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Call me Calos
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YTD: 73-46-3 (+32.1 units, 59.8%)
NBA: 34-27-2 (+4.4 units, 54%)
WTD: 1-1 (-0.1 units, 50%)
5* Plays: 4-2 (+9 units, 66.7%)


Alright, here goes. The final half of the season is upon us. Wish everybody luck and enjoy. I'm going to change things up a little. Instead of making a new thread each day, I will do one per week. I think it is just easier for me to track my plays like that. Hope there aren't any problems.

Tonight's Plays:


Detroit Pistons -10.5

I wrote earlier that I really like the way these guys are playing. It seems like they finally have gotten over themselves and the championship run to realize that this is a new season. I think the fact that only one Piston, Ben Wallace, was picked for the All-Star team, helped these guys realize that they aren't anything special individually. They are realizing that in order to win they must play as team, on both sides of the court. This is exactly what they have been doing recently, as they've won four in a row and six straight at home. During this stretch, <!--StartFragment --> the Pistons have shot 50 percent or better in three straight games and had 30 or more assists in three of their last four. Amazing, give me a team with 30+ assists in the NBA and I'll give you a winner. Tonight, they host the New York Knickerbockers before heading off on a six game road trip. New York has been struggling to find any kind of rhythm. They have won 2 of 3 but lost 14 of 16 before that. They sit at the bottom of their division, and are likely to be there for a while. I'm going to take my chances on the Pistons to continue their dominance at home over these woeful Knicks.
Detroit 105, New York 88


Seattle SuperSonics +3

Houston is playing some of the best ball they've played all season. They currently sit on an eight game road trip and look to continue their streak tonight at home vs the Sonics. Seattle lost two straight before the break and are trying to avoid making it three in a row. In all honesty, I feel Houston is due for loss. I don't mean to take anything away from them, because they are a good team, but all streaks come to an end. With San Antonio hosting the Rockets tomorrow, I will bet that they lose one of these two games (double or nothing). I don't want to miss out on this money making opportunity.
Seattle 105, Houston 97
 

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While I would have liked for us to get the sweep to start the second half, I will not complain and take the push. Detroit was up big but seemed to just let go in the end to give New York the back door. Congrats to those on the Knicks. Seattle had a strong run at the end of the game and pulled out the SU win. It was only a matter of time for the Rockets to lose. Tomorrow's matchups should be interesting.

Not sure if I'll be able to post tomorrow. Will try my best. I have a new job and don't know when I'll get out. Good luck on all your action!


YTD: 76-45-3 (+34 units, 61.3%)
NBA: 35-28-2 (+4.3 units, 53.8%)

WTD: 4-2 (1.8 units, 66.7%)
5* Plays: 4-2 (+9 units, 66.7%)
 

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One Play...2/23

Got one play for tonight:


Washington Wizards -3

The Grizzlies are looking to avoid losing three in a row since they lost six staight from 11/24-12/1. Washington is also on a bit of a losing streak, dropping their last three. However, these losses came on the road. Now Washington starts the second half of the season at home, where they are on a four game win streak. Both teams are hurting. Memphis is without Pau Gasol, Stromile Swift, and James Posey. This is nothing new however, as they have been without these guys for most of their strong run. Washington lost Juan Dixon for two weeks, but Larry Hughes and, maybe, Kwame Brown will return tonight. I think Memphis is due for a bit of a dry spell, while Washington will be starving for redemption after losing by 30 to Houston last time out.
Washington 101, Memphis 93
 

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Shoulda had that DET game last night. I like WAS here too. Good luck tonight.
 

Call me Calos
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Not a good night. Got the pro hoop play but missed both my college dogs. Be back tomorrow, God willing, and try to get more winners.
 

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Plays 2/23

YTD: 77-47-3 (+32.8 units, 60.6%)
NBA: 36-28-2 (+5.3 units, 54.5%)
WTD: 5-4 (+0.6 units, 55.6%)
5* Plays: 4-2 (+9 units, 66.7%)


I'm impressed with what Philly managed to pull off in this trade. Iverson was complaining about needing a second scorer, and with Webber in, this is just what the Sixers needed to get over the .500 mark and win the division. In all honesty, both teams made out in this trade. Sac frees itself of the burden it had with Webber's salary. Webber is suited well for the East Coast because he won't have to play as many minutes or have to worry about competing for stats with Peja, Miller, and Bibby (just Iverson). As for Iverson, he is maturing into a stellar ballplayer who wants to win. He will learn to incorporate C-Webb into the gameplan, but not before displaying his dominance. It may take a while to get acquainted with the new pickups but I feel they come to form sooner than expected. Can't wait until Saturday when Philly and Sac meet up. Should be fun.

Tonight's Plays:


Philadelphia 76ers +3


Now, I've faded Philly early in the year, but knew it was only a matter of time for them to break thru. However, be careful with these guys, because a lot of public money may start jumping on board, and the books will adjust accordingly. Tonight they visit the Knicks, who are struggling to win, but manage to bring in the money. Last time out, they covered as 10.5 point dogs to Detroit (I know, I had the Pistons), making that 7 covers in 9 tries. The Knicks seem to own Philly, particularly at home. The Sixers have lost 4 straight in New York and The Knicks have covered in 6 of 7 at the Garden. I like Philly tonight, as I feel Iverson will explode for a huge night. Think of it as an encore to his All-Star MVP performance. Webber won't likely play tonight, but should be on hand watching from the bench. I think Iverson will want to show his new teammate what is in store for him, but more importantly make a statement reminding everybody who is the team captain.


Minnesota/LA Clippers OVER 183

Won't write too much here but looking at this matchup, I see the number somewhere in the high 190s to 200s. The Clips play little D and have the ability to score with Brand, Maggete, and Simmons. The combo of Jaric and Brunson has been working well for them also and they are averaging 97.3 ppg this month. Minny seems to be rejuvenated with the coaching change but had only scored 82.3 points in the three games leading up to there win vs Cleveland. They managed to put up 94 in that game, and before that string they had scored 96 or more in the four games before that. Minny has gone under in 5 straight so they're due an over. Who better to get it with than these Clippers.
 

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Good luck tonight. I have the Sixers favored in this game and, of course, am already on the LAC over. Good card and good luck.
 

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Plays for 2/27

YTD: 77-50-3 (+29.5 units, 59.2%)
NBA: 36-30-2 (+3.1 units, 54.5%)
WTD: 5-7 (-2.7 units, 41-7%)
5* Plays: 4-2 (+9 units, 66.7%)



Been away for the weekend. Been taking care of some personal issues. Looking to end the week positive. Good Luck!

Tonight's Plays:

5 Units Atlanta/Clippers OVER 190

Both these teams play little defense. I took the Clippers to go over Friday and they failed me. I'm going to take it again, because I see both these teams lack defense. Friday, Minny got in the way of the over with their lack of offense. Atlanta is now without Antoine Walker but I don't think it will matter. Total falls in 210s.

Utah/Houston under 188

These two matchup well defensively, going way under in 7 of 10. Carlos Boozer is doubtful tonight so his presence will be missing. Houston should cruise but not enough poits scored tonight to go over. Final in low 170s.
Good Luck!

 

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YTD: 78-52-3 (+32.3 units, 58.6%)
NBA: 37-31-2 (+7 units, 52.9%)
WTD: 6-9 (+0.1 units, 40%)
5* Plays: 5-2 (+14 units, 71.4%)


Not a good week for us. complete opposite of last week. Hopefully today I get some winners. At least I finished the week in the positive barely.
 

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Hey, for having a bad week and coming out just above zero....that's a GREAT bad week. Keep it up and we'll get 'em where it counts today!!! tulsa
 

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Thanks tulsa. You always got positive things to say. I hope we whup em toninght. I got four plays tonight, so i'll be stressing a bit. good luck.
 

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