I wouldn't bet against the Clippers.

I've got Clippers with the benefit of the spread. Even though they are without their best players, it's clear that they are still an extremely competitive basketball team (as illustrated by their various comebacks in the past few weeks).

Much value to be had imo and it's not just luck.

As I have said in the past, Vogel's coaching tenure might be over after the All Star break. The Lakers management have been tinkering of removing him from the job. Maybe the only reason why they still consider him is that he gave them a championship. But this season, it was really different as they struggle to stay above .500 even with a solid team roster. So let's see what will be the final decision by the Lakers. But I'm sure everyone wouldn't be surprised if he gets axe as the coach of the Lakers for the remainder of the season.

It's hard not to notice the GSW's performance vs Timberwolves, this team is indeed getting better again and now Klay's average PPG is 15.8
The Splash Brothers is now active and again a threat in the league, especially when Green returns because they'll be more tougher and stronger together as they're hard to guard. Can't wait to see them again playing tho!

Hornets had another impressive game last night against Lakers. It was a really competitive and close game and Hornets managed to win by a result like 117-114. Lebron and Davis both were absent for this game and Lakers were going to have a hard time. Actually, this time Westbrook took the responsibility of carrying the team and he played really nice by scoring 35 points. However, his field goal success percentage was below 50. And you can't win every game while you are depending on a specific player also. Hornets still won by a nice team play.

That's given Hornets got a huge lead and from just a quick blink they where eaten by Lakers by the help of Westbrook but still they are lucky since they still take the Win and save their asses from the anger of MJ.

There's a problem with the Lakers system I don't know why they can't still figure out those one or maybe there current players are really not fit on their existing system maybe this season we can't see them fail even if they have Lebron and Davis back in their line up.

The fight was close during 1st to 3rd quarter then the lead become huge on last quarter which is very crucial. I don't know you really want to emphasized on your statement above but Giannis and Middleton completely dominate the game at crucial times which kicks can't handle. A typical game that whoever let go the will to fight will be the loser.

Honestly do you bet against the Bucks?

Vogel isn't fit for the current roster its pretty obvious so the problem lies either him or with the roster and base on what we are seeing, I think he is the problem so letting him go is a stepping stone for the team to perform better maybe after the all star break.

I thought that the Hornets will blowout their huge lead and loss after but they are lucky that the last shot of Westbrook didn't went in in the final seconds. Its a 2 point lead only but he chooses to shot a three pointer where he has a low percentage. Maybe shooting a perimeter shot where he averages high would be better and put it into overtime than risking a three. Anyway, I just hope that Vogel give more minutes to Howard. I think Howard is more efficient than Jordan but I still don't know why he isn't letting Howard to play. Hmmmmm.

I think it's already expected that Hornets will be favored in todays game because Lakers have announced earlier that LeBron and AD won't be available in the game due to their existing injury. And while WB led the team temporarily and made 30+ points doesn't make them more secure because you're correct mate, the other players are just heavily depending to their key players and doesn't help contribute points.
While the Hornets are consisted of young and new players but their performance and talents are just undeniably great as they're continue to show the league what they got. And note, almost all of them made 20+ points.

He did, but it was still a close game and I'm impressed with how the Clippers are playing so far. They don't need a star player like PG, they are playing well as a team, it's just unfortunate that they don't have enough talent to compete against a top team like the Miami Heat.