Sunday Premier League Pick

Bukomir's Predictions

Barclays Premier League
06 December, 09


Fulham v Sunderland
We all know Fulham will push for a win here and having in mind Sunderland away mentality it is likely to see all 3 points staying at home. The win will lift Fulham above their visitors in the top half of the table and find them well positioned before the Christmas period starts with its busy schedule. However I am a bit worried about from where exactly the goals will come from. Fulham were lucky to win 1:0 against CSKA Sofia in their European game on Thursday night and it was so obvious again the team misses an experienced goal scorer. Dempsey is unstoppable lately but this is more a sort of a flash than a tendency.
On the other hand Sunderland have Bent, now ready to join the action. I bet he will need some time to adapt back to his rythm from the start of the season and will not like Craven Cotage that much as the defense is top priority there. The Black Cats have everything to prove on the road this season and every game is a chance to make Steve Bruce happier.
Both teams have produced enough low scoring affairs when you look back in the history and it looks like a fair exit on Sunday in a game that can easily go either way.

Bet selection:
My main bet on this game will be on Under 2.5 Goals for a nice reward of 1.80 offered by bet365

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NBA Basketball Betting – Friday Night Picks

While most bettors will be focused on the Florida Alabama lines in their online sportsbook, since that’s the big college football event of the week, here’s a preview of the ESPN NBA games on Friday night:

Chicago Bulls @ Cleveland Cavaliers

Sports Betting Odds: Cavaliers -12

The Chicago Bulls have been an inconsistent team this year but one of their impressive wins came on November 5th when they won at the Quicken Loans Arena. On Friday night, they’ll try to duplicate that feat as they visit the Cleveland Cavaliers once again.

The Bulls have some problems right now but they can’t figure out exactly what’s wrong. They were a respectable 5-4 before leaving on a West Coast trip but after one win in Sacramento to open the road trip, they lost their remaining five games. They bounced back with a win over the Detroit Pistons to end their five-game losing streak on Wednesday but winning in Cleveland on Friday will be a tall order.

The Cavaliers had a slow start to the season and part of that was a home loss to the Bulls. But since that loss, the Cavaliers have won 10 of their 12 games and have not lost at home.

The Cavs are hitting their stride while the Bulls are just flat-out struggling right now. Stick with those trends as the Cavaliers get a win over the Bulls an exert some payback.

Pick: Cavaliers -12

Miami Heat @ Los Angeles Lakers

Sportsbook Lines: Lakers -11

While many teams are sorting out their problems at the top of both conferences, the Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the steadiest teams around. Aside from losing back-to-back games to Denver and Houston, the Lakers are 13-1 since the start of November.

In recent weeks, now that the Lakers have their lineup back at full strength, they have been rolling opponents. The Lakers have won seven straight games – six of them at home – by a margin of 16.7 points per game.

The Lakers are a very dominant team with All-Stars at four of their five starting positions. The Heat do have Dwyane Wade but that clearly won’t be enough against such a balanced attack.

On top of that, the Heat will be playing their second game of a back-to-back on the road. Fatigue will surely be a factor as the Lakers win rather easily.

Pick: Lakers -11

NBA Betting – Friday Basketball Picks

Sure, NFL betting will grab the headlines during Thanksgiving weekend, but there’s plenty of NBA to bet on too. Here are some intriguing matchups to consider for Friday.

San Antonio Spurs @ Houston Rockets
Friday, November 27, 8:30 p.m. ET

It’s been an odd start for the Spurs, considered serious championship contenders by many sports betting sharps entering the season. They’ve sputtered to a 7-6 record despite boasting one of the NBA’s deepest rosters. A big reason for their slow start is injuries, as it seems one of Tim Duncan or Manu Ginobli always has some kind of malady. Another reason is their relaxed approach; they’re confident enough in their playoff chances that Gregg Popovich isn’t pushing his starters too hard early on.

While the Spurs have won three straight, those wins all came at home. Strangely enough, San Antonio is 0-4 on the road this year. I do, however, think they end that slump in Houston on Friday. The Rockets are playing well enough without Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming – Trevor Ariza is earning his keep so far – but they aren’t beating anyone important aside from their one victory over the Lakers. Usually, the Dallases and San Antonios of the world handle the depleted Rockets. Shane Battier can’t cover everyone so I like the Spurs to wake up and win on Friday.

NBA betting pick: Spurs

New Jersey Nets @ Sacramento Kings
Friday, November 27, 10:00 p.m. ET

The sports betting world is a funny place in that it ignores bad teams but suddenly becomes interested in really bad teams. Take the New Jersey Nets. They’re 0-15, two losses away from tying the NBA record for worst-ever start to a season. That makes for exciting betting as we sit their wondering if “this is the game” the finally win or if they have a date with dubious history.

It’s safe to say New Jersey’s trip to Sacramento is the last chance to avoid humiliation. If the Nets lose, they go to Los Angeles for Game 16 (loss) and host Dallas for Game 17 (probably a loss). They probably know this and will thus give their best effort of the season on Friday night.

There’s plenty to like about Sacramento’s start, as Kevin Martin is exploding into stardom and Tyreke Evans looks like a player too (though he turns over the ball a ton). But the Kings can be had. They allow 105.4 points per game, the sixth-worst mark in the league. With Devin Harris likely starting and Courtney Lee’s minutes coming back up, the Nets are getting healthier. Look for them to end the misery and win a hard-fought road game this Friday. Make them your sports picks.

NBA betting pick: Nets

How to Manage Your Betting Bankroll

Responsible gambling is all about control. Regardless of the remarkable tales of hot streaks, the wide belief in luck or especially strategies to "beat" the game that you've learned, the only true way to come out ahead when gambling is to be responsible and maintain complete control over your emotions, your decisions and your bankroll.

Your bankroll is, basically, the amount of money you bring to any poker or casino table or some bookmakers room when betting on UEFA Champions League games. It can even be the overall amount you have in your account. The amount of money you have will dictate your choices, and by following this as a rule, you will maximize reward while minimizing risk.

How do you effectively manage your bankroll and use percentages in your favor? Well, it's an easy process to learn; you'll just have to implement it.

Tips to Bankroll Management


1: Figure out a budget and stick to it. With most online gaming venues, you're going to receive some bonus money to start out. For instance, if you deposit $100, you may receive $200 to play with. Don't go crazy putting money into any casino or poker room. Play with only what you can afford.

2: Stick to what you know. If you're a fan of roulette, then select one of the best roulette casinos to play at. This goes for poker or any other game. Bankroll management is about winning. We're not just running around blindly trying to press our luck.

3: Play only at tables that have limits less than 20% of your bankroll. For example, if you're playing a ring game in poker and want to play with $100, make sure you go to a $5 max table. Anything else is too risky. You could lose it all in one hand. Remember, bankroll management is about minimizing your risk.

4: Determine a time to get out. This goes for either winning or losing. If you're having a bad day and your particular strategies aren't panning out, run for cover. You can use the 50/50 rule for this. If you're down half of your bankroll, get out of the game. And if you're winning 50% of your bankroll, get out while you're ahead. Hopefully, you'll be ahead far more often than behind.

5: Always bet conservatively. You may run into some good luck and start doing well, but never bet more than 20% of your bankroll at the table. You want to chip away at winnings in small increments. Yes, this may be slow and painful, but you have two options when gambling: lose quickly or win slowly.

If you follow these five tips to manage your bankroll, then you should always be able to keep your risk at a minimum and chip away at some winnings. These rules apply from the top blackjack games to the lowest-stakes poker tables. Just always remember that protecting your bankroll is of vital importance. You cannot play without money.

NHL Betting – Blue Jackets, Canadiens in lone Tuesday NHL matchup

While you’re looking over the NFL betting odds for the Thanksgiving matchups, cool off for a minute and check out the action on the ice on Tuesday, when Columbus will visit Montreal in a clash of two teams with playoff aspirations.

Blue Jackets vs Canadiens odds – Tuesday, November 24, 7:30 PM ET

Ahead of Tuesday’s game in New York against the Rangers, Columbus is 1-0-1 on a five-game road trip. They showed some heart by bouncing back from a 9-1 humiliation in Detroit with a three-game win streak that was broken with a 4-3 shootout loss in Nashville on Saturday. In their lone meeting with Montreal last year, the Blue Jackets got two assists each from Rick Nash and Jan Hejda in a 4-3 overtime win. Steve Mason, the Calder winner who NHL betting players have seen go through a bit of a sophomore slump to begin this year, had 34 saves in the win.

The Canadiens have gotten resurgence from their own young goaltender as Carey Price was named the second star of the week. Price hasn’t given up more than two goals in five straight starts, and seven of his last 10. If the Canadiens are going to be an NHL betting player this year, they need Price to fulfill the potential that we all see. However, he struggles in front of the home fans, which is a testament to how tough it is to play in Montreal. Price is 1-4-1 at home this year with a .888 save percentage. Their goalscorers from last year’s game against Columbus are no longer with the team: Patrice Brisebois, Sergei Kostitsyn and Alex Tanguay.

NHL betting odds in your sportsbook will be close for this game, but they should favor the Canadiens for a few reasons. One, they’re at home, even though the Blue Jackets are decent on the road and have lost just one of their last five in Montreal. Two, the Blue Jackets play on Monday night, while the Canadiens have been off since Saturday, a 3-2 shootout loss at home to Detroit. Three, Price has been playing extremely well as of late, and he needs a win to get the home fans off of his back.

Hockey Picks: Montreal