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01-25-17 | UCLA v. USC +7 | Top | 76-84 | Win | 100 | 11 h 35 m | Show |
UCLA at USC 11:00 ET Trojans (+) over Bruins- UCLA may be ranked No. 7 in the nation but they just lost at home to Arizona and are just 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games in the Pac-12. This trend in counter-balanced by the fact the USC is 1-7 ATS in their last eight home games. As far as head-to-head action is concerned the Trojans swept all three meetings last season. Steve Alford the coaches son has been beaten off the dribble by quicker point guards and USC has enough of that to bring this one down to the final buzzer. Take SOUTHERN CAL! |
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01-25-17 | Raptors v. Grizzlies -6 | 99-101 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 21 m | Show | |
Toronto at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (-) over Raptors- The Raptors are hitting a rough patch as they have lost four straight along with three straight on the second half of back-to-back contests. Memphis has had three days to recover from their last Saturday to Houston will try and end a three-game losing streak to Toronto. DeMar DeRozan will sit out once again and the Raptors are just not the same threat without him. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-25-17 | 76ers v. Bucks -11 | 114-109 | Loss | -101 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (-) over 76ers- 'Break-up the 76ers' that my cry after they have posted nine wins in their last 12 contests. Philadelphia won against last night against the depleted L.A. Clippers. Joe Embiid who has added the spark and muscle needed for the 76ers since his return will be sitting out this game as it is the second of back-to-backs (he was also rested in last night's win). Milwaukee who is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings has budding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the way. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-25-17 | Rockets v. Celtics +3.5 | Top | 109-120 | Win | 100 | 9 h 55 m | Show |
Houston at Boston 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Rockets- Both these playoff contenders are off losses with the Celtics dropping their last three. Houston who has alternated wins and losses in their last seven games have won three straight at Boston, six of the past seven meetings overall and are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 meetings in Bean Town. The Celtics will be with guard Avery Bradley and have lost four of six games without him but they are 6-1 in the second of their last seven back-to-backs. Take BOSTON! |
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01-25-17 | Texas A&M +1.5 v. Ole Miss | 80-76 | Win | 100 | 7 h 19 m | Show | |
Texas A&M at Mississippi 7:30 ET Aggies (+) over Rebels- The 'line' on this game has caused me to stop as Mississippi is at home and on a two-game winning streak and with a better record then the Aggies but they are favored by less then a bucket. Upon further review I we see that Texas A&M is 1-8 ATS in their last nine and are 0-3 in true road games. So, why is this 'line' so low. This just 'does't make sense,' and I'll see if Vegas knows what its doing. Take TEXAS A&M! |
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01-25-17 | Connecticut -7 v. South Florida | 81-60 | Win | 100 | 7 h 51 m | Show | |
Connecticut at South Florida 7:00 ET Huskies (-) over Huskies- Sort of hard to see Connecticut favored by so much in a conference game on the road. Considering the Huskies are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games overall and 4-9 ATS in their last 13 meetings it is surprising to be such a high 'number.' UConn has defeated the Bulls six straight times who have lost their last seven and haven't won since Christmas. Take CONNECTICUT! |
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01-24-17 | Wolves +1.5 v. Suns | 112-111 | Win | 100 | 11 h 43 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Phoenix 9:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Suns- These two clubs maybe be separated by one-game in the standings bit the are years apart in excitement and potential. Phoenix has just completed a three-game East coast road trip starting with a loss in Cleveland and then consecutive wins in New York and Toronto. The Timberwolves seem to have the Suns number beating them twice already this season and storming back the last time in Phoenix with a 31-10 fourth quarter. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-24-17 | Jazz +2.5 v. Nuggets | 93-103 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 41 m | Show | |
Utah at Denver 9:00 ET Jazz over Nuggets- The Jazz had their six game winning streak stopped last night as Russell Westbrook was too much to handle. There is a conflict of trends surrounding this encounter as the Jazz have dominated this series against the line of late winning 11 of the last 14 but Utah is currently 0-6 ATS in their las six road games. Add that since London the Nuggets are 5-1 ATS in their last six. But, I believe the most important of all those trends is the head-to-head meetings where the Jazz rule. Take UTAH! |
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01-24-17 | Wake Forest +3 v. Syracuse | 76-81 | Loss | -109 | 10 h 17 m | Show | |
Wake Forest at Syracuse 8:00 ET Demon Deacons (+) over Orange- Wake Forest has been good to 'us' winning the last two times out with 'our' backing and blessings with wins over Miami 96-79 and NC State 93-88. Syracuse meanwhile continues to flounder getting pasted in their last two at North Carolina 85-68 and Notre Dame 84-66. These two met once last season at Wake Forest where the Orange were very rude ponding the Deacons 83-55. Wake will exorcise their Demons tonight. Take WAKE FOREST! |
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01-24-17 | Virginia +1 v. Notre Dame | Top | 71-54 | Win | 100 | 10 h 13 m | Show |
Virginia at Notre Dame 8:00 ET Cavaliers over Fighting Irish- So, here is No. 15 Notre Dame undefeated at home (12-0) where they are 14-5 ATS in their last 19 games and here they are a 1-point favorite. Now, Virginia No. 16 is no slouch ranking #1 in team defense allowing just 53.4 points per, while the Irish lead the nation in free-throw percentage (82.8%) and assist-TO ratio at 1.85. Even though Notre Dame is 14-5 ATS in their last 19 home games the Cavaliers are 21-9-1 ATS in their last 31 games overall. A pair of excellent coaches in Mike Brey and Tony Bennett but, the 'numbers' tell the tale. Take VIRGINIA! |
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01-24-17 | Spurs v. Raptors +3.5 | Top | 108-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 47 m | Show |
San Antonio at Toronto 7:00 ET Raptors (+) over Spurs- I love this spot! San Antonio comes off our 'Best Bet winner over Cleveland while Toronto has dropped their last three. The Spurs clocked the Raptors at home just after New Years 110-82 and the Raptors will be ready for a contest tonight. The last time the Spurs were in Toronto they were a six-point favorite and lost outright 97-94 bring their record in their last five here to 1-3-1 ATS. I expect the same kind of fight out of Toronto tonight that saw the last time San Antonio was here. Take the RAPTORS! |
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01-24-17 | Kansas v. West Virginia -4 | 69-85 | Win | 100 | 9 h 22 m | Show | |
Kansas at West Virginia 7:00 ET Mountaineers (-) over Jayhawks- West Virginia has proven that they can play with the big boys as is evidenced by their pounded of then-No. 1 Baylor on this floor 14 days ago. Since then the Mountaineers have gone 0-3 ATS losing the last two straight-up. Tonight Kansas enters Morgantown 18-1 and ranked No.1 (As did Baylor) The Jayhawks have been over-valued the whole season as they are just 6-11 ATS on the year and just 2-6 ATS in their last eight. In this series the home team is 8-1 ATS in the last nine meetings. All the 'mojo' tell me...WEST VIRGINIA! |
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01-23-17 | Oklahoma +5.5 v. Texas | 83-84 | Win | 100 | 8 h 29 m | Show | |
Oklahoma at Texas 9:00 ET Sooners (+) over Longhorns- Wow, how far have the Longhorn fallen? Not, only in football but in basketball as well. Both clubs are off losses but Texas under Shaka Smart has dropped their last five while the Sooners under Lon Kruger committed 25 turnovers is their double-overtime loss to Iowa State blowing a 19-point lead and look to regroup tonight. Oklahoma has won six of the last eight meetings but is just 2-3 in Austin the last five seasons. With both clubs struggling and most likely out of the running for the Big Dance I'll go with the better coaching. Take OKLAHOMA! |
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01-23-17 | Cavs v. Pelicans +7 | 122-124 | Win | 100 | 8 h 46 m | Show | |
Cleveland at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Cavaliers- Once again we find that the Cavaliers are beat-up and are not playing at full strength. They have lost four of their lost six games straight-up and are off a home loss to San Antonio in overtime 118-115 on Saturday. Cleveland is just 3-10 ATS in their last 13 while the Pelicans are treading water after an 0-8 start on the season. Off the worst loss of the season to the Brooklyn Nets no-less 143-114 on Friday and will regroup here. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-23-17 | Rockets v. Bucks +5.5 | Top | 114-127 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show |
Houston at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Rockets- The 'numbers' come from this match-up are one sided and they are backing Houston who crushed the Bucks 111-92 last Wednesday night. Milwaukee has lost their last five including last weeks loss to the Rockets and have now dropped under .500. going 0-5 ATS in those five. The Bucks had an internal problem on their road trip as Jabari Parker was benched because of actions detrimental to the team. At home with the 'Greek Freak' leading the way the Bucks get it done. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-23-17 | Kings +6.5 v. Pistons | 109-104 | Win | 100 | 7 h 21 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Detroit 7:30 ET Kings (+) over Pistons- The Piston have manged their first three-game win streak of the season as they crawl toward the .500 mark while the Kings have dropped five in-a-row and is just 2-8 on the road against Eastern Conference foes. Detroit has won six straight at home against Sacramento but now find themselves healthy favorites while won't work out for them. The Kings DeMarcus Cousins dominated Detroit in Sacramento two weeks ago gathering 24 points, 13 rebounds and six assists in a 100-94 win. Expect more of the same here. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-23-17 | NC State v. Duke -16.5 | 84-82 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 34 m | Show | |
N.C. State at Duke 7:00 ET Blue Devils (-) over Wolfpack- The Blue Devils may have had the turning point of their season in the second half against Miami last time out as they trailed Miami-Fl by 11 as they headed into the locker room. Duke came out on a 31-4 run in the second half and put the Hurricanes away 70-58. NC State has had their problems at Cameron Indoor Stadium as they have lost 16 straight there last winning in 1995. The Devils will control this game with their defense something the Pack know little about. Take DUKE! |
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01-23-17 | TCU +4 v. Oklahoma State | 76-89 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 29 m | Show | |
Texas Christian at Oklahoma State 7:00 ET Horned Frogs (+) over Cowboys- TCU jumped out to a 14-3 record but have run into some difficulty winning now that Big-12 Conference play has started as they have four of their five losses come in league play. The Horned Frogs had their worst shooting game of the season last time out in their loss to TCU while Oklahoma State was shooting 55% as they routed Texas Tech 83-64 posting their first Big-12 win (1-6) of the season. The Cowboys have won 12 of the last 14 meetings with the clubs splitting both games the past two years. This time around it's TEXAS CHRISTIAN! |
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01-22-17 | Virginia Tech v. Clemson -5.5 | 82-81 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Virginia Tech at Clemson 6:30 ET Tigers (-) over Hokies- It looks like the same old story for the Clemson Tigers as they start fast and dominated early season 'cupcakes' and then get pounded once the season starts. The Tigers were 11-2 and now has run into dive straight ACC losses losing to four ranked teams including a 32-point loss to Louisville last time out. Virginia Tech who leads the all-time series 16-15 have lost three of five and will fall short here. Take CLEMSON! |
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01-22-17 | Northwestern +1.5 v. Ohio State | 74-72 | Win | 100 | 3 h 45 m | Show | |
Northwestern at Ohio State 12:00 ET Wildcats over Buckeyes- Ohio State started their Big Ten season with four straight losses but have rebounded with a pair of wins over Michigan State and Nebraska. Every body seems to be making a big deal with Northwestern chances of making it to the Big Dance. They have won three straight and are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 in the Big Ten and 15-1 ATS in their last 20 overall. Wildcats are up and coming and are a go-with today. Take NORTHWESTERN! |
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01-22-17 | Warriors v. Magic +14 | 118-98 | Loss | -101 | 1 h 16 m | Show | |
Golden State at Orlando 12:00 ET Magic (+) over Warriors- Golden State has ripped off six straight wins including last night's pounding of the Rockets in Houston. The Warriors once again have the best record in the NBA (37-6) and have three players averaging 20-points or better and they have won the last six games in this series. Orlando is one of the bottom feeders in the league but don't want to be humiliated at home while the Warriors sort of see this as an off day. Take the MAGIC! |
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01-22-17 | St. John's +8.5 v. Seton Hall | 73-86 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 47 m | Show | |
St. Johns at Seton Hall 12:00 ET Red Storm (+) over Pirates- Seton Hall is going through a rough patch right now losing three straight on the road and return home to face an improving St. Johns club. The fact of the matter is that the Pirates 12-3 start was loaded with underlings but have defeated the Red Storm in nine of the last 10 at home. The home team 17-5 ATS in the last 22 and Seton Hall is 16-7 ATS against the Big East. Sometimes more then just a matter of numbers. Take ST. JOHNS! |
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01-21-17 | Spurs +2.5 v. Cavs | Top | 118-115 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show |
San Antonio at Cleveland 8:30 ET Spurs (+) over Cavaliers- The Spurs will be without center Paul Gasol who was injured in warm-ups prior to Thursday's game and Tony Parker is day-to-day with a foot sprain. These two split their two games in each of the last two seasons and the Spurs are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Cleveland. The Cavs who are the only team with two All-Stars starters with Kylie Irving and LeBron James, but will be without power forward Kevin Love. This time it's the Spurs. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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01-21-17 | Rockets v. Grizzlies +1.5 | 119-95 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 20 m | Show | |
Houston at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Rockets- The Rockets learned how the elite play Friday when Golden State came into town and schooled them on ball movement and the art of making (not just taking) 3-pointers. Houston is sputtering as they have dropped two straight for the first time this season and four of their last six. Memphis is playing back-to-back and are 8-2 in the second game and are 9-3 ATS against the Rockets at home on the last 12 meetings. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-21-17 | Baylor v. TCU +2.5 | Top | 62-53 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 12 m | Show |
Baylor at Texas Christian 8:00 ET Horned Frogs (+) over Bears- This is a hard call, not because its a tough decision but because I know just how good these Baylor Bear really are. But, under first year coach Jamie Dixon the Horned Frogs have made a major turn around this season and are 11-1 (8-2 ATS) at home with their only loss to No. 1 Kansas and look to end a nine-game losing streak to Baylor. TCU has already passed last season's win total (14-12) and have Vladimir Brodziansky to deal with the Bear's 7'0” Jo Lual-Acull jr who leads the Big-12 in blocks. Take TCU! |
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01-21-17 | Suns +6 v. Knicks | 107-105 | Win | 100 | 8 h 53 m | Show | |
Phoenix at New York 7:30 ET Suns (+) over Knicks- I saw it as part of a joke on on Wednesday when the sharps and public were all over Phoenix (+11.5) against Cleveland and they were pounded by the Cavaliers 118-103. That makes seven of eight road losses as they have the worst record in the NBA West but have had success against the Knicks. Going 5-1 ATS in their last six meetings in New York and they are 8-2-1 ATS overall in the last 11 meetings. The Knicks just don't get it believing Carmelo Anthony can make them a winner. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-21-17 | West Virginia v. Kansas State +3 | 75-79 | Win | 100 | 16 h 27 m | Show | |
West Virginia at Kansas State 6:00 ET Wildcats (+) over Mountaineers- West Virginia posted their biggest win of the year for 'us' when the defeated then-No.1 Baylor but have had difficulties putting it together since as they are coming off a double-overtime loss at Oklahoma. Kansas State meanwhile posted their first road Big-12 win against Oklahoma State last time out and have a balance line-up that has five players scoring in double figures. The Mountaineers weakness is free throw shooting an on the road in a hostile environment they will continue to struggle. Take KANSAS STATE! |
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01-21-17 | Marquette +5.5 v. Creighton | 102-94 | Win | 100 | 13 h 52 m | Show | |
Marquette at Creighton 2:30 ET Golden Eagles (+) over Bluejays- No. 7 Creighton (18-1) will be playing their first game without their floor leader Maurice Watson Jr. the nation's leader in assists (8.5 per game) as he Tore his ACL against Xavier on Monday. The Bluejays are on a five-game win streak and facing one of the more improved clubs in the Big East in Marquette. The Golden Eagles are second in the conference in scoring (83.7 points) while Creighton is first. The trend number in this contest are at such contrast it must be noted that Marquette is a meager 22-46-1 ATS in their last 69 Big East games while the Bluejays are 23-9-1 in their last 33 conference games. Still, the teams have split their four meetings the past two seasons and the points have great value because of the impact of Watson being out for the rest of the season. Take the GOLDEN EAGLES! |
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01-21-17 | Iowa State v. Oklahoma | 92-87 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 38 m | Show | |
Iowa State at Oklahoma 2:00 ET Sooners over Cyclones- A week ago the idea of this game opening a virtual pick-em would have be a stretch but after the Cyclones consecutive losses to Kansas and TCU and Oklahoma's wins over Texas Tech and West Virginia it looks right. After a terrible start Lon Kruger's club have responded with the return senior guard Jordan Woodward. His leadership is needed with a club that has seven freshman and four sophomores and is improving each time out. Playing with confidence the Sooners get the home win. Take OKLAHOMA! |
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01-21-17 | Wake Forest v. NC State | 93-88 | Win | 100 | 12 h 19 m | Show | |
Wake Forest at N.C. State 2:00 ET Demon Deacons (+) over Wolfpack- A pair of bottom feeders in the ACC both enter the fray with 2-4 conference records and coming off victories. The thing that caught my attention about this game is the 'price,' as a team like NC State with a better record that beat a then-No. 21 Virginia Tech by 26 points and is now at home against a team that they dominate going 21-8-1 ATS in their last 30 meetings did not open the favor. It smell fishy. Take WAKE FOREST! |
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01-20-17 | Kings +8 v. Grizzlies | 91-107 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 45 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Memphis 8:00 ET Kings (+) over Grizzlies- The Kings have dropped their last three contests and six of their last seven all at home and eight of their last 10. Memphis has won five of the past six meetings both straight-up and ATS but the teams have split two games this season. Memphis had their 12-game home winning streak against the Kings ended back in December with a 96-92 loss to Sacramento. Tonight this one comes down to the final buzzer. Take the points...take the KINGS! |
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01-20-17 | Warriors v. Rockets +6 | Top | 125-108 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Golden State at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Warriors- The Warriors are not quite as powerful as last season's record setting year but they are still an NBA leading 36-6 at the half way point and have won their last five. Houston has had a great turn-around from last season's disappointment and are geared-up for this meeting with Golden State. Houston still has a sour taste losing to the Warriors in five games in the first round of the playoffs last year and looks to grade up to a club that they have lost to six of the last eight time at home. Not tonight. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-20-17 | Raptors v. Hornets | Top | 78-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show |
Toronto at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors are destined to be a brides maid once again with a club that is just good enough to create some interest but not good enough to bring home the championship ring. The Raptors were on a four-game win streak before they were stopped by Philadelphia last time out while Charlotte ended a five-game losing streak with a win over Portland. The Hornets are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games and are 8-3 ATS against the Raptors in their last 11 home meetings and 20-8 ATS over the Raptors in the last 28 meetings. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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01-19-17 | Wolves -115 v. Clippers | 104-101 | Win | 100 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
Minnesota at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Timberwolves (+) over Clippers- So, the Clippers have won seven straight but are without All-Star point guard Chris Paul. Now, Los Angeles has been crushed with injuries once again highlighted by the continuous absence of Blake Griffin. Minnesota enters this contest off two losses and are just 5-15 on the road and LA a team on a seven-game win streak is less then a long jump shot favored. It doesn't look right. The last time Paul was out the Clippers went 2-5 and add that Minnesota is 12-5 ATS in their last 17 visits. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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01-19-17 | Memphis v. Houston -6.5 | 70-67 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 14 m | Show | |
Memphis at Houston 9:00 ET Cougars (+) over Tigers- The two highest scoring teams in the AAC will have a shoot-out in Houston where the Cougars who average 76 points in conference play will host the AAC's highest scoring crew (79-points per) Memphis. Both clubs enter with 13-5 records also bring the two highest scoring players in the AAC with Houston's Rob Gray (20.8) and the Tigers Dedric Lawson. This appears to be a 'strong' number and in a run and shot contest I'm take the home team. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-19-17 | Clemson +5.5 v. Louisville | 60-92 | Loss | -109 | 9 h 59 m | Show | |
Clemson at Louisville 9:00 ET Tigers (+) over Cardinals- The Clemson Tigers have lost their last four including home losses in overtime to North Carolina and a Saturday defeat to Virginia. No. 11 Louisville have won three straight and are 10-1 at home but will be without point guard Quentin Snider who runs the offense. The Tigers will be ready to roar looking to stop their losing streak and will be all-in here. Take CLEMSON! |
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01-19-17 | Arizona v. USC +3 | Top | 73-66 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 53 m | Show |
Arizona at USC 9:00 ET Trojans (+) over Wildcats- No.13 Arizona is on a 10-game winning streak as they travel to LA to engage Southern California. The Wildcats are 5-0 in Pac-12 play while USC who is 16-3 with all three losses coming from conference opponents. The last time these two met the game went four-overtimes as USC pulled out a 103-101 victory. Even though the Trojans are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 Pac-12 games the home team is 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take SOUTHERN CAL! |
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01-19-17 | Wizards v. Knicks +3 | 113-110 | Push | 0 | 8 h 26 m | Show | |
Washington at New York 8:00 ET Knicks (+) over Wizards- 'Break-up the Knicks' is the NBA cry now that the drama filled New Yorkers have finally won a game, only their third win in their last 14 games. The Wizards who were off to a terrible start have won their last three but are a meager 4-13 on the road and now they are favored here. The Knicks are 12-9 at home but are 0-5 in their last five meetings at Madison Square Garden against Washington both straight-up and against the points. The Knicks are feeling the New York media pressure and will respond with a win tonight. Take the KNICKS! |
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01-19-17 | Mavs +2.5 v. Heat | Top | 95-99 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 4 m | Show |
Dallas at Miami 7:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Heat- It was wonderful to be able to post the Heat as an A-Play Best Bet over Houston Tuesday night but now we find them in the favorites roll. Maybe that doesn't make that much of a difference but they are 0-4 ATS after a straight-up win and Dallas is 16-5-1 ATS in their last 22 meetings in Miami. With their win over the Rockets the Heat are now 3-13 straight-up in their last 16. They shouldn't be laying points to any one. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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01-18-17 | Kansas State v. Oklahoma State -3 | Top | 96-88 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 48 m | Show |
Kansas State at Oklahoma State 9:00 ET Cowboys (-) over Wildcats-This game caught my attention when I saw a 10-7 team (Oklahoma State) that is 0-5 in conference play and has lost five in-a-row come up the favorite against a 13-4 team in Kansas State. Checking on the history of these two opponents I find that although the Wildcats hold a 78-52 all-time series advantage the Cowboys have won 15 of the last 16 played in Gallagher-Iba Arena. New Oklahoma State coach Brad Underwood a former player and assistant coach at K. State will be facing his alma mater for the first time and will have his troupe ready to post their first Big-12 win. Take OKLAHOMA STATE! |
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01-18-17 | Hawks v. Pistons +2 | Top | 95-118 | Win | 100 | 9 h 36 m | Show |
Atlanta at Detroit 8:00 ET Pistons (+) over Hawks- It may seem a bit strange (it does to me) that once the Atlanta brass decided to make player changes after they had lost 10 of 11 that they have put it together somewhat with wins in 14 of their last 19 games. After trading sharp-shooter Kyle Korver to Cleveland they seem hell bent on trading A—Star Paul Milsap. These two have spilt two contests this season each winning at home. I expect the pattern to continue. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-18-17 | Miami (Fla) v. Wake Forest +1.5 | 79-96 | Win | 100 | 8 h 47 m | Show | |
Miami-Fl at Wake Forest 8:00 ET Demon Deacons (+) over Hurricanes- There is no question about the kinda of job that Jim Larranaga has done at Miami-Fl with the Hurricanes becoming a NCAA tournament team annually. They are coming off a dominating 72-46 pounding of Pittsburgh while Wake Forest has dropped their last two contests but are a positive 6-2 at home. Miami has struggled of late going 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games overall and are 0-2 on the road against the Deacons under Larranaga and only 1-8 overall in Winston-Salem. Take WAKE FOREST! |
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01-18-17 | Raptors v. 76ers +5.5 | 89-94 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
Toronto at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has won 14 straight meetings and 'covered' all six meetings last season against lowly Philadelphia including their seventh straight win at Philly 123-114 in December. The 76ers may offer some resistance this time around as they have won six of their last eight as rookie Joel Embiid as helped this team gain self-respect. Toronto who is 26-14 ATS have won four straight but may not take the Sixers seriously. It's PHILADELPHIA! |
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01-18-17 | Blazers +5 v. Hornets | 85-107 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Portland at Charlotte 7:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Hornets- both these clubs have fallen by the wayside so to speak as the Trailblazers have dropped 15 of their last 21 and Charlotte is now under .500 after starting the season 8-3. The Hornets are glad to be home where they are 12-7 after losing five straight on the road. Portland has dropped their last two including a beating Monday night at Washington. The Blazers have won 10 of the past 13 meetings and will come up big tonight. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-18-17 | Indiana v. Penn State +4 | 78-75 | Win | 100 | 7 h 51 m | Show | |
Indiana at Penn State 7:00 ET Nittany Lions (+) over Hoosiers- Penn State basketball is in uncharted waters with their Big Ten winning record (3-2) as coach Patrick Chambers has his young squad playing a hard aggressive game where they won and held Michigan State to 63 points and Minnesota to 50. I saw Indiana coach Tom Crean go ballistic when a Hoosiers player tried an Alley-Oop at the buzzer while leading by 19. It was a disgraceful self-serving display that shows me he is having difficulty controlling no only himself but his players as well. Take PENN STATE! |
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01-17-17 | Tennessee v. Ole Miss +2.5 | Top | 69-80 | Win | 100 | 8 h 29 m | Show |
Tennessee at Mississippi 9:00 ET Rebels (+) over Volunteers- Something has got to give here as Tennessee snapped a three-game losing streak with a win over Vanderbilt on Saturday while the struggling Rebels have dropped their last two and are only 1-4 in SEC play. Mississippi lost the game to South Carolina Saturday 67-56 and leading scorer Deandre Burnett with a high ankle sprain. Coach Andy Kennedy challenged his team calling them 'soft'...they will respond against the Vols with confidence know they won both meetings last year and five of the last six. Take MISSISSIPPI! |
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01-17-17 | Wolves +12 v. Spurs | 114-122 | Win | 100 | 9 h 29 m | Show | |
Minnesota at San Antonio 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Spurs- One is one of the more lopsided match-ups in the NBA as the Spurs have had their way against the Wolves for years compiling a 45-9 straight-up record in San Antonio where Minnesota last won the final game of the 2013 season. The Spurs let an 11-point second half lead evaporate against Phoenix in Mexico City as they were defeated 108-105. Ricky Rubio has had four straight double-digit assists and is averaging 14 points in his last four games. Take wolves are getting better week-by week. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-17-17 | Mavs +5.5 v. Bulls | 99-98 | Win | 100 | 9 h 4 m | Show | |
Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Bulls- after winning their last two gams the Bulls have finally got to .500 with Jimmy Butler and Dwayne Wade leading the way. Dallas played without Kirk Nowitzki in the opening weeks of the season and dug themselves a hole that has them as with the NBA's third worst record. With the return of Andrew Bogut the Mavericks have the power line needed to produce wins. Chicago is having difficulty dealing with problem 'child' Rajon Rondo who remains difficult and is causing distractions. Take DALLAS! |
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01-17-17 | Rockets v. Heat +8 | Top | 103-109 | Win | 100 | 9 h 38 m | Show |
Houston at Miami 7:30 ET Heat (+) over Rockets- Oh, how the mighty have fallen. The Miami Heat have had huge turnover of players and with injuries now only 11 wins the second worst (behind Nets) in the NBA. The Heat have played with Chris Bosh for the season with Justise Winslow gone for the rest of the season and have been without center Hassan Whiteside for extended periods. Houston under 'defenseless' coach Mike D'Antono who has the Rockets leading the league in scoring with James Harden having a free rein. Houston should win easy except for one important factor. This game is in Miami and the Rockets got into town early to take advantage of the South Beach night life. Take MIAMI! |
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01-16-17 | Jazz v. Suns +6 | Top | 106-101 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
Utah at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Jazz- Utah is a surprising 10-games over .500 and have won their last six meetings against Phoenix although the Suns did get the money in their last meetings December 31. The Jazz were just starting to get healthy before they lost guard Rodney Hood with a knee injury. Phoenix just finished their stay in Mexico City with a win over San Antonio as 20-year old rookie Devin Booker posted a pair of 39-point scoring nights to lead the Suns to victory. Young and improving the Suns rise again in the desert. Take PHOENIX! |
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01-16-17 | Kansas v. Iowa State +3 | Top | 76-72 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 6 m | Show |
Kansas at Iowa State 9:00 ET Cyclones (+) over Jayhawks- The #2 Kansas Jayhawks have won 16 straight after an opening season loss 103-99 to Indiana and now travel to Ames, Iowa to play the struggling Cyclones. Iowa State is off a lost at TCU Saturday after their two starting guards scored a combines 14 points on 5-for-25 shooting. They might have got caught up in looking ahead to this encounter and the odds-makers give them a punchers chance with an extremely low price. These two spilt two games last year each winning on their home court, more of the same. Take IOWA STATE! |
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01-16-17 | Syracuse +14.5 v. North Carolina | 68-85 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 9 m | Show | |
Syracuse at North Carolina 7:00 ET Orange (+) over Tar Heels- Many have said that it is time for Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim to retire after all the off-court issues including his NCAA suspension. The Orange now in the ACC of course just don't have the same championship quality of previous Big East years. North Carolina has won their last four and the last four on this series as they climb up the national rankings. The Heels love playing on the weekends but Monday's not so much as they are 3-7-2 ATS their last 12 Monday games. Take SYRACUSE! |
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01-15-17 | Thunder v. Kings +1.5 | Top | 122-118 | Loss | -101 | 11 h 46 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Sacramento 9:00 ET Kings (+) over Thunder- The Kings have squandered their chance to crawl back to respectability by losing four-of-five on their current home stand and six of their last eight. Sacramento is finding out what its like to compete with the league's best as their last three losses have been to the LA Clippers, Golden State and the Champion Cavaliers. The Kings have actually won three of the last four in the series including a 116-101 win in late November and are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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01-15-17 | USC v. Colorado -3.5 | 71-68 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 50 m | Show | |
USC at Colorado 8:30 ET Buffaloes (-) over Trojans- both these squads were off to great starts as USC was 14-0 and Colorado won seven of their first nine including a win over Xavier. But, No. 25 USC has dropped their last two and the Buffaloes have lost their last four. The Trojans have struggled on the road and are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 away from LA and 8-of-9 overall while Colorado is 7-2 at home and have won seven of eight of the Pac-12 meetings. Take the BUFFALOES! |
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01-15-17 | Michigan State v. Ohio State -2 | 67-72 | Win | 100 | 3 h 45 m | Show | |
Michigan State at Ohio State 1:30 ET Buckeyes (-) over Wolverines- One of the great rivalries on the gridiron these to are not so much on the basketball court. Oh, the intensity is still there but the talent level this season leaves much to be desired. The usually powerful Michigan State Spartans have already lost six games but are 4-1 in Big Ten play needing a win today to would put the a the top of the conference while Ohio State (0-4) is still seeking their first Big Ten win. This is the worst start in conference play for the Buckeyes since 1997-98 but Thad Matta's club will get their first win today. Take OHIO STATE! |
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01-14-17 | 76ers v. Wizards -9.5 | Top | 93-109 | Win | 100 | 8 h 51 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Washington 8:00 ET Wizards (-) over 76ers- Philadelphia has won three straight games for the first time in more then three years and I'm happy to say we did collect as they have won five of their last six. So, with Joel Embiid leading the way with eight straight 20-point performances the 76ers are playing like professionals but he will be rested tonight and the impact will be felt. Washington had won six straight in the series until their November meeting in Philadelphia but this time the Wizards even the score. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-14-17 | UCLA v. Utah +3 | Top | 83-82 | Win | 100 | 9 h 1 m | Show |
UCLA at Utah 6:00 ET Utes (+) over Bruins- The UCLA Bruins are beginning to make some old-timers think of the 'good ole days' when the Bruins were at the top of the NCAA charts. No. 4 UCLA has won their last four including a near 'perfect' performance at Colorado Thursday night while the Utes were taking apart USC 86-64. Utah is 9-1 straight-up at home and UCLA is 1-9 ATS in their last 10 against the Pac-12. Take UTAH! |
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01-14-17 | West Virginia v. Texas +10 | 74-72 | Win | 100 | 7 h 14 m | Show | |
West Virginia at Texas 4:00 ET Longhorns (+) over Mountaineers- Love this spot but I must be concerned with the off the court issues now surrounding Shaka Smart's club. While West Virginia celebrates their convincing win over No. 1 Baylor 89-68 Monday as Bob Huggins has his 'pressing' Mountaineers forcing 24.6 turnovers per game. Texas will be without leading scorer Tevin Mack who was suspended for the second time this season. The Longhorns have dropped their last two and they will come to play Saturday. Take TEXAS! |
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01-14-17 | Florida State v. North Carolina -7.5 | 83-96 | Win | 100 | 5 h 9 m | Show | |
Florida State at North Carolina 2:00 ET Tar Heels (-) over Seminoles- Here is something that I don't every remember seeing before and that is a match-up between these two schools where Florida State (#10) was ranked higher then North Carolina (#12). The Seminoles are undefeated (4-0) in ACC play and are coming off a win over Duke 88-72 and have won 12 straight. The Tar Heels who are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 home games lead the nation in rebound margin (+13.6) and will grab the ball here. Take the TAR HEELS! |
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01-13-17 | Cavs v. Kings +7.5 | 120-108 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 44 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Sacramento 10:35 ET Kings (+) over Cavaliers- Many think that a team the quality of the Cavaliers can just put it together any time they feel like it and maybe they can against competition like the Kings. But, there is a 'new' cog in the Cleveland mix as Kyle Korver (averaging two points) has joined the group but the Cavs are 0-5-1 ATS after a straight-up loss. Although, they are 4-1 ATS in their last five tripes to Sacramento they are in a bad spot right now. Take the KINGS! |
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01-13-17 | Thunder v. Wolves +2 | Top | 86-96 | Win | 100 | 8 h 16 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Thunder- Russell Westbrook is rolling and so are the Thunder winners for their last three heading to Minneapolis where the improving Timberwolves look for their third straight victory. Both of Minnesota's wins came without Zach LaVine who will return tonight and although Oklahoma City already has two wins over the Wolves this season by an average of 16 points they are just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 meetings in Minnesota. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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01-13-17 | Hornets v. 76ers +4.5 | 93-102 | Win | 100 | 7 h 19 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Hornets- Break-up the 76ers! Philadelphia has already passed their win total from last season and look for their first three-game winning streak of the season tonight. Charlotte has dropped their first three contests of a five-game road trip which ends Monday in Boston but are 4-1 ATS in their last five at Philadelphia. But these 76ers are improving every time out. The Hornets earned a 109-93 home win over Philly opening week when they were without Joel Embiid. Take the points with the 76ERS! |
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01-12-17 | UCLA v. Colorado +5.5 | 104-89 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 11 m | Show | |
U.C.L.A. at Colorado 11:00 ET Buffaloes (+) over Bruins- No. 4 UCLA is actually trailing both Arizona and Oregon in Pac-12 play as they take to the road in conference play at Colorado. The Buffaloes are one of the more senior laded team in college basketball as they have four starting seniors. Colorado is 0-3 in Pac-12 action and are looking forward to playing their first home conference game of the season. Take COLORADO! |
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01-12-17 | Pistons +13.5 v. Warriors | 107-127 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 13 m | Show | |
Detroit at Golden State 19:30 ET Pistons (+) over Warriors- Boy, am I pissed at the Pistons! On Tuesday they squandered an 18-point lead at Sacramento that cost 'us' a sweep that night. Golden State has 33 wins on the season but have won 18 times while losing the money. As a matter-of-fact the Warriors have dropped six straight ATS and eight of their last nine. In their first meeting this season Golden State posted a 119-113 win in Detroit. The points are worth taking. DETROIT! |
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01-12-17 | Mavs -2 v. Suns | 113-108 | Win | 100 | 10 h 40 m | Show | |
Dallas vs Phoenix 10:00 ET Mavericks over Suns- To those of you that haven't noticed this game is being played in Mexico City and it's only fitting that two of the NBA's worst team are there playing this regular season NBA contest here. Dallas has played in Mexico City before, way before, in 1997 when the lost to Houston 108-106. The Suns believe that they have the advantage because they are younger and that will help with the high altitude but their lack of overall talent will have more impact. Phoenix has already posted a 102-95 win at Dallas a win a week ago and this time the Mavs get even. Take DALLAS! |
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01-12-17 | Purdue v. Iowa +6 | Top | 78-83 | Win | 100 | 9 h 14 m | Show |
Purdue at Iowa 9:00 ET Hawkeyes (+) over Boilermakers- These two opened their Big Ten schedule in late December as Purdue dismantled Iowa 89-67. That final score shouldn't surprise many people as the home team is 12-3 ATS in the past 15 meetings and a bit of revenge will be on the Hawkeyes minds. The Boilermakers who are 2nd in the nation in assists per game had 27 assists in the first meeting. This time around its IOWA! |
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01-12-17 | Pelicans v. Nets +4.5 | Top | 104-95 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 15 m | Show |
New Orleans at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Pelicans- The Pelicans already completed half their mission with a win over New York Monday as Anthony Davis scored 40 points and had 18 rebounds along with three blocks before leaving after just 29 minutes of action. Davis played just 29 minutes as he once again came up with another injury, this one to his hip. He is expected to play but just how effective he will be a the question. New Orleans has taken the last five in the series including a 106-87 win in Brooklyn last season. The problem for the Pelicans is that they are not the same playoff team we've seen in the past. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-12-17 | Clemson -9 v. Georgia Tech | 63-75 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 18 m | Show | |
Clemson at Georgia Tech 7:00 ET Tigers (-) over Yellow Jackets- Both these clubs have dropped their last two and against some of the nation's best. Georgia Tech started ACC play with a win over North Carolina then dropped their next two against Duke and Louisville while Clemson dropped their contests to North Carolina and Louisville. The Yellow Jackets have won the last two meetings but the Tigers lead the overall series 68-62 and will post another win tonight. Take CLEMSON! |
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01-11-17 | Cavs v. Blazers +4.5 | 86-102 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Portland 10:35 ET Trailblazers (+) over Cavaliers- We are coming off our 'Highest-rated' winner last night with Utah over Cleveland and 'we' are coming right back against the NBA Champs. Kyle Kover received a gift by being traded to the Cavaliers but his adjustment time won't happen overnight. He was just 1-5 shooting in 18 minutes last night and I expect more of the same tonight. Cleveland is 1-5 ATS in their last six trips to Portland and they are 0-4-1 ATS in their last five games following an ATS loss. Take PORTLAND! |
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01-11-17 | NC State -5.5 v. Boston College | Top | 66-74 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 3 m | Show |
N.C. State at Boston College 9:00 ET Wolfpack (-) over Eagles- After losing by 51-points 107-56 North Carolina State has come up favored on the road at Boston College. Wolfpack coach Mark Gottfried told the media 'We were bad...' as they committed 26 turnovers and now they are favored. The last time State was in Chestnut Hill they defeated the Eagles 73-72 last March. There is one strange trend that I will use here and that N.C. State is (for some reason) is 19-6-1 ATS in their last 26 Wednesday games. Het it's Wednesday. Take the WOLFPACK! |
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01-11-17 | Grizzlies +5.5 v. Thunder | 95-103 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 22 m | Show | |
Memphis at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Thunder- With allthe fanfare that has surrounded Russell Westbrook many night have missed that the Grizzlies actually have a better record (by one more win) then does Oklahoma City. Both these clubs enter this fray winning their last two but Memphis pounded the Thunder 114-80 in Memphis on December 29 and although they are 0-4 ATS in their last four trips here they will get the cash tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |
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01-11-17 | Rockets v. Wolves +3.5 | Top | 105-119 | Win | 100 | 8 h 19 m | Show |
Houston at Minnesota 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Rockets- The 'hottest' team in the NBA is the Houston Rockets who have won nine straight as James Harden posted his second straight triple-double with 40 points. 15 rebounds and 10 assists and 11th of the season. Minnesota has started to jell as a unit after a weak start and are 4-1 ATS in the last fibe meetings against Houston including their last meetings in December in Minnesota where the Wolves +2.5 got the monet in overtime 109-111. Take MINNESOTA! |
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01-11-17 | Memphis v. Tulsa +3.5 | 71-81 | Win | 100 | 9 h 11 m | Show | |
Memphis at Tulsa 8:00 ET Golden Hurricanes (+) over Tigers- Tulsa enters this contest losers in 3-of-4 with their win coming against UConn 61-59 in overtime but they are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall. Memphis coach Tubby Smith returns to Tulsa where he started his coaching career. The Tigers has won their last three and they have won the last two against Tulsa. With this 'line' so short the oddsmakers believe the Hurricanes have a chance to put off the upset. Take TULSA! |
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01-11-17 | North Carolina v. Wake Forest +8.5 | 93-87 | Win | 100 | 9 h 6 m | Show | |
North Carolina at Wake Forest 8:00 ET Demon Deacons (+) over Tar Heels- North Carolina is coming off their largest win in school history against in-state rival N.C. State 107-56 to raise their ACC record to 2-1. Wake Forest has dropped three of their last four but have won six of seven home games. The Tar Heels are 7th in the nation in scoring (89.1 points) taking three straight in the series and 11 of the last 14 and are 8-1 ATS in their last nine ACC games. Despite the Deacons going 5-16 ATS in their last 21 home games. But, I expect a North Carolina let-down after their crushing of the rival Wolfpack. Take WAKE FOREST! |
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01-10-17 | Pistons +2 v. Kings | 94-100 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 2 m | Show | |
Detroit at Sacramento 10:30 ET Pistons (+) over Kings- The Kings have dropped three straight as DeMarcus Cousins is in a shooting slump and Sacramneto coach Dave Joerger says that he is 'exhausted.' Detroit who lost eight of 10 before their current two-game win streak have won six of their last eight trips to Sacramento going 7-1 ATS. The Kings open a seven-game home stand but will struggle against the Pistons defesne. Take DETROIT! |
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01-10-17 | Kansas State v. Texas Tech -5.5 | 65-66 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 47 m | Show | |
Kansas State at Texas Tech 9:15 ET Red Raiders (+) over Wildcats- Kansas State has won eight of their last nine with the only loss coming at the hands of rival Kansas in a controversial bucket as time ran out. The Wildcats bounced back from that defeat by pounding Oklahoma 75-64 on Saturday while their only loss was by one-point 69-68 to Maryland. Texas Tech has never done week in this series losing 29 of 35 but have won the last two at Lubbock. This is a different Red Raiders squad as they are 6th in the country in field-goal percentage, 10th in rebounding margin and 21st in scoring defense. Take TEXAS TECH! |
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01-10-17 | Cavs v. Jazz +3 | Top | 92-100 | Win | 100 | 10 h 35 m | Show |
Cleveland at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Cavaliers- As coach Tyronn Lue has said about his Cavaliers that they mess around on the court aftre they blew a 20-point lead against Phoenix managing to come back and win 120-116. Utah has dropped three of their last four as they start a three-game homestand as part of a stetch where they play nine of their next 12 at home. Aside from being 0-4 ATS in their last four Cleveland is 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven meetings in Utah. Take the JAZZ! |
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01-10-17 | Indiana v. Maryland | 72-75 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 36 m | Show | |
Indiana at Maryland Hoosiers (+) over Terripans- after a three-game slide the Hoosiers put it together against Illinois Saturday winning 96-80 while the Terrapins have won seven of eight and are off a win at Michigan 77-70 Saturday. Indiana found their shooting touch (60% FG) as James Blackman Jr. busted out for 25 points. The Hoosiers won last season's meeting 80-62 as the series is at 2-2 since the Terps joined the Big Ten. Take INDIANA! |
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01-10-17 | Celtics +4.5 v. Raptors | 106-114 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
Boston at Toronto 7:30 ET Celtics (+) over Raptors- These two clubs seem to be mirror images of each other as Boston has won six of their last seven while Toronto has dropped five of their last seven. Defense has been the problem for the Raptors as they have allowed 110 points or more five time in their last seven contests going 2-5. The Celtics are 4-0-1 ATS in tehir last four raod games and I like their chances here. Take BOSTON! |
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01-10-17 | Baylor v. West Virginia -7 | Top | 68-89 | Win | 100 | 9 h 45 m | Show |
Baylor at West Virginia 7:00 ET Mountaineers (-) over Bears- Well, the only thing I can think of is that the Bears will fold in their first Big-12 road contest. At 15-0 and No. 2 in the nation the 'number' on this one is way too high. Consider that Baylor is 11-1 ATS in their last 13 road games and yet the oddsmaker in being so generous here maybe because West Virginia is 21-8 ATS in their last 29 home games. Regardless, this price looks like a 'come-get-me' sucker play. Take the MOUNTAINEERS! |
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01-09-17 | Thunder v. Bulls -115 | 109-94 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 49 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls over Thunder- The Chicago Bulls are the 'hottest' team in the NBA right now coming off wins over the two top teams in the Eastern Conference defeating Cleveland and Toronto. The big force behind the Bulls who have won their last three is Jimmy Butler who is averaging 34.2 points in the last six games along with 6.68 assists. The Bulls won both meetings last season have come to realize that sitting the poor shooting Rajon Rondo has only helped balance their offense. The Thunder are playing their five games in eight days so advantage goes to the Bulls. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-08-17 | Magic +2 v. Lakers | 95-111 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 58 m | Show | |
Orlando at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Magic (+) over Lakers- Los Angeles is off their best performance of the season defeating the Miami Heat 127-100 and have won 2-of-3 while the Magic were just defeated by Houston 100-93. Orlando has dropped four of their last five after going 3-1 at home and have a 109-90 win over the lakers posted at home. Magic coach Frank Vogel has his club hustling for loose ball and are scrappy enough to win here. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-08-17 | Pistons +3.5 v. Blazers | Top | 125-124 | Win | 100 | 11 h 30 m | Show |
Detroit at Portland 9:00 ET Pistons (+) over Trailblazers- Detroit took the two meetings between these two last season by an average of 18.5 points. Portland ended their mini slump with the return of Damian Lillard with a 118-109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. The Pistons are looking for more playing time for Boban Marjanovic who had 15 points and 22 rebounds in 22 minutes in his last appearance. Take the PISTONS! |
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01-08-17 | Wizards +4.5 v. Bucks | 107-101 | Win | 100 | 4 h 49 m | Show | |
Washington at Milwaukee 2:05 ET Wizards (+) over Bucks- these two have already played three times since December 10th with the home team winning and 'covering' all three. In this battle between these 'middle-of-the-roaders' Washington has won nine of the past 11 meetings and are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game while the Bucks are 1-6 ATS in their last seven when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Take WASHINGTON! |
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01-08-17 | NC State v. North Carolina -13 | 56-107 | Win | 100 | 3 h 53 m | Show | |
N.C. State at North Carolina 1:00 ET Tar Heels (-) over Wolfpack- The Wolfpack responded as our 'Highest-Rated' winner over Virginia Tech 104-78 on Wednesday and now they face their state rivals on their turf. North Carolina escaped a tough Clemson club in overtime on the road and now return home where they are 7-0. The Tar Heels have taken 19 of the last 21 meetings including both games last season by 12 points. It was too easy for the Pack earlier in the week while the Heels were tested and survived. Lay it...take NORTH CAROLINA! |
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01-07-17 | Hawks v. Mavs +2.5 | 97-82 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 15 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Hawks- As the trade rumors surround the Hawks their play seems to get better as they pulled themselves over .500 with their current five-game winning streak. Atlanta has had their way against Dallas winning the last five in the series. First it was Paul Millsap, then Thabo Sefolosha and now Kyle Korver all supposed to be headed some place else. The Mavericks are playing much better now and are 4-0 ATS in their last four games after a loss. Take DALLAS! |
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01-07-17 | Raptors v. Bulls +2 | Top | 118-123 | Win | 100 | 10 h 57 m | Show |
Toronto at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Raptors- After taking care of the Cavaliers 118-111 on Wednesday they will now face the East's best in Toronto. The Raptors are 22-12 ATS this season by far the best ATS record in the NBA but are 0-4 ATS in their last four games following an ATS win. Beleive it or not Chicago won all four meetings last year and are 9-0 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take best goes on...Take CHICAGO! |
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01-07-17 | Creighton v. Providence +4 | 78-64 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 33 m | Show | |
Creighton at Providence 2:00 ET Friars (+) over Blue Jays- Providence has had a rocky start when playing on the road (0-4) but have enjoys playing at the Duncan Donuts Center where they are 10-0. Three of those four road losses can against ranked teams and the Friars have been tested. Providence has won the last five meetings and six of the last seven. The Blue Jays are 20-9-1 ATS in their last 30 Big East games while Providence is 6-2 ATS in their last eight home games. Take PROVIDENCE! |
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01-07-17 | Virginia Tech +7 v. Florida State | 78-93 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 30 m | Show | |
Virginia Tech at Florida State 2:00 ET Hokies (+) over Seminoles- Florida State is in position to tie the school record for consecutive wins after upsetting No. 11 Virginia on Saturday. The No. 13 ranked Seminoles hosting No. 23 Virginia Tech today. There are a conflict of trends as VaTech is 22-7 ATS in their last 29 games overall and Florida State is 10-4 ATS in their last 14 home games. The Seminoles have also won 10 straight home games against the Hokies but have a schedule of heavies in front of them. Should be a close one. Take VIRGINIA TECH! |
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01-07-17 | Butler v. Georgetown +2 | Top | 85-76 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 9 m | Show |
Butler at Georgetown 12:00 ET Hoyas (+) over Bulldogs- Wednesday night we posted Butler as our 'Highest-Rated' NCAA release and they responded and took down the No. 1 team in the nation Villanova 66-58 raising their record to 13-2. Now, they travel to DC and play a Georgetown team that is still vying for their first Big East win going 0-3 to date. Defense which was once the Hoyas strongest attribute is their weakness now allowing conference foes an average of 77.7 points per contest. The Bulldogs have bite at home but are just 1-2 on the road with one of the losses to St. John's. Take GEORGETOWN! |
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01-06-17 | Heat +2.5 v. Lakers | 100-127 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 3 m | Show | |
Miami at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Heat (+) over Lakers- The Heat just ended a six-game losing streak with a win at Sacramento while the Lakers have lost 16 of their last 19 including a home loss to Portland last night. Miami has already posted a win over Los Angeles 115-107 at home in late December in a game that Hassan Whiteside and Goran Dragis dominated the Lakers. The Heat are looking to post back-to-back wins for the first time since Dec. 14. Tonight they get it. Take MIAMI! |
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01-06-17 | Rockets v. Magic +6 | 100-93 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 12 m | Show | |
Houston at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Rockets- Houston has won six straight highlighted by their 118-116 win over Oklahoma City last night. The Rockets have scored 100 points of more in 23 straight games and they have won 17 of their last 19 and also six of the last eight meetings with Orlando. The Magic are in a great position for an upset sitting at home while the Rockets off a game last night are on the road for the first time in 10 days. The problem is that Houston is 14-5 ATS in their alst 19 road games, but this is Magic time. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-06-17 | Wolves +5 v. Wizards | Top | 105-112 | Loss | -107 | 7 h 39 m | Show |
Minnesota at Washington 7:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Wizards- Two of the more inconsistant team face-off in Washington where the Wizards host Minnesota. Both teams have lost their last two games but the Wizards have won their last eight at home. The Timberwolves are off a loss to Philadelphia where they trafiled by 26 points before making a comeback that fell two-points short. Washington's biggest issue that that they play very little defense as they allowed the lowly Mavericks to drain 17 3-pointers on Tuesday. Although Minnesota has struggled at Washington (2-9 ATS) they have more young and energy. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! |
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01-05-17 | Stanford +7.5 v. USC | 56-72 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 29 m | Show | |
Stanford at USC 11:00 ET Cardinal (+) over Trojans- Southern California had its season-opening 14-game win streak stop in their Pac-12 opener at Oregon and will look to bounce back at home against an opponent that they have struggled with of late. Stanford who is 0-2 in conference play have won five in-a-row in the series and is off a 91-52 home loss to Arizona. Both these clubs are looking to rebound off losses but conference play is tough. Take STANFORD! |
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01-05-17 | Spurs v. Nuggets +8 | 127-99 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 14 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Spurs- After an overtime loss at Atlanta on Sunday the Sours bounced back by pounding their nearest competitor Toronto 110-82 on Tuesday. The Nuggets on the other hand have dropped their last three allowing 123.7 points during the slide. Denver has lost 10 straight in the series until a 102-98 win last April when La Marcus Aldridge, Kawhi Leonard, Tony Parker and Danny Green were 'rested.' The Nuggets have dropped their last four home games and after just 7-20 ATS at home against the Spurs. Tonight, San Antonio is caught. Take the NUGGETS! |
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01-05-17 | Iowa +2.5 v. Nebraska | Top | 90-93 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 42 m | Show |
Iowa at Nebraska 9:00 ET Hawkeyes (+) over Cornhuskers- Nebraska opens its Big-12 home schedule against Iowa after two straight conference road wins at Indiana and Maryland. Iowa won its first conference game over Michigan in overtime after opening with a 89-67 loss to Purdue. The Hawkeyes have had their way with the 'Huskers' winning five-straight in the series and nine of 11. With the return of previously injured Tyler Cook the Hawkeyes have added depth. Take IOWA! |
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01-05-17 | Hawks v. Pelicans -2.5 | 99-94 | Loss | -102 | 8 h 17 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Hawks- The Hawks enter New Orleans flying high on a four-game win streak and are 5-1 ATS on their last six road games but only 2-6 ATS in their last eight meetings with the Pelicans. Since returning from his back injury center Dwight Howard has recorded four double-doubles in five games and will most likely sleepwalk through this one. Have no problem playing against Hawks who won for us last night in Orlando as Atlanta is 0-7 against teams with a winning percentage below .400. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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01-05-17 | Jazz +5 v. Raptors | Top | 93-101 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
Utah at Toronto 7:30 ET Jazz (+) over Raptors- Both these clubs will have to show their professionalism after losses their last time out. Utah's No.1 NBA defense surrendered 115 points in their lass at Boston on Tuesday while Toronto was ripped in San Antonio 110-82 Tuesday as well. The Raptors return home after a six game road trip where they lost 3-of-4 to close their trip and are 1-4 ATS in their last five. Even though Toronto is 7-0 ATS in the last seven meetings the Jazz are 5-1 ATS in their last six games after allowing 100 points. Take UTAH! |
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01-05-17 | Connecticut +8 v. Memphis | 61-70 | Loss | -101 | 8 h 47 m | Show | |
Connecticut at Memphis 7:00 ET Huskies (+) over Tigers- Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Former power-house Connecticut has fallen in dramatic fashion under Kevin Ollie since the retirement of Calhoun after having won the title with Calhoun's players in his first season. Since that, it's been downhill ever since. The Huskies enter Memphis on the three game losing streak but have allowed more then 64 points only once in their last seven games and they have defeated the Tigers three straight times. Somehow it's... CONNECTICUT! |
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01-04-17 | Grizzlies -115 v. Clippers | 106-115 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 44 m | Show | |
Memphis at L.A. Clippers 10:35 ET Grizzlies over Clippers- The L.A. Clippers looked like a team that could challenge for the NBA title when the season started winning 12 of their first 14 but injuries and the usual thing that happens to the Clippers did happen. Chris Paul is in-and-out (doubtful tonight), Blake Griffin is out and DeAndre Jordan just kills them down the stretch as his free throw shooting is atrocious. Memphis tool a beating at the hand of the Lakers (Hotline winner) last night and will bounce back tonight. Take MEMPHIS! |