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Conference Trends - Part II
January 29, 2013
Part I
Following is Part II of our team trends update, beginning with the Ivy League. All point-spread and "totals" trends include results thru Sunday, January 27.
IVY
Brown...The Bears have failed to cover their last four away. Columbia...President Obama's alma mater is "over" its last three at home in Morningside Heights. Cornell...Tough going for Bill Courtney's Big Red, dropping 7 of its last 10 vs. the number. Dartmouth...Though the Big Green performed admirably when pushing Harvard into OT on Saturday in Cambridge, that was Dartmouth's only cover in its last six board games (1-4-1). Harvard...Lots going on with Tommy Amaker's defending Ivy champs and loop favorites; the Crimson are 6-1 as a dog this season and 5-0-1 vs. the line their last five away from home, also 6-2-1 vs. the points their last nine overall. Penn...The Quakers are finding some traction, covering four of their last five overall and their last four as a visitor as well. Princeton...Mitch Henderson's Tigers have underachieved as chalk, covering just one of their last six as a favorite (even including a recent win over blood rival Penn). Yale...The Eli are "over" 5-1 in their last six.
METRO-ATLANTIC
Canisius...Jim Baron's Golden Griffs have been streaky this season; after some good early work, they've dropped 6 of their last 8 vs. the number. The Buffalo branch of the Jesuits has also gone "under" 7 of its last 8. Fairfield...Tough going lately for Sydney Johnson's Stags, who have covered just one of their last seven. Iona...Tim Cluess' Gaels are playing the same uptempo style as they have in recent years, helping Iona to a 10-2 "over" mark its last 12. Loyola-Maryland...Despite their Sunday loss vs. Iona, Jimmy Patsos' Greyhounds are offering decent value lately, covering 5 of their last 7. Manhattan...Even without injured high scorer George Beamon, the Jaspers have covered 6 of their last 8 after Sunday's upset win at Rider. Marist...Tough year for the Red Foxes, but they have covered 4 of their last five. Niagara...Calvin Murphy's alma mater has covered 7 of its last 9 games after Sunday's mild upset win at nearby Canisius. Rider...Though the Broncs have covered 7 of their last 9, they might be cooling off after dropping a pair at home in Lawrenceville over the weekend vs. Canisius and Rider. Rider is also "under" 10-3 its last 13. Siena...The deeply-discounted Saints have covered 3 of their last 4. St. Peter's...The Peacocks' plume has been camouflaged by a 1-8 spread mark in their last nine mostly root-canal games.
MID-AMERICAN
Akron...Note that the hot Zips have won their last 11 games SU. Ball State...The Cards are 5-1 vs. the line their last six away and also "over" 5-2 their last 7 overall. Bowling Green...Lots going on with the Falcons, "over" 6-1 in their last 7, but also 2-5-1 their last 8 vs. the number. Buffalo...Reggie Witherspoon's Bulls are just 1-6 vs. the line their last 7 at home and 2-6 overall vs. their last 8 vs. the number (but with covers in their last 2). Central Michigan...Keno Davis' Chips are "over" 9-3 their last 12 overall. Eastern Michigan...Keep an eye on the Eagles, who have covered their last 5 overall and are 5-1 vs. the points their last six at home in Ypsilanti. Kent State...The Golden Flashes are 6-1 vs. the number their last 8 away. Miami-Ohio...Nothing great this season for new HC John Cooper, as the RedHawks are 3-7-2 vs. the points their last 12 overall. Northern Illinois...The Huskies are offering some value on the road with their deep discounts form the oddsmakers, covering 7 of their last 9 away. NIU also "under" 12-4 its last 16. Ohio...The Bobcats are not handling the pointspread premiums being placed upon them, covering just 1 of their last 5. Toledo... The Rockets are 4-1 their last 5 away and "over" 4 of their last 5 overall. Western Michigan...The under-the-radar Broncos have covered 4 of their last 5
MISSOURI VALLEY
Bradley...Fade the Braves, who have failed to cover their last seven. Creighton...Sunday's easy win and cover vs. SIU broke a string of three straight spreads Ls by the Bluejays. Creighton is also "under" 10-4 its last 14. Drake...The Bulldogs have a few things going on, including "over" 9-2-2 their last 13 and a 1-4 mark their last five away from home. Evansville...The Purple Aces have provided good value, covering 5 of their last 7 overall, and 7 of their last 9 as a dog. The Aces have also covered their last three as host. Illinois State...Not much normalcy in Normal, as the Redbirds have dropped 8 of their last 9 vs. the number, including their last five as host. Indiana State...The value-laden Sycamores are 11-2 their last 13 on the board. Missouri State...Paul Lusk's Bears are quietly surging, covering 8 of their last 9 overall as well as their last four on the road. Northern Iowa...The Panthers have covered 4 of their last 5. Southern Illinois...Fade Barry Hinson's Salukis, just 3-6 their last nine overall and 1-4 their last 5 at home in Carbondale. Wichita State...Gregg Marshall's Wheatshockers are mostly handling the pointspread premiums placed upon them, covering 6 of their last 9 overall and 4 of their last 5 at home in the Roundhouse.
MOUNTAIN WEST
Air Force...Don't overlook the Falcons, who have covered seven of their last nine, as well as their last three at home in Clune Arena. Boise State...The Broncos are suddenly losing traction, with no covers in their last four. Boise is also "over" 9-3 its last 12. Colorado State...Larry Eustachy's Rams are 6-2-1 vs. the number their last nine and "under" in 8 of their last 11. Fresno State...The tedious Bulldogs are nonetheless "over" in 5 of their last 7. Also beware laying points with Rodney Terry's team, which is 0-3 as chalk this term. Nevada...David Carter's erratic Wolf Pack is 6-11-1 vs. the points this season. Nevada is also "under" 5-1-1 its last seven at the Lawlor Center. New Mexico...The Lobos are definitely trending "under" (10-1), although we got the point before their 34-point "explosion" on Saturday at San Diego State. Steve Alford's bunch is also 4-1-1 vs. the points its last six at The Pit. San Diego State...Aztecs "over" 7-4-2 their last 13 overall. Wyoming...The Cowboys, minus suspended star G Luke Martinez, have been faltering, covering just one of their last four. Note Wyo also "under" 8 in a row.
OHIO VALLEY
Austin Peay...It's a down year for the Guvs, just 1-13 SU their last 14 games. The Peay is also "over" 6-3 its last 9. Belmont...New to the Valley this season, Rick Byrd's Nashville-based Belmont has won its last 8 SU and is also "over" 5-1 its last 6. Eastern Kentucky...The Colonels have provided some decent under-the-radar value lately, covering 5 of their last 6. EKU is also "over" 4 in a row. Eastern Illinois...The Panthers have been streaky, covering their last three after dropping their previous four vs. the number. Earlier in the season, EIU had another 4-game spread slide. Jacksonville State...The Gamecocks have been "over" in 7 of 8, and 9 of their last 11 games. Morehead State..Stirring, the Eagles have covered 4 in a row. Murray State...The Racers, last season's OVC champs, are just 3-7 their last 10 on the board. Also "under" 7-1-1 their last 9. SE Missouri State...Dickie Nutt's Redhawks are struggling, with no covers their last five on the road and just 1-9 overall their last 10 overall on the board. UT-Martin...The Skyhawks have won just 2 of their last 15 SU; also "under" 6-3 last nine. Tennessee State...The Tigers have covered 6 of their last 8, but note that includes dropping their last 2 vs. the number. They're also "over" their last 5. Tennessee Tech...The Eagles are 2-8 their last 10 on the board, also "under" 7-2 last 9.
PAC-12
Arizona...The Cats are just 2-6 vs. the spread their last 8 on the board, also "under" 10-3-1 their last 14. Arizona State...Herb Sendek's Sun Devils are off a rousing win on Saturday vs. UCLA and have covered 5 of their last 6 overall, including three straight on the road. ASU is also "under" 8-1-1 its last 10. Cal...The disappointing Bears are 3-9 their last 12 vs. the spread as well as "under" 8-2 their last 10. Colorado...Tad Boyle's Buffs have steadied with three straight wins and covers after a previous slump. They've also covered 6 of 8 at the Coors Center in Boulder. Oregon...The surprising Ducks are also "surprisingly" 1-4 their last 5 vs. the number, though they've won nine games in a row SU. Also 7-3-1 "over" their last 11. Oregon State...Craig Robinson's OSU is covering some numbers (4-1 last 5) but also losing games outright (1-4 SU those last five). The Beavers are also "under" 6 of their last 8. Southern Cal...Another tumultuous season at Troy, with the third in-season coaching change in recent memory at Jefferson & Figueroa. SC is only 5-11-1 vs. the number its last 17 since early in the season. Stanford...Even after Sunday's win at Utah, the Cardinal is 3-6 its last 9 vs. the spread and just 1-5 against the points its last six on the road. UCLA...The Bruins failed again as road chalk on Saturday at ASU and are 0-5 in that role this season. Ben Howland's team is also "under" 6-2 its last 8. Utah...The fading Utes have covered just 1 of their last five; they're also "over" in 4 of those last 5. Washington...Lorenzo Romar's Huskies are 5-2 vs. the line their last seven. U-Dub is also playing at a slower tempo than in recent years, reflected in a 6-3 "under" mark its last nine. Washington State...Ken Bone's Cougars are 4-2 their last six as a dog.
SEC
Alabama...The Tide is "under" 8-2 its last 10 and also 2-5 its last 7 as chalk. Arkansas...The Hogs have yet to win SU in six games away from home this season and have failed to cover their last three as a visitor as well. Auburn...Tony Barbee's Tigers are quietly providing some decent spread value, covering 4 of their last 5 at Auburn Arena and 7 of their last 9 overall. Auburn is also "over" 6-3 its last 9. Florida...The rampaging Gators have won and covered their last seven overall, also covers their last five on the road. Georgia...Just when we're ready to count out mark Fox's Bulldogs, they spring an upset like last Saturday's vs. Texas A&M. Georgia is also "under" its last three after "overs" in 7 of previous 8. Kentucky...Coach Cal's Cats are just 1-5 vs. the number their last six on the board. LSU...Johnny Jones' Tigers have covered their last two but are still only 4-7 their last 11 on the board. Ole Miss...The surging Rebs are 5-1 vs. the line at home this season and 6-2 overall their last 8 against the number (though failing to cover in their last two). Rebs also "under" 4-1 last five. Mississippi State...No covers last three at home or last four overall for Bulldogs, also "over" their last three. Missouri...SEC newcomer Tigers 4-1 last five vs. line at home and "over" 5-2-1 last 8 overall. South Carolina...Frank Martin's Gamecocks have covered their last four as a dog and 5 of their last 7 overall. SC also "under" 7-2 its last 9. Tennessee...Lots going on with Cuonzo Martin's Vols, who are 5-1 their last six as a dog but only 1-4-1 their last six as chalk. Texas A&M...Ags "under" 9-1 their last 10. Vanderbilt...Dores "over" 3 of last 4 but still "under" 10 of last 14. Vandy also covered its last three as chalk.
SOUTHERN
Appalachian State...Jason Capel's Mountaineers are "under" 8-4 last 12. They've also dropped last 4 vs. line. Chattanooga...The Mocs are "over" 7-0-1 their last 8. College of Charleston...Cougs 1-3 vs. line last 4 at John Kresse Arena. Davidson...Wildcats "under" 6-3-1 last 10. Elon...Matt Matheny's Fighting Phoenix are 7-3-1 their last 11 vs. line, also "over" 7-1 last 8. Furman...The Paladins have covered 6 of their last 8 on road. Georgia Southern...The Eagles are 4-1 their last 5 as a dog. The Citadel...Chuck Driesell's Bulldogs have covered 4 of last 5 after dropping previous seven vs. number. UNC-Greensboro...Spartans only 3-7 vs. line last 10, also "under" 6-1 last 7. Western Carolina...Catamounts only 1-4 straight-up last five at home. Wofford...Mike Young's Terriers just 2-6-1 their last 9 on the board.
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SUMMIT
IPFW...No covers last five for Tony Jasick's Mastodons. IUPUI...Jags just 1-4 vs. line last five; also "over" 4 of last 5. UM-Kansas City...Kangaroos have hopped to a 7-3 "under" mark last ten, also 4-1 last five away. Nebraska-Omaha...Not offering bad value at all, the Mavericks are 5-3 their last 8 on the board. North Dakota State...The Bison are 1-4 their last five vs. the number after a 9-1 spread run earlier this season. Saul Phillips' side also "under" 11-2 its last 13 overall. Oakland...Greg Kampe's Golden Grizzlies are "over" six in a row. South Dakota State...Scott Nagy's jumpin' Jackrabbits are 4-0 their last four and 7-2 vs. the number their last nine overall. Western Illinois...Jim Molinari's rugged Leathernecks are 12-4 their last 16 on the board.
SUN BELT
Arkansas State...Red Wolves 7-3 vs. line last 10, also "under" 4-1 last five. Arkansas-Little Rock...Trojans 2-7 vs. spread last nine away. Florida Atlantic...Mike Jarvis' Owls "under" 5 of last 6, and 8 of last 11 overall. Florida International...The Golden Panthers are "under" 5 of their last 7 for new HC Richard Pitino. UL-Monroe...The lowly Warhawks have no covers in their last three, or four of their last five overall. They had covered 6 of 7 previously. UL-Lafayette...Bob Marlin's Ragin' Cajuns are struggling vs. the line, just 1-6 their last seven overall and no covers their last six as a visitor. Middle Tennessee...Kermit Davis' Blue Raiders are 6-1 their last 7 at home vs. the number, also "over" 4-1 last 5. North Texas...Mean Green "under" 5-1 last six for new HC Tony Benford. UNT also just 1-4 vs. line last five on road. South Alabama...Ronnie Arrow's Jags have covered 4 of their last five, also "under" 4-1 last five. Troy...Don Maestri's Trojans 5-1 their last 6 on the board, including three straight covers as host. Also "over" 5-2 last seven. Western Kentucky...Ray Harper's Hilltoppers are just 1-6 their last seven on the board, also "under" five in a row.
WCC
BYU...Cougs 5-1 last six vs. line at Marriott Center, also "under" 10-4 last 14 overall. Gonzaga...Surprisingly, Zags only 1-5 last six vs. line at home. Also "under" last four overall. Loyola-Marymount...Lions no covers last four, or 11 of 16 this season for wild man HC Max Good. Pepperdine...Decent value all season, including covers last three at home in Malibu and 5 of last 7 away from Firestone Fieldhouse. Portland...No covers last four or in six of last seven for Eric Reveno's Pilots. San Diego...HC Bill Grier is going to find himself on the hot seat if Toreros can't shake recent slump (no wins or covers last three). USD also "under" 7-1 last 8. San Francisco...Dons have rediscovered early-season spread magic, covering 8 of last 10. They've also covered their last six on the road. Santa Clara...No place like the road in Broncos games; SCU 7-1 vs. number away, but 1-7 vs. spread last 8 at Leavey Center. Saint Mary's...Gaels 4-1 vs. line last five away.
WAC
Be aware of some of the staggering spread win numbers the road teams have posted in WAC play! Denver...Joe Scott's Pioneers are 5-1 their last 6 vs. the spread, also "under" 6-2 their last 8. Idaho...Road team has covered last nine Vandals games. La Tech...Road team has covered last five La Tech games; Bulldogs also 11-5 vs. spread last 16 overall. New Mexico State...Marvin Menzies' Aggies are finally stirring, winn ing their last seven SU and covering last four. San Jose State...The Spartans' season has gone pear-shaped since the suspension of star G James Kinney; SJSU no wins last five or covers last four, also "under" last five as well for George Nessman's team. Seattle...Road team is 8-1 in last nine Redhawks' games; the Seattle Jesuits are also "over" 5 of their last seven. Texas State...Bobcats have covered four straight, but note road team 9-0 vs. spread in last nine TSU games. UT-Arlington...Road team 8-0-1 vs. spread in last nine games involving Scott Cross' Movin' Mavs. UTA also "under" 9-4 last 13. UT-San Antonio...Roadrunners "over" 8-1 last 9. Utah State...Injury-plagued Utags no covers in last seven.
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Conference Trends - Part I
January 26, 2013
We will begin with a point-spread trend and angle review with ten conferences; proceeding alphabetically, beginning with the Atlantic Coast Conference thru the Horizon League. In Part II, we pick up with the Ivy League and the rest of the conferences. Though not every entry has developed a trend that merits review, many teams in fact do have some sort of point-spread or “totals” angle worth noting; we’ll list the ones that have caught our eyes.
All point-spread and “totals” trends include results thru Wednesday, Jan. 23.
ATLANTIC COAST
Boston College...The Eagles have covered six of their last seven after their midweek game vs. Maryland; BC is also “over” 7-2 its last nine. Clemson...The Tigers could be in the early stage of something good, covering their last three games. Brad Brownell’s tempo-controlling preference has also resulted in four straight Clemson “unders” as well. Georgia Tech...After Wednesday’s loss to North Carolina, the Yellow Jackets have dropped their last six vs. the spread. Perhaps we were wise after all to wonder if the supposed improvements of Brian Gregory’s team in pre-league play were due to a relatively-soft non-ACC slate. Maryland...The Terps have hit a few high notes in recent weeks (such as the home win over NC State) but have still dropped their last five against the spread. North Carolina...Are the Tar Heels finally stirring? That’s three wins and covers in a row for Roy Williams’ Chapel Hill bunch after Wednesday’s home romp past aforementioned Georgia Tech. UNC is also “under” 5-1 its last six games. North Carolina State...Look out for some fraying around the edge s with the erratic Wolfpack, who have lost 2 of their last 3 outright while failing to cover the number in each of those games. NCS is also a poor 1-6 its last seven as chalk after the midweek loss down Tobacco Road at underdog Wake Forest. Rumors of some internal discord involving players and HC Mark Gottfried? Virginia...Tony Bennett’s Cavs have offered good spread value all season, standing 9-3 vs. the line their last 12 on the board. Virginia Tech...It’s gone a bit pear-shaped lately for the Hokies, whose quick start under new HC James Johnson seems a long time ago; VPI has covered just one of its last eight (1-6-1) overall. Wake Forest...Don’t look now, but the Demon Deacons have covered 8 of their last 9 after the midweek upset over NC State at Winston- Salem.
ATLANTIC 10
Butler...Brad Stevens’ Bulldogs lost a tough one on Wednesday at La Salle but have still covered their last five in a row. Duquense...The bottom might be falling out for the Iron Dukes, who have dropped seven spread decisions in a row. Fordham...While acknowledging the midweek beating the Rams absorbed at Dayton, also note that Fordham is unbeaten vs. the line (3-0-1) at its quaint Rose Hill Gym in The Bronx. George Washington...Mike Lonergan’s Colonials have quietly offered superb spread value, covering 10 of their last 12 on the board. La Salle...Even after the Wednesday win over Butler, John Giannini’s Explorers have still covered only 1 of their last 7 games. UMass...The Minutemen have covered just 2 of their last 7 on the board. They’re also “under” 5-2 in their last seven. Richmond...Aracnophobia indeed for backers of the Spiders, who have covered just 3 of their last 15 on the board. Saint Louis...The Bills are “under” 5-2 in their last seven games. St. Joseph’s...After the midweek loss to St. Bona, Phil Martelli’s Hawks have dropped their last four spread decisions at home. St. Bonaventure...Note the Bonnies’ 9-2 “over” mark their last 11 games. Temple...The Owls, who didn’t come close to covering a hefty number at home vs. Big Five rival Penn at midweek, are just 4-8 their last 12 as chalk and a mere 2-6 vs. the line at home this term.
BIG EAST
Cincinnati...The Bearcats have been trending “under” (5-1 last 6) lately. They’re also 6-1 vs. the line their last seven away from Fifth Third Arena. DePaul...The Blue Demons have covered just 2 of their last 7 while also going “over” in 7 of their last 9. Georgetown...The Hoyas reminded us on Monday at Notre Dame that they can be worth a look as a dog; they’re 3-1 as the “short” this season, and also “under” their last three on the road. Louisville...Keep an eye on the Cards, who have not only failed to cover, but lost outright their last two after ascending to the top of the polls and recording a 6-2-1 spread mark their nine preceding games. Notre Dame...The Irish have been in a funk, dropping their last four vs. the number. Notre Dame is also “under” in its last five games. Pittsburgh...Note “overs” in 6 of the Panthers’ last seven games. Pitt has also failed to cover its last three at home. Providence...Don’t shortchange Ed Cooley’s Friars, who have covered 4 of their last 5. Providence is also “over” 9-1-1 its last 11. Rutgers...No place like the road in Scarlet Knight games, as the visiting team has covered in five straight. Mike Rice’s team is also “under” 6-2 its last 8. Seton Hall...The Pirates have covered just one of their last five (1-3-1) as chalk. They’re also “under” 4-1 their last five. South Florida...We note “overs” in the Bulls last two games because it contrasts from the “unders” in their preceding five games. St. John’s...Steve Lavin’s Red Storm is “under” its last six games, while also covering 4 of its last 5 as a dog. Syracuse...Jim Boeheim is “under” 7-4 in his last 11 games. Villanova...Quietly, Jay Wright’s Nova has covered 9 of its last 12 games.
BIG SKY
Eastern Washington...The Eagles have dropped 8 of their last 10 vs. the line. They’re also “under” in five straight and 9 of 11. Idaho State...With “totals” posted so low because the Bengals have so little offense, ISU has nonetheless gone “over” in 5 of its last 7. The Bengals also haven’t covered their last three as chalk (0-2-1). Montana...The Grizzlies have won their last 8 SU, roughly coinciding with the return to action of star G Will Cherry. Wayne Tinkle’s team is also “over” in 4 straight and 5 of its last 6. Montana State...The Bobcats have covered 5 of their last 7 on the road. North Dakota...The Fighting Sioux are mildly surging, covering 5 of their last 7. UND is also “over” 9-3 its last 12. Northern Arizona...The Lumberjacks, who absorbed some wicked beatings before New Year’s, are showing mildly improvement for first-year HC Jack Murphy, covering their last three (as an underdog in each). Northern Colorado...While the Bears are only 3-11 vs. the line this season, they have covered their last two outings. Portland State...The Vikings have a lot going on; 0-3 their last 3 overall, 2-5 their last 7 away, but 4-1 their last 5 at home in quaint Stott Gym. Sacramento State...The Hornets are “under” 7-2 their last 9; Sac State has also recently snapped an extended spread losing streak, but has still covered just 2 of its last 10 overall (2-6-2). Southern Utah...The Thunderbirds have covered 5 of their last 7. Weber State...It’s been “overs” in 5 of the last 7 for the Wildcats.
BIG TEN
Illinois...Though the Illini won on Tuesday at Nebraska, they’re only 2-7 vs. the spread in their last 9 games. Indiana...The highly-ranked Hoosiers have covered just 1 of their last 6 games; they’re also “under” 4 of their last 5. Iowa...Fran McCaffery’s Hawkeyes are providing good value, covering 9 of their last 11 games. They’re also “under” in 6 of their last 8 outings. Michigan...The high-powered Wolverines are “over” in 6 of their last 8. Nebraska...Getting benefit from some inflated numbers, the Cornhuskers have covered their last three away from Lincoln. Northwestern...Just when the Wildcats looked ready to drop off of the map, they’ve now covered three in a row for HC Bill Carmody, with outright wins as a dog vs. Illinois and Minnesota. They’re also “under” four straight. Ohio State...Thad Matta’s Buckeyes are “under” 8-1 their last 9. Purdue...Providing decent value lately, the Boilermakers have covered their last 3. Matt Painter’s team is also “over” 6-2-1 its last 9. Wisconsin...No surprise that the Badgers are “under” 8-3 their last 11 for the pride of Chester, PA, HC Bo Ryan.
BIG 12
Baylor...The Bears are “under” four straight. Kansas...Bill Self’s Jayhawks are :under” their last 4 and 6 of their last 7. Kansas State...Bruce Weber’s Wildcats have covered just one of their last five (1-3-1 away). Oklahoma State...The Cowboys are 7-2 vs. the line their last nine, but note they’ve failed to cover their last two. Texas...Lots going on with the Longhorns; 6-1 their last seven as an underdog, but 0-5 SU their last five. TCU...Trent Johnson’s slow-paced Horned Frogs are “under” 7-3 their last ten. Texas Tech..Red Raiders “under” 8-1 their last nine after another low-scoring game at midweek vs. Iowa State. West Virginia...The Mounties’ midweek win over TCU was their first cover as chalk after six straight losses in role.
BIG WEST
Cal Poly...Mustangs “over” 6-1 their last 7 while also covering 5 of their last 6. Cal State Fullerton...Slipping Titans no covers in their last three, also :”over” 5-1 their last six. Hawaii...Warriors have covered their first three on the mainland this season, but have dropped 6 of their last 9 vs. the line in Honolulu. Long Beach State...Ascending 49ers now 4-1 vs. lien last 5. Cal State Northridge...Bobby Braswell’s Matadors have dropped six straight vs. the number; remember, CSN had at one time covered seven straight early in the season. Pacific...Bob Thomason’s Tigers have offered good value all season, covering 5 of their last 6 and 10 of 14 overall. UCSB...Bob Williams’ Gauchos are “over” 5-1 their last six. UC Davis...It’s been best to shade the road team in games involving Kimberly Guilfoyle’s alma mater UCD, as the visitor has covered in five straight Aggie games. UC Irvine...Anteaters “over” 5-1 their last six. UC Riverside...The Highlanders are “over” their last four games.
COLONIAL
Delaware...Blue Hens “over” 7-2 their last nine. Drexel...Poor spread value all season, covering just 4 of 18 after another spread loser (though SU win) at midweek vs. Hofstra. The Dragons had earlier dropped 8 straight vs. the number. George Mason...Paul Hewitt’s Patriots have covered 4 of their last 5 away from Fairfax. Georgia State...On the upswing, the Panthers have covered their last four. Ron Hunter’s team is also “over” 8-3 its last 11. Hofstra...Remarkable spread turnaround for Mo Cassara’s suspension-depleted Pride, which has covered seven in row; those last seven are all “under” as well. James Madison. How about eight straight “unders” for the Dukes after their Wednesday win over Delaware? Towson...The Tigers have cooled a bit with SU and spread losses their last two; Pat Skerry’s improved team had covered 8 of its previous 10. William & Mary...Snakebit Tribe 1-6 vs. line last 7, but that “W” was in most-recent game on Wednesday vs. Northeastern. W&M also “over” 7-3 last 10.
CONFERENCE USA
East Carolina...The Pirates have covered 4 of their last 5. Houston...Fade the Cougars, with no covers in four straight after Wednesday’s humbling loss vs. Tulsa. UH also “over” 5-1 last 6. Marshall...A spread disaster this season even before the wipeout loss on Wednesday inflicted by Southern Miss; Herd now 2-11-1 vs. line this season. Marshall also “over” 4-1 last five. Memphis...Road rage of a different sort involving Josh Pastner’s Tigers; the visiting team has covered in nine straight Memphis games, with the Tigers no covers their last six at FedEx Forum. Rice...Limited Owls just 1-4 vs. line last five; Ben Braun’s team also “over” 4-1 last 5. SMU...Early-season value has disappeared from Larry Brown’s Mustangs, who have covered just 4 of their last 11 overall and 1 of their last 6 on road. Southern Miss...Golden Eagles 6-1 vs. line last seven. UTEP...After a slow start, Tim Floyd’s Miners have covered 8 of their last 9, including their last six home games at the Haskins Center. Tulsa...Don’t look now, but Danny Manning’s Golden Hurricane has covered 6 of its last 7. UAB...The Blazers have offered poor value all season; no covers last 4 and just 4-12 vs. line overall.
HORIZON
Cleveland State...Vikings no covers their last 3 or 9 of last 11 after midweek loss to Loyola-Chicago; Gary Waters’ side has also dropped 7 straight vs. number on road. Detroit...Ray McCallum’s Titans have a couple of blowout wins in Horizon play but overall are just 2-8-1 as chalk; they are 4-1 as dog, however. Green Bay...Fighting Phoenix have covered 5 of last 6 at home in the Resch Center, and are “under’ 10-3 this season. UIC...Howard Moore’s Flames are 12-6 vs. the line this season, but note early 8-game cover streak. UIC has covered 6 of last 7 at home but dropped corresponding 5 of last 6 vs. vs. spread away. Loyola-Chicago...Ramblers have been streaky, with 4-game cover streak followed by 4-game losing streak vs. line prior to Wednesday’s win at Cleveland State. Milwaukee...Rob Jeter’s Panthers are 6-11-1 vs. line this season; they’re also “under” 7-3 their last ten. Valparaiso...Bryce Drew’s Crusaders have covered 5 of their last 6 and 7 of their last 9 after Wednesday’s win over Green Bay; they’re also “over” their last five. Wright State...Even after Wednesday’s loss at Youngstown, the Raiders are 8-2 vs. the line their last ten (and six straight covers at home in the Nutter Center). Youngstown State...Penguins just 3-8-1 last 11 on board despite Wednesday’s win over Wright State.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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13) WAC—Louisiana Tech is 18-3, 9-0 under rising coaching star Michael White (if Andy Kennedy were to move up from Ole Miss, Rebel alum White makes sense there); Denver’s Princeton offense is tough to prep for, New Mexico State has best inside game (rebounding 38.7% of its misses in WAC games), Utah State has major injury issues.
12) Horizon—Valparaiso has two-game lead, due to win at Detroit, when they won after trailing 50-32 at half. Detroit has best player (McCallum), Green Bay blocks 17.7% of opponents’ shots, Wright State forces turnovers 23.5% of time.
11) C-USA—Southern Miss/Memphis are both unbeaten in league play; USM is a juggernaut, making 43.9% of 3’s, forcing turnovers 28.1% of time in league games. Memphis is making 57% of shots inside arc. Central Florida’s (14-5, 4-1) Keith Clanton might be best player in league.
10) WCC—Gonzaga is 6-0, leads league in eFG% on both sides of ball; they played seven non-league games vs top 100 teams, plus Davidson/West Virginia (usually top 100 teams), so they’re battle-tested enough to survive challenges from lesser league rivals. As usual, St Mary’s (57.3% on 2-point shots), BYU (turning ball over least while playing fastest tempo) are prime contenders.
9) MVC—Creighton is offensive machine (60.7 eFG% leads country) but Bluejays trail defensively-stout Wichita State by a game. Shockers are rebounding 39.9% of own misses in MVC play. Right now, looks like these will be only two teams in NCAAs, unless there’s an upset in conference tournament at Arch Madness in St Louis.
8) A-16—New kids Butler/VCU are leading league first time around; it is stupid to have 16 teams in a league, but this is only year for that (Charlotte/ Temple leave after this year). LaSalle had huge week last week, but lack of inside game hurts them on road. Saint Louis is inspired playing for its deceased coach; GW is team of future in this conference.
7) SEC—Ole Miss is 17-2, 6-0, turning ball over less, getting to foul line more than any team in league; is Kentucky's visit tonight biggest home game in Rebel history? Florida’s eFG% is 39.2%- some think they’re best team in country. Rest of league is rebuilding, including Kentucky (forcing turnovers only 15.3% of time in SEC).
6) Big X— West Virginia/Texas are combined 3-10 in league, so other than Kansas (get steal or blocked shot 28.7% of time), Baylor (38.4% behind arc behind premiere guard Jackson), no one here is guaranteed an at-large bid. Texas gets PG Kabongo back in two weeks; will it be too late?
5) Pac-12—Oregon is surprising 7-0 in league, but now PG Artis is hurt; freshman PG Carson has Arizona State at 16-4, 5-2, big improvement from LY’s 10-21, when he was ineligible. Arizona (17-2, 5-2) is near top, as always, but lack of a true PG will doom them in March; Ben Howland has improved UCLA (16-5, 6-2) playing fastest-paced games in league.
4) ACC—Miami beat Duke by 27, Florida State by 24 last week; if their uniforms were blue and said “DUKE” on front, they’d be a top 5 team. Hurricanes’ eFG% is 38.6, #1 in ACC.
3) MWC—Yes, this is #3 league in America right now; four teams look to be in, barring a collapse. No one in this league is a pushover, not even Air Force, which lost by only 3 to Wichita State. UNLV would be lot more dangerous if they had a legit PG. San Diego State trailed 20-9 at half in Wyoming, then held New Mexico to 34 points for whole game Saturday.
2) Big East—Everyone’s going their separate ways after this year; will be very weird seeing Syracuse play in ACC. Orange (18-2, 6-1) seem to be best team this year, with Louisville losing three of its last four games. Marquette (14-4, 5-1) always seems to over-achieve.
1) Big Dozen—Think very highly of both Michigan teams; not that sold on Indiana club that didn’t play true road game until New Year’s Eve.
Liked Minnesota a lot, but now they’ve lost four games in row, all by 8 or less points. Wisconsin’s odd system is one you’ll want to avoid on first weekend of tournament. Ohio State is 2-3 vs top 50 teams, and they almost lost at home to Michigan after leading 29-8. Wolverines are real good, but a Final Four team salts games like that away.
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GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Tuesday, January 29
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VANDERBILT (8 - 10) at TENNESSEE (10 - 8) - 1/29/2013, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VANDERBILT is 10-24 ATS (-16.4 Units) as a road underdog of 6.5 to 9 points since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 17-5 ATS (+11.5 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
VANDERBILT is 11-1 ATS (+9.9 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
TENNESSEE is 3-1 against the spread versus VANDERBILT over the last 3 seasons
TENNESSEE is 3-1 straight up against VANDERBILT over the last 3 seasons
4 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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NC STATE (16 - 4) at VIRGINIA (14 - 5) - 1/29/2013, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VIRGINIA is 42-26 ATS (+13.4 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
VIRGINIA is 42-26 ATS (+13.4 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
VIRGINIA is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) as a favorite this season.
VIRGINIA is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in all home games this season.
VIRGINIA is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in home lined games this season.
VIRGINIA is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in home games after allowing 60 points or less this season.
NC STATE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
VIRGINIA is 2-1 against the spread versus NC STATE over the last 3 seasons
VIRGINIA is 2-1 straight up against NC STATE over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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GEORGIA TECH (11 - 7) at CLEMSON (11 - 8) - 1/29/2013, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGIA TECH is 7-17 ATS (-11.7 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
GEORGIA TECH is 7-17 ATS (-11.7 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
GEORGIA TECH is 15-29 ATS (-16.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
GEORGIA TECH is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 3 seasons.
GEORGIA TECH is 8-18 ATS (-11.8 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 3 seasons.
CLEMSON is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEMSON is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
CLEMSON is 3-1 against the spread versus GEORGIA TECH over the last 3 seasons
CLEMSON is 4-0 straight up against GEORGIA TECH over the last 3 seasons
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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WISCONSIN (14 - 6) at OHIO ST (15 - 4) - 1/29/2013, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WISCONSIN is 3-10 ATS (-8.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
OHIO ST is 174-136 ATS (+24.4 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
OHIO ST is 194-152 ATS (+26.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
OHIO ST is 123-92 ATS (+21.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
WISCONSIN is 34-20 ATS (+12.0 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
WISCONSIN is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) after failing to cover the spread in 3 or more consecutive games over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
OHIO ST is 2-2 against the spread versus WISCONSIN over the last 3 seasons
OHIO ST is 2-2 straight up against WISCONSIN over the last 3 seasons
3 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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INDIANA ST (13 - 7) at WICHITA ST (19 - 2) - 1/29/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANA ST is 12-5 ATS (+6.5 Units) in all games this season.
INDIANA ST is 12-5 ATS (+6.5 Units) in all lined games this season.
INDIANA ST is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
INDIANA ST is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
INDIANA ST is 11-1 ATS (+9.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
Head-to-Head Series History
WICHITA ST is 3-3 against the spread versus INDIANA ST over the last 3 seasons
WICHITA ST is 5-1 straight up against INDIANA ST over the last 3 seasons
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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N IOWA (11 - 10) at EVANSVILLE (12 - 9) - 1/29/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
EVANSVILLE is 29-18 ATS (+9.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 29-18 ATS (+9.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) in January games over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 20-7 ATS (+12.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 3 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 17-5 ATS (+11.5 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
EVANSVILLE is 4-1 against the spread versus N IOWA over the last 3 seasons
EVANSVILLE is 4-1 straight up against N IOWA over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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ILLINOIS ST (12 - 9) at BRADLEY (12 - 9) - 1/29/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ILLINOIS ST is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
ILLINOIS ST is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in January games this season.
ILLINOIS ST is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) after a conference game this season.
BRADLEY is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in January games this season.
Head-to-Head Series History
BRADLEY is 2-2 against the spread versus ILLINOIS ST over the last 3 seasons
ILLINOIS ST is 4-0 straight up against BRADLEY over the last 3 seasons
3 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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N CAROLINA (13 - 6) at BOSTON COLLEGE (9 - 10) - 1/29/2013, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 71-48 ATS (+18.2 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 121-89 ATS (+23.1 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 27-14 ATS (+11.6 Units) against conference opponents over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON COLLEGE is 2-1 against the spread versus N CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
N CAROLINA is 3-0 straight up against BOSTON COLLEGE over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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KENTUCKY (13 - 6) at OLE MISS (17 - 2) - 1/29/2013, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OLE MISS is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
OLE MISS is 2-1 against the spread versus KENTUCKY over the last 3 seasons
KENTUCKY is 2-1 straight up against OLE MISS over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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NEBRASKA (11 - 10) at MINNESOTA (15 - 5) - 1/29/2013, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEBRASKA is 69-99 ATS (-39.9 Units) in road games since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 69-99 ATS (-39.9 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 59-85 ATS (-34.5 Units) in road games against conference opponents since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 40-61 ATS (-27.1 Units) off a win against a conference rival since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 56-80 ATS (-32.0 Units) after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.
MINNESOTA is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) when the total is 120 to 129.5 over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 2-0 against the spread versus NEBRASKA over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 2-0 straight up against NEBRASKA over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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NEVADA (11 - 8) at UNLV (16 - 4) - 1/29/2013, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UNLV is 49-29 ATS (+17.1 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
NEVADA is 78-55 ATS (+17.5 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
NEVADA is 63-42 ATS (+16.8 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
UNLV is 34-49 ATS (-19.9 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
UNLV is 34-49 ATS (-19.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
UNLV is 7-17 ATS (-11.7 Units) off a win against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
NEVADA is 2-0 against the spread versus UNLV over the last 3 seasons
UNLV is 2-0 straight up against NEVADA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Armadillo's Write-Up
Tuesday, January 29
-- Tennessee is 9-5 in last 14 games vs Vanderbilt, which lost six of last seven visits here, losing by 7-27-20-19-3-7 points. Vols lost five of last seven games, are 1-2 as SEC home favorites. SEC home favorites of 9 or less points are 5-10 vs spread. Vandy 1-2 as SEC road dogs, losing road games by 23 at Arkansas, 22 at Mizzou. Commodores are turning ball over 21.6% of time, making just 58.5% from foul line.
-- NC State has beaten Duke/Carolina, but also lost at Maryland/Wake by total of 3 points; their only ACC road win is at BC by 5. Wolfpack is 0-4 in last four visits here, losing by 5-18-12-11 points. Virginia won its last three games, allowing 48.3 ppg; they're 3-0 as home favorites in ACC play, winning by 9-20-14 points here. ACC home favorites of 5 or less points are 3-6 vs spread. Can NC State follow up a big win?
-- Quick turnaround for Clemson squad that beat Va Tech here Sunday; they've won last five games vs Georgia Tech by an average of 13 points. Tech lost last seven trips to Littlejohn, by 13-1-15-14-11-25-2. Tigers won last three home games, by 15-16-7 points, after losing to Florida Stae in ACC home opener. Jackets are 0-3 as ACC road dogs, losing on road by 13-13-16 points. ACC home favorites of 6+ points are 13-5.
-- Home side won nine of last ten Wisconsin-Ohio State games; Badgers lost last five visits here, by 10-1-5-9-28 points. Wisky's last four games were all decided by 5 or less points; they're 5-2 in league, losing by hoop to Michigan State, 4 at Iowa. Big Dozen single digit home favorites are 5-7 vs spread. Buckeyes are 2-1 as Big Dozen home favorites, winning in Columbus by 26-3-9 points.
-- Wichita State won nine of last ten games vs Indiana State, winning last nine played here, with only one of nine by more than 10 points- they're 4-1 as MVC home favorites, winning its home games by 25-6-12-3-34 points. Sycamores won three of last four games, are 3-0 as road dogs in Valley, losing away games by 13-5-2 points- their last two games were decided by 1-2 points. MVC double digit home favorites are 4-6.
-- Evansville outscored Northern Iowa 7-2 in last 0:43 of 62-59 road win Jan 9, Aces' 4th straight series win- they made 6-12 from arc, 12-13 on foul line. UNI was 8-25 from arc. Panthers lost last three visits here, by 1-1-8 points. MVC home teams are 9-3 vs spread if number is 5 or less points. UNI is 1-3 on Valley road, winning at Illinois State. Evansville is 4-0 at home in MVC, winning by 3-17-4-10 points.
-- Illinois State won last seven games vs Bradley, winning last three trips to Peoria, all by a single point; in fact, four of Redbirds' last five series wins were by one point. State won last three games by 14-2-5 points, after starting 0-6 in Valley; they're 1-3 on road. Bradley lost five of last seven games (0-7 vs spread), but won three of four at home in Valley, losing to Wichita. MVC single digit home underdogs are 8-4 vs spread.
-- North Carolina is 7-2 in last nine games vs Boston College, taking last three by 32-2-23 points; Tar Heels won three of last four visits to BC, winning by 5-10-32. Eagles lost last four games with three of them by 5 or less points; they're 4-2 as ACC dog, 2-1 at home. Carolina is 8-0 vs teams outside top 100, with seven wins by 15+ points- they're 1-2 on ACC road. ACC home underdogs are 6-2 against the spread.
-- Kentucky won 10 of last 12 games vs Ole Miss, but lost 85-80/71-69 in last two visits here, as home side won last five series games. Wildcats are 1-2 as underdogs this season, but were favored (1-5) in first six SEC games- they're 2-1 SU on SEC road. Ole Miss is 6-0 in SEC, 3-2 as fave, 2-1 at home, winning by 15-12-6 points in Oxford. SEC home favorites of 4 or less points are 4-5 against the spread.
-- Minnesota lost its last four games after 15-1 start; they've scored 48-44 points in last two games, are turning ball over 22% of time, not good for winning team. Gophers beat Nebraska by 8-12 points LY, winning 81-69 here. Big Dozen home favorites of 15+ points are 2-4 vs spread. Cornhuskers won two of last three games, covered five of seven; they're 3-1 as Big Dozen road dogs, losing away games by 26-15-10 points.
-- UNLV won last six games vs Nevada, none by more than 13 points, winning last three here, by 12-13-4 points; Rebels had weekend off, are 1-1 as MWC home faves, winning on Strip by 5-12 points. Wolf Pack is 2-3 in league, scoring 68-75 in conference wins, 65 or less in three losses; they're 2-2 as MWC dogs. MWC home favorites are 8-6 against spread. UNLV turns ball over 21% of time; they're deep, but lack a PG.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Wisconsin at (11) Ohio State (-6)
The Badgers started 4-0 in conference play and then lost back-to-back games before edging Minnesota 45-44 on Saturday. Tough defense is a Wisconsin program staple and the Badgers have held consecutive opponents under 50 points for the first time since the 2009-10 campaign. Wisconsin held Michigan State to a season-low 49 points and then limited Minnesota to its season-worst output. The Buckeyes have won back-to-back outings and are 11-1 at home. The Badgers are 1-5 ATS in their last six road games.
(19) N.C. State at Virginia (-2)
In its win over North Carolina last weekend, North Carolina State often found little resistance and seemingly scored at will. Points figure to be a bit more at a premium when the high-flying Wolfpack hit the road in an attempt to solve one of the nation’s top defenses in Virginia. North Carolina State – the sixth-highest scoring team in the country – will likely be forced to play a much slower pace against the Cavaliers, who own the nation’s second-best scoring defense and are 12-1 at home this season. Virginia has held 16 opponents – including all six ACC foes – to less than 60 points and allowed no more than 64 points in any game. The Wolfpack are 1-6 ATS in their last seven meetings.
Indiana State at (14) Wichita State (-12.5)
Wichita State is 12-0 at home this season with nine of the victories coming by double digits. The Shockers suffered a blow when sophomore guard Evan Wessel recently underwent season-ending hand surgery. Freshman guard Ron Baker (foot) is also sidelined but the Shockers recently got back senior forward Carl Hall from a thumb injury that sidelined him seven games. The Sycamores have won three of four games, including a 59-58 victory over Northern Iowa on Saturday when Jake Odum hit two free throws with 0.3 seconds remaining. Indiana State is 6-1 ATS in its last seven road games.
Kentucky at (16) Mississippi (-1.5)
Mississippi will put the SEC’s longest current winning streak on the line when the Rebels host Kentucky. Ole Miss is 6-0 in conference play for the first time in school history with nine straight wins overall. The Rebels enter the week as the nation’s fifth-highest scoring team (80.3) but are a combined 23-for-50 from the free-throw line in the last two games. Kentucky has a pair of 6-10 forwards in Kyle Wiltjer and Nerlens Noel, but will likely be without 7-foot freshman Willie Cauley-Stein, who missed the last three games with a knee injury. Noel has been playing especially well lately, earning SEC Freshman of the Week honors the last two weeks. The Wildcats are 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall.
Nebraska at (24) Minnesota (-20)
After a 15-1 start made the Golden Gophers a trendy pick to contend for the Big Ten title, a four-game losing streak has put Minnesota below .500 in the conference. Coach Tubby Smith was thought to have assembled one of the conference's premier offenses, but consecutive 48- and 44-point performances make that seem like a distant era. The Cornhuskers have won two of their last three Big Ten contests. But playing ranked opponents on the road has been unkind to Nebraska as its lost to Ohio State, Michigan and Michigan State away from home - all by double digits. Nebraska is 4-1 ATS in its last five games versus a team with a winning record.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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College Basketball Rankings
Current Last Week School Betting Notes (SU Record, ATS Record)
1 1 Michigan (19-1 SU, 12-6 ATS): In a season where everyone has tasted defeat, the Wolverines enter February having come closest to remaining perfect. This will mark the second week in a row as No. 1 on the VI list, so it's nice that the AP caught up. The Coaches/SIDs poll still needs to get with the program.
2 2 Indiana (18-2 SU, 9-9 ATS): It's strange that Tom Crean continues to utilize top free-throw shooter Christian Watford as his inbounds passer in situations where his team is sure to be fouled. He rarely gets the ball back, taking an 82 percent shooter out of the mix in situations where you're trying to put the game away.
3 4 Kansas (19-1 SU, 9-10 ATS): If Thomas Robinson had returned for his senior season, this would be the elite team in college basketball. Because he did, there's a hole that Kevin Young, Perry Ellis and Jamari Traylor can't realistically fill, leaving the Jayhawks vulnerable.
4 8 Florida (16-2 SU, 11-4 ATS): Things aren't going to be this easy in the SEC all season, but those who have the Gators running the table may wind up being proven right. The only game where there is even a chance Billy Donovan's team won't be favored is the regular season finale -- at Kentucky.
5 10 Oregon (18-2 SU, 9-9 ATS): The Ducks have struggled mightily to close out games, a reminder that they're still fairly inexperienced. It's on Dana Altman to cultivate lineups who won't surrender massive leads due to late-game turnovers or poor free-throw shooting. It hasn't cost them yet, but it will if not improved.
6 5 Arizona (17-2 SU, 9-8 ATS): After not playing for all of January, freshman guard Gabe York came off the bench to help stretch the floor in the blowout of Southern Cal and is expected to see more minutes, according to head coach Sean Miller. He was a highly decorated prep shooter who could become an x-factor if he's going to get consistent minutes.
7 6 Syracuse (18-2 SU, 10-6 ATS): Physical center DaJuan Coleman joins gifted forward James Southerland as rotation regulars who won't play for the majority of the Big East season. The goal for February is to remain among the Big East's double-bye group in the hopes they'll be whole come March.
8 7 Louisville (14-2 SU, 9-4 ATS): Chane Behanan and Georgui Dieng both hit clutch free-throws down the stretch to hold off Pitt. Quite frankly, it was shocking, since the struggles of both bigs when getting to the line could be a major Achilles heel unless what they did against the Panthers becomes a habit.
9 14 Miami, FL (15-3 SU, 12-3 ATS): As impressive as squashing FSU after dismantling Duke was, you should expect a special Hurricanes team would maintain a high level against a nemesis. Avoiding a letdown in Blacksburg against Erick Green's Hokies would go the extra mile, especially with N.C. State up just ahead.
10 3 Duke (17-2 SU, 11-8 ATS): The Blue Devils may not face another road game against a team with a winning record in ACC play until visiting Virginia on Feb. 28 and may have Ryan Kelly back by then. Showing great resolve after getting crushed in Coral Gables would be a part of the maturation progress for the guys who haven't been through the wars.
11 11 Butler (17-3 SU, 13-5 ATS): Rotnei Clarke returned from that horrific-looking neck injury looking like he'd never left, knocking down 3-pointers and closing out Temple at the free-throw line. There won't be another shot at LaSalle unless their paths cross in the A-10 Tournament at Barclays, but his absence does place an asterisk on that 54-53 road loss.
12 12 Gonzaga (17-2 SU, 9-7 ATS): The Zags still have to go to Saint Mary's and BYU in West Coast Conference play, so we'll get another chance to see how they handle a road atmosphere against teams who actually have a chance to beat them. They can actually draw confidence from the near-miss at Butler by the time those games roll around, since wounds from the setback won't be as fresh.
13 19 San Diego State (16-4 SU, 9-6 ATS): Putting the clamps on New Mexico offered hard proof the Aztecs can reach their potential, but they've got to go on a run from here on out to start making a run a top-four seed. The potential is there, but outside of a neutral-site win over UNLV, their resume is dotted most by quality losses.
14 9 New Mexico (17-3 SU, 10-8 ATS): The Lobos close the regular season with five of eight on the road, which doesn't bode well for their chances of finishing strong if the offense falls apart the way it has at St. Louis and San Diego State, where they've lost by a combined score of 115-80.
15 20 Ohio State (16-4 SU, 11-6 ATS): Deshaun Thomas is going to need to be the type of lights-out scorer he was against Wisconsin if the Buckeyes are going to seriously contend for the Big Ten title, but still needs a consistent No. 2 scorer to emerge behind him. At this point, Thad Matta still can't be sure where the team's offense is going to come from.
16 21 UNLV (17-4 SU, 8-12 ATS): Mike Moser has been back a few weeks, but doesn't look like himself at all. He's got a month to get back into shape and regain his confidence or Mike Rice will have no choice but to go with someone else given the terrific depth the Rebels field.
17 23 Memphis (17-2 SU, 9-6 ATS): The deepest team in C-USA is certain to compile a gaudy record, but the road is going to get tougher, literally. Starting with the Jan. 30 visit to ECU, the Tigers close with seven of 12 away from FedEx Forum, which includes a non-conference game at Xavier on Feb. 26.
18 15 Michigan State (17-4 SU, 7-10 ATS): How is it that we're not talking about the Spartans underachieving and playing their way on the wrong side of the bubble like we normally are this time of year? They're 5-0 in games decided by three points or less.
19 13 Kansas State (15-4 SU, 6-8 ATS): It's maddening watching how soft the Wildcats' bigs can be while finishing around the basket, rarely collecting themselves to go up strong and finish. Had that segment executed against Kansas and Iowa State, K-State might still be perfect in Big 12 play. Where's Frank Martin when you need him?
20 NR Marquette (15-4 SU, 7-11 ATS): After providing flashes of greatness here and there thus far in his career, Vander Blue is reminding people why some compared him to Dwyane Wade upon signing. That is indeed a stretch, but he shot nearly 47 percent from the field and averaged over 17 points, punctuated by a 30-point outburst against South Florida.
21 18 Creighton (18-3 SU, 13-5 ATS): Jahenns Manigat went 0-for-8 in the losses at Wichita State and Drake, missing all five of his 3-point looks. Rebounding by going 4-for-4 at Southern Illinois, with all his makes from beyond the arc, bodes well for his confidence going forward. He's a glue guy the Bluejays need on the floor, but his value diminishes if he's not knocking down shots.
22 16 Minnesota (16-5 SU, 13-6 ATS): Trevor Mbakwe needs to play with the desperation you would expect a sixth-year guy who lost a season to a torn ACL would in their final college run. Being a beast in the paint makes the difference between good and great for the Gophers.
23 NR Georgetown (14-4 SU, 7-7 ATS): Otto Porter has picked his game up since Greg Whittington was declared academically ineligible, which is yet another reason he should be a frontrunner for Big East Player of the Year alongside standouts on higher-ranked teams.
24 17 Wichita State (19-3 SU, 10-8-1 ATS): Nick Wiggins had hit eight of his last 11 3-pointers entering the home loss to Indiana State and was shooting 51 percent from beyond the arc. What, he still is? Somehow, the Shockers failed to free him up for a single look from 3-point range in a 68-55 loss where they completely bent to the Sycamores' will. Not getting your top sniper any shots in a game where you're starved for offense falls on the coaching staff.
25 NR LaSalle (15-4 SU, 9-8 ATS): Victories over Butler and at VCU set the Explorers up to compete for the A-10 title and cement themselves as a lock for the NCAA Tournament. It will all hinge on howe well they navigate a schedule that doesn't include a rematch against either of the league's two heavyweights, giving them a potential tie-breaker.
Conference Breakdown:
Big 10 (5), Big East (4), MWC (3), Pac-12 (2), ACC (2), Big 12 (2), MVC (2), A-10 (2), SEC (1), CUSA (1), WCC (1)
On the Radar: UCLA, N.C. State, Virginia, Baylor, Villanova, Kentucky, Ole Miss, Cincinnati, VCU, Missouri, Notre Dame, Indiana State, Wyoming, St. Mary's, Southern Miss, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Colorado State, Pittsburgh, Illinois, Alabama, Colorado, Connnecticut, St. Louis, Iowa State.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Thursday's Tips
January 31, 2013
**Butler at Saint Louis**
--Most books opened Saint Louis (14-5 SU, 8-9 ATS) as a two-point favorite with a total of 122 ½. As of early this morning, SLU was favored by 2.5 and the total was up to 123. Gamblers can take the Bulldogs to win outright for a plus-125 payout (risk $100 to win $125).
--Butler (17-3 straight up, 13-5 against the spread) has won 14 of its last 15 games and has taken the cash six consecutive times out. The Bulldogs are off Saturday’s 83-71 win over Temple as six-point home favorites. After missing three straight games, Rotnei Clarke returned to the lineup and produced 24 points and nine assists. Khyle Marshall and Kellen Dunham added 19 and 17 points, respectively.
--Saint Louis has won 11 of its 13 home games, going 5-6 ATS. The Billikens have been single-digit home favorites twice, winning and covering easily both times in double-digit wins over New Mexico and Valpo.
--Saint Louis returns home in this spot after back-to-back wins on the road. The Billikens won a 67-57 decision Saturday at St. Bonaventure, hooking up their backers as three-point road ‘chalk.’ Dwayne Evans led the way with 18 points and eight rebounds.
--Brad Stevens’s team is led by Clarke, a transfer from Arkansas. Clarke is averaging a team-high 16.4 points per game while knocking down 43.4 percent of his attempts from 3-point land.
--When Butler needs to ice a lead at crunch time, it has two of the nation’s top free-throw shooters. Clarke makes 86.4 percent of his attempts from the charity stripe, while Dunham, a freshman who averages 11.2 PPG, is shooting at a 91.2 percent clip from the free-throw line.
--Butler has been an underdog eight times this season, going 7-1 ATS with six outright victories.
--The ‘under’ is 6-3 overall for Saint Louis, 3-1 in its home games with a total.
--The ‘over’ is 9-5 overall for Butler, but the ‘under’ is 3-1 its last four games.
--Tip-off is slated for 9:00 p.m. Eastern on the CBS Sports Network (613 on DirecTV).
**Arizona at Washington**
--As of early this morning, most spots were listing Arizona (17-2 SU, 9-8 ATS) as a five-point ‘chalk’ with a total of 139 ½. Bettors can take the Huskies on the money line for a plus-205 return (risk $100 to win $205).
--Arizona is tied with Arizona St. for third place in the Pac-12, two games back of conference-leading Oregon. The Wildcats have lost at Oregon and vs. UCLA in league play. They bounced back from last Thursday’s home loss to the Bruins by destroying USC on Saturday, 74-50, as 14-point home ‘chalk.’
--Washington (12-8 SU, 10-8 ATS) is in serious danger of missing the NCAA Tournament for a second straight season. The Huskies, with their RPI of 70, can give their resume a big boost if they can upset Arizona (#4 in RPI) tonight. They are 1-4 against RPI Top 50 teams but do have four quality wins over teams ranked 50-100 in the RPI (vs. Seton Hall, vs. Saint Louis, at California and at Stanford).
--Lorenzo Romar’s squad has lost three in a row but had won four straight prior to this three-game slide. The Huskies are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games. They have won seven of 11 home games this year, posting a 4-5 spread record. They have not been home underdogs this year until tonight.
--UW is led by junior guard C.J. Wilcox, who is averaging a team-high 19.0 points and 4.6 rebounds per game. Wilcox is an excellent perimeter shooter, making 41.9 percent of his attempts from 3-point land.
--Arizona has been a road favorite five times this year, compiling a 3-2 spread record. The Wildcats are fourth in the RPI thanks to five Top 38 scalps over the likes of Florida, So. Miss, Miami, Colorado and San Diego St.
--The ‘under’ is 10-3-1 overall for Arizona, 4-1 in its five true road assignments.
--The ‘under’ is 5-4 overall for UW, 1-1 in its two home games with a total.
--ESPN will have the telecast at 9:00 p.m. Eastern.
**B.E.’s Bonus Nuggets**
--Florida has covered the spread in eight consecutive games after blasting South Carolina by a 75-36 count as a 23 ½-point home favorite last night at The O-Dome in Gainesville. The Gators have won nine in a row and are 7-0 in SEC play with each victory coming by 17 points or more. Kenny Boynton and Mike Rosario scored 15 points apiece for UF, which raced out to a 33-10 halftime lead over the Gamecocks. Billy Donovan’s team will host Ole Miss on Saturday. The Rebels are one game back of UF in the SEC standings with their first league loss coming Tuesday vs. Kentucky.
--USC poked a big hole in UCLA’s resume last night, beating its arch rival 75-71 in overtime as a 10-point road underdog. Aaron Fuller and Jio Fontan paced the Trojans with 15 points apiece.
--Iowa is a 14 ½-point home favorite over Penn St. tonight. ESPNU will have television coverage at 8:00 p.m. Eastern.
--Alabama and Arkansas both own 12-7 records and will meet tonight at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa. Most spots have the Tide favored by six. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. Eastern on ESPN2.
--In the late game on ESPN2 at 11:00 p.m. Eastern, Gonzaga will take on Loyola-Marymount as a 16 ½-point road favorite. The Lions have lost four in a row both SU and ATS and own an abysmal 1-6 straight-up record in WCC play. They have been home underdogs twice, however, going 2-0 ATS with an outright win over Santa Clara and a 73-70 loss to Ole Miss as 10-point home ‘dogs.
--Gonzaga has won five in a row over LMU, going 4-1 ATS. The ‘under’ has cashed in six straight head-to-head meetings between these WCC rivals.
--Gonzaga owns a 5-5-1 spread record in 11 spots as a double-digit ‘chalk’ this year.
--Western Kentucky will most likely be without one of its best players tonight vs. Troy. Jamal Crook, who averages 14.5 PPG, is 'doubtful' against the Trojans due to a foot injury. The Hilltoppers are 11-point home favorites.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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NCAAB
Armadillo's Write-Up
Thursday, January 31
-- Home side won 10 of last 13 Drexel-George Mason games; Dragons lost last four visits here, by 19-47-1-24 points. Drexel won three of its last four games, is 3-1 on CAA road, with only loss at JMU by 8. CAA home favorites of 6 or less points are 8-11 vs spread. Mason won last three home games, by 25-11-11 points; they're 2-2 as CAA home faves. Patriots are forcing turnovers 23.1% of time, #50 in country.
-- Providence won five of last seven games vs UConn; Huskies lost last three visits here, by 2-15-9 points. Friars are 2-6 in league, 1-3 at home, with home losses by 10-6-4 points. UConn covered four of its last five games; they're 1-2 on Big East road, winning by 7 at Notre Dame, with losses at Marquette by 6 in OT, Pitt by 8. Big East home teams are 1-16 vs spread in games where number is 5 or less points.
-- Home side won nine of last 11 Illinois-Michigan State games; Illini are 0-5 in last five visits here, losing by 6-10-6-10-4 points. Spartans won six of last seven games, are 2-1 as Big Dozen home favorite, with home wins by 24-10-3 points. Illini lost four of last five games; they're 1-3 as dog in league play, with last four losses all by 14+ points. Big Dozen home favorites of 10 or less points are 6-8 vs spread.
-- Middle Tennessee (-16) beat FIU 69-52 at home Dec 29, its fifth win in row over Panthers; Middle had 15 offensive boards in sloppy game- FIU had 23 turnovers, MT 25. Blue Raiders won last four visits here, by 5-3-9-11 points. Young Pitino has FIU 4-1 at home in Sun Belt, losing to USA by 11; seven of their last eight games were decided by 6 points or less. Sun Belt home underdogs are 14-4 against the spread.
-- Butler won 14 of its last 15 games, with only loss by point at LaSalle; they're 5-0 vs spread in A-16, 2-0 as underdog, 2-1 SU on road, winning at St Joe's/Dayton. Saint Louis is 3-2 in conference, 0-2 as home faves, losing in OT to URI, beating UMass by 8. A-16 home favorites of 6 or less points are 13-4 vs spread. Butler is 4-2 SU on road, with three of four wins vs top 100 teams- they've faced the #28 schedule.
-- Home teams won nine of last ten Arkansas-Alabama games; Hogs lost last five visits to Alabama, by 3-21-5-13-6 points. Arkansas is 0-3 on SEC road, losing by 18-12-21 points; home side covered five of their six league games. Crimson Tide's last three games were decided by total of 6 points; they're 3-0 at home in SEC, with three wins by total of 8 points. SEC home favorites of less than 9 points are 6-12 vs spread.
-- Arizona is 5-2 in Pac-12, with four wins by 9+ points, but they're 2-5 vs spread; they're 2-1 on Pac-12 road, losing at Oregon, winning by 10-17 at OSU/Wazzu. Washington lost last three games, by 9-8-5 points; they're 7-3 in last ten games vs Arizona, winning last three by 2-2-9 points; Wildcats lost last five visits here, by 9-5-6-17-9 points. Pac-12 home underdogs are 7-3 against the spread.
-- Home side won six of last seven Oregon State-Cal games; Beavers lost last three visits here, by 4-28-14 points. OSU is 1-6 in Pac-12, losing on road by 1-10 points at LA schools (2-0 as road dog). Underdogs are 5-1 vs spread in last six games. Cal split its two Pac-12 home games, beating Wazzu by 13. This is the first home game in 19 days for Golden Bears. Pac-12 home favorites of 7 or less points are 9-15 vs spread.
-- BYU is 3-0 vs Pepperdine in WCC play, winning by 13-38-25 points, winning 77-64 in visit here LY; Cougars are 3-1 on WCC road, winning by 4-18-18 points. Five of six WCC wins this year are by 17+ points. WCC home underdogs are 3-9 against the spread. Waves lost four of last five games; they're 1-3 at home in WCC, losing at home by 16-12-7 points. Pepperdine is 3-1-1 vs spread as a WCC underdog this season.
-- Gonzaga is 6-0 in WCC, winning road games by 16-7-22 points; they are 2-0-1 as road favorite, won 10 of its last 11 games vs LMU, winning four of last five visits here, with wins by 23-33-10-4 points. LMU lost its last four games, all by 9 or less points; they're were held to 53-57 in last two games, lost last two home games by 4-3 points. WCC double digit favorites are 6-4 against spread, 3-0 on road.
-- Home team won last four Arizona State-Wazzu games; Sun Devils are 0-2 in last two visits here, losing by 17-22 points, but this ASU team is better at 5-2 in league, splitting its two road games on Oregon trip (lost by 3 at Oregon). Coogs are 2-5 in Pac-12, 1-2 at home, with only win at home over Utah by 10- they're 0-5 in league scoring less than 71 points. Pac-12 home favorites of 5 or less points are 4-12 vs spread.
-- Iona (-8.5) beat Niagara 83-72 at home Nov 28, making 12-26 outside arc in game where Niagara shot 52% inside it. Gaels won last five series games, with four wins by 11+ points. Eagles lost last four visits here, by 17-24-12-11 points. Niagara is 4-0 in MAAC home games, winning by 22-4-23-4 points; they've won six in row overall, Iona won eight of last nine. MAAC home teams are 7-12 vs spread if number is 5 or less.
-- Belmont (-9) rallied from 14 down in 2nd half to win at Morehead St last Thursday, 64-63; Bruins forced 20 turnovers, shot 64% inside arc, but were 11-21 at line. Belmont won its first eight OVC games, is 2-2 as home favorite, winning by 35-37-7-12 points. Morehead covered its last four games; they're 5-3 in OVC, losing league games by 3-1-7 points. OVC double digit home favorites are 5-10 vs spread.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Thursday, January 31
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Study group: Thursday’s Top 25 NCB betting notes
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Illinois at (9) Michigan State (-10.5)
Michigan State attempts to bounce back from a loss to Indiana and keep its perfect home record intact when the Spartans host sinking Illinois. Michigan State had won six straight games before the loss at Indiana and is one of four Big Ten teams with two or fewer conference losses. The Spartans are 11-0 at home as they entertain the Fighting Illini, who are just 3-6 after a 12-0 start. The Spartans have won five consecutive matchups at home, holding the Illini to an average of 55.0 points on 36.3 percent shooting. Illinois is 3-12 ATS in its last 15 road games.
(10) Butler at Saint Louis (-2)
Butler got a boost last week when leading scorer Rotnei Clarke returned to the starting lineup after missing three games with a sprained neck. He picked up where he left off Saturday against Temple, scoring 24 points and distributing a career-high nine assists in the 83-71 win. St. Louis ranks 16th in the nation in scoring defense, allowing just over 57 points a game. The Bulldogs are 6-0 ATS in their last six games overall and on the road.
(8) Arizona at Washington (+6.5)
Arizona, which has lost five consecutive games on Washington’s home floor, tries to end that skid when it visits the Huskies. The Wildcats have lost two of their past five after a 14-0 start and hope last Saturday’s 74-50 trouncing of USC is the start of another long streak. The Huskies have lost three straight following a 4-0 start in conference play. But Washington hasn’t lost four consecutive games since the 2007-08 campaign. The Wildcats are 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings.
(7) Gonzaga at Loyola Marymount (+15.5)
Gonzaga is in its customary first-place spot in the West Coast Conference and seeks to remain unbeaten in league games when it visits Loyola Marymount on Thursday. The Bulldogs have won 10 of their last 11, the only blemish a last-second loss to Butler on Jan. 19. That also was Gonzaga’s lone road loss in six outings this season. Loyola Marymount has lost four consecutive games and last played Jan. 24 when it suffered a 60-57 home loss against Pepperdine. The Lions are tied for last in the nine-team league with Portland. Loyola Marymount is 0-4 ATS in its last four games.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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