DON BEST STEAM
2:13:21pm 2010-02-08 716 Texas Under 153½
2:03:00pm 2010-02-08 728 N. Carolina A&T Over 134
2:02:33pm 2010-02-08 730 Grambling Under 148
12:57:50am 2010-02-08 716 Texas Over 153
12:57:18am 2010-02-08 710 Butler Over 126
12:35:24am 2010-02-08 726 Rider Over 139
9:18:33am 2010-02-08 734 Delaware Over 134½
8:35:29am 2010-02-08 722 Coll Charleston Over 128
2:13:21pm 2010-02-08 716 Texas Under 153½
2:03:00pm 2010-02-08 728 N. Carolina A&T Over 134
2:02:33pm 2010-02-08 730 Grambling Under 148
12:57:50am 2010-02-08 716 Texas Over 153
12:57:18am 2010-02-08 710 Butler Over 126
12:35:24am 2010-02-08 726 Rider Over 139
9:18:33am 2010-02-08 734 Delaware Over 134½
8:35:29am 2010-02-08 722 Coll Charleston Over 128
Dwayne Bryant
West Virginia -5.5
Villanova at West Virginia
Bet: West Virginia -5.5
We're following the "smart money" in this one. Despite a majority of the reported bets coming in on Villanova, this line has moved from WVU -4.5 to -6 in some places. But this isn't just about backing the wise guys.
WVU can grab a share of second place in the Big East with a win tonight. The Mountaineers only home loss in 11 games at the WVU Coliseum this season was a heartbreaking one-point loss to Big East leading Syracuse. The WVU Coliseum has been a "House of Horrors" for this 'Nova class, as they're only two appearances in this venue have resulted in losses by 11 in '07 and 21 last season.
According to the Pomeroy ratings, WVU owns an edge in defensive efficiency, ranking 22nd in the nation as compared to 'Nova's #64 ranking. I always like to have a defensive edge when I'm laying points. WVU also has a size advantage in this matchup, so I fully expect them to win the battle on the glass ('Nova is +4.6 boards per game on the road, WVU is +8.7 at home) -- another huge element to the game, in my opinion.
Bottom line: Playing a top conference rival on national TV (ESPN) is always a huge emotional lift for the home team. With 'Nova getting drilled at Georgetown just two days, and knowing their recent history in this building, they could get that "here we go again" feeling when WVU gets a run going and gets up on them. The public is taking 'Nova, expecting a bounce back tonight. I see the opposite happening in this road contest. I expect WVU to feed off the home crowd, win the battle of the boards and play the solid defense that is necessary to get a margin here. Call it Mountaineers by 10. Lay it with West Virginia.
West Virginia -5.5
Villanova at West Virginia
Bet: West Virginia -5.5
We're following the "smart money" in this one. Despite a majority of the reported bets coming in on Villanova, this line has moved from WVU -4.5 to -6 in some places. But this isn't just about backing the wise guys.
WVU can grab a share of second place in the Big East with a win tonight. The Mountaineers only home loss in 11 games at the WVU Coliseum this season was a heartbreaking one-point loss to Big East leading Syracuse. The WVU Coliseum has been a "House of Horrors" for this 'Nova class, as they're only two appearances in this venue have resulted in losses by 11 in '07 and 21 last season.
According to the Pomeroy ratings, WVU owns an edge in defensive efficiency, ranking 22nd in the nation as compared to 'Nova's #64 ranking. I always like to have a defensive edge when I'm laying points. WVU also has a size advantage in this matchup, so I fully expect them to win the battle on the glass ('Nova is +4.6 boards per game on the road, WVU is +8.7 at home) -- another huge element to the game, in my opinion.
Bottom line: Playing a top conference rival on national TV (ESPN) is always a huge emotional lift for the home team. With 'Nova getting drilled at Georgetown just two days, and knowing their recent history in this building, they could get that "here we go again" feeling when WVU gets a run going and gets up on them. The public is taking 'Nova, expecting a bounce back tonight. I see the opposite happening in this road contest. I expect WVU to feed off the home crowd, win the battle of the boards and play the solid defense that is necessary to get a margin here. Call it Mountaineers by 10. Lay it with West Virginia.
Craig Davis
Craig Davis Monday's Lineup
30 Dime – VILLANOVA
15 Dime – MAVERICKS
VILLANOVA --- Either Vegas is setting us up with the "trap" of a lifetime or we're getting some tremendous line value after the way each team performed over the weekend. I prefer to believe we're getting some solid line value after Villanova played like crap at Georgetown (at least defensively) Saturday and then had to turn around and travel out of the snowy weather for another game just over 48 hours later. All the cards seem to be stacked against the Wildcats in this one with all the "outside" factors, but when you boil it down to the nuts and bolts of both these teams, I think you have to favor Villanova to at least stay within this number (which is currently sitting at +6 at the time of this writing).
I have no doubt in my mind that West Virginia is more than capable of winning this game, but the fact that they just pummeled St. Johns Saturday kinda tells me they are not treating any one game more importantly than another. Had they struggled to beat the Johnnies I might be a little hesitant to back the Wildcats in this spot, saying the Mounties were flat Saturday because they were looking ahead to this one... but, in fact, I believe it was the Wildcats who were looking ahead and that's why they came out flat at Georgetown. Meanwhile, the Hoyas lost a second-half lead at home vs. South Florida and eventually lost the game SU, which is another reason I liked G'town so much over Villanova.
When I handicap these college basketball games, I always take that into consideration before I release a play, and my feeling is that Villanova wants this game more, needs this game at least as much as, and is simply more talented overall than West Virginia. Villanova has been cash cow this season, covering 15 of their 21 lined games, including an 8-4 mark away from home. West Virginia, on the other hand, has burned cash this year, covering just 9 of 21 lined games with a 4-6 ATS mark at home. I've watched two recent West Virginia games, from wire to wire (Ohio State and Louisville)... both home games... and two games in which they were fortunate to come out on top. I'm not saying West Virginia is incapable of winning tonight, but to ask them to beat a very good Villanova team by 6 or more is a tall task. I'll take Villanova PLUS the number as my top play of the day.
DALLAS MAVERICKS --- If there's anything I've learned about the Dallas Mavericks this year, it's to bet against them at home and back them on the road. Despite their recent slide, the Mavs are still the best road team in the Western Conference and we find them in a GREAT spot tonight. A good team (like the Mavs) that is desperate for a win can often times use a game like this to get themselves back on track. Despite being 31-19 on the season, the Mavs could be a lot better (record-wise) than they are right now, had it not been for the fact they dropped four out of their last five and five of their last eight. Not only that, but the Mavs haven't covered a number since that 128-78 win over the Knicks back on January 24th.
I'm not going to say the Mavs are desperate, but this is as close to desperation as it gets. They need a win to get back where they used to be... the #2 seed in the West. For several weeks the Mavericks were the second best team (at least according to their record) in the Western Conference, but this recent slide has pushed them down the fourth best record in the Conference and they're in danger of falling further behind. The Mavs might not score as many points as the Warriors do, but they do shoot a better percentage from three-point land and from the line, they rebound and defend better, they turn the ball over less and they have a deeper bench. Golden State is going to play a nearly flawless game to stay within this number tonight, and with desperation in Mavs camp, I'm comfortable backing them as a small road favorite. Mavs by 8.
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Craig Davis Monday's Lineup
30 Dime – VILLANOVA
15 Dime – MAVERICKS
VILLANOVA --- Either Vegas is setting us up with the "trap" of a lifetime or we're getting some tremendous line value after the way each team performed over the weekend. I prefer to believe we're getting some solid line value after Villanova played like crap at Georgetown (at least defensively) Saturday and then had to turn around and travel out of the snowy weather for another game just over 48 hours later. All the cards seem to be stacked against the Wildcats in this one with all the "outside" factors, but when you boil it down to the nuts and bolts of both these teams, I think you have to favor Villanova to at least stay within this number (which is currently sitting at +6 at the time of this writing).
I have no doubt in my mind that West Virginia is more than capable of winning this game, but the fact that they just pummeled St. Johns Saturday kinda tells me they are not treating any one game more importantly than another. Had they struggled to beat the Johnnies I might be a little hesitant to back the Wildcats in this spot, saying the Mounties were flat Saturday because they were looking ahead to this one... but, in fact, I believe it was the Wildcats who were looking ahead and that's why they came out flat at Georgetown. Meanwhile, the Hoyas lost a second-half lead at home vs. South Florida and eventually lost the game SU, which is another reason I liked G'town so much over Villanova.
When I handicap these college basketball games, I always take that into consideration before I release a play, and my feeling is that Villanova wants this game more, needs this game at least as much as, and is simply more talented overall than West Virginia. Villanova has been cash cow this season, covering 15 of their 21 lined games, including an 8-4 mark away from home. West Virginia, on the other hand, has burned cash this year, covering just 9 of 21 lined games with a 4-6 ATS mark at home. I've watched two recent West Virginia games, from wire to wire (Ohio State and Louisville)... both home games... and two games in which they were fortunate to come out on top. I'm not saying West Virginia is incapable of winning tonight, but to ask them to beat a very good Villanova team by 6 or more is a tall task. I'll take Villanova PLUS the number as my top play of the day.
DALLAS MAVERICKS --- If there's anything I've learned about the Dallas Mavericks this year, it's to bet against them at home and back them on the road. Despite their recent slide, the Mavs are still the best road team in the Western Conference and we find them in a GREAT spot tonight. A good team (like the Mavs) that is desperate for a win can often times use a game like this to get themselves back on track. Despite being 31-19 on the season, the Mavs could be a lot better (record-wise) than they are right now, had it not been for the fact they dropped four out of their last five and five of their last eight. Not only that, but the Mavs haven't covered a number since that 128-78 win over the Knicks back on January 24th.
I'm not going to say the Mavs are desperate, but this is as close to desperation as it gets. They need a win to get back where they used to be... the #2 seed in the West. For several weeks the Mavericks were the second best team (at least according to their record) in the Western Conference, but this recent slide has pushed them down the fourth best record in the Conference and they're in danger of falling further behind. The Mavs might not score as many points as the Warriors do, but they do shoot a better percentage from three-point land and from the line, they rebound and defend better, they turn the ball over less and they have a deeper bench. Golden State is going to play a nearly flawless game to stay within this number tonight, and with desperation in Mavs camp, I'm comfortable backing them as a small road favorite. Mavs by 8.
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SPORTS UNLIMITED/MARCO D'ANGELO
CBB Sides Mon, 02/08/10 - 9:00 PM Õ–
double-dime bet 713 Louisiana Tech 2.5 (-110) BetUS vs 714 NMex St
Analysis: PLAY: LOUISIANA TECH
RATING: DOUBLE DIME PLAY
Get revenge spot here for Louisiana Tech. You know I'm a Big situational Capper and we have a situation here that sets up perfectly. First Louisiana Tech just lost 2 games ago to New Mexico St at home as a 10 point favorite so why do I like them tonight? Well the game before that Louisiana Tech was was Hawaii in January. Yeah middle of winter play in Hawaii then return home and don't play for a week. Can you say vacation??? Well simply put Louisiana Tech wasn't mentally prepared for New Mexico St. They will be tonight and New Mexico St is coming off a Big Revenge Win on Saturday over San Jose St. I have Louisiana Tech winning this game by 5 or more. TAKE LOUISIANA TECH as MARCO'S MONDAY 5* KE„Y RELEASE
Marco Rated this Play a 5* on his Executive Late Phone Service
CBB Sides Mon, 02/08/10 - 9:00 PM Õ–
double-dime bet 713 Louisiana Tech 2.5 (-110) BetUS vs 714 NMex St
Analysis: PLAY: LOUISIANA TECH
RATING: DOUBLE DIME PLAY
Get revenge spot here for Louisiana Tech. You know I'm a Big situational Capper and we have a situation here that sets up perfectly. First Louisiana Tech just lost 2 games ago to New Mexico St at home as a 10 point favorite so why do I like them tonight? Well the game before that Louisiana Tech was was Hawaii in January. Yeah middle of winter play in Hawaii then return home and don't play for a week. Can you say vacation??? Well simply put Louisiana Tech wasn't mentally prepared for New Mexico St. They will be tonight and New Mexico St is coming off a Big Revenge Win on Saturday over San Jose St. I have Louisiana Tech winning this game by 5 or more. TAKE LOUISIANA TECH as MARCO'S MONDAY 5* KE„Y RELEASE
Marco Rated this Play a 5* on his Executive Late Phone Service
Dominic Fazzini
Dominic Fazzini Monday's winner 10 Dime -- Kansas (minus points vs. TEXAS)
KANSAS
The Longhorns are having problems right now, going 2-4 in their last six games. And they've been even worse to be on, going 1-9 ATS over their last 10 games.
Facing the Jayhawks today, even if it is at home, is no way to try and get back on track, and Texas isn't going to be able to do it.
Sherron Collins and Xavier Henry form a dangerous backcourt for Kansas, and Cole Aldrich and Marcus Morris should make things tough for Longhorns star Damion James in the paint.
Kansas is 17-7-2 ATS in its last 26 games against Big 12 opponents, while Texas is 6-21-1 ATS in its last 28 conference games.
The Jayhawks have won five of the last six meetings between the teams, though they haven't won in Austin since Feb. 11, 2002. But I think Kansas will use its balance on offense and tough defense to get past Texas today. Go with the Jayhawks to get the victory on the road.
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Dominic Fazzini Monday's winner 10 Dime -- Kansas (minus points vs. TEXAS)
KANSAS
The Longhorns are having problems right now, going 2-4 in their last six games. And they've been even worse to be on, going 1-9 ATS over their last 10 games.
Facing the Jayhawks today, even if it is at home, is no way to try and get back on track, and Texas isn't going to be able to do it.
Sherron Collins and Xavier Henry form a dangerous backcourt for Kansas, and Cole Aldrich and Marcus Morris should make things tough for Longhorns star Damion James in the paint.
Kansas is 17-7-2 ATS in its last 26 games against Big 12 opponents, while Texas is 6-21-1 ATS in its last 28 conference games.
The Jayhawks have won five of the last six meetings between the teams, though they haven't won in Austin since Feb. 11, 2002. But I think Kansas will use its balance on offense and tough defense to get past Texas today. Go with the Jayhawks to get the victory on the road.
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Larry Ness' NBA Total of the Month!
At 8:00 ET my *10* "TOM" is on the NO/Orl OVER the number.
The Orlando Magic are coming off a huge win, a 96-89 victory over the Boston Celtics that allowed the Magic to virtually erase their loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday (or at least allowed their fans to forget about it). The Hornets, who had lost three straight games got a win over the Bobcats on Saturday night to put an end to their losing streak. The Hornets are currently two games out of the eighth spot (behind the Portland Trail Blazers) so every game is important. The city of New Orleans is abuzz because of the Saints’ Super Bowl victory over the Indianapolis Colts and the Hornets would love to ride that momentum to a victory Monday night (note: New Orleans has in fact seen the total go "over" the posted number in 8 of its last 9 overall and in 5 of its last 5 on the road). The Magic enter the game looking for their sixth win in seven games and their ninth win in their last 11 games. The Hornets are 11-16 away from home and the Magic are 19-5 at Amway Arena (note: Orlando has seen the total go "over" the number in 12 of 23 home games this season). Look for both these teams to build off their recent victories; play on the OVER.
Good luck...Larry.
Larry Ness' Superstar (TV) Triple Play! CBB
This three game report includes plays on West Virginia, Texas and New Mexico State.
At 7:00 ET the first *8* of my STP is on West Virginia.
The Wildcats (20-2 overall, 9-1 Big East) saw their 11-game winning streak snapped Saturday at Georgetown, 103-90. They will play at the WVU Coliseum, where fans have been criticized nationally for vulgar language and poor sportsmanship. On their last trip to Morgantown nearly a year ago, the Cats fell under a 43-point barrage from Da'Sean Butler and were routed, 93-72. Georgetown sank 8 of 13 three-point shots against them in the first half and finished 10 of 19 for the game. With Butler going 7 of 7 from beyond the arc, West Virginia (19-3, 8-2) knocked down 10 treys in 15 tries in its 79-60 win Saturday over St. John's. While Villanova outscored the Hoyas, 36-26, in the paint, its four inside players managed a grand total of nine points. Starter Antonio Pena played only 11 minutes before fouling out. Freshman Isaiah Armwood grabbed five rebounds in 20 minutes, but missed three shots and two free-throw attempts (note: Villanova is in fact just 1-4 ATS its last five vs. West Virginia). The Mountaineers, winners of six straight, are led by Butler, a 6-foot-7 senior, who scored 33 against St. John's and is averaging 17.3 points. Kevin Jones, a 6-8 sophomore, is at 14.2 points, and 6-9 sophomore Devin Ebanks averages 11.1 points and a team-high 8.7 rebounds. Dalton Pepper, a 6-5 freshman from Pennsbury High, has played in 20 of WVU's 22 games off the bench and averages 4.2 points while shooting 36.2 percent from three-point range (note: not only are the Mountaineers 5-0 SU their last five, they are also 13-1 SU their last 14). Villanova may be anxious to erase that sub-par effort, but I'm expecting another letdown in this position; lay the points.
Good luck...Larry.
At 9:00 ET the second *8* of my STP is on Texas.
No. 1-ranked Kansas (22-1) has looked like the team it was supposed to be at the beginning of the season, but the No. 9 Longhorns (19-4) have stumbled about the place since being elevated to the top poll position back on Jan. 11. So instead of being a showdown with rankings and No. 1 seeds and the Big 12 championship among the stakes, this game is something entirely different, particularly for Texas. "It's not as hyped up as it was," Longhorns forward Gary Johnson said. "We thought they'd still be undefeated, we'd still be undefeated going into the game." The reasons Texas has plummeted from its brief stay atop the college basketball world aren't all that elusive, though they're not as simple as the media's obsession with the horrid free throw percentage would indicate. The Longhorns have shot .498 from the field in their victories, just .396 in defeat. Their offense has lacked direction through much of the year, but they have so many talented weapons that one or two getting hot in a night – along with reliable star Damion James – generally has been enough to get the Horns through; I expect a concerted effort on both sides of the court at the Frank Erwin Center (note: Texas always plays tough in front of the home town crowd; dating back to last year 15-1 SU its last 16). Marcus Morris had 20 points with 11 rebounds and Sherron Collins added 17 points Saturday, but Kansas needed a 16-1 spurt early in the second half to overcome a four-point deficit and beat last-place Nebraska 75-64. The Jayhawks shot 48.1 percent for their eighth straight victory since losing at then-No. 16 Tennessee on Jan. 10; I expect a letdown tonight (note: Kansas is just 3-6-1 ATS its last 10 overall and just 1-3-1 ATS its last five on the road). The Jayhawks shoddy play catches up to them tonight; grab the points.
Good luck...Larry.
At 9:00 ET the third *8* of my STP is on New Mexico State.
Magnum Rolle scored 21 points to lead Louisiana Tech to a 71-64 victory over San Jose State on Thursday night. Rolle hit consecutive baskets to give the Bulldogs (19-4, 7-2 Western Athletic Conference) a 46-32 lead with 14:20 to play and they never trailed again to win for the second time in three games. Olu Ashaolu added nine points and eight rebounds for the Bulldogs, who shot 14-for-28 from the field in the second half; I expect a letdown tonight (note: Louisiana Tech is 0-5 ATS its last five games; just 1-6 SU its last seven vs. New Mexico State). New Mexico State’s backcourt of Jahmar Young and Jonathan Gibson combined for 45 points and 10 assists Saturday as the Aggies defeated San Jose State 94-82. Young had 25 points and Gibson 20 while each had five assists for New Mexico State (14-8, 7-2 Western Athletic). Troy Gillenwater added 19 and 11 rebounds, and Hamidu Rahman had 11 points and 13 rebounds. The Aggies’ biggest advantage came at the free-throw line, where they hit 18 of 24 shots compared to 9 of 14 for the Spartans; I look for them to carry momentum into this game (note: New Mexico State is both 6-1 SU and ATS its last eight). Matchup issues for the Bulldogs tonight; lay the points.
Good luck...Larry.
At 8:00 ET my *10* "TOM" is on the NO/Orl OVER the number.
The Orlando Magic are coming off a huge win, a 96-89 victory over the Boston Celtics that allowed the Magic to virtually erase their loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday (or at least allowed their fans to forget about it). The Hornets, who had lost three straight games got a win over the Bobcats on Saturday night to put an end to their losing streak. The Hornets are currently two games out of the eighth spot (behind the Portland Trail Blazers) so every game is important. The city of New Orleans is abuzz because of the Saints’ Super Bowl victory over the Indianapolis Colts and the Hornets would love to ride that momentum to a victory Monday night (note: New Orleans has in fact seen the total go "over" the posted number in 8 of its last 9 overall and in 5 of its last 5 on the road). The Magic enter the game looking for their sixth win in seven games and their ninth win in their last 11 games. The Hornets are 11-16 away from home and the Magic are 19-5 at Amway Arena (note: Orlando has seen the total go "over" the number in 12 of 23 home games this season). Look for both these teams to build off their recent victories; play on the OVER.
Good luck...Larry.
Larry Ness' Superstar (TV) Triple Play! CBB
This three game report includes plays on West Virginia, Texas and New Mexico State.
At 7:00 ET the first *8* of my STP is on West Virginia.
The Wildcats (20-2 overall, 9-1 Big East) saw their 11-game winning streak snapped Saturday at Georgetown, 103-90. They will play at the WVU Coliseum, where fans have been criticized nationally for vulgar language and poor sportsmanship. On their last trip to Morgantown nearly a year ago, the Cats fell under a 43-point barrage from Da'Sean Butler and were routed, 93-72. Georgetown sank 8 of 13 three-point shots against them in the first half and finished 10 of 19 for the game. With Butler going 7 of 7 from beyond the arc, West Virginia (19-3, 8-2) knocked down 10 treys in 15 tries in its 79-60 win Saturday over St. John's. While Villanova outscored the Hoyas, 36-26, in the paint, its four inside players managed a grand total of nine points. Starter Antonio Pena played only 11 minutes before fouling out. Freshman Isaiah Armwood grabbed five rebounds in 20 minutes, but missed three shots and two free-throw attempts (note: Villanova is in fact just 1-4 ATS its last five vs. West Virginia). The Mountaineers, winners of six straight, are led by Butler, a 6-foot-7 senior, who scored 33 against St. John's and is averaging 17.3 points. Kevin Jones, a 6-8 sophomore, is at 14.2 points, and 6-9 sophomore Devin Ebanks averages 11.1 points and a team-high 8.7 rebounds. Dalton Pepper, a 6-5 freshman from Pennsbury High, has played in 20 of WVU's 22 games off the bench and averages 4.2 points while shooting 36.2 percent from three-point range (note: not only are the Mountaineers 5-0 SU their last five, they are also 13-1 SU their last 14). Villanova may be anxious to erase that sub-par effort, but I'm expecting another letdown in this position; lay the points.
Good luck...Larry.
At 9:00 ET the second *8* of my STP is on Texas.
No. 1-ranked Kansas (22-1) has looked like the team it was supposed to be at the beginning of the season, but the No. 9 Longhorns (19-4) have stumbled about the place since being elevated to the top poll position back on Jan. 11. So instead of being a showdown with rankings and No. 1 seeds and the Big 12 championship among the stakes, this game is something entirely different, particularly for Texas. "It's not as hyped up as it was," Longhorns forward Gary Johnson said. "We thought they'd still be undefeated, we'd still be undefeated going into the game." The reasons Texas has plummeted from its brief stay atop the college basketball world aren't all that elusive, though they're not as simple as the media's obsession with the horrid free throw percentage would indicate. The Longhorns have shot .498 from the field in their victories, just .396 in defeat. Their offense has lacked direction through much of the year, but they have so many talented weapons that one or two getting hot in a night – along with reliable star Damion James – generally has been enough to get the Horns through; I expect a concerted effort on both sides of the court at the Frank Erwin Center (note: Texas always plays tough in front of the home town crowd; dating back to last year 15-1 SU its last 16). Marcus Morris had 20 points with 11 rebounds and Sherron Collins added 17 points Saturday, but Kansas needed a 16-1 spurt early in the second half to overcome a four-point deficit and beat last-place Nebraska 75-64. The Jayhawks shot 48.1 percent for their eighth straight victory since losing at then-No. 16 Tennessee on Jan. 10; I expect a letdown tonight (note: Kansas is just 3-6-1 ATS its last 10 overall and just 1-3-1 ATS its last five on the road). The Jayhawks shoddy play catches up to them tonight; grab the points.
Good luck...Larry.
At 9:00 ET the third *8* of my STP is on New Mexico State.
Magnum Rolle scored 21 points to lead Louisiana Tech to a 71-64 victory over San Jose State on Thursday night. Rolle hit consecutive baskets to give the Bulldogs (19-4, 7-2 Western Athletic Conference) a 46-32 lead with 14:20 to play and they never trailed again to win for the second time in three games. Olu Ashaolu added nine points and eight rebounds for the Bulldogs, who shot 14-for-28 from the field in the second half; I expect a letdown tonight (note: Louisiana Tech is 0-5 ATS its last five games; just 1-6 SU its last seven vs. New Mexico State). New Mexico State’s backcourt of Jahmar Young and Jonathan Gibson combined for 45 points and 10 assists Saturday as the Aggies defeated San Jose State 94-82. Young had 25 points and Gibson 20 while each had five assists for New Mexico State (14-8, 7-2 Western Athletic). Troy Gillenwater added 19 and 11 rebounds, and Hamidu Rahman had 11 points and 13 rebounds. The Aggies’ biggest advantage came at the free-throw line, where they hit 18 of 24 shots compared to 9 of 14 for the Spartans; I look for them to carry momentum into this game (note: New Mexico State is both 6-1 SU and ATS its last eight). Matchup issues for the Bulldogs tonight; lay the points.
Good luck...Larry.
