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| NCAA-B | Jan 27, 2026 Ohio vs. Kent State |
Ohio +7½ -110 at BOVADA |
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1* Free Pick on Ohio +7 The number for this MAC rivalry is simply too high. The Golden Flashes are in a major "fatigue spot" tonight. The betting market hasn't adjusted to Kent States recent inability to cover. Ohio has some defensive vulnerabilities, but they play at a pace that keeps them within striking distance. Kent State may find a way to win this game at home, but they don't have the energy to run away with it. I like the Ohio +7.5 (-110)
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NBA | Jan 26, 2026 Magic vs Cavs |
Magic +6½ -115 at PlayMGM |
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3* HEAVY HITTER on Magic +6½ All plays are made using sophisticated machine learning models. |
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NCAA-B | Jan 26, 2026 Arizona vs BYU |
BYU +3½ -112 at Draft Kings |
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3* HEAVY HITTER on BYU +3 Arizona arrives in Provo with a perfect 20-0 record, but this is their most dangerous trap of the season. The Marriott Center is one of the most hostile environments in the Big 12 and BYU is catching 3.5 points as a Top-15 home underdog. BYU is coming off an emotional win against Utah where freshman phenom AJ Dybantsa set a school record with 43 points on Saturday. He is the most explosive scorer in the country right now and Arizonas perimeter defense will have its hands full. Both teams are playing their second game in three days after Saturday conference matchups. This short rest situation favors the home team, especially at the high altitude in Provo. Arizona has been dominant, but they only make 6.3 three-pointers per game, which ranks near the bottom of the country. They rely heavily on inside scoring and midrange jumpers to move the needle. BYU has the offensive variance to break Arizona's streak because they rank near the top of the nation in three-point attempts and transition pace. If the Cougars get hot from deep, Arizona does not have the perimeter volume to keep up in a shootout. The Wildcats' scoring average drops by nearly 10 points per game when they leave Tucson. They are averaging 94.3 points at home but only 84.5 on the road this season. BYU won this matchup on the road last season and they have the confidence to pull the outright upset tonight. I expect a high-scoring battle that comes down to the final possession. The Cougars are 17-2 for a reason and getting more than a possession at home is too much value to pass up. I am riding with the home dog and the hot hand of Dybantsa. I like the BYU +3.5 (-112) |
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NCAA-B | Jan 26, 2026 Arizona vs BYU |
OVER 162½ -110 |
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1* Free Pick on Arizona/BYU: over 162 Arizona and BYU are two of the fastest teams in the country. This total is high for a reason, but it still isn't high enough. Tommy Lloyd has the Wildcats running at a top-10 pace nationally. They look to score in the first eight seconds of the shot clock and rarely slow down. Arizona ranks near the top of the country in adjusted offensive efficiency. They thrive on getting to the rim and finishing in transition before the defense can set. BYU plays a similar brand of basketball under Kevin Young. They prioritize NBA spacing and hunt for three-point looks on almost every possession. The Cougars shoot the ball at a massive volume from deep. At home in the Marriott Center, those shots tend to fall at a much higher clip. The altitude in Provo is a real factor in this matchup. Visiting teams often wear down late in the game, which leads to lazy transition defense and easy buckets. Arizonas defense is athletic, but they struggle to chase shooters off the line when the game turns into a track meet. BYU will get plenty of open looks from the corners tonight. Both teams played on Saturday and are on short rest. Fatigue usually hits the defensive end of the floor before it affects the shooters. Tired legs lead to reaching and more fouls. Both squads are reliable at the free-throw line, which provides the "cheap" points needed to push this over the number late. Expect a game played in the mid-to-high 80s for both sides. The possession count will be through the roof. I like the Over 162.5 (-110). |
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NCAA-B | Jan 26, 2026 Louisville vs Duke |
Duke -6½ -110 at Draft Kings |
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5* NO BRAINER on Duke -6 Duke at home is a different animal and this number is far too low. The Blue Devils are coming off a dominant performance on Saturday and have all the momentum. Louisville is forced to travel to Durham on just one day of rest after a grueling road game. The Cardinals have been sloppy with the ball and struggle against elite pressure. Duke ranks in the top tier of the ACC in defensive turnover rate. They will turn those Louisville mistakes into easy transition buckets all night long. Duke also holds a massive edge in effective field goal percentage. They are hitting nearly 40 percent of their threes when playing at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Louisvilles perimeter defense is leaky and gives up too many open looks to quality shooters. The Blue Devils have the bench depth to keep fresh legs on the floor during this quick turnaround. Louisvilles starters logged heavy minutes just two days ago and will likely fade in the second half. Dukes second unit is contributing over 20 points per game and provides a huge spark. The Blue Devils have covered the spread in four of their last five home games. Louisville is just 2-7 against the spread in their last nine road trips. The atmosphere at Cameron will be too much for this Louisville squad to handle under pressure. Duke should use a big run early in the second half to put this game out of reach. Trust the more talented team with the better coaching staff to get the job done. Bet Duke -6.5. |
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NBA | Jan 26, 2026 Blazers vs Celtics |
Blazers +9½ -110 at Bovada |
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5* NO BRAINER on Blazers +9 The Blazers are getting too many points in a spot where the Celtics are far from full strength. Jayson Tatum missed Saturday night's game against the Bulls and his status for this Monday matchup is very shaky. Even if he suits up, he likely won't be 100%, and this Boston offense looks completely different without its primary engine. Portland comes into Boston with a massive rest advantage that the oddsmakers aren't weighing enough. The Blazers haven't touched the court since Friday, giving them two full days of recovery while the Celtics are playing their second game in three nights. Recent history shows that Portland knows exactly how to handle this matchup. They already beat the Celtics 114-108 back in late December and they won't be intimidated by the environment at TD Garden. The Blazers have been one of the more reliable bets in the league this season with a 26-20 record against the spread. They have the scoring depth to keep pace with a Boston team that has struggled to cover lately, going just 4-6 ATS over their last 10 contests. Boston has been particularly mediocre for bettors at home this season, posting a 10-10 ATS record in their own building. The Celtics might find a way to win this game, but 9.5 points is a massive cushion for a rested underdog that already has a win over them this season. Expect a close game that comes down to the final possessions. I like the Blazers +9.5 |
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