New York is winning in a way that translates to covering this number. The Knicks don’t bleed points defensively or give up cheap fouls and they are orchestrating clean offensive possessions: The number here is not a gift on the Nuggets but rather a show of respect to how good this Knicks team actually is. New York minus the points is the play.

New York is winning in a way that translates to covering this number. The Knicks don’t bleed points defensively or give up cheap fouls and they are orchestrating clean offensive possessions: The number here is not a gift on the Nuggets but rather a show of respect to how good this Knicks team actually is. New York minus the points is the play.

The Celtics are in solid rhythm following last night’s big win in Dallas. They’ve owned the head-to-head record vs Houston winning 8 of 11 games, and they’ll be hungry to avenge the 27-point loss in the first meeting at the beginning of November. Boston has 5 wins in 8 games while playing with no rest, I believe they can keep this game close.

Neither side has played well as of late, to put it mildly. However, if there’s one thing we can count on when these two teams play, it’s points. The over has cashed 15 times in 18 meetings, while the 10 most recent ones have seen an average of 241 points. 

Cleveland thrives on pace and shooting threes, while Los Angeles slows games, operates defensively. Since embracing small-ball and defense, the Clippers have found consistency that counters Cleveland’s flow offense. The Cavs’ perimeter reliance creates shooting volatility, whereas LA’s controlled half-court style is steadier. If the Clippers dictate tempo, they can neutralize Cleveland’s strengths and win outright.

New York is winning in a way that translates to covering this number. The Knicks don’t bleed points defensively or give up cheap fouls and they are orchestrating clean offensive possessions: The number here is not a gift on the Nuggets but rather a show of respect to how good this Knicks team actually is. New York minus the points is the play.

Cleveland thrives on pace and shooting threes, while Los Angeles slows games, operates defensively. Since embracing small-ball and defense, the Clippers have found consistency that counters Cleveland’s flow offense. The Cavs’ perimeter reliance creates shooting volatility, whereas LA’s controlled half-court style is steadier. If the Clippers dictate tempo, they can neutralize Cleveland’s strengths and win outright.