Arizona and the LA Dodgers will meet for the first time since the Diamondbacks swept them in the postseason last year. It’s so tough to back the Diamondbacks with their untrustworthy bullpen, but they should have success at the plate to provide a cushion. They lead the MLB in batting average against left handed pitching, hitting over .300. Additionally, James Paxton has walked eleven batters over his last two starts. Take the Dbacks as the home underdog.

Since game one Trey Murphy has been held in check from behind the arc. A lot of that has been due to the Thunder’s overall great team defense, as the Pelicans have struggled to score the entire series. In a potential close out game look for Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum to put the bulk of the Pelicans offense on their shoulders. Additionally, Murphy has not attempted a single free throw in the series. Take his under on his points.

It was a matter of time before the Houston Astros finally showcased the team we are accustomed to seeing. In the first game yesterday in Mexico City, the Astros put up twelve runs on the Rockies. The twelve runs are the most they have scored this season. Look for the spark at the plate to continue as the Astros take it out on the 7-20 Rockies.

In a crucial game four for the LA Clippers, there is no doubt we will see a heightened effort. Where Dallas has grown is their ability to wear down the Clippers on the offensive end of the floor. In both games two and three they scored below ninety six points. That leaves the door open for one key run for a talented team like Dallas to push past the number late. Take Dallas on the spread.

The Lakers display in game three featured poor play from their guards Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell. Russell did not score and Reaves padded his stats thanks to several late field goals. Expect the Lakers to tinker with their lineup, which should leave some opportunities for Rui Hachimura. Hachimura has been quiet in the series averaging nine points less than he did in the regular season. Take his over tonight as he finally has a decent game from the field.

The LA Angels find themselves as slight home favorite tonight against the Minnesota Twins. The pitching matchup features a struggling Patrick Sandoval versus Bailey Ober who has been sharp his last three outings. For the Twins the travel factor from yesterday’s series is something to be leery of here. Additionally, Miguel Sano will get a chance for revenge on his former team of eight years.

We saw the Dallas Mavericks flip the switch in game two on the defensive end of the floor. They forced tough shots the entire game from the Clipper’s star players in Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Paul George. Now expect the Mavericks to defend their home court as they were the top team in the NBA down the stretch of the season.

The Houston Astros did not come through for me yesterday, but I’ll go right back to them today. Jameson Taillon is making just his second start of the season, and was limited to just 73 pitches. Expect a similar window of a pitch count today, as the Astros get to see an extra inning or two from the Cubs bullpen. They’ll take advantage and get their eighth win of the season.

The Boston Celtics are once again huge favorites in game two. Thanks to a big fourth quarter run from the Miami Heat in game one, I expect an even faster start from the Celtics in game two. Additionally, Celtics star Jayson Tatum will play with a chip on his shoulder after Caleb Martin collided into him at the tail end of the game. Miami just does not have the personnel to run full speed with the Celtics for four quarters. Take the Celtics to cover once again.

The Detroit Tigers have been stronger on the road then they have been at home. In fact they boast a 10-3 road record on the young season. This bodes to their favor today as the Tampa Bay Rays are using an opener today on the mound. Additionally, Tigers ace Jack Flaherty is coming off a season high ten strikeouts. Tail the Tigers

Look for the Pacers to respond in game two tonight in Milwaukee. As poor of a first half as the Pacers played they fought back to cut the deficit to just twelve points. They held Damian Lillard scoreless in the second half, and Milwaukee to just forty points post half time. Look for Indiana to shoot much better from the field and not be held under 100 points again. Take Indiana.

The Arizona Diamondbacks squandered another possible win yesterday as their bullpen could not hold a 3-0 lead. Today, the Diamondbacks do have the upper hand as they saw Steven Matz in their home series earlier this month. Matz gave up a season high eight hits in the outing. Tail the Dbacks to answer and even the road series.

The Houston Astros need a get right series to dig out of 7-16 start to their year. On the road today against the Cubs presents an opportunity to chip away in the wins department. Cubs starter Jordan Wicks deepest outing has been 4 2/3 innings. That will put pressure on the Cubs bullpen. Additionally, JP France is coming off allowing just four hits his last start. Tail the Astros to finally start a series off properly.

D’Angelo Russell was just six for twenty in game one against the Denver Nuggets. In last year’s Western Conference Finals he had a disaster series against Denver in which he averaged just six points, and saw a huge minutes reduction. Look for Russell’s value to be more as a facilitator in game two, as he tones down his shots attempts. Take Russell’s under points.

It’s a tricky spot tonight as the Baltimore Orioles begin a series in Southern California against the LA Angels. On the mound will be Albert Suarez making his second start for Baltimore. He lacks big league experience but is a veteran at the age of 34. Additionally, Baltimore’s potent bats figure to give Reid Detmers issues as the Orioles are coming off a hot hitting series against the Royals. Take Baltimore on a fair money line price.