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The Cowboys have the opportunity to notch consecutive wins for the first time this season when they take on the Wests Tigers. The Tigers were outplayed by the Warriors last round and they seemed to have lost some real momentum after an outstanding start to the season. The Cowboys were able to rely on their big names in the win over Penrith and they looked to have turned things around to record an impressive win against the Panthers. I’m backing the Cowboys to record another win in Sydney and kickstart their climb up the NRL ladder.
The news about Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson should be enough to inspire Jose Mourhino’s men to victory this week against West Ham. Former United manager David Moyes won’t be expecting any favours from his old side as they struggle to fight off the threat of relegation. United may have struggled for consistency this season but should be able to find another gear and record a comfortable win
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The Dodgers have struggled to recapture their 2017 form and have struggled for consistency this season. The LA side have struggled for wins this season and may find the going tough against the Diamondbacks. Arizona have shown some fight this season and they have the potential to surprise the Dodgers on the road. I’m backing the Diamondbacks to get up in what is sure to be a tight contest.
The 76ers are on the verge of elimination and will need to find something special to remain alive in the series with the next two games in Boston. The Celtics have found a way to put the dampeners on Ben Simmons, restricting the impact of the 76ers sensation. No team has ever come back to win a series from a 3-0 deficit and despite winning their last game the 76ers may struggle to tame the Celtics in front of a hostile crowd in Boston.