Handicapper Bryan Bash posted a solid 7-3 record on March 10, 2026, navigating a diverse slate of NBA matchups with success across multiple spread ranges. The day featured several comfortable winners alongside a few close calls, with Bash capitalizing on strong performances from both favorites and underdogs.
Celtics @ Spurs
Bash’s pick of the San Antonio Spurs -3.0 cashed comfortably as the Spurs defeated the Celtics 125-116. Won. Victor Wembanyama matched a career-high with eight 3-pointers en route to 39 points and 11 rebounds, leading San Antonio to its fifth consecutive victory. The Spurs’ superior shooting performance—51.8% from the field and 42.6% from three-point range compared to Boston’s 47.2% and 37.3%—provided the cushion needed to cover the spread. De’Aaron Fox contributed 25 points and Stephon Castle added 18 for the Spurs, who controlled the game throughout despite Derrick White’s 34-point effort for Boston.
Timberwolves @ Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers +2.5 selection proved successful as Los Angeles dominated Minnesota 120-106. Won. Luka Doncic recorded his seventh triple-double of the season with 31 points, 11 assists, and 11 rebounds, overcoming LeBron James’ absence. Austin Reaves exploded for 29 of his 31 points in a scorching second half, helping the Lakers pull away. The third quarter proved decisive, with Los Angeles outscoring Minnesota 39-23 to build an insurmountable lead. The Lakers’ 31 assists compared to Minnesota’s 22 reflected their superior ball movement in securing the comfortable victory.
Hornets @ Trail Blazers
Bash’s Portland Trail Blazers +3.0 pick squeaked through despite a 103-101 loss to Charlotte. Won. The Hornets overcame a 19-point deficit as LaMelo Ball scored 12 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter, but Portland covered the spread by staying within two points. Brandon Miller led Charlotte with 21 points and eight rebounds in the comeback effort. The Trail Blazers’ early dominance—leading 34-20 after the first quarter—provided enough cushion to keep the final margin within the spread despite Charlotte’s second-half surge.
Bulls @ Warriors
The Golden State Warriors -6.5 selection fell short as Chicago won 130-124 in overtime. Lost. Matas Buzelis scored a career-high 41 points and hit a crucial 3-pointer with 2:20 remaining in overtime, while Josh Giddey posted a triple-double of 21 points, 17 assists, and 13 rebounds. Jalen Smith’s two free throws with 1.4 seconds left in regulation sent the game to overtime, where the Bulls outscored the undermanned Warriors 12-6. Chicago’s dominance on the boards—64 rebounds to Golden State’s 49—proved critical in the upset victory.
Suns @ Bucks
Milwaukee Bucks +1.5 failed to deliver as Phoenix pulled away for a 129-114 victory. Lost. The Suns shot a blistering 53.9% from the field and made a season-high 24 three-pointers on 51 attempts, with Devin Booker scoring 27 points and Jalen Green adding 25. Royce O’Neale’s buzzer-beating 50-footer to end the third quarter put Phoenix ahead for good, and the Suns dominated the fourth quarter 29-17 to seal the cover. Phoenix’s 47.1% three-point shooting overwhelmed Milwaukee despite Kyle Kuzma’s 33-point effort for the Bucks.
Grizzlies @ 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers -4.0 covered easily in a 139-129 victory over Memphis. Won. Cam Payne scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, while Kelly Oubre Jr. added 31 points and 12 rebounds despite the absence of Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. The 76ers’ dominant fourth quarter—outscoring Memphis 41-25—turned a close game into a comfortable cover. Philadelphia shot 52.3% from the field and 82.6% from the free-throw line to secure the double-digit victory.
Mavericks @ Hawks
Atlanta Hawks -9.0 covered with a 124-112 victory over Dallas. Won. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 29 points and Jalen Johnson added 27 as the Hawks extended their winning streak to seven games. After Dallas tied the game at 97 on Khris Middleton’s step-back jumper with nine minutes remaining, Atlanta seized control with a decisive run. The Hawks’ strong start—leading 40-26 after the first quarter—and clutch fourth-quarter execution (29-21) provided the margin needed to cover the spread.
Pistons @ Nets
Brooklyn Nets +14.5 was blown out as Detroit dominated 138-100. Lost. Jalen Duren scored 26 points on 9-of-10 shooting and Cade Cunningham added 21 points with 15 assists as the Pistons snapped a four-game skid. The second quarter proved catastrophic for Brooklyn, as Detroit outscored the Nets 35-13 to build an insurmountable lead. The Pistons shot 56.5% from the field and 50.0% from three-point range while dishing out 36 assists, turning what should have been a comfortable cover into a 38-point blowout.
Pacers @ Kings
Sacramento Kings -3.5 covered in a 114-109 comeback victory over Indiana. Won. Devin Carter scored 22 of his career-best 24 points in the fourth quarter, including 13 straight down the stretch, as the Kings erased a 20-point deficit. Sacramento trailed by 10 entering the final frame but exploded for 42 fourth-quarter points compared to Indiana’s 27. Carter’s 9-of-13 shooting and clutch performance in the final period turned a potential loss into a spread-covering victory.
Wizards @ Heat
Miami Heat -15.5 cruised to an easy cover with a 150-129 victory over Washington. Won. Bam Adebayo delivered the second-best scoring performance in NBA history with 83 points, including 31 in the first quarter and 43 by halftime. Adebayo finished 20-for-43 from the field and set NBA records with 36 free throw makes on 43 attempts. His 62 points through three quarters had already secured the cover before the fourth quarter began, as Miami dominated throughout to secure the 21-point victory.
Bryan Bash’s 7-3 performance on March 10 demonstrated strong handicapping across various game types, from comfortable favorites like the Heat to strategic underdog plays like the Lakers. While the Brooklyn blowout loss and Phoenix’s three-point barrage cost him two covers, Bash’s ability to identify value in both spread ranges and game situations resulted in a profitable evening overall.
