20* Los Angeles Lakers
Tonight I am taking the Los Angeles Lakers as small home favorites against Brooklyn. The Nets just cut ties with Joe Johnson and even though he wasn't worth the money they were paying him, he was still one of their better players. The Lakers should have Kobe back tonight as there is only 22 games left until he starts his retirement. Look for him to make the most of the time he has left. This is a very winnable game for the Lakers and I believe Kobe and company get it done tonight. Take the Lakers!