Los Angeles Lakers at Orlando Magic Game 3 Finals Pick
Posted by Matthew Regaw on June 9, 2009 · Leave a Comment
NBA Finals Game Three
Los Angeles Lakers at Orlando Magic (Lakers lead 2-0)
Tuesday, 9:05 pm Eastern – ABC
Bookmaker Sportsbook Opening Line: Magic – 4 , Total 198.5
The Orlando Magic had a chance in the NBA Finals to make the Los Angeles Lakers sweat and it remains to be seen if they get another one. Courtney Lee missed a layup with less than a second remaining in Game 2 and the Magic ended up losing Game 2 in overtime. Now the series shifts to Orlando where the Magic face a must-win Game 3 on Tuesday.
SBG Global reports that early NBA betting has the public taking Magic at Home.
The Lakers realize they could have lost on Sunday and Kobe Bryant has promised they will play better on Tuesday. “We’re about to kick it up,” he said. “You’d better believe it. We’re close. You see what I’m saying? This is the finals. We’re going to be ready to go.” The Lakers have been an up and down team during the playoffs but Pau Gasol believes that is over. “We’re playing tougher,” Gasol said. “We understand what it takes to go get the championship.”
The problem for Orlando is NBA history. Only three teams have won an NBA title after losing the first two games. “We’ve just got to go home and take care of business,” Magic center Dwight Howard said. “The Lakers did a good job of protecting their home, and now it’s our turn to do the same thing. We’ve been in some tough situations. We’ve just got to fight our way out.”
Orlando has a number of issues they must correct if they are to make this into a series. The first problem is turnovers. They had 20 turnovers in Game 2 and their point guards were awful. Rafer Alston and Jameer Nelson have played very poorly and Orlando head coach Stan Van Gundy had to go to Hedo Turkoglu to run the point for a while. “We were just trying to see if we could get somebody out there who would make shots off of the double teams and off the pick-and-rolls and things like that,” Van Gundy said. “I thought our guys fought hard, but we couldn’t make enough plays. And the 20 turnovers crushed us.”
Here are the NBA betting stats for Tuesday’s game. The Lakers are 22-8-2 ATS in their last 32 games as a road underdog. The Lakers are 2-5 ATS in the last 7 meetings.
The Magic are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 playoff games as a favorite.
Bookmaker.Com Current Line: Magic – 4 , Total 198
The Under is 10-1 in the Lakers last 11 vs. the Eastern Conference. The Under is 11-5 in the Lakers last 16 road games. The Under is 7-2 in Orlando’s last 9 playoff games as a favorite. The Over is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings in Orlando between the two teams.
Pick: Magic roll easily
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A comparison of four outlet centers Here’s our guide to getting the most out of outlet shopping.
Bergen Town Center
Where: Route 4 and Forest Avenue, Paramus; 201-845-4051; bergentowncenter.com
Whom it’s good for: Those who like the high fashion at department stores in the area — Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus — and want to see what’s available at their discount counterparts. Fitting with this theme of discount department stores, there’s also a Century 21, the only one in North Jersey. Also good for those who don’t have the time or energy to make the trek out to the larger outlet centers.
What to look for: Certain popular items from this season are in abundance: dozens upon dozens of styles of high boots, booties, fur vests and designer jeans at good prices. If you want a stylish outfit to wear to a holiday party, Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus or Bloomingdale’s The Outlet are good places to start. The Nordstrom Rack store is packed, like a T.J. Maxx or Marshalls.
What’s new: Chico’s, J.Crew, Jos. A Bank, REI
Interesting diversion: Sugar and Plumm, Purveyors of Yumm, a new mega candy store/pastry shop/restaurant, a fantasy land of sweets. Peer inside the glass cases to see cutely decorated cupcake pops, Halloween candy sculptures and gourmet chocolates. Ice cream and crepes are available, too.
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Where: 498 Red Apple Court, Central Valley, N.Y.; 845-928- 4000; premiumoutlets. com/wood burycommon
Whom it’s good for: If high-end labels like Chloe, Burberry and Jimmy Choo make your heart go all aflutter, this is the place for you. Also good for those with a specific shopping goal like “I want Ugg boots” or “a new Coach bag.” web site vera bradley coupon code
What to look for: Even if much of the inventory is off-season, these iconic brands have a certain timelessness. If you’ve dreamed of owning a classic Burberry trench coat, Tory Burch flats or a Kate Spade bag, you can find these items at significantly reduced prices. For trendy items like the Tory Burch flats, you may find that only a limited number of sizes is available. But as a reality check, remember we’re still dealing in the realm of high fashion: A Burberry trench with a fur collar is marked down by 30 percent to $1,199. Great deals are to be found at outlets like Vera Bradley (cotton handbags) and Le Creuset (cookware) that feature “retired” or phased-out colors, but otherwise the same product as retail. go to website vera bradley coupon code
Shopping tip: Sign up for free online for the VIP shoppers club. This gives you access to online coupons and a voucher for a coupon book. premiumoutlets. com/vip. And remember that there’s sales tax on clothing and footwear in New York.
What’s new: Coach Men’s, Andrew Marc and AllSaints Spitalfields, a “pop-up store” from the U.K. youth-oriented urban designer.
Interesting diversion: Grab a hot kosher knish or slice of pizza from the Kosher Cafe vending machine. For parents who left home without important baby items– teething rings, baby wipes or Gerber Graduates biscuits– the “Oops I forgot my” vending machine is at your service.
Jersey Gardens
Where: New Jersey Turnpike, Exit 13A, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth; 908-354-5900; jerseygardens.com.
Whom it’s good for: A factory outlet in the truest sense of the term, it serves the mid-market shopper, and there are great sales to be found. Also includes outlet department stores: Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Lord & Taylor Outlet and Neiman Marcus Last Call.
What to look for: It’s great for stocking up on basics like classic office wear (Brooks Brothers), socks and underwear, workout clothes and shoes under $100. There’s also a good selection of brands for children and teenagers: Osh Kosh, The Children’s Place, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch. For women who need to restock their lingerie drawer, the Victoria’s Secret Outlet has amazing deals, and it’s the only one of its kind in the area. Be ready to sift through piles of lingerie, but you will be rewarded: Ten pairs of panties for $30 or bras as low as $6.99.
Interesting diversion: Getting a back rub at the mall is nothing new, but the Aquamassage machine is a novel invention. Lie down fully dressed in this contraption that looks like a tanning bed, slip on headphones, and jets of water give you a full body massage. A waterproof barrier prevents users from getting wet.
The Secaucus Outlets
Where: Most outlets are located along or near Enterprise Avenue.
Whom it’s good for: Eileen Fisher, Gucci, Kenneth Cole and Calvin Klein fans. Shoppers can find baby clothing, lingerie and affordable shoes at Harmon Cove.
What to look for: In a quiet industrial area of Secaucus, some international fashion labels have corporate and warehouse space. The Eileen Fisher Company Store is at the front of its East Coast distribution center. Clearance items can be found for as low as $10. The Gucci outlet shares a building with the company’s U.S. finance offices, and includes past-season items reduced from 30 percent and up.
Interesting diversion: It’s a sprawling industrial area; you’re not going to find much else except for Meadowlands Hospital Medical Center and Major League Baseball Productions, the television and video division of U.S. professional baseball.
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