NBA Games: 3/9/11... 3 days of perfection?

Let's see if I can extend my 2 days of perfect picks.

Bulls vs. Bobcats

My pick is the Bulls on the money line here. This is a very secure pick, and at (-300), worth it. The Bulls have been red hot lately and are trying to make a push for the number 1 seed in the east. The Bobcats have been playing absolutely horrendous basketball lately and may be without Stephen Jackson. Look for an easy Bulls win here.

Jazz vs. Raptors

The Jazz have beaten Toronto 11 times straight and it looks like they will likely do the same tonight. The Jazz have not been playing well, but Al Jefferson has been on a tear and they look like they will be able to right their ship against a struggling Raptors team. My pick is the Jazz at (0) and then adding 3 points to make them a +3.

Nets vs. Warriors

This is a tough call. The Warriors are playing away in the second night of a back-to-back against a Nets team that is getting better, but will be without star point guard Deron Williams. Without Deron Williams, look for Golden State to win it here and take the money line at (-130).

Thunder vs. 76ers

The 76ers have been a hot team in basketball lately, however I believe them to be overrated in this game. Look for OKC to recover from a tough loss in Memphis and win here. However, I still think this has the ability to be close, so I am calling the Thunder at +1.5 and then pushing it up to +4.5. I honestly don't see KD and the Thunder losing by more than 5 points to an inferior Philly squad. Especially when home court advantage is at stake.

Clippers vs. Celtics

The Celtics on the money line at (-460) here is a great way to add security while minimizing risk. The Clippers have been playing decently recently, but have mostly beaten bad teams in their recent mini- hot streak.. The Celtics are hungry to preserve their number 1 seed and will play with intensity on their home floor. Easy call, Celtics win.

Hornets vs. Mavs

The Hornets could possibly be playing without Chris Paul, David West, and Trevor Ariza in their game against the second best team in the West. At best, you have a team that has been playing mediocre basketball filled with players coming off injuries, facing a team that is 9-1 in its last 10. Go with the Mavs on the money line at (-210).

Bucks vs. Cavs

The Bucks played a very strong game against a horrible team yesterday, and look look for their 1 game winning streak to extend against a Cavs team that is 4-27 on the road. Also, thanks to the horrid state of the Eastern conference, the 24-38 Bucks are still in playoff contention. Look for them to play hard here and come away with the win. Play the money line at (-550).

Timberwolves vs. Pacers

Both teams suck and have been slumping hard. Someone has to win I suppose, but it would be impossible to pick who. Don't bet on this game.

Knicks vs. Grizzlies

Whenever I bet against the Grizzlies, I always call them overrated and then they promptly go and prove me wrong. That being said, I might later regret saying that the Grizzlies are overrated in this matchup. I think they will win, but the safer bet is to play the Knicks at +4.5 and push it to +7.5. The Knicks high-octane offense will keep the game close.

Pistons vs. Spurs

Spurs at (-900), need I say more? The Pistons have been playing horrible basketball and will be playing a Spurs team that is fighting to maintain the number one seed and looking to rebound after a close loss to the Lakers. They have so far only lost 3 games at home, and this won't go to 4 today.

Magic vs. Kings

Magic at (-500) is the safe pick here.Look for the Magic (now with Dwight Howard back) to destroy the Kings here and avenge an embarrassing home loss a few weeks ago. Another insurance pick.