Jazz @ Grizzlies: Despite being away from home, this game is winnable for the Jazz. Like Utah, Memphis struggles offensively and plays similar to the Jazz. Both teams are not very far from each other and it is not good for whoever loses this one. Memphis isn’t far ahead of LA and Sacramento and could easily miss the playoffs if it loses too much. This is going to be a very close game with the home team winning outright.
Predicted score: Memphis wins 83-81
76ers @ Warriors: With Baron Davis out, the Phili vs. Golden State matchup is a one-man matchup of two teams. Jason Richardson keeps increasing his score but the rest of his team doesn’t. With their playoff hopes out of reach, the likes of Ike Diogu and Andris Biedrins should start getting more playing time. Road win here for the Sixers.
Predicted score: Philadelphia wins 96-91
Celtics @ Pacers: Boston and Indiana play big games when it takes place at TD Bankworth Garden. However, it’s a different story for games played in Indiana. Stephen Jackson has been playing better than Peja lately and both must score 20+ in the same game. This is a big winner for Indiana.
Predicted Score: Indiana wins 96-84