Remind me to fade every team that's in a "must win" spot next year

[No coincidences]

Seriously, has one team won a "must win" game down the stretch of the season?

[JOHON8]

Anything that signals an easy bet is automatically ****** over in the NBA, that's the only logic left.

[BernardMadoff]

Same thing happened alot last year, in college and pro, books know people will bet because of these situations and those teams spread are inflated, whether at home or on the road. Houston giving away that many points when even good playoff teams have been losing in New Orleans or barely escaping lately.

[No coincidences]

Not to mention, I swear -1 or -2 home faves never cash.

[BigDofBA]

I like how a lot of people like the Suns -1.5 for the second half, myself included, and Pinny was giving them away at -1 (-117).

I have no bet on the game but I'm tempted to take LA live based on principal here.

[No coincidences]

I like how a lot of people like the Suns -1.5 for the second half, myself included, and Pinny was giving them away at -1 (-117).

I have no bet on the game but I'm tempted to take LA live based on principal here.

Yep.

[Vinnie Paz]

Thats wht im saying.

Bum ass Bucks yesterday now this joke Rocket squad. Pathetic

[No coincidences]

Thats wht im saying.

Bum ass Bucks yesterday now this joke Rocket squad. Pathetic

Rockets have been shitting themselves for a while now.

[BigDofBA]

Just because the Suns need this game doesn't mean the Clippers aren't going to try. LA is the better team.

[No coincidences]

Just because the Suns need this game doesn't mean the Clippers aren't going to try. LA is the better team.

Yeah, but we knew that coming in. Rarely means much in the NBA.

[BernardMadoff]

The other angle is to think about the opposing team and their motivation to keep a team out of the playoffs, especially if their not making it themselves.

[BigDofBA]

Yeah, but we knew that coming in. Rarely means much in the NBA.

Yeah, you are right. I originally liked Phoenix in this game knowing LA was the better team. Like you said, it doesn't really mean much in the NBA.

The only thing holding me back was the fact that Phoenix was -2 at home. When a team is -2 at home and you bet on them, you might as well flush your money down the toilet.

Also, at halftime Pinny had the Suns at -1 (-117) while other books had the Suns at -1.5.

Basically, both of these things were strong indicators to me not to touch Phoenix. Ironically, it's only a 1 point game but I almost feel like LA has already won.

[Spedizzo]

The other angle is to think about the opposing team and their motivation to keep a team out of the playoffs, especially if their not making it themselves.

This. This was evident in the Hornets game... They had nothing to lose...last home games of the season... They played with more passion while not playing overly careful trying to avoid mistakes.

[BetterBizness]

Hornets had clear motivation to "Tank" and down 10 could have easily let the game get away... WTF is all the explanation I have left... Maybe it was the Rockets who want the ping pong balls?

[Pride]

if you took the easy plays for the last two weeks you would be rolling in cash right now.

the nba has been a cakewalk and the clips are just another easy win.

[No coincidences]

The day I see Alvin Gentry make a good in-game adjustment will be the first.

[BernardMadoff]

This. This was evident in the Hornets game... They had nothing to lose...last home games of the season... They played with more passion while not playing overly careful trying to avoid mistakes.

And also the teams that are already in the playoffs like the Pacers, their not gonna play down, theyre trying to gel to be ready for the playoffs, you hear all the time from NBA players about peaking at the right time and that time is right before the playoffs begin.

[BigDofBA]

This game will come down to the final minute since it's a TNT game. It seems like a ton of people were on Phoenix so Paul will probably get a call or hit a shot to break their hearts.

[Pride]

clippers are a huge public play and they should be in this spot. line was a joke

[BernardMadoff]

League is so weak, gets ejected for that? Weak league.

[No coincidences]

Phoenix only down 2 yet they're +185 on the live ML.

[Pride]

Phoenix only down 2 yet they're +185 on the live ML.

[BigDofBA]

Phoenix only down 2 yet they're +185 on the live ML.

Yeah.

I'm waiting for your typical TNT ending. I feel pretty confident that the Clippers will somehow win.

[BigDofBA]

Wow. It's a one point game with two minutes left and Phoenix is +170 to win....

You might as well take the Clippers -1.5.

[No coincidences]

1-point game, +165.

It's almost like the books are telling us exactly what's going to happen.

[BigDofBA]

Yeah. It's tied and it's almost like I know the Clippers will win. I can't explain it. We will see.

[No coincidences]

Talk about a bullshit bailout call for Paul.

[BigDofBA]

This is the WWE. The league has to make these Thursday night games exciting.

I hope the ending to this game happens like I predicted 20 minutes ago. It's like you're watching a movie. LA wins by 1. LOL.

Paul makes it or gets a call.

[BigDofBA]

Did the Suns just intentionally foul at mid-court on the inbounds play up 1?

[No coincidences]

Another bullshit foul.

Refs going to pull down Paul's pants and suck his dick next?

[BigDofBA]

Another bullshit foul.

Refs going to pull down Paul's pants and suck his dick next?

Don't worry. LA will somehow win by 1. I won't be surprised if Phoenix takes the lead and Paul does his thing. Even if LA misses they will most likely get a call.

Either way, I didn't bet this shit so whatever.

[No coincidences]

I'm taking the Clip Joint +140 live. Why not.

[necro]

already doin ,lol

i love this guy, cold blood killler, doing anything to win

[BigDofBA]

I'm taking the Clip Joint +140 live. Why not.

I got +145. Very small bet btw.

[BernardMadoff]

Sticking with my Suns bets if it loses, it loses. Didnt Mo already get a 5 second inbound call, why are they letting him take it out again.