Gina's NBA Predictions
Friday, November 20th, 2009 10:30 p.m. est.
Denver Nuggets (8-3) at Los Angeles Clippers (4-9)
Denver has struggle away from home, dropping three of its last four road games, but shouldn't have difficult against the weary Clippers. The Nuggets have won seven straight and nine of the last 10 meetings against Los Angeles. Go with the Nuggets to outscore the struggling Clippers. Denver is 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games versus the LA Clippers at the Staples Center.
Denver Nuggets -9
Friday, November 20th, 2009 10:30 p.m. est.
Denver Nuggets (8-3) at Los Angeles Clippers (4-9)
Denver has struggle away from home, dropping three of its last four road games, but shouldn't have difficult against the weary Clippers. The Nuggets have won seven straight and nine of the last 10 meetings against Los Angeles. Go with the Nuggets to outscore the struggling Clippers. Denver is 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games versus the LA Clippers at the Staples Center.
Denver Nuggets -9
Mr. A
Friday, November 20th, 2009 5:30 PM EST.
Akron Zips (2-8) at Bowling Green Falcons(5-5)
Doyt L. Perry Stadium, Bowling Green, Ohio
Akron is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games against Bowling Green and 2-7 ATS in their last nine MAC games.
Oddsmakers: Bowling Green as a -10½ point home favorite with the total listed at 52 'over'.
Bowling Green Falcons -3½
Friday, November 20th, 2009 9:30 PM EST.
No. 6 Boise State Broncos (10-0) at Utah State Aggies (3-7)
Romney Stadium, Logan, Utah
The Broncos should have no problems making it nine straight over the Aggies, but Utah State is 7-3 ATS this season and 4-0 ATS as a double-digit underdog this season. Take the points!
Oddsmakers: Boise State as a -23 point road favorite with the total listed at 62 'over'.
Utah State Aggies +23
NBA
Friday, November 20, 2009 (Eastern Times)
Time Game Selections
7:00 PM Memphis (3-8) at Philadelphia (5-6) Philadelphia 76ers -5½
7:30 PM Houston (7-5) at Atlanta (10-2) Atlanta Hawks -7
8:30 PM Charlotte (3-8) at Milwaukee (6-3) Milwaukee Bucks -4
Friday, November 20th, 2009 5:30 PM EST.
Akron Zips (2-8) at Bowling Green Falcons(5-5)
Doyt L. Perry Stadium, Bowling Green, Ohio
Akron is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games against Bowling Green and 2-7 ATS in their last nine MAC games.
Oddsmakers: Bowling Green as a -10½ point home favorite with the total listed at 52 'over'.
Bowling Green Falcons -3½
Friday, November 20th, 2009 9:30 PM EST.
No. 6 Boise State Broncos (10-0) at Utah State Aggies (3-7)
Romney Stadium, Logan, Utah
The Broncos should have no problems making it nine straight over the Aggies, but Utah State is 7-3 ATS this season and 4-0 ATS as a double-digit underdog this season. Take the points!
Oddsmakers: Boise State as a -23 point road favorite with the total listed at 62 'over'.
Utah State Aggies +23
NBA
Friday, November 20, 2009 (Eastern Times)
Time Game Selections
7:00 PM Memphis (3-8) at Philadelphia (5-6) Philadelphia 76ers -5½
7:30 PM Houston (7-5) at Atlanta (10-2) Atlanta Hawks -7
8:30 PM Charlotte (3-8) at Milwaukee (6-3) Milwaukee Bucks -4
Johnny Guild
Friday, November 20th, 2009 9:30 PM EST.
(6) Boise State Broncos (10-0) at Utah State Aggies (3-7)
Site: Romney Stadium- Logan, Utah
Home Record: Boise State 5-0; Utah State 3-1
Road Record: Boise State 5-0; Utah State 0-6
All-Time Series: Boise State (11-4)
Last Meeting: 11/08/08 (Boise State, 49-14 at Boise State)
Utah State Aggies have lost eight straight to the Broncos, including three in Logan. Look for Boise State’s offense led by sophomore quarterback Kellen Moore to rip apart the Utah State’ secondary. Boise State blows the Aggies away and remains undefeated.
Boise State is 3-2 ATS in the last 5 games.
Boise State is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games on the road.
Boise State is 8-1-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings.
Boise State is 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings in Logan.
Utah State is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games.
Utah State is 8-1 ATS in their last 9 home games.
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Time Game Selections
7:00 PM EST. Eastern Michigan (0-10) at Toledo (4-6) Toledo Rockets -16
9:30 PM EST. (6) Boise State (10-0) at Utah State (3-7) Boise State Broncos -23
NBA
Friday, November 20th, 2009 7:30 PM EST.
Houston Rockets (7-5) at Atlanta Hawks(10-2)
Atlanta Hawks have won and covered the spread in their last six contest and is 11-1-1 ATS in their last 13 games overall. Take the surging Hawks on its home floor versus the Rockets. The home team in this series has won nine of the last 10 meetings, going 8-2 ATS.
Atlanta Hawks -7
NCAA Baskets
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Time Game Selections
7:00 PM EST. Brown (1-2) at St. John's (2-0) St. John's Red Storm -15.5
11:00 PM EST. San Jose St. (1-0) at No. 13 Washington (3-0) Washington Huskies -22
Friday, November 20th, 2009 9:30 PM EST.
(6) Boise State Broncos (10-0) at Utah State Aggies (3-7)
Site: Romney Stadium- Logan, Utah
Home Record: Boise State 5-0; Utah State 3-1
Road Record: Boise State 5-0; Utah State 0-6
All-Time Series: Boise State (11-4)
Last Meeting: 11/08/08 (Boise State, 49-14 at Boise State)
Utah State Aggies have lost eight straight to the Broncos, including three in Logan. Look for Boise State’s offense led by sophomore quarterback Kellen Moore to rip apart the Utah State’ secondary. Boise State blows the Aggies away and remains undefeated.
Boise State is 3-2 ATS in the last 5 games.
Boise State is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games on the road.
Boise State is 8-1-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings.
Boise State is 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings in Logan.
Utah State is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games.
Utah State is 8-1 ATS in their last 9 home games.
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Time Game Selections
7:00 PM EST. Eastern Michigan (0-10) at Toledo (4-6) Toledo Rockets -16
9:30 PM EST. (6) Boise State (10-0) at Utah State (3-7) Boise State Broncos -23
NBA
Friday, November 20th, 2009 7:30 PM EST.
Houston Rockets (7-5) at Atlanta Hawks(10-2)
Atlanta Hawks have won and covered the spread in their last six contest and is 11-1-1 ATS in their last 13 games overall. Take the surging Hawks on its home floor versus the Rockets. The home team in this series has won nine of the last 10 meetings, going 8-2 ATS.
Atlanta Hawks -7
NCAA Baskets
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Time Game Selections
7:00 PM EST. Brown (1-2) at St. John's (2-0) St. John's Red Storm -15.5
11:00 PM EST. San Jose St. (1-0) at No. 13 Washington (3-0) Washington Huskies -22
Pickens picks
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TOTAL NCAA FOOTBALL TOTAL OF MONTH
200 unit- Akron / Bowling Green OVER
25 unit- Boise St. OVER
25 unit- Bowling Green
10 unit- Bowling Green / OVER parlay
NBA Action
25 unit CLE
NCAA Basketball Action
75 unit- Detroit
50 unit- Purdue
25 unit- NC State
25 unit- Florida International
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TOTAL NCAA FOOTBALL TOTAL OF MONTH
200 unit- Akron / Bowling Green OVER
25 unit- Boise St. OVER
25 unit- Bowling Green
10 unit- Bowling Green / OVER parlay
NBA Action
25 unit CLE
NCAA Basketball Action
75 unit- Detroit
50 unit- Purdue
25 unit- NC State
25 unit- Florida International
Alex Smart - 11/20
Alex Smart
PICK: Bowling Green: -10.5 (-110) / 3 units
If there's a team that's in store for a beat down during the midweek games in college football, it's the Akron Zips as they travel to take on the Bowling Green Falcons on Friday night.
The Zips are sitting at 2-8 and 1-5 in the MAC and really have little to nothing to play for as they close out the '09 campaign. They are an absolutely putrid offensive squad, as they average just 18.3 points per game and rank 114th in the nation in total offense (287.1 yards per game). They had their chance to build off of the momentum of a 28-20 victory over Kent State two weeks ago, but they blew it in a big way against Temple, losing 56-17.
Meanwhile, there's everything left to play for at Bowling Green. The Falcons are 5-5 and still within potential striking distance in the MAC East if the chips fall properly, and they're a 'W' away from bowl eligibility. They're riding high, having won four of their L/5 games (with the lone loss coming against 8-2 Central Michigan). BGSU has tallied at least 30 points in all four victories, and should have no problems picking apart a disinterested Akron 'D'.
The Falcons have dominated this series of late, going 2-1 SU and 3-0 ATS over the L/3 seasons. They're also 4-1 ATS in the L/5 games against Akron at home. That should continue tonight with another easy victory! Book it!!!
Smart $$$ 3* CFB Crusher: Bowling Green Falcons
Alex Smart
PICK: Bowling Green: -10.5 (-110) / 3 units
If there's a team that's in store for a beat down during the midweek games in college football, it's the Akron Zips as they travel to take on the Bowling Green Falcons on Friday night.
The Zips are sitting at 2-8 and 1-5 in the MAC and really have little to nothing to play for as they close out the '09 campaign. They are an absolutely putrid offensive squad, as they average just 18.3 points per game and rank 114th in the nation in total offense (287.1 yards per game). They had their chance to build off of the momentum of a 28-20 victory over Kent State two weeks ago, but they blew it in a big way against Temple, losing 56-17.
Meanwhile, there's everything left to play for at Bowling Green. The Falcons are 5-5 and still within potential striking distance in the MAC East if the chips fall properly, and they're a 'W' away from bowl eligibility. They're riding high, having won four of their L/5 games (with the lone loss coming against 8-2 Central Michigan). BGSU has tallied at least 30 points in all four victories, and should have no problems picking apart a disinterested Akron 'D'.
The Falcons have dominated this series of late, going 2-1 SU and 3-0 ATS over the L/3 seasons. They're also 4-1 ATS in the L/5 games against Akron at home. That should continue tonight with another easy victory! Book it!!!
Smart $$$ 3* CFB Crusher: Bowling Green Falcons
Dave Malinsky 11/20
Top of the Ticket - Side
Charlotte Bobcats(+3.5) over MILWAUKEE BUCKS
4* #515 CHARLOTTE over MILWAUKEE
There is not a more meaningless W/L record in the NBA than the 6-3 opening of the Bucks, particularly in light of the team that will take the court tonight. But in installing them as this level of favorite the markets are trying to say that there is some merit to the record, and that gives us an excellent opportunity to step in. First, note that it has been one of the best season-opening schedules ever for Scott Skiles and his team. There have been wins against bottom feeders like the Timberwolves, Knicks, Warriors and Nets, and while there was an upset of Denver on this court, note that the Nuggets were simply gassed, playing the last leg of a six game/nine day road trip. And making things even easier for the Bucks is the fact that the last five games have all been at home. But the team that takes the court tonight is extremely limited. Michael Redd will not return until early next week; Andrew Bogut is out for as long as a month, after getting off to the best start of his career (16.1 points and 9.2 rebounds in 33.6 minutes per game); and Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has not practiced since Monday?s loss to Dallas, and is wearing a walking boot. The remaining pieces lack talent and chemistry, with no offensive post presence from Kurt Thomas or Dan Gadzuric, and with Larry Brown slowing this to a half-court affair, it takes away the chances for Brandon Jennings to shift to a higher gear. A favorite with this little talent and this little chemistry will be extremely vulnerable against a savvy and well-coached underdog. After getting a practice in with his new teammates on Tuesday, Stephen Jackson responded with 26 points, five assists and three steals on Wednesday at Philadelphia, but the rest of the team misfired in that loss to the 76ers in the closing seconds. Now they have had multiple practices with the new faces on hand, and there is little in the way of them grinding out a methodical outright win in this setting.
Top of the Ticket - Side
Charlotte Bobcats(+3.5) over MILWAUKEE BUCKS
4* #515 CHARLOTTE over MILWAUKEE
There is not a more meaningless W/L record in the NBA than the 6-3 opening of the Bucks, particularly in light of the team that will take the court tonight. But in installing them as this level of favorite the markets are trying to say that there is some merit to the record, and that gives us an excellent opportunity to step in. First, note that it has been one of the best season-opening schedules ever for Scott Skiles and his team. There have been wins against bottom feeders like the Timberwolves, Knicks, Warriors and Nets, and while there was an upset of Denver on this court, note that the Nuggets were simply gassed, playing the last leg of a six game/nine day road trip. And making things even easier for the Bucks is the fact that the last five games have all been at home. But the team that takes the court tonight is extremely limited. Michael Redd will not return until early next week; Andrew Bogut is out for as long as a month, after getting off to the best start of his career (16.1 points and 9.2 rebounds in 33.6 minutes per game); and Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has not practiced since Monday?s loss to Dallas, and is wearing a walking boot. The remaining pieces lack talent and chemistry, with no offensive post presence from Kurt Thomas or Dan Gadzuric, and with Larry Brown slowing this to a half-court affair, it takes away the chances for Brandon Jennings to shift to a higher gear. A favorite with this little talent and this little chemistry will be extremely vulnerable against a savvy and well-coached underdog. After getting a practice in with his new teammates on Tuesday, Stephen Jackson responded with 26 points, five assists and three steals on Wednesday at Philadelphia, but the rest of the team misfired in that loss to the 76ers in the closing seconds. Now they have had multiple practices with the new faces on hand, and there is little in the way of them grinding out a methodical outright win in this setting.
Sammy Jankus 11/20
Sammy Jankus Reverse Barometer
South Dakota State vs Purdue 8:30 PM ET
3* (577) SOUTH DAKOTA STATE (+20)
Seriously, South Dakota State has a basketball team? Since when? I know all about Purdue: unanimous preseason Top 10 national ranking and the odds-on favorite to win the Big 10 title. The Boilermakers have had a week off after smashing CS Northridge by 25 points and should barely break a sweat trouncing tonight’s sacrificial opponent in this year’s Paradise Jam. I think Purdue will serve up some ROAST JACKRABBIT in a 40-point win here– so your play (and I feel guilty doing this to you) is on SOUTH DAKOTA STATE.
Sammy Jankus Reverse Barometer
South Dakota State vs Purdue 8:30 PM ET
3* (577) SOUTH DAKOTA STATE (+20)
Seriously, South Dakota State has a basketball team? Since when? I know all about Purdue: unanimous preseason Top 10 national ranking and the odds-on favorite to win the Big 10 title. The Boilermakers have had a week off after smashing CS Northridge by 25 points and should barely break a sweat trouncing tonight’s sacrificial opponent in this year’s Paradise Jam. I think Purdue will serve up some ROAST JACKRABBIT in a 40-point win here– so your play (and I feel guilty doing this to you) is on SOUTH DAKOTA STATE.
Jim Feist 11/20
Jim Feist's Friday Night NBA TV Tripleheader!
NBA (505) CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS (506) INDIANA PACERS
Take: 1-Star over the total.
Reason: Without Shaquille O'Neal and Anderson Varejao, the Cavs were burned on the interior all night in a loss at Washington. That's nothing new, as Cleveland is not playing any defense, allowing 104, 103, 108 and 108 points the last four games. They are on a 5-0 run over the total. At least the offense has plenty of weapons to call on in Mo Williams, J.J. Hickson and LeBron James. The Cavs were hammered on the boards, losing by a 14-rebound margin as Washington piled up 19 second-chance points. The Wizards, taking advantage of the situation, got to the foul line 35 times. They face another team that likes an uptempo pace, with Indiana averaging 100 ppg. They've scored 108, 113 and 110 points in three of their last four games, and the 113 points was against the Celtics. They feed off the inside energy of workhorse Danny Granger. Have to look for an offensive show in this one, play the Cavaliers/Pacers Over the total.
11/20 05:05 PM NBA (509) ORLANDO MAGIC VS (510) BOSTON CELTICS
Take: 2-Star (509) ORLANDO MAGIC
Reason: A marquee game, a pair of powerhouses that met in the playoffs in May. Stan Van Gundy said this week that his negativity was "draining the enthusiasm" from his team. He vowed to change his tactics, showing what a good communicator he is. Players appreciate when coaches adjust or ask for feedback and it can pay dividends on the court. They are 9-3 SU, 7-5 ATS. They are one of the few teams that have big men that can match up with Boston. The Celtics have been inconsistent, preferring to outscore teams rather than focus on defense too often. That cost them in back to back losses to Atlanta and Indiana. The talent is there, but not always the focus. The Celtics are on a 2-7 ATS run, as well. "It's a big game for us," Orlando's Rashard Lewis said. "We're playing against one of the best teams in the NBA. I think it's a statement game, just like the Cleveland Cavaliers game was a statement game. They came in and beat us. It's going to be tough going into Boston, but at the same time, I think we're going to see where we're at." Look for a fierce game from both sides and a close one, and the visitors have enough talent and offensive firepower to keep this close. Play the Magic!
11/20 07:35 PM NBA (517) DENVER NUGGETS VS (518) LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS
Take: 3-Star (517) DENVER NUGGETS
Reason: Denver is 8-3 with a sizzling offense, averaging 108 ppg. They got added depth this week when veteran Anthony Carter returned to the Nuggets' lineup. Carmelo Anthony scored 32 points in 30 minutes and reserve J.R. Smith had 29, leading the Nuggets past the Raptors 130-112 on Tuesday. Denver coach George Karl said this was the best passing game his team has had so far, and it showed in the paint, where the Nuggets outscored the Raptors 68-36. They also just whipped another team from LA, the Lakers, 105-79! Now they take on a depleted Clipper team going nowhere, a dysfunctional, unhappy group. They dropped to 4-8 with a defeat against Hornets and, even worse, absorbed another major injury, as Kareem Rush suffered a torn knee ligament. It was a subdued Clippers locker room. They were out-hustled and out-rebounded by the Hornets by a substantial margin (51-36), and often appeared clueless on defense. That's not a team you want to back, one on a 1-5 SU/ATS run. Play the Nuggets.
Jim Feist's Friday Night NBA TV Tripleheader!
NBA (505) CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS (506) INDIANA PACERS
Take: 1-Star over the total.
Reason: Without Shaquille O'Neal and Anderson Varejao, the Cavs were burned on the interior all night in a loss at Washington. That's nothing new, as Cleveland is not playing any defense, allowing 104, 103, 108 and 108 points the last four games. They are on a 5-0 run over the total. At least the offense has plenty of weapons to call on in Mo Williams, J.J. Hickson and LeBron James. The Cavs were hammered on the boards, losing by a 14-rebound margin as Washington piled up 19 second-chance points. The Wizards, taking advantage of the situation, got to the foul line 35 times. They face another team that likes an uptempo pace, with Indiana averaging 100 ppg. They've scored 108, 113 and 110 points in three of their last four games, and the 113 points was against the Celtics. They feed off the inside energy of workhorse Danny Granger. Have to look for an offensive show in this one, play the Cavaliers/Pacers Over the total.
11/20 05:05 PM NBA (509) ORLANDO MAGIC VS (510) BOSTON CELTICS
Take: 2-Star (509) ORLANDO MAGIC
Reason: A marquee game, a pair of powerhouses that met in the playoffs in May. Stan Van Gundy said this week that his negativity was "draining the enthusiasm" from his team. He vowed to change his tactics, showing what a good communicator he is. Players appreciate when coaches adjust or ask for feedback and it can pay dividends on the court. They are 9-3 SU, 7-5 ATS. They are one of the few teams that have big men that can match up with Boston. The Celtics have been inconsistent, preferring to outscore teams rather than focus on defense too often. That cost them in back to back losses to Atlanta and Indiana. The talent is there, but not always the focus. The Celtics are on a 2-7 ATS run, as well. "It's a big game for us," Orlando's Rashard Lewis said. "We're playing against one of the best teams in the NBA. I think it's a statement game, just like the Cleveland Cavaliers game was a statement game. They came in and beat us. It's going to be tough going into Boston, but at the same time, I think we're going to see where we're at." Look for a fierce game from both sides and a close one, and the visitors have enough talent and offensive firepower to keep this close. Play the Magic!
11/20 07:35 PM NBA (517) DENVER NUGGETS VS (518) LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS
Take: 3-Star (517) DENVER NUGGETS
Reason: Denver is 8-3 with a sizzling offense, averaging 108 ppg. They got added depth this week when veteran Anthony Carter returned to the Nuggets' lineup. Carmelo Anthony scored 32 points in 30 minutes and reserve J.R. Smith had 29, leading the Nuggets past the Raptors 130-112 on Tuesday. Denver coach George Karl said this was the best passing game his team has had so far, and it showed in the paint, where the Nuggets outscored the Raptors 68-36. They also just whipped another team from LA, the Lakers, 105-79! Now they take on a depleted Clipper team going nowhere, a dysfunctional, unhappy group. They dropped to 4-8 with a defeat against Hornets and, even worse, absorbed another major injury, as Kareem Rush suffered a torn knee ligament. It was a subdued Clippers locker room. They were out-hustled and out-rebounded by the Hornets by a substantial margin (51-36), and often appeared clueless on defense. That's not a team you want to back, one on a 1-5 SU/ATS run. Play the Nuggets.
