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Sunday, November 25

Game Score Status Pick Amount

Marist - 11:30 AM ET Marist +11 500
Clemson - Over 124.5 500

Louisiana-Lafayette - 12:00 PM ET Louisiana-Lafayette +23.5 500
Michigan St -

St. Peter's - 1:00 PM ET Seton Hall -15 500
Seton Hall -

Villanova - 1:00 PM ET La Salle -2.5 500
La Salle - Over 142.5 500

Xavier - 1:30 PM ET Drake +3 500
Drake - Under 135 500

Delaware - 2:00 PM ET Delaware +11 500
Temple -

Rutgers - 2:00 PM ET Rutgers -5.5 500
NC-Greensboro -

Portland St. - 2:00 PM ET Oklahoma St. -21 500
Oklahoma St. -

Vanderbilt - 2:00 PM ET Texas-El Paso -4.5 500
Texas-El Paso -

Long Beach St. - 4:00 PM ET Fresno St. -7 500
Fresno St. -

Gardner-Webb - 4:00 PM ET Gardner-Webb +17.5 500
Illinois - Over 131 500

West Virginia - 4:30 PM ET West Virginia -2 500
Oklahoma - Over 135 500

Rhode Island - 5:00 PM ET Rhode Island +9 500
Auburn -

Montana St. - 6:00 PM ET Oregon St. -20 500
Oregon St. -

Ball St. - 6:00 PM ET Ball St. +28 500
Indiana - Over 137.5 500

St. Mary's - 6:30 PM ET St. Mary's -4 500
Georgia Tech - Over 124 500

Davidson - 7:00 PM ET Gonzaga -8 500
Gonzaga - Over 142.5 500

Portland - 8:00 PM ET New Mexico -18.5 500
New Mexico -

Air Force - 8:00 PM ET Air Force +11 500
Colorado -

Pacific - 9:00 PM ET California -5.5 500
California - Over 131 500

San Diego St. - 10:00 PM ET San Diego St. -2.5 500
Southern California - Under 120.5 500

Cal Poly SLO - 10:00 PM ET Cal Poly SLO +19.5 500
UCLA -

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Monday, November 26

Game Score Status Pick Amount

Oakland - 7:00 PM ET Oakland +12.5 500
Tennessee -

East Carolina - 7:00 PM ET East Carolina +3 500
Georgia St

Chicago St. - 7:00 PM ET Notre Dame -33 500
Notre Dame - Under 136 500

Towson - 7:30 PM ET Towson +13.5 500
Loyola-Maryland -

Northern Colorado - 9:00 PM ET Colorado St. -15 500
Colorado St. -

San Jose St. - 9:00 PM ET Kansas -27.5 500
Kansas - Over 137.5 500

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NCAAB
Dunkel

San Jose State at Kansas
The Spartans are coming off a 94-54 win over UC-Santa Cruz and look to build on their 10-4 ATS record in their last 14 games following a SU victory. San Jose State is the pick (+28) according to Dunkel, which has the Jayhawks favored by only 22 1/2. Dunkel Pick: San Jose State (+28). Here are all of today's games.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Game 715-716: East Carolina at Georgia State (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: East Carolina 55.584; Georgia State 61.227
Dunkel Line: Georgia State by 5 1/2
Vegas Line: Georgia State by 3
Dunkel Pick: Georgia State (-3)

Game 717-718: San Jose State at Kansas (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Jose State 46.647; Kansas 78.950
Dunkel Line: Kansas by 22 1/2; 142
Vegas Line: Kansas by 28; 136
Dunkel Pick: San Jose State (+28); Over

Game 719-720: Towson at Loyola-MD (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Towson 42.698; Loyola-MD 60.315
Dunkel Line: Loyola-MD by 17 1/2
Vegas Line: Loyola-MD by 13
Dunkel Pick: Loyola-MD (-13)

Game 721-722: Oakland at Tennessee (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Oakland 52.905; Tennessee 61.833
Dunkel Line: Tennessee by 9
Vegas Line: Tennessee by 12 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Oakland (+12 1/2)

Game 723-724: Northern Colorado at Colorado State (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Northern Colorado 46.999; Colorado State 70.577
Dunkel Line: Colorado State by 23 1/2
Vegas Line: Colorado State by 15
Dunkel Pick: Colorado State (-15)

Game 731-732: Chicago State at Notre Dame (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Chicago State 36.824; Notre Dame 66.759
Dunkel Line: Notre Dame by 30; 139
Vegas Line: Notre Dame by 32 1/2; 135
Dunkel Pick: Chicago State (+32 1/2); Over




NCAAB
Long Sheet

Monday, November 26

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E CAROLINA (4 - 0) at GEORGIA ST (3 - 2) - 11/26/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
E CAROLINA is 148-192 ATS (-63.2 Units) in all games since 1997.
E CAROLINA is 148-192 ATS (-63.2 Units) in all lined games since 1997.

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

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SAN JOSE ST (2 - 2) at KANSAS (4 - 1) - 11/26/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN JOSE ST is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) after scoring 80 points or more 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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TOWSON ST (3 - 2) at LOYOLA-MD (5 - 1) - 11/26/2012, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TOWSON ST is 19-6 ATS (+12.4 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
LOYOLA-MD is 47-76 ATS (-36.6 Units) in all home games since 1997.
LOYOLA-MD is 47-76 ATS (-36.6 Units) in home lined games since 1997.

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

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OAKLAND (2 - 4) at TENNESSEE (3 - 1) - 11/26/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TENNESSEE is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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N COLORADO (1 - 2) at COLORADO ST (4 - 0) - 11/26/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO ST is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
N COLORADO is 12-1 ATS (+10.9 Units) as a road underdog of 12.5 or more points since 1997.

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

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CHICAGO ST (1 - 5) at NOTRE DAME (5 - 1) - 11/26/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NOTRE DAME is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
NOTRE DAME is 13-27 ATS (-16.7 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
NOTRE DAME is 1-0 straight up against CHICAGO ST over the last 3 seasons

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NCAAB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Monday, November 26

-- East Carolina started season 4-0 vs stiffs; #224 NC-Greensboro is top team they've beaten- they move up in class for first road game, visiting Georgia State team that opened with losses at Duke/BYU, but then won next three games, last two by a hoop each. CAA single digit favorites are 3-7 vs spread. C-USA single digit underdogs are 5-7.
-- San Jose State is 2-2 vs four stiffs, with only D-I win over Weber St in OT; Spartans lost by 45 at Cal LY in biggest non-WAC game. WAC road underdogs are 6-8 vs spread, 3-1 if getting double digits. Kansas is 4-1, with best win over Saint Louis by 14- their upcoming schedule ain't too tough. Big X home favorites are 6-6 against the spread.
-- Towson started season 3-2 after going 1-31 LY; Tigers lost by 17 at Charleston, in only game vs team ranked above #260. Towson lost by 17 to Loyola in Bracket Buster game two years ago; CAA road underdogs are 12-14 vs spread, 3-6 if getting 12+ points. MAAC non-conference favorites are 6-2-1 against spread.
-- Oakland beat Tennessee last two years, by 7-8 points, but they're 1-4 vs D-I teams this year, playing #12 schedule in whole country, losing in OT at Pitt, by 18 at Michigan State. Summit road underdogs are 11-9 vs spread, 3-8 if getting double digits. SEC home favorites are 10-7 against spread, 4-3 if laying double digits.
-- Colorado State beat Washington by 18 in Seattle after winning by 7 at Denver; Rams are rebounding 48% of their own misses. State won last two games vs Northern Colorado, by 14 points each. Bears lost by 11 at Cal Poly, 9 vs Wyoming in only D-I games this month. Mountain West home favorites are 4-11 vs spread, 4-5 if laying double digits. Big Sky road underdogs are 14-15 vs spread, 7-7 if getting double digits.

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Tuesday, November 27

Game Score Status Pick Amount

Vermont - 7:00 PM ET Vermont +6.5 500
Harvard - Over 119 500

Detroit - 7:00 PM ET Bowling Green +4.5 500
Bowling Green -

Iowa - 7:15 PM ET Iowa +1.5 500
Virginia Tech - Under 141.5 500

Minnesota - 7:15 PM ET Minnesota +3 500
Florida St. - Over 138.5 500

N.C. State - 7:30 PM ET Michigan -5.5 500
Michigan - Over 134.5 500

UAB - 8:00 PM ET Troy +5.5 500
Troy -

Illinois-Chicago - 8:00 PM ET Illinois-Chicago -6 500
Northern Illinois -

Denver - 8:00 PM ET Southern Miss -4.5 500
Southern Miss -

Fairfield - 9:00 PM ET Fairfield +6.5 500
DePaul - Over 153 500

Maryland - 9:15 PM ET Northwestern -5 500
Northwestern - Over 130 500

Nebraska - 9:15 PM ET Nebraska +5 500
Wake Forest - Under 127.5 500

North Carolina - 9:30 PM ET North Carolina +10 500
Indiana - Over 153 500

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NCAAB
Dunkel

North Carolina at Indiana
The Tar Heels look to take advantage of an Indiana team that is coming off a 101-53 win over Ball State and is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games after scoring 100 points or more in the previous game. North Carolina is the pick (+9 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the Hoosiers favored by only 7 1/2. Dunkel Pick: North Carolina (+9 1/2). Here are all of today's games.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Game 511-512: Detroit at Bowling Green (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 59.599; Bowling Green 54.865
Dunkel Line: Detroit by 4 1/2;
Vegas Line: Detroit by 3 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Detroit (-3 1/2)

Game 513-514: Minnesota at Florida State (7:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota 69.529; Florida State 71.133
Dunkel Line: Florida State by 1 1/2; 142
Vegas Line: Florida State by 3; 138
Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (+3); Over

Game 515-516: Iowa at Virginia Tech (7:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Iowa 63.056; Virginia Tech 65.107
Dunkel Line: Virginia Tech by 2
Vegas Line: Virginia Tech by 3
Dunkel Pick: Iowa (+3)

Game 517-518: NC State at Michigan (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: NC State 66.550; Michigan 75.623
Dunkel Line: Michigan by 9; 131
Vegas Line: Michigan by 6; 135 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Michigan (-6); Under

Game 519-520: Illinois-Chicago at Northern Illinois (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Illinois-Chicago 55.898; Northern Illinois 44.336
Dunkel Line: Illinois-Chicago by 11 1/2
Vegas Line: Illinois-Chicago by 6
Dunkel Pick: Illinois-Chicago (-6)

Game 521-522: UAB at Troy (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: UAB 54.551; Troy 51.717
Dunkel Line: UAB by 3
Vegas Line: UAB by 4 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Troy (+4 1/2)

Game 523-524: Denver at Southern Mississippi (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Denver 57.722; Southern Mississippi 64.552
Dunkel Line: Southern Mississippi by 7
Vegas Line: Southern Mississippi by 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Southern Mississippi (-5 1/2)

Game 525-526: Nebraska at Wake Forest (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Nebraska 52.711; Wake Forest 57.029
Dunkel Line: Wake Forest by 4 1/2; 133
Vegas Line: Wake Forest by 6; 130
Dunkel Pick: Nebraska (+6); Over

Game 527-528: Maryland at Northwestern (9:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Maryland 62.784; Northwestern 68.199
Dunkel Line: Northwestern by 5 1/2; 125
Vegas Line: Northwestern by 4; 129 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Northwestern (-4); Under

Game 529-530: North Carolina at Indiana (9:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: North Carolina 73.541; Indiana 81.175
Dunkel Line: Indiana by 7 1/2; 160
Vegas Line: Indiana by 9 1/2; 156
Dunkel Pick: North Carolina (+9 1/2); Over

Game 531-532: Fairfield at DePaul (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Fairfield 53.857; DePaul 59.397
Dunkel Line: DePaul by 5 1/2
Vegas Line: DePaul by 7
Dunkel Pick: Fairfield (+7)

Game 541-542: Vermont at Harvard (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Vermont 57.299; Harvard 65.482
Dunkel Line: Harvard by 8
Vegas Line: Harvard by 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Harvard (-5 1/2)

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NCAAB
Long Sheet

Tuesday, November 27

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DETROIT (2 - 2) at BOWLING GREEN (2 - 3) - 11/27/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 13-23 ATS (-12.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 13-23 ATS (-12.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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MINNESOTA (6 - 1) at FLORIDA ST (4 - 1) - 11/27/2012, 7:15 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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IOWA (5 - 1) at VIRGINIA TECH (5 - 0) - 11/27/2012, 7:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IOWA is 12-31 ATS (-22.1 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest since 1997.
IOWA is 69-99 ATS (-39.9 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
VIRGINIA TECH is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
VIRGINIA TECH is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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NC STATE (4 - 1) at MICHIGAN (5 - 0) - 11/27/2012, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MICHIGAN is 43-22 ATS (+18.8 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 43-22 ATS (+18.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all home games over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in home lined games over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 36-18 ATS (+16.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
MICHIGAN is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 77+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.
NC STATE is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) after allowing 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
NC STATE is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 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.

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

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IL-CHICAGO (4 - 1) at N ILLINOIS (1 - 3) - 11/27/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IL-CHICAGO is 97-70 ATS (+20.0 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 94-64 ATS (+23.6 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 95-60 ATS (+29.0 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.

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

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UAB (3 - 3) at TROY (4 - 2) - 11/27/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UAB is 0-9 ATS (-9.9 Units) in November games over the last 2 seasons.
UAB is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
UAB is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
UAB is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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DENVER (1 - 3) at SOUTHERN MISS (5 - 0) - 11/27/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
DENVER is 65-91 ATS (-35.1 Units) in road games since 1997.
DENVER is 65-91 ATS (-35.1 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
SOUTHERN MISS is 35-19 ATS (+14.1 Units) in home games after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.
SOUTHERN MISS is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) when playing with 5 or 6 days rest over the last 3 seasons.

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

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NEBRASKA (4 - 1) at WAKE FOREST (3 - 2) - 11/27/2012, 9:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEBRASKA is 65-96 ATS (-40.6 Units) in road games since 1997.
NEBRASKA is 65-96 ATS (-40.6 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 23-39 ATS (-19.9 Units) when the total is 130 to 139.5 since 1997.
WAKE FOREST is 147-185 ATS (-56.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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MARYLAND (4 - 1) at NORTHWESTERN (6 - 0) - 11/27/2012, 9:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MARYLAND is 27-44 ATS (-21.4 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.
NORTHWESTERN is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in November 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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N CAROLINA (5 - 1) at INDIANA (6 - 0) - 11/27/2012, 9:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANA is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 14-3 ATS (+10.7 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in November games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
N CAROLINA is 128-97 ATS (+21.3 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
N CAROLINA is 128-96 ATS (+22.4 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.

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

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FAIRFIELD (3 - 3) at DEPAUL (2 - 3) - 11/27/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FAIRFIELD is 1-10 ATS (-10.0 Units) in November games over the last 3 seasons.
FAIRFIELD is 40-61 ATS (-27.1 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
FAIRFIELD is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) in road games after failing to cover the spread in 3 or more consecutive games since 1997.

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

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VERMONT (3 - 1) at HARVARD (2 - 2) - 11/27/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
HARVARD is 1-0 straight up against VERMONT over the last 3 seasons

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NCAAB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Tuesday, November 27

-- Home teams won last four Detroit-Bowling Green games; Titans lost last two visits here, by 20-6 points. Detroit is 1-2, losing at St John's by 3, Miami by 15, both ranked in top 90. #208 BG is 0-3 vs D-I teams, but all three games were away from home. MAC single digit underdogs are 2-8 vs spread. Horizon road favorites are 4-8.
-- 6-1 Minnesota spent weekend in Bahamas, losing by 18 to Duke, but beating Memphis/Stanford to finish trip well; physical Gophers are #3 offensive rebounding team in country (get 47.3% of misses). Florida St. is 4-1, beating BYU/St Joe's on neutral floors after South Alabama upset them at home. Big Dozen teams are 8-5 if spread is less than 5 points.
-- Virginia Tech made 42.7% from arc in 5-0 start, but none of its victims are ranked higher than #217; Hokies are scoring 85.4 ppg. #58 Iowa split pair of games in Cancun last week, losing to Wichita State by 12. ACC home favorites are 11-5 vs spread. Big Dozen road underdogs are 3-6. Toughest test yet for Tech, which is playing faster with new coach.
-- 4-1 NC State has high expectations, but lost to Oklahoma State by 20 on neutral floor; best team they've beaten is #80 UMass. Michigan won its first five games, beating pair of top 20 teams on neutral floor, Pitt by 5, Kansas State by 14. Big Dozen home favorites are 12-5 vs spread. ACC road underdogs are 7-4 vs spread.

-- Ill-Chicago is 4-1 this year, after going 23-68 last three years; Flames' only loss is by 7 to good New Mexico team- they beat Iona, Mercer on neutral floor. Northern Illinois has 7 freshmen, 2 sophs, a junior, which explains 0-3 record vs D-I teams, losing by 13-23-7 points. Home team won last three series games; Flames lost last visit here by a hoop.
-- Troy is 4-2 with win over Miss State, but are 0-2 vs teams in top 200, losing by 18-23 points. UAB is 2-3 vs D-I teams, 0-3 vs teams in top 300, losing by 17-12-3 points; Blazers beat Troy last four years, with wins by 12-21-18-5 points. C-USA road favorites are 4-6 vs the spread. Sun Belt underdogs are 10-15 vs spread, 3-0 at home.
-- Southern Mississippi is 5-0, with pair of OT wins (WKU/Georgia), and win over good Cal-Irvine team; they lost 59-52 at Denver last year. Pioneers are 1-3, losing by 7-11-7 points to teams that are all in top 103- they lost by 7 at Iona in only road game. C-USA home favorites are 3-5 vs spread. Sun Belt road underdogs are 7-15.

-- Well-coached Wake Forest is 3-2 vs mediocre schedule; they're #3 in country at getting to foul line, but #265 at making foul shots, which is a problem- seven of their top nine guys are frosh/sophs. Nebraska is 4-1, but all five games were at home, and schedule is ranked #322; they've allowed 55.5 ppg in wins, 74 in the only loss.
-- Maryland lost by 3 to Kentucky on neutral court; they're #1 team in country on offensive boards. Terps beat four stiffs after opening loss. Northwestern is 6-0 after beating good Illinois State team in OT in finals of South Padre tournament Saturday; Wildcats had beaten five stiffs before that quality win. ACC teams are 9-6 if spread is 5 or less points.
-- North Carolina was on Maui last week, losing to Butler by 11 in semis of Maui Classic; they're not getting to line much, and making 57.7% once they get there, not good. Indiana is 6-0, beating Georgia/Georgetown on neutral court for best wins- they beat Dawgs by by 13, Hoyas by 10 in OT. Hoosiers are making 59% of shots inside arc, 41% outside it.
-- Fairfield is 3-0 on neutral floors, 0-3 on road, losing at Virginia by 9, Providence by 19; Stags' three losses are to teams ranked in top 80- best team they've beaten is #186. DePaul lost couple games in Cancun last week and also lost at home to Gardner-Webb. Big East single digit home favorites are 13-7. MAAC single digit road underdogs are 2-9.

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NCAAB

Tuesday, November 27

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North Carolina at Indiana: What bettors need to know
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North Carolina Tar Heels at Indiana Hoosiers (-9.5)

Two of the nation’s premier programs will meet Tuesday night when top-ranked Indiana hosts No. 13 North Carolina in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. The Hoosiers feature a deep, talented roster that includes five players averaging double figures in scoring and three who led the team in scoring in each of the last three seasons. Cody Zeller, a 7-foot sophomore forward, leads Indiana in scoring (15.2) after averaging a team-high 15.6 last season. The Tar Heels have three players averaging in double figures and they've already been stung by a team from Indiana, losing to Butler at last week’s Maui Invitational.

TV: 9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN.

ABOUT NORTH CAROLINA (5-1): James Michael McAdoo has seen his minutes nearly double from last season and his scoring average nearly triple from 6.1 to 16.8 points, but his turnovers are also skyrocketing. The sophomore forward didn’t have more than three turnovers in any game last season, but he’s already had four or more in four of six games this season, including seven in the loss to Butler. The Tar Heels are also experiencing some growing pains with freshman point guard Marcus Paige, who has 20 assists and 19 turnovers while shooting 37.5 percent from the floor this season.

ABOUT INDIANA (6-0): With the emergence of Zeller the last two seasons, senior forward Christian Watford has seen his shot attempts gradually decline. Watford averaged a team-high 16 points two seasons back but fell to 12.6 last season and 13.2 so far this year. Watford, who's best remembered for hitting a buzzer-beating 3-pointer last season to knock off No. 1 Kentucky, is averaging 8.7 field-goal attempts, which would be a career low. He’s making his presence known in other areas, particularly rebounding, where he’s averaging a team-high eight a game.

TRENDS:

* Over is 4-1 in Hoosiers’ last five overall.
* Tar Heels are 4-1 ATS in their last five games overall.
* Hoosiers are 5-1 ATS in their last six games overall.
* Under is 4-0 in Tar Heels’ last four vs. Big Ten foes.

TIP-INS:

1. Zeller’s older brother, Tyler, starred at North Carolina the previous four seasons and now plays in the NBA for the Cavaliers. His other brother, Luke, plays for the Phoenix Suns.

2. Indiana senior guard Jordan Hulls is eight 3-pointers away from moving into No. 2 all time on the Indiana career list.

3. Indiana will be without freshmen Hanner Mosquera-Perea and Peter Jurkin. Both were suspended for the first nine games for accepting benefits from a former AAU coach. The players lost an appeal last week that would have shortened the suspension to five games and made them available against the Tar Heels.

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NCAAB
Top 25 Short Sheet

Tuesday, November 27

NC State at Michigan, 7:30 ET ESPN
NC State: 12-26 ATS after playing 3 consecutive games as favorite
Michigan: 20-9 ATS in home lined games

North Carolina at Indiana, 9:30 ET ESPN
North Carolina: 13-4 Under in road games after 2 consecutive non-conf games
Indiana: 9-0 ATS as a home favorite of 10 or more points

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Top 5 Teams Collide Wednesday When Duke Hosts Ohio St.

Ohio State Buckeyes at Duke Blue Devils
College Basketball Betting Preview
Date: 11/28/2012 at 9:30 p.m. (ET)
Opening Lines: Duke -6½, O/U 144
Television: ESPN

Ohio State Buckeyes: A huge midweek clash on the college hoops schedule finds the No. 4 Buckeyes (4-0 straight-up, 2-1 against the spread) in Durham to battle No. 2 Duke. Ohio State won the recent Hall of Fame Tip-Off tourney by taking out Rhode Island and Washington, and followed that up with a 91-45 cakewalk past Missouri-KC last Friday as 28-point chalk. Deshaun Thomas leads the squad with 24 points per game, 6th-most in the country, and he also paces OSU on the glass with 7.3 rebounds per contest. The Buckeyes are ranked ninth in the country, connecting on over 52 percent from the field, and also lead the nation in 3-point shooting (47.8 percent). They have won their last four matchups in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge and were ranked No. 2 last year when they beat then-No. 4 Duke in Columbus, 85-63.

Duke Blue Devils: This will be just the third home game for the Blue Devils (6-0 SU, 4-2 ATS), who have played one of the toughest schedules in the country so far. Duke won and covered all three of its contests in the Battle 4 Atlantis last week in the Bahamas to claim that title, hanging a 76-71 score on then-No. 2 Louisville in the championship tilt. That victory followed wins over Minnesota and VCU, and the Blue Devils also have a win and cover against Kentucky earlier this campaign. Only nine players have seen action so far for Duke, but five of them are scoring in double figures, led by Mason Plumlee's 19.7 points per game. The Blue Devils are among the nation's leaders in free-throw shooting (79.1 percent, 9th) and are averaging nearly 20 points per game from the charity stripe. Duke is 11-2 overall in this series between the conferences and a perfect 4-0 at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

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No. 2 Duke hosts No. 4 Ohio State on Wednesday

OHIO STATE BUCKEYES (4-0)

at DUKE BLUE DEVILS (6-0)


Tip-off: Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. ET
Line: Duke -6.5, Total: 142

Two of the nation’s top-four teams highlight the ACC/Big Ten Challenge when No. 4 Ohio State visits No. 2 Duke on Wednesday night.

When these teams met a year ago, the Buckeyes blasted the Blue Devils in Columbus, opening up a big lead before cruising to a 22-point victory. OSU was a 7.5-point favorite in that game, but the Blue Devils are clearly the favorite this year not only because of the home-court advantage, but because they return more key players from a year ago. The Buckeyes have cruised to four relatively easy SU wins (2-1 ATS) in the early season, while Duke is coming off an impressive title run at the Battle 4 Atlantis, beating a very good Louisville team (albeit without star big man Gorgui Dieng) on a neutral court for the title. They also have a neutral court win over Kentucky.

Who will win this battle of titans? For the answer, connect to College Basketball Best Bets for all the Expert picks throughout the entire 2012-13 season. For the answer, connect to College Basketball Best Bets for all the Expert picks throughout the entire 2012-13 season. The ******* experts have been on top of their game in the past five days, going a collective 22-16-1 ATS (58%) on college basketball Best Bets. The group is now 53% ATS (73-66-3) for the season, led by ******* Gary at 58% ATS (15-11). ******* Dave is at 54% ATS (29-25) for the season after going 61% ATS (20-13) since Nov. 17. ******* Brian has gone 7-3-1 ATS (70%) in the past six days.

Duke has already passed two major early season tests, beating Kentucky and Louisville on neutral courts. Against Kentucky, the team committed just eight turnovers and senior PG Seth Curry had 23 points on 7-of-14 FG and 3-of-5 threes. All five starters scored between 14 and 16 points in the Louisville win, as they shot 23-for-27 from the line as a team. Curry (17.0 PPG) hasn’t quite been the dead-eye shooter he’s been in the past, hitting only 37.1% of his threes, but C Mason Plumlee has staked his claim as the nation’s best big man, averaging 19.7 PPG on 67.2% FG, 10.0 RPG and 1.8 BPG, and freshman SG Rasheed Sulaimon has provided much-needed offense and athleticism, averaging 12.0 PPG and scoring in double-digits each of the past five games.

With two of their top three scorers—PF Jared Sullinger and SG William Buford—from last season gone, the Buckeyes have relied heavily on junior SF Deshaun Thomas in the early going. He’s averaging 24.0 PPG and had 31 in a neutral court win over Washington, the Buckeyes’ biggest early season test. He’s shooting and making more threes, knocking down 3.0 per game at a 48.0% clip this year after hitting just 1.3 per game at a 34.5% clip last season. Junior PG Aaron Craft is the nation’s best perimeter defender (1.5 SPG), and he’s averaging a career-high 14.3 PPG and 5.3 APG. Junior SG Lenzelle Smith Jr. is also off to a great start, averaging 11.5 PPG and hitting 61.5% of his threes.

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No. 13 Michigan State visits Miami on Wednesday

MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS (5-1)

at MIAMI (FL) HURRICANES (3-1)


Tip-off: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. ET
Line: Miami -1.5, Total: 127.5

Miami has a shot for an early-season signature win when its hosts No. 13 Michigan State as part of the ACC/Big Ten challenge on Wednesday night.

The veteran Hurricanes are finally getting their full lineup intact, as their two best players—PG Durand Scott and C Reggie Johnson—returned from suspension and injury, respectively in a solid 15-point home win over Detroit on Saturday. Tom Izzo has put his Spartans through a typically tough early-season slate, as they’ve already lost to Connecticut in Germany and beaten Kansas in Atlanta.

Can Miami hold off a tough non-conference foe? For the answer, connect to College Basketball Best Bets for all the Expert picks throughout the entire 2012-13 season. The ******* experts have been on top of their game in the past five days, going a collective 22-16-1 ATS (58%) on college basketball Best Bets. The group is now 53% ATS (73-66-3) for the season, led by ******* Gary at 58% ATS (15-11). ******* Dave is at 54% ATS (29-25) for the season after going 61% ATS (20-13) since Nov. 17. ******* Brian has gone 7-3-1 ATS (70%) in the past six days to even his season mark at 50% ATS (16-16-2).

With Scott and Johnson back in the lineup on Saturday, the Hurricanes cruised to a win over Detroit, one of the nation’s better mid-major teams. Scott scored 15 in his season debut, while Johnson came off the bench for seven points and nine rebounds in 27 minutes. Sophomore SG Shane Larkin carried the Canes offensively during Scott’s absence, averaging 17.3 PPG on 58.1% FG and 44.4% from three-point range.

With PF Draymond Green now in the NBA, the Spartans have shifted the focus of their team to the backcourt and PG Keith Appling. The junior is averaging 16.8 PPG while getting into the lane and to the free-throw line frequently (83.3% FT on 5.0 FTA per game). Appling has averaged 20.3 PPG over the Spartans’ past three games. Swingman Branden Dawson, returning from a torn ACL, has given them a major boost defensively. The Spartans are allowing just 58.8 PPG and 37.3% FG through their first six games. And they are getting efficient low-post play from C Derrick Nix and PF Adreian Payne, averaging a combined 15.8 PPG on 61.0% FG. It’s helped make up for poor shooting early on, as the Spartans are averaging just 4.0 threes per game on 27.9% 3-pt FG.

The status of freshman combo guard Gary Harris is a big factor tonight. He averaged 16.0 PPG over the first three games of the year, including 18 points in the Kansas win, before suffering a shoulder injury in the first minute of their win over Boise State last week. He’s missed the past two games, but is optimistic he’ll play against Miami.

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NCAAB
Long Sheet

Wednesday, November 28

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ST BONAVENTURE (3 - 1) at OHIO U (5 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO U is 110-71 ATS (+31.9 Units) in all home games since 1997.
OHIO U is 110-71 ATS (+31.9 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
OHIO U is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
OHIO U is 14-1 ATS (+12.9 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
OHIO U is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in home games after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.
OHIO U is 55-29 ATS (+23.1 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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VIRGINIA (4 - 2) at WISCONSIN (4 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WISCONSIN is 118-89 ATS (+20.1 Units) in all home games since 1997.
WISCONSIN is 118-89 ATS (+20.1 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
WISCONSIN is 38-18 ATS (+18.2 Units) in home games on Wednesday games since 1997.
WISCONSIN is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
WISCONSIN is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) in non-conference 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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KENT ST (4 - 2) at YOUNGSTOWN ST (3 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KENT ST is 12-22 ATS (-12.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
KENT ST is 12-22 ATS (-12.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
YOUNGSTOWN ST is 15-31 ATS (-19.1 Units) after allowing 80 points or more since 1997.

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

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CLEVELAND ST (4 - 2) at BALL ST (2 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BALL ST is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
BALL ST is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
BALL ST is 54-77 ATS (-30.7 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
BALL ST is 15-31 ATS (-19.1 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.

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

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WM & MARY (3 - 2) at RICHMOND (4 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WM & MARY is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in November games over the last 3 seasons.
WM & MARY is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
WM & MARY is 35-15 ATS (+18.5 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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GEORGE WASHINGTON (2 - 3) at JAMES MADISON (1 - 4) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGE WASHINGTON is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
GEORGE WASHINGTON is 10-20 ATS (-12.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
GEORGE WASHINGTON is 27-48 ATS (-25.8 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1997.
GEORGE WASHINGTON is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
JAMES MADISON is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
JAMES MADISON is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
JAMES MADISON is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
JAMES MADISON is 12-28 ATS (-18.8 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.

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

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TEMPLE (3 - 0) at BUFFALO (2 - 5) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUFFALO is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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BRADLEY (4 - 1) at C MICHIGAN (3 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BRADLEY is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 23-38 ATS (-18.8 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 23-38 ATS (-18.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) in all home games over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) in home lined games over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

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

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PURDUE (2 - 3) at CLEMSON (4 - 1) - 11/28/2012, 7:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PURDUE is 38-59 ATS (-26.9 Units) on Wednesday games since 1997.
CLEMSON is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEMSON is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEMSON is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
CLEMSON is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.

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

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MICHIGAN ST (5 - 1) at MIAMI (3 - 1) - 11/28/2012, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MICHIGAN ST is 51-26 ATS (+22.4 Units) on Wednesday games since 1997.

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

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GEORGE MASON (4 - 2) at RHODE ISLAND (1 - 5) - 11/28/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
RHODE ISLAND is 67-109 ATS (-52.9 Units) in all home games since 1997.
RHODE ISLAND is 67-109 ATS (-52.9 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
RHODE ISLAND is 23-41 ATS (-22.1 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
RHODE ISLAND is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
RHODE ISLAND is 1-0 against the spread versus GEORGE MASON over the last 3 seasons
GEORGE MASON is 1-0 straight up against RHODE ISLAND over the last 3 seasons

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TX-ARLINGTON (2 - 1) at N TEXAS (3 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N TEXAS is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
N TEXAS is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
TX-ARLINGTON is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
N TEXAS is 10-22 ATS (-14.2 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
N TEXAS is 1-1 straight up against TX-ARLINGTON over the last 3 seasons

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TULSA (4 - 2) at WICHITA ST (6 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TULSA is 15-4 ATS (+10.6 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.

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

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FRESNO ST (3 - 2) at S ILLINOIS (3 - 1) - 11/28/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FRESNO ST is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 3 seasons.
FRESNO ST is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
FRESNO ST is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
FRESNO ST is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
S ILLINOIS is 23-37 ATS (-17.7 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
S ILLINOIS is 23-37 ATS (-17.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
S ILLINOIS is 12-24 ATS (-14.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

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

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UTAH (4 - 1) at SMU (6 - 1) - 11/28/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 2-12 ATS (-11.2 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
UTAH is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
SMU is 42-66 ATS (-30.6 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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BOISE ST (4 - 1) at CREIGHTON (6 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOISE ST is 13-26 ATS (-15.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
CREIGHTON is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in November games over the last 2 seasons.
BOISE ST is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) after allowing 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.

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

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NEW MEXICO ST (3 - 3) at UTEP (1 - 4) - 11/28/2012, 9:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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GEORGIA TECH (4 - 1) at ILLINOIS (7 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 9:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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BOSTON COLLEGE (2 - 4) at PENN ST (3 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 9:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PENN ST is 47-29 ATS (+15.1 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 27-13 ATS (+12.7 Units) in road games on Wednesday games since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 32-17 ATS (+13.3 Units) in road games after allowing 60 points or less since 1997.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 106-73 ATS (+25.7 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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OHIO ST (4 - 0) at DUKE (6 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 9:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO ST is 45-25 ATS (+17.5 Units) when the total is 140 to 149.5 since 1997.
OHIO ST is 190-148 ATS (+27.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
DUKE is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
DUKE is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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WYOMING (6 - 0) at UC-SANTA BARBARA (2 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WYOMING is 27-46 ATS (-23.6 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1997.

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

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IDAHO (1 - 3) at WASHINGTON ST (3 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IDAHO is 21-10 ATS (+10.0 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
IDAHO is 41-23 ATS (+15.7 Units) in road games after scoring 60 points or less since 1997.

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

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CAL DAVIS (1 - 2) at NEVADA (3 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEVADA is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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UC-IRVINE (3 - 4) at UNLV (3 - 1) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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SEATTLE (2 - 1) at STANFORD (4 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
STANFORD is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) against WAC opponents since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
STANFORD is 2-0 straight up against SEATTLE over the last 3 seasons

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UTAH ST (3 - 1) at SANTA CLARA (5 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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SAINT LOUIS (3 - 2) at WASHINGTON (2 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 12:00 AM
Top Trends for this game.
SAINT LOUIS is 13-27 ATS (-16.7 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1997.

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

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CS-NORTHRIDGE (6 - 1) at UCLA (4 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 12:00 AM
Top Trends for this game.
CS-NORTHRIDGE is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all games this season.
CS-NORTHRIDGE is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
CS-NORTHRIDGE is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in November games this season.
CS-NORTHRIDGE is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) after a non-conference game this season.
CS-NORTHRIDGE is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in non-conference games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
UCLA is 1-0 against the spread versus CS-NORTHRIDGE over the last 3 seasons
UCLA is 1-0 straight up against CS-NORTHRIDGE over the last 3 seasons

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MOREHEAD ST (4 - 2) at MARSHALL (3 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MOREHEAD ST is 11-25 ATS (-16.5 Units) in November games since 1997.

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

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DUQUESNE (2 - 3) at APPALACHIAN ST (1 - 4) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
APPALACHIAN ST is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.

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

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WEBER ST (1 - 2) at DAYTON (4 - 1) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WEBER ST is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
WEBER ST is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
WEBER ST is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in road games versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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ELON (4 - 2) at GA SOUTHERN (2 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ELON is 3-1 against the spread versus GA SOUTHERN over the last 3 seasons
ELON is 3-1 straight up against GA SOUTHERN 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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W CAROLINA (2 - 4) at FURMAN (2 - 3) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
W CAROLINA is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) in November games over the last 3 seasons.
FURMAN is 21-6 ATS (+14.4 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.
FURMAN is 20-6 ATS (+13.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
FURMAN is 2-1 against the spread versus W CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
FURMAN is 2-1 straight up against W CAROLINA 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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NIAGARA (2 - 3) at IONA (2 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IONA is 41-64 ATS (-29.4 Units) in home games against conference opponents since 1997.
IONA is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) after scoring 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
IONA is 2-2 against the spread versus NIAGARA over the last 3 seasons
IONA is 4-0 straight up against NIAGARA 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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MASSACHUSETTS (2 - 2) at SIENA (2 - 4) - 11/28/2012, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MASSACHUSETTS is 10-22 ATS (-14.2 Units) in road games in November games since 1997.
MASSACHUSETTS is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
MASSACHUSETTS is 17-37 ATS (-23.7 Units) versus poor offensive teams - scoring <=64 points/game since 1997.
SIENA is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
MASSACHUSETTS is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) after allowing 80 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

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

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N DAKOTA (1 - 3) at S DAKOTA ST (4 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 9:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
S DAKOTA ST is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
S DAKOTA ST is 20-9 ATS (+10.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
S DAKOTA ST is 26-13 ATS (+11.7 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
S DAKOTA ST is 1-1 straight up against N DAKOTA over the last 3 seasons

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TENNESSEE TECH (3 - 1) at LOYOLA-IL (4 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LOYOLA-IL is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in home games in November games since 1997.
TENNESSEE TECH is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE TECH is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in road games versus poor offensive teams - scoring <=64 points/game since 1997.

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

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MONTANA (3 - 1) vs. BYU (4 - 2) - 11/28/2012, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BYU is 168-116 ATS (+40.4 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
BYU is 58-98 ATS (-49.8 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

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

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N ARIZONA (2 - 3) at ARIZONA (3 - 0) - 11/28/2012, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N ARIZONA is 9-20 ATS (-13.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
N ARIZONA is 9-20 ATS (-13.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.

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

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NCAAB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Wednesday, November 28

-- Virginia coach Bennett played for his dad in college at Green Bay, so he's coming home, kind of; Cavaliers are 0-2 vs top 100 teams, losing to George Mason by 4, Delaware by 6. Wisconsin is 4-2, allowing 79 ppg in losses to Florida/Creighton, best two teams they've played. Single digit ACC underdogs are 4-5. Big Dozen home favorites are 14-6.
-- Temple beat Buffalo 87-85 in OT at home LY; Owls are 3-0 this year, winning by 14 at Kent State in only road game- they're shooting 61.5% inside arc. Buffalo is 1-5 vs D-I teams, but only one of five losses was by more than 9 points. Atlantic-16 road favorites are 9-6 against spread. MAC home underdogs are 2-3.
-- Young Clemson (11 frosh/sophs) won four of first five games, losing by 8 to Gonzaga in Orlando (won last two games there)- they've made 41% of 3-pointers this year. Purdue lost three of first five games, making 26% behind arc- they lost to Villanova/Oregon State on neutral court in NYC. ACC home favorites are 4-3. Big Dozen road dogs are 5-7.
-- Michigan State won five in row since losing opener to UConn over in Germany, but three of five wins were by 4 or less points- this is State's first true road game (beat Kansas in other neutral court game). Miami is 3-1, losing to Florida Gulf Coast; they also lost exhibition to St Leo's. ACC teams are 11-8 vs spread if line is 5 or less points.

-- Larry Brown has SMU at 6-1, but hasn't played anyone ranked higher than #169; Mustangs are scoring 31% of points from foul line (#3 in US) this year. Utah won last three games, allowing 50.3 ppg, but this is their first road game- they've played #343 schedule so far. C-USA home faves are 4-5 vs spread. Pac-12 single digit road underdogs are 7-5.
-- UTEP lost its last four games, scoring 52.3 ppg, going 0-3 in Orlando, but three of four teams are in top 75; Miners won four of last six games vs New Mexico State. Aggies lost last two visits here, by 4-17 points; they're 2-3 vs D-I teams, losing by 9 at Oregon State in only road game. WAC single digit road dogs are 3-8 against the spread. .
-- Georgia Tech was in Anaheim over weekend, now is at Illinois squad that won Maui Classic last week, then limped past Gardner Webb in last game. Tech won four of first five games, allowing 51.8 ppg, which makes up for 20.9% shooting outside arc. ACC road underdogs are 8-6 against spread. Big Dozen home favorites are 14-6 against the spread.
-- Duke won tourney in Bahamas, beating Dieng-less Louisville in final; Blue Devils are 6-0, with four of six wins vs top 20 teams, including all three foes in Atlantis. Ohio State is 4-0 but hasn't played anyone, with best win over shaky Washington (#83). ACC single digit home favorites are 5-3 vs spread. Buckeyes made 48% of 3's in first four games.
-- Cal-Irvine is improved but is still just 3-4, losing OT games at UCLA, Sam Houston State, as well as by 10 at Pepperdine; Anteaters make just 61.4% from line, 32.8% from arc. UNLV star freshman Bennett is ??? with bad back; Rebels are 3-1, all at home, winning by 38-19-12 points. Big West double digit road underdogs are 7-3 vs spread.

-- Elon is 4-2, losing by 15 at Butler, winning by 12 at South Carolina; they won three of last four games with Georgia Southern beating Eagles 65-58 in SoCon tourney last March. GSU is 1-3 vs D-I teams, but they were all road games- they scored 53.3 ppg in losses, all against top 100 teams-- they've played #56 schedule in country so far.
-- Furman swept Western Carolina LY, 80-66/58-55; Paladins are 0-3 vs D-I teams this year, scoring 49.3 ppg while shooting 20% from arc- they are turning ball over 29.8% of time. Western is 1-4 vs D-I teams, with all five games played away from home- their last two games were decided by a total of three points.
-- Iona hasn't played in nine days, since losing two of three at tourney in Virgin Islands; Gaels are picked to win MAAC, but played poor defense in first four games (53.9eFG%), losing to Quinnipiac/UIC. Iona won last four games with Niagara, by 14-12-6-24 points. Niagara is 2-3, giving up 80+ points in four of five games (56.5eFG%).
-- Siena lost four of first six games, losing by point to Vermont in its one home game; Saints are shooting just 61% from line, 41.2% inside the arc. MAAC single digit underdogs are 3-10 vs spread. UMass beat Siena by 4 (82-78) LY; Minutemen are 2-2 playing #21 schedule in country, with losses to NC State by 18, Tennessee by 14.

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NCAAB

Wednesday, November 28

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Ohio State at Duke: What bettors need to know
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Ohio State Buckeyes at Duke Blue Devils (-5, 144)

The premier matchup of the ACC/Big Ten Challenge takes place Wednesday when No. 4 Ohio State makes its first-ever visit to Cameron Indoor Stadium to play No. 2 Duke.

The Buckeyes have won all four of their games by double digits, most recently destroying UMKC 91-45 on Friday. The Blue Devils have played a much tougher schedule; their 6-0 start includes victories over then Top-3 teams Kentucky and Louisville. Duke will try to avenge last season’s 85-63 loss in Columbus, which dropped the Blue Devils to 11-2 in the Challenge. Ohio State is 5-5 in the event.

TV: 9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN

ABOUT NO. 4 OHIO STATE (4-0, 2-1 ATS): The Buckeyes lead the nation in 3-point shooting at 48 percent (32 of 67) and rank ninth in overall field-goal percentage (52.1). They’re also in the Top 10 in assist-to-turnover ratio (6th/+1.63) and fewest turnovers per game (5th/9.5). Junior F Deshaun Thomas averages 24 points and 7.3 rebounds, while junior PG Aaron Craft – last season’s Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year -- chips in 14.3 points and 5.3 assists. Junior G Lenzelle Smith, the third returning starter, averages 11.5 points and 5.3 rebounds. All three have upper their scoring averages following the departures of Jared Sullinger and William Buford.

ABOUT DUKE NO. 2 (6-0, 4-2 ATS): Having just survived a stacked field to win the Battle 4 Atlantis, Duke has won 23 straight regular-season games. All five starters are averaging in double figures, led by 6-10 senior Mason Plumlee (19.7 points, 10 rebounds). Senior G Seth Curry is nursing a right shin injury, but that didn’t stop him from averaging a team-high 18 points in the Bahamas. He was scheduled to get a few days off leading into this game. Tourney MVP Quinn Cook averaged 13.7 points and 6.3 assists over the three games. The Blue Devils have hit 12 more 3-pointers than Ohio State, but shoot a significantly lower percentage (37.3).

TRENDS:

* Buckeyes are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 vs. Atlantic Coast.
* Blue Devils are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 home games.
* Over is 5-1 in Buckeyes' last six vs. Atlantic Coast.
* Over is 6-0 in Blue Devils' last six vs. Big Ten.

TIP-INS:

1. Ohio State is 7-15 all-time against No. 2-ranked teams. The Buckeyes are 147-231 all-time against ranked opponents.

2. Duke and Ohio State have split six all-time meetings.

3. Craft has 177 career steals, third on Ohio State’s all-time list behind David Lighty (191) and Jay Burson (204).