Free Basketball Pick #1
Grizzlies @ Pistons: It was a double-overtime game the last time Memphis and Detroit met. This is a great defensive matchup. While the point tally may not be that high, it will surely be close. No Damon Stoudemire this time for the Grizzlies who had a great 20 point game. Bobby Jackson will have to step up. Predicted Score: Detroit wins 85-82
Free Basketball Selection #2
Suns @ Hawks: Joe Johnson meets the Suns for the first time this year. He got exactly what he wanted: a big contract with little chance of winning. Boris Diaw was just a throw-in for the Suns in the Johnson trade, but he’s played phenomenally in Phoenix. This game probably won’t score as high as most people anticipate and will be closer than most people realize. Predicted Score: Phoenix wins 103-99
Free Basketball Selection #3
Heat @ Bobcats: Premo Brezoc isn’t the first player you want watching Shaq. Dwayne Wade is sure to have a great game with little to oppose him. The Bobcats just don’t go into this game without talent to compete. They play hard when healthy, but that has been in short supply of late. Predicted Score: Miami wins 95-80
