Pick #1 – Toronto Raptors at Indiana Pacers
The NBA playoffs are in full swing and the series between the Indiana Pacers and Toronto Raptors is as intense as it gets with the Pacers season being put on the line tonight. A must need win and revenge home game for the Indiana Pacers who are holding a 6-3 win record over there last 10 this one should be close as the Raptors have a very similar 7-3 comparable 10 game record. The Indiana Pacers (47-40) and the Toronto Raptors (59-28) are both playing seriously high caliber basketball right now and this is looking like it will end being one of those classic Indiana defensive grind the opponent down for a win type game. Each team is suiting up without any injuries reported so all defensive talents will be in full force tonight. This is a must win for the Pacers at home which has historically brought out slowed and well calculated offense while focusing on locdown defense. This is a matchup playoff specific condition and we have to feel confident that all aspects of this game will be favoring the UNDER for the following reasons. The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Toronto's last 5 games on the road. Also The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Toronto's last 6 games. In addition to this The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Indiana's last 7 games. Bottom line is when these two teams meet the pace of play and scoring is being slowed down tremendously. The offensive and defensive combined stats over the last 10 games are 201 and 202.8 respectively so its the playoff conditions that we are really relying on here to assure the UNDER hits. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 196 and has since dropped to 194 so the money is moving for sure we have to like that it is following the UNDER as the sharp play. The Raptors just squeeked out a 3 point win at home and are a +1.5 point spread underdog so we have to think this is going to be a close hard fought battle with an emphasis on defense. The public consensus for this game is a mere 53% so like a lot of these playoff games have been the call for one side or other is close in the people's mind. The last plyaoff game three days ago in Toronto between these two Eastern conference rivals resulted in a 102 – 99 win for the Raptors which is a bit rare for these usually two low outputting teams. We have to feel great about the UNDER 194 spot we have here and this one should bring us an easy win. Game Time: Toronto Raptors at Indiana Pacers - Eastern Conference Playoffs - First Round - Game 6 - Friday, April 29, 2016 7:35 PM Spread: 711 Toronto Raptors +1½ 712 Indiana Pacers -1½ Total: 711 Toronto Raptors Over 194 712 Indiana Pacers Under 194 Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: UNDER 194 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Charlotte Hornets at Miami Heat
So far this playoff matchup has been the tail of two cities and there must be something in the Miami air and home crowd because the sparks have flied when these two have met on the Heat homecourt. In this fourth playoff game the Heat look to make a solid home court defense and with both teams playing equally average 6-4 basketball over there last 10 games most likely Miami will get the game that it wants against the Hornets. The Charlotte Hornets (50-36) and the Miami Heat (50-36) have both been showcasing different personalities at home and on the road and we have to believe that trend should continue and especially tonight in a home statement game for Miami. While the Hornets get key Forward Nicholas Batum back coming off the bench both teams are relatively healthy with the Heat missing Chris Bosh (out the last half of the season) and Tyler Johnson and the Hornets only missing Michael Kidd-Gilchrist so no suprises or defeceits should enter the picture tonight. With the series tied at 2-2 we have to think both teams will be giving everything they have tonight and if other playoff trends follow here we should get similar games to what we were seeing when the series started out. Lets go over some of the numbers that make this OVER a very good selection within tonights betting options. The total has gone OVER in 7 of Charlotte's last 9 games. On top of this the Hornets feature an overall season total over/under record of 24-18-1 so there on the road playing style combined with the Heat's homecourt electricity should yield us another super high scoring game. The offensive and defensive numbers gives a really strong position here as the last 10 contests equal up to 205.2 and 197.6 respectively so we are really seeing the scoring and offensive advantages as well as defensive shortcomings siding to our advantage here. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 193 and has already moved up to 194 as of this analysis so we really have feel good about where the money is flowing in on this bet. Charlotte who just beat the Heat by 4 points at home are giving up +6 points on the road here so we know both teams will have to bring it on the offesive front tonight. The OVER public pick for this game is at an extremely appeling 66% so all stats are looking up for this one. The last plyaoff game two days ago in Charlotte between these two Eastern conference foes resulted in a 89 – 85 Hornets victory so as this one moves into Miami it has all the makings of game more like the 121-91 series opener. This should be a very easy OVER 194 position tonight as a change in venue has the oddsmakers off on this one. Game Time: Charlotte Hornets at Miami Heat - Playoffs - 1st Round, Game 5 - Wednesday, April 27, 2016 8:05 PM Spread: 575 Charlotte Hornets +6 576 Miami Heat -6 Total: 575 Charlotte Hornets Over 194 576 Miami Heat Under 194 Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: OVER 194 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Los Angeles Clippers at Portland Trailblazers
To put it bluntly the Portland Trailblazers and Los Angeles Clippers are simply not putting up points against each other this NBA postseason. In this fourth playoff game the Trailblazers looks to make a strong home stand after picking up a decisive defensive home victory upping their 10 game current playing streak to a 6-4 over there last 10 games which is still not much comparable to the Clippers impressive 8-2 last 10 game run. The Portland Trailblazers (45-40) and the Los Angeles Clippers (55-30) have both been playing a completely different style of basketball then usual when match up so it should be no surprise if we get another slow tempo game tonight. Portland only notes backup Forward Meyers Leonard on the injury chart so there is no concern about game planning or skewed match ups tonight. With the series tie now in reach we can expect the Trailblazers to attempt a similar style of play and outcome to the last game which put a lot of offense on defense and clock management. Lets take a look at some of the stats that make this UNDER play a reasonable side to take. The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Portland's last 5 games. In addition to this the total has gone UNDER in 5 of the Los Angeles Clippers's last 6 games. The offensive and defensive numbers seem to point to our side of the bet as over the prior 10 contests they equal to 208.4 and 200.1 respectively which lends itself more to the chance of the score being on the lower side of this NBA total pick. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 206 and is dropping so it looks like the money is agreeing with us here which is always a nice sign. Portland who just took home an 8 point win and held the Clippers to a mere 8 points should be looking to do much of the same tonight. The UNDER consensus for this game is 61% so we should feel confident in our side here. The last playoff game two days ago in Portland between these two Western conference rivals resulted in a 96 – 88 Trailblazers win over the Clippers so expect more planning to yet again a defensive focus. This should be a nice UNDER 205.5 play as we get two of the fastest playing teams and most potent offensives going head to head tonight for playoff glory. Game Time: Los Angeles Clippers at Portland Trail Blazers - Playoffs - 1st Round - Game 4 - Monday, April 25, 2016 10:35 PM Spread: 565 Los Angeles Clippers -4 566 Portland Trail Blazers +4 Total: 565 Los Angeles Clippers Over 205½ 566 Portland Trail Blazers Under 205½ Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: UNDER 205.5 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons
Detroit is down 0-2 but finally gets a home game in the Motor City so we have to think there is going to be some extra inventive to come out swinging tonight and expesicially if you ask someone like Lebron trash talker Stanley Johnson. Both the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers are trying to pick up this key win but the Cavs come into this game much hotter taking 7 out of their last 10 games in the win/loss category while the Pistons are a mediocre 5-5-. The Detroit Pistons (44-40) and the Cleveland Cavaliers (59-25) are in must win spots but Detroit is in dire straits after already dropping two games in this playoff series. Neither team is reporting any real injuries with only the Cavaliers noting Mo Williams on the injury list. While this over/under playoff matchup has been split so far we have to like the stats and situation specific we are seeing here that really favor the OVER. Lets take a look at some of the vital numbers that can help us decide where we want to place the money tonight. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cleveland's last 6 games. The total has also gone OVER in 4 of Detroit's last 6 games so we really are getting a nice lean for one side tonight and even more so that 3 of those last 6 games were against eachother. Offensive and defensive outputs when averaged over the past 10 games give us 205.7 and 200.5 respectively so making it over the 200 mark should not be a problem at all given these benchmarks and thresholds. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 200 and has stayed steady all day but given where the lean is to this game we have to feel confident in the OVER analysis. The Cavs have to cover a -4.5 point spread on the road so we can expect some serious points to put up tonight by both teams. The consensus for this contest is a reasonable 59% giving us even more reason to feel good about our side. A recent last game in Cleveland between these two Eastern conference foes resulted in a 106 – 101 win for the Cavs so we know these two teams are already capable of going over this mark in any given matchup. Lets stick with our read here and go with the OVER 200 which should easily reach that mark. Game Time: Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons - Playoffs - 1st Round, Game 3 - Friday, April 22, 2016 7:05 PM Spread: 539 Cleveland Cavaliers -4½ 540 Detroit Pistons +4½ Total: 539 Cleveland Cavaliers Over 200 540 Detroit Pistons Under 200 Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: OVER 200 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Portland Trailblazers at Los Angeles Clippers
The NBA playoffs are finally here and while there have been a few blowouts like the Portland Trailblazers and Los Angeles Clippers first game there has been no shortage of thrills and highlights so far in this beginning of the NBA postseason. In this second game Portland looks to make a strong comeback after a bad loss which should be possible as they are playing some great 7-3 basketball over there last 10 games but it will be a challenge of course going against the recent hot, healthy and high flying Clippers who come into tonight with a solid 8-2 last 10 game run. The Portland Trailblazers (44-39) and the Los Angeles Clippers (54-29) are both playing some blazing fast basketball right now and we have to think the buckets and points should be flying tonight as the Blazers try to keep up with there fast paced Clippers counterparts which they have the ability to do. Portland only lists the non-factor Meyers Leonard on the injury report so both teams are coming as strong as ever and both look ready to make statements this postseason. Despite being blowout in game 1 we should expect Portland to make the necessary adjustments and comeback as the team we know they can play like. Lets take a look at some of the stats that make this OVER play a favorable one. The total has gone OVER in 8 of Portland's last 11 games on the road so it really does seem like they can kick it up a notch on the road which we are hoping for here. In addition to this Portland has a 23-19 season over/under Total record on the road as well as a 44-39 o/u season total so we know the Trailblazers are the ideal team to push the pace and the points which should both be done tonight as they try to fight back to even for the series. The offensive and defensive numbers add up nicely for us here as we get scores averaged over the prior 10 contests of 214.6 and 203 respectively which puts the potential offensive output easily OVER the line that we need to hit. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 206 and has now climbed to 209.5 so the smart money seems to be pouring in on the OVER side which has to make us feel good. The Trailblazers who just lost by 20 on the road are a +8 point underdog so they really have some scoring work to do if they hope to take home a win. The OVER consensus for this game is 54% so it will be interesting to see which side of the public is right tonight. The last playoff game three days ago in Los Angeles between these two Western conference rivals resulted in a 115 – 95 Clippers drudging of the Trailblazers so expect more focus, energy and of course offensive action brought tonight. This should be a strong OVER 209.5 play as we get two of the fastest playing teams and most potent offensives going head to head tonight for playoff glory. Game Time: Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Clippers - Playoffs - First Round - Game 2 - Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:35 PM Spread: 531 Portland Trail Blazers +8 532 Los Angeles Clippers -8 Total: 531 Portland Trail Blazers Over 209½ 532 Los Angeles Clippers Under 209½ Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: OVER 209.5 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Indiana Pacers at Toronto Raptors
The NBA playoffs have started and if they are anywhere near as exciting and as intense as the Indiana Pacers and Toronto Raptors first game was we are in for a real treat this NBA postseason. A must need win and revenge home game for the Toronto Raptors who just like the Indiana Pacers have taken down seven of there last 10 games, this should be an all out brawl and offensive attack in this home rubber game. The Indiana Pacers (46-37) and the Toronto Raptors (56-27) are both playing some amazing basketball right now and we have to think each team is going to give everything they have got on the offensive end with such high stakes and high rewards involved. Both teams are playing without injury and we are seeing a Paul George like no other lately so we can expect Toronto superstars Lowry and DeRozen to start to try and keep pace and showcase their offensive prowess on the way to a much needed home court win. Despit being do or die for the Raptors the numbers and splayoff specific conditions are really aiming to hit the OVER on this potentially explosive match up. Lets take a look at some of the more minute details to find out why this total over/under side makes sense. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Toronto's last 6 games at home. In addition to this Toronto has a 24-18 season over/under Total record at home so we can be pretty much assured of a bounce back performance from this home court offensive powerhouse. The offensive and defensive stats do not lie here and when averaged over the prior 10 contests we get a 204.7 and 195.4 score respectively hitting OVER on the expected betting mark each time. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 193 and has now climbed to 194.5 so we get a nice glimpse at where the intelligent money is heading tonight. The Raptors who just lost by 10 at home have to hold for a -7.5 point spread win to cover so we can expect there to be no doubt that points will be playing in to put an emphasis on this win. Even the consensus for this game is the highest on the charts at 69% so the public is betting on a similar outcome which is always positive to see. The last plyaoff game two days ago in Toronto between these two Eastern conference foes resulted in a 100 – 90 win for the Pacers away team so the Raptors should come out swinging at all costs tonight. This should a strong OVER 194.5 play due to the game specific factors and potential so lets go with are read and take this one home. Game Time: Indiana Pacers at Toronto Raptors - Playoffs - First Round - Game 2 - Monday, April 18, 2016 7:05 PM Spread: 517 Indiana Pacers +7½ 518 Toronto Raptors -7½ Total: 517 Indiana Pacers Over 194½ 518 Toronto Raptors Under 194½ Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: OVER 194.5 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Detroit Pistons at Cleveland Cavaliers
A potential first round playoff preview these two teams might want to come out and make some moves in preparation for a possible series meeting. Both the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers are figuring out their playoff approaches as each takes a 4-6 prior 10 game win/loss total into tonights matchup. The Detroit Pistons (43-38) and the Cleveland Cavaliers (57-24) are playing solid basketball and will surely want to keep that momentum going as we head into the postseason. This one is very interesting in that not only is Cleveland resting and sitting out Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Kevin Love, and J.R. Smith but hot shooting Detroit Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson is dealing with an abdominal strain that might sideline him as well. Its simply looking like all the offense will be removed from tonights game. The backups will most likely put on a mediocre performance as everyone takes it easy in preparation for a playoff run. The numbers and situation specific terms are really seeming to set this game up for going UNDER. Lets take a look at some of the essential stats that make this wager a solid value play. The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Detroit's last 12 games on the road so its very apparent that the Pistons are having trouble scoring on the road. The lasst 10 game record for these two teams when it comes to the over/under totals is 4-6 so we are getting history on our side here as well. Offensive and defensive stats when averaged over the past 10 games give us 205.8 and 200.1 so we are really relying on the superstar talent being out and recent trends and current indicators to pull us through this pick. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 195.5 and has already dropped an entire point to 194.5 so we get one of our favorite spots where the smart money is leading the charge. The Cavs have to cover a -2.5 point spread so the game should be close with scoring of little consideration. The consensus for this contest is one of the highest on the board at 64% so the public is really feeling this side as well. A recent last game in Cleveland between these two Eastern conference foes resulted in a 96 – 88 winf ro the Cavs so we know these two teams are already capable of putting up low scores against eachother. Lets stcik with our time tested methods and take UNDER 194.5 which should make for a great value play for tonight. Game Time: Detroit Pistons at Cleveland Cavaliers - Wednesday, April 13, 2016 8:05 PM Spread: 713 Detroit Pistons +2½ 714 Cleveland Cavaliers -2½ Total: 713 Detroit Pistons Over 194½ 714 Cleveland Cavaliers Under 194½ Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: UNDER 194.5 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans
A game that means nothing for either team we really should see some uninspired and potentially sloppy basketball in a lot of tonights games as the season winds down into the playoffs. Both the Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans are playing for absolutely nothing as of now which is reflected in there identical 4-6 prior 10 game records. The Chicago Bulls (40-40) and the New Orleans Peilcans (30-50) have both eliminated from the playoffs so this is a game more of formality then anything. Each team is dealing with a plethora of injuries to their star players and core rosters. The Bulls are sitting Derrick Rose, Taj Gibson, E'Twaun Moore and Pau Gasol while the Pelicans will be missing the likes of such superstars as Anthony Davis, Jrue Holiday, Norris Cole, Ryan Anderson among others. If the trends are leaning towards this game going UNDER we have to love the fact that so many profilic scorers will not take the court tonight. Lets take a look at some of the key trends that make this pick so appealing. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of New Orleans's last 8 games. On top of this the total has gone UNDER in 5 of Chicago's last 5 games on the road so we are really starting to see the shortage of scoring power and lack of incentives for winning show. The Bulls also have a season over/under total record of 37-43 so we are really strating off with some nice trends in our favor but of course it gets better. Offensive and defensive numbers when averaged over the past 10 games hold outputs of 194.4 and 203.7 so we get that rare spot where both stats really lean in towards our side of the pick. The over/under for this NBA spread total opened at 206.5 and has already dropped as low as 205 so we have to really like where the money is pouring on this game. The Bulls have to cover a -3.5 point spread but that should not be that big of factor in this more then likely low scoring and non meaningful affair. The consensus for this matchup shows the under at a promising 61% so everything is looking to favor a nice solid bet. The last Bulls and Pelicans resulted in a 98 – 94 Bulls win so we should expect much of the same tonight with possibly even less scoring. Lets trust the trends and reads here and take the UNDER 205 which should have a ton of value. Game Time: Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans - Monday, April 11, 2016 8:05 PM Spread: 711 Chicago Bulls -3½ 712 New Orleans Pelicans +3½ Total: 711 Chicago Bulls Over 205 712 New Orleans Pelicans Under 205 Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: UNDER 205 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – Indiana Pacers at Toronto Raptors
A must win game for the Indiana Pacers we can expect them to bring a high level of intensity and focus to tonights game with offense and a win mostly on the mind. While the Toronto Raptors do not need to pick up the win tonight they are playng mediocre 5-5 basketball over there last 10 games which is similar to the Pacers 4-6 record so we have to think both teams will be ready to make statements and work on their games as they head into the playoffs. The Indiana Pacers (42-36) and the Toronto Raptors (52-26) should be playing some fast paced basketball as usual and the Pacers will be pusing the pace (pun intended) even more as they need to win. Neither team is currently reporting any injuries at this time so all weapons will be ready to be deployed in tonights matchup so we can expect so serious scoring as we see some players fight for a playoff spot while others try to tune up for the first round. We have to think this Eastern conference rivalry game will be very competitive and the Raptors will not be taking being underdogs at home lightly. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Toronto's last 7 games when playing Indiana so we get a great matchup play where the value on this pick really should be in our favor. Also looking at this season as a whole the Toronto Raptors overall home over/under record is 22-17 so its pretty clear that when it comes to home games the Raptors are always ready to step up in offensive duels. Offensive and defensive statistics when averaged up over the last 10 games account for outputs of 201.8 and 199.7 respectively so there should be no issue with this contest easily flying OVER the 194.5 mark. The over/under total for this NBA spread opened at 194.5 and has remained steady throughout the day so the money still might be undecided but all other signs point to this one having no problem going OVER. The Pacers have to cover a -5.5 point spread on the road so there will be a huge need to put up a lot of points against the Raptors fast playing home offense. The consensus for this matchup has the public holding the over at a nice and hefty 68% so we have to feel even stronger about this pick with the majority on our side. The last Pacers and Raptors game in Toronto ended up with a 99-106 so this game should have no problem producing a similar scoring stat line especially with the Pacers in such desperation. Lets go with this matchup specific OVER 194.5 here and pick up a nice easy victory and trip to the cashout cage. Game Time: Indiana Pacers at Toronto Raptors - Friday, April 08, 2016 7:35 PM Spread: 509 Indiana Pacers -5½ 510 Toronto Raptors +5½ Total: 509 Indiana Pacers Over 194½ 510 Toronto Raptors Under 194½ Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: OVER 194.5 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt Pick #1 – New Orleans Hornets at Boston Celtics
A game that matters little to both teams we can expect non inspired performances. As the Boston Celtics head into the playoff holding a recent 6-4 record over 10 games the New Orleans Hornets are already looking to next year as evidenced by there 4-6 current 10 matchup stretch. The Boston Celtics (45-33) and the New Orleans Hornets (53-22) have no real reason to perform optimally tonight so we can expect a game filled with unfocused play. Furhter highlighting this point is the fact that the Hornets come into this game with a plethora of star injuries that include Ryan Anderson (groin), Norris Cole (back), Anthony Davis (knee), Bryce Dejean-Jones (wrist), Tyreke Evans (knee). While Evan Turner is the only Celtic that is hurt we have to think this will be more of rest game for everyone then anything. No matter what competitive route this contest chooses we still have to be ecstatic about the recent trends and favorable numbers we are reviewing. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boston's last 7 games. In addition to this The total has gone UNDER in 5 of New Orleans's last 5 games. As if this was not enough perspective New Orleans has an overall 11-27-1 over/under yearly record on the road so for whatever reasons it is pretty clear the Hornents come up short on the offensive end time and time again on the road giving us yet another grt reason we should hit our pick. Offensive and defensive statistics when merged over the last 10 games account for scores of 202.1 and 207.2 respectively so we have to feel extremely good about this game getting no where its mark of 207.5 total points scored. The total over/under spread for this NBA contest opened at 207.5 and has not moved much so the financial jury still may be out on this one. The Celtics have to cover a -14.5 point spread in this one so we can expect some serious defense to be played in order for that outcome to occur. The consensus for this game puts the UNDER at a 93% probabilty which is very rare to see that high and gives even more confidence in our selection. The last time these two teams squared up head to head the final results was a 111-93 Boston away win so if we get another similar result we are golden on the under. The UNDER seems to coming in more often then not as the NBA season winds down so lets take the UNDER 207.5 here for all of the reasons above and hopefully cash in on another winning ticket. Game Time: New Orleans Pelicans at Boston Celtics - Wednesday, April 06, 2016 7:35 PM Spread: 507 New Orleans Pelicans +14½ 508 Boston Celtics -14½ Total: 507 New Orleans Pelicans Over 207½ 508 Boston Celtics Under 207½ Betting odds provided by 5Dimes The Pick: Under 207.5 (2 Units) As always bet within your means and bankroll. Enjoy the games and be responsible when betting! Picks By TexasMatt |
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