Bulls vs Hornets (Slo's pick: Hornets)
The Bulls match up well with the Hornets, however, right now they are just too inconsistent. There's a very good chance the Bulls could win this game, just not good enough to justify picking them for the time being.
Mavericks vs Grizzlies (Slo's pick: Mavericks)
The Mavs should win this game easily, the Grizzlies have very little hope containing Dirk Nowitzki. All of the Grizzlies' big men are not anywhere near as athletic as they need to be to cover the sharpshooting Nowitzki.
Pacers vs Hawks (Slo's pick: Hawks)
The Pacers are going to hope and pray that the Hawks ate too much over Christmas, because that's the only way the Pacers are going to have a chance tonight against such an uptempo, and highflying team.
Nets vs Rockets (Slo's pick: Rockets)
Having a 2-27 record isn't exactly reassuring. The Rockets are the obvious pick in this game. As are most teams who play the Nets.
T'Wolves vs Wizards (Slo's pick: Wizards)
The Wizards should win this game with relative ease in Mike Miller's return to Minnesota. Brendan Haywood is heavy enough that he can battle with Al Jefferson down low and for the most part keep him under wraps.
Thunder vs Bobcats (Slo's pick: Thunder)
The Bobcats are most likely going to stick Gerald Wallace on Kevin Durant and hope for the best. Unless Wallace plays the best defensive game of his life the Thunder will win this game at home.
Bucks vs Spurs (Slo's pick: Spurs)
Teams like the Bucks have been giving the Spurs trouble all season. I'm still taking the Spurs for no other reason than that great players win games. Tim Duncan, while old, is still a great player. Unless Brandon Jennings starts playing like he was in November, expect the Bucks to keep sliding.
Jazz vs 76ers (Slo's pick: Jazz)
The Sixers have been one of the biggest disappointments of the season thus far, they will be blown out tonight in Utah.
Kings vs Lakers (Slo's pick: Lakers)
If the Kings win this game, expect a parade to be thrown in their honor. They will be embarrassed tonight at home.
Warriors vs Suns (Slo's pick: Suns)
The Warriors match up with the Suns better than any other team in the league. They are basically the same type of team just with second tier players. I have a hard time seeing the Warriors outscore the Suns for 48 minutes. Expect a very high scoring game, both teams play as little defense as humanly possible.
Slo's record on the season: 262-128
Slo's record on Dec. 23rd: 8-2
