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[1%] Free Play on Nationals +153

Ricky's 1* play on Over.

Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant.

- The Over is 4-1 in Washington's last 5 games.

- The Over is 6-3 in Indiana's last 9 games when playing Washington.

- The Over is 3-0 in Washington's last 3 home games.

Verdict: We should see plenty of Points in this game.

Don't give up on the Spurs yet. They very well could be up 2-0 in this NBA Finals rather than down 0-2.

The best player on the court is not Karl-Anthony Towns nor Jalen Brunson. It is Victor Wembanyama and he is more than capable of playing much better than he has shown so far in this championship series.

San Antonio also has a secret weapon. More on that later.

Much is being made of the Knicks' 13 straight playoff victories. That is the second-longest streak by any team in NBA playoff history. Note that 11 of those victories came against the Cavaliers, 76ers and Hawks. The Spurs have their own impressive streak - 13-2 SU and ATS in their next game following a loss since January.

The Spurs had a 14-point second-half lead in Game 1 against New York. Not nearly as well rested as the Knicks, the Spurs missed many shots they normally hit and ended up blowing the game.

San Antonio led New York with less than a minute left in Game 2. The Spurs ended up losing by one point when Wembanyama made an unforced error that led to a turnover and then compounded his poor decision with a foul. Then Wembanyama, who shot 51.2 percent from the floor during the regular season, missed a makeable jumper in the final seconds.

This is what Wembanyama said after the game: "I threw that one away. I messed up. We didn’t play great as a team. We needed to win that game. This game was ours. But at this point, it’s done. “Am I going to regret it? Yes, of course. Am I going to use that to fuel me and to fuel me and fuel us next game? Absolutely.”

I believe him. I regard Wembanyama as the most complete basketball player in the world, none better.

Now for San Antonio's secret weapon.

Well, actually, it's not such a secret that President Donald Trump is going to attend this Game 3.

The Knicks' have all the momentum, enthusiasm and joy going their way now. Trump, with all his baggage and controversial presence, is going to prove a huge distraction if not steal the spotlight.

Those attending the game at Madison Square Garden are being asked to arrive at least 2 hours before tip off because of TSA-screening procedures and security. The Secret Service also announced fans cannot bring bags into the arena.

Some are saying the Spurs are not yet ready to win an NBA championship, too young and inexperienced in pressure packed deep playoff games like this one. This calls for a reminder that the Knicks have not won an NBA championship in 53 years. They have not hosted an NBA Finals game in 27 years.

All the pressure is on the Knicks and Trump's divisive presence in the heart of the deeply blue state of New York could make things worse.

So I am on the Spurs. 

Monday Rob Releases his one and only 7* NBA Playoff GAME OF THE YEAR along with MLB and WNBA. Soccer comp play below.

The Monday Comp play is on the Under 3.5 goals in the Northern Ireland vs France match at 2.45 eastern. France is expected to win here by between 2-3 goals as they are heavily favored and have much more quality and depth. This is a big litmus test here for a Northern Ireland team that has struggled on the road and will concentrate mostly on slowing down a high powered France offense.  France is the #1 ranked team heading into the Cup and comes off a loss to Ivory Coast 2-1. With this fixture the Final tuneup we will likely see France bag a few goals and look to shore up the defense and its very likely they hold a clean sheet here. Northern Ireland is a young Squad and while they played well in group stage this will be a very tough match for them. Look for this game to stay under today. GL Rob V-

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Phillies vs Blue Jays MLB Free Pick 

The Angle(s): The Philadelphia Phillies are on a 5–1 run and have covered the run line in each of their last three wins. The Toronto Blue Jays are coming off back-to-back home wins over Baltimore, but they closed both games as favorites and are only 2–4 as home underdogs. Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sánchez (7–2, 1.46 ERA) has been electric, and Sánchez is 3–0 with a 2.00 ERA in four career starts against Toronto. I like the Phillies to win big over a Blue Jays team handing the ball to Patrick Corbin (2–2, 3.98 ERA), who is 6–11 with a 4.83 ERA in 23 starts against the Phillies.

The Bet: PHILLIES -1½ (3%). 

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