Indiana at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Pacers- The Mavericks who at 4-17 possess the NBA's worst record with the worst scoring offense (92.1) while Indiana owns the worst scoring defense and have allowed 136.5 in their last two road losses. After their 120-89 loss to Sacramento on Wednesday the Mavericks had a team meeting where they were told to take a good look at themselves and play like professionals. Dallas's highest scoring game of the season came opening night against the Pacers when they scored 121 in an overtime loss. Maybe they don't score that many tonight but they win. Take DALLAS!

Detroit at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Pistons- Sometimes I feel like I;m chasing Minnesota trying to get that win they owe me but this is the last time if 'we' don't win here. I promise! Last season Detroit won both meetings bit the Timberwolves had won the previous 10 covering four seasons. Coach Tom Thibodeau is having trouble keeping his young talent focused as they seem to drift away late in games. This time out they give a full four quarters. Take MINNESOTA!

San Antonio at Chicago 9:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Spurs- The Spurs have won four in-a-row and are undefeated (13-0) on the road as they invade Chicago to go at with the Bulls who have lost their last three. Chicago is having the same old problems with Rajon Rondo as other teams had as he was suspended one-game for conduct detrimental to the team in their last Monday and will be available tonight. The Bulls will be ready tonight and without Tony Parker the Spurs lose a bit on both ends of the floor. Take CHICAGO!

Minnesota at Toronto 7:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Raptors- After his breakout performance last week against New York center Karl-Anthony Towns has struggled shooting just 33% (18-of-56) from the floor in his last three games as the young Timberwolves continue to fall apart on the second half of games. Coach Tom Thibodeau has seen his club go from having the NBA best offensive efficiency in the first half and the worst in the NBA in the second half. The Wolves have lost eight of their last 10 and are off a lesson learned from the Spurs. Take MINNESOTA!  

Golden State at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Warriors- This is the season Doc Rivers believes the Clippers can get over the hump and challenge Golden State and unseat the two time defending West champs. At 18-3 the Warriors are not far off last year's record setting pace and enter this contest having swept the four-game series last year and have won the last six meetings overall. The matchup between Stephen Curry and Chris Paul is one of the best in the league and the Clippers take advantage of the home floor tonight. Take LOS ANGELES!  

Creighton at Nebraska 9:00 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Bluejays- The 10th ranked Creighton Bluejays are 8-0 as they embark on their first true road game of the season (3-0 on neutral courts) as they visit in-state rival Nebraska who is 4-0 at home. There will a contrast of styles here as the Jays bring the fifth-highest scoring offense into this contest while the Cornhuskers has held each of their last four opponents to more then 14 points below their season's average. Take NEBRASKA!

Xavier at Colorado 9:00 ET

Buffaloes (+) over Musketeers- The No. 14 ranked Musketeers incurred their first loss along with the first true road game Saturday at Baylor and might very well experience the same result tonight at Colorado. Xavier has been highly touted but have yet to show what is truly expected by them as they are shooting just 44.8 percent as a team and played weak defense against Baylor is the second half getting blown out by 18 points in the final 20 minutes. Take COLORADO! 

Georgia Tech at VCU 7:00 ET

Rams (-) over Yellow Jackets- Does this really look right to you? I mean here is Virginia Commonwealth coming off an 18-point loss where they managed just 46 points offensively and now they are double-digit favorites over Georgia Tech. The Rams are undefeated (3-0) at home while the Yellow Jackets who have dropped their last two are 0-2 on the road. This 'price' seems so high that I must respect the odds-makers opinion. Take VCU! 

Florida vs. Duke 9:00 ET

Gators (+) over Blue Devils- Two well balanced, well coached clubs will show what they have at Madison Square Garden tonight in what is the Jimmy V Classic in New York. Florida who has just one loss (Gonzaga 77-72) and have had six different leading scorers in eight games while Duke has been slowed by injuries to Grayson Allen but they have still had five double-digit scorers in seven of its nine games. We may see these two play later again this post-season but for tonight it will be close. Take FLORIDA! 

Phoenix at Utah 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Jazz- The Utah are playing their best ball of the season and have won six of their last seven as Gordon Hayward has scored 20-points or more in eight straight games. Phoenix has had problems on the road (if not everywhere) winning just 3-of-12 and lost all four meetings with the Jazz last season. The Suns are off a beating by Golden State on Saturday and will put forth a huge effort here to appear more professional. Take PHOENIX!

San Antonio at Minnesota 8:00 ET

T'wolves (+) over Spurs- The Spurs have walked a tightrope winning 13 straight road games but have not been a money maker against the number having four their last four ATS. San Antonio has won the past seven meetings with five of those wins coming by 20 points or more. Minnesota ended a four game losing streak with a win over Charlotte and have a 'new' spark in Karl-Anthony Towns who is averaging 31.3 points and 13.7 rebounds in his last three games. Take TIMBERWOLVES!

New York at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat over Knicks- Two up and coming men in the middle with face off tonight when Miami' Hassan Whiteside and New York's 21-year-old Kristaps Porzingis. The Knicks have won their last three and while they are 9-3 at home they are only 2-6 on the road while the Heat have struggled at American Airlines Arena winning just two of nine. Miami won three of the four meetings last season and are in a good spot to win tonight. Take MIAMI!

Charlotte at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Hornets- 'We' helped the struggling Mavericks out by posting them as a 'Highest-Rated' release Saturday as they pounded the Bulls 107-82. With the return of Andrew Bogut the Mavericks can see daylight and with the impending arrival of the injured Dirk Nowitzki spirits have been lifted. The Hornets are playing six of their next eight on the road headed to the holidays These two played last Thursday in Charlotte as the Hornets (-11) won 97-87 with Dallas getting the money. They do it again here. Take DALLAS! 

Boston at Houston 8:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Rockets- Houston is off two impressive road wins defeating Golden State in double-overtime and then pounded the Nuggets in Denver the next night and return home to host the Celtics who struggled in their one-point win over Philadelphia Saturday night. These two clubs are a contrast in styles as the Rockets will run and gun all four quarters while the Celtics play a slower tempo and concentrate on defense. Celtics are 7-4 on the road and get the money here. Take BOSTON!

Oklahoma City at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks over Thunder- With Russell Westbrook recording five straight triple-doubles Oklahoma City has won all five games and face the Hawks who have lost six straight. The Thunder are a high energy team and so far this season they are 0-3 in the second of back-to-back contests and the home team has won the last five in this series. Dwight Howard still can't shoot free throws in Atlanta but he is recording double-double consistently. Take ATLANTA! 

Sacramento at New York 7:30 ET

Kings (+) over Knicks- 'Break-up the Knicks'...after two straight wins over Minnesota New York will host the lowly Sacramento Kings who have shown life by winning 3-of-6. The Kings won both meetings last year as DeMarcus Cousins schooled their rookie center 19 year old Kristaps Porzingis and this season have added center Joakim Noah to help but that has been a bust as Noah remains injured. Take SACRAMNETO!

Miami at Portland 10:00 ET

Heat (+) over Trailblazers- The Miami Heat have managed to win their last two on the road and with a banged up squad make it to Portland their last stop on their western road trip. The Heat have a flock of injuries themselves but their bench scored 55 points in their win at Utah. Portland hasn't played much defense at home allowing 115 points per game but have managed to go 6-4 while playing as hosts. Tonight this comes down to the final buzzer making the points good. Take MIAMI!

Chicago at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Bulls- The Mavericks are off to a franchise worst 3-15 and will be without their All-star forward Dirk Nowitzki but, that really doesn't mean much has he has played just five games and they are 0-5 in those contests. Chicago has a number of new faces this season and they came together last night to up end the Cavaliers 111-105 last night. With the Bulls 6-1 ATS on the road this is a very short number and the Bulls have a let down. Take the MAVERICKS!

L.A. Lakers at Memphis 8:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Grizzlies- The much improved L.A. Lakers are off their worst loss of the season a 113-80 beating at Toronto last night where only one [layer scored in double-figures. Under new head coach Luke Walton the young Lakers have shown resiliency after bad losses. Memphis is banged up as are the Lakers and have won five straight at home against Los Angeles. But, this is a different Lakers squad and they will put forth a huge effort tonight to atone for last night's performance. Take LOS ANGELES! 

Houston at Denver 10:30 ET

Nuggets (-) over Rockets- Is there something wrong here? It sure looks like it to me. I mean here are the 7-11 Nuggets who have lost 3-of-4 a favorite at home where they are 3-6 on the season against Houston who just beat Golden State. The Rockets are rejuvenated this season under Mike D'Antoni and are 3-1 on this road trip and have won six of eight and come up an underdog here. Maybe last night's double-overtime win at Golden State has them gloating and patting themselves on the back because the 'line' tells me that they are in trouble tonight. Take DENVER!

Detroit at Atlanta 8:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Hawks- These to clubs are currently headed in opposite directions as the Pistons have won four of their last five while the Hawks have lost four straight and seven of the last eight. The current Detroit win streak has them playing with confidence (as it should) These two split their two games in Atlanta last season while the Hawks are 6-2 at home this time around. The addition of Dwight Howard causes the same problems that he has always had. It is difficult to play him during 'crunch time' as his brutal free throw shooting deflates his teammates. Take DETROIT! 

Minnesota at New York 7:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Knicks- These two clubs have been very disappointing against the 'number' this season and much more was expected of the Timberwolves with their good young talent and 'new' coach Tom Thibodeau. The Knicks won 106-104 at Minnesota on Wednesday as Karl-Anthony Towns busted out with 47 points and 18 rebounds in a losing cause. So, here are the Knicks who just beat the Wolves on their floor returning home where they are 7-3 on the season and they are such a meager favorite. This 'number; tell me the visitor has a chance to win here. Take MINNESOTA!

Houston at Golden State 10:30 ET

Rockets (+) over Warriors- All that talk about being able to share the basketball once Kevin Durant joint the Warriors has calmed down as they have won 12 straight. Golden State dispatched Houston in five games in the first round of the NBA playoffs last season in five games and have found their rhythm. With Mike D'Antoni restructuring the Rockets offense James Harden now leads the NBA in assists but they still don't defend well allowing opponents to shoot 46.5 percent (27th in NBA). Still, Houston can put up enough points to get the money. Take WARRIORS!

L.A. Clippers at Cleveland 8:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Cavaliers- After a franchise-best 14-2 start the Los Angeles Clippers have dropped their last three and are at Cleveland against the World Champs who just got blown out at Milwaukee. Both coaches Tyronn Lue of the Cavaliers and Doc Rivers of the Clippers read the riot act to their respective teams because of their recent performances. The Cavs have had their way with the Clippers at home winning 18 of the last 21 meetings as hosts and the last four meetings by an average of 13.3 points. With the line at around 5-points is telling you that the Clippers are coming to play. Take LOS ANGELES!

Atlanta at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Hawks- It seems like the desert is the place to go to end losing streaks as both Minnesota and Denver won in Phoenix the last two contests and now Atlanta thinks that it is their turn. The Hawks have dropped their last three and six of seven while the Suns have lost their last two. These teams split the two meetings last year with the Suns covering both meetings and they do it again here. Take PHOENIX! 

Miami at Denver 9:00 ET

Heat (+) over Nuggets- What a transformation has happen to the Miami Heat as the glory days are a thing of the past as LeBron James, and Dwayne Wade left of other clubs and Chris Bosh is just not able to get back on the court with blood clot issues. Miami has dropped four of five after starting the season 2-10. Denver meanwhile is just 3-5 at home at what was once considered the strongest home court advantage in the NBA. The Heat have won the last three meetings and will get the cash tonight. Take MIAMI! 

Washington at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Thunder- Points guards will be on display tonight in Oklahoma City where triple-double machine Russell Westbrook will be opposed by and John Wall as well as shooting guard Bradley Beal. Washington was off to a slow start with Beal nursing an injury but have turned thing around with his return to the lineup winning three of their last four games. Wizards coach Scott Brooks returns to OKC as a visiting coach posted a 338-207 record with the Thunder before getting let go. Motivation in the key here for Washington and as they have dropped four straight to OKC and six of the last seven. Still, tonight it is...WASHINGTON!

Houston at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Rockets- It is a different season and the Rockets who were so disappointing last season have taken off under 'new' coach Mike DiAntonio 'let-it-fly' philosophy. They have scored at least 10 3-point baskets in 16 straight games while Utah leads the NBA in scoring defense allowing just 93.4 points per game. With the return of point guard George Hill for the Jazz they have won their last three and look to avenge a loss at Houston 10-days ago. The Rockets won four of six meetings last year and this time it is win time for the Jazz. Take UTAH!

Cleveland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Cavaliers- The World Champion Cleveland Cavaliers look even better this year then last and have won four straight. The Cavaliers have shown great balance lead by LeBron James unselfishness averaging 9.7 assists to go with 23.6 points and 8.4 rebounds. After dropping their first meeting last season the Cavs won the next three on their way to the NBA championship. I expect a huge effort out of the Bucks and for this one to go down to the final buzzer. Take MILWAUKEE!

Detroit at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Hornets- When the Hornets moved to the favorite on the road last night 'we' posted them as a Best bet and they rewarded us with a convincing 104-84 win. Their opponent tonight the Piston have struggled on the road where they are 1-8 both straight-up and against the points. Coach Stan Van Gundy has made it known that 'they are going to play better on this road trip.' With point guard Reggie Jackson ready to return the Pistons surprise the Hornets tonight. Take DETROIT!

Charlotte at Memphis 8:05 ET

Hornets (+) over Grizzlies- These two met last Monday in Charlotte and the Grizzlies behind Mike Conley who scored 31 points in a 105-90 win. Memphis has now won seven of eight and are playing some of the best defense in the league. The Grizzlies are second in NBA scoring defense allowing just 96.9 points per contest. Kemba Walker scored just 12 points in his match-up against Conley last week and I expect a huge turn-around for him and the Hornets. Take CHARLOTTE!

Boston at Miami 7:35 ET

Heat (+) over Celtics- With the return of Al Horford and Jae Crowder the Celtics ran off three straight wins before the Spurs halted their run on Friday. Miami who is just 2-6 at home has had trouble scoring points without Goran Dragic in the line-up but he returns tonight. With his absence Dion Waiters has picked up the slack scoring 18.8 points in his last eight games. Boston won all three meetings last season and the Heat get this first one this season. Take MIAMI!

Sacramento at Washington 7:00 ET

Kings (+) over Wizards- This is the second of seven straight road games for Sacramento who opened this trip with a 122-105 win over Brooklyn yesterday behind DeMarcus Cousins 37 points. Last year the home team won and covered both meetings and the Wizards have won nine of its last 11 at home versus the Kings. Washington is just 4-5 at home and these two should play even tonight which gives advantage to the points. Take SACRAMENTO!

New Orleans at Portland 10:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Trailblazers- New Orleans started the season with eight straight losses and have been scrambling ever since winning six of their last eight including their last four. Portland has dropped their last two and five of their last six and defense seems to be their issue. The Blazers allow 118 points per contest. The Pelicans are 4-0 since the return of Jrue Holiday and have Anthony Davis who is dominating on both end of the floor. Take NEW ORLEANS! 

Toronto at Milwaukee 8:05 ET

Bucks (+) over Raptors- This is the last stop for Toronto on their five-game road trip where they have split 2-2 but are 1-3 ATS. Milwaukee is fighting to reach .500 and a win here would get them there. The Bucks have dropped five of their last seven but are coming off a win over Orlando 93-89 where Giannis Antetokounmpo has a triple double with 21 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists along with five steals and three blocked shots. The Raptors have the leagues leading scorer in DeMar DeRozan but have cooled off after a quick start. Take MILWAUKEE!

Washington at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Wizards- There is no doubt the Wizards have one of the best back court combos in the NBA with Bradley Beal (20.2 pts) and JohnWall (23.5 pts) but have been hampered by injuries to their forwards Markieff Morris and Otto Porter. Orlando has had problems scoring ranking 30th in field goal percentage and 29th in scoring while winning six of 15 games. Washington has yet to win a game on the road and they struggle here. Take the MAGIC!

Toronto at Houston 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Rockets- The Raptors were off to a great start (7-2) as they opened fast with DeMar DeRozan leading the league in scoring and then they took to the road and his production fell. Houston won both meetings last season and now that James Harden is leading the way under offensive minded coach Mike D'Antoni's he is dominating the ball and play. Losers of their last two the Raptors will put it together tonight against a clubs that has won their last three. Tonight fortunes reverse themselves. Take TORONTO! 

Miami at Detroit 7:30 ET

Heat (+) over Pistons- Last season both these clubs were point spread darlings but this season is a whole different story. Miami has dropped seven of their last nine and are off a loss to Philadelphia while Detroit has dropped four in-a-row the last two at home by 2-points each. Two of the league's best rebounder will face off as Hassan Whiteside (15-9) and Andre Drummond (13.9) go head-to-head. The problem for the Pistons down the stretch of games is their weak free throw shooting and yet the Heat are even worse (65.8%) which is last in the NBA. Still, tonight it is MIAMI!

San Antonio at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Spurs- So Spurs coach Gregg Popovich is not happy with his team's performance in their last contest a 96-91 win over Dallas which was his club's sixth straight victory. Meanwhile Hornets' coach Steve Clifford has a squad that has dropped their last two and four of their last six and says his team is learning and hopes to get better. These two split their two meetings last season with the Hornets win ending a 10-game losing streak to the Spurs with a 91-88 home win. San Antonio is 7-0 on the road and 5-2 ATS but after the Hornets terrible effort last time out they win here. Take CHARLOTTE!

Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Thunder- The Thunder certainly have the most exciting player in the league in Russell Westbrook but after a quick start to the NBA season (6-0) they have fallen six of their last nine as Westbrook throws up shots from anywhere on the court. Yes, he is a huge assists man but there are five players and the Thunder are just not well balanced. The Lakers on the other hand are young and spirited looking to prove that they belong. OKC has won the last nine meetings but will be facing a different Lakers squad this time out. Take LOS ANGELES!

Chicago at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Bulls- The Chicago Bulls have gone 5-1 straight-up and 6-0 ATS in their last six as they enter Denver for their fourth road game in a six-game trip. The Nuggets has split their last four straight-up but are 4-0 ATS while the Bulls are not only 0-4 in their last four meetings with Denver but also 0-4 ATS in their last four trips the 'Mile-High City.' Denver who has one of the strongest home court advantages in the NBA is just 2-4 at home and I expect that to improved starting tonight. Take DENVER!

Towson at Boston College 7:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Eagles- Boston College who opened the season with a loss to Nicholls ended a 20-game losing streak by defeating Maryland Eastern Shore and Stony Brook winning their last two. Towson took No. 23 Maryland down to the final horn Sunday losing by three and are 2-1 on the season. Rebounding will be the key for Towson as they grabbed 17 offensive boards in each of their last two games and have out-rebounded 22 consecutive opponents. The Eagles have won their last two but they are 335 among 349 Division I teams shooting 56.9 percent from the free throw line. Take TOWSON! 

Boston at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Celtics- The Celtics are getting healthy as Al Horford has returned from a concussion and Jae Crowder is back as they missed a combined 17 games. Minnesota who has traded wins and losses in their last six games are off their worst performance of the season scoring only 71 points Saturday against Memphis. Lat year's Rookie of the Year Karl-Anthony Towns berated his teammates after that loss as he saw a lack of commitment in their attitude. The Timberwolves were second in the NBA in scoring before their collapse against the Grizzlies as these two teams have split their last eight meetings with the home team winning four times. I expect Thibodeau to have the young Wolves ready. Take MINNESOTA!

Orlando at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Magic (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee who was the first team to defeat Golden State last season almost turned the trick again Saturday before losing 124-121. The was the Bucks third straight loss as they look to reverse their fortunes against an Orland team that has lost five of their last six after starting 5-2. The all-time series is ties at 50 wins apiece with the home team winning and 'covering' the last four. Despite their losses of late the Magic have held their last three opponents under 90 points. Take ORLANDO!

Houston at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Rockets- The Pistons are following a pattern that affects most NBA middle-of-the-road clubs ads they play well at home and usually fail on the road. Detroit os 5-1 when playing as hosts but only 1-7 when playing on the road. Houston has the surprise assist leader in James Harden who dishes 13.5 passing for scores on the road where he is shooting 49.3 percent. The Pistons have dropped four of their last six but have won the last two meetings against the Rockets and win again here tonight. Take DETROIT.

Toronto at Sacramento 9:00 ET

Kings (+) over Raptors- Sacramento has been good to 'us' their last two times out coming from behind to 'cover' in both contests after trailing in the fourth quarter by 17 and 19 points against the Spurs and Clippers. The strange fact about this match-up is that the Kings have won the last three meetings including 96-91 victory in Toronto two weeks ago. Sacramento has dropped their last four games and will turn to a 'small' lineup with Cousins, one forward and three guards. This is the second of a five-game road trip for the Raptors who won in overtime at Denver on Friday and will come up short tonight. Take the KINGS!

Xavier vs. Northern Iowa 7:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Musketeers- This is the championship game in the Puerto Rico Tip Off where No. 9 Xavier will play Northern Iowa that is being played in Orlando, Florida. (Go figure) Xavier won the AdvoCare Invitational on this same court (HP Field House) last season. The Panthers have the Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year in guard Jeremy Morgan who averages 16 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.3 steals while forward Bennett Koch does the dirty work inside. This time it's NORTHERN IOWA!

Golden State at Milwaukee 8:30 ET

Bucks (+) over Warriors- The last time that the Golden State Warriors made a visit to Milwaukee they were 24-0. The the unthinkable happened, the Bucks handed the Warriors their first loss (108-95) of the year. Milwaukee has dropped four of their last five including a 96-73 loss their last time out in Miami. Golden State has won their last six and five of the last six meetings but really won't take Milwaukee as a major threat. Take the BUCKS! 

Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Grizzlies- The Minnesota Timberwolves may well be the most over-rated team in the NBA as the odds-makers are giving them a whole lot of respect. Memphis comes home with a 7-5 record and are off a total annihilation of Dallas allowing just 64 points. The point here is that the 4-7 Wolves are favored at Memphis which does not seem right when you consider the Griz are 11-4 ATS at home in back-to-back encounters. These two have met twice already this season with the home team taking both contests. This time the tables turn. Take MINNESOTA!

Miami at Washington 7:00 ET

Heat (+) over Wizards- The Wizards finally put together some offense as John Wall and Bradley Beal played together for only the second time this season. Miami on the other hand just ended a six game losing streak and they haven't scored 100 points in any of their last seven games. Defense is the key for the Heat and Hassan Whiteside has established himself as a major shot blocking force and the Heat will stay close. Take MIAMI!

L.A. Clippers at Sacramento 10:30 ET

Kings (+) over Clippers- The Clippers have been dominating the league to date but had their seven-game winning streak stopped in Memphis on Wednesday while Sacramento has dropped their last three. Los Angeles is 5-0 on the road and have won six of the past seven meetings while the Kings have lost their last three. Sacramento seems to have difficulty playing a full 48-minutes as they have 'dead' periods during the game where they seem to lose their focus. Coach Dave Joeger has addressed the issue and expects a better and complete effort. Take SACRAMENTO!

Toronto at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors are trying to get to the upper level and join the league's elite but have shown that they have a way to go coming off consecutive losses against Cleveland and Golden State. Now, they start a five-game road trip and travel to Denver where the 'mile high' air makes it difficult to overcome the weakest of opposition. The Nuggets have posted three of their four wins on the road while the Raptors have won three-of-four on the road. I believe these numbers will move to the center. Take DENVER!

Portland at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Trailblazers- New Orleans may have the 'best' all-round playing in the NBA with Anthony Davis but they have the league's worst record. The injury bug continues to haunt the Pelicans but they will see the return of point guard Jrue Holiday who has been dealing with family health problems. Portland who has won eight of the past 10 meetings has dropped their last two including a loss 126-109 loss at Houston last night. This time around take NEW ORLEANS! 

Philadelphia at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over 76ers- The Timberwolves are young and coach Tom Thibodeau is getting impatient waiting for his young squad to play like professionals on a daily basis. Philadelphia who has enough 'young' players of their own posted just their 2nd win in 11 tries last night and have won three of the last four against the Wolves but are 0-4 on the road this season. Philadelphia's Joel Embiid is finally on the floor after two years of rehab although playing every other game he leads the team in scoring and will be available tonight. Minnesota's talent is raw but it is there. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! 

New York at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards over Knicks- Washington was a playoff team last season but haven't shown much this year as they have won just two-of-10 and were defeated by the lowly 76ers last night. New York on the other hand took care of business last night against the Pistons winning at home 105-102. Wizards new coach Scotty Brooks looks to have his club improve its defense and loves the guard combo of John Wall and Bradley Beal (when healthy) with a club that has won six of their last seven meetings against the Knicks!. Take WASHINGTON!

San Antonio at Sacramento 10:30 ET

Kings (+) over Spurs- The Spurs who were 40-1 at home last season are just 3-3 as hosts this season but they are a perfect 5-0 on the road. This is already the second meeting between these two in Golden 1 Center as the Spurs and Kings opened the season here as San Antonio won their sixth straight in the series 102-94 as an 8.5-point favorite. This time they are a the lowest point-spread that they have been favored in their last eight visits. Sacramento has dropped their last two but has had five days to get ready for this contest. Take the KINGS! 

Golden State at Toronto 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Warriors- It looks like the Warriors are starting to put 'it' together as they have reeled off four straight wins averaging 122.5 points as it starts a four-game road trip north of the boarder in Toronto. The Raptors who are trying to break into elite status lost at NBA Champion Cleveland last night and now host the league's runner-up. Last season Golden State won both meetings but the Raptors as underdogs got the money both times. This time out they will get more then the money as an outright win is very likely. Take TORONTO!  

Chicago at Portland 10:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Trailblazers- In some early season games it appeared that the Trailblazers were more concerned with scoring points then playing any defense while the Bulls are strength is their defense with 'new' guards Dwayne Wade and Rajon Rondo. They have a true NBA star with Jimmy Butler taking the lead scoring 37 points in their 106-95 win over Washington on Sunday. I expect a huge effort from the Bulls here. Take CHICAGO! 

Kansas vs. Duke 9:30 ET

Jayhawks (+) over Blue Devils- Two of the nation's more storied college basketball programs as Duke and Kansas will face off in New York's Champions Classic in New York's Madison Square Garden. The Blue Devils opened against a pair of 'cupcakes' defeating Marist and Grand Canyon while Kansas was taken down by Indiana 103-99 in overtime in Honolulu Friday. Having played a big-time school like Indiana gives the Jayhawks and edge in what to expect from top competition while the Devils will be hard pressed. Take KANSAS! 

Atlanta at Miami 7:35 ET

Heat (+) over Hawks- Without Dwyane Wade the Miami Heat (2-7) haven't shown much aside from Hassan Whiteside who has eight double-doubles and nine straight double-digit rebound games. Atlanta has won their last four including a win at Cleveland with newly acquired Dwight Howard leading the way. The Hawks have 'covered' seven of their first nine while Miami is just 2-4 ATS in their last six. With the Heat returning home its time for the rolls to swing back toward the center. Take MIAMI!

Toronto at Cleveland 7:05 ET

Raptors (+) over Cavaliers- The last time I remember DeMar DeRozan he was choking his way their the 2016 NBA playoffs and now he is the league's leading scorer and 'Player of the Week. The Cavaliers defeated the Raptors in the season opener at Toronto 94-91 as a 3-point favorite as DeRozan scored 32 points while LeBron James is just playing his normal all-round great games night after night. Toronto has won three straight and is 3-0 on the road. This one should come down to the final buzzer. Take the RAPTORS! 

Oklahoma City at Detroit 7:35 ET

Pistons (-) over Thunder- Oklahoma City was off to the quick start (5-0) without Kevin Durant as Russell Westbrook was posting Triple-doubles on a daily basis. The Thunder have cooled off as a team losing four of their last five but Westbrook remains the same posting a 'Triple' last night in their 119-117 loss to Orlando. Detroit who is 4-0 at home finally posted a road win in their sixth try against Denver Saturday as they had six players score in double figures. The Pistons have had balanced scoring all season and a team will defeat an individual every time (see Wilt Chamberlin). Take DETROIT!

Villanova at Purdue 7:00 ET

Boilermakers (+) over Wildcats- Last year's National Champion Villanova open the season with a rout of Lafayette 88-48 as they led 49-17 at the half. Purdue who starts the season in the Top-20 out-ran McNeese State in their opener 109-65. There is a contrast between these two as the Wildcats have a talented back court as where the Boilermakers have an impressive front line with Caleb Swanigan (23 points, 20 rebounds vs. McNeese) and Vince Edwards. Purdue has a point guard of their own as well with Jalen Brunson and can muster up a win at home. Take PURDUE!

L.A. Lakers at Minnesota 7:05 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Lakers- The Lakers closed last season with 13 straight road losses and opened this season with three more road losses but have turned things around winning their last three away from home highlighted by lat night's 126-99 rout of the Pelicans at New Orleans. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves have yet to find themselves under new coach Tom Thibodeau as they come off a home loss last night to the L.A. Clippers. Ricky Rubio returned to the line-up after a five-game absence due to an elbow injury and he help fill the void created by rookie Kris Dunn's weak performances (4-22 shooting). With these team arrantly headed in opposite directions I think it odd that Minnesota is the favorite. I look for them to respond with a home win tonight. Take MINNESOTA!  

Detroit at Denver 9:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Nuggets- Detroit is winless on the road going 0-5 away from home where they are 4-0 while the Nuggets are 0-2 at home so something has got to give here. One of the Pistons home wins came at the hands of the Suns as a 4.5 point favorite winning 103-86. Detroit center Andre Drummond had 20 rebounds and 19 points in the first meetings and the Nuggets center Nurkic just can't handle the 'big' guy. Looking for more of the same here. Take the PISTONS!

Brooklyn at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Nets (+) over Suns- Phoenix finds themselves in the rare position as a favorite after they defeated the Piston 107-100 on Wednesday while Brooklyn started their five-game road trip with a loss in New York to the Knicks 110-96. Brooklyn has had difficulties scoring baskets but that should be relieved somewhere here as the Suns are ranked 29th in points allowed an average of 113 per contests. Despite their loss to the Knicks the Nets are 6-2 ATS and they are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings with the Suns including two outright wins last season. Take BROOKLYN!

L.A. Clippers at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Clippers- The L.A. Clippers are off to the best start in franchise history having won eight of their first nine to open the season and are coming off a hard fought 110-108 victory at Oklahoma City last night. They also have had their way against the Timberwolves winning 15 of the last 16 meetings straight-up and going 12-2 ATS in their last 14 in Minnesota. The Wolves did just record their first road win of the start as they start a four-game home stand. Under new coach Tom Thibodeau to guild their young talent with Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns and Zack LaVine the T'wolves are growing fast. This time around the home team gets the money. Take MINNESOTA!

Sacramento at Portland 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Trailblazers- Most of the time when a club loses by 30 points or more (111-80) like Portland did against the Clippers on Wednesday I look to play on them their next time out. But, their opponent the Sacramento Kings were blown out by 20-points in the second half of their last game in a home loss to the Lakers. Portland swept the series last season winning all for meetings and have won the past six encounters. DeMarcus Cousins has scored 20 or more points in eight games and feels the Kings went 'soft' in their second half collapse. Take SACRAMENTO!

Chicago at Miami 8:00 ET

Heat over Bulls- Tonight marks the return to Miami of three-time NBA Heat Champion Dwyane Wade who makes his first visit since signing with the Bulls in the odd season. Both clubs enter this fray having lost four of their last five. The Heat won all four meetings last season including two win at home by 22 and eight points. Even though Miami's offense has struggled at time they have a center piece that is a force difficult to deal with in Hassan Whiteside who leads the Heat in scoring, rebounding and blocked shots. TAKE MIAMI!

Brooklyn at New York 7:00 ET

Knicks (-) over Nets- So the 2-4 New York Knicks are a huge favorite against a team (Brooklyn) that has a better record and no team discord. New York has been blown out three of their four home games at Madison Square Garden as the Jeff Hornacek's version off the 'Triangle' has not been effective. The series has been played to a virtual tie as the Knicks lead the series 92-91. With the addition of Derrick Rose, Jokin Noah to go along with Carmelo Anthony and Kristaps Porzingis the Knicks have more fire-power. Take NEW YORK!

Dallas at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Lakers- The Los Angeles Lakers have won three straight and are above .500 for the first time since December 2013 while Dallas managed their first win of the season on Sunday over Milwaukee and now stand 1-5 on the campaign. The Mavericks who has dominated the Lakers in recent season have won 10 straight in the series and held the Lakers to just 88.3 points while sweeping three games last year. Defense was the key to the Mav's only win as they held the Bucks to 75 points in their overtime win. Take DALLAS!  

Miami at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Thunder- Both the Heat and Thunder have something missing this year and it is a pair of 'superstars' that are missing. Oklahoma City of course is without Kevin Durant and Miami is without Dewayne Wade. Oddly enough both clubs have players remaining that put up multiple triple-double performances. The Thunder of course have Russell Westbrook a triple-double machine while the Heat have Hassan Whiteside whose triple-doubles include blocked shots. Miami has dropped three of their last four while OKC just rebounded from their first loss at Golden State with a 112-92 win over Minnesota. This time it's Miami that bounces back. Take the HEAT!  

L.A. Clippers at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Spurs- San Antonio is play the second of back-to-back contest with the first one being played in Utah last night. Los Angeles also had a game last night a 99-88 win at Memphis. It is being such a shot hope from Tennessee to Texas the Clippers wont have any travel lag. San Antonio who lost only one home game all of last season is such a meager favorite here it gives thought that the Clippers could win here. Take LOS ANGELES!

Sacramento at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Kings (+) over Bucks- Sacramento has already dropped the first three games on their five-game road trip as they are playing their sixth game in nine days this early in the season. Milwaukee has put together a pair of wins as the 'Greek Freak' has averaged 24 points, 8.8 rebounds and 6.3 assists, but he will be up against DeMarcus Cousins. Even without Darren Collison serving an eight-game suspension Sacramento is ready to win here. Take the KINGS!  

Minnesota at Oklahoma City 6:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Thunder- The Timberwolves have been a disappointment so far as 'new' coach Tom Thibodeau goes with four starters age 22 or younger with Kris Dunn playing the point. Oklahoma City surprised most when they jumped out and won their first four games until visiting Golden State on Thursday a 122-96 blowout loss. Russell Westbrook averaged 37.8 points for the first four games but slumped badly shooting just 4-of-15 after missing 27 shots the game before. Minnesota posted a 36-point win over Memphis om Tuesday and proved they are capable. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!

San Antonio at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Spurs- Now, this is a tricky one. The Spurs who lost one home game the entire 2015-16 season (even better then the record setting Warriors) have already received their first home defeat of the season and it was inflicted by Utah on Tuesday. San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich was upset with his teams effort ending a 10 game winning streak against Utah. Now, most would expect the Spurs to garner a measure of revenge here but the odds makers are giving the Jazz a chance once again with this extremely low line. Tony Parker will be out for this game and the Jazz once again take advantage. Take UTAH!  

Portland at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Trailblazers- The Mavericks have yet to win a game on Dirk Nowitzki's farewell tour and new accusations Harrison Barnes and Andrew Bogut haven't helped much. Nowitzki is back from a two-game absence due to Achilles tendon issue. The Mavericks have won four of the last six meetings and the entire squad is chomping to post their first win of the season. Portland has dropped their last two as they blew a seven-point lead late in the fourth quarter at Phoenix on Wednesday. I expect Dallas to come up big here. Take the MAVERICKS!   

New York Knicks at Chicago 8:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Bulls- The city of Chicago still has a hangover from the Cubs World Series win and even the Bulls have been affected. Their will be a championship parade today to celebrate the end of the 108 year 'curse' and the Bulls can't help but get caught up in it. New York may have a 'new' look this season with the addition of former Bulls Derek Rose and Joakim Noah along with coach Jeff Hornacek but the look the same on the court. The Knicks are struggling on defense and that just takes more effort according to coach Hornacek. This time New York comes to play on both ends of the court. Take the KNICKS!

Indiana at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Pacers- Interesting matchup between a pair of 2-2 clubs that has the Indiana Pacers with a healthy Paul George and a 'new' look Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks acquired center Greg Monroe during the off season but he hasn't received much playing time (less then 20 minutes per game) because Miles Plumlee gets the playing time and they use John Hanson when it comes crunch time to play defense. But, the key here is Giannis Antetokoumpo who is averaging 36 points per game. Take the home club...MILWAUKEE!  

Oklahoma City at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Clippers (-) over Thunder- This is a battle of early season unbeaten's as both clubs started fast and are 3-0. The storyline for Oklahoma City is the departure of Kevin Durant and the triple-double season possibilities for Russell Westbrook. Although he is shooting only 44% from the field and the fact that he took 44 shots and missed 27 shots doesn't seem to bother Westbrook as he has no conscience offensively. L.A. Has been a bridesmaid of late as late season injuries have hurt their cause. Tonight they are healthy and romp. Take the CLIPPERS!  

Portland at Phoenix 10:00 ET

Suns (+) over Trailblazers- The Suns have yet to win a game but their opponents were three of the NBA's better teams as they lost to the Thunder, Warriors and Clippers. Phoenix has the benefit of playing a team the second night of back-to-back games as the Trailblazers were pounded by Golden State last night. The Suns did manage to win two-of-three last season and look to post their first win of the season tonight. Take PHOENIX!  

Detroit at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Pistons- Like so many other NBA teams the Pistons look like a different animal when they play at home where they are 3-0 or on the road where they are 0-1. The Nets have managed to split two home games but are off a terrible effort om Monday losing to Chicago 118-88. Brooklyn who was last in offensive field goal percentage in the NBA last season is still having difficulties putting the ball in the basket going 5-of-31 with 3-pointers last time out. Still, look for a solid effort here and the home court to aid the Nets cause. Take BROOKLYN!

Golden State at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- Golden State has rebounded from their opening night loss to San Antonio with two wins over New Orleans and Phoenix. Portland was eliminated from the NBA Playoff by the Warriors last spring in a series where Damian Lillard averaged 31.8 points and 7.6 assists and now it's 35 points and 5.3 assists this season. After 73 wins this season the Warriors have yet to bring things together with the addition of Kevin Durant and still look a bit disconnected. Take PORTLAND!

Milwaukee at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Pelicans- It is a bit strange that New Orleans has the league's leading scorer in forward Anthony Davis and have yet to post a victory (0-3). Milwaukee has posted one win in their three contests aided by Giannis Antetokounmpo who should have a decided advantage over the Pelicans center Omar Asik who is averaging 1.3 points and 3.7 rebounds. Going back to last season New Orleans has dropped their last eight including a loss to the Bucks. Take MILWAUKEE!  

Sacramento at Miami 7:30 ET

Kings (+) over Heat- Miami opened the season with a road win at Orlando but have fallen two straight games at home in American Airlines Arena. The Kings are 2-2 and are off a loss at Atlanta where center DeMarcus Cousins had limited playing time due to foul trouble. Tonight presents a true throwback match-up as Miami's Hassan Whiteside emerges as one of the the better true centers and Cousins clash.The Heat are last in the NBA free throw shooting percentage and that hurts in games when laying points. Take SACRAMENTO!

Memphis at New York 7:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Knicks- So, the 'new' group of underachieving 'Super Stars' are playing in Madison Square Garden and New Yorkers are a gaga. The lady may sing but this group just hasn't put it together. The Derek Rose trial is behind him and them as he missed crucial per-season time and former and new team mate Joakiam Noah went scoring in his Knocks debut. Memphis was without two starters in their opening night victory over Minnesota but Tony Allen and Chandler Parsons (former Knick) will be ready tonight. Take MEMPHIS!  

Golden State at New Orleans 9:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Warriors- My first instinct was to take Golden State to bounce back from their beating opening night to San Antonio, then I realized that everybody else was probably thinking the same thing. I remember Cassius had that 'lean and hungry look...he thinks too much' , and that might be happening to the Warriors. Is their chemistry dead, probably not, is it different it certainly is and will it get better, yes in time. But, not soon enough to get past Anthony Davis in New Orleans. Take the points and the PELICANS!

L.A. Lakers at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (-) over Lakers- We were able to 'clock' the Lakers in their opening win against Houston Wednesday as all of Los Angeles celebrated for Luke Walton as he is the new coaching guru in the NBA. The new and improved Lakers may be without Kobe Bryant but even the discussion or thoughts of him are now gone. Utah opened the season at Portland Tuesday and were handed a 114-106 defeat. Returning to Salt Lake City for their home opener the Jazz run down the Lakers. Take UTAH!

Cleveland at Toronto 7:05 ET

Raptors (+) over Cavaliers- The Cleveland Cavaliers opened the season by throttling the New York Knicks 117-88 on Tuesday as 'King James' started the season with a triple double recording 19 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds as he show his all-round talents. Toronto opened Wednesday with a through 109-91 victory over the Pistons. Cleveland ended the Raptors playoff hopes last season winning the series 4-2 and winning by an average 28.5 points. They did manage to win 2-of-3 during the regular season so I can see them winning here. Take TORONTO! 

San Antonio at Sacramento 10:30 ET

Kings (+) over Spurs- San Antonio opened their season (and ours) with a huge win 120-100 over Golden State and will now christen Sacramento's new arena Golden 1 Center. The Kings now only have a new arena but a new coach as well as Dave Joerger who opened the season with a 113-94 win over Phoenix last night. I realize how good the Spurs are but with that huge win over the Warriors and the knowledge that they defeated the Kings in all three meetings last year they may be a bit cocky (they have a right to be) and that doesn't work in pro sports. Take the KINGS!

Houston at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Rockets- Gone from the Rockets is Dwight Howard but do the headaches remain? Scoring machine James Harden is happy to be playing without Howard and to be coached by offensive-minded Mike D'Antoni. Luke Walton has taken over the reins for the Lakers young talent that has added veterans Luol Deng, Jose Calderon and Tim Mozgov. With D'Angelo Russell, Julius Randle and rookie forward Brandon Ingram No. 2 overall pick from Duke maturing fast. Take LOS ANGELES!

Denver at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Pelicans- It looks like the same old story in New Orleans. They have one of the best and most dynamic player in the NBA with Anthony Davis but he has trouble staying healthy and so do many of his teammates as guard Tyreke Evans has knee surgeries, Quincy Pondexter knees and Jrue Holiday who was hurt most of last season is with his ailing wife. Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry appears in be in over-his-head at times. Nuggets play together and can win here. Take DENVER!  

Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Grizzlies- This one seems a bit odd right off the bat as Memphis a playoff team last season at 42-40 is such a small favorite at home against Minnesota who won only 29 games last season. Maybe the odds makers believe the Timberwolves have improved by because of personal but because of their new coach Tom Thibodeau who of course coached the Chicago Bulls for five seasons averaging 55 wins a season. The Grizzlies have a new coach as well in David Fizdale who has to deal with three players that have maxed-out contracts. Both these clubs like to bang and play defense but Thibodeau has a tougher mentality. Take MINNESOTA!

San Antonio at Golden State 10:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Warriors- How do you improve on 73 wins? You really can't even win more even with the addition of Kevin Durant. Golden State completed the best regular season in NBA history but now they will be more focused in the post season and look to just play well and stay healthy. The 'nre; look Spurs will be without Tim Duncan for the first time in 20 years but believe me they will look and play the same as the club that won 67 games last season. If not for the Warriors record setting season the San Antonio Spurs would be discussed as one of the great NBA seasons. Warriors coach Steve Kerr admits that the Warriors are not playing together as he hopes, yet. Look for the Spurs to take this one down to the final horn. Take SAN ANTIONIO!    

Cleveland at Golden State 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- Well, we got what we wanted...a Game 7 of the NBA Finals with the biggest stars of the game facing each other in what has become a hotly contested series. With all the blowouts and non-competitive games it ends up both clubs have scored the exact number of points (something that has never happened in NBA history) as the enter the Championship game Sunday night. After Game 2 most thought the Cavaliers were dead and even more so after Game 4 as they trailed 3-1 and had to play two at Golden State. Well, what happened is LeBron James got tired of hearing all this 'shit' about who was now a better player then 'King James' and took it upon himself to 'will' this Championship for Cleveland. A win for the ages...Take the CAVALIERS!

Cleveland at Golden State 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- I know one thing, the Cavaliers just don't pass the 'eye test' when you see them play against the Warriors. They just don't seem as quick and just don't shoot the ball as well as Golden State. The trends here destroy Cleveland's chances as they are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 meetings at Golden State and they are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings while the Warriors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven NBA Championship games. The Cavaliers played one game without Kevin Love and won, this time Golden State will be without Draymond Green and that will hurt the Warriors. Take the CAVALIERS!  

Golden State at Cleveland 9:00 ET

Warriors over Cavaliers- The questions tonight are will Kevin Love be available for tonight's Game 4 in Cleveland and will the 'real' Steph Curry show up before the series is over. Without Love the Cavaliers pounded the Warriors in Game 3 by 30-points and with Love in the line-up they looked slow and deliberate in both losses which were played in Golden State which appears to be the difference as they won the first two games by a total of 48 points at home. Golden State coach Steve Kerr called his team 'soft' after the Cavaliers out-rebounded the Warriors 60-41 in Game 3 and we will see a more aggressive team this time out. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Golden State at Cleveland 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- After what I saw in Game 2 I only hope that the Cavaliers aren't as shell shocked as I am. I mean really, Cleveland put up a better fight last season without Irving and Love, who have been standing around on defense watching the Warriors run the floor. What everyone believes is that it all comes down to 'LeBron' but he just can't do it without any help. James has turned the ball over more often as he is a 'point forward' that plays the entire floor and will be involved in of the action. Coming home after getting blowout they way they did can only help. Take CLEVELAND!

Cleveland at Golden State 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- When looking at the stats of Game 1 with Golden State winning 104-89 it is shocking to see how the Warriors were able to win by 15-points with their two Super-star shooting guards scoring only 20 points between them as the Golden State beach outscored Cleveland's reserves 45-10. The Cavaliers have now lost six straight games in this series dating back to last years playoffs. Despite the result of the first game the Cavaliers are a much better team this season then last and will come up big here. Take CLEVELAND!    

Cleveland at Golden State 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- The Golden State Warriors have now won 85 games this season including the playoffs and now have just one final hurdle in order to be labelled the 'Greatest NBA Season' ever. The shooting combination of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson has never been equalled and now they for the second straight year face Cleveland in the Finals. Last season the Cavaliers were without Kevin their starting center as well as Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love. The Warriors won both meetings this season which were played before Tyron Lue took over the coaching duties. Game 1...take CLEVELAND!