Free Basketball Pick #1
Warriors @ Clippers:
Both teams have been slipping lately and have a chance to knock each other out in a few games with this back-to-back. The keys to the game here will be the duos of each team. He’s also not that deep, so they need Kaman and Brand or Davis and Richardson to have big games. If Kaman gets into foul trouble, the Warriors have a chance. Predicted Score: Golden State wins on a buzzer beat 95-93
Free Basketball Selection #2
Sonics@Suns:
Seattle won Miami, Phoenix, San Antonio and Detroit last year. Not much this year. Both teams are missing their Centers from last year and definitely have rebounding issues. Expect little defense and a lot of attack. Take the baton in this game to the bank, as the score will be enough. Predicted score: Phoenix win with a style they love 117-112
Free Basketball Selection #3
Nuggets @ Spurs:
This was the first ABC game to be scheduled last year (maybe they’re in for a loop). Tim Duncan has to take over. I know they like to play as a team, but Duncan has Francisco Elson defending him. If Bruce Bowen shuts down Carmelo, the Nuggets won’t have a chance. This game is not going to close at all. Predicted Score: San Antonio wins 94-77