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BOSTON over *Chicago (NBA)...Boston is on a 5-game spread win streak and has covered 4 of 5 laying single digits on the road this season through Dec. 9. The Celtics, who are now into their third season with the same starting group, seem to be meshing perfectly for a run at wresting the title from the Lakers. Chicago struggles offensively, and Bulls have dropped 9 of last 11 vs. the number through Dec. 7. Chicago played last night, and Bulls are 0-3 when unrested. BOSTON 96 - *Chicago 77 RATING - 10

*BOISE STATE over San Diego...WCC sources say be on alert for potentially deteriorating situation at USD, where Toreros have unraveled after positive start and could have brewing internal issues in wake of star G Brandon Johnson’s suspension prior to ugly blowout loss at Fresno State Dec. 6. Meanwhile, Boise feeling a lot better about itself now that 6-9 Wyo transfer Okoye (14.4 ppg & 9.4 rpg) establishing himself as a force in paint, and HC Graham pleased with early contributions of juco Fs Arnold & Montreal.
*BOISE STATE 76 - San Diego 57 RATING - 10