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Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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12-19-20 | Buffalo +11 v. Syracuse | 96-107 | Push | 0 | 15 h 23 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on Buffalo. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. - The Bulls are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 road games. - The Orange are 6-14 ATS in their last 20 home games. - The Orange were favored by 17 in their last game and won by just six. Verdict: Buffalo has played the Orange tough in recent meetings. |
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12-19-20 | Gonzaga v. Iowa +3 | 99-88 | Loss | -105 | 15 h 0 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on Iowa. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. - The Hawkeyes are 13-2-1 ATS in their last 16 neutral site games. - The Hawkeyes are 19-6-3 ATS in their last 28 games overall. - The Bulldogs are 1-4 ATS in their last five Saturday games. Verdict: The Bulldogs might not be as sharp coming off a 2 week layoff. |
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12-15-20 | Georgia Tech v. Florida State -7.5 | 61-74 | Win | 100 | 20 h 58 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on the Seminoles. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Seminoles are 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall. - The Seminoles are 5-1 ATS in their last six home games. - The Seminoles are 5-1 ATS in their last six games as a home favorite. Verdict: The Seminoles have won four straight versus Georgia Tech, all by double digits. |
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12-08-20 | Penn State v. Virginia Tech -5.5 | 75-55 | Loss | -105 | 30 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on the Hokies. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Nittany Lions are 1-8 ATS in their last nine games overall. - The Nittany Lions are 0-6 ATS in their last six games following an ATS loss. - The Nittany Lions are 0-4 ATS in their last four games following a straight up loss. Verdict: The Hokies look good to earn a comfortable home victory. |
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12-05-20 | BYU +2 v. Utah State | 67-64 | Win | 100 | 19 h 17 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on BYU. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Aggies are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games overall. - The Cougars are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games overall. - The Aggies are 1-5 ATS in their last six home games. Verdict: The Cougars have a huge advantage when it comes to depth off the bench. |
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11-30-20 | Iona v. Seton Hall -20 | Top | 64-86 | Win | 100 | 30 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 7* play on the Pirates. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Gaels lost their top three scorers from last year. - The Gaels were 2-7 straight up in their first nine games last season. - The Gaels are 2-5-1 ATS in their last eight Monday games. Verdict: The Pirates leading scorer is a 6"11 senior (Sandro Mamukelashvili). |
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11-28-20 | UL - Lafayette v. Baylor -20 | 82-112 | Win | 100 | 21 h 6 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on the Bears. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Bears are 4-0 ATS in their last four neutral site games. - The The Bears won their season opener by 44 points last season. - The Bears were 11-1 in non conference games last season. Verdict: The Bears should roll in their opening game. |
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11-26-20 | Purdue v. Clemson -1 | 70-81 | Win | 100 | 16 h 31 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on the Clemson. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Tigers are 4-0 ATS in their last four neutral site games. - The Boilermakers are 1-4 straight up in their last five versus the ACC. - The Boilermakers are 3-8-2 ATS in their last 13 games as an underdog. Verdict: The Tigers look good returning the majority of their starters from last year. |
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11-25-20 | UCLA -2.5 v. San Diego State | Top | 58-73 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 16 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Bruins are 5-0-1 ATS in their last six games overall. - The Bruins are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games - The Bruins were perfect against the Mountain West last season. Verdict: The Aztecs lost their leading scorer to the NBA draft, while UCLA brings back all it's top scorers. |
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10-11-20 | Lakers v. Heat +6.5 | 106-93 | Loss | -115 | 1 h 25 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on Miami. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Lakers are 0-4 ATS in their last four games as a favorite. - The Heat are 4-0 ATS in their last four games as an underdog. - The Heat are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 games following a ATS win. Verdict: There ain't no quit in Jimmy Butler and the Heat. |
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10-02-20 | Heat +10 v. Lakers | 114-124 | Push | 0 | 11 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on the Heat. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Heat are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games overall. - The Heat are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games playing on 1 days rest. - The Lakers are 7-15-1 ATS in their last 23 NBA Championship games. Verdict: The Heat are in big trouble, but the line still appears inflated. |
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09-24-20 | Lakers -6 v. Nuggets | 114-108 | Push | 0 | 18 h 40 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on the 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Lakers are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games playing on 1 days rest. - The Lakers are 5-2 ATS in their last seven playoff games as a favorite. - The Lakers haven't lost more than one game in a playoff series this season. Verdict: The Lakers have been money coming off a loss. |
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09-20-20 | Nuggets v. Lakers -7.5 | 103-105 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 33 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Lakers are 5-0 ATS in their last five playoff games as a favorite. - The Lakers are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games following an ATS win. - The Nuggets are 1-5 ATS in their last six games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Verdict: The Nuggets simply have no answer for the Lakers size. |
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09-18-20 | Nuggets v. Lakers -6.5 | 114-126 | Win | 100 | 57 h 37 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Lakers are 4-0 ATS in their last four playoff games as a favorite. - The Lakers are 5-1 ATS in their last six games following an ATS win. - The Nuggets are 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Verdict: The Nuggets are due for a let down coming off a huge Game 7 win. |
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09-10-20 | Lakers -5 v. Rockets | 110-100 | Win | 100 | 15 h 1 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Lakers are 5-2 ATS in their last seven playoff games as a favorite. - The Rockets are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games playing on 1 days rest. - The Rockets are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games following a straight up loss. Verdict: The Lakers are in the driver's seat. |
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09-09-20 | Clippers -8 v. Nuggets | 96-85 | Win | 100 | 31 h 41 m | Show | |
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09-07-20 | Celtics v. Raptors +1.5 | 111-89 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 55 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Toronto. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Raptors are 6-0-1 ATS in their last seven playoff games as an underdog. - The Raptors are 46-22 ATS in their last 68 games playing on 1 days rest. - The Celtics missed 28-of-35 three-point attempts in Game 4. Verdict: The Raptors have the momentum heading into Game 5. |
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09-02-20 | Thunder +5.5 v. Rockets | 102-104 | Win | 100 | 21 h 60 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Thunder are 35-17 ATS in their last 52 games as an underdog. - The Thunder are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. - The Rockets are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games following a loss. Verdict: The momentum in this series has shifted. |
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08-31-20 | Rockets -5.5 v. Thunder | 100-104 | Loss | -105 | 32 h 24 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Houston. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockets are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. - The Thunder were 7-of-46 from beyond the arc in Game 5. - The Rockets will have Russell Westbrook in the lineup with no limitations for Game 6. Verdict: The Thunder look like a team ready to pack it in. |
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08-30-20 | Nuggets +2.5 v. Jazz | 119-107 | Win | 101 | 19 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Denver. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Jazz are 1-4 ATS in their last five playoff games as a favorite. - The Jazz are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games versus a team with a winning record. - The Nuggets are 6-2 ATS in the last eight head to head meetings. Verdict: The Nuggets appear to be primed to force a Game 7. |
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08-25-20 | Mavs v. Clippers -6.5 | 111-154 | Win | 100 | 11 h 32 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Mavs will not know until game time if Porzingis can play. - The Clippers are 20-6 ATS in their last 26 games following an ATS loss. - The Mavericks are 5-10 ATS in their last 15 Conference Quarterfinals games. Verdict: The Clippers should bounce back from their Game 4 loss. |
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08-24-20 | Lakers v. Blazers +7.5 | 135-115 | Loss | -105 | 30 h 25 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Portland. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Lakers are 1-5 ATS in their last six games following a straight up win. - The Lakers are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games as a favorite. - The Lakers are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games overall. Verdict: The Blazers aren't going to lie down. |
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08-23-20 | Clippers -7.5 v. Mavs | 133-135 | Loss | -104 | 3 h 24 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Mavs will not know until game time if Luka Doncic can play. - Luka Doncic scored just 13 points on 4-of-14 shooting in Game 3. - The Mavericks are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 Conference Quarterfinals games. Verdict: The Clippers should win big |
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08-21-20 | Celtics -5 v. 76ers | 102-94 | Win | 100 | 28 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Boston. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Celtics are 36-16-1 ATS in their last 53 playoff games as a favorite. - The Celtics are 14-3-1 ATS in their last 18 Conference Quarterfinals games. - The 76ers are 5-14 ATS in the last 19 meetings. Verdict: The Sixers are going nowhere without Ben Simmons. |
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08-20-20 | Blazers +7 v. Lakers | 88-111 | Loss | -112 | 22 h 59 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Blazers. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Trail Blazers are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 games overall. - The Lakers are 0-6 ATS in their last six games overall. - The Trail Blazers are 47-22 ATS in the last 69 head to head meetings. Verdict: The Lakers look old and slow in Game 1. |
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08-17-20 | 76ers v. Celtics -5.5 | 101-109 | Win | 100 | 33 h 7 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The 76ers are 0-6 ATS in their last six games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. - The Celtics are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 Conference Quarterfinals games. - The 76ers are 5-12 ATS in the last 17 meetings. Verdict: The Sixers are going nowhere without Ben Simmons. |
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08-13-20 | Spurs -7.5 v. Jazz | 112-118 | Loss | -107 | 6 h 39 m | Show | |
Ricky's 7* play on 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Spurs are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall. - The Spurs are 4-1 ATS in their last five games following a ATS win. - The Jazz are 1-11-1 ATS in their last 13 games following a straight up loss. The verdict: The Spurs should face Utah's backups. |
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08-11-20 | Suns -7.5 v. 76ers | 130-117 | Win | 100 | 7 h 39 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the PHX 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Suns are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall. - The Suns are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a ATS win. - The Sixers might not have Joel Embiid. The verdict: The Suns look good catching a banged up Sixers team. |
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08-10-20 | Thunder v. Suns -3 | 101-128 | Win | 100 | 22 h 27 m | Show | |
This is an 8* 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Suns are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall. - The Suns are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a ATS win. - The Suns are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 Monday games. The verdict: The Suns look good catching Oklahoma City in a back to back. |
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08-06-20 | Pelicans -3.5 v. Kings | 125-140 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 45 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on New Orleans. 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. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Kings are 0-3-1 ATS in their last four games following an ATS win. - The Pelicans are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. - The Kings rank 23rd in the NBA in scoring averaging less than 110 points per game. The verdict: The Kings appear to be on their way out of the bubble |
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03-11-20 | Vanderbilt +8.5 v. Arkansas | 73-86 | Loss | -109 | 47 h 52 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* 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. Here in this game the strong play of Vanderbilt in recent games is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Razorbacks are 1-5 ATS in their last six neutral site games. - The Razorbacks are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games overall. - The Razorbacks have allowed opponents to average over 80 points per game in their last five overall. The verdict: look for Vanderbilt to play with passion here in Nashville. |
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03-08-20 | Memphis +9 v. Houston | 57-64 | Win | 100 | 14 h 40 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on Memphis Tigers. 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. Here in this game the recent history between these teams is particularly significant. Twice in the last five meetings these teams have played games decided by a single point, and only one of those games was decided by as many as nine points. Key Trends: - The Tigers are 4-1 ATS in their last five road games. - The Tigers are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games overall. - The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. The verdict: look for the Tigers to make a game of it. |
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03-07-20 | 76ers v. Warriors +2.5 | 114-118 | Win | 100 | 17 h 5 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. Here in this game the return of Steph Curry is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The 76ers are 1-5 ATS in their last six games as a road favorite. - The 76ers are 0-5 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. - The 76ers are 6-20-1 ATS in their last 27 road games. The verdict: look for the sixers to continue to struggle on the road. |
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03-07-20 | Virginia Tech v. Notre Dame -6.5 | 56-64 | Win | 100 | 11 h 19 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. Here in this game the recent history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Hokies are 0-5 ATS in their last five games as an underdog. - The Hokies are 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games overall. - The Hokies are 0-5 ATS in their last five road games. The verdict: look for the home team to run up the score. |
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03-05-20 | Air Force +17.5 v. San Diego State | 60-73 | Win | 100 | 5 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Air Force. 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. Here in this game the recent history between these teams is significant. Key Trends: - The Falcons would be 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings if getting +17 points. - The Falcons shot 53.7 percent from the field in a win over Fresno yesterday. - The Falcons hit over 70 percent of their free throws in the win over the Bulldogs. The verdict: look for the Falcons to make a game of it. |
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03-04-20 | Florida State v. Notre Dame +2.5 | 73-71 | Win | 100 | 15 h 59 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the Irish. 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. Here in this game the history between these teams is particularly significant. The home team is 8-1 straight up in the last nine meetings, with the exception being a Notre Dame win at Tallahassee in 2017. Key Trends: - The Irish lost by a score of 85-84 at Florida State earlier this year. - The Irish are 8-1 ATS in the last nine head to head meetings. - The underdog is 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. The verdict: look for the Irish to execute revenge here at home. |
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03-04-20 | Grizzlies +2 v. Nets | 118-79 | Win | 100 | 14 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Memphis. 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. Here in this game the Grizzlies defense is particularly significant. They have allowed 88 points in each of their last two games. Key Trends: - The Grizzlies are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up win. - The Nets are 1-4 ATS in their last five games playing on 0 days rest. - The Grizzlies are 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings in Brooklyn. The verdict: look for the Grizzlies to make it three straight wins. |
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03-03-20 | Texas +6.5 v. Oklahoma | 52-51 | Win | 100 | 16 h 6 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. Here in this game the recent history between these teams is quite significant. Texas comes in as winners of four straight, including upsets over TTU and WVU. Key Trends: - The Longhorns are 4-1 ATS in their last five road games. - The underdog is 13-3 ATS in the last 16 meetings. - The road team is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. The verdict: look for the Longhorns to be competitive. |
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03-01-20 | Lakers v. Pelicans +2.5 | 122-114 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 52 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New Orleans Pelicans. 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. Here in this game fatigue could be a factor for LA. LeBron recently sat out to rest a groin injury, it's tough to see any reason to push it here on the second game of a back to back. Key Trends: - The Pelicans are 20-8-1 ATS in their last 29 games overall. - The Pelicans are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 games as an underdog. - The Lakers are 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings in New Orleans. The verdict: look for the Pelicans to be all fired up at home. |
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03-01-20 | Cincinnati +7 v. Houston | 55-68 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 8 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Cincinnati Bearcats. 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. Here in this game the history of close games between these teams is significant. Key Trends: - The Cougars are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games as a favorite. - The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. - The Bearcats have gone to overtime in four of their last five overall. The verdict: look for a close game that could go either way, |
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02-29-20 | Arizona v. UCLA +2.5 | 64-69 | Win | 100 | 16 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the UCLA Bruins. 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. Here in this game the recent play of both teams is particularly significant. The Bruins have won six straight while the Wildcats have lost back to back games. Key Trends: - The Wildcats are 8-20-1 ATS in their last 29 Saturday games. - The Bruins are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six home games. - The underdog is 15-3 ATS in the last 18 meetings. The verdict: look for the Wildcats struggles to continue in LA. |
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02-29-20 | Notre Dame -1 v. Wake Forest | 73-84 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the Notre Dame Irish. 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. Here in this game the let down spot is particularly significant. We look for Wake Forest to suffer a let down after their double OT win over Duke. Key Trends: - The Fighting Irish are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games overall. - The Demon Deacons are 7-19 ATS in their last 26 Saturday games. - The Demon Deacons are 0-6 ATS in their last six games after scoring more than 90 points in their previous game. The verdict: look for the visitors to take down the home team. |
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02-21-20 | Buffalo +4 v. Kent State | 104-98 | Win | 100 | 10 h 17 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the Buffalo 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 witGolden Flashes are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 home games.hin his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the previous history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Bulls are 4-1 ATS in their last five games as an underdog. - The Golden Flashes are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as a home favorite. - The Golden Flashes are 1-4 ATS in their last five home games. The verdict: look for the Bulls to win this one outright. |
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02-19-20 | Michigan v. Rutgers -1 | 60-52 | Loss | -115 | 12 h 11 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rutgers Scarlett Knights. 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. Here in this game the Scarlett Knights home court advantage is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Scarlett Knights are 17-0 straight up at home this season. - The Wolverines have lost five of seven road games this season. - The Scarlett Knights have allowed just 57.5 points per game at home this season. The verdict: look for Rutgers to remain undefeated at home. |
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02-15-20 | Washington v. UCLA -2.5 | 57-67 | Win | 100 | 14 h 24 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the UCLA Bruins. 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. Here in this game the previous history between these teams is significant. Key Trends: - The Huskies are 0-7 ATS in their last seven games overall. - The Huskies are 0-8 ATS in their last eight games as an underdog. - The favorite is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. The verdict: look for the Huskies to come up short on the road once again. |
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02-15-20 | Louisville v. Clemson +6.5 | 62-77 | Win | 100 | 8 h 24 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Clemson Tigers. 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. Here in this game the previous history between these teams is significant. Key Trends: - The Tigers are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games as an underdog. - The Tigers are 4-1 ATS in their last five games as a home underdog. - The home team is 6-0 straight up in the last six meetings. The verdict: look for the Tigers to give Louisville a run for their money. |
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02-11-20 | North Carolina v. Wake Forest +2.5 | 57-74 | Win | 100 | 12 h 58 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. Here in this game the Tar Heels injury woes are quite significant. Key Trends: - The Tar Heels are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games as a favorite. - The Demon Deacons are 5-1 ATS in their last six games as an underdog. - The Demon Deacons are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall. The verdict: look for the Tar Heels to come up short on the road. |
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02-09-20 | Washington v. Washington State +3.5 | 67-79 | Win | 100 | 13 h 52 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Washington 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. Here in this game the previous history between these teams is quite significant. Key Trends: - The Cougars are 4-1 ATS in their last five games as a home underdog. - The Huskies are 0-4 ATS in their last four road games. - The Huskies are 1-5 ATS in their last six games as a road favorite. The verdict: look for the home team to give it to their biggest rivals. |
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02-08-20 | LSU v. Auburn -5 | 90-91 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Auburn Tigers. 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. Here in this game the home court advantage should be key. Key Trends: - The LSU Tigers are 2-6-1 ATS in their last nine games overall. - The favorite is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. - The Auburn Tigers are 12-0 straight up at home this season. The verdict: look for the home team to run up the score in a blowout win. |
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02-05-20 | Pittsburgh v. Notre Dame -5.5 | 72-80 | Win | 100 | 23 h 19 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Notre Dame Irish. 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. Here in this ACC game home court advantage seems significant. Key Trends: - The Panthers are 0-5 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win. - The Fighting Irish are 5-2-1 ATS in their last eight home games. - The Panthers are 5-11 ATS in their last 16 road games versus a team with a winning home record. The verdict: look for the Panthers to struggle on the road in South Bend. |
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02-04-20 | Bucks v. Pelicans +6.5 | 120-108 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 56 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New Orleans Pelicans. 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. Here in this game the recent play of the Pelicans is significant. They have won 13 of their last 18 overall. Key Trends: - The Pelicans are 9-2-1 ATS in their last 12 games as an underdog. - The Bucks are 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. - The Pelicans are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 home games. The verdict: look for the Bucks to struggle with this smoking hot home underdog. |
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02-04-20 | Ball State v. Kent State -3.5 | 62-54 | Loss | -117 | 17 h 4 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Golden Flashes. 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. Here in this MAC rivalry game, the histor between these teams might be the most significant. The Golden Flashes are 9-1 straight up in the last 10 meetings. Key Trends: - The Cardinals are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games. - The Golden Flashes average over 83 points per game at home. - The Golden Flashes have a 10-1 home record so far this season. The verdict: look for the home team to continue to dominate here. |
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02-01-20 | Hawks v. Mavs -5 | 100-123 | Win | 100 | 19 h 53 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. The Mavs will miss Luka, but when he missed four games earlier this year they were 2-2 with wins over Philly and Milwaukee on the road. Key Trends: - The Hawks are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games as a road underdog. - The Hawks are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up win. - The Hawks are 1-4 ATS in their last five road games. The verdict: look for the Mavs to continue to roll, and KP should have a huge game. |
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02-01-20 | Kentucky v. Auburn -3 | Top | 66-75 | Win | 100 | 18 h 35 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Auburn. 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. The Wildcats are not playing well, coming off an uninspired win over Vanderbilt. Auburn's home record (11-0) has plenty of significance here. Key Trends: - The Tigers average over 85 points per game at home. - The Wildcats were losing at the half at home versus last place Vanderbilt in their last game. - The Tigers are 4-2 ATS in the last six head to head meetings. The verdict: look for the Tigers to heat up from three-point range, and run up the score. |
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01-30-20 | Hornets v. Wizards -3.5 | Top | 107-121 | Win | 100 | 12 h 55 m | Show |
My 10* BLOWOUT ULTIMATE OF THE ULTIMATE is on the Washington Wizards. Off a home win over the Knicks, I expect the Hornets to predictably struggle on the road in the nation's capital. The Wizards come in focussed on the task at hand as they enter off a double-digit loss to Milwaukee. Despite the win last time out, note that the Hornets have averaged fewer than 100 points over their last five. The Wizards' deplorable defense catches a break here today facing this stagnant Hornets' offense. Key Trends: - The Wizards are 4-1 ATS in their last five at home. - Charlotte is only 1-4 ATS in its last five vs. the division. - The Hornets are already just 3-7 ATS this season after successfully covering the spread in two or more straight outings. The verdict: I think the home side has the distinct advantage here, as I expect a double-digit blowout once it's all said and done; lay the short points! |
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01-26-20 | Pacers v. Blazers -1.5 | Top | 129-139 | Win | 100 | 14 h 53 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on the Portland Trail Blazers. I think the home side digs deep and finds a way to get the job done in front of the home town crowd. Indiana is 13-11 away from home, which isn't great. But compared to the Blazers sub-par 10-11 home record, it's much better. This is game five of a five game road trip for Indiana and I think it's going to struggle to find energy vs. this desperate home side. Portland is currently on the outside of the playoff picture looking in. This is the third game of a four-game home stand. The Blazers have just two wins in their last five games. Key Trends: - Indiana is a poor 0-2 ATS off two straight road wins by ten points or more. - Portland is 6-1 ATS in its last seven after allowing 110 points or more for four straight games (including 3-1 ATS this season.) The verdict: I think the Pacers come out flat in their final game of this trip and I expect the Blazers to play with a sense of urgency from start to finish; lay the short points! |
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01-26-20 | Ohio State v. Northwestern +6.5 | 71-59 | Loss | -115 | 23 h 50 m | Show | |
My 9* BEWARE OF DOG is on Northwestern. I think that the hungry home side will push the visitors to the brink here. Ohio State has lost two straight, while Northwestern has dropped eight of its last eight, including three straight conference contests. Clearly both teams are "hungry," but I'll argue that the home side is much more so. Ohio State has allowed over 70 points per game over its last nine games and I think it'll have its hands full again here. The Buckeyes offense has struggled during conference action as well. The Wildcats are averaging 67 PPG, led by leading scorer Miller Kopp (13 PPG). Key Trends: - Ohio State is 0-5 ATS in its last five following a SU loss. - Northwestern is 7-3 ATS in its last ten home games following a three games or more conference losing streak. The verdict: Clearly Northwestern has plenty of issues of its own, but it catches the perfect team now to get untracked against. Outright win?! Very possible, but in the end let's grab the points! |
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01-26-20 | San Diego State v. UNLV +8 | Top | 71-67 | Win | 100 | 20 h 21 m | Show |
My 10* CLASH-OF-THE-TITANS is on UNLV. SDSU is 20-0, while UNLV is 11-10. I think the Aztecs are going to have a fight on their hands from start to finish and in a contest which I think'll be decided in the final moments, I'm going to grab up the ample points. The Aztecs are 9-0 in MWC play, while the Rebels are 6-2. Most recently the Aztecs come in off a 72-55 win over Wyoming at home. Malachi Flynn led the way with 18 points. Overall SDSU averages 74.7 PPG and it concedes 56.7. UNLV comes in off a loss to Nevada and it'll be eager to get back on track here at home and to try and snap the Aztecs perfect record. UNLV averages 71.9 PPG and it allows 69.7. Key Trends: - SDSU is 7-2 ATS in its last nine home games following a SU/ATS loss. - SDSU is only 3-4 ATS in its last seven after a 15 points or higher home victory. The verdict: I don't think SDSU is going to run the table and despite having a key injury to its point guard, I believe UNLV will give the Aztecs their "best shot" this afternoon; grab the points! |
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01-25-20 | Denver +14.5 v. North Dakota State | Top | 70-82 | Win | 100 | 20 h 23 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on Denver. Denver won't be going down without a fight tonight. Last time out it also battled tooth and nail vs. North Dakota on Thursday, but its come-back bid fell short in the 78-71 setback. Ade Murkey was a bright spot in defeat with 25 points, while Jase Townsend added 19. Overall the Pioneers average 67.1 PPG and they've been holding the opposition to 31.5 percent from range, ranked second in the Summit League. It's also ranked third in the league in getting to the charity stripe. North Dakota State averages 72.9 PPG and it concedes 65.4. Vinnie Shahid leads the nightly charge with 16.6 PPG. Key Trends: - Denver is 7-3 ATS in its last ten road games after scoring 70 or more points in its previous outing and still losing SU. - North Dakota State is just 4-7 ATS in its last 11 home games as a favorite in the -9.5 to -15.5 points range. The verdict: I like Denver to keep pace offensively and while I'll stop short in calling for the outright upset, everything points to this one being significantly more competitive than what this spread would suggest; grab the points! |
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01-24-20 | Marist +11.5 v. Siena | Top | 57-70 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 7 m | Show |
My 10* UNDERDOG ULTIMATE OF THE ULTIMATE is on Marist. Marist is just 4-13, while Siena is only 7-9. The Red Foxes though come in under the radar here, as they've won two straight, while the Saints are on the other end of the spectrum, having lost three in a row. The Saints fell 72-71 to Niagara last time out. Most recently Marist got the better of Manhattan 75-73. The Red Foxes trailed by ten at half time and were the underdog in that one, but I have no reason not to believe that they can't carry over that second half momentum here. Key Trends: - Marist is 5-1 ATS in its last six as a road dog in the 9.5 to 12 points range (including 2-0 ATS this year.) - Sienna is a terrible 8-20 ATS in its last 28 as a favorite (including a horrible 2-8 ATS this season.) The verdict: I think this one is going to be much tighter than what Las Vegas is trying to lead us to believe; grab the points! |
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01-23-20 | Cal Poly +9 v. Cal-Riverside | 64-97 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 22 m | Show | |
My 9* BIG TIGER is on Cal Poly. At 4-13 the Cal Poly Mustangs aren't going to be lacking for motivation here. UC Riverside is 12-8 and I think it's going to have a serious fight on its hands tonight. So far Cal Poly is 1-2 in league play, most recently falling 65-61 to Hawaii. Colby Rogers was a bright spot in defeat with 18 points. Overall the Mustangs average 63.1 PPG and concede 70.9. UC Riverside is reeling right now and is the perfect opponent for Cal Poly to try and steal a victory here. The Highlanders most recently fell 69-53 to UC Irvine, led by Dikymbe Martin with ten points. Overall UC Riverside averages 65.1 PPG and it allows 60.9. Key Trends: - Cal Poly is already a winning 6-3 ATS on the road this year. - UC Riverside is 1-3 ATS in its last four as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: This one has the feel of whichever team having its hands on the ball last, will be the one that comes out on top. So that means that I'm going to grab up these ample points! |
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01-23-20 | Louisiana Tech v. Middle Tennessee +11 | Top | 80-73 | Win | 100 | 25 h 53 m | Show |
My 10* UNDERDOG U OF THE U is on Middle Tennessee State. MTSU is only 4-15, while Louisiana Tech is 13-5. Will the Bulldogs have a letdown here vs. their lowly opponent? I believe enough of one to let the home side very comfortably sneak in through the back door with the large spread they've been afforded. Louisiana Tech has won seven of its last nine, while MTSU has dropped 15 of its last 16. Which of these two teams is "hungrier" here? Also note that MTSU plays with revenge after falling 73-56 on the road in this game last year. Key Trends: - Louisiana Tech is just 5-12 ATS in its last 17 as a road favorite or pick. - MTSU is 6-1 ATS in its last seven vs. good defensive teams which allow 64 points or less per contest. The verdict: Louisiana Tech is still hung up on its 51-50 loss to UNT last time out as well. The numbers and the overall situation favors the Blue Raiders; grab the points! |
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01-22-20 | Georgia Tech +13.5 v. Louisville | Top | 64-68 | Win | 100 | 12 h 24 m | Show |
My 10* BEWARE OF DOG play is on Georgia Tech. At 8-10, I think the lowly Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets come in "under the radar" here vs. the mighty 15-3 Louisville Cardinals. Georgia Tech will be hungry here though, as it's lost two straight. The Yellow Jackets were competitive in defeat last time out, falling 63-58 to Virginia. Louisville returns home after a three-game road trip and after topping Duke 79-73 last time out, there's no doubt in my mind that this sets ups a letdown/trap for the contented home side this evening. Key Trends: - Georgia Tech is 3-1 ATS already this year off a loss vs. a conference rival. - Louisville is already just 1-3 ATS this year off a road win vs. a conference rival. The verdict: The situation and the trends are working heavily in favor of the underdog in this one; grab the points! |
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01-21-20 | San Jose State +11.5 v. New Mexico | Top | 59-86 | Loss | -115 | 27 h 11 m | Show |
My 10* BLOWOUT ULTIMATE OF THE ULTIMATE is on San Jose State. New Mexico returns home after losing two straight on the road. New Mexico is 15-5 overall and 4-3 in league play, while SJSU is 6-13 and 2-5 in conference action. The Spartans have lost two in a row as well, but they've been competitive, most recently falling 98-87 to UNLV on the road. Seneca Knight led the Spartans with 30 points. SJSU averages 69.3 PPG and it concedes 78.4. The Lobos average 80 PPG, but they allow 75.3. Most recently they lost 99-78 at UNLV on Saturday. Key Trends: - The Lobos are a poor 1-4 ATS in their last five following an ATS loss. - New Mexico is just 2-5 ATS in its last seven after allowing more than 90 points in its previous game. - The Spartans are 4-1 ATS in their last five following a SU loss. The verdict: The Lobos were forced to kick Carlton Bragg from the team because of a violation and since then they've gone 0-2 and allowed 105 and 99 points in each. And note that these teams have already played this year and San Jose State won 88-85 at home. Grab the points, but don't be completely shocked by an outright upset! |
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01-20-20 | Bucknell +10.5 v. Colgate | Top | 65-80 | Loss | -115 | 26 h 23 m | Show |
My 10* MID-MAJOR MAULING is on Bucknell. I like the Bucknell Bison to comfortably sneak in through the back door down the stretch with the large spread they've been afforded in this matchup. Last time out the Bison beat Lehigh 72-56, led by 15 points from Avi Toomer. The Bison are now 4-2 in confernec play. The Colgate Raiders beat Boston 79-70 in their latest action, led by 21 points from Will Rayman. Overall Colgate is 5-1 in league play. Key Trends: - Bucknell is 7-3 ATS in its last ten road conference games after holding its previous opponent to 58 points or less. - Colgate is just 2-5 ATS in its last seven home games after allowing 70 points or more in a SU victory in its previous outing. The verdict: I like the hungry Bison to step up here and push the home side to the brink; grab the points! |
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01-20-20 | Pistons v. Wizards -1 | Top | 100-106 | Win | 100 | 21 h 30 m | Show |
My 10* ATS BLOOD-BATH is on the Washington Wizards. Both teams are terrible. The Pistons are 16-27 and the Wizards are 13-28. However I think that Detroit takes a step back here in the Nation's capital after its rare 136-103 blowout win over the Hawks on the road in their last action (Atlanta had played and won in OT at San Antonio the night previous). The Wizards are the "hungrier" team no doubt, as they enter off a humbling 140-111 loss at the Raptors. Key Trends: - Detroit is just 4-8 ATS this year as a road dog. - The Pistons are a poor 2-5 ATS this season already off a road victory. - The Wizards are already a near-perfect 5-1 ATS this season after three or more SU losses. The verdict: I love the home side to double down defensively and to gut out the victory here; lay the short points! |
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01-18-20 | Pistons v. Hawks +2 | Top | 136-103 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 22 m | Show |
My 10* U OF THE U is on the Atlanta Hawks. Detroit is coming in off a rare win over the Celtics, but I think it'll take a step back here. The Hawks come in off an impressive win at San Antonio just last night and I believe this young and hungry home side carries that confidence and momentum over in this one. The Pistons are receiving inconsistent play from game to game with Blake Griffin still sidelined with injury. Trae Young and the Hawks though have in fact won two in a row, after also upsetting the Suns previous to last night's victory. The All Star break is looming and I believe Young will keep the foot on the gas in this favorable home matchup this evening.  Key Trends: - The Hawks are 11-6 ATS in their last 17 at home. - Detroit is just 6-13-1 ATS in its last 20 road games. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on the home side! |
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01-18-20 | Loyola Marymount +11 v. San Francisco | Top | 53-61 | Win | 100 | 21 h 11 m | Show |
My 10* U OF THE U is on Loyola Marymount. I think Loyola Marymount will give the San Francisco Dons everything they can handle in this one. The Lions come in off a tough 75-67 loss at Pepperdine, led by 19 points from Erik Johansson. Overall Loyola Marymount averages 71.1 PPG. San Francisco held on for a tight 79-75 win over Pacific last time out, giving it its first conference loss of the year so far. Overall the Dons average 80 PPG. Key Trends: - Loyola Marymount is 7-2 ATS in its last nine road games following a loss in which it conceded 75 points or more in. - San Francisco is just 3-6 ATS in its last nine after scoring 78 point or more in its previous contest. The verdict: I'm not calling for an outright upset, but everything points this one being a "nail biter." Grab the points! |
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01-17-20 | Michigan v. Iowa -4.5 | Top | 83-90 | Win | 100 | 14 h 37 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on Iowa. I don't think that the home court advantage can be overlooked as a very real deciding factor in the outcome of this game. Michigan is only 2-3 in conference action and it enters off a demoralizing 75-67 road loss to Minnesota. Iowa is only 3-3 in league play, but it comes in off back-to-back victories. In fact note that Michigan is 0-4 in true road games this year. The Wolverines score an average of 77.9 PPG and they allow 68.6, while Iowa averages 79.3 PPG and it allows 68.9. Key Trends: - Michigan is 1-4 ATS on the road this year. - The Wolverines are only 3-4 ATS this season vs. good offensive teams which average 77 plus points per game. The verdict: I look for Michigan's road woes to carry over here vs. this red hot home side; lay the points! |
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01-17-20 | Wizards +10 v. Raptors | Top | 111-140 | Loss | -105 | 25 h 14 m | Show |
My 10* CLASH-OF-THE-TITANS is on the Washington Wizards. Toronto is going to be in the playoffs at the end of the year and depending on how healthy it is, it has a legitimate shot at once again advancing to the NBA Finals. At 13-27, the Wizards are already planning and looking ahead to next year. All of that said, I do indeed feel though that this one favors the hungry visiting side, as I look for Toronto to come out and flat and to get caught looking past its lowly opponent tonight. Toronto is in Minnesota tomorrow night, followed by a game in Atlanta, so the "look ahead" is also a concern for Raptors bettors tonight. Washington plays with revenge after a 122-118 loss to Toronto in the team's most recent action. And with two whole nights off before a home game vs. the Pistons, the Wizards' full focus is on trying to upset the defending champs here. Key Trends: - Washington is already 7-3 ATS this year (that's 70%) as a road dog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - Toronto is already a disturbingly poor 0-4 ATS this season off an puset win as a road underdog. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a competitive battle until the final moments! |
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01-16-20 | Marist +12 v. Monmouth | Top | 66-74 | Win | 100 | 22 h 38 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on Marist. I think Marist, which comes in off a 69-52 loss at home to Rigers on Sunday, will keep this one closer than what Las Vegas is trying to lead us to believe. Braden Bell had nine points and three streal in the most recent setback for the Red Foxes. Monmouth enters off an 84-70 loss at Quinnipiac. The Hawks are 5-0 at home this year and are led by Deion Hammond with 15.3 PPG. But with a game at Manahattan on Saturday night, I think the home side gets caught "looking past" its lowly opponent to that much more difficult contest vs. the No. 2 team in the conference standings. Key Trends: - Marist is a strong 4-1 ATS in its last five as a road dog in the 9.5 to 12 points range (including 1-0 ATS this year.) - Monmouth is already just 1-2 ATS this year as a home favorite. The verdict: The stars and the planets have aligned for the Red Foxes tonight; grab up all those points! |
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01-15-20 | Pistons +9.5 v. Celtics | Top | 116-103 | Win | 100 | 24 h 45 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on the Detroit Pistons. On paper, the Celtics are the better team. They also have the home floor advantage. But Detroit is the "hungrier" team tonight and while I'll stop short in calling for the outright upset, I do think that the writing is on the wall and a "nail biter" is in the cards. Detroit enters off a tough OT loss to the Pelicans, while the C's come in off a double-digit win over the Bulls. Yes, Detroit is down to Andre Drummond and Derrick Rose for the most part, but it clearly will be hungry to get off the schneid. Also note that the Celtics are expected to rest offensive star Jason Tatum this evening. Key Trends: - Detroit is 5-1 ATS in its last six after allowing 105 points or more in five straight games. - Boston is just 3-5 ATS in its last eight after two straight victories by ten points or more. The verdict: The clincher? I think it sets up as a "look ahead" spot as well, as Boston is in Milwaukee tomorrow night to take on the East leading Bucs. Grab the points and expect a battle until the final horn! |
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01-15-20 | George Mason v. George Washington +2 | Top | 67-73 | Win | 100 | 24 h 35 m | Show |
My 10* TOP DOG is on George Washington. I think that 12-4 George Mason takes a step back here vs. this hungry 6-10 George Washington home side. To say this is a "revenge game" would be a bit of an understatement, as George Mason has taken four straight in the series, including all three last year. The Colonials lost to Duquesne last time out, while the Patriots got the better of La Salle. Previous to its latest win though, George Mason had lost three in a row. The Colonial lost 66-61 to the Dukes, led by 14 points from Jameer Nelson Jr. Key Trends: - While the Patriots have been winning SU in this series, they've stumbled badly ATS, going just 2-6 ATS in their last eight vs. George Washington. - George Washington is a perfect 5-0 ATS in its last five as a home dog of three points or less. The verdict: Grab the points, but obviously we're expecting an outright win here! |
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01-14-20 | Rockets v. Grizzlies +4.5 | Top | 110-121 | Win | 100 | 27 h 20 m | Show |
My 10* GAME OF THE WEEK is on the Memphis Grizzlies. Houston comes in off a win over Minnesota, but I think it'll have its hands full in this difficult road venue this evening. The Grizzlies won't be going down without a fight at home and they enter playing their absolute best ball of the season, having won six straight after a victory over the Warriors last time out. The Rockets are going to be without Russell Westbrook tonight though, as the super star guard will not play both games in a back-to-back situation, with Houston at home to Portland tomorrow night. That's then followed by the Lakers coming to town next weekend. This not only sets up as a letdown spot in my opinion for the Rockets, but it's also a look ahead spot. Letdown/look-ahead = trap. Ja Morant has posted double digits in scoring during the Grizzlies six-game run. Key Trends: - The Grizzlies are 5-0 ATS in their last five after allowing 100 points or more in their previous outing. - The Rockets are interestingly just 1-6 ATS in their last seven vs. home teams with a losing SU record. The verdict: For sure the outright victory is possible, but in the end I'm going to grab the points! |
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01-14-20 | Nebraska +18 v. Ohio State | Top | 68-80 | Win | 100 | 26 h 40 m | Show |
My 10* GAME OF THE WEEK is on Nebraska. The 7-9 Nebraska Cornhuskers storm into the Pacific Northwest looking to pull off the big outright upset vs. the 11-5 Ohio State Buckeyes on Monday night. Ohio State is the better "on paper," but the Buckeyes enter with absolutely no momentum whatsoever, having lost five of their last six. Nebraska beat Iowa, but then stumbled to Northwestern 62-57 last time out. The Huskers rank 22nd in the country with only 11.2 turnovers per game, meaning that they don't usually "beat themselves." Ohio State lost 66-54 to Inidana last time out. Key Trends: - Nebraska is already 2-0 ATS this year off a loss vs. a conference rival. - The Huskers are 4-1 ATS in their last five off a road cover where it lost SU as an underdog. - The Buckeyes are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight off an upset loss as a favorite (including only 1-2 ATS this season.) The verdict: Both teams are hungry. Expect a battle. Also, grab the points! |
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01-12-20 | Hornets v. Suns -8 | Top | 92-100 | Push | 0 | 13 h 35 m | Show |
My 10* ULTIMATE OF THE ULTIMATE is on the Phoenix Suns. Charlotte has somehow already taken two of three from Phoenix in the season series this year. The Suns broke a two-game slide though with a win over Orlando last time out and I thikn they're going to pull away late here for a convincing victory as well. The Hornets on the other hand are coming off another terrible performance, falling 109-92 to the Jazz. Key Trends: - Charlotte is interestingly already 1-5 ATS this year when playing on a "Sunday." - The Hornets are just 9-10 ATS this year after playing a road game. - Phoenix is interestingly 3-0 ATS this season already after failing to cover the spread in three or more straight games. The verdict: The Suns are fully healthy and they're finally starting to play together as a team. This one has home side "blowout" written all over it; play on the Suns! |
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01-11-20 | Long Beach State +13 v. UC-Santa Barbara | Top | 55-52 | Win | 100 | 16 h 44 m | Show |
My 10* BEWARE OF DOG TOP DOG is on LBSU. I like the 5-12 LBSU 49ers to sneak in the under the radar here and catch the 12-4 UCSB Gauchos off guard tonight. I'm not calling for an outright upset, but everything points to a much tighter battle than what Las Vegas is trying to lead us to believe in my opinion. UCSB comes in content after six straight wins, most recently a 63-45 victory over Cal Poly. JaQuori McLaughlin averages 15.3 PPG. LBSU enters off a 95-77 loss to Cal State Northridge. Michael Carter III was a bright spot in the setback with 19 points. Key Trends: - LBSU is 5-1 ATS in its last six after failing to cover the spread in three or more straight games. - UC Santa Barbara is already a poor 1-2 ATS this season as a home favorite of 12.5 points or more. The verdict: I think the Gauchos come in complacent and I believe the 49ers will play desperately. Grab the points and expect this one to come down to the wire! |
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01-10-20 | Magic v. Suns -1.5 | Top | 94-98 | Win | 100 | 28 h 11 m | Show |
My 10* GAME OF THE YEAR is on the Phoenix Suns. The Suns won four straight ATS, but they come into this one "desperate" after back-to-back losses. First it was a 121-114 setback to the Grizzlies, who were playing their second game of a back-to-back. Then it was a 114-103 loss at home to Sacramento. The Suns are ready to get back into the winners circle here with some very "winnable" games ahead of them. After tonight they have Charlotte at home, followed by the Hawks and Knicks on the road. Note as well that the Suns play with revenge here after falling 128-114 to the Magic back in early December. The Magic come in off back-to-back wins, beating Brooklyn 101-89 and Washington 123-89. Complacency is an issue for this Orlando team and maintaining consistency on the road from one game to the next has been a weak point as well. With upcoming games at Sacramento, the Lakers and the Clippers, Orlando could very well be caught "looking past" their lowly non-conference opponent tonight as well. Key Trends: - Orlando is a poor 3-7 ATS in its last ten off a home victory vs. a division rival (including 0-2 ATS this year.) - Phoenix has been "lights out" in a "revenge role" this year, going 17-6 ATS in that department (including 7-2 ATS in revenging a loss of ten points or more.) The verdict: Check out Orlando's five road victories this year: twice against the Cavs, twice against the Wiz and also vs. the Pelicans. I look for this revenge minded and amped up home side to lay the hammer down from start to finish; lay the points! |
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01-10-20 | Northern Kentucky v. Illinois-Chicago +1.5 | Top | 68-52 | Loss | -115 | 24 h 4 m | Show |
My 10* GAME OF THE MONTH is on Illinois Chicago.  The 10-6 Norse invade 6-11 Illinois Chicago on Friday night and I'm expecting a minor upset. Despite having the better record, NKU has still lost three of its last five games. Same for the Flames. UIC is better at home than on the road and I believe they'll be the hungrier team on the floor as well. NKU got a season-high 21 points from Bryson Langdon in the Norse's most recent 75-64 win over Oakland, but the continued absence of leading-scorer Dantez Walton is significant tonight in my opinion. The Flames though are desperate after three straight losses, including a 64-62 nail-biter to Milwaukee. Darius Roy was a bright spot in the setback with 19 points. Key Trends: - NKU is a poor 9-13 ATS in its last 22 as a road favorite or pick. - Illinois Chicago is 4-1 ATS in its last five as a home dog of three points or less or pick. The verdict: I think the home side finds a way to get the job done at the end of the night; play on UIC! |
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01-08-20 | Northwestern +13 v. Indiana | Top | 62-66 | Win | 100 | 12 h 19 m | Show |
My 10* ULTIMATE OF THE ULTIMATE is on Northwestern. Am I suggesting that Northwestern will pull off the outright upset here? I'm not. But I do think that the hungry Wildcats are going to come out on fire and I look for them to keep this one close down the stretch. The Hoosiers are susceptible right now as well after back-to-back losses. The Wildcats do have one respectable win this year, taking down Providence at the start of the season. Key Trends: - Northwestern is already 6-2 ATS this year as an underdog (and 3-1 ATS as a road dog.) - The Wildcats are 5-3 ATS this season vs. teams with winning records. - Indiana is already 0-2 ATS this year as a home favorite in the 12.5 to 18 points range. The verdict: Clearly Indiana is the better team. But I believe the desperate Wildcats come in under the radar here and cover with the large spread they've been afforded tonight; grab the points! |
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01-07-20 | Knicks v. Lakers -13.5 | Top | 87-117 | Win | 100 | 31 h 58 m | Show |
My 10* GAME OF THE MONTH is on the LA Lakers. New York has surprised people of late and it most recently took the Clippers down to the wire in this very building, but eventually falling 135-132. The Lakers have continued to win, but they haven't been blowing teams out of the water or anything. But I think that the writing is on the wall and a major letdown for the Knicks is imminent here. The Lakers have won four straight, most recently a 106-99 win over Detroit in which they posted 20 blocks. Key Trends: - New York is interestinly just 6-12 ATS in its last 18 after a close loss by three points or less (including going 1-3 ATS this year.) - The Knicks are just 7-10 ATS this season after covering the spread in their last game. - The Lakers are 2-1 ATS this season as a home favorite of 12.5 or more points. The verdict: The Lakers have been a popular fade over the last month, but I think that trend ends quick fast in a hurry tonight. Lay the points, because I'm expecting a blowout! |
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01-07-20 | Iowa v. Nebraska +8 | Top | 70-76 | Win | 100 | 30 h 34 m | Show |
My 10* GAME OF THE YEAR is on Nebraska. The 6-8 Nebraska Cornhuskers close out a five-game home stand in need of a victory. An upset here over 10-4 Iowa would go a long way in helping turn the season around. Nebraska has won three of the last five in the series, including 93-91 in OT last March. The Hawkeyes look poised for a letdown here though in my opinion after their 89-86 loss to Penn State last time out. There were ten ties and 30 lead changes in that contest, so after that emotional setback, everything points to another letdown tonight. Iowa averages 83 PPG and it concedes 81.3. Nebraska averages 74 and it concedes 77. On paper, clearly the Hawkeyes have the advantage. But situationally and motivationally, I believe the Huskers have the advantage tonight. Key Trends: - Iowa is a poor 6-18 ATS in its last 24 road games. - The Hawkeyes are just 1-3 ATS in their last four after scoring 85 points or more in two straight games. - Nebraska is 18-10 ATS in its last 18 after failing to cover the spread in its last game (including 5-2 ATS this year.) The verdict: CJ Fredrick is listed as questionable for the visitors as well, as he sprained his ankle in the loss to the Nittany Lions. The visitors are the better team on most nights, but not tonight. I'm grabbing the points and expecting a battle until the final horn! |
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01-05-20 | Blazers +6 v. Heat | Top | 111-122 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 46 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on the Blazers. Portland lost by 20 in New York, but it bounced back finally in the Nation's capital with a convincing win over the Wizards last time out. The Blazers won't be lacking for motivation here and I feel they offer great value to sneak in under the radar here and (at the very least!) score the comfortable ATS cover. I think the combination of CJ McCollom, Damian Lillard and Carmelo Anthony keep the visiting side in this one late. The Heat come in off a terrible 105-85 home loss to Orlando as well on Friday. And with a couple nights off before three straight road games vs. Eastern Conference opponents, would anyone fault the home side in some small way looking past its lowly non-conference opponent tonight? Key Trends: - Portland is interestingly 16-6 ATS in its last 22 vs. the Southeast Division (including 3-0 ATS this season). - The Blazers are 3-1 ATS in their last four as a road dog of six points or less. - Miami is already a poor 1-4 ATS this season as a home favorite of six points or less. The verdict: I like the very hungry visiting side to take this one down to the wire; grab the points! |
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01-04-20 | Hornets +12.5 v. Mavs | Top | 123-120 | Win | 100 | 27 h 54 m | Show |
My 10* BEWARE OF DOG plays in on the Charlotte Hornets. The Hornets broke a five-game slide with a 109-106 outright win in Cleveland last time out and I think they offer great value to comfortably sneak in through the back door down the stretch here as well. Dallas broke a two-game slide with a 123-111 win over the Nets in its last outing, but this is a spot in which they've struggled in for bettors in the past and I think those trends carry over here. Key Trends: - As note that Dallas is a poor 7-10 ATS at home this season. - Also note that the Mavs are a terrible 4-8 ATS this season after scoring 120 points or more in their previous outing. - Conversely note that the Hornets are a sharp 10-5 ATS in their last 15 on the road. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab the ample points! |
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01-04-20 | Arkansas-Pine Bluff v. Mississippi Valley State +4.5 | Top | 80-76 | Win | 100 | 23 h 14 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on Mississippi Valley State. These are two very poor teams. Arkansas-Pine Bluff is 1-11. Mississippi State Valley is 1-12. That said, I don't think that the home floor advantage can be overlooked as a very real deciding factor in this particular contest. Not only that, but the Devils play with revenge here after getting smoked by Arkansas Pine Bluff 91-57 last March. Key Trends: - Arkansas Pine-Bluff is just 2-7 ATS in its last nine as a road favorite. - Mississippi Valley State is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 as a home dog in the -2 to -5.5 range after a three-games or longer losing streak. The verdict: These teams are evenly matched, but the situational and trend based factors working in favor of the home side today make it the correct call; play on the Devils! |
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01-03-20 | Pelicans v. Lakers -11 | Top | 113-123 | Loss | -110 | 32 h 59 m | Show |
My 10* BIG TIGER is on the LA Lakers. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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01-02-20 | South Alabama v. UL - Lafayette +1 | 60-57 | Loss | -108 | 25 h 5 m | Show | |
My 8* play on UL Lafayette. South Alabama is 7-6 and UL Lafayette is 5-8. The Cajuns though come in as the "hungrier" team here in my opinoin. Lafayette is 0-2 in Conference play and it's also on an overall five-game losing streak, most recently competitive in another 85-77 loss to UC Santa Barbara. Trajan Wesley was a bright spot in defeat with 17 points. South Alabama on the other hand looks primed for a letdown here in my opinoin as it's won two of its last four, including a 76-47 rout over NAIA opponent Mobile on Saturday. Key Trends: - The Jaguars are just 1-5 ATS in their last six on the road. - The Cajuns are already 3-1 ATS this season after alloing 80 points or more in their previous outing. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it in my opinion; play on UL Lafayette! |
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01-02-20 | Elon +15.5 v. Northeastern | 68-77 | Win | 100 | 24 h 5 m | Show | |
My 8* play on Elon. I think 4-10 Elon, which enters having lost three straight, will be the much "hungrier" team today. Northeastern is 8-6, but complacent after three straight victories. Both teams put up similar offensive numbers, 72 and 68 per contest. The Phoenix also shoot a sharp 37.5 percent from range. They're led by Marcus Sheffield, who is averaging 16.9 PPG. The Huskies are the better team, but after their 88-72 smoke-job of James Madison, I think this one sets up as a "trap" vs. the lowly Phoenix. Key Trends: - Elon is already 4-0 ATS this year as a road dog of 12.5 or more points. - Northeastern is only 1-3 ATS at home this season. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected; grab the points! |
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01-02-20 | James Madison v. NC-Wilmington +3.5 | 64-60 | Loss | -110 | 24 h 36 m | Show | |
My 8* play on NC Wilmington. James Madison is 0-2 in CAA action and I think it's ripe for the picking here for the hungry Seahawks. NC Wilmington is also 0-2 in conference play, but it enters on a dismal seven-game overall losing streak. Suffice it to say, I'm expecting the home side to risk life and limb tonight to pull off the minor upset here. Note that the Dukes are only 1-3 on the road this year, while UNC Wilmington is 4-3 at home. Key Trends: - James Madison is a poor 1-3 ATS in its last four as a road favorite. - The Dukes are already just 2-5 ATS this season after playing a home game. - UNC Wilmington is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 as a home dog or pick. The verdict: I don't think that the home court advantage can be overlooked as a very real deciding factor in this contest. That said, grab the points! |
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01-01-20 | New Mexico v. San Jose State +11.5 | Top | 85-88 | Win | 100 | 15 h 56 m | Show |
My 10* CASH-BOMB is on San Jose State. I think 13-2 New Mexico comes into this one complacent vs. hungry 4-10 San Jose State. The Spartans come in off a confidence building 83-68 win over Pepperdine as well, with guar Brae Ivey scoring a career high 23 points. UNM most recently got the better of UC Davis 74-69 on Sunday, anchored by 20 points from Corey Manigault. The Lobos though struggled to pull away and depth is a concern with a couple lingering injuries to two starters. Key Trends: - SJSU is 7-2 ATS in its last nine road games following a victory in which it won and held its opponent to 70 points or less in. - The Lobos are interestingly 0-5 ATS in their last five road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage of less than .400. The verdict: The Spartans only lost to ranked Utah State by 12 points and they come in off their biggest win of the year. The Lobos on the other hand are starting to show "cracks in the armor" after their extended run. I think the "hungrier" team keeps it closer than what Las Vegas is trying to lead us to believe here; grab the points! |
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12-30-19 | Pistons +10 v. Jazz | Top | 81-104 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 14 m | Show |
My 10* U OF THE U is on the Detroit Pistons. These teams are moving in opposite directions. The Pistons have lost six of seven, while Utah has won seven of eight. Detroit won't be lacking for motivation here today though and I do indeed feel that this sets up as a trap/look-ahead spot for the now complacent home side. Utah enters off a 120-107 win over the Clippers as well, which further lends itself to this being a "letdown" spot for the Jazz in my opinion. Key Trends: - Detroit is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 after a blowout loss by 20 points or more (including 2-1 ATS this season.) - Utah is only 6-8 ATS at home this season. - The Jazz are just 2-4 ATS this year off a road victory. The verdict: I like the "hungrier" team to keep this one tight until the final moments; grab the points! |
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12-30-19 | NC-Wilmington +8.5 v. Drexel | Top | 66-71 | Win | 100 | 10 h 45 m | Show |
My 10* MID-MAJOR MAULING on NC Wilmington. UNCW is 5-9 and Drexel is 7-7. The Seahawks though have dominated this mathcup, as they've won seven of the last eight SU, including going 5-2 ATS in the last seven. That said, Drexel won the last game last year by 12 points as a 4.5 point favorite, meaning that the "revenge factor" also comes into play here for the visiting side. UNCW averages 73 PPG The Dragons come in off a loss as wel to Charleston on Friday and I think they're set up for a letdown here as well. Key Trends: - UNCW is 15-5 ATS in its last 20 off a loss vs. a conference rival. - Drexel is just 2-4 ATS at home this year. The verdict: I think the high-flying Seahawks keep this one close down the stretch; grab the points! |
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12-29-19 | Maine +15.5 v. Hawaii | Top | 51-91 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 10 m | Show |
My 10* MID-MAJOR MAULING is on Maine. This is Maine's biggest road trip in program history and I think it'll make the most of it. The Black Bears come in under the radar here, most recently they lost 74-53 to UMass. Nedeljko Prijovic was a stand out in the setback with 15 points. Hawaii is led by Eddie Stansberry with 16.5 PPG, but with the New Year break coming up, followed by conference play after, I think the Warriors definitely get caught "looking past" their lowly non-conference opponent today. Key Trends: - Maine is 7-2 ATS in its last nine non-conference road games following a 20 points or more loss in its previous outing. - Hawaii is just 2-4 ATS in its last six home games a 15 points or more home favorite vs. a non-conference opponent. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected; grab the points! |
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12-28-19 | Nets v. Rockets -9 | Top | 98-108 | Win | 100 | 12 h 49 m | Show |
My 10* ULTIMATE OF THE ULTIMATE is on the Houston Rockets. Both teams are coming off poor efforts. The Nets though are injured and have zero momentum and I think that trend of futility gets carried over here. Most recently Brooklyn fell 94-82 to the lowly Knicks. The lone bright spot was Spencer Dinwiddie, who had 25 point sin the setback. Overall Brooklyn averages and concedes 111 PPG. The Rockets won four in a row before an X-Mas Day upset at Golden State, falling 116-114. Russell Westbrook had 30 points in the setback: "We were up by 13 in the first half and for some reason we decided to start fouling them and putting them on the line and that cost us," coach Mike D'Antoni said. "Defensively we gave up 64 points in the first half and that's not good enough." Key Trends: - Houston is 9-1 ATS in its last ten when playing on two days rest. - The Rockets are 4-1 ATS in their last five following a SU loss of more than ten points. - Brooklyn is only 1-4 ATS in its last five vs. teams with a winning percentage above .600. The verdict: The Rockets were embarrassed on National TV in front of the whole world just a couple of days ago and now they get a chance to annihilate this injured Nets team. Expect a blowout! |
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12-27-19 | Bucks -11 v. Hawks | Top | 112-86 | Win | 100 | 11 h 52 m | Show |
My 10* BLOWOUT BEST OF THE BEST is on the Milwaukee Bucks. After getting embarrassed on X-Mas Day in Philadelphia, I look for the Bucks to bounce back here and to take out their frustrations on the lowly Hawks. Whether Giannis Antetokounmpo plays or not tonight, I like Chris Middleton and the Bucks to deliver the goods here. Milwaukee has incredible depth and it's defense is going to be able to slow down this weak Hawks' attack. ATL most recently lost in Cleveland and it enters the post-X-Mas break with zero momentum. Overall the Hawks concede 118.6 PPG, the worst in the NBA. Key Trends: - Milwaukee is 30-11 ATS in its last 41 off an upset loss as a favorite (including 3-1 ATS this season.) - ATL is just 3-5 ATS this year revenging a same season loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: This one has all the makings of an epic blowout; lay the points! |
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12-26-19 | Wizards v. Pistons -6 | Top | 102-132 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show |
My 10* REVENGE U OF THE U is on the Detroit Pistons. They say "revenge is a dish best served cold." Washington has already taken the first two meetings between these teams and it enters off a rare road win over the Knicks in its last game. Can anyone say "letdown" spot? Detroit on the other hand enters off another terrible peformance, this time falling at home to the 76ers. The Pistons are desperate for a victory and they play with the "double revenge" factor. I think the revenge angle works here tonight. Key Trends: - Washington is an unbelievably bad 10-21 ATS in its last 31 when playing with two days rest. - Detroit is 3-1 ATS in its last four after a blowout loss by 15 points or more. The verdict: The stage is set for a massive lop-sided blowout for the home side here; lay the points! |
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12-25-19 | Pelicans +9.5 v. Nuggets | 112-100 | Win | 100 | 15 h 55 m | Show | |
My 8* play is on the Pelicans. The Pelicans come in under the radar today. Yes it's Christmas Day, but I believe that works in favor of the visitors, who won't be around familiar faces to distract them earlier in the day. New Orleans enters off an impressive 102-94 road win at Portland as well and I believe it carries that momentum over. After seven straight victories, I believe the Nuggets do indeed get caught flat-footed here. To sum it up, this one has "trap" written all over it for the home side in my opinion. Key Trends: - New Orleans is 7-2 ATS in its last nine after holding its previous opponent to 95 points or less. - Denver is only 3-4 ATS as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range already this season. The verdict: I think the Pels hang on X-Mas day; grab the points! |
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12-25-19 | Clippers v. Lakers -2 | 111-106 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 25 m | Show | |
My 8* play is on the LA Lakers. This is a revenge game for the Lakers after they fell to the Clippers in these team's respective season openers. Clearly it wouldn't be too hard to write a convincing argument for either side, but the Lakers have come a long way since that first game and with the entire team expected to be given a clean bill of health, I believe the "revenge factor" works tonight. Key Trends: - The Clippers are 0-3 ATS already this year after scoring 110 points or more in four straight games. - The Lakers are 3-1 ATS as an underdog this season. - The Lakers are 9-4 ATS in revengin a loss vs. an opponent (including 6-1 ATS in revenging a loss vs. an opponent as the favorite.) The verdict: I like The King to get the better of The Claw tonight; play on the Lakers! |
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12-25-19 | Rockets -11 v. Warriors | 104-116 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 25 m | Show | |
My 8* play is on the Rockets The Warriors are coming off two straight victories. Golden State's success these days revolves around the play of D'Angelo Russell and while he's playing admirably, I think he'll be completely short-handed here to handle the red hot Rockets, who have won four straight. The Rockets have plenty of fire-power with James Harden and Russell Westbrook, but the issue has been making the two "gel" and have a working chemistry. That does seem to be finally happening now, which is scary for the rest of the league. With a chance to put on a show for the World, I look for these two polarizing players to take over this contest. Key Trends: - Houston is 4-1 ATS already this season after four or more SU victories. - GS is only 6-8 ATS at home this year. - The Warriors are a poor 40-61 ATS in their last 101 after covering the spread in their previous game (including just 4-9 ATS this season.) The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, lay the points! |
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12-25-19 | Bucks v. 76ers +3.5 | 109-121 | Win | 100 | 7 h 56 m | Show | |
My 8* play is on the 76ers. Milwaukee comes in off a 117-89 home win over Indiana, while Philadelphia crushed Detroit 125-109 on the road on Monday. This is the first matchup of the year between these Eastern Conference heavyweights and while the Bucks did take two of the three meetings last season, I think that the home court advantage on X-Mas Day can't be ruled out as a major deciding factor once it's all said and done. Key Trends: - Milwaukee is already a poor 1-3 ATS this year as a road favorite of six points or less. - The Bucks are also interestingly only 1-3 ATS this year after three straight covers as the favorite. - Philadelphia is 6-1 ATS in its last seven as a home dog. The verdict: It wouldn't be hard to write a convincing argument for either side, but after losing two of three last year, I think the 76ers offer great value to steal this one at home on X-Mas day; play on Philly! |
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