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03-10-20 | Predators -108 v. Canadiens | Top | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 18 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Nashville Predators. The Habs have played hard lately, but injuries have taken their toll. Despite their best efforts, they are due to miss the playoffs once again in 2020. The Predators still have a lot of work to do if they hope to reach the post-season, but they are on the right track. They are coming off back to back shutout wins over Dallas in a home and home series. The Habs have lost back to back games by a combined score of 8-1 in Florida versus the Panthers and the Lightning. Leading scorer Thomas Tatar didn't play in either of those games, and his status remains in question. It's all a little too little too late for Montreal. Take NAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-10-20 | North Carolina -180 v. Virginia Tech | 78-56 | Win | 100 | 6 h 6 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Tar Heels. North Carolina had a terrible season, but they did finish strong down the stretch. The Tar Heels had won three straight before losing 89-76 at Duke. They scored an average of over 80 points in their last five games, while the Hokies averaged less than 60 points per game in their last five overall. Virginia Tech lost five of their final six games. Injuries were a problem for the Tar Heels all year, but Cole Anthony and Garrison Brooks were healthy down the stretch. The Hokies are 2-12 ATS in their last 14 games overall, and they have failed to cover in six straight as an underdog. They are 2-8 straight up in their last 10 versus UNC. Take UNC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-09-20 | St. Mary's v. BYU -4 | 51-50 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 17 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the BYU Cougars. The Cougars are winners of nine straight, and they have score over 81 points per game in their last five overall. During their winning streak they have wins over Saint Mary's and Gonzaga. The Gaels are 2-5-1 ATS in their last 8 games overall, and they are 5-13 ATS in their last 18 games as an underdog. The Gaels are 8-21 ATS in their last 29 neutral site games as an underdog. The Cougars are 15-6 ATS in their last 21 games overall, abd they are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 games as a favorite. Take BYU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-09-20 | Bucks v. Nuggets -190 | 95-109 | Win | 100 | 11 h 6 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Denver Nuggets. After the Lakers beat the Clippers last night at the Staples Center, they cemented themselves as a consensus favorite to win the NBA Championship. But did you know that Denver actually has a better home record than LA? In fact over the last five seasons, Denver has the best home record in the NBA. Tonight they host the Milwaukee Bucks without Giannis, and they should be ready to make a statement here. The Bucks have failed to cover in four straight road games, and they are 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall. Milwaukee is 6-13-1 ATS in the last 20 meetings in Denver. Take DEN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-09-20 | San Francisco +13 v. Gonzaga | 77-81 | Win | 100 | 11 h 44 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the San Francisco Dons. The Bulldogs are a double digit favorite here against San Francisco, after beating the Dons in both regular season meetings. The game at San Francisco was close, decided by just four points. Now the Bulldogs have little to gain here, and the Dons have everything to play for. We should expect this game to be somewhat close. The Dons are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven neutral site games. The Bulldogs are 0-4 ATS in their last four neutral site games. The Dons are 5-2-1 ATS in their last eight neutral site games as an underdog. Take SF. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-09-20 | Coyotes v. Jets -118 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 14 h 54 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Winnipeg Jets. I had the Jets in a recent home game against Buffalo and they came through for me. Here is what I said prior to their win over the Sabres: "The Buffalo Sabres will play their fourth game on this current road trip, looking to end a three game losing streak. It won't come easy in Winnipeg, where the Jets have won three straight. The Sabres are 5-13 in the last 18 meetings in Winnipeg, and they have lost six of their last seven versus Western Conference teams. This is a must win game for the Jets who are involved in a crowded race for the final playoff spot in the West. This is also a revenge game after losing 2-1 at Buffalo in the last head to head meeting. " A home game against Arizona in a similar spot, and I expect a similar result. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-08-20 | Raptors -5.5 v. Kings | 118-113 | Loss | -109 | 16 h 54 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Toronto Raptors. The Kings are coming off a double digit win at Portland last night, setting them up for a let down here at home in the second game of a back to back. The Raptors have won 19 of their last 23 games overall. Here is what I said about Toronto prior to their season opener: "There is no doubt that Kawhi Leonard deserved plenty of credit for bringing a title to Toronto, but I believe that there is a false narrative that he did it by himself. Many people question how competitive the Raptors can be without Kawhi. I would point out that last year they actually had a higher winning percentage in games he missed due to load management, than they did in the games he played. This is also a team that finished at or near the top of the Eastern Conference several seasons in a row prior to the arrival of Kawhi. Players like Fred Van Fleet and Pascal Siakam should be primed to thrive in a greater role. I caution against sleeping on the Raptors, and I'll take them in a home opener against the short-handed Pelicans." That looks like a pretty solid read right about now. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-08-20 | Elon v. William & Mary -4.5 | 68-63 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 50 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on CWM. |
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03-08-20 | Lakers v. Clippers -135 | 112-103 | Loss | -135 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Clippers. The Clippers have won both previous meetings, and they come into today's game looking far stronger than they have all season. They picked up Marcus Morriss, and Pat-Bev is back in the lineup. They are coming off a double digit win over Houston, holding James Harden to 16 points on 4-of-17 shooting. He was 0-for-8 from beyond the arc in the loss. The Lakers really need this game, but the Clippers are going to want it just as bad. I bet on the Clippers in the last two meetings, and I still think they are the better team. I expect Kawhi to be better than LeBron, and the Clippers to make it a 3-0 sweep. Take LAC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-08-20 | Manchester City v. Manchester United OVER 2.75 | 0-2 | Loss | -117 | 15 h 2 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Over 2.5. The Manchester Derby should be a classic. City is coming off five straight wins while United has three wins an a pair of draws in their last five matches. Bruno Fernandez has really turned things around for the Red Devils, scoring in three of his four starts. Manchester United scored a dozen goals in those games. They will need all the goals they can get against a Manchester City club that leads the Premier League in scoring. The last Manchester Derby at Old Trafford saw City win by a score of 3-1, and I think we'll see a similar high score here this Sunday. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-08-20 | Pepperdine v. St. Mary's OVER 144.5 | 82-89 | Win | 100 | 15 h 52 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Over 144.5. Pepperdine is coming off an 84-73 win over Santa Clara, and I expect to see another high score here in Las Vegas when they play St. Mary's. The Gaels won 78-69 at Pepperdine earlier this season, the over is 19-7 in the Gaels last 26 overall. St. Mary's is coming off an 86-76 loss to Gonzaga, and the over is 6-1 in the Gaels last seven games following a straight up loss. The over is 5-1 in the Waves last six neutral site games, and they have gone over in 10 of their last 14 as an underdog. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Devils v. Rangers -183 | 6-4 | Loss | -183 | 19 h 58 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the New York Rangers. The Rangers are back in the hunt for a playoff spot after winning six of their last nine overall. They are two points back of the eighth place New York Islanders heading into Saturday's home game versus New Jersey. The Devils are coming off a home win over St. Louis on Friday, setting them up for a let down here in the second game of a back to back. They have lost four in a row at MSG, and the home team is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings. The Devils are 17-37 in their last 54 games following a win. Take NYR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Sabres v. Flyers -220 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 57 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Philly. The Flyers have won eight straight, and they are hosting a Buffalo Sabres team that has lost five straight. The Sabres are a woeful 0-for-13 on the power play over their last six games. They face a Flyers team that boasts the best home record in the NHL (24-5-4). The home team is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings between these teams, and the Sabres have lost five in a row in the City of Brotherly Love. Take PHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Utah State v. San Diego State OVER 130 | 59-56 | Loss | -109 | 8 h 27 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Over 130. |
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03-07-20 | Oklahoma State v. Texas -180 | 81-59 | Loss | -180 | 7 h 15 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Texas Longhorns. Texas comes into Saturday's home game against Oklahoma State as winners of five straight. Some impressive results during that span include wins at Texas Tech and Oklahoma, and a home win over West Virginia. The Cowboys have won back to back games at home, but they have lost their last two road games and they are just 4-7 on the road. They have lost four straight at Texas dating back to 2015. The Cowboys are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games as an underdog, and they are 2-7 ATS in their last nine games following a straight up win. Take TEX. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Louisville v. Virginia | 54-57 | Win | 100 | 10 h 4 m | Show | |
This is a 8* play on the Virginia Cavs. The defending champs are playing like contenders down the stretch, coming into Saturday's home game versus Louisville as winners of seven straight. Louisville on the other hand has lost three in a row on the road. They lost by double digits to Clemson and Florida State, and lost 64-58 at Georgia Tech. They beat the Cavs at home in February, but they had lost nine straight to Virginia prior to that. They are 0-5 straight up in their last five at Virginia, and they covered the spread in just one of those games. The Cardinals are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games as an underdog. Take UVA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Predators +1.5 v. Stars | 1-0 | Win | 100 | 9 h 57 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Nashville +1.5. The Predators are coming off a 2-0 home win over Dallas, and they will be the underdog here in Dallas in the second leg of this home and home series. The Stars rank near the bottom of the league in goals scored, and they really struggle to score during 5-on-5 play. The Predators have seen seven of their last 11 games decided by one goal, so a close game here would be no surprise. Dallas has seen eight of their last 11 games decided by just one goal. Take NASH. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Baylor v. West Virginia | 64-76 | Win | 100 | 8 h 58 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the West Virginia Moutaineers. A few weeks ago the Baylor Bears were ranked #1 in the country, and they looked unbeatable. They might have peaked too early though, as they have been pretty average since. Baylor comes into Morgantown as losers of two of their last four, and they only covered the spread in one of those games. This isn't an easy place to play, and the Mountaineers are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 home games. Baylor did win it's last game in West Virginia, but the Bears had lost four straight at Morgantown prior to that. This just looks like a tough spot for a Baylor team that hasn't been that sharp lately. Take WVU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Brighton & Hove Albion v. Wolverhampton Wanderers -156 | 0-0 | Loss | -156 | 5 h 33 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Wolverhampton Wanderers. It comes as a surprise to many that Wolves are currently tied on points with Manchester United, and they have a favorable matchup at home versus Brighton on Saturday. Brighton has won just twice away from home this season, and they haven't managed a win in any of their last nine matches in all competitions. Wolves are coming off a 3-2 away win at Spurs, and they have scored a dozen goals while winning three of their last four matches in all competitions. Take Wolves. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Norwich City v. Sheffield United -137 | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 4 h 25 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Sheffield United. Despite some positive results of late, Norwich still has a stranglehold on last place in the Premier League. With relegation imminent, they are facing a top tier Sheffield side in an away match Saturday. Norwich owns the worst road record in the Premier League, with a shocking -19 goal differential. They have scored just six goals in 14 away matches, while Sheffield has conceded just 13 goals in 14 home matches. Only Liverpool has conceded fewer goals than Sheffield United so far this season. Take SHEF. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | West Ham United v. Arsenal OVER 3 | 0-1 | Loss | -100 | 4 h 25 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 2.5. Arsenal will be a big favorite in Saturday's home match versus West Ham, and the Gunners have won four of their last five matches in all competitions. Their most recent Premier League match was a 3-2 win over Everton, and history tells us we can expect another high scoring game here against West Ham. Arsenal has won three of the last four head to head against the Hammers, and they scored a total of 11 goals in those matches. West Ham has conceded a whopping 49 goals so far this season, not far off the league worst (Aston Villa) of 52. The Hammers have been scoring, with eight goals scored in their last four matches. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-20 | Blazers -125 v. Suns | 117-127 | Loss | -125 | 16 h 37 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Portland Blazers. Portland has won three straight, and Damian Lillard is back from a hamstring injury. "I felt pretty good," Lillard told reporters after Wednesday's game. "I thought I moved pretty well. I picked my moments to really explode and take off and cut hard and fight over screens and stuff like that. I didn't feel restricted." The Blazers still have plenty of work to do if they want to get back in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. They are in Phoenix tonight, and the Suns are slumping. Losers of four straight, Phoenix is just 6-20-1 ATS in their last 27 home games. The Suns are 7-20 ATS in their last 27 games overall. Take POR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-20 | Grizzlies +8 v. Mavs | 96-121 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 2 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Memphis Grizzlies. After cashing in with the Grizzlies in their win over Atlanta, I like them getting a bunch of points here against Dallas. Here is what I said prior to the game in Atlanta: "The Grizzlies have 10 more wins than Atlanta, and they are coming off an impressive win over the 1st place Lakers. Memphis is still battling for a playoff spot, and they aren't going to get caught napping here in Atlanta. The Hawks are 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up win. The Grizzlies have a positive point differential on the road, and I just don't think they should be an underdog here against an inferior team." Memphis has held three straight opponents to fewer than 90 points, including upset wins over the Lakers and the Nets. I'll take the points here in Dallas. Take MEM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-20 | Ball State v. Northern Illinois -1 | 75-54 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 55 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Northern Illinois. Northern Illinois is 11-3 at home this season, and they have won their last six home games. Here is what I said prior to last week's win over Central Michigan: "The Huskies have won four straight home games, and they will host a Central Michigan team that has lost four in a row overall. The Chippewas have lost nine of 11 road games this season, while the Huskies are 9-3 at home. The Chippewas are one of the highest scoring teams in the country, averaging over 80 points per game. They have had real trouble scoring on the road though, scoring less than 70 points per game. The Huskies are allowing just 60 points per game at home. Northern Illinois is 14-3 ATS in their last 17 home games versus teams with a road winning percentage of less than .400." They host Ball State tonight, and the Cardinals are just 4-7 on the road, and they are 1-5 ATS in their last six games as a road underdog. Take NIU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-20 | Blackhawks -170 v. Red Wings | 1-2 | Loss | -170 | 14 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Chicago Blackhawks. Every year we see a struggling team pull themselves from the bottom of the trash heap and sneak into the playoffs, and sometimes those teams go all the way. Just ask the St. Louis Blues who did it last year, or the LA Kings who did it less than a decade ago. The Blackhawks are hoping that they can rally for their own Cinderella Story this season, and they have more than share of playoff experience. Chicago brings a four game winning streak into the Motor City, and Patrick Kane scored his 30th goal in his last game. "It's a good number," he said. "Throughout the season, you start thinking about those numbers, whether it's 20 or 30. Obviously, you want to get even more than that. I think we've got 15 games left here, so (let's) finish strong. I think if I finish strong and do my part, we might have a good chance to get in." Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-05-20 | 76ers v. Kings -191 | 125-108 | Loss | -191 | 15 h 7 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Sacramento Kings. I bet on the Kings in their win over the Pistons earlier this week, and they won by six as a 6.5 point favorite. With a much smaller number here at home against a shorthanded Philly team, I am back on the Kings. Here is what I said before the game against Detroit: "The Pistons will be playing the fourth game of this current Western Conference road trip in Sacramento tonight, coming off a 113-111 win over the Suns in Phoenix on Friday. That win ended a seven game losing streak, and it's unlikely that they can follow up with a positive result here against the Kings. Pistons are 5-13-1 ATS in their last 19 games following a straight up win. Sacramento has been hot since the All Star break, winning four of five. The Kings are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall, and they have covered in six straight versus teams with a losing record." Philly is one of the worst road teams in the NBA, and a loss here would make it 10 consecutive road losses. Take SAC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-05-20 | Washington v. Arizona State -6 | 90-83 | Loss | -115 | 30 h 58 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Arizona State Sun Devils. |
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03-05-20 | Houston -129 v. Connecticut | 71-77 | Loss | -129 | 10 h 52 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Houston Cougars. Houston is just a half a game out of first place in the AAC with two games remaining, and I like their chances on the road at Connecticut tonight. The Huskies have hit by injuries to a pair of key guards, including team assist leader Alterique Gilbert. The Cougars are 8-2 straight up in the last 10 meetings between the two teams, and they have won four straight since 2017. One of those wins was a 71-63 win here in Connecticut. Home court hasn't been an advantage in this series, with the home team failing to cover in seven of the last nine meetings. Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-04-20 | Air Force v. Fresno State UNDER 143.5 | 77-70 | Loss | -115 | 15 h 45 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Under 143.5. The Bulldogs beat the Falcons by a score of 71-62 just a few weeks ago, falling short of the total of 143. It was the sixth time in the last seven head to head meetings that these teams failed to reach the total. The majority of those games saw a lower number than we see for tonight's game. Air Force only scores an average of 66 points per game away from home, and they have averaged just over 58 points per game in their last seven versus the Bulldogs. This total appears to be on the wrong side of 140. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-03-20 | Raptors -175 v. Suns | 123-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 11 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Toronto Raptors. The Raptors haven't lost four straight games since 2017, and while they have lost three straight heading into tonight's game in Phoenix, they are still 18-4 in their last 22 overall. Toronto has injury concerns, but that's nothing new. Their depth has allowed them to continue to win games with whichever healthy bodies they throw out there. The Suns on the other hand will miss Kelly Oubre. Toronto has almost twice as many road wins than Phoenix has at home. The Suns are 0-6 straight up in the last six head to head meetings. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-03-20 | Sabres v. Jets -140 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 21 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. The Buffalo Sabres will play their fourth game on this current road trip, looking to end a three game losing streak. It won't come easy in Winnipeg, where the Jets have won three straight. The Sabres are 5-13 in the last 18 meetings in Winnipeg, and they have lost six of their last seven versus Western Conference teams. This is a must win game for the Jets who are involved in a crowded race for the final playoff spot in the West. This is also a revenge game after losing 2-1 at Buffalo in the last head to head meeting. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-03-20 | Toledo v. Northern Illinois -126 | 50-71 | Win | 100 | 12 h 51 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Northern Illinois Huskies. Northern Illinois is 10-3 at home this season, and they have won their last five home games. Here is what I said prior to last week's win over Central Michigan: "The Huskies have won four straight home games, and they will host a Central Michigan team that has lost four in a row overall. The Chippewas have lost nine of 11 road games this season, while the Huskies are 9-3 at home. The Chippewas are one of the highest scoring teams in the country, averaging over 80 points per game. They have had real trouble scoring on the road though, scoring less than 70 points per game. The Huskies are allowing just 60 points per game at home. Northern Illinois is 14-3 ATS in their last 17 home games versus teams with a road winning percentage of less than .400." They host Toledo tonight, and the Rockets appear to have decent numbers on the road. They are coming off consecutive road wins over Western Michigan and Central Michigan, two of the conference bottom feeders. I don't like their chances against MAC West leaders Norther Illinois. Take NIU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-02-20 | Grizzlies +2.5 v. Hawks | Top | 127-88 | Win | 100 | 30 h 23 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Memphis Grizzlies. The Hawks have been playing well lately, winning four of their last eight overall. Those wins came against two teams hit hard by injuries (Blazers and Nets). The Grizzlies have 10 more wins than Atlanta, and they are coming off an impressive win over the 1st place Lakers. Memphis is still battling for a playoff spot, and they aren't going to get caught napping here in Atlanta. The Hawks are 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up win. The Grizzlies have a positive point differential on the road, and I just don't think they should be an underdog here against an inferior team. Take MEM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-01-20 | Devils v. Ducks -140 | 3-0 | Loss | -140 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Anaheim Ducks. Neither the Devils or the Ducks will be playing in the playoffs this year, but the Ducks have reason to be upbeat heading into Sunday's home game against New Jersey. They are coming off back to back wins over Edmonton and Pittsburgh, while the Devils are coming off a loss in LA yesterday. "The new guys are really buying into the system we want to play," said Ducks defender Brendan Guhle, who scored his first career game-winning goal and third goal of the season Friday. "We want to get pucks deep and play a hard-nosed game, win battles and capitalize on our chances. Sonny had two goals the other night, Danton scored tonight, so it's huge for us." The Ducks are 7-3 in the last 10 meetings and they have won four straight home games against the Devils. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-01-20 | Pistons v. Kings -6.5 | 100-106 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 51 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Sacramento Kings. The Pistons will be playing the fourth game of this current Western Conference road trip in Sacramento tonight, coming off a 113-111 win over the Suns in Phoenix on Friday. That win ended a seven game losing streak, and it's unlikely that they can follow up with a positive result here against the Kings. Pistons are 5-13-1 ATS in their last 19 games following a straight up win. Sacramento has been hot since the All Star break, winning four of five. The Kings are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall, and they have covered in six straight versus teams with a losing record. Take SAC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-01-20 | Houston Roughnecks v. Dallas Renegades +2 | Top | 27-20 | Loss | -110 | 81 h 56 m | Show |
This is a 5* play on the Dallas Renegades. We are only 3 weeks into the XFL season, but already the Houston Roughnecks have emerged as fan favorites. It's easy to see why. They have the most potent offense in the league, scoring an XFL best 13 touchdowns. They have also conceded an XFL worst (tied) nine touchdowns. Dallas on the other hand leads the league only allowing six TDs in three games. The Renegades lost in Week 1, but starting quarterback Landry Jones missed that game. He's since stepped in and completed 72 percent of his passes for 579 yards and four TDs in two starts. I think the Roughnecks coming in here as a road favorite might be overvalued. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-01-20 | Michigan v. Ohio State -166 | 63-77 | Win | 100 | 8 h 34 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Ohio State Buckeyes. Ohio State won at Michigan by a score of 61-58 earlier this season, and I like their chances of sweeping the season series with a win here at home on Sunday. The Buckeyes are 13-2 at home while the Wolverines are just 4-5 on the road. Michigan is coming off a home loss to Wisconsin. The Wolverines are 2-6 ATS in their last eight games as a road underdog, and they are 0-3 at Ohio State since 2014. The home team has covered in seven of the last nine head to head meetings, and I'll go with the home favorite in this one. Take OSU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-29-20 | Magic v. Spurs -110 | 113-114 | Win | 100 | 14 h 28 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs won't have LaMarcus Aldridge for tonight's home game against Orlando, but I don't think they are going to need him against a Magic team that is terrible on the road. Orlando is 11-18 on the road this season, and they are coming off a big home win over Minnesota last night. They are 0-5-1 ATS in their last six games playing the second game of a back to back. The Magic are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games as an underdog, and 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games overall. We expect the Spurs to take care of business on their home court. Take SA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-29-20 | Red Wings v. Senators -160 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 10 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Ottawa Senators. Both Detroit and Ottawa will miss the playoffs this season, but there is a lot more optimism in Ottawa than there is in the Motor City. The Red Wings are coming off a 7-1 home loss to Minnesota, and they have been out-scored by a combined 19-5 in their last four games. They have lost eight of nine, and they are 5-26-2 on the road. The Senators might miss the playoffs, but they have been quite competitive at home (16-13-6). They are coming off a 5-2 home win over Vancouver, and Bobby Ryan scored a hat trick in his first game back. Ryan and the Sens should be all fired up again tonight. Take OTT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-29-20 | Utah v. California +1 | 79-86 | Win | 100 | 19 h 35 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on California. The Cal Bears have been playing a lot better of late. They are coming off a home win over the #21 ranked Colorado Buffaloes, and they have won two of their last three. Utah doesn't have a lot to be positive about, the Utes have lost four of their last five overall and they are just 1-9 on the road. It sure seems odd that a team that has lost nine of 10 road games is actually a favorite this afternoon against a Bears team that is 7-1 ATS in their last eight home games. The Bears are also 6-1 ATS in their last seven games as a home underdog. Take CAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-29-20 | Central Michigan v. Eastern Michigan -3.5 | 63-67 | Win | 100 | 6 h 1 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Eastern Michigan. Central Michigan has lost seven in a row, and last week I bet against them when they played on the road at Northern Illinois. Here is what I said prior to that game: "The Chippewas have lost nine of 11 road games this season, while the Huskies are 9-3 at home. The Chippewas are one of the highest scoring teams in the country, averaging over 80 points per game. They have had real trouble scoring on the road though, scoring less than 70 points per game." They face Eastern Michigan this Saturday, and the Eagles have been rock solid at home. Opponents have averaged fewer than 60 points per game at Eastern Michigan. Take EMU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-29-20 | Penn State v. Iowa -4 | 68-77 | Win | 100 | 6 h 1 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Iowa Hawkeyes. Iowa lost 89-86 to Penn State in Philadelphia earlier this season, but they have a chance to get revenge here at home this Saturday. The Hawkeyes are undefeated at home in conference play, and they are 13-1 overall at home this season. They come into today's game averaging over 82 points per game at home. Penn State has lost two of their last three, with the lone win coming at home by a single point against Rutgers. It's going to be difficult for the Nittany Lions to keep up with Iowa here in Iowa City. Take IOWA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-28-20 | Kings v. Grizzlies -165 | 104-101 | Loss | -165 | 15 h 49 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Memphis Grizzlies. I bet on Memphis in their first game back from the All Star break, and they lost by a score of 129-125 at Sacramento. Here is what I said before that game: "Memphis was one of the league's hottest teams heading into the All Star break, winning 15 of their last 19 games. They are an underdog on the road at Sacramento tonight, and the Kings are not really in the hunt for the playoffs this season. The Kings have a controversy brewing, as the rumors are that Buddy Hield wants out of Sacramento. He's unhappy with his role coming off the bench, and believes he is a starter in the league (guess he's not familiar with Lou Williams). We can expect the visitors to be more focused here as they continue their pursuit for the post season. Memphis has more road wins than the Kings have at home, and they are a tighter unit right now. "For some reason, we didn't feel the need to try to play much defense tonight," said coach Luke Walton after losing their last game. "We couldn't stop their top guys and when we did, it just didn't feel like we had the passion and desire that it takes to win, especially on the road, in this league." It looks like Walton isn't getting his players to buy in, and that is likely going to be an issue moving forward." The Kings made 19-of-39 three point attempts in that game, and I don't like their chances of doing that on the road in Memphis. I'll back the Grizz in a revenge spot. Take MEM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-28-20 | Kent State v. Ohio -119 | 69-76 | Win | 100 | 10 h 14 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Ohio Bobcats. The Bobcats have won four straight at home, most recently defeating MAC powerhouse Buffalo by double digits (80-69) on Tuesday. Kent State lost at home to Buffalo last week, and the Golden Flashes have dropped back to back road games. The Golden Flashes are 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 road games. The Bobcats are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games, and 5-1 ATS in their last six overall. I'll jump on board and ride the hot ream as a pickem at home here. Take OHIO. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-27-20 | Arizona State v. UCLA OVER 141 | 72-75 | Win | 100 | 12 h 21 m | Show | |
This is a 1* free play on Over 141. The UCLA Bruins host the Arizona State Sun Devils in a big game in the PAC12 tonight. The winner will take over first place in the conference, and both these teams come in riding long winning streaks. The Sun Devils are going for an eighth straight win, while the Bruins have won five straight. The total seems a little low here considering that both teams have been scoring plenty during their win streaks. History suggests that we could see a high score, as eight of the last 10 meetings have seen at least 150 points scored. That includes an 84-66 win for Arizona State at home just a few weeks ago. The Sun Devils have gone over in five of their last six road games, and the over is 13-5 in the Bruins last 18 games following a win. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-27-20 | Devils v. Sharks -133 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 21 h 55 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the San Jose Sharks. The New Jersey Devils come into San Jose as winners of three straight, including a 2-1 home victory over the Sharks. They beat the league worst Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Tuesday, and Corey Schneider picked up his first win of the season. Schneider is now 1-6-1 with a 4.61 GAA in eight starts, and any confidence gained would be lost if he lets in an early goal in his next start. This sets up for a let down spot for the Devils as they travel across the country for a very meaningless game against the Sharks. For San Jose they are looking to snap a four game losing skid, and team leader Logan Couture will be playing in his second game back since recovering from an ankle injury. The Devils are just 4-10 in their last 14 versus the Sharks, and the home team has won four straight in the series. Take SJS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-26-20 | LSU v. Florida OVER 149.5 | 66-81 | Loss | -115 | 30 h 59 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 149.5. |
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02-26-20 | Manchester City v. Real Madrid | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -100 | 793 h 25 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Real Madrid. Manchester City will head into the first leg of this Champions League tie looking to survive with a chance to win the second leg at home at the Etihad in March. Real Madrid is undefeated at home in domestic competition, and they are also undefeated at home in the Champions League. Real Madrid has won this competition seven times, while Manchester City has suffered many disappointments. Madrid is in first place in Spain, with a +26 goal differential, while the Citizens are just the second best team in the Premier Leaague. It will be quite tough for City to come away with a win here, but a close loss with an away goal would still be a solid result. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-25-20 | Kings -5.5 v. Warriors | 112-94 | Win | 100 | 19 h 3 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Sacramento Kings. The Warriors have lost six straight, and four of those games were decided by double digits. They host one of the league's hottest teams, a Sacramento Kings squad that has won five of seven, including a win over the Clippers in LA in their last game. The Kings have owned the Warriors in recent seasons, covering the spread in each of the last six meetings, and they are 6-0 ATS in their last six at Golden State. The Warriors are 1-5 ATS in their last six home games, and they are 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14 games following a double-digit loss at home. Take SAC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-25-20 | Sharks v. Flyers -212 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 16 h 36 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Philly Flyers. After yesterday's trade deadline, certain teams will simply be playing out the remainder of the season with nothing to gain by winning games. One of those teams is the San Jose Sharks. Their head coach made that crystal clear with his recent comments: "With the personnel that we have in there right now, we have to almost play a perfect or a near-to-perfect game when you're only scoring one or two a night," Sharks interim head coach Bob Boughner said. "It's not for a lack of effort, it's not for a lack of compete, it's not for a lack of chances." The Flyers are 21-5-4 at home, and they are gunning for a fourth straight win. Take PHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-25-20 | DePaul v. Xavier OVER 136 | 67-78 | Win | 100 | 15 h 12 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Over 136. The Xavier Musketeers host Depaul tonight, and the bookmakers have listed a low number for the total. The reason is likely a trend of low scoring games, with these teams going under in eight straight head to head meetings and nine of the last 10. Of course tonight's total is far lower than it was in any of those games. Each of the last five meetings saw a total of 140 or higher, and twice the total was higher than 150. Depaul has given up a ton of points over their last five games, allowing an average of 79 points. They have scored 70+ points in three of their last four games. This total seems just a little lower than it should be. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-24-20 | Suns v. Jazz -7.5 | 131-111 | Loss | -115 | 21 h 44 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Utah Jazz. Utah has come out of the All Star break and lost back to back home games to San Antonio and Houston. I will forgive them for their sloppy start to the second half (post All Star), and I don't think there is any way in hell they drop a third consecutive home game tonight versus Phoenix. The Suns are coming off a road win at Chicago, after losing by double digits to Toronto. The Suns are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games, and they are 0-5 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win. The Jazz are 7-0 ATS in their last seven games following a double-digit loss at home. The Suns are 2-7-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Utah. Expect the home team to win by double digits. Take UTAH. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-24-20 | Magic v. Nets -148 | 115-113 | Loss | -148 | 19 h 14 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets got some great news last week, when they learned Kyrie Irving will miss the remainder of the season. Kyrie has been the biggest flake in the league ever since he told us the earth was flat in 2018. The Celtics are glad to be rid of him, and Brooklyn has been a better team without him. Now it's time for players like Caris Lavert and Garrett Temple to step up. Tonight they host an Orlando Magic team that is brutal on the road, and has lost 11 of it's last 15 overall. The Magic are 0-7 ATS in their last seven games as an underdog, and they have failed to cover the spread in 10 of their last 12 overall. Brooklyn is 5-0 ATS in it's last five home games, and 7-1 ATS in it's last eight as a favorite. Take BKN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-23-20 | Oilers -135 v. Kings | Top | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 15 h 36 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Edmonton Oilers. The Kings have lost two of three since trading their leading scorer to the Vancouver Canucks. Tonight they will play their second game of a back to back at home against the Edmonton Oilers. Edmonton has gone 3-2-1 without their leading scorer Connor McDavid, but he is expected to return to the lineup soon. The Oilers are just three points back of division leaders Las Vegas, but they are only three points up on ninth place Nashville. They find themselves (like most teams in the Western Conference) on the playoff bubble. With or without McDavid, this is a game that Edmonton desperately needs to win, and they couldn't ask for a more suitable opponent. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-23-20 | Pelicans -8 v. Warriors | 115-101 | Win | 100 | 31 h 44 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the New Orleans Pelicans. I had the Pelicans in their win over Portland on Friday, and here is what I said prior to tip off: "New Orleans went into the All Star break as one of the hotter teams in the league. They are finally healthy, and this young team is causing plenty of excitement around the league. They catch a break here on Friday, facing a Blazers team without Damian Lillard. The Pelicans are 5-1 ATS in their last six road games, and they are 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 games overall." They are in Golden State tonight, and the Warriors have lost five straight. This couldn't be a bigger mismatch. Take NO. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-23-20 | Pacers v. Raptors -4.5 | 81-127 | Win | 100 | 28 h 18 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Toronto Raptors. I had the Raptors on Friday, and they beat the Phoenix Suns by double digits. Here is what I said prior to tip off: "the Raptors are defending NBA Champions, and their record this year isn't any different than it was this time last year. The media doesn't really believe in the Raptors, but then again they thought Toronto would get swept in the Finals last year." Toronto has now won 16 of their last 17 overall, and eight straight home games. They covered the spread in six of those eight home games, and they won by double digits in six of those eight games. The Pacers are 13-27 ATS in the last 40 meetings in Toronto. This line should be almost double what it is. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-22-20 | Oregon v. Arizona OVER 139.5 | Top | 73-72 | Win | 100 | 15 h 40 m | Show |
10* |
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02-22-20 | 76ers v. Bucks -8.5 | 98-119 | Win | 100 | 16 h 21 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Milwaukee Bucks. After the Sixers rallied at home to beat the Nets, Joel Embiid told reporters that he was the best player in the world. Embiid is delusional, and so are Philly fans if they think this team is going anywhere in the playoffs. The Sixers can't win on the road, and that will mean that they aren't going to have home court advantage in the post-season. They are on the road tonight, facing the best team in the NBA. Philly has won four straight, but their last defeat was a double digit loss here in Wisconsin. The Sixers have failed to cover in four of their last five in Milwaukee, and I see no reason to "buck" that trend here tonight. Take MIL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-22-20 | Central Michigan v. Northern Illinois -159 | 81-82 | Win | 100 | 8 h 44 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Northern Illinois Huskies. The Huskies have won four straight home games, and they will host a Central Michigan team that has lost four in a row overall. The Chippewas have lost nine of 11 road games this season, while the Huskies are 9-3 at home. The Chippewas are one of the highest scoring teams in the country, averaging over 80 points per game. They have had real trouble scoring on the road though, scoring less than 70 points per game. The Huskies are allowing just 60 points per game at home. Northern Illinois is 14-3 ATS in their last 17 home games versus teams with a road winning percentage of less than .400. Take NIU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-22-20 | Aston Villa v. Southampton OVER 2.75 | 0-2 | Loss | -132 | 9 h 32 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 2.5. One of the reasons that Aston Villa is flirting with relegation is due to their shoddy play on defense. They have conceded a Premier League worst 50 goals this season. To be fair, Southampton hasn't been a lot better in that regard, conceding a whopping 48 goals of their own. Villa is coming off a terrible home loss to Tottenham, conceding the game winning goal in injury time. They are just 2-2-9 this season in 13 away matches. Southampton has out-scored Villa a combined 15-6 while going 4-0-1 in the last five head to head matches. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-22-20 | Brighton & Hove Albion v. Sheffield United UNDER 2.5 | 1-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 31 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Under 2.5. The news that Manchester City will be banned from Champions League play next season has opened the door for some teams to climb up into a Champions League spot. One of those teams is Sheffield United, who currently sit in sixth in the table just one point back of Tottenham. Sheffield has allowed just 24 goals in 26 matches this season, only Liverpool has conceded fewer goals. They will host Brighton, and two of the last three meetings between these teams have finished with a 1-0 score. Brighton is 2-3-8 in 13 away matches, scoring just 14 goals in those games. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-22-20 | Aston Villa v. Southampton -141 | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Southampton. One of the reasons that Aston Villa is flirting with relegation is due to their shoddy play on defense. They have conceded a Premier League worst 50 goals this season. To be fair, Southampton hasn't been a lot better in that regard, conceding a whopping 48 goals of their own. Villa is coming off a terrible home loss to Tottenham, conceding the game winning goal in injury time. They are just 2-2-9 this season in 13 away matches. Southampton has out-scored Villa a combined 15-6 while going 4-0-1 in the last five head to head matches. Take SAINTS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-21-20 | Grizzlies +11 v. Lakers | 105-117 | Loss | -105 | 18 h 3 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies lost a close game at Sacramento last night, and normally playing the second game of a back to back is considered to be a significant disadvantage. This might not be the case in this situation however though, with the Lakers playing their first game back from the All Star Break and the Grizzlies being a young team playing for just the second time in over a week. I lost my bet with the Grizzlies last night, but I was happy with their effort. The fact is that the Kings hit 19-of-39 three point attempts, making it almost impossible for the Grizzlies to keep up. The fact that they rallied to within a point in the final seven seconds says a lot about their character, and I hope to see them play the same way tonight in LA. The Lakers could be caught looking ahead to a marquee matchup versus the Celtics on Sunday. Take MEM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-21-20 | Pelicans -169 v. Blazers | 128-115 | Win | 100 | 18 h 31 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the New Orleans Pelicans. New Orleans went into the All Star break as one of the hotter teams in the league. They are finally healthy, and this young team is causing plenty of excitement around the league. They catch a break here on Friday, facing a Blazers team without Damian Lillard. The Pelicans are 5-1 ATS in their last six road games, and they are 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 games overall. The Pelicans are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings, and they have won outright in three straight meetings. That includes a 102-94 win in their last game at the Rose Garden. Take NO. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-21-20 | Suns v. Raptors -7.5 | 101-118 | Win | 100 | 14 h 2 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Toronto Raptors. The Suns have covered the spread in 10 straight meetings versus Toronto, but this is one trend I don't think will hold. Let's be real about this.. the Raptors are defending NBA Champions, and their record this year isn't any different than it was this time last year. The media doesn't really believe in the Raptors, but then again they thought Toronto would get swept in the Finals last year. Toronto will be a 7.5 point favorite tonight, a smaller number than we saw in each of the last six meetings. The Suns have failed to cover in four straight road games and seven of their last eight overall. Toronto had won 15 straight before losing in Brooklyn in their final game before the break. They have covered in six straight coming off a loss. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-20-20 | Grizzlies +1 v. Kings | Top | 125-129 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 24 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Memphis Grizzlies. Memphis was one of the league's hottest teams heading into the All Star break, winning 15 of their last 19 games. They are an underdog on the road at Sacramento tonight, and the Kings are not really in the hunt for the playoffs this season. The Kings have a controversy brewing, as the rumors are that Buddy Hield wants out of Sacramento. He's unhappy with his role coming off the bench, and believes he is a starter in the league (guess he's not familiar with Lou Williams). We can expect the visitors to be more focused here as they continue their pursuit for the post season. Memphis has more road wins than the Kings have at home, and they are a tighter unit right now. "For some reason, we didn't feel the need to try to play much defense tonight," said coach Luke Walton after losing their last game. "We couldn't stop their top guys and when we did, it just didn't feel like we had the passion and desire that it takes to win, especially on the road, in this league." It looks like Walton isn't getting his players to buy in, and that is likely going to be an issue moving forward. Take MEM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-20-20 | Stanford v. Washington -135 | 72-64 | Loss | -135 | 13 h 53 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Huskies. The Huskies come into tonight's home game against Stanford as losers of eight straight overall, but they have shown signs of being competitive in recent losses. They were leading at halftime in their last two games, losses at USC and UCLA. Stanford comes into this game as losers of seven of their last eight overall, and they have lost four straight on the road. The Huskies are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games as a home favorite, and they have won three of their last four home games against Stanford. The favorite is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings, and the home team has covered the spread in four straight meetings. Take WASH. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-19-20 | California v. Washington State OVER 132 | 66-57 | Loss | -115 | 22 h 56 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 132. California is coming off a home loss to Arizona State (80-75), and I had the over in that game. Here is what I said prior to tip off: "California and Arizona State have failed to reach the total in five straight head to head meetings, but the bookmakers might have over-corrected with a super low number here in Sunday's game. The total in each of the last four meetings was higher than 150, and each of the last eight meetings had a total higher than 140. As poorly as California has played this season, they have scored 72 points and 69 points respectively in two of their last three home games." We see another low total here in tonight's game at Washington State. It's lower than it was when the Bears beat the Cougars 73-66 at home earlier this year. Three of the last five meetings between these teams had a total over 150. Let's punish the books for offering such a low number here in this game. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-19-20 | Michigan v. Rutgers -1 | 60-52 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 27 m | Show | |
This is a 1* free play on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Michigan is the bigger basketball brand, and that can be the only explanation for why this line is so close to a pickem. Rutgers has a better overall record, and they are 17-0 at home. Michigan has been brutal on the road, losing five of seven games and averaging under 70 points per game in that span. Rutgers has the better conference record, and their last home game was a double digit win over a ranked team (Illinois). Rutgers has been lights on defensively at home, allowing just 57.5 points per game. This line probably should be 3-4 points higher than it is. Take Rutgers. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-19-20 | Lokomotive Leipzig +0.5 v. Tottenham Hotspur | Top | 1-0 | Win | 100 | 10 h 53 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Leipzig +0.5. Tottenham is coming off a 3-2 win at Aston Villa, and Son Heung Min scored the winning goal in injury time. We have since learned that Son will likely miss the rest of the year with a broken arm. Already without Harry Kane, and struggling on defense, it's going to take a miracle for Tottenham to avoid crashing out of the Champions League. Jose Mourino's squad was quite fortunate to have won their last match against a bottom feeder in the Premier League. This is a huge step up in class facing a team that is competing for top spot in the Bundesliga. Take Leipzig. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-18-20 | Baylor v. Oklahoma +3.5 | Top | 65-54 | Loss | -105 | 24 h 39 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Oklahoma Sooners. The #1 ranked Baylor Bears come into Oklahoma as winners of 22 straight. They are 12-0 in the BIG12, and they are 11-0 on the road. You've got to have BIG BRASS TACKS to bet against a team that hasn't lost since November ... but sign me up! The Bears keep winning, but rarely are they blowing teams out. Four of their last five road games were single digit wins, and all five of those games came against teams that trail Oklahoma in the standings. They won by a score of 61-57 at home versus Oklahoma just a few weeks ago. The Sooners are 11-1 at home, and they won their last two home games by a combined 39 points against #13 ranked West Viriginia and Iowa State. The underdog has covered in five of the last six meetings between these two teams. Take OKLA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-18-20 | Kings v. Jets -155 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 13 h 35 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Winnipeg Jets. I had the Jets in their last game, a home win over Chicago. Here is what I said prior to the opening face off: "The Jets are 8-3 in their last 11 games as a home favorite, while the Blackhawks are 1-5 in their last six games as an underdog. With Chicago playing their fifth straight road game, and Winnipeg on the playoff bubble, we should expect the Jets to want this game more than the visitors." The Kings come to town without their leading scorer Tyler Toffoli, who has just been traded to Vancouver. This is LA waving the white flag, and the remainder of this season will be focused on rebuilding for the future (tanking). Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-17-20 | North Carolina v. Notre Dame -156 | 76-77 | Win | 100 | 10 h 42 m | Show | |
This is a 1* free play on Notre Dame. The Irish are coming off back to back losses to Duke and Virginia, but a home game against North Carolina figures to be an opportunity to get back on track. Ladies and gentlemen, these aren't your daddy's Tar Heels, this UNC squad is just 3-11 in the ACC, and they have lost six of eight road games. Even when the Tar Heels have been competitive, they have found a way to blow leads and lose close games. The Fighting Irish are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall, and they are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine home games. Notre Dame has averaged almost 80 points per game at home, and the Tar Heels haven't looked capable of keeping up on offense. Take ND. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-17-20 | Xavier v. St. John's OVER 141 | 77-74 | Win | 100 | 12 h 48 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 140. The St. John's Red Storm will be a home dog on Monday against Xavier, and history suggests this could be a high scoring battle. The total sits at just 140, while in previous meetings we had seen far higher totals. Eight of the last nine meetings had a total higher than 145, and five of those games had a total higher than 150. The Red Storm have been scoring plenty of points at home, averaging almost 78 points per game while winning 11 of 16 home games. They have averaged almost 75 points per game in their last five overall, and they have averaged 73 points in their last three home games against Xavier. The over is 6-3 in the last nine head to head meetings, but all nine of those games went over 140 combined points. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-16-20 | Blackhawks v. Jets -135 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 22 h 60 m | Show |
10* |
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02-16-20 | Arizona State v. California OVER 134 | 80-75 | Win | 100 | 11 h 42 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 133.5. California and Arizona State have failed to reach the total in five straight head to head meetings, but the bookmakers might have over-corrected with a super low number here in Sunday's game. The total in each of the last four meetings was higher than 150, and each of the last eight meetings had a total higher than 140. As poorly as California has played this season, they have scored 72 points and 69 points respectively in two of their last three home games. Arizona State hasn't been one of the better defensive teams in the PAC12, and they are allowing 72.5 points per game on the road. The Bears average almost 69 points per game at home, and they should be competitive here against the Sun Devils. The over is 4-1 in the Sun Devils last five road games, and the over is 5-1 in the Golden Bears last six home games versus a team with a winning road record. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-15-20 | Illinois v. Rutgers -196 | 57-72 | Win | 100 | 8 h 51 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Rutgers Scarlett Knights. It's hard to ignore Rutgers home record of 16-0, and I like their chanced of extending that home win streak here against Illinois. The Scarlet Knights are 9-2-1 ATS in their last 12 home games, and they are 11-4-1 ATS in their last 16 games overall. They have been very impressive defensively at home, holding opponents to just 57.5 points per game. Illinois has struggled offensively of late, averaging less than 65 points over their last five games. Illinois leading scorer Ayo Dosunmu suffered a serious knee injury in Wednesday's loss to Michigan State, and needed to be helped off the court. It's unclear if he will be available today. Take Rutgers. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-15-20 | Western Michigan v. Eastern Michigan -187 | 51-69 | Win | 100 | 6 h 15 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Eastern Michigan Eagles. The Eagles have won three of their last four, and they are 8-3 at home. They will be a significant favorite at home Saturday versus MAC rivals Western Michigan. The Eagles have won three straight versus the Broncos, and four of their last five home meetings versus Western Michigan. Western Michigan has lost eight of 11 road games this season, and they have struggled on defense allowing and average of more than 77 points in those games. The Eagles have been solid on defense over their last five games, allowing fewer than 65 points per game. The Eagles should handle the Broncos at home here. Take EMU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-15-20 | Texas v. Iowa State UNDER 137 | 52-81 | Win | 100 | 10 h 19 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Under 137. The Iowa State Cyclones will host Texas Saturday afternoon, and this will be their second game since losing leading scorer Tyrese Haliburton for the rest of the season with a wrist injury. They scored just 61 points in a loss at Oklahoma on Wednesday. Iowa State has struggled offensively scoring just over 63 points per game in their last five overall. That's still roughly five points more than Texas has averaged during that span. The Longhorns could also be without a pair of starters for this game. Texas has failed to reach the total in five of their last six overall, and this should be another low scoring game. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-14-20 | Sharks v. Jets -143 | 3-2 | Loss | -143 | 16 h 14 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. After winning four of their last six games, the Winnipeg Jets are still one point back of the eighth and final playoff spot in the Western Conference. They host the San Jose Sharks tonight, and San Jose is no longer in the hunt for the playoffs. Injuries have taken their toll on San Jose, with Brent Burns playing hurt, while Thomas Hertl and Logan Couture are done for the season. The Sharks are 4-10 in their last 14 road games, and they are 6-15 in their last 21 games as an underdog. The Jets are 8-2 in their last 10 games as a home favorite. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-14-20 | Davidson v. St Bonaventure OVER 133 | 93-64 | Win | 100 | 13 h 38 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Over 133. The Davidson Wildcats will be on the road at St. Bonaventure Friday, and the bookmakers may have set a low number for this game. Both these teams come in scoring plenty of points in recent games. The Wildcats have scored almost 80 points per game in their last five overall, while the Bonnies have averaged 73 points per game during that span. These teams failed to reach the total in a low scoring game last March, but they had gone over in four straight meetings prior to that. The over is 6-2-1 in the Bonnies last nine overall, and they have gone over in five straight home meetings versus Davidson. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-14-20 | Akron v. Central Michigan UNDER 155 | 80-67 | Win | 100 | 11 h 54 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Under 155.5. The Central Michigan Chippewas rank in the top 10 nationally averaging over 81 points per game, but I don't like their chances of reaching that number here as a home underdog versus Akron. Central Michigan has averaged fewer than 73 points over their last five games, while Akron has held opponents to fewer than 70 points per game in their last five. The Zips have won two of the last three meetings, and neither team surpassed the 70 point mark in those games. The under is 38-18 in the Zips last 56 games as a favorite, and the Chippewas have failed to reach the total in each of their last four as an underdog. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-14-20 | Leicester +0.5 v. Wolverhampton Wanderers | 0-0 | Win | 100 | 8 h 6 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Leicester City. The Wolverhampton Wanderers will host Leicester on Friday, and we might expect an exciting game here. Leicester comes in just a point behind Manchester City in the Premier League standings, while Wolves are firmly in the top half of the table. The Wanderers are 1-2-2 in their last five matches, and they have 11 draws in 25 matches. Only Arsenal has more draws so far this season. Two of the last three head to head matches have resulted in a draw, so if you fancy a long-shot bet you might want to consider a draw here. I think a better bet might be on both teams to score, as Leicester hasn't been held scoreless in 10 straight matches. Wolves have scored 18 goals in a dozen home matches, and Leicester has conceded a dozen goals in a dozen away matches. Perhaps the best bet though is on Leicester as an underdog, given that Wolves has won just four of 12 home matches, and Leicester has lost just four of 12 away matches. Take LEI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-13-20 | Washington v. USC UNDER 137.5 | 56-62 | Win | 100 | 17 h 41 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Under 137.5. The Huskies are sitting dead last in the PAC12, and they come into tonight's game as losers of eight of their last nine overall. They have lost five straight road games, scoring just 61 points per game during that span. The Trojans are 9-2 at home, and they have allowed opponents to average just 66.5 points in those games. These teams have failed to reach the total in six of the last eight head to head meetings, most recently the Huskies winning 72-40 at home earlier this season. The under is 31-12 in the Huskies last 43 road games, and the Huskies have failed to reach the total in five of their last six versus teams with a winning record. The under is 37-18-1 in the Trojans last 56 home games. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-13-20 | Washington v. USC -154 | 56-62 | Win | 100 | 12 h 19 m | Show | |
This is a 1* free play on the USC Trojans. The Huskies are sitting dead last in the PAC12, and they come into tonight's game as losers of eight of their last nine overall. They have lost five straight road games, scoring just 61 points per game during that span. The Trojans are 9-2 at home, and they have allowed opponents to average just 66.5 points in those games. The Huskies crushed USC by a score of 72-40 in Washington earlier this year, setting up a killer revenge angle here in California. The Trojans are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games overall, and the favorite is 20-9 ATS in the last 29 meetings between these teams. Take USC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-13-20 | Rangers v. Wild -134 | 4-3 | Loss | -134 | 23 h 58 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Minnesota Wild. The Wild are just a point back of the eighth and final playoff spot in the West, and they come into tonight's home game against the Rangers as winners of four of their last five overall. Minnesota is one of the best home teams in the NHL, and a win here against the Rangers would have them tied for the most home wins in the Western Conference. The Rangers have struggled against the Wild, losing four of the last five meetings. They have also struggled against Western Conference teams, losing 23 of their last 34. The Wild are 13-6 in their last 19 games as a home favorite. Take MIN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-13-20 | Thunder v. Pelicans -130 | 123-118 | Loss | -130 | 15 h 29 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the New Orleans Pelicans. The Oklahoma City Thunder are nine games up on New Orleans in the standings, and they have a better road record than New Orleans has at home. Still the Pelicans are the favorite here, and I am jumping all over it. The Thunder are slumping, coming into tonight's game off back to back home losses. The Pelicans have won three straight and six of their last eight. Zion Williamson appears to be getting better with every game, and he's coming off a career high 31 points against the Blazers. The way this teams is playing, you really have to toss out all the numbers before Zion joined a healthy roster with Jrue Holliday, Brandon Ingram, Lonzo and J.J. Reddick. Take NO. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-13-20 | Oilers v. Lightning -135 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 20 m | Show | |
8* |
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02-12-20 | Michigan v. Northwestern +7 | 79-54 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 59 m | Show | |
5* |
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02-12-20 | Pistons v. Magic -7 | 112-116 | Loss | -113 | 14 h 47 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Orlando Magic. Orlando is still a playoff team in the Eastern Conference, while the Pistons right now might be driving a large metal vehicle on tracks (tank). The Pistons have lost three straight, and two of those losses came at home against teams with a losing record. With the All Star break coming up, we shouldn't expect a big effort from this Detroit team on the road tonight. The history between these teams favors the home team, which has won nine of the last 10. The Pistons are 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings in Orlando. Take ORL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-10-20 | Wolves v. Raptors OVER 227 | 126-137 | Win | 100 | 10 h 2 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on MIN@TOR to go Over the total. The Minnesota T-Wolves shook things up at the trade deadline, and their first game with a new look roster was dramatic indeed. They scored 142 points in a blowout win over the Clippers Saturday. They attempted 44 three-point shots in the game, making 26 of them. This is a team that needs to score to win games, because they rank 27th in the NBA in opponent's scoring average allowing over 115 points per game. The Raptors scored 122 points in a double digit win at Minnesota earlier this year, and another high score should be expected here tonight. Toronto has won 13 straight overall, and the majority of those games were high scoring. Their last two home games have ended with the exact same score (119-118). The over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings, and the Raptors have gone over in four straight home games. Take Over. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-10-20 | Florida State v. Duke UNDER 148.5 | 65-70 | Win | 100 | 11 h 23 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on FSU@DUKE to go Under the total. Duke is coming off a 98-96 win at Chapel Hill, rallying after trailing by 14 in the final 4:30 to win in overtime. We should expect a much lower score here at home versus Florida State. These teams last played in March of 2019, and Duke won by a score of 73-63. The Seminoles come in averaging under 70 points per game on the road, but they have only allowed 66 points per game on the road. Duke has held opponents to an average of just over 62 points per game at home. The under is 11-5-1 in the Seminoles last 17 games as an underdog, and the Blue Devils have gone under in 10 of their last 11 following a game where they scored 90+ points. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-09-20 | Heat v. Blazers -3 | Top | 109-115 | Win | 100 | 13 h 29 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Portland Blazers. Portland is making a run for the post-season, which really shouldn't surprise anyone. If you have been paying attention over the last several years, you should remember that this is a team that has started slow only to dominate in the second half of the season, and then they have made plenty of noise in the playoffs. It seems like Dame Time has arrived, as Damian Lillard has scored 40+ points in six of his last nine games. It's not surprising that the Blazers have won six of their last nine games. They take on a shorthanded Miami Heat team tonight. Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro are expected to sit out tonight. The Blazers have covered in four straight home games, and they are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games versus Miami. Take POR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-09-20 | Blackhawks v. Jets -121 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 27 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. The Jets are right back in the playoff hunt after winning three of their last four. Patrick Laine scored a hat trick in a 5-2 win over the Senators yesterday, and that's good news for Winnipeg as they get set to host the Hawks. Chicago is also in the hunt for the playoffs, trailing Winnipeg by just three points with a couple of games in hand. The Blackhawks are 2-6 in the last eight meetings, and they are 1-4 in the last five meetings in Winnipeg. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-09-20 | Notre Dame +1.5 v. Clemson | 61-57 | Win | 100 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Notre Dame Irish. At first glance we can see that the Clemson Tigers are 9-4 at home, while the Irish have lost four of six road games. Look a little closer and you can see that Clemson has lost four of six, and their two wins during that span came by a combined four points. The Irish on the other hand have won four of six, and their two losses during that span came by a combined three points. Notre Dame lost by just a single point on the road at #5 ranked Florida State in it's last road game. The Irish are 5-2 straight up in the last seven head to head meetings, and they have won two of the last three at Clemson. Take ND. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-08-20 | Boise State +9.5 v. Utah State | 61-70 | Win | 100 | 15 h 44 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Boise State Broncos. Boise State will be a big underdog on the road at Utah State tonight, and the Broncos come in as winners of five straight overall. One of those wins was an 88-83 home win over the Aggies. That game went to overtime, and close games between these teams have been the norm. These two teams have played eight straight games decided by six points or less, and each of the last two meetings went to overtime. The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings, and the road team is 9-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take BSU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-08-20 | Wake Forest v. Syracuse UNDER 148 | 73-75 | Push | 0 | 15 h 48 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Under 148. The Orange beat Wake Forest by a score of 79-54 last March, going under the listed total of 137. The total for tonight's game is more than 10 points higher than it was in the last meeting, and each of the last four head to head meetings saw a total below 140. The under is 4-1 in the Orange last five games as a home favorite, and they have held opponents to just 63 points per game at home. This figures to be an easy win for the Orange, and it seems unlikely that Wake can score enough points to push this total over such a high number. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-08-20 | St Bonaventure v. Duquesne -3.5 | 83-80 | Loss | -105 | 13 h 42 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Duquesne Dukes.
St. Bonnaventure has had plenty of success against the Dukes, in fact they have seven straight and nine of the last 10 versus Duquesne. There are plenty of reasons to expect them to struggle on the road here in this game. The Dukes are 9-1 at home, and they are coming off a double digit road win at Saint Louis. The Bonnies are just 5-5 on the road, and they have failed to cover in four of their last five as an underdog. The Dukes have allowed opponents to score fewer than 60 points per game at home. Take DUQ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-08-20 | Senators v. Jets -170 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 7 h 50 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. Winnipeg is currently on the outside looking in, sitting a point back of Calgary for the final playoff spot in the West. A home game against the struggling Ottawa Senators is a must win game for the Jets. The Sens have just two wins in their last 16 overall, while the Jets have won two of three heading into today's game. The Jets are 6-1 in their last seven games as a home favorite. The Senators are 16-50 in their last 66 road games. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-08-20 | St. Louis v. Dayton UNDER 138.5 | 65-71 | Win | 100 | 12 h 41 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Under 138.5. The Flyers beat Saint Louis earlier this season, hitting a buzzer beater to tie the game at 69-69 to force overtime. Then they hit another buzzer beater for the game winner. This game isn't expected to be as close, with Dayton favored by double digits at home. The Flyers are 12-0 at home, and they have held opponents to just 61 points per game. The total for this game is higher than it was in any of the last nine head to head meetings. The under is 10-4 in the Billikens last 14 games as an underdog. Take Under. GL, Jesse Schule |