09-04-20 |
Rockets +6.5 v. Lakers |
Top |
112-97 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 53 m |
Show
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Really like Houston to make some noise in this series. They had a real tough series against the Thunder, but this is a veteran team and a hungry one. Plus, the Lakers are a tad bit overrated. And they haven’t often played to their potential in the Bubble. Not to mention they are often overrated by the oddsmakers. Houston has Westbrook back now, and he is getting back into the mix and should have a good series. And Harden won’t stay cold long. Houston is s veteran team, so we don’t see them having a hard time getting up for this matchup even though they just played in a real tough Game 7.
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09-03-20 |
Nuggets v. Clippers -9 |
|
97-120 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 17 m |
Show
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Denver gutted out a Game 7 win vs. Utah and they were literally inches from being sent home. They were already tired coming into this game (they managed only 80 points in Game 7) and they really laid it all on the line in that one. The Clippers dominated in their last two games in Dallas and they should have their full roster tonight as Pat Bev is expected to return. This team is rested and hungry. The Clips have won the last two meetings by double digits, and in this unique Bubble restart the Nugs got only one night off after their grueling Game 7 and we think they are in real trouble tonight in what should be a blowout by the favorite.
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09-03-20 |
Raptors v. Celtics UNDER 217 |
Top |
104-103 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 33 m |
Show
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The public is betting the over while the NBA is trending to the under in the Bubble. So the bookies are afraid to post totals too low. That is why we are still seeing value in the under here after Games 1 and 2 went under by about 30 points combined. And they oddsmakers just made a minimal adjustment to this line. Seven of eight games from Boston have gone under the posted total and four of five for Toronto. Game 3 is crucial here for both teams. The Raptors are toast if they lose this one. And Boston wants to finish this series quick, especially with the Bucks facing some real trouble in their series against Miami. We think both defenses, two of the best in the NBA that are playing in top form now, will rise to the occasion once again.
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09-02-20 |
Thunder v. Rockets UNDER 217.5 |
Top |
102-104 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 51 m |
Show
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The last two games have been defensive battles, and we see the same here tonight. There is really no precedent for play in the Bubble, but we saw last night for Utah/Denver Game 7 how things could go in a Game 7. These teams are tired. The Bubble is taking its toll with the protests and the games every other day. That game last night didn’t even crack 160. We don’t see this one being that low scoring, but we do think the defenses will lock down in this crucial game and that the offenses might be lagging as they haven’t been great lately and there’s a good chance they could take another step back tonight. The Thunder will have to rely on their defense to stay in the game, and we expect a close, low-scoring game in this one tonight.
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09-01-20 |
Jazz v. Nuggets |
Top |
78-80 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 40 m |
Show
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Denver seemingly took all the momentum in this series, but you can throw all that out the window as the season comes down to one game here. Despite the season records, we think Utah is a tad bit better as a team. Remember, like always this team got off to a slow start but started playing better as the season went on. We think they will come out focused and determined tonight and will advance to play the Clippers in Round 2. We really think their defense will step up and play one of the best games of the series on the defensive end.
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09-01-20 |
Celtics +1.5 v. Raptors |
|
102-99 |
Win
|
101 |
6 h 45 m |
Show
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Throw the regular season results out the window in this series. We think in this current climate that Boston is the better team and we had them favored in our handicapping in this series and we think they have a great chance to go up 2-0 tonight. Boston is playing some of their best basketball of the season in the bubble and they have won and covered in four of the last five meetings between these teams. We think they have the upper hand again here as they match up well with Toronto. Boston is the more confident team now and we think it shows on the court today.
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08-31-20 |
Heat v. Bucks UNDER 224 |
Top |
115-104 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 43 m |
Show
|
This series has a strong history for the under in recent meetings with six of the last eight meetings going under the posted total. The Heat are one of the better defensive clubs in the league, and they have been off for a week so they should have a lot of intensity to bring on the defensive end. We expect some great energy on that side of the ball as Miami wants to set the tone here in Game 1. The Bucks didn’t really get tested in their first series, but we think they will be here by the underrated Heat tonight. We think the bookies made a mistake on this Game 1 total.
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08-30-20 |
Clippers v. Mavs +10.5 |
Top |
111-97 |
Loss |
-101 |
3 h 21 m |
Show
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We were on the Rockets yesterday because we thought they benefited more from the boycott than did the Thunder. We think the same way about the Mavs today. The Clippers were at the center of a lot of the activity during the boycott. Coach Doc Rivers was center stage, and the Clippers reportedly were one of the teams, along with the Lakers, that wanted to end the season. They had the Mavs on the ropes after their big 40+-point win, and they looked primed to end this series. But now Dallas had a chance to reset. Luka Doncic had extra time to rest his ankle. Dallas will be without Porzingis likely for the rest of this series. But they have become used to playing without him, and Doncic is the type of player, like Curry for Golden State, who elevates the play of the guys around him. We think this game will be similar to the Lakers game last night where a Damian Lillard-less Portland stayed within 10 and covered the number. The Lakers were the other team that reportedly wanted to end the season, and its stars were front and center during the boycott. But in this Clippers game we have the biggest spread of the series, and we think it’s an overreaction to that Game 5 result.
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08-29-20 |
Thunder v. Rockets -4.5 |
Top |
80-114 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 12 m |
Show
|
The extra days off for the boycott really helped the Rockets. OKC had them on the ropes with two straight wins, but the time off gave Houston a chance to reset and stifled the momentum for the Thunder. And now the Rockets get Russell Westbrook back for this Saturday game and they have the best chance to take control of this series. Westbrook has been lighting it up in practice and he should be a game changer for the rest of this series. OKC has been a nice story this year and they have come together to have a very nice season above expectations. But the Rockets are the much better team and we expect them to play a well-rounded game tonight in what should be a comfortable win.
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08-25-20 |
Mavs v. Clippers -7.5 |
Top |
111-154 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 47 m |
Show
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This series is tied now after an incredible performance from Dallas in Game 4. But if you look at the Clippers results in The Bubble, they have suffered four losses since the restart, and every time they came back and played to their capabilities, covering in all those games. All but one win came by double digits. In Game 4 Dallas saw one of the best performances in playoff history by Luka Doncic. Not only was he going off, but some of the role players had excellent games as well. But even with the Mavs playing out of their minds, they still needed OT and an amazing buzzer-beater just to win the game on a night the Clippers just didn’t play well for most of the game. As recent history has show, LA knows how to follow up a lousy performance with a great one. Paul George has been the blame for a lot of the Clippers problems with his shooting slump. He will get out of this slump before too long. And it will probably be tonight. We expect to see an incredibly focused Clippers group tonight, and we think they will play to their potential. It’s doubtful that Doncic will have anywhere near the game he had last time out, and the role players are due for regression.
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08-24-20 |
Lakers -7 v. Blazers |
Top |
135-115 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 39 m |
Show
|
Before the series we thought the Blazers might make more noise in this series. But the Game 1 loss was a wakeup call for the Lakers, and we think they have all the momentum here in this series. The Bubble is an interesting place. In a normal NBA playoff series, the change in venue means a lot and can get the underdog back into the series. But there is no homecoming for the Blazers, and they are in a real tough spot here now. They are on the ropes. They started the playoffs early with the seeding games and then the play in game, and this team just looks tired and defeated. With no home-court to go back to, we think morale is low. The Lakers losing the first game was the best thing for them. That made them focus, and now we think they want to end this series ASAP as some of the other Western Conference teams are now in a dogfight in their series. We rarely bet on the Lakers as they are normally shaded by the oddsmakers and there is rarely value. But we think this line is more than fair tonight. We think this one has a great chance to be a double-digit win for the Lakers.
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08-23-20 |
Nuggets v. Jazz OVER 215 |
Top |
127-129 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 49 m |
Show
|
Both teams have been trending to the over. Ten of the last 11 games for Denver have gone over the posted total. Seven of the last nine games for Utah have gone over. Utah’s offense really played well last time out as they scored 124 in a blowout win. We expect the momentum from that offensive explosion to carry over into this one tonight. This is a crucial game for the Nuggets, and we expect them to be much more competitive, and we don’t see the Utah defense shutting them down twice in a row. They scored 124 in Game 2, just as Utah did in Game 3, and we think both teams will get their points here in this one tonight. One game already went to OT in this series, and this one looks to be close as well, so OT is always a possibility, which is great for over bettors like us. But we don’t think they will need the extra five minutes here as we think this one will get over 220 at the end of regulation.
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08-23-20 |
Clippers -7.5 v. Mavs |
|
133-135 |
Loss |
-100 |
3 h 19 m |
Show
|
We have to hold back on the bet size on this one because of the uncertain status of Dallas star Luka Doncic. He is the engine that makes this team run, and he is a game-time decision today. But if anyone saw Game 3, it would be a stretch to think he could be a factor even if he plays. It looks like that ankle was bothering him pretty badly. With or without Doncic, the Clippers are the call here. They have dominated the Mavs this season. They haven’t played their best in this series and are still in the driver’s seat. We think they want a good showing here and to be in a position to end this series early. The Mavs spirit may be broken after Game 3.
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08-22-20 |
Rockets v. Thunder +2.5 |
Top |
107-119 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 48 m |
Show
|
We are confident this series is not over, and although we think the Rockets will advance, we think the Thunder will make some noise, and this is a must win game for them tonight. The Rockets are a pretty inconsistent team and we just don’t see them playing in top form again here tonight, and the Thunder have been one of the safest ATS bets all season. This team doesn’t give up, and they will be confident going into this game and they have the belief they can win the series. We expect to see the best game we have seen thus far from them tonight in this series and expect them to score the straight up win.
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08-21-20 |
Clippers -4.5 v. Mavs |
Top |
130-122 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 36 m |
Show
|
Since the restart, the Clippers have bounce back well after every loss. In fact, they came back every time with a double-digit win. They are 8-1 ATS after getting beat by double digits. That is the sign of a very good team, and we think they will bounce back well here. That Game 2 win by Dallas was their first of the year against the Clippers. Los Angeles didn’t play well, and Dallas played a great game. But we expect a more well rounded effort tonight. The Clippers are in real trouble if they lose here, as Game 3 is one of the most crucial in a seven-game series. The Clippers don’t often play two bad games in a row, and Doc Rivers will make the needed adjustments for a big win tonight.
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08-20-20 |
Thunder +2.5 v. Rockets |
Top |
98-111 |
Loss |
-110 |
3 h 15 m |
Show
|
We think this line looks pretty fishy like the bookies are begging for Rockets money here. The Thunder got thrashed in Game 1, and yet the odds stayed the same for Game 2 when you would normally expect an adjustment. We like to be on the side of the bookies, and we think the Thunder are the clear play here today. They are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 after a beatdown of double-digits, and we think they will bounce back well once again here and even this series up today. Houston is shorthanded without Westbrook and the Thunder have been a great bet all season as one of the best ATS teams in the NBA. Houston has been erratic this season; they can look great one game and lousy the next. They rely too much on certain players, and with Westbrook out, that hurts if a couple other guys go cold. The Thunder just seem like a steady team that plays strong team basketball and we think they will bounce back well once again today.
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08-20-20 |
Heat v. Pacers +4 |
|
109-100 |
Loss |
-103 |
1 h 53 m |
Show
|
We think this is a pretty evenly matches series. Looks like Oladipo is good to go for the Pacers today, so that really helps them. The Pacers didn’t play well at all in Game 1, but we expect them to give a much better effort here today. These teams are very familiar with each other lately, and that will only help the Pacers today in the underdog role. We thought the bookies should have adjusted this line since the Pacers backs will be against the wall with a loss here, and we would lean to Indiana at 2, which we think is the more appropriate line. We expect a close game and we think the Pacers have a great shot at the win.
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08-19-20 |
Mavs +6 v. Clippers |
|
127-114 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 43 m |
Show
|
The Clippers need to play better if they want to cover this number as they were lucky to get the cover in Game 1. We think the Mavs come into this game angry and feel like they were wronged with KP getting ejected in Game 1. They should come in with a chip on their shoulders and play a more complete game in Game 2. After LAC covered in Game 1, they haven’t adjusted the line here for Game 2, and that tells us the bookies are looking for Clippers money tonight. We will go the other way on this one!
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08-19-20 |
Jazz +4 v. Nuggets |
|
124-105 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 43 m |
Show
|
We think this will be one of the more competitive series in the NBA bubble. The Nuggets won Game 1. Utah didn’t play well, except for one guy, and we think the entire team will rise up and play better to avoid going down 0-2 in this series. We also expect the Jazz to lock down on defense. When they assert themselves, they can be as good of a defense as any team in the NBA, and we think this total has been overadjusted today. Utah has a great chance to win this one outright, but the points give us a little more wiggle room in case of a close game.
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08-19-20 |
Nets +11.5 v. Raptors |
|
99-104 |
Win
|
100 |
1 h 14 m |
Show
|
We love the way the Nets have played in the bubble. This team came in with no expectations but they beat the Bucks and Clippers and were one of the better betting teams in the bubble. This team has played like they have nothing to lose, and after getting embarrassed in Game 1, we expect a much better effort here. The Nets have always been a good bet when getting double digits as an underdog, and we think they play a much better game in Game 2 and keep this one within the double digit line.
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08-18-20 |
Blazers +6.5 v. Lakers |
|
100-93 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 50 m |
Show
|
In this strange year of 2020, it wouldn’t shock me to see a No. 8 beat a No. 1 in the bubble. Not just for one game; we are talking series here. There is no home-court advantage. We think the Lakers are a bit overrated. If the Clippers cared more about the regular season (health was an issue, also), they probably could have grabbed the No. 1 seed. Portland barely made the postseason, but they had health problems too and are in much better shape now and playing well. They also have played well against the Lakers for years. They are 46-22 ATS against them stretching back many years. We have followed that trend for years, too, and we think the Blazers are in a good position to compete for the win here in Game 1 in what we expect to be a close game.
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08-18-20 |
Heat v. Pacers UNDER 215.5 |
Top |
113-101 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 1 m |
Show
|
These are two Top 10 defenses. We feel this will be a lower scoring series than some of the others we have seen. These players are fresh with some extra time off before tip off, and we think these teams will be tentative and take some time to figure each other out. This also looks like one of the more hotly contested series in the first round, and the defenses could really tighten up down the stretch if the game is close in the fourth quarter. We could see a scenario where almost every trip down the court is met with lock-down defense. The last two meetings both went under, with one team in both games scoring only 92 points. The playoffs are a different animal than the regular season, and defense is normally stronger. We could see that being the case here in this Game 1 matchup. We had this total handicapped a tad under 210, so we think there is great value here in the under!
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08-17-20 |
Mavs v. Clippers -6 |
Top |
110-118 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 41 m |
Show
|
The Clippers, more than almost any team in the league, didn’t care about the regular season. They had injuries, and they didn’t get too much time with a full roster to do their thing on the court. They didn’t care about wins and losses, but they wanted to be healthy and have chemistry by the time the postseason arrived. Well, now is that time. While they aren’t 100% heathy, they will start the postseason with a very strong roster, and we think they will raise their game to another level here in the postseason. For our money, this is the best team in the Western Conference. And we expect to see the best version of this team show up in the playoffs. Dallas is putting together something special, bur they are still a year or two and a couple players away from being a true championship contender. We think they are in deep in this series. They have lost four straight meetings, and they failed to cover in any of those games. The Clippers have great chemistry and talent, and we think they will want to make a statement here in Game 1.
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08-15-20 |
Grizzlies +6.5 v. Blazers |
Top |
122-126 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 30 m |
Show
|
This is a very unique situation with the play-in game. If Portland wins today, they will advance to play the Lakers in the first round. If they lose, these teams will square off again, with the winner advancing. The Blazers played better than the Grizzlies during the restart. But none of that matters now, as it just comes down to this weekend. The Blazers have been getting a lot of hype lately, but we think these teams are pretty even, so the points here are very attractive. These teams met in the first game of the restart, and Portland won in OT. Portland covered that game, but Memphis had covered five of the previous seven meetings. And remember, Portland almost didn’t even make it here as they needed a last-second missed shot by Brooklyn on Thursday or they would be on their way home now. Not only do we think these teams are evenly matched, but Memphis has the motivation in this one. One loss and they are out. They will have to bring their A Game, while the Blazers have a mulligan if they lose here. We think the Grizzlies have a great chance to win outright here, but we will take the points as we expect a close game regardless.
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08-14-20 |
Thunder +6 v. Clippers |
Top |
103-107 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 15 m |
Show
|
This is a meaningless game and a playoff tuneup for the role players on both teams. The LA Clippers stars might see a little playing time but not much. These teams kind of had a clear identity this season that we think we can apply to handicapping this meaningless game. The Clippers never really cared about the regular season. It was just to get them ready for the postseason. But OKC played hard and with determination and team basketball all the way through and wound up as one of the best ATS betting teams in the league this season. We think OKC is the team more likely to want to finish out this thing on a positive note, while the Clippers are most likely 100% focused on their matchup against Dallas on Monday.
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08-13-20 |
Blazers v. Nets +10 |
Top |
134-133 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 47 m |
Show
|
Sometimes you have to go against the grain in NBA handicapping. And that is what we are doing here tonight. Portland is the ultimate public play here. They are locked in a big fight for the playoffs and they have been getting lots of positive press for Damian Lillard’s otherworldly performances on the court. However, the bookies know that zero public bettors will be taking a chance on Brooklyn here. They have inflated this line quite a bit as a result. First off, depending on the earlier games, the Blazers might not even need this game. They could know their fate by tip off already, and that wouldn’t give them much incentive to play key players, especially with the injury woes this team has faced this season. Brooklyn has shown they are no pushover. They have gone 5-2 in the Bubble when most thought they wouldn’t win a game. They beat the Clippers and Bucks. This team has seemed to relish in the role of spoiler, and they have no motivation to relax here in this game as they need to keep the momentum going into the postseason. We think they will keep things close if Portland plays at full strength, and they have a chance to win if Portland rests main players. There is also reverse line movement on this one as the number has dropped despite a big percentage of bettors on the favorite. That’s always a good sign for the underdog!
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08-12-20 |
Clippers -4 v. Nuggets |
Top |
124-111 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 48 m |
Show
|
Both teams will be missing some key players. We really like the Clippers to bounce back here, however, after their loss last time out to Brooklyn, one of the worst rosters that was brought into the bubble during this NBA restart. This was the third loss during the restart for the Clips, and both times they rebounded for double-digit wins against their next opponent. We expect them to be motivated tonight. The Denver defense has given up 124 or more in their last four games (one OT contest). We just think a motivated Clippers club will be able to achieve their offensive goals here tonight in the bubble. The Clippers won by nearly 30 when these teams last met up. And we think they match up extremely well here tonight.
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08-11-20 |
Celtics -3 v. Grizzlies |
Top |
122-107 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 58 m |
Show
|
Pretty much year after year Boston is Top 10 in ATS results. That’s a sign of good coaching. And they are 40-26-4 ATS this season. They are a safe bet more times than not. And we think they are getting shorted by the oddsmakers again tonight. Memphis was a team a lot of people had high hopes for in the Bubble, but they have been a major disappointment up until now. They are 1-5 both SU and ATS. They haven’t been able to get any continuity going on offense. And Boston has scored 120+ in four of their last five games. We just don’t think the Grizzlies can keep up tonight on the scoreboard.
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08-10-20 |
Thunder +7.5 v. Suns |
Top |
101-128 |
Loss |
-104 |
2 h 26 m |
Show
|
The Suns have been the big story of the restart, and this team is getting a lot of press lately. We think that has caused an inflated line here. The Thunder always find a way to keep the game close. They are one of the best ATS teams in the NBA this season. They are a little shorthanded and come in on a back-to-back, but we don’t think those factors warrant this big of a number. Like we stated, OKC always seems to find a way to get the job done. Not to mention that they have covered five in a row in this series.
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08-09-20 |
Grizzlies +6.5 v. Raptors |
Top |
99-108 |
Loss |
-105 |
2 h 0 m |
Show
|
The Grizzlies had lost the first four games of the restart, but we think they figured out some things recently, and their huge blowout win vs. OKC was big for this team last time out. Toronto is on the other side of the fence as they had won every game before getting blown out last time vs. Boston. We think this line is a product of how these teams have played so far over how they match up, and we see this one as being a very competitive game. Sharp bettors sapped some of the early value out of this one as it opened at 8, but we still think this number is a tad inflated.
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08-08-20 |
Jazz v. Nuggets -1.5 |
Top |
132-134 |
Win
|
100 |
3 h 4 m |
Show
|
Denver has won and covered in the last two meetings, and we think they make in three in a row today. Utah is 2-3 in the bubble and they have not been able to string together a full game of solid play too often. They are on a back-to-back here after losing to a Spurs team that isn’t in the same tier as these Nuggets. Denver was off, and we think that gives them a big edge here as these players still aren’t conditioned as they would normally be at this point of the season with all the time off. We thought this line was a bit short and think there is nice value here with the small favorite.
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08-07-20 |
Celtics +2 v. Raptors |
Top |
122-100 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 14 m |
Show
|
We had the Celtics as a slight favorite in this one and despite the records we think they are a bit better team than the Raptors. Boston has been one of the best betting teams in the league for the last few years. They have some of the best coaching in the league and a lot of talent. They normally get up for the big games, and we think they will be focused and take control here Friday night. Their offense exploded last time out with a huge performance, and we think that carries over in this marquee matchup.
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08-07-20 |
Wizards v. Pelicans -8 |
|
107-118 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 14 m |
Show
|
Both teams have struggled in the restart. But Washington has been on a whole other level of struggle. This team actually lost ground in the standings to a team that wasn’t even invited to the bubble! We just feel that this is a “get right” game for New Orleans. They should dominate here with the superior talent on the court. Washington has lost all their games by 8 or more points in the restart, and we think they are in tough again against a Pelicans squad that is desperate for a win.
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08-06-20 |
Lakers v. Rockets UNDER 227.5 |
|
97-113 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 54 m |
Show
|
Both teams trend to the under this season. The Lakers have played four games in the restart, and have scored above 103 only once. Their offense is way behind their defense at this point of the restart. Six of their last seven games have gone under, and the oddsmakers have posted too high of a total for them once again. Houston is one of the better UNDER teams this season as the bookies always post an inflated number in their games. And that looks like the case tonight again.
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08-06-20 |
Clippers -4 v. Mavs |
|
126-111 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 25 m |
Show
|
Not many teams better than the Clippers from a betting perspective after a loss, and that is where we see them tonight. They are 21-6 ATS after a loss, and they were nipped by the Suns last time out. Both of these teams have been playing mediocre basketball, and both need a win. When both teams are motivated, the Clippers are the far and away better team. These are likely opponents in the postseason, and we think the better team will put their best foot forward tonight.
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08-06-20 |
Pacers -2 v. Suns |
|
99-114 |
Loss |
-104 |
4 h 56 m |
Show
|
The Suns are 3-0 in the restart, with wins over the Clippers and Mavs, but we just think the Pacers are a much better ballclub here in this matchup and this is definitely a short line. The Pacers are 3-0 also against an easier schedule, but two of their three wins have been by double digits, and they are playing really good team basketball right now. Both teams will get their points, but Indiana’s defense will be the difference in this one against a short line.
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08-05-20 |
Nets v. Celtics -8.5 |
|
115-149 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 40 m |
Show
|
The Celtics have only one win since the restart, and we think they will be motivated tonight as a result. The Nets had us scratching our head yesterday with one of the most surprising wins of the season as they beat the Bucks as one of the biggest underdogs of the season. We just think they will be content with that result, and they won’t give full effort as a result. This is already one of the most shorthanded teams in the restart. Boston will be shorthanded also, but this team has more talent and better coaching, and we think there’s a great chance for a double digit win.
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08-05-20 |
Thunder +6 v. Lakers |
|
105-86 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 10 m |
Show
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Not many teams in the restart with less motivation than the Lakers for wins before the playoffs start. They are pretty secure with the No. 1 seed out west. They just want to get their ship in order by the time the postseason starts, and avoid any injuries. The Thunder have been one of the best betting teams all season, and they are again getting too many points here. The Lakers normally have their lines shaded by the oddsmakers, and we think OKC will challenge for the win tonight.
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08-05-20 |
Grizzlies +5.5 v. Jazz |
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115-124 |
Loss |
-110 |
2 h 10 m |
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We are going against the public with this one. Memphis hasn’t played up to expectations in the restart, but we think this line is inflated, and the Grizzlies really need a win here, so we think they will go all out. They have generally been more competitive than the Jazz, who are also struggling but who are more secure in their playoff seeding. The motivation all lies with Memphis, and we had this line handicapped at 3, with a lean to Memphis in this one.
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08-04-20 |
Celtics -3 v. Heat |
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106-112 |
Loss |
-105 |
6 h 33 m |
Show
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The Celtics have been playing well during the restart, but we have yet to see a breakout game from them. We think we will see that tonight. Miami has won and covered in the last three meetings this season, and we expect to see a motivated Boston club after a mediocre performance to start the NBA back up again. We think there’s a great chance they win this one by 7+.
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08-04-20 |
Magic v. Pacers +1.5 |
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109-120 |
Win
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100 |
5 h 3 m |
Show
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Both teams are in strong form, but we think the Pacers are the better ballclub, and we had them favored in this game by 2+ in our handicapping. So there is nice value here getting points with the team we expect to win. Both clubs have faced pretty easy opponents, but at least Indiana showed us a lot in beating the Sixers as underdogs, while the Magic have wins over Brooklyn and Sacramento, two of the worst clubs in The Bubble. The Pacers have won each of the last two meetings, and we expect them to make it three in a row today.
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08-04-20 |
Mavs -5.5 v. Kings |
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114-110 |
Loss |
-107 |
2 h 33 m |
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Dallas hasn’t played well to begin the restart and they have had some bad luck, but this feels like a “get right” game to us. The Kings defense has been one of the worst in the restart, and the Dallas offense should have a big day today. The Kings are giving up around 130+ per game during the restart. Dallas will be focused here and we think this one could be a total blowout.
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08-03-20 |
Lakers v. Jazz +6.5 |
Top |
116-108 |
Loss |
-105 |
9 h 36 m |
Show
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We are getting used to these slow starts from Utah. They are winless in the restart thus far and haven’t played to near their potential. But we think they will be ultra motivated to get that win tonight. Their place in the postseason is secure, but they need some momentum heading into the postseason, and a win here would erase the two losses that proceeded it on a mental level. The Lakers are all but guaranteed the No. 1 seed and this finish to the regular season is meant only as practice time for the playoffs. We just don’t see them being that motivated for wins now, while Utah really needs this game more. And the Lakers are always a public team that gets shaded odds from the bookies, and that is even more so with the restart as bettors have been starved for action and are very active (the Lakers/Clippers game on opening night of restart was by far the biggest bet NBA game of the season). We expect a close game here and will gladly take the points on this inflated number.
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08-02-20 |
Mavs -6 v. Suns |
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115-117 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 0 m |
Show
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We just think this one is a mismatch and we are surprised the line here is not 7 or more. It might move to that as the bettors seem to also like Dallas here, so don’t wait to place your bet. This is another situation where a very good team doesn’t want to start 0-2 in the Bubble. Dallas did just about everything right in their first game and had control of that one against Houston before faltering late and losing in OT. The Mavs are built to win now, while the Suns are at least a year and a couple players away. We think Dallas will take out their frustrations from the Houston loss on the Suns here.
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08-02-20 |
Blazers v. Celtics -4 |
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124-128 |
Push |
0 |
4 h 31 m |
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Boston had about the toughest first game back that any team in the Eastern Conference could face as they lost to Milwaukee. They played pretty well in that matchup, however, and we just don’t see them losing their first two games to open this restart. In a very unique situation like this, coaching can make a big difference, and for our money, Boston has some of the best coaching in the league. And we think Boston will be motivated in this one after playing well in Game 1 yet getting the loss.
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08-02-20 |
Wizards +3.5 v. Nets |
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110-118 |
Loss |
-106 |
2 h 1 m |
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We faded the Nets in their first game back, and we will continue that trend until their play shows us otherwise. This just seems like the one NBA team that doesn’t really want to be here in the NBA bubble. The Wizards are WAY behind the Nets in the standings, as Brooklyn currently holds down the No. 8 seed. But they have a real chance to make up some ground here on the team with the best chance to totally falter in the bubble. Washington has issues of their own. But they should be more motivated. And we had this game handicapped at PK, so there is some nice value in getting points here. Washington has also won and covered in three straight meetings.
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08-01-20 |
76ers v. Pacers +6 |
Top |
121-127 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 15 m |
Show
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This looks like a very public line to us. Philly is the more popular team here, but these teams have identical records. But bettors like Philly more, hence the big line here. Oladipo was active in the shootaround this morning and there are indications he could play tonight. He’s Indiana’s best player and would give the team a huge boost. But the main reason we like this pick is because the Sixers have been so bad away from home this season. In the friendly confines of their home arena they are 29-2. On the road they are 10-24 this season. These are some strange circumstances, but we just can’t trust the Sixers to be laying this many points against a comparable team when we haven’t seen if they can shake their funk of playing away from home. The Pacers are 13-6 ATS in the last 19 meetings, and we think they could challenge for the outright win here.
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07-31-20 |
Magic -6.5 v. Nets |
Top |
128-118 |
Win
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100 |
2 h 14 m |
Show
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Of just about any team in the Bubble, Brooklyn seems like one that really doesn’t want to be there. They have tons of defections and injuries, and this team is a skeleton crew in Orlando. They are currently the No. 7 team, and Orlando is No. 8, so this is a great chance for the Magic to jump the Nets and avoid a first-round matchup with Milwaukee. That is plenty of motivation in this game. This isn’t a standard home game for the Magic with the Pandemic, but they should be more comfortable here in their home city. Orlando was playing well before the hiatus, and this team has a much more stable roster. We think the oddsmakers will adjust on Brooklyn and they will be almost double-digit favorites in most of the games they play. We thought this line should be double digits, and there is some nice value here.
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07-30-20 |
Jazz v. Pelicans -2 |
Top |
106-104 |
Loss |
-105 |
5 h 1 m |
Show
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All the motivation lies with the Pelicans here as they need to win to punch their playoff ticket. This team has a lot of talent and they are a good bet to make the postseason. But they have no time to wait to ease into this bizarre bubble situation. They have to win. Utah is in and they can spend their 8 games left in the regular season getting prepared for the postseason. Zion is a gametime call today. The odds will change whether he plays or not. But lock in at this number as this is a solid one even without the rookie.
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03-11-20 |
California +10 v. Stanford |
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63-51 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 43 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #647 California over Stanford (9p.m., Wednesday, March 11 PAC12N) This Bay Area battle should be closer than the experts believe. The Bears beat the Cardinal once this season and despite having the least talent in the league they managed to win 11 conference games this season. The underdog is 6-2 ATS in the last 8 meetings between Cal and Stanford. The Cardinal is 4-9 ATS in their last 13 neutral site games.
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03-11-20 |
Boston University v. Colgate -7 |
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64-61 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 10 m |
Show
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5 Unit Play. Take #308374 Colgate over Boston (7:30p.m., Wednesday, March 11 CBSSN) The top two teams in the Patriot League are set to do battle tonight on the home floor of the Raiders. Colgate has beaten Boston twice this season and both of those wins have come over tonight’s posted number. The Terriers are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games. The Raiders are 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games against teams with a winning record. Best of Luck – Doc’s Sports
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03-11-20 |
Iowa State +6.5 v. Oklahoma State |
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71-72 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 41 m |
Show
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3 Unit Play. Take #663 Iowa State over Oklahoma State (7p.m., Wednesday, March 11 ESPNU) The Pokes played their best game of the season last time out and I just do not believe they can shoot it that well again on Wednesday. The Cyclones are struggling down the stretch without Tyrese Haliburton but I just believe that they will put up a fight in this game. But this play is more about going against OK State. Iowa State is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 neutral site games as an underdog. Iowa State is 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games after a victory in their previous game.
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03-10-20 |
Nets +10 v. Lakers |
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104-102 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 13 m |
Show
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This is a real sandwich game for the Lakers. They are coming off their big win over the Clippers on Saturday in probably their biggest win of the season. They beat the best team from the East before that in a win over the Bucks. Now they got out of conference again for the Nets, who have no hope this season. This isn’t a big game for LA. However, their next three games are against teams they could see in the postseason: Houston, Denver and Utah. Just don’t think the focus will be there for them tonight and this is an inflated line to begin with.
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03-10-20 |
Clippers v. Warriors UNDER 226.5 |
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131-107 |
Loss |
-100 |
9 h 10 m |
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The Clippers are rounding into playoff form and they have been playing some of the best defense in the NBA lately. We think there is a possibility this game is a blowout, which would fare well for the under. The Clippers have gone under in three straight and in six of their last eight, and we don’t think the oddsmakers have adjusted yet to how strong this team has been on the defensive end. Five of the last eight for GSW have gone under as well, and we think this is another inflated total.
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03-10-20 |
Suns v. Blazers -4.5 |
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105-121 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 43 m |
Show
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We think that revenge is overrated in the NBA as a handicapping angle, but we do think it comes into play when the teams have met recently. That’s the case here as the Blazers lost by 10 on Friday in the desert. The Blazers are in hot pursuit of a playoff spot and losing to a team like the Suns twice in a week would be a disaster. We think they come to play tonight, and we think they are the better team.
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03-10-20 |
Northeastern +2 v. Hofstra |
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61-70 |
Loss |
-105 |
8 h 48 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #613 Northeastern over Hofstra (7p.m., Tuesday, March 10 CBSSN) The Pride have never made the NCAA Tournament as a member of the CAA and this is the game that trips them up. Hofstra is 2-0 against Northeastern this season, but both games were close and I just do not believe they are good enough to beat this team three times in one season. This game will go down to the wire and expect the Huskies to win it straight-up. The underdog is 15-7 ATS (1 push) in the last 23 games between Northeastern and Hofstra.
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03-09-20 |
Bucks v. Nuggets UNDER 222.5 |
|
95-109 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 2 m |
Show
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These are two Top 10 defensive teams and we think this total is a tad too high. We had this one handicapped at 217, so we think there is some nice value here. The Bucks are trending to the under lately with a 6-1 mark in their last seven games. They are on a back-to-back here, and the under is 5-0 in their last five on the second leg of a B2B. We think both teams will be amped up for this game and there should be a lot of intensity on the defensive end.
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03-09-20 |
Delaware v. Hofstra -3 |
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61-75 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 33 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #866 Hofstra over Delaware (6p.m., Monday, March 9 CBSSN) The rubber match between Hofstra and Delaware takes place Monday night in Washington D.C. Hofstra is the No. 1 seed and I believe they will win this game convincingly. They have won 10 of their last 11 games including a 16 point victory at Delaware a few weeks ago. The Blue Hens had a difficult game yesterday against a solid Charleston team and I do not expect them to have much left in the tank for this game. Hofstra advances to the CAA Championship Game and we collect with them in a big way. Best of Luck – Doc’s Sports
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03-08-20 |
Northeastern v. Towson +2 |
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72-62 |
Loss |
-105 |
9 h 13 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #854 Towson +2 over Northeastern (8:30p.m., Sunday, March 8) The Tigers are the underdog in this game despite finishing higher in the standings and beating them last in the last game each team played. This is the rubber match as both teams won games as the visitor during the regular season. The underdog has covered the spread in 5 of the last 6 meetings between Northeastern and Towson. The Huskies are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games as a favorite. The Tigers are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games following a victory in their previous game.
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03-08-20 |
Lafayette v. Colgate -10.5 |
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64-89 |
Win
|
100 |
3 h 40 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #308330 Colgate -10.5 over Lafayette (2p.m., Sunday, March 8 CBSSN) The semifinals of the Patriot League take place on the home floor of the higher seed in each game. Colgate gets to host Lafayette and they will win this game by double digits. Just no way the Leopards can beat them three times in one season. The Raiders are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 home games. Best of Luck – Doc’s Sports
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03-08-20 |
Michigan v. Maryland -4 |
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70-83 |
Win
|
100 |
1 h 49 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #832 Maryland -4 over Michigan (12p.m., Sunday, March 8 FOX) Maryland is playing for a regular season Big 10 Championship and despite losing two straight games I expect them to come on strong on Senior Day. Maryland has the better offensive team in this match-up and sooner or later they will make jump shots and playing at home is always a huge advantage in the Big 10. Michigan is 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games as a road underdog.
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03-07-20 |
76ers v. Warriors -1.5 |
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114-118 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 10 m |
Show
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We can’t underscore the fact of what positive results Steph Curry brings to this team. He is one of the all-time greats and makes everyone around him better. His minutes will be restricted, but the time he is on the court will make a big difference for this team. And just being on the bench when he is rested will pump up his teammates. The Sixers have been better on the road lately, but we aren’t convinced they have their road woes figured out yet. We think Curry will lift his team to victory tonight.
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03-07-20 |
Hawks v. Grizzlies -6.5 |
|
101-118 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 40 m |
Show
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Both teams are coming in on a back-to-back, but Memphis is the better team and at home, and they are the more motivated club as well. And we like to back a good team off a bad loss and that is certainly the case here with Memphis getting embarrassed in a 25+-point blowout in Dallas. But they take a big step down in competition here. The Hawks have won only six road games all season. We like that this line is under the NBA key number of 7, and we think the home team cruises to victory tonight.
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03-07-20 |
Jazz v. Pistons UNDER 210.5 |
|
111-105 |
Loss |
-106 |
6 h 41 m |
Show
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Utah comes in on a back-to-back and this is their fourth road game of the current trip. We don’t see them putting up too many points tonight. Their point total has decreased in each of the last four games, and it hit under the century mark last night in a win at Boston with 99 points scored. This team expended a lot of energy in that game and we don’t think they will have much left here in Detroit. The Pistons aren’t a very good team, but they are much better defensively than on the offensive end.
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03-07-20 |
Oklahoma State v. Texas -3 |
Top |
81-59 |
Loss |
-116 |
17 h 47 m |
Show
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10 Unit Play. Take #648 Texas over Oklahoma State (4p.m., Saturday, March 7 ESPN2) Texas has had a remarkable turnaround of late and now have a chance to make the NCAA Tournament. They already beat Oklahoma State earlier this season in Stillwater and expect them to complete the season sweep of them Saturday afternoon in Austin. Texas has won 5 straight games and 4 of those games have come against teams better than the Pokes. Oklahoma State has won 2 straight games, but those games came out home against the bottom two teams in the Big 12. Texas wins this game and earns a top 3 seed in the Big 12 Conference Tournament.
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03-06-20 |
Wyoming +16 v. Utah State |
|
82-89 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 27 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #885 Wyoming +15.5 over Utah State (11:30p.m., Friday, March 6 CBSSN) The Cowboys are two wins away from a 16 seed in the NCAA Tournament but will likely have to face the two best teams in the league to accomplish this feat. The Aggies have not been playing well of late struggling with a bad New Mexico team in their last two games. They were lucky to win last night, and I see them winning tonight but not by the posted number. Wyoming has covered the spread in 7 straight games. Utah State is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 neutral site games. Best of Luck – Doc’s Sports
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03-06-20 |
Bucks +1.5 v. Lakers |
|
103-113 |
Loss |
-104 |
9 h 28 m |
Show
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Just think the Bucks are the superior team here and they will be motivated tonight, so we think it’s great to get points here. We actually had them handicapped as a slight favorite, so we think there is nice value here tonight. The Bucks are 5-1 ATS in their last six against teams with a winning percentage above .600, and we think they bring their A Game here in the marquee game of the night.
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03-06-20 |
Blazers -3.5 v. Suns |
|
117-127 |
Loss |
-107 |
8 h 54 m |
Show
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The Suns showed some promise at points in the season, but this team looks to be playing out the string now, as they have lost four straight, all at home. Phoenix didn’t cover in one of those contests. Portland has won and covered two straight, and they have Damian Lillard back in the fold, and he gives the Blazers a chance to win every game. This team has a lot more motivation tonight as they make a push for the playoffs. They are in the No. 9 spot currently so should take every game from here on out as a must win.
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03-06-20 |
Heat v. Pelicans -1.5 |
|
104-110 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 54 m |
Show
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Miami is a pretty good team this season, but they have been pretty bad overall on the road (13-18 on the season). Miami comes in on a four-game winning streak, but those games were all at home, and we think as a result they are overvalued here on the road Friday night. New Orleans has lost three straight and four of five, but they have had a very tough schedule recently. We think this is a good chance for them to bounce back tonight. Miami has not been good lately on the road against teams with a losing record (1-6 ATS).
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03-06-20 |
Siena v. Monmouth -1 |
|
86-72 |
Loss |
-115 |
7 h 57 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #842 Monmouth -1.5 over Siena (7p.m., Friday, March 6 ESPN+) The one bid regular season MAAC ends today for these teams and expect the Hawks to win 3 straight games and possible move up the standing. 64% of the money is coming in on the home team and Sienna is just 2-10 ATS in their last 12 road games. The Hawks are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games played on Friday.
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03-06-20 |
Yale v. Dartmouth +6.5 |
|
72-61 |
Loss |
-103 |
7 h 56 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #850 Dartmouth +7 over Yale (7p.m., Friday, March 6) The Bulldogs will qualify for the conference tournament next week but are looking for an outright regular season title with two wins the next two days. The Bulldogs are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games. The Big Green is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games. Expect this game to go down to the wire and we will collect with the under.
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03-06-20 |
Georgia Tech v. Clemson OVER 131 |
|
65-62 |
Loss |
-117 |
7 h 54 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #854 Over 131 in Georgia Tech @ Clemson (7p.m., Friday, March 6 ESPN2) Georgia Tech has gone over the posted total in 4 straight road games. Clemson has gone over the posted total in 7 of their last 8 home games. Expect a high scoring game tonight and we will not worry if Clemson can cover the spread and instead just collect with the over.
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03-06-20 |
Western Michigan v. Central Michigan -7 |
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68-85 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 53 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #858 Central Michigan -7 over Western Michigan (7p.m., Friday, March 6 ESPN3) This is a battle of two last place teams yet the Chippewas are a big favorite to end their losing streak. That is usually a good sign to play the favorite, as they already won at Western Michigan this season.
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03-05-20 |
Clippers +1 v. Rockets |
Top |
120-105 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 18 m |
Show
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Both teams are playing well but the Clippers are healthy and they are the superior team when both teams are at full strength. They have had some problems with the Rockets this season, so they will want to put their best foot forward tonight. The Clippers are streaking right now and the Rockets just lost to the Knicks, so even though that came after a nice winning streak we think LA is in better form right now. We don’t see how Houston will be able to defend the Clippers with this small ball lineup tonight.
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03-05-20 |
Boise State v. UNLV -2.5 |
|
67-61 |
Loss |
-105 |
16 h 5 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #702 UNLV over Boise State (5p.m., Thursday, March 5 CBSSN) The rubber match takes place on the home floor of the Rebels Thursday afternoon in Las Vegas, NV. UNLV beat Boise State two games ago by 10 points in a game that has not remotely close (UNLV led by 27). UNLV has had a good finish under their new coaching staff and they will advance to the semi-finals of this tournament to take on San Diego State. UNLV has not performed well in this tournament in recent years despite being on their home floor and thus it is important for them to win this game to finish the season out on a high note. Best of Luck – Doc’s Sports
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03-04-20 |
Florida State v. Notre Dame +2 |
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73-71 |
Push |
0 |
10 h 44 m |
Show
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6 Unit Play. Take #786 Notre Dame over Florida State (9p.m., Wednesday, March 4 ESPN2) The Seminoles are starting to feel the pressure of winning a regular season ACC Championship and it should last time out at Clemson. Now they are on the road again playing a team that is better than Clemson in a much tougher environment. The Irish got down early last time out against Wake Forest and just could not recover from a poor start. Prior to that they had won 3 straight games and they should be able to win this game straight-up. Playing 3 of 4 games on the road has caught up to the Seminoles and they just are not playing their best basketball of the season down the stretch. Florida State is 3-10 ATS in their last 13 games played on Wednesday. The underdog is 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games between Florida State and Notre Dame.
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03-04-20 |
Florida International +9.5 v. Louisiana Tech |
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73-76 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 13 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #805 Florida International over Louisiana Tech (7:30p.m., Wednesday, March 4 ) The Bulldogs close out the regular season with two home games. Conference USA is a one bid league and the are pretty much locked into the No. 3 seed for the upcoming conference tournament. This was a 3 point low scoring game in the first meeting and we will grab the points again on Wednesday expecting a similar result. The underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 games between FIU and Louisiana Tech. The Bulldogs are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as a favorite.
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03-04-20 |
Thunder -7.5 v. Pistons |
Top |
114-107 |
Loss |
-116 |
7 h 48 m |
Show
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We went against the Thunder last night and the Clippers dominated that game. Now after a five game winning streak the Thunder have dropped two straight in blowout fashion. Those games were to the Bucks and Clippers, however, two of the favorites to win their respective conference this season. But now they take a big step down in class in what is a game they really need. With two straight embarrassing losses they won’t take this one for granted. The Pistons have lost their two stars and this team is just playing out the string and looking towards next season. This one should be a blowout with a motivated OKC team. The Thunder are 5-0 ATS after a double-digit loss at home and 5-0 ATS against an opponent with a home winning percentage less than .400. We think those trends continue tonight.
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03-04-20 |
Minnesota v. Indiana -3.5 |
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67-72 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 47 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #752 Indiana over Minnesota (7p.m., Wednesday, March 4 BTN) Indiana has a pair of home games to close out the regular season and they are must win games in each. They should be able to complete the first half tonight, as Minnesota is playing their second straight road game and third in the last four games. The Gophers already lost to Indiana by 12 points in the Twin Cities and this will be the same result tonight in Bloomington. Indiana is 16-6 ATS in their last 22 games against teams with a losing record.
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03-04-20 |
LSU v. Arkansas -2.5 |
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90-99 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 46 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #760 Arkansas over LSU (7p.m., Wednesday, March 4 SECN) Arkansas must win this game in order to have a chance at an at-large bid into the NCAA Tournament. The are playing better once Isaiah Joe came back from injury and they have won their last two home games. LSU has not beaten many good teams of late and I just do not trust them especially when they are playing on the road. LSU is 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games following a win in their previous game.
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03-03-20 |
Purdue v. Iowa -4.5 |
|
77-68 |
Loss |
-107 |
10 h 51 m |
Show
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4 Unit Play. Take #648 Iowa over Purdue (9p.m., Tuesday, March 3 BTN) Purdue is not making the NCAA Tournament unless they win the conference tournament next weekend. They have lost 4 of their last 5 games. Iowa needs to win out if they have hopes of earning a double bye for the upcoming Big 10 Conference Tournament. Purdue is 2-8 ATS (2 pushes) in their last 12 games as an underdog. Iowa is 9-1 ATS (2 pushes) in their last 12 games against teams with a losing road record. The favorite is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between Purdue and Iowa.
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03-03-20 |
Clippers -3 v. Thunder |
|
109-94 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 0 m |
Show
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The Clippers are healthy and are making their push for the playoffs. They have won four straight and this team is really starting to gel. OKC has been playing well, but they played a real stinker last time out in a 40+-point loss at Milwaukee. That has to be concerning for OKC backers. We think this is a really tough spot for them to bounce back and with LA at full strength they are clearly the superior team here.
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03-03-20 |
Maryland v. Rutgers -1 |
|
67-78 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 50 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #620 Rutgers over Maryland (7p.m., Tuesday, March 3 BTN) Both teams need this game but for completely different reasons. Maryland has a chance to win the outright regular season title with a win. Rutgers needs a win to ensure they make the NCAA Tournament for the first time in what seems like forever. Rutgers have played a brutal schedule of late, but Maryland has been shaky as well laying an egg last time out at home against Michigan State. Maryland is 2-6 ATS (1 push) in their last 9 games played on Tuesday. Rutgers is 10-3 ATS (1 push) in their last 14 home games.
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03-03-20 |
Arkansas-Little Rock v. Georgia State -3 |
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70-89 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 49 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #608 Georgia State over Arkansas Little Rock (7p.m., Tuesday, March 3 ESPN+) Little Rock has already clinched the top seed in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament and thus this game does not mean much to them. This is a one bid league and that means it will all come down to the conference tournament to who makes it to the NCAA Tournament. The Trojans have lost 2 of their last 3 road games. Georgia State is 13-5 ATS (1 push) in their last 19 home games. The favorite is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings.
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03-01-20 |
Minnesota v. Wisconsin -5 |
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69-71 |
Loss |
-112 |
7 h 3 m |
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6 Unit Play. Take #842 Wisconsin over Minnesota (6:30p.m., Sunday, March 1 BTN) Wisconsin continues to get little respect from the oddsmakers despite being in position for a double bye and possible a share of the regular season title. Minnesota is coming off numerous home losses in games they were in control of and should have won. The Badgers have a chance to win their final three games and that will allow them to finish atop the standing. The favorite is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games between Minnesota and Wisconsin. The Badgers are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games played on Sunday. The Golden Gophers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as a road underdog. 75% of the money is coming in on Wisconsin and this line is just a couple of points low. Best of Luck – Doc’s Sports
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03-01-20 |
76ers v. Clippers UNDER 219.5 |
Top |
130-136 |
Loss |
-102 |
4 h 12 m |
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The Clippers are paying great basketball and are big favorites here. While we are not too excited about laying this big number, we think this will be a blowout and that will bode well for the under. LA is fully healthy right now and they are rounding into playoff form. They have played three straight excellent defensive games, and the Sixers will be without their two main playmakers tonight.
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02-29-20 |
Rockets v. Celtics -1.5 |
Top |
111-110 |
Loss |
-108 |
8 h 5 m |
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Both teams are playing well right now but we think Boston is the better and more well rounded team right now. Boston is one of the best bets in the NBA year after year, and that’s true once again this season with one of the best ATS marks in the league. They continue to be underestimated by the oddsmakers and they play great team basketball and strong defense. They have covered in their last five games and we see another cover at home here tonight.
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02-29-20 |
Michigan State v. Maryland -2.5 |
Top |
78-66 |
Loss |
-115 |
24 h 2 m |
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10 Unit Play. Take #706 Maryland over Michigan State (8p.m., Saturday, February 29 ESPN) Maryland is the best team in the Big 10 and they are riding high at the moment. They had no business beating Minnesota last time out, but they did and now see a regular season title well within sight. Michigan State has been one of the biggest disappointments this season and they continue to be ranked based on name recognition only. They lost to Maryland two weeks ago and things will be much tougher tonight in College Park. Maryland has the best starting line-up in the league and a win today will clinch at last a share of the Big 10 Championship. The Terrapins have won 10 of their last 11 games. Too much on the line for Maryland to take this game lightly and expect them to win it by 7-9 points.
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02-29-20 |
James Madison v. Hofstra -12.5 |
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81-97 |
Win
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100 |
4 h 19 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #678 Hofstra -13 over James Madison (4p.m., Saturday, February 29) The Pride still have a chance to clinch the regular season title on Thursday but laid an egg at home against Towson. That will not be the case today, as the Pride get to face the worst team in the CAA at home. We will lay the big number with them. James Madison is 7-19 ATS in their last 26 games. Hofstra is 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games as a favorite. Hofstra is 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games played on Saturday. The Pride will complete the season sweep of the Dukes and get some hardware as well.
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02-29-20 |
Notre Dame -2 v. Wake Forest |
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73-84 |
Loss |
-102 |
4 h 18 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #682 Notre Dame -2 over Wake Forest (4p.m., Saturday, February 29 ACCNX) We used Florida State last week fading NC State after they beat Duke. We will follow that trend again on Saturday, as Wake Forest is coming off a double overtime victory against Duke last time out. Notre Dame is the better coached and better all-around team. The favorite is 5-2 ATS in their last 7 meetings between Notre Dame and Wake Forest. The Fighting Irish were 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games.
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02-29-20 |
Florida State v. Clemson +3.5 |
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69-70 |
Win
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100 |
2 h 21 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #634 Clemson +3.5 over Florida State (2p.m., Saturday, February 29 ACCNX) The Seminoles have been living well of late and they cannot continue to get down big in first halves and win games. In their last two games they had to mount a big second half in order to win but that will not be the case if it occurs today against Clemson. The Tigers have some impressive wins at home this season and I believe they will be able to take this game down to the wire as well. The home team is 6-2 ATS (1 push) in the last 9 games between Florida State and Clemson.
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02-28-20 |
Wizards v. Jazz UNDER 232.5 |
Top |
119-129 |
Loss |
-106 |
8 h 12 m |
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The under has been a strong trend in this rare series, but over many years it is 15-7 in the last 22 meetings. The Jazz have lost four straight and really need to stop the bleeding. They are big favorites tonight and this is a good game for them to get back on the winning track. We think they really focus on lock-down defense tonight and we think they will get the job done on the defensive end. They have to put in the effort tonight as a loss here would be really bad.
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02-27-20 |
San Diego v. Gonzaga UNDER 149.5 |
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59-94 |
Loss |
-110 |
10 h 59 m |
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3 Unit Play. Take #655 Under in San Diego @ Gonzaga (9p.m., Thursday, February 27 ROOT Sports) This game is going to be a blowout and Gonzaga will score points at will. But they same cannot be said for the Toreros, as their goal is just to not get embarrassed. San Diego has gone under the posted total in 23 of their last 33 games (1 push) played on Thursday. Gonzaga has gone under the posted total in 6 of their last 8 games against teams with a losing record.
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02-27-20 |
Towson +7.5 v. Hofstra |
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76-65 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 58 m |
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3 Unit Play. Take #605 Towson over Hofstra (7p.m., Thursday, February 27) The Pride have been on a roll of late winning 8 straight games. They just need 1 victory in their final two games to clinch the regular season CAA standing. I expect this to be a battle tonight and the deficit to be under single digits. Towson has won 3 of their last 4 games. Towson are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games. Hofstra is 15-34 ATS (2 pushes) in their last 51 home games vs teams with a winning road record. The road team is 19-7 ATS (2 pushes) in the last 28 games between Towson and Hofstra.
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02-27-20 |
Wisconsin +6.5 v. Michigan |
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81-74 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 57 m |
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3 Unit Play. Take #614 Wisconsin over Michigan (7p.m., Thursday, February 27 ESPN2) Wisconsin may be due for a blowout but I just do not believe it will happen. Michigan continues to get too much respect from the oddsmakers and I do not believe they are as good as their power ratings warrant. The underdog is 15-5 ATS in the last 20 games between Wisconsin and Michigan. The Badgers are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games played on Thursday.
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02-26-20 |
Celtics v. Jazz -4.5 |
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114-103 |
Loss |
-105 |
12 h 40 m |
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2-Unit Play #518 Take Utah over Boston (10 p.m. EST, Wednesday Fab 26) We think the Jazz are in a good spot here to get back on the winning track. They are catching the Celtics on a back-to-back while the Jazz are badly in need of a win. They were embarrassed last time out in a blowout to the Suns, and they have no choice but to put their best foot forward here. We expect them to do just that. We think they will get a comfortable win here in front of the home fans. It should not matter if Walker is in the lineup for Boston or not. --Best of Luck, Doc's Sports
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02-26-20 |
Tennessee v. Arkansas -4.5 |
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69-86 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 37 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #830 Arkansas over Tennessee (8:30p.m., Wednesday, February 26 SECN) Arkansas is whole again and needs to win game to keep their hopes of an NCAA Tournament bid alive. They have revenge for this game having gotten pounded by Tennessee on 2/11. But that came without Isaiah Joe, who showed no rest returning Saturday to score 21 points after a 3-week layoff. This is the Volunteers second straight road game and they seem to struggle to close out games against good teams. That will be the case again today with Arkansas pulling away to win this game by 7-8 points. Tennessee is 1-7 ATS (1 push) in their last 9 games played on Wednesday. Arkansas is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 home games against teams with a losing road record. The home team is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 matchups between Tennessee and Arkansas.
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02-25-20 |
Celtics -7 v. Blazers |
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118-106 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 21 m |
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Both teams are missing star players here, but the loss of Walker hurts less than the loss of Lillard because the Celtics have a much deeper and more talented team. Boston has been one of the better bets in the NBA the last few years, and that is because of the great team basketball and solid defense they play. Boston has been trending to the over, but we don’t see the Blazers doing anything special on offense tonight and we think this is an inflated total tonight.
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02-25-20 |
Celtics v. Blazers UNDER 223.5 |
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118-106 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 21 m |
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Both teams are missing star players here, but the loss of Walker hurts less than the loss of Lillard because the Celtics have a much deeper and more talented team. Boston has been one of the better bets in the NBA the last few years, and that is because of the great team basketball and solid defense they play. Boston has been trending to the over, but we don’t see the Blazers doing anything special on offense tonight and we think this is an inflated total tonight.
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02-25-20 |
Nevada v. Wyoming OVER 138 |
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73-68 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 11 m |
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4 Unit Play. Take #642 Over in Nevada @ Wyoming (9p.m., Tuesday, February 25 ATTSN) Nevada is been allowing teams to shoot high percentages against them and expect that to be the case again on Tuesday. A bad shooting Fresno State team shot 40% from the three-point line last Saturday and expect Wyoming to find similar success. Nevada is 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games. Wyoming has gone over the posted total in their last 4 games.
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