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Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Virginia Cavaliers Preview and Predictions

NCAAF Previews 30th October 2018 by Gracenote
by Gracenote on 10/30/2018

First place in the ACC Coastal division is on the line Friday night when No.22 Virginia hosts a Pittsburgh squad who scored with five seconds left to notch an exciting victory over Duke last weekend. The Cavaliers posted a 31-21 triumph against North Carolina behind four total touchdowns from quarterback Bryce Perkins (three passing) to return to the national rankings for the first time since 2011, while the Panthers' offense finally broke out and scored their most points in nearly two years.


Perkins completed 18-of-27 passes for 217 yards and added 112 more on the ground as Virginia won its third conference game in a row for the first time since 2011 to remain atop the division at 4-1 with Pitt and Virginia Tech sitting 3-1. "You can feel it in the locker room. We are not satisfied," Perkins said after the game. "We come out, and coach tells us every day that we can win however many we want to. We go out there and play - we have a different kind of swagger, and you can feel it on the field when we play together. We want the Coastal, and we are not going to be satisfied until we get that." Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett, who has struggled under center all season, connected with Maurice Ffrench on a 25-yard touchdown strike to provide Pitt a 54-45 victory over the Blue Devils (the Panthers added a safety on the final play of the game for the nine-point margin). The Pittsburgh offense registered 634 yards, including 484 yards rushing, second most in school history, but the defense continued to underwhelm, yielding 619 yards.

TV: 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2. LINE: Virginia -7.

ABOUT PITTSBURGH (4-4, 3-1 ACC): Defensive back V'Lique Carter, a 5-9, 170-pound freshman, moved to running back and gained 137 yards on seven carries with two touchdowns in the first game of his career against Duke, while workhorse Qadree Ollison added 149 yards and a score on 18 carries to push his rushing total for the season to 795 yards - third in the ACC. Pickett (60.6 completion percentage, eight TDs, five interceptions), who is averaging just over 10 yards per completion this season, finished 8-of-18 for 150 yards (72 in the final drive) and two touchdowns with Ffrench catching a 50-yard scoring pass prior to the game winner. The Panthers surrendered just 19 points in a five-point loss to Notre Dame on Oct. 13 but 120 in the previous three contests, prompting coach Pat Narduzzi to sum up the defense's play by saying, "one step forward and two steps back."

ABOUT VIRGINIA (6-2, 4-1): Perkins, a junior college transfer who tied season highs in passing and total touchdowns while rushing for 100 yards for the third time, has completed 63.1 percent of his 217 attempts for 1,623 yards and 21 total touchdowns (15 passing) against eight interceptions. Olamide Zaccheaus (team highs of 56 receptions, 690 yards and six TDs) collected 10 catches for the second week in a row, recorded his fourth 100-yard receiving game of the season and became Virginia's all-time career receptions leader with 213. The Cavaliers are surrendering 18.8 points - 18th in FBS and second in the ACC -- and 327 yards per game, and they have held seven opponents under 400 yards and all but two to 21 points or fewer.


EXTRA POINTS

1. Pittsburgh beat Virginia 31-14 last season and has won three straight in the series.

2. Perkins (575 yards) passed Bill Dudley (469, 1940) and Shawn Moore (505, 1989) into second place all-time at Virginia for single-season rushing yardage by a quarterback.

3. Zaccheaus is the only active player in the nation with 2,000 receiving and 500 rushing yards and one of three ACC players to accomplish the feat since 2000. "The capability has always been there, but his drive for excellence keeps accelerating to a higher level," coach Bronco Mendenhall told reporters.

PREDICTION: Virginia 28, Pittsburgh 24

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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Preview and Predictions 11-02-2018 in NCAAF

NCAAF Previews 31st October 2018 By Charles Jay for Scores And Stats
by Charles Jay Scores & Stats on 10/31/2018

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are on the verge of bowl eligibility, and they can give a nice sendoff to the coach's son, Brent Stockstill, their quarterback who has actually been on campus for six years. Coming off a big victory over Old Dominion, this team carries a lot of momentum into its game against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, who had their homecoming spoiled last week against Florida international because they could not get the stops when they needed it.

These Conference USA teams will square off on Friday night at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro, TN.

TV: CBS Sports Network, 8 PM ET. LINE: Middle Tennessee -13.5

ABOUT WESTERN KENTUCKY: All season long, Western Kentucky (1-7 SU, 4-4 ATS) has been playing musical chairs with their quarterbacks. But they settled upon Davis Shanley, who did not have a productive game last time out against Florida international, as he threw for just 105 yards in 25 attempts in the 38-17 defeat. That ruined Homecoming on the Hill, and now Mike Sanford might want to explore his other options. Shanley has completed 68% of his passes this season with just three touchdowns. This offense is one of the worst in the nation when it comes to the yardage they have to gain for every point they score. In the "Yards Per Point" category, they are 126th nationally (19.5). They pass the ball 51.3% of the time, and that was great when Mike White was their quarterback. But now they are just searching for answers. They may want to run the ball more; they have been "stuffed" (held to no gain or thrown for a loss) only 15.5% of the time, which is actually a pretty good percentage. Joshua Samuel is the leading rusher, with 403 yards, and he had 83 last weekend. They have also been relatively ineffective in the red zone, scoring points only 75% of the time, and only 12 programs in the FBS ranks have a lower percentage than that. Linebacker Ben Holt had 19 tackles against FIU, and that was a real bright spot.

ABOUT MIDDLE TENNESSEE: Quarterback Brent Stockstill, a sixth-year senior, had 280 passing yards, leading an attack that almost got to 500, as the Blue Raiders (5-3 SU, 4-4 ATS) defeated Old Dominion 51-17. The Middle Tennessee defense also allowed 520 yards, although a lot of that came in "garbage time." With a victory over Western Kentucky, they can clinch bowl eligibility, and most people are projecting them for either the Hawaii Bowl or the Bahamas Bowl. Stockstill is 69.3% accurate on the season, with 15 touchdowns and only five interceptions. He distributes the ball pretty evenly, between wide receivers Ty Lee (31 catches, 313 yards), Patrick Smith (28 catches, 298 yards) and running back Brad Anderson (27 receptions, 332 yards). In terms of advanced metrics, the ground game is last in the nation in "marginal explosiveness." Middle Tennessee is 63rd nationally in Yards Per Points, and their "big-play rate" is 120th nationwide. They had only three plays of 50 yards or more going into the game with Old Dominion, but they did explode for three plays of at least 70 yards against the Monarchs. Despite their #88 ranking in Total Defense, they have been pretty stingy in the red zone, limiting their opponents to points on just 66.7% of all trips. That's fourth-best in the nation. However, they are dead last in defending on third down, allowing opponents to convert 50.4% of the time.

EXTRA POINTS

1. These two have played more often than any two Conference USA rivals, with Middle Tennessee holding a 34-32-1 advantage. Last year Western Kentucky won 41-38 in triple overtime, as Mike White (now in the NFL) threw for 485 yards. The last three meetings played in Murfreesboro have gone into overtime.

2. Middle Tennessee is sixth in the nation with three defensive touchdowns. Strong safety Reed Blankenship had 17 tackles last weekend, and he also brought an interception back 100 yards for a touchdown.

3. Sidney A. McPhee, president of Middle Tennessee, has canceled all Friday afternoon classes, in order to give more students an opportunity to get ready and come to the game. So expect a larger crowd than usual.

PREDICTION: Middle Tennessee 35, Western Kentucky 17

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Colorado Buffaloes vs. Arizona Wildcats Preview and Predictions

NCAAF Previews 30th October 2018 by Gracenote
by Gracenote on 10/30/2018

Colorado has plummeted from the top to the bottom of the Pac-12 South standings in the span of three weeks, while Arizona is riding high after its biggest win of the year. That sets the stage for Friday night when the Buffaloes and Wildcats clash in Tucson.


Arizona is playing its second straight home game after walloping No. 21 Oregon 44-15 late Saturday night. Quarterback Khalil Tate threw a trio of touchdown passes after missing the previous game with an ankle injury, while J.J. Taylor ran for 212 yards and two TDs as the Wildcats ended a two-game skid. Colorado, meanwhile, is doing some serious soul-searching after blowing a 31-3 third-quarter lead Saturday en route to a 41-34 homecoming loss to 24-point underdog Oregon State. It was the third straight loss for the Buffaloes who entered the stretch 5-0, 2-0 in the Pac-12 and ranked 18th nationally.

TV: 10:30 p.m. ET, Fox Sports 1. LINE: Arizona -3.5


ABOUT COLORADO (5-3, 2-3 Pac-12): The Buffaloes held a players-only meeting this week in the wake of their collapse against Oregon State, and their previously-solid defense will be under the microscope after surrendering 31 points over the final 23:17 of regulation and then the Beavers' game-winning TD in overtime. The Colorado offense, meanwhile, managed only a field goal after Travon McMillian scored on a 75-yard burst 12 seconds into the second half to put the Buffaloes up 31-3, and the onus will be on junior quarterback Steven Montez, who's averaged 211 passing yards and thrown for three TDs and two interceptions during the team's three-game slide. Montez and Co., have badly missed do-it-all FBS receiving leader Laviska Shenault (10.0 receptions, 130.0 receiving yards per game), who's sat out the last two contests with a toe injury and still was listed as "day-to-day" early this week.

ABOUT ARIZONA (4-5, 3-3): Taylor ranks fourth in the Pac-12 in rushing with 114.3 yards per game and leads all Power Five players with 175.4 all-purpose yards with his conference-leading 447 kickoff return yards thrown in. Tate is coming off one of his most efficient passing games of the season but, by design of the offense, his rushing has fallen off considerably from last season, going from 1,411 yards on 153 carries a season ago to 139 on 53 attempts in eight games so far this season. Sophomore linebacker Colin Schooler averages a Pac-12-leading 1.78 tackles for loss to pace the defense which is limiting conference foes to 23.8 points, including a season-low 15 points and 260 total yards for Oregon on Saturday.


EXTRA POINTS

1. Arizona has won five of the seven meetings since Colorado joined the Pac-12 in 2011, including a 45-42 win in Boulder last season.

2. Last season's Oct. 7 game was Tate's coming out party as he entered the contest following an injury to then-starting QB Brandon Dawkins in the first quarter and proceeded to rush for a FBS quarterback-record 327 yards and four TDs while throwing for 154 yards and another score.

3. Turnovers could be even more important than usual in this matchup as the Buffaloes lead the Pac-12 with a plus-7 differential while the Wildcats have a league-best 12 takeaways in conference play.


PREDICTION: Colorado 33, Arizona 31

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Toronto Argonauts vs. Ottawa RedBlacks Preview and Predictions 11-02-2018 in CFL

CFL Previews 30th October 2018 by Gracenote
by Gracenote on 10/30/2018

The Ottawa Redblacks look to cap off a successful regular season with another victory when they host the Toronto Argonauts on Friday. The Redblacks posted back-to-back victories over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, including a 30-13 road win in Week 20 to clinch their third division title in four years, and hope to avenge a 42-41 loss to the Argonauts earlier in the season before awaiting their next opponent in the Eastern Final on Nov. 18.

"One more game to go and the focus is on win No. 11 and then it's just one more win and we're in the Grey Cup," Ottawa wide receiver Greg Ellingson told reporters. "I'm a little nostalgic right now as it went this way the year we won the Grey Cup (in 2016) when we put ourselves in first place and then hosted the East Final." Toronto will end a disappointing season in the same stadium where it won the 2017 Grey Cup. The Argonauts, who shocked the Calgary Stampeders 27-24 in the championship game in Ottawa, became the first team since the 2006 Edmonton Eskimos to lift the Grey Cup and miss the playoffs the following year, as a season-ending injury to quarterback Ricky Ray in Week 2 and an inconsistent offence doomed Marc Trestman's team. "We didn't coach as well as we needed to coach and we didn't play as we needed to play," Trestman admitted to reporters. "Our performance was completely unacceptable."

TV: 7:30 p.m. ET, TSN

ABOUT THE ARGONAUTS (4-13): James Franklin threw for 205 yards and a touchdown while gaining another 71 on the ground in the 40-10 loss against Montreal as he searches for another rushing TD, which would see him pass Doug Flutie (14) for the most by a quarterback in a season. Veteran wide receiver S.J. Green needs 19 receiving yards in the season finale to become the 15th player in CFL history to go over 1,000 for the sixth time. Armanti Edwards caught five passes for 36 yards and a touchdown against the Alouettes and needs 103 yards to reach 1,000.

ABOUT THE REDBLACKS (10-7): Trevor Harris completed 23-of-30 passes for 267 yards and three touchdowns against Hamilton to surpass 5,000 yards for the first time in his seven-year career. Brad Sinopoli caught seven passes for 56 yards against the Tiger-Cats to set a single-season CFL record for most receptions by a Canadian with 116, eclipsing the old mark held by Ben Cahoon (112). Wide receiver Diontae Spencer was named one of the CFL's Top Performers of the Week after catching four passes for 116 yards and a pair of touchdowns.

EXTRA POINTS

1. The Redblacks have lost three straight meetings with the Argonauts.

2. Toronto is 0-8 on the road this season.

3. Ottawa RB William Powell (1,262) holds a seven-yard lead over Winnipeg's Andrew Harris in the race for the rushing title.

PREDICTION: Redblacks 27, Argonauts 17

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Handicapped by Top Horse Analytics at Aqueduct

11/02/18, AQU, Race 1, 12.15 ET
7F [Dirt] 1.20.00 MAIDEN CLAIMING. Purse $30,000.
Claiming Price $20,000. FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLDAND UPWARD
Exacta, Trifecta (.50), Super (.10), Pick 3 Races (1-3) - Early Pick 5 (.50) Races (1-5), Double
Best in race - (J)ockey (T)rainer (S)peed (F)inish (E)arnings (W)orkouts (L)ead (C)loser
Rating Pgm# Horse Name M/L Jockey Trainer FLAGS
100.0000 8 Telecommunication(b+) 6-1 Saez L Englehart Jeremiah C. TW
098.8860 2 Hot Mesa 8/5 Alvarado J Barker Edward R. JS
097.2427 1A Huracan 8-1 Cancel E Follett Norman C. FC
096.3853 5 Fearless Foe 5/2 Maragh R Grossman Bruce R.
096.2881 1 Tom's Music 8-1 Hernandez H Maymo Alejandro L
095.5646 7 Confederation 10-1 Diaz. Jr. H R Toscano. Jr. John T.
093.1117 3 Freudian Analyst 20-1 Boulanger B C O'Brien Leo
093.0537 4 Dublin Leprechaun 6-1 Reyes L R Hertler John O. E
089.4072 6 Flat Out Jayvien 12-1 Brown D Persaud Randi

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Breeders' Cup Juvenile - Classic Double
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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 1 - Stakes - 8.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $2000000 Class Rating: 105

SENTIENT JET BREEDERS' CUP JUVENILE - GRADE 1 FOR COLTS AND GELDINGS, TWO-YEAR-OLDS. WEIGHT: 122 LBS.; $30,000 TO PRE-ENTER, $30,000 TO ENTER, WITH GUARANTEED $2 MILLION PURSE INCLUDING TRAVEL AWARDS OF WHICH $1,100,000 TO FIRST, $340,000 TO SECOND, $180,000 TO THIRD, $100,000 TO FOURTH, $60,000 TO FIFTH AND $20,000 TO SIXTH THROUGH EIGHTH. ALL NON-KENTUCKY BASED RUNNERS


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The Walker Group Picks

# 6 COMPLEXITY 5/2

# 10 KNICKS GO 30/1

# 5 WELL DEFINED 20/1

COMPLEXITY looks like the bet in here. Will most likely go to the front end and may never look back. May best this group of horses here, showing strong figs of late. Strong average speed figures in dirt route races make this pony a key contender. KNICKS GO - Earnings per start in dirt route races is reliable for this pony. WELL DEFINED - Has been close up on the wire most every time recently.

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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Belmont Park
RACE #7 - 4:40 PM
The Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Stakes
8½ FURLONGS DIRT GRADE I TWO YEAR OLD FILLIES STAKES $2,000,000.00 PURSE

#10 BELLAFINA
#4 RESTLESS RIDER
#2 SERENGETI EMPRESS
#7 JAYWALK

#10 BELLAFINAtakes the least severe step-up in class (+7) this afternoon folks, is the overall speed leader and has hit the board in four straight, winning three times, with two of those "Circle Trips" also qualifying as "POWER RUN WINS!" #4 RESTLESS RIDER, a 9-2 shot, is the pace profile leader, and has hit the board n both of her last two "adventures" breaking her maiden in "POWER RUN FASHION" in her last start.

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs - Race 6

Exacta / Trifecta / Superfecta Pick 3 (Races 6-7-8) / Daily Double Pick 4 (Races 6-7-8-9) / Jackpot Super High Five / Head2Head


Stakes • 1 Mile • Turf • Age 2 • CR: 108 • Purse: $1,000,000 • Post: 4:00P
BREEDERS' CUP JUVENILE FILLIES TURF - GRADE 1 FOR FILLIES, TWO-YEAR-OLDS. WEIGHT: 122 LBS. $15,000 TO PRE-ENTER, $15,000 TO ENTER, WITH GUARANTEED $1 MILLION PURSE INCLUDING TRAVEL AWARDS OF WHICH 55% TO THE OWNER OF THE WINNER, 17% TO SECOND, 9% TO THIRD, 5% TO FOURTH, 3% TO FIFTH, 1% TO SIXTH, 1% TO SEVENTH, 1% TO EIGHTH; PLUS TRAVEL AWARDS TO STARTERS NOT BASED IN KENTUCKY. (IF DEEMED INADVISABLE BY MANAGEMENT TO RUN THIS RACE OVER THE TURF COURSE, IT WILL BE RUN ON THE MAIN TRACK AT ONE MILE.).
Contenders

Race Analysis
P#
Horse
Morn
Line

Accept
Odds


Race Type: Basic Race. This race has a mixed pace scenario. Check on scratches of any of the Front-runners (to look for a lone Front-runner). * KEY ANGLES * LA PELOSA (IRE): Horse's win percentage at today's distance(sprint or route)/surface (dir t or turf) is at least 50. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. LILY'S CANDLE (FR): Horse's win percentage at today's distance(sprint or route)/surface (dirt or turf) is at least 50. Horse has a Tr ackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation. THE MACKEM BULLET (IRE): Horse has run well at a major foreign track. JUST WONDERFUL: Horse's win percentage at today's distance(sprint or route)/surface (dirt or turf) is at least 50. Horse has the highest average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface.
5
LA PELOSA (IRE)
15/1

5/1
3
LILY'S CANDLE (FR)
8/1

7/1
2
THE MACKEM BULLET (IRE)
15/1

9/1
4
JUST WONDERFUL
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
6
NEWSPAPEROFRECORD (IRE)
6

2/1
Front-runner
86

93

96.6

89.4

78.9
12
SUMMERING
12

15/1
Front-runner
96

88

89.3

88.0

72.5
7
STELLAR AGENT
7

30/1
Stalker
86

88

97.6

83.4

67.9
1
CONCRETE ROSE
1

6/1
Stalker
85

91

89.1

83.4

68.4
10
PAKHET
10

12/1
Stalker
83

78

87.5

75.0

51.0
16
WINNING ENVELOPE
16

30/1
Stalker
76

85

68.3

79.6

51.1
13
MY GAL BETTY
13

20/1
Trailer
97

90

94.8

89.1

73.6
5
LA PELOSA (IRE)
5

15/1
Trailer
103

99

88.2

91.0

80.5
9
VARENKA
9

20/1
Trailer
87

86

79.3

82.6

56.6
15
PIVOTTINA (FR)
15

30/1
Trailer
94

92

72.0

85.3

68.8
11
LADY PRANCEALOT (IRE)
11

30/1
Trailer
96

88

66.3

84.6

61.6
8
BELLE LAURA
8

20/1
Trailer
84

81

57.2

74.3

43.8








Unknown Running Style: THE MACKEM BULLET (IRE) (15/1) [Jockey: Murphy Oisin - Trainer: Ellison Brian], LILY'S CANDLE (FR) (8/1) [Jockey: Boudot P - Trainer: Vermeulen Fabrice], JUST WONDERFUL (6/1) [Jockey: Moore Ryan L - Trainer: O'Brien Aidan P], E

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Stronach 5 - Race #5 - Post: 5:50pm - Maiden Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $11,000 Class Rating: 65

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 LOUIS TWO TIMES (ML=3/1)
#10 BEER SLINGER (ML=8/1)
#9 MY LUCKY MARK (ML=8/1)


LOUIS TWO TIMES - Rider jumped on this gelding's back for the initial time on Oct 11th. Should 'know' the animal even better today. Thomas drops him down to this class. You don't need too much more data to believe this one is in a good spot at this level. I like that most recent outing on Oct 11th at Fresno where he finished third. BEER SLINGER - This jockey and trainer's horses have been producing a lucrative return on investment. Taking a trip down the ladder based on class rating points; has the ability to make his presence felt. MY LUCKY MARK - The September 16th event at Golden Gate Fields was at a class level of (74). Dropping down in class ranks a significant amount, so he should be in a good position. The 60 most recent race speed figure looks mighty good in the TrackMaster PPs.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 CHANGING IMAGE (ML=7/2), #1 LAUCALA ISLAND (ML=4/1), #2 TORPEDO AWAY (ML=6/1),

CHANGING IMAGE - Has been conquered as the favorite in back to back races. A repeat is probably in store. This equine hasn't been in the money in either of his last couple of races. Don't think this less than sharp equine will make an impact in today's race. That last speed rating was run-of-the-mill when compared with today's class rating. LAUCALA ISLAND - Hard to wager on at 4/1 odds after the two most recent outings. TORPEDO AWAY - This gelding in all probability won't be really close at the wire.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#5 LOUIS TWO TIMES to win at post-time odds of 7/2 or better

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Evangeline Downs
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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 6 - Maiden - 400y on the Dirt. Purse: $13500 Class Rating: 62

QUARTER HORSE 400Y, FOR ACCREDITED LA BRED MAIDENS, TWO YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 122 LBS.


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The Walker Group Picks

# 2 TEE MAN DOC 12/1

# 6 SIZZLIN WERKER 9/2

# 3 HEZ SIZZLING 4/1

My choice in this event is TEE MAN DOC and could score at a price in here. Should come out strong - I have liked the way this gelding has moved promptly to the front end recently. Ought to be given a chance for this event if only for the formidable speed figure put up in the last contest. SIZZLIN WERKER - This equine enters today's contest with second time Lasix. HEZ SIZZLING - Has been running admirably lately and ought to be close to the front end early on. Put up a formidable speed rating last time out.

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Remington Park
Remington Park - Race 2

Exacta / Trifecta (.50 Cent Minimum) / Superfecta (.10 Cent Minimum)


Allowance • 1 Mile • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 90 • Purse: $36,300 • Post: 7:37P
FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING, STARTER, TRIAL OR STATE BRED ALLOWANCE OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS.
Contenders

Race Analysis
P#
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Morn
Line

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Odds


Race Type: Fast-paced Race. There are many horses that could vie for the early lead. Check on scratches of any of the Front-runners. * KEY ANGLES * ROSE OF MALIBU: Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse has the highest average Equ ibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. Horse has the highest average Equibase Class Rating at the distance/surface. MASTER'S BOUQUET: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Class Rating at the distance/surface.
2
ROSE OF MALIBU
6/5

5/2
4
MASTER'S BOUQUET
9/2

7/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
3
MOSTLY AWESOME
3

30/1
Front-runner
73

76

70.6

70.8

59.3
1
MEMORIAL DRIVE
1

5/2
Front-runner
85

79

65.8

72.8

63.8
5
KALALOU
5

5/1
Front-runner
77

80

52.9

69.7

61.7
4
MASTER'S BOUQUET
4

9/2
Alternator/Front-runner
92

88

97.1

64.4

58.9
7
BOLD REY
7

15/1
Stalker
76

82

69.2

78.3

67.8
6
ICY DAWN
6

15/1
Stalker
84

76

60.0

77.2

69.7
2
ROSE OF MALIBU
2

6/5
Trailer
92

92

59.0

87.4

84.4

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Santa Anita - Race #3 - Post: 1:14pm - Claiming - 6.5 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $26,000 Class Rating: 93

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#9 SPECTACULAR MOVE (ML=6/1)
#7 NO WINE UNTASTED (ML=5/1)
#1 TINK'S TWIRL (ML=5/2)


SPECTACULAR MOVE - Filly took a little vacation, but has been racing into shape. Miyadi brings her back again. I advocate you stick with this strong filly. Miyadi brings this filly back into a race rather than a workout. He knows his filly is on top of her game. With 'blinkers-on' this filly should be very competitive. NO WINE UNTASTED - Pedroza and Kruljac getting together are a railbird's friend. TINK'S TWIRL - The improved Equibase speed figs over the last three races is solid. D'Amato drops her in this event in great shape.

Vulnerable Contenders: #3 HALO DARLIN (ML=3/1), #6 DON'TEATMYCOOKIES (ML=6/1), #2 PULPITINTHESKY (ML=8/1),

HALO DARLIN - This vulnerable equine hasn't been near the winner at the finish line recently. Hard to put any money on this mare on the top end. Likes to end up on the board though. DON'TEATMYCOOKIES - Most of the time I need a sprinter to have some recent good showings in sprint contests in order to back her. Will be tough for this horse to beat this field off of that last speed rating. Improbable to improve enough to run a figure close to today's class rating, so put her on the questionable challengers list. PULPITINTHESKY - Difficult to back any mount in a sprint contest if she hasn't hit the board in a sprint in the last 60 days. Would have to move up off that fourth place finish last out to make an impact here.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Go with #9 SPECTACULAR MOVE on top if we're getting at least 5/2 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
9 with [1,7]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [1,7,9] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
[1,7,9] with [1,7,9] with [1,4,7,8,9] with [1,4,7,8,9] Total Cost: $36

SUPER HIGH 5 WAGERS:
[1,7,9] with [1,7,9] with [1,4,7,9] with [1,4,6,7,8,9] with [1,4,6,7,8,9] Total Cost: $72

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NBA
Dunkel

Friday, November 2

LA Clippers @ Orlando

Game 701-702
November 2, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Clippers
113.804
Orlando
115.759
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Orlando
by 2
230
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Clippers
by 2
218
Dunkel Pick:
Orlando
(+2); Over

Houston @ Brooklyn

Game 703-704
November 2, 2018 @ 7:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Houston
113.161
Brooklyn
115.192
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Brooklyn
by 2
213
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Houston
by 3
216 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Brooklyn
(+3); Under

Oklahoma City @ Washington

Game 705-706
November 2, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Oklahoma City
114.906
Washington
118.869
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Washington
by 4
226
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Washington
by 2 1/2
228 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Washington
(-2 1/2); Under

Indiana @ Chicago

Game 707-708
November 2, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Indiana
120.388
Chicago
110.174
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Indiana
by 10
208
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Indiana
by 7
214
Dunkel Pick:
Indiana
(-7); Under

New York @ Dallas

Game 709-710
November 2, 2018 @ 8:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
New York
108.981
Dallas
117.682
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Dallas
by 8 1/2
214
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Dallas
by 6
218
Dunkel Pick:
Dallas
(-6); Under

Memphis @ Utah

Game 711-712
November 2, 2018 @ 9:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Memphis
111.679
Utah
127.965
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Utah
by 16 1/2
204
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Utah
by 7 1/2
208 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Utah
(-7 1/2); Under

Toronto @ Phoenix

Game 713-714
November 2, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Toronto
121.864
Phoenix
105.917
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Toronto
by 16
227
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Toronto
by 8 1/2
224 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Toronto
(-8 1/2); Over

Minnesota @ Golden State

Game 715-716
November 2, 2018 @ 10:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Minnesota
116.720
Golden State
132.295
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Golden State
by 15 1/2
242
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Golden State
by 11
239 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Golden State
(-11); Over

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NBA
Long Sheet

Friday, November 2

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LA CLIPPERS (4 - 4) at ORLANDO (2 - 5) - 11/2/2018, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ORLANDO is 72-96 ATS (-33.6 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
ORLANDO is 31-53 ATS (-27.3 Units) in home games over the last 3 seasons.
ORLANDO is 12-26 ATS (-16.6 Units) in home games in the first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
ORLANDO is 119-154 ATS (-50.4 Units) when playing with 2 days rest since 1996.
ORLANDO is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) in home games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ORLANDO is 3-1 against the spread versus LA CLIPPERS over the last 3 seasons
LA CLIPPERS is 4-0 straight up against ORLANDO over the last 3 seasons
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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HOUSTON (1 - 5) at BROOKLYN (3 - 5) - 11/2/2018, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
HOUSTON is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) against Atlantic division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 57-37 ATS (+16.3 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 20-8 ATS (+11.2 Units) in November games over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 105-65 ATS (+33.5 Units) in road games off a upset loss as a favorite since 1996.
HOUSTON is 89-62 ATS (+20.8 Units) in road games after a loss by 10 points or more since 1996.
HOUSTON is 53-30 ATS (+20.0 Units) in road games after 3 or more consecutive losses since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
BROOKLYN is 3-1 against the spread versus HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
HOUSTON is 4-0 straight up against BROOKLYN over the last 3 seasons
3 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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OKLAHOMA CITY (3 - 4) at WASHINGTON (1 - 6) - 11/2/2018, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 39-54 ATS (-20.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 9-21 ATS (-14.1 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 39-54 ATS (-20.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 19-36 ATS (-20.6 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 408-479 ATS (-118.9 Units) in home games since 1996.
WASHINGTON is 113-156 ATS (-58.6 Units) in November games since 1996.
WASHINGTON is 153-203 ATS (-70.3 Units) on Friday nights since 1996.
WASHINGTON is 13-26 ATS (-15.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 2-2 against the spread versus OKLAHOMA CITY over the last 3 seasons
WASHINGTON is 2-2 straight up against OKLAHOMA CITY over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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INDIANA (5 - 3) at CHICAGO (2 - 6) - 11/2/2018, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANA is 56-39 ATS (+13.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 28-14 ATS (+12.6 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 80-55 ATS (+19.5 Units) in road games in November games since 1996.
INDIANA is 222-167 ATS (+38.3 Units) on Friday nights since 1996.
INDIANA is 30-15 ATS (+13.5 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 4-4 against the spread versus INDIANA over the last 3 seasons
INDIANA is 5-3 straight up against CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NEW YORK (2 - 6) at DALLAS (2 - 6) - 11/2/2018, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 16-28 ATS (-14.8 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
DALLAS is 2-2 against the spread versus NEW YORK over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 2-2 straight up against NEW YORK over the last 3 seasons
4 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MEMPHIS (4 - 2) at UTAH (4 - 3) - 11/2/2018, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MEMPHIS is 4-14 ATS (-11.4 Units) in road games when playing with 2 days rest over the last 3 seasons.
UTAH is 88-62 ATS (+19.8 Units) in home games in November games since 1996.
MEMPHIS is 167-125 ATS (+29.5 Units) after a win by 10 points or more since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
MEMPHIS is 6-2 against the spread versus UTAH over the last 3 seasons
UTAH is 4-4 straight up against MEMPHIS over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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TORONTO (7 - 1) at PHOENIX (1 - 6) - 11/2/2018, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHOENIX is 175-133 ATS (+28.7 Units) after allowing 115 points or more since 1996.
TORONTO is 41-26 ATS (+12.4 Units) after a win by 10 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 26-14 ATS (+10.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
PHOENIX is 15-28 ATS (-15.8 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
PHOENIX is 5-15 ATS (-11.5 Units) in a home game where the total is greater than or equal to 220 over the last 2 seasons.
PHOENIX is 0-9 ATS (-9.9 Units) in home games on Friday nights over the last 2 seasons.
PHOENIX is 19-31 ATS (-15.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
PHOENIX is 3-17 ATS (-15.7 Units) in home games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
PHOENIX is 14-27 ATS (-15.7 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHOENIX is 4-0 against the spread versus TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
PHOENIX is 2-2 straight up against TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MINNESOTA (4 - 4) at GOLDEN STATE (8 - 1) - 11/2/2018, 10:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 15-28 ATS (-15.8 Units) after scoring 115 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
GOLDEN STATE is 114-82 ATS (+23.8 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 4-2 against the spread versus GOLDEN STATE over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 5-2 straight up against MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NBA

Friday, November 2

Clippers lost three of their four road games (1-3 as AU). LA’s last four games all went over the total. Orlando lost last three and five of last six games; they’re 1-3 at home, 1-2 as home underdogs. Under is 5-2 in their games. Clippers won their last nine games with Orlando, but Magic covered three of last four. LA is 3-1 vs spread in their last four visits here. Under is 7-3 in last ten series games.

Houston lost its last four games, is off to a 1-5 start; they’re 1-1 on road (1-1 as AF). Over is 4-2 in their games. Brooklyn lost three of its last four games; they’re 2-1 at home- underdogs covered all three of those games. Nets lost their last four games with Houston, but Brooklyn covered six of last seven; Rockets are 2-3 vs spread in last five games in Barclays Center. Four of last five series games went over total.

OKC won its last three games after an 0-3 start; they’re 1-2 on road, 2-1 as road dogs. Over is 4-3 in their games this season. Washington lost its last four games and six of last seven; Wizards are 0-2 at home (0-1 as HF). Over is 5-2 in their games. Home side won eight of last ten Thunder-Wizard games; OKC won six of last eight series games, but is 2-3 vs spread in last five visits here. Over is 6-2 in last eight series games.

Indiana won three of its last four games; they won last three road games, are 2-0 as AF. Four of their last five games stayed under total. Bulls is off to a 2-6 start; they’re 3-1 vs spread as home underdogs. Under is 4-2 in their last six games. Home side won seven of last eight Indiana-Chicago games; Pacers won four of last five series games, but are 1-3 vs spread in last four trips to the Windy City. Under is 5-2 in last seven series games.

New York lost six of its last seven games; they’re 2-1 vs spread as AU. Under is 5-2 in their last seven games. Mavericks lost their last five games; Dallas is 2-1 at home, 1-0 as HF; over is 4-3 in their games this year. Knicks lost seven of last nine games with Dallas (5-4 vs spread); they covered four of their last five visits here. Last five series games stayed under the total.

Memphis won four of its last five games; they’re 1-2 on road, 1-1 as road underdogs. Under is 4-2 in their games this year. Jazz won three of its last four games; they’re 0-2 SU at hoe, 0-1 as HF. Over is 5-2 in their games this season. Road team won six of last eight Memphis-Utah games; Jazz won three of last four. Grizzlies covered their last four visits to Utah. Under is 7-3 in last ten series games.

Toronto is off to a 7-1 start; they split their two road games (1-1 as AF). Over is 6-1-1 in Raptor games this season. Phoenix lost its last six games (1-5 vs spread); they’re 1-2 vs spread as home underdogs.. Three of their last four games went over the total. Raptors won their last two games with Phoenix after losing six of previous eight; Suns covered last ten series games (over 7-3).

Minnesota is 0-3 on road (1-1 as AU) losing by 4-4-7 points; over is 6-2 in their games this year. Golden State won its last won its last six games (5-1 vs spread); they’re 3-1 as home favorites. Last five Warrior games went over the total. Home side won last five Minnesota-Golden State games; Timberwolves are 0-2-1 vs spread in last three visits to Oakland, losing by 14-24-13 points. Under is 5-2 in last seven series games.

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NBA

Friday, November 2

Trend Report

LA Clippers @ Orlando
LA Clippers
LA Clippers is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Orlando
LA Clippers is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Orlando

Orlando
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Orlando's last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Orlando's last 9 games

Houston @ Brooklyn
Houston
Houston is 20-3 SU in its last 23 games when playing Brooklyn
Houston is 13-2 SU in its last 15 games when playing on the road against Brooklyn

Brooklyn
Brooklyn is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Houston
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Brooklyn's last 5 games when playing at home against Houston

Indiana @ Chicago
Indiana
Indiana is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Chicago
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Indiana's last 7 games when playing Chicago

Chicago
Chicago is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Indiana
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Chicago's last 7 games when playing Indiana

Oklahoma City @ Washington
Oklahoma City
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Oklahoma City's last 11 games on the road
Oklahoma City is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing Washington

Washington
Washington is 11-4 ATS in its last 15 games when playing at home against Oklahoma City
Washington is 11-4 SU in its last 15 games when playing at home against Oklahoma City

New York @ Dallas
New York
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of New York's last 5 games when playing Dallas
New York is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Dallas

Dallas
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Dallas's last 5 games when playing New York
Dallas is 15-3 SU in its last 18 games when playing at home against New York

Memphis @ Utah
Memphis
Memphis is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Utah
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Memphis's last 5 games on the road

Utah
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Utah's last 5 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Utah's last 8 games

Toronto @ Phoenix
Toronto
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Toronto's last 9 games
Toronto is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games

Phoenix
Phoenix is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Toronto
Phoenix is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Toronto

Minnesota @ Golden State
Minnesota
Minnesota is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Minnesota's last 11 games

Golden State
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games

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Friday's Essentials
Tony Mejia

Game of the Night - Minnesota at Golden State (-11, 239), ESPN, 10:35 ET

Derrick Rose playing at an MVP level for even one night, especially right before this nationally televised matchup, serves to spice it up even more.

After scoring 50 points to fuel an upset of Utah despite the absence of starting guards Jimmy Butler and Jeff Teague, Rose will return to his role off the bench as we get to see an experiment unfold. More accurately, said experiment is more fantasy than anything else.

How good can the Timberwolves be if they weren’t torn apart?

Butler, looking forward to a showcase game against the Warriors to build on his own personal momentum after shooting 6-for-7 from 3-point range in Monday’s 124-120 upset of the Lakers, still wants out. An upset of Golden State won’t change that.

Sooner than later, Minnesota will realize it has no other recourse but to strike a deal with the Rockets, Heat or some other team looking to bring Butler into the fold. At that point, Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins will again return to being the franchise’s focal points, while Rose will look to continue his career resurgence as he takes aim at the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award.

The Timberwolves’ ceiling for this season will depend on what other pieces they can acquire in exchange for Butler, with making the playoffs as a No. 8 seed again on the high end of expectations. More likely, they’ll take a step backwards.

Butler’s work on the defensive end and the attention he commands should make life easier for teammates, which is why matchups like tonight become statement games for him. He wants to be viewed as the missing piece and aims to be paid that way too. This is probably his last shot at a lucrative long-term deal, which is why it cut him so deeply that Minnesota prioritized taking care of Wiggins and Towns over him despite his on-court importance.

Already this season, Butler has heard boos from fans at Target Center and ultimately turned those into MVP chants by helping take down Cleveland with a season-best 33 points in the home opener. He’s matched up with LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, Giannis Antetokounmpo, DeMar DeRozan and Victor Oladipo. Add the Warriors’ big guns to the list tonight.

There’s no concern that Butler won’t bring the requisite intensity level for the Timberwolves to be successful despite the fact he’s not all in. It simply remains to be seen how Rose hits in since he’ll be asked to play a different role with Butler back in the mix but could also be forced to start since fellow point guards Jeff Teague (knee) and Tyus Jones (foot) are questionable.

Rose shot 19-for-31 and hit four 3-pointers in a game for the first time since 2015, helping him get wherever he wanted. He dribbled around more looking for his own shot a lot more than he’ll be able to tonight with Butler back, but there’s no question he can remain effective and continue taking steps forward despite the uncertainty under Tom Thibodeau prevailing for at least another night. He’s not going to be sneaking up on anybody, which serves to make this matchup all the more intriguing since there’s no chance the defending champs won’t be engaged as they take their home floor for Friday’s most attractive offering.

Through nine games, the Warriors have shown remarkable discipline so far since they admittedly get bored during the NBA’s regular season. The last team to chase a three-peat, the ’13-’14 Heat, started 4-3 despite LeBron Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in the mix.

The 2010-11 Lakers won their first eight before going 5-6 over their next 11. The ’01-’02 Lakers were the last team to succeed in their quest for three straight titles and opened 16-1, which was an improvement on how the two Michael Jordan-led Bulls three-peat closers opened their seasons, opening 9-4 and 8-7.

It’s tough to focus this early in the season, especially with a target on your back. The Warriors are devising ways to keep things fresh, taking turns getting one another going and celebrating how much fun it is to dominate peers.

Golden State put up a 92-point first half against Chicago on Monday to open the week in style despite playing the second of a back-to-back. Klay Thompson may have flirted with surpassing Kobe Bryant’s 81-point night as the largest scoring output since Wilt Chamberlain dropped 100 if Steve Kerr hadn’t pulled him after knocking down 14 3-pointers in just 26 minutes of action.

Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry lit up New York City’s gyms and have 10 games scoring 30 or more points between them. Draymond Green needed to play his way into shape after recovering from knee surgery by staying away from basketball-related activities over the summer but has made no secret of the fact he’s shooting for another Defensive Players of the Year award after being relegated to the All-Defensive second team by voters last season. Earning this season’s top honors would help him become eligible for the Super Max, so you know he’s dead serious about regaining the title of NBA’s top defender.

With new starting center Damian Jones and young pieces like Alfonzo McKinnie and Jacob Evans to help bring along, the Warriors are hoping that keeping things fresh will keep them interesting. So far, so good. Matchups like tonight’s and next week’s showdown with upstart Milwaukee should ensure they don’t get too complacent – at least until the marathon truly sets in.

The card
L.A. Clippers (-3/217.5) at Orlando, 7:05 p.m. ET: Longtime Orlando resident Doc Rivers and his team got in late after a tough loss in Philadelphia, so this is a short turnaround for his Clippers, who got carved up by Joel Embiid regardless of who tried to defend him last night. Nikola Vucevic should be a better matchup for L.A., especially since Marcin Gortat should have fresh legs after barely playing last night, picking up four fouls in nine minutes. Luc Richard Mbah a Moute is nursing a sore knee, so he’s questionable and would be missed since he’d be an ideal option to help guard Aaron Gordon.

Houston (-4/217.5) at Brooklyn, 7:35 p.m. ET: The Rockets have been dreadful thus far and will have to go without James Harden for at least one more game since he’s unlikely to play here due to a hamstring injury. The reigning MVP practiced on Thursday and is optimistic he’ll be able to return for Saturday’s game at the Bulls, but it’s going to be on Chris Paul and Carmelo Anthony to help prevent a defeat here. The return of James Ennis III from his own hamstring issue should bump ‘Melo back to the bench and improve a defense that has looked brutal over the past week. Brooklyn will look to take advantage of Houston surrendering an NBA-worst 59 points per game in the paint, so this could be a good spot for Brooklyn’s Jarrett Allen to break out after a slow start.

Oklahoma City at Washington (-2.5/231), 8:05 p.m. ET, ESPN: Dwight Howard will finally debut with the Wizards but is still bothered by the buttocks injury that has kept him out and won’t be able to sit on the bench during periods where he’s not playing. Instead, he’ll lay on the floor like Larry Bird and Steve Nash often used to. There’s no word on a minutes restriction yet, but Washington should be at full strength with Markieff Morris expected back from a concussion and Kelly Oubre, Jr. working after dealing with the flu. The Thunder won in Charlotte despite Paul George shooting 4-for-20 and will have him in the lineup despite a nerve issue in his left foot he’s been dealing with for weeks. Alex Abrines and Dennis Schroder helped bail out George by pouring in 46 points off the bench and should play large roles here as well. Scott Brooks is 2-2 with the Wizards against OKC, which he coached from ’07-’15, serving all but one of those years in the head seat.

Indiana (-7/212.5) at Chicago, 8:05 p.m. ET: The Pacers were blown out by double-digits in their first two road games but have won their last three. They’ve lost six of seven at the United Center but are favored here and hope forward Domantas Sabonis can build on a 12-for-12 effort from the field at the Knicks on Wednesday. The Bulls played arguably their best game of the season in coming a Paul Millsap tip-in away from pulling an upset of Denver and will be looking for consistency from rookie Wendell Carter, Jr., who finished with 25 points, eight boards and five assists while taking 21 shots in a breakout performance.

New York at Dallas (-6.5/216.5), 8:35 p.m. ET: The Knicks have seen the ‘under’ prevail in five of their last seven games and are playing hard for David Fizdale despite a depleted group. New York will have its work cut out for it attempting to slow down a Mavs squad that has scored 100 or more points in all their games but has surrendered 116.6 points per game and dropped five straight. New York is 0-3 on the road and may not have top defender Frank Ntilikina, which means this could wind up becoming a shootout between Tim Hardaway, Jr. and rookie Luka Doncic.

Memphis at Utah (-7.5/205), 9:05 p.m. ET: The Grizzlies have won five of six since being hammered in their season opener, which includes a 92-84 win over these Jazz in Salt Lake City. Utah is the only team with a winning record that the Griz have defeated this season since their other three victims are a combined 4-18, so it’s hard to get too excited over Memphis’ resurgence just yet, though it is great to see Mike Conley back. With Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) and Alec Burks (hand) sidelined, look for Jae Crowder and Dante Exum to play major roles next to veteran starters Ricky Rubio and Joe Ingles.

Toronto (-11/226) at Phoenix, 10:05 p.m. ET: The Suns have seen rookies Deandre Ayton and Elie Okobo featured over the past week, but life should get easier for everyone with Devin Booker returning from a hamstring injury. Isaiah Canaan (ankle) is expected back too, so Phoenix will at least have a puncher’s chance of pulling an upset of the team tied with Milwaukee and Denver for the NBA’s second-best record. Backup Raps’ point guard Fred VanVleet, leader of the second unit, could miss his third straight game with a toe issue, but versatile forward OG Anunoby will be back for Toronto.

[Can'tPickAWinner]

NHL
Dunkel

Friday, November 2

Florida @ Winnipeg

Game 51-52
November 2, 2018 @ 2:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Florida
11.856
Winnipeg
8.751
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Florida
by 3
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Winnipeg
-150
6
Dunkel Pick:
Florida
(+130); Over

Colorado @ Vancouver

Game 53-54
November 2, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Colorado
9.391
Vancouver
13.278
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Vancouver
by 4
4
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Colorado
-120
6
Dunkel Pick:
Vancouver
(+100); Under

Carolina @ Arizona

Game 55-56
November 2, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Carolina
10.957
Arizona
14.433
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Arizona
by 3 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Arizona
-120
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Arizona
(-120); Over

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NHL
Long Sheet

Friday, November 2

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FLORIDA (2-5-0-3, 7 pts.) at WINNIPEG (8-4-0-1, 17 pts.) - 11/2/2018, 2:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA is 2-8 ATS (-7.6 Units) in all games this season.
FLORIDA is 2-8 ATS (-7.6 Units) first half of the season this season.
FLORIDA is 166-245 ATS (+429.3 Units) in non-conference games since 1996.
WINNIPEG is 10-2 ATS (+7.0 Units) in home games in November games over the last 3 seasons.
WINNIPEG is 28-10 ATS (+15.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WINNIPEG is 4-1 (+3.2 Units) against the spread versus FLORIDA over the last 3 seasons
WINNIPEG is 4-1-0 straight up against FLORIDA over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.0 Units)

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COLORADO (7-4-0-2, 16 pts.) at VANCOUVER (8-6-0-0, 16 pts.) - 11/2/2018, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 53-49 ATS (+119.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 87-67 ATS (+159.5 Units) in a road game where where the total is 6 or more since 1996.
COLORADO is 189-162 ATS (+352.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the first half of the season since 1996.
VANCOUVER is 7-28 ATS (+46.7 Units) after playing 3 consecutive home games over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
VANCOUVER is 4-2 (+2.2 Units) against the spread versus COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
VANCOUVER is 4-2-0 straight up against COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.1 Units)

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CAROLINA (6-5-0-1, 13 pts.) at ARIZONA (6-5-0-0, 12 pts.) - 11/2/2018, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CAROLINA is 42-52 ATS (-15.7 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CAROLINA is 70-132 ATS (+230.6 Units) in road games in non-conference games since 1996.
CAROLINA is 12-35 ATS (+59.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
CAROLINA is 8-23 ATS (+37.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
ARIZONA is 15-37 ATS (+70.2 Units) first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ARIZONA is 2-2 (+1.7 Units) against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
ARIZONA is 2-2-0 straight up against CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.1 Units, Under=-0.3 Units)

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NHL

Friday, November 2

Trend Report

Florida Panthers
Florida is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
Florida is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
Florida is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games on the road
Florida is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Winnipeg
Florida is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Winnipeg
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Florida's last 12 games when playing Winnipeg
Florida is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Winnipeg
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Florida's last 6 games when playing on the road against Winnipeg
Winnipeg Jets
Winnipeg is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Winnipeg is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games at home
Winnipeg is 19-6 SU in its last 25 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of Winnipeg's last 18 games at home
Winnipeg is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Florida
Winnipeg is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Florida
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Winnipeg's last 12 games when playing Florida
Winnipeg is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Florida
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Winnipeg's last 6 games when playing at home against Florida


Carolina Hurricanes
Carolina is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games
Carolina is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Carolina's last 7 games
Carolina is 9-2 ATS in its last 11 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Carolina's last 5 games on the road
Carolina is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Arizona
Carolina is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing Arizona
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Carolina's last 6 games when playing Arizona
Carolina is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Arizona
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Carolina's last 5 games when playing on the road against Arizona
Arizona Coyotes
Arizona is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games
Arizona is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Arizona's last 12 games
Arizona is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Arizona's last 6 games at home
Arizona is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Carolina
Arizona is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games when playing Carolina
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Arizona's last 6 games when playing Carolina
Arizona is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Carolina
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Arizona's last 5 games when playing at home against Carolina


Colorado Avalanche
Colorado is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 6 games
Colorado is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Colorado is 5-10 SU in its last 15 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 6 games on the road
Colorado is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Vancouver
Colorado is 8-17 SU in its last 25 games when playing Vancouver
Colorado is 4-12 SU in its last 16 games when playing on the road against Vancouver
Vancouver Canucks
Vancouver is 15-6 ATS in its last 21 games
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Vancouver's last 11 games
Vancouver is 9-2 ATS in its last 11 games at home
Vancouver is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 18 of Vancouver's last 23 games at home
Vancouver is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Colorado
Vancouver is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games when playing Colorado
Vancouver is 12-4 SU in its last 16 games when playing at home against Colorado

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NCAAF
Long Sheet

Friday, November 2

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PITTSBURGH (4 - 4) at VIRGINIA (6 - 2) - 11/2/2018, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VIRGINIA is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in all games this season.
VIRGINIA is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in all lined games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 2-0 against the spread versus VIRGINIA over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 2-0 straight up against VIRGINIA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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W KENTUCKY (1 - 7) at MIDDLE TENN ST (5 - 3) - 11/2/2018, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W KENTUCKY is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in road games after 2 or more consecutive straight up losses since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
W KENTUCKY is 1-0 against the spread versus MIDDLE TENN ST over the last 3 seasons
W KENTUCKY is 2-0 straight up against MIDDLE TENN ST over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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COLORADO (5 - 3) at ARIZONA (4 - 5) - 11/2/2018, 10:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ARIZONA is 20-37 ATS (-20.7 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 10 points since 1992.
ARIZONA is 59-91 ATS (-41.1 Units) as a favorite since 1992.
ARIZONA is 87-130 ATS (-56.0 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest since 1992.
ARIZONA is 34-56 ATS (-27.6 Units) in November games since 1992.
ARIZONA is 32-53 ATS (-26.3 Units) in weeks 10 through 13 since 1992.

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

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NCAAF

Week 10

Trend Report

Friday, November 2

Pittsburgh @ Virginia
Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Pittsburgh's last 9 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Virginia

Virginia
Virginia is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Virginia is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

Western Kentucky @ Middle Tennessee
Western Kentucky
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Western Kentucky's last 5 games when playing Middle Tennessee
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Western Kentucky's last 5 games on the road

Middle Tennessee
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Middle Tennessee's last 5 games when playing Western Kentucky
Middle Tennessee is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

Colorado @ Arizona
Colorado
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Colorado's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Colorado's last 7 games when playing Arizona

Arizona
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Arizona's last 7 games when playing Colorado
Arizona is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Colorado

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NCAAF

Week 10

Friday’s games
Pittsburgh is 0-3 on road, losing by 3-31-5 points, allowing an average of 34 ppg; Panthers are 11-6 as road underdogs under Narduzzi, 1-2 this year. Virginia won its last three games, allowing an average of 16 ppg; under Mendenhall, Cavaliers are 5-3 as home favorites, 3-0 this year. Pitt won its last three games with Virginia, winning 45-31 in its last visit here; favorites covered four of last five series games. Pitt beat Duke 54-45 LW, but allowed 619 yards, 396 thru the air.

Western Kentucky is 1-7 with a loss to a I-AA team; Hilltoppers won their last three games with Middle Tennessee, scoring 47.7 ppg in a series where average total in last four series games is 84.8. WKU’s last three visits here all decided either by 1 point or in OT. Hilltoppers are 5-1-1 in last seven games as road underdogs. MTSU won four of its last five games; they covered five of last six games as a HF. Last three WKU games went over the total; under is 4-2 in Blue Raiders’ last six games. Hilltoppers allowed 40-37-38 points in their last three games.

Colorado lost its last three games after 5-0 start; they blew a 31-3 lead in home loss to Oregon St LW. Buffaloes are 10-6 in last 16 games as road underdogs, 2-1 this year. Arizona won five of last six games with Colorado; road team won last three series games. Wildcats ran ball for 289-276 yards in last two games; they won last two home games, allowing 17-15 points. Arizona is 1-3-1 in its last five games as a home favorite. Four of last five Colorado games stayed under the total; under is 5-1 in last six Arizona games.

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NCAAF
Dunkel

Week 10


Friday, November 2

Pittsburgh @ Virginia

Game 315-316
November 2, 2018 @ 7:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Pittsburgh
91.987
Virginia
97.110
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Virginia
by 5
45
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Virginia
by 7 1/2
48 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Pittsburgh
(+7 1/2); Under

Western Kentucky @ Middle Tennessee St

Game 317-318
November 2, 2018 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Western Kentucky
70.047
Middle Tennessee
76.511
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Middle Tennessee
by 6 1/2
55
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Middle Tennessee
by 13 1/2
53
Dunkel Pick:
Western Kentucky
(+13 1/2); Over

Colorado @ Arizona

Game 319-320
November 2, 2018 @ 10:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Colorado
88.590
Arizona
84.770
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Colorado
by 4
54
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Arizona
by 3
57
Dunkel Pick:
Colorado
(+3); Under

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College Football's Top ATS Teams:

1. Washington St 8-0 ATS
t2. Fresno St 7-1 ATS
t2. Georgia Southern 7-1 ATS
t2. UAB 7-1 ATS
t2. Utah St 7-1 ATS
t2. Virginia 7-1 ATS
t7. 8 teams tied at 6-2 ATS (Buffalo, BC, Florida, Florida Int, Iowa, Temple, Texas A&M, UL-Lafayette)


College Football's Worst ATS Teams:

t130. Navy 1-7 ATS
t130. Louisville 1-7 ATS
t130. Florida Atlantic 1-7 ATS
127. Connecticut 1-6-1 ATS
t125. Washington 2-7 ATS
t125. New Mexico St 2-7 ATS
t116. 9 teams tied at 2-6 ATS

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Tech Trends - Week 10
Bruce Marshall


Friday, Nov. 2

PITT at VIRGINIA...Bronco Mendenhall 7-1 vs. line TY, covers in all four at home. Though Pitt has won last two and covered last three in series. Panthers 6-2 last 8 as road dog.
Slight to Virginia, based on recent trends.


WKU at MTSU...These two have gone into OT in three of past four seasons. Tops 4-7 vs. spread away form home since Sanford took over last season. MTSU 5-1 last six as Murfreesboro chalk.
MTSU, based on team trends.


COLORADO at ARIZONA...Buffs have covered 2 of last 3 vs. Cats. Sumlin 3-2 vs. line at Tucson TY, though UA only 5-8-1 last 14 on board since mid 2017.
Slight to Colorado, based on team trends.

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Friday's Tip Sheet
Brian Edwards

**Pittsburgh at Virginia**

There’s a rare ACC showdown in Charlottesville on Friday night that will have conference-championship implications at 7:30 p.m. Eastern on ESPN2. As of Wednesday, most spots had Virginia (6-2 straight up, 7-1 against the spread) installed as a 7.5-point home favorite vs. Pitt with a total of 48. The Panthers were +245 on the money line (risk $100 to win $245).

UVA is 4-0 both SU and ATS at home this year. As a home favorite during Bronco Mendenhall’s three-year tenure, the Cavaliers have compiled a 5-3 spread record. Mendenhall has his team atop the ACC Coastal Division with a 4-1 record in league play. The Cavs own a one-half game lead over both Pitt and Virginia Tech, both of whom are 3-1 in ACC action.

UVA has won three straight games both SU and ATS, including last week’s 31-21 over UNC as a 7.5-point home ‘chalk.’ QB Bryce Perkins rushed for a team-best 112 yards and one TD on 21 carries, while junior RB Jordan Ellis ran 16 times for 64 yards.

Perkins completed 18-of-27 passes for 217 yards and three TDs with one interception. Olamide Zaccheaus brought down 10 catches for 108 yards, while Hasise Dubois had two receptions for 40 yards and one TD.

Perkins, the juco transfer who started his career at Arizona State, has completed 63.1 percent of his passes for 1,623 yards with a 15/8 touchdown-to-interception ratio. The dynamic signal caller has run for 575 rushing yards and six TDs. Ellis paces the Cavs in rushing yards (683) and has seven rushing scores and a 5.3 yards-per-carry average.

Zaccheaus has 56 receptions for 690 yards and six TDs, while Dubois has caught 32 balls for 360 yards and three TDs.

Mendenhall’s team took its defeats at Indiana (20-16) in Week 2 and at N.C. State (35-21) on Sept. 29.

Pittsburgh (4-4 SU, 4-4 ATS) is winless in three road assignments with a 1-2 spread record. Pat Narduzzi’s club has covered the spread in three consecutive contests, winning outright in two of those and taking the cash when it lost 19-14 at Notre Dame as a 21-point underdog.

Pitt is off a 54-45 win over Duke this past Saturday as a three-point home underdog. The Panthers trailed by a double-digit margin four separate times to the Blue Devils, but they pulled even at 42-42 with 2:33 left on a 48-yard field goal from Alex Kessman. Then with five ticks remaining, QB Kenny Pickett found Maurice Ffrench for a 25-yard game-winning scoring strike.

Pickett had a pair of TD passes without an interception, in addition to rushing for 76 yards and one TD on seven attempts. Senior RB Qadree Ollison ran for 149 yards and one TD on 18 carries, while V’Lique Carter rushed for 137 yards and two TDs on seven totes.

Pickett has completed 60.6 percent of his passes for 1,156 yards with an 8/5 TD-INT ratio. He’s run for 152 yards and three TDs. Allison has rushed for a team-high 795 yards and seven TDs with a 6.3 YPC average. Darrin Hall has run for 429 yards and four TDs while averaging 6.1 YPC.

Ffrench has 19 receptions for 294 yards and four TDs.

When these teams collided last year at Heinz Field, Pitt beat UVA for the third straight time. The Panthers won a 31-14 decision as one-point home favorites, while the 45 combined points dropped ‘under’ the 49-point tally.

Totals have been an overall wash (4-4) for the Cavs, with the ‘over’ going 2-2 in their four home contests. They’ve seen their games average combined scores of 47.0 PPG.

Totals have been an overall wash (4-4) for the Panthers, who have seen the ‘under’ go 2-1 in their road assignments. They’ve seen their games average combined scores of 60.6 PPG.

ESPN2 will have Friday night’s broadcast at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.

**Colorado at Arizona**

As of Wednesday, most books had Arizona (4-5 SU, 5-4 ATS) installed as a three-point home favorite with a total of 57.5 or 58. The Buffaloes were +140 on the money line (risk $100 to win $140).

Kevin Sumlin’s team improved to 3-3 in Pac-12 play and picked up its best win of the season by blasting Oregon 44-15 as a seven-point home underdog this past Saturday night. Sophomore running back J.J. Taylor erupted for 212 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 30 carries. Junior QB Khalil Tate, who had missed most of the past two games injured, returned to the starting lineup and completed 19-of-33 passes for 189 yards and three TDs with one interception.

WR Shun Brown had 10 receptions for 96 yards, while Shawn Poindexter had two catches for 30 yards and a pair of TDs. Josh Pollack buried three field goals from 32, 34 and 23 yards out.

UA dominated from start to finish, enjoying a 465-270 advantage in total offense and a 27-18 edge in first downs. The Wildcats are now on a 5-2 ATS run after starting the season with back-to-back defeats vs. BYU (28-23) and at Houston (45-18). Two of its three losses since then have come by five combined points, falling 31-30 at UCLA and 24-20 at home vs. USC. The only bad loss besides the one at Houston was a 42-10 loss at Utah when Tate was injured early in the first quarter and didn’t return.

Tate exploded on the scene last season with his legs, rushing for 1,411 yards and 12 TDs while averaging 9.2 yards per carry. He was considered by many to be a legit Heisman Trophy candidate coming into the 2018 campaign. Tate has improved throwing the ball, but his production on the ground has basically been non-existent.

Tate has completed 54.0 percent of his throws for 1,604 yards with a 14/5 touchdown-to-interception ratio. He has 53 rushing attempts for 139 yards and two TDs with a meager 2.6 YPC average.

Taylor is second in the Pac-12 in rushing yards with 1,034. He has six rushing scores and averages 6.2 YPC. Poindexter has 32 receptions for 582 yards six TDs, while Brown has 46 catches for 485 yards and four TDs.

Colorado (5-3 SU, 5-3 ATS) raced out to a 5-0 start with wins over Colorado St. (45-13 in Denver), at Nebraska (33-28), vs. New Hampshire (45-14), vs. UCLA (38-16) and vs. Arizona State (28-21). Since then, however, Mike MacIntyre’s club has lost three games in a row, including a stunning 41-34 overtime loss to Oregon State as a 24.5-point home ‘chalk.’

We should point out, however, that the Buffaloes have been without star Laviska Shenault. The sophomore WR was playing like a first-team All-American until being sidelined with turf toe that caused him to miss the losses at UW and vs. OSU. Shenault remains ‘questionable’ for Friday’s game in Tucson. Before the injury, he had 60 receptions for 780 yards and six TDs, in addition to rushing for 87 yards and five TDs on 15 attempts.

In last week’s improbable setback, Colorado led 24-3 at halftime and then extended its advantage to 31-3 on Travon McMillian’s 75-yard run to start the third quarter. The Beavers responded with 25 unanswered points to trim the deficit to 31-28 with 7:13 remaining. CU got a 34-yard FG from Evan Price to extend the lead to 34-28.

But with 29 seconds left, OSU’s Jake Luton found Trevon Bradford for a 10-yard scoring strike. However, the Beavers missed the PAT to force OT. Oregon State got the ball first in the extra session and scored on Jack Colletto’s one-yard TD run, and it got a stop to preserve the shocking victory.

Colorado junior QB Steven Montez connected on 24-of-39 passes for 319 yards and two TDs without an interception. He also rushed nine times for 66 yards, while McMillian finished with 132 rushing yards and one TD on 20 attempts. K.D. Nixon had 13 receptions for 198 yards and two TDs.

Montez has connected on 68.2 percent of his throws for 2,053 yards with a 14/4 TD-INT ratio. He is second on the Buffaloes in rushing yards with 226 and four TDs. WR K.D. Nixon has 46 catches for 560 yards and three TDs. McMillian, a grad transfer from Virginia Tech, has run for 778 yards and five TDs while averaging 5.3 YPC.

CU has lost two of its three road games outright, but it has produced a 2-1 spread record. As a road underdog since MacIntyre took over in 2013, Colorado is 13-12 ATS.

Arizona is 1-1 both SU and ATS as a home favorite this season. The Wildcats are 3-2 both SU and ATS in five home games, but they’ve been home underdogs in their last three outings at Arizona Stadium.

The road team is 6-0 ATS in the past six head-to-head encounters. The ‘over’ is on a 3-0 run to improve to 6-1 in the past seven meetings of this rivalry.

When these squads squared off in Boulder last season, Arizona captured a 45-42 win as a seven-point road underdog. Tate was nothing short of sensational, rushing for 327 yards and four TDs on merely 14 carries. He completed 12-of-13 passes for 154 yards and one TD without an interception.

In the losing effort, Montez threw for 251 yards and three TDs without an interception.

The ‘under’ is 7-2 overall for the Wildcats, 4-1 in their home games. They’ve seen their games average combined scores of 57.0 points per game.

The ‘under’ is 6-2 overall for the Buffaloes, 4-0 in their road assignments. They’ve seen their games average combined scores of 55.9 PPG.

Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. Eastern on Fox Sports 1.

**B.E.’s Bonus Nuggets**

-- One day after reinstating D.J. Durkin as its head football coach, Maryland pulled a U-turn and decided to fire Durkin on Wednesday. The change of course started with major criticism from the media and multiple players walking out of a team meeting with Durkin on Tuesday, but the real tide turner came from Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. He released a statement Wednesday afternoon ripping the Board of Regents. Durkin and the BOR won a power struggle with the school president, who wanted Durkin out to begin with. OC Matt Canada will remain the interim head coach for the Terrapins, who host Michigan State this weekend.

-- Oregon QB Justin Herbert practiced Wednesday and was upgraded to ‘probable' for Saturday’s home game vs. UCLA. Herbert will continue to be monitored after sustaining a concussion in last week’s 44-15 loss at Arizona. Herbert has 2,069 passing yards and a 20/6 TD-INT ratio. His favorite target Dillon Mitchell remains in concussion protocol and is ‘questionable’ against the Bruins. Mitchell has 48 receptions for 677 yards and four TDs. The Ducks were 10-point home favorites, as of Wednesday night.

-- Washington star RB Myles Gaskin has missed back-to-back games due to a shoulder injury. The all-time leader in career rushing yards for the Huskies remains ‘questionable’ vs. Stanford, which has plenty of injuries as well. Two preseason All-Americans – RB Bryce Love and OG Nate Herbig – are ‘questionable’ for the Cardinal at UW.

-- After missing an extra point five minutes before to leave Buffalo leading only 48-42 as a seven-point home favorite in the fourth quarter of Tuesday’s MACtion showdown vs. Miami (OH), senior kicker Adam Mitcheson broke the school record for career field goals by burying his 45th with 3:54 remaining in a 51-42 victory for the Bulls. QB Tyree Jackson threw for 358 yards and three TDs without an interception, while Anthony Johnson hauled in eight receptions for 238 yards and three TDs.

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CFL Betting Notes - Week 21
David Schwab

Calgary may still have the best record in the CFL, but it heads into the final week of the regular season on a straight-up three-game losing streak after falling to Winnipeg 29-21 on Friday night as a 3 ½-point road underdog.

In the first of two Saturday games, Ottawa tripped up Hamilton 3013 as a 4 ½-point road underdog to sweep the home-and-home series while also locking up the East Division title. Saskatchewan remained in the hunt for the division title in the West with a 35-16 victory against British Columbia as a 4 ½-point home favorite.

Week 20 wrapped things up on Sunday with Montreal playing its best game of the season in a 40-10 victory against Toronto as a rare three-point home favorite.

Friday, Nov. 2

Toronto Argonauts (4-13 SU, 6-11 ATS) at Ottawa RedBlacks (10-7 SU, 8-9 ATS)
Point-spread: Ottawa -7
Total: 53 ½

Game Overview

The Argonauts have finally gotten to the point they are just phoning it in after giving up 40 points to the worst offense in the league. One score was actually recorded by Montreal’s defense, but at this point does it really matter. They have failed to cover in seven of their last nine games with the total going OVER in six of the last eight outings.

Ottawa has little to play for in this regular-season finale after winning the East to secure a first round bye in the playoffs. The RedBlacks head into the postseason with some solid momentum after going 4-2 both SU and ATS in their last six games, including that impressive sweep over Hamilton the last two weeks. Trevor Harris had another big day in Saturday’s win with 267 yards passing and three touchdown throws.

Betting Trends

-- Ottawa has covered in six of its last nine home games against Toronto while also going 6-3 SU. The total has stayed UNDER in five of the last six meetings overall.

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CFL

Division Semis

Trend Report

Friday, November 2

Toronto Argonauts
Toronto is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games
Toronto is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Toronto's last 8 games
Toronto is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Toronto is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Toronto's last 6 games on the road
Toronto is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Ottawa
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Toronto's last 6 games when playing Ottawa
Toronto is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Ottawa
Toronto is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Ottawa
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Toronto's last 8 games when playing on the road against Ottawa

Ottawa RedBlacks
Ottawa is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
Ottawa is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
Ottawa is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games at home
Ottawa is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
Ottawa is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Toronto
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Ottawa's last 6 games when playing Toronto
Ottawa is 6-3 ATS in its last 9 games when playing at home against Toronto
Ottawa is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against Toronto
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Ottawa's last 8 games when playing at home against Toronto

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CFL
Long Sheet

Division Semis

Friday, November 2

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TORONTO (4 - 12) at OTTAWA (10 - 7) - 11/2/2018, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TORONTO is 1-10 ATS (-10.0 Units) when playing on a Friday over the last 3 seasons.
OTTAWA is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in home games off a division game over the last 3 seasons.
OTTAWA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in home games after 2 or more consecutive straight up wins over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
OTTAWA is 3-3 against the spread versus TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
TORONTO is 4-2 straight up against OTTAWA over the last 3 seasons
5 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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Sal Michaels Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Virginia -7½ -105 at 5Dimes

Free Play on Virginia -7½ -105

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Cole Faxon Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Pittsburgh +7½ -110 at 5Dimes

FREE PLAY on Pittsburgh +7½ -110

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Bobby Conn Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Virginia -7½ +101 at GTBets

1* Free Play on Virginia -7½ +101

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Doug Upstone Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: OVER 48 -115

In this ACC clash, the total has fallen two points to 48.5. Not certain I agree for these reasons. The average total score of a Virginia game is 47 total points, which means we are basically right there. The average total score of a Pittsburgh contest is 60.6. The Panthers concede over 32 PPG, thus, it is within reason to surmise the Cavaliers would score more than their average of 28 points and if they reach at least 30 or more, we should have an OVER play. My numbers project a low 50's outcome.

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Scott Rickenbach Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
CFL | Toronto vs Ottawa
Play on: OVER 48 -105

Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach CFL Game #651 Friday Free Pick OVER the total in Ottawa Redblacks vs Toronto Argonauts @ 7:30 ET - The Redblacks are already locked into post-season position. The Argonauts are already officially out of the post-season picture. The result here is a game in which neither team has anything to play for. As a result, I just don't expect to see a lot of defensive intensity here. As for the weather, the showers during the day are expected to be finished by time this one kicks off. It will be chilly of course but not brutally cold and winds will be light. That said, I look for both offenses to put up some solid points against defenses that just are not going to have a fire lit under them for this truly meaningless game. We have a low total to work with here considering each of the last 3 meetings have totaled over 50 points. Also, the over is 6-2 in Toronto's last 8 games. The over is 8-3 the last 11 times the Argos have been off a loss in divisional action. The over is 16-7 in the Redblacks last 23 Friday games. The result per all of the above? Plenty of points. Free Pick Friday on OVER the total in Ottawa in this match-up. Best of luck, Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach

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Dustin Hawkins Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Pittsburgh +7½ -110 at 5Dimes

Free Play on Pittsburgh +7½ -110

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Info Plays Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Virginia -7½ -105 at 5Dimes

1* Free Play on Virginia -7½ -105

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Marc Lawrence Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Pittsburgh +7½ -108 at betonline

Play - Pitt Panthers (Game 315).
Edges - Panthers: 3-1-1 ATS in this series; and 3-1-1 ATS as weekday road dogs … Cavaliers: 1-4 ATS weekday; and 1-4 ATS in the second of three straight home games … With the Panthers a half-game back of the Cavs for the top spot in the ACC Coastal division, we recommend a 1* play on Pittsburgh. Thank you and good luck as always.

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Mark Wilson Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
CFL | Toronto vs Ottawa
Play on: UNDER 48½ -110

Free Play on Toronto vs Ottawa under 48½ -110

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Brandon Lee Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Virginia -7½ -105 at 5Dimes

10* FREE NCAAF PICK (Virginia -7.5)
I'll take my chances with Virginia covering at home over Pittsburgh. I just think the atmosphere is going to be electric at Scott Stadium under the lights on Friday. Virginia is ranked in the Top 25 for the first time since 2011. I believe that home field edge along with how the Cavaliers matchup with Pitt, given them a really good shot at winning here by double-digits.
I just have a hard time trusting this Pittsburgh defense to make enough plays to keep them in the game. Sure they got the win last time out, but they let Duke quarterback, Daniel Jones, throw for 396 yards and 4 scores. They also let Deon Jackson rack up a school-record 403 all-purpose yards.
That’s not the first time the defense has been exposed. They gave up 568 yards and 45 points to UCF, 486 yards and 38 points to North Carolina and 37 points and 372 yards to Syracuse. The Panthers come into this game ranked 96th in the country against the run (185.5 ypg) and 94th against the pass (250.5 ypg).
I know Virginia’s offense is limited, but this is a defense they can have some fun against. Not to mention they will be able to play to their liking and really dominate the time of possession. If the defense does their job, this Pittsburgh defense could crumble in the 2nd half.
This is an ideal matchup for the Cavaliers defense, which is ranked 20th in the country against the run, giving up just 113.0 ypg. The Panthers’ offense relies heavily on their ability to run the football. Pittsburgh ranks 22nd in rushing (227.9 ypg) compared to 121st in passing (146.4 ypg). The run game hasn’t been nearly as effective on the road, where they only average 151 ypg and 4.6 yards/carry. With the energy the Virginia defense will get from the home crowd, hard to see them letting Pittsburgh run all over them.
It’s also worth noting that the Panthers are a mere 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games after playing a contest where the defense allowed 575 or more total yards. Virginia is 7-1 ATS in their last 8 and a perfect 5-0 ATS in their last 5 at home. Give me the Cavaliers -7.5!

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Steve Janus Nov 02 '18, 7:30 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Pittsburgh vs Virginia
Play on: Virginia -7½ -103 at 5Dimes

1* Free Sharp Play on Virginia -7½ -103
My money is on Virginia to cover the big spread at home against the Panthers. The Cavaliers are one of the big surprise teams of 2018, as no one thought Virginia would be leading the ACC Coastal in November. It started with that upset win at home over Miami. They then won 28-14 at Duke and beat UNC 31-21 at home. Pitt won last time out at home vs Duke 54-45. It's the 4th time in the last 5 games that the Panthers have allowed 37 or more points. Virginia will put up points at home and I don't know that Pitt will be able to have the kind of success needed to keep pace, as their strength is running the ball, which plays right into the hands of the Cavaliers defense. Bet Virginia -7.5!

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Dave Price Nov 02 '18, 7:35 PM in 4h
NBA | Rockets vs Nets
Play on: Nets +4½ -105 at Bovada

Dave’s Friday Free Play:
1* on Brooklyn Nets +4.5
The Key: The Houston Rockets just aren’t the same without James Harden. They are just 1-5 SU & 1-5 ATS this season, and Harden has missed the last few games. The results have not been good as they lost 3 straight home games to the Jazz (by 11), the Clippers (by 20) and the Blazers (by 19). They won’t magically get it together against the Nets tonight. They should not even be favored in this game. The Rockets are 3-15 ATS in their last 18 vs. NBA Atlantic Division teams. The Nets are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 vs. Western Conference games. The Nets are 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings. Take Brooklyn.

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Hunter Price Nov 02 '18, 8:00 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Western Kentucky vs Middle Tennessee State
Play on: Western Kentucky +14 -110 at sportsbook

1* Free Pick on Western Kentucky +14 -110

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Matt Josephs Nov 02 '18, 8:00 PM in 4h
NCAA-F | Western Kentucky vs Middle Tennessee State
Play on: Middle Tennessee State -13½ -105 at 5Dimes

This one should be a huge blowout with Western Kentucky being 1-7 this season. The Hilltoppers have struggled on defense and are averaging just 19.8 points per game. This team has lost two of their last three by 20 points or more with the third loss being the wild one against ODU. They have scored less then 20 points in four of their last six. MTSU has won two straight and four of their last five. They busted out last week against ODU winning 51-17 on the road. Brent Stockstill is still under center and he's been great for them. Quite simply, the Blue Raiders have the better offense and a good enough defense to hold WKU down. I think this one gets ugly.

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Jimmy Boyd Nov 02 '18, 8:05 PM in 4h
NBA | Pacers vs Bulls
Play on: UNDER 215 -105

1* Free Pick on Pacers/Bulls UNDER 215
I really like the value here with the UNDER in tonight's NBA action that has division rivals Chicago and Indiana facing off on the hardwood. The books just keep setting the number too high on both of these teams. UNDER has cashed in each of the Pacers last two games and is 4-2 in the Bulls last 6.
While everyone else is trying to play up-tempo and jack up a bunch of 3's. Indiana comes into this game dead last in pace and are only averaging 9 made 3-pointers per game, which is below average in today's game. Not only do the Pacers like to slow it down offensively, but they are one of the top teams in defensive efficiency. The ideal 1-2 punch for a low scoring game.
Chicago is a team that wants to run-and-gun, but they just don't have the pieces right now with all the injuries. The Bulls are playing without arguably their best player in Lauri Markkanen, as well as starting point guard Kris Dunn, top reserve Bobby Portis and Denzel Valentine. Chicago's been giving great effort on defense and should here at home against a division rival.
UNDER is 11-4 in the last 15 meetings between these two teams. It's also 4-0 in the Bulls last 4 off a SU loss and 15-6 in the Pacers last 21 off a SU win. Take the UNDER!

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John Martin Nov 02 '18, 9:05 PM in 5h
NBA | Grizzlies vs Jazz
Play on: UNDER 202 -105

1 Unit FREE PLAY on Grizzlies/Jazz UNDER 202
I like the UNDER tonight in this game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Utah Jazz Friday. They always seem to play in low-scoring games when they get together, and this should be no different. The Grizzlies beat the Jazz 92-84 in their lone meeting this season on October 22nd for 176 combined points. And these teams have combined for 201 or fewer points in 25 of their last 26 meetings. Add in the fact that Utah’s top scorer Donovan Mitchell is out, as is fellow guard Alec Burks, and we have ample reason to play the UNDER in this game tonight. Give me the UNDER.

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Mike Williams Nov 02 '18, 10:30 PM in 7h
NCAA-F | Colorado vs Arizona
Play on: Colorado +2½ +106 at GTBets

1* on Colorado +2½ +106

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Kenny Walker Nov 02 '18, 10:30 PM in 7h
NCAA-F | Colorado vs Arizona
Play on: Colorado +3½ -115 at sportsbook

Free Pick on Colorado

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Jack Jones Nov 02 '18, 10:35 PM in 7h
NBA | Wolves vs Warriors
Play on: Wolves +11 -105 at Bovada

Jack’s Free Pick Friday: Minnesota Timberwolves +11
The Minnesota Timberwolves are simply catching too many points here tonight against the Golden State Warriors. They Warriors are getting too much respect from oddsmakers in this one after going 6-0 SU & 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall coming in.
The Timberwolves rested Jimmy Butler last game against the Jazz to have him at full strength for this game against the Warriors. The Timberwolves actually pulled off the 128-125 upset as 7-point underdogs thanks to a career high 50 points from Derrick Rose. It was one of the best stories of the young season.
I think that performance by Rose will bring this team closer together. They were obviously strained with the Butler trade talks, but Butler has been taking it out on the rest of the league, playing as well as he ever has. And now Andrew Wiggins is back healthy for the first time this season to go along with Karl-Anthony Towns. I think this team is underrated right now.
Plays on underdogs of 10 or more points (Minnesota) - after allowing 55 points or more in the first half of two straight games against an opponent that scores 120 points or more last game are 26-7 (78.8%) ATS over the last five seasons. Minnesota is 9-3-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings. Bet the Timberwolves Friday.

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Golden Lock Sports NCAA Football COLORADO BUFFALOES/ARIZONA WILDCATS o57

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Team Underground NCAA Football COLORADO BUFFALOES +3 ‑125

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R and R Totals NCAA Football COLORADO BUFFALOES/ARIZONA WILDCATS ‑105 u57

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LPW Sports Forecast NHL WINNIPEG JETS ‑135

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Mikey Sports NCAA Football ARIZONA WILDCATS ‑2.5

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Pure Lock NCAA Football MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE BLUE RAIDERS ‑13.5 ‑105

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DONNY ACTION NHL COLORADO AVALANCHE/VANCOUVER CANUCKS o6

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Top Shelf Sports Pick NHL WINNIPEG JETS ‑135

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Tommy Brunson

Up to this point in the season, Colorado has played Under the total in 6 of their 8 games played, while Arizona has been Under the posted price in 7 of their 9 games contested.

Based on those stats, one could stop there and say "Under is the play!", but you would be wrong.

The Buffaloes just played their second Over of the season when they blew a 31-3 lead at home against Oregon State, while the Wildcats are fresh off a 44 point eruption in their win last week over Oregon.

I can see the offense carrying over tonight in Tucson as the Buffs and Cats rush Over the total.

Series meetings between these Pacific 12 schools have seen 3 straight and 6 of the last 7 land Over the total.

Late night shoot-out in 'Zona tonight as the Buffaloes and the Wildcats soar Over the total.

3* COLORADO-ARIZONA OVER

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Ray Chadwick

Friday's comp play on the Over in the Rockets-Nets meeting in Brooklyn.

Houston remains an enigma - 1-5 on the season, James Harden still ailing - and they are fresh off their lowest output in a long time, as they netted a measly 85 points in their home loss to Portland last time out.

Even with that Under, the Rockets are 4-2 Over the total for the season, and I would think Houston is ready to just go "balls to the wall" tonight in an effort to muster points.

Brooklyn just landed Over the total in their last game at home in overtime versus the Pistons, as the Nets have climbed into the Over column in 3 of their last 4 on the young season.

A look at series history shows 3 in a row, and 4 of the last 5 series meetings landing Over the total, and the Over is on a 4-0 run the last 4 played between the teams at the Barclays Center.

About time Houston shows some offense.

Rockets-Nets Over for Friday.

3* HOUSTON-BROOKLYN OVER

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Jack Brayman

Two four-win teams take center court at Vivint Smart Home Arena, and I'm going to lay the chalk with the Utah Jazz to get it done over the Memphis Grizzlies in revenge for Oct. 22.

The Grizzlies rolled into Vivint and stole a 92-84 victory over Utah, which at the time secured season highs in total rebounds (50) and blocks (6).

Last year the Jazz - wwho hold a 30-13 all-time record at home against Memphis - swept the season series, so they'll be hungry to get this victory after losing the first meeting.

The Jazz return after a rugged four-game trip that saw them win the first three and drop the finale in Minneapolis, where Derrick Rose went off, and then got emotional.

Now back home, I expect that treacherous foursome of Joe Ingles, Derrick Favors, Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell to light up the scoreboard and celebrate on a Friday night with the home crowd.

Ingles, who ranks third in the Jazz record books for 3-point field goal percentage (.416), just scored a career-best 27 thanks to a career-high seven 3s made against Golden State late last month. All I know is that boy can ball, and I trust his shot tonight, as he'll be eager to be playing on his home court.

And we all know what Mitchell is capable of, electrifying crowds with his highlight dunks, while sparking his team at any given moment.

Play the Jazz, who have held Memphis to less than 100 the last four meetings, and should win this one by double digits.

2* JAZZ

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Trace Adams

Comp play for Friday night comes in hoops.

I say lay the wood with the Warriors as they take care of matters against the Timberwolves.

The Jimmy Butler saga continues to drag on in Minny, but he is expected to suit up for tonight's clash against the Dubs.

The other big story for the visitors is former MVP Derrick Rose who took a page from yesteryear to score 50 in a home win over Utah. I seriously doubt he reaches into the "wayback machine" again tonight in Oakland.

The Rose "feel-good" story is all fine and dandy, but let's not forget that the Warriors have some things percolating as well. Klay Thompson netting a NBA record 14 three-pointers earlier in the week, and the fact that Steve Kerr's team appears to be on auto-pilot with wins in 8 of their first 9 this year.

Not only have they won 8 of their first 9, but the Dubs have made good at the ticket window in 5 of their last 6, with 4 straight covers when favored by double-digits.

Warriors just too good tonight.

Golden State by at least 15 points.

4* GOLDEN STATE

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Chris Jordan

I love the Golden State Warriors to crush the Timberwolves here, as there is no comparison, thanks to a couple of contributing factors.

First of all, I point to the Oakland Raiders, who are draining all the emotion from that city and leaving sports fans in disarray. After last night's joke of a performance - anyone who is anyone in Las Vegas knows what Jon Gruden is doing, just read one or two articles - the Warriors are left to re-energize the crowd and uplift the city, again.

I watched this team courtside against the Los Angeles Lakers last month, in an exhibition game. It lost. But what was important to notice from this team is the camaraderie (my second point of emphasis). The Warriors have so much fun together, and have such good chemistry, it's amazing.

From Steph, to KD, to Dray, to Klay... down the line. This team is a family, and it knows how to win. The players play for one another.

Unlike, uhm, Butler.

And since the Warriors are scoring an average of 134.4 points per game in their last five outings, and the Timberwolves have allowed an average of 121.3 on the road this season, I don't see this being a productive stop for Minnesota.

During its current six-game win streak, Golden State has beaten foes by an average of 18.5 points per contest. Tonight, the Warriors will have no mercy in reminding Oakland it has them to cheer for...

... until they move to San Francisco.

Lay the chalk.

3* WARRIORS

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Tony Brown

Tonys *5 NBA Free play

LA Clippers vs. Orlando, 11/02/2018 19:00 EDT

Total: -115/+217 Under

Sportsbook:
Bodog

Fp: second night of a back to back for la on the road they may have a bit of fatiuge and the magic havent been lighting up the score board this season 218 to beat us will be a chore making the under my nba top play !

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Rob Vinceletti

RV: Friday Comp play

Houston vs. Brooklyn, 11/02/2018 19:30 EDT

Point Spread: -3/-110 Houston

Sportsbook:
PinnacleSports

Friday card has a rare 6* highest rated play in the NBA, The first one this season, we also have the 13-1 Late night 5* PAC 12 Bailout system play in College Football. NBA Comp play below

The NBA Comp play for Friday is on the Houston Rockets at 7:30 eastern. The Rockets have covered 20 of 28 the past 2 season in November games and are 62-12 vs losing teams long term. Brooklyn has lost the last 4 in this series and the home teams has failed to cover 6 of 8. For our system play. We want to play on road favorites with rest that failed to cover as a home favorite and scored 90 or less points vs an opponent that scored 110 or more as a home favorite like the Nets. These road teams cover 85% since 1995. Look for the Rockets to get it done. On Friday a rare Highest rated 6* headlines the NBA Card backed with a 100% perfect league wide system and solid stat indicators. Later on we have the 5* PAC 12 Bailout system play. For the Friday free pick. Play on Houston. RV- GC Sports

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Chip Chirimbes

Chip's FREE NBA Winner

Houston vs. Brooklyn, 11/02/2018 19:30 EDT

Point Spread: +4½/-115 Brooklyn

Sportsbook:
Bodog

Houston at Brooklyn 7:30 ET
Nets over Rockets- When looking at things now it is difficult to get a grasp the fact that Houston had the best record in the NBA last season and is now 1-5 both straight-up and ATS to start the season. The joke to me is that the Rockets organization actually thought that the addition of Carmelo Anthony who has yet to be a winner. James Harden and Chris (Over-rated) Paul have been injured as Houston has lost their mojo (D'Antoni says that they have lost their swagger). The Nets are much improved and are 2-1 at home and will pick up the victory here. Take BROOKLYN!

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Mike Wynn

Free Play: Free Houston -3 Over Brooklyn

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Free Selection from Jim Feist

Jim Feist's Comp Pick, Friday, November 2, 2018



11/02 04:05 PM PT / 7:05 PM ET

NBA (701) LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS (702) ORLANDO MAGIC

Take: (701) LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS

Reason: Your free play for Friday, November 2, 2018 is in the NBA scheduled contest between the LA Clippers and the Orlando Magic. Your free play is on the Clippers.

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Jeff Allen Sports

Friday's Free Selection is on the Toronto Raptors

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Razor Sharp

YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR FRIDAY: NEW YORK +6 over Dallas

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Totals4U

Friday's Free Selection: Houston Rockets/Brooklyn Nets over 216 1/2

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John Anthony Sports

Friday's Free Selection: Orlando Magic + 2

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Atlantic Sports

Friday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: Indiana Pacers - 7

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#1 Sports

Friday's Free Selection: Toronto Raptors - 11

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Easy Money Sports

Lee's Friday Free Selection Is

Chicago +7

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Nevada Sharpshooter

Your free winner for Friday: Take CHICAGO +7 over Indiana

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Huddle Up Sports

Free Play: LA Clippers -1'

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Hawkeye Sports

Friday's Free Pick: Colorado Avalanche - 120

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Golden Dragon Sports

FREE WINNER for Friday

Houston/Brooklyn over 216

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Arthur Ralph Sports

FREE play FRI: Pacers -7

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Teyas Sports

FREE PICK 11/2 CFB PENNSYLVANIA PK

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Platinum Plays

Free Pick the Brooklyn Nets +3 over Houston

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The Vegas Steam Line

Your free winner for Friday: Take CHICAGO/INDIANA OVER the total of 215

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High Stakes Syndicate

Free Selection for Friday: Ottawa Redblacks - 7 1/2 (CFL)

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Kenny Towers

FREE PLAY FOR FRIDAY - HOUSTON/BROOKLYN OVER 215½

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Sharp Bettor

SharpBettor FREE Play for Friday, November 2, 2018

11/02 05:05 PM NBA (705) OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS (706) WASHINGTON WIZARDS

Take: Wizards

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Free Selection from Roz Wins

Roz's Friday, November 2, 2018, Free Pick



11/02 04:05 PM NBA (701) LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS (702) ORLANDO MAGIC

Take : Clippers

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The Last Call

Friday's Free Play: Memphis Grizzlies + 7 1/2