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03-04-18 | 76ers v. Bucks +2 | Top | 110-118 | Win | 100 | 9 h 21 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over 76ers- The Bucks are dropping fast losing their last four games but still are in a solid position to make the playoffs entrenched in the seventh spot 1.5 games behind the Sixers. Milwaukee made a coaching change jettisoning Jason Kidd to the unemployed and immediacy when on a winning streak but the euphoric effects seem to have worn off. The mini slump for the Bucks has seen Giannis Antetokoumpo shoot under 40% the last four game and a turn around is expected here. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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03-04-18 | Temple +2 v. Tulsa | Top | 58-76 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 3 m | Show |
Temple at Tulsa 3:00 ET Owls (+) over Golden Hurricane- Two clubs that were considered dead even about two weeks ago have taken different paths down the stretch. Tulsa has won seven of eight while the Owls have dropped three of four. The Golden Hurricane are locked into the 4th seed in the AAC while Temple who lost heartbreakers to Wichita State and Houston before a loss to lowly Connecticut. A small conflict in trends has Tulsa 11-5 ATS in their last 16 home games while Temple is 7-2 ATS in their last nine games overall. Take the OWLS! |
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03-04-18 | Cincinnati +3.5 v. Wichita State | Top | 62-61 | Win | 100 | 2 h 12 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Wichita State 12:00 ET Bearcats (+) over Shockers- When the All American Conference was formed most felt the Connecticut was the prize school to enter but they have fallen upon difficult times while Cincinnati and Wichita State became the most formidable. Cincinnati owns a 1-game lead over Wichita State with the Shockers owning a 76-72 win in January and this contest will determine the No. 1 seed for the playoffs. This is the Shockers first season in the ACC after leaving the Missouri Valley Conference where they played since 1945. The Bearcats had won 39 straight home games before their loss to the State and will get their revenge here. Take CINCINNATI! |
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03-03-18 | Celtics v. Rockets -8 | Top | 120-123 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 28 m | Show |
Boston at Houston 8:30 ET Rockets (+) over Celtics- These two have the longest winning streaks on the NBA season as the Celtics had a 16-game streak as the season unfolded and now it is Houston that has a 14-game winning streak their second such streak of the year. In a meeting at the TD Garden in Boston on Dec. 28 the Celtics won 99-98 after Houston blew a 26-point lead. The Rockets played that contests without Chris Paul, Clint Capela and Luc Mbah a Moute. The Celtics who have won 4-in-a-row have struggled on offense at times and tonight they get exposed. Take HOUSTON! |
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03-03-18 | North Carolina v. Duke -7 | Top | 64-74 | Win | 100 | 11 h 15 m | Show |
North Carolina at Duke 8:15 ET Blue Devils (-) over Tar Heels- In a rarity both No. 9 North Carolina and No. 6 Duke are coming off losses Monday as they both were beaten by last-second baskets. This is the second meetings of the year between these two and the Tar Heels won their first one at home 82-78 as they committed just two turnovers. Despite that loss Duke has won six of the last nine meetings and are 37-11 against Top-10 ranked teams at home. The Devils' Grayson Allen has picked up his offensive output of late and with the home court where Duke is 9-4 ATS while the Heels are 6-9 ATS on the road. Take DUKE! |
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03-02-18 | Iowa State v. Oklahoma -9.5 | Top | 60-81 | Win | 100 | 12 h 30 m | Show |
Iowa State at Oklahoma 9:00 ET Sooners (-) over Cyclones- Anyone that has paid any kind of attention to college basketball this season is well aware of the Sooners swoon as they started the season 12-1 and have now lost seven of eight and 10 of 13. Oklahoma is just 3-13 ATS in their last 16 contests as a good part of their failing has coincided with Trae Young's shooting slump but to tell the true the rest of the squad just isn't all that good. Iowa State is actually the worst of the Big-12 especially on the road where they are 0-9 straight-up and 4-9 ATS overall. The Cyclones are 21-8-1 ATS in the last 30 meetings but have been decimated by injuries this year. Take OKLAHOMA! |
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03-02-18 | Hornets +4 v. 76ers | Top | 99-110 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 25 m | Show |
Charlotte at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over 76ers- The question to me here is 'Can Philadelphia get emotionally ready' after coming off a national TV win over Cleveland last night which ended an 11-game losing streak to the Cavaliers. The 76ers have won eight of their last 10 but are just 2-4 ATS in their last six. Charlotte was hammer by Boston 134-106 last time out after winning their previous five. The Hornets are coming of a terrible loss and will be in bounce-back mode tonight. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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03-01-18 | 76ers +3 v. Cavs | Top | 108-97 | Win | 100 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Cleveland 8:00 ET 76ers (+) over Cavaliers- The most improved club on the floor this season is the 76ers as their youth movement led by Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. But, Philadelphia who is most likely headed to the playoffs have dropped their last two while Cleveland has turned things around since their blockbuster trade and have won seven of their past nine games. Stat wise there are huge conflicts as these two met for years with the 76ers still the doormat of the NBA. The Cavaliers have won 11 straight against the Sixers and 14 of the last 15 and are 16-7 ATS in the last 23 meetings. Cleveland's issue is that they are 4-22 ATS in their last 26 home games against sub .500 opponents. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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03-01-18 | Virginia v. Louisville +4 | Top | 67-66 | Win | 100 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
Virginia at Louisville 8:00 ET Cardinals (+) over Cavaliers- Virginia has already locked up the ACC regular season title and the No. 1 seed in the ACC Tournament next week. Louisville on the other hand has had a season of turmoil between losing coach Rick Pitino and other off the court issues. The Cardinals are on the 'bubble' and this should give them enough incentive against a team that has already clinched. Although Virginia hasn't lost a road game since February 2017 a loss to North Carolina. Louisville has shuffled their lineup in recent games and are scrambling for each win. They need the wins and have a chance here. Take LOUISVILLE! |
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02-28-18 | Thunder v. Mavs +5.5 | Top | 111-110 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Thunder- Well, the crybabies are screaming louder then thunder as Oklahoma City's 'Big-3' Westbrook, Anthony and George are complaining about the lack of whistles going their way. With the least amount of passes to teammates for assists in the NBA the Thunder should try and move the ball to players in better position and stop their bitching. Dallas is who we knew they would be but this talk of tanking has all eyes upon the team from Texas. The Mavericks have won 2-of-3 meetings this season and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take DALLAS! |
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02-28-18 | Temple v. Connecticut +2.5 | Top | 66-72 | Win | 100 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
Temple at Connecticut 7:00 ET Huskies (+) over Owls- Does coach really matter or is it just recruiting? Well, for Connecticut since the departure of former coach Jim Calhoun the Huskies have become an also-ran under Kevin Ollie who was national Champion for the Huskies while playing for Calhoun. Temple demolished UConn earlier this season 85-57 and is 7-1 ATS in their last eight games overall while under Ollie the Huskies are just 7-21 ATS in their last 28 home games. So, with these lopsided stats why are the Owls less then a long range field goal favorite. Take CONNECTICUT! |
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02-27-18 | Oklahoma +3.5 v. Baylor | Top | 64-87 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 9 m | Show |
Oklahoma at Baylor 9:00 ET Sooners (+) over Bears- It looks like the Sooners swoon losers of six straight and 0-8 ATS has ended with their impressive 86-77 win over Kansas State. The fact that Oklahoma's last win before their slide was against these same Bears 98-96 as Trae Young scored 44 points and the winner of the first meeting has swept the series five of the past six years. Oklahoma has struggled on the road going 0-8 ATS while the Bears are 6-2 ATS in their last eight contest but the over-riding factor is that the Sooners are 25-12-2 ATS in the last 39 meetings. That is a large sample and I'll trust it. Take OKLAHOMA! |
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02-27-18 | 76ers v. Heat +1 | Top | 101-102 | Win | 102 | 8 h 23 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over 76ers- The final two clubs in playoff position in the East face off in Miami as the 8th seed Heat host the 7th seed 76ers. Miami broke out of a nine-game slump where they went 1-8 straight with a huge 115-89 win over hapless Memphis on Saturday. Philadelphia on the flip side lost Sunday to Washington Sunday after having won seven in-a-row and will play seven of their next eight on the road. The Sixers have lost their last two trips to Miami by an average 25 points and fall short once again. Take MIAMI! |
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02-27-18 | Oklahoma State v. Iowa State +1.5 | Top | 80-71 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 10 m | Show |
Oklahoma State at Iowa State 7:00 ET Cyclones (+) over Cowboys- Man this is scary, I mean I know how bad Iowa State really is compared to the rest of the Big-12 and how badly the Cowboys need this game. Oklahoma State is on the bring of playing themselves out of the NCAA tournament with losses in three of their last four games. Iowa State has seen their year go down with injuries as they are missing three starters and are seeing freshman get more playing time. The Cowboys have a 64-63 series edge but the Cyclones have won 10 of the last 11 meetings including six straight in Ames. Somehow...it's IOWA STATE! |
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02-26-18 | Rockets v. Jazz +2.5 | Top | 96-85 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 19 m | Show |
Houston at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Rockets- Yes, I do understand that the Rockets have blasted-off and have won 12-in-a-row and 20 of their last 22. Utah on the other hand is 0-4 ATS in their last four home games (something that is very rare) but tonight they are up against the NBA's highest scoring team and they have held 10 of its last 13 opponents under 100 points. Defense is the key for the Jazz and they will put it on display tonight. Take UTAH! |
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02-26-18 | Duke v. Virginia Tech +6 | Top | 63-64 | Win | 100 | 9 h 53 m | Show |
Duke at Virginia Tech 7:00 ET Hokies (+) over Blue Devils- No. 5 Duke is making a late season move as they have won their last five including four contests where freshman sensation Marvin Bagley III was sidelined with a knee sprain. The Blue Devils have dominated this series defeating Virginia Tech 74-52 two weeks ago and hold a 46-9 series advantage. The Hokies got caught looking ahead to this encounter Saturday's as they fell to Louisville but have won four of their last six. As a matter of fact Tech is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 ACC games and will get the cash tonight. Take VIRGINIA TECH! |
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02-25-18 | Rockets v. Nuggets +5 | Top | 119-114 | Push | 0 | 10 h 54 m | Show |
Houston at Denver 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Rockets- Houston who is fighting tooth and nail with Golden State for the top spot in the West have won 11 straight and 18 of 20 going 14-6 ATS in that span. Denver is also a team that is streaking but not to the extent of the Rockets as they have won 10 of 13 and are 7-1 in February going 7-2 ATS in their last nine. Houston has built a strong record against a number of 'soft' teams but now they must play 12 of the next 13 games against teams with winning records. Denver has enough to surprise here. Take the NUGGETS! |
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02-25-18 | Penn State +1 v. Nebraska | Top | 64-76 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 44 m | Show |
Penn State at Nebraska 5:15 ET Nittany Lions (+) over Cornhuskers- Nebraska perennially are one of the 'bubble' team that ends up in the NIT or some other minor tournament. The Cornhuskers have had a great year ATS going 21-7 and are 15-1 straight-up at home including 10-1 ATS in their last 11 home games. So, my question is why is this home team such a small favorite? Probably because Penn State has come up 'big' a number of times this season and they have better balance then Nebraska. The Lions are 7-2 ATS in their last nine in the Big Ten and get the money here. Take PENN STATE! |
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02-24-18 | Auburn +2.5 v. Florida | Top | 66-72 | Loss | -106 | 12 h 57 m | Show |
Auburn at Florida 8:30 ET Tigers (+) over Gators- I know it was only a point or so but I can't see how or why Florida would be favored in this game. They in my mind just don't have the horses and usually as I have said before the come up short in big games more often then not. Not only are the Gators 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight games against the SEC they are only 3-9-1 ATS in their last 13 home games. Auburn meanwhile I son a mission and led by coach Bruce Pearl they are 12-3 ATS in their last 15 SEDC games, they are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 games overall and they are 10-4 ATS on the road. This time I'll back the trends. Take AUBURN! |
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02-24-18 | Celtics v. Knicks +5 | Top | 121-112 | Loss | -107 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
Boston at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Celtics- Boston has won 2-of-3 meetings against New York already this season with the last win three weeks ago when they posted their largest margin of victory 103-73 this season. One thing about professionals is that they respond when embarrassed or humiliated. New York who is without their All-Star Porzingis broke an eight-game losing streak with a 120-113 win at Orlando last time out. The Celtics are in the second of back-to backs as they won at Detroit last night. This time out take NEW YORK! |
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02-23-18 | Ohio State v. Indiana +2 | Top | 80-78 | Push | 0 | 10 h 22 m | Show |
Ohio State at Indiana 8:00 ET Hoosiers (+) over Buckeyes- Ohio State at times looked like the best in the Big Ten and then there are times they look like a different animal. The Buckeyes won the first meeting 71-56 as hosts but have had different results when the take to the road as they try to sweep the series for the first time since 2011. Indiana had won four straight before their loss to Nebraska Tuesday but have won four of the last five meetings at home. State has lost their last two road games by a combined 35 points. Take INDIANA! |
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02-23-18 | Hornets +4 v. Wizards | Top | 122-105 | Win | 100 | 9 h 40 m | Show |
Charlotte at Washington 7:05 ET Hornets (+) over Wizards- Washington did what they were supposed to do last night and took down the Cavaliers (Megabucks winner) 110-103 and have now won eight of their last 10 playing without All-Star John Wall. The Wizards are 17-10 straight-up at home but a lowly 10-17 ATS and they are 4-0 ATS home games against the Hornets. Charlotte has already defeated Washington twice this season and will pick up their third win tonight. Take the HORNETS! |
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02-22-18 | Arizona State +3.5 v. Oregon | Top | 68-75 | Loss | -102 | 13 h 11 m | Show |
Arizona State at Oregon 11:00 ET Sun Devils (+) over Ducks- At one time this season Arizona State was 12-0 and ranked No. 4 but have managed to split their last 14 games and are just 3-10-2 ATS in their last 10 Pac-12 games. Oregon is off two losses to USC and UCLA in Los Angeles last weekend and are in danger of dropping three straight for the first time in over four-years. The Ducks are 123-16 straight-up at home but the road team is 12-3-1 ATS between these two with Oregon posting a win in Tempe 76-72 in mid-January. In revenge mode the Devils fork the Ducks. Take ARIZONA STATE! |
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02-22-18 | Wizards +5.5 v. Cavs | Top | 110-103 | Win | 100 | 9 h 33 m | Show |
Washington at Cleveland 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Cavaliers- What a move! The Cavaliers got younger, faster, quicker and found some players willing to attempt some defense. Cleveland has won four straight since the 'trade' and have won five of the last six meetings with the Wizards including two wins this season straight-up but are just 2-5 ATS as hosts. King James off the All-star MVP is averaging 30 points, 9.5 rebounds and 13 assists in the Cavs last four while the Wizards have won seven of nine without John Wall and can do it here. Take WASHINGTON! |
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02-21-18 | North Carolina v. Syracuse +4 | Top | 78-74 | Push | 0 | 9 h 20 m | Show |
North Carolina at Syracuse 7:00 ET Orange (+) over Tar Heels- For those of you that think there is a huge advantage for Syracuse playing in the Carrier Dome think again, the Orange are just 4-9 ATS as hosts in their last 13. North Carolina is one of the strongest rebounding teams in the nation and ranks 2nd in offensive rebounding and lead the nation in rebounding margin at 11.7. The Orange will have to rely on their 10th rated scoring defense as they allow just 63.4 points at home and with the Tar Heels missing big men Isaiah Hicks and Kennedy Meeks they will take advantage. Take SYRACUSE! |
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02-20-18 | West Virginia -113 v. Baylor | Top | 71-60 | Win | 100 | 9 h 56 m | Show |
West Virginia at Baylor 7:00 ET Mountaineers (+) over Bears- I can still see the steam coming out of Bob Huggins ears as West Virginia was outscored 19-3 in the final four minutes against Kansas Saturday as the Mountaineers were out shot at the free throw line 35 attempts (26 made) for Kansas and just two free throws for the visitors. Baylor has won five straight and is off wins against two ranked teams and now they are just a meager 1-point favorite (overnight) at home against a struggling club that has dropped six of their last 10. It just seems like it's the Mountaineers turn to pull the upset. Take WEST VIRGINIA! |
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02-19-18 | Miami-FL +4.5 v. Notre Dame | Top | 77-74 | Win | 100 | 9 h 23 m | Show |
Miami-FL at Notre Dame 7:00 ET Hurricanes (+) over Fighting Irish- So what has happened to both these clubs...injuries is what happened. The Hurricanes come blowing into South Bend on the wrong end of three straight while the Fighting Irish have won 3-of-4 including their last two at home. The return of guard Matt Farrell has sparked the Irish as his career high of 37-points led them to a road victory over Boston College while Miami was falling at home against Syracuse. While one guard returned the Canes lost their star guard Bruce Brown Jr. to foot surgery and are 3-3 since his departure. With excellent coaching behind them Miami rebounds here. Take the HURRICANES! |
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02-18-18 | Nebraska v. Illinois +2 | Top | 66-72 | Win | 100 | 6 h 6 m | Show |
Nebraska at Illinois 3:30 ET Illini (+) over Cornhuskers- Right now Nebraska even with 20 wins is on the NCAA Tournament 'Bubble' and a win on the road over even a mediocre team like the Illini would go a long way in the selection committees eyes. Illinois has had so much turmoil the past few seasons from a players revolt and coaches being fired for discipline reasons. The Cornhuskers are 20-6 ATS on the season including an impressive 9-4 ATS on the road while Illinois is just 5-7 ATS in their last 12 games overall and 2-6 ATS in their last eight in conference play. These two played to a 64-63 final already this season with the host 'Huskers' winning in a non-cover. This time the Illini even the score. Take ILLINOIS! |
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02-16-18 | Rhode Island v. St Bonaventure +2.5 | Top | 74-77 | Win | 100 | 9 h 14 m | Show |
Rhode Island at St. Bonaventure 7:00 ET Bonnies (+) over Rams- I was given word on how good Rhode Island is and I didn't think much of it but kept my eye on the Atlantic-10 leader. The Rams have now won 16 in-a-row and take to the road where they are 10-3-1 ATS to face the Bonnies who are 10-1 straight-up at home. URI has won three straight against St. Bonnies and five of six but are just 4-9 ATS in the last 13 meetings. The Rams lost their top senior guard E.C. Mathews to injury last time out while the Bonnies backcourt star Jaylen Adams averaging 3.5 points and 6.2 assists in his last four games and will take advantage. Take ST. BONAVENTURE! |
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02-15-18 | Nuggets +3 v. Bucks | Top | 134-123 | Win | 100 | 11 h 3 m | Show |
Denver at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Bucks- As many of the NBA clubs are starting to fatigue and breakdown these two clubs are making positive strides toward the playoffs. Both clubs have won their last two contests and Denver has won five of their last six while the Bucks are 9-2 since the departure of Jason Kidd as coach. Despite their fine play of late Milwaukee is banged-up and have a score of walking wounded so to speak. This of course will aid the Nuggets who are 10-4 ATS in the last 14 meetings including 5-2 ATS in Milwaukee. Take DENVER! |
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02-15-18 | Ohio State v. Penn State | Top | 56-79 | Win | 100 | 10 h 45 m | Show |
Ohio State at Penn State 8:00 ET Nittany Lions over Buckeyes- Ohio State leads the Big-Ten and have won four straight with their last loss coming at the hands of Penn State 82-79 while the Lions have won five of their last six. The Buckeyes have won the last two meetings at Penn State and are looking to avenge that loss nearly three weeks ago but will now have to contend with Penn State's Josh Reaves as his return after an academic suspension (who else but the Ivy league and Penn State does that) and the Lions are 5-1 since. Take PENN STATE! |
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02-14-18 | Seton Hall +6 v. Xavier | Top | 90-102 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 3 m | Show |
Seton Hall at Xavier 9:00 ET Pirates (+) over Musketeers- Seton Hall has hit a tough patch as they have lost their last three and five of their last seven overall. Xavier meanwhile, is cruising along wining their last eight and has taken over the top spot in the Big East over Villanova. In this year's first meetings the Pirates had a 10-point lead before a 21-7 run by Xavier turned the tide and the result as they won 73-64. The X-men are ranked No. 2 and have are 25-9 ATS in their last 34 games overall. With the return of Angels Delgado has helped the Pirates and will the fact the Musketeers have Villanova up next. Take SETON HALL! |
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02-14-18 | Clippers +5.5 v. Celtics | Top | 129-119 | Win | 100 | 7 h 14 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Boston 8:05 ET Clippers (+) over Celtics- At 40-18 most don't see how much the Celtics are struggling as they have now lost their last two and have dropped eight of their last 14 and are 3-5 in their last eight home games. Los Angeles is 12-5 straight-up in their last 17 and are 4-2 since the trading of Blake Griffin and are 2-1 on their current seven-game road trip and are 18-8 in their last 26 overall. One issue with the Celtics slump is the play of their younger rookies who's production have fallen. Doc Rivers is returning to Boston once again and gets the ring. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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02-13-18 | Rockets v. Wolves +3 | Top | 126-108 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 34 m | Show |
Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- two impressive NBA win streaks are on the line tonight as the Timberwolves who have won 13 straight at home and have the leagues best home record at 23-6 while Houston has won their last eight overall. Rockets took the season's first meetings at home defeating the Wolves 116-98 and tis is the first of back-to back meetings. Minnesota is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and is now an underdog at home. This time around the T'wolves get it done. Take MINNESOTA! |
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02-13-18 | Maryland +1.5 v. Nebraska | Top | 66-70 | Loss | -106 | 7 h 14 m | Show |
Maryland at Nebraska 7:00 ET Terrapins (+) over Cornhuskers- I tried to stay away from this one but in the end obviously I could not. Here is Nebraska the hottest team in the Big Ten with five straight wins 7-of-8 and with a 12-1 ATS in their last 13 against the Big Ten and they are barley favored at home. The Cornhuskers are 4-games better in conference standings then Maryland and is 13-1 straight-up at home while the Terrapins are just 1-7 straight-up on the road. This whole thing just doesn't make sense. I'll go with the 'Wise Guys' here. Take MARYLAND! |
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02-12-18 | Baylor +2.5 v. Texas | Top | 74-73 | Win | 100 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
Baylor at Texas 9:00 ET Bears (+) over Longhorns- These are a pair of 15-10 clubs that are headed in opposite direction as Baylor has won their last three including wins over West Virginia and Kansas. Meanwhile, the Shaka Smart era in Texas has yet to see the results the Longhorns alumni expects. They have lost their last two and their last five against Baylor. The Horns are young with their top player a freshman in Monhamed Bamba who leads the Big-12 in blocked shots with 4.1 per contest (that's quite good). The Bears bench is much deeper as they have outscored opponents 121-37 over the past four games. Take BAYLOR! |
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02-12-18 | Pelicans +3 v. Pistons | Top | 118-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 7 m | Show |
New Orleans at Detroit 7:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Pistons- Two big player moves have affected both these clubs but one was voluntary and the other just circumstance. Detroit of course acquired Blake Griffin and after a quick start the Pistons have lost their last two, the Pelicans meanwhile, lost what was a dynamic big man combination when DeMarcus Cousins when down for the season leaving Anthony Davis on an island once again. Now, with Griffin teamed up with Andre Drummond it is the Pistons that are working on all 8-cylinders. New Orleans is 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to the Motor City and won 112-109 on Jan. 8 with Davis scoring 30-points in three quarters. Once again...NEW ORLEANS! |
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02-11-18 | Raptors v. Hornets +4 | Top | 123-103 | Loss | -105 | 3 h 47 m | Show |
Toronto at Charlotte 1:00 ET Hornets (+) over Raptors- There is no question in my mind that the Raptors are a threat in the East, especially with the turmoil going on in Cleveland and the injury concerns in Boston. Toronto just completed a four-game home win steak averaging a 21.3 point winning margin. They also have two wins over the Hornets this season including a 129-111 win at Charlotte. The Hornets have dropped their last three all on the road and now return home where they are 15-14 straight-up. Sometimes, these number have a small impact on the games result but the Raptors are just 10-23 ATS in the last 33 meetings and just 4-9 ATS in their last 13 at Charlotte. Take the HORNETS! |
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02-11-18 | Michigan -4 v. Wisconsin | Top | 83-72 | Win | 100 | 3 h 27 m | Show |
Michigan at Wisconsin 1:00 ET Badgers (+) over Wolverines- How the tide has changed in the Big Ten as the once powerful Badgers have fallen by the wayside and don't look as though they have any post season possibilities, unless of course they run the table the rest of the way. No. 20 Michigan is off their worst performance of the year scoring just 20 points in the second half against Northwestern on Tuesday. Most of the time 'we' look for a good club to bounce-back after a loss like that but the Wolverines haven't won a game out of the state of Michigan and have lost 13 of their last 14 meetings in Madison. The underdog is 14-3 ATS in the last 17 meetings. Take WISCONSIN! |
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02-10-18 | Pelicans v. Nets +1.5 | Top | 138-128 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 58 m | Show |
New Orleans at Brooklyn 6:00 ET Nets (+) over Pelicans- Brooklyn who has lost nine of their last 10 straight-up have 'covered' their last two losing to Detroit and Houston. Many of the NBA clubs look different after the trading deadline but New Orleans looks different because of the devastating loss of DeMarcus Cousins as the Pelicans have dropped their last three and five of six since his injury. The out-look for the Pelicans is so bad they had a home game postponed because of a leaky roof and they responded by getting blowout at Philadelphia. Not enough 'fight' to overcome these adversities. Take BROOKLYN! |
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02-10-18 | Auburn v. Georgia +4.5 | Top | 78-61 | Loss | -106 | 7 h 45 m | Show |
Auburn at Georgia 3:30 ET Bulldogs (+) over Tigers- I hope that I am not over-reacting but I felt like it was prom night when I saw this matchup. After five straight wins and eight of their last nine the Tigers were upended 81-80 by Texas A&M while Georgia just dropped a pair of road games at Vandy and Miss St with one win in their last home game against Florida as they are 1-5 last six and 2-7 last nine. I call this my bam-bam as Auburn has not lost two straight yet this season...till today. Take GEORGIA! |
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02-09-18 | Clippers +3.5 v. Pistons | Top | 108-95 | Win | 100 | 8 h 6 m | Show |
L.A. Clippers at Detroit 7:00 ET Clippers (+) over Clippers- Well, it didn't take long, the first major trade that started it all has the Clippers visiting Detroit. These two made a block-buster trade with the Clippers sending Blake Griffin to the Pistons who have won five straight since his arrival. Los Angeles has regrouped and won their last two and four of five since the trade and are looking to avenge a loss to the Pistons back in October. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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02-08-18 | Thunder v. Lakers +3 | Top | 81-106 | Win | 100 | 11 h 14 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Thunder- What is going on here? Vegas has got to be kidding with this 'line' as the Thunder are just a long range field goal favorite against a Lakers team that is 9-games under .500. Okay, I will admit Los Angeles has won their last three but this 'price' looks way out of whack. Oklahoma City is off a a huge 125-105 win over Golden State Tuesday and now returns to the site of their 133-96 victory in LA back on January 3. Los Angeles is finding their way without their No. 1 draft pick Lonzo Ball going 11-4 since that Thunder loss. This time it's the LAKERS! |
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02-08-18 | Duke v. North Carolina +1 | Top | 78-82 | Win | 102 | 10 h 45 m | Show |
Duke at North Carolina 8:00 ET Tar Heels (+) over Blue Devils- A bit of the glitter that surrounds these two programs has fallen to the wayside as these ACC powers have struggled at time. Between these two they have accumulated 11 losses with just Duke maintaining a ranking in the Top-10 at No. 8. The Blue Devils look to rebound from a loss at St. John's Saturday and have lost two of their last three while North Carolina ended a 3-game losing streak with a win over helpless Pittsburgh. The Tar Heels are 10-2 straight-up and 8-3 ATS at home (All as favorites) and are 35-15-2 ATS in their last 52 home games. As a small underdog here the Heels get it done. Take NORTH CAROLINA! |
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02-07-18 | Rockets v. Heat +5 | Top | 109-101 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 42 m | Show |
Houston at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Rockets- Although the Miami Heat are 4-games over .500 they have been one of the more inconsistent clubs in the NBA this season most likely because of the up-and-down physical issues that Hassan Whiteside carries with him. Currently they are in the mist of a four-game losing streak and they have lost five times to last place teams. Houston has won their last five including a win last night on Brooklyn but have struggled against the Heat going 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings. Take MIAMI! |
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02-07-18 | Virginia v. Florida State +3 | Top | 59-55 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 40 m | Show |
Virginia at Florida State 7:00 ET Seminoles (+) over Cavaliers- Like so many other cubs that look to build early season wins Florida State started the season 11-1 and found themselves ranked in the Top-25. Well, since ACC play has started the Seminoles have gone 6-5 but they do come off an 80-76 win at Louisville. Virginia on the other hand along with Villanova is among the NCAA's best and has won 14-in-a-row. The Cavaliers have done it with defense.allowing Syracuse just 44 points at the Carriers Dome Saturday. FSU who is 10-1 straight-up at home holds a 24-23 series edge and the underdog is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings. Take the SEMINOLES! |
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02-06-18 | Bucks v. Knicks +2 | Top | 103-89 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 20 m | Show |
Milwaukee at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Bucks- The Knicks started the season with such promise as they was talk of playoffs with young Kristaps Porzingis leading the way. But, as the year progressed New York regressed to a season low eight-games under .500. Milwaukee on the other hand has won six of seven games since firing head coach Jason Kidd. Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo was removed from Sunday's win at Brooklyn in the fourth quarter and his effectiveness can be questioned. The Knicks got the money Friday at Milwaukee in their 2-point loss as they are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take the KNICKS! |
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02-06-18 | Michigan v. Northwestern +1.5 | Top | 52-61 | Win | 100 | 7 h 20 m | Show |
Michigan at Northwestern 7:00 ET Wildcats (+) over Wolverines- At 19-6 and ranked #20 Michigan is looking for their second win over Northwestern in the past eight days and their 11th win in the last 13 meetings. The Wolverines have been playing 'hot' going 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 games overall but are just 2-4 straight-up in their last six games at Northwestern. The Wildcats are 10-3 straight-up at home while the Wolverines are just 3-4 in true road games. Michigan is shooting just 56 percent from the free throw line over their last six games and that could be the difference. Take NORTHWESTERN! |
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02-05-18 | West Virginia +2.5 v. Oklahoma | Top | 75-73 | Win | 100 | 10 h 56 m | Show |
West Virginia at Oklahoma 9:00 ET Mountaineers (+) over Sooners- The last time these two met in Morgantown the first week of January the Mountaineers went off 7-point favorites and beat an undefeated Oklahoma 89-76. Since that encounter both clubs have had patchy results with West Virginia dropping five of their last seven while Oklahoma has lost four of its last six games. Sooners guard Trey Young has fallen off his early season pace and the rest of the team is battling the flu. Illness has also weakened West Virginia as coach Huggins avoided his famous full court press because of player fatigue. At full strength the Mountaineers do it to Texas again. Take WEST VIRGINIA! |
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02-05-18 | Blazers +2.5 v. Pistons | Top | 91-111 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 58 m | Show |
Portland at Detroit 7:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Pistons- The Blake Griffin era is off to a blazing start as the Pistons have won three straight since the trade that brought the All-star to the Motor City. It was New Orleans that had the two most formidable big men in Anthony and Cousins before the injury but now the double powerhouse is in Detroit with Andre Drummond and Griffin. But, when 'big men' are on the court there is often spacing issues. Portland is off a heart breaking loss at Boston after leading 54-38 at halftime as the Blazers have now lost their last two. With this 'number' where it is I expect the Trailblazers to shock the Pistons. Take PORTLAND! |
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02-04-18 | Eagles v. Patriots -4 | Top | 41-33 | Loss | -109 | 28 h 41 m | Show |
Philadelphia vs. New England 6:30 ET Patriots (-) over Eagles- 'Wait as long as you can!' This 'number' should do one thing and one thing only and that is drop. Well, there is always the possibility that late heavy 'Wise guy or sharps' money will make a difference but I doubt it. Now, about the game itself...Is it defense or quarterbacks? When push comes to shove in this matchup I have to believe that experience counts and although Nick Foles has had a great playoff run with posting a passer rating of at least 100 in his first three playoff games but things will be different for him Sunday. Tom Brady should be the difference as the Eagles defense is better at home (17.3) then on the road (23.5) and the surroundings can be draining. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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02-04-18 | Eagles v. Patriots OVER 48 | Top | 41-33 | Win | 100 | 28 h 36 m | Show |
Philadelphia vs. New England 6:30 ET Eagles/Patriots (OVER) – You know one of the first things I heard about this game and the Patriots combo of Belichick and Brady is that in six Super Bowls they have failed to score a point in the first quarter. Well, if you can find a 'prop' that 'Will the Pats score in the 1st, Yes or no! Throw it all on the YES! The only way the Eagles can win is too kept this game close with a strong defense because if it becomes a quarterback shoot-out I know who I like. Coaching for New England will look to put Foles in a spot where he has to compete with Brady and then it is OVER! |
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02-04-18 | Wisconsin +8.5 v. Maryland | Top | 63-68 | Win | 100 | 4 h 10 m | Show |
Wisconsin at Maryland 1:10 ET Badgers (+) over Terrapins- My goodness, a pair of once proud programs are in the dumpster as perennial Big Ten challenger Wisconsin has been absolutely terrible going 1-7 ATS in their last eight games and Maryland really hasn't been all that better. The Terrapins have lost their last three but have played better at home where they are 12-2 straight-up and 8-2-1 ATS and the home team has won seven of the last nine ATS. Still, the Terps aren't good enough to lay this kind of number. Take WISCONSIN! |
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02-04-18 | Blazers +2 v. Celtics | Top | 96-97 | Win | 100 | 3 h 46 m | Show |
Portland at Boston 12:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Celtics- Now, I ask you does this look right? Boston who has been the point spread and win leader in the East is less then a bucket favorite at home against a team that has lost five straight to winning teams on the road. Portland has won seven of their last eight and will be playing a team that will be without their start guard Kyrie Irving. Take PORTLAND! |
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02-03-18 | Heat +3.5 v. Pistons | Top | 107-111 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 60 m | Show |
Miami at Detroit 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Pistons- The addition of Blake Griffin to the Pistons has drawn a lot of attention especially by the average 'bettor.' Their is no doubt Griffin will have an impact as he plays hard every night but all his glittery stats do not always equate to wins. Miami who was blown out by Philadelphia last night but have been one of the better road teams in the NBA as they are 15-13 straight-up and 17-11 ATS. Although the Heat are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven trips to Detroit they are 3-0-1 ATS in their last four games following an ATS loss. The Pistons may struggle with chemistry for awhile and Miami will take advantage. Take the HEAT! |
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02-03-18 | Kentucky v. Missouri -130 | Top | 60-69 | Win | 100 | 5 h 30 m | Show |
#22 Kentucky at Missouri 2:00 ET Tigers over Wildcats- I said that I saw something change with Kentucky when they came from behind to win at West Virginia and they have won three straight and visit a Missouri that just broke a 3-game losing streak. The Tigers were looking toward a chance at the Final-4 but the pre-season injury to top recruit Michael Porter Jr. set them back a bit. But, they have two freshman and two graduate seniors who have picked up the slack. The are Wildcats just 10-12 ATS on the year and 2-5 ATS vs. the SEC. Take MISSOURI! |
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02-02-18 | Lakers +1.5 v. Nets | Top | 102-99 | Win | 100 | 9 h 59 m | Show |
L.A. Lakers at Brooklyn 7:00 ET Lakers (+) over Nets- The Lakers who have lost their last two games have been playing in streaks as they had lost 11 of 12 straight-up and then (without Lonzo Ball) they won eight of 10 before their current two-game slide. This will be a homecoming of sorts for Brook Lopez who was drafted No. 1 in 2008 by the Nets and was traded to Los Angeles in the off-season. Brooklyn is off an outright win over the 76ers last time out and will take advantage of the Nets walking around on 'cloud-nine.' Take LOS ANGELES! |
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02-02-18 | Rhode Island -3.5 v. VCU | Top | 81-68 | Win | 100 | 9 h 51 m | Show |
Rhode Island at V.C.U. 7:00 ET Rams (+) over Rams- Rhode Island is now among the Top-25 as they enter this fray No. 22 and have the longest school winning streak since 1939-40 at 13 straight victories. Playing on a Friday night in Richmond may not be an easy task as VCU is on a 3-game steak of their own. URI has now won 18-straight 'league' games but has struggled on the road against VCU as they are 0-5 in their last five games in the series and 6-2 ATS overall at home. |
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02-01-18 | Thunder v. Nuggets +1.5 | Top | 124-127 | Win | 100 | 11 h 57 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Denver 10:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Thunder- These two have split a pair of meetings each holding serve at home. In early November the Nuggets took down the Thunder as the chemistry was in its early stages of development. Today, Oklahoma City is a different 'team' as they are meshing together although they had their eight-game winning streak stopped at Washington Tuesday night. Now, they must travel cross country to the Mile High City and they like most NBA teams struggle on the road going 11-13 straight-up and 10-14 ATS. Denver a dog at home here is 19-7 straight-up at home. Take the NUGGETS! |
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02-01-18 | Rockets v. Spurs +2 | Top | 102-91 | Loss | -113 | 9 h 33 m | Show |
Houston at San Antonio 8:00 ET Spurs (+) over Rockets- I really like what I am seeing with the Rockets as the season progresses and with James Harden willing to share the ball and with Chris Paul (when healthy) they have enough fire-power to threaten for the conference title. San Antonio who is off an ATS loss, is 22-4 straight-up at home and a fantastic 17-8-1 ATS and is 8-0 ATS after an ATS loss. With all the fan-fair that comes with scoring 60 points Houston will have the paced slowed down tonight. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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02-01-18 | Wichita State v. Temple +7 | Top | 79-81 | Win | 100 | 9 h 38 m | Show |
Wichita State at Temple 7:00 ET Owls (+) over Shockers- The Shockers who I consider one of the more under-rated teams in college basketball and has posted a pair of 19-point wins after dropping their two previous games. Temple has won their last two including an 85-57 win over Connecticut and have defeated a top-25 team in each of the past 10 seasons and are 0-3 so far this season with this their last opportunity. The Shockers rank fourth nationally in rebounding and are a plus-10.5 while Temple is minus-3.6. Considering these numbers it looks too easy to take the better team, but shit happens...take the OWLS! |
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01-31-18 | Mississippi State +4 v. South Carolina | Top | 81-76 | Win | 100 | 10 h 43 m | Show |
Mississippi State at South Carolina 8:30 ET Bulldogs (+) over Gamecocks- The 'numbers' surrounding this contest do not look good for Mississippi State. To start with they haven't won a true road games this season (0-5) and are 0-6 ATS altogether away from home. South Carolina is 7-3 straight-up but just 4-5 ATS when hosting including 2-3 ATS in SEC action. The Bulldogs who have a better record then the Gamecocks do it with defense and getting points here is a big help. The underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take MISSISSIPPI STATE! |
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01-31-18 | 76ers v. Nets +7 | Top | 108-116 | Win | 100 | 9 h 57 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over 76ers- The 76ers have to be the most intriguing team in the NBA with a stock pile of draft choices accumulated in recent seasons they have climbed the NBA latter and are now a playoff team. But the key to the 76ers future is in the hands of so many young players hands especially a healthy of Joel Embiid. Brooklyn has lost their last four while Philly has dropped their last two as Embiid only played the first half of Monday's loss at Milwaukee and sat out the previous loss (2-8 without Embiid). 76ers star Ben Simmons has already mentioned Friday's encounter against San Antonio and can get caught here. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-30-18 | Warriors v. Jazz +8.5 | Top | 99-129 | Win | 100 | 10 h 25 m | Show |
Golden State at Utah 9:05 ET Jazz (+) over Warriors- My goodness, what a display 'we' witnessed Saturday when Stephen Curry made a statement as he battled Kyrie Irving and showed why many consider him the 'best pure shooter' in NBA history. All net all the time. Golden State once again has the best record at 40-10 including a stellar 21-4 straight-up on the road which is better then their home record where they are only 19-6. Utah won the final regular season meeting last season before the Warriors swept Utah in the playoffs and won once already this season 126-101. This time it will be a lot closer. Take UTAH! |
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01-30-18 | Florida v. Georgia +3.5 | Top | 60-72 | Win | 100 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
Florida at Georgia 7:00 ET Bulldogs (+) over Gators- No. 24 Florida trails Auburn by one-game in their SEC battle and doesn't seem to be the powerhouse many believe. Georgia who has lost three straight and five of their last six is off a defeat at Kansas State where the Wildcats coach stated, 'the Bulldogs are a damn good team.' Does he know what he is talking about...I hope so. The Bulldogs rank sixth nationally in field goal defense percentage allowing just 38.7% and 31.4% from 3-point range. Take GEORGIA! |
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01-29-18 | Celtics v. Nuggets -117 | Top | 111-110 | Loss | -117 | 10 h 11 m | Show |
Boston at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Celtics- The Celtics still have the best record in the NBA East despite losing five of their last six including a loss at Golden State on Saturday. Denver meanwhile is riding a 3-game losing streak and are an impressive 19-6 straight-up at home and are 9-4 ATS against Boston in the 13 games in Denver. The Nuggets are battling for the a spot in the West playoffs and in the eighth position as of now and improve their chances tonight. Take DENVER! |
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01-29-18 | Kansas v. Kansas State +2.5 | Top | 70-56 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 39 m | Show |
Kansas at Kansas State 9:00 ET Wildcats (+) over Jayhawks- With four straight wins Kansas State is starting to be a force to contend with in the Big-12. Kansas bounced back from their disappointing loss at Oklahoma with a win and cover over Texas A&M. The Jayhawks have won or shared 13 straight Big-12 titles and already have a 73-72 win over the Wildcats this season and are an astonishing 55-5 straight-up over Kansas State since 1994. With the Wildcats playing their best right now and knowing they can play with the Jayhawks the get the money here. Take KANSAS STATE! |
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01-28-18 | Connecticut v. Temple -6 | Top | 57-85 | Win | 100 | 10 h 38 m | Show |
Connecticut at Temple 8:00 ET Owls (-) over Huskies- Connecticut has seen better times both on and off the court although they are off 'our' Highest-Rated Megabucks 63-52 'outright' win over SMU. As of right now the Huskies program is the target of an NCAA investigation for the third time in seven years and this for a clubs that was placed on probation for three years and they were banned from the 2013 NCAA tourney. What this all tells us is that they have not been able to recruit they have would like and their talent level has dropped off. Temple is just a middle of the roader but they can win here. Take the OWLS! |
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01-28-18 | Bucks v. Bulls +2.5 | Top | 110-96 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 36 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Chicago 3:30 ET Bulls (+) over Bucks- Jason Kidd is gone but Milwaukee still has Giannis Antetokounmpo (Ha) and have posted two wins since the coaches departure defeating Phoenix and Brooklyn (not exactly power houses). Chicago on the other hand has dropped their last three contests but are still 15-11 over their last 26 games and have a way of getting bye the Bucks. The Bulls have are 15-7 ATS against Milwaukee including 7-3 ATS at home. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-27-18 | Thunder v. Pistons +4 | Top | 121-108 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 2 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Detroit 5:05 ET Pistons (+) over Thunder- A half dozen, six that is the key number surrounding this encounter between Oklahoma City who is on a six game win streak their longest of the season and six is the number of games Detroit has lost without a win.This battle is the fourth of a 4-game home stand for the Pistons and they have yet to win or cover. They play the Cavaliers at Cleveland on Sunday and then return home for six straight but have had an edge over the Thunder who are 1-5 ATS in their last six meetings in Detroit. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-27-18 | Oklahoma v. Alabama +2.5 | Top | 73-80 | Win | 100 | 5 h 46 m | Show |
Oklahoma at Alabama 2:15 ET Crimson Tide (+) over Sooners- Hey, I like this kid, Trey Young and Oklahoma are riding high with their Big-12 win over Kansas and now take to the road. And this isn't just any road, it's Alabama who has won nine of 10 straight-up as hosts. Sooners 5-2 in this series but the Tide are taking this Big-12/SEC Challenge very seriously and are coming off a home loss to Georgia because of their looking ahead (see Steelers) to this battle and will be more then ready to play today. Young has received all the media attention and it is well deserved but Alabama's freshman guard Collin Sexton (18.5 pts) was rated above him at the start of the season. Great matchup with the home team winning. Take ALABAMA! |
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01-26-18 | Rockets v. Pelicans +4 | Top | 113-115 | Win | 100 | 10 h 51 m | Show |
Houston at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Rockets- It looks like the Rockets have finally 'taken-off' as they have won four straight and seven of their last eight including 6-2 ATS. New Orleans who most believe should be doing better has picked up the pace themselves winning their last three and six of their last seven. Houston has dominated this series winning nine of the last 11 meetings including a 130-123 home win when the Pelicans were without Anthony Davis. He will play tonight and New Orleans will pick-up a win. Take the PELICANS! |
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01-25-18 | Wizards +5.5 v. Thunder | Top | 112-121 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 58 m | Show |
Washington at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Wizards (+) over Thunder- Their is no question (at least in my mind) that Oklahoma City has turned things around as they have put together their longest win streak of the season at five straight games. The Wizards on the other hand are reeling having lost three of their last four six of their last eight and are 1-8 ATS in their last nine outings. Both clubs will have reserve guards in the All-star game with Russell Westbrook of the Thunder and John Wall of the Wizards making the trip. But, the boo-ha-ha is coming from Oklahoma City and Westbrook feel that Paul George should have gotten the nod. OKC is just 10-14 ATS at home and get the Wizards when the need a win in the worst way. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-25-18 | SMU v. Connecticut +6.5 | Top | 52-63 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show |
Southern Methodist at Connecticut 7:00 ET Huskies (+) over Mustangs- oh how the mighty have fallen. It was too long ago Connecticut was a perennial power contending for the National Championship year in and year out but Jim Calhoun is gone and so are their championship chances. It's been at steady downfall since his departure as the Huskies enter this fray short-handed without leading scorer Terry Larrier who is being replaced with Josh Carlton who is averaging 12.7 points and eight rebounds. SMU is shorthanded themselves playing the rest of the season with just eight scholarship players. Take CONNECTICUT! |
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01-24-18 | Stanford v. USC -9 | Top | 64-69 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 12 m | Show |
Stanford at USC 9:00 ET Trojans (-) over Cardinal- USC has won six of their last seven games with that lone loss coming at Stanford where they lost 77-76 two weeks ago. The Trojans were beaten at the buzzer by a 50-footer and that loss has them a ½-game behind Arizona in PAC-12 play. Stanford is off a home loss Saturday to Arizona 73-71 where the blew an 11-point half-time lead to end their own five-game winning streak. Now, after playing the two top PAC-12 teams to a standstill the Cardinal are a double-digit dog at USC. Stanford has not played well on the road covering just 2-of-8 while the Trojans are 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games overall and get it done here. Take SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA! |
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01-24-18 | Jazz +2.5 v. Pistons | Top | 98-95 | Win | 100 | 8 h 41 m | Show |
Utah at Detroit 7:00 ET Jazz (+) over Pistons- For the first time this season the Pistons are out of the playoff picture right now as a result of their current five-game losing streak and ending eight of their last 10 games with losses. Detroit just hasn't been the same since the loss of Reggie Jackson (going 3-9 without him). Like the Pistons Utah has fallen to 19-28 since suffering injuries of their own. But, injuries have allowed the emergence of Donovan Mitchell who leads the Jazz in scoring. Utah is 10-2 ATS in their last 12 trips to Detroit. Take the JAZZ! |
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01-23-18 | Celtics v. Lakers +5 | Top | 107-108 | Win | 100 | 12 h 8 m | Show |
Boston at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Celtics- Their are two teams that are a bit 'off' recently and no one can deny the Cavaliers are one but have any seen the slow pace (point spread) the Celtics have been keeping lately having lost their last three. 'We' missed 'against' them on Sunday because I thought that might be a spot for them to regroup and they lost outright at home to Orlando. Los Angeles has adjusted to with out Ball and have won their last two and five straight at home going 5-0 ATS. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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01-23-18 | Creighton v. St. John's +2 | Top | 68-63 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 34 m | Show |
Creighton at St. John's 8:30 ET Red Storm (+) over Blue Jays- It's time. Time for St. John's to post a conference win! The Red Storm are 0-8 in Big East action but have been oh, so close losing in overtime at Georgetown last time out. They are the only winless team in the conference and their foe tonight has not been kind as the Blue Jays have won the last five meetings not trailed at in in three of the last four and had 'covered' four straight before a 78-71 non-cover win three weeks ago. This time not only will the Red Storm gets the money they get their first win tonight. Take ST. JOHN'S! |
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01-22-18 | West Virginia v. TCU +2.5 | Top | 73-82 | Win | 100 | 10 h 14 m | Show |
West Virginia at Texas Christian 9:00 ET Horned Frogs (+) over Mountaineers- West Virginia got as high as No. 2 in the rankings before a pair of losses dropped them to No. 6 last week. They managed to bounce back with a huge win 86-51 over Texas on Saturday and will face a TCU team that has dropped four of their last five and are 2-5 in the Big-12. The Mountaineers hold an 11-0 series edge against the Horned Frogs including a 61-60 win in Forth Worth last season. With this kind of history seeing the 'line' where it is tells me TCU has a legitImate chance to break through against the Mountaineers. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN! |
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01-22-18 | Jazz v. Hawks +2.5 | Top | 90-104 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show |
Utah at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Jazz- Year after year the Utah Jazz have played with one of the NBA's strongest home court advantages and this season is no different as this now bottom dweller is five-games over .500 at home but an atrocious 5-18 straight-up on the road and are 6-17 straight-up in their last 22 games. Atlanta who has the worst record in the league has been a money maker at home going 12-10 ATS and once again is getting points from a team that can't win on the road. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-21-18 | Vikings -3 v. Eagles | Top | 7-38 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 10 m | Show |
Minnesota at Atlanta 7:37 ET Vikings (-) over Eagles- Okay, enough is enough. Happy to have used Philadelphia as our 'Top Play of the weekend as they manhandled Atlanta 15-10 (not allowing an offensive drive for a score). But, this week they won’t get the 15 points they managed last week. Minnesota’s defense will make the loss of Carson Wentz the difference...Nick Foles can't beat this defense. As long as the Vikings don't give the ball away they win and cover. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-20-18 | Warriors v. Rockets +4 | Top | 108-116 | Win | 100 | 9 h 10 m | Show |
Golden State at Houston 8:30 ET Rockets (+) over Warriors- Golden State is streaking once again so what's new, well Curry is back and that always helps but Houston has put together a fine run of their own. Having won Thursday with the return of James Harden the Rockets have won 4-of-5. Houston defeated the Warriors opening night 122-121 at Golden State and the Warriors returned the favor in Houston 124-114 two weeks ago. This time the Rockets blast Golden State. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-20-18 | Xavier +2.5 v. Seton Hall | Top | 73-64 | Win | 100 | 3 h 25 m | Show |
Xavier at Seton Hall 2:30 ET Musketeers (-) over Pirates- Seton Hall is coming off a 80-63 beating at Creighton Wednesday and are now 5-2 in Big East action with both losses coming on the road. The Pirates confidence is shaken as they had to sit their senior leader in Desi Rodriguez who looked overwhelmed against the Blue Jays. Xavier is also 5-2 in Big East play and have bounced back with two wins after losing on the road at Villanova and Marquette. The Musketeers have one of the best free throw shooting teams in the country and are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 road games. Take XAVIER! |
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01-19-18 | Spurs +6 v. Raptors | Top | 83-86 | Win | 100 | 9 h 54 m | Show |
San Antonio at Toronto 7:00 ET Spurs (+) over Spurs- So what's to big deal? San Antonio will be without Kawhi Leonard for who knows how long but that is nothing they haven't been dealing with the past two seasons. The Spurs are 25-12 without Leonard (just 5-4 win him) as coach Gregg Popovich can win with anybody on the floor. Toronto who is 16-5 straight-up at home and 11-8 ATS have lost the last four in this series and are 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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01-18-18 | USC +3.5 v. Oregon | Top | 75-70 | Win | 100 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Southern California at Oregon 9:00 ET Trojans (+) over Ducks- Oregon is off a near sweep of ranked teams when they split a pair of games in Arizona defeating State 76-72 and then falling short 90-83 against the Wildcats who scored the games final 8-points. USC has won four of their last five with their loss coming at Stanford 77-76. There is a clash of trends here as the Ducks are 38-17 ATS (that's pretty good) in their last 55 PAC-12 games while the Trojans are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 trips to Eugene. Take SOUTHERN CAL! |
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01-18-18 | 76ers +4.5 v. Celtics | Top | 89-80 | Win | 100 | 7 h 26 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Boston 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Celtics- Philadelphia has won five of their last six games with their only loss came at the hands of the Celtics in London after blowing a 22-point first half lead.This is just Boston's second game in 11 days and their last time out losing at home to the Pelicans. The 76ers will be without J.J. Redick and that hurts but as long as Joel Embiid has playing time you always have a shot. Granted the Celtics are 3-0 both SU and ATS against Philly this season and have won seven straight at home but this is a 'bigger' game for the Sixers then it is for Boston. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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01-17-18 | Pelicans v. Hawks +2.5 | Top | 93-94 | Win | 100 | 8 h 14 m | Show |
New Orleans at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Pelicans- The Pelicans' Anthony Davis has returned from his latest minor injury and has scored 48 and 45 points in last last two games along with 16 and 15 rebounds and has scored 30 or more points in seven of his last nine contests. New Orleans has followed his lead winning their last three and are seeking their fifth win in six tries. Atlanta who has the worst record in the NBA have won two-of-three including a 102-99 win over San Antonio Monday and are 8-12 straight-up at home and 11-9 ATS. With the Pelicans off an overtime win at Boston 116-113 and could get caught here. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-17-18 | SMU +9 v. Wichita State | Top | 83-78 | Win | 100 | 7 h 58 m | Show |
S.M.U at Wichita State 7:00 ET Mustangs (+) over Shockers- Wichita State has switched into the American Athletics Conference and are 5-0 in conference play winning by a 20.8 point margin. Tonight they will host the defending AAC Champion's in SMU who are off a shocking home loss to Temple 66-64 and has dropped their last three. The Shockers have won 27 straight games and 67 of their last 68 games at Charles Koch Arena with most of those wins coming while they were in the weaker Missouri Valley Conference. The Mustangs got caught looking ahead to this contest and will atone for their failure last time out and get the money here. Take SOUTHERN METHODIST! |
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01-16-18 | Kentucky v. South Carolina +2 | Top | 68-76 | Win | 100 | 10 h 57 m | Show |
Kentucky at South Carolina 9:00 ET Gamecocks (+) over Wildcats- Kentucky head coach John Calipari is using just seven scholarship players as injuries and transfers have affected the Wildcats lineup. This is the fourth road game in the last five games for Kentucky who is 2-1 Ats in true road games. South Carolina is led by coach Frank Martin and they are 6-1 straight-up at home and have a bit of revenge on their minds as they lost in Lexington 86-69 last season. Take SOUTH CAROLINA! |
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01-16-18 | Pelicans +5 v. Celtics | Top | 116-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 16 m | Show |
New Orleans at Boston 7:30 ET Pelicans (+) over Celtics- Boston is at it again in the middle of another winning streak this time it has reached seven games. The Celtics are well rested as their last bit of NBA action took place in London last Thursday a 22-point come from behind victory. Boston has won five of the last six meetings against New Orleans and are 6-2 ATS in the eight meetings. The Pelicans of course are led by Anthony Davis and Boogie Cousins probably the best power combination in the league and have enough to pull of the upset if not just getting the money with the points. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-15-18 | Rockets v. Clippers +4 | Top | 102-113 | Win | 100 | 12 h 36 m | Show |
Houston at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (+) over Rockets- Ah homecomings they create emotions usually for the player that returns and tonight Chris Paul returns to Los Angeles where he played the first six years of his career with the Clippers. LA faced Houston earlier when they were without Paul and the Clippers took advantage with a 128-118 victory when they still had Patrick Beverley who they received for Paul. This time James Harden is out for the Rockets and the Clippers take advantage once again. Take LOS ANGELES! |
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01-15-18 | Florida State v. Boston College +3.5 | Top | 75-81 | Win | 100 | 9 h 59 m | Show |
Florida State at Boston College 7:00 ET Eagles (+) over Seminoles- No. 23 Florida State travels to Chestnut Hill to face the Eagles who are 10-1 at home. Boston College has defeated then No. 1 Duke and Wake Forest as hosts for it's two ACC wins while losing their only home game to Clemson. The Seminoles who won in double-overtime at Syracuse on Saturday and have had four days in the New England cold. Florida State has been great ATS going 10-4-1 but are in a tough spot tonight. Take BOSTON COLLEGE! |
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01-14-18 | Saints v. Vikings -4 | Top | 24-29 | Win | 100 | 8 h 20 m | Show |
New Orleans at Minnesota 4:40 ET Vikings (-) over Saints- This should be (you never can tell) the best games of the weekend as the Saints led by Drew Brees bring their high-powered offense to Minnesota to encounter the NFL's top-rated defense. These two met opening week with the Viking led by San Bradford won easily 29-19. Bradford of course was replaced by Case Keenum in the second half the following weeks and has been behind center the rest of the way. Things are also different for New Orleans as Adrian Peterson was their prime running back to start the season and eventually was shipped to Arizona with the sensational Alvin Kamara picking up the slack. Minnesota also lost their top running back rookie Dalvin Cook who went down in Week 4. in the playoffs defense mounts supreme and the Vikings own it. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-13-18 | Thunder v. Hornets +2 | Top | 101-91 | Loss | -108 | 7 h 42 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Charlotte 5:00 ET Hornets (+) over Thunder- Most of 'us' are still waiting for the Thunder to put it together and their inconsistency in the most consistent thing about this club. Oklahoma City with the addition of Carmelo Anthony and Paul George opened the season 8-12 as many saw a lack of team chemistry and then they went out and won 12 of their next 15 but once again have fallen back losing five of their last seven including their last three. Charlotte who had lost 11 straight to OKC has now defeated them three straight times and are 13-5-1 ATS in the last 19 meetings. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-13-18 | Falcons v. Eagles +3 | Top | 10-15 | Win | 100 | 31 h 46 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia 4:35 ET Eagles (+) over Falcons- It's time to circle the wagons! Never before and their have been many instances where a key player most likely a quarterback when out for a game has the opinion of a team had such a dramatic change. Philadelphia as we are all aware has the best record in the NFC and earned home field throughout the payoffs and no one seems t care. With Carson Wentz gone and Nick Floes now leading (?) the way the Eagles have been grounded. There are a few things to remember, the first of which is that Philadelphia has the third ranked rushing offense and that is after their final two games when they had already clinched the No. 1 seed. Granted the Eagles finished the season with a pair of offensive clunkers but they have had two week (actually 4 weeks) to refresh and revitalize and will be ready for the Falcons. As the first ever top seed to play at home as an underdog in the playoffs the Eagles will rally together. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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01-13-18 | Falcons v. Eagles UNDER 41.5 | Top | 10-15 | Win | 100 | 21 h 35 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia (TOTAL) Falcons/Eagles (UNDER)- This is the only way to go in this encounter as I see it. To be short and sweet it is obvious that Philadelphia will struggle to put points on the board and would like to run the ball and keep it out of Foles hands. On the other side Atlanta will be up against the top run defense and the best scoring defense at home. Play the UNDER! |
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01-13-18 | Auburn v. Mississippi State +2 | Top | 76-68 | Loss | -102 | 6 h 40 m | Show |
Auburn at Mississippi State 3:00 ET Bulldogs (+) over Tigers- It looks that Auburn did the 'right' thing team wise in keeping Bruce Pearl despite all of the off-court issues that surround the program. The Tigers are on a roll winning 13 straight and are 3-0 in SEC play overcoming a 10-point half time deficit to defeat Mississippi 75-60 last time out. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs were pulling the opposite scenario blowing a 50-39 half-time lead to Mississippi. With arch-rival Alabama up next the Tigers might get caught with a little look ahead here. With the underdog 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings it's the Bulldogs. Take MISSISSIPPI STATE! |
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01-12-18 | Rockets v. Suns +7 | Top | 112-95 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 60 m | Show |
Houston at Phoenix 10:30 ET Suns (+) over Rockets- The NBA's leading scorer Houston's James Harden has been sidelined the past five games and Chris Paul has picked-up the slack scoring 26.3 points and 10.5 assists. The Rockets have won their last two and posted an early season win at Phoenix defeating the Suns 142-116. The Suns are 7-5 in their last 12 games overall and have won four of their last seven since the return of guard Devin Booker. In what should be a run and gun affair the home Suns could pull out the outright win. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-12-18 | Providence v. DePaul +1 | Top | 71-64 | Loss | -112 | 10 h 12 m | Show |
Providence at DePaul 8:30 ET Blue Demons (+) over Friars- DePaul has been a bottom feeder in the Big East since joining winning just two conference game in each of the past two seasons but can equal that with a win tonight. Providence is off a huge home upset 81-72 win over No. 10 Xavier on Saturday but will remain short-handed when they enter Chicago tonight. The Friars have struggled away from home going 2-5 ATS and are just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall. Providence is one of the worst rebounding and free throw shooting team in the league and get caught here tonight. Take DEPAUL! |
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01-11-18 | Spurs v. Lakers +3 | Top | 81-93 | Win | 100 | 11 h 39 m | Show |
San Antonio at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Spurs- For a team that doesn't want to play for their coach the Lakers have taken two-giant steps forward with consecutive wins over powerhouses Atlanta and Sacramento. San Antonio is a consistent as ever with an overall 28-14 record and 22-18-2 ATS this season. The Spurs will be without a number of players not because of coach Gregg Popovich is 'resting' them but because of injuries. Missing will be Kawhi Leonard, the leading scorer Rudy Gay, along with Tony Parker and Danny Green. With a new confidence the Lakers get it done. Take LOS ANGELES! |