Merry Christmas from the NBA

Whether you were naughty or nice the NBA is gifting you some big games on Christmas Day



Bulls
Knicks at ---> ESPN 9:00AM

Up first at 9am the Bulls meet the Knicks in Madison Square Garden..The Bulls have been on fire of late with the return of Carlos Boozer, winning 9 of their last 10 games. The Knicks were the upstart team for a while but have cooled off after losing 3 of their last 4.

The Bulls are coming off an ugly win against the Wiz but coach Tom Thibodeau is confident his team is ready to play christmas day. "We're 14 deep, we have great belief in our bench. When one guy goes down, or is in foul trouble, or sick, the next guy steps in and does the job."

They'll need some of that bench play to try and slow down the 30 pt machine that is Amare Stoudemire. Taj Gibson and Kurt Thomas will be key for the Bulls in this one

Prediction: Bulls send Spike Lee a lump of coal and win 109-100


Boston
Orlando at---> ABC 11:30AM

Boston is the hottest team in the NBA right now winning 14 in a row. And the Magic? Well not as good winning only 2 of their last 10..However the Magic looked great Friday night as they beat the NBA leading Spurs snapping their 10 game win streak.

The Celtics are probably the most complete team in the NBA doing it with great passing and tough defense but could struggle against the Dwight Monster. Howard has been a double double machine, grabbing 20+ boards on a few occasions and will go to work against Semih Erden and the Shamrock (Shaq).

Not having Rondo will be a big blow for the Celtics but Nate Robinson has been doing a decent job helping the Celtics continue their win streak.

If the the Magic's new additions can be a factor in this one the they will give the Celtics a run for their money..

Prediction: Orlando lights up the scoreboard ending the Celtics win streak 115-98


Miami
Lakers at---> ABC 3:00PM

This is the big one...I have had this game on my calender since the NBA schedule was released last summer for sooooo many reasons.

1. Kobe vs LeBron

Duh..this a matchup every one wants to see every year and I promise you it wont disappoint.

2. Finals

A lot a analyst picked this as the Finals matchup this year and we get a sneak preview!

3. LA/Kobe on Christmas

The Lakers playing on Christmas is like the Cowboys on Thanksgiving..its tradition and Kobe always makes it special, hitting on a game winner last year to beat the Celtics.

4. LeBron, Kobe, Wade, Gasol, Bosh..

Need I say more?

Needless to say this will be an exciting game featuring two teams with contrasting styles..

Prediction: The HEAT take out the champs in a close one..101-98


Denver
Oklahoma City at--->ESPN 5:00PM

Should be good game with lots of scoring..If you aren't eatin' dinner make sure you check this one out to see Durant and Westbrook, two of the most exciting young players in the NBA

Prediction: The Thunder roll at home 111-98


Portland
Golden State at--->ESPN 7:30PM

Eh, by this time you'll probably be playing your new video games or watching a movie or something and thats probably a good call because this game will be a stinky one.. Golden State is playing well below expectations and Portland's play is like watching paint dry. If you havent seen Monta Ellis play then check it out but other than that I'd pass on this one..

Prediction: Warriors at home 104-89


Merry Christmas and Enjoy the games!




Jace P