Detroit Pistons at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Detroit Pistons at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Celtics (41-17) host the Detroit Pistons (15-43) at TD Garden Wednesday. Tip-off will be at 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pistons lost to the Toronto Raptors 119-118 Sunday, covering the spread and nearly pulling off the upset as 11-point underdogs. They have covered the spread in 5 of their last 10 games, hovering at 25-30-3 against the spread (ATS) on the year. Detroit has lost 7 of its last 10 games and own’s the 3rd-worst record in the NBA.

The Celtics had a 4-game win streak snapped Tuesday with a 131-125 overtime to the Milwaukee Bucks. The shorthanded Celts were 9.5-point road underdogs, so they still managed to cover the spread, which they’ve now done in 5 straight outings. Boston owns the best record in the NBA, a half-game ahead of the Bucks in the Eastern Conference.

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Pistons at Celtics odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:53 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Pistons +305 (bet $100 to win $305) | Celtics -370 (bet $370 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Piston +8.5 (-110) | Celtics -8.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pistons at Celtics key injuries

Pistons

  • F Marvin Bagley III (finger) out

Celtics

  • Not yet submitted

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pistons at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 115, Pistons 106

Moneyline

The Celtics (-370) are expected to a handful of injury questions coming into this game as G Jaylen Brown is excepted out while F Jayson Tatum, G Marcus Smart and C Al Horford will all likely be questionable when the official injury report is submitted.

However, this line isn’t close to being worth a bet as risking nearly 4 times your potential return is a bad long-term strategy. The Pistons (+310) also aren’t playing well enough right now to warrant a straight-up bet at even if Tatum and Celtics starters are ruled out.

PASS.

Against the spread

The spread will hinge on the Celtics’ health updates that will come before tip-off. If Tatum and Smart are active, the spread could move further in Boston’s direction. If they’re ruled out, it could slip to -5 or -6. Either way, I like the Celtics to cover anything under 10 points.

The Celtics are 11-7 ATS when favored by between 7.5 and 9.5 points. The Pistons are 6-8-2 as underdogs in that range. Boston is a good bounce-back team and should get back on track after a tough road loss to Milwaukee.

BET CELTICS -8.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Pistons are 2-0 to the Over in their last 2 games and the Celtics are 3-0 to the Over in their last 3. However, the Under was 6-0 in the Pistons’ previous 6 games and 3-0 in the Celtics’ previous 3.

Boston is taking a ton of 3s and if they go cold at all from deep, the total in this game could go fall short. Get the UNDER 227.5 (-115) before the Celtics’ injury updates come out.

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NFL Picks: Office pool pick’em – Super Bowl LVII

Use our staff’s weekly pick’em against the spread and straight up for the win.

NFL picks are provided for straight up (moneyline) and against the spread (ATS) NFL pick pools.

Each week’s spread picks are graded by the line as of when the person entered their picks. This will create situations in which a movement of the line can result in two participants having the correct pick but with different teams chosen during an individual game.

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Super Bowl LVII picks: moneyline & against the spread


Season-to-date rankings: moneyline


Season-to-date rankings: ATS


NFL all-time picks leaderboard: moneyline

Straight Up DMD SG KP HS CC CJB HCG
2021 Record 167-104-1 159-112-1 179-92-1 176-95-1 175-96-1 176-95-1 174-97-1
2020 Record 161-94-1 161-94-1 165-90-1 164-91-1 174-81-1 166-89-1 172-83-1
2019 Record 162-93-1 156-99-1 161-94-1 161-94-1 164-91-1 157-98-1 163-92-1
2018 Record 167-87-2 158-96-2 179-75-2 153-101-2 165-89-2 157-97-2 n/a
2017 Record 168-88 161-95 171-85 165-91 180-76 160-96 n/a
2016 Record 157-97-2 149-105-2 156-98-2 152-102-2 156-98-2 139-115-2 n/a
2015 Record 154-102 137-119 156-100 155-101 165-91 n/a n/a
2014 Record 166-89-1 158-97-1 164-91-1 163-92-1 177-78-1 n/a n/a
2013 Record 163-92-1 160-95-1 170-85-1 153-102-1 n/a n/a n/a
Accuracy entering 2022 1,465-846-9
(63.1%)
1,399-912-9
(60.3%)
1,501-801-9
(64.7%)
1,442-869-9
(62.2%)
1,356-700-8
(65.7%)
955-590-7
(61.5%)
509-272-3
(64.9%)

NFL all-time picks leaderboard: ATS

ATS DMD SG KP HS CC CJB HCG
2021 Record 141-130-1 142-129-1 154-117-1 136-135-1 152-119-1 143-128-1 151-120-1
2020 Record 118-138 122-134 123-133 129-127 130-126 143-113 130-126
2019 Record 121-135 133-123 133-123 139-117 121-135 137-119 139-117
2018 Record 132-124 131-125 145-111 133-123 132-124 130-126 n/a
2017 Record 129-127 136-120 135-121 132-124 136-120 131-125 n/a
2016 Record 110-146 125-131 127-129 124-132 132-124 127-129 n/a
2015 Record 125-131 121-135 126-130 123-133 141-115 n/a n/a
2014 Record 122-134 124-132 143-113 132-124 123-133 n/a n/a
2013 Record 115-136-5 119-132-5 117-134-5 117-134-5 n/a n/a n/a
Accuracy entering 2022 1,113-1,201-6
(48.1%)
1,153-1,161-6
(50.7%)
1,203-1,111-6
(51.9%)
1,165-1,149-6
(50.2%)
1,067-996-1
(51.7%)
811-740-1
(52.3%)
420-363-1
(54.1%)

DMD – David Dorey, SG – Steve Gallo, KP – Ken Pomponio, HS – Harley Schultz, CC – Cletis Cutts, CJB – Cory Bonini, HCG – HC Green


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Houston Rockets at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Houston Rockets at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Rockets (13-42) are on the road Friday as they visit the Miami Heat (30-25). Tip-off from Miami-Dade Arena will be at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Heat odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Rockets have lost 4 straight games and own the worst record in the NBA. Their last 2 losses came to the Sacramento Kings, although they did cover the spread as 8.5-point underdogs in Wednesday’s 130-128 loss. SG Jalen Green leads the team in scoring at 22 points per game.

The Heat snapped a 2-game losing streak on Wednesday when they beat the Indiana Pacers 116-111, but failed to cover the spread as 6.5-point favorites. SF Jimmy Butler is the leading scorer at 22 points per game, but C Bam Adebayo and PG Tyler Herro are also averaging 20-plus points per game.

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Rockets at Heat odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rockets +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Heat -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rockets +11.5 (-105) | Heat -11.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Rockets at Heat key injuries

Rockets

  • SG Kevin Porter Jr. (foot) out

Heat

  • PG Kyle Lowry (knee) out
  • SG Victor Oladipo (ankle) out
  • SF Duncan Robinson (finger) out
  • SG Gabe Vincent (ankle) probable
  • C Omer Yurtseven (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Rockets at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 114, Rockets 107

Moneyline

This is a lopsided contest between the worst team in the league and a contender in the East – albeit, a banged-up one. The Heat should win this game, but there’s no way I’m betting on the money line at -700. PASS.

Against the spread

The Heat are 6-4 in their last 10 games, but they’ve really struggled to cover the spread. They’re just 3-7 ATS in that span, with 6 of those losses coming as favorites. They’ve failed to cover in each of their last 3 games.

The Rockets are 5-5 ATS in their last 10 games, all as underdogs.

According to Covers, the Rockets are 5-6 ATS when underdogs of 10-12 points. The Heat have only been favored by 10-12 points once, failing to cover in that game. They’re 0-2 overall when favored by at least 10 points.

BET ROCKETS +11.5 (-105) to cover the spread on the road against a shorthanded Heat team.

Over/Under

The total has gone Over in each of the Rockets’ last 4 games, but that’s largely because of poor defense. They’ve allowed at least 130 points in their last 3 games, which includes a 153-121 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. They haven’t been good defensively, but they’re now playing a team that doesn’t play very fast in the Heat.

BET UNDER 221.5 (-105) in this one.

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Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia 76ers (34-18) visit the Boston Celtics (38-16) Wednesday  at TD Garden in their 2nd meeting of the season. Tip-off will be at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the 76ers vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The 76ers lost Sunday to the New York Knicks 108-97 as 4.5-point favorites, snapping their 2-game winning streak. Prior to that loss, the 76ers had won 8 straight road games. They’re still 30-22 ATS this season, among the best records in the NBA. Unfortunately, they could be without their top player as C Joel Embiid is uncertain to play due to a foot injury.

The Celtics bounced back from a bad loss to the Phoenix Suns by beating the Detroit Pistons convincingly, 111-99 to easily cover the 8.5-point spread.  Despite going 3-4 in their last 7 games, the Celtics still own the best record in the NBA, a half-game clear of the Denver Nuggets.

The 76ers lost 126-117 to the Celtics in the season-opener on Oct. 18 as 2.5-point underdogs while the 216.5 Over connected.

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76ers at Celtics odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): 76ers +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Celtics -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): 76ers +4.5 (-110) | Celtics -4.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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76ers at Celtics key injuries

76ers

  • C Joel Embiid (foot) questionable

Celtics

  • G Jaylen Brown (illness) probable
  • F Luke Kornet (ankle) probable
  • G Marcus Smart (ankle) out
  • C Robert Williams (ankle) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

76ers at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 113, 76ers 110

Moneyline

This line could move depending on Embiid’s status, so it might be wise to wait for his official designation. I like the Celtics to win either way but if Embiid plays, the ML should move slightly in Philadelphia’s direction.

At -190, there isn’t a lot of value in taking the Celtics, who have been up and down in the last 2 weeks. I would PASS on the moneyline and instead bet on the spread.

Against the spread

The Celtics have struggled to cover the spread recently, going just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games. They were favored in 9 of those 10 games, 7 times as favorites of 7.5 points or more, but they simply haven’t been blowing teams out.

The 76ers are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games and are 7-5 ATS this season when getting 1-4.5 points, as they on Wednesday. I like the 76ERS +4.5 (-110) against Boston on the road where they’re 14-10 SU this season.

Over/Under

The Under is 6-4 in the Celtics’ last 10 games and 5-5 in the 76ers’ last 10, so the Under has been the better pick for these teams lately. It’s also been an even split, 5-5, in the last 10 meetings between these teams.

Bet the UNDER 224.5 (-108) in this one. The line could drop further if Embiid is ruled out, so 224.5 is a good number to take now.

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NFL Picks: Office pool pick’em – Conference Championships

Use our staff’s weekly pick’em against the spread and straight up for the win.

The Huddle staff makes its weekly NFL game picks every Thursday.

NFL picks are provided for straight up (moneyline) and against the spread (ATS) NFL pick pools.

Each week’s spread picks are graded by the line as of when the person entered their picks. This will create situations in which a movement of the line can result in two participants having the correct pick but with different teams chosen during an individual game.

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NFL Conference Championship picks: moneyline & against the spread


Season-to-date rankings: moneyline


Season-to-date rankings: ATS


NFL all-time picks leaderboard: moneyline

Straight Up DMD SG KP HS CC CJB HCG
2021 Record 167-104-1 159-112-1 179-92-1 176-95-1 175-96-1 176-95-1 174-97-1
2020 Record 161-94-1 161-94-1 165-90-1 164-91-1 174-81-1 166-89-1 172-83-1
2019 Record 162-93-1 156-99-1 161-94-1 161-94-1 164-91-1 157-98-1 163-92-1
2018 Record 167-87-2 158-96-2 179-75-2 153-101-2 165-89-2 157-97-2 n/a
2017 Record 168-88 161-95 171-85 165-91 180-76 160-96 n/a
2016 Record 157-97-2 149-105-2 156-98-2 152-102-2 156-98-2 139-115-2 n/a
2015 Record 154-102 137-119 156-100 155-101 165-91 n/a n/a
2014 Record 166-89-1 158-97-1 164-91-1 163-92-1 177-78-1 n/a n/a
2013 Record 163-92-1 160-95-1 170-85-1 153-102-1 n/a n/a n/a
Accuracy entering 2022 1,465-846-9
(63.1%)
1,399-912-9
(60.3%)
1,501-801-9
(64.7%)
1,442-869-9
(62.2%)
1,356-700-8
(65.7%)
955-590-7
(61.5%)
509-272-3
(64.9%)

NFL all-time picks leaderboard: ATS

ATS DMD SG KP HS CC CJB HCG
2021 Record 141-130-1 142-129-1 154-117-1 136-135-1 152-119-1 143-128-1 151-120-1
2020 Record 118-138 122-134 123-133 129-127 130-126 143-113 130-126
2019 Record 121-135 133-123 133-123 139-117 121-135 137-119 139-117
2018 Record 132-124 131-125 145-111 133-123 132-124 130-126 n/a
2017 Record 129-127 136-120 135-121 132-124 136-120 131-125 n/a
2016 Record 110-146 125-131 127-129 124-132 132-124 127-129 n/a
2015 Record 125-131 121-135 126-130 123-133 141-115 n/a n/a
2014 Record 122-134 124-132 143-113 132-124 123-133 n/a n/a
2013 Record 115-136-5 119-132-5 117-134-5 117-134-5 n/a n/a n/a
Accuracy entering 2022 1,113-1,201-6
(48.1%)
1,153-1,161-6
(50.7%)
1,203-1,111-6
(51.9%)
1,165-1,149-6
(50.2%)
1,067-996-1
(51.7%)
811-740-1
(52.3%)
420-363-1
(54.1%)

DMD – David Dorey, SG – Steve Gallo, KP – Ken Pomponio, HS – Harley Schultz, CC – Cletis Cutts, CJB – Cory Bonini, HCG – HC Green


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Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The red-hot Boston Celtics (35-12) will look to make it 10 wins in a row Monday night when they visit the Orlando Magic (17-29). Tip-off from Amway Center will be at 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Magic odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics’ 9th straight win came Saturday night against the Toronto Raptors, 106-104 as 3.5-point favorites. Boston owns the best record in the NBA by 2 games over the Denver Nuggets, and are led by MVP candidate F Jayson Tatum. Boston ranks 2nd in the NBA in scoring (118.5 PPG) and 10th in opponent points per game (112.2 PPG).

The Magic sunk further below .500 on Saturday night when they were crushed by the Washington Wizards 138-118 as 6.5-point underdogs. Orlando is 4-6 in the last 10 games and the Magic own the 5th-worst record in the league. They could get F Jonathan Isaac back from his severe knee injury Monday night, which would be his 1st game since going down in 2020.

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Celtics at Magic odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:01 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Celtics -325 (bet $325 to win $100) | Magic +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -7.5 (-109) | Magic +7.5 (-101)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -105 | U: -105)

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Celtics at Magic key injuries

Celtics

  • PG Malcolm Brogdon (personal) out
  • PG Marcus Smart (ankle) out
  • C Robert Williams III (knee) questionable

Magic

  • F Jonathan Isaac (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 115, Magic 105

Moneyline

The moneyline isn’t worth betting for either team. The Celtics are overwhelming favorites, so the reward doesn’t match nearly the risk you’re taking in the event that they struggle without Brogdon and Smart available.

I would PASS here and bet on the spread instead.

Against the spread

The Celtics have been particularly good as big favorites. They’re 9-4 ATS when favored by 7.5-9.5 points, which is the range of Monday’s spread. By the same token, the Magic have had success covering big spreads as underdogs, too; they’re 8-5-1 when getting 7.5-9.5 points, according to Covers.

Even without Brogdon and Smart, the Celtics have a good shot to cover the spread, snapping an 0-3 ATS streak against the Magic in their last 3 meetings.

BET CELTICS -7.5 (-109) to cover.

Over/Under

In 3 games between these teams this season, the total has gone Over twice. However, the Celtics haven’t been pushing the total Over in their recent games; the Under is 4-1 in their last 5 games.

With Smart and Brogdon out, Boston will need someone to run the point and distribute the ball. I like the UNDER 230.5 (-105) in this game.

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Miami Heat at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Miami Heat at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Mavericks (24-22) will try to snap their 3-game losing streak on Friday night when they host the Miami Heat (25-21) at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Heat crushed the New Orleans Pelicans in their last game Wednesday night, winning 124-98 on the road as 3.5-point favorites. It was their 4th win in the last 5 games, bouncing back from an 8-point loss to the Atlanta Hawks 2 nights before. Miami is tied for last in scoring this season, averaging just 109.2 points per game, but it is also allowing the 2nd-fewest points per game (108.6).

The Mavericks lost to the Hawks Wednesday night as 2.5-point favorites, falling at home, 130-122. PG Luka Doncic scored 30 points, 8 dimes and 4 boards. The Mavericks have now lost 3 games in a row, failing to cover the spread in all of those games.

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Heat at Mavericks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Heat -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Mavericks +105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Heat -1.5 (-112) | Mavericks +1.5 (-108)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 219.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Heat at Mavericks key injuries

Heat

  • PF Udonis Haslem (Achille’s) probable
  • F Duncan Robinson (finger) out

Mavericks

  • G Tim Hardaway Jr. (ankle) probable
  • PF Maxi Kleber (hamstring) out
  • PF Christian Wood (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Heat at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 110, Mavericks 105

Moneyline

The Mavericks have been struggling lately, losing their last 3 games by an average of 14 points. They’re just 4-6 in their last 10, though they have played well at home; they’re 16-7 at American Airlines Center.

The Heat are finally healthy and have the edge over the Mavericks with their defense. They’ve historically done a good job against Doncic, too, holding him to just 20.8 points per game in his career.

Bet the HEAT (-125) to win outright on the road.

Against the spread

The spread and money lines aren’t much different in this game, with the spread sitting at Heat -1.5 with a line of -105. The Heat are 5-4 when favored by 1-2.5 points this season, while the Mavericks are only 0-1-1 as 1-2.5-point underdogs, according to Covers.

I would PASS on the spread and just take the Heat on the moneyline.

Over/Under

The Heat boast one of the best defenses in the NBA and both teams play at a slow pace; they’re tied for 28th with an average of 100.8 possessions per game.

The Over/Under is obviously accounting for that, with the line set at just 218.5, but I still like the Under in this one. If the Heat can slow down Luka and limit his chances, this game should be on the lower-scoring side.

Bet UNDER 219.5 (-115).

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NFL Picks: Office pool pick’em – Divisional Round

Use our staff’s weekly pick’em against the spread and straight up for the win.

The Huddle staff makes its weekly NFL game picks every Thursday.

NFL picks are provided for straight up (moneyline) and against the spread (ATS) NFL pick pools.

Each week’s spread picks are graded by the line as of when the person entered their picks. This will create situations in which a movement of the line can result in two participants having the correct pick but with different teams chosen during an individual game.

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook

NFL Divisional Round picks: moneyline & against the spread


Season-to-date rankings: moneyline


Season-to-date rankings: ATS


NFL all-time picks leaderboard: moneyline

Straight Up DMD SG KP HS CC CJB HCG
2021 Record 167-104-1 159-112-1 179-92-1 176-95-1 175-96-1 176-95-1 174-97-1
2020 Record 161-94-1 161-94-1 165-90-1 164-91-1 174-81-1 166-89-1 172-83-1
2019 Record 162-93-1 156-99-1 161-94-1 161-94-1 164-91-1 157-98-1 163-92-1
2018 Record 167-87-2 158-96-2 179-75-2 153-101-2 165-89-2 157-97-2 n/a
2017 Record 168-88 161-95 171-85 165-91 180-76 160-96 n/a
2016 Record 157-97-2 149-105-2 156-98-2 152-102-2 156-98-2 139-115-2 n/a
2015 Record 154-102 137-119 156-100 155-101 165-91 n/a n/a
2014 Record 166-89-1 158-97-1 164-91-1 163-92-1 177-78-1 n/a n/a
2013 Record 163-92-1 160-95-1 170-85-1 153-102-1 n/a n/a n/a
Accuracy entering 2022 1,465-846-9
(63.1%)
1,399-912-9
(60.3%)
1,501-801-9
(64.7%)
1,442-869-9
(62.2%)
1,356-700-8
(65.7%)
955-590-7
(61.5%)
509-272-3
(64.9%)

NFL all-time picks leaderboard: ATS

ATS DMD SG KP HS CC CJB HCG
2021 Record 141-130-1 142-129-1 154-117-1 136-135-1 152-119-1 143-128-1 151-120-1
2020 Record 118-138 122-134 123-133 129-127 130-126 143-113 130-126
2019 Record 121-135 133-123 133-123 139-117 121-135 137-119 139-117
2018 Record 132-124 131-125 145-111 133-123 132-124 130-126 n/a
2017 Record 129-127 136-120 135-121 132-124 136-120 131-125 n/a
2016 Record 110-146 125-131 127-129 124-132 132-124 127-129 n/a
2015 Record 125-131 121-135 126-130 123-133 141-115 n/a n/a
2014 Record 122-134 124-132 143-113 132-124 123-133 n/a n/a
2013 Record 115-136-5 119-132-5 117-134-5 117-134-5 n/a n/a n/a
Accuracy entering 2022 1,113-1,201-6
(48.1%)
1,153-1,161-6
(50.7%)
1,203-1,111-6
(51.9%)
1,165-1,149-6
(50.2%)
1,067-996-1
(51.7%)
811-740-1
(52.3%)
420-363-1
(54.1%)

DMD – David Dorey, SG – Steve Gallo, KP – Ken Pomponio, HS – Harley Schultz, CC – Cletis Cutts, CJB – Cory Bonini, HCG – HC Green


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Betting the NFL Line: Divisional Round

The wisest wagers one should make for the upcoming NFL Divisional Round of the playoffs.

We have reached the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs and No. 1 seeds are getting their welcome to the dance on their home turf. For this week’s picks, we take two home teams covering the spread, one Over, and one Under.

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NFL Betting Odds and Lines: Divisional Round

Jacksonville Jaguars (+360) at Kansas City Chiefs (-450)

When these teams met in Week 10, Kansas City had one of its worst games in terms of turnovers (minus-3), yet still dominated and won 27-17. When you overcame three turnovers, built a 20-0 lead at halftime, and kept the Jaguars at arm’s length in the second half, how bad was it? The Chiefs had only three offensive drives in the second half but ran 29 plays and held the ball for 9:39 of the fourth quarter to close things out.

The Chiefs are heavy favorites (9 points at -111 Jaguars, -109 Chiefs), and the weather forecast calls for a rain/snow mix with temperatures in the mid-30s at game time. That doesn’t sound like Jaguars weather. The Chiefs won by 10 with a minus-three turnover number. Imagine if they win the turnover battle? Take the Chiefs and lay 9 points.

New York Giants (+290) at Philadelphia Eagles (-350)

There is always something special about division rivals playing each other a third time in the postseason. They played in Week 18. In a twist of irony, the Giants knew their playoff seeding and the Eagles didn’t. As a result, Jalen Hurts shook off the rust against a Giants team resting numerous starters. The result? A 22-16 Eagles win that featured six field goals and three touchdowns.

In this rivalry, a score like that isn’t unusual, which is why the Over/Under number is a little puzzling (48 points at -109 Over, -111 Under). While the Eagles hammered the Giants in their first meeting this season, in their last six games these two have combined to hit Under this point five times – all by four points or more below this number. Familiarity will come into play and every point will be safeguarded, which again could lead to as many or more field goals as touchdowns. Take the Under (-111).

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Cincinnati Bengals (+195) at Buffalo Bills (-230)

The Damar Hamlin tragedy abruptly ended the regular-season meeting, which had huge postseason ramifications. The Bengals were ahead 7-3 and driving when the game stopped. Had they won, this rematch would be in Cincinnati. As much motivation as Hamlin is going to provide pregame to the Bills Mafia, the Bengals have their own motivation – revenge.

The Over/Under acknowledges points will be scored (48 points at -112 Over, -108 Under). Both defenses have playmakers, but the straw that stirs for both teams is their offenses. Their defenses can struggle and still win games. If their offenses struggle, it’s a lot harder to win. I see both offenses taking chances downfield and enough splash plays will happen that there are too many scenarios (good, bad or hideous for the losing team) that hit the Over to avoid. Take the Over (-112).

Dallas Cowboys (+160) at San Francisco 49ers (-190)

This is an ideal betting matchup, because the Cowboys have a dedicated fan base that has surrendered January money for pushing 30 years. America’s Torn Betting Slip. Fresh off their win against an aging core of a Buccaneers roster, the Cowboy Swagger is back in play and dreams of punching the 49ers in their Purdy mouth are afoot.

The result is that the 49ers are small home favorites (3.5 points at -112 Cowboys, -108 49ers). It isn’t the San Francisco offense that has the team in this position – even though it has been weaponized since Christian McCaffrey arrived. It’s the league’s top-ranked defense. Dallas has a lot of talent, but it doesn’t take many mistakes – in any of the three phases of the game – for a team like the 49ers to take advantage of and exploit. Take the 49ers and lay 3.5 points (-108).


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Atlanta Hawks at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Hawks at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (22-22) visit the Dallas Mavericks (24-21) Wednesday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center will be at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Hawks vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Hawks beat the Miami Heat 121-113 Monday, easily covering the spread as 1-point favorites. It was their 3rd straight win and they’ve covered the spread in 2 of those 3 games. Atlanta is 5-5 straight up and against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games.

The Mavericks have lost their last 2 games, both at the Portland Trail Blazers — and both by 17-point margins. They lost 136-119 Saturday and 140-123 Sunday, failing to cover the spread in either game as 4- and 9.5-point underdogs, respectively. Dallas played to the Over in both games and is 26-19 O/U on the season.

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Hawks at Mavericks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Hawks +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Mavericks -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Hawks +1.5 (-105) | Mavericks -1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Hawks at Mavericks key injuries

Hawks

  • None

Mavericks

  • G Luka Doncic (ankle) probable
  • F Dorian Finney-Smith (hip) questionable
  • G Josh Green (elbow) questionable
  • F Tim Hardaway Jr. (ankle) out
  • F Maxi Kleber (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Hawks at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawks 115, Mavericks 111

Moneyline

The Hawks have gone on a little bit of a run lately, winning their last 3 games, including an 11-point victory over the Toronto Raptors as 7.5-point underdogs on Saturday. The Mavericks are just 2-5 in their last 7 games and have lost 5 of their 9 games on 2 days of rest, which is how they’re coming into this contest.

I like the Hawks to win a close one on the road against a Mavs team that will be without Hardaway and Kleber. BET HAWKS (+110).

Against the spread

The Mavericks are just 1-7-1 ATS on 2 days of rest and they last played Sunday in a 17-point loss at Portland. The Hawks have a 6-2 ATS edge the last 8 times these teams have squared off in Dallas.

Atlanta is 3-2 ATS in its last 5 games compared to Dallas’ 1-4 mark ATS and it doesn’t have the injury concerns that Dallas does. In a close game, BET HAWKS +2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Wednesday has been a day for Unders for both of these teams. The Under is 4-0 in the Hawks’ last 4 Wednesday games and 7-1 in the Mavericks’ last 8 Wednesday games. It’s also 6-1 in the Mavericks’ last 7 games on 2 days rest and 5-0 in the Hawks’ last 5 games against teams above .500.

BET UNDER 234.5 (-110).

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