Predictions for 5th Jan 2010

Chicago Bulls(14-18) @ Charlotte Bobcats(14-18):-
Bobcats will win. Both the teams have been playing good ball oflate. But Charlotte is very strong at home. Stephen Jackson has been playing well. For Chicago, everything depends on Derrick Rose. If he gets 30+ points, they can surely win this game.

Orlando Magic(24-9) @ Indiana Pacers(10-23):-
Magic will win. This should be easy win for the Magic, even if they are without Vince carter. Orlando is too deep for the injury hit Pacers to handle. For Pacers, they have been sliding at a alarming rate. Without Granger, this team doesn't go anywhere.

Washington Wizards(10-21) @ Philadelphia Nets(10-23):-
76ers will win. 76ers are very inconsistent, even on their home turf. But the offcourt issues with wizards will prevent them from concentrating on the game and eventually lead to their defeat today.

Milwaukee Bucks(13-18) @ New Jersey Nets(3-30):-
Nets will win. Michael Redd is finally healthy and has started playing well. Bucks are now depended on Redd and Bogut, with their rookie Jennings providing the spark. New Jersey have played better and they have their players back at their full strength. Brook Lopez negates Andrew Bogut and Harris can guard Jennings. If Yi has a good game against his former team (Bucks), Nets will ace this game. Bold prediction!!!

Detriot Pistons(11-21) @ Dallas Mavericks(23-11):-
Mavericks will win. Dallas was blown out by Lakers bench, in their last game and are looking to prove a point. Detriot is coming in with a NBA worst 9 game losing streak. Mavs are too deep for the once-proud-pistons too handle. These teams matchup very well, but no one from Detriot can guard Dirk.


Golden State Warriors(9-23) @ Denver Nuggets(21-13):-
Warriors will win. This is the best opportunity for the warriors to win in Denver. Warriors have lost their 11 out of their last 12 games in Denver. But Denver is struggling without Billups. Plus Denver could be without Carmelo, who is a game time decision and Birdman. Denver can not run with Golden state.


Memphis Grizzles(16-16) @ Portland Trailblazers(22-14):-
Grizzles will win. Memphis has been playing great basketball with Zach Randolph throwing in all-star numbers. Portland has a fragile front end, thanks to the injury bug. Portland is coming off a loss to the Clippers. Essentially Portland couldn't contain Clippers big man (Chris Kaman). There is no reason to believe that Portland can handle both Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol. If Roy puts up a 40 point game again, Portland might win. But I am going with Grizzles.

Phoenix Suns(21-13) @ Sacramento Kings(14-19):-
Kings will win. Sacramento is coming off tough losses to Lakers. They have pushed Lakers to the brink, twice this season. But Sacramento has been unable to close out game. With Tyreke back, they have a huge advantage on the PG position. I am going with the underdogs on this one.

Houston Rockets(20-14) @ LA Lakers(27-6):-
Lakers will win. Battle of teams who switched players during the off season. Lakers bench finally came through and dominated against Mavs. Lakers will need a good showing from them again. Artest might miss this game, and Kobe will have his hands full with Battier and Ariza, pestering him on the defense. But Lakers big men are too much for the Rockets to handle, without Yao.