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Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers talk NBA Finals Game 3 betting. Best bets as always. The podcast hosted by Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers on RJ Bell's Dream Preview delves into the NBA Finals Game 3 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. The conversation opens with a recap of the first two games. Game 1 saw Indiana pull off a dramatic 111-110 comeback win despite Oklahoma City dominating most of the match. Rivers critiqued the Thunder’s 207 passes—lowest in the league this season—paired with suboptimal shooting: SGA scored 38 on 14-of-30, while Holmgren went 2-of-9 and Jalen Williams shot 6-of-19. He referenced young stars’ struggles in early Finals appearances to contextualize OKC’s performance and emphasized his power ratings still favor Thunder significantly over Pacers. In Game 2, the Thunder responded decisively with a 123-107 victory. Munaf noted heavy betting movement on OKC and the ease with which they covered both spread and team total (120.5). Player stats were more balanced: SGA posted 34 points on 11-of-21 shooting, Holmgren bounced back with 15 on 6-of-11, Caruso hit four threes en route to 20 points, and Wiggins added 18 off the bench. Munaf applauded Coach Mark Daigneault for stellar in-game and series adjustments, likening his growing status to elite coaches. Rivers supported this by citing Daigneault’s league-best 60.2% ATS record since 2020-21 (220-139-7), reinforcing Thunder’s first-half dominance where they’ve led by an average of 14 points and both games' first halves stayed under the total. They discussed betting angles with Game 3 looming. While Rivers downplayed OKC’s 0-7 ATS road playoff record due to small sample size, he endorsed betting Thunder -5.5 based on his power ratings and market comparison. The Thunder were -400 after splitting two games with Denver; against Indiana, the series price ballooned to -525, implying the market sees Indiana as a weaker opponent. He argued the spread should be closer to -7, citing historical trends where teams that won and covered Game 2 as road favorites in Game 3 are 3-0 straight up and ATS. Munaf explored Indiana’s home court advantage, citing their 16 playoff home games over two seasons: 12-4 SU, 11-5 ATS, and 10-6 to the over. He correlated betting the over with Pacers’ competitiveness. Rivers agreed, noting the faster-than-usual Finals pace (102.5 and 98), exceeding previous series like Heat-Nuggets. He identified both teams’ willingness to launch threes as a key driver of pace despite low transition play. Both agreed on the over (228) for Game 3. They highlighted Tyrese Halliburton’s prop values. When Halliburton scores 20+, he averages 11 assists; below that, just 7.5. He’s had 8 double-doubles in 18 playoff games, 4 at home. Munaf and Rivers both endorsed his over on combined points and assists (25.5) and his double-double at +160. Shifting to league news, they addressed Darius Garland’s toe surgery which sidelines him for 4–5 months. Trade rumors link him to Sacramento. Rivers emphasized Garland’s significance to Cleveland’s offensive identity alongside Mitchell. With Garland out or traded, the Eastern Conference becomes wide open. Despite injuries, Rivers considers Cleveland a better team than Indiana or New York if healthy. Odds show Knicks and Pacers at 8-1, Cavs at 11-1, Celtics falling to 20-1 due to Tatum’s issues. They closed by discussing the Knicks coaching vacancy. Jason Kidd, Mike Malone, and longshots like Jeff Van Gundy or Johnny Bryant were mentioned. Kidd’s potential move may stem from dissatisfaction with the Luka Doncic trade. They agreed New York requires a seasoned coach, with Vogel and Budenholzer seen as less dynamic fits. Munaf finished with promo details and noted Halliburton practiced fully despite “a leg thing,” suggesting no injury impact for Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk Tuesday MLB betting. Best bets as always. 🎯 Conclusion (Spoiler-Style Recap) Munaf and Griffin dissect multiple MLB matchups, emphasizing starting pitchers' recent performance and team trends. Griffin favors the Guardians (-115) for their bullpen edge and dislikes short home favorites despite his cautious optimism. Munaf backs the Cardinals as a home dog due to Chris Bassett’s poor road form and Myles Mikolas’s consistent presence. Other key takes include fading Sandy Alcantara despite pedigree, backing Phillies under 9.5 due to offensive slumps, and exploring Royals +1.5 for lefty-split success. They advise caution on games with missing or unstable pitcher designations and encourage betting line awareness. The show wraps with best bets and a promo plug. 🎙️ Andrew Abbott analysis: Big May performance (32.2 IP, 2 ER), but last outing vs. Brewers (6 IP, 5 ER) showed regression risk. ⚾ Sandy Alcantara & Mitch Keller matchup: Sandy has a poor ERA (7.89), while Keller is 8-1 with 4.13 ERA; Pirates favored due to Alcantara's recent struggles. 📉 Phillies offense without Harper: Struggled post-sweep in Pittsburgh; regression expected. Under 9.5 is considered valuable. 📊 Mick Abel & Colin Rea: Mick has delivered in early starts; Rea consistent on road. Value leans to Cubs and potential under play. 🟡 Mackenzie Gore stats: Last 3 starts: 19 IP, 1 ER, 24 K, 4 BB. However, road at Citi Field is a challenge. 🔥 Red Sox inconsistency: Craig Breslow's squad lacks identity; Giolito unreliable, Rays favored in Fenway. 💣 Max Fried vs. Noah Cameron: Yankees-Royals sees regression signs for Cameron. Royals are 7-4 vs. LHP, suggesting under or +1.5 is viable. 📈 Atlanta Braves fading: Bad bullpen (Iglesias 7.5 ERA), injury woes, losing streak. Brewers as home dogs suggested. 🟥 Cardinals & Mikolas: STL has won Mikolas’s last 5 starts; Bassett is 1-5 in road starts. Underdog home team value. 📉 Brandon Pfaadt collapse: 13 ER over last 3 IP across 2 starts; Mariners’ Woo favored despite slight road dip. Reds vs. Guardians [2:35–6:03] Abbott was strong in May, struggled recently; Guardians have bullpen edge. Munaf backs Reds (+104) as a bounce-back play. Marlins vs. Pirates [6:26–10:34] Sandy’s high ERA (7.89) and poor late-inning form limit value; Keller’s 8-1 record sways Griffin to Pittsburgh despite price concerns. Cubs vs. Phillies [10:36–13:33] Cubs’ Rea has excelled recently; Phillies offense struggling without Harper. Mick Abel strong in limited work. Munaf favors under 9.5. Nationals vs. Mets [13:35–16:46] Gore’s hot streak (1 ER in 19 IP), but tough spot at Citi Field. Mets pitcher Griffin Canning (2.90 ERA) praised. Lean Mets RL or parlay. Rays vs. Red Sox [16:47–20:05] Rays road favorites with Giolito struggling (7 ER in 1.2 IP last start). Red Sox have no consistency. Munaf and Griffin prefer over 9/9.5. Yankees vs. Royals [20:08–24:21] Royals’ success vs. LHP (7-4 SU, 8-3 RL) noted. Yankees inconsistent RL with Fried. Munaf recommends under 8.5 or Royals +1.5. Braves vs. Brewers [24:23–27:45] Braves’ bullpen chaos (Iglesias demoted, Kimbrel flopped). Priester’s been solid; lean Brewers and over 8.5. Blue Jays vs. Cardinals [27:47–30:02] Bassett’s road woes (1-5 team record), Mikolas undefeated in last 5 starts. Munaf and Griffin agree: Cardinals ML is mispriced. White Sox vs. Astros [30:04–32:33] McCullers on a 4-game win streak since May 10; Astros hot without Alvarez. Griffin leans under; Munaf takes Astros RL at +112. Giants vs. Rockies [32:34–35:02] Harrison improving; Rockies 1-17 vs. LHP. Team total over for Giants advised; warming weather in Coors boosts over 11.5 potential. 🧠 Key Points (Important Takeaways)📋 Summary (Top 10 Analysis Points) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg discuss the awards market around baseball and teams to fade for the rest of the season. Plus BEST BETS on updated season win totals! 📚 Summary [0:03–1:51] Paul Skenes' Elite Performance Scott introduces Skenes' strong weekend performance: 7.2 innings, 2 hits, 1 unearned run, 7 K, 1 BB. His 1.88 ERA is second lowest in NL. Despite being 4-6, he's the Cy Young favorite (–185). [1:51–3:41] Wins Aren’t Everything Josh reflects on Sidney Ponson's advice: focus on controllables like pitch quality. Highlights Skenes’ evolution: low WHIP, high efficiency, least hits allowed among leaders. [3:41–5:14] Validating Skenes' Favoritism Josh supports current odds: Yamamoto (+450), Wheeler (+900) follow Skenes. Compares with Robbie Ray (8–1), highlighting Skenes' superior ERA and pitch quality. [5:14–6:09] DeGrom Parallel & Skeens' Opponent Batting Averages Scott recalls Mets' losing record in DeGrom starts (2018–19) despite Cy Youngs. Josh notes Skenes’ progressive opponent BA drop from .333 to .033 from March to June. [6:09–8:12] AL Cy Young Race: Skubal Dominates Skubal is a –175 favorite. 105 strikeouts, 7 walks in last 3 starts; FIP of 1.84 (lowest in MLB). Josh emphasizes Skubal’s intelligence and pitch control. [8:12–10:21] Skubal vs. Fried Breakdown Detailed stat-by-stat comparison: ERA, innings, strikeouts (Skubal 105, Fried 77), WHIP, and batting averages—argument leans toward Skubal. [10:21–13:26] Tigers' Contender Status Tigers lead MLB at 43–24 with +92 run differential. Josh praises their discipline and fundamentals, noting they’re third favorite (+475) for best season record. [13:26–16:26] Dodgers in Turmoil Despite high expectations, Dodgers face injuries (14 pitchers on IL). Performance with RISP poor; Otani hasn’t pitched. Josh critiques bullpen use and rotation depth. [16:26–19:54] Future Outlook & Betting Odds Dodgers and Tigers among easiest remaining schedules. Dodgers lag Mets and Tigers in wins. Mets praised for depth and bullpen conversion success. [19:54–29:31] Phillies Plummet & NL Rankings Without Bryce Harper (wrist), Phillies go 1–9. Mets surge, now NL East favorites. Mets' depth, Alonzo's rebound (.301 BA), and Lindor’s homer streak boost team chemistry. 📌 Conclusion Paul Skenes is firmly positioned as a front-runner for the National League Cy Young despite a 4-6 record due to elite ERA and command metrics. His development is lauded for maturity and efficiency rather than dominance alone. Similarly, Tarik Skubal and Max Fried headline the American League pitching elite, with deep statistical dives highlighting nuanced arguments for each. The Detroit Tigers are crowned as MLB's top team with a 43-24 record and strong fundamentals. The Mets and Cubs follow as key National League contenders. Injury-ridden Dodgers and the slipping Phillies raise concerns, while the Diamondbacks are viewed as likely sellers due to pitching losses and declining trajectory. The episode ends with betting insights on win totals and award races, notably advocating for Carlos Mendoza (Mets manager) at long odds for NL Manager of the Yea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Friday. Best bets as always. Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner preview the MLB Friday slate on RJ Bell’s Dream Preview. They open by discussing the Orioles’ recent 9-2 stretch despite being 11 games under .500, and Minnesota’s past long winning streak. Griffin reflects on Moneyball’s low ranking on his movie list and praises Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Cubs. In the Phillies vs. Pirates matchup, Joe Ross starts for Philly as an opener while Bailey Falter, performing solidly for Pittsburgh, starts for the Pirates. Both agree under 9 runs is the best angle due to limited offensive firepower from Pittsburgh and Ross's limited innings. Next, Texas faces Washington with Patrick Corbin vs. Michael Soroka. Corbin has stabilized while Soroka battles recurring injuries. Griffin likes Nationals ML and over 9.5, noting Nationals’ young talent and the weather boosting offense. Munaf supports first 5 over and Nationals’ team total over, citing Texas’ poor 9-20 road record. In Red Sox vs. Yankees, Walker Buehler faces Will Warren. Boston’s bats have struggled, while Warren allowed 7 ER in his last outing. Both predict an over 9 outcome, expecting Rafael Devers to homer and citing both teams’ bullpen issues. The Diamondbacks visit Cincinnati with Eduardo Rodriguez vs. Nick Lodolo. Rodriguez has allowed 13 ER over his last 3 starts with control issues. Lodolo’s 4-4 record and 3.10 ERA give Griffin confidence in the Reds. Munaf favors Reds ML and sees plenty of scoring. Astros travel to Cleveland with Colton Gordon vs. Logan Allen. Allen's lefty matchup gives the right-handed Astros lineup an edge, but Munaf remains cautious due to Houston’s late travel. Griffin would take Astros at plus money, considering Cleveland’s competitiveness. Kansas City faces the White Sox with Seth Lugo vs. Davis Martin. Lugo has dominated the White Sox historically, allowing just 3 ER over 29.1 IP. Munaf strongly supports Royals RL, citing Lugo’s recent success against Chicago, while Griffin leans over 8. The Padres visit Milwaukee with Randy Vasquez vs. Chad Patrick. Vasquez’s control issues and HR susceptibility concern both hosts. Griffin makes Brewers ML -142 his best bet, citing Milwaukee’s base-stealing prowess and San Diego’s fatigue after extra-inning games. Munaf adds Brewers first 5 team total over. Dodgers face Cardinals with Justin Robleski vs. Sonny Gray. Injuries to Betts and Freeman concern both. Griffin trusts Gray as a home underdog, noting St. Louis’ bullpen depth. Munaf supports Over 8.5, expecting offensive production from both sides. The Mets visit Colorado with Kodai Senga vs. Antonio Senzatela. Senzatela enters 1-10 with a 7.14 ERA and 1.98 WHIP. Munaf makes Mets team total Over 6.5 his best bet, expecting New York’s offense to dominate at Coors Field. Griffin acknowledges Rockies’ rare 3-game win streak but avoids backing them. Seattle travels to Anaheim with Bryce Miller facing Kyle Hendricks. Miller’s bone spur has altered his delivery, making Griffin favor the Angels ML, citing their hot bats and rest advantage. Munaf agrees, backing the Angels and runs scored. In San Francisco, Braves’ Spencer Schwellenbach faces Giants’ Hayden Birdsong. Schwellenbach has 22 Ks in his last two starts, but Griffin trusts Birdsong and Giants’ bullpen, backing the under 7.5 and Giants ML. Munaf echoes this, emphasizing both pitchers’ strong form. They close with Griffin taking Brewers ML as his best bet and Munaf locking in Mets team total Over 6.5. They promote pregame.com with a STRIKE20 discount code for picks packages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for an exhilarating NBA Finals showdown as experts break down the thrilling matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Explore betting strategies, including how to analyze player props and historical trends. Delve into the implications of new sports betting taxes in Illinois and their potential effects on bettors and sportsbooks. Plus, uncover insights on the NHL and MLB, making this a must-listen for any sports enthusiast and bettor alike!

Will Doctor gives you the sharpest card for the 2025 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto. -Discussing top 7 on odds board -2 t20's -3 outrights (40/1, 80/1, 100/1) -Sleeper, talking Cougar Collins -FRP, 2 lineups, scoring, best bet For the latest on the world of golf, follow Doc on X @drmedia59 The 2025 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto brings exciting betting opportunities and player analysis. Hosted at Osprey Valley, this wide-open, low-hazard course with oversized greens promises a birdie-fest with a projected winning score of 27-under par. Will Doctor’s PGA Tour Preview Podcast delivers in-depth insights for bettors and fans. Rory McIlroy leads the odds at +450, having won twice and posted two additional top-10s in four Canadian Open starts. Despite some recent iron play struggles, McIlroy’s game suits the forgiving Toronto course, though Doctor passes due to short odds. Ludvig Åberg sits at 16-1 after a strong 16th-place finish at Memorial and a prior 7th at the Masters. Corey Conners, at 20-1, boasts consistent ball-striking and improved putting but faces distance concerns. Shane Lowry’s excellent tee-to-green game is offset by putting woes, making him a fade at 22-1. Robert MacIntyre, last year’s champion, faces chipping and driving distance issues, leading Doctor to pass on him at 30-1. Taylor Pendrith’s elite iron play is countered by inconsistent putting, leaving him off the card at 30-1. Sam Burns offers strong value with elite putting and returning iron form, making him a top-20 pick at +125. Johnny Keefer, a 24-year-old emerging star, enters with Korn Ferry Tour success and a recent U.S. Open qualification, earning a top-20 bet at +250. Luke Clanton, the Florida State standout with historic amateur PGA Tour performances, is backed for an outright win at 40-1. Gary Woodland, recovering strong form and elite bentgrass putting, holds value at 80-1. Eric Van Rooyen’s dominant U.S. Open qualifying win makes him a compelling 100-1 outright play. Sleeper Cougar Collins, a TPC Toronto member, earned his Canadian Open spot via qualifying and is backed for a top-40 finish at 8-1. First-round pick Harry Hall, ranked 6th in first-round scoring average, offers value at 4-1 to finish top-10 after round one. DraftKings lineup selections include Åberg, Burns, Clanton, Keefer, Van Rooyen, and Collins, while PGA Tour Fantasy features Åberg, Hall, Clanton, Van Rooyen (Captain), Keefer, and Burns. Weather forecasts predict favorable scoring conditions early with potential rain disruptions over the weekend. Doctor’s best bet is Ludvig Åberg top-10 at +150. The podcast wraps with a promo code RBC20 for Pregame.com discounts and a tease for upcoming U.S. Open coverage. TPC Toronto’s debut promises plenty of drama, breakout performances, and strong betting angles for this year’s RBC Canadian Open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the exciting NBA Finals matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. Discover expert analyses on player performances, key matchups, and betting strategies. Explore the impact of Tom Thibodeau's departure from the Knicks and how it reshapes coaching dynamics. Unpack the Thunder's playoff performance and their strategic advantages. With a focus on fast-paced play and three-point shooting dynamics, get ready for a thrilling Game 1 and explore the potential MVP candidates!

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB Tuesday from a betting perspective. Best bets as always. This podcast episode features Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner breaking down the full Tuesday MLB betting slate with detailed game-by-game analysis, pitcher matchups, team trends, player performances, and betting recommendations. The show opens by discussing missing lines for a few games but covering all available matchups. The Colorado Rockies visit the Miami Marlins with Chase Dollander facing Sandy Alcantara, who struggles with an 8.47 ERA and 1.67 WHIP, prompting both hosts to lean towards Rockies team total over and even Rockies run line. In the Houston Astros versus Pittsburgh Pirates game, Lance McCullers Jr. takes the mound for Houston after returning strong from injury while Paul Skenes starts for Pittsburgh. Despite Skenes' excellence, Griffin prefers fading the Pirates bullpen while Munaf leans under the 7.5 total. The Chicago Cubs face the Washington Nationals, with Cade Horton opposing Trevor Williams, who carries a 5.69 ERA. Nationals young bats, especially James Wood, have been surging, leading both to like the Nationals moneyline and first 5 innings over. The Cleveland Guardians travel to Yankee Stadium where Carlos Rodon starts against Tanner Bybee. Rodon boasts strong recent form and career stats versus Cleveland, leading to a consensus on Yankees moneyline and run line. In Toronto, the Phillies start Christopher Sanchez against Bowden Francis of the Blue Jays. With Harper’s injury status still unclear, both lean towards Phillies team total over and full game over 8.5. The Angels visit Boston with You Say Kikuchi facing Brian Bello. Bello’s inability to work deep into games and Kikuchi’s past struggles at Fenway push both towards Angels moneyline and the over. Milwaukee Brewers visit Cincinnati with Freddy Peralta against Hunter Greene. Greene’s poor history against Milwaukee, allowing frequent home runs, leads both hosts to prefer Brewers moneyline and target Christian Yelich home run props. Arizona Diamondbacks visit Atlanta where Zac Gallen faces Spencer Strider. Both pitchers have struggled recently, but Griffin trusts Gallen slightly more, leaning Diamondbacks moneyline and over 8.5. The Rangers face the Rays in Tampa with Tyler Mahle versus Drew Rasmussen. Rasmussen’s strong recent form and Tampa's under trend make the under appealing, with a slight edge to the Rays. Kansas City Royals visit St. Louis Cardinals with Michael Lorenzen opposing Andre Pallante. Lorenzen's solid career stats versus the Cardinals and Pallante’s recent control issues steer Munaf toward Royals moneyline while Griffin prefers Cardinals if the price drops. In Seattle, Baltimore Orioles send Tomoyuki Sugano against George Kirby. Kirby’s recent struggles and Orioles recent wins push both towards Baltimore moneyline with caution towards the total. San Diego Padres visit San Francisco Giants with Romeo Burkert opening against Landen Roupp. The Giants’ bullpen dominance and Padres offensive issues make Giants moneyline and under the preferred plays. The night concludes with the New York Mets visiting the Los Angeles Dodgers, featuring Tyler Megill versus Clayton Kershaw. Kershaw’s perfect 11-0 career record against the Mets leads both to confidently back Dodgers moneyline. Griffin’s best bet is Dodgers ML while Munaf selects Brewers ML. This episode blends in-depth statistical insights with actionable betting advice, supported entirely by player and team performance data from the full MLB Tuesday slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about all the blowouts in baseball this year, the most wins in June market and the latest stories around the game. In this June 2nd episode of The Inside Pitch, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers analyze MLB’s increasing blowouts. This season has already seen 46 games decided by 10+ runs, a record high since 2004. Towers attributes this to rushed player promotions, shortened drafts, minor league cuts, and analytics failing to teach players in-game adjustments. They cite examples such as Padres overcoming a 6-0 deficit against the Marlins and Diamondbacks’ collapse due to emotional hangovers, underscoring how coaching and mental preparedness affect outcomes. The duo discusses bullpen usage’s critical role in betting, highlighting the Red Sox’s rested bullpen as an advantage. Towers explains that rested pens allow better in-game flexibility and reduce reliance on struggling relievers. Player development also takes center stage with the debate over Roman Anthony’s MLB readiness. While his AAA stats are strong, Towers emphasizes non-statistical growth areas like situational hitting and emotional maturity. Craig Breslow’s careful approach reflects a balance between development and team competitiveness. Looking at June betting markets, the Yankees, Dodgers, and Tigers share favorite status at +650. Towers favors the Tigers due to their home-heavy, softer schedule. He also projects the Nationals as a 2026 division contender, crediting their steady development. They examine profitability trends, identifying the Tigers as the most profitable moneyline and run line team, while the Rockies remain the best team to fade. The Cubs, Cardinals, Guardians, and Mets round out the most profitable sides, while Orioles, Braves, A’s, and White Sox follow the Rockies in fade profitability. The conversation shifts to run support, highlighting pitchers like Andrew Heaney, who receives only 2.17 runs per start, despite a 3.39 ERA. Others like Kyle Freeland and Mitch Keller face similar challenges. Meanwhile, Max Fried benefits from 7.17 runs per start, aiding his success. Towers explains how run support impacts pitcher performance and confidence, influencing managerial decisions and pitcher development. Later, they address Corbin Burns’ elbow injury, which appears severe as he was seen mouthing “elbow is done” after leaving a game. Towers elaborates on the biomechanics behind such injuries, emphasizing the importance of shoulder alignment and core stability to prevent stress on the elbow. Towers credits his own injury-free career to disciplined maintenance of these mechanics. They close discussing the Mariners retiring Ichiro’s and Randy Johnson’s number 51, an unprecedented honor. Towers reflects on his pitching strategy against Ichiro, where focusing on a single pitch location neutralized Ichiro’s strengths. The podcast wraps with Seidenberg offering promotional codes for listeners and previewing upcoming MLB series while noting NBA and NHL finals on the horizon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices