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12-08-17 | Warriors v. Pistons +6 | Top | 102-98 | Win | 100 | 7 h 55 m | Show |
Golden State at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Pistons- The have won five straight and they seek their sixth straight road victory at Detroit after a home loss to the Pistons 115-107 on October 29. Golden State is 12-3 straight-up on the road and 8-7 ATS while Detroit is 8-2 straight-up at home and 6-3-1 ATS as hosts. The Warriors will of course be without Stephen Curry and possibly Draymond Green but has seen Kevin Durant pick up the slack. Detroit has dropped their last four but is 6-0 ATS at home against teams with a 60% or better winning percentage. Take the PISTONS! |
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12-07-17 | Rockets v. Jazz +6.5 | 112-101 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 51 m | Show | |
Houston at Utah 10:30 ET Jazz (+) over Rockets- Houston is the hottest team in the NBA having won their last seven and own the best road record in the league winning 10 of 11 while covering 8-of-11. Utah can counter the Rockets road play with a winning home record of 11-4 both straight-up and ATS. The Rockets posted a 137-110 win over the Jazz on November 5th as James Harden scored a career high of 56 points. The Jazz allowed 110 points only one other time this season and will atone for their previous poor performance at Houston. Take UTAH! |
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12-07-17 | Saints v. Falcons +1.5 | Top | 17-20 | Win | 100 | 11 h 38 m | Show |
New Orleans at Atlanta 8:25 ET Falcons (+) over Saints- I have been very cautious regarding the Saints this year more expecting them to fail rather then succeed and we can see where they are now. Last week I played 'against' New Orleans and paid the price, this week they are on the road against a Falcons team in that closes the season against four division opponents. Two huge trends that can't be ignored is that the underdog is 13-3 ATS in the last 16 meetings and even better Atlanta is 6-1 ATS in their last seven Thursday night games. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-06-17 | Nuggets +5 v. Pelicans | Top | 114-123 | Loss | -109 | 9 h 42 m | Show |
Denver at New Orleans 8:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Pelicans- New Orleans will be looking for payback as they host the Nuggets and will most likely be without Anthony Davis who has missed the past two games because of a sprained adductor. Denver handed the Pelicans their worst loss of the season 146-114 three weeks ago in Colorado. DeMarcus Cousins who has seven technical fouls in 24 games could pick up any slack created by Davis' absence but he has to remain in the game and not foul out or get thrown out. The Nuggets have had the best of New Orleans going 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to the Crescent City. Take DENVER! |
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12-06-17 | Warriors v. Hornets +6 | 101-87 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 33 m | Show | |
Golden State at Charlotte 8:00 ET Hornets (+) over Warriors- Golden State is a little banged-up with Stephen Curry sidelined but have still four straight straight on this road trip. Curry who grew up in Charlotte will miss this homecoming of sorts as the Warriors take their 11-3 road record into his home town. Golden State has taken the last six in this series and their last three as visitors but the Hornets are 8-3 both straight-up and ATS at home. Kemba Walker has returned after a two-game absence and he will lead the way for the Hornets without Curry. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-06-17 | Rhode Island +3.5 v. Alabama | 64-68 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 39 m | Show | |
Rhode Island at Alabama 8:00 ET Rams (+) over Crimson Tide- Alabama coach Avery Johnson is a colorful character that has already had to finish one game with just three players remaining on the floor due to a bench clearing scuffle losing to Minnesota 89-84. (They actually outscored the Gophers playing short-handed three players to five) The Tide was in the Top-25 but two losses have dropped them out of the ranked. Rhode Island who is 8-2 ATS in their last 10 overall and are coming off a win over Providence and have already defeated a ranked Seton Hall club. Take the points with RHODE ISLAND! |
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12-06-17 | Grizzlies +2 v. Knicks | 88-99 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
Memphis at New York 7:30 ET Grizzlies (+) over Knicks- New York who has shown as much improvement as any other team in the NBA has hit a wall as losing their last two as their leading scorers are sidelined with injuries. Playing without Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr. the Knicks just can't make up the huge talent loss when they are out. New York has dropped five of their last six and the Nuggets are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Under new management (coaching change- Bennie Bickerstaff) and the Grizzlies posted their first win Monday over Minnesota. They like that...take MEMPHIS! |
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12-05-17 | Wizards +6 v. Blazers | 106-92 | Win | 100 | 12 h 34 m | Show | |
Washington at Portland 10:00 ET Wizards (+) over Trailblazers- Washington will once again be without John Wall as the All-star point guard will miss his sixth consecutive game and will be replaced by back-up guard Tomas Satoransky who scored a career high in the Wizards 2nd worst franchise loss to Utah last night 116-69. Portland ranks last in assists per game with 18.1 and rank 22nd in offense and 26th in field goal percentage. I look for the Wizards to rebound here. Take WASHINGTON! |
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12-05-17 | Michigan State v. Rutgers +14.5 | 62-52 | Win | 100 | 9 h 35 m | Show | |
Michigan State at Rutgers 7:00 ET Scarlet Knights (+) over Spartans- No. 3 Michigan State has won six straight and five straight 'covers' since their 88-81 loss to Duke. Rutgers dropped their Big Ten opener to No. 14 Minnesota by 22-points and have lost their four conference meetings against the Spartans by 20, 34, 31 and 28 points since joining the Big Ten. Michigan State is 25-10 ATS in their last 35 versus Big Ten competition. This season Rutgers is much improves going 6-1 straight-up at home (2-1 ATS) and are second in the nation in total defense (56.3 points per game) and rebounding (46.1). Defense and rebounding will keep this one close. Take RUTGERS! |
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12-04-17 | Pistons +3.5 v. Spurs | Top | 93-96 | Win | 100 | 8 h 23 m | Show |
Detroit at San Antonio 8:35 ET Pistons (+) over Spurs- As John Candy once said 'When something works, I stick to it!' What I am talking about is the Detroit Pistons. Despite dropping their last two games they are 15-7-1 ATS on the season and have paid dividends for 'us' to date. The Spurs are still as consistent as ever going 10-2 straight-up at home and 8-3-1 ATS. San Antonio has dominated this series winning 31 of the past 43 games but this is a much improved Pistons squad. Detroit hasn't dropped three straight this season...I like them here. Take the PISTONS! |
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12-04-17 | Steelers v. Bengals +6 | Top | 23-20 | Win | 100 | 11 h 53 m | Show |
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati 8:30 ET Bengals (+) over Steelers- Two months ago many were wondering what was wrong with the Steelers. Big Ben was throwing intercepting and Le'Veon Bell was have problems finding running room, well, six straight wins later Pittsburgh enters the Queen City looking to continue their dominance over the Bengals. Mike Tomlin has had the best of his counter-part Marvin Lewis winning 17 of the 22 meetings over the past 12 years including 11-1 straight up from Game 10 out. Cincinnati is looking to break their current five-game losing streak in this series. Take the BENGALS! |
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12-04-17 | Wolves v. Grizzlies +3.5 | 92-95 | Win | 100 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Timberwolves- Okay now what? The Grizzlies had lost eight in-a-row and fired coach David Fizdale and hired interim coach J.B. Bickerstaff who has added three more losses since taking over running the streak to -11. Minnesota at 14-10 has still under-achieved 'covering' only 10 times this season. Memphis has been horrible at home this season and is 3-9 ATS as hosts this season but they are 11-4 ATS against the T'wolves in Memphis. The Grizzlies break the snide and post JB's first win. Take MEMPHIS! |
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12-04-17 | Bucks +5 v. Celtics | 100-111 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Boston 7:35 ET Bucks (+) over Celtics- Without a doubt in my mind Brad Stevens is the NBA Coach of the Year. The Celtics are doing it on defense leading the NBA without key players that have Boston playing short-handed. Over time with the all-out effort being put out every night the Celtics will start to wear down and break out physically. These two met in the Celtics 2nd game while still dealing with the shock of losing Gordon Hayward in game one and the Bucks behind 37 points and 13 rebounds from Giannis won 108-100 but Boston responded with a revenge home win a week later 96-89. Milwaukee is 12-5 ATS in their last 17 meetings in Boston. Take the BUCKS! |
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12-04-17 | Wisconsin +5.5 v. Penn State | 64-63 | Win | 100 | 8 h 9 m | Show | |
Wisconsin at Penn State 7:00 ET Badgers (+) over Nittany Lions- What is going on with Wisconsin? Two years ago they were playing for the National Championship and already this season they have lost more game then that entire season. At 3-5 straight-up and have yet to 'cover' 0-3 ATS on the road. Looking closer at the Badgers poor record one notices that they have played three ranked-teams and are coming off a 25-point loss to Ohio State. Penn State is 11-2 ATS in the last 13 meetings but, they all came as underdogs. With the rolls reversed here...Take WISCONSIN! |
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12-03-17 | Eagles v. Seahawks +6 | 10-24 | Win | 100 | 11 h 11 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Seattle 8:30 ET Seahawks (+) over Eagles- Kind of hard to believe that Seattle is an underdog at home where they have dominated opponents for the past decade. Philadelphia of course is on a nine game win streak with their last non-cover coming against the Giants in September. Seattle who has struggled of last as a home favorite is 5-1 ATS against the Eagles in the last six meetings. At 5-6 the Seahawks are in desperate need of a win and they get it here. Take SEATTLE! |
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12-03-17 | Spurs v. Thunder -4 | 87-90 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 16 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Oklahoma City 7:00 ET Thunder (-) over Spurs- I modestly must admit that I was the guy that said, with Carmelo Anthony going from New York to the Thunder two things would happen. First, the Knicks would be much better and Oklahoma City will decline. So, now we have New York with a winning record and the Thunder are at 9-12. OKC is talking about developing chemistry but when the ball stops moving every time it hits Melo's hands. Still, there is more talent here then with most clubs and they are 7-3 at home while the Spurs are 5-5 straight-up and 3-7 ATS in the road. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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12-03-17 | Panthers +5.5 v. Saints | Top | 21-31 | Loss | -107 | 22 h 33 m | Show |
Carolina at New Orleans 4:25 ET Panthers (+) over Saints- Yeah, I expect the Saints to return home after their loss at Los Angeles last week and for the 'public' to look for them to recover from their first defeat in two months. But, things happen after a loss, the feeling of invincibility is shaken and they will find it difficult to return to their pervious form. Carolina's defense is one of the best in the NFL as it turned the tide (UGH) last week against the Jets. Look for the Panthers to surprise here. Take CAROLINA! |
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12-03-17 | Rams v. Cardinals +7 | 32-16 | Loss | -105 | 21 h 25 m | Show | |
L.A. Rams at Arizona 4:25 ET Cardinals (+) over Rams- This to me looks like the set-up game of the week. What I mean is the Rams who average 30-points per contest can not take the Cardinals seriously after defeating them 33-0 in London six weeks ago. Believe it or not Arizona is just one game behind Detroit for the final NFC playoff spot and haven't given up on the season as of yet. This is a division game and the Cardinals have huge motivation after their embarrassing performance in London. Take ARIZONA! |
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12-03-17 | Giants +9 v. Raiders | 17-24 | Win | 100 | 7 h 2 m | Show | |
New York at Oakland 4:25 ET Giants (+) over Raiders- You have got to be kidding! I can see Mr. Magoo the Giants head coach replacing Eli Manning, I can I understand it, Eli has been terrible. But, where is your future with Gino Smith? If you make the move to bench Eli you look toward the future and Smith is NOT the future. Things are so bad in New York that they are a double-digit dog to an underachieving Raiders team that has disappointed their backers all season long. Playing away from home might be a blessing for New York who is just 1-4 at home with their only win coming against Kansas City. The Giants may be just 1-5 on the road but they are 3-3 ATS. Take NEW YORK! |
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12-03-17 | Seton Hall +3.5 v. Louisville | 79-77 | Win | 100 | 6 h 37 m | Show | |
Seton Hall at Louisville 4:00 ET Pirates (+) over Cardinals- Both coaches from these ranked clubs worked together under Rick Pitino before Seton Hall's Kevin Willard took the Pirates job. No. 17 Louisville is 4-0 at home but are just 1-3 ATS while this is the first road game for No. 24 Seton Hall who is 6-1 straight-up and 3-4 ATS. Usually, I look to play 'against' teams in their first road game but the 'price' tells me 'not here.' Louisville is 1-8 ATS in their last nine games overall and just won't make here although the Pirates are 1-6 at Louisville but that was during Pitino's rein. Take SETON HALL! |
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12-03-17 | Bucs +2.5 v. Packers | Top | 20-26 | Loss | -105 | 18 h 12 m | Show |
Tampa Bay at Green Bay 1:00 ET Buccaneers (+) over Packers- Oh no, don't say it's so...Jameis Winston will be back at quarterback for Tampa Bay. Green Bay is already without their HOF QB as Aaron Rogers is still sidelined and Brett Hundley just doesn't cut it. Oh, so you think he looked good against Pittsburgh last Sunday night but understand this the Steelers were playing that game with the knowledge that at some time Hundley and the Packers would fall...and they did. Green Bay should not be favored over anybody with this guy quarterbacking. Take TAMPA BAY! |
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12-03-17 | Vikings v. Falcons -2.5 | 14-9 | Loss | -115 | 4 h 32 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Atlanta 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Vikings- Minnesota comes into Atlanta on a seven game win streak and with an over-powering defense have won 3-of-4 straight-up on the road and the are 8-3 ATS on the season (9-2). The Falcons have started to respond after a lackluster start and have won 3-in-a-row. With Matt Ryan picking up his game and Julio Jones getting back into the 'action' and the Dirty Birds will be ready to play. Take Atlanta! |
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12-02-17 | Arizona v. UNLV +5 | 91-88 | Win | 100 | 9 h 13 m | Show | |
Arizona at UNLV 10:00 ET Rebels (+) over Wildcats- Arizona coach Sean Miller say that the off season problems that surround the Wildcats program hasn't effected their play. Well, Arizona was ranked in the Top-10 in preseason polls but three straight losses in the Bahamas have dropped the Wildcats for the polls. The Wildcats returned home and beat-up on Long Beach State 91-56. Now, they must face a much improved UNLV squad that won only 11 game last season but are now 6-1 coming off a loss to Northern Iowa their first road game of the year. Returning home gives the Rebels the edge. Take UNLV! |
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12-02-17 | Kings +12.5 v. Bucks | 104-109 | Win | 100 | 8 h 13 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Milwaukee 8:30 ET Kings (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee who was a winner for us on Thursday 'outright' at Portland return home to face the Kings a team they defeated 112-87 in Sacramento Tuesday. The Bucks are always a team of interest and are 5-4 at home but just 3-5-1 ATS while the Kings are 2-7-3 ATS on the road and just 3-9 straight-up. Milwaukee has won the last three meetings but Sacramento is 7-2 ATS in 'Brew-town.' Take the KINGS! |
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12-02-17 | Ohio State -6 v. Wisconsin | Top | 27-21 | Push | 0 | 30 h 37 m | Show |
Ohio State vs. Wisconsin 8:00 ET Buckeyes (-) over Badgers- As a fan I want so much for Wisconsin to win this game (except that I'm posting the Buckeyes) just so Alabama doesn't make it to the Championship Playoffs. The Badgers have the top defense in the country and have 12 wins without a loss but none of their wins have come against ranked teams. I don't believe that Ohio State can get to the CFP because of their 31-point 55-24 loss to Iowa. The last time these two met was in the Big Ten Championship game in 2014 when the Buckeyes crushed the Badgers 59-0. My final thoughts are that 'Vegas' has made the two-loss Buckeyes a strong favorite over an undefeated foe. Too much speed and too many options with fire-power for Whisky to contend with.Take OHIO STATE! |
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12-02-17 | Pistons +5 v. 76ers | 103-108 | Push | 0 | 7 h 20 m | Show | |
Detroit at Philadelphia 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over 76ers- Both these clubs have improved their lot this season as the formerly 'tanking' 76ers are a force to contend with as their 14-7 ATS record will attest. Detroit has been led by Andre Drummond and his power game who already has 15 double-doubles. Philadelphia has already posted a win over the Pistons 97-86 in Detroit back in October. This time around the 76ers will not be able to ambush Detroit who now have a better understanding as to who Philly actually is. The Pistons are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings and will get the money here. Take DETROIT! |
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12-02-17 | Georgia +3 v. Auburn | 28-7 | Win | 100 | 25 h 27 m | Show | |
Georgia vs Auburn 3:30 ET Bulldogs (+) over Tigers- I'm looking forward to this re-match more than any of the other games being played Saturday. Auburn without a doubt has been the 'best team' in the nation the last five weeks with wins over a pair of #1's Alabama last week and Georgia three weeks ago. Now, I feel good about this play as I was 3-0 in those three previous matchups and I know how hard it is too defeat a football team twice in the same season. The Tigers totally dominated the Bulldogs in the first meeting 40-17 and Georgia will make the proper adjustments. Take GEORGIA! |
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12-02-17 | Hawks +5 v. Nets | Top | 114-102 | Win | 100 | 3 h 57 m | Show |
Atlanta at Brooklyn 3:00 ET Hawks (+) over Nets- This is a totally different Nets club then what we saw last season. They have already won nine games and did not reach that total until game 42 last season. Brooklyn has been very competitive this season and are on a 7-0 ATS run heading into this afternoon's encounter against Atlanta. The Hawks who are 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings finds this matchup a bit differently this time around as they are the underdog. With rolls reversed the Hawks fly high with a win today. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-02-17 | TCU +7.5 v. Oklahoma | 17-41 | Loss | -120 | 22 h 13 m | Show | |
Texas Christian vs Oklahoma 12:30 ET Horned Frogs (+) over Sooners- With Heisman hopeful quarterback Baker Mayfield leading the way Oklahoma has scored 30 points or better in 21 of their last 22 games with the one they feel short being 29 points against Texas Tech. I do believe that if they score 30 points again they will win the game but the TCU defense might have something to say about that. Even though the Sooners can score their point differential is the same out-scoring opponents by an average 20 points. Frogs coach Gary Patterson fells that all the 'pressure is on them' and will have his tough bunch ready. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN! |
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12-01-17 | Spurs v. Grizzlies +5 | Top | 95-79 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 23 m | Show |
San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- Streaks abound here as San Antonio has won their last three and the Grizzlies have lost nine straight games and their coach. The Memphis coaching change surprised most NBA insiders but it didn't help as they were held to just 95 points in their last at San Antonio on Wednesday. The Griz have been in the NBA playoffs eight straight years but they are missing an important cog in that point guard Mike Conley who has an Achilles injury. The Spurs are just 4-5 straight-up and 2-7 ATS on the road. Take MEMPHIS! |
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12-01-17 | Kings v. Bulls +2 | 107-106 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Kings- As expected the Bulls are the worst team in the NBA with a 3-17 record but are a surprising 9-11 ATS including 4-4 ATS at home. Sacramento has improved but not all that much as they are 6-15 overall including 2-9 straight-up on the road and 2-8-1 ATS. Chicago has lost their last seven games but the Kings haven't won in the 'Windy City' in over a decade and now they are favored (on the road no less). The Bulls have won the last five meetings and and get a much needed win here. Take CHICAGO! |
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12-01-17 | Stanford +4 v. USC | Top | 28-31 | Win | 100 | 33 h 24 m | Show |
Stanford vs USC 8:00 ET Cardinal (+) over Trojans- i'm very pleased with this PAC-12 Championship matchup as 'we' posted the winner between these two the first time they played. These two met Sept. 9 with USC posting a 38-20 Megabucks Best Bet win for 'us' when the out-gained the Cardinal 624-342. The Trojans have won four straight since their 49-14 beating at Notre Dame while Stanford who has won eight of their last nine are off a win over the Fighting Irish with a short week before this championship game. The Cardinal usually play the Trojans tough winning seven of the last 10 and they will get the money here. Take STANFORD! |
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12-01-17 | Pacers +7.5 v. Raptors | 115-120 | Win | 100 | 9 h 58 m | Show | |
Indiana at Toronto 7:30 ET Pacers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has won their last two and five of their last seven and are 7-1 straight-up and 5-3 ATS at home but the Pacers have been up to the task on the road going 6-6 and 7-5 ATS. These two met last Friday in Indiana and the Pacers came-from-behind to win 107-104 but are off a 118-97 loss to Houston on Wednesday. Although the Pacers are 10-25 ATS in their last 35 meetings in Toronto they are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. In a mild surprise...take INDIANA! |
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11-30-17 | Bucks +3.5 v. Blazers | 103-91 | Win | 100 | 7 h 14 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Portland 10:00 ET Bucks (+) over Trailblazers- Portland returns home on a 3-game winning streak after winning 4-of-5 from their five-game trip. The Trailblazers are 7-4 straight-up but just 3-7-1 ATS at home and dropped a 113-100 decision at Milwaukee opening week in October. That was before the Bucks acquired Eric Bledsoe and now they are a more complete club and more then a 'one-man' band. Trailblazers return to demanding family life and have plenty of holiday distractions at home. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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11-30-17 | Redskins v. Cowboys +2 | Top | 14-38 | Win | 100 | 20 h 16 m | Show |
Washington at Dallas 8:25 ET Cowboys over Redskins- Last time I looked Kirk Cousins was the NFC's leading passer and yet the Redskins are a 5-6 club that is looking to measure up in this round-up with the Cowboys. You see before the 'Boys embarked on their current 3-game losing streak scoring less then 10 points in every game they destroyed the 'Skins in Washington 33-19. Of course that was when Ezekiel Elliot ran for 150 yards and I have word that he won't do that again...at least not this week. Dallas is still running at a 4.4 yard clip without Elliot but Dak Prescott has been affected the most with five interceptions since Elliots departure while have thrown only four all last season. Dallas knows the can handle Washington and will make the proper adjustments. Take the COWBOYS! |
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11-30-17 | Cavs v. Hawks +8 | 121-114 | Win | 100 | 5 h 48 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Cavaliers- King James was ejected from his first NBA game in his 15 year career while the Cavaliers managed to win their ninth straight in Miami. Atlanta is off to a terrible 4-16 start but have had rest since Sunday as they load up for their four straight home game. Cleveland has struggled for some reason against the Hawks going 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-30-17 | Notre Dame +6.5 v. Michigan State | 63-81 | Loss | -104 | 5 h 57 m | Show | |
Notre Dame at Michigan State 7:00 ET Fighting Irish (+) over Spartans- These two schools compete against each other on the grid iron on a yearly basis but on the hardwood in a different story. Notre Dame has not played basketball at East Lansing since 1974 when Michigan State coach Tom Izzo was a point guard. The Spartans are 5-1 and No. 3 in the country while the Irish are 6-0 ranked #5 and off a win in the championship game in Maui over Wichita State. Defense is the key for the Mike Brey's squad and that will keep this one close. Take NOTRE DAME! |
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11-29-17 | UNLV v. Northern Iowa +1 | Top | 68-77 | Win | 101 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
UNLV at Northern Iowa 8:00 ET Panthers over Rebels- Can it be? Can UNLV return to national prominence? They are 6-0 straight-up and 5-1 ATS playing patsies at home with one away game on a neutral site. Northern Iowa is 3-0 at home and are off a loss to Villanova and this is their first 'lined' game at home. The Rebels appear to have an offensive advantage ranking 9th for offensive field goal percentage and 37% from 3-point range. The problem here is that this is UNLV's first true road game and their shooting percentages will drop against a team that allows just 44.5 points per game at home. These two met in Oklahoma City in the 2010 NCAA tourney with the Panthers winning at the buzzer 69-66. Same result here. Take NORTHERN IOWA! |
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11-29-17 | Wizards +5.5 v. 76ers | 113-118 | Win | 100 | 5 h 23 m | Show | |
Washington at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over 76ers- Like I said before we played 'against' Philadelphia (Cavs WIN) their last time out that 'I really' like the 76ers and especially Embiid but, there are spots when you just have to make the move and bite your lip and play 'against' them once more. Washington will be without John Wall but have a bench that outscored Minnesota's reserves 49-11 and the 76ers will mostly be without 'all-everything' Ben Simmons who sprained his ankle Monday. Take the WIZARDS! |
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11-28-17 | Nuggets +2 v. Jazz | 77-106 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 34 m | Show | |
Denver at Utah 10:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Jazz- With the departure of Gordon Hayward the Utah Jazz are struggling to fill his void and are 9-11 on the season. I'm a little taken back by the meager 'price' here as the Jazz have dominated this series especially at home where they are 7-1 ATS in the last eight against Denver. As a matter of fact Utah is 12-4 ATS in the last 16 meetings, so why is this 'line' so low. Utah will be without start center Rudy Gobert and that is probably your answer why and Denver takes advantage even without Paul Millsap. Take DENVER! |
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11-28-17 | Bucks v. Kings +7 | 112-87 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 59 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Sacramento 10:00 ET Kings (+) over Bucks- Stop the presses! The Kings just ended a nine-game road losing streak with a 110-106 win over the Warriors last night their first at Golden State since 2013. The Bucks have been a little disappointing thus far this season as inconsistency has plagued this team despite Giannis Antetokounmpo averaging 27 points and 13 rebounds. One man can not do it alone and the Kings are confident. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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11-28-17 | Heat +5 v. Cavs | Top | 97-108 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 37 m | Show |
Miami at Cleveland 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Cavaliers- After a slow start the Cavaliers have started to put it together winning their last eight led by LeBron James who has been his usual unstoppable self. Miami has won three straight themselves and will see coach Eric Spoelstra up against former Heat NBA champions Dwayne Wade and James. Despite their winning streak Cleveland his managed to win 'playing short' with Shumpert and Thomas and others ailing. Miami won 3-of-4 meeting last season and do it again here. Take MIAMI! |
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11-27-17 | Texans +7.5 v. Ravens | 16-23 | Win | 100 | 10 h 38 m | Show | |
Houston at Baltimore 8:30 ET |
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11-27-17 | Pistons +7 v. Celtics | 118-108 | Win | 100 | 6 h 6 m | Show | |
Detroit at Boston 7:30 ET Pistons (+) over Detroit- I know one thing if you 'fade' the Celtics enough you are going to pay as they are 17-3-1 ATS for the season and 7-1-1 ATS at home. After their loss to Miami (Megabucks Winner) the Celtics have won their last two with two starters court side nursing injuries. These two clubs were engaged in a trade before the season and it marks the return to Boston for Avery Bradley. Detroit is much improved at 12-6 and have been a great take on the road going 7-2 ATS while winning five time outright and are 5-1 ATS in last six in Boston. Take the PISTONS! |
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11-27-17 | Magic +4 v. Pacers | 109-121 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 44 m | Show | |
Orlando at Indiana 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Pacers- Man, there is so many reason's to reconsider the Magic here when you look at the history between these two clubs. Indiana is 18-5 ATS in the last 23 meetings and are 5-1 ATS in their last six after blowing a double-digit lead in the third quarter to the Celtics Saturday night. Orlando is on an 8-game slide and this 'price' seems cheap to me. That might be to the Pacers leading scorer Victor Oladipo will most likely miss his second straight game because of a bruised knee. Magic take advantage. Take ORLANDO! |
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11-27-17 | Cavs +2.5 v. 76ers | Top | 113-91 | Win | 100 | 6 h 40 m | Show |
Cleveland at Philadelphia 7:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over 76ers- Wait a second...okay. O have to write this to garner the true impact of the 76ers being favored over LeBron James and the Cavaliers. Although Philadelphia is 16-5 ATS and 10-1 ATS at home against Cleveland in the James era it was an underdog every time. Now, this season they they are 14-4 ATS while the Cavs are 6-12-1 ATS on the season but, 6-3 ATS on the road. After a rocky start Cleveland has won seven straight. Take the CAVALIERS! |
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11-26-17 | Duke v. Florida +2.5 | Top | 87-84 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 1 m | Show |
Duke vs. Florida 10:30 ET Gators (+) over Blue Devils- What do you do when your senior leader All-American guard Grayson Allen is in foul trouble and you are trailing Texas by 13-points in the second half. Well, if you are Duke you let one of the four freshman take over and 6'11” Marvin Bagley did just that scoring 34 points and adding 15 rebounds to lead the Blue Devils comeback. Florida will try and beat you with their backcourt led by Chris Chiozza who had 26 points and 10 assists in Florida's 111-105 double-overtime win over Gonzaga. Duke has dominated this series leading 13-4 but they are far from home and the Gators have enough experience and depth to win here. Take FLORIDA! |
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11-26-17 | Broncos +5 v. Raiders | 14-21 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 14 m | Show | |
Denver at Oakland 4:25 ET Broncos (+)*** over Raiders- These two without a doubt are the most disappoint teams in the AFC. So much was expected from the Raiders because Carr was returning and they showed so much promise last season and Denver, well they are always in contention and opened the season 3-1 but have dropped their last six going 0-6 ATS. The last Broncos win was over Oakland 16-10 on October 1st. Denver will start Paxton Lynch his first start of the year after starting twice last season. I'm going to hold my nose as the Broncos are 9-2-1 ATS in the last 12 meetings including 5-1 ATS in Oakland. Take DENVER! |
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11-26-17 | Seahawks v. 49ers +7 | 24-13 | Loss | -115 | 22 h 55 m | Show | |
Seattle at San Francisco 4:05 ET 49ers (+)**** over Seahawks- Whoa...did anyone out there see what I saw on Monday night when the Seattle were out-classed at home by Atlanta? What I saw was an imposter...a club that aside from a fabulous quarterback doesn't cut it anymore and while this is happening their coach is being exposed. San Francisco feels pretty goo about themselves because after all they haven been lost in three weeks beating the Giants two weeks ago and now coming off a bye. The Seahawks won and early matchup 12-9...turn about here. Take SAN FRANCISCO! |
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11-26-17 | Panthers v. Jets +6 | Top | 35-27 | Loss | -115 | 19 h 25 m | Show |
Carolina at New York Jets 1:00 ET Jets (+)**** over Panthers- It appears Carolina is on a roll winning their last three and already with more wins this year (7) then the entire 2016 season. Cam Newton is certainly the center piece and was outstanding in the Panthers last game two weeks ago dismantling of Miami 45-21. This week New ton will get his favorite receiver back as Greg Olsen return for the injured list and the Jets have had difficulties with tight ends this season allowing six touchdowns. New York has already surpassed most expectation with four wins as they are 3-2 straight-up at home and 6-0 ATS in their last six. Better then thought of the Jets fly high here. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-25-17 | Washington State v. Washington -10 | Top | 14-41 | Win | 100 | 25 h 32 m | Show |
Washington State at Washington 8:00 ET Huskies (-)***** over Cougars- I really had to do a 'double-take' when I first saw this 'number' as Washington opened a 'double-digit' favorite and my instinct told me 'no way.' But, this is a way and a reason at this points of the season the odds-makers are not making mistakes. Washington is forced into the roll of spoilers as the Cougars can clinch a PAC-12 conference Champion game appearance with a win here while the Huskies are only bowl bound. Disappointed with the College Football Playoffs Washington has won seven of the past eight meetings including the last four. Washington State's two losses were on the road where their opponents outscored them by eight points per game while the Huskies are 6-0 at home going 4-2 ATS. Take WASHINGTON! |
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11-25-17 | Notre Dame v. Stanford +3 | 20-38 | Win | 100 | 24 h 15 m | Show | |
Notre Dame at Stanford 8:00 ET Cardinal (+)*** over Fighting Irish- These two schools play so much alike that you could have them change uniforms and they stats and results would virtually be the same. Notre Dame averages 6.6 per rushing attempt while Stanford is at 6.2 per try. On defense the Fighting Irish allow 216.9 per game while the Cardinal allow 216.3. The Irish struggle on the road as favorites going 3-7 ATS in their last 10 while Stanford is 10-3 ATS as an underdog under Shaw. Cardinal will Bryce Love it...Take STANFORD! |
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11-25-17 | Celtics v. Pacers +3 | Top | 108-98 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 25 m | Show |
Boston at Indiana 8:00 ET Pacers (+)**** over Celtics- Indiana has gotten hot at the right time winning their last five (5-0 ATS) with nine of their next 11 at home. Boston bounced back after their loss after 16 straight wins and will be a little short handed tonight with two more forwards down for this contest. Although the Celtics have won 17 of their last 18 their stamina is starting to wear thin. Pacers 5-3 both straight-up and ATS at home and win here. Take INDIANA! |
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11-25-17 | Blazers +3.5 v. Wizards | 108-105 | Win | 100 | 6 h 21 m | Show | |
Portland at Washington 7:00 ET Trailblazers (+)*** over Wizards- Maybe it's just my poor perception on the Wizards as I expect them to be a 10-point favorite every game but, so long as 'we' have the right side everyone will be happy. Portland is one of those teams that you never really consider a threat but can hurt you if you don't pay attention. The Blazers are feeling good about them selves off their late come-back win over Brooklyn last night. The Wiz just 3-6 ATS at home. Take PORTLAND! |
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11-25-17 | Spurs v. Hornets +2 | 106-86 | Loss | -103 | 6 h 18 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+)*** over Spurs- Charlotte had their 3-game winning streak stopped last night by the Cavaliers 100-99 but covered for the fourth straight time. San Antonio has won the last three meetings but are off another poor road performance in New Orleans 107-90. The Spurs are just not quite the same without Kawhi Leonard as they are just 3-5 straight-up and only 1-7 ATS on the road including 0-6 last six. Add that the Hornets are 5-2-1 ATS hosting in the last eight meetings. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-25-17 | Michigan State v. Rutgers +14 | 40-7 | Loss | -115 | 20 h 26 m | Show | |
Michigan State at Rutgers 3:30 ET Scarlet Knights (+)**** over Spartans- Since posting their third big Ten win of the season three weeks ago Rutgers has dropped two straight on the road without scoring a touchdown. Michigan State has been over-achievers this season and have had difficulty on the road where they are 1-3 ATS and surrendering 31 points per game while only scoring 19. Rutgers has been a money maker at home 4-2 ATS. I expect the Spartans to sleep walk through what they consider an inferior opponent. Take the SCARLET KNIGHTS! |
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11-25-17 | Wisconsin v. Minnesota +18 | 31-0 | Loss | -105 | 19 h 22 m | Show | |
Wisconsin at Minnesota 3:30 ET Golden Gophers (+)*** over Badgers- I don't care what most of these 'talking heads' are saying their in NO way Wisconsin does not make the College Football Playoffs if they win out an remain undefeated. The Badgers like Alabama play a boring brand of football the type of football that is hard t beat. Wisconsin has won the last 13 meetings but, with Minnesota covering as the underdog 7-2-1 ATS. Badgers are looking toward the Big Ten conference Championship game with their opponent yet to be determined. Too many clouds in Wisconsin's scenario. Take MINNESOTA |
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11-25-17 | Alabama v. Auburn +5 | Top | 14-26 | Win | 100 | 20 h 41 m | Show |
Alabama at Auburn 3:30 ET Tigers (+)**** over Crimson Tide- The 'Iron Bowl is without a doubt the 'Game' of the day as these two SEC rivals need no extra incentive to play this game. Alabama is going into Jordan Hare Stadium #1 and has won seven of the last nine meetings but are ravaged by injury to linebackers and have moved freshman into more demanding rolls. I'm going to pull out some NCAA trends where undefeated clubs as road favorites are 7-15 ATS in their final game of the regular season. Add that Auburn is 8-1 ATS at home against undefeated SEC opponents. Take AUBURN! |
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11-25-17 | Ohio State v. Michigan +13 | 31-20 | Win | 100 | 17 h 35 m | Show | |
Ohio State at Michigan 12:00 ET Wolverines (+) over Buckeyes- A 'lifetime' contract...is that what Jim Harbaugh really wants...remember about lifetime contracts that are only done when so are dead. This is the only game that matters to the Wolverines as a win here is better then any bowl victory can be. Ohio State has had the best of this series on the road going 6-1 at Ann Arbor but, The Blue Maze will help here. Michigan is 3rd nationally in total defense (261.2) and the Buckeyes offense has been inconsistent. Take MICHIGAN! |
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11-25-17 | Georgia v. Georgia Tech +12 | 38-7 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 27 m | Show | |
Georgia at Georgia Tech 12:00 ET Yellow Jackets (+) over Bulldogs- I've really been 'clocking' this Georgia Tech club winning 'on and against' them the past six weeks going 5-0-1 ATS. I have to believe that I have a 'good feel' for their matchups. The Bulldogs are looking toward their battle against Miami for the ACC championship but have dominated this series in Atlanta winning their eight while going 8-0 ATS. As a matter of fact the road team has dominated the series going 14-2-1 ATS in the last 17 meetings. But, remember I said I have a good feel for the Yellow Jackets games. Take GEORGIA TECH! |
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11-25-17 | Florida State v. Florida +6 | 38-22 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 25 m | Show | |
Florida State at Florida 12:00 ET Gators (+) over Seminoles- The best thing the state of Florida has going for itself during the college football season is a plethora of big-time schools to root for. This year they are rooting for Central Florida, South Florida, Florida Atlantic and of course Miami. Out of the picture this year is Florida and Florida State the usual flag bearers for the State. So bad has it been that when the 'Death Threats' actually became suicide notes as the Gators enter this contest 4-6 straight-up and just 2-7-1 ATS. But wait, it gets even worst for the Seminoles, as they are 4-6 straight-up and an unbelievable 0-9 ATS. Gators CHOMP! Take FLORIDA! |
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11-24-17 | Heat +4.5 v. Wolves | 109-97 | Win | 100 | 9 h 11 m | Show | |
Miami at Minnesota 8:00 ET Heat (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota made some major off-season moves and it has propelled this usual non-playoff club into contention. The T'wolves are 6-2 at home but are just 4-4 ATS while Miami who is 4-4 on the road are 5-3 ATS. With the return of center Hassan Whiteside the Heat ended Boston's winning streak and are looking to avenge a 125-122 overtime home loss to the Wolves when Whiteside was sidelined. Miami is 5-0 ATS in their last five games at Minnesota and get it done here. Take MIAMI! |
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11-24-17 | Raptors v. Pacers +2 | 104-107 | Win | 100 | 9 h 6 m | Show | |
Toronto at Indiana 8:00 ET Pacers (+) over Raptors- Toronto is off to a quick start this season but are off a loss at New York where the Knicks scored 28 unanswered points in the third quarter to shake the Raptors confidence. Indiana has won their last four and is playing with confidence as they start a four-game home stand. Toronto has won nine of the last 11 meetings but the Pacers are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings. Returning home and on a four-game win streak I'm staying with the Pacers. Take INDIANA! |
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11-24-17 | Virginia Tech -7 v. Virginia | 10-0 | Win | 100 | 21 h 40 m | Show | |
Virginia Tech at Virginia 8:00 ET Hokies (-) over Cavaliers- In a rivalry like this taking the home team with pints looks very inviting. Virginia is a much improved squad that is already bowl eligible for the first time since 2011. The Hokies have won 13 straight and 17 of 18 in this series including last season's 52-10 blowout. The Cavaliers have improved but after last weeks physical beating at Miami they just won't have enough. Take VIRGINIA TECH! |
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11-24-17 | Knicks v. Hawks +2 | Top | 104-116 | Win | 100 | 9 h 49 m | Show |
New York at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Knicks- New York has been one of the 'feel good' stories in the NBA where they jettisoned their over-rated 'Super Star' in Carmelo Anthony and have a nucleus of young promising talent. Of course the Knicks are led by center Kristaps Porzingis who is fourth in the NBA in scoring averaging 27.3 points per game and with plenty of scoring from teammate Tom Hardaway Jr. who is returning to Atlanta for the first time since coming over to New York. The Knicks have had the advantage of playing 12 home games where they are 9-3 straight-up and 10-2 ATS. On the road it os a different story for the young Knickerbockers who are just 1-4 both straight-up and ATS on the road. The lowly Hawks are just 1-6 at home but 3-4 ATS and will get the money here. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-24-17 | Iowa v. Nebraska +4 | Top | 56-14 | Loss | -105 | 17 h 43 m | Show |
Iowa at Nebraska 4:00 ET Cornhuskers (+)**** over Hawkeyes- Is this the same Iowa team that put up 55 points and 487 yards against Ohio State...of course it's not! The Hawkeyes had scored under 20 points in four of their five Big Ten games before the Buckeyes and have scored just 14 and 15 in their last two. That's good news for the Cornhuskers defense which gave up 609 yards to Penn State last week. Both these clubs are 3-5 in conference play and Iowa has had their moment. Finally, Mike Riley Nebraska head coach is 21-7-1 ATS after consecutive losses and 13-1 ATS as a dog. (Take ML). Take NEBRASKA! |
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11-24-17 | Missouri v. Arkansas +10.5 | 48-45 | Win | 100 | 15 h 17 m | Show | |
Missouri at Arkansas 2:30 ET Razorbacks (+)*** over Tigers- I have had some problems with this Missouri team winnings and losing ATS but I have don't very well with the Razorbacks both on and against them including last weeks winner (+14) over Mississippi State. Bret Bielema longs for the days when Wisconsin was a shoe in for bowl action year after year and may be seeking employment soon as the boosters can only complain about their 1-5-1 ATS record at home and 4-7 overall. But, the home team is 5-0 ATS in this series and the 'Backs give Bret a fond farewell. Take ARKANSAS! |
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11-24-17 | Navy v. Houston -4.5 | Top | 14-24 | Win | 100 | 23 h 0 m | Show |
Navy at Houston 9:00 ET Cougars (-)*** over Midshipmen- I can't help this one and I always hate playing against the Navy (it's a WWII Dad thing). The Midshipmen who are undergoing trials at Annapolis daily are off a huge effort at Notre Dame (cover) and have the Army up next. Even for these guys who are trained to remained focused they have to be thinking about the Cadets as they have revenge on their mind after last season's loss to West Point. Take HOUSTON! |
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11-23-17 | Giants +7.5 v. Redskins | Top | 10-20 | Loss | -105 | 25 h 6 m | Show |
New York Giants at Washington 8:30 ET Giants (+) over Redskins- Washington dropped their second straight after blowing a 15-point lead with under 4-minutes to play in the Super Dome in New Orleans on Sunday. The heart break of the realization that they are now 4-6 instead of 5-5 and it will take two weeks to get even again. The Giants were 'our' Major Shocker' winner over KC and have regrouped after two months of awful football. The Redskins defense has fallen to 31st and with Eli Manning posting a 17-8 record as a starter against Washington while Kirk Cousins in 2-4 against the Giants. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-23-17 | Ole Miss v. Mississippi State -14.5 | 31-28 | Loss | -110 | 24 h 57 m | Show | |
Mississippi at Mississippi State 7:30 ET Bulldogs (-) over Rebels- This is the final game for Mississippi (5-6) even if they win the Egg Bowl here they are not eligible for a bowl game due to an NCAA investigation that led to the firing of former coach Hugh Freeze. The Bulldogs are led by Nick Fitzgerald who accounted for 367 yards running and passing in last season 55-20 win over the Rebels. Mississippi doesn't have anyone that can meet those numbers. Take MISSISSIPPI STATE! |
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11-23-17 | Chargers v. Cowboys +2.5 | 28-6 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 9 m | Show | |
L.A. Chargers at Dallas 4:40 ET Chargers over Cowboys- OMG...what am I doing? Last week I lost against Los Angeles and lost on Dallas which way do I turn now?. To me, Last Sunday Night, was 'the' game I expected Dallas to come-to-play and for the first-half they did. But, the thing that everyone said would happen, did happen, the Cowboys reserves could not sustain their adrenalin the entire game. Now, the Chargers beat-up a rookie quarterback last week and really had no competition against the Bills and improved their Wild Card chances. With the 'line' moving toward the Chargers is an over-reaction. L.A. Has been competitive everywhere and can win here but they won't. Take DALLAS! |
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11-23-17 | Vikings v. Lions +3 | 30-23 | Loss | -105 | 17 h 15 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Detroit 12:30 ET Lions (+) over Vikings- Minnesota come rolling into Detroit on a six game winning streak and a two-game lead over the Lions who are on a three-game winning streak of their own. The Vikings are looking to atone for the 14-7 home loss to Detroit on October 1 as the road team is 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings, but, more importantly the underdog is 9-3-1 in the last 13 encounters. Add that after a nine-game Thanksgiving losing streak the Lions have won their last four as hosts. Wishbone answers the Lions roar. Take DETROIT! |
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11-22-17 | Bucks v. Suns +6 | 113-107 | Push | 0 | 10 h 8 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (+) over Bucks- There are a number of really bad teams in the NBA and the Phoenix Suns are one of them. Even though they are 7-11 on the season the Suns aside from Devin Booker have very little scoring power. Eric Bledsoe will return to the place he tweeted “I Don't wanna be here' after the Suns opening loss and he was traded to Milwaukee after being held out of nine games. Well, after three games Phoenix fired Earl Watson and they are 7-8 since. With the addition of center Greg Monroe acquired in the Bledsoe deal Phoenix has added front court strength. Take the SUNS! |
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11-22-17 | Raptors v. Knicks +4 | 100-108 | Win | 100 | 9 h 45 m | Show | |
Toronto at New York 7:30 ET Knicks (+) over Raptors- Is there really 'revenge' games played in the NBA? If so the New York Knicks should be a 'play' here as they suffered their worst defeat of the young season at Toronto 104-87 when the usually good shooting Knicks shot just 33% from the floor. To add to their motivation the Knicks have dropped eight straight to the Raptors but this is a different New York club without Carmelo Anthony playing 'I'm for ME' basketball. Take the KNICKS! |
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11-22-17 | Celtics v. Heat +3.5 | Top | 98-104 | Win | 100 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
Boston at Miami 7:35 ET Heat (+) over Celtics- The Boston Celtics are on a record run after dropping their first two games to start the season and have reeled off 16 straight wins going a phenomenal 15-2-1 ATS. So strong are the Celtics that they are even 9-1 both straight-up and ATS on the road while Miami has yet to 'cover' at home. Boston has won eight straight in this series but the last three wins have come by and average of four points. Although the Heat are 3-5 straight-up at home they are 0-7-1 ATS. Look for the Heat's Goran Dragic to break out of his mini shooting slump and for Miami to end Boston's streak. Take the HEAT! |
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11-21-17 | Bulls +6 v. Lakers | Top | 94-103 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 22 m | Show |
Chicago at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Bulls (+) over Lakers- It is interesting that the Lakers can be such a strong favorite against anyone even a bottom feeder like the Bulls. Chicago is 3-11 over all and are just 1-7 on the road but the points have helped as they are 4-4 ATS. These two clubs split four games last season but both clubs have gone through major changes with Chicago getting the worst of it. 'We' used Los Angeles as a Best Bet winner Sunday over Denver 127-109 and have problem playing against them here. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-20-17 | North Carolina v. Stanford +7 | 96-72 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 58 m | Show | |
North Carolina at Stanford 11:30 ET Cardinal (+) over Tar Heels- North Carolina the defending National Champions are 2-0 but some how ranked No. 9 as they travel to the West Coast for a four game swing. The Tar Heels have won all 10 previous meetings between the two and has won nine straight games against the PAC-12 while Stanford was 0-8 straight-up against ranked opponents last season. The Cardinal have four different players in double-figures and Maples Pavillon will be sold out for the first time in over three years. Carolina is just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 road games. Take STANFORD! |
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11-20-17 | Falcons v. Seahawks +1 | 34-31 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 49 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Seattle 8:30 ET Seahawks over Falcons- Injuries are playing a major part of this match-up as both clubs have key players that will be sidelined in this pivotal NFC matchup. Atlanta will be without start running back Devonta (really) Freeman who suffered a concussion against Dallas last week while Seattle's defense will be without Richard Sherman and Kam Chancellor with Earl Thomas expected back after missing two games. The Hawks will have Eddie Lacy returning but at this stage is that a plus or minus if you can't get him away from the buffet table. Surprising enough it is Atlanta defense that is top in overall defense at allowing just 311 yards per game. This line is telling is moving too fast toward Atlanta. Take SEATTLE! |
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11-20-17 | Thunder v. Pelicans +3 | 107-114 | Win | 100 | 9 h 47 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at New Orleans 8:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Thunder- Hard to believe that Oklahoma City is just 7-8 on the season with the addition of superstars (?) Carmelo Anthony and Paul George. Sometimes 'less is more' as anything with 'Melo' on it reverts to the 'Stop-and shoot' offense where whoever has the ball shoots it. The Thunder are last in the NBA in passes made and until they learn to share the ball they will not be a legitimate contender. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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11-20-17 | Cavs v. Pistons +2 | Top | 116-88 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 53 m | Show |
Cleveland at Detroit 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Cavaliers- The LeBron James led Cavaliers have won four straight and three straight on the road are now 9-7 on the season and will be in Detroit up against the Pistons who has won nine of their last 12. Cleveland who is using Dwyane Wade more and more off the bench will be without guard Iman Shumpert has joined Derrick Rose on the injured list. Note that all of the Cavaliers wins during this mini 4-game streak have come against sub .500 teams. Take DETROIT! |
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11-20-17 | Pacers v. Magic -3.5 | 105-97 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 50 m | Show | |
Indiana at Orlando 7:00 ET |
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11-19-17 | Nuggets v. Lakers +5.5 | Top | 109-127 | Win | 100 | 8 h 30 m | Show |
Denver at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Lakers (+) over Nuggets- Don't think for a minute that I believe that Lonzo Ball will every but anything more then a 'Rich man's Rickie Rubio. He has great vision and can grab you an occasional rebound but offensively he is a liability and player you don't even have to guard and his defense is weak. Luke Walton has seen enough to remove Ball from any competitive contest in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles has dropped their last two both at home but I expect them to rebound here and get the money. Tale the LAKERS! |
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11-19-17 | Eagles v. Cowboys +6 | Top | 37-9 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 43 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Dallas 8:30 ET Cowboys (+) over Eagles- Well, Jerry Jones gambled and Dallas lost. Zeke Elliot will miss the next five games as his six-game suspension was finally enforced. Last week's game a 27-7 loss to Atlanta was the Cowboys in their first game without Ezekiel Elliot was a disaster as we predicted and that isn't when I expect out of them the rest of the way. I understand Philadelphia is the best team in the NFL (8-1) and have won seven straight including six straight covers and are coming off a bye week but the rolls are so reversed here as the Eagles are favored in the heart of Texas. Dallas isn't as bad as they looked and will get 'professional' here. Take the COWBOYS! |
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11-19-17 | Patriots v. Raiders +8.5 | 33-8 | Loss | -130 | 23 h 41 m | Show | |
New England vs. Oakland 4:25 ET Raiders (+) over Patriots- In believe that I need not remind you that this game is being played in Mexico City, Mexico. So, now that's done, I should note that New England did not return home after their 41-16 stomping of the Broncos in Denver but stayed in the 'high altitude' Colorado to become adjusted to the 'thin' air that they will face Sunday. History is not on the Raiders side as the Patriots are 4-0 in their four meetings the last 12 years. At 4-5 this is a huge game for Oakland whose season started with such promise. New England is 4-0 on the road (if this even qualifies) and 3-1 ATS. This should come down to a final possession. I like OAKLAND! |
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11-19-17 | Bills +6.5 v. Chargers | 24-54 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 2 m | Show | |
Buffalo at Los Angels Chargers 4:05 ET Bills (+) over Chargers- So, the talk about the sports show circuit is how can the Bills make a change a quarterback at this time of the season with Buffalo 5-4 and in the playoffs if the season was to end right now. Now, just taking Tyrod Taylor out of the action but replacing him with a rookie that will be making his first start. The Chargers have proven to be a money maker a least for me this season but for the most part that was when they were under dogs...Roll reversal watch for Bills rebound from Saints pounding. Take BUFFALO! |
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11-19-17 | Lions v. Bears +3 | Top | 27-24 | Push | 0 | 19 h 19 m | Show |
Detroit at Chicago 1:00 ET Bears (+) over Lions- If ever a bigger group of 'paper lions' every existed anywhere it is here. Detroit enters the Windy City having won their last two and knowing that they have defeated the Bears seven of the last eight meetings in this series but are only 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings. Chicago has dropped their last two and no doubt has trouble on offense with rookie Mitch Trubiskey the Bears have scored 20 or more points just twice in nine games. Still, Stafford will give you a chance as he has 17 interceptions to go with his 22 TD passes. Ground control and defense. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-19-17 | Chiefs v. Giants +11 | 9-12 | Win | 100 | 19 h 1 m | Show | |
Kansas City at New York Giants 1:00 ET Giants (+) over Chiefs- Ha, try and make something up for this one. Let's see...The Chiefs are #5 in total offense and Andy Reid is 16-2 off a bye week or that they are 7-1 ATS after an ATS loss. Okay, let me think their must be more, oh yeah, the Giants, 1-8 straight-up and one of the most embarrassing displays of football this season no hustle no fight no pride without question the worst Giants team in my lifetime. New York when from being one of the top defensive team last season to #31 out of 32. New York is 0-4 both straight-up and ATS at home and that ends here. Somehow..its the GIANTS! |
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11-18-17 | Missouri v. Vanderbilt +9.5 | 45-17 | Loss | -115 | 23 h 22 m | Show | |
Missouri at Vanderbilt 7:30 ET Commodores (+) over Tigers- The Commodores opened the season with three straight wins including a 14-7 win over Kansas State but have dropped their last six of their last seven and are winless (0-6) in the SEC. Missouri started poorly losing five straight after a Division-II win over Missouri State 72-43, but have rebounded four four straight wins and six straight 'covers' averaging 53.8 points in their four wins. Vanderbilt has held opponents passing yardage under 200 per contest and that will keep this one close enough to get the money. Take VANDERBILT! |
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11-18-17 | UCLA +16 v. USC | 23-28 | Win | 100 | 23 h 15 m | Show | |
U.C.L.A. at Southern California 8:00 ET Bruins (+) over Trojans- What is going on with this UCLA team? They open the season with a huge comeback win over Texas A&M but have been one of the worst 'takes' this season going 1-6 ATS in seven straight before last weeks win over Arizona State. I don't know about anybody else but I believe Southern California is vastly over-rated and their 3-7 record ATS backs that up. If San Darnold is the first quarterback picked in the NFL Draft it will be because no other QB's are in the draft. UCLA is averaging 6.5 yards per play but are a horrid 0-5 both straight-up and ATS on the road this season. This time they get the money. Take UCLA! |
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11-18-17 | Celtics v. Hawks +7 | Top | 110-99 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 28 m | Show |
Boston at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Celtics- Boston should be feeling really good about themselves after their comeback win over Golden State to extend their winning streak to 14 games. Some might think that the Celtics got the benefit of 'home court' officiating as they attempted 18 more free throws then the Warriors in their Thursday's 92-88 victory. Oh, well that's been the storyline forever in the NBA. This version of the Hawks has shown little to brag about as they are 3-12 on the season but they won their first home game 126-80 over Sacramento which was the largest margin of victory in franchise history. The Celtics should be a little flat here as the Hawks soar. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-18-17 | Texas A&M v. Ole Miss +1.5 | 31-24 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 27 m | Show | |
Texas A&M at Mississippi 7:00 ET Rebels over Aggies- Texas A&M quarterback Nick Starkel broke his ankle in the season opener against UCLA and has returned in record setting fashion throwing for 416 yards and four touchdowns last week against New Mexico. But, Mississippi has some quarterback number of their own as Jordan Ta'amu totaled five touchdowns and 431 yards and has scored on 95% of his Red Zone possessions. The Rebels are 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. Take MISSISSIPPI! |
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11-18-17 | Princeton +4 v. St. Joe's | Top | 58-71 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 46 m | Show |
Princeton at St. Josephs 7:00 ET Tigers (+) over Hawks- My first impression without know who plays for who is that the Atlanta-10 should be favored over and Ivy League school. Now, St. Joes' is 1-1 after opening with a loss against Toledo and then defeating powerhouse Illinois-Chicago on the road. Now, the return home for their 'home opener and host Ivy power Princeton. The Tigers are 0-2 both straight-up and ATS losing to at Butler and at home as a beaten favorite against Brigham Young. It's a matter of numbers especially early in the season. The Hawks are way to small a favorite to be taken seriously here. The Tigers roar off with their first win. The difference in competition played is huge. Take PRINCETON! |
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11-18-17 | Georgia Tech v. Duke +7 | 20-43 | Win | 100 | 19 h 2 m | Show | |
Georgia Tech at Duke 3:30 ET Blue Devils (+) over Yellow Jackets- I feel very comfortable coming against the Engineers here as 'we' used them in as one of our 'Early-Bird' winners over Virginia Tech and I expect a small letdown here on the road. Georgia Tech needs to win one of their last two final games to become bowl eligible and they have Georgia on deck and will be under pressure on the road where they are 0-3 straight-up. Duke needs to win their final two after bowing to Army 21-17 their sixth straight loss. The Blue Devils will do it on defense allowing just 333 yards per game and will be able to slow down the Yellow Jackets enough to at least 'cover.' Take DUKE! |
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11-18-17 | Mississippi State v. Arkansas +13 | 28-21 | Win | 100 | 20 h 12 m | Show | |
Mississippi State at Arkansas 12:00 ET Razorbacks (+) over Bulldogs- Mississippi State (+14) was in their battle of the season last week winning for 'us' as a Power Play Best Bet winner against Alabama 24-31, and they left their heart and game on the field. It is difficult for me to comprehend just how bad the Razorbacks (4-6) are and how far they have fallen under head coach Bret Bielema going just 11-27 in SEC games. Arkansas will start Austin Allen at quarterback following Cole Kelley's suspension. The Bulldogs have arch-rival Mississippi on deck and that is now their priority as they get caught looking ahead. Take ARKANSAS! |
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11-18-17 | TCU v. Texas Tech +6 | 27-3 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 5 m | Show | |
Texas Christian at Texas Tech 12:00 ET Red Raiders (+) over Horned Frogs- We all know that on any given day TCU will just shut down and run over Texas Tech as the Red Raiders don't play any kind of defense and the Horned Frogs should dominate play. The Horned Frogs understand that their playoff dream has ended off their 38-20 Oklahoma beating. So shook up is TCU head coach Gary Patterson that he is making a change at quarterback. Frogs will be 'down' this week and Red Raiders averaging 38 points at home will possibly pull off the outright upset. Take TEXAS TECH! |
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11-18-17 | Texas +3.5 v. West Virginia | 28-14 | Win | 100 | 20 h 8 m | Show | |
Texas at West Virginia 12:00 ET Longhorns (+) over Mountaineers- The 'numbers' just don't add up. I mean here is West Virginia 7-3 on the season 4-1 at home both straight-up and ATS hosting a 5-5 Texas team. Now, if you consider the 'home' field advantage to be at least 4-points in college football the Vegas oddsmakers would have this game a pick-em at a neutral site. The Mountaineers average 44 points per game at home while the Longhorns average just 21.5 on the road, and yet W. VA is only favored by little more then a field goal. This doesn't seem right...take TEXAS! |
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11-17-17 | UNLV +2.5 v. New Mexico | 38-35 | Win | 100 | 25 h 5 m | Show | |
U.N.L.V at New Mexico 9:30 ET Rebels (+) over Lobos- Hard to believe that the last win New Mexico posted was in September when we had them over Air Force a 56-38 win. Since that victory it has been 0-5 both straight-up and ATS and now they are a small home favorite over inconsistent UNLV. The Rebels have lost outright as a 45-point favorite and defeated Fresno State as a 22-point underdog. I do know that UNLV has three players that will be playing on Sunday's before their careers are done while New Mexico can muster just 135 per game passing while averaging only 20.3 points per contest while surrendering 31 a game. Take UNLV! |
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11-17-17 | Wolves v. Mavs +7 | 111-87 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 6 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Timberwolves- It is always difficult to rationalize taking Dallas (2-13) the NBA's worst team when posting a winner. The Mavericks are just 1-7 st home and have lost their last three and are actually an atrocious 4-11 ATS. Minnesota has already posted a 112-99 win over the Mavericks November 4th as Karl-Anthony Towns had 31 points and 12 rebounds. Although Minnesota is 5-1 straight-up on the road they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five trips to Dallas. Take the MAVERICKS! |
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11-17-17 | Heat +5.5 v. Wizards | Top | 91-88 | Win | 100 | 8 h 52 m | Show |
Miami at Washington 7:00 ET Heat (+) over Wizards- This is the second of back-to-back meetings as the Wizards were able to win 102-93 in Miami on Wednesday. Washington's back court duo of John Wall and Bradley Beal took command against the Heat scoring 53 points as they outscored the South Beach Boys by 16 points at the free throw line. This time around the Heat will go inside to Hassan Whiteside who is averaging 16.3 points and 15.8 rebounds since returning to the lineup. Miami won both contests in Washington last year and they are 22-8-1 ATS in their last 31 trips to D.C. Take MIAMI! |
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11-17-17 | Pistons v. Pacers +1 | 100-107 | Win | 102 | 8 h 49 m | Show | |
Detroit at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers over Pistons- After starting the past two seasons in horrid fashion Detroit has joined (at least for now) respectability as they won five straight raising their record to 10-3 before their road loss at Milwaukee Wednesday. At the sane time the Pacers lost five straight before their win over the Grizzlies at Memphis. The Pistons already posted a home win over Indiana 114-97 two weeks ago and now turn-about is expected. The Pacers have won and 'covered' five straight meetings as hosts and get it done tonight. Take INDIANA! |