“Play it Safe” Picks:
Tonight’s 10 NBA Games:
Portland @ Houston
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
15 | Portland | 102.2 | 102.3 | -0.1 |
17 | Houston | 105.4 | 106.5 | -1.1 |
The Say
Houston like Chicago are choose at your own risk. If they were playing the Lakers then yes…. But against any other team, we’ll go the spread.
Best Bet: Portland +10.5 @1.44
Feeling Lucky: Portland WIN @2.65
Washington @ Charlotte
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
23 | Washington | 102.6 | 105.6 | -3.0 |
12 | Charlotte | 101.7 | 101.2 | +0.5 |
The Say
The Hornets are coming off a tough loss at home to Miami while Washington had the training drill against the 76ers. Both teams are making a push for that 8th position. Wizards looking good to make it close.
Best Bet: Washington +10.5 @1.38
Feeling Lucky: Either team by less than 7 @2.44
Detroit @ Indiana
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
10 | Detroit | 102.2 | 100.7 | +1.5 |
8 | Indiana | 102.9 | 100.1 | +2.8 |
The Say
Indiana are on the second half of a back to back while the Pistons are down KCP. Another hard one to split with both teams neck and neck in the standings. Pacers home record could be the decider.
Best Bet: Under 215.5 @1.31
Feeling Lucky: Indiana -3.5 @1.85
New Orleans @ Cleveland
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
22 | New Orleans | 102.4 | 105.1 | -2.7 |
4 | Cleveland | 102.3 | 96.7 | +5.6 |
The Say
New Orleans fell to the Lakers at home which pretty much puts them at rock bottom and blow up territory. Cleveland had one of the most unbelievable losses in recent time leading by 4 with 7 seconds left. They were a best bet for us yesterday, the Cavs would have to be a sure thing tonight.
Best Bet: Cleveland -6.5 @1.55
Feeling Lucky: Cleveland -9.5 @1.89
Brooklyn @ Philadelphia
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
28 | Brooklyn | 95.6 | 103.2 | -7.6 |
30 | Philadelphia | 94.8 | 105.4 | -10.6 |
The Say
Maybe Brooklyn, maybe Philly…. Flip a coin. With the Nets with no real incentive to tank, they have the advantage.
Best Bet: Over 193.5 @1.29
Feeling Lucky: Brooklyn WIN @2.02
Dallas @ Memphis
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
16 | Dallas | 100.4 | 100.9 | -0.5 |
18 | Memphis | 97.7 | 99.0 | -1.3 |
The Say
Memphis are 9-1 in their last 10 while the Mavs haven’t had the best luck on the road with some big losses of late.
Best Bet: Memphis WIN @1.37
Feeling Lucky: Memphis -5.5 @1.75
Chicago @ Minnesota
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
13 | Chicago | 101.4 | 101.1 | +0.3 |
25 | Minnesota | 99.9 | 103.7 | -3.8 |
The Say
With Jimmy Butler down, the Bulls are vulnerable. However, it’s against the Wolves who are probably one step on the plane to All-Star weekend. Wait, Minnesota just beat the Clippers, this will be close.
Best Bet: Under 210.5 @1.51
Feeling Lucky: Chicago WIN @1.83
LA Lakers @ San Antonio
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
29 | LA Lakers | 96.3 | 106.2 | -9.9 |
1 | San Antonio | 104.6 | 91.3 | +13.3 |
The Say
Kobe’s last visit to San Antonio. There will be a lot of love flowing in the air, would be awkward to show a highlight reel, maybe a message from Duncan holding 5 rings. Spurs will win.
Best Bet: San Antonio -8.5 @1.24
Feeling Lucky: San Antonio 11+ @1.50
Utah @ Phoenix
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
11 | Utah | 97.6 | 96.4 | +1.2 |
27 | Phoenix | 100.6 | 106.5 | -5.9 |
The Say
The incentive is there for Utah to win these types of games to secure a post season spot. Their lineup in terms of health is the polar opposite to Phoenix and should power on through.
Best Bet: Utah WIN @$1.44
Feeling Lucky: Utah 1-10 @$2.45
Oklahoma @ Golden State
Points +/- Rank
RK | TEAM | OWN | OPP | DIFF |
3 | Oklahoma | 109.7 | 101.6 | +8.1 |
2 | Golden State | 115.4 | 102.7 | +12.7 |
The Say
Another test for the Warriors in which they are passing in flying colours. This could be the Western Conference Final rehearsal with the first of three bouts to be played. Rule of thumb is don’t go for the upset against the Warriors.
Best Bet: Golden State -2.5 @$1.37
Feeling Lucky: Over 242.5 @$3.65
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