Friday 3/15/19 thread for free handicapping service plays and expert predictions for Friday's NCAAB, NHL & NBA games.
Stephen Oh
CHICAGO +8.5
CHICAGO @ L.A. CLIPPERS | 3/15 | 10:30 PM EDT
YESTERDAY 11:51 PM
My data sees the Bulls staying within four or fewer points of the Clippers in the majority of simulations for their Friday meeting. My numbers have Chicago covering more than 60 percent of the time, which gives us strong value with taking the points. The Bulls have covered seven of their past 10 road contests.
75-54 IN LAST 129 NBA PICKS | +1617
5-3 IN LAST 8 LAC ATS PICKS | +166
2-1 IN LAST 3 CHI ATS PICKS | +88
WASHINGTON -3
CHARLOTTE @ WASHINGTON | 3/15 | 7:00 PM EDT
YESTERDAY 11:48 PM
My numbers see the Wizards topping the Hornets by at least eight points Friday, providing a value spot on the slight home chalk. I've got the Wizards covering in 62 percent of simulations while winning outright more than two-thirds of the time. The Wizards have covered four straight home games and the home team is 9-2 ATS in this series.
75-54 IN LAST 129 NBA PICKS | +1617
23-13 IN LAST 36 WAS ATS PICKS | +876
5-3 IN LAST 8 CHA ATS PICKS | +167
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Dave Essler
3*
Colorado +2
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Ben Burns
3*
Houston / Phoenix over 224.5
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Stephen Nover
3*
Washington -120(cbb)
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Mike Lundin
Clippers -8.5
Connedticut v Houston
137.5 Over
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Mike Barner
CHICAGO +8.5
CHICAGO @ L.A. CLIPPERS | 3/15 | 10:30 PM EDT
9:36 AM
The Bulls have been beaten soundly their last two games, but Zach LaVine (knee) missed both of those contests. He’s listed as probable against the Clippers and his return would provide a massive boost. With Otto Porter Jr. in the fold, the Bulls have been a much more competitive team. I think the Clippers win this game even if LaVine does make his expected return, but this is a big line, so I’ll take the Bulls and the points.
45-29-3 IN LAST 77 NBA ATS PICKS | +1286
3-0 IN LAST 3 CHI ATS PICKS | +300
4-2 IN LAST 6 LAC ATS PICKS | +178
SACRAMENTO +10
SACRAMENTO @ PHILADELPHIA | 3/15 | 7:00 PM EDT
9:34 AM
The Kings’ playoff hopes are on life support after losing six of their last eight games. Even though they have suffered so many losses lately, their average margin of defeat was only 4.8 points. They played some tough teams during that stretch, as well, including matchups with the Bucks, Clippers and Celtics. I don’t think they win this game, but I think they keep it close to enough to where I like taking the points.
45-29-3 IN LAST 77 NBA ATS PICKS | +1286
3-2 IN LAST 5 PHI ATS PICKS | +78
5-4 IN LAST 9 SAC ATS PICKS | +53
WASHINGTON -3.5
CHARLOTTE @ WASHINGTON | 3/15 | 7:00 PM EDT
9:33 AM
I like to seek out the Wizards when they are at home since they have a 21-12 record there ATS. Even though they’ve lost both of their last two games against the Hornets, those games were in Charlotte. The Hornets are an abysmal 9-23 on the road, including 13-19 ATS. Cody Zeller (knee) is considered doubtful and his absence would be a huge loss for their frontcourt. I’ll ride with the Wizards to cover.
45-29-3 IN LAST 77 NBA ATS PICKS | +1286
7-3 IN LAST 10 WAS ATS PICKS | +368
4-2 IN LAST 6 CHA ATS PICKS | +177
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CleInsidersports
MLB Spring Training (Leans only, for those who want MLB action) 19-6 +96.5 units last 9 days
Marlins +15 (-140)
Padres +1.5 (-165)
Royals +1.5 (-165)
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Cal sports
Mar 15 Cal Sports 3% [CBB] (825) So Mississippi at (826) Western Kentucky
Time: 4:00 PM EDT So Mississippi -1.0 (-110)
#825 3* Southern Miss -1 WKU 4 PM CBS College Sports
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Larry Hartstein
MILWAUKEE -5
MILWAUKEE @ MIAMI | 3/15 | 8:00 PM EDT
10:00 AM
The Heat are playing well but remember that the last time these teams met, Milwaukee won by 38. It's a good matchup for the Bucks, who had two days' rest. Lay it.
45-26-1 IN LAST 72 NBA ATS PICKS | +1647
23-14-1 IN LAST 38 MIL ATS PICKS | +764
19-13 IN LAST 32 MIA ATS PICKS | +488
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Michael Rusk
UTAH ST. -3.5
FRESNO ST. VS UTAH ST. | 3/15 | 11:30 PM EDT
10:42 AM
Reality will settle in for Fresno State Friday night against the Aggies. The Bulldogs have covered three straight games one winning outright as a healthy underdog and the others being 26 and 40 point wins, respectively. Utah State is one of the most disciplined teams in college basketball ranking in the top 50 in almost all offensive and defensive categories.it This tournament is pivotal for Utah State's seeding and I expect them to get to the finals by coming out hot after a nice comeback win last night. Utah State should take this one handily.
23-13 IN LAST 36 CBB PICKS | +844
XAVIER +7
XAVIER VS VILLANOVA | 3/15 | 6:30 PM EDT
10:40 AM
Yesterday we backed Villanova in a no-brainer, but today is much stiffer competition. Not only hasn’t Xavier transformed its slow start to the season, but it has won seven of the past eight, beating down fellow Big East opponents. Less than a month ago, the Musketeers throttled Jay Wright and the Wildcats by double digits as a healthy underdog. Today presents a similar situation. This game will go wire to wire but seven points will be well enough for Xavier to cover the spread
23-13 IN LAST 36 CBB PICKS | +844
3-2 IN LAST 5 NOVA ATS PICKS | +71
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Goodfella
3*
Oregon -130
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Derek Hayes
(CBB) -$200 West Virginia +10.5
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Brandon Watson (College Basketball)
Houston U.
Ohio State
Nebraska
Washington
Duke
Under Michigan/Iowa
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Dave Essler
3*
Colorado +2
Added
2*
Oregon -135
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Stats Analytics Sports (College Hoops)
Top Play
3* Under Davidson/St Joe's
2* South Carolina
2* Western Kentucky
1* Old Dominion
1* Under Memphis/UCF
1* Under Buffalo/Central Michigan
1* Under St Louis/Dayton
1* Under Seton Hall/Marquette
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Greg shaker
2*
Kansas / W.Virginia under 148
3*TOW
Temple / Wichita St over 140.5
1*
Eastern Wash. / Southern Utah over 143
2*
Bowling Green / N.Illinois under 149
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Sleepyj
3*
UC Santa Barbara -2.5
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Spartan
3*GOY
Oregon -2.5
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Stephen Nover
3*
Washington -120(cbb)
Added
2*
New York Knicks +13.5
1*
Iowa st -133
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Killer Sources
Augie J - Michigan St
Philly Guy - St Joe's LSU Florida St S Diego St
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HANK GOLDBERG
lsu -3
memphis +3
duke -3
iowa state -1.5
houston -10.5,
rhode island +8
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From Northcoast group of handicappers:
Billy Coleman
NCAA BK
3* #806 Dayton -3
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Primetime Sports Picks For 03/15/19
4 Unit --> Central Michigan +12.5 over Buffalo (NCAAB)
3 Unit --> Michigan St. -10 over Ohio St. (NCAAB)
3 Unit --> Xavier/Villanova OVER 135.5 (NCAAB)
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Vsi college
6*-oregon-2
4*-duke-3
4* uc santa barbara-3
3*-bowling green-2
3*-over-143.5-fresno st-utah st
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WORLDS WORST PICKER
PEABODY SUPER PLAYS
Iowa State North Carolina
Regular Plays
LSU Nebraska Davidson Xavier Buffalo Temple Mississippi St
PLAY on the OPPOSITES
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charlie
500
vcu -8
vcu over 130.5
houston -10
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Rockdeman Sports
(CBB Under the Radar Play of the Day) - Prairie View A&M -3
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NFAC
$750 Florida +4
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Marco/ Sports Unlimited
4% S. Mississippi-1
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Scott Spreitzer’s CBB
4- Marquette -4
5- Duke -3
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SEABASS
First Report
500 Rhode Island
400 UConn Old Dom Memphis
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Greg Smith
Guaranteed Duke -3
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AJ Hoffman (Friday CBB)
2* Memphis +3.5
2* Ohio State +11.0
2* Oregon -2.0
1* Florida +4.5
1* Seton Hall +4.0
1* Southern Miss -1.5
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Mighty Capper
CBB 2 units:
UAB Under 124
George Mason +4.5
Nebraska +8
St Joseph's +6
Villanova Over 134.5
Colorado +2.5
Iowa +8
CBB 4 units:
Seton Hall Over 142
Duke Moneyline
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Cal Sports
Mar 15 Cal Sports 4% [CBB] (801) George Mason at (802) St. Bonaventure
Time: 2:30 PM EDT St. Bonaventure -3.5 (-105)
Analysis:
#802 4* St Bonaventure -3.5 George Mason 2:30 PM ET NBCS
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CAL SPORTS
Mar 15 Cal Sports 4% [CBB] (827) South Alabama at (828) Texas State
Time: 6:00 PM EDT Texas State -6.0 (-110)
Analysis:
Final update - 3 plays total for All-Access. Back by 11 AM ET Saturday (first game tips at 12:30 PM ET)
#828 4* Texas St -6 South Alabama 6 PM
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TWEETY DIMES
FAVORITES
MICHIGAN ST -10.5 2u( blowout)
OREGON -140 ...2u
DOGS
FLORIDA + 4 ..2u
ST JOE’s + 6 ..2u
TOTAL
VCU / RHODE I. OVER 130.5 2u
PARLAYS
MICH ST ML
VIRG ML
CINNCI ML
PURDUE ML
4u
ST JOES + 6
MICH ST -10.5
FLORIDA + 3
$200 wins $1200
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Michael Rusk
VIRGINIA -9
FLORIDA ST. VS VIRGINIA | 3/15 | 7:00 PM EDT
1:04 PM
UVA is on a mission. A nine-point favorite for most teams is overwhelming, but not for the Cavaliers. Their margin of victory is 17.6 PPG and they have no trouble blowing out tough ACC teams left and right. Florida State is coming off an OT win and won’t have the energy needed to contest with the Cavs. Look for a similar result to their matchup earlier this season when UVA bested the Seminoles by 13. Take Virginia here.
23-13 IN LAST 36 CBB PICKS | +844
3-1 IN LAST 4 UVA ATS PICKS | +190
2-1 IN LAST 3 FSU ATS PICKS | +95
WISCONSIN -8.5
NEBRASKA VS WISCONSIN | 3/15 | 2:55 PM EDT
1:03 PM
Let’s break this down. Nebraska will now play its third game in less than three days. A tired Cornhusker team against a Badger squad that beat them by double digits on the road earlier this season. This line should be double digits, especially with the fact that this is much closer to a home court edge for Wisconsin. Look for badger fans to make the three hour trip to the United Center to support their squad. Don’t overthink this one. Lay the points.
23-13 IN LAST 36 CBB PICKS | +844
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Josh Nagel
FLORIDA +4
FLORIDA VS LSU | 3/15 | 1:00 PM EDT
12:09 PM
These clubs have played two overtime games in the past month, with each winning on the opponent's home floor. Florida has shown it can get decent looks in its half-court offense against LSU's defense. The Tigers have the superior athletes and they have performed well all season. But Florida, which remains a bubble team, can take a major step forward with a win Friday. The Gators have the motivational edge over an LSU club that has to have some level of distraction amid the uncertainty of suspended coach Will Wade.
44-29-1 IN LAST 74 CBB ATS PICKS | +1124
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Jack Jones
25* Wisconsin -7.5
25* Iowa St -2
20* Miami +5.5
15* South Carolina +8
15* Duke -3
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Larry Hartstein
L.A. CLIPPERS -8.5
CHICAGO @ L.A. CLIPPERS | 3/15 | 10:30 PM EDT
1:16 PM
The Bulls will have Zach LaVine and Otto Porter, but I like the Clippers coming off that brutal home loss to Portland on Tuesday. That performance was on the second night of a back-to-back, whereas now the Clips are well rested. Plus, Lauri Markkanen is really struggling, shooting 34.4 percent from the floor over the past six games. LA has won five straight in the series. Lay it.
45-26-1 IN LAST 72 NBA ATS PICKS | +1647
31-11-2 IN LAST 44 CHI ATS PICKS | +1908
33-22 IN LAST 55 LAC ATS PICKS | +919
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WUNDERDOG
Game: St. Joseph's Hawks (803) vs. Davidson Wildcats (804)
Time: Friday 03/15 6:00 PM Eastern
Pick: Davidson -6 (-105)
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