50* NCAAB BIG EAST GAME OF THE MONTH (Marquette -5) 

I think this is the ideal spot to jump on the Golden Eagles. I think we are getting a good price here on Marquette with them coming in off back-to-back losses and the most recent being a 20-point home loss to Butler as a 2.5-point favorite. A lot of people had the Eagles in that game against Butler, but what they failed to factor in is how hard it is to bounce back from a heartbreaking loss like they had in their 82-85 defeat to Villanova. Marquette has also had problems against that Bulldogs team. The Golden Eagles are 15-5 in their last 20 and 9-1 in their last 10 at home against Providence. Tough spot here for the Friars playing their 3rd straight on the road. Last time out they lost big at Seton Hall and are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 road games off a conference loss by 10 or more points. Give me Marquette -5! 

40* NCAAB BIG MONEY ATS MASSACRE (Virginia Tech -4) 

I'll jump on the Hokies here as a small home favorite Saturday against Miami. Virginia Tech is coming into this game playing their best basketball of the season. It started with a 80-69 win at home over UNC as a 3.5-point dog. They then when on the road and won and covered against both Notre Dame and Boston College. I expect another huge effort here at home against the Hurricanes, as this would be a big win for the resume. More than anything I just don't feel this is a big enough number given the Hokies are 11-2 at home. Va Tech is also 15-5 ATS in their last 20 games after covering 3 straight and are 11-1 ATS in their last 12 after 2 straight games where they made 10 or more 3-point shots. Hurricanes are just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 vs a team with a winning record and 0-4 ATS in their last 4 off a win. Give me the Hokies -4! 

50* NCAAB BIG 12 GAME OF THE MONTH (TCU -4) 

I'll gladly back the Horned Frogs at this price on their home floor against the Red Raiders. TCU is a team on a mission and simply are flying a bit under the radar right now due to their 3-5 record over their last 8 games. The thing is all 5 of those losses came by 5-points or less. and the only home loss they have suffered in Big 12 play was a 4-point defeat to Kansas. Texas Tech has won 3 straight and are off that thrilling win at home over Texas, but this is a team that has not been good on the road in Big 12 play and I think their road woes continue here against a TCU team that is 11-2 on their home floor this season. Give me the Horned Frogs -4! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER BOOKIE BLOWOUT (Thunder -5) 

The spot here for OKC isn't great, but I think the price is right here to back the Thunder at home. OKC got off to an awful start last night at Denver before nearly coming way back for a win. I think the way they finished that game is a positive they will carry over to their home floor, where they are 19-7 on the season. I also think playing at home will help with the lack of rest that OKC will be dealing with. The other big thing here is the Pelicans are in the midst of a major transition, as they try to adjust to the loss of DeMarcus Cousins. This team I think had hope it could figure something out with Cousins and be a factor in the postseason, but now they know this year is a lost cause. Adding Mirotic will help ease the loss, but he's not playing tonight and I think we see this team continue to struggle, especially on the road in a hostile environment. Give me the Thunder -5! 

40* NBA NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (76ers -4) 

I'll gladly take my chances here with Philadelphia laying a short number at home against the Heat. I think we are getting value here due to the 76ers coming off a loss at Brooklyn as a 8-point favorite and have failed to cover 3 straight overall. Miami on the other hand is a team I think people are a little afraid to bet against, as they have been playing well. For me, I just think the 76ers have such a big home court edge and this isn't a great spot for the Heat, who are playing third straight on the road and fresh off that crushing 89-91 loss to the Cavs. I also think Simmons takes this game personal. Simmons wanted to be an All-Star and might not be all that happy about Miami's Goran Dragic being named to the team yesterday after the Kevin Love injury. Give me the 76ers -4! 

50* NBA NON-CONFERENCE GAME OF THE MONTH (Raptors -4) 

I think we are getting a great price here on Toronto at home against the Blazers. The Raptors have one of the best records on their home floor this season. They are also a team that for whatever reason doesn't get as much love as you typically see for a team that is 34-16 (4th best record in the league). I know they just lost at Washington last night and the Wizards didn't have Wall, but sometimes it's hard to get up for games when a team is missing a star player. Either way, that loss should have them locked in for tonight's game. Portland has won 4 straight and are 7-1 in their last 8, but I'm not a believer in this team and this latest run has been more of a result in a very favorable portion of their schedule. Give me the Raptors -4! 

40* NBA LATE NIGHT TNT KNOCKOUT (Nuggets +1) 

I'll take a shot here with Denver as a home dog against the Thunder. OKC had won 8 straight games before going on the road and laying an egg in Tuesday's 96-102 loss to the Wizards, who were playing without John Wall. I think the Thunder have a tough time bouncing back off the long trip from D.C. to Denver. The Nuggets on the other hand are going to be excited to test their talents against one of the top teams in the league in front of a nationally audience. I think Denver not only wins this game, but does so rather convincingly. Give me the Nuggets +1! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Wizards +3.5) 

I've liked what I have seen from Washington without John Wall. The defensive intensity has been turned up a notch and the ball isn't sticking on the offensive side of the ball. A lot of people forget that Wall has missed a bunch of games already this season, so it's not like the Wizards don't know how to play without him. In fact, each of the two previous meetings this season against the Raptors were without Wall. Washington played well in both, winning the first meeting 107-96 at Toronto and losing by just 9 in the other meeting at Toronto. Raptors were only around a 7-point home favorite in those two games and based on those lines this game in Washington should be closer to a pick'em. Give me the Wizards +3.5! 

50* AMERICAN ATHLETIC GAME OF THE MONTH (Temple +7) 

I'll gladly take the points here with the Owls at home against nationally ranked Wichita State. The Shockers come in off a pair of wins at home, but prior to that they lost at home to SMU and on the road at Houston by 14 points. Wichita St has a target on their back in the first season in the AAC and I expect Temple to lay it all on the line here against the Shockers at home. Temple won 3 of their last 4 with the only loss being a road defeat to Cincinnati, which is nothing to be ashamed about. This is also a team that went on the road and beat SMU and nearly upset the Bearcats on their home floor. This team has also gone 21-9 ATS under Dunphy when matched up with high-scoring teams that average 77+ points/game at least 15 games into the season. They are also 4-1 AATS in their last 5 at home vs a team with a winning road record, while the Shockers are just 2-6-1 ATS in their last 9 vs a team that's won 60% or more of their home games. Give me the Owls +7! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Blazers -7) 

I think this is a great spot to go against the Bulls. Chicago has been playing like a team that could compete for a playoff spot in the east since Nikola Mirotic returned from the injury suffered in the preseason fight with Bobby Portis. While it was nice to see, the Bulls don't exactly want to win now and Mirotic has been rumored in trades left and right the past couple of days. He's on the injury report as questionable with leg injury. They say he's available, but I just don't think they want him to play, as Zipser has already been named the starter for rookie Lauri Markkanen, who is out for personal reasons. They also still don't have starting point guard Kris Dunn. I think the news of Mirotic basically out the door takes away some of the fight of this Bulls team. Portland has been playing well and I think they lay it on Chicago at home. Give me the Blazers -7! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBUT ATS KNOCKOUT (Alabama -5.5) 

I think the price is right here to roll the Crimson Tide. Alabama is playing as well as they have all season. The Crimson Tide have won 5 of 6, which includes a 7-point win over Trae Young and the Sooners last time out. They also have a win over Auburn during this run, the only team to beat the Tigers in SEC play. Missouri on the other hand has lost 3 straight and are 1-4 in their last 5. The Tigers have not been nearly as good on the road as they have at home and Alabama has big time home court edge. They are 10-1 at home, behind an offensive attack that averages 77.5 ppg and shoots 51% from the field. Give me the Crimson Tide -5.5! 

40* NBA BOOKIE ATS MASSACRE (Knicks +8.5) 

I like New York to cover the spread here prior to the news that Irving wouldn't play. I like it just as much without him (even at the new line). Boston is in a really tough spot here coming off a long road trip and grueling game to conclude the trip at Denver. I think it's smart the Celtics choose to rest Irving in a game they likely weren't going to play well in given the circumstances. The Knicks should still show up here and without Irving I think New York has an excellent shot at winning this game outright. Give me the Knicks +8.5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Georgia Tech +1) 

I think Syracuse is getting way too much respect here as a road favorite against the Yellow Jackets. The Orange have won 3 straight, but two of those are against the worst team in the league in Pitt and the other was a home game against BC. Prior to this run Syracuse had lost 4 straight. With a massive home game against Virginia looming on deck, I think we see the Orange struggle to match the intensity of Georgia Tech, who I don't think will take too kindly to being an underdog at home. Give me the Yellow Jackets +1! 

40* NCAAB VEGAS LINE MISTAKE (Penn St +13.5) 

I'll take a shot here with the Nittany Lions as a double-digit dog against Michigan State. There's no questioning the talent with the Spartans. I just think all the outside drama going on at the program isn't the easiest thing to play around. This line isn't just requiring them to beat the Nittany Lions, but blow them out. This is a talented Penn State team that's playing well and will give everything they got against a team like Michigan State. Give me the Nittany Lions +13.5! 

40* NCAAB BOOKIE ATS DESTROYER (Texas A&M -5.5) 

I think we are getting a great price here to back the Aggies at home in what feels like a must-win game. We also are seeing value here because of the fact that Texas A&M is just 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games. Injuries and suspensions got this team off track, but they are near full strength right now and have been playing much better. They are also still a strong 9-2 at home and are taking on an Arkansas team that is 4-5 on the road this season and just 1-3 away from home in SEC play. Give me the Aggies -5.5! 

50* NBA VEGAS  SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Raptors -6) 

I just think the price is right here to back Toronto at home against Minnesota tonight. The Timberwolves aren't playing well at the moment. They are just 3-5 SU in their last 8 games and a big reason for their struggles is the schedule makers weren't kind to Minnesota. While they haven't played more than 3 straight on the road, they also haven't played more than 1 game in a row at home since a 5 game home straight that ended way back on 1/14. This team has basically traveled from one spot to another for each of their last 9 games. Toronto has been flying under the radar and are a very tough team to beat on their home floor. I think the Raptors show up and make a statement here. Give me Toronto -6! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS ANNIHILATOR (TCU PK) 

These two teams both come in at 3-5 in Big 12 play, but I don't see these two as even teams on the court. I give the edge here to TCU, whose 5 conference losses have all come back by 5 or fewer points. The Cowboys simply aren't on the same level as the Horned Frogs and we are at the points now where TCU can't afford to lose. Oklahoma State also banged up right now and have a big looked ahead game on deck at Kansas. My money is on the Horned Frogs to find away to win one of these close games. Give me TCU! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (Ohio St -10) 

The Buckeyes perfect 9-0 start to Big Ten play came to end in a 79-82 loss at home to Penn State as a 10-point favorite. Ohio State lost the game despite shooting 56% from the field, because of a horrible defensive effort, where they allowed the Nittany Lions to shoot 58% on the road. I think that loss will turn into a positive for this Buckeyes team and will at least have them locked in for this game against Indiana. 

I just don't think the Hoosiers can hang here. They are coming off a crushing home loss to rival Purdue, where they had a chance to win that game and have struggled to play well on the road inside conference play. Hoosiers also suffered another injury inside, losing forward Collin Hartman, which only makes the loss of De'Ron Davis that much bigger. Give me the Buckeyes -10! 

40* NBA LATE NIGHT ATS KNOCKOUT (Nuggets -1) 

I think it's worth a shot here to back Denver. The public is simply going to look at this matchup and see that Boston is 35-15 and one of the best teams in the league, while Denver is barely over .500 at 26-23 and jump all over the Celtics at basically a pick'em. Note the public just got a great taste of this Boston team in Saturday's prime-time game against the Warriors, where they covered and almost won outright as 11-point dogs. The public will just assume that same Celtics team is going to take the floor two days later in Denver, but that's just not the case. There's a better chance Boston struggles to find a way to get up for this game. It won't help that they are short-handed without a key reserve in Marcus Smart and potentially another reserve in Terry Rozier, who is questionable with an ankle injury. Give me the Nuggets -1! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Pacers -3) 

This is simply too good a price to pass up on the Pacers at home against a mediocre opponent like the Hornets. Indiana fell way-behind and didn't cover in a 2-point win at home against the Magic in their last game. I think that is keeping this number much lower than it needs to be. It wasn't that big of a surprise to see the Pacers not play well against Orlando. The Magic are an awful team, so there's little to get excited about playing and they were coming off a huge game at Cleveland the night before. I expect a locked in Pacers side tonight, while the Hornets could be the ones struggling to get going. Charlotte is playing for the 3rd time in 4 days and fresh off a crushing 91-95 loss to division rival Miami. They are also mere 6-14 away from home on the season. Give me the Pacers -3! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Lakers +10) 

I'll take my chances here with the Lakers as a double-digit dog against the Raptors on Sunday. LA is playing some of their best basketball of the season right now. They have won 4 straight and are 8-2 in their last 10. However, they are just 19-29 overall and Toronto comes in at 32-15 and are perceived to have a huge home court advantage. The thing is the Raptors aren't playing well right now and it's not uncommon for teams to go into a funk before the All-Star break. Toronto is just 4-5 in their last 9 and have gone just 1-5 ATS in their last 6. Given how these two teams are playing, I wouldn't be shocked if the Lakers won this game outright. Give me LA +10! 

40* NCAAB BLOCKBUSTER BOOKIE KNOCKOUT (Georgia Tech +2.5) 

I think we are getting a great price here with Georgia Tech catching points at home against Clemson. The Yellow Jackets come in having lost 3 straight, but that's more of a result of their schedule taking a brutal turn for the worst. First they had to host Virginia, who might be the best team in the ACC and then had to play back-to-back road games at UNC and Florida St. Prior to that this team had turned a corner and I think we see a big time effort at home today. As for Clemson, they are struggling a bit right now. They have lost 3 of 5 and are just 2-4-1 ATS in their last 7. I think the wrong team is favored in this one. Give me the Yellow Jackets +2.5! 

40* NBA VEGAS LINE MISTAKE (Bucks -2)

I think Chicago is starting to feel the loss of starting point guard Kris Dunn, who had really turned a corner this season. He's still out with a concussion and the offense has sputtered without him here of late. However, I think the line here is reflecting how good the Bulls have been of late and the fact that while Milwaukee is off a win, they are just 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games. I just think the coaching change was a blessing for this team and they played one of their better games of the season last time out against the Nets, shooting 52% from the field and going 12 of 23 from long-distance. Antetokounmpo looked refreshed after the long layoff, scoring 41 points with 13 rebounds and 7 assists. I think he keeps it going and the Bucks aren't going to overlook this game having already lost twice at home to the Bulls. Give me Milwaukee -2! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (Wake Forest +9) 

I like this spot for the Demon Deacons, as they are getting a big number against a Louisville team that is coming off a crushing loss at Miami in their last game. The Cardinals led most of the way, but couldn't finish the job in a 3-point loss. Those games you let get away that you should have won are the toughest to bounce back from, especially against a mediocre team like Wake Forest and a massive game looming on deck at Virginia. Give me the Demon Deacons +9! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER ATS BLOWOUT (Hawks +5.5) 

Atlanta burned me last night. The Hawks led 110-109 with less than 3 minutes to play and were getting 7. They proceeded to allow the Hornets to close the game on a 13-0 run to win by 11. As bad as that was to stomach, I'm going to fire right back with them on Saturday at home against the Wizards. Washington isn't playing well at all right now and have a major problem of playing down to their competition. Wizards are just 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games vs a team with a losing record and 5-21-1 ATS in their last 27 road games vs a team with a losing home record. Give me the Hawks +5.5! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SHOCKER (Pistons +4) 

This line makes no sense. Oklahoma City has won 6 straight and covered 3 of their last 4, while Detroit has lost 6 straight and are 1-5 ATS during this stretch. The public won't be able to get to the ticket window fast enough to pound the Thunder. I'm going to side with the books here, who clearly see an edge for the Pistons in this one, or they would have set this line a lot higher given the state of these two teams. OKC is just 5-14 ATS vs the eastern conference this season and 2-11 ATS in their last 13 road games after 4 or more wins. Detroit is also 13-3 ATS in their last 16 when listed as a dog of 3.5 to 9 points. Give me the Pistons +4! 

50* NCAAB VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Rutgers +8.5) 

This Rutgers team is a lot better than they get credit for and I think they are going to give the Nittany Lions all they can handle this afternoon. Penn State is in a major letdown spot here after their 82-79 win at Ohio State as a 10-point dog, where they won the game on a last second shot at the buzzer. Prior to that win and cover the Nittany Lions had been way overvalued, as they failed to cover each of their previous 4 games and were just 1-6 ATS in their last 7 lined games. Penn State is also 0-6 ATS over the last 3 seasons when listed as a home favorite of 6.5 to 9 points, while Rutgers is 8-3 ATS in their last 11 after failing to cover their last game. Give me the Scarlet Knights +8.5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Alabama +2.5) 

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40* NCAAB SITUATIONAL ATS MASSACRE (Georgia +7.5) 

I think the price is right here to back the Bulldogs. Kansas State comes in riding high on a 3-game winning streak, which includes wins over Oklahoma, TCU and Baylor. They have also covered 5 straight. Georgia on the other hand is just 1-4 in their last 5. I believe all of that is playing into this inflated line here. I think the Bulldogs are going to be the more desperate team here, as they really need to win this game, while K-State is likely looking ahead to their home game against Kansas on Monday, where they have serious revenge from a 1-point loss at Kansas a few weeks back. Give me Georgia +7.5! 

40* NCAAB EARLY BIRD ATS NO BRAINER (Baylor +6.5) 

I think we are getting a big enough number here to take a shot on the Bears. Baylor is simply undervalued right now after going just 2-6 in their last 8 games. While a loss is a loss, 3 of those defeats were by 3-points or less and only 1 was by more than 10 points. Florida is a good team, but did just lose at home to a very mediocre South Carolina squad 72-77 as a 10.5-point favorite. Baylor is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games vs a team that's won more than 60% of their games and are 20-8-1 ATS in their last 29 road games vs a team with a winning home record. Give me the Bears +6.5! 

50* NBA BOOKIE KNOCKOUT GAME OF THE MONTH (Bulls -4) 

I've made a ton of money on the Bulls during their 15-10 run over their last 25 games and I think we are getting them at a great price at home tonight against the Lakers. Chicago comes in off an ugly showing on the road against the 76ers Wednesday. You could see that bad outing coming, as they had just played a grueling double-overtime game two days earlier at New Orleans and were sick about the loss after playing a 15+ point lead in the final 5 minutes. I think we see a completely different team take the floor tonight and we are getting value on the line because LA comes in having won 7 of 9, but that's a bit of fools gold with all but one of those wins coming at home. Lakers aren't nearly as good on the road and I think they struggle to keep this competitive. Give me the Bulls -4! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Nets +6.5) 

Brooklyn has been playing extremely well here of late and I think we are getting a great price to back them against the Bucks. Milwaukee just recently fired head coach Jason Kidd, which didn't sit well with the "Greek Freak" and I just question the direction of this team right now. They squeaked out a win at home against the Suns last time out, but failed to cover for their 7th time in their last 8 games. Brooklyn on the other hand has covered 3 straight and are 11-2-1 ATS in their last 14 games. Key here is because they aren't considered to a good team and the public doesn't trust them, especially on the road, we continue to see them undervalued. Nets are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 vs the east, 6-0 ATS in their last 6 on the road and 21-8 ATS in their last 29 vs a team with a winning record. Give me Brooklyn +6.5! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS ANNIHILATOR (Hawks +7) 

The Hawks have been playing much better here of late and I think we are getting a great price to back them against the Hornets. I haven't been impressed with Charlotte this season and they hav been overvalued often here of late. Hornets have failed to cover 3 straight. Atlanta did lose 93-108 at home to the Raptors last time out, but Toronto is one of the best teams in the league. That loss is actually a positive, as the Hawks are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 off a SU loss, 25-10 ATS in their last 35 off a double-digit loss at home and 9-1 ATS in their last 10 off a game where they failed to cover the spread. Hornets are just 8-19-1 ATS in their last 28 vs a team that's won less than 40% of their games and 1-4 ATS in their last 5 at home. Give me the Hawks +7! 

40* NCAAB BLOCKBUSTER ATS KNOCKOUT (Michigan +10) 

I'll take my chances here with the Wolverines as a double-digit dog against the Boilermakers. I just think we are seeing Purdue a little overpriced here due to their long winning streak and high national ranking. I know winning on the road in the Big Ten is no easy task, but we have seen this Wolverine team go on the road and knock off Michigan State by 10-points as a 9.5-point dog. They also have shown they can hang with this Boilermakers squad, losing by just 1-ponit at home to Purdue earlier this month. Coming off as easy as a win as they have had in Big Ten play at Iowa, I think the Boilermakers are on upset alert tonight. Give me the Wolverines +10!

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Connecticut +6) 

I'll take a shot here on the Huskies as a decently priced home dog against SMU. I know the Mustangs recently went on the road and beat Wichita State, but prior to that they were just 1-5 on the road. UConn is down this year, but are 8-2 at home and are going to be extremely motivated here after an ugly showing last time out at home against Villanova. SMU is 1-5 ATS in their last 6 road games vs a team that's just won 60% or more of their home games and 1-3-1 ATS in their last 5 off a SU win. Give me the Huskies +6! 

40* NBA LATE NIGHT ATS NO BRAINER (Blazers -2) 

Portland is worth a look here as a short home favorite against the Timberwolves. Minnesota has been playing well of late, but are expected to be without both Jimmy Butler and Jamal Crawford for this one. This is already a team that doesn't have a ton of depth and I just don't see the focus or energy being their without those two tonight, especially with tomorrow's big game against Golden State looming in the back of their minds. Portland has won 3 of 4 and 6 straight at home and will be out for revenge from a recent loss at Minnesota on 1/14. Give me the Blazers -2! 

50* NCAAB SEC GAME OF THE MONTH (Missouri -1.5) 

I think the line says it all here. Auburn comes into this game sitting at 17-2 overall, 5-1 in SEC play and ranked No. 19 in the country, yet are a dog to a Missouri side that is just 3-3 in their last 6 and fresh off an 11-point loss at Texas A&M. No question Auburn has been playing well, but a closer look at the schedule reveals they have had a relatively easy path so far and the books are telling you that with this line. I think we see Missouri come out fired up and catch Auburn sleep-walking a bit here and win this one going away. Give me Missouri -1.5! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER BOOKIE KNOCKOUT (Suns +7.5) 

Phoenix has quietly posted a 14-8 ATS mark on the road this season and have covered each of their last 3 on the road, including an outright win at Denver as a 9-point dog. Indiana comes in off a big upset win at San Antonio, but I think we see a flat Pacers team tonight, as they just recently finished up a 5-game west coast road trip and have a monster game on deck Friday night at Cleveland against LeBron and the Cavs. Suns are 7-2-1 ATS last 10 off a SU loss and 6-2 ATS in their last 8 road games vs a team with a winning home record. Pacers are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 when playing on 2 days rest and just 3-11 ATS in their last 14 games against Phoenix, including a 1-6 ATS mark in their last 7 at home vs the Suns. Give me Phoenix +7.5! 

40* NBA SITUATIONAL ATS SLAUGHTER (Hornets -2) 

Last time out the Pelicans pulled out a 132-128 win at home over the Bulls, but that was a game they had no business winning. Chicago blew a 17-point lead in the final 5 minutes and also missed a free throw that would have clinched it in the final seconds. New Orleans deserves credit for the comeback win, but it took 2 overtimes. Cousins logged 52 minutes, while Davis, Holiday, Moore and Miller all played 40+. I just don't think the Pelicans will be able to find the energy needed to win on the road over the Hornets. Charlotte has won 3 of their last 4 and 6 of 9 and are well rested playing their 4th straight at home. Give me the Hornets -2! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS BLOWOUT (S. Carolina +10.5) 

I think it's worth a shot here to jump on the Gamecocks as a double-digit dog against the Gators. I believe this is an ideal letdown spot for Florida, whose seniors just won for the first time at Kentucky last Saturday. A game you know the Gators had circled on their calendar for a long time. I think they have a hard time giving South Carolina the respect they deserve. As for the Gamecocks, I think we get an all-out effort here against the leaders of the SEC, especially off that loss at home to Tennessee, which wasn't a big surprise to me given they just upset Kentucky at home in their previous game. South Carolina is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 vs a team that's won more than 60% of their games, while the Gators are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 at home and 0-4-1 ATS in their last 5 at home against a team with a winning road record. Give me the Gamecocks +10.5! 

50* NCAAB ACC GAME OF THE MONTH (Georgia Tech +10)

The Yellow Jackets are worth a look here as a 10-point dog against the Seminoles. Georgia Tech is just 10-9 overall, but have got off to a strong 3-3 start in ACC play with their only losses coming at Notre Dame and UNC and at home to Virginia. The poor overall record has a lot to do with their top players not being in the lineup. Leading score Josh Okogie has missed 8  games and second leading scorer Tadric Jackson has missed 3. This has been a much different team with these two healthy and as well as FSU has been playing, this is simply too many points for Georgia Tech to be catching in a game they could win outright. Give me the Yellow Jackets +10! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS MASSACRE (Marquette +7) 

I'll take my chances here with Marquette as a decent sized road dog against Big East rival Xavier. The Golden Eagles will be out for revenge from a crushing 87-91 home loss to the Musketeers earlier this season. Most will just assume Xavier will win by more now that they are the home team, but Marquette won by 11 as a 3.5-point dog in their last trip to Xavier. I also like the fact that the Golden Eagles are fresh for this contest, as they haven't played since last Monday. Xavier on the other hand is playing for the 3rd time in the last week. Marquette is 4-1 ATS last 5 on the road, while the Musketeers are just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 after covering the spread in their previous game. Give me the Golden Eagles +7! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Wake Forest +10)

I think it's worth a shot here to back the Demon Deacons as a double-digit home dog against the Blue Devils. Duke is a team that is almost always overvalued and even more so when facing a team like the Demon Deacons, who has a losing record and come in having lost 5 straight and 7 of 8 overall. Not to mention the Blue Devils already beat Wake Forest at home by 18 earlier this month. Most will assume that Duke will just roll here, but I think this is the ideal scenario where the Blue Devils don't take their opponent seriously and end up having to scratch out a win. Keep in mind Duke has a massive game on deck with Saturday's home contest against Virginia. It's also worth noting that last time out the Blue Devils rolled Pitt, so they are feeling good about themselves. It's a spot they have struggled with in the past, as they are just 1-8 ATS over the last 3 seasons in road games after leading in their previous game by 15 or more points at the half. Give me Wake Forest +10! 

50* NCAAB VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Minnesota -2) 

I love this spot for Minnesota as a short home favorite against Northwestern. The Golden Gophers are just 1-5 in their last 6 games which came after an impressive 13-3 start to the season. A big reason for that is they lost Reggie Lynch to a suspension and Amir Coffey had missed the previous 5 before returning in their last game against Ohio State. With Coffey back in the lineup, I think the Gophers are going to be a tough out for any team at home, where they are 10-3 on the season. I especially like their chances here against Northwestern, who is just 2-6 on the road, where they are giving up 74.1 ppg and allowing their opponents to shoot 50% from the field. Give me the Gophers -2! 

40* NCAAB SITUATIONAL ATS MASSACRE (Ole Miss -2.5) 

I think it's worth a shot here to back the Rebels as a short home favorite against the Crimson Tide. Ole Miss is just 10-9 on the season, but are 9-3 at home and have been a covering machine here of late, going 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. While they are covering the number, they are just 2-4 SU in their last 6, which continues to have them undervalued. Alabama comes in having won 4 straight, but 3 of the 4 were at home. The Crimson Tide have a losing road record and could have a hard time here not looking ahead to Saturday's huge home game against Trae Young and the Sooners. I think the spot is right to back Ole Miss. Give me the Rebels -2.5!

50* NCAAB VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Baylor -5) 

I'll take my chances here with the Bears at home against the Wildcats on Monday. Baylor is just 2-5 in Big 12 play, but a big reason for that is they have had to play 4 of their first 7 conference games on the road. They are 2-1 at home with the only loss being a mere 3-point defeat to TCU. Kansas State has been playing well, but I think this team is in a really tough spot here coming off two huge games at home against TCU and Oklahoma and playing on the road here with just 1 day off. I think we see the Bears jump on the Wildcats early and end up winning here by double-digits. Give me Baylor -5! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER BOOKIE KNOCKOUT (Bulls +6.5) 

Chicago has been an absolute money-making machine since Mirotic returned from an injury. The Bulls have covered 5 straight and are 19-5 ATS in their last 24. I'm not saying they should be favored here at New Orleans, but 6.5 is too many points for a team that is more than capable of winning this game outright. Chicago has quietly put together a deep roster that has formed some great chemistry. They also play at a fast tempo and are great from behind the 3-point line, which is the new recipe for success in the NBA. Give me the Bulls +6.5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Nebraska +10.5)

I'll take my chances here with the Cornhuskers making a game of this and keeping it within single-digits against the Buckeyes. Ohio State has been a huge surprise and come in having won 7 straight and are a perfect 8-0 in Big Ten play. It's only a matter of time before this team slips up and I think we could see a flat Buckeyes team coming off their big game this Saturday against Minnesota at Madison Square Garden. Note that was Ohio State's 3rd straight on the road, as they haven't played at home in more than 10 days. 

Nebraska is a team that no one seems to want to give any respect too, but all they do is keep competing at a high level. The Cornhuskers are 7-2 in their last 9 games with the only losses being a 8-point defeat at Purdue and mere 2-point loss at Penn State. If this team can go on the road and keep it within single digits against the Boilermakers, they can do the same against Ohio State. Give me the Cornhuskers +10.5!

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER BOOKIE KNOCKOUT (Pistons -6) 

I think it's worth a shot here to lay the points with Detroit at home against the Nets. I know the Pistons come in off an ugly loss at home to the Wizards, but that's actually a positive when it comes to backing them here. That's because Detroit is a dominant 11-1 ATS in their last 12 off a double-digit home loss as a favorite and have won in this spot by just under 10.0 ppg. Give me the Pistons -6! 

40* NCAAB SHARP MONEY ATS SLAUGHTER (NC State +1) 

I think we are getting a great price here on NC State at home against Miami. The Hurricanes are the ranked team and thus are getting the respect on the line, but I don't think Miami should be favored at all here. The Wolfpack are 12-1 at home and seem to thrive at home against top tier teams like the Hurricanes. Miami is also not playing great at the moment. They come in off a crushing loss at home to Duke where they shot just 37.2% from the field and are just 1-3 SU in their last 4 and 2-5 ATS in their last 7. Hurricanes are also just 1-9 ATS in their last 10 road games in January. Give me the Wolfpack +1! 

50* NBA NON-CONFERENCE GAME OF THE MONTH (Wolves -3)

I was on the Timberwolves in their last game at Houston and they didn't show up to play. I got no problem firing right back with Minnesota here as a short home favorite against the Raptors. Toronto is playing on no rest and off a grueling defensive game against the Spurs yesterday. The Timberwolves have shown the ability to respond from a bad performance like they had against the Rockets. They are also a perfect 6-0 ATS in their last 6 at home, while the Raptors are a mere 3-7 ATS in their last 10 vs a team with a winning record. Give me the Timberwolves -3! 

40* NCAAB PRIME TIME ATS MASSACRE (Kentucky -3) 

I'll gladly take my chances here with Kentucky as a short home favorite against the Gators in prime time Saturday night. The Wildcats come in off an upset loss at South Carolina. That's only going to have them that much more locked in for this game. I know they might be missing a couple key players, but this team is loaded with talent. Kentucky is a perfect 11-0 at home this season and Florida has had their struggles away from home, including a 6-point loss at Ole Miss in their last road game. Wildcats are also 18-8 ATS in their last 26 home games vs a team with a winning record and have won these games by an average score of 84.5 to 67.7 (+16.8 ppg). Give me Kentucky -3! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER BOOKIE BLOWOUT (Hornets -4.5)

I think this is a great spot to not only jump on Charlotte, but to fade the Heat. The Hornets have found new life with the return of head coach Steve Clifford. They went on the road and beat the Pistons 118-107 on Monday and followed that up with a 133-109 thrashing of the Wizards at home on Wednesday. I see no reason for them to not keep it going here coming off 2 days of rest. As for Miami, they just lost last night in Brooklyn 95-101. This will be their 4th straight on the road and their 5th game in the last 7 days. Not to mention they have a big lookahead game on deck at Houston Monday. I think it's going to be hard for the Heat to match the energy of Charlotte here and we are getting a favorable line because of how well Miami had been playing. Give me the Hornets -4.5! 

40* NCAAB VEGAS ODDSMAKERS ERROR (TCU +2.5) 

I believe TCU is a team on a mission after starting out 1-4 in Big 12 play. They improved to 2-4 in their last game, destroying Iowa State 96-73 at home. As much respect as I have for K-State, I don't think they have the talent to stack up here against a locked in Horned Frogs team. On top of that I think this is a bit of a letdown spot for the Wildcats, who are coming off a huge win over Oklahoma at home. TCU is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games vs a team with a winning home record and the road team is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 in the series. Give me the Horned Frogs +2.5! 

50* NCAAB SHARP MONEY GAME OF THE MONTH (Northwestern -2.5) 

I think we are getting an exceptional price here to back the Wildcats at home against the Nittany Lions. Northwestern has been a different team at home than they have on the road and are a team that I think hasn't quite played up to their potential. I expect an all-out effort here by the Wildcats at home, as this is simply a game they can't afford to lose. Penn State on the other hand is a team that I think get's way too much respect, especially on the road. The Nittany Lions have failed to cover 3 straight and are just 1-5 ATS in their last 6 lined games. Northwestern is 11-3 ATS in their last 14 after failing to cover 2 straight games, 13-6 ATS in their lat 19 home games vs a team with a losing road record and 8-3 ATS in their last 11 off a SU loss. Take Northwestern! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (ISU +8)

I think we are getting a great price here to back the Cyclones at home against the Red Raiders on Saturday. Iowa State is being way undervalued here by the books due to a 1-5 start in Big 12 play and the fact that they are coming off an ugly 23-point loss at TCU. Prior to that they beat Baylor at home by 10 as a 3-point dog and lost by just 5 at Kansas as a 16-point dog. The Cyclones have one of the better home court advantages in the country and I think they are catching Texas Tech at the right time. The Red Raiders have lost 2 of 3 and are fresh off an ugly showing on the road against in-state rival Texas. I not only think the Cyclones do enough here to keep this within the number, but I like their chances of winning this game outright. Give me ISU +8! 

40* NCAAB EARLY BIRD ATS SLAUGHTER (Iowa +12) 

It's been a rough season for the Hawkeyes, but I think we are getting too many points with Iowa at home to pass up. Purdue comes in having won 14 straight and are fresh off a 28-point blowout win at home against Wisconsin. I just have a hard time seeing the Boilermakers being all that excited about playing this game as they are well aware of how big a favorite they are on the road. This is an Iowa team that has talent but just hasn't been able to put it all together for 40 minutes. I expect a rowdy home crowd and for the Hawkeyes to play as hard as they have all season in this game. It wouldn't shock me if they won the game outright, but more than anything I think they give the Boilermakers a scare here and are right there with a chance to win late. Give me the Hawkeyes +12! 

40* NBA LATE NIGHT ATS BLOWOUT (Pacers -2) 

I went against the Lakers on Wednesday against OKC and cashed in easily, as the Thunder 1on by 24 as a 9.5-point favorite. My biggest reason for that was LA not having Lonzo Ball. People think because he doesn't score a ton he won't be missed, but he does so many other things that help this team win. He gets them so many easy baskets in transition and is much better defensively than he gets credit for. I also think his pass-first mentality is contagious and when he's not on the floor the Lakers start playing more 1-on-1 ball. Not only will they not have Ball against the Pacers, but Caldwell-Pope is also out and Ingram and Kuzma are both questionable. If either Ingram or Kuzma doesn't play, I see no way the Lakers can even make this respectable. Give me Indiana -2! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Suns +9) 

I'll take my chances here with the Suns as a big road dog against the Nuggets. Denver came in with big expectations, but just haven't been able to live up to the hype. Not a lot was expected of the Suns, but when this team has had their core guys in the lineup they have been a much tougher out than expected. The only key cog not expected to be in the lineup tonight is Marquese Chriss. Denver on the other hand is still playing without Millsap and isn't expected to have Murray tonight. Murray is a big part of their offense and will be missed in this one. Suns are 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 off a SU loss and 4-1 TS in their last 5 on 2 days of rest. Give me Phoenix +9! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Wizards -1.5) 

I think now is the time to jump on Washington. Last time out the Wizards were embarrassed in a 109-133 loss at Charlotte. They allowed 77 first half points to the Hornets, which says a lot about their effort level in that game. Head coach Scott Brooks called out his players and that's the kind of loss a team can rally around. I expect a big time effort here from Washington on the road against the Pistons. Detroit has also been struggling, but it's not been a lack of effort. They just can't get healthy and have multiple guys on the injury report tonight. We know for sure they won't have Reggie Jackson and could be without both Avery Bradley and Stanley Johnson. Either way, I expect the Wizards to show up and take care of business. Give me Washington -1.5! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Wolves +5.5)

Even with Harden expected to be back for the Rockets tonight, I like the value here with Minnesota. The Timberwolves have really been playing well over the last month, as they are 12-4 over their last 16. I'm not concerned with the recent loss at Orlando, as that was a big letdown spot. What people overlook with the Harden return from injury is that he's going to be on a minutes restriction. Houston will also be without two key pieces in starter Trevor Ariza and reserve Gerald Green. The Rockets could also have a hard time not looking ahead to Saturday's big game at home against the Warriors. Minnesota has the offensive fire-power to hand with Houston and the defense has been much improved of late. Give me the Timberwolves +5.5! 

40* NCAAB LATE NIGHT ATS KNOCKOUT (Oregon -3.5) 

I'll be the first to admit that I wasn't high on the Ducks early on, as they had so many new faces that they needed to incorporate into the rotation. I wasn't wrong, as Oregon struggled out of the gates. I had a feeling Dana Altman would eventually get things turned around and the Ducks come into this one playing much better. Last time out they lost by only 7 on the road at Arizona. The game before that they upset Arizona State. Now they return home after 3 straight on the road and will be pumped up for this game against the Trojans. USC is a team everyone loved coming into the season, but things haven't clicked for them so far. I simply don't trust this team on the road in a hostile environment like the Matthew Knight Arena. Give me the Ducks -3.5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Ga Tech +8) 

I'm willing to roll the dice here with the red-hot Yellow Jackets as a near double-digit dog at home against Virginia. Big things were expected of this Georgia Tech team but injuries and suspensions kept them from playing up to their potential early. They have got all their key pieces back, most notably leading-scorer Josh Okogie and are starting to finally play to that potential. The Yellow Jackets come in having won 4 straight, which includes wins over both Miami and Notre Dame. This is a team that when they have it going like they do now can be extremely difficult to beat on their home floor. I know Virginia has been great so far, but I think we could see the Cavaliers lose outright tonight. Give me Georgia Tech +8! 

40* NCAAB BLOCKBUSTER ATS MASSACRE (Missouri -1.5) 

The fact that No. 21 Tennessee is a dog on the road against unranked Missouri really says it all. The public loves nothing more than to take ranked teams and will think they are getting value here with the Volunteers. My money is on the Tigers, who continue to play well in spite of the fact that they loss their star player in Michael Porter Jr. Last time out the Tigers lost by just 2 as a 5-point dog at Arkansas and have really looked good in SEC play. Tennessee is a good team and worthy of their ranking, but winning on the road in conference play is no easy task and I think the Vols are primed for a letdown here off 3 straight wins. Missouri is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 at home vs a team that's won more than 60% of their road games and the road team is just 1-5 ATS in the last 6 meetings in the series. Give me the Tigers -1.5! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Bulls +9) 

I'll take my chances here with the Bulls as a near double-digit dog against the Warriors. This is simply not the same Chicago team that started the year. This team caught fire once Mirotic and Portis got healthy, as it gave them two big time scorers off the bench. Mirotic has been the biggest difference maker with his outside shooting. Dunn has also been a huge factor in the turnaround for Chicago. Not to mention they look to have struck gold with rookie Lauri Markkanen. On top of all that they just recently got Zach LaVine back from injury and he's looked great in his first two starts, averaging 16 ppg, while shooting 57% from the field and 63% (5 of 8) on 3-pointers. This team is hungry and will give everything they got against the defending champs. I don't see the same energy here from the Warriors, who are rested Draymond and might also not have Iguodala. Not to mention they just got done playing the Bucks, Raptors and Cavs and have a game at Houston on deck. Give me the Bulls +9! 

40* NBA THUNDER/LAKERS ESPN NO BRAINER (Thunder -9.5) 

My money is on the Thunder to win here by double-digits against the Lakers. Say what you want about Lonzo Ball's shot, it's the other things that Ball does that makes him such a valuable piece to this Lakers team. He's an elite passer that can push the ball and generate some really easy baskets in transition. He also attacks the glass and is a better defender than he gets credit for. Without him on the floor the Lakers offense can struggle to find a rhythm, as they lose some of that pass-first mentality. Ball has missed 7 games and the Lakers have lost all 7 and 6 of the 7 have come by 9 or more points. OKC is still a work in progress, but they have shown some flashes here of late and I expect a big effort here at home in front of a national audience on ESPN. Give me the Thunder -9.5! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (Texas Tech -3) 

I have a lot of respect for this Texas team and how hard they play under Smart, but I just feel the loss of Andrew Jones is too much for this team to overcome in the long run. On top of that they won't have Kerwin Roach for this game, leaving them without two of their 4 double-digit scorers. Texas Tech comes in off a win over West Virginia to improve to 4-1 in Big 12 play, which includes a 12-point win at Kansas. This team is the real deal and I just don't think they are getting the respect they deserve in this spot. They also aren't going to overlook this game against their rivals. Tech would love nothing more than to lay it on the Longhorns on their home floor. Give me the Red Raiders -3!

50* NCAAB AAC GAME OF THE MONTH (Tulane +7.5) 

I think we are getting an exceptional price here to back the Green Wave at home against the Cougars. Houston comes in at 14-3, but that strong record has had them overvalued here of late. The Cougars are just 1-3 ATS in their last 4 and this is far from an ideal spot for Houston. It will be their second straight on the road and they only will have had two days off. They also have a monster game on deck against Wichita State this Saturday at home, making it that much harder to give Tulane their full attention. The Green Wave have lost their last two, but were competitive in both and have a win over SMU at home as a 8.5-point dog. I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if Tulane pulled out an outright win, but I'll gladly take the points as some added insurance. Give me the Green Wave +7.5! 

50* NCAAB VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Kansas St +2.5) 

Oklahoma has been the big surprise of college basketball and it's all result of the outstanding play of true freshman Trae Young. The media is going crazy over this kid and as a result it has the Sooners way overvalued, especially on the road here against a very good K-State team that just nearly won outright on the road against KU. I also don't love the spot for Oklahoma, who is coming off a grueling 102-97 win at home over TCU and have quite a trio of games on deck. First they play their in-state rival Oklahoma State on the road, then they host Kansas and after that travel out of conference to take on Alabama. All of that in a 7-day span. If they are going to come out flat, this would be the game and even if they show up and play well, I still like Kansas State to win this game. Give me the Wildcats +2.5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER on UCF +8 

I think we are getting a great price here to back the Knights at home against the Bearcats. Cincinnati comes in at 15-2 and are simply getting way too much respect here against a good UCF team that is very tough to beat on their floor.  The Knights are 8-1 at home this season, where they are outscoring teams by more than 10 ppg. Both of the Bearcats losses have come away from home. The last real road test they had was at Temple back on 1/4 and they barely escaped with a 2-point win as a 7.5-point favorite. The same Temple team that UCF defeated in their last home game 60-39. The Knights also beat the Bearcats at home a year ago as a dog and are 22-11 ATS in their last 33 home games with a perfect 8-0 ATS mark in their last 8 home games when they come in having won 3 of their last 4. Take UCF! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Jazz -4) 

The Jazz are a team that I think is undervalue right now, especially in this spot at home. Utah hasn't been great of late, but they have also played 12 of their last 16 games on the road. They are 13-7 at home on the season, outscoring teams by nearly 7 ppg. They should be refreshed playing on 2 days of rest and extremely motivated to get back on track with a victory here. Indiana comes in off a big 23-point win and cover at Phoenix last night, but are now playing on no rest and their 3rd game in 4 nights. A situation that is even more difficult in Utah with the thin air. I look for a very flat Pacers team to take the floor and fully expect the Jazz to runaway with this one. Give me Utah -4! 

40* NBA 'WARRIORS/CAVS' ATS SLAUGHTER (Cavs +6) 

I'm willing to take a shot here on Cleveland as a 6-point home dog against the Warriors. As bad as the Cavs have been playing here of late, I think a lot of that is due to a lack of motivation more than anything, especially on defense. I look for Cleveland to be 100% locked in for this game and actually think they win the game outright. Golden State is just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 vs a team that's won more than 60% of their games and the Cavs are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 at home vs a team with a winning road record. Give me Cleveland +6! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS MASSACRE (Maryland +7) 

I think the price is right here to take a shot on the Terrapins. Michigan has been a big surprise in Big Ten play and are fresh off a 82-72 upset win on the road over in-state rival Michigan State on Saturday. That came after a massive home game against Purdue just a few days prior. I see this as a big letdown spot for the Wolverines and that's going to make it hard for them to cover this big number. In fact, I don't think it's out of the question that Maryland wins this game outright. One thing is for sure, we are going to get a big time effort here from the Terps off that blowout loss at Ohio State last Thursday. Note that Maryland has had 3 days off before this game, while Michigan is playing on just 1 day of rest. Give me the Terrapins +7! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS BLOWOUT (LSU -4) 

For those of you who haven't been paying attention, Will Wade is doing work in his first year at LSU. Wade has a track record of winning and he's got the Tigers playing better than anyone expected. Last time out LSU went on the road and rolled Arkansas 75-54 as a 10-point dog. The previous game they won 69-68 at Texas A&M as a 6.5-point dog. Their only loss in league play is a mere 3-point home loss to Kentucky. Alabama is a team that had some lofty expectations, but are just 5-6 in their last 11 after a 5-0 start to the season. Most of the struggles for the Crimson Tide have come on the road, where they are just 3-5. Last time out they lost by 19 at Georgia. LSU is 7-2 at home with one of those losses being the previously mentioned game against Kentucky. Tigers will be motivated for their first win at home in SEC play and I think they get it in convincing fashion. Give me LSU -4! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS ANNIHILATOR (Bulls -1) 

I'll take my chances here with Chicago as a slim 1-point home favorite against the Pistons. The Bulls cooled off a bit after that ridiculous stretch where they covered 13 of 14, but a lot of that is the oddsmakers started to adjust. They are still playing well and are fresh off a 122-119 win at New York as a 5-point dog. They have played the last couple games without Mirotic, whose return from injury is what sparked their huge turnaround. Not only is he expected to play on Saturday, but Zach LaVine will be making his season debut. This a very deep and underrated Bulls roster. I think they make easy work of Detroit, who has struggled to string together wins and are playing their 3rd straight on the road. Pistons are also still shorthanded with Reggie Jackson and Jon Leuer both out with injuries. Give me the Bulls -1! 

50* NCAAB SEC GAME OF THE MONTH (Arkansas -5)

Last time out the Razorbacks looked like they just assumed that LSU was going to hand them a win on their home floor. The Tigers caught Arkansas by surprise, like they have a lot of teams, and came away with a 75-54 win. It was the Razorbacks first loss at home this season, as they had started out 8-0. It was also Arkansas' third straight loss, leaving that at 1-3 in SEC play. I think we get a desperate Razorback team on Saturday when they host Missouri, who I think is primed for a letdown off two big home games against Florida and Georgia. The most recent being a 12-point win over the Bulldogs. The Tigers are just 1-5 ATS in their last 6 following a win, while Arkansas is 13-5 ATS in their last 18 after a game where they failed to cover. I think we get a huge performance here from the home team and could see this turning into a blowout. Give me the Razorbacks -5! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS SLAUGHTER (Oklahoma St -2) 

I just think it's asking a lot for Texas to go on the road and keep this close against the Cowboys on Saturday. The Longhorns got some horrible news leading up to Wednesday's home game against No. 16 TCU. Star guard Andrew Jones was diagnosed with cancer. Texas put forth a remarkable effort for their teammate and managed to escape with a 99-98 double-overtime win. This team has to be both emotionally and physically drained from the events this week. Oklahoma State isn't going care about their situation once the ball is tipped and the Cowboys desperately need a win after a 1-3 start in league play. It hasn't been an easy slate early, as they have had to play both Kansas State and Oklahoma on the road and host West Virginia. The lone win was at home over ISU by 9-points. I think we see a similar type outcome here with the Cowboys winning by double-digits. Give me Oklahoma State -2! 

40* NBA ROCKETS/SUNS ESPN ANNIHILATOR (Rockets -7) 

I got no problem laying what mike look like a big number on the Rockets tonight. I know Phoenix has been playing better of late, but injuries are once again starting to mount up for the Suns. Josh Jackson, Marquese Chriss and Isaiah Canaan are all out for this game. I know Houston is without James Harden, but Chris Paul has stepped into his role and is putting up big time numbers. There's still a really strong supporting cast here with the Rockets and I expect a big effort from Houston with this being a nationally televised game on ESPN. Rockets are 14-3 ATS in their last 17 road games off a home win and last time they visited the Suns they beat them 142-116. Give me Houston -7! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Knicks +9) 

I'll gladly take my chances here with New York catching a big number here against the Timberwolves. Despite the fact the Knicks are just 2-8 in their last 10, I've seen some positive signs from them here of late. They could be getting back a key piece in Tim Hardaway Jr tonight and should have some fresh legs playing just their second game in the last 5 days. More than anything, I think the Timberwolves will have a hard time getting up for this game. No denying that Minnesota has been playing well, but they just played two monster games at home against the Cavs and Thunder, blowing both teams out. It's only human nature to not bring the same energy with a step down in competition and the Wolves are just 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 home games against a team with a losing road record and are a staggering 8-22-1 ATS in their last 31 vs the Eastern Conference. Give me the Knicks +9! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Jazz +4) 

I'll take my chances here with Utah getting points in Charlotte. I'm well aware of the fact that the Jazz have gone just 4-13 over their last 17 games, but when you take a closer look at the schedule it's easy to see why they would have struggled. Out of those 17 games, only 5 have come at home and 4 of those home games were against the likes of the Rockets, Spurs, Thunder and Cavs. The other was against the Pelicans, which came in a brutal spot after they had just played the Warriors and Cavs their previous two games and were off an upset win over Cleveland. I think this a better team than people give them credit for and I haven't seen a whole lot out of Charlotte to get me excited. The Hornets have been equally bad over the last 30 days and are just 2-7 in their last 9 home games. Utah is 5-0 ATS in their last 5 vs the Eastern Conference and 7-2 ATS in their last 9 off  a win (won at Wash last time out). Hornets just 2-8 ATS in their last 10 at home. Give me Utah +4! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS BLOWOUT (Washington St +3) 

I'll gladly take my chances here with the Cougars catching points at home against the Cardinal. Stanford is getting a ton of love here due to the fact that they just upset UCLA and USC at home in a span of just 4 days. On the flip side, Washington State is undervalued due to the fact that they have lost 3 straight, but two of those were true road games at UCLA and USC and the other a mere 5-point loss at home to in-state rival Washington, who has been playing extremely well. I expect a big time effort here from the Cougars at home, as they try to get their first conference win, while Stanford is primed for a letdown and are 0-4 away from home this season, which includes a loss at Long Beach State as a 6.5-point favorite in their only true road game so far. Give me Washington State +3! 

50* NCAAB PAC-12 GAME OF THE MONTH (Oregon St +15) 

The perception here is that Arizona is just going to return home off that upset loss to Colorado and lay a beating on Oregon State. I'm not buying it. Don't get me wrong, I'm not calling for a win here by the Beavers. I just think 15 points is way too much. Oregon State is playing with a ton of confidence off a 76-64 win at home against Oregon. Completing a 3-game stretch where they also knocked beat Colorado by 19 and and lost by just 2 to Utah. The matchup zone the Beavers are playing has really caused problems for opponents. Oregon State is only giving up 62.3 ppg and holding teams to just 38.6% shooting in their 3 conference games. In comparison, Arizona is allowing 80 ppg and teams are shooting 45% vs them in league play. I think that edge defensively lets the road team hang around. Give me the Beavers +15! 

40* NBA VEGAS ATS MASSACRE (Cavs -3) 

Last time out the Cavs got embarrassed 99-127 at Minnesota. Any time you have LeBron and Cleveland off an ugly loss like that, it's hard not to like them, not matter who they are playing. Even more so when it's a nationally televised game against an opponent ahead of them in the standings. No question Toronto has been flying under the radar for a good portion of this season, but you are hearing more and more about this team over the last week and I think they are way overvalued here with Kyle Lowry doubtful to play with a back injury and Serge Ibaka out via a suspension. I'm sure the Raptors will play hard at home, I just don't think it will be enough against a rested Cavs team that has had the last 2 days off. Give me Cleveland -3! 

50* NBA EASTERN CONF GAME OF THE MONTH (Pacers -5) 

I think we are getting an exceptional price here to back the Pacers at home against the Heat. Miami comes in having won 5 straight with the most recent being an upset win at Toronto last night. They won on a last second shot to take down the Raptors 90-89 in a very physical game that saw players ejected. One of which was James Johnson, who is doubtful to suit up tonight because of a looming suspension. They also so guard Tyler Johnson suffer a shoulder injury that has him listed as questionable. Not to mention Justise Winslow and Dion Waiters are both still out with injuries. This is the definition of a letdown game for the Heat, who get a much-needed 3-day break following this contest. Indiana has won two straight in blowout fashion after losing 5 in a row. Both wins have come since Oladipo returned to the lineup and he's the spark plug that gets this team going. Myles Turner isn't expected to play, but Sabonis is more than capable of filling in and I look for Indiana to lay it on Miami tonight. Give me the Pacers -5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (UConn +1) 

I think it's worth a shot here to back the Huskies at basically a pick'em at home against the Knights. While UConn is down this year, I don't think they are as bad as a lot of people think. Out of their 7 losses, 6 have come on the road and they weren't exactly against bad teams, as they were against Michigan St, Arkansas, Syracuse, Arizona, Auburn and Tulsa. Their lone loss at home came against Wichita St, where they covered as a 10.5-point dog. I think this is a team that can make some noise in AAC play and it starts here against UCF. The Knights aren't a bad team, but they are getting way too much respect here. Keep in mind the Huskies have won 4 straight in the series and are 10-1 in the last 11 with a 5-0 streak in their last 5 at home vs UCF. Give me UConn +1!

40* NCAAB VEGAS ATS MASSACRE (Ga Tech -1) 

I give a lot of props to the Irish for how well they have played in the two games without their best player in Bonzie Colson, who was lost for the year. They also won their last game without senior guard Matt Farrell, who will be out again tonight. I just don't see Notre Dame being able to keep it going, especially in their second road game in just 4 days. Georgia Tech is a team that has underachieved to this point, in large part because of injuries. They are close to full strength now and showcased their potential last week in a 64-54 upset win at home over a very good Miami team. They followed that up with a 14-point win and cover at home over Yale on the weekend and I look for them to come out looking to make a statement here against the Irish and to do just that. Give me the Yellow Jackets -1! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER ATS BLOWOUT (Lakers -6.5) 

I was on the Lakers in their last game, were they cruised to a 132-113 win at home over Atlanta as a 3.5-point favorite. It came right after all the negative publicity came out with LaVar Ball and how the Lakers' players didn't want to play for Walton. To no surprise, the players rallied around their coach and had one of their best efforts of the season. I think there's a good chance they carry over that attitude and motivation to this game against the Kings, which is why I think it's worth the risk to lay this big of a number on a team that is 1-9 in their last 10 games. Kings aren't any good and are in an ideal letdown spot here off a crushing 100-107 loss last night at home to the Spurs, where they blew a 5-point lead with just 4 minutes to play. I think this could get really ugly in a hurry. Give me the Lakers -6.5! 

40* NCAAB PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Baylor +9.5) 

I think it's worth a shot here to back Baylor as a big road dog against the Mountaineers. West Virginia is a good team, there's no denying that. I just think this is a tough spot for the Mountaineers coming off that huge game at home Saturday against then No. 7 Oklahoma and a game at No. 8 Texas Tech looming on deck this Saturday. Baylor might not be ranked, but the Bears are 11-4 and fresh off a 69-60 win at home against Texas and have showcased well against the top teams they have faced like TCU, Xavier, Wichita St and Creighton. The Bears have also won 3 of the last 5 in the series and are 18-7 ATS in their last 26 road games, while WVU is a mere 2-5-1 ATS in their last 8 off a cover. Give me Baylor +9.5! 

50* NCAAB BIG 10 GAME OF THE MONTH (Indiana Pk) 

I'll gladly take my chances here with the Hoosiers at a pick'em at home against Penn State. Indiana  has a 9-7 record and some ugly losses on their resume, but most of those struggles have come on the road. The Hoosiers are 7-3 at home and are coming off an impressive 75-71 win at Minnesota as a 8-point dog in their last contest. The Nittany Lions won big at home against Northwestern in their last game, but have not been the same team on the road as they have at home. I think Indiana takes control of this game early and cruises to an easy win. Give me the Hoosiers PK! 

40* NBA NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (Bulls +5.5) 

I think this is a great spot to jump back on the Bulls, who were just annihilated in their last game at Indiana 86-125. That wasn't a big surprise, at least not to me. Chicago was playing the 2nd game of a back-to-back on the road and the Pacers were 100% locked in after losing 5 straight and extremely motivated getting Oladipo back in the lineup. I think we get a big time effort here from the Bulls at home against the Rockets, even with Houston missing Harden. Rockets are getting a ton of respect, despite the fact that they aren't playing well, as they are just 2-7 in their last 9 games. I think Chicago can keep it close and I like their chances of winning this one outright. Give me the Bulls +5.5! 

40* NBA PUBLIC ATS SLAUGHTER (Pacers -1.5) 

Indiana comes in off an impressive 125-86 win at home over the Bulls, but I still think they are way undervalued here due to the fact that they are just 1-5 SU over their last 6. The biggest reason for the Pacers struggles was the absence of leading scorer Victor Oladipo, who had missed the previous 4 games before returning against Chicago and scoring 23 points on 9 of 11 shooting in just 24 minutes. I think this team is going to go on a run here now that he's back and will be an especially good bet at home. Milwaukee gets a ton of love and are off a big win at Washington, but are just 8-10 overall away from home on the season and haven't exactly been able to string together strong performances, as they are just 6-7 in their last 13. This is also the bucks 3rd game in 4 days, while Indiana is playing only their 2nd game in 5 days. Give me the Pacers -1.5! 

40* NBA LATE NIGHT BOOKIE CRUSHER (Lakers -3.5) 

I'll take my chances here with the Lakers winning this one at home over the Hawks by at least 5 points. LA hasn't been playing well, but a tough schedule and significant injuries have played a big part in that. Atlanta's the kind of team you can get right against. While the Hawks are a respectable 10-8 ATS on the road this season, that's because they are usually getting a bunch of points. Atlanta is only 3-17 SU away from home and there's no real excuse for their poor play other than they just don't have much talent to work with. I simply think this game means too much to the Lakers for the Hawks to keep it close. Give me LA -3.5! 

50* NCAAB VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY (Iowa +8) 

I know it's been an ugly start for the Hawkeyes in Big Ten play, but I believe it has Iowa way undervalued here on the road against the Terps. The Hawkeyes aren't just capable of keeping this within the number, but could easily win this game outright. Maryland isn't an elite team by any means and were just annihilated in their last game, losing by 30 to Michigan State. I think they have a tough time picking themselves up, while we can count on an all out effort here from Iowa, as they don't want to fall to 0-5 in Big Ten play. Give me the Hawkeyes +8! 

50* NCAAB BIG 12 GAME OF THE MONTH (West Virginia -4.5) 

It's been quite a run here by Trae Young and the Sooners, but I just feel there's too much value here with the Mountaineers laying a short number at home. WVU Coliseum is one of the most difficult places in college basketball for opposing teams to get a win and I believe the defensive pressure and likely face-guarding is going to be a problem for Young. West Virginia is going to do whatever it takes to get the ball out of Young's hands and not let him get it back. I just don't think Oklahoma can keep this close without him having a monster game and even if he does play well I like the Mountaineers chances of winning here by at least 5. Keep in mind last time on the road for the Sooners they were very fortunate to escape with a win at TCU as they trailed by 13-points in that contest. West Virginia won't let them back in it. They are 7-0 at home, where they are averaging 90.4 ppg and giving up just 58.7 ppg. That defense will be the key, as Oklahoma isn't very good on that side of the ball (allowing 83 ppg on the road). Give me the Mountaineers -4.5! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS KNOCKOUT (Boston College -4) 

The Eagles come in having lost their last two, but there's nothing to be ashamed about either of those losses. The first as a 58-59 defeat at Virginia as a 15.5-point dog. They followed that up by losing by just 4 at home to Clemson as a 5.5-point dog. Keep in mind this a team that knocked off Duke at home back in early December as a 15-point dog. I just love the way this team is playing and think they are catching Wake Forest at the perfect time. The Demon Deacons come in off a cover and win at home over Syracuse, but it came at a price, as Keyshawn Woods suffered a knee injury and is listed as doubtful for this game. Woods is one of just two players for Wake Forest that is averaging double-figures, making him really hard to replace. This is also a big letdown spot for the Demon Deacons. Their last 3 games have been against Tennessee, UNC and Syracuse and next week they have to host Va Tech and play at Duke in a span of just 5 days. Give me the Eagles -4!

40* NCAAB BLOCKBUSTER ATS NO BRAINER (Syracuse -6) 

I'll take my chances here with Syracuse. This might seem like a big number for the Orange to be laying against a talented team like Notre Dame, who is 12-3 and fresh off a 88-58 blowout win at home over Nc State in their first game without star forward Bonzie Colson. It's one thing to play well without Colson at home, I just don't see them doing so on the road, especially with senior guard Matt Farrell also out with an ankle injury. Not a ton of hype surrounding this Syracuse team so far this season, but they are 12-3 and going to be highly motivated coming off a loss at Wake Forest. They are also a dominant 10-1 at home, where they are outscoring teams by 10+ points/game. Give me the Orange -6! 

40* NBA LATE NIGHT ATS MASSACRE (Lakers +2.5)

It's been a rough stretch here for the Lakers, who have lost 8 straight, but injuries and a tough stretch in the schedule are to blame for that. LA got back Brook Lopez last game and will get back Lonzo Ball tonight. Say what you want about Ball's scoring struggles, he's a big part of getting this offense going in transition. He was also shooting much better before the injury and I think a lot of that is confidence. I also love the fact that this team is coming off a 37-point loss at home to the Thunder, where Kuzma called out the team's effort. I expect this team to lay it all on the line and the Hornets are definitely a team they can handle. Charlotte is coming off a big win, but are just 4-13 on the road this season. Give me the Lakers +2.5! 

40* NBA BLOCKBUSTER ATS KNOCKOUT (Bulls +5)

Chicago has failed to cover each of their last two games after a ridiculous stretch that saw the Bulls go 13-1 ATS over a 14 game stretch. While they haven't covered the last two, they have continued to play the same brand of basketball that led to this big turnaround. I think they are definitely worth a look here as a decently priced road dog here against a Mavs team that is in a prime letdown spot after a crushing 122-125 loss at home to the Warriors. Dallas is also just 1-11 ATS in their last 12 games vs a team that's won fewer than 40% of their games. Chicago on the other hand is 7-1 ATS in their last 8 road games and 5-0-1 ATS in their last 6 vs a team with a losing record. Give me the Bulls +5! 

50* NBA VEGAS SHARP MONEY TOP PLAY ( Heat -5)

Miami's not a team that gets a ton of hype or love from the media, but this team is quietly sitting at 20-17 despite dealing with a ton of injuries. They are still missing a couple key pieces in Winslow and Waiters, but have more than enough talent here to put away the Knicks at home. Porzingis has came out and flat out said he's tired and I don't see him being rejuvenated here on just 1-day of rest, as this will be the Knicks 3rd game in 4 nights and their 5th road game in the last 6 games overall. Miami is 9-4 over their last 13 and are going to take this one seriously after losing to New York in the last meeting. Heat are 25-11 ATS in their last 36 revenging a same season loss and let's not forget the Knicks are a miserable 3-13 SU on the road this season, where they are getting outscored by just under 10 ppg. Give me Miami -5! 

40* NCAAB NO DOUBT ATS SLAUGHTER (Tulane +8.5) 

The Green Wave are definitely worth a look here as a near double-digit home dog against the Mustangs. Tulane is one of the more improved teams in the AAC this season and they showed that right away with a 85-75 win at Temple as a 10-point dog. Not a big surprise to see them come out flat the very next game and lose at home to Tulsa. I'm confident we get a big time effort here from the Green Wave and they are catching SMU in a great spot. The Mustangs are going to have a big head after a 40-point win at home over USF and will have a hard time taking this game seriously with the massive game on deck at Cincinnati this Sunday. If SMU isn't careful, they could lose this one outright. Give me Tulane +8.5!