Saturday Betting Notes

Last night went 3-2 in bases, with winners on St. Louis, Arizona and Tex/Bos.-Over. Kansas City and the Dodgers were losers. Can't complain, being fifth in MLB at FSM. Stepped out on Arizona, playing them at -167 money line. Normally don't play favorites above -150, especially in April; however the Snakes were in a system that was 22-3, thus made the wager. Arizona ended up winning 9-0.

Took Washington and Dallas as NBA series plays. I'm not sold that Cleveland is really any good right now. Many believe King James can lift the Cavs all by himself to win this series. While that sounds great, who does he pass the ball to for dependable scoring? Ben Wallace is a absolute liability on offense, meaning even a so-so defensive team like the Wizards can guard five on four. Washington hung in their the whole season, overcoming injuries and is as healthy as they have been all year. Three very good players against one great one, Washington wins.

Some people don't believe New Orleans lack of playoff experience is a detriment, quite the contrary in my opinion. I see it causing them problems and Dallas really has no pressure on them being the underdog. I'm first in line to believe the Mavs are mentally weak and can fall apart like muffin. Yet now they have no expectations and sting Hornets advancing.

I did pass on Dallas today with the +4.5 and even though they are 14-2 ATS as playoff dogs, don't like the fact they drilled New Orleans at home Wednesday.

Today playing the White Sox to win, and took Washington Caps to win game five. Actually liked Brewers and Royals also, but decided to pass because Suppan hasn't gotten anybody out this season and K.C. currently is offensively challenged.