Cherry Picking Quantity vs. Quality 09/25/2011(more...)

In a perfect world everyday there would be many games that have value. The greater total dollars bet over the course of the year the greater profit in absolute dollars when you have a positive return on investment as I do over the years. However realistically how many games on a given day CAN there be weaknesses in the line. Regardless whether it is zero games or ten games on a given day your bankroll and mental approach should be prepared for either scenario. However your focus should be on value not quantity.

 Do not force plays for the sake of action or trying to chase losses. The more plays the better because it creates diversification (no one play can make or break you) BUT those plays MUST have value. Betting plays without value with no edge is the same as throwing a dart against the board. It is a 50-50 proposition at best and eventually the juice will eat you alive.

One of the biggest advantages the sports bettor has over the book is the player can pass. The player picks which games they bet from a large menu while the book posts a line on almost every game. Remember the national anthem is played somewhere every day.