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Milwaukee Bucks vs. Orlando Magic Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
The Milwaukee Bucks have emerged from a porous stretch with back-to-back victories and look to tack on another triumph when they visit the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. The Bucks dropped six of seven games over an 11-day stretch before reversing course with wins over the New York Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies.

All-Star small forward Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to lead Milwaukee's pursuit of a playoff spot as he has posted 33 double-doubles and 20 30-point outings, the latter tying for eighth most in franchise history. "My goal is to make the Bucks a championship level team," Antetokounmpo told reporters. "Playing late into the playoffs helps me as a player and helps us as a team. We have to keep doing that." Orlando has dropped 12 of its last 14 games and registered a season low for points in Tuesday's 108-72 road loss against the San Antonio Spurs. "It's hard with this many games left and having nothing to play for," center Nikola Vucevic told reporters afterward. "It's not easy year after year after year for me. The frustration has really grown on me, especially the last two years. I felt like at some point we were going in the right direction, but then we took a turn downhill."

TV: 7 p.m. ET, FS Wisconsin (Milwaukee), FS Florida (Orlando)

ABOUT THE BUCKS (36-31): Guard Brandon Jennings was a big hit in his first game since signing a 10-day contract with the club by producing 16 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds in Monday's victory over the Grizzlies. Jennings played his four seasons with the Bucks (2009-13) and was once the team's top player, and that stint included his career-best 19.1 scoring average in 2011-12. The 28-year-old who played in China and for Milwaukee's G League franchise this season was beaming afterward saying, "I felt like it was my first rookie game again. Just to put on that jersey was a blessing, and I was just grateful."

ABOUT THE MAGIC (20-48): Orlando leading scorer Aaron Gordon is counting on making his return after a three-game absence due to his second concussion of the season. Gordon, who averages 18.3 points, didn't clear the concussion protocol for Tuesday's game against the Spurs after an independent NBA-appointed physician examined him, and Gordon told reporters he still needs to pass a memorization and recognition test. "Of course, you want to be safe. Better safe than sorry," Gordon told the assembled media. "I feel OK, but protocol is protocol for a reason."

BUZZER BEATERS

1. The Bucks have lost 20 of their last 23 visits to Orlando but one of the wins was a 111-104 decision on Feb. 10.

2. Milwaukee swingman Khris Middleton is averaging 27 points on 20-of-30 shooting over the past two games.

3. The Magic committed 21 turnovers and shot just 34.1 percent from the field in the loss to the Spurs.

PREDICTION: Bucks 107, Magic 103

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Washington Wizards vs. Boston Celtics Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
The Boston Celtics will be severely shorthanded on Wednesday when they host the Washington Wizards. Star guard Kyrie Irving is among the four players who will miss the contest while power forward Al Horford is questionable due to illness.

Irving continues to deal with left knee soreness that will cause him to sit out for the second time in four games while point guard Marcus Smart (thumb), shooting guard Jaylen Brown (concussion) and forward Daniel Theis (knee) will also be in street clothes for a team that has dealt with injuries since losing small forward Gordon Hayward to a broken ankle in the season opener. "We are equipped and we will battle on, I think is the way you got to look at it," Boston coach Brad Stevens told reporters. "I've never been in a season that's been like this. Obviously it started right out of the gate this way with Gordon." Washington is struggling with five losses in its past seven games after losing 116-111 to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday and coach Scott Brooks was dismayed over his club's interior defense after allowing 64 points in the paint. "You can't expect your bigs to protect you every time. You got to guard, you got to guard the ball," Brooks told reporters. "You can't keep saying the same things every game. It's been four games now, and we've given up over 60 points in the paint. It's a personal pride."

TV: 8 p.m. ET, ESPN, NBCS Boston

ABOUT THE WIZARDS (38-30): All-Star shooting guard Bradley Beal is aware of Boston's injury issues and feels there is no excuse for not winning Wednesday's contest. "We need it, we need to win," Beal told reporters after Tuesday's setback. "It's plain and simple. It's not anything we need to pinpoint on doing, we know who we're playing, we know what environment we're going to be in, so there should be nothing new for us. Just go out there and get a win, whatever it takes." Beal scored 19 points against the Timberwolves on a night in which power forward Markieff Morris stood out with a season-high 27 points.

ABOUT THE CELTICS (46-21): Theis was ruled out for the season with a torn meniscus in his left knee, an injury that occurred during the final minute of Sunday's loss to the Indiana Pacers. The 25-year-old rookie from Germany has been a key member of the rotation with averages of 5.3 points and 4.3 rebounds while recording 48 blocked shots and 30 steals. "I appreciate the way that he approached every day, and he'll approach the rehab the same way," Stevens told reporters. "But you really feel for him. He was a guy that came in knowing he could play, but maybe not even expecting to have the type of season he had."

BUZZER BEATERS

1. The squads have split two meetings this season with the visiting team prevailing on both occasions.

2. Washington PG Tomas Satoransky continues to play well in place of injured All-Star John Wall (knee) and recorded 15 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals against Minnesota.

3. Boston rookie SF Jayson Tatum scored 19 points versus Indiana for his best scoring effort since a 27-point performance against the Atlanta Hawks on Feb. 2.

PREDICTION: Wizards 109, Celtics 107

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Miami Heat vs. Sacramento Kings Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
The Miami Heat dropped the opener of an important three-game road trip while missing two key players. They hope to have either Hassan Whiteside or Dwyane Wade back in the lineup when they try to snap an eight-game road losing streak at the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.

Playing without Whiteside (hip) and Wade (hamstring), Miami's two-game winning streak came to an end with a 115-99 loss at Portland on Monday, dropping it back into eighth place in the Eastern Conference - a half-game behind seventh-place Milwaukee. "It's going to be important [to win Wednesday] because we didn't start the road trip well, but this [next] game we must have," guard Goran Dragic told reporters after scoring a team-high 23 points in the loss. "You know, [the Kings] are going to play with basically nothing to lose. They're already out. We need to take care of business and try to approach this game like its a playoff game, make sure everybody is on the same page and win." Sacramento dropped both ends of a two-game road trip - including Monday's 106-101 setback at Oklahoma City - but it recently had a 3-2 homestand and is a respectable 11-14 against the East. The Kings also won at Miami 89-88 on Jan. 25 and have a chance to sweep the season series for the first time since 2001-02.

TV: 10 p.m. ET, FS Sun (Miami), NBCS California (Sacramento)

ABOUT THE HEAT (36-32): Dragic was a bright spot Monday, making 10-of-17 shots, and so was reserve forward Justise Winslow, who finished with 15 points, 13 rebounds, four assists and two blocks to continue his recent surge. "He was facilitating, getting us organized into offense and then when it was time to be aggressive, he dropped his shoulder and got to the rim a few times," coach Erik Spoelstra said of Winslow. "He probably could have drawn a couple of fouls - a lot of contact on those drives. But he's been doing that, he's been trending that way recently. The 13 rebounds were notable and defensively he was in the right spots in the second half." After averaging no more than 7.3 points in any month October through February, Winslow is posting 13 points per game while shooting 52.9 percent from the floor and 55 percent from 3-point range in seven games this month.

ABOUT THE KINGS (21-47): Rookie De'Aaron Fox has exhibited some solid point guard play in two games since returning from a back ailment, collecting 19 assists against only two turnovers while averaging 11.5 points against the quality backcourts of Denver and Oklahoma City. Fellow rookie Bogdan Bogdanovic snapped out of a three-game funk in which he shot 5-for-28 to make 6-of-11 shots versus the Thunder. Skal Labissiere (hip), who averaged 12.8 points in six contests prior to Friday's win over Orlando in which he injured his hip, missed both games on the road trip and is day-to-day.

BUZZER BEATERS

1. Kings SG Buddy Hield scored 24 points on 10-of-15 shooting in the earlier win at Miami.

2. Heat C Bam Adebayo started in place of Whiteside at Portland and finished 1-for-10 from the floor with a season high-tying three turnovers.

3. Miami is 10-11 without Whiteside this season.

PREDICTION: Heat 104, Kings 102

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
The Golden State Warriors lost their first two games without All-Star point guard Stephen Curry and look to overcome his absence Wednesday when they host the Los Angeles Lakers. Curry sprained his right ankle Thursday and will miss at least six contests in total with a re-evaluation slated for March 20.

The Warriors were routed by the Portland Trail Blazers and lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the games without Curry but All-Star small forward Kevin Durant was quick to point out there is a bigger picture in play. "The season's always a tune-up for the playoffs," Durant told reporters. "And if we had won this game (against Minnesota), we wasn't going to spray champagne in the locker room and be excited on the way back to the Bay (Area). So in a loss we can't hang our heads. We just got to keep playing, keep working, keep figuring things out, and we'll be fine." The Lakers are soaring with eight victories in their past 10 games after posting a 112-103 home victory over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday. Second-year small forward Brandon Ingram, who scored a career-best 32 against the Warriors earlier this season, will miss his seventh straight game because of a groin injury.

TV: 10:30 p.m. ET, ESPN, Spectrum Sports Net (Los Angeles), NBCS Bay Area (Golden State)

ABOUT THE LAKERS (31-36): Rookie forward Kyle Kuzma injured his right ankle in the first half and later exploded by scoring 24 of his 26 points in the second half while also collecting 13 rebounds. "I thought his competitive spirit was great," Los Angeles coach Luke Walton said after the contest. "He gave everything he had to the game. Kept telling me 'Coach, I'm ready to go' after he hurt the ankle." Power forward Julius Randle also had 26 points and 13 rebounds and guard Isaiah Thomas scored 23 points as the Lakers reached at least 100 points for the 22nd consecutive game.

ABOUT THE WARRIORS (51-16): Curry isn't the only ailing player as small forward Andre Iguodala (three games with a wrist injury), power forward David West (four due to a cyst on his right arm) and rookie power forward Jordan Bell (three, ankle) also have been sidelined. Coach Steve Kerr is pleased with his club's effort despite what he terms "a little bit of a tough stretch" and All-Star power forward Draymond Green believes the discouragement will be overcome with a victory or two. "It's tough when you're missing that many key guys," Green told reporters, "but I think those guys will get back in time enough for us to find a rhythm that we need."

BUZZER BEATERS

1. The Warriors are averaging 118.7 points in three wins over the Lakers this season and have won the last six meetings.

2. Los Angeles rookie PG Lonzo Ball is averaging five points on 4-of-22 shooting over the past two contests.

3. Golden State All-Star SG Klay Thompson was only 3-of-12 from 3-point range during Sunday's loss while dealing with a sprained right thumb but is probable to play against the Lakers.

PREDICTION: Warriors 124, Lakers 121

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Dallas Stars vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
The Toronto Maple Leafs took to extend their franchise-record home winning streak to 11 games when they host the struggling Dallas Stars on Wednesday night. The Maple Leafs snapped a four-game slide overall (0-2-2) with a 5-2 victory over visiting Pittsburgh on Saturday at the Air Canada Centre to continue their run and keep hopes alive for home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

"You want to be known around the league as a tough building to come into," Toronto center Nazem Kadri told reporters after notching his third goal in three games. "We've done a good job here and hopefully that continues." The Maple Leafs will need a big finish to catch Boston or Tampa Bay in the Atlantic Division and it starts with a tough matchup against the Stars, who own only two wins in their last seven games (2-3-2) after a 4-2 loss at Montreal on Tuesday. Dallas put up 38 shots on net Tuesday, but gave up three power-play tallies in the loss to drop into a virtual tie with Colorado for the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference with only a two-point cushion on ninth place. The Stars, who are 0-2 on a six-game trip, have scored only seven goals over the last five contests and could be without No. 1 goalie Ben Bishop (lower-body) for a sixth straight contest - although he has been skating.

TV: 7 p.m. ET, TVA, Sportsnet (Toronto), FS Southwest (Dallas)

ABOUT THE STARS (38-26-6): Center Tyler Seguin was kept off the scoresheet Tuesday despite registering seven shots, but has recorded seven of his team-best 36 goals and seven assists in the last 10 games to lead Dallas with 65 points. Captain Jamie Benn scored his 24th goal and fellow forward Alexander Radulov added an assist in his 300th NHL contest to remain tied for second on the team with 61 points. John Klingberg has managed only three points - all on assists - in the last 11 games, but still leads all defensemen in the league with 57 points.

ABOUT THE MAPLE LEAFS (40-22-7): All-Star Auston Matthews (upper-body) is closing in on a return after missing the last six games, while defensemen Nikita Zaitsev and Travis Dermott are questionable because of illness. Forward Mitch Marner continues to carry a lot of the offensive load and leads the team with 56 points after notching a goal in each of the last two games to match his rookie total (19). Toronto recalled forward Andreas Johnsson from the AHL and could make his NHL debut on a line with Kasperi Kapanen along with Tomas Plekanec.

OVERTIME

1. Dallas C Radek Faksa snapped a 19-game goal drought Tuesday with his career-high 13th of the season.

2. Toronto F William Nylander has gone 11 games without a goal, but registered five assists in that span.

3. The Maple Leafs won the only other matchup 4-1 on Jan. 25 as Kadri scored twice and D Jake Gardiner notched three assists.

PREDICTION: Maple Leafs 4, Stars 2

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Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Rangers Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Evgeni Malkin remains in hot pursuit of the Hart (MVP), Maurice "Rocket" Richard (NHL's leading goal scorer) and Art Ross (most points) trophies, and his consistent production has the Pittsburgh Penguins gearing up for another postseason run. Malkin looks to extend his point streak to a season-high seven contests on Wednesday as the Penguins open a three-game road trip versus the New York Rangers.

Malkin netted his team-leading 39th goal in Sunday's 3-1 win over Dallas, giving him three tallies and eight assists during his current point streak and boosting his point total to 24 (nine goals, 15 assists) in his last 13 games. The 2012 Hart Trophy recipient rocked the Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 17, notching three assists before scoring 58 seconds into overtime of a 5-4 triumph. While Pittsburgh has won four of five to reside one point behind first-place Washington in the Metropolitan, New York is languishing in the division's cellar with losses in 10 of 14 (4-8-2) despite Jimmy Vesey netting his first career hat trick in Monday's 6-3 victory over Carolina. "I think just in general the mood is always better when you win. Everyone is in higher spirits," the former Hobey Baker Award recipient said. "No one is going to take it easy on us just because we have a young lineup or anything like that."

TV: 8 p.m. ET, NBC Sports

ABOUT THE PENGUINS (40-26-4): Matt Murray was a full participant in practice on Tuesday for the first time since sustaining a concussion Feb. 26, when he took a puck off his mask from defenseman Olli Maatta. "He's making progress," coach Mike Sullivan said. "We're encouraged with his progress. We take each day as it comes with the nature of those injuries." Bryan Rust changed jerseys from gray (no-contact) to yellow (regular) during Tuesday's practice and aims to return from a two-game absence after receiving a concussion following a hit from Philadelphia defenseman Robert Hagg last Wednesday.

ABOUT THE RANGERS (31-32-7): Mats Zuccarello tallied twice on Monday to extend his goal-scoring streak to three games and reach the 100-goal plateau. The 30-year-old Norwegian has 15 points (four goals, 11 assists) in his last 20 encounters versus Pittsburgh and is tied with David Desharnais with a team-best three points against the Penguins this season. Fellow forward Pavel Buchnevich set a career high with three assists against the Hurricanes to push his team-leading point total at home to 28 (nine goals, 19 assists).

OVERTIME

1. Captain Sidney Crosby has 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) in his past 14 games heading into Wednesday's tilt versus New York, against which he has two goals and an assist this season.

2. Rangers C Mika Zibanejad matched a personal best by setting up three goals on Monday, giving him six points (two goals, four assists) in his last four outings after mustering just two in his previous 10.

3. Pittsburgh RWs Phil Kessel (three goals, three assists) and Patric Hornqvist (three goals, two assists) have scored a goal in each contest versus New York this season.

PREDICTION: Penguins 5, Rangers 3

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San Jose Sharks vs. Edmonton Oilers Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
The San Jose Sharks look to continue solidifying their playoff position in the crowded Western Conference race when they start a three-game road trip against the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night. The Sharks have recorded at least a point in five of their last seven games after knocking off Detroit 5-3 on Monday and lead Los Angeles by one point for second place in the Pacific Division.

"We've got to keep trying to build that (lead in the standings)," San Jose captain Joe Pavelski told reporters. "You know how hard you've worked to get a couple points ahead. You can't expect to let that go and then climb back." The Sharks scored 11 goals in beating Edmonton twice during February and hope to make it three out of four this season against the Oilers, who are out of the playoff race. Edmonton had won three straight games before being shut out by Calgary 1-0 on Tuesday night as captain Connor McDavid saw his seven-game point streak come to an end despite registering five shots. McDavid has accumulated six goals and seven assists in the past eight games and leads the team with 84 points.

TV: 9:30 p.m. ET, NBCS California (San Jose), Sportsnet One, Sportsnet West (Edmonton)

ABOUT THE SHARKS (37-23-9): Pavelski has led the offense of late with three goals and six assists in his last six games to push his team-leading total to 55 points - two better than defenseman Brent Burns, who has three in the last 11 games. Former ninth-overall pick Timo Meier has emerged as an offensive force this season with 18 goals after notching a goal and an assist against Detroit. Logan Couture (49 points) leads the team with 27 goals, but has been left off the scoresheet in four consecutive contests, while goalie Martin Jones allowed four goals in his last three starts.

ABOUT THE OILERS (30-35-4): McDavid boasts 33 goals, already three more than in his total from 2016-17 when he won the Hart and Art Ross Trophies and only five of them have come on the power play. Fellow center Leon Draisaitl owns five goals in his last 10 games along with 61 points overall. Forward Ryan Strome has gone seven games without a goal after accumulating five over the previous five contests while veteran power forward Milan Lucic managed one point in his past seven games.

OVERTIME

1. Edmonton LW Michael Cammalleri, who has gone six games without a point, played his 900th NHL contest Tuesday.

2. San Jose D Dylan DeMelo has registered seven assists and a plus-four rating in five games during March.

3. The Sharks are 13-for-13 on the penalty kill over the last eight games and the Oilers 17-for-18 in the past seven.

PREDICTION: Sharks 3, Oilers 2

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Vancouver Canucks vs. Anaheim Ducks Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
The Anaheim Ducks have picked the wrong time to hit a lull, dropping out of the playoff picture in the Western Conference in the wake of a three-game losing streak. Anaheim faces a welcome opponent to get back on track against when it resumes a four-game homestand against the skidding Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday night.

The Ducks were on a nine-game point streak at home prior to Monday's 4-2 loss to St. Louis, which dropped them below the top eight teams in the West and behind third-place Los Angeles in the Pacific Division. "Everything we're doing is mental mistakes," captain Ryan Getzlaf said. "It's not anything to do with physical fatigue. We're working and doing things. We're skating. It's the mental errors that aren't allowing us to continue our success." Anaheim has won its last three meetings by a combined 13-2 margin over Vancouver, which has lost all four games since rookie sensation Brock Boeser suffered a back injury. The Canucks have been shut out in back-to-back contests and managed only three goals during the four-game slide since Boeser was lost for at least a month.

TV: 10 p.m. ET, Sportsnet Pacific (Vancouver), Prime Ticket (Anaheim)

ABOUT THE CANUCKS (25-36-9): The absence of 29-goal scorer Boeser has stalled the offense and coach Travis Green acknowledged the team's psyche has been dented by the lack of scoring. "It's going to weigh on them," Green said. "Wasn't too long ago where we were scoring and sprinkling them around a little bit. Again, you play a game, you reset and you get back at it." Daniel Sedin has cooled off with one assist in the last five games and has failed to notch a point in eight straight versus Anaheim.

ABOUT THE DUCKS (34-24-12): Anaheim has scored five times during the three-game slide and one of the players mired in a deep freeze is forward Ondrej Kase, who has been held off the scoresheet in 10 straight contests following a stretch in which he pumped in six goals in seven games. "The season is long so it's going up and down," said Kase, who has 17 goals in his second season. "We need to go up again." Getzlaf is riding a six-game point streak, collecting a pair of goals and 11 assists in that span.

OVERTIME

1. Ducks leading goal scorer Rickard Rakell has a goal and four assists in two meetings versus Vancouver this season.

2. The Canucks are 0-for-7 with the man advantage over the last five games.

3. Anaheim has not allowed a power-play goal in 10 of the last 11 games.

PREDICTION: Ducks 4, Canucks 1

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New Jersey Devils vs. Vegas Golden Knights Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Coming off a successful five-game road trip, the Vegas Golden Knights are inching closer to a Pacific Division title in their first year of existence. The first-place Golden Knights own a 12-point lead over San Jose with 13 games to play as they prepare to open a four-game homestand against the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday night.

Vegas has won three in a row to cap off a 4-1-0 road trip that kicked off with a 3-2 win at New Jersey, which snapped a three-game slide. Marc-Andre Fleury allowed two goals or fewer in each of the four victories on the trek and reached a milestone by becoming the 13th goaltender in history with 400 wins in Monday's 3-2 triumph at Philadelphia. New Jersey had lost four of five before opening a six-game road trip with a 3-2 shootout victory at Nashville on Saturday, snapping the Predators' 10-game winning streak. The Devils are holding down the final playoff slot in the Eastern Conference, one point behind Columbus and three ahead of the Florida Panthers.

TV: 10 p.m. ET, MSG Plus (New Jersey), AT&T Sportsnet-Rocky Mountain (Vegas)

ABOUT THE DEVILS (35-26-8): New Jersey has scored more than two goals in regulation only twice in the past 11 games and is scraping to find offense from someone other than Taylor Hall, who has 31 points more than anyone else on the team. Defenseman Sami Vatanen is doing his part at both ends of the ice, collecting 12 points over the past 12 games and playing at least 23 minutes 11 times in that span. Forward Travis Zajac, who sat out Saturday after injuring his back in the previous game, returned to practice Tuesday.

ABOUT THE GOLDEN KNIGHTS (45-19-5): Fleury, who missed two months earlier in the season after suffering a concussion, joined Roberto Luongo and Henrik Lundqvist as the only active goaltenders to amass 400 victories. "He's been playing phenomenal and making huge saves when we need it," Vegas defenseman Deryk Engelland said. "He's been doing that all season." Forward Ryan Carpenter, a waiver-wire pickup in December, netted the game-winning tally against Philadelphia and has scored all eight of his goals in the past 18 games.

OVERTIME

1. Fleury needs one win to tie Chris Osgood for 12th place on the all-time list.

2. Hall has been held off the scoresheet in back-to-back games after collecting at least one point in each of his previous 26 contests.

3. Golden Knights F Erik Haula scored his ninth power-play tally Monday after scoring twice with the man advantage in his first four seasons.

PREDICTION: Golden Knights 4, Devils 2

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Texas Southern Tigers vs. North Carolina Central Eagles Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

11th March 2018 by Gracenote
Texas Southern has embraced taking on college basketball's heavyweights early in recent seasons in hopes it pays off in March, but this year the program took that philosophy to the extreme. Making their fourth NCAA Tournament appearance in the last five seasons, the Tigers attempt to snag their first ever victory in the Big Dance on Wednesday in a First Four matchup in Dayton, Ohio, against fellow West Region No. 16 seed North Carolina Central.

Taking on six eventual NCAA Tournament teams over the course of playing its first 13 games on the road while facing the country's most difficult non-conference schedule according to KenPom.com, Texas Southern did not win its first game until opening up Southwestern Athletic Conference play on New Year's Day. The Tigers found their groove late, however, ending the regular season with four straight wins before registering double-digit victories in each of their three games during the conference tournament. The Eagles took a polar opposite approach to their third NCAA tournament appearance in the past five years, facing only one major-conference school (Illinois) before posting a 9-7 mark and finishing sixth in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. North Carolina Central marched into the Big Dance for the second straight season Saturday, upsetting top-seeded Hampton to secure the league's automatic berth.

TV: 6:40 p.m. ET, truTV

ABOUT TEXAS SOUTHERN (15-19): SWAC Tournament MVP Demontrae Jefferson (team-high marks of 23.4 points and 4.5 assists) - a 5-7 sophomore who missed nine games this season for a variety of reasons, including an early suspension and the passing of his father - scored at least 15 points in 24 of 25 games this season. Massachusetts transfer Donte Clark (18.6 points) erupted for 41 points during one of Jefferson's absences and is averaging 23.6 points over the last five contests. Trayvon Reed (9.7 points) ranks second in the conference in rebounds (8.8) and first in blocks (3.0), while part-time starter Marquis Salmon (5.3 points, 6.2 boards) collected 48 rebounds over a three-game span prior to playing a limited role in the SWAC title game.

ABOUT NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL (19-15): Although the Eagles boast All-MEAC second-team center Raasean Davis (team-high marks of 15.0 points and 8.0 rebounds), nearly 40 percent of their scoring comes from their bench as 12 players average at least 10 minutes per game. Davis, a 6-9, 240-pound Kent State transfer who led the MEAC in field-goal percentage (66.7) and fourth in rebounding, proved to be a terror during the final three games of the conference, averaging 15 points and 13.3 boards. Guards Reggie Gardner Jr. (11.2 points, team-high 74 3-pointers) and Jordan Perkins (8.4 points, team-high 5.4 assists), who tallied 13 points and nine assists in the conference title game and handed out a career-high 14 assists earlier in the season, each landed on the all-conference rookie team.

TIP-INS

1. The winner will meet top-seeded Xavier in the first round in Nashville, Tenn.

2. Texas Southern is the first team since the NCAA Tournament expanded to 64 teams in 1985 to make the Big Dance after beginning the season 0-13.

3. The Eagles score only 25.7 percent of their points beyond the arc and did not beat a team with a RPI in the top 150 this season.

PREDICTION: Texas Southern 82, North Carolina Central 68

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Syracuse Orange vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

11th March 2018 by Gracenote
Arizona State defeated four eventual NCAA Tournament teams en route to a school-record 12-0 start, but Pac-12 play proved to be a different animal. The Sun Devils hope to resume their dominant play in non-conference action when they meet fellow Midwest Region No. 11 seed Syracuse in a First Four matchup Wednesday in Dayton, Ohio.

The last team in the country to suffer its first loss, Arizona State defeated two eventual No. 1 seeds in the Big Dance - Kansas and Xavier - as well as NCAA Tournament teams San Diego State and Kansas State. The Sun Devils dropped their first game at Arizona on Dec. 30 and were unable to recapture their earlier success, never winning more than three in a row before finishing with an 8-10 conference record and losses in five of their last six. The Orange, who were tabbed by NCAA Tournament committee chair Bruce Rasmussen as the last at-large team into the field, endured a similar path with an 8-10 mark in the ACC after rolling to an 11-2 record during the non-league portion of their schedule. Despite finishing in a tie for 10th in its conference, Syracuse proved itself in the eyes of the committee with a top-20 strength of schedule (14th entering Sunday) and four wins against top-50 RPI teams.

TV: 9:10 p.m. ET, truTV

ABOUT SYRACUSE (20-13): The success of the Orange depends greatly on the success of Tyus Battle (19.8 points), Frank Howard (15.0) and Oshae Brissett (14.7), who rank first, second and sixth in the country in minutes per game and account for 73.3 percent of the team's scoring. Battle has reached double figures in all but one game this season but has failed to shoot 40 percent from the floor in seven of the last eight contests, including a 14-for-50 showing over the last three games. Howard is also slumping of late, failing to shoot over 30 percent from the field in four of his last five outings - including a 10-for-38 stretch beyond the arc over that span.

ABOUT ARIZONA STATE (20-11): The Sun Devils averaged 91.8 points on 50.8 percent shooting from the field and 42.4 beyond the arc during their season-opening winning streak before cooling off the tune of 78.3, 43.7 and 32.9, respectively, over the last 19 contests. Part of the falloff can be attributed to the decline of leading scorer Tra Holder (18.4 points), who averaged 21.4 points during their undefeated start - including a career-high 40 points against Xavier and 29 against Kansas - and only 16.6 the rest of the way. Fellow senior guards Shannon Evans II (16.6) knocked down a conference-high 91 3-pointers, while Kodi Justice (12.6) went over 1,000 career points last weekend and has buried multiple triples in six of his last seven outings.

TIP-INS

1. The winner will meet No. 6 seed TCU in the first round in Detroit.

2. Battle is only the fifth player in school history to reach 1,000 career points by the end of his sophomore year, and his 38.9 minutes per game is on pace to break Billy Owens' program record of 38.0.

3. In seven games against NCAA Tournament teams, Holder averaged 25.3 points.

PREDICTION: Syracuse 84, Arizona State 77

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Harvard Crimson vs. Marquette Golden Eagles Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Passed over by the NCAA Tournament, No. 2 seed Marquette will try to make the best of playing in the NIT beginning Wednesday against visiting No. 7 Harvard at the Al McGuire Center. The Golden Eagles will be playing in the NIT for the first time since 2005, while the Crimson will be making their second appearance in the tournament.

Steve Wojciechowski's team closed strongly, winning six of their final nine games, but just didn't have enough signature wins to make the big dance for a second straight season. "The goal is always the NCAA Tournament," Wojciechowski told the media. "But, I love my team. The opportunity to be around them more is something I am incredibly excited about." Andrew Rowsey, the team's lone senior, will be playing to prolong his college career and comes in with a streak of four straight 20-point games. The Crimson won the Ivy League regular season title behind Seth Towns and Chris Lewis, earning a place in the NIT in the process but missed a chance to get the automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament by losing to Pennsylvania in the conference tournament final.

TV: 7 p.m. ET, ESPN2

ABOUT HARVARD (18-13): Towns had some struggles early in the season, but the sophomore from Columbus, Ohio, who turned down offers Ohio State, Michigan and others, put it in high gear once in the Ivy League and was named the conference's Player of the Year. The 6-7 forward averaged 18.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and two assists in league play for the Crimson, who have shown the can ramp up the offense if they need to, including scoring 98 and 94 points in back-to-back games in early March, but a high-scoring game favors Marquette. "There are times when he gets passive out there and I jump him a little because he is so talented," coach Tommy Amaker told the media of Towns, who shot 44.1 percent from long range this season.

ABOUT MARQUETTE (19-13): If either Rowsey (35 points) or Markus Howard (52) can replicate their top game this season, they can surpass Anthony Pieper's school record for points in a NIT game, which he set with 32 against Penn State in 1995. Rowsey, who has scored 2,258 points in his career between Marquette and UNC Asheville, has been on a tear, averaging 22.8 points and 5.8 assists in the last nine games and finished his career as the Big East's all-time leader in free throw percentage (93.1). Since scoring a combined 89 points in back-to-back games in early January, including the most in a Big East game this season with 52, Howard, a sophomore, has run hot and cold, but if he gets going from beyond the arc, Pieper's mark could be in peril.

TIP-INS

1. Marquette has never faced Harvard, but fashions an 8-2 record against the Ivy League with the latest win coming over Cornell in 1998.

2. The winner plays No. 3 Oregon or No. 6 Rider in the second round on a date to be determined.

3. The Golden Eagles are 21-14 in 15 NIT appearances, winning the title in 1970 under Hall of Fame coach Al McGuire.

PREDICTION: Marquette 79, Harvard 70

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UL Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns vs. Louisiana State Tigers Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
Louisiana Lafayette has won its last 18 games against in-state opponents dating to December 2015, but none has been bigger than this one. The sixth-seeded Ragin' Cajuns travel to No. 3 seed LSU for a Pelican State showdown Wednesday in the first round of the NIT.


The Tigers have won seven straight meetings with the Ragin' Cajuns, whose last win in the series came in 1944, but this year's Louisiana team is one of the best in the program's history. The Ragin' Cajuns have set a school record for wins and had won 16 of 17 before dropping their regular-season finale to Little Rock and going 1-1 in the Sun Belt Tournament. LSU lost its opener in the SEC Tournament, falling 80-77 to a Mississippi State team the Tigers had thumped 78-57 just five days earlier. The Tigers are 13-4 at home, where they've won six straight.

TV: 7 p.m. ET, ESPN3


ABOUT LOUISIANA (27-6): The Ragin' Cajuns like to run - leading the Sun Belt in scoring for the sixth straight season at 83.4 points per game - and they like to shoot from long range. Leading scorer Frank Bartley (17.7 points) has let 214 3-pointers fly, connecting on 38.3 percent. Louisiana doesn't have a lot of size inside as 6-8 forward JaKeenan Gant (13.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.3 blocks), a transfer from Missouri, and 6-6 forward Bryce Washington (10.5 points, 10.6 rebounds) play big, but they will give up several inches against the Tigers.

ABOUT LSU (17-14): Freshman guard Tremont Waters (16 points, 5.9 assists) has carried the Tigers for much of the season, and he is averaging 22.5 points over the past six games. Waters and backcourt mate Skylar Mays (11.2 points) combine for 3.6 steals per game, which LSU counts on for its transition offense. The Tigers have a couple of solid big men in Duop Reath (12.2 points, 5.2 rebounds) and Aaron Epps (9.5 points, 5.6 rebounds), but they don't have much depth in the post if those two get in foul trouble.


TIP-INS

1. LSU coach Will Wade is only the second coach to take the Tigers to the postseason in his first year, joining Trent Johnson in 2009.

2. The Ragin' Cajuns are 23-1 when leading at halftime.

3. The Tigers have made a school-record 256 3-pointers, including 10 or more in three of the past four games.


PREDICTION: Louisiana 84, LSU 81

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Temple Owls vs. Penn St. Nittany Lions Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Penn State made headlines by defeating Ohio State -- a No. 5 seed in the NCAA Tournament -- all three times they met this season. However, it wasn't enough to get the Nittany Lions into the Big Dance, so they'll have to settle for a first-round NIT matchup with visiting Temple on Wednesday.

The key to Penn State's success against Ohio State (and the entire season) was sophomore standout Tony Carr, who averages 19.9 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists while shooting 46 percent from 3-point range. "I've seen Tony play since high school, so not much surprises me out of him," teammate Josh Reaves said earlier this month. "He still just does amazing things on the court." Reaves is one of four other Nittany Lions averaging double-digit points, which certainly will pose a challenge for a Temple team that has lost five of its final seven games. Quinton Rose (15.1 points) is their top scorer and poured in 25 points as the Owls gave Wichita State a run in the quarterfinals of the American Athletic Conference Tournament.

TV: 8 p.m. ET, ESPNU

ABOUT TEMPLE (17-15): The Owls shoot just 42.5 percent as a team - a level of inconsistency epitomized by senior forward Obi Enechionyia, who shot a career-low 38.4 percent this season. Enechionyia was 1-of-3 for three points with four fouls against Wichita State and has failed to reach double-digit points in four of his last six games. Shizz Alston Jr., meanwhile, has had shooting performances of 3-of-13, 5-of-15 and 3-of-15 in the last six games, and Rose has been woeful from 3-point range for more than a month.

ABOUT PENN STATE (21-13): Carr endured one of his worst games of the season against Purdue in the Big Ten Tournament semifinals, shooting 4-of-18 and missing five of his six 3-point attempts in scoring only 12 points -- his first game with less than 15 points since Jan. 20. On the other hand, Shep Garner drained 6-of-8 3-pointers against Purdue -- he has a team-high 101 3s on the year - and recorded a career-high 33 points on 8-of-11 shooting. Reaves went 0-of-9 in that game and is 2-of-21 from the floor in the last two contests as part of a 21 percent shooting stretch over the last four outings.

TIP-INS

1. The winner of this game between fourth-seeded Penn State and fifth-seeded Temple will face either face top-seeded Notre Dame or eighth-seeded Hampton in the second round.

2. Temple has won 60 of the 92 all-time matchups.

3. In his last eight games, Rose is 7-of-37 from 3-point range.

PREDICTION: Penn State 64, Temple 61

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UC Davis Aggies vs. Utah Utes Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Utah has made it to the postseason for the fifth straight year but has had to settle for its second consecutive NIT appearance. The Runnin' Utes tip off play Wednesday night with a home game against Big West Conference regular-season champion UC Davis.


In its quadrant of the 32-team bracket, Utah is seeded second while the Aggies, an automatic qualifier, drew a No. 7 seed. The Utes did outperform expectations, finishing in a tie for third in the Pac-12 after being picked to finish seventh in the preseason, but they lost in the Pac-12 Tournament quarterfinals for the second straight year. Utah, though, has plenty of familiar company in the NIT with conference rivals USC, Oregon, Stanford and Washington joining it in the field. UC Davis entered the Big West Tournament as the No. 1 seed but wound up falling 55-52 to eventual champion Cal State Fullerton in the semifinals.

TV: 9 p.m. ET, ESPN3


ABOUT UC DAVIS (22-10): The Aggies, who moved up to the Division I ranks in 2004 and joined the Big West three years later, are making their third postseason appearance in the last four seasons, including a loss in the first round of the NCAA Tournament last March. UC Davis has overcome some hurdles to get here, most notably the suspension of leading scorer and rebounder Chima Moneke after an unspecified incident on Feb. 3. Still, the team is in the capable hands of guard T.J. Shorts, the Big West Player and Newcomer of the Year after averaging 15.0 points, 4.4 assists and 2.0 steals, and backcourt mate Siler Schneider, a second-team All-Big West selection, who averages 14.0 points.

ABOUT UTAH (19-11): The Utes had two All-Pac 12 selections in guard Justin Bibbins (team-high 14.6 points, 4.8 assists) and forward David Collette (12.9 points, 4.7 rebounds). Guard Sedrick Barefield (11.3 points) and forward Tyler Rawson (10.6) also average double figures, with the latter also pacing the team with 6.8 rebounds. The Utes average a modest 73.5 points but led the Pac-12 in scoring defense (68.7 points allowed) and field-goal percentage defense (41.7).


TIP-INS

1. Utah has won both previous meetings with UC Davis, with the most recent being a 94-60 home win on Nov. 15, 2013.

2. The Utes are 2-2 all-time in NIT home games, losing to visiting Boise State 73-68 in the first round last season.

3. If Utah wins Wednesday, it would host the winner of third-seeded LSU and sixth-seeded Louisiana in the second round Monday, while UC Davis would visit the victor should it win in Salt Lake City.


PREDICTION: Utah 76, UC Davis 66

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Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

14th March 2018 by Gracenote
Many teams enter the postseason NIT with a chip on their shoulder, but it seems Nebraska's might be larger than most - and with good reason. After being one of the last teams bounced from the NCAA Tournament bubble, the Cornhuskers drew a surprising No. 5 seed and will open the NIT at Mississippi State on Wednesday.


Nebraska is happy to be back in the postseason for the first time in four years, but after tying for fourth place in the Big Ten, they were stunned to learn their NIT seed on the heels of being left out of the NCAA Tournament field. "If there are 16 other teams ahead of us, I'd have a real problem with the committee on that," Nebraska coach Tim Miles told reporters. "I really do feel like we got slapped in the face. It is what it is. We can still do something about it. That's the good news.'' The Bulldogs are in the postseason for the first time since 2012 following a seventh-place finish in the SEC. The teams met in an exhibition game Oct. 22 with Nebraska escaping with a 76-72 road win at Mississippi State.

TV: 9 p.m. ET, ESPN2


ABOUT NEBRASKA (22-10): The Cornhuskers won eight of their last nine regular-season games to play their way onto the bubble, but a 77-58 loss to Michigan in their Big Ten Tournament opener relegated them to the NIT bracket. Nebraska hangs its hat on playing tough defense, especially on the perimeter, but the Cornhuskers also like to let it fly from 3-point range. Guards James Palmer Jr. (17.3 points) and Glynn Watson Jr. (10.5 points) along with forward Isaac Copeland Jr. (12.9 points, 6.2 rebounds) are the Huskers' three double-digit scorers, and all three have attempted more than 100 from 3-point range.

ABOUT MISSISSIPPI STATE (22-11): Like the Cornhuskers, the Bulldogs' turnaround has been focused on playing stingy defense. Guards Quinndary Weatherspoon (14.8 points, 5.8 rebounds) and Nick Weatherspoon (11.1 points) lead a quartet of double-digit scorers, and point guard Lamar Peters (10.1 points, 4.0 assists) has contributed more at the offensive end of late, averaging 23 points in two SEC Tournament games. The Bulldogs might have an edge in the paint with big men Aric Holman (10.5 points, 6.6 rebounds) and Abdul Ado (7.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.9 blocks).


TIP-INS

1. Mississippi State is 18-2 at home, including an 11-0 mark in non-conference games.

2. Nebraska's 226 3-point field goals are the third-most in program history and the Cornhuskers' most in 11 years.

3. The Bulldogs average 79.1 points in their wins compared with 62.9 points in their losses.


PREDICTION: Mississippi State 75, Nebraska 72

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Boise St. Broncos vs. Washington Huskies Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Washington had a decent NCAA Tournament resume through the first 23 games, but it struggled down the stretch and now attempts to make a run in the NIT when it hosts Boise State on Wednesday night in the first round. The fifth-seeded Huskies beat Kansas, Arizona State and Arizona en route to a 17-6 start but lost six of their final nine and dropped a 69-66 overtime decision to Oregon State in the first round of the Pac-12 Tournament.

First-year coach Mike Hopkins still steered Washington to its first 20-win season since 2011-12, when the Huskies made the NIT semifinals, and does not have a prominent senior on the team. "This is a great opportunity for our team to continue to play more games, get more practices in and continue to grow in this system and culture we are putting into place here at Washington," Hopkins said. "I'm very proud of the hard work they've put in to get to this point and to be rewarded by extending our season is a great chance to keep getting better." No. 4 seed Boise State makes its sixth appearance in the NIT and second straight after losing four of its last seven games, including an upset defeat against Utah State in the Mountain West quarterfinals, but earned 20 wins for the sixth straight season. First team All-Mountain West guard Chandler Hutchinson leads the way for the Broncos in scoring (19.3), rebounds (7.5) and assists (3.5).

TV: 10 p.m. ET, ESPN3

ABOUT BOISE STATE (23-8): Hutchinson, a 6-7 senior who led the Mountain West in scoring, has cooled off of late while connecting on 12-of-38 from the field over the last three games. Hutchinson is still the main man to stop, but senior guard Lexus Williams has stepped up in the last two games to average 23 points and five assists after scoring 6.3 per contest over the previous three. Senior forward Christian Sengfelder (11.7 points) has made 28-of-45 from the field the last six games and sophomore guard Justinian Jessup (11.7) also contribute offensively.

ABOUT WASHINGTON (20-12): Freshman guard Jaylen Nowell leads the team in scoring (15.8) but will have to heat up again after averaging 11 on 10-of-34 shooting in his last three contests. Junior forward Noah Dickerson averages 15.4 points - including 19.3 in his last three - and tops the team in rebounding (8.4) while connecting on 56.5 percent from the field. David Crisp (11.7 points, 3.1 assists) is scoring 14.7 points per game in the last three, and fellow junior guard Matisse Thybulle (10.9 points) is third in the nation with 2.9 steals per game.

TIP-INS

1. The Huskies have won eight of the nine all-time meetings, including the last matchup in 1999.

2. Boise State has won four road games against Power 5 schools in its history and all have been against the Pac-12.

3. Washington is 7-8 in eight previous NIT appearances, including 5-1 at home.

PREDICTION: Washington 78, Boise State 68

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Brigham Young Cougars vs. Stanford Cardinal Preview and Predictions 03-14-2018

13th March 2018 by Gracenote
Two of the most dynamic forwards in the West square off Wednesday in the first round of the NIT as Yoeli Childs and BYU visit Reid Travis and Stanford. The third-seeded Cardinal finished in a third-place tie in the Pac-12 standings while No. 6 seed BYU lost to Gonzaga in the West Coast Conference championship game.

Travis was named to the All-Pac-12 first team for the second consecutive season after finishing third in the league in scoring (19.5 points per game) and rebounding (8.5). The 6-8 junior provided valuable leadership to a young Stanford team that has four freshmen in the rotation, including point guard Daejon Davis, who is one assist away from tying Brevin Knight's school record of 150 as a freshman. Wednesday's key matchup figures to be in the frontcourt, where Travis will battle with Childs, a 6-8 sophomore who averages 18.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.9 blocks while shooting 54.8 percent from the field. The Utah native was named to the WCC All-Tournament team after averaging 25.0 points in three games, including a career-high 33 points in an 85-72 semifinal win over Saint Mary's.

TV: 10 p.m. ET, ESPNU

ABOUT BYU (24-10): Junior guard Elijah Bryant averages 17.9 points and was named to the All-WCC First Team but struggled in last Tuesday's 74-54 loss to Gonzaga, finishing with 11 points on 5-of-14 shooting. Sophomore guard TJ Haws averages 11.8 points and 4.2 assists for the Cougars, who finished third in the WCC with an 11-7 record and ranked fourth in the league in scoring defense, allowing 67.1 points per game. Coach Dave Rose relies heavily on the trio of Childs, Bryant and Haws but will also need key minutes from 6-10 forward Luke Worthington to slow down Stanford's formidable frontline.

ABOUT STANFORD (18-15): While the Cardinal offense revolves around Travis, the team has a balanced attack with five players averaging double figures in scoring, including senior wing Dorian Pickens (14.6 points) and freshman forward KZ Okpala (10.2). Pickens missed 10 games early in the season with a foot injury but was a major factor during league play, shooting 45.5 percent from 3-point range in 18 games. Senior forward Michael Humphrey averages 9.8 points and 6.8 boards with a team-high 31 blocks for the Cardinal, who won the NIT in 2012 and 2015.

TIP-INS

1. The winner advances to face either No. 2 seed Oklahoma State or No. 7 seed Florida Gulf Coast in the second round.

2. BYU holds a 6-2 lead in the series, including a 79-77 win in the last meeting on Dec. 20, 2014.

3. Stanford is coached by Jerod Haase, who was UAB's coach when BYU beat the Blazers in an NIT opening-round game in 2016.

PREDICTION: Stanford 78, BYU 73

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Charles Town - Race #2 - Post: 7:29pm - Claiming - 4.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $10,000 Class Rating: 85

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#3 CURVES THAT KICK (ML=5/1)
#1 RASTA FRIEND (BRZ) (ML=7/2)


CURVES THAT KICK - This horse probably isn't going to sit off the pace. He should bust out of the gate and be one of the first to hit that tight turn. Watch for him down the lane. The jockey and trainer combination have a lucrative ROI when they unite. Horse made up some ground down the stretch last time around the track on Feb 15th at Charles Town. That clash is better than it looked. RASTA FRIEND (BRZ) - Every now and then I take some time off, when I come back to the track I feel refreshed. I think it's the same with this gelding as he always seems to run well after a vacation. Dropping down in class figure points from his December 2nd race at Charles Town. Based on that data point, I will give this horse the advantage. Based on works, I look for this gelding to run a big race. This thoroughbred is at the top of my list of probable winners in this race. His speed, along with a favorable post on this tight track, should take him far in this one.

Vulnerable Contenders: #2 PHILIPPIAN (ML=2/1), #6 PORTENT (ML=4/1), #5 FIRE CONTROL (ML=9/2),

PHILIPPIAN - Hasn't been on the Charles Town oval in the last three weeks. Cause for some concern. PORTENT - 4/1 is not offering enough value for any horse in a sprint of 4 1/2 furlongs that hasn't hit the board in a short distance contest of late. Substandard speed rating last time around the track at Charles Town at 4 1/2 furlongs. Don't believe this vulnerable equine will improve too much in today's race. FIRE CONTROL - Garnered a disappointing speed rating last race out in a $5,000 Claiming race on February 15th. Doubtful to see an improved performance off of that figure.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#3 CURVES THAT KICK is going to be the play if we are getting 5/2 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [1,3]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Gulfstream Park

Gulfstream Park - Race 8

$1 Daily Double / $1 Exacta / $.50 Trifecta / $.10 Superfecta / $1 Super Hi 5 $.50 Bet 3 (Races 8-9-10) / $.50 Pick 4 (Races 8-9-10-11)


Claiming $20,000 • 1 Mile • Turf • Age 3 • CR: 80 • Purse: $30,000 • Post: 4:06P
(RAIL AT 84 FEET). FOR FILLIES THREE YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 120 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE AT A MILE OR OVER ON THE TURF SINCE FEBRUARY 14 ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $20,000 (RACES WHERE ENTERED FOR $16,000 OR LESS NOT CONSIDERED IN ALLOWANCES). (IF DEEMED INADVISABLE TO RUN THIS RACE OVER THE TURF COURSE, IT WILL BE RUN ON THE MAIN TRACK AT ONE MILE)
Contenders

Race Analysis
P#
Horse
Morn
Line

Accept
Odds


Race Type: Lone Trailer. LA NENA DE PAPA is the Lone Trailer of the race, but has been deemed a non-contender due to a low Platinum Figure or other overall low ratings. * KEY ANGLES * LITTLE BRIDGE: Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. DRAMA RUN: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. SARA'S DAY: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. FAST TRACK KATHERN: Horse's average winning distance is within half a furlong of today's distance (within 50 yards if a Qu arter Horse race). MADDY'S SALSA: Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Class Rating at the distance/surface.
3
LITTLE BRIDGE
3/1

6/1
7
DRAMA RUN
9/2

6/1
4
SARA'S DAY
8/1

7/1
2
FAST TRACK KATHERN
6/1

8/1
5
MADDY'S SALSA
7/2

10/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
7
DRAMA RUN
7

9/2
Front-runner
78

75

76.9

73.1

67.6
5
MADDY'S SALSA
5

7/2
Front-runner
78

67

73.5

62.9

52.9
3
LITTLE BRIDGE
3

3/1
Alternator/Front-runner
79

80

56.9

5.7

0.7
4
SARA'S DAY
4

8/1
Stalker
76

75

92.7

71.1

65.1
9
COSITA RICA
9

12/1
Stalker
75

66

68.9

63.0

51.0
2
FAST TRACK KATHERN
2

6/1
Alternator/Stalker
67

89

43.6

84.4

74.4
6
LA NENA DE PAPA
6

6/1
Trailer
64

70

56.2

61.0

44.0
8
CHARMING KID
8

20/1
Alternator/Non-contender
55

56

61.6

61.6

53.1
1
QUEEN LIZZIE
1

12/1
Alternator/Non-contender
62

61

53.1

27.5

12.0

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Sam Houston - Race #9 - Post: 4:18pm - Maiden Special - 8.5 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $20,000 Class Rating: 69

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#1 PAULA'S BUDDY (ML=4/1)
#4 TORNADO MAN (ML=8/5)


PAULA'S BUDDY - This pony should go right out to the early lead and may never look back. Could wire-to-wire the field. Have to give this thoroughbred a long hard look. In recent races, has posted the best speed figures on the turf at this distance. Taking a trip to a lower class rank; has the class ability to make his presence felt. PP data show this thoroughbred with three improving speed ratings. Rosier should be on a live one in today's race. TORNADO MAN - This racer coming off a good race in the last month is a solid contender in my book. He finished runner-up March 3rd, but was well clear of the show horse. This gelding's last speed figure is high enough to win here, I'll invest in him right back this time. I like horses that return to a similar class level after dropping at least 5 class pts like this one did last time around the track. I believe he'll be competitive at this level.

Vulnerable Contenders: #8 DONTMISSTHEPRIZE (ML=3/1), #3 PLAY THE PART (ML=6/1),

DONTMISSTHEPRIZE - Tough to support since I think a 'performance bounce' is in the works this time out. PLAY THE PART - I'd like to see better recent showings with morning line odds of 6/1. Tough to wager on any horse like this that didn't hit the board after the long breather and comes right back. The speed fig last time around the track doesn't fit very well in this event when I look at the class rating of today's event. Mark this entrant as a likely underpriced equine.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: Hal - TORNADO MAN - Registering a speed figure of 69 two back and then following up with a rating of 73 last race on Jan 15th, this gelding is ready to do some damage.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Play #1 PAULA'S BUDDY to win if you can get odds of 3/2 or more

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [1,4]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Louisiana Downs

Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 2 - Claiming - 870y on the Dirt. Purse: $4500 Class Rating: 67

QUARTER HORSE 870Y, FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 124 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000.


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# 5 MIGHTY BAG 3/1

# 2 HR MONEY MAKER 5/2

JUMPIN HIGH PUNCH looks very good to best this group and the potential return justifies the precarious nature of the long odds. Has to be carefully examined - I like the figures from the last outing. The average class fig alone makes this one a key contender. Overall, this trainer has been profitable at this distance/surface. HR MONEY MAKER - He has recorded quite good numbers under today's conditions and ought to fare well against this field. Will probably come out very strong - I have liked the way this gelding has moved swiftly to the lead recently.

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Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 9 - Claiming - 8.0f on the Turf. Purse: $18700 Class Rating: 99

FOR FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD. WEIGHT, 122 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE AT A MILE OR OVER SINCE FEBRUARY 14 ALLOWED 2 LBS. SUCH A RACE SINCE JANUARY 14 ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $16,000 (IF DEEMED INADVISABLE BY MANAGEMENT TO RUN THIS RACE OVER THE TURF COURSE, IT WILL BE RUN ON THE MAIN TRACK AT ONE MILE AND


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# 6 GREAT HARBOUR CAY 3/1

# 5 TAKETHATTOTHEBANK 9/2

# 10 FUNNY QUESTIONS 7/2

I've got to go with GREAT HARBOUR CAY. He has recorded very good figs under today's conditions and ought to fare well against this field. Lately Ferrer has been sizzling which may give the edge to this gelding. Has competitive speed figures and has to be considered for a wager in this event. TAKETHATTOTHEBANK - He has been racing admirably lately while recording very strong speed figs. Sienkewicz has him trained soundly to break quickly out of the starting gate. FUNNY QUESTIONS - The speed figure of 93 from his last race looks strong in here. Is worth serious consideration and may be a wager - strong speed figures (92 average) at today's distance and surface lately.

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Will Rogers Downs

Will Rogers Downs - Race 6

Exacta / Quinella / Trifecta (.50 Min.) / Pick 3 (Races 6-7-8)


Allowance • 1 Mile • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 77 • Purse: $25,080 • Post: 3:29P
FOR ACCREDITED OKLAHOMA-BREDS THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS.
Contenders

Race Analysis
P#
Horse
Morn
Line

Accept
Odds


Race Type: Paceless Race. There is no true early speed in this race. * KEY ANGLES * GOSPEL CARLO: Horse has a TrackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation. Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. SMOK'N POLICY: Horse racing off a layoff of 90+ days and trainer's win percentage with horses coming off a layoff is at least 25. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. KIRK OF DIAMONDS: Horse has a TrackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation. Horse has t he highest TrackMaster Power Rating.
2
GOSPEL CARLO
6/1

4/1
1
SMOK'N POLICY
5/1

9/2
4
KIRK OF DIAMONDS
1/1

5/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
2
GOSPEL CARLO
2

6/1
Stalker
76

72

73.4

65.0

60.5
3
CHEROKEE WAMPUM
3

5/2
Trailer
63

60

52.0

55.8

47.3
4
KIRK OF DIAMONDS
4

1/1
Trailer
72

70

48.3

71.1

67.6
1
SMOK'N POLICY
1

5/1
Trailer
79

72

40.0

68.2

61.7
5
GOSPEL GLITTER
5

10/1
Alternator/Non-contender
72

57

49.6

50.6

44.1

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Mike Wynn

Free Play: Free Pick Lamar +4½ Over Texas San Antonio

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Free Selection from Jim Feist

Jim Feist's Comp Pick, Wednesday, March 14, 2018



3/14 05:05 PM PT / 8:05 PM ET

NBA (603) WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS (604) BOSTON CELTICS

Take: (604) BOSTON CELTICS

Reason: Your free play for Wednesday, March 14, 2018 is in the NBA scheduled contest between the Washington Wizards and the Boston Celtics. Your FREE play is on the CELTICS.

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Wednesday's Free Selection is on the VGK

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YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR WEDNESDAY: TakeILL-CHICAGO -3½ over St Francis (PA)

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Wednesday's Free Selection: UC Davis/Utah under 139 1/2

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Wednesday's Free Selection: Texas-San Antonio Roadrunners - 3 1/2

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Wednesday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: San Francisco - 7

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Wednesday's Free Selection: Miami-Ohio Redhawks + 1

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Lee's Free Wednesday Selection Is

LSU -4½

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Your free winner for Wednesday: Take UL-LAFAYETTE +4½ over LSU

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Free Play: Mississippi State -4

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Wednesday's Free Pick: New York Rangers + 175

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Free Pick Boston -1'

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FREE play: WED Ariz ST - 1 1/2

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FREE PICK 3/14 CBB CANISIUS -4 1/2

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Free Pick the Utah Utes -12½ over UC Davis

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Your free winner for Wednesday: Take NORTH TEXAS +13 over South Dakota

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Free Selection for Wednesday: Jacksonville State Gamecocks + 4 1/2

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Un 143.5 ASU/Syr - NCAAB

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Wednesday's NCAA Tournament First Four betting preview and odds

The Arizona State Sun Devils averaged 91.8 points on 50.8 percent shooting from the field and 42.4 beyond the arc during their season-opening 12-game winning streak.

The NCAA Tournament continues Wednesday night with a pair of play-in games - the NCAA definitely doesn't want you to call them "play-in" games but they are definitely play-in games. The battle of potential No. 16 seeds has NC Central taking on Texas Southern and Arizona St. and Syracuse will battle for the right to take on TCU as a No. 11 seed in the Big Dance.

First Four games to be played at University of Dayton Arena in Dayton, Ohio.

(16) Texas Southern Tigers vs (16) North Carolina Central Eagles (+5, 146.5)

March Madness Betting Breakdown: No. 16 Texas Southern vs. No. 16 NC Central
North Carolina Central takes on Texas Southern in the No. 16 play-in game with a spot in the Round of 64 of the NCAA tournament on the line Wednesday night.

Texas Southern has embraced taking on college basketball's heavyweights early in recent seasons in hopes it pays off in March, but this year the program took that philosophy to the extreme. Making their fourth NCAA Tournament appearance in the last five seasons, the Tigers attempt to snag their first ever victory in the Big Dance on Wednesday in a First Four matchup in Dayton, Ohio, against fellow West Region No. 16 seed North Carolina Central.

Taking on six eventual NCAA Tournament teams over the course of playing its first 13 games on the road while facing the country's most difficult non-conference schedule according to KenPom.com, Texas Southern did not win its first game until opening up Southwestern Athletic Conference play on New Year's Day. The Tigers found their groove late, however, ending the regular season with four straight wins before registering double-digit victories in each of their three games during the conference tournament. The Eagles took a polar opposite approach to their third NCAA tournament appearance in the past five years, facing only one major-conference school (Illinois) before posting a 9-7 mark and finishing sixth in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. North Carolina Central marched into the Big Dance for the second straight season Saturday, upsetting top-seeded Hampton to secure the league's automatic berth.

TV: 6:40 p.m. ET, truTV

LINE HISTORY: Texas Southern opened as 5-point favorites for this matchup and the total hit betting boards at 146.5. As of Tuesday afternoon neither of these numbers has moved.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT TEXAS SOUTHERN: SWAC Tournament MVP Demontrae Jefferson (team-high marks of 23.4 points and 4.5 assists) - a 5-7 sophomore who missed nine games this season for a variety of reasons, including an early suspension and the passing of his father - scored at least 15 points in 24 of 25 games this season. Massachusetts transfer Donte Clark (18.6 points) erupted for 41 points during one of Jefferson's absences and is averaging 23.6 points over the last five contests. Trayvon Reed (9.7 points) ranks second in the conference in rebounds (8.8) and first in blocks (3.0), while part-time starter Marquis Salmon (5.3 points, 6.2 boards) collected 48 rebounds over a three-game span prior to playing a limited role in the SWAC title game.

ABOUT NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL: Although the Eagles boast All-MEAC second-team center Raasean Davis (team-high marks of 15.0 points and 8.0 rebounds), nearly 40 percent of their scoring comes from their bench as 12 players average at least 10 minutes per game. Davis, a 6-9, 240-pound Kent State transfer who led the MEAC in field-goal percentage (66.7) and fourth in rebounding, proved to be a terror during the final three games of the conference, averaging 15 points and 13.3 boards. Guards Reggie Gardner Jr. (11.2 points, team-high 74 3-pointers) and Jordan Perkins (8.4 points, team-high 5.4 assists), who tallied 13 points and nine assists in the conference title game and handed out a career-high 14 assists earlier in the season, each landed on the all-conference rookie team.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Tigers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games overall.
* Eagles are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
* Over is 4-0 in Tigers' last 4 NCAA Tournament games.
* Under is 17-4-1 in Eagles' last 22 neutral site games.

CONSENSUS: The early Covers consensus data shows 59 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Texas Southern, while 53 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(11) Syracuse Orange vs (11) Arizona State Sun Devils (-1.5, 143.5)

March Madness Betting Breakdown: No. 11 Arizona State vs. No. 11 Syracuse
Arizona State (-1.5) battles Syracuse in the No. 11 play-in game Wednesday for a spot in the Round of 64 for the NCAA tournament.

Arizona State defeated four eventual NCAA Tournament teams en route to a school-record 12-0 start, but Pac-12 play proved to be a different animal. The Sun Devils hope to resume their dominant play in non-conference action when they meet fellow Midwest Region No. 11 seed Syracuse in a First Four matchup Wednesday in Dayton, Ohio.

The last team in the country to suffer its first loss, Arizona State defeated two eventual No. 1 seeds in the Big Dance - Kansas and Xavier - as well as NCAA Tournament teams San Diego State and Kansas State. The Sun Devils dropped their first game at Arizona on Dec. 30 and were unable to recapture their earlier success, never winning more than three in a row before finishing with an 8-10 conference record and losses in five of their last six. The Orange, who were tabbed by NCAA Tournament committee chair Bruce Rasmussen as the last at-large team into the field, endured a similar path with an 8-10 mark in the ACC after rolling to an 11-2 record during the non-league portion of their schedule. Despite finishing in a tie for 10th in its conference, Syracuse proved itself in the eyes of the committee with a top-20 strength of schedule (14th entering Sunday) and four wins against top-50 RPI teams.

TV: 9:10 p.m. ET, truTV

LINE HISTORY: The pointspread for this First Four matchup opened as a Pick 'Em but steady action on the Sun Devils has pushed the line to 1.5 in their direction. The total hit betting boards at 142.5 and has been bumped up slightly to 143.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT SYRACUSE: The success of the Orange depends greatly on the success of Tyus Battle (19.8 points), Frank Howard (15.0) and Oshae Brissett (14.7), who rank first, second and sixth in the country in minutes per game and account for 73.3 percent of the team's scoring. Battle has reached double figures in all but one game this season but has failed to shoot 40 percent from the floor in seven of the last eight contests, including a 14-for-50 showing over the last three games. Howard is also slumping of late, failing to shoot over 30 percent from the field in four of his last five outings - including a 10-for-38 stretch beyond the arc over that span.

ABOUT ARIZONA STATE: The Sun Devils averaged 91.8 points on 50.8 percent shooting from the field and 42.4 beyond the arc during their season-opening winning streak before cooling off the tune of 78.3, 43.7 and 32.9, respectively, over the last 19 contests. Part of the falloff can be attributed to the decline of leading scorer Tra Holder (18.4 points), who averaged 21.4 points during their undefeated start - including a career-high 40 points against Xavier and 29 against Kansas - and only 16.6 the rest of the way. Fellow senior guards Shannon Evans II (16.6) knocked down a conference-high 91 3-pointers, while Kodi Justice (12.6) went over 1,000 career points last weekend and has buried multiple triples in six of his last seven outings.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Orange are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 NCAA Tournament games.
* Sun Devils are 10-1 ATS in their last 11 non-conference games.
* Over is 6-1 in Orange's last 7 vs. Pacific-12.
* Over is 4-1 in Sun Devils' last 5 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: The early consensus shows 56 percent of selections siding with the underdog Syracuse Orange, while 58 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.

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NCAAB
Dunkel

Wednesday, March 14


NC Central @ Texas Southern

Game 609-610
March 14, 2018 @ 6:40 pm

Dunkel Rating:
NC Central
43.410
Texas Southern
45.967
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Texas Southern
by 2 1/2
141
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Texas Southern
by 5
148
Dunkel Pick:
NC Central
(+5); Under

Arizona State @ Syracuse

Game 611-612
March 14, 2018 @ 9:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Arizona State
63.216
Syracuse
64.338
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Syracuse
by 1
137
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Arizona State
by 2
143
Dunkel Pick:
Syracuse
(+2); Under

Harvard @ Marquette

Game 613-614
March 14, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Harvard
54.639
Marquette
69.806
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Marquette
by 15 1/2
153
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Marquette
by 11 1/2
147
Dunkel Pick:
Marquette
(-11 1/2); Over

LA-Lafayette @ LSU

Game 615-616
March 14, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA-Lafayette
58.725
LSU
65.819
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
LSU
by 7
165
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LSU
by 4
160 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
LSU
(-4); Over

Temple @ Penn State

Game 617-618
March 14, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Temple
58.605
Penn State
65.512
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Penn State
by 7
140
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Penn State
by 10
145
Dunkel Pick:
Temple
(+10); Under

Nebraska @ Mississippi State

Game 619-620
March 14, 2018 @ 9:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Nebraska
65.243
Mississippi State
64.118
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Nebraska
by 1
136
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Mississippi State
by 4
142 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Nebraska
(+4); Under

Cal Davis @ Utah

Game 621-622
March 14, 2018 @ 9:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Cal Davis
52.342
Utah
67.408
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Utah
by 15
145
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Utah
by 12 1/2
139 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Utah
(-12 1/2); Over

Brigham Young @ Stanford

Game 623-624
March 14, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Brigham Young
58.204
Stanford
63.769
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Stanford
by 5 1/2
156
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Stanford
by 2 1/2
149
Dunkel Pick:
Stanford
(-2 1/2); Over

Boise State @ Washington

Game 625-626
March 14, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Boise State
60.298
Washington
61.338
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Washington
by 1
142
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Boise State
by 1
149
Dunkel Pick:
Washington
(+1); Under

Colgate @ San Francisco

Game 633-634
March 14, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Colgate
50.466
San Francisco
54.634
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Francisco
by 4
134
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
San Francisco
by 7 1/2
140 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Colgate
(+7 1/2); Under

North Texas @ South Dakota

Game 635-636
March 14, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
North Texas
46.734
South Dakota
62.659
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
South Dakota
by 16
154
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
South Dakota
by 13
147 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
South Dakota
(-13); Over

Mercer @ Grand Canyon

Game 637-638
March 14, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Mercer
52.325
Grand Canyon
60.945
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Grand Canyon
by 8 1/2
144
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Grand Canyon
by 6
No Total
Dunkel Pick:
Grand Canyon
(-6); N/A

Miami-OH @ Campbell

Game 639-640
March 14, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Miami-OH
50.208
Campbell
53.679
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Campbell
by 3 1/2
152
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Campbell
by 1
144
Dunkel Pick:
Campbell
(-1); Over

TX-Rio Grande @ New Orleans

Game 641-642
March 14, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
TX-Rio Grande
41.076
New Orleans
46.639
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
New Orleans
by 5 1/2
159
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
New Orleans
by 2
151 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
New Orleans
(-2); Over

Central Arkansas @ Seattle

Game 643-644
March 14, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Central Arkansas
48.131
Seattle
51.034
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Seattle
by 3
154
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Seattle
by 6
160 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Central Arkansas
(+6); Under

Jacksonville St @ Canisius

Game 645-646
March 14, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Jacksonville St
52.467
Canisius
54.596
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Canisius
by 2
137
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Canisius
by 4 1/2
144 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Jacksonville St
(+4 1/2); Under

St. Francis-PA @ Illinois-Chicago

Game 649-650
March 14, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
St. Francis-PA
00.000
Illinois-Chicago
00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
St. Francis-PA

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
St. Francis-PA

Dunkel Pick:
St. Francis-PA
( );

Niagara @ Eastern Michigan

Game 651-652
March 14, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Niagara
00.000
Eastern Michigan
00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Niagara

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Niagara

Dunkel Pick:
Niagara
( );

Lamar @ TX-San Antonio

Game 653-654
March 14, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Lamar
00.000
TX-San Antonio
00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Lamar

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Lamar

Dunkel Pick:
Lamar
( );

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NCAAB
Long Sheet

Wednesday, March 14

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NC CENTRAL (19 - 15) vs. TEXAS SOUTHERN (15 - 19) - 3/14/2018, 6:40 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NC CENTRAL is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NC CENTRAL is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
NC CENTRAL is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
NC CENTRAL is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
NC CENTRAL is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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ARIZONA ST (20 - 11) vs. SYRACUSE (20 - 13) - 3/14/2018, 9:10 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ARIZONA ST is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) after a conference game this season.
ARIZONA ST is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
ARIZONA ST is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) in non-conference games this season.
SYRACUSE is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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HARVARD (18 - 13) at MARQUETTE (19 - 13) - 3/14/2018, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
HARVARD is 46-74 ATS (-35.4 Units) off a loss against a conference rival since 1997.
HARVARD is 30-15 ATS (+13.5 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
HARVARD is 30-15 ATS (+13.5 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
HARVARD is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) after a conference game this season.
HARVARD is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
HARVARD is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
HARVARD is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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LA-LAFAYETTE (27 - 6) at LSU (17 - 14) - 3/14/2018, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LA-LAFAYETTE is 11-24 ATS (-15.4 Units) as a road underdog of 3.5 to 6 points since 1997.
LA-LAFAYETTE is 30-13 ATS (+15.7 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game after 15+ games since 1997.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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TEMPLE (17 - 15) at PENN ST (21 - 13) - 3/14/2018, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TEMPLE is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in road games after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
TEMPLE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.
TEMPLE is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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NEBRASKA (22 - 10) at MISSISSIPPI ST (22 - 11) - 3/14/2018, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEBRASKA is 97-131 ATS (-47.1 Units) in road games since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 97-131 ATS (-47.1 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 21-40 ATS (-23.0 Units) in road games in March games since 1997.
MISSISSIPPI ST is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) in home games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
MISSISSIPPI ST is 63-40 ATS (+19.0 Units) in home games off a loss against a conference rival since 1997.
MISSISSIPPI ST is 105-77 ATS (+20.3 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 22-8 ATS (+13.2 Units) in all games this season.
NEBRASKA is 22-8 ATS (+13.2 Units) in all lined games this season.
NEBRASKA is 15-4 ATS (+10.6 Units) after a conference game this season.
NEBRASKA is 18-5 ATS (+12.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
NEBRASKA is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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CAL DAVIS (22 - 10) at UTAH (19 - 11) - 3/14/2018, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) as a favorite this season.
UTAH is 23-7 ATS (+15.3 Units) as a home favorite of 12.5 to 15 points since 1997.
UTAH is 154-112 ATS (+30.8 Units) in all home games since 1997.
UTAH is 154-112 ATS (+30.8 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
UTAH is 32-17 ATS (+13.3 Units) in a home game where the total is 135 to 139.5 since 1997.
UTAH is 108-76 ATS (+24.4 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
CAL DAVIS is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 2 seasons.
CAL DAVIS is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in road games after scoring 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.


Head-to-Head Series History
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BYU (24 - 10) at STANFORD (18 - 15) - 3/14/2018, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BYU is 66-111 ATS (-56.1 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
BYU is 23-43 ATS (-24.3 Units) in road games in March games since 1997.
BYU is 38-63 ATS (-31.3 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
BYU is 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) in road games in first round tournament games since 1997.
BYU is 90-136 ATS (-59.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
STANFORD is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
STANFORD is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
BYU is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) off a loss against a conference rival this season.


Head-to-Head Series History
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WASHINGTON (20 - 12) at BOISE ST (23 - 8) - 3/14/2018, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 23-35 ATS (-15.5 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 23-35 ATS (-15.5 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 12-22 ATS (-12.2 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 15-26 ATS (-13.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 5-19 ATS (-15.9 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
BOISE ST is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) in home games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
BOISE ST is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.


Head-to-Head Series History
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COLGATE (19 - 13) at SAN FRANCISCO (18 - 15) - 3/14/2018, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN FRANCISCO is 87-126 ATS (-51.6 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
SAN FRANCISCO is 32-52 ATS (-25.2 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.


Head-to-Head Series History
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N TEXAS (15 - 17) at S DAKOTA (26 - 8) - 3/14/2018, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
S DAKOTA is 18-9 ATS (+8.1 Units) in all games this season.
S DAKOTA is 18-9 ATS (+8.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
S DAKOTA is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when the total is 150 to 159.5 this season.
S DAKOTA is 15-8 ATS (+6.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
S DAKOTA is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
S DAKOTA is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
S DAKOTA is 21-10 ATS (+10.0 Units) after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
N TEXAS is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) in road games this season.
N TEXAS is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) in road lined games this season.


Head-to-Head Series History
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MERCER (18 - 14) at GRAND CANYON (22 - 11) - 3/14/2018, 10:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.


Head-to-Head Series History
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MIAMI OHIO (16 - 17) at CAMPBELL (16 - 15) - 3/14/2018, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI OHIO is 19-11 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all games this season.
MIAMI OHIO is 19-11 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
MIAMI OHIO is 15-7 ATS (+7.3 Units) as an underdog this season.
MIAMI OHIO is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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UTRGV (15 - 17) at NEW ORLEANS (15 - 16) - 3/14/2018, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ORLEANS is 13-30 ATS (-20.0 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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C ARKANSAS (17 - 16) at SEATTLE (20 - 13) - 3/14/2018, 10:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.


Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.




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JACKSONVILLE ST (21 - 12) at CANISIUS (21 - 11) - 3/14/2018, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CANISIUS is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all games this season.
CANISIUS is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
CANISIUS is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) as a favorite this season.
CANISIUS is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in all home games this season.
CANISIUS is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in home lined games this season.
CANISIUS is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) after a conference game this season.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 18-9 ATS (+8.1 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 27-15 ATS (+10.5 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 27-15 ATS (+10.5 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE ST is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in a road game where the total is 145 to 149.5 since 1997.
CANISIUS is 18-35 ATS (-20.5 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.


Head-to-Head Series History
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NIAGARA (19 - 13) at E MICHIGAN (21 - 12) - 3/14/2018, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.


Head-to-Head Series History
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ST FRANCIS-PA (18 - 12) at IL-CHICAGO (17 - 15) - 3/14/2018, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IL-CHICAGO is 118-88 ATS (+21.2 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 26-11 ATS (+13.9 Units) as a home favorite of 3.5 to 6 points since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) in March games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 48-29 ATS (+16.1 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 47-29 ATS (+15.1 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
IL-CHICAGO is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game this season.


Head-to-Head Series History
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TX-SAN ANTONIO (19 - 14) at LAMAR (19 - 13) - 3/14/2018, 9:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.


Head-to-Head Series History
LAMAR is 1-0 straight up against TX-SAN ANTONIO over the last 3 seasons

[Can'tPickAWinner]

NCAAB

Wednesday, March 14

Wednesday
Texas Southern (-4) vs North Carolina Central
Texas Southern started this season 0-13 with a ridiculous streak of guarantee games against big-name teams; 11 of the 13 teams are ranked in top 120. Tigers are in NCAA’s for 4th time in five years; they’re coached by former Indiana coach Davis, start frosh/soph G’s. TSU won its last seven games, North Carolina Central won its last five. NCC finished 6th in MEAC; they play slow (#320) pace, TSU plays fast (#35). Eagles start two freshman G’s. NCC is 16-11 vs teams ranked below #200- they beat SWAC’s Southern 80-67. MEAC teams are 3-4 in play-in games; SWAC teams are 1-7.

Arizona State (-1) vs Syracuse
Syracuse won its first NCAA tourney game last seven times they were in, with last first-round loss in ’06 to Texas A&M, but they were usually a very high seed. Orange did get to Final Four as a 10-seed two years ago. Syracuse finished T10 in ACC this year; they play slow (#342) pace, are 3-5 in last eight games- their bench plays fewest minutes in country- they have no senior starters. Arizona State went 8-11 in Pac-12 after being 12-0 at Christmas; they lost five of last six games, start three seniors. Sun Devils play fast (#36) pace. ASU is 10-9 vs top 100 teams; Syracuse is 5-9 vs top 50 teams.

Wednesday’s other tournaments
To me, these games are a crapshoot; there is no way of knowing which teams will come to compete, and which teams will just go through the motions.

Exhibit A: USC’s best player Chimezie Metu chose not to play Tuesday nite, because he’s going to the NBA and he doesn’t want to get hurt.

Marquette won five of its last seven games; they’re #312 experience team that is 6-0 vs teams ranked outside top 100. Golden Eagles shoot 41.5% outside arc (#3)- they went 9-9 in Big East, which ain’t bad. Harvard lost Ivy League title game Sunday afternoon; they won 12 of last 15 games, are 4-9 outside Ivy League, 0-4 vs top 100 teams, losing by 18-16-9-6 points.

UL-Lafayette is 27-6, winning 24 of last 28 games; they’re 8-3 outside Sun Belt, losing by 18 at Ole Miss in only SEC game this year. Ragin’ Cajuns will be excited to play LSU, who they last played eight years ago, losing 66-58. ULL is #51 experience team, starting three juniors, two seniors. LSU won its last six home games but lost three of last four games overall.

Penn State lost four of its last six games; they’re #243 experience team, 10-3 outside Big 14, albeit against #324 NC schedule. Nittany Lions are 15-6 vs teams ranked outside the top 50. Temple lost five of its last seven games; they’re 3-7 vs top 50 teams, but two of the wins were back in November. Owls lost their last three true road games, by 7-6-18 points.

Mississippi State lost three of last four games; they’re #326 experience team that is 11-1 outside SEC, with only loss by 15 at Cincinnati- their non-SEC schedule is 345th out of 351 in nation. Nebraska won eight of its last ten games; they’re 10-5 outside Big 14 (#271 NC sked). Huskers won three of last four true road games. Last three years, Big 14 teams are 14-8 SU vs SEC foes.

Utah won six of last eight games but lost by hoop to Oregon in first round of Pac-12 tourney; Utes are #35 experience team that is 8-3 outside Pac-12- they beat Hawai’i by 20 in only game vs Big West team this season. Cal-Davis won six of last seven games; since Feb 1, they’ve won three games in either double or triple OT. Aggies split pair of Pac-12 tilts against Washington schools.

BYU split its last six games, upsetting St Mary’s in WCC semis but losing by 20 in finals; Cougars are 11-2 outside WCC, but lost by 12 at home to Utah in only Pac-12 game this year. BYU lost four of its last six road games. Stanford won five of its last seven games; they’re 6-7 outside the Pac-12 (NC sked #69); they beat USF by 12, Pacific by 9 in two games vs WCC foes this season.

Washington lost six of its last nine games but they won five of last six home games; Huskies are #304 experience team that is 10-3 outside Pac-12 (NC sked #169)- they force turnovers 21.1% of time. Boise State is 4-3 in its last seven games; they’re #70 experience team that is 15-1 at home this year, with only loss to Nevada. Broncos won by 3 at Oregon in their only Pac-12 game.

Colgate went 12-6, finishing 2nd in Patriot League, losing to Bucknell in tourney final. Raiders won five of last six games; they’re 1-7 vs teams ranked in top 200, with only win by 5 over UMBC back in November. San Francisco is #266 experience team that is 7-5 outside WCC; Dons are 9-2 vs teams ranked outside top 200. Colgate is 19-13, their first winning season in a decade.

South Dakota won seven of last nine games; they’re #139 experience team that plays pace #67. Coyotes are 9-4 outside Summit League; they beat Southern Miss by 13 in only game vs C-USA opponent this year. North Texas went 8-10 in C-USA this year after going 9-27 last two years; Mean Green lost seven of last eight games, with six losses by 6 or fewer points, or in OT.

Grand Canyon gets great crowd support; they lost WAC final by 14 to New Mexico St, their first loss in last six games. Antelopes are 10-5 outside WAC (NC sked #346); teams shoot 26.7% on arc against them (#1st in nation). Mercer won eight of its last nine games; they’re experience team #12 that is 5-6 outside SoCon. Bears play pace #339, one of slowest in country.

Campbell won four of last seven games; they went 10-8 in Big South; Camels are 4-7 vs teams ranked in top 200- they won seven of last eight home games. Miami OH lost seven of its last ten games; Red Hawks are #322 experience team that plays #244 pace- they’re 5-6 outside MAC. Miami lost four of its last five road games, with their last true three road games all going OT.

Rio Grande Valley lost five of last six games; they’re #133 experience team that plays pace #9- despite that, their eFG% is #343. Vaqueros are 2-1 vs Southland teams this year, losing 111-106 to Nicholls St, then sweeping a pair with Corpus Christi. New Orleans lost six of last nine games; Privateers are 0-8 vs D-I teams outside Southland, but they played NC schedule #3; they turn ball over 22.4% of the time.

Central Arkansas won four of last five games, but lost to SF Austin in Southland semis; Bears are 5-7 outside Southland, 1-11 vs teams ranked in top 200- they play pace #17, are coached by guy who was interim coach at Arizona after Lute Olson retired. Seattle lost four of last five games; they’re 8-6 outside Southland. Redhawks won last six home games, including one vs N Mex St.

Long road trip from Alabama to frigid Buffalo; Jacksonville State hasn’t played in 12 days since semi-final loss to Murray State in OVC semis. Gamecocks are #61 experience team that is 8-4 outside OVC- they lost three of last four true road games. Canisius won 17 of last 21 games, but got upset in Quinnipiac in MAAC tourney; Griffins are #262 experience team- they lost by 8 at Tennessee State in only game vs an OVC opponent.

St Francis won five of last six games; they’re 4-5 outside NEC, 16-6 vs teams ranked outside top 200. Red Flash is #240 experience team; they’re 3-1 in OT games. Ill-Chicago lost four of its last six games, giving up 82.3 ppg in last three games; Flames are 3-8 outside Horizon- they turn ball over 20.9% of time. UIC is 14-3 this season against teams ranked outside top 200.

Niagara lost three of last four games with Scott injured; Eagles haven’t played in 11 days, so no idea if he’ll be back here. Niagara won six of last nine road games; they’re 7-6 outside MAAC, but lost by 19 at home to Buffalo in only game vs MAC opponent. Eastern Michigan plays 2-3 zone like Syracuse; they won seven of last eight games, are #120 experience team, 6-4 outside MAC.

Tex-San Antonio won nine of last 12 games; Roadrunners are #305 experience team that plays pace #33- they’re 4-6 outside C-USA, winning by 14-16 points in their two games vs Southland opponents. Lamar is #6 experience team; they start four seniors, one junior. Cardinals are 4-5 outside Southland, winning by 14 at UTEP in their one game against a Conference USA foe.

[Can'tPickAWinner]

NCAAB

Wednesday, March 14

Trend Report

TEXAS SOUTHERN @ NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL
TEXAS SOUTHERN

No trends to report
NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL

No trends to report
HARVARD @ MARQUETTE
HARVARD

The total has gone OVER in 5 of Harvard's last 5 games on the road
Harvard is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games
MARQUETTE

The total has gone OVER in 7 of Marquette's last 9 games
Marquette is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE @ LSU
LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE

Louisiana-Lafayette is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games on the road
Louisiana-Lafayette is 17-3 SU in its last 20 games
LSU

LSU is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games at home
LSU is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
NIAGARA @ EASTERN MICHIGAN
NIAGARA

The total has gone OVER in 5 of Niagara's last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Niagara's last 6 games on the road
EASTERN MICHIGAN

Eastern Michigan is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Eastern Michigan is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
MIAMI-OHIO @ CAMPBELL
MIAMI-OHIO

The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Miami-Ohio's last 5 games
Miami-Ohio is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games on the road
CAMPBELL

No trends to report
JACKSONVILLE STATE @ CANISIUS
JACKSONVILLE STATE

The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Jacksonville State's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Jacksonville State's last 7 games
CANISIUS

Canisius is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
Canisius is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games at home
TEMPLE @ PENN STATE
TEMPLE

Temple is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Penn State
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Temple's last 11 games on the road
PENN STATE

Penn State is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
Penn State is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Temple
ST. FRANCIS-PENNSYLVANIA @ UIC
ST. FRANCIS-PENNSYLVANIA

No trends to report
UIC

The total has gone OVER in 5 of UIC's last 5 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 5 of UIC's last 5 games
UTSA @ LAMAR
UTSA

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of UTSA's last 6 games
UTSA is 9-3 ATS in its last 12 games
LAMAR

No trends to report
NORTH TEXAS @ SOUTH DAKOTA
NORTH TEXAS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of North Texas's last 5 games
North Texas is 11-3 ATS in its last 14 games on the road
SOUTH DAKOTA

South Dakota is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
South Dakota is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games
UTRGV @ NEW ORLEANS
UTRGV

UTRGV is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
UTRGV is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games on the road
NEW ORLEANS

No trends to report
NEBRASKA @ MISSISSIPPI STATE
NEBRASKA

Nebraska is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games on the road
Nebraska is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games
MISSISSIPPI STATE

Mississippi State is 21-2 SU in its last 23 games at home
Mississippi State is 10-3 ATS in its last 13 games
UC DAVIS @ UTAH
UC DAVIS

UC Davis is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games on the road
UC Davis is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games
UTAH

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Utah's last 6 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Utah's last 9 games
SYRACUSE @ ARIZONA STATE
SYRACUSE

Syracuse is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
ARIZONA STATE

Arizona State is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
Arizona State is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
BYU @ STANFORD
BYU

The total has gone OVER in 7 of BYU's last 9 games
BYU is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games
STANFORD

Stanford is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Stanford is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games at home
BOISE STATE @ WASHINGTON
BOISE STATE

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Boise State's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boise State's last 8 games
WASHINGTON

The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Washington's last 11 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of Washington's last 18 games
COLGATE @ SAN FRANCISCO
COLGATE

No trends to report
SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of San Francisco's last 6 games at home
MERCER @ GRAND CANYON
MERCER

No trends to report
GRAND CANYON

Grand Canyon is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Grand Canyon is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
CENTRAL ARKANSAS @ SEATTLE
CENTRAL ARKANSAS

No trends to report
SEATTLE

Seattle is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Seattle is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games

[Can'tPickAWinner]

NCAA Tournament's biggest betting mismatches: Opening round
Monty Andrews

It's the betting week that most of us look forward to all year - March Madness opening weekend! Monty Andrews is here to break down some of the underlying betting mismatches for the opening two days of the NCAA Tournament, giving you an inside edge when handicapping the schedule.

South Region

Davidson Wildcats (12) vs. Kentucky Wildcats (5) (-5.5, 143)

Davidson's dead-eye foul shooting vs. Kentucky's free-throw funk

It's an all-Wildcats battle in South Region opening-round action, as fifth-seeded Kentucky looks to vanquish trendy pick Davidson. But give the underdogs a major edge when it comes to converting free throws; the school best known for producing super-sniper Steph Curry can still knock down shots, making a whopping 79.7 of their foul shots during the season - the third-best rate in the nation. Sensational senior Peyton Aldridge hit nearly 85 percent of his free throws en route to a 21.5-ppg scoring average.

By comparison, John Calipari's Wildcats were abysmal from the line, converting just 69.7 percent of their attempts - ranking just inside the top 250 nationally. While Kentucky's top two scorers - Kevin Knox and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - both shoot better than 76 percent from the stripe, the other two Wildcats to average in double figures - PJ Washington and Ham-dou Diallo - come in below 63 percent. If Kentucky isn't better from the line Thursday, Davidson could be the next No. 12 seed to shock the world.

Loyola-Chicago Ramblers (11) vs. Miami Hurricanes (6) (-1.5, 134)

Loyola-Chicago's incredible discipline vs. Miami's struggles to draw fouls

Loyola-Chicago is in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 32 years - and it has eyes on an upset as it takes on the Hurricanes in a game oddsmakers expect to be a close one. The Ramblers have a decisive advantage when it comes to fouls, coming into March Madness as one of the most disciplined teams in the nation. Loyola-Chicago's 13.8 personal fouls per game ranks behind only Notre Dame, while its 456 total fouls are fourth-fewest among Division I schools.

Miami showed impressive discipline itself - averaging just 16.3 fouls per game, good for 53rd nationally - but couldn't draw opposing infractions well at all. Teams averaged just 16.5 personal fouls against the Hurricanes in 2017-18, ranking outside the top 300 in the country. In a game where fouls and free throws could very well decide things, Loyola-Chicago is in terrific position to triumph in its first NCAA Tournament appearance in more than three decades.

West Region

UNC-Greensboro Spartans (13) vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs (4) (-12.5, 136)

UNC-Greensboro's slow starts vs. Bulldogs' first-half scoring bonanza

Gonzaga has become a fixture as a high seed in the NCAA Tournament - and the Bulldogs are expected to reach the second round this year as they open against the Southern Conference champions. This one could be over early if the Spartans can't overcome their early-game struggles; UNC-Greensboro averaged just 33.5 first-half points per game, ranking 201st in the country. They were saved by the fact that they allowed just 29.1 first-half points on average - but Gonzaga will present a much stiffer challenge.

The Bulldogs were relentless in the first half of games this season, averaging 40.2 points prior to the break - the 10th-best rate in the country. And Gonzaga was even more prolific in the West Coast Conference Tournament, scoring 46 first-half points in a one-sided win over Loyola-Marymount and pouring in 48 points over the first 20 minutes of a 28-point rout of San Francisco. If Gonzaga catches fire early on, there might not be anything UNC-Greensboro can do to rally in the second half.

East Region

Butler Bulldogs (10) vs. Arkansas Razorbacks (7) (+1.5, 152)

Butler's porous long-range D vs. Arkansas' sensational 3-point shooting

The Razorbacks might be the lower seed in the East Region first-round matchup, but they're a slight underdog in the eyes of oddsmakers as they take on the Bulldogs in Detroit. The 'Hogs might want to consider ratcheting up the long-range shots against a Bulldogs team that was frustratingly bad at defending shots from 3-point range. Butler allowed opposing teams to connect at a 37.4-percent rate from deep in 2017-18, ranking it outside the top 300 in the country.

Given that fact, Arkansas' best shot at advancing will almost certainly come from beyond the arc, where the Razorbacks connected on better than 40 percent of their attempts - the 15th-best rate in Division I. The only problem: of the 19 teams to shoot 40 percent or better, Arkansas was 14th in total attempts. That said, this matchup could easily come down to one made 3-pointer at the end of the game - and if that's the case, Arkansas is in much better position to convert.

Midwest Region

Oklahoma Sooners (10) vs. Rhode Island Rams (7) (-2, 158)

Trae Young's penchant for turnovers vs. Rams' elite ball security

All eyes will be on national scoring and assist leader Trae Young, as he looks to lead the Sooners past Rhode Island in a first-round encounter in Pittsburgh. But as fantastic as Young is with the basketball, he also has moments of carelessness. Many of them, in fact. Young averaged an unbelievable 5.2 turnovers per game this season, more than a full turnover higher than the field; in fact, only four other qualified players averaged at least four turnovers per game.

Capitalizing on Young's penchant for occasionally sloppy play is the easiest way for the Rams to control the game - and they're build to do just that. Rhode Island boasted an incredible plus-5.1 average turnover margin this season; only Portland State and West Virginia were more prolific. Young will need to be more careful with the basketball than he has been all season - and given that he had at least three turnovers in all but two games, bettors shouldn't expect that to happen Thursday.

Iona Gaels (15) vs. Duke Blue Devils (2) (-19.5, 157)

Iona's struggle on the boards vs. Marvin Bagley III's rebounding prowess

Duke comes into March Madness as a No. 2 seed, but is still a strong title favorite as it tangles with Iona on Thursday. The Blue Devils are led by forward Marvin Bagley III, who ranked sixth in the nation in rebounding average (11.5) while adding 21.1 points. It's the board work that makes Bagley so dangerous in this one; the 6-11 freshman was positively dominant down the stretch, averaging 15 rebounds over his final three games - two of which came against the top rebounding team in the nation in North Carolina.

The Gaels deserve plenty of credit for emerging as the MAAC champions and securing their third consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, but they have no hope of slowing Bagley down. Iona ranked 257th in the nation in rebounding average (33.8), with only one player - TK Edogi - surpassing 5.5 boards per game. Duke ranked eighth in the country in offensive boards (13.6) - and a similar performance Thursday should help produce enough second-chance points for the Blue Devils to waltz to victory.

[Can'tPickAWinner]

NBA

Wednesday, March 14

Bucks won six of last eight games with the Magic; they’re 2-3 vs spread in last five visits to Orlando. Four of last six series games stayed under. Milwaukee won its last two games after a 1-6 skid; they’re 7-1 this season as road favorites. Under is 5-3 in their last eight road games. Orlando are off an 0-5 road trip; they’re 8-3 vs spread in last 11 games as home underdogs. Under is 6-2 in their last eight games.

Wizards/Celtics split their last eight meetings; Washington is 1-5 vs spread in last six visits to Boston. Seven of last nine series games went over. Wizards lost five of their last seven games; they’re 7-2 vs spread in last nine games as road underdogs. Six of their last eight games went under the total. Celtics won six of their last eight games; they’re 1-7 vs spread in last eight home games. Over is 7-2-1 in their last ten games.

Miami won eight of last ten games with the Kings; they’re 2-2 vs spread in last four visits to Sacramento. Eight of last ten series games went over. Heat won six of their last nine games; they’re 4-5 vs spread as road favorites. Seven of their last ten games went over. Sacramento lost seven of its last ten games; they’re 3-9 in last 12 games as home underdogs. Five of their last six games stayed under.

Golden State won its last six games with the Lakers but LA covered last three; Lakers are 1-3 vs spread in last four visits to Oakland. Last three series games went over. Lakers are 1-4 vs spread on road if they played night before; they won eight of last ten games, are 4-1 vs spread in last fie road games. Over is 7-2-1 in their last 10 games. Golden State is 0-6 vs spread in its last six games; five of the six games stayed under.

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NBA

Wednesday, March 14

Trend Report

MILWAUKEE @ ORLANDO
Milwaukee is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Orlando
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Milwaukee's last 14 games on the road
Orlando is 20-3 SU in its last 23 games when playing at home against Milwaukee
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Orlando's last 6 games

WASHINGTON @ BOSTON
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Washington's last 5 games when playing on the road against Boston
Washington is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston's last 5 games when playing at home against Washington
Boston is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 games when playing at home against Washington

MIAMI @ SACRAMENTO
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Miami's last 5 games on the road
Miami is 16-2 SU in its last 18 games when playing Sacramento
The total has gone OVER in 11 of Sacramento's last 13 games when playing Miami
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Sacramento's last 6 games

LA LAKERS @ GOLDEN STATE
The total has gone OVER in 7 of LA Lakers's last 8 games on the road
LA Lakers is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing LA Lakers
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against LA Lakers

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Dunkel

Wednesday, March 14


Milwaukee @ Orlando

Game 601-602
March 14, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Milwaukee
118.284
Orlando
114.335
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Milwaukee
by 4
202
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Milwaukee
by 8 1/2
209
Dunkel Pick:
Orlando
(+8 1/2); Under

Washington @ Boston

Game 603-604
March 14, 2018 @ 8:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Washington
121.843
Boston
117.225
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Washington
by 4 1/2
199
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Washington
by 2
204 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Washington
(-2); Under

Miami @ Sacramento

Game 605-606
March 14, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Miami
122.749
Sacramento
111.326
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Miami
by 11 1/2
203
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Miami
by 6 1/2
209
Dunkel Pick:
Miami
(-6 1/2); Under

LA Lakers @ Golden State

Game 607-608
March 14, 2018 @ 10:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Lakers
117.404
Golden State
127.522
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Golden State
by 10
219
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Golden State
by 7
225
Dunkel Pick:
Golden State
(-7); Under

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NBA
Long Sheet

Wednesday, March 14

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MILWAUKEE (36 - 31) at ORLANDO (20 - 48) - 3/14/2018, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ORLANDO is 5-4 against the spread versus MILWAUKEE over the last 3 seasons
MILWAUKEE is 6-3 straight up against ORLANDO over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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WASHINGTON (38 - 30) at BOSTON (46 - 21) - 3/14/2018, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 12-5 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
BOSTON is 11-6 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
11 of 17 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MIAMI (36 - 32) at SACRAMENTO (21 - 47) - 3/14/2018, 10:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
SACRAMENTO is 3-2 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
MIAMI is 4-1 straight up against SACRAMENTO over the last 3 seasons
4 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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LA LAKERS (31 - 36) at GOLDEN STATE (51 - 16) - 3/14/2018, 10:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
GOLDEN STATE is 5-5 against the spread versus LA LAKERS over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 9-2 straight up against LA LAKERS over the last 3 seasons
7 of 11 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NHL
Dunkel

Wednesday, March 14

Dallas @ Toronto

Game 51-52
March 14, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Dallas
11.833
Toronto
10.251
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Dallas
by 1 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Toronto
-150
6
Dunkel Pick:
Dallas
(+130); Over

Pittsburgh @ NY Rangers

Game 53-54
March 14, 2018 @ 8:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Pittsburgh
10.843
NY Rangers
12.425
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
NY Rangers
by 1 1/2
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Pittsburgh
-210
6
Dunkel Pick:
NY Rangers
(+175); Under

San Jose @ Edmonton

Game 55-56
March 14, 2018 @ 9:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
San Jose
12.352
Edmonton
10.857
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Jose
by 1 1/2
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
San Jose
-145
6
Dunkel Pick:
San Jose
(-145); Under

Vancouver @ Anaheim

Game 57-58
March 14, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Vancouver
8.840
Anaheim
12.288
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Anaheim
by 3 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Anaheim
-240
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Anaheim
(-240); Over

New Jersey @ Vegas

Game 59-60
March 14, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
New Jersey
12.312
Vegas
11.403
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
New Jersey
by 1
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Vegas
-185
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
New Jersey
(+160); Under

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NHL
Long Sheet

Wednesday, March 14

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DALLAS (38-26-0-6, 82 pts.) at TORONTO (40-22-0-7, 87 pts.) - 3/14/2018, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
TORONTO is 4-1 (+4.7 Units) against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
TORONTO is 4-1-0 straight up against DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
4 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+3.0 Units)

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PITTSBURGH (40-26-0-4, 84 pts.) at NY RANGERS (31-32-0-7, 69 pts.) - 3/14/2018, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 12-23 ATS (-13.4 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 108-61 ATS (+20.5 Units) second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 43-20 ATS (+15.9 Units) vs. division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
NY RANGERS are 80-99 ATS (-37.6 Units) in a home game where where the total is 6 or more since 1996.
NY RANGERS are 16-23 ATS (-18.3 Units) in home games second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
NY RANGERS are 156-151 ATS (-71.4 Units) in home games after a division game since 1996.
NY RANGERS are 40-54 ATS (-42.4 Units) in home games after 3 or more consecutive overs since 1996.
NY RANGERS are 10-20 ATS (-12.1 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent this season.
NY RANGERS are 123-122 ATS (-56.8 Units) in home games after a win by 2 goals or more since 1996.
NY RANGERS are 139-137 ATS (-84.7 Units) in home games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
NY RANGERS are 201-235 ATS (-184.8 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 12-5 (+4.7 Units) against the spread versus NY RANGERS over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 12-5-0 straight up against NY RANGERS over the last 3 seasons
11 of 14 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+7.9 Units)

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SAN JOSE (37-23-0-9, 83 pts.) at EDMONTON (30-35-0-4, 64 pts.) - 3/14/2018, 9:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
EDMONTON is 10-8 (+3.1 Units) against the spread versus SAN JOSE over the last 3 seasons
EDMONTON is 10-8-0 straight up against SAN JOSE over the last 3 seasons
9 of 14 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+3.5 Units)

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VANCOUVER (25-36-0-9, 59 pts.) at ANAHEIM (34-24-0-12, 80 pts.) - 3/14/2018, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VANCOUVER is 22-53 ATS (+99.4 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 4-16 ATS (+25.4 Units) after a division game this season.
VANCOUVER is 378-359 ATS (-119.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1996.
VANCOUVER is 14-32 ATS (+50.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
ANAHEIM is 547-439 ATS (-97.4 Units) second half of the season since 1996.
ANAHEIM is 26-12 ATS (+10.0 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
ANAHEIM is 9-3 ATS (+5.5 Units) after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
VANCOUVER is 5-7 (+1.3 Units) against the spread versus ANAHEIM over the last 3 seasons
ANAHEIM is 7-5-0 straight up against VANCOUVER over the last 3 seasons
7 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+5.1 Units)

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NEW JERSEY (35-26-0-8, 78 pts.) at VEGAS (45-19-0-5, 95 pts.) - 3/14/2018, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VEGAS is 46-24 ATS (+77.4 Units) in all games this season.
VEGAS is 21-10 ATS (+4.1 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
VEGAS is 22-11 ATS (+10.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
NEW JERSEY is 36-34 ATS (+74.0 Units) in all games this season.
NEW JERSEY is 5-1 ATS (+6.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
VEGAS is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
VEGAS is 1-0-0 straight up against NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.0 Units)

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NHL

Wednesday, March 14

Trend Report

DALLAS @ TORONTO
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Dallas's last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Dallas's last 6 games when playing Toronto
Toronto is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Toronto is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Dallas

PITTSBURGH @ NY RANGERS
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Pittsburgh's last 9 games when playing NY Rangers
The total has gone OVER in 8 of NY Rangers's last 9 games when playing Pittsburgh
NY Rangers is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games

SAN JOSE @ EDMONTON
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of San Jose's last 9 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of San Jose's last 6 games when playing Edmonton
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Edmonton's last 6 games when playing San Jose
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Edmonton's last 5 games

VANCOUVER @ ANAHEIM
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Vancouver's last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Vancouver's last 8 games when playing on the road against Anaheim
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Anaheim's last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Anaheim's last 8 games when playing at home against Vancouver

NEW JERSEY @ VEGAS
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of New Jersey's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of New Jersey's last 8 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Vegas's last 5 games
Vegas is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games

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Jimmy Boyd Mar 14 '18, 8:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Wizards vs Celtics
Play on: OVER 204½ -105

Free Pick on Wizards/Celtics OVER
I'm recommending a play on the OVER in Wednesday's NBA action that has the Wizards visiting the Celtics in the first game of a ESPN double-header. Boston will be missing several key pieces here as Kyrie Irving, Marcus Smart and Jaylen Brown are all out and Al Horford is listed as questionable.
That's a lot of offensive fire-power, but Boston is a deep team and for me it's all about the matchup here. Washington just gave up 116 in last night's loss at home to the Timberwolves. The previous game they gave up 129 to the Heat on the road. I think the defensive woes here are going to continue, as this has to be a tired Wizards team. Washington will not only be playing in the 2nd game of a back-to-back set, but they also are playing their 4th game in 6 days.
OVER is 19-7 over the last 2 seasons in Wizards' games when they are playing in the 2nd game of a back-to-back set. Last time out the Celtics lost 97-99 at home to the Pacers and that's worth noting, as the OVER is 15-4 in their last 19 home games off a loss by 6-points or less. Take the OVER!

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Totals Guru Mar 14 '18, 7:05 PM in 1h
NBA | Bucks vs Magic
Play on: OVER 207½ -107

Free Total Annihilator On Bucks vs Magic over 207½ -107

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Jack Jones Mar 14 '18, 7:05 PM in 1h
NBA | Bucks vs Magic
Play on: Bucks -8½ -110 at MyBookie

Jack’s Free Pick Wednesday: Milwaukee Bucks -8.5
The Milwaukee Bucks have taken advantage of tanking teams in their last two games by beating the Knicks by 8 at home and the Grizzlies by 18 on the road. Now they face another here in the Orlando Magic.
The Magic haven’t been able to catch a break injury-wise as their top two scores in Aaron Gordon and Evan Fournier remain out. It has shown in the results as the Magic are just 2-12 SU in their last 14 games overall.
The Magic weren’t even competitive last night in a 72-108 road loss at San Antonio. That makes this the 2nd of a back-to-back and the 4th game in 6 days for the Magic now.
Milwaukee is 8-1 ATS in road games after having won two of their last three games this season. The Bucks are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 road games vs. a team with a losing home record. Bet the Bucks Wednesday.

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Dana Lane Mar 14 '18, 10:00 PM in 4h
NCAA-B | BYU vs Stanford
Play on: UNDER 150 -110

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Mark Wilson Mar 14 '18, 8:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Wizards vs Celtics
Play on: Wizards -2 -115 at BMaker

Wizards

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Larry Ness Mar 14 '18, 7:05 PM in 1h
NBA | Bucks vs Magic
Play on: Bucks -8½ -105 at pinnacle

My 1* Free Play is on the Milwaukee Bucks (7:00 EST).
Milwaukee comes in off a second straight win, downing Memphis 121-103 on the road on Monday.
Orlando comes in with zero momentum after falling 113-105 to the Clippers on the road in its latest action, its fourth straight setback.
Milwaukee averages 105.1 PPG and it concedes 105.3. Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the nightly charge with 27.1 points, 10.1 boards, 4.17 assists, 1.46 blocks and 1.44 steals, however it was Khris Middleton who had 24 points in the victory over the Grizzlies.
Orlando averages 105.1 points and it concedes 109.5. The Magic are 13-18 on the road this year and just 12-28 against the Eastern Conference. Nikola Vucevic is third on the team with 17.3 points and 9.1 boards per game.
Note that Milwaukee is 17-13 ATS on the road this year, while Orlando is just 12-18 ATS in front of the home town crowd.
The Magic are in full on “tank mode” at this point of the season as they eye the lottery balls, while the Bucks continue to try and make up ground in the Eastern Conference Playoff race.
Consider a second look at the visitors in this one.
Good luck…Larry

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Dave Price Mar 14 '18, 10:35 PM in 4h
NBA | Lakers vs Warriors
Play on: Lakers +6½ -105 at 5Dimes

Dave’s Wednesday Free Play:
1* on Los Angeles Lakers +6.5
The Key: I question how the Warriors can be favored by 6.5 points over the Lakers when they are going to be without 3 starters tonight. They are going to be playing without Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson. This is a Lakers team that is playing very well right now and won’t be an easy out, healthy or not. The Lakers are 8-2 SU int heir last 10 games overall. It’s no wonder the Warriors have lost back-to-back games coming in given their injury situation. Take Los Angeles.

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Frank Sawyer Mar 14 '18, 6:40 PM in 59m
NCAA-B | NC Central vs Texas Southern
Play on: OVER 144 -125

Take Over the Total in the game between the NC Central Eagles and the Texas Southern Tigers. Texas Southern (15-19) has won seven games in a row to make the Big Dance despite their sub-.500 record. They face a NC Central team that is deep and will want to push the pace to tire out the Tigers. Head coach Mike Davis will likely oblige to play at the quicker pace — his teams have played their last 4 NCAA Tournament games Over the Total. Furthermore, in games with the Total set in the 140 to 149.5 point range, when one team has won at least three straight games while having a winning percentage for the season in the 40-49% range, these games finished Over the Total in 44 of the last 61 situations where these conditions exist. Take the Over. Best of luck — Frank.

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John Martin Mar 14 '18, 10:35 PM in 4h
NBA | Lakers vs Warriors
Play on: UNDER 224 -105

1 Unit FREE PLAY on Lakers/Warriors UNDER 224
Injuries to both the Lakers and Warriors has me liking the UNDER tonight. I’m just not quite sure where the points are going to come from. The Warriors are without Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green, David West and Patrick McCaw. The Lakers are without Brandon Ingram and could be without Kyle Kuzma, who is questionable with an ankle injury suffered last night against the Nuggets. Golden State is 17-3 UNDER in March games over the last two seasons. The UNDER is 5-1 in Warriors last 6 games overall. Give me the UNDER.

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Dustin Hawkins Mar 14 '18, 10:05 PM in 4h
NBA | Heat vs Kings
Play on: Kings +7 -103 at 5Dimes

Free Play on Kings +7 -103

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Sal Michaels Mar 14 '18, 7:05 PM in 1h
NBA | Bucks vs Magic
Play on: OVER 207½ -110

Free Play on Bucks vs Magic over 207½ -110

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Hunter Price Mar 14 '18, 8:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Wizards vs Celtics
Play on: Wizards -155 at 5Dimes

1* Free Pick on Wizards -155

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Kenny Walker Mar 14 '18, 8:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Wizards vs Celtics
Play on: Wizards -2 -115 at BMaker

Free Pick on Wizards

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Brandon Lee Mar 14 '18, 9:10 PM in 3h
NCAA-B | Arizona State vs Syracuse
Play on: Syracuse +1½ -101 at 5Dimes

10* NCAAB FREE PICK (Syracuse +1.5)
I'll take my chances here with the Orange in Wednesday's First Four matchup against Arizona State. There's a lot of people who don't think either of these teams belong in the field of 68, but it is what it is. I think we saw last night just how weak the Pac-12 is this year with UCLA going down to St. Bonaventure. Now it's Arizona State's turn to head home early.
The Sun Devils were a remarkable story early on this season, as they came out of nowhere to start the season 12-0 with wins over the likes of San Diego St, Kansas St, Xavier, Kansas, Vanderbilt and St. Johns. Then things took a turn for the worse and Arizona State went just 8-10 in what turned out to be a weak Pac-12. I think this team continues to get too much respect for what they did and not who they are right now.
This isn't a great Syracuse team, but Jim Boeheim has shown in the past that if he can just get his team into the Big Dance they can do some damage. Last night we saw the Bruins really struggle to crack the zone of the Bonnies. A big reason for that is Washington is really the only team in the Pac-12 that plays primarily zone defense. Arizona St lost their only meeting with Washington and scored a season low 64-points in the process. The struggles against the zone and the lack of defense the Sun Devils play (give up 81.3 ppg away from home), will make it tough for them to win here. Give me Syracuse +1.5!

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Info Plays Mar 14 '18, 8:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Wizards vs Celtics
Play on: Wizards -152 at pinnacle

1* Free Play on Wizards -152

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Dennis Macklin Mar 14 '18, 8:00 PM in 2h
NCAA-B | Temple vs Penn State
Play on: Penn State -9½ -105 at 5Dimes

DMack's Free Play for Wednesday, March 14, 2018 is on the Penn State Nittany Lions
The Nits were close to a Big Dance bid and then lost four of their final six. They started the year No.243 in experience so they have some good kids here that should make some noise next year and here with an excellent regular season under their belts. Temple is as hit an miss as you will find but the Owls seemingly folded their tents last and were not even competitive on the road in their final three games losing by 7+ points to less than they face here. Penn State rolls.

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Jesse Schule Mar 14 '18, 9:10 PM in 3h
NCAA-B | Arizona State vs Syracuse
Play on: Syracuse +2 -109 at pinnacle

Arizona State vs Syracuse Free Pick March 14, 2018

Can you remember when Arizona State was ranked in the Top 5? They were ranked #3 overall in the AP rankings after winning their first 12 games of the season. They have since lost 11 of 19 games, and they should consider themselves quite fortunate to have made it into the tournament. They will be a small favorite in their first round matchup against Syracuse, and there is actually quite a lot of similarities between the two teams. Both teams won a total of 20 games, and both teams were 4-6 away from home. Both teams have lost five of their last eight overall. The biggest difference I can see here between these two teams, is the strength of schedule in the ACC compared to the PAC12. Syracuse has faced Top 25 teams eight times this season, while Arizona State has only faced four ranked teams. The Orange were eliminated in the second round of the ACC Tournament by defending national champs North Carolina, while Arizona State was beaten in the first round of the PAC12 Tournament by unranked Colorado. The last time the Orange slipped into the Big Dance as a bubble team, they went all the way to the Final Four before being eliminated by the Tar Heels.

Take CUSE.

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Mike Lundin Mar 14 '18, 10:05 PM in 4h
NBA | Heat vs Kings
Play on: Heat -6½ -109 at 5Dimes

#NBA FREE PICK FROM MIKE LUNDIN
The Miami Heat were without both both Hassan Whiteside (hip) and Dwyane Wade (hamstring) when they took 115-99 loss at Portland on Monday. They're likely to be without the duo again when visiting the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night, but I still like the Heat to bounce back with a big win here. Note that Miami is 4-0 ATS in its last four games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points and still a solid 9-2-2 ATS in its last 13 games overall.
The Sacramento Kings are coming off back-to-back losses at Denver and OKC and will play their third game in four nights. Tough scheduling spot for a team with nothing to play for, and they'll face a Miami side battling for a playoff berth and seeking revenge for an 89-88 loss to the Kings on Jan. 25.