Detroit’s 30-10 record and dominant home court create a pace and efficiency advantage that makes 3 points feel light against a Celtics team still adjusting to life without Jayson Tatum.
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George Washington vs. George Mason Best Bet: Laying the Points in Fairfax?
George Mason lays 2.5 to 3 points at home against George Washington in an A-10 clash between an explosive offense and an elite defense. Bryan Bash breaks down why the Patriots’ defensive edge should control this slow-paced battle.
Hornets vs Nuggets Prediction: Denver Without Jokic, But Charlotte on a Back-to-Back
The Nuggets are laying just 2 points at home against Charlotte on Sunday night, but the Hornets are playing the second leg of a back-to-back after traveling from the Bay Area. Denver’s missing Jokic, but Jamal Murray just dropped 42, and Charlotte’s fatigue at altitude is the deciding factor.
Penn State vs. Maryland Prediction: Battle for Big Ten Momentum
Penn State’s 8-1 record looks impressive until you dig into the efficiency numbers and realize they’ve lost four straight. Maryland’s laying 2.5 at home, and the Terps’ interior advantage with Pharrel Payne could be the difference in this Big Ten grinder.
Tulsa vs. UAB Pick: AAC Efficiency & Tempo Analysis
Tulsa brings an elite offense into Bartow Arena, but UAB’s defensive profile and rebounding dominance make this tight spread more interesting than it looks. Bash breaks down why the Blazers can grind out a home win.
Raptors vs. Lakers Pick: Star Power vs. Rotation Chaos
The Lakers lay just a point at home against Toronto in a Sunday night matchup where both teams are dealing with major rotation losses. With Reaves out for LA and Barrett plus Poeltl sidelined for Toronto, this becomes a game decided by star power and depth management.
Arizona State vs. Houston Prediction: Tempo Control vs. Shot Making
Houston lays 16.5 at home against Arizona State in a Big 12 clash that pits the nation’s 6th-ranked adjusted defense against a Sun Devils team that’s 1-4 in their last five. Bryan Bash breaks down why the Cougars’ suffocating pressure and rebounding dominance make this spread a gift.
Magic vs Grizzlies Prediction: Rematch in London Reveals the Sharper Side
Orlando lays 4 in London after beating Memphis by 7 in Berlin, but Ja Morant’s return changes the efficiency math. Bryan Bash breaks down why the Grizzlies’ best offensive engine makes this spread too wide on a neutral floor.
Wichita State vs. South Florida Pick: AAC Tempo Clash Analysis
South Florida sits at -6.5 against Wichita State in a classic tempo clash. The Bulls’ pace advantage at home could expose the Shockers’ defensive rating when forced into uncomfortable possessions. Bryan Bash breaks down why this spread makes sense and where the betting edge lives.
Rams vs Bears Point Spread Prediction NFC Divisional Round
Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears (-3.5) at CAR. Bears superior turnover margin plus weather conditions favor home underdog in defensive battle.