SERVICE PLAYS FOR TUES. 1/8
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MIKE ROSE
CBB
1/8/2008
BYU -1.5
INDIANA -10
MISSOURI STATE -6
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS -11
NORTHERN IOWA 9
SETON HALL 17
GEORGETOWN -7
PURDUE at MICHIGAN STATE Under 134
SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI -5
CBB
1/8/2008
BYU -1.5
INDIANA -10
MISSOURI STATE -6
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS -11
NORTHERN IOWA 9
SETON HALL 17
GEORGETOWN -7
PURDUE at MICHIGAN STATE Under 134
SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI -5
VEGAS SPORTS PICS
Wichita State Shockers + 6 over (at) Missouri State Bears
Missouri State (8-7) starting center Richards (mononucleosis) and starting guard Laurie (concussion) are both reported out off playing in all 15 games this season. Wichita State (8-6) is 6-2 ATS last eight games and 8-2 ATS last ten meetings.
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Alabama Crimson Tide - 2 over Florida Gators
Alabama (11-4) vs. Florida (13-2) which lost most all key players from last season's national champ team is 0-1 road losing at Ohio State 62-49 on 12/22. Teams have split last two meetings, Florida at home rallying from 18 back winning 76-67 last season, Bama winning at home 82-77 the previous season.
Wichita State Shockers + 6 over (at) Missouri State Bears
Missouri State (8-7) starting center Richards (mononucleosis) and starting guard Laurie (concussion) are both reported out off playing in all 15 games this season. Wichita State (8-6) is 6-2 ATS last eight games and 8-2 ATS last ten meetings.
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Alabama Crimson Tide - 2 over Florida Gators
Alabama (11-4) vs. Florida (13-2) which lost most all key players from last season's national champ team is 0-1 road losing at Ohio State 62-49 on 12/22. Teams have split last two meetings, Florida at home rallying from 18 back winning 76-67 last season, Bama winning at home 82-77 the previous season.
GINA FROM SPORTS RUMBLE
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 7:00 p.m. est.
New Jersey Nets (17-16) at Charlotte Bobcats (11-21)
The struggling Bobcats have lost seven of their last eight games, including Sunday's, 93-89 to Milwaukee. Go with Nets to continue their surge, New Jersey has won five straight and have beaten the haphazard Bobcats in the last five meetings at Charlotte Bobcats Arena. New Jersey has won and covered four of their last five road games and is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games in Charlotte.
New Jersey Nets
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 (Eastern Time)
Time Game Today's Pick
7:00 p.m. New Jersey (17-16) at Charlotte (11-21) New Jersey Nets -2
8:00 p.m. LA Lakers (21-11) at Memphis (10-23) Los Angeles Lakers -5?
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 7:00 p.m. est.
New Jersey Nets (17-16) at Charlotte Bobcats (11-21)
The struggling Bobcats have lost seven of their last eight games, including Sunday's, 93-89 to Milwaukee. Go with Nets to continue their surge, New Jersey has won five straight and have beaten the haphazard Bobcats in the last five meetings at Charlotte Bobcats Arena. New Jersey has won and covered four of their last five road games and is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games in Charlotte.
New Jersey Nets
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 (Eastern Time)
Time Game Today's Pick
7:00 p.m. New Jersey (17-16) at Charlotte (11-21) New Jersey Nets -2
8:00 p.m. LA Lakers (21-11) at Memphis (10-23) Los Angeles Lakers -5?
STAN SHARP
Tue, 01/08/08 - 7:00 PMStan Sharp | CBB Sides
double-dime bet726 SW Mo -5.5 (-110) BetUS vs 725 Wichita St
Analysis: We get great line value here as Vegas has over compensated the line because Wichita St scored 80 in their last game and Missouri St. scored only 49 in their last. Expect a return to form from Missouri St as they win big tonight. TAKE MISSOURI ST. as STAN'S MISSOURI VALLEY CONF BIG BET OF THE WEEK and make them a DOUBLE DIME PLAY.
Tue, 01/08/08 - 7:00 PMStan Sharp | CBB Sides
double-dime bet726 SW Mo -5.5 (-110) BetUS vs 725 Wichita St
Analysis: We get great line value here as Vegas has over compensated the line because Wichita St scored 80 in their last game and Missouri St. scored only 49 in their last. Expect a return to form from Missouri St as they win big tonight. TAKE MISSOURI ST. as STAN'S MISSOURI VALLEY CONF BIG BET OF THE WEEK and make them a DOUBLE DIME PLAY.
Doc's Sports's
NBA Daily Picks
Matchup: Houston at Washington
Time: 7:05 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Houston (+3-110)
Line Source: LEROYS
Posted on: January 8, 2008 @ 1:15:32 PM EST
The Rockets have been learning to play well without Tracy McGrady and we have been very impressed with their play as of late. They have won four of their last six and that included a road win at Orlando and they actually had a lead in Boston until late in the fourth quarter. The Wizards have been playing mediocre basketball and they have feasted on some of the lesser teams in the league recently. The Rockets are 2-0 ATS this season as a slim dog and we think they will challenge for the outright win tonight. They have dominated this series ATS as of late as they have covered in six of the last eight meetings.
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Member Plays
Matchup: Milwaukee at Philadelphia
Time: 7:05 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Milwaukee (+6-110)
Line Source: CAESARS
Posted on: January 8, 2008 @ 1:15:32 PM EST
This is an underdog that could very easily win straight up. The Sixers just completed a brutal six-game road trip that saw them go 2-4 with wins over undermanned Sacramento and Seattle squads. Against the stronger Western teams they were dominated and they have up an average of over 110 points per game defensively in their last three, allowing the Lakers to shoot over 66% from the field. Milwaukee had been struggling to score points but they adjusted their offense to get Andrew Bogut more involved for their last game against Charlotte and he responded with a 10-of-15 shooting performance and 25 points. According to published reports, the Bucks plan on more of the same tonight and solid post play helped burn them on their recent road swing. The underdog in this series is 15-6-1 ATS in the last 22 meetings.
NBA Daily Picks
Matchup: Houston at Washington
Time: 7:05 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Houston (+3-110)
Line Source: LEROYS
Posted on: January 8, 2008 @ 1:15:32 PM EST
The Rockets have been learning to play well without Tracy McGrady and we have been very impressed with their play as of late. They have won four of their last six and that included a road win at Orlando and they actually had a lead in Boston until late in the fourth quarter. The Wizards have been playing mediocre basketball and they have feasted on some of the lesser teams in the league recently. The Rockets are 2-0 ATS this season as a slim dog and we think they will challenge for the outright win tonight. They have dominated this series ATS as of late as they have covered in six of the last eight meetings.
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Member Plays
Matchup: Milwaukee at Philadelphia
Time: 7:05 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Milwaukee (+6-110)
Line Source: CAESARS
Posted on: January 8, 2008 @ 1:15:32 PM EST
This is an underdog that could very easily win straight up. The Sixers just completed a brutal six-game road trip that saw them go 2-4 with wins over undermanned Sacramento and Seattle squads. Against the stronger Western teams they were dominated and they have up an average of over 110 points per game defensively in their last three, allowing the Lakers to shoot over 66% from the field. Milwaukee had been struggling to score points but they adjusted their offense to get Andrew Bogut more involved for their last game against Charlotte and he responded with a 10-of-15 shooting performance and 25 points. According to published reports, the Bucks plan on more of the same tonight and solid post play helped burn them on their recent road swing. The underdog in this series is 15-6-1 ATS in the last 22 meetings.
J BELL .. pay if win
FOUR 2000* HOOPS LOCKS
BYU -1 over Wake Forest
Bradley +11 over South Miss.
Alabama -2 over Florida
Fresno State +4 over St Mary's Ca.
PS- I AM AWARE BRADLEY IS PLAYING S. ILLINOIS- I GUESS JASON DOESNT KNOW!!!
FOUR 2000* HOOPS LOCKS
BYU -1 over Wake Forest
Bradley +11 over South Miss.
Alabama -2 over Florida
Fresno State +4 over St Mary's Ca.
PS- I AM AWARE BRADLEY IS PLAYING S. ILLINOIS- I GUESS JASON DOESNT KNOW!!!
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Matt Moore's
NCAA Basketball Daily Picks
Plays
Matchup: Indiana at Michigan
Time: 7:00 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Michigan (+10-110)
Line Source: BETUS
Posted on: January 8, 2008 @ 1:48:37 AM EST
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Member Plays
Matchup: St Marys (CA) at Fresno St
Time: 10:00 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Fresno St (+5-110)
Line Source: CAESARS
NCAA Basketball Daily Picks
Plays
Matchup: Indiana at Michigan
Time: 7:00 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Michigan (+10-110)
Line Source: BETUS
Posted on: January 8, 2008 @ 1:48:37 AM EST
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Member Plays
Matchup: St Marys (CA) at Fresno St
Time: 10:00 PM EDT (Tue)
Play: Fresno St (+5-110)
Line Source: CAESARS
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Nelly
Central Florida + over Southern Mississippi
Both teams are coming off brutal losses to poorly rated teams but Central Florida is most likely to rebound despite playing on the road in this match-up. Southern Mississippi is a bit overvalued as the overall ATS numbers are strong but the Eagles have lost three consecutive games, shooting 40 percent or worse in all three games. Central Florida needs a bounce back performance from a loss to Sam Houston State and the Knights are in position to make it happen. Southern Miss has played an extremely weak schedule and the impressive home record is built with wins over storied programs such as Spring Hill, Belhaven, William Carey, and Alcorn State. Look for Central Florida to pull off the upset as they are in need of a strong performance in a road game.
Jimmy The Moose
Game: Chicago Blackhawks at Montreal Canadiens Jan 8 2008 7:35PM
Prediction: over
Reason: Chicago has played over the total in 3 of their last 4 road games. In their last 6 games following 1 day rest the over is 4-1-1. Over their last 5 games they have struggled to score goals but their D has allowed an average of 4.20 GPG. The Canadiens have played the over in 5 straight games. Over their last 5 they are averaging 4.60 GPG. The over is 4-0 in their last 4 vs. a team with a losing record. In their last 36 games vs. a team from the Western Conference the over is a profitable 25-10-1. Two of the last 3 meetings have played the over. Play the Over.
RAZOR SHARP
HOUSTON +2 over Washington
COMPUTER SPORTS
ALABAMA -2 1/2
TOTALS 4 U
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS - 9
MIKE WYNN
UConn -13 Over St Johns
DAVE COKIN
St. Mary's is off a bad game at Texas over the weekend, but the Gaels are a terrific team with a legit chance to challenge Gonzaga for the WCC crown this season. Fresno State is ordinary and their home court isn't what it used to be. Note that these teams have two common opponents this season. St Mary's went 2-0 in those games, while Fresno was 0-2. Cheap price in my opinion, so I'll lay it with St. Mary's
PLATINUM PLAYS
CBB: the MICHIGAN WOLVERINES + 9 Over the Indiana Hoosiers
#1 SPORTS
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS - 9
HUDDLE UP
Seattle +9 (NBA)
JAMES PATRICK
Loyola Maryland vs. Kansas 8:00 p.m. est.
The Jayhawks are playing as good as anyone in the country at the present and we like #748 Kansas Jayhawks to put a clinic on at the expense of Loyola Maryland in this game as our Tuesday selection
BIG TIME SPORTS
TUESDAY JANUARY 8th
SEATTLE /CLEVELAND OVER 194
DARK HORSE
NCAA - Alabama -2 over Florida
VEGAS STEAMLINE
Take Siena -9 over Fairfield
Tony Mathews
Matchup: Purdue vs. Michigan State
Selection: Michigan State -14 (-110)
Explanation: We will side with Michigan State as they face-off against Purdue in Tuesday's College Basketball contest.
The Michigan State offense will be able to get the job done tonight. Michigan State (at home) is scoring an average of 80.5 points per game, while Purdue (on the road) is scoring an average of only 60.5 points per game. To say the least, this Michigan State team should have no problem outscoring Purdue.
Purdue is winless on the road this season (0-2 road record), while Michigan State is 16-7 ATS in their last 23 home games.
The favorite has been a smart investment in the past when these teams play each other. In fact, the favorite is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings between these teams.
Take Michigan State -14
HeadWaiter Sports
NHL
Philadelphia Flyers ~vs~ Atlanta Thrashers
Philadelphia Flyers +103
Vernon Croy
Houston Rockets vs. Washington Wizards (NBA)
Jan 8, 2008 7:05 PM EST
Play: Washington Wizards
1 Unit, Take Washington -2, The Wizards are actually a pretty good home team with a 10-7 SU and they are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games played. Houston is shooting just 32.1% from 3 point range as a team this season and the Wizards opponents are shooting just 37.5% from 3 points range against them this season. The Wizards are shooting 46% as a team at home this season while averaging 100.1 ppg and they will get plenty of shots against this Houston team that has averaged 17.5 turnovers per game over their last 4 games. The Wizards are 12-4 ATS as a favorite this season and they are also 9-4 ATS off a win by 10 or more points. Houston is just 14-23 ATS in their last 37 games when playing with 2 days rest and the Wizards have outscored their opponents by an average of 10.4 ppg over their last 5 games played. This is a very small number for the Washington Wizards to cover at home tonight so take them ATS
Bob Harvey Sports
NHL
Nashville Predators ~vs~ Los Angeles Kings
Over 5.5 (-119)
POWER PLAYS
NBA Houston vs. Washington
Take Houston Rockets
It is all about the defense as Houston looks for their 3rd straight win in 5 days. The Rockets are ranked 5th overall in defense and Washington is 14th. When the Wizards play against teams like Boston and Detroit-big defense teams-they do not fare well. Look for a close game with the Rockets and the Wizards today. Take the points on Houston.
FAT JACK SPORTS
NCAA Basketball
1/8/2008 at 7:00:00 PM
BYU at Wake Forest
BYU -1
Bobby Maxwell
The Rockets have won two straight and four of six without star Tracy McGrady and come in off a road win in Orlando and a home win vs. New York. So let's grab the few points and take them today to keep up the good work and make it three in a row.
Houston shot 53.2 percent from the field against the Knicks in Saturday's 103-91 win, covering as nine-point favorites. The Rockets beat Orlando on Friday 96-94, cashing as five-point underdogs. They are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 overall and 5-1 ATS in their last six without McGrady.
Houston has won seven of the last eight matchups (6-2 ATS) with Washington and four in a row (3-1 ATS). Houston went to Washington in December 2006 and scored a 114-109 win as one-point favorites. In fact, last two trips to Washington have gone well for the Rockets as they won there 123-111 in Jan. 2006 as 5 1/2-point underdogs.
Washington has won three of four SU and ATS but the defense of Houston and the big Yao in the middle, this game should go the Rockets' way. Grab the small points and play the Rockets.
3♦ HOUSTON
Jason Deihl
NBA
1/8/2008 at 8:00:00 PM
LA Lakers at Memphis
LA Lakers -5
MATT RIVERS
For Tuesday take the Timberwolves
It's certainly not the easiest thing to back this Minnesota team as they continue to lose game after game and probably will not win more than 13-15 games all season long but the Heat are an absolute disaster and at home the Timberwolves will win some games and there may not be a much better spot than this one.
Shaq is out indefinitely, Dwyane Wade is banged up and the rest of Pat Riley's squad is absolutely dismal right now. It's hard to believe that Miami would have a whole eight wins this late into the season but that's a fact and things really should not be getting much better anytime soon as the players just do not seem to even care.
Minnesota is a league worst 4-29 but this is a very winnable game for them and the 'Wolves continue to play a lot harder than tonight's horrific opponent. Al Jefferson is on his way to becoming a superstar and will dominate the paint tonight and guys like Rashad McCants, Craig Smith, Ryan Gomes and Corey Brewer are young kids that continue to improve. The record may not show much for the home squad but they will win some games before the season is out and at home here is a perfect spot for victory number five.
florida booky busters
NBA
1/8/2008 at 8:00:00 PM
LA Lakers at Memphis
LA Lakers/Memphis o215
Michael Cannon
Take the Lakers as the road chalk tonight over the Grizzlies.
Kobe Bryant has been heating up with repeated 30-point performances and Andrew Bynum is having a breakout year at center.
Los Angeles' bench has been better than advertised and has allowed the Lakers to give some of their key starters a valuable blow here and there.
The Lakers are 4-0 ATS in their last four against Western Conference foes and 4-1 ATS in their last five overall.
The Grizzlies are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as a home underdog.
Take the Lakers as the road chalk as they grab the win and cover.
2♦ LA LAKERS
TONY WESTON
Maybe it?s a little surprising to many people how well the Rockets have played with Tracy McGrady not in the lineup. He?s the team leader, he?s the franchise and he makes the team go. But without him, other players have been forced to make strong contributions and not rely on one guy.
The Rockets are 5-1 ATS their L6 games with T-Mac not in the lineup and have lost only two games SU in that stretch. They?ve gone 3-0 on the road ATS with wins at Memphis, Boston and Orlando.
But this current three-game win streak ATS Houston is on is going to stop tonight against a hot Wizards team that?s also 5-1 ATS its L6. For the year the Wiz are 10-7 at home ATS and are 7-4 their L11 games, including Sunday?s 22-point beat down on the Sonics.
Also consider that over their L5 games Washington is scoring five more points than Houston (100.8-95.6) and is allowing four more points (90.4-94.6).
Playing without T-Mac is going to start to catch up to the Rockets and that begins tonight.
Take the Wizards at home.
3♦ WIZARDS (1♦ to 5♦ Scale)
Global Handicapping
NBA
1/8/2008 at 7:00:00 PM
New Jersey at Charlotte
New Jersey -1.5
Nelly
Central Florida + over Southern Mississippi
Both teams are coming off brutal losses to poorly rated teams but Central Florida is most likely to rebound despite playing on the road in this match-up. Southern Mississippi is a bit overvalued as the overall ATS numbers are strong but the Eagles have lost three consecutive games, shooting 40 percent or worse in all three games. Central Florida needs a bounce back performance from a loss to Sam Houston State and the Knights are in position to make it happen. Southern Miss has played an extremely weak schedule and the impressive home record is built with wins over storied programs such as Spring Hill, Belhaven, William Carey, and Alcorn State. Look for Central Florida to pull off the upset as they are in need of a strong performance in a road game.
Jimmy The Moose
Game: Chicago Blackhawks at Montreal Canadiens Jan 8 2008 7:35PM
Prediction: over
Reason: Chicago has played over the total in 3 of their last 4 road games. In their last 6 games following 1 day rest the over is 4-1-1. Over their last 5 games they have struggled to score goals but their D has allowed an average of 4.20 GPG. The Canadiens have played the over in 5 straight games. Over their last 5 they are averaging 4.60 GPG. The over is 4-0 in their last 4 vs. a team with a losing record. In their last 36 games vs. a team from the Western Conference the over is a profitable 25-10-1. Two of the last 3 meetings have played the over. Play the Over.
RAZOR SHARP
HOUSTON +2 over Washington
COMPUTER SPORTS
ALABAMA -2 1/2
TOTALS 4 U
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS - 9
MIKE WYNN
UConn -13 Over St Johns
DAVE COKIN
St. Mary's is off a bad game at Texas over the weekend, but the Gaels are a terrific team with a legit chance to challenge Gonzaga for the WCC crown this season. Fresno State is ordinary and their home court isn't what it used to be. Note that these teams have two common opponents this season. St Mary's went 2-0 in those games, while Fresno was 0-2. Cheap price in my opinion, so I'll lay it with St. Mary's
PLATINUM PLAYS
CBB: the MICHIGAN WOLVERINES + 9 Over the Indiana Hoosiers
#1 SPORTS
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS - 9
HUDDLE UP
Seattle +9 (NBA)
JAMES PATRICK
Loyola Maryland vs. Kansas 8:00 p.m. est.
The Jayhawks are playing as good as anyone in the country at the present and we like #748 Kansas Jayhawks to put a clinic on at the expense of Loyola Maryland in this game as our Tuesday selection
BIG TIME SPORTS
TUESDAY JANUARY 8th
SEATTLE /CLEVELAND OVER 194
DARK HORSE
NCAA - Alabama -2 over Florida
VEGAS STEAMLINE
Take Siena -9 over Fairfield
Tony Mathews
Matchup: Purdue vs. Michigan State
Selection: Michigan State -14 (-110)
Explanation: We will side with Michigan State as they face-off against Purdue in Tuesday's College Basketball contest.
The Michigan State offense will be able to get the job done tonight. Michigan State (at home) is scoring an average of 80.5 points per game, while Purdue (on the road) is scoring an average of only 60.5 points per game. To say the least, this Michigan State team should have no problem outscoring Purdue.
Purdue is winless on the road this season (0-2 road record), while Michigan State is 16-7 ATS in their last 23 home games.
The favorite has been a smart investment in the past when these teams play each other. In fact, the favorite is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings between these teams.
Take Michigan State -14
HeadWaiter Sports
NHL
Philadelphia Flyers ~vs~ Atlanta Thrashers
Philadelphia Flyers +103
Vernon Croy
Houston Rockets vs. Washington Wizards (NBA)
Jan 8, 2008 7:05 PM EST
Play: Washington Wizards
1 Unit, Take Washington -2, The Wizards are actually a pretty good home team with a 10-7 SU and they are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games played. Houston is shooting just 32.1% from 3 point range as a team this season and the Wizards opponents are shooting just 37.5% from 3 points range against them this season. The Wizards are shooting 46% as a team at home this season while averaging 100.1 ppg and they will get plenty of shots against this Houston team that has averaged 17.5 turnovers per game over their last 4 games. The Wizards are 12-4 ATS as a favorite this season and they are also 9-4 ATS off a win by 10 or more points. Houston is just 14-23 ATS in their last 37 games when playing with 2 days rest and the Wizards have outscored their opponents by an average of 10.4 ppg over their last 5 games played. This is a very small number for the Washington Wizards to cover at home tonight so take them ATS
Bob Harvey Sports
NHL
Nashville Predators ~vs~ Los Angeles Kings
Over 5.5 (-119)
POWER PLAYS
NBA Houston vs. Washington
Take Houston Rockets
It is all about the defense as Houston looks for their 3rd straight win in 5 days. The Rockets are ranked 5th overall in defense and Washington is 14th. When the Wizards play against teams like Boston and Detroit-big defense teams-they do not fare well. Look for a close game with the Rockets and the Wizards today. Take the points on Houston.
FAT JACK SPORTS
NCAA Basketball
1/8/2008 at 7:00:00 PM
BYU at Wake Forest
BYU -1
Bobby Maxwell
The Rockets have won two straight and four of six without star Tracy McGrady and come in off a road win in Orlando and a home win vs. New York. So let's grab the few points and take them today to keep up the good work and make it three in a row.
Houston shot 53.2 percent from the field against the Knicks in Saturday's 103-91 win, covering as nine-point favorites. The Rockets beat Orlando on Friday 96-94, cashing as five-point underdogs. They are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 overall and 5-1 ATS in their last six without McGrady.
Houston has won seven of the last eight matchups (6-2 ATS) with Washington and four in a row (3-1 ATS). Houston went to Washington in December 2006 and scored a 114-109 win as one-point favorites. In fact, last two trips to Washington have gone well for the Rockets as they won there 123-111 in Jan. 2006 as 5 1/2-point underdogs.
Washington has won three of four SU and ATS but the defense of Houston and the big Yao in the middle, this game should go the Rockets' way. Grab the small points and play the Rockets.
3♦ HOUSTON
Jason Deihl
NBA
1/8/2008 at 8:00:00 PM
LA Lakers at Memphis
LA Lakers -5
MATT RIVERS
For Tuesday take the Timberwolves
It's certainly not the easiest thing to back this Minnesota team as they continue to lose game after game and probably will not win more than 13-15 games all season long but the Heat are an absolute disaster and at home the Timberwolves will win some games and there may not be a much better spot than this one.
Shaq is out indefinitely, Dwyane Wade is banged up and the rest of Pat Riley's squad is absolutely dismal right now. It's hard to believe that Miami would have a whole eight wins this late into the season but that's a fact and things really should not be getting much better anytime soon as the players just do not seem to even care.
Minnesota is a league worst 4-29 but this is a very winnable game for them and the 'Wolves continue to play a lot harder than tonight's horrific opponent. Al Jefferson is on his way to becoming a superstar and will dominate the paint tonight and guys like Rashad McCants, Craig Smith, Ryan Gomes and Corey Brewer are young kids that continue to improve. The record may not show much for the home squad but they will win some games before the season is out and at home here is a perfect spot for victory number five.
florida booky busters
NBA
1/8/2008 at 8:00:00 PM
LA Lakers at Memphis
LA Lakers/Memphis o215
Michael Cannon
Take the Lakers as the road chalk tonight over the Grizzlies.
Kobe Bryant has been heating up with repeated 30-point performances and Andrew Bynum is having a breakout year at center.
Los Angeles' bench has been better than advertised and has allowed the Lakers to give some of their key starters a valuable blow here and there.
The Lakers are 4-0 ATS in their last four against Western Conference foes and 4-1 ATS in their last five overall.
The Grizzlies are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as a home underdog.
Take the Lakers as the road chalk as they grab the win and cover.
2♦ LA LAKERS
TONY WESTON
Maybe it?s a little surprising to many people how well the Rockets have played with Tracy McGrady not in the lineup. He?s the team leader, he?s the franchise and he makes the team go. But without him, other players have been forced to make strong contributions and not rely on one guy.
The Rockets are 5-1 ATS their L6 games with T-Mac not in the lineup and have lost only two games SU in that stretch. They?ve gone 3-0 on the road ATS with wins at Memphis, Boston and Orlando.
But this current three-game win streak ATS Houston is on is going to stop tonight against a hot Wizards team that?s also 5-1 ATS its L6. For the year the Wiz are 10-7 at home ATS and are 7-4 their L11 games, including Sunday?s 22-point beat down on the Sonics.
Also consider that over their L5 games Washington is scoring five more points than Houston (100.8-95.6) and is allowing four more points (90.4-94.6).
Playing without T-Mac is going to start to catch up to the Rockets and that begins tonight.
Take the Wizards at home.
3♦ WIZARDS (1♦ to 5♦ Scale)
Global Handicapping
NBA
1/8/2008 at 7:00:00 PM
New Jersey at Charlotte
New Jersey -1.5
Drew Gordon
Drew Gordon
Drew Gordon:
Today's Games...
1. 200,000♦ Alabama
2. 50,000♦ Southern Miss
3. 50,000♦ Jazz
1. Alabama- While its hard to believe this Florida team will play as badly as it did at Ohio State, the fact of the matter is they got exposed in that game. Ohio State's size and defense gave them fits, and tonight in Tuscaloosa, I expect too see many of the same issues arise against a solid 'Bama squad.
First of all, 'Bama has all the quality size necessary to negate the talented, but young Gators frontline. With their top-3 scorers coming from the frontcourt, including star F Richard Hendrix, there's no question underclassmen forwards Speights and Parsons will have trouble matching up. Tide forwards Gee and Riley can both hit from the outside (both shoot over 41% from beyond the arc), and will stretch this Gators defense to its limits.
Second, it may have taken some time, but it appears as though the Tide have finally found someone to confidently run their offense in PG Rico Pickett. The loss of star PG Richard Steele was no laughing matter, as he was their unquestioned floor general. But while Pickett is just a freshman, he's gotten better from game to game, posting rock-solid numbers against one of the Tide's toughest opponents in Clemson last week (12 points, 6 assists).
Finally, let's not forget that Florida handed the Tide a 76-67 loss in Gainesville in their only meeting last season. Alabama would like nothing more than to return the favor in tonight's match up, and the numbers bode well, as the home team is 7-3-1 ATS over their last 11 meetings.
Bottom line, the Tide protect their house, against a young, and road-weary Gators squad in this one. In case you haven't noticed this is not the same veteran-laden Gators team as in years past, and it'll show tonight in Tuscaloosa... Just like it did at Columbus against Ohio State. Margin won't be as big, but the result is the same, a solid win and cover for the home team Crimson Tide!
Take Alabama over Florida as your top-rated play of the day.
2. Southern Miss- Got to love the Golden Eagles in this spot against a Central Florida team which has done little on the road to prove they can hang. They failed to cover in losses at Nevada and South Florida, but even more telling was their most recent road loss - at Sam Houston State in a non-lined contest!
It wasn't just that they lost 60-58 in overtime, but the way they lost, shooting just 37% and commiting 17 turnovers against a team that they should've beaten. If they thought beating a Southland Conference team was difficult, what do you think will happen against a solid CUSA team, that also happens to be 7-1 SU at home (2-1 ATS)?!
Golden Eagles are especially dangerous at home on the offensive end, where they average 77 ppg on 46% shooting. They're led by a stable of rock-solid guards, including Jeremy Wise, who's 19 ppg paces Southern Miss. While they sacrifice frontcourt talent for backcourt depth, the Golden Eagles still have a couple decent big bodies to throw at the Knights, including 7-foot C Gijo Bain (22 blocks) and forwards Cooks and Stephens.
Finally, its hard to ignore the fact the Golden Eagles are 20-8-1 ATS over their last 29 home games. Clearly, they protect their court and once again oddsmakers are giving them far too little credit for doing so. Look for Southern Miss to add to the Knights road-woes, getting the solid home win and cover tonight Biloxi.
Take Southern Miss comfortably over Central Florida in this college hoops match up.
3. Jazz- While many remember the Pacers last meeting with the Jazz, where they crushed Utah 117-97 in Indiana, this is not the same Pacers team this time around. Since the injury to Jamaal Tinsley the Pacers have been terrible, and despite the fact he's likely back tonight, its going to take the talented guard some time to shake the rust off. Until he's back at 100%, you simply cannot trust this Pacers offense, averaging 95 ppg on 41% shooting over the 5 games he's been absent.
Also you have to consider the Pacers recent road play, which has been laughable at best, with 5 straight away losses SUATS, including to the likes of teams like Minnesota and Charlotte. Their most recent road win came at the sorry Knicks, and then preceding that one at Miami... In other words, the Pacers are happy to beat up on the doormats of the NBA, but put them against anyone that's at least average and they struggle.
Well boys, the Jazz are anything but average at home, going 12-3 SU & 9-6 ATS in Salt Lake City. True, they've had some struggles of late, but most of that came on the road (a home loss to Boston is nothing to be ashamed of). They've won two in a row at home, but are coming off an ugly ugly road loss to Portland, ensuring they'll be extremely focused in this one.
Speaking of that loss to Portland, it was one of their uglier performances on the season, including a terrible game from star F Carlos Boozer (3 of 16 for 6 points). Look for the team to bounce back as a whole tonight, as they've got the offensive firepower to bury the sputtering Pacers, averaging 106 ppg on 50% shooting at home on the season.
Bottom line, Jazz get some payback for their early season blowout loss to the Pacers in Indiana, with a lopsided home win and cover tonight at home. Even with Tinsely back, this is still a flawed Pacers team that has serious issues with consistency on the road. Utah is damn good at home, and tonight they prove it once again!
Take the Jazz BIG over the Pacers in this NBA match up.
Drew Gordon
Drew Gordon:
Today's Games...
1. 200,000♦ Alabama
2. 50,000♦ Southern Miss
3. 50,000♦ Jazz
1. Alabama- While its hard to believe this Florida team will play as badly as it did at Ohio State, the fact of the matter is they got exposed in that game. Ohio State's size and defense gave them fits, and tonight in Tuscaloosa, I expect too see many of the same issues arise against a solid 'Bama squad.
First of all, 'Bama has all the quality size necessary to negate the talented, but young Gators frontline. With their top-3 scorers coming from the frontcourt, including star F Richard Hendrix, there's no question underclassmen forwards Speights and Parsons will have trouble matching up. Tide forwards Gee and Riley can both hit from the outside (both shoot over 41% from beyond the arc), and will stretch this Gators defense to its limits.
Second, it may have taken some time, but it appears as though the Tide have finally found someone to confidently run their offense in PG Rico Pickett. The loss of star PG Richard Steele was no laughing matter, as he was their unquestioned floor general. But while Pickett is just a freshman, he's gotten better from game to game, posting rock-solid numbers against one of the Tide's toughest opponents in Clemson last week (12 points, 6 assists).
Finally, let's not forget that Florida handed the Tide a 76-67 loss in Gainesville in their only meeting last season. Alabama would like nothing more than to return the favor in tonight's match up, and the numbers bode well, as the home team is 7-3-1 ATS over their last 11 meetings.
Bottom line, the Tide protect their house, against a young, and road-weary Gators squad in this one. In case you haven't noticed this is not the same veteran-laden Gators team as in years past, and it'll show tonight in Tuscaloosa... Just like it did at Columbus against Ohio State. Margin won't be as big, but the result is the same, a solid win and cover for the home team Crimson Tide!
Take Alabama over Florida as your top-rated play of the day.
2. Southern Miss- Got to love the Golden Eagles in this spot against a Central Florida team which has done little on the road to prove they can hang. They failed to cover in losses at Nevada and South Florida, but even more telling was their most recent road loss - at Sam Houston State in a non-lined contest!
It wasn't just that they lost 60-58 in overtime, but the way they lost, shooting just 37% and commiting 17 turnovers against a team that they should've beaten. If they thought beating a Southland Conference team was difficult, what do you think will happen against a solid CUSA team, that also happens to be 7-1 SU at home (2-1 ATS)?!
Golden Eagles are especially dangerous at home on the offensive end, where they average 77 ppg on 46% shooting. They're led by a stable of rock-solid guards, including Jeremy Wise, who's 19 ppg paces Southern Miss. While they sacrifice frontcourt talent for backcourt depth, the Golden Eagles still have a couple decent big bodies to throw at the Knights, including 7-foot C Gijo Bain (22 blocks) and forwards Cooks and Stephens.
Finally, its hard to ignore the fact the Golden Eagles are 20-8-1 ATS over their last 29 home games. Clearly, they protect their court and once again oddsmakers are giving them far too little credit for doing so. Look for Southern Miss to add to the Knights road-woes, getting the solid home win and cover tonight Biloxi.
Take Southern Miss comfortably over Central Florida in this college hoops match up.
3. Jazz- While many remember the Pacers last meeting with the Jazz, where they crushed Utah 117-97 in Indiana, this is not the same Pacers team this time around. Since the injury to Jamaal Tinsley the Pacers have been terrible, and despite the fact he's likely back tonight, its going to take the talented guard some time to shake the rust off. Until he's back at 100%, you simply cannot trust this Pacers offense, averaging 95 ppg on 41% shooting over the 5 games he's been absent.
Also you have to consider the Pacers recent road play, which has been laughable at best, with 5 straight away losses SUATS, including to the likes of teams like Minnesota and Charlotte. Their most recent road win came at the sorry Knicks, and then preceding that one at Miami... In other words, the Pacers are happy to beat up on the doormats of the NBA, but put them against anyone that's at least average and they struggle.
Well boys, the Jazz are anything but average at home, going 12-3 SU & 9-6 ATS in Salt Lake City. True, they've had some struggles of late, but most of that came on the road (a home loss to Boston is nothing to be ashamed of). They've won two in a row at home, but are coming off an ugly ugly road loss to Portland, ensuring they'll be extremely focused in this one.
Speaking of that loss to Portland, it was one of their uglier performances on the season, including a terrible game from star F Carlos Boozer (3 of 16 for 6 points). Look for the team to bounce back as a whole tonight, as they've got the offensive firepower to bury the sputtering Pacers, averaging 106 ppg on 50% shooting at home on the season.
Bottom line, Jazz get some payback for their early season blowout loss to the Pacers in Indiana, with a lopsided home win and cover tonight at home. Even with Tinsely back, this is still a flawed Pacers team that has serious issues with consistency on the road. Utah is damn good at home, and tonight they prove it once again!
Take the Jazz BIG over the Pacers in this NBA match up.
****MY PLAYS FOR TUES. 1/8****
----CBB--------------------
(7*)- GEORGETOWN
(7*)- ST JOHNS
(6*)- BAYLOR
(5*)- FLORIDA
(5*)- BYU
----NBA--------------------
(8*)- LAKERS
(6*)- JAZZ
----NHL--------------------
(7*)- RANGERS
1-10* (38-27-2 OVERALL)
----CBB--------------------
(7*)- GEORGETOWN
(7*)- ST JOHNS
(6*)- BAYLOR
(5*)- FLORIDA
(5*)- BYU
----NBA--------------------
(8*)- LAKERS
(6*)- JAZZ
----NHL--------------------
(7*)- RANGERS
1-10* (38-27-2 OVERALL)
JOHNNY GUILD
CBB
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008
Time Games Daily Picks
8:00 PM Northern Iowa (10-4) at Illinois State (11-3) Illinois State Redbirds -7.5
9:00 PM Purdue (10-4) at No. 6 Michigan State (13-1) Michigan State Spartans -13
Nba
NBA Selection
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 10:00 PM EST.
Orlando Magic (22-13) at Sacramento Kings (12-20)
Both teams have dropped their last two games. Orlando is coming off two home losses, while Sacramento is coming off two road losses. The Kings are struggling with numerous injuries to key players. Sacramento has lost six of their last 7 games and five of its last six at ARCO Arena, 8-8 this season. Meanwhile, Orlando has played outstanding away from home, 15-5 in its last 20 road games, going 16-4 ATS. Take Orlando. The Magic have played impressive away from home, the best road team in the NBA this season.
Orlando Magic - 5
CBB
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008
Time Games Daily Picks
8:00 PM Northern Iowa (10-4) at Illinois State (11-3) Illinois State Redbirds -7.5
9:00 PM Purdue (10-4) at No. 6 Michigan State (13-1) Michigan State Spartans -13
Nba
NBA Selection
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 10:00 PM EST.
Orlando Magic (22-13) at Sacramento Kings (12-20)
Both teams have dropped their last two games. Orlando is coming off two home losses, while Sacramento is coming off two road losses. The Kings are struggling with numerous injuries to key players. Sacramento has lost six of their last 7 games and five of its last six at ARCO Arena, 8-8 this season. Meanwhile, Orlando has played outstanding away from home, 15-5 in its last 20 road games, going 16-4 ATS. Take Orlando. The Magic have played impressive away from home, the best road team in the NBA this season.
Orlando Magic - 5