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12-10-23 | Texans v. Jets +3.5 | 6-30 | Win | 100 | 17 h 44 m | Show | |
Houston (7-5) at New York Jets (4-8) 10:00 AM PT Line: Texans -6.5 (32.5) Analysis: I heard the the Jets placed an ad in the Village Voice offering tryouts for anyone that could throw a football 50 yards...nah they settled for 30. It has been said that ‘the more things change their more they stay the same’...Zach Wilson is starting once again for the grounded Jets. With the worse recorded offense in modern NFL history it is difficult to see the Jets even with Rodgers going to Super Bowl. NEW YORK JETS 16-13 |
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12-10-23 | Lions v. Bears +3.5 | 13-28 | Win | 100 | 16 h 25 m | Show | |
Detroit (9-3) at Chicago (4-8) 10:00 AM PT Line: Lions -3 (43) Analysis: Wind may be a factor but which team does it hurt or help. One thing for sure is that it does affect the totals with the most staying ‘under’ the majority of the time. Detroit is looking to outscore you with the No. 2 offense 401 YPG while Bears want to control the ball. In Nov. Chicago ran for 183 yards and held Lions 100 yards below their game average. DETROIT 20-19 |
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12-09-23 | Pacers v. Lakers -4 | 109-123 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
Indiana vs LA Lakers 8:30 ET Lakers (-) over Pacers- Although the NBA’s In-Season Tournament Finals are supposed to be played at a neutral site in Las Vegas, it is more like a Lakers home game with a strongly bias crowd in attendance. To travel to Las Vegas for these games if you are in New Orleans is a hardship to attend when these games were not even scheduled and the same goes for the fans in Indiana whereas for Lakers fans it is a whole different story from Los Angeles is not uncommon for LA people to drive here. Also, Vegas virtually adopts the LA teams and it’s a short hop or drive to Las Vegas. LeBron James showcased his all around game in the Lakers rout of New Orleans playing just 23 minutes with 30 as he ran the show with eight rebounds and nine assists and tonight it will be ‘Show Time.” Pacers are good and I really like them but...Take LA LAKERS! |
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12-09-23 | BYU v. Utah +4 | 69-73 | Win | 100 | 16 h 8 m | Show | |
BYU at Utah 7:00 ET Utes (+) over Cougars- This battle in the Beehive State has an undefeated BYU club that is bouncing back from a mediocre season last year. They have gotten off to an 8-0 start and lead the nation in scoring margin (32.9), 3-pointers per game (12.9) and bench points (40.8). Utah is always a tough foe for anyone and is 6-2 and have won three straight games. The Utes have the pleasure of hosting the Cougars first real road game of the year and and against this rival makes it more intense than they otherwise might expect. Take UTAH! |
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12-09-23 | Arkansas +4.5 v. Oklahoma | 70-79 | Loss | -105 | 13 h 9 m | Show | |
Arkansas vs Oklahoma 4:00 ET Razorbacks (+) over Sooners- The Oklahoma (8-0) numbers are off the charts as they have dominated their opposition winning by an average margin of 23.5 ppg while scoring 85.5 and allowing 62.0 ppg. But, you have to figure that the Sooners have yet to play a road game although they do have a pair of neutral site wins, Arkansas are aggressive and go hard to the hoop averaging 10 more free throws a game than does Oklahoma. Razorbacks hold a 17-13 series lead and will give the Sooners all that they can handle. Take ARKANSAS! |
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12-09-23 | Army v. Navy +2.5 | 17-11 | Loss | -100 | 16 h 21 m | Show | |
Army vs. Navy 3:00 ET Midshipmen (+) over Cadets- Navy who has been working on a new offense this season should think a little more about playing defense after what we saw their last time out. The Middies have lost 3-of-5 and it was SMU that took a 52-14 halftime lead where the Mustangs had 452 yards of offense in the 1st half alone. These guys have alternated wins and losses the past five meetings and it is Navy’s turn. Last season the Cadets managed just 178 offense and won in OT 20-17 in that game Navy completed one pass and Army was 2-of-12. Take NAVY! |
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12-09-23 | Purdue v. Alabama +6.5 | 92-86 | Win | 100 | 11 h 40 m | Show | |
Alabama at Purdue 1:30 ET Crimson Tide (+) over Boilermakers- Last year’s National Player of the Year Zach Edey returns to his hometown of Toronto as Purdue and Alabama will go at it in the Hall of Fame Series as he was a member of Canada’s World Cup team. It looks like he might repeat the NCAA’s individual award as he is averaging 23.7 points on 63.6% shooting with 11.2 rebounds and 26 blocked shots. Both schools were No. 1 seeds last in the Final-4 last year and although the Crimson Tide have some work to do to reach that level of play but they can still hang with the big boys as evidenced by their four wins by over 22 points. Take ALABAMA! |
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12-08-23 | Kings -2 v. Suns | 114-106 | Win | 100 | 7 h 7 m | Show | |
Sacramento at Phoenix 9:00 ET Kings over Suns- So, what I see here is a team with Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal as an underdog at home against a foe that is on their same level. Seeing Phoenix as an underdog raises questions and I think they are telling us the Kings have the answer. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-08-23 | Warriors +3 v. Thunder | 136-138 | Win | 100 | 6 h 8 m | Show | |
Golden State at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Warriors (+) over Thunder- Golden State has had a season’s worth of drama already this season. Starting with Dramond Green’s five-game suspension, Klay’s Thompson’s shooting woes and Stephen Curry’s health have them at 10-10. OKC is an upstart that will cause plenty of teams headaches and they have gotten the bookmakers respect when you see what the line is here. Thunder a false favorite against this veteran club that will respond here. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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12-07-23 | Pelicans +2.5 v. Lakers | Top | 89-133 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 2 m | Show |
New Orleans vs LA Lakers 9:00 ET Pelicans (+) over Lakers- When Lebron James decides to go to the hoop he is still virtually unstoppable. If he misses the shot that’s fine but you really can not stop him from getting the shot off he is just too big and strong. Zion Williamson appears to be healthy and when he plays there is no stopping him, especially if he want to get to the basket, his all-around game has 22.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 4.9 assists. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-07-23 | Patriots v. Steelers -5 | 21-18 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 8 m | Show | |
New England at Pittsburgh 8:15 ET Patriots (+) over Steelers- Oh this one is easy...nothing ever is and I never take any game for granted until the ‘Fat-Lady’ sings or the final gun (when’s the last time that was ever done?). But, think about it, Pittsburgh has been clutch and won at every turn when the game was in the balance. Unlike the New England who has blown every opportunity they have had to win or even cover starting with their opening loss to Philadelphia. In that game they failed to score six times from the red zone and every game seemed to follow the same type of script. Mac Jones will be back at QB and he has 10 TDs and 12 Ints and has been yanked from games three times this season in 11 starts. Tonight, it is Mitch Trubisky at QB for the Steelers who started in a 17- 14 loss against the Patriots last September going 21-33 for 168 yards with 1 TD and 1 Int. Take PITTSBURGH! |
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12-07-23 | Pacers +5.5 v. Bucks | Top | 128-119 | Win | 100 | 7 h 31 m | Show |
Indiana vs Milwaukee 5:00 ET Pacers (+) over Bucks- The Pacers are the highest scoring team in the NBA and they averaged 128.4 points a game during their five game in-season tournament performances. Indiana has already defeated the Bucks at home this season a 126-124 victory where Giannis Antetokounmpo poured in 54 points. Milwaukee has one less day to get ready coming off a win over the Knicks on Tuesday. Take INDIANA! |
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12-06-23 | Thunder v. Rockets +2 | Top | 101-110 | Win | 100 | 7 h 16 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets over Thunder- After sitting out his rookie season Oklahoma City has seen amazing play from the former No. 1 draft pick Chet Holmgren who has been selected Rookie of the Month in both October and November. The Thunder have the second youngest team in the NBA with only San Antonio having the team with the least experience. OKC has been a beast on the road and is 7-2 away from home while Houston is a stellar 8-1 (7-1-1 ATS) when hosting. These two are the winningest ATS teams in the league with the Thunder at 14-5 ATS and the Rockets are 11-5-1 ATS despite being the only NBA team that has yet to win on the road but, at home...Take HOUSTON! |
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12-06-23 | Rutgers +3.5 v. Wake Forest | Top | 57-76 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 27 m | Show |
Rutgers at Wake Forest 6:00 ET Scarlet Knights (+) over Demon Deacons- Under ordinary conditions I would think that Rutgers might struggle here as it is their first true road game (I always consider that) and that Wake Forest is 3-0 (2-1 ATS) at home. These two met last season with the Scarlet Knights winning big 81-57 as a 9-point home favorite. This time around the points are very short and I don’t think that we will even need the (always take them) points as the Deacons are top heavy with virtually all their scoring coming from just four players and the rest of the squad averaging just 3.3 ppg (the remaining roster). Depth is the Knights huge advantage. Take RUTGERS! |
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12-05-23 | Oklahoma State v. Southern Illinois +2 | Top | 68-70 | Win | 100 | 19 h 25 m | Show |
Oklahoma State at Southern Illinois 9:00 ET Huskies over Cowboys- This is the first true road game for Oklahoma State and for a team that is 2-5 ATS in games on neutral and home courts that spells trouble. Add that the Cowboys are one of the worst shooting teams in the nation making just 45.3% for their field goal attempts ranking 154th and they are even worse from the free throw line hitting only 61.9% ranking 343rd. Southern Illinois has always been a personal favorite of mine since watching them playing in the NIT at Madison Square Garden and seeing a youthful Salukis in Walt Frazier who become ‘Clyde’ once he arrived in New York with the Knicks capturing the only two New York Knicks NBA Championships. Don’t be afraid of this non-power-5 club because these Cowboys are broke back...Take SOUTHERN ILLINOIS! |
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12-05-23 | Cornell +4.5 v. Syracuse | Top | 70-81 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 24 m | Show |
Cornell at Syracuse 8:00 ET Big Red (+) over Orange- When these two colors clash there is nothing attractive from the result. Syracuse with Jim Boeheim or without him of late are not the Big East power many associate them to be. In head-to-head match-ups which they play every season Syracuse has won the last ten but Big Red have covered 3-of-4 and are 7-1 this season with their only loss at George Mason. The Orange are in the red going 1-6 ATS with their only cover against Chaminade. Take CORNELL! |
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12-05-23 | Knicks +5.5 v. Bucks | Top | 122-146 | Loss | -115 | 18 h 3 m | Show |
New York at Milwaukee 7:30 ET |
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12-04-23 | Bengals +10 v. Jaguars | Top | 34-31 | Win | 100 | 20 h 26 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Jacksonville 8:15 ET Bengals (+) over Jaguars- I believe that there has been a general over reaction to both of these team because of their recent play. So, trending to the negative are the Bengals and becoming the public’s choice the Jacksonville stock has never been higher. Cincinnati has dropped three straight while the Jaguars have won seven of eight and their only loss was to San Francisco. Jags QB Trevor Lawrence has better command of the offense now to go with his talents as he is learning how to win. Win...that is something the Bengals don’t understand for certain situations. What I say here is the truth and it is why I like them (Go figure). Here it is and this won’t be easy to swallow. The Bengals have lost nine straight Monday night road games (their last win came on Oct. 22, 1990 (that’s Oct. 22, 1990) and there is more, they have lost 15 straight prime-time road games and lastly they have lost 26 of 27 night road games. When you put it all together it seems that the Bengals don’t stand a chance and maybe they don’t but, when people have buried a team and assume they are done, that they have quit, that they are finished...that’s when amazing things start to happen. These guys are pro’s and after their inept offensive performance at Pittsburgh picking up only 10 first downs and gaining just 25 yards rushing i expect personal pride to rise up and for them to go toe-to-toe with the home club. Jake Browning gets his second start for the two-time defending division champs. Somehow, the money goes to CINCINNATI! |
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12-04-23 | Celtics v. Pacers +5.5 | Top | 112-122 | Win | 100 | 5 h 28 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Jacksonville 8:15 ET Bengals (+) over Jaguars- I believe that there has been a general over reaction to both of these team because of their recent play. So, trending to the negative are the Bengals and becoming the public’s choice the Jacksonville stock has never been higher. Cincinnati has dropped three straight while the Jaguars have won seven of eight and their only loss was to San Francisco. Jags QB Trevor Lawrence has better command of the offense now to go with his talents as he is learning how to win. Win...that is something the Bengals don’t understand for certain situations. What I say here is the truth and it is why I like them (Go figure). Here it is and this won’t be easy to swallow. The Bengals have lost nine straight Monday night road games (their last win came on Oct. 22, 1990 (that’s Oct. 22, 1990) and there is more, they have lost 15 straight prime-time road games and lastly they have lost 26 of 27 night road games. When you put it all together it seems that the Bengals don’t stand a chance and maybe they don’t but, when people have buried a team and assume they are done, that they have quit, that they are finished...that’s when amazing things start to happen. These guys are pro’s and after their inept offensive performance at Pittsburgh picking up only 10 first downs and gaining just 25 yards rushing i expect personal pride to rise up and for them to go toe-to-toe with the home club. Jake Browning gets his second start for the two-time defending division champs. Somehow, the money goes to CINCINNATI! |
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12-04-23 | Iowa v. Purdue -12.5 | 68-87 | Win | 100 | 5 h 32 m | Show | |
Iowa at Purdue 7:00 ET Boilermakers (-) over Hawkeyes- Purdue was undefeated and ranked No. 1 until we posted Northwestern on Saturday and our ‘Highest-rated’ megabucks winner upset the Boilermakers 92-88 in overtime. The main reason they fell was not poor shooting or a hot hand of shooting by the Wildcats but, it was the fundamental aspect of taking care of the ball as they committed 17 turnovers and force only three. The Boilermakers are 8-3 in the last 11 meetings with Iowa winning only twice in West Lafayette since 2006 going 2-14. take PURDUE! |
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12-03-23 | Chiefs v. Packers +6 | Top | 19-27 | Win | 100 | 21 h 36 m | Show |
Kansas City at Green Bay 8:20 ET Packers (+) over Chiefs- The Chiefs have split their last four games and for the most part are just trodden along until the playoff when they will be primed for action. The first time these two met for real was Super Bowl I where the Green Bay who easily 35-10. Bart Starr was the Packers leader and today it is all Love...Jordan Love who has improved weekly leading the Pack to three wins in their last four games after starting 2-5. Green Bay is 3-2 at home and have incentive as they are now in the Wild Card chase. Take GREEN BAY! |
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12-03-23 | Creighton v. Nebraska +4.5 | Top | 89-60 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 5 m | Show |
Creighton at Nebraska 4:00 ET Cornhuskers (+) over Bluejays- No. 15 Creighton understands they are a target for most unranked clubs but the Rivalry for bragging right in Nebraska does exist and the Cornhuskers are ready for bear as they have the confidence needed with seven wins under their belt without a loss. It has been 30 years since Nebraska started 7-0 and each of their wins without a complete roster for any game by 10 points. Take NEBRASKA! |
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12-03-23 | Clemson v. Pittsburgh -1 | 79-70 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 6 m | Show | |
Clemson at Pittsburgh 2:00 ET Panthers over Tigers- Clemson has started another ACC basketball conference play undefeated (7-0) as they do most seasons and like years past this will also be the Tigers first true road game. Regardless, of where this game is played the contrast in playing styles couldn’t be more pronounced. Pittsburgh has two losses the latest of which was to ranked Missouri and have had trouble shooting the ball but they can take any team out off their rhythm with a pressure defense that has opponents shooting well below their average. Tigers come up lame on the road...take PITT! |
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12-03-23 | Lions v. Saints +4.5 | Top | 33-28 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 56 m | Show |
Detroit at New Orleans 1:00 ET Saints (+) over Lions- The roar has become a whimper out of the Lions last week as they lost for the seven straight Thanksgiving day, this time to the Packers. Detroit still leads their division by three games and face the Saints who are also in first place in their division despite their 5-6 record as they play in a division 2here no team finished at .500. Head-to-head New Orleans has won six of the past nine meetings but have dropped two straight on the road on Atlanta and Minnesota and return to the Super Dome (? new name) for the first time in a month. Cajun cooking gets the Saints ready here. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-03-23 | Chargers v. Patriots +5.5 | 6-0 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 47 m | Show | |
LA Chargers at New England 1:00 ET Patriots (+) over Chargers- This is without a doubt the sickest game of the entire season as both of these clubs do nothing more than burn their backers money...up in smoke. The Chargers who always seem to be one of the public’s favorite team to wager on have ‘covered’ the number just three times in 11 games while New England with the GOAT (?) as their head coach have managed to capture the cash just twice in their 11 tussles. The Patriots has lost seven of eight games and Belichick has yanked QB Mac Jones out of games four times this season and replace him with Bailey Zappe who turns out was even worse when he played. The GOAT hasn’t named his starter this week but Zappe has taken the majority of snaps during the week. But the Chargers are 1-0 SU in their last 11 meetings with the Pats and it figures if they win here they will still come in under the number. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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12-03-23 | Broncos v. Texans -3 | 17-22 | Win | 100 | 13 h 39 m | Show | |
Denver at Houston 1:00 ET Texans (-) over Broncos- Does anyone remember the third week of the season when Denver played their first road game in Miami...I do they gave up 70 points and are now embarking on a three game span where it will be a month before they return to Mile High. The Broncos have won five straight and the general public has taken a fancy to them and with Houston losing last time out to Jacksonville they look to rebound here playing their third straight home game. Denver shut down the one-dimensional Browns last week but defending C.J. Stroud is a whole ‘nother ballgame. Take HOUSTON! |
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12-03-23 | Falcons v. Jets +2 | 13-8 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 31 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New York Jets 1:00 ET Jets (+) over Falcons- We keep hearing about the jets defense and that is is elite but, I don’t by it as they have failed to make big stops when needed this season. Their offense (what offense) virtually does not exist as they have more issues than quarterbacking. Atlanta has their own QB issues and their defense although stout at times really isn’t as strong as New York. Desmond Ridder has been benched twice already this season and the Jets defense can not wait to pound him and force miscues. The Jets defense will be the key...take NEW YORK JETS! |
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12-03-23 | Dolphins v. Commanders +10 | 45-15 | Loss | -125 | 12 h 23 m | Show | |
Miami at Washington 1:00 ET *Commanders (+) over Dolphins- Oh gosh, Miami is back at it and have won their last two against the Raiders and Jets on ‘Black Friday’ as they lead the AFC East this late in the season for the first time since 2008. Washington on the other hand should think about changing their level of play rather than their name or owners. The former ‘Skins have dropped three straight and were blown out by Dallas on Thanksgiving after falling to the lowly Giants at home. But, they can move the ball with Sam Howell who leads the NFL in completions and passing yards. Miami defense still has questions that need to be addressed and the Commies will be able with Howell be to exposed their weakness. Take WASHINGTON! |
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12-02-23 | USC +4 v. Gonzaga | 76-89 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 35 m | Show | |
USC at Gonzaga 10:00 ET Trojans (+) over Bulldogs- Las Vegas will be hosting a non-conference dual between Southern Cal and Gonzaga in their Legends of Basketball Invitational. Both of these clubs should qualify of the Big Dance come March as they meet for the third time with Gonzaga winning the previous two. Bronny James the USC recruit has return to the team after suffering a heart attack and is not expected to see any action tonight. Still, with three portal transfers the Trojans have enough firepower to play with the No. 11 Zags. Take USC! |
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12-02-23 | Louisville +2 v. Florida State | 6-16 | Loss | -110 | 31 h 39 m | Show | |
Louisville vs Florida State 8:00 ET Cardinals (+) over Seminoles- I guess with two losses Louisville should be an underdog to an undefeated Florida State team in this ACC Championship game in Charlotte, NC. The rub is that the Seminoles as I am sure you are all aware will be without their best player Jordan Travis who happens to play quarterback. His replacement Tate Rodemaker had a journey type of performance going just 12-of-25 but he didn’t commit a turnover as FSU put down arch rival Florida in Gainesville and covered their number. Louisville knowing the meeting with the Seminoles was coming this week was caught in a classic look-ahead spot and was ambushed at home by Kentucky. This is the reason I feel so strongly about the Red Birds but I am leery of a wounded team that rallies and creates a bond after an injury when from that point people count the out. But, the Seminoles averaged close to 300 yards passing and only managed 134 yards through the ait with Rodemaker. The drop off in talent will be too much for State to over come. Take LOUISVILLE |
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12-02-23 | Michigan -21.5 v. Iowa | 26-0 | Win | 100 | 30 h 10 m | Show | |
Michigan vs Iowa 8:00 ET Wolverines (-) over Hawkeyes- Last season Iowa was no match for the Wolverines in the Big Ten championship game and I don’t see any reason to believe this will be any different. The Hawkeyes have a putrid offense even worse than last season but their defense may be a bit better (geez it had to be for them to win 10 games). Ioiwa’ defense will have to score for them to be competitive against the ‘number’ and I just do not believe they can do it. Take MICHIGAN! |
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12-02-23 | Wolves v. Hornets +6 | Top | 123-117 | Push | 0 | 5 h 22 m | Show |
Minnesota at Charlotte 5:00 ET Hornets (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota has finally started to play the kind of basketball that has been expected of them for a number of seasons right now having won their last three and six of their last seven as Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns are playing up to their talents. The Hornets are playing their best span of the season to date and has won their last three including a win at Brooklyn. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-02-23 | Georgia v. Alabama +5.5 | Top | 24-27 | Win | 100 | 27 h 40 m | Show |
Georgia vs Alabama 4:00 ET Crimson Tide (+) over Bulldogs- I really can not remember the last time I saw Alabama as an underdog and not just a field goal but a number moving upward. To me and no so much to some others this sets up perfectly well almost but good enough. Maybe it would have been a bit been with the Bulldogs had romped over Georgia Tech but the Yellow Jackets were not all that bad this season. But, the way Alabama enters this fray after a virtual ‘Hail-Mary’ on the games final play has kept their Final-4 hope alive. Most people don’t believe the Tide shouldn’t even be here, a team the doesn’t belong in this championship game or in a fight for the national title. They have nothing to lose and have improved dramatically since their Texas defeat. It’s karma...Take ALABAMA! |
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12-02-23 | Boise State v. UNLV +2.5 | 44-20 | Loss | -105 | 26 h 31 m | Show | |
Boise State at UNLV 3:00 ET Rebels (+) over Broncos- Trying to figure if Boise State is favored because of the football programs reputation or are they actually better than UNLV or maybe it is the experience factor as the Rebels are upstarts and no one expected this kind of season. I have seen the Rebels a number of time up close and personal and they have a multi-talented quarterback is quick accurate and can run but he doesn’t have to so it alone as UNLV’s skilled positions are filled with explosive speed burners and brake-away talent and their running backs are a tough group that fights for every yard. Now, the Rebels are 9-3 SU and 10-2 ATS ad game Michigan all that they could handle and yet they are an underdog at home here. Doesn’t seem right to me. Boise State has won their last three after opening the season with a pair of losses the first at Washington and then they lost three games by 1 point to CSU, by 2 points to C. Florida, by 3 points to Memphis and and the other by one score to Fresno State. Obviously, the Broncos play a much tougher schedule and don’t face the likes of Bryant, Hawaii and Texas El Paso. Against superior competition the Broncos have more yards on offense and allowed less on defense. I come into this liking the Rebels but upon a closer review I believe that they fall short. Take UNLV! |
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12-02-23 | Marquette v. Wisconsin +3.5 | 64-75 | Win | 100 | 2 h 30 m | Show | |
Marquette at Wisconsin12:30 ET Badgers (+) over Golden Eagles- Wisconsin who was 1-2 have now won four straight and will be pumped to be playing on of their greatest rivalries as Marquette invades Madison and they will be playing for there 130th meeting with the Badgers leading the series 70-59 that started in 1917. Defense is the key for Wisconsin as they have held their last four opponents to 54.8 PPG. Take WISCONSIN! |
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12-01-23 | Purdue v. Northwestern +5.5 | Top | 88-92 | Win | 100 | 10 h 52 m | Show |
Purdue at Northwestern 9:00 ET Wildcats (+) over Boilermakers- Can the do it again? Does lighting strike twice do the Wildcats have the Boilermakers number...we shall kind out Friday night in Evanston. Last season No. 1 Purdue was upended by the Wildcats 64-58 knocking Purdue off the Top ranking. The ‘Iron workers’ are undefeated and once are ranked No.1 and are 7-0 already with wins over three ranked teams #11 Gonzaga, #7 Tennessee and #4 Marquette. Northwestern has only one loss and is determined to have their basketball program recognized that they are the rise. This is Purdue first true road game and it being a conference game adds intensity from the Wildcats who are 4-0 at home. Take NORTHWESTERN! |
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12-01-23 | Connecticut +3 v. Kansas | 65-69 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 51 m | Show | |
Connecticut at Kansas 9:00 ET Huskies (+) over Jayhawks- Ya know this Connecticut team may be right...here they are National Champions who dominated the entire NCCAM basketball scene the second half of the year and had one of the most impressive tournament performances in NCAA history. Still hey have not lost a game and are 7-0 yet they are ranked no higher than No. 4. Kansas who is No. 5 is 6-1 with their loss coming at the hands of Marquette in the Maui Invitational. The Huskies who find themselves the underdog have been favored by 32, 36, 45, 39 and 26 points this season and now get to bite as the dogs they are...Huskies! Take CONNECTICUT! |
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12-01-23 | Oregon -9.5 v. Washington | Top | 31-34 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 37 m | Show |
Pac-12 Championship Las Vegas, NV Oregon vs. Washington 8:00 ET Ducks (-) over Huskies- Seriously, this is the match-up of the NCAAF season with all due respect to the ‘Bama & Bulldog crowd but, I have been keen on both these squads all year and either one could win the National Championship. The QB’s for both Washington and Oregon could possible win the Heisman with Friday night winner with a good performance would probably emerge the favorite right now Vegas has Ducks quarterback Bo Nix a slight favorite over the Huskies Michael Penix. This line is an attention grabber as these two played to a 36-33 decision in mid October with UW getting the win and Oregon getting the money at +3.5. Could be the line is a reflection of the Ducks scoring 45.3 PPG (2nd) and they allow just 15.9 (7th), since their loss they have won six straight by 29.3 PPG. Nix has 37 TD passes and just two int’s (go back and read that again), Penix has 32 TD passes and eight ints and Nix has a 189.8 passer efficiency rating second only to LSU’s Jayden Daniels (he is unbelievable). My personal issue with taking Oregon who I like in the re-match is that I have so much company with them as so many see the revenge factor as a motivation but in send game revenge in Championship games they have split virtually even 51-50 and it doesn’t matter which. I am hoping that the high point spread attracts many players it would me but the ‘sharps’ are who drove this line to where it is now...way too high. Washington is frickin’ good. I’ve watched them all season and their offensive line is awesome and what I’ve seen of Oregon is that Bo Nix is in command and his previous experience at Auburn and last season in Pullman has matured him into a great college quarterback and dare I say he reminds me of Brady. I wonder a bit if I lean toward Nix for all the abuse I hurled at him when playing for Auburn when he just didn’t have the team support, coaching and the maturity needed. But, I am still liking...OREGON! |
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12-01-23 | 76ers +6.5 v. Celtics | 119-125 | Win | 100 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Boston 7:30 ET 76ers (+) over Celtics- The only issue that I have with this contest is the condition of MVP Joel Embiid. Embiid is having an even more impressive season that last year’s run and he is looking to capture his first NBA Championship. The 76ers are 0-2 with him in the line-up and he rested Wednesday. This is the rhird meeting of the year between these two and they have split with both game being played in Philadelphia. Boston is a perfect 8-0 at home going a more than respectable 6-2 ATS while the Sixers are 5-3 on the road a much improved record away from home than in recent seasons. Celtics will be without center Kristaps Porizingis and Joel will take advanatge of his absence. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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12-01-23 | Maryland +3.5 v. Indiana | 53-65 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
Maryland at Indiana 7:00 ET Hoosiers (-) over Terrapins- The Indiana brand has taken a hit in recent seasons as they are looking to regain their national stature and have started 5-1. Hoosiers 7’0” center Kel’el Ware has been impressive with his all-around game leading his club in points, rebounds, blocks and steals. Maryland at 4-3 is off to a shaky start but have a star of their own in Julian Reese who had 22 points, 12 rebounds and four blocks last time out and looks to counter the Hoosiers big man. Indiana coach Mike Woodson admits that there are times Ware doesn’t put out his best effort. We can’t have that...take MARYLAND! |
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11-30-23 | Seahawks +9.5 v. Cowboys | Top | 35-41 | Win | 100 | 44 h 53 m | Show |
Seattle at Dallas 8:15 ET Seahawks (+) over Cowboys- These two NFC clubs are moving on opposite directions as Dallas is picking up momentum and has been destroying visiting teams while the Seahawks have dropped their last two and three of four. In the last meeting in September 2020 Seattle won and covered at home and has covered the last four meetings with the squads goes 5-5 in their last 10 SU. The Cowboys have been perfect at home going 5-0 both SU and ATS with an average score of 41-12 with the least amount of points scored in their home opener against the NY Jets when they managed only 30 points. Seattle blew a game late to the Rams and were out classed at home by San Francisco on Thanksgiving (‘Turkey’ selection loser). The Seahawks are really nothing more than a midland club that ranks in the lower third of both offensive and defensive categories. But, somehow Pete Carroll (oh, so over-rated!) and Geno Smith will be at their best for this nation audience. Take SEATTLE! |
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11-30-23 | Pacers +2.5 v. Heat | Top | 132-142 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 35 m | Show |
Indiana at Miami 7:30 ET Pacers (+) over Heat- The Heat have cooled off losing their last three games nd Jimmy Butler who is questionable tonight. He isn’t the only Miami player on the shelf as Tyler Hero has missed 10 straight and their best defensive forward Haywood Highsmith is out as well. The Heat pay pressure defense something the Pacers no nothing about as they are 29th in defensive rating but number 1 on offensive NBA pace of play. The Heat have too many men down and the Pacers will ware what is left down Take INDIANA! |
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11-30-23 | Hornets +8.5 v. Nets | 129-128 | Win | 100 | 8 h 34 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Hornets (+) over Nets- The no-name Nets may end up being the biggest surprise in the NBA this season because defense travels well and they play it. Brooklyn has won their last three and their 3-point shooting has been the key factor. Charlotte on the other hand has lost their last two by double digits on the road to Orlando and the Knicks. The Nets have won the last five meetings including three straight by 12 points or more. I expect a better effort out of the Hornets tonight. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-30-23 | Texas Tech +1.5 v. Butler | Top | 95-103 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 6 m | Show |
Texas Tech at Butler 6:30 ET Red Raiders (+) over Butler- Neither of these clubs are ranked among the Top-25 but that doesn’t mean that one or the other or both won’t get there or end up there, they both have programs that have played quality basketball over time. Butler seems to be a bit short here after posting wins over Penn State and Boise State after getting tripped up by No. 19 Florida Atlantic 91-86 getting 6.5 and are 3-0 ATS in their last three and 3-0 at home. Texas Tech has gone 5-1 SU but just 2-4 ATS ad this is their first true road game and that is something that I usually like to play against but they have had two neutral tournament games. After losing to a weak Villanova squad 85-69, they responded with a 73-57 win over Michigan as a 2.5 home dog. The number tell me that it is a Red Raiders day. Take TEXAS TECH! |
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11-29-23 | Texas A&M v. Virginia -2.5 | Top | 47-59 | Win | 100 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
Texas A&M at Virginia 7:15 ET Cavaliers over Aggies- Well, this will be my attempt this season in college basketball where I will be using a tried and true trend in NCAAM. Texas A&M is ranked No. 14 and they come to Charlottesville in the SEC/ACC Challenge and here we have an un-ranked Virginia team a favorite on the opening line against a ranked team Texas A&M club. The Cavaliers (5-1) are a gutty crew that wears you down and are 3-0 at home while the Aggies are 2-0 in their only two road games. This will be a contrast of styles as A&M likes to run the court and throws up over 64.4 shots per game averaging 79.3 ppg while the Cavs attempt just 51 shots but hold their opponents to 53.1 ppg ranked No. 2 in the nation. Take VIRGINIA! |
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11-28-23 | Raptors +2 v. Nets | Top | 103-115 | Loss | -115 | 5 h 23 m | Show |
Toronto at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Raptors (+) over Nets- Brooklyn has a new look this season with all of their previous superstar players gone and the youth movement is showing signs of brilliance. They set an NBA record last time out with a record 11 three-point shots in one quarter as they defeated Chicago 118-109 after trailing by 21 points. But, the Nets will be short-handed tonight with three players watching from court-side and most important they will be without Nic Claxton. Toronto is coming off their worst shooting night of the season in their 105-103 loss at Cleveland. Fortunes changes tonight. Take TORONTO! |
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11-27-23 | Bears +3 v. Vikings | 12-10 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show | |
Chicago at Minnesota 8:15 ET Bears (+) over Vikings- Minnesota is quite the story this season as they started the year winning one of their first five and then ripped off a five straight wins before their loss at Denver last Sunday night. The factors that must be considered are that the NFL’s best receiver Justin Jefferson is out and so is QB Kirk Cousins. Chicago has a receiver to brag about as their best catch-man is D.J. Moore who is about to cross the 1,000 yard mark for they fourth straight season and QB Justin Fields has returned. The Vikings are now going with Joshua Dobbs at quarterback as his inexperience is beginning to show. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-26-23 | Ravens v. Chargers +3 | Top | 20-10 | Loss | -105 | 23 h 1 m | Show |
Baltimore at LA Chargers 8:20 ET Chargers (+) over Ravens- Los Angeles of course will do what is the least that is expected from them and at 4-6 most should expect them to fall to the current top seed in the AFC. Baltimore is 8-3 and have won five of six while the Chargers have lost five games by 3-points or less. The Ravens will be shorthanded without tight end Mark Andrews who is Lamar Jackson’s favorite target. LA has dropped their last two games to Detroit and Green Bay and at No. 13 in the AFC need this game more than the Ravens. LA coach Brandon Staley is on the hot seat and this game may determine just when he will be let go. Take LA CHARGES! |
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11-26-23 | Hawks +8 v. Celtics | 103-113 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 27 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Boston 6:00 ET Hawks (+) over Celtics- Well it has happened again, Celtics center Kristap Porzingis will be out once again for an unknown period after an MRI yesterday. These two clubs met in the NBA Playoffs last season with Boston winning the series 4-2 winning the first two and splitting the next four games for the series victory. The Celtics are a perfect 6-0 SU at home and 4-2 ATS while the Hornets are 5-2 SU in their last seven games on the road. The points may come into play here. Take ATLANTA |
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11-26-23 | Hornets +7.5 v. Magic | 117-130 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 26 m | Show | |
Charlotte at Orlando 6:00 ET Hornets (+) over Magic- These two clubs have started to put things together as host Orlando has won six in-a-row while after a poor start Charlotte has won their last two over Boston and Washington by a 3-point bucket. The Hornets won just three of their first 12 games but with the return to action by Miles Bridges from suspension for domestic violence. Combined with LaMelo Ball who is healthy make the Hornets that much better. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-26-23 | Suns v. Knicks -3 | Top | 116-113 | Loss | -108 | 7 h 24 m | Show |
Phoenix at New York 6:00 ET Knicks (+) over Suns- Both Phoenix and New York saved their NBA in-season tournament lives with wins their last time out. The Suns routed Memphis and keep the pressure on lte although they had a huge lead because during this in-season competition point differential is a factor in advancement. After starting 2-4 the Knicks have won seven wins in their last nine games while the Suns who started 3-6 has won seven straight. So the Suns are hot but with will cool in NYC today. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-26-23 | Bills +3 v. Eagles | 34-37 | Push | 0 | 18 h 6 m | Show | |
Buffalo at Philadelphia 4:25 ET Bills (+) over Eagles- If the Bills follow the script they will come up big and 3ither win outright or at least ‘cover’ the number against Philadelphia in a perfect spot for an upset. The Eagles were very fortunate to defeat Super Bowl Champion Chiefs and they were elated to gain a measure of revenge off their Super Bowl loss to KC. Now, after that satisfying win the have the under-achieving Buffalo Bills who have lost their luster. But, the Eagles have a huge NFC battle next week with San Francisco and can’t help but have them on their minds after seeing what they did on Thanksgiving. Thee Bills will have to be ready and catch Philly a bit flat. Take BUFFALO! |
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11-26-23 | Patriots -4 v. Giants | 7-10 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 31 m | Show | |
New England at New York Giants 1:00 ET Patriots (-) over Giants- Unless you have lived in New York and have experienced what it is like to have the media loving (Derek Jeter) or hating you (Zach Wilson) with an intense onslaught of emotion from all sides 24/7. Right now Tommy DeVito is the toast of the town as the loyal Giants fan wishing they would tank yo get a higher draft pick see Tommy-boy get sacked six times in the first quarter and nine times for the game get off his back and throw three TD’s and for 300 yards leading New York to a win over Washington. New England on the other hand may play all three roster quarterbacks as his disgust with Mac Jones is grown thin and the others are not even near his professional level so you know how bad their situation is. The Patriots have won just twice and the Giants three times yet the are favored in New York and it makes no sense other than the fact the Belichick’s defenses eats rookie quarterbacks alive...take NEW ENGLAND! |
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11-26-23 | Steelers v. Bengals +2.5 | Top | 16-10 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 21 m | Show |
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati 1:00 ET Bengals (+) over Steelers- Got to love it...we played against Cincinnati at Baltimore and they lost more than the game as Joe ‘Cool’ Burrow was removed from the game for the rest of the season. Pittsburgh with their defense (they have no offense) has won six of 10 games and yet has been out-gained yardage wise in all 10 encounters. The surprising fact is the Steelers are ranked No. 27 in total defense and this could be the week it all catches up with them. The Bengals have won 4-of-5 meetings with the Pitt with the win coming by 3-points in overtime. Jake Browning is stepping into the leading role and the Bengals have confidence in his ability as a QB and I guess they should know. Take CINCINNATI! |
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11-26-23 | Saints v. Falcons +2.5 | 15-24 | Win | 100 | 15 h 40 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Atlanta 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Saints- New Orleans is 5-5 and leads the NFC South by a game over the 4-6 Falcons who are laying in wait after a bye week. Saints quarterback Derek Carr is in concussion protocol but take part in practice on Wednesday. Atlanta has decided to return to Desmond Ridder at QB who is 4-4 as a starter and has been told he will remain the starter the rest of the season. The Saints have won six of the past seven meeting but the Falcons are 3-1 ATS in the last four. Smith has finally put his No. 1 draft pick to work as carried the ball a season high 22 times last time out against Arizona, more of the same will work here. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-25-23 | Mavs v. Clippers +2.5 | Top | 88-107 | Win | 100 | 12 h 56 m | Show |
Dallas at L.A. Clippers 10:00 ET Clippers (+) over Mavericks- Last season when Dallas acquired Kyrie Irving many expected the Mavericks to take off and pose a threat to make some noise during the playoffs. but alas they went straight into the tank from the trade day forward. This year it seems that Dallas is able to mesh all their talent and is now a legitimate contender. LA have had their own troubles meshing new talent and had won three in-a-row until last night as New Orleans ended their mini streak. Look for the Clippers to start a new streak tonight. Take the LA CLIPPERS! |
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11-25-23 | Kansas v. Cincinnati +7.5 | 49-16 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 30 m | Show | |
Kansas at Cincinnati 7:30 ET Bearcats (+) over Jayhawks- Strictly a ‘numbers’ play and I’ll you what that means to me. I wasn’t looking to play either of these two teams and never thought much about the match-up. I noticed that No. 25 Kansas was less than a touchdown favorite over a disappointing Cincinnati team that has won only three games this season and are 1-5 at home. This sort of qualifies it as a ‘Don’t make sense’ game because the Jayhawks look pretty easy to me. The Jayhawks held a 27-16 second half lead over rival Kansas State and faltered losing 31-27. With bowl game in front of them I believe that Kansas will just be going through the motions and probably can lose outright (take the points). Take CINCINNATI! |
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11-25-23 | Clemson v. South Carolina +8 | 16-7 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 24 m | Show | |
Clemson at South Carolina 7:30 ET Gamecocks (+) over Tigers- Believe it or not Clemson is in seventh place in the ACC as they have lost four games in a season for the first time in 14 years. They had two National titles in that span and they have shown character by winning their last four on the road. The problem here is that the Gamecocks who won 31-30 at Clemson and are 5-1 at home this season. Coming off a win over Kentucky the ‘Cocks can become bowl eligible with a win here, so I expect maximum effort against their in-state rival. Take SOUTH CAROLINA! |
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11-25-23 | Alabama v. Auburn +13.5 | Top | 27-24 | Win | 105 | 21 h 26 m | Show |
Alabama at Auburn 3:30 ET Tigers (+) over Crimson Tide- The Iron Bowl may not have the SEC Championship on the line but it has national implications. Alabama has remained alive and has improved each week as the season progressed and they still have a legitimate shot at winning it all. Auburn would probably be a lot better if Bo Nix remained a Tiger but otherwise they have been nothing special but reeled off three straight wins to become bowl eligible and got caught by New Mexico State last week in their look-ahead game and lost 31-10 as a 25-point favorite. The Tigers were so disinterested they had only 10 first downs with 209 total yards on offense...the may not have the talent but the Tigers will be roaring this week. Take AUBURN! |
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11-25-23 | Ohio State v. Michigan -3.5 | Top | 24-30 | Win | 100 | 20 h 8 m | Show |
Ohio State at Michigan 12:00 ET Wolverines (-) over Buckeyes- I have all kinds of information and trends on the biggest game of the 2023 college football season as a pair of undefeated Big Ten powerhouses clash at noon kicking off Rivalry Saturday. Being No. 2 or 3 really doesn’t mean much to these 11-0 teams but I bucking a NCAAF trend that will be difficult to stand against. According to Playbook when a pair of undefeated 10-0 teams or better meet the underdog has won outright nine times and is a perfect 10 ATS. Tough numbers to go against but that is what it will take to win here. This game is being played because the Wolverines have shown better with the eye test or personal observation. With the fact that I believe that with or without Jim Harbaugh hey are that much better. Take MICHIGAN! |
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11-24-23 | Oregon State v. Oregon -13.5 | Top | 7-31 | Win | 100 | 26 h 17 m | Show |
Oregon State at Oregon 8:30 ET Ducks (-) over Beavers- The development of quarterback Bo Nix who has started more college Division I games than any other QB has been ‘light years’ and I mean at Auburn he just wasn’t the man. Now, a more mature and composed Nix is one of the leading candidates for the Heisman Trophy. When I started covering this match-up it was called the Civil War and now if we refer to it as that we may face ‘cancel culture’ but on the field the players will fiercely battle it out. You learn in the military that the superior firepower will always win out and the Ducks have much more firepower than do the Beavers. A pair of losses in their last four games has taken a bit of bit out of the Beavers...take OREGON! |
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11-24-23 | Kings +4.5 v. Wolves | 124-111 | Win | 100 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
Kings (+) over Timberwolves- The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to their franchise best start to a season as they are off to an 11-3 start which is tops in team history and has propelled them to the top of the Western Conference standings. They are 7-0 at home. Sacramento is coming off back-to-back losses on the road against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Kings were outscored by 36 points in their first loss to the Pelicans and lost by five points in the second contest. The teams played each other four times last season, with Minnesota posting a 3-1 record. The Timberwolves won both of their games on the road and the teams split their meetings in Minnesota. Look for the Kings to rebound here and for the Wolves to slide. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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11-24-23 | Nuggets v. Rockets +3 | 86-105 | Win | 100 | 10 h 58 m | Show | |
Denver at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (+) over Nuggets- The Nuggets will conclude a five-game road trip on Friday against the Houston Rockets, who earned a 107-104 home win over Denver on Nov. 12. To avoid a second loss in Houston in as many meetings, the Nuggets will have to reclaim the defensive intensity they've lacked. Without Murray, who remains sidelined with a hamstring injury, the Nuggets can't afford to be pedestrian defensively. Denver suffered its third defeat in four games by producing a defensive effort that lacked all the hallmarks of a championship contender. The Rockets have excelled thus far with their balanced offensive attack, but their offense thrives when Jalen Green takes a more assertive approach and capitalizes on his natural scoring ability. Take HOUSTON! |
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11-24-23 | Missouri v. Arkansas +9 | 48-14 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 48 m | Show | |
Missouri at Arkansas 4:00 ET Razorbacks (+) over Tigers- This is a tough call as Missouri has a change to reach double digit wins for the first time in 10 years and have been a formidable foe all season. Arkansas had to endue a six game losing steak as their offense just didn’t produce at a level need to win gaining just 336 ypg ranking 101 among 130 FBS teams. The Razorbacks do have a legitimate threat at QB where KJ Jefferson has passed for 19 touchdowns and ran for two others. take ARKANSAS! |
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11-24-23 | UTSA +3.5 v. Tulane | 16-29 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 19 m | Show | |
Texas San Antonio at Tulane 3:30 ET Roadrunners (+) over Green Wave- This game caught my eye from the git-go as Tulane has been a great play the entire season and now at home in a game that means the berth in the AAC Championship game they come up a very short favorite. Tulane is the defending champion and has the greatest quarterback in school history as Michael Pratt is 20-2 as a starter the past two seasons has 9, 239 career passing yards. UTSA has won seven straight when QB Frank Harris returned and they have won by an average 18.9 points. The line and the public sentiment have been going Roadrunners. Take TEXAS -SAN ANTONIO! |
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11-24-23 | Dolphins v. Jets +10 | 34-13 | Loss | -125 | 28 h 50 m | Show | |
Miami at New York Jets 12:00 ET Jets (+) over Dolphins- All of New York has quit on Zach Wilson and the Jets as their dreams of being Super Bowl contenders went south four plays into their season when Aaron Rodgers went down for the year in their opener against Buffalo. New York has about given up on third year QB Wilson and are going with Tim Boyle at QB and the 29-year old has not been very impressive in his NFL career throwing nine interceptions with three touchdown passes in 120 attempts. The Jets to a man could care less about Boyle’s past performances they are happy it is anyone else but Wilson directing the offense. With a gleam of hope the Jets surprise here. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-24-23 | Iowa v. Nebraska -2.5 | Top | 13-10 | Loss | -109 | 25 h 12 m | Show |
Iowa at Nebraska 12:00 ET Cornhuskers (+) over Hawkeyes- It has been a long draught for a school like Nebraska missing a bowl game as they haven’t qualified with enough wins since 2016. No. 17 Iowa (9-2) has got to be the worst Top-20 team that I have every seen in my lifetime and I am not kidding. The Hawkeyes have one of lowest scoring offenses in the country averaging just 18.5 points per game ranking No. 121 out of 130 FBS teams. Iowa is not only going to a bowl game but will play for the Big Ten championship against either Ohio State or Michigan next week. The Cornhuskers hold a 30-20-3 edge over Iowa who celebrated like they won the super bowl capturing a spot in the Big Ten title game. Huskers have more incentive and become bowl eligible with their win here. Take NEBRASKA! |
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11-23-23 | 49ers v. Seahawks +9 | Top | 31-13 | Loss | -120 | 28 h 1 m | Show |
San Francisco at Seattle 8:15 ET Seahawks (+) over 49ers- Certainly, the key factor surrounding this game is not just the availability of QB Geno Smith and effectiveness. As good as he has been throughout his coaching career Pete Carroll still loses more time with his in-game decisions. Now, coming off a loss to the Rams that never show have happened they host the Niners who are on a roll. But, `one thing that is certain in the NFL is that you-never really now until the dealing is done (excuse me Kenny). Brock Purdy who many had already written off as a fluke leads the NFL in passer rating at 115.1 completion rate 70.2% and yards per attempt with 9.7 yards. Still, he is Mr. Irrelevant and falls short here. Take SEATTLE! |
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11-23-23 | Ole Miss v. Mississippi State +10.5 | Top | 17-7 | Win | 100 | 22 h 7 m | Show |
Mississippi at Mississippi State 7:00 ET Bulldogs (+) over Rebels- It has been a very disappointing season for the Bulldogs as they need this win over arch rival Mississippi to become bowl eligible. Mississippi State has possession of the Golden Egg after last year’s 24-22 win. A victory would help wipe away the disappointment of s season where their head coach was fired 10 days ago after a 51-10 loss to Texas A&M (who also fired their coach Jimbo Fisher after that game). State played a good portion of the season with quarterback Will Rogers (how could I play against Will Rogers) who has returned along with running back and Jo’Quavios Marks. Rogers missed four games because of a should injury and Marks missed three with a leg injury and both are back at full strength. Rogers was sorely missed as even with his absence he hold every Bulldogs passing record. Take MISSISSIPPI STATE! |
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11-22-23 | Warriors +1.5 v. Suns | 115-123 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 27 m | Show | |
Golden State at Phoenix 10:00 ET Warriors (+) over Suns- The Suns have gone on to win four more times on the road to improve to 5-2 on the season away from Phoenix. They have struggled at home, however, needing a 120-107 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday to reach 3-4 for the season. Meanwhile, the Warriors lost six of seven at home before recording a 121-116 win over the Houston Rockets on Monday. But they've nearly gotten themselves up to .500 for the season (7-8) by going 5-2 on the road. Chris Paul will be making his first return to Phoenix since being dealt by the Suns to the Washington Wizards in June. The Wizards in turn rerouted him to Golden State in July. Paul has enjoyed more than his fair share of success against the Suns in his career. He has averaged 19.3 points and 9.2 assists over 46 career games versus Phoenix. Take GOLDEN STATE |
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11-22-23 | Raptors +4 v. Pacers | 132-131 | Win | 100 | 8 h 58 m | Show | |
Toronto at Indiana 7:30 ET Raptors (+) over Pacers - The Pacers are coming off a 157-152 road win over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night in an NBA in-season tournament game in which they shot 60.6 percent from the floor. Indiana has won all three of its tournament games and has clinched a quarterfinal spot with one game remaining. The Raptors will complete a two-game, two-day road trip after losing 126-107 to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday. Toronto fell to 0-2 in in-season tournament action. The Raptors were coming off a 142-113 home victory over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday, when they recorded a team-record 44 assists. The Pacers won all three matchups with the Raptors last season after Toronto won three of the teams' four meetings in 2021-22. This time it is TORONTO |
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11-22-23 | Nuggets v. Magic +4 | Top | 119-124 | Win | 100 | 7 h 29 m | Show |
Denver at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Nuggets- With two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic back in the lineup, the Nuggets will look to record their second straight win on Wednesday night when they visit the Orlando Magic. The Denver Nuggets overcame the early departure of their best player to snap a four-game road skid in their last outing. Jokic, who boasts team-best averages in points (27.4), rebounds (13.1) and assists (8.7) this season. Now winners of four in a row, the Magic opened their six-game homestand with a 126-107 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday in an NBA in-season tournament game. Take ORLANDO! |
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11-21-23 | Jazz v. Lakers -7.5 | 99-131 | Win | 100 | 12 h 39 m | Show | |
Utah at LA Lakers 10:00 ET Lakers (-) over Jazz- I don’t know if the players know or even care which games are a part of this silly in-season NBA tournament. The Lakers are the only 3-0 team in this tourney and can advance to the knockout round (what ever that means) with a win over Utah tonight. It could be Lebron James is aware of the significance of these contests and rises his level of play (if possible). Tournament victories over the Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers followed, giving the Lakers a tourney-best plus-42 point differential. The Jazz aren't having the season they were looking for, yet they have found success in the in-season tournament at 2-1 after and the Jazz enter this fray off a 140-137 double-overtime defeat to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday in Salt Lake City. Still, Take LA LAKERS! |
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11-20-23 | Eagles +3 v. Chiefs | Top | 21-17 | Win | 100 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Kansas City 8:15 ET Eagles (+) over Chiefs- The Eagles (8-1) sport the best record in the NFL. The Chiefs (7-2) have the best record in the AFC and have swept the last four meetings, including 38-35 in Super Bowl LVII on Feb. 12. Both teams are coming off bye weeks. Andy Reid is the winningest head coach in the history of both franchises. Jalen Hurts is in the MVP race again this season as he has completed a career-high 68.9 percent of his passes for 2,347 yards with 15 touchdowns also with eight interceptions while Patrick Mahomes has about the same numbers with 2,442 yards and 17 touchdowns and has also thrown eight picks. The Kelce's Chiefs are also 4-0 against older brother Jason Kelce, the center for the Eagles but gets his brotherly revenge tonight. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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11-20-23 | Knicks +3 v. Wolves | 100-117 | Loss | -114 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
New York at Minnesota 8:00 ET Knicks (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota won four of those five games and has won nine of 12 to start the season while the Knicks are riding a three-game winning streak and has won six of its past seven games. Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks with 24.2 points per game. RJ Barrett is next at 21.6 ppg, and Julius Randle (19.4) and Immanuel Quickley (15.5) round out the top four scorers. Anthony Edwards leads Minnesota with 26.0 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 21.7 points, and then there is a drop-off to the third- and fourth-highest scorers, Naz Reid (12.6) and Rudy Gobert (11.7). The Knicks and Timberwolves split their two meetings last season. The Knicks cruised in Minneapolis and the Timberwolves returned the favor with a win in New York. More of the same...take NEW YORK! |
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11-19-23 | Vikings v. Broncos -2 | Top | 20-21 | Loss | -124 | 18 h 39 m | Show |
Minnesota at Denver 8:15 ET Broncos over Vikings- As Dandy Don used to say ‘turn out the lights sweet darling, the party’s over’...So much for Minnesota quarterback, astronaut, doctor, physics theorist and all around talent is about to meet his Waterloo Sunday night. No question Josha Dobbs has been a great story but he has been a starter for three different teams with in four months and maybe there is a reason teams were willing to part with him so quickly. The Broncos have gained confidence and this is the best Wilson has played in three years. Take DENVER! |
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11-19-23 | Nuggets v. Cavs +3 | 109-121 | Win | 100 | 7 h 6 m | Show | |
Denver at Cleveland 6:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Nuggets- Aside from two-time MVP Nikola Jokic Denver’s other big gun is Jamal Murray who will be out for at least two more weeks. The Nuggets are 3-2 since he went down on November 4 with both losses coming on the road.. Part of the problem has been the lack of production from Denver's bench as two key reserves from last season's title run Bruce Brown and Jeff Green left via free agency. The Cavaliers will be without leading scorer Donovan Mitchell but his replacement Darius Garland has picked up the slack scoring 29 ppg. Take CLEVELAND! |
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11-19-23 | Jets +7.5 v. Bills | Top | 6-32 | Loss | -120 | 14 h 45 m | Show |
New York Jets at Buffalo 4:25 ET Jets (+) over Bills- What do you know, what do say...Buffalo is 5-5 and the hard part of their schedule is coming up and I do not mean the Jets. New York opened the season with a come-from-behind no-Aaron Rogers win and posted the 22-16 upset victory. Bills QB Josh Allen who leads the NFL in turnovers (11 Ints) had four that day and he has yet to show this season the form that made Buffalo the odds on favorite to win it all last season. The Bills are reeling and fired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey and Allen says he feel responsible and he is. New York hasn’t scored an offensive touchdown in over 11 quarters as Zach Wilson struggles continue. But, the Jets defense is stout and the Jets need to muster just some scoring to win and they get it here. Take NEW YORK JETS! |
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11-19-23 | 76ers v. Nets +4 | Top | 121-99 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 6 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Brooklyn 3:00 ET Nets (+) over 76ers- The 76ers average the third-most points per game (120.4) in the NBA entering play on Saturday, with the three-headed monster of Joel Embiid (31.9), Tyrese Maxey (26.9) and Tobias Harris (20.3) accounting for 65.7 percent of that scoring. Last season the 76ers swept the Nets in the first round of the playoffs and did the same during the regular season willing all four meetings. This time around the Nets will give Philly some competition. Take BROOKLYN! |
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11-19-23 | Chargers v. Packers +3.5 | Top | 20-23 | Win | 100 | 10 h 22 m | Show |
LA Chargers at Green Bay 1:00 ET Packers (+) over Chargers- I love playing against the Chargers and hate getting beat when I have Green Bay. Fortuitously we have make the correct choices with and against LA but with the Packers it has been a different story.Green Bay has lost our one-score games and simple thing like extra points have left them and ‘us’ on the short end of the point spread. True Justin Herbert may end up one of the games greats but he will be missing three receivers this week including All-Pro Keenan Allen. With such a small sample size of head-to-head meetings the Packers lead the all-time series with 10 wins and only two losses. Take GREEN BAY! |
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11-19-23 | Titans +6.5 v. Jaguars | 14-34 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 22 m | Show | |
Tennessee at Jacksonville 1:00 ET Titans (+) over Jaguars- I really wasn’t interested in this game as I am afraid that the Titans just can’t cut it but...this is the NFL and it is rare when thing go according to Hoyle. Jacksonville is one of the public darlings and I guess it is because of Trevor Lawrence who has yet to reach the expected level of people most believe he eventually achieve.This will be the third straight road games for the Titans who dropped game at Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay. Lawrence will be wearing a knee brace and his mobility has been hampered. Take TENNESSEE! |
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11-19-23 | Bears +8.5 v. Lions | 26-31 | Win | 100 | 10 h 21 m | Show | |
Chicago at Detroit 1:00 ET Bears (+) over Lions- The storyline here is the return of Justin Fields who has given even the most pessimistic doubters reason to take notice. Chicago went 2-2 with backup Tyson Bagent but Fields took all snaps this week and will look forward to playing Detroit who he ran 279 yards in two games last year but the Bears lost both meetings. He has had back-to-back games where he threw for 617 yards and eight touchdowns. The Bears beat the Panthers last Thursday and will have added rest and prep time. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-18-23 | Mavs +2.5 v. Bucks | 125-132 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
Dallas at Milwaukee 8:10 ET Mavericks (+) over Bucks- The Bucks may have won by 34 points last night in Charlotte but they are far from a well oiled machine so to speak. After failing to ‘cover’ in seven straight games (0-6-1 ATS) they have won their last three getting the money in their last two. Dallas has meshed this season after a disaster after acquiring Kyrie Irving and many expected him to be moved in the off-season and they are glad that they stood pat. Kyrie missed Wednesdays win at Washington the second of back-to-back games but has found his missing left sock and can play Saturday. Take DALLAS! |
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11-18-23 | Heat v. Bulls +3 | 97-102 | Win | 100 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
Miami at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Heat- Two teams moving in different direction as Miami has won seven in-a-row while the Bulls have dropped their last three. Chicago managed just 33 points in the first half of consecutive games in Orlando which is an NBA low for the season. Coach Billy Donovan is looking to pick up the tempo now that DeMar DeRozan has return to action after a personal issue. The Bulls have won three straight against Miami including their lone meeting last season. They do it again...take CHICAGO! |
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11-18-23 | Florida +11.5 v. Missouri | 31-33 | Win | 100 | 25 h 56 m | Show | |
Florida at Missouri 7:30 ET Gators (+) over Tigers- Of course a gator will best a tiger, after they survived while dinosaurs did not. Florida was handed their worse loss of the season last week while Missouri pounded highly ranked Tennessee. The Gators were no expected to be an SEC powerhouse this season and they surprised no one going 5-5 to date. Florida has dropped their last three in Napier’s second a season after going 6-7 in 2022. The Gators quarterback has completed 70% of his passes and has 18 TD tosses with just two interceptions. Bounce back...take FLORIDA! |
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11-18-23 | California v. Stanford +7 | 27-15 | Loss | -110 | 24 h 53 m | Show | |
California at Stanford 6:30 ET Cardinals (+) over Golden Bears- The Big Game takes on a different hue this season as neither of these clubs have shown much promise and won’t play during the bowl season. The Bears actually have a shot if they win here (NOT) and again at UCLA. Stanford and Cal have a 131 year rivalry that will continue next season as they both move on to the ACC. This is the first Big Game for Cal coach Troy Taylor and he’ll be surprised by the Cardinal intensity. Going nowhere the Cardinal were just waiting for their battle against the Beavers last week (62-17 loss) to end and return to win for the first time at home this year. Take STANFORD! |
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11-18-23 | Knicks v. Hornets +7 | Top | 122-108 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 1 m | Show |
New York at Charlotte 6:00 ET Hornets (+) over Knicks- When I look at the Charlotte roster I am trying to figure out if they are having a poor start or are they really this bad. At 3-7 and having lost their last three while getting blown out twice including last night by the Bucks 130-99. New York has won their last two and 5-of-6 including a 129-107 home win over the Hornets ix days ago on Saturday. Hornets All-Stars Gordon Hayward and LeMalo Ball are off terrible shooting nights and I expect a turn-a-bout is in order hear and for the Hornets to be standing tall at the end. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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11-18-23 | Central Florida +2.5 v. Texas Tech | Top | 23-24 | Win | 100 | 22 h 24 m | Show |
Central Florida at Texas Tech 5:00 ET Knights (+) over Red Raiders- Lucky enough to have the Game of Year winner with Florida State last week and played Texas Tech an outright winner at Kansas so I believe I have a good feel for this meeting. The Red Raiders need a win to become bowl eligible as well as Central Florida. The Knights season was derailed by injuries to QB John Rhys Plumlee as they dropped five in a row after a 3-0 start. UCF averages nearly 500 yards per game offensively ranking No. 3 in rushing with 233.7 YPG and they average 7.2 yards per play. Tech’s defense is Big-12 middle of the pack and will be overcome before games end. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA! |
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11-18-23 | Georgia v. Tennessee +10.5 | Top | 38-10 | Loss | -110 | 37 h 2 m | Show |
Georgia at Tennessee 3:30 ET Volunteers (+) over Bulldogs- Do ya think that Tennessee was looking ahead to this match-up last week while they were getting whooped 36-7 at Missouri...I’m counting on it! Georgia is No. 1 again and they should be, after all a back-to-back champion that hasn’t lost yet as their win streak is at 27 one win shy of Alabama’s SEC record 28. The Volunteers have a winning streak of their own where they have captured their last 14 games at Neyland Stadium including a win over Alabama last season. The Bulldogs should be confident as they have won the last six meetings but the Vols have been pointing to this contest and will be at their best. Take TENNESSEE! |
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11-18-23 | Duke v. Virginia +3.5 | 27-30 | Win | 100 | 20 h 25 m | Show | |
Duke at Virginia 3:00 ET Cavaliers (+) over Blue Devils. Duke had a devil of a time last week losing in double overtime to their biggest and most ‘hated’ rival North Carolina 47-45. The Blue Devils left everything they had on the field last Saturday and will have difficulties being emotionally ready for this encounter. Virginia always seems ready to play Duke and they are seeking revenge after having their seven game series winning streak stopped in Durham last year 38-17. The Cavs (+20.5) were a great cover for us last Thursday playing Louisville (24-31) to a one score differential and another ATS win. They are 7-3 ATS on the season having lost five games by seven points or less.Take VIRGINIA! |
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11-18-23 | Louisville v. Miami-FL +1 | 38-31 | Loss | -115 | 26 h 5 m | Show | |
Louisville at Miami-FL 12:00 ET Hurricanes (+) over Cardinals- No.10 Louisville (9-1, 6-1) has surprised the critics with their stout defense allowing just 17.1 points per game ranking No. 12 in the nation. Miami is coming off a pair of losses and the last was against rival No. 4 Florida State who the Cardinals will play in the ACC Championship game if they prevail here. The Hurricanes were ready to sit quarterback Tyler Van Dyke the rest of the season because of poor performances but he got a reprieve when his backup QB Emery Williams injured his arm. Van Dyke has not thrown a TD pass in his last four starts and that all changes today. Louisville has never defeated Miami on the road and the kine tells me that they won’t start here. Take MIAMI! |
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11-17-23 | Celtics v. Raptors +7.5 | 108-105 | Win | 100 | 9 h 59 m | Show | |
Boston at Toronto 7:30 ET Raptors (+) over Celtics- Toronto who is off a loss to Milwaukee on Wednesday has just completed a 4-game road trip while their stop in Boston was disappointing as they fell to the Celtics 117-94. Boston has won four straight with the latest a 117-107 win over Philadelphia on Wednesday and could be a little leg weary after that bruising battle. Celts have won the past three meetings all at home. It is only fair that the Raptors return the favor. Take TORONTO! |
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11-16-23 | Bengals v. Ravens -3.5 | Top | 20-34 | Win | 100 | 29 h 24 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Baltimore 8:15 ET Ravens (-) over Bengals- It looked like Baltimore was ready to run away with the division leading Cleveland 31-17 at home with 8:50 left in the final quarter when Deshaun Watson led a six-play 75-yard TD drive and they and 41 seconds later an interception returned for a touchdown and the rest is history. The loss ended the Ravens four game winning streak as did the Bengals while falling to Houston. Although both clubs lost by game ending field goals Cincinnati’s loss had more impact moving forward. The major difference is in the defenses where the Ravens have the No. 2 ranked defense allowing just 273 ypg and the Bengals rank 30th allowing 384 ypg while the league average is 332. The Bengals are not today the team that we have seen in the past, on offense either where they are ranked No. 24 with 301 ypg while the Poe boys are at 362 ypg. I believe that at some time probably after the season we will hear that Joe Burrow has had some kind of injury...just sayin’...Take BALTIMORE! |
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11-16-23 | Nets +3.5 v. Heat | Top | 115-122 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 39 m | Show |
Boston College at Pittsburgh 7:00 ET Panthers over Eagles- This game has got to be in the ‘gaff’ for Pittsburgh to win. Boston College is so superior that they had already become Bowl eligible before last weeks annihilation at Virginia Tech ending their five-game winning streak. Now, at 2-8 after off a loss to Syracuse who plated the entire game without a quarterback (that’s right) and still lost 28-13. so, trying to grasp Pitt being favored...I have to put my trust that the bookmaker knows more than I do...therefore or ergo take...PITTSBURGH. |
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11-16-23 | Boston College v. Pittsburgh -3 | 16-24 | Win | 100 | 16 h 27 m | Show | |
Boston College at Pittsburgh 7:00 ET Panthers over Eagles- This game has got to be in the ‘gaff’ for Pittsburgh to win. Boston College is so superior that they had already become Bowl eligible before last weeks annihilation at Virginia Tech ending their five-game winning streak. Now, at 2-8 after off a loss to Syracuse who plated the entire game without a quarterback (that’s right) and still lost 28-13. so, trying to grasp Pitt being favored...I have to put my trust that the bookmaker knows more than I do...therefore or ergo take...PITTSBURGH. |
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11-15-23 | Cavs -10 v. Blazers | Top | 109-95 | Win | 100 | 11 h 12 m | Show |
Cleveland at Portland 10:00 ET Cavaliers (-) over Trailblazers- Portland was not expected to be contenders this season and so far the pundits have been right on as they return home after a three game road trip and four straight losses. Cleveland has been a bit overpriced as they are here but have defeated the Trailblazers in each of the last four meetings and the wins were by 18 points at home and six points in Portland. This line is stating that the Blazers who committed 17 turnovers in their last contest and had seven players with two or more has its NBA stock at a low price. Take CLEVELAND! |
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11-15-23 | Kings v. Lakers | 125-110 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 10 m | Show | |
Sacramento at LA Lakers 10:00 ET Lakers over Kings- We now have to be concerned with which NBA players are on time management, which are injured and which of those who don’t play while actually on the court. De’Aaron Fox has returned from a five game absence and Lebron James has returned from a one-day off because of a calf bruise. The Lakers’ Anthony Davis has also returned from a one-game absence and appears fully recovered from his latest lame aliment. LA is on a three-game winning streak and captured the win here. Take LA LAKERS! |
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11-15-23 | Wolves v. Suns -5.5 | Top | 115-133 | Win | 100 | 10 h 11 m | Show |
Minnesota at Phoenix 9:00 ET Suns (-) over Timberwolves- After sweeping a two game set at Golden State Minnesota must now go to Phoenix where the 4-6 Suns will be waiting. The Timberwolves are off to their best start in franchise history at 7-2 while the Suns are just 1-4 at home and have dropped their last two. Phoenix has won eight of the last nine meeting with the T’wolves pulling off the victory in their last meeting last January in the desert. This seems like a really high price to pay as Phoenix has yet to put it together offensively ranking 22nd while Minnesota’s defense is No.1 overall. But, last night’s win over the Warriors took its toll and the Suns will take advantage. Take PHOENIX! |
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11-14-23 | Wolves +2.5 v. Warriors | 104-101 | Win | 100 | 12 h 45 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Golden State 10:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Warriors- The Minnesota will look to a sweep of a back-to-back set against the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco on Tuesday night in an NBA in-season tournament game. The Timberwolves shot 52.4 percent during a 116-110 win at Golden State in the opener of the two-game, same-site matchup on Sunday. Defensively they limited the Warriors to 38.5 percent shooting overall and 12-for-43 (27.9 percent) from beyond the arc. Draymond Green blamed the Warriors' poor offensive night on a lack of organization. Afterall these years? Take MINNESOTA! |
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11-14-23 | Clippers +4.5 v. Nuggets | Top | 108-111 | Win | 100 | 12 h 36 m | Show |
LA Clippers at Denver 10:00 ET Clippers (+) over Nuggets- The Los Angeles Clippers traded for James Harden but so far they've stumbled with him in the mix. Los Angeles has lost five straight games, four of those with Harden in the lineup. Denver is coming off a loss at Houston on Sunday night in a game that showed how much the absence of Jamal Murray is affecting the Nuggets' rotations. Reggie Jackson has moved into the starting lineup and has played well, and rookie Collin Gillespie has served as the backup point guard. It didn't work out well against the Rockets as the bench was outscored 31-8 by Houston's reserves. Take the LA CLIPPERS! |