Houston at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Rockets- The 'numbers' come from this match-up are one sided and they are backing Houston who crushed the Bucks 111-92 last Wednesday night. Milwaukee has lost their last five including last weeks loss to the Rockets and have now dropped under .500. going 0-5 ATS in those five. The Bucks had an internal problem on their road trip as Jabari Parker was benched because of actions detrimental to the team. At home with the 'Greek Freak' leading the way the Bucks get it done. Take MILWAUKEE!

Green Bay at Atlanta 3:05 ET

Falcons (-) over Packers- No question the NFC Championship game has the conference's two top quarterbacks facing off as MVP candidate Matt Ryan will be up against former Super Bowl MVL Aaron Rogers who has been 'incredible' according to coach Mile McCarthy. Rogers has a 117.9 passer rating with 21 touchdowns and one interception during the Packers current eight-game win streak while Ryan has thrown for a franchise record 4,944 yards and has 14 TD passes and no interceptions during their current five-game winning streak. Atlanta scored an NFL best 540 points and has scored a touchdowns on its first possession in each of its last seven games. The Packers are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings in Atlanta and the road team is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. Take ATLANTA!

San Antonio at Cleveland 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Cavaliers- The Spurs will be without center Paul Gasol who was injured in warm-ups prior to Thursday's game and Tony Parker is day-to-day with a foot sprain. These two split their two games in each of the last two seasons and the Spurs are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Cleveland. The Cavs who are the only team with two All-Stars starters with Kylie Irving and LeBron James, but will be without power forward Kevin Love. This time it's the Spurs. Take SAN ANTONIO! 

Baylor at Texas Christian 8:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Bears- This is a hard call, not because its a tough decision but because I know just how good these Baylor Bear really are. But, under first year coach Jamie Dixon the Horned Frogs have made a major turn around this season and are 11-1 (8-2 ATS) at home with their only loss to No. 1 Kansas and look to end a nine-game losing streak to Baylor. TCU has already passed last season's win total (14-12) and have Vladimir Brodziansky to deal with the Bear's 7'0” Jo Lual-Acull jr who leads the Big-12 in blocks. Take TCU! 

Golden State at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Warriors- The Warriors are not quite as powerful as last season's record setting year but they are still an NBA leading 36-6 at the half way point and have won their last five. Houston has had a great turn-around from last season's disappointment and are geared-up for this meeting with Golden State. Houston still has a sour taste losing to the Warriors in five games in the first round of the playoffs last year and looks to grade up to a club that they have lost to six of the last eight time at home. Not tonight. Take HOUSTON!

Toronto at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors are destined to be a brides maid once again with a club that is just good enough to create some interest but not good enough to bring home the championship ring. The Raptors were on a four-game win streak before they were stopped by Philadelphia last time out while Charlotte ended a five-game losing streak with a win over Portland. The Hornets are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games and are 8-3 ATS against the Raptors in their last 11 home meetings and 20-8 ATS over the Raptors in the last 28 meetings. Take CHARLOTTE!

Arizona at USC 9:00 ET

Trojans (+) over Wildcats- No.13 Arizona is on a 10-game winning streak as they travel to LA to engage Southern California. The Wildcats are 5-0 in Pac-12 play while USC who is 16-3 with all three losses coming from conference opponents. The last time these two met the game went four-overtimes as USC pulled out a 103-101 victory. Even though the Trojans are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 Pac-12 games the home team is 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take SOUTHERN CAL!  

Dallas at Miami 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Heat- It was wonderful to be able to post the Heat as an A-Play Best Bet over Houston Tuesday night but now we find them in the favorites roll. Maybe that doesn't make that much of a difference but they are 0-4 ATS after a straight-up win and Dallas is 16-5-1 ATS in their last 22 meetings in Miami. With their win over the Rockets the Heat are now 3-13 straight-up in their last 16. They shouldn't be laying points to any one. Take the MAVERICKS!

Kansas State at Oklahoma State 9:00 ET

Cowboys (-) over Wildcats-This game caught my attention when I saw a 10-7 team (Oklahoma State) that is 0-5 in conference play and has lost five in-a-row come up the favorite against a 13-4 team in Kansas State. Checking on the history of these two opponents I find that although the Wildcats hold a 78-52 all-time series advantage the Cowboys have won 15 of the last 16 played in Gallagher-Iba Arena. New Oklahoma State coach Brad Underwood a former player and assistant coach at K. State will be facing his alma mater for the first time and will have his troupe ready to post their first Big-12 win. Take OKLAHOMA STATE! 

Atlanta at Detroit 8:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Hawks- It may seem a bit strange (it does to me) that once the Atlanta brass decided to make player changes after they had lost 10 of 11 that they have put it together somewhat with wins in 14 of their last 19 games. After trading sharp-shooter Kyle Korver to Cleveland they seem hell bent on trading A—Star Paul Milsap. These two have spilt two contests this season each winning at home. I expect the pattern to continue. Take the PISTONS! 

Tennessee at Mississippi 9:00 ET

Rebels (+) over Volunteers- Something has got to give here as Tennessee snapped a three-game losing streak with a win over Vanderbilt on Saturday while the struggling Rebels have dropped their last two and are only 1-4 in SEC play. Mississippi lost the game to South Carolina Saturday 67-56 and leading scorer Deandre Burnett with a high ankle sprain. Coach Andy Kennedy challenged his team calling them 'soft'...they will respond against the Vols with confidence know they won both meetings last year and five of the last six. Take MISSISSIPPI!

Houston at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat (+) over Rockets- Oh, how the mighty have fallen. The Miami Heat have had huge turnover of players and with injuries now only 11 wins the second worst (behind Nets) in the NBA. The Heat have played with Chris Bosh for the season with Justise Winslow gone for the rest of the season and have been without center Hassan Whiteside for extended periods. Houston under 'defenseless' coach Mike D'Antono who has the Rockets leading the league in scoring with James Harden having a free rein. Houston should win easy except for one important factor. This game is in Miami and the Rockets got into town early to take advantage of the South Beach night life. Take MIAMI!

Utah at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Jazz- Utah is a surprising 10-games over .500 and have won their last six meetings against Phoenix although the Suns did get the money in their last meetings December 31. The Jazz were just starting to get healthy before they lost guard Rodney Hood with a knee injury. Phoenix just finished their stay in Mexico City with a win over San Antonio as 20-year old rookie Devin Booker posted a pair of 39-point scoring nights to lead the Suns to victory. Young and improving the Suns rise again in the desert. Take PHOENIX!

Kansas at Iowa State 9:00 ET

Cyclones (+) over Jayhawks- The #2 Kansas Jayhawks have won 16 straight after an opening season loss 103-99 to Indiana and now travel to Ames, Iowa to play the struggling Cyclones. Iowa State is off a lost at TCU Saturday after their two starting guards scored a combines 14 points on 5-for-25 shooting. They might have got caught up in looking ahead to this encounter and the odds-makers give them a punchers chance with an extremely low price. These two spilt two games last year each winning on their home court, more of the same. Take IOWA STATE! 

Oklahoma City at Sacramento 9:00 ET

Kings (+) over Thunder- The Kings have squandered their chance to crawl back to respectability by losing four-of-five on their current home stand and six of their last eight. Sacramento is finding out what its like to compete with the league's best as their last three losses have been to the LA Clippers, Golden State and the Champion Cavaliers. The Kings have actually won three of the last four in the series including a 116-101 win in late November and are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take SACRAMENTO!

Pittsburgh at Kansas City 1:00 ET

Chiefs over Steelers- Boy, I hate doing this but I think I've got a winner. I mean I hate going against Ben Roethlistberger because he truly is a 'gamer' and he plays through pain. The Steelers come in on an eight game winning streak including last weeks Wild Card win over hapless Miami. These two met in Pittsburgh the first week of October and the Steelers crushed 43-13 and now they are a virtual pick-em. Chiefs mentor Andy Reid is 18-0 straight-up and 14-4 ATS when he has had an extra week to prepare. I like it! Take KANSAS CITY!

Green Bay at Dallas 4:40 ET

Cowboys (-) over Packers- Well, this one looks like a 'Mexican Standoff' and I don't mean on the field. The way I see it, it will be a battle between the 'public' and the 'sharps' as Vegas sees it. Green Bay is 5-1-1 ATS against playoffs teams this season including a home loss to the Cowboys (30-16) and Dallas is 5-1 both SU and ATS at home against playoff competition. Yep, a heap big stand-off. Bad news for Packers fans teams that lose during the regular season to a playoff opponent are 3-15 SU and 5-13 ATS in Division playoffs. Packers enter hot with seven straight wins, while well rested Cowboys take aim.

Take DALLAS! 

Philadelphia at Washington 8:00 ET

Wizards (-) over 76ers- Philadelphia has won three straight games for the first time in more then three years and I'm happy to say we did collect as they have won five of their last six. So, with Joel Embiid leading the way with eight straight 20-point performances the 76ers are playing like professionals but he will be rested tonight and the impact will be felt. Washington had won six straight in the series until their November meeting in Philadelphia but this time the Wizards even the score. Take WASHINGTON! 

UCLA at Utah 6:00 ET

Utes (+) over Bruins- The UCLA Bruins are beginning to make some old-timers think of the 'good ole days' when the Bruins were at the top of the NCAA charts. No. 4 UCLA has won their last four including a near 'perfect' performance at Colorado Thursday night while the Utes were taking apart USC 86-64. Utah is 9-1 straight-up at home and UCLA is 1-9 ATS in their last 10 against the Pac-12. Take UTAH!

Seattle at Atlanta 4:35 ET

Falcons (-) over Seahawks- Odds are pretty good from what's being said that Matt Ryan may end up the MVP and it would be a tough choice to dispute. The problem to this point of his career is that Matty Ice is 1-4 straight-up and 0-4-1 ATS in the playoffs. The Seahawks defeated (non-cover) Atlanta (+7) 26-24 at home in mid October without Thomas Rawls but had Earl Thomas in the defensive backfield. The Falcons are the No.1 scoring offense (33.8) in the NFL but are 29th ranked against the run. Road team is 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings. But the Birds are 14-7 straight-up against NFC West and 4-0ATS in the last four. Lay it...take ATLANTA!

Oklahoma City at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Thunder- Russell Westbrook is rolling and so are the Thunder winners for their last three heading to Minneapolis where the improving Timberwolves look for their third straight victory. Both of Minnesota's wins came without Zach LaVine who will return tonight and although Oklahoma City already has two wins over the Wolves this season by an average of 16 points they are just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 meetings in Minnesota. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!

Purdue at Iowa 9:00 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Boilermakers- These two opened their Big Ten schedule in late December as Purdue dismantled Iowa 89-67. That final score shouldn't surprise many people as the home team is 12-3 ATS in the past 15 meetings and a bit of revenge will be on the Hawkeyes minds. The Boilermakers who are 2nd in the nation in assists per game had 27 assists in the first meeting. This time around its IOWA!

New Orleans at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Pelicans- The Pelicans already completed half their mission with a win over New York Monday as Anthony Davis scored 40 points and had 18 rebounds along with three blocks before leaving after just 29 minutes of action. Davis played just 29 minutes as he once again came up with another injury, this one to his hip. He is expected to play but just how effective he will be a the question. New Orleans has taken the last five in the series including a 106-87 win in Brooklyn last season. The problem for the Pelicans is that they are not the same playoff team we've seen in the past. Take BROOKLYN!

N.C. State at Boston College 9:00 ET

Wolfpack (-) over Eagles- After losing by 51-points 107-56 North Carolina State has come up favored on the road at Boston College. Wolfpack coach Mark Gottfried told the media 'We were bad...' as they committed 26 turnovers and now they are favored. The last time State was in Chestnut Hill they defeated the Eagles 73-72 last March. There is one strange trend that I will use here and that N.C. State is (for some reason) is 19-6-1 ATS in their last 26 Wednesday games. Het it's Wednesday. Take the WOLFPACK! 

Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- The 'hottest' team in the NBA is the Houston Rockets who have won nine straight as James Harden posted his second straight triple-double with 40 points. 15 rebounds and 10 assists and 11th of the season. Minnesota has started to jell as a unit after a weak start and are 4-1 ATS in the last fibe meetings against Houston including their last meetings in December in Minnesota where the Wolves +2.5 got the monet in overtime 109-111. Take MINNESOTA!

Cleveland at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Cavaliers- As coach Tyronn Lue has said about his Cavaliers that they mess around on the court aftre they blew a 20-point lead against Phoenix managing to come back and win 120-116. Utah has dropped three of their last four as they start a three-game homestand as part of a stetch where they play nine of their next 12 at home. Aside from being 0-4 ATS in their last four Cleveland is 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven meetings in Utah. Take the JAZZ!

Baylor at West Virginia 7:00 ET

Mountaineers (-) over Bears- Well, the only thing I can think of is that the Bears will fold in their first Big-12 road contest. At 15-0 and No. 2 in the nation the 'number' on this one is way too high. Consider that Baylor is 11-1 ATS in their last 13 road games and yet the oddsmaker in being so generous here maybe because West Virginia is 21-8 ATS in their last 29 home games. Regardless, this price looks like a 'come-get-me' sucker play. Take the MOUNTAINEERS! 

Clemson vs Alabama 8:00 ET

Crimson Tide (-) over Tigers- In a re-match of last season's National Championship game Alabama remains undefeated (14-0) and has won a school record 26 straight wins. Clemson who has only one blemish (13-1) a 43-42 loss to Pittsburgh. This is a tough call as the 'number' is close to what it was last year when the Tide eeked out a 45-40 win as the Tigers scored late for the 'back-door' cover. Clemson who is 8-1 ATS in their last nine neutral site games are also 6-0 ATS in their last six bowl games. Alabama on the other hand had a better ATS record going 10-4 for the money which is pretty damn good when you consider what heavy favorites they were all season long. The Tigers played their best and near perfect game against Ohio State in their 31-0 route of the Buckeyes and will go against an Alabama team that will have a 'new' offensive cooordinator Steve Sarkisian who will replace Lane Kiffin who left under strange circumstances. In last season's matchup the Tigers put up 550 yards on offense including 405 yards passing, I'm sure that won't happen again. Take ALABAMA! 

Detroit at Portland 9:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Trailblazers- Detroit took the two meetings between these two last season by an average of 18.5 points. Portland ended their mini slump with the return of Damian Lillard with a 118-109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. The Pistons are looking for more playing time for Boban Marjanovic who had 15 points and 22 rebounds in 22 minutes in his last appearance. Take the PISTONS!

New York Giants at Green Bay 4:40 ET

Giants (+) over Packers- The biggest surprise of the NFL may be that the Giants who were the worst against the run last season are No. 1 in NFC scoring defense this season allowing just 17.75 points per game trailing only New England (14.06). New York has held three of the last four opponents to 10 points or less. The problem for the G-Men is on offense where they are ranked 25th (only playoff team worse is the Texans) and haven't scored 30 points once this season. These two also met in October in Green Bay where the Packers prevailed 23-16 when both quarterbacks suffered poor passing days. The Pack were at 4-6 when Aaron Rogers said they would run-the-table and they did just that winning their last six games while the Giants went 9-2 straight-up to close the season. New York who is 3-4 on the road totaled only 221 yards of offense in their meeting but did pick off two of Rogers' throws. New York has won their last two playoff trips to Lambeau Field and Packers avenge it all today. Take GREEN BAY!  

Detroit at Seattle 8:15 ET

Seahawks (-) over Lions- The Lions come straggering into the payoffs dropping their last three and haven't won a playoff game since the 1991, losing in their last seven appearances and 11 of 12. This is Seattle's fifth straight playoff appearance and they have won nine straight post-season games at home. Right now the Seahawks famed defense is hurting as all-pro safety Earl Thomas is out along with wide receiver Tyler Lockett and running back C.J. Prosise but have the return of Michael Bennett at defensive end and safety Kam Chancellor. The key for the Seahawks is their running game and when Thomas Rawls is healthy they can set up Russell Wilson's passing game. Detroit ranked 30th in rushing with offensive line woes and a quarterback in Matthew Stafford that hasn't preformed well since injuring his finger. Take SEATTLE!  

Toronto at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Raptors- After taking care of the Cavaliers 118-111 on Wednesday they will now face the East's best in Toronto. The Raptors are 22-12 ATS this season by far the best ATS record in the NBA but are 0-4 ATS in their last four games following an ATS win. Beleive it or not Chicago won all four meetings last year and are 9-0 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take best goes on...Take CHICAGO!

Butler at Georgetown 12:00 ET

Hoyas (+) over Bulldogs- Wednesday night we posted Butler as our 'Highest-Rated' NCAA release and they responded and took down the No. 1 team in the nation Villanova 66-58 raising their record to 13-2. Now, they travel to DC and play a Georgetown team that is still vying for their first Big East win going 0-3 to date. Defense which was once the Hoyas strongest attribute is their weakness now allowing conference foes an average of 77.7 points per contest. The Bulldogs have bite at home but are just 1-2 on the road with one of the losses to St. John's. Take GEORGETOWN!

Minnesota at Washington 7:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Wizards- Two of the more inconsistant team face-off in Washington where the Wizards host Minnesota. Both teams have lost their last two games but the Wizards have won their last eight at home. The Timberwolves are off a loss to Philadelphia where they trafiled by 26 points before making a comeback that fell two-points short. Washington's biggest issue that that they play very little defense as they allowed the lowly Mavericks to drain 17 3-pointers on Tuesday. Although Minnesota has struggled at Washington (2-9 ATS) they have more young and energy. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!

Iowa at Nebraska 9:00 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Cornhuskers- Nebraska opens its Big-12 home schedule against Iowa after two straight conference road wins at Indiana and Maryland. Iowa won its first conference game over Michigan in overtime after opening with a 89-67 loss to Purdue. The Hawkeyes have had their way with the 'Huskers' winning five-straight in the series and nine of 11. With the return of previously injured Tyler Cook the Hawkeyes have added depth. Take IOWA! 

Utah at Toronto 7:30 ET

Jazz (+) over Raptors- Both these clubs will have to show their professionalism after losses their last time out. Utah's No.1 NBA defense surrendered 115 points in their lass at Boston on Tuesday while Toronto was ripped in San Antonio 110-82 Tuesday as well. The Raptors return home after a six game road trip where they lost 3-of-4 to close their trip and are 1-4 ATS in their last five. Even though Toronto is 7-0 ATS in the last seven meetings the Jazz are 5-1 ATS in their last six games after allowing 100 points. Take UTAH! 

Oklahoma City at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (-) over Hornets- Here come the Hornets losers of their last two games favored over the most exciting team in the NBA with Russell Westbrook and the Thunder. Aside from Oklahoma City the Hornets are one of the quickest team on the floor with Kemba Walker leading the way with defense that he must play against Russell. OKC has won the last 10 in their series but these are different clubs this season and Charlotte can play with the thunder here. Take CHARLOTTE! 

West Virginia at Texas Tech 9:15 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Mountaineers- West Virginia enters Lubbock with a eight game winning streak and a stifling defense that leads the nation in steals and turnovers. The Mountaineers force 25.7 turnovers per game and 10.3 steals leading to over 32 points a game. Texas Texas on the other hand turns the ball over just 11 times a game and has a 11.6 rebound advantage per game. Tech blew a nine-point lead in their Big-12 opener to Iowa State and will (excuse the pun) rebound tonight. Take RED RAIDERS!

Washington at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Wizards- The Wizards who were a playoff team last year has been one dimensional when it comes to winning games as they are an impressive 13-6 at home and just 3-11 on the road. Dallas started with numerous injuries including to their big man Dirk Nowitzki and center Andrew Bogut who have now returned.The Mavericks won just six of their first 26 but have split eight games since their return. The Wizards started poorly as well and have struggled to get to .500 failing three times to get over the hump. Same story here. Take DALLAS!

Auburn vs Oklahoma 8:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Sooners- Oklahoma enters this contest winners of their last nine after starting the season 1-2 with brutal losses to Houston and Ohio State. The Sooners were undefeated (9-0) in the Big-12 while Auburn struggled through a tough SEC schedules going 5-3. Oklahoma averages almost 45 points per game but they will be shocked at the way the Tigers will come at them defensively. Auburn surrendered just 15.6 points per game and they will come up with an answer to Heisman finalist Baker Mayfield and dominate the play. Take AUBURN!

Western Michigan vs Wisconsin 1:00 ET

Broncos (+) over Badgers- Let me start by saying that if I didn't have my Bowl Game of the Year winner in the Auburn/Oklahoma game this would be a Best Bet release, so play it accordingly. This match-up reminds me of the famous Oklahoma and Boise State game where the Sooners like the Badgers were 8-point favorites to a team that few respected, therefore they had more to play for and that wins games. Wisconsin is a bit disappointed after their blowing a huge advantage in the Big Ten Championship game against Penn State. Broncos gallop! Take WESTERN MICHIGAN! 

Green Bay at Detroit 8:30 ET

Lions (+) over Packers- Great way to finish the season with the Packers and Lions having to win to get into the playoffs. Green Bay looked dead in the water at 4-6 five weeks ago and then Arron Rogers said that they would win out and here we are five straight wins later. Detroit who at 9-4 looked like a shoe-in but two straight losses have them fighting for their playoff lives. The ions new this how it was going to play out regardless if they won or not against Dallas last Monday. Take DETROIT! 

Dallas at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

Eagles (-) over Cowboys- After that display we witnessed last Monday night the 'Ginger' Jason Garrett said that the Cowboys will play all out even though they have the home field locked-up. Well, the odds-makers don't believe him as the Eagles were installed as a 4-point favorite. What I am being told here behind the scenes is that Dallas will not risk Ezekiel Elliott but we understand that Tony Romo will get some playing time. This outcome will be determined by motivation and effort, I don't expect either from the Cowboys this week. Take PHILADLEPHIA!  

Ohio State vs Clemson 7:00 ET

Buckeyes (-) over Tigers- This is the second trip for both schools to the College Football Playoff with the Buckeyes winning it all two years ago and the Tigers losing to Alabama in the championship game last year. J.T. Barrett missed his chance to play in this game two years ago but a leg injury ended his season and this year his stats having been what people had hoped but the Ohio State ground game pounds out 285 yards a game. Clemson's Deshaun Watson hasn't had the sparkle of last season either throwing 19 interceptions as the Tiger run game was just so-so. Better defense and coaching give the Buckeyes the edge. Take OHIO STATE!

Louisiana State vs Louisville 11:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Cardinals- Well, here we go again playing against the Heisman Trophy winner Lamar Jackson who had over 50 touchdowns combined passing and rushing. The thing that gets me about this contest and no not the early start, (although I think that stinks) is that here is Louisville ranked No. 13 with a 9-3 record an underdog to a 7-4 LSU team that is ranked No. 20. Something seems amiss. It is call defense, and LSU plays it as well as anybody (except the obvious) allowing just 16.4 points per game. The Tigers will not have Leonard Fornette but he's been missing most of the season anyway, but they have found Darrius Guice who ran for 1,249 yards including 285 against Texas A&M. Take LSU!

Kansas at Texas Christian 9:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Jayhawks- Kansas has had their way in the Big-12 the past dozen years winning the conference regular season title a record 12 straight times. This season it looks as though the Jayhawks will have some competition as No. 4 undefeated Baylor and No. 12 West Virginia are stumbling blocks to the title. Then along comes 11-1 TCU who is unbeaten (11-0) at home as depth is their best asset. The TCU bench has outscored its opponents 440-195. Horned Frogs have enough to stay with Kansas here. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!

Michigan vs Florida State 8:00 ET

Seminoles (+) over Wolverines- Everybody was expecting Michigan to work their way into the College Football Playoffs but losing two of their final three down the stretch at Iowa (14-13) and at Ohio State (30-27 OT). Florida State who was one of the big favorites to reach the CFP lost a disappointing three games to Louisville (63-20), N.Carolina (37-35) and Clemson (37-34). The Seminoles do enter on a four game win streak and have one of the nation's top NFL prospects in Dalvin Cook who rushed for over 100 yards in eight of nine games. Still, Take the WOLVERINES! 

Detroit at Atlanta 8:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Hawks- At 16-16 the Hawks have been a disappointment and even more so when you look at their points spread record as Atlanta has 'covered' just once in their last 11 games when favored by more then one-point. Detroit once tough defense has allowed 109.4 points during their current 1-6 stretch and are off a loss where they allowed 62 points in the first half. The Pistons hammered the Hawks 121-85 on December 2 and will do it again here. Take DETROIT!

Baylor at Oklahoma 7:00 ET

Sooners (+) over Bears- Undefeated and No. 4 ranked Baylor invades Norman to play Oklahoma who has given the Bears fits at Lloyd Noble Center. Oklahoma has given Baylor fits at home where the have lost four straight and won only twice since 1977. The Sooners come into their conference opener off three-straight losses while Baylor is 12-0 but this is their first true road game. Take OKLAHOMA!

Texas Christian vs Georgia 12:00 ET

Horned Frogs (-) over Bulldogs- Both these clubs find themselves in the Liberty Bowl before New Year's Day after disappointing seasons. TCU who was in the Top-10 in each of the past three years could manage just six wins while Georgia after firing Mark Richt won 10 in 2015 and just seven this campaign. The Bulldogs who have had to deal with an exceptional number of injuries at running back will have Nick Chubb and Sony Michel back next season but not so much now. TCU quarterback Sonny Hill came over from Texas A&M leads and offense that scores 31.7 points per game. With the 'number' moving the way it is there is only one side for me. Take TCU!

Arkansas vs Virginia Tech 5:30 ET

Hokies (-) over Razorbacks- Do they have the right team favored? That is the question that is repeating in my mind over and over as I have had two people both ask that question to me. This is due to the fact that Arkansas for some reason I am not aware of has made a positive impression on people. Maybe it's the SEC thing over the ACC I'm not sure but the Gobblers are supposed to be favored with a better record and overall defense. The Razorbacks are surrendering over 30 points per game but are also scoring the exact same amount. Gut feeling give me the Hokies. Take VIRGINIA TECH!

U.C.L.A. vs Oregon 9:00 ET

Ducks (+) over Bruins- When the season opened Oregon was ranked No. 4 and started the year 2-2 and are now ranked No. 24 after having won their last nine. UCLA meanwhile is ranked No. 2 as they have reeled off 13 straight victories averaging 95.8 points per contest going 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games overall. Although the Ducks are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight home games but they are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings against the Bruins. Take OREGON! 

Indiana vs Utah 8:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Utes- This one stings a bit as I am 12-5 71% with my 'Highest-Rated' A-Plays (7-1 with GOY) this season and one of the losses was Indiana (+3.5) a 22-27 loser to Nebraska as the Huskers kicked a back-door field goal to cover in the final moments. So, I always have in the back of my mind am I going after this one just to get even...Nah, their's nothing in the back of my mind! There are a few things that I am concerned about, well, to start Utah has dropped their last two (Oregon and Colorado) and the Hoosiers are just so one-dimensional. The Utes are amazing 15-4 in bowl games going 11-1 straight-up and 10-2 ATS in last 12, but most of that was as heavy underdogs. The rolls have been switched. Take INDIANA!

Virginia at Louisville 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Cardinals- This should end up a stretch and claw matchup as two of the nations top defensive team will assault each other in Louisville as the Cardinals host Virginia. Last week we posted Louisville over Kentucky and they have had a full week to savor that victory while Virginia is off a 56-52 win over California ending the Bears 270game home winning streak. Even though Louisville is 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 home games they lost both meetings with Virginia last season. Take the CAVALIERS!

West Virginia vs Miami 5:30 ET

Hurricanes (-) over West Virginia- I know a few 'people' who think this is the best bowl play of the season...I think that I have some better but this one still stands out to 'us.' Miami has had a streaky season both straight-up and against the points. To start with the win their first four games under new coach Frank Rich (from Georgia) then process to lose four-in-a-row and then closed the season with four straight wins again. The thing here is that even though the game is in Orlando (250 mile drive from Miami) why should the Hurricanes be favored over a #16 ranked team when they are un-ranked. Vegas knows more then the coaches and I bet on it! Take MIAMI!

Northwestern vs Pittsburgh 2:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Panthers- A contrast in styles will be on display when the Pittsburgh Panthers bring their 10th ranked scoring offense (42.3 points per game) faces The Northwestern Wildcats No. 23 ranked scoring defense. The Panthers scored 76 in their season finale against Syracuse and they of course are led by James Conner who scored 20 touchdowns while the Wildcats bring junior Justin Jackson who had a Big Ten leading 1,300 yards and 12 Td's rushing. At Yankee Stadium I'll side with the defense. Take NORTHWESTERN!

Baylor vs Boise State 10:15 ET

Bears (+) over Broncos- 'How about them Bears'...the started the season 6-0 and were ranked in the Top-10 and then the roof fell in. They closed the season with six straight losses and not a 'cover' among them. Baylor still have the fifth ranked offense nationally averaging 523 yards including 250 yards rushing. Interim coach Jim Grobe will gladly go back in retirement after this season one fill with out the field and on the field issues. Broncos a bit of a downer but at 10-2 have had trouble with turnovers. Both clubs were 3-8 ATS this season so I'll stick with the points. Take BAYLOR!

Oklahoma City at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat (+) over Thunder- I found it a bit amusing that Russell Westbrook said this is the most fun he's had playing basketball because “this group of guys are so unselfish.” Oklahoma City enters Miami winners of their last three but are about to start a stretch where they play 14 of 18 games on the road. The Thunder are 12-6 at home but just 7-6 on the road and they start here where the Heat have been disappointing going just 5-11 as hosts. The Heat can count on production from its two leading scorers Hassan Whiteside and Goran Dragic but must get some help from the rest of the rooster. They will tonight. Take MIAMI!

Detroit at Dallas 8:30 ET

Cowboys (-) over Lions- From what I can tell most believe the Cowboys will rest their best and even see to it that Tony Romo gets some playing time. With quarterbacks dropping left and right most don't have the luxury and depth that Dallas presents. Local high school start Matthew Stafford returns with a slight hand injury has seemed to affect his play as the Lions failed to score a touchdown against the Giants in a 19-6 loss at New York. The key that many are not aware of is that Detroit only has to win next week against the Packers to win the NFC North. I give the edge to the Cowboys. Take DALLAS!

Atlanta at Minnesota 8:05 ET

Timberwolves over Hawks- boy, do I love this spot I mean the Hawks come flying into Minnesota having won four straight road games while the Timberwolves are off two straight losses including yesterday's defeat at Oklahoma City. With there being a 50% chance that Dwight Howard will go in the tank I like the Wolves who have won the last three meetings. Young Wolves are hungry for wins. Take MINNESOTA!

Cleveland at Detroit 7:35 ET

Pistons (-) over Cavaliers- 'I smell a rat!' I mean really, the Pistons are a huge favorite against the World Champion Cavaliers who are off a home win over Golden State. The only line-up Cleveland will mostly present up may include bench players with are their just to carry LeBron's bags. This has got to be a lay-down of major proportions. You know why can't these guys take days off on practice days instead of game days. I'm taking the Pistons and you should too. DETROIT!

Maryland vs. Boston College 2:30 ET

Eagles (+) over Terrapins- Both clubs are more then happy to be playing in a bowl games after posting three wins each last season. Former ACC foes both evened out at 6-6 with Maryland defeating Rutgers in their final game to become bowl eligible. Maryland will struggle to move the ball on the ground against the Eagles No. 7 ranked rush defense in the country. Boston College is 8-3 all-time against Maryland and the beat will go on here. Take the EAGLES!

Denver at Kansas City 8:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Chiefs- Boy, I wonder if Gary Kubiak regrets his brain cramp when trying a 62-yard field goal against these same Chiefs because he refused a take a tie. Well, the Broncos are on the outside looking in as far as the playoffs are concerned and now they have a team that is divided in the locker room as the defense is calling out the inept offense. Kansas City just out a a quick two touchdown lead last week against the titans and then lost on the games final play as Andy Reid gave Tennessee and extra chance to make the game winning field goal and they did it. Denver's defense can still contain check-down quarterback Alex Smith and win here. Take DENVER!

Golden State at Cleveland 2:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- Golden State who has the best record in the NBA (27-4) has won seven straight and comes up the favorite at Cleveland against the World Champions who have won four straight themselves. The Warriors had a 3-1 lead over the Cavaliers in last years Finals only to have LeBron and company sweep the next three games, something that had not happened once (losing 3 straight) to them during the regular season. Yes. J.R Smith is out for Cleveland but it won't matter today. Take the CAVALIERS!

Washington at Chicago 1:00 ET

Bears (+) over Redskins- It sounds to me like the Redskins are already making excuses as to why they will fall short of the playoffs. After Monday's loss to Carolina left Tackle Trent Williams stated 'Short week are always tough' he continued, it's a physical game and it take 72,48 hours to recover...the games on...we got to play it.' Chicago has lost four of its last five but they are playing better since the Jay Cutler injury. Bears running back Jordan Howard has rushed for over 1,000 years averaging 5.0 per carry. Washington show what they were made of against the Bucs on Monday. Take CHICAGO!

Tennessee at Jacksonville 1:00 ET

Jaguars (+) over Titans- Well, the Gus Bradley era ended with a thud this week when Jacksonville absorbed their nine straight loss. The Jaguars were picked by many 'experts' to break into the playoffs but after winning only 14 of 62 games Doug Marrone has taken over as interim coach. The Titans at 8-6 are tie for the division lead as Marcus Mariota has matured quicker then most thought he would. The Titans have had a number of defensive injuries as they lost three starters last week. It catches up with them here. Take JACKSONVILLE!

Atlanta at Carolina 1:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Falcons- The Carolina Panthers are starting to play football like they should as they have won their last two and remarkably still have an outside shot at the playoffs. Atlanta of course has the NFL's most explosive offense with Matt Ryan and Julio Jones looking like an MVP combination. Even though the Falcons defeated Carolina in Week 4 (48-33) the Panthers' defense has forced wight turnovers the past two weeks and their running game in moving the ball. Getting points at home...I'll take CAROLINA! 

Toronto at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Raptors- The Jazz are coming off two very disappointing efforts as they were trounced by Golden State on Tuesday 104-74 and then they blew a 20-point lead against Sacramento on Wednesday. With two days to 'lick their wounds' I expect huge bounce-back tonight. Toronto has won 12 of their last 14 games and are an impressive 9-3 on the road but that record will be challenged as they start a six-game western road trip. These two split both contests last season each winning on their home court and I expect the same here. Take UTAH! 

Louisiana Tech vs. Navy 1:30 ET

Midshipman (+) over Bulldogs- This game has had a dramatic change since the match-up was agreed upon. This contest opened with the Navy a small favorite and now Louisiana Tech have moved to a full touchdown due to injuries to the Midshipman's key personnel as quarterback Will North and their top running back are out for the finale. Both clubs enter this fray off two losses and Navy's of course hurt most in the AAC Championship and the loss for the first time in 14 years to Army. Usually, if I saw an unranked team favored (like this game) over a ranked team (#24 Navy) I would think something was up and I might lay the points...but, not here. Take NAVY! 

Brigham Young vs Wyoming 9:00 ET

Cougars (-) over Cowboys- Now, explain this to me...please! How does the odds makers figure to be a double-digit favorite when they will be starting a 'new' quarterback as 5th year senior Taysom Hill had a season ending knee injury in their final game. I saw Wyoming up close and personal as they scored 66 points against UNLV with Brian Hill running wild and quarterback Josh Allen was amazing, they problem is that the Rebels scored 69 points and won the game in overtimes. This is a step-up in class for the Cowboys as BYU is playing in their 12th straight Bowl game last winning here in 2012. Lay it! Take the COUGARS!

Cleveland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Cavaliers- The World Champion Cavaliers have won six of their past seven with the lone loss coming at Memphis when LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love stay at home. Tonight only Love who has scored 20-points in six straight games will be missing but this time it is due to swelling in his left knee. Cleveland won five of six meetings last season but dropped the first meetings this season in November. This game has been moved into the national TV spot a first for Milwaukee this season and they will make the best of it. Take MILWAUKEE!

Atlanta at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Thunder- The Atlanta Hawks got what they wanted when they acquired home team hero Dwight Howard and he is living up to the adage 'Be careful what you wish for.' They have dropped 12 of their last 16 and the former playoff club is now one game under .500. Oklahoma City of course has the 'Triple-double' machine Russell Westbrook who had 22 assists in Saturday's win over Phoenix and already has a 'Triple-double' against the Hawks back on December 5th getting 32 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists in a 102-99 win. This time it's the Hawks...take ATLANTA! 

Tampa Bay at Dallas 8:30 ET

Cowboys (-) over Buccaneers- Oh, so now the Buccaneers are the favor of the month as they enter Dallas with five straight wins and 'covers' and an amazing 5-1 road record. Dallas meanwhile, continues to lead the NFC but are off three straight non-covers. Last Sunday the Cowboys had it handed to them for the second time by the Giants and will not enter this contest not taking it lightly. It looks like Jamis Winston is being to arrive but note that the Tampa Bay defense allowed only 11-points per contest during their winning streak. Dallas defense is up to the task. Take the COWBOYS!  

Boston at Miami 6:00 ET

Heat (+) over Celtics- Three weeks ago the Celtics were at American Airlines Arena three weeks ago and came away with a 112-104 victory when Isaiah Thomas was healthy scoring 25 points with eight assists. Thomas has missed four games the last two weeks with Boston losing 3-of-4 while Miami's Hassan Whiteside had 25 points and 17 rebounds in that loss. Al Horford was absent for the last meetings but Whiteside is such a force and with Goran Dragic is playing at a 'higher' level. Take MIAMI!

Pittsburgh at Cincinnati 1:00 ET

Bengals (+) over Steelers- The only left for the Bengals this season would be to rise up and end the Steelers four-game winning streak and slow down Big Ben and LeVeon Bell. Pittsburgh meanwhile is off a win at Buffalo where the Bills just rolled over and they won for fun. Roethlisberger is 10-2 during the regular season against the Bengals but A.J. Green returns Sunday and Cincinnati is looking to even the series after Pittsburgh's 26-16 Week 2 win. With revenge in mind...take CINCINNATI! 

Miami at New York Jets 8:25 ET

Jets (+) over Dolphins- Both clubs will be using replacement quarterbacks as veteran Matt Moore fills in for the Dolphins and Ryan Tannehill and second year man Bryce Petty once again gets the start for the New York Jets. These two are bitter AFC rivals and Miami already holds a win (27-23) and cover (-3.5) from their first match and the Jets will be looking to even the score. New York could have quit last week when the 49ers jumped out to a 14-0 lead and the Jets flew past them in the second half. They have not quit. Take the JETS!

Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- What a difference a day makes, or is that difference the absence of Dwight Howard as the Rockets have won nine in-a-row without him on the squad this season. James Harden leads the way dishing 13 assists with 11 rebounds in Houston's record setting 3-point shoot display hitting 24 in 61 attempts against New Orleans last night. Even though Houston is 4-0 in back-to-back contests it catches up with them here against well rested Minnesota. Take the TIMBERWOLVES!

Butler vs Indiana 5:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Hoosiers- Two top-20 ranked clubs meet at the Bankers Life Field House in Indianapolis as No. 19 Butler (9-1) up against instate rival No. 9 Indiana (8-1). These Hoosiers took a 82-73 victory away from the last meeting two years ago and lead the all-time series 38-14 which dates back to 1900-01. Butler is a well coached, well disciplined clubs that will be sky-high for this Big-Ten opponent. Take the BULLDOGS!  

Las Vegas Bowl 3:30 ET

Houston vs. San Diego State

Aztecs (+) over Cougars- The popular side here will without a doubt be the Houston Cougars coming out of the AAC they had impressive wins over Oklahoma 33-23 and Louisville who they routed 36-10 and the 'public' will long remember wins like that. San Diego State cooled-off after a 9-1 start dropping 2-of-3 going 0-3 ATS. Everyone is aware of the coaching change at Houston as Tom Herman left for Texas and Major Applewhite got the nod with interim coach Todd Orlando still on the staff. The Aztecs have Donnel Pumphrey (6,290) on the cusp of passing Ron Dayne the All-time rushing leader and with side kick Rashaad Penny (995 rushing yards) and will surprise the Cougars with their speed. Take SAN DIEGO STATE! 

Atlanta at Toronto 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Raptors- The Atlanta Hawks were so happy to get home-grown Dwight Howard during the off season and like the old adage 'Be careful what you wish for.' With Howard in the center the Hawks have now lost 11 of their last 14 after a quick 9-2 start as opponents have exposed his short-comings. He is among the leaders in field goal percentage (62.3) and rebounding (12.5) but come crunch time he is among the missing because of his poor free throw shooting. The Raptors already destroyed Atlanta two weeks ago at home 128-84 but this one will come down to the final buzzer. Take ATLANTA!   

Portland at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets over Trailblazers- Their last time out the Nuggets were pasted by the worst team in the NBA in Dallas 112-92 and have dropped eight of their last ten. Denver returns home after a six-game road trip who are off a 114-95 win over Oklahoma State as they ended a four-game losing streak of their own. This is the third meetings of the season and the Blazers have won both including a 115-113 win at Denver. Fortunes change here as the Nuggets regroup after their loss to the Mavs. Take DENVER! 

Indiana at Miami 7:00 ET

Heat over Pacers- Indiana has fought their way over .500 due to a heavy dos of home cooking as they have won 10 of 14 when playing as hosts, but on the road it is a different story. The Pacers are a meager 3-8 on the road which by the way is the same (3-8) as Miami's home record. These two split last season's meetings each winning twice at home. The Heat injury list is full but with Goran Dragic leading the way as they try and build on their one-game winning streak. Take MIAMI!

Denver at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Nuggets- This is the final game of a six-game road trip for the Nuggets as they look to win their second game in-a-row for just the second time this season. Although the Mavericks are just 5-18 they have won five of the last six meetings including the last four at home. After 10 days on the road the Nuggets will be a bit fatigued and come up short here. Take DALLAS!

Dallas at New York Giants 8:30 ET

Giants (+) over Cowboys- Kind of hard t believe that if it wasn't for the Giants winning opening day in Dallas the Cowboys would be undefeated at this time and we would be having the same types of conversation we had last year when Carolina was rolling through their schedule. If the 'Boys win here they will not only avenge their only loss but they will clinch a bye and home field throughout the playoffs. Alas, it most likely happen but not tonight. Look for a 'Giants' ambush. Take NEW YORK!

Pittsburgh at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Steelers- Big Ben was down and the Steelers were reeling, well that was three weeks ago and now Pittsburgh is tied with Baltimore for the division lead and the Bengals are dead meat. The Bills meanwhile blew a 24-9 lead to the Raiders who scored 29 unanswered points to drop Buffalo to 6-6 with still a small chance to get to the post season. A win here would help in so many ways. The Bills defense can meet the challenge at home. Take BUFFALO!

Washington at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

Eagles (+) over Redskins- Ah the fortunes of rookie quarterbacks and 'new' head coaches. Philadelphia opened the season with three straight wins and everyone was clambering what a great move to draft and start Carson Wentz and now they are 5-7 and Peterson is no longer a genius and Wentz's numbers have evened out to where he has 12 TD passes and 11 Int's. Washington has dropped their last two and but has a 27-20 win over the Eagles to dwell on. To bad for them so will the Eagles...Take PHILADELPHIA!

Sacramento at Utah 9:00 ET

Kings (+) over Jazz- Despite numerous injuries Utah has managed to win seven of their last nine and still have their leading scorer Gordon Hayward listed as probably after Thursday's 106-99 loss to Golden State. Point guard George Hill and Rodney Hood both missed the game against the Warriors and they will be without power forward Derrick Favors and Alec Burks. There is plenty of talk about the future of DeMarcus Cousins with the Kings but he will be playing tonight with Matt Barnes. Take SACRAMENTO!

Utah at Xavier 5:30 ET

Musketeers (+) over Utes- I have yet to see what it is that has all the pollsters so excited about No. 14 Xavier as they have now dropped two straight after a 7-0 start. 'We' have posted two straight win against the Musketeers taking Baylor (-5) 76-61 and Colorado (Best Bet winner) 68-66 on Wednesday. Utah who is very young has dropped their last four against the points but won games against 'powerhouses' Montana State and Utah Valley State. Today the play for real and fall short. Take XAVIER!

San Antonio at Chicago 9:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Spurs- The Spurs have won four in-a-row and are undefeated (13-0) on the road as they invade Chicago to go at with the Bulls who have lost their last three. Chicago is having the same old problems with Rajon Rondo as other teams had as he was suspended one-game for conduct detrimental to the team in their last Monday and will be available tonight. The Bulls will be ready tonight and without Tony Parker the Spurs lose a bit on both ends of the floor. Take CHICAGO!

Golden State at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Warriors- This is the season Doc Rivers believes the Clippers can get over the hump and challenge Golden State and unseat the two time defending West champs. At 18-3 the Warriors are not far off last year's record setting pace and enter this contest having swept the four-game series last year and have won the last six meetings overall. The matchup between Stephen Curry and Chris Paul is one of the best in the league and the Clippers take advantage of the home floor tonight. Take LOS ANGELES!  

Xavier at Colorado 9:00 ET

Buffaloes (+) over Musketeers- The No. 14 ranked Musketeers incurred their first loss along with the first true road game Saturday at Baylor and might very well experience the same result tonight at Colorado. Xavier has been highly touted but have yet to show what is truly expected by them as they are shooting just 44.8 percent as a team and played weak defense against Baylor is the second half getting blown out by 18 points in the final 20 minutes. Take COLORADO! 

New York at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat over Knicks- Two up and coming men in the middle with face off tonight when Miami' Hassan Whiteside and New York's 21-year-old Kristaps Porzingis. The Knicks have won their last three and while they are 9-3 at home they are only 2-6 on the road while the Heat have struggled at American Airlines Arena winning just two of nine. Miami won three of the four meetings last season and are in a good spot to win tonight. Take MIAMI!

Oklahoma City at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks over Thunder- With Russell Westbrook recording five straight triple-doubles Oklahoma City has won all five games and face the Hawks who have lost six straight. The Thunder are a high energy team and so far this season they are 0-3 in the second of back-to-back contests and the home team has won the last five in this series. Dwight Howard still can't shoot free throws in Atlanta but he is recording double-double consistently. Take ATLANTA! 

Buffalo at Oakland 4:05 ET

Bills (+) over Raiders- With a win here either side has a chance to end one of the longest playoff droughts the Raiders at 13 seasons and the Bills at 16 years without post season action. Oakland's Derek Carr is one of my favorites but he dislocated his pinky on his throwing hand last week and that bothers me. The Bills have the type of offense that can exploit the Raiders porous rushing defense. Hey, what the heck the last time Buffalo won here was 1966. Number is very low, I'll take it! Give me BUFFALO! 

Chicago at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Bulls- The Mavericks are off to a franchise worst 3-15 and will be without their All-star forward Dirk Nowitzki but, that really doesn't mean much has he has played just five games and they are 0-5 in those contests. Chicago has a number of new faces this season and they came together last night to up end the Cavaliers 111-105 last night. With the Bulls 6-1 ATS on the road this is a very short number and the Bulls have a let down. Take the MAVERICKS!

Penn State vs Wisconsin 8:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Badgers- The story lines surrounding this game has more to do with other teams then the two that are battling for the Big-Ten Championship. Will it be Michigan, Ohio State, Washington, Clemson, Colorado or even one of these two is still up in the air. Penn State who was blown-out by Michigan turned it around since going 8-0 and 7-1 ATS. The Lions have a balanced offense that wears down defense as the average 23 second half points. State has won four of the last five and will do it again here. Take PENN STATE! 

San Diego State at Wyoming 7:45 ET

Aztecs (-) over Cowboys- I am labeling this my 'bing-bang-boom-bash game.' It's simple and it figures. Three weeks ago 'we' posted UNLV over Wyoming and they WON 69-66, they next week 'we' took Wyoming (+9) and the WON 34-33 over these same Aztecs and then last week 'we' took New Mexico (+3) and they beat Wyoming 56-35. So. Now we have a rematch with San Diego State at Wyoming and the 'public and sharps' are take the home club (Cowboys) with points. NAH...Take SAN DIEGO STATE!

Temple at Navy 12:00 ET

Owls (+) over Midshipman- As they say...'something has got to give.' The Navy averages 342 yards on the ground and score 41.7 points per contest while Temple has a stop unit allowing only 128 yards rushing and led the AAC in scoring defense 17.8 points and total defense 273.4 yards. So, this contest will be about 'strength versus strength.' although the Owls have lost three times they have 10-straight spread covers. With the Middies playing at home and with an overall better record I am surprised that they are only favored by a field goal. Defense WINS championships...take TEMPLE!  

Houston at Denver 10:30 ET

Nuggets (-) over Rockets- Is there something wrong here? It sure looks like it to me. I mean here are the 7-11 Nuggets who have lost 3-of-4 a favorite at home where they are 3-6 on the season against Houston who just beat Golden State. The Rockets are rejuvenated this season under Mike D'Antoni and are 3-1 on this road trip and have won six of eight and come up an underdog here. Maybe last night's double-overtime win at Golden State has them gloating and patting themselves on the back because the 'line' tells me that they are in trouble tonight. Take DENVER!

Colorado vs. Washington 9:00 ET

Buffaloes (+) over Huskies- There is a lot of noise about teams winning or not winning their conference championship to qualify for the CFP Final-4 and in this battle if Washington wins they are in and if Colorado wins they will probably make it to the Rose Bowl. The Huskies have been led by a defense that leads the Pac-12 in takeaways with a plus-18 and quarterback Jake Browning who has 40 touchdown passes and an efficiency rating of 181.6. Their defense also led the conference in scoring defense allowing just 17.8 points per game. Colorado lost twice and in both contests when quarterback their senior quarterback Sefo Liufau was out or removed in the third quarter because of injury. The Buffaloes led the conference in total yards surrendered (323.8) and pass defense (187.8 yards). In a tough tight battle...take COLORADO!