoring punch while WV offense struggles to find rhythm too often. We'll look for Tech to keep them out of rhythm here. Tech is 9-1 ATS on the road off 3 or more home games, 9-1 ATS on Saturdays, and 4-1 ATS as a dog. Remember, December 10th the Red Raiders were 7' point dogs going in to then #1 Louisville and easily pulled off the upset. We'll roll with TT.
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01-10-20 |
Maryland v. Iowa +1.5 |
|
49-67 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 56 m |
Show
|
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01-09-20 |
Minnesota v. Michigan State -12 |
|
58-74 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 21 m |
Show
|
Minnesota/Michigan State 9:00: Minnesota, coming off a good win against Northwestern, should experience trouble at this venue. Favorite and home team at 5-0 ATS/4-1 ATS respectively. Michigan State has amped up their game with back-to-back blowout wins against conference foes. Winston is now getting good support and their defense is clamping down. Michigan State 38-18 ATS vs teams with road winning % less than .400. We'll roll with #8 Michigan State which is finally living up to their pre-season billing.
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01-09-20 |
Memphis v. Wichita State -5.5 |
|
67-76 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 59 m |
Show
|
Memphis/Wichita State 7:00: Shockers did not have their usual NCAA Tournament team under HC Marshall last year; consequently, they got swept in this series even though it was competitive. Tonight, the Shockers have talent under always well prepared HC Marshall and had 4 days to prep for this double revenge game. Shockers have great balance this year in perimeter shooters Etienne and Stevenson plus inside force Echenique; in addition, quality depth. Memphis, on the other hand, was rolling at #22 in polls until a lackluster effort at home vs Georgia. Memphis, comprised of mostly talented freshmen and sophomores under Hardaway, sport a 1-4-1 ATS off 3 or more home games. It will be tough for them to deliver in this venue in which the Shockers are undefeated.
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01-09-20 |
College of Charleston -8.5 v. Elon |
Top |
73-65 |
Loss |
-110 |
3 h 43 m |
Show
|
COFC/Elon 7:00: Elon struggling in the Colonial Athletic Association while College of Charleston rolling. Elon, 4-12 SU, relying on Sheffield II to supply the motherlode of points for the Phoenix while getting little help from anyone else; consequently, they're 249th in the nation scoring points (68.6 PPG) yet bad defensively as well (270th in nation allowing 72.8 PPG). That's a recipe for disaster as they host a team that's handled itself on the road. Cougars are 6-1 ATS on the road and 5-0 ATS off a SU win. Defensively, they're not great but guard the perimeter well (allow 29%). We'll look for the Cougars to keep it rolling here.
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01-08-20 |
Oklahoma v. Texas -2 |
|
72-62 |
Loss |
-105 |
19 h 3 m |
Show
|
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01-08-20 |
St. John's +4 v. Georgetown |
|
66-87 |
Loss |
-108 |
17 h 48 m |
Show
|
St. John's/Georgetown 6:30: Both teams started off on fire but only one is showing promise. St. John's had some big victories early and most recently went to Arizona to claim an outright as a double-digit dog. They remained competitive in the Big East with covers at Xavier and Butler and hungry for that first conference win. They should get it at Georgetown tonight. Georgetown endured blowout back-to-back defeats in the Big East road after a strong non-conference ledger. Hoyas look dazed and confused and give up easy buckets from the perimeter; consequently, we'll look for the Red Storm to break out of their perimeter shooting slump tonight. SJ's Coach Anderson has his men forcing turnovers (13th in nation). With the Hoyas sloppy in play and 1-4 ATS off a SU loss, we'll look for the road team (3-1-1 ATS in series) to deliver here.
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01-07-20 |
Villanova v. Creighton -1.5 |
|
64-59 |
Loss |
-115 |
4 h 6 m |
Show
|
Villanova/Creighton 9:00: Both teams coming off losses but Creighton should have the edge here. They're 10-0 on their home floor and respond well off losses at 4-0 ATS. Villanova got worked vs Marquette on the 4th and it won't be easy walking into this venue with the vengeful Blue Jays eager to make up for getting swept last year in this series. Their came a time in recent history when McDermott had the horses to run Villanova out of the gym. Tonight, Creighton has those perimeter marksmen including Zegarowski who can get hot. The Blue Jays were stone cold at Butler on the 4th but should get it together tonight in their comfortable confines. Villanova just 1-9-1 ATS as a traveler and 1-8 ATS on the road vs a team with a home winning % above .600. Creighton has some good wins including Texas Tech, Nebraska, OK, Arizona State and Marquette on their resume. We'll look for them to knock off #16 Villanova tonight.
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01-07-20 |
Penn State v. Rutgers +2 |
|
61-72 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 41 m |
Show
|
|
12-25-19 |
Clippers +2 v. Lakers |
|
111-106 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 37 m |
Show
|
Clippers/Lakers 8:05: Rematch from opening day tilt 65 days ago. Clippers went on to win as the Clippers Leonard came up huge. Tonight, the big guns on both teams should be in full force unlike on opening day when Kuzma for the Lakers and George for the Clippers were out. I still like the Clippers today getting a bucket. Clippers is in better rhythm now and they're 20-7 ATS off a SU loss. They're also 5-1 ATS off 2 days rest and they're 5-0 ATS in this series. Lakers coming off 3 straight losses and on an 0-5 ATS slide. And they're 4-9 ATS off a SU loss of 10+. I'm sure LeBron and AD will play despite reported injuries but not sure they're in the rhythm they were in earlier in the season. Clippers the call.
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12-19-19 |
Rockets v. Clippers -4.5 |
|
122-117 |
Loss |
-115 |
21 h 22 m |
Show
|
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12-19-19 |
Hofstra +2 v. Princeton |
|
87-72 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 41 m |
Show
|
Hofstra/Princeton 7:00: Both teams coming off wins but at different intervals. Hofstra delivered a win at home over Stonybrook on the 10th whereas Princeton is coming off an OT win at Iona on the 15th. Princeton can score but must outgun them on a account of poor defense. The Tigers allow a generous 77.1 PPG on 50% shooting! As a matter of fact, they're 3-0 when they score 77+ and 0-7 when they don't hit the 76 point mark. Hofstra is not the greatest defensive team but more sound on that end of the floor. The senior laden Pride which gets 74% of their scoring from seniors: Ray, Coburn, Pemberton and their star G Buie. The Pride is 16-7 ATS on the road and let's not forget that November 21st won outright at UCLA. We'll grab the bucket and the Pride.
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12-18-19 |
Alabama -8.5 v. Samford |
|
105-87 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 24 m |
Show
|
Alabama/Samford 7:30: At first glance, Samford seems like a play; after all, they're undefeated at home and now getting points from a team that struggles on the road. A second glance though reveals that Samford's home floor is merely an hour from Tuscaloosa. Alabama plans to have a good fan base here that Coach Oats has captured. And 'Tide still has the talent strength to the Bulldogs. Sure, Sharkey is talented and trouble but Alabama goes nine qaulity deep despite early season talent losses to injuries. Tide starting to find their groove in the Nate Oats' system. They cut back significantly on turnovers in last game at Penn State almost upsetting them to go on a 5-1 ATS tear. Samford, however, is coming off a blowout at Hawaii on the 15th. And surely, teams coming back from Hawaii will feel the jet lag, among other things. Tide should deliver here.
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12-17-19 |
Florida -5 v. Providence |
|
83-51 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 56 m |
Show
|
Florida/Providence 7:00: This one is set at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY and I'm going with the Gators here. They're coming off a loss to #19 Butler and Coach White wasn't happy pointing out the immaturity of his team. I heard that message before and it should be a wake up call for the Gators; after all, they do have a signature win this season over Xavier so they're definitely capable of delivering here. Providence, on the other hand, is a shaky 1-8 ATS despite being handed a light schedule. The Friars do have a dangerous backcourt in Duke and Pipkins but overall, Gators much deeper and talented. Gators 6-1 ATS as a neutral floor favorite and we'll lay a little wood here.
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12-14-19 |
Syracuse +3 v. Georgetown |
|
79-89 |
Loss |
-109 |
10 h 14 m |
Show
|
Syracuse/Georgetown 1:00: Georgetown, already lost Gardner and Alexander, now down to 7 scholarship players after the latest incident involving LeBlanc and Akinjo. Probably not directly going to come in to play in this game, but the depth will later in the year. For now, it's bad for the program. In this series, the road team has gone 10-2 ATS and the dog 8-3 ATS. Boeheim has his zone defense gradually working in to a disruptive force, forcing turnovers and creating points off it. Georgetown is turnover prone (16.7 per game) and should fall victim here. We'll look for Hughes and company to deliver the goods.
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12-14-19 |
Oregon +3.5 v. Michigan |
|
71-70 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 38 m |
Show
|
Oregon/Michigan Noon: Oregon has been a dangerous road team under Altman for years. The Ducks have covered 10 of their last 11 road games and were extremely competitive this season going 3-1 ATS against the likes of Memphis (W), Seton Hall (W), Gonzaga (OT) and a narrow loss at UNC. Sure, Oregon has a few players that will sit out but depth is there and Altman know how to use his bench. We'll look for Pritchard and company to keep it tight for the Michigan defense (173rd in nation) will allow the Ducks to stay in it.
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12-13-19 |
Nebraska v. Indiana -16 |
|
90-96 |
Loss |
-111 |
19 h 29 m |
Show
|
Nebraska/Indiana 8:00: At first glance, Nebraska seems to be the call; after all, they beat them outright last year on Indiana's home floor and have Fred Hoiberg, who had success years ago at Iowa State, now running the show. With a closer look, however, we see that Nebraska hasn't beaten a good team yet and the cupboard was left bare for Hoiberg in terms of quality recruits. The 'Huskers are poor defensively and worse - ridiculously bad on the defensive boards (next to last in NCAA Division 1A) and a pathetic free throw shooting team at 56%. Therefore, if they don't outscore their opponent, they most likely won't win. That doesn't bode well against the vengeful Hoosiers. Indiana is gradually getting back their early season scoring prowess as they get healthy. Hoosiers are a strong boarding team (9th in the nation) and can put points on the board (81 PPG). They're 5-1 ATS at home and 5-2 ATS on Fridays. Hoosiers should roll.
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12-12-19 |
76ers v. Celtics +1.5 |
|
115-109 |
Loss |
-107 |
5 h 45 m |
Show
|
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12-11-19 |
Wisconsin v. Rutgers -2 |
|
65-72 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 37 m |
Show
|
Wisconsin/Rutgers 7:00: Rutgers no joke at home. A good scoring mix lead by Harper Jr., Johnson and Baker. And they've got some juice coming off the bench with Yeboah and Young. Rutgers off a pair of tough road losses including Sunday staying within the number at Michigan State. Wisconsin, on the other hand, is feeling pretty good about themselves off a blowout over Indiana; however, they struggle to generate offense on the road and ranked 256th offensively. Rutgers can D UP at home and I like them here. Home team in this series is 5-1 ATS. Rutgers the call.
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12-10-19 |
Maryland v. Penn State +2 |
|
69-76 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 5 m |
Show
|
Maryland/Penn State 7:00: This series has been home dominant with the home team winning outright the last 5 times. Penn State has a strong floor and a veteran team coming off a blowout loss to a very good team in Ohio State. Penn State was in that game (trailing by single digits with 14 minutes left) until their star - Lamar Stevens fouled out. Penn State goes when Stevens goes. He does have a good surrounding cast that should keep Cowan and company in check. Maryland came back from the dead to win their last game at Illinois. Maryland won't have an easy time here. We'll grab the bucket.
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12-06-19 |
Clippers +4.5 v. Bucks |
|
91-119 |
Loss |
-110 |
4 h 41 m |
Show
|
Clippers/Bucks 8:35: Bucks have been on a roll but this is their first big challenge in a while and Los Angeles should be up for it. Clippers, off since Tuesday, are 4-0 ATS on 2+ days rest and won 11 of the last 16 in this series. Clippers Leonard (knee) should be good to go and has a hot supporting cast to enter this one. Harrell and Patterson have been picking up their game of late to add support to George, Leonard and Williams. Bucks' Greek Freak having an MVP caliber year and he's well supported, but Clippers should keep it tight in a game they're up for.
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12-03-19 |
Duke +6.5 v. Michigan State |
|
87-75 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 57 m |
Show
|
Duke/Michigan State 9:30: Neither team is making money for anybody this season for both teams overpriced early; however, Duke's Coach K is dangerous as a dog as once again demonstrated with their 11/5 win over Kansas as a 2' point pup. Moreover, Coach K has virtually owned Izzo on a 7-1 SU run and he's still stewing over the one point loss in the NCAA's at the end of March. Duke won't have their third leading scorer Cassius Stanley (hamstring) but Baker and a host of talent can surely fill in. Sure, Michigan State's PG Winston is a game changer but Duke has a pretty great PG of their own in Tre Jones. And C Carey Jr. can measure up to Michigan State's big man Tillman. Duke is 10-3 ATS vs the Big Ten and you can always expect a Coach K team to play at maximum effort in these marquee games. Duke the call.
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12-03-19 |
Pistons v. Cavs +3.5 |
|
127-94 |
Loss |
-115 |
3 h 22 m |
Show
|
Detroit/Cleveland 7:05: Detroit feeling pretty good about themselves after their home blowout win over San Antonio. And the public has reacted positively too labeling Detroit as the overwhelming bet tonight. However, if you step back and look at the Pistons recent history, you don't want to be laying points on the road with this team. They're 1-5 ATS on the road vs teams with a winning percentage below .400. They've covered once out of seven times in Cleveland, and they're 0-3-1 ATS following a win of 10 or more points. Sure, Beilein's boys are taking it on the chin but his young bunch is showing signs of improvement. Cleveland covered at home in their last game vs Milwaukee and PG Garland stepping up his game. Cleveland 20-7 ATS vs teams below .400 and we'll take the points here.
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11-27-19 |
Magic v. Cavs +1.5 |
|
116-104 |
Loss |
-110 |
2 h 60 m |
Show
|
Magic/Cavs 7:05: Orlando has not won a game on the road this season (0-7 SU) and should not be laying anything as a traveler; especially without Vucevic (ankle) and even Gordon (ankle). Cavaliers' Clarkson and Sexton buying into Beilein's system and this should be a good test for them. And with Nance Jr. filling in well for Love (back), we'll look for the Cavaliers to notch a home win. Cavaliers 20-7-1 ATS vs team below .400. Cav's 2-0 SU at home in this series. With the dog at 7-1 ATS in this series, grab the Cavaliers.
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11-27-19 |
Dayton v. Kansas -3.5 |
|
84-90 |
Win
|
100 |
1 h 33 m |
Show
|
Dayton/Kansas 5:00: Dayton a dangerous team with Obi Toppin shooting an astounding 72.3% from the field and can knock down the 3. However, Kansas can offset his effort with big man Azubuike. And Kansas has a better balanced backcourt led by Dotson. Kansas defense much more sound and that ultimately will be the decision maker. Self is a successful tournament coach whereas his counterpart - Grant - never got his teams to the NCAA Sweet 16. Kansas the call.
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11-26-19 |
Clippers v. Mavs +2 |
|
114-99 |
Loss |
-115 |
5 h 44 m |
Show
|
|
11-26-19 |
Wichita State -3.5 v. South Carolina |
|
70-47 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 42 m |
Show
|
|
11-21-19 |
Blazers v. Bucks -13 |
|
129-137 |
Loss |
-107 |
5 h 27 m |
Show
|
Blazers/Bucks 8:05: Blazers have not fared well in this series and currently not playing good basketball; consequently, that's a recipe for disaster against one of the hottest teams in the NBA. Blazers' Stotts said, "I liked what I saw" with new addition Carmelo Anthony on the floor. Does he realize they were outscored by 20 when he was on the floor? Without Lillard, Blazers should continue to struggle. On the other hand, Giannis and Bledsoe should continue to light it up.
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11-15-19 |
76ers v. Thunder +3 |
|
119-127 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 14 m |
Show
|
76ers/Thunder 8:05: Thunder has a brief history of responding favorably off a blowout loss of 10+ points at 4-0 ATS. They're also 4-0 ATS on 2 days rest and had time to prep for a 76ers team that probably will be without Embiid (knee soreness). And the 76ers have not had success in Oklahoma City at 1-4 ATS. We'll take the points.
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11-15-19 |
Spurs v. Magic -3.5 |
|
109-111 |
Loss |
-106 |
18 h 37 m |
Show
|
Spurs/Magic 7:05: Spurs struggling to find their game in a 1-5 SU/ATS funk. Defensively, they're in the bottom tier of the NBA; as a matter of fact, the past three games, they've yielded 135, 113,129 respectively! And Wednesday, they shot a poor 17% from the perimeter in getting blown out in Minnesota. Now they go into a confident Orlando arena where the Magic come off a big win over Philadelphia. Orlando is the #1 defense in the NBA. Sure, they're in the bottom tier offensively, but now learning to translate defensive stops into offensive buckets. Their offense is picking up a bit as Vucevic and Gordon are getting some good support. Even former #1 pick Fultz contributing well. Orlando 7-2 ATS after scoring 100+ and they're 15-7-1 ATS in their last 26 home games. Spurs a money burning 1-11-1 ATS after allowing 125+. Orlando the call.
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11-13-19 |
Warriors v. Lakers -8 |
|
94-120 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 41 m |
Show
|
Warriors/Lakers 10:05: Warriors' HC finding out what life in the NBA is without star power. He's got former Laker G Russell as virtually is only weapon now. And the Warriors' defensively are in the bottom tier in the NBA allowing a whopping 122 PPG. They'll continue to take their lumps here vs the rebuilt Lakers. Lakers getting healthier as Rondo back in the fray to add to an already dangerous veteran lineup.
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11-13-19 |
Clippers +2.5 v. Rockets |
Top |
93-102 |
Loss |
-104 |
3 h 8 m |
Show
|
Clippers/Rockets 7:35: Leonard not satisfied with an NBA Championship as he's come out of the gate strong along with his mates. Already taking out the Lakers and Raptors, Clippers eyeing another NBA heavyweight and should dispatch them. Houston 0-4 ATS vs teams above .600 while Los Angeles is 5-1 ATS in the same role; as a matter of fact, Houston is 0-4 ATS vs winning teams - period! Clippers have gone 4-1 ATS in Houston and should deliver.
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11-11-19 |
Raptors +10 v. Clippers |
|
88-98 |
Push |
0 |
9 h 12 m |
Show
|
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11-07-19 |
Heat +1.5 v. Suns |
|
124-108 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 42 m |
Show
|
Heat/Suns 9:05: Suns a perfect 7-0 ATS but the money flow should come to a screeching halt here. Devin Booker has been playing out of his mind averaging 26 PPG and Monday dropped 40 on Philadelphia. We'll look for him to run out of gas as cagey coach Spoelstra will find a way to slow him down and force the other average shooting Suns to beat them. Miami, coming off a loss at Denver, is 5-2 SU too. The Heat have gone 16-2 SU in this series. Sure, Nunn is struggling but Miami is well balanced with Butler and Winslow easily able to catch fire. Miami the call.
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11-06-19 |
Knicks v. Pistons -3.5 |
|
102-122 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 54 m |
Show
|
Knicks/Pistons 7:05: Even with all the Pistons injury problems, they should deliver here. Knicks still have a dreadful offense (29th in NBA @ 99.6 PPG) and Barrett hitting a stretch of 17 of 48 from floor. Detroit getting good backcourt work from reserves Kennard and Brown. Detroit is 4-1 ATS in this series. Defensive minded HC Casey should find a way to keep NY's offense stagnant. Detroit 8-2 ATS at home vs teams with winning % less than .400. We'll lay a few buckets with Detroit, eager to get back in the win column.
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11-05-19 |
Lakers -7 v. Bulls |
|
118-112 |
Loss |
-108 |
6 h 27 m |
Show
|
|
11-01-19 |
Bucks -4.5 v. Magic |
|
123-91 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 27 m |
Show
|
|
10-29-19 |
Hawks +8 v. Heat |
|
97-112 |
Loss |
-100 |
19 h 52 m |
Show
|
Atlanta/Miami 7:35: Good value with the Hawks after coming up short yesterday at home vs Philly. Hawks are now 3-0 ATS on the year and should cover here in Miami; after all, Hawks have covered 4 straight in this series and 3-0 ATS in Miami. A short flight shouldn't be troublesome for the Hawks. Too early to get fatigued in back-to-back games. Hawks are 4-1 ATS unrested as well. Sure, the Heat will unleash Jimmy Butler for his season debut. But the chemistry could be altered a bit. Heat rookie Nunn is lighting it up. Anyway, Heat just 1-5 ATS vs a team with a winning road record and they've had trouble on Tuesday (2-9 ATS). We'll look for Young and company to hang around.
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10-23-19 |
Celtics +5 v. 76ers |
|
93-107 |
Loss |
-105 |
18 h 1 m |
Show
|
Celtics/76ers 7:35: Like this matchup despite the height differential favoring Philadelphia. Of course, Sixers are now in control of Horford to pair with Embiid and Simmons. But Celtics have a bit of speed and shooting advantage with newly acquired Walker (formerly New Orleans), Haywood, Tatum and Brown. Jury will be out on Josh Richardson replacing J.J. Redick. Celtics 5-1 ATS at Philadelphia and like them here.
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06-07-19 |
Raptors v. Warriors -4.5 |
|
105-92 |
Loss |
-103 |
20 h 36 m |
Show
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Raptors/Warriors 9:07: Was all over the Raptors in Game 1 and 3 but will side with the incumbent champs here. Klay Thompson (hamstring) makes a big difference in the smooth operation of their offense. And Cousins, who had a strong Game 2 but sluggish G3, is due to step up his game. Meanwhile, not sure Lowry, Gasol and Green can sustain their high level of play. They've shown their share of inconsistencies in the playoffs. Warriors the call.
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06-05-19 |
Raptors +4.5 v. Warriors |
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123-109 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 43 m |
Show
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Raptors/Warriors 9:07: Dog 5-1 ATS in this series and we'll ride the dog here. GS with a number of key players either out or hobbling. Durant (calf) and key reserve Looney (clavicle) out. Iggy is hobbling and Thompson (hamstring) is limited. Cousins had a great Game 2 but he's still not in basketball shape to play at a fast full court pace the Raptors want to be in. We'll look for some support for Leonard with Siakam getting back in his playoff groove while needing Gasol and Lowry to add something. Toronto the call.
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06-02-19 |
Warriors +2 v. Raptors |
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109-104 |
Win
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100 |
16 h 9 m |
Show
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Warriors/Raptors 8:07: Just when you think the Warriors are on the ropes, they usually respond favorably with a knockout. To a degree, they're an NBA version of the New England Patriots. Sure, Durant is out again, Curry carried them as best as he could in Game 1, and lackluster bench play eventually shot them down; however, Warriors don't panic and most likely will turn up their game here. They're 7-3 ATS off a SU loss and 12-5 ATS off an ATS loss. Green and Thompson should significantly step up tonight. And Curry should continue his hot post-season run. And most importantly, someone off the Warriors' bench should emerge as a scoring threat like so many times before. Warriors and the bucket the call.
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05-25-19 |
Bucks +2.5 v. Raptors |
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94-100 |
Loss |
-105 |
18 h 23 m |
Show
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Bucks/Raptors 8:30: Bucks have been resilient for most of the season at 21-6 ATS off a SU loss. Milwaukee is equipped with bona fide star Giannis with Middleton and Bledsoe as his well schooled supporting stars. And Mirotic, who averaged 15 PPG, is overdue to get back on track after a poor showing Thursday. As for Toronto, Leonard is clearly carrying the Raptors with occasional breakouts from Van Vleet and Lowry; however, Siakam is the only consistent big-time supporting player. Milwaukee is 10-4 ATS on the road against a team with a home winning % above .600 and 20-8-1 ATS on 1 day rest. With the dog at 9-3 ATS in this series, Bucks should take it to Game 7.
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05-23-19 |
Raptors v. Bucks -7 |
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105-99 |
Loss |
-109 |
5 h 23 m |
Show
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05-21-19 |
Bucks -3 v. Raptors |
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102-120 |
Loss |
-106 |
9 h 55 m |
Show
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05-20-19 |
Warriors -3.5 v. Blazers |
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119-117 |
Loss |
-105 |
18 h 10 m |
Show
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05-19-19 |
Bucks +2.5 v. Raptors |
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112-118 |
Loss |
-109 |
15 h 30 m |
Show
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Bucks/Raptors 7:05: Raptors inability to find closing help for Leonard will lead to their demise. Bucks have that extra juice in the 3rd and 4th quarter. Bucks 6-1 ATS as a dog in this spread range whereas the Raptors are a poor 3-7 as a slight favorite. Bucks also can handle prosperity well going 24-7-1 ATS following a 10+ victory. They've also covered 4 straight in Toronto. Bucks the call.
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05-17-19 |
Raptors +6.5 v. Bucks |
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103-125 |
Loss |
-107 |
5 h 6 m |
Show
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Toronto/Milwaukee 8:35: In Game 1, Raptors played an outstanding 3 quarters of basketball but couldn't close in the 4th. Look for their HC Nurse to use his bench a bit more wisely and preserve Leonard, who was gassed in final quarter of Game 1, so that he will be able to do what he's capable of doing - closing. And finally confidence in booming in Lowry who broke out of his post-season misery. I don't anticipate Lopez sustaining his excellence; after all, that comes once in a great while for him. Road team 7-1 ATS in this series and Raptors have been a successful road team this whole season at 29-18 ATS. We'll take the points.
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05-16-19 |
Blazers +7.5 v. Warriors |
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111-114 |
Win
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100 |
21 h 36 m |
Show
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05-15-19 |
Raptors +6 v. Bucks |
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100-108 |
Loss |
-100 |
19 h 13 m |
Show
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Raptors/Bucks 8:30: Good matchup but ultimately Game 1 comes down to a bit of staleness from the well rested Bucks. Milwaukee just 4-14-1 ATS following 3+ days rest. Toronto is riding momentum off buzzer beater and hungry. Road team in this series 7-1 ATS and Toronto has covered 4 of 5 in Milwaukee. And with the dog 7-0 ATS in this series, we'll look for Leonard and company to hang around in Game 1.
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05-14-19 |
Blazers +8 v. Warriors |
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94-116 |
Loss |
-115 |
21 h 47 m |
Show
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Blazers/Warriors 9:00: Good opportunity for Portland in Game 1 without Durant. Blazers' McCollum playing at a high level and surely Lillard is bound to get it going, perhaps tonight. Moreover, Kanter is doing a great job filling injured Nurkic role. We'll look for the Blazers' bench to continue to pick it up with Curry, Collins and hopefully Hood (knee) to get a lions share of minutes. Warriors have not been good off wins at 2-7 ATS and recently sluggish closers at home at 1-4 ATS. Value with Blazers tonight.
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05-12-19 |
76ers v. Raptors -6 |
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90-92 |
Loss |
-105 |
15 h 21 m |
Show
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05-10-19 |
Warriors v. Rockets -7 |
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118-113 |
Loss |
-105 |
5 h 21 m |
Show
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Warriors/Rockets 9:00: Warriors were having trouble covering on the road with Durant (2-5 ATS last 7); tonight, they go into a dominant venue, where the Rockets have covered 10 of their last 11, without their leading playoff scorer and rebounder. Sure, Looney, Livingston, McKinnie and Jerebko are good players; however, they're nowhere near the caliber of Kevin Durant. And considering that Durant has been the most effective defensive stopper against Harden, it will be mighty tough for Golden State to stay in this one. Moreover, Houston's best defender P.J. Tucker - who has been the most effective of all Rockets guarding Durant, can now be freed up to stop the next most dangerous weapon - Curry. Rockets take it to Game 7.
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05-09-19 |
Raptors v. 76ers +2.5 |
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101-112 |
Win
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100 |
5 h 46 m |
Show
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Toronto/76ers 8:05: Line shift a bit too much here with value on the home team. Even though Toronto has taken control of the series, the last time Toronto played in Philly, they were 2 1/2 point dogs; now, they've become 2 1/2 point favorites over the course of two games! Sure, Embiid is a bit banged up and dragging the team down with multitude of little injuries; however, the Sixers still have an All-Star lineup. We'll look for Redick and Simmons to step up and help Butler out. Home team 8-3 ATS in this series; furthermore, Philly is 5-2 ATS in this dog price range while Toronto has struggled as a small favorite in this price range at 3-6 ATS. 76ers the call.
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05-08-19 |
Rockets +6 v. Warriors |
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99-104 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 14 m |
Show
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05-08-19 |
Celtics +8.5 v. Bucks |
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91-116 |
Loss |
-104 |
4 h 1 m |
Show
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Celtics/Bucks 8:05: Celtics have too much talent and pride to let this series go quickly. Celtics have to get more from their bench. Hayward, Smart and Rozier gave very little point production in Game 4. We'll look for a more collective effort here. Celtics 4-0 ATS off a double-digit loss at home. They've covered 6 of their last 7 on the road and sport a strong 10-4 ATS in Milwaukee. Now is the time to take the points.
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05-07-19 |
Blazers +5 v. Nuggets |
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98-124 |
Loss |
-102 |
6 h 23 m |
Show
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Blazers/Nuggets 10:35: Been hammering the Nuggets in this series but with the dog and road team at 4-1 ATS, taking the points here. Lillard overdue to get untracked from perimeter and Kanter should step up after an off game Sunday. Nuggets a middle of the road defensive team which leaves lanes open for Lillard and McCollum to capitalize on. As great as Jokic is, his foot speed a step slow to react to moves from Kanter and or as a weakside defender. We'll take the points.
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05-07-19 |
76ers +6.5 v. Raptors |
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89-125 |
Loss |
-110 |
4 h 31 m |
Show
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76ers/Raptors 7:20: With arguably the best starting 5 in the Eastern Conference, the potential has to start showing for the 76ers. Leonard has proven to be unstoppable but his supporting cast should not be allowed to beat Philadelphia. 76ers have responded well off straight up losses at 4-0 ATS. We'll look for a tight one.
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05-06-19 |
Bucks v. Celtics -1.5 |
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113-101 |
Loss |
-109 |
18 h 53 m |
Show
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Bucks/Celtics 7:05: Greek Freak was driving to the hole too easily while Boston's defense had poor positioning and slow feet. Look for Brad Stevens to has his men do a better job cutting off those lanes, especially in the 3rd quarter when Giannis heats up. And surely the return of Marcus Smart will help bring energy to the Celtics on both ends of the floor. We'll need Irving to have a big game. Celtics the call.
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05-05-19 |
Raptors v. 76ers -1.5 |
|
101-96 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 56 m |
Show
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Toronto/Philadelphia 3:35: 76ers, arguably equipped with the most talented lineup in the Eastern Conference, is starting to live up to its potential. As for Toronto, Leonard doing great but getting little from his supporting cast. And now that Siakam (calf) is out for this game, I seriously doubt there is another PF who can adequately take his place. 76ers should continue to roll here.
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05-04-19 |
Warriors v. Rockets -3 |
|
121-126 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 57 m |
Show
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Warriors/Rockets 8:35: Rockets overdue to get a win in this series and it should come here. So far the Rockets have been very competitive in trading blows with the Warriors. Rockets are comfortable at home where they've covered 8 of their last 9. Golden State, on the other hand, has not covered two straight in a month - span of 12 games. We'll look for the Rockets to deliver here.
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05-03-19 |
Nuggets +4 v. Blazers |
|
137-140 |
Win
|
100 |
21 h 25 m |
Show
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Denver/Portland 10:35: Denver crapped out in the 2nd Quarter of Game 2 and it cost them. We'll look for a much better concerted efforted tonight. Denver is 5-2 ATS in Portland. Jokic is too good of a player to be contained. Look for him to do more of what he did in Game 1 with crisp passes and dominant iso in the low block. Murray (thigh) should be good to go. Not sold on Portland, collectively, as a finisher.
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05-03-19 |
Bucks v. Celtics -2 |
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123-116 |
Loss |
-106 |
19 h 18 m |
Show
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Bucks/Celtics 8:05: Bucks are a dangerous team when allowed to play with pace and run the floor. Middleton, Bledsoe and Giannis can light it up when given open lanes. We'll look for Celtics' HC Stevens to do a much better job of stopping dribble penetration at this location. Milwaukee just 1-6 ATS in Boston. Rarely does a superstar have back-to-back bad games. Look for Irving to turn it up several notches here.
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05-01-19 |
Blazers v. Nuggets -4 |
|
97-90 |
Loss |
-105 |
7 h 49 m |
Show
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Blazers/Nuggets 9:05: Blazers were sloppy with the ball and poor execution down the stretch. And Denver HC Malone was surely not happy with Lillard's dribble penetration and open looks. We'll look for Denver to clean things up on the defensive end. And the Blazers have no answer for Jokic whose versatility is killing them. Sure, Kanter had 26 points despite a shoulder injury but only has so much left in the tank. Blazers are now 1-4-1 ATS in Denver and I still see them falling short here again.
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04-29-19 |
Blazers v. Nuggets -3.5 |
|
113-121 |
Win
|
100 |
21 h 24 m |
Show
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Blazers/Nuggets 10:35: Really impressed with Jokic. He is a bona fide superstar and arguably the best big man in the game. He has an inside and outside game, great hands, excellent passer and rebounder; moreover, he plays defense and leads the team in steals! Portland's Kanter (separated shoulder) has no chance of stopping him. Portland will have to double him but he can easily kick it out or throw a precision pass to a backdoor cut. Denver's backcourt of Murray and Harris doing a fine job and shouldn't take a backseat to Lilard and McCollum. Denver's gotten the best of this series and I don't see the Blazers coming in to this arena and stealing one. Denver the call.
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04-29-19 |
76ers v. Raptors -6.5 |
|
94-89 |
Loss |
-105 |
20 h 47 m |
Show
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76ers/Raptors 8:05: As anticipated, Leonard went off at home playing like the big time player he is. And as I mentioned previously, Siakam is huge in the supporting role putting extensive stress on the 76ers' defense that is not that good to begin with. 76ers have trouble in Toronto, now losing 14 straight there; furthermore, I don't see an improvement from them tonight. Toronto is a momentum team at 8-2 ATS following a 10+ point victory. Toronto the call.
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04-28-19 |
Rockets +6 v. Warriors |
|
100-104 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 7 m |
Show
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Rockets/Warriors 3:35: Rockets gave the Warriors a serious run for the money in last year's playoffs, won the regular season series, and, unlike last year, come in with a healthy Chris Paul and Capela. Golden State, on the other hand, is coming off a surprisingly hard fought series vs the Clippers. Thompson and Curry suffered sprained ankles on Friday. And depth is not the greatest with Cousins out throughout playoffs. GS has been overvalued most of the year at home and managed to lose two games SU at home to the Clippers in the quarterfinals. One of the drawbacks from Houston being a Top Play here is the fact that they're not a good well rested team going 1-5 ATS on 3+ days rest. However, road team has covered 4 of last 5 in this series and like the chemistry Houston has established down the stretch. Houston the call.
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04-28-19 |
Celtics +7.5 v. Bucks |
|
112-90 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 29 m |
Show
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04-27-19 |
76ers v. Raptors -6.5 |
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95-108 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 58 m |
Show
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76ers/Raptors 7:35: 76ers, after a sluggish Game 1 vs Brooklyn, turned up the offensive volume over their last 4 games and delivered the knockout. However, don't see them outpacing Toronto, at least on this floor today. Toronto is well schooled on the defensive end and can run the floor with the best of the Eastern Conference teams. Now that Toronto PF Siakam has emerged as a major offensive weapon, offensive pressure taken off Leonard, and to a lesser degree - Lowry. 76ers do not play well in Toronto. They've lost 13 straight there! We'll roll with Toronto today.
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04-25-19 |
Nuggets v. Spurs -2.5 |
Top |
103-120 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 25 m |
Show
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Nuggets/Spurs 8:05: Spurs with their backs against the wall should rise to the occasion. Spurs unlikely to lose three straight and should make the needed adjustments. DeRozan should stay out of foul trouble here and Derrick White should break out of his slump. And Popovich should have his guys clog lanes better to stop dribble penetration from Murray and keep big bods on Jokic. Spurs a solid 6-3 ATS in this favorite price role.
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04-24-19 |
Jazz v. Rockets -8 |
|
93-100 |
Loss |
-103 |
20 h 41 m |
Show
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04-23-19 |
Spurs +5.5 v. Nuggets |
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90-108 |
Loss |
-100 |
21 h 51 m |
Show
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04-22-19 |
Rockets -2.5 v. Jazz |
|
91-107 |
Loss |
-108 |
21 h 23 m |
Show
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Rockets/Jazz 10:35: Utah had its chance in Game 3 but failed to execute down the stretch. Mitchell scored 34 points but got little help from supporting cast. And Ingles is a poor 4 of 17 from 3 point range in this series. On the other hand, Harden starts 0-15 but got good support from Capela and Paul. Harden eventually got back on track and delivered down the stretch. Tonight, Rockets can play relaxed and roll.
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04-21-19 |
Raptors v. Magic +5.5 |
|
107-85 |
Loss |
-105 |
16 h 34 m |
Show
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04-20-19 |
Bucks -8.5 v. Pistons |
|
119-103 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 17 m |
Show
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04-20-19 |
Nuggets v. Spurs -3.5 |
|
117-103 |
Loss |
-109 |
16 h 36 m |
Show
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04-19-19 |
Celtics +3 v. Pacers |
|
104-96 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 46 m |
Show
|
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04-18-19 |
76ers v. Nets +3 |
|
131-115 |
Loss |
-109 |
20 h 12 m |
Show
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76ers/Nets 8:05: Nets a resilient team and surely not intimidated by Philadelphia. They held their own and then some in Philadelphia, only to make a few mistakes in the 3rd quarter of Game 2 to let the game get away from them. Tonight, different story in Brooklyn. 76ers not a great road team and sluggish off wins. Home team 5-2 ATS in this series. Atkinson should make the right adjustments and the Nets deliver.
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04-16-19 |
Thunder +2 v. Blazers |
|
94-114 |
Loss |
-108 |
22 h 53 m |
Show
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Thunder/Blazers 10:35: Thunder did not play well and nearly covered Game 1. Westbrook and Schroder were a combined 0 of 11 from beyond the arc. With a bit more accuracy, Thunder get it done. They've played this series well the entire season. Ex-Thunder - Kanter had a huge game in Game 1 but look for Donovan's boys to make the right adjustments tonight.
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04-15-19 |
Nets +8 v. 76ers |
|
123-145 |
Loss |
-108 |
19 h 36 m |
Show
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Nets/76ers 8:00: I was on the Nets in Game 1 and I'm staying on them here. Nets' backcourt play has been fabulous for most of the year and Russell and company made a smooth transition into the playoffs. Moreover, Atkinson using his bench superbly. On the other hand, Simmons continues to be a playoff bust and he didn't disappoint in Game 1. Refs did their best to give Philly the edge putting them on the foul line 42 times but Philly could only convert on 29. Brooklyn showed the maturity though hitting 24 of 26 from the free throw line. Nets now 7-1 ATS in last 8 road games and 5-1 ATS on Mondays. They're 5-2 ATS at Philadelphia and I'm taking the boat load of points again.
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04-14-19 |
Jazz +6.5 v. Rockets |
|
90-122 |
Loss |
-110 |
18 h 38 m |
Show
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04-14-19 |
Thunder +3.5 v. Blazers |
|
99-104 |
Loss |
-105 |
16 h 49 m |
Show
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Thunder/Blazers 3:30: Blazers not at 100% going into the playoffs and that doesn't bode well. Remember, Blazers are a money burning 7-24-2 ATS in this round. Portland will miss Nurkic (leg) and his 15.6 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 3.2 APG. And McCollum is still shaking off the rust after injury. OKC had their number this year and it will carry over here despite George struggling with a bad shoulder.
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04-13-19 |
Nets +5.5 v. 76ers |
|
111-102 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 12 m |
Show
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04-10-19 |
Heat +3.5 v. Nets |
|
94-113 |
Loss |
-109 |
18 h 56 m |
Show
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Heat/Nets 8:05: Nets Atkinson should rest some of his key components. Good chance Russell may sit or be limited. Nets secured playoff birth and more focused on rest than this game; on the other hand, last game for Heat - no postseason. Wade coming off a strong performance last night will try to go out a winner and, rest assured, should get good effort from supporting cast. Heat has been a solid road team (9-3 ATS), play well unrested (26-10-1 ATS), and have played well in Brooklyn (20-7 ATS). Heat the call.
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04-09-19 |
Nuggets v. Jazz -2.5 |
|
108-118 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 45 m |
Show
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04-08-19 |
Texas Tech +1.5 v. Virginia |
|
77-85 |
Loss |
-102 |
21 h 10 m |
Show
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Texas Tech/Virginia 9:20: Going to give the edge to Tech. Having Tariq Owens not at his best - with a swollen ankle from Saturday - is concerning though. The St. John's transfer has been a dominant force on both ends of the floor all season. His presence can help contain Virginia's excellent big men Diakite and Hunter. Fortunately Odiase is a huge rebounding and defensive presence as well. What I love about Texas Tech though, is their ability to shine with the next man up; for example, when Big 12 Player of the Year - Culver - was struggling bad for most of the game, Mooney stepped up with a career game. Everybody on TT has had their step-up moments in this tournament from Moretti to Francis. And HC Beard has emerged as one of the most detailed coaches in the game. He's bonded a group of transfers into an incredibly well schooled team. Not taking away anything from Virginia, I've been riding them all season, but Tech has a bit more hustle and flow to their game now. And I don't see Culver struggling two games in a row. Tech it is.
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04-06-19 |
Texas Tech +3 v. Michigan State |
|
61-51 |
Win
|
100 |
140 h 36 m |
Show
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Texas Tech/Michigan State 8:49: It's about time this Red Raiders' team gets respect. They're a legitimate heavyweight. Chris Beard has once again done an amazing job. He was a winner at every stop in his career and he clearly can match wits with Izzo, who will be in his 8th Final Four. Remember, Tech has suffocated each team they played in this tournament. They held an athletic and explosive Buffalo team to just 58 points. Next took on a white-hot Michigan team coming into the tournament and didn't just beat them, they destroyed them. Wolves could barely get a shot off. Tech followed up befuddling #1 seed Gonzaga, which had the #1 offense in the nation, holding them to a season low 69 points! There is no team in the nation as prepared the way Tech is. And they have a big time NBA lottery pick in Culver to wreak more havoc. Sure, Michigan State is tough and physical but Beard's frontline bunch led by Tariq Owens can hold their own and more. And let's not forget the hot clutch shooting of Moretti. Tech delivers.
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04-06-19 |
Auburn v. Virginia -5.5 |
|
62-63 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 3 m |
Show
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Auburn/Virginia 6:09: Auburn made a nice run and I ran with them; however, Virginia is another animal and it should end here. The Tigers' Okeke was huge throughout the season as a scorer, rebounder, defender. Sure, after Okeke went down with the knee injury midway through the game vs North Carolina, the Tigers were fueled by inspiration from their fallen teammate and it carried over vs Kentucky. Now that the well disciplined Cavaliers had nearly a week to set their game plan, Brown and Harper will have difficulty carrying the load. Virginia is very tough defending the perimeter (29% allowed), and Auburn virtually lived by the 3 all season. Remember, Okeke was a huge part of that. Take away that 12 points per game and 7 rebounds per game, Auburn should be handcuffed here. Virginia doesn't allow easy transition either. They're very sharp at burying 3's (7th in the nation) and get back defensively. They should be able to contain the speed of Brown and Harper. In halfcourt sets, Diakite is a beast and tough to challenge. Virginia should deliver comfortably.
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04-05-19 |
Heat -2 v. Wolves |
|
109-111 |
Loss |
-115 |
19 h 21 m |
Show
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Heat/T-Wolves 8:05: Heat in a must win game as they are 1/2 game behind Orlando for the 8th and final playoff spot. Heat have had success at Minnesota and should deliver. Dion Waiters has heated up (21 PPG last 6) and Wade usually has the juice for these vital games. Heat the call.
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