Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Suns, lost to the Clippers, and they play the Magic, Cavs, and Suns next. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123.3 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 115.8 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 23 points and 6 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 20.7 points and 7.4 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.8 rebounds per game.

Indiana Pacers Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers beat the Wizards, lost to the Knicks, and they play the Clippers, Nuggets, and Raptors next. The Indiana Pacers are averaging 115.7 points on 48.8 percent shooting and allowing 115.1 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.7 points and 7.3 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 17.8 points and 3.6 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.6 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.5 rebounds per game.

Why the Indiana Pacers will win

• The Pacers have won four of their last five games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
• The Grizzlies have lost five of their last six road games against Pacers teams that held a winning record.
• The Pacers have covered the spread in each of their last four home games after coming off overtime.
• The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against teams that held a winning record.

Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win

• The favorites have won each of the Pacers’ last 11 games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
• The Pacers have lost each of their last 10 games as underdogs following an overtime win.
• The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last 10 games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games against Grizzlies teams that held a winning record.

Pacers vs Grizzlies Injury Report

The Pacers won’t have Isaiah Jackson.

The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Cam Spencer and Johnny Davis.

Pacers vs Grizzlies Prediction

I’m simply not getting enough points to pull the trigger with the Pacers. The Indiana Pacers entered the break with losses in three of their last five games, and it could’ve been a loss to the Wizards as well, as neither team could get stops. The Grizzlies are too consistent, and they’re 35-19 ATS on the season. The Pacers have failed to cover seven of their last 10 games. The Grizzlies beat the Pacers by 15 points back in December. This line feels like a steal with it being so soft, but I’m not asking any questions. Give me the Grizzlies on the road.

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Boston Celtics Betting Preview

The Boston Celtics beat the Spurs and Heat, and play the Knicks, Raptors, and Pistons next. The Boston Celtics are averaging 117.2 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 108.2 points on 45 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 27 points and 8.7 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22.9 points and 6 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79.3 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.

Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Raptors and Nets, and they play the Nets, Bulls, and Knicks next. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 109.1 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 48.6 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 27.6 points and 6.1 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 24.9 points and 8.5 rebounds. Paul George is the third double-digit scorer and Kelly Oubre Jr. is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39 rebounds per game.

Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win

• The underdogs have won four of the 76ers’ last five games.
• The Celtics have lost five of their last seven games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
• The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 10 games as favorites following a home win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the 76ers’ last eight games at Wells Fargo Center.

Why the Boston Celtics will win

• The Celtics have won 16 of their last 17 games against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
• The 76ers have lost each of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games.
• The Celtics have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games at Wells Fargo Center following a home win.

76ers vs Celtics Injury Report

The 76ers will be without Jared McCain, Justin Edwards, Kyle Lowry, and Eric Gordon.

The Celtics will be without Xavier Tillman due to a knee injury.

76ers vs Celtics Prediction

The Boston Celtics are capable of winning comfortably, but I’ll continue to ride the belief that the break is going to cause some sloppy, funky play. A week off breaks a rhythm. Also, the break allowed a team like the 76ers to get healthier. The Celtics have had issues covering these inflated lines, which has led to a 23-31-1 ATS record. The underdog has covered six of the last 10 games between the Celtics and 76ers, and four of those covers were outright wins. No Embiid or PG on the injury report is a sight for sore eyes. Give me the 76ers and the points.

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Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The Orlando Magic lost to the Hawks, beat the Hornets, and they play the Grizzlies, Wizards, and Cavs next. The Orlando Magic are averaging 104 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 105.5 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Franz Wagner is averaging 25.1 points and 4.9 assists, while Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.5 points and 7.1 rebounds. Jalen Suggs is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Black is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 30.6 percent from beyond the arc and 76.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.6 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Knicks, beat the Magic, and then play the Pistons, Heat, and Thunder next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.7 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.7 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.9 points and 5.4 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Magic have lost each of their last eight games following a win.
• The Hawks have won each of their last four games as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games following a win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the Hawks’ last eight games at State Farm Arena.

Why the Orlando Magic will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have won 24 of their last 30 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have covered the spread in 12 of their last 14 games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.

Hawks vs Magic Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Kobe Bufkin, Larry Nance Jr., and Vit Krejci.

The Magic will be without Moritz Wagner and Jalen Suggs.

Hawks vs Magic Prediction

The Orlando Magic are one of the teams that could benefit most from the break, as they were struggling despite getting healthy. Maybe some time off can help the Magic adjust and get back to being the East contender they looked like in November. I’m still grabbing the bucket with the Hawks, a team that’s won eight of the last 10 games against the Magic. The Magic have also seen 19 of their 29 losses come on the road. The Hawks have covered nine of their last 10 games. Give me the Hawks in a game they could win outright given the history.

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Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Timberwolves and Raptors, and they play the Knicks, Grizzlies, and Magic next. The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 122.5 points on 49.8 percent shooting and allowing 112 points on 45.5 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 23.9 points and 4.8 assists, while Darius Garland is averaging 21.6 points and 6.7 assists. Evan Mobley is the third double-digit scorer and De’Andre Hunter is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 39.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.7 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Hornets and 76ers, and they play the 76ers, Wizards, and Thunder next. The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105 points on 44.1 percent shooting and allowing 111 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24.7 points and 3.6 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 19.1 points and 4.2 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won each of their last nine home games against the Cavaliers following a win.
• The Cavaliers have lost each of their last three games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Nets.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Nets.

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win

• The favorites have won each of the Cavaliers’ last 10 games at Barclays Center.
• The Nets have lost each of their last seven games as underdogs following a home win.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the last four games between the Cavaliers and Nets.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.

Nets vs Cavaliers Injury Report

The Nets will be without Cam Thomas and Noah Clowney.

The Cavs won’t have Dean Wade and JT Thor. Isaac Okoro and Ty Jerome are questionable.

Nets vs Cavaliers Prediction

The Cleveland Cavaliers are capable of blowing the doors off as they’re one of the best teams in the league and are 35-19 ATS on the season. The Cavs blasted the Nets by 29 points back in December. Still, this is a lot of points for two teams coming off the break. Also, the Nets have strung together three straight wins and all of a sudden find themselves in the running for a play-in spot. Maybe the Nets aren’t trying to tank after all? The Nets are also as healthy as they’ve been in a while. The Cavs should win, but it’shard to turn down the points with the Nets given the layoff and the way the Nets entered the break.

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Chicago Bulls Betting Preview

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Pistons and Warriors, and they play the Suns, 76ers, and Clippers next. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116 points on 46.4 percent shooting and allowing 120.7 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Nikola Vucevic is averaging 19.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 18.2 points and 4.5 assists. Ayo Dosunmu is the third double-digit scorer and Josh Giddey is grabbing 7.1 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.

NY Knicks Betting Preview

The NY Knicks beat the Pacers and Hawks, and they play the Cavs, Celtics, and 76ers next. The NY Knicks are averaging 118.4 points on 49.5 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.1 points and 2.8 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.7 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 80.7 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won each of their last nine home games on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• The Bulls have lost eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
• The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
• The favorites have covered the spread in each of the Bulls’ last four games.

Why the Chicago Bulls will win

• The Bulls have won seven of their last eight games as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The Knicks have lost each of their last four games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the Knicks’ last six games.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.

Knicks vs Bulls Injury Report

The Knicks will be without Pacome Dadiet, Michael Robinson, OG Anunoby, Kevin McCullar Jr., and Josh Hart.

The Bulls will be without Patrick Williams and EJ Liddell.

Knicks vs Bulls Prediction

I don’t want to back the Chicago Bulls as much as the next guy, and a Knicks blowout would surprise nobody. However, this is a lot of points for two teams that haven’t played in a week. There’s potential rust on the line, and it’s also a look ahead spot for the Knicks with the Cavs on deck. Also, the Bulls are 2-0 SU and ATS against the Knicks this season. The underdog has also covered eight of the last 10 games between the Bulls and Knicks. The Bulls have 12 wins on the road this season, and the Knicks have seen 10 of their 18 losses come at home. I’ll take a shot with the Bulls and the boatload of points.

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UNC Asheville Bulldogs Betting Preview

The UNC Asheville Bulldogs beat SC Upstate and Charleston Southern, and they play Longwood, Presbyterian, and Winthrop next. The UNC Asheville Bulldogs are averaging 84.4 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 76.1 points on 44.4 percent shooting. Jordan Marsh is averaging 18.8 points and 4.4 rebounds, while Toyaz Solomon is averaging 15.7 points and 7.5 rebounds. Josh Banks is the third double-digit scorer and Fletcher Abee is grabbing 1.9 rebounds. The UNC Asheville Bulldogs are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 70.9 percent from the free throw line. The UNC Asheville Bulldogs are allowing 32.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.5 rebounds per game.

Radford Highlanders Betting Preview

The Radford Highlanders beat Longwood, lost to Winthrop, and they play Presbyterian, Gardner-Webb, and Charleston Southern next. The Radford Highlanders are averaging 74.3 points on 44.9 percent shooting and allowing 71.1 points on 43.7 percent shooting. Jarvis Moss is averaging 13.9 points and 2 assists, while Brandon Maclin is averaging 10.1 points and 4.6 rebounds. Josiah Harris is grabbing 7.1 rebounds and Truth Harris is grabbing 2.2 rebounds. The Radford Highlanders are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 75.7 percent from the free throw line. The Radford Highlanders are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.6 rebounds per game.

Radford vs UNC Asheville Injury Report

Neither Radford nor UNC Asheville have a player listed on its injury report.

Radford vs UNC Asheville Prediction

The Radford Highlanders are getting the benefit of the doubt because they’re at home, where they’re 8-2 SU this season. However, Radford has had issues defensively lately, and it’s led to losses in five of its last eight games. UNC Asheville has won nine of its last 10 games and that includes upset wins over Gardner-Webb, Winthrop, and Presbyterian. UNC Asheville has six road wins on the season and is 6-0 SU and ATS in its last six games against Radford. UNC Asheville beat Radford a few weeks ago, holding the Highlanders to 35 percent shooting. You can argue UNC Asheville is the better team. Give me the free bucket.

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Sam Houston State Bearkats Betting Preview

The Sam Houston State Bearkats beat Jacksonville State and Kennesaw State, and they play Middle Tennessee, LA Tech, and UTEP next. The Sam Houston State Bearkats are averaging 75.7 points on 44.2 percent shooting and allowing 75.9 points on 44.6 percent shooting. Lamar Wilkerson is averaging 19.7 points and 3.8 rebounds, while Cameron Huefner is averaging 14 points and 5.2 rebounds. Marcus Boykin is the third double-digit scorer and Dorian Finister is grabbing 5.7 rebounds. The Sam Houston State Bearkats are shooting 38.3 percent from beyond the arc and 72 percent from the free throw line. The Sam Houston State Bearkats are allowing 34.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.4 rebounds per game.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Betting Preview

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers lost to Jacksonville State and Middle Tennessee, and they play LA Tech, UTEP, and New Mexico State next. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are averaging 77.8 points on 43.2 percent shooting and allowing 75.7 points on 41.4 percent shooting. Don McHenry is averaging 18 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Babacar Faye is averaging 15.2 points and 7.8 rebounds. Julius Thedford is the third double-digit scorer, and Khristian Lander is dishing 2 assists. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 73.2 percent from the free throw line. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are allowing 31.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.6 rebounds per game.

Western Kentucky vs Sam Houston State Injury Report

Western Kentucky will continue to be without Julius Thedford and Babacar Faye. Dorian Finister is questionable for Sam Houston State due to personal reasons.

Western Kentucky vs Sam Houston State Prediction

Sam Houston already lost to Western Kentucky a few weeks ago at home by nine points, and now goes on the road, where it’s 2-12 SU. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are 11-3 SU at home and are a profitable 12-9-2 ATS on the season. Sam Houston is 6-17 ATS on the season, which includes failed covers in seven of its last 10 games. You can make a strong argument that Western Kentucky should be bigger favorites. I’ll side with WKU and the reasonable chalk.

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NC State Wolfpack Betting Preview

The NC State Wolfpack lost to Louisville, beat Boston College, and they play Wake Forest, Syracuse, and Georgia Tech next. The NC State Wolfpack are averaging 69.5 points on 42.9 percent shooting and allowing 68.7 points on 44.6 percent shooting. Marcus Hill is averaging 12.6 points and 4.2 rebounds, while Jayden Taylor is averaging 11.8 points and 3 rebounds. Dontrez Styles is dishing 0.4 assists and Ben Middlebrooks is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The NC State Wolfpack are shooting 31.5 percent from beyond the arc and 71.4 percent from the free throw line. The NC State Wolfpack are allowing 33.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29.8 rebounds per game.

North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Preview

The North Carolina Tar Heels beat Syracuse, lost to Clemson, and they play Virginia, Florida State, and Miami next. The North Carolina Tar Heels are averaging 80.3 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 76.8 points on 43.1 percent shooting. RJ Davis is averaging 17.3 points and 3.8 rebounds, while Ian Jackson is averaging 13.7 points and 3.3 rebounds. Seth Trimble is the third double-digit scorer and Elliot Cadeau is grabbing 3.1 rebounds. The North Carolina Tar Heels are shooting 33 percent from beyond the arc and 73.4 percent from the free throw line. The North Carolina Tar Heels are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.5 rebounds per game.

North Carolina vs NC State Injury Report

North Carolina doesn’t have a player listed on its injury report. NC State will continue to be without Mike James due to a knee injury.

North Carolina vs NC State Prediction

It’s hard to make a case for NC State, a team that’s lost nine of its last 10 games. However, I’m not sure what North Carolina has done to be a near double-digit favorite. This has been an underachieving season for the Tar Heels, and they’re 7-18-1 ATS on the season. NC State is coming off a respectable performance against Boston College, and we can’t ignore this is a rivalry game where you’re going to get the best effort from both sides. The meeting a month ago was decided by two points. The underdog has covered the last three games between North Carolina and NC State. Give me the points with the Wolfpack.

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Furman Paladins Betting Preview

The Furman Paladins lost to UNC Greensboro, beat Mercer, and they play VMI, The Citadel, and Wofford next. The Furman Paladins are averaging 76.3 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 64.9 points on 40.5 percent shooting. PJay Smith Jr. is averaging 16.2 points and 3.6 assists, while Nick Anderson is averaging 13.8 points and 2.1 rebounds. Garrett Hien is grabbing 4.9 rebounds and Cooper Bowser is dishing 1.9 assists. The Furman Paladins are shooting 35 percent from beyond the arc and 67.5 percent from the free throw line. The Furman Paladins are allowing 27.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.1 rebounds per game.

Samford Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Samford Bulldogs lost to Chattanooga, beat Wofford, and they play Western Carolina, VMI, and UNC Greensboro next. The Samford Bulldogs are averaging 82.6 points on 46.5 percent shooting and allowing 72.9 points on 43.6 percent shooting. Trey Fort is averaging 14.1 points and 3.7 rebounds, while Jaden Brownell is averaging 13.3 points and 4 rebounds. Rylan Jones is the third double-digit scorer and Collin Holloway is grabbing 5.2 rebounds. The Samford Bulldogs are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 71.3 percent from the free throw line. The Samford Bulldogs are allowing 32 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.5 rebounds per game.

Samford vs Furman Injury Report

Neither Samford nor Furman have a player listed on its injury report.

Samford vs Furman Prediction

This is a revenge spot for the Samford Bulldogs after losing to Furman three weeks ago by two points on the road. Furman has seen five of its eight losses this season come on the road. Samford has been shaky these last few weeks, but a big road win over Wofford could be what’s needed to right the ship. Samford has covered five of its last seven games as a favorite. With the more efficient offense, Samford should bounce back and get a nice home win and cover.

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St. John’s Red Storm Betting Preview

The St. John’s Red Storm beat Creighton, lost to Villanova, and they play UCONN, Butler, and Seton Hall next. The St. John’s Red Storm are averaging 78.2 points on 44.7 percent shooting and allowing 65.7 points on 40 percent shooting. RJ Luis Jr. is averaging 17.6 points and 7.2 rebounds, while Zuby Ejiofor is averaging 13.9 points and 1.3 assists. Kadary Richmond is the third double-digit scorer and Deivon Smith is dishing 4 assists. The St. John’s Red Storm are shooting 29.3 percent from beyond the arc and 68.1 percent from the free throw line. The St. John’s Red Storm are allowing 33.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.2 rebounds per game.

DePaul Blue Demons Betting Preview

The DePaul Blue Demons lost to Marquette and Xavier, and they play Butler, Creighton, and Providence next. The DePaul Blue Demons are averaging 72.8 points on 44.2 percent shooting and allowing 73.2 points on 45 percent shooting. CJ Gunn is averaging 12.3 points and 3.7 rebounds, while Jacob Meyer is averaging 10.9 points and 3.2 rebounds. Isaiah Rivera is dishing 1.3 assists and NJ Benson is grabbing 6.1 rebounds. The DePaul Blue Demons are shooting 34.1 percent from beyond the arc and 70.3 percent from the free throw line. The DePaul Blue Demons are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.5 rebounds per game.

DePaul vs St. John’s Injury Report

NJ Benson is questionable for DePaul with a hand injury. St. John’s will continue to be without Brady Dunlap due to an abdominal injury.

DePaul vs St. John’s Prediction

I considered DePaul and the points at home where it’s seen 10 of its 11 wins this season come, but I just couldn’t get there. St. John’s has been one of the more balanced and consistent teams in the country and is a profitable 15-10-1 ATS on the season. St. John’s beat DePaul by 28 points back in December, and has won eight of the last 10 games against the Blue Demons. The favorite is 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 games between DePaul and St. Johns. DePaul’s inability to string together stops is likely going to be the downfall in this spot. Give me St. John’s in another comfortable win over DePaul.

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Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Gonzaga Bulldogs beat San Francisco and Pepperdine, and they play Saint Mary’s, Santa Clara, and San Francisco next. The Gonzaga Bulldogs are averaging 88 points on 49.9 percent shooting and allowing 69.7 points on 41.1 percent shooting. Graham Ike is averaging 16.7 points and 1.4 assists, while Khalif Battle is averaging 13.1 points and 3.5 rebounds. Braden Huff is the third double-digit scorer and Ryan Nembhard is grabbing 3.1 rebounds. The Gonzaga Bulldogs are shooting 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 79.9 percent from the free throw line. The Gonzaga Bulldogs are allowing 29.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.9 rebounds per game.

Washington State Cougars Betting Preview

The Washington State Cougars lost to Saint Mary’s, beat Pepperdine, and they play Santa Clara, San Diego, and Pepperdine next. The Washington State Cougars are averaging 78.1 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 76.3 points on 44.5 percent shooting. Cedric Coward is averaging 17.7 points and 3.7 assists, while Nate Calmese is averaging 15.8 points and 3.1 rebounds. LeJuan Watts is the third double-digit scorer and Dane Erikstrup is grabbing 4.3 rebounds. The Washington State Cougars are shooting 35.9 percent from beyond the arc and 70.7 percent from the free throw line. The Washington State Cougars are allowing 1.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.1 rebounds per game.

Washington State vs Gonzaga Injury Report

Washington State will be without Cedric Coward and Marcus Wilson. Gonzaga will continue to be without Steele Venters due to an Achilles injury.

Washington State vs Gonzaga Prediction

The Gonzaga Bulldogs are obviously the better team, capable of another blowout, as they beat the Cougars by 13 points about a month ago. However, Gonzaga has failed to cover seven of its last 10 games and is 10-17 ATS on the season. Gonzaga keeps getting these inflated numbers and isn’t cashing tickets. Gonzaga is 5-11 ATS in its last 16 games as a double-digit favorite. You can think whatever you want about Washington State, but I’m not laying big numbers with Gonzaga. Give me the points with Washington State at home.

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Seton Hall Pirates Betting Preview

The Seton Hall Pirates lost to Georgetown, beat UCONN, and they play Xavier, Villanova, and St. John’s next. The Seton Hall Pirates are averaging 62.7 points on 40 percent shooting and allowing 69.4 points on 45.8 percent shooting. Isaiah Coleman is averaging 15.3 points and 1.6 assists, while Chaunce Jenkins is averaging 11.4 points and 3.9 rebounds. Dylan Addae-Wusu is dishing 2.9 assists and Prince Aligbe is grabbing 3.4 rebounds. The Seton Hall Pirates are shooting 32.2 percent from beyond the arc and 67.5 percent from the free throw line. The Seton Hall Pirates are allowing 35.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 28.9 rebounds per game.

Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Preview

The Marquette Golden Eagles lost to Creighton, beat DePaul, and they play Villanova, Providence, and Georgetown next. The Marquette Golden Eagles are averaging 77.2 points on 44 percent shooting and allowing 67.5 points on 44.3 percent shooting. Kam Jones is averaging 19.2 points and 4.4 rebounds, while David Joplin is averaging 14.1 points and 5.4 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell is the third double-digit scorer and Chase Ross is grabbing 4.1 rebounds. The Marquette Golden Eagles are shooting 32.1 percent from beyond the arc and 72.9 percent from the free throw line. The Marquette Golden Eagles are allowing 31 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.6 rebounds per game.

Marquette vs Seton Hall Injury Report

Marquette will be without Sean Jones and Al Amadou. Seton Hall will be without Chance Jenkins and Zion Harmon, while Gus Yalden is questionable with an ankle injury.

Marquette vs Seton Hall Prediction

The Marquette Golden Eagles are the more trustworthy team with health on their side, and they’re 12-2 SU at home. Marquette beat Seton Hall by 17 points on the road a few weeks ago. With all that said, Marquette has had issues covering these inflated lines and is now 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games. Also, Seton Hall just beat UConn as a 13.5-point underdog, easily its biggest win in recent memory. Was it a fluke? Who knows… It’s still enough to give Seton Hall a look in the big underdog role against a Marquette side that can’t cover numbers. Give me Seton Hall and the points.

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Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Preview

The Nevada Wolf Pack beat San Jose State and Fresno State, and they play Boise State, Wyoming, and UNLV next. The Nevada Wolf Pack are averaging 73.4 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 67.2 points on 42.9 percent shooting. Nick Davidson is averaging 16 points and 6.2 rebounds, while Kobe Sanders is averaging 14.4 points and 3.6 rebounds. Justin McBride is dishing 0.6 assists and Xavier DuSell is grabbing 1.6 rebounds. The Nevada Wolf Pack are shooting 36.9 percent from beyond the arc and 68.8 percent from the free throw line. The Nevada Wolf Pack are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.2 rebounds per game.

Colorado State Rams Betting Preview

The Colorado State Rams beat Wyoming, lost to Utah State, and they play UNLV, Air Force, and Utah State next. The Colorado State Rams are averaging 74.5 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 68.8 points on 42.5 percent shooting. Nique Clifford is averaging 17.9 points and 10.1 rebounds, while Jalen Lake is averaging 11.6 points and 3 rebounds. Rashaan Mbemba is dishing 1.1 assists and Kyan Evans is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Colorado State Rams are shooting 33.8 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free throw line. The Colorado State Rams are allowing 35.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.8 rebounds per game.

Colorado State vs Nevada Injury Report

Kyle Jorgensen is questionable for Colorado State with a concussion. Nevada will be without Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams, while Daniel Foster and Chuck Bailey III are questionable.

Colorado State vs Nevada Prediction

The Colorado State Rams are always a tough out at home and this season is no different where they’ve seen 11 of their 16 wins come. Colorado State also beat Nevada back in December. However, you can argue Nevada is the better team overall, with a more efficient offense and a defense that defends slightly better as well. Nevada is also playing some of its best ball of the season, which includes a 4-0 SU and ATS record in its last four games. Nevada has allowed less than 70 points in each of its last six games. This should be a tight one. Give me Nevada and the points.

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South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

The South Carolina Gamecocks lost to Florida and Ole Miss, and they play Texas, Missouri, and Arkansas next. The South Carolina Gamecocks are averaging 69.7 points on 43 percent shooting and allowing 70.5 points on 44.8 percent shooting. Collin Murray-Boyles is averaging 15.5 points and 8.4 rebounds, while Jamarii Thomas is averaging 12.8 points and 3.2 assists. Nick Pringle is dishing 1.2 assists and Zachary Davis is grabbing 4.4 rebounds. The South Carolina Gamecocks are shooting 32.2 percent from beyond the arc and 69.5 percent from the free throw line. The South Carolina Gamecocks are allowing 35.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.5 rebounds per game.

LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The LSU Tigers lost to Arkansas, beat Oklahoma, and they play Florida, Tennessee, and Mississippi State next. The LSU Tigers are averaging 76.4 points on 45.5 percent shooting and allowing 72.4 points on 41.1 percent shooting. Cam Carter is averaging 17.3 points and 4.1 rebounds, while Jordan Sears is averaging 12.8 points and 3 rebounds. Jalen Reed is the third double-digit scorer and Vyctorius Miller is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The LSU Tigers are shooting 31.2 percent from beyond the arc and 72.8 percent from the free throw line. The LSU Tigers are allowing 31.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34 rebounds per game.

LSU vs South Carolina Injury Report

LSU will continue to be without Jalen Reed and Tyrell Ward. South Carolina will be without Myles Stute due to a leg injury.

LSU vs South Carolina Prediction

The LSU Tigers aren’t a world-beater and have issues of their own, but we’re laying less than a full bucket to fade a South Carolina team that hasn’t won a game since December 30. LSU is coming off a huge upset road win over Oklahoma, which is the type of win that could lead to a strong finish these next couple of weeks. LSU has seen 10 of its 13 wins this season come at home. South Carolina has shown nothing during this insane losing stretch to give confidence to bettors. Give me LSU and the surprisingly small chalk.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Preview

The Texas Tech Red Raiders beat Arizona State and Oklahoma State, and they play West Virginia, Houston, and Kansas next. The Texas Tech Red Raiders are averaging 82.4 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 67.1 points on 42.1 percent shooting. JT Toppin is averaging 17.2 points and 1 assist, while Chance McMillian is averaging 15 points and 4.3 rebounds. Darrion Williams is the third double-digit scorer and Christian Anderson is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Texas Tech Red Raiders are shooting 38.4 percent from beyond the arc and 76.7 percent from the free throw line. The Texas Tech Red Raiders are allowing 32.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.3 rebounds per game.

TCU Horned Frogs Betting Preview

The TCU Horned Frogs beat Oklahoma State and Arizona State, and they play Cincinnati, West Virginia, and UCF next. The TCU Horned Frogs are averaging 68.2 points on 42.3 percent shooting and allowing 68.1 points on 44 percent shooting. Noah Reynolds is averaging 12.8 points and 2.3 rebounds, while Vasean Allette is averaging 11.8 points and 4.1 rebounds. Frankie Collins is the third double-digit scorer and Trazarien White is dishing 0.8 assists. The TCU Horned Frogs are shooting 30.5 percent from beyond the arc and 64.8 percent from the free throw line. The TCU Horned Frogs are allowing 31 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.8 rebounds per game.

TCU vs Texas Tech Injury Report

TCU will be without Frankie Collins due to a foot injury. Texas Tech will be without Jazz Henderson and Devan Cambridge, while Eemeli Yalaho is questionable.

TCU vs Texas Tech Prediction

The TCU Horned Frogs have had issues stepping up in competition this season, and they’re 1-4 ATS in their last five games as an underdog. Texas Tech beat TCU by 14 points a couple of weeks ago. TCU is 9-16 ATS on the season overall. Texas Tech has won six of its seven road games, and TCU just doesn’t have the offensive firepower to hang with the Red Raiders. If Texas Tech continues to make shots, TCU won’t be able to keep up, similar to the first meeting. The line is reasonable. I’ll roll with Texas Tech in a strong road victory. 

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Houston Cougars Betting Preview

The Houston Cougars beat Baylor and Arizona, and they play Iowa State, Texas Tech, and Cincinnati next. The Houston Cougars are averaging 75.2 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 57.3 points on 38.1 percent shooting. LJ Cryer is averaging 14.3 points and 1.9 rebounds, while Emanuel Sharp is averaging 11.8 points and 2.8 rebounds. J’Wan Roberts is the third double-digit scorer and Milos Uzan is grabbing 3.2 rebounds. The Houston Cougars are shooting 39.1 percent from beyond the arc and 72.5 percent from the free throw line. The Houston Cougars are allowing 31.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.4 rebounds per game.

Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Preview

The Arizona State Sun Devils lost to TCU and Texas Tech, and they play Kansas State, BYU, and Utah next. The Arizona State Sun Devils are averaging 74.3 points on 44 percent shooting and allowing 74.2 points on 42.4 percent shooting. BJ Freeman is averaging 13.5 points and 2.6 assists, while Alston Mason is averaging 12.4 points and 2.6 rebounds. Basheer Jihad is the third double-digit scorer and Joson Sanon is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Arizona State Sun Devils are shooting 35.7 percent from beyond the arc and 71.6 percent from the free throw line. The Arizona State Sun Devils are allowing 30.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.4 rebounds per game.

Arizona State vs Houston Injury Report

Arizona State will be without Austin Nunez, while Jayden Quaintance is questionable with an ankle injury. Houston will be without Ramon Walker Jr. due to a hand injury.

Arizona State vs Houston Prediction

I considered Arizona State and the points, but I just couldn’t do it. Arizona State has lost eight of its last 10 games, and the offense has taken a backseat in these losses. Arizona State also lost games it should’ve won, including games against TCU, Kansas State, and UCF, games in which the Sun Devils were favored. The Houston Cougars are one of the more balanced teams in the country, and this will be a beatdown if ASU doesn’t get its act together. Houston is also undefeated on the road through seven games. Give me Houston in a double-digit road victory.

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Syracuse Orange Betting Preview

The Syracuse Orange lost to Miami and North Carolina, and they play NC State, Virginia Tech, and SMU next. The Syracuse Orange are averaging 74.9 points on 45.1 percent shooting and allowing 78.6 points on 45.7 percent shooting. JJ Starling is averaging 18.7 points and 3.9 rebounds, while Donnie Freeman is averaging 13.4 points and 1.4 assists. Eddie Lampkin Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Chris Bell is dishing 0.5 assists. The Syracuse Orange are shooting 32 percent from beyond the arc and 70.3 percent from the free throw line. The Syracuse Orange are allowing 34.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.3 rebounds per game.

Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Preview

The Pittsburgh Panthers lost to SMU, beat Miami, and they play Notre Dame, Georgia Tech, and Louisville next. The Pittsburgh Panthers are averaging 77.2 points on 45.7 percent shooting and allowing 71.1 points on 43.9 percent shooting. Jaland Lowe is averaging 16.5 points and 5.3 assists, while Ishmael Leggett is averaging 16.1 points and 5.9 rebounds. Cameron Cohen is the third double-digit scorer and Damian Dunn is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Pittsburgh Panthers are shooting 35.3 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free throw line. The Pittsburgh Panthers are allowing 34.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.1 rebounds per game.

Pittsburgh vs Syracuse Injury Report

Syracuse will be without Donnie Freeman, while Chance Westry is questionable. Pittsburgh will be without Damian Dunn, while Jaland Lowe is questionable.

Pittsburgh vs Syracuse Prediction

The Pittsburgh Panthers are the better team, they’re at home, and they beat Syracuse on the road last month. It makes sense Pitt is favored. The problem is, Pittsburgh is 3-7 SU and ATS in its last 10 games. We saw Pittsburgh lose earlier this month to Virginia as a double-digit favorite. Syracuse has issues of its own and isn’t winning, but the Orange have covered seven of their last nine games. Syracuse beat Cal earlier this month on the road as a big underdog. Down year for Syracuse or not, this is still a rivalry game between two prideful ACC teams. Give me Syracuse and the points.

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Loyola-Chicago Ramblers Betting Preview

The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers beat Richmond and Saint Louis, and they play Dayton, George Washington, and Saint Louis next. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are averaging 73.8 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 68.8 points on 42.6 percent shooting. Jayden Dawson is averaging 13 points and 1.8 assists, while Des Watson is averaging 12.7 points and 3.7 rebounds. Sheldon Edwards Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Miles Rubin is grabbing 5.4 rebounds. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are shooting 35.5 percent from beyond the arc and 67.2 percent from the free throw line. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.2 rebounds per game.

Davidson Wildcats Betting Preview

The Davidson Wildcats beat UMass, lost to George Washington, and they play Fordham, Saint Louis, and VCU next. The Davidson Wildcats are averaging 74.2 points on 46.4 percent shooting and allowing 70.3 points on 44.6 percent shooting. Reed Bailey is averaging 19.9 points and 6.3 rebounds, while Bobby Durkin is averaging 15 points and 2 assists. Connor Kochera is the third double-digit scorer and Zach Laput is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Davidson Wildcats are shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc and 74.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Davidson Wildcats are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.6 rebounds per game.

Davidson vs Loyola-Chicago Injury Report

Davidson doesn’t have a player listed on its injury report. Loyola-Chicago will be without Justin Moore due to a leg injury.

Davidson vs Loyola Chicago Prediction

The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are probably the more talented team, and they’re more trustworthy on the defensive side. However, Davidson is 11-3 SU at home this season and the Wildcats are kind of due for a bounce-back performance, with those three losses coming in their last four tries. This is a big game in terms of the standings in the Atlantic 10 and Davidson can’t afford to remain in this funk. Give me Davidson and the small chalk. 

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Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks Betting Preview

The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks lost to Norfolk State and Howard, and they play NC Central, SC State, and Morgan State next. The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks are averaging 67.1 points on 42.7 percent shooting and allowing 79.2 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Ketron Shaw is averaging 18 points and 5.6 rebounds, while Evan Johnson is averaging 13 points and 2.5 rebounds. Christopher Flippin is the third double-digit scorer, and Kyrell Shaw is dishing 1.5 assists. The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks are shooting 31.6 percent from beyond the arc and 64.8 percent from the free throw line. The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks are allowing 32.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29.5 rebounds per game.

Howard Bison Betting Preview

The Howard Bison beat Maryland Eastern Shore, lost to Delaware State, and they play Morgan State, Coppin State, and NC Central next. The Howard Bison are averaging 78.4 points on 47.7 percent shooting and allowing 79.6 points on 46.4 percent shooting. Blake Harper is averaging 18.9 points and 6.5 rebounds, while Marcus Dockery is averaging 17.2 points and 2.2 assists. Cameron Shockley-Okeke is the third double-digit scorer and Bryce Harris is dishing 1.1 assists. The Howard Bison are shooting 39.1 percent from beyond the arc and 74.2 percent from the free throw line. The Howard Bison are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.3 rebounds per game.

Howard vs Maryland-Eastern Shore Injury Report

Maryland-Eastern Shore doesn’t have a player listed on its injury report. Howard will continue to be without Bryce Harris and Ose Okojie.

Howard vs MD Eastern Shore Prediction

The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks look like a team that’s thrown in the towel on the season, with losses in nine of their last 10 games. Maryland-Eastern Shore has failed to cover seven of its last nine games. The Howard Bison have seen seven of their nine wins come at home, and they beat Maryland-Eastern Shore on the road last week by 20 points. There’s just no getting behind Maryland-Eastern Shore. Give me Howard in another blowout win. I’ll lay the chalk on Monday afternoon.

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Coppin State Eagles Betting Preview

The Coppin State Eagles lost to NC Central, beat Maryland Eastern Shore, and they play Norfolk State, Howard, and Delaware State next. The Coppin State Eagles are averaging 60.5 points on 38.4 percent shooting and allowing 76.9 points on 49.2 percent shooting. Derrius Ward is averaging 12.4 points and 5 rebounds, while Toby Nnadozie is averaging 12.2 points and 3.6 rebounds. Jonathan Dunn is the third double-digit scorer and Julius Ellerbe III is dishing 2.4 assists. The Coppin State Eagles are shooting 27.5 percent from beyond the arc and 67.1 percent from the free throw line. The Coppin State Eagles are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 27.2 rebounds per game.

South Carolina State Bulldogs Betting Preview

The South Carolina State Bulldogs beat Howard and Morgan State, and they play Delaware State, Maryland Eastern Shore, and Norfolk State next. The South Carolina State Bulldogs are averaging 78.5 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 70.3 points on 44 percent shooting. Drayton Jones is averaging 12.7 points and 5.5 rebounds, while Omar Croskey is averaging 11.2 points and 3.2 rebounds. Wilson Dubinsky is dishing 1 assist and Davion Everett is grabbing 4.5 rebounds. The South Carolina State Bulldogs are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 68 percent from the free throw line. The South Carolina State Bulldogs are allowing 30.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32 rebounds per game.

South Carolina State vs Coppin State Injury Report

Neither South Carolina State nor Coppin State have a player listed on its injury report.

SC State vs Coppin State Prediction

The South Carolina State Bulldogs are the better team with the better offense, so they should be big favorites. South Carolina State already beat Coppin State a month ago on the road and is 6-2 SU at home this season. However, South Carolina State isn’t a great team, and laying this sort of number feels strange. Also, we’ve seen Coppin State cover back-to-back games, which includes an upset over Maryland-Eastern Shore. Coppin State also beat North Carolina Central in the big underdog role previously. Coppin State has games here and there where it puts together a decent effort. Give me the points with the inflated line. 

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