Inside the Numbers: NBA Edition for Sunday, December 17, 2023
Welcome to this Sunday's edition of βInside the Numbers,β where we break down the key NBA betting trends that are shaping up for today's games. Let's jump into the stats and see where the smart money might be!
Head to Head Trends
π Orlando's Road Resilience
With a Spread of 8 to 10.5: They stand at 8-2 ATS, though only 4-6 SU, indicating a knack for covering the spread even in losses.
π Milwaukee's Dominance as Favorite
Spread Between 4 and 7.5: A robust 23-9-3 ATS and an impressive 30-5 SU record, suggesting a strong ability to outperform expectations.
ποΈ Washington's Road Challenges
With a Spread Between 11 and 13.5: They struggle with a 3-7 ATS record and a 2-8 SU record, indicating difficulties in covering large spreads on the road.
π Golden State's December Dilemma
Playing as Road Team in December: A concerning 3-7 ATS and 1-9 SU record, hinting at potential struggles during this month.
Team Trends
π₯ Phoenix's Home Court Advantage
Vs Southeast Opponent, After a Non-Conference Game: They have a solid 22-12-2 ATS record and an impressive 31-5 SU record, showcasing strength in specific matchups.
π San Antonio's Divisional Dominance
At Home vs Division Opponent, Coming off a 12-15 Point Win: An 18-3 SU record is a strong indicator of their ability to maintain momentum.
π Boston's High Scoring Home Games
Playing as Home Favorite on Sunday, Scored 121+ Points Last Game: An even 5-5 ATS, but a dominant 9-1 SU record, indicating a tendency to win high-scoring affairs.
Random System Trends
π΅ Phoenix's Favorite Stance
As a -12.5 to -15.0 Home Favorite: A mixed 13-13-3 ATS but a nearly unbeatable 28-1 SU record, showing they often win but don't always cover big spreads.
π· New Orleans' Road Favoritism
As a 6.5 to 9 Road Favorite, With 1 Day Off: An impressive 8-3 ATS and 9-2 SU record, indicating effectiveness in this specific scenario.
Smart Stats System Trends
βοΈ Phoenix's Bounce-Back Ability
As Home Favorite, Lost Last Game by 17 Points or Less: They have a resilient 17-8-1 ATS and a strong 21-5 SU record, suggesting good recovery after close losses.
π¦ Milwaukee's Winning Streak
As Home Favorite, With 3 Wins in Last 3 Games: A balanced 16-16-1 ATS but a dominant 28-5 SU record, showing their capability to maintain winning streaks.
As we gear up for today's NBA matchups, these stats and trends provide a fascinating glimpse into the dynamics at play. Whether you're placing bets or just enjoying the game, these insights add an extra layer of excitement to the basketball action. Enjoy the games, and may the odds be ever in your favor! ππ²π₯
Ron Raymond
Ron Raymond is a well-known sports handicapper who runs ATS Stats and the Raymond REPORT. He has over 21 years of experience in the industry and provides expert analysis and predictions for various sports, including football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.