As we have proven, the so-called NBA zigzag theory is a virtual wash. It is above .500 long-term but a slight loss with the juice. However, various bounce back angles, which take several other factors into consideration, do win long-term. We have won that has to do with how big of a favorite they were in last game that makes Golden State a 142-94-5 bet. Another that combines with how big of a favorite they are in this game is 65-36.

Also when a team is a significant road favorite despite having a worse straight up mark than their opponent home record is 378-288-17.