(photo: Lincoln Journal Star)
I will do my best to provide *at least* a daily three ball of picks for all of you snipers out there. The goal is a 2-1 night, with some 3-0’s sprinkled occasionally. I recommend you play them individually .. however, never be scared of a little three ball parlay! 20/21 Season: 58%
Season Record: 15-12
11/12 Starting Five:
Texas A&M CC -2
Nebraska -3
Georgia State +8
Chicago State +33
Nevada ML -120
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Texas A&M CC -2 : Pure fade of IUPUI here. I believe them to be one of the worst teams in America this season. The Islanders also have some decent talent on the roster. They are shooting 77% from the line this season, and were only down 38-34 at the half to Texas A&M a few nights ago. This is not a road game. Neutral site in San Antonio. Give me the Islanders.
Score Prediction: Texas A&M CC 68 – IUPUI 62
Nebraska -3 : Unfortunately for my Jays .. this is my play of the night. Nebraska fans are coming into this game smelling blood in the water knowing that their instate rival is due to have a down season. The Cornhuskers have also welcomed in a true five-star talent in Bryce McGowens to the fold. The original FSU commit, decided to head to Lincoln to team up with his brother, Trey. He grew up local to me, so I know this kid is the real deal. Already averaging 27ppg in this young season. People may point to the Western Illinois loss as a cause for concern, but I do not buy it. It was the first game mixing in new pieces, and they were without their enforcers down low. Eduardo Andre and Lat Mayen are back, and I think they will get the best of Kalkbrenner. I hate to say it, but feel this may get ugly behind a feisty home crowd.
Score Prediction: Nebraska 80 – Creighton 65
Georgia State +8 : I absolutely love the guard play from this team. They are deadly from behind the arc (38% on 21 makes in 2 games), and can really get in your face with their pressure defense. They also have speed to kill. Richmond’s defensive efficiency has been very poor this season. Utah State hung 85 on them the other day. I also love the Georgia State TTO of 71, but feel there is more value in getting the points. There will be no way for the Spiders to stop Georgia State from scoring in this one. Close battle, and a live dog. May have an upset special here.
Score Prediction: Richmond 76 – Georgia State 74
Chicago State +33 : I don’t blame you if you do not want to take this play. I don’t want to either. However, I think there is considerable value. It is just too high. Chicago State has improved from worst team in the country, to just really bad. Loyola has dropped from a Sweet 16 caliber team, to a potential tournament team. Yet, the line sits one point off from the same matchup a year ago. I believe this line should be around 27. I’ll take a shot on this crazy number. Plus, this is an inner city battle. Hopefully, Chicago State will fight til the end. Please don’t Samford me.
Score Prediction: Loyola Chicago 84 – Chicago State 56
Nevada ML -120 : This was a non-play for me until I received word that AJ Bramah is back in the lineup tonight. He is the biggest transfer portal acquisition that nobody is talking about. Santa Clara should struggle to keep him in check, while also getting out to Sherfield and Cambridge. Washington and Baker’s length should cause trouble for Vrankic, and Alford’s guys get a huge road win. Sorry Broncos. We will always have Friday night.
Score Prediction: Nevada 76 – Santa Clara 72
Best of luck! Let’s snipe this one y’all!!
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