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Free NBA Picks Wednesday 1/29/2020 and Opening Line Report


by Jason Radowitz - 1/28/2020

Zach Lavine Chicago Bulls

Wednesday's NBA slate features six games with some sprinkled in value. There is not a single game between two teams above .500. Favorites will be heavy favorites. But will they be able to cover the hefty spreads? Here's the breakdown and early leans for Wednesday's NBA slate.

Bulls vs Pacers 1/29/20 (-5.5, 222)

The Pacers are coming off a 139-129 loss to the Trail Blazers after finishing a four-game road trip out West. The Bulls have surprised and won three of their last four games, with two of those wins coming at home. In the last two games, the Pacers have allowed more than120 points and have also scored more than 120 points. The Bulls offense won't be able to catch up to a Pacers team that is scoring lights out as of late.

Key trends: Pacers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.

Early lean: Pacers, Over

Pistons vs. Nets 1/29/20 (-3, 226)

The Nets are hanging onto a playoff spot in the East with a 19-26 record. That wasn't what fans of Brooklyn expected. The Pistons are looking to inch closer to that No. 8 spot with a win in Brooklyn. Both teams are 3-7 in their last 10 games. The lone win for the Nets was on the road against Detroit about a week ago. It's hard to beat a team twice in a week. Expect the Pistons to make adjustments and defeat the Nets on the road just like the Nets did to them.

Key trends: Nets are 2-10 ATS in their last 12 games following an ATS loss.

Early lean: Pistons, Under

Grizzlies vs. Knicks 1/29/20 (+2, 224)

We almost got a chance to see Barrett vs Morant. But, of course, Barrett is injured. The Knicks continue to watch as rookies that were picked one pick before them become superstars. Morant will be another. Memphis will be two games from .500 before their game at Madison Square Garden. They've won eight of their last 10 games and have lost to the Celtics and Pelicans. Those are two teams playing at a high level right now. Take Memphis on the road.

Key trends: Grizzlies are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 road games.

Early lean: Grizzlies, Over

Jazz vs. Spurs 1/29/20 (+2.5, 230)

The Jazz watched their win streak snap after taking a 126-117 loss to the Rockets, who were without James Harden and Russell Westbrook. Eric Gordon dropped 50 points in his tribute win as the Rockets dominated short-handed. The Spurs have now lost three straight games by a couple possessions each. The Spurs are 20-26, but they're not playing poorly. They're just having trouble finishing games. Still, Utah is different and will look to get back in the win column after a small hiccup. Take the Jazz. It's the more reliable option.

Key trends: Jazz are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS loss.

Early lean: Jazz, Under

Thunder vs. Kings 1/29/20 (+2.5, 230)

The Kings had a long road trip where they were able to win their last two games to salvage the trip. The Kings were winless before the two road wins against the Bulls and Timberwolves. And if you saw any of the Kings game against the Timberwolves, you'd know that the Kings really should've never had a chance to win. They were down 17 with 2:30 to go and came back to win the game in overtime. The Timberwolves are terrible. The Thunder's win streak was snapped by Dallas at home, but they should be able to rebound nicely against the Kings that really can't compete with teams above .500.

Key trends: Thunder are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.

Early lean: Thunder, Over

Rockets vs. Trail Blazers 1/29/20 (+4, 228)

Are the Rockets better without Westbrook and Harden? The Rockets defeated a Utah team that has been unstoppable this season without their two superstars. Eric Gordon dropped 50 and wiped out all the criticism that he was washed. Westbrook didn't play because he was too upset about Kobe's death, while Harden has a small injury. Portland has won two of their last three games, with all three games being at home. This will be the Blazers fourth game at home. And with Westbrook returning onto the court, there's skepticism. Take the Blazers at home.

Key trends: Trail Blazers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 Wednesday games.

Early lean: Blazers, Over

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