Sunday 4/4/21 Free Plays / Trends / Betting Info / Etc

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:12 PM

Al Cimaglia: Cal Expo Pick 4 Analysis-$30,000 Guaranteed Pool

April 4, 2021 | By Al Cimaglia

Tonight, Cal Expo has a 12-race card scheduled with the 0.20 Pick 4 slated to begin in Race 9. The sequence has a $30,000 guaranteed pool with a 15% takeout, and it will be my focus.

Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 9

4-Marys Pretty Girl (5/2)-This mare is 0-9 this year but has cashed checks versus better recently. Steps-up but fits and last was an improved effort. Could be sitting on a big try in 3rd start after a sick scratch.
6-Roaring Home (4-1)-Plano steers as Svendsen stayed true to Plested but this mare can be in the mix. Needs a trip and should get one from this post and could roll by down the lane.
7-Kiss On The Lips (4-1)-Steps-up after a win and Cutting will take a seat tonight. Has been a consistent player at this level and beat 5 from this crew last week.

Race 10

2-Contemporay Legend (7/2)-Has battled at different classes, looks like a fit here and this barn is batting 26% over the last 30 days. Cutting has had success in the past and he should have this 7-year-old in play off the gate.
4-Rockinscience (4-1)-Team Plano entry has been facing better and should be a player at this level. Barn has been cold but this 4-year-old has done well at CalX, winning 6 of 17 starts and could offer a square price.
5-Giggle Monster (2-1)-Winner of 3 straight and 9 of 10 this year looks like the one to beat a again. This field doesn't look to be a bigger challenge than last few. But streaks end and did miss a start, so will include others with more value.

Race 11

1-Hi Fidelity (8-1)-Back in with $4k claimers and that's the level of last win. This was Plano's choice over the Bertrand entry #5 the program chalk. Will take a swing with this price shot in a race with those in best form stepping up.
5-Catchmeinadream (5/2)-This is the 3rd start off the bench and drops in for a tag so will look for a big try. This race could set up better and might have more gas left to finish off the mile.

Race 12

2-Bombay Hanover (7/2)-Comes off an even effort in the first race at CalX after being off since 2-5. Drops and best to respect, could be tighter and Svendsen should be in striking range at the top of the lane.
3-Impressive Art (8-1)-Tried hard versus straight $8k claimers and couldn't get the top but did race evenly down the lane. Plano steers his own (#4), so Stewart gets the drive and he could get a cozy trip and sneak by late.
4-Ridonkuloso (7/2)-Steps-up after a sharp score from the 9-hole in the first start for the Plano barn. Won't be 25-1 this time but could take another picture with the same kind of effort.

0.20 Pick 4

4,6,7/2,4,5/1,5/2,3,4
Total Bet=$10.80

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:13 PM

Jerry Shottenkirk: My Late Pick 4 Ticket at Golden Gate

April 4, 2021 | By Jerry Shottenkirk

Golden Gate Fields has put together some challenging races in the late Pick 4 on Sunday, including one in which the ALL button is utilized.
The sequence runs from races 6-9 and the top challenge of the four races seems to be the seventh which is a mile turf races for 3-year-old fillies. It’s an optional claiming race, and under the conditions has drawn an even field. Seven fillies are in the field, and it’s so competitive that the case can easily made to take ‘em all.

The ticket amounts to a 4x7x2x2 approach and a $56 total on the 50-cent play.

Here’s a look at the main players:

Race 6 (6:50 p.m. ET, maiden)

SAWASDEE ran a good second two back and returns as the favorite, only to falter late. Can get back to a front-end position and should be tough all the way.

HANDR’SDREAM moves up from maiden claiming and was haltered by Tamayo. Has excellent early speed and could battle out front.

JIMMY IRISH worked a bullet five furlongs for his debut and races for the powerful Wong stable, which is hitting at 29 percent. Will get a ton of play.

NERVES OF STEEL lost a photo on turf at Santa Anita last out and has been in good races. Capable of a big effort in her first move up to the Bay.

Race 7 (7:20 p.m. ET, allowance optional claiming)

ALL

It’s a take-your-pick proposition in the seventh. FREEDOM FLYER and QUEEN MOLOTOV could rate an edge in the betting. FREEDOM FLYER comes out of strong races at Santa Anita and QUEEN MOLOTOV was a romping winner in her only start, which came over this strip.

Race 8 (7:50 p.m. ET, claiming)

RIGHTEOUSLY ran an even third in her return to Golden Gate after a visit to Santa Anita. Won here two races back and is a big player at this level.

WILDLY DRAMATIC has been a solid player in all three career starts – all here. She comes off a second, finishing just ahead of RIGHTEOUSLY. Those two will again give their best all this level.

Race 9 (8:20 p.m. ET, maiden claiming)

LEMON DROP TINI has had 15 chances to get win No. 1 and has been second in four of her last seven. Roman returns aboard and gives her the best shot she’s had at success.

QUICK AND DIRTY ran third in her first local start after three in southern California. The drop from maiden special to maiden claiming could get it done for her today.

Golden Gate Fields Late Pick 4 on Sunday:
50-cent Late Pick 4:
6) #2 Sawasdee, #4 Handr’sdream, #5 Jimmy Irish, #9 Nerves of Steel.
7) ALL (7 runners)
8) #1 Righteously, #7 Wildly Dramatic.
9) #1 Lemon Drop Tini, #2 Quick and Dirty.
Golden Gate Fields Late Pick 4 (races 6-9): 2-4-5-9 with ALL (7 runners) with 1-7 with 1-2 ($56).

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:13 PM

Jeff Siegel's Santa Anita Analysis/Wagering Strategies - 4/4/21

April 4, 2021

Specifically designed for the rolling exotic player, Jeff Siegel’s “Daily Analysis and Wagering Strategies” isolates those horses that should be included in daily doubles, pick-3s, pick-4s, pick-5s, and the pick-6.
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The selections are posted at 6:00 a.m. and updated later in the morning to reflect late scratches and changes (approximately 10:30 a.m.).
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Grade Descriptions: Grade A=Highest degree of confidence; Grade B=Solid Play. Grade C=Least preferred or pass; Grade X=probable winner but likely at odds too short to play.

Click here to view today’s Santa Anita Workout Report

RACE 1: Post: 1:00 PT Grade:
Use: 5-Queen’s Code; 8-Storm Seeker

Forecast: The Sunday opener is a state-bred turf sprint for older horses. Queen’s Code had a troubled run when fourth in a similar spot as the favorite last time out but a repeat of his debut grass dash last fall at Del Mar will allow him to make amends. We’re expecting the son of Desert Code to settle in the second flight and then have his chance to seal the deal from the quarter pole home. Storm Seeker adds blinkers and returns to what we suspect is his best surface. He had a right to need his recent comeback (speed/fade on dirt) but should be fitter and tighter today. Both should be included in rolling exotic play.
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RACE 2: Post: 1:35 PT Grade: X
Single: 1-Gamine

Forecast: Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint S.-G1 winner Gamine makes her seasonal bow in this four-runner affair and is listed as the 1/9 morning line favorite. You can use her as a free bingo space in rolling exotic play and better yet just pass the race.
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RACE 3: Post: 2:12 PT Grade: B-
Use: 2-Kalon; 5-Honey Jar

Forecast: Honey Jar is the best of the speed and Kalon is the best of the stalker/closers in this extended sprint on grass for maiden fillies and mares. ‘Jar, an excellent runner-up in her debut while four lengths clear of the rest, should move forward off that race for a stable that has superior stats with the second-time starter angle, while Kalon has numbers that can win and should get the patient ride she requires from U. Rispoli. In a race that we’ll otherwise leave alone, both should be included in rolling exotic play.
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RACE 4: Post: 2:46 PT Grade: X
Single: 6-Simmer Down

Forecast: Simmer Down has a huge edge in the speed figure department, so unless she regresses or something in this field improves dramatically the R. Hanson-trained daughter of Into Mischief should earn her diploma in this modest maiden claiming main track miler for sophomore fillies. However, at 8/5 on the morning line and likely to go lower she’ll offer very little wagering value. You can use her as a rolling exotic single or simply sit out the race.
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RACE 5: Post: 3:20 PT Grade: B
Use: 5-Westward Breeze; 6-Squared Shady

Forecast: Westward Breeze shortens in trip, adds Lasix, exits a pair of stakes races and is reunited with “win rider” U. Rispoli so we’re expecting this daughter of Munnings to regain her winning form in this allowance optional claimer for state-bred 3-year-old fillies. She’ll most likely settle in the second flight and then take hold when given her cue at the head of the lane. Squared Shady earned a career top speed figure when a respectable fourth in a similar grass dash here last month and will be tough to contain if she duplicates that effort today. The daughter of Square Eddie projects to be on or near the lead from here cozy outside draw over a turf course that she’s shown she really likes. Both should be used in rolling exotic play with a slight preference on top to Westward Breeze.
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RACE 6: Post: 3:53 PT Grade: B-
Use: 1-Brilliant Bird; 3-Uno Trouble Maker; 4-Kirsch Truffle

Forecast: We’ll go three-deep in our rolling exotics in this modest $10,000 claiming sprint for older fillies and mares. If you find the need to use a few more, go right ahead. Kirsch Truffle, away since last summer but training quite well for new trainer J. Periban, may be as good as any at 6-1 on the morning line. She gets a break in the weights with the switch to bug girl J. Pyfer and has back numbers that are good enough to beat this field;. We’re expecting her to fire a big shot fresh. Uno Trouble Maker overmatched when facing $32,000 foes up north but returns to her claim level today and should be capable of bouncing back over a main track she’s always loved (seven wins from 15 starts). The veteran mare will be on or near the lead throughout. Brilliant Bird, nosed out by ‘Maker when they squared off here in mid-February, has finished first or second in 15 of 30 career starts and, rail and all, should be set for her typical effort today.
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RACE 7: Post: 4:26 PT Grade: B-
Use: 1-Moonhall Milly; 2-On Mars

Forecast: The main players in this 10 furlong turf affair for entry-level allowance fillies and mares are drawn inside and are assured of ideal ground-saving trips. Moonhall Milly likes to settle and rally late and should really appreciate this longer distance. She earned a career top speed figure when a good third at this level last time out and should run at least as well if not better today. On Mars, always genuine and consistent, is another that should greatly enjoy mile and one-quarter trip. She finished a head in front of ‘Milly when they met over a mile last month and it may simply boil down to whoever gets the smoothest journey today.
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RACE 8: Post: 5:30 PT Grade: B
Use: 1-Paid Informant; 2-Kelani Kim

Forecast: Kelani Kim has trained like she’s fit and ready to pick up where she left off 11 months ago and the daughter of Union Rags will be able to outfoot this group if she does. The M. Glatt barn has solid stats with layoff runners and protects this filly in her first start back in a sign of confidence. Paid Informant is listed as the 4/5 morning line favorite, and while she’s certainly a major contender that price seems a tad short. Nonetheless, we’ll include the P. Miller-trained daughter of Into Mischief on our ticket due to the class drop, the addition of blinkers, and the switch to F. Prat.
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RACE 9: Post: 5:30 PT Grade: B-
Use: 3-Ultimate Hy; 6-Pistachio Princess; 8-Wishtheyallcouldbe

Forecast: The nightcap is a turf miler for older maiden state-bred fillies and mares. Pistachio Princes has the pedigree to handle the extra distance in her first outing since being claimed by J. Periban for $50,000 last month. She’s trained well for her new connections and could find herself as the controlling speed while sporting the always-dangerous two-sprints-and-a-stretch-out pattern. Ultimate Hy closed well to be second in a promising debut over this course and distance in January and makes her first start since. The layoff is a bit concerning and there’s a five week gap in her works, so she may not be totally trustworthy, but if she repeats her first race she’ll be the one fear most. Wishtheyallcouldbe, away since November and trying grass and two-turns for the first time, is a first-time Lasix user for a good outfit and has a right to return at least as well if not better than she left. At 4-1 on the morning line the M. Puype-trained daughter of Grazen is a “must use.”

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**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:13 PM

Brian W. Spencer's Daily Picks

Santa Anita - Race #3
Picks Notes
#2 Kalon Finisher was a bit flat late at 2/1 behind a nice winner, and she can probably step forward in this second start off the layoff. Better here.
#3 Irish Aura Looks like one of the ones after staying on as second-best behind That's Amore last time out, and she has turned in a couple of good works since.
#5 Honey Jar She showed some pace in the debut run, but the price gets much shorter this time around while she's meeting some decent pace in Irish Aura. Prat signing on is a big plus.
Race Summary Kalon might offer a fair price with the other listed pair likely to take some cash, too, and she's capable of better than what she showed in that last one in this second start off the layoff.

Santa Anita - Race #7
Picks Notes
#6 Rocking Redhead Should be able to control the pace again as she stretches out another eighth of a mile, but nothing about her 9f win last time out suggested that 10f is out of her scope. Tough here.
#1 Moonhall Milly She has been in with some decent groups in those last few starts, and she might offer a playable price off two somewhat modest efforts to kick off the 2021 campaign.
#2 On Mars She has been knocking on the door with this type, and the winners she chased in those last two went with stakes company yesterday.
Race Summary Rocking Redhead has good pace and has answer both big distance questions posed to her so far. The added furlong here should allow her to dictate a methodical set of splits and save something for the end.

Santa Anita - Race #9
Picks Notes
#6 Pistachio Princess Claimed for $50,000 last out, the new connections protect her and stretch her out while moving back to the turf. Lots going on here off the claim, but we may not have seen her best yet.
#2 Ultimate Hy Ran on well behind a logical winner in that debut run in January, and something similar to that would keep her in the mix with these. A bit more tactical today?
#7 Slew South She has had nine chances while landing non-threatening underneath shares, so she looks a bit more interesting for the underneath spots.
Race Summary Pistachio Princess turned in a nice dirt debut last out, but the new connections opt to stretch out on the turf for this one. She still has some upside and intrigues at something like the 4/1 ML price.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:13 PM

Jerry Shottenkirk's Daily Picks

Gulfstream Park - Race #6
Picks Notes
#1 Yafa Was second in a stakes race at Gulfstream West two races back and anything close to that could put her in the winner's circle. Has done well in two-turn races on turf and is the one to beat.
#2 Jade Empress Improved to third last in a similar race on dirt last time and should be able to make the switch to the grass.
#4 Big Band Luzziann Faltered after showing early interest in the G3 Florida Oaks at Tampa last out; was a maiden winner in her only other start, which came over this course.
Race Summary Yafa closed well in a stakes spot for state-breds and has the running style that will come in perfectly for this one. Came be in front if needed or can pass fillies if needed.

Gulfstream Park - Race #7
Picks Notes
#2 Beach Traffic Can finish with late interest and can benefit from a ground-saving trip from midpack; capable of a huge effort at a good price.
#5 Big Man Bob Was third in his latest and takes a class drop for this; can be in front or close to it throughout.
#6 Spinning Kitten Set the pace and just missed last time; will probably be from off the pace this time and can be around for the end of it.
Race Summary Beach Traffic has a good closing move and with a clear trip can pick up a lot, if not all, of these rivals late. Decent longshot play.

Gulfstream Park - Race #10
Picks Notes
#8 Una Luna Has been solid in her last two with a win and a second and usually brings her best over this course; big player at this level.
#1 Katama Moonlight Was an easy maiden winner in rapid time and will be difficult to catch.
#10 Come Storming Ran well and was up in time vs. N2L company last time and was claimed by Klesaris; good closer in her last two.
Race Summary Una Luna has been so steady lately and has a lot of fillies and mares that don't have her quality experience; in a good spot for her seventh win overall (and over this course).

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:41 PM

MIKE LUNDIN

MLB | Apr 04, 2021
Cardinals vs. Reds
Cardinals-107

The St. Louis Cardinals and the Cincinnati Reds have split the first two games of this set.

I like the Cards to clinch the series finale on Sunday with Carlos Martinez on the mound. Martinez had most of last season ruined due to Covid-19 and injury, but now he's back to full fitness and Martinez is 8-5 with a 4.07 ERA in 30 career games (13 starts) against Cincinnati, and the current Reds roster has a combined batting average of .219 through 101 at-bats against him. Joey Votto has a .182 career average against Martinez.

The Reds hand the ball to Jeff Hoffman for his team debut. Hoffman posted a 9.28 ERA in 16 relief appearances with Colorado last season. Hoffman was not expected to be a starter for the Reds, but is stepping in for Sonny Gray who is sidelined due to back spasms.

Cardinals are 11-5 in the last 16 meetings. Cardinals are 21-9 in the last 30 meetings in Cincinnati.

Free pick on St. Louis Cardinals.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:41 PM

SCOTT RICKENBACH

Soccer | Apr 04, 2021
Fulham vs. Aston Villa
Aston Villa+132

EPL Sunday Free Pick Aston Villa Money Line +132 vs Fulham @ 11:30 AM ET - Aston Villa is expected to have Jack Grealish back for this one. This significantly ramps up their attack on their home pitch and I don't see them being denied in this one. Fulham has only 5 victories on the season and Aston Villa has more than double that with a dozen wins thus far on the campaign. The club on their home pitch is a much different force when Grealish is available and they score a lot more goals than does Fulham. Having dominated the first meeting this season 3-0, look for another solid home victory in this one. Free Pick ASTON VILLA

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:42 PM

SEAN MURPHY

NHL | Apr 04, 2021
Stars vs. Hurricanes
Hurricanes-160

Sunday NHL Free play. My selection is on Carolina over Dallas at 7:05 pm et on Sunday.

The Stars staged their second straight upset win, rallying for a 3-2 victory over the Hurricanes last night. There's no reason to fault Carolina's effort in that game as it actually outshot the Stars 43-25 including 16-6 in the third period but simply couldn't solve Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger. Home losses have been few and far between for the Hurricanes this season as they've gone 11-4 in Raleigh, outscoring opponents by 1.4 goals per game in the process. Meanwhile, even after consecutive victories, the Stars still own just five wins in 14 road games this season, averaging just 2.5 goals per game. Look for the Canes to get back in the win column on Sunday. Take Carolina (8*).

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:42 PM

Kevin Dolan

Event: (35) Toronto Maple Leafs at (36) Calgary Flames

Sport/League: NHL

Date/Time: April 4, 2021 9PM EDT

Play: Toronto Maple Leafs -160

Some small value on Toronto tonight as I do give them more of a chance than the 61.5% odds imply.

Jacob Markstrom penciled in as probable for the Flames tonight and the Swede hasn't been in great form this season, registering a -5.84 GSAA average with a 108 GA% percentage also.

Toronto are #1 in the league on expected goals this year (6th on actual goals), and the Maple Leafs rank 3rd on high danger scoring chances created also this season, so we expect them to cause Calgary a ton of problems at the back here tonight.

Take Toronto as you free NHL play for Sunday.

PLAY: TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS ML -160

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:42 PM

CAPPERS ACCESS

Braves
Red Sox
Lakers

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:42 PM

TRACE ADAMS

Going to side with the Under when Charlotte and Boston meet today in Beantown.

The Hornets have played each of their last 4 games Under the posted price and happen to be on an 8-1 Under run for their last 9 games contested.

The Celtics have also landed Under the total in each of their last 4 games played and have seen 6 of their last 9 overall play Under the posted price.

These teams are meeting for the first time since December of 2019 and they have held Under the total in 2 of their last 3 series showdowns.

Stay with the team trends and the series trends that point towards another Under coming down the pike.

Hornets and Celtics land Under.

3* CHARLOTTE-BOSTON UNDER

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:42 PM

BOB VALENTINO

Sunday freebie is for the Orioles to break out the brooms at Fenway Park where Baltimore and Boston conclude their opening weekend series.

Why not?

Baltimore took Friday's game 3-0 and then followed with a Saturday 4-2 win.

Over the course of the year I am sure reality will set in for the O's, as this is still a team very much in the rebuilding process, but there is really nothing like riding the early Spring momentum of a team that is not expected to do much at all and then breaks from the gate with wins in their first pair of contests.

Reality will settle in tomorrow when the Birds travel to New York to face the Yankees, but for right now no reason to buck Baltimore as they sweep a Boston team that is also not very good.

Play Baltimore.

1* BALTIMORE

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:43 PM

501BROOKLYN -502 CHICAGO
CHICAGO is 0-11 ATS (-12.1 Units) in home games vs. winning teams in the current season.

503LA LAKERS -504 LA CLIPPERS
LA LAKERS are 50-69 ATS (-25.9 Units) versus good ball handling teams - committing <=14 turnovers/game in the last 3 seasons.

505CHARLOTTE -506 BOSTON
BOSTON is 35-14 ATS (19.6 Units) after 2 or more consecutive unders in the last 3 seasons.

507MEMPHIS -508 PHILADELPHIA
PHILADELPHIA is 13-2 ATS (10.8 Units) in home games versus explosive offensive teams - scoring 110+ points/game in the current season.

511NEW ORLEANS -512 HOUSTON
HOUSTON is 0-11 ATS (-12.1 Units) in home games versus poor pressure defensive teams - forcing <=14 turnovers/game in the current season.

513ORLANDO -514 DENVER
ORLANDO is 11-3 ATS (7.7 Units) revenging a same season loss vs opponent in the current season.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 04-04-2021, 12:43 PM

NBA

Sunday, April 4

Brooklyn @ Chicago
Nets (34-15)
— Brooklyn won 18 of their last 21 games
— Nets are 3-5 ATS in last eight games overall.
— Under is 6-1 in last seven Brooklyn games.

Bulls (19-28)
— Chicago lost seven of its last eight games SU.
— Bulls are 2-7 ATS in their last nine home games.
— Under is 5-2 in their last seven games.

— Brooklyn won nine of last ten series games.
— Nets covered their last four visits to Chicago.
— Five of last six series games went over.

LA Lakers vs LA Clippers
Lakers (31-18)
— Lakers won three of their last four games (2-6 ATS in last eight).
— Lakers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games at Staples.
— Under is 6-0 in their six games at Staples.

Clippers (32-17)
— Clippers lost last two games, after a 6-0 run.
— Clippers are 9-4 ATS in last 13 games at Staples.
— Over is 6-4 in their last ten games at Staples.

— Teams local rivals split last ten series games SU.
— Clippers covered four of last five series games.
— Four of last five series games stayed under.

Charlotte @ Boston
Hornets (25-23)
— Charlotte won five of its last seven games SU.
— Hornets covered six of their last seven games.
— Under is 11-2 in Charlotte’s last 13 games.

Celtics (24-25)
— Boston is 5-8 SU since the All-Star break.
— Celtics are 3-6 ATS in their last nine home games.
— Under is 6-0 in their last six home games.

— Celtics won eight of last ten series games.
— Hornets are 0-4-1 ATS in last five visits to Boston.
— Over is 6-2 in last eight series games.

Memphis @ Philadelphia
Grizzlies (23-23)
— Memphis won five of its last eight games.
— Grizzlies are 7-1 ATS in last eight games overall.
— Over is 5-2 in their last seven games.

76ers (34-15)
— 76ers won six of their last eight games.
— Sixers are 5-2 ATS in their last seven home games.
— Under is 7-3 in Philly’s last ten games.

— Home side won last seven series games.
— Grizzlies are 1-4 ATS in last five visits to Philly.
— Over is 6-3 in last nine series games.

Golden State @ Atlanta
Warriors (23-26)
— Check status on Steph Curry’s availability.
— Golden State lost six of its last seven games SU.
— Warriors are 2-8 ATS in last ten road games.
— Over is 3-2 in their last five games overall.

Hawks (25-24)
— Hawks is 11-4 SU since they changed coaches.
— Hawks are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games.
— Over is 6-1 in their last seven games.

— Hawks won last two series games, after losing the previous eight.
— Golden State is 3-2 ATS in last five visits to Atlanta.
— Four of last six series games stayed under.

New Orleans @ Houston
Pelicans (21-27)
— New Orleans is 6-6 SU since All-Star break.
— Pelicans are 5-2 ATS in their last seven road games.
— Under is 4-1 in their last five games.

Rockets (13-35)
— Houston lost 25 of its last 27 games (5-22 ATS).
— Rockets are 2-17 ATS in last 19 home games.
— Under is 7-3 in their last ten road games.

— Rockets won five of last seven series games.
— Pelicans covered three of last four visits to Houston.
— Three of last four series games went over the total.

Orlando @ Denver
Magic (17-32)
— Orlando lost 14 of its last 18 games.
— Magic is 8-4 ATS in last 12 games overall.
— Under is 9-3 in their last 12 road games.

Nuggets (30-18)
— Denver is 18-7 SU in its last 25 games overall.
— Nuggets are 4-2 ATS in last six home games.
— Under is 6-2 in Denver’s last eight games.

— Denver won last nine series games (7-0-2 ATS)
— Magic is 0-3-1 ATS in last four visits to Denver.
— Four of last six series games stayed under.