20* SHARP PLAY on Knicks -1 -101

The Knicks (-1) are worth a look here at basically a pick'em on the road against the Pistons. New York has caught fire here before the all-star break. Knicks have won 6 of 8 and are a dominant 9-2-1 ATS in their last 12 games. The books can be slow to adjust the numbers on a bad team like NY, as the public typically takes a while to get on board. With how bad the Pistons have been playing, you got to roll the dice with the Knicks in this one. Play New York -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -3 -105

The Celtics (-3) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Pacers. I know Boston hasn't exactly been playing great of late, but this is just too good a price to pass up with them at home. Celtics are 14-4 ATS last 18 games after failing to cover in 3 straight and have won 4 straight at home against Indiana. Play Boston -3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +8½ -109

The Lakers (+8.5) are worth a look here as a near double-digit dog against the Jazz in Wednesday's NBA action. I don't know if LA will have enough here to get the win, but I definitely think they will keep it within the number. We are getting a great price here on the Lakers because of them being a bit undervalued after 3 straight losses, all as a favorite. You also have Utah way overvalued right now because of how dominant they have been for basically all of 2021. Play the Lakers +8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +2½ -100

The Pistons (+2.5) are worth a look here as a small road dog against the Magic in Tuesday's NBA action. These two teams just played each other on Sunday in Orlando and the Magic were able to hold on for a 105-96 win. Never easy beating the same team twice in a row and there's reason to be optimistic that Detroit can get their revenge, as they shot a miserable 37.4% in the loss. To shoot that badly and only lose by 9 definitely suggests they can win the rematch. Play the Pistons +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +6½ -105

The Blazers (+6.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the Suns in Monday's NBA action. Portland is coming off a 111-118 loss at home to the Wizards as 4-point favorite, but are still a very strong 6-1 SU and 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games. The strong ATS run goes back even further, as they are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 games. Phoenix has also been a great bet of late, covering 11 of their last 13, but the books have definitely inflated the number on the Suns in this one. Play Portland +6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Clippers -5 -105

The Clippers (-5) are worth a look here as a relatively small home favorite against the Nets. Los Angeles got back their two best players in Leonard and George in their last game and with those two they beat the red-hot Jazz 116-112. Brooklyn is also coming in off a big road win, as they defeated the Lakers 109-98. Thing is the Nets are still without Durant and while the duo of Irving and Harden was enough against a Lakers team that was without Anthony Davis, I don't think it will be enough against the Clippers. Look for the Nets defense to really get exposed in this one and LA is one of the few teams who can matchup defensively with the Nets stars. Play the Clippers -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Kings -2 -105

The Kings (-2) are worth a look here as a slim 2-point road favorite against the Bulls in Saturday's NBA action. Great spot here to fade Chicago. Bulls will be in the second game of a back-to-back after a huge game last night against the Eastern Conference leaders in the 76ers. Don't be afraid of the fact that the Kings have dropped 5 straight. They are the much more rested team and have covered 16 of their last 21 trips to Chicago. Play the Kings -2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +5 -110

The Pistons (+5) are worth a look here as a road dog against the Grizzlies in Friday's NBA action. Detroit is a team the public doesn't want anything to do with and because of that they are often showing great value against the spread. It's played right into the Pistons going a very strong 8-4-1 ATS in their last 13 games. Detroit has really fared well against strong offensive teams like Memphis that shoot it well. They are 13-3 ATS last 16 vs teams who shoot 36% or better from behind the 3-point line and 14-4 ATS last 17 vs teams who shoot 46% or better from the field. Play Detroit +5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -5½ -105

The Bucks (-5.5) are worth a look here as a home favorite against the Raptors in Tuesday's NBA action. I feel like we are getting quite the discount on Milwaukee at home in this one. We know the Bucks are going to be motivated after losing 3 straight to finish up their 6 game road trip. Milwaukee is 9-2 on their home floor, where they are winning by an average of 13.5 ppg. Toronto has been playing better of late, but have dropped their last two and just aren't good enough defensively to have a realistic shot of keeping this close. Play the Bucks -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers +6½ -105

The 76ers (+6.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the red-hot Jazz. Pretty big number here for Philadelphia to be catching. I know Utah has won 18 of their last 19 and are 17-2 ATS during this run, but this is far from an ideal spot for the Jazz playing what will be their 3rd game in 4 nights. Utah also has two massive road games at the Clippers on deck Wednesday and Friday. I not only think the 76ers can keep it close, but I wouldn't be shocked at all if they won this game outright. Play Philadelphia +6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +4½ -100

Portland (+4.5) is worth a look here as a road dog against the Mavericks. The Blazers continue to play well despite being down two of their top starters in McCollum and Nurkic. They still got one of the best players in the league in Lillard and they got better depth than people give them credit for. Portland has won 3 straight and 5 of 6 overall. They have also gone a dominant 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. Mavs have been playing better, but they are just 2-9 ATS in their last 11. Play the Blazers +4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers -4½ -105

The Blazers (-4.5) are worth a look here as a relatively small home favorite against the Cavs. I think we are getting quite the discount here with Portland. I get the Blazers are off a huge upset win last night against the 76ers, but they have now won 4 of their last 5 and most importantly they are playing a Cavs team that is an absolute mess right now. Cleveland has lost 5 straight and are 1-7 SU and 0-8 ATS over their last 8 games. Play the Blazers -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +5½ -105

The Blazers (+5.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced home dog against the 76ers in Thursday's NBA action. Portland continues to get undervalued by the books because of them being down a few key players to injury. Blazers have gone 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games and one of those was a 121-105 win at Philadelphia as a 10-point dog. 76ers have won and covered 6 of 7, but are now in game 2 of a 4-game west coast trip. Philly is a mere 3-12 ATS last 15 road games when playing their 2nd game in 5 days and just 9-21 ATS last 30 as a road favorite of 6 or less. Play the Blazers +5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks +4 -104

The Hawks (+4) are worth a look as a road dog against the Mavs in Wednesday's NBA action. The betting public keeps backing this Dallas team, despite the fact that they keep failing to cover. The Mavs are a mere 1-9 ATS over their last 10 games. Their lone cover during this stretch did come against these Hawks last week, but I like the revenge angle here for Atlanta. Mavs are also just 1-8 ATS this season as a home favorite and 0-7 ATS in their last 7 at home when playing at least their 6th game in 10 days. Play the Hawks +4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers -4½ -105

The (76ers -4.5) are worth a look here as a relatively small road favorite against the Kings in Tuesday's NBA action. Sacramento comes into this game on quite the run, as the Kings are 7-1 SU and 8-0 ATS in their last 8 games. A lot of good fortune has played a part in their recent surge. Each of their last 3 and 4 of their last 5 wins have come by 5 or fewer points. They also benefited a lot during this stretch catching teams in bad spots. That's not the case here, as the 76ers are playing on 2 days of rest. Philly has also been covering at a high rate of late, cashing a winning ticket in 5 of their last 6. Play the 76ers -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors -2½ -102

The Raptors (-2.5) are worth a look here as a small road favorite against the Grizzlies. Toronto had won 3 straight before laying an egg at Atlanta following their big win over Brooklyn. I expect the Raptors to get back on track against Memphis. The Grizzlies had it going for a while, but they have lost 3 straight and continue to be hit hard with injuries. Play the Raptors -2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat -5½ -105

The Heat (-5.5) are worth a look here as a road favorite at the Knicks in Sunday's NBA action. Miami is finally starting to get healthy and while they are still down a few guys, they got more than enough to put away New York on the road. Miami needs every win they can get to get back in the mix and I love the fact that they are coming off one of their best games of the season in Friday's 27 point win over the Wizards. Knicks have won two straight, but are playing on no rest. I just don't see NY being up to the challenge in this one. Play the Heat -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Magic +2 -105

The Magic (+2) are worth a look here as a home dog against the Bulls in Friday's NBA action. I know Orlando comes in having lost 4 straight and are just 2-12 SU in their last 14, but they should not be a home dog to Chicago. The Bulls aren't playing any better at the moment, as they have lost 4 of their last 5 and continue to find ways to lose games late. Chicago is a mere 2-6 ATS last 8 games as a favorite and are just 1-5 ATS last 6 as a road favorite. Play the Magic +2

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -5 -105

The Lakers (-5) is worth a look here as a relatively short home favorite against the Nuggets. I just think because LA is just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 and coming off that long road trip, we are getting them at a discount here. Not to mention Denver is getting some love as well, as they have won 6 of their last 7 and covered the number in 6 of those. Knowing how bad Denver wants this game given LA knocked them out of the Western Conference Finals, I think it will add a little extra incentive for the Lakers to show up. It's a primetime game on TNT. Play the Lakers -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets -4½ -110

The Rockets (-4.5) are worth a look here as a road favorite against the Thunder. This will be a rematch from Monday, which Houston won 136-106. Rockets have now won 6 straight and are 5-1 ATS during this stretch. While Houston is expected to rest John Wall, OKC will be without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and George Hill. I think those losses for the Thunder are much bigger, as the Rockets have a lot more fire-power than they get credit for. I don't think it will be quite the blowout as the first meeting, but I do think the Rockets win here and cover easy. Play Houston -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +2 -105

The Blazers (+2) are worth a look here as a small road dog against the Wizards in Tuesday's NBA action. Most will be looking to fade Portland in this spot, as the Blazers are dealing with a number of big injuries and are playing on no rest after an ugly 106-134 loss at Milwaukee last night. Good thing about last night's blowout loss to the Bucks is that it wasn't close, which allowed Portland to not overextend the minutes of their key guys. I just don't think the Wizards should be favored here, even at home. Washington is off a big win against the Nets, but are just 4-12 overall and if anything are more likely to come out flat after that big win than build on it. Play the Blazers +2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +11 -110

The Blazers (+11) are worth a look here as a double-digit dog against the Bucks in Monday's NBA action. Portland is coming off a thrilling 123-111 win at Chicago on Saturday and while they are playing shorthanded, they haven't let that deter them. As for the Bucks, they seem to be in a bit of a funk right now. Milwaukee followed up a upset loss at New Orleans as a 6.5-point favorite with a 114-126 loss at Charlotte as a 9-point favorite. Bucks probably win here, but I look for it to be much closer than the number set by the books. Play the Blazers +11! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Knicks +8 -105

The Knicks (+8) are worth a look here as a near double-digit home dog against the Clippers in Sunday's NBA action. A lot of people might be quick to back LA given they are expected to get back both Leonard and George, but I don't like this spot at all for the Clippers. LA is playing their 3rd road game in 4 days and are in a massive lookahead spot with Tuesday's big game at Brooklyn on deck. New York has also been playing well here of late going 4-3 SU and 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games. Play the Knicks +8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pacers vs Hornets under 220½ -110

The UNDER (220.5) is worth a look in Friday's NBA action between the Hornets and Pacers. This a quick rematch between these two teams, as they played at Charlotte on Wednesday. That game just barely eclipsed the total of 220.5 as Indiana won 116-106. The quick turnaround should favor the defense, as both teams will have a great idea of what the other wants to do offensively. These are also two teams that have to be running on fumes. Both are playing their 4th game in the last 6 days, which should slow the pace down some. Play the UNDER 220.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +2½ -105

The Pistons (+2.5) are worth a look here as a small road dog against the Cavs in Wednesday's NBA action. Most are going to be quick to lay the short number here with Cleveland at home against a Detroit team that is just 4-13, but I really don't like the spot here at at all for the Cavs, who just put everything they had into Monday's home game against the Lakers. I also like the fact that the Pistons are coming into this game with some momentum off a 119-014 upset win against the 76ers. Play Detroit +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Thunder vs Blazers under 223 -105

The UNDER (223) is worth a look here in Monday's NBA action between the Thunder and the Blazers. I just don't see the game being played at the pace needed to eclipse this number. Both teams will be playing on no rest. OKC was at the Clippers on Sunday while the Blazers hosted the Knicks. Thunder already aren't shooting it well and Portland is a 1 man show right now with Lillard, as they continue to be without McCollum, Nurkic and Collins. Play the UNDER 223! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets vs Suns over 218½ -106

The OVER (218.5) is worth a look in Saturday's NBA action that has the Suns hosting the Nuggets. These two played each other last night and easily went over the total of 219.5, as they combined for 156 points. Both teams shot over 50% from the field. The books simply haven't adjusted enough here as these two should reash 220 with no problem, as I don't see either team being all that motivated defensively on no rest. Play the OVER 218.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns -1 -105

The Suns (-1) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Nuggets in Friday's NBA action. This is just too good a price to pass up with Phoenix at home. Denver has been overvalued a lot early on this season and this feels like another one of those games where they are getting too much respect. Nuggets are just 5-9 ATS in their 14 games. Suns are 8-5 SU and 8-5 ATS, but have only played 4 of their 13 games so far at home. Phoenix is 3-1 SU and 3-1 ATS at home. Play the Suns -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -1 -100

The Bucks (-1) are worth a look here at basically a pick'em on their home floor against the Lakers. LA is a great team and the public will definitely be on them here off a loss in their last game, but this is just too good a price to pass up with Milwaukee at home. As much as the Lakers will want to get back in the win column, there's no doubt this game means so much more to the Bucks. Lakers have not performed well on the road vs Eastern Conference teams, as they are just 4-13 ATS the last 2 seasons. Play Milwaukee -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +6 -101

The Pistons (+6) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the Hawks. Detroit is just not a team the betting public likes to play and it has them showing value right now. Pistons are a strong 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 games. As for the Hawks, they are a team that's way overvalued right now. Atlanta is 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games. This team shouldn't be laying this kind of number against any team right now. Play the Pistons +6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets -9½ -105

The Nuggets (-9.5) are worth a look here as a big home favorite against Oklahoma City in Tuesday's NBA action. For starters, the books are begging you take to take the Thunder and the public is taking the bait. Denver has played better of late, but not to where they should be laying double-digits. That tells me the books really like the Nuggets here. Denver has owned OKC of late, they are 6-1 SU and 6-1 ATS against the Thunder over the last 3 seasons. Play the Nuggets -9.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks -8 -105

The Hawks (-8) are worth a look here as a big home favorite against the Timberwolves in Monday's NBA action. Minnesota just can't catch a break as they are once again without their best player in Karl-Anthony Towns, who is out with Covid. They are also going to be without Ricky Rubio and Juancho Hernangomez. Whenever Towns has been out this team has really struggled to just be competitive. As bad as Atlanta has been playing this is a team they can make easy work of at home and they got no choice but to show up with how much they need to get this thing turned around. Play the Hawks -8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs -7 -105

The Mavs (-7) are worth a look here as a relatively big home favorite against the Bulls. This is a big time play against Chicago in a very tough situational spot. Not only is this the final game of a long 6-game road trip out west, but the Bulls are coming off a brutal 2nd half collapse in a 125-127 OT loss at OKC on Friday. I just don't think Chicago will be up for the challenge here. Play the Mavs -7! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -6 -105

The Jazz (-6) are worth a look as a relatively cheap home favorite against the Hawks. Atlanta has really fallen off since their hot start and while they come in off a win at home against the 76ers, that was a depleted Philadelphia team they took down. Not to mention they shot just 37.4% from the field in the win, marking their 3rd straight game where they shot worse than 38%. Utah on the other hand is rolling. The Jazz have have won and covered 3 straight and are getting it done on both sides of the ball. Play Utah -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Clippers -6 -105

The Clippers (-6) are worth a look here as a home favorite against the Pelicans in Wednesday's NBA action. While LA has been hit or miss here of late, I'm confident the Clippers will show up with a big effort here in a game that will be televised on ESPN. You also have to look at how New Orleans is playing right now and it's not good. Pelicans have lost 3 straight and are a disappointing 4-5 overall. We know they will be without starting point guard Lonzo Ball and there's a chance they could be without both starters in the backcourt, as shooting guard Eric Bledsoe is questionable to play. Play the Clippers -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Spurs vs Thunder over 216 -105

The OVER (216) is worth a look in Tuesday's NBA action between the Spurs and Thunder. I believe we are catching value with the number here due to the fact that San Antonio comes in off a dreadfully low-scoring game against the Timberwolves, which Minnesota won 96-88. Big thing to note is that was a rematch from the day before and the two had combined for 247 points in the first meeting. OKC just put up 129 in their last game at Brooklyn and likely aren't going to be playing much defense in a big flat spot as they just finished up a 5-game road trip. OVER is 13-1 in the Spurs last 14 road game with a line of +3 to -3. Play the OVER 216! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hornets -4 -105

The Hornets (-4) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Knicks. While these two teams come into this game with the same 5-5 record, but they are headed in different directions. Charlotte has won and covered 3 straight and are averaging 111.0 ppg in this stretch. The Knicks have lost and failed to cover each of their last 2 and scored a mere 89 points in both games. I'll take the better team at this price all day long. Play the Hornets -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +7½ -105

The Pistons (+7.5) are worth a look here as a pretty sizeable home dog against the Jazz. Detroit just pulled off a big upset win at home in their last game, beating the Suns 110-105 as a 8-point dog. It was the Pistons 4th cover in their last 5 games. Utah comes in off a huge upset win at Milwaukee, but with the Jazz on just 1 day of rest and playing their 5th straight on the road, I look for them to struggle to muster up the energy needed to turn this into a blowout. Look for Detroit to keep it close and maybe pull off the upset. Play the Pistons +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pacers -2½ -109

The Pacers (-2.5) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Suns in Saturday's NBA action. For whatever reason the books just don't want to give this Indiana team the respect they deserve. Pacers are 6-2 SU and 6-2 ATS in their first 8 games They couldn't be catching Phoenix in a better spot, as the Suns will be playing their second straight on the road on no rest after last night's OT loss at Detroit. While Phoenix will be running on fumes, the Pacers are playing on two days rest and have had to do almost no traveling early, as this is their 6th home game in their last 7 contests. Play Indiana -2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +7 -100

The Pistons (+7) are worth a look as a home dog against the Suns in Friday's NBA action. Really look for Phoenix to struggle to get up for this game against a Detroit team that is just 1-7 on the season. Making it even harder to get up for the Pistons is the fact that this is the first of a back-to-back for the Suns with a much bigger game on deck against a red-hot Pacers team. Pistons are getting healthy for this one with Rose and Josh Jackson expected back. They might not have what it takes to win, but I fully expect them to give Phoenix a run for their money. Play Detroit +7! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers -2 -106

The 76ers (-2) are worth a look as a small road favorite against the Nets on Thursday. Philadelphia will be playing in the second game of a back-to-back, but that's not as big of a setback as Brooklyn playing without Kevin Durant. 76ers are also 7-1 to start the season and have covered 4 of their last 5. This line should be more. Play Philadelphia -2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Thunder vs Pelicans over 213½ +104

The OVER (213.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action that has the Pelicans hosting the Thunder. After a slow start New Orleans has got their offense going in their last 3 games, scoring 113 at OKC, 120 at home against the Raptors and 116 at home against the Pacers. Thunder have allowed 110 or more in 4 of their last 5. With the Pelicans defense not figuring to be as stingy coming off an OT game on Monday, this one should easily eclipse the mark. Play the OVER 213.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -2 -102

The Nets (-2) are worth a look at home against the Jazz. There's a chance Brooklyn will be without KD, as he's potentially facing a 7-day quarantine for Covid exposure, but even without him I like the Nets to win and cover against Utah. The Nets are going to come out fired up after losing 4 of their last 5 and are catching the Jazz in a tough spot playing their second road game in 3 days after playing at SA on Sunday. Utah is just 12-31 ATS last 43 games on the road vs top tier teams that are shooting 46% or better from the field, while also holding opponents to 43% or worse from the field. Play the Nets -2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks -6 -100

Atlanta (-6) is worth a look as they host the Knicks in Monday's NBA action. The Hawks are showing value here coming off an ugly 91-96 loss to the Cavs on Saturday. While that's a game Atlanta probably should have won, them not producing at their normal level shouldn't have come as a surprise. That was an awful spot for the Hawks playing on no rest after laying it all on the line for a second straight game against the Nets. The Knicks are 3-3 to start the year, which is a bit of a surprise, but also nothing to overreact to. The talent simply isn't there. Look for Atlanta to rebound and win here with relative ease. Play the Hawks -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +11 -109

The Grizzlies (+11) are worth a look as a double-digit dog against the Lakers. Memphis showed they aren't going to just lay down after losing star point guard Ja Morant to an injury, as they just went on the road and blasted the Hornets 108-93 in their last game. The Lakers have won 4 of 5 and are just so much better than a lot of the teams they play. This just feels like one of those games where they just go through the motions for 3 quarters and try to pull out a win late. Play the Grizzlies +11! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Kings +4½ -100

The Kings (+4.5) is worth a look in Saturday's NBA action that has them playing at Houston for the second consecutive game. Sacramento came up painfully short in a 3-point loss on Thursday, but I like them to not only come back and cover in the rematch, but win this game outright. Rockets are still learning how to play together with all the new pieces and they just don't play enough defense to be trusted. Play the Kings +4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers -4 -110

The Blazers (-4) are worth a look here as a relatively small road favorite against the Warriors. Even with Draymond Green set to play for Golden State, this is just not a good team right now. They simply aren't shooting the ball well from behind the 3-point line. That includes Steph Curry. Wiggins and Oubre Jr are jacking it up all over the place and not producing. Wiggins is shooting 36.8% from the field and Oubre is a pathetic 26% from the field. Portland just has too much fire-power with Lillard and McCollum. Play the Blazers -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers -2½ -105

The 76ers (-2.5) are worth a look here as a small road favorite against the Magic on Thursday. Orlando has started out 4-0 and are starting to get some buzz, but let's not overreact. The Magic beat the Heat in their opener, but the other 3 wins are against sub-par teams with two coming against an awful Wizards team. 76ers have won 3 of 4 and are just the better team and this is a great price to back them here. Play Philadelphia -2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -6½ +102

The Nets (-6.5) are worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action that has Brooklyn hosting the Hawks. While Atlanta has been impressive in their 3-0 start, their 3 wins have come against the Bulls, Grizzlies and Pistons. The fact that the Hawks are undefeated and that the Nets have lost their last two games, pretty much guarantees we get a max effort from Brooklyn in this one. I just don't think the Hawks will be able to keep pace, as this Nets team can really lock you down defensively when they are engaged. Play the Nets -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wizards -4 -112

The Wizards (-4) are worth a look as a small home favorite against the Bulls. I'm not sure why Washington isn't favored by more in this matchup. While both teams are 0-3 to start the season, Wizards have been much more competitive in their defeats. Not to mention all 3 of the Bulls losses came on their home floor. Chicago just doesn't play enough defense to be taken seriously on the road against any team. Play Washington -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +8½ -110

The Pistons (+8.5) are worth a look here as a big road dog against the Hawks. The betting public is going to see that Detroit is going to be sitting out both Blake Griffin and Derrick Rose and run to the ticket window to lay the big number with Atlanta, but the books know this. Pistons aren't just going to lay down and the Hawks are primed for a letdown in this spot. Atlanta will have a hard time taking this game seriously with Griffin and Rose out and they got two big games at Brooklyn on deck Wednesday and Friday. Play Detroit +8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pelicans -5 -105

New Orleans (-5) is worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Spurs. This Pelicans team should be a big factor in the Western Conference this year with a healthy Zion Williamson. New Orleans got the season started off with a big 113-99 win at Toronto as a 4-point dog, but lost on Christmas Day to a really good Miami team on the road. Pelicans finally get to play at home and should take care of a Spurs team that has looked good, but are playing their 3rd game in 5 days and second of back-to-back. Play New Orleans -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons -2 -105

The Pistons (-2) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Cavs. I just think this is a great price to back Detroit and the perfect spot to fade Cleveland off their opening win over what figures to be an awful Charlotte team. Pistons outshot the T-Wolves in their opener, but Minnesota made 24 free throws to the Pistons 3. That won't happen again here. Play Detroit -2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pelicans +5 -100

The Pelicans (+5) are worth a look in the first of 5 NBA games on Christmas Day. There's plenty of hype with New Orleans this year with Zion Williamson a full go from the start, but clearly they still got some work to do to get some respect from the books. Part of it here is they are facing the reigning Eastern Conference champs in Miami. That's just it, the Heat just played in the Finals what seems like yesterday. They looked a little flat in their opening loss to the Magic and it could take a minute before they get back to playing like they did in the postseason. Pelicans are the more hungry team right now. Play New Orleans +5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks -3½ -115

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20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers vs Heat over 214 -110

The OVER (214) is worth a look in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. These two combined for 219 in Game 5. All but one game in this series has seen at least 214 points OVER has gone 14-3 in Heat's last 17 off a win by 6 or less. Play the OVER 214! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat +7½ -110

The Heat (+7.5) are worth a look in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The Lakers are a massive public play in this one, as they have been in every game this series. LA is definitely the better team, but the number here is just too high. The Heat have shown they can compete. They won Game 3 going away and were a few breaks away from this thing being 2-2 instead of the Lakers leading 3-1. Wouldn't be surprised at all if Miami won this game. Play the Heat +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat +9½ -105

The Heat (+9.5) are worth a look in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. After the Lakers had another convincing win in Game 2, just about everyone has given LA the title. I agree. The Lakers are going to win this series. That doesn't mean they are going to win this game and it certainly doesn't mean that this one will be as lopsided as the first two. One thing about this Miami team is they will not go down without a fight. If LA lapses at all, they could win this game. Play the Heat +9.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat vs Lakers under 217 -105

The UNDER (217) is worth a look in Game 2 Friday night between the Lakers and Heat. Game 1 stayed under the mark, finishing at 214. I expect an even lower scoring Game 2. Miami is down to of their top offensive weapons in Adebayo and Dragic. These two teams also now have a much better understanding of what the other is trying to do offensively. You also got two really good defensive teams in this series. Play the UNDER 217! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat +5 -105

The Heat (+5) are worth a look in Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Lakers. LA might have the two best players on the floor in LeBron and AD, but there's no question that Miami has the better depth across the board. I just think the Lakers dynamic has to be so good for them to compete with this Heat attack. Miami gets hot from 3 and there's not a lot you can do. I think they give LA all they can handle in Game 1. Play the Heat +5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -3 -110

The Celtics (-3) are worth a look here as slim favorite in Game 4. Boston has had a double-digit lead in every game in the series. They lost the first two and then won in the first game with Hayward back in the lineup. Celtics defense has also gotten better with each game and now Brad Stevens has had 3 days to make even more adjustments. Play the Celtics -3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets +7½ +102

The Nuggets (+7.5) are worth a look in Game 2 against the Lakers. Denver ended up getting blown out in Game 1, but there were some positives. They didn't have Jokic for almost the entire 2nd quarter and only trailed by 11 at the half. They weren't getting the benefit of the call and were really sloppy with the ball (16 turnovers). As bad as they played they still shot 49% from the field and only made 9 3-pointers. I don't if they win, but I think they keep it close. Play the Nuggets +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -6½ -108

The Lakers (-6.5) are worth a look in Game 1 against the Nuggets. I know LA has not been great in Game 1's so far, losing the series opener against both the Blazers and Rockets. With that said, this is now the Western Conference Finals and with the Clippers and Bucks out of the way, the stage is set for the Lakers to win it all. I expect they show up looking to make a statement. As for the Nuggets, they could be in store for a letdown after just playing a Game 7 vs the Clippers. Play the Lakers -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat vs Celtics over 209½ -110

The OVER (209.5) is worth a look in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Both teams should have fresh legs in this one, which I think will not only lead to a faster pace, but also better shooting from behind the 3-point line. Both teams could also be lacking the defensive intensity in this one. Miami hasn't played in a week and Boston just played a grueling 7 game series against the Raptors. Play the OVER 209.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors +2½ -105

The Raptors (+2.5) are worth a look as small dog in Game 7 against the Celtics. I just trust Toronto a lot more in this spot. Boston looked liked the better team early, but have really given this series away. Raptors really shot well from deep in Game 6 (40.4%). If they shoot close to that in this one, they win this one working. 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -5 -105

The Lakers (-5) are worth a look in Game 4 against the Rockets. This feels like a repeat of the first round for LA. Lakers dropped Game 1 against the Blazers and then rolled of 4 straight. They lost Game 1 to Houston and have responded by winning the last two. LA shot just 42% in Game 1 against the Rockets. They hit 57% in Game 2 and 55% in Game 3. They have the Rockets defense figured out and are so good at defending the 3-ball. Houston also really misses House. Play the Lakers -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors +3 -100

The Raptors (+3) are worth a look as a dog in Game 6 against Boston. After the way the Celtics dominated Game 5 to take a 3-2 series lead, the betting public can't get enough of Boston in Game 6. I just don't think it's going to be that easy. This Raptors team has a lot of fight in them and I think they find a way to send this to a Game 7. Play Toronto +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks +3½ -105

The Bucks (+3.5) are worth a look as a small dog in Game 5 against the Heat. Milwaukee was able to avoid the sweep with a win in Game 4 and did so without their best player for the majority of the game. With or without Antetokounmpo in Game 5, I like them to win this game outright. Play the Bucks +3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Clippers -7½ -110

The Clippers (-7.5) are worth a look in Game 3 against the Nuggets. LA had their way in a 120-97 win in Game 1. It certainly looked like the Clippers took their foot off the gas to start out Game 2. They stepped it up a notch in the 2nd half. They nearly pulled out a win, but had simply dug themselves too big a hole. Nuggets only had 38 points in the 2nd half! LA won't be messing around with the series now tied 1-1. Play the Clippers -7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks vs Heat under 220 -110

The UNDER (220) is worth a look in Game 4 between the Heat and Bucks. It's well known that no team has come back from a 3-0 deficit. While the series may be over, I don't see Milwaukee going down without a fight. Bucks have the talent to pull this feat off. Miami on the other hand could have a hard time locking and maybe just aren't quite as sharp on the offensive end as they have been in the first 3. Play the UNDER 220! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets +9 -104

The Nuggets (+9) are worth a look here in Game 2 against the Clippers. Denver just didn't have anything left in the tank for Game 1 of this series, as they were just two days away from a grueling 7-game series against the Jazz. One in which they won after trailing 3-1 in the series. I expect to see a much effort and performance out of the Nuggets in Game 2. Play Denver +9! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets +7 -115

The Rockets (+7) are worth a look here in Game 1 against the Lakers. I think there's some that will be looking to fade Houston fresh off a Game 7 against OKC, but I see too much value to pass up. Rockets really matchup well with Los Angeles. They should have a huge advantage at the 3-point line in this series. I don't know if they win the game, but I expect this to come right down to the wire. Play the Rockets +7! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -4½ -110

The Bucks (-4.5) are worth a look in Game 2 against the Heat. Miami surprised a lot of people with their 115-104 win in Game 1. I like this Heat team a lot, but the Bucks are a great team. I'm confident Milwaukee responds in a big way to even up the series at 1-1. Keep in mind that they started out great in Game 1, as they led 40-29 at the end of the 1st quarter. They also shot just 53.8% from the free throw line and had 19 turnovers. Play the Bucks -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics +1½ -103

The Celtics (+1.5) are worth a look here as a dog in Game 2 against the Raptors. Boston completely dominated Toronto in a 112-94 Game 1 win. The Celtics defense made life absolutely miserable for the Raptors. Toronto shot just 37% from the field. Boston has owned the Raptors all season and I just don't see this one going a whole lot different than the first. Play the Celtics +1.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets -5½ -105

The Rockets (-5.5) are worth a shot in Game 6 against OKC. I just feel that Houston has proven they are the better team and now that they got Westbrook back this thing is over. Thunder will put up a fight early, but they simply don't have the scoring to keep pace. Another offensive night like they had in Game 5 and we will be cashing this thing by halftime. Play the Rockets -5.5!

20* SHARP PLAY on Thunder vs Rockets over 226 -110

The OVER (226) is worth a look in Saturday's Game 5 matchup between the Rockets and Thunder. Not only will Houston's Russell Westbrook be making his series debut, but these teams ended up having 4 days off since Game 4. Fresh legs should lead to some better shooting, especially from the Rockets with all those 3-pointers they take. OKC has also seemed to figure out this Houston defense. This should easily get to 230. Play the OVER 226! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz vs Nuggets under 220½ -110

The UNDER (220.5) is worth a look in Game 5 between the Nuggets and Jazz. Utah is due for some regression here, as they have now shot 50% or better from the field in 3 straight games. I get the Nuggets defense is a big part of the problem, but Utah is not as good a 3-point shooting team as we have seen in this series. If the shots don't fall for these two, the pace really isn't there for this to get over the mark. Play the UNDER 220.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pacers +7 +102

The Pacers (+7) are worth a look in Game 4 against the Heat. Miami has a commanding 3-0 series lead and I think a lot of people will just assume the Pacers will lay down given the circumstances. I just don't see that happening. Miami has been the better team, but Indiana is a few breaks away from flipping this series around. If anything I think the Heat could be the ones that don't show up with the right mindset for this one. Play the Pacers +7! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets +13 -110

The Nets (+13) are definitely worth a look in Sunday's Game 4 showdown with the Raptors. Toronto has a commanding 3-0 series lead and could find it hard to bring their "A" game to this one. Brooklyn never really had a shot from the start of the bubble, but this team has really played hard. Toronto wins, but by less than double-digits. Play the Nets +13! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers vs Blazers over 225 +101

The OVER (225) is worth a look in Game 3 on Saturday between the Lakers and Blazers. These two haven't sniffed the total in the first two games. They haven't even got to 200 combined points. All that changes in Game 3. Portland is too good a shooting team to shoot as poorly as they have in this series. As good as the Lakers are defensively, Blazers are going to shoot better than 40%. Something they haven't done yet. Lakers offense was much better in Game 2 and should continue to score against this poor Blazers defense. Play the OVER 225! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -4½ -110

The Celtics (-4.5) are worth a look in Game 3 against the 76ers. I know this is a do-or-die situation for Philadelphia down 0-2, I just don't think it matters. Boston is hands down the better team. Jason Tatum is evolving into an elite player and without Ben Simmons the 76ers really have no shot. Play Boston -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pacers +5 -110

The Pacers (+5) are worth a look in Game 2 against the Heat. Miami took Game 1 by a final of 113-101 and there's a chance Oladipo doesn't play in Game 2. I liked what I saw from Indiana after Oladipo went down. They are clearly going to be the more motivated team in Game 2. Heat are just 13-22 ATS off a game where they covered and a mere 17-36 ATS last 53 aoff a win by 10 or more. Play the Pacers +5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz vs Nuggets under 218½ -110

The UNDER (218.5) is worth a look in Game 2 between the Nuggets and Jazz. These two went off for 260 points in Game 1 (30 points in OT), but I see that as an outlier. Both teams couldn't miss. Utah shot 47% from the field and Denver hit 52%. Jazz made 16 3-pointers and Nuggets connected on 22. You also had two guys go off with Mitchell scoring 57 and Murray putting in 36. Play the UNDER 218.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pacers +4 -102

The Pacers (+4) are worth a look in Tuesday's NBA Playoff opener against the Heat. I've really been impressed with what Indiana has brought to the table in the bubble. I can't explain how, but T.J. Warren has transformed into a star. As much as I like this Heat team, I think this line should be closer to a pick'em, so there's clear value on Indiana. Play the Pacers +4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors -9½ +102

Toronto (-9.5) is worth a look in their playoff series opener against the Nets. Brooklyn played better than anyone expected in the bubble. They went 5-3 SU and 6-2 ATS (covered 6 of last 7). I just think a lot of that was teams not giving Brooklyn the respect they deserved. Toronto isn't going to make that mistake. This team is 100% locked in to get back to the NBA Finals. They dominate this one. Play the Raptors -9.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +6 -110

The Grizzlies (+6) are worth a look. Most aren't giving Memphis any shot at getting past the Blazers to face the Lakers in the first round. I believe it's created some value with the Grizzlies here. Keep in mind this is do or die only for Memphis. If they lose they are done. If Portland loses they play again tomorrow. With the way the Blazers are playing defense, this is a really big number to ask them to cover in this spot. Play Memphis +6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets +9 -110

The Nets (+9) are worth a look here as a big dog against the Blazers. Everyone is going to be wanting to play Portland because of what's at stake. I believe it's created some big time value with Brooklyn. Nets will have enough talent on the floor to be competitive. You also have to keep in mind the lack of defense Portland plays. They have given up 115 or more in all but one game. Brooklyn also a quiet 5-1 SU and 5-1 ATS over their last 6 games. Play the Nets +9! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors -6½ -110

The Raptors (-6.5) are worth a look as a middle of the pack favorite against the 76ers. Philadelphia is a bit of mess. They didn't look good early on in the bubble and have since suffered the massive loss of Ben Simmons. Embiid, Harris and Horford are all questionable for this game, which really means nothing for either side. Thing is the Raptors haven't showed signs of calling off laying down. I think Toronto makes easy work of Philadelphia in this one. Play the Raptors -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -5 +101

I'll take my chances with the Celtics (-5) cashing in a win and cover against the Grizzlies. I think we are getting a good price on Boston, as the perception out there is that they have nothing to play for with the No. 3 seed locked up. That's really nothing new and they have kept playing hard. They are also a deep team. Memphis just hasn't been great in the bubble and are not the same team without Jaren Jackson Jr. Play the Celtics -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs -2 -110

I'll take my chances here with the Mavs (-2) against the Jazz. There's a good chance both teams don't play some key guys. Utah is just 2-4 ATS in the bubble and I'm not sure they want to win. Jazz are No. 6 in the standings and would play No. 3 Denver in the first round. I would rather face the Nuggets than move up and play either the Rockets or the Thunder. Play Dallas -2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wizards vs Thunder under 225 -102

The UNDER (225) is worth a look in Sunday's NBA action between the Wizards and Thunder. Washington just doesn't have the fire-power offensively for a total of this magnitude. They come into this game having shot 43.6% or worse from the field in each of their last 3 games. They are scoring just 105.4 ppg in the bubble. Thing is, OKC hasn't been much better offensively, as they have shot 43%, 43%, and 35% in their last 3 games. Play the UNDER 225! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +4½ -105

I'll take my chances here with Portland (+4.5) to cover the spread in Saturday's NBA action against the Clippers. The Blazers have definitely been one of the more impressive teams in the bubble to this point. Portland is much better team now that they got two legit bigs in Collins and Nurkic to go along with their dynamic backcourt of Lillard and McCollum. Lillard is coming off a 45-point game against the Nuggets where he made 11 3-pointers. Clippers are just 1.5-games in front of Denver for the No. 2 seed, but there's really not a whole lot of difference in being the No. 2 or the No. 3 with no homecourt. I just feel like the Blazers are playing better and have a lot more incentive here to play well. Play Portland +4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics +3 +101

I'll take my chances with Boston (+3) as they get ready for a huge Eastern Conference showdown with the Raptors. There's a real good chance these two teams meet up in the second round of the playoffs, so I expect to see some nice intensity here. With that said, Boston does have a lot more to play for. Toronto is sitting pretty safe at the No. 2 seed. While the Celtics are No. 3, they are just 2.5 games up on Miami at No. 4. They do not want to fall back to No. 4. I also think they might be the better team. I at worst would have this at a pick'em. Play the Celtics +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns +3½ -109

The Suns +3.5 is worth a look in Thursday's NBA action. No one really thought much of this Suns team coming into the bubble, but they have been really impressive over their first 3 games. Phoenix has gone both 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS. The last two being outright wins as a 5-point dog to the Mavs and as a 9.5-point dog to the Clippers. Pacers are also 3-0 SU and ATS, but they haven't really played anyone. Their best win is against a 76ers team that has looked awful in the bubble. The other two were against the Wizards and Magic. Play the Suns +3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -4 -106

The Jazz -4 is worth a look in tonight's NBA action. Utah will be squaring off against the Grizzlies. Memphis has been a major disappointment in the bubble. Grizzlies are 0-3 SU and 0-3 ATS. All 3 of those games coming against teams on the outside looking in the Western Conference. They now have just a 1.5-game lead over the Blazers for the No. 8 seed. I look for Utah to win this game rather easily. Play the Jazz -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +5 -110

The Blazers are worth a look at +5 against the Rockets in Tuesday's MLB action. While the Blazers come in off a loss at Boston, I couldn't have been more impressed with how this team rallied from being 20+ points down to take the lead. If Portland would have had this same roster to start the year they wouldn't even be sweating to make the playoffs right now. Houston is hit or miss and I believe a bit overvalued coming off a win against the Bucks to go to 2-0 in the restart. Play the Blazers +5!