NBA

NBA: 115-113-10 (+6.48u @ 50.4%)

Philadelphia 76ers At Toronto Raptors
1ST H - 76ERS -2 (x2) WIN

Really like Philadelphia here in Toronto tonight! The Sixers got their groove back last night and carry on with it here. While they are on b2b games due to the easily win this wont be an issue, even so I'm taking them in the 1st half only as they are one of the best starting teams.
This is a huge revenge game for the Sixers as Toronto beat up on them just a week ago winning by 20+! Big issue for the Raptors here is they now have no Bargnani or Bayless. With nothing to play for a just don't see any motivation angles to help Toronto in this one.

Phili still with a fight on their hands to make this years playoffs is all the more reason for them to come out focused here tonight. The Sixers are an extremely deep side and will prove far to strong in alot of areas. 76ers lead well at the main break!
(2.2u @ 1.91 @ Centrebet)


Indiana Pacers At Cleveland Cavaliers
ATS - PACERS -7.5 (x1) LOSS

Indiana currently holds the 3rd seed in the East! that's a huge effort and one they will be desperate to hang on to. Every game from here till the playoffs is a must win for this club if they want to give themselves the best opportunity. The Cavs on the other hand are spent. Unfortunately they have been hit with to many injuries and now have no reason to really suit up. Its all about 2012-13 now for them.

The Cavs are on b2b games and are  missing Irving, Gibson and of course Sessions has been traded, leaving a gaping hole in their back court! Indiana are strong and healthy right now and the addition of Barbosa has only added more depth. I like the Pacers with the rest to take care Cleveland here tonight. Pacers by 14.
(1.15u @ 1.88 @ Sportsbet)

ADDED
*4TH Q - NUGGETS -2.5 (x1)
(Up 9 @ 3rd. GL Nuggets -11.5)
(1.1u @ 1.91 @ Pinnacle)

NBA

NBA: 114-112-10 (+7.10u @ 50.4%)

Boston Celtics At Miami Heat
ATS - CELTICS +7.5 (x1) WIN

Miami host Boston in a big revenge match for the Heat! Miami were beaten badly against the Celtics last start. Rondo had a day out! A huge triple double and really exposed a weakness in Miami's line up. Charmers at the point was clearly out of his depth and Rondo will again look to take control of this match.
Wade will return after taking the last game off with and ankle compliant, weather he is 100% is unknown as he was always going to suit up for this rematch! Both teams here have had a night off and that works in Boston's favour. As the older team they clearly perform at the best with rest.

While Miami are always hard to beat at home and have revenge on their minds I like Boston in this spot getting 7.5 start. They are an experienced team and will be well prepared for Miami just as they were last start. The Celtics big four are healthy, Garnet has been in red hot form this past month, Allen seems to has embraced his new role off the bench, Pierce is always dangerous and well Rondo is they key tonight! I believe he will control the tempo of this game and I expect a tough and close match. Like the points here.
(1.1u @ 1.92 @ Sportsbet)


New York Knicks At Chicago Bulls
ATS - KNICKS +9 (x1.5) LOSS

Chicago and New York meet again after playing each other just days ago in a classic which the Knicks held on to beat the Bulls by a point in OT! Chicago were disappointing in many areas of this game. Their shooting was off with Rose one of the main culprit's. They struggled on the boards as Chandler proved to big a force on defense and Deng was totally out played by Melo!

I expect the Bulls to respond here and are exceptional at home. However New York is in fantastic form and full of confidence right now. Shumpert was huge defensively in their last game, really putting the clamps on Rose and didn't give him any easy looks. Expect much of the same here. Deng needs to turn up also, at least defensively as Melo just did as he pleased last game. While when he is in that frame of mind he is almost impossible to stop, Deng also needs to offer something on offense.
Rumour is Rose pulled up sore after his first game back. As anyone who has returned from a long lay off with injury will know, it's much harder to get up for your second game back. With that in mind I like the Knicks to be really competitive here and happy to take the +9 on offer!
(1.65u @ 1.92 @ Sportsbet)

NBA

Phoenix Suns At Minnesota Timberwolves
ATS - SUNS -2.5 (x1) WIN

Phoenix are making a charge for that final playoff spot in the West! Coming off a huge win against the Lakers their confidence will be through the roof! It must be noted that Kobe did not play that game but even so the Suns have won 4 of their last 5 to keep their hopes alive!

Minnesota are going in the complete opposite direction! Losing their past 5 straight have officially put the cue in the rack for 2011-12 and are looking to next season already! Injuries to key personal at the business end of this season has forced their hand with Big Petrovic, Beasley and of course Rubio out for the Year.
Beasley and Petrovic have returned and K.Love is still put up huge numbers but with little motivation and no dominate point guard I think another loss is on the cards. As long as Phoenix can contain Love, I think Nash will really hurt Minnesota the other way. Take the inform side here and that's clearly Phoenix! Suns cover and win by 10!
(1.1u @ 1.92 @ Sportsbet)

NRL

MONDAY

Manly Sea Eagles vs Penrith Panthers
ATS - SEA EAGLES -5.5 (x1) WIN

Manly look to bounce back from and ordinary start to 2012. The Sea Eagles have had to face a number of obstacles to begin their title defense but have now lost 3 in a row and none more demoralising than last weeks defeat at the hands of the Eels! This is a very proud group and look for them to bounce back strong. A game at Brookie is just whats needed.

Penrith have been hot and cold also to start 2012, mostly cold but not much more was really expected of this group this season. They have lost all 3 games at home this season so a trip away could be a good thing? But not this week, Penrith has not fared well at Brookvale over the years. Manly still has to much talent and in front of their home fans will put on a show! Sea Eagles by 14.
(1.2u @ 1.84 @ Centrebet)