Ray Monohan Sports Picks

Virginia -4.5

The ACC/Big Ten Challenge continues here in Ann Arbor on Tuesday. 

While Michigan comes in 5-1, this team has been far from what their record indicates. They nearly lost to Ohio on their home floor and have struggled against Eastern Michigan and Jackson State thus far.

Virginia is by far their toughest competition so far and this has the chance to really give them some issues. The Cavaliers are a team that slows the game down and really plays physical. 

Look for them to dominate the paint on both ends of the floor, as Michigan simply does not have an answer with this matchup.

Some trends to note, Wolverines are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games. Cavaliers are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 games following a ATS loss.

Back Virginia.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Knicks -5

Avalanche ML

Colorado is averaging nearly 3.50 goals scored per contest and are giving up less than 2.50 the other way. They've lost just twice over their last ten games with wins over some tough teams like Dallas and Carolina. Alexandar Georgiev could get the start as he's been excellent as of late. He's won his last 3 starts and has allowed just 3 goals in that span.

The Jets too have has some success over their last few games and see themselves on a two-game win streak but one of those wins was against a bottom feeding Blackhawks squad. On special teams they sit in the bottom ten in terms of power play success.

Some trends to note, over their last 10 meetings, the Avalanche have the edge with a 7-3 win-loss ratio.

Play on the Avalanche Money Line -135

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* NHL ML PLAY (COL/WPG)

Canadiens ML

San Jose has dropped 5 of their last 6 and they will now be without their starting goalie in James Reimer who was placed on injured reserve. The Sharks are giving up over 3.50 goals per game and have surrendered 17 goals against over their last 3 games alone.

Montreal enter with just 3 losses in their last 9 contests and are averaging nearly 3.00 goals per game. Goaltender Sam Montembault has started their last two games and has allowed just 3 goals in that span with a .924 save percentage on the year.

Some recent trends to note, the Canadiens have scored at least 4 goals in 4 of their last 6 home games.

Play on the Canadiens Money Line -115

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 7* NHL ML PLAY (MTL/SJ)

Over 2.5

Iran is coming off a 2-0 win over Wales after rebounding from a 6-2 loss to England. In their win against the Welsh, Team Melli put up 21 shots, with 6 on target. 

With starting keeper Alireza Beiranvand out, backup Hossein Hosseini made 3 stops but it's unknown who will start against the United States.

The United States are coming off 2 draws but their offence was buzzing in their nil-nil draw against England. They put up 10 shots with 1 on target but Christian Pulisic had one rattle the crossbar in their best offensive opportunity. 

I'm expecting their young guns to put out their best efforts in going for a much needed win.

Play on the Over 2.25 +110

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* FIFA O/U PLAY

UNDER 2.25

Ecuador and Senegal battle for a spot in the round of 16.  For Ecuador, they just need a draw while Senegal needs all 3 points to advance.  

That means the South Americans will be looking to lock down defensively, against a squad coming off a 3 goal performance against the host nation. This should be a tight and tense match as a trip to the knockout stage is on the line.  

We may not see many chances from Ecuador, who would be fine with the draw.  So if they can shut down Senegal, we shouldn’t see a lot of scoring chances.

Play on the UNDER 2.25

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* World Cup O/U Play

FREE BONUS PROP PLAY: Correct Score 0-0 +650