NBA Betting: Title Favorite Heat, One Step Closer to Threepeat

The Miami Heat can close the books on the Indiana Pacers for a third
consecutive season this Wednesday. The victory would serve as a Game 5
clincher in the Eastern Conference Finals. Considering that the Heat
have every source of momentum in their favor, they’re a 10/11 favorite
on the NBA futures.


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Still, while the Pacers have struggled over the course of the past
few months, there’s a reason they were one of the only teams considered
to even stand a chance against the back-to-back champions. For much of
the 2013-14 campaign the Pacers were an intriguing NBA betting option
considering their formidable depth and burgeoning superstar talent.


Unfortunately for those that so desperate desire a change to the
league’s status quo, it doesn’t appear as though Paul George, Roy
Hibbert and company are coordinated enough to unseat LeBron James and
the Heat – not this year at least.


The dejected Pacers, with their backs against the wall, have 50/1
odds on the NBA Futures, but after just narrowly defeating both of their
first and second-round opponents, the intriguing payout borders on
moot. It will take more than a miracle for Indy to survive.


Heading forward, the Heat are eying a three-peat and awaits the
winner of the Western Conference Finals. It’s time to start thinking
about the big picture again.


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NBA Betting: Title Favorite Heat, One Step Closer to Threepeat

The Heat (2-1) and the Pacers Square off in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals

The Indiana Pacers and the Miami Heat will both be gunning for a victory on Monday when they meet at AmericanAirlines Arena.


Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 6-point favorites versus the Pacers, while the game’s total is sitting at 183.








Indiana lost its last outing, a 99-87 result against the Heat on May
24. The Pacers failed to cover in that game as a +6-point underdog,
while the 186 combined points took the game OVER the total.


Indiana:

Team record: 65-33 SU,46-51-1 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Indiana’s last 15 games

Indiana is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road

Indiana is 8-17 ATS in its last 25 games on the road

Indiana is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road


Miami:

Team record: 65-33 SU,47-46-1 ATS

Miami is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games

Miami is 10-2 SU in its last 12 games

The total has gone OVER in 5 of Miami’s last 6 games

Miami is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games at home





Next up:

Indiana home to Miami Wednesday, May 28


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The Heat (2-1) and the Pacers Square off in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals

Indiana and Miami Face off in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals With the Series Tied 1-1

The Indiana Pacers and the Miami Heat will both be trying to pick up a
win on Saturday when they battle at AmericanAirlines Arena.


Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 7-point favorites versus the Pacers, while the game’s total is sitting at 184.


Miami was a 87-83 winner in its last match on the road against the
Pacers. They covered the -2.5-point spread as favorites, while the total
score of 170 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.


Indiana:

Team record: 65-32 SU,46-50-1 ATS

Indiana is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games

Indiana is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Indiana’s last 7 games

Indiana is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games on the road


Miami:

Team record: 65-32 SU,46-46-1 ATS

Miami is 6-3 ATS in its last 9 games

Miami is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games

The total has gone OVER in 4 of Miami’s last 5 games

Miami is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home


Next up:

Indiana at Miami Monday, May 26


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Indiana and Miami Face off in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals With the Series Tied 1-1

BetAnySports’ NBA Playoffs Pick of the Week — Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers

Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers Game 2- Tuesday, May 20


BetAnySports’ Line: Heat -2 1/2 and the Total is 184 1/2


The NBA’s Eastern Conference Playoffs have gone chalk so far with No.
2 Miami squaring off against No. 1 Indiana in the Conference Finals.
The Pacers opened the series with an impressive 107-96 victory this past
Sunday as two-point home underdogs. The total went OVER the 182-point
closing line. BetAnySports has opened the Heat as 2.5-point road favorites for Tuesday night with the total set at 184.


Miami’s slow start out of the gate in Game 1 of this series led to a
10-point deficit at the half that it was never able to close. Dwyane
Wade led all scorers with 27 points and LeBron James added another 25
points to go along with 10 rebounds, but it was not enough. The Heat
looked sharp shooting the ball from the field with a field goal
percentage of 51.3, but when it came to hitting their shots from 3-point
range it was a whole other story by going just 6-for-23. They also lost
the battle under the boards by getting outrebounded 38 to 29.


The Heat cruised through their first two playoff series in nine
games. They eliminated Charlotte with four-straight wins and they sent
Brooklyn packing in five. However, they have now failed to cover against
the spread in three of their last four postseason games. The total has
gone OVER in five of their last six playoff games on the road.


Indiana has looked like a whole different ball club its past few
games then the one that needed back-to-back victories over Atlanta in
the opening round to win that series in seven games. It started off the
Conference Semifinals against Washington with a 102-96 loss as a
four-point home favorite, but got things in gear with a 4-1 SU run to
win that series in six games. The Pacers are now 7-2 SU in their last
nine games with a 6-3 record ATS. The total has stayed UNDER in nine of
their last 13 games.


All five Indiana starters scored in double figures in Game 1 with
Paul George leading the way with 24 points. The team shot an impressive
51.5 percent from the field and 42.1 percent from 3-point range as
opposed to a postseason average of 44.8 percent from the field and 38.2
percent from beyond the arc. It was just the second time in 14 playoff
games that the Pacers scored more than 100 points.


The home team in this showdown is a perfect 9-0 SU in the last nine
meetings, but I am bucking that trend for Tuesday night by taking Miami
minus the 2.5 points on BetAnySports’ current NBA betting line for this game.

BetAnySports’ NBA Playoffs Pick of the Week — Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers

NBA Lines Odds — Miami Heat Have a Serious Shot at Three-peat!

Miami Heat Have a Serious Shot at Three-peat!

The Miami Heat are coming off back to back NBA world
championships and are showing little evidence that they are going to go
away any time soon. While they are getting a run for their money by the
Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference race for the top seed in the
playoffs there is little doubt that they will be the favorites on the
NBA betting board to win it all again come the month of June.

Coming Up

The Miami Heat are at the Detroit Pistons On Friday, March 28th with a
game at the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday, March 29th. They then open a 5
game home stand with a matchup against the Toronto Raptors on Monday,
March 31st.

Handicapper’s Notebook

The Miami Heat are always a potential overlay on the NBA betting
board, especially at home, as the 2 time defending world champions and
with the most recognizable player in the game with LeBron James. When
you couple that with the general public always preferring the power home
team and you have the recipe for costly overlays on the board and
handicappers must be vigilant about value assessments with teams such as
Miami. The Heat have paid out in just 7 out of their last 19 home games
with 5 out of their last 8 home games going over the total. Miami has
been a better success on the road as the general betting public is less
enamored with taking away teams, regardless of how good that they are,
and have paid out in 8 out of their last 12 away games as 5 out of their
last 9 away games have gone under the total. The Miami Heat have seen
improved board value as a favorite recently with just 3 losses against
the spread in their last 11 games as a chalk. One of the best plays in
sports on any betting board is a power dog and Miami has certainly
excelled in that role with 11 payouts in their last 16 games as a dog
with 7 out of their last 11 games as a dog going over the total.

NBA Lines Odds — Miami Heat Have a Serious Shot at Three-peat!

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Lakers

The Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at STAPLES Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 3½-point favorites versus the Lakers, while the game's total is sitting at 192½.

Miami was a 99-98 loser in its last match on the road against the Jazz. They failed to cover the 5-point spread as favorites, while the total score of 197 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

In their last action, Los Angeles was a 115-107 winner at home against the Kings. They failed to cover the 10-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (222) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

Miami: Team record: 28-8 SU, 19-17 ATS

is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games on the road is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing LA Lakers The total has gone UNDER in 10 of last 14 games when playing LA Lakers

When playing on Sunday are 7-3 Before playing New Jersey are 6-4 After playing Utah are 5-5 After a loss are 6-4

Los Angeles: Team record: 22-14 SU, 17-19 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

LA Lakers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home The total has gone OVER in 6 of the LA Lakers last 7 games LA Lakers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Miami LA Lakers are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games

When playing on Sunday are 6-4 Before playing Detroit are 7-3 After playing Sacramento are 6-4 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Miami home to New Jersey, Tuesday, March 6 LA Lakers at Detroit, Tuesday, March 6

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Lakers

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Portland Trail Blazers

The fans at Rose Garden will be treated to a game between the Miami Heat and the Portland Trail Blazers when they take their seats on Thursday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 4½-point favorites versus the Trail Blazers, while the game's total is sitting at 197½.

The Heat were a 102-88 winner in their most recent outing at home against the Knicks. They covered the 10-point spread as favorites, while the total score (190) made winners of UNDER bettors.

In their last action, Portland was a 104-95 loser on the road against the Nuggets. They failed to cover the 3-point spread as underdogs, while the combined score (199) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

Miami: Team record: 27-7 SU, 18-16 ATS Current streak: won 8 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games when playing Portland The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games

When playing on Thursday are 8-2 Before playing Utah are 6-4 After playing New York are 7-3 After a win are 9-1

Portland: Team record: 18-17 SU, 18-17 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games when playing Miami The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 8 games when playing at home against Miami is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing Miami is 17-6 SU in its last 23 games at home

When playing on Thursday are 5-5 Before playing Minnesota are 5-5 After playing Denver are 3-7 After a loss are 8-2

Next up: Miami at Utah, Friday, March 2 Portland home to Minnesota, Saturday, March 3

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Portland Trail Blazers

Jeremy Lin Collides With LeBron James on NBA Betting Line

The NBA Hype Machine is bound to explode this Thursday as the Miami Heat look to play host to the red-hot and wildly impressive New York Knicks. Can LeBron James and company make short work of Jeremy Lin on the NBA betting line? That's where you come in.

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Although the Knicks have risen rapidly up the standings and Bovada's list of NBA futures, the Heat remain the team to beat and for good reason. Not only does Miami have the top record in the Eastern Conference heading into the clash, they sit first in the league with 3/2 odds of winning the championship.

The Knicks, though markedly improved from what they once were, are just 18/1.

Can the Linsanity continue in Miami? Not only do the Heat present more than intimidating competition, Carmelo Anthony is also back on board, healthy and ready to reclaim top dog status. Will Anthony look to steal the show to impress his pals from the 2003 NBA Draft class?

Over the course of the past few weeks we've seen Lin establish himself as an overnight sensation, knocking down game-winning jumpers and taking over games despite increased coverage. He's already beaten Kobe Bryant for gawdsakes. Is a victory over Miami the natural progression? If so, what happens to the NBA odds?

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Jeremy Lin Collides With LeBron James on NBA Betting Line

NBA Southeast Division Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat

The Orlando Magic and the Miami Heat will meet on the court at AmericanAirlines Arena on Sunday in a battle of division rivals.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 9-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

Last time out for Orlando, they were a 94-85 winner as they battled the Bucks at home. The Magic covered in the match as a 7.5-point favorite, while 179 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 111-87 winner as they battled the Cavaliers on the road. The Heat covered in the match as a 9.5-point favorite, while 198 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Orlando: Team record: 20-11 SU, 18-13 ATS Current streak: won 4 straight games.

is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games is 17-5 SU in its last 22 games when playing Miami is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games when playing on the road against Miami is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games on the road

When playing on Sunday are 7-3 Before playing Milwaukee are 5-5 After playing Milwaukee are 8-2 After a win are 5-5

Miami: Team record: 24-7 SU, 16-15 ATS Current streak: won 5 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 9 games

When playing on Sunday are 6-4 Before playing Sacramento are 5-5 After playing Cleveland are 7-3 After a win are 8-2

Next up: Orlando at Milwaukee, Monday, February 20 Miami home to Sacramento, Tuesday, February 21

NBA Southeast Division Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat

NBA Odds: Return of LeBron Puts Cleveland in Frenzy

After splitting a pair of games last year, the Cleveland Cavaliers will welcome LeBron James back to the Quicken Loans Arena just once this season. Brace yourself as the NBA betting line favorite Miami Heat stop by for a run-in on Friday night.

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Although the Heat have won both of the head-to-head matchups between the two clubs this season, they haven't yet had to face the irate citizens of Cleveland this year. After the debacle that was the summer of 2010's "Decision", fans have had a hard time letting go.

The animosity has had little effect on the NBA odds though, as the Heat top Bovada's NBA futures list with 17/10 odds of winning the championship. The Cavaliers come in desperately less at 250/1, setting the table for what could be a classic upset if they can manage to pull it off.

Will a little fan support be enough to propel the ragtag Cavs past the Southeast Division-leading Heat? While Miami contends for Eastern Conference supremacy the Cavs are having a hard time staying relevant in the Central.

Nobody is saying it will be easy for the Cavs as they look to come up big against their former star, but stranger things have happened in Cleveland. Bet on the NBA today.

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NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers

The fans at Conseco Fieldhouse will be treated to a game between the Miami Heat and the Indiana Pacers when they take their seats on Tuesday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 3-point favorites versus the Pacers, while the game's total is sitting at 197.

The Heat were a 114-96 winner in their most recent outing on the road against the Bucks. They covered the 6-point spread as favorites, while the total score (210) made winners of OVER bettors.

The Pacers were a 113-109 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Nuggets. They failed to cover the 3-point spread as favorites, while the total score (222) made winners of OVER bettors.

Miami: Team record: 22-7 SU, 14-15 ATS Current streak: won 3 straight games.

is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing Indiana is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing Indiana

When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing Cleveland are 8-2 After playing Milwaukee are 7-3 After a win are 8-2

Indiana: Team record: 17-10 SU, 13-14 ATS Current streak: lost 3 straight games.

is 17-3 SU in its last 20 games when playing at home against Miami The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing Miami The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games at home is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games at home

When playing on Tuesday are 3-7 Before playing Cleveland are 6-4 After playing Denver are 5-5 After a loss are 8-2

Next up: Miami at Cleveland, Friday, February 17 Indiana at Cleveland, Wednesday, February 15

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers

NBA Southern Division Preview: Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks

The Miami Heat and the Atlanta Hawks will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Philips Arena.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 4-point favorites versus the Hawks, while the game's total is sitting at 190.

In their last action, Miami was a 106-89 winner on the road against the Wizards. They covered the 12-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (195) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

The Hawks were an 89-87 winner in their most recent outing on the road against the Magic. They covered the 5-point spread as underdogs, while the total score (176) made winners of UNDER bettors.

Miami: Team record: 20-7 SU, 12-15 ATS

is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Atlanta is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing Atlanta

When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing Milwaukee are 8-2 After playing Washington are 4-6 After a win are 7-3

Atlanta: Team record: 18-9 SU, 14-12-1 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 7 games The total has gone UNDER in 15 of last 21 games when playing Miami is 14-6 SU in its last 20 games is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games at home

When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing LA Lakers are 6-4 After playing Orlando are 7-3 After a win are 7-3

Next up: Miami at Milwaukee, Monday, February 13 Atlanta at LA Lakers, Tuesday, February 14

NBA Southern Division Preview: Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic

The division rival Miami Heat and Orlando Magic are set to renew hostilities on Wednesday when they meet at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 4½-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 107-91 winner as they battled the Cavaliers at home. The Heat covered in the match as a 13.5-point favorite, while 198 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Orlando lost its last outing, a 107-102 result against the Clippers on February 6. The Magic failed to cover in that game as a 1.5-point underdog, while the 209 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Miami: Team record: 19-6 SU, 11-14 ATS Current streak: won 3 straight games.

is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing on the road against Orlando The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 8 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 7 games

When playing on Wednesday are 7-3 Before playing Washington are 5-5 After playing Cleveland are 8-2 After a win are 8-2

Orlando: Team record: 15-10 SU, 13-12 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 5 games at home is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Miami The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing at home against Miami is 16-5 SU in its last 21 games when playing Miami

When playing on Wednesday are 8-2 Before playing Atlanta are 4-6 After playing LA Clippers are 6-4 After a loss are 7-3

Next up: Miami at Washington, Friday, February 10 Orlando home to Atlanta, Friday, February 10

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Toronto Raptors vs. Miami Heat

The Toronto Raptors and the Miami Heat will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at AmericanAirlines Arena.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 17-point favorites versus the Raptors, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

In their last action, Toronto was a 106-89 winner at home against the Wizards. They covered the 4.5-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (195) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

Miami was a 99-79 winner in its last match on the road against the 76ers. They covered the 2-point spread as favorites, while the total score of 178 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

Toronto: Team record: 8-16 SU, 12-12 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing on the road against Miami The total has gone OVER in 8 of last 11 games when playing Miami The total has gone UNDER in 8 of last 12 games on the road

When playing on Sunday are 3-7 Before playing Washington are 3-7 After playing Washington are 6-4 After a win are 2-8

Miami: Team record: 17-6 SU, 10-13 ATS

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Toronto is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games at home is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing at home against Toronto

When playing on Sunday are 6-4 Before playing Cleveland are 8-2 After playing Philadelphia are 7-3 After a win are 7-3

Next up: Toronto at Washington, Monday, February 6 Miami home to Cleveland, Tuesday, February 7

NBA Preview: Toronto Raptors vs. Miami Heat

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers

The fans at Wells Fargo Center will be treated to a game between the Miami Heat and the Philadelphia 76ers when they take their seats on Friday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 2½-point favorites versus the 76ers, while the game's total is sitting at 192.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 105-97 loser as they battled the Bucks on the road. The Heat failed to cover in the match as a 7-point favorite, while 202 combined points moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

Last time out for Philadelphia, they were a 98-82 winner as they battled the Bulls at home. The 76ers covered in the match as a 2-point underdog, while 180 combined points moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

Miami: Team record: 16-6 SU, 9-13 ATS

is 12-1 SU in its last 13 games when playing Philadelphia The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 7 games on the road is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia

When playing on Friday are 5-5 Before playing Toronto are 5-5 After playing Milwaukee are 6-4 After a loss are 6-4

Philadelphia: Team record: 16-6 SU, 16-6 ATS Current streak: won 4 straight games.

is 13-2 SU in its last 15 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games at home is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games

When playing on Friday are 3-7 Before playing Atlanta are 3-7 After playing Chicago are 5-5 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Miami home to Toronto, Sunday, February 5 Philadelphia at Atlanta, Saturday, February 4

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers

NBA Preview: Chicago Bulls vs. Miami Heat

The Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at AmericanAirlines Arena.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 4½-point favorites versus the Bulls, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

In their last action, Chicago was a 107-100 winner at home against the Bucks. They failed to cover the 11-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (207) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

In their last action, Miami was a 99-89 winner at home against the Knicks. They failed to cover the 12-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (188) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

Chicago: Team record: 17-4 SU, 12-9 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 7 games is 16-3 SU in its last 19 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games on the road is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games on the road

When playing on Sunday are 8-2 Before playing Washington are 7-3 After playing Milwaukee are 8-2 After a win are 7-3

Miami: Team record: 14-5 SU, 8-11 ATS Current streak: won 3 straight games.

is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Chicago is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games at home

When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing New Orleans are 7-3 After playing New York are 7-3 After a win are 7-3

Next up: Chicago at Washington, Monday, January 30 Miami home to New Orleans, Monday, January 30

NBA Preview: Chicago Bulls vs. Miami Heat

NBA Betting Line Pits Hated LeBron Against Rookie Cav Kyrie Irving

Regardless of where they sit in the standings, any game between the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers will have extra excitement - if not animosity - attached to both it and the NBA betting lines. The fact that these two are both battling for playoff positions makes it that much more important, especially in a shortened season.

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LeBron James and the Heat have been the league's villains ever since "The Decision" and they renew their rivalry this Tuesday as they host the Cavs. Miami took three of four meetings last season, in which James averaged 27.5 points, 8.3 assists and eight boards.

Meanwhile, Cavs first-overall draft pick in 2011, Kyrie Irving, looks like the real deal so far, averaging close to 20 points per game in his rookie season.

The Heat may have the better team, but they're going into the game with only one day's rest after a pair of weekend games, while the Cavaliers will have enjoyed a rare two-day break in the schedule.

This game will be a true test for Cleveland as well, to see if they really do have what it takes to compete in the east with the big boys, or whether their early season efforts are just a flash in the pan.

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NBA Preview: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Miami Heat will both be trying to pick up a win on Thursday when they battle at AmericanAirlines Arena.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

In their last action, Los Angeles was a 73-70 winner at home against the Mavericks. They failed to cover the 4-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (143) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 120-98 winner as they battled the Spurs at home. The Heat covered in the match as a 7-point favorite, while 218 combined points moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

Los Angeles: Team record: 10-5 SU, 7-8 ATS

LA Lakers are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games The total has gone UNDER in 6 of the LA Lakers last 7 games when playing on the road against Miami The total has gone UNDER in 9 of the LA Lakers last 13 games when playing Miami The total has gone UNDER in 4 of the LA Lakers last 6 games

When playing on Thursday are 9-1 Before playing Orlando are 7-3 After playing Dallas are 7-3 After a win are 6-4

Miami: Team record: 9-4 SU, 6-7 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 7 games is 6-1 SU in their last 7 games when playing at home against LA Lakers The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games when playing at home against LA Lakers is 15-3 SU in its last 18 games at home

When playing on Thursday are 5-5 Before playing Philadelphia are 7-3 After playing San Antonio are 2-8 After a win are 6-4

Next up: LA Lakers at Orlando, Friday, January 20 Miami home to Philadelphia, Saturday, January 21

NBA Preview: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat

NBA Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Miami Heat

The fans at AmericanAirlines Arena will be treated to a game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Miami Heat when they take their seats on Tuesday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 6½-point favorites versus the Spurs, while the game's total is sitting at 197.

The Spurs were a 102-91 winner in their most recent outing at home against the Suns. They covered the 8.5-point spread as favorites, while the total score (193) made winners of UNDER bettors.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 117-104 loser as they battled the Nuggets on the road. The Heat failed to cover in the match as a 3.5-point favorite, while 221 combined points moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

San Antonio: Team record: 9-4 SU, 6-7 ATS Current streak: won 3 straight games.

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing on the road against Miami The total has gone UNDER in 8 of last 9 games when playing Miami The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games on the road is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Miami

When playing on Tuesday are 5-5 Before playing Orlando are 9-1 After playing Phoenix are 5-5 After a win are 5-5

Miami: Team record: 8-4 SU, 5-7 ATS Current streak: lost 3 straight games.

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing at home against San Antonio The total has gone UNDER in 8 of last 9 games when playing San Antonio The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games is 14-3 SU in its last 17 games at home

When playing on Tuesday are 6-4 Before playing LA Lakers are 6-4 After playing Denver are 5-5 After a loss are 6-4

Next up: San Antonio at Orlando, Wednesday, January 18 Miami home to LA Lakers, Thursday, January 19

NBA Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Miami Heat

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Clippers

The Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Clippers will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at STAPLES Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 4-point favorites versus the Clippers, while the game's total is sitting at 203.

Miami lost its last outing, a 111-106 result against the Warriors on January 10. The Heat failed to cover in that game as a 9.5-point favorite, while the 217 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Los Angeles lost its last outing, a 105-97 result against the Trail Blazers on January 10. The Clippers failed to cover in that game as a 5.5-point underdog, while the 202 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Miami: Team record: 8-2 SU, 5-5 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 9 of last 11 games when playing LA Clippers is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games

When playing on Wednesday are 6-4 Before playing Denver are 5-5 After playing Golden State are 9-1 After a loss are 8-2

Los Angeles: Team record: 4-3 SU, 3-4 ATS

LA Clippers are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games when playing at home against Miami LA Clippers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games at home The total has gone OVER in 9 of the LA Clippers last 11 games when playing Miami The total has gone OVER in 4 of the LA Clippers last 5 games when playing at home against Miami

When playing on Wednesday are 3-7 Before playing LA Lakers are 3-7 After playing Portland are 6-4 After a loss are 6-4

Next up: Miami at Denver, Friday, January 13 LA Clippers home to LA Lakers, Saturday, January 14

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Clippers