03-23-17 |
Xavier v. Arizona -7.5 |
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73-71 |
Loss |
-105 |
34 h 29 m |
Show
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While Xavier is a nice story and have made a great run, their time has simply run out. They blew out Florida St which was a team this year that never lived up to their full potential. They are several things going against Xavier with first being the location on the West coast. The Wildcat fans travel with the best of them and it will obviously be a big advantage for them here. I was super impressed with Arizona in the 2nd half vs St Marys. It proves they can handle any style that a team wants to throw at them. Also the match up issues here a in big time favor of Arizona as they have the length across the board. Xavier shot the lights out of it vs Florida St, that wont happen here tomorrow night against a team that can really defend
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03-23-17 |
Raptors +4.5 v. Heat |
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101-84 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 53 m |
Show
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The Heat have been by far the most over achieving team in the league this year IMO. Odds Makers are clearly giving them a lot of respect here saying these team are pretty much equal on a nuetral court. Raptors are without Lowry, but they are now starting to click winning 3 straight and 4 of 5 and they have a ton of motivation trying to catch Washington for the 3 seed. Ibaka is out for his fighting the other night. All of that is definitely playing into the line. Whiteside is also banged up for Miami and they are missing Waiters.
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03-23-17 |
Michigan -1 v. Oregon |
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68-69 |
Loss |
-110 |
30 h 23 m |
Show
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I just don't think you can go against this Michigan team right now. They truly believe they can beat anyone right now and I'm not willing to bet against it. What they have done over the last two weeks has been beyond impressive. Oregon was very lucky to escape Rhode Island last game as RI controlled the ball game. They did so because Dorsey got hot hitting 9 of 10 shots. If you have to rely on that, it will come to an end. Michigan presents a nightmare match up for them with Boucher being out. DJ Wilson and Wagner have been so good and can really stretch the floor. I see Michigan getting all sort of easy buckets and the streak continues
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03-22-17 |
Hornets -5 v. Magic |
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109-102 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 52 m |
Show
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I will lay the points here with the Hornets as I have said they are a desperate team right now trying to make a late push for the playoffs. They are only 3 games back of Miami for the 8th spot right now and simply cant afford a loss to one of the worst teams in the league. Magic have won back to back games but were against the Suns who are tanking and the Sixers in OT. Hornets are a lot better across the board I see them motivated and focused here
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03-21-17 |
Grizzlies v. Pelicans -2 |
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82-95 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 11 m |
Show
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The Pelicans are starting to make a late push for the playoffs now. Most knew it would take a while with the Cousins deal to take shape, but now it has. They have won 4 of 5 now and with antoher win here tonight they can climb to just 3 games out of the 8th spot. So you don't have to question the effort here.
The Grizzlies are getting a lot of respect because they have now won and covered 4 straight including a win over the Spurs. I believe this is a flat spot for them because they have the Spurs again next followed by the Warriors.
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03-20-17 |
Warriors v. Thunder +2 |
Top |
111-95 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 40 m |
Show
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I really love the Thunder here tonight in a triple revenge spot. This team is now starting to playing very good basketball while the Warriors have been struggling. Warriors are just 5-5 SU their last 10 games. OKC is now riding a 5 game winning streak and they will be our for blood tonight. They biggest overall reason why I love the Thunder is that out Durant is out. He has torched them every game this season. The Thunder are also trying to get into the 5th spot in the West and I see them coming out guns blazing and taking one
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03-20-17 |
Wizards v. Celtics -2.5 |
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102-110 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 27 m |
Show
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I like the Celtics to bounce back here from a bad loss yesterday to the Sixers. They need this game a lot as Washington is right behind them for the 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. Wizards have hit a wall as of late not covering in 4 straight and and only winning one of those games.
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03-20-17 |
Jazz v. Pacers +2.5 |
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100-107 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 51 m |
Show
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I have to take the Pacers here as they are due for a big bounce back. Since February 16th every loss the Pacers have had they have followed the next game up with a SU win. I see that happening again here tonight as they are hanging on to a playoff spot right now. The Jazz have dropped 4 of their last 4 road games as well. This will be their 4th game in 6 nights and yes the Pacers are on a back to back but prior to yesterday they have 3 days off so rest for them doesn't apply.
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03-19-17 |
Rhode Island +5.5 v. Oregon |
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72-75 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 56 m |
Show
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I'm liking this Rhode Island team more and more. I backed them in their first round game over Creighton and will do so again here tonight. Oregon is getting a lot of credit since they did cover their opening game but that was Iona and they gave up 77 points. Rhode Island has the guards here to make this very difficult and this is where not having Boucher will come into play.
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03-19-17 |
Wichita State v. Kentucky -4.5 |
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62-65 |
Loss |
-105 |
6 h 49 m |
Show
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The Wichita Dayton game final was very misleading IMO. The Shockers shot 40% from the field compared to Dayton shooting only 31%. They also out rebounded Dayton by 20!! and yet could only win the game by 6. Kentucky and Coach Cal are a team I am looking to back here. When it comes to guard play they have a huge advantage over almost anyone. The Shockers were a bad seed no doubt, but now this matchup is a difficult one for them
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03-19-17 |
Michigan v. Louisville -3.5 |
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73-69 |
Loss |
-105 |
3 h 12 m |
Show
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I will take Louisville here as the Michigan hot streak comes to an end. This Louisville team can really defend and Michigan won't be getting those easy looks from deep here. Michigan hit 16 threes in game 1 and 11 came in the 2nd half to still only win by 1. Michigan wont have an answer for their big guys and that will be the difference in the game
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03-18-17 |
Virginia v. Florida -1.5 |
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39-65 |
Win
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100 |
23 h 6 m |
Show
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Virginia was very lucky to escape their first game with a win over UNC W. I don't think they have a chance here against this long athletic Florida team. The thing is that Florida can really defend here and shut down the likes of Perrantes. Florida also has the benefit here of playing in Orlando as well I thought the line would be closer to 4 or 5
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03-18-17 |
St. Mary's v. Arizona -4.5 |
Top |
60-69 |
Win
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100 |
23 h 37 m |
Show
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Love Arizona in this spot. the PAC 12 is getting no love but they are a solid 5-0 to start the tournamen. St Mary's is a good team but they don't have the athletes here to compete with this Zona team. Zona to me fits the eye here as a team to win the whole thing. They are a skilled team at every position and we have seen what happens tonSt Mary's when playing a team like Gonzaga who is similar
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03-18-17 |
Middle Tennessee +3.5 v. Butler |
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65-74 |
Loss |
-102 |
9 h 29 m |
Show
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I like Midd Tenn St here tonight taking on Butler. The Bulldo shot the lights out of the ball vs Winthrop and still barely managed to cover. They are playing a team now who seems very comfortable with themselves and Midd Tenn dominated their opening game vs Minnesota. I don't believe Butler is any better than the Gophers. Take the points
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03-18-17 |
Notre Dame +3 v. West Virginia |
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71-83 |
Loss |
-110 |
14 h 26 m |
Show
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I think the wrong team is favored here. A lot of times when we a team has a scare like ND they end up making a run and I see that happening here. West Virginia will continue to press press and press. That won't work here as ND has great guard play and they are the best free throw shooting team in the country. WVU better be careful
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03-17-17 |
Kent State v. UCLA -18.5 |
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80-97 |
Loss |
-102 |
23 h 8 m |
Show
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Good for Kent St winning the MAC and making the tournament but this is a brutal spot playing out west for them so far away from home. They will be shocked by how good this UCLA team is on offense and the talent gap is huge. Lonzo Ball hate him or love him will be playing big time this tournament. Kent St is no match at all I see this getting ugly early!
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03-17-17 |
Michigan State v. Miami (FL) -2 |
Top |
78-58 |
Loss |
-115 |
23 h 35 m |
Show
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FRIDAY PLAY OF THE DAY! I really think Michigan St is getting to much respect because of their coach Izzo here. Sure it's March, but how did that work out for them last year? Miami is a very underrated physical team that man handle these young guards for the Spartans. Miami has beat teams like Duke and North Carolina this year. Sparty has been awful away from home as well going 5-12 SU. Miami wins going away here
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03-17-17 |
Kansas State v. Cincinnati -3 |
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61-75 |
Win
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100 |
21 h 41 m |
Show
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Cincy isn't getting any credit at all here considering Kansas St just played a hard fought game the other night to get into this position. This Cincy team can play some serious lock down defense and with Kansas St lacking a go to guy I see them really shutting this team down. Don't let the other night fool you Kansas St shot 66% for the game!!! How often or ever does that happen?? This Cincy team will play with a chip on their shoulder because of their seed.
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03-17-17 |
Rhode Island v. Creighton |
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84-72 |
Win
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100 |
18 h 42 m |
Show
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I'm not so sure Rhode Island shouldn't be favored here. Most people are forgetting that this RI team was a top 25 pre season team before they suffered injuries along the way. This team took Duke down to the wire when they were healthy. Creighton I'm not buying here without Watson. I really like the momentum with Rhode Island as the A 10 is a very underrated conference.
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03-17-17 |
USC v. SMU -6.5 |
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66-65 |
Loss |
-110 |
16 h 10 m |
Show
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I'm gonna lay the number with SMU here as I believe they will be catching a tired USC team. USC had to travel to Dayton and play the play in game. They were once down by 17 came all the way back used a lot of their tank in doing that and now traveled again and have to get up for a team that ca really play some defense. SMU is one of the hottest teams no one is talking about.. this team hasnt lost a game since January. I think they catch a tired USC team here who will struggle on defense
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03-16-17 |
Nevada v. Iowa State -6.5 |
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73-84 |
Win
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100 |
21 h 10 m |
Show
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Not many teams are coming into the tournament any hotter than the Cyclones. Was extremely impressed with how they played in the Big 12 tournamen. The key for Iowa sat right now is that they have found quality minutes from their big men who have been misssing most of the season. I look for them to ride a wave of mom here
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03-16-17 |
Florida Gulf Coast +12 v. Florida State |
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80-86 |
Win
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100 |
20 h 27 m |
Show
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Talk about a first round game that will be intense it's definitely this one. FGCU will leave everything on the table here against this Florida St team. Sure they aren't rivals but it's just how the average person views each school. Florida St has great talent no denying that but I simply don't trust them away from home. They were below .500 on the road and even got lucky in a few more games to get a win. Not calling for the upset but don't sleep on FGCU here
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03-16-17 |
Winthrop +11.5 v. Butler |
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64-76 |
Loss |
-110 |
12 h 10 m |
Show
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Winthrop is one of these teams we see every year based on their style of play come in and pull one upset. I'm not very high on Butler or the Big East for that matter. This Winthrop team just keeps chucking up threes and we all know if an underdog seems them go in early it usually spells upset. Butler isn't a offensive juggernaut and are nothing special on D. I think we have a live dog here
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03-16-17 |
North Carolina Wilmington +7.5 v. Virginia |
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71-76 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 13 m |
Show
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I think we have another live dog here to start off the tournamen. UNC W is one of the most experienced teams in the field and you know they would love nothing more than pulling the classic 12 over 5. Virginia plays way to slow keeping teams always in the game. I don't like how Virginia has played the last 3 weeks of the season. They simply don't have the athletes or shooters we are accustomed to seeing.
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03-16-17 |
Princeton v. Notre Dame -6.5 |
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58-60 |
Loss |
-108 |
11 h 27 m |
Show
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I realize Princeton comes into this game having not lost a game in conference. They seem to be getting a lot of respect here against a very talented and quality team like ND. Was impressed with ND throughout the ACC tournament taking Duke down to the wire. They are just a complete mid match on both side of the ball. I just believe Princeton's stats are very inflated due to their lack of competition
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03-15-17 |
USC -2.5 v. Providence |
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75-71 |
Win
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100 |
31 h 15 m |
Show
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I really think people are sleeping on the quality of the Pac 12 this year. USC is a long and very athletic team with shooters than can create havoc. Providence did end the season well to get into the dance, but laid an egg in the tournament I was impressed with that @ all. USC took UCLA down to the wire in the Pac 12 tournament losing 2 that would have been the 2nd time they had beaten them this year. Also this is a revenge game from last year as these two met in the 8 9 match up. USC took them down to the wire, but lost so I see them coming extra focused here and quite frankly they have the better athletes by far
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03-15-17 |
Hornets v. Pacers -2 |
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77-98 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 58 m |
Show
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Well the Pacers should be a pissed off team after last night's 2nd half performance. They scores a miserable 29 points in the whole second half. That is something I haven't seen in a long time. Pacers need this one now and are being under valued because of a back to back here and them not covering 3 straight. They are only 1.5 games ahead of the 8th spot. I see a big bounce back here.
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03-15-17 |
Mavs +7.5 v. Wizards |
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112-107 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 55 m |
Show
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First game back for the Wizards after a grueling road trip is always tough. This will now be their 6th game now in 9 days with travel every day. Sure the Wizards are a lot better but I doubt also the Mavs are a team they will be up for. Mavs are still a fighting team right now trying to make the 8th spot.
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03-14-17 |
Kansas State v. Wake Forest +2 |
|
95-88 |
Loss |
-109 |
9 h 12 m |
Show
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We have seen a big push on Kansas St and I'm not quite sure why. I believe Wake is the better team here and plays in a much tougher conference with the ACC compared to the Big 12. I think people are over valuing the win over Baylor in the Big 12 tournament as their coach has proven to get the least out of good talent.
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03-14-17 |
Blazers v. Pelicans -4 |
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77-100 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 53 m |
Show
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The trade for Cousins hasn't worked out like the Pelicans had hope. However I dont think this team is ready to quit either. Evidence in their last game winning @ Hornets in OT. They get a Portland team playing better but my money is against them as they have only won 12 road games all year and have never won 3 road games in a row this season. With the short price I like the Pelicans
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03-14-17 |
Pacers -3 v. Knicks |
|
81-87 |
Loss |
-118 |
7 h 1 m |
Show
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The Pacers are just clinging on right now just 2.5 games above the 8th seed. I see them really making a charge down the stretch with a favorable schedule. The Knicks are a team you want no part of right now winning just 1 game their last 6 tries. The Pacers will want revenge here also following a home loss to this Knicks team a while ago. Give me the team with all the motivation here.
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03-13-17 |
Wizards v. Wolves -1 |
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104-119 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 0 m |
Show
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Like the Wolves here in this spot as the Wizards will be playing their 5th game in 7 days and all of those on the road. They have to be exhausted here after coming back by 20 plus points against the Trailblazers last time out. Minnesota is quietly playing better and are to a surprise only 3 games back now of the 8th seed. In recent home games they have beat teams like the Warriors, Clippers, Mavs Raptors, Bulls. The only game they haven't covered @ home was the Cavs and they let that one slip away. It's safe to say they are playing their best basketball right now and catching this Wizards team at the right time.
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03-13-17 |
Bucks v. Grizzlies -4 |
|
93-113 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 57 m |
Show
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Yes I know two teams that have been going opposite directions. I think this is just an absolute must win game for the Grizzlies here as they have a lot of road games coming up. They need to get the ball rolling in the right direction. While the Bucks have been hot they have done their damage @ home. The only road game recently was @ Sixers. I do like this Bucks team a lot but I prefer them @ home and not against a quality Western Conference team
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03-12-17 |
Cavs v. Rockets -5.5 |
|
112-117 |
Loss |
-115 |
10 h 14 m |
Show
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Cavs are playing their 2nd of a back to back here. LeBron logged another 35+ minute game. Cavs are just 3-5 SU their last 8 playing their worst basketball of the season. Obviously something is wrong with this Cleveland team right now and I want no part of them. The Rockets will want revenge from earlier this season as the Cavs were simply on fire that game making 16 threes. Rockets are a scary animal at home averaging 116 pgg. With this being a back to back Cavs cant keep up with the pace.
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03-12-17 |
Heat v. Pacers -4.5 |
|
98-102 |
Loss |
-110 |
7 h 59 m |
Show
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Really like the Pacers here as they are catching the Heat at the right time now. Miami played last night on their home court in a blowout win over the Raptors. Pacers had the day off and will be looking for a nice bounce back @ home which they are 22-10 @ home this season. Dragic also got hurt last night and is very questionable to play.
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03-12-17 |
Arkansas v. Kentucky -8 |
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65-82 |
Win
|
100 |
2 h 52 m |
Show
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I believe most will stay away or jump on Arkansas here as Kentucky has burnt people the last couple days not covering. They are just a bad match up here as Kentucky had no problem rolling them by 26 in their only meeting. I think Cal will have them ready here as he wants them to make a statement win also before heading into next week.
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03-11-17 |
Iowa State +3 v. West Virginia |
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80-74 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 8 m |
Show
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Iowa St has been very impressive and I'm not ready to fade them. This team will want double revenge after dropping both games to West Virginia. I so think we are seeing a word down West Virginia team because of their style of play. Evidence was that yesterday only scoring in the 50's and beating Kansas St by 1
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03-11-17 |
Creighton v. Villanova -8 |
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60-74 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 24 m |
Show
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Nova should have no problem with Creighton as they haven't had an issue with them at all so far this season. Nova is just a team on another mission here. Creighton has played bet recently and that is why the line isnt double digits. Nova wins going away
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03-11-17 |
Michigan -3.5 v. Minnesota |
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84-77 |
Win
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100 |
3 h 6 m |
Show
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I just think this team is destin to win it all following their incident. They are clicking on all cylinders right now and this young Minnesota team isn't going to stop them. Gophers getting to much respect for beating Sparty as they have been a bad team away from home
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03-10-17 |
UCLA v. Arizona +3 |
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75-86 |
Win
|
100 |
13 h 3 m |
Show
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Interesting line for this game as I for sure thought this would be a PK. UCLA was only favored by 5 on their home court and Zona was favored by 2.5-3 on theirs so it is suggesting that this should be a PK. Zona is a team not getting enough respect because they don't have the flash guys. I think Zona gets the job done tonight as they play hard nosed defense while UCLA only plays offense. It almost cost UCLA last night, it will cost them tonight
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03-10-17 |
Vanderbilt v. Florida -6.5 |
|
72-62 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 56 m |
Show
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This is a rare spot for a double revenge for a team that went 14-4 in conference play, but we have one here. Florida will be a very pissed off team after getting swept by Vandy during the regular season. The Gators are no doubt a way better team and they still have a lot to play for when it comes to seeding for the tournament. Vandy I believe has played themselves into the field now and will get the wrath here tonight
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03-10-17 |
TCU v. Iowa State -4 |
Top |
63-84 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 13 m |
Show
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BIG 12 TOURNAMENT GAME OF THE YEAR! Odds makers really messed this line up as it should be closer to 10. I was impressed with Iowa St yesterday even though I do worry about their rebounding. Let's face it the only reason TCU is here is because Jackson was suspended for Kansas yesterday their best player. Iowa St has the fire power and now a clear path to win this thing and improve their overall tournament seed.
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03-10-17 |
Duke v. North Carolina -4 |
Top |
93-83 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 8 m |
Show
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ACC TOURNAMENT GAME OF THE YEAR! I had Louisville yesterday and still believe that was the right side it was just that that couldn't make a free throw at all. When you shoot 50% from the line and still have a chance I think that was the right side. Duke will be playing their rd straight game and if they play zone like they did against Louisville the Tarheels will eat them alive. Duke lives on the three point line and playing their 3rd game now those legs aren't gonna be there. UNC BIG!
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03-10-17 |
Indiana +3.5 v. Wisconsin |
|
60-70 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 15 m |
Show
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Indiana is a scary team right now as we saw how hot they were against Iowa last night. I actually thought whoever won that game between Iowa and Indiana would beat Wisconsin because of the match ups. Sure Indiana may not be totally on fire again, but they now have the confidence and have a possible tournament birth ahead of them. Third time is the charm for the Hooisers they knock the Badgers off tonight
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03-09-17 |
Virginia v. Notre Dame +5 |
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58-71 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 57 m |
Show
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Virginia beats Pitt back to back games and now all the sudden they are laying 5? ND is coming into this tournament with a ton of confidence right now going 6-1 SU their last 7 games. When these team met earlier it was the worst performance of the season by far for ND as they only made 3 threes all game. This line should be near a PK. I expect it to come down
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03-09-17 |
Creighton v. Providence +2.5 |
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70-58 |
Loss |
-107 |
13 h 48 m |
Show
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The wrong team is favored here. I was on Providence the last meeting as they went into Creighton and stole one as 7 point underdogs. Creighton still getting a lot of love because of their record. As I have said time and time again they miss Watson big time. It's also worth noting that the Big East tournament is played in NY. Creighton is located in Omaha, Nebraska. This is a bigger home court advantage for Providence.
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03-09-17 |
Kansas State v. Baylor -5 |
|
70-64 |
Loss |
-105 |
13 h 34 m |
Show
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I'm gonna lay this with Baylor here as they want to regain the momentum they once had during the season. Although I am not a huge fan of Coach Drew because he has all the talent and cant figure it out. But this situation Kansas St is really struggling prior to their last two wins they were just 2-8 SU. Baylor also has a sour taste in their mouths after playing a terrible game @ home where they let K St come back and steal one. Not happening again
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03-09-17 |
Rutgers v. Northwestern -7 |
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61-83 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 4 m |
Show
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So odds makers are saying Northwestern and Ohio St are a PK on a neutral court? I'm not buying it at all. This NW team is as excited as anyone in the country right now going to their first NCAA Tournament ever. Now thy will try and make a statement here in the big 10 tournament. Sure Rutgers beat Ohio St, but can they back that up again? No chance I believe this is a blowout
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03-09-17 |
Xavier v. Butler -5.5 |
Top |
62-57 |
Loss |
-115 |
8 h 15 m |
Show
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I really like Butler here tonight as Xavier is really on the struggle bus lately. They had a heck of a time with DePaul last night. In fact their only two recent wins are both against DePaul and they are by far the worst team in the Big East. Butler is trying to improve their NCAA seed. I see them making a big statement here tonight.
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03-09-17 |
Duke v. Louisville -2 |
Top |
81-77 |
Loss |
-115 |
6 h 33 m |
Show
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I really like Louisville here today as this is just a bad match up for Duke. Duke played yesterday and won by 7, but they didn't look that good IMO. They have zero post presence and that will really affect them with Louisville. Duke is a short bench also so with a game under their belt that makes it tough plus the way Louisville plays bringing all the pressure wont sit well with them. I look for Louisville to run away with this one
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03-09-17 |
Oklahoma State v. Iowa State |
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83-92 |
Loss |
-105 |
4 h 44 m |
Show
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Iowa St has beaten this Oklahoma St team in both meetings so far. I actually feel that Iowa St was lucky to do so in both. The Pokes blew the game when they played on their home court early in the conference season. They will get their revenge here today. Iowa St really relies heavily on the outside shot and are a terrible rebounding team. Oklahoma St will be extra motivated here.
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03-08-17 |
Wizards v. Nuggets -2 |
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123-113 |
Loss |
-110 |
11 h 12 m |
Show
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I was on the Suns yesterday catching points against the Wizards and will back the Nuggets here with them playing a back to back. We are getting a shorter price right now because Jokic is questionable. If he does play this line will really go up even if he doesn't I like the Nuggets to get the job done tonight who are fighting for a playoff spot.
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03-08-17 |
Raptors v. Pelicans -2 |
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94-87 |
Loss |
-109 |
11 h 54 m |
Show
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I'm going to take my chances with the Pelicans here who are now starting to play a lot better as a whole. It hasn't shown up in the win column yet, but tonight it starts. They are just 2-2 their last 4 but lost to 2 top teams in west with the Spurs by 3 and the Jazz by 5, nothing to hang your head on. Pelicans need this in a big way
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03-08-17 |
Rutgers v. Ohio State -7.5 |
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66-57 |
Loss |
-107 |
10 h 12 m |
Show
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I will back the Buckeyes here even though they had a rough year for them. This team is still a lot better than Rutgers. Ohio St only beat them by 6 in their only meeting but Ohio St was in a very difficult spot then. Their plan here tonight will be get up quick on Rutgers and have them fold as this team has no post season hopes.
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03-08-17 |
Oklahoma v. TCU -2 |
|
63-82 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 54 m |
Show
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We are getting a bargain price here on TCU as they just lost their final regular season game @ Oklahoma. To no surprise Oklahoma got up for that game as it was their final home game. TCU did beat them @ home and they were 11 point favorites. Now a big adjustment has been made because of how TCU finished. Well they were very unlucky as they lost 2 games by just 1 point. I believe they bounce back here and get the better of this very young OU team who will be in unfamiliar territory.
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03-08-17 |
Penn State -2 v. Nebraska |
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76-67 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 38 m |
Show
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I will take my chances with Penn St here getting revenge as Nebraska was really disappointing in their final home game not even getting up for that and getting blown out. That to me says a lot about this time and their mind set right now. Penn St in their final game against Iowa got down by 27 but continued to fight even though out of it. That shows Chambers has control of his team and Miles doesn't.
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03-07-17 |
Wizards v. Suns +5 |
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131-127 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 28 m |
Show
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I'm not ready to step in front of this young Suns team who is playing with all the confidence in the world right now. Most will say they are due for a let down after beating the Celtics, but I'm not buying it. This team has found new life with their youngsters and you can expect another big effort here tonight.
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03-07-17 |
St. Mary's v. Gonzaga -5.5 |
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56-74 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 20 m |
Show
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I know this will be a heavily bet public side, but Gonzaga is just far dominant in this conference. Sure it's hard to beat the same team 3 times in season. Gonzaga had no interest last night against Santa Clara while St Marys is getting a lot of credit for blowing out BYU. Zags will want to make a statement here tonight as they are fighting for that #1 overall seed come Sunday.
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03-07-17 |
Pittsburgh -1.5 v. Georgia Tech |
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61-59 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 36 m |
Show
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Georgia Tech has been a great story this season with first year head coach Josh Pastner. They have pulled off some huge wins, but all of those came at home. This is a very young Georgia Tech team playing against a veteran group in Pitt who did under achieve this year. Tech only had 2 wins away from home which is very concerning this time of year. I also like the fact that Pitt just lost @ Tech as that is fresh in their minds as well. Veteran group gets it done tonight
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03-06-17 |
Warriors v. Hawks +6 |
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119-111 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 20 m |
Show
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Kicking myself for not taking the Knicks yesterday. Anyways the Warriors east coast road trip comes to an end here tonight and you can tell this team is flat out tired. They have failed to cover 6 straight and with another back to back situation the value lies with the Hawks. Atlanta coming off back to back heart breakers losing to Cavs by 5 despite them hitting 25 threes and a buzzer beater yesterday to the Pacers. Hawks took the Warriors to the wire on their court earlier in season only losing by 5. You can expect a big effort here
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03-06-17 |
Heat v. Cavs -8.5 |
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106-98 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 47 m |
Show
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I see the Cavs rolling here tonight. Miami did just beat them, but Cleveland was resting their players so you can expect a large effort out of them tonight. Last time these two met @ Cleveland the Cavs were favored by 12.5 and had no problem blowing Miami then. I see the same result tonight
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03-05-17 |
Pelicans v. Lakers +6 |
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105-97 |
Loss |
-108 |
11 h 45 m |
Show
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This just seems like a crazy amount of points to lay with this Pelicans team. They haven't proven themselves at all after this trade. In fact the Pelicans were only favored by 5.5 on their home court last meeting. I know the Lakers have been struggling also, but this line is a big over reaction to a team I don't trust laying any number with
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03-05-17 |
Michigan v. Nebraska +5 |
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93-57 |
Loss |
-105 |
9 h 13 m |
Show
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I like Nebraska here at home tonight for senior night. This team has suffered a ton of close losses this year. Other than their last home game they have been very competitive @ home. Michigan is coming off that heart breaking loss in the final seconds against Northwestern making this a difficult spot for another road game.
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03-05-17 |
Purdue -3.5 v. Northwestern |
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69-65 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 6 m |
Show
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I like Purdue here tonight to close out their regular season title. Northwestern is coming off a huge victory over Michigan which everyone knew that clinched their NCAA Tournament bid. I think it will be hard for NW to get extra motivated here given those circumstances. Purdue is also a solid 9-4 on the road this season.
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03-04-17 |
Duke v. North Carolina -6.5 |
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83-90 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 24 m |
Show
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I don't trust Duke here at all tonight @ North Carolina. UNC is a perfect 14-0 @ home and that won't change here tonight. They want revenge in the worst way after losing @ Duke a couple weeks back. UNC was ice cold that game only hitting 4 threes while Duke hit 13 and only pulled away in the ast minute. UNC will dominate the glass on their home court. Don't be surprised if this gets ugly quick. Also UNC can win the conference out right here
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03-04-17 |
Kansas v. Oklahoma State |
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90-85 |
Loss |
-110 |
10 h 7 m |
Show
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This game simply means nothing to Kansas as they yet again have locked up the conference. For Oklahoma St they are one of the hottest teams in the country right now winning 10 of 12 after starting out conference play 0-6 they have a chance with a win today to be above .500. They will get the revenge today vs the Jayhawks who won't be as interested
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03-04-17 |
Wake Forest v. Virginia Tech -2 |
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89-84 |
Loss |
-110 |
8 h 30 m |
Show
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This is a Virginia Tech that still doesn't get any credit from the odds makers @ home. They are 15-1 on the season and yet again another short price. Wake is in a tough spot here as they more than likely just punched their ticket with a upset win over Louisville @ home and now travel. Tech is rolling right now winning three straight and 5 of their last 6
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03-04-17 |
Creighton v. Marquette -3.5 |
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83-91 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 44 m |
Show
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Yes, Creighton does have the revenge angle here, but Marquette is a desperate team right now. Marquette took care of business @ Creighton shooting 60% while that likely won't repeat itself it wasn't like the Bluejyas were ice cold. They managed to hit 11 threes themselves. Since the injury Creighton obviously just isn't the same. They have beat the bottom tier teams. A win would guarantee Marquette a spot in the tournament
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03-04-17 |
Michigan State v. Maryland -4.5 |
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60-63 |
Loss |
-110 |
6 h 41 m |
Show
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Most of you know I'm not high on this Maryland team, but I feel this is the right price here on senior day to back them. Maryland wants to end the season on a high note and I believe they do as Sparty is a team that is terrible on the road. They are just 4-10 on the road. Also Maryland has a chance to tied for 2nd in the conference so they will have plenty of motivation here
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03-03-17 |
Thunder v. Suns +4 |
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111-118 |
Win
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100 |
9 h 25 m |
Show
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I was on the Suns last night and I will back them again as I really liked what I saw. This team hasn't quit on the season and the Thunder as I mentioned yesterday I don't trust on the road. It's gonna be tough for the Thunder to respond here IMO. Wouldn't be surprised to see the Suns sneak another out
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03-03-17 |
Grizzlies v. Mavs +3.5 |
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100-104 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 25 m |
Show
|
It's just really hard to go against this Mavs team @ home right now. They have covered 11 of their last 12 games. I see a big fight coming here from Dallas who wants to make the playoffs. The Grizzlies I see looking ahead to tomorrow night as they have a big game @ Houston. Dallas also will want revenge because their worst offensive performance came against the Grizzlies earlier this season.
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03-02-17 |
Thunder v. Blazers +1 |
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109-114 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 50 m |
Show
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I tossed this one around for a while. Portland is just being very under valued right now, but a large part of that is because of their schedule. This will be only their 4th home game in nearly a month. They still have a chance of making the playoffs and it's hard to trust this new Thunder team on the road. Sure they have been guns blazing since all star break, but all those games were @ home. Portland gets the job done tonight
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03-02-17 |
Hornets v. Suns +4 |
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103-120 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 1 m |
Show
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I thought this game would be close to a PK. The Hornets are getting way to much respect after beating the Kings and Lakers. The Suns aren't showing up in the win column but they are playing hard. They blew a game in which the lost in OT @ Chicago lost by 4 @ Bucks. Hornets are just 10-21 on the road.
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03-01-17 |
Rockets v. Clippers -1.5 |
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122-103 |
Loss |
-110 |
13 h 58 m |
Show
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Really short price here @ home to back the Clippers. They are now healthy and will look to make a move here down the stretch. This team was embarrassed the first go around and I believe they will respond here tonight. Rockets are 0-4 ATS L4 games vs team with a winning record
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03-01-17 |
Michigan State v. Illinois -1.5 |
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70-73 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 6 m |
Show
|
Illinois is sure making a very late push here and at least deserves to be in the conversation as a bubble team. A win here tonight on senior night would go a long ways, plus if they win their next two they hit 9-9 in league play and the committee does value that. Illinois has won 4 of 5, but the most impressive thing is that 3 of them have been on the road. Sparty has also won 4 of 5, but all 4 of their wins have came at home. Their road games in between were ugly, a 29 point loss @ Michigan and 23 point loss @ Purdue. Illinois playing with a ton of confidence looking to end the season on a high not and now somehow possibly save Groce job.
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03-01-17 |
Cavs v. Celtics +1.5 |
Top |
99-103 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 39 m |
Show
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This is clearly a game the Celtics had circled on the schedule. They played just an awful game vs the Haws last time out and were obviously looking ahead. This Celtics team is now the clear front runners for the Cavs as Lowry is done for the season with the Raptors. I actually believe this Celtics team can handle them and give them all they want in a 7 game series. Tonight is a statement game and the Celtics will win
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03-01-17 |
Wizards v. Raptors -4 |
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105-96 |
Loss |
-105 |
10 h 3 m |
Show
|
I'm not going to over react to last night's big win over the Warriors. The Wizards are one of the best home teams in the league. You could see how much that game meant to them to prove that they could. This is the first of a home and home here so the Wizards are in a very tough situation as they likely will have a major let down. The Raptors so far so good without Lowry winning every game. They can't afford any slips as they are trying to catch the Celtics.
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03-01-17 |
Michigan v. Northwestern |
|
65-67 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 50 m |
Show
|
Northwestern simply needs to end the bleeding here tonight as they are coming off back to back losses but both on the road. This team is still hungry to make it's first ever NCAA Tournament. A win here definitely puts them in and I believe they will get the job done tonight.
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02-28-17 |
Oklahoma State v. Iowa State -2.5 |
|
83-86 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 39 m |
Show
|
I guess call me a sucker here as this seems way to obvious. These two teams are the hottest in the Big 12 right now. Iowa St has won and covered 5 straight and 6 of 7, while Oklahoma St has won 5 in a row and 10 of their last 11. Oklahoma St does have the revenge angle, but it's not like they didn't play well in the first meeting shooting over 50% from the field. This Iowa St team is a senior heavy group and yes it is senior night. Hilton will be rocking no doubt about it. Also Oklahoma St has Kansas coming to town this weekend.
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02-28-17 |
Florida State v. Duke -6.5 |
|
70-75 |
Loss |
-105 |
7 h 24 m |
Show
|
I think most are worried about Duke coming off two losses. Well they lost on a banked in 3 @ Cuse and lost @ Miami without Grayson Allen their senior leader. I'm not at all worried about the look ahead with UNC as this is senior night. Duke will also want revenge here from an earlier loss @ Florida St.
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02-28-17 |
Georgetown v. Seton Hall -5.5 |
|
59-62 |
Loss |
-110 |
9 h 1 m |
Show
|
I think it is safe to say the Georgetown has no checked out for the year. They pounded Marquette 4 games ago and after that they got destroyed by Creighton lost to Depaul as 13 point favorites and jsut lsot @ St Johns. Georgetown now plays a team that is going the opposite direction as they are fighting for the NCAA Tournament. Seton Hall is 5-2 SU their last 7 and this is senior night for them. I look for a big effort against a team who has simply quit
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02-27-17 |
Miami (Fla) v. Virginia Tech -1 |
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61-66 |
Win
|
100 |
10 h 54 m |
Show
|
Miami is drawing a lot of headlines right now with their win over Virginia and Duke. Well they just upset Duke but Grayson Allen didnt play that game. They also have their rivalry game on deck @ Florida St this week. Va Tech is a team everyone is sleeping on right now. They are 14-1 @ home and hae won 4 of 5 with their only loss coming @ Louisville by 4 points.
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02-27-17 |
West Virginia v. Baylor +1 |
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62-71 |
Win
|
102 |
8 h 60 m |
Show
|
This line will only go up from here. A large part of this is because Baylor PG Lecomte is questionable right now. This is senior night for this Baylor team who yes has been struggling but a 3 point loss to Iowa St and a 2 point loss to Kansas is nothing to worry about. This team will be hungry for a bounce back win and revenge here. Also worth nothing West Virginia leading scorer is out this game as well
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02-27-17 |
North Carolina v. Virginia +3.5 |
Top |
43-53 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 8 m |
Show
|
While I do really like this North Carolina team I just believe this is a huge over reaction because of Virginia's recent play and also the first meeting. If this game was played 10 days ago Virginia would be favored here. UNC blew them out @ UNC and you know that left a bad taste in Virginia's mouth. Virginia shot 27% and was 2-20 from the three point line. Also it is worth pointing out that UNC has a huge look ahead with Duke this weekend.
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02-26-17 |
Pelicans v. Thunder -6.5 |
|
110-118 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 24 m |
Show
|
Missed a good opener here but still like the Thunder. Pelicans are a play against team from here on until they prove the new moves are working out. They are now on a back to back and the Thunder is a team that is also fired up after their trade. The differe is that the Thunder didn't blow up their backcourt. They have quality players now around Westbrook
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02-26-17 |
Butler v. Xavier +2 |
|
88-79 |
Loss |
-105 |
6 h 5 m |
Show
|
When thsaw two teams met earlier this season Butler was only -4 on their home court and now are nearly the same on Xavier home court. Xavier has struggled as of late but playing 3 consecutive road games is never easy. I look for them to bounce back as Butler is in a major letdown spot as well coming off a huge win @ Nova
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02-26-17 |
Syracuse v. Louisville -10 |
|
68-88 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 39 m |
Show
|
I was hoping this would be around 7 or 8 but I still like it nonetheles. Cuse is coming off a crazy comeback win over Duke where they banked two shots in down the stretch. Also I believe Cuse is worn out here. These starters have played so many minutes I just don't think they can keep up with a team that will be pressing them the whole time. Cuse clinched their tournament bid with that win huge let down coming today.
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02-25-17 |
Baylor v. Iowa State -2 |
|
69-72 |
Win
|
100 |
18 h 46 m |
Show
|
Iowa St is starting to play their best basketball of the season and Baylor is playing probably their worst. The Cyclones have won and covered 4 straight while Baylor has only covered twice in their last 6 games. Iowa St will also want big time revenge after losing earlier in the season by 2 in the final seconds.
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02-25-17 |
Creighton v. Villanova -10 |
|
63-79 |
Win
|
100 |
17 h 33 m |
Show
|
Nova had no issues the first time around with Creighton winning by 10 and that was when Creighton was ranked in the top 5. Sure they have revenge in mind, but they alos aren't the same team. This is senior day for Nova tomorrow and you can expect a huge effort. I don't think there is much left in the tank for Creighton. Nova also has a sour taste in it's mouth from their recent loss to Butler @ home.
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02-25-17 |
Florida v. Kentucky -4 |
Top |
66-76 |
Win
|
100 |
16 h 14 m |
Show
|
Love Kentucky here tomorrow as this is a big time revenge game for them. Also they need this if they want to win the conference. Sometimes it's really hard to get all the young kids to focus but you know tomorrow they will be ready. This will be the second time Kentucky has had the revenge angle. The other time was vs Tennessee and they blew the doors off them. Also Florida is missing their Center while doesn't average a lot of points he is very crucial piece of this team. Biggest reason this line is that low is because of Fox in question. If he does go this will climb and I would still take up to 7
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02-25-17 |
Illinois State v. Northern Iowa +2 |
|
63-42 |
Loss |
-110 |
6 h 10 m |
Show
|
There is no doubt UNI had higher expectations for this season. However, this is a team that most are familiar with when it comes to March. Yea UNI dropped their last two both on the road and one was the Shockers. Prior to that they had won 7 of 9. Illinois St is the second best team in the league, but are catching UNI at a bad time on Senior Day. Illinois St has also struggled big time against the spread covering just twice in last 10 games. UNI only lost by 6 in the first meeting despite shooting a lousy 33% for the game.
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02-25-17 |
VCU v. Rhode Island -2 |
|
59-69 |
Win
|
100 |
6 h 57 m |
Show
|
I will take my chances with Rhode Island here as they might be a long shot for an at large bid, but they are still in the hunt and a win here would go a long ways. VCU has been extremely lucky on the road as they won back to back games trailing with under one second left.
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02-24-17 |
Celtics v. Raptors -3 |
|
97-107 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 2 m |
Show
|
The All Star break came at the perfect time for the Raptors. For them they were struggling, but now getting refreshed they will be ready for a hue game tonight. Toronto has slipped to the 4th spot in the East but are in the rear view mirror of the Celtics for #2. The Raptors are 2-1 against the Celtics this year with their loss only being by 5 @ Boston. They play the Celtics extremely tough.
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02-24-17 |
Jazz v. Bucks +3 |
|
109-95 |
Loss |
-107 |
8 h 3 m |
Show
|
The Bucks are worth a look here. We all know that Parker is out for the season, but now with Middleton back running the show that is a huge upgrade because his position is more valuable. The Bucks won 3 straight entering All Star Break. This young team will be very motivated as they sit 9th in the Eastern Conference and most definitely want a playoff berth. They start the back half here with a so called upset win
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02-24-17 |
Grizzlies v. Pacers |
|
92-102 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 51 m |
Show
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I really believe this game is huge for the Pacers tonight. They did struggle coming into All Star break, but they had 2 losses to Cavs, 2 to Wizards and 1 to Spurs. Those teams are obviously top quality. The Pacers also start a 5 game road trip after this, so that is why I view this game as being so important.
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02-23-17 |
Wisconsin v. Ohio State +7 |
|
73-83 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 46 m |
Show
|
Wisconsin is getting to much respect here as this situation is a classic sandwich game. They are coming off a big win over Maryland now play Ohio St who they have already beat with @ Michigan St on deck. The Badgers are just 4-8 ATS on the road this season
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02-23-17 |
Rockets -3.5 v. Pelicans |
|
129-99 |
Win
|
100 |
8 h 4 m |
Show
|
While the Pelicans have made all the headlines here the last week with the big trade in Cousins. I think most will believe that this will make them great. While they are no question better it's going to take some time as they don't have the depth now and they will need to get use to how Cousin plays. The Rockets are a team on a mission this season. I look for them to get the job done.
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02-23-17 |
Memphis +14 v. Cincinnati |
|
74-87 |
Win
|
100 |
7 h 36 m |
Show
|
Cincy is no doubt a great team, but laying this many points against a desperate team is tough. Memphis still has a chance at the tournament and a road win here which is unlikely, but you can guarantee the effort will be here. Just a lot of points here to be laying in a big conference game.
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02-22-17 |
Providence +8 v. Creighton |
|
68-66 |
Win
|
100 |
12 h 38 m |
Show
|
This is a lot of points here to be laying here with a desperate Providence team. I was impressed with their last two games granted @ home, but none the less they took care of business over Butler and Xavier. A win on the road here tonight would definitely put them in the tournament. Creighton is getting a lot of respect because of their blowout win over Georgetown, but they had the revenge angle and now tonight Providence has it. Creighton beat these guys with Watson and shot lights out in doing so. This is a different Bluejay team and I see Providence battling them to the wire
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02-22-17 |
Louisville v. North Carolina -5.5 |
|
63-74 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 25 m |
Show
|
It seems that the loss to Duke really woke this Carolina team up. I'm willing to lay what seems like a big number because Louisville isn't the same team. Sure they have won 3 in a row but all those games were decided in a the final minute. Also Carolina is a team right now playing for a #1 seed in the tournament and a big win here tonight would add to that resume.
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