LA is on a 5-game win streak, they’ll be motivated to get off to a winning start as they begin a 5-game road trip here. Luka Doncic faces the team that traded away his draft rights, he always does well against Atlanta. The Hawks just played last night, losing to Toronto at home and they’re still without Trae Young.

Toronto has won 4 straight by double-digits, taking down some tough competition. They play a Sixers team that’s lost 3 of 4 and is still without Paul George and potentially Joel Embiid. Raptors are 4-1 ATS/SU in 5 meetings as well.

Miami looked great last night against Charlotte and backers cashed easily. And yes, there were plenty of them. But the market still made Portland the favorite — that’s the strongest signal here. The Blazers just beat the defending champs and come in rested, while the Heat’s undefeated home record is inflating their perception. The number tells the truth. Rip City minus the points.

The line is short for a reason. Washington was blown out last night and hasn’t covered in seven straight, yet Dallas still isn’t laying a heavy price. That’s because the Wizards have a workable matchup blueprint and the Mavericks haven’t beaten anyone of consequence. The market is buying the Mavs in a revenge spot but really this is a live dog in a perfect buy-low spot. Washington for the W.

LA is on a 5-game win streak, they’ll be motivated to get off to a winning start as they begin a 5-game road trip here. Luka Doncic faces the team that traded away his draft rights, he always does well against Atlanta. The Hawks just played last night, losing to Toronto at home and they’re still without Trae Young.

Toronto has won 4 straight by double-digits, taking down some tough competition. They play a Sixers team that’s lost 3 of 4 and is still without Paul George and potentially Joel Embiid. Raptors are 4-1 ATS/SU in 5 meetings as well.

Miami looked great last night against Charlotte and backers cashed easily. And yes, there were plenty of them. But the market still made Portland the favorite — that’s the strongest signal here. The Blazers just beat the defending champs and come in rested, while the Heat’s undefeated home record is inflating their perception. The number tells the truth. Rip City minus the points.