If you are a bookie, don’t make the tragic and costly mistake of thinking that, just because the NBA lost fan popularity due to the lockout, the bets won’t still be rolling in this season. In spite of how the fans may feel, gamblers are still going strong when it comes to NBA betting lines. As such, there are a few things that you need to know in order to have the most success with NBA lines.
1. This season, expect the NBA betting lines to be busier than ever. Gamblers benefit from having accurate NBA lines during the whole season moreover when it has such a high volume of games. In fact, there is an NBA game nearly every night. When you add this to the fact that normally the season is particularly long, it’s easy to see that bettors are going to end up with a lot more opportunities to win and, of course, to lose, which can make you more money. Gear up for handling the crazy crowds by having a plan already in place.
2. While teasers are not always a guarantee of success when it comes to NBA betting lines, bookies are advised to use discretion if they allow them this season. 4 point teasers are probably the most points you want to give away. Consider putting a minimum of 3-4 teams if you don’t like the 2 team option. Although by no means a sure thing you might want to avoid the 8 point and 10 point monster teasers unless you make your players lay a lot of juice.
3. Don’t expect line movement to remain stable. Make sure you are paying very close attention to line movement as it can get rather dramatic. NBA lines are like a roller coaster with all the ups and downs from when the line opens to when it closes. Sometimes points can vary as much as five points or more, so you will obviously want to stay on top of things at all times.
4. Make sure you keep an extra close eye on those whom you know to be sharp bettors. Even with those whom you aren’t sure about, you will want to watch until you’ve got a clear idea of their betting style. The main reason for this is that basketball, with its constant line movement, is an easy target for the sharp bettors of the world.
5. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Not everyone is equipped to handle the constant line movement and player injuries that go along with the sport of basketball. If you’re faltering, don’t be afraid to ask for assistance from a good pay per head service.
