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Most hockey betting fans are likely irritated to no end at the NHL’s strange scheduling of the Conference Final matchups, but there’s a silver lining to the big gaps between action; those betting NHL have more time to prep their NHL picks. Let’s break down Thursday’s and Friday’s NHL lines.
Below is a look at some of the hottest bets this week, covering an array of different sports and events.
NBA
DENVER NUGGETS
Despite their 105-103 loss in Game 1 on Tuesday night, the Denver Nuggets still got the pointspread win as a 6½-point road underdog. The Nuggets are now 10-0-1 ATS in their eleven NBA playoff games this season.
By Tony George
Each year I write something that pertains to this subject. Let me preface by saying that baseball is my least favorite spectator sport as a fan of the game, straight up or with action on it. I am a huge College Football fan, being from Nebraska I have no choice, as well as NFL, NCAA Hoops (what’s better than March madness, really?) as well as the NBA.
While UFC 98 odds and Indy 500 odds are at the top of the online sports book list this week, the NBA playoffs are down to the final four and the action tips off on Tuesday. NBA odds have the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers favored in a dream Finals matchup, but the Denver Nuggets and Orlando Magic will be looking to make it interesting.
Sunday May 17, 8:05 PM ET
New York Mets (21-15) 1st place in NL East
San Francisco Giants (18-18) 2nd place NL West
New York has won the first 3 games of the series. They turn to #2 guy, Mike Pelfrey to finish off the sweep. The Giants will send Matt Cain to the hill.
While most will be making their Preakness betting choices this weekend, there is an intriguing series on the baseball diamond that is worth your consideration. The lead in the American League West is up for grabs at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, as the division-topping Rangers host the Los Angeles Angels, who are starting to regain the form that has brought them two straight West titles.
Craig’s MLB Free Play for May 15th, 2009. Craig’s MLB free play is on the NL matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and the San Diego Padres. Lets look at the records and trends in this series!
The Celtics are 9-point underdogs in their series opener vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers…and bettors at SPORTSBETTING.com still like King James and the Cavs to continue their playoff domination, as 80% of all the volume wagered on the game is on Cleveland.
Preakness odds and post positions have been set for the 134th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race course, and the sportsbook favorite is a filly looking to become the first female to win the Preakness since 1924.
Craig’s NBA Free Play for May 14th, 2009.
Craig’s NBA free play is on the Western Conference QTR Finals matchup between the LA Lakers and Houston Rockets Game 6. Lets look at the records and trends in this series!
What a difference a couple of weeks make. Sportsbook.com bettors that were fortunate enough to have a wager on long shot, ‘Mine that Bird’ cashed in at 50-1 at The Kentucky Derby.
Hockey Betting – Caps, Pens go down to Game 7
Hockey betting players have been treated to one of the most exciting series in recent memory in the NHL playoffs, and it’s only right that Washington and Pittsburgh come down to a seventh and deciding game. The Capitals are the sportsbook favorites at home, and in a series that has features five one-goal games and four overtime games, those who are betting online can expect a nailbiter.
Craig’s MLB Free Play for May 13th, 2009. Craig’s MLB free play is on the NL matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and the Arizona Diamond backs. Lets look at the records and trends in this series!
Golf betting doesn’t have to stop just because the big tournaments are done for a while, and that’s the attitude a few select “name” golfers likely had when they entered the somewhat weak field for this week’s Valero Texas Open odds. Should sportsbook bettors stick with the names they know or is there major value in a no-name this week?
The three American Idol finalists are set and betED.com has betting odds on who will be crowned the winner of the hit reality show.
Adam Lambert remains a big favorite at -375 in betED.com entertainment prop betting odds.
As the shortest leg of the Triple Crown series, the Preakness Stakes – which will take place Saturday, May 16, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Md., – is a race with no room for error.
