Portland Trail Blazers vs LA Lakers 8/26/20 - NBA
The Portland Trail Blazers will be on the brink of elimination when playing Game 5 on Wednesday in their NBA Western Conference quarterfinals best-of-seven series against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Trailblazers were defeated by the Lakers 135-115 in Game 4 on Monday and trail 3-1 in the series. Portland trailed by 18 points after the first quarter and by 29 at the half and could not mount a second half rally. Jusuf Nurkic scored 20 points in the loss.
Damian Lillard is leading Portland in scoring and assists with averages of 24.2 points and 4.2 assists per game through four games of the postseason. Jusuf Nurkic is the leading rebounder for Portland with an average of 10.5 per game. CJ McCollum is the second leading scorer with an average of 20.0 points per game and is one of four players for Portland averaging double figures in scoring.
Los Angeles looks to clinch its best-of-seven series on Wednesday. The Lakers scored 43 points in the first quarter and 71 in the first half to post a lead the Trail Blazers could not beat. LeBron James scored 30 points and handed out 10 assists in just 28 minutes of action. Anthony Davis chipped in with 18 points but played just 18 minutes due to back spasms.
Through four postseason games, Anthony Davis is leading Los Angeles in scoring with an average of 26.5 points per game. LeBron James is the second-leading scorer, leading rebounder and leader in assists with averages of 25.3 points, 10.2 rebounds and 10.2 assists per game. Los Angeles has just four players averaging double-figures in scoring.
Recent Betting Trends
Portland is 1-5 ATS in its last 6
The OVER has cashed in 7 of the Trail Blazers last 10
Los Angeles is 4-9 ATS in its 13
The UNDER has cashed in 10 of the Lakers last 15
Free NBA Pick: Under 227
The Los Angeles Lakers will defeat the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 5 and clinch the series, but the play here is the UNDER. The UNDER has cashed in 10 of the Lakers last 15. In this series, the UNDER has cashed in three of four games. Damian Lillard hurt his knee for Portland and is questionable while Anthony Davis suffered back spasms for Los Angelies and could rest. Take the UNDER to cash. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Lakers win but our best play is UNDER 113-102.
The Portland Trail Blazers will be on the brink of elimination when playing Game 5 on Wednesday in their NBA Western Conference quarterfinals best-of-seven series against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Trailblazers were defeated by the Lakers 135-115 in Game 4 on Monday and trail 3-1 in the series. Portland trailed by 18 points after the first quarter and by 29 at the half and could not mount a second half rally. Jusuf Nurkic scored 20 points in the loss.
Damian Lillard is leading Portland in scoring and assists with averages of 24.2 points and 4.2 assists per game through four games of the postseason. Jusuf Nurkic is the leading rebounder for Portland with an average of 10.5 per game. CJ McCollum is the second leading scorer with an average of 20.0 points per game and is one of four players for Portland averaging double figures in scoring.
Los Angeles looks to clinch its best-of-seven series on Wednesday. The Lakers scored 43 points in the first quarter and 71 in the first half to post a lead the Trail Blazers could not beat. LeBron James scored 30 points and handed out 10 assists in just 28 minutes of action. Anthony Davis chipped in with 18 points but played just 18 minutes due to back spasms.
Through four postseason games, Anthony Davis is leading Los Angeles in scoring with an average of 26.5 points per game. LeBron James is the second-leading scorer, leading rebounder and leader in assists with averages of 25.3 points, 10.2 rebounds and 10.2 assists per game. Los Angeles has just four players averaging double-figures in scoring.
Recent Betting Trends
Portland is 1-5 ATS in its last 6
The OVER has cashed in 7 of the Trail Blazers last 10
Los Angeles is 4-9 ATS in its 13
The UNDER has cashed in 10 of the Lakers last 15
Free NBA Pick: Under 227
The Los Angeles Lakers will defeat the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 5 and clinch the series, but the play here is the UNDER. The UNDER has cashed in 10 of the Lakers last 15. In this series, the UNDER has cashed in three of four games. Damian Lillard hurt his knee for Portland and is questionable while Anthony Davis suffered back spasms for Los Angelies and could rest. Take the UNDER to cash. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Lakers win but our best play is UNDER 113-102.
OKC Thunder vs Houston Rockets 8/26/20 - NBA
The Oklahoma City Thunder looks to take a one game lead in their NBA Western Conference quarterfinals best-of-seven series when playing Game 5 on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. Oklahoma City evened the series at 2-2 following a 117-114 victory on Monday over the Rockets. Dennis Schroder was the leading scorer for Oklahoma City with 30 points and the Thunder rallied from a third-quarter deficit of 15 points to win.
Chris Paul is leading Oklahoma City in scoring with an average of 21.5 points per game through four games of the postseason. Steven Adams is the leading rebounder for the Thunder with an average of 11.0 per game. Paul is also leading the Thunder in assists with an average of 4.8 per game. Oklahoma City has five players averaging double-figures in scoring.
Houston built a 15-point third-quarter lead in Game 4 but could not hold off the hard-charging Thunder. James Harden scored 32 points, handed out 15 assists and pulled down eight rebounds in the loss for Houston. Eric Gordon chipped in with 23 points. Russell Westbrook did not play for the fourth consecutive game due to a strained right quad and is doubtful for Wednesday's Game 5.
During the postseason, James Harden is leading Houston in scoring, rebounding and assists. The Houston shooting guard is averaging 32.0 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.8 assists per game. Harden is even leading the Rockets in steals with an average of 2.0 per game. Houston has five players averaging double-figures in scoring.
Recent Betting Trends
Oklahoma City is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 versus an opponent from the Western Conference
The OVER has cashed in 6 of the Thunder’s last 8
Houston is 2-5 ATS in its last 7
The OVER has cashed in 4 of the Rockets last 6 versus a Western Conference opponent
Free NBA Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder +3
Houston is missing its second leading scorer and leading rebounder Russell Westbrook, who has missed the first four games of the series and is likely to miss Game 5. The Rockets have failed to cover the number in each of the last two games versus Oklahoma City with both resulting in straight up losses. Look for that trend to continue on Wednesday with OKC winning and covering. Final Score Prediction, Oklahoma City Thunder wins and cover ATS 119-111.
The Oklahoma City Thunder looks to take a one game lead in their NBA Western Conference quarterfinals best-of-seven series when playing Game 5 on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. Oklahoma City evened the series at 2-2 following a 117-114 victory on Monday over the Rockets. Dennis Schroder was the leading scorer for Oklahoma City with 30 points and the Thunder rallied from a third-quarter deficit of 15 points to win.
Chris Paul is leading Oklahoma City in scoring with an average of 21.5 points per game through four games of the postseason. Steven Adams is the leading rebounder for the Thunder with an average of 11.0 per game. Paul is also leading the Thunder in assists with an average of 4.8 per game. Oklahoma City has five players averaging double-figures in scoring.
Houston built a 15-point third-quarter lead in Game 4 but could not hold off the hard-charging Thunder. James Harden scored 32 points, handed out 15 assists and pulled down eight rebounds in the loss for Houston. Eric Gordon chipped in with 23 points. Russell Westbrook did not play for the fourth consecutive game due to a strained right quad and is doubtful for Wednesday's Game 5.
During the postseason, James Harden is leading Houston in scoring, rebounding and assists. The Houston shooting guard is averaging 32.0 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.8 assists per game. Harden is even leading the Rockets in steals with an average of 2.0 per game. Houston has five players averaging double-figures in scoring.
Recent Betting Trends
Oklahoma City is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 versus an opponent from the Western Conference
The OVER has cashed in 6 of the Thunder’s last 8
Houston is 2-5 ATS in its last 7
The OVER has cashed in 4 of the Rockets last 6 versus a Western Conference opponent
Free NBA Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder +3
Houston is missing its second leading scorer and leading rebounder Russell Westbrook, who has missed the first four games of the series and is likely to miss Game 5. The Rockets have failed to cover the number in each of the last two games versus Oklahoma City with both resulting in straight up losses. Look for that trend to continue on Wednesday with OKC winning and covering. Final Score Prediction, Oklahoma City Thunder wins and cover ATS 119-111.
Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks 8/26/20 - NBA
The Wednesday NBA Playoff schedule will tip-off with a matchup between the Orlando Magic and the Milwaukee Bucks from the Walt Disney World Resort. The eighth seeded Magic are undermanned and on the brink of elimination. In Game Four, Orlando was outscored by 12 points during the fourth quarter of a 121-106 loss. The Magic connected on 18-for-45 from the three-point line in defeat.
All-Star C Nikola Vucevic continued his stellar play with 31 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. Markelle Fultz added 15 points and seven assists in a losing effort for the Magic.
The Milwaukee Bucks were the top rated defensive teams during the regular season and have started to impose their will on this series. On Monday, the Bucks used a 21-2 run starting late in the third quarter and extending into the fourth quarter to put the game out of reach. Milwaukee assisted on 29 of their 45 made field goals and shot 50 percent from the field.
MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo matched a game-high with 31 points on 14-for-21 shooting and grabbed 15 rebounds. Khris Middleton contributed 21 points and ten rebounds for the Bucks.
Recent Betting Trends
Magic are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss.
Bucks are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win.
Over is 22-5-1 in Magic last 28 overall.
Over is 4-1 in Magic last 5 games following a straight up loss.
Over is 7-3 in Bucks last 10 overall.
Free NBA Pick: over 226.5
Orlando F Aaron Gordon (hamstring) has not appeared in this series and is listed as questionable for Game Five. With Gordon sidelined, Evan Fournier has not been able to step up for the Magic. Milwaukee will advance with a win on Wednesday with a game that will go over the total. Final Score Prediction, Milwaukee Bucks win but our top play is on this over total 124-110.
The Wednesday NBA Playoff schedule will tip-off with a matchup between the Orlando Magic and the Milwaukee Bucks from the Walt Disney World Resort. The eighth seeded Magic are undermanned and on the brink of elimination. In Game Four, Orlando was outscored by 12 points during the fourth quarter of a 121-106 loss. The Magic connected on 18-for-45 from the three-point line in defeat.
All-Star C Nikola Vucevic continued his stellar play with 31 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. Markelle Fultz added 15 points and seven assists in a losing effort for the Magic.
The Milwaukee Bucks were the top rated defensive teams during the regular season and have started to impose their will on this series. On Monday, the Bucks used a 21-2 run starting late in the third quarter and extending into the fourth quarter to put the game out of reach. Milwaukee assisted on 29 of their 45 made field goals and shot 50 percent from the field.
MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo matched a game-high with 31 points on 14-for-21 shooting and grabbed 15 rebounds. Khris Middleton contributed 21 points and ten rebounds for the Bucks.
Recent Betting Trends
Magic are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss.
Bucks are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win.
Over is 22-5-1 in Magic last 28 overall.
Over is 4-1 in Magic last 5 games following a straight up loss.
Over is 7-3 in Bucks last 10 overall.
Free NBA Pick: over 226.5
Orlando F Aaron Gordon (hamstring) has not appeared in this series and is listed as questionable for Game Five. With Gordon sidelined, Evan Fournier has not been able to step up for the Magic. Milwaukee will advance with a win on Wednesday with a game that will go over the total. Final Score Prediction, Milwaukee Bucks win but our top play is on this over total 124-110.
LA Galaxy vs Seattle Sounders 8/26/20 – MLS (SOCCER)
The Galaxy are a team that has struggled quite a bit on the year so far. The Galaxy have played in 6 games on the year and have won only 1 game on the year. The LA team has managed to get a couple of draws in the game but the team had 3 losses as well.
So far this season the Galaxy have been able to score a total of 7 goals on the year. When it comes to the passing the LA Galaxy have managed to get 4 assist so far. The Galaxy defense has allowed a total of 11 goals to be scored against them so far.
Seattle is heading to the game here with a decent record in their 6 games that they have played so far. The Sounders have managed to find their way to second place in the table and have a total of 3 wins on the year, 2 draws, but have a loss on the year as well.
For their part the Sounders have ended up getting a total of 11 goals on the year. When it comes to playing defense, though, the Sounders have ended up giving up a total of 8 goals on the year so far. The passing for Seattle has been decent with a total of 5 assist on the year so far.
Free Soccer Pick: Seattle Sounders +169
With the game here it will be one that the teams are going to be fairly evenly matched. The difference is the fact that the Sounders are coming in a little bit better off and more rounded team. With the Sounders team they have looked good defensively as well and that could help them out here. Even with the dominance the Galaxy have shown in the past it will be impossible for them to come in and win the game here. Final Score Prediction, Seattle Sounders win 2-1.
The Galaxy are a team that has struggled quite a bit on the year so far. The Galaxy have played in 6 games on the year and have won only 1 game on the year. The LA team has managed to get a couple of draws in the game but the team had 3 losses as well.
So far this season the Galaxy have been able to score a total of 7 goals on the year. When it comes to the passing the LA Galaxy have managed to get 4 assist so far. The Galaxy defense has allowed a total of 11 goals to be scored against them so far.
Seattle is heading to the game here with a decent record in their 6 games that they have played so far. The Sounders have managed to find their way to second place in the table and have a total of 3 wins on the year, 2 draws, but have a loss on the year as well.
For their part the Sounders have ended up getting a total of 11 goals on the year. When it comes to playing defense, though, the Sounders have ended up giving up a total of 8 goals on the year so far. The passing for Seattle has been decent with a total of 5 assist on the year so far.
Free Soccer Pick: Seattle Sounders +169
With the game here it will be one that the teams are going to be fairly evenly matched. The difference is the fact that the Sounders are coming in a little bit better off and more rounded team. With the Sounders team they have looked good defensively as well and that could help them out here. Even with the dominance the Galaxy have shown in the past it will be impossible for them to come in and win the game here. Final Score Prediction, Seattle Sounders win 2-1.
Real Salt Lake vs LAFC 8/26/20 – MLS (SOCCER)
Real Salt Lake is heading into the game here sitting in 6th place in the table. Real Salt Lake is coming in with a total of 6 games played on the season so far. That has led to them getting 2 wins, 3 draws, but a loss as well. That translates to 9 points on the year.
The offense for the Real Salt Lake team has only managed to get a total of 9 goals on the year so far. The defense for Real Salt Lake has allowed a total of 9 goals on the year. The passing offense for Real Salt Lake is not that great with 5 assist on the year so far.
LAFC is coming to the match here sitting in 5th place in the table. They have ended up getting the exact same record and points total that has been seen for Real Salt Lake on the year. The main reason why LAFC is in they hold a +6 in the difference.
LAFC is coming to the game here with an offense that has scored a total of 20 goals on the year. The defense for LAFC has allowed 14 goals to be scored against them. The passing attack for LAFC has managed to get a total of 10 assist on the year.
Free Soccer Pick: LAFC -125
The game here will be one that is even on paper when it comes to the records, but the Real Salt Lake team has struggled quite a bit offensively on the year so far. The Real team also has not played the best defense. The LAFC club has managed to do good offensively and while they have given up more goals on the year the LAFC club should be able to contain the Real Salt Lake team rather easily. Final Score Prediction, LAFC wins 3-1.
Real Salt Lake is heading into the game here sitting in 6th place in the table. Real Salt Lake is coming in with a total of 6 games played on the season so far. That has led to them getting 2 wins, 3 draws, but a loss as well. That translates to 9 points on the year.
The offense for the Real Salt Lake team has only managed to get a total of 9 goals on the year so far. The defense for Real Salt Lake has allowed a total of 9 goals on the year. The passing offense for Real Salt Lake is not that great with 5 assist on the year so far.
LAFC is coming to the match here sitting in 5th place in the table. They have ended up getting the exact same record and points total that has been seen for Real Salt Lake on the year. The main reason why LAFC is in they hold a +6 in the difference.
LAFC is coming to the game here with an offense that has scored a total of 20 goals on the year. The defense for LAFC has allowed 14 goals to be scored against them. The passing attack for LAFC has managed to get a total of 10 assist on the year.
Free Soccer Pick: LAFC -125
The game here will be one that is even on paper when it comes to the records, but the Real Salt Lake team has struggled quite a bit offensively on the year so far. The Real team also has not played the best defense. The LAFC club has managed to do good offensively and while they have given up more goals on the year the LAFC club should be able to contain the Real Salt Lake team rather easily. Final Score Prediction, LAFC wins 3-1.
FC Dallas vs Colorado Rapids 8/26/20 - MLS (SOCCER)
On Wednesday, FC Dallas hosts the Colorado Rapids at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas for a showdown in the MLS. FC Dallas has not yet won or scored in its three matches since the MLS restart. Dallas battled to a 0-0 draw Friday against the Houston Dynamo in its most recent fixture. However, the lack of scoring is beginning to frustrate the attacking third for Dallas.
Dallas has now had nil-nil draws in each of its last two matches played and was outshot by Houston on Friday 17-7 while putting only one of its seven shots on frame. Dallas’ possession in the draw was just 43.1% compared to 56.9% for Houston. Dallas played a five man back line against the Dynamo, but that hurt the attack third for the club and could be changed against Colorado.
Colorado has lost three of its most recent four fixtures including a home defeat against Real Salt Lake of 4-1 in its most recent outing. Colorado has lost five consecutive times two Real Salt Lake in the Rocky Mountain Cup. The Rapids opened up the scoring in the first-half but then conceded four unanswered goals during the second half in the loss.
Free Soccer Pick: under 2.5
In the 38 matches that have been played in Dallas between the two clubs, Dallas has 24 victories, Colorado has eight victories and six have ended in a draw. Both FC Dallas and Colorado are coming off frustrating matches with FC Dallas failing to score in a 0-0 draw and Colorado being embarrassed at home 4-1 by Real Salt Lake. Dallas is having a hard time putting the ball in the net, while Colorado is having a hard time keeping it out of its own goal. Look for a low-scoring UNDER total in this. Final Score Prediction, FC Dallas wins but our best play is UNDER 2-0
On Wednesday, FC Dallas hosts the Colorado Rapids at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas for a showdown in the MLS. FC Dallas has not yet won or scored in its three matches since the MLS restart. Dallas battled to a 0-0 draw Friday against the Houston Dynamo in its most recent fixture. However, the lack of scoring is beginning to frustrate the attacking third for Dallas.
Dallas has now had nil-nil draws in each of its last two matches played and was outshot by Houston on Friday 17-7 while putting only one of its seven shots on frame. Dallas’ possession in the draw was just 43.1% compared to 56.9% for Houston. Dallas played a five man back line against the Dynamo, but that hurt the attack third for the club and could be changed against Colorado.
Colorado has lost three of its most recent four fixtures including a home defeat against Real Salt Lake of 4-1 in its most recent outing. Colorado has lost five consecutive times two Real Salt Lake in the Rocky Mountain Cup. The Rapids opened up the scoring in the first-half but then conceded four unanswered goals during the second half in the loss.
Free Soccer Pick: under 2.5
In the 38 matches that have been played in Dallas between the two clubs, Dallas has 24 victories, Colorado has eight victories and six have ended in a draw. Both FC Dallas and Colorado are coming off frustrating matches with FC Dallas failing to score in a 0-0 draw and Colorado being embarrassed at home 4-1 by Real Salt Lake. Dallas is having a hard time putting the ball in the net, while Colorado is having a hard time keeping it out of its own goal. Look for a low-scoring UNDER total in this. Final Score Prediction, FC Dallas wins but our best play is UNDER 2-0
Inter Miami CF vs Atlanta United FC 8/26/20 - MLS (SOCCER)
Inter Miami CF will host Atlanta United on Wednesday at Inter Miami CF Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a MLS fixture. Inter Miami is coming off its first victory in MLS play after defeating Orlando City SC on Saturday night. Inter Miami has some of the best young players from South America in the league including Julian Carranza a 20-year old from Argentina and Matias Pellegrini another 20-year old also from Argentina.
Inter Miami defeated Orlando City 3-2 after suffering five defeats by just one goal and being ousted early in the MLS is Back Tournament. Carranza started up front for Inter Miami and scored two goals, while Rodolfo Pizarro scored one goal and assisted on another. There appears to be no shortage of offense for Inter Miami but it's backline was too loose at times in the win.
Atlanta United is also coming off a big victory after defeating Nashville for the second time in the first six weeks of the MLS season. Atlanta boasts its own stars from South America with 27-year old Pity Martinez and 21-year old Ezequiel Barco. Martinez, who formerly played for River Plate, posted his first brace in the MLS in Atlanta’s 2-0 victory over Nashville.
Atlanta was able to keep a clean sheet against Nashville, although it will not be as easy when facing Inter Miami as the south Florida club has shown it has a potent front line and solid midfield that will give United problems throughout. Martinez will also have to come up big in the attack third of the pitch if Atlanta hopes to come out on top on Wednesday.
Free Soccer Pick: Inter Miami CF +165
This is the first time Inter Miami and Atlanta United have played head-to-head since it’s Inter Miami's inaugural season in the MLS. Inter Miami's confidence is at an all-time high after its first-ever victory in the MLS on Saturday and the south Florida-based club has several young, talented South American players that will pressure Atlanta upfront from start to finish and produce another win. Final Score Prediction, Inter Miami CF wins 3-2
Inter Miami CF will host Atlanta United on Wednesday at Inter Miami CF Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a MLS fixture. Inter Miami is coming off its first victory in MLS play after defeating Orlando City SC on Saturday night. Inter Miami has some of the best young players from South America in the league including Julian Carranza a 20-year old from Argentina and Matias Pellegrini another 20-year old also from Argentina.
Inter Miami defeated Orlando City 3-2 after suffering five defeats by just one goal and being ousted early in the MLS is Back Tournament. Carranza started up front for Inter Miami and scored two goals, while Rodolfo Pizarro scored one goal and assisted on another. There appears to be no shortage of offense for Inter Miami but it's backline was too loose at times in the win.
Atlanta United is also coming off a big victory after defeating Nashville for the second time in the first six weeks of the MLS season. Atlanta boasts its own stars from South America with 27-year old Pity Martinez and 21-year old Ezequiel Barco. Martinez, who formerly played for River Plate, posted his first brace in the MLS in Atlanta’s 2-0 victory over Nashville.
Atlanta was able to keep a clean sheet against Nashville, although it will not be as easy when facing Inter Miami as the south Florida club has shown it has a potent front line and solid midfield that will give United problems throughout. Martinez will also have to come up big in the attack third of the pitch if Atlanta hopes to come out on top on Wednesday.
Free Soccer Pick: Inter Miami CF +165
This is the first time Inter Miami and Atlanta United have played head-to-head since it’s Inter Miami's inaugural season in the MLS. Inter Miami's confidence is at an all-time high after its first-ever victory in the MLS on Saturday and the south Florida-based club has several young, talented South American players that will pressure Atlanta upfront from start to finish and produce another win. Final Score Prediction, Inter Miami CF wins 3-2
Orlando City SC vs Nashville SC 8/26/20 - MLS (SOCCER)
Orlando City SC hosts Nashville SC at Explorer Stadium on Wednesday and looks to bounce back from defeat as the Lions play their first match at home since late February before the covid-19 pandemic. Orlando City lost 3-2 to Inter Miami CF on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale. The loss came after Orlando City had an impressive run during the MLS s Back Tournament reaching the final.
Manager Oscar Pareja was not pleased with the lack of play in the defensive third for Orlando City especially when it came to defending the many crosses made by Miami during the match. Since the MLS schedule has Orlando City playing several matches in a short period of time, players have been rotated and at times makes it difficult to come up with a top unit on the pitch. Daryl Dike started up top four Orlando City and scored a goal and added an assist and is likely to be in the top 11 again on Wednesday.
Nashville is coming off a 2-0 loss at Atlanta United. The loss was Nashville's third straight during its inaugural season with two of them coming against Atlanta. The most recent defeat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium came after two straight clean sheets in back-to-back matches at Toyota Stadium against FC Dallas.
The inaugural season has started off slow for Nashville FC as the club has failed to score a goal in three of its first five matches and has scored only two goals over that same span which must be concerning for manager Gary Smith. In five matches played, Nashville has only taken 16 shots with only six being on target, which makes it very difficult not only to score but to win.
Free Soccer Pick: Orlando City SC -115
This will be the first time the two clubs have played one another since it is Nashville's inaugural season in the MLS. The advantage here goes to Orlando City not only due to playing on its home pitch but its offense is much stronger than that of Nashville and its roster has several experienced players. Daryl Dike is coming off a match with a goal and an assist and will play a prominent role in Orlando's victory on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction Orlando CIty SC wins 3-0
Orlando City SC hosts Nashville SC at Explorer Stadium on Wednesday and looks to bounce back from defeat as the Lions play their first match at home since late February before the covid-19 pandemic. Orlando City lost 3-2 to Inter Miami CF on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale. The loss came after Orlando City had an impressive run during the MLS s Back Tournament reaching the final.
Manager Oscar Pareja was not pleased with the lack of play in the defensive third for Orlando City especially when it came to defending the many crosses made by Miami during the match. Since the MLS schedule has Orlando City playing several matches in a short period of time, players have been rotated and at times makes it difficult to come up with a top unit on the pitch. Daryl Dike started up top four Orlando City and scored a goal and added an assist and is likely to be in the top 11 again on Wednesday.
Nashville is coming off a 2-0 loss at Atlanta United. The loss was Nashville's third straight during its inaugural season with two of them coming against Atlanta. The most recent defeat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium came after two straight clean sheets in back-to-back matches at Toyota Stadium against FC Dallas.
The inaugural season has started off slow for Nashville FC as the club has failed to score a goal in three of its first five matches and has scored only two goals over that same span which must be concerning for manager Gary Smith. In five matches played, Nashville has only taken 16 shots with only six being on target, which makes it very difficult not only to score but to win.
Free Soccer Pick: Orlando City SC -115
This will be the first time the two clubs have played one another since it is Nashville's inaugural season in the MLS. The advantage here goes to Orlando City not only due to playing on its home pitch but its offense is much stronger than that of Nashville and its roster has several experienced players. Daryl Dike is coming off a match with a goal and an assist and will play a prominent role in Orlando's victory on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction Orlando CIty SC wins 3-0
Washington Mystics vs Atlanta Dream 8/26/20 - WNBA
The Washington Mystics look to snap a two-game losing streak when playing the Atlanta Dream on Wednesday. Washington dropped to 4-9 following its 88-87 loss to the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday. In the loss, Tianna Hawkins led Washington with 19 points, while Ariel Atkins added 18 points. Myisha Hines-Allen pulled down a team-high 13 rebounds and handed out a career-high eight assists.
Misha Hines-Allen is the leading scorer and rebounder for Washington with averages of 16.2 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. The leader in assists is Emma Meesseman with an average of 4.5 per game. Ariel Atkins is the second-leading scorer with an average of 14.8 points per game. Washington continues to play without stars Elena Delle Donne, Aerial Powers and Tina Charles.
Atlanta looks for its second consecutive victory when facing Washington on Wednesday. The Dream improved to 3-11 following a 78-75 upset victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday. Betnijah Laney was the leading scorer for Atlanta in the victory with 16 points, handed out a team-high 10 assists and pulled down eight rebounds. The victory snapped a 10-game losing streak for the Dream.
Betnijah Laney Is leading Atlanta in scoring and assists with averages of 16.8 points and 4.5 assists per game. Monique Billings is the leading rebounder for the Dream with an average of 8.6 per game. Atlanta has just three active players averaging double-figures in scoring, as overall leading scorer Chennedy Carter remains sidelined with an injury.
Recent Betting Trends
Washington is 1-4-1 ATS in its last 6
The UNDER has cashed in 7 of the Mystics last 11
Atlanta is 2-5-1 ATS in its last 8
The OVER has cashed in 5 of the Dream’s last 7
Free WNBA Pick: Atlanta Dream +3
Both Washington and Atlanta are having extremely poor seasons in part due to injuries. The Mystics continue to play without stars Elena Delle Donne, Aerial Powers and Tina Charles, while Atlanta may get leading scorer Chennedy Carter back from an injury. The Dream played very solid defense down the stretch to upset Minnesota on Sunday and will pull off another surprise victory against the Mystics on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction, Atlanta Dream wins and cover ATS 85-79.
The Washington Mystics look to snap a two-game losing streak when playing the Atlanta Dream on Wednesday. Washington dropped to 4-9 following its 88-87 loss to the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday. In the loss, Tianna Hawkins led Washington with 19 points, while Ariel Atkins added 18 points. Myisha Hines-Allen pulled down a team-high 13 rebounds and handed out a career-high eight assists.
Misha Hines-Allen is the leading scorer and rebounder for Washington with averages of 16.2 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. The leader in assists is Emma Meesseman with an average of 4.5 per game. Ariel Atkins is the second-leading scorer with an average of 14.8 points per game. Washington continues to play without stars Elena Delle Donne, Aerial Powers and Tina Charles.
Atlanta looks for its second consecutive victory when facing Washington on Wednesday. The Dream improved to 3-11 following a 78-75 upset victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday. Betnijah Laney was the leading scorer for Atlanta in the victory with 16 points, handed out a team-high 10 assists and pulled down eight rebounds. The victory snapped a 10-game losing streak for the Dream.
Betnijah Laney Is leading Atlanta in scoring and assists with averages of 16.8 points and 4.5 assists per game. Monique Billings is the leading rebounder for the Dream with an average of 8.6 per game. Atlanta has just three active players averaging double-figures in scoring, as overall leading scorer Chennedy Carter remains sidelined with an injury.
Recent Betting Trends
Washington is 1-4-1 ATS in its last 6
The UNDER has cashed in 7 of the Mystics last 11
Atlanta is 2-5-1 ATS in its last 8
The OVER has cashed in 5 of the Dream’s last 7
Free WNBA Pick: Atlanta Dream +3
Both Washington and Atlanta are having extremely poor seasons in part due to injuries. The Mystics continue to play without stars Elena Delle Donne, Aerial Powers and Tina Charles, while Atlanta may get leading scorer Chennedy Carter back from an injury. The Dream played very solid defense down the stretch to upset Minnesota on Sunday and will pull off another surprise victory against the Mystics on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction, Atlanta Dream wins and cover ATS 85-79.
Minnesota Lynx vs LA Sparks 8/26/20 - WNBA
The Los Angeles Sparks meet up with the Minnesota Lynx at the IMG Academy. The Sparks won over the Dallas Wings 84-81 their last time out, the 7th straight win for the Sparks, and improved their record on the season to 10-3 on the year. The Lynx had a three-game winning streak snapped by the Atlanta Dream, as the Lynx fell 78-75 and dropped their record on the season to 9-4.
The Sparks are one of the hottest teams in the WNBA and behind the resurgence of veteran Candace Parker are averaging 86.3 points per game ranking 4th in the WNBA in scoring offense. The key for the Sparks has been their efficiency, shooting 48.2% from the field and 40.9% from beyond the arc which leads the league in 3-point percentage. Parker leads the team in scoring with 14 points per game while also adding 9.8 rebounds per game, leading all of the WNBA in rebounding.
Minnesota’s offense has been nothing special this season but has been good enough to get the job done coming in averaging 81.5 points per game ranking 6th/12 in the WNBA this season. The Lynx has three players averaging 14+ points and are led in scoring by Naphessa Collier who leads the way with 15.8 points per game and is second on the team wiht 8.7 rebounds per game. The Lynx will be missing Slyvia Fowles with a calf strain and is averaging 16.4 points per game and ranks second in the WNBA in rebounding with 9.7 boards per contest.
The Lynx defense has been one of the best in the WNBA this season, allowing just 76.4 points per game and holding opponents to 42.7% from the field. Minnesota has a stout defense which has gotten them to a 9-4 record but their offense has shown some vulnerabilities. LA comes in allowing 79.2 points per game ranking 3rd in scoring defense and opposing teams are shooting 44.1% against the Sparks defense.
Recent Betting Trends
Los Angeles is 7-2 ATS in its last 9 games
Los Angeles is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Los Angeles is 5-0 ATS and SU in its last 5 games when playing Minnesota
Minnesota is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games
Free WNBA Pick: LA Sparks -7
The Sparks have won seven straight games and look to be unstoppable in their recent run of games. With the Lynx at full strength, this game could go a different way but with the veteran leadership of Candace Parker, the LA offense overwhelms Minnesota. Minnesota looked like a completely different team their last time out, falling to the 3-11 Dream and their woes continue against the top echelon of the WNBA. The Sparks hold the average Minnesota offense below 80 points and the offense catches fire on the way to their 8th straight win. Final score prediction, LA Sparks win and cover ATS 87-75.
The Los Angeles Sparks meet up with the Minnesota Lynx at the IMG Academy. The Sparks won over the Dallas Wings 84-81 their last time out, the 7th straight win for the Sparks, and improved their record on the season to 10-3 on the year. The Lynx had a three-game winning streak snapped by the Atlanta Dream, as the Lynx fell 78-75 and dropped their record on the season to 9-4.
The Sparks are one of the hottest teams in the WNBA and behind the resurgence of veteran Candace Parker are averaging 86.3 points per game ranking 4th in the WNBA in scoring offense. The key for the Sparks has been their efficiency, shooting 48.2% from the field and 40.9% from beyond the arc which leads the league in 3-point percentage. Parker leads the team in scoring with 14 points per game while also adding 9.8 rebounds per game, leading all of the WNBA in rebounding.
Minnesota’s offense has been nothing special this season but has been good enough to get the job done coming in averaging 81.5 points per game ranking 6th/12 in the WNBA this season. The Lynx has three players averaging 14+ points and are led in scoring by Naphessa Collier who leads the way with 15.8 points per game and is second on the team wiht 8.7 rebounds per game. The Lynx will be missing Slyvia Fowles with a calf strain and is averaging 16.4 points per game and ranks second in the WNBA in rebounding with 9.7 boards per contest.
The Lynx defense has been one of the best in the WNBA this season, allowing just 76.4 points per game and holding opponents to 42.7% from the field. Minnesota has a stout defense which has gotten them to a 9-4 record but their offense has shown some vulnerabilities. LA comes in allowing 79.2 points per game ranking 3rd in scoring defense and opposing teams are shooting 44.1% against the Sparks defense.
Recent Betting Trends
Los Angeles is 7-2 ATS in its last 9 games
Los Angeles is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Los Angeles is 5-0 ATS and SU in its last 5 games when playing Minnesota
Minnesota is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games
Free WNBA Pick: LA Sparks -7
The Sparks have won seven straight games and look to be unstoppable in their recent run of games. With the Lynx at full strength, this game could go a different way but with the veteran leadership of Candace Parker, the LA offense overwhelms Minnesota. Minnesota looked like a completely different team their last time out, falling to the 3-11 Dream and their woes continue against the top echelon of the WNBA. The Sparks hold the average Minnesota offense below 80 points and the offense catches fire on the way to their 8th straight win. Final score prediction, LA Sparks win and cover ATS 87-75.
Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Sun 8/26/20 - WNBA
The Sun will be coming into the game here with a somewhat decent record on the year. The Sun have ended up with a 6-8 record overall. The last game that the Connecticut team played in ended up being a win over the New York Liberty by a 82-65 score.
The leading scorer for the Sun on the year so far has been DeWanna Bonner who has put in a total of 18.3 points a game. She has managed to shoot at a clip of 41.9% on the year so far. The rebounding leader for the Sun is Alyssa Thomas who has ended up getting 8.9 boards a game, but has managed to get a total of 4.7 assist per game.
Phoenix is coming into the game here playing a little bit better than the Sun. The Mercury have ended up getting a 7-7 record on the year so far and have looked fairly impressive in how the team has been playing. The last game for the Mercury ended up being a 88-87 win over the Washington Mystics.
Leading the scoring for Phoenix has been Diana Taurasi who has put in a total of 16.5 points per game, but is only shooting at a clip of 38.7% on the year from the floor. Taurasi also leads the Mercury in the assist department with 5.1 per game. One glaring question mark for the Mercury would be who can take the rebounding lead as Brittney Grinner was the leading rebounder, but left the bubble.
Free WNBA Pick: Connecticut Sun +3
In the game here the Sun are going to have an advantage as the Mercury have to adjust with the loss of Grinner who left the bubble. Look for the loss of Grinner to bring the Mercury team a lot of question marks on the year as the Sun are able to control the rebounding department and that helps out quite a bit in the game here as the Sun have an easier time prevent second chance shots. Final Score Prediction, Connecticut Sun win 79-75.
The Sun will be coming into the game here with a somewhat decent record on the year. The Sun have ended up with a 6-8 record overall. The last game that the Connecticut team played in ended up being a win over the New York Liberty by a 82-65 score.
The leading scorer for the Sun on the year so far has been DeWanna Bonner who has put in a total of 18.3 points a game. She has managed to shoot at a clip of 41.9% on the year so far. The rebounding leader for the Sun is Alyssa Thomas who has ended up getting 8.9 boards a game, but has managed to get a total of 4.7 assist per game.
Phoenix is coming into the game here playing a little bit better than the Sun. The Mercury have ended up getting a 7-7 record on the year so far and have looked fairly impressive in how the team has been playing. The last game for the Mercury ended up being a 88-87 win over the Washington Mystics.
Leading the scoring for Phoenix has been Diana Taurasi who has put in a total of 16.5 points per game, but is only shooting at a clip of 38.7% on the year from the floor. Taurasi also leads the Mercury in the assist department with 5.1 per game. One glaring question mark for the Mercury would be who can take the rebounding lead as Brittney Grinner was the leading rebounder, but left the bubble.
Free WNBA Pick: Connecticut Sun +3
In the game here the Sun are going to have an advantage as the Mercury have to adjust with the loss of Grinner who left the bubble. Look for the loss of Grinner to bring the Mercury team a lot of question marks on the year as the Sun are able to control the rebounding department and that helps out quite a bit in the game here as the Sun have an easier time prevent second chance shots. Final Score Prediction, Connecticut Sun win 79-75.
Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche 8/26/20 - NHL
The Dallas Stars have taken a commanding 2 games to none lead after getting a win in their last game. With the win the Stars were able to put in another 5 goal showing on the day. However, unlike the first game which seen the Stars give up 3 goals the Dallas team only allowed 2 goals to be scored in the game here.
In the second game of the series the Stars were able to rip off only 27 shots on net. The Dallas team managed to get a total of 60 hits in the game. Dallas did end up winning 30 faceoffs, but to help them out even more the Stars were great on the power play with a 2-3 success rate.
Colorado is facing a situation that they were not really expecting to be in. The Avalanche had been a dominating team for most of the postseason and now are down 2 games to none. To make matters even worse for the Avalanche is the fact that they are using their back up goalie in the net, but also have fallen flat offensively so far as well.
With the Avalanche they managed to get a total of 40 shots off the sticks and to the net. The Avalanche have ended up with a total of only 29 hits in the game. The faceoff battle is one that seen the Avalanche win a total of 39 faceoffs. One aspect that Colorado was outmatched in was the power play as Colorado only converted on 25% of the faceoffs.
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The total has gone OVER in 5 of Colorado's last 5 games.
Colorado are 13-7 SU in their last 20 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Dallas' last 5 games.
Dallas are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
Free NHL Pick: Dallas Stars +120
The game here is one which the Avalanche have their backs on the wall and they are not really showing up offensively. The staunch defense from Dallas is definitely playing havoc with the Avalanche offense and until the Colorado team figures out how to beat them the pressure on the Avs net minders will be to much and that leads to Colorado losing this game as well. Final Score Prediction, Dallas Stars win 4-1.
The Dallas Stars have taken a commanding 2 games to none lead after getting a win in their last game. With the win the Stars were able to put in another 5 goal showing on the day. However, unlike the first game which seen the Stars give up 3 goals the Dallas team only allowed 2 goals to be scored in the game here.
In the second game of the series the Stars were able to rip off only 27 shots on net. The Dallas team managed to get a total of 60 hits in the game. Dallas did end up winning 30 faceoffs, but to help them out even more the Stars were great on the power play with a 2-3 success rate.
Colorado is facing a situation that they were not really expecting to be in. The Avalanche had been a dominating team for most of the postseason and now are down 2 games to none. To make matters even worse for the Avalanche is the fact that they are using their back up goalie in the net, but also have fallen flat offensively so far as well.
With the Avalanche they managed to get a total of 40 shots off the sticks and to the net. The Avalanche have ended up with a total of only 29 hits in the game. The faceoff battle is one that seen the Avalanche win a total of 39 faceoffs. One aspect that Colorado was outmatched in was the power play as Colorado only converted on 25% of the faceoffs.
Recent Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Colorado's last 5 games.
Colorado are 13-7 SU in their last 20 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Dallas' last 5 games.
Dallas are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
Free NHL Pick: Dallas Stars +120
The game here is one which the Avalanche have their backs on the wall and they are not really showing up offensively. The staunch defense from Dallas is definitely playing havoc with the Avalanche offense and until the Colorado team figures out how to beat them the pressure on the Avs net minders will be to much and that leads to Colorado losing this game as well. Final Score Prediction, Dallas Stars win 4-1.
Bruins vs. Lightning 8/26/20 - NHL
The Bruins and the Lightning ended up having a great game that went into the overtime period. The downside is both teams are going to be playing on a short rest to get back to the ice on Wednesday. Now, the game here will be one that the teams are familiar with each other and they both know what it takes to score against the other team.
The win for the Tampa Bay team ended up evening up the record with the Bruins. Now, the other aspect of the game is the Lightning offense was able to put quite a bit of pressure on the Bruins defense and showed that it has cracks. The Bruins for their part are going to come into the game and have to figure out how to play better defensively and keep the Lightning offense off balance.
In the loss the Boston club managed to get a total of 25 shots on the goal. The Bruins were also a very physical team as well with 47 hits in the game. When it comes to the faceoffs the Bruins were able to get a total of 33 faceoffs won.
For the Tampa Bay team the Lightning have managed to get a total of 40 shots on the goal. The Lightning were not that bad when it comes to physical play either with 43 hits. Winning the faceoffs the Lightning managed to get a total of 31 faceoffs won.
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Boston are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games.
Boston are 3-12 SU in their last 15 games against Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
Tampa Bay are 16-5 SU in their last 21 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division division.
Free NHL Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -112
In the game here the Lightning are one team that should be able to play really well. However, the Lightning are a team that has to improve defensively as the Bruins were able to get only 25 shots in the game and scored on 3 of those. The Lightning have ended up playing really well in the tight games and that should continue in the game again here as the Bruins continue to struggle to keep the Lightning from putting in a ton of pressure on the net. Final Score Prediction, Tampa Bay Lightning win 4-2.
The Bruins and the Lightning ended up having a great game that went into the overtime period. The downside is both teams are going to be playing on a short rest to get back to the ice on Wednesday. Now, the game here will be one that the teams are familiar with each other and they both know what it takes to score against the other team.
The win for the Tampa Bay team ended up evening up the record with the Bruins. Now, the other aspect of the game is the Lightning offense was able to put quite a bit of pressure on the Bruins defense and showed that it has cracks. The Bruins for their part are going to come into the game and have to figure out how to play better defensively and keep the Lightning offense off balance.
In the loss the Boston club managed to get a total of 25 shots on the goal. The Bruins were also a very physical team as well with 47 hits in the game. When it comes to the faceoffs the Bruins were able to get a total of 33 faceoffs won.
For the Tampa Bay team the Lightning have managed to get a total of 40 shots on the goal. The Lightning were not that bad when it comes to physical play either with 43 hits. Winning the faceoffs the Lightning managed to get a total of 31 faceoffs won.
Recent Betting Trends
Boston are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games.
Boston are 3-12 SU in their last 15 games against Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
Tampa Bay are 16-5 SU in their last 21 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division division.
Free NHL Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -112
In the game here the Lightning are one team that should be able to play really well. However, the Lightning are a team that has to improve defensively as the Bruins were able to get only 25 shots in the game and scored on 3 of those. The Lightning have ended up playing really well in the tight games and that should continue in the game again here as the Bruins continue to struggle to keep the Lightning from putting in a ton of pressure on the net. Final Score Prediction, Tampa Bay Lightning win 4-2.
NY Islanders vs Philadelphia Flyers 8/26/20 - NHL
The New York Islanders look for their second consecutive victory over the Philadelphia Flyers when the two meet on Wednesday for Game 2 of their NHL Eastern Conference semifinals best-of-seven series. The Islanders defeated the Flyers in Game 1 on Monday 4-0. Semyon Varlamov stopped all 29 shots he faced in net and Andy Greene scored for the first time during the playoffs in the last 10 years to help lead the Islanders to the victory.
Anthony Beauvillier is leading the Islanders in goals scored during the postseason with six. Left winger Josh Bailey is the leader in assists with eight and the leader in points with 10. Anders Lee is leading New York in penalty minutes with 11. In goal, Semyon Varlamov is 8-2 with a goals-against average of 1.50 and a save percentage of .941.
Philadelphia will look to get back on track following its shutout loss to the Islanders in Game 1. The Flyers were in the game until the third period after trailing just 1-0 through the first two periods. However, the Flyers shooters could not put any shot past Islanders netminder Varlamov. Carter Hart made 26 saves in net for the Flyers in the loss.
Right winger Jakub Voracek is leading Philadelphia in goals scored with four and in points with eight during the postseason. Center Kevin Hayes is the leader in assists with six. Voracek is also leading Philadelphia in penalty minutes with 20. In goal, Carter Hart is 6-3 with a goals against average of 1.86 and a save percentage of .938.
Recent Betting Trends
New York is 6-1 in its last 7
The UNDER has cashed in 8 of the Islanders last 11 as the underdog
Philadelphia is 16-4 in its last 20
The UNDER has cashed in 10 of its last 13
Free NHL Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -110
The Philadelphia Flyers will bounce back with a big outing on Wednesday against the Islanders in Game 2. The Flyers have won 16 of their last 20 overall and 14 of their last 18 versus opponents from the Eastern Conference. The Islanders were successful in shutting down the Flyers offensive attack on Monday, but Jakub Voracek and Kevin Hayes will lead the Flyers to the victory on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction, Philadelphia Flyers win 4-1.
The New York Islanders look for their second consecutive victory over the Philadelphia Flyers when the two meet on Wednesday for Game 2 of their NHL Eastern Conference semifinals best-of-seven series. The Islanders defeated the Flyers in Game 1 on Monday 4-0. Semyon Varlamov stopped all 29 shots he faced in net and Andy Greene scored for the first time during the playoffs in the last 10 years to help lead the Islanders to the victory.
Anthony Beauvillier is leading the Islanders in goals scored during the postseason with six. Left winger Josh Bailey is the leader in assists with eight and the leader in points with 10. Anders Lee is leading New York in penalty minutes with 11. In goal, Semyon Varlamov is 8-2 with a goals-against average of 1.50 and a save percentage of .941.
Philadelphia will look to get back on track following its shutout loss to the Islanders in Game 1. The Flyers were in the game until the third period after trailing just 1-0 through the first two periods. However, the Flyers shooters could not put any shot past Islanders netminder Varlamov. Carter Hart made 26 saves in net for the Flyers in the loss.
Right winger Jakub Voracek is leading Philadelphia in goals scored with four and in points with eight during the postseason. Center Kevin Hayes is the leader in assists with six. Voracek is also leading Philadelphia in penalty minutes with 20. In goal, Carter Hart is 6-3 with a goals against average of 1.86 and a save percentage of .938.
Recent Betting Trends
New York is 6-1 in its last 7
The UNDER has cashed in 8 of the Islanders last 11 as the underdog
Philadelphia is 16-4 in its last 20
The UNDER has cashed in 10 of its last 13
Free NHL Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -110
The Philadelphia Flyers will bounce back with a big outing on Wednesday against the Islanders in Game 2. The Flyers have won 16 of their last 20 overall and 14 of their last 18 versus opponents from the Eastern Conference. The Islanders were successful in shutting down the Flyers offensive attack on Monday, but Jakub Voracek and Kevin Hayes will lead the Flyers to the victory on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction, Philadelphia Flyers win 4-1.
Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Reilly Opelka 8/26/20 - Cincinnati Masters Tennis
Greek tennis superstar Stefanos Tsitsipas has made it into the quarterfinals of the 2020 ATP Cincinnati Masters. At this stage of the tournament, Tsitsipas will play against Reilly Opelka from the United States.
Reilly Opelka has one of the biggest serves on the ATP tour and he showed that in the previous round where he defeated the number 6 seed, Matteo Berrettini. Opelka hit 19 aces which helped him win 60% of his service points and all of his serve games. Opelka also won a return game and a tiebreaker to secure the win. It has been a good tournament for Opelka as he has enjoyed playing on home soil. This is expected to be a much tougher match for Reilly Opelka as he is playing against the number 4 seed.
Looking at Stefanos Tsitsipas, the Greek player has looked in immense form as he started the tournament by defeating Kevin Anderson and then defeated John Isner in the previous round. The win against Isner was a highlight of quality serving with Tsitsipas winning all of his service games while hitting 10 aces and only 1 double fault. Tsitsipas is yet to lose a service game in this tournament and he is looking very strong as he enters this match. Prior to the halt for COVID, Stefanos Tsitisipas was having a very strong season as he finished second at ATP Dubai while winning the Open 13 in France.
This will be the first time that Stefanos Tsitsipas will be playing against Reilly Opelka in a head-to-head match at an ATP event.
Free Tennis Pick: Stefanos Tsitsipas
Taking everything into consideration, I am going to pick Stefanos Tsitsipas to win this match. Stefanos Tsitsipas is an exceptional player and he has been playing at a level above in this tournament. I see this being an easy win for Tsitsipas who should win in straight sets.
Greek tennis superstar Stefanos Tsitsipas has made it into the quarterfinals of the 2020 ATP Cincinnati Masters. At this stage of the tournament, Tsitsipas will play against Reilly Opelka from the United States.
Reilly Opelka has one of the biggest serves on the ATP tour and he showed that in the previous round where he defeated the number 6 seed, Matteo Berrettini. Opelka hit 19 aces which helped him win 60% of his service points and all of his serve games. Opelka also won a return game and a tiebreaker to secure the win. It has been a good tournament for Opelka as he has enjoyed playing on home soil. This is expected to be a much tougher match for Reilly Opelka as he is playing against the number 4 seed.
Looking at Stefanos Tsitsipas, the Greek player has looked in immense form as he started the tournament by defeating Kevin Anderson and then defeated John Isner in the previous round. The win against Isner was a highlight of quality serving with Tsitsipas winning all of his service games while hitting 10 aces and only 1 double fault. Tsitsipas is yet to lose a service game in this tournament and he is looking very strong as he enters this match. Prior to the halt for COVID, Stefanos Tsitisipas was having a very strong season as he finished second at ATP Dubai while winning the Open 13 in France.
This will be the first time that Stefanos Tsitsipas will be playing against Reilly Opelka in a head-to-head match at an ATP event.
Free Tennis Pick: Stefanos Tsitsipas
Taking everything into consideration, I am going to pick Stefanos Tsitsipas to win this match. Stefanos Tsitsipas is an exceptional player and he has been playing at a level above in this tournament. I see this being an easy win for Tsitsipas who should win in straight sets.
Dodgers at Giants 8/26/20 - MLB
On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Dodgers play the second game of a three-game series on the road against the San Francisco Giants. Los Angeles was off on Monday and the Dodgers improved to 22-8 on Sunday following an 11-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies. With the victory, the Dodgers swept the Rockies in their three-game series and lead the National League West by four games.
Mookie Betts is batting .300 to lead the Dodgers. The Los Angeles right fielder is leading the team in home runs with 11, RBIs 24 and hits with 33. Chris Taylor is leading the Dodgers in on-base percentage at .377. On Wednesday, Los Angeles will send Clayton Kershaw to the mound. The southpaw 3-1 with an ERA of 2.25, 29 Ks and 4 BBs.
San Francisco was also off on Monday and improved to 14-16 on Sunday with its 6-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Giants have won six straight but are in fourth place in the NL West eight games behind the first-place Dodgers. Prior to winning its sixth straight the Giants had lost five straight.
Donovan Solano is batting .363 to lead the Giants. San Francisco right fielder Mike Yastrzemski is leading the Giants in home runs with 7, RBIs with 23 and hits with 34. On Wednesday, San Francisco will send Kevin Gausman to the mound. The right-hander is 1-1 with an ERA of 4.65, 42 Ks and 6 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Los Angeles is 11-1 in its last 12
The UNDER has cashed in 4 of the Dodgers last 6
San Francisco is 6-0 in its last 6
The UNDER has cashed in 8 of the Giants last 10 versus an NL opponent
Free MLB Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers -1.5 (-150)
Los Angeles will have its ace Clayton Kershaw on the mound Wednesday. The southpaw is 3-1 with an ERA of 2.25. The Dodgers have won 11 of their last 12, eight of their last 11 head-to-head with San Francisco and six of their last seven when playing on the road. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Dodgers win 6-1.
On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Dodgers play the second game of a three-game series on the road against the San Francisco Giants. Los Angeles was off on Monday and the Dodgers improved to 22-8 on Sunday following an 11-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies. With the victory, the Dodgers swept the Rockies in their three-game series and lead the National League West by four games.
Mookie Betts is batting .300 to lead the Dodgers. The Los Angeles right fielder is leading the team in home runs with 11, RBIs 24 and hits with 33. Chris Taylor is leading the Dodgers in on-base percentage at .377. On Wednesday, Los Angeles will send Clayton Kershaw to the mound. The southpaw 3-1 with an ERA of 2.25, 29 Ks and 4 BBs.
San Francisco was also off on Monday and improved to 14-16 on Sunday with its 6-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Giants have won six straight but are in fourth place in the NL West eight games behind the first-place Dodgers. Prior to winning its sixth straight the Giants had lost five straight.
Donovan Solano is batting .363 to lead the Giants. San Francisco right fielder Mike Yastrzemski is leading the Giants in home runs with 7, RBIs with 23 and hits with 34. On Wednesday, San Francisco will send Kevin Gausman to the mound. The right-hander is 1-1 with an ERA of 4.65, 42 Ks and 6 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Los Angeles is 11-1 in its last 12
The UNDER has cashed in 4 of the Dodgers last 6
San Francisco is 6-0 in its last 6
The UNDER has cashed in 8 of the Giants last 10 versus an NL opponent
Free MLB Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers -1.5 (-150)
Los Angeles will have its ace Clayton Kershaw on the mound Wednesday. The southpaw is 3-1 with an ERA of 2.25. The Dodgers have won 11 of their last 12, eight of their last 11 head-to-head with San Francisco and six of their last seven when playing on the road. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Dodgers win 6-1.
Rockies at Diamondbacks 8/26/20 - MLB
The Colorado Rockies play the third game of a four-game series on the road against National League West rival the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday. Colorado snapped its seven-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over Arizona in the opening game of the series Monday to improve to 14-15. The Rockies are in third place in the NL West 7 ½ games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers
Charlie Blackmon is batting .405 to lead Colorado. The Rockies right fielder is leading in RBIs with 24 and hits with 45. shortstop Trevor Story is leading Colorado in home runs with nine. On Wednesday, Colorado will send Jon Gray to the mound. The right-hander is 1-3 with an ERA of 6.23, 16 Ks and 8 BBs.
Arizona dropped to 13-17 following its loss on Monday to the Rockies. Arizona has lost each of its last six and has tumbled down to the basement of the National League West nine games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. Arizona pitcher Taylor Widener suffered the loss after allowing one run in two innings out of the bullpen.
Ketel Marte is batting .328 to lead Arizona.Second baseman is also leading Arizona in hits with 38. Right fielder Kole Calhoun is leading in home runs with eight and left fielder David Peralta is leading in RBIs with 20. On Wednesday, Arizona will send Robbie Ray to the mound. The left-hander is 1-3 with an ERA of 8.33, 35 Ks and 25 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Colorado is 4-9 in its last 13 versus Arizona
The UNDER has cashed in 6 of the Rockies last 7 on the road in Arizona
Arizona 0-6 in its last 6
The UNDER has cashed in each of the D-Backs last 6
Free MLB Pick: Colorado Rockies -110
Colorado was finally able to snap its seven-game losing streak with a victory over Arizona on Monday. Arizona on the other hand has lost each of its last six and four of its last five versus an opponent from the National League. The Diamondbacks will have Robbie Ray on the mound who in just 27 Innings pitched this season has served up nine home runs and walked 25. With patience at the plate, the Rockies will score numerous runs on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction, Colorado Rockies win 8-3.
The Colorado Rockies play the third game of a four-game series on the road against National League West rival the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday. Colorado snapped its seven-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over Arizona in the opening game of the series Monday to improve to 14-15. The Rockies are in third place in the NL West 7 ½ games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers
Charlie Blackmon is batting .405 to lead Colorado. The Rockies right fielder is leading in RBIs with 24 and hits with 45. shortstop Trevor Story is leading Colorado in home runs with nine. On Wednesday, Colorado will send Jon Gray to the mound. The right-hander is 1-3 with an ERA of 6.23, 16 Ks and 8 BBs.
Arizona dropped to 13-17 following its loss on Monday to the Rockies. Arizona has lost each of its last six and has tumbled down to the basement of the National League West nine games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. Arizona pitcher Taylor Widener suffered the loss after allowing one run in two innings out of the bullpen.
Ketel Marte is batting .328 to lead Arizona.Second baseman is also leading Arizona in hits with 38. Right fielder Kole Calhoun is leading in home runs with eight and left fielder David Peralta is leading in RBIs with 20. On Wednesday, Arizona will send Robbie Ray to the mound. The left-hander is 1-3 with an ERA of 8.33, 35 Ks and 25 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Colorado is 4-9 in its last 13 versus Arizona
The UNDER has cashed in 6 of the Rockies last 7 on the road in Arizona
Arizona 0-6 in its last 6
The UNDER has cashed in each of the D-Backs last 6
Free MLB Pick: Colorado Rockies -110
Colorado was finally able to snap its seven-game losing streak with a victory over Arizona on Monday. Arizona on the other hand has lost each of its last six and four of its last five versus an opponent from the National League. The Diamondbacks will have Robbie Ray on the mound who in just 27 Innings pitched this season has served up nine home runs and walked 25. With patience at the plate, the Rockies will score numerous runs on Wednesday. Final Score Prediction, Colorado Rockies win 8-3.
Seattle Mariners at San Diego Padres 8/26/20 - MLB
The Seattle Mariners play the second game of a three-game interleague series on the road Wednesday against the San Diego Padres. The Mariners were off on Monday, but on Sunday improved to 11-19 following a 4-1 victory over the Texas Rangers. Seattle swept the Rangers in their three-game series and have won four of the last five to move into fourth place in the American League West.
Kyle Lewis is batting .368 to lead Seattle. The right fielder for Seattle is leading in home runs with seven and hits with 39. Third baseman Kyle Seager is leading in RBIs with 23. On Wednesday, Seattle will send Taijuan Walker to the mound. The right-hander is 2-2 with an ERA of 4.00, 25 Ks and 8 BBs.
San Diego was off on Monday, but the Padres improved to 18-12 on Sunday following their 5-3 victory over the Houston Astros that completed a three-game sweep of Houston and was the seventh consecutive victory for the Padres. San Diego has had two consecutive series sweeps over Texas and Houston. The Padres are in second place in the National League West four games behind the first-place Dodgers.
Fernando Tatis Jr. is batting .314 to lead the Padres. The shortstop for San Diego is leading in home runs with 12, RBIs with 29, hits with 37 and on-base percentage at .396. On Wednesday, San Diego will send Dinelson Lamet to the mound. The right-hander 2-1 with an ERA of 1.89, 45 Ks and 11 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Seattle is 4-1 in its last 5
The UNDER has cashed in 8 of the Mariners last 9
San Diego is 7-0 in its last 7
The OVER has cashed in 5 of the Padres last 7
Free MLB Pick: San Diego Padres -1.5 (-130)
Seattle and San Diego are currently playing very well with each riding multiple-game winning streaks into this series. However, Padres behind sensational shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. are one of baseball's hottest teams with seven consecutive victories and the Padres have won six straight on their home field at Petco Park. Final Score Prediction, San Diego Padres win and cover the run line 6-3.
The Seattle Mariners play the second game of a three-game interleague series on the road Wednesday against the San Diego Padres. The Mariners were off on Monday, but on Sunday improved to 11-19 following a 4-1 victory over the Texas Rangers. Seattle swept the Rangers in their three-game series and have won four of the last five to move into fourth place in the American League West.
Kyle Lewis is batting .368 to lead Seattle. The right fielder for Seattle is leading in home runs with seven and hits with 39. Third baseman Kyle Seager is leading in RBIs with 23. On Wednesday, Seattle will send Taijuan Walker to the mound. The right-hander is 2-2 with an ERA of 4.00, 25 Ks and 8 BBs.
San Diego was off on Monday, but the Padres improved to 18-12 on Sunday following their 5-3 victory over the Houston Astros that completed a three-game sweep of Houston and was the seventh consecutive victory for the Padres. San Diego has had two consecutive series sweeps over Texas and Houston. The Padres are in second place in the National League West four games behind the first-place Dodgers.
Fernando Tatis Jr. is batting .314 to lead the Padres. The shortstop for San Diego is leading in home runs with 12, RBIs with 29, hits with 37 and on-base percentage at .396. On Wednesday, San Diego will send Dinelson Lamet to the mound. The right-hander 2-1 with an ERA of 1.89, 45 Ks and 11 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Seattle is 4-1 in its last 5
The UNDER has cashed in 8 of the Mariners last 9
San Diego is 7-0 in its last 7
The OVER has cashed in 5 of the Padres last 7
Free MLB Pick: San Diego Padres -1.5 (-130)
Seattle and San Diego are currently playing very well with each riding multiple-game winning streaks into this series. However, Padres behind sensational shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. are one of baseball's hottest teams with seven consecutive victories and the Padres have won six straight on their home field at Petco Park. Final Score Prediction, San Diego Padres win and cover the run line 6-3.
Kansas City Royals at St Louis Cardinals 8/26/20 - MLB
On Wednesday, the Kansas City Royals will conclude a three-game interleague series on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Royals dropped to 11-18 following a 9-3 loss to the Cardinals in the first game of the series on Monday. Kansas City has lost three straight, four of its last five and six of its last nine and sits in last place in the American League Central.
Salvador Perez is batting .307 to lead Kansas City. Jorge Soler is leading the Royals in home runs with 7 and RBIs with 19. Second baseman Whit Merrifield is leading the Royals in hits with 34. Kansas City has not yet released the name of its starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals.
St Louis improved to 10-8 with its victory over the Royals on Monday. The Cardinals have won three straight and four of their last five and remain in second place in the National League Central three games behind the first-place Chicago Cubs. In the victory on Monday, Paul DeJong knocked in three runs, while Jack Flaherty threw five scoreless innings for the Cardinals.
Paul Goldschmidt is batting .368 to lead the Cardinals. The St. Louis first baseman has team highs in home runs with three and hits with 21. Third baseman Matt Carpenter is leading in RBIs with 12. On Wednesday, St Louis will send Dakota Hudson to the mound. The right-hander is 0-2 with an ERA of 3.46, 13 Ks and 4 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Kansas City is 1-4 in its last 5
The UNDER has cashed in 9 of the Royals last 11
St. Louis is 4-1 in its last 5
The UNDER has cashed in 4 of the Cardinals last 6
Free MLB Pick: Under 9 Runs
The play here is the UNDER. The UNDER has cashed in 9 of the Royals last 11. In addition, the UNDER has cashed in four of the Cardinals last six, in seven of the Cardinals last nine versus an opponent from the American League and in six of the Cardinals last eight versus an opponent from the American League Central Division. FInal Score Prediction, St. Louis Cardinals win but our best play is UNDER 4-2.
On Wednesday, the Kansas City Royals will conclude a three-game interleague series on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Royals dropped to 11-18 following a 9-3 loss to the Cardinals in the first game of the series on Monday. Kansas City has lost three straight, four of its last five and six of its last nine and sits in last place in the American League Central.
Salvador Perez is batting .307 to lead Kansas City. Jorge Soler is leading the Royals in home runs with 7 and RBIs with 19. Second baseman Whit Merrifield is leading the Royals in hits with 34. Kansas City has not yet released the name of its starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals.
St Louis improved to 10-8 with its victory over the Royals on Monday. The Cardinals have won three straight and four of their last five and remain in second place in the National League Central three games behind the first-place Chicago Cubs. In the victory on Monday, Paul DeJong knocked in three runs, while Jack Flaherty threw five scoreless innings for the Cardinals.
Paul Goldschmidt is batting .368 to lead the Cardinals. The St. Louis first baseman has team highs in home runs with three and hits with 21. Third baseman Matt Carpenter is leading in RBIs with 12. On Wednesday, St Louis will send Dakota Hudson to the mound. The right-hander is 0-2 with an ERA of 3.46, 13 Ks and 4 BBs.
Recent Betting Trends
Kansas City is 1-4 in its last 5
The UNDER has cashed in 9 of the Royals last 11
St. Louis is 4-1 in its last 5
The UNDER has cashed in 4 of the Cardinals last 6
Free MLB Pick: Under 9 Runs
The play here is the UNDER. The UNDER has cashed in 9 of the Royals last 11. In addition, the UNDER has cashed in four of the Cardinals last six, in seven of the Cardinals last nine versus an opponent from the American League and in six of the Cardinals last eight versus an opponent from the American League Central Division. FInal Score Prediction, St. Louis Cardinals win but our best play is UNDER 4-2.
