Coastal Carolina at DePaul 8:00 ET

Blue Demons (-) over Chanticleers- Now, this is a first...yep the first time these two schools have ever played each other on the hardwood (not to say that they every played on the grin iron or anywhere else for that matter). Both these clubs were below .500 when tourney play started with one major difference and major is the key word. Major as in the difference in conferences from the Big-East to Sun Belt and DePaul who has been a doormat for years won the most games ever. Chanticleers are 2-5 ATS after scoring 100 points and they lite up West Virginia for 109. Not this time. Take BLUE DEMONS!

Creighton at TCU 9:00 ET

Blue Jays (+) over Horned Frogs- If we take a look at the way these two clubs finished the season we can see one is hot and the other is NOT. Creighton has made a late season rush going 7-1 ATS in their last eight while TCU has gone in the opposite direction going a meager 6-1 ATS in their last 16 games overall. The Hornes Frogs even struggled at home at 9-10 ATS although they are an amazing 11-0 ATS in their last 11 non-conference games. That ends tonight...take CREIGHTON!

Charleston Southern at Hampton 7:00 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Pirates- How about these two household names meeting in Hampton, Virginia where the Pirates are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games as hosts. So, that being said right off I'm wondering why the 'line' is so weak. Charleston Southern is 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games and 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games against the Big South. Tonight, I am 'listening' to the numbers. Take CHARLESTON SOUTHERN!

Wichita State at Indiana 7:00 ET

Hoosiers (-) over Shockers- Both these clubs have picked-up their pace in the later part of the season as the Shockers are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 and Indiana is 7-2 ATS in their last nine. The Hoosiers who had a nine-game losing streak this season are 5-1 ATS in their last six home games are up against a Wichita State team that 8-0 ATS on the road against teams with a winning record. In this spot it's INDIANA!

Norfolk State at Colorado 11:00 ET

Buffaloes (-) over Spartans- Norfolk State is coming off of the 'biggest basketball win in school history coming back from 10-points down in the second have to beat Alabama 80-79 in overtime. Colorado 7-1 ATS in their last eight at home (8-0 SU). I just don't think the Spartans (who I played baseball against in college) can be emotionally ready and after the first half when the are down 8-or-10 their legs and hearts will give out in the Colorado Mountain altitude. Lay it...run with the BUFFALOES!

Utah Valley at South Florida 7:30 ET

Wolverines (+) over Bulls- First off this seems like such a small 'number' between two schools from totally diverse conferences. As South Florida comes from a stronger pedigree and at home against a team whose nickname I would have to look up other then the fact that I saw them play against Hartford in Las Vegas on November 19 my buddy Jerry talked me into it because he's a Long Beach guy and they were playing Iona (NCAA bound) in the other game while UVU defeated the Hawks 72-65 (notice how I threw Hartford's nickname in). Anyway, this this line where it is and actually having seen Utah Valley. I could say that the Bulls are 0-6 ATS in their last six home games. So, I will say GO WOLVERINES!

Coastal Carolina at West Virginia 7:00 ET

Chanticleers (+) over Mountaineers- Okay, while we are at it how many of you knew that Coastal Carolina was know as the Chanticleers...alright, if you say so but what are Chanticleers. ( I had to google it) Anyway this has been a terribly disappoint season for West Virginia and I know that tough guy coach Bog Huggins will battle you with whatever he's got until the final buzzer. The Mountaineers give it a 'good old college try' in the Big-12 conference tourney wining two games before falling short like they way they will tonight. Take COASTAL CAROLINA!

Ohio State vs Houston 8:40 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Cougars- Sometimes teams that had potential and never lived up to it mesh together at season's end. Surly a season with 14 losses is well more than Ohio State had played for but a few wins as underdogs during the tournament puts in all in the distant past. Houston is a monster no question but there are concerns over the strength of schedule and the lack of big-game pressure. Note that they blew their conference championship for the second year in a row after winning the regular season title both seasons. The Cougars are 34-16-2 ATS in their last 52 games overall and the Buckeyes are 5-0 ATS in their last five games at neutral sites. Take OHIO STATE!

Oklahoma vs Virginia 7:45 ET

Cavaliers (-) over Sooners- Is Virginia doing it again...I mean okay, the Cavaliers recovered from their ACC Tourney loss and their opening round NCAA loss last season in the second half to defeat 16th seed Gardner Webb 71-56 Friday. Oklahoma meanwhile was out of character routing Mississippi 95 -72 and boy will they be surprised at how difficult it will be to score Sunday after approaching the 100-point mark last time out. I can tell you this...this may NOT end up my 'Highest-Rated' play of the day but it is the one that I like BEST! The Cavaliers are 43-19-1 ATS in their 63 games overall. POUND VIRGINIA!

Harvard at N.C. State 7:30 ET

Wolfpack (-) over Crimson- Whenever I play against an Ivy league school (ie Yale on Friday) I feel like I'm making a suckers bet. I can't help but feel the are over-valued and then I see a number like this. Harvard done 'us' good by winning at Georgetown but their play on Sundays makes me believe they are missing the books. The Crimson are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 Sunday games. Hey it's as good a reason as any, but this line is way big and I expect the margin to be at least 20 points. Take NC STATE!

Central Florida vs Duke 2:15 ET

Panthers (+) over Blue Devils- I know one thing, as far as I'm concerned Duke passes the eye test. Watching them is like viewing a different kind of animal. Really, I was impressed but they still managed to keep South Dakota State in the game as they have one glaring weakness that everyone is aware of (if it matters or not we will see) and that is their lack of a 3-point shooting game. Central Florida has the tallest player in the Tournament o UFC is 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games and 12-4 ATS out of conference. Duke is not only 1-4-1 ATS in their last six games overall they are also 1-8 ATS in their last nine games following a straight-up win. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Xavier at Texas 4:00 ET

Longhorns (-) over Musketeers- Say it ani't so...done make me give out this Longhorn team, not after the way they failed me in the Big-12 Tourney against Kansas. Perfect spot poor execution and even worse coaching. So, what happens they enter the NIT and become bullies and are heavy favorites against a team with a much better record. Xavier enters Austin 9-1 ATS in their last 10 overall including 4-0 ATS in their last four while this broken down Longhorn squad is 0-4 ATS in their last four and 2-5 SU in their last seven. So, so why, so why are they favored like this against a 'hot' team like this? I would say home cooking and friendly whistles will help. Take TEXAS!

Auburn vs Kansas 9:40 ET

Tigers () over Jayhawks- The 'Red-hot' Auburn Tigers have ripped off nine straight wins including capturing the SEC crown with a win over Tennessee. And that is probably why the lower seed No. 5 is favored over No. 4 seed Kansas. The Tigers are actually lucky to be here as their first round opponent New Mexico State succumbed to the tourney presser and blew numerous opportunities to win the game in the final seconds. The Jayhawks who fell short of winning their 15th straight Big-12 title have won 13 straight opening round games. The Tigers are hot and the line gives them the edge and I'll take it. Take AUBURN!

Villanova vs Purdue 8:40 ET

Boilermakers (-) over Wildcats- My first impression of this match-up was that they had the wrong team favored until I actually paid attention to the seedings. I hadn't realized that Purdue at 24-9 was a No. 3 seed while Villanova at 26-9 was seeded sixth. Now, honestly doesn't that seem a bit off and maybe it's not as the Big Ten is 6-0 in their first six games of the Tournament. Looking at the history here we can see that the Wildcats are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 meetings against the Big Ten and 14-3 ATS in their last 17 NCAA contests. Purdue is just 2-7 ATS in their last nine games against the Big East. So, why is Purdue getting all this respect. Villanova has been sputtering of late going just 4-6 ATS in their last 10 otherwise it looks too easy. Take PURDUE!

Baylor vs Gonzaga 7:10 ET

Bears (+) over Bulldogs- I have Gonzaga slated to make it to the Final-4 but 'we' are off of a Baylor Megabucks win over Syracuse Thursday so both side could be appealing. The Zags had a virtual walk-over defeating Fairleigh Dickinson by nearly 40-points in their first round opener. There really has been little action between these two schools but Gonzaga is 3-0 SU but the Bears are 2-1 ATS in those meetings. The Bulldogs are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 against the Big-12 but coming off of such a rout brings them down a notch here. Take BAYLOR!

Wofford vs Kentucky 2:40 ET

Terriers (+) over Wildcats- How, can a team whose nickname 'we' had to look-up to find Terriers be just a -5.5-point underdog against might Kentucky who taught another power Abilene Christian a thing or two. The Wildcats will be without the leading scorer and rebounder PJ Washington but they better look up because Wofford could be this year's Loyola-Chicago as they have won 21 in-a-row...that's 21! This certainly is a Samson and Goliath match-up so treat lightly...take WOFFORD!

Maryland vs L.S.U. 12:00 ET

Terrapins (+) over Tigers- Oh, how pissed I was with LSU after they let a 16-point half-time lead slip away for their 79-74 non-cover win over Yale on Thursday. Maryland had a non-cover win of their own over Belmont 79-77 but they never had a lead to blow and were trailing most of the contests. The Terrapins have played well against the SEC and are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 meetings and are 9-3 ATS after an ATS loss. LSU is 4-0 ATS in their last four against the Big Ten and are 6-2 ATS after an ATS loss. So, put all of this together we also see that Maryland is 1-7 ATS in their last eight NCAA Tournament games. The Tigers have shown little effects of losing their coach Will Wade but will fall short of the Sweet-16. Take MARYLAND!

Ohio State vs Iowa State 9:50 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Cyclones- It does seem a bit off that the Big-12 Conference Champion is just a No. 6 seed and it tells the true ranking of the conference. It has not been a stellar season for the Buckeyes who have struggled in NCAA action going 0-8 ATS in their last eight NCAA Tournament games. Iowa State has played well out of conference and is 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine. When you add that Ohio State is 1-7 ATS following an ATS win makes the Cyclones so attractive and that is not good for them. Take the BUCKEYES!

Washington vs Utah State 6:50 ET

Huskies (+) over Aggies- I really like Utah State and have had great success with them (see Megabucks over NV) and has been disappointed in Washington when I needed them. The Aggies have won their last 10 and are a small favorite over the Huskies who are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games overall. Washington looked as though they had a shot at the PAC-12 title but fell by the wayside down the stretch. A new life for the Huskies...take WASHINGTON!

Oregon vs Wisconsin 4:40 ET

Badgers (+) over Ducks- Whoa...how thing have changed in five days! Oregon swept through the PAC-12 Tournament and have won eight straight earning a No. 12 seed after a mediocre season while Wisconsin has been disappointing to 'me' personally closing the year 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 games overall. The Badgers are led by three-time first-team All-Big Ten center Ethan Happ who is a triple-double threat every time out. I just believe the Badgers are tougher and that the Ducks streak is over as they can continue to run...Take WISCONSIN!

UC Irvine vs Kansas State 2:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Anteaters- Jerry aside...The Anteaters are a betting favorite in Las Vegas and maybe for good reason as they are on a 16-game winning streak and are 20-13-1 ATS on the season. Maybe 30 outright wins on the court have something to do with it as well. Kansas State has been no slough this season after a great NCAA run last year they won 25 games and post a 19-13-1 ATS record. The Wildcats do it with defense allowing just 59.2 points per contest and that ranks 3rd Nationally. They have the experience and the pedigree in comparison...take KANSAS STATE!

Iowa vs Cincinnati 12:15 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Bearcats- There are some games you just have to wonder how the 'line' can be where it is as the Bookmakers know they will get heavy action on just one side. That is how I view this game between Iowa and Cincinnati. The Bearcats come off of a huge AAC Tournament Championship defeating Houston 69-57 holding the Cougars to 30% shooting. Iowa was going in the opposite direction as the season closed losing five of their last six. This is why I think this 'line' is not 'right' and it is not a mistake. Take IOWA! 

#9 Baylor vs #8 Syracuse 10:00 ET

Bears (+) over Orange- Both these clubs come limping into the Tournament and are off of what for each of them can be considered disappointing seasons. Syracuse has dropped five of their last seven going 2-5 ATS while Baylor has lost their last four and has just one 'cover' in their last 11 games going 1-8-2 ATS. The Orange have been 'hit' if not run over with late season turmoil and emotions, it's just something they will carry until the season ends Thursday night. The Bears are not big but they led the Big-12 in rebounding margin grabbing 6.3 more boards per game than their opponents. Take BAYLOR!

#11 St. Mary's vs #6 Villanova 7:20 ET

Wildcats (-) over Gaels- Let me tell you something for St. Mary's to defeat the defending National Champions they will need more than a 'Hail Mary' coming out of the West Coast Conference against the Big East Champions. Although the Gaels are 6-0 ATS in their last six versus the Big East they were never coming off of a Conference Championship where they defeated No. 1 Gonzaga. Villanova is 13-3 ATS in their last 16 NCAA tournament games while St. Mary's is 1-6-1 ATS after allowing less than 50-points in their previous game. Add that the Wildcats are 56-26 ATS after an ATS loss. Take VILLANOVA!

#15 Abilene Christian vs #2 Kentucky 7:10 ET

AC Wildcats (+) over Ky Wildcats- I'm sure most of the Kentucky Wildcats have no idea who Abilene Christian is or where they are from but I believe from the old westerns that John Wayne or Tom Holt ran some cattle through their territory. Can they play? We will find out for sure real soon but they are 7-3 ATS in non-conference games which means anyone not in the Southland Conference and 5-1 ATS in their last six overall. We know about Kentucky they are 19-9-2 ATS on neutral sites and they are also just 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall. Take ABILENE CHRISTIAN!

Murray State vs Marquette 4:30 ET

Golden Eagles (-) over Racers- Two of the nation's best 'little' guys will go at it in Hartford, CT when Markus Howard the nations No. 6 scorer leads Marquette against Murray State's No. 8 scorer Ja Morant. The Golden Eagles have lost five of their last six while the Racers come in winning 11 straight including the Ohio Valley Championship. Murray State who has risen in recent seasons is 7-2 ATS in non-conference games while Marquette is 4-0 ATS in non-conference games. You will see the difference between the Big East and Ohio Valley tonight. Take MARQUETTE!

#14 Yale vs #3 LSU 12:20 ET

Tigers over Bulldogs- I've been a huge supporter of the Yale Bulldogs this season but I still remember a quote from a friend who while we were attendance of an Ivy League game and had a losing wager said to me 'Never Bet on a team that you can play for.' Now, he was good and probably could have played for Yale but I don't believe that any of the Bulldogs starters would play for LSU. We are all aware the Tigers will be without their coach but the player in question is still on the court and leading his team. I will be very surprised if this one stays close...I know I can't play for LSU. Take the TIGERS!

Arizona State vs St. John's 9:10

Red Storm (+) over Sun Devils- Well, you can be sure there is no head-to-head action to compare this two as the PAC-12 and Big East are world apart in miles and style of play. For the second year in-a-row Bobby Hurley has his Sun Devils playing with the First Four in Dayton and are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games against the Big East. St. John's hasn't been much better against the PAC-12 going 1-5 in their last six meetings. The Red Storm haven't won a NCAA game since 2000 but are 8-3 ATS follow an ATS loss. Take ST. JOHN'S!

Butler at Nebraska 9:00 ET

Cornhuskers (-) over Bulldogs- Let me start by saying that both these clubs belong in the NIT as they both are nothing more than middle of the road plotters. This contest pits a pair of clubs that like most weak team play much better at home than on the road. Butler who is 1-5 ATS on their last six games overall are 9-23 ATS in their last 31 road games while Nebraska is 21-9-1 ATS in their last 31 home games. The number strongly favor the home team and so do I. Take NEBRASKA!

Toledo at Xavier 7:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Musketeers- Xavier closed the season in strong fashion going 8-1 ATS overall winning seven of their last nine outright. Toledo won their final five regular season games but fell to Northern Illinois in their conference playoffs. The Musketeers hold a 13-11 series lead over the Rockets who are 8-4 straight-up on the road while Xavier is 7-9-1 ATS as hosts. The Musketeers has taken a huge drop from last season when the were a NO. 1 seed in the NCAA and now a third seed in the NIT. Rockets won 25 games this season and can steal another one here. Take TOLEDO!

Arkansas at Providence 9:00 ET

Razorbacks (+) over Friars- This looks like trouble for the Razorbacks had their top play and All-SEC team selection desert the club like a rat as opposed to a pig to sign with an agent after their last to Florida in the SEC Tournament to enter the NBA draft. This from a player that was a part of a mid-season six game losing streak that he was a part of and most likely kept Arkansas out of the 'Big Dance.' Although the 'Backs' are 3-9 ATS against the Big East and are 3-8 ATS in their last eight overall they will have more unity without a greedy selfish team mate...take ARKANSAS!

Hofstra at N.C. State 7:00 ET

Wolfpack (-) over The Pride- Such an unlikely meetings between these two who for no other reason than the NIT would they play each other but play they will. Hofstra is off of a heartbreaking loss in the CAA championship rallying from a 16-point half-time deficit to tie and then fall by the wayside in the final moments. N.C. State suffered the most humiliating defeat of the season when they scored just 24 points in a home loss to Virginia Tech. After getting blown out at North Carolina in their next contest they closed on a 7-3 ATS run while Hofstra is 1-7 ATS in their last eight games overall. The Wolfpack are disappointed in failing to receive an invite to the Big Dance but, really how can you invite a team that scores just 24 points at home in today's era. They will be motivated and want to get to NYC. Take NORTH CAROLINA STATE!

St. Francis (PA) at Indiana 7:00 ET

Hoosiers (-) over Red Flash- Indiana who has lost 13 of their last 18 after a great start to the season (12-2) come limping into the NIT and opened as a 19.5-point favorite. This of course was bet down immediately because of the high stature of their opponent St. Francis better known as Red Flash and will might find out why real soon. The Hoosiers actually closed the regular season strong winning their last four while going 6-0 ATS in their last six overall before falling to Ohio State in the Big Ten tourney. The fact of the matter is the Red Flash will be 'Red-Faced' (Is that considered racist in our academia) after the way the Hoosiers vent on the court. They have to believe that this is their chance to atone for such a disappointing season. Take INDIANA!

Michigan vs Michigan State 3:30 ET

Wolverines (+) over Spartans- For those of you that have been with me (I thank you) you know that I really 'like' both these clubs and have both on again them as well. It was seven short days ago when these two closed the Big Ten season with the Spartans winning (For us) to sweep the regular season series. I assume that you know the numbers with State 22-8 last 30 overall and 16-6 ATS in their last 22 versus the Big Ten. Very impressive indeed and the Wolverines are equally as impressive 36-14-1 in the last 51 games against the Big Ten. So, take that...HA! Still, I have said all season long that I felt Michigan has Final Four talent and I still believe it. With huge revenge in mind the the WOLVERINES!

Cincinnati at Houston 3:15

Bearcats (+) over Cougars- These two are meeting for the AAC title for the second year in a row with Cincinnati winnings last season thriller 56-55 with Houston (+4) getting the money. This season it's the Cougars with a pair fo wins covering both and are 4-0 ATS in the past four meetings. The Bearcats are 27-6 SU but come staggering to the ATS finish line going 1-9 ATS in their last 10 outings. Houston has ben a solid play the past two seasons going 33-16-2 ATS overall while the Bearcats are tame on Sunday's going 21-47 ATS in their last 68 weekenders. The Cougars lost only twice in conference and defeated Cincinnati twice...this one should play close! Take CINCINNATI!

Auburn vs Tennessee 1:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Volunteers- Oh my, and here we go! Bruce Pearl appears with the Tigers looking to shock the Volunteers in the SEC Championship game, something few anticipated four days ago. But now, Auburn has won seven straight and eight of nine and they can do something they haven't done in 34 years. Personally, I am very pleased with Tennessee after their 82-78 Megabucks win over Kentucky yesterday and I would think that an emotional win like that has to wear on you. One's adrenalin and natural juices are pumping until it over comes you even long after the game is over. Hey, Tennessee hasn't won the SEC championship in 40-years themselves. Maybe that's the only real shot Auburn may have because they are 4-10 ATS in the last 14 meetings and the favorite is 18-6 ATS in the last 24 encounters. So, here's the thing, all that, is just going to make this winner that much sweeter! Take AUBURN!

Florida State vs Duke 8:30 ET

Blue Devils (-) over Seminoles- No. 5 Duke may be ranked No. 5 and not ranked higher because of the two weeks Zion Williamson had to take off because of some eight-year missed a stitch while working for Nike in China...but all is better now they hied an 11-year old to take his place. Florida State who has won six straight is coming off of a huge upset win defeating Virginia 69-59 while controlling the boards 35-20 early on Friday. The Seminoles are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings but have just one ACC title (2012) while the Blue Devils are seeking their 21 ACC title. Pedigree prevails...take DUKE

Iowa State vs Kansas 6:00 ET

Cyclones (+) over Jayhawks- These two split their two meetings this season each winning at home bit with the Cyclones getting the money last five meetings and 8-1 ATS in the last nine meetings. Kansas who has 11 Big-12 Conference titles is the only member with more than Iowa State's four titles. The Cyclone are a perfect 4-0 SU and ATS in their last conference championship games. Although Kansas is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games overall they get caught here. Take IOWA STATE!

Tennessee vs Kentucky 3:30 ET

Volunteers (+) over Wildcats- These two clubs have battled all year both finished 15-3 in SEC action second only to LSU. After a shaky start the Wildcats have won 17 of their last 19 with their only losses to Tennessee and LSU. Tennessee is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings and I expect a tough defensive game with the Volunteers getting it done. Take TENNESSEE!

Duke vs North Carolina 9:30 ET

Tar Heels (+) over Blue Devils- Well, this is the match-up we all really wanted to see regardless of Virginia's standing. It is said that one of the most difficult things in college basketball among the majors is for one quality team to defeat another three straight time in a single season. North Carolina has defeated the Blue Devils twice this year the first time of course when Zion Williamson went down 35-seconds into the contest and the final game of the season when the Tar Heels won 79-70 as Duke played without Williamson once again. I expect most of the action to come down on the Devils and it mat be a mistake. Take NORTH CAROLINA!

Iowa at Michigan 9:30 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Wolverines- Michigan who I believed six weeks ago could win it all has won eight straight Big Ten Tournament games and won the title in each of the past two seasons. Iowa on the other hand won their first tourney game in six years by downing Illinois 83-62 in the opening round. The win broke an eight game ATS losing streak and was their first 'cover' since February 7 at Indiana. Although the Wolves have been dominant in Big Ten action going a remarkable 37-16-1 ATS the Hawkeyes are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take IOWA!

Colorado vs Washington 9:00 ET

Buffaloes (+) over Huskies- Washington had the toughest defense in the PAC-12 this season allowing only 62.3 points and were led by senior defensive specialist Matisse Thybulle who led the nation with an incredible 3.56 steals per game. Colorado who is hot at the right time has won their last five overall going 4-1 ATS. The Huskies have swept the series in each of the last two seasons going 4-0 ATS in the process. But, with 'price' where it is I see the rampaging Buffaloes over running the Huskies. Take COLORADO!

Texas vs Kansas 9:00 ET

Longhorns (+) over Jayhawks- Kansas who failed to win the Big-12 regular season championship for the first time in 14 years is seeded third the lowest its been since 2003-04. Part of the issue four the Jayhawks this season is that they are playing four freshman for the first time under Bill Self with the other starter a junior transfer from Memphis (Dedric Lawson) who lead the conference in scoring and rebounding. Texas has had another mediocre season under Shaka Smart and is 61-59 in four years since arriving and the alumni pressure to win is starting to surface.The Longhorns who split the season series with the Jayhawks can win here as the near full-season absence of Kansas center Udoka Azubuike has been noticeable. Take TEXAS!

Georgetown vs Seton Hall 9:30 ET

Hoyas (+) over Pirates- Both these clubs have 12 losses and the team that loses here will most likely end up in the NIT with the winner's only chance for the Big Dance is to advance beyond this match-up. These guys split their season season both winning and covering at home with Seton Hall entering this game with consecutive wins over Marquette and Villanova while the Hoyas have won three of their last four. I don't believe the Pirates will be able to match their intensity of those wins closing the season against the Conference leaders. Take GEORGETOWN!

Alabama vs Mississippi 7:00 ET

Crimson Tide (+) over Rebels- The Tide have lost their last three and six of eight straight-up, while closing the season 1-7 ATS in their last eight overall. Alabama posted a 74-53 home win in their only meeting against Ole Miss this season and the Rebels have dropped three of their last four closing with a win over SEC doormat at Missouri 73-68. At 17-14 a disappointing season for the Tide without question but the ebb tide has finished receding and comes to play tonight. Take ALABAMA!

DePaul vs St. John's 9:30 ET

Blue Demons (+) over Red Storm- The moment I saw the New York papers declare that St. John's had done enough to get an invite to the 'Big Dance' I thought, they are in trouble here on out. They have proceeded to lose their final three games and are not a shoe-in with the bubble shrinking. In the often strange world of sports handicapping oddities occur and the fact that DePaul have won three-of-four against the Red Storm going 4-0 ATS. This is the first time these two have met in the Big East tournament and the Blue Demons enter with their most conference wins (7) in a dozen years and they are good enough here. Take DEPAUL!

Northwestern vs Illinois 9:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Illini- This sterling match-up has a pair of Big Ten bottom feeders with No. 14-seeded Northwestern playing No. 11-seeded Illinois who have dominated the Wildcats. The Illini are 8-0 ATS in the last eight meetings included three wins at the United Center. The Wildcats are also just 1-6-1 ATS in their last eights overall and I guess their best hope is the Illinois is 1-9 ATS in their last Wednesday games (really now). Anyway, the price here says that the Illini aren't going to just walk over the Wildcats. Take NORTHWESTERN!

Notre Dame vs. Louisville 7:00 ET

Fighting Irish (+) over Cardinals- Winning yesterday's 'Highest-Rated' Megabucks over Georgia Tech 78-71 Notre Dame ended a seven-game losing streak. Seeded No. 15 the Fighting Irish are now up against No. 7 seed Louisville who received a first round bye. These two faced each other once this season with the Cardinals winning 75-61 with a commanding 49-30 rebounding advantage. Louisville did not finish their ACC season well losing four of five with the lone win against the Irish. That changes again. Take NOTRE DAME!

Notre Dame vs Georgia Tech 2:30 ET

Fighting Irish over Yellow Jackets- If there ever as a 'Don't make sense' game this one qualifies. Let's look at the 'numbers.' The Irish enter losers of their last seven both SU and ATS and are 12-19 ATS on the season where as Georgia Tech is 19-12 ATS so that is one thing that makes me wonder why ND is favored, but the more startling fact is that they are 1-11-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings against the Yellow Jackets and still come up the favorite here. Add that the Irish are 6-13 ATS in their last overall. This is just not right to me...take NOTRE DAME!

Wisconsin at Ohio State 4:30 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Badgers- There are a number of factors that are sort of point counter-point surrounding this contest. To start with Ohio State is in desperate need of a win here as they according to experts are sitting on the NCAA bubble which of course gives them incentive. Their counter-point is that center Kaleb Wesson will be suspended for the third straight game because of disciplinary action imposed by the athletic department, not the basketball program (so who knows what that is about). This is the only regular season meetings between these two and Ohio State has won the last two. Getting points is a bonus ...Take the BUCKEYES!

S.M.U. At South Florida 4:00 ET

Mustangs (+) over Bulls- To start with this is a very short number for a team seeking it's 20th win of the season especially when playing a foe that has just 13 wins on the year. Along that vein we see that South Florida is 14-4 SU at home while SMU is just 2-7 on the road. But South Florida isn't playing their best ball right now as they are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games overall. That point spread free fall will continue here. Take SOUTHERN METHODIST!

Iowa at Nebraska 2:00 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Hawkeyes- There is a huge difference in the level of play between these two with Iowa of course having a much better club but they do have something in common. Both have been money burners for their backers as Iowa is 0-7 ATS in their last seven games overall and the Cornhuskers are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 overall. So, okay, where do we find the key to the winner?Let's look at head-to-head action first and see that the home team is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings but the key is their home and away records. The Huskers are 11-5 SU as hosts while Iowa is just 4-5 on the road and more importantly they allow only 63.6 points at home over 16 points less than on the road. Take NEBRASKA! 

Michigan at Michigan State 8:00 ET

Spartans (-) over Wolverines- I just love both of these programs and for good reason as they are both huge money makers for their backers. Michigan (who I personally love) is No. 7 as 26-4 SU while No. 11 Michigan State is 24-6. The Wolverines have won their last two and are an impressive 19-7 ARS on the road and Michigan State is just as impressive going 20-7 ATS in their last 27 games overall. They have both dominated in the Big Ten with the Wolves winning 37 of 52 and the Spartans 14-5 ATS. MSU despite nagging injuries are 7-2 ATS in their last nine at home and get the money here. Take MICHIGAN STATE!

Duke at North Carolina 6:00 ET

Blue Devils (+) over Tar Heels- Oh, what a good one this should be as No. 4 Duke visits No. 3 North Carolina in Chapel Hill. We should all remember the first matchup when the Tar Heels whipped Duke 88-72 as Zion Williamson's shoe exploded as some 11-year old in China didn't complete the Nike stitching properly. Without Williamson the Blue Devils are not as formidable but still are a beast when on the court as they are 18-7-1 ATS in the last 26 meetings overall against Carolina including 9-3-1 ATS as visitors in the series. Although Carolina is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 this one should come down to the final buzzer with the Blue Devils prevailing against the 'number.' Take DUKE!

St. John's at Xavier 5:00 ET

Red Storm (+) over Musketeers- After have a long playoff drought St. John's appeared to have an NCAA bid locked up after defeating Villanova and reaching 20 wins but they have dropped their last two and could fall to the NIT if they don't make a better showing in what left of their season. Eight days ago the Musketeers went onto Queens and defeated the Storm 84-73 in their own backyard and now turn-about-is-fair-play. Note that the underdog is 7-3-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings and will get the cash here. Play...ST. JOHNS!

Texas Tech at Iowa State 2:00 ET

Cyclones (+) over Red Raiders- I like this Texas Tech clubs as they play great defense both at home and on the road but we've had great success both on and against the number this season. The Red Raiders have won their last eight SU and yet are a meager favorite here and are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven in Iowa State and 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings overall. The Cyclones are a powerful 12-3 SU at home and will be getting some points here which they may not need as they lead the Big-12 in scoring, free throw percentage and field goal percentage. At home this gives Iowa State the advantage. Take the CYCLONES!

Tennessee at Auburn 12:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Volunteers- The 'numbers' behind the Volunteers are season are impressive indeed as they are worthy of their No. 4 ranking. At 27-3 straight-up Tennessee has proven their medal with a huge revenge win over Kentucky and a 17-8 ATS road record in their last 25 games away from Knoxville. Auburn at 21-9 is winning at a 70% clip and are 14-6 ATS in the last 20 meetings and yet have won just two of the last 13 meetings SU. The 'price' of this contest is way to short and the oddsmakers are looking for a Tigers upset and so am I...Take AUBURN!

Southern California at Utah 10:00 ET

Trojans (+) over Utes- These two plotters still have a chance for a first-round bye as only Washington and Arizona State clinch the No. 1 and 2 spots. Utah has already taken down the Trojans 77-70 in Los Angeles as a 6.5- point underdog. USC has dropped their last two and is 2-5 both SU and ATS in their last seven outings. The Trojans have had their issues on the road 2-7 ATS and against the Utes 2-9 ATS in the last 11 meetings. But Utah isn't the same as pervious squads and have dropped 3-of-4 both SU and ATS and are just 4-9 ATS in their last 13 home games. Take USC!

Indiana at Illinois 8:00 ET

Illini over Hoosiers- Indiana appears to have turned their season around after losing 10 of 11 and have wins over Michigan State (twice the season) and Wisconsin and have already defeated the Illini as well. But, the Hoosiers problems aren't done as they are just 2-9 SU on the road while Illinois has nine of their overall 11 wins at home. This contest in a matter of time and space and the space is in Champaign and the time id now for the Illini. Take ILLINOIS!

Temple at Connecticut 7:00 ET

Huskies over Owls- Upon looking at this game for the first time I was taken back by the fact that the Huskies at 14-15 and 5-11 in AAC play is the favorite here. Temple has won 4-of-5 and have already posted an 81-63 victory over Connecticut as a 3.5-point favorite. UConn is 4-2 ATS in the last six meetings and are 8-3 ATS overall in their last 11 games. The Huskies despite this average record are 13-4 SU at home and that is about all they will have to do here is win the game. The Huskies had dropped six straight before a win over USF 60-58 as a 3.5-point favorite. This time they get there...Take CONNECTICUT!

Fresno State at San Diego State 10:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Aztecs- As I have said numerous times before San Diego State are the 'darlings' of the public and it look like the oddsmakers are give them a chance to lay a small price at home. To me it seems to be a 'come-get-me' suckers bet. Both these clubs have been money machines in this situation as the Aztecs are 14-2 SU and a fine 11-4 ATS at home while Fresno State is 10-1-1 ATS on the road. In head-to head action Fresno State is 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings overall and the underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take FRENSO STATE!

Clemson at Notre Dame 9:00 ET

Fighting Irish (+) over Tigers- Having used Clemson as my 'Highest-Rated' Megabucks winner against North Carolina last time out as their valiant effort fell short 81-79 but we did get the ATS win! After blowing a game like that where they had a late lead the Tigers may be a bit disheartened and have difficulty taking the Irish seriously. After all Notre Dame has lost their last five and eight of 10. But, they are 4-1-1 ATS over the Tigers as hosts in the last six meetings at Notre Dame. With a letdown out of Clemson expected we've take NOTRE DAME!

L.S.U. at Florida 7:00 ET

Gators (+) over Tigers- Here we go again, trying to beat this LSU team that has been a thorn in 'our' side. But, I can't stop playing the winners here as the No. 10 Tigers are a virtual pick-em against a flawed Florida team. Here's the rub in this one, LSU is 8-1 ATS in their last nine road games and Florida is 0-8 ATS in their last eight home games and I can add that the Tigers are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games overall. The Gators are off of a 61-55 loss to Georgia ad an 11-point favorite and now they are favored over the Tigers. It does not make sense. But, there is a sliver lining as the Gators are 3-1 ATS in their last four meetings as hosts. Take FLORIDA!

Mississippi State at Tennessee 9:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Volunteers- Although Tennessee is No. 4 and ready to set a school record for wins in a season they are just 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall with the lone ATS win coming against Kentucky in a huge revenge games. Mississippi State meanwhile in trending in the opposite direction winning five straight before and they are 5-1 ATS in their last six overall before a loss at Auburn Saturday. The Volunteers are undefeated 17-0 at home but have a losing home record ATS at 7-8-1. With the Vols off of a huge win and the Bulldogs off of a disappoint loss I expect each to move to the center with MISSISSIPPI STATE getting the money. Take the BULLDOGS!

Kentucky at Mississippi 9:00 ET

Rebels (+) over Wildcats- Okay I'll start by saying how Kentucky has dominated this series going 106-13 SU over the years and have won the last nine meetings by an average 14.8 points. Although the Wildcats are off of a crushing loss to Tennessee Saturday they are still 10-4 ATS in their lat 14 overall and 6-1 ATS in their last seven against Mississippi. But, buyer beware as the Rebels are 22-8 ATS in their last 30 games overall and get the money here. Take MISSISSIPPI!

Kansas at Oklahoma 9:00 ET

Sooners (+) over Jayhawks- My first thoughts when analyzing the Jayhawks is that they are just not the same quality as pervious seasons. After losing their big man early in the year they haven't fully recovered as their 13-16 overall ATS record would indicate as they are just 3-7 ATS in true road games and 5-9 ATS in all game outside of Lawerence. Oklahoma has two games left before the Big-12 tourney to impress the NCAA Big Dance selection committee. The Sooners are just 3-19 overall against Kansas in the last 22 meetings but have been great ATS 18-8-3 ATS this season and 6-2 ATS as home dogs. Take OKLAHOMA!

Texas at Texas Tech 9:00 ET

Red Raiders (-) over Longhorns- No. 11 Texas Tech has won six straight and the last three in this series. Texas under guru Shaka Smart have been disappointing but are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games and 4-0 ATS in their last four road games as well. But, the Red Raiders defense has them 6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall. With the Raiders allowing just 58.4 points per contest and keep opponents shooting 36.7%. The leading rebounder for Texas averages just 7.6 per contest and that won't cut it tonight. Take TEXAS TECH!

Kansas State at TCU 9:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Wildcats- Well although I was 2-1 with 'our' Top-3 NCAA Best Bets on Saturday, I actually blew it by using the Horned Frogs 'on top' and was blown out by Texas Tech. Now, they get to host No.15 Kansas State who they have struggled against the last five seasons. Kansas State has 'covered' the last two meetings and six of the last eight and is 10-2-1 ATS in their last 13 contests in the Big-12. Although TCU is 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall they are 6-2 ATS at home against teams with winning road records and the home team is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. With the 'line' under a 3-point bucket the Wildcats become a 'suckers' bet. Take TCU!

Virginia at Syracuse 7:00 ET

Orange (+) over Cavaliers- No. 2 Virginia invades the Carrier Dome in Syracuse where the Orange are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games. Both these well coached teams have been money makers as they have delivered ATS wins. Virginia who plays the best defense in the country is Cavaliers are 41-16-1 ATS in their last 58 contests and are 37-14-1 ATS on the road (Amazing). But the Orange can and will stand up to that as they play their own brand of tough defense and are 13-5 ATS in their lats 18 games overall and 7-3 ATS in their last 10 at home. Take SYRACUSE!

Washington at Stanford 4:00 ET

Cardinal (+) over Huskies- No. 25 Washington is off of a shocking loss at California to after having won 8-of-9 both SU and ATS and are 12-3-1 ATS in Pac-12 play. Stanford who is hoping for an NIT bid has won six of the last nine meetings with the Huskies as the home team is 5-1 ATS in the last six. The Cardinal are 10-2 SU at home and are off of their largest win of the season over Washington State 90-58. Stanford has won six of their last eight and will get another win here. Take STANFORD!

Michigan at Maryland 3:45 ET

Terrapins (+) over Wolverines- With a victory today Michigan would set a school record for wins with 26 in a single season as they are off of their biggest win margin of the year defeating Nebraska 82-53. The Wolverines have already defeated the Terrapins two weeks ago 65-52 at home and now face a young Maryland squad that is eager for revenge. On the opposite side the Terps are off of their worst loss of the year to Penn State and will be ready for the Wolves here. Maryland is 14-2 SU at home and 8-1 ATS after an ATS loss in their last nine outings. Take the TERRAPINS!

St. John's at DePaul 12:00 ET

Blue Demons (+) over Red Storm- Okay, according to reports the Red Storm believe that they have already done enough to receive a bid to the 'Big Dance' before the conference tournament has even started. The though here is that St. John's who lost the first meetings between these two at home 79-71. Many will think that the Storm will seek revenge for that loss but their heads are not on right at this time. Add that DePaul is 8-3-1 ATS in the last 12 meetings and the underdog is 9-3-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings. Take the BLUE DEMONS!

Boise State at UNLV 10:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Rebels- They have got to be kidding...I mean this Boise State team is 11-17 straight up and 3-8 SU on the road. So, how are they such a small underdog in Las Vegas. Well, the point here is that UNLV has major issues with their program and personnel. The Broncos have lost their last four SU while the Rebels are 6-9 ATS as hosts and just 3-7 ATS overall. Look it is very difficult making a case for the Broncos other than the Rebels are really not very good and have a weak head coach. Somehow it's BOSIE STATE!

Nevada at Utah State 8:30 ET

Aggies (+) over Wold Pack- No. 13 Nevada has picked up the slack left by their southern rival UNLV (who the swept this season) and are an impressive 26-2 SU on the season. Unheralded Utah State is getting no respect and trail the Wolf Pack by just a half game in the MWC and are a dominating 19-5 all time at home against Nevada including 6-1 ATS in their last seven trips as hosts to the Pack. Although Nevada is 8-2 straight-up in true road games they are in for a long night here. Take UTAH STATE!

North Carolina at Clemson 6:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Tar Heels- North Carolina has risen to No. 5 in the polls as they have won four straight since their loss to Virginia but have won 12 of their last 13 straight-up and are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games. Continuing with the Heels the favorite is 9-3-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings. So with these 'numbers' I am surprised NC is such a meager favorite. Clemson is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games and are 12-3 straight-up as hosts. The Tigers defense (63.8) is third in the ACC while the Heels offense is number one. Still, this 'price' is way too low...take CLEMSON!

Texas Tech at TCU 4:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Red Raiders- No. 11 Texas Tech (Yep that's right) invades Fort Worth with a tough defense and five straight wins by an average of 25 points. TCU started 15-4 and four and then lost five of seven before 'our' Megabucks win over Iowa State last Saturday and then they dropped an overtime battle to lowly West Virginia. The Horned Frogs are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 home games although the Red Raiders are 8-1 ATS in their last five at TCU the 'price' gives this one away. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!

L.S.U. at Alabama 12:00 ET

Crimson Tide (+) over Tigers- No. 14 LSU in a bit of a surprise lead the SEC (13-2) and posted a pair of wins against Tennessee and Texas A&M without their leading scorer Tremont Waters who will return today. The Tigers have been outstanding on the road going 7-1 ATS in their last eight while Alabama is 10-3 straight-up at home. As a matter of fact the home team is 14-6-1 ATS the last 21 meetings. Although the favorite is 15-5-1 ATS the Tide have enough to get it done here. Take ALABAMA!

Arizona State at Oregon 11:00ET

Sun Devils (+) over Ducks- Oregon expected so much more this season but the loss of 7-3 Bol Bol has derailed their season as they have lost their last three. Arizona State is having their best PAC-12 season in a decade and although they have struggled on the road 5-12-2 ATS in their last 19 on the road they are 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 visits to Eugene. Oregon is 1-5 ATS in their last six in conference play and with the road team 7-3-2 ATS the Devils are the side. Take ARIZONA STATE!

Southern California at UCLA 9:00 ET

Trojans (+) over Bruins- These two PAC-12 cross-town rivals are having disappointing seasons but can gain some bragging rights (at least in Los Angeles) with a win here. USC has already taken the Bruins down at home six weeks ago winning 80-67 (-2) as the host club is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. USC has struggled on the road of late (2-6 ATS) but UCLA is 8-20 ATS against teams with winning records. The Bruins program has been in turmoil since the Ball brothers arrival and the departure of coach Steve Alford in mid-Season. Take USC!

Nebraska at Michigan 7:00 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Wolverines- My question here is just how far has Michigan fallen and I am not necessarily referring to their record but their quality of play. But their play has been far better than that of the Cornhuskers who are 2-9 SU and ATS in their last 11 games overall but are coming off of their best game in a month in a 75-72 loss to Purdue. The Wolverines are 16-1 SU at home but just 8-9 ATS while Nebraska is 0-4 in their last four road games the road team is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take NEBRASKA!

Tennessee at Mississippi 7:00 ET

Rebels (+) over Volunteers- Tennessee was dropped from the top spot in the polls after losing twice in their last three outings and now sits at No. 7 entering Oxford to take on Mississippi. Both clubs have had great ATS runs as the Volunteers are 17-7 ATS in their last 24 road games and the Rebels are 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games overall. Tennessee who is 0-4 ATS in their last four has won the last three in this series and is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Mississippi is 1-4 ATS in their last five at home but have defeated the Vols six of eight times as hosts. The beat goes on...take MISSISSIPPI!

Central Florida at South Florida 7:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Knights- Central Florida has dominated this series winning the last seven meetings both straight-up and ATS and are looking for their fourth straight season sweep of the Bulls. South Florida who is a respectable 18-9 on the season are 0-4 ATS in their last four outings while Central Florida is 5-0 ATS in their last five overall. South Florida is 14-3 SU at home and Central Florida is just 3-4 SU in true road games and this time around the 'numbers' even out. Take SOUTH FLORIDA!

Maryland at Penn State 6:30 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Terrapins- No. 20 Maryland enters Nittany Valley with four wins in their last five and will be facing Penn State for the second time this season and already have a win (-6.5) 66-59 over the Lions in December. Penn State started 0-9 in Big Ten action but have rebounded at least against the number' and are 5-0-1 ATS in their last six overall. Underdog is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings but the Terrapins are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 road games. But, State is 9-3 ATS at home in their last 12 against teams with winning records. So...it's PENN STATE!

San Diego State at Utah State 9:30 ET

Aggies (-) over Aztecs- San Diego State has always been the bettor's darlings in the Mountain West Conference and they are once again getting 'heavy' public support as usual in this game as well. The Aztecs have won five in-a-row but have had their issues on the road where they are 4-5 SU while Utah State is 12-1 straight-up and 8-4 as hosts. San Diego State has been out-scored by an average 3-points per games on the road while the Aggies have outscored opponents by 21-points per game at home. Take UTAH STATE!

Wisconsin at Indiana 9:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Badgers- This has been (even at 13-14) the worst Indiana basketball that I can remember ever seeing as they have lost 12 of their last 13 after a 12-2 start. Wisconsin has had struggles of their own as they are the least impressive ranked team that I have seen this season. The Badgers have won the last five meetings going 4-1 ATS and are 16-5 ATS in the last 21 meetings including 8-1 ATS at Indiana. Indiana has been so bad ATS going 3-10 ATS in their last 13 overall while Wisconsin is 13-4-1 ATS in their last eighteen road games. Still, most of this damage was done against the Hoosiers when they were a favorite and this year's edition lines are reversed. Take INDIANA!

Duke at Virginia Tech 7:00 ET

Hokies (+) over Blue Devils- The Blue Devils lost three things this past week. They had a terrible loss to North Carolina, they lost Zion Williamson and they lost their No. 1 ranking. Now, No. 2 Duke is still the only NCAA school that is still undefeated (7-0) in true road games. No. 19 Virginia Tech defeated the Blue Devils 64-63 at home in their last meeting and are 6-4 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Without Zion, Duke was able to rebound with a 75-65 win at Syracuse on Saturday. The Hokies are 12-2 SU at home and play the kind of defense that will keep this one close enough to win at the end. Take VIRGINIA TECH!

Oklahoma at Iowa State 8:00 ET

Cyclones (-) over Sooners- A match-up between a pair of Big-12 clubs that are struggling and are out of sync right now. Although Oklahoma has won their last two but they had dropped their previous five games and are just 5-9 in conference play. Despite these weak numbers the Sooners are actually 8-1-3 ATS in their last 12 road games and 17-7-3 ATS in their last 27 games overall. Iowa State ranked No. 20 has dropped their last two and three of four but have already defeated the Sooners 75-74 in Austin three weeks ago. The key factor for me is that Iowa State is 8-2 ATS over Oklahoma in the last 10 meetings. Take IOWA STATE!

Michigan State at Michigan 3:45 ET

Spartans (+) over Wolverines- Upon further review I have revised my initial thoughts on just how good Michigan actually is. The Wolves have won their last 22 home games and have taken the past three against the Spartans but State has some support with trends. To start with Michigan State who has won their last four games after a 3-game skid is 12-4 ATS in their last 16 against the Big Ten and they are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games and the road team is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take the SPARTANS!

Cincinnati at Connecticut 2:00 ET

Huskies (+) over Bearcats- Cincinnati who started the season so well have moved back to the pack (slightly) as they have gone 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall. Connecticut who is in the rebuilding process are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games. These two met the second week of January in Cincinnati and the Bearcats squeaked out a 74-72 overtime win that showed the Huskies that they could play along side this team. Take CONNECTICUT!

Villanova at Xavier 1:30 ET

Musketeers (+) over Wildcats- Villanova has dominated this series winning 11 of the last 12 ATS including the last four with the favorite covering 12 of the last 13. But, the Wildcats are just 5-5 straight-up in true road games this season while Xavier is 10-5 straight-up at home. Villanova plays four of their next five on the road and they are just not as powerful up front and lack the depth of last year's squad. With four players in double figures the Musketeers can keep this one close enough. Take XAVIER!

Florida State at North Carolina 3:45 ET

Seminoles (+) over Tar Heels- Carolina of course if off of their 88-72 victory at Duke where they were in command from start to finished (especially after the 19:34 mark of the first period). Florida State has been no pushover winning their last eight straight-up. The trouble is FSU 1-6-1 ATS in the last eight meetings while the Tar Heels are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games overall. Take NORTH CAROLINA!

Iowa State at Texas Christian 2:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Cyclones- Both these clubs have gone south of late with TCU on a 3-game losing streak and a 1-6 ATS slide. Iowa State came up with a big win against Kansas State last Saturday but are 1-4 ATS in their last five. The Horned Frogs have won the last three meetings including a 92-83 win in Ames as a 10-point dog two weeks ago. TCU is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 home games and with them being such a short dog here against a ranked team I think they do it again. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!

Auburn at Kentucky 1:30 ET

Tigers and Wildcats- Auburn who has been a huge point spread disappointment this season but took out all their frustrations on Arkansas last time out going wire-to-wire in a 79-56 rout where they stepped out to a 22-1 lead. Tigers 2-6 ATS on the road while Kentucky is 9-2 ATS in their last 11 at home and playing as good as anyone one in the country. The Wildcats are 47-2 lifetime in Lexington over the Tigers and already defeated the them 82-80 at Auburn four weeks ago. Tigers bite and get revenge here. Take AUBURN!

Virginia at Louisville 12:00 ET

Cardinals (+) over Cavaliers- Every season it seems like the same story as Virginia opens the season and is way ahead of everyone on defense and builds up a great record. Then when the big games come they do well but it never seems like they do well enough to get over the hump. They lost their two biggest games of the year this season both to Duke. After blowing a 23-point lead against Duke Louisville has now dropped three of four including a 69-49 loss at Syracuse with their lowest scoring output of the season. Virginia is an amazing 21-6 ATS in their last 27 road games but the Cardinals are in need. Take LOUISVILLE!

Tennessee at Louisiana State 12:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Volunteers- This should be a good one as the No. 5 Vols rebounded well from their crushing loss at Kentucky Saturday and now its the Tigers' chance to rebound off of a loss. Florida defeated LSU on overtime Wednesday Good teams like these two usually have fine ATS records and both have proved profitable as Tennessee is 6-2 ATS on the road and in their last eight games as well and LSU in 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games overall. In head-to-head meetings the Vols are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 and the underdog is 12-4 ATS in the last 16. Tigers claw and rebound their way back from their loss to Florida. Take LOUISIANA STATE!

Indiana at Iowa 9:15 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Hawkeyes- Oh how the mighty have fallen...Indiana was 12-2 and undefeated in Big Ten (3-0) action and had visions of their then it all happened. The Hoosiers have lost 12 of their n last 13 including their last four in-a-row and now their conference dreams of glory has waned. Iowa on the other side dropped a 66-65 decision to Maryland (Megabucks winner) last time out but had won their previous four. The No. 19 Hawkeyes may be 13-3 SU as hosts but are just 6-10 ATS. Indiana has defeated Iowa four of the last five meetings and the underdog is 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take the HOOSIERS!

Oregon State at UCLA 11:00 ET

Bruins over Beavers- There are numbers (trends) that may affect Oregon State as they just completed a sweep of intra-state rival Oregon for the first time in nine years. I'm sure that the Beavers are ecstatic about their wins over the Ducks but now face a Bruins team that they have already defeated at home (79-66) not completed a sweep of UCLA in 31 years. A a matter of fact they have lost 13 of the last 14 at Pauley Pavillon. The Bruins are 10-5 SU at home and get another victory here. Take UCLA!

Butler at Marquette 9:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Golden Eagles- No. 10 Marquette has shocked the Big East with their overall play and 10-2 conference record. The Warriors (I mean the Golden Eagles) are reminding people of their glory days under Al McGuire as 5-foot-11 Markus Howard has scored 30 or more points in four of his is 2-7 ATS in the last nine meetings. But otherwise the trends support Marquette who is 12-4 ATS in their last 16 games and the Bulldogs have struggled on the road going 9-19 ATS. The Eagles last played eight days ago and may have a little rust here. The line is too inviting to lay. Take BUTLER!

North Carolina at Duke 9:00 ET

Blue Devils (-) over Tar Heels- #1 Duke has won their last nine while #9 North Carolina has won 8-of-9 and is 6-2 ATS in last eight games overall and 15-6 ATS in the last 21 meetings. But the Blue Devils are 5-3-1 in the last nine meetings. The road team has played well as they are 17-7-1 ATS in the last 25 meetings. Those are some very impressive trends. These are the two top scoring teams in the ACC with the Heels at 87.5 and the Devils at 88.4 at home. Carolina 8-1 SU in true road games and 6-0 ATS in ACC action while Duke is 13-1 SU at home and 8-6 ATS. This 'price' is extremely high and I believe for good reason. Take DUKE!

Villanova at Georgetown 6:30 ET

Hoyas (+) over Wildcats- Defending NCAA Champion No. 17 Villanova has already lost six games this season as they try and recover from blowing an early (29-10) 19-point lead falling to St. John's. The Wildcats are still a dominate force in the Big East as they are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 conference games and 35-16 ATS in their last 51 games while the Hoyas have been terrible at home ATS going 10-5 SU but a miserable 4-10-1 ATS as hosts. But, the home teams are 10-4 ATS in the last 14 meetings. Look for Georgetown to rebound from their 90-75 loss to Seton Hall and get the money here. Take GEORGETOWN!