Chicago at Philadelphia 1:00 ET
Bulls (+) over 76ers- This series has the No. 8 seed Philadelphia 76ers favored over the No. 1 seed Chicago Bulls as injuries are starting to mount for the Bulls. Chicago fell apart for the second in the fourth quarter for the straight game on Friday as the blew a 13 point lead with 8:00 minutes remaining as they closed the final quarter shooting 6 of 24. Chicago realizes that a loss here would put them at a 3-1 deficit and early elimination for the playoffs. Add that Bulls center Joakim Noah status is in the air will have the rest of the Bulls fighting for their playoff lives. Take CHICAGO!

San Antonio at Utah 10:00 ET
Jazz (+) over Spurs- The San Antonio Spurs have been the most impressive post season clubs since the NBA Playoffs began easily winning and 'covering' their first two meetings with Utah by 15 and 31 points in their last meeting. The last time the Spurs visited Utah they left their top three players at home and that ended an 11 game win streak. Although they won't play short-handed tonight San Antonio has had their problems in Salt Lake with full squads as the Jazz are 9-1 all-time at home against the Spurs in postseason. Coming off one of their worst post season losses in franchise history look for Utah to return home and like true professional put forth a huge effort and 'get the money.' Take the JAZZ!

Memphis at LA Clippers 4:30 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Clippers- When reviewing the statistics of Game two it's difficult to understand how the Clippers don't have a 2-0 series lead as they shot 57 percent from the floor but were pounded on the offensive boards losing that battle by a 16-4 margin. There is a conflict of trends and styles here as Los Angeles committed the second-fewest turnovers this season while Memphis lead the league in steals and forced turnovers. This number appears rather short to me as the Grizzlies are 0-4 ATS in their last four road games and only 1-3-1 ATS in their last five meetings. Vegas is giving Memphis the edge and I will stay with them. Take the GRIZZLIES!

LA Lakers at Denver 10:30 ET
Nuggets (-) over Lakers- The Lakers held serve winning the first two playoff games at home and must now travel to Denver where the Nuggets have one of the strongest advantages in the NBA. This season Denver wasn't a huge point spread winner at home but their advantage here may be in the fact that the Lakers were so bad on the road where they were just 12-21 ATS. Kobe Bryant seems especially effected in Denver (maybe because of prior crimes) as has shot only 13 of 51 from the floor including 2 of 12 from 3-point range. Take the NUGGETS!

Chicago at Philadelphia 8:00 ET
Bulls (+) over 76ers- The Chicago Bulls just fell apart in the second half against Philadelphia in Game 2 as it looked like they just could play without Derrick Rose. But, in reality that is now the case as Chicago is 18-9 without Rose this season and they even held an eight-point lead at the half. The Bulls went cold and the 76ers were blazing hot that resulted to the second half blowout win for the 76ers. Chicago was the league's top rebounding team this season and were out worked on the boards in Game 2 as Philadelphia held a 38-32 edge. That will not happen tonight. Look for the Bulls to work hard at both ends of the floor and post a win here. Take CHICAGO!

Atlanta at Boston 7:30 ET
Celtics (-) over Hawks- The Boston Celtics showed what they are made of coming through with a hard fought victory in Game 2 in Atlanta without Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo and now will host Atlanta who will not only be without All-start center AL Horford and Zaza Pachulia but now they will also be without forward Josh Smith. The Celtics missed their first 19 3-point attempts on the series and then closed by hitting three of six. Boston will be all business here. Take CELTICS!

Miami at New York Knicks 7:00 ET
Knicks (+) over Heat- The New York Knicks have lost 12 straight playoff games haven't won an NBA Playoff game in over 12 years with with the injuries piling up it certainly doesn't look like they will break that streak tonight. Miami has dominated New York in both playoff games so far and with Amar'e Stoudemire, Iman Shumpert sidelined along with Jeremy Lind the Knicks will be playing short-handed. Their injuries leave New York with only two of their starting five, Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler. Still, New York is 14-5 without Stoudemire and 20-6 ATS in their last 25 home games and 19-8 ATS in their last 27 overall. At the Madison Square Garden it New York time to rebound. Take the KNICKS!

LA Clippers at Memphis 9:30 ET
Grizzlies (-) over Clippers- The Los Angeles Clippers may have won with the largest comeback in NBA Playoff history and gain the home court advantage but they lost Caron Butler with a broken hand. The question on everyone mind is what kind of emotional state are the Grizzlies in after such a huge collapse. In the process Memphis had it's 11 game home winning streak snapped and now must regroup and realize that three teams have blow 18-point leads or greater and all three including Dallas last year made it to the NBA Finals. Look for Memphis to bounce back big-time. Take the GRIZZLIES!

Denver at LA Lakers 10:30 ET
Nuggets (+) over Lakers- Here's hoping that three is the pivol number in this series as the Lakers have now won and covered the last three and before that it was Denver that had won and covered three straight in this series. In Game 1 the Nuggets shot a dismal 25.6 percent from the field as Andrew Bynum had a record setting defensive performance with 10 blocked shots. Los Angeles is already thin at forward without World Metta Peace of Crap sidelined and will most likely be without the services of Jordan Hill who has been charged with assaulting his 'girlfriend.' With or without him on the court the Nugget will make a stand here. Take DENVER!

Dallas at Oklahoma City- 9:30 ET
Thunder (-) over Mavericks- At now time during Saturday's Game 1 did it ever appear that Oklahoma City was going to win against Dallas. Even as Kevin Durant's game winning shot left his hand he said

Orlando at Indiana 7:30 ET
Pacers (-) over Magic- Covering the points is one thing but winning outright is another and the Orlando Magic pulled off most unlikely of upsets without Dwight Howard in the opening game of this series beating the Pacers 81-77 scoring the games final 11 points. Indiana shot just 34.5 percent in Game 1 missing their final nine shots failing to score the final 4:05. Orlando is satisfied winning the first one and won't have the same intensity in Game 2. Feeling their 'backs against the wall' the Pacers respond. Take INDIANA!

Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis
Grizzlies (-) over Clippers- If defenses win championships the Memphis Grizzlies should have a chance to advance after this first round series against the Clippers. Memphis led the league in force turnovers and the home court is something that can use as they have won 11 straight at the FedEx Forum and are 26-7 straight-up as hosts. The Clippers have been in the post-season only four times since moving to Los Angeles in 1984 and they have only won one playoff series. The Grizzlies enter this contest having won four in-a-row while the Clippers have dropped their last two. Take MEMPHIS!

New York at Miami 3:30 ET
Heat (-) over Knicks- There can be no denying the Knicks are greatly improved under Mike Woodson as they are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 games and they have won and 'covered' five of their last six including their last three. Miami meanwhile, has been playing possum dropping three of the last four both straight-up and against the points and in most of those contest they have rested a least one if not all of their 'Big 3' LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. With the generous points in hand here many should feel that New York is worthy of a play as the road team is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. Don't get sucked into this trap! Miami has been in the tank for the last three weeks just waiting for the playoffs and now they are here. Take the HEAT!

Philadelphia at Milwaukee 8:00 ET
Bucks over 76ers- We have had our way with the 76ers of late and here is another 'gift' from the odds-makers as the Bucks open a huge favorite over the final seed in the East playoffs. Like so many of the other playoff clubs Philadelphia will concentrate on resting their top players and prepare themselves for the playoffs as they are 'locked' into the final spot and a win or loss will not effect their position or status. The 76ers will rest Andre Iguodala, Elton Brand and leading scorer Lou Williams. Take the BUCKS!

New Orleans at Golden State 10:30 ET
Hornets over Warriors- Can this possibly be right? Are the New Orleans Hornets who have only won 20 games the entire season be favored over the Warriors at Golden State? The Hornets are last in the Western Conference and yet they are favored and when you see the Warriors starting line-up you might start to see why. Golden State is starting four rookies and they have lost 20 of 26 since trading Monta Ellis. Eric Gordon who has missed 55 games has returned to finish the season for the Hornets and he is fresh and will make the difference. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Philadelphia at New Jersey 7:35 ET
76ERS (-) over Nets- The Philadelphia 76ers can return to the playoffs with a win tonight in New Jersey as they qualify for the finals playoff spot in the East. This game appears to be the last for the Nets in New Jersey as they expect to move to Brooklyn next season. The Nets owns a home record (9-23) that has seen them win four games less then on the road (13-19). The 76ers are 6-2 ATS in their last eight meetings with New Jersey and the favorite is also 6-2 ATS in their last eight meetings. The Nets are just looking forward to their season to end on Thursday in Toronto and have already packed their bags for summer golf. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Oklahoma City at LA Lakers 3:30 ET
Lakers (+) over Thunder- As the regular season comes to a close these two clubs are still fighting for playoff position as the Thunder are just one-half game behind San Antonio for the top spot in the West and the Lakers are in the third spot one-half game behind the Los Angels Clippers. Kobe Byant returned Friday after a seven game absence and the Lakers were destroyed by the Spurs are now seeking their first win over Oklahoma City this season as the Thunder have won both meetings. The Lakers have struggled ATS at home going 2-11 in their last 13 contests while the Thunder are 8-2 ATS against the NBA Pacific. Oddly enough both Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant have averaged 24.9 against each other but Los Angeles is looking to get things right this afternoon. Take the LAKERS!

Philadelphia at Indiana 7:05 ET
76ers (+) over Pacers- The Philadelphia 76ers need one more win or a Milwaukee Bucks loss to clinch their playoff spot while the Indiana Pacers already have the No. 3 seed locked-up. Indiana is hot going to the playoffs have won their last seven but they are only 3-8 ATS in their last 11 versus the NBA Atlantic. The 76ers meanwhile are just 5-11-1 ATS in their last 17 meetings against the Pacers and have dropped seven of their last 10 straight-up and play their final four games on the road. Philadelphia has the greater need...take the 76ERS!

Golden State at Dallas 8:30 ET
Mavericks (-) over Warriors- The trends and numbers all point to Golden State here except for one key factor. The Warriors are currently on a 11-3 ATS run in their last 14 road games and the road team is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 meetings. Many believe that the Warriors are in the 'tank' as they have lost six straight and 18 of their last 22 but they have been hit hard by injuries as both Stephen Curry and David Lee are out for the season. Dallas can clinch a playoff berth with a win tonight and they will do it easily. Take DALLAS!

L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 10:30 ET
Suns over Clippers- Both these clubs are fighting for playoff position but, it is the Suns for are fight for the final playoff spot. Steve Nash the ageless Phoenix point guard feels that this is a do-or-die contest for his clubs and vows the 'Go for broke' against the Clippers. The the All-Star break Phoenix is the winningest team in the NBA as the are 19-9 ATS in their last 28 overall and 11-3 ATS in their last 14 games at home. Take the desperate SUNS!

Oklahoma City at Phoenix 10:00 ET
Suns (+) over Thunder- The Phoenix Suns have made a run at the playoffs since the All-Star break and have won 11 of 13 at home since. They have five games remaining and four of them are at home while Oklahoma City is fight for the top spot in the West. The Thunder have won the last five in this series but the Suns are in greater need. Grant Hill is expected to play and Steve Nash is better then ever. Take PHOENIX!

Cleveland at Detroit 7:10 ET
Pistons (-) over Cavaliers- When it comes down to the final weeks of the regular season there are many factors that one must consider each teams attitude toward the final contests of the year. Some teams just play out the string while other no matter how bad their season is are professional and put together an effort that shows them worthy. The Pistons have not quit with recent wins over the Celtics and Lakers and close battles with the Heat, Spurs and Bulls. Pistons continue to play hard...take DETROIT!

Oklahoma City at LA Clippers 10:30 ET
Clippers (+) over Thunder- Interesting contest for playoff seeding as Oklahoma City has a one game lead over San Antonio for the West's top spot. Meanwhile, the upstart Clippers need a win here to clinch a playoff spot. LA pulled off a 100-98 win over the Thunder last Wednesday in Oklahoma City and have now going 20-8 ATS in the last 28 meetings. Add that LA is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games overall gives me the home team. Take LA CLIPPERS!

Denver at Houston 8:00 ET
Rockets (-) over Nuggets- These two clubs are running down the final two weeks of the season fighting for the 7th and 8th seeds in the Western Conference and they are just one game apart. A win by Denver here would give them a two game lead and the tie-breaker advantage. Look for the Rockets who have lost three straight to 'rebound' her with a convincing home win. Take HOUSTON!

Miami at New York Knicks 1:00 ET
Knicks (+) over Heat- Is this real? Are the Heat really falling apart as we watch their games daily? Or is Miami just going through the motions until the playoffs and then they will turn it on as the say. Only time and the playoffs will answer that question as their stand around (unless I have the ball) offense continues to take outside jump shots! New York have turned it around under Mike Woodson as the Knicks have moved into a more secure playoff seed as they have gone 19-7 ATS in their last 26 home games. Take the KNICKS!

Indiana at Milwaukee 8:30 ET
Bucks (-) over Pacers- The Milwaukee Bucks have fought hard to get to the .500 mark and with two straight losses find them selves once again a games under the break-even mark. Indiana may have the overall season advantage but they have struggled against Milwaukee as they are just 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 meetings. The Bucks need a bounce-back win in the worst way. Take MILWAUKEE!

Dallas at Portland 10:35 ET
Trailblazers (+) over Mavericks- The Dallas Mavericks have gone from the NBA Champions to a club battling for for the sixth playoff spot in the West. With the dismissal of Lamar Odom the Mavericks might actually be better but, that is still a huge body that they could use. Portland has had problems of their own this season not only losing all five starters at one time or another but their head coach as well. With only a handful of games remaining the Blazers get it done here. Take PORTLAND!

Miami at Chicago 8:00 ET
Heat (+) over Bulls- The Miami Heat have had their problems on the road since the All-Star break going just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 away from home. The Heat have been able to over-come this by posting the best home recording (24-4) in the NBA. Miami is coming off another beating by the Celtics but get to play a (cousin) team they dominate. It comes down to James against Rose and if Rose is out Miami has a huge advantage. It's the HEAT!

Atlanta at Boston 8:10 ET
Hawks (+) over Celtics- Tough spot for the Celtics as they are coming off a huge win over the Heat in Miami last night while the Hawks have had three days rest. With nine games remaining for both clubs Atlanta has a one game lead for the surging Celtics who are 16-5-2 ATS in their last 23 games overall as well as 8-0-1 ATS in their last nine home games. The Hawks Joe Johnson is ready for a breakout games as the Hawks are 18-3 when he scores 20 or more points. Off last night's effort the aging Celtics will wear down before this one's over. Take ATLANTA!

Boston at Miami 7:00 ET
Heat (-) over Celtics- The Boston Celtics seem to have turned things around are 15-5-2 ATS in their last 22 games overall including a 91-72 drubbing of the Heat on April 1st. Miami has been giving selected players a day off the last couple of weeks and they seem to play better when one of their 'superstars' is resting. Last time out the Heat improved to 10-1 without Wade in the line-up, (he will play tonight). The Heat want to erase the memory of that national TV beating 10 days ago and while the favorite is 6-2 ATS in the series the home team is also 7-2 ATS in the last nine. Take MIAMI!

Oklahoma City at Milwaukee 8:00 ET
Bucks (+) over Thunder- The Milwaukee Bucks have now won four in-a-row and have climbed their way to the magic break even .500 mark. The Bucks are currently one game behind the Knicks and the falling 76ers for the final playoff spot in the East. Even though the Thunder have a better road record against the points then the Bucks home record against the points the home team is 11-4 ATS in the last 15 meetings. For Oklahoma City they are just waiting for the post season to start while the Bucks are fighting to get there. Take MILWAUKEE!

Philadelphia at Boston 6:00 ET
76ers (+) over Celtics- These two clubs started the season differently and it appears that they are going to close the season differently. The trends are favoring the veteran Celtics who after a slow start to the year are now two full games ahead of Philadelphia in the Atlantic Division and are 7-0-1 ATS in their last eight home games. The 76ers meanwhile have fallen off the pace of late and are only 4-10 ATS in their last 14 road games. But, there are two other major factors that one must consider, the Sixers are coming off an embarrassing loss to Orlando and they have already defeated the Celtics twice by more then 10 points. Philly needs a 'big effort' here. Take the 76ERS!

Chicago at New York Knicks 1:00 ET
Knicks (+) over Bulls- The Chicago Bulls the winning-est NBA road club (21-7) this season is expecting the return of MVP Derrick Rose after an absence of 12 games. Under 'new' head coach Mike Woodson New York is now 11-3 ATS in their last 14 games overall and 16-5 ATS in their last 21 home games. To counter this Chicago is 19-7 ATS on the road. I believe the 'odds makers' are giving the Knicks a solid chance to win this one outright with such a low 'number'. Take the KNICKS!

LA Lakers at Phoenix 10:00 ET
Suns (+) over Lakers- As the schedule continues to play out a number of NBA teams are beginning to show some wear and the Lakers are one of those clubs. Los Angeles has to get it together to play their sixth game in eight days and the second of back-to-back games. Phoenix is making a run to the playoffs having won 11 of 17 games since the All-Star break. Trends put us on the Suns as they are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 home games while the Lakers are 1-8 ATS in their last nine games overall. Take the SUNS!

Oklahoma City at Indiana 7:00 ET
Pacers (+) over Thunder- At 40-14 the Thunder have the best record in the NBA West but are about to lose their third straight for the first time this season. Indiana in the meantime have won three straight and are 17-7 at home while Oklahoma City is 17-9 on the road. Because of the NBA's shortened schedule this is the only meeting between these two this season and the Thunder took both games last year to sweep the series. Still, Oklahoma City is beginning to get those late season 'blues' and O see Indiana winning this one OUTRIGHT. Take the PACERS!

Phoenix at Utah 9:00 ET
Jazz (-) over Suns- The price here seems rather high considering these two clubs have virtually the same record and both a fighting for the final playoff spot in the west. After having dropped three straight the Jazz rebounded with a huge win over the Blazers on Monday and are now just one game behind the Rockets for the final playoff spot while the Suns are now one game behind the Jazz. Phoenix has been playing well going 9-3 ATS in their last 12 while Utah is 6-2 ATS in their last eight home games. The Jazz are a fine 17-9 ATS at home and will take advantage over the Suns who played in a late contest at Sacramento last night. Take UTAH!

New York Knicks at Indiana 7:00 ET
Pacers (-) over Knicks- On the surface this looks the points might come into play as the Knicks are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 contests and the road team is 10-3 in the last 13 meetings. These two teams have virtual mirror record on the road for the Knicks and at home for the Pacers. Indiana is looking to avenge Back-to-back losses to New York from March 16 and 17 as they lost by a combined 29 points. their will be one difference in this match-up and that is 'flash-in-the-pan' Jeremy Lin is out for the season. Look for the Pacers to get their 'pound-of flesh' and win easily. Take INDIANA!

Golden State at LA Lakers 9:30 ET
Lakers (-) over Warriors- It has been rough for both these teams both these teams of late as Kobe Bryant was placed at the end of the bench during the Lakers recent loss and the Warriors have dropped four straight including losses to the likes of New Orleans and New Jersey. The Lakers have lost five straight to the points and eight of their last nine against the number. Los Angeles has won nine straight over the Warriors at Staples Center and I look for Bryant to bounce back from his worst shooting performance of his career. Take the LAKERS!

Miami at Boston 3:30 ET
Celtics (+) over Heat- The Heat finally had their 'Big-3', James, Wade and Bosh delivered in the way Heat fans expected Friday night at Toronto when the combined for 86 points. These type pf performances have been far and few between as many feel Miami has underachieved by most opinions. Boston has moved into first place in the Atlantic Division and are currently playing their best ball of the season and are on a four game winning streak. The Heat continue to struggle on the road and the home team is 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings. Take BOSTON!

Memphis at Houston 8:00 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Rockets- The Memphis Grizzlies have lost 11 straight games tot he Rockets in Houston but will be trying to win their third in-a-row. All-Star Marc Gasol is expected back for Friday's contest as is guard Mike Conley to sure up the Grizzlies offense. With Rudy Gay averaging over 21 points in his last two games against the Rockets, Memphis will have too much fire-power for Houston. Take the GRIZZLIES!

Dallas at Miami 8:00 ET
Heat (-) over Mavericks- The Miami Heat are coming off two straight double digit losses for the first time since the 'Big-3' in Wade, Bosh and James were placed together. LeBron dislocated his left ring finger on Monday but will play tonight against the defending NBA champs who have won their last two after having dropped six of their previous eight. This is a pivotal contest for the Heat who need to re-establish their dominance before the playoffs start. Miami roared off to a 105-94 win opening day in Dallas and will repeat that win here. Take MIAMI!

Indiana at New Jersey 7:30 ET
Nets (+) over Pacers- This series is so one sided it will be difficult to make a case for New Jersey as they are 0-3 against Indiana this season and have dropped 10 straight and 13 of 14 overall in this series. The Pacers are coming off a huge win over the Miami Heat while the Nets are coming off what coach Avery Johnson called an unprofessional effort Monday in a 105-84 loss to the Utah Jazz. Look for New Jersey to hustle the full 48 minutes and get the money. Take the NETS!

Oklahoma City at Portland 10:00 ET
Trailblazers (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City is the 'Best in the West' and they are one of the youngest teams in the NBA with Kevin Durant who with Kobe Bryant is the best scorer in the league. Maturity is important is this league and the Thunder are coming off a huge and impressive win over the Miami Heat. Portland has been struggling of late winning just five of their last 15 but are 3-3 since making their coaching change. Blazers still have playoff hopes and are 16-8 straight-up at home. Getting points here Portland is the play. Take the TRAILBLAZERS!

San Antonio at Phoenix 10:00 ET
Suns (+) over Spurs- Everyone keeps speaking of the Spurs age, I mean really now in Sunday's game against the 76ers Tim Duncan was rested and the reason that was release for the NBA press was that he is 'old.' Yet, San Antonio is 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 games overall (does that sound like an aging team?) while Phoenix is 8-1 ATS in their last nine home games, add that the Suns are 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings makes them the side. Phoenix has won 10 of their last 12 straight-up at home and tonight that trend will continue. Take the SUNS!

Miami at Oklahoma City 8:05 ET
Heat (+) over Thunder- Now, here is a game worth watching! One game separates these two with their overall record as the Heat can even it all up with a road win tonight. One amazing stat I found when researching this game is that the visitor is 13-3 ATS in the last 16 meetings. We also see where the Thunder have fallen off the pace a bit losing four of the last nine straight-up while the Heat are starting to pick-it-up and have won their last four straight-up. James,Wade and Bosh with the supporting cast are the beat team in the NBA and they will prove it tonight! Take MIAMI!

Jazz (+) over Hawks- Now, here is something that is making me scratch my head as Atlanta (28-20) has a better record the (26-22) Utah, they are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games. The Hawks are also 15-7 straight-up at home while the Jazz are just 7-16 straight-up on the road. So, why is this game a virtual pick-em situation? What's going on is that Utah is 'hot' winning their last six straight-up and even though the favorite is 12-5 ATS in the last 17 meetings they are in trouble tonight. Take the JAZZ!

Boston at Philadelphia 8:00 ET
76ers (-) over Celtics- This is the second of back-to-back games for the Celtics who close out an eight game road trip tonight! Boston is 4-3 on this trip after consecutive wins but are facing a 76ers squad that need a win in the worst way as they have dropped four of their last five both straight-up and against the points. With a couple days to get ready off their home loss to the Knicks Philadelphia is just waiting for Boston to arrive. It's PHILADELPHIA!

Milwaukee at Portland 10:00 ET
Trailblazers (-) over Bucks- Two teams that appear headed in different directions as Milwaukee enters this contest having won their last five and 'covering' each of their last seven games. Portland returns home after seven straight road games where they managed only two wins and covers. Trailblazers have a natural home floor advantage where they are 14-7 both straight-up and against the points while the Bucks are just 9-15 on the road and Milwaukee has won only once ATS in the last eight meetings. Take PORTLAND!

Oklahoma City at Utah 9:00 ET
Jazz (+) over Thunder- How can I even think of it? I mean 'we' must be one of 25 going against Oklahoma City...okay it's not that bad but it isn't very good either. Well, there is some light at the nd of the tunnel here as the underdog in this series is 17-8-1ATS in the last 26 meetings and Utah is 17-6 straight-up at home. The Thunder have won eight of the last 10 straight-up in the series but Vegas doesn't believe Oklahoma City has the goods tonight. Thunder have split last six contests and tonight they go down once again. Take JAZZ!

Oklahoma City at Denver 9:00 ET
Nuggets (+) over Thunder- Every team every season no matter how good hits a lull and have a period where they just don't play well. Oklahoma City may be at that point right now as they have dropped three of their last four and are aware that they return home for a contest against the Spurs tomorrow. Denver has won seven of the last eight home games between these two and the 'beat goes on.' Take DENVER!

Miami at Chicago 8:05 ET
Bulls (+) over Heat- One thing I noticed last night while enjoying 'our' Money Game winner with the Magic over Miami was how much 'bitching, wining and crying' about officials calls the Heat were making. Wade was the biggest cry-baby off all with James a close second. Still, after all this time the Heat are still having problems and are pointing fingers behind closed doors. Chicago has plenty of incentive as Miami has dominated the Bulls especially James defense on Rose. But, this Heat team isn't ready yet. Take CHICAGO!

Miami at Orlando 7:05 ET
Magic (+) over Heat- The Miami Heat are still the team to beat when the NBA Playoffs start as this 'Dream Team' finally is putting it all together and let me tell you it starts with them on defense. The Heat have played well on the road of late going 6-2 ATS in their last eight but are still just 10-10 ATS for the season. The Magic are 14-7 at home and are 15-7-1 ATS in their last 23 meetings with Miami. This two have split two games already this season and now it's back to ORLANDO!

Detroit at Utah 9:05 ET
Jazz (-) over Pistons- The trends as one might expect are pretty much one sided between these two clubs as Detroit is just 3-15 straight-up on the road and only 6-12 ATS while Utah is 14-6 straight-up at home going 13-7 ATS. The Jazz return home after a five game road trip where they managed to win two of the five while the Pistons are coming off three straight home wins. Utah is 27-4 over the Pistons in Utah including 11-4 ATS in the last 15 meetings. Jazz are also 6-2 ATS in their last eight at home. Take UTAH!

Boston Celtics at L. A. Lakers 3:30 ET
Lakers (-) over Celtics- One of the great fabled rivalry match-ups in NBA history has the league top two all-time winners going at it this afternoon in Los Angeles. Both these clubs will mostly make the playoffs but neither of them will be able to contend for the NBA Title. The Celtics have won just five of their 15 road games and are just 5-10 ATS on the road including 0-8 in their last eight tires. The Lakers are 17-2 at home and are 7-1 ATS in their last eight home games. Since the All-Star break when Kobe got smacked in the nose it looks like he wants to re-establish 'respect.' Take the LAKERS!

Dallas at Golden State 10:30 ET
Warriors (+) over Mavericks- Dallas is currently facing the hard part of this season's schedule as they play their third game in three night and they have already dropped the first two, as a matter of fact the Mavericks are just 2-7 in their last nine games overall both straight-up and against the points. There are a few trends surrounding this contest and one is that the road team is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings and the Warriors are 25-12-1 ATS in their last 38 meetings. Too much to overcome for the champs. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Portland at Boston 7:00 ET
Trailblazers (+) over Celtics- It is difficult to make a case for either of these two clubs as both have proven to be money burners in tonight situation. To start the aging Celtics are only 4-11 ATS in their last 15 games overall so they are not playing well and Portland is just 6-16 ATS in their last 22 road games. The Trailblazers have dropped four of their last five both straight-up and against the points and are looking to bounce back here. Take PORTLAND!

Dallas at Phoenix 10:30 ET
Suns (+) over Mavericks- No question Dallas has had their way in this series going 8-0 ATS in the last eight meetings and they the favorite is 14-3-1 ATS in their last 18 meetings. Alright, now that I got the 'bad' news out it's time for the good stuff. If you just look at the road and home records of these two clubs we see that Phoenix actually has the advantage. The Suns are 10-9 straight-up at home while the Mavericks are 8-10 straight-up on the road. Phoenix had a three game winning streak stopped by Oklahoma City and are looking to bounce back after blowing a 16 point second half lead. Take SUNS!

Portland at Minnesota 8:05 ET
Trailblazers (+) over Timberwolves- Two .500 clubs that will most likely make the playoffs facing off for the second time in four days as the T' Wolves won easily in Portland 122-110. The Trailblazers are just 5-12 on the road but have won eight straight in Minnesota. Prior to that win in Portland, the Wolves had lost 16 straight to Portland. Old habits die hard. Look for Portland to rebound wit an outright win here. Take TRAILBLAZERS!

Houston at Toronto 7:00 ET
Raptors (+) over Rockets- One team that was hurt by the short pre-season and who have improved as time moved forward is the Toronto Raptors. Although their record is only 12-26 have turned a nice profit with their current 15-1-1 ATS run over their last 21 games. The Rockets in the mist of a five game road trip are playing their third game in four nights and off Tuesday's disappointing loss at Boston the Rockets are ready for a grounding. The home team is 7-1-1 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take RAPTORS!

New York Knicks at Dallas 8:30
Knicks (+) over Mavericks- As many of you are now aware I am a bit of a 'numbers' person and when I see this number I think two things right off the bat. Firsto is that the reining NBA Champions are favored by less then one three-point bucket at home and the Mavericks with the better record (22-16) should be much more then this. Now, here's the part about the 'numbers'...we have to give the Knicks (18-19) a real good chance to win this game outright. They are 12-7 ATS in their last 17 games but only 6-14 ATS in the last 20 meetings but, the road team is 8-3 ATS the last 11 meetings.. NEW YORK KNICKS!

L.A. Lakers at Detroit 7:30 ET
Pistons (+) over Lakers- If we win this one, it will look easy as the Lakers bask in the after glow of beating the Heat so soundly on National TV. If Kobe he has to feel he should both Wade and James they have a way to go yet ring wise anyway. As ugly as Detroit is I believe I can make my case fore this wretched group. I will start with the Lakers who are just 6-12 straight-up and 5-13 ATS on the road this season. Those numbers are are brutal and the Pistons are a respectable 11-8-1 ATS at home including 9-2-1 ATS in their last 12 as hosts and 11-4 in their last 15 overall. Take DETROIT!

L.A. Clippers at Minnesota 8:05 ET
Timberwolves (-) over Clippers- Los Angeles is about to play their four road game in five night and even that will take it's toll on young teams like the Clippers. LA has hit a rocky patch against the number as they have now dropped five of their last seven and haven't won two straight since Valentine's Day. Minnesota returns home after a four game road trip and they have had an extra days rest. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!

New Jersey at Charlotte 6:00 ET
Bobcats (+) over Nets- The NBA is pleased when teams like these two met as one of them is guaranteed to be a winner. Truing to make a case fir either side could be difficult as New Jersey is 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games overall and Charlotte is just 9-23 ATS in their last 32 games overall. The Bobcats realize that this is one of their rare opportunities to actually win a game. Take CHARLOTTE!

Memphis at Toronto 7:00 ET
Raptors (+) over Grizzlies- 'Break-up the Raptors'...Toronto has now won six of their last seven games and are 6-1-1 ATS in their last eight games overall. Memphis meanwhile has won the last five in thie series but have managed only six wins in 16 road games as the Raptors haven't won against the Grizzlies since January of 2009. That all turns tonight. Take TORONTO!

Miami at Portland 10:35 ET
Trailblazers (+) over Heat- If there was any team that didn't need an break for the All-Star game it was the Miami Heat who where 'pounding' teams night after night having won their last eight going 7-1 ATS. Portland meanwhile, opened the second half with a horrible performance against the Nuggets and look to put forth a meaningful effort tonight. The Trailblazers are 12-5-1 ATS in their last 18 home games and they hold a 6-2 ATS advantage in their last eight meetings. Take PORTLAND!

Oklahoma City at Philadelphia 7:05 ET
76ers (+) over Thunder- If you take Oklahoma City's road record 12-6 (best conference road record) and 10-8 ATS and put it against Philadelphia's home record 13-6 and 12-7 ATS this game should grade out as a virtual pick-em. With that being said and the 76ers have the home court I believe that have the advantage against the West's strongest club that is playing their first game since the All-Star break. Still, my gut here is with the 76ers. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Boston at Cleveland 7:05 ET
Cavaliers (+) over Celtics- The best thing that will happen after this contest is final is that one of these teams will actually 'cover' a game. Boston has lost their last five games straight-up and ATS as well their last 7 of 8 ATS while Cleveland has dropped five of their last six ATS. As far as these series is concerned the underdog has gotten the cash in seven of the last 10 meetings. The Celtics who are now two games under .500 and have won just four of 13 on the road while the Cavaliers who are five games under .500 are 8-9 straight-up at home. Take CLEVELAND!

Orlando at Atlanta 7:30 ET
Hawks (+) over Magic- After two months of basketball it appears that these clubs are headed in different directions as the Magic have set aside the distraction around Dwight Howard and the Hawks have been grounded. Atlanta is slumping and has lost three straight while Orlando has won six of seven. Despite the absence of leading scorer Joe Johnson Atlanta is looking to get back in the grove against a team they have dominated against the points 'covering' 10 of the last 11 meetings. After yesterday blow-out loss the Hawks will rebound tonight. Take ATLANTA!

Utah at Minnesota 8:05 ET
Jazz (+) over Timberwolves- We know one thing for sure about these two clubs and that is one of them will reach the .500 mark when this game is final. Trends are always a strong part of handicapping the NBA and there are a few here to take note. Utah has won six of the last seven meetings and as an underdog that is a strong factor. One problem for the Jazz is that they are only 2-6 ATS in their last eight road games but, Minnesota is just 2-7 ATS as a favorite in their last nine. Take UTAH!

San Antonio at Portland 10:05 ET
Trailblazers (-) over Spurs- The San Antonio Spurs have now won 10 straight and are doing it on the road as this is their eighth straight road games and third in four nights. They are 7-1-1 ATS in these road games but those numbers don't translate in Portland where the Spurs are just 1-7 ATS in their last eight games. The home team is 13-5 ATS in their last 18 meetings. Portland was defeated last night in Los Angeles by the Lakers and they look to bounce back tonight. Take TRAILBLAZERS!

LA Clippers at Golden State 10:35 ET
Warriors (+) over Clippers- The LA Clippers who have stolen much of the Lakers thunder this season are 17-12 ATS on the season but just 7-7 on the road while Golden State who has dropped their last three are rested and ready. The Warriors will have to win this game at the point where guards Stephen Curry and Monta Ellis can shoot the 'eyes' out of the ball. Clippers have lost their edge of late...take GOLDEN STATE!

San Antonio at Utah 9:05 ET
Jazz (+) over Spurs- The Spurs who have very quietly won 10 in-a-row are playing their seventh straight road game and are coming off our Saturday Vegas Insiders win over the Clippers. San Antonio is now 9-1-1 in their last 11 road games overall but those 'numbers' can't least and Utah is one of the league's best at home where the are 12-5. The Spurs have won the last four in this series but that ends tonight. Take the JAZZ!

LA Lakers at Phoenix 8:00 ET
Suns (+) over Lakers- This is the second of a home-and-home contest as the Lakers come off a 11-99 win on Friday in Los Angeles over the Suns. Today, it is time for Phoenix to draw a line in the sand as they have dropped four straight and five of their last six both straight-up and ATS. Although, Los Angeles has won the last for in this series with Steve Nash leading the way Phoenix scores. Take the SUNS!

San Antonio at LA Clippers 3:40 ET
Spurs (+) over Clippers- This might actually be a preview of what we might see in the West Finals as the Clippers are the upstart and the Spurs the experience veteran team. San Antonio is entering this game winners of nine straight have already pounded the Clippers once this season and have won three of the last four between the two. The loss of Billups is starting to take its toll. Take SPURS!

Dallas at Philadelphia 8:05 ET
76ers (-) over Mavericks- A clash of numbers presents itself to us here as Dallas is 17-6-1 ATS in their last 24 road games and the 76ers are 13-6 ATS in their last 19 home games. After having dropped three straight the Mavericks have won their last five. Philadelphia has dropped four of their last five against the points and Dallas have won eight of 10 meetings with the 76ers. Dallas will be missing Jason Terry and Roddy Beaubois and the home team coming off a beating at Orlando bounces back. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Boston at Chicago 8:05 ET
Bulls (-) over Celtics- Despite beating the Bulls on Sunday in Boston the Celtics are just 2-8 ATS in their last eight games against Chicago. The win for Boston came in the final of a nine-game road trip for the Bulls and now they are ready to return the favor with or without Derrick Rose. Celtics are off a bad loss at home to the Pistons and with Kevin Garrett status as questionable. Take CHICAGO!

Miami at Indiana 7:00 ET
Pacers (+) over Heat- The trends and numbers that surround this game favor Miami in this match-up as they go after their third straight road win in three nights. The Heat are coming off three straight win by an average of 19 points. Miami has already beaten Indiana by 35 points in early January and have 'covered' six of eight in the series. The Pacers who have dropped their last three will be motivated here. Take INDIANA!

Chicago at Boston 3:30 ET
Celtics (+) over Bulls- The Chicago Bulls complete a nine game road trip in Boston riding a five game winning streak but may be without Derrick Rose as he has had limited or no action the last three games. The Celtics are coming off a hard fought overtime loss at home to the Lakers and will be hungry for a win here on National TV. The Celtics are a low scoring group getting to 100 points only once this season. Defense with be at the forefront as the Celtics shut down the Bulls. Take BOSTON!

New York Knicks at Minnesota
Timberwloves (-) over Knicks- Well, the Knicks will take their four game winning streak and 'Linsanity' on the road to Minnesota. With the NBA all a-buzz about Jeremy Lins play this last week many fail to notice the vast improvement with the Timberwolves as they are about to reach the .500 mark with this win tonight. Beating the Lakers is no small feat and the Knicks will come out of the clouds here tonight. Take MINNESOTA!

LA Lakers at NY Knicks 8:05 ET
Knicks (+) over Lakers- Two of the more storied NBA franchises take center stage tonight at Madison Square Garden in New York City as the disappointing Knicks host the aging Los Angeles Lakers. LA is coming off an emotional win in Boston last night and might be a little flat entering this contest while the Knicks with Anthony and Stoudemire. Jeremy Lin has added spark and his play making skills have lead New York to three straight wins and six straight covers. Trends conflict in this outing as the Lakers are 4-11 ATS in their last 15 road games but they are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games in New York. Take NEW YORK!

LA Lakers at Boston 8:00 ET
Celtics (-) over Lakers- Two of the NBA's most storied franchises go at it in Boston where the Celtics host the Los Angels Lakers. Neither of these clubs will win the NBA Championship this year but their intensity and passion for beating each other has not subsided. Star's on both team have currently established franchise and league scoring marks as Kobe Brant and Paul Pierce continue their magnificent careers. LA is just 3-9 ATS on the road and are a different team under Mike Brown. Take BOSTON!

Oklahoma City at Golden State 10:35 ET
Warriors (+) over Thunder- At 19-5 Oklahoma City looks like one of the best teams in the West but like most heavy favorites they just barely get over the .500 point spread mark at 13-11. Trends do not look upon the Warriors with much hope as the road team is 13-5 ATS in the last 18 meetings and the Thunder are 7-3 ARS in their last 10 on the road. Oklahoma City is playing their third road game in four days and are coming off an overtime win yesterday. Scheduling aid the Warriors...take GOLDEN STATE!

LA Clippers at Orlando 7:05 ET
Magic (+) over Clippers- It's about time for the Dwight Howard distraction was put aside and the Orlando Magic start to play winning basketball. The Magic have now won three in-a-row and have dominated the Clippers in recent years going 8-0-1 ATS in the last nine meetings. Orlando has been favored in all those contests and the favorite is 17-2-2 ATS in the last 24 meetings. This time the Clippers come up favored on the road and it's too much for LA to handle. Take MAGIC!

LA Lakers at Utah 9:05 ET
Jazz (+) over Lakers- The difference between your daddy's Lakers and these Lakers are night and day as their 2-9 ATS road record in their last 11 will attest. These two clubs have met twice already this season with Los Angeles pulling out both games one of which went over time. The Lakers 'covered' both games which increases the strength of tonight's winner. Take UTAH!

Memphis at Oklahoma City 8:05 ET
Thunder (-) over Grizzlies- The Memphis Grizzlies who are coming off a huge win in Atlanta last night will be playing their third game in four nights and their ninth game in 12 days. Oklahoma City, meanwhile, is returning home after a three game West Coast trip that saw them take two wins and eight of their last 10. The Thunder are 10-3 ATS in their last 13. Oklahoma City has younger and fresher kegs. Take THUNDER!

Milwaukee at Detroit 7:35 ET
Pistons (+) over Bucks- The loss of Andrew Bogut will start to have an impact on the Bucks as the season wears on and Detroit is in a great spot to exploit Milwaukee's loss. The Bucks are one game under .500 and would love to get even at the Pistons expense but it's not to be as Detroit want any kind of win. Milwaukee is just 3-9 straight-up on the road and here they are favorites. These two played on Monday an 18-point Milwaukee win. Bucks concentration will suffer after beating this team four days ago so easily. Take PISTONS!

Miami at Philadelphia 7:05 ET
76ers (+) over Heat- This is the final contest of a seven game home stand for Philadelphia who along with Miami are 16-6 on the year. These two may be have same straight-up record but the 76ers have been the NBA's biggest money maker to date going 15-6-1 ATS on the season whereas the Heat are just 9-13 ATS. A a matter of fact the last time Philadelphia was on the road they lost to the Heat 113-92. Doug Collins has done a great job with the Sixers as they lead the league in point differential as the out score opponents by more then 10 points per game. Philadelphia is 12-3 ATS at home and are 7-2 ATS in their last nine against the NBA Southeast. Take 76ERS!

Memphis at Atlanta 7:35 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Hawks- After 'our' overtime win with Memphis against the Nuggets on Tuesday I feel comfortable coming back with the Grizzlies here despite some putrid trends that say look the other way. Memphis is only 4-10 ATS in their last 14 road games, they are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 meetings against Atlanta and the favorite is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Still, with the 76ers on deck for the Hawks they could get caught looking ahead. Take MEMPHIS!

Oklahoma City at Dallas 8:00 ET
Mavericks (+) over Thunder- Oklahoma City brings the NBA's best road record into this fray as they are 8-3 despite their last loss at Los Angeles against the Clippers. After a slow start Dallas has turned things around winning their last three and six of their last seven. The Mavericks have dominated at home going 18-7-1 ATS in their last 26 as hosts and 36-16-2 ATS in their last 54 overall. Take DALLAS!

Boston at Cleveland 7:05 ET
Cavaliers (+) over Celtics-

LA Clippers at Denver 8:05 ET
Nuggets (-) over Clippers- The Clippers have been impressive so far as they are now 10-6 while improving with the addition of Chris Paul. However, upon closer review we see that Los Angeles is 9-2 at home but just 1-4 on the road. There are a couple of trends that spell doom for the Clippers as they are 6-13 ATS on Sundays, while the Nuggets are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 against the Pacific and the home team is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take DENVER.

Atlanta at New Orleans 7:05 ET
Hornets (+) over Hawks- Now, let me get this right. The Atlanta Hawks are 14-6 and New Orleans is 4-15 and yet the Hawks are favored by less then a 3-point bucket. It looks like s 'suckers play' to me. Maybe it's because the last time these two met the Hornets won by 41 points 100-59 as they have now won the last three between these two and the Hawks are just 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings. I'm not sure how or why but New Orleans gets the win here. Take the HORNETS!

Los Angeles Lakers at Milwaukee 8:30 ET
Bucks (+) over Lakers- The Lakers are coming off a physical and prideful win over the upstart LA Clippers their last time out and they are feeling better about themselves. LA had dropped six straight to the number before their emotional win Wednesday night. The Lakers are 1-8 ATS in their last nine road contests and they are 2-8-1 in their last 11 meetings with Milwaukee. Add that the dog is 12-3-1 in the last 16 meetings gives us the Bucks. Take MILWAUKEE!

Oklahoma City at Golden State 10:35 ET
Warriors (+) over Thunder- There is no question in my mind that Oklahoma City will be one of the finalist in the West when the NBA Playoffs get under way. The Thunder are 7-2 on the road, by far the best in the NBA but they have struggled at Golden State going 3-12 straight-up when playing as visitor here. This contest will match two of the league's young and brightest starts with the Thunders Kevin Durant and the Warriors Steven Curry. With two big games in front of them, Oklahoma City gets caught peeking ahead. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Phoenix at Portland 10:00 ET
Trailblazers (-) over Suns- Once again we are in a situation where the home court has so much significance as the Phoenix Suns travel to Portland where the Blazers are 16-5-2 ATS in their last 23 games. Phoenix who struggles no matter where they play are just 3-6 away from home and they are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight in Portland and 2-7 ATS overall. This is a revenge spot for Portland who were destroyed by the Suns in Phoenix 102-77 on January 6th and get their measure of revenge here. Take the TRAILBLAZERS!

San Antonio at Minnesota 8:00 ET
Timberwolves (+) over Spurs- Maybe it's the condensed schedule or times are reverting back to days when the home team had such a major advantage that teams are either totally-on or off. San Antonio is a prime example as they are 10-1 at home but only 2-6 when on the road as well as 3-13 ATS in their last 16 road games going back to the end of last season. Minnesota has already upset the Spurs winning at home 106-96 on January 2nd and now come up big once again. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!

Memphis at LA Clippers 10:30 ET
Grizzlies (+) over Clippers- The Memphis Grizzlies had reeled off seven straight wins with six 'covers' before getting whacked by the Trailblazers in Portland 97-84. Playing their fourth game in five nights took it's toll on the Grizzlies but a day of rest has them ready for the league's most over-rated club in the Clippers. These two have split their last 10 meetings with the Grizzlies getting the money six of those 10. Memphis to surprise Clippers here. Take MEMPHIS!

New York Knicks at Cleveland
Cavaliers (+) over Knicks- What is going on with the Knicks? They won last night defeating Charlotte by 33 points in a game where Carmelo Anthony scored only 1 (one) point. New York has made a big NBA splash the last season-and-a-half picking up two superstars and also added quality players like Tyson Chandler to go with Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire. As the Heat found out last season, good players don't always make a good team. Take the surprising Cavaliers. It's CLEVELAND!

Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET
Rockets (+) over Timberwolves- If you examine the trends surrounding this match-up it appears the home favorite are in serious trouble. To start, Houston has won six straight, are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games and they are 12-3-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings between these two. Minnesota has one factor in their corner and it is the fact that the favorite in the series is 14-2-1 ATS in the last 17 games although it was the Rockets who were favored for the most part. Too much for the youthful Wolves to handle. Take HOUSTON!

Indiana at LA Lakers 9:35 ET
Pacers (+) over Lakers- Has anyone seen the LA Lakers? I mean, I realize that there is a team out there wearing their traditional purple and gold but other then Kobe Bryan, who are those guys? Now, I know that the Lakers are returning home off a terrible home trip and will welcome at home while the Pacers are at the end of a successful West Coast swing. After back-yo-back defeats in Miami and Orlando on Thursday and Friday the Lakers will take a day to adjust and Indiana who is off to their best start at 10-4 since 2004 have had eight of their 14 opponents under 90 pints. Take the PACERS!