When it comes to betting on NBA games, most average bettors prefer to stick to the teams they know. It’s no secret that teams like the Lakers, Celtics, Cavs ans Spurs almost always are giving away 1 to 2 points more than they deserve to be for no other reason than they garner the most action.
At 82 games long, it should come as no surprise that even the best teams in the NBA hit a rough patch every once in a while. Indeed, each one of the top five teams in the league (Los Angeles, Boston, Orlando, Cleveland and San Antonio) have lost 2 or more games in a row [...]
If the Atlanta Hawks were looking for a true test of just how good they really are, it would seem like their current six game road trip that has them facing 4 of the top ten teams in the league would be the perfect opportunity. They haven’t responded well.
Looking at the Cavalier’s/Suns game tonight? Here’s a trend that you might want to keep in mind:
Play On - Home favorites (CLEVELAND) - a very good team (>=+7 PPG differential) against an average team (+/- 3 PPG differential), after a loss by 6 points or less. 25-4 (86.2%) over the last 5 seasons!
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Just a little nugget to help you in your never ending quest to get an edge:
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Washington Wizards are the only two teams in the NBA that have covered the spread in each of their last five games. At the other end of the spectrum (0-5), you’ll find the Cleveland [...]
