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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Aqueduct

RACE #6 - AQUEDUCT - 3:45 PM EASTERN POST
6.0 FURLONGS DIRT FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD $10,000.00 CLAIMING $20,000.00 PURSE

#6 TOO FAST TO PASS
#8 GOING STRONG
#1 NO HIDING PLACE
#9 DR. LUBER'S KISS

#6 TOO FAST TO PASS takes a class drop (-11), and has produced "POWER RUN PERFORMANCES" in each of his last five outings, facing better company in each of those races, hitting the board in a pair. #8 GOING STRONG, a 4-1 shot, is both the overall speed and pace profile leader in this field, and has turned in a quarter of "POWER RUNS" in his last five starts. Jockey Joshua Navarro and Trainer Gary Contessa send him "postward" this afternoon ... they've hit the board with 62% of their entries saddled as a team to date.

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Camarero Race Track

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

Race 4 - Claiming - 6.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $7500 Class Rating: 65

FOR FILLIES THREE YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 120 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE FEBRUARY 20 ALLOWED 1 LBS. A RACE SINCE FEBRUARY 10 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE JANUARY 10 ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $14,000, FOR EACH $2,000 TO $10,000 1 LB.


RECOMMENDED CHOICES
The Walker Group Picks

# 2 PERFECTION LALY 5/2

# 5 TERRIBLE STORY 6/5

# 1 REINA CATALINA 2/1

PERFECTION LALY has a very strong shot to take this race. Will likely be one of the early speedsters of the pack going into the halfway point of the affair. Ran a strong last race. Has run very well when running a dirt sprint race. TERRIBLE STORY - She has to be carefully examined given the very good speed figures. In this field, this entrant is in the upper half of earnings per start in dirt sprint events. REINA CATALINA - Overall the Equibase Speed Figures of this pony look respectable in this contest. Ought to be given consideration based on the quite good Equibase Speed Figure earned in the last contest.

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Charles Town

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 4 - Allowance - 4.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $24500 Class Rating: 88

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON A RACE OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING, STARTER, WAIVER CLAIMING OR STATE BRED RACES OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE FEBRUARY 16 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE JANUARY 16 ALLOWED 4 LBS. W V A


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The Walker Group Picks

# 2 BRAXTON 5/2

# 7 MARGARITA SUNRISE 2/1

# 6 LAST PLUNGE 5/1

I've got to go with BRAXTON. This gelding looks good in this competition since Contreras has a very strong win percent with horses going this distance. Earnings per start in dirt sprint races is reliable for this horse. Put up a sound speed fig in the most recent race. Can run another good one in this contest. MARGARITA SUNRISE - This gelding looks good in this competition since Reynolds has a strong win percentage with horses going this distance. He looks decent in this slot and I expect will be on the front end or close at the halfway point. LAST PLUNGE - Has a sharp shot in here if you like back class. Has run strongly when racing a dirt sprint race.

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Sam Houston Race Park

Sam Houston Race Park - Race 5

WPS / Exacta / Trifecta / Superfecta / Houston Hi-Five Daily Double (Races 5-6) / Pick 3 (Races 5-6-7)


Maiden Claiming $10,000 • 5 1/2 Furlongs • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 59 • Purse: $6,500 • Post: 8:52P
(PLUS UP TO $975 ATB) FOR MAIDENS, FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $10,000.
Contenders

Race Analysis
P#
Horse
Morn
Line

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Odds


Race Type: Dominant Front-runner. LOVE YA HONEY is the Dominant Front-runner of the race. * KEY ANGLES * LOVE YA HONEY: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse has the highest aver age Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. STEVIE GIRL WONDER: Today is a sprint and the horse's last start was within the last ten days. Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating.
9
LOVE YA HONEY
3/1

2/1
10
STEVIE GIRL WONDER
5/2

4/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
9
LOVE YA HONEY
9

3/1
Front-runner
64

56

72.0

53.1

47.6
10
STEVIE GIRL WONDER
10

5/2
Front-runner
62

62

55.6

42.4

36.9
7
RUNWAY SCORE
7

12/1
Alternator/Stalker
53

43

44.4

34.8

27.3
5
SOLARJAZZ
5

15/1
Alternator/Stalker
49

46

39.0

35.4

21.9
12
CHARLI JUNE
12

8/1
Trailer
53

34

44.6

32.2

21.2
1
SHEZAFFIRMEDBEAUTY
1

20/1
Alternator/Trailer
0

0

0.0

37.9

25.9
8
TAYLOR TAY
8

20/1
Alternator/Non-contender
0

0

62.6

24.6

13.1
4
EATON'S NOCKIN
4

20/1
Alternator/Non-contender
0

0

61.6

11.4

0.0
2
LA NINA AMADA
2

30/1
Alternator/Non-contender
49

40

35.6

28.8

14.3
11
JUSTA RED PHILLY
11

6/1
Alternator/Non-contender
51

46

30.6

26.2

13.7
3
LITTLE LONGHORN
3

30/1
Alternator/Non-contender
0

0

21.8

11.4

0.0

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Los Alamitos (Quarter Horse)

Los Alamitos (Quarter Horse) - Race 7

$1 Exacta / $1 Trifecta $1 Superfecta(.10cent minimum wager)


Claiming $20,000 • 300 Yards • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 97 • Purse: $9,670 • Post: 9:48P
QUARTER HORSE 300Y, FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 122 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $20,000 (MAIDEN RACES AND RACES FOR $16,000 OR LESS NOT CONSIDERED).
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Race Analysis
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Horse
Morn
Line

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Odds


Race Type: Not Applicable (Quarter Horse). * KEY ANGLES * MIDORI SPARKLE: Quarter horse has the highest last race Equibase Speed Rating. Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. BF CAPTAIN CAVEMAN: Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMa ster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. SOUTH WEST RED: Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at th e distance/surface. STILL FRIENDS: Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Class Rating at the distance/surface. Horse's average winning distance is within half a furlong of today's distance (within 50 yards if a Quarter Horse race).
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MIDORI SPARKLE
6/5

3/1
2
BF CAPTAIN CAVEMAN
3/1

7/1
4
SOUTH WEST RED
5/1

8/1
3
STILL FRIENDS
6/1

10/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
1
ONE HOT PARTY
1

6/1
Fast
81

83

1.1

0.0

0.0
2
BF CAPTAIN CAVEMAN
2

3/1
Slow/Trouble-prone
91

90

6.4

0.0

0.0
3
STILL FRIENDS
3

6/1
Slow
93

84

6.7

0.0

0.0
4
SOUTH WEST RED
4

5/1
Slow/Trouble-prone
91

90

6.5

0.0

0.0
5
FAVORITE CLASS
5

8/1
Fast/Trouble-prone
90

81

3.4

0.0

0.0
6
MIDORI SPARKLE
6

6/5
Average/Trouble-prone
102

96

4.4

0.0

0.0

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

Bar

Laurel - Race #3 - Post: 2:10pm - Claiming - 8.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $15,000 Class Rating: 83

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#1 TEQUILA HERO (ML=3/1)
#4 BROTHER SLICK NICK (ML=20/1)
#7 CAN'TMAKETHISUP (ML=7/2)


TEQUILA HERO - Hamilton rode this animal for the first time last time around the track and comes right back this time around. A pony coming back this promptly after a solid effort is a good sign. Earnings per start is something that I feel can be a most important handicapping factor. This horse is ranked number one in this bunch. BROTHER SLICK NICK - Took a significant drop in class rating last out at Laurel. Returning to a similar level in today's race. Should do well in this race. CAN'TMAKETHISUP - This gelding is a gem of consistency, almost always in-the-money. Chiappe and Aguirre partnered with one another are a punter's friend. Taking a trip down the ladder based on class rating points; has the capability to make his presence felt.

Vulnerable Contenders: #2 SHOWMEISTER (ML=2/1), #6 SMART RUSSIAN (ML=5/1), #5 LEROY BROWN (ML=6/1),

SHOWMEISTER - I don't normally play a morning-line choice that hasn't been to the track in the last three weeks. SMART RUSSIAN - The speed rating last out doesn't fit very well in this affair when I look at the Equibase class figure of today's race. Mark this horse as a likely underlay. LEROY BROWN - Doubtful that the speed fig he garnered on February 28th will be good enough in this affair.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: The Brain - TEQUILA HERO - Looks like Robb has been trying to find the right level for this horse. Took a big drop in class in last race, but returns to a similar level in this affair. What that tells me is he may win today.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#1 TEQUILA HERO to win at post-time odds of 7/2 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [1,4,7]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [1,4,7] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPER HIGH 5 WAGERS:
Pass

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

Bar

Turfway Park - Race #5 - Post: 8:11pm - Maiden Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $5,100 Class Rating: 63

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#4 HIDDEN GARDEN (ML=9/2)
#8 PAMPERED VOW (ML=5/2)


HIDDEN GARDEN - It looks like Franklin had to learn about this filly on Feb 3rd when riding her for the initial time. Back on again today. Stay with this racer. Coming off the pace, I think she'll be in a terrific spot to crush them in the stretch. PAMPERED VOW - McKee's agent must enjoy anytime Gonzalez gives them a mount; winning percent together is terrific. Jock jumped on this filly's back for the 1st ride on Mar 1st. Should be acquainted with the horse even better in today's contest. Have to make this filly a serious competitor; she comes off a solid effort on Mar 1st. This filly likes to be near the lead. Today's race is a shorter trip and should increase her winning probability.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 SYLVESTER YOLY (ML=3/1), #1A SCREAMIN DIXIE (ML=7/2), #1 PERSONAL CAT (ML=7/2),

SYLVESTER YOLY - I cannot play this confirmed non-winner. Gets the job executed infrequently. This mare garnered a speed fig in her last race which probably isn't good enough in today's race. SCREAMIN DIXIE - The Brain always tells me to stay away from thoroughbreds in short distance races that haven't hit the board in short distance contests recently. Just can't wager on this less than sharp equine. Didn't show me anything positive last time around the track or on February 17th. PERSONAL CAT - Didn't come through as the chalk twice. Probably won't gain a win today either. Hard to keep chasing this sort of 'bridesmaid' horse.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: Winston - HIDDEN GARDEN - The TrackMaster Power Rating tells me that this race horse looks good versus the rest of this field. I'm making a bet.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Put your money on #4 HIDDEN GARDEN on the nose if you can get odds of 7/5 or more

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [4,8]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

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Mike Wynn

Free Play: Free Pick Early Marshall +12 Over Wichita St

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Free Selection from Jim Feist

Jim Feist's Comp Pick, Friday, March 16, 2018



3/16 04:35 PM PT / 7:35 PM ET

NBA (805) DALLAS MAVERICKS VS (806) TORONTO RAPTORS

Take: (806) TORONTO RAPTORS

Reason: Your Free play for Friday, March 16, 2018 is in the NBA scheduled contest between the Dallas Mavericks and the Toronto Raptors. Your free play is on RAPTORS.

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Jeff Allen Sports

Friday's Free Selection is on the Dallas Stars

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Razor Sharp

YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR EARLY FRIDAY: Take TEXAS/NEVADA OVER the total of 143½

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Totals4U

Early Friday's Free Selection: Murray State/West Virginia under 145 1/2

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John Anthony Sports

Early Friday's Free Selection: North Carolina Tarheels - 19 1/2

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Atlantic Sports

Early Friday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: Oklahoma City - 4

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#1 Sports

Early Friday's Free Selection: Wofford Terriers - 5 1/2

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Easy Money Sports

Lee's Free Early Friday Selection Is

West Virginia -10

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Nevada Sharpshooter

Your free winner for Friday: Take CREIGHTON +1 over Kansas St

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Huddle Up Sports

Free Play: Georgia State/Cincinnati under 129'

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Hawkeye Sports

Friday's Free Pick: Los Angeles Lakers - 4

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Golden Dragon Sports

Free Pick Texas -1

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Arthur Ralph Sports

FREE play: FRI TCU -4

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Platinum Plays

Free Pick the Butler/Arkansas Game UNDER 151½ Points

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The Vegas Steam Line

Your free winner for Friday: Take SACRAMENTO +12 over Golden St

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High Stakes Syndicate

Free Selection for Early Friday: Wofford Terriers - 5

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Kenny Towers

Texas - 1.5 - NCAAB

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Sharp Bettor

Sharp Bettor FREE Play for Friday, March 16, 2018

3/16 04:05 PM NBA (803) BROOKLYN NETS VS (804) PHILADELPHIA 76ERS

Take : 76ers

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Roz Wins

Roz's Friday March 16, 2018, Free Pick

3/16 04:35 PM NBA (805) DALLAS MAVERICKS VS (806) TORONTO RAPTORS

Take : Raptors

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Jeff Benton

Your Friday freebie is New Mexico State plus the points against Clemson.

Aggies in San Diego will at least have the crowd in their corner, and that may be enough to inspire this very dangerous New Mexico State team to the OUTRIGHT upset win over the wilting Clemson Tigers.

Let's take a quick look at the tale of the tape: In Neutral Site Games, the Aggies average 76 points per game for, and allow 67 points against. The Tigers come in with a 73 points per game for, and 70 points against average. NMSU also owns an offensive glass edge by +6 over Clemson on neutral floors.

Brad Brownell's team became a different team when they lost their stud forward Donte Grantham and his 14-plus points per game, and almost 7 boards a game. This is a team that staggered to a 3-5 straight up ledger their last 8 games played.

State comes in riding a 6-game winning streak, and they did score early season out-of-conference wins in Hawaii over both Davidson and Miami-Florida (ACC), so do not expect them to bow down to this ailing ACC edition. The Ags Zach Lofton is arguably the best player on the floor of Veijas Arena, and his forward sidekick, Jemerrio Jones and his 13+ boards per game will keep Clemson from dominating on the glass.

Dangerous spot for the higher-seeded Tigers, and again, an outright win would not be a surprise at all. The fact we are nabbing a couple of baskets only makes me like this selection better.

Friday night dog barking loud with New Mexico State.

4* NEW MEXICO STATE

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Eric Schroeder

After hitting Buffalo outright over Arizona yesterday with my free play, tonight I'm playing the Bucknell plus the points against Michigan State.

Michigan State is making this a statement game, as it believes it should be more than a No. 3 seed. And I worry the Spartans will overplay their hand, and make costly mistakes that will allow the Bucknell Bison to hang around.

Sure, the Bison are at a disadvantage in terms of caliber of play, but yesterday Buffalo was in the same position, against Arizona. One might think the Spartans will have to play well below their best for a shot at an upset. And we all know it’s hard to imagine coach Tom Izzo allowing Michigan State to let down in this game.

But I have to remind you the Big Ten has had nearly two full weeks of rest, and I wonder if Michigan State comes out flat in this game.

I'm guessing there will be spells of lethargic play for Michigan State, which I'm guessing will win this between 6 and 8.

2* BUCKNELL

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Tommy Brunson

Must respect the Bison of Bucknell, as this is a school that not only has played on this stage before, but have had success on it. Just Arkansas and Kansas who they bested in the Big Dance. They have also faced Butler and West Virginia in this round, so no, they will not be "freaked out" to be playing again on this stage.

Problem is, Tom Izzo's team has been flying under the radar, and they do have the added benefit of playing this game in-state in Detroit! Michigan State plays defense, can score the rock, has 5-players that average double-digits, including a beast by the name of Miles Bridges, and oh yeah, their last game was all the way back on March the 3rd as the Big Ten played their conference tourney early this year.

Sparty will be fresh as a daisy, and while the Bisons do have 3 seniors on their team, and will indeed hang around for a while with the points, I don't doubt for one minute that this opening round Friday night game in front of a very friendly crowd will be a nice salve for Tom Izzo who took plenty of heat this season - and still may face more to come!

Bucknell was just 5-5 against the spread in their limited lined games this season, and if they were catching just a few points more, I might be interested in backing them. My opinion is due to their past competitive efforts, this line is actually a little lower than it really should be since this is pretty much a "home" game for the Spartans.

Michigan State covers tonight.

3* MICHIGAN STATE

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Jack Brayman

My free winner is on the Texas Southern Tigers plus all those points against the Xavier Musketeers.

With Xavier receiving the tournament's overall No. 4 seed - the lowest No. 1 seed of the four - the Musketeers are stacked with the hardest bracket. And no offense to Texas Southern, but Xavier might be looking past the Tigers tonight.

It's really hard to find fault with Xavier, as it is an easy team to pull for this year. The senior-led exudes a divine swagger that reeks of fire and explosion when the chemistry is right.

Here's the problem, fresh off the Tigers' 18-point destruction of North Carolina Central in Wednesday's play-in game has them warmed up for the No. 1 seed in the West Region. And if you watched that game, you know the Tigers didn't even play very well.

Texas Southern shot a mere 36 percent and finished the game at a rebounding deficit. Fact is, the Tigers simply outclassed the Eagles. Finally healthy, the Tigers are a juiced up 16-seed that will be carrying momentum over to this game and ready for Xavier.

Take the points.

3* TEXAS SOUTHERN

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Chris Jordan

Let's take a look at the Missouri Tigers against the Florida State Seminoles for tonight's complimentary winner.

Believe it or not, the Tigers just may be the most dangerous team in this region. They're an offensive threat, and they can shoot the rock from downtown.

Missouri takes more than 45 percent of its shots from 3-point range, and it makes 39.2 percent of those attempts. And when you blend that with its rather staggering tempo, a team that knocks down a wealth of long-range shots, each possession becomes extremely valuable.

At the other end, it's hard to penetrate and overcome the tenacity the Tigers play with. They contest every shot and do a good job at grabbing defensive rebounds to keep teams from thriving on second chance opporunities.

The Tigers, led by Michael Porter Jr., are still stinging from their upset loss to Georgia in the SEC Tournament, and will be out to make amends.

Missouri wins this game.

2* MISSOURI

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The Sports Consensus

CBB Virginia -20

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Profit On Sports

CBB Texas -1.5

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Insider Sports Report

CBB Texas A&M -3

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Doc's Picks

CBB N. Carolina -20.5

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Elite Sports Picks

CBB Marshall +12.5

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National Sports Service

NBA Kings +11

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Primetime Sports Picks

CBB Cincinnati -13.5

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Monster Sports Picks

MLB Baltimore +125

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Monster Sports Picks

MLB BALTIMORE ORIOLES +125

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Scottie Can Pick

NCAA Basketball NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS/LIPSCOMB BISONS ‑110 o165

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NCAA Basketball FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES ‑120

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NCAA Basketball TEXAS A&M AGGIES ‑3

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Power Play Wins

NCAA Basketball BUTLER BULLDOGS ‑1

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NCAA Basketball SYRACUSE ORANGE +5

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NCAA Basketball CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS +5

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NCAA Basketball PROVIDENCE FRIARS +2.5

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NCAA Basketball MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS ‑13.5

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NBA LOS ANGELES LAKERS ‑3

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NCAA Basketball NEVADA WOLF PACK +1.5

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NCAA Basketball MURRAY STATE RACERS +440

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NCAA Basketball NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES +185

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NCAA Basketball TEXAS CHRISTIAN HORNED FROGS ‑5

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NHL NEW YORK ISLANDERS/WASHINGTON CAPITALS ‑105 u6

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NCAA Basketball MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD +12

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NCAA Basketball TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS +19

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Friday's NCAA Tournament first round betting preview: East Region

(15) Cal St. Fullerton Titans vs (2) Purdue Boilermakers (-20.5, 146.5)

Game to be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

March Madness Betting Breakdown: No. 2 Purdue vs. No. 15 CS Fullerton
No. 2 Purdue is a 20.5-point favorite versus No. 15 Cal State Fullerton in the opening round of the NCAA tournament.

After reaching the Sweet 16 of last year's NCAA Tournament, Purdue has bigger plans this time around. The second-seeded Boilermakers head to Detroit on Friday to take on 15th-seeded Cal State Fullerton in the East Region's first round of the Big Dance.

Purdue has not been in the Final Four since 1980 but has a real shot this season thanks to a balanced attack that ranks in the top 40 in both offense (81.1 points, 35th nationally) and defense (65.6 points allowed, 26th nationally). The Boilermakers finished second in the Big Ten during the regular season before falling to Michigan in the league title game, and now they will take on a Titans team that won the Big West Tournament title as a No. 4 seed. Cal State Fullerton played two ranked teams during the season, losing to USC (84-42) and Saint Mary's (76-57) in its first two contests. It will have its hands full with the Boilermakers, who boast a veteran squad that has threats both on the perimeter and down low with 7-2 senior center Isaac Haas.

TV: 12:40 p.m. ET, truTV

LINE HISTORY: Purdue opened as huge 20.5 favorites for this opening round matchup and as of Thursday afternoon that number has yet to move. The total hit betting boards at 146.5 and has also been steady.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT CAL STATE FULLERTON: Kyle Allman averages a team-high 19.4 points and has combined with second-leading scorer Khalil Ahmad (15.3 points) to drain 99 3-pointers this season. Allman, a junior guard, had 26 points in the Big West title game, while Ahmad added 23 points to help account for the other three starters totaling 12 points on 3-of-12 shooting. This is the first NCAA Tournament berth in 10 years for the Titans, who average 14 turnovers per game and must cut down on that number in order to stick with the Boilermakers for the full 40 minutes.

ABOUT PURDUE: The Boilermakers surround Haas with a collection of 3-point shooters, including top scorer Carsen Edwards (18.5 points, 41.2 percent from 3-point range) and unrelated Vincent Edwards (14.5 points, 39.2 percent from 3-point range). Haas averages 14.9 points and is coming off a 23-point effort on 9-of-12 shooting against Michigan. Purdue's three backcourt starters (Carsen Edwards, P.J. Thompson and Dakota Mathias) shot a combined 9-of-31 againstg the Wolverines and must be in sync consistently if coach Matt Painter's squad is going to make a deep run in this event.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Titans are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall.
* Boilermakers are 1-11-1 ATS in their last 13 games overall.
* Under is 13-3 in Titans' last 16 neutral site games.
* Over is 5-0 in Boilermakers' last 5 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 54 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Purdue, while 55 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.




(13) Marshall Thundering Herd vs (4) Wichita St. Shockers (-12, 165.5)

Game to be played at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California.

Wichita State begins its journey in the NCAA Tournament as a fourth seed when it meets No. 13 Marshall on Friday in the first round of the East Region in San Diego. The Shockers, who lost to Houston 77-74 in the American Athletic Conference Tournament semifinals Saturday, boast a veteran team which reached the Sweet 16 in 2015 and 2016 before losing to Kentucky in the second round in 2017.

Wichita State is led by sophomore guard Landry Shamet, who averages a team-best 15 points and an AAC-most 5.1 assists. The Thundering Herd, which upset Western Kentucky 67-66 on Saturday to win the Conference USA Tournament, ride a four-game winning streak into their first NCAA Tournament since 1987. "I’m happy for these kids and I’m happy for the school,” Marshall coach Dan D’Antoni, brother of Houston Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni, told reporters. “It’s been a long time coming and Marshall basketball kind of fell off.'' The Shockers are coached by former Marshall assistant Gregg Marshall, marking the first time in NCAA Tournament history that a school's name matches the opposing coach's last name.

TV: 1:20 p.m. ET, TNT

LINE HISTORY: Wichita St. opened as 12-point favorites and as of Thursday evening that number has yet to move. The total hit betting boards at 166 and has been bet down slightly to 165.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT MARSHALL: Junior guard Jon Elmore led C-USA in scoring (22.8 points) and assists (6.9), prompting D'Antoni to tell reporters after Saturday's game: "He’s a complete ballplayer. I thought he did a great job.” Junior guard C.J. Burks averaged 20.5 points, helping the Thundering Herd average a conference-best 84.4 points (12th nationally). Junior forward Ajdin Penava (15.5 points, 8.6 rebounds) was named C-USA Tournament MVP after averaging 17 points and 8.3 rebounds in the three games.

ABOUT WICHITA STATE: Senior forward Shaquille Morris has been a force in the middle, averaging 14 points and 5.5 rebounds - both career highs - and 16.8 points over his last nine games. Senior forward Darral Willis Jr. (10.4 points, 6.0 rebounds) and senior guard Conner Frankamp (10.1 points) are also playing their final NCAA Tournaments. Junior forward Markis McDuffie is averaging 8.5 points and 3.2 rebounds - down from his 11.5 and 5.7 numbers from last season - and is averaging only 15.8 minutes over his last four games.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Thundering Herd are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 neutral site games.
* Shockers are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games overall.
* Over is 14-5 in Thundering Herd last 19 non-conference games.
* Over is 15-3 in Shockers last 18 overall.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 62 percent of bettors taking the underdogs from Marshall, while 51 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.




(10) Butler Bulldogs vs (7) Arkansas Razorbacks (+1.5, 151)

Game to be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

No. 7 Arkansas is a 1.5-point underdog taking on No. 10 Butler in the Round of 64 of the NCAA tournament.

Tenth seed Butler and No. 7 Arkansas find themselves in the same region of the NCAA Tournament for the second straight season, only this time with much different seeds. The Bulldogs and Razorbacks, who will meet Friday in the first round of the East Region at Detroit, were eliminated by eventual champion North Carolina last season in the South Region.

Kelan Martin, who led all players in scoring in Big East games at 23.6 per contest, is back in the tournament for a fourth consecutive season. The Bulldogs have had a see-saw campaign, going 4-6 since the start of February, but were never in doubt to make the field, particularly after reaching the semifinals of the Big East Tournament, where they lost to Villanova. The Razorbacks and coach Mike Anderson, who has guided his team to three tournament bids in seven seasons, advanced to the semifinals in the SEC Tournament before bowing to runner-up Tennessee. Jaylen Barford and Daryl Macon have averaged 18 and 16.9 points, respectively, this season for the Razorbacks, who have won eight of their last 11 games.

TV: 3 p.m. ET, truTV

LINE HISTORY: This game opened as a Pick 'Em but steady betting action on Butler all week has pushed the Bulldogs into the favorite position at -1.5. The total hit betting boards at 152.5 and has been bet down to 151.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT BUTLER: Martin averaged 15 points and 6.3 rebounds in the Bulldog's run to the Sweet 16 last season as a No. 4 seed, which ended with a loss to the Tar Heels, and all told he has played in seven tournament games. The 6-7 forward from Louisville has been a dominant player this season for first-year coach LaVall Jordan, putting up 19 20-point games, including four games with 30 or more points. Kamar Baldwin, Paul Jorgensen and Tyler Wideman represent the main supporting cast for the Bulldogs, who lost to potential second round opponent Purdue 82-67 on Dec. 16 at the Crossroads Classic at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in their hometown of Indianapolis.

ABOUT ARKANSAS: After serving more as a complementary player last season, Barford has been a star this year for the Razorbacks, who got in with a No. 8 seed last season and defeated Seton Hall before bowing to North Carolina. The senior from Tennessee improved in just about every area over last season, but none were more pronounced than his 3-point shooting, which stands at 43.6 percent after shooting below 30 percent last season. Daniel Gafford (11.9 points), a 6-11 freshman center from Argentina, leads the team in rebounding (6.2) and blocked shots (2.1).

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Bulldogs are 20-5-2 ATS in their last 27 NCAA Tournament games.
* Razorbacks are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 non-conference games.
* Over is 5-0 in Bulldogs last 5 non-conference games.
* Over is 6-1 in Razorbacks last 7 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 66 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Bulter, while 61 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(12) Murray St. Racers vs (5) West Virginia Mountaineers (-10.5, 145.5)

Game to be played at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California.

March Madness Betting Breakdown: No. 5 West Virginia vs. No. 12 Murray State
The No. 5 West Virginia Mountaineers are 10.5-point favorites taking on No. 12 Murray State in the Round of 64 of the NCAA tournament.

West Virginia takes its pressing defense into a fourth straight NCAA Tournament appearance when it takes on No. 12 seed Murray State in the first round of the East Region on Friday in San Diego. The fifth-seeded Mountaineers, who were knocked out in the Sweet 16 by Gonzaga last season, utilized their frenetic style to force 16.5 turnovers per game - 10th-most in the country - and record a turnover margin of plus-five, third nationally.

Their run in the Big 12 Tournament ended with an 81-70 loss to Kansas on Saturday, but they will present a challenge to anyone in their way in the NCAAs. "Very versatile," senior leader Jevon Carter said of his team before the loss to the Jayhawks. "Can do a lot of different things. We can play fast. We can play slow. We can guard. We can score. Just very versatile." The Racers of the Ohio Valley Conference are making their first appearance in the tournament since 2012 and carry a 13-game winning streak - the longest active run in the country - into the event. They are led by OVC Player of the Year Jonathan Stark, who led the conference in scoring (21.8 points per game) and was 10th nationally in made 3-pointers with 109.

TV: 3:50 p.m. ET, TNT

LINE HISTORY: West Virginia opened as 9.5-point favorites and steady betting on the Mountaineers has pushed that pointspread up to -10.5. The total hit betting boards at 144.5 and has been bet up slightly to 145.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT MURRAY STATE: Stark, a senior, has averaged 26.1 points over his last eight games, including 24 in the OVC Tournament title game against Belmont. The Racers also have the league's second-ranked assist man in freshman Ja Morant, who hands out 6.4 per game, and its second-ranked rebounder in Terrell Miller Jr. (8.3). Murray State has held nine consecutive opponents to 66 points or fewer and entered Sunday ranked 25th in the country in scoring defense (65.5) and eighth in 3-point percentage defense, limiting opponents to 30.6 percent from beyond the arc.

ABOUT WEST VIRGINIA: Carter was an All-Big 12 first-team selection and won the league's Defensive Player of the Year honors for the second straight time after averaging 17 points, 6.6 assists and 2.85 steals - fifth in the country. Three other Mountaineers score in double digits, including big man Sagaba Konate, who joined Carter on the All-Defensive Team while recording 3.3 blocks per game. Daxter Miles Jr. averaged 22 points while making 15-of-27 3-pointers in the Big 12 Tournament and will be looking to bounce back from last season's NCAAs, during which he averaged nine points while shooting 39.1 percent.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Racers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games overall.
* Mountaineers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 non-conference games.
* Under is 6-0 in Racers' last 6 NCAA Tournament games.
* Over is 5-1 in Mountaineers' last 6 overall.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 55 percent of bettors taking the favorites from West Virginia, while 56 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.

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Friday's NCAA Tournament first round betting preview: Midwest Region

(14) Bucknell Bison vs (3) Michigan St. Spartans (-14.5, 148)

Game to be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

Michigan State starts its drive for an eighth Final Four appearance under coach Tom Izzo when it faces Bucknell in a first-round contest in the NCAA Tournament's Midwest Region on Friday in Detroit. The Spartans, the region's No. 3 seed, won the Big Ten Conference regular-season title but had their 13-game winning streak snapped by Michigan in the league tournament semifinals, while the 14th-seeded Bison won the regular-season and tournament titles in the Patriot League.

Senior forward Zach Thomas (20.3 points, 9.2 rebounds) is the top offensive weapon for Bucknell coach Nathan Davis but he's not the only one, with center Nana Foulland and guard Stephen Brown averaging 15.4 and 14.9 points, respectively. The Bison average 81.1 points per game, hitting 47.2 percent from the field, but they'll face one of the top defensive teams in the country in Michigan State, which holds opponents to 64.8 points and 36.6 percent shooting. Offensively, the Spartans can score the ball as well, led by forwards Miles Bridges (16.9 points) and Nick Ward (12.6) and guard Cassius Winston (12.6 points, 6.8 assists, 52.6 3-point percentage). The wild card for Izzo is 6-11 freshman forward Jaren Jackson Jr., who averages 11.3 points and set the school record with 104 blocked shots but also struggles with foul trouble at times.

TV: 7:10 p.m. ET, Friday, CBS

LINE HISTORY: Michigan St. opened as 13.5-point favorites and that pointspread has been bet up to -14.5. The total hit betting boards at 148.5 and has been bet down slightly to 148.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT BUCKNELL: The Bison will want to get a big performance from Brown, a 5-11 guard, who will be matched up with Winston, the leading assist man for the Spartans. Brown will need to handle the ball well and be able to handle the solid Michigan State defense so the Bison don't give away easy baskets off turnovers, but he also needs to put some pressure on Winston, who is prone to giving the ball away as the Spartans averaged 13.2 turnovers per game. Bucknell forced 12.6 turnovers per contest this season, but it will likely try to ratchet up from pressure on Michigan State, which has too many weapons for teams to play a half-court defense against.

ABOUT MICHIGAN STATE: Ward is coming off one of his worst games of the season in the Spartans' Big Ten tournament semifinal loss to Michigan, playing just 10 minutes and finishing with six points and two rebounds. Ward only had two fouls in the game -- though one was a technical -- but he was a liability for Michigan State because he couldn't handle the Wolverines' versatile forward Moritz Wagner for the second time this season. The sophomore will have to play well defensively against Bucknell forwards Foulland (60 percent shooting) and Thomas (60 3-pointers, 2.2 assists) or Izzo will likely pull his top low-post scoring threat again and go with better defenders on the interior.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Bison are 13-6 ATS in their last 19 games overall.
* Spartans are 2-8-2 ATS in their last 12 games overall.
* Over is 4-0 in Bison's last 4 non-conference games.
* Over is 5-0 in Spartans' last 5 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 61 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Michigan St., while 54 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.




(13) Charleston Cougars vs (4) Auburn Tigers (-9, 148)

Game to be played at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California.

Auburn let an otherwise sensational season get away from it down the stretch - and has little time to regroup as it prepares to face Charleston in an NCAA Tournament Midwest Region first-round game Friday in San Diego. Fourth-seeded Auburn was stunned by Alabama in the SEC Tournament and will take nothing for granted against the No. 13-seed Cougars, who won the Colonial Athletic Association title for their fifth tournament appearance.

Fans were concerned enough when the Tigers won just two of their final five games of the regular season - but they were positively shocked when Collin Sexton racked up 31 points to lead Alabama past Auburn 81-63 in their conference quarterfinal. The defeat stings even more considering the Tigers led by 10 at the half, only to surrender 50 points after the break. "It was a tale of two halves," Auburn coach Bruce Pearl told reporters afterward. "We did what we wanted to do in the first half. At the start of the second half, they came down and flipped the table on us really quickly." Charleston will look to celebrate its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 1999 on a winning note, have prevailed in 14 of their previous 15 games heading into this one.

TV: 7:27 p.m. ET, truTV

LINE HISTORY: Auburn opened as 10.5-point favorites and heavy betting action on Charleston earlyin the week has push the pointspread down to 9. The total hit betting boards at 148.5 and has been bet down slightly to 148.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT CHARLESTON: The Cougars did plenty of things well this season - but distributing the ball wasn't one of them; they averaged just 11.4 assists per game, ranking in the bottom 50 in the country. Grant Riller, Jarrell Brantley and Joe Chealey provide the bulk of the scoring for Charleston, averaging a combined 54.2 points between them; Riller (18.7 points) has caught fire of late with 20 or more points in eight of his previous 10 games, while Chealey (18.5) has surpassed the 20-point plateau in four of his past five contests. Brantley averages 17 points per game and a team-best 7.1 rebounds and has been a force on the boards down the stretch, entering the Big Dance on a four-game double-double streak.

ABOUT AUBURN: Pearl knows the Tigers need Mustapha Heron (team-best 16.6 points) to be at his best if they hope to survive the opening weekend in their first tournament appearance in 15 years; Heron is averaging 20 points in four games since returning from illness but is shooting a dismal 7-of-24 over his previous two outings. Bryce Brown is a close second in scoring at 16.2 points but has been held below his season average in three of his last four games, with a 29-point showing against South Carolina his only solid performance in that span. Charleston would be wise to keep the Tigers off the free-throw line - they come into this one shooting 78.6 percent from the stripe, eighth-best in the nation.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Cougars are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 vs. Southeastern.
* Tigers are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games overall.
* Over is 8-2 in Cougars' last 10 overall.
* Over is 4-1 in Tigers' last 5 non-conference games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 53 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Auburn, while 52 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.




(11) Syracuse Orange vs (6) Texas Christian Horned Frogs (-4.5, 136.5)

Game to be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

Jamie Dixon's first shot at coaching his alma mater resulted in a NIT championship run, while his second year at the helm of TCU resulted in the school's first NCAA Tournament appearance in 20 seasons. The sixth-seeded Horned Frogs seek their first win in the Big Dance since Dixon's senior season at the school Friday when they meet No. 11 seed Syracuse in first-round action of the Midwest Region in Detroit.

TCU carried over the momentum it gained from last year's title run into its most successful regular season since 1997-98, winning its first 12 games and finishing 9-9 in a conference (Big 12) that sent seven of 10 teams to the Big Dance. The Horned Frogs are only 9-11 since their undefeated start and enter the weekend on a two-game slide after dropping their last two contests by a total of six points, including a two-point overtime setback in the Big 12 quarterfinals. TCU will try to end its 31-year NCAA Tournament win drought against the Orange, who hope to repeat the success they enjoyed two years ago when they advanced to the Final Four as a No. 10 seed. Syracuse hasn't topped 60 points in three of its last four contests but improved to 3-1 over that span with Wednesday's 60-56 victory over Arizona State in First Four action.

TV: 9:40 p.m. ET, CBS

LINE HISTORY: TCU opened as 4-point favorites and some sharp action on the Horned Frogs has pushed that number up to -4.5. The total hit betting boards at 136.5 and has yet to move as of Thursday night.. Check out the complete line history here.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT SYRACUSE: Freshman Oshae Brissett (14.9 points, 8.9 rebounds) overcame a hard fall in the first half to score 15 of the Orange's final 30 points while posting his second straight double-double with 23 points and 12 rebounds Wednesday. Sophomore guard Tyus Battle (19.7 points), who ranks third in the ACC in scoring, has reached double figures in all but one game this season and played more minutes (1,323) than all but one Division I player. Frank Howard (14.9) shot 4-for-13 against the Sun Devils while recovering from strep throat and is 26-for-87 from the field overall in his last six outings, failing to shoot over 31 percent in five of those contests.

ABOUT TCU: Second-team all-conference guard Kenrich Williams (13.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, 4.0 assists), who is one of 11 active players with 1,000 career points, 800 career boards and 200 career assists, has recorded double-doubles in each of his last three outings. Vladimir Brodziansky (team-high 15.1 points, 5.1 boards, 1.6 blocks) sits 11th on the program's all-time scoring list (1,351) and only needs three more blocks to match the school's career record (171). The Horned Frogs led the Big 12 in field-goal percentage (49.9, eighth in Division I), were second in 3-point percentage (40.0, 17th) and four players rank inside the top 12 in the conference in field-goal percentage - including sophomore guard Desmond Bane (12.8 points, league-best 47.2 3-point percentage).

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Orange are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 vs. Big 12.
* Horned Frogs are 6-1-1 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up loss.
* Under is 6-2 in Orange's last 8 neutral site games.
* Over is 6-1 in Horned Frogs' last 7 non-conference games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 61 percent of bettors taking the underdogs from Syracuse, while 56 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(12) New Mexico St. Aggies vs (5) Clemson Tigers (-5, 133)

Game to be played at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California.

March Madness Betting Breakdown: No. 5 Clemson vs. No. 12 New Mexico State
The No. 5 Clemson Tigers takes on the No. 12 New Mexico State Aggies as 5-point favorites in the opening round of the NCAA tournament.

Clemson is back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in seven seasons, heading into a first-round matchup in the Midwest Regional on Friday in San Diego against No. 12 seed New Mexico State. The fifth-seeded Tigers, who finished tied for third place in the rugged ACC, stumbled down the stretch by losing three games in a row before winning three of its final five games before succumbing to Virginia in the conference semifinals.

The Tigers have relied on a stellar defense that is ranked 35th in the nation in opposing field-goal percentage (41 percent) and 29th in the country in blocked shots per contest (4.8 per game) entering Sunday's action. Clemson overcame the season-ending injury to Donte Grantham as junior guard Marcquise Reed finished 10th in the ACC in scoring at 15.9 points per game and ranked fifth in steals at steals per contest (1.7). Led by first-year head coach Chris Jans, the Aggies won the West Coast Conference for the fifth consecutive season and tied the program record for most wins in a season. Following a two-game losing streak, New Mexico State won its final six games entering the NCAAs.

TV: 9:57 p.m. ET, truTV

LINE HISTORY: Clemson opened as 5-point favorites and as of Thursday night that number has yet to move. The total hit betting boards at 133.5 and has been bet down slightly to 133.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT NEW MEXICO STATE: Senior forward Jemerrio Jones earned conference tournament MVP honors after averaging 12.3 points and 18.3 rebounds. Senior guard Zach Lofton scored 24.3 points per game in the tournament and is shooting 38.2 percent from 3-point range, hitting six from long range in the WAC semifinal victory over Seattle. The Aggies are one of the best defensive teams in the country, leading the WAC and ranking fifth nationally in opposing field-goal percentage (39.2 percent) and rebounding margin (9.1).

ABOUT CLEMSON: Reed struggled in the semifinal loss to Virginia but shot 19-for-34 from the field in averaging 18.3 points per game in his previous three contests. Senior guard Gabe DeVoe also elevated his game after the Grantham injury, posting two 25-point performances in his past five contests. The Tigers hit 75.7 percent of their free-throw attempts this season, second in the ACC and 40th in the country.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Aggies are 6-2-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall.
* Tigers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 non-conference games.
* Under is 7-3 in Aggies' last 10 overall.
* Under is 4-0 in Tigers' last 4 non-conference games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 51 percent of bettors taking the underdogs from New Mexico St., while 51 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.

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Friday's NCAA Tournament first round betting preview: West Region

(10) Providence Friars vs (7) Texas A&M Aggies (-2.5, 138)

Game to be played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Providence advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the fifth consecutive season, and the 10th-seeded Friars will meet No. 7 seed Texas A&M in the West Region on Friday in Charlotte, N.C. Providence finished in a three-way tie for third in the Big East before playing in three straight overtime games in the conference tournament, including a loss to Villanova in the championship game on Saturday.

The Aggies reached the NCAA Tournament for the second time in three seasons, overcoming an 0-5 start in the SEC to finish 9-9 and tied for seventh with Mississippi State before losing on a buzzer-beater to Alabama in the conference tournament opener. Tyler Davis, a 6-10 junior center for Texas A&M who averages a team-high 14.5 points and 8.8 rebounds, was held to single digits for just the fifth time this season in the loss to Alabama on Thursday. Davis, second-leading scorer Admon Gilder (12.2 points) and third-leading scorer DJ Hogg (11.3) were all key members of the Texas A&M team that reached the Sweet 16 two years ago. Providence has only advanced past the first game once in the previous four years in this tournament, beating USC two years ago before losing to the Trojans in the first round last season.

TV: 12:15 p.m. ET, CBS

LINE HISTORY: Texas A&M opened as 3.5-point favorites and that pointspread has been bet down slightly to -2.5. The total hit betting boards at 138.5 and has been dropped slightly to 138.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT PROVIDENCE: A key player for the Friars will be 6-7 sophomore guard Alpha Diallo, who's second on the team in scoring at 13 points per game and the top rebounder at 6.6. Diallo is coming off his sixth double-double of the season, posting 22 points and 10 rebounds in the overtime loss to Villanova. He played well while the Friars went 3-3 against Villanova and Xavier this season, a positive sign considering those conference foes earned top seeds for this tournament.

ABOUT TEXAS A&M: Davis should feel at ease in this environment, as he made 7-of-8 shots and led the Aggies with 17 points in their Sweet 16 loss to second-seeded Oklahoma two years ago. Providence will likely counter with 6-8 senior forward Rodney Bullock, but he'll be giving up two inches and about 40 pounds to Davis, and fellow frontcourt starter Kalif Young hasn't played more than eight minutes in the past four games for the Friars. The Aggies also have good size elsewhere in the starting lineup with Hogg (6-9) and Robert Williams (6-10), which will certainly pose problems for Providence.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Friars are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 non-conference games.
* Aggies are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.
* Over is 13-3-1 in Friars' last 17 non-conference games.
* Over is 7-3 in Aggies' last 10 overall.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 68 percent of bettors taking the underdogs from Providence, while 52 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(15) Lipscomb Bison vs (2) North Carolina Tar Heels (-19.5, 162.5)

Game to be played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

North Carolina begins defense of its NCAA Tournament title as the No. 2 seed in the West Region when it meets 15th-seeded Lipscomb in Friday's first round at Charlotte, N.C. The Tar Heels, who are coming off a 71-63 loss to Virginia in the AAC Tournament championship game Saturday, are trying for their seventh national championship after defeating Gonzaga 71-65 in 2017 and losing in the 2016 title game to Villanova 77-74 on a last-second shot.

“For our younger guys to get this feeling, and for me to get this feeling, I think it will have us come back even more hungry going into the (NCAA) Tournament,” North Carolina senior forward Theo Pinson told reporters after Saturday's loss. The Tar Heels feature a balanced attack led by junior forward Luke Maye, who averages team bests of 17.2 points and 10.1 rebounds, and was one of two ACC players to average a double-double (Duke's Marvin Bagley III). The Bisons earned their first NCAA Tournament appearance with a 108-96 victory at Florida Gulf Coast on March 4 after watching a 32-point second-half lead get trimmed to five. "Couldn't be happier," Lipscomb coach Casey Alexander told reporters. "Someone asked me how I was feeling. I don't even know."

TV: 2:30 p.m. ET, CBS

LINE HISTORY: North Carolina opened as massive 19-point favorites and that number wasn't high enough for bettors as they have been bet up slightly to -19.5. The total hit betting boards at 163.5 and has been bet down to 162.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT LIPSCOMB: The Bisons are fueled by junior guard Garrison Mathews, who led the Atlantic Sun in scoring at 22.1 points, averaging 28.3 over his last three games after scoring 33 versus FGCU. Junior forward Rob Marberry was the team's only other double-figure scorer at 16 points per game while averaging 5.8 rebounds. Junior forward Eli Pepper (7.0 points) averaged a club-most 7.9 rebounds - good for third in the Atlantic Sun - while sophomore guard Kenny Cooper (9.9 points) averaged a team-best 4.0 assists.

ABOUT NORTH CAROLINA: Maye and senior guard Joel Berry (17.1 points per game) combined for 37 points and shot 12-for-25 from the field against Virginia, which allows the fewest points in the nation at 53.4, but their teammates were 8-for-24. That includes senior guard Cameron Johnson (12.7 points), who averaged 14.4 points in the five games before scoring four Saturday. Pinson (10.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, team-high 4.8 assists) performs well at both ends of the court while junior guard Kenny Williams (11.4) adds consistent scoring depth.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Bison are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
* Tar Heels are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 neutral site games.
* Over is 7-3 in Bison's last 10 overall.
* Over is 10-4 in Tar Heels' last 14 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 74 percent of bettors taking the favorites from North Carolina, while 53 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(16) Texas Southern Tigers vs (1) Xavier Musketeers (-19.5, 160)

Game to be played at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Xavier was on the cusp of its first-ever Final Four last season as a No. 11 seed, and Chris Mack's squad hopes it can finally break through that glass ceiling after securing a No. 1 seed for the first time in school history in 2017-18. The Musketeers begin what they hope is another deep run with a first-round matchup Friday in the West Region against 16th-seeded Texas Southern in Nashville, Tenn.

Xavier upset three single-digit seeds last year before watching its season end against national championship runner-up Gonzaga in the Elite Eight, marking the third time it fell one game short of the Final Four. This season's edition of the Musketeers, who are two victories shy of matching a school record, posted 10- and nine-game winning streaks en route to capturing the Big East regular-season title, halting Villanova's four-year run atop the conference. Xavier enters the tournament with a bit of a sour taste in its mouth, however, as it surrendered a 17-point, second-half lead in an overtime loss to Providence in the conference tournament semifinals last Friday. The Tigers notched their first-ever NCAA Tournament victory with Wednesday's 64-46 win over North Carolina Central in First Four action.

TV: 7:20 p.m. ET, TBS

LINE HISTORY: The top ranked Xavier Musketeers opened as big 19.5-point favorites over the First Four qualifier from Texas Southern and as of Thursday afternoon that number has not moved. The total hit betting boards at 160 and has also been steady since its release.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT TEXAS SOUTHERN: The Tigers faced six NCAA Tournament teams prior to beginning Southwestern Athletic Conference action, and 5-7 sophomore Demontrae Jefferson (23.4 points) averaged 23.8 points in the four such games he played, reaching the 20-point mark each time. Trayvon Reed (9.7 points, 8.8 rebounds) - a 7-2 junior who leads the SWAC in blocks per game (3.1) and field-goal percentage (68.4) - went 4-for-4 from the floor and swatted six shots Wednesday to contribute to the Eagles' 30.4-percent showing from the field. Second-leading scorer Donte Clark (18.6 points) is averaging 22.7 points over his last six outings and is among the national leaders in free throws made (208, seventh) and attempted (270, fourth).

ABOUT XAVIER: Three-time All-Big East selection Trevon Bluiett (team-high marks of 19.5 points and 5.7 rebounds) went 2-for-14 from the field against the Friars but stands second on the school's all-time scoring list (2,227), and his 315 career 3-pointers are a program record. Fellow senior guard J.P. Macura (12.2 points) has reached double figures only once in the last four games, but his 1,445 career points rank 20th in school history. Despite not playing more than 24 minutes in any of the last 21 games, senior forward Kerem Kanter (10.4 points, 4.5 boards) has scored at least 10 points in every contest over that span in which he played more than 12 minutes.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Tigers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
* Musketeers are 24-6-1 ATS in their last 31 NCAA Tournament games.
* Over is 4-1 in Tigers' last 5 games following a straight up win.
* Under is 5-1-1 in Musketeers' last 7 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 56 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Xavier, while 52 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.




(9) Florida State Seminoles vs (8) Missouri Tigers (+1.5, 147)

Game to be played at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Missouri survived an early season injury to heralded freshman Michael Porter Jr. to reach the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2013, but there is plenty of uncertainty surrounding the team entering the event. The eighth-seeded Tigers will try to take care of business on the floor when they face No. 9 seed Florida State on Friday in the first round of the West Region in Nashville, Tenn.

While Porter, considered a potential NBA lottery pick, returned from back surgery in time to appear in the SEC Tournament, Missouri will play without suspended forward Jordan Barnett, the team's second-leading scorer (13.7 points per game) who was arrested for DWI on Saturday. "He's suspended as we speak. He won't play Friday," first-year coach Cuonzo Martin told reporters Sunday before adding that Barnett could potentially return if the Tigers advance to the second round. To do so, they will need to take care of a Seminoles squad that lost six of 10 down the stretch, including an 82-74 setback against Louisville in the ACC Tournament. This is Florida State's second straight tournament appearance and sixth overall under coach Leonard Hamilton.

TV: 9:45 p.m. ET, TBS

LINE HISTORY: Missouri opened as 1-point favorites however heavy early betting on Florida St. caused the pointspread to jump the fence to 1.5 points in their direction. The total hit betting boards at 147.5 and has been bet down slightly to 147.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT FLORIDA STATE: The Seminoles use a balanced scoring attack with three players averaging between 13.2 and 12.9 points, a trio led by guard Terance Mann, who has been held to single digits in six of his last eight contests. Florida State backed into the tournament to a degree but owns wins over Florida, North Carolina, Miami (Fla.), Clemson, Virginia Tech and Syracuse - all tournament teams - and Hamilton hopes his squad can hit the reset button and rediscover its earlier form. "I'm sure that we'll play with a lot more sense of urgency to bounce back from what we thought was a poor performance (against Louisville)," he told the media.

ABOUT MISSOURI: Porter was hurt early in the season opener and did not return until Thursday's 62-60 loss to Georgia in the SEC Tournament, scoring 12 points on 5-of-17 shooting. "With this type of injury, the last thing to come back is your explosiveness, your pop," Porter told reporters after the loss. "I knew that wasn't there yet." Senior Kassius Robertson leads the team with 16.2 points per game while freshman Jontay Porter - Michael's brother - is the top rebounder (6.8) and averaged 21 points on 69 percent shooting over his last three contests.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Seminoles are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games overall.
* Tigers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 vs. Atlantic Coast.
* Under is 4-1 in Seminoles' last 5 non-conference games.
* Over is 14-2 in Tigers' last 16 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 51 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Florida St., while 53 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.

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Friday's NCAA Tournament first round betting preview: South Region

(15) Georgia St. Panthers vs (2) Cincinnati Bearcats (-13.5, 129.5)

Game to be played at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cincinnati has made a habit of long winning streaks en route to winning the American Athletic Conference Tournament, and the Bearcats look to keep rolling as their journey in the Big Dance begins Friday against Georgia State in the South Region at Nashville, Tenn. The second-seeded Bearcats enter the NCAA Tournament with seven straight wins, including a 56-55 triumph over Houston in Sunday’s conference title game, to give the program back-to-back 30-victory seasons for the first time.

The Bearcats have smothered opponents all season, allowing just 57.1 points per game - ranking second in the nation to Virginia. Cincinnati fashioned a 16-game winning streak earlier this season, and three of its four losses came against teams ranked in the top 25 at the time. No. 15 seed Georgia State captured its second Sun Belt Conference title in the past four seasons Sunday with a 74-61 victory over Texas-Arlington and, after losing four of five late in the season, it enters the NCAAs on a four-game winning streak. The Panthers, making their first NCAA Tournament appearance since reaching the second round in 2015, are limiting opponents to 39.3 percent shooting from the field.

TV: 2 p.m. ET, TBS

LINE HISTORY: Cincinnati opened the week as 15.5-point favorites and steady action on the underdog Panthers has puched that pointspread down to -13.5 as of Thursday night. The total hit betting boards at 126 and has been bet up to 129.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT GEORGIA STATE: Sophomore guard D’Marcus Simonds, the Sun Belt player of the year, averages 21.1 points overall and scored 16.7 per contest in the conference tournament. Senior guard Isaiah Williams, who scored 21 points in the semifinal victory over Georgia Southern as Simonds was saddled with foul trouble, is 9-of-18 from 3-point range in his past four games. The Panthers led the Sun Belt in 3-point shooting, hitting 38.8 percent of their attempts from long range.

ABOUT CINCINNATI: Senior forward Gary Clark averaged 16.3 points per game during the AAC Tournament, shooting 57.7 percent from the field in three games. Senior forward Kyle Washington has reached double figures in 10 of his past 13 games, averaging 12.2 points during that stretch while shooting 52.8 percent from the field. Cincinnati led the country entering Sunday in scoring margin, beating opponents by an average of 17.8 points per game.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Panthers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games overall.
* Bearcats are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 neutral site games.
* Under is 6-0 in Panthers' last 6 neutral site games.
* Under is 52-21 in Bearcats' last 73 non-conference games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 58 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Cincinnati, while 64 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.




(10) Texas Longhorns vs (7) Nevada Wolf Pack (+1.5, 143.5)

Game to be played at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Texas overcame a ton of adversity to get back to the NCAA Tournament. The 10th-seeded Longhorns' reward is trying to stop seventh-seeded Nevada's high-powered offense in the first round of the South Region in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday.

The regular-season Mountain West Conference champs feature four players in double figures who all have NCAA Tournament experience with the Wolf Pack or their former teams. Twins Caleb and Cody Martin combine for 32.7 points and 11.6 rebounds for Nevada, which is looking for its first NCAA Tournament win since 2007. The Longhorns' up-and-down season included playing without Andrew Jones (diagnosed with leukemia in January) and consistent bench contributor Eric Davis Jr. (withheld during investigation since Feb. 23). The young Texas team - which played four freshmen in its seven-man rotation in Thursday's loss to Texas Tech in the Big 12 quarterfinals - got 6-11 freshman forward Mohamed Bamba back after he missed three games with a toe injury.

TV: 4:20 p.m. ET, TBS

LINE HISTORY: Nevada opened as 1.5-point favorites and heavy sharp action on Texas caused that number to jump the fence Thursday to Longhorns -1.5. The total hit betting boards at 144.5 and has been dropped to 143.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT TEXAS: Junior forward Dylan Osetkowsi leads the Longhorns with 13.6 points and 7.1 rebounds, while junior guard Kerwin Roach II adds 11.9 points and 3.7 rebounds. Bamba chips in 12.9 points to go along with a Big 12-best 10.4 rebounds and 3.7 blocks. Freshman guard Matt Coleman (9.7 points, 4.1 assists) has been solid all year, while freshman forward Jericho Sims (5.1 points, 3.9 rebounds) and sophomore guard Jacob Young (6.2 points, including a career-high 29 points on Thursday) increased their production down the stretch with more minutes.

ABOUT NEVADA: Junior Caleb Martin averages 19.1 points while Cody Martin adds 13.6 points for the Wolf Park, who won 12 road games while going 1-2 in neutral games. Junior wing Jordan Caroline adds 17.9 points and a team-best 8.8 rebounds, while senior guard Kendall Stephens adds 13.2 points after hitting a league-record 73 3-pointers in Mountain West play. The Wolf Pack, who average 9.9 turnovers per game, are coming off their worst game of the season in Friday's 90-73 loss to San Diego State, allowing the eventual Mountain West Tournament champs to shoot 51.9 percent from the floor.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Longhorns are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 NCAA Tournament games.
* Wolf Pack are 17-3-1 ATS in their last 21 games following a straight up loss.
* Over is 10-3 in Longhorns' last 13 NCAA Tournament games.
* Over is 4-0 in Wolf Pack's last 4 vs. Big 12.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 53 percent of bettors taking the underdogs from Texas, while 56 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(9) Kansas State Wildcats vs (8) Creighton Bluejays (-1, 144.5)

Game to be played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Marcus Foster was the leading scorer at Kansas State his freshman and sophomore years, but the senior shooting guard will be up against his former team when eighth-seeded Creighton plays the No. 9 Wildcats in the first round of the South Region on Friday in Charlotte, N.C. Foster transferred to Creighton after the 2014-15 season and last week was named first-team all-Big East for the second straight year.

Foster, who struggled with disciplinary issues during his two years at Kansas State, is averaging 24 points over the past four games to boost his season average to 20.3, fourth in the Big East. Creighton finished in a three-way tie for third in the Big East with Seton Hall and Providence, then lost in overtime in the quarterfinals of the conference tournament to Providence. Kansas State finished fourth in the Big 12 and advanced to the semifinals of the conference tournament, losing to Kansas for the third time this season 83-67. The Wildcats played without leading scorer Dean Wade (16.5), who sustained a foot injury in the quarterfinal win against TCU, and second-leading scorer Barry Brown (16) left after getting poked in the eye two minutes into the game. Kansas State coach Bruce Weber was optimistic after the game Friday that both would be available for the start of the NCAA Tournament.

TV: 6:45 p.m. ET, TNT

LINE HISTORY: Creighton opened as 1.5-point favorites and that number has been bet down slightly to -1. The total hit betting boards at 145.5 and has been dropped to 144.5.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT CREIGHTON: Foster averaged seven 3-pointers a game and has become substantially more accurate from beyond the arc this season, converting on 42.2 percent of his attempts compared to 34.1 last season; and he was under 40 percent both seasons at Kansas State, as well. Foster has a solid compliment in the backcourt in junior shooting guard Khyri Thomas, who is shooting 41.9 percent from 3-point distance. Thomas averaged 20.8 points over the final five regular-season games, but was kept quiet in the overtime loss to Providence on Thursday, scoring eight points - just the third time this season he has been held to single digits.

ABOUT KANSAS STATE: Wade is a 6-10 junior forward who shoots 55 percent from the floor and leads the Wildcats at 6.3 rebounds a game. Creighton starts four guards and 6-10 senior forward Toby Hegner, who averages just three rebounds a game, so Kansas State should have a clear advantage down low if Wade is healthy. The Wildcats are also excited about 6-9 sophomore forward Makol Mawien, who took advantage of Wade's absence to score a season-high 29 points against Kansas and he should see increased minutes against Creighton, regardless of Wade's status.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Wildcats are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 vs. Big East.
* Bluejays are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games overall.
* Under is 7-1 in Wildcats' last 8 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.
* Under is 4-1 in Bluejays' last 5 vs. Big 12.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 55 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Creighton, while 51 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.




(16) MD Baltimore County Retrievers vs (1) Virginia Cavaliers (-21, 121)

Game to be played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Top-seeded Virginia kicks off its pursuit of a national championship against Maryland-Baltimore County in the first round of the South Region on Friday at Charlotte, N.C. The Cavaliers are the clear No. 1 team in the country heading into the NCAA Tournament after capturing the ACC championship on Saturday, while the 16th-seeded Retrievers got into the tournament after a buzzer-beater win in the America East title game.

Virginia is fresh off one of the most dominant seasons in ACC history where it went 20-1 in the regular season and playoffs, capped off with a 71-63 win in the championship game over North Carolina on Saturday night. Kyle Guy had 16 points and Devon Hall added 15, but it was the vaunted "Pack Line" defense that came through when it mattered most, holding the Tar Heels scoreless for five minutes late in the second half as Virginia stretched its lead to nine with 3:32 remaining and held on for the third ACC championship in program history. UMBC made one of the more dramatic entrances to the tournament as senior Jairus Lyles nailed a long 3-pointer with less than a second remaining as the double-digit underdog Retrievers knocked off Vermont 65-62. "Win the game, that was all that was going through my head," Lyles told reporters after finishing with a game-high 27 points on 10-of-23 shooting.

TV: 9:20 p.m. ET, TNT

LINE HISTORY: Virginia opened as 22.5-point favorites and bettors have been hitting the underdog Retrievers, driving the pointspread down to -21. The total hit betting boards at 120.5 and in up slightly to 121.

BETTING STATS:

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ABOUT MARYLAND-BALTIMORE COUNTY: Trailing by nine with 8:21 remaining, UMBC turned up the pressure on defense and didn't allow a field-goal for the rest of the game as it snapped a 23-game losing streak to Vermont that dated back 10 seasons. Lyles, the team's leading scorer at 20.2 points per game, also hit the game-tying three with 1:01 remaining and finished 5-of-7 from behind the arc. Backcourt mate K.J. Maura, the America East assists leader, had just two against Vermont but averaged 5.2 per game this season and was named to the America East All-Championship team.

ABOUT VIRGINIA: "This is one of the most connected groups I've ever coached," Virginia coach Tony Bennett told reporters as he accepted the ACC championship trophy on Saturday night, referring to a roster that doesn't have any one-and-dones or NBA lottery picks. Instead, the Cavaliers have developed a special chemistry that has led to the NCAA's best defense that gives up just 53.4 points per game, almost four fewer than the second-best team (Cincinnati). But Virginia can also score when it needs to, as it proved against North Carolina on Saturday when it shot 52.9 percent (9-for-17) from behind the 3-point line and went 20-of-22 from the free-throw line.

MATCHUP CHART:

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TRENDS:

* Retrievers are 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 games overall.
* Cavaliers are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 non-conference games.
* Over is 6-0 in Retrievers' last 6 neutral site games.
* Over is 4-1 in Cavaliers' last 5 NCAA Tournament games.

CONSENSUS: Consensus data is showing 69 percent of bettors taking the favorites from Virginia, while 59 percent of totals wagers are on the Under.

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NCAAB
Dunkel

Friday, March 16


MD-Baltimore Co @ Virginia

Game 863-864
March 16, 2018 @ 9:20 pm

Dunkel Rating:
MD-Baltimore Co
56.784
Virginia
76.228
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Virginia
by 19 1/2
116
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Virginia
by 23
121 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
MD-Baltimore Co
(+23); Under

Kansas State @ Creighton

Game 865-866
March 16, 2018 @ 6:50 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Kansas State
68.019
Creighton
67.135
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Kansas State
by 1
138
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Creighton
by 2
145 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Kansas State
(+2); Under

Providence @ Texas A&M

Game 867-868
March 16, 2018 @ 12:15 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Providence
63.425
Texas A&M
69.533
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Texas A&M
by 6
146
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Texas A&M
by 3 1/2
138
Dunkel Pick:
Texas A&M
(-3 1/2); Over

Lipscomb @ North Carolina

Game 869-870
March 16, 2018 @ 2:45 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Lipscomb
52.945
North Carolina
75.438
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
North Carolina
by 22 1/2
167
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
North Carolina
by 19 1/2
161 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
North Carolina
(-19 1/2); Over

Butler @ Arkansas

Game 871-872
March 16, 2018 @ 3:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Butler
68.576
Arkansas
65.014
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Butler
by 3 1/2
158
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Butler
by 1
152 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Butler
(-1); Over

CS-Fullerton @ Purdue

Game 873-874
March 16, 2018 @ 12:40 pm

Dunkel Rating:
CS-Fullerton
52.315
Purdue
75.785
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Purdue
by 23 1/2
152
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Purdue
by 20 1/2
145 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Purdue
(-20 1/2); Over

Syracuse @ TCU

Game 875-876
March 16, 2018 @ 9:40 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Syracuse
65.339
TCU
68.427
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
TCU
by 3
132
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
TCU
by 4 1/2
136 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Syracuse
(+4 1/2); Under

Bucknell @ Michigan State

Game 877-878
March 16, 2018 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Bucknell
63.185
Michigan State
73.564
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Michigan State
by 10 1/2
143
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Michigan State
by 15
148 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Bucknell
(+15); Under

Texas @ Nevada

Game 879-880
March 16, 2018 @ 4:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Texas
66.218
Nevada
67.303
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Nevada
by 1
137
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Texas
by 1
144
Dunkel Pick:
Nevada
(+1); Under

Georgia State @ Cincinnati

Game 881-882
March 16, 2018 @ 2:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Georgia State
59.513
Cincinnati
71.649
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Cincinnati
by 12
122
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Cincinnati
by 15 1/2
129
Dunkel Pick:
Georgia State
(+15 1/2); Under

Texas Southern @ Xavier

Game 883-884
March 16, 2018 @ 7:20 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Texas Southern
49.063
Xavier
72.134
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Xavier
by 23
166
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Xavier
by 19
160
Dunkel Pick:
Xavier
(-19); Over

Florida State @ Missouri

Game 885-886
March 16, 2018 @ 9:50 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Florida State
67.404
Missouri
64.587
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Florida State
by 3
155
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Florida State
by 1
148
Dunkel Pick:
Florida State
(-1); Over

Murray State @ West Virginia

Game 887-888
March 16, 2018 @ 4:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Murray State
59.305
West Virginia
72.415
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
West Virginia
by 13
138
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
West Virginia
by 10 1/2
146 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
West Virginia
(-10 1/2); Under

Marshall @ Wichita State

Game 889-890
March 16, 2018 @ 1:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Marshall
56.784
Wichita State
71.365
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Wichita State
by 14 1/2
159
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Wichita State
by 12
167 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Wichita State
(-12); Under

New Mexico St @ Clemson

Game 891-892
March 16, 2018 @ 9:55 pm

Dunkel Rating:
New Mexico St
62.416
Clemson
64.875
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Clemson
by 2 1/2
138
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Clemson
by 6
132 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
New Mexico St
(+6); Over

Coll of Charleston @ Auburn

Game 893-894
March 16, 2018 @ 7:25 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Coll of Charlesto
60.513
Auburn
68.276
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Auburn
by 7 1/2
154
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Auburn
by 11 1/2
148 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Coll of Charlesto
(+11 1/2); Over

Central Michigan @ Wofford

Game 579-580
March 16, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Central Michigan
54.785
Wofford
57.327
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Wofford
by 2 1/2
154
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Wofford
by 5
145
Dunkel Pick:
Central Michigan
(+5); Over

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NCAAB
Long Sheet

Friday, March 16

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C MICHIGAN (20 - 14) at WOFFORD (21 - 12) - 3/16/2018, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WOFFORD is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
C MICHIGAN is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in non-conference games this season.


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




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MD-BALT COUNTY (24 - 10) vs. VIRGINIA (31 - 2) - 3/16/2018, 9:20 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VIRGINIA is 20-10 ATS (+9.0 Units) in all games this season.
VIRGINIA is 20-10 ATS (+9.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
VIRGINIA is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) as a favorite this season.
VIRGINIA is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games after a conference game this season.
VIRGINIA is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in road games off a win against a conference rival this season.
VIRGINIA is 15-8 ATS (+6.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
VIRGINIA is 39-59 ATS (-25.9 Units) in March games since 1997.


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




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KANSAS ST (22 - 11) vs. CREIGHTON (21 - 11) - 3/16/2018, 6:50 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS ST is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in non-conference games this season.
CREIGHTON is 28-16 ATS (+10.4 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
CREIGHTON is 8-15 ATS (-8.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CREIGHTON is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in road games 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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PROVIDENCE (21 - 13) vs. TEXAS A&M (20 - 12) - 3/16/2018, 12:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PROVIDENCE is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in non-conference games this season.
PROVIDENCE is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
PROVIDENCE is 30-19 ATS (+9.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
PROVIDENCE is 20-8 ATS (+11.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS A&M is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) off a loss against a conference rival 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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LIPSCOMB (23 - 9) vs. N CAROLINA (25 - 10) - 3/16/2018, 2:45 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N CAROLINA is 35-24 ATS (+8.6 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 38-22 ATS (+13.8 Units) in road games on Friday nights since 1997.
N CAROLINA is 174-135 ATS (+25.5 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.


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




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BUTLER (20 - 13) vs. ARKANSAS (23 - 11) - 3/16/2018, 3:10 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUTLER is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in road games after a conference game this season.
BUTLER is 2-12 ATS (-11.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
BUTLER is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
BUTLER is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game this season.
BUTLER is 73-40 ATS (+29.0 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
BUTLER is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) in road games when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
BUTLER is 73-40 ATS (+29.0 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.
BUTLER is 158-93 ATS (+55.7 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
BUTLER is 77-47 ATS (+25.3 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
BUTLER is 19-4 ATS (+14.6 Units) in first round tournament games since 1997.
BUTLER is 25-9 ATS (+15.1 Units) in a NCAA tournament games since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 81-124 ATS (-55.4 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 29-53 ATS (-29.3 Units) in road games off a loss against a conference rival since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 96-143 ATS (-61.3 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 65-95 ATS (-39.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game this season.


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




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CS-FULLERTON (20 - 11) vs. PURDUE (28 - 6) - 3/16/2018, 12:40 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CS-FULLERTON is 20-38 ATS (-21.8 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
PURDUE is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
CS-FULLERTON is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all games this season.
CS-FULLERTON is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
CS-FULLERTON is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) as an underdog this season.
PURDUE is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 this season.
PURDUE is 6-14 ATS (-9.4 Units) after a conference game this season.


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




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SYRACUSE (21 - 13) vs. TCU (21 - 11) - 3/16/2018, 9:40 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SYRACUSE is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) as a neutral court underdog of 3.5 to 6 points since 1997.
TCU is 179-229 ATS (-72.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
TCU is 112-148 ATS (-50.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.


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




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BUCKNELL (25 - 9) vs. MICHIGAN ST (29 - 4) - 3/16/2018, 7:10 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MICHIGAN ST is 94-62 ATS (+25.8 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 since 1997.
MICHIGAN ST is 4-14 ATS (-11.4 Units) after a conference game this season.
MICHIGAN ST is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning 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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TEXAS (19 - 14) vs. NEVADA (27 - 7) - 3/16/2018, 4:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEVADA is 38-26 ATS (+9.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 38-26 ATS (+9.4 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 33-20 ATS (+11.0 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 over the last 3 seasons.
NEVADA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 27-14 ATS (+11.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 29-14 ATS (+13.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games 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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GEORGIA ST (24 - 10) vs. CINCINNATI (30 - 4) - 3/16/2018, 2:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGIA ST is 19-11 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all games this season.
GEORGIA ST is 19-11 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
GEORGIA ST is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in road games off a win against a conference rival this season.
CINCINNATI is 33-52 ATS (-24.2 Units) in road games in March games since 1997.
CINCINNATI is 119-161 ATS (-58.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.


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




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TEXAS SOUTHERN (16 - 19) vs. XAVIER (28 - 5) - 3/16/2018, 7:20 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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FLORIDA ST (20 - 11) vs. MISSOURI (20 - 12) - 3/16/2018, 9:50 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA ST is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA ST is 4-15 ATS (-12.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
MISSOURI is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) in a neutral court game where the total is 145 to 149.5 since 1997.
MISSOURI is 31-51 ATS (-25.1 Units) after scoring 60 points or less since 1997.


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




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MURRAY ST (26 - 5) vs. W VIRGINIA (24 - 10) - 3/16/2018, 4:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W VIRGINIA is 20-8 ATS (+11.2 Units) in a NCAA 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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MARSHALL (24 - 10) vs. WICHITA ST (25 - 7) - 3/16/2018, 1:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WICHITA ST is 221-177 ATS (+26.3 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
WICHITA ST is 27-13 ATS (+12.7 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game since 1997.
MARSHALL is 20-11 ATS (+7.9 Units) in all games this season.
MARSHALL is 20-11 ATS (+7.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
MARSHALL is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) after a conference game this season.
MARSHALL is 26-14 ATS (+10.6 Units) off a win against a conference rival 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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NEW MEXICO ST (28 - 5) vs. CLEMSON (23 - 9) - 3/16/2018, 9:55 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW MEXICO ST is 42-25 ATS (+14.5 Units) in March games since 1997.
CLEMSON is 77-111 ATS (-45.1 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
CLEMSON is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) in road games in first round 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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COLL OF CHARLESTON (26 - 7) vs. AUBURN (25 - 7) - 3/16/2018, 7:25 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLL OF CHARLESTON is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) on Friday nights over the last 3 seasons.
AUBURN is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
COLL OF CHARLESTON is 62-33 ATS (+25.7 Units) in road games in non-conference games since 1997.


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

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NCAAB

Friday, March 16

Day Games
Providence lost in Big East final Saturday; all three tournament games went to OT. Friars are #117 experience team, starting three seniors- they lost five of last six first round games in this tournament. Providence is 7-7 in last 14 games overall; they’re 9-4 outside Big East (#191 NC sked), 6-9 vs top 50 teams. Texas A&M is 3-4 in its last seven games; they’re 11-1 outside SEC (NC sked #38) but were only 9-10 inside SEC. they’re #233 experience team. Over the last five years, favorites are 12-8 against the spread in #7-10 seed 1st round games.

Purdue won 15 of last 17 first round games, covering four of last six; Boilermakers start four seniors, are #52 experience team- they make 42% of their 3’s. Purdue is 13-2 outside Big 14 (#145 NC sked); they’re 12-0 vs teams ranked outside top 100. Cal State-Fullerton won eight of last ten games; they’ve got good guards, are #3 team in country in %age of their points scored on foul line. Titans are #235 experience team- they’re 5-5 outside Big West (#80 NC sked); they’re 1-4 vs top 100 teams. Big West teams are 2-5 vs spread in this round the last seven years.

Dan D’Antoni is Marshall’s coach; his team plays fast (#6 pace), just like the Rockets. Marshall won 10 of its last 12 games; they’re #260 experience team that is 9-4 outside C-USA (NC sked #334). Thundering Herd makes 35.6% of its 3’s; 46% of their shots are 3’s. C-USA teams won their 1st round game four of last five years. Wichita State is 16-0 vs teams ranked outside top 100; Shockers are #13 experience team, but teams shoot 36.3% on arc against them (#247). Wichita’s last six wins are all by 8 or fewer points- they won last five first round games.

Cincinnati won its last seven games; they force turnovers 22.3% of time, have #2 eFG% defense in country. Bearcats are 11-2 outside AAC, vs NC schedule #295- they’re 11-4 vs top 100 teams. Cincy plays slow (#322 pace). Georgia State is #101 experience team; they make 39.1% of their 3’s, take lot of them. Panthers have great PG in Simonds, but have thin bench (#342 in bench minutes played); they beat Tulane of AAC 70-59 back in November. Last four years, #2-seeds are 9-7 vs spread in 1st round games. Sun Belt teams covered three of last four 1st round games.

North Carolina split its last six games overall, went 11-2 vs #15 non-league schedule; they won their last 15 first round games, but are 5-7-1 vs spread in last 13. Tar Heels rebound 38.4% of their own misses, #2 in country; they’re 7-1 vs teams ranked outside top 100. Lipscomb is in NCAAs for first time; they won 12 of last 13 games, are 8-5 vs NC schedule #30, but are 2-4 vs top 100 teams, with losses by 22-23-10-32 points. Bisons get 22.3% of their points on foul line (#27). Atlantic Sun teams are 3-2 vs spread in first round the last five years.

Arkansas is #43 experience team that is 10-2 outside SEC (#135 NC sked), 6-8 vs top 50 teams; Razorbacks are in NCAAs for 3rd time in last four years- they won their last three first round games. Hogs are 8-3 in last 11 games; they start three seniors. Butler is #204 experience team that lost six of last nine games, with two OT losses; Bulldogs are 10-3 outside Big East (NC sked #157), 4-10 vs top 50 teams. Butler turns ball only 15.7% of time (#28); Arkansas forces TO’s 19.4% of time. Last three years, Big East teams are 17-7 vs SEC opponents.

West Virginia forces turnovers 23.4% of time; they’re #196 experience team that is 11-2 vs teams ranked outside top 50- they’re 11-1 outside Big X (#297 NC sked). Mountaineers won five of last seven games; they start pair of senior guards, are 3-4 vs spread in last seven 1st round games. Murray State is in NCAAs for first time in six years; they lost by 5 to Middle Tennessee, by 4 to Auburn in high-profile non-league games. Racers won their last 13 games, are #110 experience team- their PG Stark is a senior, but Murray isn’t deep (#304 in bench minutes).

Nevada has injury issues; PG Drew tore his achilles, Caroline is playing thru a broken finger, Martin is playing thru foot issues. Wolf Pack lost by 11 to Iowa St of Big X in first round LY; they lost twice to San Diego State in last two weeks, were down 30 at the half in their last game, but Musselman is an NBA coach and Nevada gets 35% of its point behind arc, which negates Texas shot blocker Bamba. Longhorns are #336 experience team with depth issues; they’re 4-6 in last 10 games. Last four years, Mountain West teams are 1-4 vs spread in this round.

Night Games
Creighton star Foster played his first two years of college ball at Kansas State, which makes this 8-9 game more interesting. Bluejays lost six of last nine games; they’re 6-7 since 6-9 Krampelj was lost for year. Creighton is #185 experience team that is 10-2 outside Big East (NC sked #291), but 4-7 vs top 50 teams- they shoot 37.6% on arc and take lot of them. K-State is #242 experience team that is 7-10 vs top 50 teams, 10-2 outside Big X (#321 NC sked). Wildcats start three sophs, two juniors. Last three years, Big X teams are 6-5 when playing Big East teams.

Bucknell (+13) lost 86-80 to West Virginia in 1st round LY, in a 4-13 game. Bison are #82 team in experience, starting three seniors- they suspended backup F Moore for this game; he didn’t play in Patriot tourney. Michigan State won only one tourney game last two years; Spartans are #281 experience team, starting four sophs and a freshman. Sparty opponents are shooting 38.4% inside arc this season. MSU makes 41.3% of its 3-pointers. Patriot League teams are 1-4 vs spread in this round last five years; Bucknell is 3-2 vs spread in this round.

Texas Southern started season 0-13 in a cash grab; son of school’s AD is on this team, which lost games by 7 at Clemson, 6 at Oregon, 6 at Wyoming- they also got smoked in several games, but they’ve won eight games in row. they shouldn’t be in awe; 11 of their 14 non-league opponents are top 120 teams. Xavier won 13 of last 15 games; they’re #123 experience team that plays pace #61. musketeers are 12-1 outside Big East; they’re 10-0 vs teams ranked outside top 100, with six wins by 19+ points. SWAC teams covered three of last four games in this round.

Since 2009, CAA teams are 9-2 vs spread in first round games; Charleston is #60 experience team that won 14 of its last 15 games. Cougars took trip to Alaska in November, went 3-2 in OT games this year, are #1 team in country in Minutes Continuity, a KenPom stat that measures stability of a roster. Auburn lost four of last six games after starting season 23-3; Tigers are in NCAA for first time since 2003- they’re #308 experience team. None of eight guys in Auburn’s rotation are seniors. Charleston wants a slower pace (#323) than Auburn (#21) does.

UMBC’s coach is Ryan Odom, whose dad Dave was once an assistant at Virginia. Retrievers are in NCAAs for first time in 10 years; they’re #99 experience team that makes 38.2% of its 3’s, and they take lot of them. UMBC has two senior G’s; they won 8 of last 9 games, winning at Vermont in America East final, after having lost 23 in row to UVM. Virginia won its last eight games, is #162 experience team that plays pace #351, slowest in country. Cavaliers are 9-0 vs teams raked outside top 100. Last three years, #1-seeds are 7-5 against the spread in first round games.

Missouri senior F Barnett (DUI) is suspended for this game, didn’t travel with team; freshman star Porter plays his 2nd game of season after sitting out whole year with back injury- he took 17 shots in 23:00 in his debut in 62-60 loss to Georgia in SEC tourney. Tigers lost four of last six games; they’re likely to start three freshmen in first NCAA game in five years. Florida State won 83-66 at Florida of SEC; they’re 11-1 outside ACC, but vs NC sked #331. Seminoles are 4-6 in last ten games- they play pace #1, are 3-0 in OT games this season.

When he was coach at Pitt, Jamie Dixon won his last five games with Syracuse. Syracuse played all five starters 34:00+ in Wednesday’s win over Arizona St; two guys played whole 40:00- their bench plays least minutes in country. Orange made Final Four as 10-seed two years ago; they can’t be dismissed here- their trip to Detroit is a short one. Syracuse is #309 experience team; they’re 4-5 in last nine games. TCU is #74 experience team that is 12-0 outside Big X (NC sked #178); Frogs split their last 10 games- they shoot 40% on arc.

New Mexico State is in NCAAs for 6th time in seven years under three head coaches; Aggies lost last nine 1st round games (3-6 vs spread); their last NCAA win was in 1993. State is experience team #76 that starts three seniors- they beat Miami 63-54 in Hawai’i so doubtful they’ll be awed by an ACC opponent. Clemson is in NCAA’s for first time in seven years; Tigers went 7-6 after losing big guy Grantham for year- they’re 15-2 vs teams ranked outside top 50. Clemson is #58 experience team; they play pace #296, Aggies play pace #173.

Other tournaments
Austin Peay is 8-4 in its last dozen games; they’re 3-7 outside OVC, beating Sun Belt’s Troy by hoop Dec 19. Governors force turnovers 22.2% of time (#12). UL-Monroe won seven of last ten games; they’re 4-5 outside Sun Belt, losing by 19 at Jacksonville State of OVC Dec 9. ULM is #68 experience team that plays pace #284- they get 40.9% of their points outside the arc.

Wofford got a bye in this tournament; they haven’t played in 12 days; Terriers are 6-4 outside SoCon, with a win in Chapel Hill over the Tar Heels. Wofford is #299 experience team that has made 39.9% of its 3’s (#18). Central Michigan won 94-89 in Ft Wayne Monday, using three starters 33:00+. Chippewas are 9-2 outside MAC, but their NC schedule is ranked #340.

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NCAAB

Friday, March 16

Trend Report

PROVIDENCE @ TEXAS A&M
PROVIDENCE

Providence is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Providence's last 13 games
TEXAS A&M

The total has gone OVER in 7 of Texas A&M's last 10 games
Texas A&M is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games
CAL STATE-FULLERTON @ PURDUE
CAL STATE-FULLERTON

The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Cal State-Fullerton's last 7 games
Cal State-Fullerton is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
PURDUE

Purdue is 21-4 SU in its last 25 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Purdue's last 6 games
MARSHALL @ WICHITA STATE
MARSHALL

Marshall is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
Marshall is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
WICHITA STATE

The total has gone OVER in 12 of Wichita State's last 13 games
Wichita State is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games
GEORGIA STATE @ CINCINNATI
GEORGIA STATE

Georgia State is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Georgia State is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
CINCINNATI

Cincinnati is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cincinnati's last 5 games
LIPSCOMB @ NORTH CAROLINA
LIPSCOMB

No trends to report
NORTH CAROLINA

The total has gone UNDER in 4 of North Carolina's last 5 games
North Carolina is 9-3 SU in its last 12 games
BUTLER @ ARKANSAS
BUTLER

The total has gone OVER in 17 of Butler's last 25 games
Butler is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games
ARKANSAS

Arkansas is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games
MURRAY STATE @ WEST VIRGINIA
MURRAY STATE

Murray State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Murray State's last 7 games
WEST VIRGINIA

The total has gone OVER in 5 of West Virginia's last 6 games
West Virginia is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
TEXAS @ NEVADA
TEXAS

No trends to report
NEVADA

Nevada is 16-4 SU in its last 20 games
Nevada is 1-4-1 ATS in its last 6 games
KANSAS STATE @ CREIGHTON
KANSAS STATE

No trends to report
CREIGHTON

The total has gone OVER in 4 of Creighton's last 6 games
Creighton is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
CENTRAL MICHIGAN @ WOFFORD
CENTRAL MICHIGAN

The total has gone OVER in 5 of Central Michigan's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Central Michigan's last 9 games
WOFFORD

Wofford is 12-3 SU in its last 15 games at home
Wofford is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games
BUCKNELL @ MICHIGAN STATE
BUCKNELL

No trends to report
MICHIGAN STATE

Michigan State is 13-1 SU in its last 14 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Michigan State's last 7 games
TEXAS SOUTHERN @ XAVIER
TEXAS SOUTHERN

No trends to report
XAVIER

Xavier is 13-2 SU in its last 15 games
Xavier is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON @ AUBURN
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

College of Charleston is 14-1 SU in its last 15 games
The total has gone OVER in 8 of College of Charleston's last 10 games
AUBURN

Auburn is 19-6 SU in its last 25 games
Auburn is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
UMBC @ VIRGINIA
UMBC

No trends to report
VIRGINIA

Virginia is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Virginia's last 5 games
SYRACUSE @ TCU
SYRACUSE

The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Syracuse's last 6 games
TCU

The total has gone OVER in 14 of TCU's last 20 games
TCU is 4-1-1 ATS in its last 6 games
FLORIDA STATE @ MISSOURI
FLORIDA STATE

The total has gone OVER in 5 of Florida State's last 7 games
Florida State is 1-7 ATS in its last 8 games
MISSOURI

The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Missouri's last 11 games
Missouri is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
NEW MEXICO STATE @ CLEMSON
NEW MEXICO STATE

New Mexico State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
CLEMSON

Clemson is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games

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Saturday's 2nd Round lines

Bama-Nova (-11, 148)

URI-Duke (-9.5, 149.5)

Buff-UK (-6, 158)

Loyola-Chi-Tenn (-6, 130)

Hall-Kan (-4.5, 154)

OSU-Zags (-3.5, 145)

Fla-TTech (-2, 134)

Hou-Mich (-3, 134)

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NBA
Dunkel

Friday, March 16


Boston @ Orlando

Game 801-802
March 16, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Boston
00.000
Orlando
00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Boston

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Boston

Dunkel Pick:
Boston
( );

Brooklyn @ Philadelphia

Game 803-804
March 16, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Brooklyn
113.129
Philadelphia
119.318
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Philadelphia
by 6
224
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Philadelphia
by 8 1/2
218
Dunkel Pick:
Brooklyn
(+8 1/2); Over

Dallas @ Toronto

Game 805-806
March 16, 2018 @ 7:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Dallas
117.142
Toronto
126.687
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Toronto
by 9 1/2
208
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Toronto
by 11 1/2
213
Dunkel Pick:
Dallas
(+11 1/2); Under

LA Clippers @ Oklahoma City

Game 807-808
March 16, 2018 @ 8:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Clippers
00.000
Oklahoma City
00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
LA Clippers

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Clippers

Dunkel Pick:
LA Clippers
( );

Sacramento @ Golden State

Game 809-810
March 16, 2018 @ 10:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Sacramento
113.701
Golden State
122.494
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Golden State
by 8 1/2
219
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Golden State
by 12
214
Dunkel Pick:
Sacramento
(+12); Over

Miami @ LA Lakers

Game 811-812
March 16, 2018 @ 10:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Miami
00.000
LA Lakers
00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Miami

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Miami

Dunkel Pick:
Miami
( );

[Can'tPickAWinner]

NBA
Long Sheet

Friday, March 16

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BOSTON (46 - 22) at ORLANDO (21 - 48) - 3/16/2018, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 6-4 against the spread versus ORLANDO over the last 3 seasons
BOSTON is 7-3 straight up against ORLANDO over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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BROOKLYN (21 - 47) at PHILADELPHIA (37 - 30) - 3/16/2018, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 86-62 ATS (+17.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 20-10 ATS (+9.0 Units) in home games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 39-26 ATS (+10.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 31-19 ATS (+10.1 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
BROOKLYN is 38-29 ATS (+6.1 Units) in all games this season.
BROOKLYN is 32-22 ATS (+7.8 Units) as an underdog this season.
BROOKLYN is 21-12 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games this season.
BROOKLYN is 25-13 ATS (+10.7 Units) in road games revenging a home loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.
BROOKLYN is 24-15 ATS (+7.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
BROOKLYN is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHILADELPHIA is 5-4 against the spread versus BROOKLYN over the last 3 seasons
PHILADELPHIA is 6-4 straight up against BROOKLYN over the last 3 seasons
7 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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DALLAS (22 - 46) at TORONTO (51 - 17) - 3/16/2018, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) on Friday nights this season.
TORONTO is 40-28 ATS (+9.2 Units) in all games this season.
TORONTO is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) in the second half of the season this season.
TORONTO is 23-11 ATS (+10.9 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
TORONTO is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record - 2nd half of the season this season.
DALLAS is 406-331 ATS (+41.9 Units) as an underdog since 1996.
DALLAS is 500-419 ATS (+39.1 Units) in road games since 1996.
DALLAS is 183-138 ATS (+31.2 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1996.
DALLAS is 26-15 ATS (+9.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
TORONTO is 3-2 against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
TORONTO is 4-1 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

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LA CLIPPERS (37 - 30) at OKLAHOMA CITY (41 - 29) - 3/16/2018, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
OKLAHOMA CITY is 6-4 against the spread versus LA CLIPPERS over the last 3 seasons
OKLAHOMA CITY is 7-3 straight up against LA CLIPPERS 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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SACRAMENTO (22 - 47) at GOLDEN STATE (52 - 16) - 3/16/2018, 10:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GOLDEN STATE is 28-37 ATS (-12.7 Units) in all games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
GOLDEN STATE is 5-5 against the spread versus SACRAMENTO over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 8-2 straight up against SACRAMENTO over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MIAMI (36 - 33) at LA LAKERS (31 - 37) - 3/16/2018, 10:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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NBA

Friday, March 16

Celtics won six of last seven games with the Magic; they’re 2-2 vs spread in last four visits to Orlando. Six of last nine series games went over. Boston lost three of its last five games; they are 5-2 vs spread in last seven games as road favorites. Over is 7-2-1 in their last ten games. Magic lost five of its last six games; they’re 8-3 in last 11 games as home underdogs. Seven of their last ten games stayed under.

76ers won six of last nine games with the Nets; under is 6-3-1 in last ten series games. Nets are are 2-2 vs spread in last four visits to Philly. Brooklyn lost eight of its last ten games; they’re 4-0 vs spread in last four games as road underdogs. Three of their last four games stayed under the total. Sixers split their last six games; they’re 3-6 vs spread if they played night before, 11-2 in last 13 games as home favorites. Under is 7-2 in last nine Philly games.

Raptors won four of last five games with Dallas; under is 7-1 in last eight series games. Dallas is 2-3 vs spread in its last five visits to Canada. Mavericks won three of last four games; they’re 10-4 in last 14 games as road underdogs- their last three games stayed under. Toronto won its last ten games (8-2 vs spread); they’re 6-3 in last nine games as home favorites. Seven of their last nine games stayed under.

Thunder won six of last eight games with the Clippers; six of those games went over. LA is 1-4 vs spread in last five visits to OKC. Clippers are 5-3 vs spread when playing 2nd consecutive night on road; they won five of last seven games, are 10-2 in last dozen games as road underdogs. Three of their last four games stayed under. Thunder won their last four games; they’re 3-5 in last eight games as home favorites. Three of their last four games stayed under.

Warriors won eight of last ten games with Sacramento, but Kings covered four of last six series games; Kings are 2-3 vs spread in last five visits to Oakland. Five of last six series games stayed under. Sacramento split its last eight games; they’re 9-4 in last 13 games as road underdogs. Under is 5-2 in their last seven games. Golden State won eight of its last ten games; they’re 5-3 in last eight games as home favorites. Six of their last seven games stayed under.

Lakers won three of last four games with Miami; last three series games went over. Heat is 1-3 vs spread in last four series games in Staples Center. Miami lost its last nine road games; they’re 7-3 vs spread in last ten games as road underdogs. Five of their last six games went over total. Lakers won seven of last ten games; they’re 6-4 as home favorites. Four of their last six games stayed under.

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NBA

Friday, March 16

Trend Report

BOSTON @ ORLANDO
Boston is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Boston is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Orlando
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Orlando's last 7 games
Orlando is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games when playing at home against Boston

BROOKLYN @ PHILADELPHIA
Brooklyn is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Brooklyn's last 5 games on the road
Philadelphia is 11-1 SU in its last 12 games at home
Philadelphia is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games at home

DALLAS @ TORONTO
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Dallas's last 8 games when playing Toronto
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Dallas's last 11 games when playing on the road against Toronto
Toronto is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Toronto is 11-1 SU in its last 12 games at home

LA CLIPPERS @ OKLAHOMA CITY
LA Clippers is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Clippers's last 7 games when playing on the road against Oklahoma City
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Oklahoma City's last 7 games when playing at home against LA Clippers
Oklahoma City is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing LA Clippers

MIAMI @ LA LAKERS
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Miami's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Miami's last 7 games when playing on the road against LA Lakers
LA Lakers is 12-1 SU in its last 13 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of LA Lakers's last 7 games when playing at home against Miami

SACRAMENTO @ GOLDEN STATE
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Sacramento's last 6 games when playing Golden State
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Sacramento's last 8 games on the road
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Golden State is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against Sacramento

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NBA
Dunkel

Friday, March 16


Boston @ Orlando

Game 801-802
March 16, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Boston
121.314
Orlando
112.213
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Boston
by 9
209
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Boston
by 6
203 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Boston
(-6); Over

LA Clippers @ Oklahoma City

Game 807-808
March 16, 2018 @ 8:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Clippers
117.453
Oklahoma City
124.512
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Oklahoma City
by 7
219
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Oklahoma City
by 4
223
Dunkel Pick:
LA Clippers
(-4); Under

Miami @ LA Lakers

Game 811-812
March 16, 2018 @ 10:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Miami
116.756
LA Lakers
123.658
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
LA Lakers
by 7
225
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Lakers
by 4
219 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
LA Lakers
(-4); Over

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Cappers Club Mar 16 '18, 9:40 PM in 7h
NCAA-B | Syracuse vs TCU
Play on: Syracuse +4½ -108 at 5Dimes

This play just missed out on our premium card. The Syracuse Orange and the TCU Horned Frogs face off on Friday, and in this game the underdogs have the value.
It's tournament time which means the Syracuse Orange are ready for business. They have a way during the tournament to really affect their opponents with the 2-3 zone, and to get the opposing team to slow it down.
TCU is a good offensive team, but the offense is trending downwards. Over the last five games they are averaging eight points less than the season average.
That will be enough to keep this game close, and that gives the Orange the Value.
Back the Orange.
5* FREE Cappers Club Play on Syracuse

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Alex Smart Mar 16 '18, 7:35 PM in 5h
NBA | Mavs vs Raptors
Play on: Raptors -11 -107 at pinnacle

The Raptors enter this game on fire having won 10 straight games and 18 of their L/19 overall. Their in top form, and I'm betting their capable of smashing the Dallas Mavericks here tonight as DD home chalk. I'm always looking for an advantage, and don't like to lay a lot of lumber, but sometimes advantages can also be had with favorites, which is the case tonight. I know the Raptors played last night, but this is the best conditioned team in the NBA, and have a knack as a unit to pacing themselves accordingly. No lead against this team is safe, and they must be in their current form be considered as viable opponents for even Golden State and Houston. With said, I'm recommending we lay down the hammer with the Raptors and fade Mark Cuban troops here in this spot play.
Raptors are 28-5 at home this season, winning by an average of 11.6 ppg.
Note: Toronto has an average margin of victory of 12.2 points during the above mentioned 10 game winning streak.TORONTO is 8-0 ATS L/8 when playing against a bad team (Win Pct. 25% to 40%) winning by an average of 16.8 ppg.
TORONTO is 16-4 ATS L/20 vs. poor rebounding teams - outrebounded by opponents by 3+ per game over the last few seasons.
Anomaly or not its interesting to note that DALLAS is 1-9 ATS on Friday nights this season.
Play on Toronto to cover

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Mike Williams Mar 16 '18, 4:05 PM in 2h
MLB | Indians vs A's
Play on: A's +120 at GTBets

1* on A's +120

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Dana Lane Mar 16 '18, 9:50 PM in 7h
NCAA-B | Florida State vs Missouri
Play on: Missouri +2 -108 at 5Dimes

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Ricky Tran Mar 16 '18, 7:25 PM in 5h
NCAA-B | College of Charleston vs Auburn
Play on: College of Charleston +10½ -109 at pinnacle

Ricky's Free play on the Charleston Cougars +11 :
Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In tonight's game there's no doubt that the loss of sophomore forward Anfernee McLemore is particularly significant for Auburn. He was injured on February 17, after playing just 13 minutes in a loss at South Carolina. Since the injury the Tigers have lost four of six games (including the loss to the Gamecocks). Two of the last three times these teams have played each other, the game was decided by four points.
Key Trends:
- The Cougars are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win.
- The Tigers are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games overall.
- The Cougars are 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8 games versus teams with a winning up record.
Verdict: Take Charleston +11

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Red Dog Sports Mar 16 '18, 2:45 PM in 52m
NCAA-B | Lipscomb vs North Carolina
Play on: North Carolina -20 -110 at pinnacle

UNC -20
I think we see UNC win by 25.
*Also, I like the OVER 75 in the first half. UNC just played Virginia who has the # defense and plays Lipscomb who scored 60 in the first half of their last game. I think we see around 83 points (50-33) with the game played in Charlotte.

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Doc's Sports Mar 16 '18, 7:25 PM in 5h
NCAA-B | College of Charleston vs Auburn
Play on: College of Charleston +10 -106 at 5Dimes

Free Play from Doc’s Sports. Take #893 Charleston over Auburn (7:25p.m., Friday March 16 TruTV) Auburn is a sinking ship now having lost three of their last four games. They overachieved early in the season, but they are just not one of the top teams in the country. We will gladly take the points with Charleston in this game. The Cougars are playing outstanding basketball now having won 14 of their last 15 games. Their only loss during this streak came in overtime and I see them being very competitive in this game and have a chance to win it. Auburn is 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games. Do not miss out on Doc’s Sports NCAA Tournament Card featuring selections on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. Our NCAA Tournament Game of the Year is slated to go this weekend, so sign-up now and let 46 years of handicapping experience work for you.

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Dave Price Mar 16 '18, 4:30 PM in 2h
NCAA-B | Texas vs Nevada
Play on: Nevada +1½ -104 at 5Dimes

Dave’s Friday Free Play:
1* on Nevada +1.5
The Key: The Texas Longhorns suffered two key losses to significant players this season in Eric Davis Jr. and Andrew Jones. And their stud center Bamba has been out with an injury as well. He is expected to return for the NCAA Tournament, but he won’t be 100%. Nevada is a team that nobody wants to face. The Wolf Pack won the Mountain West this season and boast a 27-7 record. They have 4 players averaging at least 13.2 ppg and tremendous shooters up and down their lineup. Nevada is 7-0 ATS off an upset loss as a favorite over the last 2 seasons. The Wolf Pack are 6-0 ATS when playing on 5 or 6 days rest over the last 2 years. Texas is 0-8 ATS in its last 8 NCAA Tournament games. The Wolf Pack are 17-3-1 ATS in their last 21 games following a loss. Take Nevada.

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John Martin Mar 16 '18, 10:35 PM in 8h
NBA | Heat vs Lakers
Play on: Lakers -4 -110 at betonline

1 Unit FREE PLAY on Los Angeles Lakers -4
The Miami Heat have been hit hard by injuries here down the stretch. It’s the reason they have lost their last two games by 16 at Portland and by 4 at Sacramento. They are playing without Hassan Whiteside, Dwyane Wade and Josh Richardson tonight. Now they’re up against a Lakers team that is playing very good basketball right now. The Lakers are 16-8 SU & 16-8 ATS in their last 24 games overall. They move to get Isaiah Thomas has paid off, and having Lonzo Ball back healthy has also paid dividends. The Lakers have scored 100-plus points in 23 consecutive games. Los Angeles is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. The Lakers are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 home games overall. Give me the Lakers.

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Doug Upstone Mar 16 '18, 9:20 PM in 7h
NCAA-B | Maryland-Baltimore County vs Virginia
Play on: OVER 121 -107

On Friday night in college hoops, Play Over on neutral court teams like Virginia, when the total is 129.5 or less, after going under the total by 54 or more points total in their last ten games. In this exact spot, the OVER is 28-4, 87.5 percent, the past five years.

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Dustin Hawkins Mar 16 '18, 10:35 PM in 8h
NBA | Kings vs Warriors
Play on: Kings +9½ -102 at 5Dimes

Free Play on Kings +9½ -102

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Scott Spreitzer Mar 16 '18, 6:50 PM in 4h
NCAA-B | Kansas State vs Creighton
Play on: Creighton -1 -105 at 5Dimes

I'm recommending a play on the Creighton Blue Jays on Friday. Intriguing matchup in this 8-9 battle. Marcus Foster, arguably the key play for the Jays began his college career at Kansas State, but attributes his development on and off the court to Greg McDermott and Creighton University. He's been a true leader and is the player who kept this team focused and got them back on track after the loss of big man, Martin Krampelj. Creighton beat Villanova late in the season and came within a point of beating another 1-seed when they lost 72-71 to Xavier on last-second points. Besides Foster, the Jays have another tough matchup for the Wildcats in Kyrie Thomas, a forward who will one day play at the next level. They're a disciplined team that wants to turn up the heat at both ends of the floor and we don't believe Bruce Weber's troops will be able to keep up for the entire 40. The Jays enter on a 21-10 ATS non-conference run and we'll back them here. We're recommending a play on Creighton on Friday. Thanks & GL! Scott Spreitzer.

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Sal Michaels Mar 16 '18, 2:45 PM in 52m
NCAA-B | Lipscomb vs North Carolina
Play on: OVER 159½ -110

Free Play on Lipscomb vs North Carolina over 159½ -110

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Kenny Walker Mar 16 '18, 4:05 PM in 2h
MLB | Mariners vs Rangers
Play on: Mariners +110 at GTBets

Free Pick on Mariners

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Brandon Lee Mar 16 '18, 3:10 PM in 1h
NCAA-B | Butler vs Arkansas
Play on: OVER 151 -105

10* FREE NCAAB PICK (Butler/Arkansas OVER 151)
I'll gladly take my chances on this game going OVER the total set by the books. Both of these teams have big time playmakers on the offensive end. Arkansas features one of the most efficient offenses in the country led by Daryl Macon and Jaylen Barford, who can both put up 20+ on any night. Butler has an equally impressive duo of Kelan Martin and Kamar Baldwin. It's not just the playmakers on both sides, but most importantly these aren't great defensive teams and both really struggle to defend the 3-pointer. the Razorbacks allowed 76.6 ppg away from home, while allowing teams to shoot 38.8% from deep. The Bulldogs gave up 78.2 ppg on the road, while allowing teams to shoot 39.5% from long distance. This should be one of the most entertaining games of the day and I think we fly over the total here. Give me the OVER 151!

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Scott Rickenbach Mar 16 '18, 7:35 PM in 5h
NHL | Stars vs Senators
Play on: Senators +123 at betonline

Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach NHL Game #54 Friday Free Pick Ottawa Senators Money Line (+) vs Dallas Stars @ 7:35 ET - Solid home dog line value here as the Senators are proving they aren't just "playing out the string" this season. They actually have won back to back games and 4 of their last 7. Also, 6 of the last 7 losses the Sens have had have come by just a single goal. Ottawa is going hard in every game and, playing their 1st home game in a week (and with another road game on deck), I have no doubt the Senators are going to go hard here. That will likely prove to be too much for a struggling Dallas team. The Stars have lost 10 of their last 15 games. Prior to a 6-5 loss at Toronto, Dallas had been held to scoring 2 goals or less in 11 of their 14 previous games! Top goalie Ben Bishop is still dealing with a lower body injury and Kari Lehtonen has been in goal for each of the Stars last 3 games. All were losses with a total of 13 goals allowed! Also, Dallas defenseman Marc Methot has been downgraded to doubtful for this game. The Stars have lost 17 of 27 when off of a non-conference game. The Senators have won 6 of 9 Friday night games this season and they'll be ready to go on home ice in this one! Free Pick OTTAWA

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Jesse Schule Mar 16 '18, 4:30 PM in 2h
NCAA-B | Texas vs Nevada
Play on: UNDER 143½ -108

Texas vs Nevada Free Pick March 16, 2018

The Texas Longhorns will be an underdog here against Nevada in the first round of the tournament, and the Wolfpack come in looking a bit sluggish. They lost twice to San Diego State at the end of the year, including a loss in the Mountain West Tournament. The Longhorns are one of the better defensive teams in the BIG12, and they are 10-3 straight up in non conference games this season. Their defensive expertise should serve them well here in a matchup versus a Nevada team that racked up 27 wins by beating up on inferior teams in the Mountain West Conference. Texas allowed just 66 points in a total of six neutral site games this season, roughly 10 points less than the Wolfpack allowed at neutral sites. Mohamed Bamba missed three games due to injury, but returned to score 10 points on 4-of-5 shooting in just 14 minutes in a loss to Texas Tech in the BIG12 Tournament. The Wolfpack have failed to cover in four of their last five non-conference games, and they are just 1-4-1 ATS in their last six neutral site games. The under is is 24-11 in the Longhorns last 35 neutral site games. The Wolfpack have failed to cover in four of their last five NCAA Tournament games, and I like Texas to win a low scoring game here in Nashville. Take UNDER.

GL,

Jesse Schule

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Dennis Macklin Mar 16 '18, 2:45 PM in 52m
NCAA-B | Lipscomb vs North Carolina
Play on: North Carolina -19 -110 at YouWager

DMack's Free Play for Friday, March 16, 2018 is on the North Carolina Tar Heels
The Lipscomb Bison won 12 of 13 down the stretch including a win over Florida Gulf Coast in the Atlantic Sun final, a game they led by 30, saw the lead cut to five, and then held on. This is the their first appearance in the Big Dance and they face a classic program, the defending champs, and a team that has won 15 straight games in this round. Can the Heels basically cover 20 ??? Lipscomb is 2-4 against the Top 100 and three of those losses were by 23+ points. The Heels are relentless offensive rebounders that snare almost 40% of their misses. This will give them plenty of bunnies and easy second chances and there's not much the newbies can do about it. North Carolina by 26.

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Art Aronson Mar 16 '18, 9:55 PM in 8h
NCAA-B | New Mexico State vs Clemson
Play on: Clemson -4½ -107 at 5Dimes

This is a 1* Free Play on Clemson.
The New Mexico State Aggies finished 28-5 overall, while the Clemson Tigers were 23-9. Clemson was 11-7 in the ACC and was knocked out in the semifinals of the ACC Tournament by eventual winner Virginia. New Mexico State locked down the No. 1 spot in the regular season and then also grabbed the WAC tournament title for the auto bid to The Big Dance. New Mexico State has won six in a row entering the NCAA Tournament and it ranks fifth nationally in opposing field-goal percentage (39.2) and rebounding margin (9.1), but we still don’t think it’ll be enough against the Tigers. Clemson is ranked 35th in the country defensively in opposing field goal percentage and its 29th in blocked shots per game (4.9.) Note as well that New Mexico State is a poor 1-4 ATS in its last five NCAA Tournament contests and only 4-10 ATS in its last 14 following an ATS victory, while Clemson is 5-0 ATS in its last five non-conference contests and 4-1 ATS in its last five neutral site affairs. We think the battle hardened ACC powerhouse has the advantage here. Consider laying the points on the TIGERS.
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Mike Lundin Mar 16 '18, 10:35 PM in 8h
NBA | Kings vs Warriors
Play on: Kings +12 -105 at pinnacle

#NBA FREE PICK FROM MIKE LUNDIN
The Golden State Warriors are banged up badly and were missing three of their four All-Stars (Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green) in a 117-106 triumph over the Lakers on Wednesday. Kevin Durant led the way instead, but he's dealing with right rib soreness and is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Sacramento Kings.
The Kings have been pretty competitive lately, winning four of their last eight games straight up and covering the spread in six of those eight. The Warriors are 4-11-1 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points and 1-6 ATS in their last seven games overall.
With the Warriors mainly looking to stay healthy I'm gonna take the points with the underdog in this contest.
My free pick is on Sacramento Kings.

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NHL
Dunkel

Friday, March 16


NY Islanders @ Washington

Game 51-52
March 16, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
NY Islanders
11.355
Washington
10.412
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
NY Islanders
by 1
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Washington
-210
6
Dunkel Pick:
NY Islanders
(+175); Under

Dallas @ Ottawa

Game 53-54
March 16, 2018 @ 7:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Dallas
9.917
Ottawa
13.682
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Ottawa
by 3 1/2
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Dallas
-145
6
Dunkel Pick:
Ottawa
(+125); Under

San Jose @ Calgary

Game 55-56
March 16, 2018 @ 9:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
San Jose
11.889
Calgary
10.414
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Jose
by 1 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Calgary
-140
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
San Jose
(+120); Over

Nashville @ Colorado

Game 57-58
March 16, 2018 @ 9:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Nashville
13.193
Colorado
12.022
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Nashville
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Nashville
-140
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Nashville
(-140); Over

Detroit @ Anaheim

Game 59-60
March 16, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Detroit
11.737
Anaheim
10.655
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Detroit
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Anaheim
-240
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Detroit
(+200); Over

Minnesota @ Vegas

Game 61-62
March 16, 2018 @ 10:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Minnesota
11.443
Vegas
10.351
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Minnesota
by 1
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Vegas
-165
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Minnesota
(+145); Under

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NHL
Long Sheet

Friday, March 16

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NY ISLANDERS (30-30-0-10, 70 pts.) at WASHINGTON (40-23-0-7, 87 pts.) - 3/16/2018, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 165-95 ATS (+277.0 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 16-4 ATS (+9.2 Units) on Friday nights over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 30-9 ATS (+13.3 Units) in home games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
NY ISLANDERS are 32-19 ATS (+10.7 Units) after a division game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 7-5-0 straight up against NY ISLANDERS over the last 3 seasons
5 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.4 Units, Under=-0.5 Units)

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DALLAS (38-26-0-7, 83 pts.) at OTTAWA (25-33-0-11, 61 pts.) - 3/16/2018, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 72-81 ATS (-29.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 10-17 ATS (-11.9 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
DALLAS is 19-27 ATS (-17.0 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 48-49 ATS (-7.1 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 47-40 ATS (+88.9 Units) after a division game over the last 3 seasons.
OTTAWA is 49-46 ATS (+103.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 25-25 ATS (+57.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 55-39 ATS (+94.4 Units) in a road game where where the total is 6 or more since 1996.
DALLAS is 70-68 ATS (+156.2 Units) in road games revenging a home loss versus opponent since 1996.
DALLAS is 11-1 ATS (+9.8 Units) after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 97-77 ATS (-4.1 Units) in a home game where where the total is 6 or more since 1996.
OTTAWA is 1-6 ATS (+7.7 Units) in home games when playing with 2 days rest this season.
OTTAWA is 99-109 ATS (-80.7 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1996.
OTTAWA is 8-21 ATS (+32.7 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more this season.
OTTAWA is 4-13 ATS (-10.8 Units) in home games after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 163-149 ATS (-121.2 Units) in home games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
OTTAWA is 4-1 (+4.5 Units) against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
OTTAWA is 4-1-0 straight up against DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+0.8 Units)

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SAN JOSE (38-23-0-9, 85 pts.) at CALGARY (35-26-0-10, 80 pts.) - 3/16/2018, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CALGARY is 15-5 ATS (+8.9 Units) when playing with 2 days rest over the last 2 seasons.
CALGARY is 5-9 ATS (-8.3 Units) in home games second half of the season this season.
CALGARY is 2-7 ATS (-8.6 Units) on Friday nights this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN JOSE is 7-5 (+0.2 Units) against the spread versus CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
SAN JOSE is 7-5-0 straight up against CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
5 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.1 Units, Under=-0.9 Units)

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NASHVILLE (46-14-0-10, 102 pts.) at COLORADO (38-24-0-8, 84 pts.) - 3/16/2018, 9:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NASHVILLE is 10-3 (+4.5 Units) against the spread versus COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
NASHVILLE is 10-3-0 straight up against COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
10 of 13 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+7.7 Units)

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DETROIT (26-33-0-11, 63 pts.) at ANAHEIM (35-24-0-12, 82 pts.) - 3/16/2018, 10:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
DETROIT is 3-2 (+1.3 Units) against the spread versus ANAHEIM over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 3-2-0 straight up against ANAHEIM over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+0.5 Units)

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MINNESOTA (39-24-0-7, 85 pts.) at VEGAS (45-20-0-5, 95 pts.) - 3/16/2018, 10:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 66-69 ATS (-31.4 Units) second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 7-17 ATS (-19.2 Units) in March games over the last 2 seasons.
VEGAS is 46-25 ATS (+14.9 Units) in all games this season.
VEGAS is 21-11 ATS (+8.8 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
VEGAS is 12-6 ATS (+3.2 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more this season.
VEGAS is 22-12 ATS (+8.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 2-0 (+2.0 Units) against the spread versus VEGAS over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 2-0-0 straight up against VEGAS over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.1 Units)

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Friday, March 16

Trend Report

NY ISLANDERS @ WASHINGTON
NY Islanders is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games on the road
NY Islanders is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Washington
Washington is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games

DALLAS @ OTTAWA
Dallas is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Ottawa
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Dallas's last 7 games
Ottawa is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games
Ottawa is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Dallas

SAN JOSE @ CALGARY
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of San Jose's last 10 games on the road
San Jose is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Calgary is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against San Jose
Calgary is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing San Jose

NASHVILLE @ COLORADO
Nashville is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Colorado
Nashville is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Colorado
Colorado is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Colorado is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games

DETROIT @ ANAHEIM
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of Detroit's last 16 games
Detroit is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Anaheim
Anaheim is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Anaheim is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home

MINNESOTA @ VEGAS
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Minnesota's last 9 games on the road
Minnesota is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Vegas's last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Vegas's last 5 games at home