TOP-RATED 10* ROCKETS @ WIZARDS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

Great spot to fade the Washington Wizards who will be playing on no rest after defeating Boston 104-91 on Sunday. It was Washington's mere second home win in 11 attempts, and tonight they'll face an angry Houston team looking to snap a five-game slide.

John Wall will return to the nation's capital for the first time since being traded earlier in the season. He's not happy with how things went down and clearly got an axe to grind with the Wizards. We should see a reaction from the Rockets after losing five on the bounce, and I expect to see a big showing from the visitors in this one. 

10* play Houston Rockets. 

VIRGINIA VS FLORIDA STATE 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

Good spot to fade the No. 9 Virginia Cavaliers after winning 11 of their past 12 and reeling off four straight triumphs, winning the last two big. While they've been playing well, one must wonder if they're about to run out of steam soon.

That is not the case for the No. 17 FSU Seminoles who have played only one game this month, an OT win against Wake Forest on Jan 13. They were a bit rusty in that game but should be back up to speed tonight. 

FSU has not lost at the Donald L. Tucker Center since Jan. 12, and I really like the home team in this one. 

8* play on Florida State.

TOP-RATED 10* LAKERS @ NUGGETS BOOKIE BREAKER

The Los Angeles Lakers have won seven straight as they've been able to grind out wins despite playing all that well. They are 3-7 ATS over their last 10 as they're often asked to cover big numbers, but I expect them to get the win and cover at Denver on Sunday. 

The Nuggets have dropped three of their last five while going 1-4 ATS. The two games they won, were both as near double-digit favorites. 

The Nuggets are 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 games as an underdog. 

10* play on Los Angeles Lakers. 

BLAZERS @ MAVS 8* NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOTAL

The Portland Trail Blazers are coming off a 129-110 win over Cleveland, and they've really been humming on offense lately. Six of the Blazers last eight have gone over the total, and here they'll face a Mavs team that is allowing 114.4 ppg (24th). 

Portland is weak on the defensive end as well, allowing 115.1 ppg (25th) and the Mave have averaged 126.7 ppg through their last six games. 

Over is 13-5 in the last 18 meetings in Dallas. Over is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings.

Sure, this is a big number, but I think we'll see 240+ points in this game.

8* play on OVER. 

SPURS @ HORNETS 8* NBA BANKROLL BUILDER

The Charlotte Hornets have been doing surprisingly well, entering Sunday with a 13-14 SU record while going 15-11-1 ATS. Here they'll face another team that has been undervalued by the betting market in the San Antonio Spurs who are 15-11 SU and ATS.

The Spurs have won four of their last five overall, and they are 8-3 SU on the road for the season while Charlotte is just barely over .500 at home at 8-7.

As the clincher, note that the Spurs are undefeated against teams from the Eastern Conference on the season.

8* play on San Antonio Spurs.

MINNESOTA @ MARYLAND 8* CBB BOOKIE BLA$TER

Good spot to fade the Gophers who are coming off back-to-back home wins over Nebraska and No. 24 Purdue. They are however 0-6 SU on the road this season and 1-6 ATS in their last 7 road games. We should see a reaction from the Terps after dropping two straight and failing to cover the spread in each of their last four. Maryland defeated Minnesota 63-49 on the road back on January 23. I expect another comfortable win for Maryland in this one. 

8* play on Maryland. 

PELICANS @ PISTONS 8* NBA BOOKIE BOMBER

The Detroit Pistons have been covering the spread more often than not in recent games, but they're also often spotted more points than this. I expect a reaction from the New Orleans Pelicans who are coming off back-to-back double-digit losses on the road. They had covered the number in four straight games prior to that and the Pelicans are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games as a road favorite and 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings in Detroit.

8* play on New Orleans Pelicans. 

SUPER EARLY CELTICS @ WIZARDS 8* BOOKIE BU$TER TOTAL 1:05 PM ET

The Washington Wizards are one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA, allowing 120.3 ppg. They are allowing opponents to shoot 39.5% from behind the arc, and here they'll face a Boston team that ranks 6th in the NBA making 38.5% of their 3-point attempts. 

In their last game, the Celtics took a 108-102 loss to Detroit as a 7-point favorite. Over is 12-2 in Celtics last 14 games following a ATS loss and 8-2 in their last 10 games following a straight up loss. Over is 9-3 in Wizards last 12 home games.

8* play on OVER. 

SUPER EARLY TOP-RATED 10* CBB TOTAL PLAY OF THE DAY

Two offensively challenged teams will clash at Fifth Third Arena Sunday afternoon. 

The Cincinnati Bearcats are 9-4 to the over on the season, despite putting up only 68.8 ppg. They are allowing a fair amount of points, but that won't be an issue here against a UCF team that is averaging 65.1 ppg. 

The Knights held Tulane to 49 points on 31.6 percent field-goal shooting last time out and have allowed only 56 ppg over their last three games. 

10* play on UNDER. 

ARKANSAS @ MISSOURI 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER

Fade the Arkansas Razorbacks off an 81-80 win at Kentucky. The Missouri Tigers took an 80-59 loss at Ole Miss last time out, and I expect a big reaction. The Tigers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up loss and the Razorbacks are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.

8* play on Missouri. 

TOP-RATED 10* SIXERS @ SUNS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

Love the Philadelphia 76ers in this spot as we should see a reaction following a disappointing loss at Portland. The 76ers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up loss and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.

The surging Phoenix Suns just might be due for a letdown game after winning seven of eight (four straight) SU and ATS. While Phoenix has plenty of talent on the roster, it can not hang with Philly yet, particularly not with Philadelphia off a loss. 

10* play on Philadelphia 76ers. 

AUBURN @ KENTUCKY 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

Fade the Kentucky Wildcats who have lost four straight SU and ATS. Auburn snapped a three-game losing streak with a 73-67 win over Vanderbilt on Tuesday and it is 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up win. Wildcats are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. Auburn won the first meeting against Kentucky 66-59 at home on Jan. 16.

8* play on Auburn. 

OKLAHOMA @ WEST VIRGINIA 8* CBB BOOKIE BLA$TER

Revenge game for West Virginia who too a 75-71 loss to then-unranked Oklahoma back on Jan 2. The Mountaineers were going through a rough patch at the time (roster issues), but they have turned things around and enter Saturday on a three-game winning streak. In their last game, West Virginia won 82-71 at TTU, impressive. Back the Mountaineers to get their revenge. 

8* play on West Virginia. 

PISTONS @ CELTICS 8* NBA BANKROLL BUILDER

Terrific buy low, sell high spot, backing the Detroit Pistons off a loss to Indiana while Boston is coming off a 14-point win against Toronto. 

Pistons are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games playing on 0 days rest. Pistons are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss. Celtics are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points.

8* play on Detroit Pistons. 

TOP-RATED 10* NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

Absolutely love to fade the Chicago Bulls here as they are coming off a 129-116 win over New Orleans. Bulls are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games after scoring more than 125 points, 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points in their previous game and 18-37 ATS in their last 55 games following a straight up win.

They'll face a Los Angeles Clippers team that just snapped a two-game slide with a 119-112 win at Minnesota. The Clippers failed to cover the spread for a third straight game, but they are still 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record and 20-8 ATS in their last 28 road games.

10* play on Los Angeles Clippers. 

3-PACK OF NBA WINNERS

Great spot to back the San Antonio Spurs to bounce back from a 114-91 thrashing they suffered at Golden State on February 9. With two full days to rest and recover, I'm sure they'll bring a lot of energy into tonight's game. The Spurs had won three straight games SU and were 2-0 ATS before the setback. They are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 2 days rest and 8-1 ATS in their last 9 games as a road underdog.

The Atlanta Hawks have dropped four of their last five games SU (2-3 ATS). They battled Dallas hard in a one-point loss on February 10 last time out, but I think they'll come up short against a well-rested Spurs team. 

In addition to the Spurs to cover the spread, I also like this game to be a relatively low-scoring affair. 

Under is 4-0 in Spurs last 4 overall. Under is 5-2 in Spurs last 7 games as an underdog. Under is 7-3 in Spurs last 10 games following a double-digit loss at home. Under is 14-6 in Hawks last 20 overall.

8* play on San Antonio Spurs. 

3-PACK OF NBA WINNERS - TOTAL

Great spot to back the San Antonio Spurs to bounce back from a 114-91 thrashing they suffered at Golden State on February 9. With two full days to rest and recover, I'm sure they'll bring a lot of energy into tonight's game. The Spurs had won three straight games SU and were 2-0 ATS before the setback. They are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 2 days rest and 8-1 ATS in their last 9 games as a road underdog.

The Atlanta Hawks have dropped four of their last five games SU (2-3 ATS). They battled Dallas hard in a one-point loss on February 10 last time out, but I think they'll come up short against a well-rested Spurs team. 

In addition to the Spurs to cover the spread, I also like this game to be a relatively low-scoring affair. 

Under is 4-0 in Spurs last 4 overall. Under is 5-2 in Spurs last 7 games as an underdog. Under is 7-3 in Spurs last 10 games following a double-digit loss at home. Under is 14-6 in Hawks last 20 overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

SIXERS @ BLAZERS 8* NBA BOOKIE BU$TER

The Philadelphia 76ers have only one loss in their last seven games, a 121-105 home loss to Portland on February 4. They have since taken care of Brooklyn and Sacramento. I like the Sixers to avenge the setback with a big outing tonight. 

The Blazers are only 3-10 ATS in their last 13 home games, 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games as a home underdog and 0-7 ATS in their last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.

8* play on Philadelphia 76ers. 

LATE NIGHT UNLV VS BOISE STATE 8* CBB BOOKIE BLA$TER | 10:00 PM ET

The Boise State Broncos are not playing well at the moment losing three of their last four SU and straight up. Here they'll face a UNLV team with momentum following a pair of big wins against Air Force. While the Rebels are 0-5 ATS in their last five overall, note that they are 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 road games and 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8 games as a road underdog.

Boise State might very well win the game, but it won't be by double-digits. 

8* play on UNLV. 

*BIG BET ALERT* TOP-RATED 10* NBA CENTRAL GAME OF THE YEAR 

The Indiana Pacers have lost four in a row and failed to cover the number in six of their last seven games. They will be playing on no rest following a 10-point loss at Brooklyn last night. However, note that the Pacers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 0 days rest, 10-3-1 ATS in their last 14 road games vs. a team with a losing home record and 11-4-1 ATS in their last 16 games as a road favorite. 

They'll face a Detroit team in a letdown spot after covering the spread in back-to-back games, first taking the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers to double overtime on Saturday and then recording a 122-111 upset win over Brooklyn on Tuesday. Pistons are 0-4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Pistons are 1-5-1 ATS in their last 7 games playing on 1 days rest.

10* play on Indiana Pacers. 

LATE NIGHT BUCKS @ SUNS 8* BOOKIE BU$TER TOTAL

The Milwaukee Bucks are 14-9-1 to the over on the season and the over is 12-4-1 in Bucks last 17 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. The Phoenix Suns are 14-9 to the under on the season but 4-1 to the over last 5 games as an underdog. The Bucks average a league-best 121.3 ppg and they have the second-best field goal percentage at 49.4%. While Phoenix has been solid on the defensive end, I think the visitors will force them into a shootout here. 

8* play on OVER. 

CAVS @ NUGGETS 8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Cleveland Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in seven straight games, but I like their chances of keeping it close here against a Denver team that is not playing well either at the moment. The Nuggets have dropped three straight and four of their last five, covering the number in only one of those games. 

The Cavs have two big men in Jarrett Allen and Andre Drummond who can take turns in slowing down Denver star Nikola Jokic. 

Cavaliers are 6-2-1 ATS in the last 9 meetings in Denver.

8* play on Cleveland Cavaliers. 

*MAJOR WAGER ALERT* TOP-RATED 10* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK

The Dallas Mavericks are coming off a 127-122 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday to make it three wins in four games. The Mavs still failed to cover the spread in the win, and they are 1-9 ATS over their last 10 games. 

Here they'll face a well-rested Atlanta team that has had plenty of time to prepare since snapping a three-game losing streak with a 132-121 win over the Toronto Raptors on February 6. 

Hawks are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games playing on 3 or more days rest, 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Mavericks are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 home games.

The Mavericks defeated Atlanta 122-116 on Feb. 3, but the Hawks are still a solid 11-3 ATS in the last 14 meetings.

10* play on Atlanta Hawks. 

EARLY UCONN @ PROVIDENCE 8* CBB BOOKIE BREAKER

Good spot to back the UConn Huskies to bounce back from a disappointing 80-73 loss to Seton Hall on Feb 6. They have had plenty of time to rest, prepare and process the defeat and they are still a solid 8-4 SU (9-3 ATS) on the season despite dropping three of their last four games. Leading scorer, James Bouknight, might be back in the lineup for the first time since injuring his left elbow Jan. 5.

Providence is coming off three straight losses SU and ATS, and I think its slide will continue. 

8* play on UConn Huskies. 

KNICKS @ HEAT 8* NBA BOOKIE BU$TER

The New York Knicks lost the first meeting of this home-and-home series 109-103 home at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. I like them to keep it closer here in the second game. Sure, the Heat have been playing a lot better since getting Jimmy Butler back in the lineup, but they are still 8-14-1 ATS on the season and 1-7-1 ATS in their last 9 home games. The Knicks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following an ATS loss and had defeated Chicago and Portland as underdogs prior to Sunday's setback. 

8* play on New York Knicks. 

PENN STATE @ MICHIGAN STATE 8* CBB BANKROLL BUILDER

The Penn State Nittany Lions are 1-6 SU on the road (0-6 in Big Ten) and took a 72-56 beating at Wisconsin in their last away game. The Michigan State Spartans ended a four-game skid (three on the road) with a 66-56 win over Nebraska last time out and they are 7-2 SU home in East Lansing on the season. 

The Spartans need to start winning games to make it back to the NCAA Tournament, and I expect a big game from them tonight. 

8* play on Michigan State. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* THUNDER @ LAKERS NBA 10* TOP PLAY

The Los Angeles Lakers have covered the spread in only two of their last seven games, and last time out Detroit gave them a real scare taking the game to overtime as a 14-point dog. The Oklahoma City Thunder have won four of their last seven games, winning three of those as underdogs. 

Thunder are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 road games. Thunder are 25-9 ATS in their last 34 games as a road underdog. Lakers are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games as a home favorite. Thunder are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings in Los Angeles.

10* play on Oklahoma City Thunder. 

CAVS @ SUNS 8* NBA BOOKIE BREAKER

The Phoenix Suns are overvalued by the betting market after winning five of their last six games (also 5-1 ATS), including a solid 100-91 win over Boston yesterday. 

Tough spot playing on no rest against a Cleveland team that is undervalued by the betting market after going 1-6 over its last seven games, failing to cover the spread in each game. 

The Cavs need to start picking up wins to not fall out of the postseason conversation in the East, and I think they'll show up tonight. 

8* play on Cleveland Cavaliers. 

SUPER EARLY QUINNIPIAC @ FAIRFILD 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER

Good spot to back the Fairfield Stags after taking a 78-63 loss to this very Quinnipiac team yesterday. The Bobcats shot 57% from the field and 50% (11-of-22) from 3-point range, both way above their season averages. I find it very unlikely that they can come up with a shooting performance like that two days in a row, and note that the Stags are 4-1 ATS in their last five games following a double-digit loss at home.

8* play on Fairfield. 

*MAJOR WAGER ALERT* | TOP-RATED 10* NBA PACIFIC GAME OF THE MONTH

This might look like a tough spot for the Kings who will be playing on no rest after defeating the Nuggets last night, but the way they are playing right now I still think Sacramento is spotted way too many points in this contest.

The Kings are playing their best basketball of the season and have covered the spread in seven straight games, winning six of those outright despite closing five of the games as underdogs. 

The Clippers have dropped three of their last seven outright and they'll be without two key pieces as Patrick Beverley (knee) and Paul George (toe) are both out with injuries. 

10* play on Sacramento Kings. 

DREXEL @ HOFSTRA 8* CBB BANKROLL BUILDER

Hofstra had won five on the bounce before losing 73-71 to Drexel on Saturday. They'll get a quick revenge opportunity here on Sunday, and I like the Pride to bounce back with a big game today. Note that Hofstra had 64 shot attempts against Drexel's 42, but they made only 38% of their shots while the Dragons shot an insane 62%. That won't happen today. Hofstra takes this one easily. 

8* play on Hofstra. 

WIZARDS @ HORNETS 8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Washington Wizards have won only two of their last eight games, failing to cover the spread in each loss. Last time out they took a 122-95 loss at Miami, and I don't have the Wizards pegged as a team that bounces back from awful outings right away. The Hornets have been competitive lately despite taking a 138-121 loss to Utah last time out. They are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games following a double-digit loss at home and 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 games as a home underdog.

8* play on Charlotte Hornets. 

SUPER EARLY IOWA VS INDIANA 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

Good spot to back the Iowa Hawkeyes as they're coming off a disappointing 89-85 loss to Ohio State. They have now dropped three of their last four straight up (0-4 ATS) and need to turn the ship around ASAP. 

The Hoosiers have also dropped three of their last four, and they are only 4-4 SU at home on the season and Hoosiers are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games.

Additionally, revenge game for Iowa after taking an 81-69 home loss to Indiana on Jan 21. 

Hawkeyes are 15-3 ATS in their last 18 games following a ATS loss. Hawkeyes are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up loss.

8* play on Iowa. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* PISTONS @ LAKERS 8* NBA BOOKIE BREAKER

Sure, the Los Angeles Lakers can beat Detroit by 20+ points if they want to, but why bother to do more than just enough to get the W? The Lakers are coming off a 113-93 win over Denver but they are only 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record.

The Pistons have only five straight up wins on the season, and they have pretty much no shot at winning this one outright. They are however 11-9-1 ATS on the season and 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. I also think we'll see a bit of a reaction after losing by 17 points at Phoenix last night.

Pistons are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.

8* play on Detroit. 

WARRIORS @ MAVS 8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER

Wow, what a revenge spot for the Mavs after taking a beating by the Warriors in the opener of this two-game set a couple of days ago. It was a bad spot for the Mavs who were playing on no rest after defeating Atlanta the night before, but they will have their energy levels back to normal for this one. Dallas has won only one of its last seven games, but I think Thursday's shellacking will serve as a wake-up call and we should see a hyper-motivated Mavs team take the court tonight. 

8* play on Dallas. 

WASHINGTON STATE VS OREGON STATE 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER

The Oregon State Beavers are 4-2 SU and 5-1 ATS in their last six games. The losses came at USC and UCLA and they have impressive upset wins over Arizona State, USC and Oregon during that stretch. Last time out, they blew out Washington by 20 points. 

The Washington State Cougars had lost six on the bounce before coming up with back-to-back wins. Last time out, they upset Oregon as an 11.5-point dog, which sets up a potential flat spot here. 

8* play on Oregon State. 

ST. BONAVENTURE @ ST: LOUIS | 8* CBB BANKROLL BUILDER

The Saint Louis Billikens have dropped back-to-back games, as nine and 12.5-point favorites respectively, since returning to the court after having five games postponed due to COVID-19 concerns. 

I think we'll see a huge reaction today, and they'll face a Bonnies team due for a bad game after reeling off seven straight victories. All but one of those wins came as favorites though, and now they'll be in the unusual spot as an underdog. 

Billikens are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games as a home favorite.

8* play on St. Louis. 

SUPER EARLY SETON HALL VS UCONN 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

The UConn Huskies have not played since Jan 26 after having their last two games postponed, and they'll be without injured leading scorer James Bouknight for a sixth straight game.

Still, the Huskies are 3-2 SU and 4-1 ATS without Bouknight and I like them to get the job done here against a Seton Hall team in a letdown spot after ending a three-game skid with an impressive 60-43 win at Providence last time out.

The Pirates held the Friars to 34 percent shooting from the field in the victory, but here they'll get a taste of their own medicine by a UConn defense that ranks first in conference games in points allowed (62.9 ppg). 

8* play on UConn. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* TOP-RATED 10* CELTICS @ CLIPPERS BOOKIE BREAKER

The Los Angeles Clippers have won four of their last five, including a 121-99 win at Cleveland last time out. This looks like a potential letdown spot though as they return home from a six-game trip that started on Jan 28. The Boston Celtics on the other hand have dropped three of their last four, including a 116-111 loss at Sacramento last time out. I think the Celtics will be well up for this one. 

Celtics are 23-9 ATS in their last 32 games as an underdog. Celtics are 16-7 ATS in their last 23 games as a road underdog.

10* play on Boston Celtics. 

BUCKS VS CAVS 8* NBA BOOKIE BU$TER

The Cleveland Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in four straight games and took a 121-99 beating by the Clippers last time out. The Cavs are Cavaliers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a home underdog and 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points, and I like them to keep this close.

Milwaukee is due for a letdown game after scoring 130+ points in back-to-back games (both at home). The Bucks are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as a road favorite, 6-16-1 ATS in their last 23 games following a straight up win and 2-6-1 ATS in their last 9 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points.

Bucks are 1-3-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings in Cleveland.

8* play on Cleveland Cavaliers. 

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The Houston Rockets are 12-7-1 to the under this season while Memphis Grizzlies are 9-7 to the under. Both teams rank in the top 10 for scoring defense and in the bottom-half for 3-point shooting. 

Under is 8-2 in Rockets last 10 games as an underdog. Under is 4-1 in Rockets last 5 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Under is 5-1 in Grizzlies last 6 games as a favorite. Under is 21-5 in Grizzlies last 26 home games. Under is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Memphis.

In addition to the under, I also like Memphis to win and cover. Houston will play its fourth consecutive road game and on no rest following a 104-87 loss at OKC last night while the Grizzlies return home from a three-game trip after losign 134-116 at Indiana on Tuesday. 

Rockets are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games playing on 0 days rest. Rockets are 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points. Grizzlies are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points.

8* play on Memphis. 

*MAJOR WAGER ALERT* WARRIORS VS MAVS NBA GAME OF THE WEEK  - 10* TOP PLAY

This looks like a great spot to back the Golden State Warriors to bounce back from a 111-107 loss to Boston. This will be only their second game of the week while the Mavs will be playing the second game of a back-to-back after winning at Atlanta last night. Mavericks are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 0 days rest, and they had failed to cover the spread in six straight games prior to yesterday's win. 

10* play on Golden State Warriors

CINCINNATI VS TEMPLE 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

Good spot to fade the Bearcats who are only 2-8 ATS on the season and have been out of action since Jan. 10 after having six games postponed due to a COVID-19 outbreak in the program. Temple has covered the number in four of its last six games 

Bearcats are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as a road favorite. Owls are 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 games as an underdog. I'm counting on Temple to get it done here against a shorthanded and rusty Bearcats team. 

8* play on Temple. 

*BIG BET ALERT* OHIO STATE VS IOWA BIG TEN GAME OF THE MONTH

The Ohio State Buckeyes are riding a three-game winning streak that started with an upset win at Wisconsin on Jan 23. I do not like their chances in this one though, facing an Iowa team that is undervalued and due for a big game after winning only one of its last three games, failing to cover the spread in all three. 

While Ohio State has scored 70+ points in three straight games, note that Iowa has the second-best scoring average in the nation on the season, averaging 89.4 points per game.  

Hawkeyes are 15-2 ATS in their last 17 games following a ATS loss. Hawkeyes are 20-5-2 ATS in their last 27 home games. Buckeyes are 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.

10* play on Iowa. 

LATE NIGHT CELTICS VS KINGS 8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER TOTAL

The Kings are 4-2 to the under in their last six games. Here they'll face a Boston defense that ranks eighth in the NBA in scoring defense, and playing on no rest following a 111-107 win at Golden State last night. Each of the Celtics last four games have gone under the total, with an average of only 104 ppg allowed. 

8* play on UNDER. 

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The Phoenix Suns are riding a three-game winning streak, and improved defense has been a key component in their success. Over their last four games, the Suns have held opponents to an average of 102 ppg, and here they'll face a New Orleans team that has a bottom-third scoring average. As for Phoenix, its offense is far more potent at home than on the road. The being said, Phoenix is the hotter of the two sides and I like the Suns to win and cover. 

8* play on Phoenix. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* | TOP-RATED 10* SUNS VS PELICANS TOTAL | 8-3 RUN!

The Phoenix Suns are riding a three-game winning streak, and improved defense has been a key component in their success. Over their last four games, the Suns have held opponents to an average of 102 ppg, and here they'll face a New Orleans team that has a bottom-third scoring average. As for Phoenix, its offense is far more potent at home than on the road. 

Under is 8-3 in Suns last 11 road games. Under is 5-1 in Suns last 6 games as a road favorite.

10* play on UNDER. 

SMU VS TULSA 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER

The SMU Mustangs took a 22-point beating at conference-leader Houston last time out. They shot only 32% (15-of-47) in the setback, but I like them to bounce back here against a Tulsa team coming off a 77-68 triumph at East Carolina on Dec 30. The Golden Hurricane had lost back-to-back games prior to the win, and I don't think they'll be as hungry for a win here as the visitors.

8* play on SMU Mustangs. 

76ERS VS HORNETS 8* BOOKIE BU$TER

Good spot to fade the Charlotte Hornets who are coming off three consecutive upset wins. They'll host a Sixers side that is one of the hottest teams in the league and Philly is 4-1 ATS in the last five head-to-head meetings. Joel Embiid missed the Sixers 119-110 win at Indiana on Sunday, but he's expected to be back for this one. "Joel practiced (Tuesday), looked fine, looked good," said Rivers. “As long as there’s no setbacks, that's a problem with anything, the next day is really a telltale sign is how you feel the next day."

8* play on Philadelphia 76ers. 

*BIG BET ALERT* NCAAB AAC GAME OF THE MONTH - 10* TOP PLAY  

The Houston Cougars have reeled off eight straight wins (7-1 ATS) since an upset loss at Tulsa on Dec 29. They have won five of their last six by 20+ points, including a 70-48 thrashing of a 9-3 SMU team last time out. East Carolina is 7-6 SU (3-8 ATS) on the season, and coming off five straight losses SU and ATS. I just don't see the Pirates keeping pace with the superior Cougars. 

10* play on Houston.

TOP-RATED 10* CLIPPERS VS NETS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

Great spot to back the Nets coming off a loss, facing a Clippers team that will be without Patrick Beverley and Nicolas Batum. 

Clippers are 3-16 ATS in the last 19 meetings in Brooklyn. Clippers are 5-15 ATS in the last 20 meetings.

10* play on Brooklyn. 

PURDUE VS MARYLAND 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

Purdue is coming off an 81-62 rout of Minnesota. Very impressive, but I think the Boilermakers will find this to be a much tougher game, facing a well-rested and angry Maryland team that took a 61-55 loss to Wisconsin last time out. We can also note that this is a revenge game for the Terps after losing 73-70 at Purdue on December 25. 

8* play on Maryland. 

EARLY UMBC VS NJIT 8* CBB DAYTIME DESTROYER

The UMBC Retrievers are 10-4 SU and 8-6 ATS on the season. This looks like a good spot to back them to bounce back from a 69-65 loss to the Highlanders a couple of days ago. NJIT is only 6-7 SU and ATS on the season. It shot 50% from the field and had 18 free throw attempts against only 10 for UMBC in the first meeting of this doubleheader. I expect a much better game from the Retrievers in this one. 

8* play on UMBC. 

KNICKS VS BULLS 8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER TOTAL

The New York Knicks took a 129-115 loss to the Clippers on Sunday. That was a rare high-scoring game for the Knickerbockers who own the no. 1 scoring defense in the NBA and are 14-7 to the under on the season. I think we'll see a more typical Knicks game here against a Bulls team that has averaged only 105 ppg through three consecutive losses. 

Under is 8-2 in Knicks last 10 games as a road underdog. Under is 6-1 in Knicks last 7 games following a double-digit loss at home.

8* play on UNDER. 

ILLINOIS STATE VS DRAKE 8* CBB BANKROLL BUILDER

The Drake Bulldogs had covered the spread in each of their 13 games this season before winning by only two in OT as a 19-point favorite against  Illinois State yesterday. We'll see plenty of inflated lines against Drake the rest of the season due to its exceptional ATS record. I like the Redbirds to keep this one within the number as well, particularly as Drake does not have a perfect record to protect anymore. 

8* play on Illinois State. 

EARLY GEORGIA TECH VS LOUISVILLE 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER ~ 2:00 ET

Georgia Tech is coming off an upset win over Florida State which sets up a potential flat spot. Louisville on the other hand took a 54-50 loss at Clemson last time out, its third loss in four games. The Cardinals made only 18-of-57 field goals against the Tigers, but they should have better success against the Yellow Jackets who are allowing 71.5 ppg (218th). I'm backing Louisville to bounce back with a strong performance today. 

8* play on Louisville. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* TOP-RATED 10* CAVS @ WOLVES BOOKIE BREAKER - 8-2 RUN!

Good spot to back the 9-10 Cavs as they look to bounce back from a humiliating 102-81 road loss to the Knicks. They are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points and 15-6 ATS in their last 21 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of less than .400.

The 4-14 Wolves have won only one of their last eight games, and they are 2-6 ATS during that stretch. Timberwolves are 3-11 ATS in their last 14 home games vs. a team with a losing road record.

Cavaliers are 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings in Minnesota.

10* play on Cleveland. 

JAZZ VS NUGGETS 8* NBA BOOKIE BOMBER TOTAL

The Denver Nuggets are 14-5 to the over on the season, but I think we'll see a relatively low-scoring affair when they host the Jazz Sunday afternoon. 

Utah is the hottest team in the NBA, and a big reason for its 11 straight wins is its play on the defensive end. Additionally, the Jazz will be crippled offensively without Donovan Mitchell and Derrick Favors. 

Under is 4-1 in Jazz last 5 road games. Under is 7-3 in Jazz last 10 overall. Under is 22-10 in the last 32 meetings. Under is 17-5 in the last 22 meetings in Denver. 

8* play on UNDER. 

JAZZ VS NUGGETS 8* SIDE

The Denver Nuggets are 14-5 to the over on the season, but I think we'll see a relatively low-scoring affair when they host the Jazz Sunday afternoon. 

Utah is the hottest team in the NBA, and a big reason for its 11 straight wins is its play on the defensive end. Additionally, the Jazz will be crippled offensively without Donovan Mitchell and Derrick Favors. 

Under is 4-1 in Jazz last 5 road games. Under is 7-3 in Jazz last 10 overall. Under is 22-10 in the last 32 meetings. Under is 17-5 in the last 22 meetings in Denver. 

In addition to the under, I also like Denver to win this game. Sure, the Jazz have been red hot, but now they hit the road for the first time in two weeks. The Jazz are 3-9-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings in Denver and this is a revenge spot for the Nuggets after losing at Utah on January 17. 

8* play on Denver

SUPER EARLY TOP-RATED 10* MICHIGAN STATE @ OHIO STATE *BEST OF THE BEST*

Ohio State defeated Penn State 83-79 last time out, but it was far from an impressive performance as the Buckeyes committed a season-high 17 turnovers. I think we'll see another lackluster win for the Buckeyes here, and while I do think they'll win outright, I really like Michigan State to cover the number. 

The Spartans shot only 29% (16-of-56) from the field in an embarrassing 67-37 loss at Rutgers on Thursday. They are somewhat excused as it was the Spartans' first game since Jan. 8 after having three games postponed due to COVID-19 issues in the program. "I'm sure we have a little COVID hangover, I understand that, but that will not be an excuse for the way we played," Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said. "That would be a good excuse for losing a game, but not the way we played."

I have no doubt coach Izzo will have his players better prepared for this one.

10* play on Michigan State. 

TOP-RATED 10* PISTONS @ WARRIORS BOOKIE BREAKER - 10 PM ET START

Potential flat spot for the Pistons who are coming off a double-digit win over the Lakers. Pistons are 0-3-1 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and 7-15-2 ATS in their last 24 games following a straight up win.

The Warriors will be hungry to bounce back from a disappointing 19-point loss at Phoenix. They defeated Detroit 116-106 at home back on Dec 29, and I don't think the revenge angle will be much of a factor. The Pistons are allowing opponents to shoot 38.8% from behind the arc (26th) and I expect Steph Curry and the rest of the Warriors' to punish them. 

10* play on Golden State. 

GRIZZLIES VS SPURS 8* NBA HARDWOOD HAMMER

The Grizzlies have not played since Jan. 18 after having five games postponed as they did not have enough players available due to COVID-19 protocols. They'll still be without Jonas Valanciunas and Grayson Allen for this matchup because of the health and safety protocols. 

The Spurs are playing good basketball at the moment, coming off three straight wins SU and ATS. They'll be playing on no rest after handling the Nuggets on Friday, but I still think they're in a better spot than the Grizzlies who are likely to come in rusty. 

Grizzlies are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games as a road underdog. Spurs are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a favorite.

8* play on San Antonio. 

ROCKETS VS PELICANS 8* CBB BOOKIE BA$HER

Great spot to fade the Pelicans who will be playing on no rest after dominating Milwaukee last night. The Rockets are riding a four-game winning streak and the players look more ready to fight for each other since star guard James Harden left for Brooklyn Nets. 

8* play on Houston. 

TOP-RATED 10* ACC GAME OF THE MONTH

Florida State defeated Georgia Tech at home 74-61 on Dec. 15. The Seminoles are playing even better basketball right now, coming off five straight wins SU and ATS (four wins by double-digits) while Georgia Tech is coming off a pair of losses at Virginia and Duke. Ride the hot hand with the Noles to get the job done on the road. 

10* play on Florida State. 

VILLANOVA VS SETON HALL 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER

Seton Hall looks primed for a big outing after dropping three of its last four games. Last time out, the Pirates failed to hold on to a 16-point second-half lead against no. 17 Creighton, but I think they'll do better in this one. 

The underdog is 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings with Villanova and Seton Hall lost by only two points when the two teams clashed less than two weeks ago. 

The Pirates are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games as a home underdog and 48-22 ATS in their last 70 games as an underdog. 

8* play on Seton Hall. 

SUPER EARLY ALABAMA VS OKLAHOMA 8* BOOKIE BOMBER 12:00 PM ET START

The Sooners are 10-4 on the season despite playing a very tough schedule. Their losses have come to Xavier, Texas Tech, Baylor and Kansas, but they have also defeated then-No. 9 Kansas at home and No. 5 Texas on the road. The Sooners have covered the spread in five straight games overall and each of their last five at home. Alabama is riding a 10-game winning streak, but it will be facing a ranked opponent for just the second time all season. 

8* play on Oklahoma. 

LATE NIGHT BOISE STATE VS CSU 8* BOOKIE BLA$TER

Late add to Friday's card. Boise State has only two losses on the season, one came last time out when they got humiliated in a 22-point loss to CSU in the first game of this two-game set. Broncos are 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight up loss and I'll think they'll get quick revenge.

8* play on Boise State. 

TOP-RATED 10* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK 

The Milwaukee Bucks are averaging a league-leading 119.8 points per game. New Orleans is coming off a 124-106 win over a shorthanded Washington team, but had allowed 123, 118, 129 and 120 points in their last four games prior. I  expect the Bucks to have their way with the Pels here and win by double-digits. 

Pelicans are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games as an underdog. Pelicans are 6-22-2 ATS in their last 30 Friday games.

10* play on Milwaukee Bucks. 

TOP-RATED 10* MEMPHIS VS SMU CBB PLAY OF THE DAY

SMU is 5-2 at home and will be looking to avenge a loss at Memphis just a couple of days ago. Potential flat spot for the Tigers following three straight wins SU and ATS. 

Tigers are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win. Mustangs are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Home team is 15-6 ATS in the last 21 meetings.

10* play on SMU. 

TOP-RATED 10* NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

The Utah Jazz have won and covered the spread in nine straight games. I think they're in trouble in this one though as Dallas is getting Josh Richardson, Dorian Finney-Smith and Dwight Powell back after being sidelined due to the NBA's health and safety protocols. I expect a big effort from the Mavs following a pair of home losses to Houston and Denver, and they've had a day of rest unlike Utah who beat the Knicks last night. 

Mavericks are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 road games. Mavericks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a road underdog. Jazz are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 0 days rest.

10* play on Dallas. 

8* CBB BANKROLL BUILDER

Louisville is 10-3 on the season but only 3-2 on the road with losses at Miami and Wisconsin. They'll face an angry and desperate Tigers team looking to bounce back from three consecutive losses. 

Cardinals are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games as a road underdog. Tigers are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games as a home favorite.

8* play on Clemson. 

PISTONS @ CAVS 8* NBA BOOKIE BU$TER

The Pistons put an end to a four-game skid with a 119-104 win as an underdog to Philadelphia on Monday. Detroit is only 1-4-1 ATS in its last six games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. and I don't like their chances of making it two wins in a row here against a Cavs team looking to bounce back from losses to Boston and LA Lakers. 

Cavaliers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 home games and they should win and cover tonight. 

8* play on Cleveland. 

3-PACK OF NBA WINNERS - KINGS

The Kings have not played since defeating the Knicks by nine points on January 22 as a doubleheader against Memphis was postponed due to contact tracing in the Grizzlies' camp. They should have a lot of energy saved up for this one.

The Magic have won only two of their last 10 games and we can note that the Kings are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings.

8* play on Sacramento Kings. 

CREIGHTON VS SETON HALL 8* CBB BOOKIE BREAKER

Seton Hall has dropped two of its last three games, including an 89-53 beating it took on the road against Creighton on January 6. The Pirates have not played since January 19, and I would not be surprised if they come out rusty here while the Bluejays are playing on a more reasonable four days of rest since beating UConn by eight points. Favorite is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings.

8* play on Creighton. 

EARLY BYU VS PEPPERDINE 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER

Pepperdine took a 65-54 loss at BYU on Jan 23, but the Waves have a winning record of 5-3 at home. The Waves are 8-3-2 ATS in their last 13 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record and 5-2-2 ATS in their last 9 games as an underdog. Home team is 5-2-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.

8* play on Pepperdine. 

8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Clippers are riding a seven-game winning streak but they have ruled out stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George for this matchup, citing the NBA’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Atlanta is coming off a 14-point loss at Milwaukee but has otherwise been OK lately. 

The Hawks are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games as a favorite and I think they'll get the job done here against a shorthanded Clippers squad. 

8* play on Atlanta. 

SIZZLING 5-1 (83%) CBB RUN ~ BIG 12 GAME OF THE MONTH *BIG BET ALERT*

No. 5 Texas has not played since beating Kansas State 82-67 on January 16 as it has had its last two games, at Iowa State and at TCU, were postponed because of COVID-19. I still think they'll be sharp enough to beat the Sooners who are coming off an upset win against Kansas. 

No. 24 Oklahoma struggles defending the three allowing opponents to shoot 36.8% from three-point range and the Longhorns have had a couple of big games from behind the arc. 

10* play on Texas. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* - THUNDER VS BLAZERS 10* NBA TOP PLAY

Tough spot for the Blazers who will be playing on no rest and had to hold on for dear life to defeat the Knicks last night despite leading by 20+ points at one point in the game. Dame Lillard logged 35 minutes, and the Blazers are struggling with depth with McCollum and Nurkic out due to injury. 

The Thunder should be well up for a win after opening this five-game road trip with three losses. They are 23-9 ATS in their last 32 games as a road underdog while the Trail Blazers are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games as a home favorite and 2-9 ATS in their last 11 home games overall. 

OKC is 5-4 straight up on the road on the season and Trail Blazers are 0-10-2 ATS in their last 12 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600.

10* play on Oklahoma City Thunder. 

RAPTORS VS PACERS 8* NBA BUCKET BREAKER

The Raptors have won five of their last six, including a 107-102 triumph in the opener of this two-game set against the Pacers on Sunday. From being undervalued by the betting market following a really poor start to the season, the script has flipped and they are now overvalued for this matchup. The Pacers will be hungry for revenge, and they should bring more focus and be sharper from behind the arc after making only 13-of-39 (33%) 3-point attempts yesterday. 

8* play on Indiana Pacers. 

TOP-RATED 10* HAWKS VS BUCKS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

This looks like an excellent spot to back an angry and well-rested Milwaukee team. 

The Bucks have played only two games this week, a 125-123 loss at Brooklyn on Monday followed by a 113-106 loss to the Lakers on Thursday. Friday's scheduled game against the Wizards was postponed due to contract tracing on Washington's side

The Hawks have played every other day since January 16 and they're in a potential flat spot coming off three straight wins SU and ATS against below-average teams (against Minnesota x 2 and Detroit). 

10* play on Milwaukee Bucks. 

NOTRE DAME VS MIAMI-FL 8* CBB BOOKIE BOMBER

Good spot to back Miami-FL to bounce back from a humiliating loss at Syracuse while Notre Dame could come out flat after putting an end to a four-game losing streak with an 80-70 win over Boston College last time out. The Irish have struggled on the road this season and it's never easy to beat the Canes at Watsco Center. 

8* play on Miami-FL. 

SUPER EARLY DAVIDSON @ UMASS TOP RATED CBB PLAY OF THE DAY

Davidson is coming off three straight wins. While they are only 1-2 ATS through those games, note that the two games they did not cover, the Wildcats still won by double-digits. UMass has also won three in a row, covering the spread in each game. 

The Minutemen held Fordham to 46 points last time out, but their defense is still a concern allowing 75.0 ppg on the season. The Wildcats meanwhile are holding opponents to 65.1 ppg while putting up 72.9 ppg themselves.  

10* play on Davidson. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* OREGON STATE VS OREGON BOOKIE BU$TER - 10:30 ET START

This looks like a good spot to fade Oregon who will play its first game since January 9 after having its last three games postponed because of COVID-19 restrictions. Oregon State has won back-to-back games and five of its last seven. Last time out, the Beavers defeated USC as a 10-point dog and I like them to keep it close here against a Ducks team that more than likely has some rust to knock off. 

8* play on Oregon State. 

TOP-RATED WARRIORS @ JAZZ NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

Love the Warriors as an underdog at Utah tonight. The Jazz should cool off at any time now entering this game on a seven-game winning streak SU and ATS. The Warriors on the other hand look to bounce back from a disappointing home loss to the Knicks. 

Jazz put 129 points against New Orleans last time out. They are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game.

Warriors are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog. Jazz are 6-13-2 ATS in their last 21 games as a home favorite.

10* play on Golden State Warriors. 

SUPER EARLY VIRGINIA TECH @ SYRACUSE 8* CBB BOOKIE BU$TER 12:00 ET

The Orange snapped a two-game skid with a dominant 83-57 win over Miami last time out. It was the first time in five games they covered the spread, and I like them to do it again here against a Virginia Tech side that is overvalued by th market after covering the number in six of its last eight. 

Hokies are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games as an underdog. Orange are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a favorite.

8* play on Syracuse. 

SUPER EARLY UCONN @ CREIGHTON 10* CBB TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

Two teams coming off a loss as favorites. Actually, No. 11 Creighton is coming off back-to-back setbacks and I think it'll be the side to bounce back to win and cover as a favorite. The Huskies are 7-2 ATS on the season despite shooting only 43% from the field (233rd). Creighton meanwhile is one of the most effective teams in the nation with a 49% field goal percentage (29th). 

Sure, the Bluejays needed OT to win at Connecticut back in December, but I think they'll steamroll their opponent this time around. 

10* play on Creighton. 

*BAILOUT PLAY* TOP-RATED KNICKS VS KINGS BOOKIE BREAKER

Love the Kings here as they look to bounce back from a humiliating loss at LA Clippers. The Knicks are in a letdown spot coming off three straight underdog wins, most recently a double-digit triumph at Golden State last night. Take the triggered Kings against the fat and happy Knicks. 

10* play on Kings. 

KNICKS VS WARRIORS TOTAL

The Warriors are riding a two-game winning streak following wins over the Lakers and the Spurs. They'll be playing on no rest and their third game in four nights, but I still like them to get it done here against a Knicks team also will be playing its third game in four nights and is 2-5 ATS in its last seven games.

Teams playing on no rest (Warriors) facing a team on two or more days of rest (Knicks) are 8-1 ATS on the season. Happy to lay the points with Golden State in this spot. 

Additionally, I also like the under. Under is 9-1 in Knicks last 10 games as an underdog. Under is 10-2 in Knicks last 12 overall. Under is 6-1 in Warriors last 7 overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

TOP-RATED 10* KNICKS VS WARRIORS NBA PLAY OF THE DAY

The Warriors are riding a two-game winning streak following wins over the Lakers and the Spurs. They'll be playing on no rest and their third game in four nights, but I still like them to get it done here against a Knicks team also will be playing its third game in four nights and is 2-5 ATS in its last seven games.

Teams playing on no rest (Warriors) facing a team on two or more days of rest (Knicks) are 8-1 ATS on the season. Happy to lay the points with Golden State in this spot. 

10* play on Golden State. 

NBA 3-PACK

Good spot to fade the Clippers who are coming off back-to-back 30+ point wins while the Kings are getting a couple of points extra after covering the number in only one of their last nine games. Sure, Clippers should cruise to a victory for most of the game, but the backdoor will be wide open. 

Kings are 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games as a road underdog. Clippers are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of less than .400.

8* play on Kings. 

NBA 3-PACK - PISTONS

The Atlanta Hawks are coming off a 108-97 win over Minnesota, but they are only 2-6 SU and ATS over their last eight games. The Pistons have the worst SU record in the league at 3-8, but they're 7-5-1 ATS and have failed to cover the number in only two of their last nine. 

Atlanta has cooled off since a decent start to the year, and I do not trust them to cover the spread in this one. 

Hawks are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games as a favorite. Hawks are 2-6-1 ATS in their last 9 home games.

8* play on Detroit Pistons. 

THUNDER @ NUGGETS 8* NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Thunder have won four of their last six straight up, quite impressive considering they closed each game as underdogs. The Nuggets have been asked to cover nine points or more twice on the season, failing both times and they're just too inconsistent to be backed as this large favorites. 

Additionally, note that OKC has a rest advantage (three days rest against Nuggets one) after having its scheduled game against the Sixers on Sunday night postponed due to contact tracing issues with the Philly team.

Thunder are 22-7 ATS in their last 29 games as a road underdog. Thunder are 35-16 ATS in their last 51 games as an underdog. Nuggets are 2-5-1 ATS in their last 8 games as a home favorite.

8* play on Oklahoma City Thunder. 

TOP-RATED 10* CBB BIG EAST GAME OF THE MONTH

Good spot to fade the Villanova Wildcats who have had almost a month off from competitive basketball since routing Marquette on Dec 23. They'll face a hot Seton Hall team that has won four of its last five games, only falling to Creighton during that span. Admittedly, their setback to the Bluejays was a blowout, but they bounced back nicely with an eight-point win at DePaul last time out. 

Pirates are 35-16 ATS in their last 51 games as a road underdog. Wildcats are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games as a home favorite.

10* play on Seton Hall. 

KANSAS @ BAYLOR 8* CBB BOOKIE BLASTER - 9 PM ET START - PROFIT GUARANTEE

Kansas has three losses on the season after falling at Oklahoma State on January 12. They've had plenty of time to rest and prepare for this one since while Baylor last was in action on Jan 16 when they defeated Texas Tech. Baylor is an undefeated 12-0 SU and a superb 10-2 ATS, but I like the well-rested Jayhawks to cover the number in this one. 

The Bears offense has not clicked in recent games as they've been held to 67 and 68 points in their last two games. 

Jayhawks are 11-1 ATS in their last 12 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600. Underdog is 7-2 ATS in the last 9 meetings.

8* play on Kansas. 

ROCKETS @ BULLS 8* NBA BOOKIE BOMBER - 8:05 ET - PROFIT GUARANTEE

The Bulls will be playing on no rest and they return home from a six-game road trip. Last night, they put a 117-101 beating on the Mavs in Dallas and I would not be surprised if they come out flat in this one. 

The Rockets on the other hand will be fired up to show they're better off without James Harden, and this will be their first game with newly acquired Victor Oladipo on the floor. 

8* play on Houston Rockets. 

TOP-RATED 10* CBB PLAY OF THE DAY - MUST WIN!

VMI ranks 25th in the nation for points per game on the season and the Keydets just dropped 110 on Citadel. East Tennessee State relies on its defense, but without much success lately allowing 78 points or more in three of its last four games. 

Keydets are 15-5-1 ATS in their last 21 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Underdog is 4-1-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings.

10* play on VMI. 

SPURS @ BLAZERS 8* NBA BOOKIE BREAKER

Two hot teams will clash at Moda Center on MLK Day, but my money is on the visiting Spurs.

Portland has lost center Jusuf Nurkic to a broken wrist and CJ McCollum is a game-time decision after spraining his left foot last time out.

Without McCollum on the floor, Spurs can focus on shutting down Lillard and I think Spurs superior skills on the defensive end will win them the game. 

8* play on San Antonio. 

SUPER EARLY MAGIC @ KNICKS 10* NBA TOP PLAY OF MLK DAY

Good spot to fade the New York Knicks who will be playing on no rest after snapping a five-game losing streak with an upset win at Boston last night. They'll host an Orlando team looking to end a five-game skid of its own. 

Sure, the Magic have struggled since losing Markelle Fultz to a season-ending ACL injury, but other players must be stepping up sooner or later. "Let's be honest -- and I talked about this candidly with the group today -- the Markelle injury has taken a lot out of us," Magic head coach Steve Clifford said after a 122-115 loss to the Nets on Saturday. "We have other guys down too, but tonight was the first time since the Cleveland game where I think that we started to find a belief in a way that we could play, so we have a chance to take a step forward."

Knicks are 4-10-1 ATS in their last 15 games playing on 0 days rest. Magic are 22-6 ATS in their last 28 road games vs. a team with a losing home record.

10* play on Orlando. 

*BIG BET ALERT* NBA EAST GAME OF THE MONTH - 10* TOP PLAY 

Toronto has been one of the biggest disappointments in the league (3-8 SU and ATS) and won the last encounter of this doubleheader by only three points. 

I think the Raptors struggles will continue against the Hornets who are 23-6-1 ATS in their last 30 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400 and 9-4-1 ATS in their last 14 road games.

Additionally, note that Hornets are 17-7 ATS in the last 24 meetings in Toronto and 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings overall. 

10* play on Charlotte. 

*BIG BET ALERT* NCAAB SEC GAME OF THE MONTH - 10* TOP PLAY  

Alabama is 5-1 SU at home on the season but looks overvalued by the market after winning six straight, including an upset win at Kentucky last time out. For this one, Bama will be without starters Jordan Bruner and Herb Jones who both got injured in the most recent victory. 

The win over the Wildcats sets up a potential flat spot for the Tide this Saturday while Arkansas is undervalued after losing three of four and taking a 92-76 beating at LSU last time out.

10* play on Arkansas.