Games featuring this kind of opening line would indicate the fact that a blowout is expected across the board regardless of whether East Tennessee State covers or not. The question here is the not the lumber that the Bucs are asked to spot in this situation but more so the offering on the table in Totals markets. Generally speaking, blowout games are harder to cover an over be that there is an excellent chance that the superior outfit calls off the dogs once it sustains a significant enough lead. The strategy turns to keep away which once against limits possessions. What this essentially creates is a scenario where a large number like the one we are seeing presented seems like that much longer of a swim. We will ride the steam here and play on the Under.

Neither one of these clubs has been lighting the scoreboard up with each team scoring 80 or higher points in one of their last five. What they also haven’t been doing is playing good defense allowing the opposition over the same period with the Sooners allowing teams a 47.1 FG% and the Jayhawks a 48.3 FG%. So, it wouldn’t be a reach to think that scoring could be sharply up in this match. These two combined for 165 in their previous meeting this season in Oklahoma and I forecast this game to go even higher.

The Hurricanes haven’t had the easiest schedule as of late, which is a factor in their three-game losing streak. However, two of the three games were at home, and now they hit the road to take on the Irish. Notre Dame is only 4-3 at home in ACC games but in the trio of losses the first was to UNC a game they lost by one point followed by an overtime loss to Louisville by three and to Virginia Tech without their high flying guard G Matt Farrell (37 points last game). Miami hasn't looked the same since losing G Bruce Brown, so I look for the home squad to get the victory, and the point spread cover.

Playing well at both ends of the court has led the Nittany Lions to a four-game winning streak, but it’s their defense that has really stepped up. Penn State has held three of their last four opponents to fewer than 60 points. Tonight they take on a Purdue team who has lost three straight not because of their defensive play 63 points per game allowed in their losing streak. It's their offense that has struggled, failing to score higher than 65 points. Five of the last six Boilermakers games have gone UNDER, and that's where my money is landing in this game.

UCLA lost a close one on the road against Oregon back in January falling by three. The Bruins got off to a slow start and had trouble with turnovers in the game turning the ball over 13 times while the Ducks had only 8. They return home where they're 13-2 overall and 7-1 in conference games straight up and are an excellent 5-2-1 versus the spread. Oregon plays tough for the most and does have a positive ATS road record, but I don't think that they get off to a fast start in the rematch and UCLA's depth is the difference here helping them pull away late.

Anytime we see the public take a dog; we have to take a closer look be that the behavior in itself is rare. The Panthers have been very profitable against the spread and own the most recent in this rivalry that in itself entices plenty of action when points accompany FIU. However, the Panthers have are more prone to being undervalued because of this. The fact remains that Florida International when they are away from home, has played terribly. When you toss in that they are facing an arch nemesis in what will undoubtedly be a hostile environment, this is the perfect to time to sell on FIU. Swallow the points.

There are many moving parts to this play that make us side with Green Bay. First, Green Bay has won every game they have played this year at home. This kind of home court advantage makes the Phoenix a good play, as a whole. When you toss in points, Green Bay looks like a must-play. Moreover, the stock Green Bay, in particular, is at a low end. This is contrarian to the rising stock of the Flames who have been faring well on the road as of recent. What this allows is us to take advantage of an inflated number. When you combine the ingredients with the low-hanging fruit offered on the road favorite, there is an excellent chance here that Green Bay can get out of their funk and pull an upset. As a result, we will trade in the points and take The Phoenix outright on the Money Line.

Sure Princeton has had their way against the host winning nine of the last ten played overall and got the money in seven of those games, but this is a different team this season. They've lost all three of their road conference games and meet a team that has only a three-point loss to Harvard from having an undefeated home record. I believe that the Big Red can pull off the mild upset here making taking the 3.5 points a highly likely winning proposition.

There has been a ton of optimism as to whether or not this Ragin’ Cajuns team can win the Sun Belt Conference outright and punch their ticket to March Madness. When you take into account their play overall this season, there is plenty of reason to believe they can. The Ragin' Cajuns have merely steamrolled their way through the conference and have outclassed pretty much every opponent they have come across. As a result of this, UL-Lafayette has been on the positive end of a lot of lop-sided victories. At home, in particular, ULL has clipped the offensive operations of opponents which have resulted in many Under plays being a profitable option.

The Bobcats do have a few aces in the hole here to make this game more competitive than the line forecasts. Texas State owns the better scoring defense and commits fewer turnovers than the Ragin' Cajuns. If the game has a flow like anything we saw in January, then the current Total number is too steep to climb as a result of a steam move. Chances are even if UL-Lafayette wins big again here it will be hard for them to help the number eclipse this figure unless Texas State's defense indeed lays an egg. The chances are that will not be the case as Texas State will respond to the last meeting between the two sides. Play the Under.

Two of the hottest teams in the conference take to the floor at

University Park tonight. The Buckeyes have lost only one Big Ten game this season, and that came at home against the Nittany Lions. Ohio State lost that contest by three points which were due to their lack of production from the charity stripe in the game where they were a dismal 7 of 15. Penn State has been playing exceptionally well, winning five of their last six, but four of those wins were against fading rivals. Look for the Buckeyes to get some vengeance for their home loss tonight.

There are many components here to make the Highlanders a good bet in this market. First off, there is a recency bias being cast on the Matadors thanks to their recent successes against the Highlanders as of late. When you combine this with the tough-to-stomach road record of UCRV, the Highlanders are a tough sell to takers in this market. However, there are many reasons to feel the opposite. The Highlanders own edges in the rebounding and defense department. This statistical advantage in itself can help UCRV neutralize the effects of playing this contest on the road in a less than accommodating environment. When a deeper bench and an edge in points per game are factored in, there is an excellent chance we can take advantage of a better price with the better team. This one has upset written all over it and could offer up a tremendous outright play on the Highlanders. Don’t be afraid to play UCRV on the Money Line in this one either.

Iowa can light it up, and they certainly don't play much defense allowing 84.36 points in Big Ten games. They are however coming off one of their worst offensive performances in conference matches scoring 64 points. Incidentally, that's the exact number that they've scored in two other Big 10 games this season. Michigan can play good defense, especially at home, holding their opponents to 63, 47, 47, 67, 70, 69 and 55 points per game. The Wolverines offense though hasn't always shone averaging 69.64 PPG in conference games. It has been a losing proposition overall taking the UNDER in a Hawkeyes game (7-3 O/U L10), but in two of the last three overall they've been held to 64 or fewer points, and they do appear to be trending in that direction.

I’m going to chalk up Northwestern’s inept previous game to ‘head swell" from their victory over Michigan in their previous game. Heading into that game, they had won four of five with quality defensive play holding the opposition to 61 points or fewer in all four victories. I look for them to get back on track defensively against the Scarlet Knights who have averaged a weak 57.86 points in Big Ten matches this season. Eight of the last nine games played by the Wildcats have resulted in UNDERS, and I think that will be nine of ten after tonight.

As we have said before, situational betting is a big part of our strategy. Therefore, fading a steam move in a rising Total can be prosperous when the conditions are right. This contest seems optimal given the fact that we are seeing the number continue to go up despite Evansville, in particular, being involved in affairs where the Under has been the right choice as of recent. Three out of the last four games Evansville has played in resulted in the Under cashing the ticket. The rub of UNDERS can be chalked up primarily to the Purple Aces having great difficulties in the shooting department. Evansville won't find any refuge here as they are going against an outfit in a hostile environment that owns advantages in the rebounding, defense, and turnovers department. Therefore, we ride the current trend and back the Under.

Baylor sure is playing outstanding defense in their three-game win streak, holding the opposition to 62.3 points on a field goal average of 37.04%. They face a Texas team that they held to 60 points on a 35.3 FG% when they visited in early January. The Bears are just 1-7 on the road this season and 1-5 as a visitor in conference games, but they are a strong 4-2 against the spread in those Big 12 games. They could bounce here off the big win on Saturday, and that is the typical position I'd take, but I they are playing fantastically on both ends of the floor and could regress here and still get the point spread cover

For totals bettors, I think this comes down to whether either team can defend the three? I believe that both sides will have their opportunities in this game. Penn State is competent from three-point land averaging a 57h ranked 38% from three-point land.  Nittany Lions Tony Carr has been sharp all season hitting 46.2% of his attempts and indeed isn't afraid to launch it with 30 efforts in his last five games and will go up against a team that allowed the Badgers to shoot 53.3%. PSU has had some issues lately with their 3-pt defense and case in point is a disastrous 52.9% permitted to Maryland. Illini Guard Trent Frazier can light it up from downtown when he's on his game and is coming off a 32 point game where he was successful on 7 of 11 from behind the arc.

Situational betting is a big part of our strategy. Therefore, fading a steam move particularly against an ascending Total can be quite profitable when the conditions are right. Missouri State owns the more physical unit in the rebounding department, turnovers, and bench. When it comes to defense well, Evansville averages just .1 fewer points per game compared to the counterparts. However, home court advantage resting with the Bears will allow Missouri State to dictate the ebb and flow of the game. Evansville has won just two games this year on the road and chances are the field goal percentage advantage that the Purple Aces own will be nullified here. What this sets up is a scenario where the Total is likely an overlay, and we will step in promptly and target a likely inflated number. We will go forth and ride the current trend in this conference series and back the Under.

The Gophers injury list is extensive, so I’m not sure they can compete in a shootout, and they may try to slow down the pace and make the Hoosiers earn every point. In the last meeting, earlier this season put up 71 at home with Guard Dupree McBrayer accounting for 18 of those points. He’s iffy for this game, likewise for G Amir Coffey and fellow guard Nate Mason can’t do it all on his own.

Indiana has been playing better defense as of late at home holding their opponent to 70 or fewer points in four of their last five.

The Bruins have lost three out of their four conference road games this season, but they were close deep into the Ducks and Beavers losses and were defeated by the Cardinal in overtime. Arizona is a big step up, but the improved form of UCLA and the host being overvalued by the lines maker this campaign, I believe they can stay within the allotted handicap.

Situational betting is a big part of our strategy. There are several contributing factors here that make the Keydets a quality play. First, the Catamounts have had many woes on the road this season. The away docket for Western Carolina is one that cannot justify WCU spotting any quantity points, in itself.

However, Western Carolina is also one of the luckiest teams in America according to KenPom. In fact, the Catamounts rank fifth overall in luck factor meaning that when games get close the bounces have a tendency to go to their way. This narrative will place a huge target on the Catamounts back. Moreover, VMI has a deeper bench, gives up less defensive rebounds than their opponents, and plays a better brand of defense. VMI opponents average 73.2 points per game whilst Western Carolina opposition has accumulated 75.3 points. When you combine all these variables, the Keydets can easily pull an upset in Staunton. Take the points.