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01-11-24 | Michigan State +3.5 v. Illinois | 68-71 | Win | 100 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
Michigan State at Illinois 7:00 ET Spartans (+) over Illini- Michigan State was the No. 4 ranked squad during the preseason and are not even close to the Top-25 after having lost six of their first nine games including 1-3 in the Big Ten. Tom Izzo MSU coach said his team needs to play with more heart and passion as their play faltered. No.10 Illinois has continued on despite have their All-American forward Terrance Shannon Jr. suspended as rape chargers in Kansas are on going. Missing 22.7 PPG has got to hurt. Take MICHIGAN STATE! |
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01-11-24 | Celtics v. Bucks -4.5 | Top | 102-135 | Win | 100 | 7 h 23 m | Show |
Boston at Milwaukee 7:30 ET Bucks (-) over Celtics- Boston is off a tough overtime win over Minnesota where the trailed by nine points late in the fourth before tying and winning with an OT cover. Milwaukee has hit a lull losing four-of-five (All-star break will give them rest) but for now they return home after a loss to Utah. These two met in Boston in November by three points after building a 21-point lead. Damian Lillard has been out but returns tonight to aid in the Bucks victory. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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01-11-24 | Michigan +6.5 v. Maryland | 57-64 | Loss | -112 | 6 h 57 m | Show | |
Michigan at Maryland 7:00 ET Wolverines (+) over Terrapins- Both of these clubs have had difficulty holding leads and turnovers have been the major problem. Michigan has now lost four in-a-row and had a 14-point half time lead against Penn State before a second half meltdown and getting outscored by 20 points. Maryland has had the same issue committing 15 turnover in the first half alone against Minnesota blowing a 7-point half time lead. Although the Terps are 8-1 SU at home they are just 3-6 ATS as hosts and 3-7 ATS overall in their last 10 games. Maryland won the last meeting but the Wolverines had won eight of the previous nine. Take MICHIGAN! |
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01-10-24 | Oklahoma +5.5 v. TCU | 71-80 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 17 m | Show | |
Oklahoma at Texas Christian 9:00 ET Sooners (+) over Horned Frogs- How much do issues between teams carry over from one season to the next in college sports and I expect with the transfer portal being as active as it is those things probably don’t mean as much any more. What the hell is he taking about? It is about TCU beating Oklahoma twice last year and the way the best them including a 79-52 beat down at TCU. Now, a loss like that used to be bulletin board material but now...who knows. What I do know is that the Sooners are an improved team from the 2022-23 version and will crash the board the one Achilles Heel of the Horned Frogs. Take OKLAHOMA! |
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01-10-24 | Boston College +4.5 v. Syracuse | 59-69 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 60 m | Show | |
Boston College at Syracuse 9:00 ET Eagles over Orange- Something has got to give here and a pair of opposing trends will clash. Syracuse is a perfect 7-0 SU at home and Boston College is a perfect 3-0 on the road. The Orange five-game winning streak came to an end as they got a dose of reality as Duke laid them out 86-66. The Eagles posted their first conference win at Georgia Tech and have won five of their last six games. These two former Big East combatants have a rich history with the Orange getting the best of it winning the past 10 meetings going 9-1 ATS. The Eagles faced similar numbers against them before going to Georgia Tech and came out as a Money Game winner. Take BOSTON COLLEGE! |
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01-10-24 | Connecticut v. Xavier +5 | 80-75 | Push | 0 | 9 h 56 m | Show | |
Connecticut at Xavier 8:30 ET Musketeers (+) over Huskies- Yes, the defending champion Connecticut have won three straight and are looking to defeat the Musketeers after dropping both meetings last year. Xavier is just 7-7 but have had a week to prepare for the Huskies who are playing just their fourth road game and so far they are just 1-2 in true road games while the Musketeers are 6-3 SU at home. This one plays close. Take XAVIER! |
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01-10-24 | 76ers v. Hawks +1.5 | 132-139 | Win | 100 | 7 h 1 m | Show | |
Hawks over 76ers- The 76ers are just not the same without MVP Joel Embiid as they continue to struggle when he is not in the lineup. Philadelphia has lost three of four and actually have five guys that are hurting enough to be out of the lineup one day or another. Atlanta has been the worst point spread team that I can ever remember as they have lost six of eight SU and have won just five home games all season and are just 2-12 ATS as hosts and have covered just eight of 35 games played this season. These ATS numbers are disgraceful and the Hawks with fly tonight against a weakened foe. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-10-24 | Kansas v. UCF +7.5 | Top | 60-65 | Win | 100 | 8 h 39 m | Show |
Kansas at Central Florida 7:00 ET Knights (+) over Jayhawks- Talk about expectations, Kansas has won nine straight games and managed to fall a spot in the national rankings this week. The Jayhawks who defeated TCU 83-81 Saturday were dropped to No. 3 while No. 2 Houston was beaten by Megabucks winner Iowa State last night. UFC was routed in their first Big-12 encounter by Kansas State who also routed West Virginia last night so maybe they are not so bad. The Knights had their worst shooting night of the season and will be more comfortable a home where they are 7-2 SU. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA! |
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01-10-24 | Tennessee v. Mississippi State +2 | 72-77 | Win | 100 | 7 h 17 m | Show | |
Tennessee at Mississippi State 7:00 ET Bulldogs (+) over Volunteers- Some have questioned why a team with three losses already this season would be ranked No. 5 with so many other clubs have better records. It is easy to see why when you see who the Volunteers have lost to as their defeats came at the hand of Purdue and Kansas in Maui and North Carolina when returning to the mainland. Saturday, as a (Power Play winner) a double-digit favorite they crushed Mississippi. Tonight, they get ambushed by the Bulldogs who will take advantage of the boards as they are one of the leading rebounding team in the nation. Take MISSISSIPPI STATE |
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01-09-24 | Raptors v. Lakers -4.5 | 131-132 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 1 m | Show | |
Toronto at LA Lakers 10:30 ET |
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01-09-24 | BYU v. Baylor -4.5 | 72-81 | Win | 100 | 9 h 52 m | Show | |
Brigham Young at Baylor 9:00 ET Cougars (+) over Bears- The odds-makers are giving BYU plenty of respect posting them as such a small underdog at No. 14 Baylor who is 12-2 and 1-0 in Big-12 action. Now, I’m not saying the the Cougars aren’t capable as they are ranked No. 18 and are also 12-2 but are 0-1 in Big-12 play falling at home to Cincinnati 71-60 as a 10-point favorite. The Bears have won and covered three straight including Saturday’s 75-70 home win over Oklahoma State. Take BYU |
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01-09-24 | Kansas State v. West Virginia +1.5 | 81-67 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 54 m | Show | |
Kansas State at West Virginia 7:00 ET Mountaineers (+) over Wildcats- My goodness, I understand that the home court advantage in college basketball can vary and be on the high side. But, there has got to be more accounting done because Kansas State (11-3) coming of a 25-point 77-52 win over UCF is as meager favorite as you can be against a 5-9 West Virginia team that lost by 44-points Saturday to Houston 89-55. So, with a point differential of 69 points the Wildcats face the only Big-12 school with a losing record. If K. State doesn’t win by 20 points the Mountaineers might steal it by one or two points. Take WEST VIRGINIA! |
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01-09-24 | Houston v. Iowa State +2.5 | Top | 53-57 | Win | 100 | 7 h 53 m | Show |
Houston at Iowa State 7:00 ET Cyclones (+) over Cougars- The Cougars are ranked No. 2 in the nation and many have said that with nine of their 14 wins are by 30 or more points that they could easily be Number One over Purdue. For starters Houston entered the Big-12 Saturday with an 89-55 home win over West Virginia. The Cougars will be playing their 2nd conference game but it will be their first one on the road and jst their second of the season. Iowa is off a disappoint performance at Oklahoma where hey struggle from behind for 35 minutes, take the lead and then falter losing 71-63. But, it seems like every year I see T.J. Otzelberger coaching the Cyclones and I am reminded how fundamentally sound his coached teams are and they are in good hands. Take IOWA STATE! |
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01-08-24 | Washington v. Michigan -4.5 | Top | 13-34 | Win | 100 | 28 h 27 m | Show |
Washington and Michigan 8:01 ET Wolverines (-) over Huskies- I hate to do it I really do and it has nothing to do with a bias walking in. To start with I have professed the entire second half of the season that Washington had the best offensive line for pass protection in the country. I believe that have shown that not only when Penix passed 42 times against the No. 5 defense in the nation (Oregon) in the Pac-12 championship and he was not sacked once and was never pressured and we saw the same protection against Texas. Michigan has been a powerhouse all season and many said that it was their schedule as they pretty much shut down the SEC defeating the Crimson Tide, but they were not very impressive doing it. The Wolves QB McCarthy caught a number of breaks off the top and had a shaky start before putting together a final drive. Okay, before the playoffs began I was touting the Huskies at 7-1 to win it all and when I first saw an opening number of Michigan -4.5 my immediate reaction was ‘Washington is going to win it all.’ Now, remember that was just moments after the Huskies victory and that image was fresh in my mind. Later that evening as I was digesting my Game of the Year winner Michigan (7-1 GOY) I realized how good the Huskies looked and how fortunate the Wolverines were to not only win but over as well. As I was receiving phone calls continuously after the game and before my head hit the pillow I realized that I kept thinking that Washington is not a hard bet to make. They are 14-0 have won every day outright when an underdog and dominated a championship and playoff game and they are getting points. It just didn't set right and I expected money on the dog to show. At first a trickle and then the pace picked and now I believe that so many believe it is easier to take the points in this match-up than it is to lay it after what we saw last. I don't know how and rarely predict scores as all I care is to win be it 7-6 or 44-0 just win. Take MICHIGAN! |
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01-08-24 | Rockets +4.5 v. Heat | 113-120 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
Houston at Miami 7:30 ET Rockets (+) over Heat- It was been two weeks since the Heat played at home on Christmas Day when they downed the Embiid-less 76ers. Winning at home is a must in the NBA as getting road wins are so difficult as the Heat and Houston can attest. Miami has a winning home record of 9-6 but are not so hot as home favorites going 5-10 ATS something the Rockets can make note of as they are 1-10 SU but a 7-6 ATS on the road. Once again the crew from South Beach has a number of key personnel sidelined because of nagging injuries including Jimmy Butler. The Rockets are off their Megabucks win Saturday night 122-118 over Milwaukee and this is the first of a six-game road trip. The young club from our space center are eager to prove they can win on the road. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-07-24 | Michigan State v. Northwestern +3.5 | Top | 74-88 | Win | 100 | 8 h 27 m | Show |
Michigan State at Northwestern 7:30 ET Wildcats (+) over Spartans- Feel good here having used MSU as a Power Play winner over Penn State on Thursday while the Wildcats were getting pounded by No. 9 Illinois. Northwestern coach Chris Collins attested that his cats were so bad that there is too many issues to address and we should just flush it (the NY version is ‘fagetboutit), put it behind you. His club is looking for their third straight win over the Spartans something NW hasn’t done since 1962 (the NY Mets inaugural season). PS they lost 120 games, but the Wildcats used up one of their nine lives Thursday and tonight the visitor pays (no matter who it is) Take NORTHWESTERN! |
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01-07-24 | Hawks -130 v. Magic | Top | 110-117 | Loss | -130 | 7 h 44 m | Show |
Atlanta at Orlando 3:30 ET Hawks (-) over Magic-This without a doubt in my mind the ‘Don’t make Sense’ game of the day. So much so that I was forced to check a number of different outlets to be sure the line on this contest was not an error. Orlando who has improved to the point where they have to be considered a playoff threat. The Magic are an amazing 12-4 SU and ATS at home and they have been established as an underdog to Atlanta who in six game under .500 and a horrid 8-26 ATS on the year including 6-13 ATS on the road. I need not go any further with this. This game is either in the tank or not...I believe it is...it is he only way and it’s a winner. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-07-24 | Chiefs v. Chargers -3.5 | Top | 13-12 | Loss | -105 | 16 h 27 m | Show |
Kansas City at LA Chargers 4:25 ET Chargers (-) over Chiefs- We are all aware that the Chiefs will be looking to heel some of the walking wounded this week but the question is are the Chargers able to take advantage of the skeleton crew Kansas City puts out on the field. The defending champs are locked into the No. 3 seed win or lose and will be very conservative while LA will be without QB Herbert but trying to end on a positive note after sour season. With one team cares and the other is just going though the motions there is only one side to play...take LA CHARGERS! |
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01-07-24 | Bears +3 v. Packers | 9-17 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 14 m | Show | |
Chicago at Green Bay 4:25 ET Bears (+) over Packers- Win and you are in...that is the what the Packers know, nothing else matters, win and you are in. Well, it ain’t that easy. Green Bay has won five of seven and are in the same position as last season only needing a win over Detroit to gain a playoff berth and the Lions ate them and Aaron Rodgers up. Chicago has won four-of-five games and are 0-5 against the Packers when Justin Fields starts. But, the pressure is on the Pack although have the No. 1 pick Fields might be feeling it as well, but a different kind of pressure. He gets his first win as at starter against Green Bay. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-07-24 | Falcons +3 v. Saints | 17-48 | Loss | -105 | 13 h 39 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New Orleans 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Saints- Both of these clubs are so lucky to be paying in the NFL’s weakest division and even below .500 a team still can win the title. Atlanta and New Orleans need a win but no matter who wins they need Tampa Bay to lose to Carolina. The Saints can claim a wild card spot with a scenario of other teams losses. New Orleans kept alive last week defeating Tampa Bay (blew their chance to clinch) probably playing their best overall game of the season. At the same time Atalanta was a no-show against the Bears. I expect both of them to come toward the center and the over-rated Saints to fall. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-07-24 | Jets +2 v. Patriots | 17-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 22 m | Show | |
New York Jets at New England 1:00 ET Jets (+) over Patriots- This might be silly as I have to believe that I am like oh-for-300 when dealing with these two bottom feeders who are lucky enough to play each other so that one of them will most likely post a victory. Well, that is of course if you are the Patriots. New England under Bill Belichick has had a mastery over the Jets winning the last 15 meetings and 19 of 20 with the lone defeat coming in overtime. Even when New York outplayed the Patriots they would always find a way to lose the game just like their first meeting this season. Wilson is out for the Jets and yet with the history and playing at home the odds makers believe that Jets have a chance with Siemian at QB against anybody the Pats throw at them. Jets off one of the worst performances and efforts put out against Cleveland last week and if they have any sort of pride as professionals they will come out play to close the season with a win and a better taste in their mouths off one of the most disappointing and nightmarish seasons. Take NEW YORK JETS! |
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01-07-24 | Browns v. Bengals -7.5 | 14-31 | Win | 100 | 12 h 14 m | Show | |
Cleveland at CincinnatI 1:00 ET Bengals (-) over Browns- Cleveland has quite a year from signing quarterbacks for outrageous sums and have a QB with experience and Super Bowl ring and was on a couch a month ago. Well, Flacco will be sitting once again and the Browns will send out their fifth different starting QB in Jeff Driskel and I expect a slew of other to see very little playing time. The Bengals have a number of players with contact incentives and despite last weeks disappointment will be up for the 101st Battle of Ohio. The Bengals are 52-48 and were pounded in the opener but will get even here as the Browns look toward their wild card stint net week. We are laying way too much but I do not believe it will make a difference. Take CINCINNATI! |
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01-06-24 | Texans v. Colts +1.5 | Top | 23-19 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 21 m | Show |
Houston at Indianapolis 8:00 ET Colts (+) over Texans- This encounter has so many variables that it is difficult to sort out what is relevant and what is not. The first and most important factor is that who ever wins here is guaranteed a Wild Card spot in the NFL post-season and the winner could capture the NFL South and wrap up a home game if Jacksonville losses to Carolina. (without Lawrence the Jaguars just -3 on the road). Houston has a slew of injuries to key personnel as sack lead Greenard is out along with their starting tight end and six other starters are with out or questionable. Yet, as long as CJ Stroud is starting at quarterback for the Texans the public will be backing them. In last year’s finale Houston gave away the Number 1 pick by converting a two-point conversion on the games final play to win by 1-point over who?...here it comes...the Colts. This time around even that isn’t good enough. Take INDIANAPOLIS! |
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01-06-24 | Bucks v. Rockets +7 | 108-112 | Win | 100 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Bucks- Despite having won 25 of 35 games a 71% winning pace many say Milwaukee has been inconsistent. Tonight they will play their third game in four nights and it is most likely that their 15-19-1 ATS is why people think that they are underachievers. Houston whose 17-16 record has people speaking their praises because of the difference in expectations between the two clubs as the Rockets are 14-6 (70%) SU and ATS at home. There are just two NBA that keep opponents scoring under 110 PPG and Houston is one of them while the Bucks allow 119.4 PPG ranking No. 24 in the league. This will be the Rockets seventh straight home game and they are off a 27-point home loss to Minnesota. Look for them to atone for their paltry effort last time out. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-06-24 | Utah +14 v. Arizona | Top | 73-92 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 22 m | Show |
Utah at Arizona 8:00 ET Utes (+) over Wildcats- Whoa Nellie...Thursday, I let it be know that Utah had a terrible record in Arizona and that the Sun Devils had beaten the Utes the last four games in Tempe (ASU Megabucks winner) and it gets even worse in Tucson where they have lost 11 straight times not winning there since 1986 when the New York Mets were World Series champions. Arizona destroyed Colorado Thursday night leading by 50 points at one time and finishing 97-50 dominating all phases of the game. Utah may have struggled in the desert but they are well coached and fundamentally sound. I expect a fierce competitive battle with the decision going down to the final buzzer. Take UTAH! |
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01-06-24 | Ole Miss v. Tennessee -11.5 | 64-90 | Win | 100 | 15 h 41 m | Show | |
Mississippi at Tennessee 6:00 ET Volunteers (-) over Volunteers- Now, let us take a step back and take a close look at these two SEC rivals. No. 9 Tennessee is 10-3 after a 4-3 start and have won six straight while Mississippi is not ranked and have won all 13 of their games. Yes, the Rebels are just one of three NCAA school that are still undefeated. But, I do believe that if the odds makers put a 13-0 team as an 11-point underdog they will fall from the ranked of the undefeated. What makes this price even more outrageous is that this is a Southeast conference game and for the most part they play closer than non-conference game results. The Volunteers are 7-0 SU at home tho just 3-3-1 ATS and have won 8-of-9 SU against Ole Miss. What has my attention is Mississippi first year coach who has plenty of winning experience at Texas and Texas Tech. But, tougher game experience should prevail (at east the odds makers believe so) with the Vols having played Michigan State, North Carolina, Purdue, Illinois and Kansas. Take TENNESSEE! |
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01-06-24 | Iowa State +3 v. Oklahoma | 63-71 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 14 m | Show | |
Iowa State at Oklahoma 6:00 ET Cyclones (+) over Sooners- Once again we have a ranked team in No. 11 Oklahoma who is hosting a non-ranked team with a similar record and comparable stats. Iowa State may not be ranked in the Top-25 but their numbers say that they should be. The Cyclones (11-2) have won six straight after dropping back-to-back games in late November. This will the conference opener for both schools who split the series the past two seasons. Cyclones have an edge on offense scoring 87 PPG (13th) and they play better defense ranking No. 3 allowing 59.1 PPG. Take IOWA STATE! |
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01-06-24 | Steelers v. Ravens +3 | 17-10 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 48 m | Show | |
Pittsburgh at Baltimore 4:15 ET Ravens (+) over Steelers- Baltimore has clinched the top spot in the playoffs and will have the home field advantage throughout win or lose here. Now, no one expects Lamar Jackson to see any action and with Pittsburgh moving to such a strong favorite many believe that the Ravens will lay down. Let me say this, the Ravens may get beat here not playing their best players but they will not lay down and no matter who is in uniform for the Ravens they will come to play..that is Harbaugh’s mantra. Bitter rivals the Steelers have won six of seven meeting with all games winning margins less than a touchdown. Although they will not lay down Baltimore will be without six starters while the Steelers will be all out every play but are they good enough. Take BALTIMORE! |
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01-06-24 | Boston College +3 v. Georgia Tech | 95-87 | Win | 100 | 13 h 60 m | Show | |
Boston College at Georgia Tech 4:00 ET Eagles (+) over Yellow Jackets- The first thing that caught my attention when looking at this match-up is that Georgia Tech has not play a home game in 28 days. They , played only five games only on neutral sites on their trips to Madison Square Garden in New York and on the island of Hawaii. Boston College is 2-0 on the rad having won at Citadel and Vanderbilt and they didn’t do well in any early season tournaments at neutral sites like Kansas City and Brooklyn. The Eagles are 0-2 in conference having lost to NC State and last time out to Wake Forest by identical 84-78 scores. The Engineers have won and covered the last five meetings and BC have won once in the last 11 season in Atlanta and that was by 2-points. With all this at hand the line should be much steeper. Take BOSTON COLLEGE! |
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01-06-24 | TCU +9.5 v. Kansas | 81-83 | Win | 100 | 11 h 50 m | Show | |
TCU at Kansas 2:00 ET Horned Frogs (+) over Jayhawks- It was about a year ago when Texas Christian made a statement and came into Lawrence and trounced No. 2 Kansas 83-20 and it was he worse loss in coach Bill Self’s 20-year career. That Megabucks winner ended a 16-game home winning streak and put doubt into the Jayhawks minds until the Big-12 championship which they have owned or shared the regular season title 21 straight years (really). Kansas may have championship form already defeating No. 6 Kentucky, No. 5 Tennessee and No. 4 Connecticut. Cyclones looking to prove they belong and get the money. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN! |
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01-06-24 | Kentucky v. Florida -3.5 | 87-85 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 14 m | Show | |
Kentucky at Florida 12:30 ET Gators (-) over Wildcats- This match-up has me dizzy and well not so much the match-up but the line, the line has the non-ranked Gators favored over No. 6 Kentucky who have one less loss but equal 10 wins with Florida. I understand that Florida is 6-0 at home and this is just the Wildcats second road game. What sticks with me is that over the years since their Championship years with Joakim Noah when Billy Donovan was coaching they have been one of the biggest money burners especially when favored at home. It has been seven years since Florida has won seven straight and a win here puts them in that class. Todd Golden (?) is at the helm and believe his team is ready to tame the Wildcats who have won 9-of-10 meetings going 8-2 ATS. Man-oh-man you see what I mean. Take FLORIDA! |
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01-05-24 | Magic v. Nuggets -9 | 122-120 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 1 m | Show | |
Orlando at Denver 9:00 ET Nuggets (-) over Magic- Denver is coming off a come-back win over Golden State last night as they rallied from 18 points down with 6:51 left to play to a non-cover (-4) win 130-127. Orlando has made great strides this season and had a nine game winning streak before their most recent slide as they have dropped 10 of their last 15 games overall. Although Denver is 14-3 SU at home they have a target on their backs as defending NBA champs and are just 16-20 ATS on the year. Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic has gone an unbelievable 39-for-44 from the field in the last four games and Jamal Murray has returned to the line-up full time. Take DENVER! |
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01-05-24 | Thunder v. Nets +5.5 | 115-124 | Win | 100 | 8 h 32 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Thunder- After defeating the Celtics to extend their winning streak to five games Oklahoma City was beaten by Atlanta the following night. The Thunder have lost two games in-a-row only twice this season and are 12-4 since their last two-game losing streak. Brooklyn have dropped their last five games the last four of which were on the road the second time that they have lost five-straight this season. After getting find $100,00 by the league for violating the NBA’s Player Participation Policy the Nets will be playing at full strength. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-05-24 | Hawks +3 v. Pacers | 116-150 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 3 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Indiana 7:00 ET Hawks (+) over Pacers- The high flying Hawks have started to put it together winning their last two contests scoring 130 and 141 against Washington and Oklahoma City. Indiana has won five straight since Christmas without a loss including the last two victories over Milwaukee a club that had defeated only once in 15 meetings prior to the seasons start. The Pacers who lead the NBA in scoring are led by Tyrese Haliburton who had a triple-double last time out without a turnover. Indiana leads the NBA in scoring but Atlanta is a close third and are playing their best basketball of the season right now. The Hawks were 6-25 ATS overall before their last two wins. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-05-24 | Connecticut v. Butler +6.5 | 88-81 | Loss | -105 | 15 h 29 m | Show | |
Connecticut at Butler 6:30 ET Bulldogs (+) over Huskies- No. 4 Connecticut routed undermanned DePaul 85-56 in their Big East opener while the Bulldogs have lost their last two falling at St. John’s 86-70 on Tuesday. Butler coach Thad Matta the former Xavier and Ohio State coach read the riot act to his team after getting ejected late in the game against the Red Storm and the will be ready for the Huskies. It will be a tough assignment as UConn is 7-0 lifetime against the Bulldogs and no win was by less than 12 points. So what, Bulldogs meet the challenge. Take BUTLER! |
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01-04-24 | Utah v. Arizona State +6.5 | 70-82 | Win | 100 | 11 h 37 m | Show | |
Utah at Arizona State 9:30 ET Sun Devils (+) over Utes- There must be something in the water or the ‘dry heat’ (they playing in doors and the heat is dry in Utah to) no it can’t be that. Maybe it is their proximity to Roswell NM, but Utah has lost their last three games in Tempe to the Sun Devils and it gets even worse in Tucson where they have lost 11 straight times not winning there since 1986 when the New York Mets were World Series champions. Utah has won seven straight and this is just their second true road game and they won their first at St. Mary’s. This is the Pac-12...take ARIZONA STATE! |
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01-04-24 | Nuggets v. Warriors +3.5 | Top | 130-127 | Win | 100 | 10 h 13 m | Show |
Denver at Golden State 10:00 ET Warriors (+) over Nuggets- It sorta like the sophomore jinx in baseball which basically says for first time winners (a rookie in baseball) the second time around is a bit more difficult. Denver won their first NBA championship last yer and are feeling the affects of their champagne hangover. Golden State is nothing close to what they were in recent championship years but, hey still have the greatest shooter in NBA history in Stephen Curry as well a possible runner-up in Klay Thompson (must admit he has not returned to form since his major injury). The point is the Nuggets are just 10-8 SU on the road and 7-11 ATS. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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01-04-24 | North Texas +1.5 v. Wichita State | Top | 74-62 | Win | 100 | 9 h 3 m | Show |
North Texas at Wichita State 9:00 ET Mean Green (+) over Shockers- A couple many a few more years back Wichita State made a great run entering the post-season undefeated. As a matter of fact it was 2014 and the Shockers finished the season 34-0 with the Missouri Valley Championship and lost to Kentucky 78-76 in the third round ending 35-1. That started a four year conference championship run and they have been nothing special ever since even going 17-18 last season. Paul Mills is in his first season as head coach with the Shockers and he and his squad will get a lesson in ugly basketball and tough tenacious defense tonight by the current NIT champions. I saw them defeat UAB in the NIT finals at the Orleans in Las Vegas and it is unbelievable they way they can take a team out of their game out of their comfort zone. I really like this side tonight after all Wichita State is 7-0 at home and the odds makers give the visitor and even money shot to win outright. Take NORTH TEXAS STATE! |
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01-04-24 | Penn State v. Michigan State -13 | 61-92 | Win | 100 | 6 h 27 m | Show | |
Penn State at Michigan State 7:30 ET Spartans (-) over Nittany Lions- Michigan State was ranked No. 4 during preseason and like most Tm Izzo teams they started slowly losing three of their first six losing to Arizona, Wisconsin and Nebraska. At 3-3 they faced No. 6 Baylor in Detroit and routed the Bears 88-64 and they haven’t lost since. Penn State is off back-to-back wins over Le Moyne (I honestly have never heard of them) and Rider and playing teams of that low caliber does you no good. The real competition starts for Penn State tonight in their Big Ten opener. This is a great spot for Sparty who are already 0-2 in conference play. MSU has dominated the Lions over the years besting them 43 of 53 meetings overall and 25-2 over them in East Lansing. Take MICHIGAN STATE! |
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01-03-24 | Magic +5 v. Kings | 135-138 | Win | 100 | 9 h 29 m | Show | |
Orlando at Sacramento 10:30 ET Magic (+) over Kings- Gotta love the match-up of a pair of NBA teams that have emerged as a threat to win a playoff series against any possible opponent. Orlando is a stellar 22-11 ATS this season including 10-7 ATS on the road a place few prevail. Sacramento has improved in each of the past three season’s and have swept (2-0) the series the last two seasons. But, Orlando, has grown quickly since the arrival of Paolo Branchero who has pushed the Magic into a contender. Take ORLANDO! |
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01-03-24 | NC State v. Notre Dame +5 | 54-52 | Win | 100 | 7 h 31 m | Show | |
NC State at Notre Dame 8:00 ET Fighting Irish (+) over Wolfpack- These two met during the football season and I posted on of my early season Megabucks defeats (currently on an EIGHT game win streak in football) as I took the basketball school (NCS) against a football school (ND) and paid the price of such foolishness. This time around it is basketball meetings and I against will take the home team in what is not considered their best sport. Why would you do that one might ask...because the Fighting Irish lost to Citadel and after winning only three conference games last year they are looking for their second consecutive ACC victory. ND’s pace of play should frustrate the running Tigers and the home crowd will not help. Take NOTRE DAME! |
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01-03-24 | Stanford +5 v. UCLA | 59-53 | Win | 100 | 6 h 27 m | Show | |
Stanford at UCLA 9:00 ET Cardinals (+) over Bruins- Stanford who is 6-6 have shown the capability of playing with anyone at any level as evidenced by their 100-82 rout of No. 4 Arizona. The Cardinal are trying to win their first road game of the season be it at a neutral site or a true road game as they are 0-4 SU and 0-1 in true road games. UCLA has won the last four meetings but Stanford got the money last time the clashed in February. The Bruins do not put the ball in the basket as much as the Cardinal but do the tougher defense. But, not good enough tonight. Take STANFORD! |
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01-03-24 | Clemson -115 v. Miami-FL | Top | 82-95 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 39 m | Show |
Clemson at Miami-FL 8:00 ET Tigers over Hurricanes- This one is a tough call for me but one that I had to make. Miami the city and University is one of my favorites places to be for sporting events and everything else that it has to offer. What is offered here is a well coach basketball team headed by Jim Larrannaga who is in his 14th season guiding the Hurricanes. The Miami is 8-0 SU at home and opened a small underdog to No. 16 Clemson (11-1, 1-0) in this one. The Canes have won three straight and are off a 95-55 rout of North Florida and coming off such an easy romp like that does nothing to help against a ranked club like Clemson. Just as long as the Tigers stay focused here and not have thoughts wondering to Saturday’s hosting of North Carolina they should prevail. Take CLEMSON! |
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01-03-24 | Thunder v. Hawks +1.5 | Top | 138-141 | Win | 100 | 7 h 1 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Thunder- We missed out on the Celtics and Thunder winner last night as Oklahoma City won their fifth straight game 127-123 over Boston the team with the best record in the NBA. But, I shall atone for it today with the winner here. Atlanta broke a streak of their own of four losses in-a-row Sunday by defeating lowly Washington 130-126. These two met in early November with the Thunder (+1.5) prevailing 126-117 (it was no surprise then as we did post the winner in that meeting) and this is the final meeting of the season. Last year they split the series and I see the same thing happening here. The Hawks have been putrid both SU and ATS especially at home where they are 1-12 ATS. But, they will play 13 of the next 18 at home and are looking to make up ground starting tonight. Thunder are playing back-to-back and the Hawks are flying high with confidence off the Sunday victory. The line seems a bit short and OKC looks like an easy play. Therefore...take ATLANTA! |
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01-03-24 | Bucks v. Pacers +3.5 | 130-142 | Win | 100 | 7 h 31 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Indiana 7:10 ET Pacers (+) over Bucks- When push comes to shove Milwaukee very well may have the biggest upside of all NBA contenders. Their firepower has them scoring 124.6 PPG second in the ‘Association.’ The number 1 scoring team happens to be hosting tonight match-up as the Pacers drop on 126.4 PPG. There will be no shortage of star power as the Bucks tout Antetokounmpo and Indiana sends out the fastest rising start in the NBA Tyrese Haliburton who is a triple-double machine. Look for a high scoring game with the home Pacers with the final edge. Take INDIANA! |
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01-02-24 | Nets +6 v. Pelicans | Top | 85-112 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 22 m | Show |
Brooklyn at New Orleans 8:00 ET Nets (+) over Pelicans- There two things that should happen at games end tonight is that Brooklyn will end a season long three game losing streak and the Pelicans will have their two-game win streak end. No question New Orleans has a big 3 in their line up with Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum who can carry a team as they have the past two games each scoring at least 20 points in wins over the Lakers and Jazz. The Nets who are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games are 8-1 SU and ATS in the last nine meetings and rebound here. Take BROOKLYN! |
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01-01-24 | Mavs v. Jazz +3.5 | Top | 90-127 | Win | 100 | 11 h 46 m | Show |
Dallas at Utah 9:00 ET Jazz (+) over Mavericks- The last time these two cagers met the Mavericks handed Utah a 50-point loss (147-97) the second worse loss in Jazz history and goes back to when they played in New Orleans where it made more sense to called them the Jazz. In the last meeting Utah was shorthanded and Luca Doncic dropped in 40 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists in just three quarters but since that defeat they have won seven of 10 and are healthy. Healthy or not Dallas most likely be without the services of Kyrie (Flat world) Irving who is resting and a regular basis. Take UTAH! |
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01-01-24 | Texas -3.5 v. Washington | Top | 31-37 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 47 m | Show |
Texas vs Washington 8:00 ET Longhorns (-) over Huskies- Undefeated (13-0) Washington has done everything you could possibility ask of a football team during a perfect season. Deemed underdogs three time during the year they rose to the occasion each time beating Oregon twice as underdogs and at Oregon State. Texas who is favored here was an underdog once, to Alabama, the win that put them into the FBS Final Four. The Huskies have the nation’s No. 1 passing attack and No. 10 total offense averaging 344 YPG with Michael Penix leading the way. Texas moves the ball even better having the No. 9 offense with better balance. Now, here we go with The Longhorns being the lowest ranked team team in the Finals and they are favored over the No. 1 seed...that smells. I am and you should wait as long as you can and get the best price laying...TEXAS! |
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01-01-24 | Alabama v. Michigan -125 | Top | 20-27 | Win | 100 | 47 h 35 m | Show |
Alabama vs Michigan 5:00 ET Wolverines over Crimson Tide- As far as I am concerned this ended up as the perfect match-up between two teams with similar styles. These two should slug it out for awhile and totals players will probably see it just one way. Michigan of course overpowered most of their opponents in what is considered a weaker Big Ten. Alabama meanwhile struggled but managed to clean their plate with a win over Georgia for the SEC championship after a miracle Hail-Mary that was answer against Auburn on a fourth and goal from the 29 yard line with 30 second to go. We had Alabama as our Conference Game of the Year winner over Georgia and are so looking forward to see this ‘Bama impostor go down hard here. Saban did an incredible job getting the Tide here but they are just not of the same cloth as their other champions. Take MICHIGAN! |
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01-01-24 | Liberty v. Oregon -17.5 | 6-45 | Win | 100 | 21 h 45 m | Show | |
Liberty vs Oregon 1:00 ET Ducks (-) over Flames- Okay let me see...hum, we have an undefeated club that would be Liberty (13-0) who is receiving a ton of points to a club many thought would be in the FBS Final-4. A pair of 3-point losses to Washington did the Ducks in and now in the Bo Nix showcase finale they will show the offense that we saw all season. Liberty has the No. 3 offense in thee nation and average 515 yards a game with 303 of it coming on th ground. This is where the Flames meet their Waterloo as the Ducks defense is No. 5 in rushing defense allowing just 3.4 yards per attempt. This David versus Goliath battle can only end one way and their is no stone or sling shot around to slay this offensive giant. Take OREGON! |
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01-01-24 | Iowa +6 v. Tennessee | 0-35 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 43 m | Show | |
Iowa vs Tennessee 1:00 ET Hawkeyes (+) over Volunteers- To start with I’m thinking that the No. 17 team in the country that would be Iowa is about a touchdown underdog against the No. 21 ranked club that being Tennessee seems a bit disconcerting. After all the Volunteers have gone 5-0 against the Big Ten in their last five meetings. The Haweyes have the worst offense in modern college football history and total a meek 240 YPG and still managed 10 wins. That is truly a testament to their coaching their defense held three of the last four opponents to their season low in total yards and they were shut out in the Big Ten Championship game. This to me is a vital point as a team entering a bowl game after having been shutout in their final game come out and play an aggressive game. Hawkeyes more respectful of their SEC opponent than the Vols will show against the Big Ten. Take IOWA! |
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01-01-24 | Wisconsin +9 v. LSU | 31-35 | Win | 100 | 20 h 58 m | Show | |
Wisconsin vs LSU 12:00 ET Badgers (+) over Tigers- Once again Wisconsin would have the most drab, unimaginative and boring offense in the nation if it wasn’t for Iowa. The Badgers meager offense scores 22 PPG ranking them in the 2nd group of 100. LSU is anther story as they ended up the highest scoring team in FBS action averaging 46.4 PPG and are No. 1 in total yards 548 and yards per play 8.5. The Tigers also tout this year’s Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels who’s impact on the game can not b denied and he like so many others has passed on this game in order to play with his pud. I am looking to fade the Tigers off last year’s bowl win over Purdue when as a 21-point favorite the destroyed a hapless and undermanned Purdue team and showed no mercy at any all winning the Citrus Bowl 63-7. Brian Kelly is 1-7 ATS as a bowl favorite of 7 or more points (ML Playbook) so despite the Badgers weak offense they will get the money. Take WISCONSIN! |
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12-31-23 | Packers v. Vikings -115 | 33-10 | Loss | -115 | 24 h 32 m | Show | |
Green Bay at Minnesota 8:20 ET Packers (+) over Vikings- These two 7-8 clubs are in a virtual elimination game as the loser will be out (maybe 2-4% chance) of the hunt while the winner gets to a 50/50 chance to move on. Last week Green Bay was in command with entire game but allowed a pair of late touchdowns by Carolina giving them a back-door cover 33-30. Last Saturday at home Minnesota blew a third quarter led to Detroit and never really in it once the fourth quarter started. Team seem headed in different directions but fortunes change...take MINNESOTA! |
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12-31-23 | Magic +5.5 v. Suns | 107-112 | Win | 100 | 21 h 16 m | Show | |
Orlando at Phoenix 8:00 ET Magic (+) over Suns- Phoenix who procured Kevin Durant before the close of the 2023-23 season and then proceeded to acquire Bradley Beal to go along with Devin Booker, Eric Gordon and Grayson Allen have only had three games with the Big-3 in the line-up. Friday the Suns won for the first time with their trio of super starts in the lineup defeating lowly Charlotte 133-119 as 15.5 point favorites. We always hear stories of how teams with new players especially high profile stars take time to mesh and learn each other idiosyncrasies. So, now after one game together and have a good shooting night against a very weak club I am to believe that the Suns rises in the west...not so fast my friend. Phoenix had lost nine of 12 before their consecutive wins and they are .5-12 ATS at home. I really don’t have much to say about the Magic other than they are much better than most people realize as their No. 1 draft pick from a year ago Paolo Branchero all-around play is infectious. Take ORLANDO! |
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12-31-23 | Nets +7.5 v. Thunder | 108-124 | Loss | -108 | 4 h 5 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Oklahoma City 7:05 ET Nets (+) over Thunder- The Thunder continue to win and are on a three game streak right now and have won six-of-seven which brings them to a 70% winning percentage at 21-9 SU. OKC showed improvement he latter half of last season and the addition of 2nd year rookie (may not make sense but it is true) Chet Holmgren has make major contribution that Wembanyama can not match. Brooklyn reminds me of what the Thunder were last season they are young and hungry and give a full 48 minute effort. OKC is third in scoring while the Nets are strong off the boards ranking third. This one stays close. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-31-23 | Rams v. Giants +6 | Top | 26-25 | Win | 100 | 19 h 28 m | Show |
Los Angeles Rams at New York Giants 1:00 ET Giants (+) over Rams- Well, Tommy ‘Cutlets’ DeVito’s 15-minutes are up and the Jersey native can always say what was but from here on out he will on the sidelines (if that). The Giants, one of the two disasters that have been playing professional football in New York this year have not quit on the season. Unlike their AFC rival the New York Jets and they are reviving QB Tyrod Taylor who I liken to Geno Smith. Taylor who started at QB in the 2010 Orange Bowl opposite Andrew Luck, has a Super Bowl ring (Baltimore), a Pro Bowl appearance and 13 years under his belt. He was very inconsistent in his early years but has been around long enough to mature into the quarterbacking position and can still be ‘electric’ creating explosive plays. The Giants have not quit and can pull the outright upset win (always take the points) over the Rams. The Rams have been overachievers this season and and have finally caught the eye of the public and it will catch up to them here. Take NEW YORK GIANTS! |
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12-31-23 | Saints +2.5 v. Bucs | Top | 23-13 | Win | 100 | 17 h 50 m | Show |
New Orleans at Tampa Bay 1:00 ET Saints (+) over Buccaneers- I’m hearing quarterback Baker Mayfield has been outstanding controlling the ball and has grown into the position after a number of disappointments. In his sixth season and with his fourth team in the last three years, he currently has the highest QB rating of his career at 96.7 and the Bucs have won four in-a-row. New Orleans is still live in the division but only with a win here and they were defeated soundly by Tampa Bay 26-9 in the Superdome and are looking to extract a turn about here. Saints defense up to the ask as Mayfield under pressure reverts back to form. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-31-23 | Raiders v. Colts -4 | 20-23 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 41 m | Show | |
Las Vegas at Indianapolis 1:00 ET Colts (-) over Raiders- I got this from a guy who says he knows a guy, who knows a guy who said the Colts are going to win...so here we are. Nah, it is a matter of numbers and Las Vegas is full of numbers and odds and they are usually not in your favor. The Raiders are still in the AFC playoff hunt after their Christmas Day upset win at Kansas City (their 1st in over 10 years there) and are 4-3 under interim coach Antonio Pierce. Right now Indianapolis holds the final wild card spot and could put the Raiders fans out of their misery with a win here. After scoring on their first drive of the day in Atlanta last week the Colts were corralled for the remainder of the game and held to a mere field goal. Vegas’ Josh Jacobs is out along with tight end Michael Mayers and a pair of starting offensive lineman are down as well. Rookie Aidan O’Connell doesn’t have enough game experience to overcome those holes. Take INDIANAPOLIS! |
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12-31-23 | Falcons +2.5 v. Bears | 17-37 | Loss | -100 | 17 h 33 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Chicago 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Bears- last week I used the Falcons as my Major Shocker winner and they to care of business against the visiting Colts. I thought that after that performance Atlanta might attract more attention but the general public seems a bit enamored by the Bears. Maybe it’s the Midway Magic but Chicago who has won three of the last four games has garnered some respect not only from bookmakers but from the ‘players’ alike (gamblers) as well. Chicago has less than a 1% chance to make the playoff and with a high draft pick expected there is added pressure on the inaccurate Justin Fields. He has legs but the Falcons have bigger and strong guys to run the ball and they will. Tylor Heinicke does it again...take ATLANTA! |
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12-31-23 | Dolphins +3.5 v. Ravens | 19-56 | Loss | -115 | 16 h 4 m | Show | |
Miami at Baltimore 1:00 ET Dolphins (+) over Ravens- First thoughts about this match-up was that the Ravens are coming off a huge win as our Prime-time Megabucks winner and i want to fade them this week. Unfortunately, we can’t have everything and although I don’t mind their opponent being Miami who has to travels north. But they are here after winning a big game of their own defeating Dallas 22-20. So, like Baltimore the Dolphins may not be at their emotional peak but they are pros and both clubs are fighting for a home field advantage which the Ravens possess right now. The Dolphins have won the past two meetings in each of the last two years with Tua at the helm.Take MIAMIo |
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12-30-23 | Lions v. Cowboys -5 | Top | 19-20 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 6 m | Show |
Detroit at Dallas 8:15 ET Cowboys (-) over Lions- There are a couple of key factors that I must consider when viewing this contest. To start although Detroit still has motivation to gain home field and the No. 1 seed they should still be hung-over from celebrating the clinching of the NFC North Division title for the first time in 30 years. Meanwhile, Dallas needs a win in the worst way after getting thumped by Buffalo 31-10 and then last week blew every opportunity to win and finally could not make a stop against Miami in a 22-20 loss. The Cowboys have dominated all opponents at home scoring over 30 points in all seven wins going 6-1 ATS. Take DALLAS! |
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12-30-23 | Heat v. Jazz +1.5 | Top | 109-117 | Win | 100 | 16 h 11 m | Show |
Miami at Utah 5:00 ET Jazz (+) over Heat- This looks to me like a mirror image of the Thursday’s game with the Heat being a small underdog to the Warriors and now it has folded over with them as a small favorite at Utah. The Jazz just finished a five-game road trip and won the middle three games before falling at New Orleans Thursday night. The Jazz should be a full strength health wise for the first time this season while Miami continues to play hurt and continues to win. Utah has been under-maned most of the season and yet have managed to post a winning record at home going 8-5 SU and more importantly 9-3 ATS. The Heat have won the last five meetings, but the Jazz got the money the last meeting and will get it done here. Take UTAH! |
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12-30-23 | Auburn v. Maryland +6.5 | Top | 13-31 | Win | 100 | 14 h 13 m | Show |
Auburn at Maryland 11:00 ET Terrapins (+) over Tigers- This was one of the first games that I gravitated toward and that was because the line opened Auburn minus-2.5 and I thought the line was short and was looking forward to a Maryland outright upset win. But, as they say in the Crescent City ‘shit happens’ and it did here. The Terrapins were 7-5 and led by Taulia Tagovailoa (yeah little brother) set Maryland and Big Ten records for passing and they still lost five times. The Tigers of course closed their season 30 seconds too late otherwise would have defeated rival Alabama and probably be playing New Year’s Day. As it is they are now close to a TD favorite. But, the Auburn offense which was limited to start with be without three defensive starters and a total of six offensive backs and receivers opt out. Take MARYLAND! |
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12-30-23 | Creighton +4 v. Marquette | 67-72 | Loss | -110 | 2 h 17 m | Show | |
Creighton vs Marquette 2:00 ET Golden Eagles (-) over Bluejays- One of these two top Big East squads will have two losses to start conference play after this contest is over. Marquette dropped their conference opener at Providence but responded with a win over Georgetown 81-51. I saw Marquette falling to Villanova who won’t be contending for the title. The Bluejays had way too many turnovers and I have my doubts as to how good they really are but they can handle this spot. Take CREIGHTON! |
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12-30-23 | Ole Miss v. Penn State -4 | 38-25 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 33 m | Show | |
Mississippi vs. Penn State 12:00 ET Nittany Lions (-) over Rebels- Can you imagine they still allow Mississippi to refer to themselves a s Rebels (that will change). Both of these clubs suffered just two losses and they were when they played top ranked teams. Penn State fell to Michigan and Ohio State while Mississippi succumbed to Alabama and Georgia each losing to a team in the FBS Final-4 and the last two they didn’t get there. Six Nittany Lions players have declared for the NFL draft but will play will All-Big Ten Defensive end Chop Robinson did opt out. The Rebels also had only one player opt out and he also is a defensive end Cedric Johnson. Mississippi has the 15th ranked offense averaging 455 YPG while The Lions have the No. 1 overall defense allowing just 223 YPG and with a win here they will become the first school to have won all six New Year’s Day Bowl games. Take PENN STATE! |
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12-29-23 | Thunder +2.5 v. Nuggets | 119-93 | Win | 100 | 9 h 22 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City at Denver 9:00 ET Thunder (+) over Nuggets- My goodness this is a short price to lay with the defending NBA Champions at home. Denver has not been all that bad at home going 13-2 SU although just 8-7 ATS with one of their two outright losses coming at the hands of the Thunder. Oklahoma City has the youngest team in the league and don’t know that they are supposed to be intimated by the defending champs...they are not! The Thunder have won their last two and seven of their last nine and will get it done again tonight. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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12-29-23 | San Diego State +7.5 v. Gonzaga | Top | 84-74 | Win | 100 | 9 h 51 m | Show |
San Diego State at Gonzaga 9:00 ET Aztecs (+) over Bulldogs- Each of these two programs have represented the west in the NCAA Final Four over the past three years with San Diego State falling this past April and Gonzaga in 2021 and 2017. These two programs have split four previous meetings and the Aztecs have won their last three with their two losses coming against BYU and Grand Canyon (much better than people realize). Gonzaga is the big name team coming from the west but San Diego State has won 20 games or more in 17 of 18 seasons and will keep this one close with their stellar defense. Take SAN DIEGO STATE! |
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12-29-23 | 76ers v. Rockets +1.5 | 131-127 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 23 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over 76ers- Philadelphia is just not anything close to the same team when playing without the NBA’s MVP Joel Embiid who is the league leading scorer. The 76ers were 0-4 SU without their big man until a 20-point win at Orlando and winning on the road which has been a weak spot for them in recent seasons. Houston is one of the youngest teams (and developing fast) in the NBA and excel at home where they are 12-4 SU and 11-4-1 ATS. Embiid is still out. Take HOUSTON! |
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12-29-23 | Missouri +5 v. Ohio State | Top | 14-3 | Win | 100 | 16 h 9 m | Show |
Missouri vs Ohio State 8:00 ET Tigers (+) over Buckeyes- This game has been all over the place with Ohio State opening at minus-6.5 and moving to the dog at as high as plus +3.5. Rumors of he is and who is not paying have settled down and the line returned to where it should have been the entire time. Missouri (10-2) expects a full roster and appear to be motivated more than the Buckeyes. After getting bounced out of the FBS Championship contention OSU lost their quarterback to the transfer portal (Syracuse of all places) and lost all incentive. If it is a matter of motivation the game belongs to the Tigers. Take MISSOURI! |
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12-29-23 | Kings v. Hawks | Top | 117-110 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 54 m | Show |
Sacramento at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+)over Kings- Atlanta may be the biggest underachiever in the NBA this season as they ave one of the worst home records in the league. The Hawks are a meager 4-8 SU at home but are an horrid 1-11 ATS as hosts despite having one of the top guards Trae young who averages 28.1 points and 11.3 assists. Sacramento can match the Hawk front court play as De’ Aaron Fox averages 30.2 and 6,1 assists. The Kings have won six of 10 while the black birds have lost three straight and won just three of their last 12 games. They are ranked No 3 on offense with 122.3 PPG while the Kings are NO. 22 on defense allowing 118 PPG. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-29-23 | Memphis v. Iowa State -10.5 | 36-26 | Loss | -109 | 12 h 32 m | Show | |
Iowa State vs Memphis 3:30 ET Cyclones (-) over Tigers- There is ‘something reeeally, really wrong here’ as Al Pacino would say. As we can’t figure how a team that won nine games is playing at home and have had a season with unbelievable production. Okay, Iowa State did play tougher competition but still they were just 7-5 losing to the likes of MAC Ohio. Look at the seasonal stats one would think that they have listed the wrong team the favorite as Memphis was No. 7 in scoring and averaged 39.7 PPG while The Cyclones were at No. 75 scoring 26.2 PPG. With Memphis playing at home and scoring as they do (40 per) it makes absolutely no sense to get points at home. If Carmine or Mario bet the Cyclones today (I believe they will) they will storm Memphis. Take IOWA STATE! |
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12-29-23 | Notre Dame v. Oregon State +6.5 | 40-8 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 2 m | Show | |
Notre Dame vs Oregon State 8:00 ET Beavers (+) over Fighting Irish- With so many players opting out it was a little more difficult to grade this match-up but after all is said and done we have the answer. To start with you are always live when plying against the Fighting Irish in big games because they have such a huge national following there is always money behind them. Notre Dame is just 20-21 in bowl games while the upstart Beavers are 12-7 lifetime in bowl games and 2-0 in El Paso. Both starting quarterbacks are missing but, Oregon State will start Ben Gulbranson who was 7-1 as a starter in 2022 and the Las Vegas bowl routing Florida 30-3 and was named MVP. The Irish will start Steve Angeli who has 25 career passing attempts. Take OREGON STATE! |
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12-28-23 | Heat +3.5 v. Warriors | 114-102 | Win | 100 | 10 h 13 m | Show | |
Miami at Golden State 10:00 ET Heat (+) over Warriors- Even through their slow start had Miami had struggling but they have managed to win nine of 15 road games. Only three other teams in the NBA have won more on the road while Golden State who also is off to a weak start to the season has reeled off eight straight home wins. The Warriors may have won at home but they are a disappointing 6-9 ATS as hosts. The Heat still doesn’t know if Jimmy Butler will be able to play as he has missed the last three games and yet the line on this match-up is very low. It leads me to believe the Warriors will struggle again. Take MIAMI! |
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12-28-23 | Arizona -135 v. Oklahoma | Top | 38-24 | Win | 100 | 21 h 13 m | Show |
Arizona vs Oklahoma 9:15 ET Wildcats (+) over Sooners- Oh boy...what do the Sooners have left after numerous transfers and defections( Every aspect of their play has been affected. I wonder after missing out on a New Year’s Day game and having replacement players in the lineup how much incentive will they have. Some have said that a second-string player at Oklahoma is still better than a starter at Arizona and at one time that might have been true but...not this season. The Wildcats will be playing their last game as a member of the Pac-12, a once proud football conference that dominated the NCAA scene during the late 60’s and 70’s (Anyone remember OJ). The Wildcats who had only one player opt out appreciates being here as they haven’t qualified for a bowl game in six years. They have kept their team and chemistry intact for this one as everyone is psyched and wants to play. In 2021 when head coach Jedd Fisch took over the Wildcats had lost 20 straight games and two years later he told his squad “It is a privilege to play in a bowl game.” I think so too and love what he has going on there. Take ARIZONA! |
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12-28-23 | Jets +8 v. Browns | Top | 20-37 | Loss | -120 | 29 h 22 m | Show |
New York Jets at Cleveland 8:15 ET Jets (+) over Browns- Talk about quarterback issues both of these teams are on their fourth starting quarterbacks and one of them was on a couch in his living room before coming out of a forced retirement. Cleveland has been through Watson, Thompson-Robinson, PJ Walker and now Joe Flacco who has led them to four straight wins and at 10-5 which has them a No. 3 seed in the AFC. The Jets, well, it is sad. They have been through Arron Rodgers (4-plays), Wilson, Tim Boyle (who has been released) and now Trevor Siemian who is in his seventh year and fourth different team in the last three years and his highest completion percentage in any season was 57 and his current QB rating after three games with the Jets is 53.8 with one TD pass and three interceptions. Not very impressive is it. The Browns are 7-1 both SU and ATS at home while the Jets have covered once in six road games. But, I expect both of these AFC rivals to move toward the center with the jets being better and the home team sliding a bit. Siemian led the green slime to 30 points last week against Washington and he can keep this one close as their defense steps up. Take NEW YORK JETS! |
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12-28-23 | NC State +2.5 v. Kansas State | 19-28 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 44 m | Show | |
N.C. State vs Kansas State 5:45 ET Wolfpack (+) over Wildcats- I have to laugh and I mean really laugh because of what the transfer portal does and doesn’t do for some schools. The past couple of years Brennan Armstrong was quarterbacking Virginia Tech and I thought he was less than average for a college QB. The lefty who was inaccurate throwing and had a lot of help from his All-American tight end at Virginia and still was the Cavaliers all-time leading passer with 9,034 yards and 58 touchdowns. He transfers to NC State this season and was benched by the Wolfpack after just five games and returns defeats North Carolina 39-20. Guess what...NC State won their last five. Kansas State’s starting QB Will Howard was injured and is in transfer portal and will be replaced by Avery Johnson who will be making his first career start. The Wildcats also lost their defensive captain and a pair of all conference starters. Take NORTH CAROLINA STATE! |
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12-28-23 | Rutgers -125 v. Miami-FL | Top | 31-24 | Win | 100 | 14 h 27 m | Show |
Rutgers vs Miami-FL 2:15 ET Scarlet Knights (+) over Hurricanes- Miami has been underachievers under Mario Critobal’s reign as they started the past two seasons with what many felt was going to be a first round draft choice at quarterback. Hurricanes quarterback Tyler Van Dyke has moved into the transfer portal and is on his way to Wisconsin (so I guess his career as a QB should end there). Rutgers has shown huge improvement since entering the Big Ten which didn’t always show up as wins but they haven’t played Miami since 2003 when they lost their 11 straight to the Canes and are looking to post their first series win here. The Scarlet Knight will enjoy playing in Yankees Stadium with the nasty weather and home crowd support. Miami will be thinking of South Beach before the end of the half. Take RUTGERS! |
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12-28-23 | SMU v. Boston College +10.5 | 14-23 | Win | 100 | 14 h 10 m | Show | |
S.M.U. vs Boston College 2:00 ET Eagles (+) over Mustangs- SMU has been good to us all year and the fact that they were the underdog in the American Athletic Conference Championship game against Tulane made me take a step back. They won the title of course and captured their first conference championship since 1984 when they won the Southwest Conference. They had RB Greg James and Eric Dickerson and my buddy Ron Meyer (who has passed away is 2017) was head coach. The Mustangs had to go with redshirt freshman Kevin Jennings in the final and he threw for 203 yards which is fine but well below what their season average was. The Eagles had a five-game win streak before closing the season with three of losses to Virginia Tech, Miami and Pittsburgh. That fits a trend that gives us the dog here. Take BOSTON COLLEGE! |
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12-27-23 | Knicks +3.5 v. Thunder | 120-129 | Loss | -112 | 8 h 11 m | Show | |
New York at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Knicks (+) over Thunder- OKC has three of the NBA’s youngest stars as their wait to next year mantra has turned into winning now. At 19-9 the Thunder have to be taken seriously being led by All-star Gilgeous Alexander, second year rookie Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. New York is led by Jalen Brunson and although they have lost their center Mitchell and still are second in the NBA in rebounding while Oklahoma City is second to last. Knicks over win over Milwaukee adding the confidence needed to beat the league’s elite. Take NEW YORK! |
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12-27-23 | Louisville v. USC +6.5 | Top | 28-42 | Win | 100 | 6 h 23 m | Show |
Louisville vs USC 8:00 ET Trojans(+) over Cardinals- This game has left me swinging in the wind as trends and key factors point toward and away from both clubs. Southern Cal will of course be without last year’s Heisman winner Caleb Williams and will have 19 other players either in transfer portal or prepping for the NFL draft. The Trojans were 6-0 but closed the season losing five of their final six. Miller Moss will get his first start for USC although he has been part of the team for three years and seeing this as his only opportunity to showcase his talents. Louisville has dropped their last two including the ACC Championship game to Florida State. The Trojans are 36-20 in bowl action and those whose didn’t get their chance during the regular season will shine here. Take SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA! |
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12-27-23 | Bucks v. Nets +5 | Top | 144-122 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 40 m | Show |
Milwaukee at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Bucks- When reviewing the Bucks play to date my thoughts run to this club scoring points and not playing the tough defense needed to win during the playoffs. Milwaukee is second in the NBA in points scored with 124.5 per game but allow 119.1 and have surrendered 120 points or more 15 times this season as their interior presence has been soft allowing 53 points per game in the paint. They have gone ‘over’ the total in 20 of their 30 games. Brooklyn who is 11-4-1 ATS at home have dropped nine of 11 SU against the Bucks but have gone 3-1 ATS in the last four meetings and 5-of-6 have gone under. The Nets had dropped five straight until their two wins against Detroit and are 1-6 ATS in their last seven. They are a young club that will surprise the league in their play before the season’s end and they are eager to measure up against the Bucks. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-27-23 | Virginia Tech -10.5 v. Tulane | Top | 41-20 | Win | 100 | 13 h 55 m | Show |
Military Bowl 2:00 ET Annapolis, MD Virginia Tech vs Tulane 2:00 ET Hokies (-) over Green Wave- This was one of the first games among the 42 bowl games that drew my attention because the line is so outrageous it could not be ignored. I actually thought that I had written the spread down incorrectly with Virginia Tech in the favorites role. Okay, I might give you that the Hokies play a more difficult schedule but not by all that much and they were just 6-6 anyway. Tulane has won 11 games after winning 12 last season including a bowl win over USC. So, is this price an over-reaction to the Green Wave entering this game without their head coach and quarterback who is preparing for the NFL draft. This point spread comes under more scrutiny upon seeing that Va. Tech has dropped four straight bowl games. Tulane is using an interim coach and has already hired Jon Sumrall from Troy as their new head coach but he won’t be a part of this bowl game. They will be without their quarterback, their leading rusher, without their leading receiver and five top defensive players. Take VIRGINIA TECH! |
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12-26-23 | Kansas v. UNLV +13.5 | 49-36 | Win | 100 | 18 h 31 m | Show | |
Kansas vs UNLV 9:00 ET Runnin’ Rebels (+) over Jayhawks- I hope that I am not being blinded by the Vegas glitch and glitter but I saw some explosive plays from from the UNLV offense this season. Wide receiver Ricky White had 1,386 receiving yards while freshman quarterback Jayden Maiava threw for 2,794 yards. They are quicker and faster than most realize as the Jayhawks will find out soon enough. Kansas still isn’t aware if top running back Devin Neal may still opt out for the NFL draft. The Rebels are strong on special teams led by Lou Groza Award winner Lou Pizano for made 25-27 FG attempts. Take UNLV! |
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12-26-23 | Pacers +3.5 v. Rockets | Top | 123-117 | Win | 100 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
Indiana at Houston 8:00 ET Pacers (+) over Rockets- Indiana was the NBA’s highest scoring team as of two weeks ago but have hit a snag losing their last two and six of seven as they meet Houston for the first time this season. The Pacers made a run during the NBA in-season tournament and are seeking to regain their intensity after a disappoint loss to the Lakers in the final. The Rockets are an outstanding 12-2 SU and 11-2-1 ATS at home but have lost seven straight to the Pacers going 2-7 ATS. They have rebounded nicely with a pair of wins after having dropped three straight but just seem to struggle against this Hoosier state club. Take INDIANA! |
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12-26-23 | Grizzlies v. Pelicans -4 | 116-115 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 0 m | Show | |
Memphis at New Orleans 8:10 ET Pelicans (+) over Grizzlies- Ja is back! Ja Morant who was suspended the first 25 games of the regular season has return with a splash as Memphis who was 6-19 in his absence have now won three straight upon his return. (After three games he might have already established he is the league’s MVP) The Grizzlies started their win streak at New Orleans a week ago when the Pelicans blew a 24-point lead having a fourth quarter collapse. The Crescent City will host this meeting once again with the line dropping from a minus-8.5 and now have a price of minus-4.5 a number they will cover handing the Grizzlies their first loss since Morant’s return. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-26-23 | Hawks +1.5 v. Bulls | Top | 113-118 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 58 m | Show |
Atlanta at Chicago 8:00 ET Hawks (+) over Bulls- Atlanta’s Trae Young is on a record setting streak scoring 30 points or more with at least 10 assists in seven straight games although the Hawks were only 3-4 losing their last two. Chicago is 2-1 on their current five game home stand and this without All-star Zach Levine who remains sidelined with a foot injury. The high flying Hawks average 122.7 PPG which is No. 2 in NBA scoring while the Bulls offense struggles at 110 PPG ranking 27th. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-26-23 | Bowling Green +3.5 v. Minnesota | 24-30 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
Bowling Green vs Minnesota 2:00 ET Falcons (+) over Golden Gophers- Minnesota is the only college football team in a bowl game that hasn’t really qualified winning only five of 12 games. But, the University had the highest GPA among the five win schools so they were rewarded. One thing that has not been rewarded is their backers as they ‘covered’ just three of 12 games but they have won six straight bowl games four of which came under coach P.J. Fleck. Bowling Green returns to Quick Lane Bowl in Detroit for the second straight year but have not won a bowl game since 2014. The Gophers will start senior Cole Kramer (his first start) as Athen Kaliakmanis joined the transfer portal. Minny has been an underachiever all season and I don’t expect any changes here. Take BOWLING GREEN! |
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12-25-23 | Ravens +6.5 v. 49ers | Top | 33-19 | Win | 100 | 20 h 26 m | Show |
Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday's to all... Baltimore at San Francisco 8:20 ET Ravens (+) over 49ers- This could very well be a preview of this years Super Bowl as both these clubs are currently at 11-3 and the No. 1 seeds in their respective conferences. The loser of course still can retain that position by winning their last two games. Baltimore has won five of the last seven meetings but the most recent encounter was four years ago 20-17 at home and of course in the Super Bowl 34-31 in 2012. I imagine the spread is this high based on the MVP potential of Brock Purdy (the favorite in Las Vegas -260) and Christian McCaffrey as well as an offense that leads the NFL averaging 7.0 yards per play. The Ravens have the No. 2 defense overall and this is where the winner will be determined. In a game like this where both teams actually have a chance to win the game I would prefer taking points especially by the underdog here who feels slighted by the odds makers. Take BALTIMORE! |
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12-25-23 | 76ers v. Heat -2.5 | 113-119 | Win | 100 | 18 h 16 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Miami 8:00 ET Heat (-) over 76ers- Something might be going on here as Miami comes up the favorite against the 76ers. It just does not make sense Philadelphia has been one of the most dominate teams in the NBA this season and are 20-8 SU and 8-4 SU and ATS on the road. What is going on is that Joel Embiid the reigning MVP who averages a league high 35 points,11.7 rebounds six assists and 2 blocked shots.The Heat just haven’t been able to put it together yet and are just 4-10 ATS at home. But, without their stud they are not the same. Take MIAMI! |
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12-25-23 | Celtics v. Lakers +3 | 126-115 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 24 m | Show | |
Boston at LA Lakers 5:00 ET Lakers (+) over Celtics- The Celtics are shooting the lights out of the ball scoring 144 and 145 points in their past two games making 47 three-point shots. Yep, 47 long range bombs defeating the Kings and Clippers and that was the first time since 1966 that the Celtics scored over 140 points in consecutive games. The Lakers with Anthony Davis and LeBron can dominate play at times but the rest of the squad has to pick up the slack. LA won the in season tourney and have dropped five of six since. On Christmas and with a national audience King James will do enough to get the money here. Take the LA LAKERS |
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12-25-23 | Bucks v. Knicks +3.5 | Top | 122-129 | Win | 100 | 10 h 29 m | Show |
Milwaukee at New York 12:00 ET Knicks (+) over Bucks- This is the second of back-to-back contests and Milwaukee already routed the Knicks 130-111 winning their ninth straight in the series bring their ATS record to 7-0-2. New York has shown improvement in each of the past three seasons under Tom Tribodeau but have had their problems with the Bucks. The media in NY has been riding the Knicks pretty hard saying that they can’t win against the NBA elite and site the Bucks as a perfect example. But, they are capable and are 7-4 SU at home while Milwaukee is 6-5 ATS on the road but just 13-16 ATS on the season. Take NEW YORK! |
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12-24-23 | Patriots +7 v. Broncos | Top | 26-23 | Win | 100 | 19 h 54 m | Show |
New England at Denver 8:20 ET Patriots (+) over Broncos- Upon researching the results of past meeting it was found that the last time these two team met was 10 season’s ago when Brady and Manning were leading their respective clubs. There really isn’t to many positive things that can be said about the Patriots and after a slow start by Denver who lost their first three games and surrendered 70 points to Miami before defeating Chicago with a late fourth quarter comeback. New England has had a horrific season going 3-11 SU and (4-10) ATS but have covered two straight including a win over the Steelers. The broncos attack is based on their run game and stopping the run is about the only thing the Pats have had some success doing is stopping the run. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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12-24-23 | Cowboys +2.5 v. Dolphins | Top | 20-22 | Win | 100 | 16 h 48 m | Show |
Dallas at Miami 4:25 ET Cowboys (+) over Dolphins- There is a rap that going with both of these teams and one of them will prevail to end the knock on them. The talk is that neither of these teams wins against top competition although the Cowboys did a job on Philadelphia who is fading fast two weeks ago and then were punished by Buffalo last week. Miami shut out (30-0) the hapless Jets last week and the gap between that New York team and Dallas is huge. The Dolphins could just get man-handled by the Dallas interior and I look for one eam to rebound and the other to slide back. Take DALLAS! |
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12-24-23 | Packers v. Panthers +4 | 33-30 | Win | 100 | 13 h 49 m | Show | |
Green Bay at Carolina 1:00 ET Panthers (+) over Packers- Stop the presses the Panthers won a game last week against Atlanta and didn’t even score a touchdown as three field goals did the trick in a 9-7 win. Green Bay (6-8) is in a similar situation as this contest is vital for their playoff hopes and the pressure is all on them.Opening line was bout six but the ‘sharps’ in Vegas have knocked it down to where it is now. Packers are struggling and have dropped their last two against the Giants and Buccaneers. Jordan Love numbers can make up for a lack of a running game for the Pack. Take CAROLINA! |
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12-24-23 | Lions v. Vikings +3 | 30-24 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 13 m | Show | |
Detroit at Minnesota 1:00 ET Vikings (+) over Lions- Detroit needs one more win to clinch their first division title in 30 years and have three game to do it. Two of those games will be against 2nd place Minnesota who will be starting Nick Mullins who threw for 303 yards in last weeks overtime loss at Cincinnati will be making his second star in place of Joshua Dobbs who was shutout by the Raiders and Mullins replaced him in the 3-0 win. The Vikings found a running game last week as Ty Chandler ran for 132 yards. The Lions are not the same club when out of their den. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-24-23 | Colts v. Falcons -3 | 10-29 | Win | 100 | 12 h 54 m | Show | |
Indianapolis at Atlanta 1:00 ET Falcons (-) over Colts- Atlanta was tied for the division lead prior to their losses to Tampa Bay and Carolina last week scoring on two field goals. Coach Arthur Smith will be making his tird quarterback change of the season going back to Taylor Heinke in an effort to save his job which is fading fast. The Colts beat up the Steelers last week as Gardner Minshew is now 6-4 as a starter. Indianapolis has won 15 of 17 meetings all-time with the last win coming over four years ago. There is some kind of insurrection happening with the Colts as a pair (that’s two) players were suspended this week for action detrimental to the team. Take ATLANTA |
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12-23-23 | Bills v. Chargers +13 | 24-22 | Win | 100 | 33 h 22 m | Show | |
Buffalo at LA Chargers 8:15 ET Chargers (+) over Bills- Buffalo is hot and Los Angeles is not (except to the sky is falling crew). The Bills have responded after having their backs to the wall and facing playoff elimination with huge wins at Kansas City and over Dallas. The beat goes on for the Chargers who have lost five of six with their lone win coming over New England. Los Angeles was bounce from post season possibilities after the former LA team the Raiders trounced them 63-21 at Las Vegas. But, with Staley being fired and the Bills being who they are I expect a letdown from the visitor and a game played hard by a team humiliated in their last outing. Take LA CHARGERS! |
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12-23-23 | St. John's v. Connecticut -11.5 | 65-69 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 38 m | Show | |
St. John’s at Connecticut 8:00 ET Huskies (+) over Red Storm- Both of these clubs had their Big East openers this week and with unexpected results. The defending national champs suffered their worse loss in almost four years as Seton Hall trounced Connecticut 75-60. Seton Hall under Rick Pitino opened conference play with a 75-60 win over Xavier. The Red Storm only returned two players from last season’s and had trouble early meshing together. The Huskies were off to an impressive start with double digit wins over North Carolina, Texas and Gonzaga but fell at Kansas. Look for the champs to rebound (literally) and handle the storm easily. Take CONNECTICUT! |
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12-23-23 | Utah v. Northwestern +6 | 7-14 | Win | 100 | 39 h 4 m | Show | |
Las Vegas Bowl Utah vs Northwestern 9:00 ET Wildcats (+) over Utes- How many time can Utah play in Las Vegas without it seeming routine even for a Bowl game. The Utes haven’t had their starting quarterback all season playing back-up one of them Bryson Barns is set to start even though he is in the NCAA transfer portal along with two of his receivers. Northwestern is a bit more cohesive as a team and have won four of five after rebounding from a 3-4 start. The Wildcats are on a 4-game bowl winning streak while Utah has lost their last four bowl encounters. The Cats have rebounded from a money wrench thrown at them when the lost head coach Pat Fitzgerald because of hazing accusations. Transfer QB Ben Bryant will start after missing four game do to injury. Take NORTHWESTERN! |
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12-23-23 | Magic +1.5 v. Pacers | 117-110 | Win | 100 | 8 h 21 m | Show | |
Orlando at Indiana Magic (+) over Pacers- Considering that Orlando has lost four straight this line looks awful shallow to me but, then again the Pacers have dropped five of their last six. Indiana leads the NBA is scoring and that attracts a lot of attention but, there is always a but, they also allow the most points pr game. The Magic have already posted a 128-116 win over Indiana in November and now the Pacers Jalen Smith is out. Take ORLANDO! |