Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — New Orleans Hornets vs. Los Angeles Lakers
January 6, 2009
The fans at STAPLES Center will be treated to a game between the New Orleans Hornets and the Los Angeles Lakers when they take their seats on Tuesday.
Oddsmakers currently have the Lakers listed as 8-point favorites versus the Hornets, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
The Hornets lost 105-100 by the Nuggets last time out, as 3.5-point road underdogs. The game’s 205 points made it OVER the posted total of 196.
Chris Paul dropped a game-high 30 points with five rebounds and 11 assists in the loss.
The Lakers defeated Portland 100-86 as an 11-point favorite on Sunday. The combined score fell UNDER the posted over/under total (200).
Kobe Bryant scored 26 points for the Lakers, while Pau Gasol added 19 points in the win.
Current streak:
Los Angeles has won 6 straight games.
Team records:
New Orleans: 20-10 SU, 12-16-2 ATS
Los Angeles: 27-5 SU, 16-16 ATS
New Orleans most recently:
When playing on Tuesday are 5-5
Before playing Utah are 4-6
After playing Denver are 4-6
After a loss are 6-4
Los Angeles most recently:
When playing on Tuesday are 3-7
Before playing Golden State are 8-2
After playing Portland are 9-1
After a win are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of New Orleans’s last 5 games when playing LA Lakers
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of New Orleans’s last 12 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of New Orleans’s last 6 games when playing on the road against LA Lakers
New Orleans is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
LA Lakers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games
LA Lakers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games
LA Lakers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of the LA Lakers last 5 games when playing New Orleans
Next up:
New Orleans at Utah, Wednesday, January 7
LA Lakers at Golden State, Wednesday, January 7
Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Indiana Pacers vs. Denver Nuggets
January 5, 2009
The fans at Pepsi Center will be treated to a game between the Indiana Pacers and the Denver Nuggets when they take their seats on Monday.
Oddsmakers currently have the Nuggets listed as 8½-point favorites versus the Pacers, while the game’s total is sitting at 222½.
Danny Granger went for 35 points to help the Pacers defeat the Kings 122-117 on Saturday. The Pacers failed to cover the 7.5-point spread, and the combined score sailed OVER the posted total of 215.
T.J. Ford tossed in 16 points, while four others reached double figures in that win.
The Nuggets held off the Hornets surge in the fourth quarter and came away with a 105-100 victory on Saturday. The Nuggets covered the 3.5-point spread, while the 205 points made it OVER the posted total of 196.
Carmelo Anthony led the way with 22 points and seven rebounds, while Chauncey Billups and Nene Hilario added 14 apiece in the win.
Current streak:
Indiana has won 2 straight games.
Denver has won 3 straight games.
Team records:
Indiana: 12-21 SU, 16-16-1 ATS
Denver: 23-12 SU, 19-15-1 ATS
Indiana most recently:
When playing on Monday are 3-7
Before playing Phoenix are 4-6
After playing Sacramento are 3-7
After a win are 4-6
Denver most recently:
When playing on Monday are 4-6
Before playing Miami are 5-5
After playing New Orleans are 4-6
After a win are 6-4
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Indiana’s last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Indiana’s last 5 games when playing Denver
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Indiana’s last 5 games when playing on the road against Denver
Indiana is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Denver’s last 5 games
Denver is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games when playing Indiana
Denver is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing Indiana
Denver is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
Next up:
Indiana at Phoenix, Wednesday, January 7
Denver home to Miami, Wednesday, January 7
Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Washington Wizards vs. Boston Celtics
January 2, 2009
The Washington Wizards and the Boston Celtics will both be trying to pick up a win on Friday when they battle at TD Banknorth Garden.
Oddsmakers currently have the Celtics listed as 14½-point favorites versus the Wizards, while the game’s total is sitting at 188½.
The Wizards were defeated 97-85 by the Hornets last time out, as 14.5-point underdogs. The 182 points went UNDER the posted total of 184.
Antawn Jamison netted 22 points with 12 rebounds for a double-double in the loss.
The Celtics were defeated 91-86 by the Trail Blazers last time out, as 6-point favorites. The 177 points fell UNDER the posted total of 184.
Paul Pierce netted a game-high 28 points with five rebounds in the loss.
Team records:
Washington: 6-24 SU, 13-17 ATS
Boston: 28-5 SU, 18-15 ATS
Washington most recently:
When playing on Friday are 4-6
Before playing Cleveland are 4-6
After playing New Orleans are 1-9
After a loss are 2-8
Boston most recently:
When playing on Friday are 6-4
Before playing New York are 8-2
After playing Portland are 9-1
After a loss are 9-1
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington’s last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington’s last 5 games when playing on the road against Boston
Washington is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Boston
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington’s last 6 games
Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Boston’s last 5 games when playing at home against Washington
Boston is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games at home
Boston is 20-3 SU in its last 23 games
Next up:
Washington home to Cleveland, Sunday, January 4
Boston at New York, Sunday, January 4
Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Milwaukee Bucks vs. Houston Rockets
December 31, 2008
The Milwaukee Bucks and the Houston Rockets will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at Toyota Center.
Oddsmakers currently have the Rockets listed as 8-point favorites versus the Bucks, while the game’s total is sitting at 189.
The Bucks earned a hard-fought 100-98 upset victory over the Spurs on Tuesday, as 8-point underdogs. The 198 points made it OVER the posted total of 187.
Andrew Bogut led the Bucks with 20 points and 14 rebounds for a double-double. Michael Redd added a game-high 25 points in the win.
The Rockets were upset 89-87 by the Wizards as 12-point favorites last time out. That game’s 176 points fell UNDER the posted total of 191.
Ron Artest led the Rockets with 20 points, and Luis Scola had 16 in a losing effort.
Team records:
Milwaukee: 15-17 SU, 21-10-1 ATS
Houston: 20-12 SU, 15-17 ATS
Milwaukee most recently:
When playing on Wednesday are 2-8
Before playing Charlotte are 5-5
After playing San Antonio are 7-3
After a win are 5-5
Houston most recently:
When playing on Wednesday are 6-4
Before playing Toronto are 7-3
After playing Washington are 6-4
After a loss are 9-1
A few trends to consider:
Milwaukee is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Milwaukee’s last 6 games when playing Houston
Milwaukee is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games on the road
Milwaukee is 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Houston
Houston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Milwaukee
Houston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Milwaukee
Houston is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home
Houston is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games when playing at home against Milwaukee
Next up:
Milwaukee home to Charlotte, Friday, January 2
Houston at Toronto, Friday, January 2
Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Atlanta Hawks vs. Indiana Pacers
December 30, 2008
The Atlanta Hawks and the Indiana Pacers will both be gunning for a victory on Tuesday when they meet at Conseco Fieldhouse.
Oddsmakers currently have the Pacers listed as 1-point favorites versus the Hawks, while the game’s total is sitting at 206.
The Hawks scored 31 points in the fourth quarter and cruised past the Nuggets 109-91 on Monday. The Hawks covered the 5-point spread, and the 200 points made it OVER the posted total of 199.
Joe Johnson dropped a game-high 25 points with five rebounds and seven assists for the Hawks. Al Horford had a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds in the win.
The Pacers lost to New Orleans 105-103 as a 5.5-point underdog on Sunday. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (195).
Danny Granger scored a game-high 34 points for Indiana and Troy Murphy delivered 16 points and 16 rebounds.
Current streak:
Atlanta has won 5 straight games.
Indiana has lost 3 straight games.
Team records:
Atlanta: 20-10 SU, 18-12 ATS
Indiana: 10-20 SU, 15-14-1 ATS
Atlanta most recently:
When playing on Tuesday are 2-8
Before playing New Jersey are 1-9
After playing Denver are 1-9
After a win are 8-2
Indiana most recently:
When playing on Tuesday are 2-8
Before playing New York are 4-6
After playing New Orleans are 7-3
After a loss are 3-7
A few trends to consider:
Atlanta is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Atlanta is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
Atlanta is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Atlanta’s last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Indiana’s last 5 games at home
Indiana is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Atlanta
Indiana is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Atlanta
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Indiana’s last 9 games
Next up:
Atlanta at New Jersey, Friday, January 2
Indiana at New York, Friday, January 2
Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Denver Nuggets vs. Atlanta Hawks
December 29, 2008
The Denver Nuggets and the Atlanta Hawks will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at Philips Arena.
Oddsmakers currently have the Hawks listed as 5-point favorites versus the Nuggets, while the game’s total is sitting at 200.
The Nuggets defeated New York 117-110 as a 4.5-point favorite on Sunday. The combined score fell UNDER the posted over/under total (219.5).
Carmelo Anthony scored a game-high 32 points to go along with nine rebounds for Denver, while J.R. Smith added 16 points in the win.
Joe Johnson went for a game-high 41 points on Saturday, as the Hawks flew past the Bulls 129-117. The Hawks covered the 10-point spread, and the combined 246 points sailed OVER the posted total of 193.
Josh Smith added 24 points for the Hawks, and Marvin Williams chipped in with 16 in the win.
Current streak:
Denver has won 2 straight games.
Atlanta has won 4 straight games.
Team records:
Denver: 20-11 SU, 17-13-1 ATS
Atlanta: 19-10 SU, 17-12 ATS
Denver most recently:
When playing on Monday are 3-7
Before playing Toronto are 7-3
After playing New York are 6-4
After a win are 6-4
Atlanta most recently:
When playing on Monday are 6-4
Before playing Indiana are 3-7
After playing Chicago are 5-5
After a win are 7-3
A few trends to consider:
Denver is 16-7 SU in its last 23 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Denver’s last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Denver’s last 6 games
Denver is 5-10 SU in its last 15 games when playing Atlanta
Atlanta is 11-1 SU in its last 12 games at home
Atlanta is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games
Atlanta is 12-2 SU in its last 14 games when playing at home against Denver
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Atlanta’s last 6 games
Next up:
Denver at Toronto, Wednesday, December 31
Atlanta at Indiana, Tuesday, December 30
NBA Betting – Spurs, Suns Meet Up in Phoenix
December 24, 2008
Online sports betting sharps will get an opportunity to see two of the better teams in the Western Conference square off as the San Antonio Spurs and Phoenix Suns clash on Christmas Day.
Those who bet online know that the Phoenix Suns have ditched their run-and-gun approach since general manager Steve Kerr took over and the Suns have looked old and slow since.
The Suns made a recent move to acquire shooting guard Jason Richardson, which moved a couple of stale, discontent parts off their team in favor of a young, athletic shooting guard who has reinvigorated the team.
The Suns are 3-1 since making that move but not many pundits are fooled. They are still not nearly good enough to beat a team like the Los Angeles Lakers in the postseason.
On the other side of this equation, the San Antonio Spurs, who looked old and slow last season, have added plenty of depth and look rejuvenated this year.
The Spurs started slow but have won nine of their last 11 games to climb up the Western Conference standings. The additions of Roger Mason Jr. at shooting guard as well as rookie George Hill have really added some depth to a team that was desperately lacking a second unit.
Look for the Suns hold serve on their home court on Thursday but in the long run, the Spurs will have more success this season.
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Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics
December 23, 2008
The fans at TD Banknorth Garden will be treated to a game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics when they take their seats on Tuesday.
Oddsmakers currently have the Celtics listed as 13-point favorites versus the 76ers, while the game’s total is sitting at 192½.
The 76ers were upset 95-94 by the Pacers last time out as 10.5-point favorites at home. The game’s 189 points fell UNDER the posted total of 201.
Andre Iguodala tossed in a game-high 26 points for the 76ers, and Andre Miller had a double-double with 14 points and 10 boards in the loss.
The Celtics defeated New York 124-105 as a 13-point favorite on Sunday. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (209).
Rajon Rondo scored 26 points for Boston and Ray Allen netted 18 points in the win.
Current streak:
Boston has won 18 straight games.
Team records:
Philadelphia: 12-15 SU, 11-16 ATS
Boston: 26-2 SU, 16-12 ATS
Philadelphia most recently:
When playing on Tuesday are 5-5
Before playing Denver are 5-5
After playing Indiana are 3-7
After a loss are 5-5
Boston most recently:
When playing on Tuesday are 6-4
Before playing LA Lakers are 6-4
After playing New York are 6-4
After a win are 10-0
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Philadelphia’s last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Philadelphia’s last 17 games when playing on the road against Boston
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Philadelphia’s last 9 games when playing Boston
Philadelphia is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Boston
Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Boston is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games at home
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Philadelphia
Next up:
Philadelphia at Denver, Friday, December 26
Boston at LA Lakers, Thursday, December 25
Bet Jamaica NBA Preview — Golden State Warriors vs. Orlando Magic
December 22, 2008
The Golden State Warriors and the Orlando Magic will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at Amway Arena.
Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 12-point favorites versus the Warriors, while the game’s total is sitting at 218.
Jamal Crawford went for a game-high 50 points to lead the Warriors to a 110-103 victory over the Bobcats on Saturday, as 6.5-point underdogs. The 213 points made it OVER the posted total of 208.
Kelenna Azubuike chipped in with 21 points and 13 rebounds for a double-double in the win.
The Magic won their fourth straight on Saturday, as they defeated the Lakers 106-103. The Magic won the game as 2.5-point underdogs, while the 209 points made it OVER the posted total of 206.
Jameer Nelson went for 27 points, four rebounds and five assists for the Magic. Rashard Lewis chipped in with 22 points in the win.
Current streak:
Orlando has won 4 straight games.
Team records:
Golden State: 8-20 SU, 11-17 ATS
Orlando: 21-6 SU, 17-9-1 ATS
Golden State most recently:
When playing on Monday are 3-7
Before playing Miami are 2-8
After playing Charlotte are 4-4
After a win are 2-8
Orlando most recently:
When playing on Monday are 5-5
Before playing New Orleans are 6-4
After playing LA Lakers are 2-8
After a win are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 13 of Golden State’s last 19 games when playing Orlando
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Golden State’s last 9 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Golden State’s last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Golden State’s last 6 games when playing Orlando
Orlando is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Orlando is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
Orlando is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games
Orlando is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Next up:
Golden State at Miami, Tuesday, December 23
Orlando home to New Orleans, Thursday, December 25
NBA Betting – Lakers, Heat Square Off In South Beach
December 19, 2008
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Online sports betting handicappers know that this year’s Lakers versus Heat matchups won’t be as high-octane now that Shaquille O’Neal no longer suits up for the Miami Heat, but the games should still be entertaining.
Friday night’s contest, which will air nationally on ESPN, will still pit two of the best current players in the NBA against each other.
The Miami Heat’s Dwyane Wade leads the league in scoring, averaging 28 points per game. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers star guard Kobe Bryant is fourth in the NBA in scoring, averaging 25 points per game.
Online betting handicappers know that the Lakers have been a tough team to beat all season, which is why sportsbook odds still list them as a favorite on the road. The Lakers have won 21 of 24 games while the Heat are merely 12-12.
The Heat might catch a break if Lakers forward Pau Gasol misses his second consecutive game. He misses Tuesday night’s game at home to the New York Knicks due to strep throat and is questionable for Friday night’s contest.
If he plays, it’s hard to see the Heat winning the game simply because they will have a tough time dealing with the interior big bodies of Gasol, Andrew Bynum and Lamar Odom.
Online sports betting sharps are aware that the Lakers have been somewhat fragile on the road in their last few road games and playing without Gasol might mean a loss. The Lakers have only lost three games this season but two of them have come this month. The Lakers lost on the road in Indiana and also lost on the road in Sacramento. They also escaped Washington with a 106-104 win two Fridays ago.
Look for the Heat to keep this game close, especially if Gasol is out of the lineup.
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