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**Udog** · 03-10-2010, 11:53 PM

Daily Sports Roundup

Thursday, March 11

Today in the Daily Sports Roundup: The Flames play host to the Senators, the Bulls meet the Magic, and the ACC tournament has its first round in Greensboro.

Tipping off on the hardwood . . .

The NBA offers up three games on Thursday, with Atlanta at Washington, Portland at Golden State, and Chicago at Orlando. The Bulls couldn't stop Utah's offense in their last game on Tuesday night, as they were thumped 132-108 at home. Derrick Rose picked up 25 points and 13 assists in that defeat for the Bulls, while Brad Miller was good for 20 points in the losing cause. The Magic had no trouble with the Clippers in their last game on Tuesday, winning 113-87. Dwight Howard poured in 22 points to go along with 15 rebounds in that matchup.

As well, action continues in the Big East, Big 12, C-USA, Mountain West, and Pacific-10 tournaments on Thursday's college hoops schedule, while the Big 10, SEC, and ACC tournaments all get underway. The action in the ACC event at Greensboro Coliseum has Virginia vs. Boston College, Miami vs. Wake Forest, North Carolina vs. Georgia Tech, and N.C. State vs. Clemson. The Tigers fell 70-65 to Wake Forest in their regular-season finale, but they did beat N.C. State 73-70 back on January 16. Trevor Booker tossed in 20 points for Clemson that day.

Taking a trip around the rink . . .

Finally, there are 10 games on the NHL's schedule for Thursday, including Ottawa at Calgary. The Senators began their Alberta swing with an easy 4-1 win over the Oilers in Edmonton on Tuesday night. Chris Kelly, Matt Cullen, Mike Fisher, and Milan Michalek all scored for the Sens in that victory, while Brian Elliott made 18 saves. The Flames doubled up on the Red Wings in their last game on Tuesday, winning by a final score of 4-2. Jarome Iginla scored his 31st goal of the season in that win for Calgary, and Miikka Kiprusoff made 28 saves.

Also on the ice on Thursday: Atlanta at Columbus, Tampa Bay at Toronto, St. Louis at the Islanders, Edmonton at Montreal, Pittsburgh at Carolina, Minnesota at Detroit, Florida at Colorado, Nashville at San Jose, and Boston at Philadelphia. The Flyers slipped past the Islanders for a 3-2 win in their last game on Tuesday night, with Simon Gagne scoring the game-winning goal. Michael Leighton made 23 saves in the win. The Bruins fell 4-3 on the road to the Maple Leafs Tuesday night, with Mark Recchi picking up a goal and two assists.

**Udog** · 03-10-2010, 11:53 PM

Bettor's best friend: Thursday's wagering tips

Lines off the board

Chicago Bulls at Orlando Magic – Taj Gibson (foot) is questionable with a case of plantar fasciitis. Luol Deng (calf) is expected to miss at least two games with a strained calf.

Portland Trail Blazers at Golden State Warriors – Monta Ellis (back) practiced on Wednesday and is probable (see report below). Ronny Turiaf (knee) missed the team’s last game and is questionable.

Atlanta Thrashers at Columbus Blue Jackets – Rick Nash (lower body) left the Jackets game on Monday and is questionable. Kristian Huselias (hand) has missed the last two games and is questionable.

Boston Bruins at Philadelphia Flyers – Zdeno Chara (lower body) missed his first game of the season on Tuesday and is questionable.

Line to keep an eye on

The total in the Hawks-Wizards matchup moved from an opener of 195 to 194 in most markets but as low as 193.5. The last three games in this series have gone under.

Weather to watch

The wind will be a factor at the WGC-CA Championship in Miami this week. Wind is expected to blow anywhere from 14-17 mph during Thursday’s opening round. There is also a 30-40 percent chance of rain throughout the day with thunderstorms in the area.

With the rain, greens are expected to be soft which should produce low scores. Nick Watney said, “This is definitely a tournament you’ve got to go pretty low to win.” The last two winners of this event shot 19- and 17-under par.

Who’s hot

The Flyers are 7-3 in their last 10 games, earning 3.6 units on the moneyline.

Syracuse is 4-1 SU and ATS in its last five games.

Texas A&M is 10-0 ATS in its last 10 matchups.

Who’s not

Michigan is 4-6 SU and ATS in its last 10 outings.

The Hawks are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games and 7-13 ATS in their last 20.

The Bulls have dropped five straight overall and are 0-5 ATS during that streak.

Key stat

1966 – The last year North Carolina, Connecticut and UCLA were not in the NCAA Tournament.

Injury that shouldn’t be overlooked

Monta Ellis has missed the Warriors last five games with a back injury but returned to practice on Wednesday. Ellis’s availability for Thursday’s game is still uncertain but Golden State’s studio analyst Matt Steinmetz tweeted that there, "Doesn't seem like any reason he shouldn't play Thursday." Ellis is averaging 25.7 points and 5.3 assists per game this season.

Notable quotables

"That (expletive) that Matt Barnes pulled. That ain't never going to happen again."

-- Lakers forward Lamar Odom said on Tuesday in regards to the physical way Barnes played defense on Kobe Bryant. During the game, Odom called Barnes “a monkey”.

"Morning yall up early w/ the babies watchn Dora. Seems Lamar can't keep my name out his mouth maby I need 2 put my sons (expletive) diaper n it"

-- Barnes tweeted in retort on Wednesday morning.

Tips and notes

- Red Wings coach Mike Babcock has changed the team’s second scoring line in an effort to get more production from Henrik Zetterberg who has a -2 rating in his last 12 games. Babcock has moved Valtteri Filppula from center to wing and placed him on the line Zetterberg and Danny Cleary. Drew Miller will man the center position on the third line between Todd Bertuzzi and Jason Williams.

- Steve Stricker hasn’t scored above par in his first four tournaments of 2010 and has three Top 10s in his three stroke play events, including a win at the Northern Trust Open. In Stricker’s last four wins he shot 16-under, 17-under, 20-under and 17-under. He has to be a great with the putter to produce these kinds of scores and greens are expected to be taken advantage of at Doral. Stricker is +1400 to win the tournament.

- Wizards’ guard Randy Foye leads the team with 35 starts this season (62 total games) and is still getting use to all of his new teammates, who are also getting use to the team’s offense. Foye said the transition has been tough because “when I call sets, a lot of them don't know exactly what we're in.” Washington’s confusion has carried over to the floor where the Wiz have lost 6-of-7 games (2-5 ATS).

**Udog** · 03-10-2010, 11:56 PM

NBA
Long Sheet

The Top Trends sections will probably update. If so, we'll post the stuff.

Thursday, March 11

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CHICAGO (31 - 32) at ORLANDO (45 - 20) - 3/11/2010, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ORLANDO is 6-4 against the spread versus CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
ORLANDO is 8-2 straight up against CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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PORTLAND (38 - 28) at GOLDEN STATE (17 - 46) - 3/11/2010, 10:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
GOLDEN STATE is 4-4 against the spread versus PORTLAND over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 5-4 straight up against PORTLAND over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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ATLANTA (40 - 23) at WASHINGTON (21 - 40) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 7-3 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 8-2 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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**Udog** · 03-10-2010, 11:58 PM

NBA

Thursday, March 11

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Pick 'n' Roll: Today's best NBA bet
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Atlanta Hawks at Washington Wizards (+7, 194.5)

The Wizards have lost that loving feeling. Washington seemed rejuvenated following the deadline trades that shipped Antawn Jamison, Brendan Haywood and Caron Butler out of town. The club won three of four outright following the shakeup but has now lost six of seven since.

"When the trade happened, everybody was on a positive note. Then after that, I guess, a couple games after that, it settled down a bit," James Singleton, one of the pieces the Wizards acquired from Dallas, told the Washington Post. "Even though we might not make the playoffs, I don't want anybody to think that the season is over. The season is not over until the last game."

Washington’s really struggling to put the ball in the hoop. The Wizards are averaging just 84.2 points over the last five games and they’ve played under the total in six of their last seven contests.

Atlanta isn’t much of a threat defensively but the Wizards won’t be able to take advantage.

Pick: Under

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**Udog** · 03-10-2010, 11:59 PM

NBA

Thursday, March 11

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What Bettors Need to Know: TNT NBA doubleheader
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Chicago Bulls at Orlando Magic

Running—and hiding—of the Bulls

The Bulls (31-32, 30-31-2 ATS) have lost five straight games and suddenly find themselves teetering out of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Defensive woes are the crux of Chicago’s problems. The team has surrendered at least 100 points in seven consecutive outings. After a 122-116 home loss to Dallas on Saturday, the Bulls were humiliated in front of their own fans 132-108 by Utah on Tuesday.

“We can't control the paint right now,” coach Vinny Del Negro said afterward. “We emphasize defense all the time. We've won this season by controlling tempo and when we try to outscore teams, we don't have much success.”

Other direction

While Chicago is mired in a dismal slump, Orlando is streaking. The Magic (45-20, 34-30-1 ATS) have won eight in a row and eight of their last nine to seize a formidable four-game lead over Atlanta in the Southeast Division.

Orlando is already in a playoff mentality, which can be expected since the team had a rematch of last year’s NBA Finals on Sunday. With home-court advantage, the Magic edged Los Angeles 96-94 when Kobe Bryant missed a three-pointer at the buzzer.

“It felt like a playoff game,” Vince Carter said. “You could see it on everyone's face. It wasn't like, ‘Oh, well, whatever.’”

“Seems like all you hear is ‘Cleveland vs. the Lakers' in the Finals,” Dwight Howard said following a 113-87 home rout of the Clippers on Tuesday. “We want to be holding up that trophy. We think we can make the kind of plays to make it back to the Finals.”

Prior engagements

The Bulls and Magic have gone head-to-head twice this season, with both encounters taking place in the Windy City. As a 3.5-point underdog on Jan. 2, Chicago beat Orlando 101-93 behind 30 points from Derrick Rose. Howard, meanwhile, was limited to just nine points.

Orlando was favored by 4.5 points on Feb. 10, and this time the Magic took care of business, 107-87. An injured Rose left the game early in the first quarter and Orlando featured seven players in double-figures. The Magic led 41-17 after 12 minutes of play.

Trending topics

Chicago is 0-5 ATS in its last five overall and 0-4 ATS in its last four against teams with winning SU records.

Orlando is 4-1 ATS in its last five home games, 4-1 ATS in its last five against Eastern Conference opposition, and 5-1 ATS in its last six against teams with losing SU records.

The Bulls (28-34-1 O/U) have been a decent under play this season while the Magic (25-39-1 O/U) have been an absolutely outstanding under play. The over is 5-2 in Chicago’s last five overall, but the under is 5-0-1 in Orlando’s last six home games. Head-to-head, the under is 5-0 in the last five meetings in Orlando.

Portland Trail Blazers at Golden State Warriors

Look out, look out, the Cambyman

Marcus Camby has been plagued by an ankle injury ever since he joined the Trail Blazers in a trade-deadline deal, but he was finally at his best in an 88-81 home win over Sacramento on Tuesday.
Camby’s specialty—the blocked shot—was on display as he rejected five field-goal attempts. The former Denver Nugget also contributed six points and eight rebounds in 32 minutes.

Of course, Portland (38-28, 35-30-1 ATS) has been just fine with or without Camby of late. The Trail Blazers have won four of their last five and six of eight to maintain a stranglehold on the eighth and final playoff position in the Western Conference.

Small ball

The Warriors (17-46, 35-27-1 ATS) have been going small in terms of both size and number of players recently. After all, their injury report is just outrageous.

Monta Ellis (back) and Andris Biedrins (groin) have each missed the last five games, Kelenna Azubuike and Brandan Wright are out for the season, and Vladimir Radmanovic, Speedy Claxton, and Anthony Randolph are out indefinitely, Raja Bell will miss one more month, and now Ronny Turiaf (knee) is hurt.

The Warriors have been featuring a rotation of just eight players, with rookie point guard Stephen Curry frequently seeing all 48 minutes per game on the floor.

“We can play that way,” Curry said of using three small forwards on the front line while Turiaf and Biedrins are sidelined. “We've just got to help each other a little more than we probably would have to if we had our two big men.”

“We're going to have to have effort; guys playing out of position,” explained Anthony Morrow. “But we've been doing that all year.”

To say it hasn’t worked out all year would be an understatement.

Prior engagements

The Trail Blazers and Warriors have met twice this season, with each team cruising at home. As an 8-point home underdog on Nov. 20, Golden State handled Portland 108-94. Ellis poured in 33 points and Morrow added 23 for the Warriors.

Portland was favored by just 3.5 points at home on Jan. 2, but the Trail Blazers got revenge without too much trouble - a 105-89 victory. Golden State was outrebounded 43-36 and the Warriors, who rarely play any defense, saw Brandon Roy go off for 37 points.

Trending topics

The Trail Blazers are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 road games.

The Warriors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games playing on two days rest and they are 15-7 ATS in their last 22 against the Western Conference.

Neither team has been a particularly strong over/under play this season. The Trail Blazers (35-31 O/U) lean toward the over while the under is just barely the way to go with the Warriors (30-33 O/U).

Head-to-head, the home team is 6-0 ATS in the last six encounters. Golden State is 4-0 ATS in its last four home games against Portland.

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 12:01 AM

NCAAB
Long Sheet

First Post

Thursday, March 11

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VIRGINIA (14 - 15) vs. BOSTON COLLEGE (15 - 15) - 3/11/2010, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VIRGINIA is 142-182 ATS (-58.2 Units) in all games since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 142-182 ATS (-58.2 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 93-124 ATS (-43.4 Units) against conference opponents since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 17-33 ATS (-19.3 Units) in March games since 1997.
VIRGINIA is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
VIRGINIA is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) off a loss against a conference rival this season.
VIRGINIA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) after 3 or more consecutive losses this season.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 74-50 ATS (+19.0 Units) in road games against conference opponents since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 71-49 ATS (+17.1 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON COLLEGE is 3-2 against the spread versus VIRGINIA over the last 3 seasons
BOSTON COLLEGE is 3-2 straight up against VIRGINIA 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 (18 - 12) vs. WAKE FOREST (19 - 9) - 3/11/2010, 2:20 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WAKE FOREST is 38-24 ATS (+11.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
MIAMI is 92-65 ATS (+20.5 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
MIAMI is 71-48 ATS (+18.2 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
MIAMI is 20-6 ATS (+13.4 Units) in road games after scoring 60 points or less since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 15-29 ATS (-16.9 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 15-36 ATS (-24.6 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 49-71 ATS (-29.1 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 15-36 ATS (-24.6 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 17-36 ATS (-22.6 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 38-65 ATS (-33.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
WAKE FOREST is 2-1 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
WAKE FOREST is 2-2 straight up against MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
4 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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N CAROLINA (16 - 15) vs. GEORGIA TECH (19 - 11) - 3/11/2010, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N CAROLINA is 10-19 ATS (-10.9 Units) in all games this season.
N CAROLINA is 10-19 ATS (-10.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
N CAROLINA is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) as an underdog this season.
N CAROLINA is 10-24 ATS (-16.4 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 4-11 ATS (-8.1 Units) after a conference game this season.
N CAROLINA is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road games in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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NC STATE (17 - 14) vs. CLEMSON (21 - 9) - 3/11/2010, 9:20 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NC STATE is 18-6 ATS (+11.4 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 over the last 2 seasons.
CLEMSON is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in road games against conference opponents this season.
CLEMSON is 43-69 ATS (-32.9 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
CLEMSON is 1-10 ATS (-10.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CLEMSON is 2-1 against the spread versus NC STATE over the last 3 seasons
CLEMSON is 4-0 straight up against NC STATE over the last 3 seasons
3 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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W MICHIGAN (17 - 14) vs. C MICHIGAN (15 - 14) - 3/11/2010, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W MICHIGAN is 19-35 ATS (-19.5 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
W MICHIGAN is 19-35 ATS (-19.5 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
W MICHIGAN is 12-22 ATS (-12.2 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
W MICHIGAN is 9-25 ATS (-18.5 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
W MICHIGAN is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) off a win against a conference rival this season.
W MICHIGAN is 16-31 ATS (-18.1 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
W MICHIGAN is 35-56 ATS (-26.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
W MICHIGAN is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
C MICHIGAN is 3-3 against the spread versus W MICHIGAN over the last 3 seasons
C MICHIGAN is 3-3 straight up against W MICHIGAN over the last 3 seasons
5 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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E MICHIGAN (17 - 14) vs. AKRON (22 - 9) - 3/11/2010, 2:25 PM
Top Trends for this game.
E MICHIGAN is 98-131 ATS (-46.1 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
E MICHIGAN is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) after allowing 60 points or less this season.
AKRON is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) when the total is 120 to 129.5 over the last 3 seasons.

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

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OHIO U (18 - 14) vs. KENT ST (23 - 8) - 3/11/2010, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KENT ST is 76-52 ATS (+18.8 Units) off a win against a conference rival since 1997.
OHIO U is 136-102 ATS (+23.8 Units) after a conference game since 1997.
OHIO U is 64-33 ATS (+27.7 Units) revenging a road loss vs opponent since 1997.
OHIO U is 49-29 ATS (+17.1 Units) after scoring 80 points or more since 1997.
KENT ST is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in all tournament games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
KENT ST is 3-3 against the spread versus OHIO U over the last 3 seasons
KENT ST is 4-2 straight up against OHIO U over the last 3 seasons
4 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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BUFFALO (18 - 11) vs. MIAMI OHIO (13 - 17) - 3/11/2010, 9:25 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUFFALO is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in road games revenging a road loss vs opponent over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BUFFALO is 4-2 against the spread versus MIAMI OHIO over the last 3 seasons
MIAMI OHIO is 4-3 straight up against BUFFALO over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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S CAROLINA (15 - 15) vs. ALABAMA (16 - 14) - 3/11/2010, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
S CAROLINA is 3-10 ATS (-8.0 Units) as an underdog this season.
S CAROLINA is 4-11 ATS (-8.1 Units) after a conference game this season.

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

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LSU (11 - 19) vs. TENNESSEE (23 - 7) - 3/11/2010, 3:20 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LSU is 9-17 ATS (-9.7 Units) in all games this season.
LSU is 9-17 ATS (-9.7 Units) in all lined games this season.
TENNESSEE is 21-40 ATS (-23.0 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 21-40 ATS (-23.0 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 15-36 ATS (-24.6 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.

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

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AUBURN (15 - 16) vs. FLORIDA (20 - 11) - 3/11/2010, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA is 200-161 ATS (+22.9 Units) in all games since 1997.
FLORIDA is 200-161 ATS (+22.9 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
FLORIDA is 49-27 ATS (+19.3 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
AUBURN is 33-19 ATS (+12.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
AUBURN is 33-19 ATS (+12.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
AUBURN is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
AUBURN is 22-10 ATS (+11.0 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
AUBURN is 23-8 ATS (+14.2 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
AUBURN is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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GEORGIA (13 - 16) vs. ARKANSAS (14 - 17) - 3/11/2010, 9:50 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGIA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in road games after allowing 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
GEORGIA is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record after 15 or more games since 1997.
GEORGIA is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) off a loss against a conference rival this season.
ARKANSAS is 47-77 ATS (-37.7 Units) in road games against conference opponents since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 49-78 ATS (-36.8 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
ARKANSAS is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in road games off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.

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

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IOWA (10 - 21) vs. MICHIGAN (14 - 16) - 3/11/2010, 2:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IOWA is 11-19 ATS (-9.9 Units) in all games this season.
IOWA is 11-19 ATS (-9.9 Units) in all lined games this season.
IOWA is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) off a loss against a conference rival this season.
MICHIGAN is 4-11 ATS (-8.1 Units) as a favorite this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
MICHIGAN is 5-3 against the spread versus IOWA over the last 3 seasons
MICHIGAN is 6-2 straight up against IOWA 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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INDIANA (10 - 20) vs. NORTHWESTERN (19 - 12) - 3/11/2010, 5:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NORTHWESTERN is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all games this season.
NORTHWESTERN is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
NORTHWESTERN is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 this season.
NORTHWESTERN is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) off a loss against a conference rival this season.

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

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PENN ST (11 - 19) vs. MINNESOTA (18 - 12) - 3/11/2010, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PENN ST is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) as an underdog this season.
PENN ST is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
MINNESOTA is 5-15 ATS (-11.5 Units) in road games against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PENN ST is 4-2 against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 5-1 straight up against PENN ST over the last 3 seasons
5 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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UCLA (13 - 17) vs. ARIZONA (16 - 14) - 3/11/2010, 3:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ARIZONA is 38-60 ATS (-28.0 Units) after allowing 80 points or more since 1997.

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

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OREGON ST (14 - 16) vs. WASHINGTON (21 - 9) - 3/11/2010, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OREGON ST is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) in all games this season.
OREGON ST is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) in all lined games this season.
OREGON ST is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) as an underdog this season.
OREGON ST is 15-2 ATS (+12.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
OREGON ST is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 4-2 against the spread versus OREGON ST over the last 3 seasons
WASHINGTON is 6-0 straight up against OREGON ST over the last 3 seasons
6 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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STANFORD (13 - 17) vs. ARIZONA ST (22 - 9) - 3/11/2010, 11:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
STANFORD is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
STANFORD is 79-53 ATS (+20.7 Units) in road games against conference opponents since 1997.
STANFORD is 80-54 ATS (+20.6 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.

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

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COLORADO ST (16 - 14) vs. SAN DIEGO ST (22 - 8) - 3/11/2010, 5:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO ST is 11-22 ATS (-13.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO ST is 27-15 ATS (+10.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO ST is 22-9 ATS (+12.1 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN DIEGO ST is 3-3 against the spread versus COLORADO ST over the last 3 seasons
SAN DIEGO ST is 6-0 straight up against COLORADO ST over the last 3 seasons
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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TCU (13 - 18) vs. BYU (28 - 4) - 3/11/2010, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TCU is 10-18 ATS (-9.8 Units) in all games this season.
TCU is 10-18 ATS (-9.8 Units) in all lined games this season.
TCU is 5-12 ATS (-8.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
BYU is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
BYU is 13-5 ATS (+7.5 Units) in road games after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
BYU is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
BYU is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record after 15 or more games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
BYU is 3-3 against the spread versus TCU over the last 3 seasons
BYU is 6-0 straight up against TCU over the last 3 seasons
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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UTAH (14 - 16) at UNLV (23 - 7) - 3/11/2010, 11:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UNLV is 18-10 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all games this season.
UNLV is 18-10 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
UTAH is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
UTAH is 15-4 ATS (+10.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
UTAH is 4-2 against the spread versus UNLV over the last 3 seasons
UTAH is 4-3 straight up against UNLV over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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BOISE ST (15 - 16) vs. UTAH ST (25 - 6) - 3/11/2010, 3:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH ST is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all games this season.
UTAH ST is 17-9 ATS (+7.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
UTAH ST is 15-8 ATS (+6.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
UTAH ST is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) after a conference game this season.
UTAH ST is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) off a win against a conference rival this season.
UTAH ST is 22-10 ATS (+11.0 Units) in road games after scoring 80 points or more since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOISE ST is 4-3 against the spread versus UTAH ST over the last 3 seasons
UTAH ST is 5-2 straight up against BOISE ST over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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FRESNO ST (15 - 17) vs. LOUISIANA TECH (22 - 9) - 3/11/2010, 5:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FRESNO ST is 162-201 ATS (-59.1 Units) in all games since 1997.
FRESNO ST is 162-201 ATS (-59.1 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
FRESNO ST is 94-127 ATS (-45.7 Units) against conference opponents since 1997.
FRESNO ST is 89-125 ATS (-48.5 Units) after a conference game since 1997.
FRESNO ST is 44-74 ATS (-37.4 Units) off a win against a conference rival since 1997.
LOUISIANA TECH is 32-19 ATS (+11.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
LOUISIANA TECH is 32-19 ATS (+11.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
LOUISIANA TECH is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 over the last 2 seasons.
LOUISIANA TECH is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) in road games against conference opponents over the last 3 seasons.
LOUISIANA TECH is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 3 seasons.
LOUISIANA TECH is 17-5 ATS (+11.5 Units) revenging a road loss vs opponent over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
FRESNO ST is 4-2 against the spread versus LOUISIANA TECH over the last 3 seasons
FRESNO ST is 4-2 straight up against LOUISIANA TECH over the last 3 seasons
5 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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IDAHO (15 - 15) at NEVADA (19 - 11) - 3/11/2010, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IDAHO is 68-44 ATS (+19.6 Units) in road games against conference opponents since 1997.
IDAHO is 68-41 ATS (+22.9 Units) in road games after a conference game since 1997.
NEVADA is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 this season.
NEVADA is 15-25 ATS (-12.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 10-21 ATS (-13.1 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 10-21 ATS (-13.1 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
NEVADA is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) off a win against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
IDAHO is 4-2 against the spread versus NEVADA over the last 3 seasons
NEVADA is 5-1 straight up against IDAHO over the last 3 seasons
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SAN JOSE ST (14 - 16) vs. NEW MEXICO ST (19 - 11) - 3/11/2010, 11:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW MEXICO ST is 4-2 against the spread versus SAN JOSE ST over the last 3 seasons
NEW MEXICO ST is 5-1 straight up against SAN JOSE ST over the last 3 seasons
6 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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HAMPTON (13 - 17) vs. NORFOLK ST (11 - 18) - 3/11/2010, 8:20 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NORFOLK ST is 4-2 straight up against HAMPTON over the last 3 seasons

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ALABAMA A&M (11 - 15) vs. ALABAMA ST (14 - 15) - 3/11/2010, 3:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ALABAMA ST is 7-0 straight up against ALABAMA A&M over the last 3 seasons

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TEXAS SOUTHERN (15 - 15) vs. PRAIRIE VIEW A&M (16 - 13) - 3/11/2010, 9:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M is 4-2 straight up against TEXAS SOUTHERN over the last 3 seasons

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 12:04 AM

NCAAB
Short Sheet

First Post

Thursday, 3/11/2010

ACC Tournament First Round - Greensboro, NC
VIRGINIA vs. BOSTON COLLEGE, 12:00 PM ET
VIRGINIA: 1-7 ATS revenging double digit loss
BOSTON COLLEGE: 7-0 Under in March

MIAMI vs. WAKE FOREST, 2:20 PM ET
MIAMI: 92-65 ATS as an underdog
WAKE FOREST: 17-36 ATS in tournament games

N CAROLINA vs. GEORGIA TECH, 7:00 PM ET ESPN2
N CAROLINA: 1-10 ATS off BB Unders
GEORGIA TECH: 23-9 Over off a home loss

NC STATE vs. CLEMSON, 9:20 PM ET
NC STATE: 10-0 ATS Away if favored last game
CLEMSON: 10-25 ATS as neutral court favorite

MAC Tournament Quarterfinals - Quicken Loans Arena - Cleveland, OH
W MICHIGAN vs. C MICHIGAN, 12:00 PM ET
W MICHIGAN: 0-8 ATS off conference win
C MICHIGAN: 7-0 ATS off conference road win

E MICHIGAN vs. AKRON, 2:25 PM ET
E MICHIGAN: 3-11 ATS after a win by 6 points or less
AKRON: 7-0 ATS off DD loss as favorite

OHIO U vs. KENT ST, 7:00 PM ET
OHIO U: 29-11 ATS playing with double revenge
KENT ST: 2-9 ATS in tournament games

BUFFALO vs. MIAMI OHIO, 9:25 PM ET
BUFFALO: 16-6 ATS when the line is +3 to -3
MIAMI OHIO: 17-9 Under this season

SEC Tournament First Round - Bridgestone Arena - Nashville, TN
S CAROLINA vs. ALABAMA, 1:00 PM ET
S CAROLINA: 3-10 ATS as an underdog
ALABAMA: 9-2 Under as favorite

LSU vs. TENNESSEE, 3:20 PM ET
LSU: 6-0 Under when the total is 129.5 or less
TENNESSEE: 11-2 Under in 1st Round Tournament games

AUBURN vs. FLORIDA, 7:30 PM ET
AUBURN: 23-5 ATS off 2 straight conf games
FLORIDA: 26-7 Over in 2nd of BB road games

(TC)GEORGIA vs. ARKANSAS, 9:50 PM ET
GEORGIA: 8-1 ATS off road loss
ARKANSAS: 47-77 ATS Away vs. conference

Big Ten Tournament First Round - Conseco Fieldhouse - Indianapolis, IN
IOWA vs. MICHIGAN, 2:30 PM ET
IOWA: 1-9 ATS in tournament games
MICHIGAN: 6-0 ATS after scoring 50 points or less

INDIANA vs. NORTHWESTERN, 5:00 PM ET
INDIANA: 0-8 ATS off BB ATS wins
NORTHWESTERN: 7-1 ATS off conference loss

PENN ST vs. MINNESOTA, 7:30 PM ET
PENN ST: 11-4 ATS as an underdog
MINNESOTA: 5-15 ATS Away vs. conference

Pac 10 Tournament Quarterfinals - Staples Center - Los Angeles, CA
UCLA vs. ARIZONA, 3:00 PM ET
UCLA: 8-2 ATS off double digit loss
ARIZONA: 38-60 ATS after allowing 80+ points

(TC)OREGON ST vs. WASHINGTON, 9:00 PM ET
OREGON ST: 12-4 ATS as an underdog
WASHINGTON: 1-8 ATS off 2 straight DD wins

(TC)STANFORD vs. ARIZONA ST, 11:30 PM ET
STANFORD: 0-6 ATS playing only their 2nd game in 8 days
ARIZONA ST: 9-0 Under Away after scoring 60 or less BB games

Mountain West Tournament Quarterfinals -Thomas & Mack Ctr - Las Vegas, NV
COLORADO ST vs. SAN DIEGO ST, 5:30 PM ET
COLORADO ST: 15-6 Over revenging road loss
SAN DIEGO ST: 15-5 ATS after a win by 15+ points

TCU vs. BYU, 9:00 PM ET
TCU: 3-14 ATS if underdog last game
BYU: 56-30 ATS as DD favorite

UTAH at UNLV, 11:30 PM ET
UTAH: 14-29 ATS after a game with 9 or less assists
UNLV: 9-2 ATS off home win

WAC Tournament Quarterfinals - Lawlor Ctr - Reno, NV
BOISE ST vs. UTAH ST, 3:00 PM ET
BOISE ST: 7-0 ATS playing with same season revenge
UTAH ST: 23-6 Under off 4+ SU wins

FRESNO ST vs. LOUISIANA TECH, 5:30 PM ET
FRESNO ST: 44-74 ATS off conference win
LOUISIANA TECH: 17-5 ATS revenging road loss

IDAHO at NEVADA, 9:00 PM ET
IDAHO: 30-14 ATS Away playing with double revenge
NEVADA: 3-11 ATS as DD home favorite

SAN JOSE ST vs. NEW MEXICO ST, 11:30 PM ET
SAN JOSE ST: 7-0 Over off loss by 20+ Points
NEW MEXICO ST: 15-5 Over as favorite

MEAC Conference Tournament - Quarterfinals - Winston-Salem, NC
HAMPTON vs. NORFOLK ST, 8:20 PM ET
HAMPTON: n/a
NORFOLK ST: 2-8 ATS on neutral court

SWAC Conference Tournament - Quarterfinals - Shreveport, LA
ALABAMA A&M vs. ALABAMA ST, 3:30 PM ET
ALABAMA A&M: 1-5 ATS on neutral court
ALABAMA ST: 6-1 ATS off SU loss

TEXAS SOUTHERN vs. PRAIRIE VIEW A&M, 9:00 PM ET
TEXAS SOUTHERN: n/a
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M: n/a

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 12:06 AM

NHL
Long Sheet

Thursday, March 11

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EDMONTON (21-39-0-6, 48 pts.) at MONTREAL (33-29-0-6, 72 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
EDMONTON is 20-44 ATS (+80.5 Units) in all games this season.
EDMONTON is 17-39 ATS (+67.2 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 7-21 ATS (+35.4 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season.
EDMONTON is 3-14 ATS (+23.3 Units) after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game this season.
MONTREAL is 19-15 ATS (+36.3 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent this season.
MONTREAL is 34-38 ATS (-11.3 Units) in a home game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
EDMONTON is 2-1 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus MONTREAL over the last 3 seasons
EDMONTON is 2-1-0 straight up against MONTREAL over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.7 Units)

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ST LOUIS (30-26-0-9, 69 pts.) at NY ISLANDERS (26-33-0-7, 59 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ST LOUIS is 8-30 ATS (+50.4 Units) after 3 or more consecutive overs over the last 3 seasons.
NY ISLANDERS are 11-5 ATS (+17.2 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 28-26 ATS (+65.1 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 40-34 ATS (+80.7 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 8-2 ATS (+10.9 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more this season.
ST LOUIS is 7-1 ATS (+8.5 Units) in road games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY ISLANDERS is 1-1 (+0.0 Units) against the spread versus ST LOUIS over the last 3 seasons
NY ISLANDERS is 1-1-0 straight up against ST LOUIS over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.0 Units)

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BOSTON (29-24-0-12, 70 pts.) at PHILADELPHIA (35-26-0-4, 74 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 6-5-0 straight up against PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 11 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.8 Units)

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PITTSBURGH (40-22-0-4, 84 pts.) at CAROLINA (27-31-0-7, 61 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CAROLINA is 17-8 ATS (+8.3 Units) second half of the season this season.
CAROLINA is 13-4 ATS (+8.8 Units) in March games over the last 2 seasons.
CAROLINA is 6-2 ATS (+9.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season this season.
PITTSBURGH is 97-61 ATS (+14.6 Units) second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 24-8 ATS (+11.8 Units) in March games over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 9-5 (+1.4 Units) against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 9-5-0 straight up against CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
9 of 13 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.7 Units)

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ATLANTA (28-27-0-10, 66 pts.) at COLUMBUS (26-30-0-11, 63 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
COLUMBUS is 3-0 (+3.2 Units) against the spread versus ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
COLUMBUS is 3-0-0 straight up against ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.1 Units)

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TAMPA BAY (27-27-0-11, 65 pts.) at TORONTO (21-34-0-11, 53 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TAMPA BAY is 51-94 ATS (+167.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 16-46 ATS (+86.4 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 3 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 11-35 ATS (+64.3 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 25-43 ATS (+69.2 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 18-37 ATS (+59.1 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 21-45 ATS (+66.3 Units) in all games this season.
TORONTO is 81-99 ATS (-32.8 Units) in home games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
TORONTO is 10-20 ATS (+31.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
TORONTO is 56-60 ATS (-58.9 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
TAMPA BAY is 7-4 (+3.3 Units) against the spread versus TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
TAMPA BAY is 7-4-0 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=+0.7 Units)

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MINNESOTA (31-28-0-6, 68 pts.) at DETROIT (31-23-0-12, 74 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 6-19 ATS (+30.9 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 this season.
DETROIT is 31-35 ATS (-15.8 Units) in all games this season.
DETROIT is 3-6 ATS (-11.1 Units) in home games in March games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 10-16 ATS (-10.5 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent this season.
DETROIT is 9-14 ATS (-12.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
DETROIT is 33-28 ATS (-25.3 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
DETROIT is 7-3 (+1.9 Units) against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 7-3-0 straight up against MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.9 Units)

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FLORIDA (27-28-0-10, 64 pts.) at COLORADO (37-23-0-6, 80 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLORIDA is 0-9 ATS (-10.2 Units) after a 3 game unbeaten streak over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 37-29 ATS (+80.2 Units) in all games this season.
COLORADO is 76-76 ATS (-23.0 Units) in home games after allowing 4 goals or more since 1996.
COLORADO is 13-25 ATS (-16.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
FLORIDA is 2-1 (+0.6 Units) against the spread versus COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
FLORIDA is 2-1-0 straight up against COLORADO over the last 3 seasons
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.9 Units)

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OTTAWA (37-25-0-5, 79 pts.) at CALGARY (33-24-0-9, 75 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 9:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OTTAWA is 39-34 ATS (+0.5 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
OTTAWA is 18-9 ATS (+27.2 Units) in road games after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
CALGARY is 36-41 ATS (-30.8 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
CALGARY is 7-11 ATS (-12.5 Units) in home games revenging a loss versus opponent this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CALGARY is 2-1 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus OTTAWA over the last 3 seasons
CALGARY is 2-1-0 straight up against OTTAWA over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.0 Units)

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NASHVILLE (36-25-0-5, 77 pts.) at SAN JOSE (42-14-0-9, 93 pts.) - 3/11/2010, 10:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NASHVILLE is 35-30 ATS (+66.0 Units) in all games this season.
NASHVILLE is 13-10 ATS (+26.2 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 this season.
NASHVILLE is 19-10 ATS (+29.8 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent this season.
SAN JOSE is 11-14 ATS (-14.1 Units) when playing with 3 or more days rest over the last 3 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 13-18 ATS (-13.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN JOSE is 8-3 (+3.1 Units) against the spread versus NASHVILLE over the last 3 seasons
SAN JOSE is 8-3-0 straight up against NASHVILLE over the last 3 seasons
6 of 11 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.2 Units)

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 12:07 AM

NHL

Thursday, March 11

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Ice picks: Today's best NHL bets
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St. Louis Blues at New York Islanders (+110, 5.5)

The St. Louis Blues will not go quietly into the night. They sit 11th in the Western Conference, just six points back of the eighth spot after winning five of their last six games including two of the first three games on their current six-game road trip.

St. Louis stumbled a bit in its most recent outing, falling 7-3 to the Colorado Avalanche this weekend. However, the Blues managed to keep their scoring pace, averaging more than four goals per game – almost two goals over their season scoring average.

"You can't go on one loss," left winger Andy McDonald told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. "There's going to be stretches where you're just not sharp mentally and physically ... you're not going to be where you are normally. But that's part of it. The key is to not have back-to-back (losses)."

The team had an energetic practice following Saturday’s loss and addressed their defensive issues heading into this week’s schedule. St. Louis is allowing 2.7 goals against per game and has limited opponents to just nine total goals in those five wins.

The Islanders have trouble finding the net, scoring just seven goals in their past three games, all losses, and averaging 2.5 goals a night – 28th in the NHL. The Blues already own a win over New York, taking a 4-1 victory at home back in late November.

Pick: St. Louis

Edmonton Oilers at Montreal Canadiens (-240, 5.5)

The Edmonton Oilers may have got ahead of themselves after winning back-to-back games for the first time in more than a month last week. Edmonton followed those wins with a 4-1 defeat to the Ottawa Senators at home Tuesday.

Budding goaltender Jeff Deslauriers, who led the Oilers to those two victories, allowed four goals on 39 shots including three goals on 14 third-period shots. Two of the Senators’ four goals came with the man advantage, leaving a frustrated Deslauriers to vent to the media following Tuesday game.

"When you play five-on-four you're going to score once in a while," he told reporters, "but if the game is 1-1 and you're playing more on the [penalty kill] then you slash your chance of winning obviously."

That frustration comes at a tough time. Edmonton won’t get much of a chance to lick its wounds before hitting the road for four games in five nights, starting in Montreal. The Bell Centre is the most hostile arena in the NHL and will jump all over the Oilers and their young goalkeeper.

Pick: Montreal

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 12:08 AM

NHL

Thursday, March 11

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Pucking the trends: Bruins are underwhelming
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Unders Bruin

Currently occupying the final playoff spot in the East, the Boston Bruins will be without offensive leader Marc Savard indefinitely. Savard sustained a concussion after being hit by Pittsburgh’s Matt Cooke.

“I think it’s the whole team that really has to step up their game. We’re going to have to play desperate hockey from here on in,” Boston coach Claude Julien told the Boston Globe.

Boston is in the middle of a season-long seven-game road trip.

The Bruins are last in the NHL in goals scored, averaging 2.31 goals a game. They have an over/under record of 22-37-5 and have gone over the total just once in their last 13 games (1-7-5 over/under).

Huet’s Hawks?

The Chicago Blackhawks are second in the NHL in goals scored (3.22 per game), third in the NHL in goals allowed (2.4 per game) and lead the Central division.

Despite Chicago’s success, a goaltending controversy has emerged between incumbent Cristobal Huet and rookie Antti Niemi.

Huet is 26-12-4 with a 2.38 goals against average and four shutouts. Niemi is 17-5-1 with a 2.25 goals against average and four shutouts. Niemi has the edge in save percentage (.909 vs. .898).

According to David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune, because Huet is a veteran and has playoff experience, he gives the Blackhawks the best chance to win in the playoffs.

Chicago has gone over the total seven games in a row and has allowed at least three goals in six of those games.

Cane they make the playoffs?

Yes, they are eight points out of a playoff spot with 17 games left. And yes, Justin Peters and Manny Legace make up Carolina’s goaltending duo. Still, the Carolina Hurricanes still have an outside chance to make the playoffs.

After a 5-17-5 start to the season, Carolina has won eight of nine and twelve of fifteen to climb to 27-31-7. The Canes have three games in hand on seventh place Montreal and the eighth place Bruins are playing without Marc Savard.

“We've just got to keep winning. We're getting closer and closer," Canes forward Brandon Sutter told the Carolina News-Observer.

Carolina is +50,000 to win the Stanley Cup at Bodog.com.

Edmonton Sp-Oilers

Edmonton has been out of contention since a 1-18-2 stretch that lasted half of December and all of January.

Oddsmakers have not been respecting the Oilers. Edmonton has not been favored since they were -106 against the Predators on January 12. Recently, the Oilers were +163 at home to the 13th-place Minnesota Wild and +205 to the New Jersey Devils.

That hasn’t stopped Edmonton from playing the role of spoiler. The Oilers defeated Minnesota and New Jersey and have won four of five in front of their home crowd.

"It's a fun team to play for. You know you're not going to make the playoffs so these are your playoffs and try to be a spoiler and that's what's fun about right now," newly acquired defenseman Ryan Whitney told reporters.

On the schedule

Wed. March 10 – Vancouver Canucks at Phoenix Coyotes

The Canucks end their 14-game road trip with their third road game in four nights (sixth in nine days) against a Coyotes team that will have not played since a Saturday home game.

Fri. March 12 – Tampa Bay Lightning at Washington Capitals

The Lightning, four points out of a playoff spot, play in Montreal Tuesday and Toronto Thursday before challenging the Washington Capitals and their 25-3-4 home record.

Sun. March 14 - Nashville Predators at Los Angeles Kings

After a Tuesday date with the Thrashers, the Preds play San Jose Thursday, Anaheim Friday and close out the week with a Sunday matinee against the Kings.

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 12:10 AM

NOTE:
For the initial posting of trends and indexes, we have provided information available up to the time of posting.
Additional updates for today’s games will be posted ASAP.

**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 10:17 AM

NCAAB
Long Sheet

First Update

Thursday, March 11

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GEORGETOWN (21 - 9) vs. SYRACUSE (28 - 3) - 3/11/2010, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGETOWN is 13-26 ATS (-15.6 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
SYRACUSE is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all games this season.
SYRACUSE is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in all lined games this season.
SYRACUSE is 15-8 ATS (+6.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
SYRACUSE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in all neutral court games over the last 2 seasons.
SYRACUSE is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) in a neutral court game where the total is 135 to 139.5 since 1997.
SYRACUSE is 25-15 ATS (+8.5 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
SYRACUSE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when playing on a neutral court over the last 2 seasons.
SYRACUSE is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in all tournament games over the last 2 seasons.
SYRACUSE is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
SYRACUSE is 5-1 against the spread versus GEORGETOWN over the last 3 seasons
SYRACUSE is 4-2 straight up against GEORGETOWN over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MARQUETTE (21 - 10) vs. VILLANOVA (24 - 6) - 3/11/2010, 2:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VILLANOVA is 37-26 ATS (+8.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
VILLANOVA is 37-26 ATS (+8.4 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 this season.
MARQUETTE is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) as an underdog this season.
MARQUETTE is 13-6 ATS (+6.4 Units) against conference opponents this season.
MARQUETTE is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) in road games after a conference game over the last 3 seasons.
MARQUETTE is 15-7 ATS (+7.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
MARQUETTE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game this season.

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

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NOTRE DAME (22 - 10) vs. PITTSBURGH (24 - 7) - 3/11/2010, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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CINCINNATI (18 - 14) vs. W VIRGINIA (24 - 6) - 3/11/2010, 9:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 10:27 AM

NCAAB
Short Sheet

First Update

Thursday, 3/11/2010

Big East Tournament Quarterfinals - Madison Square Garden - New York
GEORGETOWN vs. SYRACUSE, 12:00 PM ET ESPN
GEORGETOWN: 48-70 ATS playing with revenge
SYRACUSE: 8-0 ATS after having won 3 of their last 4 games

MARQUETTE vs. VILLANOVA, 2:30 PM ET ESPN
MARQUETTE: 28-14 Over on neutral court
VILLANOVA: 6-1 ATS after a loss by 6 points or less

Big 12 Tournament Quarterfinals - Sprint Center - Kansas City, MO
TEXAS TECH vs. KANSAS, 12:30 PM ET ESPN2
TEXAS TECH: 72-102 ATS as an underdog
KANSAS: 8-1 Under off DD road win

NEBRASKA vs. TEXAS A&M, 3:00 PM ET
NEBRASKA: 1-5 ATS revenging road loss
TEXAS A&M: 13-4 ATS on neutral court

Conference USA Quarterfinals - BOK Center - Tulsa, OK
HOUSTON vs. MEMPHIS, 1:00 PM ET
HOUSTON: 18-7 Under when the total is 150 to 159.5
MEMPHIS: 7-15 ATS as favorite

SOUTHERN MISS vs. UAB, 3:30 PM ET
SOUTHERN MISS: 9-1 ATS revenging home loss
UAB: 2-10 ATS on neutral court

**Udog** · 03-11-2010, 10:33 AM

NBA
Dunkel

Atlanta at Washington
The Hawks look to take advantage of a Washington team that is 0-4 ATS in its last 4 home games. Atlanta is the pick (-7) according to Dunkel, which has the Hawks favored by 7 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (-7). Here are all of today's picks.

THURSDAY, MARCH 11

Game 701-702: Chicago at Orlando
Dunkel Ratings: Chicago 118.498; Orlando 128.085
Dunkel Line & Total: Orlando by 9 1/2; 209
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 703-704: Portland at Golden State
Dunkel Ratings: Portland 122.715; Golden State 116.289
Dunkel Line & Total: Portland by 6 1/2; 210
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 799-800: Atlanta at Washington
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta 123.079; Washington 115.504
Dunkel Line & Total: Atlanta by 7 1/2; 198
Vegas Line & Total: Atlanta by 7; 193 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (-7); Over

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