Friday Trends and Indexes 3/19 (NBA, NCAAB, NHL, Misc.)

[Udog]

NBA
Dunkel


Minnesota at LA Lakers
The Timberwolves look to take advantage of a Lakers team that is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games as a favorite of 11 points or more. Minnesota is the pick (+15 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the Lakers favored by only 12 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (+15 1/2). Here are all of today's picks.

FRIDAY, MARCH 19

Game 801-802: Detroit at Indiana
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 113.149; Indiana 116.700
Dunkel Line & Total: Indiana by 3 1/2; 206
Vegas Line & Total: Indiana by 2 1/2; 203
Dunkel Pick: Indiana (-2 1/2); Over

Game 803-804: Oklahoma City at Toronto
Dunkel Ratings: Oklahoma City 118.314; Toronto 115.335
Dunkel Line & Total: Oklahoma City by 3; 208
Vegas Line & Total: Oklahoma City by 1; 208 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Oklahoma City (-1); Under

Game 805-806: Charlotte at Atlanta
Dunkel Ratings: Charlotte 118.098; Atlanta 125.777
Dunkel Line & Total: Atlanta by 7 1/2; 190
Vegas Line & Total: Atlanta by 5; 192 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (-5); Under

Game 807-808: Philadelphia at New York
Dunkel Ratings: Philadelphia 112.263; New York 113.997
Dunkel Line & Total: New York by 1 1/2; 209
Vegas Line & Total: New York by 3 1/2; 207 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (+3 1/2); Over

Game 809-810: Cleveland at Chicago
Dunkel Ratings: Cleveland 123.897; Chicago 114.707
Dunkel Line & Total: Cleveland by 9; 198
Vegas Line & Total: Cleveland by 10 1/2; 204
Dunkel Pick: Chicago (+10 1/2); Under

Game 811-812: Boston at Houston
Dunkel Ratings: Boston 120.040; Houston 119.687
Dunkel Line & Total: Even; 202
Vegas Line & Total: Boston by 2 1/2; 203
Dunkel Pick: Houston (+2 1/2); Under

Game 813-814: Golden State at San Antonio
Dunkel Ratings: Golden State 114.842; San Antonio 125.225
Dunkel Line & Total: San Antonio by 10 1/2; 222
Vegas Line & Total: San Antonio by 11; 220 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Golden State (+11); Over

Game 815-816: Utah at Phoenix
Dunkel Ratings: Utah 121.800; Phoenix 127.974
Dunkel Line & Total: Phoenix by 6; 235
Vegas Line & Total: Phoenix by 3 1/2; 222 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Phoenix (-3 1/2); Over

Game 817-818: Washington at Portland
Dunkel Ratings: Washington 111.662; Portland 124.512
Dunkel Line & Total: Portland by 13; 190
Vegas Line & Total: Portland by 12; 191
Dunkel Pick: Portland (-12); Under

Game 819-820: Milwaukee at Sacramento
Dunkel Ratings: Milwaukee 125.562; Sacramento 117.002
Dunkel Line & Total: Milwaukee by 8 1/2; 191
Vegas Line & Total: Milwaukee by 3; 197 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Milwaukee (-3); Under

Game 821-822: Minnesota at LA Lakers
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota 110.830; LA Lakers 123.111
Dunkel Line & Total: LA Lakers by 12 1/2; 213
Vegas Line & Total: LA Lakers by 15 1/2; 216
Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (+15 1/2); Under

[Udog]

NCAAB
Dunkel - Friday POD


Vermont vs. Syracuse
The Catamounts look to build on their 9-1 ATS record in their last 10 games against teams with a winning SU record. Vermont is the pick (+17 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the Orange favored by only 13. Dunkel Pick: Vermont (+17 1/2).

[Udog]

NHL
Dunkel


San Jose at Calgary
The Sharks look to take advantage of a Calgary team that is 1-5 in its last 6 against the Pacific Division. San Jose is the pick (+110) according to Dunkel, which has the Sharks favored by 1. Dunkel Pick: San Jose (+110). Here are all of today's picks.

FRIDAY, MARCH 19

Game 51-52: Minnesota at Columbus
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota 10.720; Columbus 11.945
Dunkel Line & Total: Columbus by 1; 5
Vegas Line & Total: Columbus (-150); 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Columbus (-150); Under

Game 53-54: San Jose at Calgary
Dunkel Ratings: San Jose 11.171; Calgary 10.376
Dunkel Line & Total: San Jose by 1; 5
Vegas Line & Total: Calgary (-130); 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Jose (+110); Under

Game 55-56: Detroit at Edmonton
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 11.434; Edmonton 11.983
Dunkel Line & Total: Edmonton by 1/2; 6
Vegas Line & Total: Detroit (-250); 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Edmonton (+210); Over

Game 57-58: NY Islanders at Anaheim
Dunkel Ratings: NY Islanders 12.632; Anaheim 11.941
Dunkel Line & Total: NY Islanders by 1/2; 5 1/2
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

[Udog]

NBA
Long Sheet


Friday, March 19
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DETROIT (23 - 45) at INDIANA (22 - 46) - 3/19/2010, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
INDIANA is 7-3 against the spread versus DETROIT over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 6-4 straight up against INDIANA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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OKLAHOMA CITY (41 - 25) at TORONTO (33 - 33) - 3/19/2010, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 39-27 ATS (+9.3 Units) in all games this season.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 21-12 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games this season.
TORONTO is 62-82 ATS (-28.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 14-23 ATS (-11.3 Units) as an underdog this season.
TORONTO is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) second half of the season this season.
TORONTO is 11-26 ATS (-17.6 Units) in March games over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 7-19 ATS (-13.9 Units) against Northwest division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 34-50 ATS (-21.0 Units) revenging a loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 10-22 ATS (-14.2 Units) after allowing 105 points or more this season.
TORONTO is 24-42 ATS (-22.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 13-30 ATS (-20.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 26-40 ATS (-18.0 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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CHARLOTTE (35 - 32) at ATLANTA (43 - 24) - 3/19/2010, 7:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHARLOTTE is 6-4 against the spread versus ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 6-4 straight up against CHARLOTTE over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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PHILADELPHIA (24 - 44) at NEW YORK (24 - 44) - 3/19/2010, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 29-39 ATS (-13.9 Units) in all games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) after scoring 105 points or more this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 40-58 ATS (-23.8 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 99+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.
NEW YORK is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) in a home game where where the total is between 205 and 209.5 points over the last 2 seasons.
NEW YORK is 21-36 ATS (-18.6 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.
NEW YORK is 7-18 ATS (-12.8 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHILADELPHIA is 7-4 against the spread versus NEW YORK over the last 3 seasons
PHILADELPHIA is 8-3 straight up against NEW YORK over the last 3 seasons
7 of 11 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CLEVELAND (54 - 15) at CHICAGO (31 - 36) - 3/19/2010, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 5-5 against the spread versus CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 5-5 straight up against CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
5 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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BOSTON (43 - 24) at HOUSTON (35 - 31) - 3/19/2010, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 27-38 ATS (-14.8 Units) in all games this season.
BOSTON is 20-32 ATS (-15.2 Units) as a favorite this season.
BOSTON is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) in non-conference games this season.
BOSTON is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) after scoring 105 points or more this season.
BOSTON is 11-23 ATS (-14.3 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game this season.
BOSTON is 11-21 ATS (-12.1 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 99+ points/game this season.
HOUSTON is 57-40 ATS (+13.0 Units) second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 213-164 ATS (+32.6 Units) in non-conference games since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
HOUSTON is 2-2 against the spread versus BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
BOSTON is 3-1 straight up against HOUSTON 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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GOLDEN STATE (19 - 48) at SAN ANTONIO (40 - 26) - 3/19/2010, 8:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN ANTONIO is 5-3 against the spread versus GOLDEN STATE over the last 3 seasons
SAN ANTONIO is 7-2 straight up against GOLDEN STATE over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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UTAH (44 - 24) at PHOENIX (42 - 26) - 3/19/2010, 10:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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WASHINGTON (21 - 45) at PORTLAND (41 - 28) - 3/19/2010, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 28-37 ATS (-12.7 Units) in all games this season.
WASHINGTON is 22-36 ATS (-17.6 Units) after a loss by 10 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 86-69 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 58-41 ATS (+12.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) on Friday nights over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 24-10 ATS (+13.0 Units) in home games after a win by 10 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
PORTLAND is 31-16 ATS (+13.4 Units) after scoring 105 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in home games after 3 or more consecutive wins over the last 3 seasons.
PORTLAND is 40-27 ATS (+10.3 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 46-30 ATS (+13.0 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
PORTLAND is 29-14 ATS (+13.6 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 3-2 against the spread versus PORTLAND over the last 3 seasons
PORTLAND is 3-2 straight up against WASHINGTON 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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MILWAUKEE (36 - 30) at SACRAMENTO (23 - 45) - 3/19/2010, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MILWAUKEE is 103-138 ATS (-48.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record - 2nd half of the season since 1996.
SACRAMENTO is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) after playing 3 consecutive home games over the last 2 seasons.
MILWAUKEE is 41-23 ATS (+15.7 Units) in all games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 20-10 ATS (+9.0 Units) as a favorite this season.
MILWAUKEE is 21-12 ATS (+7.8 Units) in road games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) second half of the season this season.
MILWAUKEE is 22-13 ATS (+7.7 Units) revenging a loss vs opponent this season.
MILWAUKEE is 21-12 ATS (+7.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
MILWAUKEE is 23-7 ATS (+15.3 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game this season.
MILWAUKEE is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game - 2nd half of the season this season.
SACRAMENTO is 19-36 ATS (-20.6 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SACRAMENTO is 3-2 against the spread versus MILWAUKEE over the last 3 seasons
SACRAMENTO is 3-2 straight up against MILWAUKEE 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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MINNESOTA (14 - 55) at LA LAKERS (50 - 18) - 3/19/2010, 10:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 22-34 ATS (-15.4 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 10-24 ATS (-16.4 Units) after 3 or more consecutive losses this season.
MINNESOTA is 21-36 ATS (-18.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
LA LAKERS are 32-18 ATS (+12.2 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
LA LAKERS are 47-30 ATS (+14.0 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
LA LAKERS is 5-3 against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
LA LAKERS is 8-0 straight up against MINNESOTA 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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[Udog]

NHL
Long Sheet


Friday, March 19

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MINNESOTA (34-30-0-6, 74 pts.) at COLUMBUS (28-31-0-11, 67 pts.) - 3/19/2010, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 9-21 ATS (+30.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 7-21 ATS (+35.2 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 this season.
COLUMBUS is 57-56 ATS (+139.4 Units) on Friday nights since 1996.
MINNESOTA is 115-92 ATS (+208.6 Units) after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game since 1996.
COLUMBUS is 28-42 ATS (+87.5 Units) in all games this season.
COLUMBUS is 35-60 ATS (+105.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 8-3 (+4.6 Units) against the spread versus COLUMBUS over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 8-3-0 straight up against COLUMBUS over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+3.0 Units)

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SAN JOSE (43-17-0-10, 96 pts.) at CALGARY (35-26-0-9, 79 pts.) - 3/19/2010, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN JOSE is 44-36 ATS (-20.9 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
SAN JOSE is 30-13 ATS (+13.6 Units) when playing on back-to-back days over the last 3 seasons.
CALGARY is 38-43 ATS (-31.7 Units) second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
CALGARY is 7-12 ATS (-8.5 Units) on Friday nights over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CALGARY is 9-8 (+3.5 Units) against the spread versus SAN JOSE over the last 3 seasons
CALGARY is 9-8-0 straight up against SAN JOSE over the last 3 seasons
8 of 13 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.9 Units)

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DETROIT (34-23-0-12, 80 pts.) at EDMONTON (21-42-0-7, 49 pts.) - 3/19/2010, 9:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 34-35 ATS (-13.8 Units) in all games this season.
DETROIT is 5-11 ATS (-9.2 Units) revenging a home loss versus opponent this season.
DETROIT is 10-14 ATS (-12.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
DETROIT is 34-28 ATS (-26.0 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
EDMONTON is 11-4 ATS (+16.3 Units) on Friday nights over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 18-9 ATS (+29.1 Units) after 3 or more consecutive overs over the last 3 seasons.
DETROIT is 9-1 ATS (+7.6 Units) in road games in March games over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 20-48 ATS (-47.2 Units) in all games this season.
EDMONTON is 24-37 ATS (+70.3 Units) in a home game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 8-26 ATS (+36.2 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more this season.
EDMONTON is 7-24 ATS (+41.6 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season.
EDMONTON is 1-11 ATS (+15.5 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.
EDMONTON is 5-24 ATS (+30.8 Units) second half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
EDMONTON is 4-6 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus DETROIT over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 6-4-0 straight up against EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.8 Units)

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NY ISLANDERS (29-33-0-8, 66 pts.) at ANAHEIM (32-30-0-7, 71 pts.) - 3/19/2010, 10:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY ISLANDERS is 1-1 (+0.7 Units) against the spread versus ANAHEIM over the last 3 seasons
ANAHEIM is 1-1-0 straight up against NY ISLANDERS over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.0 Units)

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NBA
Short Sheet


Friday, 3/19/2010

DETROIT at INDIANA, 7:05 PM ET
DETROIT: 8-2 Over off division game
INDIANA: 7-2 ATS if underdog L5+ games

OKLAHOMA CITY at TORONTO, 7:05 PM ET
OKLAHOMA CITY: 11-2 ATS off road loss
TORONTO: 10-22 ATS after allowing 105+ points

CHARLOTTE at ATLANTA, 7:35 PM ET
CHARLOTTE: 15-4 ATS off SU dog win
ATLANTA: 12-3 Over off BB road games

PHILADELPHIA at NEW YORK, 7:35 PM ET
PHILADELPHIA: 5-14 ATS after scoring 105+ points
NEW YORK: 25-11 ATS off BB road games

CLEVELAND at CHICAGO, 8:05 PM ET
CLEVELAND: 11-3 Under on Friday nights
CHICAGO: 18-7 ATS off BB road losses

BOSTON at HOUSTON, 8:35 PM ET NBA
BOSTON: 6-15 ATS vs. non-conference
HOUSTON: 14-5 Under when the line is +3 to -3

GOLDEN STATE at SAN ANTONIO, 8:35 PM ET
GOLDEN STATE: 6-0 ATS after scoring 110+ points BB games
SAN ANTONIO: 6-1 Under after allowing 110+ points

UTAH at PHOENIX, 10:05 PM ET
UTAH: 10-3 ATS off BB wins by 15+ points
PHOENIX: 1-5 ATS off win by 30+ points

WASHINGTON at PORTLAND, 10:05 PM ET
WASHINGTON: 7-0 Under Away off 2 straight DD losses
PORTLAND: 9-2 Under at home vs. Washington

MILWAUKEE at SACRAMENTO, 10:05 PM ET
MILWAUKEE: 19-4 ATS after having won 2 of their last 3 games
SACRAMENTO: 3-14 ATS off division loss

MINNESOTA at LA LAKERS, 10:35 PM ET
MINNESOTA: 8-22 ATS if road underdog L2 games
LA LAKERS: 22-10 ATS off BB road wins

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

[Udog]

NHL
Short Sheet


Friday, 3/19/2010

MINNESOTA at COLUMBUS, 7:05 PM ET
MINNESOTA: 7-21 SU Away when the total is 5.5
COLUMBUS: 11-4 SU against Minnesota

SAN JOSE at CALGARY, 9:05 PM ET
SAN JOSE: 30-13 SU when playing on back-to-back days
CALGARY: 7-12 ATS on Friday nights

DETROIT at EDMONTON, 9:35 PM ET
DETROIT: 9-1 SU Away in March
EDMONTON: 13-38 SU as an underdog

NY ISLANDERS at ANAHEIM, 10:05 PM ET
NY ISLANDERS: N/A
ANAHEIM: N/A

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

[Udog]

NBA
Write-Up


Friday, March 19

Hot Teams
-- Oklahoma City won five of its last six games.
-- Bobcats won seven of their last eight games. Hawks won, covered three of last four games.
-- Cavaliers won last twelve games, covered eight of last eleven.
-- Knicks stink, but they covered three of last four games.
-- Rockets won their last four games (3-1 vs spread). Celtics won three of their last four games.
-- Spurs won four of their last five games. Warriors covered their last five games.
-- Suns won ten of their last thirteen games. Utah won six of last eight.
-- Trailblazers won seven of their last eight games.
-- Bucks won six of their last seven games.
-- Lakers won last four games, by 2-6-3-7 points.

Cold Teams
-- Pacers lost three of last four games, but covered six of last seven. Pistons lost four of their last five games.
-- Raptors lost nine of their last eleven games.
-- 76ers lost five of their last six games.
-- Bulls lost last nine games, covered last two.
-- Wizards lost last nine games (3-6 vs spread).
-- Sacramento lost five of its last seven games.
-- Minnesota lost 10 of last 11 games, covering one of last seven.

Playing Second of Back-to-Back Nights
-- None

Totals
-- Five of last six Detroit games went over the total. Five of Pacers' last six games stayed under.
-- Seven of last nine Thunder games went over the total.
-- Nine of last eleven Atlanta games went over the total. Under is 8-3 in last eleven Charlotte games.
-- Six of last eight New York games stayed under the total.
-- Seven of last eight Chicago home games went over the total.
-- Four of last five Boston games went over the total.
-- Four of last five Golden State games went over the total.
-- Six of last nine Phoenix games went over the total.
-- Six of last nine Portland games went over the total.
-- Six of last seven Milwaukee games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 12-5 in Lakers' last seventeen games.

[Udog]

NHL
Write-Up


Friday, March 19

Hot Teams
-- Blue Jackets won three of their last four games.
-- Flames won five of their last seven games.
-- Red Wings won seven of their last nine games.
-- Islanders won last three games by combined score of 13-4. Ducks won last two games, both by 4-2 scores.

Cold Teams
-- Minnesota lost six of its last eight games.
-- Sharks lost last four games, outscored by total of 18-8.
-- Oilers lost last five games, outscored 24-14.

Totals
-- Six of last eight Columbus games went over the total.
-- Last four Calgary games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last seven Detroit games went over the total.
-- Five of last seven Anaheim games went over the total.

Playing second of back-to-back nights
-- Minnesota is 0-5 when playing second consecutive night on the road.
-- Sharks are 4-1 when playing second consecutive night on road.

Series Records
-- Series records will resume when I get home from Las Vegas.

[Udog]

NBA


Friday March 19

All Remaining Matchups

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Trend Report
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7:30 PM
CHARLOTTE vs. ATLANTA
Charlotte is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Charlotte's last 5 games on the road
Atlanta is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games at home
Atlanta is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home

7:30 PM
PHILADELPHIA vs. NEW YORK
Philadelphia is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against New York
Philadelphia is 5-10 ATS in its last 15 games when playing on the road against New York
New York is 5-15 SU in its last 20 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of New York's last 8 games

8:00 PM
CLEVELAND vs. CHICAGO
Cleveland is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Chicago
Cleveland is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Chicago
Chicago is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games
Chicago is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games

8:30 PM
BOSTON vs. HOUSTON
Boston is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Boston's last 5 games
Houston is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Boston
Houston is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Boston

8:30 PM
GOLDEN STATE vs. SAN ANTONIO
Golden State is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
Golden State is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games
San Antonio is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Golden State
San Antonio is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Golden State

10:00 PM
MILWAUKEE vs. SACRAMENTO
Milwaukee is 11-2-1 ATS in its last 14 games
Milwaukee is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games
Sacramento is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Milwaukee
Sacramento is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Milwaukee

10:00 PM
UTAH vs. PHOENIX
Utah is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Phoenix
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Utah's last 5 games when playing on the road against Phoenix
Phoenix is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games at home
Phoenix is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games at home

10:00 PM
WASHINGTON vs. PORTLAND
Washington is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Portland
Washington is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Portland
Portland is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Portland's last 5 games

10:30 PM
MINNESOTA vs. LA LAKERS
Minnesota is 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 games when playing on the road against LA Lakers
Minnesota is 0-5 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against LA Lakers
LA Lakers are 1-4-1 ATS in their last 6 games at home
LA Lakers are 22-3 SU in their last 25 games at home


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[Udog]

NCAAB


Friday, March 19

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Siena Saints vs. Purdue Boilermakers [CBS | 2:30 PM ET]

Saints: Siena loves this time of the year, especially in the underdog role. The past 2 seasons Siena has upset a higher ranked team in the 1st round of the NCAA Tournament. Siena is a #13 seed this year, and a very dangerous one at that. The Saints are 27-6 SU and 16-14-1 ATS this season. The Saints went 17-1 SU in Metro Atlantic play this season in route to the conference championship. Siena is 9-6 SU and 9-5-1 ATS away from home this season, with only 1 game coming in neutral court settings. Siena is 1-3 ATS this season as the listed underdog. The Saints have the ability to score in waves, as they've scored at least 72 PTS in each of their past 5 games. 4 different Saints players average double figures in PTS for Siena, led by F Alex Franklin. Franklin averages 16.3 PPG while shooting 56.3% from the field. Franklin also grabs 8 RPG this season, and is one of 4 starters that has started every game this season. Only 1 opponent has scored more than 70 PTS against Siena in their past 15 games.

Siena is 4-1 ATS last 5 NCAA Tournament games as an underdog.
Under is 7-0 last 7 overall.

Key Injuries - G Clarence Jackson (ankle) is probable.

PROJECTED SCORE: 68 (Side of the Day)

Boilermakers (-4, O/U 130): Despite finishing the season at 27-5 SU and as Big 10 regular season champions, Purdue could only muster a #4 seed as they enter the NCAA Tournament. Purdue has lost 2 of their past 5 games SU, with their latest loss hurting much more than your typical defeat. The Boilermakers only scored 42 PTS against Minnesota in the Big 10 conference tournament. Needless to say, they were blown out by the Gophers, and much doubt has been cast over this Purdue squad. The loss of F Robbie Hummel to injury was brutal for this Purdue team, as he had started every game this season and was arguably their best player. In both SU losses of late, Purdue could only muster 42 and 44 PTS. The Boilermakers are 13-3 SU and 5-9-2 ATS away from home this season. Purdue is 4-8-2 ATS as a single digit favorite this season. Purdue has yet to win any of their past 7 games ATS heading into the NCAA Tournament. G E'Twaun Moore averages a team high 16.6 PPG this season, along with 3.7 RPG and 2.7 APG this season.

Purdue is 0-6-1 ATS last 7 games overall.
Under is 4-1 last 5 neutral site games as a favorite.

Key Injuries - G Lewis Jackson (foot) is probable.
G E'Twaun Moore (ankle) is probable.

PROJECTED SCORE: 66



Louisville Cardinals vs. California Golden Bears [CBS | 9:45 PM ET]

Cardinals: Predicting how Louisville will play is like putting together a jigsaw puzzle with the lights off. Louisville has beaten Syracuse twice this season SU, yet have lost by 19 PTS to St. Johns. If Coach Pitino tells you he doesn't know what truly to expect, how should anyone else know? Louisville enters the NCAA Tournament with a 20-12 SU record. The Cardinals finished Big East regular season play at 11-7 SU, good enough for 5th place. Unfortunately the Cardinals lost their opening game in the Big East tournament SU to Cincinnati. Louisville is 5-8 both SU and ATS away from home this season. The Cardinals are 4-3 ATS as the listed underdog this season. Louisville has been so inconsistent ATS this season, as they've yet to win more than back to back games this season. Defensively, Louisville allowed opponents to average 70 PPG this season. F Samardo Samuels has become a player on the national scene this year, as he averaged 15.3 PPG and 7 RPG this season. Both were team highs for one of 2 starters that started every game this season for Louisville.

Louisville is 1-5 ATS last 6 non conference games.
Over is 6-1 last 7 non conference games.

Key Injuries - G Jerry Smith (thumb) is questionable.

PROJECTED SCORE: 79 (OVER - Total of the Day)

Golden Bears (-1, O/U 149): Don't look now but the Pac-10 is starting to play pretty well at the most important time of the season. California has won 8 of their past 10 games SU entering the NCAA Tournament. Their latest SU loss came in the Pac 10 conference championship game, where they lost by 4 PTS to Washington. Cal had already won the regular season championship thanks to a 13-5 SU record. Overall, Cal is 23-10 SU and 19-13 ATS this season. The Golden Bears are 8-9 both SU and ATS this season. Cal had the unique distinction of having every single game away from home having the same exact outcome both SU and ATS this season. Cal was 9-3 ATS as a single digit favorite this season. The Golden Bears rely on 4 senior starters entering the NCAA Tournament, yet have just learned they will be without starting F Omondi Amoke. Amoke was sent home for a violation of team rules. Cal has scored more than 70 PTS in each of their past 4 games. 3 different Golden Bears average at least 14 PPG this season, led by G Jerome Randle. Randle averages a team high 18.7 PPG and a team high 4.5 APG this season for California.

California is 6-1 ATS last 7 games overall.
Over is 19-7 last 26 neutral site games.

Key Injuries - F Omondi Amoke (suspension) is out.

PROJECTED SCORE: 77


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[Udog]

Len's Top 5

TGIF everyone, here's my Top 5 for March 19, 2010 from Len Berman.

1. Quick Hits

16 games down, 16 to go today in the NCAA basketball tournament.
So how many of you had 14th seeded Ohio, 13th seeded Murray State, and 11th seeded Old Dominion and Washington all winning? Nobody, that's who.
With Georgetown, Marquette and Notre Dame losing and Villanova barely surviving Robert Morris, just call them the Big Least.
82-year old Dodgers broadcasting legend Vin Scully was hospitalized after falling at home. He's expected to be in the booth Sunday for an exhibition game.

2. Well Intentioned

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan thinks a college should have a 40% graduation rate of its basketball players to be eligible for the NCAA tournament. Sounds good in theory. But isn't it easier to graduate from East Cupcake than Duke? And college sports being what they are, won't that foster even more shenanigans with athletes grades? Just askin'.

3. A Leadership Vacuum

When Seton Hall coach Bobby Gonzalez got fired, and Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington fessed up to cocaine, I wondered about the lack of leaders out there. Have we forgotten Louisville coach Rick Pitino who kept his job despite a seamy sex scandal? How come some leaders keep their jobs, while if players did the same thing, they'd get fired? At Len Berman's Top 5 on Facebook, some good guys in sports were mentioned: Derek Jeter, David Wright, Tony Dungy among others. Wendy D. wrote, "Setting a good example just isn't on the list of job requirements obviously."
For the most part, not if your team has a winning record.

4. Friday eMailbag

From M.T. "A symptom of hyperthyroidism is bulging eyes, isn’t it? Starting at shortstop for the Amazin’s this year: Marty Feldman."
Editor's Note: Or the runaway bride.

When we played anagrams the other day, and I mentioned that Tiger Woods is Worst Dogie, I knew you guys would come through.
B.B. Tiger Woods: It Does Grow.
R.B. Tiger Woods; Word Its Ego. Manny Ramirez: Remain Zany Mr.
And from M.P. "The best Yankee anagram of them all." Paul O'Neill: I Lou Piniella

As for the dead guy in Britain who left all his betting slips to charity and they've been paying off, G.M. writes, "Cool if he wins, but if he loses it gives new meaning to 'getting stiffed' "
Editor's Note: You just can't beat good corpse humor.

5. You Can Observe A Lot By Watching

Did you hear about the dog show that got interrupted by a streaker? It happened this week in Birmingham England. The guy bolted out of the stands wearing nothing but shoes and socks plus a little cat mask which was strategically placed. And in case you're wondering, the dog judged to be best in show, was named Yogi.
Have a nice weekend everyone!

Happy Birthday: Former Vikings and Patriots quarterback Joe Kapp. 72.
Bonus Birthday: Actor Bruce Willis. 55.

Today in Sports: What retirement? Michael Jordan returns after a two year absence scoring 19 as the Bulls lose to the Pacers in overtime. 1995.
Bonus Event: I guess you could say this was kinda important to the history of Las Vegas, Nevada legalizes gambling. 1931.

[Udog]

NCAAB
Long Sheet


Saturday, March 20

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ST MARYS-CA (26 - 5) vs. VILLANOVA (24 - 7) - 3/20/2010, 1:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
VILLANOVA is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games when playing with one or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.
VILLANOVA is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
VILLANOVA is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
ST MARYS-CA is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in all games this season.
ST MARYS-CA is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
ST MARYS-CA is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
ST MARYS-CA is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) in non-conference games this season.
ST MARYS-CA is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in road games after scoring 80 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
ST MARYS-CA is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in all tournament games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
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OHIO U (21 - 14) vs. TENNESSEE (25 - 8) - 3/20/2010, 3:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO U is 197-158 ATS (+23.2 Units) in all games since 1997.
OHIO U is 197-158 ATS (+23.2 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
OHIO U is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 this season.
OHIO U is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in March games this season.
OHIO U is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) after scoring 80 points or more this season.
TENNESSEE is 22-42 ATS (-24.2 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 15-29 ATS (-16.9 Units) when playing with one or less days rest since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 22-42 ATS (-24.2 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.
TENNESSEE is 16-38 ATS (-25.8 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
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OLD DOMINION (26 - 8) vs. BAYLOR (25 - 7) - 3/20/2010, 5:45 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OLD DOMINION is 12-25 ATS (-15.5 Units) on Saturday games over the last 3 seasons.
OLD DOMINION is 56-81 ATS (-33.1 Units) after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.
OLD DOMINION is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
BAYLOR is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
BAYLOR is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
BAYLOR is 28-16 ATS (+10.4 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
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WAKE FOREST (19 - 10) vs. KENTUCKY (32 - 2) - 3/20/2010, 8:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WAKE FOREST is 16-37 ATS (-24.7 Units) in all neutral court games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 16-37 ATS (-24.7 Units) when playing on a neutral court since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 18-37 ATS (-22.7 Units) in all tournament games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in a NCAA tournament games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 69-101 ATS (-42.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 38-66 ATS (-34.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
WAKE FOREST is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
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BYU (29 - 5) vs. KANSAS ST (26 - 7) - 3/20/2010, 5:40 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BYU is 49-76 ATS (-34.6 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
BYU is 47-80 ATS (-41.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
KANSAS ST is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all games this season.
KANSAS ST is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all lined games this season.
KANSAS ST is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) as a favorite this season.
KANSAS ST is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) in non-conference games this season.
KANSAS ST is 11-4 ATS (+6.6 Units) after scoring 80 points or more this season.
KANSAS ST is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
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N IOWA (28 - 4) vs. KANSAS (32 - 2) - 3/20/2010, 5:40 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) when playing with one or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.
KANSAS is 31-19 ATS (+10.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
KANSAS is 23-10 ATS (+12.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
N IOWA is 22-10 ATS (+11.0 Units) in all games this season.
N IOWA is 22-10 ATS (+11.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
N IOWA is 16-5 ATS (+10.5 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
N IOWA is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
N IOWA is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games over the last 2 seasons.
N IOWA is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
N IOWA is 18-6 ATS (+11.4 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
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MURRAY ST (30 - 4) vs. BUTLER (28 - 4) - 3/20/2010, 3:20 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MURRAY ST is 20-37 ATS (-20.7 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1997.
MURRAY ST is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
MURRAY ST is 12-29 ATS (-19.9 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.
BUTLER is 87-56 ATS (+25.4 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
BUTLER is 117-85 ATS (+23.5 Units) after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
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WASHINGTON (24 - 9) vs. NEW MEXICO (29 - 4) - 3/20/2010, 5:50 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW MEXICO is 58-37 ATS (+17.3 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 58-37 ATS (+17.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 29-14 ATS (+13.6 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 24-11 ATS (+11.9 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 33-20 ATS (+11.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.
NEW MEXICO is 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game after 15+ games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
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N CAROLINA (17 - 16) at MISSISSIPPI ST (24 - 11) - 3/20/2010, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N CAROLINA is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) in all games this season.
N CAROLINA is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
N CAROLINA is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) as an underdog this season.
N CAROLINA is 4-11 ATS (-8.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record after 15 or more games this season.
MISSISSIPPI ST is 91-64 ATS (+20.6 Units) on Saturday games since 1997.
MISSISSIPPI ST is 30-18 ATS (+10.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 32-17 ATS (+13.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 72-50 ATS (+17.0 Units) in road games after scoring 80 points or more since 1997.
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
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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NC STATE (20 - 15) at UAB (24 - 8) - 3/20/2010, 5:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NC STATE is 33-22 ATS (+8.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 33-22 ATS (+8.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 23-11 ATS (+10.9 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in road games after allowing 60 points or less this season.
NC STATE is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) after scoring 60 points or less this season.
NC STATE is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in all tournament games this season.
NC STATE is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.
UAB is 4-14 ATS (-11.4 Units) in all tournament games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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JACKSONVILLE (20 - 12) at TEXAS TECH (18 - 15) - 3/20/2010, 3:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
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[Udog]

NCAAB
Short Sheet - Partial


Saturday, 3/20/2010

NIT - Second Round

N CAROLINA at MISSISSIPPI ST, 12:00 PM ET
N CAROLINA: 2-9 ATS as underdog
MISSISSIPPI ST: 91-64 ATS on Saturday

NC STATE at UAB, 5:00 PM ET
NC STATE: 6-0 ATS in tournament games
UAB: 0-6 ATS at home after leading last game by 15+ at half

JACKSONVILLE at TEXAS TECH, 3:00 PM ET
JACKSONVILLE: 3-0 ATS as an underdog
TEXAS TECH: 6-0 Over when the total is 140 to 149.5

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

[Udog]

NCAAB
Write-Up


Saturday, March 20

NIT and those other tournaments
Memphis might have more fans than Ole Miss in regional rivalry game in Oxford; Tigers made 10-13 from arc in first half of narrow home win vs St John's Wednesday- they're 9-2 in last 11 games, but lost at home by 7 to SEC's Tennessee, its only game vs SEC foe. Ole Miss won five of last six games; they're 2-0 vs C-USA teams (UTEP by 10, UCF by 28). Ole Miss scored 84 points with only five turnovers in its win Wednesday.

Saturday's NCAA games
Villanova got bailed out by refs in first round; they're 3-5 in last eight games, playing St Mary's team that beat Portland/Gonzaga/Richmond in last three games, by 14-19-9 points. Gaels will hurt Villanova inside; vs Richmond, they had 18 offensive boards, outrebounding Spiders 39-16. #2 seeds are 11-17 vs spread in this round the last seven years.

Ohio U ran Georgetown off floor Thursday, shooting 58% from floor, 13 of 23 from arc, but since 1991, #14 seeds are 2-7 vs spread in second round games, with last cover in '97. Favorites are 12-4 vs spread in this bracket the last four years. Tennessee is 6-1 in last seven games, just 3-7 vs spread in last 10 games as favorite. Ohio covered 11 of last 12 games.

Old Dominion is terrific on offensive boards; they get highest %age of their points on 2-point shots of any team in US, so a different challenge for Baylor, which is much better on defense now (held Sam Houston to 5-31 from arc in first round). Since 2003, #11 seeds are 1-6 vs spread in this round. Bears will need more from Tweety Carter (2 pts Thursday).

Kentucky made 15-33 from arc Thursday in very easy win; #1 seeds are 11-8-1 vs spread in this round last five years, but just 4-7-1 since '04 if they're single digit favorite. Wildcats beat UNC by hoop in only game vs ACC foe this season. Wake Forest lost five of last seven games; they're 6-3 vs spread as dog this season, survived 20 turnovers in win vs Texas.

BYU won eight of last 10 games; they forced 21 turnovers in double OT win Thursday; #2 seeds are 6-14 vs spread in this round last five years. Kansas State blocked 10 shots in first round win, but BYU makes 41.6% from arc, 3rd-best %age in country, so they're harder to guard than No. Texas. Big 12 faves are 46-31 vs spread in non-league games this season.

Kansas struggled for half with Lehigh, also struggled with Cornell, a team that plays similar style to Northern Iowa; will Jayhawks (ranked 31st in offensive rebounding) outrebound Panthers (#7 on defensive baords)? #1 seeds are 9-4 vs spread as double-digit favorite in this round since '03. UNI won by 3 at Iowa State, their only game vs Big 12 foe this season.

Butler hasn't lost since Dec 22, winning 21 in row; they outscored good UTEP squad 50-26 in second half Thursday, making 13-31 from the arc. Over last six years, 4-5 seeds are 4-4 vs spread when facing 12-13 seed that posted upset in first round (9-12 vs spread since '97). Murray State made just 9-17 from foul line vs Vandy, but made 7-15 behind the arc.

Washington won its last eight games, all away from home; they're much better than usual 11-seed, but 11-seeds are just 1-6 vs spread in second round games since '03. New Mexico star Hobson hurt his left (shooting) wrist Thursday, don't think he will be 100% here. Lobos held Montana star Johnson to 1-12 from floor, but Huskies are more diverse with ball. This is first time ever an 11-seed is favored to beat a 3-seed.