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NEW YORK @ ORLANDO

Amway Center, Orlando, FL

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Magic have covered the line in 17 of their last 20 home games.
  • The Knicks have won their last 5 road games.
  • 9 of the last 11 games between the Knicks and Magic have gone unders.
  • The Magic have lost the 1st half in 7 of their last 8 games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
NYK 20 10 10-4 10-6
ORL 19 13 12-3 7-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
NYK 117.3 110.1 +7.2 227.4
ORL 106.7 103.5 +3.2 210.2

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
ORL OVER
+7.5 212.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Mikal Bridges has made 3+ three-pointers in the Knicks’ last 4 games.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns has 4+ assists in the Knicks’ last 8 road games.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns has recorded a double-double in 18 of his last 19 games.
  • Tristan Da Silva has scored 15+ points in 4 of the Magic’s last 5 games.
  • Jalen Brunson has scored 20+ points in his last 7 games vs. the Magic.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns has scored 21+ points in his last 6 road games vs. the Magic.
  • Mikal Bridges has scored 17+ points in 10 of the Knicks’ last 11 games.
  • Goga Bitadze has recorded 10+ rebounds in 6 of the Magic’s last 7 games.

PREVIEW

Separated by two games on the Eastern standings, the Knicks and Magic will meet at Kia Center.

Recently, the Magic blew a 17-point lead, losing 89-88 to Miami at this venue, marking their fourth loss in six games.

New York edged San Antonio 117-114 on Christmas Day, fueled by Mikal Bridges’ 41-point, six-triple performance on 17-25 shooting.

This is their third matchup this season, with the Knicks leading the series 2-0 after wins at home and on the road, during which Karl-Anthony Towns has averaged 22.5 points and 18.5 rebounds.

PICK – OVER 212.5 TOTAL POINTS

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INDIANA @ BOSTON

TD Garden, Boston, MA

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Pacers have covered the line in 15 of their last 16 games following a home loss.
  • The Celtics have won 12 of their last 13 home games vs. the Pacers.
  • 6 of the last 7 games between the Pacers and Celtics have gone overs.
  • The Celtics have won the 1st quarter in 19 of their last 22 games vs. the Pacers.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
IND 15 16 8-5 7-11
BOS 22 8 11-5 11-3

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
IND 114.7 116.0 -1.3 230.7
BOS 118.9 109.8 +9.1 228.7

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
BOS OVER
-11.5 230.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Jaylen Brown has scored 25+ points in 8 of the Celtics’ last 9 games vs. the Pacers.
  • Jayson Tatum has scored 30+ points in 11 of his last 13 games vs. the Pacers.
  • Derrick White has scored 15+ points in 5 of the Celtics’ last 6 games.

PREVIEW

Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Pacers will visit the Celtics at TD Garden.

The Pacers aim to snap a five-game road losing streak against Boston. Recently, Boston fell 118-114 to Philadelphia on Christmas Day despite Jayson Tatum’s 32-point, 15-rebound performance.

Indiana blew a 15-point lead in a 120-114 loss to Oklahoma City yesterday despite Andrew Nembhard’s career-high nine rebounds and 23 points. Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday are questionable for Boston.

This is their second meeting this season, with Indiana winning the first 135-132 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 30.

PICK – OVER 230.5 TOTAL POINTS

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SAN ANTONIO @ BROOKLYN

Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY

TEAM TRENDS

  • 7 of the Spurs’ last 8 games as favorites have gone overs.
  • The Spurs have won their last 7 games when playing with a rest advantage.
  • The Spurs have covered the line in their last 4 games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
SAS 15 15 11-7 4-8
BKN 12 18 5-8 7-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
SAS 111.7 112.8 -1.1 224.5
BKN 108.8 113.7 -4.9 222.5

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
SAS OVER
-7.5 212.5

PREVIEW

Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Nets will host the Spurs at Barclays Center

Brooklyn enters with a six-game home winning streak against the Spurs, including a 123-103 victory during last season’s series, where Cameron Thomas averaged 28.0 points. Recently, Brooklyn upset Milwaukee 111-105 at Fiserv Forum, led by Cameron Johnson’s 29-point performance.

San Antonio fell 117-114 to New York on Christmas Day despite Victor Wembanyama’s 42-point, 18-rebound, six-triple outing. The Spurs have dropped 26 of their last 29 road games against Eastern foes.

This is their first meeting of the season.

PICK – OVER 212.5 TOTAL POINTS

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MINNESOTA @ HOUSTON

Toyota Center, Houston, TX

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Rockets have won 10 of their last 11 home games.
  • 7 of the Timberwolves’ last 8 road games have gone unders.
  • The Rockets have won the 1st quarter in 11 of their last 12 games.
  • The Rockets have covered the line in 7 of their last 8 home games when playing with a rest disadvantage.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
MIN 15 14 8-6 7-8
HOU 21 9 11-3 10-6

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
MIN 109.1 106.9 +2.2 216.0
HOU 113.4 106.5 +6.9 219.9

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
MIN OVER
+1.5 213.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Jabari Smith Jr. has scored the first basket in 3 of the last 4 games vs. the Timberwolves.
  • Rudy Gobert has scored 15+ points in 5 of his last 6 road games vs. the Rockets.
  • Jabari Smith Jr. has made 3 three-pointers in the Rockets’ last 4 home games.
  • Jalen Green has made 4+ three-pointers in 3 of the Rockets’ last 4 home games vs. the Timberwolves.
  • Anthony Edwards has made 4+ three-pointers in 7 of the Timberwolves’ last 9 road games.
  • Rudy Gobert has recorded 13+ rebounds in the Timberwolves’ last 3 games vs. the Rockets.
  • Mike Conley has recorded 5+ assists in his last 8 games vs. the Rockets.
  • Rudy Gobert has recorded a double-double in 6 of his last 7 games vs. the Rockets.
  • Alperen Sengun has recorded 4+ assists in 12 of the Rockets’ last 13 games.
  • Dillon Brooks has scored 26+ points in his last 2 games.
  • Alperen Sengun has scored 20+ points in the Rockets’ last 4 home games.
  • Jabari Smith Jr. has scored 15+ points in the Rockets’ last 3 home games.

PREVIEW

Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Rockets will host the Timberwolves at Toyota Center.

Recently, Houston defeated New Orleans 128-111, led by Jalen Green’s 30-point outing and VanVleet’s 25-point effort. The Rockets have won eight straight when VanVleet and Green combine for 50+ points.

Minnesota upset Dallas 105-99 on Christmas Day, with Anthony Edwards scoring 26 points and Julius Randle adding 23 points and 10 rebounds.

This is their second meeting of the season, with Houston winning the first 117-111 at Target Center on November 26 behind Fred VanVleet’s 27-point, 11-assist, six-triple.

PICK – MINNESOTA +1.5

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MEMPHIS @ NEW ORLEANS

Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Pelicans’ last 4 games on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone overs.
  • The Grizzlies have won their last 12 games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • The Grizzlies have won the 1st quarter in 11 of their last 12 games vs. the Pelicans.
  • The Grizzlies have covered the line in 18 of their last 23 games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
MEM 21 10 14-4 7-6
NO 5 26 4-12 1-14

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
MEM 123.7 113.4 +10.3 237.1
NO 105.9 117.5 -11.6 223.4

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
MEM UNDER
-8.0 238.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Desmond Bane has scored the first basket in 4 of his last 7 games.
  • Desmond Bane has 7+ assists in 5 of the Grizzlies’ last 6 games.
  • Trey Murphy III has scored 16+ points in the Pelicans’ last 9 games.
  • Ja Morant has scored 27+ points in his last 4 games vs. the Pelicans.
  • Dejounte Murray has scored 21+ points in 5 of his last 6 games vs. the Grizzlies.
  • Desmond Bane has scored 15+ points in the Grizzlies’ last 4 games.

PREVIEW

At opposite ends of the Western standings, the Grizzlies and Pelicans will meet at Smoothie King Center.

Last time out, New Orleans fell 128-111 to Houston, marking their 17th loss in 18 games.

Memphis dominated Toronto 155-126 yesterday, led by Jaren Jackson Jr.’s 21-point, 11-rebound, six-assist display and Zach Edey’s 21-point, 16-rebound outing. The Grizzlies, 10-2 when Jackson Jr. scores 20+, aim to snap a four-game road losing streak in conference play.

This is their second meeting of the season, with the Grizzlies winning the first 120-109 on November 29 at FedExForum.

PICK – UNDER 238.5 TOTAL POINTS

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CLEVELAND @ DENVER

Ball Arena, Denver, CO

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Cavaliers have covered the line in 9 of their last 10 games vs. teams with a winning record.
  • The Cavaliers have won 9 of their last 10 games.
  • The last 6 games between the Cavaliers and Nuggets have gone overs.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
CLE 26 4 17-1 9-3
DEN 16 12 8-4 8-8

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
CLE 121.8 110.2 +11.6 232.0
DEN 119.1 116.1 +3.0 235.2

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
DEN OVER
+2.5 237.0

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Nikola Jokic has scored the first basket in 4 of the Nuggets’ last 6 games vs. the Cavaliers.
  • Jarrett Allen has scored 13+ points in his last 6 road games vs. the Nuggets.
  • Evan Mobley has scored 19+ points in 6 of his last 8 games.
  • Nikola Jokic has made 2+ three-pointers in the Nuggets’ last 6 home games.
  • Michael Porter Jr. has made 3+ three-pointers in his last 8 games vs. the Cavaliers.
  • Donovan Mitchell has made 4+ three-pointers in 7 of the Cavaliers’ last 10 games.
  • Darius Garland has recorded 3+ rebounds in 5 of the Cavaliers’ last 6 games.
  • Nikola Jokic has recorded 15+ rebounds in 4 of the Nuggets’ last 5 games vs. the Cavaliers.
  • Evan Mobley has recorded 4+ assists in the Cavaliers’ last 3 games.
  • Jamal Murray has recorded 6+ assists in 14 of his last 17 games.
  • Darius Garland has scored 21+ points in 5 of his last 6 games vs. the Nuggets.
  • Nikola Jokic has scored 30+ points in 5 of the Nuggets’ last 7 home games.

PREVIEW

Set to meet for the second time this season, the Cavaliers and Nuggets will face off at Ball Arena.

Last time on the court, Denver fell 110-100 to Phoenix on Christmas Day despite Nikola Jokic’s 25-point, 15-rebound outing. The Nuggets are 13-3 in their last 16 games against Eastern Conference teams.

Cleveland defeated Utah 124-113 on Monday, led by Evan Mobley’s 22-point, 10-rebound, three-block effort and Donovan Mitchell’s 22-point, seven-assist, three-steal display. The Cavaliers have won seven straight against the West. Aaron Gordon is out for Denver.

The Cavaliers claimed their first meeting 126-114 on December 5 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

PICK – OVER 237.0 TOTAL POINTS

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DALLAS @ PHOENIX

Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ

TEAM TRENDS

  • The last 5 games between the Mavericks and Suns have gone unders.
  • The Suns have won 12 of their last 16 games vs. the Mavericks at Footprint Center.
  • The Mavericks have won the 1st half in their last 7 games as underdogs vs. the Suns.
  • The Suns have covered the line in their last 4 home games vs. teams with a winning record.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
DAL 19 11 10-5 9-6
PHX 15 14 10-6 5-8

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
DAL 118.2 111.8 +6.4 230.0
PHX 113.3 114.6 -1.3 227.9

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
PHX OVER
-1.0 224.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Tyus Jones has scored 16+ points in 5 of the Suns’ last 6 home games.
  • Kevin Durant has scored 30+ points in 6 of the Suns’ last 9 games with Devin Booker out.
  • Bradley Beal has made 3+ three-pointers in the Suns’ last 4 games with Devin Booker out.
  • Kevin Durant has made 3+ three-pointers in 6 of the Suns’ last 8 games as home favorites.
  • P.J. Washington has recorded 10+ rebounds in the Mavericks’ last 5 road games with Luka Doncic out.
  • Kyrie Irving has recorded 6+ assists in his last 12 games with Luka Doncic out.
  • Kyrie Irving has scored 26+ points in 6 of his last 7 games vs. the Suns.
  • Bradley Beal has scored 20+ points in 5 of his last 6 games vs. the Mavericks.

PREVIEW

Last time out, Phoenix defeated Denver 110-100 at home, led by Bradley Beal’s 27-point, four-steal performance, improving to 8-1 in their last nine home conference games despite Devin Booker’s absence (out).

Dallas fell 105-99 to Minnesota on Christmas Day despite Kyrie Irving’s 39-point display. The Mavericks face a tough stretch as Luka Doncic is out for at least a month with a calf strain, and Dereck Lively II is questionable.

The Suns lead the season series 2-0, with Kevin Durant averaging 28.5 points across those wins.

PICK – PHOENIX -1.0

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GOLDEN STATE @ LA CLIPPERS

Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Warriors’ last 8 road games have gone under the total points line.
  • The Clippers have won their last 6 home games vs. the Warriors.
  • The Clippers have covered the line in their last 4 games vs. the Warriors.
  • The Warriors have lost the 1st half in 7 of their last 8 games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
GS 15 14 7-7 8-7
LAC 17 13 10-6 7-7

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
GS 112.8 111.0 +1.8 223.8
LAC 109.6 107.6 +2.0 217.2

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
LAC OVER
-4.5 212.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Norman Powell has made 4+ three-pointers in 6 of the Clippers’ last 7 games as home favorites.
  • James Harden has recorded 9+ assists in his last 4 home games vs. the Warriors.
  • James Harden has scored 20+ points in the Clippers’ last 6 games as favorites.
  • Norman Powell has scored 28+ points in the Clippers’ last 4 games.
  • James Harden has recorded 6+ rebounds in the Clippers’ last 4 games vs. the Warriors.
  • Ivica Zubac has recorded 15+ rebounds in the Clippers’ last 3 games.

PREVIEW

Recently, Phoenix defeated Denver 110-100 at home, led by Bradley Beal’s 27-point, four-steal performance, improving to 8-1 in their last nine home conference games despite Devin Booker’s absence (out).

Dallas fell 105-99 to Minnesota on Christmas Day despite Kyrie Irving’s 39-point display. The Mavericks face a tough stretch as Luka Doncic is out for at least a month with a calf strain, and Dereck Lively II is questionable.

The Suns lead the season series 2-0, with Kevin Durant averaging 28.5 points across those wins.

PICK – LA CLIPPERS -4.5

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