The Coach's NBA Wednesday Night SLAUGHTERHOUSE
(NBA) Atlanta vs. Cleveland,
Money Line: -185.00 Cleveland (Home)
Result: Loss
The Atlanta Hawks are coming into Cleveland as winners of 10 of their last 11, and they beat the Chicago Bulls in Atlanta on Monday. Still, they are on the road tonight, facing a Cavs team that has won six in a row at home. I think the Hawks are going to have a tough time in Cleveland tonight.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Home Cookin' - The Hawks are not a strong road team, with a record of 5-5 away from Atlanta. Cleveland won at home versus the Hawks earlier this season by a score of 127-94.

2. Mike Miller - The veteran SF will return after missing six games with a concussion. He should provide the Cavs a serious shooting threat from the perimeter.

3. X-Factor - The Cavaliers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Selection: This is a play on the Cleveland Cavs (8*)