NBA Predictions: Indiana Pacers at Dallas Mavericks
February 3, 2012
The Indiana Pacers have been one of the pleasant surprises so far in the first third of the NBA regular season, as they are nipping at the heels of the Chicago Bulls in the Central Division. The defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks, on the other hand, are probably a bit disappointed they aren’t out of the gate quicker, though they are still among the top teams in the West. Friday night, the Pacers will look to make a statement they’re for real when they visit Dirk Nowitzki and the...
Philadelphia hosts Miami in Eastern Conference Showdown
February 3, 2012
All of the talk surrounding the NBA is in regards to whether or not the Chicago Bulls are Miami Heat are the best team in the Eastern conference. Both of these teams may have the upper hand in their divisions, but the Philadelphia 76ers feel as though they are right in the mix as far as being considered a favorite to represent the East in the Finals. NBA experts didn’t have the same point of view about the Sixers when the season started as they do now, but that’s all changing. It’s not as though...
NBA Eastern Conference Showdown: Miami vs. Chicago
January 29, 2012
Philadelphia is making a name for themselves this season, but NBA experts and fans know that the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat are the top two teams in the Eastern conference. They are certainly showing that this season as they are both leading their respective divisions, and look like they are destined to meet in the Eastern Conference Finals. Before they do that, they will meet for the first time this season on Sunday as the Heat host the Bulls in what promises to be a fierce battle with plenty...
Thunder at Warriors Predictions
January 27, 2012
The Oklahoma City Thunder has been rolling through the first quarter of this shortened season, jumping out to the best record in the NBA (by percentage points over Chicago). Golden State is trying to turn the corner and be an exciting and relevant team again in the Western Conference, touting some young talent. The Thunder will look to continue their early-season dominance when they pay a visit to the Bay Area Friday night to meet the Warriors. This will be the first of three meetings between these...
Oklahoma City faces test against Warriors Friday
January 27, 2012
The Oklahoma City Thunder have won 10 of their last 11 games and now find themselves with the best record in the NBA. We all know that they can light up the scoreboard offensively with the combination of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, but it’s been their increased efforts on defense that have propelled them to a 15-3 start. Basketball experts had predicted another big season for the Thunder, but I’m almost certain that none of them had any idea that they would be so dominate. Friday’s...
Pacers host Magic in Eastern Conference Battle
January 24, 2012
The Orlando Magic are expected to be competitive and possibly make a splash in this years’ playoffs, but the distractions surrounding Dwight Howard and his possible trade have made it difficult for this team to stay focused on winning basketball games. They will need to be completely focused when they take on an Indiana Pacers team that is exceeding NBA experts predictions, and are just 3 games back of the Chicago Bulls for the Central division lead in the Eastern conference. Indiana is using the...
Hawks at 76ers Predictions
January 20, 2012
Two “good” reasons will explain why Atlanta and Philadelphia are two of the elite teams with 10 wins already in the first month of this abbreviated NBA season: Good offense and good defense. Both teams have top-10 scoring offenses and defenses, so something will have to give when the Hawks visit the 76ers Friday night. The latest NBA odds list the 76ers as 5.5-point favorites, while the total has been set for 185.5 points. Atlanta Hawks @ Philadelphia 76ers, 7 p.m. EST The 76ers are 6-1 at home...
Sixers host Hawks in Eastern Conference Battle
January 20, 2012
The Philadelphia Sixers and Atlanta Hawks are both off to a tremendous start, and are far and away ahead of NBA experts predictions. Each of these squads are eager and ready to take their games to the next levels, and with a shortened season they are in position to do just that. Each of these squads are leading their respective divisions, and have a legitimate shot at making a deep run in the playoffs. This may be just another regular season game, but a win Friday night could be enough to propel...
Mavericks at Jazz Odds
January 19, 2012
The defending champion Dallas Mavericks are out of the gate slowly – still seeking a new identity while carrying a target on their back. The Utah Jazz lost their longtime coach late last year and have undergone some major changes, but they are generating some surprise across the league with their quick start. Two teams that have been on warm runs lately will face off Thursday in Salt Lake City looking to remain among the early-season contenders in the Western Conference. The latest NBA...
Spurs take on Blazers in Western Conference Showdown
January 13, 2012
The San Antonio Spurs have managed to get to the top of the Southwest division of the Western conference despite not having Manu Ginobili in their line-up. The Spurs always find a way to work through injuries or line-up changes, and are doing it once again this season. They only have a 1 game lead over Dallas in their division, but the Mavs aren’t playing like the same team that won the title last year. With a tough week of games in front of them, San Antonio will need to be at their best to sustain...
