Basketball returns after the All Star break and a playoff spot is what teams are after going into the most crucial part of the season. We preview the selected NBA matches taking place on the 23rd of February and check out with our full predictions.
23 February 2019
Indiana Pacers 4/10 vs New Orleans Pelicans 7/4
23. Feb 2019, 02:00
Indianapolis, USA
Bankers Life Fieldhouse
The Pacers shouldn’t have any real trouble when they host the Pelicans in Indianapolis. The Pacers recently lost their six match winning streak when they fell to the Bucks on Valentine’s day.
The Pelican’s All Star, Anthony Davis has clearly stated that his future is not in New Orleans and the superstar was not given a transfer after he demanded a request. That, could effect the mood in the New Orleans camp.
Head to Head in Recent Years
Indiana Pacers 11 – 5 New Orleans
Verdict: Pacers 4/10
Toronto Raptors 1/4 vs San Antonio Spurs 24/10
23. Feb 2019, 02:00
Toronto, Canada
Scotiabank Arena
The Raptors are riding high on a six match winning streak, with their most impressive wins against the Nets and the 76ers.
The Spurs broke their four match “on the road” losing streak when they beat the Grizzlies. But a trip to Toronto might be a stretch too far for the San Antonian’s.
Head to Head in Recent Years
Toronto Raptors 5 – 13 San Antonio Spurs
Verdict: Toronto Raptors 1/4
Dallas Mavericks 13/10 vs Denver Nuggets 11/20
23. Feb 2019, 03:30
Dallas, USA
American Airlines Center
The Denver Nuggets are on track to possibly recording their 40th win of the 2018/19 season when they travel to Dallas to face the Mavericks.
Dallas need to win their remaining matches to fight for the final Western Conference playoff spot, and will be under pressure against a strong Nuggets side.
Head to Head in Recent Years
Dallas Mavericks 8 – 10 Denver Nuggets
Verdict: Denver Nuggets 13/10
Oklahoma City Thunder 11/20 vs Utah Jazz 13/10
23. Feb 2019, 04:30
Oklahoma City, USA
Chesapeake Energy Arena
Oklahoma are sitting firmly on third spot in the Western Conference, and with eight wins form two losses they look likely to put away the Jazz in Oklahoma. Russell Westbrook is the player to watch and is averaging 21.9 points, 13.5 assists, 13.3 rebounds and is currently on 24 triple-doubles this season.
Utah have lost four from their recent 10 matches with their recent loss at the hands of the Warriors. The Jazz will need Donovan Mitchell to fire from all cylinders in order to deliver and unlikely upset.
Head to Head in Recent Years
Oklahoma City Thunder 12 – 6 Utah Jazz
Oklahoma City Thunder 11/20
Remaining fixtures and predictions:
Charlotte Hornets 4/10
Orlando Magic 1/4
Chicago Bulls 26/10
Atlanta Hawks 13/10
Detroit Pistons 11/20
New York Knicks 18/10
Minnesota Timberwolves 4/10
Memphis Grizzlies 1/1
Los Angeles Clippers 15/20
