The lakers do not like playing defense in games that are not significant. THe lakers are vulnerable on defense. The lakers are not going to play defense until the playoffs start. The Lakers do give way too many points in the first quarter of games. The Lakers at times do not appear to be motivated especially when they play sub 500 teams. This game does matter to the lakers but being healthy and not incurring injuries is a priority. THe Clippers should score 26 or 27 points in the first quarter.
I am 99.9% certain that the Jazz will score more 25 points in the 1st quarter. I am not that confident with the clippers. I would say that I am about 75% confident. The Clippers have difficulty scoring points mainly because of injuries at key positions. If the clippers do go over 24 points, it is going to be very narrow margin.
Not liking the Clips play very much.....agree that they are a better 2nd half team.
Jazz 1st qtr play looks absolutely golden.....as long as the Jazz can cut out the TO's and run their offense. They have a tendency to turn the rock over and run a sloppy offense on the road. That being said I think Jerry has his team ready for a long playoff run and they score well over 25 in the 1st q tomorrow.
Plays for Friday (all first quarter plays)
Pacers team total over 26
Twolves team total over 24
Wizzards team total over 24
Spurs team total under 26
lakers team total under 28