12-04-17 |
Florida State v. Florida -10 |
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83-66 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 27 m |
Show
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This might seem like a big number because this is a rivalry game but Florida is just so much better. I got lucky going against this team last time out against Duke as they blew a big double digit lead against them. Florida to me is the third best team in the country behind Duke and Mich St. Florida St hardest game so far was @Rutgers and they were lucky to escape there with a win
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12-04-17 |
Nuggets v. Mavs -2.5 |
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105-122 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 22 m |
Show
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Really like the Mavs here tonight laying a short number here against the Nuggets. Denver is being over valued here given the fact they have won their last two games, but those were against the Bulls and Lakers. The Nuggets will be without Jokic and Milsap tonight. I also don't think there will be any motivation from the Nuggets.
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12-04-17 |
Warriors v. Pelicans +9.5 |
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125-115 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 59 m |
Show
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Like the spot here for the Pelicans who are catching the Warriors at the right time. Warriors covered last night in a blowout win over Miami. Now on a back to back here I like the Pelicans to keep it within double digits. The Pelicans only lost by 8 the first time around at home and should have no problem keeping it closer given that better situation this time around
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12-04-17 |
Magic v. Hornets -7.5 |
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94-104 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 11 m |
Show
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I like this spot here for the Hornets as they seem to be a team that plays really good at home and really bad on the road. They have now lost 4 straight games, but 3 of those were on the road. The Magic got their road win yesterday beating an injured Knicks team. I like the Hornets in a blowout here tonight.
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12-04-17 |
Wisconsin v. Penn State -5 |
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64-63 |
Loss |
-118 |
8 h 37 m |
Show
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I think odds makers have been slow to adjust here on Wisconsin. They clearly aren't the same team we are use to seeing. They were just blown out on their home floor against a average Ohio St team. This young Penn St team had an impressive win on the road @ Iowa.
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12-02-17 |
Penn State v. Iowa +2 |
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77-73 |
Loss |
-105 |
7 h 38 m |
Show
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I do think this is an actual must win game for Iowa here today. They have had some struggles to start and really need something to change. Coming off a blowout loss against Virginia Tech should light a fire under them. I do like Penn St, but I need to see more from them especially on the road. With a young a team I always look to back them at home instead of the road.
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12-02-17 |
Providence v. Rhode Island -3.5 |
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68-75 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 15 m |
Show
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I like Rhode Island here to get the job done today. They really haven't missed a beat with Matthews being out. They have two losses one to Virginia who looks very good and the other @ Nevada is actually a lot better than what people think. Providence I just need to see more from and another case with a first true road game test
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12-02-17 |
Virginia Tech v. Ole Miss +2.5 |
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83-80 |
Loss |
-110 |
3 h 19 m |
Show
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The price is right here now for Ole Miss. Clearly odds makers have adjusted the line now since Ole Miss has only covered one game this season. This will be Virginia Tech's first true road game of the season and I think they are in trouble.
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12-01-17 |
Purdue v. Maryland +3 |
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80-75 |
Loss |
-115 |
4 h 47 m |
Show
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Always like these angles here playing against a ranked team on the road laying points. In college basketball you see it every year when the upsets happen. I think Purdue is being a little over valued here with their recent home win over Louisville. Maryland has plenty of good guards that match up well
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11-30-17 |
Texas Tech v. Seton Hall -2 |
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79-89 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 50 m |
Show
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I like Seton Hall here in a neutral court match up, but this game is in New York not to far from Seton Hall and they are use to playing here. Also I think odds makers are giving Tech a lot of credit because of their blowout win over Northwestern. The Wildcats shot 26% in that game so I'm not buying much into that. Other than that Tech has played no one. Seton Hall does have one loss to a very good Rhode Island team by just one point.
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11-29-17 |
Miami-FL v. Minnesota -5 |
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86-81 |
Loss |
-104 |
11 h 17 m |
Show
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This is one of those that looks to good too be true here. Minnesota has more than passed the eye test to me so far in this early season. I wonder if people are making a big deal that Bama with 3 players out scored Minnesota to make it a ball game. I view that as the Minnesota players lost interest playing 3 on 5 and just went through the motions to get the win. Miami hasn't played anyone and I mean anyone as they have only had one game with a line in their first 5.
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11-29-17 |
Wolves v. Pelicans -5.5 |
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120-102 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 16 m |
Show
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This T Wolves team might be one of the most over hyper teams coming into an NBA season with nothing to show for. They don't to play any defense at all. Last night they couldn't handle the Wizards who were without their best player in Wall. The T Wolves only two recent wins are against the Magic and Suns. Pelicans have won 3 of their last 4 with their only loss being against the Warriors. They are also coming off 3 days rest and will be motivated for revenge after already losing at home to the T Wolves
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11-29-17 |
Michigan v. North Carolina -9 |
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71-86 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 35 m |
Show
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Maybe I'm just way off here on my assessment on these two teams. Michigan has lost a ton and I think they are getting some respect because they have covered 3 straight and UNC was just beat pretty handily by Michigan St. Michigan lost to LSU, yes LSU who is going to be the worst school in the SEC this year. They covered against VCU who is very down this year as well. I think this is a route surprised it actually dropped some
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11-29-17 |
Clemson v. Ohio State -3.5 |
|
79-65 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 21 m |
Show
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Ohio St is worth a look here at a short price on their home court. Clemson quite frankly hasn't played anyone so far and while both teams will miss the tournament and finish in the bottom half of their conferences the Buckeyes have been tested so far. They lost to Gonzaga, came back to beat Stanford and then lost in OT to Butler but they controlled that game. I think that loss will serve as fire for a bounce back here
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11-29-17 |
Suns +11.5 v. Pistons |
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107-131 |
Loss |
-115 |
9 h 22 m |
Show
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The Suns played last night and came away with a win against the Bulls. Yes, I know it's the Bulls but we are seeing a crazy inflated line. The Pistons are their biggest favorite role not only of this season, but maybe even all of last year as well. They are coming off two big road wins over the Thunder and Celtics. I don't think they will have the same energy here against the Suns. I actually think the Kings are the worst team in the league and the Pistons were only favored by 9 over them
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11-28-17 |
Illinois v. Wake Forest -2.5 |
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73-80 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 28 m |
Show
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I'm going with Wake Forest here and their experience over the newly looked Illinois team. Wake has a nice back court with Crawford and Wilbekin. I know Wake is off to a slow start and think the betting public will back off them because of their record. They have lost 3 games by 5 points or less so clearly it could have gone the other way. Illnois is a young team and yes they haven't lost, but they have played no one and every game has been at home
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11-28-17 |
Louisville +7.5 v. Purdue |
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57-66 |
Loss |
-102 |
10 h 23 m |
Show
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This is probably the trendy dog for the day but I will bite here. I'm just not sure how good or bad Purdue is. They lost to Tennessee and Western Kentucky before drumming Arizona, but we know how bad Arizona is. This Louisville team by a lot of people were picked to finish 2nd in the ACC behind Duke and we all know how good they look. I will take all the points I can get
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11-28-17 |
Baylor v. Xavier -4.5 |
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63-76 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 41 m |
Show
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I'm going to lay the points here with Xaiver. This team ion offense is really efficient as they have shot over 50% in every game so far. Their recent game I was against them as Arizona St beat them, but the Sun Devils are now ranked and they look like a legit team going forward. Both teams have played Wisconsin, but Xavier went on the road and handled them pretty easily. I think Xavier is a bad match up here for Baylor
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11-27-17 |
Cavs v. 76ers -1.5 |
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113-91 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 36 m |
Show
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I will take the Sixers here as this team continues to be under valued by the books because they were so bad for so long. They sit at 11-7 on the season as they have covered a crazy 13 of their lat 15. They have won 3 straight and 5 of 6 and are 7-1 ATS at home. I will take the Sixers here
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11-26-17 |
Duke -1.5 v. Florida |
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87-84 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 18 m |
Show
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Seems like a sucker play here but to me Duke is the best team in college right now. They have size everywhere in their lineup and freshman Marvin Bagley is already emerging as a super star. I did have a winner on Florida the other night but Gonzaga is down this year. Florida will by ar need their best game if they want a chance
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11-26-17 |
Texas A&M v. USC -2 |
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75-59 |
Loss |
-115 |
11 h 16 m |
Show
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If you have followed this season you know I am high on this Aggies team. I just think now is the time to sell. As impressive as they have been and what I think of this team a true road test here is a tough task. USC is a very talented team as well that does match up with Aggies. USC hands them their first loss
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11-26-17 |
Arkansas -5.5 v. Connecticut |
|
102-67 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 49 m |
Show
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Arkansas seems like they are vastly improved this season. Their opening win of this tournament agaisnt Oklahoma was impressive in my eyes. Now I know they were blown out against North Carolina but they were only 4 point dogs. UNC shot 50% while Arkansas shot under 40%. UConn is down this season I'm not a fan of Oregon this season so their opening win doesn't impress me as it might others.
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11-26-17 |
Oklahoma -2.5 v. Oregon |
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90-80 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 23 m |
Show
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I think Oregon has benefited here in this tournament playing 2 of the worst teams outside of the Portland schools. Oregon played a bad UConn team and lost by 8 then played a bad DePaul team and beat them but failed to cover. I trust Oklahoma a lot more as they have more talent.
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11-24-17 |
Florida -1.5 v. Gonzaga |
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111-105 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 57 m |
Show
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Both teams are coming off blowout wins, but I think the Gators was more impressive. Stanford shot over 50% from the field and yet Florida was still able to win by double digits. That is a sign of a good team IMO. I also think Gonzaga played a lot weaker opponent in Ohio St and the Buckeyes simply couldn't hit anything shooting under 40% for the game.
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11-24-17 |
Duke -7 v. Texas |
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85-78 |
Push |
0 |
6 h 27 m |
Show
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No choice but to roll with Duke here after watching Texas play yesterday. Duke was down at half yes, but they were rolling through the motions playing Portland St and wound up winning by 18. Texas beat Butler but wow I thought Butler would look better and they just aren't a quality team this year. Texas has a lot of hype this year but has yet to play the big boys.
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11-24-17 |
Xavier v. Arizona State +7.5 |
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86-102 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 9 m |
Show
|
I had Arizona St yesterday as I said the wrong team was favored. ASU really controlled most of that game and was very impressed with them. Hurley finally has the guys he wants to build a team. They have a quality inside game as well now which they had been missing for years. I do like Xavier also I just think they are getting a lot of love since they are a ranked team and have covered every game this season.
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11-24-17 |
Blazers -4.5 v. Nets |
|
127-125 |
Loss |
-108 |
2 h 34 m |
Show
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I think this is a good spot to back Portland here as they were blown out against the Sixers last game. I just dont think the Nets will bring the same intensity here as they have the past two games coming off games against the Warriors and Cavs.
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11-23-17 |
SMU v. Arizona -7 |
|
66-60 |
Loss |
-105 |
11 h 38 m |
Show
|
I was against SMU last night taking UNI plus 8 and they won out right. This SMU team is really down compared to the past and if you watched last nights game you would have seen that. I think Coach Miller rallies his guys here in a big effort after losing as a double digit favorite to NC St.
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11-23-17 |
Kansas State v. Arizona State +3 |
|
90-92 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 55 m |
Show
|
I believe the wrong team is favored here. The Wildcats don't return nearly as much from last season and will have to rely on scoring from guys that weren't major contributors last year. ASU returns Holder their PG and he has been running the show well so far for the Sun Devils. I was very impressed with ASU blowout win over SDSU.
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11-23-17 |
Rhode Island v. Seton Hall -4 |
|
75-74 |
Loss |
-115 |
10 h 50 m |
Show
|
This one just seems so obvious here as I have this veteran Seton Hall team pegged as a big sleeper this season. The combination of Carrington and Delgado will be a lethal one two punch. Rhode Island is already down their best player who is hurt again in Matthews. This is played on a neutral court but I see the Pirates running away here
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11-22-17 |
Wichita State v. Notre Dame +3 |
|
66-67 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 41 m |
Show
|
I was on Notre Dame last night -8 against LSU in an easy winner. It's all about the eye test for me and they pass it easily right now. I think the wrong team is favored here. I know the Shockers have a lot back and are a talented team but the way they struggled against Cal who lead a majority of the game and will be a bad team worries me. They won and covered against Marquette which is making this line but that was more just poor shooting as Marquette missed a lot of open shots they normally knock down.
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11-22-17 |
SMU v. Northern Iowa +8 |
|
58-61 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 22 m |
Show
|
I just think this is way too many points here as SMU is getting a lot of respect based from last seasons results. Well now they only return 3 players and have to rely heavily on transfers. UNI has a veteran group here and mind you two years ago the kids that are seniors now made the sweet 16 as sophomores and were contributors then. They won't be afraid here of SMU as they have already been tested on the road playing North Carolina game 1. Wouldn't be surprised to see the upset
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11-22-17 |
Bucks v. Suns +6 |
|
113-107 |
Push |
0 |
11 h 29 m |
Show
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I like the Suns tonight here as they have won 2 straight and 3 of their last 5. I know they are beating world beaters, but for a young team confidence in a winning a few can go along ways.
The reason for this pick is simple for me. I think this young Suns team will want to stick it to Bledsoe here who returns after being traded. Immediately after he was gone the Suns played some good ball didn't always result in wins but they played better.
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11-22-17 |
Mavs +6 v. Grizzlies |
|
95-94 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 33 m |
Show
|
This will be the third meeting between these two teams as they played one of those back to back home and home. Both teams won on their home court but the Grizzlies were favored by 7.5 and that was a healthy Memphis team then. Well, now they are completely different with Conley out and the results show. They have lost 5 straight and 6 of 7. I want no part of this Memphis team for a while and also do you think they will be that motivated here against this Mavs team?
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11-22-17 |
Spurs v. Pelicans -1.5 |
|
90-107 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 33 m |
Show
|
I like the Pelicans here tonight against the Spurs. Spurs have really struggled on the road this season with a 1-5 ATS. They just have a big advantage here with Cousins and Davis and I think the Spurs record looks good because they have played some sub par competition as of late.
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11-22-17 |
Detroit v. St. Louis -11 |
|
72-70 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 54 m |
Show
|
This line seems to good to be true, but based on results have no choice but to take St Louis here. Detroit's two wins came against Michigan-Dearborn and Houston Baptist exactly not very impressive. They actually have a common opponent here as they both have played Virginia Tech. St Louis beat them as a 13 point underdog and Detroit lost to them by 32 as 18 point underdog. Like I said seems too easy but odds makers do struggle early in season with smaller schools
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11-22-17 |
Celtics v. Heat +3.5 |
|
98-104 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 36 m |
Show
|
First, we know everyone and I mean everyone will be all over the Celtics here. I just think tonight is the night they go down. The Heat actually match up with them a lot better than what people think. They also have had two days rest while I think the Celtics could have been caught in the lime lights of South Beach last night not really caring about this game. Boston already won at Miami earlier, but only by 6. Heat get the revenge
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11-22-17 |
Wizards v. Hornets -2 |
|
124-129 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 38 m |
Show
|
I have backed the Hornets their last two games as short home favorites and they have won both games by double digits. I think they take care of business here tonight facing a Wizards team that doesn't play much of defense at all. I think this Hornets team is better than their record indicates because they are now healthy. They will have a huge advantage in the paint here as well. I think the Hornets win another fairly easy one
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11-22-17 |
UL - Lafayette -3.5 v. Richmond |
|
82-76 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 5 m |
Show
|
I was against Lafayette yesterday in a win as they played a good Wyoming team. This is more of a play against Richmond as I think this team is flat out terrible. Now they are coming off a ugly loss against a very physical team in Cincy. Lafayette has way more talent. This shouldn't be a problem here
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11-22-17 |
Iowa -4.5 v. UAB |
Top |
95-85 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 13 m |
Show
|
We should see a pretty pissed off Iowa team here today as they will want one victory on in this tournament. This team is so much better than they have been playing right now. Yes, they are young and that is part of the reason for their struggles. UAB lost to Richmond who has looked just awful to start the season and we saw how Cincy destroyed them yesterday. UAB is also coming off a OT loss which is tough to recover from on consecutive days. Love the Hawkeyes here
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11-21-17 |
Notre Dame -8 v. LSU |
|
92-53 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 3 m |
Show
|
I think this is a super cheap price to back Notre Dame tonight. Yes, sure LSU beat Michigan, but they are clearly down this season as they struggled against some bad teams this season. LSU is picked by many to finish dead last in the SEC. Notre Dame is a legit contender behind Duke for the ACC. Give me the Irish
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11-21-17 |
Creighton v. Baylor -1.5 |
|
59-65 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 29 m |
Show
|
I think people will overreact and take Creighton here. Mind you I had both of these teams last night which were both winners. I watched both games closely and no surprise Baylor should be favored. They were well in control of that game and Wisconsin made a late run at them. The style of Creighton will not favor them here as they will run and gun but Baylor will dictate the pace and they have a huge advantage down low which will give them the rebounding edge as well.
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11-21-17 |
Penn State v. Texas A&M -5 |
|
87-98 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 23 m |
Show
|
I backed the Aggies yesterday in a easy win over Oklahoma St and will fire right back with them again today. I said yesterday this team to my eyes appears to be a top 10 if not better right out of the gates. Penn St does have some young talent but they are getting credit for beating a awful and could be the worst power five school in Pitt. Aggies cover again
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11-21-17 |
UAB v. Buffalo -2 |
|
91-96 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 41 m |
Show
|
UAB losing to Richmond opens my eyes big time. Richmond came into yesterday without a win and lost to two bad schools and were favored in both. They had no problem with UAB who was 3-0 which tells me UAB played dog crap for competition and they are awful we shall see if it holds true. Buffalo played a very competitive game against the tournament favorites in Cincinnati no choice but to play Buffalo here
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11-21-17 |
Oklahoma State -12 v. Pittsburgh |
|
73-67 |
Loss |
-128 |
4 h 44 m |
Show
|
Pitt to me is the worst power 5 school around and it's not even close. Oklahoma St I was against them last night and they were destroyed but will back them tonight as they should have no problem against Pitt. I'm going into much detail here but Pitt is flat out terrible
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11-21-17 |
UL - Lafayette v. Wyoming -3 |
|
61-70 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 35 m |
Show
|
I was more impressed yesterday with what Wyoming did and opposed to Lafayette. Lafayette faced a sluggish Iowa team that quite simply missed wide open shot after wide open shot in the first half. This is a Wyoming team that won the CBI last season and returns it's 3 key players from that run. It has carried over into this season.
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11-20-17 |
Baylor -1 v. Wisconsin |
|
70-65 |
Win
|
100 |
24 h 37 m |
Show
|
I'm not very high on this Wisconsin team this year after they did lose a lot from last season. Baylor did lose their best player in Motley, but will have the best player on the court here in Manu Lecomte. Baylor still has some big long lengthy guys that will cause havoc especially for the style the Badgers like to play
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11-20-17 |
Wolves v. Hornets -2 |
|
102-118 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 20 m |
Show
|
The Hornets broke out last night game and I back them then against the Clippers. I know the Clippers are nothing special, but they key when is struggling they just need to get one out of the way. The T Wolves will definitely be the public side here with all the names they have. However when it comes to the road they are one of the worst defensive teams in the league. I think what people are failing to realize with this Hornets team is that they are home team. They have a 5-2 home record and a 1-7 road record. Hornet get it done tonight
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11-20-17 |
Pacers v. Magic -3.5 |
|
105-97 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 1 m |
Show
|
It's almost an automatic play for me when a team gets blown out and I mean literally blown out at home their last game like the Magic did losing by 40. The Magic the first two weeks of the season were one of the biggest surprises and are primed for a nice bounce back win here before heading back on the road. Magic are 7-1 ATS L8 games following an ATS loss.
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11-20-17 |
Jazz +7 v. 76ers |
|
86-107 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 54 m |
Show
|
The Sixers are now being priced as a pretty serious team. Don't get me wrong, I really like this team going forward but laying 7 I just cant do especially with them coming off the Warriors who you know they gave everything to try and beat them. The Sixers now have caught everyone's attention so teams won't be taking them lightly like they have for years now. With the Jazz coming off a 40 point win @ Orlando maybe they found a little something and can carry that over even without Gorbert. Sixers are 1-5 ATS L6 home games vs team with a losing road record
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11-20-17 |
Texas A&M -6 v. Oklahoma State |
|
72-55 |
Win
|
100 |
21 h 5 m |
Show
|
I'm not a buyer on this Oklahoma St coming off 3 blowout wins on their home court. I know Carroll returns but now it may actually be a distraction as the others seemed to be playing well together. On the other hand I came away super impressed with Texas AM in their first game just throttling West Virginia. I might be over reacting but my eyes tells me that is a legit top 10 team. I think the Aggies make another statement in NYC
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11-20-17 |
Creighton -1.5 v. UCLA |
|
100-89 |
Win
|
100 |
21 h 43 m |
Show
|
Call me a sucker for this one but have no choice not to take Creighton here. I know they have a couple guys banged up from the Northwestern game but I was pretty impressed with that performance and was on the wrong side of them. We all know what is going on with UCLA right now and they are a mess. Creighton should handle business here as this is played in KC not very far from Omaha where Creighton is located
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11-20-17 |
UL - Lafayette v. Iowa -8 |
|
80-71 |
Loss |
-110 |
14 h 5 m |
Show
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I like this Hawkeye team this year even though they are young a lot of these guys played a ton of minutes last year. I think they will be undervalued this whole tournament actually. Their length and size will cause problems for Lafayette plus they can go 10 deep if they want. Lafayette's only test was one the road @ Ole Miss who was without their best player and they still gave up 94 and lost by 18. Iowa should handle them by double digits
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11-18-17 |
Clippers v. Hornets -4.5 |
|
87-102 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 22 m |
Show
|
I like the Hornets here tonight as both teams played last night in losing efforts. The Hornets lost to the Bulls which sets them up for a big bounce back here tonight. The Clippers also lost in a losing effort in OT to the Cavs. I think it will be harder for them to bounce back knowing that they gave everything last night.
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11-17-17 |
Pelicans v. Nuggets -4.5 |
|
114-146 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 16 m |
Show
|
The Nuggets are playing better than what people realize. They have now won 5 of their last 7 and 7 of their last 10. This is a short price to get them at home. The betting public will no doubt be on the Pelicans with Cousins and Davis
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11-17-17 |
Clippers v. Cavs -6 |
|
113-118 |
Loss |
-108 |
7 h 9 m |
Show
|
I have been fading the Clippers and the books havent adjusted enough. This team is a mess right now because of the injuries they are dealing with. The Cavs are starting to play better now winning 4 of 5 and 3 straight road games.
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11-17-17 |
Jazz v. Nets +1 |
|
107-118 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 50 m |
Show
|
The Jazz are a mess right now losing 6 of their last 7 games. The Jazz have yet to win a game on the road as well this season
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11-16-17 |
Xavier +3.5 v. Wisconsin |
|
80-70 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 37 m |
Show
|
I know the Badgers play very well at home but you just can't ignore how IMO how much better Xavier is all the way around. Badgers do return their best player in Happ, but lost 4 starters from a team that won 27 games last year.
Xavier is a legit team here to win the Big East over Villanova. They will have to two best players on the court here tonight in Macura and Bluiett these guys are both very good and will be looked at for the next level probably late first or early 2nd rounders. Many are forgetting this team made the Elite 8 last year and have a great chance to do so again with the veteran leaders they have back
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11-16-17 |
St. Louis +13.5 v. Virginia Tech |
|
77-71 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 14 m |
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This is just way too points for a middle of the road ACC team to be laying especially on a neutral court. The Hokies made the tournament last year, but are now without their two leading scorers. I know they have put up some monster numbers in their first two games, but against teams that just push the pace. St Louis is a team to take note of this year and the reason they won't get much love at the start here is because they had a bad season. Well, that was because they had so many transfers that had to sit out. Well now they can play and they will miss Henriquez no doubt tonight, but we are just asking them to cover the number here not win outright
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11-16-17 |
Southern Miss v. Michigan -22.5 |
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47-61 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 54 m |
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This game should get ugly in a hurry here as Michigan just has way to much talent compared to Southern Miss. This Southern Miss team is a mess as they only won 9 games last year and things don't look any promising going forward. Michigan wins this in a route
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11-15-17 |
Creighton v. Northwestern -4 |
Top |
92-88 |
Loss |
-120 |
10 h 4 m |
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Love Northwestern this season as they could be a a serious run in the Big 10. While they don't have the overall talent Michigan St does they have a ton of experience on this team. I also think they have one the underrated gyms to play in because it's very small and compacted. Creighton is due is for just an average year as they are going to rely on Foster so much. Well NW has the guards to shut him down in this matchup
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11-15-17 |
Spurs v. Wolves -5 |
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86-98 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 4 m |
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I like the T Wolves here tonight against the Spurs. The T Wolves will be looking for revenge here from a loss earlier this season @ the Spurs. They were actually favored in that game so figuring this is a home court and the Wolves are catching the Spurs on a back to back I think the price is too good. Spurs are just 1-4 ATS on the road this season. They come in winning 5 of 6 but they have beat teams like the Mavs Bulls and Suns, 3 of the worst teams in the league. T Wolves are starting to play a lot better winning 6 of their last 8 with one of those losses being @ Warriors.
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11-15-17 |
Raptors v. Pelicans -3 |
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125-116 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 58 m |
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Let's lay the short number here with the Pelicans tonight. New Orleans is starting to play a lot better ball winning 5 of their last 6 games. In fact their only loss during that run was against these Raptors. Revenge will definitely be on their mind here tonight. The Pelicans also catch the Raptors at the right time as well with Toronto coming off a big upset win @ the Rockets last night.
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11-15-17 |
Pistons v. Bucks -3.5 |
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95-99 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 42 m |
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The Pistons are the surprise team in the NBA so far this season with a 10-3 record. Detroit has won 5 straight and their first win during this stretch came against the Bucks. The Bucks have now won and covered 3 straight games. I think the acquisition of Bledsoe has helped them a lot on both sides of the ball. I still think the Bucks down the road are the better team this is a short price to grab them here.
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11-15-17 |
Cavs v. Hornets +2.5 |
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115-107 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 31 m |
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Let's take the Hornets here tonight as you can expect a huge effort from them coming off a rare 4 days off. They are also finally healthy with Batum returning here tonight. The Cavs were very lucky last game @ Knicks to have that come back win. I still think they have major issues. The Hornets have lost 4 straight but all 4 were on the road. They seem to be the classic home/away team as they are 4-1 @ home this season
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11-15-17 |
Ball State +16.5 v. Oklahoma |
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69-108 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 48 m |
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Let's go with Ball St here who might just be the best team in the MAC this season catching a ton of points tonight. They return their best player in Persons and he is probably the 2nd beast in the conference. This team won 21 games last year. I just can't back on Oklahoma team who won 11 games last season. Sure they probably will be better but laying this much is something I don't want any part of .
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11-15-17 |
Jazz v. Knicks -4 |
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101-106 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 38 m |
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Let's take the Knicks here at home tonight against the Jazz. Utah has been a disappointing team, but that shouldn't come as a surprise this season with the loss of Hayward in the off season. They are also without their key big man in Gorbert.
Utah is 0-4 on the road this season and come into this game losing 5 of their last 6. The Knicks are playing refreshed this season they have won 4 of their last 6 games and have covered 5 of those during that stretch.
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11-14-17 |
Kansas -4.5 v. Kentucky |
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65-61 |
Loss |
-109 |
11 h 60 m |
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Well Kentucky hasn't looked very good at all so far and shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone. They lost a ton and it takes a while with new kids to adapt. They barely beat Utah Valley St winning by 10 and only beat Vermont by 4. Kansas is very good this season even though they did lose Jackson. Malik Newman a transfer who sat out will have a huge impact this kid can flat out play. I think Graham really setps up and replaces Mason shoes. Jayhawks roll tonight
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11-14-17 |
San Diego State v. Arizona State +1 |
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68-90 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 45 m |
Show
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This is sneaky team to look out for in the Sun Devils. I think Hurley in his 3rd season now has the headaches off his team. They some outstanding shooters here that will be the difference with Holder and Evans returning along with Justice. They also landed a top 100 recruit in Lawrence. SDSU was a team that really came up short and not sure it will get any better here this year. I know they return some key guys, but this isn't the same SDSU team like we are use to seeing but they are being priced as so
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11-14-17 |
Celtics v. Nets +7.5 |
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109-102 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 27 m |
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So we have the hottest team in basketball right now in the Celtics winning 12 straight. This is jsut too much love here for me even though I do love this team. The Nets have had two days off and you know they have circled this game. Remind you they already beat the Cavs at home this year also. The Celtics have a huge look ahead game with the Warriors coming to town on Thursday. Too many points here
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11-14-17 |
Michigan State v. Duke -1.5 |
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81-88 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 11 m |
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This will be a great game to watch with just talent everywhere. I know Duke is always a public team and will probably be tonight, but what they have is just incredible. This might actually be Coach K's best recruiting class ever and that is saying something.
Spraty does have Miles Bridges who is a flat out player I just think Duke does have enough bodies to keep him honest and wear him down. Grayson Allen has been at Duke what seems like forever but he is a veteran and will have these young guys ready tonight.
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11-13-17 |
76ers +2 v. Clippers |
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109-105 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 17 m |
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This Clippers team clearly isn't the same. I have fading them several times on their recent skid and no way I back them here. They are still missing Beverly and Gallinari who are key starters and contributors. They are now down 3 starters. The Sixers should be pretty hungry here after dropping their first two road games of this trip. Clippers 0-5 SU and ATS L5 games.
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11-13-17 |
Lakers v. Suns -1.5 |
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100-93 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 15 m |
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All this talk about the Lakers with the Ball hype is getting them a little to much hype. This teams have the same amount of wins, but if you strictly just went by what you see on TV you would think the Suns are a lot worse. Suns here have the revenge angle after dropping the first game against LA by 2 points. That was also the Lakers only road win of the season. The Suns just had a nice upset win over the T Wolves and look for them to get one back on LA tonight.
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11-13-17 |
Grizzlies +4 v. Bucks |
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103-110 |
Loss |
-115 |
10 h 16 m |
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This line is just begging you to take the Bucks here. Let's look back the Bucks were just 6.5 point favorites over the Lakers who are clearly worse than the veteran Grizzlies team. Grizzlies are finishing a 5 game road trip where they look to have a winning record with a win here so you can expect great effort. This will also only be the 2nd game for the Grizzlies in 6 days so they are fresh here. This will be the Bucks 3rd game in 4 days and coming with wins over Spurs and Lakers it seems like a flat spot to me
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11-13-17 |
Western Michigan +10.5 v. South Carolina |
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60-78 |
Loss |
-103 |
8 h 8 m |
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Think South Carolina is getting way to much respect here in this game tonight. South Carolina has the epic run last season we are all familiar with, but they lost a ton on that team. They will be playing the best team in the MAC here tonight. Also, WMU will have the best player by far on the court in Wilder who is a legit NBA prospect. Too many points for a bottom feeder SEC against a mid major with a lot of upside
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11-13-17 |
Charlotte +14.5 v. Oklahoma State |
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65-83 |
Loss |
-110 |
7 h 43 m |
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This is a ton of points for the Cowboys to be laying here considering their two best players are out for this game being suspended in Carroll and Dillard. That won't go well for a Oklahoma St team who is projected to be one of if not the worst team in the Big 12. Charlotte has a nucleus back with their 3 best players returning. This game is going to be closer than what people think
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11-10-17 |
Heat v. Jazz -4 |
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84-74 |
Loss |
-105 |
12 h 4 m |
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I look for the Jazz to be hungry here. They have lost 3 straight now and were just upset by the Sixers who were without Embiid. The Jazz shot the worst they probably shoot all season last game and that was 30% yes 30% from the field. You never see that. Now with two days off to think about it I think we get a huge effort here.
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11-10-17 |
Clippers v. Thunder -6 |
Top |
111-120 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 8 m |
Show
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Sign me up for the Thunder tonight as they will be a very pissed off team dropping another game last night @ Denver. I think we see a max effort here. The Clippers are very banged up with Rivers being questionable, Beverly out, and Galanari out. This shouldn't be a problem at all for OKC to blow them out after losing 4 straight
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11-10-17 |
South Alabama v. Texas Tech -24 |
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50-75 |
Win
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100 |
13 h 34 m |
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Laying the big number here with Texas Tech and all their experience returning here. The ball didnt bounce their way last year losing a lot of close games. They should get off to a good start here vs South Alabama who many think will finish last in the Sun Belt and also lost their leading scorer from last year.
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11-10-17 |
Iowa State v. Missouri -4.5 |
Top |
59-74 |
Win
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100 |
25 h 19 m |
Show
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I love this Missouri Tigers team here against Iowa St. The Cyclones have been a great team the last couple years, but now they are in a big rebuilding stretch replacing 4 starters that contributed big time. Their returning leading scorer only averages 6 points per game from last year. They thrived on the 3 point shot and lost practically everyone who can knock them down consistently. Mizzou will be a team full of interest for several reason this year hiring Martin from Washington. Well he brought Michael Porter Jr with him to Mizzou also because his dad is the assistant. But this kid is the real deal and everyone will find out why. Mizzou lands a top 5 recruiting class. Add that to the fact Mizzou returns their 3 leading scorers. I think this team will be a handful .
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11-10-17 |
Ball State +6 v. Dayton |
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77-78 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 22 m |
Show
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Wrong team is favored here plain and simple. Dayton gets a lot respect because of their home court here but this team will be down this year in the always competitive A10. They won't be making the tournament or even getting close this year. Ball St on the other hand in the MAC has hopes of making the tournament and could easily be the best team in that conference. They return a lot of guys including their leading scorer and thats a positive with a team who won 21 games last year
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11-10-17 |
Alabama -6 v. Memphis |
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82-70 |
Win
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100 |
22 h 20 m |
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This is a discount here on Bama given and it's because they are on a neutral court. Bama won 10 conference games and 19 overall last year which left them on the bubble. I think they are much improved this season in Johnson's third season. They signed a top 10 overall player in Sexton and also got 2 time Bama Mr. Basketball in Petty. Both are guards who will contribute right away. Throw those two into the mix that they also return 4 starters to give them some quality depth. Memphis will be going the other way losing key transfers. The AAC 2nd leading scorer and his brother who was AAC fresh of the year both transfer to Kansas. They have a bunch of new faces everywhere only returning 2 starters.
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11-09-17 |
76ers v. Kings +6.5 |
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108-109 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 58 m |
Show
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I just can't back this young Sixers team here as I doubt they have much interest in this game considering they have a huge look ahead with the Warriors. Also the Kings might have just found something and will play with a lot of energy going against another young team here. Also I can't recall the last time the Sixers were favored on the road let alone laying this many points.
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11-09-17 |
Pelicans v. Raptors -5.5 |
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118-122 |
Loss |
-105 |
8 h 12 m |
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I think it's time to fade the Pelicans on this road trip. They have covered all 3 games so far but those were against the Bulls, Mavs and Pacers. I think they run into a buzz saw here tonight playing one of the top teams in the East. The betting public won't have anything to do with the Raptors here after they have failed to cover 3 of their last 4 games.
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11-07-17 |
Clippers v. Spurs -3.5 |
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107-120 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 37 m |
Show
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Let's take a look at the Spurs here as I think they are being undervalued since they have had a slow start to the season. Well the Clippers are being very overrated right now as they have only played one yes one true road game to start the season. Clippers are without Danillo their best outside shooter. I think Spurs get the job done tonight
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11-07-17 |
Pelicans v. Pacers -1 |
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117-112 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 56 m |
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I like the Pacers here at home tonight as I think the betting public will go with the Pelicans here since they have the big names. So the Pelicans have covered and won SU their last two road games but each were by one point and against the Bulls and Mavs two of the worst teams in the league. The Pacers are 3-1 this season at home so far. The fact they lost back to back games to the Knicks and Sixers is keeping this low, but both of those games were on the road. Myles Turner seems to be 100% now so I think Indiana gets it done tonight
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11-05-17 |
Grizzlies v. Lakers +1.5 |
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102-107 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 9 m |
Show
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11-05-17 |
Thunder v. Blazers +2.5 |
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99-103 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 39 m |
Show
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11-03-17 |
Celtics v. Thunder -6.5 |
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101-94 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 23 m |
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Mad I missed the good opener here, but still will take the Thunder. I have cashed in on Boston here during this winning streak, but let's face it they haven't been beating world beaters with the Spurs, Sixers, Kings Heat. With two days off prior to this game I think the Thunder are going to come out and make a statement win here tonight.
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11-03-17 |
Suns v. Knicks -3.5 |
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107-120 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 6 m |
Show
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The Suns have looked like a different team here since firing their coach and letting Bledsoe go. I just think given this spot after back to back road underdog wins I'm banking on them coming up short tonight against the Knicks who were just blown out by the Rockets. I dont think that was a great spot for New York there as the Rockets just dropped a game to the Sixers. Prior to that loss the Knicks did win 3 straight.
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11-03-17 |
Bucks v. Pistons -1.5 |
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96-105 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 39 m |
Show
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First game off the road trip for the Pistons and normally look to fade these teams, but they only played 3 road games out west won 2 of them beating the Clippers and Warriors. Now they have had two days of rest which helps as well. The Greek Freak is putting up all kinds of numbers right now, but this Bucks team just isn't playing very good right now. Their only win in their last 4 games is against the Hawks who have 1 win.
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11-02-17 |
Warriors -7 v. Spurs |
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112-92 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 27 m |
Show
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I think the Spurs are still being priced way too low given what we have seen from them so far. They look a below average team right now, but aren't being priced as one. When generally the bottom half teams play the Warriors and the Warriors have had two days rest they are easily favored by double digits. The fact the Spurs are still a household name keeps this lower than what it should be. My free pick was on the Warriors last game @ Clippers and they just destroyed them. I expect the same result tonight as Leonard and Parker are still out
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11-01-17 |
Blazers v. Jazz -3.5 |
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103-112 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 6 m |
Show
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The Jazz may not be the flashiest team in the league, but so far this season they get the job done at home with a 4-0 record so far. Portland right now despite their 4-3 record are really struggling on offense. They have failed to cover in 3 straight games and have shot under 40% their last 3 of 4. The Jazz are a very good defensive minded team I think Jazz protect their home court tonight
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11-01-17 |
Wolves v. Pelicans -1.5 |
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104-98 |
Loss |
-110 |
10 h 8 m |
Show
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I'm really not sold on this T Wolves team at all. When you look back at it they could easily have 0 wins on the season. They banked in a 3 against the Thunder at the buzzer, barely beat them the 2nd time around, survived OT last game and beat the Jazz in the final seconds. The Pelicans just lost to the Magic, but I won't hold that against them as they have been a very pleasant surprise to start the season.
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11-01-17 |
Bucks v. Hornets -3.5 |
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121-126 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 8 m |
Show
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I was way off last night on the Bucks as I thought they would show up against the Thunder. That didn't happen and I will be fading them here on a back to back. For me the Hornets are getting healthier even though Batum is still out. They have back to back impressive wins over the Grizzlies and red hot Magic. This is also their final home game before they hit the road for 5 of their next 6. I think we see a big effort here
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10-31-17 |
Pistons v. Lakers +4 |
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93-113 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 0 m |
Show
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Let's take the Lakers here as a live home underdog. First, the Pistons are in a very tough spot right now coming off back to back road underdog wins over the Clippers and Warriors. This is just a prime let down spot here for them. I also think the Lakers bounce back as they hung tough with the Raptors and then lost to the Jazz @ Utah which you can't blame them for either. Remind you this is clearly being inflated because the Pistons were just a PK at the Knicks the other week. I like the Lakers here who have had two days off returning home and this will be the Pistons 3rd road game in 4 days.
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10-31-17 |
Thunder v. Bucks +2 |
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110-91 |
Loss |
-115 |
9 h 9 m |
Show
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I'm not sure why the Thunder are favored here given what we have seen from them so far but let's take the points here. The Thunder have been swept by the T Wolves to start the season and they don't like anything special right now. Their only wins have came against the Knicks, Pacers and Bulls., 3 of the bottom teams in the East. Now looking at the Bucks their only two losses came to the Cavs and the Celtics. They did already beat the Celtics as well. I just think this young Bucks team has something to prove and will get the job done tonight. The Thunder just don't deserve to be favored here in this situation.
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10-30-17 |
76ers v. Rockets -6.5 |
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115-107 |
Loss |
-108 |
9 h 19 m |
Show
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Let's take the Rockets here in a rematch as they won't be over looking the Sixers now beings how they just faced them. They key last time was that the Rockets were missing Ariza and Nene. Now both are back and also the Sixers might be missing some key players with Redick and Embiid. Rockets were just favored by 3 @ Sixers so this is a discount here
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10-30-17 |
Spurs v. Celtics -3.5 |
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94-108 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 31 m |
Show
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I will back the Celtics here tonight against the Spurs as they are catching them on a back to back. The Spurs just haven't looked very good their last 2 games and when you think about this team could easily have a couple more losses under their belt. The Celtics had the day off, but are riding a 4 game winning streak and covering in all 4 of those as well. The Spurs are still without their best player in Leonard and it has became clear that they miss him on both ends.
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10-27-17 |
Nets v. Knicks -2 |
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86-107 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 25 m |
Show
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Like the situation here with the Knicks as they will be hungry for their first win. This is similar reason why I backed the Bulls last night. Also, the Nets are in a very difficult spot tonight as they are coming off a huge upset win over the Cavs. While, that win does look good I haven't been impressed with the Cavs this year as the Bulls gave them a game and the Magic even throttled them. I think the Knicks get the job done here
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