The set-up: The Wizards are off a high-scoring 134-125 road win over Chicago on Saturday, while Detroit enters off a home and home sweep of the Knicks, most recently pulling away for the 120-103 victory on Friday. So far these teams have split two meetings this year, with Washington winning the last 101-87. These are two hungry teams who haven't thrown in the towel and I believe this competitiveness will help in driving this total below the posted number. In my opinion, this one has the feel of a very low-scoring defensive battle, rather than a wide open shootout.

The pick: Take it for what you will as well, but Washington has seen the total go "under" the number in four of five already this year after scoring 130 or more points in its previous game, while Detroit has seen the total go "under" in 19 of 30 in revenging a loss vs. an opponent. This number is a little high, play the "under."

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