Saturday Trends and Indexes 12/29

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College Basketball - Tips & Trends

NCAAB


Saturday, December 29

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Tips and Trends
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Wisconsin at #9 Texas (ESPN2 | 12 PM ET)

Texas is 12-4 ATS in its last 16 games overall.
Texas is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 home games.
The UNDER is 6-2 in Wisconsin's last 8 Saturday games.


San Diego at Kentucky (ESPN2 | 2 PM ET)

San Diego is 39-17 ATS in its last 56 road games.
The UNDER is 8-3 in San Diego's last 11 games overall.
The UNDER is 8-3 in San Diego's last 11 non-conference games.
The UNDER is 12-4 in Kentucky's last 16 Saturday games.


#12 Tennessee at Gonzaga (ESPN2 | 4 PM ET)

Gonzaga is 13-6 ATS in its last 19 games overall.
Gonzaga is 16-5 ATS in its last 21 Saturday games.
The OVER is 7-2 in Tennessee's last 9 neutral site games.
The OVER is 7-2 in Gonzaga's last 9 neutral site games.


Oklahoma at #23 West Virginia (ESPN2 | 6 PM ET)

The OVER is 7-2 in West Virginia's last 9 Saturday games.
The OVER is 8-3-1 in West Virginia's last 12 neutral site games.


#6 Pittsburgh at Dayton (ESPN2 | 8 PM ET)

Pittsburgh is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 Saturday games.
The UNDER is 12-2 in Pittsburgh's last 14 road games.
The OVER is 24-10 in Pittsburgh's last 34 Saturday games.
The OVER is 10-1 in Dayton's last 11 home games.


#18 Arizona at #2 Memphis (ESPN2 | 10 PM ET)

The UNDER is 12-3 in Arizona's last 15 non-conference games.
The UNDER is 8-2 in Arizona's last 10 road games.
The OVER is 8-3 in Memphis' last 11 non-conference games.

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College Basketball – Matchup Notes

NCAAB


Saturday, December 29

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Today's key NCAAB Top 25 matchup notes
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Saturday's key Top 25 NCAAB matchup notes

Wisconsin at No. 9 Texas (-7 ½)

The Longhorns and Badgers have met four times, with Wisconsin having won three. Texas has dropped the last two in the series, including the last meeting in Austin, 65-62 on Dec. 15, 1998.


American U. at No. 8 Georgetown (off)

The Eagles have dropped the last four in the series since their 62-61 victory on Dec. 15, 1982, and 11 of their last 12 meetings.


Tenn.-Martin at No. 15 Vanderbilt (off)

The Commodores have won all four matchups against Tennessee-Martin, including a 94-60 win in their last meeting on Nov. 29, 2003.


Florida A&M at No. 11 Texas A&M (off)

This is the first meeting between the teams.


Savannah State at No. 13 Marquette (off)

Marquette has won both meetings between the teams.


No. 12 Tennessee vs Gonzaga (-1)

The Bulldogs are facing the Volunteers for the first time.


Samford at No. 20 Clemson (off)

Clemson has won both of the previous matchups in this series, including a 96-56 rout at home in 1990.


Wis.-Green Bay at No. 7 Michigan State (off)

The teams have played each other each of the past three seasons, with the Spartans winning all three by an average of 33 points.


Winthrop at No. 19 Miami-Florida (off)

Miami is 2-1 all-time against Winthrop and won 81-56 in the last meeting on Dec. 16, 1995.


Oklahoma vs. No. 23 West Virginia (off)

Oklahoma is facing West Virginia for just the second time. The Mountaineers beat the Sooners 92-68 on Dec. 22, 2005 in the first meeting.


La Salle at No. 16 Villanova (off)

Villanova has won five straight against La Salle and leads the all-time series 30-26, including a 64-51 road win on Dec. 23, 2006, in the teams' last meeting.


Chicago State at No. 14 Indiana (off)

The Hoosiers look to finally put forth that total effort Saturday as they look to defeat Chicago State for the second straight season.


UC Davis at No. 5 UCLA (off)

This is the first meeting between UCLA and UC Davis.


Yale at No. 3 Kansas (off)

The Jayhawks look to improve to 3-0 versus the Bulldogs and win their 19th straight contest over a non-conference opponent at Allen Fieldhouse.


No. 6 Pittsburgh at Dayton (off)

One of Pitt's non-conference wins last season was an 84-54 victory over Dayton, the first time the teams had ever met.


No. 21 Brigham Young at Boise State (off)

Boise State, which is 3-8 against BYU, will face its second ranked opponent this season.


No. 18 Arizona at No. 2 Memphis (-8 ½)

Last season's meeting was the first between the programs since the 1965-66 season, but they're 3-3 against each other all-time.

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National Hockey League - Matchup Notes

NHL


Saturday, December 29

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Today's key NHL betting matchup notes
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Saturday's key NHL matchup notes

Philadelphia at Tampa Bay (+109, 6)

Since January 2003, the Lightning are 6-1-0 at the St. Pete Times Forum against the Flyers, with the lone loss coming by one goal.


Los Angeles at Colorado (-220, 6)

On Dec. 1, Ryan Symth scored two third-period goals to lead Colorado to a 5-2 victory over the Kings. Just 16 days later against Los Angeles, Smyth's power-play goal less than 3 minutes into the game started a three-goal first en route to a 4-2 triumph.


Washington at Ottawa (-275, 6)

Alexander Ovechkin had a goal and an assist as Washington ended Ottawa's franchise-record eight-game win streak with a 4-1 road victory on Nov. 8.


N.Y. Rangers at Toronto (-105, 5 ½)

Toronto has won two of three meetings with the Rangers in 2007-08, both in New York.


New Jersey at N.Y. Islanders (off)

New Jersey is 0-2-1 against the Islanders in 2007-08, all one-goal decisions including one in overtime. They've lost four straight in the series dating back to last season.


Boston at Atlanta (-148, 5 ½)

The Bruins visited Atlanta on Dec. 12, winning 5-3. That contest ended a six-game winning streak for the Thrashers against Boston.


Carolina at Columbus (-138, 5 ½)

Columbus has only beaten the Hurricanes twice in eight meetings. The teams have met in Columbus just three times, and Carolina has won the last two.


Buffalo at Pittsburgh (-135, 6)

Pittsburgh has yet to win in regulation at home over Buffalo with Sidney Crosby, going 1-2-1 with the lone victory coming in a shootout.


San Jose at Nashville (+102, 5)

The Sharks will try to snap a seven-game losing streak at Nashville since a 2-1 victory there on Oct. 24, 2002.


Edmonton at Minnesota (-189, 5)

The Wild have won five straight over the Oilers in Minnesota, where they are 12-6-0 this season.


Detroit at Phoenix (+160, 5 ½)

The Red Wings have won both meetings this season against the Coyotes, and have outscored them 30-10 during a six-game win streak in the series.


St. Louis at Dallas (-170, 5)

Dallas looks to snap a three-game skid against St. Louis when the teams meet for the first time this season.


Anaheim at Calgary (-112, 5)

The Ducks had lost six straight at Calgary before Giguere made 38 saves in Anaheim's 4-1 victory on Nov. 29. Anaheim has won three of the last four overall meetings.

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NBA today - Saturday, Dec. 29


SCOREBOARD
Saturday, Dec. 29

Boston at Utah (9 p.m. EST). The Celtics have won nine of their last 10 games.

STARS
Friday

-Allen Iverson, Nuggets, scored 39 points to lead Denver to a 124-120 victory over the Golden State Warriors.

-Ben Gordon, Bulls, scored 19 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter to lead Chicago to a 103-99 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

-Dwight Howard, Magic, had 29 points and 20 rebounds in a 121-114 overtime win over the Heat.

BASKETBALL ROYALTY

Phil Jackson pulled even with Red Auerbach in regular-season victories, 5 1/2 seasons after tying the Boston Celtics' coach for the most NBA championships won. The Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 123-109 Friday night, giving Jackson his 938th career win and a share of seventh place on the career list. Jackson will get a chance to pass Auerbach when the Lakers host the Celtics on Sunday night in the 177th regular-season meeting of the NBA's greatest rivalry. They've faced each other 10 times in the finals, with Boston winning the first eight and the Lakers prevailing in 1985 and 1987.

NOT ENOUGH

Dwight Howard had 29 points and 20 rebounds, Hedo Turkoglu capped his 22-point night by hitting a huge 3-pointer with 11 seconds left and the Magic survived some late-game Miami heroics to beat the Heat 121-114 on Friday night - giving coach Stan Van Gundy a victory in his return to South Florida. Wade matched a career high with 48 points, 20 of them coming in the fourth quarter and all of them in regulation for Miami, which fell to 8-22.

STREAKING

Brandon Roy scored 22 points despite not playing the second quarter, and the Portland Trail Blazers got their league-leading 12th straight victory Friday night by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 109-98. The streak matches Portland's best run since winning 12 in a row during the 2001-02 season, the team's second-longest stretch. Portland's longest streak was 16 games in the 1990-91 season.

WINNING DEBUT

Ben Gordon scored 19 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter and the Chicago Bulls beat the Milwaukee Bucks 103-99 Friday night to give Jim Boylan a win in his debut as interim coach. Boylan was promoted from his assistant's role Thursday, replacing Scott Skiles, who was fired on Christmas Eve after the Bulls' horrendous start. Chicago is now 10-17.

DIALING IT DOWN

Amare Stoudemire scored 28 points on 12-of-15 shooting Friday night and the Phoenix Suns won for the first time this season with fewer than 100 points, pulling away over the final 1 1/2 minutes to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 94-88. The Suns were 0-5 when scoring under 100.

STRONG IN DEFEAT

Miami's Dwyane Wade matched a career high with 48 points in a 121-114 overtime loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night. ... Michael Redd scored 34 points for the Bucks in a 103-99 loss to the Chicago Bulls. ... Baron Davis had 29 points and 13 assists in Golden State's 124-120 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

SPEAKING

''The longer you stay here, the more wins you're going to accumulate. But I've never really followed that stuff, you know? I think the night that made the most sense to me, in terms of numbers of wins, was when I got my 500th and Bill Fitch was coaching on the other side. He was my college coach, and he came over and shook my hand after the game.'' - Lakers coach Phil Jackson, who pulled even with Red Auerbach in regular-season victories at 938 with a 123-109 win over the Utah Jazz on Friday night.

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Hockey today - Saturday, Dec. 29


SCOREBOARD
Saturday, Dec. 29

Buffalo at Pittsburgh (7:30 p.m. EST). The Sabres visit the Penguins in a preview of their Jan. 1 outdoor matchup in Buffalo.

STARS
Friday

-Evgeni Nabokov, Sharks, made 26 saves to earn his fifth shutout and league-leading 20th win as San Jose edged St. Louis 1-0.

-Martin Brodeur, Devils, stopped 26 shots and made three saves in the shootout to lift New Jersey to a 2-1 win over Buffalo.

CLUB RECORD

Evgeni Nabokov stopped 26 shots to pick up his fifth shutout and league-leading 20th win to help San Jose extend its club-record road winning streak to eight games with a 1-0 win over St. Louis on Friday. The Sharks also set a team record by earning a point in their 11th straight road game (10-0-1). The Blues have not beaten San Jose at home since Dec. 18, 2003.

BEEN A WHILE

Mike Mottau's first goal since October got New Jersey even late in the third period and the Devils edged Buffalo 2-1 in a shootout on Friday to pick up their third straight win. New Jersey has scored just five goals in the spurt. It was Mottau's first goal in 30 games dating back to Oct. 6.

SNAPPED

Guillaume Latendresse, Michael Ryder and Christopher Higgins scored on the first three shots of the game and Montreal routed Florida 5-1 on Friday. The Canadiens snapped a six-game winless streak against the Panthers. Florida had been 5-0-1 against Montreal the past two seasons. ... Buffalo earned a point but dropped its second straight following six consecutive wins, falling to New Jersey 2-1. The Sabres had a four-game road winning streak snapped.

SIGNED

The New York Islanders signed top prospect Kyle Okposo to a three-year, entry level contract on Friday. He will join the Islanders' organization, which selected him with the No. 7 pick in the 2006 NHL draft, after the junior tournament is over. He tallied 40 points in 40 games as a freshman at at Minnesota.

SPEAKING

''I went to the bench and I asked (assistant coach) Jeff Daniels 'What do you think?' He said, 'Go to your butter,' and that's my move to my backhand.'' - Carolina's Chad LaRose, on his penalty-shot goal in the Hurricanes' 4-3 win over Boston on Friday.

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NHL
Hot Lines


Saturday, December 29

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Ice picks: Saturday's best NHL bets
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San Jose at Nashville (-102, 5)

The Sharks hope to continue their road success in Nashville. San Jose won the first two games of their current road swing and have now won eight in a row away from the Shark Tank.

San Jose is allowing just 1.89 goals per game on the road this season.

Nashville was 3-1 in the regular season against the Sharks in 2006-07, but was eliminated by San Jose in the first round of last spring's playoffs. The Sharks shut out the Predators 3-0 in their only meeting this season.

Pick: Sharks -108


Detroit at Phoenix (+160, 5 1/2)

The Red Wings are 12-5-2 on the road, with only one away loss in the last month. Today they look for their fourth straight win to wrap up a five-game road trip.

The Detroit offense leads the NHL in goals and shots on goal, and its defense is tops in goals against and shots against.

Meanwhile, the Coyotes have lost three straight games at home and have won only three times in the last 19 meetings with the Wings in Glendale.

Pick: Red Wings -170


St. Louis at Dallas (-165, 5)

The St. Louis Blues have scored just two goals in their last three games and have been shut out in two straight losses.

The Stars are fresh off their largest offensive output of the season. They scored eight times to defeat Minnesota on Wednesday and have 32 goals and seven victories in their last eight games.

Dallas goalie Marty Turco is 8-4 in his career against St. Louis and has won eight of his last 10 starts.

Pick: Stars -165

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NFL

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NFL poolies' cheat sheet: Week 17
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New England at N.Y. Giants (+13 .5)

Why Patriots cover: Trying to remain undefeated. Tom Brady and Randy Moss can set individual league records. Giants could rest some players for their wild-card playoff game. New York has not won a home game since October.

Why Giants cover: Will want to spoil Patriots’ perfect season. New England could rest players once the game is in hand. The Patriots have only covered twice in their last seven games.

Total (46 .5): Over is 4-1 in Patriots’ last five road games and 4-1 in Giants’ last five home games.


Buffalo at Philadelphia (-9)

Why Bills cover: Have rushed for over 100 yards in four straight games averaging 137.3 yards during that span. Brian Dawkins is questionable with a foot injury.

Why Eagles cover: Donovan McNabb has rushed for 101 yards in his last three games after totaling only 135 in his first 10. That suggests he is finally recovered from the knee injury suffered last season. Bills will be without left tackle Jason Peters, who has been lost for the season with a groin injury.

Total (38): Under is 4-1 in Bills’ last five road games and 6-1-2 in Eagles’ last nine versus a team with a losing record.


Carolina at Tampa Bay (+3)

Why Panthers Cover: Panthers are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 meetings, winning seven of nine and four straight at Tampa. Tampa Bay’s starters are only expected to see limited action. Carolina is 2-0 ATS since Matt Moore took over as the starting quarterback.

Why Buccaneers cover: Backup QB Luke McCown has played well in limited action, completing 65.8 percent of his passes with an 87.4 quarterback rating. Underdog is 8-1 ATS in last nine series meetings.

Total (36): Under is 10-4 in the last 14 meetings.


Cincinnati at Miami (+3)

Why Bengals cover: Dolphins, allowing 30.5 points per game over their last four, are missing key defensive players Channing Crowder and Zach Thomas. Miami is on 1-6 ATS at home.

Why Dolphins cover: Both coaches and players will be hoping to impress Bill Parcells, the team’s new executive VP of football operations. Cincinnati has not won back-to-back games this season and is 0-6 all-time at Miami.

Total (45): Under is 5-0 in Bengals’ last five games.


Detroit at Green Bay (-4)

Why Lions cover: Packers will likely be without deep threat Greg Jennings and could rest their starters to get ready for the playoffs. With backup QB Aaron Rodgers hurting, Green Bay could use third-stringer Craig Nall to spell Brett Favre. Nall has not attempted a pass this season.

Why Packers cover: Ryan Grant has rushed for 839 yards and seven TDs in nine games since becoming the Packers’ featured back. Detroit has lost 15 straight meetings in Green Bay and is 4-10-1 ATS during that span. Home team is 15-5-1 ATS in last 21 series meetings. Lions will be without starting running back Kevin Jones, who is lost for the season with a knee injury.

Total (39): Under is 4-0 in the last four meetings in Green Bay.


Jacksonville at Houston (-6 .5)

Why Jaguars cover: Fred Taylor has rushed for over 100 yards in five consecutive games. QB Quinn Gray was 2-1 filling in for David Garrard while playing each game on the road. Underdog is 5-1 ATS in last six series meetings.

Why Texans cover: Sage Rosenfels is 3-1 as the starting quarterback. Jaguars are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 meetings and 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings in Houston. Jacksonville can’t improve their playoff position and could rest their starters.

Total (41): Under is 6-2 in the last eight meetings.


Seattle at Atlanta (-1)

Why Seahawks cover: Mike Holmgren said he might not rest his players. Defense can set a team record for fewest points allowed in a season if it can hold the Falcons under 13. Underdog is 4-1 ATS in last five series meetings. Road team is 4-1 ATS in last five meetings.

Why Falcons cover: Chris Redman has thrown for 818 yards and six TDs in four games since becoming the starting QB. Atlanta has covered only three times this season, but two of those were at home.

Total (38): Over is 6-0 in Falcons’ last 6 games.


San Francisco at Cleveland (-10)

Why 49ers cover: With wins against Tampa Bay and Cincinnati, San Francisco is 2-0 both straight up and ATS since Shaun Hill became the staring quarterback. Frank Gore has stepped up his play in the second half. He is averaging 123.3 total yards per game, compared to 80 yards per game in his first seven contests.

Why Browns cover: Have won six straight at home, covering each time. Niners QB Hill will be playing with a sore back.

Total: (40 .5): Under is 5-0 in Browns’ last five games.


New Orleans at Chicago (+1)

Why Saints cover: Saints are 5-2-1 ATS in their last eight meetings. Need to win to keep playoff hopes alive. Could have Reggie Bush back from a knee injury.

Why Bears cover: Are 2-0 ATS with Kyle Orton as the starting quarterback. Have won last two meetings. Already weak Saints secondary will be without Mike McKenzie, out for the season with a torn ACL.

Total (40): Over is 4-1 in the last five meetings.


Minnesota at Denver (+3)

Why Vikings cover: Need to win to keep playoff hopes alive. Have won two straight meetings and five of the last seven against Denver. Broncos are giving up 140.7 yards per game on the ground.

Why Broncos cover: Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson has been picked off five times in his last two games and will face Champ Bailey and Dre’ Bly in Denver’s secondary. Adrian Peterson has only totaled 108 yards rushing over his last three games.

Total (42): Over is 11-1 in Broncos’ last 12 home games.


San Diego at Oakland (+9)

Why Chargers cover: Are 8-1 ATS in their last nine meetings and 5-0 ATS in their last five meetings in Oakland. A win will give San Diego the third seed in the playoffs. Favorite is 7-1 ATS in last eight series meetings. JaMarcus Russell (24.6 rating) will make his first career start at quarterback. Warren Sapp could was suspended for bumping an official.

Why Raiders cover: Are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 vs. AFC West. LaDainian Tomlinson has a sore hamstring and could be rested as the Chargers prepare for the playoffs.

Total (42 .5): Under is 6-0 in the last six meetings.


St. Louis at Arizona (-6)

Why Rams cover: Have won four of their last five meetings at Arizona. Road team is 5-0 SU and 4-1 ATS. Underdog is 8-0 ATS in last eight series meetings.

Why Cardinals cover: Are averaging 24.7 points per game at home. Trying to avoid finishing with a losing record for the first time since 1998. The Rams have allowed the most points (390) in the NFC.

Total (48 .5): Under is 4-1 in the last five meetings in Arizona.


Kansas City at N.Y. Jets (-6 .5)

Why Chiefs cover: Herm Edwards will be facing his former team for the first time. Jets QB Kellen Clemens is battling rib and shoulder injuries. New York is only averaging 11.3 points per game over its last three games, all losses.

Why Jets cover: Larry Johnson will not play for the Chiefs. Chad Pennington (86.2 rating) will start at quarterback if Clemens (59.0) can’t go.

Total (34): Under is 4-1 in Jets’ last five home games and 5-1 in their last six overall.


Pittsburgh at Baltimore (+3)

Why Steelers cover: Ravens have lost nine consecutive games. Need to win for a chance at the third seed in the AFC playoffs. Baltimore will start third-string QB Troy Smith again. Willis McGahee has broken ribs and is unlikely to play this week.

Why Ravens cover: Ben Roethlisberger is unlikely to play because of an ankle injury. Home team is 5-2 ATS in last seven series meetings. Willie Parker suffered a broken leg last week and is out for the season. Steelers are 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings.

Total (34 .5): Over is 9-4 in the last 13 meetings.


Dallas at Washington (-9)

Why Cowboys cover: Are 7-2 ATS in their last nine meetings in Washington. Underdog is 17-4 ATS in last 21 series meetings. Coach Wade Phillips said he wants to win for "the integrity of the game." The Cowboys can set a franchise record for most wins in a season with a victory. Terry Glenn is expected to return from knee surgery.

Why Redskins cover: Will clinch a playoff birth with a victory. Todd Collins has thrown four TDs with no interceptions and has a QB rating of 107.0 since replacing the injured Jason Campbell. Cowboys are 1-4 ATS in their last five meetings. Terrell Owens (sprained ankle) probably won’t play and Tony Romo (sore thumb) is expected to be limited.

Total (39 1/2): Over is 5-1 in Vikings’ last six home games.


Tennessee at Indianapolis (+6)

Why Titans cover: Can earn a playoff birth with a win. Titans are averaging 134.1 yards per game on the ground. Colts will play backup QB Jim Sorgi for at least half of the game and will likely rest many of their regulars.

Why Colts cover: Have won four straight meetings at home, outscoring Tennessee 133-47. Marvin Harrison might see his first action since Week 6.

Total (39): Under is 5-0 in the last five meetings and 5-1 during the last six meetings at Indianapolis.

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NCAAB
Dunkel


Illinois State at Creighton
The Missouri Valley schedule kicks off tonight with Illinois State visiting Creighton. The Redbirds are riding a three-game winning streak, but have already dropped a pair of non-conference road games against MAC teams (Kent State and Eastern Michigan). The Blue Jays, meanwhile, only have a road loss at Xavier as their lone blemish and have beaten Nebraska and St. Joseph's at home. Creighton is the pick to cover (-7) in this one according to Dunkel, which has the Blue Jays favored by 13. Dunkel Pick: Creighton (-7). Here are all of today's games.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29

Game 719-720: Wisconsin at Texas
Dunkel Ratings: Wisconsin 72.562; Texas 76.508
Dunkel Line: Texas by 4
Vegas Line: Texas by 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Wisconsin (+7 1/2)

Game 721-722: Florida International at Purdue
Dunkel Ratings: Florida International 46.437; Purdue 62.563
Dunkel Line: Purdue by 16
Vegas Line: Purdue by 19 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Florida International (+19 1/2)

Game 723-724: Arkansas-Little Rock at Northern Illinois
Dunkel Ratings: Arkansas-Little Rock 53.151; Northern Illinois 45.933
Dunkel Line: Arkansas-Little Rock by 7 1/2
Vegas Line: Arkansas-Little Rock by 4
Dunkel Pick: Arkansas-Little Rock (-4)

Game 725-726: San Diego at Kentucky
Dunkel Ratings: San Diego 56.492; Kentucky 65.669
Dunkel Line: Kentucky by 9
Vegas Line: Kentucky by 12 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Diego (+12 1/2)

Game 727-728: Towson at Auburn
Dunkel Ratings: Towson 48.259; Auburn 60.222
Dunkel Line: Auburn by 12
Vegas Line: Auburn by 14
Dunkel Pick: Towson (+14)

Game 729-730: TCU at Rice
Dunkel Ratings: TCU 54.600; Rice 49.248
Dunkel Line: TCU by 5 1/2
Vegas Line: TCU by 4
Dunkel Pick: TCU (-4)

Game 731-732: Washington at LSU
Dunkel Ratings: Washington 62.147; LSU 64.750
Dunkel Line: LSU by 2 1/2
Vegas Line: LSU by 5
Dunkel Pick: Washington (+5)

Game 733-734: UL Monroe at Arkansas
Dunkel Ratings: UL Monroe 49.866; Arkansas 67.387
Dunkel Line: Arkansas by 17 1/2
Vegas Line: Arkansas by 19 1/2
Dunkel Pick: UL Monroe (+19 1/2)

Game 735-736: Northern Iowa at Bradley
Dunkel Ratings: Northern Iowa 59.528; Bradley 62.941
Dunkel Line: Bradley by 3 1/2
Vegas Line: Bradley by 6
Dunkel Pick: Northern Iowa (+6)

Game 737-738: WI-Milwaukee at Wyoming
Dunkel Ratings: WI-Milwaukee 49.923; Wyoming 56.852
Dunkel Line: Wyoming by 7
Vegas Line: Wyoming by 12
Dunkel Pick: WI-Milwaukee (+12)

Game 739-740: Tennessee vs. Gonzaga
Dunkel Ratings: Tennessee 69.240; Gonzaga 69.903
Dunkel Line: Even
Vegas Line: Gonzaga by 1
Dunkel Pick: Tennessee (+1)

Game 741-742: DePaul at Detroit
Dunkel Ratings: DePaul 58.598; Detroit 51.977
Dunkel Line: DePaul by 6 1/2
Vegas Line: DePaul by 4 1/2
Dunkel Pick: DePaul (-4 1/2)

Game 743-744: WI-Green Bay at Michigan State
Dunkel Ratings: WI-Green Bay 54.864; Michigan State 76.674
Dunkel Line: Michigan State by 22
Vegas Line: Michigan State by 24
Dunkel Pick: WI-Green Bay (+24)

Game 745-746: Fresno State at Stanford
Dunkel Ratings: Fresno State 54.045; Stanford 70.811
Dunkel Line: Stanford by 17
Vegas Line: Stanford by 21
Dunkel Pick: Fresno State (+21)

Game 747-748: Missouri at Mississippi State (Postponed)
Dunkel Ratings: No Ratings
Dunkel Line: N/A
Vegas Line: N/A
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 749-750: Oklahoma vs. West Virginia
Dunkel Ratings: Oklahoma 68.830; West Virginia 78.606
Dunkel Line: West Virginia by 10
Vegas Line: West Virginia by 8
Dunkel Pick: West Virginia (-8)

Game 751-752: George Washington at Alabama
Dunkel Ratings: George Washington 55.166; Alabama 65.488
Dunkel Line: Alabama by 10 1/2
Vegas Line: Alabama by 13 1/2
Dunkel Pick: George Washington (+13 1/2)

Game 753-754: Temple vs. Florida
Dunkel Ratings: Temple 60.041; Florida 67.355
Dunkel Line: Florida by 7
Vegas Line: Florida by 8
Dunkel Pick: Temple (+8)

Game 755-756: LaSalle at Villanova
Dunkel Ratings: LaSalle 47.727; Villanova 71.898
Dunkel Line: Villanova by 24
Vegas Line: Villanova by 19
Dunkel Pick: Villanova (-19)

Game 757-758: Cleveland State at Kent State
Dunkel Ratings: Cleveland State 53.000; Kent State 64.109
Dunkel Line: Kent State by 11
Vegas Line: Kent State by 13 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Cleveland State (+13 1/2)

Game 759-760: Illinois-Chicago at Akron
Dunkel Ratings: Illinois-Chicago 58.867; Akron 66.269
Dunkel Line: Akron by 7 1/2
Vegas Line: Akron by 12
Dunkel Pick: Illinois-Chicago (+12)

Game 761-762: Brown at Notre Dame
Dunkel Ratings: Brown 53.909; Notre Dame 69.235
Dunkel Line: Notre Dame by 15 1/2
Vegas Line: Notre Dame by 19 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Brown (+19 1/2)

Game 763-764: UC Davis at UCLA
Dunkel Ratings: UC Davis 42.989; UCLA 79.307
Dunkel Line: UCLA by 36 1/2
Vegas Line: UCLA by 35
Dunkel Pick: UCLA (-35)

Game 765-766: Pittsburgh at Dayton
Dunkel Ratings: Pittsburgh 73.450; Dayton 66.935
Dunkel Line: Pittsburgh by 6 1/2
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh by 4
Dunkel Pick: Pittsburgh (-4)

Game 767-768: Western Kentucky at Troy
Dunkel Ratings: Western Kentucky 61.295; Troy 57.209
Dunkel Line: Western Kentucky by 4
Vegas Line: Western Kentucky by 10
Dunkel Pick: Troy (+10)

Game 769-770: Yale at Kansas
Dunkel Ratings: Yale 50.508; Kansas 82.517
Dunkel Line: Kansas by 32
Vegas Line: Kansas by 36
Dunkel Pick: Yale (+36)

Game 771-772: Old Dominion at UAB
Dunkel Ratings: Old Dominion 60.101; UAB 64.580
Dunkel Line: UAB by 4 1/2
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 773-774: UC-Riverside at USC
Dunkel Ratings: UC-Riverside 39.933; USC 74.657
Dunkel Line: USC by 35
Vegas Line: USC by 28
Dunkel Pick: USC (-28)

Game 775-776: Illinois State at Creighton
Dunkel Ratings: Illinois State 60.428; Creighton 73.252
Dunkel Line: Creighton by 13
Vegas Line: Creighton by 7
Dunkel Pick: Creighton (-7)

Game 777-778: Drake at Wichita State
Dunkel Ratings: Drake 64.870; Wichita State 62.893
Dunkel Line: Drake by 2
Vegas Line: Wichita State by 2
Dunkel Pick: Drake (+2)

Game 779-780: Indiana State at Evansville
Dunkel Ratings: Indiana State 53.601; Evansville 52.562
Dunkel Line: Indiana State by 1
Vegas Line: Evansville by 1
Dunkel Pick: Indiana State (+1)

Game 781-782: Miami (OH) at Cincinnati
Dunkel Ratings: Miami (OH) 60.251; Cincinnati 54.936
Dunkel Line: Miami (OH) by 5 1/2
Vegas Line: Miami (OH) by 3
Dunkel Pick: Miami (OH) (-3)

Game 783-784: Florida Atlantic at UL Lafayette
Dunkel Ratings: Florida Atlantic 43.478; UL Lafayette 52.062
Dunkel Line: UL Lafayette by 8 1/2
Vegas Line: UL Lafayette by 10
Dunkel Pick: Florida Atlantic (+10)

Game 785-786: BYU at Boise State
Dunkel Ratings: BYU 70.090; Boise State 60.741
Dunkel Line: BYU by 9 1/2
Vegas Line: BYU by 7
Dunkel Pick: BYU (-7)

Game 787-788: Arizona at Memphis
Dunkel Ratings: Arizona 72.274; Memphis 77.066
Dunkel Line: Memphis by 5
Vegas Line: Memphis by 10
Dunkel Pick: Arizona (+10)

Game 789-790: Long Beach State vs. Bucknell
Dunkel Ratings: Long Beach State 49.029; Bucknell 48.895
Dunkel Line: Even
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 791-792: North Dakota State at California
Dunkel Ratings: North Dakota State 54.988; California 71.509
Dunkel Line: California by 16 1/2
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 793-794: Hofstra vs. Marist
Dunkel Ratings: Hofstra 51.082; Marist 54.250
Dunkel Line: Marist by 3
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 795-796: Virginia Tech at St. John's
Dunkel Ratings: Virginia Tech 65.698; St. John's 59.629
Dunkel Line: Virginia Tech by 6
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 797-798: Georgia Southern vs. Rhode Island
Dunkel Ratings: Georgia Southern 55.850; Rhode Island 67.378
Dunkel Line: Rhode Island by 11 1/2
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 799-800: Eastern Michigan at TX-Corpus Christi
Dunkel Ratings: Eastern Michigan 52.403; TX-Corpus Christi 53.164
Dunkel Line: TX-Corpus Christi by 1
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 801-802: Howard vs. Furman
Dunkel Ratings: Howard 32.581; Furman 42.078
Dunkel Line: Furman by 9 1/2
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 803-804: CS Fullerton at St. Mary's (CA)
Dunkel Ratings: CS Fullerton 61.431; St. Mary's (CA) 70.221
Dunkel Line: St. Mary's (CA) by 9
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 805-806: Morgan State vs. Denver
Dunkel Ratings: Morgan State 49.855; Denver 47.947
Dunkel Line: Morgan State by 2
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 807-808: Niagara at Santa Clara
Dunkel Ratings: Niagara 57.073; Santa Clara 59.032
Dunkel Line: Santa Clara by 2
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 809-810: Tennessee-Martin at Vanderbilt
Dunkel Ratings: Tennessee-Martin 44.839; Vanderbilt 69.236
Dunkel Line: Vanderbilt by 24 1/2
Vegas Line: Vanderbilt by 27
Dunkel Pick: Tennessee-Martin (+27)

Game 811-812: Manhattan at Rutgers
Dunkel Ratings: Manhattan 48.481; Rutgers 56.216
Dunkel Line: Rutgers by 8
Vegas Line: Rutgers by 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Rutgers (-5 1/2)

Game 813-814: Western Carolina at NC State
Dunkel Ratings: Western Carolina 43.561; NC State 64.339
Dunkel Line: NC State by 21
Vegas Line: NC State by 18
Dunkel Pick: NC State (-18)

Game 815-816: Iona at Louisville
Dunkel Ratings: Iona 49.371; Louisville 65.712
Dunkel Line: Louisville by 16 1/2
Vegas Line: Louisville by 18 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Iona (+18 1/2)

Game 817-818: Samford at Clemson
Dunkel Ratings: Samford 49.463; Clemson 71.651
Dunkel Line: Clemson by 22 1/2
Vegas Line: Clemson by 24 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Samford (+24 1/2)

Game 819-820: NC Greensboro at NC Wilmington
Dunkel Ratings: NC Greensboro 53.315; NC Wilmington 58.080
Dunkel Line: NC Wilmington by 4 1/2
Vegas Line: NC Wilmington by 6 1/2
Dunkel Pick: NC Greensboro (+6 1/2)

Game 821-822: Eastern Illinois at Bowling Green
Dunkel Ratings: Eastern Illinois 39.420; Bowling Green 54.255
Dunkel Line: Bowling Green by 15
Vegas Line: Bowling Green by 12 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Bowling Green (-12 1/2)

Game 823-824: Austin Peay at Middle Tennessee St.
Dunkel Ratings: Austin Peay 52.090; Middle Tennessee St. 49.133
Dunkel Line: Austin Peay by 3
Vegas Line: Austin Peay by 1 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Austin Peay (-1 1/2)

Game 825-826: UC Santa Barbara at Eastern Washington
Dunkel Ratings: UC Santa Barbara 60.712; Eastern Washington 51.704
Dunkel Line: UC Santa Barbara by 9
Vegas Line: UC Santa Barbara by 6 1/2
Dunkel Pick: UC Santa Barbara (-6 1/2)

Game 827-828: South Carolina State vs. James Madison
Dunkel Ratings: South Carolina State 41.286; James Madison 53.786
Dunkel Line: James Madison by 12 1/2
Vegas Line: James Madison by 11
Dunkel Pick: James Madison (-11)

Game 829-830: Mercer at College of Charleston
Dunkel Ratings: Mercer 46.432; College of Charleston 52.377
Dunkel Line: College of Charleston by 6
Vegas Line: College of Charleston by 10
Dunkel Pick: Mercer (+10)

Game 831-832: Belmont vs. Wright State
Dunkel Ratings: Belmont 51.648; Wright State 59.654
Dunkel Line: Wright State by 8
Vegas Line: Pick
Dunkel Pick: Wright State

Game 833-834: Murray State at Chattanooga
Dunkel Ratings: Murray State 49.876; Chattanooga 58.087
Dunkel Line: Chattanooga by 8
Vegas Line: Chattanooga by 4
Dunkel Pick: Chattanooga (-4)

[Udog]

NCAAB
Write-Up


First Post - Earlier Games


Saturday's Games

Games of the Day

Wisconsin is 9-2, 1-1 on road, losing 82-58 at Duke, winning by 22 at Milwaukee; favorite covered five of seven lined games for Badgers. Texas lost its first game 78-72 at Michigan State week ago (+3.5); they're 2-1 vs spread when favored. Longhorns won 63-61 at UCLA, 97-78 vs Tennessee in two best wins so far.

Northern Iowa beat Bradley twice LY, 76-65 at home (-4), 79-70 here (+8.5) then lost to Braves in MVC tourney 51-48 (+1). UNI is 4-3 in last seven games after 4-0 start; they're 6-1 away from home, oddly enough, losing 61-55 at So. Dakota St. Bradley is 1-3 in last four games; they're 3-5 vs spread as the favorite.

Tennessee won eight games in row, winning at Xavier, beating West Va on neutral court, beating Western Ky on neutral floor. Gonzaga split last four games after 7-1 start; they got Heytfeldt back in lineup last week- both their losses are by four points, at home to Washington State, at Oklahoma. Game is in Seattle, so not on Gonzaga's home court, but it'll be a Gonzaga crowd.

West Virginia won its last eight games; they're 3-1 vs spread as favorite- they start Big East play Thursday at Notre Dame; this is their final tuneup for that. Oklahoma is 8-3, 2-2 away from its home court, losing 63-53 vs Memphis in NYC, 66-55 at USC and 66-62 to SF Austin-- they beat Arkansas, Gonzaga last 2 games.

Pittsburgh crushed Dayton 84-54 at home LY (-13); Pitt is 11-0, but hasn't played since OT win vs Duke nine days ago, so they could be ripe for upset against Flyer club that won nine in row since 67-56 loss at George Mason in second game of year. UD is 2-0 vs spread as dog this season. Pitt is 4-2 as a favorite.

Rest of card

-- Purdue lost two of last three games, failed to cover last five tries as favorite. Florida Int'l lost four in row, seven of last eight games; they're 1-4 vs spread as underdog. This is Boilers' last dress rehearsal for Big 11.

-- Ark-Little Rock is 9-2, 2-1 on road, winning 71-40 at LMU and 59-52 at Rice, losing 80-61 at Creighton in last game. Trojans are 3-1 vs spread as favorite. Northern Illinois lost last three games, is 2-9 this season, but covered five of last six as underdog.

-- San Diego lost three of last four games; they're 4-4 vs spread as dig this season. Kentucky snapped 4-game skid with win in last game (69-47 vs Tenn Tech); they're 2-2 vs spread as a fave.

-- Towson lost four of last five games, with last two going into OT; they're 2-2 vs spread as underdog. Auburn is favored in a lined game for first time this season; they've won three in a row, seven of last eight, but loss was 88-59 vs West Virginia.

-- TCU won last four games, including beating Tex-Arlington when UTA was unbeaten, is 8-3 after Wednesday's win. Rice is 2-7 in season where they're playing without home court, using various sites around Houston; they're 0-5 vs spread as a dog.

-- LSU (+1) lost 88-72 at Washington LY; Tigers lost split last eight games, struggled to beat Oregon State last game- they're 0-4 vs spread as favorite. Washington lost only road game by 25 at Oklahoma State; they're better with Appleby back.

-- Arkansas lost two of last three games, including strange loss to Appalchian State last time out; they're 2-3 as favorite; coach Pelphrey has complained that team's hoop IQ isn't great. ULM got hammered by Kansas, Ole Miss, but pulled upset at Iowa.

-- Wyoming (-1) lost 75-73 at Milwaukee LY; Cowboys are 5-5, but haven't won consecutive games yet- they're 1-3 vs spread as favorite. UWM has been off for 10 days; they've lost six of last seven games, are 1-5 vs spread as an underdog.

-- DePaul is disappointing 3-7, losing five of last six; they're 0-4 vs spread as favorite. Detroit lost last five games, is already 0-2 in league- they scored just 51.8 ppg in last four games. DePaul opens Big East play against Villanova next week.

-- Wisc-Green Bay won five of last seven games, but is 1-4 vs spread as underdog, losing away games by 23-15-9-18 points. Michigan State gave Texas first loss in last game; they are 4-2 vs spread as favorite.

[Udog]

NHL
Long Sheet


Saturday, December 29


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PHILADELPHIA (17-14-0-4, 38 pts.) at TAMPA BAY (15-20-0-3, 33 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 1:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 39-78 ATS (-41.6 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 5-18 ATS (+23.4 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 17-53 ATS (+81.5 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 14-28 ATS (-25.0 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 12-38 ATS (-39.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 8-22 ATS (-23.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 15-23 ATS (-16.6 Units) in all games this season.
TAMPA BAY is 15-23 ATS (-11.1 Units) first half of the season this season.
TAMPA BAY is 8-16 ATS (-9.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
TAMPA BAY is 8-16 ATS (-11.5 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
TAMPA BAY is 8-1 (+6.1 Units) against the spread versus PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
TAMPA BAY is 8-1-0 straight up against PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+3.7 Units)

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LOS ANGELES (12-24-0-2, 26 pts.) at COLORADO (21-14-0-2, 44 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 3:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LOS ANGELES is 12-26 ATS (+43.5 Units) in all games this season.
LOS ANGELES is 2-12 ATS (+16.9 Units) in December games this season.
LOS ANGELES is 11-25 ATS (+41.4 Units) first half of the season this season.
COLORADO is 15-4 ATS (+10.1 Units) in home games first half of the season this season.
COLORADO is 19-8 ATS (+8.8 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
LOS ANGELES is 6-4 (+3.0 Units) against the spread versus COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
LOS ANGELES is 6-4-0 straight up against COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
8 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+5.8 Units)

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NY RANGERS (18-15-0-4, 40 pts.) at TORONTO (15-15-0-8, 38 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NY RANGERS are 10-17 ATS (-12.8 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 16-23 ATS (-16.2 Units) in home games first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 20-28 ATS (+50.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 4-12 ATS (-16.8 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
TORONTO is 5-6 (+0.6 Units) against the spread versus NY RANGERS over the last 3 seasons
NY RANGERS is 6-5-0 straight up against TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
6 of 11 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.0 Units)

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NEW JERSEY (21-13-0-3, 45 pts.) at NY ISLANDERS (18-16-0-2, 38 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY ISLANDERS is 11-8 (+6.1 Units) against the spread versus NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
NY ISLANDERS is 11-8-0 straight up against NEW JERSEY over the last 3 seasons
13 of 17 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+8.6 Units)

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BOSTON (18-15-0-4, 40 pts.) at ATLANTA (18-19-0-1, 37 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 12-8 ATS (+24.5 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 13-10 ATS (+29.0 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
ATLANTA is 16-30 ATS (-16.2 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
ATLANTA is 3-12 ATS (-14.0 Units) in home games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 6-3 (+1.4 Units) against the spread versus BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 6-3-0 straight up against BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+0.5 Units)

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CAROLINA (20-16-0-3, 43 pts.) at COLUMBUS (16-15-0-6, 38 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLUMBUS is 53-38 ATS (+96.0 Units) in home games after a division game since 1996.
COLUMBUS is 26-30 ATS (+67.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
CAROLINA is 22-11 ATS (+7.8 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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WASHINGTON (14-19-0-5, 33 pts.) at OTTAWA (25-8-0-4, 54 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OTTAWA is 18-6 ATS (+6.2 Units) revenging a home loss versus opponent over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 83-60 ATS (-14.1 Units) in a home game where where the total is 6 or more since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 4-5 (+3.5 Units) against the spread versus OTTAWA over the last 3 seasons
OTTAWA is 5-4-0 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
4 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.5 Units, Under=-0.4 Units)

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BUFFALO (19-15-0-2, 40 pts.) at PITTSBURGH (19-16-0-2, 40 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUFFALO is 17-21 ATS (-9.8 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 20-11 ATS (+33.2 Units) after 3 or more consecutive overs over the last 3 seasons.
BUFFALO is 57-42 ATS (+12.8 Units) in a road game where where the total is 6 or more over the last 3 seasons.
BUFFALO is 73-40 ATS (+17.4 Units) first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 24-35 ATS (-19.8 Units) in home games first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BUFFALO is 6-2 (+2.5 Units) against the spread versus PITTSBURGH over the last 3 seasons
BUFFALO is 6-2-0 straight up against PITTSBURGH over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.0 Units)

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SAN JOSE (20-12-0-5, 45 pts.) at NASHVILLE (17-17-0-2, 36 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN JOSE is 3-7 ATS (-8.9 Units) on Saturday games this season.
SAN JOSE is 15-26 ATS (-23.6 Units) after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game over the last 3 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 9-2 ATS (+6.9 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5 or less this season.
SAN JOSE is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games in December games this season.
SAN JOSE is 14-5 ATS (+8.3 Units) in road games first half of the season this season.
SAN JOSE is 16-4 ATS (+10.5 Units) when playing on back-to-back days over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 20-5 ATS (+12.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN JOSE is 12-7 (+4.8 Units) against the spread versus NASHVILLE over the last 3 seasons
SAN JOSE is 12-7-0 straight up against NASHVILLE over the last 3 seasons
13 of 19 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+5.7 Units)

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EDMONTON (16-19-0-3, 35 pts.) at MINNESOTA (21-14-0-2, 44 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
EDMONTON is 58-51 ATS (+124.1 Units) in road games after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 15-5 (+10.6 Units) against the spread versus EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 15-5-0 straight up against EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
10 of 18 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.6 Units)

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DETROIT (28-7-0-3, 59 pts.) at PHOENIX (17-17-0-1, 35 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHOENIX is 95-87 ATS (+219.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the first half of the season since 1996.
PHOENIX is 9-26 ATS (+43.5 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
DETROIT is 8-2 (+1.5 Units) against the spread versus PHOENIX over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 8-2-0 straight up against PHOENIX over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.4 Units)

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ST LOUIS (18-14-0-3, 39 pts.) at DALLAS (22-12-0-4, 48 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 30-12 ATS (+13.0 Units) on Saturday games over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) when playing with 2 days rest this season.
DALLAS is 37-24 ATS (+1.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 28-31 ATS (+88.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 55-52 ATS (-57.3 Units) in home games after a 3 game unbeaten streak since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
ST LOUIS is 4-4 (+3.9 Units) against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 4-4-0 straight up against ST LOUIS over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.8 Units)

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ANAHEIM (19-15-0-5, 43 pts.) at CALGARY (17-14-0-7, 41 pts.) - 12/29/2007, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ANAHEIM is 31-28 ATS (-20.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
CALGARY is 62-64 ATS (-47.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CALGARY is 7-13 ATS (-12.9 Units) in home games first half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
ANAHEIM is 9-7 (+2.7 Units) against the spread versus CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
ANAHEIM is 9-7-0 straight up against CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
9 of 13 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.3 Units)

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[Udog]

NBA
Dunkel


Atlanta at Dallas
Perhaps it was a sign of things to come when Atlanta upset the Mavericks in the season opener. Since that time the Hawks have looked like a playoff team and are three games over .500 (15-12) this late in the season for the first time in nine years. Dallas is certainly a playoff team, but has looked sluggish in back-to-back losses, averaging just 85.5 points and shooting only 39.6 percent in the two contests. With the Hawks riding a five-game winning streak, they are the underdog pick (+8 1/2) in this one according to Dunkel, which has Atlanta favored straight up by 1 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (+8 1/2). Here are all of today's games.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29

Game 701-702: Atlanta at Dallas
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta 120.303; Dallas 118.751
Dunkel Line & Total: Atlanta by 1 1/2; 195
Vegas Line & Total: Dallas by 8 1/2; 190
Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (+8 1/2); Over

Game 703-704: Miami at Washington
Dunkel Ratings: Miami 112.083; Washington 119.474
Dunkel Line & Total: Washington by 7 1/2; 190
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 705-706: Detroit at Indiana
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 128.244; Indiana 120.158
Dunkel Line & Total: Detroit by 8; 195
Vegas Line & Total: Detroit by 4 1/2; 199
Dunkel Pick: Detroit (-4 1/2); Under

Game 707-708: Charlotte at Orlando
Dunkel Ratings: Charlotte 111.713; Orlando 116.412
Dunkel Line & Total: Orlando by 4 1/2; 198
Vegas Line & Total: Orlando by 9 1/2; 199
Dunkel Pick: Charlotte (+9 1/2); Under

Game 709-710: Cleveland at New Orleans
Dunkel Ratings: Cleveland 115.927; New Orleans 118.486
Dunkel Line & Total: New Orleans by 3; 189 1/2
Vegas Line & Total: New Orleans by 4; 186
Dunkel Pick: Cleveland (+4); Over

Game 711-712: Toronto at Houston
Dunkel Ratings: Toronto 118.744; Houston 120.183
Dunkel Line & Total: Houston by 1 1/2; 180 1/2
Vegas Line & Total: Houston by 3; 182 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Toronto (+3); Under

Game 713-714: New Jersey at Milwaukee
Dunkel Ratings: New Jersey 113.680; Milwaukee 112.660
Dunkel Line & Total: New Jersey by 1; 185
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 715-716: Boston at Utah
Dunkel Ratings: Boston 130.365; Utah 119.914
Dunkel Line & Total: Boston by 10 1/2; 185
Vegas Line & Total: Boston by 2 1/2; 192 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Boston (-2 1/2); Under

Game 717-718: Minnesota at Seattle
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota 109.654; Seattle 119.008
Dunkel Line & Total: Seattle by 9 1/2; 202
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

[Udog]

NBA
Long Sheet


Saturday, December 29


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ATLANTA (15 - 12) at DALLAS (19 - 11) - 12/29/2007, 1:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ATLANTA is 32-55 ATS (-28.5 Units) in a road game where where the total is between 190 and 194.5 points since 1996.
ATLANTA is 26-48 ATS (-26.8 Units) in road games in December games since 1996.
ATLANTA is 23-42 ATS (-23.2 Units) in road games on Saturday games since 1996.
ATLANTA is 61-88 ATS (-35.8 Units) after a win by 10 points or more since 1996.
DALLAS is 180-130 ATS (+37.0 Units) after a non-conference game since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 3-2 against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 4-1 straight up against ATLANTA 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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MIAMI (8 - 22) at WASHINGTON (14 - 14) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 5-3 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
MIAMI is 7-2 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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DETROIT (22 - 7) at INDIANA (15 - 15) - 12/29/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANA is 42-24 ATS (+15.6 Units) in home games in December games since 1996.
INDIANA is 223-178 ATS (+27.2 Units) revenging a loss vs opponent since 1996.
DETROIT is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all games this season.
DETROIT is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) as a favorite this season.
DETROIT is 41-22 ATS (+16.8 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 14-1 ATS (+12.9 Units) in December games this season.
DETROIT is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) first half of the season this season.
DETROIT is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) when playing on back-to-back days over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after a win by 10 points or more this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
INDIANA is 4-4 against the spread versus DETROIT over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 6-3 straight up against INDIANA over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CLEVELAND (14 - 16) at NEW ORLEANS (19 - 10) - 12/29/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 26-44 ATS (-22.4 Units) in road games off an upset win as an underdog since 1996.
NEW ORLEANS is 64-44 ATS (+15.6 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) when playing on back-to-back days over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 25-10 ATS (+14.0 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 25-12 ATS (+11.8 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 36-22 ATS (+11.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 28-12 ATS (+14.8 Units) after 3 or more consecutive unders over the last 3 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 28-48 ATS (-24.8 Units) after a win by 10 points or more since 1996.

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

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TORONTO (16 - 14) at HOUSTON (14 - 15) - 12/29/2007, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
HOUSTON is 173-132 ATS (+27.8 Units) in non-conference games since 1996.
TORONTO is 65-50 ATS (+10.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 58-38 ATS (+16.2 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 56-35 ATS (+17.5 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 6-14 ATS (-9.4 Units) as a favorite this season.
HOUSTON is 21-33 ATS (-15.3 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 11-25 ATS (-16.5 Units) in home games first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 4-14 ATS (-11.4 Units) in home games when playing on back-to-back days over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 19-32 ATS (-16.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
TORONTO is 4-1 against the spread versus HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
TORONTO is 4-1 straight up against HOUSTON 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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NEW JERSEY (13 - 16) at MILWAUKEE (11 - 17) - 12/29/2007, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW JERSEY is 23-35 ATS (-15.5 Units) first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
MILWAUKEE is 69-99 ATS (-39.9 Units) on Saturday games since 1996.
MILWAUKEE is 20-36 ATS (-19.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW JERSEY is 5-2 against the spread versus MILWAUKEE over the last 3 seasons
NEW JERSEY is 5-2 straight up against MILWAUKEE over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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BOSTON (24 - 3) at UTAH (16 - 15) - 12/29/2007, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all games this season.
BOSTON is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
BOSTON is 36-15 ATS (+19.5 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) first half of the season this season.
BOSTON is 12-2 ATS (+9.8 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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[Udog]

NBA
Short Sheet


Saturday, December 29th

Atlanta at Dallas, 1:05 EST
Atlanta: 7-0 Under Away off ATS win
Dallas: 0-3 ATS vs. Southeast Division

Miami at Washington, 7:05 EST
Miami: 19-4 ATS at Washington
Washington: 5-15 ATS as home underdog

Detroit at Indiana, 7:05 EST
Detroit: 14-1 ATS in December
Indiana: 9-1 Over off division loss

Charlotte at Orlando, 7:05 EST
Charlotte: 21-35 ATS as an underdog of 3.5 to 9.5 points
Orlando: 15-6 ATS off ATS win

Cleveland at New Orleans, 8:05 EST
Cleveland: 19-6 ATS as a road underdog of 6 points or less
New Orleans: 8-0 Under in non-conference games

Toronto at Houston, 8:35 EST
Toronto: 17-4 Over vs. Houston
Houston: 6-14 ATS as a favorite

New Jersey at Milwaukee, 8:35 EST
New Jersey: 16-5 ATS Away after a win by 6 points or less
Milwaukee: 12-31 ATS after having lost 3 of their last 4

Boston at Utah, 9:05 EST
Boston: 36-15 ATS in road games
Utah: 2-11 ATS at home off DD road loss

Minnesota at Seattle, 10:05 EST
Minnesota: 14-27 ATS off a road loss
Seattle: 3-0 ATS at home vs. Minnesota

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

[Udog]

NHL
Short Sheet


Saturday, December 29th

Philadelphia at Tampa Bay, 1:05 EST
Philadelphia: 1-8 SU vs. Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay: 0-8 SU off a home loss

Los Angeles at Colorado, 3:05 EST
Los Angeles: 2-12 SU in December
Colorado: 7-0 SU at home off a SU loss

NY Rangers at Toronto, 7:05 EST CBC
NY Rangers: 5-11 SU after having lost 2 of their last 3 games
Toronto: 13-5 Under off a road game

New Jersey at NY Islanders, 7:05 EST
New Jersey: n/a
NY Islanders: n/a

Boston at Atlanta, 7:05 EST
Boston: 12-8 SU Away if the total is 5.5
Atlanta: 3-12 SU at home after a loss by 2+ goals

Carolina at Columbus, 7:05 EST
Carolina: 2-7 SU off a home win
Columbus: 8-2 Under off an Over

Washington at Ottawa, 7:05 EST CBC
Washington: 3-14 SU after having lost 2 of their last 3 games
Ottawa: 14-2 SU revenging a loss of 2+ goals

Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 7:35 EST
Buffalo: 6-0 Under after a game where 3 or less goals were scored
Pittsburgh: 7-1 Under after scoring 3+ goals BB games

San Jose at Nashville, 8:05 EST
San Jose: 6-0 SU Away in December
Nashville: 1-6 SU at home off 1 goal division win

Edmonton at Minnesota, 8:05 EST
Edmonton: 8-25 SU off a home loss
Minnesota: 32-5 SU as a home favorite of -200 or higher

Detroit at Phoenix, 9:05 EST
Detroit: 18-2 SU off a road win scoring 4+ goals
Phoenix: 9-26 SU on Saturdays

St. Louis at Dallas, 9:05 EST
St. Louis: 9-0 Under playing their 4th game in 7 days
Dallas: 7-0 SU playing with 2 days rest

Anaheim at Calgary, 10:05 EST CBC
Anaheim: 31-19 Over after a game where 3 or less goals were scored
Calgary: 4-12 SU as a home favorite of -200 or less

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

[Udog]

NCAAB
Short Sheet


First Post


Saturday, December 29th

Wisconsin at Texas, 12:00 EST ESPN2
Wisconsin: 12-26 ATS away off BB wins by 10+ points
Texas: 8-2 Over in December

Florida International at Purdue, 12:00 EST
Florida Int: 4-12 ATS off a home game
Purdue: 6-0 Over as a favorite

Arkansas Little Rock at Northern Illinois, 1:00 EST
Ark Little Rock: 1-8 ATS after having 9 or less assists
Northern Illinois: 6-0 ATS playing with 5 or 6 days rest

San Diego at Kentucky, 2:00 EST ESPN2
San Diego: 12-3 ATS in road games
Kentucky: 1-8 ATS at home off a home game

Towson at Auburn, 2:00 EST
Towson: 8-2 ATS after playing as a home favorite
Auburn: 9-2 Over as a favorite of 10+ points

TCU at Rice, 3:00 EST
TCU: 7-18 ATS vs. non-conference opponents
Rice: 5-1 ATS revenging a loss by 10+ points

Washington at LSU, 3:00 EST
Washington: 0-6 ATS away off a non-conference game
LSU: 35-18 ATS at home off a home game

Louisiana Monroe at Arkansas, 3:00 EST
LA Monroe: 7-1 ATS after scoring 85+ points
Arkansas: 16-6 Over on Saturdays

Northern Iowa at Bradley, 3:05 EST
Northern Iowa: 5-13 ATS off an Under
Bradley: 8-1 ATS after losing 3 of their last 4 games

Wisconsin Milwauke at Wyoming, 3:30 EST
Wisc Milwaukee: 10-2 ATS away after playing as a home underdog
Wyoming: 18-33 ATS at home off a loss

Tennessee at Gonzaga, 4:00 EST ESPN2
Tennessee: 1-8 ATS away off 3+ non-conference games
Gonzaga: 13-2 ATS on Saturdays

DePaul at Detroit, 4:00 EST
DePaul: 5-1 ATS playing with 5 or 6 days rest
Detroit: 9-2 ATS off BB non-conference games

Wisconsin Green Bay at Michigan State, 4:00 EST
Wisc Green Bay: 7-0 ATS away after playing as a home favorite
Michigan State: 0-7 ATS off ATS wins in 5 or 6 of their last 7 games

Fresno State at Stanford, 5:00 EST
Fresno State: 1-7 ATS off BB games allowing 9 or less offensive rebounds
Stanford: 6-0 ATS vs. WAC opponents

Missouri at Mississippi State, 5:00 EST
** Game Postponed **

Oklahoma at West Virginia, 6:00 EST ESPN2
Oklahoma: 1-9 ATS off BB Overs
West Virginia: 7-0 ATS at home off 6+ wins

George Washington at Alabama, 6:00 EST
George Washington: 2-10 ATS as an underdog
Alabama: 31-16 ATS at home after winning 4 or 5 of their last 6 games

Temple at Florida, 6:30 EST
Temple: 1-8 ATS away off a home win
Florida: 24-10 ATS off a non-conference game