Johnson's NBA Saturday 11/23

OVERALL RECORD:  32-36  (-$830)
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2-3 yesterday thanks to Steph Curry not playing.  Unfortunately for me I had to work last night and didn't have time to wait until game time to make sure.  I realize that as I work nights it's tough...and those types of things will happen.  Moving on to tonight's board!!

I work nights too and got caught on that game as well. Stupid Yahoo NBA had him playing early afternoon. BS, the LAL +6 was a gift.

Sacramento vs LA Clippers -

I capped this one out to be Clippers -9 and an O/U of 210.  Only lean in this one right now would be for the UNDER.  Kings just won a home and home against the Suns, which surprisingly enough is an impressive winning streak this year.  The Clippers got their butts handed to them on Thursday night in OKC.  Main reason Im leaning towards the UNDER is that the Clippers might be looking ahead to the Bulls and Knicks in the next couple of days.  LAC 104  SAC 99

Philadelphia vs Indiana -

Big lean towards the Sixers in the 1st half.  The Pacers have been terrible in first halves, and absolutely dominant in second halves.  With the huge line, I have to believe that the Sixers will be able to hang in there with the Pacers traveling back from Boston.  IND 98  PHL 89

New York vs Washington -

Small lean towards the Knicks in this one as they have played much better on the road this season.  The Knicks are second to last in the league in FG%...but the Wizards allow the second highest FG%...so something's gotta give in this one.  I can't see the Knicks losing 5 straight before heading out west.  NYK 99  WAS 92

Boston vs Atlanta -

Small lean towards the Celtics in this one?  Just wondering if the Hawks can finally put together three straight wins this year.  The Celtics have shown signs of fight in the past couple of games...they just need to find a way to put it together for an entire game again.  Unfortunately they don't have a finisher on this team or a consistently reliable offensive player.  ATL 95  BOS 90

Orlando vs Miami -

Lean towards the Heat here.  They are shredding teams lately, and might be on the edge of another legendary winning streak.  Shouldn't lose another game before a tough road trip in a couple weeks. If they won by 28 in Orlando...how much more will they win by at home?  MIA 108  ORL 92

Minnesota vs Houston -

Lean towards the OVER and the Wolves in this one.  Refs aren't home friendly, and are very total friendly.  Wolves have been very inconsistent as of late, but they have the type of team that can easily run and gun with the Rockets.  HOU 118  MIN 114

Charlotte vs MIlwaukee -

Hate the fact that I'm leaning towards the Bucks in this game, but I really like how they fought back against the Sixers last night and forced the game into OT.  Having Ilyasova back gives them a lot more flexibility.  Charlotte couldn't handle the Suns at home...I can't see them winning on the road.  MIL 96  CHA 90

Cleveland vs San Antonio -

Tough game here...almost want to lean on the Cavs to keep it relatively close in a "do enough to win" game for the Spurs.  They have had a good amount of travel in the past week or so and it should show up a little bit tonight against a younger team that generally wants to push the pace.   SAN  97  CLE 93

Dallas vs Denver -

Nothing really sticks out to me in this game.  The Mavericks keep rolling along and the refs hate the home teams in this one...but Denver at home is a different animal.  Wouldn't be surprised by any result.  DEN 107  DAL 105

Portland vs Golden State -

Everything depends on Steph Curry in this one.  If he plays, take the Warriors and trust that he won't let them lose at home.  If he doesn't...ride the UNDER big time as they just don't have bench guys that can get the job done.  Looks like he's sitting again as of now.  POR 96  GS 93

It happens.

Philadelphia Sixers +4.5 1st quarter ($110 to win $100)

Decided on this one instead of the full first half play because after last night's OT game against the Bucks, I think the Sixers legs might give out on them a little earlier than expected.  Pacers flying home from Boston as well, so they won't be as fresh early on.

Prediction:  Pacers 23  Sixers 21

New York Knicks +1.5  ($110 to win $100)

On the road, less pressure, nobody on the Wiz can cover Carmelo.

Prediction:  Knicks 103  Wizards 95

Wolves vs. Rockets OVER 215  ($220 to win $200)

Biggest play of the night.  Both teams love getting out and running.  It's been a while since the Rockets played last and have been nice and rested after the back to back OT games.  Like the Wolves as well, but got burned by the double play last night with the Warriors...sticking to the one play in the game.

Prediction:  Rockets 116  Wolves 112

Boston Celtics +9.5  ($110 to win $100)

Letdown game for the Hawks...Celtics have played much more cohesive basketball the past two games despite losing both.  The Hawks are the type of team they can play with as they don't have one superstar but a bunch of solid players.  Celtics team defense will keep it closer than many think.

Prediction:  Hawks 94  Celtics 90

[Quote: Originally Posted by CMJohnson1] Philadelphia Sixers +4.5 1st quarter ($110 to win $100)

Decided on this one instead of the full first half play because after last night's OT game against the Bucks, I think the Sixers legs might give out on them a little earlier than expected.  Pacers flying home from Boston as well, so they won't be as fresh early on.

Prediction:  Pacers 23  Sixers 21

Last 2 are win by 8 and win by 10

2 for 4 isn't horrible, plus I won 859 on college football today...let's close the week out strong tomorrow CM.

Just missed out on the big play though...terrible shooting by the Wolves early on.

No fast early start spells doom!
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