Philadelphia at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over 76ers- 'Break-up the Bulls' is the call after five straight wins following a 3-20 start has the Chicago youth movement headed in the right direction. Since returning to the squad after getting his face punched in by teammate Bobby Portis, Nikola Mirotic has been the glue hold this club together. Philadelphia is off a triple-overtime loss to Oklahoma City on Friday with Joel Embiid playing a career high 48 minutes and he will not even travel with the squad for tonight's contest. Take CHICAGO!  

New York at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (-) over Knicks- Streaks are a part of the NBA and here we have two clubs moving in opposite directions as New York has won their last four and Charlotte has dropped their last three. The Knicks have been winning but have incurred injuries to a pair of starters in Tim Hardaway and more importantly Kristaps Porzingis. The Hornets who opened the season 7-2 at home but have dropped 10 of their last 12 while New York has struggled on the road going 2-8 straight-up and 3-7 ATS. Take CHARLOTTE! 

Boston at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Celtics- Something is going on with the Celtics that the 'oddsmakers' must know about that is affecting the lines on their games. They just seem so short this past week. After a 22-4 start Boston has dropped 3-of-5 while Indiana has won five wins in their last seven contests and 11 of their last 16 with the emergence of Victor Oladipo. The Celtics may have lost some of their 'mojo' as they had two horrible losses last week to Chicago 108-85 and Utah at home 107-95. This 'number' is short and I believe the 'man' is telling us to take INDIANA!

Indiana at Brooklyn 6:00 ET

Nets (+) over Pacers- Brooklyn went out and traded Trevor Booker for a pair of No. 1 picks in Jahil Okafor and Nik Stauskas and they made their first appearance last time out in Friday's 120-87 loss at Toronto. Both made their Nets' debut Friday and were contributors as Stauskas scored 22 and Okafor 10 in just 22 minutes. Both clubs enter having lost their last two contests and the Pacers in the past have dominated this series in the past going 11-5 ATS in Brooklyn and 4-0 ATS in their last four meetings but, this is a much different Nets squad. Take BROOKLYN!

Orlando at Detroit 4:00 ET

Pistons (-) over Magic- The Pistons have been among the 'streaky' teams this season and have bounced back with two straight road wins after a seven game losing streak. Detroit returns home where they have lost their last three contests but are 8-5 both straight-up and as host at home. Although Orlando won 3-of-4 from the Pistons last season they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in Detroit and 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Pistons are firing on all cylinders...Take DETROIT

Dallas at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (-) over Mavericks- This is the fourth and final regular season meetings between these two with the Spurs holding a 2-1 advantage. San Antonio is off a horrid performance against Houston last night where they famous bench was outscored 73-36 as they never led at any points and trailed by 28-points at one time. I expect a huge effort out of the Spurs tonight as the stop their mini two-game slide. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Milwaukee at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (-) over Bucks- It isn't so much that Houston has won 12 in-a-row but that they are undefeated with Chris Paul in the lineup with the last 10 wins coming by double-digits. Milwaukee meanwhile has dropped their last two games to New Orleans and Chicago despite have won six of seven before those losses. The Rockets offense is tops in the league while the Bucks defense is ranked 28th allowing 110.5 points in December. Take HOUSTON!  

Utah at Cleveland 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (-) over Jazz- Last night 'we' posted Utah as 'our' 'Highest-Rated' release against Boston and 'we' were rewarded with an 'outright' 107-95 win as a 5-point underdog. So, why would the Cavaliers be almost a double-digit favorite when the Celtics have a much better record. Cleveland is double the points that the Celtics had to lay last night and tonight they win. Take CLEVELAND!

Utah at Boston 7:35 ET

Jazz (+) over Celtics- The storyline here was supposed to be about Gordon Hayward's first game against his old team but instead it is a homecoming for Jonas Jerebko (yep 'that' Jonas Jerebko). Utah has dropped their last nine games at the TD Garden going 0-6-1 ATS and are 2-9-2 ATS in the last 13 meetings overall. Boston enters this contest a little banged-up as Irving, Horford and Marcus Morris are out or questionable. Jazz look to end their losing ways here. Take the JAZZ!

Detroit at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Pacers- Detroit won for the first time in December last night winning at Atlanta 105-91 ending a seven-game losing streak while the Pacers are off their Wednesday night Paul George home-coming loss to OKC 100-95. Indiana has had their way against the Pistons winning nine of the last 10 meetings including six straight (0-6 ATS) at Bankers Life. The 'Motor City' boys have regained their confidence and are 10-4-1 ATS on the road with Andre Drummond leading the way. Take DETROIT!

L.A. Clippers at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (-) over Clippers- The Clippers are recovering from their loss of Blake Griffin and have won their last three including a 113-112 victory over Washington just six days ago. The Wizards were without John Wall in that loss but he returned Wednesday to help in a 93-87 win over Memphis. Wall missed nine games and Washington was 4-5 in those games without Wall but now Los Angeles is without guard Patrick Berverly for the remainder of the season. The Wiz gain some revenge. Take WASHINGTON!

Detroit at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Pistons- Deep funk is the term being used to describe the Pistons current play as they have lost seven straight going just 2-5 ATS with 1-point 'covers' against Golden State and San Antonio. Atlanta is trending in the opposite direction as they are 4-0 ATS in their last four after a horrid 2-12 start. Detroit posted a 111-104 victory at home over Atlanta in early November but are just 2-5 ATS in the last seven meetings. The Hawks are 3-9 straight-up at home but are 6-6 ATS. Take ATLANTA!  

Milwaukee at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Pelicans- The moves that Milwaukee made to acquire Eric Bledsoe are starting to show dividends as they have won their last three and six of their last seven. Teamed-up with the 'Greek Freak' who is averaging 29.8 points and 10.4 rebounds Bledsoe see to it that his teammate gets the ball at the right time and place as Antetokounmpo shooting is up to 54.6%. With Anthony Davis day-to-day even if he plays he won't be 100%. Take MILWAUKEE!

L.A. Clippers at Orlando 7:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Magic- Injuries and long losing streaks have been a part of the season so far for both these clubs as they started fast and then quickly went to the Bach-house. The Clippers appear to have adjusted to life without Blake Griffin and have won their last two after a four-game slide. Orlando has dropped their last two and are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall. Los Angeles has won the last seven meetings and and will make it eight tonight. Take the CLIPPERS!

San Antonio at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Spurs- There are two teams that I really think twice about before I 'play against' them and San Antonio is one of them with Boston being the other (we did win against the Celtics last night). Tonight for the first time this season the Spurs will have the services of all 'Everything' Kawhi Leonard the two-time 'Defensive Player of the Year' and believe it or not the first game back is not always a good thing. San Antonio has won 10 of the last 11 meetings but Dallas is 5-1 ATS in the ;ast six. Take DALLAS! 

Washington at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Wizards- Washington is anticipating the return of John Wall Wednesday and they are 4-4 since his injury. Bradley Beal has picked up some of the slack gong on a scoring spree. Brooklyn meanwhile will activate Jahill Okafor and Nik Stauskas both former first-round picks who were acquired in a trade with Philadelphia for Trevor Booker. The Nets just spent a week on the road playing a pair of games in Mexico City and going 1-2 on their trip. The Wizards have had the best of it between these two having won the last seven meetings and 12 of the 14 but they have lost to the five bottom team in the league already this season and a loss to the Nets will make it the 'bottom six.' Take BROOKLYN!

Denver at Detroit 7:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Pistons- After their best start in decades after winning 14 of their first 20 games the Pistons are in the mist of a six game slide both straight-up and ATS. Detroit coach Stan Van Gundy has admitted that they have lost some confidence. The Nuggets might just be the answer as they have struggled on the road going 4-10 straight-up and 3-11 ATS including their overtime loss 126-112 at Indiana. Maybe Van Gundy should have keep his mouth shut when the Pistons were 10-3 and he stated 'our record is better then we are.' Okay, I believe...take DENVER!  

Portland at Golden State 10:30 ET

Warriors (-) over Trailblazers- Golden State returns home winning their last six all on the road and will hosting the Trailblazers who have lost four straight all at home. Normally, I would think that the trends would reverse themselves here but this 'price' is way-high with Curry sidelined and it just may be that the Warriors are on a mission without 'Steph.' Add that the Warriors are 21-7 ATS when hosting Portland. Take GOLDEN STATE! 

Toronto at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has an six-game winning streak their longest since they won 11 straight in 2015-16 as they are 2-0 on this road trip with LA today and Phoenix up next. The Raptors have taken advantage of their home schedule winning 9-of-10 at home as hosts and have a great history against the Clippers. In head-to head action Toronto has dominated the series going 21-8 ATS in the last 29 meetings including 11-5 ATS in 16 meetings in Los Angeles. The issue with those numbers is that the Clippers were the favorite in every home game and now the roll is reversed as the Clippers are the home underdog. Take the CLIPPERS!

Boston at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Celtics- Oh Lordy...how I hate to play against these Celtics but when the window opens I must do what I see is a profitable move. Boston by their own admission was ready to lay some revenge on the Pistons Sunday and that is exactly what they did winning 91-81 clamping down on defense. Chicago of Course is one of the weakest teams in the NBA after 'gutting' their roster in the off-season but the Celtics are off an emotional win and the Bulls usually plays the 'Bean Town' tough at home winning four straight regular season meetings as hosts. Take CHICAGO!  

Atlanta at New York 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Knicks- Atlanta has only six wins on the season (2nd lowest to Chicago 5) and one of those victories came against the Knicks at home in a 116-104. That loss started New York on a downward trend as they have lost six of their last eight while the Hawks have played better and have 'covered' six of their last eight. After an encouraging start Kristaps Porzingis has been slowed down by nagging ailments and the Knicks have suffered. Tonight the Hawks fly high. Take ATLANTA!  

Boston at Detroit 4:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Celtics- After a great start (for them) 14-6 the Pistons have dropped five straight after losing to the Warriors Friday and now face the winningest team in the NBA. Boston is off a last second loss to San Antonio but still has 22 wins the most in the NBA although they were beaten at home by the Pistons 118-108 on November 27. Detroit has had problems scoring during their current losing streak but coaching insists that defense is the key. Boston is 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to Detroit including four straight straight-up wins. The Pistons had no trouble on offense on the first meeting and end their streak here. Take DETROIT!

Toronto at Sacramento 3:30 ET

Kings (+) over Raptors- The Raptors on a five-game winning streak are averaging 120 points during their run and they will be up against the lowest scoring team in the NBA as Sacramento scores at a 96.4 clip. Something will have to give her and it just might be the road team that sacrifices. In a statistical anomaly the Kings are 4th in NBA 3-point percentage (31.9) and have swept the two-game series in each of the past two seasons. Take the KINGS!

Philadelphia at Cleveland 8:00 ET

76ers (+) over Cavaliers- This series as one might imagine has been one-sided since the return to Cleveland by LeBron James as they have defeated Philadelphia seven straight times. The Cavaliers has their franchise best 13-game winning streak stopped last night with 'Money Game' winner Indiana is about to get the 'double-whammie' as the 76ers rebound from losses to a pair of the NBA weaker clubs losing to Phoenix and L.A. Lakers. Philadelphia is 16-6 ATS in the last 22 meetings and will get the cash here. Take the 76ERS!

New York at Chicago 8:00 ET

Knicks (-) over Bulls- At 12-12 New York has shown as much improvement on the floor as any other team in the NBA, the Bulls on the other hand are moving in the other direction. Although Chicago posted just their second road win of the season last night a 119-111 overtime win over Charlotte the Knicks have less road wins at 1-7 and are 2-6 ATS away from home. The Bulls are just 2-8 straight-up at home but 5-5 ATS. New York will still be without Tim Hardaway and their guard play will suffer once again. Take CHICAGO!

Washington at L.A.Clippers- 3:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Wizards- Boy clubs are playing without key components as the Wizards are with All-Star guard John Wall and Los Angeles is without All-Star power forward Blake Griffin. There is no question that Washington has handled their situation better then the Clippers who have lost four in-a-row. Bradley Beal has picked-up the slack by scoring 85 points in the past two contests and LA is getting back the services of Danilo Gallinari who returns from a 13-game absence. This time out the Clippers prevail. Take the CLIPPERS!  

Toronto at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Raptors- The Raptors have won their last four and are embarking on a four-game road trip against some of the NBA's weaker competition. Toronto has faced one one team with a winning record in their last six games and are 5-0 ATS in their last five road games against a team with a losing home record. Memphis is 5-8 at home and just 1-10 straight-up since the injury to Mike Conley went down with an Achilles injury. B.J. Bickerstaff is just 1-4 since taking over for the fired Dave Fizdale but did post a home win over Minnesota the last time as hosts. Take INDIANA!  

Cleveland at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Cavaliers- Less then three weeks ago most experts said that the 5-7 Cavaliers were not championship caliber but, 13 straight wins later they are only behind the Celtics in the East. One of those early season losses came against Indiana who took Cleveland down 124-107 on Nov. 1. The Cavs have had a great run but are just 9-16 ATS while the Pacers are 8-4 straight-up at home and are 11-4-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings. The Pacers like to start the weekend right and are 4-0 ATS on Friday's and 4-0 ATS following a points spread loss. Take INDIANA!

Golden State at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Pistons- The have won five straight and they seek their sixth straight road victory at Detroit after a home loss to the Pistons 115-107 on October 29. Golden State is 12-3 straight-up on the road and 8-7 ATS while Detroit is 8-2 straight-up at home and 6-3-1 ATS as hosts. The Warriors will of course be without Stephen Curry and possibly Draymond Green but has seen Kevin Durant pick up the slack. Detroit has dropped their last four but is 6-0 ATS at home against teams with a 60% or better winning percentage. Take the PISTONS!

Houston at Utah 10:30 ET

Jazz (+) over Rockets- Houston is the hottest team in the NBA having won their last seven and own the best road record in the league winning 10 of 11 while covering 8-of-11. Utah can counter the Rockets road play with a winning home record of 11-4 both straight-up and ATS. The Rockets posted a 137-110 win over the Jazz on November 5th as James Harden scored a career high of 56 points. The Jazz allowed 110 points only one other time this season and will atone for their previous poor performance at Houston. Take UTAH!   

Golden State at Charlotte 8:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Warriors- Golden State is a little banged-up with Stephen Curry sidelined but have still four straight straight on this road trip. Curry who grew up in Charlotte will miss this homecoming of sorts as the Warriors take their 11-3 road record into his home town. Golden State has taken the last six in this series and their last three as visitors but the Hornets are 8-3 both straight-up and ATS at home. Kemba Walker has returned after a two-game absence and he will lead the way for the Hornets without Curry. Take CHARLOTTE!  

Denver at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Pelicans- New Orleans will be looking for payback as they host the Nuggets and will most likely be without Anthony Davis who has missed the past two games because of a sprained adductor. Denver handed the Pelicans their worst loss of the season 146-114 three weeks ago in Colorado. DeMarcus Cousins who has seven technical fouls in 24 games could pick up any slack created by Davis' absence but he has to remain in the game and not foul out or get thrown out. The Nuggets have had the best of New Orleans going 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to the Crescent City. Take DENVER!

Memphis at New York 7:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Knicks- New York who has shown as much improvement as any other team in the NBA has hit a wall as losing their last two as their leading scorers are sidelined with injuries. Playing without Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr. the Knicks just can't make up the huge talent loss when they are out. New York has dropped five of their last six and the Nuggets are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Under new management (coaching change- Bennie Bickerstaff) and the Grizzlies posted their first win Monday over Minnesota. They like that...take MEMPHIS!  

Washington at Portland 10:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Trailblazers- Washington will once again be without John Wall as the All-star point guard will miss his sixth consecutive game and will be replaced by back-up guard Tomas Satoransky who scored a career high in the Wizards 2nd worst franchise loss to Utah last night 116-69. Portland ranks last in assists per game with 18.1 and rank 22nd in offense and 26th in field goal percentage. I look for the Wizards to rebound here. Take WASHINGTON!  

Detroit at San Antonio 8:35 ET

Pistons (+) over Spurs- As John Candy once said 'When something works, I stick to it!' What I am talking about is the Detroit Pistons. Despite dropping their last two games they are 15-7-1 ATS on the season and have paid dividends for 'us' to date. The Spurs are still as consistent as ever going 10-2 straight-up at home and 8-3-1 ATS. San Antonio has dominated this series winning 31 of the past 43 games but this is a much improved Pistons squad. Detroit hasn't dropped three straight this season...I like them here. Take the PISTONS!

Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Timberwolves- Okay now what? The Grizzlies had lost eight in-a-row and fired coach David Fizdale and hired interim coach J.B. Bickerstaff who has added three more losses since taking over running the streak to -11. Minnesota at 14-10 has still under-achieved 'covering' only 10 times this season. Memphis has been horrible at home this season and is 3-9 ATS as hosts this season but they are 11-4 ATS against the T'wolves in Memphis. The Grizzlies break the snide and post JB's first win. Take MEMPHIS!  

Milwaukee at Boston 7:35 ET

Bucks (+) over Celtics- Without a doubt in my mind Brad Stevens is the NBA Coach of the Year. The Celtics are doing it on defense leading the NBA without key players that have Boston playing short-handed. Over time with the all-out effort being put out every night the Celtics will start to wear down and break out physically. These two met in the Celtics 2nd game while still dealing with the shock of losing Gordon Hayward in game one and the Bucks behind 37 points and 13 rebounds from Giannis won 108-100 but Boston responded with a revenge home win a week later 96-89. Milwaukee is 12-5 ATS in their last 17 meetings in Boston. Take the BUCKS!

San Antonio at Oklahoma City 7:00 ET

Thunder (-) over Spurs- I modestly must admit that I was the guy that said, with Carmelo Anthony going from New York to the Thunder two things would happen. First, the Knicks would be much better and Oklahoma City will decline. So, now we have New York with a winning record and the Thunder are at 9-12. OKC is talking about developing chemistry but when the ball stops moving every time it hits Melo's hands. Still, there is more talent here then with most clubs and they are 7-3 at home while the Spurs are 5-5 straight-up and 3-7 ATS in the road. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!  

Sacramento at Milwaukee 8:30 ET

Kings (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee who was a winner for us on Thursday 'outright' at Portland return home to face the Kings a team they defeated 112-87 in Sacramento Tuesday. The Bucks are always a team of interest and are 5-4 at home but just 3-5-1 ATS while the Kings are 2-7-3 ATS on the road and just 3-9 straight-up. Milwaukee has won the last three meetings but Sacramento is 7-2 ATS in 'Brew-town.' Take the KINGS!

Detroit at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

Pistons (+) over 76ers- Both these clubs have improved their lot this season as the formerly 'tanking' 76ers are a force to contend with as their 14-7 ATS record will attest. Detroit has been led by Andre Drummond and his power game who already has 15 double-doubles. Philadelphia has already posted a win over the Pistons 97-86 in Detroit back in October. This time around the 76ers will not be able to ambush Detroit who now have a better understanding as to who Philly actually is. The Pistons are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings and will get the money here. Take DETROIT!

Atlanta at Brooklyn 3:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Nets- This is a totally different Nets club then what we saw last season. They have already won nine games and did not reach that total until game 42 last season. Brooklyn has been very competitive this season and are on a 7-0 ATS run heading into this afternoon's encounter against Atlanta. The Hawks who are 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings finds this matchup a bit differently this time around as they are the underdog. With rolls reversed the Hawks fly high with a win today. Take ATLANTA!

Sacramento at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Kings- As expected the Bulls are the worst team in the NBA with a 3-17 record but are a surprising 9-11 ATS including 4-4 ATS at home. Sacramento has improved but not all that much as they are 6-15 overall including 2-9 straight-up on the road and 2-8-1 ATS. Chicago has lost their last seven games but the Kings haven't won in the 'Windy City' in over a decade and now they are favored (on the road no less). The Bulls have won the last five meetings and and get a much needed win here. Take CHICAGO!

San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- Streaks abound here as San Antonio has won their last three and the Grizzlies have lost nine straight games and their coach. The Memphis coaching change surprised most NBA insiders but it didn't help as they were held to just 95 points in their last at San Antonio on Wednesday. The Griz have been in the NBA playoffs eight straight years but they are missing an important cog in that point guard Mike Conley who has an Achilles injury. The Spurs are just 4-5 straight-up and 2-7 ATS on the road. Take MEMPHIS!

Indiana at Toronto 7:30 ET

Pacers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has won their last two and five of their last seven and are 7-1 straight-up and 5-3 ATS at home but the Pacers have been up to the task on the road going 6-6 and 7-5 ATS. These two met last Friday in Indiana and the Pacers came-from-behind to win 107-104 but are off a 118-97 loss to Houston on Wednesday. Although the Pacers are 10-25 ATS in their last 35 meetings in Toronto they are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. In a mild surprise...take INDIANA!  

Milwaukee at Portland 10:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Trailblazers- Portland returns home on a 3-game winning streak after winning 4-of-5 from their five-game trip. The Trailblazers are 7-4 straight-up but just 3-7-1 ATS at home and dropped a 113-100 decision at Milwaukee opening week in October. That was before the Bucks acquired Eric Bledsoe and now they are a more complete club and more then a 'one-man' band. Trailblazers return to demanding family life and have plenty of holiday distractions at home. Take MILWAUKEE!

Cleveland at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Cavaliers- King James was ejected from his first NBA game in his 15 year career while the Cavaliers managed to win their ninth straight in Miami. Atlanta is off to a terrible 4-16 start but have had rest since Sunday as they load up for their four straight home game. Cleveland has struggled for some reason against the Hawks going 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings. Take ATLANTA!  

Washington at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over 76ers- Like I said before we played 'against' Philadelphia (Cavs WIN) their last time out that 'I really' like the 76ers and especially Embiid but, there are spots when you just have to make the move and bite your lip and play 'against' them once more. Washington will be without John Wall but have a bench that outscored Minnesota's reserves 49-11 and the 76ers will mostly be without 'all-everything' Ben Simmons who sprained his ankle Monday. Take the WIZARDS!  

Denver at Utah 10:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Jazz- With the departure of Gordon Hayward the Utah Jazz are struggling to fill his void and are 9-11 on the season. I'm a little taken back by the meager 'price' here as the Jazz have dominated this series especially at home where they are 7-1 ATS in the last eight against Denver. As a matter of fact Utah is 12-4 ATS in the last 16 meetings, so why is this 'line' so low. Utah will be without start center Rudy Gobert and that is probably your answer why and Denver takes advantage even without Paul Millsap. Take DENVER!

Milwaukee at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Bucks- Stop the presses! The Kings just ended a nine-game road losing streak with a 110-106 win over the Warriors last night their first at Golden State since 2013. The Bucks have been a little disappointing thus far this season as inconsistency has plagued this team despite Giannis Antetokounmpo averaging 27 points and 13 rebounds. One man can not do it alone and the Kings are confident. Take SACRAMENTO!   

Miami at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Heat (+) over Cavaliers- After a slow start the Cavaliers have started to put it together winning their last eight led by LeBron James who has been his usual unstoppable self. Miami has won three straight themselves and will see coach Eric Spoelstra up against former Heat NBA champions Dwayne Wade and James. Despite their winning streak Cleveland his managed to win 'playing short' with Shumpert and Thomas and others ailing. Miami won 3-of-4 meeting last season and do it again here. Take MIAMI!

Detroit at Boston 7:30 ET

Pistons (+) over Detroit- I know one thing if you 'fade' the Celtics enough you are going to pay as they are 17-3-1 ATS for the season and 7-1-1 ATS at home. After their loss to Miami (Megabucks Winner) the Celtics have won their last two with two starters court side nursing injuries. These two clubs were engaged in a trade before the season and it marks the return to Boston for Avery Bradley. Detroit is much improved at 12-6 and have been a great take on the road going 7-2 ATS while winning five time outright and are 5-1 ATS in last six in Boston. Take the PISTONS!  

Orlando at Indiana 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Pacers- Man, there is so many reason's to reconsider the Magic here when you look at the history between these two clubs. Indiana is 18-5 ATS in the last 23 meetings and are 5-1 ATS in their last six after blowing a double-digit lead in the third quarter to the Celtics Saturday night. Orlando is on an 8-game slide and this 'price' seems cheap to me. That might be to the Pacers leading scorer Victor Oladipo will most likely miss his second straight game because of a bruised knee. Magic take advantage. Take ORLANDO!  

Cleveland at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over 76ers- Wait a second...okay. O have to write this to garner the true impact of the 76ers being favored over LeBron James and the Cavaliers. Although Philadelphia is 16-5 ATS and 10-1 ATS at home against Cleveland in the James era it was an underdog every time. Now, this season they they are 14-4 ATS while the Cavs are 6-12-1 ATS on the season but, 6-3 ATS on the road. After a rocky start Cleveland has won seven straight. Take the CAVALIERS!    

Boston at Indiana 8:00 ET

Pacers (+)**** over Celtics- Indiana has gotten hot at the right time winning their last five (5-0 ATS) with nine of their next 11 at home. Boston bounced back after their loss after 16 straight wins and will be a little short handed tonight with two more forwards down for this contest. Although the Celtics have won 17 of their last 18 their stamina is starting to wear thin. Pacers 5-3 both straight-up and ATS at home and win here. Take INDIANA!

Portland at Washington 7:00 ET

Trailblazers (+)*** over Wizards- Maybe it's just my poor perception on the Wizards as I expect them to be a 10-point favorite every game but, so long as 'we' have the right side everyone will be happy. Portland is one of those teams that you never really consider a threat but can hurt you if you don't pay attention. The Blazers are feeling good about them selves off their late come-back win over Brooklyn last night. The Wiz just 3-6 ATS at home. Take PORTLAND!  

San Antonio at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+)*** over Spurs- Charlotte had their 3-game winning streak stopped last night by the Cavaliers 100-99 but covered for the fourth straight time. San Antonio has won the last three meetings but are off another poor road performance in New Orleans 107-90. The Spurs are just not quite the same without Kawhi Leonard as they are just 3-5 straight-up and only 1-7 ATS on the road including 0-6 last six. Add that the Hornets are 5-2-1 ATS hosting in the last eight meetings. Take CHARLOTTE!  

Miami at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota made some major off-season moves and it has propelled this usual non-playoff club into contention. The T'wolves are 6-2 at home but are just 4-4 ATS while Miami who is 4-4 on the road are 5-3 ATS. With the return of center Hassan Whiteside the Heat ended Boston's winning streak and are looking to avenge a 125-122 overtime home loss to the Wolves when Whiteside was sidelined. Miami is 5-0 ATS in their last five games at Minnesota and get it done here. Take MIAMI!

Toronto at Indiana 8:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Raptors- Toronto is off to a quick start this season but are off a loss at New York where the Knicks scored 28 unanswered points in the third quarter to shake the Raptors confidence. Indiana has won their last four and is playing with confidence as they start a four-game home stand. Toronto has won nine of the last 11 meetings but the Pacers are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings. Returning home and on a four-game win streak I'm staying with the Pacers. Take INDIANA!

New York at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Knicks- New York has been one of the 'feel good' stories in the NBA where they jettisoned their over-rated 'Super Star' in Carmelo Anthony and have a nucleus of young promising talent. Of course the Knicks are led by center Kristaps Porzingis who is fourth in the NBA in scoring averaging 27.3 points per game and with plenty of scoring from teammate Tom Hardaway Jr. who is returning to Atlanta for the first time since coming over to New York. The Knicks have had the advantage of playing 12 home games where they are 9-3 straight-up and 10-2 ATS. On the road it os a different story for the young Knickerbockers who are just 1-4 both straight-up and ATS on the road. The lowly Hawks are just 1-6 at home but 3-4 ATS and will get the money here. Take ATLANTA!   

Milwaukee at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Bucks- There are a number of really bad teams in the NBA and the Phoenix Suns are one of them. Even though they are 7-11 on the season the Suns aside from Devin Booker have very little scoring power. Eric Bledsoe will return to the place he tweeted “I Don't wanna be here' after the Suns opening loss and he was traded to Milwaukee after being held out of nine games. Well, after three games Phoenix fired Earl Watson and they are 7-8 since. With the addition of center Greg Monroe acquired in the Bledsoe deal Phoenix has added front court strength. Take the SUNS!

Toronto at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Raptors- Is there really 'revenge' games played in the NBA? If so the New York Knicks should be a 'play' here as they suffered their worst defeat of the young season at Toronto 104-87 when the usually good shooting Knicks shot just 33% from the floor. To add to their motivation the Knicks have dropped eight straight to the Raptors but this is a different New York club without Carmelo Anthony playing 'I'm for ME' basketball. Take the KNICKS!

Boston at Miami 7:35 ET

Heat (+) over Celtics- The Boston Celtics are on a record run after dropping their first two games to start the season and have reeled off 16 straight wins going a phenomenal 15-2-1 ATS. So strong are the Celtics that they are even 9-1 both straight-up and ATS on the road while Miami has yet to 'cover' at home. Boston has won eight straight in this series but the last three wins have come by and average of four points. Although the Heat are 3-5 straight-up at home they are 0-7-1 ATS. Look for the Heat's Goran Dragic to break out of his mini shooting slump and for Miami to end Boston's streak. Take the HEAT!

Chicago at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Lakers- It is interesting that the Lakers can be such a strong favorite against anyone even a bottom feeder like the Bulls. Chicago is 3-11 over all and are just 1-7 on the road but the points have helped as they are 4-4 ATS. These two clubs split four games last season but both clubs have gone through major changes with Chicago getting the worst of it. 'We' used Los Angeles as a Best Bet winner Sunday over Denver 127-109 and have problem playing against them here. Take CHICAGO!

Oklahoma City at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Thunder- Hard to believe that Oklahoma City is just 7-8 on the season with the addition of superstars (?) Carmelo Anthony and Paul George. Sometimes 'less is more' as anything with 'Melo' on it reverts to the 'Stop-and shoot' offense where whoever has the ball shoots it. The Thunder are last in the NBA in passes made and until they learn to share the ball they will not be a legitimate contender. Take NEW ORLEANS!   

Indiana at Orlando 7:00 ET
Magic (-) over Pacers- Here we go again with stuff that just doesn't 'look' right. Orlando opened the season with six wins in their first eight games but has lost four straight including a 125-85 pounded by Utah on Saturday. Indiana has won their last three to bringing them to 9-8 this season but they hold a 17-5 ATS series lead in the last 22 meetings. But, the Magic are 7-1 ATS after a points spread loss. Take ORLANDO!

Cleveland at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Cavaliers- The LeBron James led Cavaliers have won four straight and three straight on the road are now 9-7 on the season and will be in Detroit up against the Pistons who has won nine of their last 12. Cleveland who is using Dwyane Wade more and more off the bench will be without guard Iman Shumpert has joined Derrick Rose on the injured list. Note that all of the Cavaliers wins during this mini 4-game streak have come against sub .500 teams. Take DETROIT!

Denver at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Nuggets- Don't think for a minute that I believe that Lonzo Ball will every but anything more then a 'Rich man's Rickie Rubio. He has great vision and can grab you an occasional rebound but offensively he is a liability and player you don't even have to guard and his defense is weak. Luke Walton has seen enough to remove Ball from any competitive contest in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles has dropped their last two both at home but I expect them to rebound here and get the money. Tale the LAKERS!  

Boston at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Celtics- Boston should be feeling really good about themselves after their comeback win over Golden State to extend their winning streak to 14 games. Some might think that the Celtics got the benefit of 'home court' officiating as they attempted 18 more free throws then the Warriors in their Thursday's 92-88 victory. Oh, well that's been the storyline forever in the NBA. This version of the Hawks has shown little to brag about as they are 3-12 on the season but they won their first home game 126-80 over Sacramento which was the largest margin of victory in franchise history. The Celtics should be a little flat here as the Hawks soar. Take ATLANTA!

Minnesota at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Timberwolves- It is always difficult to rationalize taking Dallas (2-13) the NBA's worst team when posting a winner. The Mavericks are just 1-7 st home and have lost their last three and are actually an atrocious 4-11 ATS. Minnesota has already posted a 112-99 win over the Mavericks November 4th as Karl-Anthony Towns had 31 points and 12 rebounds. Although Minnesota is 5-1 straight-up on the road they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five trips to Dallas. Take the MAVERICKS!

Detroit at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers over Pistons- After starting the past two seasons in horrid fashion Detroit has joined (at least for now) respectability as they won five straight raising their record to 10-3 before their road loss at Milwaukee Wednesday. At the sane time the Pacers lost five straight before their win over the Grizzlies at Memphis. The Pistons already posted a home win over Indiana 114-97 two weeks ago and now turn-about is expected. The Pacers have won and 'covered' five straight meetings as hosts and get it done tonight. Take INDIANA!

Miami at Washington 7:00 ET

Heat (+) over Wizards- This is the second of back-to-back meetings as the Wizards were able to win 102-93 in Miami on Wednesday. Washington's back court duo of John Wall and Bradley Beal took command against the Heat scoring 53 points as they outscored the South Beach Boys by 16 points at the free throw line. This time around the Heat will go inside to Hassan Whiteside who is averaging 16.3 points and 15.8 rebounds since returning to the lineup. Miami won both contests in Washington last year and they are 22-8-1 ATS in their last 31 trips to D.C. Take MIAMI!   

Indiana at Memphis 8:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Grizzlies- A pair of middle-of-the-roaders matchup in Memphis where the Pacers will try and win for the first time in five tries. Indiana is 1-6 ATS in the last seven meetings and have lost five of their last six overall and are just 3-5 SU on the road 4-4 ATS this season. The Grizzlies started the season 4-2 but have dropped four of their last seven and are playing either with an ailing Mike Conley or without hime completely. Take INDIANA!

Cleveland at Charlotte 8:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Cavaliers- 'King James' (see Knicks Kanter) will try and rule over Charlotte once again as Cleveland has beaten the Hornets six straight times and in 10 of the past 11 meetings. The 'Queen City' (King George's wife) club has lost their last four but are 4-1 straight-up and ATS at home. The Cavaliers we all know have been struggling and are just 1-5-1 ATS against teams with losing records. The Hornets will have the benefit of Nic Batum's debut tonight and his added offense will help push them over the top. Take CHARLOTTE!  

San Antonio at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Spurs- Dallas has been absolutely dreadful both straight-up (2-12) and ATS 3-11 and the catch San Antonio as they are starting to find their rhythm. It is so bad for the Mavericks that they are just 1-6 both straight-up and ATS at home. The are so bad even against the 'number' as they are also 1-10 ATS when playing with just one-days rest. But, there is one trend that hits the Spurs hard and that is San Antonio is just 1-5 ATS in their last six road games. Take DALLAS!

Toronto at Houston 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Rockets- The Rockets have blasted off and have now won six in-a-row all without point guard Chris Paul. During this streak Houston is averaging 120.2 points with James Harden leading the way in the past six games with 35.8 points per games along with 11.5 assists. Toronto is 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall but will be on point tonight. Take TORONTO!

Boston at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Celtics- Downs goes Hayward...two losses and then an adjustment. The Celtics have rebounded since what many thought would be an injury that would destroy their season. Brad Stevens has his crew on a 12-game winning streak with Al Horford leading the way near the basket. Kyrie Irving has been the on-floor leader but will most likely be sidelined tonight with his facial fracture. Boston is doing it with defense allowing a league low 94 points per contest. The Nets are a much improved club and are 3-2 straight-up at home and get it done tonight. Take BROOKLYN!  

Memphis at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Bucks- Whenever Milwaukee plays most eyes are on Giannis 'Greek Freak' Antetokounmpo but there is a new factor that has aided the Bucks in the newly acquired Eric Bodsoe. They had dropped four straight and five of six before the guard came aboard. The Grizzlies have dropped four the their last six and are off a loss to Houston 111-96 Saturday. Memphis is 4-1 ATS in the last four meetings. Take the GRIZZLIES!   

Cleveland at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Cavaliers- Now really, who would have thought or would believe that the Knicks would be better then .500 and Cleveland would be below .500 after a dozen games. They meet at Madison Square Garden tonight where New York is 6-2 both straight-up and ATS this season but the Cavaliers are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings in New York. Cleveland is 0-6-1 ATS at home but 4-2 ATS on the road but the Knicks are 4-0 ATS in their last four at home. Take NEW YORK!

Orlando at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (-) over Magic- This is the final game of a six game home stand where the Nuggets have won four of five and hope to extend their dominance in this series. Denver is 11-5-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings and are 10-4 ATS as hosts in the last 14 meetings. Orlando defeated the Suns 128-112 Friday night but will find the 'Mile-High' air more difficult to deal with especially after a game last night. This 'number' seems a tad high and I believe the odds makers are looking to force you to take the points...DON'T. Lay it with DENVER!

Cleveland at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Cavaliers- Has LeBron already left Cleveland? By the looks of their current run and overall play it is hard to see James saving the Cavaliers who have lost six of their last eight. (The worst stretch since the return of 'King James'). Dallas at 2-10 is overall and just 1-5 both straight-up and ATS at home but Cleveland is just 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in Dallas and just 2-8 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Mavericks rookies sensation Dennis Smith Jr. is picking up the slack as aging super-star Dirk Nowitzki has scored in single figures in each of the last three games. Still, the Cavaliers are in a funk. Take DALLAS!

Sacramento at New York 8:05 ET

Kings (+) over Knicks- The Kings started the season 1-8 but have rebounded with two straight wins both of which came at home and now travel to New York to play the Knicks and they are just 1-5 straight-up and 1-4-1 ATS. New York is 5-2 both straight-up and ATS at Madison Square Garden but are just 3-7 ATS against Sacramento at home. The Knicks lost at Orlando last time out with their budding 'Super-star' Kristaps Porzingis who should return tonight. Sometimes 'less is more' as the Kings with be without aging veteran Vince Carter which will allow more playing time for their talented youth. Take SACRAMENTO!  

Milwaukee at San Antonio 9:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Spurs- Despite a number of injuries San Antonio has managed to win their last three and are 5-1 both straight-up and ATS at home and are gearing for their fifth straight home game. The Bucks hope to have Eric Bledsoe ready to go tonight and with his outside shooting ability it should take the premier pressure off the 'Greek Freak.' Giannis Antetokounmpo is of course one of the top players in the league but he does have one short coming. The 'Freaks' outside shot is not the best (still better then the Lakers' Ball) and having Bledsoe there relieves the pressure. Take MILWAUKEE!  

Miami at Utah 9:00 ET

Heat (+) over Jazz- The Utah Jazz have had a home floor advantage has been second to none for years and right now that are in the mist of a 3-game home losing streak. Poor shooting and poor defense are key factors as Utah has surrendered 116.7 points allowed in those three losses.With the return of Hassan Whiteside the Heat now have the shot-blocking center ready and that opens to premier for Goran Dragic who has taken over outside. The Heat are much better then most realize and will win here. Take MIAMI!   

Orlando at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over over Magic- Phoenix who started the season with the worst opening day loss in NBA history had a brief rebound winning 4-of-7 but have now lost their last four both straight-up and ATS. Gone is Eric Bledsoe to Milwaukee who played only one game for the Suns and left 21-year old guard Devin Booker to run the show. Phoenix has won four straight meetings until Orlando won during their last trip to the desert. It's just a good time and spot for the Suns. Take PHOENIX!

Oklahoma City at Denver 10:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over Thunder- So, the NBA 'experts' believe that Oklahoma City who is struggling at 4-6 to find a fit with Carmelo Anthony and Paul George will mess at one time or another this season. Yeah, just like the Knicks messed with Anthony. Russell Westbrook is his same exciting self but with Anthony's 'stop-and -shoot' offense to deal with the offensive flow has stooped. The Thunder has had command in this series winning nine straight meetings until the season's final game last year in Oklahoma City. Maybe down the line but, right now play against OKC. Take DENVER!

New Orleans at Toronto 7:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Raptors- It appears that the duo of Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins have turned New Orleans into a contender as they own a winning record for the first time since 2014-15. Toronto is off to a decent start (6-4) but I can't help remembering what I saw in the NBA Playoffs from the Raptors last season as they rely on the guard play of DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry while their defense suffers allowing opponents to shot 45% from the field. The Pelicans who are 5-2 on the road are two strong up front and get the money here. Take NEW ORLEANS!

L.A. Lakers at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (-) over Lakers- The Wizards opened the season 3-0 which was so much better then last season's 3-8 start when the won 49 games including 30 at home. Well, after their quick start they when to Los Angels and were defeated by the Lakers and now they have dropped three straight at home including the first of this current four-game home stand to the 1-10 Mavericks. In the first meetings everyone was expecting John Wall to school Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball but it was Bradley Beal that tallied 28 points. This time Washington and Wall won't be so kind. Take the WIZARDS!

L.A. Lakers at Boston 8:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Celtics- Many thought and I must admit I was one of them, that the Celtics' season was in peril after Gordon Hayward went down five minutes into the season. Boston lost their first two games and appeared lost. But, I failed to consider how good a coach Brad Stevens is! They have responded to Hayward's injury by bonding together and winning nine straight. This rivalry at one time defined the league and now with the Lakers lack of success in recent seasons has taken some of the luster off the meeting. Boston passed on Lonzo Ball (shooting below 30% from the field) in the 2017 draft trading down to take a 'real professional in Jayson Tatum who is averaging 14.3 points shooting over 50% from the floor. So, what! Take LOS ANGELES!

Philadelphia at Utah 9:05 ET

Jazz (-) over 76ers- Philadelphia as been a great 'take' so far this season going 5-4 straight-up and 7-2 ATS with the 'Fabulous' Joel Embiid leading the way. Utah is looking to bounce back from their two recent losses including a trouncing at Houston losing by 27 points. The trends here are all one-sided as the Jazz have won nine straight against Philadelphia and 12 straight at home. Utah is 5-1 at home and without Embiid in the lineup tonight (resting) the 76ers will not have the inside presence that he has provided so far and he will be missed. Take UTAH!

L.A. Clippers at San Antonio 8:35 ET

Clippers (+) over Spurs- Both these clubs are getting over or through early tough spots as the Clippers have dropped four of their last five including their last two at home in day-time starts Saturday and Sunday while San Antonio has won their last two after losing four straight. This is just the third road game for the Clippers who have won both their road encounters while the Spurs are 4-1 at home both straight-up and ATS. LA seems to get ready to play against San Antonio as they won three of four meetings last season and six of the last nine meetings. Take the CLIPPERS!  

Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Cavaliers- Okay, I acknowledge that I thought the Kyrie Irving trade would have more of a negative effect on the Celtics then it would the Cavaliers. But, it looks like (for now) that I was way off on that one. We all know what happened to Boston losing Gorgon Hayward opening night but they have won nine straight while Cleveland is 4-6 including 2-4 at home where they are 0-6 ATS. The Cavs have taken four straight in this series and seven of the last eight while the Bucks have dropped their last four. The matchup between Lebron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo has lost some of its luster and with a slue of injured players the Cavaliers fall short once again. Take MILWAUKEE!

Brooklyn at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Nets (+) over Suns- Last season when the NBA scheduled this matchup they were happy to know at least one of these team would get a win. Last Tuesday the Suns played the Nets in Brooklyn and posted their first road win of the season and today less then a week later these two will finish their season series in Phoenix. After the worst opening game loss in NBA history and starting the year 0-3 the Suns have bounced back to win 3-of-4. Brooklyn has dropped their last four and are 0-4 straight-up on the road. But, the Nets have a small measure of revenge after last week home loss to the Suns. Take BROOKLYN!

Oklahoma City at Portland 9:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Thunder- Most believed that the Thunder would be much improved with the addition of Paul George and of course Carmelo Anthony. Before the season the Vegas 'experts' asked me which team would have the most disappoint season and I responded it's Oklahoma City. Sometimes less is more and with the addition of Anthony the ball will no longer flow among teammates as it did when Russell Westbrook ran the show. Portland is 0-4 ATS in their last four hoe games and now they get to be an underdog in familiar surroundings. Take the TRAILBLAZERS!

Utah at Houston 7:05 ET

Jazz (+) over Rockets- After playing seven of the first 10 games on the road (6-1) the Rockets return home where they are just 1-2 with their only win coming against Dallas the league's worst team. Utah is coming off a loss after five straight wins after five straight wins at home. On the road they have been a different animal as they are 0-3 to date. Although Utah won two of the last three meetings last season they are still just 2-5 ATS in Houston but, the Rockets are 1-6 ATS as hosts against teams with losing road records. Take UTAH.  

Miami at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET

Heat (+) over Clippers- The Heat who started the season with six of their first seven games on the road and are currently on a six game road trip. The Clippers are hosting their second consecutive afternoon games as they were defeated by our 'Money Game' release Memphis 113-104 yesterday. After starting the year 4-0 the Clippers are just 1-3 since. Miami started the season with Hassan Whiteside injured but he has return and means a world of difference for the Heat. Take MIAMI!

Golden State at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Warriors- After a slow start the NBA Champion Golden State Warriors have rebounded nicely with two huge road victories over the Clippers and Spurs by an average of 24 points. There are a couple of reasons the Warriors started so slowly including boredom and the fact that all their opponents are giving their best effort when facing the current champs. Denver has a new face in 4-time All-Star Paul Millsap and he has been the Nuggets leader early in the season. Take DENVER!

Dallas at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Mavericks- Wow, we were all aware that the aging Mavericks might not be the powerhouse that we are used to seeing with Dirk Nowitzki leading the charge. But, they are in the mist of the worst start (1-9) in franchise history and are even pitiful against the spread going just 2-8 ATS. Minnesota has missed the playoffs 13 straight seasons but appear to have what is take to qualify this season with the addition of Taj Gibson and Jimmy Butler to go with one of the youngest roster in the league led by young start Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins. Take MINNESOTA!   

Memphis at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Clippers- Memphis opened the season 5-1 but have dropped their last two while the Clippers lost their first two games of this current five-game home stand before throttling Dallas. With the Grizzlies Mike Conley questionable guard Tyreke Evans has emerged scoring a season high of 32 points in his absence in their 101-99 loss to Orlando Wednesday night. L.A. or should I say Blake Griffin has been outstanding in the Clippers five wins but not so much in their defeats. With the Grizzlies defense being one of the league's beat and coming off two straight losses I give the visitor who one one of two in LA last season the edge. Take MEMPHIS!

Toronto at Utah 9:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Jazz- Utah is a perfect 5-0 both straight-up and ATS at home so far this season and host the Raptors who will be playing their sixth road game and are 2-3 straight-up and 3-2 ATS. This 'price' seems a bit cheap to me for a team that is undefeated at home and has won three straight. Maybe the fact that Toronto is 8-0 ATS in the last eight meetings and 4-0 ATS in their four meetings in Utah. The Jazz seem to have all the advantages entering this contest but Vegas doesn't agree. Take RAPTORS!  

New Orleans at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Pelicans- The Mavericks were determined to start the season on the right foot after going 2-14 last year but this season's start (1-8) is the worst in franchise history. New Orleans has two of the NBA's best big men is DeMarcus Cousins and Anthony Davis who has had three straight triple-doubles. The problem for the Pelicans is that they have difficulty keeping their two big men healthy. Dallas right now is the worst shooting team in the league but that percentage will rise. Take MAVERICKS!