Even after is became clear that the Spurs would not cover at -5, I was still pulling for them to win. After that incredible shot of Duncan's, it seemed like a done deal. Damn you Fisher.
My hot streak had to end sometime, I'm sure :) I did get a bet down on the Lakers at halftime for a bit of a save, but the odds had shifted so much that it didn't help a lot.
I went 1-1 last night taking the dogs on both games, but instead of that being a small loss (due to the vig) it was a small profit. I found both bets at +104 at TradebetX. Betting exchanges are cool.
I was a bit surprised to see the Nets win outright in Detroit. It will be interesting to see what happens if they make the finals in the East. Everyone has focused on Indiana and Detroit as the teams to watch, but certainly no one has had as much success in the East as the Nets the last few years. It may be a mistake to count them out.
Today for me it will be the Heat at +11.5. The last game in Indiana I took the Pacers at -11.5, and they let a 20 point lead dribble down to 11 in the last few minutes. Grrr. Also, I think the Heat may have convinced themselves that this is still a series.
I think it will be tough to stay away from the Lakers at -4.5. It's certainly possible for the Spurs to win this one, LA is notorius for playing down to the level of their opponents and lacking a killer instinct at times. I would not be shocked to see the series still go to 7. But, the Spurs have not shot well lately, especially on the road, and unless guys like Hedo and Bowen and Parker can step up and hit outside shots they are doomed. The Lakers will double Duncan all day if that happens.
And betting the Lakers helps me on a personal level. I hate them soooo much, but it's a bit less painful when they win and I win some money. Now, if they win but don't cover, my neighbors can expect to hear the sounds of shouting and shit breaking.
I've promised that whichever team can knock LA out this year will be my new favorite team. It would be cool if it's the Spurs, but I could deal with becoming a Twolves or Pacers or Nets fan, too :)
Ted