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02-07-24 | Appalachian State -8 v. Texas State | 56-63 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 9 m | Show | |
The Appalachian State Mountaineers are 19-4 overall and 10-1 in the Sun belt Conference. The Texas State Bobcats have struggled all season and are just 9-14 overall and 3-8 SB in the conference. The Mountaineers are putting up 78.3 points per game and are shooting 46.9% from the field and 31.7% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 65.4 points per game. The Texas State Bobcats are putting up 68.6 points per game and are shooting 44.1%, from the field and 31.8% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 70.7 points per game. The Mountaineers have won eight straight games and four straight on the road. The Bobcats have lost four of their last six games. App State has the advantage on both ends of the court and has more depth. App State is on a roll and Texas State will not slow them down. Play on App State. This is a 3% play | |||||||
02-07-24 | Wisconsin -5 v. Michigan | 68-72 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 14 m | Show | |
The 11th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers take on the Michigan Wolverines in Big 10 action. Wisconsin is 16-6 overall and 8-3 in the conference while Michigan is currently 7-15 overall and just 2-9 in the Big 10. Wisconsin is looking to turn things around after losing two in a row. Michigan has not been able to put things together this season. They come into this game having lost 10 of their last 11 games and five in a row. Wisconsin is the better team on both ends of the court. I just can’t back Michigan the way they are playing even though they are at home. This is a good spot for Wisconsin to bounce back and get into the win column. Play on Wisconsin. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-06-24 | Wolves -5 v. Bulls | 123-129 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 14 m | Show | |
The Minnesota Timberwolves square off against the Chicago Bulls in NBA action. Minnesota comes in at 35-15 (1st in the West) while Chicago is 23-27 (9th in the East). Minnesota has won three of its last four games. The Bulls are just 2-4 in their last six games. Chicago has been dealing with injuries and was dealt a blow when Zach LaVine opted to have foot surgery and is out for the season. For this game, Alex Caruso is questionable, while Coby White is probable. Minnesota is 30-9 as favorites this season. Minnesota has an edge on the defensive end and a huge advantage on the boards with Towns and Gobert. With all the injuries the Bulls cannot match up in the frontcourt. Throw in the fact that the T’wolves have the best player in Edwards I like them to win against an overmatched Bulls team. Play on Minnesota. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-06-24 | Clemson v. North Carolina -6.5 | 80-76 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 16 m | Show | |
Clemson will look to exact revenge when they go on the road to take on No. 3 North Carolina in an ACC battle. The Tigers are 14-7 overall and just 4-6 in the ACC. The third-ranked Tar Heels are 18-4 overall and 10-1 in the ACC. Clemson is just 3-6 over their last nine. The offense is putting up 79 points a game this season but just 74..8 over their last five games. They are shooting 46.9% from the floor and 35.2% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 72.2 points per game this season. The Tar Heels are 11-1 SU over their last 12 games. They are putting up 83.1 points per game. They are shooting 45.3% from the field and 35.4% deep. On the defensive end, they are allowing 69.9 points per game. North Carolina took the first match-up on the road by 10 as a 2.5-point underdog. The Tigers are 11-10 ATS this season and the Heels are 14-8 ATS. North Carolina is 7-3 ATS in the last ten meetings with Clemson. Carolina has an edge on the offensive end and I see this game going a lot like the last one. Take the tar Heels on their home court. Play on N Carolina. This is a 3% play | |||||||
02-06-24 | Ole Miss v. South Carolina -3 | 65-68 | Push | 0 | 7 h 9 m | Show | |
We have an SEC showdown between Ole Miss and No. 15 South Carolina. The Rebels are 18-4 overall and 5-4 in the SEC conference. The Gamecocks are 19-3 overall and 7-2 in conference play. The Rebels started the season strong against weaker competition but have found it more difficult in the SEC. They are putting up 76.9 points per game and are shooting 45.7% from the field and 38.7% from three-point range. On the defensive end, they are giving up 71.6 points per game. South Carolina has been on a nice roll, having won five in a row, including two over top 10 teams. This season, the offense is putting up 72.7 points a game and is shooting 44% from the field and 34.6% from deep. They have been getting it done on the defensive end, where they are allowing just 64.1 points per game. Ole Miss is 12-10 ATS and South Carolina is 17-5 ATS. Ole Miss has struggled against some of the best defenses in the conference, scoring 61.5 points against Auburn and Tennessee, and now faces the No.1 defense in the SEC. S. Carolina is 5-0 ATS in their last five and 8-2 ATS in their last ten games. The Gamecocks have an elite defense and it will show against an inconsistent Ole Miss offense. I am taking S. Carolina in this one. Play on S. Carolina. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-05-24 | Clippers -2.5 v. Hawks | 149-144 | Win | 100 | 14 h 35 m | Show | |
The LA Clippers take on the Atlanta Hawks for the first time this season. Las Angeles is 32-15 overall this season and ATS. Atlanta comes into this game with a 22-27 record and 14-25 ATS. The Clippers are finishing off a seven-game road trip with this game in Atlanta. After their win against Miami last night, they are now 5-1. For the season, the offense is putting up 118.5 points a game and on this trip, they are scoring 122..2 points. The Clippers are shooting 49.6% from the field and 39.4% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 112 points per game. The Hawks are riding a four-game winning streak and are in the 10th position in the Eastern Conference. The offense is putting up 121.2 points a game this season and 133.5 points over their last four games. They are shooting 46.6% from the field and 37.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 123.4 points per game. As productive as the Hawks' offense is, they are not that productive on the defensive end. They’ve given up at least 120 points in five straight games. Los Angeles is 4-1 ATS in the last five games versus the Hawks. The Hawks are 7-18-0 ATS at home. The Hawks will be without Capela in the paint, which should give the Clippers an advantage on the glass. I like the Clippers to close out their road trip with a win. Play on the LA Clippers. This is a 3% play | |||||||
02-05-24 | Kings +5 v. Cavs | 110-136 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 50 m | Show | |
The Sacramento Kings are on the road to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Kings have won the last three meetings between the two teams. Sacramento has won two in a row and six of the last seven. The Kings offense is 8th in the league with 118.5 points per game. They shoot 48.1% from the floor and 37% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 117.5 points a game. Cleveland comes into this game riding a five-game winning streak and they have won 13 of their last 14. They are 31-16 and are second in the Central Division. The Cavaliers are putting up 114.3 points per game on 47.9% shooting from the floor and 35.7% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 109.7 points per game. Both teams have been playing winning basketball but someone has to lose this one. Sacramento is finishing off a seven-game road trip and has won five of the six played. The Kings have a 15-11 road record. Cleveland is 17-8 and has lost just 2 games in 2024. I like the Kings to keep this one close and cover the number. Play on Sacramento. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-05-24 | Avalanche +100 v. Rangers | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 38 m | Show |
The Colorado Avalanche come off the AS break to take on the New York Rangers. The Avs come into this game with a 32-14-3 record, riding a three-game winning streak, and on top of the Central Division. The Rangers have a 30-16-3 record and sit atop of the Metropolitan Division. They have won just four of their last 10 games. The Avalanche are putting up 3.84 goals per game and have scored 18 goals in the last three games. The defense has struggled this season as they allow 3.10 goals per game. Despite their struggles as of late, on the season, the Rangers are putting up 3.27 goals per game and have scored seven goals in the last two games. The defense has been very solid this season, as they allow just 2.86 goals per game. The Avalanche are 7-3 in their past 10 head-to-head with the Rangers. Colorado has won the last two in New York by a combined 10-5 score. Play on Colorado. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-04-24 | Wright State -120 v. Northern Kentucky | 85-78 | Win | 100 | 5 h 17 m | Show | |
We have a Horizon League clash between the Wright State Raiders and the Northern Kentucky Norse. Wright State had their three-game win streak snapped by Youngstown State in their last game. The Raiders dropped to 12-11 and 7-5 in conference play. The Raiders are putting up 85.7 points a game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 81.4 points a game, which ranks 355th in scoring defense. They are shooting 53.4% from the floor and 38.8 from deep. Northern Kentucky comes in on a two-game losing streak. The Norse are 11-11 overall and 6-5 in conference play. The Norse are putting up 72.6 points per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 71.6 points a game. They shoot 45.3% from the floor and 30.7% from deep. Wright State has an explosive offense but is very poor on the defensive end. Northern Kentucky has an average defense and a below-average offense. Wright State is the top shooting team in the nation. Wright State has too much on the offensive end for Northern Kentucky. The Norse will be able to score against the Wright State defense but they will not be able to put up enough to stay within the number. Play on Wright State. This is a 3% play | |||||||
02-04-24 | Youngstown State -5 v. IUPU Ft Wayne | 78-82 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 7 m | Show | |
The Youngstown State Penguins have won three in a row on the road and four in a row overall, and now stand at 17-6 and 9-3 in the Horizon League. The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons are 14-8 overall and 5-6 in conference play. Youngstown State is putting up 78.1 points per game and on the defensive end, they are giving up 70.6 points per game. Purdue Fort Wayne is averaging 78.7 points per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 73.2 points per game. The Mastodons have lost six of their last seven games and three straight home games. Youngstown State is playing really well at the moment and is better on both ends of the floor. I like the Penguins to win and cover the number in this one, Play on Youngstown State. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-04-24 | Purdue -2.5 v. Wisconsin | 75-69 | Win | 100 | 4 h 29 m | Show | |
In a battle of top-10 Big 10 teams, second-ranked Purdue visits sixth-ranked Wisconsin. The Boilermakers are 20-2 overall and 9-2 in the Big Ten. The Badgers are 16-5 overall and 8-2 in the Big Ten. The Boilermakers have won six in a row and are 13-1 over their last 14 games. They are putting up 89.7 points per game over their current win streak which is above their 85.8 season average. They are shooting 49.5% from the field and 40.4% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 70 points a game. Wisconsin had their three-game winning streak snapped last time out. They are putting up 75.8 points a game this season. They are shooting 47.4% from the field and 35.8% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 67.5 points per game. Last season Purdue got a 63-61 victory on the road as -3.5 favorites. The Badgers are 10-9-2 ATS and the Boilermakers are 13-8-1 ATS. Purdue has by far the better offense and has a huge advantage on the glass. Wisconsin is 1-3-1 ATS in their last five, and Purdue is 3-2 ATS in their last five. Play on Purdue. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-03-24 | Oregon -140 v. UCLA | 63-71 | Loss | -140 | 11 h 16 m | Show | |
The Oregon Ducks are tied for first in the Pac-12 with the Arizona Wildcats and will look to put pressure on them with a win over the UCLA Bruins today. It won’t be easy as the Bruins have won two in a row and four of their last five. Oregon won the first game this season 64-59. The Oregon Ducks are 15-6 on the season and are 7-3 in the PAC12. The Ducks are putting up 78.2 points per game. They are shooting 46.6% from the field and 37.6 from deep. The Ducks are 13-8 record against the number this season. Oregon has covered 3 of their last 4. The UCLA Bruins are 10-11 this season. The Bruins have won 4 of their last 5 overall and have covered four of their last 5 also. The offense is putting up 65.5 points per game but has gone over 70 in 3 of their last 5. The Bruins are shooting 41.6% from the field and 31% from behind the arc. UCLA is 9-11 against the spread. Oregon beat the Bruins, in the first game between the two by five points but did not cover the number of 7. Oregon's big man N’Faly Dante did not play in that game but will play in this one, which gives the Ducks an advantage. Take Oregon on the road in this one. Play on Oregon on the money line. This is a 3% play | |||||||
02-03-24 | Drake v. Indiana State -5.5 | 67-75 | Win | 100 | 7 h 2 m | Show | |
We head to the Missouri Valley with the Drake Bulldogs taking on the Indiana State Sycamores. Drake comes in at 18-4 and 9-2 in the Missouri Valley. Indiana State is 19-3 overall and leads the conference with a 10-1 record. The Drake Bulldogs are putting up 79.7 points per game and are shooting 48.2% from the field and 35.1% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 67.5 points per game. The Sycamores are putting up 86.0 points per game and are shooting 51.0% from the field and an impressive 40.7% from behind the arc. On the defensive end, they are giving up 72.7 points per game. Indiana State is unbeaten at home and will use that advantage and their depth to bring home an all-important conference win and extend their lead in the conference over Drake. Play on Indiana State. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-03-24 | Maryland v. Michigan State -6.5 | 54-63 | Win | 100 | 7 h 38 m | Show | |
The Michigan State Spartans take on the Maryland Terrapins in Big 10 action. Both teams come in at 13-8 this season and both teams need a win in this one. Maryland is putting up 70.3 points per game while shooting 41.8% from the field and 29.7% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 63.4 points per game. Michigan State is putting up 76.0 points per game on 47.5% shooting from the field and 36.8% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 65.8 points per game. I like the Spartans at home in this one. As they showed against Michigan, when things are going right for them, they are one of the best teams in the country. Things just haven’t been going right for them this season on a consistent basis. I like the Spartans at home in this one. Play on Michigan State. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-02-24 | Raptors v. Rockets -4 | 106-135 | Win | 100 | 9 h 42 m | Show | |
The Toronto Raptors are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference with a 17-30 record. They will take on the 11th Western Conference seed Houston Rockets, who are 22-25 this season. The Raptors offense ranks 18th in the league with 114.5 points per game. They are shooting 48.0% from the field and 35.8% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 116.6 points per game. Houston's offense ranks 21st in the league in scoring at 113.4 points per game. They are shooting 46.2% from the field and 35.0% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 112.5 points per game which is 10th. Toronto traded away Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby and may be close to giving up on the season. The Raptors are struggling and have been inconsistent. Houston is also not playing their best and has lost four of their last six games. The Houston Rockets are 17-9 at home this season. Houston is a more balanced team on both ends of the court and with the advantage of playing at home, I like Houston to get the win and cover. Play on Houston. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
02-02-24 | Kings -145 v. Pacers | 133-122 | Win | 100 | 8 h 55 m | Show | |
The Sacramento Kings continue their road trip in Indianapolis as they get set to take on the Pacers. Sacramento is 27-19 this season and is fifth in the Western Conference while Indiana is 6th in the Eastern Conference at 27-22. The Pacers won the last meeting 126-121. The Kings are coming off a loss to Miami on Wednesday. The loss snapped a four-game winning streak and the Kings are now 3-1 on their seven-game road trip. The Kings offense is putting up 118.1 points per game which ranks ninth. On the defensive end, they are giving up 117.4 points per game. The Indiana Pacers will be on the second game of a back-to-back after losing to New York last night. The Indiana Pacers have the top-ranked offense with 124.8 points per game. On the defensive end, the Pacers rank third to last in points allowed per game at 122.9 points. With this being the second game of a back-to-back for the Pacers, it will be interesting to see who plays and for how long, as they are dealing with injuries. The Pacers have four players dealing with injuries and combined, they score over 50 points a game. Haliburton played just 22 minutes last time out and we could see the same in this one. The Kings are at full health and and have been playing well on this road trip. The Pacers had a tough fight against the Knicks and will now take on a tough Kings team that is rested. Play on Sacramento on the money line. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
02-02-24 | Suns -150 v. Hawks | 120-129 | Loss | -150 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
The Phoenix Suns are on the road to take on the Atlanta Hawks. Both teams are coming off wins last time out. Phoenix is on a two-game winning streak. The Suns offense is ranked 12th in the league at 116.8 points per game. They are shooting 49.5% from the field and 37.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they rank 15th, giving up 114.4 points per game. Atlanta comes into this game also having won two in a row. The Hawks have had no problems on the offensive end this season as they rank 3rd in scoring at 120.6 points per game. The same can’t be said on the defensive end as they rank 29th in the league in scoring defense at 123.3 points per game. When the Suns are healthy they have a dynamic three-headed monster in Durant, Booker, and Beal. The Sun’s problem is that they have not all been healthy at the same time. Atlanta is fighting for a playoff spot, so will they be buyers or sellers at the upcoming trade deadline? The Hawks are just 10-13 at home this season. Phoenix is the better team in this one but Atlanta has the rest advantage. I trust the Phoenix defense to get more stops the the Hawks defense. Play on Phoenix on the money line. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
02-01-24 | Oregon -135 v. USC | 78-69 | Win | 100 | 12 h 8 m | Show | |
The Oregon Ducks have posted a 14-6 record and tied for first in the Pac-12 at 6-3. They will look to take on the 8-12 USC Trojans. Oregon won the first meeting between the two by 8 back in December. e in the Pac-12. Oregon is coming off a loss to Arizona last time out. For the season, they are putting up 78.3 points a game and are shooting 47.1% from the field and 37.6% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 72.9 points a game. USC has lost five in a row and are in last place in the Pac-12. This season, USC is putting up 74.5 points a game and is shooting 44.5% from the field and 35.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 74.7 points a game. The Ducks are a well-balanced team, with seven players putting up eight points or more. USC will be without their second-leading scorer, Isaiah Collier. With Collier out of the lineup, they have just two players averaging 10 points or more and are scoring just 69 PPG in the Pac-12. USC doesn't have the horses on the offensive end to keep this game close. On the defensive end, USC has struggled to slow teams down and Orgon should be able to find open shots. The DUcks go quacking on the road. Play on Oregon. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
02-01-24 | Youngstown State +3.5 v. Wright State | 88-77 | Win | 100 | 11 h 48 m | Show | |
The Youngstown State Penguins, winners of three straight, are 16-6 overall and 8-3 in the Horizon League so far this season. They put that record on the line when they took on the Wright State Raiders, have also won three in a row, and are 12-10 overall and 7-4 in the Horizon. Youngstown State is putting up 81.7 points per game, which ranks 30th. They are shooting 46.3% from the field and 33.6% from deep. On the defensive end, they are allowing 68.5 points per game. Wright State's offense is ranked 6th in the nation at 86.1 points per game. They shoot 53.6% from the field and 38.9% from deep. They struggle on the defensive end, as they allow 81.1 points per game which is 354th. Youngstown State has covered the spread in six straight and covered against Wright State back in January winning by 10. Wright State has covered the spread in just two of its last five. The offenses are closer than the defenses are. I am taking the better defense and the team that won the first matchup by double digits. Play on Youngstown State. This is a 4% floor. | |||||||
01-31-24 | Alabama -5.5 v. Georgia | 85-76 | Win | 100 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
The 24th-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide are 14-6 overall and in first place in the SEC at 6-1. They go on the road to face the Georgia Bulldogs who are also 14-6 overall but just 2-3 in the conference. Alabama has won two in a row and eight of their last nine. They are putting up 89.7 points per game and are shooting 48.6% from the field and 38.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 75.6 points per game. The Bulldogs got off to a strong start to the season posting a 12-3 record. but have gone 2-3 since. Georgia is putting up 77.3 points per game and is shooting 43.4% from the field and 35.1% from deep. On the defensive end, they are putting up 73.2 points per game. Alabama is 11-8-1 ATS while Georgia is 10-9-1 ATS. Georgia struggled against the top offenses in the conference and now must face the No.1 SEC offense. The Crimson Tide are 6-4 ATS in their last ten games against Georgia. Bama blew them out last season and I expect things to remain the same this season. Play on Alabama. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-30-24 | Mississippi State v. Ole Miss | 82-86 | Win | 100 | 14 h 42 m | Show | |
The Ole Miss Rebels have won two straight games and 12 straight home games. They put up 77 points a game at home. The Bulldogs have lost four straight road games scoring less than 70 points per game in their last three games. The Rebels give up less than 65 points a game on their home floor. Ole Miss has hit the money line in 13 of their last 17 games at home. Ole Miss is the better rebounding team which should lead to second-chance points. Ole Miss should be able to force turnovers against a sloppy Mississippi State team which will lead to easy points. Ole Miss moves to 13-0 at home. Play on Ole Miss. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-30-24 | Illinois -140 v. Ohio State | 87-75 | Win | 100 | 13 h 42 m | Show | |
The 14th-ranked Illinois Fighting Illini come into this Big 10 matchup with a 15-5 overall record and are 6-3 in the conference. The Ohio State Buckeyes are 13-7 overall and are just 3-6 in the Big 10. On the season. Illinois is putting up 82.1 points per game. They shoot 46.1% from the floor and 34.1% from behind the arc. On the defensive end, Illinois is giving up 68.7 points per game. Ohio State Buckeyes are putting up 75.2 points per game. The Buckeyes shoot 44.5% from the field and 33.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 68.2 points per game. Illinois has a distinct advantage on the offensive end with their 26th-ranked offense led by Terrence Shannon Jr. Illinois should also have an advantage on the boards which will limit the Buckeyes and give the Illini extra possessions. Ohio State has lost five of six after winning 12 of their first 14 games. The Buckeyes have struggled against good teams and I see them struggling to contend with Shaanon’s scoring ability and the Illini’e rebounding in this one. Play on Illinois on the money line. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-30-24 | Marquette +2.5 v. Villanova | 85-80 | Win | 100 | 12 h 29 m | Show | |
Villanova will play host to the No. 9 Marquette in a Big East action. The Golden Eagles are 15-5 this season and 6-3 in the Big East. The Wildcats are 11-9 this season and will look to even their conference record at 5-5 with a win. The Golden Eagles have won four straight games as the offense has put up an average of 80.3 points in their four wins. During the season, they are putting up 77.5 points a game, as they shoot 47.1% from the field and 32.9% from deep. They also get it done on the defensive end, where they give up 67.6 points per game. Villanova started the conference season 3-0 but have gone 1-5 over their last six games. They are riding a four-game losing streak. For the season, they are putting up 72.9 points a game. They shoot 42.4% from the field and 32.5% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 67.6 points per game. The Golden Eagles won 87-74 in the same matchup two weeks ago. Villanova is 1-3 ATS in their last four home games. Marquette is 5-0 ATS over their last five games against the Wildcats. This game will be closer than the first, but Marquettes' defense will be the difference in this one. Play on Marquette. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-29-24 | Predators +101 v. Senators | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 55 m | Show | |
The Predators go on the road to take on the Ottawa Senators. Nashville has posted a 26-22-1while Ottawa comes in at 18-25-2. Nashville has lost three of their last four. On the offensive end, they rank 19th in goals and 17th in shots per game. They have scored three or more goals in five of the last 10 games. On the defensive end, they are 17th in goals against and 14th in shots against per game. Ottawa is looking to bounce back back after a loss last time out. On the offensive end, they rank 11 in goals and 8th in shots per game. They have scored four or more goals in five of their last eight games. On the defensive end, they rank 30th in goals and 20th in shots against per game. Nashville is 6-1-3 in their last 10 meetings against Ottawa. Nashville has a definite edge between the pipes and has had the upper hand in recent matchups. I look for that to continue in this one. Play on Nashville. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-28-24 | Lions +7.5 v. 49ers | 31-34 | Win | 100 | 13 h 47 m | Show | |
The Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers battle it out for the NFC Championship and a trip to the Super Bowl. Detroit is 14-5 this season and an NFL-best 13-6 against the number. San Fran finished the season at 13-5 but just 9-9 against the number. Detroit needs Goff and the offense to play well right from the start. They have done that down the stretch. The defense has to play better as they have given up a lot of yards but in their defense, they have tightened up in the red zone and held teams to field goals. Detroit has a balanced offensive attack as they can run the ball with Gibbs and Montgomery. They will need to at least try to run the ball to keep the Faan Fran defense honest. The 49ers will be playing in their third straight Championship Game and fourth in the last five seasons. Deebo Samuel will go for the 49ers but for how long is a question. The offense is not as explosive when he is not in the lineup and the offense struggled last week against Green Bay. San Fran had a top-10 defense this season. The Lions are 4-1 ATS in their last five and have gone 7-2 ATS on the road this season. San Francisco is 2-3 ATS in their last five and 3-6 ATS at home this season. I think Detroit will be able to keep up with the 49ers and if they can get pressure on Purdy, we have seen him throw interceptions when pressured. Goff has been in a Super Bowl in his career so I don’t think the pressure will get to him. Dan “Gamble” could be a blessing or a curse in this one. I think the Lions can keep it close and have a chance at an upset as they are playing with house money. Play on Detroit. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-28-24 | Suns -1.5 v. Magic | 98-113 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 2 m | Show | |
The Suns have been red-hot lately, winning seven of their last eight games overall and four of their last five road games. Over the last three games, they have scored over 125 points in each game of 56 percent shooting from the field and just over 40% from deep. The Magic have given up 124 points or more in two of their last three home games. The Magic have lost four of their last five games and three of their last four home games. Unlike the Suns, the offense has struggled over the last three games, scoring less than 105 points. The Suns are playing better basketball right now and it will be hard for the magic to keep up with Durant, Booker, and Beal. Play on Phoenix. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-28-24 | Memphis -3.5 v. UAB | 88-97 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 1 m | Show | |
The #19 Memphis Tigers are 15-4 this season but just 7-12-0 ATS. They will take on the UAB Blazers who are 12-7 overall and 8-9-1 ATS. Memphis started the conference season going but has dropped two straight by a combined three points. They are putting up 81.2 points per game. They shoot 46.5% from the floor, and 35.4% from three. On the defensive end, they are giving up 74.7 points per game. UAB dropped to 4-2 in the conference after losing last time out. The Blazers put up 76.6 points a game this season but managed just under 70 in their last two games. UAB shoots 44.0% from the field and just 33% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 75.1 points per game. Memphis is 5-2 on the road this season. Outside of rebounding, Memphis is better or as good as UAb in every category. I like Memphis to come out on top in this conference road game. Play on Memphis. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-28-24 | Chiefs v. Ravens -3.5 | 17-10 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 20 m | Show | |
The defending Super Bowl Champions Kansas City Chiefs go on the road to take on the No. 1 seed Baltimore Ravens for the AFC Championship. This will be a duel between Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson. This will be the sixth straight AFC Championship game for Mahomes and the Chiefs. Kansas City relied on their defense this season sd their defense struggled this season. The Chiefs rank 2nd in the NFL for the fewest yards allowed and 2nd for scoring defense. Their run defense will be tested in this one. The Ravens have one of the best defenses in the NFL. They can get pressure with their front four and do a very good job of disguising coverages. Kansas City’s receivers have struggled at times with drops and they can ill afford to drop passes and get into third and long plays. The Ravens are 12-6 ATS this season. The Chiefs bring the experience of Mahomes and Reid, but they had a lot of inconsistency from their receiving room including the sure-handed Kelce. Baltimore finished the season as the 2nd best team against the spread. Baltimore allowed just 16.5 points per game and had the 6th best-passing defense in the league. It is hard to go against Mahomes but I can’t trust the Chiefs' receivers and Kelce will find it hard to get open over the middle with Queen and Smith dropping into coverage. Play on Baltimore. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-28-24 | Kings -145 v. Blues | 3-4 | Loss | -145 | 8 h 45 m | Show | |
The St. Louis Blues come into this matchup having won 4 in a row. They have not fared well against the Kings recently. Over the last 10 games, the Kings hold a 7-2-1 advantage. Over that span, the Kings are putting up 3.60 goals per game while the Blues have scored 2.80 goals per game. The defenses will be the key in this game and I give the edge to the Kings. The Kings rank fifth in goals against per game and third in shots against per game. St. Louis ranks 19th in goals against per game and 25th in shots against per game. I like the Kings in this one as they are better on both ends of the ice and have had the Blues number as of late. Play on LA KINGS This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-28-24 | Xavier +11.5 v. Connecticut | 56-99 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 6 m | Show | |
The UCONN Huskies took the first meeting between the two 80-75 two weeks ago. The Xavier Musketeers are 12-6 ATS and UConn is 11-8 ATS. Xavier has four conference losses all by an average of seven points a game. In the first meeting, UCONN held a 54% to 35.9 % shooting advantage. UConn is just 5-5 ATS at home this season while Xavier has gone 4-1 ATS on the road. Xavier is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games. I don’t expect these two teams to shoot like they did the last time they played. Xavier is hungry for a win after losing three in a row. They might not win this one but will keep it close. Play on Xavier. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-27-24 | Panthers -140 v. Islanders | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 8 h 5 m | Show | |
The Florida Panthers go on the road to take on the New York Islanders in Eastern Conference action. The Panthers are second in the Atlantic Division and have won two in a row. The Islanders are fifth in the Metropolitan Division and are on a two-game losing streak. New York took the first game between the two this season in Florida. The Panthers are 12th in the league in goals scored and fourth in goals allowed. The Islanders are just 22nd in the NHL in goals scored and they rank 26th in goals allowed. The offenses will be the difference in this game. Florida is putting up almost 5 goals a game in their last three while the Islanders are scoring less than three over their last five. The Panthers have won two straight games and six straight road games. The Islanders have given up nine goals in their last three games. The Islanders have lost two straight games and six of their last seven games. Take Florida on the road in this one. Play on Florida this is a 4% play | |||||||
01-27-24 | Devils v. Lightning -145 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 8 h 4 m | Show | |
The New Jersey Devils go on the road to Florida to battle the Tampa Bay Lightning. New Jersey comes in at 24-19-3 while Tampa Bay is 26-18-5. Tampa has won the only matchup between the two this season. New Jersey ranks eighth in goals per game and 12th in shots per game, and they have scored four or more goals in five of the last 10 games. On the defensive end, they rank 27th in goals against per game and 10th in shots against per game. Tampa Bay ranks ninth in goals per game and 20th in shots per game and they have scored four or more goals in six of their last 10 games. On the defensive end, they rank 23rd in goals against per game and 13th in shots against per game. Tampa Bay is 7-3-0 in the last 10 games against New Jersey. In those 10 games TB is averaging just under four goals a game and the Devils are netting 3.20 goals per game. Tampa Bay has won seven of their last eight games. New Jersey has lost six of their last nine games. I am on the team that is playing better at the moment on their home ice. Play on Tampa Bay. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-27-24 | Maple Leafs v. Jets -124 | 4-2 | Loss | -124 | 8 h 32 m | Show | |
The Toronto Maple Leafs are 24-14-8 this season and are on the road to take on the Winnipeg Jets who are 30-11-5. They played in Toronto on Wednesday with the Leafs getting a 1-0 overtime win. The Maple Leafs are seventh in the NHL at 3.43 goals per game but they are giving up 3.20 goals per game. Toronto has won two in a row and is 13-5-6 on the road. Winnipeg has lost two in a row heading into this game. Winnipeg is 16-6-2 with a +15 goal differential when playing at home. Winnipeg is allowing just 2.26 goals per game which is the best in the NHL, while putting up 3.17 goals per game. Winnipeg returns home and will have Connor Hellebuyck nack between the pipes. He did not play in Wednesday’s game. The Jets have won seven of their last eight home games. The Maple Leafs have lost three of their last five road games. Toronto doesn’t play as well on the defensive end when on the road and I like Winnipeg’s offense to come through. Play on Winnipeg. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-27-24 | Iowa +2 v. Michigan | 88-78 | Win | 100 | 6 h 19 m | Show | |
Big 10 rivals Iowa and Michigan meet in Ann Arbor. The Hawkeyes are 11-8 overall and 3-5 in the Big 10. The Wolverines have been struggling this season and posted a 7-12 record overall and are just 2-6 in conference play. The Hawkeyes come into the game looking for a win after losing two in a row. The Iowa offense is 2nd in the conference at 85.1 points per game. They are shooting 47.8% from the field and 34.2% from three. On the defensive end, they are giving up 77.4 points per game. The Wolverines have lost two in a row and seven of their last eight games. The offense is putting up 76.7 points a game this season but in their last five, that has dropped to 68.6 points per game. They are shooting 46.6% from the field this season and 37.4% from three. On the defensive end, they are giving up 78.7 points per game. Michigan won back in December but the Wolverines have been in a nose dive. The Hawkeyes are 8-11 ATS and Michigan is 6-13 ATS. The Wolverines lost by 30 to Purdue and now have to face the second-best offense in the conference. Iowa is 2-1 ATS in their last three games against Michigan. Michigan is struggling on the defensive end and they should be able to get theirs on the offensive end. I don’t think Michigan can keep pace and I like the Hawkeyes to come away with an easy win. Play on Iowa. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-27-24 | Bruins -154 v. Flyers | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 2 h 60 m | Show | |
The Boston Bruins take on the Philadelphia Flyers in the City of Brotherly Love. The Bruins, come in at 30-9-9 while the Flyers are 25-18-6. The Bruins are putting up 3.44 goals per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 2.60 goals per game. The Flyers are third in the Metropolitan Division. The Flyers are putting up 2.88 goals per game and allowing 2.86 goals per game. This is the first matchup between the two after the Bruins took all three games last season. The Bruins have the advantage on offense, defense, and between the pipes. I like the Bruins to roll in this one. Play on Boston. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-26-24 | Kings v. Avalanche -140 | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 9 h 18 m | Show | |
The Avalanche are tied for first with the Winnipeg Jets at 65 points. They are 7-3 in their last ten and are on a two-game winning streak. The Kings are 4th in the Pacific with 53 points. They are 2-5-3 over their last 10. The Kings are putting up 3.18 goals per game which is 14th in the league and they are 3rd in shots on goal. Los Angeles is 4th in goals against at 2.58, and 3rd in shots against per game. Colorado is #1 in goals per game at 3.81 and 9th in shots. On the defensive end, they are 8th in s and 18th in goals against per contest at 3.15. I like the Avalanche in this one as they have the better offense and the defense will do just enough. Play on Colorado. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-26-24 | Mavs -130 v. Hawks | 148-143 | Win | 100 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
Both teams are struggling and are dealing with injuries to key players. Both teams are looking to snap a three-game losing streak. The Hawks will be missing two starters in Hunter and Young while Irving is questionable for Dallas. During their losing streak, Atlanta is giving up 124 points per game. Overall this season, Atlanta has the third-worst defense in the league. The Hawks are just 8-12 at home this season. The Mavericks are 23-21 against the spread while as a road favorite, they are 8-2 ATS. Atlanta, meanwhile, is 1-5 ATS as a home underdog, Dallas should be able to take advantage of Atlanta’s poor defense and come away with a win on the road. Play on Dallas on the money line. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-26-24 | Suns -4.5 v. Pacers | 131-133 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 31 m | Show | |
The Suns are on a roll and their three big guns of Durant, Booker, and Beal finally meshing together. When they are on, they are a deadly three-headed monster. This game could have been a scoring fest, but without Haliburton in the lineup, the Pacers will struggle to keep pace with the Suns. The Pacers are 3-6 when Haliburton is not in the line-up. This is the second game of a seven-game road trip for the Suns but more importantly, this will be the second game of a back-to-back for the Pacers. Even with Haliburton, this game would be a challenge, without him, the Suns roll. Play on Phoenix. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-26-24 | Panthers -129 v. Penguins | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 24 m | Show | |
The Florida Panthers have won six of the last ten and two straight against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Panthers have won 11 of their last 15 games and are 15-7-2 on the road this season. Both Goalies have been outstanding with the Penguins' Tristan Jarry and the Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky coming in with goal-against averages under three. The Panthers have allowed just seven goals in their past four games on the road. The Penguins have allowed under three goals in their last ten games. The Panthers average 3.23 goals per game, and allow only 2.60 goals per game. The Penguins put up 2.98 goals per game and allowed 2.73 goals a game. I like the Panthers in this one. Play on Florida. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-25-24 | Predators +105 v. Wild | 3-2 | Win | 105 | 8 h 34 m | Show | |
The Nashville Predators take on division rival Minnesota Wild on Thursday night. The Nashville Predators have won just one of their past four games and are in fourth place in the Central Division. Nashville is 12-9-1 on the road this season. The Minnesota Wild are 4-1-0 in their past five games and are in seventh place in the Central. They are 12-9-3 at home this season. The Predators have won six of the last 10 matchups between the two teams and have won 2 of the last three played in Minnesota. The Predators are 3.02 goals per game and are allowing 3.11 goals per game. The Wild are putting up 3.02 goals per game and are giving up 3.36. Nashville has been the more consistent team for the season and I like them to win on the road. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-25-24 | Celtics -7.5 v. Heat | 143-110 | Win | 100 | 7 h 56 m | Show | |
Boston goes on the road to meet the Heat. The Celtics are 34-10 and lead the Eastern Conference by three games against the Bucks. The Heat are just 24-20 his season and are in sixth place in the East 10 games back of the Celtics. The Heat have lost four straight games while the Celtics have won five of their last six games. Boston is putting up 120.3 points per game and on the defensive end, they are giving up 110.6 points per game. Miami is putting up just 110.5 points per game and on the defensive end, they are giving up 110.5 points a game. Both teams are top 10 in defense with Boston ranking 5th and Miami at 4th. The difference between the two teams is on the offensive end with the Celtics having the fourth-best offense and the Heat having the fourth-worst. Boston is 15-6-1 against the spread when they have been favorites by seven points or more. Miami is 0-4 against the spread as a home underdog. Make that 0-5 as the Celtics win and cover. Play on Boston. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-25-24 | 76ers -5 v. Pacers | 122-134 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 35 m | Show | |
The Philadelphia 76ers head to Indianapolis to take on the Indiana Pacers. Philadelphia is 29-13 overall this season and is on a six-game win streak. The 76ers are third in the Eastern Conference. Philadelphia is fifth in scoring at 119.8 points a game. On the defensive end, they rank 8th, giving up 111.5 points a game. So far this season, Indiana is 24-20 and in seventh place in the Eastern Conference. They have the best offense in the NBA, as they are putting up 124.6 points a game. They also have one of the worst defenses in the league, ranking 28th with 122.9 points a game. Tyrese Haliburton is again out for the Pacers, which makes it hard on the offense. The 76ers are 27-15 against the number and will pick up the win as the Pacers won’t be able to keep pace on the offensive end. Play on Philadelphia. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-25-24 | Flyers v. Red Wings -116 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 7 h 39 m | Show | |
The Philadelphia Flyers take on the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Philadelphia is 25-17-6 this season while Detroit is 24-18-5. They have split their two games this season. The Flyers come in and have lost three in a row. They rank 22nd in goals and fourth in shots per game. They scored three or more goals in eight of their last 10 games. On the defensive end, they rank ninth in goals and fifth in shots against per game. The Wings rank fifth in goals per game and 24th in shots per game. They have scored three or more goals in seven of the last 10 games. On the defensive end, they rank 24th in goals against and 28th in shots against per game. Detroit has won four of their last six games. The Red Wings average 3.49 goals per game. The Flyers average 2.94 goals per game. I like the Red Wings to take this one on their home ice. Play on Detroit. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-24-24 | Illinois -3 v. Northwestern | 91-96 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 58 m | Show | |
The 10th-ranked Illinois Fighting Illini take on the Northwestern Wildcats in Big 10 action. Illinois is 14-4 overall and 5-2 in the Big 10 while Northwestern is 13-5 and 4-3 in the Big 10. Illinois is 12-5-1 against the number. The Wildcats are 7-9-2 ATS this season. This will be the second meeting between these two teams this season, with Illinois winning by 30 in that game without their best player who has since returned to the team. With Shannon in the lineup, the Illini are 10-2 SU, winning by an average of 16.58 points. Northwestern does come in in with a 13-5 record but that came against the 332nd-ranked non-conference schedule. Illinois is 23rd in the nation in scoring offense and 58th in field goal percentage. Illinois will have an advantage on the glass which will allow them to get out and set the pace as Northwestern will try to slow the pace. I like Illinois to roll in this one as they could be a final-four team with Shannon on the lineup. Play on Illinois. This is a 5% play. | |||||||
01-23-24 | Nuggets -3.5 v. Pacers | 114-109 | Win | 100 | 13 h 34 m | Show | |
The Denver Nuggets are on the road in Indiana to take on the Indiana Pacers. Denver is 30-14 this season, good for third in the Western Conference while Indiana is seventh in the Eastern Conference with a 24-19 record. They have played once this season with Denver coming away with a 117-109 win. Denver has been getting it done on the defensive end, where they are the sixth-ranked scoring defense, allowing 110.9 points per game. They have the 14th-ranked offense, putting up 115.9 points per game. Indiana comes into this game with the best offense in the NBA. They are putting up 125 points per game. They need the offensive output as they are weak on the defensive end. They have the second-worst defense in the NBA, giving up 123.1 points a game. Tyrese Haliburton is listed as questionable for the game, and if he can’t go, the Pacers will miss his 23 points a game. The Nuggets have won the last seven games against the Pacers. I like the Nuggets in this one as they are a bad matchup for the Pacers. The Pacers are not a good rebounding team which will allow Jokic to control the paint and will offer a lot of second-chance opportunities for the Nuggets. The Nuggets are the better defensive team and that will make the difference down the stretch. Play on Denver. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-22-24 | Bulls v. Suns -4.5 | 113-115 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
The Suns come into their game versus the Bulls riding a four-game winning streak and they have won two of their last three home games. Over those four games, the offense has come alive, putting up over 120 points per game in their last four games. They should be able to find success against a Bulls team that is giving up over 115 points a game on the road. The Bulls have won two in a row. They will need to step it up on the offensive end, where they are putting up 110 points a game on the road this season. The Phoenix Suns have won 8 straight over the Bulls with six of those wins covering a 5.5 spread. I am taking the Suns at home in this one. Play on Phoenix. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-22-24 | Wake Forest v. North Carolina -7.5 | 64-85 | Win | 100 | 7 h 20 m | Show | |
The North Carolina Tar Heels have been dominating the ACC since the conference season got underway. The Tar Heels have covered the number in seven of their last eight wins. Wake Forest lives on the perimeter, but North Carolina has the athletes on defense, making it difficult to get open looks. Carolina with Armando Bacot down low, will have a huge advantage in the painted area. Wake Forest has lost their last two road games in the conference. The Tar Heels won all their conference games by double digits, except for an 8-point win over FSU. They have won by an average of 15 points in conference play. Wake lives on the perimeter and must hit threes to stay in this game. The problem for them is that the Tar Heels allow their opponent to shoot just 29% from deep. I think Wake will struggle against the NC defense and the Tar heels will dominate the boards and in the paint. I am looking for another double-digit home win for Carolina at home in this one. Play on NC. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-21-24 | Chiefs v. Bills -145 | 27-24 | Loss | -145 | 45 h 18 m | Show | |
We have been here before with the Buffalo Bills taking on the Kansas City Chiefs. They have split their 6 games since 2020 but the Chiefs have won both playoff games. During the season, the KC offense has not been as explosive as in years past, putting up 22.1 points a game. The defense has stepped up to make up for the offense, as they have allowed just 16.7 points per game, which was 2nd in the NFL. Buffalo has played well on both sides of the ball, especially down the stretch. At one point it looked like they would not even make the playoffs. On the offensive side, they are putting up 26.8 points per game. On the defensive side, they are giving up 18.2 points per game which is 4th best in the NFL. The Bills have won the last three regular season matches while the Chiefs have taken both playoff games. This will be the first road game in the playoffs for Mahomes. Buffalo has been red hot as they have won six in a row. This should be a close game, but I don’t trust the receivers of Kansas City to come through in the clutch. Play on Buffalo on the money line. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-21-24 | Chiefs v. Bills UNDER 45.5 | 27-24 | Loss | -110 | 45 h 9 m | Show | |
The under has hit in the last 2 games between the Bills and the Chiefs with the last game landing on 37 points. Both team's strength this season has been their defense and I don’t see that changing in this one. The weather will be cold and I expect both teams to rely more on the running game, which will keep the clock running and shorten the game. I can’t trust the KC receivers to come through in the clutch. I am going with the under in this one Play on the UNDER. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-21-24 | Indiana State -5 v. Murray State | 72-63 | Win | 100 | 6 h 25 m | Show | |
Indiana State has been playing their best basketball since the Larry Bird days. They are contenders to win the MVC this season and make the Big Dance. They will be on the road for this one, but Murray State is just 5-4 SU and 3-5 ATS at home this year. Murray State's defense is not very good and I expect the ISU backcourt to dominate in this game. ISU has won four of their last five games, holding four of those opponents to 73 points or fewer. Indiana State is one of the best shooting teams in the country, and Murray State is 305th in the nation in opponent field-goal percentage and 301st in opponent three-point shooting. I am laying the points in this one and looking for an easy double-digit win from ISU. Play on ISU. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-21-24 | Bucs v. Lions OVER 49 | 23-31 | Win | 100 | 42 h 35 m | Show | |
Tampa Bay has gone under 12 times in 18 games and four straight. The Buccaneer defense has allowed just 11 points a game over their last four. On the road, Tampa Bay has gone in five of their nine games played on the road. Detroit has gone over the number in 11 of their 18 games this season. They have gone over in three of their last five and six of nine games played at Ford Field. Detroit’s offense will get the better of the Tampa Bay defense as Ben Johnson will be able to dial up plays to thwart the blitz and have a dynamic two-headed rushing attack to wear down the Buccaneers' defense. Tampa will score some points in this one as Detroit employs a bend but don’t break defense that gives up plays in the passing game.. Play on the OVER. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-21-24 | Memphis -3 v. Tulane | 79-81 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 30 m | Show | |
Memphis is coming off a bad loss on their home court to South Florida by a point. They will be looking to take their frustration out on Tulane in this one. Before that upset loss, Memphis was on a roll, winners of 10 in a row. I am looking for the Memphis offense to expose the Tuane defense has been poor all season. UAB pounded the paint in beating Tulane and Memphis has the players to do just that. Tulane is going to put up points with the 8th-ranked scoring offense but they will give up easy points as well. With Memphis controlling the paint, that should free up some open shots from deep and Memphis is in the top third in three-point shooting. Memphis bounces back in this one and gets the win and cover on the road. Play on Memphis. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-21-24 | Michigan State +1 v. Maryland | 61-59 | Win | 100 | 2 h 36 m | Show | |
If Michigan State looked in a mirror they would probably see the other team's reflection. Both teams are 11-7 overall and just 3-4 in the conference. Both teams are led by an elite scoring guard with both putting up 20 points a game. Last season, Michigan State came away with a 63-58 win at home. This season, the Spartans are 9-8-1 ATS and the Terrapins are 7-11 ATS.MSU is averaging averaging five more field goals than Maryland and the defenses are pretty even. Michigan State is 4-0 SU and 3-1 ATS in the last four meetings with Maryland. I am taking. Izzo and the Spartans to get an away win here as this is the time of the year the Spartans start to put things together if they are going to. Play on MSU. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-21-24 | Michigan State v. Maryland UNDER 135 | 61-59 | Win | 100 | 1 h 19 m | Show | |
I am looking for a low-scoring game as both teams like to play at a slow pace. Michigan State will run when they get a chance but if not there they slow it down, hence they rank 279th in tempo and Maryland ranks 295th. Michigan State has gone under in two of their last three games, and Maryland has gone under in four of their last six. Last season’s game saw a total of 121 points scored between them. They have had a combined 20 games hit the under this season. The Spartans have held teams to 65 or less in five of their last nine games and nine times this season. The Terrapins have held four of their last seven opponents to 65 points or less and six times they’ve held a team to 60 points or less. I am taking the UNDER in this game Play on the UNDER. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-20-24 | Ole Miss +12 v. Auburn | 59-82 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 55 m | Show | |
The Auburn Tigers are a perfect 4-0 in the SEC and have a 15-2 overall record. They will face an Ole Miss team that is 15-2 overall and 2-2 in the conference. Auburn is riding a 10-game overall winning streak and they have won 12 in a row at home. Ole Miss’s two losses have both come in SEC play on the road at Tennessee and LSU. The Rebel’s offense is putting up 77.8 points per game while on the defensive end, they are giving up 70.6. This season the Tigers are 13 in the nation. Auburn is putting up 84 points per game and is giving up just 65.6 points per game. I understand the fact that Ole Miss has played a light schedule, but I feel this point spread is a little off. The Tigers are a perfect 9-0 at home this season while Ole Miss is 2-2 on the road. Both these teams play very good defense and I look for Ole Miss to keep this one within the large number. Play on Ole Miss. This is a 3.% play. | |||||||
01-20-24 | Packers +10 v. 49ers | 21-24 | Win | 100 | 30 h 9 m | Show | |
The San Francisco 49ers will be at home to take on the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Divisional Round. The 49ers, had the bye last week while Green Bay went down to Dallas and dominated the Cowboys. Green Bay, In their past three road games, have put up 38.0 points per game. For the season, they were 12th in scoring at 22.5 points a game. On the defensive side, they are giving up 20.6 points per game. San Fransisco finished third in the NFL in scoring at 28.9 points a game. The defense also finished third in points allowed with 17.5 points per game. The Packers looked great against Dallas last week and will need to play another flawless game this weekend on both sides of the ball. The 49ers' home record against the spread this season was just 3-5. Just like Baltimore, I like San Fran to win this game but not cover the large number. Play on Green Bay. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-20-24 | Packers v. 49ers OVER 50.5 | 21-24 | Loss | -110 | 30 h 8 m | Show | |
The Packers went over the number 11 times in 18 games while the 49ers went 9-7-1 to the over this season. The Packers' offense is playing with a lot of confidence after taking down Dallas in the way that they did. Green Bay has averaged 38.0 points a game in their last three road games. The 49ers are averaging 28.9 points per game this season. San Francisco should be able to run against the Packers' poor rush defense. There is a good chance one or both of these teams put up 30 in this one, I look for this game to go over the number. Play on the over. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-20-24 | Texans +10 v. Ravens | 10-34 | Loss | -120 | 27 h 30 m | Show | |
The AFC Divisional round starts things off with Houston visiting Baltimore. The Texans took care of the Cleveland Browns 45-14. The Ravens finished the season at 13-4 and had last weekend off. These two teams met earlier in the season, with the Ravens coming away with a 25-9 victory. I think these two teams are closer now than the first time they met. They both were 8-4 against teams with a winning record. Both quarterbacks have had excellent seasons with Jackson being the more dynamic runner and Stoud being the better passer. The Ravens have experience on their side but with Jackson as quarterback, they are just 1-3 in the playoffs. I think the Ravena will win this game but this is too many points to give a hungry Texans team that is playing really well and a Ravens team that has not shown they can win in the playoffs. Take the points. Play on Houston. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-20-24 | North Carolina -7 v. Boston College | 76-66 | Win | 100 | 14 h 44 m | Show | |
We have an interesting matchup in the ACC with the fourth-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels going on the road to rake on the Boston College Eagles. UNC comes into this game with a 14-3 overall record and a perfect 6-0 conference record. BC has compiled an 11-6 record but is just 2-4 in conference play. North Carolina is 6-0 SU in their last six games, and they have won those six games by an average of 20.7 points. They’ve covered in six of their last seven games. Boston College has lost three of their last five games. The Eagles have covered just four of their nine home games. North Carolina has won 17 of the last 18 meetings against the Eagles. With the way the Tar Heels have been beating up ACC teams so far, this is not enough points for me to take BC, even at home. Play on North Carolina. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-20-24 | Alabama +4.5 v. Tennessee | 71-91 | Loss | -105 | 14 h 31 m | Show | |
We have an SEC clash between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the sixth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. Alabama is 12-5 overall this season and is 4-0 in the conference. Tennessee is 13-4 overall and 3-1 in the SEC. Alabama is riding a six-game winning streak with four of those coming in SEC play. They are 10-7 ATS this season. Tennessee comes into this game, winners of nine of their last 10 games, including two straight. The Vols are just 7-10 ATS this season. The Alabama Crimson Tide have won six games in a row and are 2-0 on the road in SEC play. Alabama has an edge on the offensive end as they are averaging 125.6 points per 100 possessions, which is #1 in the entire country. The Vols are averaging 117.5 points per 100. This should be a close game and I will take the points with the better offensive team and the team that is hotter at the moment. Play on Alabama plus the points. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-19-24 | Suns v. Pelicans -1.5 | 123-109 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 37 m | Show | |
Western Conference rivals meet on the court when the Phoenix Suns, who are 8th in the West, take on the New Orleans Pelicans, who are 5th in the West. The Suns have been dealing with injuries but have started to put things together and have won three in a row. The offense is 14th in the NBA and is putting up 115.9 points per game. They are shooting 48.3% from the field and 37.6% from deep. On the defensive end of the court, they are giving up 114.4 points which is 15th. New Orleans is in first place in the Southwest Division. Their offense is up 116.9 points per game on 48.7% shooting from the field and 38.7% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 112 points per game. New Orleans has been getting it done on the offensive end behind a three-headed monster of Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCullen.Phoenix has three players of their own in Durant, Booker, and Beal who are all finally healthy and starting to mesh. New Orleans has covered in seven of its last 10, Phoenix has not covered in four of its last five, and just two of their last eight on the road. I am taking the Pelicans at home in this one. Play on New Orleans. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-18-24 | Thunder -3.5 v. Jazz | 134-129 | Win | 100 | 10 h 25 m | Show | |
The OKC Thunder are 27-13 this season and go on the road to play the Utah Jazz who are two games above 500 at 22-20. The Thunder are second in the West and is third in the NBA putting up 121.9 points a game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 113.7 points a game. The Jazz are in ninth place in the West and is putting up 116.8 points a game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. On the defensive end, they are giving up 115.9 points. The Thunder have one of the top offenses in the NBA, while Utah's defense has been a problem for them this season. The Thunder are 26-13-1 against the spread which is the best in the NBA while Utah is 25-16-1, I look for the OKC offense to be the difference in this one and I look for the Thunder to get the win and cover. Play on OKC. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-17-24 | Ole Miss +3.5 v. LSU | 80-89 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 8 m | Show | |
The 22nd-ranked Ole Miss Rebels travel to Baton Rouge to take on the LSU Tigers. Ole Miss is 15-1 overall this season and 2-1 in the SEC. LSU is 10-6 overall and is also 2-1 in SEC play. Ole Miss has won two in a row after losing their first game of the season to fifth-ranked Tennessee on the road. Matthew Murrell leads the Rebels with 17.3 points a game while Allen Flanigan adds 16.3 points and 6.9 rebounds per game. LSU was riding a four-game winning streak before getting pounded by Auburn in their last game. They will look to get back on the winning track against Ole Miss. The Tigers are led by Jordan Wright with 15.2 points a game while Will Baker adds 11.9 points and a team-high 5.2 rebounds per game. Ole Miss is 4-1 SU in away and neutral site games. The Tigers went just 2-16 in conference play last season and have already matched the win total. Ole Miss plays a smothering defense that will bottle up the LSU offense. There is something about taking a home unranked against a ranked team, but at this number, I can’t see a reason to take LSU Play on Ole Miss. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-17-24 | Youngstown State +3.5 v. Oakland | 67-70 | Win | 100 | 12 h 56 m | Show | |
We have a Horizon League battle between the Youngstown State Penguins and the Oakland Golden Grizzlies. Youngstown State is 13-5 overall and 5-2 in the conference. Oakland comes in at 11-8 and 6-2 in the Horizon League. YSU is led by their offense which is putting up 81.4 points per game. They shoot 45.6% from the field and 34.1% from behind the arc. On the defensive end, they are giving up 70.6 points per game. Oakland’s offense is not as explosive as YSU but they are putting up 74.8 points per game. They are shooting 44..9% from the field and 33.2% from three. On the defensive end, they are giving up 74.3 points per game. YSU has the better offense and even though Oakland relies on their defense, YSU has a slight edge on that end of the court also. YSU is also a very good rebounding team that gives their explosive offense more chances. I am taking the Penguins in this one. Play on Youngstown State. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-16-24 | Kansas -6.5 v. Oklahoma State | 90-66 | Win | 100 | 11 h 14 m | Show | |
The Kansas Jayhawks and Oklahoma State Cowboys meet in a BIG12 conference game. Oklahoma State is 8-8 overall but just 0-3 in the conference. The Kansas Jayhawks have won 2 of 3 conference games and are 14-2 overall. The Jayhawks have won 9 of their last 10. The Kansas offense is putting up 78.5 points a game. The Cowboys entered BIG12 play on a 5-game winning streak but things have gone south as they have lost all three conference games. The OSU offense is putting up 72.8 points a game this season. OSU is 0-5-1 ATS in their last 6 and 4-11-1 for the season. Kansas is 6-10 against the number. against the number for the season. This will only be Kansas’ third true road game and they split the other two, scoring below their average in both games. Kansas has a big advantage in the paint with Dickerson. This should allow Kansas to get the outside game going where they are shooting 50% from the field. Kansas has beaten the Cowboys 5 times in a row with 4 of the 5 by double digits. I see another big win here for Kansas. Play on Kansas. This is a 5% play. | |||||||
01-16-24 | Wisconsin -5.5 v. Penn State | 83-87 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 0 m | Show | |
The 11th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers square off against the Penn State Nittany Lions. Wisconsin is 13-3 overall and 5-0 in the Big 10. Penn State is 8-9 overall and 2-4 in conference play. The Badgers are looking for their seventh win in a row. They have been led by AJ Storr with 14.8 points per game while Steven Crowl adds 11.7 points and 7.6 rebounds. Penn State has been struggling, losing three of their last four games. This season, Penn State is led by Kanye Clary with 18.6 points per game while Ace Baldwin Jr. adds 12.8 points. During Wisconsin’s six-game winning streak, they have won by an average of 14.7 points. Looking at just the conference games, the margin in those four wins was 11.5. The Badgers are sixth in the country in offensive efficiency, which is a huge difference from past Badger teams that struggled on the offensive end. The Badgers still get it done on the defensive end, but the same can’t be said for Penn State as they rank 127th in defensive efficiency. Penn State is at home but they do not match up well against the Badgers on either end of the court. I like the Badgers to get the cover on the road. Play on Wisconsin. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-16-24 | Texas A&M -149 v. Arkansas | 77-78 | Loss | -149 | 11 h 55 m | Show | |
The Texas A&M Aggies are just 10-6 this season but are coming off a huge win over the sixth-ranked Kentucky Wildcats. They now take on the Arkansas Razorbacks who are 9-7 this season and they have lost three straight. Texas A&M is struggling on the offensive end, putting up 68.3 in conference play as they rank last in field goals made per game and second to last in three-pointers made per game. The Aggies are giving up 75.3 points a game in SEC play. Arkansas has not found success in the SEC, having lost their first three conference games all by double-digits. In conference play, Arkansas is putting up 61.7 points a game and has failed to reach 70 points in their three conference games. On the defensive end, they are giving up 83 points a game. I am not looking for an offensive explosion in this game as Texas A&M has scored less than 60 points in 2 of their three conference games and Arkansas has not scored 70 points in three SEC games. The difference in this game will be on the defensive end, where Texas A&M has a huge edge. Arkansas has lost all three conference games by double digits. Play on Texas A&M. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Eagles -2.5 v. Bucs | 9-32 | Loss | -120 | 10 h 35 m | Show | |
The Philadelphia Eagles won’t have to worry about the weather as they head to Florida to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Eagles stumbled down the stretch, losing three games in a row and the NFC East title. Tampa Bay finished strong, winning six of their last seven. Philadelphia has lost five of their previous six contests, including three straight away from home. The Eagles rank seventh in scoring at 28.9 points per game. On the defensive side of the ball, they are giving up 25.2 points per game. Jalen Hurts has not thrown a football since he injured his finger on Sunday. A.J. Brown did not practice Thursday and is listed as questionable with a knee injury. The Eagles' defense has been a big letdown over the last few games and they will need to step up if the Eagles are going to do anything in this game. The Buccaneers rank 20th in scoring at 20.5 points per game. They could only put up 9 last week against a bad Carolina team. The defense is ranked seventh, allowing 19.1 points per game. Baker Mayfield missed Thursday's walkthrough due to ankle and rib injuries and is questionable. The Eagles played the Bucs earlier this year in Tampa, coming away with the win and cover. The Bucs have lost two of their last three games against the spread at home. The Bucs have the 29th-ranked pass defense so the Eagles should be able to find some success through the air no matter who is under center. Mayfield has been a good story this season but I still have no trust in him and the Carolina game did not change that. Take the Eagles in this one, in what looks like a close game. Play on Philadelphia. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Eagles v. Bucs UNDER 43 | 9-32 | Win | 100 | 9 h 18 m | Show | |
When they met earlier this season the game went under the number. The Eagles' defense allowed the Buccaneers just 11 points but has not been playing like that defense over the last few games. Tampa Bay has gone under in three straight. The Eagles have gone under in three of their last five games and their offense has scored 17 points or less three times over those five games. Tampa Bay's defense ranks in the top 10 in the NFL in average points allowed per game. Both quarterbacks are banged up and AJ Brown is questionable for the Eagles. If the Eagles try and run the ball they will be going against a top 10 rushing defense. Tampa Bay scored just nine points against a bad Carolina defense and if the Eagles' defense can play better, they can make it difficult for the Buccaneer offense. I like this game to go under the number. Play on the UNDER. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Avalanche v. Canadiens UNDER 6.5 | 3-4 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
Both teams rely on strong veteran goaltending in Jake Allen and Alexandar Georgiev. The Under hit in 8 of the last 10 meetings between the two teams. The last time these teams met they combined for 12 goals, despite that, these teams have scored five or fewer goals in the previous eight games. Colorado has scored four or more goals in five of their six games. They have given up at least three in five of their last six. Montreal has scored a total of 10 goals over their last five games. I am looking for the Avs defense to step up in this one.
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01-15-24 | Islanders v. Wild UNDER 6.5 | 0-5 | Win | 100 | 7 h 47 m | Show | |
Wild goaltenders have limited New York to two goals or less in their last two meetings at Xcel Energy Center. The Islanders have scored two goals or less in three of their last four. The three previous meetings between these two squads went under number. Both teams rank in the bottom half of the NHL in average goals scored per game. The Islanders rank 8th in the league in save percentage. The Wild have scored three goals or less in four straight. The Islanders have scored two goals or less in four of their last five games. Everything points to a low-scoring game. Play on the UNDER. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Steelers v. Bills UNDER 38.5 | 17-31 | Loss | -108 | 6 h 12 m | Show | |
By moving this game to Monday, the weather outlook has changed and so has the total. One thing for sure is that it will be cold and there should still be wind but not as bad as it would have been on Sunday. I still look for both teams to try and run the ball especially Pittsburgh who will look to shorten the game and pull off the upset The weather does not change the fact that these are two of the best defenses in the NFL. Pittsburgh allowed 19 and the Bills allowed a little over more than 18 points per game. Buffalo’s kicking game has been inconsistent and in this weather, we could see both teams going for it more on fourth down. I like this game to go under the number. Play on the UNDER. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Pistons v. Wizards -5 | 129-117 | Loss | -105 | 5 h 6 m | Show | |
The Detroit Pistons head to Washington, D.C. to face the Washington Wizards. Detroit is 3-36 this season, which is last in the Eastern Conference. Washington is 14th in the Eastern Conference with a 7-31 record. The Pistons are putting up 111.3 points per game and are shooting 46.9% from the field and just 34.4% from deep. On the defense end, they are giving up 122.7 points per game. Detroit is still without their two top players as Cade Cunningham is out with a knee injury until late January and Bojan Bogdanovic is questionable. The Wizards are coming off a win over Atlanta. The win snapped a six-game losing streak. Washington has struggled on the defensive end, giving up a league’s worst 125.2 points per game. On the offensive end, they are putting up 115.5 points per game. The Wizards have been playing better on defense only allowing 115.7 in their last three games. The Pistons traded Marvin Bagley to the Wizards, it is unclear if he will play but if he does, he could be looking to do something special. I can’t trust Detroit without Cunningham in the lineup. Play on Washington. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Ducks v. Panthers UNDER 6.5 | 5-4 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 55 m | Show | |
The Florida Panthers have been putting up at least four goals per game in their last five and they are only allowing an average of 2 goals in their last five. is giving up 3.43 goals per game and scoring 2.50 goals per game Panthers have played their last three games to a 4-1 score. I can’t see Anaheim scoring more than a goal against Sergei Bobrovsky, who has been playing outstanding in the net. Play on the UNDER, This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-15-24 | Ohio State +1.5 v. Michigan | 65-73 | Loss | -108 | 2 h 15 m | Show | |
Big Ten rivals Ohio State and Michigan meet on the hardwood instead of the gridiron. The Buckeyes are 12-4 this season and are coming off a loss to Wisconsin. The Wolverines are 6-10 this season and are also coming off a loss to Maryland. Ohios Tstae has lost two straight and will be looking to turn things around against the Wolverines. This season, Ohio State’s offense is putting up 77 points per game. They are shooting 45% from the field and 36.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 66.1 points per game, which is fourth-best in the conference. The Wolverines come into this game having lost five in a row. They are putting up 80.1 points per game and they shoot 47.6% from the field and 37.4% from deep. On the defense end, they are giving up 77.8 points per game, the most in the Big Ten. The Wolverines are 5-11 ATS and the Buckeyes are 7-9 ATS this season. Neither team has much depth and Michigan’s bench has gotten shorter with the suspension of their best player, Dug McDaniel. Ohio State has three players scoring over 14 points a game. Michigan also has three players averaging double digits. Ohio State has the better defense and without Dug going for Michigan, they will be more limited on the offensive end. Take Ohio State on the road in this one. Play on Ohio State. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-14-24 | Rams +3 v. Lions | 23-24 | Win | 100 | 12 h 54 m | Show | |
Matthew Stafford comes back to the Motor City as the Los Angeles Rams take on the Detroit Lions. Detroit finished the season with a 12-5 record while the Rams won their last four in a row to finish at 10-7. The Rams had to deal with injuries early in the season which led to inconsistent play from their offense. Matthew Stafford threw for 3,965 yards with 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Kyren Williams rushed for 1,144 yards with 12 touchdowns. The offense put up 23.8 points per game and allowed 22.2 points per game. The Lions played their starters last week as they were looking to stay in a groove and even though they came away with a win, it came at a cost as Sam Laporta was lost to an injury. For the season, Jared Goff threw for 4,575 yards, with 30 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Gibbs and David Montgomery were a two-headed monster in the backfield with Montgomery rushing for 1015 yards while Gibbs rushed for 945. Montgomery rushed for 13 touchdowns and Gibbs added ten. Amon-Ra St. Brown had a team-high 119 receptions and 1,515 yards. The offense put up 27.1 points per game, ranking 5th, while the defense allowed 23.2 points per game. The Rams have more playoff experience which could play a factor in this game. The Lions had a top-five scoring defense early in the season but has not been the same since November. The Rams have scored 25 or more points in six of their last seven games. The Lions have a young team on the rise but their coach has shown that he will gamble at inopportune times sometimes with success but when he fails he puts his defense and team at a disadvantage, As much as it pains me, I will be taking the Rams and the points in this one. Play on the LA Rams. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-14-24 | Rams v. Lions OVER 52 | 23-24 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 36 m | Show | |
Both teams rely on their offense to score a lot of points and hope their defenses can get enough stops to pick up the win. The Rams like to get things going in a hurry and I look for him to establish the passing game right off the back looking for quick scores to put the Lions on their heels. Detroit had a top-five offense in nearly every category this season. The Lions have hit the over in seven of their last nine contests while the Rams have hit the over in six of their last seven. Early in the season, Detroit had a top-five defense but that has fallen off since November and they have allowed a lot of points to offenses not as explosive as the Rams. Dan Campbells' propensity to gamble on fourth down could lead to shorter fields for the Rams' offense in the second half if the Lions find themselves trailing. I am looking for a high-scoring scoring back-and-forth game in this one. Play on the OVER. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-14-24 | Packers v. Cowboys -7 | 48-32 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
The Green Bay Packers square off against the Dallas Cowboys in Jerry’s World. Green Bay finished the season at 9-8 while Dallas is the second seed after going 12-5. The Packers were 6-8 and looking out of the playoffs but won three in a row and got in. Jordan Love will be making his first career playoff start. He threw for 4,159 yards with 32 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. The defense played well this season and allowed 20.6 points per game this season, which is 10th overall. Dallas comes into this game having won their last two games of the season. Dak Prescott threw for 4,516 yards with 36 touchdowns and nine picks. CeeDee Lamb had a league-high 135 catches for 1,749 receiving yards and 12 TDs. The Dallas defense was fifth overall in points allowed at 18.5 per game. I don’t like laying a touchdown in the playoffs but I am on the Cowboys in this one. The Dallas offense has been explosive at home and I see them putting up points on the Green Bay defense. ThisLove’s first playoff start and he will be facing a defense that can dial up pressure and force the quarterback into throws he doesn’t want to make. Throw in the fact that the Packers' best receiver is questionable and the rest of the receiving corps is young and inexperienced, I see that as a recipe for disaster. Lay the touchdown with the Cowboys. Play on Dallas. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-14-24 | Packers v. Cowboys OVER 50.5 | 48-32 | Win | 100 | 7 h 10 m | Show | |
Dallas averaged 37.4 points per game when playing at home this season. The over went 5-3 in their home games this season. Dallas should be able to move the ball through the air against the 20th-ranked pass defense in terms of yards per attempt. Jordon Love was seventh in passing yards and second in touchdowns, behind Dak. I think both offenses will find success and we could see some garbage time points from the Pack late to put this one over the number. Play on the OVER. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-14-24 | Memphis -4.5 v. Wichita State | 112-86 | Win | 100 | 3 h 29 m | Show | |
Wichita State is at home to face the No. 13 Memphis Tigers. The Tigers are 14-2 this season while the Shockers are just 8-7. Memphis comes into this game riding a nine-game winning streak. The offense is putting up 79.9 points a game. They are shooting 45.5% from the field and 34% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 73.6 points per game. The Shockers have lost four in a row and six of their last seven games. The offense is putting up 73.5 points a game this season but just 65.7 points over their last seven games. They are shooting 43.4% from the field and 30.6% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 71.7 points per game. These two teams have not been great against the number this season with the Tigers going 6-10 ATS while Wichita State is 4-9-1 ATS. Over their nine-game win streak, the Tigers have an average margin of victory of 6.8 points per game. The Shockers lost their last four by an average of 11.8 points per game. Their offense has not scored over 70 points in their last six games. I don't think the Shockers will be able to keep up with Memphis in this one.
Play on Memphis. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-13-24 | Dolphins +5 v. Chiefs | 7-26 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 56 m | Show | |
In what could have been a high-scoring affair in Miami could be a lot different in the bitter cold of Kansas City. The third-seeded Kansas City Chiefs take on the sixth-seeded Miami Dolphins. These two teams met earlier this season in Germany, with Kansas City winning 21-14. It is forecasted to be cold with temperatures hovering around zero degrees and there is a 50% chance of snow. Miami finished the season at 11-6, but only beat one team with a winning record (at the time of playing). The dolphins are dealing with a rash of injuries at the wrong time of the season. Left tackle Terron Armstead could be a big problem for the offensive line if he cannot go. Defensive backs Jevon Holland and DeShon Elliott are uncertain and Xavien Howard has been ruled out. Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and running back Raheem Mostert are looking like they will go but just how healthy are they? The Chiefs did not have an easy time this season. They started the season 6-1 but struggled the rest of the way. With the temperatures expected near zero, this will be one of the coldest games in NFL history. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid are 4-2 against the number in playoff games since 2021. Miami does not have a lot of playoff experience to fall back on and have a first-time head coach. The Dolphins were 1-3 as road underdogs this season. The weather could be a huge factor for the Dolphins as they are used to the warm to moderate temperatures of South Beach. Tyreke has played in Kansas City. so he should have some pointers for the rest of his teammates on how to handle the cold weather. Miami has the offense and defense to win this game but with all the injuries it will be more difficult. If Mostert can go and he is teamed with Archane, the Dolphins could move the ball on the ground against the Chiefs' 18th-ranked rushing defense. The Chiefs offense is not as dominant as in years past as the Wide receiving core has been a huge disappointment this season. The Chiefs have lost three of their last four home games. With Meostart expected to go, it gives Miam two solid running backs for the elements. I am taking the points, Play on Miami, This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-13-24 | Dolphins v. Chiefs UNDER 43.5 | 7-26 | Win | 100 | 10 h 45 m | Show | |
While the Chiefs have been synonymous with offensive firepower in recent years, their performance this season has seen a notable shift, reflected in their 5-12-0 record against the over. This suggests that, despite their history, the Chiefs have been involved in lower-scoring contests this season. Additionally, the frigid conditions at Arrowhead Stadium, with temperatures around zero degrees and a 50% chance of snow, create an environment less conducive to the high-scoring, fast-paced "track team" style often associated with the Miami Dolphins. Traveling to play in the cold can disrupt offensive rhythm, and the Dolphins' less-than-ideal record as road underdogs adds further weight to the argument for a lower-scoring game. Taking into account these factors, the Under 43.5 slaps you in the face and begs you to take it. Prediction: Under 43.5 | |||||||
01-13-24 | Browns -135 v. Texans | 14-45 | Loss | -135 | 6 h 56 m | Show | |
I am sure this matchup was not on many lists at the start of the season. Cleveland and Houston meet in an AFC Wild Card clash. The Browns come in at 11-6 overall and against the number. Finished the season at 10-7 SU and 9-8 ATS. The Browns played really well down the stretch going 4-1 over their last five games, the only loss being the last game of the season while they rested players. Joe Flacco led a Cleveland offense that averaged 27.6 points over their final five and this season they scored 23.3 points per game overall. The Cleveland defense allowed 21.3 points per game. They led the NFL in total yards allowed at 270.2 per game. The Texans also were good down the stretch, going 3-1 over their last four games to win the AFC South behind a rookie quarterback. The Texan's offense averaged 22.2 points per game and the defense allowed 20.8 points per game. These teams met on Christmas Eve, and the Browns came away with a 36-22 win. Flacco threw for 368 yards three touchdowns and two interceptions. The Texans played the game with C.J. Stroud in this game. Stroud will be making his first playoff start and does not have history on his side. Quarterbacks making their first postseason appearance are 27-50 straight-up and 30-46-1 against the spread since 2002. Flacco has been here before and if he can limit interceptions he should be able to throw against a Texans defense that is 23rd against the pass. Stroud finished with the eighth-most sacks taken even though he played in only 15 games and i think the Browns defense will be able to pressure on Stroud throughout the game. The Browns, 8-1 SU and 7-2 ATS as favorites this season. Play on Cleveland. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-12-24 | Magic +3.5 v. Heat | 96-99 | Win | 100 | 11 h 15 m | Show | |
The Orlando Magic head south to take on in-state rivals the Miami Heat. Orlando is 21-16 and is ranked eighth in the Eastern Conference. Miami is also 21-16 and they are ranked seventh in the Eastern Conference. Orlando has been inconsistent on the offensive end this season putting up 113.3 points per game. On the defense end, the Magic are giving up 112 points per game which is ninth in the NBA. The Magic will be without Franz Wagner due to an ankle injury. The Heat are putting up 112.8 points per game. On the defensive end, they rank tenth in points allowed at 112.1. The Miami Heat will be without Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro is questionable with a shoulder injury. At even strength, this is a pretty even matchup at least on paper. With the injuries factored in this is still a pretty even game but I like the Magic to win so give me the points and the Magic. Play on Orlando. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-12-24 | Clippers -7.5 v. Grizzlies | 128-119 | Win | 100 | 11 h 14 m | Show | |
The Los Angeles Clippers take on the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night. The Clippers have won two straight games and are 8-9 on the road this season and are fourth in the Western Conference. Memphis is 4-1 in January and has won three straight but will be without Ja Morant for the season after he had shoulder surgery this week. The Grizzlies are 3-13 at home this season and are currently 13th in the Western Conference. The Clippers are putting up 117.4 points per game and on the defensive end, they are giving up 111.8. The Memphis Grizzlies have been bad on the offensive end where they rank dead last in points per game, field goals made per game, and three-point percentage. On the defensive end, they are giving up 113.2 points. Paul George and Kawhi Leonard have been healthy and have played in almost every game this season and surprisingly to many Harden has seemed to fit nicely into the mix. The Clippers won the last game between the two by 11 and Memphis had Morant and Smart in the lineup for that one. Jaren Jackson Jr. is also questionable for Memphis. I like the Clippers in this one, Play on the LA Clippers. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-12-24 | Rockets -7 v. Pistons | 112-110 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 46 m | Show | |
The Houston Rockets head to the Motor City to face the Detroit Pistons. Houston is 18-18 this season and sits tenth in the Western Conference. Detroit is 3-35 and remains last in the Eastern Conference. The Houston Rockets is ranked second overall in points allowed per game at 110.6. On offense end, the Rockets are putting up just 112.7 points per game. Detroit has lost six in a row, Detroit is putting up 111.3 points per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 123 points per game. Cade Cunningham, the team's leading scorer, is listed as out until late January. The offensive output between the two teams is pretty even but the Pistons will be without their leading scorer and the one guy you could count on in the Piston’s offense. Detroit struggles on the offensive end in the best of times and now they have to face the second-best defense in the league. Houston will find success against a defense that has allowed 123 points allowed per game this season and 130.7 in their last three games. Play on Houston. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-11-24 | Bruins -130 v. Golden Knights | 1-2 | Loss | -130 | 10 h 15 m | Show | |
The Boston Bruins head to Sin City to take on the Vegas Golden Knights. The Bruins come into this game with a 24-8-8 record but have lost two in a row. The Golden Knights are 23-12-5, this season and will be playing the second game of a back-to-back after losing 3-0 to Colorado yesterday. The Bruins are ninth in goals scored this season. David Pastrnak leads the team in scoring with 57 points on 25 goals and 32 assists. Jeremy Swayman is expected to be in goal tonight. He is 11-3-6 with a .920 save percentage and 2.50 goals allowed per game. As a team, they are sixth in goals allowed. Vegas is 11th in goals scored so far this season. They are led by Jack Eichel with 42 points on 18 goals and 24 assists. Jira Patera is expected to get the start in net tonight. He has not seen a lot of action, posting a 1-2-0 record with 3.98 goals allowed per game. The team is seventh in goals allowed this season. Boston has been playing better on the offensive end over the last few games. The Bruins are averaging 4.4 goals in their last five games while the Golden Knights are scoring 2.0 goals in their last three games. This is the second game of a back-to-back for Vegas and I like Boston to come away with a needed road win. Play on Boston. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-11-24 | Celtics +4.5 v. Bucks | 102-135 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 58 m | Show | |
The Boston Celtics head to Milwaukee to take on the Milwaukee Bucks. Boston is 29-8 this season and is number one in the Eastern Conference. Milwaukee is second in the Eastern Conference with a 25-12 record. The Celtics won their meeting against the Bucks earlier this season 119-116. Boston is putting up 121.3 points a game which is fifth in the NBA. They rank number one in both three-pointer attempts and three-pointers made per game. On the defensive end, the Celtics are giving up 111.0 points per game. Milwaukee is putting up 124.1 points per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 119.9 points per game. Damian Lillard is probable due to personal issues. The Boston Celtics have played five back-to-back games in which they have won the first game. In the second game after a win, the Celtics won four out of the five games. Boston's defense is far better than Milwaukee's defense while the offenses are pretty even. Milwaukee has struggled on the defensive end all season and I like the Celtics and the points in this one. Play on Boston. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-10-24 | Indiana State +2.5 v. Drake | 78-89 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 49 m | Show | |
The Indiana State Sycamores come into this game at 13-2 while the Drake Bulldogs come in at 12-3. Indiana State has won four of their last five games, The Sycamores are shooting 50.8% as a team from the field which ranks fifth in the country, The offense is putting up 86.5 points per game this season which ranks 10th in all of college basketball. The Sycamores like to run the floor and get easy baskets in transition. Drake has lost two of their last three. Drake is shooting 47.6% from the field. Indiana State has shot lights out from three all season. Indiana State is 9-5 against the spread this season and is also unbeaten in conference play. Indiana State's offense will be too much for Drake's defense. The Bulldogs will struggle to defend ISU's multiple long-range shooters. ISU’s offense will be too much for Drake to overcome, even at home. Play on ISU, this is a 4% play | |||||||
01-10-24 | Kings -7 v. Hornets | 123-98 | Win | 100 | 11 h 7 m | Show | |
The Sacramento Kings head to Charlotte to take on the Charlotte Hornets in non-conference action. The Kings are 21-14 and are fifth in the Western Conference. The Hornets are 13th in the Eastern Conference with an 8-26 record and have lost two in a row. The Kings are eighth in scoring at 117.7 points per game. Their defense is 22nd with 118.0 points per game allowed per game. The Hornets' offense is struggling to score as they are putting up 109.5 points per game. The Hornets' defense is ranked 25th, giving up 120.0 points per game, The Kings are 18-17 against the spread while the Charlotte Hornets are just 14-20 against the spread. Over the last three games, the Kings are putting up 124.3 points in their last three games while the Hornets are scoring just 101.8 points in their last four games. The Kings took care of the Pistons last night coming back from a 20 points deficit to win easily. The Kings are better on both ends of the court and should come away with an easy win and cover. Play on the Sacramento Kings. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-10-24 | Kansas -7 v. UCF | 60-65 | Loss | -109 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
UCF has a huge home game against the No. 3 ranked Kansas Jayhawks in a Big 12 matchup. The Jayhawks come into this game 13-1 overall and 1-0 in the Big 12. The Knights are 9-4 overall this season and 0-1 in conference play. With their last win, Kansas has stretched their win streak to nine games. Kansas is putting up 79.8 points a game and is shooting 50.7% from the field and 36.9% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 66.4 points per game this season, and their opponents are shooting 38.9% from the field and 30.7% from beyond the arc. The Knights had a three-game winning streak snapped by Kansas State last time out. UCF is putting up 76.5 points per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 65.2 points and their opponents are shooting 39% from the field and 31.6% from beyond the arc. Neither team has been great against the number, with the Jayhawks going just 5-8 ATS while UCF is 6-7 ATS. The Knights are 7-2 SU at home this season. The Kansas offense has been playing better and I don’t think the Knights have the firepower on the offensive end to keep up. Dickenson will be too much to handle down low and he will help Kansas to the win and cover. Play on Kansas. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-10-24 | Tennessee -130 v. Mississippi State | 72-77 | Loss | -130 | 11 h 51 m | Show | |
The fifth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers go on the road in the SEC to take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs. The No. 5 Volunteers are 11-3 overall and 1-0 in the SEC. The Bulldogs are also 11-3 overall but 0-1 in conference play. The Volunteers have won seven in a row after suffering a three-game losing streak. Their defense has stepped over the last five games, holding their opponents to just 57.2 points per game which has been better than their season average of 64.3 points allowed per game. Their opponents are shooting 37.6% from the field and 29.4% from deep. On the offense end, they are putting up 78.7 points a game and they are shooting 43.8% from the field and 34.1% from deep. The Bulldogs are putting up 75.2 points per game and are shooting 45.1% from the field and 31.5% from beyond the arc. On the defensive end, they are giving up 63.1 points per game and their opponents are shooting 38.8% from the field and 27% from deep. The Volunteers won both games over the Bulldogs last season by an average of 22.5 points. The Vols are 9-1 SU and 7-3 ATS in their last ten meetings with Mississippi State. Both teams play exceptional defense but Tennessee is a little better on both ends. Take Tennessee to ride their defense to the win and cover.
Play on Tennessee. This is a 3% play | |||||||
01-10-24 | Clemson -130 v. Virginia Tech | 72-87 | Loss | -130 | 11 h 50 m | Show | |
The Clemson Tigers are 11-3 overall and 1-2 in the ACC. They will take on the Virginia Tech Hokies who are 9-5 overall and 1-2 in the ACC. Clemson is putting up 80.3 points a game, on 48.4% shooting from the field and 37.2% from three-point land. On the defensive end, they are giving up 70.7 points per game, and their opponents are shooting 40.9% from the field and 32.7% from deep. The Hokies are putting up 73.4 points per game while shooting 45.3% from the field and 34.5% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 66.9 points per game, and their opponents are shooting 42.7% from the field and 31.4% from deep. Virginia Tech will struggle to match the physicality of Clemson. Clemson has the better offense and will be able to use their depth to get over the Hokies on their home court. Play on Clemson. This is 4% play | |||||||
01-10-24 | Northwestern v. Penn State | 76-72 | Win | 100 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
The Northwestern Wildcats take on the Penn State Nittany Lions. Northwestern is 11-3 and 2-1 in conference play. Penn State is 8-7 overall and 2-2 in the conference. Northwestern comes into the game having won four of their last five games. The Cats are 6-6-2 ATS this season. The Wildcats are led by Boo Buie with 18.1 points per game and 4.9 assists per game. Brooks Barnhizer adds 13.2 points and pulls down 7.4 rebounds. Penn State has been inconsistent this season and it shows as they have a 6-9 ATS record. Penn State is led by Kanye Clary with 18.4 points per game. Ace Baldwin Jr. adds 13.6 points. Penn State had a nice comeback win over Michigan but it took 19 turnovers and I don’t think they will get that from Northwestern. Northwestern will lean on Boo Buie and Brooks Barnhizer to take care of business on the road. Play on Northwestern. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-09-24 | Duke -5 v. Pittsburgh | 75-53 | Win | 100 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
The #11 Duke Blue Devils go on the road to take on the Pitt Panthers. Duke owns the head-to-head series 16-6 and has won three in a row. Duke has won six in a row after taking down Notre Dame last time out. Duke is 11-3 overall and is 2-1 in the ACC. The Blue Devils are putting up 82.4 points per game this season. Duke is shooting 48.7% from the field and 36.6% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 66.1 points per game. With a win over Louisville snapped their two-game losing streak. With the win, they moved to 10-5 overall and are 1-3 in the ACC. The Panthers are putting up 79.1 points per game on the season, and are shooting 43.8% from the floor and 33.8% from deep. On the defensive end, they are 65.5 points per game. The Panthers were beaten by eight by that same Syracuse team that Duke beat by 20. The best five teams Pitt has played this season all resulted in losses by at least seven points. Their best win came over Purdue-Fort Wayne which is ranked 144th. Duke has won six in a row by an average of +19.7 points. Pitt's third-leading scorer is listed as questionable for this game. I am taking Duke in this one. Play on Duke. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-09-24 | Purdue -7.5 v. Nebraska | 72-88 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 22 m | Show | |
We have a Big Ten matchup between the top-ranked Purdue Boilermakers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Purdue is 14-1 overall and 3-1 in the Big 10. Nebraska is 12-3 and 2-2 in the conference. Purdue has won seven straight after their lone loss to Northwestern. Purdue is currently 10-4-1 ATS this season. Nebraska has gotten off to a nice start of the season. The Cornhuskers are 9-6 ATS. I am not sold on Nebraska’s 12-3 record and am not sure if they are contenders or pretenders. They have played two ranked teams and lost both games by an average of 22.5 points. Purdue has the fourth-toughest strength of schedule and the 13th-toughest non-conference strength of schedule. Boilermakers also have the 11th-highest margin of victory, winning 17.5 points on average. I am taking Purdue on the road in this one and I don’t believe Nebraska is that good. Play on Purdue, This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-09-24 | Oilers -1.5 v. Blackhawks | 2-1 | Loss | -150 | 7 h 6 m | Show | |
The Edmonton Oilers head to the Windy City to take on the Chicago Blackhawks. Edmonton has a record of 20-15-1 while Chicago is 12-26-2. Edmonton ranks third in goals per game and first in shots per game. They have scored four or more goals in six of the last 10 games. On the defensive end of the ice, they rank 17th in goals against per game and fourth in shots against per game. The Blackhawks rank 31st in goals per game and 31st in shots per game. They have scored three or fewer goals in seven of their last 10 games. On the defensive end of the ice, they rank 31st in goals against per game and 28th in shots against per game. The Oilers are 6-3-1 in the last 10 games against Chicago. The Oilers have won seven straight games. Chicago will be without Connor Bedard and has been dealing with other injuries. Edmonton has too much goal-scoring for the Blackhawks. Lay the goal and a half in this one. Play on Edmonton minus 1.5 goals. This is a 3% play. | |||||||
01-09-24 | Kansas State -120 v. West Virginia | 81-67 | Win | 100 | 7 h 34 m | Show | |
The Kansas State Wildcats will take on the West Virginia Mountaineers in a Big 12 showdown. Kansas State has won three in a row to go 11-3 on the season. West Virginia has lost two in a row and is 5-9 on the season. Kansas State is putting up 75.9 points a game and is shooting 42.9% from the field and 30.5% deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 68.1 points and their opponents are shooting 40.3% shooting from the field and 33.1% deep.
On the offensive end, the Mountaineers are putting up just 67.4 points a game, as they shoot 40.2% from the field and 29.3% behind the arc. On the defensive end, they are giving up 70.9 points and their opponents are shooting 41.6% from the field and 33.6% from deep.
Both teams have struggled with shooting from behind the arc this season. Of the two teams, Kansas State has more offensive firepower. They have three players that are putting up 15 points a game. West Virginia has been held under 70 points nine times this season and that has come against some poor defensive teams. West Virginia has had to deal with injuries so Chemistry is a problem at times. Three of WVU's top players sat out the first nine games with a suspension. Since they have returned, the Mountaineers have lost three games as favorites. k-State is the better team on both ends of the court and will keep their streak alive with a win and a cover. Play on Kansas State. This is a 4% play | |||||||
01-09-24 | Houston -140 v. Iowa State | 53-57 | Loss | -140 | 6 h 26 m | Show | |
Houston comes into his game undefeated at 14-0 and ranked second in the country. Iowa State is 10-3 this season and is coming off an upset win over No. 11 Oklahoma last time out. Houston is getting it done on the defensive end, where they are allowing just 44.7 points per game over their last three games and 49.8 points per game this season. Their opponents are shooting just 34.3% from the field and 26.4% beyond the arc. Houston is putting up 76.9 points per game. They are shooting 44.6% from the field and 35.8% from beyond the arc. Iowa State is putting up 84.6 points per game as they are shooting 49.9% from the field and 36.7% from deep. On the defensive end, they are giving up 59.9 points and their opponents are shooting 38.6% from the field and 33.5% from behind the arc. Both teams are 8-5-1 ATS this season. Houston is allowing 7.5 points less than the next team on the defensive end. The Cyclones also have a very good defense but just not as strong as Houstons. The Cougars have an advantage in rebounding over the Cyclones. The Cyclones are 0-2-1 ATS in their last three games while Houston has gone 3-0 ATS over their last three. Iowa State is at home but that won’t be enough as they will get overwhelmed by the Houston defense and will not be able to score enough to get the cover. Play on Houston on the money line. This is a 4% play. | |||||||
01-08-24 | Washington v. Michigan UNDER 56.5 | 13-34 | Win | 100 | 11 h 32 m | Show | |
These two teams met back in 2021 with just 42 total points being scored in that game. There is something about National Championship games that tend to have teams get off to slower starts as they do not want to make a big mistake early. Washington will be able to move the ball against the Wolverines' defense but I think it will be more methodical than quick strike. Michigan loves to control the ball on the ground and I see them looking to establish the run and wear down the Washington defense. As explosive as Washington’s offense can be, I think that Michigan’s offensive style of play will cause the game to go under the number. The Huskies are an explosive offense but play at a slower pace. Play on the UNDER. This is a 5% play |
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