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**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:41 AM

Armadillo: Wednesday's six-pack

Six NFL trends with Week 12 around the corner.......

-- Falcons are 2-7-1 vs spread in last ten divisional games.

-- Carolina covered nine of last twelve road games.

-- Houston didn't cover any of its last six home games.

-- Patriots covered seven of last nine at home.

-- 49ers covered six of their last seven games as a road favorite.

-- Steelers are 6-15 vs spread in their last 21 road games.

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Armadillo: Wednesday's List of 13: Doing some thinking out loud

13) Early line on next week’s Iron Bowl, which has become even bigger than normal given Auburn’s terrific season; Alabama -15.5.

12) New kickoff rules in NFL have created a lot more touchbacks than there used to be, so lot more drives start 80+ yards from the goal line; which teams are the best at long drives? Which teams have had the most/least long drives? That’s why I’m here, to inform you on such things.

11) You watch Alex Smith play and wonder how on God’s green earth the Chiefs are 9-1. Well, he doesn’t make mistakes, and the Chiefs rarely give their opponent a short field. In ten games, KC has started 46 drives (2nd-least in NFL) at their own 20 or worse field position; their opponents have started 81 (most in NFL).

Chiefs win because they’ve forced opponents to play on a longer field. They lost to the Broncos because Denver has an offense that can drive 80+ yards with no problem, and the Chiefs’ offense couldn’t keep up.

10) On flip side, Falcons/Redskins are both -22, meaning they’ve both started 22 more drives 80+ yards from the goal line than their opponents have. Atlanta has the 4th-best ppp on long drives, but they’ve seldom had a short field this season.

9) When you look at points/possession on those long drives, five teams are averaging 2+ points/possession on long drives: Panthers (2.60), Broncos (2.56), Seattle (2.15), Atlanta (2.04) and the Bears (2.00).

Have to credit Chicago coach Marc Trestman for the job he’s done coaching backup Josh McCown while starting QB Cutler has been out injured.

8) Which teams are worst at driving from their own 20? Jaguars (0.74), Browns (0.90), Jets/Raiders (both 0.97) are the four worst in this category.

7) Besides the Chiefs, which teams have won the field position battle? Answer is: the winning teams. Denver (+23), Patriots (+22), Carolina (+21), Seattle (+20) are the next four teams in this category, behind the Chiefs’ +35.

6) Carlos Ruiz gets three years, $26M to stay in Philly, hit cheap homers for my fantasy team; Tim Hudson gets $23M for two years to go back to the Bay Area, this time on the wrong (SF) side of the bay.

5) Golfer Peter Uihlein is the first American to win Rookie of the Year on the European Tour. Lot of these golfers have well-worn passports; they go all over the world to play. Think the European Tour allows appearance fees, which are obviously very attractive. As Don Henley once sang, “……the lure of easy money has a very strong appeal.”

4) ESPN is wasting whatever money it pays refereeing analyst Gerry Austin; he gagged bigtime commenting on the non-call at the end of the Patriot-Carolina game Monday night.

If you’re not going to criticize when the refs screw up, then don’t take money for being a officiating analyst. The refs fouled up, Austin wouldn’t say they were wrong, and he made ESPN look bad in the process.

3) If you’re the Patriots and Tom Brady is coming down to the end of a tremendous career, how do you not get him better receivers? Seriously, besides Brady, who gets paid a ton on this team? Its ridiculous how New England basically had to do on-the-job training with its receivers. Some of it was losing Aaron Hernandez and Gronkowski being hurt, but they’re TE’s anyway. Belichick the coach is better than Belichick the personnel guy.

2) Worst part of the Monday night game ending the way it did was that it obscured what a terrific game it was, with an all-time great QB doing matching plays against a future great QB.

Imagine if Carolina played Denver in the Super Bowl? Think former Panther coach John Fox would be busy on Media Day?

1) Super Bowl is in 74 days, Winter Olympics start four days later, pitchers/catchers report in the week after that. Before you know it, it’ll be spring!!! Well, not quite, but time seems to fly as I get older.

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:42 AM

See spot. See spot bet: This week's best spot bet opportunities

Lookahead spot

The South Carolina Gamecocks have a big Week 14 state rivalry with Clemson looming but first a scheduled “walkthrough” against FCS Coastal Carolina Saturday afternoon. The Gamecocks are looking to make waves in the BCS, currently ranked No. 10 in the country, and have only one more chance to do so versus the Tigers. But don’t pass over Coastal Carolina just because they claim FCS status.

The Chanticleers are among the top small-conference schools this season and have an explosive offense, headlined by dual-threat QB Alex Ross. He’s one of the most accurate passers in the FCS, with only six INTS to 17 TDs, and can make plays with his legs when things break down. Books are being very generous with the points, making Coastal Carolina a 34.5-point road underdog against a South Carolina squad not wanting to show much before its clash with Clemson.

Letdown spot

The Oakland Raiders are already knocking on the door when it comes to their season-win total of 5.5 after stealing a 28-23 win in Houston Sunday – improving the Silver and Black to 4-6 on the year. Oakland got a surprise performance from backup QB Matt McGloin, who tossed for three touchdowns and 197 yards, sparking a QB controversy in the Bay Area. Starter Terrelle Pryor is on the mend from a knee injury and has Raiders head coach Dennis Allen faced with a tough decision.

Oakland, jacked up off that win as a 10.5-point underdog in Houston and scratching its head over who to start under center, hosts the Tennessee Titans Sunday afternoon. Tennessee is in a foul mood after letting the Indianapolis Colts come from behind last Thursday. The Titans are a perfect 4-0 ATS away from home this season and could catch the Raiders riding high in Week 12.

Schedule spot

The Boston Celtics were the darlings of the NBA betting scene just a short week ago. But things have changed dramatically since their 5-0 ATS streak. Boston has dropped three straight games SU and ATS, including a loss to Charlotte, and plays four of the next five contests away from Beantown, starting with a trip to Houston Tuesday.

The Celtics make trips to San Antonio, Atlanta and Charlotte after that. And sandwiched in between those four road tilts is a “break” back home against the Indiana Pacers – the NBA’s top team. Boston is just 1-5 ATS on the road to start the schedule.

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:42 AM

NFL Week 12 opening line report: Manning has more than Brady

Manning vs. Brady treats NFL bettors to football’s version of Frazier vs. Ali in Week 12. However, this time, Frazier (Manning) is swinging a set of cement gloves while Ali (Brady) is throwing around a pair of down pillows.

(We tab Brady as Ali simply because he’s had Manning’s number more often than not and is the more decorated of the two QBs. Please let us know if you have a better sports analogy for this one.)

Oddsmakers have set Brady and the Patriots as 2.5-point underdogs hosting Manning and the Broncos Sunday night, but one Las Vegas oddsmakers doesn’t think the line is high enough given the supporting cast surrounding both star quarterbacks.

“I just don’t think (New England has) the talent to beat Denver,” Peter Korner, founder of Nevada-based odds service The Sports Club, tells Covers. Korner says he brought a spread of Denver -3.5 to the table and sent out -3. However, books are dealing this game as low as New England +1.

“It just looks low,” Korner says of the current spread. “The Broncos bring a lot more to the table. Manning didn’t have great success in these big games as a Colt but in Denver he has so much around him. Denver, by far, has the better talent. I don’t think the Pats have enough this year to make it an easy game.”

New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons (+9.5, 53)

This NFC South showdown has been reduced to a dud Thursday nighter, thanks to the Falcons’ fall from grace.

The LVH Superbook in Las Vegas opened this game Atlanta -4 when it released its "Game of the Year" odds back in May – a near two-TD swing when compared to what books are dealing now. Some offshores opened as low as a touchdown but took instant action on the Saints, something Korner believes books should be prepared for.

“Atlanta is not going to get well here,” he says. “New Orleans need this win and it’s just asking for money on the favorite and Over. Atlanta just isn’t the same team it was last year and why would you expect something different? Because it’s not going to be. Why would (books) screw around and hope for something that hasn’t been there all season? Keep the Saints high.”

Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers (-4.5)

Most markets are waiting on word of Aaron Rodgers’ status for Sunday’s divisional matchup with Minnesota. But it looks like Cheese Heads may have to grind out one more week before Green Bay’s QB is back from a broken collarbone.

“Not much to say. Rodgers doesn’t figure to be back, so Green Bay -4 on this on,” says Korner, who believes the line would jump to -8 or 8.5 is Rodgers is upgraded to probable. “(The Packers) weren’t blowing people away when he was in, but Minnesota just doesn’t have it. They both need this game. These are the best games to book because they’re the hardest games to pick.”

Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants (-2.5, 46.5)

The Giants have risen from the depths of the NFC East and appear to be one of the hottest teams in the conference, winning four in a row after a 0-6 start. Dallas, on the other hand, comes off the bye week which followed an embarrassing loss to New Orleans in Week 10.

“They’re right back in the mix,” Korner says of New York, which he sent out as a 2.5-point home favorite. “The Giants are the ones who are peaking now and money will be on New York. This spread could go up to -3 but I don’t think it’ll go much farther. Dallas has its big following. It’s a much bigger game than it was three weeks ago.”

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:43 AM

NFL line watch: Lookahead looms for Lions vs. Bucs

Spread to bet now

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+10) at Detroit Lions

There are a couple of 10's out there, but this line is dropping fast. As of writing, a 10 is still available but for the most part 9.5's, 9's and even a couple of 8.5's predominate. Sharps were quick to jump on the double-digit spread.

The once 0-8 Bucs are off back-to-back victories, scoring a whopping 63 combined points in the process. The Lions are coming off a disappointing 37-27 loss in Pittsburgh in which they scored all of their points in the second quarter and would allow the Steelers to post 17 unanswered in the second half.

With the lowly Buccaneers on deck and a game versus division rival Green Bay next week, this sets up as a classic lookahead spot for the home side Sunday.

Spread to wait on

Pittsburgh Steelers at Cleveland Browns (-2.5)

The Cincinnati Bengals lead the AFC North with a 7-4 record. The Steelers, Browns and defending champion Ravens are all tied at 4-6. To say this is a big game for both teams would be an understatement.

The loser of this divisional contest will be eliminated from contention. This is the first contest between the clubs this season (they play again at Heinz Field on the final week) and the stakes simply couldn't be higher.

Back-to-back victories for the Steelers, in which they've scored a combined 60 points, has the Black and Gold right back in the conversation. Conversely, the up-and-down Browns have lost four of their last five, including last week's disturbing 41-20 effort at Cincinnati.

It appears bettors believe that Pittsburgh has turned a corner, so if you think that Cleveland has something up its sleeve, I'd recommend waiting a little closer to kickoff before getting down with the Browns.

Total to watch

Denver Broncos at New England Patriots (56)

This much-anticipated game will be played on a blustery Sunday night in late November in New England. Unlike the U.S. mail service, Denver QB Peyton Manning isn't quite at his best in rain, sleet, snow and hail.

After eclipsing the number in eight straight contests, the Bronco's high-flying offense has slowed down a bit with both games versus the Chargers and Chiefs falling below the posted number. The Patriots' patchwork offense has been a work in progress all season, looking brilliant at times and pretty pedestrian in others.

This total opened at 56 and for the most part that number predominates. However, there are a few 55.5's starting to make an appearance now as well. This is definitely one total to keep our eyes on as the week progresses.

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:45 AM

NHL
Dunkel

Pittsburgh at Washington
The Capitals host a Pittsburgh team that is 1-4 in its last 5 road games against a team with a home winning percentage above .600. Washington is the pick (-105) according to Dunkel, which has the Capitals favored by 1. Dunkel Pick: Washington (-105). Here are all of today's picks.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Game 1-2: Minnesota at Ottawa (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota 11.087; Ottawa 10.171
Dunkel Line & Total: Minnesota by 1; 6
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 3-4: Pittsburgh at Washington (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Pittsburgh 11.228; Washington 12.375
Dunkel Line & Total: Washington by 1; 5
Vegas Line & Total: Pittsburgh (-115); 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Washington (-105); Under

Game 5-6: New Jersey at Anaheim (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: New Jersey 11.720; Anaheim 10.723
Dunkel Line & Total: New Jersey by 1; 4
Vegas Line & Total: Anaheim (-175); 5
Dunkel Pick: New Jersey (+155); Under

Game 7-8: Columbus at Calgary (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Columbus 10.457; Calgary 11.911
Dunkel Line & Total: Calgary by 1 1/2; 6
Vegas Line & Total: Calgary (-120); 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Calgary (-120); Over

NHL
Long Sheet

Wednesday, November 20

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MINNESOTA (13-5-0-4, 30 pts.) at OTTAWA (8-9-0-4, 20 pts.) - 11/20/2013, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 18-6 ATS (+10.9 Units) in November games over the last 3 seasons.
OTTAWA is 2-7 ATS (-6.0 Units) in a home game where where the total is 5.5 this season.
OTTAWA is 1-8 ATS (+10.6 Units) in non-conference games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
OTTAWA is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
OTTAWA is 1-0-0 straight up against MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+1.1 Units)

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PITTSBURGH (13-8-0-0, 26 pts.) at WASHINGTON (12-8-0-1, 25 pts.) - 11/20/2013, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 5-2 (+3.0 Units) against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 5-2-0 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+0.5 Units)

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NEW JERSEY (7-8-0-5, 19 pts.) at ANAHEIM (15-6-0-2, 32 pts.) - 11/20/2013, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW JERSEY is 0-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) after a division game this season.
ANAHEIM is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) in home games first half of the season this season.
ANAHEIM is 162-135 ATS (+20.7 Units) after a non-conference game since 1996.
NEW JERSEY is 67-52 ATS (+13.1 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
NEW JERSEY is 21-11 ATS (+32.4 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
NEW JERSEY is 23-11 ATS (+11.9 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 3 seasons.
NEW JERSEY is 35-26 ATS (+65.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW JERSEY is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against the spread versus ANAHEIM over the last 3 seasons
NEW JERSEY is 1-0-0 straight up against ANAHEIM over the last 3 seasons
0 of 0 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+0.0 Units)

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COLUMBUS (7-11-0-3, 17 pts.) at CALGARY (7-11-0-3, 17 pts.) - 11/20/2013, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLUMBUS is 17-41 ATS (+65.6 Units) first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
COLUMBUS is 5-3 (+2.3 Units) against the spread versus CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
COLUMBUS is 5-3-0 straight up against CALGARY over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.1 Units)

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NHL
Armadillo's Write-Up

Wednesday, November 20

Hot teams
-- Minnesota won seven of its last nine games.
-- Washington won seven of its last nine games.
-- Devils won three of their last four games.

Cold teams
-- Senators lost three of their last four games.
-- Penguins lost four of their last six games.
-- Columbus lost nine of its last eleven games. Flames lost six of last seven.
-- Anaheim is home from an 0-4 road trip; they're 8-0 at home.

Totals
-- Five of last seven Ottawa games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 4-0-1 in last five Pittsburgh games.
-- Four of last five Calgary games went over the total.
-- Under is 6-0-3 in last nine New Jersey games.

Series records
-- Senators won their last four games with Minnesota.
-- Penguins won their last four games with Washington.
-- Blue Jackets won their last three visits to Calgary.
-- Devils won their last three games with Anaheim.

NHL

Wednesday, November 20

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Trend Report
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7:30 PM
MINNESOTA vs. OTTAWA
Minnesota is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing Ottawa
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Minnesota's last 7 games when playing Ottawa
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Ottawa's last 7 games
Ottawa is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Minnesota

8:00 PM
PITTSBURGH vs. WASHINGTON
Pittsburgh is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 7 games on the road
Washington is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Washington's last 11 games when playing Pittsburgh

10:00 PM
COLUMBUS vs. CALGARY
Columbus is 2-9 SU in its last 11 games
Columbus is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Calgary's last 5 games
Calgary is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games at home

10:00 PM
NEW JERSEY vs. ANAHEIM
New Jersey is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
New Jersey is 7-14 SU in its last 21 games
Anaheim5-1-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against New Jersey
Anaheim is 15-7 SU in its last 22 games

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NHL

Wednesday, November 20

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Penguins at Capitals: What bettors need to know
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Pittsburgh Penguins at Washington Capitals (+104, 5.5)

Metropolitan Division supremacy will be on the line Wednesday when Sidney Crosby and the first-place Pittsburgh Penguins visit Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals. "It's good for the NHL because they're both faces of the NHL, they're both superstars in this league and they both sell the game extremely well," Washington's Troy Brouwer said. Ovechkin hasn't slowed down since winning his third Hart Trophy last season, scoring twice in Sunday's 4-1 triumph over St. Louis to pull into a tie with Blues stud Alexander Steen for the goal-scoring lead (17).

Washington has benefited from Ovechkin's scoring assault, winning three in a row and improving to 7-1-1 in its last nine to move within one point of Pittsburgh. The Penguins posted just their second win in six outings on Monday as Crosby scored and rookie Brian Gibbons celebrated his NHL debut with a goal and an assist in a 3-1 victory over Anaheim. Pittsburgh has won each of the last four meetings with Washington.

TV: 8 p.m. ET, NBC Sports, TSN2

ABOUT THE PENGUINS (13-8-0, 7-13 O/U): Evgeni Malkin was absent from Tuesday's practice with a maintenance day, but coach Dan Bylsma said he expects the former Hart Trophy winner to be in the lineup against Washington. Malkin's goalless streak reached 14 games on Monday, but he notched two assists for the second time in three contests. Bylsma noted that he plans to keep his lines intact, so Beau Bennett will remain in the top grouping with Crosby and Chris Kunitz.

ABOUT THE CAPITALS (12-8-1, 11-10 O/U): Although Mike Green skated in practice on Tuesday, coach Adam Oates sounded as if he was going to keep his stud defenseman sidelined for a third straight game with a lower-body injury. "He's missed a lot of time and it's a big game," Oates said. "I don't want to put him in a situation where he's behind the 8-ball. He hasn't been able to do a lot of cardio, so I’m a little worried about his conditioning."

TRENDS:

* Penguins are 4-0 in the last four meetings.
* Under is 4-1 in the last five meetings in Washington.
* Home team is 4-1 in the last five meetings.
* Under is 8-3 in the last 11 meetings.

OVERTIME:

1. Washington C Nicklas Backstrom, who had three assists on Sunday, has scored three goals and set up nine others in his last nine contests.

2. Pittsburgh has killed off 21-of-22 short-handed situations in its last nine games.

3. Capitals G Braden Holtby made 46 saves against St. Louis, but has yielded 11 goals on 79 shots en route to an 0-3-0 career mark versus Pittsburgh.

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**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:54 AM

NBA
Dunkel

LA Clippers at Minnesota
The Clippers travel to Minnesota tonight where they are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games versus the Timberwolves. LA is the pick (+1) according to Dunkel, which has the Clippers favored by 2. Dunkel Pick: LA Clippers (+1). Here are all of today's picks.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Game 501-502: Brooklyn at Charlotte (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Brooklyn 113.889; Charlotte 117.887
Dunkel Line & Total: Charlotte by 4; 182
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 503-504: Washington at Cleveland (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Washington 111.459; Cleveland 116.390
Dunkel Line & Total: Cleveland by 5; 197
Vegas Line & Total: Cleveland by 3; 192 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Cleveland (-3); Over

Game 505-506: Indiana at New York (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Indiana 125.081; New York 115.928
Dunkel Line & Total: Indiana by 9; 181
Vegas Line & Total: Indiana by 6; 186 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Indiana (-6); Under

Game 507-508: Miami at Orlando (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Miami 123.377; Orlando 120.634
Dunkel Line & Total: Miami by 2 1/2; 202
Vegas Line & Total: Miami by 7 1/2; 198 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Orlando (+7 1/2); Over

Game 509-510: Toronto at Philadelphia (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Toronto 117.134; Philadelphia 114.800
Dunkel Line & Total: Toronto by 2 1/2; 212
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 511-512: Detroit at Atlanta (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 114.030; Atlanta 121.833
Dunkel Line & Total: Atlanta by 8; 187
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 513-514: Portland at Milwaukee (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Portland 120.872; Milwaukee 114.919
Dunkel Line & Total: Portland by 6; 208
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 515-516: LA Clippers at Minnesota (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: LA Clippers 123.019; Minnesota 121.228
Dunkel Line & Total: LA Clippers by 2; 207
Vegas Line & Total: Minnesota by 1; 213 1/2
Dunkel Pick: LA Clippers (+1); Under

Game 517-518: Utah at New Orleans (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Utah 108.191; New Orleans 120.810
Dunkel Line & Total: New Orleans by 12 1/2; 190
Vegas Line & Total: New Orleans by 10 1/2; 194 1/2
Dunkel Pick: New Orleans (-10 1/2); Under

Game 519-520: Boston at San Antonio (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Boston 118.960; San Antonio 127.419
Dunkel Line & Total: San Antonio by 8 1/2; 196
Vegas Line & Total: San Antonio by 14 1/2; 192
Dunkel Pick: Boston (+14 1/2); Over

Game 521-522: Sacramento at Phoenix (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Sacramento 115.673; Phoenix 118.013
Dunkel Line & Total: Phoenix by 2 1/2; 199
Vegas Line & Total: Phoenix by 5 1/2; 194
Dunkel Pick: Sacramento (+5 1/2); Over

Game 523-524: Houston at Dallas (9:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 117.401; Dallas 124.033
Dunkel Line & Total: Dallas by 6 1/2; 206
Vegas Line & Total: Dallas by 3; 215
Dunkel Pick: Dallas (-3); Under

Game 525-526: Memphis at Golden State (10:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Memphis 118.717; Golden State 126.190
Dunkel Line & Total: Golden State by 7 1/2; 206
Vegas Line & Total: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:55 AM

NBA
Long Sheet

Wednesday, November 20

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BROOKLYN (3 - 7) at CHARLOTTE (5 - 6) - 11/20/2013, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
BROOKLYN is 5-2 against the spread versus CHARLOTTE over the last 3 seasons
BROOKLYN is 7-0 straight up against CHARLOTTE over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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WASHINGTON (3 - 7) at CLEVELAND (4 - 7) - 11/20/2013, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 85-124 ATS (-51.4 Units) in November games since 1996.
CLEVELAND is 16-5 ATS (+10.5 Units) against Southeast division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 41-26 ATS (+12.4 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) revenging a home loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 30-47 ATS (-21.7 Units) in home games over the last 3 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in November games this season.
CLEVELAND is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) in home games first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CLEVELAND is 6-1 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
CLEVELAND is 5-2 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
6 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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INDIANA (9 - 1) at NEW YORK (3 - 7) - 11/20/2013, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANA is 41-25 ATS (+13.5 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) after a loss by 10 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW YORK is 7-6 against the spread versus INDIANA over the last 3 seasons
INDIANA is 7-6 straight up against NEW YORK over the last 3 seasons
7 of 13 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MIAMI (8 - 3) at ORLANDO (4 - 6) - 11/20/2013, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 93-131 ATS (-51.1 Units) in November games since 1996.
MIAMI is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) as a road favorite of 6.5 to 9 points over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 13-2 ATS (+10.8 Units) in road games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
ORLANDO is 16-30 ATS (-17.0 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
ORLANDO is 10-22 ATS (-14.2 Units) vs. division opponents over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ORLANDO is 4-4 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
MIAMI is 6-2 straight up against ORLANDO over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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TORONTO (4 - 7) at PHILADELPHIA (5 - 7) - 11/20/2013, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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DETROIT (4 - 6) at ATLANTA (6 - 5) - 11/20/2013, 7:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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PORTLAND (9 - 2) at MILWAUKEE (2 - 7) - 11/20/2013, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
MILWAUKEE is 4-0 against the spread versus PORTLAND over the last 3 seasons
MILWAUKEE is 4-0 straight up against PORTLAND 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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LA CLIPPERS (7 - 4) at MINNESOTA (7 - 5) - 11/20/2013, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LA CLIPPERS are 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) as a road favorite of 3 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
LA CLIPPERS are 189-247 ATS (-82.7 Units) after allowing 105 points or more since 1996.
LA CLIPPERS are 161-202 ATS (-61.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
LA CLIPPERS is 5-4 against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
LA CLIPPERS is 6-3 straight up against MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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UTAH (1 - 11) at NEW ORLEANS (4 - 6) - 11/20/2013, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 7-19 ATS (-13.9 Units) in road games first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 18-32 ATS (-17.2 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ORLEANS is 5-3 against the spread versus UTAH over the last 3 seasons
UTAH is 5-3 straight up against NEW ORLEANS 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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BOSTON (4 - 8) at SAN ANTONIO (9 - 1) - 11/20/2013, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON is 5-17 ATS (-13.7 Units) in road games after a loss by 10 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
SAN ANTONIO is 108-80 ATS (+20.0 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN ANTONIO is 86-63 ATS (+16.7 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.
SAN ANTONIO is 55-36 ATS (+15.4 Units) in home games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN ANTONIO is 138-103 ATS (+24.7 Units) in home games first half of the season since 1996.
SAN ANTONIO is 27-13 ATS (+12.7 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN ANTONIO is 65-43 ATS (+17.7 Units) in home games after 3 or more consecutive unders since 1996.
SAN ANTONIO is 47-29 ATS (+15.1 Units) after 3 or more consecutive wins over the last 3 seasons.
SAN ANTONIO is 323-264 ATS (+32.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN ANTONIO is 3-0 against the spread versus BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
SAN ANTONIO is 3-0 straight up against BOSTON 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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SACRAMENTO (3 - 7) at PHOENIX (5 - 5) - 11/20/2013, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SACRAMENTO is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in all games this season.
SACRAMENTO is 4-17 ATS (-14.7 Units) in November games over the last 2 seasons.
SACRAMENTO is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) first half of the season this season.
PHOENIX is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in all games this season.
PHOENIX is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) first half of the season this season.
PHOENIX is 12-24 ATS (-14.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHOENIX is 6-2 against the spread versus SACRAMENTO over the last 3 seasons
PHOENIX is 5-3 straight up against SACRAMENTO over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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HOUSTON (8 - 4) at DALLAS (7 - 4) - 11/20/2013, 9:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 54-38 ATS (+12.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 262-212 ATS (+28.8 Units) after a non-conference game since 1996.
DALLAS is 427-361 ATS (+29.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1996.
DALLAS is 22-10 ATS (+11.0 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
DALLAS is 6-2 against the spread versus HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 6-2 straight up against HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MEMPHIS (6 - 5) at GOLDEN STATE (8 - 3) - 11/20/2013, 10:35 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
MEMPHIS is 6-2 against the spread versus GOLDEN STATE over the last 3 seasons
MEMPHIS is 8-0 straight up against GOLDEN STATE over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:55 AM

NBA
Armadillo's Write-Up

Wednesday, November 20

Hot teams
-- Bobcats are 4-1-1 against the spread on the road.
-- Pacers won nine of their first ten games (5-2 as F).
-- Miami won seven of last eight games, covered three of last four.
-- Hawks won/covered three of their four home games.
-- Portland won its last seven games (6-1 vs spread).
-- Clippers won four of their last five games. Minnesota won its last three home games, by 8-29-18 points.
-- Spurs won last seven games, covered three of last four.
-- Rockets won four of last five games, covered last three. Mavericks also won four of their last five games.
-- Memphis won its last three games, all on the road. Warriors won their last four games, with three of four by 11+ points.

Cold teams
-- Nets lost five of their last six games.
-- Cleveland lost five of its last seven games. Wizards lost their last four games (1-3 vs spread).
-- Knicks lost seven of their last nine games, five in row at home.
-- Magic lost four of their last five games.
-- Raptors lost six of their last eight games. 76ers lost seven of last nine.
-- Pistons lost five of their last seven games.
-- Bucks lost their last five games; they're 1-3 at home.
-- Jazz lost 11 of first 12 games, are 1-4-1 vs spread on road. Pelicans lost three of their last four games.
-- Celtics lost their last four games, scoring 88 ppg.
-- Kings lost seven of last nine games; they're 0-2 on road, losing by 11-13 points. Phoenix lost last three games by total of six points.

Totals
-- Five of last seven Brooklyn games went over the total; Charlotte's last four games stayed under.
-- Three of last four Washington games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last six Indiana games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last seven Orlando games stayed under the total.
-- Four of last five Toronto games went over the total.
-- Five of last seven Detroit games went over the total.
-- Four of last five Milwaukee games stayed under total; four of last five Portland games went over.
-- Last four Clipper games went over the total.
-- Six of last eight Utah games stayed under the total.
-- Seven of last ten Boston games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last six Sacramento games stayed under the total.
-- Four of last five Houston games went over the total.
-- Five of last seven Memphis-Golden State games went over.

Series records
-- Nets won last six games with Charlotte (4-2 vs spread).
-- Cavaliers won their last four games with Washington.
-- Indiana beat the Knicks in six games in LY's playoffs- they lost five of last six visits to Manhattan.
-- Miami won its last four games (3-1 vs spread) with Orlando.
-- 76ers won seven of last nine games with Toronto.
-- Pistons lost last 10 games in Atlanta (4-2-1 vs spread last seven).
-- Bucks won/covered their last four games with Milwaukee.
-- Clippers won their last six games with Minnesota (4-2 vs spread).
-- Jazz won last four games with New Orleans; underdogs covered nine of last eleven series games.
-- Spurs won last three games with Boston by 1-12-15 points.
-- Kings won last three games with Phoenix; they rallied from behind to nips the Suns 107-104 at home last night.
-- Mavericks won ten of last eleven games with Houston.
-- Grizzlies won their last ten games with Golden State.

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:56 AM

NBA

Wednesday, November 20

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Trend Report
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7:00 PM
INDIANA vs. NEW YORK
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Indiana's last 6 games on the road
Indiana is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing New York
New York is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Indiana
New York is 15-7 SU in its last 22 games at home

7:00 PM
MIAMI vs. ORLANDO
Miami is 3-10-1 ATS in its last 14 games when playing on the road against Orlando
Miami is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Orlando's last 6 games when playing Miami
Orlando is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing Miami

7:00 PM
WASHINGTON vs. CLEVELAND
Washington is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Cleveland
Washington is 3-15 SU in its last 18 games when playing on the road against Cleveland
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Cleveland's last 15 games
Cleveland is 4-13 SU in its last 17 games

7:00 PM
TORONTO vs. PHILADELPHIA
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto's last 6 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
Toronto is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
Philadelphia is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Philadelphia's last 6 games when playing at home against Toronto

7:00 PM
BROOKLYN vs. CHARLOTTE
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Brooklyn's last 7 games
Brooklyn is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Charlotte is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing Brooklyn
Charlotte is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Brooklyn

7:30 PM
DETROIT vs. ATLANTA
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Detroit's last 5 games when playing Atlanta
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Detroit's last 5 games when playing on the road against Atlanta
Atlanta is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Detroit
Atlanta is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Detroit

8:00 PM
LA CLIPPERS vs. MINNESOTA
LA Clippers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing Minnesota
The total has gone OVER in 4 of the LA Clippers last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota's last 5 games when playing at home against LA Clippers
Minnesota is 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games when playing at home against LA Clippers

8:00 PM
PORTLAND vs. MILWAUKEE
Portland is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Milwaukee
Portland is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Milwaukee
Milwaukee is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 5 games at home

8:00 PM
UTAH vs. NEW ORLEANS
Utah is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing New Orleans
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Utah's last 5 games when playing on the road against New Orleans
The total has gone OVER in 6 of New Orleans's last 9 games
New Orleans is 4-11 SU in its last 15 games

8:30 PM
BOSTON vs. SAN ANTONIO
Boston is 5-16 SU in its last 21 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Boston's last 7 games when playing on the road against San Antonio
The total has gone OVER in 12 of San Antonio's last 17 games at home
San Antonio is 13-5 SU in its last 18 games when playing at home against Boston

9:00 PM
SACRAMENTO vs. PHOENIX
Sacramento is 2-12 SU in its last 14 games when playing on the road against Phoenix
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Sacramento's last 6 games
Phoenix is 7-17 SU in its last 24 games
Phoenix is 4-1-1 ATS in its last 6 games at home

9:30 PM
HOUSTON vs. DALLAS
Houston is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Dallas
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Houston's last 6 games when playing on the road against Dallas
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Dallas's last 6 games when playing at home against Houston
Dallas is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

10:30 PM
MEMPHIS vs. GOLDEN STATE
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Memphis's last 7 games when playing Golden State
Memphis is 3-10 ATS in its last 13 games
Golden State is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Memphis
Golden State is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Memphis

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**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 09:56 AM

NBA

Wednesday, November 20

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Pacers at Knicks: What bettors need to know
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Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks (+6.5, 186.5)

The New York Knicks look to snap a five-game home losing streak and a three-game slide overall when they host the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. New York's difficult start to the season continued Tuesday in Detroit, where they fell behind right after halftime and never led again in a 92-86 setback. Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points but was 8-for-20 from the floor and had seven turnovers.

The Pacers have had plenty of time to ****** their first loss of the season, a 110-94 setback at Chicago on Saturday. All five Indiana starters reached double figures but leading scorer Paul George was held to a season-low 12 points on 3-of-14 shooting. The home team won all four meetings between the Pacers and Knicks last season, and New York has won five of the last six encounters at Madison Square Garden.

TV: 7 p.m. ET, ESPN, FSN Indiana, MSG (New York)

Line: The line opened at New York +5.5 and has been bet to +6.5. The total opened at 188 and is now down to 186.5.

ABOUT THE PACERS (9-1): The loss to the Bulls was a severe departure from the norm for Indiana. It was coming off a 27-point win against Milwaukee the night before which represented Indiana's best offensive showing and largest margin of victory this season. In addition, no Pacers opponent had scored more than 91 points in the first nine games before Chicago broke out on the strength of an 11-for-19 showing from long range.

ABOUT THE KNICKS (3-7): Amid a three-game losing streak, New York has to try to find positives where it can. Perhaps one came Tuesday night in Detroit with the play of J.R. Smith, who finally showed some scoring punch after being thrust back into a sixth man role. Smith, who had 18 points on 7-of-15 shooting off the bench versus the Pistons, was a dismal 12-for-53 from the floor in four games as a starter.

TRENDS:

* Favorite is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings.
* Home team is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings.
* Under is 3-1-1 in the last five meetings in New York.
* Pacers are 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings in New York.

BUZZER BEATERS:

1. New York did not lose its seventh game last season until its 26th game.

2. Indiana C Roy Hibbert has 38 points, 20 rebounds and 11 blocked shots in his last two games.

3. Knicks F Metta World Peace (knee) and PG Raymond Felton (back) are both considered day-to-day.

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**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 10:03 AM

NCAAB
Dunkel

American at Ohio State
The 3-0 Buckeyes host an Eagles team that is 5-12 ATS in its last 17 games versus a team with a winning percentage above .600. Ohio State is the pick (-26) according to Dunkel, which has the Buckeyes favored by 35 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Ohio State (-26). Here are all of today's games.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Game 527-528: Dayton at Georgia Tech (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Dayton 61.755; Georgia Tech 63.842
Dunkel Line: Georgia Tech by 2
Vegas Line: Georgia Tech by 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Dayton (+7 1/2)

Game 529-530: Northwestern at Illinois-Chicago (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Northwestern 56.595; Illinois-Chicago 50.122
Dunkel Line: Northwestern by 6 1/2
Vegas Line: Northwestern by 4
Dunkel Pick: Northwestern (-4)

Game 531-532: Texas State at SMU (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Texas State 52.782; SMU 58.730
Dunkel Line: SMU by 6
Vegas Line: SMU by 13 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Texas State (+13 1/2)

Game 533-534: Miami (OH) at Xavier (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Miami (OH) 47.160; Xavier 68.656
Dunkel Line: Xavier by 21 1/2
Vegas Line: Xavier by 16
Dunkel Pick: Xavier (-16)

Game 535-536: Wichita State at Tulsa (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Wichita State 72.268; Tulsa 57.076
Dunkel Line: Wichita State by 15
Vegas Line: Wichita State by 5
Dunkel Pick: Wichita State (-5)

Game 537-538: Valparaiso at Evansville (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Valparaiso 62.806; Evansville 61.070
Dunkel Line: Valparaiso by 2
Vegas Line: Evansville by 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Valparaiso (+5 1/2)

Game 539-540: Iowa State at BYU (9:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Iowa State 73.581; BYU 70.079
Dunkel Line: Iowa State by 3 1/2
Vegas Line: BYU by 5 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Iowa State (+5 1/2)

Game 541-542: Cal Poly at Fresno State (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Cal Poly 52.315; Fresno State 66.782
Dunkel Line: Fresno State by 14 1/2
Vegas Line: Fresno State by 5
Dunkel Pick: Fresno State (-5)

Game 543-544: San Jose State at Pepperdine (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Jose State 40.673; Pepperdine 53.905
Dunkel Line: Pepperdine by 13
Vegas Line: Pepperdine by 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Pepperdine (-7 1/2)

Game 545-546: North Dakota State at Western Michigan (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: North Dakota State 56.701; Western Michigan 60.109
Dunkel Line: Western Michigan by 3 1/2
Vegas Line: North Dakota State by 3 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Western Michigan (+3 1/2)

Game 547-548: Eastern Illinois at Purdue (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Eastern Illinois 46.387; Purdue 68.806
Dunkel Line: Purdue by 22 1/2
Vegas Line: Purdue by 14 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Purdue (-14 1/2)

Game 549-550: Manhattan at Illinois State (11:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Manhattan 58.843; Illinois State 59.675
Dunkel Line: Illinois State by 1
Vegas Line: Manhattan by 2
Dunkel Pick: Illinois State (+2)

Game 561-562: Lehigh at Pittsburgh (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Lehigh 54.488; Pittsburgh 69.474
Dunkel Line: Pittsburgh by 15
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh by 18
Dunkel Pick: Lehigh (+18)

Game 563-564: American at Ohio State (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: American 44.488; Ohio State 80.222
Dunkel Line: Ohio State by 35 1/2
Vegas Line: Ohio State by 26
Dunkel Pick: Ohio State (-26)

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 10:52 AM

NCAAB
Long Sheet

Wednesday, November 20

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DAYTON (3 - 0) at GEORGIA TECH (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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NORTHWESTERN (1 - 2) at IL-CHICAGO (1 - 2) - 11/20/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IL-CHICAGO is 108-78 ATS (+22.2 Units) in all home games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 108-78 ATS (+22.2 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 101-69 ATS (+25.1 Units) after a non-conference game since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 101-66 ATS (+28.4 Units) in non-conference games since 1997.
IL-CHICAGO is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
IL-CHICAGO is 1-0 against the spread versus NORTHWESTERN over the last 3 seasons
IL-CHICAGO is 1-0 straight up against NORTHWESTERN over the last 3 seasons

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TEXAS ST (0 - 3) at SMU (2 - 1) - 11/20/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TEXAS ST is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in road games since 1997.
TEXAS ST is 14-4 ATS (+9.6 Units) in road lined games since 1997.
TEXAS ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in road games after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SMU is 1-0 against the spread versus TEXAS ST over the last 3 seasons
SMU is 1-0 straight up against TEXAS ST over the last 3 seasons

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MIAMI OHIO (0 - 2) at XAVIER (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
XAVIER is 28-14 ATS (+12.6 Units) in home games on Wednesday games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
MIAMI OHIO is 1-0 against the spread versus XAVIER over the last 3 seasons
XAVIER is 1-0 straight up against MIAMI OHIO 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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WICHITA ST (4 - 0) at TULSA (0 - 2) - 11/20/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WICHITA ST is 51-31 ATS (+16.9 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1997.
WICHITA ST is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WICHITA ST is 2-0 against the spread versus TULSA over the last 3 seasons
WICHITA ST is 2-0 straight up against TULSA 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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VALPARAISO (2 - 2) at EVANSVILLE (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
EVANSVILLE is 39-24 ATS (+12.6 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
EVANSVILLE is 39-24 ATS (+12.6 Units) in all lined 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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IOWA ST (3 - 0) at BYU (4 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 9:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
IOWA ST is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 77+ points/game since 1997.
BYU is 179-127 ATS (+39.3 Units) as a favorite since 1997.
BYU is 119-84 ATS (+26.6 Units) in all home games since 1997.
BYU is 119-84 ATS (+26.6 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
BYU is 55-33 ATS (+18.7 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
BYU is 54-32 ATS (+18.8 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.
BYU is 83-56 ATS (+21.4 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
IOWA ST is 38-23 ATS (+12.7 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
IOWA ST is 38-23 ATS (+12.7 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
IOWA ST is 30-16 ATS (+12.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
IOWA ST is 1-0 against the spread versus BYU over the last 3 seasons
IOWA ST is 1-0 straight up against BYU over the last 3 seasons

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CAL POLY-SLO (0 - 2) at FRESNO ST (2 - 1) - 11/20/2013, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FRESNO ST is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 2 seasons.
FRESNO ST is 19-9 ATS (+9.1 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.
FRESNO ST is 104-135 ATS (-44.5 Units) as a favorite since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
FRESNO ST is 1-1 against the spread versus CAL POLY-SLO over the last 3 seasons
FRESNO ST is 1-1 straight up against CAL POLY-SLO 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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SAN JOSE ST (0 - 4) at PEPPERDINE (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN JOSE ST is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
PEPPERDINE is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
PEPPERDINE is 26-43 ATS (-21.3 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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N DAKOTA ST (1 - 2) at W MICHIGAN (3 - 1) - 11/20/2013, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
N DAKOTA ST is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) in road games after a non-conference game since 1997.
N DAKOTA ST is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
W MICHIGAN is 1-1 against the spread versus N DAKOTA ST over the last 3 seasons
W MICHIGAN is 1-1 straight up against N DAKOTA ST 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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E ILLINOIS (2 - 1) at PURDUE (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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MANHATTAN (2 - 1) at ILLINOIS ST (1 - 2) - 11/20/2013, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MANHATTAN is 40-25 ATS (+12.5 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
MANHATTAN is 40-25 ATS (+12.5 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
MANHATTAN is 23-11 ATS (+10.9 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
MANHATTAN is 23-11 ATS (+10.9 Units) in road lined 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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AMERICAN (1 - 1) at OHIO ST (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OHIO ST is 264-218 ATS (+24.2 Units) in all games since 1997.
OHIO ST is 264-218 ATS (+24.2 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
OHIO ST is 183-144 ATS (+24.6 Units) as a favorite since 1997.

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

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LEHIGH (1 - 3) at PITTSBURGH (3 - 0) - 11/20/2013, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LEHIGH is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) versus good defensive teams - allowing <=64 points/game since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 1-0 against the spread versus LEHIGH over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 1-0 straight up against LEHIGH 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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**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 10:54 AM

NCAAB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Wednesday, November 20

Georgia Tech caoch Gregory came to Tech from Dayton; Jackets are 3-0 despite shooting 25.6% from arc- they had good win at Georgia Friday, grabbing 15 offensive boards, making 24-31 on foul line. Dayton won its first three games vs stiffs, despite turning ball over 21.2% of time, but they also made 48.3% behind arc. ACC home favorites are 9-13.

Northwestern lost 50-44 at home to Illinois-Chi LY, missing half their 20 foul shots, scoring only 18 points in second half; Wildcats got beat at home by young Illinois State team Sunday, their second loss in row after losing road opener at Stanford. UIC scored 62.5 ppg in losing first two D-I games, to Drake/Eastern Illinois. Big 10 home favorites are 8-8.

SMU hung on for 78-75 win at Texas State LY, after leading by 13 early in game; quick turnaround for Mustangs after Monday's 89-78 loss at Arkansas- SMU turned ball over 18 times, Hogs made 11-22 from arc. Texas State lost its first three games by 6-7-17 points, turning ball over 21.8% of time. AAC favorites are 13-8 vs spread, 2-2 away from home.

Xavier won its first three games, but turned ball over 21.4% of tine and shot 59.6% from line; they're 3-2 in last five games with Miami, taking wins by 6-7-3 points. Miami overscheduled and lost by 12-36 points in first two games, at Notre Dame/Arizona State- they're shooting 23.8% behind arc. Big East home favorites are 8-4 against the spread.

Wichita State hits road for first time after four wins by 14+ points- since they made Final Four last spring, Shockers have target on their back for mid-major foes. Wichita won its last three games with Tulsa by 3-10-26 points. Hurricane is 0-2, losing by combined nine points to Missouri St., Oral Roberts. MVC favorites are 4-6 vs spread, but 3-0 on road.

Valparaiso is 0-2 on road, losing at Illinois by 12, Ohio by 4; Crusaders turned ball over 22.2% of time, had 22% of shots blocked- thats terrible. Evansville scored 86.7 ppg in winning first three games, with D-I wins by 6-13 points. Aces made 42.1% of 3's, 85.5% from line (#3 in USA). MVC home favorites are 1-6; Horizon road underdogs are 9-9.

Iowa State pulled away (led by 11 at the half) for 83-62 home win over BYU LY; Cyclones shot 58% inside ard- they had a big home win over Michigan Sunday, in game with total of only 28 FTs. BYU won 112-103 at Stanford last week; Cougars are playing fastest tempo in country after 11 days, making 45.2% behind arc, turning ball over only 12.2% of time.

Fresno State beat Cal Poly 76-67 LY, after losing at home to Mustangs year before; Bulldogs are 2-1, losing by 21 at Pitt, beating couple of Big West teams, Irvine by 1 in OT, Northridge by 19. Cal Poly lost its first two games by 11-2 points, scoring only 60 ppg- they've turned ball over 22.9% of time. Mountain West road teams are 7-5 against the spread.

Pepperdine beat three stiffs to start year, but seeing as they were 12-27 last two years, they were stiffs then, so this is progress; Waves made an impressive 44.2% behind arc in first three games. San Jose State scored 60.8 ppg in losing its first four games; none of its foes are ranked above #164 in country. WCC home favorites are 13-4 against the spread.

North Dakota State lost by point at home to Southern Miss Monday; they must think they're going to win league- their non-league schedule is better- they lost by 13 at St Mary's before that. Western Michigan went 2-1 out in Hawai'i last week, losing at hosts by 10; Broncos lost three starters from LY's 22-13 team. MAC underdogs are 9-7 against spread.

Purdue is 3-0, but they beat Northern Kentucky by 1, Rider by 4, so its not an impressive start by Boilers, who have four starters back from LY and expect to be improved this year (16-18 LY). Eastern Illinois lost at Northwestern by 17, then won at UIC by 20. they've got 11 new guys on team this year after going 11-21 LY. OVC road underdogs are 9-13.

Illinois State lost first two games by 38 at VCU, by 8 at home to a good Drexel team, then upset Northwestern in Evanston Sunday; this wll be their 4th game alreadyvs team ranked in top 120. Redbirds are shooting just 24.2% from arc. Manhattan made 44.9% of its 3's in 2-1 start, with double OT win at LaSalle, 71-70 win vs Columbia, 80-74 loss at GW.

**Udog** · 11-20-2013, 10:57 AM

NCAAB

Wednesday, November 20

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Trend Report
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1:00 PM
CEDARVILLE vs. TULANE
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Tulane is 18-4 SU in its last 22 games at home
Tulane is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
CAMPBELL vs. CINCINNATI
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Cincinnati is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Cincinnati is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
CHARLESTON SOUTHERN vs. BAYLOR
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Baylor is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Baylor is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
GREENSBORO vs. UNC GREENSBORO
No trends available
UNC Greensboro is 4-8 SU in its last 12 games
UNC Greensboro is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
NORTH DAKOTA STATE vs. WESTERN MICHIGAN
No trends available
Western Michigan is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Western Michigan is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
ALBANY vs. DUQUESNE
No trends available
Duquesne is 2-19 SU in its last 21 games
Duquesne is 1-9 SU in its last 10 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
HIGH POINT vs. WILLIAM & MARY
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William & Mary is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home
William & Mary is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
HAMPTON vs. QUINNIPIAC
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Quinnipiac is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games
Quinnipiac is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
BRYANT vs. HARVARD
No trends available
Harvard is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Harvard is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
HOLY CROSS vs. FAIRFIELD
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Fairfield is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Holy Cross
Fairfield is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
CORNELL vs. COLGATE
Cornell is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road
No trends available

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL vs. NORTH CAROLINA STATE
No trends available
North Carolina State is 10-5 SU in its last 15 games
North Carolina State is 18-2 SU in its last 20 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
PRINCETON vs. LAFAYETTE
Princeton is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Lafayette
No trends available

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
DAYTON vs. GEORGIA TECH
Dayton is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
Dayton is 1-9 SU in its last 10 games on the road
Georgia Tech is 17-6 SU in its last 23 games at home
Georgia Tech is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:00 PM
EASTERN ILLINOIS vs. PURDUE
Eastern Illinois is 6-15 SU in its last 21 games on the road
Purdue is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
Purdue is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:30 PM
AMERICAN vs. OHIO STATE
No trends available
Ohio State is 14-1 SU in its last 15 games
Ohio State is 12-1 SU in its last 13 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:30 PM
LEHIGH vs. PITTSBURGH
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Pittsburgh is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games
Pittsburgh is 20-5 SU in its last 25 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:30 PM
OHIO vs. MORGAN STATE
Ohio is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games on the road
No trends available

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NOVEMBER 20, 7:45 PM
THIEL vs. YOUNGSTOWN STATE
No trends available
Youngstown State is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
Youngstown State is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
NORTHWESTERN vs. ILLINOIS-CHICAGO
Northwestern is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games on the road
Northwestern is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Illinois-Chicago is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
Illinois-Chicago is 13-6 SU in its last 19 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
LIPSCOMB vs. BELMONT
No trends available
Belmont is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Belmont is 20-4 SU in its last 24 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
UMKC vs. TENNESSEE-MARTIN
UMKC is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games on the road
Tennessee-Martin is 8-16 SU in its last 24 games at home
Tennessee-Martin is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
LOUISIANA TECH vs. CENTRAL ARKANSAS
Louisiana Tech is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Louisiana Tech is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
TEXAS STATE vs. SOUTHERN METHODIST
Texas State is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games on the road
Southern Methodist is 7-14 SU in its last 21 games
Southern Methodist is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
WICHITA STATE vs. TULSA
Wichita State is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Tulsa
Wichita State is 15-7 SU in its last 22 games on the road
Tulsa is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing Wichita State
Tulsa is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
RICE vs. TEXAS A&M C.C.
Rice is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road
No trends available

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:00 PM
MIAMI (OHIO) vs. XAVIER
Miami (Ohio) is 1-9 SU in its last 10 games on the road
Miami (Ohio) is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Xavier
Xavier is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
Xavier is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:05 PM
MANHATTAN vs. ILLINOIS STATE
Manhattan is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games on the road
Illinois State is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games
Illinois State is 18-7 SU in its last 25 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 8:05 PM
GRAMBLING STATE vs. MISSOURI STATE
No trends available
Missouri State is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
Missouri State is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 9:00 PM
COLORADO CHRISTIAN vs. AIR FORCE
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Air Force is 10-2 SU in its last 12 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 9:00 PM
NORTHERN COLORADO vs. NEW MEXICO STATE
Northern Colorado is 6-16 SU in its last 22 games on the road
Northern Colorado is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
New Mexico State is 21-4 SU in its last 25 games
New Mexico State is 15-1 SU in its last 16 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 9:00 PM
VALPARAISO vs. EVANSVILLE
Valparaiso is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games on the road
Evansville is 14-2 SU in its last 16 games at home
Evansville is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 9:30 PM
IOWA STATE vs. BYU
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Iowa State's last 10 games on the road
BYU is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games
BYU is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 10:00 PM
SAN JOSE STATE vs. PEPPERDINE
San Jose State is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Pepperdine is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games at home
Pepperdine is 6-12 SU in its last 18 games

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NOVEMBER 20, 10:00 PM
CAL POLY vs. FRESNO STATE
Cal Poly is 4-20 SU in its last 24 games on the road
Fresno State is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Cal Poly
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Fresno State's last 5 games at home

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NOVEMBER 20, 10:30 PM
SAN DIEGO CHRISTIAN vs. SAN DIEGO STATE
No trends available
San Diego State is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games
San Diego State is 18-3 SU in its last 21 games at home

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