BRIAN EDWARDS
Toronto at Indiana
Pick: Under 219.5
The 'under' has prevailed in seven of the Pacers' last nine games. For the season, Indy has seen the 'under' go 26-20-2 overall, 12-9-2 in its home assignments. Toronto has been more of an 'over' squad this season, but the Raptors will be without one of their leading scorers in Hedo Turkoglu tonight. High number, let's play it 'under' the tally
Toronto at Indiana
Pick: Under 219.5
The 'under' has prevailed in seven of the Pacers' last nine games. For the season, Indy has seen the 'under' go 26-20-2 overall, 12-9-2 in its home assignments. Toronto has been more of an 'over' squad this season, but the Raptors will be without one of their leading scorers in Hedo Turkoglu tonight. High number, let's play it 'under' the tally
Nick "BookieKiller" Parsons
WISCONSIN -2
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Michigan State is sitting comfortably atop the Big Ten standings, mostly because it’s found ways to win on the road. Wisconsin, however, is one place where victories have been hard to come in by recent years for the league’s only unbeaten team; for a number of different reasons I believe the value in this game is on Wisconsin:
Leading scorer Kalin Lucas (16.0 points per game) has been the difference in the Spartans’ last two road wins. The reigning Big Ten player of the year hit the go-ahead basket with 3.5 seconds left to give Michigan State a 57-56 win at rival Michigan on Jan 26, three days after he hit a 3-pointer with 1:27 remaining to put his team up for good in a 65-64 victory at Minnesota.
Keep in mind that Michigan State may be 5-0 SU its last five, but its 1-4 ATS its last five overall and 3-6 ATS its last nine on the road.
On the other side of the court: Though Michigan State has won the last two meetings in the series and didn’t face the Badgers on the road last season, the Spartans haven’t won at the Kohl Center since a 51-47 victory Feb. 27, 2001.
Wisconsin (16-5, 6-3) has won 17 in a row in Madison and the home team has won the last nine games played in this series. The Badgers have also won five consecutive home games against ranked opponents.
Opponents are shooting 38.7 percent and averaging 53.1 points in Wisconsin’s 12 home games this season. The Badgers held the Spartans to 38.1 percent shooting in East Lansing on Jan. 6, but shot 33.3 percent themselves en route to a 54-47 defeat; I expect them to also play with the "revenge factor".
Remember, Wisconsin is 10-3 SU its last 13 and always plays tough at home, especially recently; 5-0 SU its last five at the Kohl Center.
Bottom line: This contest begins a daunting three-game stretch in which Michigan State faces three of the four teams tied for second place in the league. After Wisconsin, the Spartans visit Illinois on Saturday, then host No. 8 Purdue on Feb. 9; I expect them to falter today; look for WISCONSIN to improve to 8-6 ATS this year when playing the roll of favorite and for Michigan State to fall to 1-3 ATS as an underdog!
*9* WISCONSIN.[/FONT]
WISCONSIN -2
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Michigan State is sitting comfortably atop the Big Ten standings, mostly because it’s found ways to win on the road. Wisconsin, however, is one place where victories have been hard to come in by recent years for the league’s only unbeaten team; for a number of different reasons I believe the value in this game is on Wisconsin:
Leading scorer Kalin Lucas (16.0 points per game) has been the difference in the Spartans’ last two road wins. The reigning Big Ten player of the year hit the go-ahead basket with 3.5 seconds left to give Michigan State a 57-56 win at rival Michigan on Jan 26, three days after he hit a 3-pointer with 1:27 remaining to put his team up for good in a 65-64 victory at Minnesota.
Keep in mind that Michigan State may be 5-0 SU its last five, but its 1-4 ATS its last five overall and 3-6 ATS its last nine on the road.
On the other side of the court: Though Michigan State has won the last two meetings in the series and didn’t face the Badgers on the road last season, the Spartans haven’t won at the Kohl Center since a 51-47 victory Feb. 27, 2001.
Wisconsin (16-5, 6-3) has won 17 in a row in Madison and the home team has won the last nine games played in this series. The Badgers have also won five consecutive home games against ranked opponents.
Opponents are shooting 38.7 percent and averaging 53.1 points in Wisconsin’s 12 home games this season. The Badgers held the Spartans to 38.1 percent shooting in East Lansing on Jan. 6, but shot 33.3 percent themselves en route to a 54-47 defeat; I expect them to also play with the "revenge factor".
Remember, Wisconsin is 10-3 SU its last 13 and always plays tough at home, especially recently; 5-0 SU its last five at the Kohl Center.
Bottom line: This contest begins a daunting three-game stretch in which Michigan State faces three of the four teams tied for second place in the league. After Wisconsin, the Spartans visit Illinois on Saturday, then host No. 8 Purdue on Feb. 9; I expect them to falter today; look for WISCONSIN to improve to 8-6 ATS this year when playing the roll of favorite and for Michigan State to fall to 1-3 ATS as an underdog!
*9* WISCONSIN.[/FONT]
Tony George
NORTHWESTERN -1.5
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Like the Wildcats at home against Michigan, a team they have already beaten on the road by 6 points this season. The Wildcats kinda fly under the radar screen here in the Big 10, and gave Michigan State all they wanted this weekend. John Shurma is a 6'8" power forward who is a premier player in the Big 10 who pumped in 31 points against a stout Mich. St. defense in his last game. Michigan has issues on the road, mainly scoring, at 58 ppg on offense. Michiogan does play good defsne, but NW a good team overall and has good perimeter shooters, almost 40% from beyond the arc.
Play 1 Unit on Northwestern.[/FONT]
NORTHWESTERN -1.5
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Like the Wildcats at home against Michigan, a team they have already beaten on the road by 6 points this season. The Wildcats kinda fly under the radar screen here in the Big 10, and gave Michigan State all they wanted this weekend. John Shurma is a 6'8" power forward who is a premier player in the Big 10 who pumped in 31 points against a stout Mich. St. defense in his last game. Michigan has issues on the road, mainly scoring, at 58 ppg on offense. Michiogan does play good defsne, but NW a good team overall and has good perimeter shooters, almost 40% from beyond the arc.
Play 1 Unit on Northwestern.[/FONT]
Rocketman
OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER -1
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Atlanta is 1-6 SU and ATS this year revenging a home loss against an opponent. Atlanta is 39-69 ATS since 1996 in a road game when the total is between 190 and 194 1/2. Oklahoma City is 12-4 ATS last 3 years and 7-1 ATS this year against Southeast division opponents. Hawks are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. Hawks are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games as a road underdog of 0.5-4.5. Thunder are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Thunder are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning SU record. Thunder are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. Thunder are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. Eastern Conference. Thunder are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 vs. NBA Southeast. Thunder are 18-5 ATS in their last 23 Tuesday games. Thunder are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Thunder are 37-17 ATS in their last 54 games following a ATS loss. Hawks are 3-13 ATS in the last 16 meetings. We'll play Oklahoma City for 3 units tonight! Thanks and good luck, Rocky.[/FONT]
OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER -1
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Atlanta is 1-6 SU and ATS this year revenging a home loss against an opponent. Atlanta is 39-69 ATS since 1996 in a road game when the total is between 190 and 194 1/2. Oklahoma City is 12-4 ATS last 3 years and 7-1 ATS this year against Southeast division opponents. Hawks are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5. Hawks are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games as a road underdog of 0.5-4.5. Thunder are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Thunder are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning SU record. Thunder are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. Thunder are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. Eastern Conference. Thunder are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 vs. NBA Southeast. Thunder are 18-5 ATS in their last 23 Tuesday games. Thunder are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Thunder are 37-17 ATS in their last 54 games following a ATS loss. Hawks are 3-13 ATS in the last 16 meetings. We'll play Oklahoma City for 3 units tonight! Thanks and good luck, Rocky.[/FONT]
Ron Raymond
DALLAS STARS -135
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]If this was 1980, it would be called a inter-squad Norris Division scrimmage between the Green and White. The Minnesota North Stars who are now the Dallas Stars are 10-0 SU vs. the Wild in their last 10 meetings in this building. Turco owns the Wild with a 13-4 SU record. When DALLAS team played as a home team - Vs Non Division Opponent - After a conference game - Scored 2 or less goals FOR in their last game - Coming off vs Pacific division opponent; the Stars are 41-9-2 SU in this spot. Take Dallas.[/FONT]
DALLAS STARS -135
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]If this was 1980, it would be called a inter-squad Norris Division scrimmage between the Green and White. The Minnesota North Stars who are now the Dallas Stars are 10-0 SU vs. the Wild in their last 10 meetings in this building. Turco owns the Wild with a 13-4 SU record. When DALLAS team played as a home team - Vs Non Division Opponent - After a conference game - Scored 2 or less goals FOR in their last game - Coming off vs Pacific division opponent; the Stars are 41-9-2 SU in this spot. Take Dallas.[/FONT]
Mike Lineback
Grizzlies/Cavaliers UNDER 199
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Not willing to do lay the points but have strong inclination Cleveland will put the defensive clamp-down on the Grizzlies tonight. Cavs playing at a high level, especially on the defensive end. And playing with revenge from earlier season OT loss in Memphis. Young Grizz team playing second b2b in 5 nights. Hence, they have to be running out of gas, especially after grinding out an exhausting win vs. LA last night. Tired legs + contested shots = a tough offensive challenge for the visitors. Plus, team lacks depth. Just a very bad scheduling spot for the visiting Grizzlies. Take the Under.[/FONT]
Grizzlies/Cavaliers UNDER 199
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Not willing to do lay the points but have strong inclination Cleveland will put the defensive clamp-down on the Grizzlies tonight. Cavs playing at a high level, especially on the defensive end. And playing with revenge from earlier season OT loss in Memphis. Young Grizz team playing second b2b in 5 nights. Hence, they have to be running out of gas, especially after grinding out an exhausting win vs. LA last night. Tired legs + contested shots = a tough offensive challenge for the visitors. Plus, team lacks depth. Just a very bad scheduling spot for the visiting Grizzlies. Take the Under.[/FONT]
Lenny Del Genio
LA SALLE +4.5
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]This is a crucial game for the Explorers, who we have cashed previously this season in a blowout win over Pennsylvania (terrible team!) a little less than two weeks ago. Since that time, they have interestingly dropped two of three with a road win over Fordham sandwiched in between. Before that, LaSalle was 5-2 SU at home with only a loss to Xavier. This was a team that was supposed to contend with Dayton and Xavier for A-10 supremacy, but instead has watched both Temple and Rhode Island take that honor. Maybe we shouldn't be so surprised by Rhode Island as they returned nine players from last year's NIT team. But the fact remains that they are 13-25 ATS in conference play the last three seasons and have covered just one of their last five games, an upset victory at Dayton. The Rams are 2-8 ATS when favored this season. Take LaSalle.[/FONT]
LA SALLE +4.5
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]This is a crucial game for the Explorers, who we have cashed previously this season in a blowout win over Pennsylvania (terrible team!) a little less than two weeks ago. Since that time, they have interestingly dropped two of three with a road win over Fordham sandwiched in between. Before that, LaSalle was 5-2 SU at home with only a loss to Xavier. This was a team that was supposed to contend with Dayton and Xavier for A-10 supremacy, but instead has watched both Temple and Rhode Island take that honor. Maybe we shouldn't be so surprised by Rhode Island as they returned nine players from last year's NIT team. But the fact remains that they are 13-25 ATS in conference play the last three seasons and have covered just one of their last five games, an upset victory at Dayton. The Rams are 2-8 ATS when favored this season. Take LaSalle.[/FONT]
SPARTAN
524 Northwestern -2.0 (-110) Bookmaker.com vs 523 Michigan triple-dime bet
Analysis:
NBA Sides Tue, 02/02/10 - 7:05 PM È~
dime bet 501 MIL 9.5 (-110) BetUS vs 502 ORL Analysis: �
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dime bet 510 OKL -1.0 (-110) BetUS vs 509 ATL Analysis: �
CBB Total Tue, 02/02/10 - 7:00 PM È~
dime bet 529 Providence / 530 Syracuse Under 169.0 Bookmaker.com Analysis: �
CBB Sides Tue, 02/02/10 - 8:00 PM È~
dime bet 547 Jacksonville St. 0.0 (-110) Bodog vs 548 Tennessee St. Analysis: � Paid for by me
524 Northwestern -2.0 (-110) Bookmaker.com vs 523 Michigan triple-dime bet
Analysis:
NBA Sides Tue, 02/02/10 - 7:05 PM È~
dime bet 501 MIL 9.5 (-110) BetUS vs 502 ORL Analysis: �
NBA Sides Tue, 02/02/10 - 8:05 PM È~
dime bet 510 OKL -1.0 (-110) BetUS vs 509 ATL Analysis: �
CBB Total Tue, 02/02/10 - 7:00 PM È~
dime bet 529 Providence / 530 Syracuse Under 169.0 Bookmaker.com Analysis: �
CBB Sides Tue, 02/02/10 - 8:00 PM È~
dime bet 547 Jacksonville St. 0.0 (-110) Bodog vs 548 Tennessee St. Analysis: � Paid for by me
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1:16:58pm 2010-02-02 530 Syracuse Over 166
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SCOTT RICKENBACH
Game: Michigan at Northwestern Feb 2 2010 7:00PM
Prediction: Michigan
Reason: Scott Rickenbach’s NCAAB 10* (TOP PLAY) Michigan Wolverines (+) @ Northwestern @ 7:00 PM ET – RATING SYSTEM: Plays range from 6* up to 10*. The 6*, 7*, and 8* picks are the normal, daily play ratings. The 9* and 10* picks are the higher-rated plays and are Top Plays! A 10* Top Play, of course, is a level above a 9* Top Play!
The premise for this selection is very similar to the situation that led to our play on Western Michigan yesterday. In that game the Broncos absolutely rolled from start to finish at Buffalo. As for today’s situation, this is another case of a team that came into the season with high expectations, then lost a couple big games and everyone immediately jumped off the bandwagon. The result is that the Wolverines continue to give us more value than many other teams and that is why it should come as no big surprise that this team is now a perfect 6-0 ATS when installed as an underdog this season. Also, note that Michigan is 7-2 ATS in Big Ten games this season and, off of a defensive-minded 60-46 win over Iowa, note that the Wolverines are 3-1 ATS this season when they allowed 60 points or less in their prior game. While Michigan has been considered a disappointment so far this season they have indeed showed some signs of turning things around and, under Coach John Beilein, there is no doubt that this team is well-coached. The players are also starting to get more and more adjusted to his systems. Still, even though the Wolverines have covered six straight games and eight of their last nine, they are viewed as a disappointment in the eyes of most followers of the Big Ten. That helps to give us line value and that is especially true when Michigan is facing a team like Northwestern whom has overachieved so far this season.
The Wildcats, after losing some key players early including a big scorer in Kevin Coble, were expected to struggle this season. However, Northwestern jumped out of the gates with a 10-1 start that got everybody’s attention. The Wildcats have since gone just 4-6 but they’ve still been a covering machine and most everyone is enamored with them because of their strong start to the season. What we see is a Wildcats team that is over-rated and is playing right into the “teeth of revenge” here. The Wolverines hosted Northwestern last month, got out to a big double digit lead and then watched the Wildcats come all the way back to steal a win on Michigan’s home floor. The Wolverines have had this game circled ever since and with talented players like Manny Harris in the backcourt and DeShawn Sims in the frontcourt, they are fully capable of getting their revenge here. The Wildcats are a ridiculous 11 of 24 from three point land in their win at Michigan and that is highly unlikely to be repeated here. Essentially, Northwestern outscored the Wolverines by 12 points from three point land and that was the difference in the Wildcats taking the game by a final score of 68 to 62. Northwestern has allowed their last four opponents to shoot better than 50% combined from the field (including 55% at home against Illinois!) while the Wildcats have been held to 42.6% or less in 9 of their last 12 games. This is simply not a very good team offensively and with their defense now “slipping up” as well, they are in for trouble against a fired up Wolverines team that has been playing it’s best basketball of the season. Michigan’s three recent straight-up losses came against Michigan State and then in two road games at Purdue and Wisconsin. All of those are tough match-ups and those defeats are helping to give us line value in a big-time revenge spot here where the Wolverines are the much more talented team and will bring their “A game” tonight. Play Michigan plus the points as a 10* top play selection.
*10* MICHIGAN +2
Game: Michigan at Northwestern Feb 2 2010 7:00PM
Prediction: Michigan
Reason: Scott Rickenbach’s NCAAB 10* (TOP PLAY) Michigan Wolverines (+) @ Northwestern @ 7:00 PM ET – RATING SYSTEM: Plays range from 6* up to 10*. The 6*, 7*, and 8* picks are the normal, daily play ratings. The 9* and 10* picks are the higher-rated plays and are Top Plays! A 10* Top Play, of course, is a level above a 9* Top Play!
The premise for this selection is very similar to the situation that led to our play on Western Michigan yesterday. In that game the Broncos absolutely rolled from start to finish at Buffalo. As for today’s situation, this is another case of a team that came into the season with high expectations, then lost a couple big games and everyone immediately jumped off the bandwagon. The result is that the Wolverines continue to give us more value than many other teams and that is why it should come as no big surprise that this team is now a perfect 6-0 ATS when installed as an underdog this season. Also, note that Michigan is 7-2 ATS in Big Ten games this season and, off of a defensive-minded 60-46 win over Iowa, note that the Wolverines are 3-1 ATS this season when they allowed 60 points or less in their prior game. While Michigan has been considered a disappointment so far this season they have indeed showed some signs of turning things around and, under Coach John Beilein, there is no doubt that this team is well-coached. The players are also starting to get more and more adjusted to his systems. Still, even though the Wolverines have covered six straight games and eight of their last nine, they are viewed as a disappointment in the eyes of most followers of the Big Ten. That helps to give us line value and that is especially true when Michigan is facing a team like Northwestern whom has overachieved so far this season.
The Wildcats, after losing some key players early including a big scorer in Kevin Coble, were expected to struggle this season. However, Northwestern jumped out of the gates with a 10-1 start that got everybody’s attention. The Wildcats have since gone just 4-6 but they’ve still been a covering machine and most everyone is enamored with them because of their strong start to the season. What we see is a Wildcats team that is over-rated and is playing right into the “teeth of revenge” here. The Wolverines hosted Northwestern last month, got out to a big double digit lead and then watched the Wildcats come all the way back to steal a win on Michigan’s home floor. The Wolverines have had this game circled ever since and with talented players like Manny Harris in the backcourt and DeShawn Sims in the frontcourt, they are fully capable of getting their revenge here. The Wildcats are a ridiculous 11 of 24 from three point land in their win at Michigan and that is highly unlikely to be repeated here. Essentially, Northwestern outscored the Wolverines by 12 points from three point land and that was the difference in the Wildcats taking the game by a final score of 68 to 62. Northwestern has allowed their last four opponents to shoot better than 50% combined from the field (including 55% at home against Illinois!) while the Wildcats have been held to 42.6% or less in 9 of their last 12 games. This is simply not a very good team offensively and with their defense now “slipping up” as well, they are in for trouble against a fired up Wolverines team that has been playing it’s best basketball of the season. Michigan’s three recent straight-up losses came against Michigan State and then in two road games at Purdue and Wisconsin. All of those are tough match-ups and those defeats are helping to give us line value in a big-time revenge spot here where the Wolverines are the much more talented team and will bring their “A game” tonight. Play Michigan plus the points as a 10* top play selection.
*10* MICHIGAN +2
