Virginia Tech at Boston College 4:00 ET

Eagles (+) over Hokies- The days of O'Brien, Evens and Kvancz (1967-68) along with Terry Driscoll have flown away for the Eagles as they host this game at Chestnut Hill in the mist of an 11-game losing streak. Boston College is actually 8-9 at home this season was competitive against the Hokies at there place in January 79-85 (+13). The Eagles lead the series 18-10 and are 11-2 straight-up at home against Tech and the Hokies will be short a man. Line seems suspect. Take BOSTON COLLEGE! 

Duke at Miami-Fl 4:00 ET

Blue Devils (-) over Hurricanes- Boy, I wish I was at this one. I have an 'interest' in both sides as these two combined are 20-32 ATS this season. Duke is 3-9-1 ATS in their last 13 road games and Miami-Fl is 7-15 ATS in their last 22 games overall and 3-11 ATS in their last 14 home games. The Blue Devils posted a 70-58 victory over the Canes in January so Miami has a revenge mode to working for them and the Devils have North Carolina on senior day coming up. Duke is off a loss at Syracuse Wednesday while Miami has won their last three coming off an overtime win at Virginia 54-48. Duke is struggling and the Canes can win here. Take MIAMI-FL.  

West Virginia at Texas Christian 2:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Mountaineers- Both this one is going to be hard to sell even to myself but it's the only way to go. No. 13 West Virginia has shown that they can play with the 'big' boys and win the close ones even if it drops coach bob Huggins to his knees. TCU enters this one on a 4-game slide and are 0-5 ATS in their last five contests and have failed to defeat the Mountaineers in any of their 10 previous meetings going 3-7 ATS (So, why should I expect them to win here?). Damn I told you this was a 'hard sell.' Well, you know when West Virginia has the spot-light (Saturday afternoons) they are 1-7 ATS and that's the best I have. Take the HORNED FROGS! 

Dayton at Davidson 9:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Flyers- Flying high Dayton enters this Atlantic-10 battle with seven straight wins and they are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games overall. Davidson meanwhile lost in their last outing and they have lost four of their last six straight-up. With a revenge game with Virginia Commonwealth and the conference championship on deck the Flyers might be a bit distracted here. The 'number' is small and the Wildcats who are 7-4 at home and can give Dayton fits here. Take DAVIDISON. 

Utah at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Jazz- Milwaukee closed the first half of the season with three straight wins after a horrid stretch when the lost 12 of 14 games falling behind if the playoff hunt. Utah who leads the NBA in scoring defense posted a 104-88 home win over the Bucks for its fifth straight win in the series is 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings in Milwaukee and 23-5 ATS in the 28 meetings. One thing that the Jazz have difficulty with is that they are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven games following a double-digit win. The Bucks sent their dead-weight center Roy Hibbert to Denver which can only help. Take MILWAUKEE!  

L.A. Lakers at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Thunder- Magic Johnson is back! But, this tenure with the Lakers of course is not as a player but as an executive as the new president of basketball operations. Los Angeles who has lost 10 straight to the Thunder are also 0-7 ATS in the last seven meetings in Oklahoma City. With the Lakers trading their spark-plug Lou Williams they look to build on their 7-3 ATS run before the break. Take LAKERS!

Dallas at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Timberwolves- These two exchanged home wins against each other within a week in mid-January but Dallas has won five of six and seven of the last nine while going 5-1 ATS in the past six meetings. The Mavericks who dropped four of their last six games before the All-Star break made a major move trading away Andrew Bogut to Philadelphia for Nerlens Noel as both clubs were looking to jettison point guards with the Mavericks looking to unload Deron Williams (who the released) and Minnesota tried to trade Ricky Rubio who remains with the team. Dallas has fought their way back into contention after a terrible start and pick it up here. Take DALLAS!

Utah at Colorado 11:00 ET

Utes (+) over Buffaloes- Utah who started their Pac-12 season 5-2 has dropped five of their last eight conference games while Colorado who started conference play 0-7 is 6-2 since. The Utes who blew a 13-point second half lead against lowly Oregon State Saturday night will have Kyle Kuzma back back in form after missing a contest because of an ankle sprain. Utah is looking to end their two-game slide and have won the last six meetings in this series. Take UTAH! 

L.A. Clippers at Golden State 10:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Warriors- Unless the Warriors finish the season with 30-straight wins there is little chance of them matching last year's regular season win total of 73. The Clippers are going through the same old story as injuries and inconsistency has derailed their dreams. Looking to start the second half fresh as LA is 4-0 ATS in their last four games and tonight will have the return of Chris Paul. Golden State is 6-0-1 ATS in their last seven home games and 19-7 ATS in the last 26 meetings against the Clippers. With LA's Big-3, Paul, Griffin and DeAndre Jordan all healthy once again the Clippers sail. Take LOS ANGELES!

USC at Arizona 10:00 ET

Trojans (+) over Wildcats- The patch work squad that Arizona has been playing with of late will welcome the return of two starters tonight as they host Southern Cal. Starting point guard Kadeem Allen and forward Dusan Ristic are both back tonight. This is much needed for a team that won Saturday over Washington 76-68 with their bench scoring only two points. USC has had an impact player return to action as 6-10 Bennie Boatwright has averaged 17 points since getting back into the action. Arizona won the first meeting 73-66 as the Trojans were without Boatwright and the Wildcats 7-0 center Lauri Markkanen put up 23 points. This time out he will be defended. Take USC!

Wisconsin at Ohio State 9:00 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Badgers- Ohio State who is 5-10 in conference play will finish the season below .500 in Big Ten action for the first time in Thad Matta's 13 years in Columbus. These two clubs met in Madison last month and the Badgers who have won the last three games in the series crushed the Buckeyes 89-66 who have dropped three straight and 10 of their last 15 are under coach Matta Ohio State is an astounding 37-9 straight-up and 33-13 ATS in home games when avenging a loss in the same season. Take OHIO STATE!   

New York at Cleveland 8:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Cavaliers- Well, it appears that the trading deadline has passed (as of 3PM ET) and Carmelo Anthony is still a Knick and will have visions of what could have been as New York invades the rumored place that he was supposed to go. New York has dropped five of their last six and seven of their last nine contests and has lost nine straight to the Cavaliers. This season Cleveland is 3-0 against the Knicks winning by an average of 22.7 points. The numbers (trends) of course lead to the World Champs but this is just the first step before they make their playoff run. Looking to stay healthy the Cavs coast. Take NEW YORK!

Portland at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Trailblazers- Talk about clubs that needed the All-star break, these two were stumbling badly before the break. Portland has dropped three straight and five of their last six while Orlando has dropped seven of their last nine and 17 of their last 22 games. Things are so bad for these two squads that Portland is 0-6 ATS in their last six games overall and they are 0-4 ATS in their last four meetings in Orlando. Not that means as much when you see that Orlando is 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine home games. Still, there have got to be a 'winner' and it's the MAGIC! 

Oregon at California 9:00 ET

Golden Bears (+) over Ducks- No. 6 Oregon has been a buzz-saw just cutting up Pac-12 opponents winning their last three and eight of their last 10 both straight-up and ATS. The Ducks are now just one-game behind Arizona. California won seven of eight before dropping their last two and were dismantled by the Ducks 86-63 in Eugene last month and are looking to repeat last year's 83-63 home win over the Ducks. Even though Oregon is 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games overall they are just 4-11 ATS in their last 15 meetings. Revenge is sweet...take CALIFORNIA! 

Minnesota at Maryland 8:30 ET

Golden Gophers (+) over Terrapins- I remember the first encounter between these two this season, as I posted the Gophers (-4) at home on a Saturday and the Terps won outright 85-78. Minnesota has won five in-a-row since and now play as an underdog on the road where they are 6-4 straight-up and 7-3 ATS. Maryland who is 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 games overall has dominated this series winning six of the seven meetings all-time. The young coach Richard Pitino preaches defense and has the Gophers' who lead the Big Ten and rank second nationally in blocks per game lead by Reggie Lynch at 3.1 per game. In a revenge spot and because this line is way-low according to the power ratings...take MINNESOTA!

Duke at Syracuse 7:00 ET

Orange (+) over Blue Devils- Talk about a roller coaster season but Duke has now won seven straight after losing three-of-four without coach Mike Krzyzewski who was out with back issues. Grayson Allen had to be disciplined and the Devils struggled. Syracuse meanwhile is on a 3-game slide as coach Jim Boeheim meeting for just the eighth time with Duke holding a 4-3 series lead with the Orange winning 64-62 in Durham last season. A number of trends that can not be ignored are that the Blue Devils are just 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games overall and 3-8-1 ATS in their last 12 road games while Syracuse is 7-1 ATS in their last eight home games. Take the ORANGE! 

Indiana at Iowa 9:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Hawkeyes- Two of the more disappointing Big Ten cagers who will most likely end up in the NIT or one of the 'other' circus tournaments face off meetings for the only time (baring playoffs) this season. Both clubs enter this fray on losing streaks with the Hoosiers on a four-game slide and the Hawkeyes have dropped their last three. Indiana has actually lost six of their last seven after losing 75-74 at Minnesota but have won their last two trips to Iowa City and have won five of the last six meetings. Finally, Iowa is 6-16 ATS in their last 22 Big Ten contests. Take INDIANA!

Northwestern at Illinois 8:00 ET

Illini (+) Wildcats- northwestern has already set school records for wins in a single season and are bearing down on their first NCAA Tournament berth. The Wildcats fell Illinois two weeks ago 68-61 and are just 2-11 straight-up in the last 13 meetings. The fact that the public is expecting good things for Northwestern and there is a good chance they will be disappointed as the underdog is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Illinois is 10-5 straight-up at home and the beat-goes-on here. Take ILLINI!

N.C. State at Georgia Tech 8:00 ET

Wolfpack (+) over Yellow Jackets- Since defeating Duke in Durham 84-82 the Wolfpack have dropped seven straight both straight-up and ATS with those losses by an average of 17 points. Georgia Tech who was expected to be on the low end of the ACC race has won six of seven ACC home games and are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games overall. Coach Mike Gottfried will be replaced at the end of the season as State is 1-8 ATS in their last nine on the road and already lost at home 86-76 to Tech but the road team is 13-3-2 ATS in the last 18 meetings. Take N.C. STATE!

Boston College at Florida State 7:00 ET

Seminoles (-) over Eagles- This is a matter of the 'beat-goes-on' or a 'the buck stops here.' No. 18 Florida State has dropped their last two and I know that they were played on the road because they are undefeated at home. Yep, a perfect 16-0 and after these two road losses they host a team that hasn't won on the road this season. Boston College is 0-6 in true road games and 1-9 overall. Not that is matter with this situation bit the home team is 5-2-1 ATS in ACC meetings. The Seminoles can name the margin its just a matter if the really want too. I think they do! Take FLORIDA STATE!  

Miami-FL at Virginia 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (-) over Hurricanes- Come-on, what gives with these Cavaliers? Not only are they getting beat in big games but they are getting killed night after night. Virginia has dropped their last three and four-of-five both straight-up and ATS but that doesn't look as bad as the Hurricanes going 6-15 ATS in their last 21 games overall. As a matter of fact except for this current bad run the Cavaliers are 14-6-1 ATS in their last 21 home games. Miami comes win winning their last two and they have won four-of-five and yet they opened a double-digit dog. It seems too easy...We could be 'caught chasing' as the Cavs are the play again. Take VIRGINIA! 

Syracuse at Georgia Tech 6:30 ET

Yellow Jackets (+) over Orange- Two coaches on the opposite side of the spectrum face off in Atlanta where first-year coach Josh Pastner will have his Yellow Jackets ready for veteran coach Jim Boeheim who is at his 21st year at Syracuse. Georgia Tech plays three of their final five games at home where they are 13-3 while the visiting Orange are just 2-7 ATS on the road. Tech is 8-2 Ats in their last eight games overall and 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as an underdog. Take GEORGIA TECH!

Maryland at Wisconsin 1:00 ET

Badgers (-) over Terrapins- We have two top rated team meetings here with No. 23 Maryland visiting No. 10 Wisconsin. The Badgers are a 'heavy' favorite here and have lost their last two are still in the 3-way tie for the Big Ten lead with the Terps and Purdue. Both Wisconsin's losses came without leading scorer senior guard Bronson Koenig who practiced Friday and Saturday and is set to return Sunday. Maryland has been an excellent play of the road going 7-1 ATS in their last eight and are 12-3 ATS in their last 17 games overall but the home team is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Today after consecutive losses the Badgers will be ready at home. Take WISCONSIN!

Virginia at North Carolina 8:15 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Tar Heels- Virginia enters this contest in-need as they have dropped their last three and a 3-game fall would be disastrous after losing to Virginia Tech in overtime and to Duke 65-55. The Cavaliers are still No. 1 in the nation in scoring defense 56 points per but they have to win somewhere and this is a big opportunity for them. I understand North Carolina is 20-8 ATS in their last 28 home games and the home team is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings but I believe I have better stuff on the other side. Here it is; Virginia is 23-7 in their last 30 games as a road underdog including 11-1 ATS in the ACC and the Cavs are 8-1 ATS as a conference road dog with revenge. The closer is that the Heels have Louisville up next and sandwiched after NC State they are 5-15 ATS. Take VIRGINIA!  

Mississippi at Arkansas 6:00 ET

Rebels (+) over Razorbacks- Arkansas is returning home coming off their biggest win of the season as they took down No. 19 South Carolina 83-76 for their second consecutive road win. Even though the home team is 15-7-1 ATS in their last 23 meetings Mississippi who also is off two wins is 21-7-2 ATS in the last 30 meetings. Mississippi has put together a high powered offense that averages 84.2 points a game and that will be enough tonight. Take the REBELS!  

Colorado at Oregon 3:00 ET

Buffaloes (+) over Ducks- I'm afraid to even look, I'm sure the stats on this game would favor Oregon heavily. Wait, a sec I'll check! Okay, the first thing that disturbs me is that the Buffs have already defeated the Ducks in Boulder 74-65 as a 7-point dog. Oh my goodness, I see that Oregon is 13-3 ATS in their last 16 overall and leads the NCAA with 41 straight home wins, 16-0 (10-6 ATS) this season and they have won seven of the last 11 meetings, but, there is some positive points for Colorado. The are playing their best ball right now have won six of their last seven and a win over No. 8 would help the Tourney chances.  

Illinois at Iowa 2:00 ET

Illini (+) over Hawkeyes- This is the second meeting of the season between these two rivals as Illinois as a 5-point favorite posted a 76-64 home win making the favorite 9-3-1 in the last 13 meetings. The Fighting Illini have dropped four of their last five contests with their lone win a road victory over Northwestern. Iowa who is 12-3 straight-up at home has dropped their last two and although they are 7-2-1 ATS in their last 10 home games they are 6-15 ATS in their last 21 Big Ten encounters. This one should go down to the final buzzer which means take the points...Take ILLINOIS!

Villanova at Seton Hall 12:30 ET

Pirates (+) over Wildcats- There is no question in my mind that Villanova is the best team in the Big East but, that doesn't mean that they are unbeatable as the Pirates know. In last season's Big East conference final they defeated the Wildcats 69-79 but the Cats have won 31-of-33 including a January victory over Seton Hall (shooting 29%) by 30 winning 76-46. The Pirates posted an impressive 87-81 win over Creighton on Wednesday (A-Play Megabucks winner) and are looking forward to avenge their earlier beating at home where they are 10-1. It seems that they like 'getting-up' for their Saturday TV games as they are 23-8-1 ATS. Cats on a 1-8 ATS bummer run. Take SETON HALL!   

Utah at Oregon 9:00 ET

Utes (+) over Ducks- I saw for myself just how powerful and explosive this Utah team can be as they played Arizona, UCLA and USC in their most recent road trip. Winning two of those contests bringing them to 11-2 ATS in their last 13 games overall and 35-16 ATS in their last 51 in Pac-12 play. These numbers conflict with the fact that Utah is 6-1-1 ATS in their last eight on the road but the Utes are 0-7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. It will be Utah's strong rebounding that will keep this one close. Take the UTES!

Boston at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Celtics- The Celtics may have the smallest player in the league with Isaiah Thomas but the 5-9 point guard has 25 or more points in 10 consecutive contests as Boston has won four straight and 10 of their last 11. Chicago has had some injury problems but Jimmy Butler is back and Dwyane Wade is ready to play. Two huge factors favor Chicago as they are 6-1 ATS versus teams with winning road records and they are 9-3-1 ATS against Boston the last 15 meetings in Chicago. Take the BULLS!

Washington at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Wizards- Streaking clubs oppose each other tonight as the Pacers who have dropped their last five after having won their previous seven while the 'red hot' Wizards have won 17 of their last 20. Washington not only is running roughshod through the NBA but is 7-0 ATS in their last seven meetings in Indiana. Despite these disturbing trends favoring the Wizards they are just 9-14 on the road while the Pacers are 20-9 at home. Take INDIANA!

Duke at Virginia 9:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Blue Devils- Stat wise these two are about as even as you can get as they are both 8-4 in ACC action and ranked No. 15 and No. 14 with Duke getting the edge. The Blue Devils have won their last five with the return of Coach K while Virginia has dropped three of their last five including blowing a 14-point lead in their double-overtime loss to Virginia Tech on Sunday. The Cavaliers don't have huge offensive numbers but the lead the nation in scoring defense allowing just 55.1 points per game and are 14-5-1 ATS in their last 20 home games. Take VIRGINIA!  

North Carolina at North Carolina State 8:00 ET

Wolfpack (+) over Tar Heels- The last time these two played 'we' posted the Tar Heels and they responded with a 107-56 rout of State the largest margin of victory in series history. N.C. State has lost their last five both straight-up and ATS as well as 2-8 SU and ATS while the Tar Heels are 0-4 ATS in their last four and 1-5 ATS in their last six. NC has won 20 of the past 22 meetings and the favorite is 14-6 ATS in the last 20 meetings but are just 3-8-1 ATS on the road. It's a matter of recovering from the humiliating loss in the first meeting. Take N.C. STATE!

Creighton at Seton Hall 8:00 ET

Pirates (+) over Bluejays- No. 22 Creighton has managed to go 3-3 since their leader point guard Maurice Watson Jr. went down for the season including a 93-58 road win at DePaul the largest road margin in Big East history. Seton Hall returned four starters from last year's Big East tournament champions and leads the all-time series 10-5 including 6-3 as hosts. The Pirates are 9-1 straight-up at home and were caught looking ahead at St. Johns Saturday in a 78-70 setback. In a bounce-back here it's...SETON HALL!

Cleveland at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Cavaliers- With or without Kevin Love as long as the Cavaliers have LeBron James they will be a force. Cleveland won their second straight without their high-scoring power forward last night while Indiana has dropped their last four including a 132-117 loss to the champs a week ago. The Cavs have won the last five home meetings against the Pacers but Indiana is 7-1-1 ATS in the last nine meetings (Go figure). The Pacers are also 4-0 ATS in their last four road games while Cleveland is 0-5 ATS in their last five back-to-back games. Take INDIANA!

Sacramento at L.A. Lakers 10:30 ET

Lakers over Kings- The Kings have started to play better basketball and are on a three-game wining streak with or without DeMarcus Cousins. Cousins is just one technical foul away from his second suspension and is complaining 'I can't be myself' which might actually be a good thing. These two clubs have split two meetings so season but the Kings have won eight of the past nine bringing me to the spread on this contest. The Lakes opened the favorite and that seems a but odd. So, take LOS ANGELES! 

Boise State at New Mexico 10:00 ET

Broncos (+) over Lobos- New Mexico is known for their strong home court (The Pit) but although they are 9-3 straight-up as hosts they are just 2-7 ATS. Boise State is 7-5 straight-up on the road and 7-4-1 ATS. The MWC plays most weekday games on Tuesday and here where the problems start for the Lobos as they are 4-12 ATS in their last 16 Tuesday games while the Broncos are 7-2 ATS on the same day. New Mexico has held a series advantage (8-3-1 ATS in last 11) but are not the same quality as previous seasons. Take BOISE STATE!

Penn State at Nebraska 9:00 ET

Cornhuskers (-) over Nittany Lions- Penn State is off two huge wins one of them over Ranked Maryland and now has two straight wins after dropping five of their previous six. The Lions have won three of the last four meetings but are 0-4 in Big Ten games in Lincoln and are 2-6 ATS in the last eight meetings. After starting 3-0 in conference play the Cornhuskers have dropped eight of nine but will regroup against a club 'high' off their recent wins. Take NEBRASKA!

Colorado State at Wyoming 9:00 ET

Rams (+) over Cowboys- Colorado State has won their last three and trails Mountain West leader Boise State by only a game in the loss column as they meetings Wyoming for the first time this season. The Cowboys have won the last five meetings both straight-up and ATS including an 84-66 pounding the last time they played here. The home team is 10-3 the last 13 meetings and the favorite (if there is one here) is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. To counter this the Rams are 8-1 ATS in their last nine home games and get the cash here. Take COLORADO STATE! 

Toronto at Chicago 8:00 ET

Raptors (-) over Bulls- The Raptors have lost their last two including a 102-101 home loss to Detroit where they blew a 16-point fourth quarter lead. Chicago meanwhile is without the services of Jimmy Butler who has missed four of the last five games and Dwyane Wade who has missed two of the last three along with two other roll players that are day-to-day. I't doesn't make sense that Toronto who is 0-5 ATS in their last five trips to Chicago would be such a favorite. Take the RAPTORS.

Cleveland at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Cavaliers- Since LeBron James voiced a need for more back court help the Cavaliers have won seven of nine including a 125-97 home win over the Timberwolves. Kevin Love wasn't available for that encounter and he won't be available tonight either for Cleveland who have won eight of the last 11 ATS in Minnesota. The Wolves will be without Zach Lavine but his replacement Shabazz Muhammad has hit double figures in four of his last five games since Lavine went down. Take MINNESOTA! 

West Virginia at Kansas 9:00 ET

Mountaineers (+) over Jayhawks- The Jayhawks who are ranked No. 3 were given a No.1 seed and No. 2 overall seed by the first ever NCAA Championship Selection Committee preliminary release of March Madness bracket on Saturday although they are just 7-15 -1 ATS on the season. Meanwhile, West Virginia who posted an 85-69 win over Kansas in Morgantown looks to close the conference gap (2-games). The Mountaineers are 7-3 straight-up and 6-4 ATS on the road and will come up big here once again. Take WEST VIRGINIA! 

Boston at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Celtics- The Celtics has won their last two on this four-game road trip that ends tonight in Dallas. The problem for Boston is that they will be without guard Avery Bradley, forward Jae Crowder and rookie Jaylen Brown. Dallas after a pitiful start are working their way into playoff position and have won eight of their last 11 and six straight at home. As a matter of fact the Mavericks have won the last six meetings in Dallas as they are 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings overall. Take DALLAS! 

Philadelphia at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (-) over 7ers- Have rolls been reversed here? Philadelphia with their three-headed center (Embiid, Okafor and Noel) has won their last two including breaking Miami's 13-game winning streak on Saturday. Charlotte on the other hand has dropped nine of their last 10 and are 0-7 ATS in their last seven home games. The problem here for the 76ers who are just 7-18 on the road is the Embiid has a meniscal tear and Jahlil Okafor will sit because of an impending trade. With the Hornets such a strong favorite Vegas believes they win big tonight and I agree. Take CHARLOTTE!

San Antonio at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Spurs- The Spurs may have lost to the Knicks on yesterday but the Pacers have lost their last three and are 0-3 ATS in their last three at home. With one more win before the year ends San Antonio will set a league record with 20 straight winning seasons. Indiana despite their current woes are 6-1 ATS after a double-digit loss as they had a day off after playing six games in nine days. I like the Pacers to play well tonight. Take INDIANA!

Louisville at Syracuse 7:00 ET

Cardinals (-) over Orange- Jim Boeheim is in his final season as Syracuse coach finishing his 41st year leading the Orange who are fighting back from a terrible start. So bad was the beginning of the season that Syracuse lost at home 93-60 against lowly St. Johns but haven't lost at home since. As a matter of fact the Orange are 14-2 overall at home and 9-2 ATS when playing as hosts. Louisville who has had difficulties keeping players on the court for various reasons welcomed the return of guard Quentin Snider leads the overall series 16-8. Take the CARDINALS! 

Baylor at Texas Tech 7:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Bears- The Baylor Bears win with tough defense and are 16-0 when scoring 70 points of more as they bring their 15-5-1 ATS in their last 21 road games into Lubbock. Texas Tech is having one of their better seasons but have lost their last two contests including a one-point 80-79 loss to Kansas on Saturday. The Bears faithful were chanting 'We want Kansas' as they crushed TCU at home Saturday and that could be a problem. The Red Raiders opened the season 11-0 but have dropped five of their last six Big-12 games are 14-2 straight-up at home. With the Bears 'looking ahead' to Kansas on Saturday they get caught here. Take TEXAS TECH!

Virginia at Virginia Tech 6:30 ET

Cavaliers (-) over Hokies- The Cavaliers are in a tough spot here coming off a huge win over Louisville and a match-up with Duke up next. This would be a place for a letdown but their opponent here is in-state rival Virginia Tech. Virginia has dominated the series of late winning nine of the last 10 meetings including a home win 71-48 10 days ago. Although the Gobblers are 16-6 ATS in their last 22 home games and the home team is 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings Virginia is 25-10-1 ATS in their last 36 games overall and Tech is just 54-90 all-time against the Cavs who rank first nationally in scoring defense allowing just 54 points per contest. Take VIRGINIA!  

Detroit at Toronto 6:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Raptors- The Raptors vacation is over. Toronto is off their first three-day break of the season after losing nine of their last 13. Detroit on the other hand despite losing to San Antonio on Wednesday have won four of their last five and are 5-1 ATS in their last six games playing on 1 days rest. The Pistons were out rebounded 39-22 by the Spurs who had 20 second-chance points and coach Stan Van Gundy said effort on the glass must improve. It will here. Take DETROIT!

Chicago at Minnesota 3:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Timberwolves- Both clubs are off losses with the Bulls dropping their last two as they finish as six-game road trip while Minnesota fell to 1-5 in their last six with a loss at New Orleans on Friday. Injuries have hit both teams with Zach Levine out for the Wolves and Wade and Butler hurting for Chicago. The Timberwolves have won the last three in this series and is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings but Chicago is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings in Minnesota. Take CHICAGO!

San Antonio at New York 3:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Spurs- I wonder if James Dolan the Knicks owner will show up at the 'Garden' for New York second nationally televised game this week. The first one didn't go so well not only on the scoreboard where the Knicks blew a 10-point fourth quarter lead against Denver but in the stands where former player Charles Oakley arrested for taunting the cable mogul. New York is 0-4 both straight-up and ATS on their home stand and coach Jeff Hornacek berated his club for their lack of 'concentration.' This time they stay focused. Take NEW YORK!

Oregon at USC 10:30 ET

Trojans (+) over Ducks- I can't tell you how impressed I was with the Ducks when watching the first half of their game against UCLA on Thursday a game they blew after holding a 19-point lead. Oregon defeated the Trojans by 23 points in their first meetings in December but USC has added 6-11 power forward Bennie Boatwright who is back in the fold after missing eight weeks of the season. Since his return the Trojans have won their last five and are playing with confidence. Play the hot club...take USC!  

Boston at Utah 10:05 ET

Jazz (-) over Celtics- Boston has won four of the last five in the series with the lone Utah win coming in Salt Lake City last season 111-93. As a matter of fact the Celtics are 8-2-2 ATS in the last 12 meetings. While both teams have improved themselves it is the Jazz who have made the larger leap. Boston has the NBA's biggest 4th quarter threat in Isaiah Thomas who will up against the league's top scoring defense allowing just 95.7 points per. Only a late cold snap kept the Jazz from sweeping their three-game road trip as the fell to Dallas in overtime their last time out. This time they play a full 48-minutes and het the win. Take UTAH!

Golden State at Oklahoma City 8:30 ET

Thunder (+) over Warriors- Okay, we all know the storyline here with Kevin Durant returning to visit the 'girl' he jilted why his new 'trophy girlfriend.' Will the obvious friction between Russell Westbrook and Durant be exhibited for all to see or will these guys conduct themselves as professionals? With all that around them which one of their players is better able to handle the situation? Golden State has won the last five in the series but are just 3-11 all-time in Oklahoma City. Take the THUNDER! 

Gonzaga at St. Mary's 8:15 ET

Gaels (+) over Bulldogs- This is most likely to final hurdle for No. 1 Gonzaga if it intends to finish the regular season undefeated as their competition is meager at best after this encounter. The Bulldogs have won 10 of the past 12 meetings going 10-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings including a 79-56 home win a month ago. St. Mary's has won their last seven and is ranked second nationally in scoring defense (54.6) and are 13-1 straight-up at home. Take ST. MARY'S!  

Miami at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

76ers (+) over Heat- Break-up the Heat! After an 11-30 start the Heat have put together an improbable 13-game winning streak going 12-0-1 ATS. Miami has moved to within one-game of Detroit for the final playoff spot in the East. Philadelphia has lost seven of their last nine but have 'covered' their last two and are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 as well as 9-0 ATS in their last nine at home. Even without Embiid the Sixers are playing hard and are a play here. Take PHILADELPHIA!

L.A. Clippers at Charlotte 5:00 ET

Hornets over Clippers- Los Angeles won last time out over the Knicks (should that count) to end a three-game losing streak but are still just 3-7 straight-up in their last 10. The Clippers have won the last four in this series and are 10-3 ATS in the last 13 meetings but, this is not the same Clippers team. Gone is Chris Paul and while others are hobbled Blake Griffin have returned to full strength. The Hornets have dropped eight of their last nine and will be ready to sting LA here. Take CHARLOTTE!

Kansas at Texas Tech 2:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Jayhawks- No. 3 Kansas has had a number of close calls this season and one of them was against the Red Raiders when they came back from a 12-point deficit and won 74-71. The Jayhawks who have won 12 straight Big-12 titles leads the overall series 32-5 including the last 15 meetings and are 12-4 in Lubbock. Texas Tech is off a one-point loss to TCU and looks to rebound here as the home team is 19-7 ATS in the last 26 meetings. Take TEXAS TECH!  

Atlanta at Sacramento 10:30 ET

Kings (+) over Hawks- The Kings have one of the most dominate players in the NBA with DeMarcus Cousins but have trouble posting victories as they are just 21-32 straight-up. Cousins is back after a one-game suspension (a game the Kings won without him in the line-up and is looking to play with his usual passion. Other then the fact that the Hawks are 0-5 ATS after winning a game by 10 points they have had their way against the Kings going 6-1 ATS in Sacramento and 14-3 ATS in the last 17 meetings. With all that noted I still see the Kings with the return of Cousins get it done here. Take SACRAMENTO! 

Indiana at Washington 8:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Wizards- The Wizards have been outstanding at home winning 17 straight before an overtime loss to Cleveland on Monday but managed an overtime win over the Nets on Wednesday. On the same day the Pacers had their seven-game winning streak come to an end also against the Cavaliers. Washington is 9-2 ATS in their last 11 following a straight-up win but Indiana won both meetings here last season and is 7-1 ATS in their last eight meetings in Washington. Take INDIANA!

San Antonio at Detroit 7:30 ET

Pistons (+) over Spurs- The Spurs will again be a thorn in any teams side once the playoffs start as their consistency under 'Pop' has been just amazing over the years. Posting a 40-12 record they have defeated Detroit the last four times that they have met going 4-0 ATS while the Pistons are struggling to get to the break-even mark. Three games under .500, Detroit has won seven of its last eight at home and managed to go 4-0 ATS in their last four as hosts and are 5-0 ATS in their last five playing on one days rest. Take the PISTONS!

Dayton at Rhode Island 7:00 ET

Rams (-) over Flyers- A pair of Atlantic-10 clubs that will most likely get an invite to the 'Big Dance' as it stands now who are both on winning steaks. Dayton has won their last three and Rhode Island their last four as they face-off in Kingston. The Rams are 11-1 straight-up at home going 7-4 ATS while the Flyers have gone 4-2 on the road. Dayton has already posted a 67-64 home win over the Rams in early January and now turn-about-is-fair-play. Take RHODE ISLAND!

Oregon at UCLA 10:00 ET

Bruins (-) over Ducks- The top two clubs in the Pac-12 face-off at Pauley Pavilion as UCLA host Oregon. The Ducks are off a total dismantling of then No. 5 Arizona Saturday night taking down the Wildcats 85-58 while the Bruins return home after a three game road trip. Oregon won the conference opener over UCLA 89-87 as these team have alternated home wins in the last six meetings. The Ducks are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 and 20-7 ATS in their last 27 against the Pac-12 while the Bruins are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 in conference play. Still, UCLA leads the nation with 22 assists per games and turnover ratio (1.8) and field goal percentage (53.5). Take UCLA! 

Utah at Dallas 8:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Jazz- Utah has already pull a 'hat-trick' against Dallas this season and goes for the season sweep tonight. The Jazz have won their last four while the Mavericks have dropped their last two. Despite the Jazz winning their last two in Dallas their history here is not good as they had lost the previous 10 match-ups and 24 of the last 27 played here as well as going 3-9-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings. Dallas is 7-0 ATS in their last seven home games and get it done once again tonight. Take the MAVERICKS!

North Carolina at Duke 8:00 ET

Blue Devils (-) over Tar Heels- At first glance this contest looks to be all Tar Heels as Duke has struggled with distractions, injuries and a coach that has been sidelined with back issues. When looking at the trends we see the North Carolina is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 while Duke is 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games overall. Add that the underdog is 6-2 ATS in their past eight meetings and the road team is 19-7 ATS in the last 26 meetings. That all being noted Coach K is back and put his team on notice by not allowing them to wear their school colors. (letting them know he believes they are not worthy) Duke has won four of the last five meetings and the last four at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Take THE BLUE DEVILS! 

Houston at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Rockets- The Hornets dropped out of the eighth playoff spot with their seven-game losing streak that just ended with a victory over the lowly Nets. Charlotte who is 16-10 straight-up at home is 0-5 ATS in their last five home games and are 4-14 ATS in their last 18 games but are 5-2 ATS as hosts against Houston. The high scoring Rockets are 17-0 when allowing less then 100 points but are surrendering 110.8 per game on the road and are 0-4 ATS in their last four road contests. Take CHARLOTTE! 

Philadelphia at Orlando 7:00 ET

76ers (+) over Magic- Both clubs have fallen a bit of late as the Sixers have lost their last five and the Magic have dropped their last two by 27 to Atlanta and 24 at Houston. Part of Philadelphia's problem is all their losses came without Joel Embiid who has missed the last seven games and 10 of their last 11. The Magic have dominated the 76ers winning four straight and 18 of the last 23 but are just 7-17-1 ATS at home. Both Magic wins over Philly this season came in November and they are facing a much better team now. Take PHILADELPHIA! 

Purdue at Indiana 7:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Boilermakers- These two Indiana rivals are ready to rebound as that is the best asset for both clubs as the Hoosiers have a plus margin of 8.7 while Purdue is a plus 8.6. But, it may not be the 'big men' that make the difference here as Indiana's junior guard James Blackmon Jr. is expected to return after a three-game absence. While the Boilermakers are off a 73-72 road win at Maryland the Hoosiers were defeated by Wisconsin 60-55. Indiana is 13-2 at home while Purdue is just 3-3 in true road games. Take INDIANA!

California at Arizona State 11:00 ET

Sun Devils (+) over Golden Bears- California enters this game with a four-game winning streak but has been a money 'burner' for their backers as they are just 9-14 ATS. Arizona State is second in the Pac-12 in scoring (behind UCLA) and has three of the conferences top 10 scorers. Cal has won the last three meetings to even the all-time series at 40 but they are just 2-6 ATS in the last eight meetings. The Sun Devils also lead the league in fewest turnovers at 10.6 per game and make 10 3-pointers a game. Take ARIZONA STATE!

Fresno State at Wyoming 9:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Cowboys- The Mountain West delivers this winner with Wyoming hosting Fresno State in Laramie where they are 11-2 straight-up at home but yet just just 6-5 ATS. The Bulldogs have bite on the road as they are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 road games and 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games overall. These two met in Fresno in early January and the Bulldogs won easily 85-70 and are poised to do it again. Take FRESNO STATE!

Toronto at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Raptors- With all their young talent the T'wolves were expected to be performing at a higher level as they have now lost their last four. Tonight they host the Raptors who have a 9-2 ATS record in Minnesota and are 21-7 ATS in the last 28 meetings overall. Wolves coach Tom Thibodeau reamed his players for the defensive effort last time out (allowing 116 pts in last 4) and I expect them to respond to his tongue lashing. Take MINNESOTA!

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

Knicks (+) over Clippers- We see that the Clippers are 10-games over .500 while the Knicks are 10-game under .500 but according the 'Vegas' New York is a better bet as they are 29-26 ATS while Los Angeles is 25-27 ATS. The problems in New York seem to be escalating as they implode over the Carmelo Anthony trade rumors. The lowly Lakers just crushed the Knicks at the 'Garden' and they were belted with a full game chorus of boos. I expect New York to rebound here with a compete game effort and win this game comfortably. Take the KNICKS!

Denver at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over Hawks- The Hawks who have the same record on the road as they do at home (14-11) are 6-5 in their last 11 games but their losses were by an average 23 points. Atlanta is just 1-4 ATS in their last five home games but Denver is just 3-9 ATS in their last 12 in Atlanta. One key trend for the Nuggets is that they are 6-0 ATS in their last six games playing with one days rest and they look to avenge a 1-point 109-108 home loss to the Hawks in December. Take DENVER! 

Texas Tech at Texas Christian 9:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Horned Frogs- Hard to believe that TCU has set a school record with just five conference wins but at 16-7 they are having one of their best seasons on record. Texas Tech just ended a three-game Big-12 losing streak defeating Oklahoma on Saturday. Texas Christian is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 home games and Texas Tech is 1-5 straight-up on the road so the advantage seem to be in Fort Worth. But now so fast my friend take note that the road team is 11-3 ATS in the last 14 meetings. Take TEXAS TECH! 

Vanderbilt at Arkansas 8:30 ET

Commodores (+) over Razorbacks- Arkansas was shocked Saturday with their loss to cellar dweller Missouri and looks to rebound here against Vanderbilt. These two met two weeks ago and the Razorbacks rallied from a 15-point deficit to post a 71-70 victory. Vanderbilt has lost their last four against the 'Backs and are 11-22 lifetime. The Commodores leading scorer Matthew Fisher-Davis has recovered from the flu and will once again be a force. Take VANDERBILT!

Illinois at Northwestern 8:00 ET

Illini (+) over Wildcats- Northwestern dropped to 7-3 in the Big Ten last time out as they were out-classed by Purdue 80-59 while Illinois lost at home to Minnesota their sixth loss in their last seven games. The Wildcats were without leading scorer Scottie Lindsey who had the flu but should return here but him stamina might be lacking. There are a pair of conflicting trends surrounding this contest as Northwestern is 19-7 ATS in their last 26 games while the road team is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. The Illini are 0-5 straight-up in true road games with year and it's time for that to change. Take ILLINOIS!

Maryland at Penn State 6:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Terrapins- Maryland is off a home loss to Purdue 73-72 on Saturday which dropped them to one-game behind Wisconsin for the Big-Ten top spot. The Terrapins have won the last four meetings and they are 10-1-1 ATS in their last 12 contests while Penn State has lost five of their last six including a home loss Saturday 70-68 to lowly Rutgers. Maryland is 6-0 in true road games but will be tested here by the Lions. Take PENN STATE!

San Antonio at Memphis 9:30 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Spurs- The Spurs have been one of the most successful and consistent NBA teams for over a decade and still play tough defense night in and night out. San Antonio has been a killer on the road with a 20-4 straight-up and 15-8-1 ATS in their last 24. The Spurs have had their way against the Grizzlies going 8-3 ATS in their last 11 visits to Memphis and are 20-8 ATS in the last 28 meetings. Mike Conley after his all-star snub has a 'chip' on his shoulder and will lead the Grizzlies here. Take MEMPHIS! 

Kansas at Kansas State 9:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Jayhawks- Want to talk about a one-side rivalry, this series is one of the most lopsided in all of college basketball among 'majors.' Kansas has won their last four match-ups and leads the all-time series 192-95 winning 53 of the last 58 meetings. The No. 2 Jayhawks had their 54-game home winning streak stop as the fell to Iowa State Saturday after blowing a 14-point halftime lead. Meanwhile Kansas State was upsetting Baylor 56-54 and are looking for a small measure of revenge off their first meeting a 90-88 loss as Jayhawks guard Mykhailiuk blatantly traveled on his buzzer-beating layup that was not called. This time it's the Wildcats. Take KANSAS STATE! 

L.A. Clippers at Toronto 7:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Raptors- Both these clubs got off to quick starts this season but have been derailed for one reason or another. Los Angeles of course has been beset with injuries to key personnel but has still managed to over 60% of their games while the Raptors who are also at 60% have lost eight of their past 11. The Raptors are playing without leading scorer DeMar DeRozen while the Clippers are without Chris Paul. Blake Griffin has returned and L.A. Has dropped their last two after a five-game winnings streak. Even though the Clips are just 1-6 ATS in their last seven meetings in Toronto and 8-20 ATS in the last 28 meetings they come to play tonight. Take CLIPPERS!

Utah at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Jazz over Hawks- This one for some reason doesn't pass the eye-test as the Jazz opened a small favorite at Atlanta. Both these clubs are playing at their best as Utah has won 14 of their last 20 while the Hawks have won 15 of their last 20. What seems strange to me is that the Jazz are 0-7 straight-up in their last seven road games and 1-9 ATS in their last 10 and yet the line says something different. Atlanta who was pasted by the Jazz last November 95-68 in Utah is just 2-6 ATS after a straight-up win and will fall tonight. Take UTAH!

Louisville at Virginia 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Cardinals- Both these clubs are 7-3 in Atlantic Coast action and are tied for third in conference with the Cardinals winning their last three by an average margin of 34 points while the Cavaliers have dropped two of their last three. Both clubs have been money makers as Louisville is 15-5-1 ATS in their last 16 contests and Virginia is 13-5-1 ATS in their last 19 home games and 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall. The Cavaliers have won four of the five meetings since Louisville joined the ACC. Take VIRGINIA!

Memphis at Minnesota 9:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis who just had their three game road winning streak ended are playing their sixth straight road game and the wear and travel issues are taking their toll. Minnesota who is playing their first back-to-back game since early January and have had their way at home against the Pacers. The Timberwolves are not only 4-0 ATS against teams with a plus .500 record and they are 5-1 ATS in their last six against Memphis. Take MINNESOTA! 

Texas A&M at Louisiana State 9:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Aggies- There was a time when LSU basketball carried some huge names including Pete Maravich, Shaquille O'Neal and recently Ben Simmons but right now they are struggling for wins. The Tigers enter Saturday night contest on an eight-game losing streak and were totally embarrassed last time out by South Carolina 88-63. The Aggies have dropped their last two but have a home win over the Tigers 92-62 when the shot 56.7% and out-rebounded them 47-32 in the first meeting. Aside from that Texas A&M is just 3-6 in the SEC and are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 conference games. Take LSU!

Orlando at Atlanta 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Hawks- Atlanta seems to have made the adjustment to Dwight Howard being in the line-up and Kyle Korver being sent to Cleveland the Hawks have won 14 of their last 19 games. Orlando on the hand has won just three of the past 11 games. The Magic are one of the rare clubs that has a better record on the road then they do at home. As a matter of fact they play well in Atlanta where they are 5-1 ATS in their last six meetings and the Hawks are 1-6 ATS following a straight-up win. Take ORLANDO! 

Detroit at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Pacers- The Pacers have a pair of things going for them as they enter tonight's game against Detroit. The first thing is that they have won five in-a-row and the other is that they own the Pistons defeating them in 24 of the last 31 meetings including 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings. Detroit has won their last two as two different players Caldwell-Pope (38) and Marcus Morris (36) set career highs for scoring. Two hot clubs with the points being a factor. Take the PISTONS!  

Xavier at Creighton 3:00 ET

Musketeers (+) over Blue Jays- Both these ranked clubs lost their most valuable asset when their point guards when down for the season. No. 22 Creighton lost the nation's leading assist man in Maurice Watson Jr. who was injured in the first meeting a72-67 win while No. 25 Xavier lost Edmond Summer their points guard two weeks later. The Blue Jays were cruising along until the Watson injury and dropped two straight before getting their 'legs' and winning their last two. Xavier meanwhile has won their last two but are 1-6 ATS in their last seven. Today they play close. Take the MUSKETEERS!

Purdue at Maryland 12:00 ET

Boilermakers (-) over Terrapins- Now, you see what I mean? Here is No. 17 Maryland (20-2) playing at home and hosting No. 24 Purdue (18-5)and they are an underdog. Now, really, doesn't that make any sense? Let me look closer and I find that the Boilermakers are just 2-3 in true road games while the Terrapins have won seven straight and are 11-2 straight-up at home. Add that Maryland is 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games overall and last 11 in the Big Ten. These 'number' are so one sided for the Terps and they are getting points at home. There is something fishy going on here. If this game was in prime time it would be the 'Play of the Day.' The fact that is starts so early keeps me from going ALL-IN! Take PURDUE. 

Dallas at Portland 10:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Trailblazers- The Mavericks are last in NBA scoring at 97.4 points per contest but have won five of their last six games while averaging 107.5 points. Dallas has won three straight and are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and are 6-2 in the last eight games played in Portland. The road teams have won in each of the two games played this season with Dallas winning at Portland 96-95 in December. Mavs are playing better right now and get the win. Take DALLAS!  

Milwaukee at Denver 9:05 ET

Bucks (+) over Nuggets- The Bucks may have the most 'exciting' player in the NBA in Giannis Antetokounmpo but they have fallen on difficult times losing four straight and nine of their last 10. Denver is also off losses in their last two games but have won the last six home meetings and are 37-8 all-time against Milwaukee including 4-12-1 ATS in Denver. So, why are the Nuggets favored by less then a bucket at home...Take the BUCKS! 

Minnesota at Detroit 7:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Pistons- The Timberwolves started to show so growth and maturity as they had won eight of 11 before getting wasted by the Cavaliers 125-97 Wednesday. Detroit ended a three-game losing streak with a 118-98 win over New Orleans and have already defeated the Wolves in Minnesota 117-90 in early December. The Timberwolves are 5-0 ATS in their last five games following a loss and are 5-1 ATS in their last six at Detroit. Take MINNESOTA! 

Gonzaga at Brigham Young 11:00 ET

Cougars (+) over Bulldogs- No. 1 Gonzaga has won a school record 22 straight and have won by an average margin of 23.8 points and have won by 30 or more eight times. BYU meanwhile is hosting a No.1 team for the first time in school history and are 12-1 at home. The Bulldogs lead the series 10-5, are 2-1 in Provo and are 7-1 ATS in their last eight road games while the Cougars are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 Thursday games. A tough spot for the Bulldogs as BYU will be ready. Take the COUGARS! 

Atlanta at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (-) over Hawks- Yeah, this is one game I'm looking forward to seeing. Dwight Howard after three seasons in Houston returns with Atlanta to face his former mates. It was well known that James Harden didn't like playing along side of Howard and the Rockets are much improved without him. The Hawks have won six straight in the series including a 112-97 home win the first week of the season. I expect a huge reversal here as the Rockets blast off with their high-powered attack. Take HOUSTON!

Michigan State at Nebraska 7:00 ET

Cornhuskers over Spartans- Nebraska snapped a five-game losing streak with a an upset win over Purdue last time out and looks to make it back to .500 with a win here, while Michigan State is off a win against rival Michigan but already has four Big Ten losses. The Spartans will be without their big man Gavin Schilling who is out for the season with a knee injury. The Cornhuskers Tai Webster is the only Big Ten player to score in double figures in every game to day. Take NEBRASKA! 

Milwaukee at Utah 9:00 ET

Jazz (-) over Bucks- Both clubs are in the mist of a down turn as the Bucks have dropped their last three games and eight of nine while Utah has lost three of their last four. Milwaukee has been a bummer for their backers going 19-28 ATS on the season. The Bucks have had their troubles with the Jazz going 5-22 ATS in their last 29 meetings and 3-13 ATS in the last 16 meetings in Utah. Take the JAZZ!

L.A. Clippers at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Clippers- The Clippers are in a funk that even Carmelo Anthony can bail them out of. They have lost four of their last five and are off a 144-98 beat down at the hands of Golden State while the Suns have lost their last four. Los Angeles won the two meetings so far this season by an average of 14.5 points but this time around will be without point guard Chris Paul. In a tough battle Phoenix gets it done. Take the SUNS!

Northwestern at Purdue 7:30 ET

Boilermakers (-) over Wildcats- Here comes Northwestern into West Lafayette with six straight wins and the best start (18-4) in school history. To find them a double-digit underdog is a telling tell. You see Purdue has won seven of the past 10 meetings and they are 39-5 lifetime at Mackey Area against the Wildcats. Despite their recent loss and inferior record Purdue is 11-4-1 ATS in Big Ten action and 8-1 ATS in their last nine at home. Lay-it...take PURDUE!

Indiana at Orlando 7:00 ET

Magic (+) over Pacers- The Pacers have won their last three contests while Orlando has last 11 of their last 14 games but have played two tough games back-to-back contests where they beat Houston and went into overtime before losing to Minnesota! Indiana has won both meetings which were played at home this season and this time Orlando will break through with a win here. Take the MAGIC!

Marquette at St. John's 7:00 ET

Red Storm (+) over Golden Eagles- The three-point shots should be hoisted at a record pace as Marquette is first in 3-point field goal percentage and last in 3-point defense in the Big East. The Golden Eagles knocked off then No.1 and undefeated Villanova last week and then when out and were beaten at home by Providence. Marquette has won three straight in the series and is 12-5 against the Storm since joining the Big East. St. Johns who is 6-4 at home has shown a big improvement since last season and get it done here tonight. Take ST. JOHNS! 

Georgia Tech at Clemson 7:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Yellow Jackets- Wow, is something up here? Georgia Tech has defeated three ranked teams this season and is 5-4 in ACC play while Clemson who is 2-6 in ACC and one less win then the Yellow Jackets and yet the Tigers are double-digit favorites. Tech has defeated the Tigers 75-63 already this season where they had a 40-29 rebounding advantage and I see a huge revenge turn-around here. Take CLEMSON!