I am from Pittsburgh and follow them faithfully and there is NO WAY in he-ll that they lose SU tomorrow. I think they win and cover no doubt in my mind. And I think Gonzaga is in trouble in the next round when they play Pitt as well. remember this post on Saturday when they beat zaga. For once the Zags are the favorite coming into the tourney unlike past years when they were always a sleeper. Don't think they will handle the pressure well. They should no doubt win the first game but will lose against Pitt.
I am from Pittsburgh and follow them faithfully and there is NO WAY in he-ll that they lose SU tomorrow. I think they win and cover no doubt in my mind. And I think Gonzaga is in trouble in the next round when they play Pitt as well. remember this post on Saturday when they beat zaga. For once the Zags are the favorite coming into the tourney unlike past years when they were always a sleeper. Don't think they will handle the pressure well. They should no doubt win the first game but will lose against Pitt.
4 Plays for tomorrow and Mac, you are right on, Davidson is the PLAY of the FIRST ROUND, they Win Straight Up!!
Bucknell +3.5
This Bucknell team has all kinds of experience, from NIT last season when they upset Arizona on the road in the first round to the first round loss to Georgetown in March of 2011 in the NCAA tournament. Their key players have experience from both postseasons and this season they look like a dark horse that can surprise people. They lost 5 games all season long, 4 of them by 3 points or less. Their resume has a road win @ Purdue, easy win against WAC champs New Mexico State, and very solid Kent State and La Salle teams, as well as a 2 point loss @ Missouri. Butler Bulldogs played way over their heads during the A10 tournament. They are now playing an early Thursday game after playing three games in as many days last week. They looked like Butler of old earlier this season but then regressed as the season progressed. They were 5-8-1 ATS in last 14 games after starting the season with a 13-5 ATS record in first 18 games played.
Davidson +3.5
Play of the first round
Best team coming out of SoCon in several years. Not because of their 17 game win streak but because of their experience and depth. Solid out of conference performance with wins over WVA, Vandy, Richmond and Montana, and halftime tie at Duke. They also covered as road dogs at New Mexico in a game in which they had a 14 points lead at the half. This same group of guys lost by only 7 against Louisville last season. They are much better this season and they got a much easier draw. Marquette was good for two wins in the NCAA tournament last two seasons but key players from those teams are not there any more. They are not in good form as they closed their season with 3 ATS losses in a row and an early exit in the Big East conference tournament blowing a big early lead against Notre Dame in that game. I expect an upset here.
South Dakota State +11
Michigan is only 6-6 in February and March (2-10 ATS) while South Dakota State rediscovered their form late in the season winning their last 4 games including all three in the Summit Conference Tournament. The Jackrabbits have almost everyone back from last year team that lost by only 8 against Baylor. Their resume is once again filled with some nice games, like a 3 points loss (ATS cover) at Alabama, road wins at Montana and at New Mexico (both Montana and New Mexico only home losses of the season) and a 3-0 ATS sweep against North Dakota State, their biggest Summit rivals. Small play because of the venue (A.Hills, Michigan).
Harvard +11
New Mexico overused their starters big time during the MWC tournament. They had a losing regular season ATS record (6-7-1) against OOC opponents this season, compared to a very good 9-4 ATS record last season. Much more is expected from them this season than last season. That is the situation where teams like New Mexico usually fail. They made some noise in the tournament last season, and then they had a great regular season this year, so it is natural to expect a lot from them during the NCAA Tournament. Unfortunately for their backers, the Lobos got a very tough first round opponent that proved on many occasions this season that they can play against solid opposition. Harvard went 6-1 ATS as underdogs against OOC teams this season and the teams they faced were not bad at all ( Memphis, St.Marys, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts and B.C.).
4 Plays for tomorrow and Mac, you are right on, Davidson is the PLAY of the FIRST ROUND, they Win Straight Up!!
Bucknell +3.5
This Bucknell team has all kinds of experience, from NIT last season when they upset Arizona on the road in the first round to the first round loss to Georgetown in March of 2011 in the NCAA tournament. Their key players have experience from both postseasons and this season they look like a dark horse that can surprise people. They lost 5 games all season long, 4 of them by 3 points or less. Their resume has a road win @ Purdue, easy win against WAC champs New Mexico State, and very solid Kent State and La Salle teams, as well as a 2 point loss @ Missouri. Butler Bulldogs played way over their heads during the A10 tournament. They are now playing an early Thursday game after playing three games in as many days last week. They looked like Butler of old earlier this season but then regressed as the season progressed. They were 5-8-1 ATS in last 14 games after starting the season with a 13-5 ATS record in first 18 games played.
Davidson +3.5
Play of the first round
Best team coming out of SoCon in several years. Not because of their 17 game win streak but because of their experience and depth. Solid out of conference performance with wins over WVA, Vandy, Richmond and Montana, and halftime tie at Duke. They also covered as road dogs at New Mexico in a game in which they had a 14 points lead at the half. This same group of guys lost by only 7 against Louisville last season. They are much better this season and they got a much easier draw. Marquette was good for two wins in the NCAA tournament last two seasons but key players from those teams are not there any more. They are not in good form as they closed their season with 3 ATS losses in a row and an early exit in the Big East conference tournament blowing a big early lead against Notre Dame in that game. I expect an upset here.
South Dakota State +11
Michigan is only 6-6 in February and March (2-10 ATS) while South Dakota State rediscovered their form late in the season winning their last 4 games including all three in the Summit Conference Tournament. The Jackrabbits have almost everyone back from last year team that lost by only 8 against Baylor. Their resume is once again filled with some nice games, like a 3 points loss (ATS cover) at Alabama, road wins at Montana and at New Mexico (both Montana and New Mexico only home losses of the season) and a 3-0 ATS sweep against North Dakota State, their biggest Summit rivals. Small play because of the venue (A.Hills, Michigan).
Harvard +11
New Mexico overused their starters big time during the MWC tournament. They had a losing regular season ATS record (6-7-1) against OOC opponents this season, compared to a very good 9-4 ATS record last season. Much more is expected from them this season than last season. That is the situation where teams like New Mexico usually fail. They made some noise in the tournament last season, and then they had a great regular season this year, so it is natural to expect a lot from them during the NCAA Tournament. Unfortunately for their backers, the Lobos got a very tough first round opponent that proved on many occasions this season that they can play against solid opposition. Harvard went 6-1 ATS as underdogs against OOC teams this season and the teams they faced were not bad at all ( Memphis, St.Marys, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts and B.C.).
Mac, you are another stud on here with lots of class...
GREAT LUCK in these games...Davidson is a great choice, tough one, Marquette is a disrespected team, they lost early in Big East tourney which bothers me here, this team has athletes and Gardner, its all about 1 stat....Cadugan...if he turns ball over more than twice in the 1st half...go with Davidson on a live bet or at half..to win SU...that is how I am going with it, Cadugan is the KEY to the Marquette team, if rattle him you rattle the team, Davidson, great coach, enough said, seniors with experience, shoot well and played nice vs. Top teams, I can understand the choice completely, but something about playing Big East competition and something bothers me about disrespect, Buzz is not someone that is talked about much but the guy has a strong record and strong teams, neutral site...Davidson is a very good choice here...may lose but not by much..I will wait for Live action
Mac, you are another stud on here with lots of class...
GREAT LUCK in these games...Davidson is a great choice, tough one, Marquette is a disrespected team, they lost early in Big East tourney which bothers me here, this team has athletes and Gardner, its all about 1 stat....Cadugan...if he turns ball over more than twice in the 1st half...go with Davidson on a live bet or at half..to win SU...that is how I am going with it, Cadugan is the KEY to the Marquette team, if rattle him you rattle the team, Davidson, great coach, enough said, seniors with experience, shoot well and played nice vs. Top teams, I can understand the choice completely, but something about playing Big East competition and something bothers me about disrespect, Buzz is not someone that is talked about much but the guy has a strong record and strong teams, neutral site...Davidson is a very good choice here...may lose but not by much..I will wait for Live action
I am from Pittsburgh and follow them faithfully and there is NO WAY in he-ll that they lose SU tomorrow. I think they win and cover no doubt in my mind. And I think Gonzaga is in trouble in the next round when they play Pitt as well. remember this post on Saturday when they beat zaga. For once the Zags are the favorite coming into the tourney unlike past years when they were always a sleeper. Don't think they will handle the pressure well. They should no doubt win the first game but will lose against Pitt.
I think Pitt will beat the Zags as well, however the Shockers will be no easy out.
I am from Pittsburgh and follow them faithfully and there is NO WAY in he-ll that they lose SU tomorrow. I think they win and cover no doubt in my mind. And I think Gonzaga is in trouble in the next round when they play Pitt as well. remember this post on Saturday when they beat zaga. For once the Zags are the favorite coming into the tourney unlike past years when they were always a sleeper. Don't think they will handle the pressure well. They should no doubt win the first game but will lose against Pitt.
I think Pitt will beat the Zags as well, however the Shockers will be no easy out.
4 Plays for tomorrow and Mac, you are right on, Davidson is the PLAY of the FIRST ROUND, they Win Straight Up!!
Bucknell +3.5
This Bucknell team has all kinds of experience, from NIT last season when they upset Arizona on the road in the first round to the first round loss to Georgetown in March of 2011 in the NCAA tournament. Their key players have experience from both postseasons and this season they look like a dark horse that can surprise people. They lost 5 games all season long, 4 of them by 3 points or less. Their resume has a road win @ Purdue, easy win against WAC champs New Mexico State, and very solid Kent State and La Salle teams, as well as a 2 point loss @ Missouri. Butler Bulldogs played way over their heads during the A10 tournament. They are now playing an early Thursday game after playing three games in as many days last week. They looked like Butler of old earlier this season but then regressed as the season progressed. They were 5-8-1 ATS in last 14 games after starting the season with a 13-5 ATS record in first 18 games played.
Davidson +3.5
Play of the first round
Best team coming out of SoCon in several years. Not because of their 17 game win streak but because of their experience and depth. Solid out of conference performance with wins over WVA, Vandy, Richmond and Montana, and halftime tie at Duke. They also covered as road dogs at New Mexico in a game in which they had a 14 points lead at the half. This same group of guys lost by only 7 against Louisville last season. They are much better this season and they got a much easier draw. Marquette was good for two wins in the NCAA tournament last two seasons but key players from those teams are not there any more. They are not in good form as they closed their season with 3 ATS losses in a row and an early exit in the Big East conference tournament blowing a big early lead against Notre Dame in that game. I expect an upset here.
South Dakota State +11
Michigan is only 6-6 in February and March (2-10 ATS) while South Dakota State rediscovered their form late in the season winning their last 4 games including all three in the Summit Conference Tournament. The Jackrabbits have almost everyone back from last year team that lost by only 8 against Baylor. Their resume is once again filled with some nice games, like a 3 points loss (ATS cover) at Alabama, road wins at Montana and at New Mexico (both Montana and New Mexico only home losses of the season) and a 3-0 ATS sweep against North Dakota State, their biggest Summit rivals. Small play because of the venue (A.Hills, Michigan).
Harvard +11
New Mexico overused their starters big time during the MWC tournament. They had a losing regular season ATS record (6-7-1) against OOC opponents this season, compared to a very good 9-4 ATS record last season. Much more is expected from them this season than last season. That is the situation where teams like New Mexico usually fail. They made some noise in the tournament last season, and then they had a great regular season this year, so it is natural to expect a lot from them during the NCAA Tournament. Unfortunately for their backers, the Lobos got a very tough first round opponent that proved on many occasions this season that they can play against solid opposition. Harvard went 6-1 ATS as underdogs against OOC teams this season and the teams they faced were not bad at all ( Memphis, St.Marys, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts and B.C.).
Great writeups, strategic spots you are striking on. I am along on the ride for 3 of these! Lets cash!
4 Plays for tomorrow and Mac, you are right on, Davidson is the PLAY of the FIRST ROUND, they Win Straight Up!!
Bucknell +3.5
This Bucknell team has all kinds of experience, from NIT last season when they upset Arizona on the road in the first round to the first round loss to Georgetown in March of 2011 in the NCAA tournament. Their key players have experience from both postseasons and this season they look like a dark horse that can surprise people. They lost 5 games all season long, 4 of them by 3 points or less. Their resume has a road win @ Purdue, easy win against WAC champs New Mexico State, and very solid Kent State and La Salle teams, as well as a 2 point loss @ Missouri. Butler Bulldogs played way over their heads during the A10 tournament. They are now playing an early Thursday game after playing three games in as many days last week. They looked like Butler of old earlier this season but then regressed as the season progressed. They were 5-8-1 ATS in last 14 games after starting the season with a 13-5 ATS record in first 18 games played.
Davidson +3.5
Play of the first round
Best team coming out of SoCon in several years. Not because of their 17 game win streak but because of their experience and depth. Solid out of conference performance with wins over WVA, Vandy, Richmond and Montana, and halftime tie at Duke. They also covered as road dogs at New Mexico in a game in which they had a 14 points lead at the half. This same group of guys lost by only 7 against Louisville last season. They are much better this season and they got a much easier draw. Marquette was good for two wins in the NCAA tournament last two seasons but key players from those teams are not there any more. They are not in good form as they closed their season with 3 ATS losses in a row and an early exit in the Big East conference tournament blowing a big early lead against Notre Dame in that game. I expect an upset here.
South Dakota State +11
Michigan is only 6-6 in February and March (2-10 ATS) while South Dakota State rediscovered their form late in the season winning their last 4 games including all three in the Summit Conference Tournament. The Jackrabbits have almost everyone back from last year team that lost by only 8 against Baylor. Their resume is once again filled with some nice games, like a 3 points loss (ATS cover) at Alabama, road wins at Montana and at New Mexico (both Montana and New Mexico only home losses of the season) and a 3-0 ATS sweep against North Dakota State, their biggest Summit rivals. Small play because of the venue (A.Hills, Michigan).
Harvard +11
New Mexico overused their starters big time during the MWC tournament. They had a losing regular season ATS record (6-7-1) against OOC opponents this season, compared to a very good 9-4 ATS record last season. Much more is expected from them this season than last season. That is the situation where teams like New Mexico usually fail. They made some noise in the tournament last season, and then they had a great regular season this year, so it is natural to expect a lot from them during the NCAA Tournament. Unfortunately for their backers, the Lobos got a very tough first round opponent that proved on many occasions this season that they can play against solid opposition. Harvard went 6-1 ATS as underdogs against OOC teams this season and the teams they faced were not bad at all ( Memphis, St.Marys, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts and B.C.).
Great writeups, strategic spots you are striking on. I am along on the ride for 3 of these! Lets cash!
With you on SD St and Harvard. On the other side of the Bucknell play. Butler ATS in the tourney is great - all about Coach Stevens here. As always, bol to you and Jimmy.
With you on SD St and Harvard. On the other side of the Bucknell play. Butler ATS in the tourney is great - all about Coach Stevens here. As always, bol to you and Jimmy.
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