Washington at Houston

The Washington Wizards finished last season with a record of 18-64, placing them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. Things may have actually gotten worse for this team, as the Wizards are off to a woeful 1-10 start. The Wizards are starting to play somewhat better, as evidenced by their last two games, which resulted in a 6-point loss to Dallas at home and a 2-point loss to Detroit on the road. The Wizards' improved play has not been reflected in the bookmakers' odds. The -17 favorite Rockets represent the highest line in the NBA this season, and the value pendulum has switched to Washington. The Rockets are 6-3. This opens a homestand for Houston, and they could easily be looking past the Wizards. Make the play on Washington.