NBA Games: 3/14/11

I apologize for the lack of picks yesterday. To be honest, there weren't any lines that I felt like netting on. Even gamblers can take a day off.

Back to business.

Celtics vs. Nets

Although the Celtics have had some trouble recently and are playing in the second night of a back-to-back,the Nets will be playing their first game with Deron Williams back. Expect this to be an interesting game, but I'm going with Boston on the money line at (-230). However, this could turn out to be very close and don't be surprised to see a Nets win here.

Thunder vs. Wizards

The Thunder at (-350) is a great security pick here. Although KD and the Thunder are playing in the second night of a back-to-back, the Wizards have been playing horrible recently and the Thunder are 22-4 against horrible teams. Look for a Thunder win here.

Spurs vs. Heat

As much as I want to say that the Heat will blow the Spurs out of the building, this is the same Heat team that lost by 30 to the Spurs just one week ago. That being said, I'm playing the Spurs at +4.5 and pushing it up to +7.5.

Nuggets vs. Hornets

This will be a close game, with 2 hot teams competing to maintain their playoff spot. My guess is that the game will wind up in the Hornets favor, however to lower risk, I will call the Nuggets at +3 and push it to +6.

Grizzlies vs. Clippers

Go with the Grizzlies at (-240) and look for them to rebound against that horrible loss to Miami here tonight.

Suns vs. Rockets

Go with the Rockets at (-300). Both teams are making a playoff push and Steve Nash is out for the Suns. This will be a toughly fought game, but look for it to go to the Rockets.

76ers vs. Jazz

The 76ers are one of the hottest teams in the league, and the Jazz have been one of the worst. Look for Philly to rebound after its loss to the Bucks against an often listless Jazz team. Take Philly at (-1.5) and push it up to (-.5). In my opinion, this is the best betting line of the day.

Warriors vs. Kings

Don't touch this game. Both teams suck.

Lakers vs. Magic

This is an important game and a very difficult one to call. This is especially cloudy since Kobe Bryant might not be playing. That being said, my tentative pick is to take the Magic at +6 and push them up to +9. However, if Kobe Bryant plays, take the Lakers on the money line.