Chicago at Green Bay 4:25 ET

Packers (-) over Bears- Another battle where the line seems a bit on the heavy side with the way the Bears looked against the Eagles. Okay, Green Bay has won three straight and had that win over the Lions was impressive, but Chicago is currently the No. 1 seed in the NFC and a loss here has many believing they won’t make the playoffs. Well, let’s find out! Take GREEN BAY!  

L.A. Rams at Arizona 4:25 ET

Cardinals (+) over Rams -  I am tired of hearing that Arizona is a good football team. Have you not seen them play? Sorry, just responding to media comments. Man, really, show me all these bogus stats with a QB throwing or producing yards but rarely wins. I love the Rams but the with Detroit next the Redbirds might cause division chaos. Take ARIZONA!  

Boston at Toronto 3:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Celtics - Toronto who was on a mini winning streak a a few weeks back has now dropped four of the last five including last time out against Charlotte on Friday. Boston just took car of a pair of rivals at home defeated  both the Knicks and Lakers. Let down here. Take TORONTO!

Seattle at Atlanta 1:00 ET

Falcons (+) over Seahawks -Falcons have dropped 6-of-7 and both sides of the ball have shown nothing special. Seattle has emerged behind Sam Darnold who was jettisoned out of Minnesota for unproven J.J. McCarthy (how’s that workin’). Hawks just shut out the Vikings last week and this could be a bit of letdown for a QB that extracted his revenge last week. QB Cousins has enough experience to move the ball and keep this close against a tough defense. Action will be heavy on the Rams after last week's loss. Take ATLANTA!

Washington at Minnesota 1:00 ET

Vikings over DC - Okay. so Jaden Daniels will be back quarterbacking for Washington who has been as disappointing as any squad this season.

Both clubs are on season long streaks, the Vikings have lost four straight and 6-of-7 and the former Redskins have been scalped seven straight times. J.J. McCarthy is set to return at QB for the home guys, but is that good or bad news? I’m shocked to be on this side considering the teams overall QB rating, but somehow the Vikings will be without mercy and on the money. Take MINNESOTA!

Indiana vs. Ohio State 8:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Buckeyes -I knew sooner or later that once Curt Cignetti took over the head coaching position at Indiana that the would eventually play for the Big Ten title but honestly I am surprised he is here just his second season. No question, Ohio State has the No. 1 defense in college football covering yards and points per game allowed. But, Cignetti brings the intangibles which the Buckeyes are so good at but  are surpassed by the well coach Hoosiers. The number on this game opened with the No. 1 Buckeyes a 6-point favorite and it a been steadily driven down by those in the know. The general public will be enticed to lay just four or 4.5. by kickoff. For me their is only one way to go. I was right with Ohio State throughout the playoffs and bowl season and I believe I am on the right track here! Take INDIANA!

Duke vs. Virginia 8:00 ET

Blue Devils (+) over Cavaliers - It is kind of fitting that two teams like this are meeting for the ACC Championship. Considered the weakest of the Big-Five conferences but Clemson and Miami-Fl would be battling Georgia Tech for the ACC title. Duke hosted the Cavaliers on Nov. 15 as a 5-point favorite and was soundly defeated 34-17 surrendering 540 yards on defense. There has got to be a least one money wrench thrown into the playoff picture is a must and here it is. The Blue Devils grab the gold and send the ACC further into the depths. Take DUKE!

New Orleans at Brooklyn 5:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Nets - Tied with Washington having posted just three wins in 23 games New Orleans is on pace to set a new NBA record for fewest wins in a season. Brooklyn has five wins this season with just two games between them and the league’s worst. The Nets and Pelicans have split the past six meetings with Brooklyn having won the past two. The Nets have won 4-of-6 after losing 11 of 12 while the Pels have dropped their last five games overall. With a rare chance for a win the dirty birds prevail. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Georgia at Alabama 4:00 ET

Crimson Tide (+) over Bulldogs - Is there anyway that no matter the outcome of this game that both of them will be selected for the CFP. Yes, there is and that is for a two-loss Alabama team to defeat Georgia a second time this season and that is so unlikely. Yeah, sure but if the Bulldogs get their revenge here Alabama with three losses is most like be passed over by Miami for the CFP. But of the Bulldogs get upended against by the Tide they will still be selected and placed without a first round bye. Take ALABAMA!

Seton Hall at Kansas State 4:00 ET

Pirates (+) over Wildcats - Kansas State has lost their last three games and are not very encouraged about their basketball future. Seton Hall has tasted defeat just once losing to powerful USC 85-83 and are off of a romp over Central Connecticut. Take SETON HALL!

BYU vs. Texas Tech 12:00 ET

Cougars (+) over Red Raiders - I sorta feel like this is a free play because of the sequence of the past three weeks. Three weeks ago we laid Texas Tech (-13.5) over BYU as a Big-12 GOY and they just man-handled the Cougars 29-7. Since then we played BYU and they closed with three wins and covers while Texas Tech closed the year with five victories and ATS wins. I expect the Cougars to use that experience their only loss of the season and second time around will know what to expect. Take BYU!

Dayton vs. Virginia 12:00 ET

Flyers (+) over Cavaliers - The last time I had a winner in college basketball two days ago I posted Virginia and they upset 90-52 Texas as a small underdog. Well, the worm has turned as their celebration carried late into the night. They wake up here a little too late. Take DAYTON!

North Texas vs. Tulane 8:00 ET

Green Wave (+) over Mean Green - I love North Texas I really do especially in basketball over the years and this season’s football team is one of the best throwing teams in the nation with an offense that can score from anywhere anytime. But, there is always a but, the Green Wave are a proven commodity this have face more quality opponents. Take TULANE!

Portland at Detroit 7:30 ET

Trail Blazers (+) over Pistons - Detroit has won the past three meetings but the Trail Blazers had won the previous eight and are 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings. The Pistons two year’s ago were a squad that couldn’t put consecutive wins together, this season they won 14 of their first 16 games, but have cooled off a bit going 3-3 in their last six overall. Portland has been decent on the road going 6-6-1 ATS and is off of a 122-110 win at Cleveland on Wednesday. Take PORTLAND!

Denver at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Nuggets - Denver has alternated wins and losses in their last seven games and lost to lowly Indiana last time out on Wednesday. The Nuggets have won the past five meetings and 8-of-9 going 8-1 ATS in the past nine. The Hawks have dropped their last two including a blowout 115-92 home loss to the Clippers on Wednesday. I expect a full bore effort tonight. Take ATLANTA!

Cincinnati at Xavier 7:30 ET

Bearcats (+) over Musketeers - There is no love loss between these two inter-city rivals who meet just once every year in the ‘Crosstown Shootout.’ Cincinnati won last season’s encounter 68-65 as an 8-point favorite but Xavier had won the previous five and are 5-1 ATS in the past six meetings. The Musketeers are 10-0 at home against the Bearcats and that steak ends tonight. Take CINCINNATI!

LA Lakers at Boston 7:00 ET

Celtics (-) over Lakers - I guess the book makers are beginning to see the affect an aging superstar has on a youthful team that likes a fast pace. Los Angeles won despite the LeBron James eight point and 4-17 shooting night which will not happen here. Boston would not allow a night like that to go bye without taking advantage. This line seems a bit high as the Lakers are on the rise and the Celtics, well their better days are behind them. But, they still have bite. Take BOSTON!

Gonzaga vs Kentucky 7:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Bulldogs - After the way Kentucky folded down the stretch against North Carolina and with them failing against better competition having already lost to Louisville and Michigan State, this game may be their Waterloo. After reeling off seven straight wins to start the season Gonzaga ran into Power Play winner Michigan who blow the Bulldogs out 101-61. Usually, I would come back with a team like the Zags that got crushed, but their confidence  has to be shook. Take KENTUCKY!

LA Lakers at Toronto 7:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Raptors - Not only are the Lakers a stellar 15-5 SU, but they are covering at a 65% clip going 13-7 ATS. Los Angeles has defeated Toronto in each of their past five meetings while the Raptors have won eight straight at home. L.A. just had their seven game winning streak end at the hands of Power Play winner Phoenix 125-108 on Monday while the Raptors had their nine game win streak end at Charlotte on Saturday and New York on Sunday. The rebounded with a non-cover home win Tuesday against Portland. Take the LA LAKERS!

Virginia at Texas 9:15 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Longhorns - This is the first of a newly created challenge between the ACC and SEC and it seems a bit weird to me. Let me see, Texas the SEC representative was the main stay of the Southwest Conference so some how out poles have moved and Texas is now in the Southeast. Virginia is playing their first true road game of the season and usually I like to play against this team in their situation. But, that for the most part is when they come up the favorite…not the case here. Take VIRGINIA!

Charlotte at New York 4:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Knicks - The Knicks ran into the Celtics last night and their four game win streak ended as our Rivalry winner prevailed. New York dropped to 3-6 on the road while posting a 10-1 record at MSG. Charlotte is just 6-15 on the season including just 1-9 on the road while going 10-11 ATS. The Knicks defeated the Hornets 129-101 in Charlotte last week and have won 7-of-8 meetings. The Hornets just fell to the Nets and will try and keep from getting swept in New York. Take CHARLOTTE!  

Oklahoma City at Golden State 11:00 ET

Thunder (-) over Warriors - I actually had to think this one through and the conclusion that I arrived at is that Oklahoma City is really good. I had to actually check a second source to make sure the line was accurate. It is and that spells out to me that the Thunder are so dominate that they are a double-digit road favorite. The Warriors remain as one of the true NBA professionals that give you effort every night and the book makers say it won’t be enough. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

North Carolina at Kentucky 9:30 ET

Wildcats (-) over Tar Heels - It’s time…time for Kentucky to get the best of a real basketball team, not just the fluff that they have defeated. But against any kind of power school they fold quite readily with losses to Michigan State, and Louisville and they are the only decent teams they have faced. North Carolina is off their loss to MSU but had reeled off six straight win prior to their last game against the Spartans. The Wildcats have won the past two meetings and 7-of-10 meetings. Take KENTUCKY!

Connecticut at Kansas 9:00 ET

Jayhawks over Huskies - A pair of basketball history rich schools go at it in Lawrence , Kansas as No. 5 Connecticut (6-1) challenges the No. 21 Jayhawks (6-2) as a slight favorite. These two have won three of the last four National Championships including two by the Huskies. UConn has played three ranked teams but,this is their first true road game and that always is an adventure especially at Kansas is no walkover. Take KANSAS!

New York at Boston 8:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Knicks - These two rivals are always up for each other and you get a true professional showing. Boston with injuries and trades are just a shell of the club that would challenge for the Conference Championship but that window has closed. Because It’s Knickerbocker time, and New York is firmly putting their hopes behind the play of Jalen Brunson. Truly a superstar in today’s game his all round game has brought New York to the rim, but finishing the job is not an easy task. Celtic Pride kicks in and give the favorites more than they can deal with tonight. Take BOSTON!

Portland at Toronto 7:30 ET

Trail Blazers (+) over Raptors - Portland was off to an unexpected but good start of the season winning seven of their first 12 games, but since they have dropped seven of nine including their last two outings. Toronto is also off to a surprising start and were 14-5 before their past two games on the heels of a nine game winnings streak. This is the first meeting between the two and the Blazers have won the past four meetings over the past three seasons. The beat goes on…take PORTLAND!

Iowa at Michigan State 7:00 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Spartans - A pair of undefeated 7-0 Big Ten schools entering their conference opener. No. 7 ranked Michigan State has surprised some but not so much as the Hawkeyes. The Spartans have beaten three ranked teams in Arkansas, Kentucky and North Carolina. Although MSU won the last meeting in March and prior to that Iowa had won 5-of-6 meetings including five straight covers. Take IOWA!

Phoenix at LA Lakers

Suns (+) over Lakers - At 15-4 and on a seven game winning streak the Lakers are turning heads as most of that has been done without LeBron James. This s the first meeting of the year between these two and although LA won the last meetings the Suns had won four of the previous five. James has been back since Nov. 18 and he continues to have a great all round game while playing just over 30 minutes per game. The Suns are looking to shine after being blocked out by Denver 130-111 on Saturday. Take PHOENIX!

New York Giants at New England 8:15 ET

Giants (+) over Patriots - February, 05, 2012…It’s like ‘a Remember the Alamo’ thing to me! The Giants through the years have given New England fits and not just in Super Bowls but even in preseason which is not supposed to mean anything but still it pays the have the right side. The straight up records mirror themselves with the Pats 10-2 and the Giants 2-10 but they are equal under the point spread rules of betting at 7-5 ATS each. The Jints have taken 4-of-6 SU and are 6-1 ATS in the past seven meetings. Take the NEW YORK GIANTS!

Charlotte at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Hornets - I wonder year after year of the Nets will ever be any good, even a .500 season seems so far out of reach for a team that seems to get worse each season. No improvement and actually more regression than progress even with highest selected draft choices. Charlotte has struggled them selves but have out together a pair of wins entering New York. The Nets are 0-9 at home and are ready to break though against a team that has yet to put if together. Take BROOKLYN!

Cleveland at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Cavaliers - There has been a reversal of trends here as Cleveland has dropped their last three games and Indiana has won their past two games. The Pacers who were final contenders that past two years have been hit will key injuries and have had a difficult time adjusting. Indy fell to the Cavaliers 120-109 10 days ago but had won seven of the previous nine meetings. Pacers looking to reset the year but will continue to improve. Take INDIANA!

Denver at Washington 8:20 ET

Redskins (+) over Broncos - We expected a regression by Washington but nothing like this going having lost six in-a-row and are 3-8 both SU and ATS. Denver has been the mirror image of the former Redskins winning games that they had no business winning. The Broncos are on an eight game win streak including three straight 3-point wins and victories by 1, 2 and 4 points. The DC’ers have have an extra week to prepare and it helps. Take WASHINGTON!

Buffalo at Pittsburgh 4:25 ET

Steelers (+) over Bills - A number a weeks ago when Pittsburgh was about to be counted out by most fans they broke out as a Megabucks winner defeating Indianapolis. Then a I had stated the gained the public’s respect only to fall flat once again. So, once again they are being pushed aside by the opinion that Buffalo is in need and so much better or are they. This once again is where the Steelers rise. Take PITTSBURGH!

LA Rams at Carolina 1:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Rams - The Los Angeles Rams have graded out with the NFL’s strongest power rated team and are the general public’s Superbowl favorite.  They should be as they have been consistent and have won six in a row going 5-1 ATS having man-handled the Seahawks and Buccaneers the past two weeks. Now, they travel cross country to play an early east cost game against a hungry Panthers team that is playoff live and are gear for the Rams after a poor showing at San Francisco. Cats come to play and claw Rams…take CAROLINA!

Alabama at Auburn 7:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Crimson Tide - This is probably the most intense college rivalry aide from the Army and navy battle. It has been so pressure packed and intense that they moved the game between these two off campus to a neutral site in Birmingham. This game will be played on the Auburn campus and that can only help the Tigers. ‘Bama has won five straight Iron Bowls and that is the second longest straight in the rivalries history going back to 1896. The Tigers had dropped six of seven before last week’s confidence builder a 62-17 win over mercer. Take AUBURN!

Boston at Minnesota 5:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Celtics - Boston took a step up last time out defeating Detroit who had a 13-game winning streak entering the battle. The Celtics are nothing close to the contender that they have been in recent years. Minnesota is exactly where we thought they would be and with Anthony Edwards leading the scoring especially at home is difficult to beat. Take MINNESOTA!

LSU at Oklahoma 3:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Sooners - Oklahoma has been so good to us this season winning as a Conference Game of the Year (Tennessee) and also a a Megabucks Game of Year over Alabama. LSU on the other had opened the season as a Megabucks winner over Clemson 17-10 but it has been mostly down hill ever since besides the fact that they are 7-4 which for the majority is not bad but not in Baton Rouge. But, it is the alumni that really decide if you are having a good season and sometimes they are not very patient and the team they are backing has lost five straight to the ‘number’ and are just 2-8 ATS since their opening week victory. The Tigers have won the last two meetings including last years 37-17 romp and they will rise here and get it done. Take LOUISIANA STATE!  

Oregon at Washington 3:30 ET

Huskies (+) over Ducks - When teams come to play against Washington the players hear of how loud and intense the fandom is but they are still taken back by the volume and can feel small and intimated. The series between these two has been a stalemate the last 10 years with each club winning five time and each split the 10 ATS decision 5-5. The Huskies have won 25 of the last 26 games at home and they allow just 300 yards and 18 points per game. Take WASHINGTON!

Miami at Pittsburgh 12:00 ET

Hurricanes (-) over Panthers - Pittsburgh did what they were supposed to do the past two weekends. Their coach said he didn’t care if they lost by 100 points to Notre Dame and he was concerned with Georgia Tech the following week. Well, on cue the Panthers get crushed by the Fighting Irish and blowout Georgia Tech as our Money Game winner. Quietly Miami has won their past three games and is looking for a bit of revenge after last season’s home loss to Pitt 42-16. Prior to that the Canes had won six of seven meetings. They return to form here. Take MIAMI-FL!

Dallas at LA Lakers 10:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Lakers - It is a bit unsettling that Dallas is just 5-14 and have played just five home games winning one. Injuries to their two top players Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis have just about wiped out their season before Thanksgiving. The Lakers are winners of five straight games and had an easy time with their intercity rival Clippers on Tuesday. Although LA has won the last two meetings SU the Mavericks own a 7-3 ATS record in the past 10 meetings. Take DALLAS!

Arizona at Arizona State 9:00 ET

Sun Devils (+) over Wildcats - I can’t help but think of Cam Skattaboo when I think of Arizona State and his attitude toward the game. Last season Skattaboo set the tone for a revival of Sun Devils football and his spirit led way last year and his former teammates have dedicated the rest of the season to him after a devastating injury ended his season in New York. The will to win is stronger at ASU. Take ARIZONA STATE

Orlando at Detroit 7:30 ET

Magic (+) over Pistons - This is the second meeting in Detroit between these two already this year and the Pistons routed the Hornets 135-116 as a 2-point underdog the first week of the season. The upstart Pistons won a franchise record 13 straight wins before Boston put an end to their winning streak with a 117-114 decision on Wednesday. Orlando has won seven of their last nine games and are off of a 31-point victory over Philadelphia on Monday. Look for the Hornets to sting the Pistons here and hand them their second straight defeat. Take ORLANDO!

Chicago at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Bulls - Charlotte has dropped their last seven games and nine of the last 10 and here the host Chicago who has defeated the Hornets in nine of the last 10 meetings going 9-1 ATS. Charlotte has yet to get it together but the Bulls although they have won 3 of 5 the two losses were when the surrendered 143 points in each. The Hornets will have Melo Ball back in the line up returning from injury. Take CHARLOTTE!

Texas A&M at Texas 7:30 ET

longhorns (+) over Aggies - For all intensive purposes this is the biggest game of the season for both these clubs. Texas A&M is pretty much assured a spot in the CFP while Texas who was expected to be a shoo-in is in a desperate mode. The Longhorns opened their disappointing three loss season falling by to Ohio State 14-7  and have been upset at Florida and at Georgia. The Aggies posted most incredible comeback win over South Carolina and must feel that they are invincible…they’re NOT. Take TEXAS!

Georgia vs. Georgia Tech 3:30 ET

Yellow Jackets (+) over Bulldogs - Georgia Tech with three straight losses and were the teams that actually sealed Clemson’s fate sending them into their free fall. Last Saturday we used Pittsburgh as a best bet winner over Georgia Tech and the Engineers were down 21-0 before they knew what hit them. That was all part of their look ahead to this battle with their biggest rival Georgia. The Bulldogs are a physical club that will have their hands full with this underrated Yellow Jacket squad that got wasted last week and will be in this one until the end. Take GEORGIA TECH!

Chicago at Philadelphia 4:40 ET

Eagles (-) over Bears - One of my good friends and a great sports better has told me for weeks that Chicago is a fraud and this is the game that they will be exposed. Reviewing the Bears wins we have to admit they have been very fortunate and could and possibly should be at .500 or below. Philadelphia has been laying low and really not showing much trying to keep Barkley healthy for the playoffs. I am looking for the Eagles to fly over the Bears here and soar to a huge win (sorry about all that). Just take PHILADELPHIA!

Iowa at Nebraska 12:00 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Hawkeyes - I can’t really explain how much I like the Cornhuskers here. It is just the way the game sets up with Iowa bowl bound playing well enough to cover 7-of-8 while dropping two heartbreaking games to USC and Oregon the Hawkeyes bounced back with a game winning field goal at the final gun. The Hawkeyes played to the max and left so much on the field that another road game will be very challenging. Iowa has won 10 of 14 meetings since the Nebraska joined the Big Ten but they are in a tough spot here. Huskers off of a beat down by Penn State and will recover here. Take NEBRASKA!

Providence vs Wisconsin 5:30 ET

Friars (+) over Badgers - With two straight wins under their belts including a 77-65 win over Penn State a week ago Providence is looking to regain previous stature. Wisconsin was sailing along at 4-0 and then ran into BYU and the Cougars destroyed the Badgers 98-70. When a team that is undefeated losses for the first time their confidence takes a hit. The Badgers weak point is their shooting percentage and for the Friars shooting is their strong points as they lead the Big East in FT percentage at nearly 80%. Take PROVIDENCE!

Kansas City at Dallas 4:30 ET

Chiefs (-) over Cowboys - How ‘bout dem Cowboys’….yeah they are starting to look like a football team coming from behind from a 21-0 deficit to the Super Bowl Champion Eagles and that has them flying high. But, now they will host Kansas City who is aware of how important the game is for their playoff survival. To me it’s Mahomes heads up against Prescott…enough said. Take KANSAS CITY!

North Carolina vs Michigan State 4:30 ET

Tar Heels (+) over Spartans - Two undefeated power houses who have won multiple National Championships meet in the Fort Myers, Florida. No. 11 Michigan State (6-0) won the last meeting between these two 94-91 in overtime at No. 16 North Carolina in an earlier meeting the same season it was the Tar Heels 85-69 in the NCAA tourney. Heels have won seven of nine meetings and are 7-2 ATS as well. Take NORTH CAROLINA!

Green Bay at Detroit 1:00 ET

Packers (+) over Lions - This is not the same Detroit team that you are thinking of because that team is long gone. This club just does not have the same offensive intensity as the past two seasons. Green Bay has not allowed more than 20 points in any of their past four games and have posted tow wins in a row. They held the Lions to 246 yards in their opening week win. They do it again! Take GREEN BAY!

Gonzaga vs Michigan 9:30 ET

Wolverines (+) over Zags - A pair of undefeated ranked teams hook up in Las Vegas where No. 12 Gonzaga (7-0) is favored over No. 7 Michigan (6-0) . This seems a bit odd considering how big Michigan won yesterday over Auburn 102-72. The Wolverines are tough on defense holding opponents to 34.5% shooting from the floor. Take MICHIGAN!

St. John’s vs Auburn 8:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Redmen - Both of these clubs will be in the mix before the year ends, and yet just a few weeks into the season Auburn and St. John’s both have a pair of losses. That is because unlike college football, the NCAA BK Tournament does not punish teams for scheduling tough opponents therefore it is difficult to remain undefeated too long. There has been a changing of the guard at Auburn and if the acorn doesn’t fall far from the tree the Tigers should be in decent shape with Steven Pearl at the helm, he is of course Bruce Pearls son. Take AUBURN!

Kansas vs. Tennessee  7:00 ET

Jayhawks (+) over Volunteers - In this mini in season Players Era tournament has left both Tennessee and Kansas on the outside looking in because of point differential tie-breakers. Tennessee just defeated No. 1 Houston 76-73 and bring their 7-0 mark into this third lace consolation game in Las Vegas. The Vols did their thing taking out the Cougars and get caught patting themselves on the back. I expect a huge drop in intensity. Take KANSAS!

Detroit at Boston 5:00 ET

Celtics (+) over Pistons - This will be the second meeting of the season between these tow clubs one of which is on the rise  and the other is falling fast. Detroit won 119-133 at home in last October and are 15-2 while Boston at 9-8 is exactly where most felt they wold be after contending for the NBA title the last decade…those days are gone. The Celtics had eight straight wins over the Pistons until their final meeting  last season and their first meeting this year and they get that mojo back tonight. Take BOSTON!

LA Clippers at LA Lakers 11:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Lakers - And they were doing so well…the Lakers that is and now the return of LeBron James can only help or not. Los Angeles the team with the storied history has change their tempo and were moving the ball up the court quicker and were playing at a faster pace than they had played when Lebron ran the show. Without King James LA has looked good and they defeated the Clip’s in the last three meetings. With LeBron as a facilitator and strong arm man they may actually be a true contender. The Clippers enter 5-12 both SU and ATS and have dropped four of five, with 36 year old 16 year veteran James Harden scoring a franchise record 55 points in their win against Charlotte. That tells you something about this franchise. But, there should be an overreaction to LeBron’s return. Take LA CLIPPERS!

Michigan vs Auburn 8:30 ET

Wolverines (-) over Tigers - These two clubs met in last year’s NCAA Tournament Sweet-15 and Auburn as a 9-point favorite defeated the Wolverines 78-65. Michigan had a terrible shooting night as the Tigers pulled away in the second half.  The Wolves are 5-0 and are playing tough defense holding San Diego State to 27.4% shooting while Auburn has suffered a 73-72 loss to No. 1 Houston and will taste defeat for the second time tonight. Take MICHIGAN!

Gonzaga at Alabama 9:30 ET

Bulldogs (-) over Crimson Tide - This match-up is part of the Player’s Era tournament in Las Vegas which should give the No. 13 ranked Gonzaga a bit of advantage as far as the feeling of crowd support. Alabama in ranked No. 11 and yet on a neutral site they are the underdog to a lower ranked team. The Tide have already faced three ranked team only losing to No. 1 Purdue 87-80 at home. Take GONZAGA!

Carolina at San Francisco 8:15 ET

Panthers (+) over 49ers - Carolina at 6-5 have a different look and feel under coach Dave Canales who has his club playing with intensity every time out. The Panthers actually have a shot at moving ahead of the pack in the NFL South. San Francisco has alternated wins and losses the past nine weeks and are off of a routing of Arizona when the scored a season high 41 points. Brock Purdy returned to action last week while Bryce Young is off his finest day as a pro throwing for 448 passing yards. Take CAROLINA!

Portland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Trail Blazers (+) over Bucks - It appears that the bookies don’t think much of Milwaukee when they are without the ‘Greek Freak’ as they don’t even receive a point spread boost while playing at home. Surprisingly enough the Trail Blazers have won the past three meetings but enter this game on a slide losing five of their last six. The Bucks enter having lost their last four with the last two losses at home. The price sways me…take PORTLAND!

Auburn at Oregon 8:00 ET

Ducks (-) over Tigers - I like this Auburn team (much more than their football team) and believe that when the season finished that they will be in the SEC battle for the automatic tourney bid. The Tigers lone defeat came at the hands of No. 1 Houston 73-72 (Money Game winner). This is mini tournament the Players Era that Oregon won last season. The Ducks are 5-0 and have had a full week to be ready and hold opponents tom38% shooting. Take OREGON!

Cleveland at Toronto 7:00 ET

Cavaliers over Raptors  - I am a bit surprised that the Cavaliers have been installed as a road favorite at Toronto. The Raptors have been playing great basketball and have won 12 of 19 games having the same amount of wins as Cleveland and one less loss, and yet they are made a home underdog. I might add that the Raptors have won seven straight and are now a home underdog and that makes no sense, especially if you note that Toronto has won the last two meeting both in Cleveland. Take CLEVELAND!

Tampa Bay at LA Rams 8:20 ET

Rams (-) over Buccaneers - This is a tough call as the Rams are grading in the top spot for NFL power ratings and at the same time there has been a down grading of Tampa Bay. For Los Angeles their high regard start st the quarterback position where Matthew Stafford is as good as ever. For the Buccaneers it does fall on Baker Mayfield as he is a gamer and just is leading a team that has been decimated by injuries and have lost their last two games and 3-of-4. Defense may be key as the Rams are a plus +10 in turnovers and the Buc’s are plus +9. The points may come into play. Take LA Rams!

Philadelphia at Dallas 4:25 ET

Cowboys (+) over Eagles - Philadelphia has been in prime time that past couple of weeks and were not very impressive according to those that evaluate performances. QB Jalen Hurts has been abused in the media and the rest of the squad is being widely criticized. But, there is one thing to note and that is that the Eagles won both times out when they were not at their best. Now, facing the Cowboys in Dallas they are comfortable in the NFC East leading the division by 3.5 games and with an 8-2 record their incentive isn’t as great as the improving Cowboys. The Eagles opened the season with a win over the Pokes so there is no  division revenge factor. Take DALLAS!    

Jacksonville at Arizona 4:05 ET

Cardinals (+) over Jaguars - If I hear one more tout say that Arizona is not that bad a football team I will lose it. Even when they have won it was because the opponent handed them the game, and when they play a real football they don’t stand a chance on the field. They get pushed around and become intimidated   Oh yeah, K. Murray is always showing signs of greatness but it is all hype and little production, and now I have to hear of Jacoby Brissett who sets records but loses games. So, why take Redbirds? Well, it’s not like this Jacksonville team is one of those elite teams like Seattle, Green Bay or San Francisco. Those teams man-handled these guys like  dead-birds. The Jaguars might bite, but don’t over-react to last weeks win over the impostor LA Chargers. Just to let you know that I do have some hope as the Cardinals are 4-0 and 4-0 ATS against the Jaguars in the past four meetings. Take ARIZONA!  

Miami at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

76ers (+) over Heat - Miami rolls into Philadelphia winning and covering their last three contests including a rout of the Bulls 143-107. The 76ers have dropped the past four meetings and the Heat have covered the number in their last five games. With the Heat winning by such a large margin I believe that they will come back to the center. Take PHILADELPHIA!

New England at Cincinnati 1:00 ET

Bengals (+) over Patriots - Oh, how I hate playing against these Patriots and playing on any Cincinnati team. New England has won eight in a row and other than last weeks 13-point win over the Jets the were 7-1 ATS and that is hard to beat. The Bengals Joe Burrow will not play and that might actually be a good thing. Let me explain, the Bengals will also be without Ja’Marr Chase who was suspended one game for spitting in a Steelers defensive back’s face. Now, without their two main studs, Cincinnati will have to rally together as they face what is becoming the AFC’s upstart club who have the leading MVP candidate in Drake Maye. No worries…Take CINCINNATI!

Pittsburgh at Chicago 1:00 ET

Steelers (+) over Bears - So, it’s the battle between the NFC North and the AFC South respective division leaders. The Chicago Bears are 7-3 with a half game lead over Green Bay and a one-game lead of Detroit in the NFC North and without a major breakdown disaster they should qualify for the post season. Pittsburgh (6-4) has a one-game lead the AFC South over Baltimore (5-5) and their postseason shot isn’t as clear. Most of the Las Vegas experts believe that the Ravens will overtake the Steelers because they are scheduled to meet twice yet this season. Bears have been very fortunate and the Steelers have a greater need. Take PITTSBURGH!

BYU at Cincinnati 8:00 ET

Bearcats (+) over Cougars - I feel as strongly about this game as I have for any other release this season. One reason is that ‘we’ have had a great run with and against Cincinnati going 5-0 ATS with them winning (2-0) against Nebraska, Iowa State and winning against them (3-0)with C. Florida, Utah, and Arizona. With BYU selections have done well, but can’t match the Cats. With the Cougars 1-1 and 2-0 against them including a Game of the Year winner, sometimes like I have said before, it becomes a matter of numbers at a certain times of the season. Take CINCINNATI!

Pittsburgh at Georgia Tech 7:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Yellow Jackets - I know and understand how good Georgia Tech is and can be not only have I seen it with my own eyes, and I have been hearing all week about the Yellow Jackets, because of their superior ACC position. Last week, the Pittsburgh head coach proved he is a man of his word, saying that he didn’t care if the Panthers lost by 100 points to Notre Dame. Now, we know that didn’t happen, it was only 32 points because of a late Pitt TD. Too much attention be being paid to the Yellow Jackets and the fact of the matter is the black cats can play and this line is so low it makes the Engineers too attractive. Take PITTSBURGH!  

Major Shocker

TCU at Houston 4:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Cougars - Oh these Horned Frogs would be the death of me if  not for Auburn (Man, all I heard from everybody and I mean everybody about how they suffered their last bad-beat at the hands of the Tigers). Four weeks ago, we had TCU clocked and they won with a late comeback over Baylor but, the past two weeks they fell to Iowa State as a favorite (-7) and last week were destroyed by BYU as a small underdog (+3). Houston at 8-2 is going to a top bowl, but they are such a small favorite here is raises an eyebrow (that a Jim Feist thing). Cougars croak on the Horned Frogs. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!  

Providence at Penn State 4:00 ET

Friars over Nittany Lions- Upon looking at the match up my first impression is that they have made the wrong team favored. Penn State is 5-0 and one would think that they would be favored against a team that already has a pair of losses. Providence has lost twice to Virginia Tech and at Colorado whereas The Nittany Lions wins have been over the likes of powerhouses Fairfield, Harvard, New Haven College and LaSalle who have won just once. The Friars average 96.4 points per game and are one of the better free throw shooting team while Penn State is not so good. Take PROVIDENCE!

Tulane at Temple 4:00 ET

Owls (+) over Green Wave - This is may ‘sneaky-game of the week’ as for the most part I believe people will gloss over this contest and pay more attention to the games that have more national interest. We have gone 2-0 with and against Tulane this season and respect who they are after all at 8-2 they have already qualified for a bowl while Temple who we have not touched this season until this spot needs one win to because bowl eligible. the Owls have a trend that I put a lot of consideration to and this club under coach GK Kinne has not lost three consecutive games since taking over. Coming off of a game and falling although out-played the Army the Owls come up big. Take TEMPLE!

Michigan State at Iowa 3:30 ET

Spartans (+) over Hawkeyes = With the point spread being what it is does put a bit of fear into me as I am aware of the Michigan State short-comings you know, after all, I did have Penn State as a Power Play winner against them last week. But, I want to look at Iowa because of the losses that they received the past two weeks to USC and Oregon. The farm boys had a 14-0 and 21-7 lead over USC and failed to score in the second half and were beaten by Oregon 18-16 on a last second field goal. After two straight gut wrenching losses where hey left it all on the field I can not see they being a emotionally ready as they should. Too many points from a team that has difficulties scoring. Take MICHIGAN STATE

Louisville at SMU 12:00 ET

Cardinals (+) over Mustangs - In the past two weeks SMU has won a pair of games as a 10-point dog over Miami and a 10-point favorite in last weeks romp over Boston. During those two weeks Louisville lost a pair of home contests that they could have and should have won, but misplays, turnovers, dropped passes and you name it led to them falling to Cal and Clemson. Both clubs are 7-3 and it appears the Mustangs have the momentum but faith can be cruel. The Red-birds will come together here. Take LOUISVILLE!

Kansas State vs Nebraska 9:30 ET

Wildcats (+) over Cornhuskers - These two former conference rivals haven’t played since December 2023 when the Cornhuskers defeated the Wildcats breaking a seven game series losing streak. Both clubs are 5-0 with Nebraska going 4-1 ATS and Kansas State has covered the number twice in five tries. This is the Finals of the Hall of Fame Classic in Kansas City and both will be represented well by their supporters. In these games the cream will rise and the Wildcats have the Nation’s leading scorer in PJ Haggerty who pouring points in at a 28.2 points clip. Take KANSAS STATE!

Miami at Chicago 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Bulls - Both of these guys are off of a pair of wins as Chicago finishes a five game road trip having split their past four games. Miami embarks on a mini two-game trip going to Philadelphia on Sunday. The Heat who are respected because of their defense which is ranked No. 3 and allow just 43% of opponents field goal attempts and surprisingly (for the Heat) they are ranked second in field goals made. This is an in season NBA Cup competition with each team 1-1 behind group leader Milwaukee (2-0). The Bulls have won eight of the past 10 meetings against the Heat and swept the series 3-0 last season. I’s a brave new world. Take MIAMI!

Florida State at NC State 8:00 ET

Wolfpack (+) over Seminoles - The winner here becomes bowl eligible and the loser will have to wait at least a week. I would have thought that after opening the season with an impressive victory over Alabama that Florida State won have already clinch a bowl spot, but the rest of their season wasn’t anything to write home about. NC State who has won the last three meetings against this tribe squad but have lost three of their past four including a drubbing at the hands of Miami last Saturday 41-7. Wolfpack bounce back. Take NC STATE!

Carolina at Winnipeg 8:00 ET

Hurricanes over Jets - Winnipeg had won four of the previous five meetings before their final showdown last season when Carolina prevailed 4-2 at home. The Jets has won the last two while Carolina lost in an overtime shootout 4-3 at Minnesota Wednesday. The Hurricanes can create a storm here and ground the Jets. Take CAROLINA!

Ottawa at Anaheim 10:00 ET

Senators over Ducks - Anaheim is attempting to win their third straight home game after a three game losing road trip. These two clubs met twice last year with each team winning on their home ice. But what is comes down to here is that a team that is 9-6-2 is favored over a team the Ducks that is 13-6-1 and a stellar 7-1 at home. This looks totally ‘bogus’ to me and I have to make this a strong play. Taker OTTAWA!

Buffalo at Houston 8:15 ET

Texans (+) over Bills - I am pretty sure that of this game was on Sunday along with the rest of the teams in action I might consider Houston one of my highest-rated releases. Buffalo at 7-3 is loping around and winning when people start to have doubts about how good they really are. Houston is not nearly as good overall as the Bills but they will be putting out the best 11 unit in the game when they are on defense. Offensively, let’s just hope that the defense gets ‘us’ the ball in good field position. Josh Allen the reigning MVP had the game of his life against Tampa Bay throwing for three touchdowns and running in three other scores. I am hoping for a some regression in his play, while looking for an improvement from David Mills at quarterback for the home team getting his third straight start. Take HOUSTON!

Chicago at Portland 10:00 ET

Trail Blazers (+) over Bulls - The Chicago Bulls were in a very tough spot on Monday, they have lost five in-a-row and were at Denver playing as a 12-point underdog. Well, like everything else in this upside down world the Bulls won outright 130-127 and have now scored 277 points in their past two road games. After a decent start to the season Portland has dropped their last three and five of six with their lone win during that span was at New Orleans. These guys split a pair of games last season but the Blazers went 2-0 ATS, although the Bulls have won six out the past seven meetings SU. Bulls started 6-1 and needed their win last time out to get back over .500…not tonight. Take PORTLAND!

Alabama vs Illinois 9:00 ET

Crimson Tide (+) over Fighting Illini - I have to admit that I have seen more of Alabama then I have Illinois but, I know what I see and who passes the eye-test. I saw No. 2 Purdue take down the Crimson Tide 87-80 is a tough competitive battle that was decided in the final minute, but what I saw has me excited about this SEC club that until recent seasons has out-shined their gridiron program. No. 8 Illinois (4-0) fell to the Tide in Tuscaloosa 100-87 last November and their visions of payback is just not going to happen. Bama’s weakness against the Boilermakers was their lack of rebounding and coach Nate Oats has addressed the issue and expects his squad to be more aggressive on the boards. Take ALABAMA!

Houston at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Rockets - Houston comes to Cleveland having won their last four games and nine of the last 10 and have also defeated the Cavaliers in their past three meetings. This is the first meetings of the year and it was the Cav’s that were 10-1 last season when the had Darius Garland available as of now they are 10-5. Home court spurs on the underdog. Take CLEVELAND!

Arizona at Connecticut 8:00 ET

Huskies (-) over Wildcats - A par of undefeated (4-0) nationally ranked teams face off in Storrs, Connecticut. UConn defeated No. 7 BYU on Saturday posting a win 86-84 played in Boston’s TD Garden. Arizona defeated No. 15 UCLA 69-65 in California Saturday and opened the season with a 93-87 win over ranked Florida as a 3.5-point underdog. Huskies are deeper and better coached and have the home ‘mojo’ to help provide he winning margin. Take CONNECTICUT!

Michigan State vs Kentucky 6:30 ET

Spartans (+) over Wildcats - In the past 10 years these two NCAA basketball powerhouses have met four times with each winning twice. Michigan State is 3-0 SU with their best win coming over Arkansas 69-66 in their only cover as a 2.5-point favorite. Kentucky 3-1 suffered their loss a week ago at Louisville. Spartans coach Tom Izzo always has a motivated squad that improves dramatically as the season moves on. The last meeting between these two was on a neutral court in Indianapolis and MSU prevailed 86-77 in double-overtime in the Champions Classic. The beat goes on…take MICHIGAN STATE!

Dallas at Las Vegas 8:15 ET

Raiders (+) over Cowboys - There was a time when this meeting would not only have playoff implications but we would actually see good players on the field and good coaching on the sidelines. Las Vegas coach Pete Carroll has seen better days and it feels like the game has moved on without him. Dallas coach Jerry Jones, no wait, their GM dismantled an already porous defense and is stuck with a quarterback that puts up great numbers (stats) but no many wins. The Raiders have been laying in wait and playing on Monday is a major advantage. Perfect spot for America’s team to fall flat. Take LAS VEGAS RAIDERS!

Carolina at Boston 7:00 ET

Hurricanes (-1.5, +130) over Bruins - Who-ray for Boston they have won eight of their last nine games and have defeated Carolina 2-1 in Charlotte on November 1. Carolina has dropped 2-of-3 after a mini 4-game win streak. But, this game is all about getting even or revenge shall we say. Bruins lead the Atlantic Division and have won six straight at home and now are an underdog…take CAROLINA!

LA Kings at Washington 7:00 ET

Capitoas (-) over Kings - Los Angeles is playing their fifth of six straight road games and so far they are 4-0 while Washington like their NFL counterpart they have lost their last two and eight of their past 10. With this type of play and streaks headed indifferent directions and the Caps are favored. Take WASHINGTON!

Detroit at Philadelphia 8:20 ET

Eagles (-) over Lions - This is one of those games where the last impression that you had of each of them imprints your opinion and there is nothing that you can do about it. But, your mind is playing tricks as Philadelphia looked terrible Monday Night although they did win people were not impressed. Detroit romped over a hapless Washington club and they will not find the going so much fun Sunday night. I have to believe that the Super Champs will be a bit more focused here. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Baltimore at Cleveland 4:25 ET

Browns (+) over Ravens - When they were 1-5 the odds makers still have Baltimore as the favorite to win their Division. Actually, it made more sense than most people realized. To start with the competition stinks with Cincinnati, Cleveland and Pittsburgh which we all expected to fade as their schedule get tougher. Oh, yeah, that’s is another thing the toughest part of the Ravens schedule is done. The black birds have won three straight while the Browns have dropped their last two and five of the past six games with just a win over Miami. The Browns No. 2 defense will not give Henry much running room and this one comes done to the final gun. Take CLEVELAND!

San Francisco at Arizona 4:05 ET

Cardinals (+) over 49ers - Boy oh boy, the 49ers must really be hurting for them to be this small a favorite against an absolutely pathetic impostor of a professional football team (although they do get paid). QB Murray will not play for whatever reason and when he was in the lineup his play was less then stellar. The Niners have what is rated the easiest schedule in the NFL and are playing down to their competition. The Red Birds fly here under different leadership as 10-year vet Jacob Brisset makes his fifth start of the year. Take ARIZONA!

Houston vs. Auburn 3:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Cougars - No. 1 Houston (3-0) will be facing a ranked team for the first time on what is called a neutral court in Birmingham against No. 22 Aunurn. The Cougars have had their way against Lehigh, Towson and Oakland not exactly elite competition. The Tigers are also 3-0 and will have Steven Pearl coaching from the bench taking over from his father Bruce Pearl. Let’s hope the ‘apple doesn’t fall far from the tree’ and he has retained his father’s expertise. Although the Cougars have won all three game by double-digits they have not shot the ball well, a problem that rose last season in the finals. The Tigers can shot the ball and they play tough defense. Take AUBURN!

LA Chargers ar Jacksonville 4:05 ET

Jaguars (+) over Chargers - At this point of the season I must say that in my opinion is the most over-rated team by the public is the Los Angeles Changers. It just seems that when they are in a position to show dominance they fall short time and again. I believe this is a perfect spot for them to lose outright although I will always take the points. Los Angeles charges into Jacksonville off of three straight wins while the Jaguars return home after a road loss at Houston when they gave up four touchdowns in the final 12 minutes blowing a 19-point lead. They are 1-3 in the last four straight up and 0-4 ATS. The Jaguars will scratch, claw and bite their way to a win here. Take JACKSONVILLE!  

Houston at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Titans (+) over Texans - Please forgive me…I want to get that out of the way because just suggesting that anyone put up money on the Tennessee Titans makes me want to just bang my head against a wall. They are that bad and it happens that Houston is over-rated to the point that after their four touchdown fourth quarter comeback against the Jaguars last week people think that they are for real…they are not. Take TENNESSEE!   

Washington versus Miami 9:30 ET

Commanders (+) over Dolphins - A pair of 3-7 clubs are supposed to show Spain what American football is all about and what better than to have these two schleps on display. Washington has lost five in-a-row and again with be starting Marcus Mariota. Miami has won 2-of-3 and the biggest of them all last time out with a victory over division rival Buffalo 30-13. The Dolphins offense has been underwater all season ranking No. 26 and gaining less than 300 yard a game and their defense is in the bottom five. The former ‘Skins defense is ranked 30th but they move the ball better. Take WASHINGTON!

TCU at BYU 10:30 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Cougars - Having posted Texas Tech as my Highest-rated Megabucks WINNER over undefeated BYU was the highlight of Saturday’s 5-1 day. I also posted Iowa State and outright winner over this TCU team so I feel that I am in sync with both clubs which makes this a strong play in my head. I and a number of other professional feel that after a team who has been undefeated late in the football season and one’s that are into double-digit wins without a loss in college basketball will lose a second time after having been handed their first loss. BYU was 9-0 last week, now they have lost karma and bit of confidence is as well. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!  

Utah at Baylor 3:30 ET

Bears (+) over Utes - Utah has been very very good to ‘us’ this season both on and against we are 5-0 ATS with against against the Utes this season, so I have great confidence that I am on the right side of this one. Baylor has also been good to ‘us’ but not in such high regard goin 3-0 ATS but guess what all three win were plays against the Bears…”how’s dat” as my dearly departed handicapper Larry Ness would say! Sometimes it just comes down to time and place and who is where and Saturday night it should be the Bears. Take BAYLOR!  

Oklahoma at Alabama 3:30 ET

Sooners (+) over Crimson Tide  - Oh my, two weeks ago I posted Oklahoma as a Game of the Year and they won 33-27 as a 6-point underdog over Tennessee. The dirty little secret is that the Sooners were  badly outplayed, they make just 12 first downs and were fortunate to in be in the game, much less win it. The Sooner have had a week off to repair their offensive issues and the defense will need to pressure ‘Bama QB Ty Simpson (boy, he is good) and their defense must proved they are worthy of national attention. Take OKLAHOMA!   

Virginia at Duke 3:30 ET

Blue Devils (-) over Cavaliers - WOW…I MEAN WOW! This has got to be the ‘Don’t Make Sense Game of the Week.’ Here, is No. 19 Virginia 8-2 who last week had sole possession of the ACC top spot (5-0) before falling to 16-9 to Wake Forest and   enter Durham to face (5-4) Duke who just was defeated by Connecticut 37-34 as a seven and a half point favorite. This line swing has to have some serious affect on the game. Virginia has won eight of the past nine meetings going 8-1 ATS. The Cavaliers could have come up the favorite and no one one have blinked. Well, I am staring at the Blue Devils. Take DUKE!