William Burns Sports Picks

(#508) Oklahoma City Thunder | ATS | . 

Los Angeles is simply not great. The Clippers did win their opening game. But, they followed it up with a loss against the Lakers last time out. While the Clips did manage to cover the spread in that game, I believe that it's finally time for LAC to crumble against one of the best teams in the entire NBA. 

Oklahoma City is off to a perfect start this season & should continue that for a while. Shai hasn't even been performing up to his standards and the team is still cooking. Back at home for another game, this one could get early and stay bad throughout. Give me OKC. 

Burns' Prediction: 129-103 Thunder.

(#207065) Celtic F.C. | 3-Way ML | . 

Even on the road, I love this matchup for Celtic F.C.. Currently the #1 team in the Scottish Premiership, Celtic owns a 8-0-1 record at the moment. Not only that, but it's scored 23 goals so far while conceding just five within the league. Hibernian ranks dead last in the SFPL, with a 2-1-6 record. I'm simply not sure why this line is so low. There's nothing more to be said. Expect a blowout here from Celtic. 

Burns' Prediction: 3-0 Celtic.

(#59) Colorado Avalanche | ATS | . 

Colorado finally got back on track on Friday, winning big against Tampa Bay after consecutive defeats. I'm expecting the Avalanche to stay hot on Sunday evening. They were the highest scoring team in hockey last season and have a very similar roster. There's no question that I believe that Colorado is one of the teams to beat in the Western Conference once again this year. 

On the other hand, it's looking like another down-season for the Nashville Predators. Don't get me wrong, the Preds have looked strong in some games this season. But, the 3-3-4 record is quite horrendous. Colorado should win this one and by multiple goals on Sunday. 

Burns' Prediction: 6-2 Avalanche.

(#452) New Orleans Saints | ATS | . 

Pittsburgh won in overtime last week against the injury-bugged Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although I've been slightly impressed with the Steelers and what they've been able to do in the post-Tomlin era so far, I still am not completely sold on them. This is a very competitive division and despite this being a non-conference game, Pittsburgh could have its mind on the Browns game coming up next week (lost to them earlier this month.) 

Looking at the Saints, they are also coming off a win. New Orleans' offense has been fantastic this season led by Tyler Shough. I expect more offensively brilliance this week with Juwan Johnson getting more action than last week. With a bye week looming next week, there should be no limitations in Europe here for New Orleans. Give me the Saints plus the points. 

Burns' Prediction: 24-20 Saints.

(#456) New York Jets | ATS | . 

Miami comes into this game off a bye. But, that's not going to help the Dolphins whatsoever. It's pretty clear the Miami remains one of, if not the worst team in the NFL and it didn't help that QB Malik Willis was banged up after the last game either. Miami could steal a game or two by the end of the season. But, it's not looking like that's going to happen any time soon & I'm willing to play against the cold streak here. 

New York hasn't been all that impressive either. But, AD Mitchell could return this week and the Jets have been significantly more competitive than the Dolphins have this year. As a matter of fact, they challenged a red hot NE Pats team on the road last week. The Jets return home this time around. I've got NYJ by at least a touchdown on Sunday. 

Burns' Prediction: 31-14 Jets.

(#471) Los Angeles Rams | ATS | . 

Considering that it was the pre-season favorite to win the Super Bowl, Los Angeles has been dreadful this season. A 2-4 record is never good for any team. Especially one in this spot. That being said, injuries haven't been the issue. Between the play-calling & players just not performing, I finally expect LAR to get going here in Week 7. It's now or never for the Rams and I still believe. 

Looking at Las Vegas, it's suffered three consecutive defeats now, & two straight against AFC East opponents (Patriots & Bills.) The Raiders had looked like a playoff contending team before this lapse. However, the defense has been dreadful recently. Over those three losses, they've allowed 107 points (an average of 35.67 OPPG.) 

Both teams have been struggling & that could be the best case scenario for the Rams. Matthew Stafford is still on the top of the rankings for passing yards. But, the points just haven't been there. I expect LAR's offense to finally break out in that point column here. Lay the points. 

Burns' Prediction: 37-20 Rams.