*3 Star Early Bird Total* The Niagara Purple Eagles and the Central Michigan Chippewas are two of the worst offenses in all of basketball. The under is 16-7 in C. Michigan's games and the under is 15-9 in Niagara's games this year. The under is an amazing 12-1 in Central Michigan's 13 road games. You won't want to watch this game, but I like the value on the under.

*3 Star Full Court Press* Both of these teams like to press and push the tempo at every opportunity. Earlier this year Iowa State lost 87-54 to Missouri, and I have a feeling they'll be looking for revenge here. Iowa State is much better on their home floor, and I expect a good game this time around. The Cyclones shot 27% last time, and Missouri only shot 43.6% despite scoring 87 points. I like the over.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The UMKC Kangaroos (yes they actually are the Kangaroos) are a team that prefers to play the game at a slow pace, but they have often been forced into a faster pace by their foes in the Summit League. Western Illinois is the slowest paced team in the league, and they will want to make this a halfcourt game. Both teams are most comfortable in this type of game, so I think that is what we will see in this one. The first time these two met this year the final was 55-46, and the total number of shots from the floor was only 92. The under is 22-8-1 in Western Illinois' last 31 games overall. I think this will be an ugly game that stays close and low-scoring throughout. Take the under.

*3 Star Big 12 Bookie BEATDOWN* The Nebraska Cornhuskers are a fairly good team this year, and they are very good at controlling the tempo of the game. Oklahoma is without a real star this year, and while this team scraps and hustles, it is difficult for them to put up a lot of points. Nebraska is one of the better defenses in the league, and they should keep this game in the halfcourt. Neither team gets to the line very often at all, which is certainly helpful to the cause. The under is 10-2-1 in Oklahoma's last 13 home games. I think this one stays around 120. I like the under.

*3 Star Missouri Valley Totals TAKEDOWN* The Southern Illinois Salukis are a team that is very limited on the offensive end. The way that they can stay competitive in games right now is to clamp down on the defensive end, which they do pretty well at home. The Indiana State Sycamores will be without one of their leading scorers, Jake Kelly, in this game. These two teams have a nice history of slowing things down when they play each other. The under is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings between these two. I like this one to stay under the posted total.

*3 Star Hidden GEM Total* The Iona Gaels have earned the distinction as the fastest paced team in the MAAC. Iona pushes the pace and forces you to keep up with their ability to score. They are averaging 62 shots per game in their last four games, which shows you how effectively they push the tempo. Manhattan is an interesting team because I successfully played some 'unders' with them earlier this year, but they appear to be playing to the opponent's pace of late. Last game against Siena they put up 84 points in a big home win. In their meeting against Iona last time, they lost 85-67. I expect Iona to get a lead early in this game, which will keep Manhattan from slowing this one down. I like the over.

*3 Star Horizon Hot Total* The Detroit Titans are coming off a couple tough road losses to Valpo and Butler. Detroit thrives on their ability to push the tempo and get to the basket. They have a perfect opponent in this game to try to regroup against. Youngstown State is a very poor road team (0-12) and Youngstown is allowing 80 points per game on the road. The over is 10-2 in Detroit's 12 home games this year. The over is 7-4 in Youngstown's last 11 road games. Expect Detroit to take out some frustration in this one and put up a lot of points. I like the over.

*3 Star Under the Radar Total* The St. Louis Billikens control the tempo better than anyone else in the Atlantic 10, and St. Bonaventure is really a team that likes to slow things down this year as well. This is the type of game that I see being played in the halfcourt, with neither team putting up more tahn 50 shots or so from the floor. The under is 4-0 in St. Bonaventure's last 4 games. The under is 5-2 in St. Louis' last 7 games on the road. I like this one to stay under the posted total.

*3 Star NBA Play of the Day* The Golden State Warriors aren't quite the run and gun team they were the last couple years. Keith Smart has his team focuses a little more on defense and getting a solid look on the offensive end. New Orleans is one of the best defenses in the NBA, and they will do everything they can to slow the tempo of the game down. These two teams met in Golden State on January 26 and the final was 112-103. Take a look at the box score though and you'll see that the Hornets shot 62% in that game. Golden State also shot 51%. I'm counting on the teams reverting to a normal shooting percentage in this game. Last game the over/under was set at 198, so we are getting a nice value on the under. The under is 6-1 in Golden State's last 7. The under is 19-9 in New Orleans' last 28 road games. I like the under in this one.

*3 Star MAC Totals TAKEDOWN* The Western Michigan Broncos have really sped up their pace over the last few weeks. The 'over' is 15-5-1 in their 21 lined games this year, and it is 20-8 in their last 28 road games. Northern Illinois is a solid 'over' team because of their tendency to run and get to the foul line a lot, as well as their tendency to give up easy layups on a consistent basis. I expect quite a few trips to the line since both teams foul frequently. This game should be close the whole way, which should help push it over the posted total at the end. I like the over.

*3 Star Hidden GEM Totals Winner* The James Madison Dukes are a team that can score in bunches. The Dukes have several very good three-point shooters, which is perfect in this matchup since Towson is awful at guarding beyond the arc. James Madison put up 99 points on Towson in their first meeting. Towson is a team I like playing the 'over' with because of their tendency to run when given the opportunity, and their inability to get stops defensively. I think Towson will score at home, but I still think James Madison will get lots of uncontested shots. The over is 11-4 in Towson's last 15 home games. The over is 17-8 in JMU's last 25 road games. Take the over.

*3 Star Under the Radar Total* The Delaware Blue Hens lost two of their top four players a couple weeks ago, and they have struggled on the offensive end since then. Northeastern has had eight straight games go over the posted total, which I think gives us a nice value on the 'under' in this one. The first time these two played the line was set at 124.5 and the final score was 54-52. This time we get a higher line and both teams still play at a very slow pace. Neither team gets to the line very often. I like this one to stay in the halfcourt and I like the under.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The NC Greensboro Spartans have decided to start playing a helter skelter style of basketball. It has helped them win five of their last nine games overall. Miami is a team that plays against a lot of tough defenses in the ACC, and I think they'll love going up against this Greensboro defense that will give up easy looks all night long. The over is 8-0 in Greensboro's last 8 games. The over is 3-0 in Miami's last 3. I think Greensboro will push the tempo right from the start and Miami will score in bunches. I like the over in this game.

*3 Star Hidden GEM Total* The Tennessee State Tigers give up 74.2 points per game on the road. Tennessee Tech is averaging 76.8 points per game on their home floor, but they also allow 77.5 points per game at home. These two met earlier this year and the total finished at 136, but the shooting percentages were terrible. I expect this matchup to bring a little higher shooting percentages, and more made free throws in what should be a hotly contested game. Both of these get to the line often, and both have solid shooting percentages for the season as a whole. I think this game gets to about 150, so I like the value on the over in this one.

*3 Star NBA Play of the Day* The Atlanta Hawks have actually picked up the pace again of late, but their shooting percentages have been poor. They have shot just 40 and 41% in their last two games, but I expect that figure to improve against Detroit on Monday night. The Pistons are an interesting team in that they allow more points per game at home than they do on the road, but they also score much more at home. This has led to a record of 20-7 to the over at home for Detroit so far this year. Last time these two met the game was lined at 186.5 and it went under (183), but Atlanta was without Joe Johnson in that game. I like Atlanta to be able to put up at least 95 in this one, and Detroit has been able to put up points at home this year. I like the value on the over at this low number.

*3 Star Big Monday Total DOMINATION* The Big East is a stacked conference, and West Virginia and Syracuse are both in the middle of the logjam in the standings. Both teams need this win pretty badly. Both of these teams slow the tempo down and like to play a halfcourt style game. Neither team has good three-point shooters and neither team gets to the charity stripe that often. The Syracuse zone often forces the game to slow down and forces the opposition to try more threes than normal, which will likely force West Virginia out of their gameplan. The Mountaineers are only averaging 64.5 points per game on the road this year, and Syracuse gives up just 62.9 points per game. I look for this to be a game where the total shots from the floor stays around 100, and the teams keep the pace quite slow. I like the under.

*3 Star ESPNU Total DOMINATION* The Southern Illinois Salukis are coming off a huge victory at Wichita State. They now travel to Creighton to take on the Blue Jays, who are 12-3 at home. Both of these teams are pretty good defensively, and they both play at a very slow tempo. The first time these two met this year the score was 72-66, but that was in overtime. In regulation the score was 57-57. Interestingly, despite the low score in that game both teams actually shot the ball pretty well from the floor. I expect the two defenses to be good tonight, and I expect this game to stay in the halfcourt. I like the under in this one.

*3 Star Duke/Miami GUARANTEED Cash* The Duke Blue Devils actually average more points per game on the road than at home. Miami is a team in desperate need of a big win, and I think they'll come with their best effort tonight. Both teams get a lot of offensive rebounds, so their should be plenty of second chance opportunities in this one. These two only scored 137 in their first meeting, but both teams shot below their normal shooting percentages, and there weren't that many free throws taken. I expect a few more of the three-pointers to fall today, and I expect a very physical game with quite a few fouls. I like the value on the over in this game.

*3 Star NBA on ABC Magic/Lakers SMASHER* The Los Angeles Lakers are playing great basketball on their current "Grammy" road trip. The Lakers have really stepped it up on the defensive end of late, which was key to their wins in Boston and New York. The under is 33-21 in the Lakers 54 games this year. The under is 35-14-2 in their last 51 Sunday games. The under is 5-0 in Orlando's last 5. The under is 35-15-1 in their last 51 Sunday games. Sunday afternoon games tend to be played at a bit slower pace, which I think will help this one stay under the posted total. I like both defenses to play well here. Take the under.

*3 Star Late Night Totals TAKEDOWN* The Long Beach State 49ers have more offensive talent than any other team in the Big West. Long Beach State does give up a ton of easy layups on the defensive end. CS Northridge takes it to the basket well, but their defense is atrocious. The first time these two met they finished at 156, and I think that is a pretty solid projection for where this game might end as well. Neither team will be wanting to slow the game down here, and neither defense is capable of putting together too many stops in a row. I like the over.

*3 Star Bailout Total Special* The Pacific Tigers play slower than almost anyone in college basketball. At times, they shoot the three-ball extremely well and it pushes their game over the posted total. Last time these two teams met, Pacific hit 11 out of 17 three-pointers. I think its unlikely the Tigers will connect on such a ridiculously high percentage of three's again today. When these two met before the total was set at 123, so I think the line being so much higher here gives us a nice value on the under. Take the under and expect more normal shooting percentages here.

*5 Star Top Play CRUSHER* The Utah State Aggies lost for the first time in conference play in more than a year this past week. I fully expect the Aggies to come out ready to prove a point in this game, and I think they'll prove their point on the defensive end. The last three times Utah State has played Fresno they have absolutely shut them down. Fresno State has scored 43, 39, and 39 points in their last three meetings with Utah State. Utah State is allowing only 55 points per game at home on the year. I think the pace stays slow here, and I think Fresno State will have to work to get any good looks at all. Utah State's defense should be impressive tonight. Take the under.

*3 Star NCAA Low Scoring Special* The Jacksonville State Gamecocks are horrible on the offensive end, especially on the road. This is at Murray State, and the Racers are allowing only 55.8 points per game at home. This is the type of game where Jacksonville State may struggle to get to 50 points. Murray State slows the tempo down much more than they used to, so I don't expect them to run up the score here. I like the under.

*3 Star MVC Bookie CRUSHER* The Bradley Braves have decided to pick up the pace over the last few games, and it has actually helped them win a couple league games. Evansville is a team that has shown they are willing to run against teams that allow them to push the tempo. Both teams get to the foul line often, which should help our chances here. The over is 5-1 in Evansville's last 6 games. The over is 6-1 in Bradley's last 7. Last time these two met they scored 137, and I expect a similar final total in this one. I like the value on the over in this game.

*3 Star CUSA Cash Special* The UAB Blazers are a very solid team. I think UAB is dangerous because of their strong defense. In their last two games UAB held Tulane and Marshall, two pretty decent teams, to just 39 and 48 points respectively. Rice struggles mightily on the offensive end on the road (60.6 points per game on the road this year). The under is 34-16-2 in Rice's last 52 road games. The under is 11-5 in UAB's last 16 home games. I don't think Rice has the firepower to put up too many on UAB, and I expect a slow tempo. Take the under.

*3 Star Under the Radar SMASHER* Tennessee-Martin is not a good team at all, but that doesn't keep them from pushing the tempo of the game. Tennessee Tech plays faster than anyone else in the OVC, so they will be glad to run and gun. Last time these two played the game went into triple overtime and I expect this one to be close as well. Both teams get to the line often, and both defenses give up a lot of easy layups. I like this one to get to at least 150. Take the over.

*3 Star NCAA Totals Terrorizer* The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been a terrific 'under' team at home the last couple years. The under is 26-9 in their last 35 home games. Oklahoma State isn't very strong offensively this year without James Anderson. The Cowboys are much more likely than in past years to get into a defensive battle. I think Nebraska slows this game down to a crawl, and both defenses step up to the task here. I like this one to stay around 120. Take the under.

*3 Star MAC Hidden GEM Total* The Central Michigan Chippewas aren't a team you'll want to watch, but they have been great to 'under' bettors this year. I prefer to play the under on their road games, but this number was such a nice value that I had to take the under in this one. Neither team pushes the tempo at all, and both are very bad offensively. The under is 16-5 in Central Michigan's last 21 games overall. Expect a halfcourt game with some ugly shooting numbers. I like the under.

*3 Star Total DOMINATION* The BYU Cougars can score points in bunches, and Utah is a perfect team for them to light up the scoreboard against. The Utes like to push the tempo, and they aren't very good defensively. BYU put up 104 points on Utah on the road earlier this year, and I wouldn't be surprised to see BYU put 90 or more again in this one. Jimmer Fredette should get plenty of good looks from deep, and the rest of this BYU offense is underrated as well. I had this line projected at 160, so I really like the value on the over!

*3 Star Tennessee/Florida Total DOMINATION* The Florida Gators are a defensive-minded team this year. Tennessee no longer pushes the pace like they did a couple years ago. The under is 8-0 in Tennessee's last 8 games overall. The under is 17-7 in Florida's last 24 Saturday games. These two met and went over the posted total earlier this year, but both teams shot a very high percentage from the floor. I expect the shooting numbers to level off and I like the under in this game.

*3 Star Big 12 Totals Takedown* The Kansas Jayhawks aren't afraid to put up a big number on the scoreboard. Kansas should get all kinds of second-chance opportunities in this game, and I think they'll shred apart Iowa State's defense. Iowa State pushes the tempo as much as anyone in the conference, and they should be able put up enough points to help this one go over the posted total. I like the over here.

*5 Star NCAA BB Top Total* The NC Greensboro Spartans are a very bad basketball team, but they sure love to push the tempo. College of Charleston is a team I've followed closely this year, and they are one of the most efficient offensive teams in the country. Andrew Goudelock can go off and put up 30 points in any given game. NC Greensboro has actually won four of their last seven games, and all 7 of those games have gone over the posted total. The Spartans have found that making the game's tempo extremely fast helps their chances. I think Charleston will put up a very big number here, and this one goes well over the posted total. Take the over.

*3 Star TGIF NBA Bookie CRUSHER* By now you all know the Cavs have lost a record 25 straight games. Cleveland is horrible about giving up wide open looks, but they do have a way of forcing some turnovers and getting quick buckets off them. The Cavs three-point defense is atrocious. Opponents are hitting an amazing 43% from long-distance against Cleveland. Another big weakness for the Cavaliers is rebounding. The Clippers have a terrific offensive rebounding team, and I expect guys like Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan to get lots of second chance opportunities in this game. The Clippers defense has been really bad on the road, and I think the Cavs will be fighting hard in this one. The over is 9-3-1 in the Clippers last 13 road games. The over is 5-0 in Cleveland's last 5 home games. I like the over in this game.

*3 Star Under the Radar Total* The Denver Pioneers are an interesting team, because they basically just kill the clock all possession long, but they are pretty efficient on offense. Florida Atlantic is the best defensive team in the Sun Belt, and they slow the tempo as well. I expect this to be the type of game where the total number of shots from the floor is well under 100. Florida Atlantic will extend their defense to try and prevent Denver from getting comfortable beyond the arc. Neither team gets second chance opportunities so it should be one and done in this game. I like this one to stay very low scoring. Take the under.

*3 Star Pac 10 Bookie CRUSHER* The Cal Golden Bears have decided to just start running more than ever of late, which plays right into Washington's hands. Washington is coming off a three game losing streak on the road, and they'll want to get healthy in this game. I think Washington will fly up and down the floor in this one, and it wouldn't surprise me to see Washington score 90-95 points in this game. The over is 13-3-1 in Cal's last 17 games. The over is 8-3 in Washington's last 11 home games. The over is 8-1 in the last 9 meetings between these two. Take the over.

*3 Star NCAA BB Totals Takedown* The Arkansas State Red Wolves struggle to score, especially on the road. Louisiana Monroe is one of the worst teams in the Sun Belt, and they basically stall and attempt to win a close game at the end. Arkansas State beat La. Monroe 62-61 earlier this year in Jonesboro. Interestingly, even though they only got to 123 points in that game, both teams shot better than their season average from the floor. I think this game stays in the halfcourt and goes down to the wire again. I like this one to stay near 120 points. Take the under.

*3 Star NCAA BB Best Bet* The Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles have a way of speeding up the game against everyone they play. Through most of the year, Murray State has played at a slow tempo, but they have sped up at times lately. Murray State put up 92 points against TN Tech the first time, and they scored 96 and 92 against SE Missouri State and Tennessee-Martin at home in the last few weeks. Tennessee Tech gives up 75 points per game on the year. I think Murray State will get to 80 points in this one, and I believe Tennessee Tech gets to the mid 60's at least. I really like the over in this game.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The Detroit Titans push the tempo more than any other team in the Horizon League. Detroit's Ray McCallum can get to the basket and the free throw line very often. Valparaiso went into Detroit and beat the Titans earlier this year, and I think Detroit will be fired up to try to get revenge here. Valparaiso is very tough at home, and they have a couple guys in Brandon Wood and Erik Buggs who can score in bunches. I expect this to be a tight game throughout, and I think there will be a lot of trips to the charity stripe. I think this one has a good chance to get to about 150, so I like the over.

*3 Star Sun Belt Super Total* The Troy Trojans are a team that blazes up and down the floor no matter who they play against. South Alabama is a team that has shown they often play to the style of their opponent. The Jaguars of South Alabama average 76 points per game at home and Troy allows 80.5 points per game. The over is 14-5 in Troy's 19 lined games this year and the over is 5-2 in South Alabama's 7 home games. These two met earlier this year and the total finished at 161 despite average shooting numbers. I like the value on the over in this game.

*3 Star Texas/Oklahoma Bookie BEATDOWN* Any idea who has the #1 ranked defense in the country? It is indeed the Texas Longhorns. Rick Barnes' team has some great talents on offense as well, but the reason they are consistently winning is their great defense. The under is 7-2 in Texas' last 9 road games. The under cashed in easily in the Longhorns meeting with Oklahoma earlier this year. I just don't see the Sooners putting up more than 60 points or so against this Texas team. I like the under in this one.

*3 Star Missouri Valley Total* Illinois State has been an 'under' machine at home of late. This year the under is 12-2 in their 14 home games. The under is 20-6 in their last 26 home games dating back to last year. Illinois State controls the tempo much more at home, which should mean this game stays in the halfcourt. Indiana State doesn't have the great shooters to light it up from the outside very often, and I think this game will end up being a slow paced tight game all the way throughout. Take the under.

*3 Star NBA Play of the Day* The New York Knicks are a team that often settles for the three-pointer quite often, which can hurt them at times. The Clippers allow opponents to shoot 37.6% from beyond the arc, so I think the Knicks three-point shooting will be a plus in this game. The Clippers should get plenty of second chance opportunities against a Knicks team that struggles on the defensive glass. The first meeting between these two finished at 239 points earlier this year, but I don't think the shooting numbers will be that high once again. Having said that, I think there is a good chance this game gets to 220 points, so I like the value on the over.

*3 Star Hiddem GEM Total* The Towson Tigers are a team I really like to play the 'over' with. Towson forces the tempo and they have a terrible defense. Northeastern has typically been a slow paced team, but in their last couple games they have sped up quite a bit. Northeastern shoots three's very well, and Towson is one of the worst in the nation at defending beyond the arc. The over is 7-1 in Northeastern's 8 home games this year. I think this one gets into the mid 140's, so I like the value on the over.

*3 Star MAC Totals Takedown* The Ball State Cardinals are a defensive-minded team. They have had a couple high-scoring games recently, but that has been because their shooting percentages have been extremely high. Ball State typically attempts to slow down the game, and Bowling Green is a fairly slow paced team as well. I think the possession count will be pretty low in this one, and I think the fact that both teams struggle from beyond the arc will make this one a low-scoring affair. I like this one to stay in the low 120's. Take the under.

*3 Star Under the Radar Totals Winner* The College of Charleston Cougars are a team I've watched closely this year. Charleston can score points in bunches, and they have a very efficient offense. Elon is a team that likes to push the tempo and I don't think Charleston will attempt to slow things down at all. Elon has no one that matches up well against Charleston's primary scorer, Andrew Goudelock. Goudelock is more than capable of putting up 30 points in a game. I think Elon will play spirited in front of the home crowd, but they'll have to put up points to stick with Charleston. I like the over.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The Clemson Tigers are a completely different team this year. Gone is Oliver Purnell's pressing fast-paced team and in is Brad Brownell's defensive-minded slow paced style of basketball. Boston College actually plays at a pretty slow pace as well, but their shooting numbers are very good on the year. I think Clemson will play solid defense tonight and hold them below their season average. The first time these two met the teams shot very well and there were a ton of free throw attempts, which pushed it up to 144 points. I think at home Clemson will control the tempo and make this a halfcourt game. The under is 4-0 in Clemson's last 4. Take the under in this ACC battle.

*3 Star NBA Total DOMINATION* The Minnesota Timberwolves and Houston Rockets may be the two fastest paced teams in the NBA right now. The positive also is that both of these teams get to the free throw line early and often. Kevin Martin is instant offense for the Rockets, and Kevin Love and the Timberwolves get a lot of second chance opportunities. These two teams have met twice this year and the total finished at 214 and 254 points. Who will want to slow this game down? I just don't see either team slowing the pace. As long as the shooting percentages are decent I think this one gets over the posted total. I like the over!

*3 Star NBA Bookie CRUSHER* The Toronto Raptors are struggling mightily on offense right now. The Bucks have picked up their defensive intensity a lot over the last couple weeks. Milwaukee's games average just 181 points on their home floor. The Raptors shooting percentages have been terrible, and they push it less right now since Bayless and Barbosa are hurt. The Bucks defense should hold the Raptors down in this one, and I think Milwaukee will make sure the pace stays quite slow. These two met on January 28th and the game went over, but the shooting percentages were extremely high (Milwaukee shot 55.3% from the floor) and there were 63 free throws attempted. I think the value is on the under in this game.

*3 Star NCAA BB Total Moneymaker* The Central Michigan Chippewas have been a team I've followed closely this year. I have cashed in several times on the 'under' in their games. The under is 11-1 in their 12 lined road games this year. Central Michigan is averaging 48.7 points per game in their last six road contests. They are playing a Buffalo team that can certainly score at home, but I think the oddsmakers have adjusted the total higher for that. Buffalo should hold Central Michigan down defensively, and I'm guessing they have a pretty good lead at the end and we'll avoid the late fouls. Take the under.

*3 Star Hidden GEM Totals Winner* Both of these teams struggle mightily on the offensive end. Jacksonville State is the slowest paced team in the Ohio Valley Conference. When these two got together a couple weeks ago, the total finished at 131, but that was with an 85 point second half and tons of fouling at the end of the game. I actually think that game is giving us some improved value on the 'under' in this one. I don't expect either team to push the tempo in this one, and the shooting percentages should drop from their last meeting as well. I like the value on the under here.

*3 Star NBA Play of the Day* Until the Cavaliers show they can play just a little bit of defense it seems fair to lean toward the 'over' in their games. Six of their last seven games have gone above this posted total. The Mavericks are on a roll right now, having won eight games in a row. Nowitzki appears to be healthy once again, and I think he'll have a field day tonight. Peja Stojakovic is expected to make his Dallas debut tonight, and I think he'll find plenty of open looks from three in this one. Cleveland will force the tempo as they always do, and they'll probably get beat badly once again. I think Dallas puts up 110 points or more in this one. Take the over.

*3 Star NCAA BB Totals Terrorizer* The Eastern Illinois Panthers are without one of their best offensive players, Tyler Laser. Eastern Illinois is a team that likes to keep the tempo very slow, and Murray State has done the same thing this season. In their first meeting this year, Eastern Illinois stunned Murray State on the road. Murray State will definitely be looking for revenge here. I think Eastern Illinois will struggle to score in this game. In their last five contests, EIU is averaging just 61 points per game. I think the pace here stays slow, and the two teams shoot a little worse than they did in the first meeting this year. The under is 38-18-1 in Eastern Illinois' last 57 games overall. I like this one to stay under.

*3 Star Pitt/West Virginia Total DOMINATION* This rivalry game always brings out the best in both teams. Pittsburgh will be without their leading scorer, Asthon Gibbs, and I think that will definitely disrupt their offense. West Virginia has become a very good defensive team this year, but they struggle on the offensive end. Casey Mitchell may be their best player, but his minutes are being limited now because of off the court issues. I think this is the type of game where the pace stays very slow because of the absence of Gibbs, and I think both teams will struggle from the floor as well. The under is 6-2 in Pitt's last 8 road games. The under is 5-0 in West Virginia's last 5. I expect a hard-fought defensive battle in this one. Take the under.

*3 Star Super Bowl Bookie BEATDOWN* The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Green Bay Packers will meet for Super Bowl 45. This should be a terrific game between two very deserving teams. The first thing that struck me about this game is how strong the two defenses are. The Steelers are first in the league in points per game allowed and the Packers are second.

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers have a very good offense. I think the Packers will be able to throw the ball some on the Steelers, but in the end their lack of a running game against the top ranked rushing defense in the league will make them awfully one-dimensional. If the Packers are too one-dimensional the Steelers certainly have the front seven capable of getting after Rodgers. On other side, Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers offense is a more balanced attack. Rashard Mendenhall will probably get his yards here, and I think Pittsburgh will do their best to run it pretty often in this game. Green Bay has a great pass rush and the Steelers offensive line has struggled with teams like this all year.

The Packers games with the Bears and the high-flying Eagles both stayed well under this total. The Steelers lit up the scoreboard against the Ravens, but their game with the Jets stayed under this posted total. The under is 5-1 in the last six Super Bowl games. I like the value on the under in this one!

*3 Star College Hoops Total Domination* The Wisconsin Badgers are probably my single favorite team to bet an 'under' with. Bo Ryan's team using the shot clock more than anyone in the country, and they play solid defense as well. Michigan State was the preseason #2 team in the country, and they have been absolutely terrible this year. The Spartans have turned the ball over constantly, and they have been an absolute mess in the halfcourt. Wisconsin is the type of team that forces you to play at their pace and style of game, which is slow and of the halfcourt variety. The first time these two teams got together the game went over the total, but only because the game went into overtime. In regulation the score was 53-53. The under is 5-1 in Michigan State's last 6 road games. The under is 24-11 in Wisconsin's last 35 Big Ten games. I like the under here.

*3 Star NCAA BB Late Night BAILOUT* The San Diego State Aztecs have one of the best defenses in the nation. TCU recently suspended their point guard, Ronnie Moss, who was the man who pushed the tempo for the team. I think TCU will slow down quite a bit now, and I really think TCU will struggle to score in this one. These two got together earlier this year and the final was 66-53. The under is 8-2 in SD State's last 10, and even their games against high octane offenses like BYU and Colorado State stayed under this total. I like the under in this one.

*3 Star Late Night Bookie BEATDOWN* The Nevada Wolfpack weren't very good at all to start the year, but they have improved, especially on the offensive end, largely because of Olek Czyz. Czyz has been eligible for the last few games, and he really helps their offense get rolling. San Jose State is a team that likes to run when given the opportunity, and Adrian Oliver is one of the leading scorers in the nation. Both teams get to the line frequently, and I expect this to be a close game with a lot of free throw attempts. The over is 7-2 in SJ State's last 9. The over is 7-1 in Nevada's last 8 home games. The over is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings. Take the over!

*3 Star OVC Over Play* The Morehead State Eagles have shown a slight tendency to speed up just a little over the last few games. Tennessee Tech pushes the pace more than any other team in the OVC. When these two met at Morehead State it ended 76-64 and the shooting percentages were not that good. The average Tenn. Tech home game has finished at 159 points this year. Morehead State will get lots of second chance opportunities, but Tennessee Tech should get lots of open looks from three. I like the over in this one.

*3 Star NCAA BB Totals Cash* The Wyoming Cowboys have all kinds of injuries right now. It is clear over the last few games that their strategy is to slow the tempo down and try to waste the clock on offense. Colorado State has a strong offense, but they haven't been as potent on the road. Wyoming played BYU last game and held the high-powered Cougars to just 69 points in a game that stayed way under the posted total. Games against Utah and New Mexico stayed well under the total, and those are teams that have a good offense. I think Wyoming's defense will be solid here, and they'll slow the tempo down plenty to help this one stay under the posted total.

*3 Star Pac 10 Totals Beatdown* The Washington State Cougars were embarrassed last game by the Oregon Ducks, and I fully expect them to come out ready to play in this one. Oregon State has turned into a team that likes to run and gun, and Washington State should be just fine with that. Klay Thompson is a great scorer and I expect him to put up a big number tonight. These two finished at 84-70 earlier this year, and the shooting percentages weren't terrific. I think we are getting a nice value on the over in this one.

*3 Star Track Meet Total* I just don't see either of these teams slowing the game down at all. The whole premise of Missouri's system is to cause the other team to run and force turnovers, and I think Colorado likes to do just the same. The first meeting between these two was 89-76, and the teams combined to shoot 8 for 27 from the three-point line. I think they'll improve their shooting a bit today and keep the pace that they had in the first meeting. Missouri could definitely put 90 points or more up in a game like this, and I think Colorado will get plenty for the over. I expect more than 160 points here. I really like the over in this one.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The Stanford Cardinal and the Arizona State Sun Devils are both teams that like to slow the game down and control the tempo. These two met earlier this year and the final score was 55-41. There were only a total of 93 shots taken from the field in that game. The line for that game was set at 121, and we are able to get the same line today. The under is 21-7-1 in Stanford's last 29 games. I think this one stays at 115 or lower. Take the under.

*3 Star Ivy League Totals Winner* The Columbia Lions have really decided to push the tempo this year, and I don't think the books have caught up with them just yet. Last night their game went well over the posted total, and Yale is a team that can score in bunches on their home court. I like the over in this game.

*3 Star Duke/NC State Total Beatdown* The Duke Blue Devils have the ability to put up 90 plus points every time out. They scored 92 last time against NC State, and I think they'll score 90 again this time. NC State has decided to push the tempo much more this season, and Duke will be just fine with that. Expect a fast paced game here, which should help push it over the posted total.

*3 Star NCAA BB Total Value* The Eastern Kentucky Colonels have been an 'under' machine on the road this year. The under is 10-1 in their 11 lined road games. They seem to slow the tempo down much more when they are on the road. Jacksonville State is not a good team at all, and they struggle to score. I think this is the type of game that is played in the halfcourt, with fewer than 100 shots total taken. I like this one to stay under the total here.

*3 Star Hidden Gem Totals Winner* The Kent State Golden Flashes may be the best team in the MAC this year, and they are very solid at home. Central Michigan is not good at all, and they struggle mightily to score on the road. The under is an amazing 10-1 in 11 lined road games this year. In their last four road games they have scored 56,55,38, and 43 points. The game where they scored 56 also included an overtime. Kent State's defense is strong, and I don't think either team will push the tempo here. I like this one to stay under because I think Kent State will hold C. Michigan to 50 points or fewer. Take the under.

*3 Star SEC Super Total* The Alabama Crimson Tide are one of the best defensive teams in the nation this year. Anthony Grant has this team playing great defense for 40 minutes each game. They are giving up just 57 points per game. Tennessee isn't too powerful offensively this year, and they will be without Scotty Hopson, who averages 17 points per game. The Volunteers are strong defensive, especially at home. I like this one to stay under the posted total.

*3 Star UNLV/BYU Totals Terrorizer* You've probably heard about Jimmer Fredette, but he truly is something special. The ability to shoot it from way downtown and take it to the hoop is very difficult to defend. Earlier this year BYU went into Las Vegas and poured it on against UNLV. The truth is, the shooting percentages in that game weren't too terribly high and they still got to a final of 89-77. BYU will run at every opportunity in this game, and both teams are good at getting to the line often. I expect UNLV to play inspired basketball and stick around for at least a while. I projected this one in the low 150's, so I like the value on the over.

*3 Star Horizon Hot Toal* The Detroit Titans are a team fully capable of putting up 80 points or more, especially on their home floor. Detroit is averaging 77 points per game at home this year. Loyola Chicago is a strange team in that they actually average more points per game on the road than they do at home, which bodes well for this over. These two met earlier this year and it was 83-71. I think another game close to 150 is quite likely here. Take the over.

*3 Star Atlantic 10 Totals Takedown* The Charlotte 49ers lost several key players earlier this year, but they have been able to battle back and pick up some nice wins (Tennessee, and Georgia Tech on the road) by playing tough defense. This team allows opponents to hit just 29% on three-pointers, and George Washington does rely on the three quite a bit. George Washington and Charlotte are two of the slower paced teams in the Atlantic 10, and when they get together I think we'll see a halfcourt game that stays under. Take the under here.

*3 Star Early Bird Totals Winner* The Oklahoma State Cowboys are a much less high-powered team on offense this year than they have been in recent years. This is a team that thrives on tough defense and playing a halfcourt game. Oklahoma is fairly efficient on offense, but they don't push the pace. I don't think either team has the personnel to push the tempo much in this one. I like this one to stay under 130, so I'm taking the under.

*3 Star West Coast Total Takedown* The San Diego Toreros are just a terrible team this year. They have been able to slow teams down a little better on their home floor so far this year, and I think this line is set at a generous price for the 'under'. Loyola is much more dangerous on offense at home, and I think San Diego has a shot to stay in this game all the way if they keep the tempo as slow as possible. I look for the Toreros to dictate the pace here. The under is 8-2 in San Diego's last 10 home games. Take the under.

*3 Star WAC Total Value* The San Jose State Spartans are a different team with a healthy Adrian Oliver, and right now he is back and fully healthy. Oliver is the best scorer in the league, and he helps this team push the tempo very well. Idaho is a much improved squad, and they play well on their home floor. These two have a history of playing high scoring games against each other in recent years. In fact, each of their last three meetings has gone above this posted total of 137 points. Expect a tight game with plenty of free throws. Take the over.

*3 Star Late Night Total BAILOUT* The UC Irvine Anteaters are a team I love playing the 'over' with this year. The team has changed their philosophy over the last year or so, and the books just haven't caught up to it yet. The over is 17-6-3 in UC Irvine's last 23 games overall. CS Fullerton is a much more dangerous team offensively on their home floor. The over is 8-3 in their last 11 home games. These two met and put up 163 a month ago, and I think another game close to 160 is pretty likely. I like the over here.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The Washington Huskies definitely know how to push the pace of a game, and Oregon State plays at a breakneck pace this year as well. In Washington earlier this year these two put up 175 points. While I don't expect that kind of output, when I saw this number I had to jump on the over in a big way. Oregon State's defense won't be able to contain Isiah Thomas, but Oregon State should put up some points on their home floor. I see this one getting to at least 158-160 points, so I like the value on the over.

*3 Star Sun Belt Super Total* The Florida International Golden Panthers love to push the tempo, and Troy can put up the points in a hurry on their home floor. These are probably the two fastest paced teams in the league, and when they get together I fully expect a very high scoring game. The over is 36-16-1 in Fla. International's last 53 games. The over is 10-3 in Troy's last 13 games. I think this one gets to at least 163 or 164 points, so I really like the over in this matchup.

*3 Star Heat/Magic Totals TAKEDOWN* The Miami Heat have shown the tendency to be willing to run a little bit more of late. Now that Wade and James are both healthy I think we might continue to see that a little more. Orlando is a much more powerful team offensively than they were at the beginning of the year. Brandon Bass is out of the lineup today, and I actually think that helps the over. Bass is a pretty good defender, and Ryan Anderson will start in his place. Anderson is a pure shooter from deep. The over is 9-3 in the Heat's last 12 games. The over is 5-1 in the Magic's last 6 games. I like the over in this one.

*3 Star Under Play of the Day* The Denver Pioneers have been a terrific 'under' play on the road for quite some time now. The under is 17-4-1 in their last 22 road games. These two teams did meet and score 142 last month, but that game went into overtime. I think Denver will slow the pace of this game to a crawl, and Little Rock's solid defense will make Denver struggle from beyond the arc. This is the type of game that has the potential to finish at 110 points or even lower. I like the value on the under in this one.

*3 Star Southern Conference Totals Winner* These two teams put up a huge total of 155 points in their first meeting, but that was way out of character and I don't think it will happen again. We've gotten some extra value on the under because of that game. The shooting percentages here should be much lower, and the pace of the game will slow down to their usual pace. I like the under.

*3 Star Duke/Maryland GUARANTEED Cash* This is a really big game for both Maryland and Duke. Duke is coming off a loss at St. John's and they'll need to bounce back. The Maryland Terrapins always play Duke tough, and I expect no different here. Both teams play at an extremely quick tempo. Both teams get offensive rebounds at a high rate, so second chance points should come in bunches. I expect this one to be close to the end, and fouling should put this one over the top. I like the over in this big ACC Showdown!

*3 Star Late Night BAILOUT Total* The Clemson Tigers play an entirely different style this year under Coach Brad Brownell. Clemson likes to slow it down and play tough defense. Virginia is led by Coach Bennett, who is all about slowing the game down and playing defense. I think this is the type of game where both teams will shoot 50 or less shots from the floor. The under is 6-1 in Virginia's last 7 home games. The under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between these two. Expect a low scoring game here. Take the under.

*3 Star MAC Bookie SMASHER* The Northern Illinois Huskies have a way of forcing their opponent to play at their tempo, especially at home. Northern Illinois likes to run and gun, and Bowling Green has been speeding up quite a bit in the last couple weeks. Both teams are terrible defensively and both do a lot of fouling. The over is 8-3 in Bowling Green's last 11 games. The over is 11-4 in Northern Illinois' last 15 home games. Take the over!

*3 Star Atlantic 10 Total Smasher* The Duquesne Dukes are one of the best teams in all of college basketball at pushing the tempo. George Washington has had some high scoring games on the road this year, and I think this will be another. The over is 7-3 in George Washington's last 10 road games. The over is 5-0 in Duquesne's last 5 overall. Duquesne forces more turnovers than anyone in college basketball, and I think they'll make this a helter skelter type of game, which should push this one over the posted total. Take the over.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The James Madison Dukes have a team that is capable of scoring in bunches. Last time they met up with William & Mary the final score was 84-79. Both teams shot well in that one, so it might not get that high this time around, but I think it should surpass the posted total. The over is 7-2 in James Madison's last 9 home games. Both teams hit the three ball pretty well, which should really help boost the points here. I like this one to top 140, so I really like the value on the over.

*3 Star NBA Bookie SMASHER* The Cavs and the Heat will meet up for the third time this year. Byron Scott is trying to implore his Cavs to play better defense, and they have been slightly better of late. I have no doubt that Miami could put up a lot of points here, but I really don't think Cleveland will score enough to get the over. Even Daniel Gibson, who has been their primary scorer is expected to miss the game tonight. Last time these two played in Miami it was 101-95. I expect Miami to get at least 101 today, but I don't think Cleveland will get above 90. The referee crew is a solid 'under' group as well. I look for this one to stay under the posted total.

*3 Star NBA Total DOMINATION* The Indiana Pacers fired Jim O'Brien on Sunday and they'll be led by Frank Vogel in this game. I've been watching this Indiana team steadily speed up their tempo over the last few weeks. At the beginning of the season they were winning with solid defense, but now they are back to running and gunning. In their last ten games, only once have they not put up at least 80 shots. The Raptors were embarrassed in Minnesota on Saturday and I would expect them to show some pride in this one. Earlier this year these two teams put up 224 total, and I think we are getting a nice value on the over here. Neither team will look to slow things down, and neither team plays much defense at this point. Take the over.

*3 Star Sunday Night ACC Totals Winner* The Maryland Terrapins and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have both been slowing the tempo down just a touch compared to what they were doing earlier this year. Georgia Tech allows only 59 points per game at home. Maryland is averaging just 66 and allowing only 56 per game on the road. The under is 5-0 in Maryland's last 5 road games. The under is 8-2 in Georgia Tech's last 10 home games. I think 140 is a very nice value on the under. Take the under in this ACC showdown.

*3 Star NCAA BB Totals Takedown* The under is 13-4 in Central Michigan's 17 games this year. This is a terrible team offensively and until they prove they can score, I'll keep taking the under in their games. I like the under here.

*3 Star Lakers/Celtics GUARANTEED Cash* The Celtics and Lakers will renew their rivalry in LA on Sunday afternoon. The Lakes are coming off a home loss to the Kings and the Celtics are coming off a beatdown at the hands of the Suns. If you look back at the last nine meetings between these two, only two of them have gone over this posted total. With Shaq in the lineup, the Celtics are a much slower paced team. This is also an early start on the West Coast, which tends to be helpful to the under. The under is 26-10 in the Lakers last 36 games overall. The under is 5-0 in the Celtics last 5 road games. I think this one stays below 180 because of a slow tempo and strong defense from both teams. Take the under.

*3 Star Hidden GEM Totals Winner* The Lipscomb Bison are a good team in the Atlantic Sun this year. Lipscomb likes to push the tempo of the game, and they average 83 points per game on their home floor. Florida Gulf Coast is one of the worst defensive team in the nation, and they allow 82 points per game on the road. I have this one projected in the low 150's, so I think we are getting a nice value on the over in this one.

*3 Star College Hoops Total DOMINATION* The Seton Hall Pirates have their star, Jeremy Hazell, back and healthy now. Seton Hall is a completely different team with him in the lineup. Hazell can score in bunches and he helps this team push the tempo on a consistent basis. Providence plays faster than anyone in the Big East, and they'll keep the pace moving in this one as well. These two met twice last year and the totals were 172 and 215! The number has been lowered because Seton Hall had lower games earlier this year, but now that they are back to full strength, I think this one sails over the total. Take the over!

*3 Star CUSA Totals Takedown* The UAB Blazers can slow the tempo down as well as anyone inside Conference USA. Central Florida started 14-0, but they've lost 5 straight games since. UCF only allows 55.8 points per game on their home floor, and UAB won't push the issue at all. The under is 10-4 in UAB's last 14 road games. The under is 10-2 in Central Florida's last 12 home games. I like the under in this one.

*3 Star Hidden GEM Totals Winner* Ronnie Moss was suspended from the TCU team earlier this week. Moss was arguably the Horned Frogs best player, but reports are that he wasn't playing team basketball. Moss was a one-man fastbreak on numerous occasions, which should mean this TCU team will slow down their tempo quite a bit without him in the lineup. Air Force will definitely try to slow the tempo down. I think this is the type of game that flies under the radar, but it is a hidden gem of a play because of Moss missing this game. The under is 8-2 in TCU's last 10, and this TCU team should play much slower. Take the under.

*3 Star Under the Radar Totals Winner* The Samford Bulldogs have always been a great 'under' play at home for the last few years. I think this is a great spot for the under. UNC Greensboro is coming off a double overtime loss on Thursday night and they likely will be a bit tired here. Samford will slow the game down and Greensboro probably won't try as hard to push the issue today. The trends look great in this one. The under is 8-3 in Greensboro's last 11 road games. The under is 17-5 in Samford's last 22 home games. I like this one to stay under 130, so I think this is a great value. Take the under.

*3 Star CUSA Cash Cow* Southern Miss has changed the way they play this year. They used to be a defensive slow it down type of team, but not anymore. They like to push the tempo and outscore their opponent. This is definitely true at home, where they average 84 points per game. The over is 4-0 in their 4 lined home games. The over is 9-4 in Tulane's last 13 road games. I like the over here.

*5 Star Top Play Totals TKO* The Wisconsin Badgers play at the slowest tempo of any team in all of college basketball. Penn State is ranked in the top 15 slowest teams in the nation as well. This has all the makings of a tough Big Ten battle that is as defensive as you'll see. How about some trends to back this one up? The 'under' is 16-6 in Wisconsin's last 22 road games. The under is 8-2 in Penn State's last 10 home games. The under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between these two. I think this one stays below 115 points, so I really like the value on the under. 5 Star top play on the under here.

*3 Star PAC 10 Totals BEATDOWN* There are several reasons to like this under. Neither of these teams play at a fast tempo at all, and both teams are strong defensively. The under is 19-7-2 in Arizona State's last 28 home games. Additionally, this game is an early 12:30 start time out West, which can help the under as well. I like this one to stay under the total.

*3 Star NCAA BB Totals Terrorizer* The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been a solid 'under' team for the last few years. This is a team with pretty good guard play and they like to control the ball and the tempo of the game. The difference this year is that Nebraska is extremely good on the defensive end of the floor. The Cornhuskers allow just 53 points per game on their home floor. Texas A&M is a solid team this year, and their strength is definitely their defense. The Aggies allow 59.5 points per game. Neither team will want to push the pace and both defend the three-ball well. The under is 25-8 in Nebraska's last 33 home games. The under is 7-2 in Texas A&M's last 9 road games. I like the under here.