Minnesota at Philadelphia 7:05ET

Timberwolves (+) over 76ers- This one could get ugly as Jimmy Butler returns toMinnesota for the first time since he demanded a trade and was very critical of Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins. Minnesota will have three of their own that are facing former teammates that were involved in that trade. Butler forced it and is now now happy with Philadelphia although they are 20-10 with hime scoring 18.7 points a game. (Personally, I would play through Embiid first) The T'wolves struggled initially after the trade going 4-9 but have been 17-13 in their last 30 with rapid growth apparent. The Sixers have dominated the series 4-0 ATS last four as hosts and 7-1 ATS in last eight meetings overall...but there are different dynamics at pay tonight. Take MINNESOTA!

Kentucky at Georgia 7:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Wildcats- A week ago Saturday we Swept the NCAA board and had Alabama 77-75 outright over Kentucky but the well coached Wildcats have rebounded with a pair of home wins over Texas A&M and Vanderbilt. Kentucky has defeated Georgia 11 times in a row and are 126-26 lifetime in the series but Georgia is 7-2 in their last nine games overall and the home team is 10-3 the last 13 meetings. The number are not the best for the Bulldogs but they are in a great spot. Take GEORGIA!

Florida at Mississippi State 7:00 ET

Gators (+) over Bulldogs- Both these clubs are off to disappointing starts as Florida is 1-2 in SEC play and the Bulldogs are 0-2. Mississippi State was just upset by arch rival Mississippi on Saturday as a 6-point favorite against a team that had won 11 straightI found that confusing ('We' foolishly passed the Rebels). What I did post was the Gators as they fell short against #3 Tennessee 78-67. Now, here's the rub Ole Miss was 13-2 winners of 11 in-a-row and the Bulldogs ranked No. 24 with six and now Florida a meager 9-6 in just a 3-point dog. Florida must do it with defense as they score just 58.5 points per game on the road. Gators have won eight straight in the series. Take FLORIDA!

Seton Hall at Providence 6:30 ET

Friars over Pirates- When a coach starts talking about how proud he is of his team after losing makes me wonder. Seton Hall has dropped two-of-three while Providence is riding three game slide. Golly the 'numbers' on Providence are just terrible. The Friars are a pitiful 10-22 ATS in their last 32 home games while the Pirates swept the season series last year winning by 16 and 12 points. This time with Providence the favorite they end up the winner. Take the FRIARS!

Portland at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Kings- The youthful Kings come to play every night and it has paid off big time for their supporters as they are 25-18 ATS on the season including a profit making 15-8 ATS at home. Portland lost at Denver last night ending a four-game win streak while Sacramento has won three straight at home. The Trailblazers have won four straight meetings going 3-0-1 ATS and are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Sacramento while the Kings are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games.This a veteran Portland team that will subjugate the Kings here. Take the TRAILBLAZERS!

Wisconsin at Maryland 8:30 ET

Badgers (+) over Terrapins- Maryland has won five straight and will be hosting a struggling Badgers squad that is disappointing at 11-5 and are playing as a after losing at home in overtime to Purdue. The people in Madison were expecting this Wisconsin team to contend for the Final-Four and it looks now like they will be fourth in the Big Ten. Maryland (14-3) have built their resume by going 10-2 SU at home although they are just 3-8-1 ATS as hosts while the Badgers are 10-2 ATS on the road. Add they the underdog is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings give me enough. Take WISCONSIN!

Memphis at Houston 8:05 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Rockets- When is rains in pours 'sez' Morton's salt and The Rockets James Harden was raining 3-point attempts at Orlando Sunday and fortunately for 'us' he made just one of 17 attempts as 'our' Money Game Orlando won outright. Great shooters like home run hitter in baseball can be very streaky and after leading Houston to 13 wins in 16 games against quality opponents the Rockets may have hit a lull. Memphis is 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings and Houston is 4-0 ATS following a loss and are 6-0-1 on their last seven home games against teams with losing record. All this trends are fine The Grizzlies started fast and were in first place on Thanksgiving but are just 7-18 straight-up since. Losing forward Kyle Anderson doesn't help but Memphis will 'cover' somehow. Take the GRIZZLIES!

Boston at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Celtics- Here we go with another NBA teams that has a disgruntled 'super star' as Kyrie Irving is not happy. It appears that he is just another 'I'm for me' player...remember he sacrificed championship chances leaving Cleveland because he would never-ever be considered in the same vein as LeBron James. After winning four straight at home the Celtics have lost back-to-back road games and finish their mini-trip tonight in Brooklyn a club they have beaten 10 straight times including a 116-95 home win last Monday. Although Boston has won five straight in Brooklyn but are just 1-5 ATS in their last six road games and are just 8-14 ATS on the road while the Nets 13-5 over their last 18 games overall. Boston in turmoil while the Nets are on the rise. Take BROOKLYN!

Florida State at Pittsburgh 7:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Seminoles- Florida State was a Vegas Hotline winner for 'us' on Saturday as they fell 80-78 to Duke on a last second 3-pointer. Now, they must gather them selves and to on the road to Pittsburgh where the Panthers have been an outstanding 9-2 straight-up and 8-3 ATS. Pitt is off a hard fought loss at NC State but is facing a team that is 3-8-1 ATS in their last 12 as the Seminoles like in Football are a bit overrated. Pittsburgh has made a major turn around on the defensive end of the floor ranking 12th nationally after ranking 289th last season. Take the PANTHERS!

Nebraska at Indiana 6:30 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Hoosiers- After dropping a pair on the road Indiana returns home where they are 10-0 straight up on the season to host Nebraska. The Hoosiers are a surprisingly low favorite at home and the odds makers may feel that they have been exposed blowing a 14-point second half lead at Maryland Friday night. Both clubs are 12-4 with Nebraska dropping a road games at Iowa and Maryland but are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 road games and are 28-8-1 ATS in their last 37 overall including 17-6 against the Big Ten. Take NEBRASKA!

Portland at Denver 8:05 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Nuggets- The streaky Trailblazers are at it again and have reeled off four straight wins while Denver off of a loss at Phoenix last night and still have the best record in the West. The Nuggets have won 11 of their last 15 and 11 straight at home and have beaten Portland four straight times including a 113-112 win at Denver on Nov. 30. What gives me the Blazers is that the last time these two met here before the Nuggets emerged with the best record in the West they were a heavier favorite. Take PORTLAND!

Golden State at Dallas 7:00 ET

Mavericks (+0 over Warriors- Golden State still is the NBA team with the most talent and is winning at a 2-1 67% rate but there is obviously something missing. Most likely it is their motivation which will intensify when the playoffs arrive. Dallas has been a huge money maker for 'us' all this season going 16-4 straight-up at home. Golden State is just 8-11 ATS on the road and have had a habit for defeating the Mavericks taking 11 of 12 in this series but that was all before Luka Doncic arrived. Take DALLAS!

Houston at Orlando 6:00 ET

Magic (+) over Rockets- Orlando did the job for 'us' Saturday taking down Boston 'outright' and now they host the red-hot Rockets who are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 games overall. James Harden [posted another triple-double Friday against the Cavaliers with 43 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds in just 29 minutes. Chris Paul has missed the past 10 games and Eric Gordon has missed the last six for Houston who is 10-2 straight=up in the last 12 meetings but a only 5-12 ATS in the last 17 meetings. Magic pulling tricks to win here...take ORLANDO!

Villanova at Creighton 12:00 ET

Blue Jays over Wildcats- Creighton is off of an overtime 106-104 loss to Marquette in what was one of the great games of the season as the Blue Jays blew a 3-point lead with the ball and 0.8 seconds left and managed to lose the game. Villanova is on a four-game run and are 2-2 straight-up in true road games but is 6-2 ATS on the road and are 35-17 ATS in their last 52 overall. Creighton took down the Wildcats on this court last season with an 89-83 overtime win. The Blue Jays look getting the Sunday attention as they are an amazing 38-16 ATS in their last 54 Sunday games. Take CREIGHTON!

San Antonio at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Spurs (+) over Thunder- These two are off an epic match-up Thursday as the Spurs posted a double-overtime 156-147 victory over the Thunder as LaMarcus Aldridge scored a career high 56 points. That was OKC's third straight loss on a game Russell Westbrook had impressive numbers of his own scoring 24 points with 24 assists and 13 rebounds in the losing cause something accomplished only by two others in Oscar Robertson and Magic Johnson. The Spurs after a slow start have turned their season around winning six of their last seven and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Nevada-Reno at Fresno State 8:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Wolf Pack- Nevada was 14-0 and cruising along at No. 6 in the nation and then went to New Mexico where the Lobos waylaid the Wolf Pack 85-58. They were fortunate to have scheduled San Jose State home and the crushed the Spartans 92-53 as a 27.5-point favorite. Now, it's back to the unfriendly road where they are 4-3-1 ATS while Fresno State is 8-1 straight-up at home. The Bulldogs have won their last three including a clutch 78-77 win at Utah State and are 3-0 in the MWC while the Pack is 2-1. The Bulldogs are 6-2 ATS in their last eight and will be looking to break a 3-game losing streak in this series. Take FRESNO STATE!

Boston at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Celtics- Orlando returns home after a 1-5 road trip that ended with four straight losses going 0-4 ATS while Boston is looking to bounce back from a 115-99 loss at Miami on Thursday. Although Boston is 7-2 SU and 6-3 ATS in the last nine meetings Orlando won 93-90 in Boston in late October. The Magic have 17 wins at the halfway point which is five more than they had at this point last season. Look for the Magic to come up big after their six-game road trip. Take ORLANDO!

Tennessee at Florida 6:00 ET

Gators (+) over Volunteers- No. 3 ranked Tennessee (13-1, 2-0) rolls into Gainesville winning their last nine and covering their last three. The Volunteers like so many have loaded their schedule with home pasties and this is just their third true road game of the season with wins at Memphis and Missouri. Florida has split their pair of SEC games after a win at Arkansas and return home where they play their best defense allowing 60 points per game. At home the Gators chomp on Volunteers...Take FLORIDA!

Memphis at Miami 5:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Heat- At the season's halfway point the Heat are even 20-20 while Memphis who won only 22 games last season are 19-22 after breaking a six-game losing streak with a win over San Antonio last time out. Miami has been impressive of late defeating Boston. Milwaukee and Houston and have a win over the Grizzlies at Memphis in mid-December. The Heat are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and the Griz are just 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games. Still, look for the Grizzlies to get the cash. Take MEMPHIS!

Kansas at Baylor 4:00 ET

Bears (+) over Jayhawks- Kansas is No. 6 and stands 13-2 on the season with both losses coming in their two true road games although they have dominated the Bears in Waco and are 10-2 ATS in the last 12 as visitors. But this isn't all one sided as the Jayhawks seen to get everybody's best on Saturday's when they are 1-7 ATS. Baylor at 9-5 has shown that they can be dangerous taking down a pair of ranked teams in Arizona and Iowa State 73-70 on Tuesday. The Bears are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games in the Big-12. Take BAYLOR!

Texas A&M at Alabama 3:30 ET

Aggies (+) over Crimson Tide- After having Alabama last Saturday in their upset win over Kentucky I was not surprised the way the Tide went right into the tank the next time out losing outright to LSU. Texas A&M just doesn't seem the to be up tp spec this season going 0-2 in SEC and 607 overall. The Tide may be 6-1 straight-up at home but they are just 2-4-1 ATS. Take the AGGIES!

Duke at Florida State 2:00 ET

Seminoles (+) over Blue Devils- Okay, we all know how good the Blue Devils are and how the physically dominate their opponents. Duke is 13-1 with that lone loss coming against Gonzaga 89-87 and their win Tuesday over Wake Forest was their first true road game and they were a 21-point favorite but today it is different as the Seminoles can 'play.' Florida State is 13-2 and are 8-0 straight-up at home but are just 1-7-1 ATS as heavy favorites in those games. But, the Seminoles rise on Saturday's when they are 8-2-1 ATS in their last 11. FSU allows just 67.7 points per contest and they will take this one down to the wire. Take FLORIDA STATE!

Charlotte at Portland 10:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Trailblazers- Portland has dominated the Hornets at home wining the last 10 as hots going 9-1 ATS. The Blazers come into this fray winners of their last three while the Hornets have lost three of their last four. Portland will find Charlotte a little tougher then they have had it at last two playing the Knicks and Bulls. The Hornets although just 5-13 SU on the road are just 8-10 ATS they will be ready tonight. Take CHARLOTTE!

Indiana at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Pacers- New York who has lost 15 of their last 17 have just 10 wins on the season just two more than Cleveland and the same number of wins as Phoenix. First-year Knicks head coach David Fizdale has to the 'fizz' to the New York offense and stated the obvious 'We have a lot of work to do.' No kidding! The Knicks have now lost their last six and return home where they have lost their last six games home games going just 4-12 SU as hosts. Indiana has won 12 of the last 13 meetings but are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings in New York. Take the KNICKS!

Milwaukee at Washington 7:05 ET

Wizards (+) over Bucks- I just love these Milwaukee Bucks as they not only win for 'us' in clutch situations but they generally don't lose at all entering the night with the least amount of NBA losses this season win a winning percentage of 72.5 the highest in the league. Washington on the other hand is such a hoax and mixed of fractured egos that don't know how to play to win. They win quit at the earliest chance and for the most part don't play with any heart...unless they are an underdog at home. On the road they are a miserable 5-18 while when playing at home they are 12-7 SU at home. Now, they are getting points against a team off of a huge road win (yes, they are hot and playing great team basketball) while the Wizards have one of those addition by subtract deals...with John Wall sidelined more people get to see the ball and that gives them a chance. Take WASHINGTON!

Indiana at Maryland 7:00 ET

Terrapins (-) over Hoosiers- Wait a second...No. 22 Indiana visits unranked Maryland an is a heavy underdog when considering the Terrapins are playing four freshman and the fact that they are 4-10-1 ATS in their last 15 games at home. The 'Turtles' have won their last four Big Ten matchups and are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games overall and the favorite is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. The Hoosiers have only played four road games and are 1-3 SU and are off of a road loss to Michigan. The Terps are 9-2 SU at home and get the money here. Take MARYLAND!

Detroit at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Kings- I just 'love' this Sacramento club with their youth and aggressiveness while Detroit is another matter altogether. The Pistons won 13 of their first 20 games but have fallen like a stone going 4-15 since that quick start including losses in six of their last seven. NBA Coach of the Year Dwane Casey read the riot act to his club after their loss Monday at home to San Antonio and it did no good as they went out and were taken down by the 'LeBron-less' Lakers.Although the Pistons are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games overall they are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 trips to Sacramento. Take DETROIT!

Washington at Utah 10:00 ET

Huskies over Utes- It appears to me (it seems obvious) that Utah is in a down turn as their 7-7 straight-up record would indicate. Washington may be the best in the Pac-12 and that isn't really saying that much. This is just the third true road game for the Huskies and the are 0-2 SU but open the favorite here. The Utes maybe 5-1 SU at home but they are just 2-4 ATS and have just one quality win (if you call it that) over Arizona State while the Huskies have won their last three but have quality losses to Virginia Tech and Gonzaga. Take WASHINGTON!

L.A. Clippers at Denver 9:00 ET

Clippers (+) over Nuggets- At this point it is a bit of a surprise that Denver has the best record in the West having won six of their last seven. Los Angeles has been a surprise themselves as they are actually better this season without Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan. The Clippers have won their last three and are 7-3 in their last 10 and are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games. The teams split two games in LA already with the Clippers winning the last meeting 132-111 just before Christmas. Denver is 16-3 SU and 13-6 at home while LA has won four straight on the road. This time take the points...take the CLIPPERS!

Boston at Miami 7:00 ET

Heat (+) over Celtics- Boston was expected to be the front runner in the East but have not played at that level as of yet. Now, they are on a 4-game winning streak and are 10-games over the breakwater mark for the first time this season. Miami has dropped their last two after having won eight of ten and are 4-1 ATS against the Celtics in the last five meetings. The Celtics had scored 135 points and shot 57% in last night's win over Indiana and had 32 assists all season highs. After a game like that I expect there to be some drop-off in production for Boston. The Heat won 2-of-3 meetings last year and get the money again. Take MIAMI!

S.M.U at Connecticut 7:00 ET

Mustangs (+) over Huskies- A pair of AAC clubs matchup at Connecticut where the former power house Huskies will host SMU. UConn has lost their last three while the Mustangs have won their last four and the trends continue to back SMU. The Mustangs are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 games overall while the home team is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. But, the 'price' of this battle tells me the Huskies no long make the grade. Take SOUTHERN METHODIST!

Cincinnati at Tulsa 7:00 ET

Golden Hurricane (+) over Bearcats- This AAC matchup pits one of the conference powers in Cincinnati who were upset last weekend by East Carolina and will look to 'right' the ship at Tulsa. The Bearcats are one of the toughest defensive teams in the nation hold opponents to 59.2 points per game but Tulsa's home court advantage may be too much to overcome. The Golden Hurricane have won their last 15 straight as hosts and 24 of their last 26 at the Reynolds Center and are 22-7 ATS in their last 29 as hosts. Tulsa 9-0 SU at home...take GOLDEN HURRICANE!

Arizona at Stanford 11:00 ET

Cardinal (+) over Wildcats- The 'numbers' and trends in this matchup will make one dizzy if they look close enough. Arizona the perennial power has won the last 17 meetings against Stanford the longest active streak in the Pac-12. Although the Cardinal are just 7-7 on the season they are 5-0 straight-up at home where they are 3-2 ATS this season and are now 16-5 ATS in their last 21 as hosts. After a pair of road losses to both L.A. Schools USC and UCLA the Cardinal will respond here. Take STANFORD!

San Antonio at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- These two are like 'ships passing in the night' headed in opposite directions as San Antonio has won five straight and 13 of their last 16 while Memphis has lost six straight and 13 of their last 16. Which obviously means the Spurs have pick up 10 full games on the Grizzlies the last four weeks. These two have split two meetings this season each winning at home while the Spurs are 5-2-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. I expect a concerted effort out of the Grizzlies tonight. Take MEMPHIS!

Louisville at Pittsburgh 8:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Cardinals- Last time out Pittsburgh had a chance to play with the 'big boys' and failed miserably as North Carolina pounded the Panthers 85-60 while Louisville defeated Miami-Fl 90-73 the same day. The Cardinals who are off of five straight home games are 10-4-1 ATS on the road in their last 15 games and are 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Pittsburgh is 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 games overall and are 8-2 straight-up at home outscoring opponents (including NC loss) by 16 points as hosts. Take PITTSBURGH!

Philadelphia at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over 76ers- Boy, do I ever hate playing against Philadelphia as we all know just how power packed their line-up is. These two played last night in Philly where the 76ers won by 25-points 123-98. Washington has lost six of the last nine meetings after having won 10 of the previous 11 but are 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings. But, the Wizards are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings in Washington and have a small measure of revenge on the second of back-to-backs. Take the WIZARDS!

Houston at Temple 7:00 ET

Owls (+) over Cougars- No. 15 Houston is one of just three 'majors' that are undefeated (Virginia and Michigan) as they travel to Philadelphia to take on Temple who returns home to play their first game as hosts since Dec. 15. The Cougars have played their last seven at hone and this contest is just their second road contest. The Owls are 5-0 straight-up at home but are 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight at home when favored (which they are not here). Houston has had the best of this series as they are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings but this is a spot for an Owls upset. Take TEMPLE!

UNLV at New Mexico 11:00 ET

Rebels (+) over Lobos- There was a time both of these schools played 'real' basketball but the overall quality of the Mountain West is down significantly in all major sports. Each club enters 8-6 with the Lobos off of one of the biggest upsets this NCAA season when they crushed undefeated and No. 6 ranked Nevada-Reno 85-58 last time out. UNLV meanwhile has won their last two with home wins over Wyoming and Colorado State. These are two of the worst shooting teams in college basketball New Mexico ranks 213 shooting 43.2% while the Rebels are ranked 271 shooting 41.4%. But, the key factor is that the Lobos will have a huge let-down after such a huge win. Take UNLV!

Charlotte at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Hornets (+) over Clippers- The Los Angeles Clippers started the season in dominate fashion and then came back to the pack. But, it looks like they have regained their footing having won their last two and six of their last nine. Charlotte in the meantime is fighting to get to the breakwater mark currently one-game under as they started their longest road trip sleepwalking for six quarters losing at Denver before recovering in the second half at Phoenix. The Clippers have all the trends for support as they have won seven of the last eight in the series and are 6-2 ATS in the last eight in LA. The Hornets have been playing tough behind Kemba Walker and his penetration will difficult to handle for LA and it will be the 'points' difference. Take CHARLOTTE!

Iowa State at Baylor 7:00 ET

Bears (+) over Cyclones- Iowa State is now ranked No. 20, has won their last five straight and is coming off of their biggest win in a number of years as they crushed Kansas 77-60. But, it looks as though the Cyclones are in an uncomfortable spot coming off of that win and play their next game on the road and at Baylor at that. The Bears have won 13 of 15 meetings against Iowa State with the last home lost coming in the 2012-13 season. The road is not where the Cyclones shine as they are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 games. Baylor is 6-2 straight-up at home and get it done tonight. Take BAYLOR!

Maryland at Minnesota 7:00 ET

Terrapins (+) over Golden Gophers- Minnesota who has won their last seven games is off of a huge win over Wisconsin 59-52 their first in the 'Border Battle' since 2014. Maryland has won their last three and are an impressive 4-0 ATS in their road games this season and are off of a 77-63 win at Rutgers. The Gophers are 8-0 straight-up at home and yet barely better then a pick-em here. The 'price' is just too inviting as it appears to be a 'come-get-me' play...they lose. Take MARYLAND!

Charlotte at Phoenix 8:00 ET

Suns (+) over Hornets- The Suns have lost their last five and are currently are one-game better than Cleveland with only nine wins in 40 games. Charlotte has dropped their last two and have been atrocious on the road going 4-12 straight-up and are 0-4 ATS in their last four, while Phoenix has lost their first five of a seven game home stand and finish Tuesday against Sacramento. Charlotte has always had trouble in the desert where they are 1-5 ATS at Phoenix and 3-9 ATS in the last 12 meetings. Take the SUNS!

Indiana at Toronto 7:30 ET

Pacers (+) over Raptors- This game has a 'funny' smell to it as the Raptors the team with the most wins in the league and off of a win at Milwaukee are barely a 1-point favorite at home. Indiana has been one of the hotter team's in the NBA having won six straight and haven't lost since December 19. Toronto is 15-4 SU at as hosts and yet they get co cred here as they have won the last four meetings an 10 in-a-row at home over the Pacers. Add that Indiana is 12-26 ATS in their last 38 visits to Toronto make this even more suspicious. Take INDIANA!

Wisconsin at Penn State 7:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Badgers- It looks like a 'down year for Wisconsin not only in football but basketball as well. Although ranked No. 22 the Badgers are looking to rebound from a pair of losses including a Big-Ten loss to Minnesota. Penn State is 0-3 in conference action and just 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight games. But, my concern here is the low betting price which would be difficult to rationalize when one see's that Wisconsin is 9-2 ATS in their last 11 road games but there are a pair of trends that balances the trend as the underdog is 14-3 in the last 17 meetings and the Nittany Lions are 11-3 ATS in the last 14 meetings. Numbers never lie...PENN STATE!

Miami at Louisville 6:00 ET

Hurricanes (+) over Cardinals- After starting 1-3 Louisville reeled off eight straight win before losing to Kentucky while the Hurricanes are off a home loss to ranked N.C. State. Louisville holds a 10-4 series advantage with all four of Miami's four wins all coming at Louisville. This is the first conference home games for the Cardinals and they have won their 'opener' five of the last six years. Miami, has struggled of late against the number and are 7-20 ATS in their last 27 games overall but have gotten the money 3-of-4 against Louisville. A matter of 'numbers'...take MIAMI!

Brooklyn at Chicago 3:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Nets- Brooklyn has surprised a NBA of NBA experts as the creep up on the breakeven mark having won both games played in the New Year to date and have won 11 of their last 14 while the Bulls continue to struggle having lost their last three. The Nets have won four straight meetings but Chicago is 4-0 ATS on Sundays and 5-0 ATS when playing with one days rest. Although the Bulls are just 5-15 straight-up at home they are 10-10 ATS and are poised to win here. Take CHICAGO!

Seton Hall at DePaul 1:00 ET

Blue Demons (+) over Pirates- This is an awfully short price based on the past performances of these two clubs as Seton Hall has won seven in-a-row while DePaul has dropped their last three. The Pirates have been able to play well under pressure coming back from a 14-point deficit against St. John's and finishing with a 15-5 run in the their win over Xavier Monday while the Demons who have placed last in the Big East eight of the last 10 seasons lost by nine to the same club. DePaul did show some life in a loss to Villanova at one point leading by 14 points before the Wildcats come-back. This time they maintain focus as they are 8-2 straight-up at home. Take DEPAUL!

Houston at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Rockets- We can all see how hot and ready the Rockets are with James Harden in the groove. Houston has won six straight and 11 of 12 and have won eight of the last 10 meetings. Portland is 14-7 straight-up at home while the Rockets are just 8-1 ATS on the road. I believe there has to be a bit of a lull for Houston after their spectacular overtime 135-134 win at Golden State on Thursday and I expect the Trailblazers to get a win against the Rockets in their third try this season. Take PORTLAND!

Dallas at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over 76ers- Okay so what's to deal with Jimmy Butler? Does he not understand that the game of basketball is comprised of five players on the floor at one time and he's out there along he will have no one to inbound the ball to 'him.' Butler is a little shook-up because night after night he can see that teammate Joel Embidd is a better player with a bigger impact on the game. Butler blew off practice Friday as the 76ers are having internal issues and will struggle on the floor tonight. Take PHILADELPHIA.

Utah at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Jazz- This matchup of sub .500 clubs who have had disappointing season's to date. Detroit is off of a win over Memphis as they had lost 12 of 15 while the Jazz took care of business last night in Cleveland 117-91. That doesn't bode well for Utah as they are 0-5 ATS following a win of more than 10 points and the Pistons are 4-0 ATS in their last four games playing on two days rest. Although Utah has dominated this series winning the last four and are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 meetings in Detroit but, that was a different era. Take the PISTONS!

L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Clippers- After a start that saw L.A. Leading the NBA West with their 15-6 start but have gone 6-10 since. The lack of defense has been the Clippers Achilles heel as is evidenced by the 76 points that they allowed 76 first half points to Philadelphia last time out. The Clippers have defeated Phoenix 10 straight times including twice this season once at Phoenix already 123-119 in overtime a game in which Suns leading scorer Devin Booker who was injured. Booker is averaging 29.3 points in his last 10 games and the Suns are 4-6 but have lost their last four. L.A. Is also 4-6 in their last 10 contests and are 9-10 on the road while the Suns are 9-11 ATS as hosts. Take PHOENIX!

Dallas at Boston 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Celtics- Even at 18-19 the Mavericks may be the biggest surprise in the NBA as they are 23-14 ATS overall this season (NBA's best). Boston who has been a little disappointing so far got a great shot in the arm with the return to form of Gorgon Hayward last time out going 14-of-18 from the field against Minnesota. The return of veteran Dirk Notwitki who missed the first two months has Dallas at 3-2 wince his return to action including just their third outright win on the road with one of their other wins coming at Boston 113-104 in late November. With the influx of young talent the Mavs are so much more competitive. Take DALLAS!

Orlando at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Magic (+) over Timberwolves- Minnesota has lost three of their last five but no one can blame Karl-Anthony Towns who averaged 28.2 points, 17.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 3.0 blocks. Orlando is off what might be their worst home loss 112-84 to Chicago on Wednesday and after losing to the Bulls (and with that score) I expect the Magic to pull off some tricks and get the money here. Orlando is 16-5 ATS against the T'wolves in the last 21 and 10-1 ATS at Minnesota. Take ORLANDO!

Toronto at San Antonio 8:00 ET

Raptors (+) over Raptors- A reunion of sorts tonight in San Antonio where Kawhi Leonard returns to play against his former teammates after seven years as a Spur and DeMar DeRozan faces his former team and he should be ready to oppose the team that 'dumped' him in the trade for Leonard. San Antonio is playing their best ball of the season and have won 10 of their last 13 after adjusting to seven 'new' teammates. The Spurs are off an emotional come-from-behind win over Boston and have dominated Toronto at home winning nine straight and yet they are less than a bucket favorite. Take the RAPTORS!

Iowa at Purdue 7:00 ET

Boilermakers (-) over Hawkeyes- In college basketball when conference play begins the season takes on a whole different significance. Iowa at 11-2 is ranked No. 25 but already are 0-2 in Big Ten play. Purdue who is a very 'strong' favorite here is just 8-5 straight-up but are 6-0 at home. Purdue is a heavy favorite because of the history between these two schools as the home team is 13-4 ATS in the last 17 meetings. A closer look shows us that Iowa is just 9-23-1 ATS in their last 33 road games and just 7-15-1 ATS against Big Ten opponents including 2-6 ATS in their last eight trips to West Lafayette. Take PURDUE!

Penn State at Michigan 7:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Wolverines- Michigan is ranked No. 2 and they just might be the best team in college basketball as they are still undefeated and are 9-0 SU at home with their last loss coming in the NCAA Championship game to Villanova. Penn State who for years has been an also-ran in the Big Ten has lost 14 of their last 15 games at Michigan but are off a confidence builder with their 74-52 win over Maryland-Baltimore County has played close against the Wolves the last three times out and I expect another tight conference battle. Take PENN STATE!

N. C. State at Miami-FL 7:00 ET

Hurricanes (+) over Wolfpack- No. 19 N.C State has shown that they can play with the big boys as they have posted wins over then No. 7 Auburn 78-71 and have impressive wins over Vanderbilt and Penn State with their only defeat coming at Wisconsin 79-75. After a sluggish start Miami has gained confidence with three straight wins as they face their first ranked team this season. Hurricanes coach Jim Larranaga has his team 6-1 straight-up at home while the Wolfpack is 0-1 in true road games and as a matter of fact they are just 9-20 ATS in their last 29 road games. But the Hurricanes are just 11-29 ATS at home in their last 40 as hosts but the underdog is 10-3-2 ATS in the last 15 meetings. Take MIAMI!

Utah State at Nevada-Reno 11:00 ET

Aggies (+) over Wolf Pack- Hey gang, watch out for the Wolf Pack...Don't get me wrong 'we' had Nevada as a winner on Saturday last but I have seen them play and there is good reason they are 13-0 and ranked No. 5. They have won the last two Mountain West titles and are looking to make it three something UNLV never accomplished. This is the MWC opener for both clubs and that always makes things a littler tighter. The Wolf Pack bring some heavy weights into this fray with the MWC Player of the Year Caleb Martin and Defensive Player of the Year Cody Martin while Utah State has dropped the last four Su and ATS to Reno they are 10-3 SU and 11-5 ATS in their last 16 games overall. This should play close...take UTAH STATE!

Philadelphia at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over 76ers- Oddly enough the Suns who have lost three straight and five of their last six straight-up are 5-1 ATS in that span. This shows at least one thing and that is that Phoenix has been competitive and give a solid effort almost every night. Philadelphia is playing their fifth and final game on this current road trip and are 2-2 after a 119-113 win over the Clippers last night. The Suns have a better home ATS record 9-10 ATS than the 76ers on the road 7-12 ATS. Phoenix is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings overall and they are 4-1 ATS after a SU loss. Take PHOENIX!

Miami at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Heat- This could be billed as the 'Aftermath Bowl' (keeping with the season) as the last two teams that LeBron deserted will go at it in Cleveland. Miami did fare better and has fared well compared to the Cavaliers after James left the clubs. The Heat are 17-18 and have been dealing with numerous injuries the entire season and it is a testament to Eric Spoelstra's ability to hold these guys together. These two met in South Beach last Friday and Miami destroyed the Cavs 118-94 and now it is Cleveland's turn to apply the pressure. The Heat lost their two games in Cleveland last year and are 2-5 ATS in their last seven visits to the capital of Rock n' Roll. Look for the Cavs to bounce back and break a six game losing streak. Take CLEVELAND!

Dallas at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Hornets- After doing some research on this contest I noticed that tonight's line (-2.5) in the lowest number Charlotte have been favored at home against the Mavericks. This is the first meeting of the season between these two but Dallas is not only 4-0 ATS after a straight-up loss they are 4-0 ATS as well in the last four games in Charlotte. The road team has won five of the last six meetings overall and with the Mavs at just 2-16 SU on the road the odds-makers are telling 'us' Dallas has a decent change to win here. In their 122-102 loss last time out to OKC they committed a season high 29 turnovers. Look for them to protect the ball better tonight. Take DALLAS!

Georgetown at Butler 7:00 ET

Bulldogs (-) over Hoyas- The days of John Thompson Sr. or Jr. and Patrick Ewing are long gone at Georgetown as the DC alumni haven't seen a Sweet-16 team is over two decades. At 10-3 one might be mis-led into thinking that they are back among the better squads but they are not! The Hoyas are 'game' but way too young starting three freshman who have yet to see a Big East contest on the road. Last season as an 11.5 underdog the Hoyas pulled of the upset 87-83 and have covered three straight in the series but GT defeated Howard 102-67 last time out and will get caught being a bit full of them selves especially after seeing Butler lose to Florida by 34 points 77-43. The Bulldogs defeated the Gators 61-54 on Nov. 23 so they are capable. The Georgetown 'numbers' are among the 'worst' for any team in any sport that I have come across as they are 4-14 ATS in their last 18 overall. Lay-it with the Bulldogs are they will sic the Hoyas after the Florida loss. Take BUTLER!

Texas Tech at West Virginia 7:00 ET

Mountaineers (+) over Red Raiders- These two started the season in different positions as West Virginia was ranked No. 13 while Texas Tech was unranked and now, it is the Red Raiders who are 11-1 and ranked No. 11 with their only loss to Duke. The Mountaineers have struggled to keep their legs under them as they are 8-4 SU and an abysmal 2-9-1 ATS. Texas Tech is 2-6 ATS in their last eight road games while UWV has shown some life at home where they are 6-1 straight-up and have defeated the Raiders seven straight times to go along with 7-2 ATS against the Red Raiders in the last nine meetings. Take WEST VIRGINIA!

Utah at Toronto 7:35 ET

Jazz (+) over Raptors- Something is amiss here. Toronto who started the season 20-4 and still have the best record in the East but are just 7-7 SU in their a last 14 overall. Utah has struggled to date and is just 18-19 SU on the year and are just 1-10 ATS in the last 11 meetings including 1-4 ATS in their last five at Toronto. Part of the current issue for the Raptors is the absence of point guard Kyle Lowry who will miss this contest his eight in his last nine. Toronto is 0-4 ATS in their last four overall and 1-5 ATS in their last six as well as 7-11 ATS at home. Take UTAH!

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

Spurs (+) over Clippers- The L.A. Clippers should have the memory of the 125-87 blowout loss suffered at the hands of the Spurs two weeks ago in San Antonio embedded in their minds. LA.s leading scorer Lou Willams was out that contest and his presence will be welcomed. The Spurs have won eight of eleven despite losing two of their last three and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. SA made a huge comeback last night after trailing by 22-points cutting the margin to one-point but the 'hoax' DeMarcus DeRozen made just 2-of-4 free throws in the final minute as they fell short at the buzzer. This time they complete the task. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Golden State at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Warriors- This is the second of back-to-backs between these two with the Trailblazers taking the first encounter 110-109 as Damian Lillard buried a 3-pointer at the buzzer. Golden State who aside from injuries is just sleep-walking through the regular season especially on the road where they are 8-8 SU and just 6-10 ATS and have lost three of their last five. Portland is 13-5 SU at home and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and Golden State is 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. Take PORTLAND!

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Oregon at Boise State 7:30 ET'

4* Broncos (+) over Ducks- Oregon must really be distracted for the line to be this low, to be playing in Boise as they bring their Pac-12 stature against the Mountain West in Idaho against the 5-7 Broncos. The Ducks don't seem to fly when away from home as they are 0-2 in true road games and 1-3 ATS at any away sites. The rub here is that this is a rematch as the Ducks (-11.5) took down the Broncos 66-64 in Eugene Dec. 15 without Bol Bol last time and he is still out. You can understand how bogus this line is when you realize the Broncos are just 4-11 ATS in their last 15 overall. Take BOISE STATE!

Houston at New Orleans 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Rockets- A pair of the NBA's most prolific scorers will face-off in the Smoothie King Center when the league's leading scorer and reining MVP Houston's James Harden who is off a 45-point performance will counter Anthony Davis who scored 49 points last time out. The Rockets are just 7-10 SU and 6-11 ATS on the road while New Orleans is 12-5 SU at home. The Pelicans just ended a five-game losing streak with their non-cover win last night are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and they hold a 10-4 ATS advantage when hosting Houston. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Nevada at Utah 2:00 ET

4* Wolf Pack (-) over Utes- Boy, are the days of Keith Van Horn over or what...I mean the Utes a double-digit or thereabouts at home against a conference Mountain West foe. A huge comedown for a Pac-12 power. Utah has upped the record to 6-5 by winning their last two against Florida Atlantic and Northern Arizona but has bad losses to Kentucky, BYU, Northwestern, Hawaii and Minnesota. It's a down year for Utah and they will be up against one of the best Nevada-Reno teams ever put together. It;s not just their 12-0 start as they have met every challenge a with win over Arizona State. Utes 5-0 Su at home against inferior opponents and just 2-3 ATS. Take NEVADA!

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Kentucky at Louisville 2:00 ET

5* Cardinals (+) over Wildcats- Sometimes these games just fall into a pattern and if you can see it from a distance you might be able to make some money. It's a four week scenario that has Kentucky getting crushed by Duke and then North Carolina beating Duke and then Kentucky getting up to beat North Carolina and now it's Louisville turn to shine. Very quietly the Cardinals are a more than respectable 9-3 with wins at Seton Hall and over Michigan State. Wildcats just 1-2 away from home and this is their first true road game. Take LOUISVILLE!

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San Antonio at Denver 9:00 ET

Spurs (+) order Nuggets- The Spurs are playing with plenty of confidence as they have won 8-of-10 after a slow start and have scored 110 or more points in all eight wins. The first place Nuggets have dropped their last two and this is the second of back-to-back games as San Antonio won at home 111-103 using a 15-0 fourth quarter spurt to seal the victory. Although Denver is 7-0 ATS in their last seven home games they are just 7-20 ATS in the last 27 games at home and the Spurs are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take SAN ANTONIO!

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Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Pelicans- Dallas just ended a six-game losing steak with a 122-119 home win over New Orleans Wednesday as this is the second of back-to-back contests. The Pelicans return home having lost their last five games and believe it or nor are 0-6 ATS on Fridays. The Pels are 11-5 straight-up at home including a 132-106 on December 5, but are just 8-8 ATS as hosts while the Mavericks are just 2-14 SU on the road but 7-9 ATS. New Orleans plays close losing 13 of their last 18 by a total just 19 points. Take DALLAS!

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Chicago at Washington 7:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Wizards- The NBA doesn't mind these games between the leagues worst teams because one of these guys is forced no matter how bad they play to pick-up a win. Chicago is a young team that is looking to bet better on a daily basis whereas Washington is just a bunch of huge egos that just go through the motions half the time. The Wizards won 2-of-3 meetings last season but Chicago is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Washington and 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall. The Bulls will have an added boost as Zach LaVine returns and Chicago has more heart and will desire and wins here. Take the BULLS!

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New Orleans at Dallas 8:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- Dallas who has been so good to 'us' this season buts has lost six straight  while their opponent tonight the Pelicans have lost their last four. New Orleans has been in almost every game during their losing streak losing by one, three, four and five points going 1-3 ATS. They are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games when playing on two days rest and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings including a dominating 132-106 win in the Smoothie Center. Mavericks outstanding point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has missed nine of the last 10 days and when he's out Dallas has trouble filling the void. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Denver at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over Spurs- The Nuggets have emerged as one of the better teams in the NBA West with the Conferences best record at 21-10 and are coming off a132-111 beating at the hands of the L.A. Clippers. Now, although Denver has lost 11 straight times in San Antonio I expect them to rebound here (notice how I worked the rebound in) and play the over-rated Spurs tough. The Spurs had put together a decent spurt winning seven of eight before their loss at Houston Saturday night but, I am just not so I'm pressed with the Spurs team make-up. The coaching may be the same but the personnel is not...take DENVER!

Washington at Detroit 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Pistons- The Pistons were off to great start at 13-7 and it looked like new head coach Dwayne Casey was performing some of his Coach of the Year abilities. But, Detroit has dropped nine of their last 11 games including a home loss to Atlanta. Washington we all should know in falling apart daily as they are just 4-15 on the road both SU and ATS and are reshaping their roster on a weekly basis. Both these clubs have player personalities issues but the Wizards are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take WASHINGTON!

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Portland at Utah 10:30 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Jazz- Four days ago on Friday night the Jazz handed Portland their worst home loss is fifteen years as they knocked down 16-of-31 3-point attempts. That is the sole loss in the last five games for the Blazers who defeated the Mavericks 121-118 in overtime Sunday. If not for the revenge factor I might down grade this play as Portland ai 1-7 ATS in their last eight road games and they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five visits to Utah. Still, this is a spot fore incentive. Take PORTLAND!

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Philadelphia at Boston 5:30 ET

76ers (+) over Celtics- Although tBoston beat me or shall I say 'us' up pretty good their last time out I just don't think the Celtics have 'it' this season. Granted, they now have Gordon Hayward full time but he hasn't been able mesh in the way the brass had hoped. Philadelphia has some meshing issues of their own with the addition of Jimmy Butler and sometimes they might need two basketballs on offense. This is a series in which the Celtics have had the upper hand going 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and are 4-0 the last for meetings in Boston including opening night a 105-87 Celtics romp. The Sixers have struggled on the road going 6-9 SU and 5-10 ATS while Boston at home is a mirror image at 10-5 SU and 9-6 ATS. But, I believe that Joel Embiid wants to make Christmas Day his persona showcase...take PHILADELPHIA!

Oklahoma City at Houston 3:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Rockets- Oh how 'we' loved the Rockets at -6 against the Spurs Saturday night and they posted a 108-101 victory for 'us.' Now, after posting their first win of the season without Chris Paul (1-5) in the lineup and having won six of their last seven the are less than a field goal favorite. Oklahoma City had won four in-a-row until Sunday a 114-112 home loss to Minnesota but are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings against Houston. This line is telling me that the Rockets are in trouble. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! 

New Orleans at Sacramento 6:00 ET

Kings (+) over Pelicans- New Orleans has become the 'mystery' team of the NBA with the likes of one of the most dominant players in the league in Anthony Davis as they started the year like a ball on fire even defeating the Kings 149-129 at the Smoothy Center the first week of the season. But, things have taken a negative turn as the Pelicans have lost 11 of their last 16 including losses in their last three games. Although New Orleans is 6-0 ATS in their games following an ATS loss but are just 8-18-1 ATS in the last 27 meetings in Sacramento. The Kings might again be without Marvin Bagley III allowing Buddy Hield to picked up the slack. Take SACRAMENTO!

Charlotte at Boston 6:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Celtics- What a joke, Kyrie Irving is complaining that there is 'some selfish play out there and they need to share the ball more...' Boston has lost three in-a-row and at 18-13 seems to have misplaced their 'mojo.' Charlotte is just 4-8 SU on the road but as respectable 7-5 ATS but have had problems against the Celtics as they are 1-6-1 ATS in the last eight meetings including 0-3-1 ATS in the last four meetings in Boston. But, the Celtics who started Gordon Hayward for the first time in a month last time out as he went 3-13 from the floor are just 1-7 ATS in their last eight games against teams with winning records. Hornets qualify barley at 16-15! Take CHARLOTTE!

Chicago at Cleveland 6:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Cavaliers- These two clubs have are virtual mirror imagine of each other as they both share the NBA's worst record at 8-25 with the exact same home (5-12) and road records (3-12). It doesn't stop there as both clubs have lost seven of their last 10 and have little hope of much improvement this season. Chicago for some odd reason (considering LeBron played with the Cavaliers) is 26-9 ATS in the last 35 meetings including 17-4 ATS in Cleveland. The beat-goes-on...take CHICAGO!

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Kansas at Arizona State 9:00 ET

Sun Devils (+) over Jayhawks- No. 1 and undefeated (10-0) Kansas comes to Tempe off a 36-point home win over South Dakota 89-53 and this will be their first true road game. Arizona State meanwhile took to the road undefeated 7-0 but dropped 2-of-3 and are 0-3-1 ATS in their last four and returning home to face the Jayhawks. The Sun Devils won the last meeting at Kansas 95-85 as a 12-point underdog are are 5-0 straight-up at home. Get spot for Arizona State. Take the SUN DEVILS!

San Antonio at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (-) over Spurs- Houston is once again without Chris Paul as he will be sidelined for a few weeks with a hamstring pull and that doesn't bode well for the Rockets as they are 0-5 SU and ATS without Paul in the lineup. San Antonio has finally put it together having won their last three and seven of their last eight going 7-1 ATS and yet the are an underdog to a weakened Rockets squad. The Spurs have won their last five games by 26, 39, 27, 38 and 25 points and yet they are a substantial dog here. This doesn't make sense. Take HOUSTON!

Milwaukee at Miami 8:00 ET

Heat (+) over Bucks- Two of the 'hotter' clubs matchup in Miami where the Heat host the Bucks who have won four straight including a convincing 120-107 win at Boston last night. Miami, meanwhile has lost their best player in Goran Dragic who will be out for two months or more and have managed a season high three-game win streak. After falling behind 10-1 to the Celtics last night the Bucks stormed back for their win and will be floating on 'cloud nine' so I don't expect full focus here. But, key here is that Milwaukee is 0-5 ATS in the last five meetings and 0-4 ATS in their last four in Miami. Defense has been the key for the Heat as they have held the Bucks to 88.3 points per game. Take MIAMI!

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Seton Hall at Maryland 5:50 ET

Terrapins (-) over Pirates- Maryland has had the advantage of a heavy does of home games and are 7-1 straight-up but are just 2-5-1 ATS as hosts. Seton Hall is on a four game wins streak which including a win over Kentucky and are 4-1 straight-up away from home. The Terrapins have struggled against the Big East going 5-12 ATS in the last 17 meetings. But, Maryland has had 11 days off and will be 'chomping' so to speak on the Hall. Already a tough defensive team they will have a huge rebounding advantage where they lead the Big Ten in rebounding margin at plus-12.3 while Seton Hall is among the worst in the Big East at minus-1.9. The line is generous and for good reason...Terrapins smother the Pirates. Take MARYLAND!

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Kentucky vs North Carolina 5:15 ET

Wildcats (+) over Tar Heels- Without a doubt this selection will be 'against the gain' for so many reasons starting with Kentucky's 3-9-2 ATS record against the Tar Heels. Both No. 9 North Carolina and the No. 19 Wildcats are 8-2 with KU coming in at 4-6 ATS while NC is 5-3-2 ATS. Kentucky opened their season getting pounded by Duke 118-74 (the largest KU loss ever) and only a 1-point loss at Seton Hall is their only blemish since going 8-1. NC was 'our' Highest-rated' Megabucks winner last week over Gonzaga and this week they fall to the Wildcats. Carolina has a 24-15 series lead but the Cats are 5-3 since John Calipari to the reins. Take KENTUCKY!

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Connecticut vs Villanova 12:30 ET

Huskies (+) over Wildcats- The defending National Champion Wildcats have dropped their last two including last weeks 'cover' against the Jayhawks and have had a week to get it together. Connecticut now has Danny Hurley as head coach and he of course is looking for guard play first and that's good because the Huskies will need someone to counter-balance the Wildcat's Phil Booth who had 21 versus Kansas. UCONN the overachievers are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 games against the Big East but are just 2-6-1 ATS in their last nine meetings with Villanova who is 35-16 ATS in their last 51 tries. It doesn't matter here...take CONNECTICUT!

Utah at Portland 10:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Trailblazers- Portland has ripped off three straight wins and 'covers' and 5-of-7 and are an impressive 12-4 SU at home (11-5 ATS). Utah hopes that their win over Golden State Wednesday will catapult their play as they are 4-0-1 when playing on one-days rest but are 1-5 ATS in their last six meetings in Portland. This contest features a pair of exciting guards in Damon Lillard and Donovan Mitchell that are both worth paying to see especially if they got head-to-head. Lillard averaged 33 points in four games against the Jazz last season and leads the NBA in second half scoring this year. But, Utah's defense will be the difference. Take UTAH!

Milwaukee at Boston 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Celtics- How things have changed in the odds-makers eyes since the 2018 NBA playoffs when Boston was pounding the rest of the league. The Celtics and Milwaukee met in last year's post season and Boston was favored by 5-points and now are favored by less than a 3-point bucket. This gets more of my attention as we see the Bucks are 0-6 ATS in their last six trips to Boston and 2-9 ATS in the last 11 meetings. With these obvious trends the 'price' should be getting larger not smaller. Take MILWAUKEE!

Atlanta at New York 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Knicks- These two bottom feeders have are a combined 16-47 record straight-up and two of those wins came against each other. New York is 2-0 in the pair of meetings this season winning 126-107 at Madison Square Garden in the opener as a 4-point favorite. This time around the Knicks are a smaller favorite although as they have a better overall record but have lost three straight and eight of their last nine. Atlanta who is 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine road games are 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings. The numbers just don't add up. Take ATLANTA!

Dallas at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Clippers- After quick starts to the season these two are moving back to the pack as Dallas has lost their last three straight-up and are 0-4 ATS in their last four while Los Angeles dropped their last four, seven of their last nine and are 1-6 ATS in their last seven. The Clippers started 15-6 and were leading the West while the Mavericks had won 12 of 15 before their recent slide. Although the Clippers have won the last three meetings the Mavs are 5-1-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. After 10 season's in Los Angeles center DeAndre Jordan returns to the Staples Center with the Mavericks and The Clippers will be without Lou Williams again. Take DALLAS!

Texas Tech vs Duke 7:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Blue Devils- Not that they need it but Duke and coach Mike Krzyzewski use the games they play at Madison Square Garden as a recruiting tool as they are 38-14 all time in this venue saying 'It's every kids dream to play in the Garden.' Texas Tech ranked No. 11 and are 10-0 with the nation's top defense allowing just 51.2 points and holding opponents to 32.2 percent field goals allowed. The Red Raiders are not just a flash in the pan as they were along with Duke in the NCAA's Elite Eight last season. This should be a tight low scoring affair as Tech forces 11.5 turnovers per game and while the Blue Devils lead the nation with 8.1 blocks per contest. Take the points...take TEXAS TECH!

Golden State at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Warriors- It appears the Warriors have righted the ship with the return of Stephen Curry and have won their last two and six of their last seven and are tied with Denver for the most wins in the west. The Jazz are three-games under the break-even mark but with the return of leading scorer Donavan Mitchell are looking to make up some ground at home as they have played only 11 of 30 games at home. Utah is 4-0 ATS I the last four meetings and they are in a good spot here. Take the JAZZ!

UCLA at Cincinnati 9:00 ET

Bearcats (-) over Bruins- These two opened the gridiron season with a Bearcats (+10) outright win over the Bruins in LA and now it is the hardwood boys chance to garner some revenge for their school mates. The ugly truth is that the PAC-12 has fallen competitively in virtually all major sports (save women's volleyball) and although at 7-3 UCLA is respectable they are not among the elite. Cincinnati meanwhile has been a 'comer' as they are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall. 'We' have had plenty of lucky with and against the Bearcats posting Miss St. 70-59 breaking Cincy's nine-game win streak. UCLA lost to Belmont on Saturday after defeating Notre Dame, With Ohio State up next in Chicago the Bruins could get caught peeking. Cat's allow just 57.6 points and win here. Take CINCINNATI!

Brooklyn at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Nets- Like I said before Brooklyn's win last night over the Lakers, 'Break-up the Nets!' They have won six straight games and are favored on the road for what seems like the first time since forever, This win streak comes on the heels of an eight game win streak as they are off of their 115-110 over the Lakers to go 3-0 on their home stand. Jim Boylen Chicago's 'new' coach is 2-5 since taking over but is pleased with the Bulls competitive nature although they have lost 11 of 13. With the way Brooklyn is playing along with Chicago's talent level the 'line' here is very shallow. Consider the Nets are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings makes this look too inviting. Take CHICAGO!

San Antonio at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Spurs- At 16-15 the Spurs have won five of their last six but have been inconsistent the entire season and are off of a huge 123-96 win over Philadelphia after losing to Chicago at home on Saturday. Orlando returns home after a pair of wins in Mexico City against the Bulls and Jazz and is just 6-8 straight-up at home while San Antonio is just 4-10 SU on the road. The Magic are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games against teams with a road winning percentage of 40 or less and they are 5-2 ATS against the Spurs in the last seven meetings. Take ORLANDO!

Dallas at Denver 9:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Nuggets- Don't look now but it is the Nuggets that own the best record in the west as they have won 10 of their last 12 including their last three as they host the Mavericks who have dropped their last two. Those two losses followed as span of 12 wins in 15 games. Dallas is capable and although they have lost four straight at Denver they are a rejuvenated team this season. The Paradox is that the Nuggets are 6-0 ATS in their last six home games but Dallas is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. It's a spot for the Mavericks to buck the Nuggets. Take DALLAS!

Buffalo at Syracuse 7:00 ET

Orange (-) over Bulls- Boy, does this match-up have an odd look. Here, is SUNY Buffalo (10-0) undefeated and ranked No.15 while floundering Syracuse (7-3) is reeling after losing outright 68-62 as a 10-point favorite against Old Dominion. In that loss the Orange blew a 13-point lead and were outscored by 16 in the second half. Buffalo dropped an 81-74 decision at Syracuse last season and claimed that they had a better team. Well, they will not be able to sneak up on the orange tonight. Take SYRACUSE!

Washington at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Wizards- A pair of bottom feeders pair up at the State Farm Arena Atlanta but

Washington was our Sunday Power Play winner 128-100 over the LA Lakers and that came on the heels of a 4-game losing streak. I really don't think this Wizards team is very good and I hate their make-up (team personality). When 'we' win with them I consider it a blessing and when they lose it is expected. So far, 'we done good.' Atlanta could end up the NBA's worst before the season is over but with Washington's road performance to date 4-12 SU and ATS we will take the points. Take the HAWKS!