Saturday, January 31, 2009

Super Bowl XLIII Preview: Steelers-Cardinals

The Pittsburgh Steelers will try to bring the Super Bowl back to the AFC, while the Arizona Cardinals are looking to cap a Cinderella playoff run with an upset.
Super Bowl XLIII kicks off Sunday, February 1 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay between Pittsburgh's top-rated defense and Arizona's fourth-ranked offense.
Oddsmakers currently have the Steelers listed as 7-point favorites versus the Cardinals, while the game's total is sitting at 47.
The Steelers defeated Baltimore 23-14 as a 6-point favorite in the AFC Championship Game. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (35.5).
Ben Roethlisberger passed for 255 yards with a 65-yard touchdown strike to Santonio Holmes for Pittsburgh, while Troy Polamalu ran back an interception 40 yards for a touchdown.
The Cardinals upset Philadelphia 32-25 as a 3.5-point underdog in the NFC Championship Game. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (47).
Kurt Warner passed for 279 yards with four touchdowns for Arizona, and Larry Fitzgerald caught nine passes for 152 yards with three touchdowns in the win.
Regular season records:
Pittsburgh: 12-4 SU, 9-7 ATS
Arizona: 9-7 SU, 9-7 ATS
Pittsburgh most recently:
When playing in February are 1-0
When playing on grass are 7-3
After outgaining opponent are 7-3
When playing outside the division are 6-4

Arizona most recently:
When playing on grass are 6-4
After being outgained are 5-5
When playing outside the division are 5-5
After playing Philadelphia are 2-8
A few trends to consider:
Pittsburgh is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games
Pittsburgh is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games when playing Arizona
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Arizona's last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Arizona's last 5 games when playing Pittsburgh
Arizona is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Arizona is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games

 

Official Betting Preview of Steelers-Cardinals Super Bowl Odds

We’ll bet you’ve heard, the Pittsburgh Steelers are taking on the Arizona Cardinals in the Super Bowl. Unlike the other four million previews from both the dinosaur and pajamas media, we are going to break it down from the standpoint of the bettor…and for the better.

The sportsbooks do not agree on the Vegas spread. Bodog Life has Pittsburgh -7 +105 while BetUs Sportsbook has Pittsburgh -6.5 -115. Bookmaker has the total at 46.5. 

The Steelers are 14-4 straight up and they have covered 7-of-8. Arizona is 12-7 straight up and against the spread, winning and covering four straight. They have gone over 12-of-16.

Pittsburgh’s most impressive numbers are on defense. They allow just 3.2 yards per rush to teams normally getting 4.1 and 4.9 yards per rush to 6.3. They hold squads to a full 1.1 yards per play below their normal average.

Arizona gets 3.4 yards per rush to teams normally getting 4.1, but 7.5 yards per pass to 6.5 and 6.0 yards per play to 5.4.

Both Pittsburgh’s offensive and Arizona’s defensive averages are right in line with their opponent’s normal average.

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Some spread betting trends says that Arizona is 1-9 against the spread off four or more consecutive spread wins. Pittsburgh has covered seven straight postseason games.

Bulls-Suns Lines Preview

The Chicago Bulls and the Phoenix Suns will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at US Airways Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
The Bulls had six players reach double figures as they tore apart the Kings 109-88 on Friday. The Bulls won the game as a pick'em, and the 197 points went UNDER the posted total of 213.
Luol Deng and Ben Gordon each went for 20 points, while Tyrus Thomas had 14 points with 10 rebounds for a double-double in the win.
The Suns were defeated 114-104 by the Spurs last time out, as 1.5-point favorites. The game's 218 points sailed OVER the posted total of 198.5.
Amar'e Stoudemire had 28 points with 10 rebounds for a double-double in a losing effort.
Current streak:
Chicago has won 2 straight games.
Team records:
Chicago: 20-27 SU, 21-26 ATS
Phoenix: 25-19 SU, 15-28-1 ATS
Chicago most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 2-8
Before playing Houston are 7-3
After playing Sacramento are 6-4
After a win are 3-7

Phoenix most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 6-4
Before playing Sacramento are 8-2
After playing San Antonio are 4-6
After a loss are 7-3
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Chicago's last 17 games when playing Phoenix
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chicago's last 6 games when playing on the road against Phoenix
Chicago is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Phoenix
Chicago is 4-10 SU in its last 14 games on the road
Phoenix is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Chicago
Phoenix is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Chicago
Phoenix is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing Chicago
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Phoenix's last 17 games when playing Chicago
Next up:
Chicago at Houston, Tuesday, February 3
Phoenix home to Sacramento, Monday, February 2

 

California-USC Lines Preview

The California Golden Bears and the USC Trojans will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Galen Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
California was crushed 81-66 by UCLA on Thursday, as 10-point underdogs on the road. The game's combined score made it OVER the night's posted total of 139.5.
Theo Robertson led California with 19 points and four rebounds.
USC scored 37 points in the second half to defeat Stanford by a final score of 70-69 on Thursday. USC failed to cover the 6-point spread, while the 139 points made it OVER the posted total of 134.
Taj Gibson tossed in 22 points from 10-for-13 shooting for USC. Daniel Hackett added 12 points.
Current streak:
USC has won 2 straight games.
Team records:
California: 16-5 SU, 11-7
ATS
USC
: 14-6 SU, 9-9 ATS
California most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-4
Before playing Washington are 4-6
After playing UCLA are 4-6
After a loss are 5-5

USC most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-2
After playing Stanford are 7-3
After a win are 7-3
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 5 of California's last 5 games when playing USC
California is 10-3 SU in its last 13 games
The total has gone OVER in 13 of California's last 18 games on the road
California is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games when playing USC
The total has gone OVER in 5 of USC's last 5 games when playing California
USC is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games at home
USC is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
USC is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against California
Next up:
California home to Washington, Thursday, February 5
USC at Abilene Christian, Wednesday, February 4

 

Florida-Tennessee Lines Preview

The fans at Thompson-Boling Arena will be treated to a game between the Florida Gators and the Tennessee Volunteers when they take their seats on Saturday.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Nick Calathes had 20 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, as Florida overpowered Georgia 83-57 on Wednesday night.
Florida covered as 16.5-point home favorites as the game played over the 135.5-point total listed by sportsbooks.
Wayne Chism led Tennessee with 19 points and nine boards in its 79-73 loss to LSU on Wednesday night.
Louisiana State cashed as 7.5-point road underdogs as the game played over the 148.5-point total set by oddsmakers.
Current streak:
Florida has won 2 straight games.
Tennessee has lost 2 straight games.
Team records:
Florida: 18-3 SU, 7-7 ATS
Tennessee: 12-7 SU, 9-8 ATS
Florida most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-2
Before playing South Carolina are 7-3
After playing Georgia are 7-3
After a win are 9-1

Tennessee most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 5-0
Before playing Arkansas are 8-2
After playing LSU are 6-4
After a loss are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
Florida is 12-1 SU in its last 13 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Florida's last 5 games on the road
Florida is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Florida's last 5 games when playing Tennessee
Tennessee is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing at home against Florida
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Tennessee's last 6 games at home
Tennessee is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Florida
Tennessee is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Florida
Next up:
Florida home to South Carolina, Tuesday, February 3
Tennessee at Arkansas, Wednesday, February 4

 

Georgia-Alabama Lines Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs and the Alabama Crimson Tide will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Coleman Coliseum.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Howard Thompkins and Corey Butler netted 10 points apiece for Georgia in its 83-57 loss to Florida on Wednesday night.
Florida covered as 16.5-point home favorites as the game played over the 135.5-point total listed by sportsbooks.
Alabama was defeated 89-80 by Arkansas as a 5-point underdog on Thursday. That game's 169 points sailed OVER the posted total of 139.
JaMychal Green shot 9-for-10 from the field with 24 points in the loss.
Current streak:
Georgia has lost 7 straight games.
Alabama has lost 2 straight games.
Team records:
Georgia: 9-11 SU, 6-8-1 ATS
Alabama: 12-8 SU, 7-9 ATS
Georgia most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 4-6
Before playing LSU are 5-5
After playing Florida are 5-5
After a loss are 3-7

Alabama most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-3
Before playing Vanderbilt are 7-3
After playing Arkansas are 6-4
After a loss are 7-3
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Georgia's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Georgia's last 6 games
Georgia is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Alabama
Georgia is 2-3-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Alabama is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Alabama's last 5 games
Alabama is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Georgia
Alabama is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
Next up:
Georgia home to LSU, Wednesday, February 4
Alabama at Vanderbilt, Thursday, February 5

 

San Diego-Gonzaga Lines Preview

The San Diego Toreros and the Gonzaga Bulldogs will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at McCarthey Athletic Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Gonzaga ran away from St. Mary's in the second half and clipped the Gaels 69-62 on Thursday. Gonzaga failed to cover the 9.5-point spread, while the 131 points went UNDER the posted total of 144.
Matt Bouldin shot 5-for-11 from the field with 17 points for Gonzaga, and Steven Gray added 14.
Current streak:
San Diego has lost 2 straight games.
Gonzaga has won 7 straight games.
Team records:
San Diego: 12-9 SU, 8-10 ATS
Gonzaga: 15-4 SU, 10-7 ATS
San Diego most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 1-4
Before playing Santa Clara are 6-4
After playing Portland are 4-6
After a loss are 6-4

Gonzaga most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 7-3
Before playing Portland are 7-3
After playing Saint Mary's are 9-1
After a win are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 7 of San Diego's last 8 games when playing on the road against Gonzaga
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of San Diego's last 6 games on the road
San Diego is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
San Diego is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Gonzaga is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Gonzaga is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against San Diego
Gonzaga is 13-1 SU in its last 14 games when playing San Diego
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Gonzaga's last 8 games when playing at home against San Diego
Next up:
San Diego home to Santa Clara, Thursday, February 5
Gonzaga at Portland, Thursday, February 5

 

Arkansas-LSU Lines Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks and the LSU Tigers will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Pete Maravich Assembly Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Arkansas held a seven-point lead at the half and kept Alabama from rising with an 89-80 victory on Thursday. Arkansas covered the 5-point spread, and the game's 169 points sailed OVER the posted total of 139.
Rotnei Clarke helped with a game-high 26 points, and Michael Washington added 17.
Marcus Thornton swished 29 points to lead LSU past Tennessee 79-73 on Wednesday night.
Louisiana State cashed as 7.5-point road underdogs as the game played over the 148.5-point total set by oddsmakers.
Team records:
Arkansas: 13-5 SU, 6-6
ATS
LSU
: 16-4 SU, 7-5 ATS
Arkansas most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 5-2
Before playing Tennessee are 4-6
After playing Alabama are 4-6
After a win are 9-1

LSU most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 2-4
Before playing Georgia are 6-4
After playing Tennessee are 7-3
After a win are 7-3
A few trends to consider:
Arkansas is 4-0-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing LSU
Arkansas is 11-4 SU in its last 15 games
The total has gone OVER in 15 of Arkansas's last 22 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Arkansas's last 6 games
LSU is 14-1 SU in its last 15 games at home
LSU is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Arkansas
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LSU's last 5 games
LSU is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Next up:
Arkansas home to Tennessee, Wednesday, February 4
LSU at Georgia, Wednesday, February 4

 

UNLV-Air Force Lines Preview

The UNLV Rebels and the Air Force Falcons will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Clune Arena.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Luke Nevill had 14 points, seven boards and four blocks for Utah in a 75-65 loss to UNLV on Saturday afternoon.
The Utes did not cover the 4-point spread, while the final score played OVER the day's posted total of 135.
Andrew Henke dropped 18 points to lead Air Force in its 72-59 loss to Wyoming on Tuesday night.
Wyoming covered as 9.5-point home favorites as the game played under the 132-point total posted by oddsmakers.
Current streak:
UNLV has won 3 straight games.
Air Force has lost 7 straight games.
Team records:
UNLV: 16-4 SU, 8-9 ATS
Air Force: 9-10 SU, 3-9 ATS
UNLV most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 4-3
Before playing San Diego State are 7-3
After playing Utah are 7-3
After a win are 9-1

Air Force most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 4-2
Before playing BYU are 8-2
After playing Wyoming are 4-6
After a loss are 3-7
A few trends to consider:
UNLV is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of UNLV's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of UNLV's last 8 games when playing Air Force
UNLV is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games on the road
Air Force is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against UNLV
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Air Force's last 8 games when playing UNLV
Air Force is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing UNLV
Air Force is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing UNLV
Next up:
UNLV home to San Diego State, Tuesday, February 3
Air Force home to BYU, Tuesday, February 3

 

Ohio State-Indiana Odds Preview

The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Indiana Hoosiers will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Branch McCracken Court at Assembly Hall.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Evan Turner dropped 22 points, as Ohio State handled Michigan 72-54 on Wednesday night.
Ohio State covered as 4.5-point home favorites as the game played under the 128-point total set by oddsmakers.
Devan Dumes drained 26 points for Indiana in its 77-75 loss to Northwestern on Wednesday night.
Northwestern couldn't cover as 13.5-point home favorites as the game played over the 121.5-point total listed by oddsmakers.
Current streak:
Indiana has lost 10 straight games.
Team records:
Ohio State: 14-5 SU, 8-7 ATS
Indiana: 5-14 SU, 7-9 ATS
Ohio State most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 7-1
Before playing Purdue are 6-4
After playing Michigan are 6-4
After a win are 7-3

Indiana most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 7-3
Before playing Iowa are 5-5
After playing Northwestern are 7-3
After a loss are 1-9
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Ohio State's last 5 games on the road
Ohio State is 19-5 SU in its last 24 games
Ohio State is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games when playing on the road against Indiana
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Ohio State's last 6 games when playing Indiana
Indiana is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Ohio State
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Indiana's last 7 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Indiana's last 6 games when playing Ohio State
Indiana is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games when playing at home against Ohio State
Next up:
Ohio State home to Purdue, Tuesday, February 3
Indiana home to Iowa, Wednesday, February 4

 

North Carolina-North Carolina State Lines Preview

The North Carolina Tar Heels and the North Carolina State Wolfpack will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at RBC Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
North Carolina scored 46 points in the first half and dumped Florida State 80-77 last time out. North Carolina failed to cover the 11-point spread, while the game's 157 points made it OVER the posted total of 149.5.
Ty Lawson sparked North Carolina with 21 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Danny Green chipped in with 20 points in the win.
Courtney Fells scored 24 points to lift North Carolina State past Miami 84-81 in overtime on Tuesday night.
North Carolina State cashed as 2-point home underdogs as the teams played over the 136.5-point total posted by sportsbooks.
Current streak:
North Carolina has won 4 straight games.
Team records:
North Carolina: 18-2 SU, 9-10
ATS
North Carolina State
: 11-7 SU, 8-5-1 ATS
North Carolina most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 7-2
Before playing Maryland are 9-1
After playing Florida State are 6-4
After a win are 8-2

North Carolina State most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 5-3
Before playing North Carolina Central are 1-0
After playing Miami are 1-4
After a win are 6-4
A few trends to consider:
North Carolina is 20-1 SU in its last 21 games on the road
North Carolina is 10-1 SU in its last 11 games when playing North Carolina State
North Carolina is 18-2 SU in its last 20 games
The total has gone OVER in 8 of North Carolina's last 9 games when playing North Carolina State
The total has gone OVER in 8 of North Carolina State's last 9 games when playing North Carolina
The total has gone OVER in 6 of North Carolina State's last 7 games when playing at home against North Carolina
North Carolina State is 10-2 SU in its last 12 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of North Carolina State's last 5 games
Next up:
North Carolina home to Maryland, Tuesday, February 3
North Carolina State home to North Carolina Central, Tuesday, February 3

 

Stanford-UCLA Odds Preview

The fans at Pauley Pavilion will be treated to a game between the Stanford Cardinal and the UCLA Bruins when they take their seats on Saturday.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Stanford fell 70-69 to USC on Thursday, as 6-point road underdogs. That game's 139 points made it OVER the posted total of 134.
Landry Fields and Lawrence Hill each had 17 points in the loss.
UCLA stormed California in the second half and ran away with 81-66 win on Thursday. UCLA covered the 10-point spread, and the combined score made it OVER the night's posted total of 139.5.
Darren Collison had 20 points with five assists, while Josh Shipp and Jrue Holiday had 11 points apiece.
Current streak:
Stanford has lost 2 straight games.
Team records:
Stanford: 13-5 SU, 12-5
ATS
UCLA
: 16-4 SU, 9-10 ATS
Stanford most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 4-4
Before playing Washington State are 8-2
After playing USC are 7-3
After a loss are 7-3

UCLA most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-6
Before playing USC are 4-6
After playing California are 8-2
After a win are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
Stanford is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Stanford's last 5 games when playing UCLA
Stanford is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games
The total has gone OVER in 11 of Stanford's last 13 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of UCLA's last 5 games when playing Stanford
UCLA is 10-1 SU in its last 11 games at home
UCLA is 12-2 SU in its last 14 games
UCLA is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Stanford
Next up:
Stanford home to Washington State, Thursday, February 5
UCLA home to USC, Wednesday, February 4

 

Oklahoma State-Texas A&M Odds Preview

The Oklahoma State Cowboys and the Texas A&M Aggies will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Reed Arena.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Byron Eaton went for 20 points and nine assists for Oklahoma State in its 89-81 loss to Oklahoma on Monday night.
Oklahoma covered as 2-point road favorites as the game played over the 151.5-point total listed by sportsbooks.
Texas A & M added to a three-point lead at halftime and defeated Texas Tech by a final score of 79-70 on Wednesday. Texas A & M managed to cover the 8.5-point spread, and the 149 points made it OVER the posted total of 141.5.
B.J. Holmes tossed in 27 points from 8-for-9 shooting to lead the way, and Bryan Davis added 16 in the win.
Team records:
Oklahoma State: 13-6 SU, 6-6-1 ATS
Texas A&M: 16-5 SU, 7-7 ATS
Oklahoma State most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-3
Before playing Texas Tech are 4-6
After playing Oklahoma are 7-3
After a loss are 6-4

Texas A&M most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 4-3
Before playing Oklahoma are 5-5
After playing Texas Tech are 3-7
After a win are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oklahoma State's last 5 games when playing Texas A&M
Oklahoma State is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Texas A&M
Oklahoma State is 20-5 SU in its last 25 games when playing Texas A&M
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Oklahoma State's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Texas A&M's last 5 games when playing Oklahoma State
Texas A&M is 10-1 SU in its last 11 games at home
Texas A&M is 16-5 SU in its last 21 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Texas A&M's last 6 games
Next up:
Oklahoma State home to Texas Tech, Wednesday, February 4
Texas A&M at Oklahoma, Wednesday, February 4

 

Washington State-Arizona Lines Preview

The Washington State Cougars and the Arizona Wildcats will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at McKale Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Washington State shut down Arizona State in the second half and came away with a 65-55 victory on Thursday,as 11-point underdogs. The game's 120 points made it OVER the posted total of 109.
Klay Thompson had 28 points and seven rebounds to spark the win, and Aron Baynes had 22 points.
Arizona clawed their way out in front in the second half and came away with a 106-97 victory over Washington on Thursday, as slight 1-point underdogs. The combined score sailed OVER the posted total of 142.
Nic Wise led the way with a game-high 29 points and dished out eight assists. Chase Budinger tossed in 25 points.
Current streak:
Arizona has won 2 straight games.
Team records:
Washington State: 12-8 SU, 7-11 ATS
Arizona: 13-8 SU, 11-10 ATS
Washington State most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-4
Before playing Stanford are 5-5
After playing Arizona State are 5-5
After a win are 6-4

Arizona most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 7-0
Before playing Oregon State are 6-4
After playing Washington are 6-4
After a win are 6-4
A few trends to consider:
Washington State is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Arizona
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Washington State's last 6 games when playing Arizona
Washington State is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington State's last 5 games
Arizona is 12-1 SU in its last 13 games at home
Arizona is 22-3 SU in its last 25 games when playing Washington State
Arizona is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games when playing at home against Washington State
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Arizona's last 6 games when playing Washington State
Next up:
Washington State at Stanford, Thursday, February 5
Arizona at Oregon State, Thursday, February 5

 

Michigan-Purdue Odds Preview

The Michigan Wolverines and the Purdue Boilermakers will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Mackey Arena.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Manny Harris went for 22 points and 12 rebounds for Michigan in its 72-54 loss to Ohio State on Wednesday night.
Ohio State covered as 4.5-point home favorites as the game played under the 128-point total set by oddsmakers.
E'Twaun Moore went for 17 points and six rebounds to lift Purdue past Wisconsin 64-63 on Tuesday night.
Purdue cashed as 1.5-point road underdogs as the game played over the 123.5-point total posted by oddsmakers.
Current streak:
Purdue has won 5 straight games.
Team records:
Michigan: 14-7 SU, 8-7-1 ATS
Purdue: 16-4 SU, 9-8 ATS
Michigan most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 3-5
Before playing Penn State are 2-8
After playing Ohio State are 4-6
After a loss are 6-4

Purdue most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 2-3
Before playing Ohio State are 5-5
After playing Wisconsin are 4-6
After a win are 9-1
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Michigan's last 6 games when playing Purdue
Michigan is 14-7 SU in its last 21 games
Michigan is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Purdue
Michigan is 6-19 SU in its last 25 games on the road
Purdue is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Purdue is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Purdue's last 7 games
Purdue is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Michigan
Next up:
Michigan home to Penn State, Thursday, February 5
Purdue at Ohio State, Tuesday, February 3

 

Toledo-Buffalo Odds Preview

The Toledo Rockets and the Buffalo Bulls will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Alumni Arena.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Current streak:
Toledo has lost 2 straight games.
Buffalo has won 5 straight games.
Team records:
Toledo: 4-16 SU, 5-12 ATS
Buffalo: 13-5 SU, 11-6 ATS
Toledo most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 5-1
Before playing Kent State are 7-3
After playing Akron are 6-4
After a loss are 1-9

Buffalo most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 1-3
Before playing Central Michigan are 2-8
After playing Western Michigan are 5-5
After a win are 7-3
A few trends to consider:
Toledo is 10-2 SU in its last 12 games when playing Buffalo
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Toledo's last 6 games when playing Buffalo
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Toledo's last 5 games
Toledo is 9-3 ATS in its last 12 games when playing Buffalo
Buffalo is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Buffalo is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Buffalo's last 6 games when playing Toledo
Buffalo is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Next up:
Toledo at Kent State, Tuesday, February 3
Buffalo home to Central Michigan, Tuesday, February 3

 

Notre Dame-Pittsburgh Lines Preview

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Pittsburgh Panthers will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Petersen Events Center.
Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.
Luke Harangody went for 29 points and 17 boards for Notre Dame in its 71-64 loss to Marquette on Monday night.
Marquette cashed as 2.5-point road underdogs as the game played under the 155.5-point total set by oddsmakers.
Sam Young had 14 points and seven boards for Pitt in its 67-57 loss to Villanova on Wednesday night.
Villanova won as 4-point home underdogs as the teams played under the 136-point total posted by sportsbooks.
Current streak:
Notre Dame has lost 4 straight games.
Team records:
Notre Dame: 12-7 SU, 5-9 ATS
Pittsburgh: 18-2 SU, 9-6 ATS
Notre Dame most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 6-1
Before playing Cincinnati are 2-1
After playing Marquette are 6-3
After a loss are 7-3

Pittsburgh most recently:
When playing on Saturday are 4-2
Before playing Robert Morris are 5-3
After playing Villanova are 5-5
After a loss are 8-2
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Notre Dame's last 6 games on the road
Notre Dame is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Pittsburgh
Notre Dame is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Pittsburgh
Notre Dame is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Pittsburgh is 18-2 SU in its last 20 games
Pittsburgh is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Notre Dame
Pittsburgh is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Notre Dame
Next up:
Notre Dame at Cincinnati, Wednesday, February 4
Pittsburgh home to Robert Morris, Monday, February 2

 

Friday, January 30, 2009

Friday's Best Bet's--Literally

The Boston Celtics will be gunning for their 10th straight victory Friday night when they visit the Detroit Pistons. Here's a look in your Daily Sports Roundup and the rundown of all the top sports picks for Friday night.

The Gridiron Spotlight

The most scrutinized body part heading into Sunday's Super Bowl has been Hines Ward's knee. The Steelers wide receiver suffered a sprained MCL against the Ravens in the AFC Championship Game, and he missed practice to rest the injury on Wednesday. However, Ward practiced fully on Thursday afternoon and will start on Sunday night against the Cards - albeit with a brace on his bad knee.

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Other Notable Events

The Celtics ran their winning streak to nine games on Wednesday night with a 119-100 victory over Sacramento. Eddie House scored 28 points for Boston off the bench in that contest, while Rajon Rondo chipped in with 24 points and nine assists. Detroit knocked off Minnesota 98-89 in their last outing, but that was just their third victory in their past 10 games. Rasheed Wallace led the way with 25 points for the Pistons that day. Tipoff for the Friday matchup is set for 7:00pm ET.

Celtics/Pistons is just one of 11 matchups on the NBA schedule for Friday night. The Cavaliers will be looking for an easy win when they host the Clippers, while the Lakers will be on the road in Minnesota. Rounding out the slate: Milwaukee at Toronto, Washington at Philadelphia, Miami at Indiana, New Jersey at Atlanta, Charlotte at Denver, Oklahoma City at Utah, Golden State at New Orleans, and Chicago at Sacramento; the Kings' Wednesday defeat was their seventh straight.

The Rest of the Schedule

On the ice, the Penguins will hit the road for a game against the Devils on Friday night. Pittsburgh scored five goals in the third period to get past the rival Rangers 6-2 at home on Wednesday night, with Sidney Crosby picking up a goal and three assists. Eight other teams are in action around the NHL on Friday, with Ottawa at Columbus, Philadelphia at Tampa Bay, Nashville at Calgary, and Minnesota at Edmonton; the Oilers were pasted 10-2 by the Sabres last time out.

Finally, there's just one ranked college hoops team in action on Friday night, as No. 13 Butler will host Valparaiso at Hinkle Fieldhouse. The Bulldogs pounded Wisconsin-Milwaukee 78-48 last time out to improve to 18-1 SU and 11-5-1 ATS on the season. The Crusaders are just 6-15 SU and 8-10 ATS through 21 games.

News from the Wire

Key Clippers Marcus Camby (ankle) and Baron Davis (tailbone) both returned to action on Wednesday night . . . Warriors guard Jamal Crawford (hamstring) also got back on the court on Wednesday night, as did Rockets center Yao Ming (knee) . . . Pens forward Crosby sat out last week's All-Star Game with a sore knee, but showed no ill effects in his big night against the Rangers Wednesday…Jason Veritek signs a one-year contract with the Red Sox.

A Peek at the Future

There are a couple of ranked matchups on the college hoops schedule for Saturday, with No. 25 Georgetown vs. No. 8 Marquette at 2:00pm ET, and No. 23 Washington vs. No. 14 Arizona State at 5:30pm ET . . . the top NBA matchups on Saturday are Dallas at Miami, New Orleans at San Antonio, and Utah at Portland . . . the Red Wings are in Washington in NHL matinee action on Saturday (12:30pm ET), while the Blackhawks hit the road to take on the Sharks.

Friday Gambling Rundown

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Thursday, January 29, 2009

Thursday Betting

It's a huge night on the hardwood for bettors. In the live odds for the NBA the Cavaliers travel to Orlando to take on the Magic. BetUs Sportsbook has Orlando as a five-point favorite.

Also on TNT, the Spurs-Suns Vegas odds have Phoenix laying 1.5 according to Sports Betting Sportsbook. Most betting systems favor the chalk against the spread in that game.

On ESPN, it's Michigan State-Iowa with the Spartans favorite on the betting line by six. Clemson-Virginia Tech has Bookmaker posted this game as a pick 'em.

Rutgers-Seton Hall odds have the Pirates laying 7.5 and it's Alabama-Arkansas with the Razorbacks -4.5 at most sportsbooks

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Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Duke-Wake Forest Betting Preview

One of the biggest games of the year goes tonight when Duke takes on Wake Forest. According to Sports Betting Sportsbook the Blue Devils are 1.5 point road favorites with a total of 149.5

Duke comes into the game 18-1 straight up and 10-7 to the Vegas odds. They have gone under the total in seven of their last eight games. All five of their ACC contests have gone under. Wake Forest is 16-1 outright and 8-5 against the spread.

The Blue Devils are outstanding on both sides of the ball scoring 80.3 points per game against teams normally allowing 67.2. Defensively they permit just 59.5 points per game teams normally getting 71.5.  

The Demon Deacons score 84.2 points per game to teams that normally allow just 70.7 on sensational 50.5 percent shooting. They allow just 36.8 percent to teams normally getting 43.9 allowing 66.5 points per game to 72.2.

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Wednesday Betting Led by Duke-Wake Forest

The Duke Blue Devils sit atop the rankings once again, and they'll try to defend that spot on Wednesday against Wake Forest. Here's your Daily Sports Roundup.

Other Notable Events

The Blue Devils and Demon Deacons are a combined 34-2 straight-up so far this season, but it's 18-1 Duke that has the 10-game winning streak and the No. 1 spot in the current AP Poll. The Blue Devils (10-7-1 against-the-spread) bounced rival Maryland 85-44 at home in their last contest. The Demon Deacons (8-5 ATS) fell 78-71 to Virginia Tech last time out and now sit at No. 6 in the rankings.

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The other ranked college hoops matchup on Wednesday has No. 3 Pittsburgh travelling to No. 21 Villanova. As well, No. 2 Connecticut will take on DePaul, No. 5 North Carolina will visit Florida State, No. 7 Louisville will host South Florida, and No. 10 Xavier meets Charlotte. Other games involving Top 25 teams: No. 15 Syracuse vs. Providence, No. 18 Memphis vs. East Carolina, and No. 25 Georgetown vs. Cincinnati; the Hoyas were upset 65-60 by Seton Hall last game.

The Gridiron Spotlight

The Cardinals' Larry Fitzgerald is the receiver everyone is talking about heading into the Super Bowl, so it's no surprise that he's the favorite to pick up the most receiving yards on Sunday on the NFL props lines. Teammate Anquan Boldin and the Steelers' Hines Ward follow Fitzgerald on that list at most sportsbooks, although Ward's sore knee could end up cutting into his numbers Sunday night.

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The Rest of the Schedule

The NBA rolls out a busy schedule on Wednesday, with a dozen games set for the hardwood. Headlining the early action is Sacramento at Boston, with the Celtics looking to pick up their ninth straight victory. Ray Allen and company blasted Dallas 124-100 last time out, with Allen tossing in 23 points in that victory.

The rest of the early slate: Milwaukee at Indiana, Atlanta at New York, Toronto at New Jersey, Washington at Miami, Detroit at Minnesota, Denver at New Orleans, Memphis at Oklahoma City, and Philadelphia at Houston. The Mavs will then try to bounce back with a win at home over Golden State on Wednesday night, while it's Charlotte at Portland and Chicago at the Clippers in the west-coast contests.

Finally, the NHL offers up just four games on Wednesday, including the Rangers visiting the Penguins for an Atlantic Division matchup. Calgary will also play host to Buffalo, while Chicago visits Anaheim, and Nashville will travel to Vancouver.

News from the Wire

Clippers guard Baron Davis could finally return to the team's lineup this week, and teammate Marcus Camby could also be back in action this week . . . Rockets center Yao Ming is expected to play on Wednesday despite his sore knee . . . Canucks forward Pavol Demitra is unlikely to play on Wednesday because of a groin injury . . . Wings defenseman Brad Stuart is day-to-day with his sore ribs…Aaron Heilman was traded to the Chicago Cubs.

A Peek at the Future

The NBA doubleheader on Thursday night has Cleveland at Orlando at 8:00pm ET, and San Antonio at Phoenix at 10:30pm ET . . . there are nine games on the ice on Thursday, including New Jersey at Boston and Phoenix at San Jose . . . Thursday's top college hoops matchup has No. 22 St. Mary's visiting No. 20 Gonzaga . . . this week's PGA Tour tourney is the FBR Open at TPC Scottsdale.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Tuesday's Gamblers Rundown

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