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Games to Watch
December 17, 2012
As the men's college basketball season closes-out the final two weeks of non-conference play there will be a major shake-up of the AP's and Coaches top five after No. 1 Indiana and No. 5 Florida lost for the first time this past Saturday. That leaves Duke, Michigan, Syracuse and Arizona as a few of the major unbeaten teams in the nation. All the top college basketball teams continue to jockey for position heading into the New Year in preparation for conference play which will really begin to heat things up.
The following is a brief look at the top matchups for each day this week along with a few facts and figures to help handicap the games.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 - Richmond vs. No. 9 Kansas
The Spiders are off to a strong 9-2 SU start but they are just 2-6 ATS. They ran their current winning streak to five games with a 76-57 rout of Stetson last Saturday in a game with no posted line. Richmond has had little problem putting the ball in the hoop this season with an average of 73.5 points a game but it has struggled under the boards with just 31.8 rebounds.
Kansas should continue to move up in the polls after pasting Belmont this past Saturday 89-60 as a 12-point home favorite. It was the Jayhawks seventh-straight win and they are now 8-1 SU and 4-5 ATS. The total has gone OVER in four of six games with a posted line. Ben McLemore, Jeff Withey and Travis Releford are all averaging better than 13 points while combining for 16.6 rebounds a game.
Wednesday, Dec. 19 - Cornell vs. No. 2 Duke
The Big Red out of the Ivy League kick-offs a busy week with a Monday matchup against Vanderbilt on the road before facing the Blue Devils on Wednesday in Durham. They are 4-5 SU on the year and 3-4 ATS. Cornell is averaging just 64.9 points a game while shooting just over 40 percent from the field.
Duke should move up to the top spot in the nation at 9-0 SU as a result of the Hoosiers loss on Saturday. The Blue Devils remained perfect on the year after beating Temple 90-67 on Dec. 8. They covered as 7 ½-point favorites to go 6-3 ATS. Mason Plumlee and Seth Curry have combined for 35.5 points a game to help pace Duke to an average of 80 points a game.
Thursday, Dec. 20 - Eastern Michigan vs. No. 3 Michigan
Eastern Michigan has lost two of its last three games to fall to 6-3 SU on the season. The latest setback was a 74-48 loss to Illinois-Chicago this past Saturday as a nine-point road underdog. The Eagles are now 3-3 ATS. They rank near the bottom of Division I in both scoring (57.2 points) and team shooting (38.7 percent).
Michigan is another team that should move up in the polls after running over West Virginia 81-66 on Saturday as a 10.5-point favorite. The Wolverines improved to 11-0 SU and 6-3 ATS. The total has gone OVER in six of the nine games with a posted line. With basketball pedigree such as Tim Hardaway Jr. and Glen Robinson III on the roster, Michigan is averaging 78.2 points a game while shooting an impressive 51.1 percent from the field.
Friday, Dec. 21 - Florida Atlantic vs. No. 1 Indiana
The Owls will host Stetson on Wednesday before going on the road to Indiana this Friday. Playing out of the Sun Belt, they are an even 5-5 SU (1-4 ATS) this season overall and 1-1 SU in conference play. Florida Atlantic has really struggled shooting the ball this season with a 38.8 shooting percentage that is ranked 314th in the nation.
Indiana will look to bounce back after Saturday's shocking 88-86 overtime loss to Butler as a 10.5-point favorite. It will play Mount St. Mary's at home on Wednesday before hosting the Owls on Friday night. The loss dropped the Hoosiers to 9-1 SU and 6-2 ATS. The total has gone OVER in three of their last four games. Cody Zeller continues to lead the team in both scoring (15.7 points) and rebounds (8.5) a game.
Saturday, Dec. 22 - No. 10 Illinois vs. No. 12 Missouri
Illinois moved to a perfect 12-0 SU with a 66-53 victory over Eastern Kentucky this past Sunday but could not cover as a 14 ½ -point home favorite. It is now 4-4 ATS and the total has gone OVER in four of six games with posted lines. The Fighting Illini are averaging 76.9 points behind Brandon Paul's 18.8 points a game.
Missouri will host South Carolina State this Monday before welcoming Illinois to the Scottrade Center on Saturday night. The Tigers improved to 8-1 SU and 3-4 ATS with a 68-38 romp over Tennessee State on Dec. 8 as 14 ½-point home favorites. They are averaging 75.1 points and ranked second in the nation in rebounds with 45.9 a game.
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GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Under the Radar
December 17, 2012
If you're been following along, you know my affinity for the little guys. And I am not even just talking the mid-majors, but even the lower depths of Division I college hoops. The teams no one pays much mind. It is sad, too, as they play just as good a brand of basketball as the big guys. This past weekend I took my two sons to check out last season's Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference champion Norfolk State, as they took on big fish N.C. State. While the Spartans never really had much of a chance heading into the second half, it was cool seeing a team in person which made so much history in the NCAA Tournament last season. Remember, they're one of just a handful of 15-seeds to upend a 2-seed in the big dance.
A few of the teams we've mentioned here have done pretty well lately. Appalachian State (2-7 SU, 6-0 ATS) won outright for just the second time this season Sunday at Missouri-Kansas City. More importantly, they covered a big number, and are now a whopping 6-0 ATS. Remember the Mountaineers when they head down to Columbia to battle South Carolina in their next game. Illinois-Chicago (9-1 SU, 8-1 ATS) also kept it rolling with a blowout win over visiting Eastern Michigan, keeping their impressive streak of making money alive. Lastly, the Summit League's IUPUI Jaguars (4-9 SU, 0-9 ATS) were drilled over the weekend by visiting Indiana State, and have now failed to cover in 10 straight games dating back to last season.
Creighton (10-1 SU, 8-1 ATS): The Blue Jays are certainly not a surprise, as far as their ranking and success in the Missouri Valley Conference. They have won 10 of their first 11 games outright. What might come as a surprise is their success against the spread, as they have covered eight of their nine games this season, including each of their past four overall. The only time Creighton failed to cover was a shocking 13-point loss in Omaha against visiting Boise State (7-2 SU, 5-3 ATS), which is no embarrassment considering how well the Broncos have been playing. The 13th-ranked Blue Jays have only one game in the upcoming scoring period, but they'll be heavily favored and are worth a look at home in a game they should win handily.
This week: Tulsa, Wednesday
Drexel (3-7 SU, 1-8 ATS): The Dragons have endeared themselves to bettors over the past couple of years by serving as that underrated, sleeper team. However, this season they have simply been asleep, failing to cover in eight of their nine games against the number. If you need good news, the over has come through in each of their two games which have had a total. The Dragons have been a bad team, not even coming close in three of their past four games. They did win outright Dec. 8 at Princeton, covering a six-point number. But that performance is an anomaly, and the Tigers do not play particularly well when playing from behind anyway. This week, Drexel will face a very difficult test at home, and one they are not likely to come close to passing.
This week: Davidson, Saturday
Marshall (6-5 SU, 0-7-1 ATS): While the Thundering Herd has been a fairly competitive bunch this season, when it comes to covering, they are a complete disaster. Straight up at home, the Herd is 5-0, making Huntington a difficult place to come in and play. However, visitors have kept it close, going 2-0-1 ATS. For whatever reason, the lines have been pumped up at home for the Herd, and Marshall hasn't even come close to cover in the past two home games. This week they have a home game against Savannah State, and the Herd should be heavily favored. Then, the Herd hits the road for a game at Rupp Arena in Lexington. That one could turn very ugly.
This week: Savannah State, Wednesday; at Kentucky, Saturday
Massachusetts (5-3 SU, 1-7 ATS): Like Marshall above, the Minutemen are not a horrible team, they just never cover. This past weekend we made some money picking against UMass, as visiting Elon (6-4 SU, 4-2 ATS) took their to overtime and nearly won outright. (The Elon team has been a good play, too, by the way. Remember them.) Anyway, UMass will take on an Ohio University (7-3 SU, 5-2 ATS) that had success in last season's NCAA Tournament, and has carried that momentum into the early portion of this season. However, playing on the road in Amherst, you might be able to get a very good number. Ohio is covering, UMass is not. Remember that. The Minutemen are 0-3 ATS at home so far.
This week: Ohio, Wednesday; East Carolina, Saturday
St. Peter's (4-5 SU, 4-0-1 ATS): Anyone who has followed me knows that I enjoy betting the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) rather frequently. Canisius (6-2 SU, 4-1 ATS), Niagara (5-6 SU, 2-5 ATS) and Siena (2-9 SU, 1-6 ATS) are teams to play particularly close mind to. Add in the Peacocks of St. Peter's, too. A few years ago they were betting gold, going 15-6-1 ATS back during the 2008-09 season despite an 11-19 SU record. Sometimes, a team doesn't necessarily have to be 'good' overall to be a 'good' bet. For whatever reason, St. Peter's just doesn't get respect from Vegas. In 2010-11, St. Peter's was 20-14 SU, and a whopping 20-8 ATS. Last season, it went the other way, as they were 5-26 overall, and 9-17 ATS. Anyway, what I am saying is there has been money to be made off the Peacocks over the years. This season, and this week, is no different.
This week: LIU-Brooklyn, Wednesday; Loyola-Chicago, Saturday
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Long Sheet
Tuesday, December 18
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BALL ST (5 - 4) at PURDUE (4 - 6) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BALL ST is 24-42 ATS (-22.2 Units) in December games since 1997.
PURDUE is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) as a home favorite of 12.5 or more points over the last 3 seasons.
PURDUE is 21-10 ATS (+10.0 Units) in all home games over the last 3 seasons.
PURDUE is 21-10 ATS (+10.0 Units) in home lined games over the last 3 seasons.
PURDUE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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MICHIGAN ST (9 - 2) at BOWLING GREEN (5 - 4) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOWLING GREEN is 37-21 ATS (+13.9 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
BOWLING GREEN is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
BOWLING GREEN is 1-1 against the spread versus MICHIGAN ST over the last 3 seasons
MICHIGAN ST is 2-0 straight up against BOWLING GREEN over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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SOUTHERN MISS (7 - 3) at GEORGIA ST (5 - 5) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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YOUNGSTOWN ST (6 - 4) at S FLORIDA (5 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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RICHMOND (9 - 2) at KANSAS (8 - 1) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
KANSAS is 1-0 against the spread versus RICHMOND over the last 3 seasons
KANSAS is 1-0 straight up against RICHMOND over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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MIAMI (6 - 1) at UCF (6 - 2) - 12/18/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 74-51 ATS (+17.9 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 since 1997.
MIAMI is 91-63 ATS (+21.7 Units) in road games since 1997.
MIAMI is 91-63 ATS (+21.7 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
MIAMI is 20-8 ATS (+11.2 Units) in a road game where the total is 135 to 139.5 since 1997.
MIAMI is 41-24 ATS (+14.6 Units) in December games since 1997.
MIAMI is 99-71 ATS (+20.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
UCF is 1-0 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
UCF is 1-0 straight up against MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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W KENTUCKY (8 - 3) at VA COMMONWEALTH (7 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W KENTUCKY is 4-16 ATS (-13.6 Units) in a road game where the total is 135 to 139.5 since 1997.
VA COMMONWEALTH is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
W KENTUCKY is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
Head-to-Head Series History
VA COMMONWEALTH is 1-1 against the spread versus W KENTUCKY over the last 3 seasons
VA COMMONWEALTH is 2-0 straight up against W KENTUCKY over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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STANFORD (7 - 3) at NC STATE (7 - 2) - 12/18/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
STANFORD is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
STANFORD is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in home games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
NC STATE is 1-0 against the spread versus STANFORD over the last 3 seasons
STANFORD is 1-0 straight up against NC STATE over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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SMU (8 - 2) at UTAH (6 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 51-29 ATS (+19.1 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
UTAH is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) revenging a road loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.
SMU is 96-69 ATS (+20.1 Units) in road games since 1997.
SMU is 96-69 ATS (+20.1 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
UTAH is 0-0 against the spread versus SMU over the last 3 seasons
SMU is 1-0 straight up against UTAH over the last 3 seasons
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DENVER (3 - 5) at WYOMING (10 - 0) - 12/18/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 6-17 ATS (-12.7 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
WYOMING is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
WYOMING is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in all home games over the last 3 seasons.
WYOMING is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in home lined games over the last 3 seasons.
WYOMING is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
WYOMING is 1-1 against the spread versus DENVER over the last 3 seasons
WYOMING is 1-1 straight up against DENVER over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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LSU (6 - 1) at UC-IRVINE (5 - 6) - 12/18/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UC-IRVINE is 43-23 ATS (+17.7 Units) in December games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
UC-IRVINE is 1-0 against the spread versus LSU over the last 3 seasons
LSU is 1-0 straight up against UC-IRVINE over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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LONG BEACH ST (4 - 6) at UCLA (7 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 11:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
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UC-SANTA BARBARA (4 - 5) at CALIFORNIA (6 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 11:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CALIFORNIA is 25-12 ATS (+11.8 Units) after failing to cover the spread in 3 or more consecutive games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
CALIFORNIA is 1-0 against the spread versus UC-SANTA BARBARA over the last 3 seasons
CALIFORNIA is 1-0 straight up against UC-SANTA BARBARA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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FURMAN (3 - 6) at WAKE FOREST (4 - 5) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FURMAN is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
FURMAN is 21-7 ATS (+13.3 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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OLD DOMINION (1 - 9) at COLL OF CHARLESTON (5 - 4) - 12/18/2012, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OLD DOMINION is 100-139 ATS (-52.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
COLL OF CHARLESTON is 64-39 ATS (+21.1 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
COLL OF CHARLESTON is 62-35 ATS (+23.5 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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IL-CHICAGO (9 - 1) at W ILLINOIS (7 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W ILLINOIS is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
IL-CHICAGO is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all games this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 99-70 ATS (+22.0 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 65-37 ATS (+24.3 Units) in December games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in non-conference games this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) after allowing 60 points or less this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game this season.
Head-to-Head Series History
W ILLINOIS is 0-0 against the spread versus IL-CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
IL-CHICAGO is 1-0 straight up against W ILLINOIS over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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TENNESSEE ST (5 - 6) at MIDDLE TENN ST (7 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
MIDDLE TENN ST is 1-0 against the spread versus TENNESSEE ST over the last 3 seasons
MIDDLE TENN ST is 2-0 straight up against TENNESSEE ST over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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TENNESSEE TECH (6 - 4) at AUBURN (4 - 5) - 12/18/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TENNESSEE TECH is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) against SEC opponents since 1997.
AUBURN is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in home games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 21-7 ATS (+13.3 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 21-7 ATS (+13.3 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
AUBURN is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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JACKSONVILLE ST (8 - 2) at NEBRASKA (6 - 3) - 12/18/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 23-10 ATS (+12.0 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) as a road underdog of 6.5 to 9 points over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 20-7 ATS (+12.3 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 20-7 ATS (+12.3 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games on Tuesday nights since 1997.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
NEBRASKA is 54-78 ATS (-31.8 Units) after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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WINTHROP (4 - 4) at OHIO ST (8 - 1) - 12/18/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO ST is 248-204 ATS (+23.6 Units) in all games since 1997.
OHIO ST is 248-204 ATS (+23.6 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
OHIO ST is 169-132 ATS (+23.8 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
OHIO ST is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) as a home favorite of 12.5 or more points over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Tuesday, December 18
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NCAAB Top 4: Mid-major moneymakers
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The Creighton Bluejays were tabbed as this year’s mid-major monster and haven’t disappointed in the first two months of the season.
The small Omaha-based school out of the Missouri Valley Conference is ranked 13th in the country, sitting at 10-1 SU. More importantly to college hoops bettors, the Bluejays have posted an 8-1 ATS record in that span.
Creighton isn’t the only mid-major program making big bucks to start the schedule. Here are four other lesser-known schools proving to be solid bets in non-conference play:
Wyoming Cowboys (10-0 SU, 6-1 ATS)
The Cowboys are contending in the Mountain West Conference and are one of just seven programs with perfect records so far. Among the other unblemished schools are powerhouses like Duke, Syracuse, Michigan and Arizona. Nice company. Wyoming has been working on improving its depth during a 10-day delay during finals. The Cowboys will look to their bench more when they face Denver Tuesday.
Charlotte 49ers (10-1 SU, 6-2 ATS)
The Atlantic 10 may be considered better than a mid-major conference among NCAAB heads but the 49ers aren't counted among the A-10’s elite. Charlotte is off and running with just one loss – to Miami – and has managed to cover in six of those games. Defense has been the focus for Alan Major’s troops. The 49ers are limiting foes to 37.3 percent shooting and give up only 60.8 points per game. It’s no wonder they’re also 0-4 over/under on the year.
Illinois-Chicago Flames (9-1 SU, 8-1 ATS)
The Flames weren’t expected to contend in the Horizon League, even with Butler jumping ship. But, UIC has ample experience and a deadly back court punch in Gary Talton and Daniel Barnes, who combine to average 26 points and almost eight assists per game. The Flames already have some resume wins over Northwestern, Mercer and Iona and nearly knocked off No. 20 New Mexico. Five of UIC’s covers have come as an underdog.
North Dakota State Bison (9-3 SU, 8-2 ATS)
The Bison are tuning up for what should be an exciting race in the Summit League. North Dakota State has great offensive balance with three players averaging double figures and another putting up 9.8 points a game. Saul Phillips has tested his team early with matchups versus Indiana and Minnesota and has scheduled the majority of the opening games away from Fargo.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Armadillo's Write-Up
Tuesday, December 18
-- Michigan State beat Bowling Green last two years by 35-14 points; Spartans lost 67-59 at Miami, in its only true road game this year- they are 6-0 vs teams not in top 100, with five of six wins by 12+ points. Falcons are 4-1 at home, beating #103 Detroit by 5, best team they've played this year. MAC home underdogs are 4-6 vs spread.
-- Southern Mississippi lost its last three road games, by 8-8-10 points; they're 3-0 vs teams not in top 200, winning by 18-12-48. USM turns ball over 26% of time, not good. Georgia State is 0-2 vs top 100 teams, losing to Duke/BYU by 19-18 points. C-USA road favorites are 6-8 vs spread; CAA home underdogs are 1-3 against the spread.
-- Richmond is 9-2, 2-2 on road, losing only two games outside Virginia at Minnesota by 15, Ohio by 25, also only two games Spiders played vs teams ranked in top 180. Kansas hammered Colorado/Belmont by 29-36 points in its last two games; Jayhawks are blocking 24% of opponents' shots. Atlantic 16 double digit road underdogs are 7-4 vs spread.
-- 6-1 Miami split its two road games, losing at Florida Gulf Coast by 12, winning by 13 at UMass; Hurricanes are 2-0 vs top 100 teams, with home wins over Michigan State/Charlotte. Central Florida beat Miami 84-78 two years ago, in last series meeting; Knights lost by 14-13 points in its games vs top 50 teams. Miami better not look ahead to its Hawai'i trip - they play Warriors Saturday.
-- First true road game for 7-3 Stanford team that is 0-3 vs top 50 teams, losing by 8-8-3 points; Cardinal won its last three games, allowing 55.7 ppg, but they were all at home. NC State is 1-2 vs top 100 teams, losing to Oklahoma State/Michigan, beating UConn by 4. Pac-12 road dogs are 10-11 against the spread. ACC single digit home favorites are 8-6.
-- Utah (+7) lost 62-55 at SMU Nov 28, outscored 18-2 on the foul line. SMU got hammered by 22 at Rhode Island Saturday, in its first game in two weeks; Mustangs won their other road game at Hofstra. SMU is #5 in country, making 41.2% behind arc. Utah hasn't played in 10 days since losing to rival BYU by 3- they beat Boise by 21 for its best win.
-- Denver lost last four visits to Wyoming by 8-13-32-6 points; they're 0-3 on road, losing by 7-11-13. Pioneers are 0-4 vs top 100 teams so far this year, scoring just 55.5 ppg. First game in 10 days for Cowboys, not a good thing usually but in this case, gives them time to prepare for the Princeton offense. Wyoming is 2-0 vs top 100 teams winning by 7-14.
-- 6-1 LSU lost by 19 at Boise State last game, in its first away game of season; Tigers turn ball over 24.6% of time. Cal-Irvine lost five of its last six games, beat Nevada by 14 in its only home game vs D-I team; they lost 66-59 at LSU LY. Big West teams are 11-10 vs spread in games that have spread of 5 or less. SEC teams are 10-18 in such games.
-- Long Beach State overscheduled, as usual; they're already playing 5th game vs top 25 team, losing first four by 15-22-31-34 points. 49ers are young this year, losing six of last eight D-I games. UCLA is 6-1 vs teams not in top 100, with four of six wins by 26+ points. Big West double digit road dogs are 12-8 vs spread. Pac-12 home favorites are 23-17.
-- UCSB lost by 20 at California LY; Gauchos are 1-4 on road, winning in OT at Santa Clara, but losing by 14-28-14-16 points- they're 0-4 vs top 100 teams, with all four losses by 14+. UCSB turns ball over 24.6% of time. Cal Bears lost last three games, allowing 77 ppg- two of the Ls were at home. Pac-12 double digit home favorites are 15-11.
-- 9-1 Ill-Chicago won last eight games, including win at Northwesterm; they beat Western Illinois by point at home LY. Flames get 37% of its scoring from outside arc (36.1%)- they allowed 47.6 ppg in last five tilts vs D-I teams. Leathernecks are 7-3, with only one win vs team ranked higher than #262- they lost by 5 at #120 Evansville, best foe to date.
-- Tennessee Tech is 6-4 against #269 schedule; they're 2-3 on road, with losses by 3-16-20 points- they turn ball over 22.6% of time. Auburn is 4-5 vs #324 schedule, another dismal start; they're 3-0 vs teams not in top 200, winning by 11-50-14 points- they're 3-2 at home, losing to URI and DePaul. OVC single digit road underdogs are 8-8 against spread.
-- Jacksonville State is 8-2 vs #331 schedule in country; they lost by 19 at UNLV, 22 at Oregon in only two games vs teams ranked above #269. Nebraska is 3-0 vs teams not in top 200, winning by 16-13-11; they lost last two games by 22 points each (Creighton/Oregon). OVC road dogs are 19-18 vs spread. Big Dozen home favorites are 24-18 vs spread.
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GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Bearcats Put Unbeaten Record On Line Wednesday Vs. Xavier
Xavier Musketeers vs. Cincinnati Bearcats
College Basketball Betting Preview
Date: 12/19/2012 at 7:00 p.m. (ET)
Opening Lines: Cincinnati -8, O/U 135½
Television: ESPN2
Xavier Musketeers: US Bank Arena is the site for Wednesday's Crosstown Classic as rivals Xavier (7-2 straight-up, 4-3 against the spread) and Cincinnati collide. It's the 24th consecutive year for the schools to meet on the hardwood, and the Bearcats hold a 48-31 edge in the series. Coach Chris Mack's Musketeers have been idle since a 62-55 win over Kent State on Dec. 9, the final score falling just shy of the 8-point spread. Xavier ranks 10th in the nation, shooting just under 50 percent from the field as a team.
Cincinnati Bearcats: One of eight unbeaten teams heading into Tuesday's action, the 'Cats (10-0 SU, 4-2 ATS) are coming off a 72-56 victory as 13-point favorites vs. Marshall last Saturday. Cincinnati has yet to play a true road game this season, but the team has covered all three neutral-site contests to date (vs. Iowa State, Oregon and Marshall). Coach Mick Cronin's crew leads the nation in rebounding (46.1 per game) and ranks sixth in scoring (83.0 points per game), and the Bearcats are led by junior guard Sean Kilpatrick's 19.3 ppg.
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North Carolina Tar Heels at Texas Longhorns
College Basketball Betting Preview
Date: 12/19/2012 at 9:00 p.m. (ET)
Opening Lines: UNC -4½, O/U 139½
Television: ESPN2
UNC Tar Heels: Many expected this matchup to have already occurred at the Maui Invitational, but the Heels (8-2 SU, 4-3 ATS) and 'Horns each bowed out before reaching the finals. North Carolina has won three straight since an embarrassing blowout defeat at Indiana in the ACC-Big Ten Challenge. The Tar Heels are led by James Michael McAdoo's 15.4 ppg, with three others also putting up at least 10 points per game to contribute to the team's 84.4 ppg mark (ranked third in the country).
Texas Longhorns: Coach Rick Barnes and the Longhorns (6-4 SU, 3-5 ATS) were hoping to have Myck Kabongo back for this game, but the NCAA has yet to rule on the sophomore guard's suspension. Kabongo, who averaged 9.6 ppg as a freshman, could help an offensively-challenged Texas squad that ranks 268th in the country (scoring 63.3 ppg). The Longhorns have won three of four vs. UNC since Barnes arrived in Austin and stand 4-3 all-time in the series. North Carolina won last year's matchup at home with an 82-63 decision as 10-point chalk.
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GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Xavier, Cincinnati resume fierce rivalry Wednesday
XAVIER MUSKETEERS (7-2)
vs. CINCINNATI BEARCATS (10-0)
U.S. Bank Arena - Cincinnati, OH
Tip-off: Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. ET
Line: Cincinnati -8.5, Total: 134
One of college basketball’s most bitter rivalries resumes when No. 11 Cincinnati hosts Xavier on Wednesday night.
Xavier has won four of five SU and three of four ATS in this series including last year’s game, a 23-point Musketeers win marred by an ugly brawl. Neither team has played much of a schedule so far this year, with Xavier going 4-3 ATS while Cincinnati is 4-2 ATS.
Can the Bearcats cover in the latest edition of this rivalry? For the answer, connect to College Basketball Best Bets for all the Expert picks throughout the entire 2012-13 season. The StatFox experts have been on fire in the past five days, as Tuesday's 6-2 ATS mark brings them to a collective 27-9 ATS (75%) from Friday through Tuesday. StatFox Dave is 11-1 ATS and StatFox Scott is 7-1 ATS over this stretch. The experts now have a collective 54% ATS mark (141-120-6) in college basketball Best Bets for the season, led by StatFox Gary, who is 57.1% ATS (28-21) for the season, while Dave is at 57.0% ATS (53-40-2) on the year. StatFox Brian's 5-2 ATS run put him at 51% ATS (31-30-2) for the season, while StatFox Scott is an even 50% ATS (29-29-2).
The Bearcats have ridden offensive firepower to their perfect start. They’re averaging 83.0 PPG on 46.6% FG, and are also holding opponents to 58.9 PPG on 34.5% FG. They also have a dominating rebounding margin of +11.5 RPG. Their veteran backcourt of PG Cashmere Wright (14.9 PPG, 47.5% 3-pt FG) and SG Sean Kilpatrick (19.3 PPG) has been superb in the early going. But the two of them were effectively locked down by Xavier a year ago, combining for just 15 points on 4-for-20 FG.
Xavier has survived with some excellent shot-making so far. They’re hitting 49.9% FG and 38.9% 3-pt FG through nine games. Freshman PG Semaj Christon (15.8 PPG, 5.4 APG) has led the way. After coming off the bench in the season opener, Christon moved into the starting lineup and is averaging 17.7 PPG and 5.0 APG over seven starts. But it’s been the shooting of SG Dee Davis (11.9 PPG, 47.6% 3-pt FG), SF Justin Martin (12.4 PPG, 59.6% FG, 46.4% threes) and SG Brad Redford (7.8 PPG, 42.4% 3-pt FG) that has carried the Musketeers offensively.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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See spot, see spot bet: This week's best spot bet opportunities
Spot bets are a classic handicapping practice that has proven profitability no matter what sport you’re betting. Whether it’s a team looking past this week’s opponent, one coming off a hard-fought victory, or a rough patch of schedule, bettors can find value picking their spots.
Here’s a look at some possible spot bet opportunities this week:
Letdown spot
College basketball suffered one of its uglier on-court moments last December when the “Crosstown Shootout” between Cincinnati and Xavier turned into an all-out brawl. Multiple players on both sides were suspended and the event was moved to a neutral site for the next two years.
The Bearcats and Musketeers face each other for the first time since the melee at the U. S. Bank Arena Wednesday night and emotions will be running high. Cincinnati has lost four of the last five matchups with Xavier but come in ranked 11th in the nation.
Keep an eye on Cincy's game right after the “Crosstown Shootout”. An emotionally-exhausted Cincinnati team is 5-5 SU and 2-7 ATS after playing Xavier since 2002. Oddly enough, the only SU and ATS win during that span was last year, defeating Wright State by 20 points with only nine players dressed. The Bearcats take on the Raiders again this Saturday, just three days after the “Crosstown Shootout”.
Look-ahead spot
The traditional look-ahead spot involves a game coming up on this year’s schedule, not one that opens next year’s slate.
However, Washington and Boise State will be scouting in preparation for their 2013 season-opening opponent – each other. Saturday’s Las Vegas Bowl is a Week 1 preview for the Huskies and Broncos, who open next year’s schedule at Washington on Aug. 31.
“I think it can become one of those classic rivalries that get set up,” UW head coach Steve Sarkisian told the media. “Everybody loves a good rematch, you know? Somebody’s going to win and somebody’s going to lose this first one. Then we are going to come back nine months later to see who can win the second one.”
Schedule spot
The Utah Jazz are putting Santa miles on their sleigh this week, playing four road games in six nights before a Christmas break.
Utah is in Brooklyn Tuesday before playing in Indiana Wednesday, in Miami Saturday and wrapping up the trek in Orlando Sunday. The Jazz, one of the best home bets in the NBA, are a bunch of Scooges on the road. Utah is just 4-10 SU and 4-9-1 ATS when coming down opponents’ chimneys this season.
Add to those road troubles the pressures of planning the holidays while living out of a suitcase. Utah will get home late on Dec. 23 and have a couple days off before facing Golden State at home on Dec. 26.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Long Sheet
Wednesday, December 19
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CORNELL (4 - 6) at DUKE (9 - 0) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DUKE is 98-67 ATS (+24.3 Units) as a home favorite of 12.5 or more points since 1997.
DUKE is 159-116 ATS (+31.4 Units) after scoring 80 points or more since 1997.
DUKE is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.
CORNELL is 99-71 ATS (+20.9 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
CORNELL is 35-14 ATS (+19.6 Units) as a road underdog of 12.5 or more points since 1997.
CORNELL is 96-61 ATS (+28.9 Units) in road games since 1997.
CORNELL is 96-61 ATS (+28.9 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
CORNELL is 23-10 ATS (+12.0 Units) in December games since 1997.
CORNELL is 47-23 ATS (+21.7 Units) in road games when playing with one or less days rest since 1997.
CORNELL is 48-29 ATS (+16.1 Units) in road games in non-conference games since 1997.
CORNELL is 59-30 ATS (+26.0 Units) after scoring 60 points or less since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
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W MICHIGAN (7 - 3) at DUQUESNE (6 - 5) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DUQUESNE is 39-63 ATS (-30.3 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
W MICHIGAN is 1-0 against the spread versus DUQUESNE over the last 3 seasons
W MICHIGAN is 1-0 straight up against DUQUESNE over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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ILLINOIS ST (7 - 3) at DAYTON (8 - 2) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
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XAVIER (7 - 2) vs. CINCINNATI (10 - 0) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
XAVIER is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 2 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 155-121 ATS (+21.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
CINCINNATI is 1-1 against the spread versus XAVIER over the last 3 seasons
CINCINNATI is 1-1 straight up against XAVIER over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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FLA INTERNATIONAL (3 - 4) at LOUISVILLE (9 - 1) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 26-44 ATS (-22.4 Units) in December games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 45-71 ATS (-33.1 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 40-65 ATS (-31.5 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
LOUISVILLE is 28-17 ATS (+9.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
LOUISVILLE is 28-17 ATS (+9.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
LOUISVILLE is 1-0 against the spread versus FLA INTERNATIONAL over the last 3 seasons
LOUISVILLE is 1-0 straight up against FLA INTERNATIONAL over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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OHIO U (7 - 3) at MASSACHUSETTS (5 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO U is 8-21 ATS (-15.1 Units) as a road underdog of 3 points or less or pick since 1997.
OHIO U is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
OHIO U is 15-3 ATS (+11.7 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
MASSACHUSETTS is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in all games this season.
MASSACHUSETTS is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in all lined games this season.
MASSACHUSETTS is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
MASSACHUSETTS is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in non-conference games this season.
Head-to-Head Series History
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MIAMI OHIO (3 - 5) at WRIGHT ST (7 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI OHIO is 0-7 ATS (-7.7 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI OHIO is 9-22 ATS (-15.2 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
WRIGHT ST is 2-0 against the spread versus MIAMI OHIO over the last 3 seasons
WRIGHT ST is 2-0 straight up against MIAMI OHIO over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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OREGON (9 - 1) at UTEP (3 - 5) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OREGON is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
OREGON is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
OREGON is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games after scoring 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
UTEP is 1-0 against the spread versus OREGON over the last 3 seasons
OREGON is 1-0 straight up against UTEP over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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ALABAMA (6 - 3) at TEXAS TECH (5 - 2) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ALABAMA is 27-45 ATS (-22.5 Units) in December games since 1997.
TEXAS TECH is 8-20 ATS (-14.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS TECH is 8-20 ATS (-14.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS TECH is 7-17 ATS (-11.7 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS TECH is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS TECH is 4-16 ATS (-13.6 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS TECH is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
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MARQUETTE (7 - 2) at WI-GREEN BAY (3 - 7) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MARQUETTE is 232-188 ATS (+25.2 Units) in all games since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 232-188 ATS (+25.2 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 96-60 ATS (+30.0 Units) in road games since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 96-60 ATS (+30.0 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
WI-GREEN BAY is 1-1 against the spread versus MARQUETTE over the last 3 seasons
MARQUETTE is 2-0 straight up against WI-GREEN BAY over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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TX-ARLINGTON (5 - 2) at OKLAHOMA ST (8 - 1) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OKLAHOMA ST is 151-118 ATS (+21.2 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
OKLAHOMA ST is 39-23 ATS (+13.7 Units) in December games since 1997.
OKLAHOMA ST is 89-60 ATS (+23.0 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
OKLAHOMA ST is 90-60 ATS (+24.0 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
OKLAHOMA ST is 5-18 ATS (-14.8 Units) as a home favorite of 12.5 to 15 points since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
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TULSA (6 - 4) at CREIGHTON (10 - 1) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CREIGHTON is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all games this season.
CREIGHTON is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
CREIGHTON is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) as a favorite this season.
CREIGHTON is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
CREIGHTON is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in non-conference games this season.
CREIGHTON is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CREIGHTON is 25-10 ATS (+14.0 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
CREIGHTON is 1-0 against the spread versus TULSA over the last 3 seasons
CREIGHTON is 1-0 straight up against TULSA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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NEW MEXICO (11 - 0) at NEW MEXICO ST (5 - 5) - 12/19/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW MEXICO is 28-13 ATS (+13.7 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 28-13 ATS (+13.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 27-11 ATS (+14.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 16-5 ATS (+10.5 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
NEW MEXICO is 3-1 against the spread versus NEW MEXICO ST over the last 3 seasons
NEW MEXICO is 4-1 straight up against NEW MEXICO ST over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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N CAROLINA (8 - 2) at TEXAS (6 - 4) - 12/19/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N CAROLINA is 129-98 ATS (+21.2 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
TEXAS is 13-23 ATS (-12.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS is 13-23 ATS (-12.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
TEXAS is 1-1 against the spread versus N CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
TEXAS is 1-1 straight up against N CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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N ILLINOIS (2 - 7) at SEATTLE (3 - 5) - 12/19/2012, 10:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
SEATTLE is 1-0 against the spread versus N ILLINOIS over the last 3 seasons
SEATTLE is 1-0 straight up against N ILLINOIS over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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PACIFIC (5 - 5) at ST MARYS-CA (7 - 2) - 12/19/2012, 10:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
PACIFIC is 1-0 against the spread versus ST MARYS-CA over the last 3 seasons
PACIFIC is 1-0 straight up against ST MARYS-CA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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N IOWA (6 - 4) at UNLV (9 - 1) - 12/19/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N IOWA is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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OLE MISS (7 - 1) at LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT (5 - 4) - 12/19/2012, 11:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OLE MISS is 30-14 ATS (+14.6 Units) on Wednesday games since 1997.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 178-219 ATS (-62.9 Units) in all games since 1997.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 178-219 ATS (-62.9 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 34-53 ATS (-24.3 Units) in December games since 1997.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 70-102 ATS (-42.2 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
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Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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APPALACHIAN ST (2 - 7) at S CAROLINA (6 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 5:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
APPALACHIAN ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in all games this season.
APPALACHIAN ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
APPALACHIAN ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) as an underdog this season.
APPALACHIAN ST is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
APPALACHIAN ST is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
APPALACHIAN ST is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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CANISIUS (7 - 2) at TEMPLE (8 - 1) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CANISIUS is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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THE CITADEL (3 - 5) at ST BONAVENTURE (6 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ST BONAVENTURE is 24-14 ATS (+8.6 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
ST BONAVENTURE is 24-14 ATS (+8.6 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
ST BONAVENTURE is 17-5 ATS (+11.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
ST BONAVENTURE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
ST BONAVENTURE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
ST BONAVENTURE is 18-33 ATS (-18.3 Units) in home games on Wednesday games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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UNC-GREENSBORO (2 - 6) at UNC-WILMINGTON (4 - 6) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UNC-GREENSBORO is 40-66 ATS (-32.6 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
UNC-GREENSBORO is 35-62 ATS (-33.2 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
UNC-WILMINGTON is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in home games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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S DAKOTA ST (9 - 3) at BELMONT (7 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
S DAKOTA ST is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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E ILLINOIS (3 - 8) at SAINT LOUIS (6 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
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MOREHEAD ST (5 - 5) at S DAKOTA (4 - 7) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
S DAKOTA is 1-0 against the spread versus MOREHEAD ST over the last 3 seasons
S DAKOTA is 1-0 straight up against MOREHEAD ST over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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SAMFORD (2 - 10) at TENN-MARTIN (3 - 8) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAMFORD is 7-17 ATS (-11.7 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
TENN-MARTIN is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TENN-MARTIN is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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IOWA ST (8 - 3) at MISSOURI-KC (4 - 6) - 12/19/2012, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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MONTANA (4 - 4) at N ARIZONA (4 - 5) - 12/19/2012, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MONTANA is 9-19 ATS (-11.9 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
MONTANA is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MONTANA is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in road games after failing to cover the spread in 3 or more consecutive games since 1997.
MONTANA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 10-22 ATS (-14.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 10-22 ATS (-14.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 8-18 ATS (-11.8 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) when playing with one or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 2-13 ATS (-12.3 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
N ARIZONA is 3-1 against the spread versus MONTANA over the last 3 seasons
MONTANA is 3-1 straight up against N ARIZONA 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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MURRAY ST (8 - 1) at ARKANSAS ST (6 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MURRAY ST is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) on Wednesday games since 1997.
MURRAY ST is 60-90 ATS (-39.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
ARKANSAS ST is 0-0 against the spread versus MURRAY ST over the last 3 seasons
MURRAY ST is 1-0 straight up against ARKANSAS ST over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons
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OAKLAND (4 - 7) at W VIRGINIA (4 - 5) - 12/19/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W VIRGINIA is 20-3 ATS (+16.7 Units) as a home favorite of 9.5 to 12 points since 1997.
W VIRGINIA is 96-70 ATS (+19.0 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
W VIRGINIA is 1-0 against the spread versus OAKLAND over the last 3 seasons
W VIRGINIA is 1-0 straight up against OAKLAND over the last 3 seasons
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MONTANA ST (2 - 6) at SACRAMENTO ST (5 - 3) - 12/19/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MONTANA ST is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 3 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
SACRAMENTO ST is 3-1 against the spread versus MONTANA ST over the last 3 seasons
SACRAMENTO ST is 2-2 straight up against MONTANA ST 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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MOUNT ST MARYS (4 - 4) at INDIANA (9 - 1) - 12/19/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANA is 24-13 ATS (+9.7 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 24-13 ATS (+9.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 18-9 ATS (+8.1 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) as a home favorite of 12.5 or more points over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 15-3 ATS (+11.7 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 15-3 ATS (+11.7 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
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S CAROLINA ST (4 - 7) at IOWA (9 - 2) - 12/19/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IOWA is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
IOWA is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
IOWA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in home games in December games over the last 2 seasons.
IOWA is 72-100 ATS (-38.0 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Wednesday, December 19
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North Carolina at Texas: What bettors need to know
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Texas has already played in the Maui Invitational and lost to Georgetown and UCLA, and the schedule gets tougher this week with games against North Carolina and Michigan State.
The week begins with a visit from the 19th-ranked Tar Heels, who have won three straight since losing to Indiana by 24 on Nov. 27. North Carolina survived a scare against East Carolina on Saturday before winning 93-87, while Texas is coming off a 12-point win over Texas State. The Longhorns have struggled while waiting for sophomore point guard Myck Kabongo to be cleared by the NCAA, which is investigating his relationship with a professional agent. Texas has won four of the last five contests against the Tar Heels and holds a 4-3 series lead in the series.
TV: 9 p.m., ET, ESPN2
ABOUT NO. 19 NORTH CAROLINA (8-2, 5-3 ATS): Coach Roy Williams was not pleased after the Tar Heels allowed East Carolina to score 61 second-half points on Saturday. Look for the Tar Heels to be a little more aggressive in the paint after they grabbed just 10 offensive rebounds – and none by a post player – against the Pirates. Senior guard Dexter Strickland, who has 26 assists in his last three games, recorded his first career double-double with 11 points and 10 assists against East Carolina. Sophomore forward James Michael McAdoo leads the Tar Heels in points (15.4) and rebounds (8.3), while Desmond Hubert, Brice Johnson and Joel James continue to share time at center.
ABOUT TEXAS (6-4, 3-5 ATS): The Longhorns are hoping Kabongo’s eventual return will jump-start their offense, which ranks 267th in the country while averaging 63.3 points. While the offense sputters, the defense has kept the Longhorns competitive. They lead the Big 12 in field goal percentage defense (33.2) while allowing 58.2 points per game. Offensively, guard Sheldon McClellan averages a team-high 15.3 points, and forward Jonathan Holmes leads the team with eight rebounds per game. Freshman guard Javan Felix has bounced back from a shaky start to average 16.5 points in his last two games. Felix ranks second in the Big 12 in assists (5.8).
TRENDS:
* Tar Heels are 5-2 ATS in their last seven road games.
* Longhorns are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 non-conference games.
* Over is 4-1 in Tar Heels' last five overall.
* Over is 9-3 in Longhorns last 12 vs. Atlantic Coast.
TIP-INS:
1. The Longhorns have won 14 straight non-conference home games and are 86-3 in nonconference home games since the start of the 2002-03 season.
2. North Carolina has attempted 20 or more three-point field goals in six of its first 10 games.
3. Texas is 212-22 under coach Rick Barnes when holding opponents to under 40 percent shooting.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Top 25 Short Sheet
Wednesday, December 19
Cornell at Duke, 7:00 ET ESPNU
Cornell: 9-0 ATS off a road loss by 10 points or more
Duke: 2-10 ATS in home games after playing 2 consecutive games as favorite
Xavier at Cincinnati, 7:00 ET ESPN2
Xavier: 3-12 ATS in December
Cincinnati: 6-0 ATS on Wednesday games
Florida International at Louisville, 7:00 ET
Florida Int: 26-44 ATS in December
Louisville: 18-8 ATS after a game where they covered the spread
UT Arlington at Oklahoma State, 8:00 ET
UT Arlington: 10-2 ATS after playing a road
Oklahoma State: 5-18 ATS as a home favorite of 12.5 to 15
Tulsa at Creighton, 8:00 ET
Tulsa: 3-10 ATS in December games
Creighton: 8-1 ATS after a non-conference game
New Mexico at New Mexico State, 9:00 ET
New Mexico: 10-1 ATS after allowing 60 points or less 2 straight games
New Mexico State: 0-6 ATS after covering 4 or 5 of their last 6 against the spread
North Carolina at Texas, 9:00 ET ESPN2
North Carolina: 10-1 ATS after a game where they made 78% of their free throws or better
Texas: 1-9 ATS after 2 straight games with 12 or less assists
Northern Iowa at UNLV, 10:00 ET
Northern Iowa: 8-18 ATS after 1 or more consecutive losses
UNLV: 1-9 ATS in home games after 6 or more consecutive wins
Mount St. Mary's at Indiana, 7:00 ET BTN
MSM: 4-6 ATS as an underdog
Indiana: 8-0 ATS as a home favorite of 12.5 or more points
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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Armadillo's Write-Up
Wednesday, December 19
-- 8-2 Dayton won its last four games, with a win at #42 Alabama; they are 5-1 at home, losing to Weber State, 1-1 vs top 100 teams, losing by 10 to Colorado on neutral floor. Illinois State is 1-1 in true road games, losing by 3 at Louiville, winning in OT at Drexel. Redbirds make 58% of shots inside arc, #1 in country. MVC single digit road dogs are 13-8.
-- Xavier won four of last five inner-city rivalry games with Cincinnati; LY's game ended in big brawl, prompting move of this game to neutral downtown arena. Bearcats are 10-0, winning games vs top 100 clubs by 8-11-2 points- teams shoot 36% inside arc against them. Xavier hasn't played in 10 days; they're 7-2, with losses by a combined five points.
-- Louisville is -25 over Florida International; will Pitino run score up on his kid, who coaches FIU? Cardinals are off solid win at Memphis, when they were down 16 but won by 9- they're forcing turnovers on 31.9% of foes' possessions, #1 in country. FIU is 3-4, with #108 SF Austin best team they've played- they're turning ball over 21% of time. Uh-oh.
-- 5-3 UMass plays at #6 pace in country; they're 2-1 at home, losing to Miami, winning close games with Harvard/Elon; Minutemen are 2-3 vs top 100 teams, with all three losses by 13+ points. Ohio lost three of its last four games after 6-0 start, losing at home to Winthrop in last game; Bobcats are 0-2 on road, losing by 8 at Robert Morris, 26 at Memphis.
-- 3-5 UTEP lost by 2 at home to UNLV Monday, Miners' fifth loss in last seven games, but they've played #27 schedule to this point. UTEP lost by 5 at Oregon LY. C-USA home underdogs are 1-4 vs spread in non-league games. #35 Ducks are 9-1 vs #327 schedule; they're 2-1 vs teams in top 200, winning by 4 at UNLV, beating Vandy by 26.
-- 11-0 New Mexico beat New Mexico State by 11 at home Saturday, as Lobos held State to 33% from floor, 4-16 from arc, outscoring them on foul line 26-16. Lobos won by 9 at Indiana State in OT in only road tilt this season; they won last four visits to Las Cruces by 20-6-10-2 points. Aggies are 5-5, turning ball over 24.9% of time; they're 3-0 at home.
-- 7-2 North Carolina split two true road games, losing by 24 at Indiana, winning by 15 at Long Beach; Tar Heels allowed 84-87 points in wins vs UAB/East Carolina in last three games- they're #308 in experience. Texas is 0-2 vs top 100 teams, losing to UCLA by hoop, to Georgetown by 23 on neutral floor. Longhorns turn ball over 25.5% of time- not good.
-- Quick turnaround for UNLV squad that won by hoop at UTEP two nights ago; Rebels miss injured star Moser- they're 5-1 vs D-I teams at home, with all wins by 12+ points (only loss to #35 Oregon). Northern Iowa is 5-4 vs D-I teams, with all four losses to top 50 teams; best win was over #93 George Mason. 3 of their 4 losses were by 7 or less pts.
-- 9-3 South Dakota State is 1-3 on road, with only win in double OT at banged-up Montana Saturday; now they're on another road trip in other direction, at Belmont squad that got blasted by Kansas Saturday, but is 2-0 at home, winning by 34-15 points. Bruins are #18 experienced team that has played #10 schedule. Jackrabbits' road losses are by 3-3-24.
-- Montana won eight of last nine games with Northern Arizona, 3-1 in last four played here, with wins by 25-20-19 points, but Griz is 2-4 vs D-I teams this year, losing last three-- star G Cherry is just coming back from foot injury, played 13 minutes last game. Northern Arizona won its Big Sky opener by 7; they're 4-5 (best win vs #245 Cal-Davis).
-- 6-3 Arkansas State is 3-0 at home vs D-I teams, with win over #83 St Bonaventure; Red Wolves lost by 13 at Murray State LY. ASU turns opponents over 25% of time, but if they don't, opponents are have an eFG% of 51.6%, which is poor. 8-1 Murray State is 2-0 on road, with wins at Lipscomb/Evansville; Racers shoot 40.5% behind the arc.
-- 4-5 West Virginia struggles to score; its 42.4 eFG% is #318 out of 347 D-I teams; WVU is #284 in experience playing #30 schedule, so they've overscheduled, but did win both home games, beating VMI by 25, VT by 1. 4-7 Oakland is awful defensive team; foes are shooting 61.1% on 2-point shots. Summit League double digit road underdogs are 9-15.
-- First game in 11 days for Sacramento State team that split its last four games with Montana State, losing three of last four played here; Hornets are 3-3 vs D-I teams, with last two wins by three points each. Montana State lost last five games vs D-I teams; opponents are making 59.6% of 2-point shots- they lost Big Sky opener by 7 at Northern Arizona.
Believe in the 3 G's
GIRLS, GOLF,GAMBLING not in any particular order.
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