1. 02-19-11 06:22 PM #1
    EmpireMaker
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    Is the NBA All-Star Game A Legit Game ?

    Is the NBA All-Star Game A Legit Game ?
    If so, what is your analysis ?
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  2. 02-19-11 06:25 PM #2
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    Betting on it is really dumb unless you have a fantastic angle since anything can happen and no one really cares about the outcome.
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  3. 02-19-11 06:25 PM #3
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    No, it is not a legit game.
    It is an exhibition. Slightly more defense will be played than last night but the key word is slightly.
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  4. 02-19-11 06:32 PM #4
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    No not legit, but will be a great highlight reel.
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  5. 02-19-11 06:33 PM #5
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    No defense, no legit.
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  6. 02-19-11 06:34 PM #6
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    I agree and don't think it is legit, if it were I would really like the East
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  7. 02-19-11 06:37 PM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by FourLengthsClear View Post
    No, it is not a legit game.
    It is an exhibition. Slightly more defense will be played than last night but the key word is slightly.
    +1
    It's a made for TV sporting event.
    Both sides know the other side will not play defense.
    I don't know this, but I bet, players from both sides talk to each other before the game. (If you know I mean?)
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  8. 02-19-11 06:38 PM #8
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    Nothing, nothing, nothing, can make those guys play to win. I have watched it in over 10+ years. Watched Daytona 500 a few years just to avoid it.
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  9. 02-19-11 06:39 PM #9
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    enjoy free nba weekend! I don't watch all star games
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  10. 02-19-11 06:42 PM #10
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    165 158 final
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  11. 02-19-11 06:52 PM #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by dinaro7 View Post
    165 158 half time
    Fixed it for you.
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  12. 02-19-11 07:00 PM #12
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    It's more of a show really for the fans to enjoy and for the players to just play for highlights & not worry about defense. If the shots fall, the Over should hit even with Vegas's ridiculously high line. That's the only play for me if I play it lol.
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  13. 02-19-11 07:02 PM #13
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    errrrrrr...of course it's not a legit game. The entire game comes down to which team plays better the final 3 minutes. If it a close game down the stretch, they'll tighten up a little bit because team does want to win.
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  14. 02-19-11 07:48 PM #14
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    over/under on alley-oops to Blake Griffin?
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  15. 02-19-11 08:23 PM #15
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    Not legit at all. Just a fan based game
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  16. 02-19-11 10:35 PM #16
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    it's a nice way to be a hero if you happen to win an under.
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  17. 02-19-11 11:00 PM #17
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    Is the NBA in general even legit anymore, IMO no, and hasn't been for years.
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  18. 02-19-11 11:18 PM #18
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    All I care about is that they score at least 269 points...
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  19. 02-19-11 11:23 PM #19
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    I like the East and over. Lots of familiarity among the East players with LeBron and Wade and all the Celts. Should be enough to score 134 points and guarantee at least a split.
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  20. 02-20-11 02:52 AM #20
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    The players on the winning team actually get a cash bonus ($10,000 each I think), so they do try to win and play hard in the last 5-6 minutes.

    The majority of the game is just for show though. With both teams (obviously) stacked and no emphasis on effort, I'm not sure how you make a case to bet on it.
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  21. 02-20-11 03:03 AM #21
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    no way it is
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  22. 02-20-11 03:13 AM #22
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    Quote Originally Posted by iceminers26 View Post
    Is the NBA in general even legit anymore, IMO no, and hasn't been for years.
    Nuff said!
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  23. 02-20-11 03:21 AM #23
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    They will play hard if it's competitive. Sh1t even some folks like us don't like losing in a street game at the park. No human being likes to lose if they can help it.
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  24. 02-20-11 04:25 AM #24
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    No it's not, but I bet the East at PK on Thursday night and now its at -1.5ish so I'm pretty happy
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  25. 02-20-11 06:22 AM #25
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    little motivation to play hard focused defense

    big motivation to show off and have fun
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  26. 02-20-11 06:54 AM #26
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    None of the All-Star games are legit. The one that comes closest to being legit is the MLB All Star Game.
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  27. 02-20-11 07:18 AM #27
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    Is a stupid thing to bet.
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  28. 02-20-11 07:40 AM #28
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    Quote Originally Posted by Sportsbetting123 View Post
    None of the All-Star games are legit. The one that comes closest to being legit is the MLB All Star Game.
    that being said, the NFL pro bowl is the least legit of them all.
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  29. 02-20-11 07:43 AM #29
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    Quote Originally Posted by doylfish View Post
    that being said, the NFL pro bowl is the least legit of them all.
    I would say the NHL one is the least legit. The entire thing is scripted.
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  30. 02-20-11 07:48 AM #30
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    it is an awful game to bet, pretty stupid actually
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  31. 02-20-11 07:55 AM #31
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    As some have said already, it is just made for TV event and that's it. All kidding aside, I'll place a small wager just to keep my interest in the game. I do find it interesting that with the game in LA, you'd think there might be a slight edge to the west if home court does mean anything but again, we know it doesn't. I've always leaned towards the over in this game as it's been fairly successful over the last few years...Good luck
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  32. 02-20-11 07:56 AM #32
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    I'll let you know after, if Blake Griffin wins the MVP.
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  33. 02-20-11 08:32 AM #33
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    It's not a legit game it is just simple-minded fun fopr fans
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  34. 02-20-11 08:51 AM #34
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    If anybody really thinks these guys care about a 10k bonus you need to go back to playing with Lincoln logs.
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  35. 02-20-11 09:10 AM #35
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    Fook no! Most games have outside influences let alone a game like this.
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