This is an 8* play on the Nashville Predators.

The San Jose Sharks are coming off four straight losses, and they allowed 5+ goals in three of those four games. The Predators have a history of dominating the Sharks in Nashville, and Pekka Rinne is 7-0 with a 1.42 GAA in his last seven home starts versus San Jose. Goaltending has been a big problem for the Sharks. Martin Jones has allowed 13 goals on 76 shots in three straight losses, while backup netminder Aaron Dell has lost three straight starts, allowing nine goals in those games.

Take NAS.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is an 8* play on the Philadelphia 76ers.

The Sixers and the Nuggets have a lot of similarities. Both these teams play strong defensively, ranking 1st and 3rd respectively in opponent's scoring average. Both teams are also far better at home than they are on the road. The Nuggets had the best home record in the league last year, and the Sixers are 12-0 at home so far this year. Denver has struggled to score lately, losing four of their last five and failing to score 100 points in three of those four losses. The Nuggets are 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight road games, and they are 1-5 ATS in their last six versus the Sixers.

Take PHI.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is a 7* play on the Phoenix Suns.

The Suns return home after earning a 2-2 split during a four game road trip, and they will be just a small favorite tonight versus Minnesota. The T-Wolves have lost four straight, and they were hammered by a score of 142-125 at LA last night. This is a tough spot for the visitors, playing on back to back nights in a third game in four nights. They have not fared well in recent meetings versus Phoenix. The Timberwolves are 2-6-1 ATS in the last nine meetings. The Suns are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games versus a team with a losing straight up record.

Take PHX.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is an 8* play on NYG@PHI to go Under the total.

The Eagles secondary has been a glaring weakness this season, and they were exposed in a 37-31 loss to the Dolphins last week. Prior to that game though, they had held four straight opponents to fewer than 20 points. Eli Manning has been riding the pine for the majority of the season, and it's asking a lot of him to come in and compete on the road in Philly in bad weather in the middle of December. The Eagles are 5-0 straight up in the last five meetings versus New York, and the under is 7-2 in the Giants last nine visits to Philly. Another low score should be expected in the City of Brotherly Love tonight.

Take Under.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is an 8* play on the Sacramento Kings.

The Kings have lost six of their last 10 games overall, but only one of those six losses came by more than 11 points. The Rockets have won just four of their last eight overall, and only one of those four wins came by more than 11 points. The Kings appear to be a strong play getting a 12 point cushion here in Houston coming off an upset win over the Mavericks in Dallas. The Kings are 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games overall, and they are 5-1 ATS in their last six road games.

Take SAC.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is an 8* play on the Portland Blazers.

The Blazers had won four of five prior to a loss to the Lakers on Friday. They look good to get back on track at home versus Oklahoma City tonight. The Thunder are coming off an overtime win over Minnesota. The Thunder appeared to be down and out with just seconds to go in that game, but a technical foul for an untucked jersey allowed them to come back and tie the game forcing the extra period. A let down can be expected after winning a game in such a way. The Thunder are 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Portland.

Take POR.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is a 5* play on the LA Rams.

The Seahawks come into LA with a better record, and they will be the favorite. Keep in mind that when the Rams played in Seattle earlier this season, the difference was a missed field goal by Greg Zuerlein. The Rams have since quietly turned their season around, winning four of their last six overall. They have allowed 20+ points just once in those six games. The Seahawks are 2-5 ATS in their last seven meetings in Los Angeles. This looks like a potential let down spot for Seattle, a team that I think comes in slightly overrated. My money is on the home dog.

Take LAR.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is an 8* play on KC@NE to go Under the total.

Last year we saw these teams play twice, and both games were high scoring. Things might be different here in December in Foxboro, as both teams have struggled on offense of late. The Patriots though are getting it done with their defense, leading the NFL in points allowed (12.1 per game). The Chiefs have showed some improvements with their defense, holding their last two opponents to a combined 26 points. The Chiefs are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 road games, and the under is 7-3 in Patriots last 10 home games. Last year the Chiefs lost by three points at New England during the regular season, and they lost in overtime to the Patriots in the playoffs. I wouldn't be surprised if this game was decided by a kicker.

Take Under.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is an 8* play on KC@NE to go Under the total.

Last year we saw these teams play twice, and both games were high scoring. Things might be different here in December in Foxboro, as both teams have struggled on offense of late. The Patriots though are getting it done with their defense, leading the NFL in points allowed (12.1 per game). The Chiefs have showed some improvements with their defense, holding their last two opponents to a combined 26 points. The Chiefs are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 road games, and the under is 7-3 in Patriots last 10 home games. Last year the Chiefs lost by three points at New England during the regular season, and they lost in overtime to the Patriots in the playoffs. I wouldn't be surprised if this game was decided by a kicker.

Take Under.

GL,

Jesse Schule

This is a Free play on the Buffalo Bills.

The Bills came into Dallas on Thanksgiving day with an 8-3 record, but critics (including myself) said they had a soft schedule. After they completely dismantled the Cowboys, that's no longer a valid argument. They have the 3rd best defense in the NFL, and they should have a puncher's chance at home versus the Ravens today. Baltimore has been piling up the wins, but they aren't always covering the spread. The Ravens are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games as a favorite. The Bills are 5-0-1 ATS in their last six games as an underdog. The home team has won all six meetings between these teams dating back to 2006.

Take BUF.

GL,

Jesse Schule