10* COACHS CORNER ~ WON BIG 3 OF L4 DAYS!
(NBA) New York vs. LA Lakers,
Point Spread: -4.50 | -110.00 LA Lakers (Home)
Result: Loss
The set-up: New York has been playing unbelievably well and it's now back in the playoffs. It enters off a highly satisfying 106-100 win over the Clippers, avenging an earlier loss. But with a night off before three straight at home to end the regular season, this absolutely sets up as a look-ahead spot for the visiting side.

The pick: The Lakers are off a big 123-110 home win over the Suns and with LBJ returning to the line-up tonight, this MEANS a lot to The King and the Lakers overall, who also play with revenge here now after a 111-96 setback in the Big Apple in mid April. Lay the points, expect a blowout.

This is a 10* COACHS CORNER on the Lakers.