NBA Expert Handicapping - 16 Dec 06
Category: Daily NBA Picks
Boston Celtics are leaving home for a challenge with Charlotte Bobcats after yesterday’s win over Denver Nuggets. The Celtics never went back in the game, thanks to flaws in the Nuggets defense, Paul Pierce and his teammates had a comfortable game at home. On the other side of the court, Charlotte beat Orlando by 10 points two nights ago, when their superb rookie Morrison delivered a 22 points to lead his team. The Bobcats are a fairly good defensive team, and they would like to show this on the court tonight, playing in front of their fans. A close but low scoring game can be expected for this hard match up. Under 195.5 is the pick for 4 units.
Detroit Pistons are looking forward to the New Jersey Nets for tonight’s major match up after they were defeated by Indiana on Wednesday night, when they struggled in defense against the mobile guards of the Pacers. Tonight, the Pistons will probably fight hard to deliver points from the paint of the home team, and Moore should get a nice test against Nazr Mohammed and Rasheed Wallace of the Pistons. A close game is a must, and the away team is one step ahead. Detroit +1.5 handicap is the pick for 4 units.
Milwaukee are returning home to challenge Minnesota Timberwolves after last nights loss to the Bulls. Extraordinary Milwaukee guard, Michael Redd, is in good condition now, but their teammates in the frontcourt - especially Andrew Bogut - must concentrate better in order to stop their opponents before they penetrate into the Bucks’ lane. On the other side, Minnesota Timberwolves, after losing to San Antonio Spurs three nights ago, are looking forward to stealing a win from Milwaukee. Tonight’s game is going to be a low scoring one mainly due to offensive flaws in the Bucks. Under 191 is the pick for 4 units.