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03-05-18 | Blazers -2 v. Lakers | 108-103 | Win | 100 | 14 h 26 m | Show | |
Portland comes into tonight's game riding a six game win streak and has won eight of the last nine games. In addition, the Blazers are 7-2 ATS their last nine games. Portland has moved into 3rd place in the West Conference and now will have to contend with six teams below them that are all within 2 1/2 games. That means the Blazers need to win games like tonight, against a Lakers team that is just 28-34 and 6 1/2 games back of 8th place in the West. The Lakers have also been hot, winning five straight and six vs the number. Still, the difference here today is in the head to head matchups. The Blazers are 22-8 ATS in their last 30 trips to LA. In addition, they have covered 43 of the last 60 in this series and the road team has covered the last five. The Lakers are playing well, just not well enough. Take Portland. |
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03-05-18 | Denver v. South Dakota -11 | Top | 58-76 | Win | 100 | 6 h 5 m | Show |
It's difficult enough for these college teams to play back-to-back spots, something they aren't used to doing during the regular season. But, when they have to also play the next day after a tough OT game, that's even harder. That's just what Denver is doing here tonight. Denver had a tough game last night vs Oral Roberts, back and forth most of the game. Denver had to go into OT before winning 90-88. Now they have to play a very good South Dakota team. South Dakota has 25 wins on the season and has covered 10 of the last 12 games. Last time these teams met, South Dakota was upset 68-84 as a 8.5 point road favorite. This one is about fatigue on Denver's part and South Dakota being the best in the league. Play South Dakota. |
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03-04-18 | Michigan +4.5 v. Purdue | 75-66 | Win | 100 | 5 h 6 m | Show | |
Big 10 Championship game as Michigan takes on Purdue. Michigan had to go to OT in game one vs Iowa to advance to the quarterfinals where they easily beat Nebraska, 77-58. Then yesterday in the Quarterfinals they handled Michigan State, 75-64. Purdue comes into today game with a five game win streak, including conference tourney wins over Rutgers and Penn State. However, they are just 1-10-1 ATS in their last 11 games. This Purdue team just can't perform to expectations of the oddsmakers. I'm taking Michigan today plus the points. |
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03-04-18 | East Carolina v. Memphis -13.5 | 70-90 | Win | 100 | 4 h 32 m | Show | |
These clubs playing their last of regular season games. East Carolina is on a four game losing streak entering today's play. ECU has also lost three straight vs the number. Memphis had its four game win streak snapped last time out with a loss vs South Florida, 51-75. The Tigers have covered four of their last five games. Memphis laying 13.5 points today is lower than what I have for this game. My own lines show that Memphis can be from 15.5 to 18 points, especially in recent form numbers. I'm laying the double digits here with Memphis. |
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03-04-18 | Illinois State +8.5 v. Loyola-Chicago | 49-65 | Loss | -102 | 3 h 31 m | Show | |
Missouri Valley Championship game today has Illinois State facing off against Loyola Chicago. Illinois State opened with a win over Indiana State and then in the Semi's beat Southern Illinois in OT, 76-68. Loyola opened with a win over Northern Iowa and then yesterday beat Bradley in the Semi's, 62-54. Loyola his laying eight points right now and my recent numbers show me this is just a bit too high. Illinois State has covered five straight games while Loyola is just 1-2 in their last three. I like the points here with the dog, play Illinois State. |
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03-03-18 | Thunder v. Blazers -4 | 100-108 | Win | 100 | 11 h 37 m | Show | |
Both of these teams are very even, Oklahoma City wit 37 wins and the Blazers with 36 wins. Portland has covered eight of its last nine home games. The Thunder have won three straight games and five of the last six. However, in those six game have covered just twics. Meanwhile, Portland has been on a good run, going 5-0 their last five and 7-1 the last eight. In addition, unlike the Thunder, the Blazers are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games. The home team has covered eight of the last 11 meetings in this series. Take Portland today. |
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03-03-18 | North Carolina +7.5 v. Duke | 64-74 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 52 m | Show | |
Last game of the regular season for these clubs. NCU and Duke face off in a big ACC game here today. North Carolina saw its six game win streak snapped last game by Miami Florida, 88-91. Duke also saw its five game win streak snapped by Virginia Tech, 63-64. Now these storied rivals will get one last crack at each other before the tournament begins. Neither team is in jeopardy of not making the NCAA's. Only question is which team will perform better and get the higher seeding. In this big rivalries I like to take the dog since I could easily see the Tar Heels winning this one outright. Take the points with North Carolina. |
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03-03-18 | Notre Dame +9.5 v. Virginia | 57-62 | Win | 100 | 5 h 37 m | Show | |
Both these teams finish up their ACC regular season play. Notre Dame needs wins, with just 18 wins this year they are a bubble team right now to make the NCAA's. Not so for top ranked Virginia, which sits at 28-2 on the season. Virginia owns that smothering defense which has allowed over 60 points just one time in regulation the last seven games. Not much motivation here today for the Cavaliers, who likely get the overall top seed in the tournament. Notre Dame needs this one much worse, so I'm taking the points with the Irish. |
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03-02-18 | Northern Iowa v. Loyola-Chicago -5 | 50-54 | Loss | -104 | 2 h 55 m | Show | |
Early action today in the Missouri Valley quarterfinals as Northern Iowa takes on Loyola Chicago. Northern Iowa opened conference tourny play yesterday with a win over Evansville, 60-50. They now come right back today and today play a Loyola team that has had five days off to prepare for this game. That means a lot in these conference tourneys as teams usually don't have to play back-to-back or three games in three days normally. With Loyola getting lots of rest and Northern Iowa playing yesterday, I like this spot for the Ramblers. Take Loyola Chicago. |
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03-01-18 | NC State -2 v. Georgia Tech | 75-78 | Loss | -101 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
ACC regular season action winding down as NC State takes on Georgia Tech tonight. State has two games remaining, tonight and then they close at home vs Louisville. NC State has been on a run, winning four straight games and seven of their last nine. The Wolfpack has also covered four straight and six of their last eight games. Georgia Tech has had a rough season, winning just 11 and losing 19. Tech has lost seven straight games and is 2-5 ATS in their last seven. State has to lay two-points here tonight. They have momentum and they are the better team. Play NC State |
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03-01-18 | Iowa v. Michigan -8.5 | Top | 71-77 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 22 m | Show |
Early afternoon game here as Michigan takes on Iowa in Big 10 Conference Tourney play. Iowa had the tough task of playing last night and turning around and playing in less than 24 hours. This is something these teams don't usually do during the season. Iowa jumped out to an early lead vs Illinois on Wednesday and never looked back, winning 96-87. The Hawkeyes have won two straight after a six game losing streak. Michigan will make the NCAA whether they win or lose in this tourney. With 25 wins the Wolverines have won five straight and seven of the last eight. They swept Iowa this season, winning at Iowa 75-68 and then at home over the Hawkeyes, 74-59. Michigan laying 8.5 points here, but with a tired Iowa team I don't see that as a problem. Play Michigan. |
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02-28-18 | New Mexico -4.5 v. Colorado State | 108-87 | Win | 100 | 6 h 39 m | Show | |
New Mexico has won three straight games coming into this contest. The Lobos have also covered two of their last three games. Colorado State has had a horrible time in conference play, going 0-3 their last three and 1-10 their last 10. In addition, the Rams have covered just one of their last three games and are 3-6-2 ATS their last 11 games. Take the visitor here in New Mexico. |
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02-28-18 | Warriors -8.5 v. Wizards | 109-101 | Loss | -113 | 7 h 3 m | Show | |
The Golden State Warriors currently in 2nd in the West, just a half game back of Houston. The Rockets 13 game win streak has propelled them into the top spot in the conference. The Warriors are the top offense in the league, averaging 116.2 ppg and 30.6 assists. Golden State has won three state games and six of the last seven. Washington sits fourth in the East with a 36-25 record. The Wizards are just a half back of the Cavs for third place. Washington has won two straight and five of the last six. The Warriors have won 12 of the last 14 meetings between these teams and have some motivation here, catch Houston. The Warriors have also covered five of the last seven meetings in Washington. Even though there is no White House visit for the Warriors, they will have regaining the top spot in the West on their minds. Play Golden State. |
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02-28-18 | Ole Miss v. Kentucky -8.5 | 78-96 | Win | 100 | 6 h 58 m | Show | |
SEC matchup here today between Ole Miss and Kentucky. Mississippi is down to their last two regular season games with tonight's contest and then a home game vs Vandy. the Rebels have been awful, winning just one of their lat nine games. In addition, the Rebs are just 1-8 ATS in their last nine games. Ole Miss has not been good on the road either, covering just three of their nine road games this year. Kentucky has a three game win streak coming into tonight. They also have two games left with tonight's contest and then a road game at Florida. The Wildcats had a rough streak, losing four straight games both S/U and ATS. The Cats are 13-6 ATS in their last 19 home games vs a teams with a losing record. Kentucky has also covered five of the last six meetings in this series. Take Kentucky tonight. |
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02-28-18 | Temple -2 v. Connecticut | 66-72 | Loss | -108 | 4 h 34 m | Show | |
Temple has been good for bettors of late, going 7-1 ATS in their last eight games (All conference). They are also 6-1 ATS on the road their last seven games. Can't say the same for U Conn. The Huskies are 0-6 ATS in their last six vs conference opponents, 7-21 ATS in their last 21 home games and 9-23 ATS their last 32 overall. I like the visitor here, take Temple. |
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02-28-18 | Dayton v. La Salle -2.5 | 53-71 | Win | 100 | 4 h 33 m | Show | |
Atlantic 10 play here tonight has Dayton playing at La Salle. Dayton has just two games left in the regular season and can make it to .500 with a win tonight and a final win at George Washington. The Flyers are 0-5 ATS in their last five and 1-9-1 ATS their last 11 games. La Salle has won two of its las three games. After a terrible spread run of 0-6, they have bounced back with two straight covers. Dayton has struggled on the road, losing their last five vs the number and going just 1-8 ATS their last nine away games. Take La Salle here tonight. |
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02-27-18 | Kings v. Blazers -11.5 | Top | 99-116 | Win | 100 | 21 h 38 m | Show |
Portland catches Sacramento is a good spot here as the Kings are playing the second of a back-to-back spot tonight. The Kings lost at home last night to the T'Wolves, 118-100, then had to jump on a plane for the trip to Portland for tonight's contest. Portland has covered six of its last seven on its home court. In addition, the Blazers are 7-2-1 ATS in their last 10 vs the Western Conference. Portland has covered three of the last four in this series including the last two games by a combined 30 points. Kings are a bad team and now they are put in a bad spot, that's what we need for an easy win on Tuesday. Take Portland. |
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02-27-18 | Oklahoma v. Baylor -3.5 | 64-87 | Win | 100 | 9 h 56 m | Show | |
A pair of 17 win teams face off today as Oklahoma plays at Baylor. Oklahoma finally got a win, beating Kansas State at home last time, 86-77. The win snapped a six game losing streak for Oklahoma. In fact, the Sooners have not been good on the road, failing to cover in each of their last eight games. The Sooners have covered just one time on the road in conference play this year and that was way back in December. Baylor had been on a nice five game win streak before losing at home to West Virginia and then at TCU. Still, the Bears have covered six of their last eight games. In addition, they are 5-2 ATS in their last seven home games. Two very contrasting teams here tonight. The Sooners are bad, especially on the road and the Bears are good at home. Take Baylor tonight |
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02-26-18 | Texas Tech v. West Virginia -6.5 | 74-84 | Win | 100 | 8 h 13 m | Show | |
Two teams here that both have over 20 wins meet tonight as Texas Tech takes on West Virginia. Both of these teams can still tie Kansas for the Big 12 regular season title. However, more than likely this is a game for the 2nd seed in the conference. Texas Tech has an excellent defense, allowing just 29 points in the first half of games this season and holding opponents to under 40% shooting. West Virginia lead the first matchup between these teams by 11 points, but they gave it up late and lost by just one point. Motivation shouldn't be an issue here as they want to get the bad taste of that loss at Tech out of their mouth and they want that #2 seed. This should be a great game, but don't expect West Virginia to be giving up a big lead tonight. Play West Virginia. |
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02-25-18 | UNLV v. New Mexico -3 | 90-91 | Loss | -109 | 2 h 26 m | Show | |
Motivation at this point in the season plays a big part in how teams perform in these last few conference tames. UNLV has lost two straight games to San Diego State and Fresno State. Now they have three Mountain West games left, today at New Mexico then home to play Nevada and close out at Utah State. Problem for UNLV is that they will not finish above .500 in conference play. That means they have lost that first round bye in the Mountain West Conference tourney. So really they have little to play for today. New Mexico has won two straight games including a monster performance last time out at Wyoming where they scored a season |
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02-24-18 | Indiana State v. Bradley -5.5 | 66-64 | Loss | -108 | 16 h 45 m | Show | |
Missouri Valley conference action today has Indiana State play its last game of the regular season. Indiana State has lost four of its last five games. In addition, they have failed to cover in each of their last five games and eight of the last nine. Bradley can reach 21 wins today in its final regular season game. The Braves have lost just one time on their home court all season and that was to Drake earlier this month. Moreover, Bradley is 8-1-2 ATS in its 11 home games. Bradley just a much better team, lay the points here with the home club. Take Bradley. |
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02-24-18 | South Carolina v. Mississippi State -7 | Top | 68-72 | Loss | -100 | 5 h 46 m | Show |
SEC action today has South Carolina (16-13 S/U, 14-14 ATS) playing at Mississippi State (20-8 S/U, 12-11 ATS). The Gamecocks have won their last two games, both at home. That followed a six game losing skid S/U and 1-5 mark vs the number. Today South Carolina faces a Bulldogs team that is 5-0 ATS in its last five home games, 8-0 ATS in its last eight overall and 6-0 ATS vs a team with a winning record. The Bulldogs still have three games left with Tennessee and LSU up next. This team can easily win 22 games and likely an automatic bid to the NCAA tourney. State is very tough on its home court and the Gamecocks are the perfect opponent for a plucking today. Play Mississippi State. |
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02-24-18 | Valparaiso v. Drake -5.5 | 69-64 | Loss | -101 | 15 h 34 m | Show | |
The final game of the regular season today for both these Missouri Valley conference teams. Valpo is 14-16 on the season, but has lost nine of its last 12 conference games. Drake has been excellent at home, covering seven of their nine games. Drake has won three of their last four conference games both S/U and ATS. I believe Valpo is a better team then we've seen this season, but right now the momentum is with Drake. Play the home team here in Drake. |
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02-24-18 | Louisville v. Virginia Tech -3 | 75-68 | Loss | -105 | 2 h 15 m | Show | |
Atlantic Coast Conference action here today as Louisville (18-11) plays at Virginia Tech(21-8). Louisville has struggled of late losing its last two games and five fo the last seven. The Cardinals have also not covered the last two games and four of the last six. Tech just a 3.5 point favorite here today while my recent form numbers have them seven and six points. Louisville has struggled against good teams, posting just a 7-18-1 ATS mark the last 26 vs a team with a winning percentage above 60 percent. The Hokies have been tough at home, covering 27 of their last 38 games. Tech is way too good at home to pass on this small line. Play Virginia Tech. |
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02-23-18 | Wolves v. Rockets -8.5 | 102-120 | Win | 100 | 9 h 9 m | Show | |
The Houston Rockets are now 44-13 on the season while the Minnesota T'Wolves are 36-25. Minnesota is off a win over the Lakers, 119-111 while Houston had a easy time with the Kings, 100-91. The Rockets have already taken both previous meetings this year by 18 points both games. The T'Wolves are just 1-5 ATS in their last six road games and 0-5 ATS overall their last five games. The Rockets are 8-1 ATS their last nine games with 3 or more days rest. I like the home team here, play Houston. |
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02-22-18 | UCLA v. Utah -2.5 | 78-84 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
PAC 12 action tonight has UCLA (19-8 S/U, 13-13 ATS) playing at Utah (17-9 S/U, 14-10 ATS). UCLA looks for its 20th win of the season tonight at Utah. The Bruins have won two straight and six of the last seven games. UCLA hasn't done quite as well on the road, going just 1-3 their last four and 2-4 their last six. Utah brings a four-game win streak into tonight's contest. The Utes have also covered three of their last four and seven of their last nine. Utah has also covered their last four at home. The home team has covered eight of the last nine in this series. The Utes have also covered the last four vs the Bruins in Utah. I like Utah here tonight. Play Utah. |
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02-21-18 | DePaul +19 v. Villanova | 62-93 | Loss | -104 | 4 h 37 m | Show | |
Big East play today has Depaul (10-16) playing at Villanova (24-3). Depaul got beat bad in their first meeting with Villanova back in December, 103-85. Since that game, Depaul has won just three times. I don't expect them to win tonight against a Villanova club that has 24 wins. However, Depaul has been good to bettors on the road, covering eight of their 12 games. I also like that Villanova will have a pair of tough road games up next, with Creighton and Seton Hall on the schedule. This is a classic look-ahead spot for Villanova as they don't feel they can lose to Depaul. Good spot to rest their best players in the 2nd half of the game for the upcoming road trip. Take the points here with Depaul. |
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02-21-18 | Michigan v. Penn State -4 | 72-63 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 8 m | Show | |
Big Ten Action tonight as Michigan takes on Penn State. Michigan has 22 wins this season with just two games left in the conference schedule. Both of their last two games ar on the road with Penn State and Maryland. The Wolverines have won three straight and five of their last six. Penn State can reach 20 wins tonight with a win at home over Michigan or in their last game at Nebraska. The Nittany Lions have won four of their last five games and covered seven of their last eight games. Penn State is a 3.5 point favorite here tonight. My recent form numbers have them double digits and that's good for me. I'm taking Penn State. |
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02-21-18 | SMU v. East Carolina +8 | 77-58 | Loss | -102 | 2 h 8 m | Show | |
American Athletic play tonight has SMU (15-12 S/U, 7-13 ATS) playing at East Carolina (10-15 S/U, 10-8 ATS). SMU comes into tonight's contest riding a five game losing streak. They are also doing poorly for bettors with a 2-9-1 ATS mark their last 12 games. East Carolina is coming off a home loss to U Conn, 80-84. The Pirates have done well at home, covering their last five games on their home court. Can't say the same for SMU, which is just 1-6-1 ATS on the road this season. Getting eight points at home with a team that covers on its home court is good to me. I'll take the points with East Carolina. |
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02-21-18 | Xavier v. Georgetown +5.5 | 89-77 | Loss | -102 | 2 h 38 m | Show | |
Big East Conference play is winding down and Xavier looks to stay with the top teams in the conference with a win here today at Georgetown. Xavier saw its nine-game win streak snapped last game at home in a loss to Villanova, 79-95. Xavier has covered six of their last eight games. Georgetown is 15-10 on the season and has won two straight games. The Hoyas have also covered five straight games. The last time these clubs met, Xavier lost in OT, 91-96 on their home court. Georgetown is covering spreads and now they get 5.5 points on their home court. I'll take Georgetown tonight. |
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02-20-18 | Kentucky v. Arkansas -5.5 | Top | 87-72 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 58 m | Show |
SEC play tonight has Kentucky 18-9 S/U, 10-16 ATS) playing at Arkansas (19-8 S/U, 14-13 ATS). The Kentucky Wildcats have struggled lately in conference, losing four of their last five games and failing to cover five of their last six games. Meanwhile, Arkansas has won four straight both S/U and ATS. The Razorbacks, which started SEC poorly, have finished strong as they head into the home stretch of the regular season. Arkansas has home games vs Kentucky and Auburn left with two away games at Alabama and Missouri. My recent form number has Arkansas as a 11-point favorite here, well above the 5.5-point line posted tonight. I like the way Arkansas is playing while Kentucky has struggled. Play the home team, Arkansas |
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02-20-18 | Ole Miss v. Missouri -7.5 | 90-87 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 53 m | Show | |
SEC action here tonight has 9-17 Mississippi playing at Missouri (18-9). Ole Miss has struggled, especially in the SEC where it has lost seven straight and nine of the last 10. They have fared any better vs the number, going 0-7 ATS their last seven games. In addition, the Rebels are just 2-9 ATS on the road this season. Missouri saw its five game SEC win streak snapped last game at LSU, losing 63-64. The Tigers are 4-1-1 ATS their last five games. The line has dropped to Missouri minus 7.5-points, which makes this a play for me as I have the Tigers at just over double digits. Play Missouri. |
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02-19-18 | Minnesota v. Wisconsin -7 | 63-73 | Win | 100 | 7 h 14 m | Show | |
Two teams that will need to do well once the Big 10 Tourney comes are Wisconsin and Minnesota. Both club just over or just below the .500 mark. Minnesota has lost eight straight games coming into tonight's contest. In addition, they have lost 11 of their last 14 games. They haven't fared much better against the number, covering just one game in their last nine and going 2-10 ATS in their last 12 contests. Wisconsin is coming off a big home win over Purdue, 57-53 as a 11-point dog. The Badgers have won two lf their last three games. Still, they are just 4-9 in conference play. My recent power number clearly favor the Badgers in this matchup, by as much as 13 points. I'll lay the seven with the home team. Play Wisconsin. |
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02-18-18 | Loyola-Chicago -5.5 v. Evansville | 76-66 | Win | 100 | 4 h 15 m | Show | |
Loyola Chicago is having a excellent season with 22 wins and just five losses. The Ramblers are also 15-7 ATS on the season, 8-3 ATS on the road. Loyola has lost just two games in conference play, once at Missouri State to open Missouri Valley play and the other at Bradley on Jan 31st. The Ramblers have also covered three of their last four and 10 of their last 12. Evansville is 16-13 on the season. They have lost two straight and three of their last four games. In their previous game at Loyola Chicago they lost 59-66, but just covered the eight-point spread. Evansville will likely be without guard Dru Smith, who was downgraded to doubtful with a foot injury. Smith averaged 13.4 ppg. I'm taking Loyola here on Sunday. |
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02-18-18 | Houston v. Temple +3 | Top | 80-59 | Loss | -100 | 4 h 5 m | Show |
Temple was looking for a huge upset win last game at Wichita State. The Owls jumped out to monster lead at halftime, 56-42. However, they seemed to be gassed in the second half, losing 30-51 and ultimately the game by a 86-93 mark. The Owls still got the cover though, their sixth in a row. Now, they take on a Houston team they lost to by just three points as a 7.5 point dog their fist time. Houston is 20-5 on the season and 12-8 ATS. Houston has won three straight (all at home). The have lost two of their last three on the road though. In fact, they have also covered just one of their last five on the road. I like the home dog here as Temple is playing very well and has home court. Take the points with Temple. |
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02-18-18 | Nebraska +1 v. Illinois | 66-72 | Loss | -105 | 4 h 45 m | Show | |
Nebraska is one of those quiet teams in the Big 10 this year that has jumped to 20 wins. The Huskers have won six straight games and eight of their last nine. In addition, Nebraska has covered eight straight and 12 of their last 13 games. Illinois has not had a good year at just 12-15 on the season and 9-13 ATS. The Fighting Illini have lost four straight games and 10 of their last 12. Nebraska has covered its last eight game on the road while Illinois has covered just one of it last seven at home. Play Nebraska. |
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02-17-18 | Ole Miss v. Mississippi State -7 | 62-79 | Win | 100 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Rivalry Game of the Year : Battle for state bragging rights back on the table here today as Ole Miss takes on Mississippi State. Ole Miss definitely the worst of the two clubs, as they bring a six game losing streak into today's contest. In addition, the Rebels have lost nine of their last 11 games. They haven't done any better vs the number, going 0-6 ATS their last six games. They are also 2-8 ATS in their last 10 road games. Miss State has done better, posting a 18-8 record on the season. The Bulldogs have covered six straight games and five of their last six at home. A little revenge on the board here too, as Ole Miss beat Mississippi State in their first meeting back in early January, 64-58. Look for an easy Mississippi State win today. |
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02-17-18 | Texas Tech v. Baylor -1.5 | 57-59 | Win | 100 | 7 h 11 m | Show | |
Big 12 Conference action as Texas Tech takes on Baylor this evening. Tech has been very good in conference play, going 11-3. Tech has won seven straight and four straight vs the number. Baylor has also been hot of late, winning four straight games. The Bears don't have the same winning record as Tech, but they have been good to bettors. Baylor has covered five straight games and is 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games. What I like most about Baylor is at home. The Bears have covered four of their last five home games. Take Baylor here on Saturday. |
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02-17-18 | St. Louis v. Richmond -2.5 | 72-66 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 52 m | Show | |
Atlantic 10 conference action here today has St Louis (14-12 S/U, 14-9 ATS) playing at Richmond. The Bilikins started conference play with a 1-4 record before heating up a bit and winning six of their last eight. Richmond has lost two straight games, both on the road. The Spiders have been a much better team at home, covering four of their last six games. The Bilikens are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven road games vs a team with a losing overall home record. Richmond has covered seven of its last nine conference games and that's just what I look for her today. Play Richmond. |
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02-17-18 | UAB v. Southern Miss +2.5 | 87-69 | Loss | -102 | 7 h 53 m | Show | |
UAB has been struggling vs the number lately, going just 2-7 ATS in their last nine games (all conference). In addition, they are just 5-13 ATS in their last 18 road games vs a home team with a winning percentage of .60 or better. Moreover, on the road they have covered just seven of 24 tries. Can't say the same for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles. The Eagles are 19-7 ATS at home vs a losing road team. They are 7-1 ATS in their last overall home games. Just four games left for Southern Miss and two at home. I like them to cover this one of their last two on their home court. Play Southern Miss. |
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02-17-18 | Auburn -6 v. South Carolina | 75-84 | Loss | -110 | 3 h 11 m | Show | |
SEC Action this afternoon has a very good Auburn team (23-3 S/U, 18-6 ATS) playing at South Carolina (13-13 S/U, 11-14 ATS). Auburn has been one of the best this season with 23 wins. Two of the Tigers losses have come in conference, one to Texas A&M and the other to Alabama. The Tigers have also covered well, going 7-1 ATS in their last eight games. Meanwhile, South Carolina has been reeling of late, losing six straight coming into this contest. In addition, the Gamecocks are just 1-5 ATS in their last six games. I like Auburn a lot here on Saturday. |
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02-15-18 | Hawaii v. Cal-Irvine -6.5 | Top | 62-61 | Loss | -112 | 10 h 2 m | Show |
Hawaii makes the long trip East to play at Cal Irvine tonight. The Rainbow Warriors have lost five straight games. Due to distance, the team only makes limited road trips and so far this year they are 1-4 S/U, 2-3 ATS away from home. Meanwhile, UC Irvine has won five straight and seven of their last eight games. The Anteaters are also 5-0 ATS their last five and 7-2-1 ATS their last 10 games. Hawaii not playing well of late, evidenced by my own recent form line of well over double-digits on the home team here. I will lay the points with UC Irvine tonight. |
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02-15-18 | Oregon State v. UCLA -7 | 68-75 | Push | 0 | 10 h 0 m | Show | |
As the conference battles enter the final stretch, we have a PAC 12 matchup here tonight between Oregon State and UCLA. The Beavers are just 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall. Oregon State has won two straight games after a four game losing streak. The Beavers have also covered just three of eight away games this season. UCLA saw its four game win streak snapped at Arizona State last time out, 79-88. The Bruins did beat Arizona on the road, 82-74 the game before. UCLA is also 4-2 ATS in their last six games. Bruins play two home games now before closing out the regular season with three road games. That makes these next two at home even more important. I look for UCLA to cover here tonight vs the Beavers. Take UCLA |
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02-15-18 | Middle Tennessee v. Southern Miss +7 | 72-62 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 1 m | Show | |
Conference USA matchup here today has Middle Tennessee State playing at Southern Miss. The Blue Raiders have won seven straight games and in fact have lost just a single game in conference play this year. They have lost three straight vs the number though. Southern Miss is coming off a win over Charlotte and has covered three straight. The Golden Eagles are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games and 21-8-1 ATS in their last 30 games vs a team with a winning road record. Southern Miss playing well of late and that leads me to take the points here tonight with the home dog. Play Southern Miss. |
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02-15-18 | William & Mary +4.5 v. Hofstra | 84-90 | Loss | -106 | 6 h 1 m | Show | |
CAA action tonight has William & Mary (16-9 S/U, 14-6 ATS) playing at Hofstra (15-11 S/U, 9-12 ATS). The Tribe is 7-1 ATS in their last eight road games and 4-1 ATS in their last five overall. William & Mary now 9-5 S/U their last 14 games. The Hofstra Pride are just 14-36-1 ATS their last 51 home games. Hofstra has covered just two of their last seven overall games. I like the points here today with the road team. Take William & Mary. |
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02-14-18 | Seton Hall v. Xavier -5 | Top | 90-102 | Win | 100 | 7 h 25 m | Show |
Big East play finds a struggling Seton Hall playing at Xavier tonight. The Pirates have lost three straight games. In addition, Seton Hall is just 2-5 ATS in the last seven road games. Meanwhile, Xavier has won eight straight games and is 6-2 ATS in those contests. Xavier has lost just two conference games this season. I am very happy to see the line come out as Xavier minus 5-points. My own numbers have Xavier as a 8-point favorite on the season and 12-points in recent play. My top play is on the home team here, Xavier. |
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02-14-18 | St. John's -1 v. DePaul | 77-76 | Push | 0 | 7 h 14 m | Show | |
Big East play today has two teams that have had struggled off and on this season. St Johns brings a three-game win streak into today's contest. The Red Storm had lost 11 straight conference games before their modest win streak. This includes a home loss to this Depaul team back in early January, 74-91. Depaul snapped a three game losing streak with a win last game at Providence, 80-63. The Blue Demons are still just 2-6 in their last eight conference games. Two mediocre to bottom level conference teams with a line of St Johns 1.5. My numbers play a huge role in my decision here. I have a big edge to St Johns, especially in recent form numbers where they are as high as 10-points. I have great trust in my numbers, so I'm taking St Johns. |
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02-14-18 | Utah State +5.5 v. New Mexico | 63-78 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 8 m | Show | |
Mountain West contest here has Utah State (14-12 S/U, 12-11 ATS) playing at New Mexico (12-14 S/U, 11-12 ATS). There was a time when playing at the PIT was the pits for visitors. Not quite so anymore, as New Mexico has seen losses at home this year to Tennessee Tech, New Mexico State, Arizona and recently, Boise State. The Lobos are just 7-6 in conference play with five left in the season. Utah State has won four of its last five conference games. The Aggies are coming off a nice home win over Boise State, 71-65 as a three-point dog. New Mexico is a 5-point chalk here tonight, but my numbers have Utah State favored in recent play and almost even for the year. I'll take the points with Utah State. |
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02-14-18 | Pacers -4.5 v. Nets | Top | 108-103 | Win | 100 | 10 h 59 m | Show |
Brooklyn has covered just three of its last 10 games and just one of its last five home games. In fact, the Nets are just 1-9 S/U their last 10 games. Indiana has won two straight games both S/U and ATS. The Pacers are 7-3 S/U their last 10 games. Indiana has also had much success vs the Nets, covering five of the last six meetings and 12 of the last 17 in Brooklyn. Pacers have a fairly easy schedule coming up with Dallas and two games vs the Hawks. No need to look past this opponent tonight. Take the Pacers. |
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02-14-18 | Virginia Tech +12 v. Duke | 52-74 | Loss | -108 | 5 h 9 m | Show | |
Two of the ACC heavyweights clash here on Wednesday as Virginia Tech (18-7 S/U, 13-8 ATS) plays at Duke (20-5 S/U, 14-9 ATS). Virginia Tech has won two straight and five of the last six. They are 7-5 in conference play. The Hokies have also covered five of their last six games. Duke has struggled of late, dropping two of its last three games. The Blue Devils just concluded a three-game road stint that saw losses at St Johns and North Carolina. Duke is now 8-4 in conference play. No doubt both of these clubs will be in the NCAA tourney, but today I like the points with Virginia Tech as Duke returns from a three-game road trip. Play Virginia Tech. |
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02-13-18 | Virginia v. Miami-FL +6 | 59-50 | Loss | -106 | 7 h 9 m | Show | |
Big ACC matchup here today between Virginia (23-2 S/U and 16-5 ATS) and Miami Florida (18-6 S/U, 9-10 ATS). Virginia is the top ranked team in the nation heading into tonight's contest, despite losing to Virginia Tech 60-61 in OT last Saturday. The Cavaliers haven't had it easy of late, with three of their last five games decided by four points or less. The Cavs are always at the top of the country in points allowed, so look for a low scoring game here today. Virginia is just 1-7 on the road at Miami. Miami knows how to play the upset role, last beating a No. 1 team in 2013 when they hosted Duke. I like the points here today. Take Miami. |
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02-13-18 | Kansas v. Iowa State +7 | Top | 83-77 | Win | 100 | 8 h 58 m | Show |
Kansas was ranked 10th in the country before losing at Baylor on Saturday, 64-80. The Jayhawks were never in that game and now must play their second game in a row on the road. Kansas is just 9-4 in Big 12 play now, having lost two of their last three games. They play at Iowa State tonight. The Cyclones have just four wins in conference play, but all four have come at home where they are 4-1 in Big 12 action their last five games. Iowa State is coming off a home win over Oklahoma, 88-80. I like taking the points here at home with a good home team like Iowa State. Play Iowa State |
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02-12-18 | Pelicans +3 v. Pistons | 118-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 18 m | Show | |
Detroit has now lost two games with new addition Blake Griffin. The Pistons lost to the Clippers at home, 95-108 and then on Sunday night at Atlanta, 115-118. Now the Pistons have to come back with the second of a back to back spot against the Pelicans. New Orleans snapped a three game losing streak on Saturday night, 138-128 in OT. The Pelicans have still lost five of their last seven both S/U and ATS. New Orleans has owned this series of late, winning nine of the last 10 meetings. The Pelicans have also covered seven of the last 10. With the little extra rest, plus their recent success vs the Pistons, I like the visitor here today. Play New Orleans. |
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02-12-18 | Knicks v. 76ers -11.5 | 92-108 | Win | 100 | 8 h 17 m | Show | |
It's never easy to play a back-to-back spot like the Knicks are here tonight. However, it's even worse when you have to do so without your leading scorer, Kristaps Porzingis who is out for the rest of the year with a torn ACL. The Knicks actually just got the cover last night at Indiana, just slipping inside the 9.5 point line. The loss was the sixth in a row for the Knicks. Moreover, it was the first time the Knicks have scored more than 96 points in their last six gaems. Meanwhile, Philly has played pretty well, winning their last three games both S/U and ATS. They are undefeated on their recent home stand and have outscored their last three opponents by double digits. I don't see the Sixers having any issues with the Knicks tonight. Play Philadelphia |
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02-12-18 | Notre Dame +10.5 v. North Carolina | Top | 66-83 | Loss | -106 | 5 h 56 m | Show |
Notre Dame brings a modest two game win streak into today's game at North Carolina. The Irish have had a rough time in ACC play, going just 5-7 in conference play. North Carolina is 19-7 S/U on the year and 14-10 ATS. The Tar Heels are 8-5 in ACC play and 6-6-1 ATS. The line is a bit out of control right now at NCU -10.5 points. My number has the Tar Heels closer to six or seven points. The Irish should also be well rested for this contest, having played just two times in the last week and neither game very taxing. Irish also have revenge for a home loss they should have won against this NCU team. I'm taking the points here with Notre Dame. |
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02-11-18 | Illinois State +5.5 v. Valparaiso | 58-74 | Loss | -100 | 5 h 5 m | Show | |
Missouri Valley action today has Illinois State (14-11 S/U, 10-11 ATS) playing at Valparaiso (12-14 S/U, 9-13 ATS). Illinois State brings a four game win streak into today's contest. They also have covered three of their last four. Valpo has struggled, losing two straight and seven of the last eight games. In addition, the club has covered just one game in their last six tries. My recent form numbers have Illinois State a favorite in this game. Take the points with the visitor. Play Illinois State. |
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02-10-18 | USC +5.5 v. Arizona | 67-81 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 2 m | Show | |
A big PAC-12 conference game here today as USC (17-8 S/U, 16-9 ATS) plays at Arizona (19-6 S/U, 8-15 ATS). The Trojans would like to snap their two game road losing streak here today. USC had won six straight before their recent road losses. USC has also been good at covering spreads, going 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games. Arizona also comes into today with a two game losing streak after their home loss to UCLA, 74-82. The Wildcats have not been good at covering, going just 1-5 ATS in their last six and 2-8 ATS their last 10. My numbers have these teams very evenly matched. I like the way USC covers the spread, unlike Arizona. I'll take the points here with the dog. Take USC. |
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02-10-18 | Rider -10 v. Marist | 89-79 | Push | 0 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Metro Atlantic play has Rider ((18-7 S/U, 13-7 ATS) playing at Marist (5-20 S/U, 10-9 ATS) today. Rider has been very good, winning seven straight games and covering 10 of the last 13 games. It has not been a good year for Marist, winning just five games on the season. The team has lost seven of its last eight games in conference. They did hang close in their game at Rider though, losing just 57-60 and covering the double digit number. Rider has been very good covering on the road, evidenced by their 10-3 ATS mark. I don't see them having any issues covering this large number here today. Play Rider. |
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02-10-18 | Rutgers v. Nebraska -9.5 | Top | 55-67 | Win | 100 | 6 h 49 m | Show |
Big 10 conference play has Rutgers (12-14 S/U, 9-9 ATS) playing at Nebraska (18-8 S/U, 17-6 ATS). Rutgers has struggled in conference play, losing the last six games and eight of the last nine. The Scarlet Knights have also struggled to cover spread, going 1-5 ATS their last six games. They face a Nebraska team that has won four straight games and six of the last seven. The Huskers have also been great vs the number, covering six straight and going 13-1-1 their last 15 games. Nebraska is an excellent home team and should have little trouble covering this game today. Play Nebraska. |
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02-10-18 | Loyola-Chicago -3.5 v. Indiana State | 75-71 | Win | 100 | 4 h 48 m | Show | |
Loyola Chicago has had an excellent season, posting a 20-5 S/U record and 14-6 ATS mark. The Ramblers have covered nine of their last 10 games and are 30-12-1 ATS their last 43 road games vs a team with a winning home record. Indiana State is 12-13 and coming off a home blowout loss to Missouri State, 62-81. It was the teams second consecutive loss on its home court. My recent form numbers have Loyola a double digit favorite here today. The Ramblers are just too good for the Sycamores today and I'll lay the points with Loyola Chicago. |
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02-10-18 | Fordham v. Duquesne -8.5 | 80-57 | Loss | -100 | 2 h 48 m | Show | |
Early action on Saturday has Fordham (5-14 S/U, 3-7 ATS) playing at Duquesne (15-10 S/U, 10-7 ATS). Fordham has had a tough time in Atlantic 10 conference play, winning just three of their 11 games both S/U and ATS. They have also covered just Two games on the road this season. Duquesne looks to snap a two-game losing streak today. The Dukes have been sharp on their home court, posting a 5-1 ATS record their last six games. Duquesne just the much better team here and should have no trouble covering this line. Play Duquesne. |
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02-09-18 | Kent State +6 v. Ball State | Top | 68-87 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 48 m | Show |
Friday MAC action has Kent (12-12 S/U, 10-8 ATS) playing at Ball State (15-9 S/U, 7-11 ATS). Kent enters play tonight 6-5 in conference play. Kent had covered five straight before dropping their last two. Ball State is also 6-5 in conference play, but only 2-9 ATS. Ball State has had trouble covering at home lately, dropping their last four on their own court against the number. My recent form numbers have Ball State from one to three point favorite. Line just too high on the home club here tonight. Play Kent State. |
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02-09-18 | Minnesota v. Indiana -6.5 | 56-80 | Win | 100 | 7 h 8 m | Show | |
BIG 10 action has Minnesota (14-12 S/U, 9-15 ATS) playing at Indiana (13-12 S/U, 15-10 ATS). Both these clubs in the mid to lower part of the conference standings. With lots of good teams in the Big 10, a .500 record just won't cut it. Minnesota has been horrible of late, losing six straight and going 2-9 in conference play. In addition, they have covered just once in their last six and twice in their last 10. Indiana has won just one game in their five, but have covered five of their last six. The Hoosiers have been a good covering team, now 8-3 ATS in their 11 conference games. This is my top play for Friday and it's on Indiana. |
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02-09-18 | Clippers v. Pistons -3 | 108-95 | Loss | -115 | 18 h 48 m | Show | |
This will be the first time since Blake Griffin will have the chance to face his former team in the LA Clippers. Griffin has energized this Pistons club. The Pistons are 9th in the East conference with a 27-26 record, just percentage points behind Philadelphia. In fact, only three games separate the Pistons from 4th place in the East. That makes this Griffin trade even bigger. Detroit has not lost since they got the star forward from the Clippers, winning five straight games. The Clippers also sit in 9th place in the West and are just four games back of 4th place. This should be an interesting game and I have no doubt that Griffin will have extra incentive tonight against his old club. Play the Pistons. |
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02-08-18 | Washington State v. Oregon State -9 | 62-94 | Win | 100 | 9 h 32 m | Show | |
PAC-12 action tonight has Washington State (9-13 S/U, 9-12 ATS) playing at Oregon State (11-11 S/U, 8-14 ATS). Washington State is the worst team in the PAC-12, winning just one game and losing nine games in conference play. The Cougars have been horrible on the road, going 0-7 ATS in their last seven games and 0-5 in their last conference road games. Oregon State should have an excellent chance here tonight to snap its four game losing streak. The Beavers have been decent at home, covering three of their last five. Pretty big number here for the Beavers to cover tonight, but against this Cougars team, should be no problem. Play Oregon State. |
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02-08-18 | Portland State v. Montana -8 | Top | 60-80 | Win | 100 | 7 h 3 m | Show |
My Big Sky conference GOY here tonight has Portland State playing at Montana. Portland State has covered just one time in their last six games. The club is also just 4-6 S/U in conference play. Montana is 18-5 on the season and a very nice 15-5 ATS. The Grizzlies are unbeaten in conference, with a perfect 11-0 Record. They are also impressive vs the number, with a 9-1-1 ATS mark. In fact, the Grizzlies have yet to fail to cover on their home court this year. Portland State might also be without one of its leading scorers tonight in guard Deontae North, who is facing a possible suspension. With or without North, I like Montana in a big win here tonight. Play Montana |
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02-08-18 | Tulane v. Tulsa -7 | 89-91 | Loss | -102 | 5 h 1 m | Show | |
American Athletic Association play tonight has Tulane (13-9 /U, 7-10 ATS) at Tulsa (13-10 S/U, 13-7 ATS). Tulane will try and snap a three game spread losing streak tonight at Tulsa. The Green Wave are just 4-6 in conference play this season both S/U and ATS. Meanwhile, Tulsa has won two straight in conference play and is 5-1 ATS their last six. The Golden Hurricane is 6-5 in conference play. Tulsa has been a good home team, going 5-1 their last six on their home court. Lay the points with the home team tonight. Play Tulsa. |
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02-07-18 | California v. Colorado -10 | 64-68 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 34 m | Show | |
PAC-12 action tonight has California (8-17 S/U, 9-12 ATS) playing at Colorado (13-10 S/U, 11-11 ATS). The Bears finally got a win in conference play last game with a home win over Oregon State, 74-70. The win snapped a nine game conference losing streak. They haven't done much better vs the number, going 3-7 ATS their last 10 games. Colorado hasn't been much better, winning at home last time over Utah, 67-55. The Buffs have been decent at home, going 4-1 S/U and ATS in conference. This is strictly a home play here on Colorado. They play excellent at home and Cal is just a terrible team. Play Colorado. |
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02-07-18 | Wolves -3.5 v. Cavs | Top | 138-140 | Loss | -106 | 18 h 2 m | Show |
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been a very strange team. On one hand, you have the team with the third best record in the Eastern conference at 30-22. On the other hand, you have a team that is horrible at covering spreads this year. The Cavs had to play last night at Orlando. They led 43-31 after one quarter and 67-51 at the half. In the second half, the Cavs scored a total of 31 of points and lost 116-98 to the Magic, a blowout loss. The Cavs are now 14-36-1 ATS in their last 51 overall games. They are 16-35-2 ATS in their last 53 home games. That is terrible. Now they play the second of back-to-back spot where they are notorious for resting players. This is the perfect spot for a T'Wolves team that is 34-22 and 3rd in the West. Yes, it's difficult to lay points at Cleveland, but I'm just not sure what is going on with this Cavaliers club right now. Play the Timberwolves. |
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02-07-18 | Kansas State v. Texas -5 | 67-64 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 33 m | Show | |
Big 12 action tonight has Kansas State (16-7 S/U, 8-12 ATS) playing at Texas (15-8 S/U, 11-8 ATS). Kansas State is 6-5 in conference play (2-3 on the road). The Cats have not covered in any of their last three games. In addition, they have scored 56, 56 and 51 in their last three games. Texas is 3-1 in their last four games and 4-0 ATS. The Longhorns are also 6-5 in conference S/U but have a better spread record at 8-3 ATS. My recent form numbers have Texas as a double digit favorite here tonight. I like the Longhorns on their home court. Play Texas. |
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02-07-18 | Marquette v. Seton Hall -6 | 88-85 | Loss | -102 | 6 h 33 m | Show | |
Big East Conference matchup tonight as Marquette (14-10 S/U, 10-12 ATS) takes on Seton Hall (17-6 S/U, 11-12). Marquette looks to snap a four game losing streak tonight. They lost three straight at home and are now 4-7 in conference play. Now they take to the road for three straight games. Seton Hall is coming off a road loss at Villanova, 76-92. The Pirates have been almost perfect at home this year, posting a 11-1 record. Lay the points with the home team here tonight. Play Seton Hall. |
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02-06-18 | Nebraska +3 v. Minnesota | Top | 91-85 | Win | 100 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
A Big 10 conference game has Nebraska (17-8 S/U, 16-6 ATS) playing at Minnesota (14-11 S/U, 9-14 ATS). Nebraska comes into play tonight with a three game win streak. They have also won five of their last six games. They have done even better vs the number, going 5-0 their last five and 12-1-1 ATS their last 14. Minnesota, conversely, has a five game losing streak and has lost eight of the last nine. The Gophers are also 1-4 ATS their last five and 1-7 ATS their last eight. Not sure how the Oddsmaker has Minnesota as a three-point favorite. My recent numbers how Nebraska as a double-digit favorite. This is a big play for me tonight. Take Nebraska. |
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02-06-18 | Miami-OH +8 v. Western Michigan | 64-68 | Win | 100 | 8 h 53 m | Show | |
MAC action here tonight has a pair of 13 win teams facing off as Miami Ohio plays at Western Michigan. Miami has won two straight games and four of the last five. They are just 6-4 S/U in MAC play and 6-3-1 ATS. Western Michigan is coming off a road loss to Buffalo 86-92. They are now 5-5 in conference play and 5-5 ATS. These clubs are pretty evenly matched here tonight, I'm a bit surprised the odds are now 8-points on Western. I think that is just too much. Take Miami Ohio |
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02-06-18 | Pennsylvania +5.5 v. Princeton | 82-65 | Win | 100 | 7 h 53 m | Show | |
A classic Ivy league basketball meeting here today as Penn takes on Princeton. The Quakers have won three straight and six of their last seven games. They are 5-0 in conference play, 3-2 ATS. These teams opened Ivy play back on Jan 6 with Penn taking the game on their home court, 76-70 as a 4.5-point favorite. Princeton is 15-6 on the season and is coming off a OT loss at home to Brown, 100-102. The loss drops the Tigers back to 3-2 in conference play, 2-3 ATS. After tonight's contest, Princeton will hit the road for a four-game road stint. Penn has the edge this year against their long time hoop rivals. Getting 5.5 points is just a bonus. Take Penn. |
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02-05-18 | Blazers v. Pistons -2 | 91-111 | Win | 100 | 21 h 47 m | Show | |
The Blazers are coming off a blowout loss at Toronto last time out, 105-130. The Blazers are still playing good ball, winning seven of their last nine games. Meanwhile, Detroit is 2-0 with the addition of star forward Blake Griffin. Their home stand continues here tonight as they are 3-0 so far on this stand. The Pistons have done well vs the West, going 14-6-1 ATS their last 21 games. The home team has covered eight of the last 11 in this series. In addition, the Pistons are 5-1 ATS in their last six at Detroit. I like the Pistons here tonight as Griffin becomes a bigger part of the offense. |
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02-05-18 | Bucknell -7.5 v. Lehigh | 89-92 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 4 m | Show | |
Patriot League Action here on Monday as Bucknell (17-8 S/U, 3-2 ATS) plays at Lehigh (10-13 S/U, 1-1 ATS). Not a lot of spreads posted on these clubs, but Bucknell has more at 3-2 ATS on the season, They are 2-1ATS in conference and have just one loss against 11 wins overall. Bucknell has had little trouble in the conference, even on the road where they have won their conference road games by 12, 20, 8, 12, 5 and 17. All but one above today's 7.5-point posted number. Lehigh hasn't fared so well in conference, going just 5-7 on the season. These clubs met back in early January with Bucknell winning on their home court, 78-65. Bucknell is just the much better team here and I don't mind laying this price on the road. |
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02-03-18 | Pacific -5 v. Pepperdine | 81-72 | Win | 100 | 11 h 1 m | Show | |
West Coast conference matchup here tonight late as Pacific (11-13 S/U, 12-9 ATS) takes on Pepperdine (4-19 S/U, 6-16). Pepperdine definitely the worst in this conference having won just four times on the season and and once in conference. That lone win came at home over Loyola Marymount, 71-70. The team is also doing terribly against the spread, covering just one time in their last nine attempts. Meanwhile, Pacific has covered eight of their last 10 with a push. Pacific the much better team here and with four days off before Gonzaga I don't see any look ahead. Play Pacific. |
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02-03-18 | Drake v. Bradley -7.5 | Top | 78-68 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 1 m | Show |
Missouri Valley conference game here today has Drake (12-12 S/U, 12-8 ATS) playing at Bradley (17-7 S/U, 13-7 ATS). Drake tries to snap a three-game losing streak this evening at Bradley. Drake is 6-4 in conference play and 6-4 ATS. Bradley comes into tonight riding a four game win streak. They have also covered their last four gaems. Bradley has yet to lose against the spread at home this year, posting a 8-0-1 ATS mark. That's pretty impressive as they play at such a high level on their home court. I'll take Bradley tonight and lay the points. |
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02-03-18 | Kansas State +8.5 v. West Virginia | 51-89 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 43 m | Show | |
Big 12 action today has Kansas State (16-6 S/U, 8-11 ATS) playing at West Virginia (16-6 S/U, 8-10 ATS). Kansas State coming off a home loss to their intra state rivals Kansas, 56-70. The loss dropped the Wild Cats to 6-4 in conference play. West Virginia looks to turn things around. After a excellent non-conference schedule that saw the club lose just one game, they are 5-5 in conference play and losers of three straight. In addition, they are 0-3 ATS their last three and 2-5 ATS their last seven. West Virginia is a eight point favorite here today, but I have them a favorite over West Virginia, at least in recent form (last eight games). I like the points here against a struggling West Virginia team. Play Kansas State. |
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02-03-18 | Minnesota v. Michigan -12 | 73-76 | Loss | -105 | 5 h 3 m | Show | |
: Big 10 action today has Minnesota (14-10 S/U, 8-14 ATS) playing at Michigan (18-6 S/U, 12-8 ATS). The Golden Gophers have had a tough time in conference play, losing four straight and going 2-7 overall. They haven't done any better vs the number, losing four straight and going 2-7 ATS. This team has to be tired, they have played just one home game in their last six games. That takes a toll on any team. Michigan has been fair in conference play, going 6-3 S/U and 6-2-1 ATS. The Wolverines have lost just one home game this entire season, that coming on Jan 9th to Purdue, 69-70. Michigan laying double digits here on Saturday should be no trouble for this Wolverine team against a road weary Gopher squad. Take Michigan. |
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02-03-18 | Missouri State v. Loyola-Chicago -6.5 | 75-97 | Win | 100 | 5 h 43 m | Show | |
Missouri Valley conference play today has Missouri State (15-9 S/U, 8-12 ATS) playing at Loyola Chicago (18-5 S/U, 12-6 ATS). Missouri State will try and snap a four game losing streak today. The Bears are 4-11 ATS their last 15 Saturday games, 0-4 ATS in their last four road games and 0-8 ATS their last eight overall (including conference play). Loyola Chicago is coming off a rare loss at Bradley, 67-69. The Ramblers had won seven straight games before that setback. The Ramblers are now 8-2 in conference play and 7-3 ATS. LCU is also 11-5-1 ATS their last 17 vs a team with a .600 or above win percentage. I like Loyola a lot here today. Play the home club. |
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02-02-18 | Illinois-Chicago +8.5 v. Oakland | 79-73 | Win | 100 | 8 h 55 m | Show | |
Horizon league action tonight has Illinois Chicago (12-11 S/U, 10-9 ATS) playing at Oakland (14-9 S/U, 7-13 ATS). UIC has been red hot, winning their last four in conference and seven of their last eight. Their one loss came at home to this Oakland club, so there is some revenge here tonight. Oakland is coming off a road loss to Wright Tate, 51-64. It was the club's four road game in a row before returning home tonight. Oakland has split their last four conference home games, but they are 0-4 ATS. In fact, they are just 2-7 ATS their last nine. I like the points here tonight with the visitor. Play Illinois Chicago. |
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02-02-18 | Heat +4.5 v. 76ers | 97-103 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 18 m | Show | |
Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers meet here on Friday. Miami is 4th in the East right now, 7.5 games back of 1st place Boston. The Heat are 5-5 in their last 10 games and coming off a loss. Philly is holding onto the 8th place in the East by just one game over the Pistons. The Sixers are also 5-5 in their last 10 games and riding a three game losing streak. The Heat are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six games and 21-6 ATS their last 27 road games vs a team with a winning home record. This is the kind of matchup where I would like whichever team was getting points. Either team can win this game, but the points are the bonus here. Take Miami plus the points. |
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02-01-18 | SMU v. Tulsa +5.5 | 67-76 | Win | 100 | 6 h 19 m | Show | |
American Athletic action tonight as SMU (15-7 S/U, 7-9 ATS) takes on Tulsa (11-10 S/U, 11-7 ATS). The Mustangs are 5-4 in conference play this season. Tulsa has covered five of its seven home games this season. I like getting the points with the home club. Take Tulsa. |
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02-01-18 | Middle Tennessee +3.5 v. Old Dominion | 66-59 | Win | 100 | 6 h 18 m | Show | |
Conference USA action tonight has Middle Tennessee State (MTS) playing at Old Dominion (ODU). MTS is 16-5 S/U and 11-7 ATS on the season. They have an excellent conference record, going 8-1 S/U and 5-3 ATS. ODU also has just one conference loss this season, but has covered just two of its last seven games. Two of the conference's best here tonight, but I like the points as my numbers point to this line favoring MTS. Take Middle Tennessee State. |
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01-31-18 | Wyoming -4.5 v. Colorado State | 91-86 | Win | 100 | 7 h 5 m | Show | |
Mountain West action here tonight as Wyoming (14-7 S/U, 9-10 ATS takes on Colorado State (10-13 S/U, 6-12 ATS). The Cowboys started conference play poorly, going just 2-3 in their first five games. However, they have since won three straight including two road wins over Utah State and San Jose State. Colorado State will try and snap a four game losing streak tonight. They have lost home games to rival Air Force and UNLV and are off two road losses. They are also 0-3-1 ATS in their lat four games. My numbers show Wyoming as a nearly double-digit favorite off their recent form. I like the Cowboys here tonight. Play Wyoming. |
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01-31-18 | Knicks +5.5 v. Celtics | 73-103 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 16 m | Show | |
The Knicks catch the Celtics in a nice spot here on Wednesday. The Celtics come home off a four game road trip. Many times that first game home is a letdown spot for the home team as they return to their own beds and homes. The Celtics were 2-2 on their road trip. In addition, Boston is just 2-5 in their last seven games and are dealing with banged-up guards. Guard Marcus Smart, Mike Rozier and Shane Larkin are all out. The biggest loss is that of guard Kyrie Irving, who is expect to miss tonight's contest with a quad injury. I'm taking the Knicks here tonight with all the banged up guards on the Celtics. |
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01-30-18 | Xavier -4.5 v. St. John's | 73-68 | Win | 100 | 8 h 21 m | Show | |
Big East action tonight has Xavier 19-3 S/U, 15-7 ATS playing at St Johns (10-12 S/U, 9-11 ATS). The Muskateers are 9-4 ATS vs the Big East this season. They are also 22-8 ATS in their last 30 games and 11-4 ATS in their last 15 away games. The Red Storm has been a terrible covering team, going 1-5 ATS in their last six at home, 2-5 ATS in their last 7 overall. Xavier just a 4.5 or 5 point favorite here tonight. My numbers have them at 8.5 overall and double digits in recent form. Big play here tonight on Xavier. |
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01-30-18 | Southern Illinois v. Drake -3 | Top | 78-67 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 41 m | Show |
Southern Illinois (14-9 S/U, 7-9 ATS) plays at Drake (12-11 S/U, 12-7 ATS). The Salukis have won three straight coming into tonight's contest. They are 6-4 in conference play. Up until this three game win streak, the Salukis were just 2-7-2 ATS in their previous 11 games. In addition, SIU is just 3-6 ATS on the road this season. Meanwhile, Drake has been a very good home team, covering five of their six posted games. Drake is 6-4 in conference, but 4-1 at home in conference. I like the home court here with Drake tonight. Play Drake. |
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01-30-18 | TCU v. Oklahoma State +1 | 79-66 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 42 m | Show | |
TCU has not done well in conference play, going just 3-6 S/U and 4-5 ATS thus far. The Horned Frogs are coming off a road loss at Vanderbilt, 78-81 as three point road favorites. Oklahoma State is 13-8 on the season, but is coming off a pair of conference road losses. They return home where they are 3-1 S/U in conference play. The Cowboys are 44-20-3 ATS at home vs a team with a losing road record. Oklahoma State has covered the last four against TCU on their home court. They are also 4-1 ATS in the last five overall meetings. I like Ok State here tonight. |
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01-29-18 | 76ers v. Bucks -3.5 | Top | 95-107 | Win | 100 | 10 h 39 m | Show |
The new coach for the Bucks seems to have energized this team. Out is Jason Kidd and taking over is assistant coach Joe Prunty. Prutny is 3-0 in his short tenure. The Bucks have shown a lot more life and energy since Prutny has taken over. Both these teams coming off a Sunday game, making this a back-to-back spot for both teams. Bucks have done well in this spot, going 6-3 S/U and 6-2-1 ATS. Philly hasn't fared so well, going 1-4 S/U and 1-3-1 ATS in the same spot. Great spot here for the Bucks riding the new energy of the coach and having a good spot to catch the Sixers. Play Milwaukee. |
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01-29-18 | Iona -2.5 v. Fairfield | 100-103 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 34 m | Show | |
Metro Atlantic action tonight has Iona (13-8 S/U, 10-7 ATS) playing at Fairfield (7-13 S/U, 6-10 ATS). The Iona Gaels are now 4-1 ATS in their last five on the road. In addition, they are 7-2 in conference play. The Fairfield Stags are just 4-10 ATS against a winning team the last 14, 1-7 ATS in their last eight overall (All conference games). The Stags have just two conference wins against 7 losses. Line has Iona a 3.5 point favorite tonight. My own numbers have Iona double digits in recent play and at least six overall. I like Iona here tonight. |
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01-28-18 | Pistons +8 v. Cavs | 104-121 | Loss | -108 | 15 h 52 m | Show | |
Just how bad has Cleveland been at covering spread? How about 15-35-3 in their last 54 homes games; 15-36-1 ATS in their last 52 overall games, 7-18-1 playing on 1 day rest; 1-7 vs the Eastern conference. And that's just the start. The Cavaliers are taking a "Why do more than is needed to win " attitude. Plus the team has internal turmoil surrounding Kevin Love. Lets just say there ins't much LOVE surrounding Kevin on this Cavs team. The Pistons have done well on Sundays, going 14-6 ATS. They are also 15-50-1 the last 21 road games vs a winning team. This play is mainly against this Cavs team. Until the playoffs come, I can't see taking them anytime. I'm taking the points with Detroit. |
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01-28-18 | Lakers +10 v. Raptors | 111-123 | Loss | -115 | 15 h 51 m | Show | |
The LA Lakers don't look like they will make the playoffs this year unless they have a dramatic second half of the season turnaround. Right now they are 11th, 6.5 games back of the last playoff spot. Still, the Lakers have been hot, winning four straight games and eight of their last 10. They face the second best team in the East in Toronto. The Raptors are just 1.5 games back of Boston for the best record in the East. The problem is the Raptors are just 1-5 ATS in their last six games and 1-5 ATS their last six vs the West. Home court hasn't been much better with a 2-5 ATS mark the last seven. I'll take a hot Lakers team getting some nice points here today. Play LA. |
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01-28-18 | George Washington v. St Bonaventure -12 | 52-70 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Early Sunday action finds George Washington (9-11 S/U, 6-10 ATS) playing at St Bonaventure (13-6 S/U, 7-9 ATS). GW is just 2-5 in Atlantic 10 Conference play. The club has also been terrible at covering spreads, going just 1-5 ATS their last six. Moreover, on the road they are just 2-7 ATS. St Bonny's has struggled in conference play too, going 3-4 S/U and 2-5 ATS. However, those three conference wins all came at home and their four losses on the road. Bonny's laying 12 here on Sunday, by my number has them even higher at 15, 18 and 15. Take the home team here with St Bonaventure. |
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01-27-18 | Stanford +6.5 v. UCLA | 73-89 | Loss | -109 | 13 h 26 m | Show | |
PAC 12 action here as Stanford (11-10 S/U and ATS) plays at UCLA (14-7 S/U and 9-12 ATS). Stanford had been 5-1 in conference play before losing it's last two games. The Cardinal still are a great covering team though, going 7-1 ATS in conference. UCLA is only 5-4 in conference and 5-4 ATS. The Bruins have lost three of their last four games both S/U and ATS. WHen a team has a winning record like UCLA but losing against the number, it tells me the oddsmaker over compensates for them. I think UCLA is one of those teams people like to play and they are paying for it. Play Stanford. |
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01-27-18 | Colorado State v. New Mexico -10.5 | 65-80 | Win | 100 | 12 h 56 m | Show | |
Mountain West action tonight has a pair of 10 wins teams facing off. Colorado State is 10-12 on the season with a 6-11 ATS mark. The Rams have lost three straight in conference and are 3-6 S/U overall. They have done slight better vs the number, going 4-4-1 ATS. New Mexico also is 10-11 S/U, but a bit better vs the number at 10-8 ATS. There is one big reason I like the Lobos here tonight, they are at home. New Mexico is won it's last six home games and are 4-0 ATS their last four. This one is a home side play here on New Mexico. |
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01-27-18 | Iowa v. Nebraska -4.5 | 84-98 | Win | 100 | 11 h 7 m | Show | |
Iowa brings a 11-11 record into today's game at Nebraska. The Hawkeyes have had a tough time in conference play, going 2-5 S/U and ATS. Iowa is coming off a home win over Wisconsin, 85-67. Meanwhile, Nebraska is having a good year with a 15-8 record and 14-6 ATS mark. The Huskers are just 5-3 in conference play, but have covered 7 of their eight Big 10 games. In fact, Nebraska has a 10-1-1 ATS mark their last 12. I like the home club here, play Nebraska. |
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01-27-18 | Colorado +10 v. Arizona State | 66-80 | Loss | -103 | 11 h 58 m | Show | |
Colorado comes into this game off a two game losing streak. The Buffaloes have covered five of their last seven games though. They face a 15-win Arizona State team tonight. However, ASU has not covered spreads, going 0-5 in their last five games. The Sun Devils are coming off a home loss to Utah in OT, 77-80 as eight- point favorites. Getting double digits with Colorado tonight too much to pass on considering ASU can't covers spreads these days. Take Colorado. |
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01-27-18 | UC-Santa Barbara -11.5 v. UC Riverside | Top | 76-69 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 57 m | Show |
Cal Santa Barabara having an excellent season with a 15-5 S/U and 13-4 ATS record. The team has also done great covering spreads on the road where they are 9-2 ATS. Can's say same for UC Riverside, which is just 5-15 on the season and 5-9 ATS. Riverside is 0-6 in conference play and has a eight game losing streak. They also come into tonight riding a four game spread losing streak. This one has Santa Barbara Blowout all over it. Play Cal Santa Barbara. |