Matthew Lowrimore
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We have put together a 4-pick cross-sport parlay that will take you right through Saturday, including action from college basketball, the NBA, UFC, and NHL.
One pick is taken from each sport and a winning ticket would give us a nice payout with odds of +998 at DraftKings Sportsbook. Let’s break down each of these plays.
NBA: Sacramento Kings vs Dallas Mavericks – Under 223.5 points (-110), 5:10 pm ET
The style of play of these teams couldn’t be any more different as the Mavericks rely on their defense to win games, while the Kings are one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA. Opponents have scored 118 points per game against Sacramento over their last 5, while they’re putting up 112.2 per game during that stretch. Coach Jason Kidd has made defense the most important part of his Dallas team this season, and they are 2nd in the NBA in points allowed per game at home, conceding just 101.7 per game.
With the postseason just around the corner, they should tighten things up defensively in the coming weeks. With the under cashing 8 times in the last 10 meetings and the 3 matchups this season having averaged 200.2 points per game, the under is the way to go in tonight’s game.
Be sure to check out our full game preview for Sacramento Kings vs Dallas Mavericks
College basketball: North Carolina Tar Heels vs Duke Blue Devils -11.5 (-110), 6:00 pm ET
The major issue for the Tar Heels is their defense can’t stop anything at times, ranking 260th in scoring defense, giving up 72.4 points per game and this matchup against a Duke team that is red hot and averages 80 points a game is going to be difficult. The Blue Devils have won 7 straight games by an average of 15 points and it’s hard to see them disappointing in Coach K’s last home game. North Carolina is 2-5 against the spread as an underdog this season. Take Duke.
Be sure to check out our full game preview for North Carolina Tar Heels vs Duke Blue Devils
NHL: Seattle Kraken vs Washington Capitals ML (-230), 7:05 pm ET
The Kraken can’t generate pressure, ranking 31st in expected goals, and they can’t finish their chances either, ranking 28th in goals per game. The Capitals are around average in both categories, which is enough to be considered the better offensive team.
Defensively, the Capitals get the edge as well, with goaltending being the main factor. The Capitals rank 7th in goals against per game, whereas the Kraken are 26th. Look for the Capitals to take advantage of the poor goaltending from Seattle and take the Capitals money line.
Be sure to check out our full game preview for Seattle Kraken vs Washington Capitals
UFC: Colby Covington vs Jorge Masvidal – Fight to go the distance – No (+110), 12:00 am ET (Sunday)
Colby Covington is a massive favorite, but Jorge Masvidal is not a guy to ever count out. They both have plenty of finishes in their careers while also having lost by finish a few times. For that reason, backing this fight to end inside the distance is the play.
Be sure to check out our full fight preview for Colby Covington vs Jorge Masvidal
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