Take Oakland on the RUN LINE.

This is my LVSM

Game 928.

1:07 pm pst.

Oakland has taken Games 1 and 2 of this series by a combined, 18-3, to give the A's eight wins over the last 10 matchups with the White Sox. Oakland is red-hot, winning 16 of their last 21 overall outings to climb within 6.0 GB Houston in the AL West. They are scoring runs while their pitching staff ranks 7th with a Team ERA of 4.01. They start Brett Anderson here. The LH, who dons a 9-5, 3.86 mark on the campaign, has allowed three runs or fewer in eight of his last nine starts. Chicago is in trouble, perched in 3rd place in the AL Central at 42-46, reputed to be one of the AL's poorest road teams at 17-26 as a visitor. Reynaldo Lopez has lost four of his last five decisions en route to a 4-8, 6.34 record. The White Sox are 7-19 the last 26 vs. the AL West and 1-6 the last seven on the road. The A's e 41-10 the last 51 vs. the AL Central and 5-0 the last five during Game 3 of a series. Take Oakland on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Tampa Bay on the RUN LINE in the 1st Game of the DH.

This is my DP.

Game 983.

10:05 am pst.

Tampa Bay has won six of the none meetings with their AL East rivals this season, including Game 1 of this series, yesterday. The Rays, which enters this game winning three straight overall, are one of baseball's best road teams, sporting a 27-17 away record. They send Brendan McKay to the bump. The LH is 1-0 with a 2.45 ERA on the campaign. The 23-year old is making his third career start, while the first two turns were against such notables as Texas and New York, pitching very well in both. The Orioles give Aaron Brooks the nod. The RH, who was claimed off waivers from the A's on Tuesday (six of his 15 appearances were as a starter for Oakland TY) is 2-3 with a 5.01 ERA. Tampa Bay is 10-3 the last 13 vs. Baltimore, 5-1 the last six vs. RH starters, and 7-3 the last 10 overall. Baltimore is 1-6 the last seven opening games of a DH, 14-39 the last 52 at home, and 14-41 the last 55 overall. Take the Rays on the RUN LINE. Thank you.  

Take New York on the RL.

This is my RL GOW.

Game 916.

4:05 pm pst.

New York, which owns the best record in the AL at 57-31, has taken the last four meetings with Toronto. Today, Domingo German takes the mound. The RH is 10-2 with a 3.67 ERA on the campaign, including a 4-1, 2.37 mark in six starts at Yankee Stadium. The Blue Jay's give Aaron Sanchez the nod. The RH (3-12, 6.16 ERA TY) was been tagged for seven runs at Yankee Stadium back on June 24th and is riding an eight-start losing streak. Toronto is 5-13 the last 18 on the road, 2-7 the last nine vs. the AL East, and 1-12 in Sanchez's last 13 starts. New York  is 38-14 the last 52 vs. RH starters, 47-18 the last 65 vs. the AL East, and 7-0 in German's last seven starts vs. the AL East. Take the Yankees on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Atlanta.

This is my RL GOW.

Game 904.

1:10 pm pst.

Atlanta has dominated Miami, winning nine straight in this series this season. The Braves average over 5.84 RPG at home while the Marlins post just 3.62 RPG on the road. LH, Caleb smith (3-4, 3.41) last pitched June 6th due to left hip inflammation. LH, Max Fried is 9-3 with a 4.04 mark this season. Miami is 15-36 the last 51 at Atlanta, 1-5 in Smith's last six starts, and 0-5 the last five overall. Atlanta. is 7-1 the last eight vs. LH starters, 5-1 tin Fried's last six starts, and 13-3 the last 16 at home. Take the Braves on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take LA on the RUN LINE.

This is my TOP RATED PLAY.

6:40 pm pst.

LA has won six straight and 10 of their last 11 including yesterday's, Game 1 meeting with Arizona, 3-1. The Dodgers have taken four of the five matchups with the Diamondbacks this season, with the average margin of victory coming by 5.75 RPG. Arizona has lost six of their last eight. Los Angeles' LH, Hyun-Jin Ryu is 8-1 with a 1.48 ERA this season and takes on 'Zona's RH, Taylor Clarke, who is 1-4 with a 4.67 mark. The Dodgers are 4-0 the last four at home, 42-15 the last 57 on the road, and 5-0 in Ryu's last five starts. The D-backs are 0-5 the last five vs. the NL West, 3-7 the last 10 vs. LH starters, and 2-8 the last 10 following a loss. Take LA on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

This is my NBA FINALS GAME 2 WINNER.

Game 523.

5:07 pm pst.

Look for Golden State to come out here and even the series up before going home for Game 3. The superior back court of Curry and Thompson will once again dominate Green and Lowry while the Golden State defense steps up. The Warriors are 6-2 ATS the last eight on two days rest and 12-5 ATS the last 17 following an ATS loss. Take Golden State. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

This is my NBA FINALS GOY.

Game 521.

6:07 pm pst.

I know that Toronto won both regular season meetings (1-1 ATS) against Golden State, but so does the Warriors, and the postseason is a whole different monster. Golden State is not playing host here and can not afford to give away Game 1 or give Toronto any confidence. The Warriors played two less playoffs games and have had five extra days to rest and prepare for the NBA Finals. The backcourt of Danny Green and Kyle Lowry are no match for Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. The success of Toronto lives and dies with Kawhi Leaonard. Don't forget how frustrating of a defense Golden State has. The Raptors are 1-8 ATS the last nine playing on three or more days rest. Take the Warriors. Thank you.

Take Milwaukee.

This is my ECF BUCKS/RAPTORS GAME 4 WINNER.

Game 503.

5:35 pm pst.

Milwaukee took Games 1 and 2, but lost Game 3 on Sunday. Both, Middleton and Bledsoe were way down from their playoff numbers. Expect the pair to explode here in Game 4. The Bucks are one of the NBA's best bounce-back teams going 21-5 ATS the last 26 following a SU loss. Toronto is 1-4 ATS the last five Conference Finals, 2-7 ATS the last nine vs. the NBA Central, and 1-4 ATS the last five overall. Take Milwaukee. Thank you.  

Take New York.

This is my RL GOW.

Game 915.

4:05 pm pst.

New York has taken seven of the last nine meetings with Baltimore this season, with an average margin of victory coming by 4.28 RPG. Over the weekend, they took over first place in the AL East. The Yankees are on-fire, winning 11 of their last 14 outings. Domingo German takes the mound here. The RH is 8-1 with a 2.50 ERA. The last place Orioles are owners of the worst record in the AL at 15-32. They give David Hess the nod. The RH is 1-5 with a 5.58 record this year. New York (5.95 RPG) accounts for more than a run and a half on the road as does Baltimore at home (4.23 RPG). The Yankees are 16-5 the last 21 at the Orioles. Take New York on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Milwaukee.

This is my ECF BUCKS/RAPTORS GAME 3 WINNER.

Game 549.

4:05 pm pst.

The Milwaukee Bucks are just too strong for the Toronto Raptors. They have taken Games 1 and 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals (both covers) and six of the last seven meetings this season, both SU and ATS. This is one of the best road team's in the NBA with 31-14 SU and 28-15-2 ATS records as a visitor . BTW, they are a perfect, 4-0 (SU and ATS) this postseason and an overall, 10-1 SU and ATS in the 2019 playoffs. Toronto has failed to cover four straight and is just 6-8 ATS this playoff campaign. Kawhi Leonard is the only Raptor playing consistent basketball. Milwaukee is 6-0 ATS the last six vs. the NBA Central, 20-6-1 ATS the last 27 on the road, and 41-18-2 ATS the last 61 overall. Toronto is 1-4 ATS the last five following an ATS loss, 1-7 ATS the last eight vs. the NBA Central, and 0-4 ATS the last four Conference Finals. Take the Bucks. Thank you.

Today is PAYDAY in the NBA as I have the WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS WARRIORS/BLAZERS GAME 3 WINNER.

Take Golden State.

This is my WCF GAME 3 WINNER.

Game 547.

6:05 pm pst.

Golden State took Games 1 and 2 at home and now hit the Moda Center getting 2.5 points. The backcourt of Lillard and McCollum are good, but they are just no match for Curry and Thompson. The Warriors are 5-2 ATS the last seven vs. the NBA Northwest and 11-5 ATS the last 16 Conference Final games. The Trailblazers are 1-3 ATS the last four at home and 1-4 ATS the last five following an ATS win. Take Golden State. Thank you.

Take Milwaukee.

This is my NBA ECF GAME 2 WINNER.

Game 546.

5:35 pm pst.

Milwaukee trailed for most of Game 1, only to outscore Toronto by 15 points in the final 12 minutes to earn the win and cover. The Bucks will want to come out of the gate here and take control and take a 2-0 series lead. This is one of the NBA's best home teams, recording 38-9 SU and 28-17-2 ATS marks. They have taken five of the last six meetings over the Raptors, both SU and ATS. Toronto is 1-6 ATS the last seven vs. the NBA Central and 2-5 ATS the last seven overall. Milwaukee id 5-0 ATS the last five vs. the NBA Atlantic and 5-1 ATS the last six at home. Take the Bucks. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

This is my WCF GAME 2 WINNER.

Game 544.

6:00 pm pst.

Golden State took Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals with authority, thumping Portland, 116-94. The difference in this series is in the back court. While McCollum and Lillard are good, they are simply just no match for Curry and Thompson, who combined for 62 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds in Game 1. The Trailblazers are 9-23 ATS the last 32 games played at the Warriors and 1-4 ATS the last five games played on one days rest. The Warriors are 5-1 ATS the last six games played vs. the NBA Southwest and 11-4 ATS the last 15 Conference Finals. Take Golden State. Thank you.

Take Milwaukee.

This is my ECF GAME 1 WINNER.

Game 532.

5:30 pm pst.

Milwaukee dispatched of both, Detroit and Boston in nine games, covering all eight victories this post-season. It took Toronto a total of 12 contests to oust Orlando and Philadelphia, going a tough seven games vs. the 76ers (6-6 ATS). During the regular season, the Bucks won three of the four meetings with the Raptors, going 3-1 ATS as superstar, Guannis Antetokounmpo averages 27.0 PPG and 15.3 RPG in the four meetings. Milwaukee is money at home at 37-9 SU and 27-17-2 ATS in 2019. The Bucks are 4-0 ATS the last four vs. the NBA Atlantic, 4-1 ATS the last five at home, and 39-18-2 ATS the last 59 overall. Take Milwaukee. Thank you.

Take New York in Game 2 on the RUN LINE.

This is my RUN LINE GOW.

Game 916.

3:35 pm pst.

New York's injury list is as long as your grocery list. However, they continue to win as they are just 1.0 GB Tampa Bay in the AL East at 24-16. Meanwhile, Baltimore's record (14-26, 11.0 GB) is as ugly as Randy Johnson's baseball card. LOL. The Yankees are expected to see the return of a few key players, including, CF, Aaron Hicks (check status). Even with their makeshift lineup, the Bronx Bombers are lighting up scoreboards for over 5.00 RPG. Regardless, Team ERA and Wins Leader, Domnigo German takes the mound here. After a 2-6, 5.57 campaign a season ago, the RH is 7-1 with an ERA of 2.70 this season, fanning 44 batters in 43.1 IP. The O's send Dan Straily to the bump. The RH owns a dismal, 1-3, 8.23 record, with just 15 K's in 27.1 IP. New York has taken four of the six meetings over Baltimore this season and 10 of the last 13 overall matchups. The four Yankees victories over the Orioles in 2019, have come by an average of 5.75 RPG. Take the Yankees on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

5:30 pm pst.

Even without Kevin Durant, Golden State is loaded with talent. This matchup is all about the back court. McCollum and Lillard are good, but they are no match for Curry and Thompson. The Warriors will take no chances here in game 1 and notch a big win and cover. The Trailblazers are 9-22 ATS the last 31 games played at the Warriors. The Warriors are 10-4 ATS the last 14 Conference Finals games. Take Golden State. Thank you.

Take Houston on the RUN LINE.

This is my LATE INFO play.

Game 967.

4:10 pm pst.

Houston has powered their way to the best record in baseball at 27-15. They have won six in a row and nine of their last 10, including an 8-1 victory in Game 1 of this series. Monday's win gave the Astros four straight W's over the Tigers and six of the last seven meetings. The offense ranks 1st in RPG (5.45), and 2nd in both Team BA (.281) and HR's (79). Wade Miley gets the start here. The LH is 3-2 with a 3.18 ERA on the season. Detroit sends Ryan Carpenter (0-1, 10.80 TY) to the hill. The LH owns a 7.90 ERA in seven career appearances for the Tigers. Detroit, which accounts for a mere, 3.72 RPG at home in 2019, is also 6-14 the last 20 vs. LH starters and 13-39 the last 52 vs. the AL West, Houston is 20-8 the last 28 vs. LH starters and 38-15 the last 53 vs. the AL Central. Take the Astros on the Run Line. Thank you.

Take Minnesota on the RUN LINE.

Minnesota owns the top spot in the AL Central, five games ahead of Cleveland, along with sporting the best overall record in baseball at 25-13. They are 4-1 this season vs. Detroit, 8-2 the last 10, and a whopping, 23-9 the last 32 overall meetings, including a 6-1 mark the last seven at Target Field. The Tigers account for just 3.15 RPG on the road and have dropped 10 of their last 15 overall. Take the Twins on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Minnesota on the RL.

Minnesota owns the best record in baseball at 23-12. The Twins have taken Games 1 and 2 of this series and nine of the last 10 meetings with the Tigers, going back to last season. RH, Tyson Ross (1-4, 5.34 TY) is 0-4 with a 5.30 ERA in six games (four starts) vs. Minnesota. RH, Jake Odorizzi (4-2, 2.78 TY) is 3-1 with a 3.77 ERA in eight starts vs. Detroit. The Tigers averages 3.56 RPG while the Twins account for 5.31 RPG. Take Minnesota on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

After Golden State took Games 1 and 2, Houston returned home to win Game 3. The Rockets outplayed the Warriors and still just eked by for the OT win. Golden State doesn't take to well to losing and are one of the best teams in the NBA at bouncing back. Steph Curry missed a slam dunk in the final stretch in the loss that would have changed the dynamics completely and possibly the outcome. So you can be sure the perennial all-star makes a statement here. The Rockets are 0-4 ATS the last four games played on one days rest. The Warriors are 4-0 ATS the last four games played following a SU loss. Take Golden State. Thank you.  

Take Milwaukee.

After being embarrassed in Game 1, Milwaukee took Games 2 and 3 with authority. The Bucks are one of the NBA's most successful road teams at 30-14 SU and 27-15-2 ATS this season. The bench has been superb outplaying their counterpart this series. This team is 6-1 both SU and ATS this post-season. The road team is 4-1 ATS the last five meetings in this series. The Celtics are 3-12-1 ATS the last 16 games played at home and 0-4-1 ATS the last five game played on two days rest. The Bucks are 38-17-3 ATS the last 58 games played vs. the Eastern Conference and 37-18-2 ATS the last 57 games played overall. Take Milwaukee. Thank you.

Take Toronto.

5:00 pm pst.

Toronto's bench combined for just five points in Game 2, resulting in a loss and tying this series at one game apiece. However, the Raptors defense has been outstanding, not allowing an opponent to reach the century mark in all six post-season games. Expect the Toronto bench to bounce back strong here as the team is 4-2 ATS in the six meetings with Philly this season, 21-8 ATS the last 29 overall games vs. Philly, 6-2 ATS the last eight game played on the road, and 10-4 ATS the last 14 games played overall. Take the Raptors. Thank you.

Take Boston.

5:05 pm pst.

Boston, with the NBA's 8th ranked defense held Milwaukee to their lowest points output in nearly three months in Sunday's, 112-90, Game 1 win. The Celtics will come back out here and once again frustrate Gianis Antetokounmpo. Boston has covered four of the five meetings with Milwaukee this season and enters Game 2, covering eight of their last nine overall outings. The Celtics are 10-3 ATS the last 13 games played at the Bucks. take Boston. Thank you.

Take Toronto.

5:00 pm pst.

Despite having six players score DD's in Game 1, Philadelphia still lost, 108.95. The 76ers defense was overwhelmed, allowing the Raptors to hit 51.9% from the floor. The Philly frontcourt will once again be overmatched as Kawhi Leonard, Pascal Siakam, and Marc Gasol will flex their muscles here. Toronto is red-hot, riding a franchise-best, five-game postseason win streak and are at home here in Game 2, where they have covered five straight meetings against Philly. The Raptors are 5-1 ATS the last six games played at home, 4-0 ATS the last four games played on one days rest, and 35-16 ATS the last 51 games played vs. the NBA Atlantic. Take Toronto. Thank you.

Take Houston.

12:35 pm pst.

Houston won and covered three of the four meetings with Golden State this season, with the only loss and no cover coming by two points. The Warriors eked by the Rockets in last year's Western Conference Finals, 4-3. But these are two different teams right now. Golden State needed six games to dispatch of 8th seeded LA, while Houston only needed five games to oust a tough, Utah squad. The Rockets are a healthy team while the Warriors are not. DeMarcus Cousins is out and both, Steph Curry and Klay Thompson are listed as questionable with ankle issues. Don't fool yourself, both will play here today, but how healthy they are is another question. The road team is 4-1 ATS the last five meetings in this series. Houston is 4-0 ATS the last four game played vs. the NBA Pacific, 9-3-1 ATS the last 13 games played vs. Western Conference foes, and 9-3-1 ATS the last 12 games played overall. Golden State is 1-4 ATS the last five games played vs. the NBA Southwest, 10-22-1 ATS the last 33 games played at home, and 4-6 ATS the last 10 games played overall. Take the Rockets. Thank you.

Take San Antonio.

7:00 pm pst.

When it comes to Game 7's playoff savvy and experience is key. No other NBA coach or team has as much post-season experience than Gregg Poppovich and the San Antonio Spurs. This matchup is going to come down to the wire, therefore we must take six points with a Spurs team that is 16-7 ATS the last 23 meetings at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets are 9-20 ATS the last 29 vs. the NBA Southwest and 4-11 ATS the last 15 on one days rest. Take San Antonio. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

7:05 pm pst

Golden State took another embarrassing loss at the hands of Los Angeles in Game 5. The series is now 3-2. The last loss, a Game 2, 135-131, self destruction after being up 31 points, the Warriors bounced back o blow up the Clippers by 27 points in a game 3 win and cover. Golden State is a team that does not take losing lightly. Adding fuel to the fire is the fact that they can not let LA even up this series. The Road Team is 11-4 ATS the last 15 meetings in this series. The Warriors are 6-2 ATS the last eight games played at the Clippers and 8-3 ATS the last 11 games played on one days rest. Take Golden State. Thank you.

Take Portland.

7:30 pm pst.

Portland is one of the best home teams in the NBA, donning a 34-9 SU mark and going 26-16-1 ATS The Blazers have covered three of the four meetings in this series, including both games played at the Moda Center. Oklahoma City has had problems with the frustrating, Portland defense, as they were held to 99 points or less in their three defeats. The Thunder are 1-4 ATS the last five road games, 2-5 ATS the last seven games played on one days rest, and 5-16 ATS the last 21 games played vs. the Western Conference. The Blazers are 43-21-1 ATS the last 65 games played at home, 21-8 the last 29 games played on one days rest, and 4-1 ATS the last five games played vs. the Western Conference. Take Portland. Thank you.

Take Houston.

7:35 pm pst.

Houston has won and covered Games 1, 2, and 3 of this series and actually have taken five straight over Utah (both SU and ATS), going back to December. BTW, the average margin of victory in this series is 18.3 PPG. James Harden had a rare, poor performance in Game 3, finishing 3-of-20 from the floor. Expect the superstar to bounce back with a stellar outing today and put the Jazz away. The Road team is 7-3-1 ATS the last 11 meetings in this series. Houston is 6-1 ATS the last seven in Utah, 9-1-1 ATS the last 11 vs. the Western Conference, and 12-3-1 ATS the last 16 overall. Take the Rockets. Thank you.

Take Portland.

6:35 pm pst.

After dropping Games 1 and 2, Oklahoma City took Game 3 of this series on Friday. The Thunder will come back down to Earth and to reality here. CJ McCollum is 100% healthy, and giving the Trailblazers six points is a mistake. They can not and will not allow this series to be tied. Portland is 20-8 ATS the last 28 games played on one days rest. Oklahoma City is 5-15 ATS the last 20 games played vs. Western Conference foes. Take the Trailblazers. Thank you.

Take Orlando.

4:05 pm pst.

Toronto leads this series, 2-1. But I don't expect Orlando to drop back-to-back home games. Especially with the tougher "D" and superior rebounding corps. The Raptors are 0-4 ATS the last four games played at the Magic and 5-11 ATS the last 16 games played vs. the NBA Southeast. The Magic are 4-0 ATS the last four games played at home and 6-1 ATS the last seven games played overall. Take Orlando. Thank you.

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Take Boston.

10:05 am pst.

Boston leads Indiana, 3-0 and wants to put this series away here and get some extra rest and prep time before the next round. Without Victor Oladipo, the Pacers just can not compete with the seasoned playoffs, Celtics. Boston is 4-0 ATS the last four games played on the road, 4-1 ATS the last five games played on one days rest, and 5-2 ATS the last seven games played at Indiana. Indiana is 1-4 ATS the last five games played at home, 5-11 ATS the last 16 games played on one days rest, and 0-4-1 ATS the last five games played vs. the NBA Atlantic. Take the Celtics. Thank you.  

Take Houston.

7:35 pm pst.

Houston took games 1 and 2 of this series by an average of 26.0 PPG. They have won and covered the last four overall meetings with Utah and are 5-1 ATS the last six games played in Salt Lake City. The Jazz, which are known for defense, just can not stop, or even slow down, the Rockets offense. Houston has held their Western Conference rival to 98 or less points in four straight matchups. The Rockets will come out here to annihilate the Jazz, as to not give them and confidence at home. Utah is 2-5 ATS the last seven games played on two days rest and 1-4 ATS the last five games played vs. the NBA Southwest. Houston is 4-0 ATS the last four games played on two days rest and 8-1 ATS the last nine games played for Western Conference foes. Take the Rockets. Thank you.

Take Boston.

5:35  PM pst.

Boston has won and covered Games 1 and 2 of this series to now extend their domination of Indiana to five straight meetings (4-1 ATS), the last four in a 20-day span. Without Victor Oladipo (knee), the Pacers just can't compete in this matchup. The Celtics have out-rebounded the Pacers, 103-78 in this series and are 4-1 ATS the last five games played on the road. Take Boston. Thank you.

Take Golden State.

7:30 pm pst.

Golden State will come out to make a statement. The Warriors made history on Thursday as they gave up a 31-point lead to lose, 135-131 to Brooklyn in Game 2. Yes, Steph Curry got into foul trouble. And yes, DeMarcus Cousins left the game early with a quad injury. Still, the Warriors were humiliated. Cousins is out indefinitely. But, Andrew Bogut will step in without missing a beat. Look for the NBA's 2nd ranked scoring offense to shred the League's 25th ranked defense. The Road Team is 9-3 ATS the last 12 meetings in this series. Golden State is 5-1 ATS the last six games played at LA and 5-1 ATS the last six games played following a SU loss. Los Angeles is 0-5 is 0-5 ATS the last five games played on two days rest and 1-5 ATS the last six games played overall. Take the Warriors. Thank you.

Take Houston.

6:35 pm pst.

Utah could not stop Houston from outside in Game 1, as the Rockets hit 15 shots from beyond the arc, en route to a 122-90 rout. The victory gave Houston their third straight win and cover over Utah. The Rockets must win here as they need to go up 2-0 in the series before heading to Salt Lake City for Game 3. Houston is 7-0 ATS the last seven at home, 7-1-1 ATS the last nine vs. the Western Conference, and 7-1 ATS the last eight overall. Take the Rockets. Thank you.

Take Milwaukee.

5:05 pm pst.

Milwaukee decimated Detroit in Game 1, 121-86. The absence of Blake Griffin proved to be fatal for the Pistons. The Forward is listed as questionable (as of print) for Game 2, but word is that his knee injury is a bit more serious than earlier reports. The Bucks had seven players score DD's in the opener, while dominating in the paint, 52-38. The Pistons rank 25th in scoring and are no match for the NBA's #1 scoring offense. Detroit is 0-4 ATS the last four vs. the NBA Central and 1-6 ATS the last seven overall. Milwaukee is 14-3 ATS the last 17 vs. the NBA Central and 5-0 ATS the last five vs. Detroit. Take the Bucks. Thank you.

Take San Antonio.

This is my SLAM DUNK.

game 533.

6:05 pm pst.

There is no coach in the NBA with more post-season experience or savvy than Gregg Popovich. The Spurs won Game 1, 101-96 as a 5.5-point underdog and are now getting 7 points in today's Game 2 matchup. Both teams are known for their defenses, however, San Antonio shoots better for the floor (2nd, 47.8%), beyond the arc (1st, 39.2%), and from the line (1st, 81.9%), and this will be the difference here. The Road Team is 29-13 ATS the L42 meetings in this series. The Spurs are 22-8 ATS the L30 at the Nuggets. The Nuggets are 0-8 ATS the L8 Conference Quarter Final games. Take San Antonio. Thank you.

Take Orlando.

This is my BEST BET.

Game 531.

5:05 pm pst.

Orlando took game 1 of this series, 104-101 as a 9.5-point underdog. They enter Game 2 as a 10-point 'dog. This is a team that has covered 4 of 5 meetings with Toronto this season. The Magic are a solid road team, going 23-19 ATS while the Raptors are just 18-24 ATS as a host this season. Orlando and their 5th ranked defense (106.6 PPG allowed) owns the superior back court that will once again control the tempo. The Magic are 16-4-1 ATS the L21 vs. the NBA Atlantic, 5-0 ATS the L5 on 2 days rest, and 4-1 ATS the L5 on the road. Take Orlando. Thank you.

Take Los Angeles.

This is my SLAM DUNK.

Game 523.

7:30 pm pst.

In Game 1, the Los Angeles starting five combined for a miserable, 12-of-44 shooting performance from the field, and yet they almost covered. Giving the Clippers 13.5 points again is a mistake as coach, Doc Rivers will make sure to have his squad prepped and competitive here. This is a team that owns a 23-18-1 ATS mark on the road this season. Golden State tends to have their lines "inflated." The Warriors were just 17-24-1 ATS at home this season. The Road team is 8-3 ATS the L11 meetings in this series. LA is 21-8 ATS the L29 games played vs. the NBA Pacific. Golden State is 6-14 ATS the L20 games played following a SU win. Take the Clippers. Thank you.

Take Brooklyn.

This is my POWERHOUSE.

Game 521.

5:00 pm pst.

Brooklyn matches up well with Philadelphia, as proven in Game 1's, 111-102 outright win. Joel Embiid put up solid numbers but clearly looked rusty. The Nets back court and bench will once again show their superiority tonight. Giving this team 8 points is a gift. Brooklyn has covered 4 of the 5 meetings with Philly this season. They are 7-1 ATS the L8 games played on the road, 4-0 ATS the L4 games played vs. the Eastern Conference, and 8-2 ATS the L10 Conference Quarter Final games. Philadelphia is 2-5 ATS the L7 games played at home, 3-7 ATS the L10 game splayed vs. the Eastern Conference, and 2-5 ATS the L7 games played overall. Take the Nets. Thank you.

Take Oklahoma City.

This is my BEST BET play.

Game 513.

12:30 pm pst.

Oklahoma City has won and covered all 4 meetings with Portland this season. The Thunder enter the post-season red-hot, having won 5 straight and missing all 5 covers by just 1 point. Paul George shredded the Blazers this season, averaging 38.0 PPG and 10.5 RPG. Portland Guard, CJ McCollum missed 10 games late in the season with a knee injury, then played a little more than half the minutes in 2 outing, then sat in the final regular season game. His health is in question and even more, perhaps some rust. The Trail Blazers are 7-24-2 ATS the L33 Conference QF games and 1-4 ATS the L5 vs. the NBA Northwest. Take the Thunder. Thank you.

Take Brooklyn.

This is my BEST BET.

Game 501.

11:30 am pst.

Brooklyn finished the regular season with 3 straight wins and covers and have covered 3 of the 4 meetings this season with Philadelphia. The Nets were also money on the road in 2019, donning a 25-16 ATS away record. The 76ers are most likely once again without star Forward, Joel Embiid (doubtful, knee) which is going to be fatal. This is a team that is 6-15 ATS the L21 vs. the NBA Atlantic. Brooklyn is 10-4 ATS the L14 vs. the NBA Atlantic, 6-1 ATS the L7 on the road, and 8-3 ATS the L11 overall. Take the Nets. Thank you.

Take Texas Tech.

Game 811.

6:20 pm pst.

The National Championship game puts together two of the best scoring defenses in the nation (Virginia #1 at 55.5 PPG; Texas Tech #3 at 58.8 PPG) and two of the toughest in FG% (Red Raiders 1st at 36.8%; Cavaliers 5th at 38.4%). Virginia (2-3 ATS in the NCAA Tournament) couldn't cover against Gardner Webb, got a 1.5-pt cover against Oklahoma, failed to cover vs. Oregon, needed OT to eke by Purdue for a 1-pt cover, then needed three FT's with just seconds left to squeeze by Auburn to get a 1-pt win and no cover on Saturday. Texas Tech covered all five Big Dance contests, thumping Northern Kentucky by 15, Buffalo by 20, Michigan by 19, Gonzaga by six, and Michigan State by 10, winning the last three as an underdog. Remember, the Bulls and the Bulldogs are two of the highest scoring offenses in college basketball. Both of these squads possess slow-paced offenses that revolve around stellar backcourts. The Cavaliers trio of Guards, Guy, Hunter, and Jerome (43.6 PPG; 13.7 RPG combined) are talented, but haven't faced a backcourt the caliber of the Red Raiders trifecta of Guards, Culver, Moretti, and Mooney (41.3 PPG; 11.5 RPG combined). Both team's top-scorers (Virginia's, Kyle Guy and Texas Tech's, Jarrett Culver) have had some issues shooting in the Tournament, and yet, both teams have advanced. The Cavaliers "O" has been erratic in recent weeks and their biggest weapon, shooting from downtown, has been off, as the team hasn't hit better than 36% from beyond the arc over the last six outings. Not to take anything away from this team, but they just haven't dominated in Tournament play, despite facing the #16, #9, #12, #3, and #5 seeds. The Red Raiders have in fact dominated their opposition in the Tournament, besting seeds of #14, #6, #2, #1, and #2. Virginia's three losses this season came against Duke twice and Florida State, which are the lengthiest, smartest, and most athletic teams they've faced...just like Texas Tech is. The Red Raiders are 14-3 ATS the last 17 overall games. The Cavaliers are 2-7 ATS the last nine NCAA Tournament games. Take Texas Tech. Thank you.

Take Texas Tech.

Game 801.

5:49 pm pst

Both teams owned the best records in conference play during the regular season. And, both knocked off the top seeds in the regional's. While Michigan State is a bit stronger both offensively and on the boards, there is no denying just how frustrating Texas Tech's #2 ranked defense (59.0 PPG allowed) is. The Red Raiders have won and covered all four contests this Tournament. Their defense didn't just contain their opposition, it shut them down. Texas Tech held Buffalo and Gonzaga to just, 58 and 69 points. These are two of the top scoring teams in the nation. In between, they dominated Michigan, 63-44, a team that posted 60 against MSU just a few weeks ago. The Spartans reached the Final Four despite the absence of Joshua Langford (out, ankle). But, this is the matchup they are going to miss their standout Guard more than ever. The trio of DD scoring Guards, Culver, Moretti, and Mooney (41.5 PPG, 11.6 RPG combined) will control the tempo and be the difference here. The Red Raiders are 5-0 ATS the last five games played vs. Big Ten opponents, 10-1 ATS the last 11 games played vs. teams with a winning percentage of over .600, and 13-3 ATS the last 16 games played overall. Take Texas Tech. Thank you.

Take Auburn.

Game 803.

3:09 pm pst.

Virginia is in the Final Four for the first time since 1984 while Auburn is making its first Final Four appearance in its 113 year history. We all remember what happened to Virginia in last year's Big Dance as they were the first #1 seed to be ousted by a #16 seed in Tournament history. This year's Tourney saw Virginia have a bit tougher of a time than they'd care to admit. They couldn't cover against Gardner Webb, got a 1.5 point cover against Oklahoma, couldn't get the bettors paid against Oregon, and eked by Purdue to get a 1 point cover in OT. Auburn got by with a win and no cover against New Mexico State, then devoured Kansas by 14, beat North Carolina outright by 17 points, as a 5.5 point underdog, and bested Kentucky by 6 in OT, getting 4.5 points. Their last three opponents are some of college basketball's most successful teams. The Cavaliers possess the nation's #1 scoring defense (55.4 PPG), but their offense just won't be able to keep pace here. The Tigers own a fast-paced scoring offense (80.2 PPG) that will keep the Cavs off-balanced in transition. Auburn is 8-2 ATS the last 10 games played overall. Virginia is 2-6 ATS the last eight NCAA Tournament games. Take the Tigers. Thank you.

Take Lipscomb.

Game 727.

4:00 pm pst.

To get to the NIT Championship game, Lipscomb beat Davidson, UNC Greensboro, NC State, and Wichita State, as an underdog in each. The Bison possess an explosive offense (83.6 PPG, 48.3%), led by Guard, Garrison Mathews (21.1 PPG, 5.4 RPG). During the regular season, Lipscomb beat both SMU and TCU, and lost by only 4 points to Louisville. They are not a team that can be intimidated. BTW, Texas was 0-2 during the regular season against TCU. The Longhorns are from the competitive, Big 12, and traditionally have had success in the NIT, however, this is a squad that does not have an offense that can post a lot of points (70.8 PPG), can not shoot very well from both the FT line (69.4%) or from the 3-point line (34.8%), can not rebound very well (rank 247th offensively, 173rd defensively), and can not defend the "3" (ranking 255th). So, facing a Lipscomb offense that hits 37.5% beyond the arc is going to be an issue. The Bison are 22-7-1 ATS the L30 non-conference games. The Longhorns are 2-5 ATS the L7 overall games. Take Lipscomb. Thank you.

Take New York on the RUN LINE.

This is my LATE INFO MOVE.

Game 907.

3:10 pm pst.

How about those Amazing Mets? They have started the season off at 4-1 and are doing something they aren't known to do...they are scoring runs. New York is accounting for over 6.20 RPG. They send Jacob deGrom to the mound here. The RH was brilliant in his opening day victory over Washington, going 6.0 IP, with 10 K's, and one BB, allowing just five hits and zero ER's. The 30-year old has had issues with Miami, as the team is just 1-7 in his last eight starts vs. the Marlins. But, the Mets are putting up runs and DeGrom is overflowing with confidence. The Marlins have come out of the gate with a 2-4 record and give Trevor Richards the nod at home. The RH pitched well on March 29th in his season debut, going 6.0 IP, fanning four, and yielding one ER on four hits. The bullpen then got shredded for five ER's in the team's, 6-1 loss to the Rockies. The 25-year old, in his second season, has a career record of just 4-9 with an ERA of 4.28. He is not a power pitcher and New York will get to him and then tear up the shaky bullpen as well. The Mets are 7-1 the last eight meetings vs. the Marlins, 6-1 the last seven games vs. the NL East, and 5-0 the last five games vs. RH starters. The Marlins are 1-5 in Richard's last six starts vs. the NL East, 17-37 the last 54 games vs. the NL East, and 19-41 the last 60 overall games. Take New York on the RUN LINE. Thank you.

Take Cleveland on the RUN LINE.

This is my RL GOW.

Game 916.

10:10 am pst.

Once again, Cleveland is a different team at home than they are on the road. The Indians have scored as many runs in their sole home contest as they have in their three road outings (five runs). Playing Chicago is surely to boost any team's confidence. The White Sox are just 1-3 and have begun this season where they left off last season...losing. They have Carlos Rodon (0-1, 3.38) on the bump. The RH has had issues on the road, as the team is 5-11 in his last 16 overall road starts and 1-4 in his last five road starts vs. Cleveland. Corey Kluber (0-1, 2.57) just didn't get any run support whatsoever in his first start. The RH went 7.0 IP, striking out five, walking one, and allowing two ER's on four hits, in the team's, 2-0 defeat at the hands of Minnesota. Expect the veteran (96-56, 3.08 lifetime) to once again pitch well, but this time, get some offensive support. The team is 7-2 overall the last nine meetings vs. the White Sox and 10-1 in his last 11 starts vs. the White Sox. Chicago owns some of the most deplorable statistics in baseball, going 1-8 the last nine vs. AL Central opponents, 7-20 the last 27 vs. RH starters, and 7-21 the last 28 overall. Take Cleveland on the RUN LINE. Thank you.  

Take Houston.

This is my BEST BET.

Game 583.

7:05 pm pst.

Houston has won and covered all 3 meetings with Sacramento this season. Now that the Kings are eliminated from playoff contention along with the fact that the Rockets (despite clinching the SW) can better their seeding, prompts us to take them here. The well-balanced Houston team is led by James harden, who is averaging over 42.8 PPG in the L6 contests. The Rockets are 22-10 ATS the L32 meetings over the Kings. Take Houston. Thank you.

Take Wichita State.

This is my CONSENSUS PLAY.

Game 709.

4:00 pm pst.

Wichita State has been money, going 15-2 SU and 14-3 ATS the L17 games, including a current, 5-game ATS hot streak. The Shockers face better competition throughout the season and are no strangers to Tournament action. As  matter of fact, they are just 1 of 4 programs that have won 22 or more games in each of the L10 season's (Duke, Kansas, Gonzaga). Take WSU. Thank you.

Take Miami.

This is my BB play.

Game 563.

4:35 pm pst.

Boston has been sliding for over a month now, going 7-11 SU and 5-13 ATS the L18 games. Miami has been better than competitive in this series, winning 3 of the L4 meetings Su and covering all 4. This is way too many points for a Celtics team to lay that is 0-6 ATS the L6 at home and 2-8 ATS the L10 overall. The Heat is 8-1 ATS the L9 vs. the NBA Atlantic and 22-8 ATS the L30 on the road. Take Miami. Thank you.

Take Charlotte.

This is my SD play.

Game 557.

5:35 pm pst.

Golden State owns a miserable, 13-23-1 ATS record at home this season and have a big matchup with Western Conference co-leader, Denver up next on Tuesday. This is a huge "let down" spot where the Warriors are just looking to win and not cover. The Road team is 6-0-1 ATS the L7 meetings in this series. The Hornets are 6-2-1 ATS the L9 games played at the Warriors, and 4-1 ATS the L5 games played overall. The Warriors are 1-6 ATS the L7 games played on1 days rest and 1-5 ATS the L6 games played vs. the Eastern Conference. Take Charlotte. Thank you.

Take Duke.

Game 692.

2:05 pm pst.

Both teams have played great basketball this season. However, Duke has had their way in this series, winning 7 in a row and 9 of the L10 SU. To be quite honest, the Blue devils also possess the better coach down the stretch. Duke has Zion Williamson and a supporting cast of explosive big men. Overall, the team is 10-2 ATS the L12 vs. Big 12 opponents. Take the Blue Devils. Thank you.

Take Dallas.

This is my PH.

Game 549.

12:35 pm pst.

Dallas has played OKC very competitively, winning and covering 2 of the 3 meetings this season, and covering 7 of the L9 overall meetings. These 2 teams match up well, therefore giving the Mavs 12 points is a mistake. They are 4-1 ATS the L5 games played on the road, 22-8 ATS the L30 games played vs. the NBA Northwest, and 36-17 ATS the L53 games played on Sunday. The Thunder are 2-8 ATS the L10 games played at home, 0-4 ATS the L4 games played vs. the NBA Southwest, and 5-15 ATS the L20 games played overall. Take Dallas. Thank you.

Take Auburn.

Game 693.

11:20 am pst.

This is going to be a very tight game. It's hard to go against a team that is on an 11-game SU win streak and has more experienced players. Kentucky has a ton of talent but this is a very young squad. They are 1-5 ATS the L6 vs. the SEC. The Tigers are 5-1 ATS the L6 vs. the SEC. Take Auburn. Thank you.

Take Gonzaga.

This is my ANNIHILATOR play.

game 684.

3:09 pm pst.

The carriage turns back into a pumpkin for a Texas Tech squad as they go up against the most well-balanced team they’ve had to face all season. Gonzaga owns the #1 scoring offense in the nation, averaging over 88.2 PPG on 52.8% shooting, which also outs them at #1. The Red Raiders are known for their defense but the Bulldogs and their 4 DD scorers are just too much here. Hachimura and Clarke are both 6'8" and are a big presence in the paint that will contain the offensively mediocre Texas Tech squad that average just 72.9 PPG. Gonzaga is 9-4-1 ATS the L13 vs. the Big 12 and 6-1 ATS the L7 non-conference games. Take the Bulldog. Thank you.

Take Houston.

This is my CONSENSUS PLAY.

Game 671.

6:57 pm pst.

The status of Kentucky's top-performer, PJ Washington is still unknown as of post. Whether the Forward plays or not, the Wildcats are going to have issues facing the Cougars stifling defense (7th in points allowed, 61.0 PPG, 1st in FG%, 36.6%, 1st in 3-point%, 27.8%). Houston has speed, size, and muscle. Kentucky's youth is going to hurt them here. TAKE THE COUGARS. Thank you.

Take Virginia Tech.

Game 669.

6:39 pm pst.

I am not saying that Duke isn't a great team. Nor, am I saying that Zion Williamson isn't one of the best players in the nation. What I am saying is that the Blue Devils have covered just once over the five contests since the Forward has returned to active duty. Overall, Duke has crushed bettors, going 3-10 ATS the last 13 outings. This is a lot of points to give a Virginia Tech team that allows a mere, 61.7 PPG (9th) and shoots lights out from beyond the arc (8th, 39.5%). The Hokies are 5-2 ATS the last seven meetings vs. the Blue Devils. The Blue Devils are 0-4 ATS the last four NCAA Tournament games. TAKE VIRGINIA TECH

Take North Carolina.

This is my TOURNAMENT GOY.

game 674.

4:29 pm pst.

Auburn is a team that hasn't been to the Elite Eight since 1986. Yes, they are on a 10-game SU win streak. But, to get here, they eked out a 1-point win over New Mexico State then shredded a depleted, Kansas squad. North Carolina is a whole different animal. The Tar Heels are explosive, accounting for 86.0 PPG and own the top offensive rebounding squad in college basketball. By the way, of their 29 victories this season, 27 have come by 6 or more points. The Tigers fall short against this conference, going 1-4 ATS the last five vs. the ACC. The Tar Heels are 20-8-2 ATS the L30 vs. the SEC. TAKE NORTH CAROLINA. Thank you.

Take LSU.

This is my LVSM.

Game 667.

5:00 pm pst.

The scrappy, Tigers have been competitive all season long, with five of their six losses coming by six points or less. Over the last 19 seasons, Tom Izzo's Spartans have fallen short late in the Big Dance. This is going to be the matchup they will sorely miss Joshua Langford (out, ankle). Remember, Forward, Nick Ward, despite returning to action, is not 100% healed from his hand injury. LSU is 4-1 ATS the last five games played vs. the Big Ten. MSU is 1-4 ATS the last five NCAA Tournament games. TAKE THE TIGERS. Thank you.

Take Oregon.

This is my ANNIHILATOR.

Game 653.

6:57 pm pst.

Odds makers are giving Oregon too much of a cushion here only because they are a PAC 12 rep. The Ducks have won and covered 10 straight and possess the frontline to give the Cavaliers problems. Virginia is 1-5 ATS the last six NCAA Tournament games. TAKE OREGON. Thank you.

Take Michigan.

This is my POWERHOUSE.

Game 658.

6:39 pm pst.

Two of the best defenses in the nation square off here (#3 Texas Tech, 59.2 PPG allowed, #2 Michigan, 58.2 PPG allowed). Michigan will control the tempo behind their trio of talented Guards, Poole, Matthews, and Simpson (34.2 PPG combined), while 6'7", Brazdeikis and 7'1", Teske dominate the paint. HC, John Beilin is 20-7 SU in the NCAA's since 2009. The Wolverines are 9-3 ATS the L12 vs. the Big 12. TAKE MICHIGAN. Thank you.

Take Colorado.

This is my MONEY MAKER.

Game 627.

6:00 pm pst.

Colorado is loaded with playmakers and possess a solid corps or rebounders, on both ends of the court. The Buffaloes are particularly tough on the defensive glass, ranking 16th in the nation. Texas, which hits just 43.3% of their shots as it is, won't get many 2nd chances in this matchup. The Longhorns have been point spread poison, failing to cover their L5 in a row. Colorado is 6-0 ATS the L6 meetings vs. Texas, 4-0 ATS the L4 vs. Big 12 opponents, and 6-2 ATS the L8 overall. Take the Buffaloes. Thank you.

Take NC State.

This is my SLAM DUNK.

game 626.

6:00 pm pst.

This is a short price to lay with a good, ACC squad over the 2nd place A-Sun team. The Wolf Pack can score points, averaging over 79.7 PPG (34th). They face a Bisons "D" that ranks 123rd, yielding over 69.4 PPG. NC State goes up against better competition throughout the season and even in this Tournament, besting Hofstra and Harvard to get to the Quarter Finals. Liberty is just 3-8 ATS the L11 overall games. Take the Wolf Pack. Thank you.

Take Los Angeles.

This is my POWERHOUSE.

Game 563.

5:05 pm pst.

Los Angeles is fighting to better their playoff seeding as the Clippers have won 5 in a row and 10 of their L11 SU. This is a well-balanced team that also wins and covers on the road (21-17 SU, 22-16 ATS). Minnesota has dropped 5 of their L6, both SU and ATS. Karl-Anthony Towns has put up some impressive numbers, but just can't do it all by himself. LAC is hotter, healthier, and has too much offense here. Look for the NBA's #2, 3-point shooting offense to decimate the League's 30th ranked 3-point defense. The Clippers are 11-4-1 ATS the L15 games played at the Timberwolves, 5-1 ATS the L6 games played vs. the Western Conference, and 5-1 ATS the L6 games played on 1 days rest. Take Los Angeles. Thank you.

Take Houston.

This is my SLAM DUNK.

Game 872.

5:40 pm pst.

While Houston owns one of the best defenses in the country, they can also score points and rebound at both ends of the court. Ohio State has problems putting points up and can not rebound at all. They hit just 43.6% from the field and 34.0% from beyond the arc. For a team that ranks 214th on the "O" boards, this spells doom. The Buckeyes are 1-8 ATS the L9 NCAA Tournament games, 2-7 ATS the L9 games played following an ATS win, and 4-9 ATS the L13 game splayed vs. teams with a winning percentage of over .600. The Cougars are 7-2 ATS the L9 non-conference games, 8-3 ATS the L11 games played on neutral sites, and 34-16-2 ATS the L52 games played overall. Take Houston. Thank you.

Take Virginia.

This is my MONEYMAKER.

Game 862.

4:45 pm pst.

Virginia was down 36-30 at halftime in their opening round matchup vs. Gardner Webb. The Cavaliers came out in the 2nd half to get the win, 71-56. They will come out here and make a statement. Look for the nation's #1 defense (55.1 PPG allowed) to stifle the Sooners offense, while the 4th ranked, 3-point shooting squad lights up Oklahoma's porous "D". OU lost by 20 to Wisconsin, 13 and 15 to Kansas State, 30 to Baylor, 12 to Texas Tech, and 17 to Iowa State. They are just 4-9 ATS the L13 NCAA Tournament games. Take Virginia. Thank you.  

Take Buffalo.

This is my Las Vegas Strip Move.

Game 869.

3:10 pm pst.

Yes, Texas Tech can play defense. But Buffalo owns a well-balanced squad, consisting of size, speed, and accuracy, resulting in 85.1 PPG. The Bulls also rank 8th in the nation on the offensive boards. This all adds up to be a bit too much for the Red Raiders to contend with their stagnant offense (73.1 PPG). Buffalo is 20-6-2 ATS the L28 neutral site games and 9-2-1 ATS the L11 non-conference games. Texas Tech is 11-24 ATS the L35 neutral site games and 2-6 ATS the L8 non-conference games. Take the Bulls. Thank you.

Take Xavier.

This is my NIT GOY.

Game 897.

1:00 pm pst. 

Xavier has 5 DD scorers and a slew of monster rebounders. Texas just doesn't possess the size or the muscle to contend in the paint here. The Musketeers have been money down the stretch, covering 9 of their L10 outings while the Longhorns come in here on a 4-game ATS slide. They are also 2-5 ATS the L7 vs. the Big East. Xavier is 7-3-1 ATS the L11 vs. the Big 12. Take the Musketeers. Thank you.

Take Auburn.

This is my SLAM DUNK.

Game 849.

6:45 pm pst.

Auburn has a much deeper bench and can shoot the "3." Both are going to be problems for Kansas. The red-hot, Tigers have won 9 in a row SU. So laying a basket against a depleted and overrated Jayhawks squad is a solid play. Auburn is 4-1 ATS the L5 vs. the Big 12 and 5-2 ATS the L7 overall. Take the Tigers. Thank you.   

Take Kentucky.

This is my LVSM.

Game 844.

11:40 am pst.

The clock strikes midnight for Wofford today. They did beat Seton Hall in OT on Thursday. But, the Pirates are no Wildcats. Even without PJ Washington, Kentucky possesses too much firepower on both ends of the court. The Terriers lost this season to the Tarheels, the Sooners, the Jayhawks, and the Bulldogs. Wofford id 1-5 ATS the L6 games vs. the SEC. Kentucky is 5-0 ATS the L5 non-conference games. Take the Wildcats. Thank you.

Take LSU.

This is my ANNIHILATOR.

Game 842.

9:10 am pst.

LSU has proven they can win amidst controversy and without HC, Will Wade. The Tigers own an explosive offense that accounts for 81.3 PPG. Maryland just doesn't the horses to keep up on the offensive side and are totally outclassed and outmanned on the boards here. The Terrapins are 1-7 ATS the L8 NCAA Tournament games, 1-4 ATS the L5 neutral site games, and 1-4 ATS the L5 overall games. The Tigers are 4-0 ATS the L4 games vs. the Big Ten, 8-1 ATS the L9 games vs. teams with a winning percentage of over .600, and 5-2 ATS the L7 games overall. Take LSU. Thank you.

Take UCF.

This is my LVSM.

Game 799.

6:40 pm pst.

7'6", Tacko Fall will devour VCU on the inside while the trio of starting Guards, Taylor, Dawkins, and Allen do damage from the perimeter. The Knights are 11-4 ATS the L15 non-conference games, 5-2 ATS the L7 neutral site games, and 8-2 ATS the L10 overall games. Take Central Florida. Thank you.

Take Houston.

This is my MM.

Game 816.

4:20pm pst.

It's scary to think that Houston is now back to full strength. So, look for a Cougars defense that ranks #1 in FG% and #8 in Points Allowed to come back with a vengeance here after losing to the Bearcats by 12 points on the Conference Tourney. Sunbelt Tourney Champs, Georgia State has no defense whatsoever and succeeds only through the play of Guards, Simonds and Mitchell who they are going against one of the best defenses in the land. Houston possesses 5 stellar Guards themselves, that can all steal, pass, block, score, and play "D". The Cougars are 6-0 ATS the L6 vs. the Sunbelt, 7-3 ATS the L10 on neutral sites, and 33-16-2 ATS the L51 overall. Take Houston. Thank you.

Take Utah State.

This is my HR.

Game 812.

3:50 pm pst.

Behind first year head coach, Craig Smith, Utah State is in their first NCAA Tourney since 2011. They knocked off San Diego State for the MWC Tourney Title. This is a squad overflowing with confidence and pride as they have won 10 straight and 17 of their L18. Guard, Sam Merrill is the Mountain West Conference Player of the Year and averages over 21.2 PPG. They The team also has big men in Center, Neemias Queta (11.9 PPG, 8.9 RPG) and Forward, Quinn Taylor (8.0, 6.3). This team can score points for sure, but the Aggies also play great defense, allowing a mere, 66.8 PPG. Oh, and they are also great on the boards, ranking in the top-20 on both the offensive and defensive glass. Washington has been exposed, with recent losses by 18 and 20 to Oregon. The Huskies have covered just once over their L7 outings. Their "D" played well in PAC 12 play but got smoked stepping out of the conference, losing to Auburn, Minnesota, and Gonzaga. Take Utah State. Thank you.

Take Oregon.

This is my SD.

Game 825.

1:30 pm pst.

Oregon enters the opening round of the Tournament, one of the hottest teams in the Big Dance, winning and covering 8 straight. Wisconsin, on the other hand, has been pointspread poison, covering just 2 of their L10 games. Ethan Happ is one of the best players in the country but in the Big Dance, one player can not be the entire team. The Ducks have are too hot to go against. Take Oregon. Thank you.

Take Tennessee.

This is my PH play.

Game 608.

11:45 am pst.

Tennessee has the speed to dictate the tempo of this game. But, the real mismatch in size, where the Volunteers will dominate in the paint. This is a team that accounts for over 91.8 PPG and shoots 49.7% from the field. Colgate just doesn't have the horses to run in this matchup. They stepped up once this season and got spanked by Syracuse, 77-56. Take Tennessee. Thank you.

Take Cincinnati.

This is my TEN DIMES PLAY.

Game 806.

9:15 am pst.

This just might be one of the biggest mismatches in the opening round. Cincinnati knocked off Houston in Sunday's, AAC Championship game behind 33 points from Conference Player of the Year, Jarron Cumberland. But, let's be honest, the Bearcats are all about the defense, which ranks 12th in the nation, yielding just 62.2 PPG. Iowa limped into the Tournament, dropping 6 of their L8 SU and only covering once in their L10 outings. The Bearcats will completely shut down the Hawkeyes offense and dominate the boards here. Iowa is 1-7 ATS the L8 NCAA Tournament games. Take Cincinnati. Thank you.

Take Old Dominion.

Game 759.

6:50 pm pst.

Purdue's, Carsen Edwards is one of the best players in the country. But, the Guard has carried too much of the workload this season, resulting in both a personal and a team slump. This is way too many points to give the 7th ranked defense in college basketball (60.8 PPG allowed). Take the Monarchs. Thank you.

Take Seton Hall.

Game 769.

6:40 pm pst.

The odds makers have the wrong favorite here. Seton Hall should be a 1-point favorite here. Yes, Wofford is on a 24-game win streak in Southern League play, but the Terriers looked awful in losses and no covers against North Carolina, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Mississippi State. Seton Hall is an athletic and talented team that comes into this matchup covering five straight. Take the Pirates. Thank you.

Take Kentucky.

Game 772.

4:10 pm pst.

In what might be one of the biggest mismatches in the first round, expect Coach Calipari to once again have his well-balanced, squad of playmakers focused on the present. This is the matchup that Abilene Christian will be sorely missing Friday and Maxwell (two starters out since mid-February due to disciplinary issues). The only other time Abilene Christian stepped up in class this season, they were thumped by the Texas Tech, 82-48. Take Kentucky. Thank you.

Take Murray State.

Game 761.

1:30 pm pst.

The “under-the-radar”, Racers are red-hot and have the supporting cast to surprise a sliding, Golden Eagles squad that has dropped five of their last six, both SU and ATS. Take Murray State. Thank you.

Take FSU.

Game 764.

11:00 am pst.

Vermont is a good team...in the American East Conference. They stepped up in class twice this season, giving up 84 to Kansas and 86 to Louisville. The Catamounts don't have the personnel to compete against big frontcourts. So, I must side with a talented, Florida State team that comes in here a bit miffed after losing the ACC Title Game by 10 points to Duke. Take the Seminoles. Thank you.

Take Yale.

Game 767.

9:40 am pst.

This is the strongest the Ivy League has looked in years. Conference Player of the Year, Miye Oni (17.6 PPG, 6.3 RPG) is a potential NBA first rounder and the best player on the court. LSU is distracted as Coach, Will Wade is on suspension. Take the Bulldogs. Thank you.    

Take ASU.

This is my PPP.

Game 713.

6:10 pm pst. 

There is no arguing that Chris Mullins' Red Strom back court of Ponds and Heron are talented. But, Bobby Hurley can counter with his ASU tandem of Guards, Dort and Martin. So, the difference here is the force in the paint, Forward, Zylan Cheatham, the Sun Devils standout averages 11.8 PPG and 10.4 RPG. ASU also finished the season solid, going 6-2, both SU and ATS and only dropping their last outing to Oregon in OT, by 2 points. SJU limped into the Tourney, losing 4 of their L5, both SU and ATS, including a 32-point drubbing at the hands of Marquette. The Red Storm are 3-7 ATS the L10 non-conference games, 5-11 ATS the L16 neutral site games, 1-5 ATS the L6 games vs. the PAC 12, and 0-5 ATS the L5 NCAA Tournament games. Take Arizona State. Thank you.

Take Xavier.

This is my BB.

Game 718.

4:00 pm pst.

This is a perfect example of the disparity among different conferences. Toledo played well in the MAC, but the talent level in the Big East, where Xavier calls home, is much stronger. With 5 DD scorers and 4 monster rebounders, the Musketeers have the edge on size, speed, and muscle, and a big advantage in this matchup. This is a team that is 4-0 ATS the L4 games played at home, 4-0 ATS the L4 games played vs. the MAC, and 8-1 ATS the L9 games played overall. Take Xavier. Thank you.

Take Providence.

This is my NIT 1st RD. GOY.

Game 688.

6:00 pm pst.

Arkansas will be without the team's top scorer, top rebounder, top blocker, and their only true inside threat in Daniel Gafford. The Forward declared himself for the NBA draft. The Razorbacks have no one to contend with the Friars Center, Nate Watson. Even if Gafford played here, they would have had problems on the boards in this matchup. Arkansas is 3-9 ATS the L12 vs. the Big East, 1-5 ATS the L6 non-conference games, and 3-8 ATS the L11 overall. Take Providence. Thank you.

Take St. Bonaventure.

Game 648.

10:00 am pst.

St. Bonaventure has owned St. Louis, taking the L9 meetings SU and 8 of the L10 ATS, including a 66-57 win and cover just 8 days ago. The Bonnies are striding, winning 9 of the L10 SU coming into this matchup, so laying under a basket is a solid play. They are 5-2 ATS the L7 overall. The Billikens are 1-6 ATS in the 3rd game of a 3-in-5 days situation. Take St. Bonaventure. Thank you.

Take Oregon.

Game 637.

7:30 pm pst.

Oregon is on-fire, riding a 7-game SU and ATS hot streak, including a 55-47 victory over Washington as a 5.5 point underdog. Washington is a good team, however, they've gotten "fatigued" late in the season, resulting in a 1-5 ATS L6 and 3-7 ATS L10 run. The Ducks have a ferocious defense and a far better rebounding corps. They are 4-1 ATS the L5 meetings in this series. Take Oregon. Thank you.

Take FSU.

Game 633.

5:30 pm pst.

Despite Zion Williamson's return to the floor for Duke, this is way too many points to give a very talented, deep, and scrappy FSU squad. The Seminoles out-rebounded the Blue devils, 36-27, in January's 2-point loss. Florida State has the depth and the muscle to upset Duke's inside game. Remember that the Blue devils are atrocious from both the outside and for the line (339th 3-pt shooting 30.5%, 247th FT 68.6%). The Seminoles are 4-0 ATS the L4 meetings in this series, 8-1-2 ATS the L11 on neutral sites, 6-2 ATS the L8 vs. teams with a winning percentage of over .600, and 8-3 ATS the L11 following a SU win. The Blue Devils are 0-3-1 ATS the L4 vs. the ACC< 1-3-1 ATS the L5 on neutral sites, 0-3-1 ATS the L4 vs. teams with a winning percentage of over .600, and 0-7 ATS the L7 following a SU win. Take Florida State. Thank you.

Take Villanova.

Game 630.

3:30 pm pst.

Villanova wants to be the first team in history to win three straight Big East Tournament Titles. After rallying in Friday's, 71-67 OT win vs. Xavier, this team has proven what they are made of. Basketball is all about the basics. And basically, the Wildcats have a better defense and superior rebounders. Villanova is 43-19 ATS the L62 vs. teams with a SU winning record, 36-17 ATS the L53 on neutral sites, and 29-14 ATS the L43 overall. Take Villanova. Thank you.

Take USU.

Game 628.

3:00 pm pst.

Pay no mind to yesterday's win over Nevada for SD State. USU spanked SDSU, 70-54 less than three weeks ago and will do it again here today. The Aggies possess too many playmakers, and explosive offense, and one of the best group of rebounders (rank 12th offensively, 13th defensively), in the nation. After the win over the Wolfpack Friday, expect the Aztecs to come back down to Earth today. USU is 6-2 ATS the L8 overall. Take the Aggies. Thank you.

Take Houston.

Game 618.

12:00 pm pst.

Houston thumped Memphis, 90-77, back in January. The Cougars outrebounded the Tigers and had five players post DD's. Memphis is in "let down" mode here after besting UCF by 24 points yesterday as a 3.5 point underdog. They won't able to put up big points against one of the nation's toughest defenses (8th in Points Allowed 61.1 PPG & 2nd in FG% 37.0%). To make matters worse, Houston owns a thunderous corps of rebounders that will once again dominate the boards. The Cougars are 7-1 ATS the L8 on neutral sites, 22-8-1 ATS the L31 vs. the AAC, 23-9-1 ATS the L33 vs. teams with a SU winning record, and 34-16-2 ATS the L52 overall. Take Houston. Thank you.

Take Duke.

Game 841.

6:30 pm pst.

These rivals have played twice over the last month with UNC winning and covering both. However, that was with all-universe, Zion Williamson sidelined. In his return to action yesterday, the standout accounted for 29 points and 14 rebounds in the teams, 84-72 win and cover over Syracuse. Can you now say revenge? Coach K wants this game badly. Both squads can score and both can rebound. However, the Blue Devils "D" is far better. Take Duke. Thank you.

Take Tennessee.

This is my ANNIHILATOR.

Game 822.

6:30 pm pst.

After winning 19 straight games , 4 weeks in the #1 spot, and losing their regular season contest, and dropping in the polls, look for a very deep and talented, Tennessee squad to make a statement here. Mississippi State is a good team but not of the same caliber as Tennessee. This is basically a home game for the Volunteers, with just a few hours drive on the I-40. Tennessee took the only meetings this season, 71-54. Take the Vols. Thank you.

Take Marquette.

This is my CRUSHER.

Game 834.

6:00 pm pst.

For the third time this season, these 2 Big East rivals square off. Just like the earlier 2 meetings, Marquette will own the boards with a better rebounding corps. Both teams have outstanding leaders in Howard and Powell. Both will get their points. But, the Golden Eagles are so deep with front court talent, that they will devour the Pirates in the paint. If Seton Hall makes adjustments, they are still outclassed trying to match up with the 7th ranked, 3-point shooting team in the nation. Take Marquette. Thank you.

Take SMU.

This is my Powerhouse.

Game 795.

4:00 pm pst.

The 2 meetings this season were decided by an average of 4.0 PPG. SMU comes in here winning their L2 and covering 3 straight outings, while Cincinnati has lost their L2 SU and is riding an 8-game ATS drought. Defensively, the Bearcats are solid. But, this team tends to get overvalued, especially in Conference play, where they are 5-16 ATS the L21 vs. AAC foes. SMU has 4 DD-scoring starters and 4 monster rebounders. They also cover in AAC action, going 4-1 ATS their L5 vs. Conference opponents. Take the Mustangs. Thank you.

Take Xavier.

This is my SLAM DUNK.

Game 831.

3:30 pm pst.

Xavier has 5 starters that are all averaging DD's. The Musketeers have been money to bettors, going 7-1 ATS the L8 vs. the Big East, 4-0 ATS the L4 vs. teams with a winning percentage of over .600, and 20-8-2 ATS the L30 games played on neutral sites. Villanova is a solid basketball team, but have not showed the consistency this season that they have in recent campaigns. Take the points with Xavier. Thank you.