Opening Round Betting Strategies By Marc Lawrence It’s never too early or late to prepare for the playoffs. Like preparing for a marathon, it’s best to put ourselves into the best possible condition we can as we make a season ending dash for the cash. With help from our trusted database, let’s examine four time-tested proven theories that have lined our pocket during the opening round of playoffs since 1991. Here... Read more

By Marc Lawrence Some say the NBA is simply an acronym for Nothing But Aggravation. Others contend it's merely a Nice Bankroll Additive. Whatever your take, there is no better time than the present - with Pro Basketball taking a time out for the All-Star break - to examine the condition of each team in the league at this stage of the season. From the surprise teams to the disappointments, the run to the playoffs is... Read more

By Marc Lawrence With the College Bowl games now in the rear view mirror and a new Super Bowl champion about to be crowned, our focus shifts to the NBA where teams are now engaged in the 2nd half the season. With that, let's check your handicapping prowess as we take a look at a handful of handicapping theories that apply to teams playing from Game 42 out during the regular season in the NBA. All results are ATS... Read more

By Marc Lawrence Pregame Pros Handicapper One month into the NBA Playoffs and were down to the Conference Finals. In just two weeks the season will conclude with the Championship Finals as the 2007-08 season winds its way to the finish line. Lets take a peek into our database to see what we can expect from teams in the Third Round of the playoffs. Remember, all results are ATS (Against The Spread) in Third Round action... Read more

Weve seen it time and again. Teams scratch and claw to land a spot in the NBA playoffs and before they realize it they are in over their heads and are soon headed home. This is especially true for teams that have lost three straight playoff games in a row. Like a boxer taking a standing 8-count, these teams are wobbly and ready to fall. From our trusted database, lets take a look at how playoff teams perform in... Read more