Mike Hook | CBB Sides Mon, 01/18/10 - 7:00 PM ƒŠ
triple-dime bet 741 N.C.-Wilmington 17.5 (-110) Bodog vs 742 Virginia
Analysis: Yup, we are going with the BIG DOG tonight, backing the NC Wilmington Seahawks tonight. Most people aren't going to like this play, simply because we are going against a team in Virginia that is playing really good basketball right now. Of course i like being liked, but i like winning even more, as i feel that solves everything.
Don't let the name fool you, Wilmington has some talent. At first gance, you see a record of 6-11. That certainly isn't good, but look a bit further and realize who they've played. They've played against Miami, South Florida, George Washington, George Mason, Richmond, Northeastern, Old Dominion, and Wake Forest. That is simply murderers row, without a shadow of a doubt. This doesn't even include games against both Penn St. and William and Mary. I mention those games last because they won both of those games OUTRIGHT. Those were both very impressive wins, especially considering their opponent has already lost to Penn St. this year. My point is this, Wilmington is not going to be intimidated in the least when facing off against the Cavaliers tonight.
How good is Virginia playing right now? Clearly they have bought in to what Coach Bennett is teaching. I'm not going to try to pick apart anything with Virginia, because they are playing really well right now. The Cavaliers have won 7 straight games after starting the season at 4-4. In this current 7 game winning streak, 3 of those teams are considered top 30 teams while 3 others are considered 3 of the WORST teams in D1. In the middle would be an improved NC State team. Their past two games against Georgia Tech and Miami were really impressive, so i will give them their props one last time.
So what's going to happen today? I seriously wonder what motivation Virginia has coming into their game today. They come off of 2 winning league games in the national spotlight against two high caliber clubs. Their next game¡ is on the road at Wake Forest. I seriously doubt this Cavaliers team is going to be motivated to beat a pesky Wilmington team today. This team is still getting used to playing in Coach Bennett's system, and this defensive system can wear on you. Is this going to be that game where they take a night off? Based on their scheduling you would certainly think so.
I bring up scheduling because this seems like a "weird" spot to play a non league game right? Well let's not forget this is a makeup game from December 19th, when the game was originally postponed. This game being postponed actually hurts Virginia in my opinion, because now they have to play a game just 2 days removed from 2 hard fought league wins. Again, i think Virginia struggles to stay motivated today. Wilmington has played tougher teams than Virginia, and played them close. Lastly, because i remember everything, i specifically remembered that point spread between these two teams on December 19th. That spread was:
VIRGINIA -8 NC WILMINGTON.
triple-dime bet 741 N.C.-Wilmington 17.5 (-110) Bodog vs 742 Virginia
Analysis: Yup, we are going with the BIG DOG tonight, backing the NC Wilmington Seahawks tonight. Most people aren't going to like this play, simply because we are going against a team in Virginia that is playing really good basketball right now. Of course i like being liked, but i like winning even more, as i feel that solves everything.
Don't let the name fool you, Wilmington has some talent. At first gance, you see a record of 6-11. That certainly isn't good, but look a bit further and realize who they've played. They've played against Miami, South Florida, George Washington, George Mason, Richmond, Northeastern, Old Dominion, and Wake Forest. That is simply murderers row, without a shadow of a doubt. This doesn't even include games against both Penn St. and William and Mary. I mention those games last because they won both of those games OUTRIGHT. Those were both very impressive wins, especially considering their opponent has already lost to Penn St. this year. My point is this, Wilmington is not going to be intimidated in the least when facing off against the Cavaliers tonight.
How good is Virginia playing right now? Clearly they have bought in to what Coach Bennett is teaching. I'm not going to try to pick apart anything with Virginia, because they are playing really well right now. The Cavaliers have won 7 straight games after starting the season at 4-4. In this current 7 game winning streak, 3 of those teams are considered top 30 teams while 3 others are considered 3 of the WORST teams in D1. In the middle would be an improved NC State team. Their past two games against Georgia Tech and Miami were really impressive, so i will give them their props one last time.
So what's going to happen today? I seriously wonder what motivation Virginia has coming into their game today. They come off of 2 winning league games in the national spotlight against two high caliber clubs. Their next game¡ is on the road at Wake Forest. I seriously doubt this Cavaliers team is going to be motivated to beat a pesky Wilmington team today. This team is still getting used to playing in Coach Bennett's system, and this defensive system can wear on you. Is this going to be that game where they take a night off? Based on their scheduling you would certainly think so.
I bring up scheduling because this seems like a "weird" spot to play a non league game right? Well let's not forget this is a makeup game from December 19th, when the game was originally postponed. This game being postponed actually hurts Virginia in my opinion, because now they have to play a game just 2 days removed from 2 hard fought league wins. Again, i think Virginia struggles to stay motivated today. Wilmington has played tougher teams than Virginia, and played them close. Lastly, because i remember everything, i specifically remembered that point spread between these two teams on December 19th. That spread was:
VIRGINIA -8 NC WILMINGTON.
the banker's
2010-01-18
LOCK 4*: Carolina Hurricanes -125
Tampa is in trouble, evidenced by the beating Florida put on them. I was at one of the games and they looked horrible. Carolina is not much better, but at home and with the trend factor, it is my LOCK OF THE DAY. CAROLINA is 8-1 (+5.7 Units) against the spread versus TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
2010-01-18
LOCK 4*: Carolina Hurricanes -125
Tampa is in trouble, evidenced by the beating Florida put on them. I was at one of the games and they looked horrible. Carolina is not much better, but at home and with the trend factor, it is my LOCK OF THE DAY. CAROLINA is 8-1 (+5.7 Units) against the spread versus TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
canadian prophets
2010-01-18
HOME FAVE 2*: Carolina Hurricanes -130
Who was that goalie last night? Bad coaching by the Ducks. They should have played the backup tonight against San Jose whom they have no chance of beating. Damn that cost me a huge weekend. Anyway, love the Canes at home. Would bet the farm but I'm smarting from that 3rd period giveaway last night. Carolina owns this Tampa team and there is no reason that trend should not continue tonight. Good luck all.
2010-01-18
HOME FAVE 2*: Carolina Hurricanes -130
Who was that goalie last night? Bad coaching by the Ducks. They should have played the backup tonight against San Jose whom they have no chance of beating. Damn that cost me a huge weekend. Anyway, love the Canes at home. Would bet the farm but I'm smarting from that 3rd period giveaway last night. Carolina owns this Tampa team and there is no reason that trend should not continue tonight. Good luck all.
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50* Play San Jose (-200) over Calgary
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50* Play San Jose (-200) over Calgary
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The Duke's Sports
Kansas State (-1') for 2 Units
The road team has been successful in this series; however,Texas has not seen too much of the Big 12 road and have a huge target on their back since gaining the #1 ranking. They had two close calls - on the 13th at Iowa State where they needed a furious rally to win, and Saturday at home vs TX A&M where they barely survived. Today, we believe this hostile environment along with big time Wildcats' stars Pullen and Clemente will be a bit much for the Longhorns to overcome. TX is 1-7-1 ATS in the last 9 in this series and they're just 6-20-2 ATS on the Big 12 road. K State the call.
Kansas State (-1') for 2 Units
The road team has been successful in this series; however,Texas has not seen too much of the Big 12 road and have a huge target on their back since gaining the #1 ranking. They had two close calls - on the 13th at Iowa State where they needed a furious rally to win, and Saturday at home vs TX A&M where they barely survived. Today, we believe this hostile environment along with big time Wildcats' stars Pullen and Clemente will be a bit much for the Longhorns to overcome. TX is 1-7-1 ATS in the last 9 in this series and they're just 6-20-2 ATS on the Big 12 road. K State the call.
Antony Dinero
Magic at Lakers
Pick: Lakers -6
For whatever reason, Kobe Bryant has been playing through an injury he really shoud've taken some night off from, and L.A. has found a way to win in Dallas and rout the Clippers after losing their third road trip in four games at San Antonio. The road beckons again after this encounter with the Magic, as the Lake Show visits Cleveland with getting even on its mind following that Christmas Day debacle. The Cavs game is the first of an eight-game road trip that won't see the Lakers back in Staples until Feb. 3, so count on a sharp final effort in this Finals rematch, particularly after a few days off that further ease team chemistry with Pau Gasol now back. Expect Dwight Howard's foul concerns to continue, Jameer Nelson, Rashard Lewis and Vince Carter to continue looking uncomfortable and the Lakers going out in style, covering six.
Magic at Lakers
Pick: Lakers -6
For whatever reason, Kobe Bryant has been playing through an injury he really shoud've taken some night off from, and L.A. has found a way to win in Dallas and rout the Clippers after losing their third road trip in four games at San Antonio. The road beckons again after this encounter with the Magic, as the Lake Show visits Cleveland with getting even on its mind following that Christmas Day debacle. The Cavs game is the first of an eight-game road trip that won't see the Lakers back in Staples until Feb. 3, so count on a sharp final effort in this Finals rematch, particularly after a few days off that further ease team chemistry with Pau Gasol now back. Expect Dwight Howard's foul concerns to continue, Jameer Nelson, Rashard Lewis and Vince Carter to continue looking uncomfortable and the Lakers going out in style, covering six.
