John Ryan
Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks (NBA) - Apr 14, 2008 7:35 PM EDT
Play: Point Spread: 6.5/-102 New York Knicks

Ai Simulator 3* graded play on the Knicks. Meaningless game apparently on the service, but the AiS does show a 73% probability that the Knicks will lose this game by 6 or fewer points. However, the Knicks might not have to deal with Boston's biggest threats in this meeting. Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen and Paul Pierce each played fewer than 25 minutes in Boston's 102-86 win over Milwaukee on Friday night and played just three quarters in a 99-89 win over Atlanta the following night. Pride will also be a factor as this will more than likely be Thomas’ last home game as coach of the Knicks and the players also will be motivated to impress their new President as well so that too are not let go from the team. Supporting this graded play is a system that has produced a record of 105-55 for 66% ATS since 2002. Play against favorites that are off an upset win as a road dog and is a tired team playing 8 or more games in 14 days. Despite being a very poor team, the Knicks do rebound from dismal defensive performances. Note that surprisingly the Knicks are 7-0 ATS after a game where they allowed a shooting pct. of 55% or higher this season.

Take the Knicks.

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