40* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK

Los Angeles Clippers -6.5

The Clippers are on fire and they are spread covering machines on the road. They are a team that matches up well against the Pacers because they can compete with their length inside. The Clippers also have a ton of speed and the Pacers struggle vs. teams with a solid backcourt. Bad news for Indiana is that they have to face possibly the best PG in the game in Chris Paul. Los Angeles is 4-0 their last 4 games following an ATS loss and they are 5-1 ATS vs. teams with a losing record. The Clippers take care of business against the bad teams and there is no reason to believe that they don't dominate tonight.

40*

Georgetown -2.5

50* NCAA GAME OF THE MONTH

Michigan -13.5

The Wolverines got embarrassed in one of the biggest upsets of all time losing to NJIT. They now have a chance at instant redemption playing on ESPN. This team should come out completely angry and take out all their frustrations on this EMU team. Yes, Eastern Michigan is 7-1 but they haven't won a game on the road and really haven't played any decent competition. Some would say that this is a look-ahead game for the Wolverines as they face the Arizona Wildcats on deck, but since that huge embarrassing loss, this caliber of program should have the pride to destroy this weaker program in front of their ruckus home crowd tonight. If Michigan didn't lose to NJIT this line would be closer to -20. 

30*

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder OVER 200.5

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder OVER 200.5

I expect a fast pace game here that's going to be flying over the total.this number is continuing to climb. one of my top NBA guys loves this play as well. the bucks have been playing good ball lately and they like to get out and run against the top teams in the league. don't be surprised if each team gets to 100 here

30*

Milwaukee Bucks +10

the bucks are very live underdog tonight. every spread trend favors them. Oklahoma City is becoming overvalued since Durant and Westbrook are now healthy. this is a look ahead spot for Oklahoma City as they have the Cleveland Cavaliers on deck. look for Milwaukee to keep this one close tonight

20*

Golden State Warriors -12.5

30*

Atlanta Hawks +105

analysis to come

BONUS: Taking the Packers and the Over in MNF tonight, fade or follow as you choose.

30*

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Clippers UNDER 205

Whenever New Orleans comes off a loss giving up more than 100+ points, they really step up their defense the following game. Los Angeles does have revenge from losing to this team earlier this year and the should have a solid defensive effort here and step up to win this ball game.

40*

Phoenix Suns -1.5

Tough loss on our GOY by a measly half point. Hate to lose games like that. Be back with the analysis soon and check back for possibly a bonus play in this write up.

I do like Florida State to win the ACC Championship tonight.

Also like the over in the Boise State/Fresno State MW Championship.

50* NBA INTERCONFERENCE GAME OF THE YEAR

Oklahoma City Thunder -12.5

The Philadelphia 76ers finally one their first game of the season and they did it one game shy of the record. They can now breathe a huge sigh of relief. Bad news is they get the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight. OKC has had 3 days to prepare for this game and I don't think they are going to take this game lightly since this is the 2nd game back for Durant and everyone is now healthy for them. Having that extra time off is huge for that team to get back into form. With this being Durant and Westbrook's "true" first game back with each other, I see them taking out all their frustrations on this team. Remember what happened to the Oakland Raiders last week after the won their first game of the season? Yeah, they lost 52-0! I see a very similar result here as the Thunder should crush the 76ers tonight.

30*

Indiana Pacers vs. Portland Trailblazers OVER 195

This total is just too low for a Blazers game at the Moda Center. This game should reach the 200's in my opinion. More on this game later.

BONUS ML PARLAY: FWIW, I placed a personal wager on all 3 NBA favorites (CLE, POR, GS) tonight on a moneyline parlay for -111 odds.

50* NCAA BASKETBALL MAX BET

Baylor vs. Vanderbilt OVER 118.5

analysis soon

30*

Utah Jazz +4.5

Toronto is in a difficult scheduling spot here as they are playing the dreaded back to back in Utah and they have a look-ahead game to Cleveland on deck. Utah is a different ball club at home and they are always a live dog in front of their home fans. Don't be surprised if Toronto comes out flat and Utah pulls the upset. 

BONUS TEASER: Charlotte +8.5 & Milwaukee +9.5...both Chicago and Dallas played a grueling 2OT game last night and they had to travel on no rest. Look for these two teams to keep it respectable.

20*

Texas Tech -8

30* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Houston Rockets UNDER 191.5

The Houston Rockets have been UNDER machines at home. 8 straight and 10 out of 11. Every key stat and trend, and I mean EVERY, has both teams going under the total. The under is 5-1 the last 6 meetings between these two clubs. Memphis plays fantastic defense, especially on the road, and they are also 5-1 on the under their last 6 road games. Houston is a combined 42-0 to the UNDER in their current situation and that's a number I refuse to buck here.

30*

Tulsa -1.5

20*

Miami Heat -4.5

The Heat recently got blown out by Washington and I think they'll bounce back nicely here. They get Atlanta on no rest from a spectacular come back last night against Boston and historically, the Hawks haven't played that well in Miami going 8-20 ATS. Also one of my top NBA guys loves this play and we agree.

20*

Boston Celtics -4.5

The Pistons are a train wreck. They can't cover a spread or even win a game. EVERY key trend is a negative for Detroit tonight. Boston is playing this game with revenge from an earlier loss to the Pistons and they actually have been playing decent ball on no rest going 5-1 ATS their last 6 games. 

20*

San Antonio Spurs -8

The Spurs are clearly the better team. The are rested and they have been dominant in Brooklyn. The Spurs have covered 12 of the last 14 meetings against the Nets at Barclay's center. EVERY key trend is a negative for the Nets has they are terrible after a S.U win going 3-13 ATS. I personally bought a point to -7 since that is a very key number in the NBA.

20*

Los Angeles Lakers +8.5

I simply don't trust Washington laying this number. They play to the level of their opponents and they don't get up for teams with losing records. They are in a combined 0-24 ATS spot playing teams with a losing record at home tonight. The Lakers have been playing solid ball lately and have been doing damage against the spread. Look for LA to keep it close tonight.

20*

Temple -2

30*

Orlando Magic +13.5

The Magic have been amazing as underdog's this year and a lot of people are still sleeping on this team. They play this game with revenge against the Warriors and this just seems like way too many points. Golden State returns home from a long road trip and they may lack focus here. I wouldn't be shocked if Curry didn't play this game. Orlando has been covering machines on the road this year, especially against quality opponents. They are undefeated in many categories and are 7-2 their last 9 road games ATS.

Side note: Joey Crawford is the head ref tonight. The road team cashes 2 out of every 3 when he is the head referee.

30*

Sacramento Kings +102

I am banking on Demarcus Cousins to play. I have to get this play out now but I did want to wait to see if he was active. I recommend waiting to make this bet until it's confirmed that he is in the lineup. Anyways, this play is a solid fade of the Raptors and the Kings are in a terrific situation. Sacramento is amazing ATS after getting blown out. They are 4-0 at home and 13-3 their last 16 overall. The Kings are also 5-1 ATS vs. the East and I believe they take care of business at home tonight.

30*

Dallas Mavericks +105

Taking Dallas here for the outright win and ignoring the points. Chicago returns home from a lengthy road trip and they have not been a good team in that situation. Dallas continues to be one of the best road teams S.U and ATS in the league. They also may get Jameer Nelson back which is a huge lift for the backcourt of the Mavs. Look for Dallas to pull the minor upset tonight. 

20*

Dallas Mavericks vs. Chicago Bulls OVER 203

Since we are going with Dallas to win the game, the correlation with the total would be the over. If the Mavericks are making their 3 pointers, this soars over the total. A trend that really stood out was that Dallas is 10-1 to the over their last 11 games on 2 days rest. Look for this team to get out a run tonight.

20*

Virginia Commonwealth (VCU) -3.5

30* NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE TOTAL OF THE WEEK

Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks UNDER 189.5

Two teams that play slow with a half court style of play. Both the Nets and the Knicks are trending heavily to the UNDER recently and almost EVERY key trend points to the under as well. The total has gone under in 4 straight games for Brooklyn and has gone under in 4 of 5 for New York. The final score has gone under the total in 12 of the last 14 meetings in Madison Square Garden between these two. Expect a lot of missed shots and a low scoring affair in this ball game tonight.

20*

Cleveland Cavaliers -11

Going to give LeBron James and company a shot here as I feel they may have turned the corner from their awful start to the season. They have now won 3 in a row in blow out fashion and I think this team could finally be starting to gel. If Cleveland plays to their potential and doesn't fall down and actually play some defense, this should be a total blowout.

20*

Louisiana State (LSU) -2.5

30*

Los Angeles Clippers -13.5

Minnesota gave one hell of an effort last night only to still lose straight up AND against the spread. They now have to travel to the Staples Center on no rest to face the Clippers. Although LA does return from a long road trip, I still believe they won't take this game lightly. The West is so tough and every game is very important. The Clippers had their struggles at the beginning of the season but now they have seem to turn a corner and really have been laying a beating on some teams. They blew out Houston, Utah, Charlotte, Orlando, and Phoenix on their recent road trip. EVERY key trend is a negative for Minnesota and they are flat out awful ATS. Look for the Clippers to finally cure their ATS woes at home tonight.

20*

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Clippers OVER 215

Every things points to the OVER here. The over has cashed 7 straight times these two teams have met in the Staples Center. The Timberwolves are 6-1 their last 7 to the over both off a SU loss and ATS loss. Both of these two teams have been over machines of late as the T'wolves are 7-2 and the Clippers are 5-1. This total opened at 214 and has risen to 215.5 in some spots even though 75% of the bets are on the under.

20*

Miami Heat vs. Washington Wizards UNDER 190

This might sound ridiculous but this trend has been outstanding in recent years and especially this year. Whenever there is 4 or more games on the NBA card that day, you take the UNDER in the game with the LOWEST lined total. It has hit at an amazing 80% rate this season. Not to mention that both teams are trending towards the under as well and we'll play the UNDER in this contest.

50* NBA ROAD WARRIOR OF THE MONTH

Toronto Raptors -6

One of my favorite situations in the NBA is when a teams star player goes out with an injury and you play on that team the first game without said player. The other players rise their level of play and give a inspired effort. Also the line usually gets over adjusted as well. Toronto is in this situation tonight in LA. They also lost their last game out and they have been a very good team bouncing back. Toronto is 5-1 their last 6 following an ATS loss and 22-6 their last 28 following a straight up loss. The Raptors also have played well against the Western Conference and they are just clearly a better team than the Lakers. Look for the Raptors to roll.

40*

Milwaukee Bucks -3.5

40*

Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers UNDER 191.5

This total is way too high. I have this game in the 180s. Pacers playing great ball and their defense is one of the best. They play very slow and methodical. Orlando plays the pace of the teams they play so I expect them to play half court with Indiana. Expect a low scoring defensive struggle here.

30*

Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets UNDER 193

The Rockets are 8-0 to the under their last 8 home games. This team knows how to play some stout defense. Houston really steps up their defensive pressure in big games as well as they are playing a Kings team with a winning record. They are 9-2 to the UNDER as well vs. the Western conference. The Kings also concentrate heavily on the defensive end when they are playing a good team on the road. Given the low total, we have to look towards the UNDER in this contest. 

30*

Toronto Raptors vs Atlanta Hawks OVER 204.5

We took the OVER with the Hawks last night and we'll do it again here tonight. Atlanta scores a ton at home. More on this game later. Will post other plays in a couple hours. Waiting on some info. Play this one now before the line goes up

30*

Brooklyn Nets -8

Too put it lightly...Philadelphia sucks. They are the laughing stock of the league and they are already in tank mode. Even though Brooklyn isn't the greatest team by all means, they still are, IMO, at least a double digit favorite over this 76ers squad. Philly struggles mightily in the 4th and that's when Brooklyn will pull away and cover this number.

40* NCAA UNDERDOG OF THE WEEK

Pittsburgh +5

San Diego State had to play BYU in a grueling 2 OT game late last night  and they have got to be tired. SD state was also playing with pace and this team CAN NOT shoot free throws to save their lives. Will gladly take the points here as Pittsburgh should win this game outright.

40* SITUATIONAL SMACKDOWN

Denver Nuggets -2.5

Chicago is in one of the worst scheduling spots in the NBA...the dreaded back to back from Utah to Denver. Denver being favored here ought to tell you something as Chicago blew a late lead last night and had to use a ton of energy to come back and beat the Jazz. Denver should run this team into the ground as the Bulls are a slow offensively challenged team as it is.

30* NBA PARLAY

Atlanta Hawks vs. Washington Wizards OVER 200

The Wizards are 16-6 to the OVER their last 22 after a SU win. Both these teams can get out and run and since we like the Hawks here as well as an active underdog, they should control the pace which means a lot of transition, a ton of threes, and no defense. 

30* NBA PARLAY

Atlanta Hawks +5

The Hawks are coming off 3 days rest and they are a great team in this situation. They have won 6 of their last 7 in this situation. They always play Washington tough. The Wizards are not a good team when they are favored against teams with a winning record. Atlanta should have a great chance of winning this game outright.

30* BONUS DOG

Hofstra +2.5

20*

New York Knicks vs. Houston Rockets UNDER 192.5

The Rockets have played to 7 straight games under the total at home. They also play great defense against teams with losing records and when these two teams face off against each other they typically play low scoring games. This total is a very low number and this is a sign that the oddsmakers expect a defensive battle in this one.

40* NBA UNDERDOG OF THE WEEK

Phoenix Suns +5

First off, let me start with this. The 5 point spread in the NBA is always a sign to look at the underdog. It's just one of those numbers, especially on the road. The Suns are riding high as they are on a 4 game winning streak and this is their final game of the east coast road trip for them. They took both meetings from Toronto last year and they also covered the spread. In fact they are 5-1 ATS the last 6. More good news for the Suns is that they are 6-1 ATS their last 7 coming off a blowout win. With 70% of the public on Toronto, we'll fade the public and take Phoenix here.

20*

Portland Trailblazers -12.5

All I have to say is this game is a complete mismatch and Philadelphia is a very bad team. Portland should mop the floor with these guys and win by 20+ points. The way Portland plays, with their 3 point shooting and rebounding, they are built to blowout teams like this.

30*

UC-Irvine +4.5

30*

Utah Jazz +3

The New Orleans Pelicans are in what quite possibly could be the worst scheduling spot in basketball. The back to back Denver to Utah road trip. The high altitude will kill these players. The short number indicates that Utah is a live dog especially after they got blown out last night. Utah is definitely a better team at home with all their young talent and they should win this game outright tonight.

30*

Washington Wizards vs. Milwaukee Bucks UNDER 194

This total is just way too high. The Wizards are actually a very good defensive team. The Wizards play the style of pace that their opponent plays which is why we lean under. For instance, they'll play fast against Houston or Dallas but they'll play slow against Chicago or Memphis. Since Milwaukee plays a half court style, the Wizards should play a slower paced game as well.

20*

Auburn -3

20*

Brooklyn Nets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder UNDER 188

30*

Detroit Pistons vs. Atlanta Hawks OVER 197.5

Don't know how this total isn't in the 200s. Atlanta scores in bunches at home and shoots a ton of threes. Detroit will play the pace of the team they are playing so I expect them to get out in transition with the hawks. This total is going to continue to climb so get this one ASAP. 

30*

Toledo +6

40* NCAA TOTAL OF THE WEEK

Boston vs. Kentucky OVER 131.5

40* NCAA OFFENSIVE SHOWCASE

Nicholls State vs. UCLA OVER 151.5

50* TNT GAME OF THE MONTH

Sacramento Kings -2.5

The Bulls will be without 2 of their stars. Chicago comes off a huge win over the Clippers on the first game of their road trip. A great angle in the NBA is fading a team their second game of the road trip. Also, another solid angle is fading a team the second game with out their star player. That's what we have here. The Kings have a great fan base and they should be rocking here tonight. The Kings have played a tough schedule this year, perhaps the toughest, so they have been performing well. They come in off a loss so I see them being extra focused here and should get the W in front of their home town fans tonight.

30*

Pepperdine -3.5

50* NBA BLOWOUT GAME OF THE MONTH

Houston Rockets -13

The Los Angeles Lakers finally got their 2nd win of the young season last night, although they tried everything to blow a 17 point lead and almost did. Houston comes in off an embarrassing blow out loss to the Grizzlies as their offense forgot to show up and Harden had the worst game of this career. The Lakers are the perfect team for the Rockets to take out all their frustrations on. Dwight Howards hates L.A and usually puts up great numbers against them. With Los Angeles playing last night and Houston on rest, the Rockets should run and gun the Lakers to death and completely blow them out of the gym.

40* NCAA GAME OF THE WEEK

Oklahoma Sooners -2

analysis soon

30* NBA OFFENSIVE SHOWCASE

Dallas Mavericks vs. Washington Wizards OVER 200.5

No one can stop these Mavs right now as they are an offensive powerhouse and Washington has the ability to score with them with the speed of John Wall. The OVER is 8-2 the last 10 games in Washington and the Wizards are 4-0 to the OVER when they are playing on 3 or more days of rest. I see a lot of transition buckets and three point shots in this one. Dallas averages 110 points per game. That's insane. The Wizards are averaging 103 points this year at home. Both these teams score in triple digits in their current situations and all signs point to the OVER in this contest.

30*

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Sacramento Kings OVER 200.5

I expect a lot of running and gunning in this game. New Orleans is a likely active underdog in this one and the stats and trends point to a high scoring game. Both these teams foul a lot so this should put points on the board with the clock stopped.

30*

Kentucky vs. Kansas UNDER 140.5

20*

Oklahoma City vs. Utah Jazz UNDER 188

Both teams play very slow, half court games. Oklahoma city has to slow down teams since they have no transition game with their stars out. Utah Jazz continues to struggle to shoot in the 4th quarter and both teams aren't the greatest at shooting threes either.

30*

Utah Jazz -3

The Thunder are depleted and the Jazz are a solid ball club on the road. Utah crushed OKC at home last year and that was with the Durant in the line-up. Utah should have no problem covering this short number at home as the Thunder have absolutely no offensive output right now.

40*

South Carolina PICK

analysis soon

40*

Oregon -10.5

20*

Phoenix Suns vs. Boston Celtics OVER 215

30*

Charlotte Hornets+4.5

20*

20*

Denver Nuggets +12

30*

Charlotte Hornets vs. Phoenix Suns OVER 200

30*

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Houston Rockets UNDER 205

20*

Utah Jazz vs. New York Knicks UNDER 192

30*

Minnesota +9

40*

VCU -8

40*

Toronto -2.5

40* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK

Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves OVER 199

Eventually a Rockets game HAS to go over. This team plays fast and shoots a ton of threes. Minnesota also has a fast pace to them. A key part of this game is that they are playing in Mexico. With the NBA trying to appeal to a bigger audience, I expect a flashing game here that is high scoring because, lets face it, that's what the average fan wants to see and that will draw more fans to watch the NBA. Both these teams have had 3 days off prior to this game so they are going to have fresh legs to move up and down the floor. 

30*

Phoenix Suns -5

Brooklyn is 4-2 this season but they haven't played anybody yet. They have beaten up on bottom feeders and I think their true colors show here tonight. The Suns are dynamite at home and they are playing with a ton of revenge here. They haven't beaten the Nets since they were playing in New Jersey. You best believe these players want to get that monkey off their back with a big performance in front of their home crowd.

40* VEGAS INSIDER

Denver Nuggets ML -140

Portland is in a terrible scheduling spot here and that's why the Nuggets are favored. They are playing 4 games in 5 nights, have to travel to Denver with the altitude, and they recently beat the Nuggets so they are playing with revenge. Denver opened as the 2 points dogs and now are 3 point favorites. We'll be taking them just to win the game and take the points out of it.

30*

Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks OVER 190.5

These two teams have played to 7 straight overs and 9 out of 10 have gone over also. They play a fast paced game against one another. The Knicks should want to get out in transition since Orlando played a grueling game last night against Toronto that they lost in the final seconds.

30*

Boston Celtics -5.5

Oklahoma City played last night and this team is going no where without their stars. Boston has been playing great ball lately and they even upset Chicago as 9 point dogs. The Celtics haven't won against the Thunder in ages and in fact they have been blown out in every game they have played. This is their chance to get a W and keep their win streak alive against a depleted Thunder ball club.

30*

Charlotte Hornets +7

My number one NBA guy is all over this play and with the total dropping and the line moving our way I have to agree with this one. Batum is a huge part of this team and is a key perimeter defender. With him being out, the way to look to this game is Charlotte.

40*

Dallas Mavericks -7

Simple fact here is that Dallas is an amazing bounce back team. They are 45-14 against the number off a straight up loss. They are 11-2 against the West and they 7-1 ATS versus a team with a winning record. I still feel that the Kings are smoke in mirrors and Dallas should win by double digits here.

20*

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Milwaukee Bucks OVER 190

This line has crept up from the opening number of 187.5 and I agree with the move. 2 crappy teams right now looking to score a ton of points. No one wants to play on OKC or the overs in their games with all their injuries but going against public perception is a great way to make some money.

30* 

San Antonio Spurs +3

analysis soon

I rarely do teasers in basketball but I like a 5 point teaser with New Orleans to +11.5 and San Antonio + 8. As long as New Orleans is more than +10 and San Antonio is more than +7, I think the teaser is a very solid bet.

30*

New Orleans Pelicans +6.5

Cleveland finally got a win after they beat Denver last week. People are going to believe that they righted the ship and that they are back on track. Let's just wait a second. Denver stinks and the Cavs almost blew a huge lead. They can't do that against the Pelicans team or they will get stomped. Anthony Davis is going to give this team some serious problems. I feel that this just way too many points. As a side note, Joe Crawford is the referee for tonight's game. There is a stat that shows the Crawford favors the away teams like crazy. It's around 75% SU and 65% ATS from the road squads. Also this line opened at -8 and has high as 10 and now has dropped with most of the bets on Cleveland. Look the New Orleans to keep this game close. 

I rarely do teasers in basketball but I like a 5 point teaser with New Orleans to +11.5 and San Antonio + 8. As long as New Orleans is more than +10 and San Antonio is more than +7, I think the teaser is a very solid bet.

30*

Phoenix Suns -1

A big theme today for us is fading the public and that's what we'll be doing with this pick as well. Golden State comes off a huge win over Houston and Phoenix comes off an tough OT loss to the Kings. I expect the Warriors to come out flat and the Suns to be extra focused, especially looking for revenge from losing the last meeting. Phoenix plays great ball at home and Golden State isn't the same squad as they are at Oracle. The Suns are rested and Golden State is playing a back to back. Going with the Suns to take care of business tonight.

30*

Dallas Mavericks -8

Just like the OKC game, we'll be following the money here and for good reason. Again the public is all over the Heat with 75% of the bets on them and the line has jumped from -6 to -8. Dallas should be able to run up and down the floor on these guys. A big key for them is hitting their threes. If they're dropping, this could be a double digit blowout. Also they clearly have the advantage in the post with Tyson Chandler and Dirk so plenty of 2nd chance opportunities should help cover this number for us. The Mavericks problem is coming out of the half cold. If they can get their 3rd quarter woes together, they can do some serious damage this season.

20*

Oklahoma City Thunder +113

Taking the Thunder here to upset the Kings. The public hates OKC and they are all over Sacramento with 90% of the bets on both the spread and moneyline. This game opened at -4 and is now a pickem. Can't ignore that movement especially given the recent performance of the Thunder almost knocking off Memphis. OKC plays solid basketball at home and I wouldn't be surprised at the outright victory here tonight.

We took a bit of a step back last night in the NBA as our top total went down as Pop decided to sit Duncan, Manu, and they couldn't make a three to save their lives. Nonetheless, it was a bad call by me and we look to get it back tonight!

40* NBA ESPN GAME OF THE WEEK

Cleveland Cavaliers -4.5

Everyone is starting to panic in Cleveland after their horrendous 1-3 start. The icing on the cake was losing to the Utah Jazz on a buzzer beater. Part of their woes comes from Kyrie Irving. This man is a point guard and I don't think he knows what an assist is. With the reports now with Lebron feuding with Kyrie, I believe we will see a change tonight. Lebron LOVES ESPN. With this game being on the network, I don't think he's going to sit back. I believe he's going to go off to let the people know to relax. Cleveland needs a win here BADLY. Three losses in a row would be a free-fall for this team. Good news for the Cavaliers is that they get to face the Denver Nuggets. This team has been dreadful to start the year and they don't play any defense. Look for Lebron James and company to take out their frustrations on this Denver Nugget team and get a convincing victory here. I will tell you this. If Cleveland loses this one...IT IS time to panic!

40*

Phoenix Suns -5

Sacramento is getting some love right now after scoring 130+ on the Nuggets and beating them twice. But let's remember for a second, that's the Nuggets they beat and this is still the Kings. The Kings are known for their letdowns and they are prime for one right here. Whenever a team scores that many points, their offensive output struggles the next game. Phoenix does very well bouncing back at home. They lost to a very good Grizzlies team and I expect a big performance out of them tonight. Another thing going for Phoenix is Isiah Thomas. He can play with a bit of revenge against his former team and let the coaches know tendencies of the Kings. Look for a very solid performance from the Suns tonight. 

20*

Atlanta Hawks +108

The Hornets finally knocked off the Miami heat last game which was their first in 17 tries. I expect a let down from them tonight. Charlotte is 0-4 ATS their last 4 following a spread win. Historically, Atlanta has been dominant vs. Charlotte. They are 6-0 their last 6 in Charlotte and 10-2 their last 12 overall. I have to agree with the line move as well and we'll take Atlanta on the moneyline for the solid plus money payout.

20*

Minnesota Timberwolves -3.5

I have been waffling this pick all morning and finally decided to pull the trigger. The T'wolves are the better team here and the Magic return home off a little roadie after knocking off Philadelphia with the buzzer beater. Minnesota has started the season off with a perfect 4-0 ATS record and I believe they keep the streak alive tonight.

30*

Dallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trailblazers OVER 207.5

This game should be played back and forth and back and forth. Non stop running and gunning with a ton of three balls. Both teams play this way and this should be non stop action. Every game this year for Dallas has seen both teams reach 100+ points. Dallas is averaging 111+ points on offense and they are giving up 105+ points. Big key here for Portland is their 3 game. If they go cold from beyond the arc, we could be in trouble. But if they have a nice night behind the line, then this should have no problem going over the total.

50* WESTERN CONFERENCE TOTAL OF THE MONTH

San Antonio Spurs vs. Houston Rockets OVER 201.5

This total is extremely low and I'll tell you why. Typically when these 2 teams play, the total is lined in the area of 210+. It's now close to 10 points lower than that because San Antonio or Houston has yet to have a game go over the total this year. The oddsmakers have now over adjusted. Both of these teams can score 100 in their sleep. Houston plays so fast paced it will make your head spin. Both of these teams are experts at getting to the foul line which is a necessity when taking an over because it puts points on the board with the clock stopped. The key reason taking this game over the total is the amazing ability the Rockets and the Spurs have shooting the 3 ball. If they are knocking down their 3's, this game should soar over the total. These teams have scored over 201.5 points in 7 of their last 9 meetings with 2 of them eclipsing 250 points. Even if this is a close game at the end, the foul game should send this game over the total as well since this is a big game for both clubs.

40* NBA UNDERDOG OF THE WEEK

Memphis Grizzlies +109

Phoenix returns home after their road trip and playing off a back to back after winning a run and gun type game against the Lakers last night. This isn't a good spot for them especially a team that plays defense like the Grizzlies. Memphis is only allowing, an NBA best, 85 PPG and they are undefeated on the young season. The played the Suns 4 times last year and they won all those games straight up and against the spread. The Grizzlies absolutely dominated the boards in every contest and I expect them to do it again here tonight. Look for the Grizzlies to win this game outright as we ignore the points and go for the solid plus money payout.

20*

Boston Celtics -1.5

This Celtics squad showed a lot of heart almost coming back to beat the Mavs trailing by 31 points and 26 points at the break. They have a lot of young talent and they play with a ton of heart, which is crucial when backing a team in the NBA. The oddsmakers are telling us something here having the Celtics the favorite over a team that is clearly better than them. The fans are coming out now to support these players after having a few rough years in a row. Toronto comes in playing a back to back at home which they blew out the Thunder. This give us even more line value. Celtics come in playing with some momentum and look for them to get the job done in the Garden tonight. 

40* NBA TV GAME OF THE WEEK

Portland Trailblazers +3

I think the Cavaliers are still in a growing process. Yes they beat the Bulls recently, but they got some favorable calls at the end of the game. They were down 5 with 40 seconds left and somehow won in OT. Their coach still needs to learn a lot as well and I feel his decisions are going to cost his team some games this year. I feel a perfect example could happen tonight here in the Moda Center. These fans go crazy for their Blazers and they have one of, if not, the best home field advantages in the game. Portland should give this Cavs team fits. They are lengthy, rebound exceptionally well, and if they are getting their 3 pointers to fall, its gong to be a long day for the Cavaliers. The Trailblazers are also an amazing free throw shooting team which is key when backing and underdog. Look for Portland to get up big time for this game and make a statement to the league. Don't be surprised if the get they outright victory here.  

30* SITUATIONAL SMACKDOWN

Miami Heat -1

Great situation here for Miami as they want to prove they can beat a big name team without Lebron James. Houston comes in playing 4 games against scrub opponents and they have a huge game on deck against instate rival, Champion Spurs. Houston has now played 4 straight road games and Miami has left their home just once to face Philadelphia. I like the Heat here to prove that they are over Lebron and get a big W here tonight.

20*

Washington Wizards ML -103

The Knicks have won 2 straight games that includes wins over a good Hornets team and the mighty Cavaliers. This is still a bad team. I don't like the Knicks and they continue to be a very public team. Washington is clearly the better club here. They have more talent and clearly have more speed. Getting this team just to win the game is a steal.