James Harden can’t save lives with his defense but other than that he’s been exceptional thus far in this young NBA season. He’ll look to lead the Houston Rockets into another victory over the Dallas Mavericks later tonight. The headline event today in sports, meanwhile, will happen at Wrigley Field, where the Cleveland Indians and the Chicago Cubs play the fifth game of the 2016 World Series.
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Dallas Mavericks vs. Houston Rockets (8:00 PM ET)
Line: Dallas Mavericks (+5.5) vs. Houston Rockets (-5.5); total: 216.5 – view all NBA lines
Dirk Nowitzki and the Mavericks are still looking for their first win of the season. They hope to get a W later tonight after two straight losses to start the season, including a 106-96 defeat at home to Houston last Friday. Nowitzki was out in that game, however, with a stomach illness. He’ll be back in action tonight so expect a different play from the Mavericks. Leading the Mavs is Harrison Barnes, who is averaging 25.0 PPG. The Rockets, meanwhile, will be leaning on James Harden, who put up 26 points, seven boards, and eight assists in the win over Dallas. The Mavs are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 road games. The Rockets are 3-1 ATS in their last four at home.
Writer’s Prediction
Houston wins, 108-100.
Cleveland Indians vs. Chicago Cubs (8:00 PM ET)
Line: Cleveland Indians (+195) vs. Chicago Cubs (-225) – view all MLB line
The Cubs have been tough to beat at home when Jon Lester is on the mound. In fact, they are 12-0 in Lester’s last 12 starts dating back to the regular season. Lester gets the ball tonight for the Cubs and he’ll carry a 2-1 record and a 1.69 ERA in four starts in these playoffs to Game 5. As for the Indians, Trevor Bauer will also make his second start of this World Series. Bauer had a forgettable outing in Game 2, allowing two earned runs on six hits while walking two Cubs hitters in a 5-1road loss last Wednesday. The Indians, however, are 2-0 in his last two road starts.
Writer’s Prediction
Chicago wins, 4-2.
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