Chicago Bulls (39-25) at Philadelphia 76ers (39-24)
The Bulls let an 8 point lead slip against the Bucks on Saturday in the 118-112 result. They've now lost their last 4 games and they should be desperate to get back on track against the 76ers. The one positive out of the loss over the Bucks was the combination of LaVine and DeRozan as they combined for 59 pts. They just need a bit more help.
The 76ers were without James Harden in Sunday's 99-82 loss against the Heat. They shot just 34% from the field and 17% from beyond the arc. However, Harden is listed to return against the Bulls and he'll look to get their offence back on track. In Harden's first 4 games for Philly, they scored 120+ pts in all 4 games and will be expecting to reach that mark against a struggling Bulls defence.
With Harden expected back on the court and the 76ers' dominant record over the Bulls, it's hard to bet against them to cover. They're 6-1 ATS against the Bulls at home and Chicago have lost 9 of their last 12 road games.
Stadium Record
The 76ers are 4-1 in their last 5 home games. Chicago has lost each of their last 5 games in Philadelphia.
Head to Head Record
Philadelphia has the wood over the Bulls with 10 straight wins and they beat them by 11 points last month.
Best Bet
Philadelphia 76ers -6.5 = $1.89
Utah Jazz (40-23) at Dallas Mavericks (39-25)
After a disappointing 34 pt loss against the Pelicans, the Jazz got back on track with a 116-103 win over the Thunder on Monday. Bojan Bogdanovic led the scoring with 35 pts and Donovan Mitchell added 24 pts in the blowout. They're now on a back to back and after 4 straight road games, they may need to give some of their starters a rest. But Monday's comfortable win would've helped their cause.
The Mavericks are on a 4 game winning streak and have won 8 of their last 10 home games. Newly acquired Spencer Dinwiddie had his best game in a Mavs jersey with 36 pts in their 1 point win over the Kings on Sunday. They were without Doncic and he's listed as questionable for this matchup.
The Mavericks have a nice record over the Jazz and with the return of Doncic, they look too strong on their home court. Overall, they've won 6 of their last 7 home games and also hold an 5-2 ATS record on their home court against Utah.
Stadium Record
The Mavericks are 6-1 in their last 7 games. Utah has a poor 6-18 record in Dallas.
Head to Head Record
Utah has won 7 of the last 10 meetings. This season, the Jazz are 2-1 but have won both games on their home court.
Best Bet
Los Angeles Lakers (28-35) at San Antonio Spurs (24-40)
LeBron James turned back the clock with a 56 pt performance against the Warriors on Sunday as they finally broke a long losing streak. The King was on fire for the majority of the contest, highlighted by 8 threes. Los Angeles also came back from a 14 pt deficit at one stage. However, winning on the road has proved to be a challenge for the Lakers as they've lost 7 straight. But if James can continue his shooting form, they should be confident.
The Spurs will be looking to end a 4 game losing streak when they meet the Lakers on Tuesday. They'll be coming off a high scoring affair against the Hornets in Sunday's 123-117 defeat. However, Keldon Johnson had one of his best games of the season with 33 pts and Dejounte Murray provided support with 25 pts. They did beat the Lakers in the last meeting by 28 pts so they'll come into this as favourites in the betting.
There likely won't be much strong defence between these two teams. The Spurs have given up 115+ pts in 4 straight games and the Lakers have allowed the same in their last 2 games. So this is trending towards a high scoring affair and the Over total looks the best play.
Stadium Record
The Spurs have lost 6 of their last 8 at home. Los Angeles are 5-0 at this venue.
Head to Head Record
The Lakers have won 7 of the last 10 meetings.
Best Bet
