Sports Picks & Predictions

NC State -5

Laying the points against Wisconsin is a nice move here.

The Badgers simply aren't the team they once were.

We saw that this season in losses to teams like Richmond and New Mexico as they don't have the firepower they used to. 

Offensively, they are worse than recent years with the inability of having someone step up for them down the stretch. Defensively they were knocked around in those losses and that will play a huge factor here. Look for the Wolfpack to pick apart this Wisconsin team as they have rolled at home in non conference games.

Some trends to note. Badgers are 1-5-1 ATS in their last 7 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.Badgers are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up loss.

Back NC State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Akron -3

This is a low number here, putting value on the visitors. 

Akron comes into this one 5-2 on the season and defensively, they are really going to cause issues for this Marshall team.

Akron is giving up just 62.7 points per game and allowing teams to shoot a mere 35.8% from the field against them. These numbers are some of the best thus far into the young season as they have shown the ability to really close down on shooters and control the paint.

Look for that to be the case here against Marshall, who doesn't have much firepower themselves on the offensive end. 

Some trends to note. Zips are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.Zips are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up win.

Back Akron.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 7* CBB ATS Play

Louisville -4.5

The public continues to pound Michigan and they've drove this line all the way down to -4.5 here. 

The Cardinals come in the new number 1 team in the nation, while Michigan has climbed the rankings thanks to their absolute dominant performance in the Battle 4 Atlantis this past week. 

This is a bit of a let down spot for them though in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. 

The Cardinals defense is going to be the toughest they've seen yet despite playing all of those top tier opponents in the tournament. Louisville gives up only 61 points per game and at home they seem to even put more emphasis on that defensive effort. Look for them to fluster Michigan all night in a game where the Wolverines likely battle some fatigue too from their busy week.

Some trends to note. Cardinals are 15-5-2 ATS in their last 22 Tuesday games.Cardinals are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 vs. Big Ten.

Back Louisville.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 10* CBB ATS TOP PLAY

Kansas -10

Kansas has value laying the number against BYU in the Maui Invitational on Tuesday night.

The final game on the slate has the potential to be very lopsided. The Jayhawks come into play 4-1 and this offense is lighting teams up. 

They are averaging 84 points per game while shooting 52% from the field. 

BYU simply cannot keep up with that. The Jayhawks have so many weapons that can shoot the ball from almost anywhere on the floor. They're going to overwhelm this BYU defense and put their foot on the gas early. 

Some trends to note here. Cougars are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win.Cougars are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 vs. Big 12.

Back Kansas.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Auburn -8

Richmond surprised Wisconsin in the Semi Finals yesterday to clinch a spot against Auburn here in the Championship game of the Legends Classic.

However, Auburn is simply going to be too overwhelming for this Richmond team. Wisconsin is in the midst of a down year as it is and the Tigers are one of the best in the nation.

They can just beat you with so many weapons they boast. Offensively, they play one of the best inside out games in the nation. The control the paint, but also have a compliment of shooters to kick the ball out to. Ultimately in the end, Richmond can't slow this team down and will struggle with the length Auburn has on the boards. 

Some trends to note. Tigers are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 neutral site games.Tigers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Back Auburn.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Kansas State -3.5

It's the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Monday night when Pittsburgh and Kansas State meet.

Pittsburgh has won 2 in a row, but neither win has been pretty against two lower tier opponents. Combine that with their blowout loss to West Virginia and an upset to Nicholls State at home and this season hasn't started off great for Pitt. 

This is a game where the Wildcats can really impose their will early. Pitt isn't going to be much of a physical threat, which should give Kansas State a chance to dominate the paint early. Look for this to be a very slow paced game, where Kansas State works the ball inside and out, just wearing down the Panthers.

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS loss.Wildcats are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. Atlantic Coast.

Back Kansas State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* CBB ATS Play

Buffalo -5.5

Buffalo has value laying the points on Friday night.

Towson comes in after dropping their opening game of this tournament to Xavier, a matchup that really never favored them from the opening tip. Now, they have to take on a Buffalo team that just couldn't get over the hump against UConn in their matchup. 

Buffalo however, is just too powerful for Towson. The Tigers have already dropped a game this year to a MAC opponent in a defeat to Kent State and Buffalo is much quicker and has more length than the Golden Flashes. Look for the Bulls to get out and run here, as they're going to have Towson on their heels all night long.

Some trends to note. Bulls are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 vs. Colonial Athletic Association. Bulls are 21-8-2 ATS in their last 31 neutral site games.

Back Buffalo.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* CBB ATS Play

NC- Wilmington -7

Cleveland State and NC- Wilmington battle on Friday and laying the points is a nice move here.

This is certainly more about fading the Vikings. 

Cleveland State has been abysmal this year, getting blown out in every game against D-1 opponents. Their latest came at home as similar underdogs against FIU, a team that doesn't have much. The Vikings conceded a ridiculous 107 points in the defeat.

Look for them to struggle once again here, as they really can't keep up with the physical play that NC-Wilmington brings out.

Some trends to note. Vikings are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games overall. Vikings are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 non-conference games.

Back NC-Wilmington.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* CBB ATS Play

Washington -22.5

The Huskies welcome in Maine, in a bounce back spot here on Tuesday.

This is the perfect opponent for Washington. The Huskies have are much more physical with them and have the huge edge in length and speed. 

Washington dropped their first game of the season to Tennessee on Saturday and they will be looking to take out some frustrations on this Maine team. The Huskies simply need to take care of the ball and they will be fine. Turnovers have burned them thus far and if they can bunker down on those, Maine won't be able to slow them down.

Look for Washington to run from the opening tip, putting Maine on their heels all night long.

Some trends to note. Black Bears are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS loss.Black Bears are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up loss.

Back Washington.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Pittsburgh +1.5

The Panthers have value grabbing the small spread here. 

This rivalry is always fun to watch as these two teams have met nearly 200 times in their programs history. 

The key here is home court, where Pittsburgh plays extremely well despite an early season loss already. The Panthers have gone 70-3 in the month of November when playing at peterson events center. Along with that they have won 7 of the last 10 meetings here with West Virginia. 

The key for Pittsburgh is to get this defense rolling early. They are allowing just 64 points per game and putting the clamps down on this high paced Mountaineers offense will be the key early on.

Some trends to note. Mountaineers are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up win.Mountaineers are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 Friday games.

Back Pittsburgh.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* CBB ATS Play

Villanova +2

The Wildcats open as two point underdogs on Wednesday and are worthy of a move. 

This is going to be a very grind it out kind of game.

Both of these teams are very scrappy and love to put the pressure on both ends of the floor. Ohio State struggled early in their season opener with Cincinnati and that is going to be a similar game here. The Buckeyes have struggled with teams that play defense with similar styles of Cincinnati and Villanova, as they aren't able to get out and run. 

Look for Villanova to put the clamps down and force some turnovers that will lead to fast break opportunities. 

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games after scoring more than 90 points in their previous game.Wildcats are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 vs. Big Ten.

Back Villanova.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Tennessee -12.5 

The Volunteers are worthy of a move here on Tuesday laying the points at home.

Murray State came to the forefront after their run last 2 season led by Ja Morant. However, don't expect the same firepower this season as they look to replace his scoring and energy. 

This is not a good matchup for the Racers. Tennessee has a lot of length and is going to be much more physical than this Murray State team. Tennessee imposed their will in their season opening win over UNCA and they'll have a huge edge with their size on Tuesday.

Look for Tennessee to control the paint and really dominate in transition, in a game that Murray State simply can't keep up in.

Tennessee has gone 58-2 SU against the OVC. This one has the potential to get ugly.

Back Tennessee.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Michigan -5

The Wolverines have value laying the points here. 

Michigan's 8 point win in their season opener is a bit off from what the box score actually says. 

The Wolverines led by as many as 30 points as this team showed the depth and weapons they have to build a lead of that size. 

The key will be to keep the focus as Creighton comes in here and Michigan matches up very well with them. Creighton will see their first quality opponent of the season after opening up against Kennesaw State. That is never an easy task to flip to an opponent as physical as Michigan either. The Wolverines have won 22 in a row too at home playing against non conference opponents. 

Some trends to note. Wolverines are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS loss.Wolverines are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 home games.

Back Michigan.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Minnesota +4.5

The Golden Gophers have value Saturday catching points here. 

Minnesota and Oklahoma play a very similar style, which actually will play into the favor of Minnesota grabbing this many points.

Both teams have playmakers and can shoot the ball, but they love to work the ball around and force the defense to shift a lot. Minnesota is going to be a very balanced group in the Big 10, as they had 4 of their 5 starters score in double figures in their season opening win over Cleveland State. 

They shot 29 three pointers in the opener and that is where this team can really be tough. If they catch fire, things are going to be hectic all night long for this Sooners defense.

Some trends to note. Sooners are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up win. Sooners are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS win.

Back Minnesota.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

Baylor -4.5

Baylor and Washington battle Friday night in Alaska. 

The Bears have value laying the points here.

Baylor has already got their feet wet to start the season as they played in the very first college basketball game of the year on Tuesday afternoon. Baylor knocked around Central Arkansas as this offense showed they have a lot of weapons to work with. 

The Bears put up 105 points and have all the rust off from the offseason. This is not a good sign for the Huskies, who will have to deal with a lot. Look for a slow start from them, combined with the Bears off and running early in this one.

Some trends to note. Huskies are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games overall.Huskies are 1-4-1 ATS in their last 6 non-conference games.

Back Baylor.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

Duke +3

The Blue Devils catch points in their opener at MSG on Tuesday against Kansas. 

Duke is 7-5 against Kansas in a series that has been so close over the years. 

Playing in openers though under Mike Krzyewski has been a profitable margin for the Blue Devils. They come into Tuesday having won 19 straight season openers and are 37-2 overall in openers under Krzyewski. 

Look for this one to be a close battle throughout as we will see what happens every year with these teams as their incoming classes really showcase what they have. Both teams will be built around younger guys who have the athleticism and talent to go toe to toe throughout.

Some trends to note. Blue Devils are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 vs. Big 12. Jayhawks are 4-11-1 ATS in their last 16 Tuesday games.

Back Duke.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Michigan State -2.5

The Spartans took down Duke in the Elite 8 and will now set their sights on a tough Texas Tech team.

The Red Raiders have played exceptionally well, but this is a team that you don't want to run into. Tom Izzo has the Spartans playing on a different level right now. They have really picked things up on the defensive end all tournament long, while the offense is hitting a lot of clutch shots. They never allowed Duke to get away on Sunday, as we saw big 3 after big 3 go in for MSU. 

Here, they can match the physical play on both ends of the floor with Texas Tech. Look for them to go right at the Red Raiders and really give them a taste of their own medicine. 

Some trends to note. Spartans are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 neutral site games. Spartans are 21-5 ATS in their last 26 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.

Back Michigan State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

Auburn +5.5

It's been survival mode for Virginia this tournament, but the lone #1 seed has found themselves in this spot. 

Auburn has taken down the ranks of some of the top teams in the country and they once again will look to pull off another shocker here.

The Tigers are playing with such confidence right now. They are shooting the ball great, attacking the rim, and getting big stop after big stop on defense. They've rattled off 12 straight games and their pace is going to throw Virginia off here. Look for Auburn to try and run here, really forcing Virginia out of their comfort zone.

Some trends to note. Tigers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Tigers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up win.

Back Auburn.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 10* CBB ATS TOP PLAY

Duke -2

This is a small number here on Duke Sunday. 

The Blue Devils have survived twice now as they’ve seen both UCF and Virginia Tech miss at the buzzer as they continue to find ways to win and advance. 

This is the lowest number we’ve seen all tournament on Duke and they should have a nice edge on Michigan State. 

Duke can control the paint and really overmatch Michigan State on the physical side. Expect them to attack here, which can really open up the outside game as the Spartans will be forced to collapse in.

Some trends to note. Blue Devils are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 vs. Big Ten. Spartans are 1-4 ATS in the last 5 head to head meetings.

Lay the small number.

Back Duke.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* CBB ATS Play

Auburn +4.5

The Tigers have value catching points here.

This is just too many in this spot. Auburn absolutely manhandled the Tar Heels on Friday, as they came rushing out of the gates. 

Their ability to shoot the 3 is the biggest factor, as they should be able to push the tempo and force Kentucky on their heels early on here. 

Look for them to get out and run as Auburn is at their best when they can then games into track meets. 

Some trends to note. Tigers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 vs. SEC, and are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Wildcats are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 vs. SEC.

This number is too high. Expect a game where it comes down to the wire, as Auburn has a legit shot at taking this one.

Back Auburn.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* CBB ATS Play

Purdue +4.5

The Boilermakers have been quite the surprise here in this tournament. 

They have looked extremely impressive and even after facing adversity for the first time after blowing a lead against Tennessee, they find out a way to prevail.

They're doing it with a lot of different factors, but Carsen Edwards and Ryan Cline are the two main reasons here. They have shot the ball great from behind the arc and are really giving Purdue plenty of options on the offensive end. They allow things to open up for other players on the floor too, as they are always a threat to shoot and forced to be guarded. 

Should this game turn into a track meet here, the Cavaliers may not have enough to keep up.

Some trends to note. Boilermakers are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 Saturday games.Boilermakers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall.

Back Purdue.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 8* CBB ATS Play

Gonzaga -4

The Bulldogs have value laying the low number here. 

Gonzaga's offensive is just too powerful here. We know the Red Raiders put a focus on the defensive end, but this Gonzaga team has just too many weapons.

Not only are they one of the best in the country at shooting the 3, they also have a compliment of inside threats. Gonzaga is much bigger and quicker than the Red Raiders, which should result in a lot of opportunities at the rim, forcing Texas Tech into some foul trouble.

Some trends to note. Bulldogs are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 non-conference games.Bulldogs are 9-4-1 ATS in their last 14 vs. Big 12.

Look for the Bulldogs to really put their foot on the gas and attack Texas Tech in this one.

Back Gonzaga.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

Kentucky -2.5

This is just too low of a number here.

Kentucky comes in off a hard fought win over Wofford, a game that really showcased how good this Wildcats team is. 

They were able to completely shut down the 3 point shooting of Wofford, something not too many teams can say they did this season. Kentucky has the length and speed to slow anyone down and Houston will see easily their toughest defensive opponent in quite some time. 

Look for the Wildcats to clamp down defensively, really flustering this Cougars team all night long.

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 5-1-2 ATS in their last 8 NCAA Tournament games.Wildcats are 34-16-4 ATS in their last 54 neutral site games.

Back Kentucky.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* CBB ATS Play

Virginia Tech +7.5

The Hokies have the capabilities of making this a very entertaining game. 

Virginia Tech is a team that is very familiar with Duke and has shown the ability to play with them. In fact, they did beat a Zion Williamson-less Duke team towards the end of the season, as they should be able to build off the confidence of that one.

Defense will be the key here, as the Hokies have been able to really slow teams down this year. The are able to frustrate a lot of good shooters and control the paint, as both will be needed here to find success against this Duke team.

Some trends to note. Hokies are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 Friday games.Hokies are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games following a ATS loss.

Back Virginia Tech.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 7* CBB ATS Play

LSU +6 

The Tigers have value grabbing the points here. 

LSU comes into this one playing exceptionally well in this tournament, as they have had a variety of players come up with clutch moments. 

The Tigers had an impressive win over Maryland with a last second bucket that saw them through into this round. This team is playing with a lot of confidence and will be bale to match the physicalness of the Spartans in this one.

Look for this game to feature a lot of back and forth, as both teams love to attack right at the opposition. 

Some trends to note. Tigers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.Tigers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. Big Ten.

Back LSU.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* CBB ATS Play

Michigan -1.5

The Wolverines have value at this low of a number here.

Michigan has been a great tournament team the last few seasons. Well coached and built with depth, this team can really wear opponents down and that is exactly what they've been doing this tournament. 

They come in off a dominating performance against Florida last week and have value here against Texas Tech. These two teams play a very similar style as they love to slow things down. 

Michigan is much more physical and has a compliment of playmakers that can be the difference makers here. Look for them to really go at the Red Raiders, especially in the paint early on here.

Some trends to note. Wolverines are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall.Wolverines are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 vs. Big 12.

Back Michigan.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* CBB ATS Play

Tennessee -1.5

This is a low number to lay for the Volunteers. 

Tennessee has been a dominant team and despite having to go to overtime last time out, they showcased a lot as they held a huge lead over Iowa early on. 

Tennessee loves to attack the rim, especially in transition. Look for that to be the difference maker here as they should be able to turn defense into offense and really run on this Purdue team. 

Along with that, Purdue will not see as many open looks from behind the arc. That was their bread and butter in this tournament thus far, but Tennessee's swarming defense is going to be the toughest they've seen.

Some trends to note. Volunteers are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 Thursday games. Boilermakers are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up win of more than 20 points.

Back Tennessee.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 7* CBB ATS Play

Gonzaga -7.5

The Bulldogs have stepped their game up here in this tournament and they hold value laying the points against Florida State.

The Seminoles are no pushover, but they simply do not have the same threats this Gonzaga team holds. 

For starters, the Bulldogs have a defense that is swarming. They have the ability to shut down any shooter and control the paint at the same time. Look for them to really clamp down and not allow anything easy for this Seminoles offense.

As for Gonzaga's shooting, they can score with the best of them. They can shoot the 3 and have inside threats. They should be able to dictate the pace here all night long.

Some trends to note. Bulldogs are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 non-conference games.Bulldogs are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games following a ATS loss.

Back Gonzaga.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* CBB ATS Play

West Virginia -9

This is truthfully West Virginia's tournament to lose. 

After what was a horrific season for them, they bounced back in a big way and accepted an invite to the CBI with the hopes of giving their younger roster some experience. 

Now, they come into this one after a very strong performance in the opening round, as they look to take down a Coastal Carolina team that is not nearly as physical as they are. This is a case where the Mountaineers will really look to control the paint and work the ball down low. 

Defensively, expect nothing easy at the rim for Coastal either.

Some trends to note. Chanticleers are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games overall.Chanticleers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 road games.

Back West Virginia.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* CBB ATS Play

Houston -6

The Cougars are a nice move on Sunday. 

Houston showcased a lot in their win over Georgia State as they not only are one of the best defensive teams, but they also can really turn things up offensively.

This is a team that loves to force opponents to use the entire 30 seconds on the shot clock and force up a tough shot. That does not bode well for the Buckeyes who love to play slow, which will in turn play right into the hands of this Cougars defense.

Expect plenty of empty possessions for the Bucks and for Houston to get out and run here.

Some trends to note. Cougars are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 Sunday games. Cougars are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 non-conference games.

Back Houston.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 8* CBB ATS Play

Virginia Tech -8.5

The Hokies are worth a move here on Sunday. 

Virginia Tech opened a huge lead on St. Louis in the Round of 64 and now will look as they held them to just 18 first half points. 

Virginia Tech prides themselves on the defensive end, really forcing opponents into some tough shots. They also are one of the best at turning defense into offense, as they love to get out in transition when they see opportunities. 

Expect all that to factor in here, as they should be able to slow down this Liberty team, that has already been knocked around by Virginia Tech in an exhibition game earlier this season.

Some trends to note. Hokies are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 neutral site games. Hokies are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 Sunday games.

Back Virginia Tech.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 7* CBB ATS Play

Texas Tech -4

The Red Raiders have value laying the points here.

Buffalo has been a popular underdog pick as they ran through the MAC and handled business in their opening round game against the Sun Devils.

However, this is a spot where the Red Raiders defense is going to be key. Texas Tech gives up 59.2 points per game, which is one of the best marks in the nation. Look for them to really clamp down here on the defensive side of the ball, also while slowing things down offensively. 

If they can keep this game at their pace, they're going to have tremendous success in this one.

Some trends to note. Red Raiders are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Red Raiders are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games overall.

Back Texas Tech.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* CBB ATS Play

Kansas +2

The Jayhawks dominated in their Opening Round matchup with Northeastern and will look to translate that into a win over Auburn here. 

Kansas took control in every which way as they went out and took off early in the 2nd half. They showcased their ability to shoot the 3 ball and dominate inside, something they'll look to do here on Saturday. 

Auburn is a very vulnerable team, as it was showcased in their contest with NMSU. They nearly coughed up a lead late, as they struggle with teams that like to play quick and attack. Expect Kansas to really turn up the pressure here and look to get out in transition.

Some trends to note. Jayhawks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall. Jayhawks are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 neutral site games.

Back Kansas.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* CBB ATS Play

Villanova +4

The Wildcats have value grabbing points here.

This should be a lower scoring contest, as both teams really buckle down on the defensive end. 

Villanova has caught some fire after what was an up and down regular season, as they ran the table in the Big East Conference Tournament and took care of business in the Opening Round against St. Mary's. 

Here, with this game likely turning into a grind, we should see it come down to the wire. Both teams can shoot the 3 ball and love to control the tempo. This one should be close throughout with either team having a chance to steal things late.

Back Villanova.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

LSU -2

The Tigers have value at this low of a number here.

Despite all the drama surrounding them, the Tigers came out and handled business against Yale in the Opening Round.

The final score makes it actually seem a bit closer than it was, as LSU as dominant for about 38 minutes before Yale started chucking up three point shots. LSU is built with a deep team that can control the paint and work the inside-out game. 

Look for them to do just that here against a Maryland team that they are much bigger and quicker than.

Some trends to note. Terrapins are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 neutral site games. Terrapins are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 NCAA Tournament games.

Back LSU.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 8* CBB ATS Play

Virginia -21.5

The Cavaliers were the embarrassment of the tournament last season as they became the first #1 seed to fall to a #16 seed. 

We're back at it here with them, as they come into this tournament a #1 seed once again. 

Don't expect anything less than a stellar performance here from the Cavaliers, who will come out with quite the vengeance after what unfolded last season. Expect them to turn the pressure up defensively even more and really work the ball around, wearing out this Gardner-Webb team. 

Some trends to note. Cavaliers are 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games following a ATS loss.Cavaliers are 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games following a straight up loss.

Look for a little revenge from last season here.

Back Virginia.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* CBB ATS Play

Cal-Irvine +5

Cal Irvine has value here catching points on Friday. 

Kansas State and Cal Irvine play two totally different games. Irvine loves to get out and run, while the Wildcats play things extremely slow. 

This is a game where Cal Irvine can really get out and run and put the pressure on the Wildcats. They come into this one averaging 72.5 points per game which is 10 points higher than Kansas State's average on the year. 

Some trends to note. Anteaters are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 games overall.Anteaters are 6-1-1 ATS in their last 8 games following a ATS win.

Look for Kansas State to be thrown off here and really struggle with the speed of the Anteaters.

Back Cal-Irvine.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* CBB ATS Play

Seton Hall +2.5

The Pirates find themselves in their 4th consecutive NCAA Tournament, but it wasn't as easy as it's been in the past. 

Seton Hall had a nice journey through the Big East Tournament and found themselves in the Finals as they nearly took down Villanova in the Title Game. The Pirates are playing with a lot of confidence even despite falling short in the Championship and they'll look to take down a Wofford team not known by many. 

Wofford has a nice winning streak of their own, but the quality of opponents is obviously very different. Look for Seton Hall to turn up the pressure on the defensive end and really come at Wofford, who hasn't experienced pressure like they will here.

Some trends to note. Pirates are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games overall.Pirates are 20-7 ATS in their last 27 Thursday games.

Back Seton Hall.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 6* CBB ATS Play

Florida +2.5 

The Gators have value catching points here. 

Florida comes into this one after finding some success in the SEC Tournament. After trouncing Arkansas in the opening round, the Gators came from behind to take down LSU before eventually falling in the semis to Auburn. 

Florida is a very physical team, that has shown the ability to hit the 3 ball which is going to cause a lot of issues for Nevada here. On top of that, Florida allows one of the best defensive numbers in the nation, giving up just 63 points per game. 

The Wolfpack started to struggle a bit more down the stretch of the season as well, which includes a loss in the Semi Finals of the MWC Tournament. 

Some trends to note. Gators are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.Gators are 36-16 ATS in their last 52 Thursday games.

Florida is far more physical than Nevada. Look for them to almost wear the Wolfpack down, as they have a legitimate shot to steal this one outright.

Back Florida.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* CBB ATS Play

Belmont +3.5

Belmont took down Temple in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament and will now have their sights set on Maryland here. 

Typically, teams that have played in the First Four battling for the 11 seed have found success in the next round. 

This is a great matchup with Maryland, as Belmont can really utilize their tempo here. Look for Belmont to get out and run on them, similar to what they did against Temple. They can really wear teams down with their speed, as they have the ability to attack the rim and hit the 3.

Some trends to note. Bruins are 21-8 ATS in their last 29 Thursday games.Bruins are 13-5 ATS in their last 18 non-conference games.

Look for Belmont to have Maryland on their heels all afternoon long. 

Back Belmont.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 10* CBB ATS TOP Play

Yale +7.5

The Yale Bulldogs will look for a first round upset here when they take on LSU Thursday afternoon. 

Tigers Head Coach Will Wade was the center around drama that unfolded with recruiting violations towards the end of the season that saw him get suspended indefinitely. 

LSU has been in the middle of a huge issue and the distraction here could be a lot.

They fell in the SEC Quarterfinals to Florida and now have to deal with a Yale team that is quick and can really give them some fits. Yale put up 97 points in the Ivy League Conference Championship, as this team is built with a solid compliment of shooters and an inside presence.

Some trends to note. Bulldogs are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.Bulldogs are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 neutral site games.

Back Yale.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 7* CBB ATS Play

North Dakota State -5

North Dakota State has value laying the points here. 

The offense is going to be the difference here, as North Dakota State is far more threatening than North Carolina Central. 

The Bison come into play on Wednesday averaging 72.3 points per game and the offensive numbers have picked up as of late. They have shot the 3 ball very well, hitting 10 in their Championship win last week. 

Defensively, they can man up with the best of them. They sat 2nd in the conference in scoring defense, as they suffocate shooters and don't allow anything easy at the rim.

Some trends to note. Bison are 6-1-1 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up win.Bison are 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 games overall.

Back North Dakota State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 7* CBB ATS Play

Temple +3

The 2nd of the First Four games pins Belmont and Temple against one another. 

Here, the value sits with the underdogs. 

Temple probably shouldn't even be playing in this game. They have had an exceptional year and the committee saw them with a weak non conference schedule as the key factor. 

Look for them to certainly come out inspired here, as they have an opportunity to really showcase just how good they are on both sides of the ball. This team had 7 of their 9 losses come in single digits and they are built extremely deep. 

Some trends to note. Owls are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games following a ATS loss. Owls are 14-6 ATS in their last 20 neutral site games.

Belmont has seen their 4 trips to the NCAA Tournament come with double digit losses in the end. 

Back Temple.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Michigan State PK

The Spartans have been rolling. They come in with tons of momentum as they take on Michigan here.

The Spartans went into Michigan earlier this season and took them down thanks to a huge 2nd half. The same occurred when these two teams met in East Lansing as Michigan coughed up an early lead. 

Michigan State is built much deeper than the Wolverines and the inside presence will be the difference here.

Look for Michigan State to work the paint and really control this game with their tempo.

Some trends to note. Spartans are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 games following a ATS win, and are 22-8 ATS in their last 30 games overall. Wolverines are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games after allowing less than 50 points in their previous game.

Back Michigan State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* CBB ATS Play

Buffalo -10.5

Both Bowling Green and Buffalo needed to survive and now these two teams battle for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. 

Buffalo has the edge here, as this team is just too tough to slow down.

The Bulls dropped 86 on Central Michigan last night, as they just have so many weapons on the floor. They can hit you with a variety of three point shooters as well as a nice inside presence.

Look for them to get out and really run here, pushing Bowling Green back on their heels all night long.

Some trends to note. Bulls are 18-6-2 ATS in their last 26 neutral site games. Falcons are 2-5-1 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.

Back Buffalo.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

Harvard +1 

Harvard and Penn battle in the Ivy League Conference Tournament on Saturday.  

Harvard sits with the value here, as they have the edge head to head wise. They come into Saturday a solid 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.  

On top of that, Harvard has flourished when it comes to playing teams good teams. The Crimson are 23-8-1 ATS in their last 32 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

They just play opponents so tough both ways, as they are one of the best in the conference at turning defense into offense.  

Some trends to note. Crimson are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.Crimson are 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall. 

Back Harvard. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray. 

Saturday 7* CBB ATS Play

Duke -2.5

Looking for the best revenge spot? Well look no further here.

Duke comes into this one after dropping both games to UNC this season. Zion Williamson essentially played in zero of the matchups this season as he went down in the first 30 seconds of game 1 and missed game 2. 

His return saw Duke just dominate Syracuse, as he went off with a stellar performance. 

This Duke team seems to just play with so much more energy when Williamson is in the lineup. The supporting cast came out in a big way in Duke's win over Syracuse Thursday and we should see some very inspired play here today from them. 

Some trends to note. Tar Heels are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 neutral site games. Blue Devils are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 Friday games.

Nobody on this Duke team wants to lose 3 times to Carolina. Look for them to come out firing here.

Back Duke.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 10* CBB ATS TOP PLAY

Iowa State PK

The Big 12 has been a crapshoot all season long.

We’ve seen teams beat up on each other all year long as it’s been an absolute grind in conference play. Here, the Cyclones have a huge edge against the Wildcats. 

Kansas State has leaned on their defense all season long, but have struggled with teams who play quick. Iowa State loves to push the tempo and that will be a huge issue for Kansas State here on Friday.

Overall Iowa State outplayed Kansas State this year in their head to head battles. While Kansas State took one of the matchups by 1, the Cyclones responded with a 14 point win in Manhattan. Iowa State is just not a good matchup for this slow paced Wildcats team.

Back Iowa State. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 7* CBB ATS Play

Florida +2.5

Don’t sleep on this Florida team because they’re an 8 seed. 

After a dominant performance against the Razorbacks in the opening round, Florida looks to avenge an overtime loss to LSU from a few weeks back. Both of the meetings between these two teams saw overtime, as they split the pair. 

Florida matches up extremely well with LSU, as they can go toe to toe with them in every facet.

Look for this to be a physical contest, one where Florida where really look to attack the paint.  If their inside game gets going early, it will open up things for their shooters, resulting in a long night for the Tigers. 

Back Florida. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* CBB ATS Play

Illinois +4

This is an extremely weird line as Illinois catches points against Iowa on Thursday night. 

The Fighting Illini have certainly improved as the season has gone on and they have shown they can compete with anyone in the conference.

Illinois has knocked off Northwestern twice, Michigan State, and Maryland this season.  They have a very grinding mentality that allows them to get on runs thanks to their defensive efforts. 

The high pressure will certainly be here tonight against Iowa as they should be able to find themselves in a slow paced game, which certainly benefits them.

Some trends to note. Fighting Illini are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Hawkeyes are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 games overall, and are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 vs. Big Ten.

Back Illinois.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* CBB ATS Play

Boise State +12

This is a game where the Broncos can certainly keep things close here.

Boise State comes into this one winners in the opener round on Wednesday, as we backed them -3 against Colorado State.

This is going to be a case where they will see a Nevada team be a little rusty in this one. With Boise State already in the swings of things, they will come in with some momentum to work with. 

On top of that, Boise State nearly knocked off Nevada once this season. The Broncos fell by 1 in Boise, which certainly shows they can compete with Nevada.

Some trends to note. Wolf Pack are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games overall.Wolf Pack are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 vs. Mountain West.

Back Boise State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 7* CBB ATS Play

Kent State PK

The Golden Flashes take on Central Michigan in the MAC Quarterfinals on Thursday afternoon. 

Kent State and Central Michigan battled just once this year, a game that went down to the wire with the Chips coming out on top.

Things will be different this time around as Kent State has a lot of momentum on their side. This team needed a win in their final game of the season without their star G Jaylin Walker to secure a bye to this round. With the extra rest and Walker expected to be back here, this is a case where Kent State can really pick things up on the offensive floor. 

Some trends to note. Golden Flashes are 5-0-1 ATS in their last 6 Thursday games.Golden Flashes are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 neutral site games.

Back Kent State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* CBB ATS Play

Bucknell +4

Bucknell knows a thing or two about playing in huge tournament games. 

A frequent visitor of the NCAA Tournament, Bucknell catching point is a nice move. Both games with Colgate were competitive this year, as they split their meetings with them. 

Offensively, these teams are very similar. They love to move the ball around and will certainly play an inside out kind of game. That benefits the team grabbing the points, as we should see a close one all night long. 

After back to back dominant performances in this tournament, Bucknell is playing with tons of confidence.

This one will be a grind from the start, with Bucknell having a shot at an outright upset.

Some trends to consider. The Bison are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600, and are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up win of more than 20 points.

Back Bucknell.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Boise State -3

The Broncos are in a nice revenge spot here.

After dropping the last head to head meeting with Colorado State, they come in with a chance to flip the script on them. Boise State secured a win over Air Force in their regular season finale, while the Rams limp in losers of 3 straight.

Boise’s defense is the real key here. They give up an average of 8 points less than Colorado State, as they can really put the clamps down. 

Look for them to fluster this Rams’ offense all night long, really suffocating shooters. 

With that in mind, Boise State should be able to control the possession and really knock CSU off their rhythm from the start.

A couple trends to consider. Rams are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 neutral site games. Broncos are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400.

Back Boise State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Georgia Tech +2

The Yellow Jackets have value catching points here. 

Georgia Tech and Notre Dame battled twice this year, with each team taking their respective home game. 

The Fighting Irish come into this one limping, as they dropped 7 straight games to close the season out as the wheels completely fell off for them. This team struggled on both ends of the floor and have zero momentum coming into this. 

Meanwhile, the Yellow Jackets have won back to back games themselves, which includes a huge win over the Wolfpack on the road.

Some trends to note. Fighting Irish are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 Tuesday games.Fighting Irish are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record.

Back Georgia Tech.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Miami +5.5

This is not a good first draw for the Zips. 

Miami and Akron come in with similar styles and records here in the first round of the MAC Tournament. 

Miami has dominated this head to head series as of late, giving them the edge here. Over the last 14 meetings, the Redhawks have covered 12 of those. Along with that, playing in Akron hasn't been much of an issue either. They have gone 5-2 ATS in the last 7 inside this building. 

This will be a very slowly played game here, with both teams really looking to attack the rim early on. That should play into the favor of the Redhawks here, as they'll have a chance to grab this one outright.

Back Miami OH.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* CBB ATS Play

Michigan State 

The Spartans will look to complete the regular season sweep of their rivals here on Saturday.

Michigan State went into Michigan just a few weeks back and used a big second half run to knock them off by 7. 

With the script flipped to East Lansing, the Spartans have a huge edge at home in this one. 

Michigan State comes in a solid 14-1 SU in true home games and 11-4 in that span. Look for them to really turn the pressure up here on both ends of the floor, as they average 84.9 points per home game to just the 62.5 they give up. 

Some trends to note. Spartans are 8-2-1 ATS in their last 11 games after scoring more than 90 points in their previous game.Spartans are 17-5 ATS in their last 22 games following a straight up win.

Lay the points. Back Michigan State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 10* CBB ATS TOP PLAY

Fresno State

The Bulldogs are worth laying the number here. 

San Jose State has been the definition of a mess this season. 

They come in just 4-25 SU on the year and have been a wreck on both sides of the basketball. Averaging just 64.9 points per game to the 80.5 they concede, this team has never been able to get things rolling, nor really put up much of a fight with some of their top tier teams in the conference. 

On the road, the Spartans have been horrific. 0-11 SU and 5-8-1 ATS, they are getting outscored on average 86.5 to 60.6. 

Some trends to note. Spartans are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.Spartans are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600.

Lay the points. Back Fresno State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

Oklahoma State

The Cowboys have value here as they welcome in West Virginia on Saturday.

While it is tough to justify an 11-19 team overall, the Mountaineers have been a wreck for most of this season. That includes their true road play, which has been an absolute disaster.

They come in 0-9 SU in true road affairs and are just 3-11 ATS in all road contests. Averaging just 64.7 points in those situations, they are giving up a ridiculous 82.1 to the opposition. 

Oklahoma State is not a bad defensive team either. Look for them to put pressure on all afternoon long here, forcing West Virginia really on their heels. 

Some trends to note. Mountaineers are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up win.Mountaineers are 1-6-1 ATS in their last 8 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record.

Grab the home side.

Back Oklahoma State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* CBB ATS Play

Jacksonville State +5

The Ohio Valley Conference Tourney continues with Jacksonville State taking on Murray State here in the Semi Finals. 

The 2 versus the 3 seed figures to pin a solid contest, as this one should be close throughout. 

Don't be fooled by the blowout win by Murray State earlier this season, Jacksonville State is a completely different team since then. They have rattled off win after win and they're doing it with a  combination of dominate defense and stellar shooting. 

Look for them to really push the issue here and suffocate these Murray State shooters all night long.

Back Jacksonville State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* CBB ATS Play

San Diego -12

The West Coast Conference pins a first round matchup of Portland and San Diego.

San Diego holds a huge edge here in this one as they catch a Portland team that has lacked competitiveness all season long. 

Portland has lost 17 in a row coming into this one, one of the worst marks in the entire nation. Two of those include blowout losses to this San Diego team as they boast one of the worst offensive numbers in the conference. Portland scores just 65.5 points per game and they've seen that number go down as of late too. 

Some trends to note. Toreros are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a straight up loss. Toreros are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games following a ATS loss.

Lay the points.

Back San Diego.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 10* CBB ATS TOP PLAY 

Winthrop -3

This is a case where Winthrop's experience is going to hold value.

Winthrop has been known to be a tournament team, as they have made their splashes into the NCAA Tournament. 

They lay a small number here in the Big South Conference Quarterfinals and this is a game where they can use their pace to their advantage. They average over 84 points per game one of the best in the conference. Look for them to really get out and run on Wednesday. 

Winthrop won both regular season meetings as well. Look for them to complete the 3 game sweep.

Back Winthrop.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* CBB ATS Play

Northwestern +1

The Wildcats have value at home here.

Ohio State is quite the mess right now. The Buckeyes have had internal issues leading to the dismissal of one of their best players and it showed a lot of flaws last time out against on Saturday. Ohio State was knocked around in Purdue as this offense simply hasn’t looked good as of late. 

The Wildcats are in a nice revenge spot here and they play much better at home. 

Expect them to really fluster this Buckeyes offense from the start, putting them in plenty of tough spots on the offensive end.

Grab the home side.

Back Northwestern.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Kentucky -5

Kentucky has value laying the points here on the road.

This is a true bounce back spot for the Wildcats, who come in off a horrible loss to the Volunteers on Saturday. 

Kentucky has been dominant in true road games on the defensive end with the exception of Saturday and we should see them get back to their old ways here. Despite Saturday's mess, they still are giving up just 62.9 points per game. Look for them to come out with more fire here, as they are looking to prove a point in this one.

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games overall.Wildcats are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 road games vs. a team with a winning home record

Lay the points.

Back Kentucky.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Kent State +4

Kent State has value catching points here.

The Golden Flashes need some help to grab the all important bye in the first round of the MAC tournament and it starts here with a win. 

Kent needs to find a combo of picking up one game on CMU as they sit tied for the 4th spot in the MAC.

Kent State grabbed a 3 point win earlier this season against Miami and they have bounced back nicely after a straight up loss. They have gone 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 in such cases. Look for them to really focus on the defensive end here, as they are at their best when they turn defense into offense.

Some trends to note. Underdog is 6-2-1 ATS in the last 9 meetings. Red Hawks are 2-5-1 ATS in their last 8 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.

Grab the points.

Back Kent State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

TCU +2

The Horned Frogs have value catching points here on Monday. 

Saturday was a disaster for TCU, as they simply had no answer for the Red Raiders. Expect this to be a full bounce back game, as they matchup well with Kansas State. 

The Wildcats are a team that loves to just slow things down and really chews up clock. That plays well into TCU’s hands as they are one of the best at moving on defense and not allowing anything easy. Expect them to really frustrate this Kansas State offense on Monday, resulting in some easy baskets the other way for them. 

TCU will come out with some fire in this one. 

Look for them to control everyrhjng from the outset and really force Kansas State into some uncomfortable situations on both sides of the ball. 

Back TCU. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* CBB ATS Play

Michigan -1

A marquee Big Ten matchup pins Michigan and Maryland against each other. The visitors here have the value. 

Michigan knocked off Maryland earlier this season, a game in which the Wolverines dominated on the defensive end. 

That’s the go to for this Michigan team, as they love to lock down defensively and turn their solid defense into easy transition buckets the other way. 

Some trends to note. Wolverines are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a straight up win of more than 20 points. Terrapins are 1-6-1 ATS in their last 8 Sunday games. Head to head in this series the road team is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 matchups.

Look for Michigan to frustrate the Terps once again here. 

Back Michigan. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Sunday 9* CBB ATS Play

Gonzaga

The rivalry continues here between Gonzaga and St. Mary's. 

However, this rivalry has typically been one sided with the Bulldogs dominated. 

Gonzaga comes into this 7-0 ATS in their last 7 visits here and overall they have covered in 20 of the last 27. 

Look for them to continue that here as they simply are too much for the Gaels. This should be a game where Gonzaga buckles down defensively and really doesn't give St. Mary's anything easy. 

Some trends to note. Gaels are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 vs. West Coast.Gaels are 1-5-1 ATS in their last 7 games after allowing less than 50 points in their previous game.

Lay the points.

Back Gonzaga.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

TCU 

The Horned Frogs have value at home here.

Texas Tech is just a completely different team on the road versus at home. They come in just 4-3 in true road situations and really have looked sluggish a lot in these. They put up just 63 points per game on the road, which is one of the lowest in the conference.

TCU comes in off a huge win at home against Iowa State last Saturday and they overall are 12-3 in home situations. 

Look for them to really lock down here on Texas Tech, knowing their scoring woes are a huge concern.

Some trends to note. Horned Frogs are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games after allowing more than 90 points in their previous game.Horned Frogs are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.

Grab the home side.

Back TCU.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 10* CBB ATS Play

San Francisco -6

San Francisco has value laying the points at home here Thursday.

This is one of the best defensive teams in the conference and they actually sit in the top tier in the entire nation.

They give up just 66 points per game, one of the best marks. They have done it with lock down of the opposing shooters, as well as using their length to shut down the point. 

This is also a revenge spot here for San Francisco. They dropped a 4 point decision earlier this year where the offense just couldn't get anything going. This team plays much better at home versus the road as well, adding value in this one.

Some trends to note. Toreros are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games overall. Dons are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of less than .400, and are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games vs. a team with a losing road record.

Lay the points. Back San Francisco.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* CBB ATS Play

Illinois State -2

Laying the points with the home side is a nice move for us on Wednesday.

Illinois State has been a completely different team at home versus the road. They have grabbed 11 of their 15 wins inside their own building, thanks in large part to the defensive efforts.

They are giving up just 67 points per game at home, one of the best numbers in the conference. 

This is also a nice revenge spot for them. These two teams played to a 66-65 contest in Missouri State, where Illinois State had the game wrapped up only to see a half court buzzer beater shot do them in.

Some trends to note. Bears are 7-16 ATS in their last 23 road games.Bears are 6-14 ATS in their last 20 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.

Lay the small number.

Back Illinois State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Toledo +1

The Rockets have value grabbing a point here.

Toledo and Ball State have continued to battle in the MAC West, as the Rockets look to secure a first round bye in this years tournament. 

Toledo has been the much better of the two teams as they boast one of the best offenses in the entire Mid American Conference. They should be able to really get Ball State on their heels with their pace in this one.

Some trends to note. Cardinals are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 Tuesday games.Cardinals are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS loss.

The road team has covered in 4 of the last 5 games in this series. 

Back Toledo.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Ohio State -2

The Buckeyes have value laying the small number here on Tuesday. 

Ohio State has been a tough team to figure out as a whole this season. There has been times where they look unbeatable and other times where they have just been a mess. 

They are in a nice situational spot here against Iowa, a team that has gone 0-4 ATS in their last 4 Big Ten contests. Along with that, Iowa has been a much different road team this season. They come into action on Tuesday just 12-26-1 ATS in their last 39 road games. 

Some trends to note. Buckeyes are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss. Favorite is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.

Look for Ohio State to add a resume building win here.

Back Ohio State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Stanford +5

The Cardinal are in a revenge spot here on Sunday. 

Stanford dropped a 5 point decision at home earlier this season to Arizona, a game in which the Cardinal just couldn’t get over the hump. 

Stanford’s defense here is going to be the difference maker. 

The Cardinal are one of the best in Conference as their length is an issue for opposing teams. Looks for them to lock down the paint and really suffocate Arizona shooters in this one. 

Some trends to note. Cardinal are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss. Wildcats are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games overall. Head to head the Road team is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.

Lay the points. 

Back Stanford. Good Luck, Razor Ray. 

Sunday 9* CBB ATS Play

Florida State +7½

The Noles have value here on the road. 

North Carolina comes in off their biggest win of the season as they tore apart Duke on Wednesday night. 

This is almost a letdown spot here and they simply cannot overlook this Florida State team. The Seminoles have won 8 straight games and are playing their best basketball of the season. They're doing in with a combination of things, as their 67.5 points against is one of the best in the conference.

Look for them to fluster this UNC offense as they can really keep this one close throughout.

Some trends to note. Seminoles are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win. Seminoles are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a ATS win

Grab the visitors. Back Florida State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 8* CBB ATS Play

Maryland -6.5

The Terps have value at home here Saturday.

Maryland has already knocked off Ohio State once, a game which was dominated by them from the outset. Maryland is much more physical and has more threats on the outside which simply causes a lot of issues for the Buckeyes. 

Maryland is a solid 13-2 SU at home this year as their defense has been the biggest key.

Look for them to set the tone here, as they give up just 68 points per home game.

Some trends to note. Buckeyes are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up win. Buckeyes are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Ohio State has struggled to build off wins. Look for them to really get worn out by Maryland.

Back Maryland.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play

USC -2

This is a nice number to back the home side at here on Thursday. 

USC continues their battle for the 4th spot in the Pac-12, as they are in search of a bye in the first round of the Pac-12 tournament. 

Coming in with an 11-4 home record this season, they hold value here against a reeling Oregon team. The Ducks sit 8th in the conference and have struggled to gain any sort of steam this season. 

They've averaged a conference-worst 59 points per game when playing on the road too. Look for their struggles to continue here against a USC team that matchups very well with them. 

Some trends to note. Ducks are 3-8-1 ATS in their last 12 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600. Ducks are 4-11-1 ATS in their last 16 road games.

Lay the number.

Back USC.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 8* CBB ATS Play

Michigan -4.5

The Wolverines have value on the road here.

Michigan has a huge situational edge here in this one. The Wolverines come into this one 17-7 ATS in their last 24 road contests. 

It hasn't mattered whether they are home or away this season, this team has played well in both instances and come out with plenty of aggression. 

They matchup well here against the Golden Gophers, who have gone just 4-9 ATS in their last 13 against a team with a winning record at home. 

Some trends to note. Wolverines are 20-7-1 ATS in their last 28 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Wolverines are 37-14-2 ATS in their last 53 Thursday games

Michigan is 7-1 ATS in their last 8 road meetings with Minnesota. Lay the small number here.

Back Michigan.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* CBB ATS Play

Nevada -7.5 

The Wolfpack have value laying the points here. Nevada comes Into this one red hot. 

They have rattled off wins in 10 straight contests and have averaged a victory margin of a ridiculous 22 points in that stretch. They come in with some serious momentum after Saturday, as they went on the road in Wyoming and dropped 82 points in an 82-49 win.

This is a team that can be overwhelming for opponents and we should see them really wear down San Diego State here.

Some trends to note. Wolf Pack are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games overall, and are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games. Head to head the favorite is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings.

Grab the visitors.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 7* CBB ATS Play

Ohio State -7

Northwestern simply isn’t threatening enough on the offensive end here as they take on a very tough Buckeyes team here.

Ohio State’s defense is what will be the difference here. 

They had Michigan State on the ropes for about 37 minutes on Sunday, as this defense has proven they can compete with the best of them.

Expect Ohio State to put the pressure on from the start here, as Northwestern will not find anything easy from the outside or in the paint. 

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games overall, and are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 vs. Big Ten.

Grab the home side. Back Ohio State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 8* CBB ATS Play

Villanova -5.5

This is a full bounce back here for Villanova.

After a blistering start on Sunday against St. John’s, the Wildcats choked a huge lead in the 2nd half. 

They should get their revenge here on Wednesday, as Georgetown is a team that they matchup very well with. 

Look for Villanova to get back to their solid defensive ways, as they got lost Sunday in that 2nd half closing out on shooters. Villanova is one of the best in the nation when it comes to clamping down defensively and not allowing anything easy for the opposition. 

Some trends to note. Hoyas are 9-20-1 ATS in their last 30 games overall. Head to head the Wildcats are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings, and are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.

Lay the points. Back Villanova.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Kentucky -11

Don't expect any sort of letdown here for the Wildcats. 

After dominating Tennessee on Saturday, Kentucky comes back here on the road against Missouri. This is a game they should be able to do what they want both in the paint and behind the arc. 

Kentucky's speed is going to be way too much in this one. 

Missouri averages just 68.0 points per game, one of the worst in the entire conference. Look for Kentucky to use their tempo to really put Missouri in an uncomfortable pace, as they should be able to wear them down throughout. 

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Wildcats are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games overall.

Lay the points.

Back Kentucky.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Tennessee -18.5

The Volunteers have value laying the big number. 

After what was a horrible performance in Kentucky on Saturday, Tennessee is going to take full advantage of this sluggish Vanderbilt team. 

Vanderbilt doesn't have much in terms of an offensive attack, as Tennessee should be able to really put their foot on the gas and run in this one. Look for them to get out early and just keep the pressure on throughout. 

Some trends to note. Commodores are 17-39 ATS in their last 56 games overall. Commodores are 5-12 ATS in their last 17 vs. Southeastern.

Tennessee is still a 1-seed and still the leader in the SEC. If there was one game they were going to lose, it was that one on Saturday. Rick Barnes won't let his guys get too down.

Back Tennessee.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 8* CBB ATS Play

West Virginia +6.5 

The Mountaineers grabbing the points is worth a move on Monday.

Kansas State isn't a team that is known for blowing opponents out. They are a very slow moving team that likes to really turn games into a grind.

That bodes well for the Mountaineers here, who play a very similar style. 

West Virginia has a huge edge here on the rebounding end. They sit number 28th in the nation and first in the Big 12. Kansas State ranks dead last in the conference, as we should see West Virginia really buckle down on the defensive rebounding side and crash the offensive boards.

Some trends to note.Wildcats are 1-4 ATS in the last 5 meetings. Mountaineers are 23-7 ATS in their last 30 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.

Grab the home side.

Back West Virginia.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 8* CBB ATS Play

Virginia -4.5

Laying the points here has value on Monday night. 

Virginia has been dominant this season when coming in as single-digit favorites. They have averaged a winning margin of nearly 10 in those situations and situationally match up great against Virginia Tech. 

The Hokies have struggled against top teams in the nation, as they simply have been knocked around from the start. They are 0-3 SU and ATS against the Top 20 and have only come as close as 8 in those contests. 

Some trends to note. Cavaliers are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 Monday games. Cavaliers are 12-3 ATS in their last 15 games following a ATS loss.

Lay the points.

Back Virginia.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* CBB ATS Play

Villanova -4

This is a nice shot at laying the small number with the much better team here. 

Villanova has covered in 8 of their last 9 Big East contests as they have been playing some dominate basketball as a whole.

They have won 12 of their last 13 overall, with the lone loss being a 1 point game in Creighton. One of those wins during this run comes against St. John’s, as they took them down by 5 in a game where Villanova really didn’t even play well and still came out with a win.  

Look for Villanova to continue to do what they’ve done so well in the past games and really clamp down defensively.  

Expect St. John’s to have a frustrating afternoon here. 

Back Villanova.

Good Luck, Razor Ray. 

Sunday 9* CBB ATS Play

Ohio State +12 

This is a case where Ohio State can keep things close.  

The Buckeyes have a bit of a revenge factor as they saw Michigan State steal one late when these two teams met in Columbus. 

While the Buckeyes inconsistencies have led them to the middle tier of the Big Ten, it’s getting to that time where they need to start showcasing  to the committee what they can do.  While a signature win on the road against a top team in the nation would go a long way, keeping things close and really minimizing mistakes is the first key here.

Expect Ohio State to really try and attack the rim and find some momentum there before looking to their outside shooters. 

This one has the makings of a game where it could turn into a grind, really benefiting the Buckeyes. 

Back Ohio State. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray. 

Sunday 8* CBB ATS Play

Kentucky -2.5

This is quite the way to come in with a bounce-back game. 

Kentucky was beaten at the buzzer against LSU earlier this week and will be extremely hungry when they welcome in the #1 team in the nation. 

Tennessee has been dominating opponents, but even despite Kentucky's slip up against LSU, it is just so tough to come into Rupp Arena and leave with a win. 

Kentucky is still 13-1 at home this season as they are outscoring the opposition on average 79.6-61.5. Look for them to really take out some frustrations as well here, as they will be super aggressive in a game that figures to be physical from the start.

Some trends to note. Wildcats are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 Saturday games. Wildcats are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 games overall.

Grab the home side.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 7* CBB ATS Play

Kent State -3.5

The Golden Flashes push for the 4 seed in the MAC will likely go through Akron and the Michigan schools. 

This is a case where they have to win these types of games and they have value laying the points in this matchup. 

Eastern Michigan just isn't what they've been in the past. This team has struggled on the offensive end when it comes to scoring and they lack a threat that can take a game over. 

That is exactly what Kent State has, as Jaylin Walker is able to spark this offense. Look for him and Senior guard Jalen Avery to lead the charge here, as this Golden Flashes offense should be way too much for the Eagles.

Some trends to note. Eagles are 2-5 ATS in the last 7 meetings in Kent St. Home team is 7-2 ATS in the last 9 meetings.

Look for Kent to get their revenge here. Back Kent State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 6* CBB ATS Play

*TOP PLAY* 

Kansas -14

The revenge factor comes into play here when Kansas and West Virginia meet. 

The two teams played a month back as West Virginia closed the game on a 7-0 run to upset then #5 Kansas. 

Now the script is flipped as they return to Kansas, a place where the Jayhawks play extremely well. Kansas is a solid 13-0 at home this season, averaging 81.2 points per home contest. 

Look for them to really be aggressive here, especially after the events that unfolded in Morgantown last time these two teams clashed. 

Some trends to note. Mountaineers are 1-4 ATS in the last 5 meetings in Kansas. Home team is 12-3 ATS in the last 15 meetings.

Kansas has dominated this series at home as of late. 

Grab the home side. Back Kansas.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 10* CBB ATS TOP PLAY 

North Carolina -16.5

The Tar Heels laying the number is a nice move. 

North Carolina's offense is going to be way too overwhelming for the Demon Deacons here in this one. 

The Tar Heels are putting up 87.2 points per game which is not just one of the best in the ACC, but one of the top numbers in the entire nation. Look for them to really push the tempo on Wake Forest, as they struggle with teams that get up and down the floor quick. 

Wake Forest has also been horrific situationally. They are just 3-14 ATS in their last 17 games played on Saturday and 6-22 ATS against conference foes.

Some trends to note. Tar Heels are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 vs. Atlantic Coast. Tar Heels are 13-6-1 ATS in their last 20 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record.

Lay the points. Back North Carolina.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 8* CBB ATS Play

Buffalo -2.5

The Bulls have value laying the small number here.

Buffalo and Toledo figure to be right there when it’s all said and done in the MAC as this matchup pins two of the best offenses in the conference against each other.

However, Buffalo is just too powerful.

They love to get up and down the floor as quickly as possible, pushing the tempo and really putting opponents on their heels.

Expect them to do just that here, as they can really push Toledo back and create a lot of open shots with that pace.

Some trends to note. Head to head the Bulls are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings, and the favorite is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings. The Rockets are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 Friday games.

Lay the points. Back Buffalo. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 9* CBB ATS Play

Davidson -11

The revenge factor plays a role here when Davidson meets St. Joe’s.

St. Joe’s defeated Davidson by 1 earlier this year but the times have certainly switched. 

Davidson has won 6 of 7 since that loss while St. Joe’s comes in just 3-5 in that same span. Davidson is doing it with success on both ends of the floor as they’re looking as threatening as ever.

Expect them to really lock in defensively and then defense into offense in transition.

Some trends to note. Hawks are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games overall,, and are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. The Wildcats are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall. Head to head the home team is 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings.

Lay the points. Back Davidson. 

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Friday 8* CBB ATS Play

Illinois Chicago -4.5

This is a nice spot to fade Cleveland State here.

After what was a very rare win on Saturday, the Vikings are in full letdown mode here. 

Cleveland State has been one of the worst in the Horizon and likely will find themselves out of the Conference Tournament due to a bottom finish. This team has been a wreck all year long as they really have showcased their youth.

The struggles come on both ends of the floor as they have zero defensive stability and really only one offensive threat. 

With Illinois Chicago on a nice 3 game run, this is a spot where they should continue that momentum.

Some trends to note. Flames are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall, and are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. Horizon League. Vikings are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up win.

Lay the points. Back Illinois Chicago.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Thursday 9* CBB ATS Play 

Clemson -2

Miami has been an overachieving team for sure as of late.

They have battled injuries all season long and have oddly got better as these have happened. However, this is not a good matchup for them.

Clemson is a come at you, physical opponent that can really wear Miami down. Expect Clemson to really focus on playing their inside game, as they can get to the rim on this Miami defense.

Look for this one to start slow and really take off as the game progresses, as Miami simply cannot keep up here.

Some trends to note. Tigers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a ATS win, and are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games overall. Hurricanes are 16-36 ATS in their last 52 home games.

Lay the number. Back Clemson.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Wednesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Texas -3

Laying the points with the home side here has value.

The Longhorns have been a dominant team at home this season and have really played the majority of their best basketball here. 

The Longhorns have gone 10-4 in true home games this season and their defense has been the biggest contributor to success. Texas has given up just 63.1 points per game on average at home and they have really stepped things up to another level as of late. 

Some trends to note. Longhorns are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games overall. Longhorns are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 vs. Big 12.

Lay the small number.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Tuesday 9* CBB ATS Play

Virginia +1

The Cavaliers are in full bounce back mode here on Monday.

Virginia was dominated against Duke from the outset on Saturday, as the Blue Devils have now accounted for both their losses this season. 

They take on 9th ranked UNC here and they matchup well with them. 

This a case where the Cavaliers can really throw North Carolina off with their pace. Expect a very slowly played game as Virginia let things get into a track meet on Saturday, which is exactly the thing this team cannot do.

Some trends to note. Cavaliers are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600. Cavaliers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss.

Grab the visitors.

Back Virginia.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Monday 9* CBB ATS Play

Fresno State -2

The Bulldogs have value on the road here on Saturday. 

Fresno State sits third in the MWC and they have a lot of potentials to really make a move toward the top. 

Fresno State is in full bounce-back mode here after a tough home loss to Utah State last time out. A huge loss gave them a knock in their quest for the 2nd spot in the standings and now they simply cannot afford to drop anymore. 

This is a nice matchup for them here against UNLV, as Fresno State should be able to really control things on the defensive end. Allowing just 68 points per game, the Bulldogs have dominated teams because of the pressure they provide. 

Some trends to note. Bulldogs are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600. Bulldogs are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 road games.

Grab the visitors.

Back Fresno State.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 10* CBB ATS Play

Villanova +1.5

The Wildcats have been a tough team to crack. 

Known for their high flying attack on the offensive end, Villanova has really flipped the script on the defensive end as of late.

They are really putting the pressure on shooters and only allowing one shot per possession. That has been a huge key to their success and will really look to put the clamps here on a very good Creighton team. 

Some trends to note.Wildcats are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 Saturday games. Wildcats are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 vs. Big East.

This is a nice situational edge for the Cats. They are playing with a lot of confidence on both ends of the floor and can pick apart this Marquette team who showed they are very vulnerable after dropping one to St. Johns earlier this week.

Back Villanova.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 6* CBB ATS Play

LSU -1.5

The home side has value here on Saturday in a crucial SEC matchup. 

After seeing their win streak snapped, LSU bounced back in a huge way as they went on the road in Mississippi State and knocked them off in overtime. It was in come from behind fashion as LSU really took off on the offensive end in the 2nd half. 

They matchup well with Auburn here, as they have gone just 1-4 ATS on the road this year. 

Auburn has been a different team away from home as they simply don't play with as much confidence. 

Some trends to note. Tigers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 Saturday games. Tigers are 8-2-1 ATS in their last 11 vs. Southeastern.

Look for LSU to dominate both inside and out here, as they will feed off this home crowd.

Back LSU.

Good Luck, Razor Ray.

Saturday 9* CBB ATS Play