deskgameAtlanta (8-7) has reeled off two consecutive wins heading into the Sunday night matchup with Washington (10-5). The Commanders are favored by four points and can clinch a playoff berth with a win. The Falcons are tied with Tampa Bay for the NFC South lead, but will be hard-pressed to contain Jayden Daniels, who is coming off a five-TD passing performance against the Eagles.
deskgameRiding on a career season from superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor, a breakout campaign from Mark Vientos, and a career season from Sean Manaea, among other heroics, there is tremendous optimism heading into the offseason. The positive buzz surrounding the team might be at its highest since the Mike Piazza era.
deskgameIf the wager were mine, I would place the $5 on the Knicks to win this one straight-up (-390). New York has dropped seven of the past nine Christmas Day matchups, but they meet a San Antonio Spurs group with a sub .500 away record.
deskgameThe Bulldogs have had some awesome moments this season, and it would not be surprising to see them have another one in such a huge spot.
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