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PORTLAND @ DETROIT

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Pistons have lost 7 of their last 8 games as home favs vs. Western opponents.
  • The Pistons’ last 7 games vs. Western opponents have gone over.
  • The Trail Blazers have covered the handicap in 7 of their last 8 games vs. the Pistons.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
POR 12 22 8-8 4-14
DET 17 18 8-8 9-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
POR 107.9 116.8 -8.9 224.7
DET 111.8 113.7 -1.9 225.5

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
DET OVER DET
-6.0 224.0 118-115

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Anfernee Simons has made 4+ three-pointers in the Trail Blazers’ last 4 games.
  • Tobias Harris has made 2+ three-pointers in the Pistons’ last 3 games.
  • Jalen Duren has a double-double in 4 of the Pistons’ last 5 games as home favs.
  • Cade Cunningham has a double-double in 7 of his last 9 games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • Deandre Ayton has scored 16+ points in his last 9 road games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • Tobias Harris has scored 16+ points in the Pistons’ last 3 home games.
  • Anfernee Simons has scored 22+ points in the Trail Blazers’ last 4 games.
  • Deni Avdija has scored 15+ points in 14 of the Trail Blazers’ last 17 games.
  • Cade Cunningham has scored 25+ points in 3 of his last 4 games vs. the Trail Blazers.
  • Toumani Camara has 6+ rebounds in 9 of his last 10 games.
  • Deandre Ayton has 10+ rebounds in 8 of his last 9 games vs. the Pistons.
  • Tobias Harris has 8+ rebounds in the Pistons’ last 3 games.

PREVIEW

The Pistons host Portland at Little Caesars Arena on Monday night, wrapping up a four-game homestand.

This is their first matchup of the season, with Portland holding a four-game road win streak against Detroit.

The Pistons recently upset Minnesota 119-105, powered by Cade Cunningham’s 40 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists, extending their win streak to three games—their longest since March 2019. Jaden Ivey remains out for Detroit.

Portland is coming off a surprising 105-102 win over Milwaukee, led by Anfernee Simons’ 28 points, 8 assists, and 5 triples. The win snapped their eight-game road losing streak. Jerami Grant remains out, while Deandre Ayton is questionable for the Trail Blazers.

PICK – DETROIT -6.0

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PHOENIX @ PHILADELPHIA

Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Suns have failed to cover the line in their last 10 games vs. Eastern Conference opponents.
  • The Suns have lost 9 of their last 10 road games.
  • The Suns’ last 6 games have gone under.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
PHX 15 18 10-8 5-10
PHI 14 19 5-9 9-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
PHX 112.1 114.4 -2.3 226.5
PHI 107.6 110.8 -3.2 218.4

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
PHO OVER PHX
+3.5 223.5 109-99

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Tyrese Maxey has 6+ assists in the 76ers’ last 3 games.
  • Tyus Jones has 6+ assists in 6 of his last 7 road games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Kelly Oubre Jr. has 15+ points in 5 of his last 6 games vs. the Suns.
  • Paul George has 20+ points in 20 of his last 24 games vs. the Suns.
  • Kevin Durant has 30+ points in 6 of his last 7 games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Devin Booker has 32+ points in his last 5 games as an underdog vs. the 76ers.
  • Joel Embiid has 26+ points in his last 9 games vs. the Suns.
  • Devin Booker has 4+ rebounds in 24 of his last 27 road games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Paul George has 6+ rebounds in 11 of his last 12 games vs. the Suns.
  • Joel Embiid has 10+ rebounds in his last 6 games vs. the Suns.

PREVIEW

The 76ers return home from a six-game road trip to host the Suns at Wells Fargo Center.

This is their second meeting of the season, with Phoenix winning the first 118-116 on November 4, led by Kevin Durant’s 35 points.

Philadelphia is coming off a big 123-94 win over Brooklyn, highlighted by Joel Embiid’s 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists. The 76ers boast a 29-9 record in their last 38 games when Embiid (questionable) grabs 10+ rebounds.

Phoenix fell 126-108 to Indiana on Saturday, despite 25 points and 7 assists from Durant and a near triple-double from Devin Booker, who posted 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists. The Suns have now dropped eight straight against Eastern teams.

PICK – PHOENIX +3.5

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INDIANA @ BROOKLYN

Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY

TEAM TRENDS

  • The underdogs have covered the line in the last 9 games between the Pacers and Nets at Barclays Center.
  • The Nets have won their last 3 games as home underdogs vs. the Pacers.
  • 5 of the Pacers’ last 6 games have gone over.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
IND 18 18 9-6 9-12
BKN 13 22 5-10 8-12

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
IND 115.3 116.6 -1.3 231.9
BKN 107.7 113.5 -5.8 221.2

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
IND OVER IND
-9.5 222.5 113-99

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • T.J. McConnell has 11+ points in the Pacers’ last 6 road games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • Nicolas Claxton has 14+ points in the Nets’ last 3 home games vs. the Pacers.
  • Myles Turner has made 2+ three-pointers in the Pacers’ last 4 games as favs.
  • Pascal Siakam has 4+ assists in the Pacers’ last 4 games.
  • Andrew Nembhard has 6+ assists in 4 of his last 5 games.
  • Myles Turner has 16+ points in the Pacers’ last 3 games.
  • Tyrese Haliburton has 4+ rebounds in 9 of the Pacers’ last 10 games.
  • Pascal Siakam has 8+ rebounds in 6 of the Pacers’ last 7 road games.

PREVIEW

The Pacers and Nets meet at Barclays Center on Monday night for their second matchup of the season.

Brooklyn won the first meeting 99-90 on December 4, extending their home winning streak against the Pacers to three games.

The Nets are coming off a 123-94 loss to Philadelphia at home, missing both Cameron Johnson and Cameron Thomas (both out). This marks their seventh loss in their last eight home games, all without Thomas. Ben Simmons and D’Angelo Russell are also questionable for Brooklyn.

Indiana defeated Phoenix 126-108 on Saturday, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s 27 points, 8 assists, and 5 triples. The Pacers have won six straight games when Haliburton scores 20+ points.

PICK – OVER 222.5 TOTAL POINTS

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ORLANDO @ NEW YORK

Madison Square Garden, New York, NY

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Knicks have covered the line in their last 6 home games vs. opponents on the second leg of a back-to-back.
  • The Magic have lost their last 10 road games vs. Eastern teams with a winning record.
  • 6 of the Magic’s last 7 games have gone under.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
ORL 21 16 13-5 8-11
NYK 24 12 11-4 13-8

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
ORL 105.3 103.4 +1.9 208.7
NYK 117.8 110.7 +7.1 228.5

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
NYK OVER ORL
-11.0 209.5 103-94

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Josh Hart has a double-double in 6 of the Knicks’ last 7 games.
  • Jalen Brunson has 8+ assists in 5 of his last 6 games.
  • Josh Hart has 10+ assists in the Knicks’ last 3 games as favs.
  • OG Anunoby has 16+ points in his last 4 home games vs. the Magic.
  • Mikal Bridges has 4+ rebounds in 6 of his last 7 home games vs. the Magic.
  • Josh Hart has 12+ rebounds in 5 of the Knicks’ last 6 games as favs.

PREVIEW

The Magic and Knicks, ranked fourth and third in the Eastern Conference, face off at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.

The Knicks lead the season series 3-0 and look to complete the sweep.

New York is coming off a 139-126 loss to Chicago at United Center, despite Karl-Anthony Towns’ 44 points and 16 rebounds, and Jalen Brunson’s 33 points and 8 assists. The defeat snapped their five-game conference win streak. Towns is questionable for this matchup.

Orlando fell 105-92 to Utah yesterday at Kia Center, missing Jalen Suggs due to a back issue. The Magic have now dropped four of their last six games as they seek to bounce back against a tough Knicks squad.

PICK – NEW YORK -11.0

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MILWAUKEE @ TORONTO

Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Raptors have failed to cover the line in their last 5 games as underdogs.
  • The Raptors have lost 12 of their last 13 games.
  • 16 of the Raptors’ last 24 home games have gone over.
  • The Raptors have lost the 1st quarter in their last 6 games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
MIL 17 16 10-7 6-9
TOR 8 27 7-12 1-15

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
MIL 112.3 111.2 +1.1 223.5
TOR 111.2 118.7 -7.5 229.9

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
MIL UNDER MIL
-7.0 230.5 128-104

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Scottie Barnes has made 2+ three-pointers in 9 of his last 11 home games.
  • Immanuel Quickley has a double-double in 5 of his last 6 home games vs. Eastern Conference opponents.
  • Immanuel Quickley has 8+ assists in 8 of his last 11 games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Damian Lillard has scored 30+ points in 4 of his last 5 games vs. the Raptors.
  • Bobby Portis has scored 16+ points in 4 of the Bucks’ last 5 games vs. the Raptors.
  • Gradey Dick has scored 15+ points in 8 of his last 9 games after being held to single digits.
  • Brook Lopez has scored 16+ points in the Bucks’ last 3 road games.
  • Scottie Barnes has 8+ rebounds in the Raptors’ last 4 games.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo has 12+ rebounds in 5 of his last 6 games.
  • Bobby Portis has 8+ rebounds in the Bucks’ last 6 games vs. Eastern Conference opponents.

PREVIEW 

The Bucks and Raptors meet at Scotiabank Arena on Monday night for their second matchup of the season.

The Bucks won the first meeting 99-85 on November 12th, even without Damian Lillard in the lineup.

Toronto is coming off a 106-97 loss to Orlando at home, with Jakob Poeltl scoring 25 points on 11-12 shooting. The Raptors have struggled mightily without RJ Barrett (out), losing 19 of their last 21 games without him.

Milwaukee was upset 105-102 by Portland at Fiserv Forum on Saturday, despite Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 31 points and 11 rebounds. The Bucks have now lost four of their last five games and aim to get back on track against the struggling Raptors.

PICK – MILWAUKEE / UNDER 230.5 TOTAL POINTS

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SAN ANTONIO @ CHICAGO

United Center, Chicago, IL

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Spurs have failed to cover the line in 9 of their last 10 games at United Center.
  • The Bulls have won their last 5 games vs. the Spurs.
  • 5 of the Bulls’ last 6 home games have gone under.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
SAS 18 17 12-8 6-9
CHI 16 19 6-11 10-8

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
SAS 111.5 111.5 +0.0 223.0
CHI 117.9 121.3 -3.4 239.2

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
CHI OVER CHI
+3.0 236.0 114-110

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Josh Giddey has a double-double in 3 of the Bulls’ last 4 games.
  • Chris Paul has 10+ assists in his last 3 road games vs. the Bulls.
  • Coby White has 4+ assists in his last 6 games vs. the Spurs.
  • Josh Giddey has 8+ assists in 7 of his last 9 home games.
  • Harrison Barnes has 17+ points in 7 of his last 8 road games vs. the Bulls.
  • Jeremy Sochan has 15+ points in 4 of the Spurs’ last 5 games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Josh Giddey has 15+ points in his last 3 home games.
  • Coby White has 22+ points in 4 of the Bulls’ last 5 games.
  • Victor Wembanyama has 31+ points in 7 of his last 9 games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Jeremy Sochan has 8+ rebounds in 7 of his last 8 games vs. Eastern opponents.
  • Keldon Johnson has 6+ rebounds in 4 of the Spurs’ last 5 games.
  • Nikola Vucevic has 12+ rebounds in the Bulls’ last 4 games.
  • Zach LaVine has 4+ rebounds in the Bulls’ last 6 home games.

PREVIEW

Set to meet for the second time this season, the Spurs and Bulls face off at United Center.

Their first meeting went the way of the Bulls 139-124 on December 5, moving their winning streak against the Spurs to five games.

More recently, Chicago upset New York 139-126 at this venue, led by Zach LaVine’s 33-point, seven-assist display on 13-21 shooting, Coby White’s 33-point performance and Nikola Vucevic’s 22-point, 12-rebound outing. The Bulls will now be hoping to snap their five-game home losing streak against Western Conference opponents.

San Antonio fell 122-111 to Denver after overtime at Frost Bank Center on Saturday despite Victor Wembanyama’s 20-point, 23-rebound (career-high), four-block display. The Spurs now hold an 18-17 record this season.

PICK – CHICAGO +3.0

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DALLAS @ MEMPHIS

FedExForum, Memphis, TN

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Grizzlies have covered the line in their last 7 home games following a loss.
  • The Grizzlies have won 9 of their last 10 home games.
  • 5 of the Grizzlies’ last 6 games have gone over.
  • The Grizzlies have won the 1st quarter in 15 of their last 17 home games vs. the Mavericks.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
DAL 20 15 10-6 10-9
MEM 23 13 14-4 9-9

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
DAL 116.7 112.1 +4.6 228.8
MEM 123.2 115.0 +8.2 238.2

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
DAL OVER MEM
+5.5 231.5 119-104

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. has scored the first basket in 4 of his last 5 games vs. the Mavericks.
  • P.J. Washington has made 2+ three-pointers in 9 of his last 11 games vs. Western opponents.
  • Spencer Dinwiddie has made 3 three-pointers in 3 of his last 4 games vs. the Grizzlies.
  • Jaylen Wells has 5+ rebounds in the Grizzlies’ last 3 games.
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. has 4+ assists in 3 of the Grizzlies’ last 4 games.
  • Dereck Lively II has 16+ points in his last 2 games vs. the Grizzlies.
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. has 28+ points in the Grizzlies’ last 3 home games vs. the Mavericks.

PREVIEW

The Mavericks and Grizzlies face off at FedExForum, separated by 2.5 games in the West.

This is their second meeting this season, with Dallas winning the first 121-116 on December 3, powered by Luka Doncic’s 37 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 steals.

Memphis is coming off a 121-113 loss to Golden State, highlighted by Desmond Bane’s 22 points and 10 assists, and Jaren Jackson Jr.’s 23-point effort. The Grizzlies remain without Ja Morant, while Bane is doubtful for this matchup.

Dallas fell 134-122 to Cleveland on Friday, with Quentin Grimes scoring 26 points in a game played without Kyrie Irving and Doncic (both out). The Mavericks are on a four-game losing streak, matching their longest since February 2021.

PICK – DALLAS +5.5

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LA CLIPPERS @ MINNESOTA

Target Center, Minneapolis, MN

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Timberwolves have won 7 of their last 8 games vs. the Clippers.
  • The Clippers’ last 7 games as road underdogs have gone under.
  • The Clippers have failed to cover the line in their last 3 road games.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
LAC 20 15 12-6 8-9
MIN 17 17 9-7 8-10

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
LAC 109.2 107.9 +1.3 217.1
MIN 109.2 108.0 +1.2 217.2

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
LAC UNDER MIN
+2.5 214.5 108-106

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • Rudy Gobert has a double-double in 8 of his last 9 home games vs. the Clippers.
  • Rudy Gobert has 10+ rebounds in his last 9 home games vs. the Clippers.
  • Julius Randle has 24+ points in 5 of his last 6 home games vs. the Clippers.
  • Mike Conley has 11+ points in the Timberwolves’ last 3 games vs. the Clippers.
  • Norman Powell has made 6 three-pointers in his last 2 road games vs. the Timberwolves.
  • Norman Powell has 20+ points in 7 of the Clippers’ last 9 games.
  • James Harden has 8+ assists in his last 5 road games vs. the Timberwolves.
  • Anthony Edwards has 4+ assists in the Timberwolves’ last 4 home games.
  • Ivica Zubac has 12+ rebounds in 8 of the Clippers’ last 11 games.

PREVIEW

The Clippers and Timberwolves face off at Target Center on Monday night, separated by 2.5 games in the West.

Minnesota holds a 2-0 edge in the season series, having defeated the Clippers both at home and on the road.

The Timberwolves are coming off a surprising 119-105 loss to Detroit, despite Anthony Edwards’ career-high 53 points, 6 rebounds, and 10 triples (equal-career-high). Minnesota has now dropped three straight games.

The Clippers dominated Atlanta 131-105 on Saturday in Kawhi Leonard’s season debut. Ivica Zubac led the way with 18 points and 18 rebounds, while James Harden contributed 10 points and 15 assists. Los Angeles has a 12-1 record in their last 13 games when Zubac grabs 15+ rebounds.

PICK – LA CLIPPERS +2.5

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MIAMI @ SACRAMENTO

Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA

TEAM TRENDS

  • The Heat have failed to cover the line in their last 4 road games vs. teams with a losing record.
  • The Kings have won their last 4 games.
  • The last 4 games between the Heat and Kings at Golden 1 Center have gone over.

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
MIA 17 16 10-7 7-9
SAC 17 19 9-12 8-7

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM PPG OPPG DIFF TOT.AV.
MIA 111.1 110.1 +1.0 221.2
SAC 115.8 113.7 +2.1 229.5

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SPREAD POINTS RESULT
SAC OVER SAC
-3.5 221.0 123-118 (OT)

PLAYER TRENDS

NBA PLAYER PROP BETS - HERE
  • DeMar DeRozan has 4+ assists in his last 10 games vs. the Heat.
  • Domantas Sabonis has 7+ assists in the Kings’ last 4 games vs. the Heat.
  • Bam Adebayo has 16+ points in his last 10 games vs. the Kings.
  • DeMar DeRozan has 20+ points in 12 of his last 14 games vs. the Heat.
  • DeMar DeRozan has 4+ rebounds in 18 of his last 20 home games vs. the Heat.
  • Tyler Herro has 6+ rebounds in his last 3 games vs. the Kings.
  • Bam Adebayo has 10+ rebounds in 6 of his last 8 games vs. the Kings.

PREVIEW

The Heat and Kings, both with 17 wins this season, meet at Golden 1 Center for their second matchup of 2024-25.

Sacramento edged Miami 111-110 in their first meeting on November 4 at Kaseya Center.

The Kings are riding a four-game win streak, most recently dismantling Golden State 129-99 at Chase Center. Malik Monk shined with 26 points, 12 assists (equal-career-high), 4 steals (career-high), and 5 triples on 9-14 shooting, while Domantas Sabonis added 22 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists. Sacramento continues to excel despite missing De’Aaron Fox.

Miami suffered a 136-100 blowout loss to Utah on Saturday, playing without the suspended Jimmy Butler. The Heat will aim to rebound against a surging Kings team in this critical matchup.

PICK – SACRAMENTO -3.5

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