Major
(NBA) Houston vs. Portland,
Point Spread: -4.00 | -105.00 Portland (Home)
Result: Loss
As we have proven, the so called NBA zig-zag 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.

Playoff home favorites off double-digit road loss are 93-73-2. Home favorites off double-digit loss are 77-50-2.