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triple-dime bet 879 Kentucky 6.5 (-110) Bodog vs 880 Ohio St. Analysis: *** UPGRADED CBB 3* BOOKIE BET GAME OF THE WEEK BOMB ***
KENTUCKY +6.5....(3*)
triple-dime bet 879 Kentucky 6.5 (-110) Bodog vs 880 Ohio St. Analysis: *** UPGRADED CBB 3* BOOKIE BET GAME OF THE WEEK BOMB ***
KENTUCKY +6.5....(3*)
John Chang
10 dimes North Carolina Tar Heels -4 over Marquette Golden Eagles,
Judging by much of the line movement today, many in the general betting population like the Big East team in this matchup. While I have some serious respect for Big East teams, Marquette simply doesn't have the talent, determination, or coaching to keep up with a Tarheel team that is clearly head and shoulders above. Much has been said about Marquette's three JuCo stars, but are these kids gonna have what it takes to neutralize Harrison Barnes, Kendall Marshall, Tyler Zeller and John Henson? I highly doubt it. As far as the coaching goes, Buzz Williams has taken lemons and turned them into lemonade this season with his ragtag group, but we can't forget how this is Roy Williams' 7th year in the NCAA tourney, and this man has dealt with some adversity himself this season. Only two years removed from a national championship, North Carolina is going to present some serious matchup problems for Marquette. Bigmen Zeller and Henson should own the paint on both offense and defense against the Golden Eagles, and when Marquette starts to send help down low, watch out for Harrison Barnes lighting it up from behind the arc. With several days for Roy Williams to emphasize ball security and patience on offense, Marquette's only advantage (points off turnovers) should be diminished. Lay the chalk here.
10 dimes Virginia Commonwealth Rams +4 over Florida State Seminoles,
Florida State makes its living by stopping teams on the defensive end and securing rebounds. But what happens when they face a team they can't stop? They simply don't have the firepower to come back from a large deficit, and I believe that's what will happen in this game. FSU shot lights out against Notre Dame, but the scenario of them shooting that far above their season average once again is not a likely one. VCU is getting contributions from all positions on the floor, and any one of several players on the roster has displayed the ability to carry the team offensively. On the defensive side of things, VCU is just as focused on defending as FSU, if not more so. They pressure the ball, and show blazing speed down the floor in transition. Something tells me that Florida State is content with this Sweet 16 appearance, and who could blame them? When was the last time you heard about Florida State basketball before last season? VCU is not in that same category. They seem to have a will and determination that is still burning strong, and this chip on their shoulder should keep their intensity level at a maximum setting throughout the game. Great spot to grab the points here.
NBA Selections:
10 dimes San Antonio Spurs/PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS under 192
10 dimes OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER -15.5 over Minnesota Timberwolves
10 dimes North Carolina Tar Heels -4 over Marquette Golden Eagles,
Judging by much of the line movement today, many in the general betting population like the Big East team in this matchup. While I have some serious respect for Big East teams, Marquette simply doesn't have the talent, determination, or coaching to keep up with a Tarheel team that is clearly head and shoulders above. Much has been said about Marquette's three JuCo stars, but are these kids gonna have what it takes to neutralize Harrison Barnes, Kendall Marshall, Tyler Zeller and John Henson? I highly doubt it. As far as the coaching goes, Buzz Williams has taken lemons and turned them into lemonade this season with his ragtag group, but we can't forget how this is Roy Williams' 7th year in the NCAA tourney, and this man has dealt with some adversity himself this season. Only two years removed from a national championship, North Carolina is going to present some serious matchup problems for Marquette. Bigmen Zeller and Henson should own the paint on both offense and defense against the Golden Eagles, and when Marquette starts to send help down low, watch out for Harrison Barnes lighting it up from behind the arc. With several days for Roy Williams to emphasize ball security and patience on offense, Marquette's only advantage (points off turnovers) should be diminished. Lay the chalk here.
10 dimes Virginia Commonwealth Rams +4 over Florida State Seminoles,
Florida State makes its living by stopping teams on the defensive end and securing rebounds. But what happens when they face a team they can't stop? They simply don't have the firepower to come back from a large deficit, and I believe that's what will happen in this game. FSU shot lights out against Notre Dame, but the scenario of them shooting that far above their season average once again is not a likely one. VCU is getting contributions from all positions on the floor, and any one of several players on the roster has displayed the ability to carry the team offensively. On the defensive side of things, VCU is just as focused on defending as FSU, if not more so. They pressure the ball, and show blazing speed down the floor in transition. Something tells me that Florida State is content with this Sweet 16 appearance, and who could blame them? When was the last time you heard about Florida State basketball before last season? VCU is not in that same category. They seem to have a will and determination that is still burning strong, and this chip on their shoulder should keep their intensity level at a maximum setting throughout the game. Great spot to grab the points here.
NBA Selections:
10 dimes San Antonio Spurs/PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS under 192
10 dimes OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER -15.5 over Minnesota Timberwolves
KazEdge Sports - They have been doing pretty well lately, and they have this really nice history section of their picks that records all their wins/losses.
Marquette +5 - 3 units (buy half a point)
Richmond +11 - 5 units
Pistons -3.5 - 4 units
Over 191 Spurs/Blazers - 4 units
Over 140 Kentucky/OSU - 6 units
Blazers -3 - 4 units
Over 197 Hornets/Suns - 5 units
Marquette +5 - 3 units (buy half a point)
Richmond +11 - 5 units
Pistons -3.5 - 4 units
Over 191 Spurs/Blazers - 4 units
Over 140 Kentucky/OSU - 6 units
Blazers -3 - 4 units
Over 197 Hornets/Suns - 5 units
Gold Sheet
MIAMI 97 - Philadelphia 95—Loss of starting PG Mario Chalmers to a knee
injury for an extended stretch can’t be good for paper-thin Miami. The Heat must
now rely on vet Mike Bibby (turns 33 in May), whose career is winding down, as
he’s at career-lows in scoring, assists and steals. The Heat have been without
Udonis Haslem for months, and without support, Wade, James & Bosh continue
to take turns going one-on-one and getting their numbers (and most of the time
they also win the game). However, Erik Spoelstra’s crew has a knack for winning
small far too often, especially at AmericanAirlines Arena, where they are a
miserable 13-22 as a home favorite. Philadelphia G Andre Iguodala (14 ppg, 6.5
apg & 6 rpg) is expected to be back in action after resting his sore knee Saturday
in Portland. Iguodala has shot 54%, averaged 15 pts., 8 rebs., 5 assists & 2.5
steals in his matchup against Dwyane Wade in series this season. Miami’s All-
Star triumverate combined to shoot just 44.2% against the Sixers in first two
meetings. 10-Mia -7' 97-87 (191), MIA -11 99-90 (195); 09-Mia +2 105-78 (189),
MIA -6' 104-91 (192), MIA -11 99-95 (192), Mia -4 107-105 (192)
Detroit 92 - CLEVELAND 82—Detroit has taken care of business in winning
a pair vs. Cleveland already, and probably prefer Pistons even if they have to lay
points for the first time on the road this season. Certainly it’s out of the question
to go with Cleveland as a favorite (Cavs 1-7 as chalk), and don’t believe Cav
brass were planning on starting Samardo Samuels and Alonzo Gee on the
frontline when they laid plans for Life after LeBron in the offseason. The Pistons
are 9-3 visiting “C” teams on the road, John Kuester’s club is scoring 101 ppg &
shooting 48% in March, as he’s doling out the minutes based on attitude &
performance. Kuester has even let G Rip Hamilton out of the doghouse (though
not often into the starting lineup), and Hamilton has made the most of his game
time, scoring 14.5 ppg while playing an average of 28 minutes. Cavs have so few
offensive threats, it’s no wonder they’ve gone “under” 6-1 in last 7, putting up just
84 ppg in that run. 10-DE -5 102-92 (193), Det +1' 103-94 (195); 09-Cle -5 98-88
(184), CLE -12 99-92 (201), Cle -10' 113-101 (198), CLE -12 104-79 (201)
MIAMI 97 - Philadelphia 95—Loss of starting PG Mario Chalmers to a knee
injury for an extended stretch can’t be good for paper-thin Miami. The Heat must
now rely on vet Mike Bibby (turns 33 in May), whose career is winding down, as
he’s at career-lows in scoring, assists and steals. The Heat have been without
Udonis Haslem for months, and without support, Wade, James & Bosh continue
to take turns going one-on-one and getting their numbers (and most of the time
they also win the game). However, Erik Spoelstra’s crew has a knack for winning
small far too often, especially at AmericanAirlines Arena, where they are a
miserable 13-22 as a home favorite. Philadelphia G Andre Iguodala (14 ppg, 6.5
apg & 6 rpg) is expected to be back in action after resting his sore knee Saturday
in Portland. Iguodala has shot 54%, averaged 15 pts., 8 rebs., 5 assists & 2.5
steals in his matchup against Dwyane Wade in series this season. Miami’s All-
Star triumverate combined to shoot just 44.2% against the Sixers in first two
meetings. 10-Mia -7' 97-87 (191), MIA -11 99-90 (195); 09-Mia +2 105-78 (189),
MIA -6' 104-91 (192), MIA -11 99-95 (192), Mia -4 107-105 (192)
Detroit 92 - CLEVELAND 82—Detroit has taken care of business in winning
a pair vs. Cleveland already, and probably prefer Pistons even if they have to lay
points for the first time on the road this season. Certainly it’s out of the question
to go with Cleveland as a favorite (Cavs 1-7 as chalk), and don’t believe Cav
brass were planning on starting Samardo Samuels and Alonzo Gee on the
frontline when they laid plans for Life after LeBron in the offseason. The Pistons
are 9-3 visiting “C” teams on the road, John Kuester’s club is scoring 101 ppg &
shooting 48% in March, as he’s doling out the minutes based on attitude &
performance. Kuester has even let G Rip Hamilton out of the doghouse (though
not often into the starting lineup), and Hamilton has made the most of his game
time, scoring 14.5 ppg while playing an average of 28 minutes. Cavs have so few
offensive threats, it’s no wonder they’ve gone “under” 6-1 in last 7, putting up just
84 ppg in that run. 10-DE -5 102-92 (193), Det +1' 103-94 (195); 09-Cle -5 98-88
(184), CLE -12 99-92 (201), Cle -10' 113-101 (198), CLE -12 104-79 (201)
