Saturday Trends and Indexes 03/22

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Trends and Indexes
Saturday, March 22

Good Luck on day #82 of 2008!

NOTE:
As information becomes available, we will attempt to post the trends and indexes as soon as possible.
Information is posted from what we believe are reliable sources.
(Sorry I posted incorrect dates on some of yesterday’s headers)
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Six-pack for Saturday

Looking back at pre-season predictions in Blue Ribbon, the bible of college basketball magazines.......

-- Blue Ribbon correctly had Austin Peay, Siena, Davidson and Butler as mid-major teams winning their conference title.

-- Four teams tied for WAC title; Blue Ribbon had them 1-4 in their preseason prognosis.

-- American was picked to finish 5th in what was topsy-turvy Patriot League, but they wound up winning it, then gave all they had in tough loss to Tennessee Friday.

-- Portland State, Oral Roberts were both picked to finish 3rd in their leagues, but wound up winning regular season titles.

-- Belmont, Cornell and Mississippi Valley State were picked to finish second in their leagues; MVSU actually did worse but won the conference tourney-- Belmont won both in the Atlantic Sun, and Cornell went 14-0 in winning the Ivy.

-- Drake was #10 RPI team coming into tournament; back in November, they were picked 8th.....in the Missouri Valley.

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Saturday's List of 13: Summing up second day of tournament

13) The four games at St Pete Forum Friday featured two 5-12 games, and two 4-13 contests; strangely, the lower seed won all four games, setting up pair of 12-13 games on Sunday, the first in NCAAs since 2001, when Indiana St. played Gonzaga.

12) In all, since the tournament went to seeding in '85, only six 12-13 games have been played, so having two in same tourney is pretty strange. Thats the kind of day/night Friday was.

11) Western Kentucky blew huge lead to Drake, then drained a 25-footer at buzzer to end the Bulldogs' dream season, 100-99 in overtime, in a game where the two teams combined to shoot 30-70 on the 3-point line. Best game of the tournament so far.

10) UConn always sleepswalk in its first round game, but when their point guard left with ankle injury, things got more dire for the Huskies, who eventually capped out an amazing afternoon by going home early with a 70-69 loss to San Diego, who only made the NCAAs because they won the WCC tournament on its home floor, after being down 17 in the semis to St Mary's.

9) Siena did a tremendous defensive job, holding Vanderbilt to 4-20 from the arc with an extended zone that also curtailed the Commodores' backdoor cuts. Vandy was shooting 40.4% from the arc for the season, a tremendous mark, but were 4-20 here, and the Saints march to face Clems-- I mean, Villanova.......

8).....after trailing 36-18 with 5:01 left in first half, Villanova used poise and solid ballhandling to rally for a 75-69 win over rattled Clemson squad that quickly became unglued once Villanova got on a roll in the second half. Tigers' lack of poise, for a team that had just played Duke and Carolina tooth-and-nail in ACC tournament last weekend, was really disappointing.

7) Was surprised to hear this is Louisville's highest seed in the tournament since 1994, when they also played Boise State first.

6) One of officials at UConn-San Diego game, Gene Steratore, is also an NFL referee.

5) I thought American totally outhustled Tennessee; early in game, Eagles had outrebounded Tennessee 16-6.

4) Lookalikes: Davidson's Stephen Curry, poker pro Phil Ivey. Ivey couldn't drop 40 on Gonzaga, though.

3) Butler made 15-28 from arc, Louisville 12-24, Davidson 11-22, Western Kentucky 14-28....Clemson made two of its last 22.

2) Indiana's season from hell came to a merciful end, losing to Arkansas 86-72; under Dan Dakich, who was put into a terrible spot, Hoosiers went 3-4 (22-4 under Kelvin Sampson), allowed 74.6 ppg (62.8), shot 27.7% from arc (37.3%). With Gordon and White expected to both be gone next year (White is graduating Gordon is expected to bolt to NBA), good luck to whomever it is that inherits this mess.

1) By way of information, in the previous six 12-13 games in the NCAA tournament, favorite won, covered five of them, with an average total in the six games of 161. Valparaiso in '88 was only 13 seed to upset the 4, then also upset the 12 seed.

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Arena Football League – Long Sheet

AFL
Long Sheet


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Saturday, March 22
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GEORGIA (1 - 2) at ORLANDO (1 - 2) - 3/22/2008, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGIA is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
GEORGIA is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) versus division opponents over the last 2 seasons.

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

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COLORADO (1 - 1) at CHICAGO (2 - 1) - 3/22/2008, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in March games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) against conference opponents over the last 3 seasons.
CHICAGO is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) off a division game over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) off a win versus a division rival over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 3-2 against the spread versus COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 3-2 straight up against COLORADO 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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DALLAS (3 - 0) at SAN JOSE (2 - 1) - 3/22/2008, 10:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN JOSE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) when playing on a Saturday over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in home games when playing with 6 or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 11-0 ATS (+11.0 Units) after playing a game on a Saturday over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 25-13 ATS (+10.7 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) when the total is between 105 and 109.5 points over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games when playing with 6 or less days rest over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in March games over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 14-2 ATS (+11.8 Units) in road games after 2 or more consecutive straight up wins since 1996.
DALLAS is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record 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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Monday, March 24
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GRAND RAPIDS (0 - 2) at KANSAS CITY (0 - 2) - 3/24/2008, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
KANSAS CITY is 2-0 against the spread versus GRAND RAPIDS over the last 3 seasons
KANSAS CITY is 2-0 straight up against GRAND RAPIDS 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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Arena Football League – Additional

AFL
Week 4


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Trend Sheet
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MARCH 22, 7:30 PM

GEORGIA vs. ORLANDO
Georgia is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Georgia is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road
Orlando is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
Orlando is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games



MARCH 22, 8:00 PM

COLORADO vs. CHICAGO
Colorado is 2-5-1 SU in its last 8 games
Colorado is 1-3-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Chicago is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games
Chicago is 19-6 SU in its last 25 games



MARCH 22, 10:30 PM

DALLAS vs. SAN JOSE
Dallas is 17-2-1 SU in its last 20 games
Dallas is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
San Jose is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games at home
San Jose is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home



MARCH 24, 8:00 PM

GRAND RAPIDS vs. KANSAS CITY
Grand Rapids is 7-17 ATS in its last 24 games on the road
Grand Rapids is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Kansas City is 0-4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Kansas City is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games

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College Basketball – Long Sheet

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Long Sheet


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Saturday, March 22
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PURDUE (25 - 8) vs. XAVIER (28 - 6) - 3/22/2008, 4:40 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PURDUE is 49-75 ATS (-33.5 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
XAVIER is 27-16 ATS (+9.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 60-39 ATS (+17.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
PURDUE is 38-21 ATS (+14.9 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 38-21 ATS (+14.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 12-5 ATS (+6.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
PURDUE is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
PURDUE is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
PURDUE is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
XAVIER is 1-0 against the spread versus PURDUE over the last 3 seasons
XAVIER is 1-0 straight up against PURDUE 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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W VIRGINIA (25 - 10) vs. DUKE (28 - 5) - 3/22/2008, 2:10 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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UNLV (27 - 7) vs. KANSAS (32 - 3) - 3/22/2008, 6:50 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UNLV is 38-23 ATS (+12.7 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 38-23 ATS (+12.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 21-10 ATS (+10.0 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 over the last 3 seasons.
UNLV is 56-36 ATS (+16.4 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
UNLV is 28-14 ATS (+12.6 Units) in March games since 1997.
UNLV is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) when playing with one or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in non-conference games this season.
UNLV is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
UNLV is 20-10 ATS (+9.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
UNLV is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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KANSAS ST (21 - 11) vs. WISCONSIN (30 - 4) - 3/22/2008, 4:20 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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MICHIGAN ST (26 - 8) vs. PITTSBURGH (27 - 9) - 3/22/2008, 9:10 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in a neutral court game where the total is 130 to 134.5 since 1997.
MICHIGAN ST is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all neutral court games this season.
MICHIGAN ST is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) when playing on a neutral court this season.
MICHIGAN ST is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in non-conference games this season.
MICHIGAN ST is 27-16 ATS (+9.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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NOTRE DAME (25 - 7) vs. WASHINGTON ST (25 - 8) - 3/22/2008, 6:40 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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MARQUETTE (25 - 9) vs. STANFORD (27 - 7) - 3/22/2008, 6:45 PM
Top Trends for this game.
STANFORD is 46-27 ATS (+16.3 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 since 1997.
STANFORD is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in all tournament games this season.
MARQUETTE is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 over the last 3 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 77-50 ATS (+22.0 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 61-38 ATS (+19.2 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 36-18 ATS (+16.2 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games since 1997.
MARQUETTE is 58-34 ATS (+20.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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TEXAS A&M (25 - 10) vs. UCLA (32 - 3) - 3/22/2008, 9:15 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
TEXAS A&M is 1-0 against the spread versus UCLA over the last 3 seasons
UCLA is 1-0 straight up against TEXAS A&M 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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AKRON (24 - 10) at MASSACHUSETTS (22 - 10) - 3/22/2008, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
AKRON is 53-36 ATS (+13.4 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
AKRON is 53-36 ATS (+13.4 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
MASSACHUSETTS is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in home games 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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Monday, March 24
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UAB (23 - 10) at VIRGINIA TECH (20 - 13) - 3/24/2008, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VIRGINIA TECH is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) in all games this season.
VIRGINIA TECH is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
VIRGINIA TECH is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) as a favorite this season.
VIRGINIA TECH is 15-7 ATS (+7.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
UAB is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 this season.

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

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CALIFORNIA (17 - 15) at OHIO ST (20 - 13) - 3/24/2008, 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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DAYTON (22 - 10) at ILLINOIS ST (25 - 9) - 3/24/2008, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DAYTON is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
DAYTON is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
ILLINOIS ST is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in home games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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NEBRASKA (20 - 12) at OLE MISS (22 - 10) - 3/24/2008, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEBRASKA is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
NEBRASKA is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
OLE MISS is 18-6 ATS (+11.4 Units) after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
OLE MISS is 8-18 ATS (-11.8 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 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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OLD DOMINION (18 - 15) at VIRGINIA (16 - 15) - 3/24/2008, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OLD DOMINION is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in March games over the last 2 seasons.
OLD DOMINION is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in all tournament games over the last 2 seasons.
OLD DOMINION is 65-91 ATS (-35.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in home games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 25-42 ATS (-21.2 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 since 1997.

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

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VALPARAISO (22 - 13) at HOUSTON (23 - 9) - 3/24/2008, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VALPARAISO is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
HOUSTON is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) after scoring 80 points or more this season.

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

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OHIO U (20 - 12) at BRADLEY (18 - 15) - 3/24/2008, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BRADLEY is 56-39 ATS (+13.1 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
BRADLEY is 56-39 ATS (+13.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
BRADLEY is 33-20 ATS (+11.0 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.
BRADLEY is 27-15 ATS (+10.5 Units) in all home games over the last 3 seasons.
BRADLEY is 27-15 ATS (+10.5 Units) in home lined games over the last 3 seasons.
BRADLEY is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
OHIO U is 41-24 ATS (+14.6 Units) after scoring 80 points or more since 1997.

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

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UTAH (18 - 14) at TULSA (21 - 13) - 3/24/2008, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TULSA is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) as a favorite this season.
TULSA is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in home games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
TULSA is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
TULSA is 43-26 ATS (+14.4 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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College Basketball – Short Sheet

NCAAB
Short Sheet

Saturday, March 22

West Region
Second Round
Washington D.C.
Purdue vs. Xavier, 4:40 ET

Purdue:
8-1 ATS when the line is +3 to -3
12-5 ATS off ATS win

Xavier:
8-1 Over if the total is 129.5 or less
16-5 Over after 4 straight games w/ 14 or less turnovers


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West Region
Second Round
Washington D.C.
West Virginia vs. Duke, 2:10 ET

West Virginia:
6-1 ATS vs. ACC Teams
11-0 ATS in NCAA Tournament

Duke:
4-13 ATS in March
4-0 Over playing their 2nd game in 3 days


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Midwest Region
Second Round
Omaha, NE
UNLV vs. Kansas, 6:50 ET

UNLV:
8-0 ATS playing with one or less days rest
9-2 ATS vs. non-conference

Kansas:
27-13 Under off non-conference game
39-19 Under after scoring 80+ points BB games


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Midwest Region
Second Round
Omaha, NE
Kansas State vs. Wisconsin, 4:20 ET

Kansas State:
16-4 Over playing only their 2nd game in a week
8-2 Over off DD win

Wisconsin:
5-1 ATS in March
8-0 ATS after outrebounding prev. opponent by 20+


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East Region
Second Round
Denver, CO
Michigan State vs. Pittsburgh, 9:10 ET

Michigan State:
7-0 ATS on neutral court
9-2 ATS vs. non-conference

Pittsburgh:
7-1 Over in March
5-1 Over in NCAA Tournament


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East Region
Second Round
Denver, CO
Notre Dame vs. Washington State, 6:40 ET

Notre Dame:
5-1 Under neutral court


Washington State:
27-10 Under vs. non-conference



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West Region
Second Round
Anaheim, CA
Marquette vs. Stanford, 6:25 ET

Marquette:
23-9 Over on neutral court
15-6 Over when the line is +3 to -3

Stanford:
6-0 ATS in tournament games
14-4 Over when the line is +3 to -3


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West Region
Second Round
Anaheim, CA
Texas A&M vs. UCLA, 9:15 ET

Texas A&M:
6-0 ATS on neutral court
14-4 ATS in March

UCLA:
2-8 ATS vs. Big 12 teams
13-3 Under if seeded #4 or higher


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College Basketball - Tips & Trends

NCAAB


Saturday, March 22

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Midwest Region - Qwest Center (Omaha, NE)

#11 Kansas State vs. #3 Wisconsin [CBS | 4:20 PM ET]

Kansas State: The Wildcats were one of the most impressive teams in Round 1, disposing of USC, 80-67. Kansas State didn’t always play up to its talent level during the season, but the team was focused and sharp versus the Trojans. Freshman phenom Michael Beasley and Bill Walker combined for 45 points, but a big key to the victory was the way the Wildcats crashed the boards and outrebounded the Trojans, 40-27. Rebounding will be a focal point again on Saturday against a Wisconsin squad that doesn’t allow its opponents to get many second chance opportunities.

Kansas State is 1-7 ATS in its last 8 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 63

Wisconsin (-5, O/U 131.5): It usually isn’t pretty, but the Badgers continue to roll along behind one of the stingiest defenses in the country. The Badgers only allowed teams to shoot 37.9 percent against them during the regular season and it was more of the same in the first round. Wisky held Cal-State Fullerton – a team that averaged 82.7 PPG during the year – to a season-low 56 points, 36.2 percent shooting and the Titans were stifled from 3-point range, managing to hit only 7 of their 21 attempts. They will look to do the same thing to Kansas State, a team that prefers to push the ball up the court.

Wisconsin is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 68



#8 UNLV vs. #1 Kansas [CBS | 6:50 PM ET]

UNLV: The Runnin' Rebels will try to make the Sweet 16 for the second year in a row and will face an even bigger challenge this year than last when they knocked off #2 seed Wisconsin. They lack the experience they had a year ago and depth could also be a factor against the more athletic Jayhawks. Also keep in mind that most of the fans in Omaha are there to see Kansas advance. UNLV did tie an NCAA Tournament record by holding Kent State to only 10 points in the first half of a 71-58 victory, but that type of defensive performance will be hard to duplicate.

UNLV is 6-2-1 ATS in its last 9 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 62

Kansas (-13, O/U 136): The Jayhawks have won 8 straight games and are 3-0 all-time against UNLV. They hit 12 3-pointers in Thursday's 85-61 rout of Portland State, one shy of the team's NCAA Tournament record. However, Kansas made just 7-of-15 free throws, the second-worst performance in the school's tourney history. Free throws may not be the difference in winning or losing this game, but they could make an impact on the spread.

The OVER is 7-3 in Kansas last 10 NCAA Tournamnet games.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 73

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West Region - Verizon Center (Washington, DC)

#7 West Virginia vs. #2 Duke [CBS | 2:10 PM ET]

West Virginia: The Mountaineers tied their season high for 3-pointers made with 11 in a 75-65 win over Arizona in the first round. “It was one of those nights when you thought it was going off and then you made it,” West Virginia's Darris Nichols said. “I remember shooting one shot, I thought it was off, it looked like an air ball, it still went in.” When they are connecting from beyond the arc, they are one of the toughest teams in the country to stop.

The OVER is 7-1 in West Virginia's last 8 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 74 (OVER - Total Play of the Day)

Duke (-3.5, O/U 147): The Blue Devils got a major scare in the first round before escaping with a 71-70 win over Belmont. They did improve to 5-1 all-time at the Verizon Center with that victory and will need to find a way to get DeMarcus Nelson going offensively. Nelson has made just 2-of-15 shots from 3-point range in the last 4 games combined, and his shooting might be needed if West Virginia stays hot.

Duke is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games against the Big East.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 77



#6 Purdue vs. #3 Xavier [CBS | 4:40 PM ET]

Purdue: The Boilermakers are coming off an impressive 90-79 win over Baylor in the first round, and the young players on the team believe they can play with anybody right now. "We like our draw," freshman Robbie Hummel said. "Obviously we would’ve liked to have been a higher seed, but as a 6, we’re playing teams that we think we can compete with." They will get a big test here from a veteran Xavier squad that showed a lot of mettle in rallying back from a 9-point halftime deficit to beat Georgia.

Purdue is 15-3-1 ATS in its last 19 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 64

Xavier (-3, O/U 129.5): The Musketeers got a huge wake-up call against Georgia in the first round, taking advantage of the fatigued Bulldogs who had won 4 games in 3 days last weekend. “You can’t help but think it was to our advantage, what they just went through,” Xavier coach Sean Miller said. “The longer the game went on, the more we were able to wear them down. And I think we all know part of that reason was the energy they had to use this past weekend." That won't be the case against Purdue.

The OVER is 6-2 in Xavier's last 8 neutral site games.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 66



#9 Texas A&M vs. #1 UCLA [CBS | 9:15 PM ET]

Texas A&M: For a team that struggles to score at times, shooting poorly from the free-throw line certainly doesn’t help matters. The Aggies shot just 63.5 percent from the charity stripe during the regular season. A&M couldn’t even match its season average in its first-round win over BYU, hitting just 9- of-17 attempts (52.9 percent) from the line. In what figures to be a low-scoring, defensive battle against UCLA, poor free-throw shooting by the Aggies could be the difference in a close game.

Texas A&M is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 57

UCLA (-10.5, O/U 125): This could be a tough game for the Aggies on the offensive side of the ball. Texas A&M has had some anemic scoring outputs this season, not reaching 60 points in nine games. That has to have the Bruins defense licking its chops. UCLA only allowed 29 points to Mississippi Valley State in the first round, holding the Delta Devils to 19.7 percent shooting and an amazing 7 percent from behind the arc. If UCLA continues to play defense like that, A&M will be in for a long day.

The UNDER is 12-5 in UCLA's last 17 non-conference games.

Key Injuries- F Luc Richard MBah Moute (9 ppg; knee) is doubtful.

PROJECTED SCORE: 68

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East Region - Pepsi Center (Denver, CO)

#5 Notre Dame vs. #4 Washington State [CBS | 6:40 PM ET] Key Injuries-
Notre Dame: The key to this game will likely be guard Kyle McAlarney, who can get very hot from beyond the 3-point arc. McAlarney has scored in double figures in 5 straight games and 12 of 13. He connected on 3-of-7 shots from 3-point range in a 68-50 win over George Mason in the first round and could be the difference since Washington State dares the opposition to shoot from the perimeter.

Notre Dame is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 69 (Side Play of the Day)

Washington State (-2, O/U 133.5): The Cougars used stifling defense to beat Winthrop 71-40 in the first round, and they will try to dictate the tempo against Notre Dame as well. They are very patient in their offensive sets and play outstanding position defense, forcing opponents to make outside shots.

Washington State is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 Saturday games.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 65

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South Region - Pepsi Center (Denver, CO)

#5 Michigan State vs. #4 Pittsburgh [CBS | 9:10 PM ET]

Michigan State: The Spartans were able to beat Temple 72-61 on Thursday despite a poor game from senior guard Drew Neitzel, who made just 2-of-11 shots and finished with only 5 points. They can't afford a similar performance against Pitt if they want to move on the Sweet 16.

Michigan State is 1-7 ATS in its last 8 Saturday games.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 65

Pitt (-2, O/U 131.5): The Panthers look to have a huge advantage in the frontcourt with DeJuan Blair and Sam Young, who played just 24 minutes in Thursday's win over Oral Roberts due to foul trouble. If they can both stay out of foul trouble here, they will look to run past the Spartans with point guard Levance Fields leading the break. “Our emphasis this year was to be a fast-break team,” Field said. “We didn’t always play that way because of the injuries. But I feel like we do a good job of pushing the tempo and getting easy shots.”

The OVER is 10-1 in Pitt's last 11 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 67

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South Region - Honda Center (Anaheim, CA)

#6 Marquette vs. #3 Stanford [CBS | 6:45 PM ET]

Marquette: The Golden Eagles struggled against the top Big East teams with quality big men this season with a 1-5 mark. They will face literally their biggest challenge of the season here against Stanford's Brook and Robin Lopez, two 7-footers who should be able to dominate inside.

Marquette is 9-3 ATS in its last 12 games overall.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 65

Stanford (-3, O/U 133): Usually, Robin Lopez has done the most damage to opponents with his offense and rebounding. But brother Brook stepped up Thursday in a 77-53 win over Cornell, totaling 14 points and 5 rebounds while Brook battled foul trouble. The Lopez brothers will try to control the pace of this game and keep Marquette's quick guards out of the lane where they can be dangerous.

Stanford is 4-0 ATS on neutral courts this season.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 68

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College Basketball – Gameday

NCAAB
Gameday


Saturday, March 22

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March Madness Gameday

The NCAA Tournament continues on Saturday with Thursday’s winners returning to the court to try and continue their March Madness run. Here’s a preview of one intriguing Saturday matchup from each of the four regions.

Midwest
Qwest Center Omaha, Omaha NE

UNLV (8) vs. Kansas (1) – 1:00 pm EDT

The Runnin’ Rebels knocked off No. 9 seed Kent State 71-58 as a 2-point underdog in the opening round. The Golden Flashes more or less beat themselves by playing horrible in the first half while scoring only 10 points. Joe Darger led UNLV with 18 points in the win, while Wink Adams added 17 points, six rebounds and four assists.

The Jayhawks had no trouble with No. 16 seed Portland State in the opening round, as they routed the Vikings 85-61 as a huge 22-point favorite. Brandon Rush poured in 18 points to go along with six rebounds for Kansas, while Darrell Arthur had 17 points and seven rebounds.

The Jayhawks opened as a 13-point favorite against UNLV.

West Region
Verizon Center, Washington D.C.

Purdue (6) vs. Xavier (3) – 4:40 pm EDT

The Boilermakers cooked No. 11 Baylor 90-79 as a 3-point favorite on Thursday afternoon. Keaton Grant had a team-high 17 points and E’Twaun Moore was all over the floor for the Boilermakers with 16 points, eight rebounds and four assists.

The Musketeers had a little trouble with No. 14 seed Georgia in the first half, but took over when it counted to pull out a comfortable 73-61 win as a 9-point favorite. Josh Duncan was a force for Xavier with 20 points and eight rebounds, while Derrick Brown was also tough to stop with 19 points and 11 rebounds.

The Musketeers may be a mid-major school but they’re a No. 3 seed for a reason, and against Purdue they’re a 3-point favorite.

East Region
Pepsi Center, Denver CO

Notre Dame (5) vs. Washington State (4) – 6:40 pm EDT


The Fighting Irish beat up on George Mason 68-50 as a 7-point favorite in the opening round. Luke Harangody led the Irish with 18 points on 8-of-21 shooting, while Kyle McAlarney had 15 points in the win.

The Cougars completely dominated No. 13 seed Winthrop 71-40 as a 9.5-point favorite in their Tournament opener. Aron Baynes was a perfect 9-for-9 from the field while scoring a team-high 19 points for Washington State. Kyle Weaver and Robbie Cowgill each netted 14 points in the rout.

The Cougars are a 2.5-point favorite in this game.

South Region
Pepsi Center, Denver CO

Michigan State (5) vs. Pittsburgh (4) – 2:00 pm EDT

The Spartans stormed past No. 12 seed Temple 72-61 as a 6.5-point favorite in the opening round. Raymar Morgan led Michigan State with 15 points and Drew Naymick chipped in with 10 points and eight rebounds.

The Panthers maintained the momentum they started in the Big East Tournament in an 82-63 win over No. 13 Oral Roberts as an 8-point favorite on Thursday. Speedy Levance Fields led Pitt with 23 points and seven assists, while Sam Young deposited 14 points.

This one could come down to the wire, as the Panthers were set as a very small 1.5-point favorite.

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National Basketball Association - Tips & Trends

NBA


Saturday, March 22

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New Jersey Nets at Philadelphia 76ers [7 PM ET]

Nets: The Nets are tied for the eighth place in the East with the Hawks, and defeated Atlanta 125-117 on Wednesday. New Jersey is playing with a totally revamped roster from the one that started the season, but have been much more aggressive on the offensive end. Vince Carter scored a season-high 39 points in that victory and Devin Harris said he hasn’t seen that VC since Toronto.

The OVER is 6-1 in the Nets last 7 games.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 96

76ers (-8.5, O/U 199.5): Philadelphia has won 16 of it last 20 games overall, including wins against the Spurs and Pistons just this week. Andre Miller has been leading the way offensively and Samuel Dalembert has been crashing to boards averaging 11 rebounds in the last eight games. The 76ers are 19-15 at home compared to 15-19 away from the Wachovia Center.

76ers are 16-6 ATS in March over the last 2 season.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 104



Boston Celtics at New Orleans Hornets [8 PM ET]

Celtics: Boston’s current road trip is already a success with 4 straight wins in five days, which included victories over the Spurs, Rockets, and Mavs. Ray Allen has returned to the lineup from an ankle injury and coach Doc Rivers said “We’re capable of anything.” As much of a success this road trip has been, team insiders say the team is “looking forward to returning home.”

Celtics are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games.

Key Injuries- G Tony Allen (7 ppg; back) is OUT

PROJECTED SCORE: 93

Hornets (-1.5, O/U 187): New Orleans has won three of their last four games, and are doing so on the defensive end. The Hornets have held their opponents to the low teens or lower in fourth-quarter points: Rockets (10), Bulls (13), and Spurs (8). New Orleans has held 13 opponents to 18 points or fewer after doing that just six times all last season. “We have to commit ourselves on the defensive end, especially against our upcoming opponents” said coach Byron Scott.

Hornets are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 94



Cleveland Cavaliers at Milwaukee Bucks [NBA | 8:30 PM ET]

Cavs (-5, O/U 200): Cleveland loves its home cooking, but will now have to take the show on the road tonight. LeBron James has been on the constant on the team averaging 35 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists in nine games during this month. He has scored 30 or more points in seven of the nine games as well. However, the Cavs have lost 4 straight road games by an average of 8 ppg while allowing 104 points.

Cavs are 18-9 ATS against good offensive teams this season.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 103

Bucks: The Bucks sunk to new depths Tuesday night in losing to the NBA’s worst team – the Miami Heat 112-106. The Bucks fell to 17-17 at home this season after the loss, and Desmond Mason said “it’s embarrassing”. Bucks have played the Cavaliers tough this season, winning two of three meetings including a 111-107 victory at Cleveland. Milwaukee’s leading scorer is averaging 28 ppg against the Cavs on the season.

The OVER is 13-3 in the Bucks last 16 games.

Key Injuries- C Andrew Bogut (14 ppg; thigh) is questionable

PROJECTED SCORE: 98



Houston Rockets at Phoenix Suns [10 PM ET]

Rockets: The Rockets offense started to slide long before the streak ended. Houston was able to overcome those struggles against the Bobcats and Hawks, but now its offense has become even more stagnant. In the past five games, they had their fewest points in a first half (32 at Atlanta) this season, and matched their fewest in a second half (25 at New Orleans) ever. Tracy McGrady said he is “not worried” about the recent losses, but Rafer Alston was just 4-of-13 on Wednesday and has picked up technical fouls just this week.

Rockets are 20-7 ATS against poor defensive teams over the last 2 seasons.

Key Injuries- NONE

PROJECTED SCORE: 98

Suns (-6.5, O/U 203.5): The Suns have now won six games in a row, including back-to-back road victories. They are 24 games over .500 for the first time all year and have pulled even in the win column with the top teams in the West. However Phoenix committed a season-high 27 turnovers and Steve Nash said his team was “tired” in their latest victory. The Suns have had 2 days off to prepare for the Rockets and are averaging 105 ppg against them on the season.

The Suns are 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 games.

Key Injuries- G Raja Bell (12 ppg; ankle) is doubtful

PROJECTED SCORE: 106

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National Hockey League – Trend Sheet

NHL


Saturday, March 22

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MARCH 22, 3:00 PM

CHICAGO vs. NASHVILLE
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Chicago's last 9 games on the road
Chicago is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Nashville
Nashville is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Chicago
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Nashville's last 6 games when playing Chicago



MARCH 22, 3:00 PM

COLORADO vs. EDMONTON
Colorado is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Edmonton
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Colorado's last 8 games when playing Edmonton
Edmonton is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Colorado
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Edmonton's last 7 games when playing at home against Colorado



MARCH 22, 3:00 PM

LOS ANGELES vs. DALLAS
Los Angeles is 3-11 SU in its last 14 games when playing Dallas
Los Angeles is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Dallas
Dallas is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Dallas's last 7 games



MARCH 22, 7:00 PM

BOSTON vs. MONTREAL
Boston is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boston's last 7 games
Montreal is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Boston
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Montreal's last 5 games when playing Boston



MARCH 22, 7:00 PM

DETROIT vs. COLUMBUS
Detroit is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Detroit's last 5 games on the road
Columbus is 5-13-1 SU in its last 19 games when playing at home against Detroit
Columbus is 7-15 SU in its last 22 games when playing Detroit



MARCH 22, 7:00 PM

TAMPA BAY vs. FLORIDA
Tampa Bay is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games when playing Florida
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Tampa Bay's last 9 games when playing Florida
Florida is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Florida's last 5 games at home



MARCH 22, 7:00 PM

TORONTO vs. OTTAWA
Toronto is 7-15 SU in its last 22 games when playing Ottawa
Toronto is 3-10 SU in its last 13 games when playing on the road against Ottawa
Ottawa is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Ottawa's last 7 games at home



MARCH 22, 7:30 PM

NEW JERSEY vs. PITTSBURGH
New Jersey is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of New Jersey's last 9 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 5-12 SU in its last 17 games when playing New Jersey
Pittsburgh is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against New Jersey



MARCH 22, 10:00 PM

ANAHEIM vs. PHOENIX
Anaheim is 15-5 SU in its last 20 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Anaheim's last 10 games
Phoenix is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Anaheim
Phoenix is 8-16-1 SU in its last 25 games when playing Anaheim



MARCH 22, 10:00 PM

MINNESOTA vs. CALGARY
Minnesota is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games when playing Calgary
Minnesota is 1-11-1 SU in its last 13 games when playing on the road against Calgary
Calgary is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Calgary's last 6 games at home

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NCAAB
Write-Up


Early Games

Saturday's NIT Game
Akron won seven of last nine games, forcing 23 turnovers in a 65-60 OT win at Florida State Tuesday; they split pair against A-14 teams, beating Temple by a hoop, losing in double OT at Dayton. UMass won seven of last eight games, losing only in first round of A-14 tourney, blowing 17-point halftime lead to Charlotte. Minutemen scored 81.9 ppg in last eight games.

Saturday's NCAA Games
West Virginia won NIT LY, won five NCAA games in the two years before that, so their kids are used to winning in March; they shot 11-19 from arc win over dysfunctional Arizona, but now get Duke team that escaped infamy with 71-70 win in first round vs Belmont. Over last three seasons, #7 seeds are 7-2 vs spread when opposing a 2 seed. Duke won last eight second round games, covering three of last four. Huggins was 1-7 in his last eight second round NCAA games at Cincinnati.

Wisconsin won last 11 games, including Big 11 tourney, they are 7-2 vs spread in last nine, 2-3 in second round NCAA tilts under Ryan, who won four national titles at D-III level- they're going to struggle to defend Beasley, who scored 18 in second half vs USC, after being in foul trouble early. K-State played its best game since upsetting Kansas, getting contributions from freshman PG Pullen and also Anderson. Over last five years, a #3 seed is 4-1 vs spread when opposing an 11 seed.

[Udog]

NCAAB
Dunkel


Xavier vs. Purdue
The Musketeers put an end to Georgia's Cinderella run with an opening-round win. Today they face a Purdue team that went 10-5 ATS in road games this season and opened with a solid win over Baylor. The Boilermakers are the underdog pick (+3 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the game even. Dunkel Pick: Purdue (+3 1/2). Here are all of today's games.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22

Game 523-524: Xavier vs. Purdue
Dunkel Ratings: Xavier 68.760; Purdue 68.836
Dunkel Line: Even
Vegas Line: Xavier by 3 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Purdue (+3 1/2)

Game 525-526: West Virginia vs. Duke
Dunkel Ratings: West Virginia 69.203; Duke 70.841
Dunkel Line: Duke by 1 1/2
Vegas Line: Duke by 4
Dunkel Pick: West Virginia (+4)

Game 527-528: UNLV vs. Kansas
Dunkel Ratings: UNLV 65.430; Kansas 80.955
Dunkel Line: Kansas by 15 1/2
Vegas Line: Kansas by 12 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Kansas (-12 1/2)

Game 529-530: Kansas State vs. Wisconsin
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas State 70.291; Wisconsin 73.628
Dunkel Line: Wisconsin by 3 1/2
Vegas Line: Wisconsin by 5
Dunkel Pick: Kansas State (+5)

Game 531-532: Michigan State vs. Pittsburgh
Dunkel Ratings: Michigan State 70.010; Pittsburgh 70.007
Dunkel Line: Even
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh by 2 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Michigan State (+2 1/2)

Game 533-534: Notre Dame vs. Washington State
Dunkel Ratings: Notre Dame 69.128; Washington State 70.873
Dunkel Line: Washington State by 1 1/2
Vegas Line: Washington State by 2 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Notre Dame (+2 1/2)

Game 535-536: Marquette vs. Stanford
Dunkel Ratings: Marquette 70.552; Stanford 71.657
Dunkel Line: Stanford by 1
Vegas Line: Stanford by 3
Dunkel Pick: Marquette (+3)

Game 537-538: Texas A&M vs. UCLA
Dunkel Ratings: Texas A&M 68.693; UCLA 76.715
Dunkel Line: UCLA by 8
Vegas Line: UCLA by 10 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Texas A&M (+10 1/2)

Game 539-540: Akron at Massachusetts
Dunkel Ratings: Akron 60.261; Massachusetts 69.606
Dunkel Line: Massachusetts by 9 1/2
Vegas Line: Massachusetts by 5
Dunkel Pick: Massachusetts (-5)

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NBA
Power Index


Guys, 8-2 last night for 38-15 overall.
According to closing lines at my favorite book, they went 7-3 ATS last night.


Saturday, March 22

NBA

Charlotte* 9 over Miami
Orlando 1.5 over Atlanta*
Philadelphia* 9.5 over New Jersey
Minnesota* 5.5 over New York
Boston 1 over New Orleans*
Sacramento .5 over Memphis*
Cleveland 4.5 over Milwaukee*
Chicago* 5 over Indiana
Utah* 17 over Seattle
Phoenix* 2 over Houston
Portland 1 over L.A. Clippers*

[Udog]

NBA
Dunkel


New Jersey at Philadelphia
The Sixers look to bounce back from last night's loss at Orlando and face a New Jersey team that has lost eight straight on the road. Philadelphia is the pick (-9) according to Dunkel, which has the Sixers favored by 11. Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (-9). Here are all of today's games.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22

Game 501-502: Orlando at Atlanta
Dunkel Ratings: Orlando 123.254; Atlanta 118.993
Dunkel Line & Total: Orlando by 4 1/2; 209
Vegas Line & Total: Atlanta by 1 1/2; 212
Dunkel Pick: Orlando (+1 1/2); Under

Game 503-504: Miami at Charlotte
Dunkel Ratings: Miami 105.295; Charlotte 119.842
Dunkel Line & Total: Charlotte by 14 1/2; 184
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 505-506: New Jersey at Philadelphia
Dunkel Ratings: New Jersey 114.004; Philadelphia 124.897
Dunkel Line & Total: Philadelphia by 11; 203
Vegas Line & Total: Philadelphia by 9; 199 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (-9); Over

Game 507-508: Boston at New Orleans
Dunkel Ratings: Boston 126.280; New Orleans 127.148
Dunkel Line & Total: New Orleans by 1; 182
Vegas Line & Total: New Orleans by 1 1/2; 187
Dunkel Pick: Boston (+1 1/2); Under

Game 509-510: New York at Minnesota
Dunkel Ratings: New York 106.868; Minnesota 117.476
Dunkel Line & Total: Minnesota by 10 1/2; 205
Vegas Line & Total: Minnesota by 9; 198 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (-9); Over

Game 511-512: Sacramento at Memphis
Dunkel Ratings: Sacramento 114.318; Memphis 112.375
Dunkel Line & Total: Sacramento by 2; 207
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 513-514: Indiana at Chicago
Dunkel Ratings: Indiana 115.039; Chicago 120.667
Dunkel Line & Total: Chicago by 5 1/2; 216
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 515-516: Cleveland at Milwaukee
Dunkel Ratings: Cleveland 120.181; Milwaukee 113.243
Dunkel Line & Total: Cleveland by 7; 197
Vegas Line & Total: Cleveland by 5; 200
Dunkel Pick: Cleveland (-5); Under

Game 517-518: Seattle at Utah
Dunkel Ratings: Seattle 104.509; Utah 126.783
Dunkel Line & Total: Utah by 22; 226
Vegas Line & Total: Utah by 19 1/2; 221
Dunkel Pick: Utah (-19 1/2); Over

Game 519-520: Houston at Phoenix
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 121.843; Phoenix 126.464
Dunkel Line & Total: Phoenix by 5 1/2; 206
Vegas Line & Total: Phoenix by 7; 203 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Houston (+7); Over

Game 521-522: Portland at LA Clippers
Dunkel Ratings: Portland 113.736; LA Clippers 112.536
Dunkel Line & Total: Portland by 1; 191
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A