I had success backing Charlotte yesterday and I plan to do the same here. The majority of early money has come in on Milwaukee, but I think 7.5 points is just too many for the home underdog.
This is an atrocious scheduling spot for Milwaukee, who is playing their 3rd road game in the last 4 days. Charlotte are also on a b2b, but they haven’t had to travel anywhere overnight.
The Bucks also just haven’t been as good on the road this season, going a pedestrian 4-4 straight up and 3-5 ATS. Their Rotation isn’t as strong as past seasons and I think Charlotte match up well with their guard-heavy lineup. Milwaukee probably gets the straight up win here, but I’d expect the Hornets to keep it within 7 or less.
While the Lakers are coming to the end of a long road trip, I still like them to rebound here after suffering consecutive losses. They match up really well with this Boston side and I don’t think 1.5 points is enough here.
The Anthony Davis quad injury is a minor concern, but I’m expecting him to play here. Keep an eye out for the lineups just before tip-off as I don’t recommend this play if he’s out. Given Boston’s lack of reliable bigs, I think AD is probably the key to the Lakers getting this win.
Prior to this recent 2-game slump, they were a perfect 10-0 on the road and a solid 7-3 ATS. Boston have largely struggled when facing the top sides this season and I think the Lakers star power will be too much here.