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New Jersey Nets +5 (-110)
 
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I would've liked to take Atlanta on the road but obviously I'm too late for that.  I don't like Atlanta's depth but they've been money on the road.
 
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Posted Record: 16-19-1 (-2.43 units)

I'm upset I didn't take either the Hawks on the road or San Antonio on the road.  Oh well, you live and you learn.
 
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No play today.  Tossup with OKC vs New Orleans and everything else looks like blowouts.
 
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Well, good thing I didn't bet today.  My leans would have gone 2-2 and I would have been lucky to get that.  OKC was my strongest lean but I don't trust my money with that team and they were behind late in the game.

Already got the Trailblazers tomorrow and waiting on the Spurs.
 
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Posted Record: 16-19-1 (-2.43 units)

Portland Trailblazers -3 (-110)

I don't particularly like taking road favs but I'll take a bite.  After looking at the Spurs game though, it looks like Golden State is the play.  However, I can't do that since I have Golden State putting up about 90-95 points and the Spurs putting up about 110.
 
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Posted Record: 16-20-1 (-3.43 units)

And of course the final score with San Antonio is 118 - 98.  Close enough to 110 - 95 if not regarding the O/U.

Anyway, don't know what happened with the Blazers.  They had a 4th quarter meltdown where they only scored 11 points.
 
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Wow, it just took me about 2 hours to log in.

Memphis Grizzlies -5 (-105)

This is both a play on Memphis at home and a fade on the Rockets on the road.
 
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Leans on the C's ATS because Boozer is new and too small (especially for the C's).  Other lean is on the Pacers ML on the road and I can't believe I'm saying that.  And the last lean is Dallas ML on the road.
 
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Atlanta Hawks +9 (-110)
 
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Posted Record: 16-22-1 (-5.43 units)

Milwaukee Bucks +5.5 (-110)
Milwaukee Bucks ML (+200)
 
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Posted Record: 16-24-1 (-7.43 units)

Denver Nuggets +7 (-110)
Utah Jazz +1 (-110)

I expect the Denver Nuggets to lose by about 2-5 points.

The only problem with Utah is they have played from behind too much.  The way to beat the Heat is just to build an early lead and let them meltdown.  But I will take this bet any day.  If you think about it, the Heat still haven't beat any team above .500 that doesn't have an injured starter.
 
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Posted Record: 16-26-1 (-9.43 units)

Woohoo another negative streak.

New Jersey Nets +10 (-110)
 
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Posted Record: 16-27-1 (-10.43 units)

Charlotte Bobcats +6.5 (-105)
Golden State Warriors +9 (-105)
 
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Bought back the GSW bet.
 
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Posted Record: 17-28-1 (-11.66 units)

And of course D Wade goes down right on cue.  Wow am I bad luck or what.  No matter what side I choose.
 
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Typical Golden State getting blown out by mildly defensive teams.
 
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Philadelphia 76'ers -1.5 (-110)
 
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Keep plugging away, dnt, it will come around
 
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Hang in there buddy
 
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Posted Record: 18-28-1 (-10.75 units)

Every line looks like crap today as I can't even make a pick on reduced juice Friday.  Too many equally matched teams playing tonight.
 
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Quote Originally Posted by dnt_fade_me_bro:

Posted Record: 18-28-1 (-10.75 units)

Every line looks like crap today as I can't even make a pick on reduced juice Friday.  Too many equally matched teams playing tonight.

just some advice, take it or not.  When you pick games, decide on the winner FIRST.  Don't even look at the lines.  Over 60-65% of the winners in games cover the spread over the season in almost all sports.  Don't try and find that diamond in the rough or "value" line.  Narrow plays to 2-4 per day and KEEP YOUR UNITS BET EQUAL on every play until you become more comfortable.  Remember it's a long season, you will endure many swings both good & bad.  By limiting your plays and great bankroll mngmt. & a little luck, you will come out on top when it's all said & done.

PS. Don't read through all of the threads on this site, you will find only good reasons to support both sides of every play you like.  Gl buddy, I'll be watching you just to see how you make out.  Hope all goes well......

 
 
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Corrected Record: 18-29-1 (-10.75 units)

Indiana Pacers -3.5 (-110)
Golden State Warriors +2 (-105)
Dallas Mavericks ML (+245)
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