NBA Expert Picks - 28 Nov 06
Category: Daily NBA Picks
Minnesota Timberwolves are traveling to Houston to challenge the Rockets tonight after they lost to Dallas, who achieved a 10 game winning streak, last night. Already defeated as early as the beginning moments of the third quarter of yesterday’s match, the Timberwolves indicated a sign of self esteem when they leveled the game with three minutes to go in the last period, forcing the Mavs to take serious measures to win the game. Garnett’s great effort was accompanied by that of Foye. For tonight’s game, they are challenging one of the hardest teams in the league with rising performance by superstar Tracy McGrady as well as defensive work of Yao Ming. Both teams are going to fight for a win, and a low score game can be expected. Under 177.5 is the pick for this game - 4 units.
The Denver Nuggets are welcoming the Memphis Grizzlies after a win against the Clippers two nights ago. The home team is on a roll, and they seem to force their opponents to play fast, like Phoenix Suns have been implementing since Steve Nash was acquired. In the high tempo, Carmelo Anthony has an advantage of physical strength and this shows on the entire team. On the other side, the Grizzlies come to Denver planning for a win by executing good and cooperative team defense. In their former away games, they showed what they can do and we expect that to continue tonight. Memphis +8.5 is the pick for 4 units.
Indiana Pacers are turning their route from home to Portland for a challenge with the Trail Blazers. The home team lost to Phoenix three night ago, when they failed to compensate for the points Phoenix guards Nash and Barbosa produced with extra effort. The scoring potential of this team is limited, and against a good defensive team, they’ll have to work hard to win. The Pacers are likely to make Portland struggle in offense, using Jermaine O’Neal in the frontcourt, and both teams will consider preventing their opponent from scoring rather than shooting the ball to the opposite basket. Hence, the pick is Under 189 for 4 units.