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  • arnau
    SBR High Roller
    • 12-07-10
    • 132

    #1016
    Very good analysis and picks. Thank you
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    • adam3248
      SBR MVP
      • 11-03-10
      • 1271

      #1017
      Thanks Arnau
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      • adam3248
        SBR MVP
        • 11-03-10
        • 1271

        #1018
        Good night last night as my picks went 3-1. Will hopefully build on it with some more winners tonight.
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        • portnoy65
          SBR Sharp
          • 08-18-10
          • 435

          #1019
          Good job Adam Like usually
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          • Bob734
            Restricted User
            • 12-27-10
            • 647

            #1020
            for the last night Adam keep it !!
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            • adam3248
              SBR MVP
              • 11-03-10
              • 1271

              #1021
              Thanks again for the support guys, much appreciated

              Just looking into tonight's games.. Will post my selections within the next hour or so

              Best of luck all!
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              • adam3248
                SBR MVP
                • 11-03-10
                • 1271

                #1022
                Florida State Seminoles @ Miami [Fla] Hurricanes -1.5 (NCAAB) 1.5 Units

                Good spot to fade Florida State here. A week ago tonight, the Seminoles upset then undefeated and number one Duke and followed that up with a blowout win against an overmatched NC State team.

                Now they hit the road for the first time since, where they are 4-2 on the season including losses in their last two. One of those losses came in the ACC at Virginia Tech and now they head to Miami to face the Hurricanes who will be out for revenge after last season’s home finale defeat by a point.

                Miami is just 1-2 in the ACC with losses coming at Duke and at Clemson and the lone win coming last time out over Boston College by a point. The Hurricanes are a perfect 9-0 at home and over the last four seasons the Hurricanes have compiled a 46-10 record at home.

                The Hurricanes are ranked 32nd in the latest NCAA Men's Basketball RPI rankings released on Jan. 17, the third-highest ranked squad in the ACC, behind Duke at 10th and North Carolina at 25th. Florida St. is known for its tough defense but the Hurricanes are deep and they have the athletes that can negate that edge.

                Miami is the only team to have two scorers among the ACC's top 10 and three scorers among the ACC's top 20 in Malcolm Grant (15.0 ppg, 8th), Durand Scott (14.2 ppg, 9th) and Reggie Johnson (12.1 ppg, 20th). Miami also has a big advantage at the free throw line both overall and in home/road splits and with a line this small, that can make or break the cover.

                As mentioned, this is a revenge game for Miami and it is actually a triple-revenge situation and the line is right knowing it is 6-0 ATS in its last six games with a line set between +3 and -3.

                Florida St. meanwhile is 4-13 ATS against teams with a winning percentage between .600 and .800 and it is also 3-11 ATS in its last 14 games after playing a game as a home favorite.

                Look for the Hurricanes to tally up another win on their home court and cover the small number tonight.

                Best of luck all!
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                • Soon2BRich
                  SBR MVP
                  • 11-18-10
                  • 1318

                  #1023
                  cheers 4 the pick mate. gl
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                  • adam3248
                    SBR MVP
                    • 11-03-10
                    • 1271

                    #1024
                    (Tennis: Australian Open, Women's Round 2 Match)

                    Jelena Jankovic to win (-143) Vs Shuai Peng (2.5 Units)

                    Admittedly there is a clear contrast in form between these two players with Shuai Peng making a promising start to her 2011 season and Jelena Jankovic looking to get back on track after a disapointing end to her 2010 season.

                    Peng kicked off her 2011 season in Auckland (New Zealand) at the 'ASB Classic' event. She was unseeded for the tournament and caused a big upset in the 2nd round by eliminating the #3 seed Svetlana Kuznetsova. Peng progressed through to the semi-finals where she played some of her best tennis but lost narrlowly to defending champion and #2 seed Yanina Wickmayer.

                    Peng also entered the 'Moorilla Hobart International' event where she again eliminated the #3 seed Tsvetana Pironkova, this time in the opening round. Peng also went on to defeat the #7 seed Sara Errani in straight sets to reach her second consecutive semi-final of 2011.

                    Jankovic, on the other hand, is attempting to break out of a slump and there is no better time to turn things around than in the opening grand slam event of 2011. Jelena struggled to find form and encountered a series of poor performances and early eliminations from tournaments at the tail-end of the 2010 season which would certainly have dented her confidence.

                    However, if there is such thing as a good time to experience a decline in performance it would be approaching the off-season. This will have allowed time for Jelena to fully recover physically and mentally. It will also have provided an opportunity for Jelena and her coach to analyse the poor performances and identify areas of her game where improvements can be made to get her back playing the world class tennis she is capable of.

                    I believe there is value with Jankovic tonight as bookmakers will have been heavily influenced by the form of both players over the last few tournaments when setting the lines for this game, reducing the value on Peng and increasing the value with Jelena. In terms of decimal odds, I was expecting Jankovic to be priced at roughly 1.57 and Peng 2.25. However 'Betfair.com' have Jankovic priced at 1.70 and Peng 2.40

                    Here are some reasons why I believe Jankovic will win tonight..

                    Jankovic is currently 8th and Shuai Peng 54th in the World Rankings. They have played on 7 previous occassions and Jelena has dominated the matchup winning 6 of those encounters and 5 of them in straight sets.

                    Although Peng has been playing some good tennis lately, she has a poor career record in Grand Slam events only making it past the the 2nd round of the 'Australian Open' on one occasion over the last 6 years.

                    In fact, looking at Peng's overall Grand Slam record, in 21 appearances, she has only managed to supass the 2nd round on 4 ocassions (19% of the time) which indicates that she generally fails to perform to the best of her ability in major events.

                    Jankovic has made at least the 3rd round in her previous four appearances at the Australian Open and has supassed the 2nd round in 20 out of 29 career Grand Slam events (69% of the time).

                    Look for Jankovic to get back on track with some strong performances which she always manages to produce in big events, starting with a win over Peng tonight.

                    Best of luck all!
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                    • adam3248
                      SBR MVP
                      • 11-03-10
                      • 1271

                      #1025
                      Texas A&M +7 @ Texas (NCAAB) 1.5 Units

                      Looking forward to this game as two of the 'top 10' teams (although not in the same poll) will battle it out in Austin, Texas tonight.

                      Texas will look to make the most of it's home court advantage tonight, aiming to extend their current win-streak to 3 games.
                      Meanwhile, Texas A&M narrowly avoided defeat in their last outing as Missouri forced OT but failed to come out on top as the Aggies picked up a 91-89 victory, extending their current streak to an impressive 13 wins and a 16-1 SU record (their best start to a season in 91 years).

                      Texas A&M are 12-3 ATS in their last 15 games Vs 'Big 12' opponents and are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 meetings with Texas. This game will be a hard faught battle on the glass, where the Aggies, who are second in the country in rebound margin, may just prove to be the difference tonight.

                      Look for Texas A&M to keep this one close and within the +7 handicap tonight.

                      Best of luck all!
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                      • adam3248
                        SBR MVP
                        • 11-03-10
                        • 1271

                        #1026
                        Toronto Raptors @ San Antonio Spurs (4th Quarter total UNDER 50.5) 1.5 Units
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                        • adam3248
                          SBR MVP
                          • 11-03-10
                          • 1271

                          #1027
                          Memphis Grizzlies @ New Orleans Hornets -3.5 (1.5 Units)

                          The New Orleans Hornets are showing good value as a mere 3.5-point home favorite over the Memphis Grizzlies. New Orleans started the season very hot, in fact owning the league's best record through nearly the first month. They cooled off for a while, but are now back in business.

                          The Hornets have won 5 straight and are 8-2 SU & 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall. They have wins over many of the top teams in the league during this stretch, including Boston, Denver and Orlando. Memphis is a team on the rise but they are certainly getting too much respect with this line tonight.

                          The Hornets are 16-5 at home this season, limiting opponents to a mere 90.4 points/game while Memphis is 7-15 on the road, giving up 100.0 points/game. New Orleans is 15-4 in their last 19 home meetings with the Grizzlies.

                          The Hornets are 16-3 ATS (+12.7 Units) when the total is between 180 and 189.5 points this season. Better yet, New Orleans is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) in a home game where the total is between 180 and 189.5 points this season.

                          Best of luck all!
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                          • adam3248
                            SBR MVP
                            • 11-03-10
                            • 1271

                            #1028
                            Washington Wizards +7 @ Milwaukee Bucks (2 Units)
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                            • adam3248
                              SBR MVP
                              • 11-03-10
                              • 1271

                              #1029
                              Here is my final card for tonight's games:

                              NCAAB) Florida State @ Miami Florida -1.5 (1.5 Units)
                              Tennis) Jelena Jankovic to win Vs Shuai Peng (2.5 Units)
                              (NCAAB) Texas A&M +7 @ Texas (1.5 Units)
                              Toronto Raptors @ San Antonio Spurs (4th Quarter total UNDER 50.5) 1.5 Units
                              Memphis Grizzlies @ New Orleans Hornets -3.5 (1.5 Units)
                              Washington Wizards +7 @ Milwaukee Bucks (2 Units)

                              best of luck all! Lets build on last night's results and make it another profitable night tonight
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                              • Doon88
                                SBR Hustler
                                • 05-24-10
                                • 52

                                #1030
                                thanks and good luck
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                                • leafsfan19
                                  SBR Wise Guy
                                  • 09-10-10
                                  • 620

                                  #1031
                                  real tough night adam, GL tomorrow
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                                  • adam3248
                                    SBR MVP
                                    • 11-03-10
                                    • 1271

                                    #1032
                                    WOW.. awful night last night, by far my worst of the season as all selections go down. Apologies to those that followed, was confident with my selections but that's the way it goes sometimes Just got to put last night behind me and get back to it tonight. Will hopefully bounce back sooner rather than later.
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                                    • adam3248
                                      SBR MVP
                                      • 11-03-10
                                      • 1271

                                      #1033
                                      I will make adjustments to my overall record and post it up as soon as possible..
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                                      • adam3248
                                        SBR MVP
                                        • 11-03-10
                                        • 1271

                                        #1034
                                        still need to calculate units which i'll do later but my overall record is now 166-114-8 (59.29%)
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                                        • portnoy65
                                          SBR Sharp
                                          • 08-18-10
                                          • 435

                                          #1035
                                          Don't worry Adam!! I broken too...let's better time!!!!!
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                                          • TheDood
                                            SBR Sharp
                                            • 10-21-10
                                            • 328

                                            #1036
                                            Adam, I don't know 1 capper that is doing well right now... You are doing great... Keep it up man
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                                            • adam3248
                                              SBR MVP
                                              • 11-03-10
                                              • 1271

                                              #1037
                                              Cheers Dood, Yeah we all go through these patches, will hopefully get back on track starting tonight and get my overall percentage back above 60%.
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                                              • arnau
                                                SBR High Roller
                                                • 12-07-10
                                                • 132

                                                #1038
                                                Bad day, only bad day, it's normal. Don't worry
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                                                • adam3248
                                                  SBR MVP
                                                  • 11-03-10
                                                  • 1271

                                                  #1039
                                                  Philadelphia 76ers @ Charlotte Bobcats -5

                                                  1.5 units
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                                                  • adam3248
                                                    SBR MVP
                                                    • 11-03-10
                                                    • 1271

                                                    #1040
                                                    I apologise for posting so late. Only just got back home. I have two more plays for tonight which I will post in a couple of mins. Best of luck all!
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                                                    • LBDT168
                                                      SBR Sharp
                                                      • 10-05-10
                                                      • 251

                                                      #1041
                                                      let's get this! i'm on the Cats too! GL
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                                                      • AzNDooM
                                                        SBR MVP
                                                        • 01-29-08
                                                        • 1611

                                                        #1042
                                                        Originally posted by adam3248
                                                        Philadelphia 76ers @ Charlotte Bobcats -5

                                                        1.5 units
                                                        Apologise, im assuming your taking Charlotte to cover by -5 on 1.5x.
                                                        Sorry, just wasnt clear as I just like tracking players bets for personal follow.
                                                        Btw, very nice write ups especially the one about Tennis.
                                                        Although I been following Na Li and Shuai Peng's play it made clear theoretical sense on your bet, but the chinese are in form this year so would keep an eye on them making quarter finals. Would advise you not to bet against them.
                                                        Just a thought bud. Keep up the good work.
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                                                        • adam3248
                                                          SBR MVP
                                                          • 11-03-10
                                                          • 1271

                                                          #1043
                                                          Originally posted by AzNDooM
                                                          Apologise, im assuming your taking Charlotte to cover by -5 on 1.5x.
                                                          Sorry, just wasnt clear as I just like tracking players bets for personal follow.
                                                          Btw, very nice write ups especially the one about Tennis.
                                                          Although I been following Na Li and Shuai Peng's play it made clear theoretical sense on your bet, but the chinese are in form this year so would keep an eye on them making quarter finals. Would advise you not to bet against them.
                                                          Just a thought bud. Keep up the good work.
                                                          Yeah bobcats to cover -5 points for 1.5 units.

                                                          The majority of the time I post analysis with my selections except for when I'm in a bit of a rush like tonight.

                                                          Yeah, I spent a lot of time analysing the peng/jankovic matchup and believe there was some value with jelena and she was up 5-2 in the 1st set before losing 5 consecutive games. But credit to peng she played well, I agree with your statement completely, just felt on that particular occasion there was some value with jankovic but it didn't work out :-/ can't win them all unfortunately, will hopefully get back to winning ways tonight. Good luck with your plays
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                                                          • adam3248
                                                            SBR MVP
                                                            • 11-03-10
                                                            • 1271

                                                            #1044
                                                            North Texas -6.5 @ Louisiana Monroe (NCAAB) 1.5 units
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                                                            • adam3248
                                                              SBR MVP
                                                              • 11-03-10
                                                              • 1271

                                                              #1045
                                                              Arizona @ Washington -9 (NCAAB) 1.5 units
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                                                              • adam3248
                                                                SBR MVP
                                                                • 11-03-10
                                                                • 1271

                                                                #1046
                                                                Last play for tonight:

                                                                California +7 @ UCLA (NCAAB) 1 unit

                                                                Best of luck all!
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                                                                • greeny
                                                                  Restricted User
                                                                  • 10-21-10
                                                                  • 386

                                                                  #1047
                                                                  thanks adam .. gL
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                                                                  • adam3248
                                                                    SBR MVP
                                                                    • 11-03-10
                                                                    • 1271

                                                                    #1048
                                                                    Good night overall last night as my picks go 3-1. A bucket from the 76ers with 0.8 seconds left on the clock prevented our selection from a push wish was a tough break as Philly wasn't going to win the game at that stage. The Cats had opportunities at the end to build on their lead and get the cover but didn't take them.
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                                                                    • adam3248
                                                                      SBR MVP
                                                                      • 11-03-10
                                                                      • 1271

                                                                      #1049
                                                                      I have 3 picks for tonight which I will post up in a couple of mins. Best of luck all!
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                                                                      • adam3248
                                                                        SBR MVP
                                                                        • 11-03-10
                                                                        • 1271

                                                                        #1050
                                                                        LA Lakers -1 @ DEN Nuggets (1.5 units)
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