Service Plays Wednesday 4/6/11

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Gold Sheet

★★★DETROIT 107 - New Jersey 93—Detroit has been playing with much
more energy and emotion at home lately, as the Pistons have covered 6 straight
at the Palace. The Pistons have had some success despite the ongoing internal
squabbles between the players and HC John Kuester, the latest being G
Rodney Stuckey’s declining to start or play in the 4th Q Friday night against
Chicago. Kuester benched Stuckey (15 ppg, 5 apg) on Sunday against Boston.
New Jersey is struggling badly, as the Nets have dropped 10 of their last 11 SU
and are 3-8 against the number prior to hosting Minnesota last night. N.J. is
likely to be without services of F Kris Humphries, who missed the last two
games with an ankle injury and might shut it down the rest of the way.
Humphries has been one of the few bright spots in the Net losing run, as he’s
scored 13 ppg & pulled down 13 rpg in his last 10, driving for free agent
moneywhile enjoying the company of Kim Kardashian. N.J. has lost 11 of last
12 SU at Detroit and owns just 1 cover at the Palace in last 6 visits. 10-NJ -3'
101-98 (189), NJ -2 89-74 (190), DET -5 92-82 (187); 09-Det -2' 97-93 (183),
DET -7 99-92 (187), NJ -1' 118-110 (193)

Houston 93 - NEW ORLEANS 92—This will be a last-ditch effort to make
the playoffs for Houston, as the Rockets trailed New Orleans by 3 games
heading into last night’s game against Sacramento. Houston has been
surprisingly effective offensively of late, leading the NBA by scoring 109 ppg in
its last 13 games, and Rockets are 11-3 SU in last 14 and 12-5-1 against the
number last 18. G Kevin Martin has scored 27 ppg in his last 10, while G Kyle
Lowry and F Luis Scola have combined for 34 ppg in the same span. The
Rockets have mustered solid efforts for Rick Adelman recently, so expect the
same in this game. New Orleans has played through David West’s injury (3-2
SU first 5 without their power forward), but the Hornets might miss him this time
around against the Rockets, as he scored 21 ppg & grabbed 9 rpg facing
Houston this season. N.O. star PG Chris Paul has been quiet against the
Rockets, scoring just 14 ppg & shooting a below-par 37% in the series this
season. "Totals" note: Last 7 between these two played in N.O. went “under”
the total. 10-No +5' 107-99 (206), No +2 110-105 (OT-197), Hou +6 91-89 (202);
09-HOU -6 108-100 (193), NO -2' 99-95 (195), NO -2 102-94 (202), No +7 123-
115 (216)

Phoenix 110 - MINNESOTA 100—Prefer to go against Minnesota in this
spot, as the Timberwolves have lost 10 in a row SU and are likely to be without
league-leading rebounder F Kevin Love (missed 4 of last 6 games with a groin
injury). Not having Love will be an issue against Phoenix, as he scored 23 pts.
& pulled down 16 rebs. in a T-wolf cover at Phoenix in first meeting this season.
This will be a different Sun squad this time around, as these two haven’t met
since mid-December, and trades that brought in C Marcin Gortat and G Aaron
Brooks, plus a shakeup in the starting five by HC Alvin Gentry, have given
Phoenix a whole new look. Sun PG Steve Nash missed the last two games prior
to facing Chicago last night with illness, but expect he’ll be back in action. Suns
have won last 4 visiting the Target Center, and poor defending Minny has
dropped 4 of last 6 playing 2nd night of back-to-back games (T-wolvesvisited
New Jersey last night). 10-PHO -9' 128-122 (224); 09-PHO -13 120-112 (219),
Pho -9' 120-95 (214), PHO -12 152-114 (226), Pho -9 111-105 (224)

OKLAHOMA CITY 97 - LA Clippers 95—These two just played Saturday in
L.A., with the Clippers coming out on top for the second time in three meetings
against OKC this season. L.A. F Blake Griffin and G Eric Gordon have
combined for 47 ppg facing the Thunder, and expect similar efforts this visit,
especially from Oklahoma City native Griffin. The Clippers have not played well
the last few weeks, dropping 8 of their last 10 spread decisions, but 3 of those
losses vs. the line came in SU wins, and the Clips’ 9-7 SU mark in last 16 is
much more indicative of their renewed effort under HC Vinny Del Negro. OKC
is going to have a tough time improving its playoff situation, as Kevin Durant and
the Thunder appear destined for a first-round series against Denver. L.A. has
done a good job defending Durant, holding the OKC ace to 20 ppg on 35%
shooting, both well below his seasonal averages, and PG Russell Westbrook,
who’s had a breakout year this season, has been largely ineffective against the
Clippers, scoring 13 ppg and shooting 23%. Totals note: OKC 10-3 “under” last
13 prior to visiting Denver last night. 10-LA +8' 107-92 (196), OKC -8' 111-88
(206), LAC+5 98-92 (205);

 

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Gold Sheet

Denver 101 - DALLAS 100—Decisive loss to the Lakers appears to have
taken a lot of the fight out of Dallas. The Mavs followed that crucial setback with
losses at Golden State and Portland, and they limp home facing the reality
they’ll likely wind up in a fistfight with Blazers in the first round of the playoffs.
Meanwhile, Denver continues on one of the most remarkable transformations in
memory, as the Nuggets just keep covering games (18-2 last 20 before hosting
OKC last night). Denver’s most recent triumph was possibly one if its most
impressive since the All-Star break, as the new-look Nuggets stopped the
league’s hottest team, the Lakers, on Sunday at Staples Center. Wounded
Dallas will be no means be an easy target for George Karl’s crew, as the Mavs
have had two days off to prep, while Denver played last night, but the Nuggets
have played 3 back-to-back games on their current streak, covering all three.
Interestingly, these two haven’t met since the Nugget roster makeover, and the
dog covered first three in series. 10-Dal +4 102-101 (205), Den +6 103-92
(205), DEN -3 121-120 (210); 09-Dal +5' 104-96 (209), DEN -7 127-91 (211),
DAL -5 109-93 (210)

LA Lakers 113 - GOLDEN ST. 100—The Lakers have some health worries
that cropped up in loss to Denver on Sunday, as both Pau Gasol and Andrew
Bynum suffered knee injuries that forced them to leave the game. Both were
expected to be back in action at home against Utah last night, and there’s no
secret that Laker intensity has risen as proximity to the playoffs (and San
Antonio’s top spot in the West) have grown nearer. L.A. very likely to increase
heat on Spurs with a win last night (Utah lost 17 straight visiting Staples) and this
anticipated win against Golden State. The Warriors have been a Laker patsy for
some time, as L.A. has beaten the Warriors 12 in a row overall and has taken
10 of last 11 SU at Oracle Arena. L.A. is a solid 20-13 as a road favorite this
season, and poor-defending Warriors likely to become another victim of the
defending champs. 10-LA -9' 107-83 (218), LA -11' 117-89 (218), La -6 115-110
(207); 09-La -8' 130-97 (222), LA -11' 124-118 (218), LA -13' 104-94 (216), La
-8 124-121 (224) CABLE TV—ESPN

 

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Wayne Root


Millionaire - 76ers -5

 

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The Duke's Sports

Washington Under (9) for 2 Units

Two teams that are struggling to drive in runs clash here. The Nationals are batting a paltry .211 vs righties while the Marlins are doing better in that role at .252 at home, they're struggling to manufacturer runs -- leaving 41 runners stranded in scoring position already this season. Consequently, we'll look for both starters to keep the scoring down. Ex-Marlin Hernandez, who has a solid April ledger at 9-4, sports a 2.88 ERA in his last 15 starts at his old stomping grounds. Hernandez is 4-16 O/U on the road. On the other hand, the Marlins' Volstad has had success vs the Nationals, albeit a high ERA in the process, but is a respectable starter at this ball-park. Volstad is 2-6 O/U at home in this 'total' range. This series is 3-8 O/U in Florida and we'll look for it stay "under" tonight.

 

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Joseph D'Amico

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Play: Los Angeles Clippers +11

As you all know, Oklahoma City has clinched a playoff spot while L.A. is out. These two teams met on Saturday with the Clipper’s beating the Thunder, 98-92. That victory gave Los Angeles 2 wins in the teams 3 meetings this season. It doesn’t look like OKC can improve on their playoff situation. The team seems to be in line to face Denver in the first round. Blake Griffin is from Oklahoma City. I expect the standout Forward to dazzle his hometown crowd tonight. Griffin and Guard Eric Gordon have had much success this year vs. the Thunder. Kevin Durant is leading the NBA in scoring with 27.8 PPG. However, against the Clipper’s, the Forward has averaged 20.0 PPG and 35% shooting. Laying DD’s is not something that OKC has been successful in doing as they are 1-3-1 ATS their L5 laying 10+ points. This is way too many pints to be giving to a Blake Griffin-led Clipper’s squad. L.A. is 10-2 ATS their L12 games played at OKC, 17-7 ATS their L24 overall vs. OKC, and 6-2 their L8 vs. teams with a winning record. OKC is 3-7-1 ATS their L11 vs. the West, 1-3-1 ATS their L5 at home, and 1-4 ATS their L5 vs. the Pacific. Take Los Angeles.

 

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sportshandicapperking MLB BIGPLAY

MLB

Detroit Tigers

 

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Bob Balfe

Detroit Tigers -125

Baltimore is off to a hot start this season and have been very impressive with their young starting pitching. Tonight, the better pitcher on the mound is Justin Verlander, who has pitched well against Baltimore in the past. The Orioles are an improved team, but they will not blow you away with hitting. Until their bats get red hot, I do not expect them to continue to remain competitive against superior pitching. Take Detroit.

 

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Dr Bob

Opinion/Possible Best Bet

INDIANA (-11½) over Washington

Indiana is trying to hold onto the last playoff spot in the East and the Pacers have been good this year hosting bad teams, especially after a loss. Indiana is 12-4 ATS this season as a home favorite of more than 4 points, including 8-0 ATS after a loss, and the Wizards are still just 4-22 ATS after their last 26 victories even with their last two covers in that situation. Washington is only 1-13 ATS on the road after a win this season and they’re overdue to a bad game after winning 3 straight for the first time since April of 2008. My ratings favor the Pacers by 11 points and I’ll lean with Indiana at -12 or less. I’d take Indiana in a 2-Star Best Bet at -11 or less.

 

[ROQQINRIQ]

Dr bob has a 3 * on the sixerz , he lost a 3 * last night on the sixerz , good luq

 

[dough]

does anyone know if jb sports 3* or cal sports 5* nba goy went yet

thx

 

[bukis1]

I just got Cal sports it was on Knicks. Couldn't get it in on time.
This site is unfortunately getting very weak with plays being posted lately.

 

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Ohio's SBP (Sports Betting Prodigy)

3 Wins In A Row... Including Sweep Of The National Title Game.. (uconn ml / under 129.5)

NBA

Miami/Milwaukee Under 183

Miami Comes Into This Game Averaging Over 100 Points Per Game This Season...Everybody Knows That...But What People Arent Understanding Is That The Bucks Have A Horrible Offense... And Miami Has Great D..This Game Is Headed Toward The Mid 80's...Wade Might Not Play... Even More Reason To Pound The Under In This Late Season Matchup...

 

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I just got Cal sports it was on Knicks. Couldn't get it in on time.
This site is unfortunately getting very weak with plays being posted lately.

sorry, I do my best to find everything. Keep in mind it's the time of year where it's considered slow and a good percentage of gamblers take off until football starts up again. I don't think Cal sports was posted anywhere in time. Thanks for getting it even if it was late, at least we know what it was. GL tonight.

 

[bukis1]

sorry, I do my best to find everything. Keep in mind it's the time of year where it's considered slow and a good percentage of gamblers take off until football starts up again. I don't think Cal sports was posted anywhere in time. Thanks for getting it even if it was late, at least we know what it was. GL tonight.

I don't blame you cpaw. It is just surprising we can't get some of these good plays.
Of course the knicks are up 14 also

 

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I don't blame you cpaw. It is just surprising we can't get some of these good plays.
Of course the knicks are up 14 also

I'm watching it going back and forth but knicks look good. I'm sure not seeing more plays has to do with the traffic slowing down, it's quiet everywhere. You'll see a spike in August for pre-season if they have one?? Hang in there, hopefully you can find some winner's with what's posted. GL!

 

[Mosi]

I don't blame you cpaw. It is just surprising we can't get some of these good plays.
Of course the knicks are up 14 also

Not sure I would consider any of Cal Sports NBA as a must. Much respect to Ralph in college games but the NBA, no thanks.

 

[bukis1]

Not sure I would consider any of Cal Sports NBA as a must. Much respect to Ralph in college games but the NBA, no thanks.

They usually do good with big plays. I think they 11-3
this year in bb

 

[bukis1]

They usually do good with big plays. I think they 11-3
this year in bb

winner that I would of won 1000 if could have got it in
they now have won college goy
college tourney goy and nba goy better than most can say

 

[savage1]

Not sure I would consider any of Cal Sports NBA as a must. Much respect to Ralph in college games but the NBA, no thanks.

Big deal-they won their GOY-they went 0-3 the night before, and by calculations the NC Cappers as a whole have hit about 30% of their 5*s over the last 1 1/2 months.
The overall comps. of the NC basketball and baseball Cappers(these are actual plays) have buried folks to the tune of a documented(by me) MINUS 80k over the last three seasons including this one(at $1000 a clip),
In short don't get too excited if you missed any big play of any NC Capper-over time you will lose with all of them.