Contents

Getting Started

Updating the Statistics

Game Predictions

Program Settings

Program Registration

Printing Methods

Project Season Outcome

Play by the Rules...

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Getting Started
General Information...

Win BA was designed to provide an easy and fun way to track the NBA season.  The only work you need to do, is to update the Statistics every couple of weeks throughout the season.

The required statistics are very basic, the won/loss records along with the offensive and defensive point averages are all that is required.

NBA is the registered trademark of the National Basketball Association.

We have no affiliation with the NBA.

Suggestions for getting the most enjoyment out of Win BA...

1. Register you copy to enable printing of all schedules, predictions and reports.

2. Keep the Statistics for each team fairly current (check local newspaper every.couple of weeks).

3. Use the schedule routines to keep up with the upcoming games throughout the season.  A home schedule for your favorite team can be especially useful.

4. Generate Predictions for the upcoming games you are interested in.  Win BA will also forecast the expected total score of the game (over/under value).

5. Win BA will also generate team RATINGS which can be sorted several ways, these can be useful in evaluating team performance.

6. Those who are new to NBA Basketball may want to view the 'Rules & Info' sections to become familiar with the basic Rules and objectives of the game.

Please take the time to read the information for the other Topics contained in the Help window.  This should provide you with knowledge needed to get the most out of Win BA.

Note the Info buttons provided throughout the program.  These link to the appropriate help text for each of the programs functions.  Look for an info button whenever you need help while using Win BA.


Updating the Statistics
Updating the Statistics...

The statistics required for keeping Win BA up to date can be found in your local newspaper or online computer service.

We have Links to help you locate the latest Statistics at our

SPORTS SHAREWARE web site at…

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Choose 'UPDATE STATISTICS' under the STATISTICS menu.  Enter the won / Loss, Offensive and Defensive scoring values in the boxes provided.  Use the buttons on the lower left of the window to advance through the divisions as you update each teams statistics.

Some of the Reports Win BA generates include the date so you will know how far into the season you were when the last update was made.  This date will be initially taken from you computers time clock, but can be changed if necessary.  You can Print a Statistics gathering form to make it easier to collect the required information.

Click on the RECORD button to write the latest statistics to disk before exiting.

Statistics Note:

The Average Offense and Defense numbers for each team are calculated using the current season totals along with the results from last season through game #20.  Beginning with each teams 21th game, the averages will be calculated using results from the current season only.

Offensive and Defensive statistics can be obtained from the ESPN web site at…

http://espnet.sportszone.com/nba/stt/league.html

Instructions for obtaining the Offensive & Defensive Scoring Averages from America Online...

1.  From the Main Menu, choose 'SPORTS'.

2.  Choose 'BASKETBALL' from the following menu.

3.  Choose 'STATISTICS' from the menu of basketball options.

4.  Choose 'Offensive & Defensive Statistics' to view the latest information.

This list can be printed as you view it or saved as a file.


Predictions
Win BA Predictions...

Click on the Names of the Teams you want predictions for.  Use the Reverse button to change the team which will be considered the home team if necessary.

Click on the Neutral Site Check box if neither team will be the home team.  When the message box on the lower left contains the proper information, click on the Predict Button to add the teams to the list and make a prediction.  Add as many games as needed to the list.  It may be necessary to scroll the list box sideways to see the complete prediction.

The predictions can be printed as a report if your copy of Win BA has been registered.  Use the Clear or Remove buttons to erase unwanted lines.  The Selections are made using the latest Statistics.

Try to update each teams statistics every couple of weeks throughout the season.  The previous years statistics will have an influence on the predictions until the teams have played 20 games each.  After that, the predictions will be based on the current year performances only.


Program Settings
Win BA Settings Info...

Registered owners need to enter their personal registration number in the box provided.  Your registration will be valid on all future versions of this program.

Many of the WinBA features can be used from year to year although I hope to make updates available in July for each new season.  Check America Online or Compuserve for updates.

PRINTER FONT

Courier New is the default printer font for Windows 3.1 and Windows 95.  Select a monospaced font to assure that the columns are aligned properly.  Windows 3.0 users can try Roman 12 CPI or Sans Serif 10 CPI.  Courier and other fonts that list the characters per inch (cpi) size are monospaced.


Program Registration
Win BA Registration Information...

Registering your copy of Win BA will enable printing of all Statistics,

Schedules, Standings and Predictions.

Checks from U.S. banks or Postal Money orders are the preferred method of payment.

Click Here to display a form which can be printed to make registering easier or see 'Program Registration' under the File menu to print an order form.

Please send $15.00 to

          Conan L. Brown

          9424 S. 250 E.

          Hamlet, Indiana 46532

Your registration code will be valid on all future versions.

This version is ready for the 1996/97 season.  If you want to receive Win BA on disk AFTER the 1996/97 season is over, Please an additional $1.00 for Disk shipping & handling. (Total $16.00 for Win BA on Disk, sent when the new version is ready).

An updated version should be available. around August or September of each new year.

I intend on making updated versions available on  many Internet Shareware sites, major communication services and many BBS's.

Please support the SHAREWARE concept, it helps us all to obtain a wide variety of software at very reasonable costs.


Printing Methods
Win BA Printing Methods  (registered copies only)

The larger Schedule and Statistic listings can be printed in their entirety or you can print only selected areas.  Use the mouse to select a portion of the listing.  If more than a single line is highlighted, Win BA will only print the selected lines.  If no areas are highlighted or only a single line, the program assumes that you wish to print the entire list.


Project Season Outcome
Win BA Season Projection Information...

The predictions are based on the Scoring Vs all opponents (SCO) value.  As the season progresses the latest statistics will be used.  These predictions are not based on the teams won/loss percentages.

The intent here is to provide a general season projection.


Sports Betting
Play by the Rules...

This program is not to be used in violation of any Law.  By using Win BA you accept the responsibility for knowing and acting within all Local, State and Federal regulations that apply in your situation.  In short, if it isn't legal for you to use Win BA,  Don't!

Win BA was designed to provide an easy and fun way to track the NBA season.

WE TRUST THAT NO ONE WILL ACT FOOLISHLY AND BEGIN BETTING OR ESCALATE THEIR WAGERS BECAUSE OF THIS PROGRAM.

Thank you for using Win BA, we hope you have as much fun with it as we had in putting it together.                            CB


Registration Form

 --  Choose Print Topic from the File menu to Print this form

     Win BA  version 1.97 for the 96-97 Season

Please write your name and address below.

Name ______________________________________________

Address ____________________________________________

City, State, Zip _______________________________________

My copy of Win BA. was obtained from ________________________

Checks from U.S. Banks or Postal Money Orders are the preferred method of payment.

Please enclose a check or money order for $15.00 to...

Conan L. Brown

9424 S.  250 E.

Hamlet, Indiana 46532

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Ratings
Choose Team Ratings from the STATISTICS menu to generate interesting reports for the current and past season.  The statistics can be sorted by Scoring Averages, Best Offense, Best Defense or by Won/Loss percentages.