Welcome back, everyone! After more than three months of anticipation, the NBA preseason is finally upon us, which means the NBA is officially back, and betting is open for business.

I'd like to extend a warm welcome to all of you for this opening, and here's to hoping that the 2023-2024 NBA season will be a profitable one for us all.

To our new members, if you'd like to share your picks or have any questions about a particular game, please don't hesitate to ask. We're all here to help. Just keep in mind that we can't guarantee wins; we simply enjoy sharing our picks, so whether you choose to follow or fade is entirely up to you.

Thanks, and once again, welcome back!

I was just waiting for the regular season to kick off, but since you brought it up, and if that's what the other bettors in the thread are keen on as well, then sure, I can open it up. Personally, though, I'm not too keen on betting heavily on preseason games just yet. They tend to be quite unpredictable, don't you think?

Regarding the thread title, thanks for noticing that, I'll update that as well.

It does seem similar to a game or a pyramid scheme, where the early entrants tend to reap the benefits, even though the project they're promoting might not have a promising future. Legally, it can be challenging to prove that. Speaking of Shiba, it's remarkable how its price has plummeted. It gives off the impression of being a defunct coin, despite maintaining a reasonable trading volume.

I guess it's all about getting used to the dynamics of a large forum. And you're here to help and offer suggestions because you genuinely care about the forum's well-being.

Given the sheer number of members and posts, it's a real challenge for moderators to handle everything in real-time. Some posts might slip through the cracks if they're not reported. In a community that values freedom within the rules, posts typically stick around as long as they don't violate any rules.

For threads that become repetitive or no longer provide value, moderators often step in and lock them down. In the end, it's all about maintaining a healthy and engaging environment for everyone.

You gamble for fun, right? And let's be honest, there's no real fun in gambling without using real money, so it's not exactly "free." Now, people might say they gamble for fun, but the reality is that they might stop having fun when they start losing money. That's their issue to deal with, though; every gambler comes with their own experiences and baggage, and it's ultimately up to the individual to figure out how to handle it.

The most crucial thing is to ensure that gambling doesn't lead to addiction. And if it does head in that direction, let's hope the gambler can find a way to avoid it spiraling into a life-destroying situation. I want to emphasize that it's not fair to solely blame gambling for destroying a gambler's life, as there are often multiple factors at play.

Totally get what you're saying. There's this forum member who's tagging users suspected of posting low-quality stuff. I've seen quite a few accounts get tagged, but it's usually just a neutral feedback. I'm not sure if there have been updates to this tagging system, but let's be real, nobody's a spammer all the time, right? Some people might try to step up their game and improve their posts. Tagging does kind of work as a warning, but personally, I'm not convinced it's all that necessary.

Now, in response to the OP's question, I can see how you value your account, but I'd say no, it won't mess with your account because it's not reported.

Absolutely! When a country declares war, it messes with their economy big time. Money's value tends to plummet because of high inflation brought on by the war. But hey, if you've got some Bitcoin stashed away in your wallet, it won't be as affected since its price isn't solely tied to one nation's situation. Unless, of course, there's a full-blown world war involving major countries; in that case, everything's probably in trouble. But at least your Bitcoin remains safe and sound, as long as you've got that key handy.

We've been through plenty of crises before, and you know what? Bitcoin's still kickin'. Actually, it's doing pretty darn well these days. Some folks even reckon we might be headed for a bullish period soon.

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Thanks!

Here we go again, right? I'd say, don't fall for the trap, my friend. Elon knows that everyone's thinking DOGE is gonna shoot up, so I'm thinking it might not be as attractive to him to pump DOGE when there are other coins that could potentially make him even more money. We've got a bit of a bull run vibe in the air, not just for Bitcoin but also some bullish posts about altcoins. Maybe DOGE will hit $1 in this upcoming bull run, maybe not. It's up to you if you want to put your trust, and your money, in DOGE.

I totally get where you're coming from, buddy. I've been lurking around the gambling board myself, and it's not exactly a merit goldmine, if you know what I mean. But hey, I understand.

I can't really tell you how to score more merits because, honestly, I'm not raking them in either. What I can suggest, though, is just being true to yourself. Post in topics where you think you can be genuinely helpful, and forget about chasing those merits. I've seen a member here (I won't drop names) who hit Legendary status pretty darn quick because one of the merit sources was impressed with their posts. And I'll give it to them, their posts are valuable.

So, what I'm trying to say is, don't go hunting for merits – just be a stand-up forum member, share your knowledge, and help out where you can. That's the ticket.

I totally respect your take, but when it comes to feeling nervous, I say forget about it! We're basically gambling day in and day out, and that ain't gonna change even as we get older. So why feel nervous, right? I reckon the most important thing is that rush, that thrill – that's why people dive into gambling in the first place.

And don't stress about money being on the line. When we're older, we'll be more mature about it, you know? We'll stick to the 'gamble what you can afford to lose' rule, always keep that in mind.

That's your take, buddy, and you should totally stick with it. Honestly, nobody really knows who's gonna come out on top in this fight. Those bookies? They're just throwing odds out there based on what most folks are thinking. And right now, most folks seem to think Matias is the one to bet on. I mean, the guy's got a solid track record, plus he's the current champ in this division.

You're on point when you say it might all come down to who lands the first punch, especially with their knack for knocking people out. One solid hit could seriously mess up the other fighter and spell the end via knockout. So, let's just sit back and see how this showdown unfolds.

Maybe this would give you an idea about the betting odds.

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As you can see, Matias is the heavy favorite. So, if posters here think that Ergashev would win, at least the majority of them should consider betting on Ergashev with odds that are very tempting. I understand why Matias is the favorite; being the champion, he should gain respect from sportsbooks. But can his 100% win rate continue by defeating the challenger?

Why not, right? There's no age limit to gambling, as long as you're mature enough (at least 18 years old), you're good to go. If gambling brings you happiness and you see it as entertainment, then sure, I'd keep gambling even if I got older, as long as I'm still financially and mentally capable. These days, you can gamble from the comfort of your own home, right on your phone or computer. It's pretty convenient, and it's a way to keep things interesting as we grow older.

Your account is more likely to get fully blocked if you keep trying to scam the gambling site by submitting false information. This also poses quite a risk for those who might be tempted by such offers. They have no clue about the transactions going on behind the scenes, like where the funds are coming from. Who knows, it might even be linked to some illegal activities, you know?

Absolutely, most women are really good at managing finances and making sure all the bills are paid before any other expenses. It's a quality of a responsible woman, not necessarily a materialistic one. In my country, it's been our tradition for men to be the providers while women take care of the children and manage the home. Of course, it doesn't always work for everyone. When a woman isn't confident in handling financial matters, it's still the man's responsibility to lead the family, and his decisions are considered final.

You know what, it's all about those lucky folks who are sharp enough to spot those life-changing opportunities. We can't turn back time, so we've got to find inspiration moving forward. I'm not sure if we'll ever accumulate a significant amount of Bitcoin in the future. I mean, there are experts out there predicting Bitcoin will hit $1 million by 2026, but is that for real? Are we gonna ride with that prediction? Investing these days isn't like it used to be in the past. It seems like those with big capital are the ones making the huge profits. With that said, maybe I'll start looking into some altcoins that could potentially take off like Bitcoin did. You never know what hype can do.

I'm sure it's not a way to show off if you are an expert gambler, but if it's for the purpose of sharing (like when you have intention to recruit on your affiliate marketing), then probably it is. Gamblers who bet a decent amount of money usually don't withdraw their funds right away after every session; they keep their money on the gambling site as that is considered their bankroll. This bankroll has a long-term purpose, and most definitely they have a target profit to set before withdrawing the funds, probably not everything.

That's your own style, and there's nothing wrong with that. But bear in mind that every gambler has their own style. Withdrawing your winnings might not be ideal for some gamblers as they want to increase their bankroll, which allows them to place bigger bets and potentially win more. So, just stick with what you are comfortable doing, and let them do their thing.

At the end of the day, we all just want to enjoy ourselves and make a profit. As long as that's achieved, we all win.

In the case of Jimmy Butler, I don't see any relation to a brand or anyone promoting their product through Butler. What I saw is that he just tried to catch the attention of NBA fans, and he succeeded. Aside from being one of the best players (though underrated), Jimmy has a sense of humor, trying to make the league chill out a bit before the season starts. And look, we are talking about James Harden, and the event was well noticed.

This will pass; the real battle will start soon, and I believe that the Miami Heat is well-prepared, although they missed out on getting Lillard, whom they wanted. Lillard expressed his interest as well but ended up playing with the Heat's rival.

Jimmy just trying to be Jimmy, give the man the spotlight. 

That's why you cannot be greedy if you want to be a successful gambler. Some of us dream of making a living in gambling, although most do not believe it's possible. But I tell you, it's possible because there are people who are making a living from gambling. It's so inspiring for gamblers who believe in their skills and how to utilize them to be profitable as well. Greed is usually felt by those who don't have a game plan, those who only see the positive outcome, and those who underestimate the risk of losing because they believe they can exploit gambling.

While there are times when we get lucky, we shouldn't be carried away with the flow and directly conclude that winning in gambling is too easy. This kind of thinking will easily lead us to our doom.