NBA Picks & Basketball Betting Predictions for April 17th 2010

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Free MLB Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks +120 (Jimmy Boyd)
I’m not ready to pay juice for the Padres in this spot when you consider that they are 0-6 in their last 6 games following a win and 0-6 in their last 6 after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game. Plus, the D-backs have taken 9 of the last 13 meetings in the series and they are 6-1 in their last 7 games following a loss. Kevin Correia has been solid for the Padres but he is just 2-5 lifetime when starting against Arizona. Meanwhile, Kris Benson is 2-1 lifetime when starting against San Diego. We’ll take the Snakes at a solid price today.

Free MLB Pick: St. Louis Cardinals -110 (Jim Feist)
The name pitcher here is Johan Santana, but he has not been sharp, with a 4.91 ERA. There have been concerns about him the last two years, from elbow problems to a decline in velocity. In his last start he faced the Washington Nationals and got smoked, allowing 5 runs in 5 innings, 3 walks, and a grand slam. Now he faces the talented St. Louis offense. The Cardinals have home field and starter Jaime Garcia (1.50 ERA), who pitched 6 strong innings against the Brewers. Play the Cardinals.