[QUOTE=TheDude;47526]It used to be to me also. The last 2 years, it has less meaning IMO. I have discussed this at great links with some pro bettors, and the manipulation that is going on now is outright comical and entertaining.
However the closing line is still stronger than the opener.[/QUOTE]
THIS.
One of the biggest mistakes most guys that consider themself sharp bettors clearly underestimate is off screen action. The numbers on the screen are becoming less and less relevant as each season passess.