Phoenix at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Suns (+) over Lakers- putting a 4-game losing streak being them the Lakers have won their last two both at home against Portland and Golden State a blowout win where they led by 20-point after the first period and 29 at the break before coasting to a 117-91 win where most of their starters got plenty of rest in the second half. Phoenix is as hot any anybody in the league having won 5-of-6 and 14 of their last 17 overall. The Suns are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 as underdogs and 6-0 ATS in their last six as dogs on the road while the beat-up Lakers are just 5-11 ATS playing with just one days rest. Take PHOENIX!

Atlanta at Miami 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Heat- Well, it now appears that it is the Heat's turn to be the NBA's hot club as they have evened their record at 17-17 having won their last six including a 109-99 win over the Hawks on Sunday. Miami did it without Jimmy Butler and will try and do it again minus their former All-star and are just 4-9 without him including Sunday's win, but will have the return of playoff hero Tyler Herro. Atlanta who are just 4-12 SU in their last 16 games overall and let coach Lloyd Pierce go after Sunday's loss. A different face on the coaches box can't hurt and may give the Hawks a fresh look against a Miami team that is just 3-7-1 ATS as home favorites and 3-11-1 ATS st home against teams with losing road records. Take ATLANTA!

L.A. Clippers at Boston 7:30 ET

Celtics (+) over Clippers- The Celtics who just don't have the firepower of recent years past have won back-to-back games for the first time in five weeks and should have the return of Jaylen Brown who is averaging 25-points and that has got to help the punchless Bean-towners. LA is just 8-7 SU in their last 15 games overall after going 16-5 in their first 21 outings. Boston is 18-5 ATS in their last 23 as home dogs and 9-4 ATS in their last 13 home games overall. Take the CELTICS!

Denver at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Nuggets- Denver had lost 6-of-7 road games before their impressive 126-96 win at Oklahoma City making them 2-6 ATS in their last eight road games and this is the second of a current five-game road trip. Chicago had their a 3-game win streak stopped when Phoenix out-scored them 32-16 in the fourth quarter plays six of the next seven at home and as underdogs as hey are 14-6 ATS in their last 20 games overall. Bulls coach Billy Donovan chastised has club for their loose play as they committed 19 turnovers and I expect them to respond with better play here. Take CHICAGO!

Dallas at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Mavericks- Dallas is off an impressive upset win at Brooklyn Saturday ending the Nets 8-game win streak while the Magic have dropped three straight after winning 3-in-a-row. With the return of Kristaps Porzingis the Mavericks will try an improve as they are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games overall. They are also 3-9 ATS when playing with one days rest and are 2-6 ATS in their last eighty games after a SU win. The struggle Magic are 6-20-1 ATS in their last 27 games as home underdogs and are just 7-15-1 ATS in their last 23 games following a SU loss. I look for a turn-about here as the Mavericks suffer a letdown after their huge win at Brooklyn. Taker ORLANDO!

Indiana at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over 76ers- Philadelphia leads the Eastern Conference by a half-game over Brooklyn despite a loss to lowly Cleveland in overtime last time out while Indiana has lost three straight including a defeat to the Knicks in New York 110-107 Saturday. The Pacers have struggled in the final quarter of late and are 0-6 ATS in their last six games as underdogs but are 5-2 ATS in their last seven when playing against teams with winning percentage of .600 or better and they are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 visits to Philadelphia. Take INDIANA!

New York at Detroit 8:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Knicks- New York has finally made it to the breakeven mark with their win over Indiana last night and has victories in six of the last eight. Detroit in the meantime has the fewest wins in the Eastern Conference with nine in 33 games having dropped their last two and five of six. This is the second of back-to-back games for the Knicks and they have had to travel after last night's game in Madison Square Garden and they have not fared well in the second game without rest going 6-13-1 ATS in their last 20. Detroit who has loss too many is actually 10-3 ATS after a SU loss and 9-3 ATS in their last 12 home games. Take the PISTONS!

Dallas at Brooklyn 8:35 ET

Mavericks (+) over Nets- Something is going on here and I'm not quite sure what it is as this line is way out of whack. Here is Brooklyn winners of eight straight games and hosting the sub-.500 Mavericks and they are a short favorite that just about covers the home floor advantage and little else. Sure Dallas is 7-3 SU in their last 10 games after a six-game losing streak but they are one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA and the Nets are No. 1 in scoring offense, shooting 51.4% from the floor and 43.3% from the 3-point line. The Mavs are off a terrible performance against the 76ers Thursday and are 3-8 ATS after a loss and just 4-12 ATS in their last 16 games overall. This one stinks to high heaven. Take the MAVERICKS!

Portland at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Lakers (-) over Trailblazers- It doesn't look good for the Lakers who have lost four straight and 5-of-6 since losing Anthony Davis and the absence of shooting guard Dennis Schroder who tested negative but has been sidelined because of contact tracing protocols. Schroder who missed the last four of the Lakers losses is expected back Friday night and that will give the Lakers a huge life and release some of the pressure off LeBron James. Portland has now dropped three straight themselves after a season high six game win streak but are an incredible 22-8 ATS in their last 11 trips playing the Lakers in Los Angeles. This time LA gets back on track. Take LOS ANGELES!

Utah at Miami 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Jazz- Utah is running through the NBA without much of a challenge of late going 23-5 ATS in their last 28 games overall while Miami who is getting healthier have won four straight. Goren Dragic returns tonight after a nine-game absence and Tyler Herro is expected to play despite a nagging hip injury. The Heat are 8-3 SU in their last 11 overall but have struggled at home going just 2-8-1 ATS in their last 11 games as hosts mostly due to virus issues and injuries. Tonight they will be as close to full strength as they have been all season. Take MIAMI!

Phoenix at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Suns- Chicago is on a season high 3-game winning streak and will host one of the NBA's hottest teams in Phoenix who although are off a loss is 28-11 ATS in their last 39 (including 'Bubble' games last season). They are 5-1 ATS in the last six road games and 8-2 ATS as favorites in their last 10. Chicago has some impressive numbers of their own as they are 14-5 ATS in their last 19 games as underdogs and 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall. Take CHICAGO!

New Orleans at Milwaukee 9:30 ET

Bucks (-) over Pelicans- After a streak where they lost five straight the Bucks seem to have righted the ship as they have won their last three with all wins by at least double-digits. New Orleans has won their last two but are still just 2-6 ATS in their last eight games overall and are also 2-6 ATS in their last eight road games and 1-4 ATS as road underdogs. The Bucks are 6-2 ATS as home favorites in their last eight games as hosts and 21-9 ATS in their last 30 home games against teams with losing records. Take MILWAUKEE!

Washington at Denver 9:05 ET

Wizards (+) over Nuggets- Two weeks ago the Wizards looked like a lost cause with the worst record in the NBA and a team that was floundering. But, with the return of Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal's scoring rampage Washing won five straight including a home win over the Nuggets before falling to to the LA Clippers on Tuesday. Denver is off a win against Portland Tuesday after losing 3-of-4 and will be without four players tonight including starters Paul Millsap and Gary Harris as well as JaMychal Green and P.J. Dozier. Washington is 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall and 4-1 ATS in their last five games as underdogs. The Nuggets are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as favorites and the Wizards are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take WASHINGTON!

Sacramento at New York 7:30 ET

Kings (+) over Knicks- Now, hold on a second...here are the Knicks winners of 5-of-6 before a loss to Golden State a meager 1.5-point favorite at home against a Kings club that has lost eight straight while going 0-8 ATS overall. New York ranks No. 1 in defensive points allowed (103.8) while Sacramento ranks last (119.9) at No. 30. Although the Kings are just 3-17 ATS following a SU loss they are 12-4 ATS in their last 16games as road underdogs. The Knicks are 8-3 ATS at home against a team with a losing record but the Kings are 5-2 ATS in their last seven visits to New York. This one 'Don't make sense'...take SACRAMENTO!

L.A. Lakers at Utah 10:05 ET

Jazz (-) over Lakers- Can anyone tell me when the Lakers have been an underdog this size since LeBron James joined them? You can't because this is the highest number posted against then in two years and for good reason. As great as James is without A.D. The Lakers can't match Utah's firepower with five starers shooting 38% of better from beyond the arc. The Jazz have the best record in the NBA winning 21 of their last 23 SU while Los Angels has lost three straight and 4-of-5as shooting guard Dennis Schroder has joined Davis on the injury list. Although the Lakers are 16-5 ATS as underdogs they haven't faced a 'price' this high and the Jazz are 12-1 ATAS in their last 13 games as home favorites. Take UTAH!

Minnesota at Chicago 8:05 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Bulls- Minnesota lost their fifth in-a-row last night at Milwaukee 139-112 and their first under new head coach Chris Finch who came over from Toronto as an assistant. Chicago has won their last two games as they look to move toward .500. The Timberwolves have lost five straight and 9-of-10 but are 5-2-1 ATS in their last eight road games as they will get plenty of points. On a positive note they play better when the believe they have a chance of winning as they are 8-2-1 ATS in their last 11 games against teams with losing records. Not only are the Bulls 2-5 ATS after a SU win they are 1-8 ATS after of win of 10-points or more. The kicker is the T'wolves are 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take MINNESOTA!

Portland at Denver 10:00 ET

Nuggets (-) over Trailblazers- Portland how had won eight of nine have now dropped their last two with losses to the Wizards and Phoenix last night. Denver just finished a 1-3 road trip getting out-played by the Hawks in Atlanta Sunday but are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games after a SU loss. Carmelo Anthony return to the clubs that drafted him and although the Trailblazers are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 road games they are just 5-12-1 ATS in their last 18 meetings. Take DENVER!

Boston at Dallas 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Celtics- How about those Celtics blowing a 24-point second half lead to the in New Orleans Sunday losing in overtime as they just fell apart went the Pelicans started to make their run. Boston is now at .500 and the Mavericks need a win tonight to reach the breakeven mark. Dallas has now won 5-of-6 and dominated Memphis in a 102-92 win over Memphis last night that was not as close as the final might seem. Boston is 0-4 ATS in their last four road games and are 2-8 ATS as road favorites. Although Dallas is 2-10 ATS in their last 12 home games they are on the upswing while the Celtics are swooning. Take DALLAS!

Philadelphia at Toronto 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over 76ers- Toronto defeated the 76ers Sunday winning their fourth straight game for the first time this season and are over .500 for the first time this season after starting the year 1-6 and 2-8. Philadelphia is much improved on the road this year but are still 7-9 SU and are 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall. The Raptors are 7-0 ATS playing on one days rest and 4-1 ATS in their last five as underdogs. They also are 9-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings at home against the Sixers. Take TORONTO!

Miami at Oklahoma City 9:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Heat- The Heat are playing their 7th straight road game and are off a huge win over the Lakers improving to 3-3 on this trip. Miami has done this despite numerous injuries and have added one more to their wounded list as playoff hero Tyler Herro was removed in the first half against Los Angeles with a hip injury and is questionable. While the Heat are dealing with their injuries the Thunder are getting healthy with the return of Gilgeous-Alexander and Theo Maledon. Miami dominated the first meeting in South Beach winning 118-90 and OKC is looking to atone for their poor performance. The Thunder return home after three straight on the road while Miami is only 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14 games as favorites and just 2-10 ATS after a SU win. Take the THUNDER!

Portland at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (-) over Trailblazers- Phoenix returns home after a two game sweep of New Orleans and Memphis winning by a total of 49-points. Before their turnaround the Suns had lost 11 in-a-row to the Blazers but have now won two of the last three meetings. Portland had their six-game win and cover streak stopped at home by Washington 118-111 on Saturday but have played well on the road of late going 5-1 ATS in their last six but are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings. The Suns are on a great run going 27-10 ATS in their last 37 (going back to the 'bubble experience) and are 6-1 ATS in their last seven as home favorites and 16-5 ATS in their last 21 home games overall. Take PHOENIX!

Memphis at Dallas 8:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Mavericks- Dallas hasn't played in eight days and it wasn't because of virus concerns but cause by the weather that has crippled the mid and southwest. Memphis has alternated wins and losses in their last eight games and are off a loss to Phoenix last time out getting routed at home by Phoenix 128-97. The Mavericks won two of three from the Grizzlies losing when Luca Doncic sat out and Memphis lost once without Ja Morant. This will be the Mav's 7th straight home game and they had won five in-a-row before falling to Portland a week ago Sunday. Dallas covered just one of their last six home games and are 5-16 ATS in their last 21 home games including 1-9 ATS as home favorites. The Grizzlies ate 5-2 ATS in their last seven road games as underdogs. Take MEMPHIS!

Denver at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Nuggets- Denver's Jamal Murray is coming off a NBA record setting performance when he scored 50 points without attempting a free throw going 21-0f-25 from the floor including 8-of-10 from 3-point range. But, what goes up must come down. Atlanta meanwhile has dropped 5-of-6 and 8-of-10 and yet are a dog of less than a shot beyond the arc underdogs. The Nuggets are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games and are 1-5 ATS in their last six trips to Atlanta and 2-8 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Take the HAWKS!

Minnesota at New York 7:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Knicks- Boy, this one smells! Here are the Timberwolves losers of their last three and the worst NBA team on the road 3-12 SU getting less points than a long field goal from a Knicks team that is 4-1 ATS as home favorites. But, although Minnesota hasn't won much on the road they are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven away games and 8-2 ATS against a team with a SU losing record. Take MINNESOTA!

Boston at New Orleans 3:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Celtics- Boston has won 2-of-3 after a stretch where the lost 7-of-9 but I don't believe that they are back as of yet. I mean how big a deal is it to beat Atlanta at home and now they take to the road where they are just 7-9 SU on the season. They are coming off their best shooting game of the year and I don't believe that they will do it again. New Orleans has now lost 5-of-6 after a season high four-game win streak. The Celtics are 2-7 ATS in their last nine games as road favorites and are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 after a win of 10-points or more. The Pelicans are 4-1 ATS in their last five games as underdogs and will get the money here. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Washington at Portland 10:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Trailblazers- A pair of NBA scoring leaders will face-off when Bradley Beal (32.8 PPG) will matchup with Damian Lillard (29.8 PPG) tonight in Portland where the Blazers return from a three game road trip with six straight wins. Washington who has one of the worst records in the NBA have won their last three but have lost four straight in this series between these two. So I question why this line is so short as the oddsmakers are saying this game would be close to a Pick-em on a neutral court. Portland is 6-0 ATS in their last six games overall but are just 6-14-3 ATS in their last 23 Saturday games. Sort of tells me that they enjoy their Friday nights. Take WASHINGTON!

Miami at L.A Lakers 8:30 ET

Heat (+) over Lakers- Looking at this line has raised some eyebrows as the Heat are just 5-10 SU on the road and are their sixth straight road game having lost three of their last four including blowing a 24-point lead at Golden State. Add that the Heat are 0-4 ATS in their last four as underdogs and just 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games overall. The Lakers of course will be without Anthony Davis and it appears that Jimmy Butler who has had three triple-double in a row will take advantage. Take MIAMI!

Golden State at Charlotte 8:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Warriors- This is a homecoming of sorts for Stephen Curry as he returns to Charlotte where he went to high school and attended near by Davidson in college. He missed both games last season with his hand injury but was a winner they last four times he played here but the Warriors were a different team then as opposed to now. The Hornets are much healthier now with three players back from injuries and virus issues including Gordon Hayward. This is the second of back-to-back games for Golden State and they are just 5-16-1 ATS without rest. Charlotte is 19-8-2 ATS in their last 29 games as underdogs including 11-4-1 ATS as home dogs. Take the HORNETS!

Utah at LA Clippers 11:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Jazz- it has been a long time since I can recall a team in the NBA having a win and 'cover' streak like the Jazz are having right now going 20-1 straight-up and are 21-5 ATS in their last 26 games overall. Utah has five players shooting 38% or better from 3-point range and no other team in the NBA has more than two shooting that high a percentage. This is the second of back-to-back contest between these two and the Jazz won easily Wednesday night 114-96 as the Clippers were without Leonard, George and Batum. The Clippers are 11-2 ATS after a loss of 10-points or more and all good thing must come to an end. Take the CLIPPERS!

Toronto at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Raptors- Toronto just completed a two-game sweep of the Bucks in Milwaukee and are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 road games but just 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games against teams with losing records. Minnesota ended a 16-game road losing streak with a win over the Raptors last Sunday and have dropped their last two since that victory. Despite those defeats the T'Wolves are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 overall and are playing with the confidence that can propel them to another win. Take MINNESOTA!

Phoenix at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Suns- Phoenix just had their six-game winning streak stopped by Brooklyn last time out as they blew a 24-point lead as they were outscored 20-8 in the final 2:30 in the game. The Suns who are are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 road games are just 1-4 ATS as road favorites while New Orleans is 4-0 ATS in their last four as home underdogs. The Pelicans' Zion Williamson has picked up his play and is coming off a career high 36 points. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Toronto at Milwaukee 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Bucks- These two meet for the second time in thee days with Toronto taking the first meeting 115-105 as the Raptors went to 'small ball' after Kyle Lowery left the game in the third quarter with the game tied. Playing with a smaller line-up the Raptors out-rebounded the Bucks 59-46 and will most likely go with the same game plan tonight. Toronto has played well on the road going 5-2 ATS in their last seven away from home and 11-5 ATS in their last 16 as road underdogs. The slumping Bucks are 0-4 ATS in their last four games and are 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight home games. Take TORONTO!

Miami at Golden State 10:00 ET

Heat over Warriors- So, here are the Heat playing their fourth straight road games having lost their last two now a favorite at Golden State who has won three of their last four including a 30-point win their last time out. With Stephen Curry turning it on game after game and Miami struggling it is difficult to understand how the Heat opened the road favorite. Consider this the Heat are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games overall and are 0-5 ATS in their last five against teams with winning records while the Warriors are 7-2 ATS in their last nine against teams with losing records. This line makes no sense other than the fact that the Heat are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and are 5-1-2 ATS at Golden State. Take MIAMI!

Portland at New Orleans 9:00 ET

Pelicans (-) over Trailblazers- Portland is on a five game win streak and close out a three game road trip at New Orleans as the Pelicans return home after losing three of four on the road. This line looks odd as Portland is 8-2 ATS in their last 10 road games including 5-1 ATS as road underdogs while the Pelicans are 2-7 ATS as home favorites. But, the Blazers are just 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in New Orleans. Take THE PELICANS!

Atlanta at Boston 7:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Celtics- Atlanta enters this game having lost four straight and seven of eight while the Celtics are off a win over Denver after having lost four of five. The Hawks are struggling and are just 3-7 ATS as underdogs and are 2-6 ATS in their last eight games overall while Boston is 7-2 ATS as home favorites in their last nine games but are 0-6 ATS in their last six games against teams with losing records. Add that the Hawks are 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to Boston. Take ATLANTA

Brooklyn at Phoenix 10:00 ET

Suns (+) over Nets- Brooklyn played without Kevin Durant last night in Sacramento and had their best shooting game of the season as Kyrie Irving went 9-of-11 from 3-point range and James Harden was right behind him going 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. Phoenix will be playing their seventh straight home game and they are on a six-game winning streak and are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games overall. The Nets are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight road games and just 2-5 ATS after a SU win and 3-10 ATS in the second of back-to-back games. Take PHOENIX!

Toronto at Milwaukee 7:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee returns home after a six game road trip in which they closed by losing their last three while Toronto comes to the Brew City having lost their last two. The Bucks are without Jrue Holiday who is out because of COVID restrictions and are just 2-6 ATS after a straight up loss. The Raptors are 4-0 ATS in their last four playing with one days rest. Take TORONTO!

New Orleans at Memphis 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Grizzlies- Since putting together a season high four-game winning streak which included a 118-111 win over the Grizzlies the Pelicans have dropped three straight on the road surrendering 129, 143 and 123 points. Memphis won last time out over the lowly Kings but had lost five of six before that win. New Orleans believe it or not is 23-10 ATS on the road against teams with losing records and are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Take MEMPHIS!

Brooklyn at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Nets- Although the Nets seem to have the most offensive firepower in the NBA it was a question as to who is Brooklyn's point guard James Harden or Kyrie Irving but that question has been answered as Harden (11.6 assists) has taken over that role and Irving seems to have accepted the move. But, the Nets will once again be without Kevin Durant how has a strained hamstring. Brooklyn is just 3-8 ATS when favored and are 2-6 ATS on the road while the Kings are 67-1 ATS in their last seven games as underdogs. Take SACRAMENTO.

Chicago at Indiana 7:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Pacers- Indiana have won their last two and in their last outing they erased a nine-point deficit by putting together a 27-7 run that grounded the Hawks in Atlanta. The Pacers return home to loss Chicago takes to the road after three straight at home and are just 3-7 SU and ATS in their last 10 games overall. They are also 7-2 ATS in their last nine road games including 6-0 ATS as road underdogs. The Pacers on the other hand are 2-7 ATS in their last nine home games including 2-5 ATS as home favorites. Take CHICAGO!

L.A. Lakers at Denver 10;00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Lakers- Both these clubs have been winning of late as the Lakers are on a seven-game win streak while Denver has a modest two-game mini run. Oddly enough both clubs trail by as many as 19 and 22 points in each of their late two wins respectively but managed come-back victories. The last time these two met the Lakers cruised to a 114-93 win as they led by as many as 33-points but now Denver has the home court and the Nuggets are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine meetings as hosts. Take DENVER!

Miami at Utah 9:00 ET

Heat (+) over Jazz- No doubt as to who is the hottest team in the NBA as the Jazz have won six straight and 17 of 18 including a 129-115 win over Milwaukee last night. Miami has had to fight a whole mess of adversity but Jimmy Butler is back and he makes a world of difference. The well coached Heat play up to their competition especially on the road where they are 12-5 ATS against teams with winning records over .600. I expect a bit of a letdown by the Jazz after their win over the Bucks last night. Take MIAMI!

Houston at New York 8:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Knicks- Man, this one just doesn't look right to me. Here are the much improved New York Knicks under the coaching of Tom Thibodeau who are 4-1 AZTS in their last five games and are off a win over Washington are an underdog at home against a Rockets team with a worst record. Houston is banged up and are 18-39 as road favorites. It makes no sense...take the ROCKETS!

Indiana at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Pacers- Indiana broke a 4-game losing streak with a 111-95 win over Detroit on Thursday but have still lost 6-of-8. Atlanta has dropped their last two and five of their last six games straight-up including a 125-114 loss last night to the Spurs who scored a franchise high 77 points in the first half and they are 1-4 ATS in the second of back-to-back games. The problem here is that the Pacers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall as their Oladipo trade has been disappointing as Crais LeVert has yet to play. Not, too much good to say about the hawks other that they will fly high and mighty Saturday night Take ATLANTA!

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Cleveland at Portland 10:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Trailblazers- After a big physical matchup against Philadelphia last night the Trailblazers should be just going through the motions tonight against the lowly Cavaliers. Cleveland has won just once in their last eight games and are 0-8 ATS and haven't won outright since Jan. 27 against the Pistons and they were run out by 38-points in Denver Wednesday night. In a manner of being professionals and although they are 0-6 ATS in their last six visits to Portland I expect the Cavaliers to show great effort tonight and get the money. I'll add that Portland is 3-10 ATS at home and again had the Sixers last night. Take CLEVELAND!

New Orleans at Dallas 7:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- Both of these clubs are playing their best all of the season even though the Pelicans lost last time out at Chicago they had won four straight going in. Dallas has struggled most of the year but have put together a mini 3-game streak and have won four of five. The Mavs are 5-7 SU and 2-10 ATS at home and just haven't been able to ,eld their talents. New Orleans has showed better than what was expected and is 4-0 ATS in last four games as underdogs and while Dallas is 8-21-1 ATS in the last 30 home games most of which were played after the National Anthem. Pelicans are showing strength inside lead by Zion Williamson and the Mavericks are a weak rebounding team as that take dirty work and it take heart...take NEW ORLEANS!

San Antonio at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Hawks- These two squads started the season in different fashion and they are meetings in a different fashion. Atlanta started the season hot winning 6-of-7 while the Spurs struggled out of the gate and have played solid basketball and are now going 7-3 on the road and paying tough as underdogs going 14-6 ATS in their last 20 as underdogs. Although the Hawks have swooned they are 6-0 ATS in their last six games when favored...go figure. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Philadelphia at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over 76ers- The 76ers have won six of seven with their lone loss in that span coming against the Trailblazers 121-105 at home and now have a chance for a turn-a-bout in Portland. The Blazers have won 3-of-4 and they have defeated the Sixers outright in five of the last six meetings. Philly has played better on the road this season going 7-5 SU to date but are just 7-18-2 ATS in their last 27 games as road favorites. Portland is 4-1 ATS in their last five as underdogs and are 3-0-1 ATS in last four at home against Philly. Take PORTLAND!

Miami at Houston 7:30 ET

Rockets (+) over Heat- Miami has had to deal with injuries to key players like Jimmy Butler and Goran Dragic and their record (10-14) shows that they are important parts of their cog. Houston has been without leading scorer Christian Wood who has missed the Rockets last three games all of which were losses. The Heat are just 3-7 SU on the road and just 2-8-1 ATS in their last 11 games as favorites while Houston is 3-7 SU at home but 4-1 ATS as underdogs. Take HOUSTON!

Toronto at Boston 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Celtics- Road trips have been the word with these clubs as the Celtics just finished a five-game western swing going 2-3 while Toronto finishes a six game road trip of their own and have won 5-of-6. The Raptors are just one win away from getting to the break-even mark despite starting the season 2-8 and they are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games as road underdogs. Take TORONTO!

Indiana at Brooklyn 8:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Nets- After starting the season 6-2 things have gone south for the Pacers and they have lost their last three and 10 of their last 16 since. Brooklyn is on a three-game slide of their own as the Big-3 (Durant, Harden and Irving) haven't had all that much paying time together as COVID rules and minor injuries have slowed their progress. The Nets are 7-6 since getting Harden and they are just 3-5 SU when Durant's out. The Pacers are 16-5 ATS in the last 21 meetings in Brooklyn and 10-3 ATS in the last 13 meetings overall. Take INDIANA!

Boston at Utah 9:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Jazz- A well coached team like Boston doesn't go through to many bad streaks and they are 14-5-1 ATS following a loss including 4-0m ATS in their last four and they are off a loss at Phoenix. Utah returns home the hottest team in the league having won 13 of 14 and are 8-1 ZATS in their last nine at home and 16-5 ATS in their last 21 games overall. TAKE BOSTON!

Philadelphia at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (-) over 76ers- Two of the NBA's hottest teams clash as the Kings have won four straight and seven of eight going 7-1 ATS and will host the 76ers who have won five of their last six including a 124-108 wi over Brooklyn last time out. Philadelphia has been very inconsistent on the road (Heck they have sucked) going 14-34-3 ATS in their last 51 road games...how's that for a sample. They are also 6-18-2 ATS in their last 26 games as road favorites. The numbers look great for the Kings and I'll close with this...they are 5-1 ATS hosting the last six meetings. Take SACRAMENTO!

New York at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat (-) over Knicks- There can be no doubt the Miami is a completely different team with and without Jimmy Butler in the lineup. After a 10-game ab sen se Butler has returned and the Heat are hot with their offensive average up 5-points a games since his return. Although Miami is just 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine home games (most played without Butler) is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take MIAMI!

Milwaukee at Denver 9:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over Bucks- One of the best power matchups in the NBA go at it in Denver where the Nuggets Nickola Jokic is coming off his career high 50-point game and will up against Milwaukee's tw0-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks have won four straight with a pair of home wins and a 2-game sweep at Cleveland but have always struggled in the 'Mile High City' as they are 9-40 all-time straight-up and are 6-14-1 ATS in their last 21 meetings in Denver. Take the NUGGETS!

Toronto at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Raptors- When you're 'up' you're 'up' and when you are 'down' you are 'down' and so it goes for the grizzlies. Memphis who had previously won seven straight have now dropped three straight. Toronto had their expected let-down last time out after defeating the Nets in Brooklyn on Friday losing to the lowly Hawks in Atlanta Saturday night. Note that Toronto is just 6-13 ATS in their last 19 games as favorites including 2-5 ATS as road favs. The Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS in their last six as underdogs and 7-3 ATS in their last seven overall. Take MEMPHIS!

Boston at Phoenix 2:00 ET

Suns (-) over Celtics- Boston is playing their fourth straight road game which started with a win at Golden State and are 2-1 alternating wins and losses and are coming off a win over the LA Clippers. Phoenix has won 4-of-5 and are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 home games and 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as home favorites. The Suns for some reason have had the best of the Celtics going 16-5 ATS in the last 21 meetings. Take PHOENIX!

Miami at New York 1:00 ET

Heat (-) over Knicks- Man, are the Heat dragging or what? Miami had lost seven of eight before posting a 122-95 win over hapless Washington Friday night. That should be a good thing but they are 2-7 ATS after a SU win and just 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine games as favorites. Meanwhile the Knicks have won two straight and are No. 1 in NBA defense allowing just 103.9 PPG but are off Saturday's win over Portland and are 5-12-1 ATS in the second of back-to-back games. Take MIAMI!

Memphis at New Orleans 9:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Pelicans- Feel good 'bout this one as having used the Pelicans as 'our' Money Game winner at Indiana last night I love the position of playing against them tonight and after all they have won two straight and thats enough for them. Grizzlies ready to growl after dropping their last two. Memphis 5-1 ATS in last six as dogs and are 7-2 ATS in their last nine overall. New Orleans is 1-7 ATS in last eight games as home favorites. Take MEMPHIS!

Golden State at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (-) over Warriors- Golden State just stomped the Mavericks 147-116 two days ago and this is the back end of a two-game three day series. Dallas was playing their second game in two night and couldn't keep up and were outrun in the second half. Not, this time buddy. The time they met before that game was a Dallas 142-94 win last season. Take the MAVERICKS!

Denver at Sacramento 5:00 ET

Kings (+) over Nuggets- The Kings are treating 'us' like royalty and I see no reason to stop. They are a young and hungry group and for the most part go unnoticed. That is will be change in due time but right now the host the Nuggets off and emotional loss to the Lakers and may get caught napping here. Kings are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and 6-0 ATS in their last six overall. Take SACRAMENTO!

Utah at Charlotte 8:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Jazz- Utah is on a tear and have won 13 of their last 14 games going 12-2 ATS including a romp over the Hawks in Atlanta last night. This means that the Jazz of course are playing their second of back-to-back games and their seventh in 10 days. Charlotte meanwhile just had their 3-game winning streak stopped by the 76ers but are 20-7-2 ATS I their last 29 games as underdogs including 9-2-1 ATS as home dogs and they are 15-5-1 ATS on one days rest. Take the HORNETS!

Toronto at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Nets- Toronto who defeated the Brooklyn in the playoff bubble last season got off to a horrid start this season winning just two of their first 10 games but have rebounded by going 7-4 SU since. The Nets of course are a vastly different club with the addition of James Harden and a healthy Irving and Durant. Since 'The Beard' arrived the Nets are 8-3 and not all of the vaulted trio have played together in every game and I wonder about this one. The 'line' appears a bit low to me so I am suspect of who is actually going to play and who will be rested. Raptors are 9-4 ATS as road underdogs and the Nets are 2-6 ATS as home favorites. Take TORONTO!

New Orleans at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Pacers- New Orleans is off their best game of the season a 123-101 home win over the Suns as Zion Williamson scored 28 points and the pelicans committed just seven turnovers. Indiana who of course is without traded Victor Oladipo and the player they got in return has Crais LaVert has yet to suit up leaving the Pacers shorthanded were just pounded 130-110 by Milwaukee last time out and are 3-7 ATS since the trade. The Pelicans are 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings including 4-1 ATS at Indiana. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Utah at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Jazz- These two clubs have turned their fortunes around since the season began and Utah has won 12 of their last 13 going 11-2 ATS in their last 13 games overall while Atlanta after a quick start has fallen below the breakeven mark and are now a game under .500. oddly enough the Hawks are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games and home a 9-4 ATS advantage when hosting the Jazz. Take ATLANTA!

Boston at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Celtics- Boy, I hate coming back against a team that beat me the night before but playing against the Celtics is the way to go tonight. Boston is one of the rare NBA teams that have thrived in the second of back-to-back games going 7-0 ATS with no days rest but are just 2-6 ATS as road favorites. Sacramento returns home and is 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall and are 7-3-1 ATS hosting the Celtics. Although the Kings are 4-0 ATS in their last four outing as dogs they are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven as home underdogs. Still it's SACRAMENTO!

Boston at Golden State 10:00 ET

Warriors (+) over Celtics- The weary Celtic have dropped their last two including their Sunday showdown with the Lakers losing 96-95 getting the money but not the win. After a horrid start Golden State behind Stephen Curry's deadeye shooting have become a threat any night out. Boston has become more of an offensive club but certainly not on the Warriors level but will be without their one defensive standout in Keith Smart and Curry will take advantage. Add Celtics are 1-6 ATS in last seven as road favorites but 6-1 ATS in last seven trips to Golden State most as underdogs. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Portland at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Trailblazers- Hey we got what we wanted and needed yesterday as the Blazers with my main-man Carmelo Anthony going 1-7 from the field as they lost by 30 to the Bucks. Now, they go to Washington where Portland might believe that will have a cake-wake against the teams with the worst record in the NBA. But, be care what you wish for as the Wizards are performing tricks and can shock the Trailblazers here. Take WASHINGTON!

NBA Money Game

Memphis at San Antonio 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- Memphis has had five games cancelled since January 18 but have managed to win their last six including a 129-112 win over the Spurs Saturday. San Antonio fell to 0-3 in the second night of back-to-backs with that loss and coach Gregg Popovich hinted that they just are soft and have to toughen up (he should know). Grizzlies are 4-1-1 ATS their last six in SA and they Spurs are just 9-23 ATS in their last 32 games as homE favorites. Take MEMPHIS!

NBA Power Play

Portland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Trailblazers- The Bucks who just don't seem to have the same intensity this season as years past have dropped their last two and four of six and are 2-6 ATS in their last eight games overall. Milwaukee return home after three road games where they are 16-5 ATS after a loss of more than 10-points. The inconsistent Blazers are 2-7 ATS in their last nine after a SU win. The Bucks have dominated this series going 13-4-1 ATS in the last 18 meetings including 4-1-1 ATS as hosts. Take MILWAUKEE!

Sacramento at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Kings (+) over Pelicans- The Kings who are much improved this season just lost a heartbreaker to Miami 105-104 Saturday that ended their season high three-game winning streak come to an end. New Orleans had a mini 2-game win streak of their own end on Saturday as well falling to Houston 126-112 and dropped to 1-6 ATS in their last seven as home favorites. Sacramento is 21-8 ATS in their last 29 games as road underdogs. Take the KINGS!

Philadelphia at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over 76ers- ATTENTION PLAYER: Message to all Chip's Players due to illness and circumstances beyond his control as Chip has been under the weather the past week. But, he has still managed to provide winners and has posted all of his selections Sunday without analysis. I apologize to all but the games are still the sides to bet with confidence. Good luck! Take INDIANA!

Indiana at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Pacers- Charlotte has dropped two straight and six of their last seven including a 116-106 loss the Indiana on Wednesday. Conflicting trends surround this matchup as the Pacers are 12-3-1 ATS as road favorites (that's really good) but the Hornets are 14-5-1 ATS in their last 20 games as underdogs and 7-2 ATS in their last nine as home underdogs. Indiana is just 3-9 ATS in their last 12 visits to Charlotte and are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games against teams with losing records. Take the HORNETS!

Portland at Houston 7:00 ET

Rockets over Trailblazers- After a mini 4-game winning streak Portland has alternated losses and wins and have lost three of their last five games overall. Houston meanwhile, has adjusted to the trade that brought Victor Oladipo to the Rockets joining John Wall and they have won their last three after dropping five of six. Although Houston is 3-8 ATS in their last 11 home games the new faces have team playing together. Take HOUSTON!

L.A. Lakers at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

76ers (+) over Lakers- So, the World Champion LA Lakers are 10-0 SU on the road while the 76ers are 9-1 SU in ten home games. Philadelphia at 12-6 has the best record in the Eastern Conference. The Sixers are off a Monday loss at Detroit (Megabucks win) and played that game without Joel Embiid (0-4 with Embiid) but he returns for this matchup against the Champs. Philly is 36-17 ATS as home underdogs. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Chip's NBA Money Game Winner

Sacramento at Orlando 7:00 ET

Kings (+) over Magic- Sacramento is anxious to play as they had their schedules Sunday/Monday back-to-back series with Memphis postponed. The Kings begin a four-game road trip while Orlando is in the middle of a four game home stand. The Magic defeated Charlotte last time out only their second win in their last 10 games and are 2-5 ATS in the last seven meetings. Kings are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as an underdog. Take SACRAMENTO!

Detroit at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Cavaliers- Detroit who has the worst record in the NBA broke a 4-game losing streak and can win their second in-a-row for the first time since last January. Although their straight-up record is as bad as it is the Pistons are a more than respectable 10-7 ATS. In the first meeting between these two in December the Cavaliers won in double-overtime after trailing but eight in the first extra period and by nine in the second overtime period before winning 128-119. This time they close the deal. Take DETROIT!

New York at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (-) over Knicks- Oh boy, the way this sets up with New York having beaten Utah at MSG three weeks ago rallying form an 18-point deficit to post a 112-100. The Knicks have won just three of 10 since then and the Jazz haven't lost since then winning a league high eight straight games. The Knicks have 'owned' the number in this series going 12-3 ATS in their last 15 meetings in Utah. But, 'tings' change and revenge is sweet. Take UTAH!

Philadelphia at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over 76ers- The Pistons have the worst record in the NBA at 3-13 and have lost four in-a-row and in two of those games they blew 19-point lead to Miami and a 17-point fourth quarter lead to Atlanta. Philadelphia has been just terrible on the road going 5-17-1 ATS as road favorites and are 14-35-2 ATS in their last 51 road games. Take DETROIT!

New York at Portland 10:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Trailblazers- New York has been one of the bigger surprises in the NBA this season as veteran coach Tom Thibodeau has them playing defense first (they had to as they are some of the worst shooters in the NBA). Portland has had some rest as they have had a pair of games cancelled this week and are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 home games. Knicks look to reach the breakeven mark here and get there. Take NEW YORK!

Toronto at Indiana 1:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Pacers- Indiana who was in the middle of the blockbuster trade with the Nets and Rockets are playing without either Victor Oladipo or Caris LeVert the first who was traded to Houston and the latter has a kidney ailment that will keep hime out of the line-up for some time. Toronto who dropped eight of their first 10 have turned in around and have won four of five. Raptors are 8-3 ATS as road underdogs and 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take TORONTO!

Golden State at Utah 9:00 ET

Warriors (+) over Jazz- With Draymond Green keeping his mouth shut Golden State might have a legitimate shot at winning outright as Curry continues his torrid shooting. Of course Utah has the longest winning streak in the NBA this season and is currently at seven straight with seven straight covers. State is 7-2 ATS on the road against teams with winning records. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Chip's NBA 'Money Game' Winner

Dallas at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Mavericks- Dallas responded after like winners snapping a 3-game losing streak by winning at Indiana their second of three road games. San Antonio was blasted at Portland Monday and return home where they will play seven of their next eight games. The Mavericks are 2-6 ATS as road favorites but are 7-1 ATS in their last eight visits to San Antonio. The Spurs are 6-1 ATS after a loss and 11-4 ATS as underdogs. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Brooklyn at Cleveland 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Nets- Brooklyn start players Durant, Harden and Irving said that 'it felt right' when they were all finally on the floor together. So, the scored 135 points but didn't find anybody to guard as the Cavs scored 145. 'We' had the Cavaliers in the first meeting of this back-to-back series and I'm sure that most bettors will have the Nets...not me! Take CLEVELAND.

Orlando at Indiana 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Pacers- Orlando ended a six-game losing streak last time out against at Minnesota Wednesday and did it in find fashion. The Magic pulled some tricks of their own when they trailed by 20-points and got the victory on a game-winner 3-pointer at the buzzer by Cole Anthony. Indiana has dropped their last two and of course are short-handed after the trade that shipped Oladipo out and what they got in return Caris LeVert has a kidney issue. Take ORLANDO!

New York at Golden State 10 ET

Knicks (+) over Warriors- For the first time in a decade the Knicks look like a real basketball team under head coach Tom Thibodeau and a win here would bring New York to even on the season. They have won two-in-a-row after having lost five straight and are much improved but still have difficult making shots fall as they hang the hats on defense. One thing Golden State doesn't worry about is shots going into the basket even with Klay Thompson to compliment Stephen Curry. State is at Utah next up and they may be thing about atoning for a 129-96 beating. Take NEW YORK!

San Antonio at Golden State 10:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Warriors- After a slow start San Antonio has picked up the pace and have won their last two games and five of six against the Warriors. Golden State is off their fourth quarter come-from-behind victory over the Lakers and are now over .500 (7-6) for the first time this season. The Spurs are 6-2 straight-up in their last eight games and five of those wins have come on the road and they are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 games as underdogs while the Warriors are 16-34 ATS as home favorites. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Brooklyn at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Nets- Okay here it is the game that will tell me more about the Nets than other would realize. Brooklyn has won four straight including the last two since they acquired James Harden and Kyrie Irving is supposed to return to action tonight and the Nets are 5-2 since his vacation. Cleveland started the season 3-0 and have won just 3-of-10 since including a win over New York their last time out. The Cavaliers expect the return of starting guards Sexton and Garland who have been out for two weeks but practiced Tuesday. Brooklyn is just 2-6 ATS in their last eight games as favorites and the Cavs are 5-2 ATS in their last seven as home underdogs. Take CLEVELAND!

Oklahoma City at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (-) over Thunder- Denver is playing their third straight home game with their last being a 109-105 loss to Utah where they failed to execute during crunch time. Although Oklahoma City has been tough has little star power they are tough on the road going 5-1 SU and are 2-7 ATS in their last 29 as road underdogs but are 0-5 ATS in their last five trips to Denver and are 1-11 ATS in the last 12 meetings. Take DENVER!

Milwaukee at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Bucks (-) over Nets- Oh, give me a break with this one...the 'Drama Queens' are in Brooklyn and it one scene after another with Kyrie 'World is Flat' Irving who hasn't given any NBA a professional effort since parting from LeBron James, Kevin Durant who is so insecure about who he is has to create false identities a to criticize other players and of course James Harden who is still trying to figure a way to inbound the ball to himself. Bucks starting to play some ball having won their last four and seven of their last eight and they are favored at Brooklyn where they are 16-4-1 ATS in their last 21 visits. Take MILWAUKEE!

Phoenix at Memphis 5:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Suns- Ja Morant is back for the Grizzlies and he always has an impact when in the lineup and he joins his teammate as they ended a 3-game home losing streak before capturing their last four. Phoenix is playing their fourth straight road game and it have been an extended trip as they haven't played in over a week and last time out the were blown out by a 1-win Wizards team. The Suns are improved and will be great to watch this season but the Grizzlies are a 'comer' as they have fantastic balance with seven players averaging double figures. Take MEMPHIS!

New York at Boston 1:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Celtics- Two eastern clubs that are moving in opposite directions as Boston has won five straight and after a quick start the Knicks are now 5-8 SU after losing their last five. The Celtics have been dealing with COVID issues and finally have 12 players in uniform and have played once in the last nine days. Boston has won four of the last five meetings and are 5-1 ATS at home but Tom Thibodeau will have his young squad eager and ready. Take NEW YORK!

Atlanta at Portland 10:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Trailblazers- The Hawks were flying high when the season started winning four of their first five but have been grounded of late losing five of six (1-5 ATS) and were trounced by the Jazz in Utah 116-92 last night. Atlanta's scoring machine Trae Young had his worst night as a pro scoring just four points on 1-for-11 shooting. Portland mostly likely has lost center Zach Collins for the season and Jusuf Nurkic is also out after breaking his wrist Thursday night. Blazers are 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games. Take ATLANTA!

Philadelphia at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over 76ers- The 76ers look like a different team on the court under the leadership of new head coach Doc Rivers as they have become more consistent day-to-day. But, like past years I hope that they revert to their previous resume. Philadelphia is 7-1 at home but has been one of the worst road teams in the league for a number of seasons and are 16-34 32% ATS in their last 50 road and are 1-2 already in 2020-21 and they are 5-16-1 ATS in 22 games as road favorites. Meanwhile, after a slow start Memphis has won three straight and returns home where they are just 1-5 straight up. Tale the GRIZZLIES!

Charlotte at Toronto 7:30 ET

Raptors (-) over Hornets- This game being played in Florida and considered a 'home' game for Toronto who have played all 11 games in the USA and are 1-6 when away and 2-2 where ever they play as the designated home team. This is the second of a 2-game series with the Raptors winning Thursday 111-108 as a 10-point favorite and tonight the price has dropped to -7. Charlotte has lost their last two after posting four straight wins and will be without Gordon Hayward once again. Take TORONTO!

Atlanta at Utah 9:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Jazz- Utah comes home for the first time since January 1 after six straight road games winning and covering their last three going 4-2 SU. Atlanta broke a four-game losing streak with a win over Philadelphia on Monday and are 4-1 ATS in their last five road games. Utah who once owned one of the strongest home court advantages are just 1-2 SU this season and are only 8-23-2 ATS in their last 33 games as favorites and are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings with the Hawks. Take ATLANTA!

Orlando at Boston 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Celtics- Boston hasn't been able to play for a week as they could not put the minimum eight players in uniform and now they get to play with a skeleton crew minus Jayson Tatum and Robert Williams. Orlando has dropped three straight all by at least 10-points including a 121-99 loss Monday at Milwaukee yet they are just a long FG try underdogs. The Magic are 13-5-1 ATS in their last 19 road games and 4-1 ATS in their last five trips at Boston. Take ORLANDO!

Miami at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

76ers (-) over Heat- These two just played and overtime game where the Sixers won 137-134 as an 8.5-point favorite. Philadelphia wins by 3-points in overtime and the line goes up...hum. Both teams are dealing with protocol issues as the Sixers are down four men but the line is now higher maybe because Ben Simmons in back although he was sub-par his first game back and 'we' expect more tonight. Miami has just eight player available and they will need them all. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Portland at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Trailblazers- These two met four days ago in Portland and the Trailblazers embarrassed the Kings 125-99 and it wasn't that close. The Blazers were taunting Sacramento and as professionals they are seeking a bit of revenge. The problem is the Kings always seem to have numerous injuries and they expect injured guard Buddy Hield to suit up tonight. Portland has one three straight including a 112-111 buzzer beating win over Toronto Monday and three in-a-row in enough for these guys. The Kings are 12-5-1 ATS in their last 18 games as underdogs. Take SACRAMENTO!

Chip's NBA Money Game Winner

Brooklyn at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Nets- Boy on boy, there has just got to be drama round these 'queens' as Kyrie ('the World is Flat) Irving still hasn't decided if his going to take his third straight season off. Kevin Durant took his mini 10-day vacation and is pleased with Irving's absence as he get to handle the ball more and can make more anonymous social media comment about his teammates. Hey, not to be out done the Knicks showed some life early on but keep tossing bricks from the floor as they are one of the worst shooting teams I have ever seen at this level. But, new coach Tom Thibodeau has the Knicks playing defense going 2-9 to the under with the last 11 meetings going under. Take NEW YORK!