Miami at Boston 7:00 ET

Heat (+) over Celtics- Miami still leads the East with Boston a close second one game behind with Philadelphia and Milwaukee in the wings. The Celtics have been high powered since the All-Star break as they are 13-3 SU and 7-1 ATS in their last eight games overall. The Heat ended a season worst 4-game losing streak with a win (Megabucks) Monday over the Kings and should stay hot as they are 7-1-1 ATS in their last nine road games and 15-6 ATS in their last 21 games as underdogs. Take MIAMI!

Dallas at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Mavericks- Cleveland has had an incredible season already and they have done it with a patch work lineup as they have has had to deal with and unusual number of serious injuries. Dallas is currently dealing with injuries as well that has affected the depth as they get deeper into their roster. I expect a close tough game as these two rank second and third in total defense with the Mavericks allowing 104.2ppg while then Cavaliers allow 104.6ppg. Dallas is 0-4 ATS in their last four road games while Cleveland is 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven as home underdogs. Take CLEVELAND!

Utah at L.A. Clippers 10:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Jazz- Talk about fading as the regular season comes to a close both of these teams have found themselves headed south as the games pick up importance. Utah has dropped four straight while the Clippers have lost five straight and 8-of-10. Los Angels has fallen into the sixth spot in the playoff hunt and have lost both meetings against the Jazz this season by an average of 25 points. With this line being where it is tells me that theJazz are slipping more than LA. Take the CLIPPERS!

Sacramento at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat (-) over Kings- Miami is in the middle of a four-game losing streak and are now tied with Boston for the best record in the East. Lowly Sacramento at 27-48 has won three straight and fine themselves double-digit underdogs against a team with 4-straight losses. Heat coach Eric Spoelstra was missing last time out for personal reasons for just the third time in 14 years and they are 0-3 when he is absent and they are 0-7 ATS in their last seven. With that kind of record it is a line telling me that the Heat are ready to bust out. Take MIAMI! 

Charlotte at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Nets- Charlotte is a game behind the Nets and leads 10th place Atlanta by one game. But the storyline here for Brooklyn is that Kyrie Irving will be playing his first home game of the season and first since June 7 2021. The Nets are 7-2 in their last nine games but just 9-12 with Irving in the lineup. The Hornets have picked up the pace and are 6-1 SU in their last seven games and 11-3 in their last 14. They are also 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven games as road underdogs and 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 road games overall. Take CHARLOTTE!

Milwaukee at Memphis 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis has surprised the rest of the NBA with their ability to consistently win games while short-handed playing without Ja Morant. The Grizzlies have a six game home winning streak going on right now and will be hosting Milwaukee with both Morant and Dillon Brooks. The Bucks are on a roll of their own winning 10 of their last 12, 8-2 ATS in last 10 games and have won the lone meeting this season 126-114. The 'Freak' will be too much for the Grizzlies without Morant. Take MILWAUKEE!

Brooklyn at Miami 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Nets- Well, Kyrie Irving has received a 'pardon' and will now be able to play home games as the mask restrictions have been lifted in New York. With his game on the road the team will have all personnel available and if the season ended today these two would meet in the opening round of the playoffs. Miami had a 'heated' exchange between players and coach as they have dropped their last two at home and they are 15-5 ATS in their last 20 games as underdogs and Brooklyn is 8-22 ATS in their last 30 games as favorites. Take MIAMI!

New York at Miami 8:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Heat- Hey, I remember when these two clubs had such a fierce rivalry that fisticuffs occurring more than once and even coach Jeff Van Gundy was holding on to Alonzo Mornings' leg for safety. Now, a days the Heat just fight with each other while the Knicks barely communicate with each other. But, I thing Miami's problem might be deeper that of New York's. The Heat are coming of a loss a 'bad loss' to a Warriors team that sat three starters including Curry, Green and Thompson and I look for them to play angry. The Knicks are emerging and are 7-0 ATS as road underdogs. Take NEW YORK!

Dallas at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Timberwolves- Dallas has had a great six weeks going 16-5 in their last 21 games including a win over the Timberwolves on Monday and have moved into a fourth place tie with Utah. Each team has won a game on their own court in the season series and the Mavericks are 10-4 ATS in the last 14 meetings. Minnesota has hit a two-game slide after having won seven of eight while the Mavs are 6-0-1 ATS in their last seven road games and are 7-2 ATS as road underdogs. Take DALLAS

Washington at Detroit 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Pistons- These clubs have something in common and not just that they are pitiful basketball teams but Washington has the same road record 12-24 as Detroit has home record 12-24. The Wizards have dropped eight of nine while the Pistons haven't been much better and are coming of just their second win in their last nine games. The Wiz are about to play the second of back-to-back games where they are 35-16-2 ATS. Detroit is 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games as home favorites. Take WASHINGTON!

Cleveland at Toronto 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Raptors- These two clubs are battling each other for the sixth playoff spot as the Cavaliers currently hold that place one-game ahead of Toronto who they had defeated three times without a loss this season. Both clubs are off losses with Cleveland's coming at home against the Lakers while the Raptors fell at Chicago. The Cavs are 4-1 ATS after a SU loss and Toronto is 0-5 ATS in their last five games as home favorites. Take CLEVELAND!

Phoenix at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Suns- With the best record in the NBA and winners of five straight Phoenix has a chance to secure the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference with a win tonight in Minnesota.The Timberwolves are have their best season in memory and have won 10 of their last 12 and are 12-3-1 ATS after SU loss. Take MINNESOTA!

Brooklyn at Memphis 7:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Nets- The matchup of Kevin Durant versus Ja Morant is not going to happen as Ja is resting his sore knees for the second straight game but that doesn't bother the Grizzlies as they are 14-2 SU when he is out this year. Memphis has won five straight against the Nets and posted a 118-104 win in Brooklyn in early January. The Nets are 8-22 ATS in their last 30 games as favorites while the Grizzlies are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 home games. Take MEMPHIS!

New York at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Hornets- Charlotte is back in action having won five straight and seven of nine and are climbing up the seeding ladder jumping three teams for the playoffs. New York is off a loss late night which makes the 2020-21 season their only winning year in the past nine. The Hornets have won both meetings this season but the Knicks are 6-0 ATS in their last six road games and are 4-1 ATS after a SU loss. Charlotte is just 4-12-1 ATS in their last 17 home games. Take NEW YORK!

Chicago at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Bucks- Chicago was able to break a 3-game losing streak against Toronto last night but have won just two of their last 11 games outright. But the Bulls have always looked forward to their trips to Milwaukee as they are 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games in the Brew City but are 7-19 ATS in their last 26 games as road underdogs. The Bucks are playing well and are 6-2 ATS in their last eight overall and 5-1 ATS in their last six games as favorites. Tough call but it is CHICAGO!

Toronto at Chicago 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Bulls- Usually we have to wait until June until teams from Chicago starts their swoon but the Bulls are outdoing the Cubs and are headed south after a great start to the season. The Bulls who have dropped into the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff chase and have lost eight of their last 10 games in their last three. The Raptors have won five of their last six road games going 6-0 ATS while the Bulls are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games. Take TORONTO!

New Orleans at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Hornets- Both of these clubs are struggling to stay in playoff contention and are playing winning basketball right now after hitting a lull. Charlotte has won their last four including a Megabucks winner over Dallas while New Orleans has won two straight and seven of nine road games and are 10-2 ATS away from home. The Hornets are 4-11-1 ATS in their last 16 home games and the Pelicans are 5-0 ATS in their last five meetings in Charlotte. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Toronto at Philadelphia 8:30 ET

Raptors (+) over 76ers- The Raptors had their five game road winning streak stopped at home Friday night as they fell to the Lakers 128-123 in overtime. The Raptors are now in the seventh spot chasing the NBA playoffs and are off the disappointing loss on Friday but and are 13-5 ATS after a SU loss. Philadelphia is off a 110-101 win over Dallas Friday but is just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games as home favorites and 3-9 ATS after a SU win. Take TORONTO!

Utah at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Jazz- The Knicks have had the most disappointing season as the chemistry that brought them to to fourth seed in the playoffs last years postseason and are now in the 11th spot in the Eastern Conference. New York has started to show signs of life as they are 6-0 ATS in their last six games as underdogs and 7-1 ATS in their last eight games overall. Utah is 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight games overall and just 3-12-1 ATS in their last 16 road games. Take NEW YORK!

New Orleans at Atlanta 6:10 ET

Pelicans (+) over Hawks- The line on this contest seems a bit short to me as Atlanta is coming off a 120-105 victory over Memphis on Friday and the Pelicans are off a 124-91 win over San Antonio. The Hawks played without their two top scorers as both Trae Young and John Collins were both sidelined and yet they just 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games following a SU win. The Pelicans are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 road games and get the money here. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Dallas at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Mavericks- The Hornets have won their last three games overall after a long stretch of poor play as they added defense to their game of late. Dallas has won 8-of-10 and are off a loss to the 76ers last night and are looking to swept the season series having won 120-96 in the first meetings back in December. The Hornets are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games overall and 6-1-1 ATS playing on two-days rest. Take CHARLOTTE!

Chicago at Phoenix 10:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Suns- Chicago who was one of the biggest money makers in their first half of the season have hit their June swoon a bit early this year as they have dropped seven of last nine games and have lost their last four meetings against Phoenix. The Suns own the NBA's best record and have won seven of nine games since Chris Paul injured his finger. The Bulls are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games in Phoenix. Take CHICAGO!

Denver at Cleveland 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Nuggets- The Nuggets just set a franchise record by winning their seventh straight road contest Wednesday with a win over Washington. The Cavaliers have lost Jarret Allen but welcome the return of Caris LeVert who works so well with All-star guard Darius Garland. Denver is 1-4 ATS in their last five games as favorites and the Cavaliers are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six games as home underdogs. Take CLEVELAND!

Dallas at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over 76ers- With the addition of James Harden the 76ers have become a legitimate threat to win the East and possibly to whole show with Joel Embiid making his bid for MVP. Dallas has also been rounding into form as they have won their last three and 27 of their last 35 since the New year. The Mavericks are 7-0 ATS in their last seven games as underdogs and are 12-4-1 ATS in their last 17 games overall and 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take DALLAS!

Detroit at Orlando 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Magic- It's official...the Pistons and Magic have been eliminated from postseason play as the meet for the fourth time with Detroit holding a 2-1 games lead. Orlando who is not known for their defense had Kyrie Irving drop 60-points on them last time out as they surrendered 150 total points to Brooklyn. The Pistons are playing their best ball of the year and are 11-1 ATS in their last 12 games overall and 6-0 ATS as road dogs. Take DETROIT!

Portland at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (-) over Trailblazers- I am a bit confused when I see New York losers in 13 of their last 17 games are favorites by double-digits. When I see Portland has lost 7-of-8 and all but one of those were by single digits a 122-113 loss to Atlanta. The Knicks have blown nine double-digit leads one of which was to the Blazers who outscored the Knicks 35-11 in the fourth quarter and posted a 23-point come-from-behind win. This time they hold the lead. Take NEW YORK!

Phoenix at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Suns- Sometimes less is actually more as players step-up when needed as the Pelicans scored 130 points against Houston with their two top scoring players Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum sidelined. Phoenix of course is still without Chris Paul but still have the best overall record in the NBA. The 'numbers' (trends) are one-sided lending support for Phoenix but is will be a stormy night for the Suns in New Orleans. Take the PELICANS!

Chicago at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Bulls- Something is not right with Chicago as they seem to have hit a wall as their quality of play overall has fallen off. They had lost five-in-row and bounced back with a pair of wins over the Pistons and Cavaliers and most likely will be without Zach LaVine who is having back issues. The Kings have lost four straight and 9-of-11 while Chicago's DeRozan slumps and they are 1-6 ATS in their last seven overall and 0-4 ATS on the road. Kings 3-0-1 ATS in the four games as underdogs and 3-1-1 ATS in their last five games overall. Take SACRAMENTO!

Minnesota at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Timberwolves- Boy, I like what the Timberwolves are doing and meaning winning when posted as a Megabucks selection as done on Saturday at Miami defeating the Heat 113-104 allowing only 37 in the second have. San Antonio was sluggish looked tired in their home loss 127-111 against Indiana Saturday and will be playing their fifth straight game as hosts tonight. The 'Alamo Boy' are making a stand as the are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games following a double-digit home loss. The Spurs are in need as they are in the 12th spot and are 1.5-games out of the final play-in spot at No. 10. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Denver at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over 76ers- Denver is 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall but are a stellar 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games but they have always struggled against the 76ers as they are a putrid 5-16-2 ATS in the last 23 meetings including 0-3-1 ATS in their last our in Philadelphia. The Sixers are of course still working James Harden into sync and as they are 1-4 ATS in their last five and 4-10-1 ATS when facing teams with winning records. Take DENVER!

New York at Brooklyn 1:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Nets- Kyrie Irving will be in attendance this afternoon but he will not be in uniform for the Nets as the nonconformist is still afraid of needles. Brooklyn has won the last five meetings including a victory where they trailed the Knicks by 28-points in the largest comeback in franchise history. New York has blown double-digit leads nine times in their last 16 games but will give 'us' a full 48 minute effort today. Take NEW YORK!

Toronto at Denver 9:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Nuggets- Kudos the the Raptors for coming through for 'us' last night winning as 'our' Megabucks over the Suns. Denver is off a stretch of six games in nine days and they felt the affects in their loss to Golden State on Thursday while Toronto will be playing for the second straight night. Fred VanFleet return to action last night and his impact makes a difference. The Nuggets have dominated this series but the Raptors are 9-4 ATS as road underdogs in their last 13. Take TORONTO!

Cleveland at Chicago 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Bulls- The home team has dominated the first two meetings each winning at home with the Cavs by 23 in December and the Bulls by 13 in January. Cleveland who has been the biggest surprise in the NBA has now dropped 7-of-10 and are feeling the loss of Colin Sexton. But, defense travels well and the Cavaliers play it allowing just 103.7ppg. Although, the Bulls have owned this series this is a different Cavs team then what we've seen in past seasons. Take CLEVELAND!

Minnesota at Miami 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Heat- Minnesota who just had their longest winning streak in 18 years snapped at six yesterday by Orlando will continue south on this trip to Florida and will be against the Eastern Conference leader Miami. The Heat defeated a tough Cavaliers club at home last night The upstart Timberwolves are the No. 2 scoring team in the league averaging 114.6ppg while The Heat's defense is ranked No. 4 allowing only 104.7ppg. Or some reason the Wolves have had Miami's number and are 5-1-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take MINNESOTA!

Toronto at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Suns- The Raptors ended a 3-game losing streak with the return of Fred VanVleet on Wednesday defeating the Spurs 119-104 as he scored a team high 26 points. These two met in Toronto earlier and the Suns prevailed 99-95 but this time they are without Chris Paul this time around. Phoenix is 40-games over .500 and have won 11 of 13 and are off a dominating win over Miami. The Raptors are 8-2 ATS against teams winning better than 60% of their games and the Suns are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as home favorites. Take TORONTO!

Atlanta at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Bucks- It appears that the Bucks are rounding into playoff shape as they have now won their last four games averaging 128.4 points for the week. Atlanta just had their own three game winning streak stopped in overtime to Detroit on Monday. This is the third meeting of the season between these two and the Hawks have posted a pair of wins and are looking to sweep the season series as they are 13-5 ATS in the last 18 meetings in Milwaukee. Take ATLANTA!

New Orleans at Memphis 7:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Grizzlies- Last time out for the Pelicans they broke 'our' hearts by losing 138-130 in overtime at Denver Saturday night a game where they led by 11-points with 3:22 left in the game as newcomer CJ McCollum said they 'should have won this game in regulation. Memphis blew a 10-point lead of their own against Houston Sunday has cooled off and has dropped four of their last seven and are 1-7 ATS min the last eight meetings. The Pelicans are 8-1 Ats in their last nine road games take NEW ORLEANS

L.A. Lakers at San Antonio 7:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Lakers- Los Angeles ended a four-game losing streak with a 124-116 win over Golden State led by an epic performance by 37-year old LeBron James and his 56 points. San Antonio has lost four straight and finished their nine game road trip with four wins and returns for just their second home game since February fourth. Coach Popovich is one win shy of tying Don Nelson with 1,334 wins and should get it here tonight. The Lakers are 16-39 ATS in their last 55 games after a SU win and the Spurs are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine games as favorites. Take SAN ANTONIO!

New Orleans at Denver 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Nuggets- This is a bit of a strange price for this game even if MVP Nikola Jokic who is out with a non-COVID illness is not expected to play. New Orleans has something to cheer about as Zion Williamson has return to the Crescent City and is now able to practice basketball activities for the first time this season and the Pelicans have won four straight. The Pels are 8-0 ATS in their last eight road games and they are 9-4 ATS min the last 13 meetings. Take NEW ORLEANS!

San Antonio at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Hornets- One more win for Greg Popovich and he ties Don Nelson for most coaching wins in NBA history. But, the Spurs have lost their last three games and are facing a Hornets team at is 1-9-1 ATS in their last 11 home games and are 0-5 ATS as favorites in their last five in that roll. Win one for 'Pop.' Take SAN ANTONIO!

Milwaukee at Chicago 7:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Bucks- Chicago has now lost their last three games as the blew a fourth quarter lead to the Hawks last night but the Bulls are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine games after a loss. Milwaukee is 1-5 ATS in their last six games as favorites and are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games overall while the Bulls are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 home games. Take CHICAGO!

Atlanta at Washington 8:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Hawks- Both of these clubs are struggling to stay in the playoff hunt as the season wines down. Atlanta is currently tied with Charlotte for the 9th seed and has won eight of their last nine overall but are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games. Washington is off a non-cover win over Detroit but is 3-0-1 ATS in their last four games following an ATS loss. I expect a bit of a letdown by the Hawks after their big win over the Bulls last night. Take WASHINGTON!

Cleveland at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over 76ers- Philadelphia is now 3-0 since the arrival of James Harden and have won their last games overall. Cleveland who has the best ATS record in the league has dropped their last two games but still have the No. 1 defense in the NBA allowing only 103ppg. The Cavaliers are 6-2 ATS in their last eight meetings in the Liberty City and are 14-6 ATS in their last 20 games against teams with winning records. The Sixers are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games after a SU win.Take CLEVELAND!

L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers 10:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Clippers- As of now the Clippers are the eighth seed in the West with the Lakers 4.5-game behind them in the ninth playoff spot. The Lakers have lost three-in-a-row and six of seven while the Clippers have won four consecutive games and six of their last seven. The Lakers are 8-3-1 after a SU loss and 3-1-1 ATS in their last five as underdogs while the Clippers are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games as favorites. Tale the LAKERS!

Charlotte at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Cavaliers- This is sort of a 'East meets West' type of game where the top-rated defensive team the Cavaliers are surrendering just 102.7ppg while Charlotte is the No. 1 ranked offensive team scoring at a 114.3ppg clip. There is something happening to Cleveland of late as they were an underdog at home last time out while have a 17-game advantage in the standings and this one looks suspicious as well with this 'price' so cheap with the favorite. The Hornets are 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 road games and are 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to Cleveland. Take CHARLOTTE!

Dallas at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Lakers over Mavericks- When a team plays as bad as the Lakers are playing and is receiving the amount of negative media coverage that they are getting they seem to rally together. LA trailed the lowly Pelicans by as many as 32-points in an embarrassing 123-95 home defeat. Dallas rallied for a win at Golden State outscoring the Warriors 33-13 in the fourth quarter. The Mavericks have having a swell road trip but they are just 2-5 ATS in their seven meetings in LA. Lakers are 8-3 ATS following a SU loss. Take LOS ANGELES LAKERS!

San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis thinks that they can win it all and there are many that are starting to believe them as Ja Morant continues to pick up MVP votes. San Antonio is making their final stop of an 8-game road trip and the Spurs who are 4-3 SU (4-1-1 ATS) on this trip that started Feb. 9 and they haven't played at home since Feb. 4. The Grizzlies have monster 'numbers' and trends as their emergence has them on a huge upswing. But, all swings come back to the center sooner or later. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Chicago at Miami 7:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Heat- Surprisingly enough these two teams are the leaders in the East as Miami holds a one-game lead over the Bulls. After having won six straight Chicago fell to 'our' Megabucks winner Memphis on Saturday despite DeMarr DeRozen scoring over 30 points once again. Miami has won their last three and eight of nine but are 0-5 ATS in their last five games as home favorites. Add that the Bulls are 6-2 ATS in their last eight trips to Miami and they are 4-0-1 ATS in their last five after a SU loss. Take CHICAGO!

Minnesota at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Cavaliers- As Claude Rains would say 'I am shocked...', not that there is gambling going on but that Minnesota is favored here. Just look at the records as Cleveland is 12-games over .500 while the T'Wolves trail the Cavaliers by 5-games and with the Cavs 19-9 SU at home it's hard to grasp by the visitor is the favorite. Wolves are also just 14-17 SU on the road and yet favorite here. It Don't make sense! Take MINNESOTA!

New Orleans at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Lakers- Right now with the Lakers being 5-games under .500 they are in the third of four play-in spots and they are headed south quickly. Los Angeles is 13-19 ATS at home this season and things aren't looking any better with them as same a favorite as they are at home against a team 12-games under .500. Pelicans are 7-0 ATS in their last seven road games and get the money here. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Dallas at Golden State 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Warriors- Sometimes less is more and that might be the case for the Mavericks as they jettisoned Kristaps Porzingis to Washington and seem to now better team chemistry. These two have split tow games this season with each holding serve on their court. The Warriors had dropped four of five before the break and opened the second have with a blowout win at Portland. The surprise here is that Dallas is ranked second on defense and are 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings and 5-1 ATS at Golden State. Take DALLAS!

San Antonio at Miami 8:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Heat- I've said it time and again that it is difficult to get past this Miami team and yet I look to take them down when the situation calls. The Heat is off a relatively easy win in New York last night while the Spurs were in a double-overtime game in Washington and took a late night flight to Miami. San Antonio has won 4-of-5 and are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine games in Miami and 9-3 ATS in their last 12 road games against winning teams. While the hot Heat have won 7-of-8 they are just 1-5 ATS this season with no rest. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Memphis at Chicago 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Bulls- Memphis who at times looks like the best team in the NBA has dropped their last two and now face the hottest player in the league in DeMar DeRozen who has scored 30 points or more in nine straight games as Chicago enters this contest winners of their last six. The Grizzlies have won the last three meetings and are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games after an ATS loss and they are 12-3 ATS in their last 15 as underdogs. Take MEMPHIS!

Toronto at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Hawks- The Raptors took an extended break after the All-Star game taking the night off against Charlotte last night losing 125-93 and at one time trailing by 41 points. And they are 9-1 ATS after a loss. Toronto has won the two meetings this season and are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 as underdogs and for some reason (maybe hard Fridays) the Hawks are just 1-7 ATS in their last eight Saturday games. Take TORONTO!

L.A. Clippers at L.A. Lakers 10:10 ET

Clippers (+) over Lakers- Let's go back in our minds to the season's opening week could you have imagined the Lakers at home favorited by less than a field goal over the Clippers (be it they both play at the Staples Center). The amazing part of this is that the Clips are under .500 and you would think they would be getting more points be the Lakers are 4-games under the watermark and just can't cut it. Take the CLIPPERS!

Philadelphia at Minnesota 8:10 ET

Timberwolves (+) over 76ers- With or without James Harden all of a sudden the 76ers are a team to fade. When and where Harden plays with Philadelphia the mindset has changed for the core of the team but for the newcomer it will be more of the same. Break a teams offensive flow so that you can show your skills which just don't seem to click when it counts most. The T'wolves are 'comers' and with Karl-Anthony Towns leading the way they are a threat. Take MINNESOTA!

Miami at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Heat- It's the old adage...'addition by subtraction.' The Knicks saw the light early and the re-birth of Kemba Walker just was not to be and he was given the rest o the season to recover from the Ben Simmons Syndrome (when you realize that you can't play). The last time out New York blew a 28-point lead to crippled Brooklyn and lost whimpering as they left the court. Miami once again is one of the toughest outs in the league and when Jimmy Butler is healthy they can be unbeatable. As good as the Heat can be and they have won six of seven but it's time for the Knicks to lick their wounds. Take NEW YORK!

Golden State at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- Most of us saw it or at least saw the high-lites of Stephen Curry's performance in the All-Star game and that kind of thing stays with out. But, what wasn't staying with Curry in that gala event was another other player. No defense was played last Sunday and it will be a little different here. The Blazers have a 'new' look with their mainstay guard both missing as Lillard out with an injury and McCollum traded. Warriors are just 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 road games and 1-4-2 ATS as road favorites while the Trailblazers are 4-0 ATS in their last four games overall. Take PORTLAND!

Memphis at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis has won two of the three meetings between these two and they have emerged as a force with the league as they possess the third best record in the NBA. Ja Morant is leading the No. 2 ranked offense scoring at a 113.8ppg clip and will be facing one of the league's newest stars in Karl-Anthony Towns. The Timberwolves are playing their best right now and are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven home games. Take MINNESOTA!

Atlanta at Chicago 8:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Bulls- Things change although they may appear to be the same. Chicago has won five straight riding the coattails of DeMar DeRozan who has scored 35 or more points in seven straight games and all while shooting over 50% from the floor. But, the Bulls who defeated the Hawks at home as a -7.5-point favorites 131-117 are now despite the hot run are favored by 3-points less. Atlanta who has won their last two before the break is doing what they did last year, in that they were below the .500 mark and then they put it together in the second half. Playing better the Hawks are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 games. Take ATLANTA!

Philadelphia at Milwaukee 8:30 ET

76ers (+) over Bucks- Can anyone stop Giannis? We know it won't be James Harden who just disappears on defense but won't play tonight anyway. The 76ers do have a force of their own in Joel Embiid who is averaging 30.3 points and 13 rebounds double-double in six of his last seven games. Philadelphia is off an embarrassing 48-point home loss to Boston Tuesday night but are 5-0 ATS in their last five game as road underdogs. The Bucks are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven home games and 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games as home favorites. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- The Pelicans picked up an impact player before the trade deadline and CJ McCollum has been a huge contributor since his acquisition averaging 29.7 points in his last three games. Unfortunately for New Orleans they have dropped three of the four games played since his arrival in the 'Big Easy.' Dallas also added personnel from a trade with Washington as Spencer Dinwiddie aided in the Mavericks win over Miami Tuesday night. New Orleans is off their worst 3-point shooting game of the season and I expect them to rebound here against the Mavericks who are 205 ATS on the road against teams with losing records at home. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Washington at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Wizards (+) over Nets- Sometimes less is more and the Nets are in that mode as they jettisoned malcontent and malingerer James (I've never won a playoff series) Harden. After having lost 11 straight Brooklyn has posted a pair of wins including a 28-point comeback over the Knicks last night. Washington is just 3-10 in their last 13 games overall but one of those wins was a 113-112 victory over the Nets. The Wizards dropped a 113-108 decision at Indiana last night but are 29-13-2 ATS when playing the second of back-to-back nights. The Nets are 7-20-1 ATS in their last 28 home games and will still play at home without Kyrie (Flat World) Irving. Take WASHINGTON!

Utah at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Jazz- The Jazz have gone retro as they are back to winning big at home and struggling when not playing in the 'Mile High' environment. Utah is off a six-game home winning streak and now take to the road where they have suffered five consecutive losses. Los Angeles has dropped their last three and 7-of-9 as they have been playing short-handed with both Lebron James and Anthony Davis missing playing time. The Jazz are 2-7 ATS in the last nine meetings and just 1-5 ATS in LA. Take the LAKERS!

Memphis at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Grizzlies- The addition of CJ McCollum has already paid dividends as his 23 points lead six New Orleans players in double figures last night in their 120-90 win over Toronto last night. This is the second meeting of the season between these two with the Pelicans winning the first encounter at home 112-101 back in November, they will meet twice more in Memphis after the All-Star break. The Grizzlies are 0-7 ATS in the last seven meetings including 0-5 ATS in the 'Big Easy.' Take NEW ORLEANS!

Atlanta at Boston 2:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Celtics- Boston is starting to play the way many expected of them when the season started as they have won seven straight and 9-of-10 and are now tied with Toronto for the second spot in the Atlantic Division behind the 76ers. The Hawks who appeared to be making a 'move' of their own has now dropped three of their last four are off a home loss to San Antonio. Atlanta won the first of two meetings and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. The Celtics are just 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games as home favorites and just 2-7 ATS at home against teams with losing records. Take ATLANTA!

L.A. Clippers at Dallas 8:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Mavericks- Sometimes less ends up being more and that's the attitude Dallas as taken by trading Kristaps Porzingis who was moved to Washington after playing just 134 out of the last 265 games for the Mavericks. The Mavs have won four straight and are 17-5 in their last 22 games including a 112-105 win over the Clippers on Thursday. This is the second of back-to-back contests as the Clippers are off three straight losses and are 0-5 ATS in their last five games. Despite the current loss L.A. is 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings. Take CLIPPERS!

Minnesota at Chicago 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Bulls- Minnesota had their five-game winning streak stopped against of all teams the lowly Kings in Sacramento Wednesday after having pasted them the night before 132-119. The Timberwolves have made the playoffs just once in the past 17 seasons but are primed for the sixth seed which would help them avoid the play-in round. Chicago who has off to such a good start has been decimated with injuries and COVID issues are just 3-8 ATS after an ATS win. The T'wolves are 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings and are 5-0 ATS following a loss of 10-points or more. Take MINNESOTA!

Milwaukee at Phoenix 10:10 ET

Bucks (+) over Suns- A rematch of the 2021 NBA Finals as the Bucks and Suns meet for the first time this season. After dropping the first two games of the Finals last season Milwaukee rebounded strong to win the next four and their first NBA Championship since Lew Alcindor led the way in 1971. This time around the Bucks are led by super-star Giannis Antetokounmpo who is dominating play of late. Milwaukee after a slow start has turned it on and have won four straight and eight of their last 10. Phoenix is also playing hot and have won three straight and 14 of 15. so I question why this line is where it is. (so low). Take MILWAUKEE!

Miami at New Orleans 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Heat- Miami finishes a six-game road trip in New Orleans where the Pelicans are starting a six-game home stand. Both clubs have are on winning streaks as the Heat have won their last three contests while the Pels have put together four straight victories. The Heat are off an easy time against the Wizards shooting 57% for the games including 56.3% from 3-point land and will find it a bit more difficult to get clean shots here. Longing to return home the Heat will be thinking of getting back to South Beach. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Brooklyn at Washington 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Wizards- When the season started began there isn't a person with any NBA knowledge would ever expect the Wizards to be favored over the Nets, but with Brooklyn scrambling to field healthy bodies they have lost nine in-a-row. So, Kyrie (Flat World) Irving has returned to action be it only in road games has yet to pick up the slack of the ailing Kevin Durant (2-10 without him) as the Nets have lost nine straight. Washington has lost six straight and are without their star Bradley Beal so advantage goes to the Nets. Take BROOKLYN!

Golden State at Utah 10:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Warriors- What a difference Donovan Mitchell makes for this Jazz club as they have won three straight since his return to action after going 4-12 in the month of January. Golden State have won the first two meetings winning at home 94-92 two weeks ago and on New Year's Day in Salt Lake City 123-116. The Warriors can be considered a scoring machine but without Draymond Green they are just 3-9-2 ATS after scoring 100 or more points in their previous game. Take UTAH!

Toronto at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Raptors- This contest pits a pair of ATS trends that go head-to-head as Toronto is 15-9 ATS on the road while the Thunder are 15-8-3 at home. Although Oklahoma City has lost 14 of their last 18 games they have been competitive when it comes to playing the games. The Raptors are on a six game winning streak and are 6-0 ATS winning as small underdogs and favorites. This time the 'line' catches up with them. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Chicago at Charlotte 7:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Bulls- A pair of clubs that have hit a lull before the All-Star break as Charlotte has lost five straight and the Bulls have dropped 3-of-4. A week ago the Hornets had the top-ranked offense in the NBA and Chicago had the best record in the Eastern Conference, but recent play by both clubs has seen them fall. The Bulls at just 2-7 in their last nine road games and The Hornets have shot under 33% from three point range in their last six games. That changes tonight...take CHARLOTTE!

Milwaukee at L.A. Lakers 10:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Bucks- LeBron is back and the difference between when he is in the lineup and not is drastic. With or without Anthony Davis the key for Los Angeles is James as he posted 29 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists last time out and has scored at least 25 points in 19 consecutive games. I expect Russell Westbrook to improve on his 1-for-10 shooting and for the Lakers to bring their one down to the final buzzer. LA has picked up the pace as they are 4-1 ATS in their last five games. Take the LAKERS!

New York at Denver 9:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Nuggets- The Knicks thought that they had something going after last years success as defense was the key to their success. But, during the off season they tried to bring in more offense and they sacrificed they defense and lost their chemistry. After blowing double-digit leads in the fourth quarter of their past two games New York is now at a season's worst six-game under .500. The word is the Knicks are trying to deal Julius Randle who has been in conflict with staff and the MSG fans. The best thing that I can say about the Knicks is they are 12-3 ATS in the second of back-to-back games.Take NEW YORK!

L.A. Clippers at Memphis 8:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis has won five of six and are 18-4 since Christmas and are going for a season sweep of the Clippers who they have defeated twice already this season. Los Angeles is 10-13 since December 26 when Paul George went out because of an elbow injury but are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games as underdogs. The Grizzlies who have been on a point spread tear are 7-1 ATS in their last eight home games and 26-10 ATS in their last 36 overall. Still, tonight it is the Clippers. Take LOS ANGELES!

New York at Utah 9:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Jazz- Utah who led the NBA in wins last season with 52 struggled in January winning just 4-of-16 games as Donovan Mitchell was out for eight games. New York lost in OT to the Lakers on Saturday after blowing a 20-point lead. The Knicks are 12-4 ATS in their nlast 16 trips to Utah and 25-7 ATS in the last 32 meetings. Take NEW YORK!

Phoenix at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Suns- Phoenix has won 12 of their last 13 and they are 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games while the Bulls are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games. Chicago is 19-7 SU and 17-9 ATS at home and should have Zach LaVine available after back spasms kept him out of the past two games. Chicago is 30-22-1 ATS on the season and should be ready for the invasion of the leagues winning team. Take the BULLS!

Toronto at Charlotte 7:10 ET

Hornets (+) over Raptors- The Hornets have lost their last four games three of which were at home as they losing streak as they have dropped from the No. 1 spot in offense. Toronto is on a five-game winning streak going 5-0 ATS. Part of the Hornets problem is the lack of firepower as Gordon Hayward has been out with an ankle injury and when he return to action he was 0-for-7 from the field. The Raptors beat the Hornets 125-113 at home in the first meetings of the season two weeks ago. Look for the Hornets to even the series with a home win. Take CHARLOTTE!

Atlanta at Dallas 6:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Mavericks- Atlanta is repeating their 'act' like last season when they went on a tear the second half of the season after the holidays and made a run into the playoffs. The Hawks have won 8-of-10 and 12 of their last 16 and took down the Mavericks 113-87 hosting the season opener. Dallas is also heating up and has won 14 of their last 19 games. Considering how Dallas is playing and hosting the Hawks where the home team has won 7-of-8 this line is way short. The Hawks are 13-3 ATS in the past 16 meetings and one again get the cash. Take ATLANTA!

Milwaukee at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Bucks- The Trailblazers have dropped their last four and six of their last seven and their last three games at home. Milwaukee has won five of the last seven games and have defeated Portland five straight games and nine of the past 10. But, the Bucks are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games as favorites and oddly enough the Blazers are 8-1-1 ATS on Saturdays. Take PORTLAND!

New York at L.A. Lakers 8:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Lakers- Both of these clubs are streaking, did I say streaking I meant both these teams are leaking. New York has lost four of five and seven of nine while the 'Fakers' have dropped four of their last five and nine of their last 13 games overall. Anthony Davis is back but without LeBron James the Lakers are 1-4 in his latest absence. The Knicks are 5-1 ATS in their last six games following a loss and are 5-2 ATS in their last seven visits to play the Lakers in LA and the Lakers are 8-22 ATS after a point spread win and they 'covered' last time out against the Clippers. Take LAKERS!

Miami at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Heat- Miami is one of the tough teams to dispose of no matter where the game is being played as they are 16-13 ATS on the road and 18-6 at home. The Heat have had to deal with number injuries and COVID issues and still manage to stay competitive. Charlotte has the No. 1 offense in the NBA scoring 114.1 ppg while they will face the No. 5 defense as the Heat only allow 1-5 ppg. Miami is just 2-5 ATS after a win of 10-points or more while the Hornets are 8-1 ATS as home underdogs and 11-4 ATS after a SU loss. Take CHARLOTTE!

Houston at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Rockets (+) over Spurs- Houston just ended an 11-game home losing streak with a win over Cleveland on Wednesday while the Spurs have lost their last three. San Antonio will be playing their third game in four days and the second of back-to-back encounters. In the first meeting of the season in Houston the Spurs routed the Rockets 134-104 shooting 57.4% from the floor. But, yesterday against the Heat San Antonio was without three starters and they are they are just 1-5 ATS in their last six home games while the Rockets are 5-1 ATS in their last six road games. Take HOUSTON!

Cleveland at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Hornets- Although the Cavaliers are without Collin Sexton and now Darius Garland and have lost two of their last three games they were 11-4 SU in January. The Hornets have lost back-to-back games as their high powered No. 1 offense scores well but they will be up against the NBA's No. 1 defense allowing just 102.5 ppg. Take CLEVELAND!

Chicago at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Bulls- The 'line' on this encounter seems a bit shallow as the Eastern Conference leaders are very short favorite against a bottom feeder like the Pacers. This may well be because the Bulls Zach LaVine who was questionable last night but played 42 minutes and most likely will be rested in the second of back-to-back games. Indiana has lost seven straight and 12 of their last 13 contests. Chicago is 0-3-1 ATS in their last four road games and are 5-12 in their last 17 games at Indiana. Take the PACERS!

L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers 10:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Clippers- Hey, 'how 'bout dat'...the Lakers actually won and 'covered' a game ending a three game slide with Anthony Davis scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds. Because of the frivolous Emmy Awards the Clippers have played eight straight on the road going 4-4 SU. LeBron James has missed the last five games and the Clippers have been without Paul George since December. The Lakers are 4-0 ATS with no rest and the Clippers are 3-10 ATS in their last 13 games as favorites. Take the LAKERS!

Phoenix at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Suns- They are at it again...the Suns who already own the NBA's longest winning streak this season have now won 11 straight going 8-3 ATS. Atlanta has been playing well and just had their own seven-game win streak stopped by Toronto (Megabucks winner) Monday. Phoenix has had the best of it between these two as they are 17-8-1 ATS in the last 26 meetings. The Hawks are 6-1 ATS in their last seven home games and get the money here. Take ATLANTA!

Miami at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Heat- It has happened just twice now this season as the Heat have lost three in-a-row while San Antonio has dropped their last two. Miami players complained of fatigue after losing late at Toronto having played four games in five days and this will be their fifth game on seven days. Trend wise it is all Miami but that should be expected as they are the better team. But, tonight the Spurs come to play as they are 4-1 ATS after a loss. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Cleveland at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Cavaliers- Cleveland who is having their best season since the departure of Lebron have won nine of 11 but are in a tough spot right now. The Cavaliers lost guard Darius Garland to injury and his absence has a huge impact on the Cavs play. Earlier this season with Garland scoring 35 points in Cleveland they pounded the Rockets by 35 points. This time they meet in Houston and Cleveland is 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 road games. Take HOUSTON!

Memphis at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Grizzlies- Boy, this looks inviting...too inviting. After dropping three straight on the road New York has won their last two a home and host Memphis who has won 16 of their last 20. The Grizzlies had an 11-game win streak that ended two weeks ago and they are just 5-4 since. Ja Morant the Memphis guard was drafted one spot before the Knicks took RJ Barrett and the local media will make this matchup their storyline. Look for the Knicks to surprise the Grizzlies here. Take NEW YORK!

Charlotte at Boston 7:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Celtics- Two teams that are off extreme results from their last outings as Boston won their second straight a 122-92 romp over Miami Monday while the Hornets were getting blown out 115-90 at home to the Clippers. I expect both clubs to move toward the center here as there was a difference of 55 points in their results. The Celtics won the first meetings in October 140-129 in overtime...turnabout-is-fair-play. Take CHARLOTTE!

Golden State at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Warriors- Interesting matchup where the 'price' is way too cheap. Golden State has won six straight games and are off a late game win at Houston and now scoot to San Antonio where the Spurs are lay-in-wait. The Spurs are expecting a trio of injured to return to the lineup as Murray, Poeltl and Derrick White will all play tonight. Golden State is still without Draymond Green and Otto Porter Jr will also be out. The Spurs have won seven of the last 10 meetings and are 4-1 after a SU loss and the Warriors are 2-5 ATS in their last seven road games. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Sacramento at New York 7:30 ET

Kings (+) over Knicks- So much more was expected from both of these clubs as the youngsters on Sacramento was supposed to mature and the Knicks busted up any winning chemistry they had established last season. The Kings have lost six straight while New York has lost six of seven. RJ Barrett the NY guard admits that they just don't match other teams intensity down the stretch. The lowly Kings blew a 17-point lead to the 76ers last time out and are just 2-9 ATS in their last 11 road games while New York is 7-2 ATS at home in their last nine. Still, this one should come down to the final buzzer. Take SACRAMENTO!

Toronto at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Hawks- Atlanta has won their last seven games and are 7-0 ATS in that span and will meet Toronto for the first time this season and the Hawks have won the past three meetings. The Hawks reserves have outscored opponents 160-60 the last six games and are 6-0 ATS in their last six home games. The Raptors who are off a 3OT win at Miami on Saturday are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as underdogs and 16-6 ATS in their last 22 games overall. Take TORONTO!

Denver at Milwaukee 7:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Bucks- Denver is having quite a road trip as they have won at Detroit, Brooklyn and New Orleans and have four straight victories as Nikola Jokic has taken over. He is averaging 29.3 points, 13.1 rebounds and 10.5 assists in his last eight games. The Bucks have won four of five but are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites including 2-5 ATS at home. The Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to the Brew City and get the money once again. Take DENVER!

Portland at Chicago 3:30 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Bulls- Chicago is struggling to keep it together as injuries and COVID are beginning to take a toll. Without Lonzo Ball and Alex Caruso the Bulls defense has suffered and so has their overall play. The Bulls have dropped eight of their last 11 and face a team that has won five of seven on the road after starting 2-13 in away games. CJ McCollum has return to play and is looking to pad the Trailblazers 8-2 ATS record in the last 10 meetings. Take PORTLAND!

L.A. Lakers at Atlanta 1:00 ET

Hawks (-) over Lakers- Atlanta is looking to repeat what they did last season when they turned things around and make a run into the playoffs. The Hawks are soaring having won their last six and host the Lakers who have lost their last two games and three of their last four. This line seems exceedingly high although LeBron James has missed the last two games an Anthony Davis returned to action after missing 17 games only to bail out Thursday because os a sore wrist. L.A. played tough last time out and got the money against the Hornets but are 7-21 ATS after a point spread win and the high flying Hawks are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games. Take ATLANTA!

Toronto at Miami 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Heat- Clubs that appear to be moving in opposite directions as Miami has won nine of the last 11 games while the Raptors have lost six of their last nine games overall. Toronto has been playing without Fred VanVleet but he should return to action tonight and lost to Chicago on Thursday and are 7-0 ATS after a SU loss and they are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games as underdogs. Take TORONTO!