Friday Trends and Indexes 11/23

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Hockey – Long Sheet

NHL
Long Sheet


Friday, November 23

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NY ISLANDERS (11-7-0-0, 22 pts.) at BOSTON (10-7-0-2, 22 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NY ISLANDERS are 38-34 ATS (+79.9 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
NY ISLANDERS are 54-47 ATS (+114.6 Units) in road games after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY ISLANDERS is 7-1 (+6.8 Units) against the spread versus BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
NY ISLANDERS is 7-1-0 straight up against BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.5 Units)

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WASHINGTON (6-14-0-1, 13 pts.) at PHILADELPHIA (12-7-0-1, 25 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 1-9 ATS (+12.7 Units) in November games this season.
WASHINGTON is 0-7 ATS (+7.7 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 1-9 ATS (-16.2 Units) in home games after 3 or more consecutive overs over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 14-24 ATS (-11.0 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 11-34 ATS (-29.7 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 5-4 (+1.8 Units) against the spread versus PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
WASHINGTON is 5-4-0 straight up against PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.7 Units)

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COLUMBUS (9-8-0-4, 22 pts.) at MINNESOTA (11-8-0-2, 24 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 2:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLUMBUS is 5-19 ATS (+30.5 Units) in November games over the last 2 seasons.
COLUMBUS is 27-65 ATS (+116.7 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more since 1996.
MINNESOTA is 23-7 ATS (+10.8 Units) in home games first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 43-20 ATS (+16.0 Units) in home games after allowing 4 goals or more since 1996.
MINNESOTA is 38-21 ATS (+15.1 Units) in home games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
COLUMBUS is 42-46 ATS (+111.9 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent over the last 3 seasons.
COLUMBUS is 22-26 ATS (+69.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
COLUMBUS is 5-4 (+2.8 Units) against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
COLUMBUS is 5-4-0 straight up against MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.7 Units)

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PHOENIX (9-10-0-0, 18 pts.) at ANAHEIM (10-9-0-3, 23 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 4:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHOENIX is 6-3 ATS (+11.4 Units) in road games first half of the season this season.
PHOENIX is 38-23 ATS (+65.3 Units) in road games on Friday nights since 1996.
PHOENIX is 67-63 ATS (+151.7 Units) in road games vs. division opponents since 1996.
PHOENIX is 54-53 ATS (+124.5 Units) in road games after a division game since 1996.
PHOENIX is 129-103 ATS (+20.4 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
ANAHEIM is 27-25 ATS (-7.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
ANAHEIM is 6-9 ATS (-14.9 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ANAHEIM is 14-5 (+4.3 Units) against the spread versus PHOENIX over the last 3 seasons
ANAHEIM is 14-5-0 straight up against PHOENIX over the last 3 seasons
10 of 19 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.2 Units, Under=-1.8 Units)

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TAMPA BAY (10-9-0-2, 22 pts.) at CAROLINA (12-7-0-3, 27 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TAMPA BAY is 19-49 ATS (+77.8 Units) in road games in November games since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
TAMPA BAY is 12-6 (+7.4 Units) against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
TAMPA BAY is 12-6-0 straight up against CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
9 of 15 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.0 Units)

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MONTREAL (12-6-0-3, 27 pts.) at BUFFALO (8-10-0-1, 17 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MONTREAL is 20-25 ATS (-17.2 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
BUFFALO is 169-111 ATS (+5.0 Units) vs. division opponents since 1996.
BUFFALO is 64-29 ATS (+19.4 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BUFFALO is 10-9-0 straight up against MONTREAL over the last 3 seasons
12 of 17 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+6.6 Units)

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NY RANGERS (13-8-0-1, 27 pts.) at FLORIDA (10-12-0-1, 21 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA is 28-16 ATS (+10.5 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
NY RANGERS are 10-4 ATS (+14.4 Units) in road games in November games over the last 2 seasons.
FLORIDA is 61-88 ATS (+160.3 Units) in a home game where where the total is 5 or less since 1996.
FLORIDA is 9-28 ATS (-24.7 Units) in November games over the last 3 seasons.
FLORIDA is 69-106 ATS (+199.2 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more since 1996.
FLORIDA is 80-123 ATS (+203.8 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY RANGERS is 6-3 (+1.4 Units) against the spread versus FLORIDA over the last 3 seasons
NY RANGERS is 6-3-0 straight up against FLORIDA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.4 Units)

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NEW JERSEY (9-10-0-2, 20 pts.) at ATLANTA (11-10-0-0, 22 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ATLANTA is 7-2 ATS (+4.7 Units) in November games this season.
NEW JERSEY is 14-6 ATS (+7.6 Units) in road games after a division game over the last 2 seasons.
ATLANTA is 14-25 ATS (+44.3 Units) after a 3 game unbeaten streak since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 7-2 (+6.6 Units) against the spread versus NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 7-2-0 straight up against NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.9 Units)

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TORONTO (8-9-0-5, 21 pts.) at DALLAS (10-7-0-4, 24 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TORONTO is 15-24 ATS (-18.7 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 8-17 ATS (-15.5 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 20-3 ATS (+15.5 Units) in a home game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 72-63 ATS (+144.9 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more since 1996.
TORONTO is 63-53 ATS (+125.5 Units) in road games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
DALLAS is 54-52 ATS (-68.3 Units) in home games after a 3 game unbeaten streak since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
DALLAS is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 1-0-0 straight up against TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.1 Units)

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VANCOUVER (11-8-0-2, 24 pts.) at ST LOUIS (11-8-0-0, 22 pts.) - 11/23/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ST LOUIS is 11-4 ATS (+16.1 Units) in home games after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 24-27 ATS (+68.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 65-50 ATS (+3.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 68-58 ATS (+132.3 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5 or less since 1996.
VANCOUVER is 11-3 ATS (+14.1 Units) in road games on Friday nights over the last 3 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 29-14 ATS (+10.7 Units) after a division game over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 88-65 ATS (+156.5 Units) in road games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
VANCOUVER is 16-14 ATS (+36.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ST LOUIS is 5-3 (+8.2 Units) against the spread versus VANCOUVER over the last 3 seasons
ST LOUIS is 5-3-0 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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National Basketball Association - Short Sheet

NBA
Short Sheet


Friday, November 23rd

Golden State at Washington, 7:05 EST
Golden State: 24-8 ATS as a road favorite of 6 points or less
Washington: 9-23 ATS after scoring 110 points

Charlotte at Orlando, 7:05 EST
Charlotte: 10-0 ATS off home division loss
Orlando: 10-0 Over at home after coverng 8 of 10 ATS

LA Lakers at Boston, 7:35 EST
LA Lakers: 15-5 Over vs. Boston
Boston: 6-1 ATS off ATS win

Philadelphia at Detroit, 8:05 EST
Philadelphia: 6-0 Under off a SU loss
Detroit: 1-5 ATS off a SU win

Dallas at Indiana, 8:05 EST
Dallas: 5-1 Over off an Over
Indiana: 7-0 ATS off DD win as road dog of 6 or more

Houston at Miami, 8:05 EST ESPN
Houston: 14-3 ATS Away off a SU loss as favorite
Miami: 12-3 Under as a home underdog

Memphis at San Antonio, 8:35 EST
Memphis: 14-4 Under off SU loss as home favorite
San Antonio: 4-17 ATS at home vs. division opponents

Minnesota at Denver, 9:05 EST
Minnesota: 9-1 Under Away in December
Denver: 5-1 ATS as home favorite

LA Clippers at Phoenix, 9:05 EST
LA Clippers: 6-1 Over at Phoenix
Phoenix: 32-18 Over off DD home win

New Orleans at Utah, 9:05 EST
New Orleans: 24-8 ATS off non-conference game
Utah: 0-3 ATS as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points

Sacramento at Portland, 10:05 EST
Sacramento: 0-6 ATS in road games
Portland: 3-0 ATS as home underdog

New Jersey at Seattle, 10:35 EST ESPN
New Jersey: 0-3 ATS when the total is between 190 and 199.5
Seattle: 5-1 Under after allowing 105+ points

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National Hockey League - Short Sheet

NHL
Short Sheet


Friday, November 23rd

NY Islanders at Boston, 12:05 EST
NY Islanders: 7-1 SU vs. Boston
Boston: 7-1 Under at home if total is 5.5

Washington at Philadelphia, 1:05 EST
Washington: 0-7 SU after a loss by 2+ goals
Philadelphia: 16-4 SU at home vs. Washington

Columbus at Minnesota, 2:05 EST
Columbus: 4-14 SU after allowing 5+ goals
Minnesota: 10-3 SU at home vs. Columbus

Phoenix at Anaheim, 4:05 EST
Phoenix: 3-16 SU off home win
Anaheim: 8-2 SU at home vs. Phoenix

Tampa Bay at Carolina, 7:05 EST
Tampa Bay: 1-7 SU as a road underdog of +100 to +150
Carolina: 7-2 SU off a SU loss

Montreal at Buffalo, 7:35 EST
Montreal: 1-6 SU revenging a road loss
Buffalo: 4-0 SU off win by 2+ goals

NY Rangers at Florida, 7:35 EST
NY Rangers: 7-0 SU after having won 3 of their last 4
Florida: 9-28 SU in the month of November

New Jersey at Atlanta, 7:35 EST
New Jersey: 0-5 SU off BB road wins
Atlanta: 5-0 SU after scoring 3+ goals in 3 straight games

Toronto at Dallas, 8:35 EST
Toronto: 6-0 Over off BB home games
Dallas: 0-6 SU playing their 3rd game in 5 days

Vancouver at St. Louis, 8:35 EST
Vancouver: 17-6 SU off BB Overs
St. Louis: 6-22 SU off shutout road loss

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College Basketball – Write up (updated)

NCAAB
Write-up


Friday, November 23

(Updated with addtional games)

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Friday's College Basketball

Top Five Games

Florida State (+8) beat Florida 70-66 LY; now inexperienced but talented Gators have toughest foe yet, after hammering bunch of stiffs in their first five games. Seminoles lost couple of close games on neutral court (Cleveland State, USF) but also beat on Georgia Southern team by 25 that went 3-0 in their tournament.

George Mason shredded young K-State team last night, draw another young team in Villanova, which beat local favorite UCF 76-68. Patriots scored 87 last night despite turning ball over 20 times- they got to line 38 times. Villanova takes lot of 3's (11-30) Thursday; Mason held K-State to 2-16 from arc last night.

Texas A&M has edge in experience over young Ohio St squad that beat local favorite Syracuse Wednesday; Aggies took 40 foul shots Wednesday (22-40), held Washington to 38.5% from floor. Buckeyes ehld Syracuse to 36.2%, 5-25 from arc, winning what was basically a road game, given Orange crowd support.

Southern Illinois' defensive pressure stifled Chattanooga last night, holding Mocs to 29.7% from floor, forcing 26 turnovers; now they get bigger, more athletic Mississippi St team that beat local favorite Irvine in first round. Bulldogs were +16 on boards vs UCI, held Anteaters to 35.2% shooting from the floor.

Texas Tech had easy time with UAA Thursday, now they go way up in class, facing Gonzaga, who beat Western Kentucky in high level game last night, primarily because they got WKU in foul trouble (Zags had 28-17 edge in FTs taken). Tech lost to Sam Houston earlier this month;they haven't fared well up in Alaska in past visits (3-4 after Thursday's win).

Rest of the Card

-- Buffalo lost 82-57 at UConn (+17.5), then got whacked by 17 at Niagara Tuesday. Pitt's best win so far was 69-58 vs St Louis 12 days ago. Panthers are picked to finish 8th in the Big East.

-- Alabama lost to Belmont at home in last game, as they keep looking for PG with Steele (knees) out for year. Southern Miss lost 67-59 at Cal last week; they're picked 4th in better C-USA.

-- Yale is spunky dog, as evidenced by 72-61 cover at Stanford Tuesday (+18). UCLA is just back from big win in Kansas City vs Michigan State, winning after being down 36-25 at the half.

-- Penn State lost 74-67 yesterday to South Carolina, going 4-25 from arc but they outrebounded Carolina 50-28. Rider led NC State at half, but lost 72-63, getting outscored 23-5 from charity stripe. Star Thompson played 39 minutes yesterday.

-- South Carolina has talented new transfers in backcourt; they beat Penn State by 7 Thursday, behind explosive Downey, who ran amuck vs Lions. NC State is struggling some, losing to New Orleans in last game before yesterday's struggle vs Rider.

-- Central Florida is home team for this event; they're picked 7th in improved C-USA; Knights already beat Nevada, hung in vs Villanova last night. Kansas State is young, very talented, but immature; they almost lost it with refs last night, a bad sign.

-- Loyola Md is 3-2 so far, with pair of 4-point wins; they're the #2 pick in MAAC, improved league. Howard just beat LaSalle and Penn; they're picked fifth in usually-weak MEAC.

-- Robert Morris is picked 3rd in NEC; they took Seton Hall to OT before losing, good sign. Drexel lost by 14 at Virginia, beat Penn in OT; they're doing little rebuilding this year, picked #4 in rebuilding CAA.

-- Virginia had great win at Arizona Saturday, then came home, beat Drexel by 14 Tuesday. Penn is struggling, losing three of their first four games. Quakers are not favored to win Ivy for first time in many years.

-- Seton Hall hasn't lost yet, but they needed OT to beat both Monmouth, Robert Morris- they're young, improving. Navy is picked 7th in Patriot League; they beat Canisius in last game.

-- Washington took just 15 FTs to 40 for Texas A&M in loss on Wednesday; Huskies were 2-13 from arc, which is where they'll miss injured Appleby. Syracuse shot 36% in loss to Buckeyes, missing 20 of 25 treys, but they're young, figure to improve.

-- Ohio State has Greek big man Koufos, who is inside/outside threat; they shot 9-19 from arc, 49% for game, withstanding -10 night on boards vs Syracuse. Texas Aggies were just 22-40 on line vs Washington, but they held Huskies to 38% from floor.

-- Longwood lost 100-49 at Indiana Sunday, 80-62 to Kent State Tuesday. NC-Wilmington also lost to Indiana (95-71), after they lost to Illinois State 89-73 and beat Charleston 98-91 in overtime.

-- SE Missouri State beat Evansville by 10 Tuesday, after losing 90-59 to Xavier, 90-71 to Illinois State. Coppin State is picked to finish 4th in MEAC; they have four starters back from LY, five seniors on the roster overall.

-- Kent won three in row since losing its opener at Detroit 61-60 they have all five starters back from LY's 21-11 team, expects to compete for MAC title. Xavier lost to Miami, Kent's MAC rival.

-- Indiana won its first three games by 99-79/100-49/95-71, even though they fell behind early in couple of those games. Illinois State has four starters back from LY, is picked for ytop half of Missouri Valley.

-- Hartfordis lower-rung America East team with no one taller than 6-7; not good- they got crushed by Louisville, BYU in last two games. Jackson State won its league LY, but got pounded so far this season, by Baylor, Louisville, BYU.

-- Iona was 2-28 LY, fired its coach; they lost to Princeton by 8, UNC by 35, ODU by 11, SC State also has new coach; they lost to Gamecocks by 25, Tar Heels by 46, Old Dominion by 10.
-- Louisville is loaded despite losing Padgett (knee); they're #8 pick nationally, with three starters back from 24-10 club. BYU is picked to win Mountain West, but league is down- they lost a lot to graduation.

-- Old Dominion lost by 13 to Clemson last week; they're young team picked to finish 3rd in CAA. North Carolina better not be looking ahead to matchup with Louisville in next round; they're loaded team though, so this is tough for young Monarchs.

-- Cal-Irvine was -16 on boards in loss to Miss State Thursday; Chattanooga had 26 turnovers, shot under 30% in loss to the Salukis; they've had lousy second halves when they've played good teams this month.

-- South Alabama has new coach in Ronnie Arrow; Jaguars hit on just 8-21 from foul line in game they lost by five points. San Diego lost by 10 to USC, in game that closer than that- they'll be glad not to see OJ Mayo on other bench tonight.

-- Miami, OH edged South Alabama last night 64-59, lucky that Jags missed 13 of 21 foul shots. Mayo, Gibson both had 20 for USC team that figures to get lot better as season progresses; they beat gritty San Diego club by 10.

-- Eastern Washington has been like a pinata this season, with losses by 27,35,14,17 points- they lost 69-52 to Va Tech in first round here. Michigan lost its last two games, as they learn the Beilein system.

-- Butler can really shoot; they beat Michigan 79-65 first round, also have beaten Ball State (61-45), Indiana State (76-48) and Evansville (60-47). Virginia Tech lost it backcourt from NCAA team LY; they're picked 11th in 12-team ACC.

-- Gonzaga had 43-30 edge on boards vs WKU, 28-17 edge in FTs tried, in close 74-71 win last night. Texas Tech had it easy against host team, leading 42-20 at half. Raiders already lost at Sam Houston this season.

-- Valparaiso is picked to finish 6th in first year in the Horizon League; they lost by 9 at Vanderbilt Tuesday, in toughest game they've had so far- Crusaders have all five starters back from a team that finished third in Summit League last year.

-- Bradley got upset at Ill-Chicago in opener, then beat Iowa St 65-56 in next game, before beating couple of stiff teams, Iowa is 4-0 under former Butler coach Lickliter, beating four cupcakes.

-- Vanderbilt is 3-0, with win at Toledo; they beat Valpo, Austin Peay, are picked 5th in tough SEC East. Utah State got upset at Irvine, after also losing at Cal Poly; they're picked 2nd in WAC.

-- New Mexico State has had problems getting guys eligible in Menzies' first year; they lost 86-61 at Duke, 80-72 at Ohio in pair of early road games. Texas was 10-9 LY away from Austin, with Durant- this is their toughest game since he's gone to NBA.

-- Tennessee's pressure has been killing teams so far, but they haven't played anyone. This is first real test for West Virginia in Huggins era; they have three starters back from a 27-9 team, but are changing styles fairly drastically.

-- Georgia Southern beat Furman twice LY, 72-70/57-55, and is 3-1 this season, losing 92-67 to Florida State, then winning 3 in a row in tourney, with wins over Cleveland State, UAB. Furman is 0-3 so far, losing at NC-Asheville, Clemson, Saint Louis.

-- Oregon St. is waiting for Kansas transfer Giles to be eligible (after 7th game); until then, they're not very good. Idaho State is 1-3 vs D-I teams, losing at Iowa (58-43), BYU (90-69), Long Beach State (66-61 OT).

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College Basketball – Short Sheet

NCAAB
Short Sheet


(Partial short sheet follows. Updated info will be posted when available)

Friday, November 23rd

(TC) Florida State at Florida, 8:00 EST
Florida State: 9-2 Over off a win by 15+ points
Florida: 7-0 ATS at home off a non-conference game

Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 7:30 EST
Buffalo: 22-9 Over playing their second game in seven days
Pittsburgh: 15-2 ATS on Friday nights

Southern Miss at Alabama, 8:00 EST
Southern Miss: 14-2 ATS after playing as a road underdog
Alabama: 7-21 ATS off a home game

Yale at UCLA, 10:30 EST
Yale: 20-8 ATS as a road underdog of 12.5+ points
UCLA: 14-30 ATS at home off an Under


Old Spice Classic
Orlando, Florida
Semifinals

Rider at Penn State, 10:30am EST ESPN2
Rider: 31-51 ATS after playing as an underdog
Penn State: 16-5 ATS playing their second game in three days

South Carolina at NC State, 12:50 EST ESPN2
South Carolina: 15-5 ATS away off an ATS win
NC State: 6-17 ATS off a SU win / ATS loss

George Mason vs. Villanova, 5:00 EST ESPN2
George Mason: 14-28 ATS away off BB ATS wins
Villanova: 19-8 Over off 3+ non-conference games

(TC) Kansas State vs. Central Florida, 7:30 EST ESPNU
Kansas State: 5-1 Under off a loss as a favorite
Central Florida: 16-5 ATS off an ATS loss


Philly Classic
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Semifinals

Howard vs. Loyola Maryland, 12:00 EST
Howard: No trends available
Loyola Maryland: 10-1 ATS away off a road game

Robert Morris vs. Drexel, 2:20 EST
Robert Morris: 1-6 ATS as an underdog
Drexel: 10-3 ATS off a road loss scoring 60 or less points

(TC) Virginia vs. Pennsylvnia, 9:20 EST
Virginia: 21-41 ATS away off an ATS win
Pennsylvania: 19-8 ATS away after scoring 80+ points

(TC) Navy vs. Seton Hall, 7:00 EST
Navy: 0-3 ATS off a win
Seton Hall: 14-4 ATS after making 78%+ of their free throws


Chicago Invitational
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Semifinals

Longwood vs. NC Wilmington, 1:00 EST
Longwood: No trends available
NC Wilmington: 25-8 ATS in tournament games

Coppin State vs. SE Missouri State, 3:30 EST
Coppin State: 4-0 ATS after being outrebounded by 15+ boards
SE Missouri State: 1-8 ATS on Friday nights

Kent State vs. Xavier, 6:00 EST
Kent State: 7-0 Under off BB wins by 10+ points
Xavier: 10-2 ATS off an ATS loss

Indiana vs. Illinois State, 8:30 EST
Indiana: 16-6 ATS off BB games scoring 80+ points
Illinois State: 5-15 ATS away off a combined score of 155+ points


** (TC) Denotes Time Change

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National Hockey League – Write up

NHL
Write-up


Friday, November 23

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Today's NHL analysis

Hot Teams
-- Bruins won three of their last four games.
-- Flyers are 6-2 at home, but lost last two there.
-- Minnesota won three of last four home games.
-- Anaheim won four of its last five games. Coyotes won two in a row, allowing only one goal.
-- Sabres won three of their last four home games.
-- Panthers won three of their last four games. Rangers won six of their last seven games.
-- Thrashers won four in row, nine of last eleven games. Devils won their last three road games.
-- Dallas won last three games, outscoring foes 11-2.
-- Blues won four of their last five games. Canucks won six of their last eight games.

Cold Teams
-- Islanders are 3-5 in their last eight road games.
-- Washington lost last five games; they fired coach Thursday.
-- Columbus lost seven of its last eight games.
-- Carolina lost three of its last four games. Lightning are 2-8 on the road this season.
-- Montreal is 1-5 in game following its last six wins.
-- Toronto lost four of its last five games.

Series Records
-- Islanders won seven of their last eight against the Bruins.
-- Flyers beat Caps 3-2 Nov 2, their first win in last five games vs Washington.
-- Home side won eight of last nine Blue Jacket-Wild games.
-- Phoenix lost nine of last ten visits to Anaheim.
-- Lightning won six in row vs Carolina, by total score of 28-11.
-- Home side won last six Buffalo-Montreal games.
-- Rangers won three of last four against Florida.
-- Thrashers are 7-2 in last nine games against the Devils.
-- Dallas won 2-1 at Toronto two years ago, in only meeting in last two seasons.
-- Canucks won three of last four against St Louis.

Totals
-- Last nine Islander games stayed under the total.
-- Four of last five Philly games went over the total.
-- Over is 4-1-1 in last six Columbus games.
-- Four of last five Phoenix games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 3-1-1 in last five Carolina home games.
-- Six of last seven Buffalo games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 12-4 in last sixteen Ranger games.
-- Five of last six Atlanta-Devil games went over the total. .
-- Under is 5-2-2 in last nine Toronto games.
-- Seven of last eight St Louis-Vancouver games stayed under.

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College Basketball – Short Sheet (updated)

NCAAB
Short Sheet


(Complete schedule update)

Friday, November 23rd

(TC) Florida State at Florida, 8:00 EST
Florida State: 9-2 Over off a win by 15+ points
Florida: 7-0 ATS at home off a non-conference game

Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 7:30 EST
Buffalo: 22-9 Over playing their second game in seven days
Pittsburgh: 15-2 ATS on Friday nights

Southern Miss at Alabama, 8:00 EST
Southern Miss: 14-2 ATS after playing as a road underdog
Alabama: 7-21 ATS off a home game

Yale at UCLA, 10:30 EST
Yale: 20-8 ATS as a road underdog of 12.5+ points
UCLA: 14-30 ATS at home off an Under


Old Spice Classic
Orlando, Florida
Semifinals

Rider at Penn State, 10:30am EST ESPN2
Rider: 31-51 ATS after playing as an underdog
Penn State: 16-5 ATS playing their second game in three days

South Carolina at NC State, 12:50 EST ESPN2
South Carolina: 15-5 ATS away off an ATS win
NC State: 6-17 ATS off a SU win / ATS loss

George Mason vs. Villanova, 5:00 EST ESPN2
George Mason: 14-28 ATS away off BB ATS wins
Villanova: 19-8 Over off 3+ non-conference games

(TC) Kansas State vs. Central Florida, 7:30 EST ESPNU
Kansas State: 5-1 Under off a loss as a favorite
Central Florida: 16-5 ATS off an ATS loss


Philly Classic
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Semifinals

Howard vs. Loyola Maryland, 12:00 EST
Howard: No trends available
Loyola Maryland: 10-1 ATS away off a road game

Robert Morris vs. Drexel, 2:20 EST
Robert Morris: 1-6 ATS as an underdog
Drexel: 10-3 ATS off a road loss scoring 60 or less points

(TC) Virginia vs. Pennsylvnia, 9:20 EST
Virginia: 21-41 ATS away off an ATS win
Pennsylvania: 19-8 ATS away after scoring 80+ points

(TC) Navy vs. Seton Hall, 7:00 EST
Navy: 0-3 ATS off a win
Seton Hall: 14-4 ATS after making 78%+ of their free throws


Chicago Invitational
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Semifinals

Longwood vs. NC Wilmington, 1:00 EST
Longwood: No trends available
NC Wilmington: 25-8 ATS in tournament games

Coppin State vs. SE Missouri State, 3:30 EST
Coppin State: 4-0 ATS after being outrebounded by 15+ boards
SE Missouri State: 1-8 ATS on Friday nights

Kent State vs. Xavier, 6:00 EST
Kent State: 7-0 Under off BB wins by 10+ points
Xavier: 10-2 ATS off an ATS loss

Indiana vs. Illinois State, 8:30 EST
Indiana: 16-6 ATS off BB games scoring 80+ points
Illinois State: 5-15 ATS away off a combined score of 155+ points


Las Vegas Invitational
Las Vegas, Nevada
Semifinals

(TC) Jackson State vs. Hartford, 6:30 EST
Jackson State: 4-1 ATS off a road game
Hartford: 0-4 ATS in November

(TC) South Carolina State vs. Iona, 4:00 EST
SC State: 0-3 ATS playing their second game in eight days
Iona: 14-4 Over off BB Overs

BYU vs. Louisville, 9:00 EST
BYU: 0-6 ATS away off BB home wins
Louisville: 6-0 ATS off a road win

(TC) Old Dominion vs. North Carolina, 11:59 EST ESPNU
Old Dominion: 14-5 ATS off a win by 10+ points
North Carolina: 8-2 Over as a neutral court favorite of 12.5+ points


Anaheim Classic
Anaheim, California
Semifinals

Mississippi State vs. Southern Illinois, 3:00 EST ESPN2
Mississippi State: 14-5 ATS off a win
Southern Illinois: 1-7 ATS off BB wins by 15+ points

Tennessee Chattanooga vs. Cal Irvine, 5:30 EST ESPNU
Tennessee Chatt: 6-0 ATS after committing 25+ turnovers
Cal Irvine: 1-6 ATS in tournament games

South Alabama at San Diego, 10:00 EST ESPNU
South Alabama: 8-2 ATS playing their second game in three days
San Diego: 1-5 ATS off a SU loss / ATS win

Miami OH vs. USC, 12:30am EST ESPN2
Miami OH: 7-0 ATS in tournament games
USC: 7-0 Under off BB wins by 10+ points


Great Alaska Shootout
Anchorage, Alaska
Semifinals

Eastern Washington vs. Michigan, 4:00 EST
Eastern Washington: 24-8 Over as an underdog
Michigan: 11-26 ATS in November

Western Kentucky vs. Alaska Anchorage, 6:20 EST
Western Kentucky: No trends available
AK Anchorage: No trends available

Virginia Tech vs. Butler, 9:30 EST
Virginia Tech: 14-4 Under after playing BB games as a favorite
Butler: 10-2 ATS away vs. non-conference opponents

Texas Tech vs. Gonzaga, 11:59 EST
Texas Tech: 0-6 ATS playing on a neutral court
Gonzaga: 22-10 ATS away off a win by 6 points or less


Preseason NIT Tournament
New York, New York
Finals

Washington vs. Syracuse, 4:30 EST ESPN2
Washington: 1-8 ATS in November
Syracuse: 33-17 Under playing their second game in three days

Ohio State vs. Texas A&M, 7:00 EST ESPN2
Ohio State: 7-0 ATS with a line of +3 to -3
Texas A&M: 6-1 Under off 3+ games scoring 75+ points


South Padre Island Invitational
Padre Island, Texas
Semifinals

Florida Gulf Coast vs. Austin Peay, 2:00 EST
Florida GC: No trends available
Austin Peay: No trends available

MD Eastern Shore vs. Valparaiso, 4:20 EST
MD Eastern Shore: No trends available
Valparaiso: 11-4 ATS off a non-conference game

Bradley vs. Iowa, 7:30 EST CSTV
Bradley: 11-1 Over off BB non-conference games
Iowa: 9-22 ATS off BB home wins

Utah State vs. Vanderbilt, 10:00 EST CSTV
Utah State: 2-11 ATS after making 78%+ of their free throws
Vanderbilt: 6-0 ATS after making 78%+ of their free throws


Preseason NIT Tournament
New York, New York
Semifinals

(TC) New Mexico State vs. Texas, 7:00 EST VER
New Mexico State: 14-36 ATS off BB games scoring 75+ points
Texas: 7-0 Over off 3+ non-conference games

(TC) West Virginia vs. Tennessee, 9:20 EST VER
West Virginia: 8-0 ATS after allowing 50 points or less
Tennessee: 9-25 ATS in tournament games


Cougar Hispanic College Fund Classic
Spokane, Washington
Opening Round

Mississippi Valley State vs. Montana, 8:00 EST
** Teams Rescheduled **

Air Force vs. Washington State, 10:30 EST
** Teams Rescheduled **


Added Games:

Georgia Southern at Furman, 7:00 EST
Georgia Southern: No trends available
Furman: No trends available

Idaho State vs. Oregon State, 10:00 EST
Idaho State: No trends available
Oregon State: No trends available


Write-In Games:

Great Alaska Shootout
Anchorage, Alaska
Opening Round

Mississippi Valley State vs. Air Force, 8:00 EST
MV State: 4-1 ATS as an underdog
Air Force: 8-2 Over after scoring 55 or less points

Montana at Washington State, 10:30 EST
Montana: 1-9 ATS away on Friday nights
Washington State: 22-9 Under off a non-conference game

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National Basketball Association – Write up

NBA
Write-up


Friday, November 23

Today's NBA analysis

Hot Teams
-- Warriors won three of their last four games, Wizards won and covered their last six games, after an 0-5 start.
-- Bobcats covered five of their last seven games. Magic won, covered nine of their last eleven games.
-- Celtics covered five of six as home favorite this year. Lakers won, covered four of their last five games.
-- Pistons are 3-0 at home, winning by 1-24-12 pts (2-1 as HF).
-- Mavericks won last five games, by 15-13-3-6-6 points.
-- Grizzlies covered last four tries as the underdog. Spurs are 7-0 at home, 4-3 as home favorite, 5-2 vs spread last seven overall.
-- Nuggets won six of their last seven games.
-- Phoenix won last seven games, covered three of last four at home.
-- Utah won last five home games (4-1 against spread).
-- Seattle lost its first four home games. Nets lost six of their last seven games.

Cold Teams
-- 76ers lost five of their last six games.
-- Pacers lost seven of their last nine games.
-- Rockets lost their last five games, are 2-4 vs spread on road. Miami lost nine of its first eleven games.
-- Minnesota lost three in row, eight of first nine games.
-- Clippers covered one of their last six games (2-4 SU).
-- Hornets lost last two games, scoring 90.5 ppg.
-- Portland lost last five games, by 17-4-19-9-5 points. Kings are 0-6 on road, both SU and against the spread.

Series Records
-- Home side won both Warrior-Wizard games LY.
-- Home side won all four Bobcat-Magic games last season, as Charlotte lost 97-83 and 106-74 in Orlando.
-- Lakers hammered Boston twice LY, 122-96/111-98.
-- Visiting team won three of four 76er-Piston games last year.
-- Mavericks beat Indiana twice LY, 100-91/115-113OT.
-- Rockets beat Miami twice LY, 112-102/94-72.
-- Spurs beat Memphis four of last five, winning 105-98/112-96 in two visits at this site last season.
-- Denver is 3-2 in its last five games vs Minnesota.
-- Clippers, Suns split four games last season.
-- Utah won two of three against the Hornets last season.
-- Kings, Blazers split four games last season.
-- Seattle beat Nets twice last season, 119-113/99-87.

Totals
-- Last four Wizard games went over the total.
-- Three of last four Charlotte games went over the total.
-- Under is 3-1-1 in last five Boston games.
-- Four of last five Philly games stayed under the total.
-- Seven of last ten Dallas games went over total.
-- Under is 7-3-1 in Miami games this season.
-- Three of last four Memphis games went over the total.
-- Three of last four Denver games stayed under the total.
-- Six of last eight Clipper games stayed under the total.
-- Eight of last nine New Orleans games stayed under total.
-- Over is 6-1 in last seven Sacramento games.
-- Three of last four Seattle games went over the total.

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National Basketball Association - Tips & Trends

NBA


Friday, November 23

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Golden State Warriors at Washington Wizards (7 PM ET)

The Wizards are now dealing with the reality that star Gilbert Arenas will miss the next three months following knee surgery. While they have played extra motivated recently - winning six straight following an 0-5 start - his teammates realize it will be tough playing without their leading scorer now that they know he will be out for an extended period of time. "We did win two games in convincing fashion without him, but it wasn't like it was the Dallas Mavericks and the San Antonio Spurs," Washington center Brendan Haywood said. "Playing without Gilbert Arenas is going to hurt this team." EDGE: WARRIORS
The Warriors suffered their first loss of a five-game road trip on Wednesday at Boston after starting out 2-0, but head coach Don Nelson is just chalking it up to a bad offensive performance against the NBA's best team. "I can't judge (the Celtics) on how we played," Nelson said. "We couldn't have beaten the Pismo Beach Panthers tonight." EDGE: WARRIORS
Warriors are 4-15 ATS in their last 19 vs. Southeast Division.
The OVER is 13-3 in Washington's last 16 vs. the Pacific Division.
The UNDER is 9-3 in Washington's last 12 home games.
The OVER is 8-3 in Golden State's last 11 as a favorite.


Charlotte Bobcats at Orlando Magic (7 PM ET)

Orlando's Dwight Howard has become the best big man in the Eastern Conference this season, averaging 23.1 points and 14.4 rebounds per game. Howard has earned a double-double in 11 of 13 games and is coming off a 34-point, 16-rebound effort vs. San Antonio. BIG EDGE: MAGIC
Charlotte ranks just 25th in the NBA in scoring with 93.5 points per game but has scored more than 100 in each of the last four. Meanwhile, the Magic are averaging 102.8 points per game, ranking second in the Eastern Conference. EDGE: OVER
Magic are 20-8-2 ATS in their last 30 games.
The UNDER is 12-5-1 in Orlando's last 18 home games.
The UNDER is 11-4 in Charlotte's last 15 games overall.


Los Angeles Lakers at Boston Celtics (7:30 PM ET)

Boston's six home wins have been decided by an averaged of 19.2 points per game. They are shooting 63.2 percent from the field there. BIG EDGE: CELTICS
The Lakers are coming off their worst shooting performance on the road this season in a 110-103 loss at Milwaukee on Wednesday. They made just 43.1 percent of their shots. "Sometimes you just miss them," LA star Kobe Bryant said. "You stay with it, you stay aggressive. We all pretty much shot the ball like (garbage). We had control of the game throughout except the fourth quarter, and it was an uphill battle from that point." EDGE: CELTICS
Celtics are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games.
Celtics are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games as a favorite.
Lakers are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 road games.
Lakers are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings with Boston.
The OVER is 7-2 in Boston's last 9 vs. the Eastern Conference.


Houston Rockets at Miami Heat (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

The Rockets have dropped five in a row since a 6-1 start and blew a 17-point lead in a loss to Dallas on Wednesday. Tracy McGrady returned from an elbow injury in that game and made just 6-of-19 shots from the field to finish with 15 points. "I actually lost feeling in two of my fingers," McGrady said. "It was bothering me all night. But I'm still going to play. I don't have time to rest unless I sit out. And I'm not going to do that." EDGE: HEAT
Heat star Dwyane Wade is averaging 18.8 points and 6.3 assists in four games since returning from knee and shoulder injuries. He is shooting only 39.6 percent from the field and 68.8 percent from the free-throw line, down significantly from 49.1 and 80.7, respectively, last year. EDGE: ROCKETS
Rockets are 2-10 ATS in their last 12 road games.
Rockets are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 vs. Southeast Division.
Heat are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 home games.
The UNDER is 8-3-1 in Miami's last 12 games.


Philadelphia 76ers at Detroit Pistons (8 PM ET)

After losing two straight to close out their West Coast road trip, the Pistons saw the benefits of a healthy lineup in a 98-86 win over New York on Wednesday. Chauncey Billups totaled a season-high 25 points and 15 assists in his second game back from injury while Antonio McDyess scored 20 points after missing three games with a shoulder injury. "It definitely feels good to have McDyess back," Billups said. "I made an effort to get him going early so that he wouldn't feel any effects of the injury." BIG EDGE: PISTONS
The 76ers got just 38 points from their starters in a 116-101 loss to Washington on Tuesday. Reserve Louis Wiliams scored a team-high 25 points off the bench while Andre Iguodala was the only starter to score in double figures with 10 points. EDGE: PISTONS
Pistons are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 vs. Atlantic Division.
The OVER is 12-4 in Philly's last 16 vs. the Central Division.
The OVER is also 8-3 in Philly's last 11 vs. the Eastern Conference.


Memphis Grizzlies at San Antonio Spurs (8:30 PM ET)

The Spurs allowed the Magic to shoot 56 percent on Wednesday, but they stepped up their offensive game big time in a 128-110 win. They outscored Orlando 69-46 in the second half, totaling 35 points in the fourth quarter alone. Still, San Antonio is allowing just 91 points per game overall. "This was not the kind of game we want to be in," Spurs star Tim Duncan said. "They shot a really high percentage, not just in the first half but the whole game really." EDGE: SPURS
Spurs are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 vs. the Southwest Division.
Spurs are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 home games.
Underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings.
The UNDER is 9-2 in San Antonio's last 11 vs. the Southwest Division.
The UNDER is 16-6 in the last 22 meetings.


New Orleans Hornets at Utah Jazz (9 PM ET)

The Jazz are 5-1 against the Hornets since point guards Deron Williams and Chris Paul entered the league. There was a great debate after Utah selected Williams over Paul in the NBA draft, but the Jazz have seen their young star average 17.9 points and 5.8 assists in the head-to-head matchup between the two en route to winning five of six. Paul is also still bothered by an ankle injury, which kept him out a couple games and limited him to eight points and 10 assists in his return on Wednesday. EDGE: JAZZ
The Hornets could be hurt again inside defensively if Tyson Chandler can't play. Chandler is suffering from a hyperextended knee and missed Wednesday's game. That could mean another big game from Utah's Carlos Boozer, who scored just 17 points but made 8-of-9 shots in 24 minutes in Wednesday's 27-point rout of New Jersey. EDGE: JAZZ
Jazz are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 home games.
Hornets are 13-3-2 in their last 18 road games.
Underdog is 6-2-1 ATS in the last 9 meetings.
The UNDER is 8-1 in New Orleans' last 9 games.
The OVER is 9-3 in Utah's last 12 vs. the Western Conference.


New Jersey Nets at Seattle SuperSonics (ESPN | 10:30 PM ET)

The Nets were 4-1 in their first five games with Vince Carter in the lineup and continued that trend with a victory in his return back from an ankle injury on Wednesday. They had lost their previous six without Carter, who scored 13 points on 6-of-8 shooting from the field. "He attracts so much attention that guys were getting wide-open shots," New Jersey point guard Jason Kidd said. Carter averaged 32.5 points vs. Seattle last season. BIG EDGE: NETS
Seattle rookie Kevin Durant has been struggling mightily with his shot recently, making just 32 percent from the field in his last eight games. Durant had made 45 percent during the first four games of his NBA career. EDGE: NETS
The UNDER is 12-4 in New Jersey's last 16 games.
The OVER is 7-2 in Seattle's last 9 vs. the Eastern Conference.

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College Football - Tips & Trends (update on Saturday games)

NCAAF
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Saturday, November 24

#8 Virginia Tech at #16 Virginia (ESPN2 | 12 PM ET)

Virginia is the only ACC to own an unbeaten home mark this season, and the Cavs are also 7-0 following a bye week under head coach Al Groh. BIG EDGE: VIRGINIA
Virginia Tech still doesn't know whether Sean Glennon or Tyrod Taylor will start at QB. Glennon beat the Cavs last year, but Taylor might be a better option due to his running ability against Virginia's pass rush. EDGE: VIRGINIA TECH
Virginia Tech is 9-2 ATS in its last 11 games as a road favorite.
Virginia Tech is 21-6 ATS in their last 27 Conference games.
Virginia is 13-3 ATS in its last 16 games as a home underdog.
Virginia is 23-11 ATS in its last 34 home games.
The favorite is 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings.


Miami (Fla.) at #14 Boston College (ESPN | 12 PM ET)

The Hurricanes have won the last 15 meetings with Boston College since former Eagles legend Doug Flutie launched his Hail Mary pass to beat them back in 1984. BC has not earned double-digit wins since finishing 11-0 in 1940. EDGE: MIAMI
Miami must win this game to become bowl eligible, as the 'Canes have earned a postseason bid every year since 1997. They have not lost at BC since 1975. EDGE: MIAMI
BC has already clinched a berth in the ACC title game, but head coach Jeff Jagodzinski said he will play his starters in an effort to earn a victory in the team's home finale.. "I'm not going to put guys at risk, but we do want to win this ballgame," Jagodzinski said. Senior QB Matt Ryan agreed with those sentiments. "We've got an important game this weekend," Ryan said. "It's the last game at home for a lot of seniors. It's a lot of fun and I think we'll prepare well this week." EDGE: BC
Miami-Florida is 3-13-1 ATS in its last 17 Conference games.
Miami-Florida is 7-19-1 ATS in its last 27 games overall.
Boston College is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 home games.
Boston College is 2-9 ATS in its last 11 home games against a losing road team.
The home team is 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.


#18 Tennessee at Kentucky (CBS | 1:30 PM ET)

Tennessee has won the last 22 meetings with Kentucky and must win this game in order to gain a berth in the SEC championship game. If the Vols lose, Georgia will play LSU for the title. BIG EDGE: TENNESSEE
The Wildcats would love nothing more than to end that long series skid and finish the season on a positive note. A victory for Kentucky would also likely mean an upgraded bowl game for the seniors, including QB Andre Woodson, the SEC's leader in passing yards and touchdowns. "It's significant going into the last week of Kentucky football that we can determine who the SEC East champion will be," Kentucky head coach Rich Brooks said. EDGE: KENTUCKY
Tennessee is 7-3-1 ATS in its last 11 games as a small underdog.
Tennessee is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games overall.
Kentucky is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 games overall.
Kentucky is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games against a winning team.
The UNDER is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings.


#20 Connecticut at #3 West Virginia (ABC | 3:30 PM ET)

West Virginia controls its own destiny for the Big East title and automatic berth in the BCS. The Mountaineers play their last two games at home and can take a big step toward their goal by beating the Huskies. "That's the only goal we talk about much - capturing the Big East championship," West Virgina head coach Rich Rodriguez said. "Now we're to the point that we can say this game is for the Big East championship. It is." EDGE: WEST VIRGINIA
UConn has lost its last two road games and will have a hard time stopping West Virginia's vaunted rushing attack. The Huskies have one of the Big East's top pass defenses, but they are giving up 125.9 yards per game on the ground. EDGE: WEST VIRGINIA
UConn is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games overall.
UConn is 4-10 ATS in its last 14 games as a road underdog.
West Virginia is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 Conference games.
West Virginia is 2-6-1 ATS in its last 9 games as a home favorite.
The OVER is 14-5 in West Virginia’s last 19 games on turf.


#7 Georgia at Georgia Tech (ABC | 3:30 PM ET)

The Bulldogs will clinch a spot in the SEC title game if Tennessee loses at Kentucky, and they could also improve their chances for an at-large BCS bid even if the Vols win by knocking off their intrastate rivals. "Our guys understand that," Georgia head coach Mark Richt said. "They understand we'll be in a very good position to have a BCS opportunity if we win, regardless of what happens in the Kentucky-Tennessee game. And just playing Georgia Tech is plenty of motivation for our guys to get ready to play." EDGE: GEORGIA
The key to Georgia's five-game winning streak since losing at Tennessee has been the strong play of freshman RB Knowshon Moreno, who has totaled 766 yards and nine touchdowns during that stretch. EDGE: GEORGIA
Georgia is 7-3-1 ATS in its last 11 games against a winning team.
Georgia is 6-1-1 ATS in its last 8 games against the ACC.
Georgia Tech is 9-3-2 ATS in its last 14 non-conference games.
Georgia Tech is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games following an ATS loss.
The road team is 7-1-1 ATS in the last 9 meetings.


#9 Oregon at UCLA (ABC | 3:30 PM ET)

Even with Dennis Dixon out for the season and a national championship dream dashed, Oregon still has plenty at stake in its final two regular season games. "The national championship thing was fine while it lasted," Oregon coach Mike Bellotti said. "The reality is we're still always trying to get the conference championship and the very best bowl game (the Rose Bowl)." Backup QB Brady Leaf, is expected to start. Leaf, the brother of NFL bust Ryan Leaf, is 30-for-61 for 231 yards with no touchdowns in six games this season. He doesn't have near the mobility Dixon possesses, and Oregon actually runs a different form of the offense because of this. EDGE: UCLA
The Bruins were idle last week and most recently lost 24-20 at home to No. 9 Arizona. UCLA only has one win in their last five contests, and due to injuries they will turn once again to their fourth QB Osaar Rasshan. He brings more ability to the offense, but has thrown a touchdown pass yet on the season. The Bruins have averaged just 18.0 points in their last five games as well. EDGE: OREGON
With Leaf at the helm, look for Oregon to give the ball to their RB Jonathan Stewart, who leads the Pac-10 with 1,273 yards rushing. The Bruins defense has been not stopping many running games at all, allowing 184 rushing yards per game over their last three. BIG EDGE: OREGON
Oregon is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 games following a SU loss.
Oregon is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games overall.
UCLA is 20-7 ATS in its last 27 games against a winning team.
UCLA is 19-7 ATS in its last 26 home games.
The underdog is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.


Notre Dame at Stanford (ESPN2 | 3:30 PM ET)

Notre Dame got their second win on the year against a very weak Duke team. Dame has had one of the worst seasons in school history, but on the bright side at least their offense looks to be coming around. The Fighting Irish is averaging 32 points per game over their last three, and now they face a Stanford defense which is getting shredded to the tone of 472 yards per game of their last three. EDGE: NOTRE DAME
As much as Notre Dame’s offense has been coming around, Stanford’s has been going the other way. The Cardinals are averaging just 11 points over their last three games, and QB Tavita Pritchard has even thrown a touchdown pass in those games. EDGE: NOTRE DAME
Notre Dame is 4-9 ATS in its last 13 games overall.
Notre Dame is 7-16 ATS in its last 23 non-conference games.
Stanford is 2-9 ATS in its last 11 home games.
Stanford is 7-15 ATS in its last 22 games overall.
The UNDER is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings.


Kansas State at Fresno State (ESPN | 3:30 PM ET)

Kansas State, members of the Big 12 Conference, at one point had a chance to make some noise in league play, but since blowing apart Baylor in late October the squad has fallen on hard times. KSU has dropped three straight decisions and is now a game below .500. On a good note the Wildcats passing attack checks in with 288 yards per game to rank fifth in the conference and 18th in the nation. This is good news for them, as they will face a Fresno State defense which has been good at times, but was the last of the 119 Football Bowl Subdivision programs to record an interception. EDGE: KANSAS STATE
The strength of this Fresno State offense this season has been the running game, one that is averaging 196 yards per game to this point – producing 31 points per game. Kansas State allowed 73 points to a mysterious Nebraska program two weeks ago and also got lit up by Missouri last week. As a result, the unit is permitting 30 points per game to rank 77th in the country. EDGE: FRESNO STATE
Kansas State is 5-11 ATS in its last 16 road games.
Kansas State is 4-12 ATS in its last 16 non-conference games.
Fresno State is 17-6-1 ATS in its last 24 games following an ATS win.
Fresno State is 3-23-1 ATS in its last 27 games following a SU loss.
The OVER is 21-6 in Kansas State’s last 27 games following a SU loss.


Florida State at #12 Florida (CBS | 5 PM ET)

Florida State enters this game winners of three out of their last four to improve their record to 7-4. When playing Florida you have to be aware of QB Tim Tebow as a duel threat. The Seminoles are ranked 15th in rushing yards and linebacker Geno Hayes boldly predicted that "Tim Tebow is going down." SLIGHT EDGE: FLORIDA STATE
While Florida State focuses on stopping the run, Florida might lean more heavily on its passing game, which could benefit from the return of wide receiver Percy Harvin. Harvin's return would give Florida its full complement of wide receivers for the first time in two months, and FSU has allowed close to 300 passing yards per game over their last three. EDGE: FLORIDA
Florida State is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games as an underdog.
Florida State is 5-12 ATS in its last 17 games following a SU win.
Florida is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 non-conference games.
Florida is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games as a favorite of 10.5+ points.
The home team is 10-3 ATS in the last 13 meetings.


#22 Clemson at South Carolina (ESPN2 | 7 PM ET)

Clemson's heartbreaking home loss last week denied the Tigers a spot in the ACC championship game. Now, their challenge is to find the motivation to close their regular season with a win over their in-state archrival. Clemson coach Tommy Bowden will now look to get his team to put aside its disappointment and focus on South Carolina - something he thinks his team won't have trouble doing because of the opponent."It's going to be tough but we need to get the players to bounce back; It's a big game to a lot of people," Bowden said. "But it is a rivalry game and I know our team will be motivated." EDGE: CLEMSON

South Carolina comes into this contest playing its worst football of the season. The Gamecocks, losers of four in a row, were off last week, and with six wins, they are no lock for a bowl. South Carolina has allowing 99 points combined in their last last two games, and coach Steve Spurrier has said "We're just not a really good team right now." EDGE: CLEMSON
Clemson is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games against the SEC.
Clemson is 3-8 ATS in its last 11 games as a small favorite.
South Carolina is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games against a winning team.
South Carolina is 0-6 ATS in the last 6 games as a small underdog.
The road team is 5-2 ATS in the last 7 meetings.


#4 Missouri at #2 Kansas (ABC | 8 PM ET)

These Big 12 archrivals are not only positioned for a shot at the conference title, but also perhaps a chance for the first national championship in school history. Missouri is lead by quarterback and Heisman Trophy contender Chase Daniel, and the offense ranks sixth nationally with 42.5 points per game and fourth with 506.3 yards per contest. Daniel said “This is a big game because we have made it that way”, and looks to build on his numbers from last season contest where the Tigers dominated the Jayhawks 42-17. Chase Daniel threw for 356 yards and four scores without an interception. EDGE: MISSOURI
Kansas, meanwhile, is second with 45.8 points per game and seventh with 500.2 yards per game, and QB Todd Reesing is tied with Daniel for third in the country with 30 TD passes. Kansas has proven to have to fire-power to make this a battle of offenses."At this point, we're going out there every week taking care of business, and we’ll do it again” according to Reesing. EDGE: KANSAS
Missouri is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games overall.
Missouri is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games against a winning team.
Kansas is 16-5 ATS in its last 21 games following an ATS win.
Kansas is 20-7 ATS in its last 27 home games.


Alabama at Auburn (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

Auburn has owned its bitter Iron Bowl rivalry with Alabama over the last five years. Auburn has had a week off to prepare for the Crimson Tide, and have good at home scoring 29 points per game with 361 total yards on average. Alabama’s defense hasn’t been to good of last either allowing 26 points per game over their last three which includes a loss in each of those contests. EDGE: AUBURN
Alabama certainly appears to be regressing in Saban's first season at the helm. They have lost three straight, including an embarrassing one to Louisiana-Monroe. Good news is Alabama will be getting five players back for this game - starting offensive linemen Antoine Caldwell and Marlon Davis and No. 2 rusher Glen Coffee, along with reserve defensive backs Chris Rogers and Marquis Johnson. The Crimson Tide will need those players to step up, as their offense has only scored a combined 26 points over their last two games, and are now facing a Tigers defense who leads the SEC in points allowed and rank second in total defense. EDGE: AUBURN
Alabama is 8-22-2 ATS in its last 32 games after scoring less then 20 points previously.
Alabama is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games overall.
Auburn is 21-10-1 ATS in its last 32 conference games.
Auburn is 4-10 ATS in its last 14 games as a favorite.
The road team is 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings.

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