[John Ryan]

This will be the opening post for the NBA with yours truly.

I am gong to provide picks that will be graded equally. In other words, I am not releasing * graded plays, BUT each play you make, if tailing me, should be the same amount for the entire season, if you need advice on what to wager based on your bankroll, just ask.

Thanks and I look forward to another successful season in the NBA.

[John Ryan]

UNDER Milwaukee/Boston 196 -110
UNDER Memphis Golden State 192 -110
UNDER Denver Orlando. 197 -104
UNDER Detroit/Phoenix 194 -107

These all graded equally on my simulator. Due to the hurricane I am unable to provide the detail and insight to these games, but I am play them all with equal amounts individually.

[alexknyc]

Results for November 2:

UNDER Milwaukee/Boston 196 WIN
UNDER Memphis Golden State 192 LOSS
UNDER Denver Orlando. 197 WIN
UNDER Detroit/Phoenix 194 WIN

Record: 3-1 +1.9 units

[EasyPicks]

nice start

[dymd3z]

Nice start there John.. What do we have tonight if anything...

[John Ryan]

Thanks for the kudos and I apologize for not providing plays over the past several days. I have had direct impact hit family of mine in the Sandy aftermath and have been in areas without electricty let alone internet connection. There is really something rewarding in volunteering to help others that are total strangers. Incredible how people do come together in the worst of times. I used to live two blocks from the Twin Towers 12 years ago and this Sandy aftermath has brought that back to light.. Not in a bad way, but as I have learned, it is not what you accomplish but what you overcome. I will provide picks each day, now that things have gotten back to a bit of normalcy.

[alexknyc]

Thanks for the kudos and I apologize for not providing plays over the past several days. I have had direct impact hit family of mine in the Sandy aftermath and have been in areas without electricty let alone internet connection. There is really something rewarding in volunteering to help others that are total strangers. Incredible how people do come together in the worst of times. I used to live two blocks from the Twin Towers 12 years ago and this Sandy aftermath has brought that back to light.. Not in a bad way, but as I have learned, it is not what you accomplish but what you overcome. I will provide picks each day, now that things have gotten back to a bit of normalcy.

Take all the time you need to get everything done. There are far more important things in the world than sports betting. Best of luck and I hope everyone is well.

[John Ryan]

Thanks Alex!

OVER Cleveland/Clippers 197 1/2 -110
OVER Dallas/Portland 198 1/2 -110
OVER Utah/Memphis 195 1/2 -110
Over Indy/San Antonio 194 1/2 -110

Kings -2 -110

Thanks and BOL.. It is very very rare that I have had this many totals and all playing the same 'side'. The first set was all UNDERS.... just coincidence, but I am sure you may be wondering about that.

[John Ryan]

nice little 28-19 fourth quarter by the Warriors to get a push on the Kings. DANG!

[alexknyc]

Last Night:

OVER Cleveland/Clippers 197 1/2 WIN
OVER Dallas/Portland 198 1/2 WIN
OVER Utah/Memphis 195 1/2 WIN
OVER Indy/San Antonio 194 1/2 LOSS

Kings -2 PUSH

Last Night: 3-1-1 +1.9 units

Total: 6-2-1 +3.8 units

[hunter8720]

nice work

[thelittlebirdy]

rookie question here, what does the "1/2 -110" mean after the bet, I understand the "Over Team 1/ Team 2 197" means that the total score of the 2 teams is over 197. Cheers

[alexknyc]

rookie question here, what does the "1/2 -110" mean after the bet, I understand the "Over Team 1/ Team 2 197" means that the total score of the 2 teams is over 197. Cheers

It's over 197.5 at odds of -110

[dymd3z]

I know exactly what you mean John, I live outside of Tuscaloosa, Al and when we got hammerd by a EF4 Tornado on April 27th, 2011(a day I will never forget), it was amazing how many people from other places come to help and would give the shirt off there back for you. It really is something to think about when we go through tough times such as these. Good Luck pal

Thanks for the kudos and I apologize for not providing plays over the past several days. I have had direct impact hit family of mine in the Sandy aftermath and have been in areas without electricty let alone internet connection. There is really something rewarding in volunteering to help others that are total strangers. Incredible how people do come together in the worst of times. I used to live two blocks from the Twin Towers 12 years ago and this Sandy aftermath has brought that back to light.. Not in a bad way, but as I have learned, it is not what you accomplish but what you overcome. I will provide picks each day, now that things have gotten back to a bit of normalcy.

[John Ryan]

no plays for Tuesday.. enjoy the election.. I do have a CFB game on that thread though. Thanks

[John Ryan]

Wednesday Plays:

Charlotte +3 -110
OVER Indiana-Atlanta 192 -110
OVER Phoenix-Charlotte 193 1/2 -110

[EasyPicks]

Also leaning Cat's..

But I'm on the Under at Charlotte.

[John Ryan]

Also leaning Cat's..

But I'm on the Under at Charlotte.

cool.. in my opinion and based on the research, I just think if the Bobcats cover, then it will be due to solid offensive output adn not stifling defense.

[alexknyc]

Last night:

Charlotte +3 LOSS
OVER Indiana-Atlanta 192 LOSS
OVER Phoenix-Charlotte 193 1/2 WIN

Total: 1-2 -1.2 units

Season: 7-4-1 +2.6 units

[John Ryan]

5* graded play on Portland as they take on the Clippers in NBA action set to start at 10:30 PM ET. The simulator shows a high probability that Portland will win this game. Portland is doing a great job with ball handling in the start to the NBA season. They rank fifth averaging just 13.2 turnovers per game. Clippers have not done well against these types of strong ball handling teams. They are just 12-27 ATS (-17.7 Units) in road games versus good ball handling teams committing 14 or fewer turnovers per game over the last three seasons. The Clippers have not done a good job protecting the ball and rank 27th in the NBA averaging 18.0 turnovers per game and 27th having a turnover 16.6% of all ball possessions. Clips defense is doing a good job forcing opponents into turnovers ranking second in the NBA at 18.2 turnovers per game. Portland’s ball handlers and play makers can minimize the Clippers defensive pressure in this matchup. I like Portland to win this game.

[John Ryan]

I mistakenly put 5* on the play. All plays are the same wager amoiunt for the NBA this season unless I get one that begs to bumped up to a double sized bet or parlay opportunity.

so, Portland +2 -110

[alexknyc]

I mistakenly put 5* on the play. All plays are the same wager amoiunt for the NBA this season unless I get one that begs to bumped up to a double sized bet or parlay opportunity.

so, Portland +2 -110

Waiting three hours to correct a mistake like that means some people are going to place the bet as written. Not to mention, your original write-up talked about Portland winning the game (with the spread at pk at 5 Dimes) and then your correction has them at +2.

None of it mattered-- this time-- because Portland lost by 13.

[alexknyc]

Last Night:

Portland +2 LOSS

Season: 7-5-1 +1.5 units

[John Ryan]

I like Detroit + 7 1/2 over Houston tonight.

Supporting system that has gone 24-5 ATS for 83% winners since 2006. Play against Home favorites of 3.5 to 9.5 points off a loss against a division rival, a marginal losing team winning between 40% to 49% of their games and now playing a losing record team.

[alexknyc]

Last Night:

Detroit +7.5 LOSS

Season: 7-6-1 +0.4 units

[John Ryan]

Take Houston + 6 over the Heat.

Take OVER 190 1/2 in the Philadelphia-Milwaukee game

BOL to everyone.

[alexknyc]

November 12:

Houston +6 WIN +1
Philadelphia/Milwaukee OVER 190.5 WIN +1

Total: 2-0 +2 units Season 9-6-1 +2.4 units

[John Ryan]

i have nothing in the nba tonight.

[thachosen1]

Hi JR, I like;
These picks in NFL what you think? 1st half, Ny first haf and spurs whole game? You been good and we been hittign in NBA!

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[John Ryan]

Hi JR, I like;
These picks in NFL what you think? 1st half, Ny first haf and spurs whole game? You been good and we been hittign in NBA!

Thanks, sorry I missed your posting.

Here is what I have for today.

Washington + 2 1/2 over Utah
Phoenix + 6 1/2 over Miami
Charlotte + 6 over Memphis

[alexknyc]

November 17:

Washington +2.5 LOSS
Phoenix +6.5 LOSS
Charlotte +6 LOSS

Total: 0-3 -3.3 units Season 9-9-1 -0.9 units

[John Ryan]

ok. Sunday NBA.. Like the Magic start at 1:00 PM +4 -110

I also like playing UNDER 204 -105 in the Lakers-Rockets game.

[alexknyc]

November 18:

Orlando +4 LOSS
Lakers/Rockets UNDER 204 (-105) LOSS

Total: 0-2 -2.15 units Season: 9-11-1 -3.05 units

[John Ryan]

Washington +3 over Indiana
UNDER Denver-Memphis

[John Ryan]

UNDER Memphis-Denver 196 1/2