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L.A. Clippers at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Pelicans- The last time these two played each other in late October in New Orleans the Pelicans won their third straight in this series as 5.5 point favorites. Everyone knows just what an impact Anthony Davis has on the game when on the floor scoring points, blocking shots and grabbing rebounds. Tonight he will be facing a formidable foe in the Clippers who had won nine of ten before last night's loss at Dallas but LA still leads the Western Conference with 15 wins. The Pelicans have won the last three meetings but the 'numbers' were much different. Something has happened since their last encounter in the Crescent City as the Pels are now favorites by less than a long field goal attempt. This 'price' tells me the Clippers have gained ground or that New Orleans is slipping. Either way...take LA. CLIPPERS!

L.A. Clippers at Dallas 7:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Clippers- My, my, my just look at those Clippers, they are the 'best' in the West with their 15-6 record and have won nine of 10 including their last four both SU and ATS. Dallas at 10-10 is in a better spot then most expected at this time with rookie Luke Doncic and veteran center DeAndre Jordan who is facing his ex-teammates for the first time. The Mavericks who are 6-0 ATS in their last six home games and are 14-2 ATS following a loss by 10-points or more and they are 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take DALLAS!

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Minnesota New Patriots 4:25 ET

Vikings (+) over Patriots- Minnesota was 'our' Highest-Rated' Megabucks 24-17 winner over Green Bay winner last Sunday night as they dominated the Patriots had the semi annual weekend off (played the Jets) and are 5-0 SU and 4-1 ATS at home. These two have met five times the last 15 years with the road team going 4-1 ATS. The road has been and will be so much easier for New England who for years has played in the weakest division in football. The Vikings are just starting to rev it up and are putting together a late charge and are the side tonight. Take MINNESOTA!

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Northwestern vs Ohio State 8:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Buckeyes- Having used the Buckeyes as my Early-Bird winner (10-2 86%) over Michigan last Saturday I have no qualms about playing against them this week. My problem is not on how good Ohio State's offense is but in my lack of confidence in Northwestern who I deem as being a bit short in talent with recent bowl editions. I expect this line to keep running 'up' until game time as the 'public' will believe that the #6 Buckeyes must run up the score to overcome #5 Oklahoma who played earlier. This just sweetens the pot for the Wildcats who will be looking to win the game. Take NORTHWESTERN!  

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Fresno State at Boise State 7:45 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Broncos- Its fitting that these two meet in the Mountain West Championship game as they were by far the best teams in one of the countries weakest conferences. Underdog 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings. Fresno is 0-3 ATS in their last three contests after a seven-game ATS win streak, Boise comes in winning their last seven-games with three straight covers. Considering the Broncos are 5-1 at home this is a very short number and tells me Telford's Bulldogs has a shot. Take FRESNO STATE!

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Golden State at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Warriors- In 11 games without point guard Stephen Curry the Warriors have gone 5-6 but will see the return of the games best pure shooter in the league. Kevin Durant tried to pick up the scoring slack 51 points against the Raptors Thursday and has had 40 or more points in three straight games. The trouble is teams with high scorers don't win and Golden State has struggled with out team balance. Although the Warriors have won 12 of their last 14 meetings they hare just 1-5 ATS in the last five meetings. Detroit is playing well and is 6-1 ATS in their last seven. Take the PISTONS!

Oklahoma State at Minnesota 10:00

Cowboys (+) over Golden Gophers- Minnesota opened the season 5-0 including wins over Utah, Washington and Texas A&M but when it can to their ACC matchup they fell 68-56 to Boston College last time out. Playing out of conference or just about anywhere for the Gophers has been ugly. They are 2-16 ATS against the Big-12 and just 8-21 ATS in their last 29 overall. Oklahoma State on the other hand defeated Memphis and No. 21 LSU last time while losing to NCAA champ Villanova last Friday. The Cowboys are good enough to win here. Take OKLAHOMA STATE!

Utah vs Washington 8:00 ET

Utes (+) over Huskies- Last week we posted Washington as our 'Highest-Rated' Guaranteed winner (9-1 90% L-10) and they delivered in a big way dominating Washington State 28-15. The Huskies were the Pac-12 favorites to become the first team from the conference to get into the FBS Final–4, but were exposed early in a loss to Auburn as quarterback Jake Browning and running back Myles Gaskin just didn't reach their potential. The Huskies already own a win over the Utes a 21-7 victory on September 15 but the underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Washington is 0-5 ATS in their last five on grass while Utah is 7-1 ATS in their last eight on grass. The Utes are going with replacement quarterback Jason Shelley which only strengthens their resolve. Take UTAH!

Utah at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Hornets- So the storyline here is that Utah has acquired Kyle Kover from Cleveland and the 37 year old believe it or not was one of the most productive player on the Cavaliers. Utah is off to a slow start (10-12) but are 8-6 straight-up on the road. Charlotte has been good to 'us' and their backers this season posting a 14-7 ATS record including 8-8 ATS at home. A a matter of fact the Hornets have defeated Utah four straight time at home both SU and ATS with the Jazz last winning in Dec. of 2013. After a team meeting the Utah says that they are 'locked-in' as team communication has improved. Take UTAH!

New Orleans at Dallas 8:20 ET

Cowboys (+) over Saints- How long can this go on...no not the Jerry Show in Dallas but show Drew Brees and the Saints have put on since NFL Week 2. That's when the picked-up their first win of the year as 21-18 non-cover win over Cleveland and then nine straight wins nine straight 'covers' including 5-0 SU and ATS on the road. Dallas is another story at 6-5 share the lead in the NFC East and have won three straight with Ezekiel Elliott once again becoming the league's leading rusher (1,074 yards). The Cowboys will need that to keep the ball out of Brees hands (76.4 completions) and possess the ball. Pokes must come up with 'Big D' to win here. Take DALLAS!

Golden State at Toronto 8:00 ET

Raptors (-) over Warriors- Nine points...That's right the Warriors opened a 9-point underdog to the Raptors and both Stephen Curry and Draymond Green are expected back soon possibly tonight. Golden State has been without Curry for 10 games and are 5-5 but have won their last three while Toronto is on a six-game winning streak. The Warriors are just 4-5 on the road and an even worse 2-7 ATS but have won the last eight in the series and yet the Raptors are a huge favorite here as the Warriors just don't have the same team chemistry. Take TORONTO!

Alabama at Central Florida 7:00 ET

Panthers (-) over Crimson Tide- Central Florida has waited for this matchup for the past two years and amazingly the Panthers are favored, unfortunately this is basketball and not football. Both clubs are 5-1 but that's where the similarity ends. The Tide are 1-5 ATS while C. Florida is 5-1 ATS. UCF lost their only game 80-79 to FAU while Alabama lost by 16 to Northeastern (not exactly a powerhouse). Could any of us imagine that the Panthers would favored over the Crimson but they have a weapon 'Bama can't handle, that is 7-6 Tacko Fall who has become a force in the middle. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Virginia at Maryland 7:30 ET

Terrapins (+) over Cavaliers- A pair of ranked and unbeaten (6-0) clubs will totally different styles will battle it out in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge at College Park, Maryland as the Terrapins host Virginia. The No. 4 ranked Cavaliers are known for defense under Tony Bennett and are at it again this season allowing just 49.3 points per contest. The Cavs off their 53-46 win over Big Ten rival Wisconsin in the Battle of the Bahamas Championship game and are 7-1 in the last eight meetings. This rivalry goes back to 1912 and Maryland has a huge 107-75 series lead. The Terrapins average 84.8 points per game and have a major advantage with the home floor. Take MARYLAND!

Toronto at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Raptors- Toronto appears to have righted the ship winning their last five after dropping the previous three. Meanwhile, the hometown Grizzlies have lost their last two falling at the Clippers in overtime and then returning home and getting ambushed by New York who has won a season high three straight. The Raptors swept the two-game series last year and are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. But, there's always a but, this is a much different Memphis club as they are NBA leaders in defense and had 19 blocked shots against the Knicks and former coach David Fizdale. These bears will have bite tonight...take the GRIZZLIES!

Michigan State at Louisville 7:30 ET

Cardinals (+) over Spartans- After dropping their opening game to Kansas 92-87 Tom Izzo has his No. 8 Spartans riding a five-game winning streak including the title in the Las Vegas Invitational defeating UCLA and Texas. Louisville opened with three wins but have dropped their last two to Tennessee and Marquette on the road and return home (3-0) to host Michigan State. A pair of small trends that back the Cardinals says that MSU is 3-8-1 ATS in their last 12 true road games and Louisville is 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 versus the Big Ten. Take LOUISVILLE!

Virginia Tech at Penn State 7:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Hokies- No. 12 Virginia Tech enters Bryce Jordan Center 5-0 with a perfect 4-0 ATS record. Penn State at 3-2 has been unimpressive but are 2-0 at home and are 16-7 ATS in their last 23 games. The Hokies are 3-0 ATS away from home this season but other then Purdue have had a weak schedule. The Nittany Lions are returning home after three straight on the road including their last performance against Bradley where they had their worst shooting night 28.8% in three years. Look for State to bounce back here. Take the NITTANY LIONS!

Tennessee at Houston 8:15 ET

Titans (+) over Texans- The Houston Texans are on a franchise high seven-game win streak after dropping their first games this season. This steak has not been as impressive as say the Saints streak because they are just 4-6 ATS overall and just 1-3 ATS at home as they have won four games by three points or less. The Monday night scenario is so one-sided I have to consider it a key factor, Tennessee is 7-0 ATS in their last seven MNF appearances while Houston is 2-10 ATS in their last 12 Monday nighters. Tale TENNESSEE!

Houston at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Rockets- The Wizards were off to a terrible start but have managed to win five of their last eight games and how host the over-rated Rockets. It took Houston 10 games to realize that Carmelo Anthony was more of a liability than an assets but they are still having their own issues and are 7-1 ATS overall. Each team won on their home curt as they split a pair of decisions last season. Dwight Howard is day-to-day and has missed the Wizards' last three games...it won't matter. Take WASHINGTON!

Green Bay at Minnesota 8:20 ET

Vikings (-) over Packers- Do you still believe in Aaron Rogers...I'm not so sure anymore. Yes, he's still great, I see that, but something is different. With Green Bay at 4-5-1 (tie vs Minny) a loss would pretty much make them a playoff after though. Both clubs are off losses with the Vikings quarter Kirk Cousins under fire of late losing 2-of-3 with only five touchdowns and four interceptions. It's time for him to shine for Minnesota in front of a national audience. Green Bay is 0-5 SU on the road and have lost four of six and is 0-4-1 ATS in their last five games on field turf (How 'bout dat!). The home team is 4-1 ATS in the last five games and are the play here. Take MINNESOTA!

New Orleans at Washington 8:05 ET

Wizards over Pelicans- Whoa, did that really happen? How did a team with Anthony Davis loss to the New York Knicks last night. Ah yes, The Pelicans were on the road where they are just 2-8 in 10 games. Last season Washington defeated New Orleans in both meetings and have won 12 of the last 13 meetings and are 20-7 in the last 27. Sometimes, the beat goes on when teams meet no matter who is on the floor. Note, that the Pelicans are 0-7 ATS following a straight-up loss. Take the WIZARDS!

Notre Dame at Southern California 8:00 ET

Trojans (+) over Fighting Irish- Last week 'we' had Best Bet winners in both these teams matchups as Notre Dame crushed Syracuse 36-3 Power Play winner and USC fell 'outright' 34-27 to UCLA in our Rivalry winner. After what 'we' saw last week and with the Irish needing just to win here to go undefeated and grasp a spot in the college football version of the Final-Four this line will be greatly inflated. On the other side, after winning 11 games and the Pac-12 title the Trojans must get an upset win here they will miss out on a bowl game. USC has lost four of their last five but will put a maximum effort here. Take the generous points...take SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA!

Louisiana State at Texas A&M 7:30 ET

Aggies (-) over Tigers- Okay, here we have it! The 'Jerry Special,' you remember that...It's when an unranked team (Texas A&M) is favored over a ranked team (#7 LSU). So, Jerry is 9-2 88% in this situation this season and note that the favorite is 7-0 SU and ATS in the last seven meetings and guess what...all seven wins were by the Tigers. But, this is a 'new' season at Texas A&M with Jimbo Fisher getting his first crack as an SEC school against the Bengals. Personally, I am not that impressed with LSU and can see the A&M No.2 defense against the run allowing just 80 yards per game shutting down the Tigers. Take the AGGIES!

Michigan at Ohio State 12:00 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Wolverines- This is so illogical that it can't be any other way. Ohio State may be 10-1 but the have had a mediocre season football quality wise. After an opening week loss the Notre Dame the Wolverines have reeled off 10 straight wins and for the most part in impressive performances. I could come up with some stuff like the 'Dog is 4-1 in the last five meetings which also means that Michigan is 4-1 last five because they have been the 'dog each time. Well, the rolls are reversed here and the pressure is on the Wolverines. What bothers me some is that I don't ever remember the Buckeyes being an underdog at home, like I said, the 'rolls are reversed.' Still, the points are a bonus and may become a factor as I expect the Buckeyes to move the ball better than the Blue Maze. Take THE OHIO STATE!

Utah at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Jazz (+) over Lakers- There is bound to be a turn-around of this series as the Lakers of course have LeBron James and all things are different for Los Angeles. Utah swept the series last season 3-0 and have won the last seven meetings. The young Lakers are maturing fast with James leading the way and are facing a struggling Jazz team that has dropped four of their last five. Last time out the Jazz had a weak effort in their game at Sacramento and I expect a huge change in attitude here. Take UTAH!

Washington at Washington State 8:30 ET

Huskies (+) over Cougars- I know, I understand and the Cougars are that good, I understand that the Huskies have been over-rated and underachieved (Except as 'our' Blowout GOY Winner 28-7 over BYU) all year long and are a miserable 2-9 ATS while Washington State is a most impressive 10-1 both SU and ATS and as heavy favorites in places. As school history goes it is and has been all Washington winning the last four and going 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings at Washington State. The Huskies do it again...take WASHINGTON!

Oklahoma at West Virginia 8:00 ET

Sooners over Mountaineers- Love the matchup as No. 13 West Virginia hosts No. 6 Oklahoma for a berth in the Big-12 Championship game. This could very well end up a shootout between a pair of premiere quarterbacks in college football. I have already stated that I believe the Sooners Kyle Murray is the most 'explosive' player in NCAA football and then West Virginia has Will Geir at QB who many feel will be the first pick in the draft. Grier has thrown for 3,325 yards and 33 touchdowns with eight interceptions while Murray has thrown for 3,310 yards 34 TD's and just sic ints along with 739 yards rushing for 10 touchdowns. Although the Sooners have won the last four meetings and 19 consecutive true road games, all said, the Mountaineers are off a lost at Oklahoma State and will rebound here for their first Big-12 win over the Sooners. Take WEST VIRGINIA!

Texas vs Michigan State 6:30 ET

Longhorns (+) over Spartans- both clubs are on winning streak as the Longhorns are 5-0 on the season and Michigan State has won four straight since their opening loss to Kentucky. The Spartans got here with an easy 87-67 win over UCLA while Texas was 'our' 'Highest-Rated' winner 92-89 over North Carolina. The way these two won was completely different as the 'Horns trailed the Tar Heels 17-4 and fought their way back while Michigan State just routed the Bruins. MSU has been on a down trend since conference play started last season and are 5-12-2 ATS in their last 19 games overall. I expect this game to pay close will take the points...take TEXAS!

Atlanta at New Orleans 8:20 ET

Falcons (+) over Saints- Oh man, this is one of those spots, you know the one where everyone gets 'smart' and takes the weaker team and gets crushed by the 'public' favorite. Since their opening game of the season New Orleans has been a point spread darling going 8-1 ATS and covering numbers in a huge way. The underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings but the Falcons are 1-4 ATS in their last five road games. After the way the Saints took apart Philadelphia last week 48-7 and the way Atlanta blew its game to Dallas they have to move toward the center. Better from the Falcons and less from New Orleans. Take ATLANTA!

Texas vs North Carolina 7:30 ET

Longhorns (+) over Tar Heels- When Skaka Smart left VCU to coach for Texas many thought there would be an instant turnaround but this is the year their 'backers' expect results. North Carolina is undefeated and won their first five games by an average of 30.6 points as they have played all five games at home. Texas believe it or not leads this series 7-3 and has won the last three meetings and seven of the last eight. The Tar Heels will be without point guard Seventh Woods who leads the team in assists will miss this contest because of a concussion received in practice Tuesday. Take TEXAS!

Oklahoma City at Golden State 10:30 ET

Thunder (+) over Warriors- How can this be? 'We' all realize that Golden State is in a state of flux right now having lost three straight and four of their last five. The Warriors troubles started when Stephen Curry went down and then 'team' jealousy raised it's as fragile egos and insecurity surfaced. This internal turmoil is not a small issue as basketball is such a game of chemistry (see Carmelo Anthony). If there is any other team that loves to run the floor and can play with the Warriors. I'm sure Kevin Durant will come up with some issue regarding his former team and teammate Russell Westbrook. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Sacramento at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (-) over Kings- It's time for the Jazz to starting putting things together as they are a disappointing 8-9 on the season and have inconsistent to date. Utah's last five losses are by an average 22.2 points and now they are a heavy favorite against a Kings team that is vastly improved and actually have a better record at this point of the season. The Jazz have played 11 of their first 17 on the road and I expect being back home will help against a young Sacramento team. Utah defeated the Kings in the season opener 123-117 (non-cover -8.5) and I expect them to do it against but get the money this time. Take UTAH!

Brooklyn at Miami 7:35 ET

Nets (+) over Heat- Six days ago the Heat defeated the Nets 120-107 in Brooklyn the only win for Miami in their last six games. This Heat team has shown frustrations in their play and their injury situation as point guard Goran Dragic who's swollen right knee needs to be drained of fluid too often for coach Eric Spoelstra liking. Miami hasn't played well at home winning and 'covering' just three of the nine games they have hosted. Although Brooklyn is just 4-11-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings they are 3-1-1 ATS in the last five in the 'Magic City.' Take the N-E-T-S!

Toronto at Orlando 7:05 ET

Magic (+) over Raptors- Toronto leads the NBA in wins with 13 despite Kawhi Leonard sitting out five of their 17 games although he will be back dressed and ready tonight after taking off Saturday's win at Chicago. The Raptors won all three meetings last tear and have won four straight in this series but oddly enough they are only 3-7-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Orlando who started 2-6 but have won seven of nine since to rise above the 'break-even' mark. The Magic have won four straight home games while Toronto is 2-5 ATS in their last seven trips to the 'Magic Kingdom.' Play on ORLANDO!

Kansas City at L.A. Rams 8:20 ET

Rams (-) over Chiefs- Now, this is expected to be the best game of the season as the L.A. Rams the NFL Super Bowl favorites host the AFC's most sensational offense owned by the Kansas City Chiefs. What I didn't expect was the 'public' and the 'wise guys' are both on the same side. And that's not all the majority of professional handicapping services are going on a limb with the Chiefs. It just looks to attractive being able to take points with Kansas City's offense. The adjustment to returning back to play in Los Angeles from Mexico City will be much easier for the Rams than the Chiefs who be will moving from Tee-Pee to Tee-Pee. Take LOS ANGELS RAMS!

Boston at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Celtics- Boston may have a healthy Gordon Hayward and Kyrie Irving but their overall 'team' play has take a step back this season as they are just 9-7 SU and 6-10 ATS. The Celtics are coming off a home loss to Utah where coach Brad Stevens had to remove his starters as just two of them scored in double figures. Charlotte has dropped their last two and are off an overtime loss Saturday night 112-119 to Philadelphia as Kemba Walker scored a franchise record 60 points in the loss. As far as head-to-head action is concerned Boston has been totally dominate winning seven straight meetings and are 6-0 ATS in their last six trips to Charlotte. So, why would I like the Hornets...well, they have improved while the Celtics are losing ground. In a surprise that CHARLOTTE!

Portland at Washington 6:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Trailblazers- Portland is another one of those 'Least Coast' teams that beats up on underlings at home and then turn into tourist on the road. Washinton is a disappointing 5-10 straight-up and ATS but have shown some life with the return dare I say of Dwight Howard...yes that Dwight Howard who started with Orlando and belongs in Disney's Fantasy Island because no one will ever win with this guy at the center. The Wizards just had a 3-game win streak stopped by the Nets 115-104 on Friday but are 6-0 ATS after losing a home game by 10 or more points and Washington is 8-3 ATS as hosts against the Trailblazers. So, well, it isn't like the Wizards can't win a game with Howard they just win in spite of him, this is one of those games. Take WASHINGTON!

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Carolina at Detroit 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Panthers- Very few of Bill Belichick's former coaches have been very successful and and Detroit's head coach Matt Patricia looks like another doomed coaches that is in over his head. The lions offense which was one of the best last season is now ranked 23rd while their defense against the Pass is among the worst in the league. Detroit has just four sacks in their current three game losing streak and hosts a Carolina squad that has doubts of their own. The Panthers off their Thursday night beating by Pittsburgh have shown weakness at the corners and that should be enough for Matt Stafford to expose. Take DETROIT!

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Tampa Bay at New York Giants 1:00 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Giants- So, the Giants won a game and defeated the Mighty Forty-niners who were on the third string quarterback. Despite what you may think you saw last Monday night New York is a long way for being a competitive team in this league. The Giants have won twice on the road but are a dismal 0-4 SU and ATS at home losing by an average of 12 points per game. Tampa Bay started the season with a win over New Orleans (the Saints only loss) and have realized not matter what the score that Jamis Winston is no the answer and they will be going with Ryan Fitzpatrick who has plenty of experience at Met Life Stadium one of the toughest places to throw the football because of the crosswinds (Phil Simms made the adjustment). Fitzpatrick threw for over 400 yards again last week and will put up enough points against this imposter defense of New York. Take TAMPA BAY!

Pittsburgh at Jacksonville 1:00 ET

Jaguars (+) over Steelers- Granted, Pittsburgh with Ben Roethlisberger leading the way look unstoppable even without the moron Somebody Bell. The Steelers were 1-2-1 and were looking up at the entire division (even the Browns at the time) and have reeled off five straight wins and more importantly 'covers.' Jacksonville is just a shell of themselves without Leonard Fournette who returned to action after missing four games. In last year's playoff game 'Big Ben' threw for 469 yards and five TD passes in the Jaguars 45-42 playoff win as a 7-point dog at Pittsburgh. Jacksonville has lost their last five but with the return of Fournett will look to control the ball and eek out a win. Take JAGUARS!

Arizona at Washington State 10:30 ET

Wildcats (+) over Cougars- Washington State posted their 6th win in-a-row over Colorado (UGH) last week and are now 9-1 on the season with their only loss at USC 39-36. Arizona opened the season a 11.5-point favorite against BYU and were trounced 28-23 in a game the wasn't that close. The Wildcats have won their last two and the last one was two weeks ago over Colorado 42-34 and they a win here or one in their final game against Arizona State. I have to like Arizona's chances here as the underdog is 10-4 ATS in the series. Take ARIZONA!

Utah at Boston 7:35 ET

Jazz (+) over Celtics- Trailing by 5-points with under two minutes to play the Celtics managed to pull out their second straight home win in overtime against Toronto last night. The Jazz meanwhile were struggling down the stretch as they faltered in the final moments against Philadelphia last night and they are just 1-7 ATS in the second of back-to-backs. Utah has had their problems in Boston where they are just 1-6-2 ATS in the last nine meetings and only 4-10-2 ATS overall in the last 16 meetings. Utah's Sam Mitchell is off a terrible night and the Celtics should be a little worn out both physically and mentally. Take UTAH!

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Boston College at Florida State 3:30 ET

Seminoles (+) over Eagles- in my 'Bubble has burst' category Boston College is the leader in the clubhouse. They had huge expectations (so did 'we') last Saturday night on National TV hosting Clemson. Well, they were dominated in a 27-7 drubbing by the Tigers as they lost their one-man offense in running back AJ Dillon hurting (he should be an NFL player) to an ankle injury. Meanwhile, the Seminoles have lost three straight and are 3-7 ATS on the season and coach Willie Taggert still doesn't have a clue. But, Florida has a history of pounding the Eagles and with this ridiculous 'number' it is more than likely State posts a win here. Take FLORIDA STATE!

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Southern Cal at U.C.L.A. 3:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Trojans- It hasn't been the best of season's for this pair of LA schools as USC is just 5-5 and 3-7 ATS while the Bruins are 2-8 and only 4-6 ATS. So disappointing has been the year for but these clubs this is the most combined losses they have ever had when meeting. USC leads the series 49-31-7 but are just 7-10 against UCLA in the Rose Bowl including 2-5 ATS in their last seven visits. I'm not so crazy the way this one sets up with the Trojans off a loss to Cal and UCLA beating ASU. Still I see the Bruins who have lost the last three meetings straight-up pull of a win as they have come on after a weak start. Take U.C.L.A.!

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West Virginia at Oklahoma State 3:30 ET

Cowboys (+) over Mountaineers- OK St is another club on the cusp where at 5-5 where they must win this week or next to become bowl eligible and for the Cowboys are at TCU next. West Virginia has been nearly flawless only stubbing their toe at Iowa State and they are tied with Oklahoma who they play next week. So does that give the Mountaineers leeway of they fail here and defeat the Sooners next week. Cowboys can buck the odds here and post a win for 'us' all. Take OKLAHOMA STATE!

Utah at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Jazz (+) over 76ers- It looks like the lines-makers adjustment to the Jimmy Butler trade has been strong but and surprisingly enough in the opposite direction of what 'we' expected. The 76ers are a slight favorite here as they are off a loss in Butler's debut to Orlando and the Jazz are off their worst franchise loss since moving to Utah getting crushed at Dallas Wednesday 118-68 (that is a 50-point loss if I read it right). The Jazz will come to play tonight while the Sixers are still adjusting to playing with Butler and without the two starters they sent to Minnesota. Take UTAH!

Toronto at Boston 7:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Celtics- Boston returned home and rebounded from 1-4 road trip with a resounding victory over the lowly Chicago Bulls while the Raptors have dropped their last two after starting 12-1. With the return of Gordon Hayward many of 'us' were expecting more out of the Celtics than we have seen so far this season. Toronto blew a 19-point lead to the Pistons and were defeated by last season's coach Dwane Casey. The Raptors might have got caught looking toward this match-up and they will be ready and there are two huge trends that favor Toronto. First, they are 7-2 ATS in their last nine meetings and Boston is 0-4 ATS in their last four against teams with a winning record. The last time these two met in Boston the Celtics were -4.5 and now they are favored by less than a bucket. The lines-maker has mad an adjustment and so should 'we'. Take TORONTO!

St. John's at Rutgers 7:00 ET

Scarlet Knights (+) over Red Storm- This was supposed to be the 'coming-out' season for St. John's, Chris Mullin has been given time to establish his personality on this club as he enters his fourth season at the helm. But, as fate would have it, the Red Storm's lone experienced big man on the roster has surgery on his right knee Wednesday and already the 2-0 Johnnies are having to make adjustments. St. John's prides itself on their defense and they will need it to contain the Knights who scored 90- and 95 points in their two wins. First road game for the young team from Queens and the school that is considered the University of New Jersey...Take RUTGERS!

San Antonio at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Clippers- The Clippers are off two great overtime wins for 'us' defeating Milwaukee and Golden State on Saturday and Monday. Meanwhile, the Spurs have dropped their last four on the road including last night 111-96 loss at the lowly Phoenix Suns. On the flip side the Clippers are 6-0 ATS in their last six home games but were 1-2 against San Antonio last season but are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings in Los Angeles. The Spurs have now lost four of their last five and need a huge effort tonight. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Ohio State at Creighton 7:00 ET

Bluejays over Buckeyes- both clubs are 2-0 on the season with the Buckeyes getting the cash twice while the Bluejays are 0-2 ATS. Although these two have not met since 1972 but Creighton is 13-1 against the Big Ten in their last fourteen meetings. Creighton was predicted to finish ninth in the Big East and have just two starters returning. With all this stuff going on this game is a virtual pick-em and that lends me to take the home team. Take CREIGHTON!

San Antonio at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Spurs- Well, the Spurs had to do it and they really had no choice in trading away Kawhi Leonard to Toronto in exchange for DeMar DeRosen and there lies the rub. DeRosen is the type of player that will provide you all kinds of stats expect for one...wins in crucial games as stats never lie but they can be very deceiving. Phoenix who opened the season with a huge win over Dallas has dropped 11 of 12 since including their last four. San Antonio has been no prize of late losing three of their last four but have won 14 of the last 15 meetings. After their blowout 118-101 loss to New Orleans Monday as new coach Igor Kokoskov complained about the lack of intensity. Although 2-5 SU at home the Suns are 4-3 ATS as hosts. Take PHOENIX!

Houston at Denver 9:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Nuggets- The Carmelo Anthony saga continues as the Rockets travel to Denver without their 'Super-Star' who is being shipped somewhere (anywhere) which will of course improve Houston immediately and start the decent of some other club. The Rockets won a lead leading 65 games last season with a run and gun offense that only Anthony could destroy. The Nuggets who started 9-1 have dropped their last three folding in the final minutes of their last two losses. Houston was 3-0 against the Nuggets last season and have won seven straight meetings. Houston is 4-3 on the road and with the return of Chris Paul and Clint Capela tonight helps the Rockets win here. Take HOUSTON!

San Antonio at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Spurs- It has been over four year since the Kings have posted a win over San Antonio as the Spurs have won 14 straight meetings including their last seven in Sacramento going 5-1-1 ATS. The issue here is that both these clubs have gone through dramatic roster changes as the Spurs are now without Khawi Leonard and have added DeMar DeRozan while the Kings have a slue of young talented faces. Add No. 1 pick Marvin Bagley to go with Willie Cauley-Stein, De' Aaron Fox and Buddy Hield. The Spurs have Rudy Gay, Pau Gasol and Jacob Poelti all questionable. Take SACRAMENTO!

New York Giants at San Francisco 8:15 ET

49ers (-) over Giants- Two of the NFL's bottom feeders pair up in Santa Clara where they question is can anyone here play quarterback? The Giants of course are stuck with lead foot and slow moving Eli Manning who is on pace to set records in total sacks. San Francisco started the season with what they thought was their 'franchise' quarterback in Jimmy Garoppolo and he went down with a season ending injury and C.J. Beathard came in and is now under concussion protocol. That brings us to Nick Mullens who got his chance and played to a 151.9 passer rating in his debut. Believe it or not the Niners are stronger and in a much better position then New York. Take SAN FRANCISCO!

Philadelphia at Miami 7:35 ET

Heat (-) over 76ers- so far this season Philadelphia has been easy to figure out this season as they are 7-0 straight-up at home and just 1-6 SU on the road and 1-9 ATS in their last 10 road games. Miami has dropped their last two falling apart in the final period twice, losing to the Wizards who outscored the Heat 31-12 in the final stanza and to Indiana late. Dwyane Wade has miss three games because of paternity leave (I didn't even know he was pregnant) but is expected back tonight. Of course the big news tonight is the debut of Jimmy Butler who the Sixers sacrificed 40% of their starting lineup giving up Dario Saric and Robert Covington to get him. Too much of an adjustment and too early...take MIAMI!

Charlotte at Detroit 3:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Pistons- Detroit has two of the better big men in the games as Blake Griffin and Andre Drummond clean the glass night after night and now they have a pair of unknowns coming off the bench in Stanley Johnson and Langston Galloway making major contributions. The problem for the Pistons is their inconsistency as Griffin is off a six-point performance Friday and they struggle of all places at home where they are 1-5 ATS in their last six home games. Charlotte on the other hand is 6-1 ATS following a straight-up loss. Take the HORNETS!

British Columbia at Hamilton 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Tiger-Cats- These two finished their regular season action on back-to-back weekends at the end of September each holding serve and winning at home (we had the Power Play winner). But, the season has different effects on one club to another as it is a long season (18 games/20 weeks) when these two last met at Hamilton the Tiger-Cats were -6.5 and finished the season 8-10 and now are just a one-point home favorite. British Columbia finished the season 9-9 closing with a pair of losses but that isn't that bad as Hamilton has dropped their last three and five of their last seven. The Tiger-Cats have little home field advantage as they are 2-6 ATS in their last eight at home. Take BRITISH COLUMBIA!

New Orleans at Cincinnati 1:00

Bengals (+) over Saints- New Orleans has established themselves as the front runner in the NFL with their impressive win over the previously undefeated L.A. Rams. The Saints (7-1) have won seven in-a-row since an opening day loss to Tampa Bay and are averaging 35 points per game as Drew Brees leads the NFL in completion percentage (76.3) and passer rating (120.6). Cincinnati is off a bye week and will be without A.J. Green who leads the team in receptions and are 3-6-1 ATS with him in the lineup but will have workhorse Joe Mixon running the ball to keep them in the game. After such a huge win and the disappointment of the Dez Bryant injury I can see some letdown while the Bengals (5-3) who trail Pittsburgh (6-2-1) by a game for the division being very focused after a bye week. Take CINCINNATI!

Texas at Texas Tech 4:30 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Longhorns- Texas as my 'Free' release broke my heart last Saturday as West Virginia scored the 1-point game winner in the final moment. Texas Tech (+14) was 'our' Top-3 Vegas Hotline winner 46-51 over Oklahoma last week and are ready to win here against a dispirited Longhorns squad who have dominated the series 50-17 but Tech has won two-of-three although they haven't defeated Texas at home since 2008 with Michael Crabtree. The Red Raiders most likely will be without freshman quarterback Alan Bowman and he will be replaced by sophomore Jett Duffy who has game experience. The Longhorns who already are porous on defense lost three more starters last week against the Mountaineers. The 'line' gives this one away. Red Raiders are 5-0 ATS after a SU loss. Take TEXAS TECH!

Milwaukee at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Bucks- The Bucks have a new coach and attitude this season and they have established themselves as a contender as they dismantled Golden State on Thursday. So far this season Milwaukee is 5-1 ATS in their last six games playing on a days rest while the Clippers are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games and took both games from the Bucks last season. Los Angeles has no superstar like the Giannis (The Greek Freak) but the are playing team basketball which has them 4-1 at home overall. Take LOS ANGELES!

Washington State at Colorado 3:30 ET

Buffaloes (+) over Cougars- Colorado started the season 5-0 and was fantasizing about competing with the Pac-12 elite (If there are any) as they were 2-0 in conference defeating UCLA and ASU and then 'Oh Lordy' they played next four games and haven't won since. Washington State meanwhile, is 8-1 and has ripped off five straight winners and are 4-0 ATS on the road. Coach Mike Leach said of last weeks narrow 19-13 win over Cal is 'good for teams to play close games.' I hope so Mike because 'we' have the Buffaloes and the points. Colorado will have receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. returns after missing three games all losses and the Buffaloes are 5-1 when he plays. In a tough one take COLORADO!

Northwestern at Iowa 3:30 ET

Hawkeyes (-) over Wildcats- Okay here we go in Big Ten West Division action where the leader Northwestern (5-1) is a double-digit underdog the (3-3) Hawkeyes in Iowa City. This is because the odds-makers see the Wildcats a step or two below what is expected and their numbers reenforce that belief as they point differential in virtually even. Iowa on the other hand is a plus +12 on a neutral field. This is enhanced when one realizes the Wildcats are 3-0 SU on the road but the visitor is just 2-6 ATS in this series and the favorite is 6-1 ATS. Take IOWA!

Fresno State at Boise State 10:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Bulldogs- One thing that I would bet on here is that this will be a great football game another thing I would bet on is Chip's Pac-12 Game of Year (Sat 3:30). Both teams are well coached, have talent and don't wilt under pressure. Jeff Tedford have the Bulldogs back on the level they held since the 90's when Jim Sweeney and then Pat Hill led the way. Fresno State comes to Albertsons Stadium winners of seven straight while the Broncos have won their last four after a 3-2 start. As much as I like the Bulldogs (and I do) and although they are 7-0 on the MWC road they have lost nine straight in Boise. This is the first time since 1999 at Boise State has been a home conference underdog. Bronco senior quarterback Brett Rypien has won 34 starts and he adds one more tonight. Take BOISE STATE!

Charlotte at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over 76ers- After 5-straight road losses the 76ers posted their first win (Megabucks winner) at Indiana 100-94 Wednesday but are still a force at 6-0 4-2 ATS at home. Charlotte who is led by All-Star Kemba Walker who scores at a 28.1 clip starts a 3-game road trip at Philly and then return to plat the Sixers when they return. The Hornets have lost seven straight in the series including a 105-103 loss at the Wells Fargo Center to start the season. Note that the 76ers are 1-5 ATS following a ATS win. Take CHARLOTTE!

L.A. Clippers at Portland 10:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Trailblazers- The LA Clippers have had a complete overhaul and the 'newbies' are playing well under coach Doc Rivers doing for the most part predominately on the defensive end. The Clippers hold opponents to 43.2% shooting from the floor with only 32.7% from 3-point range. This is the fifth of a six-game home stand with Portland already 3-1 including a win our 'Highest-Rated' Megabucks winner over the Bucks. LA will be missing Avery Bradley and Luc Moute but play as a team and will overcome the missing parts. Take the CLIPPERS!

Carolina at Pittsburgh 8:20 ET

Steelers (-) over Panthers- Three weeks ago the Panthers looked dead in the water as they trailed the Super Champions 17-0 in Philadelphia in the fourth quarter and some how managed to score three TD's for a 21-17 Vegas Hotline win. (Haven't had many of those in NFL lately) Well, since they have dominated Baltimore and Tampa Bay wining the last two at home and now take to the road where they are 1-2 SU and ATS. Although Ben Roethlisberger bitches about playing on Thursday's the Steelers are 3-0-1 ATS. Add that Pittsburgh is 5-0 SU last five and 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings. Carolina is tough against the run ranking 8th but it is the Steelers explosive passing attack that they will have to be concerned with. You should be concerned about Chip's Pac-12 Game of Year (7-0 100%) Saturday winner! Take the STEELERS!

Toledo at Northern Illinois 8:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Huskies- After a slow start 1-3 with losses to Iowa, Utah and at Florida State things looked dim before conference play started. Starting with a win over E. Michigan they have reeled off five straight going 4-1 ATS. Toledo has had some prolific scoring games netting 66, 63, 52 , 51 1n3 45 in their five wins. But, the Rockets are going to have to man up to the level of competition here. The price seems a bit low to me but with the road team going 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings and with the Huskies 1-7 ATS at home against winning teams. Blast off with the ROCKETS and Chip's Pac-12 GOY (7-0 100% ) winner Saturday! Take TOLEDO!

San Antonio at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat over Spurs- The Heat had dropped three straight before winning at Detroit Monday 115-110 in overtime and they did it without Hassan Whiteside who averages 14.6 rebounds and 2.75 blocks per contest. Whiteside is questionable tonight and that lowers 'our' rating of this battle just a bit. I like teams in situations when they are ready to win regardless of who's in the starting lineup and I like Miami hear. Defense is such a key ingredient to the Heat winning as they held the Pistons to 41% shooting from the field. Take MIAMI!

Milwaukee at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers over Bucks- Just how good are this year's Milwaukee Bucks? Matching their best start in franchise history dating back to their Kareem Abdul-Jabbar days in 1971-72 the Bucks are led by ever-emerging Super-star Giannis Antetokounmpo who has been totally dominate in the early going. Milwaukee has had the benefit of having played six of their nine games at home where they are 6-0 SU and 5-1 ATS but, the road has been a little different. This term they are 2-1 SU and 1-2 ATS and 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games although they are 6-1 ATS in their last seven meetings in Portland and six of the last seven meetings overall. So these past trends are all one-sided but with one huge difference between then and now...the Bucks are now the favorite. 'Turn-about is fair play'...take PORTLAND!

Tennessee at Dallas 8:15 ET

Cowboys (-) over Titans- Tennessee and Dallas have identical 3-4 records with the Titans having lost their last three and are off the loss in London two weeks ago. Dallas like so many mediocre clubs plays well at home going 3-0 while being winless (0-4) on the road. The Cowboys like the Titans are off a bye week although they didn't have to travel overseas. Neither quarterback is any thing to write home about and both squads have fine defenses but thenTitans offense is one of the worst in the NFL while the Cowboys at least have Ezekiel Elliot. Take DALLAS!

Cleveland at Orlando 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Magic- This could be ugly with the 1-8 Cavaliers and the 3-6 Magic going at each other. Cleveland who has won once (at home of course) and is 0-4 straight-up on the road but 3-1 ATS with their loss ATS coming last time out at Charlotte. Orlando is 0-4 ATS in their last four home games and the Cavaliers are 8-3 in their last 11 meetings in Orlando (with James) and will suck it up once again. The Magic are off an outright road win at San Antonio and will return to the center here. Take CLEVELAND!

Philadelphia at Brooklyn 6:00 ET

nets (+) over 76ers- When Joel Embiid wants to play the 76ers are virtually unbeatable and fortunately he prefers to play his best in front of the home crowd. Philadelphia is now 6-0 at home after pounding Detroit on Saturday as Embiid had 19 points and 17 rebounds, but playing on the road is a different story. The 76ers are 0-4 when playing away from home and are 0-7 ATS in their last eight on the road. Brooklyn is 2-2 at home and off a loss to Houston on Friday where they blow a 17-point lead. This time their efforts cover four full quarters. Take the NETS!

Detroit at Minnesota 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Vikings- The in-n-out Lions at 3-4 and still in the thick of the things in the NFC North trailing the Bears (4-3) by just one-game. Detroit is coming off a home loss to Seattle (28-14) while the Vikings lost at home to New Orleans 30-22 after having won three in-a-row. If Minnesota is going to have their way they will do it on the round were the Lions defense is the weakest. But, Matthew Stafford is capable of earning at least a part of that contact and deliver the goods here. Road team is 4-1 ATS in last five...take DETROIT!

Pittsburgh at Baltimore 1:00 ET

Ravens (-) over Steelers- I don't know what going to happen here but this contest caught my eye right of the bat. Not just believe its the Steelers and Ravens but because of the spot these two enter the battle. Pittsburgh has won three straight and at 4-2 lead the AFC North while Baltimore has dropped their last two and have fallen to 4-4. Just with records alone the Ravens are in desperate straits to win this game. Falling 3-game back in the loss column after your season mid-point spells problems for playoff hopes. Note, that Pittsburgh is 1-6-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take BALTIMORE!

Boston at Indiana 7:05 ET

Pacers (+) over Celtics- After a 2-2 start Boston has reeled off four straight wins including a franchise setting 3-point performance (24 made) to take down previously undefeated Milwaukee. Indiana who has won their last two contests both on the road return home off a sluggish outing at Chicago. Somehow, even with the return of Gordon Hayward the Celtics are not as highly touted by the 'books' as they were last season as they are 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games against a team with a winning record and the Pacers are 17-5 ATS in their last 22 following an ATS loss. Take INDIANA!

Missouri at Florida 4:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Gators- Florida is coming off a major letdown as their SEC chances are done. Meanwhile, Missouri is still searching for their first SEC win (0-4) and nothing less then a total offensive collapse in the 2nd half last week (zero 1st downs-8 straight 3-n-out)) against Kentucky kept them out of the win column. Tigers quarterback Drew Luck will play at the next level and I expect him to rally his offense this week with a great Gator challenge. Florida QB situation is one of inconsistency and turnovers. Look for the Tigers to notch their first SEC win...take MISSOURI!

Penn State at Michigan 3:45 ET

Wolverines (-) over Nittany Lions- I sort of feel a little out of my head giving so many points to the Nittany Lions but that's why I'm attracted to Michigan. The points are generous for a reason and maybe the Wolverine 'Revenge Tour' has something to do with it as they are avenging losses from last season, first to Wisconsin, then Michigan State and now for Penn State who crushed Michigan 42-13 last season. Jim Harbaugh said that they will pay for 'rubbing' it in. Take MICHIGAN!

Oklahoma City at Washington 7:30 ET

Wizards over Thunder- A pair of also-rans go at it in the nations capital as the Wizards who are winless at home (0-2) host Oklahoma City. The Thunder started 0-4 but have ripped off four three straight wins including a 19-point comeback against Charlotte last time out. Washington made an off-season acquisition of eight-time all-start Dwight Howard and for the most part I believe that acquiring Howard spells doom for any team he is associated with. As long as Howard rebounds and stays away from the free thrown line they can win here. Take WASHINGTON!

Sacramento at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Kings- Sacramento who started 1-3 with some explosive youngsters on their squad has reeled off for straight wins including the last two on the road. That is a good sign for the Kings but won't help overcome them tonight against Atlanta who has lost their last two on the road and returns home to host the Hawks who has lost 11 straight in Atlanta. Like the Kings to Hawks are among the youngest teams in the league and will play their best at home. Take ATLANTA!

Utah at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Jazz- Utah has won the first three games of this four-game road trip and finish at Minnesota who is at home for their third straight games. The Timberwolves won the first two meetings last season and then the Jazz won the other two to balance the series. Minnesota bounced-back from a 30-point home loss to Milwaukee and took a 124-120 win over the Lakers last time out as Towns and Butler finally played well at the same time. Take TIMBERWOLVES!

Miami at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Heat (+) over Hornets- Miami fell to the Hornets 113-112 in their home opener ten days ago in a game they believe that they got 'hosed' by the officials in the final second of play. The Heat are off a home loss to Sacramento last night despite Hassan Whiteside's 24 rebounds and five blocked shots because of a poor shooting night from the field and free throw line. Miami is 5-1-1 ATS in the last seven meetings and are 4-1 ATS in Charlotte. Take the HEAT!

Atlanta at Cleveland 7:05 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Hawks- Cleveland is the only winless (0-6) team in the NBA and have a 'new' coach as Tyronne Lue could not survive the James departure. The Cavaliers who opened their home season with a 133-111 loss to the Hawks nine days ago as an 8-point favorite are now favored again and it seems a bit odd for a team that hasn't won a game yet and have already been pounded by Atlanta at home. Maybe new coach Larry Drew can turn them around. Take CLEVELAND!

Utah at Dallas 7:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Jazz- In an unusual twist the Jazz who hold one of the stronger home court advantages is 0-2 at home and 3-0 on the road. Utah has their way in New Orleans last night crushing the previously undefeated Pelicans 132-111. Dallas has a mirror image record as they are 0-3 on the road and 2-0 at home. The Mavericks will have the return of Dennis Smith who missed a start because of and ankle sprain and leading scorer Harrison Barnes is back after a hamstring pull. After last night's blow-out win Utah should fall back a bit tonight. Take DALLAS!

Green Bay at L.A. Rams 4:25 ET

Rams (-) over Packers- This game has attracted plenty attention not only because it involves the best team in the league or the best quarterback on the field but because the 'line' is so high. I'm wondering if they are trying to tell us that the Rams are that good or Green Bay heading south. We should realize that both could be true and I do suspect that the Packers are on the down slide. Problems with Rogers are greater then 'they' are willing to admit as he appears at times to be hobbling. Green Bay have the best QB on the field but Los Angeles has the best running back with Todd Gurley leading the NFL with 686 yards on the ground and 14 touchdowns (Rogers only has 12 TD's). I think that the line is excessively high and that gives me thought that the oddsmakers are making it easy for 'us' to take the points. Well, not this time. Take the RAMS!

Philadelphia vs Jacksonville 9:30 ET

Jaguars (+) over Eagles- Do any of you guys or gals recall what has happened the previous NFC East Super Bowl Champions the following season. The Giants alone didn't make the playoffs after each of their four Super Bowl wins and the Eagles 'hangover' runs as deep. Okay, enough of these guys falling flat, how about the Jaguars play of late it has been a disgrace. These two met for the NFC title last season and it doesn't look that either of them will make it back to that level. Big news about the Jags their QB and it will be Blake Bortles and the team will respond. Jacksonville has won three in-a-row at Wembley Stadium and this makes four. Take the JAGUARS!

Texas at Oklahoma State 8:00 ET

Cowboys (+) over Longhorns- Listen if the Cowboys weren't able to control Longhorns we would all be vegetarian streak including a win over Oklahoma 48-45. Oklahoma State has a high powered offense that averages nearly 40-points per contest and they have had two weeks as well to pine off their beating at Kansas State (maybe a look-ahead). The Longhorns needed the two weeks for QB Sam Ehlinger to return from a sprained passing shoulder. Texas has the series edge 24-8 but the Cowboys have won six of the past eight and tonight makes another WIN! Take OKLAHOMA STATE!

Charlotte at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

Hornets (+) over 76ers- After what I saw out of the 76ers last season I expected them to be force in the East and challenge Boston for the conference title. But, Philadelphia made a mess of their draft and are insisting on using personnel that is ready for prime time. Joel Embiid is a dominate figure when healthy and is questionable tonight after rolling' his ankle in practice yesterday. The Hornets dropped all four meetings last year by an average 14.5 points Without Embiid the Hornets Kemba Walker and Tony Parker should have their way. Take CHARLOTTE!

Utah at U.C.L.A. 10:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Utes- Utah is in position to win the South Division (3-2) but must first get by the Bruins who still have a shot after starting 0-5 (2-2). The Utes are off a convincing win over USC 41-28 moving them into the ranked teams at No. 24 and now catch a squad that is brimming with confidence after posting back-to-back wins smashing California and defeating Arizona. Utah is knowN for it's defense and it is UCLA that has excelled leading the Pac-12 with a plus 6 turnover ration. They have enough to get the money here. Take U.C.L.A.

Calgary at Winnipeg 8:30 ET

Blue Bombers (-) over Stampeders- This is the first time that Calgary have been an underdog this entire season. They have already clinch their playoff spot and may not be motivated here. After a 4-game losing streak they responded and are currently on a 4-games SU and ATS win streak. The Blue Bombers seem to pay their best at home against teams with winning records as they are 15-5 ATS in their last 20. Take WINNIPEG!

Boston at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Celtics- Maybe it's just because it is early in this season, but the Celtics just don't look right to me. The return of Gordon Hayward has not been impressive but neither has the performance of Oklahoma City. The Thunder are 0-3 with Russell Westbrook making his debut in their last game against Sacramento 131-120 putting up 32 points, 12 rebounds with eight assists. Boston has won 10 of the last 12 meetings straight-up but are a meager favorite here. Look for OKC to post their first win of the season. Take the THUNDER!

Indiana at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Pacers (+) over Spurs- 'What a difference a day makes'....actually an off-season. San Antonio who has been a major factor in the NBA for decades has taken a step down (in the odds-makers eyes). In the last 10 meetings between the Spurs and Pacers that have been played in Texas SA has been favored by six to 10-points in each game. Tonight they opened less than a long field goal and that speaks volumes. Indiana who is off Monday's loss at Minnesota are 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games after a ATS loss. Indiana has won just two of their last 16 trips to San Antonio and that is why this line is so suspect. Take PACERS!

Philadelphia at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over 76ers- The Pistons have a new attitude inspired by their 'new' head coach Dwane Casey who is the reining NBA Coach of the Year after leading Toronto to the best record in the East last season and they are 2-0. I was so high on the 76ers going into the NBA Spring draft and since then they have gone in the wrong direction. This will be a match-up of two huge power players in the Sixers Joel Embiid and the Pistons Blake Griffin who are both scoring over 29 points per. Aside from playing Markelle Fultz as a starter Philly has an ailing Ben Simmons forcing more action off their bench. Take DETROIT!

Washington at Portland 10:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Trailblazers- Both clubs opened their season with a pair of home games with Washington losing twice and Portland winning their first twice. This of course if the third straight home game for the Blazers while the Wizards are starting a five-game road trip. This contest provides us with one of the best back court pairs going at it as Washington's Bradley Beal and John Wall will be pitted against Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum. In game three both clubs should move more toward the middle. Take WASHINGTON!

Cincinnati at Kansas City 5:20 ET

Bengals (+) over Chiefs- Those 'Dirty-rotten' pieces of garbage, did it to 'us' 'me' again. I frigging' HATE this club as they find ways to lose that can't be anticipated. Yet yes, I am talking about the Cincinnati Bengals am I will have them 'good' here. Kansas City falls into what Wayne and I like to call the 'Bang-Bang) theory. When are team, be it basketball, football or any sport for that matter has it's undefeated streak broken into the season that they struggle to recover emotionally before their next encounter. Therefore more often then not they don't make it especially as a favorite. All the trends say to fade the Bengals but I can't here. Take CINCINNATI!

Golden State at Denver 8:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Warriors- Golden State remains undefeated as they staged a dramatic 18-point come back to beat Utah at the buzzer 124-123 on Friday while the Nuggets are also 2-0 after cruising past Phoenix 119-91 yesterday. Denver is 2-0 for the first time in seven years while for the Warriors it hasn't been since 2015. These two split for meetings last season but Denver is 62-22 at home against Golden State. Take the NUGGETS!

New England at Chicago 1:00 ET

Bears (+) over Patriots- I love it, I love that way the Bears just folded in Miami in a game that they thought they had won. And that was the problem, once you start thinking about next weeks opponent (New England) you can never get it back. Chicago blew late to the Dolphins because the Patriots were creeping into their minds. (even if not, it could have happened) But, the point should be that the Pat's will have their full attention for a full sixty minutes. New England handed Kansas City their first loss last Sunday night scoring 43 points. Here's the rub, NE is just 3-9-1 ATS after scoring 40 or more points and I have more, The Bears are 10-3 straight-up and 11-2 ATS at home against AFC East off a win (Thank you ML-Playbook). Anyway you slice it the Bears are the 'play.' Take CHICAGO!

Toronto at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Raptors- I'm sure that there will be an over-reaction to Toronto's quick 2-0 start and convincing win over the Celtics last night. Kawhi Leonard led the way last night with 31 points and 10 rebounds is bringing the Raptors into Washington where the Wizards lost their opener to Miami 113-112. This contest is a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference first round playoff series which Toronto won in six games. This time it's the home team. Take WASHINGTON!

N.C. State at Clemson 3:30 ET

Tigers (-) over Wolfpack- Let me start by saying if I had not already posted my NCAA Blow-Out Game of the Year (Washington 28-7 winner) this would be it. Don't be sucked into taking an undefeated conference rival and all those points. It's a SUCKERS BET! Don't do it. The trends here will support the Wolfpack on numerous counts including they fact that they are 18-3 ATS in their last 21 games following a bye, that they are 5-1 ATS in their last six trips here, the dog is 6-2 ATS in the last eight and to cap it off Clemson is 0-4 ATS in their last four at home. Well, why then...I guess THEY'RE DUE! Take CLEMSON!

Cincinnati at Temple 12:00 ET

Owls (-) over Bearcats- Here we go again...Jerry called! He's right! Last week he called and pointed out unranked USC as a 7-point favorite over a #17 ranked Colorado and won easily. This week he called to remind me that ranked and unbeaten #21 Cincinnati (6-0) comes to Temple as an underdog to the Scarlet Knights (4-2). If you are looking for answers or a rational explanation as to how this or that is going to happen or why, for that matter it is going to happen. But, it should! Maybe, some people of 'influence' in the Philadelphia area want the Owls to shine or maybe there are conditions and circumstances surrounding this game that we never be privy to. By the way the longer the wait the better the 'price' will be! Take TEMPLE!

Golden State at Utah 10:30 ET

Jazz (+) over Warriors- Both of these clubs opened with a pair of unimpressive wins as Golden State defeated Oklahoma City 108-100 as a double-digit favorite at home while Utah won a lackluster 123-117 performance at Sacramento. Utah won three of their four meetings last season winning both home contest and the final three meetings. The Jazz consider themselves a tough defensive team and they will make 3-points difficult for the Champs. Take UTAH!

Minnesota at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Spurs- When thinking about what going on with these two clubs it's hard to imagine they finished the 2017-28 season with the exact same 47-35 record. We are all aware of the circus that Jimmy Butler has created for the Timberwolves while San Antonio had internal issues of their own when DeMar DeRozan was balking about being traded from Toronto. I am not a DeRozan fan and don't believe his presence makes the Spurs any better. I expect an angry and motivated Butler to be too much to handle. The last time they payed here the Spurs were -4.5 and this contest opened -1. Vegas feels the Wolves are at least 3-points better then last they met. Take MINNESOTA!