Thursday Trends and Indexes 03/15

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Trends and Indexes
Thursday, March 15

Good Luck on day #74 of 2007!

NOTE:
As information becomes available, we will attempt to post the trends and indexes as soon as possible.
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Six-Pack for Thursday

This is why Syracuse plays as few road games as possible; here are attendance figures for NIT first round games:

South Alabama @ Syracuse-- 16,832
Vermont @ Kansas State-- 8,596
Providence @ Bradley-- 8,304
Marist @ Oklahoma State-- 7,082
Delaware State @ West Virginia-- 6,458
Mississippi Valley State @ Mississippi State-- 5,501
Appalachian State @ Ole Miss-- 4,696
San Diego State @ Missouri State-- 4,234
Alabama @ UMass-- 4,207
Hofstra @ DePaul-- 4,056
Toledo @ Florida State-- 3,295
East Tennessee @ Clemson-- 3,150
Utah State @ Michigan-- 3,114
Austin Peay @ Air Force-- 2,718
NC State @ Drexel-- 2,499
Fresno State @ Georgia-- 2,031

The three SEC teams that played at home drew combined 12,228 fans, 4,604 less than Syracuse did. Spring football practice must be going on.

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Thursday's List of 13: Let the Madness begin.....

13) Since 1985, the #1-ranked team in country has won NCAA tournament only three times.

12) Holy Cross has four OT wins, crafty coach, will be tough to beat in a close game; Southern Illinois might be little more comfortable as an underdog than in this role as favorite.

11) UNLV's Lon Kruger is the fifth guy to coach four different clubs into the NCAAs.

10) Speaking of Kruger, rumors abound that Minnesota will be going after him, should Flip Saunders turn his alma mater down and stay in the NBA.

9) Big night for MAAC Tuesday, with Niagara winning in a play-in game in Dayton, moving on to play Kansas, and then Marist's surprisingly easy win at Oklahoma St in NIT. Wow.

8) When Vermont goes to Manhattan and loses tight game to Kansas State, does that give their America East rival Albany confidence going into their NCAA meeting with Virginia?

7) Idiot of the Week is probably free agent tight end Jerramy Stevens, who was arrested on DUI/drug charges in Arizona, as his agent tries to get him a free agent contract. Stupid.

6) If Jake Plummer does stay retired, he's going to pay back a part of his signing blnus, which means the Buccaneers have something to gain from the trade, even if Plummer never plays

5) The Royals' new closer, baseball's version of the Maytag repairman, is now Octavio Dotel, who was awful closing for the A's, which is why Huston Street was rushed to majors.

4) When the Indians traded Roberto Alomar to the Mets few years back, they turned down Mets' offer of a young throw-in infielder named Jose Reyes. Not every smart.

3) Wild day at Gulfstream earlier this week; horse won second race and paid $310.80 to win; horse that finished third in same race went off at 133-1, keying a $31,197 triple. Someone had a hell of a day and had the winning combination.

2) What does it say that Knicks' owner James Dolan told the media about Isiah Thomas' contract extension the day after the NCAA brackets came out, when no one is talking about the NBA? Dolan gets credit for being stubborn and sticking with Thomas, but, why????????????

1) Enjoy the tournament, everyone; it is my favorite sporting event, period. Every game is analyzed on the college hoops page. Log on every day for analysis, selections and opinions.

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Write up


NCAA First Round
Thursday, March 15

Davidson is 25-1 in last 26 games; they're second in country in defensive rebounding, so Maryland (7-1 last eight games) has to either run its offense real well, or create easy hoops with its defense. Terps were hot until losing to Miami in ACC tourney; they're 4-2-1 vs spread as non-ACC favorite. Both teams are in top 13 in country in pace, so expect to see fast-paced game. Davidson is 3-1-1 vs spread as an underdog this season.

Texas Tech is 285th in rebound margin, 295th in blocked shots, but they make 41.8% of 3's, and are 6-2 in last eight games- they start three seniors. Boston College is 2-5 in last seven games; their defense hasn't been same since Williams left team Jan 17. Tech won in first round last two years, by 3,12 points; Jarrius Jackson is great player. BC won last three first round games, by 7,12,20 points. Knight vs Boston media might be fun.

Louisville won seven of last eight games, but had long scoring droughts in last two games at Big East tourney. Stanford is big team; they got PG Goods back from injury last week, that helps with scoring in halfcourt sets, but they're 1-4 in last five games with only win vs Arizona State. Louisville will need to get easy baskets in transition; Stanford's height is tough in halfcourt. Louisville lost to Arizona of Pac-10 72-65 back in December.

Oral Roberts won at Kansas this year; they beat USC last year in Alaska, and have two 2,000-point scorers in Green and Tutt. Washington State finished second in Pac-10; they're not flashy but they protect ball well. Green gets to foul line 11 times/game, so both sides well-versed in halfcourt game. ORU has been to foul line 205 more times than its opponents. Wazzu is 11-1 out of Pac-10; they're 3-5 as favorite outside of Pac-10 play.

Old Dominion is 12-1 in last 13 games; they beat Georgetown in December, have deep team. Butler allows just 57 ppg, but they are 3-4 in last seven games, were playing lot better in December Butler gets lot of points from foul line, arc; they're #1 in country in not turning ball over. Monarchs are 11-1 in last dozen games, losing to George Mason in CAA semis. Right now, ODU is the team playing better ball.

Belmont lost 78-44 to UCLA in first round last year; here, they face Georgetown team on roll after winning Big East tourney in style, routing Pitt in final. Bruins take 24 treys/game, hitting on 35.9%. Hoyas are 15-1 in last 16 games (11-4-1 vs spread); they are 3-4 vs spread as non-league favorite. Belmont lost 77-51 at Illinois, 67-58 at Michigan State, 71-60 to St Mary's; they beat Fordham, Rice. Georgetown fashionable Final Four choice.

Its been nine years since Ivy team won NCAA game; Penn lost 60-52 to Texas LY (+14), seventh straight opening round loss, sixth in last eight years (1-6 vs spread). Aggies lost in the first round of Big 12 tourney to Oklahoma State, a red flag; last year, they beat Syracuse 66-58 in first round. A&M is 12-2 outside of Big 12 (5-2 vs spread as favorite). Quakers won last ten games, but vs non-scholarship opposition. Big step up here, vs team that is well-rested and very good.

George Washington forced 61 turnovers in three A-14 tourney games; they beat NC-Wilmington in first round last year, losing to Duke in second round. Vandy is 2-3 in last five games, losing twice to Arkansas; they're 3-4 in last seven games away home, winning at Kentucky, LSU- they split with Tennessee, pressing team like GW. Colonials won last eight games; they lost to USC Air Force, Providence, but beat Va Tech and went 11-6 in SEC.

Duke is 4-7 in last eleven games, losing first ACC tourney game to NC State; they won last ten first round games, but were a #1 seed in eight of those. Last time they were this low a seed, they lost to Eastern Michigan in first round (-3.5). VCU won tourney in CAA; teams from Colonial are 6-0-1 vs spread in last seven first round games. Big edge for VCU in this game at point guard as Duke is 247th in country in turnover percentage. Not good.

Central Connecticut shoots 38% from arc, which is good thing, because they won't get anything inside with Oden. Buckeyes won Big 11 tournament, haven't lost since Jan 9- they covered their last four games. #16 seeds are 12-8 vs spread last five yrs even though a #16 has never beaten a #1. Central Connecticut is well-coached, but they're outmatched here. NEC teams have covered last two years, after being 0-4 vs spread previous four.

McNeal is out for Marquette, which hurts against Michigan St team that is 2-3 in last five first round games, but played really tough schedule in Big 11 this year (three games vs Wisconsin, two vs Ohio State). Marquette is 3-5 in last eight games; they lost to Big 11's Wisconsin 70-66. Spartans are 13-2 out of Big 11 losing to Maryland, BC; they're 2-3 in last five games and have lost eight of last ten games away from East Lansing.

Howland coaches against his alma mater as Bruins start run to second straight Final Four. UCLA slipped to #2 seed, losing its last two games, to Washington, Cal; they're 11-1 outside of the Pac-10, losing only at West Virginia, when Collison didn't play. Big Sky teams are 6-2-1 in last nine first round games; Montana gave league its first NCAA win in seven years last year. UCLA is 7-7 vs spread as double digit favorite this season.

Wright State won 11 of last 12 games, has senior PG; Brownell was 2-0-1 vs spread in last three first round games while he was at NC-Wilmington, with three games decided by total of 9 pts. Both sides play slow-paced games (Wright 288, Pitt 300). Dixon is just 3-3 in NCAA's, winning by 9,4,15 pts; Pitt is 1-3 against spread as a NCAA favorite under Dixon. I have a selection on this game in this box below.

BYU led 16-3 at UNLV in Mountain West final, couldn't hold on to lead, but they're 12-2 last 14 games, losing at San Diego St, UNLV- they led at half at UCLA, but lost by 13. Xavier is 10-4 outside of A-14; they had won nine in row before GW pulled an upset in A-14 semis. BYU doesn't defend 3 well, which could be trouble vs Xavier, which is ranked 16th nationally in offensive efficiency. BYU's RPI is fifteen slots higher than Xavier's.

North Carolina won ACC tourney Sunday, so turnaround time is short for Heels, who should be able to name score vs Eastern Kentucky club that lost 74-45 vs Ohio State, 78-65 to Kentucky and trailed D-III Kenyon by double digits Nov 20, before they finally won by just 11. Carolina likes to run, is so deep, they've had trouble finding enough minutes for everyone. EKU ranks 312th in pace; can they keep game at a snail's pace?

Gonzaga beat Indiana 90-80 in second round LY, but Hoosiers have new coach, Zags are quicker, smaller, winning six of last eight games after Heytfeldt's suspension. Sampson was 5-2 in last seven first round games at Oklahoma, but Hoosiers looked bad in loss to Illinois in Big 11 tourney, their fifth loss in last 9 games. Zags haven't played in 10 days; they've won last four first round games. Gonzaga will want faster pace here.

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Buffalo, New York

Midwest - #4 Maryland vs. #13 Davidson (12:20 PM ET)
The Terrapins are certainly dangerous with all five starters averaging in double-figures. EDGE: MARYLAND
Maryland led the ACC in defending the 3-point shot, which is a huge factor in the NCAA Tournament and could hurt a Davidson team that depends on 3-pointers offensively. EDGE: MARYLAND
The Wildcats are 0-4 ATS in their last four games versus the ACC.
The Terrapins are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games overall.


Midwest - #5 Butler vs. #12 Old Dominion (2:50 PM ET)
No Division I team commits fewer turnovers per game (9.4) than the Bulldogs, who have committed less than 10 turnovers in 13 of their last 18 games. EDGE: BUTLER
The Bulldogs don't have a player taller than 6-foot-7, and they will likely face a size disadvantage in the tournament after getting outrebounded 18 times this season. Meanwhile, Old Dominion outrebounded opponents by an average of four rebounds per game this season, allowing opponents very few opportunities on the offensive glass. EDGE: OLD DOMINION
Butler is 19-0 when holding opponents under 60 points.
Butler’s tournament hinges on the performance of junior guard A.J. Graves. The Bulldogs started the season with a 23-2 record following victories over Notre Dame, Indiana, Tennessee and Gonzaga. In Butler’s last eight games, Graves has made just 15 of 59 (25.4 percent) three-point attempts and the Bulldogs split their last six down the stretch. EDGE: OLD DOMINION
The Monarchs are 0-5 ATS in their last five neutral site games.
The OVER is 6-1 in the Bulldogs' last seven neutral site games as favorites.


West - #6 Duke vs. #11 VCU (7:10 PM ET)
The Blue Devils have a tendency to wear down in the second half because of a lack of dependable depth. EDGE: VCU
VCU can kill opponents with outstanding shooting, hitting over 40 percent from 3-point range and 72.5 percent from the free-throw line. EDGE: VCU
Virginia Commonwealth went 27-6 this season and has a fantastic talent in guard Eric Maynor. The Rams are also coached by Anthony Grant, who just a year ago was an assistant on national champion Florida. EDGE: VCU
The Rams are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six neutral site games.
The Blue Devils are 1-6 ATS in their last seven NCAA Tournament games as favorites.
The OVER is 9-1 in the Rams' last 10 games as underdogs.


West - #3 Pittsburgh vs. #14 Wright State (9:40 PM ET)
Wright State won 11 of its last 12 entering the NCAA tournament, holding opponents to just 56.9 points per game during that stretch 26.1 percent shooting from behind the arc. EDGE: WRIGHT STATE
Eight of Wright State's nine losses were on the road and only two reserves see any significant playing time. EDGE: PITT
Wright State took some time to adjust to new coach Brad Brownell but finished the season winning 12 of its final 13 games, including two over Butler. EDGE: WRIGHT STATE
The Raiders are 16-5-1 ATS in their last 22 games overall.
The UNDER is 20-4-1 in the Raiders' last 25 non-conference games.
The OVER is 19-7 in the Panthers' last 26 non-conference games.



Lexington, Kentucky

South - #1 Ohio State vs. #16 Central Connecticut State (7:10 PM ET)
Experts believe this is Ohio State’s one shot of winning the national championship with Greg Oden at center before he heads off to the NBA. Oden averaged 17 points and 12.3 rebounds in the Big Ten Tournament. BIG EDGE: OHIO STATE
The Buckeyes are 0-4 ATS in their last four NCAA Tournament games as a favorite.
The UNDER is 17-7 in the Buckeyes last 24 games as a favorite of 13 points or greater.

South - #8 BYU vs. #9 Xavier (9:40 PM ET)
The Musketeers are 21-5 ATS in their last 26 neutral site games.
The Cougars are 0-6 ATS in their last six neutral site games as underdogs.


South - #6 Louisville vs. #11 Stanford (12:40 PM ET)
Louisville head coach Rick Pitino has a .756 winning percentage in the tournament – taking #4 Louisville to the 2005 Final Four and #6 Providence to the 1987 Final Four. EDGE: LOUISVILLE
Stanford is 1-5 ATS in its last six neutral site games as an underdog.
Louisville is 13-3-1 ATS in its last 17 games overall.


South - #3 Texas A&M vs. #14 Penn (3:10 PM ET)
The Quakers are 0-6 ATS in their last six non-conference games.
The Aggies are 24-10 ATS in their last 34 games overall.



Winston-Salem, North Carolina

East - #8 Marquette vs. #9 Michigan State (7:20 PM ET)
Michigan State has won seven out of 10 first round appearances with head coach Tom Izzo at the helm. EDGE: MICHIGAN STATE
The Spartans are 10-2-1 ATS in their last 13 NCAA Tournament games favorites.
The Spartans are 0-5 ATS in their last five games versus the Big East.
The OVER is 13-3 in the Golden Eagles' last 16 overall.


East - #1 North Carolina vs. #16 Eastern Kentucky (9:40 PM ET)
The Colonials are 11-1-1 ATS in their last 13 games overall.
The Tar Heels are 9-0 ATS in their last nine non-conference games.


East - #7 Boston College vs. #10 Texas Tech (12:25 PM ET)
Boston College head coach Al Skinner has won at least one game in four of five NCAA appearances at Boston College. EDGE: BOSTON COLLEGE
The Red Raiders are 4-1 ATS in their last five NCAA Tournament games.
The Eagles are 6-1 ATS in their last seven NCAA Tournament games.


East - #2 Georgetown vs. #15 Belmont (3:55 PM ET)
The Hoyas are 15-3-2 ATS in their last 20 games as favorites.
The UNDER is 8-1 in the Hoyas' last nine neutral site games.



Sacramento, California

West- #2 UCLA vs. #15 Weber State (7:25 PM ET)
UCLA guard Arron Afflalo is regarded as the Pac-10's best clutch player, but the Bruins are comfortable with multiple players having the ball at the end of the game. EDGE: UCLA
The Bruins have no starter taller than 6-foot-8, which was a definite disadvantage against Florida in last year's national championship game. The Bruins are also far from effective at the charity stripe - shooting just 66 percent from the foul line. Weber State is led by 6-10 forward David Patten, who averaged 14.4 points per game as the Big Sky Player of the Year. EDGE: WEBER STATE
For the second straight season, the Bruins don’t have to leave the state. UCLA played in San Diego and then Oakland en route to Indianapolis in 2006. This season, UCLA is slated to play in Sacramento and San Jose as a No. 2 seed. BIG EDGE: UCLA
The Wildcats are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 neutral site games as an underdog.
The UNDER is 10-3 in the Bruins' last 13 NCAA Tournament games.


West - #7 Indiana vs. #10 Gonzaga (9:55 PM ET)
Indiana doesn't have a player that averages over 15 points per game but certainly is capable from beyond the arc, averaging close to 40 percent from 3-point range on the season. EDGE: INDIANA
Gonzaga guard Derek Raivio led the nation from the free-throw line, hitting 96 percent of his free throws. EDGE: GONZAGA
Indiana lost five of its last nine games, and center D.J. White attempted just 15 shots in 75 minutes of action in the Big Ten Tournament. EDGE: GONZAGA
Indiana head coach Kelvin Sampson is 11-12 all-time in the NCAA Tournament. Four of those victories came in a 2002 Final Four run with Oklahoma. His last six tournament teams have been eliminated by a lower seed. EDGE: GONZAGA
The Bulldogs are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 neutral site games as an underdog.
The Hoosiers are 12-4-1 ATS in their last 17 neutral site games as favorites.


East - #6 Vanderbilt vs. #11 George Washington (5:10 PM ET)
The Colonials are 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 neutral site games.
The Commodores are 1-4 ATS in their last five neutral site games as favorites.


East - #3 Washington State vs. #14 Oral Roberts (7:25 PM ET)
The Golden Eagles are 1-5 ATS in their last six games as an underdog.
The Cougars are 1-5 ATS in their last six games overall.

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Chicago, Illinois

Midwest - #7 UNLV vs. #10 Georgia Tech (12:25 PM ET)
The Rebels have an assortment of scoring options - so early foul trouble doesn't hinder this team as much as others. Senior point-guard Kevin Kruger led the Mountain West Conference in assists and is the teams most dangerous shooter. EDGE: UNLV
Being away from home is certainly a concern for Georgia Tech, as the Yellow Jackets were a dismal 1-8 in true road games this year, which will still be a factor even on a neutral court. EDGE: UNLV
UNLV advanced to four Final Fours and won the 1990 national title under Jerry Tarkanian but hasn’t wont a single NCAA tournament game since they ran him out after the 1991-92 season. SLIGHT EDGE: GEORGIA TECH
The Yellow Jackets are 4-1 ATS in their last five neutral site games as favorites.
The Rebels are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games underdogs.
The UNDER is 9-1-1 in the Runnin' Rebels' last 11 games as underdogs.


Midwest - #2 Wisconsin vs. #15 Texas A&M-CC (2:55 PM ET)
With two-year starter Brian Butch out for at least the first two weekends with a dislocated right elbow, Wisconsin is still adjusting. The Badgers are far from automatic on the free-throw line and behind the arc. EDGE: TEXAS A&M-CC
Texas A&M-CC center Chris Daniels averaged 15.3 points and 6.7 rebounds to become the Southland Conference Player of the Year award. He's a 7-footer with an outside touch and opposing teams must design a defense to stop him. EDGE: TEXAS A&M-CC
The Badgers are 0-4 ATS in their last four games after scoring less than 50 points in their previous game.
The UNDER is 5-1 in the Badgers' last six games as favorites of 13 points or greater.


West - #1 Kansas vs. #16 Niagara (7:10 PM ET)
The Kansas Jayhawks certainly look formidable as a No. 1 seed in the West region, but any team can claim as many wins as the Jayhawks in the past two NCAA tournaments. The Jayhawks were bounced by Bucknell and Bradley the last two years. EDGE: NIAGARA
Niagara got a surprise performance from Clif Brown in Tuesday's play-in game, as he connected on a career-high six 3-pointers en route to 32 points in a 77-69 win over Florida A&M. Brown stepped up with 24 points in the second half alone after scoring 18 or less in his previous 11 games while leading scorer Charron Fisher battled foul trouble and totaled just 13 points. EDGE: NIAGARA


West - #8 Kentucky vs. #9 Villanova (9:40 PM ET)
If Villanova leads late in games, it's hard to beat them. The Wildcats shot a Big East-best 78.4 percent from the free-throw line during the regular season. BIG EDGE: VILLANOVA
Kentucky has lost only one first round game with Tubby Smith as head coach – versus Georgia in 1998. EDGE: KENTUCKY
Villanova is 0-4 ATS in its last four NCAA Tournament games.
Kentucky is 8-0-1 ATS in its last nine games versus the Big East.



Columbus, Ohio

West - #5 Virginia Tech vs. #12 Illinois (7:10 PM ET)
The Hokies have great depth with nine players averaging at least 10 minutes per game, led by senior guards Zabian Dowdell and Jamon Gordon. EDGE: VIRGINIA TECH
Illinois has just nine scholarship players at their disposal and only eight that actually play. The Fighting Illini lack depth and the ability to mix-and-match with versatile opponents
The Fighting Illini are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 neutral site games.
The UNDER is 11-0 in the Fighting Illini's last 11 Friday games.


West - #4 Southern Illinois vs. #13 Holy Cross (9:40 PM ET)
Holy Cross head coach Ralph Willard's coaching style gives the Crusaders a chance to win any game. The Crusaders force 16.9 turnovers per game and knock down free throws, which has led them to 18 of 20 games to capture a fourth Patriot League title in seven years. EDGE: HOLY CROSS
The Patriot League champion (Bucknell) has won first-round games over Kansas and Arkansas each of the last two years. EDGE: HOLY CROSS
The best way to beat Southern Illinois’ man-to-man halfcourt defense is to run against them. However, Holy Cross puts a lot of emphasis on slowing the game down, ranking seventh in the country in team defense with 57.4 points allowed per game. EDGE: UNDER
The Patriot League champion has won first-round games each of the last two years. EDGE: HOLY CROSS
The Crusaders are 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 games as underdogs.
The Salukis are 2-9-1 ATS in their last 12 games as favorites.


South - #4 Virginia vs. #13 Albany (12:15 PM ET)
Virginia has a great backcourt with guards Sean Singletary and J.R. Reynolds but could have big problems matching up with an opponent with any kind of size. Fortunately for the Cavs in this round, Albany doesn't have much size. EDGE: VIRGINIA
The Great Danes are 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall.
The Cavaliers are 0-11 ATS in their last 11 neutral site games as a favorite.


South - #5 Tennessee vs. #12 Long Beach State (2:45 PM ET)
Long Beach State coach Larry Reynolds is in a unique situation, as he doesn’t have a contract beyond this season and could be out as head coach. His team won the Big West though and could be a dangerous No. 12 seed. SLIGHT EDGE: LONG BEACH STATE
The 49ers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall.
The Volunteers are 1-7 ATS in their last eight neutral site games as a favorite.


New Orleans, Louisiana

Midwest - #8 Arizona vs. #9 Purdue (7:20 PM ET)
Arizona thrives in a fast-paced game with three go-to guys in Ivan Radenovic, Marcus Williams and Chase Budinger. The Wildcats also have a very capable point guard in senior Mustafa Shakur. EDGE: ARIZONA
More than most Big Ten teams, the Boilermakers had a huge split between their home and away performances. Purdue went almost three years without a victory on an opponent's court before beating Penn State 69-59 on February 3rd. EDGE: ARIZONA
Arizona seemed to lack interest in the Pac-10 Tournament, but this team has what experts believe to be four future NBA players on its roster. EDGE: ARIZONA
The Boilermakers are 0-4 ATS in their last four games versus the Pac-10.
The Wildcats are 6-0 ATS in their last six NCAA Tournament games.
The OVER is 4-0 in the Wildcats' last four NCAA Tournament games.


Midwest - #1 Florida vs. #16 Jackson State (9:50 PM ET)
With all five starters plus two key reserves back from last year's NCAA championship team, the Gators have plenty of tournament experience. They shoot better than 50 percent from the field overall and 40 percent on threes. EDGE: FLORIDA
The biggest obstacle for Florida is falling behind early or coming out flat, which is definitely a possibility during six possible games in the tournament. The Gators averaged two more turnovers a game more than their 16 SEC opponents. EDGE: JACKSON STATE
Jackson State will go only as far as Trey Johnson wants to take them, as he averages 27.1 points per game - making him the second-leading scorer in the country. EDGE: JACKSON STATE
The Gators are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 neutral site games as favorites.
The UNDER is 9-2 in the Gators' last 11 NCAA Tournament games as favorites.


South - #2 Memphis vs. #15 North Texas (12:30 PM ET)
Memphis is riding a 22-game winning streak - the longest in the nation - but lacks respect as a member of Conference USA. The Tigers have just three victories against the tourney field (Kentucky, Gonzaga and Jackson State). SLIGHT EDGE: MEMPHIS
The Mean Green Eagles are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 neutral site games.
The Tigers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as favorites of 13 points or greater.


South - #7 Nevada vs. #10 Creighton (3 PM ET)
The Blue Jays are 21-7 ATS in their last 28 games as underdogs.
The OVER is 18-4 in the Wolf Pack's last 22 games as favorites of 0.5-6.5 points.



Spokane, Washington

Midwest - #6 Notre Dame vs. #11 Winthrop (2:35 PM ET)
The Eagles rely on three seniors - including big man Craig Bradshaw - and two juniors among its top six players. Bradshaw was Winthrop's most dominant plyer down the stretch, averaging 15.1 points and 7.3 rebounds during the conference season. All six have played in at least two NCAA Tournament games. EDGE: WINTHROP
Winthrop has four losses this season: North Carolina, Maryland, Wisconsin and Texas A&M. The only thing holding the Eagles back is head coach Greg Marshall’s 0-6 record in the dance. SLIGHT EDGE: WINTHROP
The Eagles are 7-0 ATS in their last seven neutral site games.
The Fighting Irish are 4-0 ATS in their last four neutral site games.
The OVER is 13-3-1 in the Fighting Irish's last 17 non-conference games.


Midwest - #3 Oregon vs. #14 Miami-Ohio (5:05 PM ET)
The Ducks are an explosive offensive team with Pac-10 leading scorer Aaron Brooks leading the way. They can score points in bunches, which makes opposing coaches try to slow down the pace. EDGE: OREGON
The RedHawks play a Princeton-style offense, which is something that has been successful in March before. They like to slow down the tempo and use the shot clock. Miami will try to grind out victories due to lack of depth on the bench. EDGE: OREGON
Oregon guard Bryce Taylor is coming into this tournament with some serious steam, scoring 32 points after a perfect game in the Ducks’ Pac-10 tourney final over USC – going 11-for-11, 7-of-7 on 3s, 3-of-3 at the line. EDGE: OREGON
The Redhawks are 5-0 ATS in their last five neutral site games.
The Ducks are 6-0-1 ATS in their last seven neutral site games.


East - #4 Texas vs. #13 New Mexico State (7:25 PM ET)
The Aggies are 20-7 ATS in their last 27 games as an underdog.
The Longhorns are 1-5 ATS in their last six NCAA Tournament games as a favorite.


East - #5 USC vs. #12 Arkansas (9:55 PM ET)
USC head coach Tim Floyd hasn’t been to the tournament in more than a decade. Only one Floyd-coached team has lost to a lower-seeded team. On the other end, only one of his teams’ has ever beaten a higher seed. EDGE: USC
The Razorbacks are 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 neutral site games as underdogs.
The Trojans are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games following a SU loss.

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NBA
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Thursday, March 15

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Miami Heat at New Jersey Nets (TNT | 8 PM ET)
The Heat have won two of three games against the Nets this season, but the teams haven't met since New Jersey's 91-81 victory on December 29th. Miami has won seven straight games coming into this contest. EDGE: HEAT
New Jersey star Vince Carter struggled during the team's latest road trip, averaging 20.5 points on 38.6 percent shooting. He's averaged 32.8 points in his last five home games. SLIGHT EDGE: NETS
Miami hasn't played on the road since a 92-83 victory over-division leading Washington on February 28th. SLIGHT EDGE: NETS

The OVER is 14-3 in the last 17 meetings in New Jersey.
The Heat are 13-3-1 ATS in their last 17 games as an underdog.



Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets (TNT | 10:30 PM ET )
The Lakers are struggling, losing six straight games for the second time this season, but they could receive some help tonight. Lamar Odom expects to play for the first time since suffering a torn labrum on March 2nd and Luke Walton might play for the first time since spraining his ankle on January 28th. EDGE: LAKERS (Check status on the Pregame Wire!)
Los Angeles is just 13-20 away from home this season and went winless on a four-game road trip last week. EDGE: NUGGETS
Denver picked up a 107-99 win over Portland on Tuesday, as the team will now look to win consecutive home games for the first time since January 19 and 22. SLIGHT EDGE: LAKERS

The home team is 9-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings.

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Minnesota Wild at Edmonton Oilers (9 PM ET )
The Wild's four consecutive wins, three of which have come on the road, represent their best run since opening the season with six straight victories. Minnesota has eight of its last 11 and picking up a point in 10 of those games. EDGE: WILD
Edmonton is 0-for-22 on the power play during their current seven-game losing streak - the Oilers longest skid since 1993. EDGE: WILD

Minnesota is 7-1-2 in the last 10 meetings in Edmonton.



St. Louis Blues at Vancouver Canucks (10 PM ET)
Vancouver was shut out on seven extra-man chances Tuesday and is 0-for-19 over the last four games. EDGE: BLUES
The Canucks are an impressive 15-2-3 in their last 20 games at home. BIG EDGE: CANUCKS
The Blues are 22-12-7 since coach Andy Murray took over on December 11th and hold the 10th spot in the Western Conference. EDGE: BLUES

The UNDER is 7-1 in the last eight meetings.

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NCAAB
Long Sheet
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Thursday, March 15

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OLD DOMINION (24 - 8) vs. BUTLER (27 - 6) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUTLER is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) after allowing 60 points or less this season.
OLD DOMINION is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
OLD DOMINION is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
BUTLER is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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




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DAVIDSON (29 - 4) vs. MARYLAND (24 - 8) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MARYLAND is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all games this season.
MARYLAND is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all lined games this season.
MARYLAND is 13-6 ATS (+6.4 Units) as a favorite this season.
MARYLAND is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after a conference game this season.
MARYLAND is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) off a loss against a conference rival this season.
MARYLAND is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
MARYLAND is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
DAVIDSON is 22-8 ATS (+13.2 Units) in all games this season.
DAVIDSON is 22-8 ATS (+13.2 Units) in all lined games this season.
DAVIDSON is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) after a conference game this season.
DAVIDSON is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) off a win against a conference rival this season.
DAVIDSON is 29-16 ATS (+11.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
DAVIDSON is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MARYLAND is 1-0 against the spread versus DAVIDSON over the last 3 seasons
MARYLAND is 1-0 straight up against DAVIDSON over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons




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VA COMMONWEALTH (27 - 6) vs. DUKE (22 - 10) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DUKE is 23-11 ATS (+10.9 Units) after scoring 80 points or more over the last 3 seasons.

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




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WRIGHT ST (23 - 9) vs. PITTSBURGH (27 - 7) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
WRIGHT ST is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all games this season.
WRIGHT ST is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
WRIGHT ST is 28-16 ATS (+10.4 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
WRIGHT ST is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 Units) after a conference game this season.
WRIGHT ST is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) off a win against a conference rival this season.
WRIGHT ST is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) after allowing 60 points or less this season.
WRIGHT ST is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
WRIGHT ST is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.

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




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E KENTUCKY (21 - 11) vs. N CAROLINA (28 - 6) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N CAROLINA is 37-22 ATS (+12.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 37-22 ATS (+12.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 32-20 ATS (+10.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 22-9 ATS (+12.1 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games since 1997.
E KENTUCKY is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in road games in March games since 1997.
E KENTUCKY is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) after a conference game this season.
E KENTUCKY is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) off a win against a conference rival this season.

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




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MICHIGAN ST (22 - 11) vs. MARQUETTE (24 - 9) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MICHIGAN ST is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in road games off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 31-20 ATS (+9.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 31-20 ATS (+9.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 74-45 ATS (+24.5 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 24-11 ATS (+11.9 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 3 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
MICHIGAN ST is 15-7 ATS (+7.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
MARQUETTE is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in road games in March games since 1997.

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




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TEXAS TECH (21 - 12) vs. BOSTON COLLEGE (20 - 11) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TEXAS TECH is 50-74 ATS (-31.4 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
TEXAS TECH is 36-59 ATS (-28.9 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 59-34 ATS (+21.6 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 27-13 ATS (+12.7 Units) in road games off a loss against a conference rival since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 70-45 ATS (+20.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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




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BELMONT (23 - 9) vs. GEORGETOWN (26 - 6) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGETOWN is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all games this season.
GEORGETOWN is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all lined games this season.
GEORGETOWN is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) after a conference game this season.
GEORGETOWN is 47-26 ATS (+18.4 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
GEORGETOWN is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) off a win against a conference rival this season.
GEORGETOWN is 16-5 ATS (+10.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
GEORGETOWN is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
GEORGETOWN is 12-0 ATS (+12.0 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games this season.
GEORGETOWN is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game this season.

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




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C CONN ST (21 - 11) vs. OHIO ST (30 - 3) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in all tournament games this season.
OHIO ST is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.

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




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XAVIER (24 - 8) vs. BYU (25 - 8) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
XAVIER is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
XAVIER is 52-33 ATS (+15.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
BYU is 10-26 ATS (-18.6 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
BYU is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
BYU is 7-19 ATS (-13.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
BYU is 18-35 ATS (-20.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.

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




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STANFORD (18 - 12) vs. LOUISVILLE (23 - 9) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LOUISVILLE is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) after a conference game this season.
LOUISVILLE is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
STANFORD is 165-130 ATS (+22.0 Units) in all games since 1997.
STANFORD is 165-130 ATS (+22.0 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
STANFORD is 35-21 ATS (+11.9 Units) after a conference game over the last 3 seasons.
LOUISVILLE is 13-28 ATS (-17.8 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
LOUISVILLE is 13-28 ATS (-17.8 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.

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




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PENNSYLVANIA (22 - 8) vs. TEXAS A&M (25 - 6) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PENNSYLVANIA is 3-10 ATS (-8.0 Units) in non-conference games this season.
TEXAS A&M is 31-20 ATS (+9.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS A&M is 31-20 ATS (+9.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS A&M is 15-8 ATS (+6.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
TEXAS A&M is 22-12 ATS (+8.8 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS A&M is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in road games after allowing 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS A&M is 15-7 ATS (+7.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
TEXAS A&M is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.

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




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GONZAGA (23 - 10) vs. INDIANA (20 - 10) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GONZAGA is 44-26 ATS (+15.4 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
GONZAGA is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) in March games since 1997.
GONZAGA is 44-26 ATS (+15.4 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.
GONZAGA is 39-22 ATS (+14.8 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
GONZAGA is 60-40 ATS (+16.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.

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




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WEBER ST (20 - 11) vs. UCLA (26 - 5) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UCLA is 55-36 ATS (+15.4 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
UCLA is 55-36 ATS (+15.4 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
UCLA is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 3 seasons.
UCLA is 42-28 ATS (+11.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
WEBER ST is 17-7 ATS (+9.3 Units) in all games this season.
WEBER ST is 17-7 ATS (+9.3 Units) in all lined games this season.
WEBER ST is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after a conference game this season.
WEBER ST is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) off a win against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
WEBER ST is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
WEBER ST is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.

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




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GEORGE WASHINGTON (23 - 8) vs. VANDERBILT (20 - 11) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGE WASHINGTON is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
VANDERBILT is 10-19 ATS (-10.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.

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




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ORAL ROBERTS (23 - 10) vs. WASHINGTON ST (25 - 7) - 3/15/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON ST is 14-6 ATS (+7.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

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




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Friday, March 16

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ILLINOIS (23 - 11) vs. VIRGINIA TECH (21 - 11) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ILLINOIS is 10-19 ATS (-10.9 Units) in all games this season.
ILLINOIS is 10-19 ATS (-10.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
ILLINOIS is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in non-conference games this season.
ILLINOIS is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

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




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HOLY CROSS (25 - 8) vs. S ILLINOIS (27 - 6) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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




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LONG BEACH ST (24 - 7) vs. TENNESSEE (22 - 10) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LONG BEACH ST is 32-20 ATS (+10.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
LONG BEACH ST is 32-20 ATS (+10.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
LONG BEACH ST is 15-4 ATS (+10.6 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
LONG BEACH ST is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in road games off a win against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
LONG BEACH ST is 18-9 ATS (+8.1 Units) after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in all neutral court games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 6-17 ATS (-12.7 Units) on Friday nights since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) when playing on a neutral court over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 4-11 ATS (-8.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

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




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ALBANY (23 - 9) vs. VIRGINIA (20 - 10) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ALBANY is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
VIRGINIA is 6-17 ATS (-12.7 Units) in road games in March games since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 28-56 ATS (-33.6 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 17-32 ATS (-18.2 Units) in road games off a loss against a conference rival since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 22-41 ATS (-23.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.

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




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GEORGIA TECH (20 - 11) vs. UNLV (28 - 6) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGIA TECH is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) in road games after a conference game this season.
UNLV is 35-22 ATS (+10.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 35-22 ATS (+10.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 50-30 ATS (+17.0 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
UNLV is 12-2 ATS (+9.8 Units) on Friday nights since 1997.
UNLV is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 32-18 ATS (+12.2 Units) after a conference game over the last 3 seasons.
UNLV is 22-10 ATS (+11.0 Units) off a win against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
UNLV is 13-6 ATS (+6.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
UNLV is 52-32 ATS (+16.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
UNLV is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.

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




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TEXAS A&M CC (26 - 6) vs. WISCONSIN (29 - 5) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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




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NIAGARA (23 - 11) vs. KANSAS (30 - 4) - 3/16/2007, 7:10 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 over the last 2 seasons.
NIAGARA is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) in March games since 1997.
NIAGARA is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
NIAGARA is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
NIAGARA is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.

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




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VILLANOVA (22 - 10) vs. KENTUCKY (21 - 11) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VILLANOVA is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
KENTUCKY is 26-12 ATS (+12.8 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
KENTUCKY is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) after scoring 80 points or more this season.

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




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JACKSON ST (22 - 13) vs. FLORIDA (29 - 5) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA is 36-23 ATS (+10.7 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 36-23 ATS (+10.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 33-21 ATS (+9.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 Units) in all neutral court games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in March games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 Units) when playing on a neutral court over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 18-4 ATS (+13.6 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 16-1 ATS (+14.9 Units) in all tournament games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in a NCAA tournament games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

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




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PURDUE (21 - 11) vs. ARIZONA (20 - 10) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PURDUE is 17-31 ATS (-17.1 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
PURDUE is 89-122 ATS (-45.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
PURDUE is 49-73 ATS (-31.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
PURDUE is 6-19 ATS (-14.9 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game after 15+ games since 1997.
ARIZONA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in a NCAA tournament games over the last 3 seasons.
PURDUE is 18-10 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all games this season.
PURDUE is 18-10 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
ARIZONA is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 7-18 ATS (-12.8 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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




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CREIGHTON (22 - 10) vs. NEVADA (28 - 4) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEVADA is 115-79 ATS (+28.1 Units) in all games since 1997.
NEVADA is 115-79 ATS (+28.1 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
NEVADA is 70-42 ATS (+23.8 Units) after a conference game since 1997.
NEVADA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games in non-conference games this season.
NEVADA is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) in road games off a loss against a conference rival since 1997.
NEVADA is 78-46 ATS (+27.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
NEVADA is 49-24 ATS (+22.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
NEVADA is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game this season.
CREIGHTON is 19-11 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all games this season.
CREIGHTON is 19-11 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
CREIGHTON is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
CREIGHTON is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) after a conference game this season.
CREIGHTON is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games off a win against a conference rival this season.
CREIGHTON is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CREIGHTON is 12-2 ATS (+9.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
CREIGHTON is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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




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N TEXAS (23 - 10) vs. MEMPHIS (30 - 3) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N TEXAS is 33-58 ATS (-30.8 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 167-128 ATS (+26.2 Units) in all games since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 167-128 ATS (+26.2 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 100-72 ATS (+20.8 Units) after a conference game since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 73-44 ATS (+24.6 Units) off a win against a conference rival since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 21-7 ATS (+13.3 Units) in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.
MEMPHIS is 123-83 ATS (+31.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 75-42 ATS (+28.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 25-7 ATS (+17.3 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game after 15+ games since 1997.
MEMPHIS is 45-27 ATS (+15.3 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game since 1997.

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




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WINTHROP (28 - 4) vs. NOTRE DAME (24 - 7) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NOTRE DAME is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
NOTRE DAME is 29-11 ATS (+16.9 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games since 1997.
NOTRE DAME is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 3 seasons.
WINTHROP is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
WINTHROP is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.

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




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MIAMI OHIO (18 - 14) vs. OREGON (26 - 7) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OREGON is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

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




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ARKANSAS (21 - 13) vs. USC (23 - 11) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
USC is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) in all games this season.
USC is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
USC is 27-13 ATS (+12.7 Units) in March games since 1997.
USC is 18-6 ATS (+11.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

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




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NEW MEXICO ST (25 - 8) vs. TEXAS (24 - 9) - 3/16/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TEXAS is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game after 15+ games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.
NEW MEXICO ST is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO ST is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

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



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NHL
Long Sheet


Thursday, March 15

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ATLANTA (37-24-0-10, 84 pts.) at PHILADELPHIA (19-40-0-11, 49 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHILADELPHIA is 6-1 (+6.2 Units) against the spread versus ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
PHILADELPHIA is 6-1-0 straight up against ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.0 Units, Under=-0.4 Units)




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WASHINGTON (24-34-0-12, 60 pts.) at BOSTON (33-31-0-5, 71 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 6-1 (+4.9 Units) against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
BOSTON is 6-1-0 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
6 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.8 Units)




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NEW JERSEY (42-19-0-8, 92 pts.) at CAROLINA (35-28-0-8, 78 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW JERSEY is 11-3 ATS (+7.4 Units) in road games second half of the season this season.
CAROLINA is 35-36 ATS (-35.8 Units) in all games this season.
CAROLINA is 35-36 ATS (-12.8 Units) as an underdog or pick on the puck line this season.
CAROLINA is 35-36 ATS (+35.0 Units) as a favorite or even on the puck line this season.
CAROLINA is 7-10 ATS (-9.9 Units) in home games second half of the season this season.
CAROLINA is 46-54 ATS (-40.7 Units) in home games after a division game since 1996.
CAROLINA is 8-14 ATS (-9.7 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CAROLINA is 6-5 (+1.7 Units) against the spread versus NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
CAROLINA is 6-5-0 straight up against NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.2 Units)




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NY ISLANDERS (34-25-0-10, 78 pts.) at OTTAWA (40-23-0-7, 87 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 7:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
OTTAWA is 6-0 (+6.0 Units) against the spread versus NY ISLANDERS over the last 3 seasons
OTTAWA is 6-0-0 straight up against NY ISLANDERS over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.2 Units)




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BUFFALO (44-19-0-6, 94 pts.) at FLORIDA (29-28-0-13, 71 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA is 45-30 ATS (+45.0 Units) as a home underdog of a half goal or even on the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 45-30 ATS (+45.0 Units) as a home favorite of a half goal or even on the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 45-30 ATS (+45.0 Units) in home games against the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 14-7 ATS (+21.6 Units) in March games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 24-12 ATS (+9.6 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 18-14 ATS (+39.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 107-62 ATS (+18.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 107-62 ATS (+18.8 Units) as an underdog or pick on the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 107-62 ATS (+18.8 Units) as a favorite or even on the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 51-33 ATS (+17.4 Units) as a road underdog of a half goal or even on the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 51-33 ATS (+17.4 Units) as a road favorite of a half goal or even on the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 51-33 ATS (+17.4 Units) in road games against the puck line over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 48-31 ATS (+16.3 Units) in a road game where where the total is 6 or more over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 12-2 ATS (+9.4 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more this season.
BUFFALO is 51-22 ATS (+19.6 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 208-296 ATS (+208.0 Units) as a favorite or even on the puck line since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
FLORIDA is 4-3 (+2.9 Units) against the spread versus BUFFALO over the last 3 seasons
FLORIDA is 4-3-0 straight up against BUFFALO over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+3.0 Units)




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CALGARY (37-22-0-10, 84 pts.) at DALLAS (41-23-0-5, 87 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CALGARY is 9-24 ATS (-17.1 Units) as a road underdog of a half goal or even on the puck line this season.
CALGARY is 9-24 ATS (-17.1 Units) as a road favorite of a half goal or even on the puck line this season.
CALGARY is 9-24 ATS (-17.1 Units) in road games against the puck line this season.
CALGARY is 3-15 ATS (-13.4 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5 or less this season.
CALGARY is 12-27 ATS (-18.2 Units) in road games second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
CALGARY is 0-12 ATS (+15.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CALGARY is 2-15 ATS (+19.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 24-14 ATS (+7.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
DALLAS is 43-49 ATS (-64.1 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1996.
DALLAS is 2-8 ATS (-9.2 Units) after a 3 game unbeaten streak this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
DALLAS is 4-3 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 4-3-0 straight up against CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.9 Units)




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MINNESOTA (40-24-0-7, 87 pts.) at EDMONTON (30-34-0-6, 66 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 206-191 ATS (+404.7 Units) as an underdog or pick on the puck line since 1996.
MINNESOTA is 13-6 ATS (+19.8 Units) in road games second half of the season this season.
MINNESOTA is 11-3 ATS (+7.2 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.
EDMONTON is 30-40 ATS (-21.0 Units) in all games this season.
EDMONTON is 30-40 ATS (-14.3 Units) as an underdog or pick on the puck line this season.
EDMONTON is 30-40 ATS (+30.0 Units) as a favorite or even on the puck line this season.
EDMONTON is 11-17 ATS (-17.4 Units) in home games vs. division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 13-18 ATS (-13.5 Units) in home games after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 11-16 ATS (-15.1 Units) in home games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 9-4 (+6.1 Units) against the spread versus EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 9-4-0 straight up against EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
6 of 11 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+0.7 Units)




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SAN JOSE (42-25-0-3, 87 pts.) at PHOENIX (28-38-0-3, 59 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHOENIX is 128-98 ATS (+22.7 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
PHOENIX is 99-120 ATS (-69.7 Units) in home games second half of the season since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHOENIX is 8-6 (+7.3 Units) against the spread versus SAN JOSE over the last 3 seasons
PHOENIX is 8-6-0 straight up against SAN JOSE over the last 3 seasons
8 of 14 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.3 Units)




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ST LOUIS (29-29-0-11, 69 pts.) at VANCOUVER (41-23-0-6, 88 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VANCOUVER is 41-29 ATS (+88.6 Units) in all games this season.
VANCOUVER is 41-29 ATS (+9.2 Units) as an underdog or pick on the puck line this season.
VANCOUVER is 41-29 ATS (+41.0 Units) as a favorite or even on the puck line this season.
VANCOUVER is 21-10 ATS (+6.3 Units) second half of the season this season.
VANCOUVER is 17-10 ATS (+3.5 Units) after a division game this season.
ST LOUIS is 17-14 ATS (+36.1 Units) second half of the season this season.
ST LOUIS is 11-7 ATS (+21.7 Units) after 3 or more consecutive overs over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 15-17 ATS (+45.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
ST LOUIS is 11-6 ATS (+20.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season this season.
VANCOUVER is 23-36 ATS (-22.9 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ST LOUIS is 5-2 (+9.2 Units) against the spread versus VANCOUVER over the last 3 seasons
ST LOUIS is 5-2-0 straight up against VANCOUVER over the last 3 seasons
6 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.8 Units)




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CHICAGO (26-34-0-9, 61 pts.) at LOS ANGELES (23-34-0-13, 59 pts.) - 3/15/2007, 10:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CHICAGO is 148-196 ATS (-74.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1996.
CHICAGO is 78-81 ATS (+186.7 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 since 1996.
LOS ANGELES is 7-25 ATS (+41.3 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
LOS ANGELES is 4-18 ATS (+29.0 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 3-3 (+0.4 Units) against the spread versus LOS ANGELES over the last 3 seasons
LOS ANGELES is 3-3-0 straight up against CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
5 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.0 Units)




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NCAAB
Dunkel Index
(Thursday, Friday)


THURSDAY, MARCH 15

Game 807-808: Old Dominion vs. Butler
Dunkel Ratings: Old Dominion 64.821; Butler 63.829
Dunkel Line: Old Dominion by 1
Vegas Line: Butler by 1
Dunkel Pick: Old Dominion (+1)

Game 809-810: Davidson vs. Maryland
Dunkel Ratings: Davidson 63.891; Maryland 74.350
Dunkel Line: Maryland by 10 1/2
Vegas Line: Maryland by 6 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Maryland (-6 1/2)

Game 811-812: VA Commonwealth vs. Duke
Dunkel Ratings: VA Commonwealth 63.461; Duke 68.565
Dunkel Line: Duke by 5
Vegas Line: Duke by 6 1/2
Dunkel Pick: VA Commonwealth (+6 1/2)

Game 813-814: Wright State vs. Pittsburgh
Dunkel Ratings: Wright State 63.124; Pittsburgh 70.496
Dunkel Line: Pittsburgh by 7 1/2
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh by 10
Dunkel Pick: Wright State (+10)

Game 815-816: Eastern Kentucky vs. North Carolina
Dunkel Ratings: Eastern Kentucky 49.915; North Carolina 78.845
Dunkel Line: North Carolina by 29
Vegas Line: North Carolina by 26
Dunkel Pick: North Carolina (-26)

Game 817-818: Michigan State vs. Marquette
Dunkel Ratings: Michigan State 68.343; Marquette 69.811
Dunkel Line: Marquette by 1 1/2
Vegas Line: Michigan State by 1 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Marquette (+1 1/2)

Game 819-820: Texas Tech vs. Boston College
Dunkel Ratings: Texas Tech 66.197; Boston College 65.385
Dunkel Line: Texas Tech by 1
Vegas Line: Boston College by 3
Dunkel Pick: Texas Tech (+3)

Game 821-822: Belmont vs. Georgetown
Dunkel Ratings: Belmont 55.240; Georgetown 75.899
Dunkel Line: Georgetown by 20 1/2
Vegas Line: Georgetown by 16 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Georgetown (-16 1/2)

Game 823-824: Central Connecticut St. vs. Ohio State
Dunkel Ratings: Central Connecticut St. 57.111; Ohio State 74.447
Dunkel Line: Ohio State by 17 1/2
Vegas Line: Ohio State by 22
Dunkel Pick: Central Connecticut St. (+22)

Game 825-826: Xavier vs. BYU
Dunkel Ratings: Xavier 66.694; BYU 67.967
Dunkel Line: BYU by 1 1/2
Vegas Line: Xavier by 1 1/2
Dunkel Pick: BYU (+1 1/2)

Game 827-828: Stanford vs. Louisville
Dunkel Ratings: Stanford 64.325; Louisville 74.704
Dunkel Line: Louisville by 10 1/2
Vegas Line: Louisville by 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Louisville (-5 1/2)

Game 829-830: Pennsylvania vs. Texas A&M
Dunkel Ratings: Pennsylvania 58.715; Texas A&M 76.731
Dunkel Line: Texas A&M by 18
Vegas Line: Texas A&M by 13 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Texas A&M (-13 1/2)

Game 831-832: Gonzaga vs. Indiana
Dunkel Ratings: Gonzaga 64.194; Indiana 68.446
Dunkel Line: Indiana by 4 1/2
Vegas Line: Indiana by 1
Dunkel Pick: Indiana (-1)

Game 833-834: Weber State vs. UCLA
Dunkel Ratings: Weber State 50.061; UCLA 74.818
Dunkel Line: UCLA by 25
Vegas Line: UCLA by 19 1/2
Dunkel Pick: UCLA (-19 1/2)

Game 835-836: George Washington vs. Vanderbilt
Dunkel Ratings: George Washington 62.283; Vanderbilt 64.867
Dunkel Line: Vanderbilt by 2 1/2
Vegas Line: Vanderbilt by 3 1/2
Dunkel Pick: George Washington (+3 1/2)

Game 837-838: Oral Roberts vs. Washington State
Dunkel Ratings: Oral Roberts 57.689; Washington State 68.701
Dunkel Line: Washington State by 11
Vegas Line: Washington State by 6 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Washington State (-6 1/2)


FRIDAY, MARCH 16

Game 619-620: Illinois vs. Virginia Tech
Dunkel Ratings: Illinois 67.756; Virginia Tech 66.990
Dunkel Line: Illinois by 1
Vegas Line: Virginia Tech by 3
Dunkel Pick: Illinois (+3)

Game 621-622: Holy Cross vs. Southern Illinois
Dunkel Ratings: Holy Cross 58.994; Southern Illinois 68.608
Dunkel Line: Southern Illinois by 9 1/2
Vegas Line: Southern Illinois by 7
Dunkel Pick: Southern Illinois (-7)

Game 623-624: Long Beach State vs. Tennessee
Dunkel Ratings: Long Beach State 59.143; Tennessee 69.450
Dunkel Line: Tennessee by 10 1/2
Vegas Line: Tennessee by 7
Dunkel Pick: Tennessee (-7)

Game 625-626: Albany vs. Virginia
Dunkel Ratings: Albany 54.725; Virginia 66.592
Dunkel Line: Virginia by 12
Vegas Line: Virginia by 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Virginia (-7 1/2)

Game 627-628: Georgia Tech vs. UNLV
Dunkel Ratings: Georgia Tech 68.930; UNLV 69.319
Dunkel Line: UNLV by 1
Vegas Line: Georgia Tech by 1 1/2
Dunkel Pick: UNLV (+1 1/2)

Game 629-630: Texas A&M Corpus Christi vs. Wisconsin
Dunkel Ratings: Texas A&M Corpus Christi 57.127; Wisconsin 73.575
Dunkel Line: Wisconsin by 16 1/2
Vegas Line: Wisconsin by 13
Dunkel Pick: Wisconsin (-13)

Game 631-632: Niagara vs. Kansas
Dunkel Ratings: N/A
Dunkel Line: N/A
Vegas Line: N/A
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 633-634: Villanova vs. Kentucky
Dunkel Ratings: Villanova 71.278; Kentucky 68.145
Dunkel Line: Villanova by 3
Vegas Line: Pick
Dunkel Pick: Villanova

Game 635-636: Jackson State vs. Florida
Dunkel Ratings: Jackson State 42.447; Florida 77.400
Dunkel Line: Florida by 35
Vegas Line: Florida by 28
Dunkel Pick: Florida (-28)

Game 637-638: Purdue vs. Arizona
Dunkel Ratings: Purdue 70.108; Arizona 66.546
Dunkel Line: Purdue by 4 1/2
Vegas Line: Arizona by 2
Dunkel Pick: Purdue (+2)

Game 639-640: Creighton vs. Nevada
Dunkel Ratings: Creighton 69.294; Nevada 64.794
Dunkel Line: Creighton by 4 1/2
Vegas Line: Nevada by 1
Dunkel Pick: Creighton (+1)

Game 641-642: North Texas vs. Memphis
Dunkel Ratings: North Texas 51.576; Memphis 74.420
Dunkel Line: Memphis by 23
Vegas Line: Memphis by 17 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Memphis (-17 1/2)

Game 643-644: Winthrop vs. Notre Dame
Dunkel Ratings: Winthrop 63.333; Notre Dame 71.875
Dunkel Line: Notre Dame by 8 1/2
Vegas Line: Notre Dame by 4
Dunkel Pick: Notre Dame (-4)

Game 645-646: Miami (OH) vs. Oregon
Dunkel Ratings: Miami (OH) 58.090; Oregon 73.044
Dunkel Line: Oregon by 15
Vegas Line: Oregon by 8 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Oregon (-8 1/2)

Game 647-648: Arkansas vs. USC
Dunkel Ratings: Arkansas 70.983; USC 66.993
Dunkel Line: Arkansas by 4
Vegas Line: USC by 1 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Arkansas (+1 1/2)

Game 649-650: New Mexico State vs. Texas
Dunkel Ratings: New Mexico State 60.660; Texas 73.899
Dunkel Line: Texas by 13
Vegas Line: Texas by 9
Dunkel Pick: Texas (-9)

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NCAAB
Short Sheet
NIT
Games 839/840, 841/842

Thursday, March 15th

NIT Tournament
Second Round
Bottom Team is Home

Michigan at Florida State, 7:00 EST ESPNU
Michigan: 3-8 ATS in road games
Florida State: 7-1 Under in tournament games

Massachusetts at West Virginia, 9:00 EST ESPNU
Massachusetts: 5-1 Under vs. Big East opponents
West Virginia: 8-1 ATS vs. non-conference opponents

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

[GrandPa]

Thanks guys, my fave thread usually, but the Six-Pack is a ripoff today! LOL

[pm530]

Yes, after seeing it, I was about ready for a six-pack!

[pm530]

Good Luck today!

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NCAAB
Write up - NIT


Thursday, March 15

NIT
Florida State shot 62.3% from floor in win over Toledo in first round game; Seminoles are good with Douglas back in lineup, winning four of their last five games. Michigan lost six of last seven road games, winning only at Minnesota. Seminoles won 12 of 14 non-ACC games, losing only to Pitt, Wisconsin; they are 7-5 vs spread as favorite. Michigan is 3-8 as an underdog.

West Virginia crushed Delaware State in first round game, with 39-13 halftime lead, while UMass beat much tougher foes when they nipped Alabama in OT. UMass won seven of its last eight games, winning four of last five on road, but they're just 1-4 vs spread as underdog this season. WVa offense hard to prepare for in just a day; they covered five of last seven as favorite.