Daily Picks 2-1-21

8:00 Houston @ OKC +5

Our pick: - 5 Rockets

Since the James Harden trade, the Rockets have had the number one defense, and the Thunder have the second worse offense in the league. I see the Rockers five game win streak continue.

8:00 New York @ Chicago -4.5

Our pick: Knicks +155

In Thibodeau’s revenge game, I expect the Knicks to win. They are yet to beat a team in the top 15 for defensive rating, excluding the Rockets when they had James Harden.

8:30 Phoenix @ Dallas -2.5

Our pick: Phoenix +135

The early season struggles of Dallas continue, with no sign of improvement. Since his return, Porzingis has not been efficient or as productive as Dallas hoped. I see the Suns going 2-0 against them.