I'm playing on BROOKLYN. The Clippers sat their top weapons down the stretch against the Blazers yesterday, seemingly not interested in winning - or perhaps even trying to give Portland the 8th spot, as that hurts the Lakers more. Yet, they won anyway. With games against Western Conf. opponents (Denver and OKC) on deck, I don't see them being highly motivated to win this one in a blowout. Yes, the Nets have now clinched a spot and will be a little short-handed themselves. However, unlike the Clippers, they had yesterday off. They can take a page out of LA's book about how to keep fighting with the backups in, too. With the Clips at 3-6-1 ATS when playing the second of b2b days, I say this one proves closer than most will be expecting.