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03-12-19 | Blazers v. Clippers UNDER 232 | Top | 125-104 | Win | 100 | 30 h 15 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Blazers/Clippers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling. The Clippers come in off a satisfying, high-scoring beatdown of the Celtics just last night. LA has now won five straight, but one has to wonder when the eventual letdown will occur? I think tonight. The Blazers broke a three-game slide with a win over the Suns last time out and I expect them to come out and try to control this contest from the outset. Key Trends: - Portland has seen the total go under the number in six of seven this year after allowing 110 points or more in three straight games. - LA has seen the total go under in six of seven this season in trying to revenge a SU loss vs. an opponent as a home favorite. The verdict: Expect a battle and for this one to fall firmly under the number once the final horn sounds! |
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03-12-19 | Pittsburgh v. Boston College -1 | 80-70 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Boston College (7:00 EST). Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. BC forward Jarius Hamilton finished with 11 points in a 66-57 win over the Panthers at home on February 12th. Last year BC made some noise as a No. 12 seed by winning two games. It returns some of that experience and I think it’ll be more than enough to dispatch the lowly Panthers, who went 1-13 their last 14 down the stretch. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh is just 4-13 ATS this year revenging a loss vs. an opponent. - BC is 3-1 ATS this year after three straight losses against conference rivals. - The Eagles are 6-2 ATS in their last eight after scoring 60 points or less. The verdict: Pittsburgh is a disaster. Play on BC! |
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03-12-19 | Wake Forest v. Miami-FL -7.5 | Top | 71-79 | Win | 100 | 20 h 34 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Miami Florida. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Impotent offense. The Deacons have lost three straight, scoring fewer than 60 points in each. These teams split a pair of games, but in the Deacons 65-64 win in the second game (after the Hurricanes took the first one 76-65), Miami went cold in the second half of that one, missing its final ten shots while blowing a ten-point lead in the final two minutes. Key Trends: - Wake Forest is 0-5 ATS in its last five as a neural four underdog or pick. - Miami Florida is 3-1 ATS this year revenging a road loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: I think Miami’s superior defense proves to be too much for this poor Wake Forest offensive attack. Lay the points! |
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03-11-19 | Oakland v. Northern Kentucky -5.5 | 63-64 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 15 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on UNK. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Neutral site dominance. For the Norse that is. These teams split a pair of games this year and while the Grizzlies closed the campaign strong, UNK was 24-8 overall and it’s 10-1 ATS in its last 11neutral site affairs. Key Trends: - Oakland is just 10-21 ATS in its last 31 following an ATS loss. - The Norse are 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 after scoring 90 points or more in their previous game. The verdict: Oakland struggled on the road this year, going just 6-10. I have a hard time seeing the Grizzlies keeping pace down the stretch. Lay the points! |
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03-11-19 | Ohio v. Northern Illinois -4 | Top | 61-80 | Win | 100 | 29 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Northern Illinois. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. This is just a bad matchup for the Bobcats, who lost both regular season meetings to the Huskies. Sometimes the “revenge factor,” is crucial, other times though it just doesn’t work. And that’s the case here in my opinion. Key Trends: - Ohio is 3-8 ATS this year as a road underdog or pick. - NIU is a perfect 3-0 ATS this season off a road win vs. a conference rival. - The Huskies are 11-5 ATS this year after after playing a game as an underdog. The verdict: As mentioned off the top, this is just a terrible spot for matchup for the Bobcats. Lay the points! |
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03-11-19 | Thunder v. Jazz -3 | Top | 98-89 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 46 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Utah Jazz. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home floor advantage. I think it’s significant here. Both teams are scuffling. The Thunder have lost six of eight and the Jazz have lost two straight. This is a big game as far as the standings are concerned and I believe that home floor is the difference in the end. Key Trends: - OKC is just 5-8 ATS in its last 13 after allowing 110 points or more in three straight games. - Utah is 6-2 ATS in its last eight after failing to cover in four or five of the last six vs. the spread. - The Jazz are 6-2 ATS in their last eight revenging a close loss vs. an opponent of three points or less. The verdict: Home floor advantage. The revenge factor. Lay the points! |
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03-11-19 | Kings v. Wizards UNDER 241.5 | 115-121 | Win | 100 | 27 h 47 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Kings/Wizards. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. Both teams still have playoff aspirations, so each comes in equally as “hungry” for a victory. However the Kings rolled to a relatively simple 102-94 win on the road in New York in their latest outing, while the Wizards fell 135-130 in OT on the road in Minnesota on Saturday night. I think the Wiz come in dog tired here in the opener of their home stand. And previous to their latest win, the Kings had lost three of four, so they can take anything for granted here either. Key Trends: - The Kings have seen the total go under the number in eight of 11 as a road underdog of six points or less. - Sacramento has seen the total go under in 17 of 23 this season after a non-conference game. - Washington has seen the total go under the number in nine of its last 12 off a cover there it lost the game SU as an underdog. The verdict: Expect a hard fought battle and for this total to stay well “under” the number once the final horn sounds! |
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03-10-19 | Suns v. Warriors OVER 234.5 | 115-111 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 31 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the over Suns/Warriors. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Terrible defense. For the Suns that is. The Warriors will look to take advantage of a Suns side which comes in off a 129-119 road loss in Portland. The Suns allow an average of 115.8 PPG, which ranks 28th in the league. Note that Golden State is the highest scoring team in the league by averaging 118.3 PPG. Key Trends: - The Suns have seen the total go over the number in seven of 11 already this year after covering four or five of their last six vs. the spread. - The Warriors have seen the total go over in 18 of 23 already this season after a win by ten points or more. The verdict: The writing is on the wall and a high-scoring shootout is in the cards. Play the over! |
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03-10-19 | Rockets v. Mavs +8 | Top | 94-93 | Win | 100 | 25 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Dallas. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. The Rockets have been on a tear of late. It all started with a big win at Oracle Arena over the Warriors and since then Houston has gone on to win seven straight in total. I think Houston comes in complacent here finally after the stretch of intensity. The Mavericks have lost four straight, but a little home cooking is just what the doctor ordered in my opinion. I’m not calling for the upset, but everything points to a war. Key Trends: - Houston is just 9-15 ATS in its last 24 as a road favorite of 6.5 to 12 points. - Dallas is 21-11 ATS sat home. - The Mavericks are 25-15 ATS this year in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: I smell an upset. That said, I’ll grab the ample points! |
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03-10-19 | SMU v. South Florida -3 | Top | 77-71 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on USF. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Seniors night. The Bulls broke a three-game slide last time out with a 75-70 win over Tulane on Wednesday. USF now looks to take advantage of a SMU team which took its best shot, but still came up short in a 90-79 road loss to Houston on Thursday (the Mustangs fourth straight loss.) Key Trends: - SMU is just 2-8 ATS in its last ten as a road underdog of six points or less or pick. - SMU is a poor 5-12 ATS this year following a conference game. - USF is 5-1 ATS at home this year as a home favorite of six points or less or pick. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay the points! |
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03-09-19 | Hornets v. Bucks -12.5 | Top | 114-131 | Win | 100 | 28 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Milwaukee Bucks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. The Hornets are currently in ninth spot in the East. Charlotte comes in off a hard-fought 113-112 home win over Washington just last night though, so I’m expecting a predictable letdown here. Key Trends: - The Bucks are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 when playing on one days rest. - Milwaukee is 14-6-1 ATS in its last 21 vs. teams with a losing SU record. - Charlotte is a poor 1-4 ATS in its last five when playing the second game of a back-to-back. The verdict: This one has blow-out written all over it. The Hornets are just too thin and they’re now “dog tired.” Look for the deeper home side to throttle their underdog visiting side tonight! |
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03-09-19 | Vanderbilt +15 v. LSU | Top | 59-80 | Loss | -115 | 28 h 46 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Vanderbilt. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Vandy lost this game at home 88-78 on February 20th. The Commodores enter off a humbling 84-48 home loss to Arkansas. This has been the worst season in school history, but I expect it to come in under the radar here. LSU enters off an exhausting 79-78 OT win on the road over Florida and a small letdown here is imminent in my opinion. Outright victory? Of course not. I just think the home side gets caught looking past and leaves the back door open. Key Trends: - Vandy is 18-10 ATS in its last 28 as a road dog or pick. - The Commodores are 6-3 ATS this season off a loss by ten points or more to a conference rival. - LSU is only 7-8 ATS this year as a home favorite or pick. The verdict: Grab the points in a closer than expected war! |
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03-09-19 | TCU v. Texas -7 | 69-56 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 16 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Texas. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. I think it works here as the home side looks to close the regular season with a win and to avenge an earlier setback to the Horned Frogs. TCU won the first meeting 65-61, but I think it comes out flat here off three straight losses. With a shot at finishing at .500 in league play as well, look for the home side to pull away down the stretch. Key Trends: - TCU is just 1-6 ATS in its last seven following a SU loss. - Texas is 6-2 ATS in its last eight vs. teams with a winning SU record. The verdict: The Longhorns come in off a humbling loss to Texas Tech, but they rebound big here in this favorable situation. Lay it! |
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03-08-19 | Nuggets v. Warriors OVER 234 | 105-122 | Loss | -107 | 29 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the over Nuggets/Warriors. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. They’re going to be extremely high for both sides. In fact, expect this one to have a “playoff like” feel to it. Golden State has lost five of its last eight and just got crushed at home by Boston. Denver broke a three-game slide against the lowly Lakers, but they’ll want to keep the foot on the gas here and to also avenge a blowout loss at home to Golden State earlier in the year. I’m expecting a faster paced shootout here. Key Trends: - Denver has seen the total go over the number in nine of its last 11 in revenging a home loss vs. an opponent of ten or more points. - Golden State has seen the total go over in seven of its last ten home games when the total is greater than or equal to 230. The verdict: I’m expecting each team to push the pace from start to finish. I’m also expecting this total to fly over sooner, rather than later! |
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03-08-19 | St. Joe's v. VCU -12.5 | 63-75 | Loss | -108 | 28 h 52 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on VCU. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Improved seeding in the NCAA tourney. The Rams are heading to the dance even if they stumble in the conference tournament. However, if they close with a 12th straight win to end the regular season, their net ranking would increase significantly (note that the Hawks are 0-3 at VCU since the Rams joined the A-10.) Key Trends: - VCU is 7-1 ATS in its last eight following an ATS victory. - The Rams are 6-1 ATS in their last seven as a home favorite. - The Hawks are 2-5 ATS in their last seven as a road dog. The verdict: Expect VCU to lay the hammer down on seniors night. Lay the points! |
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03-08-19 | Pistons v. Bulls +4 | Top | 112-104 | Loss | -115 | 27 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chicago Bulls. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Pistons have already taken both previous meetings. Detroit is playing much better of late and comes to town having won three straight. However the Bulls have also been performing better over the last two months and they enter off a confidence building last second home win over the 76ers. Chicago has been one of the highest scoring offensive teams in the league over the last month and I don’t expect it to go down without a fight today. Key Trends: - Detroit is still just 4-6 ATS vs. division opponents. - The Pistons are only 8-10 ATS this year off a home victory. - Chicago is a solid 15-10 ATS this season revenging a loss vs. an opponent of ten points or more. The verdict: In a contest which I see coming right down to the wire, I’ll recommend grabbing the points! |
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03-08-19 | Miami-FL +10.5 v. Virginia Tech | Top | 70-84 | Loss | -108 | 26 h 53 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Miami Florida. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. VT posted an 82-70 road win in the first matchup earlier in the year. Both teams enter this final regular season game moving in opposite directions as well. The Hurricanes are off a 76-63 home win vs. Pittsburgh, while VT lost 73-64 at FSU. Key Trends: - Miami Florida is 15-8 ATS in its last 23 in revenging a loss vs. an opponent. - VT is just 4-6 ATS in its last ten as a home favorite or pick. - The Hokies are only 5-10 ATS this season following a conference game. The verdict: Expect the Hurricanes to go down fighting and grab all those points! |
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03-07-19 | SMU +14 v. Houston | 79-90 | Win | 100 | 26 h 27 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on SMU. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Houston got shocked 69-64 to UCF to fall to 14-2 within the AAC in its last outing and I think it comes in still mentally caught up on that setback. SMU lost 67-55 to Wichita State in its latest outing, but it plays with revenge here after falling 69-58 at home in the first meeting. I think SMU finally catches the Cougars at the right time. Outright? I’m not saying that, but the conditions are certainly right for a much more competitive affair than what this spread would suggest. Key Trends: - SMU is 5-1 ATS in its last six after scoring 55 points or less. - Houston is just 1-3 ATS in its last four off an upset loss to a conference rival as a favorite. The verdict: I think that SMU catches Houston off guard and I look for the revenge-minded Mustangs to put up a fight until the end. Grab the points! |
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03-07-19 | Indiana v. Illinois -2 | Top | 92-74 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Illinois. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. This is an important game for both schools as far as the standings are concerned, so from an overall “motivational” stand point, we’ll call this one a “wash.” However, Illinois clearly plays with the added incentive of “revenge.” Illinois has lost six of the last seven in this series, including the last two. And that includes the first meeting this year on the road, 73-65 on January 3rd. Key Trends: - Indiana is just 4-7 ATS on the road. - The Hoosiers are only 2-3 ATS this year off a win vs. a conference rival. - Illinois is already 4-0 ATS this year in revenging a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold said some one at some point history. Great situational play, lay the points! |
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03-06-19 | Mavs +5.5 v. Wizards | 123-132 | Loss | -105 | 26 h 2 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Dallas Mavericks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. These are two terrible teams. The Mavericks come in off a 127-88 loss on the road in Brooklyn. The Mavs though took the first meeting of the season between the clubs 119-100 at home back in early November and I expect another battle here as well vs. a Wizards team which comes in off a satisfying and rare 135-121 home win over the Wolves. Key Trends: - Dallas is 23-16 ATS as an underdog this season. - The Mavs are a perfect 4-0 ATS this year off a road blowout loss of 20 or more points this season. - The Wizards are a brutal 1-7 ATS this season when playing with two days rest. The verdict: After losing their last two games by a combined 69 points, look for the Mavericks to lay everything on the line in the Nation’s capital on Wednesday night. Grab the points! |
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03-06-19 | Heat v. Hornets -2.5 | Top | 91-84 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Charlotte. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation mode. Charlotte’s taken both earlier meetings with Miami, but I don’t think that the revenge factor comes into play here because of the overall situation that the Hornets find themselves in. Charlotte is tied for the final playoff spot in the East and it’ll be desperate to break a string of futility which has seen it win just once in its last five games. The Heat come in off back-to-back wins and look primed for a predictable letdown. Key Trends: - Miami is just 2-10 ATS vs. the division this season. - The Heat are only 5-8 ATS this year trying to revenge a road loss vs. an opponent. - The Hornets are 7-4 ATS vs. division opponents. - Charlotte is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 after having lost three of their last four games. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay the points! |
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03-06-19 | LSU +1.5 v. Florida | Top | 79-78 | Win | 100 | 26 h 55 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on LSU. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. LSU lost 82-77 in OT at home to the Gators just last month. Both teams are hungry for a win here, but I think the “revenge” angle works in this one. Key Trends: - LSU is already 4-1 ATS this year as a road underdog or pick. - The Tigers are 11-5 ATS vs. conference opponents. - LSU is 6-2 ATS this season revenging a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Play on LSU! |
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03-06-19 | Missouri +3.5 v. Georgia | 64-39 | Win | 100 | 25 h 26 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Missouri. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. These are two terrible teams. Missouri is in 12th place in the SEC standings with a 4-12 record. Georgia is second to last in the conference and it’s won just two of its first 16 conference games. Missouri though comes in off a confidence building 78-63 upset win over South Carolina and I expect it to carry that momentum over here. The Bulldogs won’t be going down without a fight either obviously and they come in off an upset win of their own in Florida. The stage is set for this one to be decided by whichever of these hungry sides has its hands on the ball last. Key Trends: - Missouri is 6-2 ATS in its last eight off a home win vs. a conference rival. - Georgia is just 7-9 ATS vs. the conference. - The Bulldogs are still only 7-10 ATS in their last 17 as a home favorite of six points or less or pick. The verdict: Everything points to an all out war between these two bottom feeders. Grab the points! |
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03-05-19 | Rockets +4 v. Raptors | Top | 107-95 | Win | 100 | 27 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Houston Rockets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. These teams played in Houston and the Rockets held on for a 121-119 victory. I expect a similar hard-fought battle until the final horn and will therefore recommend grabbing as many points as you can. Key Trends: - Houston is 3-1 ATS in its last four off a win by ten points or more as an underdog. - The Raptors are just 14-18 ATS at home this season - Toronto is only 20-30 ATS as a favorite this year. The verdict: Grab the points, expect a war! |
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03-05-19 | North Carolina v. Boston College +11 | Top | 79-66 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 49 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Boston College. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Role of spoiler. I think the Eagles get motivated to play spoiler here. UNC is in a heated battle for the No. 1 spot in the conference, but an outright loss today would sink those hopes. The Tar Heels have defeated four ranked teams during their six game win streak, so would anyone fault them for having a bit of a mental letdown here?! Great play from a situational stand points. Key Trends: - North Carolina is just 6-10 ATS in its last 16 off three straight victories vs. conference rivals. - Boston College is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 when playing with one or less days rest. - The Eagles are 7-1 ATS this season after playing two consecutive games as an underdog. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a battle until the end! |
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03-04-19 | Mavs v. Nets -5 | Top | 88-127 | Win | 100 | 27 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brooklyn Nets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Both teams have looked great at times this year, but each comes in struggling. The Mavs most recently lost 111-81 at home to Memphis on Saturday, while Brooklyn enters off a 117-88 setback to Miami. The Nets are still sixth in the Eastern conference, but after dropping ten of their last 15, enough is enough! Note as well that Brooklyn plays with the added incentive of revenge here after falling 119-113 in the first matchup in Dallas back on November 21st. Key Trends: - Brooklyn is 7-1 ATS in its last eight vs. the West. - The Mavericks are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven after allowing 100 or more points in their previous game. The verdict: Look for the desperate Nets to pull away down the stretch. Lay the points! |
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03-04-19 | Virginia v. Syracuse +6.5 | Top | 79-53 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 35 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Syracuse. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Still on the bubble. The Orange are likely in, but another signature victory over the No. 1 team would clearly “seal the deal.” Syracuse got back on track this weekend with a 79-54 win over Wake Forest and I think it carries that momentum over here at home. Key Trends: - Virginia is just 2-3 ATS in its last five after two straight covers as a double digit favorite. - Syracuse is 6-2 ATS this year following a road game. - The Orange are 5-2 ATS in their last seven after scoring 75 points or more in two straight games. The verdict: I’m banking on this one coming right down to the wire. Grab the points! |
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03-03-19 | Michigan -1.5 v. Maryland | Top | 69-62 | Win | 100 | 24 h 31 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Michigan. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. I think the Wolverines keep the foot on the gas here. Michigan bounced back from a tough home loss to MSU to destroy Nebraska 82-53 in its most recent action. The Wolverines come in confident after that win, but also because the first time these teams met they won handily 65-52 at home. Key Trends: - The home teams is just 1-4 ATS in the last five in this series. - Michigan is 21-8-1 ATS in its last 40 vs. teams with a winning percentage above .600. - The Wolverines are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven following a SU win of more than 20 points. The verdict: The Wolverines won’t be taking the Terps (14-2 at home) lightly here. Expect Michigan though to improve upon its 13-5 ATS record in its last 18 on the road. Play on Michigan! |
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03-03-19 | Rockets v. Celtics -2.5 | Top | 115-104 | Loss | -105 | 23 h 21 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Celtics. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. The Rockets have been playing great and they’ve been looking better with Chris Paul getting healthier every time they take the floor. But after their exhausting 121-118 come from behind home win over Miami on Thursday, in which James Harden poured in 58 points, I think the visitors come to town flat footed. The Celtics clearly don’t have that luxury though as their most recent win at home over the Wizards broke a four-game slide. Key Trends: - Houston is just 6-19 ATS this year after scoring 115 points or more in its previous contest. - Boston is 10-2 ATS at home this season as a home favorite of six points or less. - The Celtics are 8-4 ATS this year revenging a loss where the opponent scored 100 or more points in. The verdict: Home floor is the big difference maker tonight. Lay the points! |
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03-02-19 | Boise State v. UNLV -2.5 | Top | 81-85 | Win | 100 | 29 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on UNLV. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. Boise State comes in with zero momentum after four straight losses. The Rebels look to take advantage and they have history on their side as well, as they took the first meeting between the schools by 11 points earlier in the year. Key Trends: - Boise State is just 4-5 ATS as an underdog this year. - The Broncos are 1-8 ATS in their last nine trying to revenge a same season loss vs. an opponent. - UNLV is 4-1 ATS in its last fie off a road loss vs. a conference rival. The verdict: Expect home court to be the difference here. Lay the points, expect a rout! |
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03-02-19 | Lakers v. Suns +6.5 | Top | 109-118 | Win | 100 | 28 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Phoenix Suns. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. Both teams played and lost last night. The Suns lost 130-116 at home, while the Lakers lost 131-120 at home to the Bucks. I can’t say for certain at this point that LA really is that much better than Phoenix is. The Suns benefit from the home court advantage in the second game of the back-to-back scenario and I believe that’s the difference today. Key Trends: - LA is just 5-11 ATS in its last 16 as a road favorite. - Phoenix is 6-2 ATS in its last eight as a home underdog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Suns are 3-1 ATS in their last four after scoring 110 points or more in three straight games. The verdict: Expect this one to come right down to the wire. Grab the points! |
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03-02-19 | LSU v. Alabama +1 | 74-69 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 52 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Alabama. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - On the bubble. The home side is on the bubble and it’ll be out to play spoiler here as well vs. LSU, which is in a three-way tie for first place. The dual motivational factors working in favor of the Tide are the difference in my opinion. Key Trends: - LSU is just 10-11 ATS as a favorite this year. - Alabama is 4-1 ATS in its last vie as a home underdog of six points or less or pick. The verdict: Outright victory? Of course. That said, grab the points! |
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03-01-19 | Blazers v. Raptors UNDER 227.5 | Top | 117-119 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 26 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Blazers/Raptors. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Two defensive units “firing on all cylinders.” The Blazers have won five straight and the Raptors have won eight of nine. Both teams come in as arguably the tops in their respective conferences at the moment. When these teams met back on December 14th in Portland, the Blazers came away with the 128-122 victory. But that was then and this is now. These teams have been getting the job done lately with tough defensive play and I expect that trend to carry over here (Blazers won 97-92 in Boston last time out and the Raptors dominated in a 118-95 win over the Celtics in their latest action.) Key Trends: - Portland has seen the total go under the number in five of its last six off three or more consecutive road wins. - Toronto has seen the total go under in 14 of its last 20 off a win by the points or more over a division rival. The verdict: Expect a battle until the end and for this one to fall under once it’s all said and done! |
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03-01-19 | Marist +2 v. Fairfield | Top | 44-59 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Marist. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Everything to play for. For Marist that is. The Red Foxes had won four in a row, but they come in having lost two straight. Marist is looking to improve upon its seventh place standing and break the slide. A date vs. the Stags, who are next to last in the conference is just what the doctor ordered to get back on track. Key Trends: - Marist is 5-1 ATS in its last six road games. - Marist is 4-1 ATS in its last five following a SU loss. - Fairfield is just 1-4 ATS in its last five vs. the conference. The verdict: I’m banking on the “hungrier” team getting the job done. That said, grab the points! |
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02-28-19 | Jazz v. Nuggets -5.5 | Top | 111-104 | Loss | -115 | 30 h 1 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Denver Nuggets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. At this time of the year, it’s a significant detrimental factor that can’t be ignored. The Jazz had to fight tooth and nail and come from behind to knock off the Clippers at home just last night. I expect the Nuggets to put the foot on the gas from start to finish in this one. Key Trends: - Utah is just 4-6 ATS this year when playing on back-to-back days. - Denver is 20-8 ATS this season as a home favorite. - The Nuggets are 7-2 ATS this year vs. divisional foes. The verdict: Expect the home side to take full advantage. Lay the points! |
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02-28-19 | Elon v. James Madison -7.5 | Top | 73-58 | Loss | -105 | 26 h 21 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on James Madison. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. At times it can be a real, almost tangible factor. Especially in sports. James Madison has been a disaster for the most part all year, but it enters of a confidence building 104-99 OT win over conference-leading Hofstra. Elon has won just five of 16 conference games this year. Key Trends: - Elon is only 8-13 ATS as an underdog this year. - James Madison is 4-1 ATS in trying to revenge a same season loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: The Dukes also play with revenge here! Lay the points, this one has blowout written all over it! |
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02-27-19 | Rockets v. Hornets +4 | Top | 118-113 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 32 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Charlotte Hornets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation time. The Hornets have dropped two straight and four of their last five. They now hold just a narrow half-game lead over Orlando for the Southeast Division lead and the final playoff spot in the East. The Rockets enter complacent after back-to-back wins. Key Trends: - Houston is just 11-19 ATS on the road. - The Rockets are only 8-13 ATS in non-conference games. - The Hornets are 3-1 ATS as a home underdog of six points or less. The verdict: I think the “hungrier” team wins here. That said, grab the points! |
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02-27-19 | UCF v. South Florida +1.5 | Top | 75-63 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 26 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on South Florida. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Bulls are 17-9 and eager for a win here after falling 71-59 to Houston on the road in their most recent action. The Golden Knights are off a smash down 95-48 victory over SMU, but the home side plays with the added “revenge factor” after losing the first game of the year 78-65 on the road. “Revenge” works in this one. Key Trends: - UCF is just 4-6 ATS in its last ten as a road favorite or pick. - The Knights are just 5-9 ATS in their last 14 off a win by ten points or more vs. a conference rival. - USF is already 10-3 ATS this year in revenging a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Clearly I wouldn’t be shocked by the outright upset. That said, grab the points! |
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02-26-19 | Celtics v. Raptors -4 | Top | 95-118 | Win | 100 | 28 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Toronto Raptors. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home floor advantage. It’s undeniable in this matchup, as note that the home team has won each of the last ten in this series SU, while also covering in 23 of the last 32. Key Trends: - Boston is just 3-4 ATS this year as a road dog of six points or less. - The Celtics are only 11-17 ATS on the road overall this season. - The Raptors are 3-1 ATS in their last four following a home loss. The verdict: A loss to Orlando broke a seven-game win streak, but the Raptors clearly got caught looking ahead to this one. With the home side putting its full focus onto the task at hand, I’m expecting a blowout. Lay the points! |
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02-26-19 | Akron +13 v. Buffalo | Top | 64-77 | Push | 0 | 27 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Akron. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Underrated defense. For the Zips that is. Admittedly Akron has difficulties scoring (averaging just 69.5 PPG), but the Zips are among the best in the country on the other end of the court, limiting the opposition to just 62.6 PPG, which is ranked 15th in the nation. The Bulls come in complacent here after a five-game win streak. Key Trends: - Akron is 6-1 ATS as an underdog this year. - Buffalo is just 2-5 ATS in its last seven as a home favorite in the 12.5 to 15 points range. - The Bulls are just 2-4 ATS this year off a home win vs. a conference rival. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected. Grab the generous amount of points! |
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02-25-19 | Kansas State v. Kansas -5 | Top | 49-64 | Win | 100 | 28 h 29 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Kansas. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. I think the “revenge” angle does in fact work here (the Jayhawks lost 74-67 on the road in this matchup on February 5th.) It’s a big game for both sides, but home floor advantage, combined with the revenge factor become my “key angles” for this contest. Key Trends: - K-State is a poor 1-5 ATS this year off a home win by ten points or more. - The Wildcats are just 1-3 ATS this season after allowing 50 points or less in their previous outing. - Kansas is 3-1 ATS this year off a loss vs. a conference rival. The verdict: The Jayhawks have been dealing with a slew of injuries, but they’re getting healthier with the recent return of Marcus Garrett. I’m banking on the situational and trend based factors working in favor of Kansas that I’ve listed above to prove to be the difference makers here. Lay it! |
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02-25-19 | Spurs v. Nets -1.5 | Top | 85-101 | Win | 100 | 27 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. The Spurs played and lost just last night in New York. San Antonio is now just 1-6 on its annual rodeo road trip. The Nets on the other hand come in brimming with confidence after their road win over the Hornets. Key Trends: - Brooklyn is 6-1 ATS in its last seven vs. the Western Conference. - The Nets are 7-2 ATS in their last nine vs. teams with winning SU records. - The Spurs are just 1-4 ATS in their last five road games vs. teams with winning SU home records. The verdict: In my opinion, this line could/should easily be much larger. Lay the short points, expect a rout! |
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02-24-19 | Loyola-Chicago v. Southern Illinois -1 | Top | 53-63 | Win | 100 | 21 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Southern Illinois. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Looking to play spoiler and to avenge an earlier loss. The Salukis play with both motivational factors tonight. The Ramblers will fall into second in the conference behind Missouri State with a loss here today. Southern Illinois would love to play spoiler, but it’s also out to atone for a lacklustre 25 points loss in Loyola Chicago earlier in the year. Key Trends: - Loyola Chicago is just 4-5 ATS this year off a win vs. a conference rival. - The Ramblers are a poor 8-14 ATS this season after playing a game as a favorite. - The Salukis are 5-1 ATS in their last six as a home favorite of three points or less or pick. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on Southern Illinois! |
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02-24-19 | Magic +9.5 v. Raptors | Top | 113-98 | Win | 100 | 21 h 48 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. The Raptors come in off a highly satisfying 120-117 home win over the Spurs and ex Toronto player DeMar DeRozan. It was Toronto’s seventh straight win. Orlando had won five in a row before a 110-109 loss to the Bulls on Friday. I think Orlando comes in as the “hungrier” team. Note that it won 116-87 at home over Toronto on December 28th. Key Trends: - Orlando is 5-1 ATS this year after scoring 105 points or more in four straight games. - Toronto is just 8-11 ATS as a home favorite this year. - The Raptors are only 1-3 ATS this season revenging a road loss vs. an opponent of ten points or more. The verdict: No outright victory, but closer than expected. Grab the points! |
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02-23-19 | Rockets v. Warriors -8 | Top | 118-112 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Golden State Warriors. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Moving in opposite directions. When Stephen Curry returned from injury, the Warriors regained their Championship swagger almost immediately. After losing in Portland to close the first half, the defending champs bounced back with a win over the Kings on Thursday. The Rockets on the other hand have officially been “grounded.” Undermanned and stretched all year, Houston is running out of gas after losing three of four, including two in a row to the Lakers and Wolves. Key Trends: - Houston is just 10-19 ATS on the road this year. - The Rockets are just 2-7 ATS in their last nine after tow or more consecutive road losses. - Golden State is playing with revenge today as well and it’s 3-1 ATS already this year revering a home loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: I think that the home side will be out to send a message and I look for it to put the foot on the gas from start to finish. Lay the points! |
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02-23-19 | Georgia v. Ole Miss -11 | Top | 71-72 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 45 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Mississippi. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Out of gas. Georgia that is. The Bulldog almost erased a 17-point second half deficit vs. Mississippi State last Wednesday, but it would fall just short 68-67 in the end. Ole Miss has been one of the biggest surprises in the country after going 12-20 last year. I think the home side takes advantage of the situation. Key Trends: - Georgia is just 1-5 ATS in its last six on the road. - The Bulldogs are just 1-4 ATS in their last five road games vs. teams with winning home records. - The Rebels are 6-2 ATS in their last eight home games vs. teams with losing road records. The verdict: The Bulldogs have been terrible on the road during league play and I have a hard time seeing them mustering much of an attack here vs. the Ole Miss swarming defense. Lay the points! |
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02-22-19 | Davidson v. Rhode Island +1 | Top | 75-66 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 6 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Rhode Island. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For Davidson that is. The Wildcats three losses in conference play have come by a combined five points and they’re now likely going to miss the Tournament. They enter off a brutal 74-73 home loss to Dayton last time out and I think they come in still mentally “hung up” off that setback. Key Trends: - Davidson is just 4-5 ATS on the road. - The Wildcats are only 3-4 ATS in their last seven vs. teams with losing records. - Rhode Island is still 22-17 ATS in its last 39 at home. - The Rams are 5-1 ATS in their last six revenging a loss vs. an opponent of ten points or more. The verdict: No big surprise to learn that Rhode Island lost at Davidson earlier in the year. The Rams won’t be lacking for motivation here though as they look to break a four-game slide and play spoiler at the same time. Grab the points! |
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02-22-19 | Spurs +8.5 v. Raptors | Top | 117-120 | Win | 100 | 27 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the San Antonio Spurs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. Whether DeMar DeRozan plays or not, I like the Spurs to come in “under the radar” here and to keep this one interesting until the final moments. When these teams met in San Antonio back on January 3rd, the Spurs scored the easy 125-107 victory. The Spurs got back into the winners circle with a win on the road vs. Memphis before the break and I think they carry that momentum over here. Key Trends: - San Antonio is already 2-0 ATS this year off a road win against a division rival. - The Spurs are 23-17 ATS this year vs. good offensive teams which score 106 plus points per game. - Toronto is just 13-15 ATS as a home favorite this season. - The Raptors are only 10-12 ATS in their last 22 non-conference games. The verdict: Look for the visitors to take this one right down to the wire. Grab all those points! |
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02-21-19 | Celtics +5.5 v. Bucks | Top | 97-98 | Win | 100 | 27 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Celtics. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. I think the Bucks come out flat here. Giannis Antetokounmpo looked like a lock to win the All Star MVP, and then he got roasted by Kevin Durant and Team Lebron in the second half. I think the Greek Freak is still hung up on that disappointment. Kyrie Irving returns for Boston here and I’m expecting a battle until the end. Key Trends: - Boston is 9-5 ATS in its last 14 when playing with three days rest. - Milwaukee is just 3-10 ATS in its last 13 when playing with three or more days rest. The verdict: Grab the points, expect a war! |
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02-21-19 | Georgia State v. Appalachian State +2 | Top | 80-75 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 48 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Appalachian State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Both teams come in off victories. Georgia State beat South Alabama 90-81 at home on Friday, while App State got the better of Coastal Carolina 88-79. The Mountaineers though won’t be lacking for motivation tonight as they look to defend home court, to build off their latest victory, and to avenge a 71-58 road loss in the first matchup between the schools back on January 11th. Key Trends: - Georgia State is already just 1-3 ATS in its last four as a road favorite of six points or less or pick. - Georgia State is 0-3 ATS this season after two or more straight SU home wins. - App State is 5-1 ATS in its last six after allowing 75 points or more in two straight games. The verdict: Clearly the outright isn’t out of the question. Still…grab the points! |
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02-20-19 | Illinois State v. Indiana State -1.5 | 50-73 | Win | 100 | 25 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Indiana State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. This is an important game for both teams. The Sycamores are 13-13 overall, while Illinois State is 14-13. Illinois State though is just 2-8 SU on the road, while Indiana State is 7-5 SU at home. The difference comes in the “revenge factor” in this one though in my opinion, after falling 76-62 loss at Illinois State at the end of January. Key Trends: - Indiana State is 7-2 ATS in its last nine home games after scoring 58 points or less in its last contest (fell 79-57 to SIU). - The Redbirds are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight after scoring 60 points or less in their last contest (Illinois State has lost four straight, including a 65-59 loss to Bradley last time out.) The verdict: This one has all the makings of a blowout. Lay the points! |
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02-20-19 | Evansville +11 v. Loyola-Chicago | Top | 58-70 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 9 m | Show |
It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. The Purple Aces come in having lost eight of their last ten, including four straight. Loyola Chicago is 16-11 overall, including 11-4 at home. Evansville though scored the 67-48 home win over the Ramblers on January 8th and I don’t think the Purple Aces will go down without a fight tonight either. Key Trends: - Evansville is 7-2 ATS in its last nine after scoring 60 points or less in its previous contest (lost 73-58 to UNI.) - The Purple Aces are 6-1 ATS in their last seven conference road games following a four games or more losing streak. - The Ramblers are just 2-7 ATS in their last nine conference home games following a two games or longer losing streak. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected. Grab the points! |
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02-20-19 | Mississippi State v. Georgia +6.5 | 68-67 | Win | 100 | 25 h 40 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Georgia. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. Missisippi State is 18-7 and Georgia is 10-15. Mississippi State comes in off a 77-67 road win over Arkansas, while Georgia enters off a tough 83-79 setback to LSU at home in its most recent action. The Bulldogs come in as the “hungrier” team though as they’ve lost six straight. I think this game will be more competitive than what the oddsmakers are trying to lead us to believe. Key Trends: - Mississippi State is just 1-4 ATS in its last five road games following a conference road win over ten points or more. - The Georgia Bulldogs are 7-2 ATS in their last nine conference home games following a five games or more losing streak. - Georgia is 5-1 ATS in its last six following a conference loss of four points or less. The verdict: I think the “hungrier” home side takes this one down to the wire. Grab the points! |
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02-19-19 | Nebraska v. Penn State -3.5 | 71-95 | Win | 100 | 26 h 31 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Penn State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation mode. Both teams are hungry for a victory, so neither side is “hungrier” than the other. Nebraska still has a lot of work to do before any chance at the Tournament. The Nittany Lions though are desperate to move out of the Big Ten cellar. Penn State comes in off a 74-64 loss at Purdue on Saturday, covering the spread. Previous to that the Lions upset No. 6 Michigan 75-69. The Huskers have lost three straight on the road and they’re just 1-6 on the road in Big Ten play. Key Trends: - Nebraska is just 2-5 ATS on the road this year. - The Huskers are just 3-11 ATS this season following a conference game. - Penn State is 6-2 ATS in its last eight revenging a same season loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: I don’t think that the home floor advantage can be overlooked as a very real deciding factor in this particular matchup. Lay the points. |
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02-19-19 | Wake Forest +11 v. Notre Dame | Top | 75-68 | Win | 100 | 26 h 31 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Wake Forest. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Both teams come in off losses. Wake fell 95-57 at UNC on Saturday, while ND fell 60-54 to Virginia. The visitors play with “revenge” today though after the Irish posted the 76-71 road win in the only meeting this year. I’m expecting a similar final combined score here as well, and will therefore recommend grabbing as many points as you can. Key Trends: - Wake Forest is 7-3 ATS in its last ten after allowing 75 points or more in three straight games. - Notre Dame is just 5-7 ATS this year as a home favorite or pick. - The Irish are only 4-8 ATS vs. the conference. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. That said (and as noted above), grab the points! |
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02-18-19 | Virginia v. Virginia Tech +6.5 | Top | 64-58 | Win | 100 | 11 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Virginia Tech. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Hokies play with revenge after falling 81-59 on the road in the first matchup between the schools on January 15th. This one “means more” to the 20-5 Hokies and while the outright isn’t out of the question, I’ll recommend grabbing the points in a contest which I envision being decided by whichever of these hungry sides has its hands on the ball last. Key Trends: - Virginia is just 4-6 ATS in its last ten after a victory by six points or less. - Virginia Tech is already 3-1 ATS this season trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. - The Hokies are 7-1 ATS in their last eight revenging a road loss vs. an opponent of ten points or more. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab the points! |
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02-17-19 | Arizona v. Colorado -4 | Top | 60-67 | Win | 100 | 13 h 14 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Colorado. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Arizona is in the midst of its longest losing streak in 14 years. The Buffs on the other hand have won four straight. Colorado’s been much better at home this season as well. The Wildcats have been ravaged by injury and I think they’re ripe for the picking vs. this revenge minded home side. Key Trends: - Arizona is just 1-7 ATS in its last eight as an underdog. - The Wildcats are only 3-5 ATS on the road. - Colorado is 7-5 ATS at home. - The Buffs are 3-1 ATS in their last four off a win vs. a conference rival. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. I’m expecting a blowout from start to finish, so lay the points! |
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02-16-19 | LSU v. Georgia +8.5 | Top | 83-79 | Win | 100 | 23 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Georgia. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. If you’ve followed me for any length of time, then you know that this often becomes my “key angle” for a contest. But in this case, I do absolutely feel that LSU, who enters off a 73-71 road win over Kentucky to move to 10-1 in conference play, will come in complacent and get caught classically “looking past” the Bulldogs, who fell to 1-10 in SEC action after losing to Texas A&M most recently (also note that the home side plays with the added incentive of “revenge” after falling 92-82 in the first matchup on the road.) Key Trends: - LSU is just 3-7 ATS in its last ten as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - Georgia is 10-4 ATS in its last 14 revenging a loss vs. an opponent of ten points or more. The verdict: I’m not calling for the outright, but this one has “nail biter” written all over it. Grab the points! |
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02-16-19 | Penn State v. Purdue -13 | 64-76 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 7 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Purdue. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. This often becomes my “key angle” for a game. Penn State comes in complacent in my opinion after its big 75-69 home upset win over Michigan on Tuesday. The Boilermakers on the other hand come in completely focused on the task at hand after a 70-56 road loss to Maryland. The home side won’t be taking anything for granted here either, as it would need OT to post the 99-90 victory over the Nittany Lions on the road on January 31st. Key Trends: - Penn State is just 3-6 ATS this year trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. - Purdue is 8-2 ATS in its last ten as a home favorite in the 12.5 to 18 points range. - The Boilermakers are 7-2 ATS in their last nine off an upset loss as a favorite. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay the points! |
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02-16-19 | Texas State v. Arkansas-Little Rock +2 | 67-60 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 6 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Arkansas Little Rock. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Revenge. The Bobcats come in complacent here after their 84-74 win on the road over Arkansas State State. The Arkansas Little Rock Trojans look to build off their 56-52 home win over UT Arlington in their previous action and they’re also playing with revenge here after they fell 8-62 at Texas State last month. Key Trends: - Texas State is just 1-2 ATS in its last three off a road win by ten points or more. - Texas State is just 5-15 ATS in its last 20 after successfully covering the spread in two or more consecutive outings. - Arkansas Little Rock is 5-2 ATS in its last seven revenging a road loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold! Grab the points! |
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02-15-19 | Troy State +11 v. Georgia Southern | Top | 51-76 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Troy. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Money in the bank for bettors. Troy is 16-3 ATS in its last 19 off a loss vs. a conference rival. This massively lop-sided “trend” becomes my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - The Trojans are 6-3 ATS in their last nine revenging a home loss vs. an opponent. - The Eagles 11-6 ATS in their last 17 after a win by ten points or more. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected. Grab all those points! |
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02-14-19 | Houston v. Connecticut +8 | Top | 71-63 | Push | 0 | 26 h 54 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on UConn. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. If you’ve followed me for any length of time then you know that this often becomes my “key angle” for a contest. But after starting the year 23-1 and coming on off eight straight victories (including a dominating one over No. 25 Cincinnati last time out), I do indeed feel that the Cougars will come in a tiny bit “content” here. The Huskies though clearly don’t have that luxury at 13-11 and fresh off two back-to-back setbacks to Memphis and Temple. Key Trends: - Houston is just 6-9 ATS in its last 15 after covering four out of its last five vs. the spread. - UConn is already 10-4 ATS at home this season. - The Huskies are 7-3 ATS in their last ten vs. the conference. The verdict: No outright upset, but expect this one to go right down to the wire. So grab the points! |
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02-13-19 | 76ers v. Knicks +9.5 | Top | 126-111 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Knicks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. The 76ers hammered the Lakers, but they’d then fall 112-109 at home to the Celtics just last night. With the visitors expected to rest starters and after that exhausting defeat, I believe “fatigue” is a very real factor working against the 76ers today and it becomes my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is just 11-16 ATS on the road. - The 76ers are a terrible 2-6 ATS this season when playing on back-to-back days. - The Knicks are 11-6 ATS in their last 17 trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: New York may not win this game, but I expect a battle until the end. Grab the points! |
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02-13-19 | Rutgers +5.5 v. Northwestern | Top | 59-56 | Win | 100 | 24 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Rutgers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. Neither team has any of it. Rutgers has lost three straight, while Northwestern has lost four straight. But the Scarlet Knights came very close in last Saturday’s 99-94 OT loss at Illinois. The Wildcats are definitely moving in the other direction though, as evidenced by their 80-79 collapse to Iowa last time out (also note that Rutgers plays with revenge after falling 65-57 at home to Northwestern on January 18th.) Key Trends: - Northwestern is just 1-3-1 ATS in its last five following an ATS win. - The Knights are 7-2 ATS in their last nine trying to revenge a home loss vs. an opponent in which they scored 58 points or less in. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. That said, grab the points! |
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02-13-19 | St. Louis v. George Washington +4 | 73-58 | Loss | -105 | 24 h 53 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on George Washington. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. St. Louis is 15-9 and George Washington is 7-16 so far. Both teams come in off poor losses, but after losing both games in this series last year, I think the Colonials come in as the “hungrier” and more focused side. Key Trends: - The Billikens are only 3-5 SU on the road this year. - Saint Louis is just 5-12 ATS as a favorite this season. - George Washington is 9-5 ATS in its last 14 as an underdog. - The Colonials are already 2-0 ATS this year off a road loss vs. a conference rival. The verdict: In a tighter than expected battle, I’m grabbing the points! |
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02-12-19 | San Diego State v. Colorado State +2 | Top | 71-60 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Colorado State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. This is often my “key angle,” for a contest and for this one it certainly sets up well. SDSU comes in complacent after winning four of its last five. The home side has admittedly struggled this year, but it comes in as the “hungrier” team after losing two in a row and five of its last seven. Key Trends: - SDSU is just 2-5 ATS on the road this year. - The Aztecs are only 1-4 ATS in their last five after a win by six points or less. - Colorado State is 4-1 ATS in its last five as a home underdog of six points or less or pick. The verdict: As stated off the top, I think SDSU gets caught looking past its opponent and I expect the “hungrier” team to find a way in the end. Grab the points! |
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02-12-19 | Celtics +5.5 v. 76ers | Top | 112-109 | Win | 100 | 25 h 18 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Celtics. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. Boston is 35-21 this year, while Philadelphia is 36-20. The 76ers have admittedly been playing better than the Celtics have of late. Philadelphia comes in off a big 143-120 win over the Lakers, while Boston comes in off a poor 123-112 home loss to the Clippers. The Celtics won’t be going down without a fight today, they’ve won 16 of the last 18 in this series and both so far this year as well. The 76ers have the revenge factor and while they may take it in the end, everything points to this one coming “right down to the wire” in my opinion. Key Trends: - Boston is already 10-4 ATS this season after failing to cover three of its last four vs. the spread. - The 76ers are only 2-6 ATS this year after covering four or five their last six vs. the spread. The verdict: This one has all out “battle” written all over it. Grab the points! |
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02-11-19 | Virginia v. North Carolina | Top | 69-61 | Win | 100 | 24 h 24 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Virginia. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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02-10-19 | Magic v. Hawks UNDER 224 | Top | 124-108 | Loss | -107 | 24 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Magic/Hawks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. Both teams were in action just last night. The Hawks were smashed 129-120 at home by Charlotte, while Orlando enters off an upset 103-83 win in Milwaukee. I believe “fatigue” is a major factor that both teams will struggle with tonight and I expect that to lead to a lower-scoring defensive affair in the end. Key Trends: - The Magic have seen the total go under in ten of 16 as a favorite this year. - Orlando has seen the total go under in 14 of 25 after playing a road game. - Atlanta has seen the total go under in four of five already this year when playing on back-to-back days. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play the under! |
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02-10-19 | Cincinnati +5 v. Houston | Top | 58-65 | Loss | -108 | 21 h 33 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Cincinnati. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - First place up for grabs. Houston is ranked No. 12 in the country, while Cincinnati is ranked 25th. These teams though are tied for No. 1 in the AAC, making this the biggest game of the year as far as the conference is concerned. With No. 1 up for grabs, I’m expecting the visitors to fight until the final horn. Key Trends: - Cincinnati is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 off a road win vs. a conference rival. - Houston is only 5-12 ATS in its last 17 off a road victory. The verdict: In a contest which I envision coming down to whichever of these hungry sides has its hands on the ball last, I’m grabbing the points! |
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02-09-19 | Thunder v. Rockets -1.5 | Top | 117-112 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Houston Rockets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home floor advantage. Yes the Rockets are still without Clint Capella and Chris Paul is working through his injury, but I think that James Harden will defend home court today. This is a huge game for the Rockets, who can keep pace with the Blazers in the West, while also closing the gap with the Thunder at the same time. Key Trends: - OKC is just 13-14 ATS in its last 27 ager scoring 105 points or more in five straight games. - The Rockets are 7-4 ATS this year as a home fav of six points or less. - Houston is 3-1 ATS in its last four off a road win by ten points or more. The verdict: As stated off the top, I think home floor is the difference in this one between these two hungry West Conf heavyweights. Lay the points! |
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02-09-19 | Utah v. UCLA -4 | Top | 93-92 | Loss | -105 | 22 h 36 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on UCLA. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. This is often a “key angle” for me. I think Utah comes in complacent and I believe UCLA enters focused. The Utes are off a highly satisfying 77-70 road win over USC on Wednesday, while UCLA fell 84-73 at home to Colorado on Wednesday. The Utes won the last game between the teams 84-78 at home last February 22nd, making this a “revenge” game as well for the hungry Bruins. Key Trends: - Utah is a poor 5-10 ATS this year vs. teams with winning records. - UCLA is already 2-0 ATS this season off an upset loss by ten points or more as a favorite. The verdict: The stage is set for a lop-sided blowout. Lay the short points! |
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02-08-19 | Knicks +8.5 v. Pistons | Top | 103-120 | Loss | -107 | 23 h 21 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Knicks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Immediate revenge for the Knicks as this is the second game of a home and home set between the clubs. Detroit has won five straight in this series, including the first two this year, including the 105-92 victory in the Big Apple on Tuesday. Key Trends: - New York is 20-12 ATS in its last 32 trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. - Detroit is just 11-16 ATS at home - The Pistons are only 11-12 ATS this year vs. teams with losing records. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Probably no outright, but closer than expected. Grab all those points! |
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02-08-19 | Columbia +11.5 v. Harvard | Top | 96-98 | Win | 100 | 23 h 16 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Columbia. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. I won’t try to convince you that Columbia is a good team which has just had some bad breaks this year, as that’s not the case. The Lions aren’t great, but they won’t be lacking for motivation today as they look to break a two-game slide. But after four straight wins, I think that the Crimson come out a tiny bit complacent here and get caught “looking past” their lowly opponent. Key Trends: - Columbia is 3-1 ATS in its last four as a road dog in the 9.5 to 12 points range. - The Crimson are just 4-6 ATS as a favorite this year. - Harvard is just 2-3 ATS off a home win this season. The verdict: Expect the hungry Lions to battle tough and keep this one close down the stretch. Grab the points! |
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02-07-19 | Appalachian State +8 v. Texas State | Top | 71-74 | Win | 100 | 26 h 14 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on App State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - An offense to match. App State is hungry here and it comes in playing its best basketball of the year with three straight wins. The Mountaineers can keep pace with the Bobcats tonight. App State averages 81.7 points, while Texas State averages 75.3. The Bobcats are better defensively, but I think the momentum in which App State comes in with is the difference maker tonight. No outright, but closer than expected. Key Trends: - App State is 8-4 ATS in its last 12 as an underdog. - App State is 4-1 ATS in its last five after allowing 75 points or more in two straight games. - Texas State is a poor 8-10 ATS in its last 18 vs. good offensive teams which score 77-plus points per contest. The verdict: The outright is possible, but in the end I’m grabbing all these points! |
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02-07-19 | Wolves v. Magic -1.5 | Top | 112-122 | Win | 100 | 11 h 44 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Magic have lost four of the last five in this series, including the first matchup this year 120-103 on the road back on January 4th. This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - The Wolves are just 7-10 ATS in their last 17 following a road loss. - Minnesota is a poor 19-24 ATS in its last 43 off an upset loss as a favorite. - Orlando is 9-5 ATS in its last 14 trying to revenge a road loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Home floor turns out to be the difference here between these hungry teams. Lay the points! |
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02-06-19 | Oklahoma State +9 v. TCU | 68-70 | Win | 100 | 28 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Oklahoma State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Money in the bank. While this is in fact a “trend,” it’s also my “key angle” for this contest. And that’s because despite having started so horribly this season, OKS has been fantastic in this spot for bettors by going 8-1 ATS in its last nine off a loss by ten points or more to a conference rival. Key Trends: - The Cowboys are 7-4 ATS in their last 11 after playing a game as home underdog. - TCU is just 3-5 vs. conference opponents this year. - The Horned Frogs are just 4-5 ATS in their last nine off a loss by ten points or more to a conference rival. The verdict: These teams are struggling in conference play, but they won’t be lacking for motivation. I’m expecting an all out battle until the final horn, so grab up all those points! |
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02-06-19 | Georgia +9 v. Alabama | Top | 74-89 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 49 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Georgia. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - On the cusp. Georgia that is. Alabama is currently in a six-way tie for fifth in the SEC standings, but the Bulldogs are in the basement after starting 1-7 in league play. Georgia though looked a lot better in a losing cause to South Carolina last time out, falling 86-80 and having five players scoring in double figures. No outright, but this one looks to be much more competitive than what this spread would suggest. Key Trends: - Georgia is 17-10 ATS in its last 27 as a road dog or pick. - The Bulldogs are 8-2 ATS in their last ten after falling to cover four or five of their last six vs. the spread. - Alabama is already a poor 0-3 ATS this season as a home favorite of 6.5 to 12 points. The verdict: No outright, but a “nail biter!” Grab all these points! |
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02-06-19 | Wizards +12 v. Bucks | Top | 129-148 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Wizards. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For the Bucks that is. I think Milwaukee gets caught looking past its lowly opponent today after winning four straight and ten of its last 11. Note that the Bucks have been terrible in this position for bettors as well by going only 3-7 ATS in their last ten after two or more consecutive road victories. Key Trends: - Washington is still 10-5 ATS in its last 15 trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent in which it scored 110 points or more. - Milwaukee is just 21-25 ATS in its last 46 after covering four or five of its last six vs. the spread. The verdict: The Wizards are without Wall, but they won’t be lacking for motivation. With Milwaukee likely going to rest some starters in this one, I’m banking on this one being a lot closer than what this spread would suggest. Grab all those points! |
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02-05-19 | Magic +10 v. Thunder | Top | 122-132 | Push | 0 | 27 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Thunder had their big win streak snapped in a 134-129 road loss in Boston in their last game and they now face a Magic side which comes in off a big 102-89 home win over the Nets and which plays with revenge after falling 126-117 on the road in the first matchup between the teams on January 29th. Key Trends: - Orlando is 13-10 ATS on the road this year. - The Magic are 8-5 ATS this season in revenging a loss vs. an opponent. - The Thunder are only 3-7 ATS this season as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: No outright, but a war until the end. Grab the points! |
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02-05-19 | Michigan v. Rutgers +10.5 | Top | 77-65 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 6 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Rutgers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. Rutgers comes in after having its three-game win streak snapped by Ohio State on Saturday. The Scarlet Knights are now 11-10 overall. But I think this sets up as “letdown spot” for the 20-2 visitors, who suffered just their second outright loss of the year in a poor 74-59 setback to Iowa on Friday. Key Trends: - Rutgers is 4-1 ATS in its last five home games vs. teams with a winning road record. - Michigan is only 2-5 ATS in its last seven following an ATS loss. The verdict: Since joining the Big 10 Rutgers is 0-6 SU in this matchup and while that likely winless record likely won’t change today, I think that the stage is set for a battle until the end. Grab all those points! |
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02-04-19 | Rockets v. Suns +8.5 | Top | 118-110 | Win | 100 | 29 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Suns. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. The Rockets broke a two-game slide with a win over the Jazz on Saturday, but the Suns come in having lost ten straight. Clearly Phoenix is now looking to cash out in the lottery, but I think it comes in motivated enough here to at the very least, take this one right down to the wire. Key Trends: - Houston is a horrible 9-14 ATS in its last 23 as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Rockets are just 2-4 ATS in their last six off an upset win of ten points or more as a road underdog. - The Suns are still 5-2 ATS in their last seven as a home underdog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: I think the visitors get caught looking past their lowly opponent. Grab the points! |
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02-04-19 | Montana State +8 v. Northern Colorado | Top | 69-66 | Win | 100 | 29 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Montana State. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. I think this plays a major role in the outcome of this game. Outright upset? Clearly it’s not completely out of the question, but I think that the “hungrier” team will at the very least take this one “right down to the wire.” The Bobcats have lost four of five, while Northern Colorado has won three in a row. I won’t try to convince you that Montana State is a great team which has just been unlucky to this point, as that’s not the case. I do think that it’s the much “hungrier” team today though and I look for that fact to be the difference maker. Key Trends: - Montana State is 7-2 ATS already vs. conference opponents this year. - Montana State is 3-1 ATS this season off a loss vs. a conference rival. - Northern Colorado is just 2-3 ATS at home this year. - Northern Colorado is only 1-3 ATS this season after allowing 60 points or less in its previous outing. The verdict: As stated off the top, I wouldn’t be completely shocked by the outright, but in the end I’m grabbing up all these points! |
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02-03-19 | Stanford v. California +5.5 | Top | 84-81 | Win | 100 | 22 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Cal. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation. These are two crummy teams. Stanford has been alternating wins and losses of late (3-5 in conference play), but it looks poised for a predictable letdown here after scoring a win at home over Colorado last time out. The Bears though are 0-7 in league play and while they may not win this one outright, I think the “hungrier” team will at the very least, keep this one competitive until the final moments. Key Trends: - Stanford is just 13-14 ATS in its last 27 on the road. - The Cardinal are only 1-4 ATS in their last five when playing with seven or more days of rest. - Cal is 3-1 ATS in its last four when playing with seven or more days of rest. The verdict: I’m expecting a battle until the end between these horrible teams! |
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02-03-19 | Clippers v. Raptors -10 | Top | 103-121 | Win | 100 | 21 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Toronto Raptors. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. For the Clippers that is. LA played from behind most of the game in Detroit last night, but it would rally for the victory in the end. I think the Clippers come in “dog tired” here in the second game of the back to back scenario. The Raptors on the other hand are out to atone for a poor 105-92 loss at home to the Bucks on Thursday. Toronto easily handled the Clippers 123-99 on the road earlier in the season and I think the conditions are correct for another blowout in this one. Key Trends: - LA is just 7-9 ATS as a road underdog this season. - Toronto is a perfect 6-0 ATS this year after falling to cover the spread in three or more consecutive games. The verdict: Everything points to a blowout. Lay the points! |
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02-02-19 | Lakers +10 v. Warriors | Top | 101-115 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 45 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the LA Lakers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For Golden State in my opinion. Sure LBJ is coming to town, but after having their 11 game win streak snapped at home by the 76ers, I think the Warriors are susceptible for a letdown here as well. Outright upset? Probably not, but I’m expecting a war until the final moments. Key Trends: - LA is 4-1 ATS in its last five as a road dog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Lakers are 8-2 ATS vs. the division this season. - The Warriors are already just 4-12 ATS this year as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a battle until the end! |
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02-02-19 | Delaware v. William & Mary -5.5 | Top | 63-84 | Win | 100 | 23 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play William & Mary. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Delaware won the first meeting of the season 58-56 at home on January 3rd. The Blue Hens look poised for a letdown here after their tough 57-56 loss to Elon last time out. Conversely the Tribe broke a five-game losing streak last time out with a 75-69 win over Drexel. I think this one sets up beautifully for the home side. Key Trends: - Delaware is already only 1-2 ATS this year off an upset loss as a favorite. - William & Mary is 15-8 ATS in its last 23 when laying on one or less days rest. - The Tribe is 7-1 ATS in its last eight revenging a SU loss vs. an opponent as a favorite. The verdict: Lay the points and expect a blowout! |
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02-01-19 | Rockets v. Nuggets -4.5 | Top | 122-136 | Win | 100 | 29 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Denver Nuggets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Rockets have somehow managed to take both games over the Nuggets this year. Houston had Clint Capella in the line-up for each of those contests though and now that Rockets’ big man is out/injured. So are several others for the visitors. The home side comes in healthy and in top form having won four straight. The Nugget have also been at the best at home this season. This one has blowout written all over it my professional opinion. Key Trends: - Houston is just 14-22 ATS in its last 36 when playing with two days rest. - The Rockets are a terrible 2-7 ATS this season after allowing 120 points or more in their previous outing. - Denver is 11-5 ATS already this season revenging a loss where an opponent scored 110 points or more. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lay the points! |
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02-01-19 | Michigan -3 v. Iowa | Top | 59-74 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Michigan. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Failing defense. The Hawkeyes have now lost back-to-back conference games thanks in part to a failing defensively. Overall Iowa has limited opponents to 100.7 points per 100 possessions this year, but that number has jumped to 111.8 during conference play. And that’s bad news facing a red hot Michigan team which has won three straight and which is 9-1 overall in Big Ten action. The Wolverines’ offend is one of the best in the nation as well averaging 112.8 points per 100 possessions. Key Trends: - Michigan is 10-5 ATS this year after a win by ten points or more. - The Wolverines are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 vs. teams with winning records. - Iowa is just 11-15 ATS in its last 26 following a loss vs. a conference rival. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay the points! |
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01-31-19 | 76ers v. Warriors UNDER 241 | Top | 113-104 | Win | 100 | 28 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Visitors game-plan. With big man Joel Embiid a question mark here, the last thing Philadelphia can do is turn this one into a “track meet” and expect to hang with the defending champs, who have won 11 straight. I believe the visitors try to control the pace of this one and this becomes my “key angle” to this contest. Key Trends: - The 76ers have seen the total go under the number in six of their last eight when the total in the contest is greater than or equal to 230. - The Warriors have seen the total dip below the posted number in 12 of their last 18 home games when the total is greater than or equal to 220. The verdict: This can still be a high scoring game and fall below this sky high number. Play the under! |
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01-31-19 | UTEP +11 v. Marshall | Top | 86-91 | Win | 100 | 25 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on UTEP. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. The Herd have zero of it right now. Marshall has lost three straight and I think it’ll struggle with consistency here as well. UTEP on the other hand broke a three-game slide of its own vs. Charlotte last Saturday and while I’m not in fact calling for the outright upset, I think the Miners build off their latest effort with another solid performance on the road here against this floundering Marshall side. Key Trends: - UTEP is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 off a home win vs. a conference rival. - Marshall is just 3-5 ATS at home already this season. - The Herd are a horrible 2-6 ATS vs. the conference. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a battle until the end! |
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01-30-19 | Hawks v. Kings -5.5 | Top | 113-135 | Win | 100 | 30 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Sacramento Kings. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For Atlanta that is. The Hawks come in off a road win over the Clippers and I believe they’ll suffer an immediate letdown here (note that the Clippers were playing without Lou Williams and big man Boban Marjanovic.) Key Trends: - Sacramento is 5-1 ATS in its last six vs. teams with losing SU records. - The Kings are 4-1 ATS in their last five following an ATS loss. - Sacramento is 14-5 ATS in its last 91 after a loss of more than ten or more points. - The Hawks are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven after a SU win. The verdict: Lay the points, expect a rout! |
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01-30-19 | LSU v. Texas A&M +5.5 | Top | 72-57 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Texas A&M. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - LSU running out of gas. I do indeed feel that the Tigers come out a bit flat here. And would anyone blame them if they had a bit of a letdown here? LSU has roared out to a perfect records in the SEC over its first six games. However note that it’s been anything but easy it’s gone to OT twice and earned four quality wins as well. The Aggies won’t be going down without a fight and they come in with plenty of momentum themselves after downing K-State 65-53 in their most recent action. Key Trends: - LSU is still just 7-8 ATS as a favorite this year. - Texas A&M is already 6-3 ATS as an underdog this season. The verdict: The stage is set for the upset. That said, grab the ample points! |
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01-29-19 | Kentucky v. Vanderbilt +9.5 | Top | 87-52 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Vanderbilt. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Kentucky has won five straight in the series, including a 56-47 home win in the first meeting this year on January 12th. Key Trends: - Kentucky is just 6-7 ATS this year after a non-conference game. - The Wildcats are 5-8 ATS in their last 13 after two consecutive covers as a favorite. - Vanderbilt is 5-1 AT in its last six in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Grab the points! |
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01-29-19 | Thunder v. Magic +6 | Top | 126-117 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For the Thunder in my opinion. OKC has been one of the hottest teams in the league and it comes in having won five straight, including a big 118-112 home win over the Bucks on Sunday. The Magic on the other hand can’t take anything for granted as they’ll be looking to bounce back from a 103-98 loss in Houston. Key Trends: - OKC is just 8-9 ATS as a road favorite this year. - Orlando is 8-4 ATS in its last 12 as a home underdog. The verdict: Expect this one to be a lot closer than what this spread would suggest and grab up all those points! |
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01-28-19 | Nets v. Celtics -10 | Top | 104-112 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 44 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Celtics. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. The Celtics come in off an encouraging loss to the white hot defending champs, but I think it’s the Nets who are doomed for a “letdown” here after six straight wins. They eked out a victory over the Knicks at home last time out, but the injury to Dinwiddie will prove to be significant over the long-term. I think Boston lays the hammer down vs. this over-achieving and now under-manned Nets team. Key Trends: - Boston is 6-2 ATS in its last eight following a loss. - The C’s are 35-16 ATS in their last 51 at home. - Brooklyn is still just 1-4 ATS in its last five road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage above .600. The verdict: I’m laying the points and expecting a blowout of epic proportions! |
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01-28-19 | Duke v. Notre Dame +13 | Top | 83-61 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Notre Dame. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Motivation levels. Would anyone fault the Blue Devils in some small way “looking past” their lowly opponent tonight? ND will be desperate though to bounce back here after a humbling 82-55 loss at home to Virginia last time out to fall to 1-6 in ACC play. I think the “hungrier” team keeps this one “interesting” down the stretch. Key Trends: - Duke is still just 11-12 ATS in its last 23 on the road. - The Blue Devils are already only 1-3 ATS this year when playing on one or less days rest. - ND is 6-2 ATS in its last eight vs. good offensive teams which average 77 plus points per night. The verdict: Look for the No. 2 team to come in a bit complacent and grab up all these points! |
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01-27-19 | Bucks v. Thunder -115 | Top | 112-118 | Win | 100 | 22 h 36 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Thunder. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home floor advantage. With a spread like this, clearly the bookmakers in Sin City would agree that these teams are very evenly matched. Milwaukee though is just 10-9-2 ATS on the road this year, while OKC is 12-6 ATS in its last 18 at home. Key Trends: - Milwaukee is just 7-14 ATS in its last 21 off a home no cover where the team won straight up as a favorite. - The Bucks are only 9-10 ATS in their last 19 after two or more straight home victories. - The Thunder are 18-8 ATS in their last 26 when playing with two days rest. The verdict: I think the Bucks finally stumble in this hostile arena. Play on the Thunder! |
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01-27-19 | Southern Illinois +5.5 v. Loyola-Chicago | Top | 50-75 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Southern Illinois. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. For the Salukis that is. Southern Illinois snapped a four-game conference losing streak with a 70-62 win over Northern Iowa and I think it carries that momentum over here. Loyola Chicago is on top of the conference and I think it gets caught looking past its lowly opponent tonight. Key Trends: - The Salukis are already 7-1 ATS not he road this year. - Southern Illinois is 4-1 ATS this season as an underdog. - Loyola Chicago is just 4-5 ATS this season as a home favorite or pick. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a “nail biter!” |
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01-26-19 | 76ers +8.5 v. Nuggets | Top | 110-126 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia 76ers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling. The 76ers are without big man Embiid and Jimmy Butler is a question mark going in, but I think the value lies with the “under the radar” visitors, who will be looking to take advantage of a Nuggets team which played Phoenix just last night. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is 18-4 ATS in its last 22 after three consecutive non-conference games. - Denver is just 11-13 ATS in its last 24 after scoring 105 points or more in five straight games. The verdict: This one has upset written all over it. That said, grab the points! |
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