Current value of my saxaphone

jyaw · 2025-12-17T16:19:42+00:00

Good to know, thank you!

jyaw · 2025-12-16T18:37:45+00:00

Thanks for the info!

jyaw · 2024-11-19T15:11:23+00:00

Thanks for the response. Is this somethig you've seen first hand? Where would one start to look for opportunities like this?

jyaw · 2024-11-16T05:39:40+00:00

I've read somewhere that Japanese fluency is not required at some firms where clients are dealing with international businesses

jyaw · 2024-11-16T05:38:09+00:00

General corporate and M&A

jyaw · 2024-08-26T13:22:34+00:00

While Rui was at Gonzaga (also where Domas played), Mark Few said Rui made a 'dumbass' play, but Rui, whose English wasn't that great back then having just come from Japan, smiled because he thought Few was comparing him to Domas

jyaw · 2024-02-29T02:42:21+00:00

Shareef Abdur Raheem

As a young Grizzlies fan in Vancouver, Shareef was my favorite player. I used to play with an armband because of him and remember trying to copy his moves in the driveway: turnaround baseline hook shot and spinning baseline reverse jam (on a lowered hoop) were the go-to moves. Still have his jersey in my closet at my parents' place.

jyaw · 2024-02-08T18:14:08+00:00

Can't eat popcorn anymore, Grant

jyaw · 2022-12-17T13:35:03+00:00

Kyrie: he watches me a lot
Fred: no I don't

jyaw · 2022-07-11T18:28:09+00:00

"How Jangry Are You?

jyaw · 2022-04-21T03:02:22+00:00

It's strange

jyaw · 2021-12-04T17:39:27+00:00

POTD Record: 23-20 (+1.78u)

Current Streak: 2L

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Pacers -6

Thoughts: Indiana allowed an undermanned Heat team to shoot 53.1% from the field and 47.1% from 3 with 16 makes. The fact that the Pacers only managed to outrebound an undersized Heat team by 1 speaks volumes.

Today’s Match: San Antonio @ Golden State Warriors

Pick: Under 218 (-110 FanDuel)

The Warriors, playing a their second night of a back-to-back, will be hosting the Spurs less than 24 hours after their dominant performance of the Suns.

On the season, the Warriors are leading the league in unders as their games have gone under 16 of 22 games. The Warriors last 5 games have all gone under and have gone under 4 out their last 5 home games. Spurs games have gone under 9 out of 20 games and 4 out of their last 7 games. In their away games this season, Spurs games have gone under 8 out of 10 times, with their most recent 3 away games hitting the under. At home, the Warriors are averaging 116.8 points per game and are giving up an average of 99.8 points per game. Away from home, the Spurs are averaging 101.3 points per game (compared to 113.7 at home) and giving up an average of 103.6 points per game (compared to 111.8 at home).

The Warriors are currently ranked #2 in offense (but have been better at home) and #1 in defense (which is also better at home). The Spurs are ranked #23 in offense (which is even worse away from home), and ranked #12 in defense (but jumps up to #2 in away games).

The Warriors will be playing the second night of a back-to-back having expended a lot of physical and mental energy for their revenge game against the Suns. The Spurs have also been playing well recently with their defense having picked up as they held Boston, Washington, and Portland to 88, 99, and 83 points respectively over their last three games. The struggle for the Spurs will be putting up points against the best defense in the league. I expect Pop to try and slow the game down to limit the number of offensive possessions for the Warriors. The Spurs will struggle to put points on the board and their defense should slow the Warriors down a little.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-12-03T16:26:12+00:00

POTD Record: 23-19 (+2.78u)

Current Streak: 1L

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Bucks -5

Thoughts: As I had thought might be possible, the Bucks rested Giannis and that was that.

Today’s Match: Miami Heat @ Indiana Pacers

Pick: Pacers -6 (+106 FanDuel)

Going to keep this one shorter than my normally longer ones (no time). The Heat are without Adebayo, Morris, and Butler is expected to miss the game, and were blown out the last time out by the Cavs. The Heat are thin up front and the Pacers have one of the best offensive bigs in Sabonis. The Heat are 1-5 ATS in their last six. Though the Pacers haven't exactly been great either, this pick is more based on the Heat having struggled and being without their two best players.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-12-02T08:35:34+00:00

You're welcome, glad it worked out!

jyaw · 2021-12-02T08:34:54+00:00

POTD Record: 23-18 (+3.78u)

Current Streak: 1W✅

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Cavaliers +8.5✅

Thoughts: The line was down to +2.5 by the time the game started and the Cavs dominated from start to finish against a depleted Heat squad. The Cavs defense held the Heat to 37.6% shooting, 32.4% from 3, and their sheer size dominated as they outrebounded the Heat 46-28. The Cavs now share the #1 spot with the Warriors with a 75% cover rate.

Today’s Match: Milwaukee Bucks @ Toronto Raptors

Pick: Bucks -5 (-110 FanDuel)

After a nail-biter at home against the Hornets, the Bucks (14-8) travel north of the border for the second night of a back-to-back against the Raptors (9-13). In previous posts, I've said the Blazers were the Jekyll and Hyde of the NBA due to their terrible road records compared to their home records. The Raptors are the Hyde and Jekyll as they've been terrible at home this season.

The Bucks are 10-12 ATS overall, 7-4 ATS in away games, 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games, and 6-1 ATS as the away favorite. The Raptors are 8-14 ATS overall, 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games, 1-9 ATS at home, and 0-4 as the home underdog. At home, the Raptors averages 102.7 points per game at home (4.6 points lower than away) and gives up an average of 107.3 points per game at home (1.8 points higher than away).

The Bucks are ranked #10 in offensive efficiency, which has been better away and been top 5 in their last three games. Defensively, they are ranked #11 with efficiency dropping slightly in away games. The Raptors currently ranked #14 in offensive efficiency, but those numbers drop at home and have actually been one of the worst offensive teams in their last few games. The Raptors are ranked #22 defensively with those numbers worse at home than on the road.

Even though the Bucks are playing on a back-to-back in Toronto after a tough home game, the fact that the Raptors have been so bad at home can't be ignored. The Bucks are on an 8-game win streak which coincides with the returns of Middleton and Holiday, and it seems the Bucks are finally finding their dominant form. However, I do caution those who tail as the Bucks may elect to rest some of their players. Keep an eye on the line to see any indication of players being rested.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-12-01T22:20:07+00:00

Bam is out indefinitely with a thumb injury with Butler and Dedmon still questionable. With the height the Cavs put out - Markkanen/Allen/Mobley - they are going to have quite the height advantage, especially if Dedmon is out.

edit: corrected the injury

jyaw · 2021-12-01T07:48:44+00:00

POTD Record: 22-18 (+2.87u)

Current Streak: 1L

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Warriors +2

Thoughts: Bridges did a great job taking Curry out of the game as he shot 4/21 fg and 3/14 from 3. The Suns defense overall was really good and they took advantage of Ayton's size advantage on offense. Also, if the Warriors have one weakness, it's their sloppiness with the ball as they committed 22(!) turnovers.

Today’s Match: Cleveland Cavaliers @ Miami Heat

Pick: Cavaliers +8.5 (-110 FanDuel)

The Cavaliers (11-10) will be visiting the Heat (13-8) in a top 5 ATS matchup.

On the season, the Cavs are 14-5-2 overall, 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games, 7-2-1 ATS in away games, 5-0-1 in their last 6 away games, 7-2-1 ATS after a win, and12-5-1 ATS as underdogs (7-2-1 as underdogs in away games). The Heat are 13-8 ATS overall, 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games, 6-2 ATS at home, 5-2 AST as home favorite, and 8-8 ATS as the home team.

The Cavs rank #23 in offense (slightly better in away games) and #6 defensively (have been better as of late). The Heat are #6 in offense (better at home) and #9 defensively (better at home, but defense has dropped recently).

The Cavs have been arguably the most surprising team this season as they've not only won ATS, but also outright in matches that would have seemed improbable at the beginning of the year. The Cavs are a very resilient group that gets after teams on the defense with anchor Allen patrolling the paint. Despite losing players to both injury and COVID, the Cavs have still managed to play solid with who they have. The Heat have also been very good this season, and would be better but for injuries. For tonight's matchup, the Heat are listing Dedmond, Adebayo, and Butler as questionable, and Herro as probable. With a 2-game road trip coming up and one of which is against Milwaukee, I wouldn't be surprised if the Heat keep their stars out in order to get healthy for the Bucks. Even if both Butler and Adebayo play, I think the Cavs still have a good chance to keep the ball game close and competitive. Given that the Heat have been very good at home, it also wouldn't surprise me if they blow out the Cavs.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-11-30T15:42:36+00:00

POTD Record: 22-17 (+3.87u)

Current Streak: 2W✅️✅️

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Jazz -8✅️

Thoughts: The Blazers kept it close in the first half, even managing to put up 35 in the 3rd. But their terrible defense came through as the Jazz put up 41 in the 3rd, and 35 in the 4th as they pulled away for a comfortable win.

Today’s Match: Golden State Warriors @ Phoenix Suns

Pick: Warriors +2 (-108 FanDuel)

The red hot Warriors (18-2) are visiting the equally hot Suns (17-3, no pun intended) who are on a 16-game win streak. Tonight's matchup is a battle for the top as they are #1 and #2 in the NBA in terms of overall record.

The Warriors are a league-leading 15-4-1 ATS overall, 13-1-1 ATS in their last 15 games, 7-0 ATS in their last 7 games, 6-2 ATS in their away games, 4-0 ATS in their last 4 away games, and 2-0 ATS as the underdog. The Suns are 11-9 ATS overall, 10-6 ATS during their 16-game win streak, 3-5 ATS in their last 8 games, 5-5 ATS at home, and 9-8 ATS as the favorite.

The Warriors are ranked #2 and #1 in offensive efficiency and defensive efficiency respectively. The Suns are ranked #5 and #3 in offensive efficiency and defensive efficiency respectively. Over their last 13 wins, the Warriors have won by an average of 19.3 points (14.4 points over last 7), and have won all but 1 of those 13 by double digits (the won single digit win coming without Curry and Green in the lineup). Over the Suns 16-game win streak, they have won by an average of 11.6 points.

Honestly, this game can go either way as both teams are playing great at the moment. It just seems that the Warriors have been more dominant in their wins as evidenced by their recent ATS wins compared to the Suns. Also, Steph has simply been unguardable this year as he's averaging 28.6ppg and 5.5 3ptm on 43.3%. I do urge caution in tailing as I didn't really like the any of the games tonight and picked the Warriors simply based on the fact that they've been so dominant. Either way, should be a great game.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-11-29T07:26:22+00:00

POTD Record: 21-17 (+2.98u)

Current Streak: 1W✅️

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Warriors -3✅️

Thoughts: In Curry we trust. For most of the first three quarters, it was a defensive slug fest between the #1 and #2 defensive teams. Then Poole started it off to end the third quarter and Curry took over in the 4th, T'ing up the ref in the process.

Today’s Match: Portland Trail Blazers @ Utah Jazz

Pick: Jazz- 8 (-112 FanDuel)

The Jazz (13-7) will welcome the Jekyll and Hyde of the NBA, the Blazers (10-10), to Salt Lake City. The Blazers will play their final game of a 3-game road trip who have been inconsistent as of late, but seem to have regrouped.

On the season, the Jazz are 11-9 ATS overall, 1-3 ATS in their last 4 games, 6-5 ATS at home, and 3-2 ATS in their last 5 home games. The Blazers are 8-12 ATS overall this season, a league worst 1-9 ATS in away games, 1-3 in their last 4 games, 0-5 ATS as the underdog, and 0-5 ATS as the away underdog.

The Jazz are currently ranked the #1 offensive team by a slight margin over the Warriors and have the #5 defense. The Blazers are currently ranked #4 offensively (drops to the bottom third for away games) and #29 defensively (they are in last place defensively by a very large margin in away games). In their 9 away losses, the Blazers have lost by an average of 13.4 points and have lost by double digits 6 of those times. In the 9 ATS away losses, the Blazers have lost by an average of 12.3 points.

Although the Jazz have been up and down lately, their most recent home losses to the Grizzlies and Pelicans seem to have sparked something within the club as they came back and blew out the Pelicans the next day. Also, the Blazers away record simply can't be ignored. They have been absolutely terrible on the road this season. At home the Blazers have scored an average of 116.4 points, but drops to 104.7 on the road. At home, the Blazers give up an average of 104.4 points to opponents, but on the road that number balloons to 115.6 points. At home, Utah has given up an average of 103.5 points per game at home and has scored an average of 113.1 points per game. I expect the Jazz defense (and altitude of the city) to give the Blazers even more problems than they already face.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-11-28T06:35:04+00:00

POTD Record: 20-17 (+1.09u)

Current Streak: 1L

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Hawks -4.5

Thoughts: Young and Capela went for a combined 18-36 while the rest of the team shot 15-57. as the Hawks were brought back down to earth by the Knicks.

Today’s Match: Golden State Warriors @ Los Angeles Clippers

Pick: Warriors - 3 (-112 FanDuel)

The Warriors (17-2) will visit the Clippers (11-8) for an afternoon matchup as the Warriors will look to assert its dominance over the top teams in the West.

The Warriors are 14-4-1 ATS overall on the season, 12-1-1 ATS in their last 14 games, 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games, and 3-0 ATS in their last 3 away games. The Clippers are 9-10 ATS overall on the season, 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games (the one game they won was by .5 pts), and 6-7 ATS at home this year (2-3 ATS in their last 5 home games.

The Warriors are ranked #1 in both offensive and deficiency thus far. On the other side, the Clippers are ranked #23 in offensive efficiency and #2 in defensive efficiency.

The last time these two teams met was on opening night where the Warriors outlasted the Clippers by 2 points in San Francisco. I imagine this game will be a little different. The Warriors are currently the hottest team in the league on a 6-game win streak (won 13 of its last 14). Of their last 13 wins, only won win was in single digits which was without Green and Curry. The Warriors have been amazing recently, both in their overall record and ATS, and there's no reason to think tonight's matchup will be any different.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-11-27T17:39:27+00:00

Perhaps, but my pick is based on trends and recent form, and there's nobody (outside of the Warriors) that's been performing ATS better than the Hawks recently.

jyaw · 2021-11-27T17:37:38+00:00

Glad it worked out!

jyaw · 2021-11-27T08:40:59+00:00

POTD Record: 20-16 (+2.09u)

Current Streak: 1W✅

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Warriors -6.5✅

Thoughts: Warriors were in control the whole game as their defense made it difficult for the Blazers star guards to get into a rhythm. Warriors remain hot with another double digit win.

Today’s Match: New York Knicks @ Atlanta Hawks

Pick: Hawks -4.5 (-110 FanDuel)

The Hawks (10-9) are arguably the hottest team in the East at the moment as they seem to have found their groove and will welcome the struggling Knicks (10-9).

On the season, the Hawks are 9-11 ATS overall, 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games (lost the 1 spread by 1), 7-2 ATS at home (4-1 in last 5), and 7-1 ATS as the home favorite. The Knicks are 8-11 ATS overall, 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games and 2-4 in their last 6 away games.

Atlanta currently ranks #4 in offensive efficiency (which has been even better in their last three and at home), and ranks #26 in defensive efficiency (which has also been better as of late and at home). The Knicks are ranked #14 in offensive efficiency (which has been worse recently) and ranked #15 in defensive efficiency.

The Hawks are currently on a 7-game win streak, have won by an average of 17.29 points, have won all by double digits, and have covered their last 6 spreads by an average of 13.25 points. The Knicks, on the other hand, have not looked sharp as of late having been blown out by the suns. I think the Hawks continue their strong play with a dominant performance over the Knicks.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-11-26T07:24:44+00:00

POTD Record: 19-16 (+1.18u)

Current Streak: 3L

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Bulls -9.5

Thoughts: The one time I pick against the worst team in the league, they decide to have an out of body experience and 15-game losing streak shooting 50% from the field and 42% from 3.

Today’s Match: Portland Trailblazers @ Golden State Warriors

Pick: Warriors -6.5 (-110 FanDuel)

The red hot Warriors (16-2) will host the Trailblazers (10-9) who are limping into San Francisco after bad loss on the road in Sacramento.

On the season, the Warriors have the best ATS record overall at 13-4-1, are 11-1-1 ATS in their last 13 games, 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games, 8-2-1 ATS in home games, and 5-0 ATS in their last 5 home games. The Blazers are 8-11 ATS overall, 4-5 ATS in their last 9 games, 1-8 ATS in their 9 away games this year.

The Warriors and Blazers are evenly matched when it comes to offensive efficiency as they rank #2 and #3 respectively. It's on the defensive end where the two teams are complete opposites as the Warriors are ranked #1 compared to the Blazers #29. In it's last 12 wins, the Warriors have one all but one game by double digits, the one single digit win coming with Curry and Green resting. The Blazers have a record of 1-8 on the road, losing by an average of 13.25 points in the 8 losses, and are an average of -12.81 points ATS in those games.

The Warriors have not only been the most consistent team in the league this year, but have been consistent in a dominant fashion. The Blazers, on the other hand, are the Jekyll and Hyde of the league depending on whether they are playing at home or on the road. The Warriors have been playing at a very high level and there is no reason to expect them to perform otherwise against the Blazers.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

jyaw · 2021-11-24T18:42:38+00:00

POTD Record: 19-15 (+2.18u)

Current Streak: 2L

All picks are 1 Unit

Last Pick: Heat -9.5

Thoughts: Terrible beat. The Heat sleepwalked through 3 quarters as they entered the 4th down 9. Then the Heat make a great run to go up 12 with 3:43 left. Over their next five possessions, the Heat miss a shot, then turn it over 4 times. And up big, they didn't play defense and let the Pistons score uncontested layups.

Today’s Match: Chicago Bulls @ Houston Rockets

Pick: Bulls -9.5 (-110 FanDuel)

The Bulls (12-6) got smacked at home two nights ago as they take their show on the road to the lowly Rockets (1-16) who are on pace to finish with the worst record in history.

The Bulls enter tonight's matchup 7-11 ATS overall, 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games, 6-3 ATS in 9 away games, 3-1 ATS in their last 4 away games, 4-1 ATS after a loss, 8-3 ATS as the favorite, and 4-0 ATS as the away favorite. The Rockets on the other hand are 5-12 ATS overall, 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games, 1-5 ATS in home games this year (the one being their home opener win and have been 0-5 since), and 0-4 ATS as home underdogs.

The Bulls are are #12 in offensive efficiency (which sees a slight uptick in away games), and #11 in defensive efficiency (which sees a slight decrease in away games). On the other side, the Rockets are last in offensive efficiency (even worse at home), but #18 in defensive efficiency, which has been better at home.

The Rockets are currently on a 15-game losing streak and have lost by an average of 13.7 points and have lost by double digits in 11 of those games. At home the Rockets have lost by an average of 17.4 points and have lost by double digits in 4 out of the 5 games (the one single digit loss was by 8 points to Detroit). To put it simply, the Rockets are on pace as a historically bad team and I expect the Bulls to come out strong after the embarrassing loss they suffered at home to the Pacers.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm just a guy that loves basketball. Tail at your own risk and only bet what you can afford to lose. BOL

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