ALL STAR SELECTIONS
SATURDAY PLAYS
NBA Basketball
10* Play New Orleans (+3.5) over Los Angeles Lakers
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NCAA Basketball
10* Play St. Mary’s (-17) over Loyola-Marymount
5* Play Florida Atlantic (-12) over Florida International
5* Play Missouri (-10) over Colorado
SATURDAY PLAYS
NBA Basketball
10* Play New Orleans (+3.5) over Los Angeles Lakers
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NCAA Basketball
10* Play St. Mary’s (-17) over Loyola-Marymount
5* Play Florida Atlantic (-12) over Florida International
5* Play Missouri (-10) over Colorado
JACK JONES
25* Packers/Steelers Super Bowl XLV No-Brainer on Green Bay -2.5
I'm taking the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XLV to cap off what has been an amazing run to end the season. Sure, the Pittsburgh Steelers have the edge in experience as they are playing in their third Super Bowl in six years. But this is a new season, and when they get between those white lines the best team is going to win. I believe this is a very evenly matched game defensively, as both teams allow exactly 15.3 PPG. But I give the clear advantage offensively to the Packers. Green Bay is scoring 25.2 PPG and averaging 360 TYPG. Pittsburgh isn't far behind at 23.9 PPG and 337 TYPG, but the playing surface clearly favors the Packers. This game will be played in a dome inside new Cowboys Stadium. Sure, the Packers are used to playing in cold weather, but they are built to play in a dome. Aaron Rodgers in perfect conditions is basically unstoppable. Not that he hasn't been good outdoors, but indoors he's almost super-human.
In three dome games in which he started and finished this season, Rodgers has thrown for 1,011 yards and 8 touchdowns with no interceptions. He is the real deal, and will put to rest all of his critics that say he's not among the elite quarterbacks in this league until he wins a Super Bowl. Teams have had success spreading out the Steelers and throwing it around, the New England Patriots who beat the Steelers 39-26 earlier this season. Tom Brady threw for 350 yards and 3 touchdowns on 30-of-43 passing. I fully expect a similar peformance from Rodgers and the Packers Sunday. Defensively, the Packers will take advantage of a banged up Steelers offensive line as their blitzing scheme works to perfection. Ben Roethlisberger holds onto the ball way too long which is why Green Bay's blitzes will get to him. Aaron Rodgers gets the ball out really quick, which is why Pittsburgh's blitzes will not get to him. I am predicting a final score of Green Bay 28 - Pittsburgh 20. Roll with the Packers in Super Bowl XLV.
NCAAB
15* CBB Saturday No-Doubt Rout on Wichita State -16.5
15* Big 12 GAME OF THE WEEK on Texas Tech +20.5
15* CBB Saturday Undervalued Underdog on Louisiana Tech +7
TOP PLAY
20* Lakers/Hornets NBA Saturday No-Brainer on New Orleans +4
25* Packers/Steelers Super Bowl XLV No-Brainer on Green Bay -2.5
I'm taking the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XLV to cap off what has been an amazing run to end the season. Sure, the Pittsburgh Steelers have the edge in experience as they are playing in their third Super Bowl in six years. But this is a new season, and when they get between those white lines the best team is going to win. I believe this is a very evenly matched game defensively, as both teams allow exactly 15.3 PPG. But I give the clear advantage offensively to the Packers. Green Bay is scoring 25.2 PPG and averaging 360 TYPG. Pittsburgh isn't far behind at 23.9 PPG and 337 TYPG, but the playing surface clearly favors the Packers. This game will be played in a dome inside new Cowboys Stadium. Sure, the Packers are used to playing in cold weather, but they are built to play in a dome. Aaron Rodgers in perfect conditions is basically unstoppable. Not that he hasn't been good outdoors, but indoors he's almost super-human.
In three dome games in which he started and finished this season, Rodgers has thrown for 1,011 yards and 8 touchdowns with no interceptions. He is the real deal, and will put to rest all of his critics that say he's not among the elite quarterbacks in this league until he wins a Super Bowl. Teams have had success spreading out the Steelers and throwing it around, the New England Patriots who beat the Steelers 39-26 earlier this season. Tom Brady threw for 350 yards and 3 touchdowns on 30-of-43 passing. I fully expect a similar peformance from Rodgers and the Packers Sunday. Defensively, the Packers will take advantage of a banged up Steelers offensive line as their blitzing scheme works to perfection. Ben Roethlisberger holds onto the ball way too long which is why Green Bay's blitzes will get to him. Aaron Rodgers gets the ball out really quick, which is why Pittsburgh's blitzes will not get to him. I am predicting a final score of Green Bay 28 - Pittsburgh 20. Roll with the Packers in Super Bowl XLV.
NCAAB
15* CBB Saturday No-Doubt Rout on Wichita State -16.5
15* Big 12 GAME OF THE WEEK on Texas Tech +20.5
15* CBB Saturday Undervalued Underdog on Louisiana Tech +7
TOP PLAY
20* Lakers/Hornets NBA Saturday No-Brainer on New Orleans +4
BOOKIEASSASSIN
Randy Bruce
2/5/11 - Saturday Plays
NCAA BB:
10 DIME* Oklahoma +10
The Sooners have won 4 straight and look to make it 5 against their arch rival Oklahoma State. Oklahoma has played outstanding basketball during this stretch, surprising many pundits who thought they would finish near the bottom of the Big 12. Oklahoma State is coming off a big win against Missouri, but I don't see them running away from the Sooners in this one. Look for a close match in this rivalry game, with the winning team securing a late 5-7 point victory.
10 DIME* Syracuse -7.5
The Orange bounced back from their 4-game losing streak with a nice win at Connecticut in their last outing. This game at South Florida, one of the worst teams in the Big East, is a chance for 'Cuse to prove it is still one of the premier teams in the nation. Expect strong performances from Scoop Jardine and Kris Joseph and look for Syracuse to roll to an easy road win as South Florida just won't be able to hang with Syracuse for the entire game.
NBA:
10 DIME* Bulls -3.5
Chicago is quietly looking like the best team in the East right now. They have won 6 in a row and I see no reason why they will not continue their streak at Golden State. I think the Bulls' defense will shut down the Warriors' high-scoring attack, and look for Derrick Rose to make some plays in the second half to lead Chicago to a victory.
Randy Bruce
2/5/11 - Saturday Plays
NCAA BB:
10 DIME* Oklahoma +10
The Sooners have won 4 straight and look to make it 5 against their arch rival Oklahoma State. Oklahoma has played outstanding basketball during this stretch, surprising many pundits who thought they would finish near the bottom of the Big 12. Oklahoma State is coming off a big win against Missouri, but I don't see them running away from the Sooners in this one. Look for a close match in this rivalry game, with the winning team securing a late 5-7 point victory.
10 DIME* Syracuse -7.5
The Orange bounced back from their 4-game losing streak with a nice win at Connecticut in their last outing. This game at South Florida, one of the worst teams in the Big East, is a chance for 'Cuse to prove it is still one of the premier teams in the nation. Expect strong performances from Scoop Jardine and Kris Joseph and look for Syracuse to roll to an easy road win as South Florida just won't be able to hang with Syracuse for the entire game.
NBA:
10 DIME* Bulls -3.5
Chicago is quietly looking like the best team in the East right now. They have won 6 in a row and I see no reason why they will not continue their streak at Golden State. I think the Bulls' defense will shut down the Warriors' high-scoring attack, and look for Derrick Rose to make some plays in the second half to lead Chicago to a victory.
BOOKIEASSASSIN
John Chang
Chang continues to dominate the world of pro hockey, netting another win last night to increase my record in that sport to 20-8! We're going to shift gears and move our attention to the college hoops matchups on this great saturday! Stop back tonight for my Super Bowl selections. Let's nab that 4th winning day in row! Good Luck. --NBA Selection coming in the afternoon --
CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS -3 over Butler Bulldogs, 10 dimes
Just like I've been saying for a while now, and just as you probably already know, Butler's stranglehold on the Horizon League has been loosened considerably this year. Actually, they've completely lost it. Last game's loss to perennial punching bag Youngstown State is more than likely going to be the straw that broke Butler's back. That's three losses in a row, and 4 losses in their last 5 games, and this proud program is already looking forward to next year. Much of their shortcomings are on the defensive side of the court, as they are a far cry from the tough defense that led Butler to so many conference titles. Despite their woes, the Bulldogs did manage to beat up on the Vikings last month. With that said, I believe Cleveland State is ready to get some whole-hearted revenge on Butler, and this matchup at home with them is just the way to do it. Cleveland State is on a six game tear, hot off a win against Valparaiso, and surely they've had this showdown with the Bulldogs circled on their calendar. Butler is 1-5 ATS in their last 6 road contests, while Cleveland St. is 13-0 SU at home this season, and they've covered in their last 2 home games. Look for the Vikings to come out guns-blazing, and to cement their new-found position at the top of the Horizon league.
Duquesne Dukes -7.5 over ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES, 10 dimes
I've taken the Bonnies a few times this year, as they play hard-nosed basketball on the road, and are a good bet to cover the number. But at home, they've been the same old mediocre program, backed-up by a 2-4 ATS home record. The Dukes on the other hand, have been playing lights-out home and away, racking up an impressive 10-2 record against the number this season. What's even more amazing is the fact that all 16 of Duquesne's victories have come by double digits. The Dukes will make shutting down Andrew Nicholson the top priority, and they also have the right backcourt to stifle the improving guard play from St. Bonaventure. The Bonnies are going to have their hands very full with the 10th ranked scoring attack of Duquesne, and with one of the weakest defenses in the country, the Bonnies will probably fall behind by 15 or so by halftime. There's many other things that the Dukes do much better than the Bonnies, such as sharing and protecting the ball, but just take Chang's word for it...this game is gonna be ugly.
Colorado State Rams -4.5 over WYOMING COWBOYS, 10 dimes
The Cowboys have done a superb job of covering the number at home this year, but with their 6th loss in a row chalked up in the books, I don't see them as having the offensive firepower or the heart to stay within the number tonight. The biggest difficulty for them tonight is going to be keeping up with the scoring of the Rams, who average well over 70 points per game. Unfortunately for Wyoming, they just don't have the talent to do it. Colorado State has won and covered easily in the last three meetings between these two teams, and they've gone a stellar 6-1 ATS on the road this season. 4.5 points? Really? Take the much better team in Colorado St.
John Chang
Chang continues to dominate the world of pro hockey, netting another win last night to increase my record in that sport to 20-8! We're going to shift gears and move our attention to the college hoops matchups on this great saturday! Stop back tonight for my Super Bowl selections. Let's nab that 4th winning day in row! Good Luck. --NBA Selection coming in the afternoon --
CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS -3 over Butler Bulldogs, 10 dimes
Just like I've been saying for a while now, and just as you probably already know, Butler's stranglehold on the Horizon League has been loosened considerably this year. Actually, they've completely lost it. Last game's loss to perennial punching bag Youngstown State is more than likely going to be the straw that broke Butler's back. That's three losses in a row, and 4 losses in their last 5 games, and this proud program is already looking forward to next year. Much of their shortcomings are on the defensive side of the court, as they are a far cry from the tough defense that led Butler to so many conference titles. Despite their woes, the Bulldogs did manage to beat up on the Vikings last month. With that said, I believe Cleveland State is ready to get some whole-hearted revenge on Butler, and this matchup at home with them is just the way to do it. Cleveland State is on a six game tear, hot off a win against Valparaiso, and surely they've had this showdown with the Bulldogs circled on their calendar. Butler is 1-5 ATS in their last 6 road contests, while Cleveland St. is 13-0 SU at home this season, and they've covered in their last 2 home games. Look for the Vikings to come out guns-blazing, and to cement their new-found position at the top of the Horizon league.
Duquesne Dukes -7.5 over ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES, 10 dimes
I've taken the Bonnies a few times this year, as they play hard-nosed basketball on the road, and are a good bet to cover the number. But at home, they've been the same old mediocre program, backed-up by a 2-4 ATS home record. The Dukes on the other hand, have been playing lights-out home and away, racking up an impressive 10-2 record against the number this season. What's even more amazing is the fact that all 16 of Duquesne's victories have come by double digits. The Dukes will make shutting down Andrew Nicholson the top priority, and they also have the right backcourt to stifle the improving guard play from St. Bonaventure. The Bonnies are going to have their hands very full with the 10th ranked scoring attack of Duquesne, and with one of the weakest defenses in the country, the Bonnies will probably fall behind by 15 or so by halftime. There's many other things that the Dukes do much better than the Bonnies, such as sharing and protecting the ball, but just take Chang's word for it...this game is gonna be ugly.
Colorado State Rams -4.5 over WYOMING COWBOYS, 10 dimes
The Cowboys have done a superb job of covering the number at home this year, but with their 6th loss in a row chalked up in the books, I don't see them as having the offensive firepower or the heart to stay within the number tonight. The biggest difficulty for them tonight is going to be keeping up with the scoring of the Rams, who average well over 70 points per game. Unfortunately for Wyoming, they just don't have the talent to do it. Colorado State has won and covered easily in the last three meetings between these two teams, and they've gone a stellar 6-1 ATS on the road this season. 4.5 points? Really? Take the much better team in Colorado St.
Out of curiosity what is RAS's monitored record this season? Where can I see his results? Few guys on here love him, I will bet he isn't monitored and is just fleecing a few of you into thinking he is good. Let's see. Provide link please.
Anybody want to get or split the sports boss? He has five * play tipping at 6:00 est tonight on arkansas v mississippi game.
