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03-15-18 | San Diego State +4 v. Houston | Top | 65-67 | Win | 100 | 11 h 59 m | Show |
Houston comes in red hot, winning 12 of its last 14 (11-3 ATS), which includes Sunday's 56-55 loss, but cover, to Cincinnati in the conference final. Now the Cougars are facing an even hotter team that's been unleashed with a true rating that hasn't caught up yet. The difference maker this season has been senior guard Trey Kell. Since he missed three games in early February, the Aztecs have won nine straight games (8-1 ATS) with Kell, concluding with an 87-75 win in Saturday's MWC Final where he scored 28 points on 10-of-16 shooting. SD St is very physical and I give them the defensive and rebounding edges. San Diego State is the play here as a small underdog. 5* |
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03-15-18 | South Dakota State +8 v. Ohio State | Top | 73-81 | Push | 0 | 7 h 13 m | Show |
South Dakota State dominated action in the Summit League this season, but the Jackrabbits also proved their worth outside of conference play getting wins against teams like Iowa, Buffalo, and Ole Miss. SD State doesn’t have to travel far and this has potential 12 seed upset written all over it. The Jackrabbits are an offensive force ranking 6th in the nation in scoring behind veteran forward Mike Daum who’s averaging nearly 24 points per game. The team is averaging 85 ppg. I LOVE their ability to knock down the long ball as this will be the game-changer in this game Thursday afternoon. The Jackrabbits have shot 41.5% as a team from beyond the arc this season on the road, and the Buckeyes have struggled against the perimeter shot this season with opponents shooting 47% from beyond the arc against them on the road. One concern we have about the Buckeyes is Ohio State didn’t pick up much of anything in the way of resume building wins outside of conference action. With this game being played in Boise, Idaho, South Dakota State should have a strong fan support in the stands. In a game we feel SD State has a decent shot at winning, we’ll take the Jackrabbits getting the 8 points as a strong value oddsmaker mistake play. 10* |
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03-15-18 | Iona v. Duke -20.5 | Top | 67-89 | Win | 100 | 7 h 42 m | Show |
The Blue Devils are coming full speed ahead and their new matchup zone defense has looked tough as well. On Thursday they will be playing against statistically the worst defensive team in the tournament. The Gaels rank 311th in the nation in defensive field goals made. If you are wondering, there are only 351 NCAA D1 schools. What makes it even more salivating for Duke backers is after a loss; they are 86%ATS this season. I think it will be a high scoring game and it wouldn't surprise me if Duke wins by 30 or more. 5* |
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03-15-18 | Oklahoma +2.5 v. Rhode Island | Top | 78-83 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 53 m | Show |
All I hear is how OKL should not have made the tournament and everyone is disrespecting them. We know that we're going to get the Sooners' best effort and they played a tough schedule this year. But let's not just count on effort; let's count on talent because that is what it's going to take. Oklahoma has wins versus eight top-50 teams and three versus top-20 teams. Trae Young is not just the best freshman in college basketball, he has to be in the conversation of having the best season of any player, period. The R.I. Rams will definitely compete but Oklahoma's experience against a more difficult schedule. Look for OKL to pressure RI and pull away in the 2nd half for the win. 5* |
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03-14-18 | Boise State -2 v. Washington | 77-74 | Win | 100 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
BOISE State is a very good team and they are solid offensively and a top defense as well. Washington is a poor perimeter team and very young. Boise has the experience as well. 4* |
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03-14-18 | Arizona State v. Syracuse +1.5 | Top | 56-60 | Win | 100 | 10 h 16 m | Show |
The public is all over Arizona State, which opened as a 1.5-point underdog but now the 1.5 favorite. Guard-oriented teams have cherished in the NCAA Tournament, and the Sun Devils fit the bill. However, Syracuse holds a significant edge in tourney openers because its trademark zone-matchup defense varies little from game to game. The Orange need minimal time to prepare. They have won 7 consecutive opening games in the tourney by an average of 22 points. Syracuse is the better team with the shorter trip here and I like them to win here on Wednesday night! 5* |
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03-14-18 | Harvard v. Marquette -12 | Top | 60-67 | Loss | -103 | 8 h 12 m | Show |
Marquette did make the NCAA tournament last year in Steve Wojciechowski 3rd year but this will be the 3rd time in four years they have not. I expect them to be motivated and come out strong. My feeling is they would love to get to the 20-win mark as they are a very tough team especially at home. Harvard may be playing without the Ivy League POY Seth Towns (knee). Towns is a do it all type player. Marquette is one of the top three point shooting teams in the country and that is how you beat this Harvard team. Marquette is a talented team has a major edge at home and I like them to win this one handily. 10* |
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03-13-18 | Nuggets v. Lakers +2 | 103-112 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show | |
The Lakers have won seven of their last nine overall, and they're on a big 11-1 run in their last 12 at Staples. They also do not like the Nuggets as several of the Denver players have been talking a lot of trash. They just played on Friday and the Nuggets won by 9 in a game they took 30 FT's. All you have to do is watch this team to see that they're loaded with confidence and off their current form, it's legitimate. I like this motivated Lakers squad to get a little revenge tonight at home. 4* |
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03-13-18 | Vermont v. Middle Tennessee -6 | Top | 64-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 42 m | Show |
While I usually fade a team that got screwed out a March Madness bid the dynamics are different with a non-power conference team. Middle Tenn St has 24 wins against the #97 schedule while Vermont had 27 wins against the #249 schedule. The Blue Raiders best players and best the best player in CUSA are seniors and they now return home off a home loss and a first round upset in the conference tournament. In fact, they had to stay in Frisco, TX an extra day because they only booked a flight home after the final but the day after getting knocked out they found a gym I Frisco and practiced. Look for Middle Tenn St to get a double digit win here on Tuesday night. 10* Home Cooking Blowout! |
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03-13-18 | Long Island v. Radford -5 | Top | 61-71 | Win | 100 | 5 h 24 m | Show |
Though neither team hails from a major conference, Radford and LIU-Brooklyn are on different levels. The Highlands toughened up with impressive pre-league losses by 10 to Ohio State and 12 to Vanderbilt. (There were blowout defeats to Virginia Tech and Nevada, both NCAA Tournament participants). The biggest-name foe for the Blackbirds was Tulane in their opener, and their strength of schedule is 335th, 16 spots from the bottom. The line has escalated from four, which mean it is headed in the proper direction and I expect Radford to get a big here. 5* |
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03-12-18 | Hartford v. San Diego UNDER 139.5 | Top | 72-88 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 35 m | Show |
We have two teams that like to slow the tempo (#238 & #259) and have better defenses than offenses. San Diego only shoots 44% at home while their defense allows only 40.2% shooting. Hartford has played shutdown defense down the stretch allowing only 39.1% while they themselves only shot 41.6%. San Diego’s defensive efficiency is #77 which is 100 spots better than every team in the American East with the exception of Vermont (#130). Hartford’s two game against Vermont totaled 137 and 129 points so lets go with the UNDER here in this one. 5* |
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03-12-18 | Bucks -7.5 v. Grizzlies | 121-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
The Milwaukee Bucks, coming off a win over the Knicks, go on the road to take on the Memphis Grizzlies who are on a 17-game losing streak and have been struggling to keep things close against any opponents. The Grizzlies have lost 17 straight and they weren't competitive Saturday versus Dallas. The Bucks struggle against top-flight competition but are more than talented enough to handle Memphis. Look for the favorite to improve to 6-1 ATS in the last seven Milw-Memphis matchups. Take the Bucks to get the win and cover as they should have no problem getting a double digit win here. 4* |
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03-12-18 | Jets v. Capitals -115 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 7 h 44 m | Show |
Washington got a huge lift from goaltender Phillip Grubauer, who recorded the shutout win against the Sharks. He's been solid, while starting netminder Braden Holtby has struggled. This marks the 5 of a six-game road trip for the Jets and their 3rd game in 4 days, with a huge matchup Tuesday at Central Division-leading Nashville looming. The Capitals are a really good home team and they are 12-3 against the Jets at home of late. Washington is 30-12 after scoring 2 goals or less. I like the CAPITALS here on Monday night. 5* NHL ICEMAN GAME OF THE WEEK! |
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03-12-18 | North Carolina A&T v. Liberty -11.5 | Top | 52-65 | Win | 100 | 6 h 40 m | Show |
Liberty is playing at home in this CIT game on Monday night. This team is very solid as they beat Wake Forest earlier in the year if you remember and won 79-66. This is a squad that only lost to Houston by 2 points. This is a team that is as good as it comes when it comes to defensive pressure and intensity. THey are excited to still be playing and the coach will use this as a building block for next season. I love them to get a huge win here at home on Monday night in a blowout fashion. 5* |
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03-11-18 | Houston +4.5 v. Cincinnati | Top | 55-56 | Win | 100 | 5 h 27 m | Show |
The Houston Cougars might not get as many headlines as Wichita State and Cincinnati in the AAC, but the Cougars have been right there with both squads this year standing 26-6 overall and 14-4 in conference. Both of these teams know they’re going to the NCAA tournament, but Houston would probably feel a lot better wrapping things up with a win today. Cincinnati hasn’t been quite as strong as Houston this year on the offensive end, and we feel like Houston is probably going to have more motivation to get the automatic bid so I'll grab the points with Houston on Sunday afternoon. 5* |
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03-11-18 | Davidson +2.5 v. Rhode Island | Top | 58-57 | Win | 100 | 3 h 5 m | Show |
After a scorching 15-1 start in conference play, Rhode Island hasn't been as sharp down the stretch. Davidson has a lot more on the line in today’s matchup given the Wildcats know they won’t be going to the NCAA tournament if they don’t get the automatic bid. This was the case with Davidson yesterday against the Bonnies, and Davidson came through in the end beating Saint Bonaventure by a final of 82-70. Davidson has quietly been one of the more well balanced teams in the A-10 this season ranking a solid 85th in the nation in scoring and 58th in total defense. Back Davidson to win for the eighth time in its last nine games and take the Atlantic 10 title on Sunday 5* |
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03-11-18 | Pennsylvania v. Harvard +2 | 68-65 | Loss | -107 | 2 h 45 m | Show | |
Not a big surprise seeing the clear best teams in the Ivy dominate their respective semifinal matchups yesterday. Either of these teams would be a tricky first round matchup for the team they draw in the NCAA tournament and Harvard is a young team but gelling right now and playing their best basketball of the year. They shot the ball extremely well yesterday and also the last time they played Penn at Penn. I'm on Harvard here to win the Ivy Championship. 4* |
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03-10-18 | Marshall +5.5 v. Western Kentucky | Top | 67-66 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show |
Marshall has been red hot in the tournament and playing some of their best ball of the season. They are hot and playing with double revenge vs. Western Kentucky. Marshall has had a manageable path to the conference tournament title game getting past the likes of UTSA and Southern Miss. Now Marshall will have to earn their way into the Big Dance taking on arguably the most dangerous team in CUSA. Marshall can be a bit one dimensional, but that dimension can be deadly, as the Thundering Herd rank 9th in the nation in scoring. I like the motivated underdog here with Marshall on Saturday night! 5* |
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03-10-18 | Blues v. Kings -151 | 7-2 | Loss | -151 | 6 h 18 m | Show | |
The LA Kings hold the final spot, while St. Louis is four points back, with both Calgary and Colorado in between. The Blues have completely collapsed, losing nine of their last 10 overall. They were shutout three times during that span, and they have been held to two goals or less in eight of their last 10 overall. The Blues are 0-9 in their last 9 versus teams with a winning record and 2-14 their last 16 visits to LA. while the LA Kings are 4-0 in their last 4 versus teams with a winning record. 4* |
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03-10-18 | Alabama v. Kentucky -4 | Top | 63-86 | Win | 100 | 2 h 27 m | Show |
The forwards of Kentucky are going to make a huge impact for the Wildcats - they will hammer the Crimson Tide frontcourt. Kentucky has been getting explosive offense in 4 of the last 5 games and this young team is peaking right now. Kentucky will wear the Crimson Tide down with excellent ball movement and aggressiveness. The Wildcats also come into this game allowing teams to only hit 29% of the shots from behind the arc I’m all-in with Kentucky and their improved defense that was held 5 of their last 6 opponents 40 40.5% or less. Bama is banged up and lost another big man in yesterdays game and playing their third game coming off upsets against A&M and Auburn thanks to shooting 47.5% and 50% but they won’t shoot that well versus Kentucky this afternoon. 10* |
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03-10-18 | Cornell v. Harvard -5.5 | Top | 55-74 | Win | 100 | 2 h 49 m | Show |
Cornell didn’t have a whole lot of consistent success this season, but the Big Red were able to do just enough to get into the Ivy League tournament. Cornell stands just 12-15 overall and 6-8 in conference ranking 91st in the nation in scoring compared to 332nd in total defense. This Harvard team is very young and while the Inexperience was showing early, the Crimson have rounded into really good form. Harvard won eight of its last nine with only a very close road loss at Penn as a blemish. Lastly I like that Harvard played this team last Friday at home and needed double OT so there is no looking past them. Also favor that Harvard went 8-1 down the stretch and the loss was just 14 days ago at this same venue while Cornell last played here on Jan 12th. Take HARVARD! 5* |
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03-09-18 | San Diego State +2.5 v. Nevada | Top | 90-73 | Win | 100 | 5 h 23 m | Show |
Playing at a neutral zone, SD ST beat Fresno State by double digits, SDSU can win this game, if Nevada lose, they are in, they need to save the energy to win a couple games in the NCAA tournament. Look for Pope, Watson, Mitchell, and Kell play solid offense and step up along with McDaniels. The only way San Diego State makes the NCAAs is by winning this game tonight and then winning in Saturday's MWC Final as the favorite. Nevada knows they get an invite whether winning this Tourney or not. The Aztecs have won seven straight (6-1 ATS), including a 79-74 home win against Nevada on Saturday. I like the Aztecs current form and desperation here and took the points. 5* |
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03-09-18 | Georgia v. Kentucky -4.5 | Top | 49-62 | Win | 100 | 4 h 23 m | Show |
Kentucky is playing their best ball of the year right now. Georgia liked to play at a very slow pace (#328) and they could do so against Vandy and Missouri. Now they face the Wildcats on a double bye. Kentucky has shown great improvement down the stretch, with the exception of the reg season loss at Florida, but that should help them here. 5* |
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03-09-18 | Memphis v. Tulsa -4.5 | Top | 67-64 | Loss | -115 | 3 h 11 m | Show |
Tulsa finished the season 9-1 with the only loss at Cincinnati. The players bought into an adjusted defensive scheme and allowed only 41% in those wins. Memphis lost Jerimiah Martin on Feb 24th. Martin averaged 35 MPG (#2 avg’d 29 & #3 avg 24) and led in PPG with 18.9 (#2 13.3 & #3 was 8.9) as well as assists, steals and #2 in rebounds. Memphis is 3-1 since but the fist win at UConn was the the injury system (team can recover one game from best player out), and they beat the worst AAC team twice (USF) and the second worst once (EC). Now the short-handed Tigers play a second straight day against a rested foe. 5* |
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03-09-18 | Alabama +6.5 v. Auburn | Top | 81-63 | Win | 100 | 2 h 56 m | Show |
Alabama had a rough patch to close out the regular season losing 5 straight including a 19 point loss on the road against this Auburn squad. Alabama wasn’t overly impressive yesterday against Texas A&M, but the Tide were able to find a way to grab the win on a buzzer beater, taking down the Aggies by a final of 71-70. Alabama has some momentum and I expect emotions to carry over here tonight. The Crimson Tide still have a lot to play for, since they're not lock for the tournament. Auburn's a shorthanded team, Collin Sexton is not all Alabama has. The Tide will prove that on Friday. I'm on the small underdog here Friday afternoon. 5* |
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03-08-18 | 76ers +1 v. Heat | 99-108 | Loss | -104 | 5 h 17 m | Show | |
The Philadelphia 76ers, coming off a comfortable win over the Charlotte Hornets, go on the road to take on the Miami Heat for the second time in their last five games, hoping for a different result this time around. The 76ers have been playing well as of late winning 7 of their last 10 overall and establishing some distance between them in the six seed and the Bucks and Heat in the seven and eight seeds. Take the 76ers on the road in this one as they are the better team and playing significantly better than the Heat right now 4* |
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03-08-18 | San Diego State -3.5 v. Fresno State | Top | 64-52 | Win | 100 | 6 h 25 m | Show |
San Diego State has clearly been heading in the right direction over the past few weeks of action winning their last 6 games in a row to improve to 19-10 overall and 11-7 in the MWC. SDSU’s increase in production has been evident. San Diego St went up-tempo in Brian Dutcher’s first year replacing Steve Fisher and while the Defense struggled early they are now playing the defense the Aztecs are known for with a very much improved offense and I expect them to make a nice run here with a win on Thursday evening. 5* |
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03-08-18 | Providence +4 v. Creighton | Top | 72-68 | Win | 100 | 5 h 34 m | Show |
Providence had 4 guys averaging 9 or more points and I like them this afternoon on a neutral court. Both of these teams are more than likely going to the NCAA tournament, but Providence probably could use this win a little more. Look for the Fryers to get the cash as a small 4 pt underdog. 5* |
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03-08-18 | SMU v. Connecticut +2.5 | 80-73 | Loss | -110 | 1 h 56 m | Show | |
UConn is a tough defensive team and I like their chances in this matchup this afternoon. I'm not sure why SMU is favored here against the Huskies in Thursday's early AAC action. The Mustangs have completely fallen apart down the stretch. SMU is a mere 1-8 since the beginning of February and the only win during this run came against an awful ECU team. It's also worth noting that UConn has a history of playing well early in this tournament. The Huskies have won 4 straight opening round games and we'll back them Thursday here. 4* |
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03-07-18 | Cavs v. Nuggets -3 | 113-108 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 13 m | Show | |
Denver handled the Cavs in Cleveland just five days ago. With Tristan Thompson and Jeff Green still out, I like Nikola Jokic to have a big bounceback game for Denver after he struggled on the road trip. Back Denver here at home to improve to 25-9 straight-up at home, and to cover the small number as the home fans will be fired up to get a win over LeBron James and the Cavs. 5* |
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03-07-18 | Boston College v. NC State -3.5 | Top | 91-87 | Loss | -106 | 4 h 14 m | Show |
BC is not a good road team and we'll back NC State here on Wednesday afternoon. Boston College played a physical game against a Georgia Tech (still w/out their PG) and they were pressed often and turned the ball over 11 times in the 2H. Now they face a rested NCSt squad that doesn’t always press but you can expect it today. The Wolfpack have the far better conference offense and defense and when they went played at BC on Jan 11th they were a 5.5 pt AF and now laying a basket less at a neutral site. 10* |
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03-07-18 | Texas State v. Coastal Carolina -2 | Top | 73-66 | Loss | -105 | 2 h 17 m | Show |
Line looks right for a 8-9 seed game but not the way the teams are in current form. Coastal finished the Sun Belt season going 7-4 with all 4 losses to teams that were #6 seeds or better. Texas St ended the year losing their last 9 games. The Chanticleers has only the #9 offense in Sun Belt action but they were #2 in defense while the Bobcats were #11 and #8. Coastal Carolina is the better team here! 5* |
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03-06-18 | Northeastern v. College of Charleston -2.5 | Top | 76-83 | Win | 100 | 8 h 0 m | Show |
These two teams had very similar results this season in terms of their conference records and overall statistics, but Northeastern went 0-2 against Charleston, losing on the road by 16 points and at home by 5 points to the Cougars. Charleston came into the year with high expectations and the Cougars have been living up to their billing standing atop the league with a record of 25-7 overall and 14-4 in conference. Charleston tied Northeastern in terms of their conference record, but the Cougars win the tiebreaker with their 2 head to head wins over the Huskies. Charleston came through for us yesterday taking down William & Mary by a final of 82-73. On the year Charleston ranks 153rd in the nation in scoring and 82nd in total defense. I like Charleston to get the win here on Tuesday night! 5* |
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03-06-18 | Wake Forest +4.5 v. Syracuse | Top | 64-73 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 53 m | Show |
WF has the inside big guys and rebounding edge here. They split the season games but as long as Wake doesn't turn the ball over then they should win this game outright and eliminate SYR from going to the Big Dance next week. 5* |
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03-05-18 | Wisc-Milwaukee v. Wright State -3.5 | Top | 53-59 | Win | 100 | 9 h 39 m | Show |
#2 seed vs #6 seed. Wright St was 14-4 in Horizon League action and went 0-2 against Milwaukee losing as a 7 pt HF, 74-73, on Feb 10th and as a pick’em at Milwaukee, 66-61, Jan 20th. This tourney set-up is unique as the #1 & #2 seed games played Saturday against a foe playing their play-in foes while the 4-5 & 3-6 played yesterday. If a team is better on offense they might want to play B2B days but when you have the conference’s best defense, I’ll take them with a day off who Is prepared and ready. We have the better team with double revenge too. 5* |
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03-05-18 | Coyotes +145 v. Oilers | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 30 m | Show | |
Three more losses in a row for the Oilers and now they face an Arizona team that's playing some really good hockey. The Coyotes are 8-2-0-1 in their last 11, and while all but two of those were at home, this team is playing with loads of energy right now. This game is completely meaningless as it's a play out the string scenario for each team. But it seems obvious the Coyotes want wins more than the Oilers at this point and we are getting great underdog value with ARZ. Edmonton is the runaway flop of the year and they sure look like a squad that cannot wait for this all to end. I'm backing the road team with the Coyotes on Monday night. 3* |
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03-04-18 | Pelicans v. Mavs +4 | 126-109 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 41 m | Show | |
I like the Home underdog here on Sunday night. Dallas has played well at home lately and have split two games this season , each winning on the other's home court. Dennis Smith Jr continues to shine as a Mavs rookie averaging 15 ppg. 4* |
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03-04-18 | Predators -145 v. Avalanche | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 4 h 17 m | Show | |
Tops in almost every offensive category Nashville continues to roll. The Predators (41-14-9) have won seven in a row to vault into the top spot in the Western Conference and eight straight versus Colorado. Nashville has a versatile, powerful lineup and it's about to get more dangerous. And it's not because of the return of Mike Fisher, who scored a goal in a 4-3 overtime win over Vancouver on Friday in his first game of the season. Colorado scored 7 goals in their last game so expect a letdown spot here on Sunday and Nashville is 9-1 their last 10 vs the Avalanche. PLAY NASHVILLE with Confidence! 5* NHL GAME OF THE WEEK |
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03-04-18 | East Carolina v. Memphis -13 | 70-90 | Win | 100 | 4 h 23 m | Show | |
Look for Memphis to get a blowout win at home on Sunday. The EC Pirates have lost their last 4 games, and 8 of their last 10 games overall. One of their wins in that span is a home overtime stunner, 88-85 over the Tigers back on February 3rd. Problem is, that is when ECU was at least playing inspired hoops. Over their last 4 losses, the Pirates have been beaten up pretty good, losing by double-digits in each of their last 3. Memphis comes in having won 4 of their last 5 both straight up and against the spread, and at 18-12 they appear to be catching a late-breaking wave as they get set to play in the postseason conference tourney this week. Go ahead and lay it with the Tigers in revenge. 5* |
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03-04-18 | Cincinnati v. Wichita State -3 | Top | 62-61 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 47 m | Show |
Now CIncy plays is an unfamiliar arena and it will be a ZOO! The Bearcats will be looking for revenge from their home loss on Feb 18th but they won’t get it. Cincinnati is over-rated to me as they as they’ve beaten ONE top 60 team this season and that was Houston at home. They are 0-4 against the other top 6- teams and have only been tested as a dog once a loss at Xavier. Wichita St has a seven game win streak, and I like them at home here on Sunday. 5* |
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03-03-18 | Celtics v. Rockets -8 | Top | 120-123 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 56 m | Show |
Houston will look to remain extremely aggressive on the scoring attack, as the Rockets hope to continue beating teams with their 3rd ranked free throw attempts/game. Al Horford is only putting up 11 ppg over the last month, and he hasn't been effective. I think the Celtics are in trouble on Saturday night here. They wont be able to guard the Rockets 3-pt shot attack. Boston can, at times, make bad switches and Houston will be able to capitalize on those kind of mistakes. In their first meeting this year, the Rockets had a HUGE 26 point lead and blew it. They didn't have Chris Paul or Capela in that game and I look for a big blowout for the Houston Rockets here at home. 10* NBA GAME OF THE WEEK |
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03-03-18 | UTEP v. North Texas -6 | Top | 68-66 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 15 m | Show |
The North Texas Mean Green are playing hard for first year HC Grant McCasland and have made great strides from LY’s program (8-22). In their last 6 home games they are 4-2 with the losses to to a tough WKU in OT and to Marshall by 2. The Mean Green are also 15-15 and it is a massive difference to finish with a .500 record (if they lose first conf tourney game) than a losing record. UTEP meanwhile is off a pair of wins before they lost at Rice Thursday but they both game at home and prior to those they failed to cover 6 straight games plus versus the Owls. The Miners are 1-11 SU on the road and I don't see UTEP showing up here. Play N Texas by double digits. 5* |
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03-03-18 | Wake Forest v. Georgia Tech UNDER 139.5 | Top | 56-64 | Win | 100 | 1 h 17 m | Show |
Ga Tech snapped a 7 game losing streak by beating NC St thanks to shooting a season best versus a major conference team (51.6%). The Wolfpack area an up-tempo team and the game finished with 147 points. Wake runs a mid-level tempo #127 but often has to play faster than they want because they are always playing from behind and the same hold true for GT with their snail’s pace tempo (#319). GT is averaging just 42.2% shooting at home while WF is averaging 42.2% in conference action. I like the UNDER here on Saturday in this early tipoff. 5* |
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03-03-18 | St. John's +6 v. Providence | 57-61 | Win | 100 | 1 h 17 m | Show | |
The Providence front will be their strength, as they have shown, with good perimeter hands and fast hands on D. And we will see if the Red Storm can handle the guards from Providence when they have to. The key to St. John's is jumping out with an early lead. The Redmen do not want to get beat early on by Providence in the beginning of game. St. John's has had their problems with funky starts in the past 6-7 games. Shamorie Ponds has been struggling with his shot over his last 5 games, the Red Storm would be better off with a real leader who could help get this St. John's offense rolling. 6 is too many in this one and I'm back the UNDERDOG with ST Johns on Saturday afternoon. 4* |
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03-02-18 | Rutgers +15 v. Purdue | Top | 75-82 | Win | 100 | 5 h 30 m | Show |
While Rutgers has to play a third straight day they are also playing with losing to lose and pretty much a home game at MSG. Purdue comes into this game 2-8 ATS their last 10 with one cover as a dog in a game they lost outright and in their last game at home against a depleted Minnesota squad. These two played on Feb 3rd at Rutgers and it was a 78-76 final. Crowd will decidedly be for the local Rutgers squad that has held Indiana and Illinois to 35.8% and 34.6% shooting. Since 2005, dogs of 15 points or more in all conference tournaments are hitting roughly 60%. We'll take the points with Rutgers here on Friday night. 5* |
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03-02-18 | Rhode Island v. Davidson -1 | 61-63 | Win | 100 | 4 h 21 m | Show | |
If URI can't show up for a senior night game at home how should I expect them to show up for a Friday night game in Davidson with the A-10 already locked up. Davidson lost a triple-overtime heartbreaker to St. Bonaventure, while Rhode Island was run off its home floor by Saint Joe's. I look for Davidson to pounce early to negate any early Rhode Island confidence. 4* |
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03-02-18 | Bradley -3 v. Drake | 63-61 | Loss | -105 | 5 h 53 m | Show | |
Bradley gets a huge break that point guard Darrell Brown's sprained ankle isn't as bad as initially thought. Brown, who is the team's best player, was ruled probable on Thursday. The Bradley Braves lost both regular season games to Drake, giving them a huge revenge angle I love during conference tournaments. Bradley took care of business this season when listed as a favorite, going 11-4 against the spread. During tournament time, I'm always going to side with the better defensive team and that would be Bradley in this case. 5* |
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03-01-18 | Oregon State v. Washington UNDER 139.5 | Top | 77-79 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 53 m | Show |
Oregon State is a pesky team that makes more-talented opponents sweat, even in the coldest of climes. They are a gritty team who plays hardnosed defense. Look for the Beavers to slow down the pace and try and control the tempo here. Take the UNDER. 5* |
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03-01-18 | UTEP v. Rice +1 | Top | 70-76 | Win | 102 | 7 h 4 m | Show |
Rice is a young team with two freshman and one sophomore starter and while they are only 6-23 they are still playing hard for their first year HC going 7-2 ATS with the two losses coming against a pair of 20-win teams (WKU & Marshall). UTEP meanwhile is off a pair of wins but they were both at home and prior to those they failed to cover 6 straight games. The Miners are 1-10 SU on the road and we'll grab RICE on Thursday night in a pickem or small dog spot. 5* |
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03-01-18 | Penguins v. Bruins -119 | Top | 4-8 | Win | 100 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
The teams have split their two games this season, each winning at home, but the Penguins haven't won in Boston since 2014. Boston is 9-1-3 in its last 13 games against Pittsburgh, 6-0-1 in its last seven home games. Very important statement game for the Bruins as this could be a preview of the playoffs so expect a statement from the home Boston squad here tonight! 4* |
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03-01-18 | Tulsa v. East Carolina +8.5 | 72-58 | Loss | -106 | 8 h 17 m | Show | |
EC is coming off an awful game losing by 51. They got outscored 62-13 in the 1st half. OUCH! They also got outrebounded 46-17. In their final home game of the season I expect them to put forth a better effort in this one. I'll take the 9 pts or more with the home dog on Thursday evening. 4* |
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02-28-18 | Nevada -1.5 v. UNLV | Top | 101-75 | Win | 100 | 10 h 6 m | Show |
Nevada has the #1 seed in the conference wrapped up but they have revenge against this instate rival as they are 19-1 their last 20 home games with the defeat coming back on Feb 7th. That happens to be the only game that the MW’s best player, Caleb Martin, missed. Rebels have allowed last 3 opponents to shoot 50%, 48.2% and 50.7% and now face the conference’s best offense. I like NEVADA to get a big win here. 5* |
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02-28-18 | Florida State v. Clemson -3 | Top | 63-76 | Win | 101 | 8 h 45 m | Show |
This is a much bigger game for Clemson than Florida State. Clemson leads Florida State in the standings by two games and the Tigers are only laying 3 at home tonight? Home court in all sports varies, but when the home team is the better team, you can give them the full edge. Back Clemson here at home tonight! 5* |
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02-28-18 | Ole Miss v. Kentucky -8.5 | Top | 78-96 | Win | 100 | 6 h 1 m | Show |
Kentucky at 20-9 is clearly down after posting 38, 27 and 32 wins the last 3 years and from February 3rd thru Feb 14th they lost 4 straight games. Since that time the Wildcats have won and covered 3 straight. All the years they were ranked in the top 5 ended with early exits from the big dance. Don't sleep on them now, they are ranked #25 and looking to move up in the show. Wednesday night we get a Wildcats team that is starting to play solid defense (allowing 40/8% at home) only laying 11 points In Mississippi’s last 10 games they shot over 40% only once and that was the upset at Missouri while shooting 33.8% in their last game and 37.1%, 35% and 39.1% in the other 3 road games. Kentucky is the play here and I expect a BLOWOUT WIN! 10* |
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02-27-18 | Oilers v. Sharks -140 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 10 h 4 m | Show | |
I'm backing San Jose here on Tuesday night and here is why. With longtime star Patrick Marleau exiting via free agency and aging Joe Thornton dealing with a severe knee injury, the San Jose Sharks looked at various players to provide an infusion of youth and scoring this season. They may finally have their man on both counts. With Evander Kane in the fold, the Sharks open a six-game homestand on Tuesday night against the Edmonton Oilers. San Jose (33-21-9) made one of the biggest moves ahead of the league's trading deadline on Monday when it acquired Kane from the Buffalo Sabres for forward Daniel O'Regan and conditional picks in the 2019 and 2020 drafts. Kane, 26, had 20 goals and 20 assists in 61 games this season. Selected fourth overall by the Atlanta Thrashers in the 2009 draft, the winger is a four-time 20-goal scorer and has 177 tallies and 163 assists in 557 career games with Atlanta, the Winnipeg Jets and Buffalo. 4* |
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02-27-18 | Kansas State v. TCU -6 | 59-66 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
Kansas State has covered the past two meetings, including a 73-68 home win (-2) on Jan 20th, but TCU has finally found their groove in Big-12 play with wins and covers in its last three games. Remember, this team started the season 12-0 and it appears that they found their groove again. They appear to being back to that early season team dictating game flow. I'm backing the home team with TCU to get the win and cover tonight. 5* |
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02-27-18 | American v. Lafayette -6.5 | Top | 86-93 | Win | 102 | 5 h 22 m | Show |
Patriot League tourney game with Lafayette at home as the 7 seed. Yes, we are laying points with a Leopards team that went 9-20 this season as they were 7-11 in conference action with the #4 offense and #7 defense compared to American which went 3-15 with the #10 offense and #6 defense. Lafayette will have good crowd tonight and they are 10-0 SU all-time at home in post-season play. American is 2-15 SU on the road and away from home they allow an eye-opening 51.6% shooting. Teams played ten day ago with Lafayette only winning by 5 at home which insures they do not look past them and American was 50% from 3pt (11-22) which they will not do again. 5* |
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02-27-18 | Akron v. Buffalo -15 | Top | 68-80 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 21 m | Show |
Buffalo went through a funk going 5-3 SU and 0-7-1 ATS laying an inflated number as the MAC’s best team after they started 8-0 in conference play. After getting their 20th win they had their expected letdown losing at Miami Tue, Feb 20th. Buffalo bounced back beating Ohio by 26 points on Saturday and are now playing their final home game. Akron is 3-7 ATS on the road and this past Saturday they lost at home to Miami in OT with their top 3 players all playing over 40 minutes. Akron HC’s made comments about easing players minutes as the priority now is the MAC tourney. Look for a big blowout here tonight! 5* |
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02-26-18 | Texas Tech v. West Virginia -6.5 | Top | 74-84 | Win | 100 | 9 h 43 m | Show |
Texas Tech star Keenan Evans is hampered by a foot injury that limited him to six points on 1-of-6 shooting in Saturday's 74-72 loss to Kansas. The loss wrapped up the Big 12 regular-season title for the Jayhawks. The Red Raiders have a fast turnaround Monday to face a West Virginia team looking to avenge a loss in their first meeting. I don't think they are going to be in this game mentally and W Virg is going to come out pressing and causing havoc. West Virginia had a tough stretch to close January, but have won five of their last seven. The Mountaineers are in revenge mood for a one-point loss to Tech in Lubbock, a night when they were outscored by 10 at the FT line, easily the difference in the game's outcome. West Virginia has a strong homecourt and I like them to take care of business here on Big Monday! 10* |
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02-26-18 | Warriors -11.5 v. Knicks | 125-111 | Win | 100 | 7 h 55 m | Show | |
Having dropped their first two games of the season to the Thunder, the disciplined Warriors won in a blowout vs Oklahoma City on Saturday night in a 112-80 rout. Less than 48 hours and a cross-country trip to Madison Square Garden later, the Warriors face the hapless Knicks who are 1-5 since Kristaps Porzingis' season-ending ACL injury. New York has covered just once in its last eight games. The fans at MSG will want to see a dazzling display of dunks and the Warriors won't disappoint with a blowout city at NY. 4* |
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02-26-18 | North Florida +8 v. NJIT | Top | 80-76 | Win | 100 | 7 h 57 m | Show |
Four/five seed (both teams 7-7 in conf action) with game at NJIT but line is too high. North Florida made the post-season in ’15 & ’16 and this year played a brutal non-conference schedule (#7 overall) and had 13 wins against the #167 schedule overall. North Florida played the #318 schedule and went 14-15. In the first matchup the Highlanders couldn’t miss and routed the Ospreys 91-59 but in the rematch in Jacksonville which was just last Saturday the 17th UNF won 86-75. 5* |
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02-25-18 | Rockets v. Nuggets +5 | Top | 119-114 | Push | 0 | 9 h 27 m | Show |
The Rockets have won 11 straight but this number is a bit inflated. Look for the Nuggets to show up with a huge effort after getting embarrassed in Houston on Feb. 9. I'm on Denver to cover for the 8th time in its last 10 games. The Nuggets only made 3-28 three-pointers in their last meet and I expect some much better numbers here at home for Denver. 5* |
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02-25-18 | Penn State +1.5 v. Nebraska | Top | 64-76 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 26 m | Show |
The Big Ten has four teams in the tournament and two on the bubble. Those bubble squads, Penn State and Nebraska, face off in Lincoln on Sunday. Penn State is coming off a couple of tough games with losses to Michigan and Purdue who are both top teams. I like the Penn St guard-play and the way they shoot and get to the FT line. Look for Penn St to get a big win on the road Sunday evening. 5* |
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02-25-18 | Pistons v. Hornets -4 | Top | 98-114 | Win | 100 | 2 h 10 m | Show |
The Hornets cannot afford a home loss and could edge closer to a playoff spot by knocking off the Pistons today. Howard has turned it up down low and Kemba Walker is doing his thing. Detroit doesn't have the guards to stay with the Hornets quickness. I like Charlotte by 8 or more on Sunday afternoon. 5* |
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02-24-18 | Arizona +4 v. Oregon | Top | 93-98 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 52 m | Show |
ARZ is 19-3 their last 22 games and playing their best ball of the season right now. I know Sean Miller the ARZ HC is being investigated but nothing has been proved yet. I'm taking the better team as an underdog here on Saturday night! 4* |
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02-24-18 | Gonzaga -5 v. BYU | Top | 79-65 | Win | 100 | 10 h 32 m | Show |
Gonzaga can clinch the WCC with a win while BYU is looking to gain some confidence for the conference tournament next week in Las Vegas where they'll have to win it all to get an NCAA invite. BYU lost only one home game in WCC play, a 74-64 loss to the other WCC-bully Saint Mary's (-2). The Zags have the traditional metrics we've been accustomed to, shooting 50 percent from the field and holding opponents to 40 percent, and they've won 17 of their last 18. I like Gonzaga in this one on Saturday night! 5* |
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02-24-18 | Portland v. Pepperdine -3.5 | Top | 64-75 | Win | 100 | 2 h 11 m | Show |
Pepperdine announced they would not be bringing back Marty Wilson to coach next year and the team has responded. While the Waves have gone 0-3 since it’s because they just played BYU, Gonzaga and St Mary’s and the only game at home was BYU which they too to OT. Pepperdine is only 4-25 but all 4 wins came at home with this being their final game in Malibu. Portland only 3-11 SU on the road. I like the home squad in this one tonight with PEPPERDINE! |
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02-24-18 | CS Sacramento v. Southern Utah -3.5 | Top | 74-77 | Loss | -110 | 3 h 24 m | Show |
We have a home team that is has played better on the season (10-16 vs 6-22 / #145-#112 schedules) and in conference action (4-11 vs 3-12) playing at home for a second straight game versus B2B road games on Thursday /Saturday. This Sacramento St team is 1-16 SU In games away from home while also going 1-6 ATS their last 7 games. Final home game for the Southern Utah Thunderbirds who are 8-5 SU at home this year and 5-1 ATS against teams with losing records. I'm backing the home squad here on Saturday afternoon. 5* |
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02-24-18 | Baylor +5 v. TCU | Top | 72-82 | Loss | -103 | 2 h 50 m | Show |
Baylor fits one of the revenge angles I like that just keeps producing year after year. The Bears are looking to avenge an OT home loss to TCU and in that game they outrebounded TCU by 15. I believe they are the better team here and getting 5 pts. The Bears are off the loss to West Virginia where they had turnover issues and trouble with the pressure, but had won five in a row prior, including a pair of conference road wins. This shapes up as a tight battle between two quality teams. Road dogs that lost the first meeting by 1-2 points or in overtime are clicking once again at a 65% rate, and BAYLOR falls into that category here in early action on Saturday. 10* Game of the Month |
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02-23-18 | Jets v. Blues -123 | Top | 4-0 | Loss | -123 | 9 h 34 m | Show |
It was back to business as usual for the St. Louis Blues on Thursday, one day after practice was abruptly called off in favor of a closed-door meeting. The Blues have lost 4 in a row and I expect them to come out with some energy here at home on Friday Night. On the flip side this is the Winnipeg Jets first road game since January 30th. The Jets have been sub-par when playing with two days of rest, allowing 3.27 goals per game. STL is very good on defense and get the win here tonight. 5* NHL GAME OF THE WEEK |
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02-23-18 | Ohio State v. Indiana +2 | Top | 80-78 | Push | 0 | 8 h 2 m | Show |
In their first meeting Ohio St won by 15 at home and shot very well at 56%. This is a very tough place to play and Indiana always gets up for these primetime games at home. If Indiana wins they keep their tourney hopes alive. Lose & they're done. This is their biggest game of the year and I expect them to get the upset win here at home. Play INDIANA who has quietly won 4 of their last 5 games. 5* |
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02-22-18 | UCLA +2.5 v. Utah | 78-84 | Loss | -102 | 3 h 58 m | Show | |
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02-22-18 | Knicks v. Magic -3.5 | Top | 120-113 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 25 m | Show |
Magic get Aaron Gordon and Vucevic back for Knicks game The Orlando Magic are getting a dose of good news while the last three weeks have been nothing but bad news for the New York Knicks. Gordon leads the team in scoring at 18.4 points per game. He is shooting 44.7 percent after shooting 32.8 percent in his last seven games following a 30-point showing against Cleveland on Jan. 6. The Magic were 7-16 without Vucevic and most of the losses piled up early in his absence. Vucevic is third on the team at 17.4 points per game and leads the team in rebounding with 9.3. Before getting hurt, he was averaging 22.1 points and 13 rebounds in his previous eight games. Instead of going on vacation during the All-Star break, Vucevic continued working out to improve his conditioning. The New York Knicks have lost eight straight and covered the spread just once during that stretch. HC Jeff Hornacek said he is going to start some of their younger players and see what happens. That tells me they are tanking the rest of the season. The ORL MAGIC has played well and should get better with 2 returning starters as they headed into the All Star break off three straight losses, but all by single digits and they've battled hard in recent weeks covering the spread in five of their last six (13-3 ATS in their last 16) games. Look for Orlando to come out strong here at home. 10* |
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02-22-18 | Rider -2 v. Monmouth | Top | 77-91 | Loss | -106 | 6 h 48 m | Show |
Rider has a slim half-game lead in the MAAC with two games left and comes in on a 10-game win streak. Monmouth comes off a road win at Siena (+4) and has nothing to play for other than being a spoiler. Best of all for supporting Rider here is that the Broncos remain one of the best road cover teams at 11-3-1 ATS. Rider has the better overall and balanced team and should get the win and cover here tonight. 5* |
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02-21-18 | CS-Fullerton -5.5 v. UC Riverside | 65-69 | Loss | -106 | 7 h 12 m | Show | |
CS Fullerton has the better record and coming off 3 straight wins and 4 of their last 5. The Titans shot 50%. 56.1%, 50.9% and 61.4% in those 4 wins and Riverside will not be able to match them on the offensive side of the ball as they are not only the conferences worst offense they are one of the country’s worst (#338). Riverside is 2-11 their last 13 games including an 0-6 SU mark at home. 4* |
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02-21-18 | Iowa v. Minnesota -1.5 | 82-86 | Win | 100 | 6 h 2 m | Show | |
Both teams have been struggling but I like the home squad in this one. The Gophers have an excellent HC and are playing their final home game of the season with their last home game being a 30 points loss (to Mich St). The play is more against an Iowa team that is 1-8 ATS on the road with the only cover an OT win at Illinois back on Jan 11th. 4* |
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02-21-18 | Bradley v. Missouri State -4.5 | Top | 82-78 | Loss | -108 | 5 h 11 m | Show |
It is Senior Night for Missouri St and they are off a home loss on Sunday where they were tied late and but lost thanks in part to players leaving the bench and getting ejected. Bradley is just 1-6 SU on the conference road and 2-9 ATS away from home this season. The Bears also looking for payback and revenge from a 20 points loss earlier this season when they shot a season worse 31.6% and their star player Alize Johnson only played 15 minutes and scored 7 points with foul trouble. This is a very solid 5* tonight in College Hoops! 5* |
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02-20-18 | Avalanche v. Canucks -113 | Top | 5-4 | Loss | -113 | 9 h 57 m | Show |
Vancouver is very good at home and solid with the Power Play. Colorado is banged up with injuries and this is a tough spot for them tonight. Take the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night. 4* |
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02-20-18 | New Mexico +4.5 v. Wyoming | 119-114 | Win | 100 | 8 h 52 m | Show | |
The Lobos won this season's first meeting 75-66 as a 2 1/2 point favorite after trailing by five at the half. Most important hustle stats went the way of the Lobos, but they committed 20 turnovers, yet still won the game by nine pts. New Mexico takes care of the basketball on the road, averaging just 12.2 turnovers per game. NM is the better balanced team and I'll back them as an underdog. 5* |
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02-20-18 | Boston College v. NC State -4.5 | Top | 66-82 | Win | 100 | 6 h 0 m | Show |
NC State has won 5 of their last 7 and playing some good ball right now. Their last 2 losses were at VT and vs #20 ranked NC. NC St is the better team playing at home and Boston College really struggles away from home. We also have the Eagles who are off a pair of road wins and while they are 13-3 SU at home they lost their last home game against rival NC. BC is 2-7 SU on the road and while they won their last road game it was against the conferences worst team in Pittsburgh. Look for NC State to come out strong here at home on Tuesday night where they average over 81 points per game. 10* |
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02-19-18 | Oklahoma +8.5 v. Kansas | Top | 74-104 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 40 m | Show |
The Sooners' attraction still lies with dynamic point guard Trae Young. One of Young’s key games came in a home win over the Jayhawks. Despite the big FT different in the Kansas/W Virgina game on Saturday night (35 for Kansas, just 2 for W Virg) Kansas has the lowest FT attempts in the Big 12. I like OKL to get into the paint and keep this one close on Big Monday behind their star. 5* |
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02-18-18 | Loyola-Chicago -5.5 v. Evansville | Top | 76-66 | Win | 100 | 5 h 45 m | Show |
Loyola playing with revenge but that was one of the game in which the conference’s best player, Clayton Custer missed. He is back for this one and Loyola should handle Evansville with ease. The Ramblers have won 11 of 12 since that time and gave covered 10 if 12. Loyola has shot 53.6%, 53.3%, 50% and 60.9% their last 4 games while Evansville is shooting 41% their last 5 games. Aces also without starting guard Dru Smith and everything points to LOYOLA in this one on Sunday evening. 5* |
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02-18-18 | Connecticut -6 v. East Carolina | 84-80 | Loss | -103 | 4 h 48 m | Show | |
UConn does't shoot the ball well but they are a scrappy defensive team and I like them to get the win and cover here on Sunday. UCONN by 11 |
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02-18-18 | Ohio State v. Michigan -3.5 | Top | 62-74 | Win | 100 | 2 h 55 m | Show |
Michigan's stock is up right now after winning four of its past five games, while Ohio State took a hit thanks to its 23-point loss to Penn State. The home team is 5-1 against the spread in the last six meetings between the Buckeyes and Wolverines. Ohio St has not passed my eye test as a top 20 team. We saw the Buckeyes get exposed on the road at Penn St while Michigan is 14-1 SU at home. Wolverines played their last game on Wednesday at home and won easily while Ohio St played on the road Thursday. Final home game for MIchigan and expect them to shoot well here on Sunday. 10* |
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02-17-18 | Maple Leafs v. Penguins -130 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 17 m | Show |
I like Pittsburgh Penguins here on Saturday night as they are the #1 Power Play team and tough at home. They've won 10 in a row at home and sport a 22-7 home ice advantage. A strong start back in December helped the Toronto Maple Leafs knock off the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions as the Maple Leafs scored 3 times in the first period in that game. Pitt gets their revenge here at home on Saturday night. Take the PENGUINS! 5* NHL GAME OF THE WEEK! |
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02-17-18 | Villanova v. Xavier +1.5 | Top | 95-79 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 24 m | Show |
Villanova comes in having lost two of its last three as a large favorite, with the lone win against Butler in a revenge spot last week. The Wildcats roughed up Xavier at home, 89-65, on Jan. 10, which was the last the Musketeers lost. Now with 9 consecutive wins since and seven ATS covers. When Xavier has been an underdog or favorite up to five points, it's 9-0 straight-up and against the spread. At home in a revenge spot against a Villanova squad that recently lost at home to St. John's. I like Xavier and here on Saturday they get the win. 5* |
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02-17-18 | Michigan State -7 v. Northwestern | Top | 65-60 | Loss | -114 | 4 h 4 m | Show |
Tough spot for Northwestern - even at home - as the Wildcats only average 69.3 points per game, and today they may be without as 12-points per game scorer in Bryant McIntosh who injured his shoulder in the Wildcats last game on Tuesday night in a road loss at Rutgers. As they can rebound and shoot from deep far and away better than most. Miles Bridges is also an amazing player at the other guard spot - this Michigan St team isn't going to slow down soon. Michigan State pulls away in the 2nd half.5* |
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02-17-18 | Providence v. Butler -7.5 | Top | 54-69 | Win | 100 | 2 h 50 m | Show |
Butler has lost 3 straight games but two of those losses were against TOP 5 opponents. The shooting of Butler is quietly one of the better in the NCAA - with Kelan Martin and Kamar Baldwin in particular. Their guys are good without the ball, and very smooth to pull the trigger. The backcourt of Providence will struggle to get through Butler - and their attempt to get to the paint will slow down, as they wont be able to drive to the rack all day long. The Friars have potential - but allowing teams to score inside, the way they do, isn't showing that off. Providence has some pretty high caliber players at the most important positions with Alpha Diallo and Rodney Bullock. But will Providence be able to show them off here? No. Butler gets a big win at home here on Saturday afternoon. 10* |
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02-16-18 | Yale v. Dartmouth +2 | Top | 77-65 | Loss | -106 | 21 h 13 m | Show |
Despite their record I think Dartmouth is the better team. Yes, they have lost 11 of their last 12 games but a closer look shows me that their last 6 games they've lost by an average of 2 points. That's right, just 2 points. They are a balanced offensive team with 5 players averaging between 10-12 points and a solid rebounding team and I like the fact that they are well rest and playing at home again. Play DARTMOUTH here on Friday night! 5* BEST BET PLAY OF THE DAY! |
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02-15-18 | Ducks -114 v. Blackhawks | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
4* There is no team playing as bad as the Chicago Blackhawks are in the NHL right now. Losers of seven straight, the Hawks released to waivers their goaltender Jeff Glass who was thrown to the wolves in replacement of “Star” goalie Corey Crawford. Not only has Chicago lost, they have lost badly -- outscored 29-12 in this seven-game implosion. With no answers on the horizon, Chicago will continue on with Anton Forsberg in net until Crawford returns. Forsberg has a record of 5-10 this year for the Hawks. Lets go with the Anaheim Ducks in this one. |
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02-15-18 | Ohio State v. Penn State UNDER 138.5 | Top | 56-79 | Win | 100 | 7 h 0 m | Show |
We roll with the Under here as 161 points were scored the last time these two teams met in a 81-79 thriller in Ohio State which saw Penn State hang on and win a monumental game but I expect to see a much lower scoring game this time around. This is a Ohio State team that is top 15 in defense, is angry about that loss earlier to Penn State, held Purdue who is an elite offense to just 63 points on the road so they can definitely get the job done against Penn State and Penn State is a top 25 defense who when at home has done a great job on the defensive end. Look for this game to go under the posted total tonight! 10* Total of the Week |
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02-15-18 | William & Mary v. Hofstra -4.5 | Top | 84-90 | Win | 100 | 6 h 55 m | Show |
Hofstra is coming off a terrible game where they lost by 20 and got outrebounded by 15 in that game. William is Mary is not a good team on the road and they don't like defense. Their defense is 333rd ranked and not good enough to get consistent stops. I like Hofstra here at home on Thursday night minus the small number. 5* |
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02-14-18 | Seton Hall v. Xavier -5 | Top | 90-102 | Win | 100 | 9 h 17 m | Show |
Its been a down year for Seton Hall as they been falling back in the Big East standings over the past couple weeks of action losing their last 3 games in a row to stand 17-8 overall and 6-6 in conference. They are also NOT a good road team. Seton Hall is coming off back to back close losses at home against Marquette and on the road against Georgetown, and things get even tougher for the veteran Pirates today going against the second best team in the Big East. On the year Seton Hall ranks 66th in the nation in scoring and 169th in total defense. Xavier has been able to leap over Villanova for the time being in the Big East with an impressive mark of 23-3 overall and 11-2 in conference. Xavier has been on fire winning their last 8 games in a row including some tremendous wins this past week on the road against Butler and Creighton. Xavier has shown they love to play with tempo, but they can also adapt how they do things, which will help this 14th ranked offensive unit come postseason play. Xavier has already picked up a road win against Seton Hall earlier in conference play by a final of 73-64 and we’d be somewhat surprised if the Musketeers weren’t able to grab a similar margin of victory in today’s rematch, especially when looking at how these teams have been playing more recently. Look for XAVIER to pull away in the 2nd half. 5* |
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02-14-18 | Kentucky v. Auburn -9 | Top | 66-76 | Win | 100 | 9 h 9 m | Show |
Auburn is TOP 5 in every offensive category and a very good team with a solid bench. Bruce Pearl has this team playing great ball and looks to push the tempo. Kentucky has good athletes but they are a poor shooting team. Auburn gets to make a point to Kentucky that there is a changing of the guard here and they will want to take this opportunity, on national television to make a very clear statement today. Auburn is ranked 11th in the nation for a reason, Kentucky is 0-4 ATS of late in the SEC and Auburn is 6-1 ATS against the SEC and 5-1 ATS at home as well and with Kentucky struggling to hold on the ball as they are outside the top 200 in turnover margin, this should end up being a blowout in a big way tonight! 10* GAME OF THE MONTH |
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02-14-18 | Virginia Tech v. Duke -11 | 52-74 | Win | 100 | 7 h 3 m | Show | |
The Hokies just upended # 1 Virginia back on Feb10th, 61-60 in 2OT , as Buzz Williams' team has now won their last pair and 5 of 6 overall straight up and against the spread. Tech also upset Duke the last time these ACC teams faced one another. The Blue Devils did snap a 2-game losing skid (both on the conference road) with a road win and cover at Georgia Tech this past Sunday, and they really need to take care of business back on their home court where they are 11-1 straight up for the season. Look for a letdown from VT and look for Duke to click on offense and get a big win here at home on Wednesday night! Lay the points with the Blue Devils! 4* |
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02-13-18 | LSU +7.5 v. Alabama | Top | 65-80 | Loss | -109 | 9 h 53 m | Show |
You have a LSU team that is around top 60 in most power rankings and some projections have them in and several have them out. They need a big quality win and why not against Alabama. Will Wade has done wonders to this team and for a team that won 10 games last year has already won 14 games this year. Note, this team is a top 35 offensive team which always keeps them in and as Alabama comes off a historic win over Tennessee where they held their rival to just 50 points and winning by 28 points against a top 15 caliber team is pretty incredible, and a tough game to get motivated against a LSU team who they have already beaten. LSU has revenge and this is a letdown spot for Bama. LSU needs this win and this is a team that does have road wins against Texas A&M and Arkansas to their credit. Will Wade is great at making adjustments as well and this team lost by 8 to Bama last time and look for them to play with exceeding effort today. 5* |
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02-13-18 | Cavs +1.5 v. Thunder | Top | 120-112 | Win | 100 | 8 h 12 m | Show |
LeBron is happy again and that makes all the difference as he has a ton of athletes and speed around him. This is a nice revenge spot for the newly-energized Cavs who got smoked and gave up 148 pts the last time they played. I'm playing the road dog with the CAVS again tonight. 5* |
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02-13-18 | Blues +138 v. Predators | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
St. Louis outshot Pittsburgh 34-23 but appeared to wear down in the third period as it played its third game in four days. They were tired and rested on Monday. Look for them to come out energized here on Tuesday night as a nice underdog. Play the STL Blues. 4* |
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02-13-18 | Maryland v. Nebraska +1 | Top | 66-70 | Win | 102 | 7 h 57 m | Show |
I have Nebraska favored by 5, here before I saw the odds. They are a very good team at home. Maryland has gone 1-7 on the road. Nebraska has gone 13-1 (10-2 ATS) at home and the Cornhuskers have been a great story in the Big Ten, covering 12 of their last 13 conference games. They've been underrated all season and they still are here. Nebraska is the play. 10* Game of the Week |
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02-12-18 | Lightning v. Maple Leafs -114 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 8 h 31 m | Show |
The Maple Leafs are 8-2-0 in their past 10 games after defeating the Ottawa Senators 6-3 Saturday night behind a career-best five-point game (two goals, three assists) by Mitch Marner. Toronto has won 3 in a row and I like their chances here tonight. They have an excellent 17 wins at home but lost 2-0 to Tampa Bay on Jan. 2 at Air Canada Centre. Toronto has outscored its last six opponents 21-9. This game should offer nonstop action, and the edge lies in special teams and goaltending. Toronto's Frederik Andersen has my vote for league MVP right now. And with Andersen acting as the neutralizer, Auston Matthews and William Nylanders can more than match Tampa's ample star power. Take Toronto tonight to even the season series. 4* |
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