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Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards sports betting odds, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (14-40) will lock horns with the Washington Wizards (20-33) Friday at 7 p.m. ET at Verizon Center. We analyze the Cavaliers-Wizards sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Cavaliers at Wizards: Key injuries

Cavaliers

  • PF Kevin Love (Achilles) probable
  • SF Alfonzo McKinnie (foot) out
  • SG Dylan Windler (shin) out
  • C Ante Zizic (illness) probable

Wizards

  • C Thomas Bryant (foot) questionable
  • C Ian Mahinmi (foot) questionable
  • C Anzejs Pasecniks (hip) probable
  • PG John Wall (Achilles) out

Cavaliers at Wizards: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 11:45 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Wizards 123, Cavaliers 115

Moneyline (ML)

The WIZARDS (-228) resume play after the All-Star break with a visit from the Cavaliers (+185), the team with the worst record in the Eastern Conference. The Cavs are also under new leadership after head coach John Beilein stepped down, with J.B. Bickerstaff taking the reins in C-Town.

Each team has a victory against the other this season, with Washington picking up a 124-112 win in Cleveland in the latest battle on Jan. 23.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Wizards to win returns a profit of just $4.39.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The WIZARDS (-5.5, -115) covered against the Cavaliers (+5.5, -106), in the most recent meeting, and Washington is 8-3 ATS in the past 11 games at home. While the Cavs should have a little fire lit under them after the coaching regime change, the Wizards are just the better team and they’ll show it.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 235.5 (-110) is the way to go here, with or without Love on the floor for the Cavs. Defense isn’t a hallmark or either side, as the Cavaliers allow 115.0 points per game while ranking 30th in defensive field goal percentage. The Wizards cough up 119.8 PPG to rank 30th, and they’re 29th in defensive field goal %. Look for plenty of points and little resistance on the defensive end.

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New York Islanders at Washington Capitals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s New York Islanders at Washington Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New York Islanders (31-16-6) and Washington Capitals (36-14-5) drop the puck at Capital One Arena at 7 p.m. ET Monday. We analyze the Islanders-Capitals sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Islanders at Capitals: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov vs. Ilya Samsonov

Varlamov is 16-9-4 with a 2.58 goals against average and .915 save percentage. The veteran has actually been heads and tails better on the road than at home, posting a 2.90 GAA and .906 SV% at home, and a sparkling 2.18 GAA and .926 SV% mark on the road. He is 1-2-0 with a 3.39 GAA and .896 SV% in three starts against the Caps this season.

The rookie Samsonov is expected to get the nod after Braden Holtby was tuned up and pulled from his last start against the Flyers over the weekend. Samsonov has a tremendous 16-3-1 record, 2.19 GAA and .923 SV% through his 18 starts and four relief appearances. He has faced the Isles twice, including one start, posting a 2-0-0 record, 0.75 GAA and .970 save percentage.

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Islanders at Capitals: Odds, picks and betting tips

Odds courtesy of BetMGM; access them at USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Capitals 4, Islanders 1

Moneyline (ML)

The Islanders (+155) are a tempting play at this price level, but Varlamov and head coach Barry Trotz’s bunch have struggled against the Capitals (-189). Look for the home side to win, although they’re a risky play with this kind of chalk. AVOID and look to the puck line.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Islanders to win returns a profit of $15.50, while a $10 wager on the Capitals results in a profit of $5.30.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CAPITALS (-1.5, +145) are a great play at home with a moderate return. If it were Holtby in the crease, it would be much riskier, but they’re a better play with Samsonov in net. Plus, Washington took it on the chin last time out by a 7-2 score, so you know they’ll be champing at the bit. Look for Washington to get off to a fast start in this one.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 5.5 (+115) is a value play at plus-money. While the Over is 3-1-1 in the Isles’ past five games overall, the Under is 24-9-3 in their past 36 as a road underdog and 35-17-4 in their past 56 on the road. The Under is also 5-2 in the past seven meetings in this series, too.

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Memphis Grizzlies at Washington Wizards odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Washington Wizards sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (26-26) travel to meet the Washington Wizards (18-32) Sunday night at 6 p.m. ET at Capital One Area. We analyze the Grizzlies-Wizards odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Grizzlies at Wizards: Key injuries

Grizzlies

  • PG Grayson Allen (hip) out
  • SF Justise Winslow (back) out

Wizards

  • C Thomas Bryant (foot) out
  • PG John Wall (Achilles) out

Grizzlies at Wizards: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Grizzlies 126, Wizards 116

Moneyline (ML)

The GRIZZLIES (-129) are a nice play on the road, as they look to replicate the success they had Dec. 14 when they topped the Wizards (+105) by a 128-111 score in Memphis. The Grizz will be in even better shape if they get newly acquired G Jordan Bell and C Gorgui Dieng in the mix.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The GRIZZLIES (-1.5, -115) are a better play laying the points, as you won’t have to pay as much juice. Memphis is 5-0 ATS in the past five games as a favorite, 6-2 ATS in the past eight games overall and 4-1 ATS in the previous five against teams with a losing record. They’re also 8-3-1 ATS in the past 12 while working on one day of rest.

For the Wizards (+1.5, -106), they’re 4-1 ATS in the past five at home, but just 3-7 ATS in the past 10 after a straight-up win and 4-9 ATS in the past 13 following a cover.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 239.5 (-106) is a super high line, but it’s worth a small-unit play. The Over is 5-0 in the past five on the road for Memphis, and 4-1 in the past five overall. The Over is 7-1 in the past eight for Washington, too, and 6-1 in the past seven as a dog.

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Los Angeles Kings at Washington Capitals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Kings at Washington Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Los Angeles Kings (19-29-5) and Washington Capitals (35-13-5) will do battle at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. at 7 p.m. ET Tuesday. We analyze the Kings-Capitals sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Kings at Capitals: Projected starting goalies

Jonathan Quick vs. Braden Holtby

Quick is looking to avenge a 3-1 loss at Staples Center in his first meeting with the Capitals Dec. 4. He allowed two goals on 21 shots in defeat. He has stumbled to an 11-19-3 record, 3.02 goals against average and .895 save percentage across his 33 starts this season. Surprisingly, he is 5-6-2 with a respectable 2.53 GAA and .911 save percentage in 13 starts against the Eastern Conference.

Holtby heads into this one with a 19-10-4 mark, 3.11 GAA and .896 SV% through his 35 starts. He has a sparkling 8-2-3 record with a 3.17 GAA and .898 save percentage in 14 starts against the Western Conference.

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Kings at Capitals: Odds, picks and betting tips

Odds courtesy of BetMGM; access them at USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Capitals 5, Kings 2

Moneyline (ML)

The Capitals (-250) are too big of a risk at this price level, and the Kings (+200) aren’t worth a look even though you can double your money. The Caps have the most points in the NHL; the Kings have the worst record in the Western Conference and second-fewest points in the NHL. This is going to be a beatdown but look to the puck line for a better value. AVOID.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Capitals to win returns a profit of $4, while a $10 wager on the Kings results in a profit of $20.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CAPITALS (-1.5, +110) are a much better value laying a goal and a half. In addition, you can bet on the winning margin in regular time, and the Caps to win by exactly 2 (+500) or 3 (+450) are awfully attractive alternative bets as well. The Kings are 1-4 in the past five trips to D.C., and the home team is 8-3 in the past 11 meetings with the favorite going 4-0 in the past four.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 5.5 (-143) will cost you rather moderate juice, but it’s a nice play. In fact, Washington has the potential to take care of the Over all on its own. While the Under dominates the trends for L.A., the Over is 22-8 in the past 30 games at home for the Caps and 5-0-1 in the past six as a favorite, too.

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New Jersey Devils at Washington Capitals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s New Jersey Devils at Washington Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The New Jersey Devils (17-22-7) and Washington Capitals (31-11-5) tangle at the Capital One Arena in Washington at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Devils-Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

Devils at Capitals: Projected starting goalies

Louis Domingue vs. Ilya Samsonov

Domingue didn’t have it last time out against the Maple Leafs in Toronto Tuesday, as he was bombed for five goals on just 19 shots in a loss. However, he had turned back the Lightning to snap a 10-game win streak, and before that he allowed just one goal on 34 shots in a win in this very same venue against the Capitals last Saturday. Overall, he is 3-5-0 with a 3.55 goals against average and .884 save percentage in 10 appearances.

The rookie Samsonov continues to eat into Stanley Cup winner Braden Holtby’s playing time. He is 13-2-1 with a 2.11 GAA and .925. He wasn’t in net last weekend when the Devils surprised the Caps, but it was Holtby instead. Look for Samsonov to right the ship.

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Devils at Capitals: Odds, picks and betting tips

Odds courtesy of BetMGM; access them at USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 8:15 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Capitals 5, Devils 2

Moneyline (ML)

The Capitals (-334) are overwhelming favorites, and if you’ve read my stuff in the past, you’ll know I choose to avoid favorites of more than -160 or -170 at the max. AVOID. On the flip side, the Devils (+260) pulled an upset last time they visited last week, but it’s not going to happen again.

New to sports betting? Every $10 wagered on the Capitals ML will only profit $2.99 if they win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

You’ll still have to lay money if you plan to bet the CAPITALS (-1.5, -115) on the puck line, but it’s almost even-money. You can expect Washington to be awfully angry after being embarrassed by these same Devils last weekend. If you’re believing in the Devils (+1.5, -106), or you feel this game will be a close one, New Jersey is nearly even-money catching a goal and a half. I’m not buying it, though.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 6.5 (+105) is worth a small-unit wager at plus-money. The Over has hit in nine of the past 13 games overall for the Devils, and five of their past seven road outings. In addition, they’re playing their fourth game in six days, and they’re 4-1 in the past five in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. The Over is also 19-8 in the past 27 at home for the Caps.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes (27-16-2) and Washington Capitals (30-11-5) battle at Capital One Arena in Washington at 7 p.m. ET Monday. We analyze the Hurricanes-Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

Hurricanes at Capitals: Projected starting goalies

Petr Mrazek vs. Ilya Samsonov

Mrazek posted a shutout his last time out, Friday against the Arizona Coyotes. He has posted a 17-10-2 record with a 2.64 goals against average and .905 save percentage. He and backup James Reimer have three shutouts apiece, the first time in Whalers/Hurricanes franchise history they’ve had two goaltenders with three or more shutouts in the same season.

The rookie Samsonov is 12-2-1 with a 2.24 GAA and .921 save percentage, and he continues to eat into the playing time of Braden Holtby. He allowed three goals on 41 shots Jan. 3 in Raleigh in a win in his only meeting against the Hurricanes.

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Hurricanes at Capitals: Odds, picks and betting tips

Odds courtesy of BetMGM; access them at USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Capitals 4, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline (ML)

The CAPITALS (-143) will be facing a team coming off of back-to-back wins, so the Hurricanes (+120) are due to let a few in, especially in a hostile environment.

Carolina is also 2-9 in the past 11 games against Metropolitan Division opponents, and Washington is 1-4 in the past five divisional matchups, so something’s gotta give. The Caps are 12-5 in the past 17 as a favorite, so the arrow definitely points at them.

New to sports betting? Every $10 wagered on the Capitals ML will profit $7.00 if they win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CAPITALS (-1.5, +180) might be a nice small-unit play. They edged the Canes 4-3 in Raleigh last time they met, snapping a four-game winning streak by Carolina in this series, including last season’s playoff matchup. Despite a win earlier this season, and a Game 7 win in D.C., the Canes are still just 4-11 in their past 15 trips to the nation’s capital.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 6.5 (-139) isn’t a slam-dunk play, but a good bet with Carolina coming in having pitched two straight shutouts, while Samsonov tends twine for Washington. He barely gives up more than two goals per contest.

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