Celtics vs Raptors (Slo's pick: Celtics)
The Raptors match up well with the Celtics but I still don't think they will win tonight in Boston. Right now the Celtics have something to prove and I'm just waiting for them to blowout some team by 40 to send a message. It doesn't really matter who that team is because when the Celtics play well and execute I still don't think there's a team in the league that can come within 10.
Heat vs Wizards (Slo's pick: Heat)
The Heat will win at home tonight against the struggling Wizards. I expect Wade to follow up his sub par performance on Wednesday night with an offensive explosion.
76ers vs Hawks (Slo's pick: Hawks)
Lately I've had the tendency to over analyze games and outsmart myself. I'm going to ignore that the Hawks are playing on the road in their second game in two nights. The Hawks will win tonight in Philadelphia after their ugly second half collapse last night at home against the Magic. In the second half the Hawks were outscored 54-25.
Bobcats vs Cavaliers (Slo's pick: Cavaliers)
The Bobcats have been playing decently well as of late. Unfortunately for them decently well doesn't cut it against the Cavs, it also doesn't help the Bobcats that Shaq is almost definitely returning to the Cavs' lineup tonight after being out for weeks.
Pistons vs Clippers (Slo's pick: Pistons)
It's important for the Pistons to stay relevant with Richard Hamilton and Tayshaun Prince still sidelined with injuries. Slowly but surely the Pistons are sinking to the bottom of the east and in the process digging themselves a big hole to get out of.
Pacers vs Mavericks (Slo's pick: Mavericks)
If the Pacers don't lose by double digits they should consider this one a moral victory.
Rockets vs Spurs (Slo's pick: Spurs)
The Rockets are starting to play sub .500 basketball which is what I had expected. They will lose tonight to their Texas neighbor Spurs.
Nuggets vs Knicks (Slo's pick: Nuggets)
The Nuggets will beat the Knicks tonight in every category. I would be blown away to see the Knicks win tonight.
T'Wolves vs Suns (Slo's pick: Suns)
The T'Wolves should be very thankful for the Nets this holiday season because if it weren't for the Nets people would be calling the T'Wolves the worst team in the league. They will get embarrassed tonight on their home floor by the powerhouse Suns.
Thunder vs Bucks (Slo's pick: Thunder)
I am a firm believer that if the Thunder were in the eastern conference they would have no trouble getting at least the fourth seed. If they are as good as I think they are they will win easily tonight at home against the Bucks.
Trailblazers vs Grizzlies (Slo's pick: Trailblazers)
The Blazers are too talented for the Grizzlies to contend with for 48 minutes. The Blazers will win in a blowout tonight at home in the Rose Garden.
Kings vs Nets (Slo's pick: Kings)
Well Nets this is it, your best real chance to get a win before you lose 15 more games. The Nets will once again lose tonight on the road to the Kings. Kings' rookie Tyreke Evans is probably second in the Rookie of the Year race right now and he may very well take home the hardware at the end of the season. Of course, Brandon Jennings would have to stop producing the way he is , which I think is inevitable. It's ridiculous to expect a rookie to put up these numbers for 82 games, I think the Rookie of the Year race will be much more competitive than people think.
Slo's record on the season: 143-75
Slo's record last night: 0-2
