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12-29-17 | USC v. Ohio State -7.5 | Top | 7-24 | Win | 100 | 23 h 7 m | Show |
Cotton Bowl- Dallas, TX 8:30 ET Southern California vs Ohio State Buckeyes (-) over Trojans- A pair of national powers that had aspirations of participating in the Final-4 will vent their frustrations in Dallas in this marquis matchup. Quarterbacks are always a key factor when schools of this caliber meet with one being a sure-fired pro in San Darnold of USC while his Buckeyes counterpart may not be a pro but he knows who to put points together in the college game. Ohio State puts up 42.5 points per contest while the USC average 34.5 per game. On defense is where the true difference shows as the Trojans give up 26.3 points while the Buckeyes keep opponents under 20 at 19.9. Add that urban Meyer is 14-3 straight-up and ATS with rest against non-conference opponents! Take OHIO STATE! |
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12-29-17 | Mavs +6.5 v. Pelicans | Top | 128-120 | Win | 100 | 8 h 51 m | Show |
Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Pelicans- I always consider playing 'against' any team that is coming off record setting performances and that means playing against New Orleans. Career and franchise records were set on the Pelicans last outing as Rajon Rondo who has 25 assists in their 128-112 win over Brooklyn Tuesday night. It was 2-1/2 years ago when Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle acquired Rondo from Boston where he fell out of favor before being shipped to Sacramento who sent him to Chicago who dumped his with him ending up with the Pelicans. Dallas has won their last two and are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings in New Orleans. Take DALLAS! |
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12-29-17 | Nets +6.5 v. Heat | 111-87 | Win | 100 | 8 h 47 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Miami 8:00 ET Nets (+) over Heat- There is a lot of 'stuff' surrounding this game that I will point out and I just hope it doesn't confuse 'us'. To start with Miami's center Hassan Whiteside in back in the starting lineup after missing 13-games. The Heat have gone 7-3 taking advantage of 10 games in the state of Florida and playing six team that are at least 10-games under .500. Although the Nets are just 3-13-1 ATS in their last 17 meetings and 1-3-1 ATS in Miami Brooklyn has been a 'go' when on the road. Here we have Miami just 8-8 straight-up and 4-11-1 ATS at home while the Nets are 5-12 straight-up on the road but, 10-7 ATS. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-29-17 | Rockets v. Wizards +1.5 | 103-121 | Win | 100 | 7 h 56 m | Show | |
Houston at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (+) over Rockets- What a bunch of losers...the Rockets have dropped their last four going 0-4 ATS and the Wizards are off a 113-99 loss at Atlanta. The issue with Houston is that they struggle without Chris Paul in the line-up winning 15 of 16 when he plays and just 10 of 17 when he doesn't. Washington's All-Star guard John Wall called out a number of teammates after their loss to the Hawks and I believe they will more focused tonight. Take WASHINGTON! |
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12-29-17 | West Virginia v. Oklahoma State +2.5 | 85-79 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 41 m | Show | |
West Virginia at Oklahoma State 7:00 ET Cowboys (+) over Mountaineers- After dropping their opening game (blowing a 22-point lead) to Texas A&M, West Virginia has posted 11 straight wins while the Cowboys have won their last 11 and are 8-1 at home. The well coached Mountaineers have struggled in conference play going 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight in the Big-12 and 5-12-2 ATS in their last 19 games overall. After 11 straight wins the Mountaineers will struggle on the road where they are 1-4 ATS and facing a conference foe. Take OKLAHOMA STATE! |
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12-29-17 | Kentucky +8.5 v. Northwestern | 23-24 | Win | 100 | 19 h 12 m | Show | |
Music City Bowl- Nashville, TN 4:40 ET Kentucky vs Northwestern Wildcats (+) over Wildcats- Northwestern who has won seven consecutive games going 7-0 ATS after a 31-7 loss to Penn State while Kentucky has dropped their last two and are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games. Both clubs have featured running backs as Northwestern's Justin Jackson has rushed for over 1,000 yards four straight seasons and Kentucky will counter with a dynamic runner of their own in in Benny Snell who had 18 touchdowns this season. When a team 'backs' into a bowl big as Kentucky did I always expect them to try and prove that they are worthy. Take KENTUCKY! |
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12-29-17 | NC State v. Arizona State +7 | Top | 52-31 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 13 m | Show |
Sun Bowl- El Paso, TX 3:00 ET North Carolina State vs Arizona State 3:00 ET Sun Devils (+) over Wolfpack- 'You play to win the game!' That is the cry of new Sun Devils head coach Herm Edwards who lost the game that spawned that famous quote. N.C State has its security as they signed head coach Dave Doeren to a five-year extension. Edwards was looking to keep his coaching staff in tact but some have left on their own knowing to dark days that lay ahead. This game doesn't have as much meaning to the Pack as their season final win over North Carolina and they were just 4-8 ATS. Take ARIZONA STATE! |
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12-28-17 | 76ers v. Blazers -3.5 | Top | 110-114 | Win | 100 | 11 h 3 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Portland 10:30 ET Trailblazers (-) over 76ers- I have said it the entire season, Joel Embiid is most impactful in player in the NBA when he is on the floor. Portland found out what he was about in their first meeting when the 76ers won and 'covered' their fifth straight meeting in Philadelphia. The Blazers who have lost six straight home games will have the return of Damian Lillard who averages 26.2 points and will return from a mild hamstring strain. Look for adjustments to be made against Embiid and for the Blazers to win one at home. Take PORTLAND! |
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12-28-17 | Michigan State v. Washington State +1.5 | Top | 42-17 | Loss | -100 | 24 h 19 m | Show |
Holiday Bowl- San Diego, CA 9:00 ET Michigan State vs Washington State Cougars over Spartans- When this match-up was established Washington State opened the favorite and now have moved to the underdog because of the 'public' and 'sharps' reaction and heavy betting on Michigan State. This game caught my eye early as I had great success with and against 'both' these clubs this season winning THREE different Games of the Year (3-0) with them involved! So, where do we go from here...I'm good here and have the Cougars offense and team speed to throttle the Spartans defense. Take WASHINGTON STATE! |
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12-28-17 | Stanford +3 v. TCU | 37-39 | Win | 100 | 24 h 18 m | Show | |
Alamo Bowl- San Antonio, TX 9:00 ET Stanford vs Texas Christian Cardinal (+) over Horned Frogs- A great matchup between two quality programs that will play fundamentally sound football. For football viewing pleasure is assured with these two quality coaches. TCU has limited its opponents just 3.2 yards per carry (8th) and will have to deal with one of the nation's top running backs who finished 2nd in the Heisman voting. Bryce Love ran for 1,973 yards (and missed time because of injury) averaging 8.3 yards an attempt. The Cardinal is 4-0 ATS in their last four against the Big-12 while TCU is 0-5 ATS after scoring 40 or more points in their previous game. This contest is virtually a toss-up and I'll take the points. Take STANFORD! |
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12-28-17 | Wolves +4 v. Bucks | 96-102 | Loss | -107 | 9 h 35 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Timberwolves (+) over Bucks- Both Minnesota and Milwaukee were expected to make significant strides this season and for the most part the Timberwolves are meeting those expectations while the Bucks just continue to be mediocre. The Wolves have won five straight while the Bucks have dropped their last two including a 115-104 beating by the Bulls playing with a slowed down Antetokounmpo. Even though the Bucks have had their way of late in this series (7-1 ATS in last 8) it's the Timberwolves time. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-28-17 | Pistons v. Magic +4.5 | 89-102 | Win | 100 | 7 h 23 m | Show | |
Detroit at Orlando 7:00 ET Magic (+) over Pistons- Orlando was 8-4 after their first 12 games and have gone 3-20 in their last 23 games including a pair of nine game losing streaks where they are right now. Injured players have part of the Magic downfall but did get the return of Jonathan Isaac Tuesday while the Piston lost a key clog with point guard Reggie Jackson who set a season high with 13 assists before his injury. His loss will be difficult to over-come. Take ORLANDO! |
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12-28-17 | Virginia Tech +6 v. Oklahoma State | Top | 21-30 | Loss | -108 | 21 h 44 m | Show |
Camping World Bowl- Orlando, FL 5:15 ET Virginia Tech vs Oklahoma State Hokies (+) over Cowboys- There is no question in my mind the 'public' and for the most part overall 'Free World' will be betting on the Cowboys. Virginia Tech is not a school that generates much interest and I think it has to do with their color scheme. But, they can and they do play good football and with the retirement of Frank Beamer and they haven't skipped a beat. There will a huge clash of styles here as Oklahoma State averages over 46 points per games while Virginia Tech allows only 13.5 points per contest. Take VIRGINIA TECH! |
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12-27-17 | Missouri -2.5 v. Texas | 16-33 | Loss | -120 | 23 h 13 m | Show | |
Texas Bowl Weds. 9:00 ET Missouri vs. Texas Tigers (-) over Longhorns- Texas is excited to be in a Bowl game their first since 2014 and are happy about not having to leave the state. The Longhorns have 'owned' Missouri winning 15 of the last 17 meetings but fell at Missouri 17-5 in the 2011 their last meeting. The Tigers come in winners of six straight after starting 1-5 and have a quarterback Drew Lock when threw more TD passes (43) then Baker Mayfield. The Longhorns have been hit with injuries, suspensions and transfers and have a depleted secondary that Lock will exploit. Take MISSOURI! |
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12-27-17 | San Diego State v. Wyoming +3 | 69-82 | Win | 100 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
San Diego State at Wyoming 9:00 ET Cowboys (+) Aztecs- This Mountain West encounter won't have any national interest but that doesn't mean 'we' can't pull out a winner here. San Diego State has beat-up on some little guys and are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall while The Cowboys have lassoed seven of eight opponents at home as Laramie can be a nasty place in late December. The Aztecs have a new head coach as Steve Fisher is gone and his first trip to Wyoming will not be pleasant. Take the COWBOYS! |
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12-27-17 | Purdue +3.5 v. Arizona | Top | 38-35 | Win | 100 | 23 h 58 m | Show |
Foster Farms Bowl Weds. 8:80 ET Purdue vs Arizona Boilermakers (+) over Wildcats- Okay I'm sure the storyline here will be the emergence of Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate who put up phenomenal 'number's rushing and passing the last eight games winning the final two to become bowl eligible. Arizona won those two games surrendering 48 and 42 points and 34.1 points per game this season. Purdue on the other hand prides itself on its defense allowing just 19.3 points. Look for these riled up Boilermakers to focus on Tate and negate his impact. Take PURDUE! |
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12-27-17 | Raptors +4 v. Thunder | 107-124 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Toronto at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Raptors (+) over Thunder- About two weeks ago I stated the I believed that the Thunder have turned the corner and they have put together five straight wins and 7-of-8. Toronto was rolling along with six straight wins and 'covers' before getting whacked in Dallas last night. The Raptors may have been looking ahead to this encounter and weren't completely focused. Toronto has had the best of it in this series going 4-0 ATS in their last six meetings in OKC and have won 12 of the past 14 meetings straight-up. Take TORONTO! |
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12-27-17 | Wizards -6 v. Hawks | 99-113 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 38 m | Show | |
Washington at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Hawks- Washington is coming off an emotional Christmas Day win at Boston 111-103 for their second straight win after their worst loss of the season 119-84 at Brooklyn last Friday. Atlanta who is just 5-11 straight-up at home have haven't destroyed their backers splitting 16 decisions ATS. The Hawks attempt to win back-to-back games for the first time this season as they are 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a straight-up win. I just think the Wizards after their impressive win over Boston will come out a little flat and the Hawks will take advantage (if the can). Tale ATLANTA! |
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12-27-17 | Celtics v. Hornets +1.5 | Top | 102-91 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 15 m | Show |
Boston at Charolette 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Celtics- The NBA season is long tough grind and it appears that it has taken its toll on the Boston Celtics before the New Year even started. Boston started the season with two straight losses then went a tear winning 20 of their next 22, but in the last 21 days they have gone 5-6 as the injuries have mounted. Playing Charolette may help the Celtics as they have defeated the Hornets five straight times and nine of their last 10 meetings with the three year anniversary of their last win over the Celtics coming this month. Momentum may be the key here and with Charlotte off a 18-point come from behind win over Milwaukee the Hornets have it and the Celtics don't. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-27-17 | Boston College +3 v. Iowa | 20-27 | Loss | -120 | 20 h 39 m | Show | |
Pinstripe Bowl Weds. 5:15 ET Boston College vs Iowa Hawkeyes over Eagles- I've had a couple of 'mood' swings concerning this game and I just believe my original instincts are correct. The Eagles come flying into Yankee Stadium with five wins in their last six games and with eight straight 'covers.' This matchup will have two clubs that will slug it out on the ground as Boston College averaging 224 per contest on the ground and yet had 24 passing TD and 23 rushing touchdowns. How's that for balance. The Hawkeyes are led by Nathen Stanley who threw for 25 TD's and just six interceptions but will get run down today. Take the EAGLES! |
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12-26-17 | Kings +5 v. Clippers | 95-122 | Loss | -102 | 11 h 4 m | Show | |
Sacramento at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Kings (+) over Clippers- Los Angeles who is 2nd in the Pacific Division at 13-19 lead the 11-21 Kings by two-games have been crippled with injuries and will once again have four players out as Blake Griffin, Danilo Gallinari, Wes Johnson and Patrick Beverley will all miss this contest. The Kings will be without exciting rookie De'Aaron Fox and ageless Vince Carter is a game time decision. The Clippers are 7-1-1 ATS in their last nine games overall while the Kings are 6-1-1 ATS after a straight-up loss. Take SACRAMENTO! |
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12-26-17 | Kansas State v. UCLA +7 | 35-17 | Loss | -130 | 24 h 26 m | Show | |
Cactus Bowl- Phoenix, AZ 9:00 ET Kansas State vs U.C.L.A. Bruins (+) over Wildcats- What a year for UCLA...a year of turmoil and disappointments. The Bruins lost their coach and their All-American quarterback for substantial time during the season. But, on the field UCLA lives and dies by the pass and they can certainerly throw and catch it but have major problems stopping it. This is where Kansas State will fall short here and frankly I'll take any points they are willing to give me. The Wildcats are 1-5 ATS in their last six against the PAC-12. Take U.C.L.A.! |
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12-26-17 | Raptors v. Mavs +6 | 93-98 | Win | 100 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
Toronto at Dallas 7:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Raptors- Very quietly Toronto has established the best winning percentage in the East (23-8 74%) which is actually better then the conference leader Boston (27-10 73%). The Raptors have won six straight and 12 of its last 13 games and are 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to Dallas. With five losses in their last six games the Mavericks have just nine wins and are one win better then the league's worst team Atlanta, who has only eight wins, with the last one coming against Dallas. The Mavs have had trouble closing games losing 12 of 14 games decided by six points or less. Take DALLAS! |
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12-26-17 | Pacers +2 v. Pistons | Top | 83-107 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
Indiana at Detroit 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Pistons- Two very evenly matched clubs face each other in Detroit where the Pistons have been an impressive 10-5 straight-up but are just 7-7-1 ATS. Indiana who is 8-7 on the road have proved to be profiteers away from home going 10-5 ATS. The Pacers have won seven of their last 10 while Detroit has won four of their last five and 2-of-3 meetings this season. Indiana is 7-2 ATS in their last nine meetings and the Pistons have dropped four straight ATS at home. Take INDIANA! |
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12-26-17 | Northern Illinois +6 v. Duke | 14-36 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 36 m | Show | |
Quick Lane Bowl- Detroit, MI 5:15 ET Northern Illinois vs Duke Huskies (+) over Blue Devils- I've turned myself around on this contest because I don't want to be considered a hypocrite (we all are when picking sides) by giving you the Team with the better record when they aren't favored. But, there is one thing that bothers me about this game and that is the site. I believe that the Huskies will be more comfortable in Detroit. Because of all this take...NORTHERN ILLINOIS! |
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12-26-17 | Utah -6.5 v. West Virginia | Top | 30-14 | Win | 100 | 17 h 7 m | Show |
Heart of Dallas Bowl- Dallas, TX 1:30 ET Utah vs West Virginia Utes (-) over Mountaineers- Here once again (Temple) we have a team with an inferior record favored over a better club and by a substantial amount. Utah is facing a losing record having lost to Stanford, USC and Washington by a combined seven points. West Virginia has the 16th rated offense and they are getting points here doesn't seem right to me. After closing the season with back-to-back losses to Texas and Oklahoma there doesn't seem to be much energy from the West Virginia faithful. The game being played the day after Christmas doesn't move them and ticket sales are slow. Utah has better motivation. Take the UTES! |
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12-25-17 | Wolves v. Lakers +5 | 121-104 | Loss | -107 | 26 h 17 m | Show | |
Minnesota at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET Lakers (+) over Timberwolves- I have to admit I always become intrigued when the Lakers are on broadcast and have noticed a few things about this NBA club. No. 1, the are very, very young, No. 2 they are very very talented and No. 3 they play no defense. Okay, but wow, I watched to see Lonzo Ball fail and was elated with his rocky start but the more I see the better chance he has at being a winner. I have no idea what will happen with his 'shot' but he can get better. Kyle Kuzma was no secret of 'us' (Utah) and with the emergence of Brandon Ingram (Duke) there is plenty of spring in their step. LA is 1-5 straight-up last six but 4-1 ATS in their last five. Wolves are 1-4 ATS in last five visits to Los Angeles. Take LAKERS! |
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12-25-17 | Raiders +10 v. Eagles | 10-19 | Win | 100 | 24 h 27 m | Show | |
Oakland at Philadelphia 8:30 ET Raiders (+) over Eagles- Other than exceptional coaching, Philadelphia is securely in the playoffs with a first-round bye and still have a shot the the top seed. The Eagles have the added incentive with the knowledge that the Super Bowl in in Minnesota and the 'Bird's would still prefer to remain home. Oakland had such high expectation after sweeping the pre-season (4-0 both SU and ATS)and then cursing to a pair of victories before the wheels fell off in a Prime Time game at Washington and they haven't really recovered since. All the Vegas hype with the future of show girls on their minds they went right into the tank covering only once in six road tries. The Eagles are 6-0 and 5-1 ATS at home but the Raiders have the league's top-ranked rushing defense (71.5 YPG) and Philly is on their second QB. Carr and the points...Take OAKLAND! |
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12-25-17 | Rockets v. Thunder +3 | Top | 107-112 | Win | 100 | 24 h 51 m | Show |
Houston at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- What a coincidence...the Rockets won 14 straight games with Chris Paul playing and have lost the last two with him sidelined. Let me think about this, I saw Houston meltdown in the final minutes with James Harden in charge and it was a complete cluster...Okay, I have no problem coming back with Oklahoma City (Megabucks Best Bet Winner) after Saturday's 103-89 romp at Utah. I said before the Jazz game that I think the Thunder of turned-the-corner. Four straight wins and the fifth comes here. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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12-25-17 | Cavs +5 v. Warriors | 92-99 | Loss | -107 | 19 h 1 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Golden State 3:00 ET Warriors (-) over Cavaliers- Oh look what we have here, a rematch of the NBA Finals and we all know how that turned out. The NBA must be so proud but there are short-comings to this game. Golden State's just had their 11-game win streak (last eight without MVP guard Stephen Curry) ended Saturday with a home loss to Denver 96-81 where their shooting just went cold. Cleveland has been on a streak of their own winning 19 of the last 21 with LeBron James playing the best 'ball' of his career. I look for Durant, Thompson and Green to pick up the slack and run the older Cavaliers. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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12-24-17 | Jaguars v. 49ers +4.5 | Top | 33-44 | Win | 100 | 22 h 13 m | Show |
Jacksonville at San Francisco 4:05 ET 49ers (+) over Jaguars- Boy, do 'we' love that Jaguars defense! Jacksonville defense is ranked No. 1 in scoring defense, sacks, passing yards forced fumbles and third in total yards and yet they have something in common with San Francisco...they have both won their last three games. Jimmy Garoppolo is undefeated as a 49ers starter (3-0) but will be facing a stone wall Sunday. The Jaguars are little banged-up with Fournette and Allen missing practice time this week. Niners have enough defense to neutralize Blake Bortles inconsistent play. Take SAN FRANCISCO! |
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12-24-17 | Lions v. Bengals +3 | 17-26 | Win | 100 | 19 h 18 m | Show | |
Detroit at Cincinnati 1:00 ET Bengals (+) over Lions- What is everyone talking about? The 'media' is making a big deal that this will be the final home game for Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis. I don't believe it! Who would around to enable this bunch of 'thugs' who would be nothing without him but street criminals. Remember that this is a team with little character who have already laid down the past two weeks losing by a combined score of 67-14 against the Vikings and Bears. Now, the finish with the division with the Lions at home. I hate to do this but. Detroit realizes they have virtually no chance to make the playoffs and will most likely mail it in first. Congrats and 'Good-riddance' to you, you bum, you win today! Take CINCINNATI! |
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12-24-17 | Rams v. Titans +7 | Top | 27-23 | Win | 100 | 19 h 12 m | Show |
Los Angeles Rams at Tennessee 1:00 ET Titans (+) over Rams- Imagine this...fired Los Angeles coach Jeff Fisher is upset because he isn't getting any credit for building this Rams team into what it is today. The LA turn around has been the lead story in the NFL this season and they enter Sunday's contest against Tennessee is important for playoff position. The titans are one of three teams tied for the final two spots and are coming off a horrible offensive performance at Arizona losing 13-7 their second straight loss. Rams off their 'biggest' win of the season at Seattle they should get caught here. Tennessee is much better at home where they are 5-1 straight and they will be getting points here so I like the value. Great spot! Take the TITANS! |
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12-23-17 | Blazers +3 v. Lakers | 95-92 | Win | 100 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Portland at L.A. Lakers 9:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Lakers- The Lakers have been on a point spread tear winning their last four ATS and six of their last seven but there is a factor to consider. In every game the Lakers were underdogs and as a matter of fact they have been underdogs 10 straight games and have posted three outright wins in their last seven. The Trailblazers have lost their last six at home but are a surprising 9-6 on the road but will be without Damian Lillard who will be replaced by Shabazz Napier who will team up well with CJ McCollum. Port;and has dominated this series...just listen to these numbers. Portland has won the last 10 meetings straight-up, they are 21-8 ATS in the last 29 meetings in LA and they are 42-17 ATS in the last 59 meetings overall. Take PORTLAND! |
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12-23-17 | Vikings v. Packers +9 | 16-0 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 28 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Green Bay 8:30 ET Packers (+) over Vikings- Well, the Vikings are 'in' and Aaron Rogers is out! Minnesota has clinched the NFC North but can still secure a first round bye and possible home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Green Bay on the other hand is 'out' (first time since 2008) and can only play the roll of spoiler. Rogers is done for the year and it's back to Brett Hundley who did show some progress while subbing at QB. Let hope is was enough to crack this Vikings defense. Take GREEN BAY! |
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12-23-17 | Thunder +1 v. Jazz | Top | 103-89 | Win | 100 | 8 h 31 m | Show |
Oklahoma City at Utah 8:00 ET Thunder (+) over Jazz- After failing to meet the 'experts' expectations playing under .500 the Thunder have won their last three and five of their last six. These two met on Wednesday with Oklahoma City laying a home hurt of the Jazz 107-79. Utah responded with a bounce-back win over San Antonio on Thursday. The Thunder may have turned the corner and are feeling better about themselves and run to a win here. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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12-23-17 | Nets v. Pacers -9.5 | 119-123 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 41 m | Show | |
Brooklyn at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Nets- Indiana gave themselves a boost of confidence with a win at Atlanta Wednesday a day after they blew a five-point lead to the Celtics in the final seconds at Bankers Life Fieldhouse and have now lost three straight at home. The Pacers should also feel good about playing the Nets who they defeated 140-131 in their season opener. Brooklyn is off an upset win against Washington last night cleaning the board with a 60-35 advantage. Indiana has won the last five meetings and they get to a half-dozen tonight. Take the PACERS! |
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12-23-17 | Appalachian State v. Toledo -6.5 | 34-0 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 44 m | Show | |
Dollar General Bowl Sat. 7:00 ET Appalachian State vs Toledo Rockets (-) over Mountaineers- Same teams, different bowl and different result. Last season these two hook-up in the Camellia Bowl in Birmingham and this year they meet in Mobil. The Mountaineers won that clash 31-28 and now they come in Sun Belt co-champions while Toledo is the Mid-America Conference champ. The Rockets (11-2) have the MAC Player of the Year Logan Woodside who will be able to exploit Appalachian State's suspect defense as they averaged 39 points per game and will score more here. Take TOLEDO! |
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12-23-17 | Colts +14 v. Ravens | 16-23 | Win | 100 | 20 h 45 m | Show | |
Indianapolis at Baltimore 4:30 ET Colts (+) over Ravens- Baltimore who holds the playoff tiebreaker over Buffalo because of a better record among common opponents. The Ravens have the same record as last season when the went on the road and laid an egg, this time their final two games are at home. The Colts are a statistical nightmare with the 31st ranked offense and a 30th ranked defense that allowed a league high 49 sacks. But, there is one scary thing about this series and that is the Colts are 9-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take the points with INDIANAPOLIS! |
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12-23-17 | UCLA +7 v. Kentucky | 83-75 | Win | 100 | 5 h 17 m | Show | |
U.C.L.A. vs Kentucky 4:00 ET Bruins (+) over Wildcats- The Bruins have been hit hard by graduation and theft. Gone are Lonzo Ball, T.J. Leaf and Isaac Hamilton along with the three freshman that (including LiAngelo Ball) were bounced for the year. This is the third meetings between these two schools within the last 12 months with the Bruins winning at Kentucky and the Wildcats getting revenge in the NCAA Tourney. This one will come down to the final buzzer...take the points with UCLA! |
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12-23-17 | Army +7 v. San Diego State | Top | 42-35 | Win | 100 | 19 h 29 m | Show |
Armed Forces Bowl Sat. 3:30 ET Army vs. San Diego State Black Knights (+) over Aztecs- If this game were to be played in 'black and white' one might think he was watching college football in the 1950's. (except the players are huge now a days) Both clubs will run the ball and only put it in the air when necessary. The Army of course moves on the ground and led the nation in rushing at 356 per games while the Aztecs with Rashaad Penny leading the way individually with 2,027 yards. State holds a 2-0 series record winning last at West Point 42-7 in 2012...the Army remembers! Take the BLACK KNIGHTS! |
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12-23-17 | Connecticut v. Auburn -11 | 64-89 | Win | 100 | 4 h 8 m | Show | |
Connecticut at Auburn 2:30 ET Tigers (-) over Huskies- Oh how the mighty have fallen! It was been at least two decades if not three before you can find the last time the Huskies were double-digit dogs in consecutive games. The idea that Auburn is this strong a favorite over Connecticut in an NCAA basketball raises some eyebrows. The Huskies will get a good look at the recruit that got away as Mustapha Heron a Connecticut local decided on Auburn and he leads the Tigers in scoring as they go for their 10th straight win and they get it here. Take AUBURN! |
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12-23-17 | Ohio State +7 v. North Carolina | Top | 72-86 | Loss | -108 | 3 h 9 m | Show |
Ohio State vs North Carolina 1:30 ET Buckeyes (+) over Tar Heels- Oh boy, North Carolina is coming off an upset loss to Wofford and now faces Ohio State in New Orleans. Buckeyes coach Chris Holtmann believes that the Tar Heel will be ready to lay a hurt on their next opponent which happens to be the Buckeyes. The Heels have not loss consecutive games since February 2016 and hold an 11-2 series advantage against the State. The Buckeyes enter with five straight wins and will throw everything they have at Carolina. Heels confidence is little shaky right now. Take OHIO STATE! |
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12-23-17 | Texas Tech +3 v. South Florida | Top | 34-38 | Loss | -105 | 16 h 54 m | Show |
Birmingham Bowl Sat. 12:00 ET Texas Tech vs. South Florida Red Raiders (+) over Bulls- Speed, speed and more speed that's what we will see on display here at Legion Field. Two of the nation's top offenses butt heads as No. 25 South Florida with their lightening quick backs average over 38 points per contest while the Red Raiders put up 34.3 out of the Big-12. Bulls first year coach Charlie Strong isn't happy playing in Birmingham after starting 7-0 as they dropped their final game to Central Florida after a loss to Houston in week eight. The Red Raiders head coach Kliff Kingsbury is going with senior Nic Shimonek and it will pay off here. Take TEXAS TECH! |
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12-22-17 | Nuggets +1.5 v. Blazers | 102-85 | Win | 100 | 9 h 5 m | Show | |
Denver at Portland 10:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Trailblazers- Both these clubs enter this fray losing their last two with the Trailblazers struggling at home. Portland is the only team currently in a playoff spot with a losing home record (7-9) and haven't won at the Moda Center in over a month while losing their last five as hosts. It might help Portland that Denver has lost 10 of its last 13 on the road but the Blazers will be without guard Damian Lillard who has a hamstring injury last time out. The 'price' tells me that the Trailblazers are in trouble here. Take DENVER! |
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12-22-17 | Xavier v. Northern Iowa +6.5 | Top | 77-67 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 17 m | Show |
Xavier at Northern Iowa 9:00 ET Panthers (+) over Musketeers- No. 8 Xavier has won six straight games and has one of the largest scoring margins in the nation. The Musketeers defeated Northern Iowa twice last season both games on neutral sites. The Panthers are undefeated 6-0 at home and are 12-6 all-time against ranked teams at home and are battled tested having played No. 1 Villanova and No. 5 North Carolina and will come up big here. Take NORTHERN IOWA! |
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12-22-17 | Colorado +5 v. Iowa | 73-80 | Loss | -125 | 10 h 30 m | Show | |
Colorado vs. Iowa 9:00 ET Buffalo's (+) over Hawkeyes- Both these clubs seem to be floundering a bit as Colorado has dropped three of their last five and the Hawkeyes started 3-0 then dropped six of seven and are now back on track with three straight wins. This is the first meeting between these two schools in 22 years with Iowa holding a 4-3 series lead (means nothing). With a strong performance by their bench to Buffs have the depth to win here. Take COLORADO! |
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12-22-17 | Wizards v. Nets +5.5 | 84-119 | Win | 100 | 7 h 47 m | Show | |
Washington at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Wizards- The last time the Nets won a game was against these same Wizards (103-99) who were playing without John Wall in Brooklyn on 10 days ago. The Wizards are off a 116-106 win over New Orleans but Wall is shooting just 35% since his return from his injury. Brooklyn has lost their last four but are looking to get Jahill Okafor some playing time as he has not seen any action the last two games. Look for the Nets to rebound here. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-22-17 | Northwestern +9 v. Oklahoma | 78-104 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 49 m | Show | |
Northwestern at Oklahoma 7:00 ET Wildcats (+) over Sooners- Does anyone remember that last time a player lead the NCAA in scoring and assists in the same season? I don't, has it ever happened? Well, right now Oklahoma guard Trae Young leads the nation in both averaging 28.5 points and 10.2 assists and is off a NCAA record tying 22 assists last time out. Northwestern after their NCAA run last season started ranked in the top-20 but dropped four of their first nine but have now won their last four. Take NORTHWESTERN! |
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12-22-17 | Central Michigan v. Wyoming -3 | 14-37 | Win | 100 | 6 h 56 m | Show | |
Central Michigan vs. Wyoming 4:00 ET Chippewas (+) over Cowboys- Ha, what are to we to do now, a game between Cowboys and Indians...few protests in Idaho I would bet. When the season started what we heard about NCAA quarterbacks was about two guys from Los Angeles. The was talk of the USC and UCLA quarterbacks what was the potential of Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen. But, after an opening loss at Iowa and a crushing by Oregon Allen never seemed to show what he could do. He also missed the last two games because of a shoulder injury, but he will play here. The Chippewas rallied from down 17-0 to defeat Northern Illinois 31-24 to close the season with five straight wins and fall short here. Take WYOMING! |
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12-21-17 | Spurs v. Jazz +3.5 | 89-100 | Win | 100 | 9 h 27 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Utah 10:30 ET Jazz (+) over Spurs- Both these clubs have had a number of long team injuries to contend with as the Spurs have Tony Parker and Kawhi Leonard are back on a limited basis. The Spurs won without both of them last night at Portland 93-91 and come to Salt Lake City with a 3-game winning streak and winners of 11 of 14, as these clubs split four games last season. The Jazz are 11-5 both SU and ATS at home while San Antonio is 5-10 ATS on the road. In the second of back-to-back road games the Spurs fall tonight. Take UTAH! |
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12-21-17 | Gonzaga v. San Diego State +6 | Top | 70-72 | Win | 100 | 12 h 4 m | Show |
Gonzaga at San Diego State 10:00 ET Aztecs (+) over Bulldogs- Gonzaga who made it to the championship game a season ago are looking forward to a break in the weather and are happy to be in southern California to play just their second true road game of the year. San Diego State who has been off the past 12 days and is anxious to get their 'big' men on the floor (4 guys at 6'10” or better) against the Bulldogs. The Aztecs have three losses this season all to PAC-12 opponents and are 1-3 against Power-5 conferences but come up big tonight. Take SAN DIEGO STATE! |
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12-21-17 | Celtics v. Knicks +3 | Top | 93-102 | Win | 100 | 7 h 18 m | Show |
Boston at New York 8:00 ET Knicks (+) over Celtics- The Celtics have cooled off a bit after starting 22-4 and have split their last eight games going 4-4 since but have dominated the Knicks at Madison Square Garden going 25-12 ATS. The Knicks have the most home wins of any clubs in the East with 14 and are 14-5 ATS as hosts. Kristaps Porzingis will be back in the line-up after missing the past two games (Knicks are 1-5 without him) and looks to gain some revenge for an early season 110-89 loss in Boston. Take NEW YORK! |
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12-21-17 | Temple -7 v. Florida International | Top | 28-3 | Win | 100 | 25 h 4 m | Show |
Temple vs. Florida International 8:00 ET Owls (-) over Panthers- I tried this before (unsuccessfully) where I laid points with a team with an inferior record and playing virtually a road game. The Temple Owls at 6-6 closed the season with three wins in their last four to become bowl eligible defeating the likes of Navy, Cincinnati and Tulsa while falling to undefeated Central Florida. FIU scored 104 points in their last two games victories over W. Kentucky 41-17 and U.Mass 63-45. Both teams put points on the board while giving four touchdowns per game. The points may be the difference but I don't believe so. Take TEMPLE! |
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12-21-17 | Raptors v. 76ers +3.5 | 114-109 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 12 m | Show | |
Toronto at Philadelphia 7:00 ET 76ers (+) over Raptors- Handicapping the 76ers should be an easy thing. When Joel Embiid plays they are a contender when he doesn't they are 1-6 straight-up and right now they have dropped their last three and seven of their last eight. Toronto on the other hand has won four in-a-row and 10 of their last 11 going 11-1 at home but just 10-7 on the road. Embiid with miss both of these back-to-back meetings with the Raptors hosting Philly on Sunday. Toronto has dominated this series winning 16 of the last 17 meetings but that was a different Sixers clubs. In a bounce-back the 76ers get the money. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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12-20-17 | Spurs v. Blazers -2.5 | 93-91 | Loss | -107 | 10 h 13 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Portland 10:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Spurs- Okay, All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard has returned to the Spurs after a 27-game lay-off to start the season but has been limited to just 17 minutes a game. Portland is off a successful road trip (3-2) losing their final game 108-107 at Minnesota Monday when they didn't shoot a free throw in the second half. During the past 10 years the one team that has given San Antonio the most fits in the Trailblazers who are 19-13 straight-up over the Spurs and 10-4 st home. Take PORTLAND! |
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12-20-17 | Pacers v. Hawks +4.5 | 105-95 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 48 m | Show | |
Indiana at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Pacers- Indiana is coming off a disheartening loss against the Celtics with their last minute meltdown as they blew a five-point lead with 31-seconds remaining Monday after coming back from a 19-point deficit. Atlanta meanwhile, who is 2-5 straight-up in their last seven games is 6-1 ATS as they are taking advantage of the odds-maker after a horrendous start. The Pacers should be a little flat coming off their collapse against Boston. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-20-17 | Raptors v. Hornets +2.5 | Top | 129-111 | Loss | -103 | 7 h 26 m | Show |
Toronto at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (+) over Raptors- Home court advantage is stronger then ever in the NBA. Toronto tonight's road team in this match-up is 11-1 at home but just 9-7 both straight-up and ATS on the road. Charlotte is off a home win Monday night against the Knicks but that was just the Hornets second win in their last seven games as hosts. The Hornets have had their way as hosts against the Raptors as they are 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings in Charlotte including a 113-78 win last January the most recent head-to-head encounter. Add that the Toronto is just 9-23 ATS in their last 32 meetings overall. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-19-17 | Cavs v. Bucks +2.5 | Top | 116-119 | Win | 100 | 10 h 5 m | Show |
Cleveland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Cavaliers- Well, the Cavaliers are on another winning streak with five straight victories as LeBron James has posted 'triple-doubles' in four of those five wins while Milwaukee has dropped their last three straight-up. These two clubs have one thing in common and that is both have played poorly ATS at home where the Bucks are 9-5 straight-up but just 4-8-2 ATS as hosts and the Cavaliers are 2-14-1 ATS at home. But, the critical point here is that the Bucks were 'favored' in those contests and now they are an underdog. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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12-18-17 | Falcons v. Bucs +7 | Top | 24-21 | Win | 100 | 11 h 35 m | Show |
Atlanta at Tampa Bay 8:30 ET Buccaneers (+) over Falcons- Atlanta who trails New Orleans and Carolina by one-game can survive the Super Bowl loser syndrome by winning their final three games and qualify for the playoffs. Lucky for the Falcons they start with Tampa Bay who has dropped their last three and always seem to fall short when up against this NFC South going 0-5 ATS in their last five division encounters. As a matter of fact Atlanta is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings but Jameis Winston has had some of his better performances against the Falcons throwing for 542 yards and seven scores and only one interception in two meetings last season. Take TAMPA BAY! |
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12-18-17 | 76ers v. Bulls +2.5 | 115-117 | Win | 100 | 8 h 59 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over 76ers- 'Break-up the Bulls' is the call after five straight wins following a 3-20 start has the Chicago youth movement headed in the right direction. Since returning to the squad after getting his face punched in by teammate Bobby Portis, Nikola Mirotic has been the glue hold this club together. Philadelphia is off a triple-overtime loss to Oklahoma City on Friday with Joel Embiid playing a career high 48 minutes and he will not even travel with the squad for tonight's contest. Take CHICAGO! |
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12-18-17 | Knicks v. Hornets -5.5 | 91-109 | Win | 100 | 7 h 8 m | Show | |
New York at Charlotte 7:00 ET Hornets (-) over Knicks- Streaks are a part of the NBA and here we have two clubs moving in opposite directions as New York has won their last four and Charlotte has dropped their last three. The Knicks have been winning but have incurred injuries to a pair of starters in Tim Hardaway and more importantly Kristaps Porzingis. The Hornets who opened the season 7-2 at home but have dropped 10 of their last 12 while New York has struggled on the road going 2-8 straight-up and 3-7 ATS. Take CHARLOTTE! |
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12-18-17 | Celtics v. Pacers +3 | Top | 112-111 | Win | 100 | 7 h 2 m | Show |
Boston at Indiana 7:00 ET Pacers (+) over Celtics- Something is going on with the Celtics that the 'oddsmakers' must know about that is affecting the lines on their games. They just seem so short this past week. After a 22-4 start Boston has dropped 3-of-5 while Indiana has won five wins in their last seven contests and 11 of their last 16 with the emergence of Victor Oladipo. The Celtics may have lost some of their 'mojo' as they had two horrible losses last week to Chicago 108-85 and Utah at home 107-95. This 'number' is short and I believe the 'man' is telling us to take INDIANA! |
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12-17-17 | Cowboys v. Raiders +3 | Top | 20-17 | Push | 0 | 18 h 18 m | Show |
Dallas at Oakland 8:30 ET Raiders (+) over Cowboys- Two clubs that are battling for their playoff lives face-off Sunday night in Oakland where the 6-7 Raiders will host the 7-6 Cowboys. Both squads are on the outside looking in as they are one game out of the final playoff spot. Dallas defeated the Giants in a 4th quarter romp while Oakland was looking dreadful in their 26-15 loss to Kansas City who allowed the Raiders two 4th quarter scores in a game they were never in. Derek Carr doesn't look he has recovered from the injury that knocked him out the final weeks but has 21 scoring passes and only five interceptions in his last 10 games at home. Take the RAIDERS! |
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12-17-17 | Pacers v. Nets +3.5 | Top | 109-97 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 30 m | Show |
Indiana at Brooklyn 6:00 ET Nets (+) over Pacers- Brooklyn went out and traded Trevor Booker for a pair of No. 1 picks in Jahil Okafor and Nik Stauskas and they made their first appearance last time out in Friday's 120-87 loss at Toronto. Both made their Nets' debut Friday and were contributors as Stauskas scored 22 and Okafor 10 in just 22 minutes. Both clubs enter having lost their last two contests and the Pacers in the past have dominated this series in the past going 11-5 ATS in Brooklyn and 4-0 ATS in their last four meetings but, this is a much different Nets squad. Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-17-17 | Patriots v. Steelers +3 | Top | 27-24 | Push | 0 | 14 h 20 m | Show |
New England at Pittsburgh 4:25 ET Steelers (+) over Patriots- I am having trouble getting past a few facts surrounding this game. To start with Pittsburgh has the best record 11-2 in the AFC, next they are at home and after all that how can they be an underdog' here. It doesn't seem right but then I see that Tom Brady has thrown 22 touchdown passes and zero interceptions in the past seven games against Pittsburgh. The Patriots will have Rob Gronkowski back and have added Kenny Britt. For the Steelers it is difficult to measure the loss of linebacker Ryan Shazier and yet they are the side here. Take PITTSBURGH! |
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12-17-17 | Rams +1.5 v. Seahawks | Top | 42-7 | Win | 100 | 14 h 6 m | Show |
L.A. Rams at Seattle 4:05 ET Rams (+) over Seahawks- Really now...honest, the Seahawks are favored by less then a field goal at home and I'm supposed to believe that they will bounce back from the loss they took at Jacksonville last week. If I look at the history I see that the Seahawks have already defeated the Rams in LA 16-10 and are 8-2 ATS versus the Rams as hosts. But, there is always a but the underdog is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take LOS ANGELES. |
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12-17-17 | Magic v. Pistons -10.5 | 110-114 | Loss | -102 | 6 h 37 m | Show | |
Orlando at Detroit 4:00 ET Pistons (-) over Magic- The Pistons have been among the 'streaky' teams this season and have bounced back with two straight road wins after a seven game losing streak. Detroit returns home where they have lost their last three contests but are 8-5 both straight-up and as host at home. Although Orlando won 3-of-4 from the Pistons last season they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in Detroit and 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Pistons are firing on all cylinders...Take DETROIT |
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12-16-17 | Mavs v. Spurs -7 | 96-98 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 48 m | Show | |
Dallas at San Antonio 8:30 ET Spurs (-) over Mavericks- This is the fourth and final regular season meetings between these two with the Spurs holding a 2-1 advantage. San Antonio is off a horrid performance against Houston last night where they famous bench was outscored 73-36 as they never led at any points and trailed by 28-points at one time. I expect a huge effort out of the Spurs tonight as the stop their mini two-game slide. Take SAN ANTONIO! |
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12-16-17 | Chargers v. Chiefs +1 | Top | 13-30 | Win | 100 | 27 h 4 m | Show |
L.A. Chargers at Kansas City 8:25 ET Chiefs over Chargers- The ups-and-downs of the NFL season is evident here as these two 7-6 clubs have taken different routes to get into this position. The Chargers started 0-4 and are 7-2 since while Kansas City won their first five and have dropped six of eight that has brought them together here. LA when getting points is 4-1 ATS in Kansas City but the Chiefs have won the last 1o meetings. Alex Smith has six TD passes and two int's while posting a 108.7 rating in the last three meetings with the Chargers. Take KANSAS CITY! |
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12-16-17 | Bucks v. Rockets -11 | 111-115 | Loss | -109 | 7 h 23 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Houston 8:00 ET Rockets (-) over Bucks- It isn't so much that Houston has won 12 in-a-row but that they are undefeated with Chris Paul in the lineup with the last 10 wins coming by double-digits. Milwaukee meanwhile has dropped their last two games to New Orleans and Chicago despite have won six of seven before those losses. The Rockets offense is tops in the league while the Bucks defense is ranked 28th allowing 110.5 points in December. Take HOUSTON! |
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12-16-17 | Jazz v. Cavs -9.5 | Top | 100-109 | Loss | -107 | 7 h 58 m | Show |
Utah at Cleveland 7:30 ET Cavaliers (-) over Jazz- Last night 'we' posted Utah as 'our' 'Highest-Rated' release against Boston and 'we' were rewarded with an 'outright' 107-95 win as a 5-point underdog. So, why would the Cavaliers be almost a double-digit favorite when the Celtics have a much better record. Cleveland is double the points that the Celtics had to lay last night and tonight they win. Take CLEVELAND! |
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12-16-17 | Marshall v. Colorado State -3.5 | 31-28 | Loss | -110 | 24 h 37 m | Show | |
New Mexico Bowl Sat. 4:30 ET Marshall vs Colorado State Rams (-) over Thundering Herd- A pair of 7-5 clubs that have treated their backers in a totally different manner. Marshall roared out to a 5-1 ATS road record and enter 3-0 as a dog while the Rams come in 0-6 ATS in their last six overall. Colorado State has a bit more experience at University Stadium having played the Lobos on a regular basis and will be familiar with their surroundings. The Rams unlike their opponent 'murdered' their backers going 1-5 ATS on the road, and yet are a strong favorite here. Take COLORADO STATE! |
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12-16-17 | Bears +5 v. Lions | Top | 10-20 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 15 m | Show |
Chicago at Detroit 4:30 ET Bears (+) over Lions- Matthew Stafford even with an injured hand was able to lead the Lions to a 24-21 win over Tampa Bay throwing for 381 yards. He threw for 299 yards in their first meeting a 27-24 last minute win at Chicago. Mitch Trubisky is getting better each weeks as he is off a 25-32 for 271 yard performance and was 18-30 with a TD in the first meeting. The Bears ground game against Detroit run defense will be able to mover the ball. Take CHICAGO! |
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12-16-17 | Northern Iowa +2.5 v. Iowa State | Top | 65-76 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 52 m | Show |
Northern Iowa at Iowa State 4:30 ET Panthers (+) over Cyclones- After losing four starting seniors from last year's squad Iowa State started the season with two losses to Missouri and Milwaukee, since then the Cyclones have reeled off seven straight wins. Northern Iowa has lost two games as well to powerhouses North Carolina and No.1 Villanova. NI has a pair of points guard that understand the game as their father was NBA star Brad Lohaus. Iowa State leads the series 36-13 but the Panthers have won four of the last five. Take NORTHERN IOWA. |
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12-16-17 | Oregon -7 v. Boise State | Top | 28-38 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 16 m | Show |
Oregon vs. Boise State 3:30 ET Ducks (-) over Broncos- Okay here we go...the Bowl season kick-offs for 'us' with this top-rated winner that just doesn't make sense. Here comes Oregon into Las Vegas with a meager 7-5 record including just one road win in five tries going 1-4 ATS. Boise State (10-3) may be without running back Alex Mattison who has an ankle injury and the Ducks Royce Freeman (from Las Vegas will sit out to protect his draft status). The Ducks enter this contest with a 'new' head coach as Willie Taggart left after less then one year at the helm. Boise Sate has won the past two meetings and this time Oregon gets the ring. Take the DUCKS! |
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12-16-17 | Cincinnati v. UCLA +3.5 | 77-63 | Loss | -100 | 5 h 35 m | Show | |
Cincinnati at U.C.L.A. 3:30 ET Bruins (+) over Bearcats- UCLA has had a full week to lick their wounds after blowing a 15-point 2nd half lead against Michigan losing 78-69 in overtime. Cincinnati once again is a club that plays tough defense ranking No. 4 in defensive efficiency but losses to Xavier and Florida have dropped them out of the Top-25. Although the Bruins are just 2-3 ATS at home they are 5-0 straight-up and an underdog here. Take UCLA! |
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12-16-17 | Virginia Tech +5.5 v. Kentucky | Top | 86-93 | Loss | -113 | 3 h 13 m | Show |
Virginia Tech at Kentucky 2:00 ET Hokies (+) over Wildcats- No. 8 Kentucky is 8-1 with their lone loss coming to the hands of Kansas 65-61 five weeks ago while Virginia Tech (9-1) received their lone loss at the hands of St. Louis 77-71 at New York's Madison Square Garden. The Hokies lead the nation in scoring at 96.2 points per game and margin of victory (25.5) and are 4th in assists at 20.0. The Wildcats top six scorers are all freshman and are shooting just 22.6 percent from beyond the arch. Take VIRGINIA TECH! |
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12-16-17 | North Texas +7 v. Troy | 30-50 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 11 m | Show | |
New Orleans Bowl- Sat. 1:00 ET Troy vs. N. Texas State- These two are familiar with each other as their mutual Sun Belt experience that resulted in Troy's winning 8-of-10 meetings. North Texas was 7-1 in USA competition which I have to believe is a step (be it a small step) above the Sun Belt where the Trojans dominated on defense. Troy led the nation in Red Zone defense allowing only 23 scores in 39 attempts and they were 11th in scoring defense (17.5 points). But, the Trojans are just 2-7 ATS as favorites against CUSA and Mean Green is 7-2 ATS versus the Sun Belt and finally bowl favorites going 3-0 both SU and ATS are 1-11 ATS when facing a foe off a loss. A bit to chew but, (thanks ML) a winner. Take NORTH TEXAS STATE! |
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12-15-17 | Jazz +6 v. Celtics | Top | 107-95 | Win | 100 | 6 h 19 m | Show |
Utah at Boston 7:35 ET Jazz (+) over Celtics- The storyline here was supposed to be about Gordon Hayward's first game against his old team but instead it is a homecoming for Jonas Jerebko (yep 'that' Jonas Jerebko). Utah has dropped their last nine games at the TD Garden going 0-6-1 ATS and are 2-9-2 ATS in the last 13 meetings overall. Boston enters this contest a little banged-up as Irving, Horford and Marcus Morris are out or questionable. Jazz look to end their losing ways here. Take the JAZZ! |
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12-15-17 | Pistons +4.5 v. Pacers | 104-98 | Win | 100 | 6 h 8 m | Show | |
Detroit at Indiana 7:00 ET Pistons (+) over Pacers- Detroit won for the first time in December last night winning at Atlanta 105-91 ending a seven-game losing streak while the Pacers are off their Wednesday night Paul George home-coming loss to OKC 100-95. Indiana has had their way against the Pistons winning nine of the last 10 meetings including six straight (0-6 ATS) at Bankers Life. The 'Motor City' boys have regained their confidence and are 10-4-1 ATS on the road with Andre Drummond leading the way. Take DETROIT! |
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12-15-17 | Clippers v. Wizards -9.5 | 91-100 | Loss | -113 | 6 h 53 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Washington 7:00 ET Wizards (-) over Clippers- The Clippers are recovering from their loss of Blake Griffin and have won their last three including a 113-112 victory over Washington just six days ago. The Wizards were without John Wall in that loss but he returned Wednesday to help in a 93-87 win over Memphis. Wall missed nine games and Washington was 4-5 in those games without Wall but now Los Angeles is without guard Patrick Berverly for the remainder of the season. The Wiz gain some revenge. Take WASHINGTON! |
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12-14-17 | Broncos v. Colts +3 | 25-13 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 52 m | Show | |
Denver at Indianapolis 8:25 Colts (+) over Broncos- Is this for real? Denver is both 0-6 straight-up and ATS on the road and are a favorite here. Doesn't that seem a bit odd? It does to me. When I look at the team stats I begin to understand the odds-makers position and it has little to do with Broncos. It's about how inept the Colts play. They rank 31st in points allowed, 30th in total yards allowed and 30th in passing yards. The strong support for Denver comes when they play defense which is ranked No.1 allowing just 280 yards a game. Still, remember that 'stats' never lie but the can be very mis-leading. Play to win. Take INDIANAPOLIS! |
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12-14-17 | Pistons v. Hawks +4 | Top | 105-91 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 54 m | Show |
Detroit at Atlanta 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Pistons- Deep funk is the term being used to describe the Pistons current play as they have lost seven straight going just 2-5 ATS with 1-point 'covers' against Golden State and San Antonio. Atlanta is trending in the opposite direction as they are 4-0 ATS in their last four after a horrid 2-12 start. Detroit posted a 111-104 victory at home over Atlanta in early November but are just 2-5 ATS in the last seven meetings. The Hawks are 3-9 straight-up at home but are 6-6 ATS. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-13-17 | Bucks +2.5 v. Pelicans | 108-115 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 19 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at New Orleans 8:00 ET Bucks (+) over Pelicans- The moves that Milwaukee made to acquire Eric Bledsoe are starting to show dividends as they have won their last three and six of their last seven. Teamed-up with the 'Greek Freak' who is averaging 29.8 points and 10.4 rebounds Bledsoe see to it that his teammate gets the ball at the right time and place as Antetokounmpo shooting is up to 54.6%. With Anthony Davis day-to-day even if he plays he won't be 100%. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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12-13-17 | Clippers +1.5 v. Magic | 106-95 | Win | 100 | 6 h 27 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers at Orlando 7:00 ET Clippers (+) over Magic- Injuries and long losing streaks have been a part of the season so far for both these clubs as they started fast and then quickly went to the Bach-house. The Clippers appear to have adjusted to life without Blake Griffin and have won their last two after a four-game slide. Orlando has dropped their last two and are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall. Los Angeles has won the last seven meetings and and will make it eight tonight. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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12-13-17 | Villanova v. Temple +9 | 87-67 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 10 m | Show | |
Villanova at Temple 7:00 ET Owls (+) over Wildcats- It took 10 games but Villanova is now ranked No.1 and it is the third straight season that have achieved that lofty status. Temple who is 6-2 overall and 1-1 in the Big 5 and is last Big 5 team to defeat Villanova who has 22 straight wins in the series dating back to December of 2012. The Owls virtually blew a 16-point lead with five minutes remaining before hanging on 81-78 against St. Joseph's Saturday as they got caught looking ahead to this encounter. Temple holds a 16-9 advantage as home in this series. Take TEMPLE! |
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12-12-17 | Michigan v. Texas -5 | Top | 59-52 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 58 m | Show |
Michigan at Texas 9:00 ET Longhorns (-) over Wolverines- Michigan is coming off a huge comeback win over UCLA Saturday where they trailed the Bruins by 15 points in the second half and managed to come all the way back and win 78-69 in overtime for the win and 'cover.' Texas has played two overtime contests losing consecutive games to No. 4 Duke 85-78 blowing a 15-point second half lead and bowing to No. 13 Gonzaga 76-71. Michigan has had the best of this series going 3-0 straight-up the past three seasons and is 8-3 ATS against the Big-12 but five of the past six meetings have been decided by six points or less. Take TEXAS! |
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12-12-17 | Spurs v. Mavs +6 | 89-95 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
San Antonio at Dallas 8:30 ET Mavericks (+) over Spurs- There are two teams that I really think twice about before I 'play against' them and San Antonio is one of them with Boston being the other (we did win against the Celtics last night). Tonight for the first time this season the Spurs will have the services of all 'Everything' Kawhi Leonard the two-time 'Defensive Player of the Year' and believe it or not the first game back is not always a good thing. San Antonio has won 10 of the last 11 meetings but Dallas is 5-1 ATS in the ;ast six. Take DALLAS! |
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12-12-17 | Wizards v. Nets +4.5 | Top | 98-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 33 m | Show |
Washington at Brooklyn 7:30 ET Nets (+) over Wizards- Washington is anticipating the return of John Wall Wednesday and they are 4-4 since his injury. Bradley Beal has picked up some of the slack gong on a scoring spree. Brooklyn meanwhile will activate Jahill Okafor and Nik Stauskas both former first-round picks who were acquired in a trade with Philadelphia for Trevor Booker. The Nets just spent a week on the road playing a pair of games in Mexico City and going 1-2 on their trip. The Wizards have had the best of it between these two having won the last seven meetings and 12 of the 14 but they have lost to the five bottom team in the league already this season and a loss to the Nets will make it the 'bottom six.' Take BROOKLYN! |
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12-12-17 | Nuggets +6 v. Pistons | 103-84 | Win | 100 | 7 h 58 m | Show | |
Denver at Detroit 7:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Pistons- After their best start in decades after winning 14 of their first 20 games the Pistons are in the mist of a six game slide both straight-up and ATS. Detroit coach Stan Van Gundy has admitted that they have lost some confidence. The Nuggets might just be the answer as they have struggled on the road going 4-10 straight-up and 3-11 ATS including their overtime loss 126-112 at Indiana. Maybe Van Gundy should have keep his mouth shut when the Pistons were 10-3 and he stated 'our record is better then we are.' Okay, I believe...take DENVER! |
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12-12-17 | Mississippi State v. Cincinnati -11 | 50-65 | Win | 100 | 8 h 53 m | Show | |
Mississippi State at Cincinnati 7:00 ET Bearcats (-) over Bulldogs- I smell a rat! Here is undefeated Mississippi State (8-0) as double digit underdog to a Cincinnati club after starting 7-0 but that has dropped two straight with losses to Xavier and Florida. The Bulldogs will be playing their first true road game tonight and they are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight on the road while Cincinnati is 7-2 ATS in their last nine at home. The Bearcats do it with defense as they keep opponents shooting just 36.8 percentage and are 4th in the nation in scoring margin of plus 21.7 points. Mississippi State is undefeated but have had only home games and have played the 349th strength of schedule among 351 Division I teams. Take CINCINNATI! |
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12-11-17 | Raptors v. Clippers +5.5 | Top | 91-96 | Win | 100 | 11 h 46 m | Show |
Toronto at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET Clippers (+) over Raptors- Toronto has an six-game winning streak their longest since they won 11 straight in 2015-16 as they are 2-0 on this road trip with LA today and Phoenix up next. The Raptors have taken advantage of their home schedule winning 9-of-10 at home as hosts and have a great history against the Clippers. In head-to head action Toronto has dominated the series going 21-8 ATS in the last 29 meetings including 11-5 ATS in 16 meetings in Los Angeles. The issue with those numbers is that the Clippers were the favorite in every home game and now the roll is reversed as the Clippers are the home underdog. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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12-11-17 | Blazers v. Warriors -10.5 | 104-111 | Loss | -103 | 11 h 42 m | Show | |
Portland at Golden State 10:30 ET Warriors (-) over Trailblazers- Golden State returns home winning their last six all on the road and will hosting the Trailblazers who have lost four straight all at home. Normally, I would think that the trends would reverse themselves here but this 'price' is way-high with Curry sidelined and it just may be that the Warriors are on a mission without 'Steph.' Add that the Warriors are 21-7 ATS when hosting Portland. Take GOLDEN STATE! |
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12-11-17 | Patriots -10.5 v. Dolphins | 20-27 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 5 m | Show | |
New England at Miami 8:30 ET Patriots (-) over Dolphins- Okay, to start with I understand that laying double-digit points is not a road that leads to riches. But, the idea of playing against New England here is not a better option. Miami is off a 35-9 win over a Denver team that had lost seven straight games entering that encounter. I know that traditionally the Patriots have struggled in Miami as the home team is 10-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings with the Dolphins winning 3-of-4 outright as hosts. But, Jay Cutler has faced New England three times in his career and lost by 34, 29 and 28 points. Tom Brady fail the throw a touchdown pass last week and he makes up for it tonight. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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12-11-17 | Celtics v. Bulls +7.5 | 85-108 | Win | 100 | 8 h 24 m | Show | |
Boston at Chicago 8:00 ET Bulls (+) over Celtics- Oh Lordy...how I hate to play against these Celtics but when the window opens I must do what I see is a profitable move. Boston by their own admission was ready to lay some revenge on the Pistons Sunday and that is exactly what they did winning 91-81 clamping down on defense. Chicago of Course is one of the weakest teams in the NBA after 'gutting' their roster in the off-season but the Celtics are off an emotional win and the Bulls usually plays the 'Bean Town' tough at home winning four straight regular season meetings as hosts. Take CHICAGO! |
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12-10-17 | Ravens v. Steelers -4.5 | 38-39 | Loss | -107 | 23 h 57 m | Show | |
Baltimore at Pittsburgh 8:30 ET Steelers (-) over Ravens- If it doesn't 'feel' like the Steelers are 10-2 it might be because they just 1-3 ATS in their last four games. Baltimore has won their last three and is 5-1-1 ATS on the road while Pittsburgh is 4-1 straight-up and 3-2 ATS at home. and they are 4-0. This is one of the more intense rivalries in the NFL and the two clubs have split their last 22 meetings with 11 wins each. The Steelers won the first meeting easily 26-9 and although the Ravens have three shutouts (against the weakest of competition) their defense will suffer with the loss of cornerback Jimmy Smith. Pittsburgh is too well balanced...take the STEELERS! |
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12-10-17 | Hawks +5.5 v. Knicks | 107-111 | Win | 100 | 9 h 26 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New York 7:30 ET Hawks (+) over Knicks- Atlanta has only six wins on the season (2nd lowest to Chicago 5) and one of those victories came against the Knicks at home in a 116-104. That loss started New York on a downward trend as they have lost six of their last eight while the Hawks have played better and have 'covered' six of their last eight. After an encouraging start Kristaps Porzingis has been slowed down by nagging ailments and the Knicks have suffered. Tonight the Hawks fly high. Take ATLANTA! |
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12-10-17 | Eagles v. Rams +1 | Top | 43-35 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 18 m | Show |
Philadelphia at L.A. Rams 4:25 ET Rams (-) over Eagles- Now, as I was speaking to one of my more respected colleagues he mentioned that if this game was played last week that the Eagles not the Rams would be favored and he believes that the 'bookmaker' has over-reacted. Well, maybe he has but the 'public' doesn't seem to care as they are most of the 'action' is on the noble birds. I am aware Philadelphia remained o the west coast after last weeks battle in Seattle but I don't know if that matters. I like this stop for Los Angeles. Take the RAMS! |
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12-10-17 | Jets v. Broncos +1.5 | 0-23 | Win | 100 | 19 h 34 m | Show | |
New York Jets at Denver 4:05 ET Broncos (+) over Jets- I'm just not buying it...I know how bad the Broncos have been, but I can't accept the New York Jets (5-7) being favored out here in the Mile High City. After a 3-1 start Denver has lost eight straight including 0-8 ATS something that hasn't happened in the NFL since 1994. The Broncos looked and were inept again last week as they wilted in the Miami heat losing 35-9 to the power packed Dolphins. Trevor Siemian has the starting job back (be it by default) and will be able to handle the Jets who are 1-4 on the road with their only win by 3-points over the winless Browns and are now favored. Fagetabout it Take DENVER! |