Sacramento @ Toronto: Ron Artest needed some time to brake into his Kings uniform, partly since he hadn't played in over 40 days. Now his minutes should be up to about 30-35. The Raptors are one of the highest scoring teams. Does getting Artest mean Sacramento will lose offense or have an increase in defense? In only his second game back, we do not see the defensive impact of Artest yet so yet another high scoring game. The over/under in this game is set at 203 and we advise you to take the over and put a small play on the Raptors getting 1.5 points at home. Predicted Score: Toronto wins 107-103
Heat @ Rockets: T-Mac has to do it by himself against Dwayne Wade. They brought in Stromile Swift just for situations like this. Howard, Swift, and Mutumbo have to combine for 20 points and 20 rebounds to stop Shaq. This game is too close to call as compared to the odds. Predicted Score: Miami wins 95-90
Suns @ Cavaliers: This should be a run-and-gun game. However Cavs coach Mike Brown hasn't let LeBron and company run the show just yet. In effect, Cleveland probably won't be able to keep up with the Suns. Gooden and Ilgauskas need good defensive performances. The over/under here is set at 207 and the Suns are underdogs, parlay the Suns with the Over.Predicted Score: Phoenix wins 112-94
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