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Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks Dec. 30: Bet on Meier and Hamilton to shine

The Toronto Maple Leafs host the New Jersey Devils in a matchup of underachieving Eastern Conference teams.

The pregame narrative: Hockey fans and bettors expected Toronto and New Jersey to be in playoff spots by this point in the season. Neither is, making tonight a crucial opportunity for either side to pick up two points. There are plenty of offensive stars in this contest, but I have my eye on a trio from the visiting side.

Check out my Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks for Dec. 30, featuring Timo Meier, Luke Hughes and Dougie Hamilton.

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Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks

Best Bet: Hamilton over 2.5 shots (+100)

This is a great value.

Hamilton is pointless in his last 15 games and 22 of his last 23 contests, but it isn’t for a lack of trying. The blueliner is still putting plenty of rubber on goal.

Hamilton has topped this total in two of his last four games, and his shot attempts remain at a very high level.

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He has 75 shot attempts in his last 11 games, an average of 6.8 per contest.

Naturally, as a defenceman, a high percentage of Hamilton’s shots don’t make it through.

But Hamilton should be able to get some pucks through against the Maple Leafs.

Toronto is allowing the second-most goals per game this season (31.2).

Expect Hamilton to clear through this total on Tuesday.

Key stat: Hamilton is averaging 2.5 shots on goal per game and should exceed this mark in a plus matchup.

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Meier to score 1+ points (-125): Meier is pointless in his last four games, but like Hamilton, he’s due for some better puck luck.

Meier is still heavily involved offensively. He has 20 shots during this stretch with 38 total shot attempts.

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His chances of notching a point on Tuesday are bolstered by Toronto’s porous defence and goaltending. The Maple Leafs are surrendering the fifth-most goals per game and the fourth-most scoring chances per 60 (30.3).

Meier’s spot in the lineup keeps him involved on a nightly basis. The winger skates on the team’s first line alongside Nico Hischier and Dawson Mercer.

Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks made at 12:32 p.m. ET Dec. 30, 2025.

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Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks Dec. 30: Bet on Meier, Hughes and Hamilton to shine

The Toronto Maple Leafs host the New Jersey Devils in a matchup of underachieving Eastern Conference teams.

The pregame narrative: Hockey fans and bettors expected Toronto and New Jersey to be in playoff spots by this point in the season. Neither is, making tonight a crucial opportunity for either side to pick up two points. There are plenty of offensive stars in this contest, but I have my eye on a trio from the visiting side.

Check out my Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks for Dec. 30, featuring Timo Meier, Luke Hughes and Dougie Hamilton.

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Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks

Best Bet: Hamilton over 2.5 shots (+110)

This is a great value.

Hamilton is pointless in his last 15 games and 22 of his last 23 contests, but it isn’t for a lack of trying. The blueliner is still putting plenty of rubber on goal.

Hamilton has topped this total in two of his last four games, and his shot attempts remain at a very high level.

-> Take Hamilton to clear his shot prop!

He has 75 shot attempts in his last 11 games, an average of 6.8 per contest.

Naturally, as a defenceman, a high percentage of Hamilton’s shots don’t make it through.

But Hamilton should be able to get some pucks through against the Maple Leafs.

Toronto is allowing the second-most goals per game this season (31.2).

Expect Hamilton to clear through this total on Tuesday.

Key stat: Hamilton is averaging 2.5 shots on goal per game and should exceed this mark in a plus matchup.

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Meier to score 1+ points (-124): Meier is pointless in his last four games, but like Hamilton, he’s due for some better puck luck.

Meier is still heavily involved offensively. He has 20 shots during this stretch with 38 total shot attempts.

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His chances of notching a point on Tuesday are bolstered by Toronto’s porous defence and goaltending. The Maple Leafs are surrendering the fifth-most goals per game and the fourth-most scoring chances per 60 (30.3).

Meier’s spot in the lineup keeps him involved on a nightly basis. The winger skates on the team’s first line alongside Nico Hischier and Dawson Mercer.

Hughes to score 1+ points (+102): Add Hughes to the list of underperforming Devils.

Like the other two guys on my card, Hughes is battling a dry spell. He doesn’t have a point in his last three games and is pointless in 11 of his last 15 contests.

But, again, this matchup is too good to ignore on several fronts.

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I expect a big offensive output, and Hughes should be involved. The rearguard skates on the team’s top power play with elite playmakers like Hischier, Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt.

Hughes leads New Jersey in shot attempts (232) and should be able to get plenty of pucks on goal against the Maple Leafs.

Devils vs. Maple Leafs prop picks made at 12:32 p.m. ET Dec. 30, 2025.

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Kings vs. Clippers SGP predictions Dec. 30: Bet on Clippers to cover, fade Keegan Murray in +300 ticket

The Sacramento Kings and the Los Angeles Clippers collide in a matchup of Western Conference basement-dwellers.

The pregame narrative: Sacramento is only 2.5 games behind Los Angeles in the standings but enters this contest as a sizeable underdog. The Clippers are playing better basketball lately and are worth backing in this contest.

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Kings vs. Clippers predictions

Parlay: Clippers -6.5 | Under 222.5 points | Murray under 14.5 points (+300)

Clippers -6.5 (-186): Los Angeles is finding its groove, and it should be able to win big against an injury-riddled Kings squad.

The Clippers have won four consecutive games, taking each by 13-plus points.

Kawhi Leonard’s recent play is a big reason for this success. Leonard is averaging 39 points per game during this stretch and is coming off a 55-point performance against the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons.

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Sacramento, meanwhile, is really struggling to stay competitive. The Kings have lost three consecutive games, dropping two of those by seven-plus points.

Picking on Sacramento has been a great strategy for bettors this season. It has the second-worst ATS record in the league (12-20), with a -10.4 average margin.

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Under 222.5 points (-120): Injuries play a big part in backing this under.

It isn’t easy to pencil the Kings down for a big total. Top scorers Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis are out, which significantly hinders Sacramento’s offensive ceiling.

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The Kings don’t have much of a ceiling to begin with, ranking 27th in points per game this season (111.7).

Los Angeles has been scoring more recently, but still, this isn’t a number it clears with much frequency.

The Clippers have gone below this game total in three of their last four games.

Murray under 14.5 points (-130): Lastly, I’m fading Murray in this matchup.

Keep in mind that the power forward has missed the last two games with a calf injury and is questionable for tonight. But if he plays, I’ll happily fade him.

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Firstly, returning from injury presents its own challenges. It’s unclear what Murray’s usage will look like in his first game back.

Secondly, the Clippers are a difficult matchup for power forwards. They’re surrendering the sixth-fewest points per game to the position (21.6).

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NFL Week 18 upset picks: Bet on underdog 49ers and Panthers to win, Titans to play spoiler

The final weekend of the regular season is here, and I have a trio of NFL Week 18 upset picks on my radar.

The pregame narrative: Not every team that wants to win in Week 18 will win in Week 18. That’s why I’m betting on the Tennessee Titans to shock the Jacksonville Jaguars. Elsewhere, I’m backing the San Francisco 49ers and Carolina Panthers to win a pair of pivotal Saturday showdowns.

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NFL Week 18 upset picks

Best bet: Titans moneyline (+475)

A little over a month ago, the Jaguars beat the Titans, 25-3, in Tennessee.

So why on earth am I backing the Titans this time around?

Firstly, this is it for Tennessee. This squad isn’t going to the playoffs, and it’s not playing another football game for almost nine months.

And not all bottom-feeders are created equally. Unlike the Las Vegas Raiders and the New York Jets, Tennessee has its quarterback of the future on the roster.

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This team is going to throw its hardest punch at the Jags in a divisional game with serious stakes.

Jacksonville has become the toast of the AFC since its lopsided win over the Denver Broncos, but I wasn’t impressed with its effort against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 17.

The Jaguars played with their food in a 23-17 win over Indianapolis. The offence routinely stalled in the red zone, going just 2-for-5 inside the 20 with an end zone interception from Trevor Lawrence.

The Titans, meanwhile, are starting to see the high-end skills that made Cam Ward the first overall pick. Ward has thrown eight touchdowns to just one interception in his last four games.

I expect Tennessee to be up for this game and to stun Jacksonville.

Key stat: Tennessee has won two of four games since losing to the Jags.

NFL underdog predictions

49ers moneyline (+100): San Francisco is only a slight underdog in this game, but I think I’ve earned the right to put them here, considering the long odds of my best bet.

The 49ers have navigated a fine margin to be in the mix for first place in the NFC. They’ve managed six consecutive wins to get to this spot.

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It’s no coincidence that this streak started when Brock Purdy returned to the lineup. He has been especially stellar lately, tossing 11 touchdowns to just two interceptions across his last three outings.

A quarterback whose play is moving in the opposite direction is Sam Darnold. Darnold has thrown three touchdowns to three interceptions in his last three games.

Although the Seattle Seahawks are 3-0 in those games, two of those wins were by two points or fewer.

Christian McCaffrey continues to lead the Niners. The running back casually posted 181 scrimmage yards in the team’s Week 17 victory, and he had 142 scrimmage yards in San Francisco’s win against the Seahawks earlier this season.

I expect the Niners to turn this into a shootout at home, and I don’t expect Seattle to keep up.

Panthers moneyline (+125): Lastly, this is mainly a play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The wheels are firmly off the Tampa wagon. The Bucs have lost four consecutive games and seven of their last eight.

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This ultimately boils down to Baker Mayfield’s health. The Tampa Bay quarterback has been on the injury report with several injuries this year and has battled through them. Although his toughness deserves recognition, it’s not helping his team earn wins.

Here are the unignorable first-half and second-half splits from Mayfield:

First eight games: 239.9 passing yards per game, 13 TDs, two INTs

Last eight games: 196.4 passing yards per game, 12 TDs, eight INTs

The Panthers aren’t world-beaters by any stretch, but if Bryce Young plays a clean game, they’ll beat the Bucs for the second time in three weeks and win the NFC South.

NFL upset picks made at 2:46 p.m. ET on Dec. 29, 2025.

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NFL Week 18 upset picks: Bet on underdog 49ers and Panthers to win, Titans to play spoiler

The final weekend of the regular season is here, and I have a trio of NFL Week 18 upset picks on my radar.

The pregame narrative: Not every team that wants to win in Week 18 will win in Week 18. That’s why I’m betting on the Tennessee Titans to shock the Jacksonville Jaguars. Elsewhere, I’m backing the San Francisco 49ers and Carolina Panthers to win a pair of pivotal Saturday showdowns.

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NFL Week 18 upset picks

Best bet: Titans moneyline (+550)

A little over a month ago, the Jaguars beat the Titans, 25-3, in Tennessee.

So why on earth am I backing the Titans this time around?

Firstly, this is it for Tennessee. This squad isn’t going to the playoffs, and it’s not playing another football game for almost nine months.

And not all bottom-feeders are created equally. Unlike the Las Vegas Raiders and the New York Jets, Tennessee has its quarterback of the future on the roster.

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This team is going to throw its hardest punch at the Jags in a divisional game with serious stakes.

Jacksonville has become the toast of the AFC since its lopsided win over the Denver Broncos, but I wasn’t impressed with its effort against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 17.

The Jaguars played with their food in a 23-17 win over Indianapolis. The offence routinely stalled in the red zone, going just 2-for-5 inside the 20 with an end zone interception from Trevor Lawrence.

The Titans, meanwhile, are starting to see the high-end skills that made Cam Ward the first overall pick. Ward has thrown eight touchdowns to just one interception in his last four games.

I expect Tennessee to be up for this game and to stun Jacksonville.

Key stat: Tennessee has won two of four games since losing to the Jags.

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NFL underdog predictions

49ers moneyline (-103): San Francisco is only a slight underdog in this game, but I think I’ve earned the right to put them here, considering the long odds of my best bet.

The 49ers have navigated a fine margin to be in the mix for first place in the NFC. They’ve managed six consecutive wins to get to this spot.

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It’s no coincidence that this streak started when Brock Purdy returned to the lineup. He has been especially stellar lately, tossing 11 touchdowns to just two interceptions across his last three outings.

A quarterback whose play is moving in the opposite direction is Sam Darnold. Darnold has thrown three touchdowns to three interceptions in his last three games.

Although the Seattle Seahawks are 3-0 in those games, two of those wins were by two points or fewer.

Christian McCaffrey continues to lead the Niners. The running back casually posted 181 scrimmage yards in the team’s Week 17 victory, and he had 142 scrimmage yards in San Francisco’s win against the Seahawks earlier this season.

I expect the Niners to turn this into a shootout at home, and I don’t expect Seattle to keep up.

Panthers moneyline (+125): Lastly, this is mainly a play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The wheels are firmly off the Tampa wagon. The Bucs have lost four consecutive games and seven of their last eight.

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This ultimately boils down to Baker Mayfield’s health. The Tampa Bay quarterback has been on the injury report with several injuries this year and has battled through them. Although his toughness deserves recognition, it’s not helping his team earn wins.

Here are the unignorable first-half and second-half splits from Mayfield:

First eight games: 239.9 passing yards per game, 13 TDs, two INTs

Last eight games: 196.4 passing yards per game, 12 TDs, eight INTs

The Panthers aren’t world-beaters by any stretch, but if Bryce Young plays a clean game, they’ll beat the Bucs for the second time in three weeks and win the NFC South.

NFL upset picks made at 2:46 p.m. ET on Dec. 29, 2025.

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NHL anytime goal picks Dec. 29: Bet on Sabres’ Thompson, Jets’ Connor to score

Two of the top scorers make my NHL anytime goal picks for Dec. 29.

The pregame narrative: The Buffalo Sabres are scorching to close 2025, and Tage Thompson is a big part of their success. He’s a great pick to find the back of the net. Elsewhere, Kyle Connor is heating up and is a nice value to strike on Monday.

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NHL goal picks Dec. 29

Best Bet: Thompson to score (+155)

Thompson’s recent play is helping lead the hottest team in the NHL.

Buffalo has won eight consecutive games and is firmly back in the Atlantic Division mix. Thompson has been stellar during this run, totalling five goals and 11 points during this stretch.

He leads his team in both categories over this time.

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The matchup is right for Thompson to strike, too, as his squad visits the flailing St. Louis Blues.

St. Louis has been abysmal defensively this season. It’s ceding the sixth-most goals per game (3.36), and has the fourth-worst save percentage (.879).

I expect Buffalo to have a strong night offensively, and Thompson will almost certainly be in the thick of it. He leads the Sabres in scoring chances (110) and will likely add to that mark tonight.

Key stat: Thompson has scored a goal in six of his last nine games.

NHL predictions

Connor to score (+125): Secondly, I’m liking what Connor is showing lately.

The Winnipeg Jets star is heating up after a six-game goalless drought. He has three goals in his last two contests, with eight shots on goal during this stretch.

As Winnipeg looks to climb back into the playoff picture, I expect Connor to start playing his best.

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It helps his case on Monday that he gets to battle Calvin Pickard and the Edmonton Oilers.

The Oilers are tied for allowing the eighth-most goals per game (3.31), and have the third-worst save percentage in the league (.877).

Pickard gets the start for Edmonton, and he’s been especially bad this year.

Pickard has a brutal .861 save percentage.

NHL goal picks made at 1:46 p.m. ET on Dec. 29, 2025.

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NHL anytime goal picks Dec. 29: Bet on Sabres’ Thompson, Jets’ Connor to score

Two of the top scorers make my NHL anytime goal picks for Dec. 29.

The pregame narrative: The Buffalo Sabres are scorching to close 2025, and Tage Thompson is a big part of their success. He’s a great pick to find the back of the net. Elsewhere, Kyle Connor is heating up and is a nice value to strike on Monday.

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NHL goal picks Dec. 29

Best Bet: Thompson to score (+140)

Thompson’s recent play is helping lead the hottest team in the NHL.

Buffalo has won eight consecutive games and is firmly back in the Atlantic Division mix. Thompson has been stellar during this run, totalling five goals and 11 points during this stretch.

He leads his team in both categories over this time.

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The matchup is right for Thompson to strike, too, as his squad visits the flailing St. Louis Blues.

St. Louis has been abysmal defensively this season. It’s ceding the sixth-most goals per game (3.36), and has the fourth-worst save percentage (.879).

I expect Buffalo to have a strong night offensively, and Thompson will almost certainly be in the thick of it. He leads the Sabres in scoring chances (110) and will likely add to that mark tonight.

Key stat: Thompson has scored a goal in six of his last nine games.

NHL predictions

Connor to score (+132): Secondly, I’m liking what Connor is showing lately.

The Winnipeg Jets star is heating up after a six-game goalless drought. He has three goals in his last two contests, with eight shots on goal during this stretch.

As Winnipeg looks to climb back into the playoff picture, I expect Connor to start playing his best.

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It helps his case on Monday that he gets to battle Calvin Pickard and the Edmonton Oilers.

The Oilers are tied for allowing the eighth-most goals per game (3.31), and have the third-worst save percentage in the league (.877).

Pickard gets the start for Edmonton, and he’s been especially bad this year.

Pickard has a brutal .861 save percentage.

NHL goal picks made at 1:46 p.m. ET on Dec. 29, 2025.

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Rams vs. Falcons MNF Week 17 SGP predictions: Bet on Atlanta, Bijan Robinson in +320 ticket

The Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons square off in an NFC showdown on Monday Night Football.

The pregame narrative: The Rams are locked into the fifth or sixth seed in the NFC, while the Falcons have no chance at the postseason. I expect both teams to let it fly in a game where the stakes aren’t very high.

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Rams vs. Falcons SGP

SGP: Falcons +10.5 | Over 49.5 points | Robinson over 75.5 rushing yards (+320)

Falcons +10.5 (-175): Atlanta doesn’t have anything to play for, but it has been playing some of its best football lately.

The Falcons enter this game after back-to-back wins, stealing both on the road.

Atlanta has been solid against this number, specifically, covering this spread in 12 of 15 games this season.

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Additionally, the Rams have been a leaky bunch defensively. They’ve allowed 30-plus points in three of their last four games.

The Falcons have enough playmakers to score and keep this game within the number.

Lastly, for those who are into trends, this is an easy one to handicap:

Atlanta is 2-6 as an ATS favourite

Atlanta is 5-1-1 as an ATS underdog

Back the Falcons in a spot they’ve thrived in all season long.

Monday Night Football SGP picks

Over 49.5 points (-109): This should be a high-scoring game with plenty of playmakers on both sides.

Atlanta is finding its groove offensively. The Falcons have scored 55 points across their last two games, with Kirk Cousins tossing five touchdowns in those contests.

Los Angeles’ offensive success is well documented. It’s scoring 37.0 points per game across its last five, while Rams games are averaging 62.4 total points during this stretch.

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Matthew Stafford is continuing to play at an MVP level. The superstar QB is averaging 324.4 yards per game with 13 touchdowns in his last five performances.

Another reason for liking the over has a lot to do with the final pick of this same-game parlay.

Robinson over 75.5 rushing yards (-115): Bettors might not look at the Rams as an exploitable matchup.

But here’s why bettors should back Robinson

Firstly, Robinson is among the NFL’s best running backs. He has 1,250 rushing yards and is averaging an impressive 5.0 yards per carry.

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Secondly, this is a mark he beats routinely. Robinson has cleared this number in four consecutive games and six of his last seven contests.

Thirdly, Los Angeles’ run defence is emerging as a problem spot. The Seattle Seahawks rushed for 6.8 yards per carry in Week 16 against the Rams, who are ceding 4.9 yards per carry across their last three contests.

Rams vs. Falcons predictions made at 12:40 p.m. ET on Dec. 29, 2025.

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Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers SGP predictions Dec. 29: Fade Avdija, back Dallas in +285 ticket

The Dallas Mavericks and Portland Trail Blazers close out Monday’s slate of NBA action.

The pregame narrative: The Mavericks enter tonight’s game after back-to-back losses, while the Trail Blazers are feeling good following an upset win over the Boston Celtics. Still, I’m looking to fade Portland as a favourite in what I expect to be a low-scoring game.

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Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers predictions

Parlay: Mavericks +6.5 | Under 237.5 points | Avdija under 25.5 points (+285)

Mavericks +6.5 (-235): This is solely a play against Portland.

The Trail Blazers have been downright dreadful as favourites this season. They own a 2-9 ATS record in this situation, with an ATS margin of -8.5 points.

Additionally, winning by seven points or more isn’t something Portland has done with any frequency this year. The Trail Blazers have failed to cover this spread in each of their last 10 games — as well as 19 of their last 21.

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Dallas is certainly capable of putting up a stinker, but it does own a 13-9 ATS record as an underdog this season and is 6-3 across its last nine games as a dog.

The Mavericks and Trail Blazers played earlier this season, and Dallas came out on top with a 138-133 overtime win.

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Under 237.5 points (-155): Secondly, I expect this to be a low-scoring affair.

Points are usually at a premium when bad offences square off, and these are two of the worst:

The Trail Blazers rank 24th in offensive rating (109.8).

The Mavericks place 28th in offensive rating (107.4).

Anthony Davis is on the injury report ahead of this contest, but even if he’s out, this is a Dallas team that can defend well.

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The Mavericks are tied for ninth in defensive efficiency (111.0).

Avdija under 25.5 points (+285): Lastly, I expect Avdija to be held in check.

Portland’s leading scorer is averaging 25.5 points per game this season and did tally 29 in his lone contest against the Mavericks.

But Avdija isn’t entering this contest in fine form.

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The Israeli point guard has fallen short of this mark in four of his last five games and six of his last nine.

What gives me confidence in Avdija staying in check is his poor 3-point shooting recently. He enters this contest converting just 29% of his 3s over his last six games.

Dallas is ceding the lowest 3-point percentage to opponents this season (33.3%).

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Best NFL Week 17 prop bets: Bet on Ja’Marr Chase, Trey McBride and Bijan Robinson to shine

A trio of the NFL’s top playmakers highlight my NFL Week 17 prop bets.

The pregame narrative: The Arizona Cardinals and Cincinnati Bengals go toe-to-toe in a game that has shootout written all over it. Trey McBride and Ja’Marr Chase should shine with plenty of offence likely on the way.

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NFL Week 17 prop bets

Best Bet: McBride over 81.5 receiving yards (-118)

McBride is primed for a monster performance on Sunday afternoon.

The Cardinals’ tight end has been the NFL’s best receiving tight end by a wide margin:

First in receiving yards (1,098, 244 yards ahead of second).

First in receptions (109, 28 ahead of second).

First in 100-plus receiving yard performances (three)

Simply put, the guy has been in a league of his own among his peers.

Arizona’s top pass catcher is staring down the juiciest of matchups in Week 17.

The Cardinals battle a Bengals squad that can’t stop tight ends.

Cincinnati is allowing the most receptions (105), receiving yards (1,362) and receiving touchdowns (15) to the position.

Expect the Bengals’ defence to be searching for answers all day on Sunday.

Key stat: McBride has topped this total in five of his last seven games.

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Best NFL picks

Chase over 88.5 receiving yards (-118): Here’s another guy who should absolutely dominate in this game.

This matchup is equally mouthwatering for Chase. Not only are the Cardinals unable to stop the pass, but they don’t have the bodies to do it.

Here’s a list of Arizona’s secondary injuries:

Sean Murphy-Bunting (out)
Budda Baker (out)
Kei’Trel Clark (out)
Will Johnson (questionable)
Jalen Thompson (questionable)

That list doesn’t even include Garrett Williams, Starling Thomas V, and Joey Blount, who are all on IR.

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All this means that Chase should absolutely explode.

The Bengals’ wide receiver hasn’t quite taken off with Burrow back, but he has topped this total in three of his last four outings.

Robinson over 75.5 rushing yards (-118): A date with the Los Angeles Rams might present an opportunity to fade Robinson.

But here’s why bettors should back the Atlanta running back.

Firstly, Robinson is among the NFL’s elite at his position. He’s fifth in rushing yards (1,250) while averaging an impressive 5.0 yards per carry.

Secondly, this is a mark he beats routinely. Robinson has cleared this mark in four consecutive games and six of his last seven contests.

Lastly, Los Angeles’ run defence is emerging as a weak point. The Seattle Seahawks rushed for 6.8 yards per carry against the Rams in Week 16, and they’re ceding 4.9 yards per carry across their last three contests.

NFL prop bets made at 7:46 p.m. ET on Dec. 27, 2025.

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