06-23-21 |
Hawks +8.5 v. Bucks | Top | 116-113 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 23 m | Show |
While Jrue Holiday is one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA, he is better against stronger and sturdier guards than he is quick and elusive ones, so Young must capitalize on his speed to get downhill as much as possible. While Brook Lopez and the Bucks play the NBA’s best drop-scheme defense, it’s still a drop, and Young should have opportunities to score from the midrange on floaters. |
06-22-21 |
Wings v. Sun +1 | | 70-80 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 40 m | Show |
The Wings are just 2-6 ATS against the Sun and have droped four straight games against the Eastern Conference ATS. The Sun are 5-2-1 in their last 8 at home ATS. |
06-20-21 |
Golden Knights -1.5 v. Canadiens | Top | 2-1 |
Loss | -100 | 10 h 25 m | Show |
While the forwards unit has struggled, the defensemen have kept the Golden Knights in the series. Alex Pietrangelo has 3 of the 4 goals for the Golden Knights in the past two games while Alec Martinez and Shea Theodore are keeping the puck in the offensive zone with great blue line play and the ability to force turnovers at will. Moreover, goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury has given the defensive unit a boost as he is saving .921 percent of shots while allowing only 1.9 goals per game. I expect this to be the best effort from the Knights in this series as they reclaim home-ice advantage with a convincing win. |
06-20-21 |
Hawks +7 v. 76ers | Top | 103-96 |
Win | 100 | 11 h 34 m | Show |
The Atlanta Hawks have been a solid defense in the playoffs as they are sixth out of 16 teams allowing 105.8 points per game. In Game 6 against the Philadelphia 76ers, they gave up 104 points on 38-of-93 (40.9 percent) from the floor, 12-of-29 (41.4 percent) from three, and 23 free-throw attempts. If they can defend without fouling, it will be a great chance for the Atlanta Hawks to be eight wins away from the NBA Championship. |
06-19-21 |
Lynx +3.5 v. Wings | Top | 77-95 |
Loss | -110 | 7 h 4 m | Show |
The Lynx have covered four straight games against Dallas and are 14-5 ATS against teams with a losing record. The Wings are just 2-6 ATS following a SU loss. |
06-18-21 |
Jazz -2 v. Clippers | Top | 119-131 |
Loss | -110 | 8 h 31 m | Show |
The Jazz come into this contest 3rd in the league in scoring offense with 116.7 points per game this postseason. Utah is tied for 10th in rebounding by pulling down 42.3 boards per night while standing 14th by dishing out 19.7 assists a night. Utah is 10th in the league in scoring defense as they allow 116.4 points per contest. I'm more than happy to take advantage of the generous plus money. |
06-17-21 |
Nets +6 v. Bucks | Top | 89-104 |
Loss | -114 | 6 h 41 m | Show |
After winning the third and fourth game of the series at home, the Milwaukee Bucks were favored on the road in Game 5, with Kyrie Irving out and the health of James Harden in question. Milwaukee looked like they would be too much for the Nets for the first half, but the second half told a different story, and Milwaukee had no answer for Kevin Durant. |
06-17-21 |
Lynx +4.5 v. Wings | | 85-73 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 48 m | Show |
The Lynx are on a cool 13-5 ATS streak against teams with a losing record, while the Wings are 2-5 ATS coming off a SU loss. |
06-17-21 |
Storm -16 v. Fever | Top | 79-69 |
Loss | -109 | 5 h 38 m | Show |
The Storm have covered four straight games, including a 17-pt cover against Indiana, Tuesday. In those four games, Seattle has won by an average of 18.25 points. This one will not be close. |
06-16-21 |
Hawks +7 v. 76ers | Top | 109-106 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 26 m | Show |
Despite the offensive struggles on Monday, the Hawks' defense stepped up, holding the 76ers to just 38 points in the second half. Atlanta is now just two wins away from their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance since 2015, and just their second-ever conference finals appearance since the franchise moved from St. Louis to Atlanta in 1968. |
06-15-21 |
Sky +3.5 v. Lynx | Top | 105-89 |
Win | 100 | 7 h 22 m | Show |
Historically the Sky has have trouble covering games against the Lynx, but this Minnesota team have been unreliable at home, especially as a favorite. The Lynx are just 4-10 ATS off of two or more days rest. |
06-15-21 |
Bucks v. Nets +3 | Top | 108-114 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 2 m | Show |
The Milwaukee Bucks need to get more players involved offensively. Giannis Antetokounmpo is scoring an average of 26.6 points per game during the postseason and the Bucks need other players such as Khris Middleton, Jrue Holiday and Bryn Forbes to step up and give them more offense. Middleton is shooting only 43% in the postseason, while Holiday is shooting 43.2%, but only 25.7% from long distance. Holiday is the leader in assists during the postseason with an average of 7.8 dishes per contest but the Bucks have also been careless with the ball turning it over at a rate of 13.8 miscues per contest. It looks like Harden will play for the Nets in this one. |
06-15-21 |
Islanders v. Lightning -1.5 | Top | 2-4 |
Win | 145 | 6 h 45 m | Show |
Defense and goaltending were excellent for the Lightning this season and they have continued to play well in the playoffs. They gave up two goals or less in three out of six games against a high-powered Florida offense. Tampa Bay gave up two goals or less in four out of five games against the Hurricanes in round two. Goaltending was the main reason they were able to defeat the Canes in five games. Despite losing game one, goaltending was strong once again. They allowed two goals in game one against the Islanders. The team finished the season ranking sixth in goals against per game and ninth in shots against per game. Andrei Vasilevskiy had a 31-10-1 record with a 2.21 GAA and a .925 SV% this season. He has started every playoff game and has been excellent. |
06-15-21 |
Storm v. Fever +15.5 | Top | 87-70 |
Loss | -110 | 6 h 36 m | Show |
Comming off their big win at Connecticut, I think we'll see the Sun sleepwalk in this one. The Storm has always had problems with Indiana, covering just 7 of their last 26 meetings overall , and 5 of 18 in Indiana. |
06-14-21 |
Jazz v. Clippers -4.5 | Top | 104-118 |
Win | 100 | 17 h 43 m | Show |
Clippers fans wanted a signature performance from Paul George in Game 3, and they got exactly that. He shot 12 of 24 and 6 of 10 from the free-throw line to finish with 31 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists and a steal. That kind of line for the oft-struggling PG is important because when he’s making shots, the Jazz have to stretch out their defense a lot more. Kawhi Leonard also had a good game. He went 14 of 24 from the field (1 of 6 from deep) and ended the game with 34 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals and a block. When he and George are doing things like combining for 65 points, things are much easier for the rest of the team. |
06-14-21 |
Canadiens +1.5 v. Golden Knights | Top | 1-4 |
Loss | -124 | 16 h 39 m | Show |
The Montreal Canadiens were expected to lose to the Toronto Maple Leafs after trailing 3-1 in the First Round series and likewise, were expected to lose to the Winnipeg Jets. However, the defensive play has been incredible and the primary reason for their ability to pull upsets in the playoffs. Joel Edmunson and Jeff Petry continue to play well on both ends of the ice, creating turnovers in the defensive zone while getting great shots off from the point. The centerpiece for the Canadiens defensive success however comes from their world-class goaltender Carey Price, who is allowing only 1.9 goals per game while saving .935 percent of shots in the Stanley Cup Playoffs thus far. |
06-13-21 |
Suns -3 v. Nuggets | Top | 125-118 |
Win | 100 | 7 h 18 m | Show |
The Suns showed no complacency in Game 3, jumping out to a 10 point lead after the first quarter. The Nuggets managed to cut the half-time lead to four points, but the Suns came out and continued to impose their will in the third quarter. The Suns shot 53.1% (43-81) from the floor and (12-26) from three-point range in the win. Devin Booker led the scoring with 28 points, followed by Chris Paul with 27. DeAndre Ayton grabbed a team-high 15 boards in the victory. Suns win this one and move on. |
06-13-21 |
Wings +8 v. Aces | Top | 78-85 |
Win | 100 | 4 h 30 m | Show |
The Wings have covered 5 straight games, and five straight as a dog. Vegas is still trying to find their cohesion. |
06-13-21 |
Nets -2 v. Bucks | Top | 96-107 |
Loss | -100 | 3 h 32 m | Show |
Milwaukee attempts to level the series at 2-2 with a victory at home on Sunday. The Bucks used a slow-down offense and tough man-to-man defense to hold the high-scoring Nets to only 83 points in Game 3. Milwaukee shot only 37.8% overall against Brooklyn in Game 3 and was below 20% from 3. Milwaukee can't shoot like that again and expect to come out on top. |
06-12-21 |
Jazz v. Clippers -4.5 | Top | 106-132 |
Win | 100 | 10 h 37 m | Show |
The Clippers have covered 4 of their last 5 games as a favorite, while the Jazz are a horrific 2-10 ATS against teams with a winning home record. This has to be the Clippers best effort or they're obviously done. |
06-12-21 |
Sparks +7.5 v. Lynx | Top | 64-80 |
Loss | -109 | 10 h 43 m | Show |
The Sparks have covered 6 of their last 7 meetings, and 7 of 10 playing on short rest. The Lynx are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall. |
06-12-21 |
Cardinals v. Cubs -1.5 | | 2-7 |
Win | 120 | 9 h 33 m | Show |
After a promising start to the season, the Cardinals are in disarray with eight losses in their last 10 games as they are struggling in just about every facet. St. Louis' offense has maintained slightly below average numbers for most of the season with an average of 4.24 runs per game and a 0.696 team OPS. The Cardinals pitching staff has crumbled lately, bringing its season numbers to a 4.32 collective ERA and 4.50 walks per nine innings, the worst mark in the Majors. |
06-12-21 |
Giants -1.5 v. Nationals | Top | 2-1 |
Loss | -100 | 8 h 29 m | Show |
Kevin Gausman gets the call for his 13th start of the season for the Giants in this contest looking to keep rolling. He comes in 7-0 with a 1.27 ERA, a 0.76 WHIP, 16 walks and 93 strikeouts over 77.2 innings of work this season. Gausman earned the win in his last start, which came Saturday at home against the Cubs. He threw seven innings, allowing two runs (none earned) on two hits with no walks and 10 strikeouts in a game the Giants won 4-3. Gausman is an incredible 3-0 with a 0.00 ERA, an 0.61 WHIP, two walks, with 26 strikeouts in 18 innings. Gausman makes his 10th career appearance and ninth start against the Nationals in this contest. |
06-12-21 |
Pirates v. Brewers -1.5 | Top | 4-7 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 32 m | Show |
Pittsburgh is the worst scoring team in the league, averaging 3.49 runs per game. Their .226 batting average is 27th in the league. Their .298 on base percentage is 26th while their .347 slugging percentage is 30th. |
06-12-21 |
Sky -10 v. Fever | Top | 83-79 |
Loss | -110 | 3 h 48 m | Show |
The Sjy have jad the Fever's number for some time now, covering 9 of their last 11 meetings with a push, including four straight. If you've followed the Sky over the last few easons, they've been a consistent cover against teams where they are the favorite. |
06-11-21 |
Suns +2 v. Nuggets | | 116-102 |
Win | 100 | 9 h 32 m | Show |
The Phoenix defense continues to control games, as the Suns have held their opponents to 100 or fewer points in five of eight postseason games. |
06-11-21 |
Wings v. Mercury -2 | Top | 77-59 |
Loss | -115 | 8 h 19 m | Show |
The Mercury have been a good bet coming off a loss, but more important, I have no idea who is setting these lines because Phoenix is at hime and they are the better team, yet we only have to cover 2 points. |
06-11-21 |
Pirates v. Brewers -1.5 | Top | 4-7 |
Win | 100 | 7 h 19 m | Show |
Brandon Woodruff has been excellent this season as he has one of the most impressive Baseball Savant pages you can see. He is in the 89th percentile in strikeout percentage, 95th percentile in xERA, 79th percentile in hard hit percentage, and 86th percentile in barrel percentage. He has a five-pitch arsenal (fastball, sinker, slider, curveball, changeup) and his fastball has been electric as he has a .089 batting average with 57 strikeouts against the heater this season. Woodruff faced the Pirates twice in the shortened season last year as he went 1-1 in 11.1 innings with four runs on five hits with four walks and 17 strikeouts against them. |
06-11-21 |
Astros -1.5 v. Twins | Top | 6-4 |
Win | 101 | 7 h 52 m | Show |
The Astros made a statement over the past 10 days winning five of seven matchups against a very good Red Sox team, but lost Thursday's series finale in a wild slugfest that featured six lead changes. The Astros have the best offense in baseball by a number of categories including a 0.778 team OPS, and are averaging 5.37 runs per game for the season. Houston pitching is also just inside the top 10 with a 3.75 collective ERA |
06-11-21 |
76ers -1.5 v. Hawks | Top | 127-111 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 15 m | Show |
The 76ers came out of the gate strong on Wednesday, jumping out to an 18 point lead in the first quarter. While the Hawks pulled with-in two points at the half, Philly held on thanks to a strong fourth quarter. The 76ers shot 52.9% from the floor and 46.2% from beyond the arc in the win. The 76ers also won the turnover battle, only committing nine, compared to 18 for Atlanta. |
06-11-21 |
Rockies v. Reds -1.5 | Top | 5-11 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 6 m | Show |
Kyle Freeland was roughed up in his last start, which was his third of the season. Saturday against Oakland, Freeland gave up five earned runs and 10 hits in five innings, while walking and striking out one batter. Freeland has not made it out of the fifth inning in any of his starts this season, although he was pitch counted in his first start. In 13 innings, Freeland has surrendered 19 hits and nine earned runs, while walking eight and recording seven strikeouts. The Rockies bullpen is 9-12 with 10 saves, an ERA of 5.40, and a 1.534 WHIP in 203.1 innings. The relief corps has combined to allow 122 earned runs and 211 hits with walking 101 and striking out 202 batters. |
06-11-21 |
Orioles v. Rays -1.5 | | 2-4 |
Win | 123 | 6 h 2 m | Show |
The Orioles will start two year pro Keegan Akin on Friday night at the Trop. Akin appeared in eight games last season and started six of them for Baltimore. He had a record of 1-2 in 2020 with an ERA of 4.56. Over 45.2 career innings, Akin has given up five home runs, 47 hits, and 21 earned runs. |
06-10-21 |
Clippers v. Jazz -3 | | 111-117 |
Win | 100 | 14 h 24 m | Show |
Utah went 40.7% (37-91) from the floor, 34% (17-50) from three, and 80.8% (21-26) from the line in the victory on Tuesday. The Jazz was without Mike Conley wh averaged 16.2 points and 6.0 assists per game during the regular season due to a hamstring injury. Conley is questionable for Game 2. Those numbers indicate that the Jazz can be even better in game two. |
06-10-21 |
Nets +3.5 v. Bucks | Top | 83-86 |
Win | 100 | 12 h 35 m | Show |
The Milwaukee Bucks seemed like an ideal team to oppose the Nets’ bid for instant greatness. Instead, they are shriveling in the playoffs again. If their home court can’t rescue them from a 2-0 series deficit, if they can’t recover from the embarrassment of a 39-point loss in Game 2, they will squander another season of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s brilliance. What was supposed to be a rare Finals-caliber matchup in the second round now feels like an exhibition of desperation. |
06-10-21 |
Dodgers v. Pirates +1.5 | Top | 6-3 |
Loss | -100 | 5 h 20 m | Show |
After this game, the Dodgers head home to face the Texas Rangers to start a six game home stand. I think we'll see the Dodgers more focused on getting home although we'll need the insurance to get the win. |
06-09-21 |
Nuggets +5.5 v. Suns | | 98-123 |
Loss | -113 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
Denver shot 46.7%(43-92) from the floor and 35% (14-40) from three-point range in the loss. What stands out the most was that the Nuggets only attempted six free throws the entire game. Expect that to change tonight. |
06-09-21 |
Dodgers -1.5 v. Pirates | | 2-1 |
Loss | -106 | 9 h 8 m | Show |
Pittsburgh has had its problems scoring runs as the Pirates are 29th in baseball and things are not any better on the mound as Pittsburgh team ERA is 4.69 which is 24th in baseball. Nothing about this team makes me want any part of them today. |
06-09-21 |
Storm -8.5 v. Dream | | 95-71 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 12 m | Show |
The Storm have put up some big numbers ATS, although they haven't been great in Atlanta. They are on a 32-15 run after an ATS loss. Seattle is 22-9-1 ATS after SU loss. The Dream have not played for a few days, i think they get run out of their own building in this one. |
06-09-21 |
Diamondbacks v. A's -1.5 | Top | 0-4 |
Win | 100 | 5 h 39 m | Show |
Supporting Peacock is a Diamondback bullpen that has gone 8-14 with six saves, a 4.73 ERA, and a 1.460 WHIP in 222.2 innings thus far. The bullpen has allowed 117 earned runs and 241 hits while walking 84 and striking out 208 batters. Get to Peacock and you'll blow this game open. |
06-08-21 |
Clippers +3 v. Jazz | Top | 109-112 |
Push | 0 | 8 h 60 m | Show |
The Clippers are fourth in scoring defense with opponents putting up 107.8 points per game on 52.9% shooting from two and 35.6% shooting from beyond the arc. That will be enough for them to get the win/cover tonight. |
06-08-21 |
Cubs +1.5 v. Padres | | 7-1 |
Win | 100 | 9 h 42 m | Show |
This is our spot with the Cubs because we likely won't come back with them again. Despite the loss Monday, the Cubs have won five of their last seven games in San Diego and four of five overall. We're going to take the insurance, but the Cub's underrated power keeps them in this one. |
06-08-21 |
Wings +2 v. Mercury | Top | 85-81 |
Win | 100 | 9 h 16 m | Show |
The Wings have covered 10 of their last 14 road games, while the Mercury have not been a relieble home cover. |
06-08-21 |
Diamondbacks +1.5 v. A's | Top | 2-5 |
Loss | -104 | 8 h 15 m | Show |
Jon Duplantier is considered the 22nd-ranked prospect in the Arizona Diamondbacks farm system and has a career 9.6 barrel percentage, 89.3 MPH exit velocity, 13-degree launch angle, and a 40 percent hard-hit percentage. |
06-08-21 |
Hawks +6 v. 76ers | | 102-118 |
Loss | -101 | 5 h 28 m | Show |
The Hawks got off to a dream start in a series-opening game that looked like it was going to be a blowout through three quarters, although things got far too close for comfort in the last minute as they nearly collapsed. Atlanta piled up 74 points in the first half and led by as many as 25 points midway through the third. Philadelphia put together a massive rally to make it a one-possession game in the final minute, but Bogdan Bogdanovic hit a massive three and drained the game-winning free throws. The public will be all over the Sixers tonight because of the almost collapse by the Hawks. That's why I like Atlanta even more. they won't come into this one over confident. |
06-08-21 |
Dodgers v. Pirates +1.5 | | 5-3 |
Loss | -100 | 6 h 60 m | Show |
Nothing about this match-up says the Pirates are the play here except the number. I have made a living off of reading soft lines and this one certainly stood out to me. Sometimes the oddsmakers know something more and I'm betting that's the case here. |
06-08-21 |
Lynx v. Mystics +2 | | 81-85 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 11 m | Show |
The Lynx have failed to cover 4 of their last 5 games in this series while the Mysrics have covere 7 of 9 as a dog. |
06-07-21 |
Nuggets +5 v. Suns | Top | 105-122 |
Loss | -105 | 10 h 45 m | Show |
The Nuggets offense has been nearly unstoppable through the first six games of the postseason. Denver is scoring an average of 120.8 points per game through six games of the playoffs and is shooting 47.2% overall and 40.6% from beyond the arc. |
06-07-21 |
Bucks +1 v. Nets | Top | 86-125 |
Loss | -110 | 7 h 1 m | Show |
The Nets struggled offensively this season, at times, mostly due to inconsistent line-ups. James Harden is out for this one, while the Bucks still need to prove that they are going to be a reliable bet from beyond the arc. This game should be even more of a grinder than game one. |
06-06-21 |
Dream v. Lynx -5.5 | Top | 80-100 |
Win | 100 | 8 h 1 m | Show |
This is why you need a handicapper who follows this league close. The bookmakers are begging you to take Atlanta in this one, but we're sharper than that. The Lynx have covered games against the Eastern Conference on a consistent basis with this match-up being no different. |
06-06-21 |
Mavs v. Clippers -6.5 | Top | 111-126 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 32 m | Show |
The Mavericks played well offensively through the first three games of the series, but they have struggled since, averaging 94.3 points per game in their last three games. |
06-06-21 |
Tigers +1.5 v. White Sox | Top | 0-3 |
Loss | -106 | 4 h 46 m | Show |
Jose Urena will be activated from the IL to start Sunday's series finale in his first appearance since May 26, when he tossed 5.2 scoreless innings against the Cleveland Indians allowing just three hits before being removed with forearm tightness. The 29-year-old offseason acquisition has been solid with a 4.14 ERA across 10 starts. |
06-06-21 |
Hawks +3.5 v. 76ers | | 128-124 |
Win | 101 | 3 h 59 m | Show |
The status of Joel Embiid remains in doubt entering Game 1 on Sunday afternoon as he nurses a meniscus tear in his knee. The 76ers know that they will need their MVP caliber big man back in order to beat a tough Hawks team over the course of seven games. "I can't give you a timeline," Sixers head coach Doc Rivers said to the AP regarding Embiid's status. With comments like that, it is reasonable to assume Doc and the medical staff rest Embiid in Game 1. Without Embiid, the Hawks are the right side. |
06-06-21 |
Marlins v. Pirates +1.5 | Top | 3-1 |
Loss | -133 | 3 h 30 m | Show |
Sandy Alcantara will make his 13th start of the season for Miami, and the Marlins have only won five games of those 13 starts. Alcantara has an ERA of 3.68 and a WHIP of 1.07. He gave up four earned runs his last time out to the Blue Jays giving up nine hits in six innings. |
06-05-21 |
Bucks +4 v. Nets | Top | 107-115 |
Loss | -102 | 10 h 55 m | Show |
Milwaukee led the NBA during the regular season with 120.1 points per game on 48.7% shooting. In the first round against the Heat, Giannis averaged 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 7.8 assists. Impressively, he only turned the ball over three times total while playing 36 minutes a night. But similar to last year’s series with Miami, the perennial superstar struggled with his three-point shot, going 1 for 16 in the four games. Expect Giannis to have a better series against the Nets. |
06-05-21 |
Dodgers -1.5 v. Braves | | 4-6 |
Loss | -100 | 10 h 27 m | Show |
Los Angeles is averaging 5.32 runs per game. Their .242 batting average is eighth in the league. Their .341 on base percentage is second, while their .413 slugging percentage is eighth. If Los Angeles comes closer to that average tonight, we'll win this plus money winner easy. |
06-05-21 |
Liberty +9.5 v. Sun | Top | 64-85 |
Loss | -105 | 4 h 4 m | Show |
The Liberty have not been a great cover team through the years but they have managed to cash tickets in five of their last seven games. I think we're going to catch the Sun napping after their big win against Vegas. |
06-04-21 |
Clippers v. Mavs +2.5 | Top | 104-97 |
Loss | -100 | 14 h 52 m | Show |
Kawhi Leonard has been the only player in the series who has gone toe-to-toe statistically with Dončić and not be completely overwhelmed. Leonard has averaged 30.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 4 assists through five games . The Clippers still are uncertain whether Serge Ibaka will be available. He’s missed the last two games with back issues. Dallas closes this series out tonight. |
06-03-21 |
Fever +6 v. Sparks | | 63-98 |
Loss | -101 | 8 h 26 m | Show |
Not a great spot for Indiana but the Sparks have a tendency to play to the level of their competion. They have failed to cover four straight games at home, and four straight as a home favorite. Take the Fever and the short price. |
06-03-21 |
Nuggets +5 v. Blazers | Top | 126-115 |
Win | 100 | 12 h 5 m | Show |
Denver shot 48.1% from the floor, 45.5% from three-point range and, 84.4% from the line in their game five win. If the Blazers can't play defense then I have to take the points. |
06-03-21 |
Aces v. Liberty +9 | Top | 94-82 |
Loss | -110 | 5 h 17 m | Show |
The Ace continue their road trip in New York. The Aces continue to fail to cover road games against teams who are .500 or better, while the Liberty have covered six of their last eight and are particulary good as a home dog. |
06-02-21 |
A's v. Mariners +1.5 | Top | 6-0 |
Loss | -130 | 15 h 5 m | Show |
The Oakland Athletics are losing their grasp on first place in the American League West and part of that is due to poor production at the plate. Oakland is batting only .226 as a team, which is 26th in baseball and the A’s have only the 16th best on-base percentage at .311, 12th best slugging percentage at .400 and have scored the 16th most runs with 231 |
06-02-21 |
Mavs +7 v. Clippers | Top | 105-100 |
Win | 100 | 14 h 13 m | Show |
The health of point guard Luka Doncic is of major concern to the Mavs as they try to seize control of this series after being up at one point in this best-of-seven series, 2-0. The third-year point guard was seriously affected by a cervical strain in Game 4 that limited his movements as he collected just 19 points, six rebounds, and six assists. Coach Rick Carlisle said he expects Doncic to play in Game 5. “He seems to be doing better, so that’s good news,” Carlisle said. |
06-02-21 |
Hawks +1.5 v. Knicks | | 103-89 |
Win | 100 | 12 h 37 m | Show |
On Sunday, the Hawks shot 36-82 (43.9%) from the field, 15-39 (38.5%) from three-point range, and 26-28 (92.9%) from the free-throw line. The Hawks also outrebounded the Knicks 48 to 39. John Collins was the team's second-leading scorer for the game adding 22 points, and Clint Capela had 10 points and 15 rebounds. That's not the best the hawks can play. Anticipate the close-out here. |
06-02-21 |
Wizards v. 76ers -6 | Top | 112-129 |
Win | 100 | 11 h 2 m | Show |
Philly will go only as far as their star center can take them. Embiid missed 10 games during the regular season after getting a bone bruise on his left knee while playing against Washington in March, and his status for Wednesday’s game is uncertain. In this one, with or without Embiid, the 76ers will be too tough as they close out the Wizards. |
06-01-21 |
Fever +15.5 v. Storm | | 73-88 |
Win | 100 | 6 h 36 m | Show |
Indiana is a cool 18-7 ATS in their last 25 meetings with the Storm, and have covered four straight games in Seattle. The Storm have had a history of playing down to their competition. |
06-01-21 |
Lakers +5 v. Suns | Top | 85-115 |
Loss | -107 | 14 h 18 m | Show |
Word is that Anthony Davis will be out for this one, but if he plays, I'd rather be sitting with a plus five ticket than an overeaction -5. |
06-01-21 |
Blazers +2 v. Nuggets | Top | 140-147 |
Loss | -102 | 13 h 25 m | Show |
The Blazers are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games and 8-2 STS in their last 10 road games, while Denver is just 6-12 ATS against the Western Conference. |
06-01-21 |
Celtics +12.5 v. Nets | Top | 109-123 |
Loss | -110 | 12 h 11 m | Show |
Boston is 9-4 in their last 13 road games and 7-3 ATS after a 10-pt loss or more. The Nets will win but the points are too much for me to lay. |
06-01-21 |
Aces v. Sun +1 | | 67-74 |
Win | 100 | 2 h 21 m | Show |
The Aces still have to prove themselves against the better teams in the league. They have dropped four of their last games ATS against teams who are .500 or better. The Sun have cashed 8 of their last 10 tickets coming off a SU loss. |
05-31-21 |
Jazz v. Grizzlies +6 | Top | 120-113 |
Loss | -105 | 10 h 27 m | Show |
The series is far from over. The Grizzlies can still restore the feeling of the 2011 Playoffs that saw the Memphis Grizzlies upset the 1 seeded San Antonio Spurs - but it starts with tonight. This young Memphis Grizzlies squad got to experience the “Grindhouse” playoff atmosphere for the first time. They’ve taken two on the chin and are now on the outside looking in of a competitive playoff series. The game will be decided by whether or not the Memphis Grizzlies can execute the points listed above. The Grizzlies are once again the underdogs with their backs against the wall and if the last two weeks are any indication that’s the situation they love the most. |
05-31-21 |
76ers v. Wizards +9 | | 114-122 |
Win | 100 | 8 h 49 m | Show |
The Wizards shot 39.6 percent from the field and just 20.9 percent from beyond the arc compared to the 76ers 58.6 percent from the field and 51.5 percent from downtown. Neither team did what it usually is counted on to do. The Wizards are better than they were in game three and the Sixers won't shoot 52% from beyond the arc. This will be the Wizard's best effort since the first three-quarters of game one. |
05-31-21 |
Nationals +1.5 v. Braves | | 3-5 |
Loss | -120 | 6 h 19 m | Show |
The Washington Nationals have been struggling this season as they are last in the NL East with a 21-27 record. The Nats will be sending right-hander Joe Ross to pitch in this game, he is coming off a no-decision against the Cincinnati Reds as he threw four scoreless innings as he allowed three hits with a walk and four strikeouts. I think we'll see another decent performance today from Ross, but we'll need the short price on the run-line to cash this ticket. |
05-31-21 |
Tigers +1.5 v. Brewers | | 2-3 |
Win | 103 | 4 h 40 m | Show |
After sweeping the New York Yankees, the Detroit Tigers clubhouse moral has to be at a season high. Detroit are huge underdogs today, but baseball is about betting streaks. I'm taking the insurance in this one, but I'm not getting off the Tigers train just yet. |
05-30-21 |
Clippers v. Mavs +3.5 | | 106-81 |
Loss | -102 | 8 h 14 m | Show |
The Dallas Mavericks look to bounce back from their Game 3 collapse to take control of their first-round playoff series on Sunday. Luka Doncic nearly recorded a triple-double, as he had game-highs with 44 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists on Friday night. Maxi Kleber and Jalen Brunson added 14 points apiece in the loss. They shot 44.2% from the floor and 51.3% from three-point range in the game. That'll be good enough to win tonight if they shore up their defense in the paint. |
05-30-21 |
Nets v. Celtics +8 | Top | 141-126 |
Loss | -108 | 6 h 16 m | Show |
I have concerns about Brooklyn defensively and if that's going to be an issue it's tough to lay a big number. The Nets have given up 115.2 points per game in the postseason, and 125 points in game three. I need to see a better effort in game four. |
05-30-21 |
Sun v. Lynx +2.5 | Top | 74-79 |
Win | 100 | 4 h 18 m | Show |
The Sun have failed to cover five straight games against the Lynx, while the Lynx have covered 10 of their last 13 against the Eastern Conference. |
05-30-21 |
Sparks +3 v. Sky | Top | 82-79 |
Win | 100 | 3 h 3 m | Show |
The parks are 15-6 ATS in their last 21 meetings and 9-3 ATS in Chicago. The Sjy have failed to cover 8 straight home games. |
05-30-21 |
Rangers v. Mariners -1.5 | | 2-4 |
Win | 131 | 2 h 17 m | Show |
Texas is averaging 4.09 runs per game. Their .235 batting average is 14th in the league. Their .306 on base percentage is 20th, while their .385 slugging percentage is 18th in the league. This has to be better before I put my money behind the Rangers who are clearly on a major downslide. |
05-30-21 |
Orioles +1.5 v. White Sox | Top | 1-3 |
Loss | -109 | 0 h 29 m | Show |
With Akin getting the start it's worth a shot with the Orioles and the short price. I like when guys who have never started a game get a chance. The Opposition hardly has anything to go on, even though Akin did come out of the pen. This number looks a little light with the Sox leading me to speculate that the bookmakers would rather than the public were on Chicago. |
05-29-21 |
Jazz v. Grizzlies +5.5 | Top | 121-111 |
Loss | -110 | 9 h 46 m | Show |
The Grizzlies scored 43 points in the third quarter which broke a franchise record, on 67% shooting, led by Morant's 13 in the period. Fellow guard Dillon Brooks, who scored 23 points, had a dunk that got the Grizzlies within 121-112 with 7:06 to play in the fourth, but Memphis couldn't stop Utah's three-point barrage. Memphis’ supporting cast was hampered by foul trouble for most of the night. Jonas Valanciunas got his second foul 3:13 into the game, and Brooks got his second a couple of minutes later on a four-point play by Mitchell. Expect the Grizzlies to make some adjustments addressing their physicality in Game 3. |
05-29-21 |
Mercury v. Wings | | 89-85 |
Loss | -112 | 6 h 28 m | Show |
Dallas has been a good bet coming off a loss, in fact, they've covered 9 of 12 in that situation. Phoenix has lost five straight games when coming in wit two days or more rest. |
05-29-21 |
Giants +1.5 v. Dodgers | | 11-6 |
Win | 100 | 7 h 8 m | Show |
The Giants offense is underrated compared to Los Angeles, but we saw last night that the Giants can put up big numbers in theirgame one victory. I think we'll see close to that output again tonight. |
05-29-21 |
Braves -1.5 v. Mets | Top | 2-13 |
Loss | -100 | 7 h 56 m | Show |
Through the years one thing is constant, the Braves are an excellent road favorite and have fared well in New York. On the flip side, New York is just 26-54 as a home dog. The Braves are the better team so lets drop the RL in there for some plus money. |
05-29-21 |
76ers v. Wizards +6.5 | | 132-103 |
Loss | -101 | 7 h 31 m | Show |
I still think there is a fight in the Wizards as the series shifts to DC. The public will predictably be all over the 76ers today but we haven't seen the best out of Washington yet, and with this being a crucial game three, I'm more than happy to take the generous points. |
05-29-21 |
Bucks v. Heat +4.5 | Top | 120-103 |
Loss | -104 | 1 h 5 m | Show |
This is going to be a match-up of perimeter defense. The Heat must rely on their 3-pt shooting to avoid the sweep on their home court. Word is that the Heat are still focused on winning and have not given up. I'll back them one more time here. |
05-28-21 |
Fever +11 v. Aces | Top | 77-113 |
Loss | -109 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
The Aces are cleary the better of these two teams but with it being their first game home after a struggle with Phoenix, I expect the Aces to be sleeping a bit knowing that the next two games against the Fever are winnable. |
05-28-21 |
Lynx +6 v. Storm | | 72-82 |
Loss | -109 | 7 h 20 m | Show |
At long last, Friday’s contest marks the return of versatile All-WNBA talent Napheesa Collier to the Lynx lineup, who was a late arrival to the Twin Cities following her overseas season. |
05-28-21 |
Clippers v. Mavs +2.5 | Top | 118-108 |
Loss | -100 | 8 h 44 m | Show |
This is one series where I don't think the team down 2-0 will step up. This is a team that sent the wrong message to their fans by avoiding the Lakers in the first round and now look disinterested in this series. I'm going to take the Mavericks and the points on their home court. |
05-28-21 |
Nets v. Celtics +8 | | 119-125 |
Win | 100 | 7 h 48 m | Show |
Desperate times for the Celtics in game three. If we're ever going to ee Boston's best effort it's going to be tonight. They may not win but they'll at least stay within the number at home or this series is over. |
05-28-21 |
Knicks v. Hawks -4.5 | | 94-105 |
Win | 100 | 5 h 10 m | Show |
The public will likely eat up the Knicks and the points but we're better than that. Let's not forget that Atlanta is an incredible 23-9 against the number at home this season. My numbers indicate that Atlanta could win this by double digits. |
05-28-21 |
Mystics +7.5 v. Sun | | 81-86 |
Win | 100 | 5 h 34 m | Show |
The Mystics have covered six straight game against teams with a winning record and six of their last seven road games. |
05-27-21 |
Nuggets +4 v. Blazers | Top | 120-115 |
Win | 100 | 8 h 33 m | Show |
Everyone thinks that going home for Portland will give bettors the edge. That's the wrong way to look at this. If you watched game two, Denver allowed Lillard to get his points while holding everyone else to sub-par performances. I'll take Denver in this match-up who can neutralize Lillard's points with Jokic. Denver has the edge after throwing out the two superstars. |
05-27-21 |
Suns v. Lakers -6.5 | | 95-109 |
Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show |
Phoenix’s main concern for game three is the status of Chris Paul’s shoulder. The Suns’ point guard finished with six points and five assists in 23 minutes while dealing with a shoulder injury that happened in Sunday's game one. The 11-time All-Star didn't play in the final minutes when the Suns tried to make a push to tie the game. Paul had some good moments but clearly wasn't at 100 percent |
05-27-21 |
Orioles +1.5 v. White Sox | Top | 1-5 |
Loss | -100 | 7 h 10 m | Show |
We're going to catch the Sox napping in this one. Baltimore is as bad as it gets after another loss Wednesday to the Minnesota Twins. They begin a series with the White Sox who are fresh off series against the Cardinals and Yankees. This is the spot to take the insurance and bet the O's. |
05-27-21 |
Bucks v. Heat +1.5 | Top | 113-84 |
Loss | -107 | 5 h 57 m | Show |
The oddsmakers are giving me points with the team I think will win outright. We crushed the books with the Milwaukee Bucks in game two but we're coming back with the Heat in a must-win spot. |
05-27-21 |
Canadiens +1.5 v. Maple Leafs | | 4-3 |
Win | 100 | 5 h 2 m | Show |
If you dig deeper into the Canadiens you'll realize that they do carry play on most nights while putting a ton of rubber towards opposing goaltenders. Not all of those shits are of quality which has been a major issue for Montreal, but if they can maintain that kind of pressure tonight, in a game they need to win to extend their season, I'm more than happy to take the insurance and ride with the Habs. |
05-27-21 |
Wings v. Dream +1 | Top | 95-101 |
Win | 100 | 5 h 33 m | Show |
Dallas has failed to cover five of their last sevn trips to Atlanta, while the Dream are on a 7-2 ATS streak when playing one days rest dating back to last season. |
05-26-21 |
Grizzlies v. Jazz -9.5 | | 129-141 |
Win | 100 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
The Jazz will try to bounce back with a win on Wednesday, which will give them their eighth win in their last 11 games and even up the series. The good news for Jazz fans is they will have their star back in the lineup, with Donovan Mitchell cleared to return for this game after missing more than a month of action with an ankle injury. |
05-26-21 |
Aces -6 v. Mercury | Top | 85-79 |
Push | 0 | 7 h 18 m | Show |
Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi will miss a minimum of four weeks after suffering a chest injury May 16 against the Connecticut Sun, the team said on Tuesday. Taurasi played in the past two games since the injury before a CT scan revealed a fractured sternum this week, the Mercury added in a release. That's a big loss especially when facing Las Vegas who can't be in a good mood after losing on their home court. |
05-26-21 |
Hawks +2 v. Knicks | Top | 92-101 |
Loss | -107 | 5 h 22 m | Show |
The Atlanta Hawks defense on Sunday in Game 1 forced the Knicks into poor shot selection and resulted in a poor shooting night for New York's leading scorer during the regular season Julius Randle. The public will be all over New York in game two but we're sharper than that. |