NBA Playoff Thread

[Destructor D]

27-20-3 +39.3*

Cavaliers +5 for 5*... I know the Nets need to win this game and they're much better at home. However, Lebron is the best player on the court and the spread seems inflated due to the must win situation for New Jersey. I think Cleveland wins this game, but taking the points for insurance.

Back later with Spurs/Suns.

 

[Destructor D]

Adding Phoenix +5 (-120) for 5*... Suns are going to get a split @ San Antonio IMO. If Suns don't cover today, I'll be taking them again in game #4.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

27-22-3 +27.8*... Spiraling downward with 3 consecutive losses and 4 of 5. Hit the highwater 24-16 and have gone 3-6 my last 9 so fading might be smart. Just my $.02, some dogs finally start covering. Miserable playoffs for Underdog bettors and I like taking points.

Chicago +3 for 5.5* - Bulls might not win, but I would expect a good fight. Huge point swing between games 3 & 4.

Utah +7 for 5.5* - How in the world could anyone take Utah??? I'm sure this thought is common. I'm going with the uncommon pick.

If I get swept again, I'll be done until the Conference Finals.

GLTA:00hour

 

[Destructor D]

29-22-3 +38.8*

Going back to the well with both dogs tonight. I have a feeling they at least split tonight and hopefully go 2-0 ATS for me.:00hour

Cleveland +4 (-120) for 6* - Not at all impressed with Cleveland's horrid offensive showing in game #3. Game was 77-73 in 4th quarter before Cleveland decided to not score for 5 minutes. I can't see the Cavs laying another turd tonight.

Phoenix +4 (-120) for 6* - Suns got manhandled in game #3 so hopefully they bounce back similar to how they bounced back in game #2.

GLTA

 

[Dr. Fade]

I LIKE BOTH DOGS TONIGHT AS WELL. GL.

 

[Destructor D]

31-22-3 +50.8*

Dogs are finally starting to cover. Great for a dog bettor like myself. Hey, if it isn't broke, then don't fix it...

Bulls +7.5 for 6* - Much larger line than previous meetings in Detroit plus Bulls might have a little confidence after 15 point win @ Detroit.

Warriors +5 for 6* - Golden State should have won both games @ Utah. Not sure how Warriors recover being down 3-1, but would rather back them than expect a 6+ point win from the Jazz.

Upgraded each play a half-unit, but was at the gym so couldn't post. GO UNDERDOGS!:00hour

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

32-23-3 +50.2* - 58.2% (my goal is to finish at 60% for the playoffs). A sweep tonight would get be darn close to 60%.:00hour

Nets +6 (-120) for 6*... I don't see New Jersey going down easily. Carter had a horrendous game #4 and I'm hoping he gets back on track tonight. Cleveland hasn't looked good except game #2 in this series. I have a feeling Kidd and Carter have big games tonight. Nets win 95-92.

Spurs -3 for 6*... I have played very few favorites lately, but tough to not like San Antonio with the suspensions for Phoenix. Amare at least gave Phoenix some inside scoring and a low post presence. Duncan should really dominate this game and I see the Spurs winning 103-96.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

Nets are a winner. Feeling more confident in Spurs since Charles Barkley is guaranteeing a win.

 

[Destructor D]

33-23-4 +56.2* (Highest amount up this post season):00hour ... Nearly bought half-point on Spurs, but passed. Thanks Duncan for the missed FT's late in the game. Tim is very lucky the Suns couldn't make a late 3-pointer.

Tough game to cap tonight between Bulls and Pistons, but I'm currently leaning towards the Bulls. Chicago has the momentum and they're normally very tough at home.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

Bulls -1.5 for 7.5*... Public backing Pistons which makes sense, but I think Chicago takes this series to 7 games.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

33-24-4 +47.95*... Went large on the Bulls last night and they played one horrendous 2nd half. Pistons should beat Cleveland about 4-2 in the Finals as well.

Cleveland +4 (-120) for 6.5*... I know NJ plays better ball at home and I know conspiracy theorists will be taking the Nets as they believe the NBA wants a 7th game for ratings. However, I think the Cavs either win or keep this game close tonight. Cavaliers 92 Nets 89

San Antonio -2 (-120) for 6.5*... Spurs are at home and they don't want a 7th game in Phoenix on Sunday. Suns starters logged serious minutes as well on Wednesday. Spurs get a lead and prevail by a few buckets. Spurs 104 Suns 97

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

Cleveland is looking good. Going to chalk up a win.

34-24-4 +54.45* for the playoffs.

Going to add San Antonio -3 for another 1.5* making the game a total of 8*... big play, but I have a good feeling.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

35-24-4 +62.45* - Highest amount of Units up for the playoffs to this point.:00hour
Nice to be up a little over 6 dimes watching hoops for a month. Hopefully my hot streak will continue through the NBA Finals. Record 8-2 my past 10 selections as well.

Leaning Jazz in game #1. They'll be the more rested team plus they're currently getting 6.5 and I wouldn't be surprised to see this line rise.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

Utah +7 for 7.5*... Jazz the more rested club plus getting Spurs after a tough series on short rest. Sloan should have his guys ready and I hope Boozer keeps blowing up.

GLTA

 

[Destructor D]

Going to play Cleveland now as I don't see this line getting any higher.

Cleveland +6 for 7.5* - Okay, I know the Pistons crushed the Bulls in games 1 & 2 at the Palace. I'm also not foolish and realize Cleveland looked horrible at times vs. New Jersey. However, Detroit wasn't good ATS @ home this season and this spread seems a bit inflated. Keep in mind, Detroit was only a 8 point favorite @ home vs. Orlando in game #2... doesn't 6 seem a bit high against the #2 seed when the #8 seed was nearly the same spread???
Cavaliers should have confidence after nearly knocking off the Pistons last season in the Eastern conference semifinals. I know Billups and Hamilton are a matchup nightmare for anyone, but Hughes and Pavlovic are capable of being competive in this matchup. After all, Hughes is listed at 6-5 (probably closer to 6-4) and Pavlovic is 6-7 (probably closer to 6-8) and they are actually a bit taller than the Pistons backcout. Varejao gives Cleveland awesome energy off the bench averaging 7 RPG. Cleveland is a tall team and Lebron is still the best player on the court. Tough to pass up 6 points in game #1 IMO.

Hopefully the dogs keep playing well. They were hotter than doughnut grease the past week which helped me win some serious money.

GLTA except the bookmakers.

 

[Destructor D]

35-25-4 +54.2*

Cleveland +7 (-120) for 8* (REVISED PLAY)...

Canceled my Cleveland +6 since I use an agent for my offshore plays.

GLTA:00hour

 

[Destructor D]

36-25-4 +62.2* - Going to try to get above 70*'s for the first time this post season:00hour

San Antonio -6 (-120) for 8* ... I really thought the Jazz had their best chance at stealing a game in San Antonio during game #1. They had plenty of rest and do present some matchup problems for the Spurs. However, I don't like their chances tonight. Utah has been a weak road team all season and they're just 2-5 SU & 3-4 ATS away from Salt Lake City during the playoffs.
Sure Boozer got in foul trouble, but Deron Williams played out of his mind in game #1. Ginobilli is playing excellent ball right now and I can't remember Duncan looking any better. Williams will come back to earth this game as San Antonio will make adjustments. Duncan dominates from start to finish. Parker should continue to pose serious problems as well.

San Antonio 97 Utah 83

GLTA

 

[Dr. Fade]

Nice post season run. I kind of like the Jazz tonight though. going to Royals tonight- r u going

 

[Destructor D]

Going to pass on the Royals game tonight. They're 0-4 in games I have attended this season. I had a couple friends offer me tickets, but would rather watch the NBA game plus I'm going out of town Thursday morning and need to start packing tonight.

Fade, You could be right on Utah. This was a tough game for me to pick. Late money appears to be on the Jazz as well. However, I have to go with my gut which tells me a mini-blowout will occur because Okur has another rough game.

 

[Destructor D]

How is Jacque Vaughn still in the NBA?
He misses both FT's and once again Utah has chanced to cover at the buzzard. I luckily bought a half-point, but would have been furious with a push.

37-25-4 +70.2* - Glad to break the 7 dime marker for the playoffs. Going to be out of town May 24th through May 29th and I'm not sure if I'll have computer access. If I have access, then I'll post.

GLTA and glad to finally be right at 60% for the playoffs.