San Antonio at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Spurs- So Spurs coach Gregg Popovich is not happy with his team's performance in their last contest a 96-91 win over Dallas which was his club's sixth straight victory. Meanwhile Hornets' coach Steve Clifford has a squad that has dropped their last two and four of their last six and says his team is learning and hopes to get better. These two split their two meetings last season with the Hornets win ending a 10-game losing streak to the Spurs with a 91-88 home win. San Antonio is 7-0 on the road and 5-2 ATS but after the Hornets terrible effort last time out they win here. Take CHARLOTTE!

Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Thunder- The Thunder certainly have the most exciting player in the league in Russell Westbrook but after a quick start to the NBA season (6-0) they have fallen six of their last nine as Westbrook throws up shots from anywhere on the court. Yes, he is a huge assists man but there are five players and the Thunder are just not well balanced. The Lakers on the other hand are young and spirited looking to prove that they belong. OKC has won the last nine meetings but will be facing a different Lakers squad this time out. Take LOS ANGELES!

Towson at Boston College 7:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Eagles- Boston College who opened the season with a loss to Nicholls ended a 20-game losing streak by defeating Maryland Eastern Shore and Stony Brook winning their last two. Towson took No. 23 Maryland down to the final horn Sunday losing by three and are 2-1 on the season. Rebounding will be the key for Towson as they grabbed 17 offensive boards in each of their last two games and have out-rebounded 22 consecutive opponents. The Eagles have won their last two but they are 335 among 349 Division I teams shooting 56.9 percent from the free throw line. Take TOWSON! 

Miami at Los Angeles 4:05 ET

Rams (+) over Dolphins- Man, I've been sitting on this one since last Sunday night. First, I heard good news, 'that Miami was not returning to Florida” but were staying in California for the week. Now, that may seem like a good idea to you but for a football team from the east or south for that matter does not establish a good mindset. Think about it spending a week in the land of 'fruits and nuts' where everything is so laid-back you begin to think about La-La Land. Of course then came the bad news...a rookie starter. That for ions has been a 'kiss-of-death' to bettors. Okay, so Jared Goff gets the start against a team that has won their last fur. But, the Rams can play defense and together will rally around their new leader and pull out the victory! Take LOS ANGELES!

Southern California at UCLA 10:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Trojans- Now that the pressure is off USC as they crushed Washington as my Pac-12 game of the Year 26-13 (as a 8-point dog) they think that I will give them a pass this week against their cross-town rivals...nope can't do it! Even though UCLA is among the worst in rushing (127 out of 128) this is one of those games (yes, one of those games) where you do throw out their records. But, there are plenty of trends on the Bruins sideline, they are 10-2 ATS at the Rose Bowl when the Trojans enter after a win and any team that defeats a 9-0 or better team is 8-24 ATS the following week. Because if you did you could never play the Bruins. But, I will hold me nose and take UCLA!   

Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over Grizzlies- The Minnesota Timberwolves may well be the most over-rated team in the NBA as the odds-makers are giving them a whole lot of respect. Memphis comes home with a 7-5 record and are off a total annihilation of Dallas allowing just 64 points. The point here is that the 4-7 Wolves are favored at Memphis which does not seem right when you consider the Griz are 11-4 ATS at home in back-to-back encounters. These two have met twice already this season with the home team taking both contests. This time the tables turn. Take MINNESOTA!

Toronto at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Raptors- The Toronto Raptors are trying to get to the upper level and join the league's elite but have shown that they have a way to go coming off consecutive losses against Cleveland and Golden State. Now, they start a five-game road trip and travel to Denver where the 'mile high' air makes it difficult to overcome the weakest of opposition. The Nuggets have posted three of their four wins on the road while the Raptors have won three-of-four on the road. I believe these numbers will move to the center. Take DENVER!

Philadelphia at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (-) over 76ers- The Timberwolves are young and coach Tom Thibodeau is getting impatient waiting for his young squad to play like professionals on a daily basis. Philadelphia who has enough 'young' players of their own posted just their 2nd win in 11 tries last night and have won three of the last four against the Wolves but are 0-4 on the road this season. Philadelphia's Joel Embiid is finally on the floor after two years of rehab although playing every other game he leads the team in scoring and will be available tonight. Minnesota's talent is raw but it is there. Take the TIMBERWOLVES! 

San Antonio at Sacramento 10:30 ET

Kings (+) over Spurs- The Spurs who were 40-1 at home last season are just 3-3 as hosts this season but they are a perfect 5-0 on the road. This is already the second meeting between these two in Golden 1 Center as the Spurs and Kings opened the season here as San Antonio won their sixth straight in the series 102-94 as an 8.5-point favorite. This time they are a the lowest point-spread that they have been favored in their last eight visits. Sacramento has dropped their last two but has had five days to get ready for this contest. Take the KINGS! 

Atlanta at Miami 7:35 ET

Heat (+) over Hawks- Without Dwyane Wade the Miami Heat (2-7) haven't shown much aside from Hassan Whiteside who has eight double-doubles and nine straight double-digit rebound games. Atlanta has won their last four including a win at Cleveland with newly acquired Dwight Howard leading the way. The Hawks have 'covered' seven of their first nine while Miami is just 2-4 ATS in their last six. With the Heat returning home its time for the rolls to swing back toward the center. Take MIAMI!

Villanova at Purdue 7:00 ET

Boilermakers (+) over Wildcats- Last year's National Champion Villanova open the season with a rout of Lafayette 88-48 as they led 49-17 at the half. Purdue who starts the season in the Top-20 out-ran McNeese State in their opener 109-65. There is a contrast between these two as the Wildcats have a talented back court as where the Boilermakers have an impressive front line with Caleb Swanigan (23 points, 20 rebounds vs. McNeese) and Vince Edwards. Purdue has a point guard of their own as well with Jalen Brunson and can muster up a win at home. Take PURDUE!

Miami at San Diego 4:05 ET

Dolphins (+) over Chargers- With a new found running game behind Jay Ajayi Miami has

won three straight as they travel cross country to battle San Diego. The Dolphins have yet to post a road victory as all four of their wins came at home as they produced 222, 256 and 137 yards rushing their last three games. San Diego has a running game of their own as Melvin Gordon has 768 yards rushing on the season. This should be a close one and I see the newly inspired Dolphins getting the money. Take MIAMI! 

Green Bay at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Titans (+) over Packers- The Packers have dropped their last two and everybody seems to be piling on Aaron Rogers but when you look at the stats the Green Bay problem shouldn't fall on him. Rogers has 10 TD passes and only one interception. The Packers problem is their running game as they have gone to wide receiver Ty Montgomery as running back due to Eddie Lacy's season ending injury. Injuries are taking their toll as Jared Cook was been sidelined, linebacker Clay Mathews is missing practice and Jordy Nelson has not returned to form after missing last season. Packers missing to much and Titans capitalize. Take TENNESSEE! 

L.A. Clippers at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Clippers- The L.A. Clippers are off to the best start in franchise history having won eight of their first nine to open the season and are coming off a hard fought 110-108 victory at Oklahoma City last night. They also have had their way against the Timberwolves winning 15 of the last 16 meetings straight-up and going 12-2 ATS in their last 14 in Minnesota. The Wolves did just record their first road win of the start as they start a four-game home stand. Under new coach Tom Thibodeau to guild their young talent with Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns and Zack LaVine the T'wolves are growing fast. This time around the home team gets the money. Take MINNESOTA!

Southern California at Washington 7:30 ET

Trojans (+) over Huskies- Everyone is so enamored with the Huskies as Washington has moved into the big picture at No. 4 and will be playing their most formidable foe to date in the young Trojans. Washington has had the better off most of their opponents but their schedule has been questioned and for good reason. There in no doubt the Huskies have talent and 3rd year head coach Chris Peterson who has so much success at Boise State. USC started against Alabama lost badly and now after five straight wins that loss with the Tide's dominate season it doesn't look as bad. This game is huge for Washington but the Trojans who lead the series 51-29-4 can play here. Take SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA!  

LSU at Arkansas 7:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Razorbacks- What a disappointment the Tigers were last week failing to score against Alabama in their 10-0 defeat while Arkansas was routing ranked Florida. LSU averaged 41.7 points their last three games under interim coach Ed Orgeron in wins over Missouri, Southern Miss and Mississippi but were shut down by the fierce Alabama defense. LSU is 7-2 ATS after a shutout loss and the Razorbacks are 1-6 ATS after Florida. Now, here we have Arkansas with a better record at home getting a generous points and I believe the odd-maker knows what he is doing. The Razorbacks can be beaten badly as the Auburn final 56-3 will indicate. Take LSU! 

Stanford at Oregon 4:00 ET

Ducks (+) over Cardinal- Oh, 'how the mighty have fallen.' Both Stanford and Oregon have had disappointing season's as Oregon is guaranteed their first losing Pac-12 season since 2006 and Stanford is 4-3 in conference play but is bowl eligible with six wins. Cardinal Christian McCaffery's Heisman run came to a halt early as injuries slowed the all-purpose back who still ranks 4th nationally with 190 yards per game. An oddity surrounding this contest is that both clubs are an identical 60-17 in their last 77 games. Stanford has dropped 11 of their last 14 against Oregon and six of seven in Eugene. Take the DUCKS!  

Brooklyn at New York 7:00 ET

Knicks (-) over Nets- So the 2-4 New York Knicks are a huge favorite against a team (Brooklyn) that has a better record and no team discord. New York has been blown out three of their four home games at Madison Square Garden as the Jeff Hornacek's version off the 'Triangle' has not been effective. The series has been played to a virtual tie as the Knicks lead the series 92-91. With the addition of Derrick Rose, Jokin Noah to go along with Carmelo Anthony and Kristaps Porzingis the Knicks have more fire-power. Take NEW YORK!

New Orleans at San Francisco 4:05 ET

49ers (+) over Saints- Since dropping their first three games New Orleans has comeback to win three of four going 4-0 ATS and are off a gritty home win over Seattle. The 49ers who won their opener over the Rame 20-0 haven't been competitive since losing six in a row. San Francisco will have the return of Carlo Hyde and he will be needed to control the ball and keep it out of the hands of the league's top-ranking passing offense led by Drew Brees. San Francisco has won three of the last four meetings and will have everybody's favorite Colin Kaepernick under center. Somehow, the Niners get ti done here. Take SAN FRANCISCO!  

L.A. Clippers at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Spurs- San Antonio is play the second of back-to-back contest with the first one being played in Utah last night. Los Angeles also had a game last night a 99-88 win at Memphis. It is being such a shot hope from Tennessee to Texas the Clippers wont have any travel lag. San Antonio who lost only one home game all of last season is such a meager favorite here it gives thought that the Clippers could win here. Take LOS ANGELES!

Nebraska at Ohio State 8:00 ET

Buckeyes (-) over Cornhuskers- Tell me this doesn't look out of whack. A No. 6 ranked 6-1 team is this huge a favorite over the No. 10 ranked 6-1 team Nebraska and it is a conference game to boot. After a quick start Ohio State has hit a lull their past three game having to go overtime to defeat Wisconsin, losing at Penn State and then barely beating Northwestern at home last week. Nebraska also went overtime against Wisconsin but lost last week to the Badgers after overcoming a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter. The difference here with be with the quarterbacks as the Cornhuskers Tommy Armstrong has 11 TD passes and 7 Int's while the Buckeyes J.T. Barrett who has 17 TD passes and only 4 Int's. Add the fact that Ohio State has a major advantage in coaching with Urban Meyer opposed to Nebraska Mike Riley who is in over his head with this one. Take OHIO STATE!

Alabama at L.S.U. 8:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Crimson Tide- Without a doubt Alabama has been the most dominating team in college football this season winning by and average of 29-points per game. It isn't the Tide offense that has set everyone on their heels it's their defense which has scored an amazing 12 non-offensive touchdowns (nine on defense and three on punt returns). Les Miles is gone and interim coach Ed Orgeron is 3-0 for LSU who has lost their last five meetings against Alabama who holds a 50-25-2 series advantage. The Tigers have look better and have had an extra week to prepare for this SEC showdown. LSU is 15-4 when Fournette rushes for 100 yards and they are 5-0 when he hits 200. The last time they met he had 31 yards on 19 carries. I expect more for him on Saturday. Take LOUISIANA STATE! 

New York Knicks at Chicago 8:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Bulls- The city of Chicago still has a hangover from the Cubs World Series win and even the Bulls have been affected. Their will be a championship parade today to celebrate the end of the 108 year 'curse' and the Bulls can't help but get caught up in it. New York may have a 'new' look this season with the addition of former Bulls Derek Rose and Joakim Noah along with coach Jeff Hornacek but the look the same on the court. The Knicks are struggling on defense and that just takes more effort according to coach Hornacek. This time New York comes to play on both ends of the court. Take the KNICKS!

Atlanta at Tampa Bay 8:25 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Falcons- This has always been weird one as has had success against Atlanta with Jameis Winston leading Tampa Bay to three straight home wins in this series. These two opened the season against each other as the Buccaneers surprised the Falcons in the Georgia Dome 31-24 as Winston threw for our touchdowns. Atlanta has the No.1 offense in the NFL as Matt Ryan leads the league in yards (2,636) and touchdowns (19). A bit of inside info here as Tampa Bay coach Dirk Koetter in former Falcons offensive coordinator while Mike Smith is a former coach of Atlanta as well. Take the BUCCANEERS! 

Golden State at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- Golden State has rebounded from their opening night loss to San Antonio with two wins over New Orleans and Phoenix. Portland was eliminated from the NBA Playoff by the Warriors last spring in a series where Damian Lillard averaged 31.8 points and 7.6 assists and now it's 35 points and 5.3 assists this season. After 73 wins this season the Warriors have yet to bring things together with the addition of Kevin Durant and still look a bit disconnected. Take PORTLAND!

Minnesota at Chicago 8:30 ET

Bears (+) over Vikings- Oh Boy! Jay Cutler returns and Bears fans everywhere are shuttering. Minnesota has had eight full days to stew over their first loss of the season last week against the Eagles. Chicago meanwhile just continues to be their miserable selves failing not only to win be even be somewhat respectable (1-6 ) against the points. Most will think that the Vikings will be ready to bounce bad after incurring their first loss of the season last week in Philadelphia but after that loss burst your bubble it is difficult to get 'up.' The Bears have looked so bad and need as professional to show up in this 'Monday Nighter'. Take CHICAGO!

New England at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Patriots- New England has lost one game so far this season and that was to Buffalo before Tom Brady was re-instated. New England and the rest of Tom's teammates are seeking revenge for that loss inflicted on the Patriots by Buffalo (16-0) in Foxboro the first weekend in October. Brady has been near perfect since his return with eight touchdown passes and no interceptions and has an incredible 25-3 record against Buffalo. The Bills were caught in a look-ahead situation last Sunday as they were pounded by the lowly Dolphins in Miami. This week come they will be ready Sunday. Take BUFFALO! 

Clemson at Florida State 8:00 ET

Seminoles (+) over Tigers- For all 'intense and purposes' this game will decide the ACC Atlantic Division as it has for the last seven years. Florida State enters this contest flawed as they have already been beaten twice by Louisville and North Carolina while No.2 Clemson is 7-0 and is lead by DeShaun Watson who had 404 totals yards against the Seminoles in last year's 23-13 home win. The home team has won 12 of the last 14 games in the series. Take FLORIDA STATE! 

Auburn at Mississippi 7:15 ET

Rebels (+) over Tigers- Boy, I hope 'we' are not being set-up here as it look too good to be true for me. Last week 'we' posted Auburn 56-3 as my 'Major Shocker' running for 697 yards and setting the SEC rushing yardage record for a single game. Mississippi meanwhile, lost their second straight and are now looking for their second SEC win. The Tigers have had the edge series wise going 10-3 at Ole Miss and 29-11 overall. Don't let that scare you as the will have trouble defensing Kelly's air strikes. Take MISSISSIPPI!

Baylor at Texas 3:30 ET

Longhorns (+) over Bears- No. 6 Baylor bring their 6-0, 3-0 unbeaten record into Austin to play the struggling Longhorns who are off a loss at Kansas State. The Bears are well rested having had a week off and having played Kansas and Iowa State in their previous two games. Texas has already had some battles defeating Notre Dame 50-47 in the opener and took Oklahoma down to the final gun 45-40. I really do question Baylor's toughness as their easy schedule hasn't proved much. Take TEXAS!   

L.A. Lakers at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (-) over Lakers- We were able to 'clock' the Lakers in their opening win against Houston Wednesday as all of Los Angeles celebrated for Luke Walton as he is the new coaching guru in the NBA. The new and improved Lakers may be without Kobe Bryant but even the discussion or thoughts of him are now gone. Utah opened the season at Portland Tuesday and were handed a 114-106 defeat. Returning to Salt Lake City for their home opener the Jazz run down the Lakers. Take UTAH!

California at Southern California 10:30 ET

Trojans (-) over Golden Bears- A little difficult to understand why the line on this game is so high when you consider that they both have the same 4-3 record and this is a Pac-12 conference game. California has played two straight overtime games and now they must prepare on a short week. Quarterbacking will be the key and Cal's Davis Webb leading the nation in pass attempts while USC's Sam Darnold has 11 touchdown passes and only one INT since taking over completing 100 of 150 passing attempts. The line tells me that the USC defense which has allowed less then 20 points in their last three games will be the difference. Take USC!

Minnesota at Memphis 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Grizzlies- This one seems a bit odd right off the bat as Memphis a playoff team last season at 42-40 is such a small favorite at home against Minnesota who won only 29 games last season. Maybe the odds makers believe the Timberwolves have improved by because of personal but because of their new coach Tom Thibodeau who of course coached the Chicago Bulls for five seasons averaging 55 wins a season. The Grizzlies have a new coach as well in David Fizdale who has to deal with three players that have maxed-out contracts. Both these clubs like to bang and play defense but Thibodeau has a tougher mentality. Take MINNESOTA!

New England at Pittsburgh 4:25 ET

Steelers (+) over Patriots- Ya know somethin', we all saw New England go without their starting quarterback and they managed to go 3-1 and even without Tom Brady the 'line' adjustment was nothing like what we are seeing with the Steelers Ben Roethlisberger sidelined. New England is better then a touchdown favorite and it is only the second time in 20 years the Steelers have been dog this big at home. Pittsburgh has won seven in-a-row at home and still have explosive weapons in Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell. Steelers suck it up at home after getting pounded in Miami. Take PITTSBURGH! 

Minnesota at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

Eagles (+) over Vikings- Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford can expect a warm friendly greeting when he returns to play against his former club...NOT! Philadelphia fans are not know for their kindness toward athletes even their own but they are exceedingly brutal to visitors especially those with a home town history. Minnesota come to the city of 'Brotherly Love' undefeated putting their laurels on a defense that is beside with injuries. They have already lost their starting quarterback and running back as they have a ground attack that averages only 3.1 yards per attempt. The Eagles have to find a way to fill the void of tackle Lane Johnson who is serving a 10-game suspension as Carson Wentz has been subjected to sacks and pressure since his ban two weeks ago. Still, at home the Eagles soar. Take PHILADELPHIA! 

Buffalo at Miami 1:00

Dolphins at Bills- The Bills have turned their season around after starting 0-2 they have reeled off four straight wins in impressive fashion and are off a 45-15 rout of the Niners last time out. The Dolphins finally played a full 60-minutes against Pittsburgh and posted a much needed 30-15 win. Buffalo will suffer with the LeSean McCoy's hamstring issues and Tyrod Taylor's inconsistent passing. Miami will need to protect Ryan Tannehill who didn't get sacked last week but had 17 in the previous five games. Miami rallies here...take the DOLPHINS! 

Arkansas at Auburn 6:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Razorbacks- Man, oh man! If this game doesn't stink to high heaven I don't know what does. I mean Arkansas just came over a through beating of Mississippi 34-30 as a 9-point underdog. The Razorbacks running back Rawleigh Williams III leads the SEC in rushing while quarterback Austin Allen leads the conference in passing yards and scoring passes. Yet, they are a HUGE underdog. Off a bye week Auburn has won three straight while not allowing a rushing touchdown. The Tigers are laying in-wait and will claw the pigs. Take AUBURN!  

Utah at U.C.L.A. 4:00 ET

Bruins (+) over Utes- Wow, has the odds-makers opinion dropped that much on UCLA or is the 'public' that is driving this number. Well, I guess a 3-4 record will do that! Utah has had some internal difficulties as senior running back Joe Williams quit two games into the season but has returned and is running better then ever. The Bruins will have the services of quarterback Josh Rosen who missed last week's 27-21 loss at 400 yards. Take the BRUINS!

Wisconsin at Iowa 12:00 Noon ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Badgers- The Badgers sure are getting a lot of respect from the pollsters as they remain at No. 10 despite having lost twice in six tries. The losses of course were to Michigan and Ohio State. With undefeated Nebraska up next at home this is a tough spot for Wisconsin as Iowa has won their last two after getting upset as an 11-point favorite to Northwestern. Bad trends here if you are an Iowa backer as they are 1-7 ATS in their last eight at home and the visitor is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. Sorry, all that ends here. Take HAWKEYES! 

Oregon at California 10:30 ET

Ducks (+) over Golden Bears- OMG! How the mighty have fallen as the Oregon Ducks enter this contest on a four-game losing streak into this contest and are off to their worst start in 30 years. Defense has as always with the Ducks is an issue that they have to address and quickly while California isn't that much better as they allow 40 points per game and Oregon 41.8 per. Both clubs had last week off and that helps both of them as Cal's QB Davis Webb has had time to heal and the Ducks to regroup. The line is way to inviting until we noticed Oregon has won the last seven meetings. Take OREGON!

Cincinnati at New England 1:00 ET

Bengals (+) over Patriots- A couple of years back Bill Belichick stated 'It's on to Cincinnati' after a crushing 41-14 loss at Kansas City on a Monday night the final week of September. The next week New England went on to smash the Bengals 43-17 who came into Foxboro as a 2.5 point favorite. This time the rolls are reversed as the Patriots are steamrolling opponents and Tom Brady is back as sharp as ever, it is the Bengals that are struggling have supporters now have doubts. I expect an extraordinary effort out of the Cats. Take CINCINNATI! 

Pittsburgh at Miami 1:00 ET

Dolphins (+) over Steelers- Funny how entering the third week of the season I was still hearing acclaims about Miami having played so well, taking Seattle to the final minute before falling 12-10 and almost catching the Patriots losing 31-24. Well, since then they barely defeated Cleveland in overtime before taking consecutive beatings from Cincinnati and Tennessee. Pittsburgh (4-1) looks like the only challenge in the AFC to the Pats after getting ambushed in Philadelphia they went home to destroy Kansas City and the Jets. With New England on deck at home it should be surprising when their mind starts to think ahead. 'Danger Will Robinson danger!' A perfect spot...take MIAMI!  

U.C.L.A. At Washington State 10:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Cougars- After losing their first two games to Eastern Washington and Boise State, Washington State has won three straight including a win over Stanford 42-16 last week and have outscored their last three opponents 149-55. UCLA is off a loss to Arizona State as their weak running game couldn't get anything going and quarterback Josh Rosen left the game late with shoulder and leg injuries. Rosen will return here an seeks revenge as the Cougars won last season in Los Angeles 31-27. The points are worth taking. It's UCLA! 

Nebraska at Indiana 3:30 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Cornhuskers- Nebraska enters this contest 5-0 and is in the Top-10 for the first time in six years. But, they have had an easy road playing four games at home and against opponents that are a combined 10-18. Indiana has had tougher competition and is playing their third straight ranked Big Ten schools including an overtime win over Michigan State and a loss to (ATS cover) against Ohio State. The problem for the Huskers is that they are pretty banged-up. Injuries are effecting their starting Tight end, wide receiver, running back and even quarterback Tommy Armstrong who will play. Indiana can move the ball behind Richard Lagow who leads the Big Ten in yards per completion at 15.7 per. In a wild one take the HOOSIERS! 

Pittsburgh at Virginia 12:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Panthers- Virginia opened the season with three straight losses before putting two wins together over Central Michigan and their first road win after 17 failures over Duke. It was the Cavaliers defense that turned the tide last week against Duke getting five interceptions and the emergence of quarterback Kurt Benkert who holds the school record of 1,455 yards passing in a the first five games. The Panthers defense is without four starters due to injury and will struggle once again. Take VIRGINIA!

Denver at San Diego 8:25 ET

Chargers (+) over Broncos- The 1-4 Chargers can easily be 4-1 if they could hold on to leads after the two-minute warning as they have blown three games in the final minutes. Denver who has won nine of the last 10 meetings are off their first loss of the season last week at home to Atlanta 23-16. The Broncos were without starting quarterback Trevor Siemian whose shoulder injury is expected to be better for this encounter is start starting in just his fourth game while head coach Gary Kubiak will be missing due to migraine headaches. Phillip Rivers has been his usual self throwing for 1,469 yards but the Chargers have turned the ball over 11 times third in the NFL. Although Denver has won 10 straight division games on the road the play here is the Chargers. Take SAN DIEGO!

Cincinnati at Dallas 4:25 ET

Cowboys (+) over Bengals- Once again we will be talking about a rookie quarterback that

has taken the NFL by surprise where-as the Cowboys rookie running back and No. 1 draft pick Ezekiel Elliott is getting it done. Cincinnati (always a bridesmaid) has Andy Dalton leading the way first in the AFC in passing yards (1,234) but with Marvin Lewis' approach to offense the Bengals have just four touchdowns. There will be a clash between the Bengals rushing defense which has not allow a touchdown on the ground and the Dallas running game which leads the NFL with eight rushing scores. Power wins and so will DALLAS!

Philadelphia at Detroit 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Eagles- Boy, do I love this spot. Detroit returns home after getting beat by the previous winless Bears 17-14 and then return home to play an undefeated Eagles squad that has had two weeks to savior their 34-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The storyline here surrounds Philadelphia's rookie quarterback Carson Wentz who is off his best games yet throwing for over 300 yards against the Steelers. But, the quarterback they will be speaking about after this one will be Matthew Stafford who lead the Lions to a 45-14 Thanksgiving Day win over these Eagles last year. It happens again. Take DETROIT!

Washington at Oregon 7:30 ET

Ducks (+) over Huskies- Washington (5-0) has returned to the ranked at #6 and invades Eugene having lost their last 12 to Oregon both straight-up and against the points. The Huskies are part of the Top-10 for the first time since 1992 and have an infusion of enthusiasm under head coach Chris Peterson. Oregon who is 0-2 in Pac-12 play is allowing 36.2 points per game and 490 yards and are looking to make their own change at quarterback going with true freshman Justin Herbert. With the Huskies coming off their huge win over Stanford I see a let-down here. Take OREGON! 

Virginia Tech at North Carolina 3:30 ET

Hokies (+) over Tar Heels- Boy, if ever their was a spot for an obvious letdown for the Tar heels it is here. They upset 37-35 Florida State on the road, on the games' final play as quarterback Mitch Trubisky had his third straight 400-yard passing game. Virginia Tech on the other hand has won 16 of their last 16 regular season games losing to Tennessee three weeks ago. Tech owns the series 20-11 and teams after defeating Florida State after returning home as favorites are 1-9 ATS. Take VIRGINIA TECH! 

Denver at Tampa Bay 4:05 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Broncos- Denver has been good to 'us' and their backers going 3-0 both straight-up and ATS. Tampa Bay after an opening win over Atlanta has been awful in losses to Carolina and the L.A. Rams. Jameis Winston passed for a career high 405 yards last week and have Charles Sims who had 124 yards from scrimmage last week has filled-in for Doug Martin. The Buc's must take care of the ball better as they are at a minus-6 turnover ratio. A note from my friend tells me defending Super Bowl champs are 0-6 ATS as favorites of less then six points against non-division foes. Take TAMPA BAY!

Detroit at Chicago 1:00 ET

Bears (+) over Lions- Boy, are these the 'Bad News Bears' or what. I do think that Jay Cutler's injury can actually add spark to a team that is still winless and among the worst rushing the ball ranked 30th in the league. Trends here do not favor the Bears who have lost seven of their last eight straight-up and 11 of their last 12 at home. When we see that Detroit has defeated Chicago six straight in this series which is tied at 49-49-1. Matt Stafford threw for 703 yards and seven touchdowns against for Detroit last season against but Bears who are now ready to roar and claw the Lions here. Take CHICAGO!

Oregon at Washington State 9:30 ET

Cougars (+) over Ducks- Washington State opened their season with a loss to FCS Eastern Washington 45-42 and ay Boise State 31-28 before pounding Idaho 56-6. The Cougars have had two weeks to prepare for this Oregon squad that has two straight for the first time since 2007 and have their top running back Royce Freeman off an injury. Oregon leads the Pac-12 in rushing for the 11th straight season while the Cougars look to put the ball in the air. State defeated the Ducks in Oregon last season 45-38 in double-overtime as a 17-point underdog as quarterback Luke Falk (74.1%) threw for 505 of the Cougars 641 total offensive yards in the win. I don't think that the Ducks are as good as past clubs and that is probably why this 'price' is suspiciously low. Take WASHINGTON STATE! 

Tennessee at Georgia 3:30 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Volunteers- Last week 'our' Megabucks winner Tennessee (-7.5) 38-28 over Florida got the job done while Georgia lost to Mississippi 45-14 and failed to 'cover' for the third straight week. For the Volunteers it was an emotional win as they ended an 11 games losing streak to the Gators. Georgia runs its offense through Nick Chubb who was hurt last week. The Bulldogs have played without him before an have capable replacements in Brian Herrien and Sony Michel. After such a humiliating loss last week Georgia will respond...Take the BULLDOGS! 

New York Jets at Cincinnati 4:25 ET

Chiefs (-) over Jets- Boy, I have some strange betting patterns on this game from the moment the line hit. Early is the week the newsletter people where on the Jets with a large number of best bets on New York. New York of course is off their 37-31 thrashing of Buffalo (it wasn't that close) and the Chiefs were getting man-handled 19-12 failing to score a touchdown in Houston. I see Kansas City returning home as Andy Reid goes 5-0 against the Jets. Take KANSAS CITY!

Pittsburgh at Philadelphia 4:25 ET

Eagles (+) over Steelers- Battle of the Keystone State as Philadelphia hosts Pittsburgh in an AFC/NFC matchup. Huge contrast between the quarterbacks with lumbering Steelers veteran Ben Roethlisberger and Eagles rookie Carson Wentz looking to start the career with three straight wins. Philadelphia opened with two wins against mostly like the two worst team in the NFL and now have to deal with a Super Bowl contender. Pittsburgh is off a huge win over division rival Cincinnati and are 1-6 ATS in games following the Bengals. Take PHILADELPHIA! 

Arizona at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Cardinals- A funny thing happened after the Bills 37-31 loss to the Jets had dropped them to 0-2, they fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman. (guess he's supposed to score at least 38 to give them a chance to win). No problems on defense where Rex Ryan hangs his hat (ranks 22nd) allowing New York 493 yards in last weeks defeat. What going to happen here as the Cardinals come off a 40-7 routing of Tampa Bay creating five turnovers. This is 'Ryan's Last Stand' and the Bills are in a must win situation at home. Arizona is playing their first on the road but are 9-0 ATS in past nine seasons in this spot. So still, it's BUFFALO! 

Air Force at Utah State 10:15 ET

Aggies (+) over Falcons- Yes the Falcons are 2-0 and have scored 85 Points in two games but lets look at who they have played. Powers like Ablilene Christian and Georgia State. Utah State has a bit of revenge on their minds to right their upset loss in Colorado Springs last season. State is 24-3 straight-up at home in their last 27 as hosts and are 4-0 in conference openers when the underdog. Take UTAH STATE!

Stanford at UCLA 8:00 ET

Bruins (+) over Cardinal- Jim Mora's teams like all great coaches get better as the season moves on and the Bruins their defense who held BYU to 23 yards rushing will have to rise to the occasion to stop Stanford's Christian McCaffrey. The Heisman candidate accounted for 368 all-purpose yards including 243 yards rushing in last seasons' 56-35 win over the Bruins. UCLA quarterback Josh Rosen has settled into his position after a shaky start to the season threw for 300-yards for the eighth time in his career and will come up big here. Take UCLA! 

Florida at Tennessee 3:30 ET

Volunteers (-) over Gators- This is a tricky one as the Volunteers haven't played up to expectations while Florida has exceeded theirs so far in 2016 leading the nation in fewest points (14 total), total defense (129.7) and are second in rushing defense (38.3 yards). After playing Massachusetts, Kentucky and North Texas the Gators who have defeated Tennessee 11 straight times but will find this encounter a but tougher. The Volunteers have won nine straight dating back to last season and will be ready here. Take TENNESSEE!

Southern California at Utah 9:00 ET

Trojans (+) over Utes- Things just don't look so good for the Trojans as they are 1-4 in their last five under 'new' head coach Clay Helton who just may be in over his head. Last season USC rallied and took down the No. 6 undefeated (6-0) Utes in Los Angels and now have a 10-4 series lead. Utah had a field day last week against under-manned San Jose State recording 10 sacks in their 34-17 romp. USC will start freshman Sam Darnold at quarterback and that should help spark the offense. The men of Troy are 5-0 on Friday nights since 1990. Take SOUTHERN CAL!

Clemson at Georgia Tech 7:30 ET

Yellow Jackets (+) over Tigers- For No. 3 ranked Clemson this is their ACC opener and they truthfully have not lived up to the hype so far with two subpar performances. The Tigers have won 18 straight regular season contests but have not won at Georgia Tech since 2003 as the Engineers lead the all-time series 51-28-2. Tech opened the season in Ireland with a win over Boston College while last week the Tigers opponent South Carolina State was so physically weak that they cut the quarters short in the second half. Paul Johnson teams get better as the season moves on and 222 yards passing last week will give Clemson to think about. Take GEORGIA TECH!

Green Bay at Minnesota 8:30 ET

Vikings (+) over Packers- It's supposed to be a state-of-the-art building that Minnesota will introduce to the NFL along with a quarterback issue as to who will start for the Vikings recently acquired Sam Bradford or journeyman Shaun Hill. Head coach Mike Zimmer if he know who is starting is keeping it under his hat and is not going to let us know until game time. But know what it won't matter as it will be the Vikings defense that answers the call tonight. Adrian Peterson has had at least one touchdown in his last four games against Green Bay and had just 31 rushing yards in the opener and will come alive in this division tussle. Take MINNESOTA!

Ohio State at Oklahoma 7:30 ET

Sooners (+) over Buckeyes- Hard to believe that these two storied school power-houses have met just twice all time splitting one win apiece. Ohio State has opened the season with two huge wins as 28-point favorites defeating Bowling Green and Tulsa by a combined 125-13. Now, they visit Norman to take on an over-rated Oklahoma who bounced back with a win over cupcake Louisiana-Monroe 59-17 after getting pushed around by Houston in their opening week 33-23 loss. The Buckeyes have won 18 straight road games the longest active streak in the country but the Sooners under Bob Stoops are 41-2 against visiting non-conference opponents. Take OKLAHOMA! 

Michigan State at Notre Dame 7:30 ET

Fighting Irish (-) over Spartans- Either the odds-makers have lost their perspective or this game will be a point-spread blowout. I find this 'line' to be just that...a 'line' to draw you into betting #8 Michigan State. The Spartans have had an extra week to prepare and Mike Dantonio is more then capable but State didn't exactly have it their way against Furman winning 28-13 as a 38-point favorite. Notre Dame of course was involved in that 'classic' shootout at Texas a 50-47 loss and then bounced back with a strong second half against Nevada 39-10 covering the -28. Notre Dame has won the last three meetings and my instincts here are all GREEN and I will have the FIGHTING IRISH!

New York Giants at Dallas 4:25 ET

Cowboys over Giants- So, it's the start of another Romo-less season for the Cowboys as they have elected to start Rookie Dak Prescott (39-of-50, 7 TD's in Preseason) at quarterbacks and 'pot-head' Ezekiel Elliot at running back. Returning to the line-up for Dallas is wideout Dez Bryant will help keep the offense moving. The Giants were the worst NFL team in total defense last season and so far in the pre-season their offense has been offensive scoring just once in four preseason contests. Dallas should be able to control the ball and therefore the score board. Take the COWBOYS!  

Cincinnati at New York Jets 1:00 ET

Jets (+) over Bengals- The Jets consider themselves a playoff contender and if they are they start winning here at home against their playoff AFC competition. Cincinnati has all the glitz with receiver A.J Green and running back Giovanni Bernard along with Pro-bowl quarterback Andy Dalton. New York will run the ball by committee with Chris Ivery and Matt Forte and has veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick throwing to Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker. At home an important start of the season for the Jets. Take NEW YORK!   

California at San Diego State 10:30 ET

Aztecs over Golden Bears- Now, doesn't this look strange to you, it does to me. I mean a quality PAC-12 club that is California is a touchdown more or less underdog to a team from the Mountain West a conference so weak their runner up doesn't even get a bowl bid. Cal posted 630 total offense and 51 points against Hawaii in Australia two weeks ago and now they are getting points. The key here is the difference in their defense's and San Diego State brings seven starters back and their ground game (3,266 yards) will frustrate the Golden Bears. Take the AZTECS!

Carolina at Denver 8:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Panthers- My mouth has been 'watering' from the first moment I saw this match-up. It started with the Broncos favored by 3-points and I though that would never hold and I was correct. Carolina is now the favorite and the Super Bowl Champions are the underdogs. The entire free world and most of the oppressed believe that the Panthers will extract revenge. After an off-season search the Broncos settled on the guy the wanted all along at quarterback as Trevor Siemian gets the start with first-round pick Paxton Lynch holding the clipboard while Mark Sanchez is headed for his last round-up in Dallas. Don't be afraid here. Take DENVER!  

Notre Dame at Texas 7:30 ET

Longhorns (+) over Fighting Irish- This contest may end up being the defining game for both clubs as they approach season with different aspirations. Notre Dame who 10 of their first 11 before falling against Stanford and Ohio State have aspirations to reach the NCAA football version of the Final 4. Texas on the other hand won just five games last season with their first loss at the hands Fighting Irish in Indiana 38-3 out-gaining the Longhorns 527-163. The Longhorns who have won 15 consecutive home openers closed their season with a win over Baylor and according to their coaches to improve on “offense, defense and special teams” in order to make a bowl appearance this season. Home crowd, revenge and motivation push the Horns. Take TEXAS! 

Clemson at Auburn 9:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Tigers- Just joking! Ha! Clemson who battled Alabama tooth-and-nail in the National Championship game last season only to fall short is spirited and poised to make another run at the Final 4. They have the return of dual threat quarterback Deshaun Watson passed for more then 4,000 yards and ran for over 1,000. One issue for Clemson is that they did lose seven starters on defense two of which were 1st round draft picks. Auburn leads the all-time series 34-13-2 with the last meeting in the 2012 Chick-fil-A Classic and looks to avenge that encounter. Take AUBURN!

Southern Cal vs Alabama 8:00 ET (Arlington)

Trojans (+) over Crimson Tide- Neither of these Top-20 clubs Alabama No. 1 or USC No. 17 have an experienced quarterback that will start the season under center. The Trojans were 8-6 last season and had to deal with coaching issues and major distractions the entire season. Clay Helton was given the job and once announced he had the job the team responded with positive energy and outlook. Expect the Tide to start the season with a bit of a hangover and for the Trojans to play tough. Take USC! 

Georgia vs North Carolina 5:30 ET (Atlanta)

Tar Heels (+) over Bulldogs- This game is considered a 'home' game for North Carolina although it is being payed in the Atlanta Georgia Dome which many figure gives Georgia the advantage. The Tar Heels who won 11 straight before losing in the ACC championship game to Clemson will be working with a Mitch Trubisky who came off the bench on numerous occasions last season going 40-of-47. New Bulldog head coach Smart comes over from National Champion Alabama where he was defensive coordinator and will have the return of running back Nick Chubb. The odds-makers in Las Vegas are giving the Tar Heel more then a punchers chance and I'll side with them. Take NORTH CAROLINA!

Chicago at New England 8:00 ET

Bears (+) over Patriots- If this game was being played during the regular season I would 'love' the Bears in this spot. They enter this contest scoreless in their opening pre-season game at home while New England scored an NFL high 34 points last week. Chicago managed just 160 yards total offense last week as they showed nothing positive against the Super Bowl champion Broncos. The the Patriots play Carolina next week and Game 3 is the one game Belichick concentrates on. Take the BEARS!

Houston at San Francisco 7:00 ET

49ers (-) over Texans- If ever a team needs to show something early it's the 49ers who are off really bad things both on and off the field in 2015. Just five wins and a quarterback controversy that parallels any other surrounded San Francisco last season as Colin Kapernick became the 30 million dollar man and then the Niners realized that he can't play quarterback at a professional level. Now they have a 'new' head coach in Chip Kelly that will reinvigorate a lifeless offense. Blaine Gabbert will see the majority of action as Kaepernick has come up with some sort of injury that will keep off the field. Houston won seven of their last nine last season and now has Brock Osweiler at QB but are pointing to their home opener next week. Take SAN FRANCISCO!

Cleveland at Golden State 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- Well, we got what we wanted...a Game 7 of the NBA Finals with the biggest stars of the game facing each other in what has become a hotly contested series. With all the blowouts and non-competitive games it ends up both clubs have scored the exact number of points (something that has never happened in NBA history) as the enter the Championship game Sunday night. After Game 2 most thought the Cavaliers were dead and even more so after Game 4 as they trailed 3-1 and had to play two at Golden State. Well, what happened is LeBron James got tired of hearing all this 'shit' about who was now a better player then 'King James' and took it upon himself to 'will' this Championship for Cleveland. A win for the ages...Take the CAVALIERS!

Cleveland at Golden State 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- I know one thing, the Cavaliers just don't pass the 'eye test' when you see them play against the Warriors. They just don't seem as quick and just don't shoot the ball as well as Golden State. The trends here destroy Cleveland's chances as they are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 meetings at Golden State and they are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings while the Warriors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven NBA Championship games. The Cavaliers played one game without Kevin Love and won, this time Golden State will be without Draymond Green and that will hurt the Warriors. Take the CAVALIERS!  

Golden State at Cleveland 9:00 ET

Warriors over Cavaliers- The questions tonight are will Kevin Love be available for tonight's Game 4 in Cleveland and will the 'real' Steph Curry show up before the series is over. Without Love the Cavaliers pounded the Warriors in Game 3 by 30-points and with Love in the line-up they looked slow and deliberate in both losses which were played in Golden State which appears to be the difference as they won the first two games by a total of 48 points at home. Golden State coach Steve Kerr called his team 'soft' after the Cavaliers out-rebounded the Warriors 60-41 in Game 3 and we will see a more aggressive team this time out. Take GOLDEN STATE!

Golden State at Cleveland 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- After what I saw in Game 2 I only hope that the Cavaliers aren't as shell shocked as I am. I mean really, Cleveland put up a better fight last season without Irving and Love, who have been standing around on defense watching the Warriors run the floor. What everyone believes is that it all comes down to 'LeBron' but he just can't do it without any help. James has turned the ball over more often as he is a 'point forward' that plays the entire floor and will be involved in of the action. Coming home after getting blowout they way they did can only help. Take CLEVELAND!

Cleveland at Golden State 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- When looking at the stats of Game 1 with Golden State winning 104-89 it is shocking to see how the Warriors were able to win by 15-points with their two Super-star shooting guards scoring only 20 points between them as the Golden State beach outscored Cleveland's reserves 45-10. The Cavaliers have now lost six straight games in this series dating back to last years playoffs. Despite the result of the first game the Cavaliers are a much better team this season then last and will come up big here. Take CLEVELAND!    

Cleveland at Golden State 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Warriors- The Golden State Warriors have now won 85 games this season including the playoffs and now have just one final hurdle in order to be labelled the 'Greatest NBA Season' ever. The shooting combination of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson has never been equalled and now they for the second straight year face Cleveland in the Finals. Last season the Cavaliers were without Kevin their starting center as well as Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love. The Warriors won both meetings this season which were played before Tyron Lue took over the coaching duties. Game 1...take CLEVELAND!

Oklahoma City at Golden State 9:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Warriors- If Oklahoma City fails tonight their season will be remembered as one where they were not able to 'close' games losing 16 times with a lead in the final quarter. All season the Thunder have blown late leads including Game 6 at home when they committed six turnovers in the final five minutes all by Westbrook (4) and Durant (2). Golden State has shown their true championship colors by coming back an forcing a Game 7 after winning two elimination games and outscored OKC 63-9 from 3-point range. In both final series 12 games in the East between the Raptors and Cavs and the West Thunder and Warriors there has yet to be a game where the points came into play. (a win but non-cover). It could happen tonight. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Golden State at Oklahoma City 9:00 ET

Warriors (+) over Thunder- The Golden State Warriors were facing elimination last time out and managed to post the much needed win and once again face the same dilemma but this time in Oklahoma City. The Thunder defeated the Warriors by and average 26 points winning Games 3 & 4 inflicting their first back-to-back losses before falling at Golden State in Game 5. I unlike one of my close handicapping competitors I will take Golden State because I believe they will win here whereas he will take the Warriors with his theory that you can only get beat once if you fail. He may be right but that is a 'losers mentality.' Take GOLDEN STATE!

Golden State at Oklahoma City 9:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Warriors- The Golden State Warriors believe it or not are in a familiar place as they trail the Thunder 2-1 in this best-of-seven series a place they were in twice last season on their way to the NBA Championship. Ordinary I like to 'play' on a team that lost the previous game by 20 or more points in the playoffs especially when they are trailing in a series but, and this is huge, the Warriors may have lost their 'mojo.' Golden State is 12-0 following a loss this season and yet the 'line' tells me they might be in trouble again. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!  

Cleveland at Toronto 8:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Cavaliers- Can a team look much different after returning home then the Toronto Raptors who lost the first two games by a combined 50 points and rebounded and posted a denominate victory upon returning home. We saw a bit of this when the Thunder stormed back against the Spurs but OKC can play and we know it but most don't think much of the Raptors. The Raptors cleaned the boards in Game 3 as Bismack Biyomobo set a franchise playoff record with 26 rebounds and received better play from their All-Star guards. With their added confidence and the fact that they have now defeated the Cavaliers three times at home without a loss this season. Take TORONTO!

Golden State at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Warriors- After getting their 'split' in California the Thunder need another split in the next two games when they host to maintain home court advantage. Oklahoma City played Game 2 like they knew it didn't matter after they had already posted a win in Game 1. The question is can they just turn it back on just because they are playing at home where they were 36-11. The truth of the matter is that the Warriors have a better road record 36-9 including the playoffs. But golden State is 0-3-1 ATS in their last four meetings in OKC and the Thunder are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a straight-up loss. Take the THUNDER!

Toronto at Miami 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Heat- It has become obvious that the Raptors are a virtual two-man team as their All-star guards Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan control their fate. Both clubs are beset with injuries as Toronto has lost center Jonas Valanciunas for the series, DeMarre Carroll has a wrist contusion and DeRozan (who was DeFozen until has last performance) is playing with a bad thumb. Miami of course is without Chris Bosh and Hassan Whiteside is out with a sprained knee and Luol Deng is under going a MRI on his wrist. These injuries seem to affect the Heat more. Take TORONTO!

Miami at Toronto 8:00 ET

Raptors (-) over Heat- I don't know if we can say that this is a well played series but it certainly is one that has been closely contested. In the four games that have been played three have gone into overtime and the other contest was decided by one-point. Miami without center Hassan Whiteside put pressure on the Raptors guards DeRozan (injured thumb) and Lowry who have lost their shooting touch but return to the Air Canada Center where Toronto is 36-11. The are just 22-24 on the road and fall tonight. Take the RAPTORS!  

Oklahoma City at San Antonio 8:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Spurs- Well, it has now come down to the 'Best 2-of-3' series as the Thunder and Spurs have split each of their two home games. In Game 4 Kevin Durant had 41 points and it looked like all-time great Tin Duncan looked slow and was ineffective on the court failing to score a point and grabbing just three rebounds with zero assists. He is averaging 3,o points and 3.8 rebounds this series and while the Spurs had their best record in franchise history the playoffs are a different animal. Take the points and OKLAHOMA CITY!  

Toronto at Miami 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Heat- Okay, we posted the Raptors as our 'Best' and they won outright, now the question is, has Kyle Lowry who scored 29 of his 33 points in the second half of Game 3 has really found his shooting touch or was that just an anomaly. But, more importantly to the Heat is the question of Hassan Whiteside who left six minutes into Game 3 and it might be too much for the Heat to overcome. Then again, making this a 'guard play' style games puts the ball in the hands of Dwayne Wade, Joe Johnson and Goran Dragic who led the team in scoring the first two games. With Miami cutting their turnovers down in-half at home they have a chance to win. Take...MIAMI!

Cleveland at Atlanta 3:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Indians- Last season the Cavaliers swept Atlanta four straight in the playoffs and it looks like they are about to do it again. Cleveland who swept the Pistons for the third straight time before the Hawks have it working everywhere as they are setting 3-point shooting record almost every time out. Aside from the 3-pointers the Hawks are getting killed on the boards as they hauled down just 28 rebounds while the Cavaliers had 55. Look for huge efforts from the home team and for them to keep this contest within the number. Take ATLANTA!

Toronto at Miami 5:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Heat- The Toronto Raptors consider themselves to be very lucky to split the first two home games of this series both of which went overtime. The storyline nation wide is the in ability of the Raptor guards Kyle Lowry and DeMar Rozan to make shots especially 3-pointers. Lowry is 10 of 35 from the floor in the first two games from anywhere and DeRozan isn't much better at 33.7%. The Heat seemed to be in control most of Game 2 but turnovers were their downfall which says at least Toronto is playing defense. Enough defense to keep this one close. Take the RAPTORS!

San Antonio at Oklahoma City 9:35 ET

Thunder (+) over Spurs- After San Antonio's trouncing of the Thunder in Game 1 most could see a way Oklahoma City could possibly win this series. Well, Game 2 happened and now most expect the Spurs to rebound of a game that they 'gave away.' The storyline on offense has not been Kevin Durant or Russell Westbrook but of the Spurs LaMarcus Aldridge who has scored 38 and 41 points while shooting 33-of-44. The season series is now at four wins each with the Thunder gaining the home court advantage here. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!  

Cleveland at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Cavaliers- After what we saw in Game 2 I wouldn't be surprised if the Cavaliers just sweep their way through this series. But, I can't let one game be of such influence to keep me away from 'my' side. Atlanta lost by 25 123-98 the same number of 3-pointers Cleveland made on Wednesday. The Hawks were swept (4-0) by the Cavaliers in last season's NBA Playoffs and hope the return home and a little tighter defense will slow down the Cavs. I'm betting on it! Take ATLANTA!  

Miami at Toronto 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Raptors- They may have let the Raptors back in it in Game 1 but the Heat managed win dominate in overtime for the outright win 102-96. Miami has decided to go the rest of the way without Chris Bosh and that is actually a good thing. Well, I do think if he played that he's help but this way everybody knows they have to do it without him. Do you really what to put your trust in this Toronto team? A team that has a history of falling right out of the playoffs. Most would expect the Raptors will bounce back I don't think they will. Take MIAMI!    

Atlanta at Cleveland 8:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Cavaliers- The Cavaliers have now won nine straight post-season games against Atlanta to go with their 12 straight playoff wins over the Pistons. The Hawks fought back from 18-points down in the third to take a short-lived lead before James and crew took over down the stretch. The two key players that were missing for Cleveland in the playoff last season struggled last time out as Kyrie Irving with 21 points had his lowest output in five playoff games and Kevin Love was 7-17 shooting, they should help a bit more tonight. Still, the Hawks will put out a huge effort. Take ATLANTA!   

Miami at Toronto 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Raptors- Both Miami and Toronto survived their first round challenge in seven games and have little rest off Sunday's victories. This is the first time since 2001 that the Raptors advanced past the first round and enter this series having won three of four against the Heat in the regular season. Miami has the interior advantage with Hassan Whiteside and their guards Dwyane Wade and Goran Dragic will counter Toronto's guards DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry. Take MIAMI!  

Oklahoma City at San Antonio 9:30 ET

Thunder (+) over Spurs- Okay, we all saw Game 1 as the Spurs had a 23-point lead at the quarter and 33-point lead at the half and everybody on both sides is well rested. When anyone comes out shooting 18-of-22 from the field contested or not you have a problem. I expect for Oklahoma City to make some adjustments and get back to that spot that produced a 23-point regular season win over the Spurs. Thunder were embarrassed Saturday and will be more aggressive here. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!  

Indiana at Toronto 8:00 ET

Raptors (-) over Pacers- The Pacers forced a game-7 by pounding Toronto in the second half posting a 101-83 win in Game 6. All five Indiana starters scored 12 or more points and were led of course by Paul George who is averaging 27.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.8 steals for the series needs more help from the rest of the roster. The Raptors post season history is well known and they are determined to change their history and get out of the first found of NBA Playoffs. They will...take TORONTO!

Miami at Charlotte 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Hornets- Okay, the Heat won the first two games at home by more then 20-points as they took a commanding 2-0 lead against the Hornets in the Best-of-7 series but they have stumbled the last three times out and now it's Charlotte that appears to be in command. Hassan Whiteside has been a huge factor for Miami without Chris Bosh and the Heat have actually played better without Bosh but, Whiteside seemed to take the second half off Wednesday night as the Hornets stole Game 5 with a late 3-pointer. Tonight Miami will extend the series. Take the HEAT!