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Play it Safe” Picks:
*All dates are U.S
Tonight’s 6 NBA Games:
Phoenix @ Charlotte
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 28 | Phoenix | 100.7 | 107.6 | -6.9 |
| 12 | Charlotte | 101.5 | 100.6 | +0.9 |
The Say
The Suns are giving the Lakers a run for the worst in the West but did manage to pull a miracle out against the Grizzlies last time out. Away at Charlotte, and with the level they have improved over the 2nd half of the season, this will be near impossible for the Suns.
Best Bet: Charlotte -6.5 @1.28
Feeling Lucky: Under 206.5 @1.88
Chicago @ Miami
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 17 | Chicago | 101.6 | 102.3 | -0.7 |
| 14 | Miami | 96.9 | 96.7 | +0.2 |
The Say
With Butler still out and Rose his usual 50/50, the Bulls will struggle at American Airlines Arena. Even with Bosh out, the Heat have still maintained their home court advantage for the postseason, and will be too much for the walking wounded Bulls. Expect another Whiteside Block Party…
Best Bet: Miami WIN @1.22
Feeling Lucky: Miami -6.5 @1.70
Portland @ New York
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 10 | Portland | 103.6 | 102.3 | +1.3 |
| 22 | New York | 99.1 | 101.6 | -2.5 |
The Say
Even with their recent loss at home to Houston, the Blazers are still 13-2 in their last 15 outings. We still like them, as Lillard and McCollum are tearing teams a new one. At MSG, the only thing stopping them are the bright lights of NYC, not the Knicks.
Best Bet: Portland WIN @1.46
Feeling Lucky: Portland -5.5 @1.91 or go with Best Bet
Orlando @ Dallas
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 18 | Orlando | 100.8 | 102.1 | -1.3 |
| 15 | Dallas | 102.2 | 102.3 | -0.1 |
The Say
Orlando and Dallas are playing a bit of the ‘going nowhere’ type of ball, even though the Mavs are still in the playoff race for the West. The Magic you would have to say are missing experience, while the Mavericks are a little too old to be challenging the elite. Interesting off-seasons for all. Take the home team here.
Best Bet: Dallas WIN @1.49
Feeling Lucky: Dallas -4.5 @1.86
Atlanta @ Golden State
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 8 | Atlanta | 102.2 | 99.7 | +2.5 |
| 2 | Golden State | 115.4 | 104.1 | +11.3 |
The Say
Atlanta get their taste of the hottest team in league history for the second time in a week. Steph is doubtful with the ankle he hit 12 3-pointers with. No reason to go against the Warriors if Steph does take the night off.
Best Bet: Golden State WIN @1.17
Feeling Lucky: Golden State -6.5 @1.60
Brooklyn @ LA Lakers
Points +/- Rank
| RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
| 27 | Brooklyn | 97.0 | 103.6 | -6.6 |
| 29 | LA Lakers | 97.5 | 107.2 | -9.7 |
The Say
The Lakers are 6 losses behind the Nets and are looking closer to keeping their top 3 protected pick. The Nets after giving away Joe Johnson will be a little less competitive, and this game will highly depend on the availability of Mr. Bryant.
