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TONIGHT’S PARLAY
HOUSTON @ INDIANA
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
TEAM TRENDS
- HOU – The Rockets have failed to cover in 7 of their last 8 games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- IND – The Pacers have won 9 of their last 10 games vs. the Rockets.
- IND – 4 of the Pacers’ last 5 home games have gone under.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
HOU | 37 | 24 | 20-10 | 17-13 |
IND | 34 | 25 | 18-9 | 15-15 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
HOU | 112.9 | 109.3 | +3.6 | 222.2 |
IND | 116.6 | 115.3 | +1.3 | 231.9 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
IND | OVER | IND |
-3.5 | 230.5 | 115-102 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Houston Rockets will visit the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The Rockets won their first meeting this season 130-113 at Toyota Center on November 20 but will now look to snap a four-game road losing streak vs. Indiana.
The Pacers defeated Chicago 127-112 at this venue, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s 17-point, 12-assist, three-steal performance on 7-12 shooting and Aaron Nesmith’s 27-point (career-high) outing. Indiana has now won eight straight when Haliburton shoots 55.0% or above.
Houston fell 137-128 to Oklahoma City at Paycom Center despite Cam Whitmore’s 27-point (equal-career-high), 11-rebound (equal-career-high), three-block (career-high) display and Reed Sheppard’s 25-point (career-high) outing while playing without Fred VanVleet and Alperen Sengun. The Rockets have now lost seven straight on the road.
PICK – INDIANA -3.5
BET NOWTORONTO @ ORLANDO
Kia Center, Orlando, FL
TEAM TRENDS
- TOR/ORL – 16 of the last 18 games between the Raptors and Magic at Kia Center have gone under.
- ORL – The Magic have won 32 of their last 36 home games vs. teams with a losing record.
- ORL – The Magic have won the first half in 8 of their last 9 games vs. the Raptors.
- TOR – The Raptors have covered the line in 7 of their last 9 road games.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
TOR | 19 | 42 | 13-19 | 6-23 |
ORL | 29 | 33 | 18-14 | 11-19 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
TOR | 110.3 | 116.2 | -5.9 | 226.5 |
ORL | 104.0 | 105.7 | -1.7 | 209.7 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
ORL | OVER | TOR |
-7.0 | 207.5 | 114-113 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Set to play the second of a pair of matchups at Kia Center, the Toronto Raptors and Orlando Magic meet.
Toronto took Sunday’s encounter 104-102, snapping a four-game road losing streak vs. the Magic and taking a 2-1 series lead. The Raptors dominated inside, outscoring Orlando 58-38 in the paint. Franz Wagner missed a wide-open layup in the final seconds, costing the Magic a chance at overtime.
Orlando has now lost four of its last five games, while Toronto has won five of its last seven road games in conference play.
Gradey Dick is out for the Raptors with a pelvis injury.
PICK – ORLANDO -7.0
BET NOWMILWAUKEE @ ATLANTA
State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
TEAM TRENDS
- ATL – The Hawks have failed to cover in their last 6 home games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- MIL – The Bucks have won 6 of their last 7 games.
- MIL – 6 of the Bucks’ last 7 road games have gone under.
- MIL – The Bucks have won the first half in each of their last 5 road games vs. the Hawks.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
MIL | 34 | 25 | 20-9 | 13-16 |
ATL | 28 | 33 | 13-15 | 15-17 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
MIL | 114.4 | 112.5 | +1.9 | 226.9 |
ATL | 116.9 | 119.6 | -2.7 | 236.5 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
MIL | OVER | MIL |
-5.5 | 241.5 | 127-121 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Hawks will host the Bucks at State Farm Arena.
The Hawks lead this season series 2-1, including a 115-110 victory on February 7.
More recently, Atlanta edged Memphis 132-130 at FedExForum, highlighted by Caris LeVert’s 25-point (season-high) effort, Zaccharie Risacher’s 27-point, four-steal (career-high) display, and Trae Young’s 12-point, 15-assist outing.
Milwaukee defeated Dallas 132-117 at American Airlines Center on Saturday, powered by Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 29-point, nine-rebound, nine-assist performance and Damian Lillard’s 28-point, six-rebound showing.
The Bucks have won eight of their last nine in conference play. Kyle Kuzma is doubtful for Milwaukee.
PICK – MILWAUKEE -5.5
BET NOWGOLDEN STATE @ NEW YORK
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
TEAM TRENDS
- GSW – The Warriors have won 9 of their last 10 road games vs. the Knicks.
- GSW – 9 of the Warriors’ last 12 road games have gone over.
- GSW – The Knicks have failed to cover in their last 6 home games.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
GS | 33 | 28 | 17-13 | 16-15 |
NY | 40 | 20 | 21-10 | 19-10 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
GS | 113.1 | 111.2 | +1.9 | 224.3 |
NY | 117.6 | 112.9 | +4.7 | 230.5 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
NY | UNDER | GSW |
-4.5 | 226.5 | 114-102 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, Golden State will visit the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
Last season’s series ended 1-1, with both teams winning on the road.
More recently, New York erased a 19-point deficit to defeat Miami 116-112 in overtime at Kaseya Center, led by Jalen Brunson’s 31-point performance, OG Anunoby’s 23-point, nine-rebound effort, and Karl-Anthony Towns’ 19-point, 16-rebound outing. The Knicks have now won nine straight when Brunson and Anunoby combine for 50+ points.
Golden State handled Charlotte 119-101 at Spectrum Center yesterday, powered by Draymond Green’s 16-point, 12-rebound showing and Stephen Curry’s 21-point, 10-assist performance. The Warriors have won seven of their last eight vs. Eastern opponents.
PICK – UNDER 226.5 TOTAL POINTS
BET NOWCLEVELAND @ CHICAGO
United Center, Chicago, IL
TEAM TRENDS
- CHI – The Bulls have covered in their last 4 games following a loss.
- CLE – The Cavaliers have won their last 10 games.
- CHI – 6 of the Bulls’ last 8 home games have gone over.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
CLE | 50 | 10 | 28-4 | 22-6 |
CHI | 24 | 37 | 11-21 | 13-16 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
CLE | 123.1 | 111.6 | +11.5 | 234.7 |
CHI | 116.5 | 120.4 | -3.9 | 236.9 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
CLE | UNDER | CLE |
-12.0 | 245.5 | 139-117 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
The Cavaliers and Bulls will meet at United Center, with the Cavs leading the season series 2-0, with Donovan Mitchell averaging 36.5 points across those matchups.
More recently, Chicago fell 127-112 to Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse despite Coby White’s 26-point, seven-rebound performance in the continued absence of Nikola Vucevic (out). The Bulls have dropped eight of their last nine division games.
Cleveland erased an 18-point deficit to defeat Portland 133-129 in overtime at Rocket Arena on Sunday, led by Ty Jerome’s 25-point, six-steal (career-high) display and De’Andre Hunter’s 32-point outing while playing without Mitchell (available).
The Cavaliers have now won 10 straight. In further lineup news, Evan Mobley is out for Cleveland, while Josh Giddey is questionable for Chicago.
PICK – CLEVELAND -12.0
BET NOWPHILADELPHIA @ MINNESOTA
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
TEAM TRENDS
- Underdogs have covered in 15 of the 76ers’ last 18 games.
- MIN – The 76ers have lost 10 of their last 11 games.
- 76ers – 4 of their last 4 games on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone under.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
PHI | 21 | 39 | 11-21 | 10-18 |
MIN | 33 | 29 | 16-14 | 17-15 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
PHI | 109.0 | 113.6 | -4.6 | 222.6 |
MIN | 112.1 | 109.0 | +3.1 | 221.1 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
MIN | UNDER | MIN |
-13.5 | 223.5 | 126-112 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Returning home from a four-game road trip, the Timberwolves will host the 76ers at Target Center.
This marks their first meeting of 2024-25 after splitting last season’s series, with both teams defending home court. Anthony Edwards was a key factor in those matchups, averaging 29.0 points.
More recently, Minnesota defeated Phoenix 116-98 at PHX Arena, led by Edwards’ 44-point, seven-assist, six-triple performance. The Timberwolves now hold a 28-7 record from their last 35 games when Edwards scores 30+.
Philadelphia fell 119-102 to Portland at Wells Fargo Center yesterday despite Andre Drummond’s 25-point, 18-rebound effort in the absences of Kelly Oubre Jr. and Paul George. Making matters worse, Tyrese Maxey left early with a back injury. In Minnesota lineup news, Julius Randle is questionable.
PICK – UNDER 223.5 TOTAL POINTS
BET NOWBROOKLYN @ SAN ANTONIO
Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX
TEAM TRENDS
- SA – The Spurs have failed to cover in their last 5 games as favs.
- BKN – The Nets have won 3 of their last 4 games as road underdogs.
- BKN – Each of the Nets’ last 5 road games have gone under.
- SA – The Spurs have won the 1st quarter in each of their last 4 games as home favs.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
BKN | 21 | 39 | 9-20 | 12-19 |
SA | 25 | 34 | 14-14 | 10-19 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
BKN | 104.8 | 111.3 | -6.5 | 216.1 |
SA | 113.1 | 115.3 | -2.2 | 228.4 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
BKN | UNDER | SAS |
+3.5 | 229.5 | 127-113 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Set to meet for the second time this season, the Nets and Spurs will face off at Frost Bank Center.
Their first meeting went the way of the Spurs 96-87 at Barclays Center on December 27.
More recently, San Antonio fell 146-132 to Oklahoma City at this venue despite Stephon Castle’s 32-point, eight-rebound display. The Spurs have lost five of their last six games.
Brooklyn was blown out 115-94 by Detroit at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, with Cameron Johnson struggling to 3-20 shooting while playing without Cameron Thomas (available). The Nets have now lost seven straight when Johnson shoots below 40.0% from the field.
D’Angelo Russell will return from a five-game absence for Brooklyn while Castle is questionable for San Antonio.
PICK – BROOKLYN +3.5
BET NOWLA CLIPPERS @ PHOENIX
Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ
TEAM TRENDS
- LAC – The Clippers have failed to cover in their last 9 road games.
- PHX – The Suns have won their last 4 games vs. the Clippers.
- PHX/LAC – 6 of the last 8 games between the Clippers and Suns have gone over.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
LAC | 32 | 28 | 19-10 | 13-18 |
PHX | 28 | 33 | 17-13 | 11-20 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
LAC | 110.6 | 108.6 | +2.0 | 219.2 |
PHX | 113.8 | 115.9 | -2.1 | 229.7 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
LAC | OVER | PHX |
-2.5 | 224.5 | 119-117 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
Entering the final contest of a lengthy road trip, the Clippers will visit the Suns at PHX Arena on Tuesday night.
This is the fourth meeting of a season series that has seen the Suns win each of the previous three matchups, across which Devin Booker is averaging 27.0 points and 7.3 assists.
More recently, the Suns fell 116-98 to Minnesota at this venue, marking a seventh loss from their last eight games in conference play and leaving them well behind in the race to qualify for the play-in tournament.
The Clippers fell 108-102 to the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday despite Kawhi Leonard’s 33-point, 10-rebound display. The Clippers have now lost four straight in division play.
Norman Powell remains out for the Clippers, while Bradley Beal is questionable for Phoenix.
PICK – LA CLIPPERS -2.5
BET NOWNEW ORLEANS @ LOS ANGELES LAKERS
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TEAM TRENDS
- LAL – The Lakers have won their last 6 games.
- LAL – Each of the Lakers’ last 7 games have gone under.
- LAL – The Lakers have won the first half in each of their last 11 home games.
- NOP – The Pelicans have failed to cover in each of their last 6 road games vs. winning Western teams.
WIN/LOSS
TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
NO | 17 | 44 | 11-19 | 6-25 |
LAL | 38 | 21 | 23-7 | 15-14 |
SEASON POINTS AVERAGE
TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
NO | 111.0 | 118.7 | -7.7 | 229.7 |
LAL | 112.7 | 111.1 | +1.6 | 223.8 |
PICKS ATS
SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
LAL | UNDER | LAL |
-8.0 | 230.5 | 136-115 |
PLAYER TRENDS
PREVIEW
At opposite ends of the West standings, the Pelicans and Lakers meet at Crypto.com Arena.
This is their second meeting this season, with the first going the way of the Lakers 104-99 on November 16, extending their winning streak against the Pelicans to four games.
More recently, the Lakers defeated the Clippers 108-102 at this venue, led by Luka Doncic’s 29-point, six-rebound, nine-assist, five-triple display in the absence of Austin Reaves, who alongside Doncic is questionable. The Lakers have now won six straight – their equal-longest undefeated run since February 2021.
New Orleans defeated Utah 128-121 at Delta Center on Sunday behind Zion Williamson’s 24-point, nine-assist display, Kelly Olynyk’s 26-point performance, and C.J. McCollum’s 25-point, eight-assist outing. The Pelicans have won four of their last five games.
PICK – UNDER 230.5 TOTAL POINTS
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