The Raptors head into tonight’s game on the road to the Nets with a clean bill of health. The hosts do not have the same luxury. Cam Thomas is doubtful to play while Nic Claxton and Dennis Smith Jr. are questionable. On top of that Ben Simmons is out while Cameron Johnson is also dealing with an injury although is likely to play. The depth advantage the visitors are likely to enjoy tonight should set them up well to come out on top tonight. The Raptors are 12th in the league in defensive rating so far this season. Look for them to have success slowing down the shorthanded Nets. 

The Bucks were able to win the first meeting between the sides this season and will be confident they can pick up another win against the Heat tonight. The hosts tonight have been rocked by several injuries to the core of their team. Both Bam Adebayo and Duncan Robinson are dealing with knocks but are probable to play. Jimmy Butler on the other hand is questionable while Tyler Herro has been ruled out. When the sides met earlier in the season Herro led all players in scoring. With the visiting Bucks 5ht in offensive rating over the last 10 games, that lack of scoring punch could hurt the hosts here.

The Bulls are really struggling. The main reason I am looking at them is that Boston is shorthanded tonight and that is enough of an edge for Chicago that they can sneak in the backdoor.

The Raptors head into tonight’s game on the road to the Nets with a clean bill of health. The hosts do not have the same luxury. Cam Thomas is doubtful to play while Nic Claxton and Dennis Smith Jr. are questionable. On top of that Ben Simmons is out while Cameron Johnson is also dealing with an injury although is likely to play. The depth advantage the visitors are likely to enjoy tonight should set them up well to come out on top tonight. The Raptors are 12th in the league in defensive rating so far this season. Look for them to have success slowing down the shorthanded Nets. 

The Hawks lost arguably their best defender in Jalen Johnson for at least 3-4 weeks and this is a team that’s already struggled to get stops. I expect them to continue to struggle on that end of the floor and rely on their offense, which ranks 3rd in both offensive rating and pace to keep them in games. Back the over.

The Bucks were able to win the first meeting between the sides this season and will be confident they can pick up another win against the Heat tonight. The hosts tonight have been rocked by several injuries to the core of their team. Both Bam Adebayo and Duncan Robinson are dealing with knocks but are probable to play. Jimmy Butler on the other hand is questionable while Tyler Herro has been ruled out. When the sides met earlier in the season Herro led all players in scoring. With the visiting Bucks 5ht in offensive rating over the last 10 games, that lack of scoring punch could hurt the hosts here.

I find it hard to justify a team that has just 1 win in their last 3 games to win by 12 points, regardless of who the opponent is. The Hornets just lost LaMelo Ball to an ankle injury, but they still have Terry Rozier to fill in the void. I think Charlotte has enough to keep this game somewhat close.

These are the top 2 teams in the West right now. Minnesota is at home where they have been great this season, 7-1 SUATS and with such a short number they are a great bet tonight. They have also owned the Thunder over the last couple of years, 8-1 ATS. Both teams are a good and Minnesota can cover even in a close win. 

Sacramento is on a run of 7 wins in 9 games, they’ve also covered the spread in 6 of 8 overall. Golden State did win the first 2 meetings of the season, but they’ve been shaky lately, barely beating the West worst San Antonio Spurs in their last game. Time for the Kings to take down their arch nemesis at home.

The Bulls are really struggling. The main reason I am looking at them is that Boston is shorthanded tonight and that is enough of an edge for Chicago that they can sneak in the backdoor.

The Hawks lost arguably their best defender in Jalen Johnson for at least 3-4 weeks and this is a team that’s already struggled to get stops. I expect them to continue to struggle on that end of the floor and rely on their offense, which ranks 3rd in both offensive rating and pace to keep them in games. Back the over.

I find it hard to justify a team that has just 1 win in their last 3 games to win by 12 points, regardless of who the opponent is. The Hornets just lost LaMelo Ball to an ankle injury, but they still have Terry Rozier to fill in the void. I think Charlotte has enough to keep this game somewhat close.

These are the top 2 teams in the West right now. Minnesota is at home where they have been great this season, 7-1 SUATS and with such a short number they are a great bet tonight. They have also owned the Thunder over the last couple of years, 8-1 ATS. Both teams are a good and Minnesota can cover even in a close win. 

Sacramento is on a run of 7 wins in 9 games, they’ve also covered the spread in 6 of 8 overall. Golden State did win the first 2 meetings of the season, but they’ve been shaky lately, barely beating the West worst San Antonio Spurs in their last game. Time for the Kings to take down their arch nemesis at home.

Simply go with the more talented team, and that’s Tampa Bay. Sometimes it’s that easy. Tampa Bay is just 1-10 in the past 11 games when playing on no rest, so that’s a bit of a concern. But the favorite has cashed in five of the past seven meetings in this series, and the Lightning are 5-2 in the past seven meetings, too.

Sacramento is on a run of 7 wins in 9 games, they’ve also covered the spread in 6 of 8 overall. Golden State did win the first 2 meetings of the season, but they’ve been shaky lately, barely beating the West worst San Antonio Spurs in their last game. Time for the Kings to take down their arch nemesis at home.

Sacramento is on a run of 7 wins in 9 games, they’ve also covered the spread in 6 of 8 overall. Golden State did win the first 2 meetings of the season, but they’ve been shaky lately, barely beating the West worst San Antonio Spurs in their last game. Time for the Kings to take down their arch nemesis at home.