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| NCAA-B | Jan 07, 2026 Murray State vs. Evansville |
Total 155½ -105 at JAZZ |
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1* Free Pick on Murray State/Evansville: under 155½ All plays are made using sophisticated machine learning models. |
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NCAA-B | Jan 06, 2026 Iowa vs Minnesota |
Iowa -6 -110 at Ace |
Lost $110.0 |
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3* HEAVY HITTER on Iowa -6 All plays are made using sophisticated machine learning models. |
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| Matchup | Selection | W/L |
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NBA | Jan 06, 2026 Lakers vs Pelicans |
Lakers -4½ -115 at PlayMGM |
Won $100 |
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1* Free Pick on Lakers -4½ The Lakers head into New Orleans as the clear superior side in this Western Conference clash. Los Angeles currently sits at 22-11, holding the third spot in the West, while the Pelicans are struggling at the bottom of the conference with an 8-29 record. New Orleans has lost seven of its last eight games and continues to look lost on the defensive end. Injuries are a major factor in this matchup. New Orleans is missing star guard Dejounte Murray, who is out with an Achilles injury, and depth piece Saddiq Bey. Defensive anchor Herb Jones is also listed as questionable with an ankle sprain. The Lakers have their own issues with Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura ruled out, but their top-tier star power remains intact. Luka Doni and LeBron James have turned the Lakers into the leagues seventh-ranked offense. They face a Pelicans unit that ranks 28th in defensive rating, surrendering 123.1 points per game. New Orleans also leads the league in miscues, recently turning the ball over 17 times in a single half against Miami. The Lakers already dominated the first meeting this season, winning 118-104 in this same building back in November. New Orleans simply doesn't have the perimeter defenders to slow down Doni or the size to match Deandre Ayton in the paint. The Pelicans' offense relies heavily on Zion Williamson, but the Lakers' length makes it difficult for him to carry the scoring load alone. Expect Los Angeles to exploit the Pelicans' transition defense and lack of depth. This is a massive talent gap between a title contender and a lottery team. The Lakers have covered in both of their last two wins and should have no problem clearing this small number against a team that has given up on the season. I like the Lakers -4.5. |
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NCAA-B | Jan 06, 2026 TCU vs Kansas |
Kansas -6½ -110 at Bovada |
Lost $110.0 |
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5* NO BRAINER on Kansas -6½ Kansas returns to the Phog looking for blood after a road loss at UCF. Bill Self is 135-24 following a loss during his tenure in Lawrence. That is a massive bounce-back trend for a team that refuses to start conference play with two straight losses. TCU is riding a six-game win streak, but the roster is getting thin in the frontcourt. Center Malick Diallo is out for the year with a torn ACL. Backup big man Vianney Salatchoum is currently questionable with an undisclosed injury. Without their depth, David Punch is left alone to battle Kansas freshman Flory Bidunga in the paint. Bidunga is a force inside, averaging 14.7 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. Darryn Peterson is the primary factor for the Jayhawks. He leads the team with 20.6 points but has been nursing a quad and hamstring injury that forced him to sit late in the UCF game. Even if he is on a slight minutes restriction, he is the most explosive scorer in the Big 12. Guard Jayden Dawson is also doubtful with a wrist injury, but Kansas has the depth to fill the gap at home. Kansas boasts the top field goal percentage defense in the Big 12 at 37.1%. They also hold opponents to a stifling 25.5% from beyond the arc. TCUs offense thrived against Baylor at home, but Lawrence is a different animal. The Jayhawks are 12-1 all-time against the Horned Frogs at Allen Fieldhouse. Expect the Jayhawks to push the tempo and exploit the Horned Frogs' lack of interior depth. The Phog is where winning streaks go to die. I like Kansas |
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NBA | Jan 06, 2026 Magic vs Wizards |
Wizards +7½ -110 at Draft Kings |
Won $100 |
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4* VEGAS INSIDER on Wizards +7½ All plays are made using sophisticated machine learning models. |
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NBA | Jan 06, 2026 Cavs vs Pacers |
Cavs -4½ -115 at Draft Kings |
Lost $115.0 |
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5* NO BRAINER on Cavs -4½ All plays are made using sophisticated machine learning models. |
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Boyd is a former collegiate golfer and University of Iowa Law grad that ensures you success in every sport he covers. Jimmy's quality sports selections with game-breaking analysis make him a major force in the handicapping industry for years to come. No Brainer: This is one of Jimmys highest rated plays. After reading his write-up on the game you will see why this plays title is so fitting. These picks are reserved for major mismatch advantages and strong value plays. Heavy Hitter: Jimmys Heavy Hitter plays are backed by a wealth of statistical analysis and fit into one or more of his many winning systems. This is the well-rounded gem of Jimmys top plays, and it covers games from every angle. Vegas Insider: Nobody spots a winning system like Jimmy Boyd. His Vegas Insider label is reserved for plays backed by the strongest systems and trends on the board. Bailout Blowout: There is no better way to end the day than picking up a big win on the final game of the evening. Jimmys Bailout Blowouts come on late games and they have built a strong reputation as being a consistent winner. All of Jimmys picks get monitored around the web. Jimmy is one of the very few handicappers that have actually earned the stripes to be regarded as a top Industry player. There are not many handicappers in the industry that can match his long term success rates. |
