Sports Picks & Predictions

15* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets vs Grizzlies under 227½ +103

The UNDER (227.5) is worth a look here in Friday's NBA action that has the Grizzlies hosting the Nuggets. This is a really big number for this matchup. While both teams are capable of going off offensively, they have both seen the majority of their games here of late go UNDER the total. UNDER has cashed in 4 of the Nuggets last 6 and 6 of the last 7 for Memphis. UNDER is 11-1 in Grizzlies last 12 home games when playing only their 2nd game in 5 days. Play the UNDER 227.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets -3½ -101

The Nuggets (-3.5) are worth a look here as a slim road favorite against the Grizzlies in Friday's NBA action. Denver won 4 straight going into the break and shot lights out in all 4 games, hitting at least 53% from field. They should have no problem staying hot against a bad Memphis defense. The Grizzlies are also overvalued here coming off that huge 127-112 win against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. This is just too good a price to pass up with Denver. Play the Nuggets -3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Mississippi State +8½ -108

Mississippi State (+8.5) is worth a look as a near double-digit dog against the Crimson Tide in Friday's Quarterfinal matchup in the SEC Tournament. This is just too big a price for Alabama to be laying against a team that they struggled with in regular-season play. While the Crimson Tide won both meetings, they only won by 8 in the first meeting and by just 5 in the second matchup. Mississippi State has covered 13 of their last 17 against up-tempo teams like Alabama who average 62+ shots/game. Bulldogs are also 12-4 ATS last 2 seasons vs top tier teams that are outscoring opponents by 8+ points/game. Play Mississippi State +8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -10 -105

The Bucks (-10) are worth a look as a big home favorite against the Knicks in Thursday's NBA action. This will be the first game back from the All-Star break for both teams and I just don't see this one being close at all. I know New York has been playing really well of late, but so many of their wins during this recent run have come against bad teams. In their last 6 meetings with Milwaukee they have lost all 6 by at least 14 points with each of the last 4 coming by at least 20. Play the Bucks -10! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Buffalo -8 -108

Buffalo (-8) is worth a look as a pretty big favorite against Miami (OH) in Thursday's Quarterfinal matchup in the MAC Tournament. I just think the RedHawks are getting a little too much respect in this one. Sure they won 4 of their last 5, but 3 of those came against bottom feeders Northern Illinois, Central Michigan and Western Michigan. The other was a OT win against a mediocre Bowling Green team. In the two games against Buffalo in the regular-season, the Bulls won 90-62 on the road and 88-64 at home. They should easily win here once again by double-digits. Play Buffalo  -8! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Stanford -6½ -110

Stanford (-6.5) is worth a look as a favorite against rival California in Wednesday's First Round matchup in the Pac-12 Tournament. Stanford swept the season series with the Golden Bears, which included a 15-point win on the road. However, the Cardinal are showing value here because they closed out the regular season with 4 straight losses. Thing is, Cal has that beat, as they were just 1-11 over their last 12 games. I just don't see the Golden Bears and their anemic offense being able to keep this close. Play Stanford -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Spurs +5½ -110

The Spurs (+5.5) are worth a look as a decently priced road dog against the Mavs in Wednesday's NBA action. I just think Dallas is a bit overrated coming out of the break. Mavs went 9-2 over their final 11 games and a lot of that was just them getting healthy. Not that I'm expecting the Mavs to revert back to losing, I just think there's still some major flaws with this team, especially on defense. San Antonio is one of those teams that were hit hard with Covid in February. They are as healthy now as they have been in a long time and I think they will be the more motivated team out of the break. Play the Spurs +5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Fresno State -7 -110

Fresno State (-7) is worth a look as a favorite against New Mexico in Wednesday's First Round matchup in the Mountwest West Tournament. This might seem like a big number for the Bulldogs to be laying given they went just 2-4 in their final 6 games, but two of those losses were two San Diego State and the other two were by 1-point at UNLV and by 6 at home to Utah State. The Lobos were a dismal 2-15 in MWC play this year and 14 of the 15 losses came by at least 7 points. Not much else needs to be said. Play Fresno State -7! 

20* SHARP PLAY on BYU -8½ -108

BYU (-8.5) is worth a look here as decently priced favorite against Pepperdine in Monday's semifinal matchup out of the WCC Tournament. BYU did lose the most recent meeting with the Waves 73-76 on the road, but they also beat Pepperdine by 11 at home 4 days earlier. I just think a focused BYU team, which they should be here, will easily win this game by double-digits. Since that loss to Pepperdine, the Cougars have gone 6-1 with the only loss by a mere 11-points to Gonzaga. Play BYU -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Cleveland State -3½ -108

Cleveland State (-3.5) is worth a look as a small favorite against Wisconsin-Milwaukee in Monday's semifinal matchup out of the Horizon Tournament. These two teams played twice in the regular-season and split, but the games were played on back-to-back days. I'm more interested in how the first game played out and that was a 64-53 win for the Vikings at home. I also look at how these two teams finished the regular-season and the edge clearly goes to Cleveland State. The Vikings went 6-2 in their last 8 games, while the Panthers were just 1-5 in their last 6 with the only win coming in double-overtime against Oakland. Play Cleveland State -3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on All Star LeBron -3½ -105

Team LeBron (-3.5) is worth a look here as a small favorite against Team Durant in Sunday's NBA All-Star Game. I just think Team LeBron is without question the better team. The starting 5 of LeBron, Gianniss, Curry, Doncic and Jokic is going to be fun to watch. Not to take anything away from Team Durant, but he's not even playing. Play Team LeBron! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Texas Tech +8 -107

Texas Tech (+8) is worth a look as a near double-digit road dog against Baylor in Sunday's Big 12 action on the college hardwood. There's just not a lot of incentive here for the Bears, who have already locked up the Big 12 regular-season title and even with a loss are still going to be a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. 

Texas Tech can definitely improve their resume with a road win in this game and that's definitely something worth playing for. I also think the Red Raiders want some revenge from a hard-fought loss at home to Baylor earlier this season. Whether it's enough to get the win is one thing, but I definitely think it's enough to cover this number. Play Texas Tech +8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Santa Clara +4 -110

Santa Clara (+4) is worth a look here as a dog against Pepperdine in Saturday's Quarterfinal action out of the West Coast Conference. The Broncos will be at a big rest disadvantage here as they will be playing their 3rd game in 3 days, but have a ton of momentum after knocking off Portland 95-86 and Pacific 81-76. I just really like the way this team is clicking offensively and it's not like the Waves were lighting it up down the stretch. Pepperdine lost 3 of their final 4 games, including a 82-86 loss at Santa Clara. Play the Broncos +4! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Seton Hall +1½ -110

Seton Hall (+1.5) is worth a look here at basically a pick'em on the road against St. John's. The Pirates have lost 3 in a row after starting out 10-5 in Big East play. Two of those were close road losses at Georgetown and Butler and most recently a loss at home to a red-hot UConn team. The Red Storm were able to avoid a 3rd straight loss with a 81-67 win over Providence in their last game, but they needed a big 2nd half to erase a double-digit deficit. St. John's is also possibly going to be without one of their best players in Posh Alexander, who missed the last game against Providence. Play Seton Hall +1.5!

20* SHARP PLAY on Pacific -3 -108

Pacific (-3) is worth a look here as a short favorite against Santa Clara in Friday's late night action in the West Coast Tournament. The Tigers come into this game red-hot having won and covered in 3 of their last 4. The only game they didn't cover was in a 8point loss as a 5.5-point dog at St. Mary's. Pacific had no problem beating Santa Clara in the only regular-season meeting, winning 79-58 as a 3-point dog. Expect more of the same in this one. Play the Tigers -3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on UC San Diego -2½ -108

UC San Diego (-2.5) is worth a look here as a small home favorite against Cal. St. Fullerton in Friday's action on the college hardwood out of the Big West Conference. The Titans are off a huge upset win over UC Irving, which they won 67-64 as a 9-point dog. While they pulled off the big win, they did not shoot it well hitting just 35.9% from the field. The other big thing is that game was played on Feb. 20, which means they haven't played a game in almost two weeks. Look for there to be some rust for Fullerton in their first game back, especially on the road against a hungry Tritons. team. Titans are just 1-8 ATS last 9 off a home win. Play UC San Diego -2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Western Carolina -2½ -108

Western Carolina (-2.5) is worth a look here as a small favorite in Friday's first round action out of the Southern Tournament. These two split their two regular-season games with the home team winning each time. Getting a split for Western Carolina was impressive, given they couldn't have shot much worse from behind the 3-point line in those two games. They were 2 of 16 (12.5%) in the first meeting and 4-22 (18.2%) in the second. While not a great 3-point shooting team, that's no where close to what this team is capable of, as they averaged 8 made 3-pointers/game and shot 34% as a team this season. If they can have any kind of success from deep in this game, this could turn into a blowout. The Citadel also come in playing poorly, having lost 4 of their last 5 games. Play Western Carolina -2.5!  

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -6 -105

The Bucks (-6) are worth a look here as a 6-point road favorite against the Grizzlies in Wednesday's NBA action. Milwaukee had their 5-game win streak snapped in Tuesday's ugly 97-128 loss at home to the Nuggets. No way the Bucks are going to be happy about that showing. I got a good feeling we see Milwaukee come out extremely motivated to make sure they go into the All-Star break with some momentum. Memphis is definitely a team they can cover this number against. The Grizzlies have won their last two, but it's come against the Rockets and Wizards. Bucks are 33-17 ATS last 50 off an upset loss as a favorite and 16-4 ATS in their last 20 when off a loss by 10 or more as a favorite. Play Milwaukee -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Monmouth -5 -108

Monmouth (-5) is worth a look here as a slim road favorite against Rider in Thursday's college hoops action out of the MAAC. Easy spot here to jump on the Hawks, who are going to be extremely motivated to get back on track after dropping their last 2 on the road to Iona. Prior to those 2 defeats Monmouth had won 7 of 8. They should be able to make easy work here of Rider, who is just 5-14 overall and tied for last in the MAAC with a 5-11 mark. Play Monmouth -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Thunder +8 -105

The Thunder (+8) are worth a look here as a near double-digit dog on the road against the Mavs. Dallas is simply overvalued right now due to the fact that they have won 8 of their last 10. They were asked to lay a similar price in their last game at Orlando and didn't cover as a 7-point favorite. Not only are the Mavs overvalued, but we are getting value with OKC due to them coming off that ugly 30-point loss to the Nuggets at home. Thunder are 14-3 ATS last 17 on the road off a loss by 10 or more and 28-9 ATS last 37 as a road dog. Play Oklahoma City +8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Illinois vs Michigan under 149½ -113

The UNDER (149.5) is worth a look here in Tuesday's Big 10 showdown between Illinois and Michigan. This is just too many points for this matchup. The UNDER has cashed in 5 of the last 6 games for Michigan, who has held 5 of their 6 opponents to 65 or fewer points during this stretch. With Illinois playing without Ayo Dosunmu, I just don't see Illinois scoring enough here to push this past the total. You also have to look at Illinois's defense in the two games without Dosunmu. They held Nebraska to 70 and Wisconsin to 69. They know they have to win with their defense while he's out and you know they are going to bring it on that side of the ball in a game of this magnitude. Play the UNDER 149.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Buffalo -6 -108

Buffalo (-6) is worth a look here as a relatively short home favorite against the Zips in Tuesday's college hoops action out of the MAC. The Bulls have saved some of their best basketball for the stretch run. Buffalo has won 3 straight and 6 of 7 overall. They are also a dominant 5-2 ATS over this 7 game stretch. Akron enters having lost their last 2 and are just 1-4 ATS in their last 5. Zips figure to have a real tough time slowing down the Bulls' offense. Buffalo is averaging 85.8 pug on 49% shooting in their last 5 games. Akron is giving up 80.8 ppg on 47% shooting in their last 5. Play the Bulls -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -6½ -105

The Jazz (-6.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the Pelicans in Monday's NBA action. At this point, you either back Utah or stay away. The Jazz are on one of the most ridiculous runs in recent memory. Utah is 23-3 SU and 19-4 ATS over their last 23 games. They aren't just sneaking past teams, they are winning convincingly and that's what I expect here against a struggling Pelicans team. New Orleans is just 3-7 SU and 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games. Play Utah -6.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Mavs -6½ -105

The Mavs (-6.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road favorite against the Magic in Monday's NBA action. Dallas has really turned things around. It wasn't that long ago the Mavs were in the midst  of a 6-game losing streak and sitting there with a mere 8-13 record. They have won 8 of their last 11 to pull to .500 and will extremely motivated to keep this strong play going into the All-Star break. As for the Magic, they have really fallen off after a fast start. Orlando has dropped 3 straight to fall to 13-21 overall and the last two have been ugly, losing by 37 at Brooklyn and by 15 at home to the Jazz. Play the Mavs -6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on St Bonaventure -8 -108

St. Bonaventure (-8) is worth a look here as a near double-digit home favorite against the Flyers in Monday's action out of the Atlantic 10. Dayton is a good team, but the Bonnies are just a different beast at home. St. Bonaventure is a perfect 8-0 SU and 6-2 ATS at home this season, where they are winning games by an average of 19.0 ppg (77.4-58.4). The Flyers are also not playing great coming into this matchup. Dayton has lost 3 of their last 4 including an ugly 84-97 loss at St Joseph's last time out as a 7.5-point favorite. Bonnies have won 3 straight and are fresh off a 88-41 thrashing of George Washington. Play St. Bonaventure -8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Knicks -1 -101

The Knicks (-1) are worth a look here at basically a pick'em on the road against the Pistons. New York has caught fire here before the all-star break. Knicks have won 6 of 8 and are a dominant 9-2-1 ATS in their last 12 games. The books can be slow to adjust the numbers on a bad team like NY, as the public typically takes a while to get on board. With how bad the Pistons have been playing, you got to roll the dice with the Knicks in this one. Play New York -1! 

15* SHARP PLAY on NC State -6 -108

NC State (-6) is worth a look here as a home favorite against Pittsburgh in Sunday's action out of the ACC. The Wolfpack are playing some of their best basketball since December. NC State has won 3 straight and none more impressive than Wednesday's 68-61 road win over Virginia. While the Wolfpack are soaring to the finish line, Pitt has lost 4 straight and 7 of 8 overall. Panthers will be lucky to make a game of it. Play NC State -6! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Quinnipiac +3 -108

Quinnipiac (+3) is worth a look here as a small road dog against Marist in Sunday's action out of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. The Bobcats are rolling right now with 3 straight wins and these mediocre teams have been a problem for the Red Foxes. Marist is just 1-8 ATS last 9 games vs a marginal losing team (40% to 49% WP). Red Foxes are also coming off a great defensive showing in a 51-50 win over St. Peters, which has been an issue. Marist is 0-7 ATS last 7 at home after allowing 60 or fewer points. Play Quinnipiac +3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Long Beach State +8 -108

Long Beach State (+8) is worth a look here as a near double-digit dog at Hawaii in Saturday's action out of the Big West Conference. These two teams played last night and the Rainbow Warriors squeaked out a 78-76 win. Long Beach clearly showed they can hang and now will be the more motivated team in the rematch. They are also now 16-6 ATS last 22 road games in conference play, which spans the last 3 seasons. Play Long Beach State +8! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Hawaii -7 -110

Hawaii (-7) is worth a look as home favorite Friday night against Long Beach State. The Rainbow Warriors are showing some good value here due to the fact that they have gone just 1-3 SU and 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games. Key here is Hawaii should have no problem making easy work of Long Beach in this one. Long Beach does come in off back-to-back home wins over Cal Poly, but that's nothing to get excited about. Cal Poly is 1-11 in league games this year. Long Beach is just 1-6 in road games this season and have lost these games by almost 14 ppg. They are also just 1-6 ATS last 7 off a win by 6 or less and 0-9 ATS last 9 off a home win. Play Hawaii -7! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -4½ -107

The Lakers (-4.5) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Blazers in Friday's NBA action. LA has went from being a team that's way overvalued to getting undervalued due to how poorly they have played here of late without Anthony Davis. Lakers have lost each of their last 4 games and failed to cover in all 4, losing the first 3 outright as a favorite and most recently losing by 25 at Utah as a 8.5-point dog. Now is the time to jump on LA against a struggling Blazers team. Lakers also get some reinforcements back here with starting PG Dennis Schroder expected back after missing the last 4 games. Play the Lakers -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Celtics -3 -105

The Celtics (-3) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Pacers. I know Boston hasn't exactly been playing great of late, but this is just too good a price to pass up with them at home. Celtics are 14-4 ATS last 18 games after failing to cover in 3 straight and have won 4 straight at home against Indiana. Play Boston -3! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Rockets +7½ -105

The Rockets (+7.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the Raptors. We are getting some exceptional value here with Houston due to the fact that they come in having lost 9 straight and are fresh off an ugly 16-point loss at Cleveland in their last game. Rockets have recently got back Oladipo and should start playing better. They definitely will be motivated here to avoid losing 10 in a row. Raptors have also lost and failed to cover in 2 straight and are simply being asked to lay too big a number here. Play the Rockets +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Iowa vs Michigan under 155½ -113

The UNDER (155.5) is worth a look in Thursday's Big Ten matchup between Iowa and Michigan. Most are going to just look at the Wolverines last game against Ohio State, which saw a combined score of 179 with a total of 144 and just blindly take the OVER here with the Hawkeyes a very similar high-scoring team with subpar defense. Thing is both Michigan and Ohio State shots lights out in that game, as each hit 53% from the field. I just think we are going to see a little more defense here. Michigan is a really good defensive team and while Iowa has it's liabilities on that side, they have been much better of late. Hawkeyes have held 3ach of their last 3 and 4 of their last 5 opponents to 36% or worse shooting. Play the UNDER 155.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers +8½ -109

The Lakers (+8.5) are worth a look here as a near double-digit dog against the Jazz in Wednesday's NBA action. I don't know if LA will have enough here to get the win, but I definitely think they will keep it within the number. We are getting a great price here on the Lakers because of them being a bit undervalued after 3 straight losses, all as a favorite. You also have Utah way overvalued right now because of how dominant they have been for basically all of 2021. Play the Lakers +8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Xavier -1 -110

Xavier (-1) are worth a look here as a slim 1-point road favorite against Providence in Wednesday's Big East action on the college hardwood. The Friars have just not lived up to the hype this season. They have gone just 4-8 in conference games after starting out 3-1 and have lost 3 of 5 at home. Xavier is simply the better team. Last time out Providence lost 61-73 at UConn and that's worth noting given they are a mere 15-30 ATS last 45 at home off a road loss by 10 or more. Play Xavier -1! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Pistons vs Pelicans over 222½ -110

The OVER (222.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action between the Pistons and Pelicans. On one side you have a team in New Orleans that has seen the OVER cash in 8 straight and 16 of their last 19 and the other you have a Detroit team that has seen the UNDER hit in 4 straight and 6 of 7. The key here is which team will be able to dictate the tempo and my money is on the Pelicans. Not only is New Orleans playing at home, but they have a massive edge in rest. Pelicans have had the last 2 days off, while the Pistons are on no rest after playing last night in Orlando. You also have to look at the Pelicans defense and the fact it's allowed 113 or more in 7 straight games. Play the OVER 222.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Nuggets -7½ -105

The Nuggets (-7.5) are worth a look here as a home favorite against the Blazers in Tuesday's NBA action. Portland is trending in the wrong direction. After losing 111-118 as a 4-point home favorite to the Wizards on Saturday, they got annihilated 132-100 at Phoenix on Monday. I just don't see it getting any better for the Blazers on no rest. Denver is one of the toughest places in the NBA to play in the 2nd of a back-to-back. Nuggets should also be extremely motivated here having just lost 3 of 4 on a 4-game road trip. Play Denver -7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Missouri -3½ -108

Missouri (-3.5) is worth a look as a small home favorite against Ole Miss in Tuesday's SEC action on the college hardwood. The Tigers snapped a 3-game losing streak with a convincing 93-78 win at Georgia on Sunday and will have their eyes set on revenge against the Rebels. These two played at Ole Miss earlier this month and the Rebels laid it on the Tigers in a 80-59 win. I could see this being a complete reversal of that game with Missouri winning by double-digits. Tigers are 8-2 at home. Also, you have to note that in that first game against Ole Miss, Missouri was coming off a huge 68-65 home win over Alabama, so not a huge surprise they didn't come out with their best effort. They won't make that same mistake again. Play the Tigers -3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +2½ -100

The Pistons (+2.5) are worth a look here as a small road dog against the Magic in Tuesday's NBA action. These two teams just played each other on Sunday in Orlando and the Magic were able to hold on for a 105-96 win. Never easy beating the same team twice in a row and there's reason to be optimistic that Detroit can get their revenge, as they shot a miserable 37.4% in the loss. To shoot that badly and only lose by 9 definitely suggests they can win the rematch. Play the Pistons +2.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on West Virginia -8½ -108

West Virginia (-8.5) is worth a look here as a decently priced road favorite against TCU in Tuesday's Big 12 action on the college hardwood. The Mountaineers should have no problem winning by double-digits here. WV is absolutely clicking on the offensive side of the ball right now. The Mountaineers have scored 80 or more in 4 straight and 6 of their last 7. The only exception being a 76 point outing at ISU. The Horned Frogs have scored 55 and 54 in their last 2 games and 55 or fewer in 5 of their last 8. TCU just doesn't have the offensive fire-power to keep this close. Give me West Virginia -8.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +6½ -105

The Blazers (+6.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the Suns in Monday's NBA action. Portland is coming off a 111-118 loss at home to the Wizards as 4-point favorite, but are still a very strong 6-1 SU and 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games. The strong ATS run goes back even further, as they are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 games. Phoenix has also been a great bet of late, covering 11 of their last 13, but the books have definitely inflated the number on the Suns in this one. Play Portland +6.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Syracuse vs Duke over 151½ +103

The OVER (151.5) is worth a look in Monday's ACC showdown that has Duke hosting Syracuse. The Blue Devils have really figured something out offensively in February. Duke has shot 51% or better from the field in 5 straight games. The Blue Devils surging offense will be up against a Syracuse defense that is giving up 78.0 ppg on the road this season. 

Orange also figure to do their fair share of scoring in this one, as Duke has had their struggles defensively this year. Blue Devils are giving up 71.3 ppg in conference games and allowing teams to shot 48% from the field. OVER is 21-6 in Duke's last 27 home games as a favorite and 11-1 in Syracuse's last 11 road games after playing their previous game at home. Play the OVER 151.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on NC-Greensboro -8 -108

UNC-Greensboro (-8) is worth a look here as a sizeable road favorite against Western Carolina. I just don't think it's asking much for the Spartans to cash in a win by double-digits. Greensboro is 11-4 in Southern Conference play this season and come in having won 10 of their last 12 games. The Catamounts are 2-12 in league play and figure to have a horrible time stopping the Spartans from putting up a big number here. Greensboro is scoring 77.4 ppg in road games and Western Carolina is allowing 79.3 ppg in conference play. Play the Spartans -8! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Clippers -5 -105

The Clippers (-5) are worth a look here as a relatively small home favorite against the Nets. Los Angeles got back their two best players in Leonard and George in their last game and with those two they beat the red-hot Jazz 116-112. Brooklyn is also coming in off a big road win, as they defeated the Lakers 109-98. Thing is the Nets are still without Durant and while the duo of Irving and Harden was enough against a Lakers team that was without Anthony Davis, I don't think it will be enough against the Clippers. Look for the Nets defense to really get exposed in this one and LA is one of the few teams who can matchup defensively with the Nets stars. Play the Clippers -5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +1½ -104

The Pistons (+1.5) are worth a look here at basically a pick'em on the road against the Magic. These are two bad teams, but no one is going to even think twice about taking Detroit on the road as a short dog. You can side with the public if you want, but when a line looks this far off I'm going the other way. Detroit has gone 8-5-1 ATS in their last 14 games. They are also 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games with the Magic. Orlando on the other hand is 1-8 ATS last 9 vs a bad team like the Pistons who have won between 25% to 40% of their games. Play Detroit +1.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Michigan +1½ -105

The Wolverines (+1.5) are worth a look as a road dog against rival Ohio State in Sunday's Big Ten action on the college hardwood. I got nothing but respect for the Buckeyes, who have really came out of nowhere this season. However, I've been more impressed with what I've seen out of Michigan. The Wolverines haven't just looked like the best team in the Big Ten, but maybe one of the few teams who can win the whole thing. Play Michigan +1.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Kings -2 -105

The Kings (-2) are worth a look here as a slim 2-point road favorite against the Bulls in Saturday's NBA action. Great spot here to fade Chicago. Bulls will be in the second game of a back-to-back after a huge game last night against the Eastern Conference leaders in the 76ers. Don't be afraid of the fact that the Kings have dropped 5 straight. They are the much more rested team and have covered 16 of their last 21 trips to Chicago. Play the Kings -2! 

15* SHARP PLAY on NC State +1 -111

The Wolfpack (+1) are worth a look here at basically a pick'em on the road against Wake Forest. It might not look it in terms of records, but NC State is the much better team. The Demon Deacons are just 3-10 over their last 13 and the 3 wins have come against Pitt, Miami and BC. Wake Forest doesn't have a single win this season against a team ranked in the Top 100 at KenPom. NC State is currently sitting at No. 79 and are coming into this game with some nice momentum after a big road win at Pitt on Wednesday. Wolfpack should win here rather easily. Play NC State +1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Georgia Tech -3½ -108

The Yellow Jackets (-3.5) are worth a look here as a small road favorite against Miami in Saturday's early ACC action on the college hardwood. Georgia Tech is just 3-5 in their last 8 games, but have really been playing better than their record. Of the 5 losses during this stretch, 4 have come on the road to Virginia, Duke, Louisville and Clemson. The other was a home loss to Virginia. They had a legit shot to win all of those but the game at the Cardinals. Miami on the other hand has lost 6 of their last 7 and just aren't playing well. Georgia Tech is the much better team and should be favored more. Play the Yellow Jackets -3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pistons +5 -110

The Pistons (+5) are worth a look here as a road dog against the Grizzlies in Friday's NBA action. Detroit is a team the public doesn't want anything to do with and because of that they are often showing great value against the spread. It's played right into the Pistons going a very strong 8-4-1 ATS in their last 13 games. Detroit has really fared well against strong offensive teams like Memphis that shoot it well. They are 13-3 ATS last 16 vs teams who shoot 36% or better from behind the 3-point line and 14-4 ATS last 17 vs teams who shoot 46% or better from the field. Play Detroit +5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Denver +11 -107

Denver (+11) is worth a look here as a double-digit road dog against UMKC in Friday's action out of the Summit League. The Pioneers are just 2-15 overall, but have been trending in the right direction. Each of their last 3 losses have been by 7 or fewer points and they are 3-1 ATS last 4 times they have been listed as a double-digit dog.  UMKC is 4-1 in their last 5, but none of those wins were by more than the number here. Play Denver +11! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Fairfield +5½ -108

Fairfield (+5.5) is worth a look here as a home dog against Canisius in Friday's MAAC action on the college hardwood. I just think the Golden Griffins are getting way to much respect here. Canisius won their first two games back after more than a month off, but both were at home against a pretty bad Quinnipiac team. I know Fairfield is just 5-14 overall, but they have won 3 of their last 5 and just split a 2-game set on the road against one of the better teams in the conference in St. Peter's. I just don't think the Golden Griffins should be more than a pick'em in this matchup. Play the Stags +5.5!  

15* SHARP PLAY on Pacific +6½ -108

Pacific (+6.5) is worth a look here as a decently priced home dog against BYU in Thursday's West Coast Conference action on the college hardwood. Great spot here to fade the Cougars, who are primed for a letdown after Monday's hard fought 71-82 loss at home to BYU. The Cougars are beat teams with defense and rebounding. Tigers are 9-0 ATS last 9 at home vs teams who are outrebounding opponents by 7 or more per game and 8-0 ATS last 8 at home vs teams who are holding opponents to 42% or worse from the field. Play Pacific +6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bradley -3½ -106

Bradley (-3.5) is worth a look here as a slim home favorite against Illinois State in Thursday's action out of the Missouri Valley. It's been a rough go here for the Braves, who have dropped 9 of their last 11, but this Illinois State team is one they should be able to beat no problem. The Redbirds are just 3-12 in MVC play this year and are just 1-8 ATS lin their last 9 road games after playing a game as a road dog. They are also a mere 1-8 ATS in their last 9 when playing their 3rd game in a week. Play Bradley -3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Duke -5 -110

The Blue Devils (-5) are worth a look here as a relatively small road favorite against the Demon Deacons in Wednesday's ACC action on the college hardwood. Now is a great time to buy low on Duke, who comes in at just 6-6 in league play. Blue Devils snapped a 3-game skid with a 69-53 win at NC State this past Saturday and should make easy work of a very mediocre Wake Forest team tonight. Also worth noting that I feel like the Deacons are overvalued right now due to the fact that they are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games. Play Duke -5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on VMI +3½ -108

UNC Greensboro (+3.5) is worth a look here as a small road dog against VMI in Wednesday's Southern Conference action on the college hardwood. This is just too good a price to pass up with the Spartans, who are 9-1 in their last 10 games with the only loss coming to a good Furman team. VMI is as inconsistent as they come. The Keydets have alternated a win with a loss since beating Chattanooga back on Jan. 2. So while VMI is off a huge 85-56 home win over Samford, chances are they won't deliver in this one. Play UNC Greensboro +3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Bucks -5½ -105

The Bucks (-5.5) are worth a look here as a home favorite against the Raptors in Tuesday's NBA action. I feel like we are getting quite the discount on Milwaukee at home in this one. We know the Bucks are going to be motivated after losing 3 straight to finish up their 6 game road trip. Milwaukee is 9-2 on their home floor, where they are winning by an average of 13.5 ppg. Toronto has been playing better of late, but have dropped their last two and just aren't good enough defensively to have a realistic shot of keeping this close. Play the Bucks -5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Arkansas -3½ -110

The Razorbacks (-3.5) are worth a look here as a slim home favorite against the Gators in Tuesday's SEC action on the college hardwood. Arkansas is playing their best basketball right now. The Razorbacks have won 6 straight SEC games and are 12-1 on their home floor this season. The Gators have won 4 of 5, which I feel is playing into this favorable number with Arkansas. Florida just doesn't have the offensive fire-power to beat a team like the Razorbacks on the road without everything going their way. Play Arkansas -3.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Kent State -9 -106

The Golden Flashes (-9) are worth a look here as a near double-digit road favorite against Western Michigan in Tuesday's MAC action on the college hardwood. Kent State has gone 9-2 in MAC play since losing their first two conference games and those two losses have come against the two best teams in the MAC in Toledo and Akron. The Broncos are just 3-8 in MAC play with two of their wins against Central Michigan, who is 2-9 in league play. Each of Western Michigan's last 7 conference losses have come by 9 or more. Play Kent State -9! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers +6½ -105

The 76ers (+6.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced road dog against the red-hot Jazz. Pretty big number here for Philadelphia to be catching. I know Utah has won 18 of their last 19 and are 17-2 ATS during this run, but this is far from an ideal spot for the Jazz playing what will be their 3rd game in 4 nights. Utah also has two massive road games at the Clippers on deck Wednesday and Friday. I not only think the 76ers can keep it close, but I wouldn't be shocked at all if they won this game outright. Play Philadelphia +6.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Washington State -7½ -108

Washington State (-7.5) is worth a look here as a big home favorite against rival Washington in Monday's Pac-12 action on the college hardwood. These two already played once this season and the Cougars dominated in a 77-62 road win. Washington is 0-10 SU and 2-8 ATS on the road this season. They are scoring a mere 67 ppg and giving up 84 ppg away from home. Washington State only allows 64.4 ppg at home. As long as the Cougars aren't ice cold from the field, they win here by double-digits no problem. Play Washington State -7.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Pacers -5½ -105

The Pacers (-5.5) are worth a look here as a relatively small home favorite against the struggling Bulls in Monday's NBA action. After a 1-6 stretch, Indiana has got back on track with back-to-back double-digit wins. First it was a 111-95 win at Detroit on Thursday and then a 125-113 win at Atlanta on Saturday. Pacers shot 51% against the Pistons and 50% against the Hawks. Look for the Pacers to stay hot offensively against the Bulls, who have allowed 50%+ in each of their last two and are giving up 116.1 ppg on 48% shooting on the season. Chicago is also not playing well right now, going just 3-7 SU in their last 10 games. Play the Pacers -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +4½ -100

Portland (+4.5) is worth a look here as a road dog against the Mavericks. The Blazers continue to play well despite being down two of their top starters in McCollum and Nurkic. They still got one of the best players in the league in Lillard and they got better depth than people give them credit for. Portland has won 3 straight and 5 of 6 overall. They have also gone a dominant 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. Mavs have been playing better, but they are just 2-9 ATS in their last 11. Play the Blazers +4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on UC-Santa Barbara -6 -108

UC- Santa Barbara (-6) is worth a look here as a road favorite against Hawaii in Friday's Big West action on the college hardwood. The Gauchos enter on a 8-game winning streak with only 2 of those wins coming by fewer than 14 points. Note that the only two exceptions were in the second game of a back-to-back against the same opponent, who they had blown out the day before. So while Hawaii might be worth a look tomorrow night, this is an easy play here on UC Santa Barbara. Play the Gauchos -6! 

15* SHARP PLAY on College of Charleston -7½ -111

Charleston (-7.5) is worth a look here as a home favorite against Elon in Saturday's college hoops action out of the Colonial Athletic Association. No need to overthink this one. Elon is just 3-7 overall on the season. They are 0-6 in conference play and 1-5 ATS. They are also 0-5 on the road and 1-4 ATS in those games. Elon is getting outscored 72 to 56 (-16 ppg) in road games this season. Play Charleston -7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on West Virginia -3 -108

The Mountaineers (-3) are worth a look here as a slim 3-point home favorite against the Sooners. This is just too good a price to pass up with West Virginia at home. The Mountaineers are 6-2 at home this season. They are also a dominant 14-4 ATS in their last 18 home games after winning 3 of their last 4 and 15-5 ATS last 20 at home off an upset road win. Oklahoma has won 6 of 7, but only one of those wins were on the road. Sooners just 2-4 away from home this season. Play West Virginia -3! 

15* SHARP PLAY on UC-Santa Barbara vs Hawaii under 137 -110

The UNDER (137) is worth a look in Friday's Big West matchup between UC Santa Barbara and Hawaii. These are two of the better defense teams in the conference. The Gauchos are only giving up 62.8 ppg in Big West play. While Santa Barbara is scoring 86 ppg in conference play, Hawaii is only giving up 63.1 ppg at home and just 59.8 ppg over their last 5. UNDER is also 15-3 in the Gauchos last 18 after giving up 85 or more in their last game and 24-9 in the Rainbow Warriors last 33 at home off a win by 15 or more. Play the UNDER 137! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers -4½ -105

The Blazers (-4.5) are worth a look here as a relatively small home favorite against the Cavs. I think we are getting quite the discount here with Portland. I get the Blazers are off a huge upset win last night against the 76ers, but they have now won 4 of their last 5 and most importantly they are playing a Cavs team that is an absolute mess right now. Cleveland has lost 5 straight and are 1-7 SU and 0-8 ATS over their last 8 games. Play the Blazers -4.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Bucks +2 -110

Milwaukee (+2) is worth a look here as a small road dog against the Jazz in Friday's NBA action. Betting against Utah right now is not easy, as they come into this game on a ridiculous run. The Jazz are 16-1 SU and 15-2 ATS over their last 17 games. For them to only be a slim 2-point favorite at home against a Bucks team they beat 131-118 on the road earlier this season makes no sense. When a game of this magnitude looks to be off, you have to go against the grain and take the dog. I really see Milwaukee out to make a statement here and this is where Utah figures to really miss point guard Mike Conley, who is out with a hamstring injury. Play the Bucks +2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +5½ -105

The Blazers (+5.5) are worth a look here as a decently priced home dog against the 76ers in Thursday's NBA action. Portland continues to get undervalued by the books because of them being down a few key players to injury. Blazers have gone 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games and one of those was a 121-105 win at Philadelphia as a 10-point dog. 76ers have won and covered 6 of 7, but are now in game 2 of a 4-game west coast trip. Philly is a mere 3-12 ATS last 15 road games when playing their 2nd game in 5 days and just 9-21 ATS last 30 as a road favorite of 6 or less. Play the Blazers +5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on California +5½ -108

The Golden Bears (+5.5) are worth a look here as a home dog against the Utes in Thursday's Pac-12 action on the college hardwood. This is just too good a price to pass up with Cal. I know the Golden Bears come in having lost 6 straight, but a big reason for that is the schedule. These two teams already played once this season and Cal beat Utah 72-63 on the road as a massive 12-point dog. I don't see the Utes getting revenge in this one. Utah is just 5-13 ATS on the road the last 2 seasons and 1-9 ATS last 10 on the road after playing their previous game as a dog. Cal is 12-4 ATS last 16 home games against conference opponents. Play the Golden Bears +5.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Cavs vs Nuggets over 224½ +103

The OVER (224.5) is worth a look in Wednesday's NBA action that has the Nuggets hosting the Cavaliers. I think we are getting some value here with the this number because of the fact that Cleveland isn't a great offensive team. There's no arguing that, but you have to factor in the Denver defense to the equation. The Nuggets are giving up 118.8 ppg over their last 5 and 114.4 ppg at home on the season. I just don't see them being invested at all on the defensive side of the ball against a bad Cavs team. Play the OVER 224.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Hawks +4 -104

The Hawks (+4) are worth a look as a road dog against the Mavs in Wednesday's NBA action. The betting public keeps backing this Dallas team, despite the fact that they keep failing to cover. The Mavs are a mere 1-9 ATS over their last 10 games. Their lone cover during this stretch did come against these Hawks last week, but I like the revenge angle here for Atlanta. Mavs are also just 1-8 ATS this season as a home favorite and 0-7 ATS in their last 7 at home when playing at least their 6th game in 10 days. Play the Hawks +4! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Wichita State -1 -110

The Shockers (-1) are worth a look here at basically a pick'em on the road against the Knights in Wednesday's college hoops action out of the American Athletic. I think we are getting a discount here with Wichita State due to the fact that they come in having failed to cover 4 straight. While they haven't been covering they are 10-2 SU over their last 12 with the only two losses on the road against Houston and Memphis. UCF was able to take the Shockers to OT on the road earlier this season, but I still think Wichita State is the much better team and because of how close that first matchup was, they won't overlook them here. Play the Shockers -1! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Pepperdine +4 -108

The Waves (+4) are worth a look here as a small road dog against San Francisco in Wednesday's college hoops action out of the West Coast Conference. Pepperdine has won 4 of their last 6 and the two losses were to be expected at BYU and at home against Gonzaga. The Dons just lost at home to St. Mary's as a 2-point favorite and are now just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games. Waves are the exact opposite, going 5-1-1 ATS over their last 6. Play Pepperdine +4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on 76ers -4½ -105

The (76ers -4.5) are worth a look here as a relatively small road favorite against the Kings in Tuesday's NBA action. Sacramento comes into this game on quite the run, as the Kings are 7-1 SU and 8-0 ATS in their last 8 games. A lot of good fortune has played a part in their recent surge. Each of their last 3 and 4 of their last 5 wins have come by 5 or fewer points. They also benefited a lot during this stretch catching teams in bad spots. That's not the case here, as the 76ers are playing on 2 days of rest. Philly has also been covering at a high rate of late, cashing a winning ticket in 5 of their last 6. Play the 76ers -4.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on South Alabama +7½ -108

South Alabama (+7.5) is worth a look here as a near double-digit road dog against Georgia State in Tuesday's Sun Belt action on the college hardwood. The Jaguars are red-hot coming into this game having won and covered each of their last 3. Georgia State on the other hand will be playing for the first time in almost 2 weeks, as they last took the court on Jan. 23rd. Even before the long lay off the Panthers were struggling, going just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games. I just think the number here is too high given the likely rust Georgia State is going to have in this one. Play South Alabama +7.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Raptors -2½ -102

The Raptors (-2.5) are worth a look here as a small road favorite against the Grizzlies. Toronto had won 3 straight before laying an egg at Atlanta following their big win over Brooklyn. I expect the Raptors to get back on track against Memphis. The Grizzlies had it going for a while, but they have lost 3 straight and continue to be hit hard with injuries. Play the Raptors -2.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on NC-Greensboro +3½ -110

UNC Greensboro (+3.5) is worth a look here as a short dog against Furman in Monday's Southern Conference action. The Spartans come in having won 7 straight, including their last 4 on the road. Furman on the other hand has lost 3 of their last 4 inlucing a 67-75 setback at home to Wofford last time out. Paladins are also just 1-7 ATS in conference games this season. Play Greensboro +3.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Suns -3 -105

The Suns (-3) are worth a look here as a slim home favorite against the Celtics in Sunday's NBA action. This is just too good a price to pass up with Phoenix at home. The Suns are hot right now having won and covered in 4 of their last 5. Celtics are fresh off a big upset win over the Clippers, but are now playing their 4th road game in 6 days and are doing so without 2 of their best players in Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart. Play the Suns -3! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Heat -5½ -105

The Heat (-5.5) are worth a look here as a road favorite at the Knicks in Sunday's NBA action. Miami is finally starting to get healthy and while they are still down a few guys, they got more than enough to put away New York on the road. Miami needs every win they can get to get back in the mix and I love the fact that they are coming off one of their best games of the season in Friday's 27 point win over the Wizards. Knicks have won two straight, but are playing on no rest. I just don't see NY being up to the challenge in this one. Play the Heat -5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Tulane +6 -108

The Green Wave (+6) are worth a look here as a decently priced home dog against the Bearcats in Sunday's American Athletic action. Cincinnati defied the odds and was able to sneak out a 63-60 win at Temple on Thursday, despite having not played in almost a month, missing key guys and barely any practice time. Give the Bearcats credit, but at the same time, Temple played a big role in that win. The Owls shot an awful 39% from the field and turned it over 19 times. I still think the deck is stacked against Cincinnati right now and that win has them a bit overvalued here. Play Tulane +6! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Missouri State -6 -108

Missouri State (-6) is worth a look as a relatively small road favorite against Illinois State. This is the perfect buy low spot on the Bears, who come in having lost 4 straight. Thing is those 4 losses came against the two best teams in the MVC in Drake and Loyola-Chicago. Prior to those losses Missouri State had opened the season 9-1. They get back on track here with an easy road win. Play the Bears -6! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Fordham +5½ -108

Fordham (+5.5) is worth a look here as a decently priced home dog against La Salle. It's been a rough go for the Rams this season, as they are just 1-9 overall with all 10 of their games coming in conference play. I look for Fordham to be extremely motivated to get back in the win column Saturday. As for La Salle, this is a massive letdown spot after their big upset win over St Louis on Wednesday. Play the Rams +5.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on NC State -3 -108

NC State (-3) is worth a look here as a slim road favorite against Boston College. It can be hard to lay points with a team like the Wolfpack, who have lost 6 of their last 7 games, but a big reason for the struggles has been the schedule. The Eagles are a team they are better than, plus this is a really tough spot for BC, playing their first game since Jan. 16. Not to mention the Eagles are just 3-10 overall and 1-6 in ACC action. Play NC State -3!

15* SHARP PLAY on Suns -8½ -100

The Suns (-8.5) are worth a look here as a near double-digit home favorite against the Pistons in Friday's NBA action. This is a big bounce back spot for Phoenix after an ugly 22-point loss at New Orleans on Wednesday. Prior to that the Suns had won 3 straight. Getting back on track against the Pistons won't be problem. Detroit is arguably the worst team in the league and are a miserable 1-9 on the road, where they are getting outscored by almost 10 ppg. Play the Suns -8.5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Jazz -7 -105

The Jazz (-7) are worth a look here as a decently priced home favorite against the Hornets. Utah is playing the best basketball of any team in the league right now. They are 13-1 SU and 12-2 ATS over their last 14 games. Some might be hesitant to back the Jazz on no rest after a game last night in Atlanta, but they didn't have to use much energy in a 112-91 blowout win. There's just no reason not to keep backing the Jazz and as long as they aren't a complete no show, they should easily cover this one. Play Utah -7! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Magic +2 -105

The Magic (+2) are worth a look here as a home dog against the Bulls in Friday's NBA action. I know Orlando comes in having lost 4 straight and are just 2-12 SU in their last 14, but they should not be a home dog to Chicago. The Bulls aren't playing any better at the moment, as they have lost 4 of their last 5 and continue to find ways to lose games late. Chicago is a mere 2-6 ATS last 8 games as a favorite and are just 1-5 ATS last 6 as a road favorite. Play the Magic +2

20* SHARP PLAY on Lakers -5 -105

The Lakers (-5) is worth a look here as a relatively short home favorite against the Nuggets. I just think because LA is just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 and coming off that long road trip, we are getting them at a discount here. Not to mention Denver is getting some love as well, as they have won 6 of their last 7 and covered the number in 6 of those. Knowing how bad Denver wants this game given LA knocked them out of the Western Conference Finals, I think it will add a little extra incentive for the Lakers to show up. It's a primetime game on TNT. Play the Lakers -5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Austin Peay +4 -110

Austin Peay (+4) is worth a look here as a short road dog against Eastern Kentucky in Thursday's college hoops action out of the Ohio Valley Conference. The Governors come in having won 2 straight and will definitely be motivated here to get revenge from a hard fought 75-80 home loss to the Colonels earlier this season. This is also a very tough spot for Eastern Kentucky, as they will be playing on just 1 day of rest after a OT game at Jacksonville State on Tuesday. Play Austin Peay +4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Iowa -4 -110

The Hawkeyes (-4) are worth a look here as a small home favorite against the Buckeyes in Thursday's Big Ten action. I think we are getting a great discount on Iowa at home due to the fact that they come in having failed to cover 3 straight and have to play here on just 1 day of rest. I just don't think the rest thing is going to be that big of a factor for the Hawkeyes. Garza never gets tired and Iowa has really good depth. I know Ohio State has been hot, but I just think it will be tough for them to keep it within the number. Play Iowa -4! 

20* SHARP PLAY on SMU -1½ -110

The Mustangs (-1.5) are worth a look here as a small road favorite against Tulsa in Wednesday's college hoops action out of the American Athletic. This is just one of those games where you got to trust the books. It makes no sense for SMU to be a road favorite here. The Mustangs are fresh off a 22-point loss at Houston have failed to cover 6 of their last 7 and Tulsa is 5-1 at home. When a line looks this far off you got to go against what looks like the obvious bet. Play SMU -1.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Rockets -4½ -110

The Rockets (-4.5) are worth a look here as a road favorite against the Thunder. This will be a rematch from Monday, which Houston won 136-106. Rockets have now won 6 straight and are 5-1 ATS during this stretch. While Houston is expected to rest John Wall, OKC will be without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and George Hill. I think those losses for the Thunder are much bigger, as the Rockets have a lot more fire-power than they get credit for. I don't think it will be quite the blowout as the first meeting, but I do think the Rockets win here and cover easy. Play Houston -4.5! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Blazers +2 -105

The Blazers (+2) are worth a look here as a small road dog against the Wizards in Tuesday's NBA action. Most will be looking to fade Portland in this spot, as the Blazers are dealing with a number of big injuries and are playing on no rest after an ugly 106-134 loss at Milwaukee last night. Good thing about last night's blowout loss to the Bucks is that it wasn't close, which allowed Portland to not overextend the minutes of their key guys. I just don't think the Wizards should be favored here, even at home. Washington is off a big win against the Nets, but are just 4-12 overall and if anything are more likely to come out flat after that big win than build on it. Play the Blazers +2! 

20* SHARP PLAY on Wake Forest +5 -108

The Demon Deacons (+5) are worth a look here as a road dog against the Fighting Irish in Tuesday's ACC action. Wake Forest has been an absolute covering machine, cashing a winning ticket in 7 of their last 8 games. Demon Deacons are 0-5 SU in road games this season, but are 4-1 ATS and Notre Dame is a team they not only can cover against but win outright. Irish are also a good fade off an upset win like we have here, as they are 0-6 ATS in this spot the last 3 seasons. Play Wake Forest +5! 

15* SHARP PLAY on Knicks +4½ -110

The Knicks (+4.5) are worth a look here as a road dog against the Bulls in Monday's NBA action. A lot of people will be quick to back Chicago with New York coming off an ugly 115-129 loss at home to the Clippers on Sunday, as they will think the Knicks won't have anything left in the tank in the 2nd leg of a back. I'm just not buying it. I would much rather fade a Bulls team that can't seem to figure out how to win. Chicago has lost 3 straight and 7 of their last 10 overall. No loss more painful than the 122-123 defeat at home to the Blazers on Saturday where they had a 5 point lead in the final seconds and somehow lost. Play the Knicks +4.5!