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I will do my best to provide college basketball winners for you on a nightly basis. The majority of the nights we will try to keep it to three plays, but some days may ask for more. I recommend you play them individually .. however, never be scared of a little sniper parlay!
Season Record: 53-35
Season Best Bet Record: 21-8
12/10 Card:
Wofford -5
UNC -7 1H
Mizzou +3
North Texas -3
UAB +6
Arizona -1.5
UTRGV -3
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Wofford -5 : Wofford finally got rid of the toxicity holding the program back over this past week. Coach Jay McAuley was forced into stepping away from the program after many of the players went to the AD with displeasure over how he was running the show. They followed up this news with an impressive 10 point win over Coastal. Wofford is an efficient offense and should simply outscore Georgia Southern here. The Eagles are only shooting 60% from the FT line, and 29% from distance. They have a 5-4 record, but three of those wins have come outside of D1 basketball and the other two are against two of the worst in D1, Houston Christian and Western Michigan (we will revisit these bozos later). Wofford has also battled on the road recently. Their last two road games were losses by 3 points each to Vandy and LSU. They will get their much needed first road win this afternoon.
Score Prediction: Wofford 72 – Georgia Southern 64
UNC -7 1H : The Tar Heels are finally returning home to the Dean Dome. The Heels have not seen the lights of the Smith Center since November 20th, and are coming off of four straight losses on the road/neutral sites. Georgia Tech is the perfect opponent to let out frustration with in a first half. The Jackets have played three tournament level teams so far in Iowa, Utah and Marquette. The Jackets were down 11, 13 and 8 in those contests at the break. It should be open sesame through the post for Bacot and Nance, and RJ Davis and Caleb Love are significantly better shooters in home games. The Heels will bust this one wide open early.
Score Prediction: 1H UNC 40 – Georgia Tech 29
Mizzou +3 : The first Best Bet of the day. Mizzou Arena is going to be an absolute mad house this afternoon. The Tigers are on an L7 to KU in this series, and got absolutely boat raced 102-65 last season. However, things are veryyyyyyyyy different this time around. Dennis Gates has already completely transformed the Missouri Basketball program with the transfer portal. The Tigers currently lead the nation with 93 points per game, and rank first in offensive efficiency. Efficient scoring paired with a hostile home crowd could be a special mixture for an upset today. Kansas ranks 52nd in offensive efficiency, and I worry that they could be up against several 8-0, 9-0, 10-0 runs today. This is a gut feel more than anything, but Vegas is also pointing to a Tigers victory. Dumb public money will be on KU -3 against a team that they always punish. Mizzou wins a close one.
Score Prediction: Mizzou 78 – Kansas 75
North Texas -3 : Jovan Blacksher is a game-time decision. If he happens to be out, getting the Mean Green at -3 is a steal. Even if he goes, I really like North Texas in this matchup. The total in this game is 112 (lol), but that is exactly what North Texas likes. They want to be physical and run your shot clock all of the way to zero. Also, Tylor Perry is finally feeling healthy and scored 22 points last time out against UT Arlington. He will be the difference maker in a close one.
Score Prediction: North Texas 59 – Grand Canyon 54
UAB +6 : What an opportunity for Andy Kennedy and the Blazers. With South Carolina having a horrific season, this is UAB’s last chance to get a quality non-conference win added to their resume. There is also an added revenge factor here. The Blazers were leading WVU throughout the entire game last year, before a late collapse in the final three minutes. I had this game at WVU -2.5, so I love the number where it is at. Jelly Walker is the best player on the court, and Jemison had a field day in the post last season against the Mountaineers. 8 offensive rebounds! Do not be shocked if UAB wins this one.
Score Prediction: West Virginia 76 – UAB 74
Arizona -1.5 : The second Best Bet of the day! The Wildcats are going to win this game by double digits. According to a tweet from Jordan Majewski, it is looking likely that Jalen Hood-Schifino will not be able to go today. Jordan is as plugged as it gets in the mystery world of CBB injuries. That is terrible news for the Hoosiers. His presence completely transformed the offense this season, and made Xavier Johnson a better player. However, Johnson has 13 turnovers and only 12 points in the last two games without JHS. He is completely reverting back to his old ways. He desperately needs another ball handler in the lineup with him. The tempo should be up in this one, and I can see Kriisa and Ramey just constantly picking the pocket and getting in the passing lanes from Xavier Johnson. Also, I think Indiana could really struggle with Oumar Ballo in the post. Indiana has springy defenders, but nobody to physically stop Ballo from getting where he wants. I don’t see a path to victory for Indiana today. Cats, big.
Score Prediction: Arizona 82 – Indiana 72
UTRGV -3 : THIRD BEST BET ALERT. As you guys know, I have only had one Best Bet per day this season. Sometimes none. However, I absolutely love these three today. I have to let you guys know when I am loving a play. Can we get to 2-0 ATS with the Vaqueros this season?! You’re damn right. Houston Christian is one of the worst teams in the country in my eyes. Their defense is absolutely horrific. They rank DEAD LAST in the country in defensive efficiency. Matt Figger (Frank Martin tree) will coach circles around Ron Cottrell in this one. Don’t let the Huskies’ offensive figures fool you. They are 0-7 in Division 1 games, and have not been competitive in a single one other than Western Michigan. We know my thoughts about them as well. Justin Johnson will be able to drive and get anywhere he wants tonight. He will push a 30 piece. Easy win for the Vaqueros.
Score Prediction: UTRGV 84 – Houston Christian 74
Best of luck! Let’s snipe this one y’all!!
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