Sports Picks & Predictions

Washington vs. Milwaukee Over 230

Defense expects to be a struggle when these two teams meet on Wednesday night.

Washington is one of the worst in the NBA on the defensive side. They were torched by the Hawks on Monday and are giving up 118 points per game on the road this season. They are easily beat in transition and constantly give up the open shot. 

Milwaukee's offense will have a field day here, as they play with such a fast pace. Expect this one to be very back and forth, as the Bucks know they have plenty of advantages here on the offensive end.

Some trends to note. Over is 11-5-2 in Bucks last 18 home games following a road trip of 7 or more days. Over is 4-0 in Wizards last 4 games playing on 1 days rest.

Expect a high scoring affair here. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Indiana vs. New Orleans Over 217.5

Expect plenty of pace and scoring here when these two teams meet on Monday.

With the news of Anthony Davis wanting out, the Pelicans certainly moved on quicker than expected. This team is built with a combo of vets still, as well as some youth, which has really made them a team that likes to get out and run.

Expect them to do just that here, as they should turn the tempo up a lot in this matchup. 

Indiana has seen the effects without Oladipo, but they have adapted to a much different style. Look for them to continue to turn the pressure and intensity up offensively, as they really are trying to get out in transition. 

Some trends to note. Over is 8-3 in Pacers last 11 road games, and is 8-3 in Pacers last 11 games following a straight up win. The over is also 8-2 in Pelicans last 10 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA ATS Play

Brooklyn vs. Boston Over 222

Expect plenty of pace here when these two teams meet on Monday.

Brooklyn has been amongst the biggest surprises in the NBA, as they have become one of the hottest teams in the league. They have found their groove on the offensive end, as they really have done well getting out and running in transition.

They had tons of value to this Over as we should see Brooklyn really push the tempo in this one.

As for Boston, look for them to match that. They come in off a tough loss to the Warriors on Saturday, which will have them looking to bounce back in a big way. Expect them to get out of the gates early in this one.

Some trends to note. Over is 6-1 in Nets last 7 road games. Over is 13-4 in Celtics last 17 games playing on 1 days rest. Over is 20-9 in Celtics last 29 after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game.

Expect a back and forth game.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA O/U Play

Golden State vs. Washington Over 235

Expect a frantic pace here when these two teams meet on Thursday night. 

Golden State has been nearly unstoppable since the return of Cousins to this lineup. The Warriors offensive production has picked up from an already ridiculous pace. 

Averaging nearly 120 points per game, they take on one of the worst defenses in the NBA in Washington. 

The Wizards know they have to bump things up here on their pace of play, which is certainly beneficial to the Over here. 

Some trends to note. Over is 13-3 in Warriors last 16 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Over is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Washington.

Expect plenty of points in this one.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Los Angeles vs. Oklahoma City Over 226

The Lakers and Thunder battle on Thursday night and this Over has nice value to work with. 

The Thunder defensively are just an absolute wreck. They conceded 142 points to the Hawks on Tuesday as they saw Atlanta put up a pair of 45 point quarters. 

This young Lakers team likes to play quick and really get up and down the floor in a similar way, which should cause a lot of issues for Oklahoma City.

Meanwhile, there is no lack of offensive production from OKC. They are putting up 114 points per home game and have so many weapons that can hurt opposing teams.

Some trends to note. Over is 6-1 in Thunder last 7 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. Over is 6-1-1 in Lakers last 8 Thursday games.

Expect plenty of action here.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. Denver Under

The Rockets and Denver are in a nice Under spot here. 

The Rockets have gone under in 4 of their last 5 games. Houston is a team that likes to slow the game down at times and really force the opposition into an uncomfortable pace. 

Houston actually ranks in the bottom 5 in the NBA in pace per game.

Denver is right there with them in the bottom 5 and they actually sit in the bottom tier in points against as well. 

The pressure both teams provide on the defensive end has forced teams to adjust their style mid-game, which has caused for a lot of offensive issues. 

Some trends to note. Under is 4-1 in Nuggets last 5 vs. NBA Southwest. Under is 27-11 in Rockets last 38 games playing on 1 days rest.

Expect a tightly contested game.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Milwaukee vs. Golden State Over 

The Bucks and Warriors battle it out on Thursday night and this Over has tremendous value.

Both of these teams have been on fire here in the early going. 

We all know what kind of weapons you get from both sides as they feature some of the best shooters in the game as well as finishers at the rim. 

The pace is going to be the key here. These two teams love to get up and down the floor and will fire from anywhere on the court. It's shown here in the early part of the season as Milwaukee has averaged 120 points per game, while the Warriors sit at 123.5. 

Given the high intensity of the matchup here too, we will see the effort level rise too. This has the potential to be a Finals matchup, as the Bucks are showing the league why they are a team to beat here in 2018. 

Some trends to note. Over is 8-2 in Warriors last 10 Thursday games. Over is 27-7 in Bucks last 34 overall.

Expect a fast-paced, back and forth game here.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Orlando vs. Milwaukee Over 222

We're playing the Over here on Saturday as the Magic and Bucks are two teams who can score quickly. 

Orlando comes into this one a young team, who is very aggressive. We saw them give Boston everything they could handle and more already this season as they've simply been in attack mode. That obviously plays well for this Over, especially given the pace Milwaukee runs at.

This Bucks team may be one of the best in the NBA. 4-0 on the year, Milwaukee has some of the most threatening players in the league. Averaging nearly 120 points per game as a team, Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to lead the way for this team in almost every category. 

Some trends to note. Over is 12-3 in Magic last 15 Saturday games. Over is 24-4 in Bucks last 28 overall.

Expect plenty of offense here.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Golden State Over 214

While the paths for both teams were much different than past seasons, the Cavs and Warriors clash in Game 1 of the NBA Finals once again.

This one has Over written all over it. 

We all know what the Warriors will give us. This team can score and score quickly. With just so many weapons on their side, the Warriors can hit from anywhere on the floor. With their ability to score in bursts, Golden State can push any total Over. 

Cleveland knows what they have to do. Look for them to try and pick up the pace here, as they simply have to find a way to score in bunches to stay within this one. Lebron James is a man on a mission right now and we've seen his supporting cast get hot at times.

Some trends to note. Over is 4-0 in Warriors last 4 NBA Championship games. Over is 7-2 in Warriors last 9 Thursday games.

The last 4 Finals games between the two teams have gone Over. Expect the plenty of points here.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 10* NBA O/U Play

Golden State vs. Houston Under 208.5

Another Game 7 takes place Monday night, as the Warriors and Rockets battle for a spot in the Finals.

We backed the Under in the Eastern Conference Finals on Sunday and it worked out to perfection. We saw both teams struggle from the outset, which is something we should see here.

Both teams here are certainly going to come out tentative. Along with that, we get a nice bonus of both teams beat up 

Obviously, the biggest injury to note here is Chris Paul. The star PG sat out Game 6 with a hamstring injury, one that has lingered for quite some time. The Rockets offense will have its issues without him at 100% as things simply flow a lot worse.

With injuries and players not at 100% on each side, this is a spot here where we will see a lot of chewing the shot clock. Given the situational aspect of it being Game 7 as well here, expect a low scoring game.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs Boston Under

The Cavs and Celtics battle in Game 7 and this Under here has tremendous value. Game 7 brings out the best in everyone, which is why we should see a very grind it out kind of game. Both teams are going to throw everything at it here, especially on the defensive end. Expect both teams to close out on shooters, and just really suffocate the paint, not allowing anything easy.

Along with that, expect this to be close throughout. With that in mind, both teams are going to run a lot of clock late, forcing up shots and chewing up a lot of time for this Under.

Some trends to note. Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Boston. Under is 15-6 in Cavaliers last 21 games following a ATS win.

Expect a very tightly played game here.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA ATS PLAY

Philadelphia vs. Boston Over 204

The 76ers and Celtics battle on Wednesday night and the Over here has value.

This series has been a battle and grind all the way to the finish here through the first 4 games. 

The pace is the biggest key and these two teams have played extremely fast. Both teams like to get up and down the floor, while pushing the issue with shots early in the shot clock. 

Philadelphia in particular likes to play with a lot of aggression. With their season on the line, this team is going to look to get out in transition and force the Celtics to play their style of game on Wednesday.

Some trends to note. Over is 14-3 in Celtics last 17 home games. Over is 14-3 in Celtics last 17 home games.

Expect plenty of back and forth action, as both these teams have shot the ball very well. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 10* NBA O/U TOP PLAY

76ers vs. Celtics Under 206

The Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics are two excellent defensive teams. It has been the offenses that have taken over in the first couple games. I don't think that continues here. Philadelphia's 3 point field goal defense was great all year, and Boston isn't likely to keep shooting the 3 ball at the rate they have so far in the series.

Brett Brown talked about the need for Philly to control the game with their defense recently. When Philadelphia made a great run at the end of the season- they were holding opponents to very low shooting percentages.

Boston had the best defense in the NBA for the year as a whole, and their defense has performed very well on the road. The Celtics are likely to try to slow this game down.

The sharp money has pushed this number down despite the first two games going over the total.

Back the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday NBA 9* O/U Play

New Orleans vs. Golden State Over 226.5 

The Pelicans and Warriors meet in Game 2 and the Over here has value.

We saw in Game 1 that this is going to be a series with the tempo is going to be extremely fast. Both of these teams like to get up and down the floor and attack early in the shot clock. 

With the rust off in Game 1, this is a case where both the Warriors and Pelicans look to turn things up even more. 

In particular, New Orleans knows they have to find a way to score a lot if you want to beat this Golden State team. They just have too many weapons to contain. With that in mind, New Orleans has to attack early in the shot clock helping this Over tremendously. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Golden State. Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings.

Expect plenty of action in this one.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play 

Heat vs. 76ers Under 211.5

The Miami Heat haven't found any success playing at the Philadelphia 76ers tempo in the last few games. I expect them to do their best to try to slow the game down here. Miami isn't built to be playing in 111-109 type games. They are designed to win with defense and winning the turnover battle.

The 76ers defense is one of the best in the NBA. Even though they play very fast, the 76ers have been good at holding opponents to low numbers throughout the year because of their intensity on the defensive end. Their defensive numbers are especially good at home.

Miami should slow down a bit more and get a lot better on defense with Hassan Whiteside playing more minutes. Whiteside was one of the bright spots for the team this past weekend, and he is likely to get quite a few minutes in Game 5 as well.

Back the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Thunder vs. Jazz Under 209

The Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City have both performed better than their regular season averages on offense and worse on defense than their regular season averages in this series.

Oklahoma City is looking to speed up the game when they can, but Utah is great at controlling the pace and making everyone play a halfcourt type game. Utah is good in general at slowing the pace down, but they are great when it comes to slowing things down when playing at home.

There have been a ton of offensive rebounds for both teams in this series. That has led to a lot of the higher scoring games. Both coaches talked about making defensive rebounding a point of emphasis after the last game between these two. The defensive rebounding should improve.

We have a number that is a little too high because of the high scoring games in this series so far.

Back the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* NBA O/U Play

Wizards vs. Raptors Under 215

The Toronto Raptors made more than half of their three point jumpers in game one. That isn't likely to happen again. Toronto has been very inconsistent on offense in the playoffs in recent years, and I still don't trust this backcourt to deliver routinely this time of the year.

Washington will likely look to slow the game down a bit here. Toronto's defense finished the year fifth in defensive efficiency in the NBA. The Raptors are going to key in on Beal and make John Wall make some jumpers. He isn't a good jump shooter, and there is a ton of pressure on Wall in this spot.

This is a spot where the way the first game was played leads to an inflated total. People remember what they just saw and we can get some extra value by being contrarian and going against that.

Back the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Pelicans vs. Suns Over 220

The New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns have pushed the pace as consistently as anyone in the NBA this year. New Orleans hasn't shot the ball very well of late, but that should change when they go up against this awful Suns defense.

Phoenix has plenty of offensive weapons, and they can score in bunches. The Suns are having fun and running the floor as much as ever of late.

New Orleans is able to defend teams who go inside a lot, but the Pelicans perimeter defenders aren't very good at all. The Suns will be looking to shoot from the outside very often, and that should help them have success here.

The Pelicans have to win as the playoff standings in the Western Conference stay tight. They should put on quite the offensive display here.

Both teams score a large number here.

Back the over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Milwaukee vs. Denver Over 224

The Bucks and Nuggets are in a nice spot on the Over here Sunday afternoon. 

These are two offenses that like to get up and down the floor quickly, while both attacking early in the shot clock.

That bodes well for this Over given that aggressive style from both sides.

Along with that, you're going to get two defenses that are amongst the worst in the league. Neither team has shown the ability to get back in transition, as well as close out on opposing shooters. Expect both teams to get plenty of open looks here from almost everywhere on the floor.

Some trends to note. Over is 7-1 in Bucks last 8 games playing on 1 days rest. Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Denver.

Given the situational aspect as well, expect plenty of easy buckets here.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA O/U Play

Hornets vs. Mavericks over 214.5

The Charlotte Hornets showed they are capable of some huge things on the offensive end with their amazing 140-79 shellacking of the Grizzlies in their last contest. They aren't going to score 140 here, but I do think their offense should get going pretty well here against a Mavericks defense that doesn't care right now.

The Mavericks are typically known for solid defense, but this is a team that is looking to tank right now, and that is a recipe for some bad defense. They'll continue to try on offense, but the defensive intensity drops down in a big way.

Charlotte has pushed the tempo much more of late. The Hornets rank in the top five in the league in pace of play in their last 10 contests.

An up and down game where both teams get a lot of easy looks.

Back the over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* NBA O/U Play

Denver vs. Chicago Over 222

Anytime the Nuggets are involved, you can expect a game with crazy pace.

Here, they take on the Bulls, a game where both teams are going to be extremely aggressive with their offensive styles. 

Looking at Denver first, the Nuggets offense is one of the fastest in the NBA. They average 110 points per game and really like to attack early in the shot clock. However, that certainly doesn't always bode well for them on the defensive side of things.

Their pace offensively actually hurts them defensively, as they give up a lot of easy transition buckets the other way. With that in mind, this Bulls offense has the chance to really turn things up themselves here and attack quickly. That will sit well for this Over, as Chicago knows turning up the pace will really help them get some easy looks at the rim.

Some trends to note. Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Chicago. Over is 20-8 in the last 28 meetings.

This has been an Over series. Look for that trend to continue.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Mavericks vs. Pelicans Under 219.5

The Dallas Mavericks offense has taken some big hits of late. Wesley Matthews and Dennis Smith Jr. are both down with injuries right now. The Mavericks aren't a team with a bunch of scoring options, and losing Matthews and Smith is too much for them to overcome offensively.

New Orleans has gotten much better on defense with Okafor getting more time in the frontcourt. He's not a big factor on offense, but he's a great shot blocker and defensive rebounder. The Pelicans still play fast, but they aren't as good offensively and they are much better on defense than they were earlier in the season.

This is a game that matters to the Pelicans. The Western Conference standings are a log jam, and they need this one. Dallas doesn't care here, but they just don't have the offensive firepower to justify this kind of a high total.

Back the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Denver Over 230.5

This total is high, but it is certainly valuable here on Wednesday night. 

The Cavaliers and Nuggets are two teams that play with extreme tempo. We saw that this past weekend in Cleveland, when both teams played a game that featured almost no defense.

What Denver has proven to the league is that this offense can compete with any of the top teams in the NBA. Denver put up 126 points in a win over the Cavaliers, as they can shoot the ball from anywhere on floor. 

Cleveland is very similar in terms of their style, as they show no hesitation when it comes to attacking early in the shot clock.

Some trends to note. Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings. Over is 14-3 in Nuggets last 17 overall.

Grab this Over here. Both teams are going to play in another entertaining one, with plenty of easy and quick looks at the bucket.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Philadelphia vs. Cleveland Over 222

The 76ers and Cavaliers offer two offenses that can really turn things up. 

Both of these teams really like to use tempo and attack early in the shot clock which certainly bodes well here for this total.

Looking at Philadelphia first, this team is proving they can compete with the top teams in the NBA. The 76ers are putting up 108 points per game this season and their young core continues to flourish. What helps this Over out here as well is they are a team that likes to attack offensively, which in turn allows them to get beat in transition. 

On the flip side, Cleveland's new look has brought plenty of revived offense. They are fresh off a huge win over Brooklyn that saw them put up 129 points. 

Some trends to note. Over is 20-7-2 in Cavaliers last 29 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. Over is 4-1 in 76ers last 5 Thursday games.

Expect plenty of scoring here.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Orlando vs. Chicago Over 214.5 

Two teams who should provide a lot of fireworks in this matchup clash on Monday night. 

Looking at the Magic first, they provide a lot of value for a total in this range. The Magic offer one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA heading into this one. On the road this season, they have conceded 111.8 points against, as they haven't had any success in slowing teams down. 

Their offense really allows them to stay in games though. They are putting up 107 points and they have a lot of weapons that can hit from all over the floor. 

As for the Bulls, they have a younger group that plays with a lot of pace. They put up 112 in the most recent matchup of these two teams and defensively, they get beat consistently in transition which certainly bodes well for this Over.

Some trends to note. Over is 5-1 in Bulls last 6 Monday games. Over is 4-0 in Magic last 4 games following a straight up loss.

Expect a lot of back and forth action here.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 10* NBA O/U TOP PLAY

Oklahoma City vs. Golden State Over 230

Two teams who have some of the top players in the NBA meet on Tuesday inside Oracle Arena. 

This one should provide us with plenty of fireworks and entertainment given what both sides have. Some predicted this to be the Conference Finals matchup earlier this season, as the stars like Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant take the floor here.

Both of these teams can produce a lot on the offensive end. The Thunder have started to really turn things up lately on the offensive end. They are attacking much earlier in the shot clock and providing a lot of pressure at the rim. 

Along with that, you know what you'll get out of Golden State. This team averages 116 points per game and they can score rather quickly and in bursts.

Some trends to note. Over is 9-3 in Warriors last 12 vs. Western Conference. Over is 5-1 in Warriors last 6 home games.

Look for plenty of action here.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Charlotte vs. Phoenix Over 218

Two teams who play little defense meet on Sunday, giving this Over a lot of value.

Both defenses have been horrific this season. The Hornets come into this one allowing 106 points per game, as they just continue to struggle to slow anyone down. They allow easy looks in transition and continue to allow the opposition to push the tempo, really putting them on their heels.

Phoenix has been even worse.

The Suns are conceding 112 points per game, one of the worst marks in the league. Things hit an all time low for them, allowing 129 points last time out to a Jazz team that simply doesn’t play with any pace at all. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings.

Given the series history and how both teams play, this Over makes sense.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* NBA O/U Play

Jazz vs. Suns under 212

The Utah Jazz are much better defensively now that Rudy Gobert is healthy again. That changes this team. Utah always prefers to play at a slow tempo, and it is interesting to see that Phoenix has slowed down in a big way in recent weeks. The Suns rank 15th in the NBA in tempo in their last 10 games. Earlier this year, they were the fastest team in the league.

The Jazz offense has been terrible on the road this year. They are coming off an impressive showing against Golden State, but Utah's offense hasn't been great like that consistently this year, and I think this number is too high because of that great offensive showing by Utah in the Golden State win.

Phoenix is taking too many contested jumpers and that isn't likely to work against a Utah defense with length all over the floor.

Back Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday NBA 8* O/U Play

Nuggets vs. Spurs Under 202

The Denver Nuggets offense has been really inconsistent this year. Denver is no longer playing quickly. The Nuggets are in the bottom third of the NBA in pace of play in the last month. The Spurs rank last in the NBA in pace of play in the past month.

San Antonio doesn't have the offensive firepower they have had in past seasons, but this Spurs team still really gets after it on the defensive end. They are first in the NBA in total defense in the past ten games.

The Nuggets are in a strange spot here. Denver fought hard to the finish and almost came back and beat the Celtics last night. A very quick turnaround to play a road game against a high quality defense. I think the Nuggets offense could struggle here, and the Spurs should slow the pace down and keep this under the total.

Back Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* NBA O/U Play

 Lakers vs. Bulls Over 220

The Los Angeles Lakers push the pace as much as anyone in the NBA. Without Lonzo Ball in the lineup, this Lakers team has been playing as fast as ever. Where have they been hurt most? On the defensive end. Ball is a better defender than most realize, and the Lakers defensive ratings have dipped significantly without Lonzo in the lineup.

The Lakers have a budding star in Kyle Kuzma. Kuzma and Brandon Ingram are stepping up and proving to be great scoring options for this young Lakers team.

Chicago's offense has some good balance, and the Bulls like to play to the pace of their opponent. In this case, that is a very quick tempo. The Bulls defense has been in the bottom five in the NBA in the last month. They aren't reliable at all.

An up and down battle here, with this one getting past the total.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Magic vs. Celtics Under 208

The Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics meet in an early Sunday afternoon contest in Boston. This is a spot where both teams should come out a little sloppy. The early Sunday games have trended under in the long run.

Boston's defense has been the best in the NBA for the season, and their defensive numbers are absolutely excellent in the past ten games. Brad Stevens has his team buying in completely on this end of the floor.

Orlando has been slightly better defensively in recent games as they have gotten their better defenders back from injuries.

Kyrie Irving will play here, but he is likely a little less than 100 percent. Boston should be content to grab a lead and slow this one down on Sunday and save up their energy for bigger games coming up.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. Orlando Over 220

The Rockets and Magic clash on Wednesday night and the Over here has a lot of value to play with. 

Both of these teams play with extreme pace, which is going to certainly help this Over out. 

Houston comes into this one averaging 116 points per game, one of the best marks in the NBA. It's not shocking this team scores so much given the shooters they have and their ability to get up and down the floor quickly. 

Not to be too out done, the Magic are putting up 105 points per game and they too are one of those teams who will shoot early in the shot clock. However, they are one of the teams in the NBA who really get burned by their pace. Because of how quickly they play, the Magic are conceding 110 points per game. 

Some trends to note. Over is 9-3-1 in Rockets last 13 overall.

Look for a ton of pace here, as both teams will got back and forth all night. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. Oklahoma City Over 214.5

The Rockets and Thunder offer some of the top stars in the NBA. Here, this one should provide a lot of entertain and give value to the Over. 

The Rockets style of play is one that always helps the Over out. Houston is averaging 115.4 points per game and their ability to get up and down the floor is tremendous. They shoot the 3 ball more than any team in the NBA and typically will get shots up early in the shot clock. 

The Thunder have the talent to compete and while we haven't seen it this year, this offense obviously has the playmakers. Averaging 105.1 points per game at home this year, it's up to the unselfishness to come out in the Big 3 for this team to really start clicking. This is a prime spot for them to step up, as the Rockets defense has a lot of gaps in it.

Some trends to note.  Over is 51-25 in Rockets last 76 vs. NBA Northwest. Over is 4-1 in Thunder last 5 games following a ATS win.

Expect a quick paced game here.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* NBA O/U Play

Washington vs. Boston Over 203.5 

The Wizards and Celtics have a lot of value with this total. 

Both offenses are so quickly paced, this one should be a back and forth affair. 

Looking at Washington first, the Wizards are putting up 105.7 points per game this season. John Wall is back from injury and with all the rust shaken off, he's really sparking this offense. They feed off his energy and really push the issue in transition. 

Boston has put up 105.4 points per home game this season and this offense continues to be one of the best in the NBA behind Kyrie Irving. Averaging 25 points per game, he's the light to the fire for Boston, who has seen a lot of different players step up this season. This is one of the deepest teams in the East, with many different scorers. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings. Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings in Boston.

This number is too low given the offenses here.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 10* NBA O/U TOP PLAY

Cleveland vs. Golden State Under 221.5

The Cavs and Warriors renew their rivalry and the Under here has value to play with. 

These two teams are tabbed as the top offenses in the NBA, but when playing each other, it becomes a scrappy, grind it out kind of game. 

You'll see a lot more effort on the defensive end from both sides, which will certainly add value to this Under. 

Head to head wise this series in Golden State has played to the Under as well. The Under is 7-2-2 in the last 11 meetings in Golden State. The Warriors only concede 102 points per home game and have been able to really use their high intensity pressure to make things tough on opposing shooters. 

Some trends to note. Under is 6-2 in Warriors last 8 overall. Under is 8-3 in Cavaliers last 11 games following a ATS loss.

Given the scrappy play here, this one should be lower scoring.

Back Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA O/U Play

Chicago vs. Charlotte Under 203

Two teams who aren't going to put up flashy numbers meet on Friday with the Under holding some value.

Starting with Chicago, the Bulls come into this one averaging just 95.7 points per game this year. Chicago's struggles come from a lack of any sort of offensive spark, combined with no true scorer. They are in a rebuilding process and have a core that is very slow when it comes to pushing the tempo.

From the Charlotte side of things, they continue to battle injuries. Kemba Walker is not at 100% and now both Frank Kaminsky (ankle) and Cody Zeller (knee) are likely out here. This bodes well for the Under given the lack of scoring for the Hornets.

Some trends to note. Under is 5-2 in Hornets last 7 Friday games. Under is 36-15 in Bulls last 51 games playing on 1 days rest.

Expect a lower scoring affair here.

Back Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. Los Angeles Over 225

The Rockets and Lakers meet on Sunday night and the Over here has value to work with.

These two teams have the potential to put up some big numbers.

It starts with Houston and how they play. The Rockets are not even concerned when it comes to the shot clock. They attack early and hoist up shots from almost anywhere on the court. Houston has put up 114 points per game this season and that number should even go up here considering the Lakers defensive efforts.

Los Angeles can put some points in too. The Lakers are averaging 110 points per home game as this young group likes to play the same style as Houston. They’ll push the issue and really get up and down the floor.

This one has value. Both teams will push the ball and we should see plenty of easy baskets and open looks thanks to the lack of defense from both sides.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA O/U PLAY

Cleveland vs. Charlotte Over 217.5

The Cavaliers have been involved in some ridiculously high scoring affairs this season.

This should be expected be another one given the pace that should unfold here.

The Cavaliers are averaging a 112.5 - 110 score in their games this season, as this team loves to push the ball and really throw shots up early in the shot clock. That obviously bodes well for the Over in many ways. Cleveland's offensive strategy really works well with Overs and it does hurt them on the defensive side. They tend to give up plenty of easy shots at the basket and fail to close out on shooters.

Charlotte has dropped nearly 112 points themselves this season at home this season and they'll receive and offensive boost with Nicolas Batum expected to be back in the lineup.

Some trends to note. Over is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings.

This number makes a lot of sense, given the pace both teams play at.

Back Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Golden State Under 231

Game 5 takes place Monday night and this Under has value to work with. 

The series shifts back to Golden State, where the Warriors look to put the wraps on things and capture the title. The totals have just continued to sky rocket in this series and despite what the Cavs did last game, they certainly aren't likely to shoot to that ability once again. 

This is going to be a much tighter game than the previous ones. Expect a much more grind it out feel to this one, which should result in a much slower pace. 

Some trends to note. Under is 7-1-2 in the last 10 meetings in Golden State. Under is 24-9 in Warriors last 33 games following a ATS loss.

Expect both teams to really work the ball around as this one should be a much slower type of game. This total is just too high.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA O/U Play

Golden State vs. Cleveland Over 226

Game 3 and it's all on the line for Cleveland here. In this spot, the Over has a lot of value.

We backed the Over in Game 2 and it worked out perfectly with the pace of play. That is going to be the case here and we should even see Cleveland play with a bit more steam and confidence because of the home court advantage.

Looking at Golden State, there has just been no slowing them down. The Warriors have dominated these first two games on the offensive end, running up and down the floor and getting easy bucket after easy bucket. There is no reason they can't continue that here on the road. 

From the Cleveland side of things, they do play extremely well at home and are going to have to find a way to get to the rim themselves. Look for the bench to really pick the scoring up here, as they have to see production from the likes of Korver, Frye, and Shumpert offensively if they want any hope here.

Some trends to note. Over is 12-5 in Warriors last 17 games playing on 2 days rest. Over is 16-7 in Cavaliers last 23 overall.

This is a beautiful spot for the Over. With the way this series has gone, the pace is just so fast. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Cavaliers vs. Warriors Over 220.5

Game 2 of the NBA Finals and this Over is a nice spot here. 

The Warriors had their way in Game 1 with almost everything on the offensive end. The Cavaliers just can't keep up defensively and that should be the case here. 

However, where the value comes in is from the Cavaliers offense. They struggled to get things going in the middle portion of game 1, which killed the Over. Here though, they will certainly adjust the game play. They will certainly attack the basket more and look to create more room for their shooters on the outside. 

Some trends to note. Over is 11-5 in Warriors last 16 games playing on 2 days rest. Over is 15-7 in Cavaliers last 22 overall.

The tempo is going to be high with a lot of back and forth action. This will be much closer than Game 1, which will help the cause out as well.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Golden State Over 225.5

No shocker here, the Cavaliers and Warriors cruised through the playoffs and will now battle for the third straight time in the Finals. The Over here has some value to work with in Game 1. 

This year, both teams are vastly improved from the previous two years, especially on the offensive end. 

Both of these teams have added offensive weapons that can completely change the dynamic of the game. On top of all that, there are plenty of superstars on both sides. These two offenses are two of the tops in the league easily. 

Cleveland has averaged nearly 112 points per game overall this season and in the postseason that number has been easy for them to go above and beyond. The Warriors have been the same, surpassing their 116 point overall average on spots this postseason. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-0 in Warriors last 5 games following a straight up win. Over is 29-14-1 in Cavaliers last 44 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game.

This is a nice spot for both offenses to go back and forth and see a lot of points. 

Back the Over. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Boston Under 216

The Cavaliers and Celtics battle in Game 5 and the Under here has value. 

What Boston has learned is they simply cannot get into a track meet with this Cleveland team. 

With that in mind, they have to take the air out of the ball here to have any chance. Working it around offensively and running that clock down on them is the recipe to success. 

Expect them to try and frustrate Cleveland here, especially early on. After seeing what unfolded in the 2nd half of Game 4, Boston will focus more on closing out the paint and not allowing anything easy in there for the Cavaliers. 

Some trends to note. Under is 7-1 in the last 8 meetings in Boston. Under is 9-3 in Cavaliers last 12 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600.

Expect a very slow paced game here, which certainly values the Under.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* NBA O/U Play

Boston vs. Cleveland Over 215

After the Celtics pulled off one of the biggest upsets in postseason history as 17 point underdogs, Game 4 has major implications on it this Tuesday. 

Expect the Cavaliers to come out with some fire underneath them in this one, which really plays well into this Over. Along with that, Boston is playing with a lot of confidence now, knowing they can keep up with this Cleveland team. 

This Over also grabs more value given how the Celtics have really picked up the pace. Knowing how good this Cleveland offense is, the Celtics turned into a run and gun style in Game 3 and will certainly use the same tactics here in Game 4.

Some trends to note. Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings in Cleveland. Over is 8-2 in Cavaliers last 10 Tuesday games.

Look for a very quick tempo game as Cleveland will come out firing, with Boston knowing they have to match that intensity.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Boston Over 219.5

The Cavs and Celtics play in Game 2 and the Over here has a lot of value.

We saw Cleveland do everything they wanted and more in Game 1, but here, expect Boston to be in similar fashion. 

The Celtics are playing with a chip on their shoulder after being embarrassed on their home floor. They did have plenty of open shots they simply missed, but here in Game 2, they're going to be much more aggressive on the offensive end. 

As for Cleveland, they're going to come in with the same offensive mentality. Attack the basket and kick it out for the open 3 if it's there. This is going to be a much closer game with both teams really looking to get up and down the floor quick.

Some trends to note. Over is 12-3-1 in Celtics last 16 home games. Over is 35-15-1 in Cavaliers last 51 vs. Eastern Conference.

This is a nice spot for a lot of points. Expect pace to be extreme here, as both teams will try to turn possessions into transition buckets.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* NBA O/U Play

San Antonio vs. Golden State Over 209

Game 1 was quite the show and here we're going to get a fired up Spurs team, which should help them offensively.

Before blowing a 20 point plus lead, the Spurs believed the injury to Leonard was intentional. Now, they'll be without him, but that doesn't necessarily mean they're done fighting.

We saw what they did offensively in Game 6 in Houston without him and this should be another case here where the fight is over the top from them.

Golden State wise, it's no secret what they do offensively. They're so talented and showed they can score in quick bursts and bunches, which plays well into this Over.

Some trends to note. Over is 10-4 in Warriors last 14 games following a straight up win. Over is 12-5 in Spurs last 17 vs. NBA Pacific.

Don't sleep on the Spurs here. They're going to contribute to this Over in a huge way, which makes it extremely valuable.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Washington vs. Boston Over 209.5

Game 7 in the Eastern Conference features the Washington Wizards and Boston Celtics Monday night. Here, the Over has value. 

This has been a series where little defense has been played from both sides. 

Combine that with the frantic pace both work with and this is actually a nice number on the total to play this Over. 

Both teams depth also plays a huge role. While they do have their stars that can light it up, both teams boast a phenomenal bench that can really turn it up even more when it comes to giving those starters resting time. 

Some trends to note. Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Boston. Over is 8-2 in Celtics last 10 vs. NBA Southeast.

This is a solid Over move here. Both teams are going to really push the tempo and we should see a game that goes back and forth, down to the wire.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* NBA O/U Play

Jazz vs. Warriors Under 208

The Golden State Warriors and Utah Jazz met three times in the regular season. All three of those games stayed under this posted total. That's important because in general playoff games are lower scoring than regular season contests, because they are so much more important.

The Jazz know they can't get into a track meet with the Warriors. Utah is going to play slowly when they have the ball here. The Warriors defense is also much better than many people realize. It is their offense that gets all the publicity, but the Warriors became a great team when they started playing excellent defense.

Utah scored 99, 74, and 105 points in the three games against Golden State this year. The Jazz offense doesn't have a whole lot of secondary options behind Gordon Hayward. The Golden State offense could be a little rusty after a long break since they swept Portland 4-0 in the first round of the playoffs.

The under is 5-0-1 in the last 6 meetings between these two teams.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Utah vs. Los Angeles Under 191

It's Game 7 and both these teams are not only hurting, but it's going to be a grind it out kind of game. 

The Clippers managed to steal Game 6 from the Jazz, in Utah, to force things here on Sunday. 

With this being Game 7, things are going to be very timid on both sides. Neither team is going to want to make that big mistake and slowing things down will be crucial in doing that. 

With Blake Griffin out, along with the Jazz having guys not even close to 100%, this should be a struggle offensively for both teams. 

Some trends to note. Under is 17-5-1 in Clippers last 23 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings in Los Angeles.

This is a nice spot for the Under. Both teams will slow the tempo down and with this being a Game 7, nerves will play a giant role.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA O/U Play

Raptors vs. Bucks Under 195
 
The Bucks shot the ball 50% from the floor last game and were still walloped. The Raptors nearly shot 60% from the floor in Game 5. I don't expect that to happen in Game 6.

These two teams have played 3 very low scoring games in this 5 game series. Now, we go to a possible series ending game where the team at home is playing to stay alive. I think this slows the pace down and brings us improved defense. When guys are playing for their season, it usually means improved defensive effort.

The fact that last game was so high scoring has gotten us some value on the line. Last game, there was a 191 sitting out there on game day for a long time, so this is quite the move from just one game ago.

Betting trends of note, the Under is 8-1 in Raptors last 9 road games vs. a team with a winning home record, and is 4-0 in Bucks last 4 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. It's also 5-0 in Bucks last 5 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game and finally the Under is 11-4 in the last 15 meetings between these two clubs.

There's a lot on the line, and the shooting numbers were so high last game.

Back the under here.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Oklahoma City vs. Houston Under 223.5

The Thunder and Rockets clash in Game 2 and the Under here is the move. 

We saw in Game 1 the wide gap between these two teams. While the Rockets do play extremely quick, they are just too much for this Thunder team to handle. 

Houston raced out to a giant lead and slowed the tempo down in the 2nd half. That is likely going to be the case here. With the exception of Russell Westbrook, this Thunder team just doesn't have any other strong weapons. 

With that in mind, Oklahoma City just simply cannot keep up pace wise here. 

Some trends to note. Under is 4-0 in Rockets last 4 Conference Quarterfinals games. Under is 39-17-1 in Thunder last 57 games playing on 2 days rest.

There isn't going to be much pace here. The Rockets slow things down in the playoffs and given the lack of threats offensively from the Thunder, this is a nice spot to expect a game that doesn't reach this high total.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Nuggets vs. Mavericks Over 212

The Denver Nuggets aren't going to be in the playoffs, but this is a fun team to watch. They have a really good young nucleus of players. Look for Denver to get even better in the next few seasons.

Denver is very good on offense, and they push the tempo. The Nuggets have routinely put up some very high scoring numbers. They have scored 110 and 117 points in their last two games against Dallas. Denver has scored 113 points or more in seven of their last ten games overall.

The Mavericks had been slowing the game down for much of the season, but they have gone away from that as the season has wound down. Dallas is coming off a 124-111 game against Phoenix. They have seen three of their last five games go over this posted total.

The over is 6-1 in the Nuggets last 7 road games. Look for another high scoring contest here.

Take the over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Atlanta vs. Cleveland Under 216.5 

The Hawks and Cavaliers clash in an Eastern Conference showdown and the Under here has some value to work with. 

We saw what Cleveland did last time out against Boston, absolutely throttling them. After a such a big win like that, this is certainly going to be a look over spot. Expect Cleveland to really struggle here, especially early on which will certainly help this Under out.

As for Atlanta, they play at a much slower pace. In fact, that's really what you have to do against this Cleveland team. Taking the air out of the ball and slowing the tempo down is exactly how the Hawks play, as they've seen the Under go 30-46-2.

Some trends to note. Under is 18-7-1 in Hawks last 26 overall. Under is 39-17-1 in Hawks last 57 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game.

This is an Under spot here. Expect slower paced play here and some sluggish offense from both sides.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 7* NBA O/U Play

Wizards vs. Warriors Under 223.5

Washington and Golden State go at it on Sunday and the Under here has a lot of value.

Since Kevin Durant has gone down, we've seen this Warriors team really slow things down at times. Don't get it mixed, they like to work quick sometimes, but when you're getting totals this high for them, the Under just has value you can't pass up on. 

Teams are learning too when it comes to playing Golden State. A veteran team like the Wizards knows you simply cannot get into a track meet with them. Look for the Wizards to really slow the pace down here and force Golden State out of their comfort zone. 

Some trends to note. Under is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings in Golden State. Under is 10-1 in Warriors last 11 home games.

With how Golden State is slowing things down, combined with how the Wizards will certainly try to take the air out of the ball, this Under is a nice move Sunday. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA O/U Play

Lakers vs. Timberwolves Over 219.5

Do either of these teams care about this game? I think the answer is no. When neither team cares, I have to lean toward the over. In this one, it is a stronger play than normal because of how bad the two defenses have been in recent weeks.

The Timberwolves are second to last in the NBA in defensive efficiency in the last four weeks. Who is last? The Los Angeles Lakers. Both of these offenses should have all sorts of easy scoring opportunities in this one.

Look back at the recent meetings between these two teams, and you'll see there have been a bunch of high scoring matchups. Why would this one be any different? 

The Lakers always want to push the tempo, and the Timberwolves have played quicker in recent games. Neither team has anything to play for, and we should see a shootout.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* NBA O/U Play

Grizzlies vs. Warriors Under 208

The Memphis Grizzlies have to slow the game down and try to pound the ball inside to have a chance against Golden State.

Golden State has turned it up a notch on defense of late. They rank as the best defense in the NBA according to efficiency metrics in the past eight games, and it isn't even close.

I don't think the Grizzlies have enough reliable scoring options to put up very many on this Golden State defense.

On the other hand, the Golden State Warriors haven't been running as much as they did in the past. They are in the middle of the pack in the NBA in tempo in the last two weeks.

A couple trends of note in this one. The under is 6-0 in the Warriors last 6 home games. The under is a whopping 37-14 in the Warriors last 51 games overall.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* NBA O/U Play

Sacramento vs. Phoenix Over 221

Two bottom tier teams meet Wednesday night and the Over here is a nice value play. 

Both of these teams are just absolutely abysmal on the defensive end. The Kings are giving up 106.2 points per game while the Suns manage to be even worse with 112.6 points against on the season. 

There are many factors that come into play here. 

Both offenses are extremely fast paced. They like to take shots early in the shot clock as they both average into the 100s per game. With their quick offenses, poor transition defense is a result. Both teams concede a lot of easy transition buckets, which is going to help this Over out here.

Some trends to note. Over is 37-18 in Suns last 55 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. Over is 8-2 in Suns last 10 vs. NBA Pacific.

Look for a lot of pace here, as this Over is valuable on Wednesday.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 7* NBA O/U Play

Minnesota vs. San Antonio Over 204.5

Look for a lot of pace here with these two teams as the Spurs and Timberwolves clash on Saturday. 

With the way Minnesota plays, not only are they going to use a lot of speed with their youth, but it should create a lot of easy buckets for the veteran Spurs here.

Minnesota averages 105.1 points per game, but with their youth and pace of play, they give up 107 points per road contest. That doesn't bode well here when you have a Spurs team with many playmakers. 

San Antonio puts in nearly 107 points per contest and really likes to attack the rim. Expect them to get plenty of open looks and easy transition buckets in this one.

Some trends to note. Spurs are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 vs. NBA Northwest. Spurs are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 Saturday games.

Look for some back and forth action here, as both teams will find success in the paint. 

Back the Over. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* NBA O/U Play

Phoenix vs. Chicago Over 215.5

The Suns and Bulls battle on Friday night and the Over here has solid value to work with. 

When it comes to the Suns, defense is certainly almost optional every night. Phoenix struggles continuously on the defensive side of the ball, especially when playing on the road. 

The Suns are giving up 113 points per road game and going up against a Bulls team that has a strong offense is going to be a tough task. 

Chicago has plenty of offensive weapons that attack the basket. With Jimmy Butler back and at 100%, the Bulls offense will take a couple steps up here on Friday. Look for them to really burn the Suns in transition and come up with some easy buckets. 

Some trends to note. Over is 35-17 in Suns last 52 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game.

Expect both teams to really push the tempo here and cause a lot of issues for the opposing defenses here. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Denver vs. Atlanta Over 220

The Nuggets and Hawks battle Wednesday night and the Over here has some value to work with. 

We tried backing Denver and Dallas Over a few nights ago and while the Nuggets did their part, Dallas just couldn't generate anything offensively. 

Here however, the Hawks are a completely different team. 

Atlanta has plenty of weapons on the offensive side of the ball and puts in 106 points per home game. The Nuggets defense is going to have their hands full both inside the paint and behind the arc, which should end up being too difficult of a task. 

Offensively for the Nuggets, they are going to score. They play with extreme pace and aren't gun shy by any means. 

Some trends to note. Over is 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings. Over is 40-19-1 in Nuggets last 60 games playing on 1 days rest.

This is a nice spot for the Over. Both teams are attack minded offensively and really struggle to slow the opposition down on the defensive end. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Dallas vs. Denver Over 213.5

Dallas and Denver go at it Monday and the Over here has value to work with. 

It's been a weird season for Dallas. They've battled many injuries, but this has been a vastly improved team over a month plus. Don't forget, this team ranked last in the NBA, averaging just 93 points a game. While they're at 98 and that necessarily isn't the best, they've jumped up 5 points on the average, which is actually very impressive. 

Here they get a Denver defense that is just horrible. Why they're horrible comes from how they play offense. Denver likes to get up and down the floor as quick as possible and use the offensive term "run and gun." They waste little time and with this total lower than their normal ones that usually sit in the 220s, this is a nice spot to see a lot of points. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Denver. Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings.

Expect a quick paced game as Dallas has really stepped their tempo up, as both teams will find success offensively. 

Back the Over. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* NBA O/U Play

Milwaukee vs. Phoenix Over 218.5

The Bucks and Suns clash on Saturday night and the Over here has some value.

Both these teams play with extreme pace. The Bucks are averaging 105 points per game, while the Suns do them one better, sitting at 106. In turn, both of these defenses are a struggle. 

Milwaukee is conceding 105 points per game, while the Suns are at one of the worst in the NBA, sitting at 112 points against. 

Considering how these two teams attack the bucket, especially in transition, this is going to be a case where defense really lacks. Milwaukee's Over record sits at 29-19-1, while the Suns are at 33-17. 

Some trends to note. Over is 17-5 in Suns last 22 home games. Over is 11-5 in Bucks last 16 games following a ATS loss.

Expect a lot of fast paced action here, with both teams attack the rim early in the shot clock.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* NBA O/U Play

Denver vs. Phoenix Over 232

The Nugget and Suns battle Saturday night and it's anticipated this game is going to be fast paced, with a lot of action. 

These two teams took to the court on Thursday in Denver, in a game where both teams hit the 120 point mark in a 127-120 win for the Nuggets

Denver is easily the fastest paced team in the NBA. The Nuggets get up and down the floor within seconds and will hoist a shot up with little time gone on the shot clock. This bodes well here for the Over, especially given the defensive abilities of the Suns. 

Denver averages 110 points per game, while Phoenix allows 111 against. This is going to be a crazy fast game once again, where both teams get out in transition. 

Some trends to note. Over is 26-10 in Suns last 36 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. Over is 35-16-1 in Nuggets last 52 overall.

Expect extreme pace once again here, as both teams will get easy buckets in a game that should fly Over once again.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 10* NBA O/U Play

Sacramento vs. Cleveland Over 214

The Kings and Cavs battle on Wednesday night and the Over here has value to work with. 

Cleveland is fired up there is no doubt about that. While laying the points with the Cavs isn't a bad option, taking the Over here is certainly a better move given how the Cavs have played defense lately. 

Offensively, you're going to see Cleveland attack the bucket and get back to the fast paced game they typically play. However, defensively they just aren't there lately. They are giving up easy buckets to the opposition and not closing out on shooters. 

This is a Kings team you can't afford to do that against either. Sacramento is averaging 102.5 points per game and has a solid inside out game that causes fits for teams. 

Some trends to note. Over is 10-3 in Cavaliers last 13 games following a ATS loss. Over is 9-3 in Kings last 12 vs. a team with a winning straight up record.

Expect a fast game with the Cavaliers really being the team to spark this Over on Wednesday night. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Warriors vs. Rockets Under 237

A marquee matchup of Steph Curry vs. James Harden takes place Friday night and the Under here has value. 

First off, this total is just ridiculous. Don't get me wrong, both teams can put ridiculous numbers up. However, to reach this total, both teams are going to have to shoot ridiculous and average nearly 60 points combined per quarter. While these are the two teams who can do that, taking a shot at them having one bad quarter is worth the risk itself. 

These two teams aren't bad defensively either. Golden State gives up 105 points per game, while the Rockets are at 107. Given the pace both play with, those numbers aren't bad at all. 

One thing to hope for here is a blowout as well. Getting the subs in and seeing a slowed down 4th quarter would be a huge bonus for this Under. 

Some trends to note. Under is 12-5 in the last 17 meetings in Houston.

This number is worth a shot as it is one of the highest totals in quite some time. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 7* NBA O/U Play

Oklahoma City vs. Chicago Over 207.5

The Thunder and Bulls clash on Monday night and the Over here has some value. 

Both of these teams feature one of the best in the NBA, as both Russell Westbrook and Jimmy Butler carry the offensive load. 

Expect to see a very fast paced game as both the Bulls and Thunder like to get up and down the floor rarely using the full shot clock. This season, the Bulls are averaging 103 points per game home game, while the Thunder enter play at 107 points per game. 

Defensively, neither is really dominant and that comes from their quick offenses turning into easy transition buckets the other way for opposing teams. The Bulls are giving up 102 points per game, while the Thunder sit at 108.7 against per road contest.

Some trends to note. Over is 4-1 in Bulls last 5 overall. Over is 6-2 in Thunder last 8 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game.

Expect both teams to really push the issue here on Monday, which should make for a very entertaining Over game.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 7* NBA O/U Play

Boston vs. New York Under 213

The Celtics and Knicks open up the NBA Christmas Day slate and this Under has a lot of value. 

The timing of this game has a lot to do with backing the Under. A noon start time on Christmas Day certainly isn't easy for these teams. There are a lot of distractions that go into this one and with the early start, there is certainly going to be some sluggish play on both sides. 

It's also important not to forget the big stage here. Playing inside MSG on National TV can play a role when it comes to teams. Nerves necessarily aren't a giant factor, but it's certainly something to keep an eye on. 

This has also been a solid Under head to head series. The Under has hit in 7 of the last 10 meetings in New York and has hit the Under in 5 of the last 6 meetings. 

Some trends to note. Under is 19-7 in Knicks last 26 Sunday games. Under is 8-3 in Celtics last 11 vs. NBA Atlantic.

Expect a sluggish, slower paced game here, as this total is just too high to pass up on.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Milwaukee Over 211.5

The Cavaliers and Bucks get set for battle on Tuesday and the Over here has value. 

Cleveland has shown all season long they like to play up pace, which really bodes well here. Cleveland is putting up 110.4 points per game and after allowing Kyrie Irving to set out back to back games last week, the PG is completely fresh and will be on his top form here. 

With their up tempo pace, the Cavaliers do struggle on the defensive side of the ball. The Bucks torched them earlier this year and they'll have a chance to get a lot of transition buckets here on Tuesday. 

Offensively, Milwaukee is averaging 108.9 points per home game. However, they give up 104 per home contest, as they struggle the same way as the Cavaliers when it comes to allowing easy transition buckets.

Some trends to note. Over is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings in Milwaukee. Over is 19-7 in the last 26 meetings. 

Expect back and forth action all night long, as this one should see both teams score a lot on Tuesday.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* NBA O/U Play

New York Knicks vs. Golden State Over 224

The Knicks and Warriors battle it out on TNT and the Over here has incredible value given how both teams play. 

Golden State will be able to pick apart this Knicks defense. New York gives up 110 points when playing on the road, as they simply do not have the size or speed to keep up with opposing teams. When you get an offense like Golden State's, that averages 124 points per home game, this just simply is not a good matchup. 

Don't count out this Knicks offense though. They do have a lot of weapons, especially ones that can shoot, as they put up 105 points per game. Golden State isn't perfect on the defensive floor as well. With how fast they move offensively, they give up a lot of easy buckets in transition. Look for the Knicks to expose that here on Thursday night. 

Some trends to note. Over is 7-2 in Warriors last 9 games. Over is 4-1 in Knicks last 5 games. 

Look for a lot of easy buckets and a lot of quick spurts for both teams offensively, giving this Over value.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Toronto Raptors vs. Philadelphia 76ers Over 205.5

There should be plenty of points to be scored here on Wednesday night when the Raptors meet with the 76ers. 

Toronto has been one of the hottest teams in the NBA and their offensive abilities are carrying them right now. Toronto is averaging 111.5 points per game and this is the most ideal matchup for them. They get a look at a 76ers defense that is conceding 105.2 points per game. 

Toronto has gone 17-7 to the Over this season.

Philadelphia can score as well. They put up 99 points per home game and will get some solid chances here, especially on the fast break as the Raptors concede 106.8 points per road game. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings. Over is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings in Philadelphia. 

Look for a lot of back and forth action here, with both teams getting plenty of easy looks at the bucket. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. Dallas Under 208.5

With both teams coming in on the back half of a back to back on Saturday, the Under here has solid value. 

While it's always dangerous to play an Under with this Houston team, after their extremely intense game against Oklahoma City on Friday, the quick turn around against a rather boring Dallas team calls for sort of a let down. 

Dallas is by far the worst scoring team in the NBA, averaging just 93.0 points per contest and this is a spot for them where tired legs will be a factor. The Mavericks have been battling injuries all season long and after one of their best performances on Friday, the quick turnaround of going into Houston isn't going to be an easy task. 

Look for the Rockets to play down to the Mavericks level here, as the tempo will certainly be slower than normal for them.

Some trends to note. Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings. 

Expect a slow paced game with a lot of tired legs out there especially as the game goes on. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. New York Over 214.5 

The Knicks and Cavaliers play in Game 1 of the NBA on ESPN Wednesday night and the Over here has value.

Neither of these teams have played good defense, especially as of late. Cleveland enters play allowing 106 points per game, but that gets overshadowed by 110 they put up. This team likes to get up and down the floor and while that leads to some quick shots, it also allows the opposition to get many fast break opportunities. 

As for the Knicks, they are the same way. New York allows 107 points per game, while putting up 104 themselves. They do similar things offensively with jacking up quick shots and give the opposition a lot of easy fast break chances. 

Some trends to note. Over is 10-4 in Cavaliers last 14 Wednesday games. Over is 6-1 in Knicks last 7 vs. Eastern Conference.

This game will turn into a track meet. With the national stage inside MSG and ESPN, this is going to be a high scoring game. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Clippers vs. Pacers Over 209

The Clippers and Pacers get set for action Sunday night and the Over here has some value.

Los Angeles and Indiana are two teams that will play with extreme pace. They both like to get up and down the floor without wasting much time off the clock. Neither team is afraid to hoist up the three ball either. 

Los Angeles is averaging 110.1 points per game, while Indiana is at 104.2 per game. Because of their pace, the defense allows a lot of easy buckets on both sides. The Clippers are giving up 103.2 points per road game, while the Pacers are at 107.2 points against. 

Some trends to note. Over is 8-1 in Clippers last 9 overall. Over is 11-4 in Pacers last 15 Sunday games.

Expect both teams to get up and down the floor extremely quick here. Given that, along with how sketchy both defenses are and this is a nice spot to expect a lot of points and the Over here.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. Oklahoma City Over 217.5

Two very fast paced offenses meet on Wednesday night, giving the Over value here between the Rockets and Thunder. 

Both teams like to get up and down the floor and rarely use a lot of the shot clock. This year, the Rockets are putting up 108 points per game, with that number going to 110 on the road. As for the Thunder, they aren't far behind. Oklahoma City is putting up 103 points per game, with that number going to 108 at home. 

Defensively, things have been a mess for both teams. They concede well into the 100s and that comes from the pace of play. They'll both give up easy transition buckets as they push the issue offensively. 

While both teams have the weapons, this one will certainly be James Harden and Russell Westbrook running the show. Both can get hot very quickly and put up massive amounts of points. 

Some trends to note. Over is 5-2 in Thunder last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Over is 35-17 in Rockets last 52 vs. NBA Northwest.

Expect pace, with both teams running the floor and putting up a lot of quick shots. Given that, expect this one to fly Over the total.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Houston vs. San Antonio Over 210.5

Two of the most exciting teams in the NBA meet on Wednesday night and the Over in the Rockets vs. Spurs has value to work with. 

We're certainly seeing how this Houston Rockets team plays as they use a ton of pace. Houston has averaged 109 points per game, while giving up 108. Both of those numbers even go up a few points when they play on the road. 

When you have a player like James Harden, the rest of the team is going to feed off his electricity. Harden is putting up unreal numbers through the first 7 games of the season, averaging 31.6 points per game, to go along with 12.7 assists. 

As for the Spurs, they're scoring 103 points per game and with a team like Houston, they matchup extremely well. The Rockets don't have much height, which will allow the Spurs to get plenty of easy buckets at the rim. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings in San Antonio. Over is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings

When these teams meet, the Over is always a nice play. Expect the same here on Wednesday night. 

Back the Over. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Orlando vs. Chicago Under 203

The Magic and Bulls battle it out on Monday night and the Under here has value to work with. 

When it comes to Orlando, they don't have that explosive nature that most teams have. The Magic are a slower paced team that will work the shot clock and use plenty of passes to try and find an open shot. 

Averaging only 95 points per game, they'll slow the tempo down here. 

As for Chicago, this matchup with the Magic isn't an ideal one for them. The Bulls won't be able to go inside on this Magic team and they'll certainly have a tough time adjusting to the slower pace of play. Expect the Bulls to struggle a bit here with this Magic defense, as they won't find much success in the paint. 

Some trends to note. Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings. Under is 12-5-1 in Bulls last 18 overall.

The Under here is the move. This head to head meeting is typically an Under one and both teams will slow the pace down here. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 7* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Golden State Under 208

With any Game 7, comes a lot of nerves and missed shots. This is a spot here where the Under has solid value coming in. 

This series has been about as physical as you can get. These two teams have been going at it and we've seen both teams get hot, but also seen many occasions where both teams get extremely cold. 

Heading into Game 7, this is going to be a game that starts off very slow. Golden State was clearly frustrated last game as they've blown their 3-1 lead. For the Cavs, they've gotten off to very slow starts when it comes to playing inside Oracle Arena. 

With everything on the line here, shooters will certainly find it tough to get space. Everybody will be closing out in shooters and not allowing for any sort of run that could put the game away.

With this one expected to be close, down the stretch, both teams will use the entire shot clock and really try to put kill this game. Expect the pace to be very staggered here, with not a lot of consistency coming.

Some trends to consider. Under is 75-32-3 in Cavaliers last 110 Sunday games. Under is 4-0-2 in the last 6 meetings in Golden State.

This is a solid spot here to back the Under. Both teams will be nervous and the pace will be much slower than normal. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors Over 209

The Warriors and Cavaliers start off the NBA Finals with Game 1 Thursday night and the Over has solid value here. 

First off, Cleveland has been a deadly team from three point range. Kevin Love, Kyrie Irving, Channing Frye, JR Smith, and Iman Shumpert are just a few of the players who can hit threes on this team. They have really surrounded their postseason game on the ability to shoot the three. 

For the Warriors, they too aren't afraid to hoist the 3 ball obviously. From Curry to Thompson to Green, this team will jack them up at massive rates and make a lot of them when they get hot. 

These two teams played in last years title game, which was a gritty and hard fought series. This season, Cleveland has their health back. Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love are both 100% healthy, which will make a giant difference offensively obviously. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 9-4 in Cavaliers last 13 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Over is 8-3 in Cavaliers last 11 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600.

Given how good both offenses shoot, combined with the hype in this game, this total has a lot of value on the Over.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* NBA O/U Play

Oklahoma City vs. Golden State Over 220

Awake the sleeping beast. The Warriors return home trying to stave off elimination and this is going to be a game where both teams exchange blows. 

With the exception of Game 2, Steph Curry has struggled all series long. He went just 5 for 21 in Game 4 as nothing was falling for him. This is a case here where Curry has to put the team on his back and step up. He's done it all season long and this is a spot where he won't be tentative by any means.

Along with him, Klay Thompson got himself going in Game 4. He'll be another big key in this game as the duo will let it fly, as they get back to their old selves. 

For the Thunder, they have proven they aren't backing down no matter what the case may be. Russell Westbrook is averaging 27.3 points, 11.8 assists, and 3.8 steals in this series. Him, along with Durant have this offense on fire right now as they have everything working. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 22-10-1 in Warriors last 33 vs. NBA Northwest. Over is 4-0 in Thunder last 4 Thursday games.

This is a spot where both teams will be playing at a frantic pace. Given that, the Over here holds solid value.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Toronto vs. Cleveland Over 198.5

The Raptors were embarrassed in Game 1 versus Cleveland and with Game 2 tonight, expect a much more respectable performance. However, this Cleveland team is still far more talented, which makes this Over a very nice play. 

Cleveland's offense has been top of the line this postseason. They once again put up a high number, scoring 115 points. This team has shown the ability to hit the 3, but they also have dominated inside. Cleveland did both extremely well in Game 1, as the Raptors had no way of stopping them. 

Offensively, the Raptors they put up 85 points in Game 1 and got completely embarrassed. A lot of the Raptors were still in high spirits following the loss, realizing it was just one game. Expect a very motivated game here from everyone as this Toronto team isn't as bad as they showed. Look for Kyle Lowry to be the biggest key to a Raptors offensive spark, as he struggled all of Game 1 after really looking like he had things figured out in Games 6 and 7 of the series against Miami. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 8-2 in Cavaliers last 10 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings.

Look for both offensives to have a lot of success here. Given that and the ability of both teams to shoot the ball, the Over holds solid value here. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* NBA O/U Play

Oklahoma City vs. Golden State Over 222

The Warriors and Thunder play in Game 2 Wednesday night and the total with the Over has value here.

The first game went Under, but don't let that fool you. This game was on pace and destined for the Over heading into the 4th quarter, but the Warriors went ice cold shooting 6 for 23 from the field, which includes 1 of 10 from behind the arc. 

That just doesn't happen often. Golden State averages above 115 points per game home and they haven't dropped back to back games yet. This is going to be a case where Head Coach Steve Kerr comes into play. Look for him to make plenty of adjustments here and really find ways to get the Warriors better looks. 

As for the Thunder, they will have the same mentality that they aren't scared of anyone. Durant and Westbrook were all over the place in Game 1, hitting shots from everywhere. Even Dion Waiters got in on the fun. This Thunder team can score and score quickly. Expect them to have to put up somewhere north of 110 points in this game if they hope to have a chance. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 21-8-1 in Warriors last 30 vs. NBA Northwest. Over is 19-9 in Thunder last 28 games playing on 1 days rest

This is going to be a frantic paced game here. Both teams got the nerves out of the way and got a feel for one another in Game 1. Given that, expect this total to fly over here on Wednesday night. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* NBA O/U Play

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Golden State Warriors Over 223.5

The Thunder and Warriors get set to begin the Western Conference Finals on Monday night and even with one of the highest totals of the NBA Playoffs, this Over has plenty of value. 

We've seen both the Warriors and Thunder put up high point totals this postseason. Both of these teams play extremely fast and attack the bucket early in the shot clock. 

Along with that, they both like to hoist the 3 ball. With Stephen Curry back in the lineup for the Warriors and really hitting his groove, this Warriors offense is poised to score a lot of points. Oklahoma City knows the only way they can compete in this one is to create space and get their shooters some good looks for the outside. 

Both teams average plenty of points. On the season, the Thunder have averaged 110.5 points per road game, while the Warriors have put up 116.0. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 21-7-1 in Warriors last 29 vs. NBA Northwest. Over is 8-2 in Thunder last 10 when their opponent scores 100 points or more in their previous game.

Expect a frantic pace here, with a lot of back and forth action. Given that, this total has the chance to fly over with the way both offenses shoot the ball.

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 7* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland vs. Atlanta Under 199

The Cavaliers and Hawks shift their series to Atlanta here and the Under holds solid value here. 

The Cavs took off with their 3 point barrage in Game 2, but it's quite likely they won't shoot at those numbers again here. Atlanta took exception following the game at the amount of 3's the Cavs shot in Game 2, so expect them to really come out and close out on shooters here in Game 3. 

Defensively for Cleveland, they've been stepping it up and suffocating this Hawks team through the first two games. Atlanta hasn't had any open looks and has especially struggled in the 1st halves. They put up just 41 in Game 1 and followed that up with 38 in Game 2. 

With those two factors in mind, look for the Hawks to really slow things down here. Atlanta knows they can't get into a track meet with the Cavaliers team or this one will break out like Game 2 did. Look for the Hawks to use a lot of the shot clock and not allow Cleveland to get out in any sort of transition play. 

Some trends to consider. Under is 24-11 in Hawks last 35 Friday games. Under is 16-7 in Cavaliers last 23 Friday games.

This has the feeling of a slow paced game here, with the Hawks playing the biggest role in slowing the ball down. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio Under 201

The Thunder and Spurs get set for Game 2 and the Under holds value here. 

The Spurs are typically one of the slowest paced teams in the NBA as they dominate on the defensive end and really move the ball around offensively. However, that wasn't the case in Game 1. The Spurs racked up 124 points, shooting at an unreal pace, which included a 43 point first quarter. 

Oklahoma City certainly can't compete if they continue to allow the Spurs to get as many open looks as they did in Game 1. 

Expect the Thunder to really slow the pace down here in Game 2. They took many quick shots in Game 1 and allowed the Spurs to get out in transition and get easy bucket after easy bucket. 

Both teams have been Under teams this year as well. Oklahoma City has gone Under in 45 of their games while the Spurs hold an Under record of 37-48-2. 

Some trends to consider. Under is 22-7 in Spurs last 29 Monday games. Under is 14-6-1 in Thunder last 21 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points.

This is going to be a much slower paced game here. Expect this to finish in the upper 80s or low 90s as that is simply the only way Oklahoma City competes and stays in the game.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 7* NBA O/U Play

Thunder vs. Spurs Under 200.5

The Thunder and Spurs open their series on Saturday night and with the Spurs ability to play defense, this has the making for an Under game.  The Spurs are one of the best teams in the league defensively and they showed that off in Round 1. They suffocated Memphis and gave them zero room to work with as the shooters never found any openings.

That starts with Kawhi Leonard. The defensive player of the year will likely guard Durant, which is half of the Thunder offense. Look for him to get shut down here not only in Game 1, but through the series.

Some trends to consider. Under is 4-0 in Thunder last 4 vs. a team with a winning straight up record, is 4-0 in Spurs last 4 home games and the UNDER is 18-6 in Spurs last 24 vs. Western Conference.

San Antonio moves real slow offensively as they like to work it around and use the shot clock. Given that, look for a slow paced game, as the total stays well below. 

Back the Under.

Good luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* NBA O/U Play

Toronto vs. Indiana Under 194.5

The Raptors and Pacers play in Game 6 of what has been a hard fought series throughout. With the exception of last game, this has been a very slower paced series, and the total has bounced back up a few points, which gives the Under value here. 

With the Pacers trying to stave off elimination, this will be the kind of game where neither team really wants to make that crucial mistake of getting in a track meet. It can lead to sloppy play and give the opposing team a giant run, leading to a giant hole that can't be made up. 

Both teams have stepped it up on the defensive end guarding each other's star players. It took until Game 5 for Raptors star DeMar DeRozan to break out. With the exception of Paul George, the Pacers really haven't had anybody else step up for them and put up insurmountable points. George is this team's offense and he certainly can't turn in enough of an outing to help this total out. 

Some trends to consider. Under is 5-0 in Raptors last 5 road games. Under is 6-1 in Pacers last 7 overall.

Look for this to be a very slow paced game, where both teams take the air out of the ball. They'll use a lot of the shot clock and keep this total Under.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* NBA O/U Play

Indiana vs. Toronto Over 191.5

The Pacers and Raptors head back to Toronto for Game 5 with things even at 2 games a piece. The total continues to get knocked down and this one may be over exaggerated a little bit, giving the Over some value here.

Both of these teams have the talented superstars that can put up points. 

The Raptors need production to start coming from DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry. Both the Raptors stars have struggled in this series, but with the #2 seed on the ropes and in a giant game at home to take control of the series, look for them to step their games up significantly here. 

As for the Pacers, Paul George is the guy that turn this total into something really valuable. George scored just 19 in Game 4, which is his lowest of the series. He has the ability to put up 30 plus points any game and he even makes his teammates better by creating open shots for them. If he can get out of the gates early, the Pacers offense should be in for a successful night. 

Some trends to consider. Over is 34-16-1 in Raptors last 51 games following a ATS loss. Over is 22-4 in Raptors last 26 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points.

Expect a huge bounce back game from the Raptors here. Given their trends after a loss and their need for a big performance, this game will turn into a track meet here. 

Back the Over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Blazers vs. Clippers Under 205.5

This is a critical game for the Blazers. While they got the win last game at home, they absolutely have to get another win here to make this a series. The Clippers badly want to finish Portland off as soon as possible, so a win here would do a lot to accomplish that.

These games get more important as they go, and the first three have all gone under the total. Two of them have gone well under the posted total. These two defenses have really stepped up their level of play in the playoffs.

Portland's guards have a tough time getting open looks against the Clippers perimeter defenders, and Jordan obviously does a great job protecting the rim. The Blazers defense ranks much better at home than on the road, and the Clippers shooting percentages are lower on the road. 

A couple trends of note. The under is 5-0 in the Blazers last 5 games. The under is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings between these two teams.

This projects as another tight and lower scoring game.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* NBA O/U Play

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons Under 200.5

The Cavaliers and Pistons shift their series to Detroit on Friday and the Under holds solid value here.

Cleveland has been pushing tempo every since Tyrone Lue took over as head coach. However here in this series, it's become noticeably slower in terms of how the Cavaliers are playing. That has a lot to do with the way the Pistons are putting up pressure. 

Stanley Johnson has been the best example of that pressured defense. He continues to battle with Lebron James on every possession not backing down as the two get into shoving matches in the paint. The pace for the Cavaliers really slows itself down as they are forced to work the ball around more as driving into the paint is not easy. 

The Pistons have to play through Andre Drummond here. Working the shot clock themselves and really taking the air out of the ball is a must. Drummond has almost become a non factor in this series and with him being the Pistons go to guy all season long, working him against Thompson down low is crucial to Detroit's success. 

Some trends to consider. Under is 37-14 in Pistons last 51 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Under is 5-2 in Pistons last 7 home games following a road trip of 7 or more days.

Look for a much slower paced game here, as both teams look to establish themselves on the defensive end, slowing the game down.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* NBA O/U Play

Indiana vs. Toronto Under 195

The Pacers and Raptors get set for a Game 1 battle and expect some shaky play here early in the series, giving the Under solid value here. 

Both teams aren't known for their fast pace by any means. Both teams really like to work the ball around and use a majority of the shot clock while looking for the best shot. You won't see either the Raptors or Pacers getting out quickly in transition much, which really benefits this play here. 

Indiana was a dominant Under team this year too. The Pacers finished 37-45 to the Under and that bodes extremely well as they go up against a Raptors team that concedes just 98.2 points per game. 

When playing Eastern Conference foes, both teams also tend to the Under. Indiana has gone Under the listed total in 13 of the last 19 against the East. For the Raptors, they have gone Under the total in 9 of their last 12. 

Some trends to consider. Under is 7-3 in Pacers last 10 games following a straight up win. Under is 8-3 in Raptors last 11 games following a straight up win.

This is going to be a very slower paced game. Both teams want to keep the game in their tempo and not allow the other to get out and push the ball. Look for a game that lands in the 80s or lower 90s with this one. 

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* NBA O/U Play

Memphis vs. Golden State Under 213

The Warriors look for history here as they go for win number 73 against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. With a lot of factors pouring into this one, the Under holds solid value here.

Nerves will be a huge factor here. Yes Golden State has shown they don't crack under any pressure, but you have to believe that they do not want to mess history up here. They're going to be compared and even compared better to the 95-96 Bulls that featured some of the greats in the game. Expect them to really come out tentative and a put shaky, especially early on.

As for Memphis, don't think they're backing down either defensively. First off for them, they need a win or they'll get the Spurs in Round 1. A victory could propel them to the 6th spot with some help, giving them the Thunder instead. 

Also, they have a chance to go down in history as the team that denied the Warriors of history. They won't let up on the defensive end by any means as they should want to take the air out of ball, really slowing this game down and getting Golden State out of their elements. 

Some trends to consider. Under is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings in Golden State. Under is 8-1 in the last 9 meetings.

Look for a very nervous and slow paced game from both teams here. Expect a very low scoring game, which is a norm for this head to head series. 

Back the Under. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 7* NBA O/U Play

New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers Under 201

The Knicks and 76ers get set for action on Friday and with nothing to play for these two teams, the Under really holds some solid value here.

Both teams are in the bottom of the East and have been there all season long. Both the Knicks and 76ers have been incredibly sloppy offensively this season as they simply do not have enough talent nor firepower to find consistent scoring. 

This year, the Knicks have averaged 98.4 points per game while the 76ers have scored just 97.1. 

When looking at the Knicks, this team has been an under bet all season long. New York has gone 17-22 to the Under on the road and 33-45-1 to the Under overall on the season. 

If lack of offense wasn't enough of a big problem, off the court, both teams have had their issues. Carmelo Anthony has expressed a lot of frustration and even told a fan to ask for his money back. The 76ers just had their GM quit as he wrote a 13 page paper talking about how the team hasn't progressed. Both teams want this season to just end as they ride it out.

Some trends to consider. Under is 10-2 in the last 12 meetings in Philadelphia. Under is 7-1 in 76ers last 8 overall.

Look for a very unmotivated performance here from both teams, leading to a very sloppy offensive game that's extremely lower scoring.

Back the Under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray. 

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Rockets vs. Suns Over 214

The Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns are two teams who play zero defense. Fresh legs should help both of these teams quite a bit. Houston is certainly better than they have shown so far this year, but they have team chemistry problems and that shows up the most on the defensive end.

Look at the last four games played between these two teams. We have finals of 113-111, 127-118, 117-102, and 111-105. That's four straight meetings over this total. I don't see any reason why this meeting would be any different.

Phoenix doesn't have Markieff Morris now, and some believe they will have some trouble scoring moving forward. That might be the case, but  I don't expect that to show up tonight against a Houston defense that few teams have struggled to score against.

Over is 8-1 in Rockets last 9 road games and 11-1 in last 12 when opponent scores 100 points or more in previous game. Plus the OVER is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Phoenix.

Look for a shootout with very little defense all the way in this contest.

Take the over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA O/U Play

Bulls vs. Jazz Under 191.5
 
The Chicago Bulls are playing a back to back scheduling spot here. They were drubbed in Los Angeles, and now they go to face a great defense in Utah.

The Jazz have Derrick Favors and Rudy Gobert both healthy now and that makes a huge difference for this team. Utah likes to slow the pace down, and they won't let the Bulls get the looks they want in transition here. This should be a game played in the halfcourt.

Chicago's defense is actually one of the best in the NBA. That may come as a surprise to many people, because most thought this defense would fall off with Hoiberg at coach and the offense would get better. The offense has gotten worse on an efficiency basis, and the defense is still excellent.

THE UNDER is 6-0 in Jazz last 6 vs. a team with a winning straight up record and is 7-0-1 in the last 8 meetings in Utah and 6-0 in the last 6 meetings.

A low scoring game here in Utah between two good defensive teams.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Razor's 8* Monday NBA O/U Play

Suns vs. Cavaliers over

The Phoenix Suns head into Cleveland on Wednesday night and the over holds some solid value here.

Cleveland's new style of offense is run and gun type now with Tyrone Lue as the new head coach. While it's only been two games, this has noticeably led to their defense struggling as well. Take last game for example. The Cavaliers put up 114 points, but allowed a Minnesota team, that doesn't score much, to put up 107. 

On the Suns side of things, this team plays zero defense themselves. Phoenix allows a ridiculous 110.3 points per game on the road. Phoenix is the same way as Cleveland now as they like to run out and get quick shots up, which leads to the opposition getting easy transition buckets. 

This has the making of very fast paced game with a lot of back and forth action. Expect the Cavaliers to really push the tempo here as they look to get to the buck in transition and then will look for the 3 point opportunities when the Suns are set in their man to man offense. 

As for Phoenix, they are an inside out team. They'll look down low and their big men will try to find the shooters outside. With Cleveland's struggles on defense lately, expect the Phoenix shooters to find a lot of room outside. 

Back the over.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Nets vs. Raptors under 198.5

The Brooklyn Nets have been a good under team of late. The under is 4-0 in their last 4 road games and 7-1 in their last 8 vs. the Eastern Conference. Brooklyn has a lot less offensive firepower than most of the NBA.

Toronto has definitely been better on defense this year than they were a year ago. The Raptors know they can't simply outscore everyone in the much improved Eastern Conference. They aren't playing as fast as they did last year either. 

With Brooklyn unlikely to get much out of their backcourt, it puts a ton of pressure on their frontcourt to be amazing for this game. Toronto has several good interior defenders, and that should be enough to hold the Nets to a low number here. Toronto grabs an early lead and wins behind the strength of their defense.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* NBA O/U Play

Utah vs. Charlotte under

The Jazz and Hornets get set for an afternoon matinee and we get two of the best under bets in the NBA squaring off here. Both of these teams like to use the entire shot clock and work at a very slow pace, making this total very valuable here. 

First off, looking at O/U records this season, the Jazz bring in a 15-24-1 under record while the Hornets are 8-14-0 at home to the under. 

The key factor here is Utah. They don't score, nor do they allow their opposition to score. Utah is averaging just 93.8 points per game on the road season, while allowing just 97. They've hit the under 12 times out of their 19 road games this season. 

For Charlotte, they are a very similar way. They allow just 98.2 points per game at home and have no offensive threats to work with. 

The under has also been a safe bet when these two teams meet head-to-head. In the last 5 meetings, the total has stayed under the total all 5 times. 

Expect a similar situation here on Monday, as the under holds tremendous value.

Back the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* NBA O/U Play

Phoenix vs. Indiana over

The Suns head into Indiana to take on the Pacers and anytime this Phoenix team takes the floor the over has a good chance of hitting. They like to play fast paced basketball and move up and down the floor in transition. 

Phoenix has scored 102.6 points per game this season and they have allowed 109.2 points against over their 19 road contests. Indiana has been able to score as well with their lineup back to 100%. they have averaged 102.6 points over their 17 home games this season. 

Phoenix's defense has been horrid all season long. They rank dead last in the NBA in field goal percentage defense as they allow opponents to shoot 47.5% from the field. 

The Suns have also been an over team against the Eastern Conference this season. They have gone 6-2-1 to the over in their last 9 against Eastern Conference foes. 

With a healthy Pacers team, they are extremely dangerous offensively. Paul George, Monta Ellis, and George Hill lead a tough charge that is hard to stop. Paul George is averaging 24.2 points per game this season and attempted 36 three pointers on the Pacers most recent road trip. That bodes well for the over as this Indiana team likes to hoist from anywhere on the floor. 

Expect a lot of back and forth action with a lot threes being attempted along with transition buckets. 

Back the over. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* NBA O/U Play

Los Angeles vs. Sacramento over

The Lakers and Kings are featured on TNT Thursday night and we get two teams that don't play defense and that can score. 

Starting with the Kings, Sacramento has really flourished in 2016 and they proved that with wins over the Suns and Thunder where they scored well above 100 points. In their lone loss, they fell to the Mavs, but put up 116 points. In one of those wins, the Kings put up 142 points in a win over the Suns. 

On the season, Sacramento is averaging 105.9 points per game. Their defense has horrendous as well. The Kings are allowing 107.9 points per game. 

From the Lakers side of things, they have been just as bad defensively. Los Angeles is allowing 108.5 points against per road game. 

These two teams are also head-to-head over teams. These teams met back on Oct. 30 in a game that finished 132-114. 

Head to head: 

Over is 17-6 in the last 23 meetings in Sacramento.Over is 37-16-1 in the last 54 meetings.

Both of these teams can score and love to get out fast and jack up quick shots. Expect that type of game here on Thursday with the national spotlight on them. 

Back the over. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* NBA O/U Play

Pelicans vs. Heat Under 200

 The New Orleans Pelicans are definitely a better team than their record would indicate. They have had some chemistry issues, and the Pelicans were easily the worst defense in the NBA for a long period of time.

New Orleans still isn't a good defense, but they are playing better on that end of the floor than they were earlier in the season. The Miami Heat have been a great defensive team all year. Miami has committed themselves to winning with defense.

The under is 19-7 in the Heat's last 26 games overall. The under is 35-16-1 in the Pelicans last 52 road games.

This total is very high for the Heat, and it's also high for the Pelicans based on their improvement on the defensive end of late. Look for this early tip off to stay under the posted total.

Take the under.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* NBA ATS Play