What’s up my good peeps! We’re feelin’ sharp these days and we continue to climb in units and wins! Only 2 NBA games on the slate today – I’ll break them down and let’s see if we can find some value. Probably not too many plays today.
NBA Picks:
- Lean, Nets ML
- As hot as the Sixers are right now, the Nets need this win on so many levels. Firstly, they can’t afford to keep losing, period. If Brooklyn has a shot to NOT be in the play-in tournament, it has to start now. Secondly, who knows the antics and brilliance of James Harden more than his 2 former teammates? I think Kyrie and Durant can take advantage. Finally, the Sixers have coasted through teams lately, renewed by their new 1-2 bunch and Harden and Embiid and a rejuvenated, less pressured Tyrese Maxey. Tonight they’ll meet their match on the offense end of the floor. Drummond can play serious front court defense against Embiid, and Kyrie and Durant are no doubt motivated to rise to the occasion tonight. Against Boston, Durant put on a show. Against Charlotte, Kyrie put on a show. If they both play up to their potential tonight, this won’t be an easy matchup for Philly.
- Warriors/Nuggets over 223.5, 1 unit
- Unfortunately we didn’t get the best line here, but as long as Jokic plays, I see no reason not to still not like the over. Both teams have advantages on offense in this one. The Warriors are a small, quick team that moves without the ball and, obviously, loves the 3-ball. Klay Thompson still isn’t shooting up to par but this could be his moment. Golden State’s bench looked rejuvenated against LAC, too. On the other side, we saw what Jokic did to the Kings last night (i.e. he completely destroyed them), and historically Jokic has had massive games against the Warriors. I think “the Joker” controls his offense and capitalizes again, while the Warriors see plenty of success from the perimeter. Over for me – I’d take it up to 227.
CBB Picks:
- Duke 1H over 39 points, 1 unit (Coach K motivation spot)
- Texas -6, 1 unit
- Villanova -5.5, 1 unit
- Virginia +4, 1 unit
If you ever have any questions, message me here, on Twitter, or on Instagram. I will make myself available from 9am to 5pm every day, but please don’t expect an answer outside of those hours. I gotta shut it down sometimes. All picks are 1-5 stars based on unit size and confidence. 3 star picks are rare, 4-5 star picks are VERY rare. -Chris
