First game tonight we have the Bucks looking to close out the Celtics. They get this game at home and they have a prime opportunity to move on to the Eastern Conference Finals. The Bucks opened as 9.5 point favorites to close out the series and that has since been bet down to 8.5. The Celtics lost both home games in this series after winning game 1. They have lost 3 in a row and got booed off their home floor after game 4. I expect them to play for some pride in this one because they have nothing to lose. I think they ultimately lose the game but compete hard and keep the game close.

The Rockets travel to Oakland to take on the Warriors. This series is tied up at 2 games a piece with both teams winning the games on their home floor. Whoever wins this game will likely win this series and I expect the home court advantage will play a pivotal role. I think there isn't any question that the Warriors are the better team in this series. The only question for them is can they rebound after 2 close losses on the road. I think they can and I expect the Warriors to come out and win this game. Six points is a lot of points but I think the Warriors are more than capable of covering it.