Miami jumped out of the gates fast winning and covering five of its first six games,
while playing outstanding defense. The Heat, though, lacks the firepower to knock off
the Cavaliers. CLEVELAND 97-94.
*Los Angeles Lakers over Phoenix by 8
The Lakers’ offense has been down with Pau Gasol sidelined during the first few games
of the season and receiving little punch off the bench. Still, the Lakers have too much
defense for Phoenix on the road. Since last year’s All-Star break, the Lakers have gone
under in 12 of their last 15 home games as a favorite of eight or more through the first
week of November. LA LAKERS 102-94.