Today:
I may start doing these little writeups but I don't know that they particularly matter. I read writeups all the time and it doesn't mean it makes a pick stronger or weaker. I can just as well post the picks and let them speak for themselves. However, it at least shows where my focus was on the pick.
• Indiana has a strong home record (11-1 SU) and a positive ATS record against Maryland (7-3 in their last ten games).
• This game presents Indiana's best opportunity for a win before facing four ranked opponents.
• Their size advantage should help them against Maryland, who might experience a letdown after a recent victory over Illinois.
• Indiana and Maryland average 139.5 combined points per game in their two previous meetings.
• Both teams have strong recent offensive performances, with Indiana averaging 80.6 points at home and Maryland ranking highly in adjusted offense.
• The over has hit frequently in their recent games, suggesting a high-scoring matchup.
• The Cowboys' fast pace and weak defense suggest a high-scoring game against Texas Tech's highly efficient offense.
• Texas Tech's over/under record (11-6-1) indicates a tendency towards high-scoring games.
• Oklahoma State's recent games also support this, averaging 160 combined points over their last three.