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MONTANA ST +6

This is a Syndicate Move. 

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AUBURN -13.5

This is a money play, and we like Auburn by 17 points or more.

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PROVIDENCE +8.5

Amid a big week of news for the Texas basketball program, a win over a quality opponent like the Providence Friars would really put an exclamation point with Big 12 play just around the corner. At this point, Providence and the UT-Arlington Mavericks are the only two opponents left for Texas basketball before Big 12 play starts on Jan. 2 against the Kansas State Wildcats on the road.

All that Texas basketball needs to do to extend its winning streak to three games is capitalize on the momentum gained from its last victory. Providence is coming off two games where it faced sub-par competition, thus Texas basketball should be able to come out of the gates faster to take an early lead.

Texas basketball is coming off a dominant and impressive showing in a 98-60 home win over the Grand Canyon Antelopes. Meanwhile, Providence is coming off a 73-43 home win over UAlbany on Dec. 18 which extended its winning streak to two games.

I like Providence to be in range! 

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FURMAN +9

This game will be close. 9 points is a lot when you have a team that has a strong front 5. Like this game to be within 4 points.

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SOUTHERN MISS

I like Southern Miss to pull the victory by 4 points or more.

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IOWA -23.5

This is a syndicate game. I like the move here. We have this game by 28 points or more.

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BUFFALO +3.5

The Syndicate love this game for the outright win. I will take the points here.

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FLORIDA -16

This is a Syndicate Move. We like Florida by 22 points or more.

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KANSAS -22.5

This is a Syndicate Move. We like Kansas by 26 points or more.

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COLORADO ST -3

This is a Syndicate Play.

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INDIANA +1.5

This seasons Indiana team is much better than last years team (shocking news, I know). While they are young, they will handle their recent success better than they did earlier in the season, and that they will play well at Bankers Life. Also, it’s hard to believe that Jordan Tucker won’t have to go through some form of adjustment period before he starts playing to his full potential.

I’m expecting another close game, and Indiana has been great in close games lately, so I think the Hoosiers will get their fifth KenPom top 50 victory

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CREIGHTON +8

Creighton showed that they can hang with the best teams in the nation as they had Gonzaga behind the eight ball in the second half before the Bulldogs rallied. Nebraska was on a roll but couldn’t make things work against Minnesota late in the game. The Bluejays have had Nebraska’s number in recent years. The Cornhuskers are at home and they have a stellar defense. Still, Creighton’s experience and their talented rotation is enough to keep them in it: take the points and the Bluejays in this contest.

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USC +2

I like the Trojans a lot here. They’ve covered 11 of their last 13 neutral site games, and have covered nine of their last 11 times they’re coming off a straight up loss. I think that their size will pose serious problems for TCU’s undersized and inexperienced frontcourt, and USC will get this done in their hometown. I’d take some moneyline as well as the points here.

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SAN DIEGO +6

San Diego is playing really good ball! I like the upset here and you need to follow the money.

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QUINNIPIAC +3

Quninnipiac can limit opponents to just 69 points per game, while Darthmouth limits opponents to just 79. I have Quinnipiac by 4 points or more.

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DAYTON -14.5

Dayton started the season 3-0 before the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament which saw them face Butler, No.4 Virginia, Oklahoma and No.25 Mississippi State. They managed to beat Butler 69-64, but lost the final three by an average of 8 points per game–so they were well-contested battles.

Jalen Crutcher was Dayton’s top performer at the Battle 4 Atlantis, reaching double figures all three games, and averaging 15.0 points and 5.2 assists per contest.  He scored 20 in the Butler win, and has 72 points in his last five games.  He scored 18 in the first two games of the season.  He has made 16-of-33 three-point field goals (48 percent) after missing his first six three-pointers of the season.

Josh Cunningham is another Flyer to watch tonight. After missing the first two games of the season, he leads the team in scoring (13.8 ppg). He was selected to the 2018 Atlantic 10 Preseason All-Conference First Team after leading Dayton in scoring (15.6), rebounding (8.4) and FG percentage (65 percent) last year.

Dayton pulls the money win by 18 points or more.

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INDIANA +2.5

The Nittany Lions have been tested in the early going, but they have not played as well once the schedule got a bit tougher. Their offense has struggled as they have put up just 60 ppg over their last three games and the Hoosiers have played some very good defense in the early going this year. Penn State will not have enough offense to grab the win in this one. .

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RUTGERS +12

The Scarlet Knights snapped the streak with a 64-60 win, and sent the Badgers on another losing slide--they dropped seven of their next eight conference games. I will take the points here since I like #25 of Rutgers!

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IOWA ST -21.5

The Cyclones adjusted offensive efficiency is ranked 16th and their adjusted defensive efficiency is ranked 20th according to kenpom. The three impact players for the Cyclones have been Marial Shayok, Michael Jacobson, and Talen Horton-Tucker.

Shayok transferred from Virginia for his senior season. Shayok is a talented scorer and defender, but what might be most important is his leadership. Shayok averages 19.3 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game.

Jacobson, a transfer from Nebraska is a great rebounder who can also stretch the defense with his three-point shot. He is currently averaging 17.0 points and 7.7 rebounds.

Horton-Tucker is a freshman who can guard anyone on the defensive side of the ball and can also be a go-to scorer. He is currently averaging 14.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists.

The Clones by 26 points or more.

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PITT -15.5

Pittssburg Panthers (7-1) vs Niagara Purple Eagles (2-4) in the NCAAB . Pittsburg Panthers comes after a nice victory on friday against city rivals Duquesne 74-53, Trey McGowens was the leader of the team with 14 points. Pittsburg in the last 10 matches have 9-1 against the speard, I hope that this raiting will be 10-1 after this game against Purple Eagles. Niagara comes after 2 consecutive losses, I think they will be knocked out by Pittsburg Panthers, a team with better shooting statistics in this season start.

Pitt by 20 points or more

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NORTH CAROLINA +3.5

 Coby White was named to the Las Vegas Invitational All-Tournament team after averaging 26 points, including a team-high 19 in the win against UCLA. Luke Maye added 16 points and eight assists while Kenny Williams scored a season-high 15 points, as five players finished in double figures for the Tar Heels. White was also named the ACC Freshman of the Week after averaging 22.6 points and four assists against Saint Francis, Texas and UCLA while point guard Seventh Woods is set to return to the lineup after missing the previous two games with a concussion.

North Carolina by 4 points or more.

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GEORGIA TECH +8

Northwestern in an interesting team to watch this season. They have a veteran roster that has plenty of talent and length on defense, but this is a unit (outside of Law and Pardon) that is not really familiar with one another. According to KenPom, the Wildcats rank 189th in the NCAA in terms of minutes continuity from last season, so they might need some time before they really start to jell. While this doesn’t qualify as a Quadrant Two game, the Yellow Jackets are still a very tough opponent and I’m leaning towards them covering the number on the road in Illinois on Wednesday evening.

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FLORIDA ST -3.5

It was a long trip back to Tallahassee for Florida State.

If anything, Sunday’s loss to Villanova should light a fire under them on Wednesday, when hosting another ranked opponent in Purdue. This will be a significant step up in competition for the Boilermakers after beating Robert Morris, while the Seminoles have fallen into a habit of playing top teams. They beat LSU, lost to Villanova and now, they’ll be playing a Purdue team that failed its only true test on the road against Virginia Tech.

Florida State has an absolute monster down low in Christ Koumadje—a 7-foot-4 enforcer at center. His presence, along with Forrest and Mann, will make for a long night for Purdue players hoping to drive to the basket. However, Purdue has shown they aren’t afraid to abandon the close-range offense and start launching three-pointers. They have attempted 30-plus three-pointers in five of their six games.

Living and dying by the three-point shot nearly cost them against Ball State at home, and it will ultimately lead to their undoing on the road against the Seminoles.

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DUKE -15

This is a money play! Duke will out run and out shoot Indiana! This is a Syndicate Play!

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ILLINOIS +7.5

Illinois is a good team with a tough schedule! This game will be within 4 points.

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SETON HALL +5

This is a great move for Seton Hall! I like Seton Hall to pull the upset here.

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MASS +14

This is a syndicate move. This game will be decided  within 10 points or less.

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TEXAS ST -8.5

This is a syndicate move. Don't be surprised if Texas St. pulls the upset here.

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UCLA +7

The Spartans and Bruins get into an up-and-down game, which begins to wear on UCLA and benefit the quicker Spartans. Winston plays a floor-general type of game, attacking the basket to set up his teammates off the dribble while willing MSU into Friday’s title game.

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TEXAS +8.5

The Longhorns have covered the spread in six of the last seven meetings between these two schools and North Carolina has covered the number just once in their last eight meetings against schools from the Big 12 Conference. North Carolina will also be without one of its top ball handlers in this game against a team that applies a ton of pressure defensively. The Longhorns rank in the top-100 in nearly every major defensive category, so you have to like your chances with the points here. Take Texas to cover the spread in their first game of the Continental Tire Las Vegas Holiday Invitational on Thursday night.

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BUFFALO -20

While the Bulls may not be the gang that shoots straight, evidenced by their 39.6 overall shooting percentage, they go after those missed shots with a relentlessness Dartmouth has yet to see this season. Buffalo grabs 38 percent of its potential offensive rebounds, leading to a top 50 offensive efficiency total per KenPom.

That size, coupled with the excitement of being a ranked team at home for the first time in school history, should lead to a lopsided victory.

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RICHMOND -5

I like the Spiders to take this one. They have a bit more experience and the Cowboys have struggled mightily in the early going of the season. The Defense for the Cowboys has been rough and that will allow the Spiders to get their offense going in this one. Take the Spiders to win by at least seven points in this one.

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ST. JOES +8

I am siding with St. Joseph’s in this contest. West Virginia has lost two out of their three games on the season, and they are out of sync offensively. They are shooting a poor 41.5% on the season, and they only managed 57 points against Western Kentucky on Friday.

Furthermore, St. Joseph’s has won three out of their first four games which included an 89-69 win over Wake Forest, and they feature the red-hot Charlie Brown who is averaging 23.8 points on the season. Overall, the Hawks have been the better team this season.

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MEMPHIS -4.5

Yale comes into this game 5-1 ATS. This doesn't mean anything when your facing a team with a lot more talent. Memphis by 12 points or more.

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ST. LOUIS +6.5

This is the money play! St Louis has way more talent.. I like them to pull the upset here.

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HARVARD +4

Hostile venues are nothing new for the Crimson, who may have an advantage here with their crisp movement against a Rams team that, while athletic, could be put on skates with good ball movement.

Harvard’s 3-point strength offensively runs directly into Rhode Island’s strong perimeter defense, but having a three-year starter at point in Bassey should result in good shot selection. The Crimson are 41st in effective field goal percentage and in the top 80 in both 3-point and 2-point shooting.

Russell will not go 0 for 10 from beyond the arc again, but as a young team, the Rams have to avoid unbalancing their offense. If Langevine can get Lewis in foul trouble, Rhode Island could make life significantly easier on itself, but this should be a tightly contested game.

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FRESNO ST +10.5

The bookmakers have this game wrong! Fresno St is the money team and should pull the upset here.

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Creighton +2.5

Creighton is a great value at home since they are the better team. I have Creighton by 4 points or more.

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MARQUETTE +5.5

Indiana is 7-2 all-time against Marquette, though the two midwest powers have not met since 2001. The Golden Eagles are also looking for their first-ever wins both in the Gavitt Games and Assembly Hall.

Marquette is a really good team, and I like them to pull the upset!

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ILLINOIS -8.5

Georgetown is way overrated, and the books know this line is a trick. Illinois is a solid team, and should do well from within the paint.

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GEORGIA +6

This game will be close and will be decided by the last 6 seconds. I like Georgia to pull the upset on the road.

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MASS -3

UMASS has more depth and should pull the victory by 8 points or more. This is a Syndicate move.

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HAWAII +1.5

Its really tough to play in Hawaii! Hawaii has the size, and is strong from beyond the arc. It will be a close game, but i have Hawaii by 4-6 points.

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VIRGINIA -25.5

George Washington has struggled out of the gate with back to back losses. When you blow a 22-0 lead and lose at home, there’s not a lot of reason to have faith in a team  and that’s where we stand with the Colonials. Virginia is a tough defensive team and they know how to take care of business. We’ve seen the Cavaliers shut down teams on a regular basis in recent years as Tony Bennett’s team knows their strengths and weaknesses. Based on the way George Washington has struggled this season in the early going, you have to think that Virginia takes care of business in this one.

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SOUTHERN UTAH -2.5

Southern Utah has to much depth, and will pull the easy victory here. This is a Syndicate Move.

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TEXAS ARLINGTON +6

This one is going to be a bit of a tough one to figure out as both teams have some new faces to work in. It’s nearly a complete overhaul for UT Arlington, but they looked good in their opener and they are at home here with the crowd behind them. Northern Iowa was just a .500 team last season overall and finished tied for seventh in the Missouri Valley Conference. With Pickford’s status up in the air and Phyfe out, that’s putting pressure on the guys that are left. This one is going to be a close game but side with the hosts as the crowd pushes them to a win.

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VILLANOVA -22.5

This game will be a high scoring blowout. I have Villanova by 30 points or more.

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COLOMBIA +3

Colombia should win this game outright! The Bookmakers have this game wrong, since Colombia is the better team. This is a Syndicate Move!

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EASTERN KENTUCKY +2.5

This is the money play here.  This is a Syndicate Play!

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KENT ST -4

Cleveland State gave up 74.7 points per game last season and watched Davidson go for 83 on Tuesday. It allowed the Wildcats to get 21 offensive rebounds. The Vikings were far from great last season and lost two of their top three scorers. Kent State is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings between the two teams and 4-0 ATS in its last four trips to Cleveland State.

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AUBURN -9.5

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WEST VIRGINIA -11

I will certainly back the Mountaineers in this matchup as they will be longing to get back on the court after stewing all offseason from their loss to eventual champion Villanova last season.  In all, they will press the Dukes all night while capitalizing in picking up easy baskets as a result.  Expect a blowout early in this matchup as the Mountaineers will perform flawless at home versus an up and coming team in the Dukes.

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MISS ST -18.5

I have this game by 24 points or more.

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OAKLAND +5.5

The Grizzlies brought in Karmari Newman on a transfer from George Mason, and he is expected to make an immediate impact. The sophomore guard averaged 4.7 points in limited playing time in the 2016-2017 season before sitting out last year. Newman scored 16 points in the Grizzlies 99-45 preseason home win over Kalamazoo on Tuesday night.

I like Oakland to pull the upset.

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TEXAS -6.5

The Hogs lost way too much from last year to think that they can hang in this one against a solid Texas Squad. The Razorbacks have just three scholarship players back and a mere 0.07% of their three points made. Texas has some nice pieces in place and they have the advantage of already playing a game. Look for Texas to take this one by double digits.

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TENNESSEE -16

The Volunteers should offer quite a bit more resistance for Louisiana-Lafayette than a UVI team that was in over its head from the very beginning. Pons is an athletic specimen capable of sparking the Volunteers bench, and I believe his presence on the floor will give the offense a wave-like effect. The first wave will be dealing with the explosive combination of Alexander and Bone before getting finished off with the second wave in Bons.

Louisiana-Lafayette is also a bit of a defensive liability. UVI didn’t play very well, but they were able to get up plenty of quality shots. Those shots simply weren’t falling, and they still came away with 80 points. This Tennessee offense is a whole different animal for Louisiana-Lafayette to deal with on the road. They’ll also provide a tougher problem defensively that should really test the talent on the Ragin’ Cajuns roster.

Tennessee is the higher-ranked team because they simply have the better talent than Louisiana-Lafayette, and it’ll show on game day.

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NORTHEASTERN +2.5

Harvard breezed past MIT in their season opener, as the bench got plenty of run in that game, but they will have a much tougher time against Northeastern here. The Huskies lost their opening game of the season, but they returned several key contributors from last season’s CAA Championship team and Pusica will once again be the best player on the floor in this game. He shot just 2 of 7 from deep in the game against Boston, but has shot better than 38.5 percent from three in each of his past two collegiate seasons, so I expect a bounce-back performance from him here. Expect him to follow up his 31 point game with another strong performance, while also leading the Huskies to a victory on the road in this spot on Friday night.

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KENTUCKY -17.5

Kentucky is 101-14 all-time in home openers, including 38-3 in Rupp Arena and 9-0 in its last nine. The Wildcats are also 44-12 under Calipari following a loss. Now the question is can they win this one by more than 16 points? As always, the talent is there to be a title contender–and some of that talent fared well against Duke. Two-time All-Pac 12 First-Team member and Stanford graduate transfer Reid Travis (19.5 points, 8.7 rebounds per contest in 2017-18) finished with 22 points on 6-of-8 shooting from the field to go along with seven rebounds. Keldon Johnson led the way with 23 points on 8-of-16 shooting, while the second of three freshman starters–Tyler Herro–logged a team-high 34 minutes and contributed 14 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and two blocks.

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WICHITA ST. +7.5

Wichita St. had a bad loss on the opener! Providence is a good team, but Wichita St is a money team. This game will be decided within 4 points.

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GEORGE WASHINGTON -6.5 

The Saints are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 non-conference games however, are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS win. The Colonials are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS loss and 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 home games.

George Washington and Siena are both expected to struggle a bit this season however, when we look at the talent of both of these teams, it looks on the surface that George Washington has the advantage. Siena is still adjusting to a new scheme under Jamion Christian and as I expect the Colonials to bounce back in this one and win by about 10. Take the Colonials to cover with the under.

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MARSHALL -8.5

Marshall is 6-2 ATS when playing on the road! Marshall is a high scoring team that can put up some major points. Eastern Kentucky has nothing to offer but a new coach that doesn't know the team. This game should be bias.

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L-C +5.5

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KANSAS ST +1

Both teams have struggled this year, but Kansas St has the better guards, which will make the difference in this matchup.  Kansas St by 4 points.

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PURDUE -2

Texas Tech can make this game very interesting with its ability to lock down defensively and keep teams in check. The Red Raiders allowed the fewest points per game (64.6) in the Big 12 — which was 15th-best in the country — and are more than capable of bringing that defense to the regional semifinal.

Though Haas missed the Butler game after fracturing his elbow late against Cal State Fullerton and his return timetable is still in question, Haarms is more than capable of manning the paint offensively and anchoring the defense. but against a very good Texas Tech team, both Carsen and Vincent Edwards (no relation) and Haarms will need to repeat their performance from Sunday to keep the Boilermakers dancing for another day.

Purdue BY 6 POINTS.

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KANSAS -4.5

Clemson in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1997 makes for an exciting story. But with all happy endings, they usually come to an end.

 Kansas will be by far the most talented team Clemson has played in the NCAA Tournament. Arguably, the Jayhawks might be the best team the Tigers have faced all season long. And don’t forget the ACC sent nine times to this year’s Big Dance

 The difference in this game will likely be Devonte’ Graham, Kansas’ star player. Graham is far from a one-man show, however, as the Jayhawks have four others averaging double figures in scoring. But expect Graham to be at the forefront of Kansas’ game plan, whether it’s scoring or getting his teammates involved.

 Although this year’s tournament has been crazy to predict, Kansas is the better team on paper and should get past Clemson and move on.

Kansas by 8 points.

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RHODE ISLAND +9.5

I think Duke is way overrated just like this line. Rhode Island has some great talent, and this game will go down to the wire.

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FLORIDA -4

Florida is the beast! The bookmakers are off on this line. smart money coming heavy from the west coast syndicate. I expect possible funny status with the refs.

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VIRGINIA -7.5

Clemson got blown out earlier this year by Virginia. Both are playing on neutral court, and i expect this game to cover by 12 points or more.

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CM -8

Central Michigan gave Bowling Green a beating earlier this year. Giving up 8 points is cheap. I have them by 13 points or more.

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The Bookmakers have this game so wrong. Delaware has been horrible this year, and this game will be a blowout. I have NCAT by 16 points or more.

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WASHINGTON ST +3.5

Oregon St hasn't won a road game in 2 years.  Take Washington St at home.

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KANSAS ST +6.5

Kansas State averages the fewest turnovers in the Big 12 at 11.2 per game. The Wildcats have won four of the last five meetings and nine of the 12 encounters since the Horned Frogs joined the Big 12 prior to the 2012-13 campaign. Kansas State is 14-6 ATS in its last 20 against the Big 12, 4-1 ATS in its last five following a loss, and 4-1 ATS in its last five trips to TCU. The Horned Frogs are 2-7 ATS in their last nine following a win and 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings between the two teams. 

I like Kansas St to pull the upset here.

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WEST VIRGINIA

West Virginia has to much firepower when it comes to offense. I have them by 6 points or more.

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TENN -2.5

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AUBURN -6

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WAKE FOREST -5.5

Boise State was gifted first place when UNLV went into Nevada and beat the Wolfpack, but it didn’t last long as the Broncos lost their very next game, 71-65 to Utah State which broke a four game winning streak.  The win took the Aggies to 7-6 in the Mountain West, but it’s still not a game the Broncos should lose.  They had a seven point halftime lead until the Aggies outscored them 44-31 in the second half to win the game.

Senior guard Chandler Hutchinson definitely wasn’t to blame.  The likely Mountain West player of the year, hit 11 of 17 shots and finished with 28 points and six boards.  He’s been great all year long and is putting up averages of 20.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.  They need a big game from him on Wednesday.

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MISS +2.5

I am siding with Mississippi State in this one. Mississippi State is the better team on both offense and defense. The Bulldogs are limiting opponents to 40% shooting, ranking them 22nd in the country in field goal defense, and they are up against a weak shooting Vanderbilt team. Furthermore, Mississippi State has scored over 80 points in their last two road games, and Vanderbilt is well below average defensively. The Bulldogs have won four out of their last five games, plus they already notched an 80-62 win against Vanderbilt this season, and they should prevail again in this one.

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 TEXAS A&M -5

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MICHIGAN ST -3

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USC +4

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PACIFIC +13

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L-C -11 POINTS

Drake beat Bradley on the road, while Loyola lost to Bradley on the road. Looks like an easy call on Drake in this one. Not so fast my friends. The Ramblers have been a strong team all year and they have a huge edge on defense, especially here at home where they have allowed just 62.0 ppg on the year, while the Bulldogs have allowed 77.1 ppg on the road so far.  The Loyola defense had a bad showing in their game against the Bears, but I look for that defense to bounce back and lead them to a win in this game of at least 12 points. The clincher is the fact that the Ramblers are 8-1 ATS their last nine games against the Missouri Valley Conference.

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AUBURN -11.5

Auburn is one of the best teams in the country. They average 85 points per game, and will face a team that is dealing who has lagged. Davis was a big blow for Vanderbilt when he got hurt. Auburn has to much depth and should cover by 14 points or more.

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PURDUE -15

The Boilermakers have won seven straight in the series against Purdue. Their 11-0 league start makes Purdue them the third Big Ten team in the last 20 years to do so. With three more points, Edwards will join former Michigan State star Denzel Valentine as only the second Big Ten player in the last 25 years to amass 1,500 points, 700 rebounds, 350 assists, and 150 three-pointers. Purdue is 13-2-2 ATS in its last 17 on Saturdays. The Scarlet Knights are 0-4 ATS in their last four overall, 1-4 ATS in their last five against winning opponents, 8-20 ATS in its last 28 against opponents with winning percentages over .600, and 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings between the two teams. Don’t be surprised if those trends continue.

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PROVIDENCE +6 

Marquette has dropped three straight as they were clobbered but Butler at home after losing to Xavier and Villanova. The Golden Eagles fell to 13-9 overall and 4-6 in the Big East after the one-sided loss to the Bulldogs. Marquette was tied midway through the first half but was outscored 25-10 the rest of the half to trail by 15. The Golden Eagles were no closer than 13 in the second half and trailed by as many as 30. Marquette shot 46.2 percent from the field and went five of 18 from three point range while getting beaten 32-22 on the glass. The Golden Eagles allowed the Bulldogs to shoot 60 percent from the floor and eight of 14 from long range. Markus Howard paced Marquette with 26 points in the loss.

The Golden Eagles are 34th in the nation in scoring offense with 82 points per game. Marquette is currently 333rd in rebounding with 32 boards per contest but stands tied for 52nd in assists with 16 per game. The Golden Eagles are 299th in scoring defense as they allow 77.5 points a night so far this year. Andrew Rowsey is second on Marquette with 19.5 points plus 4.1 assists per game. Markus Howard is averaging a team high 21.9 points per game, Sam Hauser puts up 14 a night and Hannif Cheatham added 8.2 points per contest. Cheatham left the team in late November and announced that he was going to transfer to Florida Gulf Coast in mid-December. Matt Heldt, Jamal Cain, Sacar Anim and Theo John are secondary contributors for coach Steve Wojciechowski. Marquette is shooting 47.1 percent from the floor this season. The Golden Eagles hit 11.1 three pointers a night on 39.9 percent shooting from beyond the arc. Marquette is very good at the free throw line as they convert 79.2 percent of their chances at the stripe this season. That number is good for third in the nation.

Providence is the advantage here, and I have them for the upset. Take the points here.

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TEXAS TEH +3.5

For this game, it’s a battle of both strengths and weaknesses, with Texas Tech being a great defensive team with a suspect offense while TCU is the other way around. It’ll be interesting to see how the Red Raiders will slow down the Horned Frogs’ balanced offense. On the other side, will Jamie Dixon’s team near-300 ranked defense be able to stop Chris Beard’s team?

Texas Tech by 2-3 points

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NEBRASKA +4.5

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NOTRE DAME +15

Notre Dame won five out of the previous eight H2H duels. This line is way overrated. I have this game within 8 points.

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MICHIGAN -8

The Michigan Wolverines (17-6) are coming from a 92-88 loss to Purdue in which Muhammad Ali Abdur-Rahkman scored 26 points in 10 of 15 shooting from the field.

Four players are averaging at least 8.9 points per game for Michigan, they are Charles Matthews (14.4), Moritz Wagner (14.3), Abdur-Rahkman (11.1) and Duncan Robinson (8.9). Wagner leads in rebounds with 7.0 while Simpson tops in assists with 3.6 per game.

On the season, Michigan basketball averages 75.1 points, 33.1 rebounds and 15.2 assists per game. Defensively, Michigan basketball yields 63.8 points per game against the opposing teams.

I have Michigan by 12 points or more.

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UNLV 

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COLORADO ST +10.5

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IOWA +5

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CREIGHTON -12

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OREGON -8

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ARIZONA ST -9.5

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GONZAGA -18.5

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BUFFALO -7