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JOE GAVAZZI
CBB
Michigan at Duke (-7-) 9:15 ET ESPN
10* Michigan (+7-)
If there are any issues when playing for the Duke Blue Devils, it is that the high profile created by
veteran HC K results in a fishbowl environment that exposes the warts as well as the beauty. This
year, the ink is flowing toward prize recruit Parker whose “do it all” persona shines on the
offensive end. With transfer Rodney Hood, they are a dynamic addition to the Blue Devil lineup.
Missing is a rim protector to patrol the paint and lend a much needed hand to the rebounding and
defense of Duke. Those deficiencies have been clearly exposed in losses to Kansas and Arizona,
the two quality teams they have faced. Returning to the friendly confines of Cameron Indoor,
where they are 60-43 ATS vs. non con foes, will be a help. Michigan is making a smooth transition
from the departure of Burke, Hardaway. Addition of Frosh PG Walton and the all-around play of
Levert are nice compliments to returnees Robinson, McGary and Stauskas (questionable tonight,
ankle). HC Belein outstanding in this role at 64-39 ATS, if his teams allowed 55 or fewer points in
his previous outing.
ROBERT FERRINGO
3-Unit Play. Take #525 Penn State (+14) over Pittsburgh (7:30 p.m.)
3-Unit Play. Take #529 North Texas (+19) over BYU (9 p.m.)
3-Unit Play. Take #533 Colorado (-1.5) over Colorado State (9 p.m.)
2-Unit Play. Take #519 Central Florida (-5.5) over Florida Atlantic (7 p.m.)
2-Unit Play. Take #524 Georgia Tech (-1) over Illinois (7 p.m.)
2-Unit Play. Take #550 Middle Tennessee State (-6) over Belmont (8 p.m.)
1-Unit Play. Take #541 Utah (+10) over Boise State (10 p.m.)
1-Unit Play. TEASER: Take #536 Duke (-2) over Michigan (9 p.m.) AND Take #538 Iowa
(-3.5) over Notre Dame (9 p.m.)
1-Unit Play. TEASER: Take #536 Duke (-2) over Michigan (9 p.m.) AND Take #519 Central
Florida (-0.5) over Florida Atlantic (7 p.m.)
1-Unit Play. TEASER: Take #522 Syracuse (-2) over Indiana (7 p.m.) AND Take #550 Middle
Tennessee State (-1) over Belmont (8 p.m.)
1-Unit Play. TEASER: Take #518 Eastern Michigan (+11) over Massachusetts (7 p.m.) AND
Take #525 Penn State (+19) over Pittsburgh (7:30 p.m.)
Greg Shaker CBB Sides Tue, 12/03/13 - 9:00 PM
double-dime bet - 531 Texas Tech 17.5 (-110) vs 532 Arizona
Analysis: This is a strong situational spot for the Red Raiders or shall I say not for the Wildcats
after their Big Game with Duke just the other day. Texas Tech has taken care of the ball well this
year and they have been strong on the offensive boards. Guard play has been strong as well and
all of the above along with strong Free Throw Shooting makes them a Road Worthy Candidate.
Our projection shows that they will stay within this number at 57.1% of the time with the average margin being AZ -13.4. That means 2% for me
Game: Indiana at Syracuse (7:15 PM Eastern)
Pick: Syracuse -7 (-105) at 5Dimes
The Indiana Hoosiers have had to replace a lot of key parts from a year ago, but still have some talent. However, they still the true experience it will take to head to the Carrier Dome and face an unbeaten Syracuse team. Jim Boeheim seems to always have a great team. This year has been no exception, as the 'Cuse has three straight wins and covers against BCS conference teams. C.J. Fair is a bona fide All-American candidate, and is averaging 18 points per game, while Tyler Ennis has dished out 33 assists, and has 20 steals already. Indiana may have a better chance later in the year against this type of opponent in this type of venue, but for now they are just not there yet. Stick with the Orange in this one.
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