Tonight’s 6 Expert NBA Tips:
Portland @ Dallas
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 14 | Portland | 104.3 | 103.7 | +0.6 |
| 15 | Dallas | 102.5 | 103.1 | -0.6 |
The Say
This is a must win for Dallas considering how close they are to giving up their spot in the post season. Had a big game against the Warriors where they were beaten by the 3 ball. Could be the likely 1st vs 8th match-up. Portland have cooled off in recent outings, where if it’s not McCallum or Lillard, no one else is stepping up.
Best Bet: Dallas +5.5 @1.46
Feeling Lucky: Dallas WIN @1.87
Orlando @ Toronto
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 20 | Orlando | 100.9 | 103 | -2.1 |
| 5 | Toronto | 103.0 | 98.2 | +4.8 |
The Say
Usually when we suggest a team has no chance and the Home record is too good, we see an upset. But unless the Raptors are blind and can’t see they are only 1 loss behind the Cavs and with the tie breaker, it should be an easy game for Canadians.
Best Bet: Toronto -1.5 @1.22
Feeling Lucky: Toronto -9.5 @1.86
Boston @ Philadelphia
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 8 | Boston | 105.8 | 102.4 | +3.4 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 97.1 | 107.6 | -10.5 |
The Say
Boston need a win. 5-5 in their last 10, another loss tonight really puts the pressure on. Lucky for them, they play the 76ers. Philly have not been too bad lately with the blowouts more of a rarity with honorable losses taking the spot. The Celtics are on shaky ground though since the Crowder injury.
Best Bet: Boston -2.5 @1.20
Feeling Lucky: Boston -7.5 @1.51
LA Clippers @ New Orleans
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 7 | LA Clippers | 104.6 | 100.9 | +3.7 |
| 24 | New Orleans | 103.2 | 106.4 | -3.2 |
The Say
The rumour is Anthony Davis is likely to be shutdown after attaining another injury. This is music to the Clippers ears after losing to Zach Randolph last night. In no real danger of losing the 4th seed, LA still want to be taken seriously, so expect them to beat down on the poor Pelicans tonight.
Best Bet: LA Clippers -3.5 @1.46
Feeling Lucky: LA Clippers -7.5 @1.86
Utah @ Milwaukee
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 11 | Utah | 97.9 | 96.7 | +1.2 |
| 25 | Milwaukee | 99.4 | 102.9 | -3.5 |
The Say
Utah are looking to secure what would be the last playoff spot in the West. Milwaukee have been impressive since the All-Star break, and have won 6 of their last 10. The Jazz aren’t as efficient defensively on the road, and if they can’t pick up their low scoring style, they really struggle to string wins together. That should be the case tonight in a back to back after falling to the Bulls last night in Chi-Town.
Best Bet: Milwaukee +9.5 @1.20
Feeling Lucky: Milwaukee WIN @1.77
Sacramento @ New York
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 22 | New York | 98.8 | 101.6 | -2.8 |
| 23 | Sacramento | 106.8 | 109.6 | -2.8 |
The Say
Sacramento travel to MSG for what should be another highlight reel offensive game for the Kings, along with some traffic cone defense. Both teams are in poor form, with NY 3 from their last 10 and Sacramento 2 wins over the same stretch.
Phil Jackson has shown his interest in coaching future Knicks home games, which may just complete the circus that is New York basketball. Can’t really see the Knicks winning this one tonight, but with the King’s horrible defense, no faith in them either.
Best Bet: Over 206.5 @1.49
Feeling Lucky: Over 213.5 @1.91
