Sports Picks & Predictions

20* SHARP PLAY on Wolves +5 -110

Bet the Timberwolves (+5) as a short road dog against the Suns in Tuesday's NBA action. Good time to sell high on Phoenix, who comes in having won and covered in 4 straight. Phoenix just lost big man Deandre Ayton to an injury. While they were able to win without him in their last game at Houston, his absence is going to be felt a lot more against a talented Minnesota team, who has one of the best big men in the game in Rudy Gobert. This is the best defense Phoenix will have faced all season and one that can really get after the 3-point shooters, knowing that they have Gobert to protect the rim. Opponents have only made 30.9% of their 3-point attempts against Minnesota in road games this year. Play the Timberwolves +5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -8 -107

Bet the Nets (+8) as a big home favorite against the Pacers. Brooklyn will be out for revenge, as these two teams played in Brooklyn on Saturday. Indiana was an 11-point dog and won outright 125-116. I still think the Nets should be a double-digit favorite in this matchup. Pacers lived on the 3-pointer in that game. They shot just 42.6% from the field, yet were 23-46 (50%) from behind the 3-point line. Indiana just isn't a good enough team to take a quality opponents best shot an keep it close. Play the Nets -8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets +6 -110

Bet the Rockets (+6) as a decently priced road against the Blazers in Friday's NBA action. Portland is getting way too much respect here with star point guard Damian Lillard sidelined with a calf injury. Keep in mind Portland is also still without one of their big offseason additions in Gary Payton II. Houston is going to be a bottom feeder, but they are playing hard to start the season and are better than their 1-4 record would suggest. Not saying the Rockets will win this game, but I like them to keep it close right to the finish. Play Houston +6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets +2½ -110

Bet the Nets (+2.5) as a short home dog against the Mavs in Thursday's NBA action. It's been a bad start to the 2022-23 season for Brooklyn. The Nets are just 1-3 and fresh off a 99-110 loss at Milwaukee last night. No one is going to give Brooklyn any shot at winning on no rest against a Mavs team that has looked good early on. Thing with Dallas, is despite how good they look, they are just 1-2 SU overall and 0-2 SU on the road. Last time out the Mavs allowed a Pelicans team that was down three starters in Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and Herb Jones to shoot 58% from the field. I like the Nets to get right and show up with a big effort here as a home dog. Play Brooklyn +2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -6 -110

Bet the Jazz (-6) to cover as home favorites against the Rockets in Wednesday's NBA action. Big revenge spot here for Utah, as these two teams just played in Houston on Monday, which the Rockets were able to prevail 114-108 for their first win of the season. It was also Utah's first loss of the season as they came in 3-0. The big thing to note with that outcome, is the Jazz were in an awful scheduling spot, playing on no rest after a grueling 122-121 OT win at New Orleans the night before. Look for Utah to win here going away. Play the Jazz -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bulls -7½ -105

Bet the Bulls (-7.5) to cover the number as a decently priced home favorite against the Pacers in Wednesday's NBA action. Easy play on Chicago at home against a bad Indiana team. The Pacers are 1-3 with their only win coming at home against a struggling Pistons team. Indiana just isn't playing good enough defensively to compete with a team like the Bulls on the road. The Pacers have allowed at least 114 points in each of their first 4 games, are giving up 121.5 ppg on the season and rank 28th in the league in defensive efficiency. Play the Bulls -7.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Magic +8½ -115

Bet the Magic (+8.5) to cover as a decently priced dog on the road against the Cavaliers in Wednesday's NBA action. Good spot to buy low on Orlando, who comes into this game winless at 0-4. Magic have been more competitive than their record would suggest, as they are only losing by 8.3 ppg. Orlando should be highly motivated to get that first win of the season, while the Cavs could be looking ahead to Friday's big showdown at Boston after back-to-back double-digit wins over the Bulls and Wizards. Look for the Magic to keep this closer than expected. Play Orlando +8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wizards -5½ -105

Bet the Wizards (-5.5) to cover as home favorite against the Pistons in Tuesday's NBA action. Washington is a lot better than they get credit for. The Wizards are an OT loss at Cleveland from being 3-0. Detroit is 1-2 with their only win coming at home against the Magic by 4-points. Their two losses were by 24 at New York and by 9 at Indiana. Pistons have been awful offensively, ranking 25th in offensive efficiency. Washington has held each of their first 3 opponents under 43% shooting from the field and are currently 9th in the league in defensive efficiency. Play the Wizards -5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets -4 -110

Bet the Nuggets (-4) as a short road favorite against the Blazers in Monday's NBA action. This is way too good a price to pass up on Denver, especially with Portland playing on no rest after yesterday's hard fought 106-104 win over the Lakers. All 5 starters played 30+ mins for the Blazers and they used a mere 9-man rotation. Denver had that shocking loss at Utah to open the season, but have won each of their last two, including that 128-123 upset win over the Warriors on Friday. Play the Nuggets -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -4½ -110

Bet the Celtics (-4.5) on the road against the Bulls in Monday's NBA action. This is just too good a price to pass up with Boston. Chicago had that impressive road win over the Heat to open the season, but have since lost at Washington and at home by 32 to the Cavs. Bulls have shot just 42.2% from the field in their first 3 games, while allowing their opponents to shoot 51.4%. That's a recipe for disaster against this Celtics team. Boston has the most efficient offense in the NBA early on. I just don't see this version of the Bulls being able to keep this close. Play the Celtics -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Warriors -8½ -110

Bet the Warriors (-8.5) as a big home favorite against the Kings in Sunday's NBA action. Great spot here to jump on Golden State, as we should get a big time effort from the Warriors coming off their upset loss at home to the Nuggets on Friday. This is also a good spot to fade the Kings, who will be playing in the 2nd of a back-to-back after a hard fought 109-111 loss at home to the Clippers yesterday. Play the Warriors -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hornets +6½ -115

Bet the Hornets (+6.5) as a decently priced home dog against the Pelicans. Everyone is going to be looking to bet New Orleans after how good they looked in their blowout win at Brooklyn to open the season. No one is going to want anything to do with Charlotte, especially with LeMelo Ball out. I just don't see New Orleans being locked in after how easy it was in their win over the Nets. Look for Charlotte to hang around on their home court and maybe even win this game outright. Play the Hornets +6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers -3½ -105

Bet the 76ers (-3.5) at home against the Bucks in Thursday's NBA action. I like Philly to bounce back from Tuesday's ugly 2nd half against the Celtics. The 76ers to me are still one of the better teams in the East. I have to give them the edge at home against a Bucks team that is starting the year without Khris Middleton. I also think having played a game already gives Philly a bit of an edge in this one. The trio of Embiid, Harden and Maxey will be too much for Milwaukee to overcome. Play the 76ers -3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Spurs +1½ -105

Bet the Spurs (+1.5) as a short home dog against the Hornets in Wednesday's NBA action. Perception is that San Antonio is tanking for the No. 1 pick. They might lack talent, but you have to believe they are going to compete to the best of their ability under Popovich. Charlotte will be without their best player in this game in LaMelo Ball. Preseason can't be taken to seriously, though it is worth noting that Charlotte didn't win a game (0-5). The offense was putrid in those 5 games, scoring just 98.8 ppg. Play the Spurs +1.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Knicks +6½ -115

Bet the Knicks (+6.5) as a road dog against the Grizzlies in Wednesday's NBA action. The books are begging you to lay the points with Memphis in this one. The Grizzlies were one of the biggest surprises of the the 2021-22 season. The Knicks were one of the biggest disappointments. No one will give New York much of a shot in this game. Keep in mind this game is being nationally televised on ESPN, which means it's going to be heavily bet. The books aren't stupid. There is reason to think the Knicks could revert back to the team from a couple of years ago. I like the addition of Brunson. Other big thing here is Memphis is starting the season without one of their best players in Jaren Jackson Jr. Play the Knicks +6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks -9 -110

Bet the Hawks (-9) as a big home favorite against the Rockets. I got no problem laying the big number with Atlanta in their season opener. The Hawks had a disappointing season last year. Everyone was high on this team after their run to the Eastern Conference Finals the year before. Atlanta ended up finishing with the 8th best record in the East last year. They advanced out of the play-in portion, but would lose in 5 games in the 1st round to the Heat. I believe it has them coming into this season undervalued, as they made a monster splash by adding Dejounte Murray from the Spurs. The backcourt of Murray and Trae Young could prove to be lethal. Those two should have their way against a bad Rockets team and easily win this game by double-digits. Play the Hawks -9! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers vs Warriors under 227½ -110

Bet the UNDER (227.5) in Tuesday's Opening Night action in the NBA between the Lakers and Warriors. I think there's some big time value with the UNDER. Most are going to expect points in this one. Golden State can light up the scoreboard with the best of them. Lakers were an awful defensive team last year and offensively should be better with a healthy LeBron and AD. People overlook how good the Warriors have been defensively. The Lakers may have their dynamic duo, but the rest of the rotation leaves a lot to be desired offensively. I also think that LA is going to be a much improved defensive team. I also think LA is going to try and keep this from being a game played in transition. Play the UNDER 227.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cavs -1 -110

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20* SHARP PLAY on Magic vs Mavs under 206½ -110

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15* SHARP PLAY on Raanana Maccabi vs Blazers under 205 -110

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20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +7½ -110

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20* SHARP PLAY on Wolves vs Heat under 213½ -110

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20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers vs Clippers under 217½ -110

*All NBA Preseason picks are generated using advanced statistics and scoring models*

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics vs Heat under 196 -110

The UNDER (196) is worth a look in Sunday's Game 7 between the Celtics and Heat. UNDER is always a strong play in Game 7 of a series. These two had gone UNDER the total in both Game 4 and Game 5, before both teams shot the ball well and got some huge performances from their stars in Game 6. I don't see Jimmy Butler going for close to 50 again and I expect Miami's defense to be better at home. Play the UNDER 196! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat vs Celtics under 201½ -110

The UNDER (201.5) is worth a look in Friday's Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and Celtics. I feel like this total would be too much if these two teams were playing a Game 6 with fully healthy rosters. It's going to take a really really good shooting night for either of these teams to crack 100 points. A lot of that is because Miami has no choice but to try and slow up the game with their limitations offensively. Play the UNDER 201.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs +7½ -115

The Mavs (+7.5) are worth a look as a big road dog in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Dallas avided elimination with a 119-109 win at home in Game 4. A game that wasn't anywhere as close as the final score would indicate. That's now 2 times in 3 games the Mavs have built up a 20+ pt lead against the Warriors. Had they not blew that big lead in Game 2 at Golden State, people would view this series a lot differently. They also could have easily won Game 3 at home if they knock down a few more shots from deep (shot 13 of 45). Warriors might be the better team and will likely win this series, but I don't see the Mavs going down without a fight. Play Dallas +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -6½ -110

The Celtics (-6.5) are worth a look as a home favorite in Game 4 against the Heat. These two teams have alternated wins in the series and my money is on Boston to bounce back from an ugly loss at home in Game 3. Celtics more than anything beat themselves in Game 3, as they turned it over 23 times. It didn't help that Jason Tatum played about as poorly as he could, scoring just 10 points on 3 of 14 shooting. Look for Boston to be much more sharp with the basketball and for Tatum to return to form in Game 4. Also helps the Heat are potentially playing this game without two of their best players in Butler and Herro. Play the Celtics -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks vs Celtics under 208½ -110

The UNDER (208.5) is worth a look in Sunday's Game 7 between the Celtics and Bucks. Game 7s are historically low-scoring and should be. These two teams have played 6 games against each other. They know what each other are trying to do offensively and how they can best stop it. 4 of the 6 games in the series have gone UNDER, including Game 5, which saw just 203 points with both Tatum and Antetokounmpo going for 40+ points. Play the UNDER 208.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mavs +2 -110

The Mavs (+2) are worth a look as a slim home dog against the Suns in Game 6. The home team has won and covered all 5 games so far in the series. It's no surprise that Dallas is a different team at home compared to on the road, as they got a roster full of role players alongside Doncic. When those guys contribute, the Mavs are a scary team. I feel really good about Dallas sending this thing back to Phoenix for a Game 7. Give me the Mavs +2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +3 -105

The Grizzlies (+3) are worth a look as a slim home dog in Game 5 of their Western Conference Semifinal matchup with the Warriors. Memphis isn't getting much love with Morant not expected to return anytime soon, but this is a team that has played extremely well this season when Morant has been sidelined. They really should have won Game 4 on the road without him. I see no reason they can't win here at home and avoid elimination. Play Memphis +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns -5½ -115

The Suns (-5.5) are worth a look as home favorite in Game 5 of their Western Conference Semifinal matchup. Mavs surprised a lot of people by evening up this series, as the Suns looked like they might sweep after winning Game 1 121-114 and Game 2 129-109. It was just a different story for the "others" on Dallas at home. After doing next to nothing in Games 1 & 2, it felt like they couldn't miss. It also helped that Chris Paul played about as poorly as he can play in back-to-back games. Phoenix is still the better team and my money is not only on them to win but win here rather convincingly. Play the Suns -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Warriors -8½ -115

The Warriors (-8.5) are worth a look as a big home favorite in Game 4 against the Grizzlies in Monday's NBA action. Golden State is a different animal at home in the playoffs. They just won Game 3 142-112 and are now 4-0 at home in the playoffs having outscored their opponents by 70 points in those 4 games. I just don't think Memphis has a shot without Morant, who is doubtful to play. Morant had a game-high 34 in Game 3 and they still lost by 30. Play the Warriors -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics +3 -110

The Celtics (+3) are worth a look as a small road dog against the Bucks in Saturday's Game 3. Two very different games to start the series. Milwaukee dominated and won Game 1 101-89 and then Boston was in complete control in a 109-86 win in Game 2. I just have a lot more trust in this Celtics team. Bucks are still really good, but I just think not having Middleton hurts them more than people think, especially against a good defensive team like the Celtics. I know home court is huge in the playoffs, but I think there's value with Boston at this price. Play the Celtics +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat -1 -110

The Heat (-1) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the 76ers in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal matchup. Miami dominated Philly in each of the first 2 games on their home floor. 76ers just don't have a shot without Embiid and he's not expected to return for this one. So while teams usually get a boost playing at home, I don't think the number has been adjusted near enough for you do anything but bet the Heat. Play Miami -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers vs Heat over 206½ -110

The OVER (206.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action between the Heat and 76ers. Game 1 finished UNDER the total with the two teams combing for 198 with a total of 208.5. I just think dropping the total 2 points off that game is a bit of an overreaction. Both teams shot a miserable 43% from the field in Game 1 and they almost got to 200 points with Philly only scoring 41 in the 2nd half. Play the OVER 206.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +2½ -110

The Grizzlies (+2.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Warriors in Game 1 of their 2nd Round matchup. Memphis had a harder time with Minnesota than most expected, which I feel has them way undervalued. Golden State is getting a lot of love, but they should not be a road favorite in this one. Just too much value here with Memphis to pass up. Play the Grizzlies +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers vs Raptors under 208½ -110

The UNDER (208.5) is worth a look in Game 6 between the Raptors and 76ers. These two teams have gone UNDER the total in each of the last 4 games in the series. With Embiid at less than 100%, Harden struggling to get going and Maxey regressing from his hot start, Philadelphia is a shell of what we would expect to see offensively. They managed just 88 points on 38% shooting on their home floor in Game 5. Raptors shot 51.2% from the field in Game 5 and still only scored 103 points. Even with Toronto at home in Game 6, I would expect a worse shooting night from them in this one. Play the UNDER 208.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -10½ -110

The Bucks (-10.5) are worth a look as a double-digit home favorite in Game 5 of their 1st round series against the Bulls. After losing Game 2 at home, Milwaukee has taken complete control of this series. The Bucks won 111-81 in Game 3 at Chicago and then 119-95 in Game 4. I see the Bucks being highly motivated to put this series to rest and I just don't think there's much the Bulls can do to keep that from happening. It's just a bad matchup for the Bulls. Give me the Bucks -10.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks +7½ -110

The Hawks (+7.5) are worth a look as a big road dog against the Heat in Game 5 of their 1st Round series. Good buy low spot on Atlanta after that awful showing at home in Game 4's 86-110 loss. Miami is now in complete cruise control up 3-1 with two of the next 3 at home. Hawks are going to be more desperate team and while they might now win, I like them to keep this one close. Give me the Hawks +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics +2½ -110

The Celtics (+2.5) are worth a look as a road dog against the Nets in Game 4. Everyone just assumes the Nets are going to win because they are the team facing elimination, but the same was said in Game 3 and Boston won that. This is just a nightmare matchup for Brooklyn. Boston's defense has been able to take Durant and Irving completely out of their comfort zone and the Nets just don't have the depth behind their dynamic duo. Play the Celtics +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -2 -110

The Bucks (-2) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Bulls in Game 3 of their 1st Round series in the NBA Playoffs. Chicago was able to win Game 2 on the road to even the series at 1-1 and the big news is that Middleton will be out at least the rest of this series. It's a big loss, but not one that I think will keep them from winning this series. If anything, I think he has created value on Milwaukee in Game 3. Play the Bucks -2!

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -6½ -105

The Jazz (-6.5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Mavs in Game 3 of their 1st Round matchup on Thursday. There's a chance Luka returns for this game after missing the first two of the series. I think it's more likely they play it safe and he doesn't play. However, even if he does, there's probably going to be a minutes restriction. I also think Utah is just a different animal at home. Largely because they get a little more out of their offense to go with that stingy defense. I don't think this one is going to be close. Play the Jazz -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks +7½ -105

The Hawks (+7.5) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog in Game 2 of their 1st Round matchup with the Heat. Miami cruised to a 115-91 win in Game 1 as a 6.5-point favorite. The big thing you got to keep in mind with that outcome is that was a really tough spot for the Hawks. Atlanta had just played to elimination games in the play-in tournament in a span of just 3 days and had just 1 day off before playing the Heat (had to travel from Cleveland to Miami). I expect a much better showing from the Hawks in Game 2 and not out of the question that they could steal this one. Play Atlanta +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz vs Mavs over 204½ -110

The OVER (204.5) is worth a look in Game 2 of Monday's Western Conference matchup between the Jazz and Mavericks. Game 1 was low scoring with the two teams combining for just 192. I just think we are going to see both of these teams shoot the ball a little better than they did in Game 1, especially from long distance. Utah was just 7 of 22 (31.8%) from deep and the Mavs at home were a mere 9 of 32 (28.1%). Play the OVER 204.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat -5½ -115

The Heat (-5.5) are worth a look as a relatively short home favorite against the Hawks. I just think we are seeing Atlanta get way too much respect in Game 1 of this series. As good as this team looked in their two play-in wins over the Hornets and Cavs, you have to remember they basically just played two Game 7's in a span of 3 days and have had just 1 day off before the start of this series. It will be tough for them to match the intensity of this Miami team, who I don't think gets the respect they deserve. Play the Heat -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wolves vs Grizzlies under 237 -103

The UNDER (237) is worth a look in Game 1 between the Grizzlies and Wolves in Saturday's NBA Playoff action. This is being priced like a regular-season game and it shouldn't. The intensity goes way up on defense in the playoffs. We saw that in the play-in games. All 6 games went UNDER the total. Minnesota only combined for 213 with a total of 231 in their play-in game with the Clippers. Just too much value here to pass up. Play the UNDER 237! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cavs +3½ -115

The Cavs (+3.5) are worth a look as a small home dog against the Hawks in Friday's NBA action. I don't think Cleveland should be getting points in this one. Hawks looked great in their games against the Hornets, while Cleveland was overmatched in a loss to Brooklyn. That's a Nets team that doesn't belong in the play-in. This is a very good Cavs team. They should get a big boost playing at home and could get back big man Jarrett Allen. Play the Cavs +3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pelicans -5 -115

The Pelicans (-5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Spurs in Wednesday's winner take all Play-In action. San Antonio deserves some props for finishing in the Top 10, but the only reason they made it in is because of the Lakers collapse down the stretch. I just don't think the Spurs are any good. I also think people are sleeping a little on this Pelicans team. They were a much better team after trading for McCullom and I could easily see them winning this and then beating the Clippers on Friday for the No. 8 seed. Play the Pelicans -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cavs -8½ -110

The Cavs (-8.5) are worth a look as a near double-digit home favorite against the Bucks in Sunday's NBA action. Milwaukee would prefer to not even play this game and many of their starters won't take the court. Antetokounmpo, Hill, Lopez, Middleton, Portis and Allen are all expected to sit this one out. Cleveland on the other hand is going to play their guys in the finale, as they are fighting for positioning in the play-in portion of the postseason. Right now the Cavs are tied with the Nets at No.7, but are just 1-game up on No. 9 Atlanta and No. 10 Charlotte. Winning this game and staying in at least the No. 8 spot is a big deal. Play the Cavs -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -7½ -110

The Lakers (-7.5) are worth a look as a decently priced home favorite against the Thunder in Friday's NBA action. Most are going to think there's no way a LA team that just got knocked out of the playoff race should be laying this kind of number against anybody. What they ignore is the fact that OKC clearly wants nothing to do with winning games either down the stretch. While the stars might not play for the Lakers, I think the "other" guys play well for LA in their final home game of the season. Play the Lakers -7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies +4 -105

The Grizzlies (+4) are worth a look as a short road dog against the Nuggets in Thursday's NBA action. It doesn't matter who suits up for Memphis, they are going to come out and play hard. Ja Morant is great, but this a very deep and talented roster. No way should they be getting this many points. Denver's 2-games up on Minnesota with 2 to play, needing just one more win or one more Wolves loss to avoid the play-in. Play the Grizzlies +4! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Clippers +2½ -110

The Clippers (+2.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Suns in Wednesday's NBA action. LA has won 3 of 4 since Paul George returned with the only loss coming into OT at Chicago (should have won in regulation). Down to just 3 games left for Phoenix. With the No. 1 seed locked up. There's no incentive for them right now. Only thing that matters is going into the playoffs as healthy as possible. You could argue the same thing for the Clippers, but they need to keep playing well and find that chemistry with George before the playoffs start. Play the CLippers +2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Suns vs Clippers under 229½ -110

The UNDER (229.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action between the Clippers and Suns. LA has won 3 of 4 since Paul George returned with the only loss coming into OT at Chicago (should have won in regulation). Down to just 3 games left for Phoenix. With the No. 1 seed locked up. There's no incentive for them right now. Only thing that matters is going into the playoffs as healthy as possible. Look for their offensive numbers to dwindle as they start cutting more minutes. Backups are going to give effort on defense as they try to earn playing time in the playoffs. Total is way too high. Play the UNDER 229.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors -2½ -110

The Raptors (-2.5) are worth a look as a short home favorite against the Heat in Sunday's NBA action. Miami does need to keep winning to maintain their lead for the No. 1 seed in the East, but it's every bit as important to the Raptors. Toronto still has work to do to stay in the Top 6 and avoid the play-in games. This is also a Raptors team that has been playing great. Toronto is 10-3 ATS over their last 13 games. Miami is also in a bad spot, playing on no rest and their 3rd road game in 4 days. Play the Raptors -2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +3½ -110

The Lakers (+3.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Nuggets in Sunday's NBA action. As bad as it's been for LA down the stretch, I don't think they should be a home dog with a good chance that AD and LeBron play. Both are listed as questionable, but this really is a game the Lakers MUST WIN if they want to make the play-in games and have any shot of getting to the actual playoffs. Play LA +3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Mavs +6 -110

The Mavs (+6) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog against the Bucks in Sunday's NBA action. This is a game I see Dallas being really motivated to play. What better way to see where you stand going into the postseason than a road game against the defending champs. Not saying the the Bucks will lay down here. I just think there's a ton of value at this number on Dallas. Play the Mavs +6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nets -1 -110

The Nets (-1) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Hawks in Saturday's NBA action. Brooklyn, Atlanta and Charlotte are all tied for the No. 7 seed in the East. Ton of incentive to be the No. 7 and avoid having to play an elimination game in the No. 9/No. 10 matchup (loser of No. 7 vs No. 8 gets to play winner of 9/10 for the No. 8 seed). Just don't see Durant/Irving letting the Nets lose in this spot. Play Brooklyn -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Villanova +4½ -110

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15* SHARP PLAY on Wolves +4½ -110

The Timberwolves (+4.5) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog against the Nuggets. Minnesota should be the more desperate team here, as this is a must-win for them if they want any shot at getting into the Top 6 and avoiding having to play in the play-in games. Denver has won 3 straight after losing 5 of 8, but the 3 wins have come against the likes of the Thunder, Hornets and Pacers. Play the Timberwolves +4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets +2½ -110

The Rockets (+2.5) are worth a look as a short home dog against the Kings. Love the revenge angle for Houston in this one. These two teams just played each other in Houston on Wednesday. Sacramento won that 121-118, so it's not like Houston didn't put up a fight. Rockets still managed to push on the spread, making them 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8 games. Play Houston +2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Hawks -4½ -110

The Hawks (-4.5) are worth a look as a home favorite against the Cavs in Thursday's NBA action. Atlanta is coming off an easy 136-118 win at OKC and with a win tonight can finally clinch a spot in the play-in. They can still also move up, as they are just 1-game back of the Nets for the No. 8 spot. Cleveland has lost 4 of 5 and failed to cover 6 straight. Cavs are without their two big men in Mobley and Allen. Play the Hawks -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +11 -110

The Pistons (+11) are worth a look as a double-digit home dog against the 76ers in Thursday's NBA action. Detroit has been one of the most undervalued teams in the league the last couple of months. Going back to Feb. 16 the Pistons are 16-3 ATS. They have also covered 6 straight as a 10-point dog or more. Philly is just 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14, as they continue to be overpriced since the Harden trade. Play the Pistons +11! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Xavier +4 -110

*All CBB picks are generated using advanced statistics and scoring models*

20* SHARP PLAY on Grizzlies -5½ -110

The Grizzlies (-5.5) are worth a look as a road favorite against the Spurs in Wednesday's NBA action. Memphis may be without Ja Morant and playing on no rest, but that doesn't mean they are going to lay down. The books have undervalued this Grizzlies team all season and here we are at the end of March and they have covered 5 straight. Just because the game means more to the Spurs, doesn't mean they are going to cover. Play Memphis -5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Kings -1½ -110

The Kings  (-1.5) are worth a look as a slim road favorite against the Rockets in Wednesday's NBA action. This just feels like too good a price to pass up on Sacramento. Kings are 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games and the only 3 games they haven't covered have come against elite teams in the Celtics, Suns and Heat. Houston has covered 3 straight and won 3 of 5, but their wins have come against the Wizards and Blazers (twice). Play the Kings -1.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons vs Nets over 229½ -110

The OVER (229.5) is worth a look in Tuesday's NBA action between the Nets and Pistons. I look for Brooklyn to come out and put on a show offensively. You got a Nets team that is going to be motivated to play well coming off an ugly home loss to the Hornets. Pistons won't be able to stop Brooklyn's offense, but I do think they can score on them, even without Grant. Nets probably aren't going to be all that invested defensively given the gap in talent between these two teams and the fact that they got the Bucks on deck. Play the OVER 229.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on South Alabama -2½ -110

*All CBB picks are generated using advanced statistics and scoring models*