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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 03:52 AM

Six-pack for Wednesday

-- New York media nitwits keep speculating how A's will be trading Dan Haren to Bronx or Beantown. Problem with the theory is that Billy Beane trades pitchers to the NL, where they won't compete with A's on a daily basis.

-- Royals gave Jose Guillen $36M for three years. Wow. In last nine years, Guillen has played for eight teams, and not because he is well-liked. Angel players despised him.

-- Sad news from Las Vegas, where Chip Reese died in his sleep at age 56. Reese was considered one of the best cash game poker players in the world.

-- Marlins traded Willis, Cabrera to Detroit Tuesday for six prospects, including Miller, Maybin, Detroit's top young minor leaguers. Interesting move.

-- Of the 26 golfers who earned their '08 Tour Card over the weekend at Q School, 15 will be on Tour for first time.

-- One poor soul missed the cut by one stroke; he played the last three holes in four-over par, a major choke job.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 03:53 AM

Wednesday's List of 13: Our NFL List of 13...........

13) Cardinals-- Major logjam for last Wild Card slot in NFC; if they protect two-time MVP Warner, he'll lead them to playoff spot for first time since '98.

12) Seahawks-- Making big plays when it counts to push out to two-game lead in weak NFC West. Hard to win back-back road games against anyone in NFL.

11) Titans-- When Haynesworth plays, they win; when he is hurt, they lose. Sometimes, life is simple, but not often.

10) Chargers-- Strong win vs Chiefs, are going to win their division, but can they win in Foxboro or Indianapolis?

9) Giants-- Eli Manning came through in fourth quarter; they should give him shot at running no-huddle the whole game.

8) Browns-- Playoff teams beat Cardinals in December; I do think Winslow's catch on last play should have been ruled a game-winning TD catch, but they had won marginal review on their first TD, so they weren't getting two in a row.

7) Steelers-- Will be thrilled just to play a game on dry field. Have best shot at preventing Patriots from 16-0 regular year.

6) Buccaneers-- Go to Superdome, score 27 points with third string QB McCown playing; this is Gruden's best coaching job, by far. Bucs are also playing strong defense.

5) Packers-- Favre's elbow is now a concern, but Rodgers did so well last week, there are less worries about the future.

4) Jaguars-- Garrard is impressive; former Arizona St. coach Dirk Koetter has done good job developing his skills.

3) Cowboys-- Dallas not only won its last six games, they were 5-1 vs spread in those six games.

2) Colts-- Colts converted 10 of 13 on 3rd down with Clark back, after being 6-24 in previous two games. No coincidence

1) Patriots-- Allowed 7+ yards per pass in three of their last four games, after not allowing more than 6.1 in their first nine contests. Injuries are taking toll on New England's defense.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 03:54 AM

National Football League – Long Sheet

NFL
Long Sheet

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Thursday, December 6
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CHICAGO (5 - 7) at WASHINGTON (5 - 7) - 12/6/2007, 8:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CHICAGO is 6-23 ATS (-19.3 Units) in road games in December games since 1992.
CHICAGO is 6-23 ATS (-19.3 Units) in road games in the last 4 weeks of the regular season since 1992.
WASHINGTON is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.
WASHINGTON is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 8-20 ATS (-14.0 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season since 1992.
WASHINGTON is 41-67 ATS (-32.7 Units) as a favorite since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 1-0 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
WASHINGTON is 1-0 straight up against CHICAGO 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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Sunday, December 9
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CAROLINA (5 - 7) at JACKSONVILLE (8 - 4) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CAROLINA is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
CAROLINA is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) in road games in December games since 1992.
CAROLINA is 70-44 ATS (+21.6 Units) as an underdog since 1992.

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

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DALLAS (11 - 1) at DETROIT (6 - 6) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) against conference opponents this season.
DALLAS is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) as a favorite this season.
DETROIT is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.

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

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MIAMI (0 - 12) at BUFFALO (6 - 6) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) versus division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 23-42 ATS (-23.2 Units) in December games since 1992.
MIAMI is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in all games where the total is between 35.5 and 42 points over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BUFFALO is 5-0 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
BUFFALO is 4-1 straight up against MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
4 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NY GIANTS (8 - 4) at PHILADELPHIA (5 - 7) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 116-83 ATS (+24.7 Units) against conference opponents since 1992.
PHILADELPHIA is 44-22 ATS (+19.8 Units) revenging a loss against opponent since 1992.
NY GIANTS are 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY GIANTS is 4-2 against the spread versus PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
NY GIANTS is 4-2 straight up against PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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OAKLAND (4 - 8) at GREEN BAY (10 - 2) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OAKLAND is 16-28 ATS (-14.8 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 1-10 ATS (-10.0 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 16-28 ATS (-14.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
GREEN BAY is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in all games this season.
GREEN BAY is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
GREEN BAY is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in all lined games this season.

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

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PITTSBURGH (9 - 3) at NEW ENGLAND (12 - 0) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ENGLAND is 115-84 ATS (+22.6 Units) against conference opponents since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) in games played on turf over the last 3 seasons.
NEW ENGLAND is 40-21 ATS (+16.9 Units) in December games since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 74-50 ATS (+19.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 51-27 ATS (+21.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 37-21 ATS (+13.9 Units) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ENGLAND is 1-0 against the spread versus PITTSBURGH over the last 3 seasons
NEW ENGLAND is 1-0 straight up against PITTSBURGH 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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SAN DIEGO (7 - 5) at TENNESSEE (7 - 5) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN DIEGO is 1-0 against the spread versus TENNESSEE over the last 3 seasons
SAN DIEGO is 1-0 straight up against TENNESSEE 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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ST LOUIS (3 - 9) at CINCINNATI (4 - 8) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 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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TAMPA BAY (8 - 4) at HOUSTON (5 - 7) - 12/9/2007, 1:00 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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ARIZONA (6 - 6) at SEATTLE (8 - 4) - 12/9/2007, 4:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SEATTLE is 13-27 ATS (-16.7 Units) as a home favorite of 3.5 to 7 points since 1992.

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

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MINNESOTA (6 - 6) at SAN FRANCISCO (3 - 9) - 12/9/2007, 4:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN FRANCISCO is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in all games where the total is between 35.5 and 42 points this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-0 against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-0 straight up against MINNESOTA 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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CLEVELAND (7 - 5) at NY JETS (3 - 9) - 12/9/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.
CLEVELAND is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CLEVELAND is 1-0 against the spread versus NY JETS over the last 3 seasons
CLEVELAND is 1-0 straight up against NY JETS 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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KANSAS CITY (4 - 8) at DENVER (5 - 7) - 12/9/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS CITY is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) revenging a loss against opponent over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 8-20 ATS (-14.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.
DENVER is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) versus division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 14-28 ATS (-16.8 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record since 1992.
DENVER is 8-20 ATS (-14.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 4-14 ATS (-11.4 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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INDIANAPOLIS (10 - 2) at BALTIMORE (4 - 8) - 12/9/2007, 8:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANAPOLIS is 31-50 ATS (-24.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1992.
INDIANAPOLIS is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) after 2 or more consecutive wins over the last 3 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in all games this season.
BALTIMORE is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
BALTIMORE is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.
BALTIMORE is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) against AFC South division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
BALTIMORE is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in all lined games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
INDIANAPOLIS is 2-0 against the spread versus BALTIMORE over the last 3 seasons
INDIANAPOLIS is 2-0 straight up against BALTIMORE over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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Monday, December 10
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NEW ORLEANS (5 - 7) at ATLANTA (3 - 9) - 12/10/2007, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ORLEANS is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 66-91 ATS (-34.1 Units) in dome games since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in road games against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 22-9 ATS (+12.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season since 1992.
ATLANTA is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) as a home underdog of 3.5 to 7 points since 1992.

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

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 03:56 AM

National Football League - Short Sheet

NFL
Short Sheet

Thursday, December 6th

Chicago at Washington, 8:15 EST NFL
Chicago: 6-23 ATS away in December
Washington: 6-0 Over off BB ATS losses

Sunday, December 9th

Carolina at Jacksonville, 1:00 EST
Carolina: 17-6 ATS away in December
Jacksonville: 7-0 Over off a road game

Dallas at Detroit, 1:00 EST
Dallas: 10-2 Over as a road favorite
Detroit: 18-7 ATS off 3+ ATS losses

Miami at Buffalo, 1:00 EST
Miami: 1-8 ATS vs. division opponents
Buffalo: 17-6 ATS at home off a win as an underdog

NY Giants at Philadelphia, 1:00 EST
NY Giants: 10-2 ATS away vs. conference opponents
Philadelphia: 6-0 Over playing with same-season revenge

Oakland at Green Bay, 1:00 EST
Oakland: 1-10 ATS in December
Green Bay: 9-2 ATS this season

Pittsburgh at New England, 1:00 EST
Pittsburgh: 15-5 Over off an Under
New England: 14-5 ATS playing on artificial turf

San Diego at Tennessee, 1:00 EST
San Diego: 6-0 Over after winning 3 of their last 4 games
Tennessee: 17-6 ATS off a division home win

St. Louis at Cincinnati, 1:00 EST
St. Louis: 34-17 Over vs. non-conference opponents
Cincinnati: 1-5 ATS after scoring 14 or less points

Tampa Bay at Houston, 1:00 EST
Tampa Bay: 9-2 Under off BB wins
Houston: 1-5 ATS off a loss

Arizona at Seattle, 4:05 EST
Arizona: 15-6 Over in road games
Seattle: 1-9 ATS revenging a loss as a road favorite

Minnesota at San Francisco, 4:05 EST
Minnesota: 16-6 Over off 3+ games scoring 25+ points
San Francisco: 0-6 ATS off a road game

Cleveland at NY Jets, 4:15 EST
Cleveland: 9-2 ATS off a road game
NY Jets: 12-4 Over off a division game

Kansas City at Denver, 4:15 EST
Kansas City: 8-1 ATS playing with revenge
Denver: 1-9 ATS vs. division opponents

Indianapolis at Baltimore, 8:15 EST NBC
Indianapolis: 18-6 ATS off 3+ wins
Baltimore: 0-6 ATS vs. AFC South opponents

Monday, December 3rd

New Orleans at Atlanta, 8:30 EST ESPN
New Orleans: 9-2 ATS away vs. conference opponents
Atlanta: 4-13 ATS as a home underdog of 3.5 to 7 points

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 03:58 AM

National Football League – Bettor’s Need to Know

NFL

Thursday, December 6

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What bettors need to know: Bears at Redskins
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Chicago Bears at Washington Redskins (-3, 37 ½)

Clinging to hope

Bears head coach Lovie Smith is focused on making the playoffs despite his team’s tough loss to the Giants on Sunday. The defeat dropped Chicago’s record to 5-7. The Bears will now need to win their final four games to have any hope at the postseason.

Only three teams since 1990 have recovered from a 5-7 start to make the postseason, according to a report in today’s Chicago Tribune.

"As far as talking about the playoffs and things like that, we've done that," Smith told the Tribune. "We felt like we had to win out to guarantee ourselves a spot in the playoffs. Now we need a little bit of help from teams. But all we can do is try to win and then see what happens."

The NFC playoff picture gives rise to that optimism. Three 6-6 teams and five 5-7 teams are fighting for the last wild-card berth. Most of those teams have to play at least one of their wild-card competitors before the end of the season.

A win on Thursday night is essential to the Bears’ hopes, and current form suggests that they could achieve that. Chicago has recorded a victory after every loss this season, and has a better record on the road (3-3) than it does at home (2-4).

"They haven't told us we're out of the playoffs," safety Danieal Manning when asked how the coaches are approaching the issue. "The playoffs haven't started yet. So we just have to keep playing."

Washington is a 3-point home favorite for Thursday’s contest.

Emotional week for Washington

Despite a valiant effort against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, the Redskins failed to honor the memory of their murdered teammate Sean Taylor with a win on Sunday.

Washington was up 16-5 in the third quarter, but quarterback Jason Campbell threw a pick that sparked a Bills comeback. Buffalo went on to win the game with a last-minute field goal.

"It was a real tough day for us," Redskins coach Joe Gibbs told The Associated Press after the 17-16 loss. "Long, hard week. To be truthful, everybody was kind of drained. It was hard to get the emotion up to play."

The ordeal didn’t end there for the Redskins. They boarded a plane on Monday for Taylor’s funeral, before returning home to resume practice on Tuesday. That left the them with only two days to prepare for the visit of Chicago.

"It will be a real challenge for us to see if we can bounce back and play a game against a real good football team on a short week," Gibbs added.

Taylor, 24, was shot and killed last week. Four people have been charged in the incident.

Hester-y in the making?

Washington’s special teams will face the same dilemma this week that every other Chicago opponent has faced this season – whether or not to kick to Devin Hester. The second-year pro has emerged as the best kick returner in the league and always has a big impact.

If a team kicks to him he is likely to rip you to shreds on the return. If a team decides to angle it away from him Chicago will enjoy excellent field position throughout the game.

"It's amazing. I've never seen anything like it from that position," New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan told The Canadian Press after Sunday’s game against Chicago.

"He's such a game-changer, and he's not a starter on defense or offence. We've seen some dangerous guys in the past, but there's no one – no one – who does what he does and makes it look so effortless.”

Hester has returned three punts and two kickoffs for touchdowns this season, lifting his career total to 10 TD returns. The Broncos decided it would be a good idea to kick to Hester in their Nov. 25 game at Chicago, and he burned them for two TDs.

"It's a combination of everything that he has: the vision, the strength and then the first-step quickness and the top-end speed," Bears special teams coach Dave Toub said. "He'll start a return and then he has another gear. People think they have an angle on him and then they don't. They try to and then he's gone."

The 25-year-old is just three shy of the NFL record of 13 touchdown returns, set by Brian Mitchell. Mitchell set the record in 223 games and 1,070 total returns. Hester has only played 27 regular season games and has 131 total returns.

Head to head

The Redskins have won two straight games against Chicago and are 6-2 against the spread in the last eight meetings between these teams. The road team is 4-0 ATS in the last four contests.

The past two games between Washington and Chicago played under the total.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 03:59 AM

National Football League – Notes

NFL

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NFL – Notes for Thursday’s game
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Three key mismatches in Bears-Redskins game

Redskins running back Clinton Portis vs. Bears’ rush defense

Clinton Portis has faced the Bears’ defense three times in his career and has decimated it on each occasion. The way Chicago is playing this season, the destruction looks set to continue.

Portis ran for 165 yards on 14 carries against the Bears in 2003, 171 yards on 36 carries in 2004 and 121 yards on 21 attempts in 2005. He is the eighth-ranked running back in the league with 920 rushing yards and has seven touchdowns. Portis averages 6.4 yards per carry against the Bears.

Chicago’s defense is giving up 130.8 yards per game on the ground, including an NFC-worst 4.4 yards per rush. It surrendered a career-best 154 yards to Giants backup Derrick Ward last week. Opposing teams have run for 100 yards or more against the Bears in eight straight games.

Bears defensive end Adewale Ogunleye vs. Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell

Adewale Ogunleye is enjoying one of the best stretches of his career and is arguably the Bears’ best pass rusher this season. The defensive end is likely to trouble error-prone Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell this week.

Ogunleye ranks ninth in the league with nine sacks, and has six in his last five games. That includes a season-high three sacks on Oakland QB Josh McCown. Ogunleye has also forced fumbles in four straight contests.

Campbell, meanwhile, has struggled to protect the ball while receiving poor pass protection. He has thrown 11 interceptions in 12 games, and has been sacked 16 times this season.

Redskins’ DE Andre Carter and LB London Fletcher vs. Bears’ turnovers lost

Two struggling quarterbacks and an unreliable receiving corps make the Bears one of the worst turnover teams in the NFL.

Chicago has alternated between QBs Brian Griese and Rex Grossman this season and neither has impressed. Grossman has thrown seven INTs in seven starts, while Griese has 10 in six.

But they are only partially responsible for their team’s awful turnover record (28 giveaways in 11 games, which drops them into a tie for third-worst in the NFL). Eight Chicago players have had a combined 11 fumbles recovered by opposing teams.

A Redskins defense that includes defensive end Andre Carter and linebacker London Fletcher should capitalize on those weaknesses. Carter has 8.5 sacks and three forced fumbles this season, while Fletcher leads the team with three interceptions for a total of 36 yards and a TD.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:11 AM

National Basketball Association – Write up

NBA
Write-up

Wednesday, December 5

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Today's NBA analysis

Hot Teams
-- Celtics won three in row, fourteen of sixteen, but are 1-3 vs spread in last four road games.
-- Raptors won four of last five, covered seven of eight. Suns won last three games, scoring average of 115.3 ppg.
-- Nets won five of their last seven games.
-- Hornets won three of their last four games. Pistons won four in row, six of last seven games.
-- Mavericks won three of last four games, but are 1-6 vs spread in last seven. Spurs won three in row, seven of eight, but likely are without Duncan here- he got hurt Sunday.
-- Nuggets won last two games, by 16,26 points; they're 7-1 in last eight home games SU.
-- Warriors won six of their last seven games.

Cold Teams
-- 76ers lost ten of their last thirteen games- they fired their GM on Tuesday..
-- Cavaliers lost last four games, scoring just 76.3 ppg. Wizards are 2-4 in their last six games.
-- Bobcats lost their last six games (1-5 vs spread). Bulls lost eleven of their first fifteen games.
-- Knicks lost all seven road games (0-4 vs spread last four).
-- Rockets lost three of their last four home games. Grizzlies are 2-5 vs spread in their last seven games.
-- Lakers lost three of their last four away games.
-- Sonics lost seven of their last eight games. Clippers lost last six games, covered one of last twelve.
-- Bucks ended four-game skid by winning at Staples last nite.

Series Records
-- 76ers won three of four against Boston last season.
-- Cavaliers swept Wizards 4-0 in playoffs LY, after taking two of three from them in regular season.
-- Home side won last four Chicago-Charlotte games.
-- Suns beat Toronto twice LY, 115-98/100-98.
-- Nets were 4-0 vs Knicks LY, winning by 101-92/100-86 here.
-- Visiting team won both Piston-Hornet games last season.
-- Dallas won four of last five games against the Spurs.
-- Memphis beat Rockets 105-99 Nov 13, their first win in last five tries against Houston.
-- Lakers beat Denver 127-99 at Staples six nights ago.
-- Clippers are 3-2 in last five games against Seattle, winning by 115-101 in first meeting this season, Nov 4 (-6).
-- Bucks beat Golden State twice LY, 122-101/115-110.

Totals
-- Five of last seven Boston games stayed under total.
-- Last four Cleveland games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last seven Charlotte games went over the total.
-- Over is 8-3 in last eleven Phoenix games.
-- Four of last five Nets' games went over the total.
-- Four of last five Detroit games went over the total.
-- Last five San Antonio home games stayed under.
-- Four of last five Rocket games stayed under the total.
-- Three of last four Denver games went over the total.
-- Seven of last eight Clipper games stayed under the total.
-- Three of last four Milwaukee games stayed under the total.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:12 AM

National Basketball Association - Tips & Trends

NBA

Wednesday, December 5

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Tips and Trends
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Chicago Bulls at Charlotte Bobcats (7 PM ET)

Bulls are 9-0-1 ATS in their last 10 games against the Southeast division.
Bobcats are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 home games.
The home team is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.

Phoenix Suns at Toronto Raptors (7 PM ET)

Suns are 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings.
Raptors are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games overall.
The UNDER is 9-3 in the last 12 meetings.

Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards (7 PM ET)

Cavaliers are 27-13-1 ATS in their last 41 road games.
Wizards are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 games against the Eastern Conference.
The OVER is 9-1 in the Wizards last 10 games overall.

Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers (7 PM ET)

Celtics are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 games as a 5-10.5 point favorite.
The UNDER is 11-5 in the 76ers last 16 games overall.
The road team is 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings.

New York Knicks at New Jersey Nets (7:30 PM ET)

Knicks are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games when playing on 2 days rest.
Knicks are 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings.
Nets are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games against the Eastern Conference.

Detroit Pistons at New Orleans Hornets (8 PM ET)

Pistons are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games when playing on 0 days rest.
Hornets are 7-17-1 ATS in their last 25 home games against a winning road team.
The road team is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.

Memphis Grizzlies at Houston Rockets (8:30 PM ET)

Grizzlies are 6-0-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a SU loss.
Grizzlies are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings in Houston.
Rockets are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games against the Southwest Division.

Dallas Mavericks at San Antonio Spurs (8:30 PM ET)

Mavericks are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 road games against a home team winning over 60%.
Mavericks are 7-0 ATS in the last 7 meetings in San Antonio.
Spurs are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games against a winning team.

Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets (ESPN | 9 PM ET)

Lakers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games against a winning team.
Nuggets are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 home games as a 5-10.5 point favorite.
The home team is 11-4 ATS in the last 15 meetings.

Los Angeles Clippers at Seattle SuperSonics (10:30 PM ET)

Clippers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games against the Northwest Division.
Clippers are 6-0 ATS in the last 6 meetings in Seattle.
Sonics are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games when playing on 2 days rest.

Milwaukee Bucks at Golden State Warriors (10:30 PM ET)

Bucks are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games against the Pacific Division.
Bucks are 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings in Golden State.
Warriors are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 home games as a favorite of 5-10.5 points.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:18 AM

National Basketball Association – Hot Lines

NBA
Hot Lines

Wednesday, December 5

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Pick 'n' roll: Wednesday's best NBA bets
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Phoenix Suns at Toronto Raptors (+9)

Chris Bosh could be in the Raptors lineup Wednesday after injuring his groin in last week’s victory over the Grizzlies.

Toronto has covered the spread in seven of its last 10 games against the Suns, including a two-point loss in which Bosh tallied 26 points and 14 rebounds. The fifth-year forward has scored more than 20 points in each of his last two meetings with the Suns.

Toronto has covered the spread in three of its last five meetings with Phoenix in Canada. It is also 4-0 ATS in its last four games at the Air Canada Centre.

Pick: Raptors

Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers (+9, 180)

Boston has covered the spread in each of its last six trips to the City of Brotherly Love.

Philadelphia, meanwhile, has lost four straight at the Wachovia Center, including Monday’s 88-79 setback to the struggling Hawks. The Sixers have also failed to cover the spread in three of their last four in Philly.

The road team is also 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings between the Celtics and Sixers.

Pick: Celtics

Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards (off)

Cleveland is reeling after losing its third straight road game Sunday.

The team should find comfort Wednesday against Washington, which is without its leading scorer Gilbert Arenas. The Cavaliers have covered the spread in each of their last two tilts with the Wizards, dating back to last season.

The road team is also 6-2-1 ATS in the last nine meetings between the Cavs and Wiz.

Pick: Cavs

Chicago Bulls at Charlotte Bobcats (-2, 183 ½)

Charlotte has lost six straight since a Nov. 19 win against the lowly Blazers.

The struggling Bobcats are also 3-9 all-time versus the Bulls, including Saturday’s embarrassing 15-point setback in the Windy City.

Chicago is 4-1 ATS in its last five meetings with Charlotte.

Pick: Bulls

New York Knicks at New Jersey Nets (-6 ½, 183 ½)

Knicks starting point guard Stephon Marbury will miss Wednesday’s showdown after his father’s sudden death on Sunday.

Marbury is averaging more than 14 points and five assists. He also led the Knicks in scoring on Sunday, tallying 21 points in a loss to the Suns. Second-year guard Mardy Collins will likely replace Marbury in the starting lineup on Wednesday. Collins, though, could be ineffective after missing the Knicks’ last two contests with a sprained ankle.

New York is 1-4 ATS in its last five contests in the Swamp.

Pick: Nets

Detroit Pistons at New Orleans Hornets (+1, 189)

The Pistons have trounced their last three opponents by a combined 84 points.

That’s bad news for the inconsistent Hornets.

Detroit has covered the spread in its last three trips to the Big Easy, dating back to 2004. It also trounced the Hornets 92-68 in its most recent showdown last January.

The Pistons are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 meetings in New Orleans. The road team is also 4-0 ATS in the last four tilts between the Pistons and Hornets.

Pick: Pistons

Memphis Grizzlies at Houston Rockets (-9, 201 ½)

The Grizzlies toppled the Rockets 105-99 in Tennessee in November. They have also covered the spread in six of their last eight meetings with Houston, going back to 2005.

Pau Gasol tallied 26 points in the most recent Memphis win over the Rockets. He’s averaged more than 20 points in his last three trips to the Toyota Center.

The road team is also 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings between Houston and Memphis.

Pick: Grizzlies

Dallas Mavericks at San Antonio Spurs (off)

San Antonio is a remarkable 10-0 at the SBC Center this season.

However, with starters Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili sidelined with injuries it is unlikely that the Spurs will stay unbeaten past Wednesday.

Dallas has won four straight over the Spurs dating back to last season. It also overpowered San Antonio in a November tilt, covering as a 2-point home favorite. The Mavericks are also 7-0 ATS in their last seven visits to San Antonio.

Pick: Mavericks

Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets (-6 ½, 221)

There is bad taste in Denver’s mouth stemming from its 127-99 setback to the Lakers last Thursday.

The Nuggets, though, improved to 7-3 ATS at the Pepsi Center after cashing back-to-back victories against the Heat and Clippers.

Denver is also 6-2 ATS in its last eight in Colorado. The Lakers, meanwhile, have only covered once in their last seven games overall.

Pick: Nuggets

Milwaukee Bucks at Golden State Warriors (off)

Let’s face it, the Bucks don’t have the firepower to compete with the Warriors.

Golden State has won six of its last seven, while covering the spread in five. The Warriors have also averaged more than 113 points in that stretch – 18 points more than Milwaukee’s season average.

The Bucks are also a shaky 1-6 ATS outside the Bradley Center.

Pick: Warriors

Los Angeles Clippers at Seattle SuperSonics (off)

Seattle has a golden opportunity on Wednesday to register its third victory this season.

The Clippers could be without starters Sam Cassell and Corey Maggette because of injuries. Cassell is hampered by a strained calf and Maggette has a strained hamstring that he suffered on Sunday against the Pacers.

Maggette leads the team in scoring, with more than 20 points per contest. Cassell leads the team in assists, with more than four per night.

Pick: Sonics

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:21 AM

College Basketball – Long Sheet

NCAAB
Long Sheet

Wednesday, December 5

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ST BONAVENTURE (4 - 4) at OHIO U (3 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO U is 151-116 ATS (+23.4 Units) in all games since 1997.
OHIO U is 151-116 ATS (+23.4 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
OHIO U is 78-55 ATS (+17.5 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
OHIO U is 71-43 ATS (+23.7 Units) in all home games since 1997.
OHIO U is 71-43 ATS (+23.7 Units) in home lined games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
ST BONAVENTURE is 1-0 against the spread versus OHIO U over the last 3 seasons
OHIO U is 1-0 straight up against ST BONAVENTURE 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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CLEMSON (7 - 0) at E CAROLINA (3 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
E CAROLINA is 16-31 ATS (-18.1 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
E CAROLINA is 16-31 ATS (-18.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
E CAROLINA is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 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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BUFFALO (5 - 3) at FLA INTERNATIONAL (2 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUFFALO is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 2 seasons.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 87-121 ATS (-46.1 Units) in all games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 87-121 ATS (-46.1 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 14-35 ATS (-24.5 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 32-56 ATS (-29.6 Units) in all home games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 32-56 ATS (-29.6 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 15-29 ATS (-16.9 Units) in December games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 26-50 ATS (-29.0 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 25-43 ATS (-22.3 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in home games after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 3 seasons.
FLA INTERNATIONAL is 48-71 ATS (-30.1 Units) 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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BALL ST (0 - 6) at PURDUE (4 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BALL ST is 11-23 ATS (-14.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
BALL ST is 11-23 ATS (-14.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
BALL ST is 14-29 ATS (-17.9 Units) in December games since 1997.
BALL ST is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 3 seasons.
PURDUE is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) on Wednesday 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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HOFSTRA (1 - 3) at FORDHAM (3 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 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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S FLORIDA (5 - 3) at RICHMOND (4 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
RICHMOND is 10-27 ATS (-19.7 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
RICHMOND is 1-0 against the spread versus S FLORIDA over the last 3 seasons
RICHMOND is 1-0 straight up against S FLORIDA 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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GEORGETOWN (5 - 0) at ALABAMA (4 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGETOWN is 51-32 ATS (+15.8 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
GEORGETOWN is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
GEORGETOWN is 24-10 ATS (+13.0 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game since 1997.
ALABAMA is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) after a non-conference 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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PITTSBURGH (7 - 0) at DUQUESNE (6 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DUQUESNE is 17-4 ATS (+12.6 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games on Wednesday games over the last 3 seasons.
DUQUESNE is 24-41 ATS (-21.1 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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GEORGIA TECH (3 - 4) at GEORGIA ST (2 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 9:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
GEORGIA TECH is 1-0 against the spread versus GEORGIA ST over the last 3 seasons
GEORGIA TECH is 1-0 straight up against GEORGIA ST 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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IOWA ST (3 - 3) at DRAKE (5 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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SYRACUSE (5 - 2) at VIRGINIA (6 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 7:30 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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WM & MARY (1 - 4) at VA COMMONWEALTH (4 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 7:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
VA COMMONWEALTH is 3-2 against the spread versus WM & MARY over the last 3 seasons
VA COMMONWEALTH is 5-0 straight up against WM & MARY over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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KENT ST (6 - 2) at YOUNGSTOWN ST (3 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KENT ST is 40-23 ATS (+14.7 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
KENT ST is 40-23 ATS (+14.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
KENT ST is 31-15 ATS (+14.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.

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

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CREIGHTON (5 - 0) at XAVIER (6 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
XAVIER is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
CREIGHTON is 46-26 ATS (+17.4 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
CREIGHTON is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
CREIGHTON is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

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

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PRINCETON (2 - 5) at EVANSVILLE (1 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PRINCETON is 11-21 ATS (-12.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PRINCETON is 11-21 ATS (-12.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
PRINCETON is 8-18 ATS (-11.8 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
PRINCETON is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 37-23 ATS (+11.7 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 37-23 ATS (+11.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) versus poor offensive teams - scoring <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 18-40 ATS (-26.0 Units) after scoring 60 points or less since 1997.

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

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LOUISIANA TECH (1 - 4) at TEXAS TECH (5 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LOUISIANA TECH is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
LOUISIANA TECH is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in road games against Big 12 conference opponents since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
TEXAS TECH is 1-1 against the spread versus LOUISIANA TECH over the last 3 seasons
TEXAS TECH is 1-1 straight up against LOUISIANA TECH over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SOUTHERN MISS (3 - 2) at S ALABAMA (5 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SOUTHERN MISS is 18-5 ATS (+12.5 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
SOUTHERN MISS is 18-5 ATS (+12.5 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
SOUTHERN MISS is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
S ALABAMA is 1-0 against the spread versus SOUTHERN MISS over the last 3 seasons
S ALABAMA is 1-0 straight up against SOUTHERN MISS 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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UNC-WILMINGTON (5 - 2) at MISSOURI ST (4 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UNC-WILMINGTON is 154-119 ATS (+23.1 Units) in all games since 1997.
UNC-WILMINGTON is 154-119 ATS (+23.1 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
UNC-WILMINGTON is 106-77 ATS (+21.3 Units) after a conference game since 1997.
UNC-WILMINGTON is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MISSOURI ST is 1-0 against the spread versus UNC-WILMINGTON over the last 3 seasons
MISSOURI ST is 1-0 straight up against UNC-WILMINGTON 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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TCU (4 - 2) at SMU (2 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TCU is 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) after allowing 80 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
SMU is 41-62 ATS (-27.2 Units) in all home games since 1997.
SMU is 41-62 ATS (-27.2 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
SMU is 65-91 ATS (-35.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
SMU is 4-17 ATS (-14.7 Units) in home games versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game since 1997.

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

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NEBRASKA (5 - 1) at W KENTUCKY (5 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEBRASKA is 14-28 ATS (-16.8 Units) in road games after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEBRASKA is 1-0 against the spread versus W KENTUCKY over the last 3 seasons
NEBRASKA is 1-0 straight up against W KENTUCKY 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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IOWA (5 - 4) at N IOWA (6 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IOWA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in all games this season.
IOWA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in all lined games this season.
IOWA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
IOWA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in non-conference games this season.

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

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WAKE FOREST (5 - 1) at VANDERBILT (7 - 0) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WAKE FOREST is 22-38 ATS (-19.8 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
WAKE FOREST is 22-38 ATS (-19.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
WAKE FOREST is 40-65 ATS (-31.5 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in road games on Wednesday games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 7-17 ATS (-11.7 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
WAKE FOREST is 18-32 ATS (-17.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
WAKE FOREST is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.
VANDERBILT is 39-21 ATS (+15.9 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
WAKE FOREST is 1-0 against the spread versus VANDERBILT over the last 3 seasons
WAKE FOREST is 1-0 straight up against VANDERBILT 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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DENVER (2 - 3) at COLORADO ST (4 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 7-19 ATS (-13.9 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 7-19 ATS (-13.9 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 3-14 ATS (-12.4 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
COLORADO ST is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) in home games in December games since 1997.
COLORADO ST is 25-12 ATS (+11.8 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
COLORADO ST is 23-10 ATS (+12.0 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.

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

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N TEXAS (5 - 1) at TEXAS (7 - 0) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N TEXAS is 6-18 ATS (-13.8 Units) against Big 12 conference opponents since 1997.
N TEXAS is 37-58 ATS (-26.8 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.

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

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TULSA (2 - 3) at OKLAHOMA (6 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TULSA is 40-23 ATS (+14.7 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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W VIRGINIA (5 - 1) vs. AUBURN (4 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 9:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W VIRGINIA is 14-29 ATS (-17.9 Units) in road games on Wednesday games since 1997.
AUBURN is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 3 seasons.
W VIRGINIA is 21-11 ATS (+8.9 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
W VIRGINIA is 21-11 ATS (+8.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
W VIRGINIA is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
W VIRGINIA is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
W VIRGINIA is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
W VIRGINIA is 17-7 ATS (+9.3 Units) after allowing 60 points or less 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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UTAH ST (5 - 4) at UTAH (4 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH ST is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
UTAH ST is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
UTAH is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) in home games in December games since 1997.
UTAH is 31-16 ATS (+13.4 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.

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

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LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT (2 - 6) at LONG BEACH ST (1 - 5) - 12/5/2007, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 8-22 ATS (-16.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 8-22 ATS (-16.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 3-14 ATS (-12.4 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 3-13 ATS (-11.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
LOYOLA-MARYMOUNT is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in road games after scoring 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
LONG BEACH ST is 24-10 ATS (+13.0 Units) versus poor offensive teams - scoring <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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PEPPERDINE (4 - 5) at UC-SANTA BARBARA (7 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PEPPERDINE is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
PEPPERDINE is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
PEPPERDINE is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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SAN JOSE ST (3 - 1) at SAN DIEGO (4 - 5) - 12/5/2007, 4:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN DIEGO is 11-1 ATS (+9.9 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 20-8 ATS (+11.2 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN JOSE ST is 1-0 against the spread versus SAN DIEGO over the last 3 seasons
SAN JOSE ST is 1-0 straight up against SAN DIEGO 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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PACIFIC (5 - 2) at SAN FRANCISCO (3 - 4) - 12/5/2007, 11:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN FRANCISCO is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) as a home favorite of 3 points or less or pick since 1997.
SAN FRANCISCO is 43-64 ATS (-27.4 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
SAN FRANCISCO is 43-65 ATS (-28.5 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
SAN FRANCISCO is 22-41 ATS (-23.1 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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WASHINGTON ST (7 - 0) at GONZAGA (7 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 11:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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MARIST (5 - 3) at CANISIUS (0 - 6) - 12/5/2007, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CANISIUS is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
CANISIUS is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CANISIUS is 4-1 against the spread versus MARIST over the last 3 seasons
MARIST is 4-2 straight up against CANISIUS over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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DAVIDSON (3 - 3) at CHARLOTTE (4 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DAVIDSON is 25-10 ATS (+14.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DAVIDSON is 25-10 ATS (+14.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DAVIDSON is 20-8 ATS (+11.2 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
DAVIDSON is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
DAVIDSON is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DAVIDSON is 64-41 ATS (+18.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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E KENTUCKY (3 - 4) at MURRAY ST (3 - 2) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MURRAY ST is 9-21 ATS (-14.1 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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E WASHINGTON (3 - 6) at KANSAS (7 - 0) - 12/5/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 2 seasons.
KANSAS is 19-35 ATS (-19.5 Units) in December games since 1997.

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

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UNLV (5 - 2) at N ARIZONA (4 - 3) - 12/5/2007, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UNLV is 24-13 ATS (+9.7 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 24-13 ATS (+9.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 52-32 ATS (+16.8 Units) in road games since 1997.
UNLV is 52-32 ATS (+16.8 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
UNLV is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
UNLV is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
UNLV is 1-0 against the spread versus N ARIZONA over the last 3 seasons
UNLV is 1-0 straight up against N ARIZONA 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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BOISE ST (5 - 2) at IDAHO ST (2 - 5) - 12/5/2007, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOISE ST is 55-31 ATS (+20.9 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.
IDAHO ST is 66-91 ATS (-34.1 Units) in all games since 1997.
IDAHO ST is 66-91 ATS (-34.1 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
IDAHO ST is 5-19 ATS (-15.9 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game since 1997.

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

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WEBER ST (2 - 4) at BYU (6 - 1) - 12/5/2007, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BYU is 17-7 ATS (+9.3 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
BYU is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all home games over the last 3 seasons.
BYU is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in home lined games over the last 3 seasons.
BYU is 24-8 ATS (+15.2 Units) in home games in December games since 1997.
BYU is 38-15 ATS (+21.5 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
BYU is 37-15 ATS (+20.5 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.
BYU is 39-22 ATS (+14.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.
WEBER ST is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

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

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:22 AM

College Basketball – Write up

NCAAB
Write-up

Wednesday, December 5

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Wednesday's College Basketball

Top Five Games

Georgetown is 5-0, with wins at Ball State (57-48), Old Dominion (66-48); they're 3-2 vs spread as favorite, now go to Birmingham for Big East/SEC twinbill. Alabama is depleted with Steele at PG they've lost to Belmont, Texas A&M, beat Southern Miss and SE Louisiana by just a basket each.

Syracuse is actually outside of New York, playing on another team's campus-- wow!! (First time in 10 years, non-conference). Orange is 5-2; they've given up 79+ points in four of the seven games, so defense ain't their thing. Virginia already has win at Arizona; this is their last big test until Jan 3 at Xavier.

Vanderbilt is 7-0, scoring 77+ points in every game; they're 4-2 vs spread as a favorite. Commodores (+4) lost 88-78 last year at Wake Forest. Deacons are 5-1, 1-1 on road, winning at Iowa but losing at Charlotte. Wake allowed 60 or less points in all six of its wins, so interesting to see how many Vanderbilt can score.

West Virginia beat Winthrop by 15, also beat New Mexico St on neutral floor after losing by hoop to Tennessee on the same court night before. Auburn lost its opener at Tulane (77-62) but won four in row since, beating three stiffs before they beat GW 74-70 in last game Sunday (+3). Nightcap of the twinbill down in SEC country, Birmingham.

Gonzaga was back east last week, winning tight ones at UConn, St Joe's, an excellent trip. Washington State beat Zags 77-67 LY (+3.5); Coogs are 7-0, 2-0 on road, rallying from behind in both away games, at Boise State, Baylor. Gonzaga won three games at home by lot, then went 2-1 in Alaska before the eastern trip.

Rest of the Card

-- St Bonaventure is 3-4, losing its road games 68-57 at Boston, 80-75 at Niagara; they're 1-1 as a dog. Ohio was in NYC, beating St Francis 67-63 Sunday; they won home games 102-89/80-72 against Cornell, New Mexico State.

-- Clemson is 7-0, winning only road game by hoop at Miss St; they held five of seven foes to 67 or less pts. East Carolina had lost four of last five games before upsetting George Mason by three points Sunday, 68-65.

-- Florida International lost last three games, by 8-27-3 pts, with a bad loss to Fla Gulf Coast Sunday. Buffalo is 0-3 on road, but Pitt, UConn were two of the trips- they also lost local rivalry at Niagara, 80-63.

-- Ball State is 0-6, losing 74-63 at St Joe's, 71-58 at Valparaiso; they did cover three of last four games. Purdue is 4-1, winning last game by 11 vs Indiana State, but they trailed at half in that game- they have lot of young players in rotation.

-- Fordham is disappointing 3-4, despite starting five seniors- they lost three of last four games, winning only at Manhattan. Hofstra lost CAA opener in OT Saturday, their third loss in last four games.

-- Richmond is 3-2, with four games decided by three points or less; they won 56-46 at South Florida LY (+9.5). USF won five in row after 0-3 start, allowing either 67 or 69 points in all five; they're 1-1 on road, losing at Buffalo, winning at FIU.

-- Duquesne lost first game in seven tries at Drake Saturday; it has been long time since they were single-digit dog to Pitt, who beat Dukes 73-56 LY (-27). Panthers are 7-0, with six wins by 27 or more points.

-- Georgia Tech is 2-4 as they search for PG (Crittendon left for NBA last year); they're 1-1 on road, winning at Tennessee State (trailed at half) lost by 4 at Indiana. Georgia State won last two games after an 0-3 start.

-- Drake beat Iowa State 80-78 in Ames LY; Bulldogs are 2-1 vs D-I teams, handing Duquesne first loss Saturday. Cyclones are 2-3, snapping three-game skid with OT win at Oregon State last Friday, in Big 12/Pac-10 Challenge.

-- VCU beat William & Mary twice LY, 88-77 (-6), 90-68 (-15); so far this year, Rams beat Maryland Sunday, after Hampton upset them game before that. Tribe is 0-4 on road, losing on NC State, Georgetown, also losing at Wagner (88-81), Richmond (58-55).

-- Youngstown State (+13) upset Kent 62-58 LY; Penguins lost lot of guys to graduation. Kent won six of last seven games; in last game they won 71-64 at NC-Greensboro- they're 1-1 on the road this year, losing 61-60 at Detroit.

-- Creighton beat Nebraska 74-62, Drexel 72-58 in last couple of games; Jays beat Xavier 73-67 LY (+2). Musketeers are 5-1 this season, losing 59-57 at Miami (they led 32-21 at half)- they won last four games, beating Kent, Indiana, Belmont by 13+ points.

-- Evansville is 1-4, winning only at winless Ball State; they lost as 12-point favorite to Samford. Princeton lost last five games, scoring 55.6 ppg, including a loss to D-II Chaminade; they are 2-2-1 as an underdog this season.

-- Texas Tech (-6) won 66-59 at Louisiana Tech LY; they lost at Centenary Saturday, as Knight (flu) missed second half. LT lost last last three games, including home loss to SE Missouri- they scored 52.3 ppg in last three games.

-- South Alabama is 4-3 vs D-I teams, losing in 2OTs to Vandy. Southern Miss is 3-2; three wins are vs non-D-I foes, losses are 67-59 at Cal, 79-77 at Alabama. Strange schedule for USM, with three non-D-I opponents in first five games.

-- Missouri State (-9) won 78-62 at UNCW LY; Bears lost 70-51 at Arkansas Monday, so quick turnaround here. Seahawks won last three games; they've had week off. UNCW is 0-2 on road, losing 89-73 at Illinois State, 95-71 at Indiana.

-- SMU (-7.5) beat TCU 64-62 LY; Mustangs won last two, after 0-4 start- all their losses are by 10+ pts. TCU lost last two after 4-0 start; they lost only road game 71-58 at Texas Tech. None of TCU's four wins are against good teams.

-- Western Kentucky lost at Northern Arizona Saturday; their previous loss was vs Gonzaga in Alaska- they lost 82-71 LY at Nebraska. Huskers beat Arizona State 62-47 (-2) Sunday, their fifth win in six games, but by far, their best win.

-- Northern Iowa (+3) won 57-55 at Iowa LY; Panthers are 7-1 so far this year, winning only home game 61-50 vs Loyola. Iowa is 1-3 in last four games, losing at home to UL-Monroe- this is the first true road game for Hawkeyes.

-- Colorado State (-3) won 81-73 at Denver LY; both sides have new coaches now. Rams are 4-3, despite having two returnees from LY. Denver scored 45 ppg in losing last two games- they lost only road game 64-46 at Northern Colorado.

-- North Texas upset New Mexico State for fourth win in its five games (also beat Okla State). Texas is 5-0 after winning Sunday at UCLA, holding Bruins scoreless for 8:59. 'horns also have a win by 19 over Tennessee, so they're formidable team.

-- Oklahoma (-6) beat Tulsa 58-48 LY on neutral court; Sooners won six of their last seven games, losing by 11 at USC. Tulsa is 1-3 after losing by 11 at UALR Saturday- they also lost to both Hampton and Oral Roberts.

-- Utah (+7.5) lost 60-57 at Utah State LY; Utes are 4-2, beating Weber State, Irvine in last two games. Aggies are 4-4, but won all of its three home games, Southern Utah (60-49), Austin Peay (71-68), Santa Clara (71-65).

-- Long Beach State (+3.5) beat LMU 66-65 LY; 49ers lost nine top scorers from LY, are 1-5, with only win in OT vs Idaho State Lions are 2-6, scoring 61 pts or less in all six losses, 83,97 in the two wins, vs Presbyterian, Mercer.

-- Santa Barbara beat Pepperdine in double OT LY 89-80; UCSB won four in row, six of seven games; they're 3-2 vs spread as a favorite this season. Pepperdine won four of its last five games, losing by six at Montana State in last game.

-- First road game for 3-1 San Jose squad that won two of three in tourney, then beat Bakersfield by 15. San Diego lost five of last seven games, is 1-2 at home; they're 1-0 as favorite this yr.

-- San Francisco (+3.5) lost 79-72 at Pacific LY; Dons are 2-4 vs D-I opponents, beating Sacramento State, Utah Valley, in their only two home games. Pacific won four of last five games after beating Nevada at home Saturday- they lost only road game at Saint Louis, 63-54.

-- Home side won both Marist-Canisius games LY, then Marist beat Griffs 87-63 in MAAC tourney (-8.5). Well-coached Foxes won three in row, are 4-3, with wins at Colgate, Bucknell. Griffs are 0-6, losing only home game 61-47 to Colgate.

-- Davidson (-4) crushed Charlotte 79-51 LY; Wildcats are 1-3 against tough schedule, keeping both Duke, UNC within 10 pts. With game vs UCLA up next, Wildcats need win to avoid a 1-5 start. 49ers are 4-2 after upsetting Wake Forest in last game.

-- Eastern Kentucky is 1-4 in last five games; they beat Murray State twice LY, 72-66 at home (-1.5), then 64-62 (+7.5). Murray is 3-2, beating Rider (66-65), Arkansas State (81-67) at home. EKU is 0-3 on road: East Tenn St (76-56), UAB (64-50), Duke (78-43).

-- Eastern Washington has losses at Washington State (68-41), New Mexico (92-57), Washington (87-68). Kansas is back from west coast trip, where they won by 4 at USC Sunday. This is a cash grab for EWU, potential blowout for Kansas.

-- Northern Arizona upset Western Kentucky at home in last game, after losing in OT to Pepperdine previously. UNLV is 5-2, 1-1 on road, losing 63-60 at UCSB, beating San Diego 66-55; in LY's game, UNLV crushed Lumberjacks, 93-53 (-7).

-- Boise State (-11.5) won 54-45 at Idaho State LY; Broncos are 4-2, winning last three games, including road wins at Southern Utah, San Francisco. ISU won rivalry game in OT at Idaho last game, just second win in their last six games.

-- BYU (-7) won 73-69 in OT at Weber State LY; Cougars are 6-1 after winning by 24 at Portland Saturday- they visit Michigan State next, better not look past Weber squad that got waxed at Illinois Saturday (lost by 17, was 47-22 at the half).

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:23 AM

College Basketball – Notes

NCAAB

Wednesday, December 5

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Wednesday's key NCAAB betting matchup notes
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No. 4 Georgetown at Alabama (+7)

Alabama leads 2-1 in the all-time series with Georgetown, winning 94-73 during the 1982-83 season in the teams' most recent meeting.

No. 17 Clemson at East Carolina (+14)

The Tigers have only one previous meeting with the Pirates, a 74-40 Clemson win on Dec. 29, 2004.

No. 9 Pittsburgh at Duquesne (+5 ½)

Pitt has won the last six matchups by an average of 17.0 points and 25 of the past 28 meetings to take a 44-31 lead in the overall series.

Creighton at No. 20 Xavier (-10 ½)

The Bluejays have taken two of the last three meetings on the Musketeers' home court, including 73-72 on Nov. 30, 2004 in the most recent meeting in Cincinnati.

North Texas at No. 5 Texas (-19)

This will be the 34th meeting between the Mean Green and the Longhorns. Texas owns a 28-5 advantage in the series, and has won six straight against North Texas.

Eastern Washington at No. 3 Kansas (-35)

Kansas, which looks to improve to 8-0 for the first time since winning its first 14 games in 2004-05, will try to extend its home winning streak over non-conference opponents to 15 when its faces Eastern Washington for the first time.

Wake Forest at No. 25 Vanderbilt (-9 ½)

These programs have split eight meetings all-time. Vanderbilt has won 17 of its last 18 overall home games.

Weber State at No. 22 Brigham Young (-22)

BYU has won the last four games between these teams, is 16-0 at home versus Weber State and leads the all-time series 22-10.

No. 6 Washington State at No. 19 Gonzaga (-3)

Washington State and Gonzaga have played each other 141 times. Washington State leads the series 96-45.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:24 AM

National Hockey League – Write up

NHL
Write-up

Wednesday, December 5

Today's NHL analysis

Hot Teams
-- Devils won last seven games, allowing nine goals. Bruins are 7-3 in their last ten games.
-- Flyers are 7-1 in game following their last eight losses. Wild won their last four games, all by a single goal.
-- Blackhawks won their last four home games. Canucks won three of their last four games.
-- Sharks won five of their last six road games. Stars won eight of their last ten games.
-- Oilers won last three games and five of last six. Penguins won four of their last five games.
-- Sabres won six of their last seven games.

Cold Teams
-- Colorado lost five of last seven road games. Jackets are 4-10 in their last fourteen games.
-- Thrashers lost four of their last five games. Islanders lost last three games, scoring total of three goals.
-- Senators lost last seven games, allowing 32 goals. Panthers lost their last two games, scoring four goals.
-- Kings lost eight of their last ten games. Coyotes are off 0-4 road trip, outscored 15-5.
-- Ducks lost five of their last seven games.

Series Records
-- Colorado won eight of last nine vs Columbus, winning four in a row in Ohio: 5-0/4-1/5-3/3-0.
-- Devils won six of last eight against the Bruins.
-- Islanders, Thrashers split last four meetings in this building.
-- Senators won five in row vs Florida, outscoring them 24-7.
-- Minnesota lost 3-2 at Philly two years ago, in last meeting.
-- Canucks won eight of last nine against the Blackhawks.
-- Sharks won four of last five visits to Dallas.
-- Coyotes won four of last five against the Kings.
-- Oilers won 3-1 at Pittsburgh two years ago, in only meeting since the lockout.
-- Sabres won 3-2 in OT at Anaheim two years ago, in the onlymeeting since lockout.

Totals
-- Under is 6-2 in last eight Colorado road games.
-- Under is 11-3-1 in last fifteen New Jersey games.
-- Under is 14-1-1 in last sixteen Islander games.
-- Over is 7-1 in last eight Ottawa games.
-- Under is 5-2 in Flyers' last seven road games.
-- Seven of last eight Chicago-Canuck games stayed under.
-- Under is 6-1-2 in last nine Dallas games.
-- Last five LA road games all stayed under the total.
-- Three of last four Edmonton games went over the total.
-- Under is 5-2-1 in last eight Anaheim games.

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**pm530** · 12-05-2007, 04:25 AM

National Hockey League – Matchup Notes

NHL

Wednesday, December 5

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NHL Matchup Notes
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Wednesday's key NHL betting matchup notes

Boston Bruins at New Jersey Devils (-160, 5)

These clubs split four meetings last season, with each winning once on the other's home ice.

New York Islanders at Atlanta Thrashers (-140, 5 ½)

Atlanta has won just four times in 14 home games against New York since entering the NHL for the 1999-00 season. Two of those victories, though, have come in the last three meetings at Philips Arena.

Colorado Avalanche at Columbus Blue Jackets (-125, 5 ½)

The Avalanche have won five straight at Nationwide Arena, outscoring the Blue Jackets 21-6 during that stretch. Colorado is 10-0-1 with one tie all-time at Columbus, and leads the all-time series 22-1-1 with one draw.

Ottawa Senators at Florida Panthers (+115, 5 ½)

The Senators have won five straight against Florida by a combined 24-7 score, and are 19-5-1 in the series since the start of the 2000-01 season.

Philadelphia Flyers at Minnesota Wild (-150, 5 ½)

This will be only the Wilds' third meeting with Philadelphia in Minnesota. They played to a 3-all tie in 2000 before the Wild posted a 2-0 win in 2003.

Vancouver Canucks at Chicago Blackhawks (-115, 5)

The Canucks have won 13 of the last 15 matchups with the Blackhawks, including a 2-0 victory Nov. 25. Vancouver has won four straight and six of seven in Chicago after winning just three of its previous 22 games there.

San Jose Sharks at Dallas Stars (-130, 5)

San Jose has won two of three meetings this season against the Stars, including both road matchups.

Pittsburgh Penguins at Edmonton Oilers (+100, 5 ½)

The Penguins last played in Edmonton on Dec. 6, 2003, a 4-3 Oilers win. Edmonton also won the teams' most recent meeting, 3-1, in Pittsburgh on Jan. 10, 2006.

Los Angeles Kings at Phoenix Coyotes (-140, 5 ½)

The Coyotes have scored 20 total goals during a four-game home winning streak versus Los Angeles.

Buffalo Sabres at Anaheim Ducks (-135, 5 ½)

The Sabres seek their sixth straight win in Anaheim. Since a 5-2 loss in January 1997, the Sabres have outscored the Ducks 23-7 during their winning streak.

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