Hey everyone! The NBA All Star Break is over and the league returns to action tonight. Last weeks picks ended up 1-1 with a winner on the Celtics but a loser on the Pelicans. There are 6 games on tap in tonights action so let's get to the picks.

First game listed we have the Rockets taking on Golden State. Rockets favored by -9.5. The Warriors won the last meeting between these teams which was also at home. This spread feels a little high but the Rockets might cover it. I'll take my chances that with every team being off an entire week, the game might be a little sloppy which would help the underdog. Play Warriors +9.5.

Next game we have the Heat taking on the Hawks. Heat favored by -5.5. The Heat have won the first 3 games in this matchup but have been slumping lately. The Hawks have been bad all year long and I expect their problems to continue. I also like the idea of the Heat looking to improve coming out of the all star break. Play Heat -5.5.

Next up we have the Bucks facing the Pistons. Bucks favored by -13 on the road. The Bucks have won both games these teams have played this year. The Bucks are just a machine this year and it's tough to bet against them. I just think they might not be up for this game right out of the break. They're on the road, it's a big number, maybe they win by 8-10. I'll take my chances. Play Pistons +13.

Memphis taking on the Kings. Kings favored by -1. These teams have split the two games they played with the home prevailing each time. The Grizzlies are a little bit better, but they're on the road across the country. This game is a toss up. Play the Kings -1.

Bulls hosting the Hornets. Hornets favored by -4.5. The Bulls have lost 6 in a row but the Hornets are bad on the road. This line should be closer to even and if it were, I'd still like the Bulls. I think they win this game. Play Bulls +4.5.

Last game listed 76ers hosting the Nets. 76ers favored by -8.5. The 76ers are great at home while the Nets suck on the road. The 76ers have won the last 2 meetings between these teams and I see no reason why they lose this game. It's possible they don't cover, but I think they will. Play 76ers -8.5.

Those are my picks for today, good luck with your picks/bets!