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Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Lakers Current Line
OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER (27-13) at LOS ANGELES LAKERS (30-12)
Miami Heat vs. Denver Nuggets Betting Preview
This Miami Heat vs. Denver Nuggets betting preview is courtesy of Sportsbook.com, where the line was Miami -1 with a total of 203.5.
Knicks vs. Trailblazers Odds
The Knicks vs. Trailblazers odds for tonight’s game (January 11, 2011) was listed at Portland -4 with a total of 203.5.
Spurs vs. Celtics Line at -2
The Spurs vs. Celtics line for Wednesday night’s game was coming in at -2 in favor of Boston. The total on this game was listed at 190 at Sportsbook.com.
It’s a matchup between conference leaders as San Antonio heads to Boston after its four-game winning streak ended in a 128-115 loss in New York Tuesday night. Boston looks to get its third consecutive win, but has only gone 3-3 SU (2-4 ATS) since Orlando snapped its 14-game winning streak on Christmas Day, 86-76. However, all three wins were against teams under .500.
NBA Christmas Night Game Odds: Denver, Oklahoma City, Portland, Golden State
Heat-Lakers Christmas Day Game Line Opens At Los Angeles -2
NBA Christmas Day Games (2010): Bookies Wishing For Banner Betting Activity
Miami Heat Odds to Win the 2011 NBA Championship Still Better Than 2/1
Lakers vs. Bulls Betting Preview
This Lakers vs. Bulls betting preview is courtesy of Sportsbook.com, where the line was Los Angeles -2.5 and the total was set at 197.5.
Hawks-Magic Betting Preview
This Hawks-Magic betting preview is courtesy of Sportsbook.com, where the line was Orlando -6.5 with a 188 total.
Only eight players were active for the Magic in their 96-85 loss in Milwaukee, as Dwight Howard, Jameer Nelson, J.J. Redick and Mickael Pietrus were home with a stomach virus. Ryan Anderson was also out with a sprained foot. The 11-point loss to the Bucks snapped a six-game winning streak for the Magic.
Heat vs. Cavs Line Settles in at 5.5 as Lebron James Returns to Cleveland
Orlando Magic vs. Chicago Bulls Betting Odds
The Orland Magic vs. Chicago Bulls betting odds had Chicago -2 with a total of 194 (Line & total both unchanged) at Sportsbook.com.
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
This Los Angeles Lakers vs. Memphis Grizzlies betting preview is courtesy of Sportsbook.com.
Sportsbook.com using Lakers -5.5 & 204.5
BookMaker.com Pays Out $129,000 To A Single Winner
Lucky customer N.H. -whose identity and location are protected for confidentiality reasons-, just received a US$ 129,000 payout for his 12-team parlay winnings at BookMaker.com.
Gambling to Blame for Former Georgetown, NBA Player’s Shooting
The October 21 shooting of former NBA player Charles E. Smith in the Fairwood community of Bowie, Maryland, was over a gambling dispute, police have confirmed.
Police spokeswoman Sgt. Michelle Reedy told the Gazette that a search of the house where Smith resided and was found shot turned up "a large quantity of cocaine and evidence of a gambling operation,” including ledgers.
As of Thursday October 27, Smith remained in fair condition.
Miami Heat Still 2/1 Favorites To Win 2011 NBA Championship
With training camps beginning for the 2010/2011 NBA season, gamblers are excited to start placing their bets on 2011 NBA Championship futures. There is greater anticipation than ever before with the new look Miami Heat and Lebron James joining that franchise. The Miami Heat’s odds to win the 2011 NBA Championship were set at just under 2/1 (+170 odds) for a payout of $170 on every $100 bet at BetUS.com.
