11-19-12

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THE GOLDSHEET

★★★★★★KEY RELEASES★★★★★★
NCAAB- SOUTHERN CAL by 13 over Illinois (Mon., Nov. 19)
NBA- "UNDER" the TOTAL ORLANDO at ATLANTA (Mon., Nov. 19)
NBA- UTAH by 16 over Houston (Monday, Nov. 19)
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★★★★★★GOLDSHEET MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL★★★★★★
*SAN FRANCISCO 20 - Chicago 13— Literally a guessing game for TGS
handicappers at our deadline, with starting QBs FOR EACH TEAM going down
on Sunday with concussions after ugly-looking hits. But, if it this turns out to be
a battle of the backups, prefer to side with S.F.’s Colin Kaepernick, even vs. the
takeaway-producing Chicago defense. First, Kaepernick has valuable mobility,
and, second, he has better coaching, with former Bear QB Jim Harbaugh in his
headset with key advice. Whatever the QB matchup, the Niners have better
balance on offense and more ways to score—as long as they take care of the ball
and properly restrain the electric Devin Hester on returns. CABLE TV—ESPN



★★★★★★LATE NIGHT KEY RELEASE★★★★★★
UTAH 111 - Houston 95—Home-court edge has certainly meant
something this season to Utah, winning and covering handily (win margin 14
ppg) first three at Salt Lake City, where Jazz also routed Houston by 21 last
season. It’s a different looking Rockets team these days after an offseason
housecleaning, but the early spark of James Harden’s arrival has worn off the
past two weeks, as Houston only 2-4 SU and vs. line last six thru Nov. 15 since
quick break from gate, and HC Kevin McHale’s leave of absence to deal with a
family matter is hardly positive news. Prefer Jazz and the home cooking that
has made it so tough to beat Utah at EnergySolutions Arena.

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Lee Sterling from Charlotte radio:

San Fran

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NFL's Biggest Betting Mismatches: Week 11
by Jason Logan

Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers (-4, 39)

Bears’ returner Devin Hester vs. Niners’ poor kick coverage

Who needs a starting QB when you have Devin Hester returning kicks? Granted, the Bears' dynamic return man hasn’t been leaving would-be tacklers in the dust, slowed by injury this season, but we’re talking about the greatest returner in NFL history. And, we’re talking about Monday Night Football. Hester shines in the national spotlight, saving his biggest runs for the biggest stage.

San Francisco is drum tight on defense, ranking among the Top 10 in all major statistical categories. The one spot in which the Niners leak is on kick and punt returns. The 49ers are allowing foes to average 28.8 yards per kickoff return (second worst in the NFL) and 9.6 yards per punt return including a TD in Week 1. On top of those dismal numbers, San Francisco was psyched out by two fake punts against St. Louis last week.

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NFL Poolies Betting Cheat Sheet: Week 11

Check out our NFL poolies' cheat sheet for all your football wagering needs in condensed form. Quick-hitting betting notes on all of Week 11's action.

Chicago at San Francisco (OFF)

Off-field news has dominated the headlines leading up to this Monday night clash. Quarterbacks Alex Smith and Jay Cutler were each knocked out of their respective games last week with concussions and on Thursday news broke that 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh was undergoing a minor procedure for an irregular heartbeat. Sportsbooks have been keeping their lines off the board, waiting for an update on the extent of the injuries to both starting QBs before making a decision. Cutler was officially ruled out of action by the team Friday afternoon, which means Jason Campbell will be under center. San Francisco and Chicago rank 1-2 in the league in fewest points allowed with 14.1 and 14.8, respectively. The Bears are 4-1 ATS in their last five road games.

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SF

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Mighty Quinn

SF 49ers

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Monday Night Football: Bears at 49ers

Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers (-7, 37)

Monday's night's marquee matchup between the host San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears hardly lacked for storylines, pitting a pair of legitimate Super Bowl contenders featuring two of the top defenses in the league. However, it's the off-field news that has dominated the headlines leading into the encounter between the division leaders of the NFC West and North. Quarterbacks Alex Smith and Jay Cutler were each knocked out of last week's game with concussions, and on Thursday came the news that 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh was undergoing a minor procedure for an irregular heartbeat.

Harbaugh, according to the team, was expected back at the team's facility Friday. ESPN reported that he made a brief appearance at practice Thursday and was sent home upon the recommendation of team doctors. Smith was given the green-light to practice on a limited basis Wednesday and Thursday wearing a no-contact jersey but still must be medically cleared to play. Cutler did not practice this week and will give way to backup Jason Campbell.

TV: 8:30 p.m. ET, ESPN.

LINE: 49ers -7, O/U 37.

WEATHER: Forecasts are calling for temperatures in the mid-50s with under partly cloudy skies. Winds will blow out of the south at 9 mph.

ABOUT THE BEARS (7-2): Last season, Cutler had directed the Bears to five straight wins and a 7-3 record before suffering a broken thumb. The Bears went on to lose five straight with untested Caleb Hanie and retread Josh McCown under center. That's the main reason Chicago upgraded its backup plan by signing Campbell. The former Oakland Raiders QB was 11-for-19 for 94 yards in the second half of last week's 13-6 home loss to Houston. Running backs Matt Forte and Michael Bush may get a heavier workload against a defense that has suddenly been more vulnerable against the run, allowing a pair of 100-yard rushers. Brandon Marshall has 51 catches and six touchdowns in the last six games, and Chicago will again lean on a defense that has a league-high 19 interceptions, including seven for TDs.

ABOUT THE 49ERS (6-2-1): San Francisco would be in a tie with Chicago for the second-best record in the NFC had David Akers converted a 41-yard field goal in overtime in last week's 24-24 tie with St. Louis. The 49ers also benefited from two penalties in OT that prevented the Rams from winning. One big positive for the Niners was the play of second-year QB Colin Kaepernick after Smith was forced to leave the game with blurred vision. Kaepernick guided San Francisco to 17 fourth-quarter points, completing 11 of 17 passes for 117 yards and running for 66 yards and a touchdown on eight carries. Frank Gore just missed his fourth 100-yard game, rushing for 97 yards and a TD, and Michael Crabtree had five catches for 70 yards and his third scoring reception in two games.

TRENDS:

* Bears are 4-1 ATS in their last five road games.
* 49ers are 1-4 ATS in their last five vs. NFC foes.
* Home team is 5-1 ATS in their last six meetings.
* Under is 5-0-1 in 49ers’ last six vs. a team with a winning record.

EXTRA POINTS:

1. San Francisco and Chicago rank 1-2 in the league in fewest points allowed with 14.1 and 14.8, respectively.

2. Campbell, a first-round pick of Washington in 2005, has made 70 career starts. He has thrown for 74 TDs and 50 interceptions.

3. The teams last met in San Francisco in November 2009, with the 49ers intercepting Cutler five times in a 10-6 victory. The 49ers have also won all three postseason meetings.

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Tale of the tape: Bears at 49ers

Take a quick glance at the tale of the tape for Monday night’s showdown between the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers

Offense

Bears QB Jay Cutler (concussion) did not practice this week and will give way to backup Jason Campbell. So, RBs Matt Forte and Michael Bush may get a heavier workload against a San Francisco defense that has suddenly been more vulnerable against the run. No. 1 WR Brandon Marshall has 51 catches and six touchdowns in the last six games

Niners’ QB Alex Smith (concussion) is questionable and has practiced in a limited fashion throughout the week. If he can’t suit up, backup Colin Kaepernick will be under center. Kaepernick guided San Francisco to 17 fourth-quarter points last week against the Rams in relief of Smith, completing 11 of 17 passes for 117 yards while rushing for 66 yards and a touchdown on eight carries. San Francisco boasts the top-rated rushing offense in the league at 170.2 yards per game for an average of 5.6 yards per carry.

Edge: 49ers

Defense

San Francisco and Chicago rank 1-2 in the league in fewest points allowed with 14.1 and 14.8, respectively. Chicago will lean on a defense that has a league-high 19 interceptions, including seven for TDs. The Bears’ stop unit is also the fourth-best at stopping the run. The Niners are fifth defending the pass and through nine games, San Francisco has given up just 292.1 yards per game.

Edge: Bears

Special teams

Bears punter Adam Podlesh has been in a slump, prompting special teams coordinator Dave Toub to bring in three punters for tryouts this week. Podlesh ranks 30th in the league in punting average (41.7). Devin Hester hasn’t been leaving would-be tacklers in the dust, slowed by injury this season, but he's still the greatest returner in NFL history.

David Akers missed a field goal that would have won the game for the Niners in overtime last week. The Rams also succeeded in converting two fake punts against San Francisco. The second fake came on the Rams final drive of regulation, which resulted in a touchdown and a St. Louis lead. The 49ers are allowing foes to average 28.8 yards per kickoff return (second worst in the NFL) and 9.6 yards per punt return including a TD in Week 1.

Edge: Bears

Word on the street

"I don't think so. They're kind of similar quarterbacks, strong armed guys, athletic. He's been experienced. He's played in the league a long time as a starter, both in Washington and Oakland. So, I really don't think their offense will change that much." - San Francisco defensive coordinator Vic Fangio on if the Chicago offense changes much with Jason Campbell in instead of Jay Cutler.

"We didn’t handle last year well...Of course, it’s documented we didn’t. That’s why we went out and we felt like we’ve upgraded the position. I know the guys have a lot of confidence in Jason. He’s played a lot of football, started a lot of games, so yeah, we’re hopeful. That’s why we can’t wait to get to this game. Injuries do happen, and we’ll see exactly where we are, but we think we’re going to be OK." - Bears coach Lovie Smith on the team's struggles last season when Cutler fell to injury and his starter Monday, Jason Campbell.

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NCAAB Game of the Day: UCLA vs. Georgetown

UCLA at Georgetown (Odds currently N/A)

After sitting out three games due to NCAA violations, highly touted UCLA freshman Shabazz Muhammad will make his much anticipated debut against Georgetown in the Legends Classic at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. The 6-6 guard, ranked among the top recruits in the nation, was reinstated Friday by the NCAA after hearing an appeal from the Bruins. Georgetown could also be at full strength if sophomore forward Otto Porter Jr. returns from a concussion that kept him out of Wednesday’s 68-59 win over Liberty. The winner of the UCLA-Georgetown game faces the winner of the other semifinal between No. 1 Indiana and Georgia on Tuesday. The losing team will play in Tuesday's consolation game.

TV: 8 p.m. ET, ESPN2.

ABOUT GEORGETOWN (2-0): Sophomore forward Greg Whittington scored 18 points and grabbed nine rebounds against Liberty, but it wasn’t a dominating effort for the Hoyas. Georgetown appeared unfocused in the second half, which could be expected considering the team’s youth. Georgetown’s roster doesn’t include a single senior and features 10 freshmen and sophomores. Freshman guard D’Vauntes Smith-Rivera averages a team-high 15 points, while Whittington has 24 rebounds through two games. Porter, a preseason All-Big East first-team selection, averaged 9.7 points and 6.8 rebounds last season.

ABOUT NO. 14 UCLA (3-0): With Muhammad’s eligibility drama behind them, the Bruins look to build on a promising start. Sophomore guard Norman Powell scored a career-high 27 points in a 110-70 win over James Madison on Thursday, and guard Jordan Adams is the first freshman in UCLA history to record at least 20 points in each of his first three college games. Adams is averaging 24 points, while senior point guard Larry Drew II has 25 assists through three games. Freshman guard Kyle Anderson is averaging a team-high 7.9 rebounds.

TRENDS:

* Bruins are 1-5 ATS in their last six neutral site games.
* Hoyas are 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a win.
* Under is 4-1 in Hoyas’ last five overall.
* Over is 13-3 in Bruins’ last 16 neutral site games.

TIP-INS:

1. UCLA junior guard Tyler Lamb is listed as a gametime decision after missing the last two contests with a swollen knee.

2. Georgetown has been outscored in the second half of its first two games by seven points after outscoring opponents 68-46 in the first half.

3. UCLA won both previous meetings against Georgetown, in 2001 and 2003.

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Bank Shots: NBA Betting News and Notes

Each week, we look back on the NBA betting scene and give you the best –and worst – basketball bets, as well as some spots to keep an eye on with the upcoming schedule.

Hottest ATS team

Memphis Grizzlies (8-1 SU, 8-1 ATS)

There’s no team hotter ATS than the Griz, who have covered in eight straight games. Even more impressive is Memphis’ recent string of three consecutive covers against New York, Oklahoma City and Miami. The Grizzlies begin a five-game homestand Monday when they welcome Denver and will put their perfect 4-0 ATS home record on the line.

Coldest ATS team

Phoenix Suns (4-7 SU, 2-9 ATS)

The Suns have had a tough schedule to open the season and that’s reflected in their SU and ATS records. Phoenix blew covers against the Heat, Lakers and Bulls this week but gets some much needed time off to regroup before hosting Portland on Wednesday.

Hottest OVER Bet

Phoenix Suns (4-7 SU, 7-4 over/under)

The Suns have the second-worst defense in the league (104.3 ppg) and rank 14th in offense (98.3 ppg) - a major reason why they’ve been playing over the total early in the season. Phoenix is allowing its opponents to shoot 47.8 percent from the field and 43.2 percent from 3-point range, both close to league-worst marks.

Hottest UNDER Bet

Indiana Pacers (4-6 SU, 2-8 over/under)

The Pacers have played under the total in four consecutive games against Dallas, Milwaukee, Toronto and Washington. The combination of having the best defense in the league (90.3 ppg) and one of the worst offenses (89.3 ppg) has made Indiana a profitable under bet. David West leads the team in scoring, averaging only 15 points per game. With Danny Granger (knee) out for an extended period of time, the Pacers’ scoring woes are likely to continue.

Scouting the schedule

-The Brooklyn Nets (3-2-2 ATS) head west for a three-game set that begins Sunday in Sacramento, followed by dates with the Lakers and Golden State this week. The Nets then return home for two tough contests with the Clippers and Blazers.

-The Atlanta Hawks (3-5 ATS) have a chance to gain some serious momentum in the next three weeks. They play seven of their next eight games at home, including two dates with the lowly Wizards. Only one of Atlanta’s next eight opponents (Clippers) currently has a winning record.

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NBA

Hot Teams
-- Bucks won six of first eight games (1-0 as AF). Charlotte won three of last four games (2-2 as HU).
-- Memphis won/covered its last eight games (3-0 as HF).
-- San Antonio won eight of first 10 games (3-1-1 as HF). Clippers won/covered their last five games.
-- Utah is 3-0 as home favorite, winning by 19-9-13 points.

Cold Teams
-- Washington is 0-8 SU, 1-2 as home dog, but 4-3 vs spread in last seven games. Pacers lost six of last eight games, covered one of last five.
-- Hawks covered twice in last eight games (0-2 as HF). Orlando lost six of last seven games (1-4-1 vs spread in last six).
-- Nuggets lost last three games, by 10-5-26 points.
-- Dallas lost four of last six games (2-1 as HF). Warriors lost three of last four road games (2-1-2 as AU).
-- Rockets lost six of last eight games (2-2-1 as AU).

Totals
-- Under is 5-2-1 in Washington games, 7-1 in last eight Pacer games.
-- Last four Charlotte games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 4-1-1 in last six Orlando games, 5-1 in last six Hawk games. .
-- Three of last four Denver games went over total.
-- Five of last six Dallas games stayed under. Six of last nine Golden State games went over total.
-- Four of last five Clipper games stayed under total; three of Spurs' last four games went over.
-- Last four Houston games went over the total.

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Cbb

-- Milwaukee upset Davidson at home Saturday, after losing first road game in OT at South Carolina; Panthers shot40.4% behind arc in first three games. Ark-Little Rock lost last two games by 18-40 points; they scored 52 points both games. Horizon road favorites are 2-4 vs spread.
-- Long Beach State lost by 18 at USC, 15 to North Carolina after being down 1 at half; they're shooting 26.7% behind arc, 37.9% inside it- they overscheduled again. Arizona won its first two games by 9-21 points. Pac-12 home favorites of 15+ points are 2-6 vs spread.
-- Cal Poly won 65-46 at Fresno LY; Mustangs split first couple games this year, beating Northern Colorado by 11 in only home. Cal Poly shot 28% from arc in first two games. Fresno State won last two games by 9-5 points, after losing opener by a hoop at Texas.
-- Iona lost in OT to Quinnipiac Friday, then crushed Wake Forest (up 35 in first half) Saturday; Gaels are shooting 44% behind arc, have guard who started at Arizona. Ill-Chicago lost to New Mexico by 7, allowed 52-36 points in its two wins. MAAC favorites are 3-0-1 vs spread.

-- Marquette allowed 58 ppg in beating couple stiffs to start year; they have 3 starters back from 27-8 team. Butler lost by 15 at Xavier in last game Tuesday. Big East single digit favorites are 5-5; neutral court faves are 4-5. Atlantic 16 road underdogs are 3-7 against the spread.
-- Mississippi State is awful, gutted by transfer/injury; they lost by 3 at Troy State, beat FAU by 20. North Carolina won by 15 at Long Beach, but was only up a point at half. ACC favorites are 14-5 vs spread, 5-2 on road. SEC underdogs are 2-4 against the spread.
-- Illinois won by point at Hawai'i Friday, so they've been on islands for while; they're shooting 41% behind arc, 59.6% from foul line. Go figure. USC beat Long Beach by 18 at home; they've replenished their roster after LY's debacle. Pac-12 teams are 6-4 vs spread away from home; Big Dozen teams are 3-6.
-- South Alabama won at Florida State 10 days ago, has beaten one stiff since; Jaguars made 60% from arc in first two games. Tennessee State is 0-3 vs three top 70 teams, losing by 15-7-29 points; Tigers start three seniors and junior. OVC teams are 8-6 when spread is in single digits.
-- UConn beat Quinnipiac in OT last night, making 39-45 on foul line; their three starting guards all played 41+ minutes. New Mexico won its game by point; they had two starters play 38+ minutes. Big East teams are 6-5 when spread is less than 5. Mountain West teams are 0-4.

-- Georgia lost to Youngstown by 12, Southern Miss by 2, both at home which isn't good now that they're playing #1 team in country on neutral floor. Indiana beat three stiffs by 43-26-54 points; Big Dozen favorites are 10-6 against the spread. SEC underdogs are 2-4 vs spread.
-- UCLA's prize recruit Muhammad is finally eligible; Bruins won first three games without him, beat Irvine in OT, winning other two by 27-30 points. Georgetown is 2-0, allowing 57 ppg vs two stiffs. Game in NYC is Big East country. Pac-12 road teams are 6-4 against the spread.
-- Washington State lost in OT at Pepperdine last game, after whacking pair of stiffs, now they play Kansas in KC, genuine road game. Coogs are playing slow pace, getting good shots (58% inside arc). Kansas was down double digits at home to Chattanooga, wound up winning by 14; they also lost to Michigan State by 3 on neutral floor.
-- Texas A&M allowed 61 ppg in winning first three games by 12-18-22 points over stiffs; Aggies are shooting 39.6% behind arc, but start couple freshmen. Saint Louis is expected to be very good but Majerus is sick, can't coach. Billikens got upset at home by Santa Clara in last game.

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Monday... In College Hoops take Chaminade +18 over Texas

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NCAA Basketball Picks

Butler vs. Marquette

The Bulldogs look to build on their 18-3 ATS record in their last 21 neutral site games. Butler is the pick (+4) according to Dunkel, which has the game Even. Dunkel Pick: Butler (+4). Here are all of today's games.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Time Posted: 7:00 a.m. EST

Game 515-516: WI-Milwaukee at Arkansas-Little Rock (8:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: WI-Milwaukee 51.904; Arkansas-Little Rock 52.931 Dunkel Line: WI-Milwaukee by 1 Vegas Line: WI-Milwaukee by 3 Dunkel Pick: Arkansas-Little Rock (+3)

Game 517-518: Long Beach State at Arizona (9:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Long Beach State 49.941; Arizona 69.210 Dunkel Line: Arizona by 19 1/2 Vegas Line: Arizona by 17 Dunkel Pick: Arizona (-17)

Game 519-520: Fresno State at Cal Poly (10:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Fresno State 53.274; Cal Poly 57.010 Dunkel Line: Cal Poly by 3 1/2 Vegas Line: Cal Poly by 2 Dunkel Pick: Cal Poly (-2)

Game 521-522: Mercer vs. Wake Forest (2:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Dunkel Line: Vegas Line: Dunkel Pick:

Game 523-524: Illinois-Chicago vs. Iona (5:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Dunkel Line: Vegas Line: Dunkel Pick:

Game 525-526: George Mason vs. Quinnipiac (7:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Dunkel Line: Vegas Line: Dunkel Pick:

Game 527-528: New Mexico vs. Connecticut (10:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Dunkel Line: Vegas Line: Dunkel Pick:

Game 529-530: Butler vs. Marquette (3:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Butler 62.040; Marquette 62.465 Dunkel Line: Even; 137 Vegas Line: Marquette by 4; 132 Dunkel Pick: Butler (+4); Over

Game 531-532: Mississippi State vs. North Carolina (6:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Mississippi State 55.699; North Carolina 75.667 Dunkel Line: North Carolina by 20; 145 Vegas Line: North Carolina by 17 1/2; 141 Dunkel Pick: North Carolina (-17 1/2); Over

Game 533-534: Texas vs. Chaminade (7:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Texas 64.602; Chaminade 43.513 Dunkel Line: Texas by 21; 136 Vegas Line: Texas by 17 1/2; 140 Dunkel Pick: Texas (-17 1/2); Under

Game 535-536: USC vs. Illinois (12:00 a.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: USC 62.001; Illinois 59.677 Dunkel Line: USC by 2 1/2; 118 Vegas Line: Pick; 120 1/2 Dunkel Pick: USC; Under

Game 537-538: Tennessee State vs. South Alabama (4:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Tennessee State 51.479; South Alabama 56.045 Dunkel Line: South Alabama by 4 1/2 Vegas Line: South Alabama by 3 1/2 Dunkel Pick: South Alabama (-3 1/2)

Game 539-540: Monmouth at Georgia State (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Monmouth 51.596; Georgia State 58.987 Dunkel Line: Georgia State by 7 1/2 Vegas Line: Georgia State by 9 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Monmouth (+9 1/2)

Game 541-542: SE Missouri State vs. Louisiana Tech (4:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Dunkel Line: Vegas Line: Dunkel Pick:

Game 543-544: Troy vs. Chattanooga (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Dunkel Line: Vegas Line: Dunkel Pick:

Game 545-546: Youngstown State vs. North Dakota State (4:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Youngstown State 53.401; North Dakota State 56.260 Dunkel Line: North Dakota State by 3 Vegas Line: North Dakota State by 1 Dunkel Pick: North Dakota State (-1)

Game 547-548: James Madison vs. Duquesne (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: James Madison 48.394; Duquesne 51.650 Dunkel Line: Duquesne by 2 1/2 Vegas Line: Duquesne by 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: James Madison (+5 1/2)

Game 549-550: Georgia vs. Indiana (5:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Georgia 57.699; Indiana 75.235 Dunkel Line: Indiana by 17 1/2; 138 Vegas Line: Indiana by 20 1/2; 134 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Georgia (+20 1/2); Over

Game 551-552: UCLA vs. Georgetown (8:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: UCLA 72.864; Georgetown 64.207 Dunkel Line: UCLA by 8 1/2; 127 Vegas Line: UCLA by 6 1/2; 131 Dunkel Pick: UCLA (-6 1/2); Under

Game 553-554: Liberty vs. UC-Irvine (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Liberty 45.410; UC-Irvine 54.693 Dunkel Line: UC-Irvine by 9 1/2 Vegas Line: UC-Irvine by 12 Dunkel Pick: Liberty (+12)

Game 555-556: Southern Mississippi at Sam Houston State (8:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Southern Mississippi 53.489; Sam Houston State 49.647 Dunkel Line: Southern Mississippi by 4 Vegas Line: Southern Mississippi by 6 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Sam Houston State (+6 1/2)

Game 557-558: Texas A&M vs. St. Louis (7:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Texas A&M 61.564; St. Louis 61.995 Dunkel Line: Even; 137 Vegas Line: St. Louis by 1 1/2; 123 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Texas A&M (+1 1/2); Over

Game 559-560: Washington State vs. Kansas (10:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Washington State 61.768; Kansas 76.809 Dunkel Line: Kansas by 15 Vegas Line: Kansas by 12 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Kansas (-12 1/2)

Game 561-562: IUPUI at North Texas (4:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: IUPUI 52.117; North Texas 58.373 Dunkel Line: North Texas by 6 1/2 Vegas Line: North Texas by 9 1/2 Dunkel Pick: IUPUI (+9 1/2)

Game 563-564: Lamar at Virginia (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Lamar 50.035; Virginia 68.136 Dunkel Line: Virginia by 18 Vegas Line: Virginia by 16 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Virginia (-16 1/2)

Game 565-566: Alabama-Huntsville at Cleveland State (5:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Alabama-Huntsville 48.051; Cleveland State 63.258 Dunkel Line: Cleveland State by 15 Vegas Line: No Line Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 567-568: Bowling Green at Robert Morris (7:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Bowling Green 51.039; Robert Morris 57.765 Dunkel Line: Robert Morris by 6 1/2 Vegas Line: Robert Morris by 8 Dunkel Pick: Bowling Green (+8)

Game 569-570: Fordham at Pennsylvania (6:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Fordham 48.046; Pennsylvania 51.989 Dunkel Line: Pennsylvania by 4 Vegas Line: Pennsylvania by 6 Dunkel Pick: Fordham (+6)

Game 571-572: Fairfield at Rider (8:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Fairfield 57.691; Lehigh 63.527 Dunkel Line: Lehigh by 6 Vegas Line: Lehigh by 8 Dunkel Pick: Fairfield (+8)

Game 573-574: Rider at South Carolina (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Rider 52.370; South Carolina 61.311 Dunkel Line: South Carolina by 9 Vegas Line: South Carolina by 7 Dunkel Pick: South Carolina (-7)

Game 575-576: Virginia Tech at NC-Greensboro (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Virginia Tech 60.759; NC-Greensboro 56.579 Dunkel Line: Virginia Tech by 4 Vegas Line: Virginia Tech by 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: NC-Greensboro (+5 1/2)

Game 577-578: Jacksonville State at Oregon (11:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Jacksonville State 51.368; Oregon 73.902 Dunkel Line: Oregon by 22 1/2 Vegas Line: Oregon by 12 Dunkel Pick: Oregon (-12)