I had a terrible day with yesterdays picks going a 1-5 on the day. The only winner I had was the Kings, the 76ers missed covering by .5 a point but that game went into OT so it shouldn't have even been that close. I also mistakenly read the line on the Bulls Hornets game thinking the Bulls were the underdog, the Bulls were favored by -5 and even if they were getting 5, still would have lost. 9 games on tap tonight so let's see if I can get some winners.

First game listed we have the Mavs taking on the Magic. Mavs favored by -3.5. Orlando is playing subpar this year while the Mavs are a pretty good road team. The Mavs are still without Luka though and the Magic were pretty good after the all star break last season. Play Magic +3.5.

Next we have the Wizards hosting the Cavs. Wizards favored by -6. The road team has won every game so far in this series and I think it's a trend I'll go with again. Play Cavs +6.

Suns facing the Raptors in Toronto. Raptors favored by -7.5 The Raptors had their winning streak snapped right before the all star break while the Suns have been playing bad all year. I think the Raptors return to their winning ways and probably cover this line. Play Raptors -7.5

Celtics taking on the Wolves. Celtics favored by -7.5. This is a big line for a road game but it's warranted. The Wolves are in tank mode and I think the Celtics win this game and cover this spread easily. Play Celtics -7.5

Pacers in NY taking on the Knicks. Pacers favored by -6.5. These teams have played each other close each game this year. In fact it was the Knicks prevailing the last time they met and that was in Indiana. They get this game at home and I think they can keep it relatively close. Play Knicks +6.5.

Spurs in Utah to take on the Jazz. Jazz favored by -7. The Spurs won the first game between these teams and the Jazz were slumping before the all star break. This spread is way too high. Play Spurs +7.

Grizzlies facing the Lakers. Lakers favored by -11. The Grizzlies played last night and lost to the Kings while the Lakers have been resting for over a week. The Lakers have won both games between these teams so far but the last win was by only 1 point. This spread is a little high. Maybe the Grizzlies cover. Play Grizzlies +11.

Nuggets playing at OKC. Thunder favored by -1. I really like the Thunder in this game. They haven't received much respect all season but they're good at home and have a good season record. The Nuggets won the first game between these teams but I think the Thunder get this win. Play Thunder -1.

New Orleans in Portland to play the Trailblazers. Pelicans favored by -5.5. Damien Lillard is out for this game but I think I still like the Trailblazers here. The Pelicans are going for the season sweep and that's just hard to do against any opponent and getting points on their home floor. I'll take that any time. Play Blazers +5.5.

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