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Re: 11-12-08
Ron Raymond's 5* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK
Pick # 1 Philadelphia 76ers / Toronto Raptors Over 184.5 -110
Ron Raymond's 5* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK
Pick # 1 Philadelphia 76ers / Toronto Raptors Over 184.5 -110
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Re: 11-12-08
BEN BURNS BLUECHIP TOTAL
I'm playing on the Suns and Rockets to finish UNDER the total. Five of the last six meetings between these teams, which were played here at Phoenix, have fallen below the total. I feel that tonight's line, which has already climbed several points from its opener, presents us with an excellent opportunity to cash another under ticket. The Suns are still putting up healthy numbers, averaging 103 points per game. However, that's not quite as many as they were scoring prior to the Shaq trade. (Note that they've scored less than 95 points in two of their last three games against the Rockets.) More importantly, they have been playing somewhat better defense, as only one team (New Orleans got 108) has scored more than 103 points against them. As for the Rockets, they've been having some trouble scoring lately. They managed only 82 points in a blowout loss at LA a couple of nights ago and have only reached triple-digits once all season. While McGrady will surely shoot better tonight, its worth noting that the Rockets star is an awful 1-for-16 in his last two games. As usual, despite the blowout vs. the Lakers, the Rockets' defense still ranks in the top five in the league, in terms of points allowed. Not surprisingly, five of Houston's seven games have produced 200 combined points or less. Off the poor defensive effort at LA, I expect the Rockets to have some extra intensity on the defensive side of the ball tonight and for the final combined score to stay below what I feel is a generous total. *Blue ChipComment
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Re: 11-12-08
indiancowboy
Take Kent State (POD) +1 over Temple (Wednesday @ 8pm). Sometimes you just feel it in the air. You just feel that something is up and you have this inkling and this itch. Such is the case about this game. Although roughly 58% are riding Temple here and my initial lean is on Temple, there are a few things that changes your mind. For starters, the public is on Temple. Second of all, anything goes on in the MAC. Kent State remember has revenge from last year when they lost 14-24 on the road. Temple comes off an admirable loss to Navy on the road in OT. Temple beat Miami of Ohio on the road and and lost to Central Michigan on the road by just 10. Kent State comes off a tough loss to Bowling Green on the road as they return home. Temple is 116th in the nation in total offense (97th pass, 112 rush). Temple is also 64th in the nation in defense (54 pass, 79 rush). Kent State is 37th in the nation in offense (96th pass and 11th rush) and 95th in the nation in defense (71th in pass and 99 in rush). In short, with revenge, a clear advantage in offense and a defense that although is statistically weaker but will have a crowd behind it, I like Kent State to get it done here at home. Kent State is 7-3 ATS after allowing 40 points in their previous game.
Take New Orleans Hornets +1 over Los Angeles Lakers (Wednesday @ 8pm). Lakers still remain undefeated. They defeated the Mavs in a come back win yesterday and now go east to play the Hornets. The Hornets of course are rested for this game and ready to give the Lakers their first loss. Over 60% back the Lakers here however. I know the Lakers are undefeated but this is a prime spot for the Hornets to do some damage and make a statement here at home where the crowd will be raucous and ready to go. Lakers are also on a back to back here and although they have depth, the Hornets have been sitting at home waiting for this game. Listen, I know it's not easy to pull the trigger on this game. I understand that. But, the bottom line is that the Lakers are on back to backs here and at some point the bubble has to burst. So, why not here? Why should it not burst with a New Orleans team that is just waiting for the Lakers to come in to make a statement? Why should it not burst with a New Orleans team that is deep, well coached and has plenty of revenge from last year with a crowd that will be rowdy for this game? I'll take the home team to get it done here as I will ride Chris Paul to the bank.
Weber State +12.5. Weber State traditionally is a pretty good program and they are dogged by 12 points here. Heck, at one point they had covered 6 straight games from the Sky Conference and although Miami of Ohio is a good team, I don't know if the spread is reflective of the fact how well Weber State is coached. The bottom line is, I will take Weber State here on a neutral site as this is the 2k Hoops Classic in Pauley Pavillion in Los Angeles, California. Obviously, with Weber State coming out of the Sky, they will have fans far more well traveled than Miami of Ohio of the East Coast and I'd like to think the little known Weber State team that was very competitive for the Sky Conference Championship last year puts up a good fight here and I'll gladly take the double-digit points as I think Weber State likely loses this game by about 6 points. Let's roll.Comment
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Re: 11-12-08
vegas-runner | CFB Side Triple-Dime Bet
306 N. Illinois -4.0 (-105) SportBet vs 305 Cent. Michigan
Analysis:
*** NCAAFB 3* "PRIME-TIME" GAME of the WEEK ***
(Sportbet.com ... N.ILL -4 and -105)
Wed, 11/12/08 - 8:00 PMvegas-runner | CFB Total Single-Dime Bet
306 N. Illinois / 305 Cent. Michigan Under 50.0 Bodog
Analysis: * 1* NCAAFB TOTAL
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Re: 11-12-08
Mike Lineback
4* Portland Trail Blazers +2 -110
Portland are still undervalued IMO. They are deep and talented and pose serious
matchup problems for opponents. Oden is expected back tonight which gives
visitors more of a size advantage vs. the Heat--one of their weaknesses. Sure
Miami have Wade but they are relying on two rookies--Charmers & Beasley--for
major contributions every night. Plus will be first game in national spotlight
for newbies. In addition, Miami really no quality wins to speak of. Meanwhile,
Portland have already played the best in the West and are coming off a quality
win at Orlando. Portland have more talent, size & depth and get the win tonight.Comment
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