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TORONTO @ CLEVELAND

Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Raptors have failed to cover the line in their last 7 games as underdogs.
  • The Cavaliers have won 19 of their last 20 home games.
  • 8 of the Cavaliers’ last 10 games have gone over.
  • The Cavaliers have won the 1st half in their last 20 home games.
  • The Cavaliers have won both halves in 8 of their last 9 home games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
TOR 8 29 7-13 1-16
CLE 32 4 19-1 13-3

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
TOR 110.7 118.8 -8.1 229.5
CLE 122.7 111.0 +11.7 233.7

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
CLE OVER
-14.0 234.5

PLAYER TRENDS

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  • Darius Garland has made 3+ three-pointers in 6 of the Cavaliers’ last 7 home games.
  • Donovan Mitchell has made 4+ three-pointers in 8 of the Cavaliers’ last 11 home games.
  • Jarrett Allen has scored 16+ points in 5 of the Cavaliers’ last 6 games vs. the Raptors.
  • Darius Garland has scored 23+ points in each of the Cavaliers’ last 4 home games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • Evan Mobley has scored 20+ points in 6 of the Cavaliers’ last 8 games.
  • Immanuel Quickley has made 3+ three-pointers in 5 of his last 6 road games.

PREVIEW

The Raptors and Cavaliers meet at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, sitting at opposite ends of the Eastern standings.

Cleveland leads the season series 2-0, with wins both at home and on the road, and has won three straight at home against Toronto.

The Cavaliers extended their winning streak to 11 games with a 129-122 victory over Oklahoma City yesterday. Jarrett Allen led the way with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists on 9-11 shooting, while Evan Mobley contributed 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. Cleveland now holds an impressive 32-4 record this season.

Toronto fell 112-98 to New York at Madison Square Garden, extending their road losing streak in conference play to 13 games. The Raptors will aim to break that streak in a tough matchup against the surging Cavaliers.

PICK – OVER 234.5 TOTAL POINTS

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GOLDEN STATE @ DETROIT

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Warriors’ last 9 road games have gone under.
  • The Pistons have won 8 of their last 9 games.
  • The Warriors have failed to cover the line in their last 6 games after losing as favs.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
GS 18 18 10-10 8-8
DET 19 18 9-8 10-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
GS 111.8 111.1 +0.7 222.9
DET 112.0 113.3 -1.3 225.3

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
DET OVER
-2.0 219.5

PLAYER TRENDS

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  • Tobias Harris has made 2+ three-pointers in the Pistons’ last 4 home games.
  • Cade Cunningham has scored 26+ points in the Pistons’ last 4 home games vs. Western opponents.

PREVIEW

The Warriors visit the Pistons at Little Caesars Arena after concluding a six-game homestand.

This marks their first meeting of the season, with Golden State aiming to build on last season’s sweep, where Stephen Curry averaged 30.0 points.

Detroit comes in hot, defeating Brooklyn 113-98 at Barclays Center to extend their winning streak to five games—their longest since January 2015.

Golden State fell 114-98 to Miami at Chase Center on Tuesday, despite Curry’s 31 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 triples. The Warriors have lost six straight games without Jonathan Kuminga (out). In further lineup concerns, Curry, Dennis Schroder, and Draymond Green are all questionable for this matchup.

PICK – DETROIT -2.0

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MINNESOTA @ ORLANDO

Amway Center, Orlando, FL

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Timberwolves have lost their last 7 games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • 7 of the Magic’s last 8 games have gone under.
  • The Timberwolves have won the 1st quarter in their last 7 games vs. the Magic.
  • The Magic have covered the line in 17 of their last 23 home games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
MIN 19 17 10-7 9-10
ORL 22 16 13-5 9-11

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
MIN 109.1 107.7 +1.4 216.8
ORL 105.2 103.2 +2.0 208.4

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
MIN OVER
-4.0 199.0

PLAYER TRENDS

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  • Anthony Edwards has made 4+ three-pointers in the Timberwolves’ last 5 road games.
  • Mike Conley has 4+ assists in his last 7 games vs. the Magic.
  • Rudy Gobert has scored 15+ points in his last 5 games vs. the Magic.
  • Anthony Edwards has scored 32+ points in the Timberwolves’ last 3 games.
  • Julius Randle has 6+ rebounds in the Timberwolves’ last 6 road games.
  • Anthony Edwards has 6+ rebounds in the Timberwolves’ last 3 games.

PREVIEW

Minnesota and Orlando face off at Kia Center on Thursday night in their first matchup of the season.

Last season’s two-game series saw the road team win both games, continuing a streak of visitors winning their last four encounters.

Orlando is coming off a 103-94 upset over New York at Madison Square Garden, led by Cole Anthony’s 24 points and 7 rebounds. The Magic remain without Jalen Suggs (out) but could get a significant boost with Paolo Banchero listed as questionable after missing over two months.

Minnesota defeated New Orleans 104-97 on Tuesday, powered by Anthony Edwards’ 32 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 triples. The Timberwolves look to break a seven-game losing streak against Eastern opponents in this intriguing matchup.

PICK – MINNESOTA -4.0

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HOUSTON @ MEMPHIS

FedExForum, Memphis, TN

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Grizzlies’ last 6 home games vs. Western opponents have gone under.
  • The Rockets have won their last 4 road games.
  • The Rockets have covered the line in their last 6 games vs. Southwest opponents.
  • The Grizzlies have won the 1st half in their last 6 home games vs. the Rockets.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
HOU 24 12 13-6 11-6
MEM 24 13 15-4 9-9

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
HOU 112.9 106.8 +6.1 219.7
MEM 123.1 114.7 +8.4 237.8

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
HOU UNDER
+1.0 233.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Jalen Green has 3+ assists in the Rockets’ last 8 games vs. the Grizzlies.
  • Desmond Bane has 7+ assists in 9 of his last 11 games.
  • Amen Thompson has scored 20+ points in 3 of his last 4 games.
  • Fred VanVleet has scored 15+ points in 7 of his last 8 games vs. the Grizzlies.
  • Desmond Bane has scored 22+ points in his last 4 games.
  • Jalen Green has scored 27+ points in the Rockets’ last 3 games.
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. has scored 23+ points in the Grizzlies’ last 4 games.
  • Amen Thompson has 10+ rebounds in 5 of his last 6 games.

PREVIEW

The Rockets and Memphis, each with 24 wins this season, clash at FedExForum in their second meeting of the season.

Houston took the first matchup 128-108 at Toyota Center on October 25.

Memphis recently defeated Dallas 119-104, led by Jaren Jackson Jr.’s dominant 35-point, 13-rebound, 5-assist, 3-steal performance on 13-23 shooting. The Grizzlies have won 10 of their last 11 home games but may face lineup concerns, with Jackson Jr., Desmond Bane, and Ja Morant all listed as questionable.

Houston enters after a 135-112 blowout win over Washington, highlighted by Alperen Sengun’s 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, Amen Thompson’s 20-point, 15-rebound, 3-steal display, and Jalen Green’s 29 points and 8 rebounds. The Rockets aim to extend their six-game winning streak in division play.

PICK – HOUSTON +1.0

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PORTLAND @ DALLAS

American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX

TEAM TRENDS

  • 10 of the last 11 games between the Trail Blazers and Mavericks have gone over.
  • The Mavericks have won their last 6 home games vs. the Trail Blazers.
  • The Mavericks have covered 6 of their last 7 games vs. the Trail Blazers.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
POR 13 23 8-8 5-15
DAL 21 16 11-6 10-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
POR 108.4 116.4 -8.0 224.8
DAL 116.4 111.9 +4.5 228.3

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
DAL OVER
-7.5 219.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Anfernee Simons has 4+ assists in 18 of the Trail Blazers’ last 19 games.
  • Spencer Dinwiddie has 6+ assists in 4 of his last 5 home games with Kyrie Irving out.
  • Deni Avdija has 15+ points in his last 6 games vs. the Mavericks.
  • Deandre Ayton has 16+ points in the Trail Blazers’ last 3 games vs. the Mavericks.
  • Klay Thompson has 15+ points in 4 of his last 5 games with Kyrie Irving out.
  • Deni Avdija has 6+ rebounds in 6 of the Trail Blazers’ last 7 road games.
  • Deandre Ayton has 11+ rebounds in the Trail Blazers’ last 3 road games.
  • Anfernee Simons has 4+ rebounds in 7 of the Trail Blazers’ last 9 games vs. the Mavericks.

PREVIEW

Portland wrap up a five-game road trip against the Mavericks at American Airlines Center on Thursday night.

Dallas leads the season series 2-1 but dropped the most recent game 126-122.

The Mavericks are coming off a 118-97 upset over the Lakers, led by Quentin Grimes’ 23 points, 9 rebounds (equal-career-high), and 6 triples. The win snapped a five-game losing streak, achieved despite the continued absences of Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic (both out).

Portland defeated New Orleans 119-100 yesterday, powered by Deni Avdija’s efficient 26 points on 10-15 shooting. The Trail Blazers are now 4-1 this season when Avdija scores 20+ points. Both teams look to build on their recent momentum in this Western Conference clash.

PICK – OVER 219.5 TOTAL POINTS

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ATLANTA @ PHOENIX

Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Suns’ last 8 games have gone under.
  • The Suns have lost their last 4 games as home favs.
  • The Hawks have won the 1st quarter in their last 7 games vs. the Suns.
  • The Hawks have won the 1st half in their last 6 games as favs.
  • The Hawks have covered the line in 4 of their last 5 games vs. the Suns.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
ATL 19 18 10-7 9-10
PHX 16 19 10-8 6-11

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
ATL 117.3 119.8 -2.5 237.1
PHX 111.8 113.9 -2.1 225.7

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
PHX UNDER
-6.0 238.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Tyus Jones has made 2+ three-pointers in 7 of the Suns’ last 9 home games.
  • Clint Capela has 10+ rebounds in his last 12 games vs. the Suns.
  • Trae Young has 13 assists in 3 of his last 4 games vs. the Suns at Footprint Center.
  • Dyson Daniels has 4+ assists in 6 of his last 7 games.
  • Devin Booker has 9+ assists in the Suns’ last 4 games.
  • Dyson Daniels has scored 15+ points in his last 3 games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • Devin Booker has scored 30+ points in 4 of his last 5 games vs. the Hawks.
  • Trae Young has scored 20+ points in 10 of his last 11 games.
  • Kevin Durant has scored 25+ points in 15 of his last 16 games vs. the Hawks.

PREVIEW

The Trail Blazers wrap up their five-game road trip with a visit to Dallas at American Airlines Center.

This is the fourth meeting of the season, with Dallas leading the series 2-1, though Portland claimed the most recent contest 126-122.

Dallas is coming off a 118-97 upset over the Lakers, powered by Quentin Grimes’ 23 points, 9 rebounds (equal-career-high), and 6 triples. The win snapped the Mavericks’ five-game losing streak, though they remain without Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic (both out).

Portland defeated New Orleans 119-100 yesterday, fueled by Deni Avdija’s 26 points on 10-15 shooting. The Trail Blazers now hold a 4-1 record this season when Avdija scores 20+ points.

PICK – UNDER 238.5 TOTAL POINTS

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MIAMI @ UTAH

Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City, UT

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Jazz have covered the line in their last 10 games as underdogs vs. the Heat.
  • The Jazz have lost their last 8 home games.
  • The Jazz’s last 4 home games have gone over.
  • The underdogs have won the 1st half in the last 8 games between the Heat and Jazz.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
MIA 18 17 10-7 8-10
UTA 9 26 2-13 7-13

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
MIA 111.3 110.1 +1.2 221.4
UTA 111.6 118.5 -6.9 230.1

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
MIA OVER
-5.0 221.5

PLAYER TRENDS

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  • Walker Kessler has scored 12+ points in 6 of the Jazz’s last 7 home games.
  • Walker Kessler has recorded a double-double in 6 of the Jazz’s last 7 home games.
  • Jaime Jaquez Jr. has 4+ assists in 4 of the Heat’s last 5 games.
  • Lauri Markkanen has scored 20+ points in 23 of his last 24 home games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Tyler Herro has scored 25+ points in the Heat’s last 3 road games vs. the Jazz.
  • Collin Sexton has scored 20+ points in 5 of the Jazz’s last 6 games.
  • Jaime Jaquez Jr. has scored 16+ points in the Heat’s last 2 games.
  • Terry Rozier has recorded 4+ rebounds in 11 of his last 12 games.
  • Tyler Herro has recorded 6+ rebounds in 4 of his last 5 games vs. the Jazz.

PREVIEW

The Heat and Jazz meet at Delta Center for their second matchup of the season.

Utah dominated their first meeting, winning 136-100 at Kaseya Center, led by Brice Sensabaugh’s 34 points and seven triples.

Utah recently fell 124-121 to Atlanta at home despite Lauri Markkanen’s 35 points and eight triples, along with Walker Kessler’s 21 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks. The Jazz have now lost eight straight home games, their longest such streak since March 1982. John Collins remains out, and Sensabaugh is questionable.

Miami upset Golden State 114-98 at Chase Center on Tuesday, with Bam Adebayo contributing 19 points on 9-14 shooting. The Heat boast a 27-8 record in their last 35 games when Adebayo shoots 55.0% or better.

PICK – MIAMI -5.0

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CHARLOTTE @ LOS ANGELES LAKERS

Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Hornets’ last 8 games have gone under.
  • The Hornets have lost 14 of their last 15 road games.
  • The Hornets have failed to cover 10 of their last 12 games at Crypto.com Arena.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
CHA 8 27 6-13 2-14
LAL 20 16 12-5 8-11

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
CHA 106.1 112.2 -6.1 218.3
LAL 111.8 114.0 -2.2 225.8

PICKS ATS

SPREAD POINTS RESULT
LAL OVER MATCH POSTPONED
-8.5 221.5

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Rui Hachimura has scored the first basket in his last 3 home games vs. the Hornets.
  • Brandon Miller has made 4+ three-pointers in 6 of his last 7 road games.
  • LeBron James has 8+ assists in his last 6 games as a Lakers’ fav.
  • Anthony Davis has scored 26+ points in his last 6 games vs. the Hornets.
  • Brandon Miller has scored 20+ points in 13 of his last 16 games.
  • LeBron James has scored 28+ points in the Lakers’ last 3 games as home favs.
  • LaMelo Ball has scored 25+ points in 13 of his last 17 games.
  • Anthony Davis has 12+ rebounds in his last 5 games.

PREVIEW

Charlotte and the Lakers meet at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night for their first matchup of the season.

The Lakers swept last season’s series, including a 133-112 home win, with Anthony Davis averaging 26.0 points across the two games.

Los Angeles is coming off a 118-97 loss to Dallas, despite LeBron James’ 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. The Lakers aim to bounce back and improve on a 1-5 record in their last six games against Eastern Conference teams.

Charlotte enters after a 115-104 upset over Phoenix, led by LaMelo Ball’s stellar 32 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists, 4 steals, and 5 triples. That victory snapped a 10-game losing streak, giving the Hornets momentum as they face the Lakers in this interconference matchup.

PICK – OVER 221.5 TOTAL POINTS

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