Topic: NBA 2019-2020 betting - page 162. (Read 124145 times)

The refs might also be favoring the home team as they have the home court advantage. Have you watched JJ Redick's interview about the Draymond Green case? He said that the refs were favoring the Kings in their two home games, which is why the Warriors struggled to win. So it's possible that the same thing is happening here. Refs have a huge influence on the game, but hopefully, it will not kill the fun.

10 point lead, so the bet is lost. Good thing is that I was unable to bet in this game because I'm going with the Lakers bandwagon because of what they show in game 1.

And even without Ja Morant, the Grizzlies shows heart, two of their big guys, Tillman and Jackson carry the team in their shoulders and both almost had double doubles to bet with their scoring. But that 3 by Brooks from way back was the dagger for the Lakers. On the other hand, the Lakers is missing their 3 point shot down the stretch, 1 by D'Lo, 1 by Reaves and then by Lebron that could have close the game in the last 2 minutes of the game.

Good luck! There's still a chance for the Lakers since Memphis hasn't pulled away yet. This is only game 2, and Memphis needs to even the series, but it's okay if they win as long as the Lakers cover the spread for you. It's been a very interesting game so far, and I'm impressed by how Memphis is handling the pressure despite missing their best player.

Game time between the Lakers and Memphis,

Memphis open up a great lead in the second quarter, 15 points. But it's too early, maybe the Lakers can come back in the second half.

So I'm taking the Lakers +6.5 right now, odds is still very attractive at 2.10, live betting.

Was getting ready to place a big fat bet on the Lakers, logged in to my gambling site and saw this..I do a fare amount of sports gambling and honestly I can't remember there being no odds for any game the same day of, let alone just a few hours outside of the games tip-off/start time etc.  Have you guys seen stuff like this before?  I know some sports books have the Grizzlies at -1 or the game at even, I'd be dropping a bet on those all day.

Laid off last night and glad I did would have went even either way.

Tonight I got all 3 games in and it goes 2 home teams and one away team:

1) memphis even.  I still like Memphis in this series amd not convinced with the Lakers.
2) bucks -8.5 at home.  I think Bucks make the necessary adjustments on Jimmy buckets and without Herro in they will need another shooter to come up huge.
3) Timberwolves.  Last game was terrible and they played like crud.  Expecting a closer game all the way around.  I'm counting on a back door cover with Denver winning but not covering.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers

The Memphis Grizzlies will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in game 2 tonight at FedExForum Arena the Grizzlies' key injuries are Jake LaRavia (Calf) out Steven Adams (Knee) out Ja Morant (hand) questionable, while the Lakers' key injuries are Dennis Schroder (foot) questionable LeBron James (foot) questionable Anthony Davis (foot) questionable.

Denver Nuggets vs  Minnesota Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in game 2 tonight at Ball Arena the Nuggets' key injuries are Nikola Jokic (Wrist) questionable while The Timberwolves' key injuries are Jaden McDaniels (hand) out, Naz Reid (Wrist) out, Rudy Gobert (back) questionable, and Jaylen Nowell (knee) questionable.

Cavs definitely showed a big improvement there is no doubt about that, but at the end of the day Knicks took the game and that's the important part for them as well. I mean there is this back and forth so far, but that could change at any given moment, Cavs lost one at home, so if Knicks ends up winning back to back at home that means 3-1 and I doubt that it would be possible to make a comeback from there. All in all I would still give the series to Knicks and I am going to bet on them for the next 2 games as well.

Celtics are already better than Hawks to begin with, so it won't be difficult to actually have anything that could make a change, it is going to be something that would be impossible for Hawks to beat them.

Thanks, Man I Appreciated it, well, For me I would definitely go with the Home Court advantage Milwaukee Bucks and Denver Nuggets but for the Memphis Grizzlies I can not trust them in this game and the Lakers are a different caliber team right now since the instant trade they got, that was really surprising, so yeah Antetokounmpo will surely play but for a period of time, but Milwaukee Bucks is a capable team even without Giannis,

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Now Here is my pick for games today,

Memphis Grizzlies VS Los Angeles Lakers

The stake odds for this game are 1.96 for the Grizzlies and 1.89 for the Lakers, Right now Jake LaRavia and Steven Adams can not play for the Grizzlies and Ja Morant is doubtful in this game while Dennis Schroder, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis are all doubtful if they can play for this game well if this game won't end up the Los Angeles Lakers VS the Referee's again then I think the Lakers could win this but pun intended my pick is the Los Angeles Lakers,

Milwaukee Bucks VS Miami Heat

The stake odds for this game are 1.38 for the Bucks and 3.15 for the Heat, Right now Wesley Matthews, can not play for the Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo are doubtful if they can play for the Bucks, while Nikola Jovic and Tyler Herro can not play for the Heat, for this game Tyler Herro is a crucial player for the Heat, but I guess Antetokounmpo can still play but not that active but I guess I can never underestimate the bucks in their home court, so my pick is the Milwaukee Bucks,

Denver Nuggets VS Minnesota Timberwolves

The stake odds for this game are 1.27 for the Nuggets and 3.95 for the Timberwolves, right now Nikola Jokic is doubtful if he can play for the Nuggets, while Jaden McDaniels and Naz Reid can not play for the Timberwolves, Rudy Gobert and Jaylen Nowell are both doubtful if they can play for the Timberwolves, for this game looking at the injuries for the Timberwolves and the Nuggets domination, my pick is at home Denver Nuggets,

Of course, these bookies are always steps ahead so that they can take advantage of the game and make the bettors confused about the odds that they will give. Anyway, the Bucks are still favored by the bookies and not going to lie, the remaining roster can still be a challenge and a big problem for the Miami Heat even if let's say Giannis will not be around with the team in the Game 2. I will look and bet on this game live for precautions because either way, Bucks are still the favorites.

Denver Nuggets -8.5 vs Minnesota Timberwolves
(Key Injuries: Nikola Jokic, Jaylen Nowell and Rudy Gobert are questionable)

I believe so too. The Bucks can win without him but having him is a big plus for their roster. And, if you look at the odds, they are still the favorite despite their superstar not playing. I think that's because the Miami Heat is also missing an important piece in their roster. Tyler Herro. Their bucket man.
https://www.nba.com/news/heats-tyler-herro-undergoing-surgery-likely-out-until-nba-finals
Surgery, which is far worst than what happened with Giannis. If the Bucks could split this one in their homecourt then I bet they will likely win the series if they are optimistic about Giannis' return in their next games to come.

Milwaukee Bucks versus Miami Heat‍ - Milwaukee Bucks (-4.5)
Memphis Grizzlies versus Los Angeles Lakers - Los Angeles Lakers ML Ja Morant is questionable, but three of the Lakers stars are probable. Lebron James, Anthony Davis, and Dennis Schroder. I checked the props though and I can see all three available to bet with.
Denver Nuggets versus Minnesota Timberwolves - Denver Nuggets (-8.5) It will most likely be the same as what happened in Game 1. All the Nuggets needed is to be pure on the defensive end because their offense so far is amazing.

The bookies had already factored in the possibility of him not playing and didn't make a significant adjustment to the point spread. The home team is capable of winning even without their starting player. Both teams were missing a starter, so the game must go on, and we should not complain about the outcome if the Bucks lose, as the game is not over yet.

If Giannis misses game 2, he will likely be available in game 3 and may try to help the Bucks win both games on the road.

There's a less chance that Antetokounmpo will play although he is listed as doubtful.

As per the latest development of his injury ;
https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/04/18/antetokounmpo-sits-out-practice-listed-as-doubtful-by-bucks-for-wednesday-vs-heat/


How would he play if he didn't practice, probably the injury is really serious and it requires more time to heal before he can return. Well, the current line up of the Bucks I think is capable of winning at home.

Congratulations, @YuginKadoya. The home team made covering the spread look easy. What do you think will be the outcome tomorrow? Do you think the home team will win and cover the spread again?

As for me, I initially bet on the Bucks -6.5. I believe they are due for a big win to even the series.

Just to update on the injury status:

Antetokounmpo is doubtful
Lowry is questionable
, and Herro is out.

Here are the result of my picks today

Boston Celtics VS Atlanta Hawks SCORE 119 - 106 - WIN

Just like I thought the Celtics would win this one again, I just hope that the Atlanta Hawks will not be swept by the Celtics just like what happened to the Brooklyn Nets, but yeah the Boston Celtics have made a good lead and the Hawks could not take the lead, Jaylen Brown got 18 points, Derrick White got 26 points and Jayson Tatum has a double-double of 10 rebounds and 29 points, well I have won my pick but lose my bet on Tatum making 30 plus points,

Cleaveland Cavaliers VS New York Knicks SCORE 107 - 90 - WIN

Now the Cleaveland Cavaliers are getting a chance in making it a tie with the Knicks, right now the Cavaliers have made a great adjustment with their game plan, Donovan Mitchell has a double-double of 13 assists and 17 points Caris LeVert got 24 points, and Darius Garland got 32 points, now this is an unpredictable game

Phoenix Suns VS Los Angeles Clippers SCORE 123 - 109 - WIN

The Clipper got a great start with Kawhi and Russell pushing the points but the Phoenix Suns busted the game in the 3rd quarter, and Devin Booker fired up for this game, Torrey Craig got 17 points, Kevin Durant got 25 points, and Devin Booker got 38 points, leading the Suns to victory,

Let's see if they'll be able to bounce back in Game 3. It's their home court, so they should win the game. Otherwise, you're right, there might be a sweep in this series. If the Celtics are really good, I think the Heat lost on purpose so they would not have to face the defending ECF champion. Now, they are ahead against the Bucks.

How about the Warriors? Are we gonna see a 3-0 in game 3? Draymond Green is suspended after that incident with Sabonis.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/draymond-green-unlikely-to-be-suspended-after-ejection-in-warriors-kings-game-2-per-report/

They lack defensive players, that's what I think. They keep on letting Al Horford shoot the threes although it is on paper that he can really shoot from that distance. Derrick White could easily break the defense and have a comfortable shot. 20 of his points came from the paint.
And, there's like confusion about who will handle the ball. The commentator was right, this is not far from what happened with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, whenever Dejounte Murray is handling the ball, Trae Young was just standing somewhere waiting for what will happen.
Both -10.5 on two games were covered. There's really a chance for a sweep or end in Game 5.

2/3 for my bets.
Man, Clippers didn't cover after 2 Westbrook errors in the final minutes of the game. They got careless, they are dragged by the fast-paced game of the Suns which is not their forte. They should've stuck with the post-up Kawhi Leonard strategy. It works.
Anyway, they got one at the Suns' home in Game 1 so I bet Steve Ballmer is still happy because they are doing this without PG13.

The first quarter just finished with Boston Celtics having a 3 point advantage, after Atlanta Hawk had a very bright start into the quarter, my only perspective from this quarter and the first game generally is this Atlanta aren't just built for this post season game, they need a lot of supportive casts and those definitely aren't the likes of De'Andre Hunter, John Collins, Bogdanovic and what have you.

No disrespect, but I rather have Toronto Raptors or even Chicago Bulls over this Atlanta Hawks, they're just very awful, this is going to be an easy 4-0 series for the Celtics to be very honest.

I am sure they will. They will have a good 2 days' rest first then we will be on the Warriors homecourt, it will be different and I wish the Kings would answer back on how good their team really is even on road games.

3 games today.
Boston Celtics versus Atlanta Hawks - Boston Celtics (-10.5) I won at Game 1 with the same spreads, I hope the same result will happen today. Celtics is just too strong for the Hawks and this is still the Celtics home that should be protected. 13 point lead last on Game 1, another blowout will definitely cover it.

Cleveland Cavaliers versus New York Knicks - Cleveland Cavaliers (-4.5) The Knicks stole the 1st game in the series at Cleveland home. I doubt the Cavaliers would let this happen one more time. There's a chance they will be swept if they let it be and it will be an embarrassing upset after all the greatness they showed in the season.

Phoenix Suns versus Los Angeles Clippers - Los Angeles Clippers (10.5) Will be taking advantage of the handicap only. After I witnessed how close the game could be between these two teams, I'd rather stick with the plus than take a minus. +10 should be enough even at a less profitable win.

Good luck everyone.

I should say the Brooklyn Nets had some guts playing this far, with just 8 players playing for them, and just like the 1st game the 76ers come back in the 3rd quarter aswell, both Harris and Embiid have made a double-double with both having 20 points while Tyrese Maxey is on the lead having 33 points, now the Philadelphia 76ers are on the lead,


Jordan Poole did play for the Warriors but even though he played he just got 4 points the entire game and played 16 mins for this game, but still, the Sacramento Kings still won,


It was a close game after all but still, the Nets have just made it this far because of Durant and Irving but with the rest of the crew now they are cut short with small options to play, if they can not make a comeback the next game were they are playing at home, this is going to be the same fate as last season to be Swept again this time against the 76ers,

The Kings are actually amazing and they surely capitalized on the Warrior's turnovers those were a huge mistake for the Warriors that have been an opportunity for the Sacramento Kings and looking at the game this was really a great game to watch and on the post-interview, Mike Brown added that the crowd was amazing and he ain't in a building as loud as the court of the Kings,