11-22-15 |
Georgetown +6 v. Duke |
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84-86 |
Win
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100 |
3 h 35 m |
Show
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11/22 10:00 AM CB (559) GEORGETOWN VS (560) DUKE (11/22 07:31 AM) edit
Take: (559) GEORGETOWN
Reason: Play Georgetown +6 Yes, Duke has an incredible record at MSG but so does Georgetown. It appeared two nights ago that Duke survived in a win against VCU more than getting an 8 point win. VCU went ice cold and when the shots didn't fall they lost their composure defensively. If there is one area that a John Thompson team will hold their head at it's their defense. After already slipping up against Radford and Maryland this veteran team of Georgetown knows they have to play well today to avoid a 1-3 start. Expect Georgetown's defense to hold tough for 40 minutes and keep this within the number.
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11-21-15 |
Michigan State +14 v. Ohio State |
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17-14 |
Win
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100 |
39 h 29 m |
Show
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(371) Michigan State vs (372) Ohio State Can Michigan State put a thorn to the Buckeyes on Saturday? This of course could have been a classic matchup of undefeated teams if it were not for the Spartans meltdown against the Wolverines. I ask you, what would the point spread be if that play did not happen to give the Wolverines the win over the Spartans? Definitely not near two touchdowns. Though the Spartans have not looked the part of a highly ranked team neither have the Buckeyes. Expect the Spartans to battle in this game as if they could take that last play back against the Wolverines. Grab Michigan State plus the 14. Play Michigan State plus 14
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11-21-15 |
Houston v. Connecticut +10 |
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17-20 |
Win
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100 |
23 h 16 m |
Show
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UConn plus 10 Last week I avoided posting Oregon as a moneyline play against Stanford. This week I'll recommend a 50/50 wager on UConn ML and with the points +10. There's a reason why the undefeated Cougars continue to get zero respect from the polls and BCS chances. They have a run and gun look that has succeeded in the American conference but they don't pass the eye test. The Huskies have made strides and this is the type of game that can get them to a bowl and carry momentum into next season. Grab the Huskies
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11-21-15 |
South Alabama v. Georgia State -2.5 |
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10-24 |
Win
|
100 |
22 h 45 m |
Show
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Georgia State -2.5 Last week I bypassed the Sun Belt but we'll head back into it this week as South Alabama travels to Georgia State. South Alabama has been a hot potato team that is off their first winning streak of the season. Still, their defense is a major concern of mine heading on the road against a Georgia State team that has underachieved this season. Expect Georgia State to capitalize at home and take advantage of a South Alabama team that is subpar.
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11-21-15 |
Purdue +23 v. Iowa |
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20-40 |
Win
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100 |
20 h 45 m |
Show
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Purdue From time to time value just sticks out. Iowa's undefeated season has rose their spread value sky high. But over their last three games their only cover was by a half point over Indiana. High lines against the Gophers and Maryland did not come close to inflated spreads. As this line continues to climb from 20 to now 23 I have to step in and root for 2-8 Purdue, who did play a competitive game against a similar style team in Michigan State.
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11-21-15 |
Furman +18.5 v. Connecticut |
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58-83 |
Loss |
-108 |
1 h 40 m |
Show
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Furman +18.5 This game has the same feel written to it that we've seen with Maryland/Rider and UT Arlington/Ohio State. The same point spread range against a pesky smaller school. UConn brought in two graduate transfers this season in Shonn Miller and former Seton Hall guard Sterling Gibbs. This will be a test against a pesky Furman team that got hot in the Southern conference a year ago. We'll grab Furman plus 18.
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11-20-15 |
Suns -2 v. Nuggets |
|
114-107 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 49 m |
Show
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11/20 06:05 PM NBA (515) PHOENIX SUNS VS (516) DENVER NUGGETS (11/20 11:20 AM) edit
Take: (515) PHOENIX SUNS
Reason: Play Phoenix -2 Phoenix showed some guts in a big comeback effort against the Bulls on Wednesday. Chicago was a team hunting for an all around game after stammering a bit over their last 4-5. You could think Denver is in that same boat tonight as the Suns blew them out just days ago in Phoenix. Yet, I'll be looking for Phoenix to replicate a similar scenario they were in when they played Portland twice in a similar span. They held things together and weathered the storm for two wins over the Trailblazers in less than a week. Expect the Suns to do that tonight as well as small favorites on the road.
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11-20-15 |
Pistons v. Wolves +2.5 |
|
96-86 |
Loss |
-101 |
6 h 49 m |
Show
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11/20 05:05 PM NBA (505) DETROIT PISTONS VS (506) MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES (11/20 11:16 AM) edit
Take: (506) MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES
Reason: Play Minnesota +2.5 Yes Minnesota is playing in a back to back scenario after an overtime loss against Orlando. 2-3 years ago when the NBA scheduling was revamped you could find value in back to back spots. Now oddmakers and teams have adjusted. The Timberwolves are a young team that should be primed for a successful night at home against the Pistons
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11-20-15 |
VCU +10 v. Duke |
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71-79 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 5 m |
Show
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11/20 04:30 PM CB (573) VA COMMONWEALTH VS (574) DUKE (11/19 09:33 PM) edit
Take: (573) VA COMMONWEALTH
Reason: Play VCU plus 10 Duke did go down to a strong Kentucky team a few days ago. But to be favored by ten points against VCU is far fetched in my opinion. VCU boasts a strong seven man rotation including key guards in JaQuan Lewis and reserve guard Doug Brooks. The experience with Mo Allie Cox and Melvin Johnson are going to pay dividends against the youth of the Blue Devils. Grab VCU who should be in position all game to stay within this spread.
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11-20-15 |
76ers +10 v. Hornets |
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88-113 |
Loss |
-104 |
5 h 50 m |
Show
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11/20 04:05 PM NBA (501) PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS (502) CHARLOTTE HORNETS (11/20 11:12 AM) edit
Take: (501) PHILADELPHIA 76ERS
Reason: Philadelphia +10 As part of our three game NBA pass on Friday night, we'll be playing the 76ers. Yes, they're winless but they're not as poor as the 76ers teams of recent years. They have fight to them and I believe they'll be able to stay within this ten point spread against a Bobcats team that has seen their value rise. Grab the 76ers tonight
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11-20-15 |
Delaware v. Iona -9 |
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77-92 |
Win
|
100 |
3 h 48 m |
Show
|
Iona -9 Iona's poor 0-2 start has devalued them today against a Delaware team that matches their style of play. Delaware is a team comfortable pushing the basketball but is not as skilled in shot selection or field goal percentage as Iona. At home I expect Iona to get back into their normal routine offensively. Once the first few shots start falling they should be able to storm past Delaware
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11-19-15 |
Warriors v. Clippers +7 |
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124-117 |
Push |
0 |
12 h 25 m |
Show
|
Play Clippers +7 We'll grab yet another value play in the NBA tonight as the Clippers look to halt the undefeated Golden State Warriors. Golden State has been unstoppable but nearly went down to Toronto at home a few nights ago. We landed a cover on the Clippers a few weeks back as 7.5 point road dogs to Golden State, and have to take the home value on the same number. Grab the Clippers
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11-18-15 |
UC-Irvine v. UCF +2.5 |
|
61-60 |
Win
|
102 |
19 h 45 m |
Show
|
Central Florida +3 Central Florida started to have that look of a program moving upward over the last month of last season. Even though UC Irvine returns immense talent at the guard position and quality depth, they have not faced a team with the speed and depth at the guard position like Central Florida. I expect that to frustrate the veterans on UCI and on the road that's tough to maintain for forty minutes. Grab Central Florida.
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11-18-15 |
Buffalo +8.5 v. St. Joe's |
|
67-89 |
Loss |
-106 |
19 h 44 m |
Show
|
Buffalo +8.5
Buffalo is coming off an ugly loss as 10.5 point underdogs to Old Dominion. They're still adjusting to the loss of their former head coach Bobby Hurley as well as the dismissal of leading scorer Justin Moss. Yet there is still plenty of carry over from last year's 12th seeded team that is getting high value today against St. Joe's. Grab Buffalo.
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11-18-15 |
Richmond v. Wake Forest -1.5 |
|
91-82 |
Loss |
-100 |
6 h 16 m |
Show
|
Play Wake Forest -1.5 Early in the season you'll see teams returning key players gather extra value ATS to start the season. That's the case for a Richmond team that hails several key starters from last year's overachieving team. But I value Wake Forest today. Danny Manning worked his tail off last year to get buy-in from his players, and it's paying off to start the season. They are missing Codi-Miller McIntyre but scoring is not an issue for Wake or the reason we're taking them today. Their improvements defensively are, and will be the catalyst in our cover.
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11-17-15 |
Nuggets +6 v. Pelicans |
|
115-98 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 51 m |
Show
|
Play Denver Nuggets +6 Tuesday, we are looking at a play on the Denver Nuggets plus six against the Pelicans. Denver is coming off getting their tails handed to them this weekend against the Phoenix Suns. They shot the ball poorly and were out of the game before the end of the first quarter. Though the Pelicans are playing better basketball they're not to the level of play that would call for just a point decrease from the -7 offered to the Suns on Saturday. Value play here on the Nuggets
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11-17-15 |
Dartmouth v. Marist +2 |
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63-73 |
Win
|
100 |
19 h 58 m |
Show
|
Play Marist plus 2 Contrasting styles are easier to disguise in conference play. Outside of conference play though that can be difficult to mask. Dartmouth survives with efficient offense and the ability to win off of turnovers. Marist on the other hand has some athletes and will be able to get the shots they want. Grab Marist as underdogs.
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11-17-15 |
Massachusetts v. Harvard -4.5 |
|
69-63 |
Loss |
-106 |
19 h 57 m |
Show
|
Play Harvard -4.5 Harvard has had a strong history of playing well against in-state opponents. Even though they lost against Providence I believe they'll bounce back to avoid being swept in-state. Grab Harvard, which should be able to win this game in the high single digits.
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11-17-15 |
Colorado +1.5 v. Auburn |
|
91-84 |
Win
|
100 |
15 h 58 m |
Show
|
Play Colorado plus 1.5
Colorado is a slight underdog against Auburn Tuesday. They'll face an up and coming Auburn squad led by Bruce Pearl that showed signs of promise in SEC play last year. Still, they lost graduate Antoine Mason and are still a working progress. Colorado may have lost Askia Booker who left early but I believe they're more balanced because of it. Booker took to many of the shots on offense and bailed on the team for postseason play. With him gone the offense looks better with a plethora of guys that have played 2-3 years of quality minutes. Grab the Buffaloes.
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11-17-15 |
Nevada +5 v. Hawaii |
|
75-76 |
Win
|
100 |
4 h 58 m |
Show
|
Play Nevada +5 Games past midnight figure to bode well for the Hawaii Rainbows. In the regular season their games typically start in the latest time slots. But for this 24-hour marathon classic I'll side with the value on Nevada who have the experience and depth to put up a battle against Hawaii.
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11-16-15 |
Virginia -5.5 v. George Washington |
|
68-73 |
Loss |
-108 |
6 h 54 m |
Show
|
Play Virginia -5.5 Today George Washington hopes to pull off an upset against Virginia. Both teams return several key starters from last year's matchup. In that matchup we had a play on Virginia -14 which looked dead in the water at half as Virginia trailed 26-22. The thing with Virginia and Head Coach Tony Bennett is their capability of putting teams in offensive droughts, which they did in the eventual 17 point win over GW last year. George Washington lacks capable shooters from outside to play a full forty minute game against Virginia. Even though Virginia is prone to offensive lulls they'll get enough stops and timely baskets to grab the cover tonight.
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11-15-15 |
Vikings +3 v. Raiders |
|
30-14 |
Win
|
100 |
75 h 12 m |
Show
|
|
11-15-15 |
Lipscomb +3 v. Denver |
|
69-82 |
Loss |
-106 |
3 h 55 m |
Show
|
11/15 12:00 PM CB (731) LIPSCOMB VS (732) DENVER edit
Take: (731) LIPSCOMB
Reason: Play Lipscomb +3 Here will side with Lipscomb Bisons. The Bisons are 1-1 on the season with a narrow win over Santa Clara and a close loss to Milwaukee. This tournament is hosted on Santa Clara's court and I expect the Bisons depth and 3-guard lineup to have the upper hand against Denver. The line movement has shifted a bit to Denver, but go with Lipscomb.
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11-15-15 |
Iona +7.5 v. Valparaiso |
|
58-83 |
Loss |
-106 |
9 h 47 m |
Show
|
Play Iona +7.5 Valparaiso does have a size advantage against Iona, but look for the contrasting style to bode to Iona's side. The Gaels push the tempo and will be able to score in transition and in half-court sets. This will be a competitive game but grab the Gaels plus 7.5
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11-15-15 |
Saints v. Redskins |
|
14-47 |
Win
|
100 |
39 h 31 m |
Show
|
Redskins Pick The Saints have been a puzzling team over the last month. They've been able to win games against the Giants, Colts, and Falcons thanks to turnovers and rather poor play from opposing teams. Washington has the perception as one of the worst teams in football but have been tough at home. They've won three of their four games and played well enough to defeat Miami in week one. We'll back the Redskins to dictate the style of play Sunday and grab the win over the Saints.
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11-14-15 |
Fordham v. Texas-Arlington -2.5 |
|
72-77 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 32 m |
Show
|
Play UT Arlington -2.5 UT Arlington caught my attention last season with solid play from their guard Drew Charles and forward Kevin Hervey. They'll pose the same challenges that Fordham faces yearly and struggles against in the Atlantic 10. Back Arlington in an obscure matchup that will cash.
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11-14-15 |
Oklahoma v. Baylor -2 |
|
44-34 |
Loss |
-110 |
22 h 33 m |
Show
|
Baylor -2 Baylor faces the toughest part of their season starting with a Saturday matchup against Oklahoma. Losing Seth Russell will surely have an impact on the Bears but they feel they've improved enough defensively to match their potent offense. Oklahoma will be a true test but I'll side with the Bears to pull out the win and cover Saturday.
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11-14-15 |
Oregon +10 v. Stanford |
|
38-36 |
Win
|
100 |
55 h 37 m |
Show
|
|
11-14-15 |
Temple -2.5 v. South Florida |
|
23-44 |
Loss |
-112 |
21 h 32 m |
Show
|
Play Temple +3 South Florida has made stellar improvements to turn around a football program that looked in deep trouble the last four seasons. Still, I believe this is a good spot to back a veteran Temple team. Three point road favorites usually pushes a mind set of trap. Instead here I love the value. Back the Owls who should keep winning off of having a turnover advantage.
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11-14-15 |
NC State +10 v. Florida State |
|
17-34 |
Loss |
-106 |
85 h 49 m |
Show
|
|
11-14-15 |
Colorado State +7.5 v. Northern Iowa |
|
84-78 |
Win
|
100 |
1 h 1 m |
Show
|
Play Colorado State +7.5 Today's board features two college basketball plays. To start off the day we'll grab Colorado State plus 7.5 against Northern Iowa. Northern Iowa has been a darling team to back early in the season in years past. They'll still be a talented team this season but 7.5 is too steep against the Mountain West Rams. Safe number with high value.
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11-13-15 |
Pacific +23 v. Arizona |
|
61-79 |
Win
|
100 |
3 h 51 m |
Show
|
Play Pacific +23 Though the Wildcats have some carry over talent from last year it's going to be a process to start this season strong. This is a value play on the late night cap with Pacific who should hang inside the high teens tonight.
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11-13-15 |
Belmont +5 v. Marquette |
|
83-80 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 32 m |
Show
|
Belmont +5 Often times a mistake made when analyzing a player year to year is that they will automatically grow from one season to the next. Regression does happen often times and that's the outlook I have on Marquette's Head Coach in Wojichowski. He inherited a talented Marquette team from Buzz Williams and faltered mightily with in-game coaching. Belmont is a tough group that will put the young Marquette Golden Bears to the test. We'll take the points on opening night of the season.
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11-13-15 |
Hornets +6.5 v. Bulls |
|
97-102 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 38 m |
Show
|
Charlotte Bobcats +6.5 Just a little over a week ago the Bobcats throttled the Bulls by scoring 130 points. They were on fire. So tonight you'd expect a revenge spot from the Bulls to blow out the Bobcats. Not necessarily. The Bobcats have hung in with the majority of their opponents lately besides a late third/fourth quarter meltdown to the Spurs. They'll hang in this one on the road against the Bulls. Grab the Bobcats.
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11-13-15 |
San Francisco -3 v. Illinois-Chicago |
|
78-75 |
Push |
0 |
10 h 32 m |
Show
|
San Francisco -3 An under the radar matchup tonight is San Francisco versus UIC. In my opinion this line should be a bit higher on the Dons side. Illinois Chicago last season was a complete mess until the latter part of conference play. As injuries piled up in the Horizon league, UIC took advantage. That won't be the case to start the season against a healthy Dons team who will be able to limit UIC in half court situations defensively. Grab the Dons.
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11-13-15 |
CS-Northridge +9.5 v. Northern Illinois |
|
71-83 |
Loss |
-109 |
9 h 15 m |
Show
|
CS Northridge +9.5 This time last season, Reggie Theus was in the process of dismissing countless players off of Northridge. In his third year, Theus has just a few holdover players left from the past coaching regime. He has brought in a lot of transfers including Kendall Smith from UNLV who will be eligible to play this December. Tonight, I believe the value is high on Northridge on the home court of Northern Illinois. They'll need to avoid sloppy turnovers and weather the storm early. Grab CS Northridge.
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11-12-15 |
Bills +3 v. Jets |
|
22-17 |
Win
|
100 |
36 h 51 m |
Show
|
|
11-11-15 |
Pistons +1 v. Kings |
|
92-101 |
Loss |
-105 |
11 h 33 m |
Show
|
Detroit Pistons Plus 1 I made the mistake of going against the Pistons Sunday and witnessed them come back from a huge deficit against the Trailblazers. That’s not happening today. We’ll back the Pistons who are bringing A-intensity defensively each and every night. While George Karl has done an admirable job to start the season for the Kings, the flow and pace of the Pistons will be too much.
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11-11-15 |
Pelicans v. Hawks -11 |
|
98-106 |
Loss |
-105 |
9 h 32 m |
Show
|
Atlanta Hawks -11 Last night the Pelicans grabbed a resounding win over the Mavericks. Dallas may have the biggest issues of a team trying to mesh early in the season than any team in the NBA. Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday did get more minutes for the Pelicans last night but I’m still not impressed with the shot selections of the Pelicans. Atlanta teased the Pelicans the other night and should have no problem with production. Grab the Hawks and don't be alarmed if this moves to 10.5 or 10.
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11-11-15 |
Pacers +3.5 v. Celtics |
|
102-91 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 4 m |
Show
|
Indiana Pacers Plus 3.5 Size can be a detriment to opposing teams. Boston is a pesky group with small guards such as Isiah Thomas, Avery Bradley, and forward Evan Turner. While the Pacers have Paul George, George Hill, CJ Miles, and Monta Ellis-----all 6’3 or higher. This seems like an advantageous spot to grab the Celtics after their narrow loss to the Pacers a week ago. Instead look for the Pacers defense to frustrate the Celtics as they did in limiting them to 88 points last week. 3.5 is a comfortable number in which should be a one possession game.
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11-11-15 |
Lakers +8.5 v. Magic |
|
99-101 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 33 m |
Show
|
Los Angeles Lakers Plus 8.5 A narrow point spread loss to the Heat last night may cause people to side the other way with a solid Orlando Magic squad. This is a valuable underdog spot in my opinion with a Lakers team that should be able to catch a couple of scoring drives against the Magic. Back the Lakers
|
11-10-15 |
Jazz +6 v. Cavs |
|
114-118 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 53 m |
Show
|
Play Utah plus 6 Throughout Lebron James career he has struggled playing against Utah. Although it’s only twice a season it’s worthy of noting. The Jazz have big bodies inside that prevent James from creating the way he likes. They’ll also present a problem for Tristan Thompson and Mozgov. Grab Utah to play Lebron and company pesky again and cover the six points.
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11-10-15 |
Thunder -4.5 v. Wizards |
|
125-101 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 48 m |
Show
|
Play OKC -4.5 Sunday the Thunder had one of those team games that you can count on carrying over to the next. They blistered the Suns with torrid shooting and did so with uncanny chemistry from the starters to the eighth man. Add to that Durant will have his team uplifted back in his hometown. Don’t be surprised if OKC scores over 125 points Tuesday. Grab OKC.
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11-09-15 |
Bears +4 v. Chargers |
|
22-19 |
Win
|
100 |
80 h 55 m |
Show
|
Chicago Bears I rarely play any games ATS for or against the Chargers. But I like the prime time setup for Monday’s game. Both the Bears and Chargers have lost countless games in dramatic fashion. While the praise has been more centered on quarterback Philip Rivers, people are ignoring the quiet production of Jay Cutler. He is making less mistakes by playing more within the offense. The loss of Matt Forte does hurt but Cutler will be able to utilize Alshon Jeffrey and Bennett against a pour Chargers defense. Grab the Bears Monday. Play Bears plus 4
|
11-08-15 |
Pistons v. Blazers -1.5 |
|
120-103 |
Loss |
-105 |
7 h 10 m |
Show
|
|
11-08-15 |
Eagles v. Cowboys +3 |
|
33-27 |
Loss |
-110 |
56 h 55 m |
Show
|
Dallas Cowboys Has Chip Kelly corrected his team’s inefficiencies? No. Dallas may have lost five games in a row but with a win Sunday they’ll be right back in the thick of the NFC East. There last win was over the Eagles in which they controlled the time of possession 2 to 1 with over forty minutes on their side. As many issues as the Cowboys have they have a quiet confidence against the Eagles. Grab Dallas in a favorable position of plus 3. Play Cowboys plus 3
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11-08-15 |
Suns +8.5 v. Thunder |
|
103-124 |
Loss |
-108 |
8 h 13 m |
Show
|
Play Phoenix Suns +8.5 Over the years the OKC Thunder have had stellar games from Kevin Durant and Russ Westbrook against the Phoenix Suns. But they also were coached by Scott Brooks during that span. Billy Donovan is the guy now and the Thunder are on a three-game losing streak. Phoenix frustrates opponents as they have a sound backcourt and one of the best big men at stretching the floor in Markieff Morris. Until the Thunder show the ability to play defense I can not back them as 8.5 point favorites.
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11-08-15 |
Raptors +2.5 v. Heat |
|
76-96 |
Loss |
-108 |
7 h 13 m |
Show
|
Play Raptors +2.5 The Miami Heat have had some of the smallest point spreads in the NBA over their last four games. They were 3.5 point favorites against the Rockets, 3.5 against the Atlanta Hawks, 3 against the Timberwolves, and a point favorite against the Pacers. They split those contests but were fortunate not to go 1-3 as they needed a huge surge to defeat the Rockets. The Heat are getting solid play from Dwayne Wade and timely defense, but I think today they’ll look a bit off against a Raptors team that is playing superb basketball. They’ll bounce back from their loss to the Magic and get the cover Sunday.
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11-08-15 |
Falcons v. 49ers +7 |
|
16-17 |
Win
|
100 |
52 h 31 m |
Show
|
San Francisco 49ers +7.5 In any profession a shakeup amongst a team that’s lagged gets reenergized with new pieces. Kaepernick’s poor stretch over the last three weeks produced dismal results. Add to that the 49ers traded Vernon Davis. A season that has little hope left for it will turn to quarterback Blaine Gabbert. I expect the 49ers to play adequately against the Falcons with new life. It likely won’t last beyond this week but this a great opportunity to buy the difference from 5.5 to 7.5. Is a two point spread increase worthy for players such as Kaep and Davis? Not in my opinion. Grab the points.
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11-08-15 |
Giants -2.5 v. Bucs |
|
32-18 |
Win
|
100 |
51 h 30 m |
Show
|
Giants -2.5 The string of success by Tampa Bay is enough to lure people on them this weekend against the Giants. Not me. Jameis Winston is still a rookie and has benefitted from a great run game and poor opposing offensive execution. Atlanta practically gifted the Bucs the win last week thanks to Matt Ryan’s awful play. New York may be on a bit of a slide themselves but they’re as potent as they come offensively. Odell Beckham and company should have a big day against the Buccaneers. Expect Winston to look a bit more like a rookie Sunday.
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11-07-15 |
UL-Monroe +10 v. Troy |
|
14-51 |
Loss |
-115 |
27 h 58 m |
Show
|
UL Monroe +10 For the second consecutive week we’ll be on UL Monroe as double digit underdogs. Troy is catching far too much love after a blowout win on the road as 3 point favorites over New Mexico State and taking Appalachian State to three overtime’s as three touchdown underdogs last week. Monroe is a stubborn team that hangs in games. Troy will come back down to Earth from their impactful two weeks. Grab Monroe.
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11-07-15 |
Cincinnati +9.5 v. Houston |
|
30-33 |
Win
|
100 |
27 h 57 m |
Show
|
Cincinnati +9.5 All great college offenses meet a heads on challenge once or twice a season. You just can’t win every week in college football in landslide fashion with offense. Cincinnati is a confident team that’s capable of sustaining matching offense of the Cougars for four quarters. Cougars sophomore quarterback Greg Ward Jr. is still adapting and may not be ready for a closer than anticipated game. That’ll factor in to the spread as this should be closer to 5.5-6 points. Grab the Bearcats.
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11-07-15 |
UL-Lafayette -2 v. Georgia State |
|
23-21 |
Push |
0 |
25 h 29 m |
Show
|
Louisiana Lafayette -2 We were on the opposite side of the Rajun Cajuns last week for a cover. Saturday I look for them to play a strong game against Georgia State. In consecutive weeks they’ve found themselves in a hole because of poor first half play. That can be corrected and I expect Lafayette to finally play a complete game and grab the win on the road. Play Lafayette.
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11-07-15 |
Stanford v. Colorado +16.5 |
|
42-10 |
Loss |
-102 |
24 h 27 m |
Show
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Colorado +16.5 Full season college subscribers have noticed my love for the Buffaloes. They’ve been on my board countless times this season and there’s a main reason why. Colorado has been the doormat of the Pac-12 since entering and with how strong the Pac-12 is this season oddsmakers are overlooking the Buffaloes. Each week there is value and it’s to be had again at home against Stanford. Note the odd start time of 10AM PT for this Pac-12 matchup. Shaky wins by a top ten team don’t prosper the following week. Usually it’ll take a half to get things refigured out. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Colorado have a small lead here at half and hang on to cover a sizeable spread in the second. Grab Colorado.
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11-06-15 |
Pistons +4.5 v. Suns |
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100-92 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 5 m |
Show
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Detroit Pistons plus 4.5 I’m buying the young Pistons on how they’ve looked to start the season. They’ve had two days off to mend their first loss of the season against the Pacers. Phoenix has an open court style of play that Pistons Head Coach Stan Van Gundy will throttle. Phoenix is also a dismal home team on Friday nights for whatever reason. Grab the Pistons.
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11-06-15 |
Hawks v. Pelicans +3.5 |
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121-115 |
Loss |
-105 |
8 h 35 m |
Show
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Pelicans plus 3.5 The woes of the Pelicans are hard to ignore but the Hawks are exactly the type of team they want to face while in a slump. Atlanta’s an efficient team but one that keeps opposing teams in games with their style of play. That bodes to the Pelicans favor at home and in need of confidence. They’ll get a crucial second half run to get the cover for us Friday night.
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11-06-15 |
Bucks v. Knicks -2 |
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99-92 |
Loss |
-102 |
7 h 6 m |
Show
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NY Knicks Derek Fisher may not have the type of talent he wants as Head Coach but he is getting the buyback from his core group of players that you want to see. They’re playing sound defense and I like how Fisher is balancing his bench with his starters. Jason Kidd has maybe the toughest task in the NBA juggling minutes amongst a lineup filled with first to third year players. This is a great home spot for the Knicks at just -2.
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11-05-15 |
Grizzlies v. Blazers +4 |
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96-115 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 55 m |
Show
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Play Portland +4 Portland returns home tonight on a two-game road win streak. They defeated the Timberwolves and last night defeated the Jazz. Memphis shook off some rust to handle the Kings easily two nights ago. Yet, Portland is a team with a great home court advantage. CJ McCollum and Damian Lillard are shooting lights out and that will be a tough combination for a Grizzlies team that has been struggling to score prior to Tuesday’s game.
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11-05-15 |
Hornets +4 v. Mavs |
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108-94 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 51 m |
Show
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Play Charlotte +4 Charlotte heads to Dallas to take on a Mavericks team that is pleasantly surprised to have Chandler Parsons back in the lineup. His return plus the acclimation of Deron Williams and Wesley Matthews is going to take on court playing time to adjust. Instances where teams land new veteran starters have showcased opportunistic value ATS. Charlotte may only have one win but they have an uplifting bench and can be counted on to play for four quarters. Look for them to hang in this game against Dallas.
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11-05-15 |
Heat -3.5 v. Wolves |
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96-84 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 21 m |
Show
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Play Miami -3.5 The veteran laden Heat will be looking to get off to a better start tonight than they have in their last two wins. They found themselves down high teens to the Rockets and then down to the Hawks at home on Tuesday. This should be a great spot for the Heat to pull together as a team against the youth of the Timberwolves. Minnesota has a bright future but also features a team that is prone to turnovers and poor half court shot selections. Grab the Heat -3.5.
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11-04-15 |
Clippers +7.5 v. Warriors |
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108-112 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 31 m |
Show
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Clippers +7.5 We’re finally able to get the inflated line we need to go against the Warriors at home. Recent blowout wins have catapulted the Warriors to a territory oddsmakers will have a tough time with. This game tonight should help calm those worries. Los Angeles added key defensive assets in Lance Stephenson and Wes Johnson that will cause problems for the undersized perimeter Warriors. Golden State will still have their same explosive offense but I look for 2-3 stretches of solid play from the Clippers to key this ATS win.
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11-04-15 |
76ers +9 v. Bucks |
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87-91 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 57 m |
Show
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Philly +9 This game between the Bucks and 76ers is truly a matchup of all youngsters. The Bucks got back a couple of key players with Tyler Ennis and Jabari Parker declared eligible with medical clearance. Parker’s return should reap rewards for the Bucks. I just don’t see the value on tonight’s game in general for the Bucks. Philadelphia showed four quarters of toughness against the Cavs Monday and should against the Bucks as well.
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11-04-15 |
Spurs -4.5 v. Wizards |
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99-102 |
Loss |
-108 |
7 h 58 m |
Show
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Spurs -4.5 The Spurs continue their east coast road trip that features their third game in four nights. I’m impressed with how well their rotations have meshed together with the addition of Lamarcus Aldridge. They may not be playing dominating basketball yet but the spurts and stretches they do are proving to be enough to cover. They’ll get it done again on Wednesday.
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11-04-15 |
Celtics v. Pacers +2 |
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98-100 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 57 m |
Show
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Indiana +2 I have this game as Indiana -3.5. Boston has lacked the intensity we saw from a Brad Stevens led team a year ago. Defensively they have not been the same and offensively they seem to be lacking clear go to players to lean on for points. That combined with a suspect bench leaves the Celtics vulnerable on the road. Even though Indiana is playing in a back to back spot we’ll grab them tonight
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11-03-15 |
Grizzlies -4 v. Kings |
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103-89 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 38 m |
Show
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Play Grizzlies -4 This line has been drove down and may likely come down more before game time. I'll go the Contrarian angle here as I believe the Grizzlies can bounce back after a horrific loss last night to the Warriors. It was just one of those nights for the Grizzlies who have not been themselves to start the season. I expect them to buckle-down defensively and get back the style of play they've showcased the past few seasons. Take the Grizzlies tonight in Sacramento.
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11-03-15 |
Hawks +3.5 v. Heat |
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98-92 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 11 m |
Show
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Play Atlanta +3.5 The Hawks showcased a bit of their team style of basketball in a narrow Sunday win against the Hornets. It was a rusty win for a team that has yet to click similar to last season. The Heat on the other hand are coming off a tremendous come from behind win against the Rockets. The Rockets derailed themselves with lazy passes and poor offensive execution. Tonight's matchup is an advantageous game for the Hawks to utilize their team camaraderie in grabbing a cover in Miami. Grab the Hawks.
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11-02-15 |
Suns +9 v. Clippers |
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96-102 |
Win
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100 |
13 h 47 m |
Show
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Play Phoenix Suns +9 The Clippers have added piece after piece that has them primed to match the Spurs in June. But we’re in November. The grind of the NBA season typically presents rust for stretches for teams with superior talent. With a young Suns team opposite and former Clipper Eric Bledsoe leading the way I expect the Suns to stay in this game. Getting nine points is far too many.
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11-02-15 |
Blazers +5.5 v. Wolves |
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106-101 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 48 m |
Show
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Play Portland +5.5 The Trailblazers are coming off back to back losses to the Phoenix Suns. They’re adjusting to playing without superstar LaMarcus Aldridge and also role player Nicholas Batum. That’s caused a few lapses especially in fourth quarters. Today I think they’ll be able to hang with a young Timberwolves team. As well as the young group of Timberwolves have played you have to expect a downturn. Grab the Trailblazers tonight.
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11-02-15 |
Colts +7 v. Panthers |
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26-29 |
Win
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100 |
70 h 38 m |
Show
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Indianapolis +7.5 The drastic jump of oddsmakers hike in value on the Panthers is alarming. Yes they’ve won ten straight but they have not been a team that necessarily blows teams out. I think the value here is on the Colts. For as bad as they’ve played the last two weeks they still have only lost by a touchdown or less. Don’t fall for the back to back prime time lure on the Panthers. Grab the Colts.
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11-02-15 |
Spurs -7 v. Knicks |
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94-84 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 47 m |
Show
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Play Spurs -7 San Antonio played rusty last night and still was able to cover the spread against Boston. They did it with great half court defense which throttled a young Celtics team that is very similar to the Knicks. In years past the Spurs have been offensive juggernauts at Madison Square Garden. Minutes were reduced last night with key players such as Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobli to pave the way for tonight. Grab the Spurs
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11-02-15 |
Cavs -13 v. 76ers |
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107-100 |
Loss |
-105 |
6 h 38 m |
Show
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Play Cleveland -13 It’d be easy to mark this game as a typical NBA downtrodden approach from the Cavaliers. They’re clearly the front runner of the Eastern Conference and the 76ers are permanent cellar fixtures. I just can’t back the 76ers at all even as home underdogs of thirteen points. Cleveland’s core group of talent may not be capable of winning this high of a spread based on offense but they surely can with their defense. This is a game at half that the Cavs should be up in the mid to high teens and I expect the role players to continue the score higher in the second-half.
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11-01-15 |
Packers v. Broncos +3 |
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10-29 |
Win
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100 |
46 h 49 m |
Show
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Denver plus 3 Shop around to find the plus 3’s out there, or if you have to buy the hook. This should be everything it’s planned to be and more. Green Bay has the best quarterback in the league and a defense that has shown tremendous growth. The headliner that has drawn Green Bay as a road favorite is the poor play of Peyton Manning. Hey folks, get over it. Manning is who is he at this stage in his career and his team has adjusted. Frankly it’s shocking to me that people still have not seen the odd value shift from the Broncos a season ago to now. Last year they were favored by near double digits every game with a horrid defense and failed to cover repeatedly. This season they’ve been low favorites the majority of games with a top tier defense and keep covering the number. I’ll back them at home as the same recipe of strong defense and timely offense will key the win for the Broncos.
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11-01-15 |
Magic +7.5 v. Bulls |
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87-92 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 17 m |
Show
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11-01-15 |
Rockets v. Heat -3 |
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89-109 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 17 m |
Show
|
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11-01-15 |
Spurs v. Celtics +5.5 |
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95-87 |
Loss |
-110 |
5 h 48 m |
Show
|
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11-01-15 |
49ers +8 v. Rams |
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6-27 |
Loss |
-110 |
38 h 17 m |
Show
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Play San Francisco plus 8 Todd Gurley has been as impressive of a player over the last month of the NFL season. But concern has to be high with the play of Nick Foles. Foles has not had a solid outing since the Rams win over the Cardinals. There are strong concerns with San Francisco and how they’ll operate with Carlos Hyde out of the lineup. Hyde has been playing through an injury anyways which makes him being out less of an issue. Some quarterbacks have a quiet confidence against certain opponents and Colin Kaepernick is one against the Rams. He has had some of his best performances against the Rams and I expect him to showcase that confidence Sunday. Buy the 49ers on an inflated line.
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10-31-15 |
Arizona +4.5 v. Washington |
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3-49 |
Loss |
-110 |
34 h 18 m |
Show
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Rich Rod and the Arizona Wildcats have been as potent of an offense as there is in the Pac-12. The problem has been the defenses vulnerability to stop anything. Heading up to Washington they need to show the veteran capabilities this team possesses. Washington has a young defense that has struggled against the run and will have Browning returning from injury at quarterback. This is the type of game where Arizona’s offense should finally be able to outpace their poor defense. Grab the Wildcats.
Play Arizona +4.5
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10-31-15 |
Stanford -10.5 v. Washington State |
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30-28 |
Loss |
-105 |
34 h 49 m |
Show
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Saturday night the Washington State Cougars will look to try and knock off the surging Stanford Cardinal in the Pac-12. The Cougars have just one loss in conference and could tie the Cardinal with a win Saturday. Luke Falk has been dominant at quarterback with just four interceptions and over twenty touchdowns. On the road this should be a true tough test for the Cardinal. But they’re the only team in college football I see getting better as the season goes on. They’ll have too much balance that will over power the Cougars. Grab Stanford. Play Stanford -10.5
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10-31-15 |
Notre Dame v. Temple +11 |
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24-20 |
Win
|
100 |
31 h 29 m |
Show
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The undefeated Temple Owls will do all they can Saturday to keep their undefeated record intact. To do so they’ll have to play mistake free football and execute at their highest level in all phases of special teams, defense, and offense. For how great Notre Dame has been this season they’ve been a turnover prone team. That will be the difference in landing our cover Saturday as Temple will play like a true top twenty five team. Play Temple + 11
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10-31-15 |
Knicks +7.5 v. Wizards |
|
117-110 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 9 m |
Show
|
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10-31-15 |
UL-Monroe +11.5 v. UL-Lafayette |
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24-30 |
Win
|
100 |
28 h 16 m |
Show
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As potent as Louisiana Lafayette are on offense they are just as deadly and porous on defense. Louisiana Monroe has struggled as they transition with a true freshman quarterback in Garrett Smith. This should be the type of game he can settle in as he is a dual threat quarterback. Even though Monroe is 1-6 overall they’ve fought in several games including against Tulsa and Alabama. We’ll grab them plus 11.5 Saturday. Play UL Monroe +11.5
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10-31-15 |
Virginia Tech -2 v. Boston College |
|
26-10 |
Win
|
100 |
24 h 46 m |
Show
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Neither of these teams light it up on offense. Virginia Tech may look back at this season and say what if. They’ve lost several close games that were winnable and now likely will not be in position to make a bowl game. But I believe they’re further ahead in development than Boston College. The Hokies will be able to shut down Boston College’s simplistic offense and get the win and cover Saturday morning.
Play Virginia Tech -2.5
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10-30-15 |
Thunder v. Magic +8 |
|
139-136 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 12 m |
Show
|
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10-30-15 |
Louisville v. Wake Forest +12 |
|
20-19 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 20 m |
Show
|
Play Wake Forest +12 In the ACC Friday night the Louisville Cardinal will look to finally play mistake free football against Wake Forest. This is a curious line even against a rusty young Wake Forest team. I just have not seen enough from the Cardinal offensively or discipline wise to back them as double digit favorites. Wake Forest will stay in this game and cover the number.
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10-30-15 |
East Carolina -6 v. Connecticut |
|
13-31 |
Loss |
-110 |
4 h 52 m |
Show
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Play East Carolina -6 UConn is definitely a program moving upward after years of poor football play. They’ve stayed in a few games this season against teams such as Missouri, BYU, and South Florida. I’m not sold on them finishing the season out strong. They have a look of a young team that is growing but will falter as the season ends. East Carolina should be able to take prime advantage of UConn even on the road. Grab East Carolina
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10-29-15 |
Oregon +2.5 v. Arizona State |
|
61-55 |
Win
|
105 |
10 h 53 m |
Show
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Play Oregon +2.5 A Pac-12 battle takes place Thursday night in Tempe, Arizona between Arizona State and the Oregon Ducks. These two have not squared off since 2012's Thursday matchup in which the Ducks blew out Arizona State. This is a chance for both teams to get back on the right path and control their destiny for an at-large bowl game. I like the versatility Adams Jr. brings to the Ducks offense. He'll be very tough for the Devils to adjust too defensively, especially with the all out blitzes Todd Graham loves to bring. It's hard to believe the Ducks are in an underdog role for the second consecutive game but I'll grab them once again. Play Oregon plus 2.5
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10-28-15 |
Wolves +3.5 v. Lakers |
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112-111 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 35 m |
Show
|
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10-27-15 |
Detroit Pistons v. Atlanta Hawks -6.5 |
|
106-94 |
Loss |
-110 |
20 h 36 m |
Show
|
Play Atlanta Hawks -6.5 To open up the NBA season we'll be grabbing the Atlanta Hawks at home. Detroit did finish last season on a better note but the Hawks are a focused underrated team. They lack a true go-to star with Jeff Teague being the main catalyst. But they play as a group from all five positions that extends to their bench. Grab the Hawks to use their team style and home court edge to get the cover opening night.
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10-26-15 |
Baltimore Ravens +8.5 v. Arizona Cardinals |
|
18-26 |
Win
|
100 |
75 h 36 m |
Show
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Baltimore Ravens plus 8.5 Baltimore has had issues galore to for the first half of the NFL season. But to say they should be 8.5 point underdogs is a bit of a stretch. Arizona has stumbled in two of their last three games and seem to be having issues on both sides of the football. All of Baltimore's losses have been close affairs and winnable games in the fourth quarter. As stated in a prior column, Arizona's strong home record under Carson Palmer and Bruce Arians at 12-3 is impressive. Before this season the Cardinals were only 4.5 point favorites or higher just once during that span. Oddsmaker's have adjusted to the public and sharp money that has been coming in on Arizona this season. Grab Baltimore to play another competitive game win or lose and stay within the number.
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10-25-15 |
Philadelphia Eagles +3 v. Carolina Panthers |
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16-27 |
Loss |
-105 |
51 h 36 m |
Show
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Philadelphia Eagles +3 Earlier in the week my mindset was to take the streaking Carolina Panthers. But upon further review I’ll grab the points with the Philadelphia Eagles. Sometimes matchups just don’t bode well for an opponent and I believe that to be the case for Carolina here. Tempo has been dictated by the Panthers in the majority of games this season especially in second halves. Second halves are where the Eagles thrive on Chip Kelly’s adjustments. The Eagles have momentum and confidence with the NFC East division in their hands after a poor start. Look for the Eagles to play a great brand of football and play similar to last year’s performance against the Panthers.
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10-25-15 |
Oakland Raiders +4 v. San Diego Chargers |
|
37-29 |
Win
|
100 |
46 h 12 m |
Show
|
Oakland Raiders +4 Philip Rivers has done a fantastic job at this stage in his career at keeping the Chargers afloat. But sooner or later it has to take its toll on the veteran. He has an inefficient run game and the Chargers defense is extremely vulnerable. Oakland can utilize a simplistic game plan with the run and passing attack to keep this game close. San Diego has difficulty pulling away from teams and that’ll leave a fourth quarter opportunity for the Raiders. Expect a kneel down cover or the Raiders to win this outright.
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10-24-15 |
Colorado +2 v. Oregon State |
|
17-13 |
Win
|
100 |
34 h 8 m |
Show
|
In the late Pac-12 matchups we’ll overlook Stanford vs Washington for the Colorado vs Oregon State game. Both teams are on the bottom level of the Pac-12 but have ingredients in place to move upward. Colorado has the edge in leadership while Oregon State has an abundance of freshman learning on the go. All of the veterans on Colorado have endured an abysmal record in the Pac-12, with the majority being landslide losses to top level teams. Winning a conference game means the world to the upperclassmen and head coach of Colorado. It won’t be easy but we’ll look for the Buffaloes to grab the road win and cover the small line of plus 2. Play Colorado +2
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10-24-15 |
South Alabama v. Texas State -3 |
|
18-36 |
Win
|
100 |
31 h 36 m |
Show
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In this late evening Sun Belt conference matchup we’ll back the home team in Texas State against a reeling South Alabama team. South Alabama is coming off extended rest after losing to Arkansas State in a Tuesday matchup a week and a half ago. They’ve had poor play lately from the quarterback position. Texas State is a disciplined enough team at home to have the edge in the turnover battle. That’ll be the difference in the final result and land us a cover with Texas State. Play Texas State -3
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10-24-15 |
Indiana v. Michigan State -16.5 |
|
26-52 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 58 m |
Show
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Play Michigan State -16.5 Michigan State has been horrid ATS and is coming off of a freak win against Michigan. The win finally shook their ATS woes but also kept them in the hunt for a BCS championship. I think it will spark the Spartans against an Indiana team that has been playing above their capability. The Spartans style of play bodes well for an ATS cover here. A few big plays with their offense and a grind it out style that pours it on in the second half. Grab Michigan State
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10-24-15 |
Clemson v. Miami (Fla) +7.5 |
|
58-0 |
Loss |
-110 |
24 h 37 m |
Show
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Clemson is one of those teams that yearly has had the possibility of representing in a BCS bowl. But ACC conference play usually targets them for a critical loss. While the Miami Hurricane program is no where to the level it use to be, it is by no means a down program. They have talent and will be ready to battle Clemson in hopes of derailing their season. 7.5 is far too many points in my opinion. Look for the Hurricane to battle just as hard as they did against Florida State. Grab the 7.5. Play Miami +7.5
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10-24-15 |
Houston -21.5 v. Central Florida |
|
59-10 |
Win
|
100 |
23 h 27 m |
Show
|
It’s not often you see a road team as steep favorites. Yet that’s the case with Houston. Houston made the switch to quarterback Greg Ward Jr. in this exact matchup last season. John O’Korn has since transferred to Michigan, but the move has proved to be one of the top decisions any division one program has made. Ward’s averaging over 70% on pass completions and over 100 yards rushing in each game. Those believing that Central Florida will be able to respond in a big way better take a look at the poor play during their 0-7 start. A loss to FCS Furman and a mountain of points giving up to UConn and Tulane. Grab Houston. Play Houston -21.5
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10-20-15 |
UL-Lafayette +7.5 v. Arkansas State |
|
27-37 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 2 m |
Show
|
10/20 05:00 PM CF (301) UL - LAFAYETTE VS (302) ARKANSAS STATE edit
Take: (301) UL - LAFAYETTE
Reason: Play UL Lafayette plus 7.5 Tonight in the Sun Belt conference, Arkansas State will look to build upon last week's come from behind win against South Alabama. Freddie Knighton returning to the lineup was vital for an offense that struggled without him. Yet, defensively Arkansas State has been struggling. I'll side with the points here on a high number with Lafayette.
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10-19-15 |
NY Giants +5 v. Philadelphia Eagles |
|
7-27 |
Loss |
-105 |
75 h 22 m |
Show
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Giants +5 The NY Giants travel to face their division rivals the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night football. The division has had its typical parity with the Giants leading the division by one game over Dallas, Philadelphia, and Washington. To see the Giants as a road dog here is quite surprising. They do have some injury concerns but their defense has been playing well and the Eagles just have not been consistent enough to back on this steep of a line. Eli Manning and Tom Coughlin together are 30-14-2 ATS in the month of October. They’ll grab another cover here Monday night.
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10-18-15 |
New England Patriots v. Indianapolis Colts +9.5 |
|
34-27 |
Win
|
100 |
51 h 23 m |
Show
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Colts +9.5 This spread in August was -3 on the Colts side against the Patriots. It opened at 7 and has shot up to as high as 11 in some markets. There comes a point in time in any market where saturation becomes too much. This is probably that highest moment of any game this NFL season. For the first time this season the Patriots are not receiving buyback on the opposing team, as was the case against the Steelers, Bills, Jaguars, and Cowboys. Boiling down those opponents they faced a backup quarterback in Brandon Weeden, a first year starter in Tyrod Taylor, a struggling second year quarterback in Blake Bortles, and did not cover week one against the Steelers. The Colts will finally play a competitive game against the Patriots and cover this inflated number.
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10-18-15 |
Carolina Panthers +7.5 v. Seattle Seahawks |
|
27-23 |
Win
|
100 |
39 h 8 m |
Show
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10/18 01:05 PM NFL (267) CAROLINA PANTHERS VS (268) SEATTLE SEAHAWKS edit
Take: (267) CAROLINA PANTHERS
Reason: Play Carolina plus 7.5 Carolina is coming off a bye week and travels to Seattle. This matchup has featured some solid close matchups over the years. This point spread is head scratching to me as the Panthers are undefeated and the Seahawks have yet to showcase proper balance on offense and defense. Ron Rivera has the Panthers playing at a higher confidence than he has his entire tenure there. With Newton's development as a leader I believe the Panthers will stay in this game. They've seen Russ Wilson enough times to be prepared for his improvisational plays. Grab the Panthers.
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