04-21-24 |
Heat v. Celtics OVER 208.5 |
Top |
94-114 |
Loss |
-115 |
10 h 15 m |
Show
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5* NBA EASTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET This is a low total, and if we combine the spread with the total the bookmakers project the Celtics to win 111.5 - 97.5. I think Heat will score 100+, but I'm still not sure that will be enough to cover the number; the Celtics are an offensive juggernaut that has scored 130+ points in back-to-back games while barely breaking a sweat. Over is 5-0 in Celtics last 5 games as a favorite of 11.0 or greater. Over is 4-0 in Heat last 4 games as an underdog of 11.0 or greater. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-19-24 |
White Sox v. Phillies UNDER 8 |
Top |
0-7 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 26 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* MLB TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Philadelphia Phillies have scored 12 runs through their last two games, but they're still 8-2 to the under in their last 10 games. The Chicago White Sox are averaging a pathetic 2-1 runs per nine innings on the season, and Philly right-hander Spencer Turnbull (1-0, 1.80 ERA) is off to a terrific start to the season. As for White Sox starter Garett Crochet (1-2, 3.57 ERA), the left-hander had allowed just four runs through his first three starts before giving up five runs in a 5-0 loss to Cincinnati in his last start. It was still a decent outing, though; Crochet had 10 Ks against four hits and three walks over his 4 2/3 innings on the mound. Crochet leads the American League with 31 strikeouts entering play on Thursday. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-17-24 |
Pirates v. Mets UNDER 8.5 |
Top |
1-9 |
Loss |
-115 |
8 h 17 m |
Show
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MIKE'S EARLY 4* MLB TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Pittsburgh Pirates have been held to three runs or fewer in five of their last seven games. Today, they'll face Luis Severino, who has limited the Pirates to one run over 11 innings in two previous meetings. Severino gave up six runs (three earned) in his season debut but has since allowed just two runs over 10 innings. The Bucs hand the ball to left-hander Bailey Falter, who, like Severino, has recovered after a rocky first start. In his next two starts since his season opener, he has allowed only one run on five hits over 11 innings. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-16-24 |
Rockies v. Phillies UNDER 8.5 |
Top |
0-5 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 10 m |
Show
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5* NL TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET The Philadelphia Phillies opened this series with a 2-1 win, and I expect another low-scoring affair when they host the Colorado Rockies for Game 2 Tuesday night. Phillies left-hander Ranger Suarez (2-0, 2.65 ERA) is off to a great start, and the Rockies are batting only .223 against left-handers. Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber (0-0, 4.91 ERA) is also off to a solid start, with eight runs allowed on 16 hits with a respectable 14 Ks over 14 2/3 innings of work. The Rockies have averaged 3.7 R/9 over their last five games, and the Phillies have averaged 3.1 R/9 over their last five games. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-14-24 |
Mavs v. Thunder UNDER 223.5 |
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86-135 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 23 m |
Show
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MIKE'S MAVS/THUNDER NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BLA$TER The OKC Thunder are looking to secure the top spot in the conference, while the Dallas Mavericks have their No. 5 seed and a first-round matchup with the LA Clippers locked in. I don't expect to see much life from Dallas in this game, and the Thunder should be able to slow down once they've taken a comfortable lead. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-14-24 |
Hornets v. Cavs OVER 209 |
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120-110 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 0 m |
Show
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MIKE'S HORNETS/CAVS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER This seems like too low a total for a contest of exhibition character, where defense will not be a priority. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-12-24 |
Braves v. Marlins OVER 8.5 |
Top |
8-1 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 33 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* MLB TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY Neither Atlanta left-hander Max Fried (0-0, 18.00 ERA) nor Miami left-hander Trevor Rogers (0-1, 5.40 ERA) has had a good start to the year, and I expect to see a fair amount of runs scored when the Marlins host the Braves for the opener of a three-game series Friday night. The Braves bats are red hot, and Miami scored five runs in a win over the Yankees in the Bronx in their last game. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-11-24 |
Rockets v. Jazz OVER 227 |
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121-124 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 22 m |
Show
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MIKE'S ROCKETS/JAZZ TOTAL I don't see why a Houston Rockets team already eliminated from the playoffs should be this big of a favorite. Sure, the Jazz have been a punching bag in recent weeks (0-10 SU, 2-8 ATS in the last 10 games), but they're 13-5 ATS in their last 18 games vs. a team with a losing straight-up record, and they lost by only one point when they hosted the Rockets on March 29. In addition to Jazz to cover the spread, I also like the over. Over is 12-2 in Rockets last 14 overall. Over is 15-7-2 in Rockets last 24 games as a favorite of 11.0 or greater. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-11-24 |
Knicks v. Celtics OVER 213.5 |
Top |
118-109 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 40 m |
Show
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5* NBA EASTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET The Boston Celtics have had the No. 1 seed in the conference locked up for quite some time, and their only focus for now is to stay healthy, so they're unlikely to fight hard on the defensive end. The New York Knicks will be fired up as they push for the No. 2 seed in the East, and they are coming off back-to-back 120+ point games. Over is 8-3 in Celtics last 11 overall. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-10-24 |
Mavs v. Heat OVER 215.5 |
|
111-92 |
Loss |
-109 |
10 h 20 m |
Show
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MAVS/HEAT TOTAL This looks like a good spot to fade the Dallas Mavericks, who are in a potential flat spot following a 130-104 win in Charlotte last night, their fourth win and cover in a row. The Miami Heat will also play on short rest following a 117-111 win in Atlanta Tuesday night, but they have the homecourt advantage. Heat are 13-6 ATS in their last 19 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Heat are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games playing on 0 days rest. Heat are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games as an underdog of 5.0-10.5. In addition to Miami to cover the spread, I also like the over. The Heat have averaged 117 ppg through their last three games, and the over is 6-0 in their last 6 overall. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-10-24 |
White Sox v. Guardians UNDER 8.5 |
Top |
6-7 |
Loss |
-115 |
11 h 56 m |
Show
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5* AL CENTRAL TOTAL OF THE MONTH MAX BET The Chicago White Sox are 7-3 to the under for the season, and that should come as no surprise as they're averaging a paltry 2.1 R/9. Tonight, they'll run into Cleveland right-hander Tanner Bibee (1-0, 3.86 ERA) while countering with right-hander Erick Fedde (0-0, 2.79 ERA). Both pitchers are off to a solid start to the season, and I expect regression at the plate from both sides after combining for 12 runs yesterday. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-08-24 |
Tigers v. Pirates UNDER 8.5 |
|
4-7 |
Loss |
-115 |
13 h 17 m |
Show
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MIKE'S TIGERS/PIRATES MLB TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER The Detroit Tigers have scored just one run through their last two games, and the Pittsburgh Pirates' bats have cooled off after a hot start to the year. Tigers right-hander Reese Olson tossed 5 2/3 scoreless innings in his season debut, and this looks like a good bounce-back spot for Pittsburgh righty Mitch Keller to get his season back on track after getting slapped around in his first two starts. Keller has a 3.86 ERA in four career starts against the Tigers. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-07-24 |
Thunder v. Hornets OVER 215 |
Top |
121-118 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 34 m |
Show
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5* NBA NON-CONFERENCE TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET The Oklahoma City Thunder are 44-32-1 to the over for the season, and I expect them to give us a strong effort on the offensive end tonight following a 126-112 loss to the Indiana Pacers in their last game. Over is 21-7 in Thunder last 28 games following a straight up loss. Over is 8-2 in Thunder last 10 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game. Over is 9-2 in Thunder last 11 road games vs. a team with a losing home record. Over is 6-1 in Hornets last 7 games as an underdog. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-06-24 |
Canucks v. Kings UNDER 5.5 |
Top |
3-6 |
Loss |
-110 |
18 h 22 m |
Show
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5* NHL WESTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET The Los Angeles Kings and the Vancouver Canucks clashed twice in March, with the Canucks winning 2-1 in LA and the Kings winning 3-2 in Vancouver. The over/under is 0-9-1 in the last 10 meetings, and I expect another low-scoring affair in this preview of a potential first-round playoff matchup. The Canucks have not scored more than three goals in any of their last five games, and the Kings have scored three goals or fewer in four of their last five games. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-06-24 |
Alabama v. Connecticut UNDER 161.5 |
Top |
72-86 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 55 m |
Show
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5* NCAA TOURNAMENT FINAL FOUR TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET The Alabama Crimson Tide have scored 89 points in back-to-back games, but tonight they'll face a UConn Huskies team that has held its last two opponents to 52 points each, and its last four opponents to 58 points or fewer. The Huskies will dominate the game and control the tempo, and I expect them to make this a relatively low-scoring affair. Under is 4-0 in Huskies last 4 NCAA Tournament games. Under is 6-1 in Huskies last 7 games as a favorite of 7.0-12.5. Under is 9-4 in Crimson Tide last 13 games as an underdog of 7.0-12.5. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-06-24 |
Mets v. Reds OVER 9 |
Top |
6-9 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 12 m |
Show
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5* NATIONAL LEAGUE TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET I expect to see a fair amount of runs scored when the Cincinnati Reds host the New York Mets Saturday afternoon. Mets right-hander Luis Severino was slapped around for six runs (three earned) on 11 hits over five innings in his season debut. Mets right-hander Nick Martinez gave up three runs on six hits over five innings against the Washington Nationals in his first start of the season. The Reds have been swinging hot bats, and this looks like a good spot for the Mets bats to get going after a slow start to the season. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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04-05-24 |
Warriors v. Mavs UNDER 228 |
|
106-108 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 10 m |
Show
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MIKE'S WARRIORS/MAVS TOTAL This looks like a tough spot for the Golden State Warriors, who will on the road for a second straight night following their 133-110 win in Houston last night. They're riding a six-game winning streak but will now face a Dallas team that is even hotter with eight wins in nine games. The Mavs will also play on short rest, but they've not had to travel, and this is a revenge spot for the Mavs after losing 104-100 when they visited the Warriors on April 2. In addition to the Mavs to cover the spread, I also like the under. Under is 6-0 in Warriors last 6 games as a road underdog of 5.0-10.5. Under is 43-15-1 in Mavericks last 59 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-04-24 |
Warriors v. Rockets UNDER 227.5 |
Top |
133-110 |
Loss |
-110 |
15 h 42 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The over/under is 1-4 in the last five meetings and the under is 35-16-1 in Rockets last 52 vs. a team with a winning straight up record and 8-3 in Warriors last 11 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-02-24 |
Mavs v. Warriors UNDER 233 |
|
100-104 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 32 m |
Show
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MIKE'S LATE-NIGHT MAVS/WARRIORS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER The Dallas Mavericks won 109-99 when they hosted the Golden State Warriors on March 13, and I expect another relatively low-scoring affair when they clash at Chase Center Tuesday night. Under is 18-7-1 in Warriors last 26 home games following a road trip of 7 or more days. Under is 19-9 in Warriors last 28 overall. Under is 56-27 in Mavericks last 83 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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04-01-24 |
Suns v. Pelicans UNDER 225 |
Top |
124-111 |
Loss |
-110 |
14 h 39 m |
Show
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5* NBA WESTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET The New Orleans Pelicans and the Phoenix Suns are coming into the week in sixth and eighth place, respectively. With both teams in need of wins down the stretch, I think we'll see a low-scoring game of playoff character when they clash on Monday night. Under is 21-6 in Pelicans last 27 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. Under is 5-1 in Suns last 6 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-31-24 |
Bulls v. Wolves OVER 212 |
Top |
109-101 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 39 m |
Show
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5* NBA EAST vs. WEST TOTAL OF THE MONTH The Minnesota Timberwolves are holding opponents to an NBA-best 106.2 points per game on the season, but I think the bookmakers have set the total way too low for this Sunday night matchup with the Chicago Bulls. Over is 4-0 in Timberwolves last 4 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Over is 8-0 in Bulls last 8 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-27-24 |
Lakers v. Grizzlies OVER 221.5 |
Top |
136-124 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 19 m |
Show
|
5* NBA WESTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE WEEK The Los Angeles Lakers will play on short rest following a 128-124 loss to the Bucks in Milwaukee last night. Tired legs typically equal high-scoring games for the Lakers, who are 8-0-1 to the over in their last 9 games playing on 0 days rest. The Memphis Grizzlies are coming off a 128-103 loss to the Denver Nuggets, and they've allowed 118 points or more in four of their last five games. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-26-24 |
Mavs v. Kings UNDER 233.5 |
Top |
132-96 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 23 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* MAVS/KINGS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY (10:00 PM) The Sacramento Kings will play on short rest following a 108-96 win over the Philadelphia 76ers and they have held their last five opponents to an average of 102.4 ppg. The Dallas Mavericks have also been feisty on the defensive end of late with only 105, 107, 97 and 105 points allowed through their last four games. Under is 5-1 in Kings last 6 games as a favorite. Under is 55-27 in Mavericks last 82 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-26-24 |
Warriors v. Heat UNDER 219 |
|
113-92 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 5 m |
Show
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MIKE'S WARRIORS/HEAT TOTAL This looks like a great spot to fade the Miami Heat who are in a potential letdown spot after blowing the doors off the Cavs on Sunday while at the same time backing the Golden State Warriors to rally after back-to-back losses. Heat are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games as a home underdog. Warriors are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up loss. Warriors are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games following an ATS loss. Warriors are 14-4 ATS in their last 18 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. In addition to the Warriors to win the game, I also like the under. Under is 10-1 in Warriors last 11 games as a road favorite. Under is 6-1 in Heat last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 8-1 in Heat last 9 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-25-24 |
Celtics v. Hawks OVER 224.5 |
|
118-120 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 44 m |
Show
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MIKE'S CELTICS/HAWKS NBA TOTAL The Boston Celtics have scored 119 points or more in eight straight games. They defeated the Hawks 125-117 in Boston on Feb 7. That game went under the closing total of 244 points, but we're seeing a much lower number for this game. Over is 40-16 in Hawks last 56 Monday games. Over is 8-3 in Hawks last 11 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600. Over is 5-1-1 in Celtics last 7 games as a favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-24-24 |
Cavs v. Heat UNDER 204.5 |
|
84-121 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 15 m |
Show
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MIKE'S CAVS/HEAT TOTAL This looks like a good spot to back the Cleveland Cavaliers to bounce back-to-back losses SU and ATS. The Cavs are coming off a 104-91 loss to the Timberwolves in Minnesota, but note that they're 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points and 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss. They'll visit a Heat team that is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. In addition to the Cavs covering the spread, I also like the under as I think the total is this low for a very good reason as both teams are dealing with injuries. Under is 20-6 in Cavaliers last 26 road games. Under is 12-4 in Heat last 16 home games. Under is 35-16 in Heat last 51 overall. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-23-24 |
Celtics v. Bulls UNDER 221.5 |
|
124-113 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 20 m |
Show
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MIKE'S CELTICS/BULLS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER The Boston Celtics will play on short rest following a 129-102 blowout win in Detroit Friday night. I think we'll see a slower-paced and lower-scoring game when they visit the Bulls in Chicago tonight. Under is 5-1-1 in Celtics last 7 games playing on 0 days rest. Under is 8-3 in Bulls last 11 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-23-24 |
Jazz v. Rockets UNDER 226.5 |
Top |
119-147 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 17 m |
Show
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5* WESTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET On Thursday, the Utah Jazz lost 113-97 to the Mavs in Dallas. They have scored 100, 104, 107, and 97 points in their last four games, all of which went under the total. The Houston Rockets have been involved in high-scoring affairs lately, but note that the under is 14-6 in the Rockets' last 20 Saturday games. Additionally, the under is 38-17 in the Rockets' last 55 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game. This situation applies to this contest as they're coming off a 127-117 win over the Chicago Bulls. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-22-24 |
Celtics v. Pistons OVER 223.5 |
|
129-102 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 59 m |
Show
|
MIKE'S CELTICS/PISTONS NBA TOTAL In addition to the Celtics winning and covering the spread, I also like the over as I expect Boston to keep pushing the pedal to the metal through four quarters. Over is 14-5-1 in Pistons last 20 games as a home underdog of 11.0 or greater. Over is 5-2-2 in Celtics last 9 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-19-24 |
Mavs v. Spurs UNDER 232 |
Top |
113-107 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 36 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Dallas Mavericks are coming off a 107-105 win over Denver, and the under is 18-6 in the Mavs last 24 games following a straight up win. The San Antonio Spurs lost 122-115 to Brooklyn their last time out, but they have mostly been involved in relatively low-scoring games lately. Under is 10-2 in Spurs last 12 home games and 16-6-1 in Spurs last 23 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-18-24 |
Grizzlies v. Kings OVER 224 |
Top |
111-121 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 13 m |
Show
|
MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Sacramento Kings took a 98-91 loss to the Knicks on Saturday. I expect to see more points when they host the Memphis Grizzlies Monday night. The Grizzlies have one of the worst scoring averages in the league and they play solid D, but I expect the high-paced Kings to drive up the tempo. Over is 28-12 in Kings last 40 games as a favorite of 5.0-10.5. Over is 5-1 in Grizzlies last 6 games as a road underdog. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-18-24 |
Blazers v. Bulls OVER 213 |
|
107-110 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 15 m |
Show
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MIKE'S BLAZERS/BULLS NBA TOTAL The Chicago Bulls are coming off a 127-98 win over the Washington Wizards Saturday and the over is now 5-1 in Bulls last 6 games as a favorite. The Portland Trail Blazers lost 126-107 in New Orleans on Saturday. The over is 11-4 in Trail Blazers last 15 games as a road underdog of 5.0-10.5. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-18-24 |
Heat v. 76ers UNDER 211 |
|
91-98 |
Win
|
100 |
14 h 44 m |
Show
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MIKE'S HEAT/SIXERS NBA TOTAL The Philadelphia 76ers are coming off a low-scoring 109-98 win over the Charlotte Hornets, and the under is 4-1 in their last five games. I think we'll see another relatively low-scoring affair Monday night when they host a Miami Heat team on a 6-0 run to the under. Under is 6-2 in 76ers last 8 home games. Under is 20-7 in Heat last 27 games as a road underdog. Under is 27-11 in Heat last 38 games as an underdog. Under is 19-7 in Heat last 26 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-16-24 |
Thunder v. Grizzlies UNDER 219.5 |
Top |
118-112 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 58 m |
Show
|
MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK The Memphis Grizzlies have had their season ruined by injuries, and they've been particularly limited offensively. Defensively, they've been doing just fine, holding opponents to a respectable 112.2 points per game (9th). Under is 36-17-2 in Grizzlies last 55 home games. Under is 9-4-1 in Grizzlies last 14 games playing on 2 days rest. Under is 5-2 in Thunder last 7 games as a favorite. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-16-24 |
Blazers v. Pelicans UNDER 212.5 |
|
107-126 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 59 m |
Show
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MIKE'S BLAZERS/PELICANS NBA TOTAL The Portland Trail Blazers have had trouble with their scoring all season, and even more so of late as they've been held to 99, 106, and 93 points through their last three games. Under is 22-10 in Trail Blazers last 32 games as an underdog of 11.0 or greater. Under is 17-6 in Trail Blazers last 23 games as a road underdog of 11.0 or greater. Under is 7-1 in Pelicans last 8 games as a favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-16-24 |
Cavs v. Rockets UNDER 215.5 |
|
103-117 |
Loss |
-110 |
14 h 0 m |
Show
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MIKE'S CAVS/ROCKETS NBA TOTAL The Cleveland Cavaliers have been one of the best teams in the league on the defensive end throughout the season, and they held the New Orleans Pelicans to just 95 points last time out. Under is 18-7-1 in Cavaliers last 26 games as a favorite of 5.0-10.5. Under is 7-1 in Cavaliers last 8 games as a road favorite of 5.0-10.5. Under is 16-7-1 in Rockets last 24 games as a home underdog. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-15-24 |
Nuggets v. Spurs UNDER 222.5 |
Top |
117-106 |
Loss |
-108 |
18 h 43 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The San Antonio Spurs have played reasonably well on the defensive end lately, with 113, 112 and 103 points allowed through their last three games. The Denver Nuggets are more than capable of running up the score if they want to, but I think they'll be satisfied just to do enough to get the win. Under is 16-5-1 in Spurs last 22 overall. Under is 7-1 in Spurs last 8 games as a home underdog. Under is 22-8-2 in Nuggets last 32 games as a road favorite. Under is 7-1 in Nuggets last 8 games as a favorite of 5.0-10.5. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-15-24 |
Heat v. Pistons UNDER 213.5 |
|
108-95 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 17 m |
Show
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MIKE'S HEAT/PISTONS NBA TOTAL This looks like a great spot to fade the Detroit Pistons who are coming off back-to-back wins as favorites while the Miami Heat desperately need a win following four consecutive losses. Pistons are 7-15 ATS in their last 22 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.eat are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 road games. In addition to the Heat to cover the spread, I also like the under as many trends point toward a relatively low-scoring affair. Under is 9-3 in Pistons last 12 home games.Under is 21-6 in Heat last 27 road games.Under is 12-3 in Heat last 15 games as a favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-14-24 |
Mavs v. Thunder OVER 236.5 |
|
119-126 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 45 m |
Show
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MIKE'S MAVS/THUNDER NBA BOOKIE BOMBER TOTAL The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Golden State Warriors in a low-scoring 109-99 win last last night, but they are still 21-8 to the over in their last 29 vs. a team with a winning straight up record and tired legs might cost them on the defensive end here against an OKC Thunder team that is 6-0 to the over in its last 6 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-14-24 |
Suns v. Celtics UNDER 228 |
|
112-127 |
Loss |
-110 |
12 h 17 m |
Show
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MIKE'S SUNS/CELTICS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER TOTAL The Phoenix Suns are 38-25-2 to the under on the season and 20-6 to the under in their last 26 games. The under is 6-0 in Suns last 6 games as an underdog and 5-1 in Celtics last 6 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Additionally, the Celtics are coming off a 123-107 win in Utah and the under is 8-2-1 in Celtics last 11 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-13-24 |
Cavs v. Pelicans UNDER 215 |
Top |
116-95 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 1 m |
Show
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TOTAL OF THE YEAR ALERT - 5* NBA EAST v WEST MAX BET The New Orleans Pelicans have played lockdown defense lately, holding each of their last four opponents to 103 points or fewer and two of those opponents to sub-100 points. They'll have fresh legs as they've been off since Sunday, and the under is 17-6 in Pelicans last 23 games playing on 2 days rest. I expect the Cleveland Cavaliers to bounce back with a strong defensive effort after allowing 120 and 117 points in their last two games. Under is 5-2 in Cavaliers last 7 games as a road underdog. Under is 5-2 in Cavaliers last 7 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-12-24 |
Bucks v. Kings OVER 236.5 |
Top |
94-129 |
Loss |
-115 |
15 h 9 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* BUCKS/KINGS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Milwaukee Bucks have the second-best scoring offense in the league and the Sacramento Kings are hardly known for their grit on the defensive end with 117.9 points per game allowed (23rd). Over is 17-4-1 in Kings last 22 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Over is 8-1 in Kings last 9 games playing on 1 days rest. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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03-06-24 |
Kings v. Lakers UNDER 238 |
Top |
130-120 |
Loss |
-108 |
17 h 8 m |
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK We saw 235 points with a closing total of 238 when these two teams clashed back in November. The Sacramento Kings average a healthy 118.0 ppg on the season (8th), but that number drops when they're on the road and I think this will be another relatively low-scoring affair. Under is 14-3 in Lakers last 17 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 43-21-1 in Lakers last 65 games as a home favorite of 0.5-4.5. Under is 19-7 in Kings last 26 games as a road underdog of 0.5-4.5. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-05-24 |
Pelicans v. Raptors UNDER 229 |
Top |
139-98 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 39 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* PELICANS/RAPTORS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The New Orleans Pelicans have seen their last five games go under the total and they are 9-4-1 to the under in their last 14 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. The under is 9-2 in Raptors last 11 games as a home underdog. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-03-24 |
Warriors v. Celtics UNDER 231.5 |
Top |
88-140 |
Win
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100 |
15 h 31 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* WARRIORS/CELTICS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY The over/under is 8-3 in the last 10 meetings, and I expect this to be another relatively low-scoring affair. Under is 20-8 in Warriors last 28 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Under is 20-7 in Celtics last 27 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-02-24 |
Nuggets v. Lakers UNDER 229.5 |
Top |
124-114 |
Loss |
-115 |
18 h 38 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY Both teams are dealing with injuries, which most likely will result in a lower-scoring game than the betting market anticipates. Nuggets' Jamal Murray is listed as questionable with a sprained right ankle. Lakers' Lebron James is also listed as questionable (ankle) while Anthony Davis is listed as probable (Achilles), and these are just the more notable names as both teams have more players banged up. Under is 16-5 in Lakers last 21 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 14-4 in Nuggets last 18 overall. Under is 18-7-1 in Nuggets last 26 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-02-24 |
Bruins v. Islanders UNDER 5.5 |
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1-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
16 h 16 m |
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MIKE'S ISLANDERS/BRUINS TOTAL Both the Boston Bruins and the New York Islanders scored five goals in their last game, but I like the under in this game as I think regression is likely as it's difficult to bring the energy needed for that kind of output in consecutive games, even for a talented team like the Bruins. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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03-02-24 |
Rangers v. Maple Leafs UNDER 6.5 |
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3-4 |
Loss |
-118 |
16 h 57 m |
Show
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02-29-24 |
Thunder v. Spurs OVER 235.5 |
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118-132 |
Win
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100 |
17 h 46 m |
Show
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MIKE'S THUNDER/SPURS NBA BOOKIE BREAKER TOTAL The Oklahoma City Thunder are coming off a low-scoring 112-95 win over Houston, but they are 8-1-1 to the over in their last 10 games and they defeated the Spurs 140-114 when they visited Frost Bank Center just over a month ago. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-28-24 |
Cavs v. Bulls UNDER 217.5 |
Top |
123-132 |
Loss |
-115 |
18 h 56 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK The under is 4-0 in the Chicago Bulls' last four games following a 105-95 loss to Detroit on Tuesday. Tonight they'll face a Cleveland Cavaliers team that is one of the stingiest teams in the league on the defensive end and each of the last four h2h matchups has gone under the total. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-28-24 |
Mavs v. Raptors UNDER 240 |
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136-125 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 24 m |
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MIKE'S MAVS/RAPTORS NBA BOOKIE BU$TER TOTAL The Dallas Mavericks will play on no rest following a 121-119 loss in Cleveland last night. I think we'll see fewer points when they take on the Toronto Raptors Wednesday night. Under is 23-9 in Mavericks last 32 overall. Under is 4-1 in Mavericks last 5 games as a road favorite. Under is 8-1 in Raptors last 9 games as a home underdog.
3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-28-24 |
Providence v. Marquette OVER 149.5 |
Top |
69-91 |
Win
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100 |
17 h 42 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* CBB BIG EAST TOTAL OF THE YEAR The Marquette Golden Eagles have put up 105 and 88 points as double-digit home favorites in their last two games. They're a double-digit favorite once again when hosting the Providence Friars Wednesday night. The over is 18-8-1 in Golden Eagles last 27 vs. a team with a winning straight up record, and I expect to see plenty of points for both sides in this contest. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-27-24 |
Spurs v. Wolves UNDER 225.5 |
Top |
105-114 |
Win
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100 |
14 h 50 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* SPURS/WOLVES NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off a 101-86 win over the Brooklyn Nets. They've held four of their last 10 opponents to fewer than 100 points and they are owners of the best scoring-defense in the NBA with only 106.4 points allowed per game. Under is 7-2 in Timberwolves last 9 games as a home favorite of 11.0 or greater. Under is 6-2-1 in Spurs last 9 games as a road underdog of 11.0 or greater. Under is 9-2-1 in Spurs last 12 games as an underdog. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-26-24 |
Heat v. Kings UNDER 226.5 |
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121-110 |
Loss |
-110 |
21 h 2 m |
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MIKE'S HEAT/KINGS TOTAL The Sacramento Kings are coming off a 123-107 win over the Clippers in LA last night. They are 2-6 SU and ATS when playing on 0 days rest and 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games as a home favorite of 5.0-10.5.Don't sleep on the Miami Heat who are 11-4-1 ATS in their last 16 road games vs. a team with a winning home record and a team I expect to make a push in the second half of the season. In addition to Miami to cover the spread, I also like the under. Under is 20-7 in Heat last 27 road games. Under is 7-1 in Heat last 8 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Under is 7-3 in Kings last 10 games playing on 0 days rest. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-25-24 |
Hornets v. Blazers OVER 218.5 |
Top |
93-80 |
Loss |
-110 |
19 h 12 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK The Charlotte Hornets and the Portland Trail Blazers have some of the worst scoring averages in the NBA, but I think we'll see a fair amount of points here in what should be a free-flowing game between two teams with little to play for. Over is 8-3 in Trail Blazers last 11 games as a home favorite. Over is 14-5 in Trail Blazers last 19 games as a home favorite of 0.5-4.5. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-25-24 |
Nuggets v. Warriors UNDER 232 |
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119-103 |
Win
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100 |
17 h 16 m |
Show
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MIKE'S NUGGETS/WARRIORS TOTAL I like the Golden State Warriors to win outright in a relatively low-scoring game when they host the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. The Warriors are playing their best basketball of the season (8-2 SU and ATS L10), but still need to make up ground to make the playoffs. This is also a revenge game for the Warriors after losing 130-127 when they hosted Denver on Jan 4, and things are clicking a lot better for the Warriors this time around. Warriors are 39-19-1 ATS in their last 59 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Nuggets are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games following an ATS win. Under is 7-2 in Warriors last 9 overall. Under is 7-2 in Nuggets last 9 road games.
3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-23-24 |
Clippers v. Grizzlies UNDER 224.5 |
Top |
101-95 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 24 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE MONTH The Los Angeles Clippers will play on no rest following a 129-107 loss to the Thunder in Oklahoma City last night, but I think they'll have a lot more success defending the shorthanded Memphis Grizzlies. Under is 20-8-1 in Grizzlies last 29 home games. Under is 6-2 in Grizzlies last 8 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 7-1 in Clippers last 8 games as a road favorite of 5.0-10.5. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-21-24 |
Kentucky v. LSU UNDER 164.5 |
Top |
74-75 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 42 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* CBB TOTAL OF THE MONTH I like the under when the LSU Tigers host the No. 17 Kentucky Wildcats Wednesday night. Kentucky is 18-7 to the over for the season, but the team has played lockdown D lately and coming off back-to-back unders after holding Ole Miss to 63 points and Auburn to 59 points. The Wildcats are one of the highest-scoring teams in the nation with their 88.2 points per game average, but this total looks too high to me. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-18-24 |
Kings v. Penguins UNDER 6 |
Top |
2-1 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 30 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NHL TOTAL OF THE MONTH The Pittsburgh Penguins are 8-2 to the under in their last 10 games and the total has gone under in eight of Pittsburgh’s last 11 games as a favorite. The total has gone under in eight of the Los Angeles Kings' last 11 games when playing as the underdog. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-17-24 |
Valparaiso v. Missouri State UNDER 145 |
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74-82 |
Loss |
-110 |
13 h 54 m |
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MIKE'S CBB TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER The slumping Valparaiso Beacons have struggled on the offense end of the hardwood all season, and here they'll face a Missouri State Bears team that is 5-1 to the under in its last 6 games as a home favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-16-24 |
Villanova v. Georgetown OVER 139 |
Top |
70-54 |
Loss |
-110 |
13 h 29 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NOVA/GTOWN CBB TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Villanova Wildcats are coming off an 80-54 win over Seton Hall, the third time in their last five games they finished a game with 80 points or more. I think they'll be able to put up a fair amount of points here against the Georgetown Hoyas who are allowing 77.2 points per game. Over is 4-1 in Wildcats last 5 games as a favorite.Over is 8-1 in Hoyas last 9 games as an underdog. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-14-24 |
Wizards v. Pelicans UNDER 233.5 |
|
126-133 |
Loss |
-115 |
13 h 37 m |
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MIKE'S WIZARDS/PELICANS NBA BOOKIE BLA$TER TOTAL The New Orleans Pelicans are coming off back-to-back low-scoring games; a 93-84 win over the Portland Trail Blazers and a 96-87 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Under is 8-1 in Pelicans last 9 games as a favorite of 11.0 or greater and 7-1 in Wizards last 8 games as a road underdog. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-14-24 |
Pacers v. Raptors UNDER 245 |
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127-125 |
Loss |
-110 |
12 h 8 m |
Show
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MIKE'S PACERS/RAPTORS NBA BOOKIE BOMBER TOTAL The Toronto Raptors have been held under 100 points in back-to-back games. Under is 8-0 in Raptors last 8 home games and 13-3 in Pacers last 16 games as a road favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-12-24 |
Spurs v. Raptors OVER 234.5 |
Top |
122-99 |
Loss |
-110 |
14 h 1 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The San Antonio Spurs are 8-2 to the under in their last 10 games, but I think we'll see tonight's matchup against the Toronto Raptors go over the total. I expect a big offensive outing from the home team after being held to 95 points in a loss to Cleveland in their last game. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-11-24 |
49ers v. Chiefs UNDER 47.5 |
|
22-25 |
Win
|
100 |
20 h 20 m |
Show
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MIKE'S NINERS/CHIEFS TOTAL I've backed the Chiefs for profits in every game through the postseason, and I think they're undervalued by the betting market once again here in the Super Bowl. Their defense is so underrated, and combine that with a future Hall of Fame quarterback in Patrick Mahomes and you have a team that should not be an underdog to anyone. In addition to backing the Chiefs, I also like the under as I think the defenses will dominate the game. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-11-24 |
Manchester United v. Aston Villa OVER 3 |
Top |
2-1 |
Push |
0 |
10 h 51 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* EPL SOCCER TOTAL OF THE MONTH While Aston Villa has been going through a minor slump, they're still capable of scoring. Each of Villa's last three games has seen four goals or more and United has been heating up on the offensive end as well, scoring three goals or more in three consecutive games and two goals or more in each of their last five. I expect both teams to score plenty, similar to as their previous encounter where United came from behind to win 3-2. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-09-24 |
Rockets v. Raptors OVER 232 |
Top |
104-107 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 12 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Houston Rockets are coming off a 132-129 loss in Indiana while the Toronto Raptors picked up a rare win when they defeated Charlotte 123-117 Wednesday night. The Rockets won 135-106 when they hosted the Raptors a week ago, the fifth straight meeting to go over the total, and I expect this to be another relatively high-scoring affair when they clash Friday night. Over is 16-4 in Raptors last 20 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Over is 7-1 in Rockets last 8 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. Over is 4-1 in Rockets last 5 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game.
4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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02-08-24 |
Jazz v. Suns UNDER 243.5 |
|
115-129 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 46 m |
Show
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MIKE'S JAZZ/SUNS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BOMBER The Utah Jazz have put up 120+ points in three straight games, but here they'll face a Phoenix Suns team that has been locked in on defense of late. They held the Milwaukee Bucks to just 106 points Tuesday night and under is 6-1 in Suns last 7 games as a favorite of 5.0-10.5. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-08-24 |
Mavs v. Knicks UNDER 231.5 |
|
122-108 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 7 m |
Show
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MIKE'S MAVS/KNICKS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BU$TER The Dallas Mavericks have seen their last four games go under the total, and I think this number looks a bit high again when they visit the New York Knicks Thursday night. The Knickerbockers are bruised up big time; Julius Randle (shoulder), OG Anunoby (elbow) and Quentin Grimes (knee) will sit out while Jalen Brunson (ankle) is listed as questionable, and the Mavs are far from healthy as well. Under is 9-0 in Mavericks last 9 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Under is 7-1 in Knicks last 8 games as a home underdog. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-06-24 |
Bucks v. Suns UNDER 244.5 |
Top |
106-114 |
Win
|
100 |
26 h 53 m |
Show
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MIKE'S LATE 4* BUCKS/SUNS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY The Phoenix Suns are coming off three straight games that saw at least 249 points, but I think this game will go under the posted total. The Milwaukee Bucks put up only 108 points in a loss in Utah on Sunday, and they're dealing with injuries with Dame Lillard listed as questionable and Giannis Antetokounmpo listed as probable. Under is 6-1 in Suns last 7 games as a home favorite. Under is 4-0 in Bucks last 4 games as a road underdog. Under is 21-7 in Bucks last 28 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-05-24 |
Kings v. Cavs UNDER 233.5 |
|
110-136 |
Loss |
-115 |
16 h 7 m |
Show
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MIKE'S KINGS/CAVS TOTAL The Sacramento Kings are 5-1 on a seven-game road trip that will conclude with a matchup against the Cavs in Cleveland Monday night. One must wonder how much gas is left in the tank following impressive wins in Indiana and Chicago, and here they'll face a hot Cavs team that is coming off a 117-101 win in San Antonio. Cavaliers are Cavaliers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games as a favorite. As extra motivation, the Cavs will be looking to avenge a double-digit loss to the Kings in Sacramento back in November. In addition to the Cavs to cover the spread, I also think the total is a bit high. Under is 7-2-1 in Cavaliers last 10 games as a favorite and 14-6 in Kings last 20 games as an underdog. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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02-01-24 |
Pacers v. Knicks UNDER 240.5 |
Top |
105-109 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 14 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK The New York Knicks are 9-1 to the under in their last 10 games. They've ramped up the intensity on the defensive end lately, holding eight of their last 10 opponents to 103 points or fewer. The Indiana Pacers have scored 120+ points in three of their last four games, but I think they'll find it difficult to get good looks against this Knicks team. Under is 7-2 in Pacers last 9 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Under is 9-1 in Knicks last 10 home games. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-30-24 |
Lakers v. Hawks OVER 244.5 |
Top |
122-138 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 15 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Los Angeles Lakers took a 135-119 loss in Houston last night. The Lakers playing on no rest bodes well for an over here as the Hawks can take advantage of an away team dealing with fatigue. Over is 4-0 in Lakers last 4 games playing on 0 days rest. Over is 44-19-1 in Lakers last 64 road games. Over is 20-8 in Hawks last 28 home games. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-30-24 |
Jazz v. Knicks UNDER 233.5 |
|
103-118 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 37 m |
Show
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MIKE'S JAZZ/KNICKS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BOMBER We won with the under when the NY Knicks took on the Charlotte Hornets Monday night, and I think we'll see another under for the Knicks tonight. Under is 6-0 in Knicks last 6 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. Under is 6-1 in Knicks last 7 games as a home favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-29-24 |
Knicks v. Hornets UNDER 223.5 |
Top |
113-92 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 29 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* EASTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE MONTH The New York Knicks have put up 120+ points in three of their last four games and the Charlotte Hornets are allowing 120.5 points per game (25th) on the season, but situationally, I think this looks like a good spot for an under. Under is 5-1 in Knicks last 6 games as a road favorite. Under is 20-7 in Knicks last 27 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of less than .400. Under is 35-15-2 in Hornets last 52 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-28-24 |
Lions v. 49ers OVER 51 |
Top |
31-34 |
Win
|
100 |
41 h 39 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT: 5* NFC CHAMPIONSHIP TOTAL OF THE YEAR The Detroit Lions are coming off a 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and they are 12-7 to the over on the season. Sure, here they'll face a much better defense, but even so, the Niners D has not been quite as dominant as in previous seasons. Detroit has a lot more upside with the ball in their hands than on defense, and I like the over in this game even with this total which is on the higher side, especially for a playoff game. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-28-24 |
Suns v. Magic UNDER 228 |
Top |
98-113 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 12 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK I expect regression from the Phoenix Suns after scoring 130+ points in back-to-back games. The Orlando Magic have struggled offensively for some time and have not scored more than 109 points in any of their last nine games while being held to fewer than 100 points in four of those games. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-27-24 |
Ohio State v. Northwestern OVER 138.5 |
Top |
58-83 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 46 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT: 5* CBB TOTAL OF THE WEEK The Northwestern Wildcats are 12-7 to the over on the season and 7-0 in their last 7 overall. The over is 13-3 in Wildcats last 16 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600 and 19-9-1 in Buckeyes last 29 games as a road underdog. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-26-24 |
Rockets v. Hornets UNDER 225 |
Top |
138-104 |
Loss |
-110 |
14 h 59 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Houston Rockets took a 137-131 loss to Portland in their last game. I think this will be a much lower-scoring game. The under is 36-15-2 in Rockets last 53 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game and 8-3 in their last 11 games as an underdog. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-22-24 |
Grizzlies v. Raptors UNDER 227 |
|
108-100 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 46 m |
Show
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MIKE'S GRIZZLIES/RAPTORS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER The Memphis Grizzlies scored only 96 points in a loss in Chicago on Saturday and they rank 29th in the NBA with their 107.8 points per game. The Toronto Raptors are also a below-average team offensively with their 114.7 ppg (18th). Under is 4-0 in Raptors last 4 vs. a team with a losing straight up record.Under is 18-5 in Grizzlies last 23 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-21-24 |
West Ham United v. Sheffield United UNDER 2.5 |
Top |
2-2 |
Loss |
-130 |
8 h 7 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT: 5* EPL TOTAL OF THE MONTH Sheffield United ranks dead last in the Premier League with only nine points and 15 goals scored after 20 games. Four of their last five games have gone under three goals, and here they'll host a West Ham team that is banged up and 3-0 to the under in its last three games. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-20-24 |
Packers v. 49ers UNDER 51 |
Top |
21-24 |
Win
|
100 |
21 h 27 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* GB/SF DIV PLAYOFFS TOTAL OF THE YEAR The Green Bay Packers put up 48 points against the Cowboys in Dallas in the Wild Card round, but they'll face a much tougher defense here against the San Francisco 49ers in the Divisional Playoffs. The Niners have the third-best scoring defense in the NFL holding opponents to 17.5 points per game, and I think they'll be able to take an early lead and then start to bleed clock. I would lean to the 49ers to cover the spread as long as it's under 10, but I'm worried about the backdoor cover and feel that the under is a much better play. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-19-24 |
Suns v. Pelicans UNDER 236 |
Top |
123-109 |
Win
|
100 |
24 h 48 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK It feels like the public perception is that games involving either of these two teams go over the total 99% of the time, but the Phoenix Suns are only 22-18 to the over while the New Orleans Pelicans have a 21-21 over/under record. The Pels' play on the defensive end of the hardwood is underrated, and situational trends indicate that this game will go under the total. Under is 8-2 in Pelicans last 10 games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous game. Under is 7-2 in Suns last 9 games as a road underdog. Under is 6-1 in Suns last 7 games playing on 2 days rest. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-18-24 |
Grizzlies v. Wolves UNDER 218 |
Top |
103-118 |
Loss |
-110 |
22 h 43 m |
Show
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MAX BET ALERT - 5* WESTERN CONF TOTAL OF THE MONTH The Memphis Grizzlies are 24-16 to the under while the Minnesota Timberwolves are 20-19 to the over. However, the over/under is 5-10-1 in the Wolves games as home favorites. The Grizzlies are severely banged up, and it's hurting them more offensively than defensively. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-17-24 |
Mavs v. Lakers UNDER 242 |
|
110-127 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 17 m |
Show
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MIKE'S MAVS/LAKERS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER Both teams are somewhat banged up; Mavs superstar Luka Doncic is listed as questionable, and Lakers Lebron James also is listed as questionable while Anthony Davis is listed as probable. If either of these three is out, the total will drop and I like the under in this game. The Mavs won 127-125 with a total of 235.5 when these two teams battled it out in Dallas last month, but the previous four meetings had all gone under the total. Under is 6-1 in Mavericks last 7 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Under is 12-4 in Lakers last 16 home games. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-14-24 |
Packers v. Cowboys UNDER 50.5 |
Top |
48-32 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 18 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 5* NFL WILD CARD WEEKEND TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET Sure, the Dallas Cowboys are averaging 37.4 points per game at AT&T Stadium and the Green Bay Packers have looked much better than expected with Jordan Love as the starting QB, but I think this total is way too high for a postseason game. Both teams have played quite well on the defensive side of the ball in recent games and the under is 4-0 in Cowboys last 4 vs. a team with a winning record. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-09-24 |
Wolves v. Magic OVER 218 |
Top |
113-92 |
Loss |
-108 |
14 h 27 m |
Show
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MIKE'S 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY I expect the Minnesota Timberwolves to bounce back with a strong offensive outing following a 115-108 loss to Dallas. They've been held to fewer than 110 points in four of their last five games, but here they'll face an Orlando team that has struggled on the defensive end in recent games. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-08-24 |
Suns v. Clippers UNDER 227.5 |
Top |
111-138 |
Loss |
-115 |
16 h 15 m |
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MAX BET ALERT: 5* SUNS/CLIPPERS NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK The Los Angeles Clippers are 21-14 to the under on the season. They won 131-122 when they visited Phoenix on January 3, but I think this will be a lower-scoring affair here in the second meeting of the season. Under is 11-3 in Clippers last 14 games as a home favorite. Under is 7-1 in Suns last 8 games as a road underdog. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-08-24 |
Celtics v. Pacers OVER 243.5 |
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131-133 |
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13 h 46 m |
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MIKE'S CELTICS/PACERS NBA TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER The Indiana Pacers are coming off a 118-101 loss to Boston on Saturday. They had scored 120 points or more in six straight games before that game, so they were due to lay an egg sooner or later. I think they'll bounce back with a strong offensive outing as they clash with the Celtics again Monday night. Over is 38-15 in Pacers last 53 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Over is 5-1 in Celtics last 6 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-07-24 |
Hawks v. Magic OVER 238.5 |
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110-117 |
Loss |
-115 |
14 h 10 m |
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HAWKS/MAGIC TOTAL - SUBSCRIBERS ONLY The Orlando Magic are 20-15 on the season, but they're only 4-6 in their last 10 games and 1-3 in their last four. For this game, they're down several key players, and I think they'll find it difficult to keep with an Atlanta team that is looking to bounce back from a humbling 150-116 loss in Indiana. The Hawks have put up 130, 141 and 116 points in their last three games while the Magic have scored 115, 135 and 122 in their last three. I think the Hawks will prevail in a high-scoring affair. 3* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-07-24 |
Bears v. Packers OVER 45 |
Top |
9-17 |
Loss |
-110 |
17 h 47 m |
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MAX BET ALERT: 5* BEARS/PACKERS NFL TOTAL OF THE MONTH The Chicago Bears are coming off a 37-17 win over Atlanta. They have scored 27 points or more in three of their last four games, the exception a 17-point outing against a Cleveland Browns team that boasts the best defense in the NFL. The Green Bay Packers have scored 33 points in back-to-back games and 20 points or more in each of their last seven games. Over is 12-2 in Packers last 14 games after scoring more than 30 points in their previous game. Over is 5-1 in Bears last 6 games after scoring more than 30 points in their previous game. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-06-24 |
Texans v. Colts UNDER 47.5 |
Top |
23-19 |
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100 |
17 h 6 m |
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MIKE'S 4* TEXANS/COLTS NFL TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Indianapolis Colts are 11-5 to the over while the Houston Texans are 10-6 to the under. The Colts won 31-20 when they clashed with Houston back in September, but I think this will be a much lower-scoring affair as I expect both teams to be relatively conservative as they're playing for the AFC South title. Houston rookie QB CJ Stroud has been stealing most of the headlines from the rest of the team (and deservedly so), but the Texans defense has been sneaky good. The Texans limited the Titans to three points last week; the under is 5-1 in Texans last 6 games after allowing less than 15 points in their previous game and 9-3 in Texans last 12 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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01-05-24 |
Grizzlies v. Lakers OVER 226 |
Top |
127-113 |
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100 |
14 h 14 m |
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MIKE'S LATE NIGHT 4* GRIZZLIES/LAKERS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY The Memphis Grizzlies are 21-13 to the under on the season, but I think we'll see a relatively high-scoring game when they visit the LA Lakers Friday night. Over is 5-0 in Lakers last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400. Over is 23-11 in Grizzlies last 34 games as a road underdog of 5.0-10.5. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-04-24 |
Bucks v. Spurs OVER 249.5 |
Top |
125-121 |
Loss |
-108 |
15 h 47 m |
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MIKE'S 4* BUCKS/SPURS NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Milwaukee Bucks are coming off a pair of losses as favorites against Indiana. Since the start of last season, the Bucks are 18-4 to the over following back-to-back ATS losses. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-03-24 |
Nets v. Rockets OVER 221.5 |
Top |
101-112 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 34 m |
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MAX BET ALERT: MIKE'S 5* NBA TOTAL OF THE WEEK The Houston Rockets are 18-13 to the under on the season, but they've played at a much higher pace of late with each of their last three games going over 240 points. The slumping Brooklyn Nets have had a hard time getting stops lately, and here they'll have tired legs following a 112-85 loss in New Orleans last night. I think the Rockets will have no trouble running up the score, but I also like Brooklyn to put up its fair share of points against a Houston team that has allowed 120 points or more in six of its past nine games. Over is 6-2 in Rockets last 8 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Over is 5-1 in Nets last 6 games playing on 0 days rest. 5* play on the over.
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01-02-24 |
Hornets v. Kings OVER 232 |
Top |
111-104 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 38 m |
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MIKE'S LATE 4* NBA TOTAL TOP PLAY OF THE DAY The Charlotte Hornets are winless through their last 11 games despite putting up a decent amount of points in most contests. They're one of the worst teams in the league on the defensive end allowing 121.1 points per game and here they'll face a Sacramento team that has scored 117 points or more in seven of their last 10 games. Over is 8-2 in Kings last 10 games as a favorite of 11.0 or greater. Over is 23-8 in Kings last 31 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400. 4* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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01-02-24 |
Flyers v. Oilers UNDER 6.5 |
Top |
2-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
18 h 16 m |
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MAX BET ALERT: MIKE'S 5* NHL TOTAL OF THE MONTH The Philadelphia Flyers are coming off a 4-3 loss in Calgary, but they are 21-13-2 to the under on the season. The Edmonton Oilers have had no trouble finding the net in recent games, but I think they're in a potential flat spot here following a 7-2 win in Anaheim. 5* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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12-31-23 |
Packers v. Vikings OVER 46 |
Top |
33-10 |
Loss |
-110 |
84 h 2 m |
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MAX BET ALERT: 5* PACKERS/VIKINGS NFL TOTAL OF THE WEEK Both the Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota Vikings are in the hunt for a wild card, and both teams have found their groove when on the ball. The Packers have scored 20 points or more in six straight games and the Vikes have proven to be surprisingly competitive with Nick Mullens under center. The over is 7-1 in Vikings last 8 games in December and 4-0 in Packers last 4 games in December. 5* PLAY ON THE OVER.
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12-28-23 |
Spurs v. Blazers UNDER 234 |
Top |
118-105 |
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100 |
18 h 3 m |
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MIKE'S 4* SPURS/BLAZERS NBA TOTAL PLAY OF THE DAY The San Antonio Spurs are 20-9 to the over on the season, but I think the bookmakers are overestimating how many points we'll see when they visit Portland on Thursday night. Sure, both teams have struggled on the defensive end of the court all season, but they're also among the worst when it comes to scoring. The under is 5-1 in Trail Blazers last 6 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. 4* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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12-28-23 |
Pacers v. Bulls UNDER 241 |
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120-104 |
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100 |
16 h 7 m |
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MIKE'S PACERS/BULLS TOTAL The over/under is 3-7 in the last 10 meetings and I expect another relatively low-scoring affair when Chicago hosts the Pacers tonight. The under is 19-9 in Bulls last 28 vs. a team with a winning straight up record and 8-3 in Pacers last 11 games as a road favorite. 3* PLAY ON THE UNDER.
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