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English League Two Tu 24Mar 19:45

Luton

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Wycombe

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT LUTON	RECENT FORM
ALHWALHLALAL​ Most recent​	0 - 1 3 - 1 1 - 0 1 - 2	AWHDAWADHWHD​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Wycombe have conceded two goals in six of their last eight games

EXPERT VERDICT: Four defeats in a row have left Luton clinging on to a playoff place but the Hatters can bounce back with a victory over promotion rivals Wycombe at Kenilworth Road. Veteran Luton striker Paul Benson may be ready for his first start of the year after shaking off a long-term injury and the wily 35-year-old could make the difference.

RECOMMENDATION: Luton
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Football Conference Tu 24Mar 19:45

Braintree

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Telford

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT BRAINTREE	RECENT FORM
ALALHLHWADAW​ Most recent​	3 - 2 2 - 1	ALHLAWALHLHL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Telford have kept one clean sheet in their last ten matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Braintree dispelled any lingering relegation fears with last Tuesday’s remarkable 5-1 victory away to Torquay and can follow up by beating basement boys Telford at Cressing Road. Telford have picked up four of their six wins on the road but have lost seven of their last eight games and could be relegated by the end of the week.

RECOMMENDATION: Braintree
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NHL Grand Salami - March

The Grand Salami in pro hockey is decided by adding up all the goals scored in every game scheduled for that particular day. You can wager on 'over' or 'under' the Grand Salami total. The total is set by adding up all listed 'over/under' odds for each game on that particular day.

Note: The Grand Salami will have no action if any game is suspended or cancelled before the regulation time of three twenty minute periods. Also, regardless of the number of goals scored during the shoot out portion of the overtime, the final scored recorded for the game will give the winning team on more goal than its opponent based on the score at the end of regulation time.

*The majority of sportsbooks do not put out a total on the Grand Salami when there is only one game on the card. For tracking purposes, we will continue to show the 'over/under' for goals and combined goals scored on days with just one game.

NHL GRAND SALAMI

Date No. of Games Total Goals Combined Goals Scored Result
3/1 6 32 41 OVER
3/2 3 15.5 16 OVER
3/3 10 54.5 55 OVER
3/4 4 21.5 16 UNDER
3/5 8 44 46 OVER
3/6 6 31 31 PUSH
3/7 10 53 51 UNDER
3/8 6 30.5 41 OVER
3/9 5 27.5 23 UNDER
3/10 8 43.5 42 UNDER
3/11 3 16.5 20 OVER
3/12 11 59.5 53 UNDER
3/13 5 27.5 30 OVER
3/14 12 63 54 UNDER
3/15 7 37.5 28 UNDER
3/16 4 21 19 UNDER
3/17 9 47.5 39 UNDER
3/18 3 15.5 13 UNDER
3/19 10 53.5 54 OVER
3/20 3 16 13 UNDER
3/21 13 67.5 63 UNDER
3/22 4 - - -
3/23 7 - - -
3/24 18 - - -
3/25 3 - - -
3/26 11 - - -
3/27 3 - - -
3/28 13 - - -
3/29 8 - - -
3/30 6 - - -
3/31 7 - - -

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Dover Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 4 - Post: 5:30 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 71 - Purse:$3500 - FILLIES/MARES CLAIMING $5,000 WITH ALLOWANCES DELAWARE OWNED OR BRED NO. 4 BAGS OF TRICKS - 1ST TIME LASIX


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 2 SOCOTEUR BLUEGRASS 8/5


# 5 HOOTANSCOOT 7/1


# 4 BAG OF TRICKS 7/1


Feel pretty confident putting some green stuff down on SOCOTEUR BLUEGRASS. She has been racing competently and the TrackMaster SRs are among the strongest in the field. Loved this mare's last race. Ran a solid 73 speed rating. Major player. Should be in the hunt again in this event, looking to improve that already high lifetime winning figure. HOOTANSCOOT - Post 5 has been winning at an above average stat, suggesting very nice probability of success for this one. This mare has been racing against some of the most competitive horses in this field of horses recently. BAG OF TRICKS - This contender is sent out by the trainer for today's competition with first time Lasix. Is a huge win contender given the 71 TrackMaster Speed Rating from her most recent race.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Yonkers Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 5 - Post: 8:30 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 86 - Purse:$12500 - PETTICOAT SERIES 3& 4 YEAR OLD FILLIES & MARES 3RD LEG 1ST DIVISION


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 3 WITCH DALI 6/5


# 2 DONTTELLRUSS 5/2


# 5 CHEYENNE ROBIN 9/2


Hey, listen up! WITCH DALI is the smart wager if you like to win. Feel the need for speed, this interesting entrant has been turning in some exemplary speed ratings averaging around 89. Seems to have a good class edge based on the field of horses she has raced against. Many top players will recognize the excellent speed fig in the last contest. Stacks up against any horse in this group of animals. DONTTELLRUSS - Could very well provide us a score based on good recent TrackMaster SRs - earning an average of 86. A really good class horse can't be passed over. With an average class rating of 81 all signs say this is the one to beat. CHEYENNE ROBIN - This filly getting the top prize wouldn't be impossible, a chance. Worth considering in this one if only for the competitive speed rating earned in the most recent outing.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Camarero

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 2 - Claiming - 7.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $6020 Class Rating: 71

FOR NATIVE FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD. WEIGHT, 120 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE MARCH 8 ALLOWED 1 LBS. A RACE SINCE FEBRUARY 23 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE JANUARY 23 ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 3 REPRESENTADO 4/1


# 2 REDDISH THUNDER 15/1


# 1 BUCAPLA B 5/2


I think about REPRESENTADO here. Ought to come out sharp - I have liked the way this gelding has moved quickly to the lead recently. Must be given a chance - I like the numbers from the last race. Is worth looking at and may be a wager - strong Equibase speed figs (63 average) at today's distance and surface recently. REDDISH THUNDER - This racer has some longshot angles going for him. His chances to win are much better this time out facing this softer group. BUCAPLA B - Has run admirably when running a dirt sprint race. Should definitely be given consideration in this contest if only for the quite good Equibase speed fig put up in the last contest.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Sunland Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 8 - Allowance - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $25600 Class Rating: 76

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 117 LBS.; OLDER, 122 LBS.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 7 SIDAAM 7/2


# 5 SILVERHILL 5/1


# 8 CRANE LODGE 3/1


I back SIDAAM here. Is a strong contender based on figs put up recently under today's conditions. He has a decent distance/surface win record - 1 / 2. SILVERHILL - Displays formidable Speed Figures on average overall when compared with the rest of this group. Has a strong shot in this competition if you like back class. CRANE LODGE - Has been running well lately and will almost certainly be on the lead early on. Must be carefully examined in here if only for the very good Equibase speed fig recorded in the last affair.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Mahoning Valley Race Course - Race #8 - Post: 4:00pm - Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $7,900 Class Rating: 67

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 PASS ME A DRINK (ML=5/1)
#4 SEPARATION (ML=5/2)
#1 MAMAS KISSES (ML=10/1)


PASS ME A DRINK - Like the way this mare's finish positions keep getting better. That's a sure sign of improving form. This mare is in good condition. Finished second on March 3rd. I like when a pony has dropped in class at least five points like this one did last race out and then runs against a similar field right back. Brown must've found the right class. The latest speed figure of 69 is the best last race speed rating in the field. SEPARATION - That last drill tells me this mare is set for a top race. Traditional angle - 3rd or 4th start after a layoff generally leads to a big effort. Going to run a good one. Ranked at the very top in earnings per race entered. Another indicator that this horse has class. MAMAS KISSES - Looking at today's class figure, this pony is encountering an easier group than last out at Charles Town. That last work tells me this filly is set for a top performance. Look for this filly to run better right here in this race. Last affair at Charles Town finishing tenth in the slop is no sign of her true talent.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 JUDY'S REFLECTION (ML=2/1), #3 ANGEL'S SIGH (ML=7/2), #2 FLAT OUT NICE (ML=6/1),

JUDY'S REFLECTION - This mare has already tasted defeat as the favorite the last two times. Hard to give her another chance. ANGEL'S SIGH - Going to have a difficult go of it with all the other early lick in this contest. The bang up effort in the last race may knock this mare off stride in today's event. FLAT OUT NICE - Can't play this less than sharp equine in today's sprint of 5 1/2 furlongs. Hasn't even hit the board in a short distance event lately. The pace configuration just isn't too promising for this speedy one. Many other horses would have to scratch to aid her efforts.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Putting our cash on #5 PASS ME A DRINK to win. Have to have odds of at least 4/1 or better though

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [1,4,5]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [1,4,5] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
[1,4,5] with [1,4,5] with [1,3,4,5,6] with [1,3,4,5,6] Total Cost: $36

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Parx Racing - Race #9 - Post: 4:31pm - Claiming - 6.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $17,000 Class Rating: 86

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#2 P. A. THUNDER (ML=5/1)
#6 DOS ORO (ML=2/1)


P. A. THUNDER - Was in a $12,500 Claiming race at Parx Racing in the last race. That event had a class figure of 98 and he is moving down today. A certain strong challenger. Aristone brings this gelding back into a race rather than a workout. He knows his gelding is on top of his game. Last out, finished ninth in the slop at Parx Racing. I'd expect a better race right here. Gelding is a few starts into a comeback here. Should give a nice effort today. DOS ORO - A campaigner coming back this promptly after a good race is a good sign. I like to see consistency in a racehorse. Look at this gelding's PPs. Almost always in the money. Racing over a familiar track, where he has won multiple times before, I have to put this horse at the top of my list of strong contenders. That 77 fig this gelding earned in his last event tells me he's a big time player this time.

Vulnerable Contenders: #7 BROAD RULE (ML=3/1), #8 CROWN THE CHIEF (ML=9/2),

BROAD RULE - This horse has already been conquered as the favorite back to back. Hard to give him another chance. This steed ran a pedestrian speed figure last time around the track. He shouldn't run better and will probably get beat in today's race running that fig. CROWN THE CHIEF - This gelding is always around, but just doesn't get the job done. Difficult to wager on him on the front end. Common speed rating last out at Parx Racing at 6 furlongs. Don't feel this racer will improve too much in today's race.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Putting our cash on #2 P. A. THUNDER to win. Have to have odds of at least 5/2 or better though

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [2,6]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Monday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Mahoning Valley (7th) Magical Act, 3-1
(8th) Pass Me a Drink, 5-1


Mountaineer (1st) Gallagher's Pride, 7-2
(5th) Corinthian's Tune, 4-1


Parx Racing (2nd) Black Lagoon, 5-1
(7th) Now We're Talkin, 4-1


Sunland Park (8th) Crimson Night, 5-1
(10th) Whipstock, 3-1

Turf Paradise (2nd) Charming A. J., 7-2
(6th) Discreet Flirt, 3-1

 

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Yonkers: Monday 3/23 Analysis
By Matt Rose

DRF HARNESS

Race 7 - $10,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

MEET STATS: 81 - 249 / $401.20 BEST BETS: 11 - 21 / $38.40

Best Bet: TALKTOMECOURAGE N (3rd)

Spot Play: SHERKIN HANOVER (10th)


Race 1

(4) LADY SPARTACUS looked very professional in her career debut, drawing off from a pocket trip with ease. Management barred show wagering this week, so apparently they think she's the real deal. (3) STKY FNGRS HANOVER cut a decent pace and was second best to the top choice; she can build off that tightener. (2) SEAFOOD MISSY is perfect in two lifetime starts, both at Freehold.

Race 2

(3) TIME WILL TELL ALL has been pretty decent in all of his recent efforts and Kakaley should have him forwardly placed off the gate. (1) ORANGE BIGI held well for second after being overtaken last week in an added-distance event. (5) FURTUNISTA is better than she's been showing.

Race 3

(2) TALKTOMECOURAGE N drops back to the winning level, draws back inside and will resume winning ways. (1) TRIP HANOVER was good three back, awful two back and okay last week. Clearly he's inconsistent, but he must be respected from the rail. (6) V I P BAYAMA drops again for Lachance after having shown little since arriving from Canada.

Race 4

(4) ALL FIRED UP has been awful in his last two but he drops in class tonight and clearly the Vallee trainee is capable of better. (1) BELIEVEINTHESPIRIT closed willingly last out from an impossible spot and now he moves all the way inside. (6) PIERCE has been solid in his last three local outings and he'll probably be overlooked in the wagering.

Race 5

(3) WITCH DALI won effortlessly last week; the Alagna trainee is clearly the most accomplished in here and she gets the call to repeat at a short price. (2) DONTTELLRUSS was well handled by Brennan in her local debut and she could put a scare into the top choice. (1) ALWAYS SUNDAY has made money in the two legs of this series and she will look to complete the chalky trifecta.

Race 6

(2) HAY STACKED toured the track with little chance last week but her prior effort was a sharp closing victory when she was close up enough; gets the call based on the favorable post. (6) CRUISINWITHMYBABY has the talent and the hot Buter driving but she's got to overcome the outside. (1) ROYAL MAMA broke last week while in contention for a share; she's got speed and draws best.

Race 7

(4) WINWOOD SCOUT goes for another new barn while in career form and he can win another. (1) I'M FABULOUS shows a win versus similar two back and she draws best. (3) SCHLIM SCHLAMMA rallied to be second best last out at a big price.

Race 8

(2) LAWGIVER HANOVER had some pace last out before getting dq'ed, now he returns to Brennan and has a big shot from this spot. (4) OFF LIKA PROMDRESS returns locally at a reduced level and he picks up leading driver Dube. (1) BROOKSTONE has been much better in his last two but he could be vulnerable tonight; don't accept a short price.

Race 9

(2) PANPIERO FIRPO closed with some willing pace in a needed start upon arrival and he can build off that effort despite the driver opting off. (5) SPINARAMA just missed when here locally three back. (1) HI HO STEVERINO isn't a prolific winner but he appears to be in a good spot tonight.

Race 10

(1) SHERKIN HANOVER had some very willing pace last week and now she draws best; if Bartlett can work out a live pocket trip she may have enough late to upset. (3) SAFE FROM TERROR looks for five straight for the Burke barn; she must be an overwhelming lock because there's no show wagering on this race. (4) CAROBBEAN PACETRY held very well after a long uncovered trip last week.

Race 11

(3) CAMBRIDGE was second best to the sharp Detroit Rapper last out at The Meadowlands and he was an easy winner when last seen here. (1) DOT DOT DOT DASH had some sneaky late trot in her added-distance race last out; big chance from this spot. (8) GENIUS AT WORK makes his four-year-old debut now in the Julie Miller barn and he may be one to keep an eye on.

Race 12

(1) HERE WE GO AGAIN drops in class, gets major post relief and seems like very logical selecting in the finale. (4) LIFE UP FRONT is better than he's showing and looks like a must-include in here. (3) HARD TO MACH was a very good second last out.

 

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Woodbine Harness: Monday 3/23 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

EARLY $1 PICK 4:

10/6,7/1,5,8/5,7,9 = $18

MEET STATS: 115 - 353 / $619.70 BEST BETS: 16 - 34 / $88.00

SPOT PLAYS: 6 - 33 / $59.20

Best Bet: WHISKEY N PIE (8th)

Spot Play: CARD SHOCK (10th)


Race 1

(6) ORDER BY COMMANDER dropped into a claimer last week and went a big mile to register the upset. These don't look any tougher; call to repeat. (7) TYMAL COLLOSSUS has been solid in this class all winter and is obviously the one to beat. (2) IGOTTOKEEPONMOVING dropped into a claimer last week but couldn't keep up to the choice. He can share vs. these.

Race 2

(1) CAMSTER was overtaken only late on Monday night by a very good winner who needed to motor home in :27 to beat him. He looks formidable here. (2) TEA WITH MS MCGILL also was beaten by a nice winner in his debut and is the other main contender in what shapes up to be a two-horse race. (9) CASIMIR OPEE was expected to do better in his opener and now draws farthest outside. He will likely improve, but it will be a tall order to beat the top two choices.

Race 3

(6) COVERT OPERATIVE came off the bench and recorded a huge first-up win at a big price. Stepping up in class the trainer hands the reins to a catch driver; call to repeat. (3) MICHAELS TURN's winning streak looked doomed when he broke at the start, but he made an amazing recovery to go a long trip to win and stay unbeaten; call to repeat. (8) WIZARD OF OSNEY has used his good early speed to hit the ticket in every one of his 2015 starts. He should share again vs. these.

Race 4

(10) MITT JAGGER was a 1:53 1/5 debut winner at 2. If he's ready to fire big like that in his 3YO debut, his foes may be in big trouble, even from the 10-hole. (2) PIER HO TEMPTATION moved at the exact right time when overtaking a slow pace and turned on the jets to beat NW1. He steps up and missed almost 3 weeks; tough call. (4) WELL WRITTEN was in perfect striking position and hung late in a bit of a disappointing performance. He is turning into a bit of a money burner on the win end.

Race 5

(7) MISTER ICON was claimed for the fourth time in the past five races following a second defeat in a row to the suddenly-hot Smokeys Luck. He escapes that one here and is a good bet to take these coast-to-coast; top call. (6) ROCKNROLL BAND debuted in a new barn last week and finished just behind the choice in a rapid mile. He should be much closer here. (1) LOST IN PANSLATION exits the same heat and beat both of the above; he is more likely for his typical minor share, however.

Race 6

(1) SEAWIND PASCALE put up some big fractions then bravely held her challengers at bay late. She will be tough to overhaul here from the rail in the Lifetime Dream final. (5) MEADOWVIEW VICKY gets a much improved post and could leave and trip out for a big share here. (8) STANDING MY GROUND was only a length back of the choice and although winless this season, she is showing signs that the first victory is coming soon; beware.

Race 7

(9) SPORTS IMAGE dropped five seconds off his fastest qualifier in his debut pacing the fastest mile on the program page. He can break his maiden here for a suddenly hot barn. (5) THREE RIVERS DELL tried the WEGZ series and showed some early foot before backing up a bit. These are easier, obviously. (7) READ THE PROPOSAL showed more in his 2015 debut than in many of his 13 losses last year and it's possible veteran trainer Cass may be ready to turn this one around. He's on our pick 4 tickets.

Race 8

(6) WHISKEY N PIE continues to roll right along and there's no indication his win streak should or will be stopped here. (1) ARRIVED LATE looks like the one that may have the best chance of toppling the favourite but only if Filion revs him up early and grabs the pocket; possible. (4) A AND C ARTIST has likely been facing better in straight claimers and has been finishing fast in most of them. He would be the one to capitalize if a mid-race battle developed.

Race 9

Millionaire (7) SANTANNA BLUE CHIP showed more in his season debut than in many of last year's starts. He might be a good play here at a decent price despite stepping up a bit. (1) HES A SENSATION was full of pace last week but got going too late to catch the winner. He often looks obvious on paper and fails to deliver; tough call. (8) GLAMMIT has been showing improvement the past few weeks and will pop soon, likely at a good price; maybe tonight?

Race 10

(4) CARD SHOCK has been facing better and his farm is darkened somewhat as a result. His mile three back gets the job done vs. this group. (10) UFDRAGONS ROCKET moves back into Puddy's barn and drops to the lowest level. A Mac has to be gunning with this one, doesn't he? (9) DONEGAL GERALD closed a good gap from the 10-hole last time and should be coming late for a piece of this. (3) HIDDEN POTENTIAL closed 10 lengths in the final 1/4 last out and should get away closer here and contend earlier in the race. (1) REAL ROCKER took a break in action and comes back off a good qualifier win. He can get a slice from the rail.

 

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NBA Game of the Day: Rockets at Pacers

Houston Rockets at Indiana Pacers (-1, OFF)

Indiana looks to end an ill-timed five-game losing streak at home against Houston on Monday, and there is a chance injured star Paul George will be in the mix for the first time this season. The Pacers' slide - their fourth of at least five games - has put a dent in their playoff hopes, as they entered Sunday's action a half-game out of the final spot in the Eastern Conference. The latest setback involved their worst defensive showing of the season in a 123-111 loss to Brooklyn on Saturday.

The Nets shot 61.3 percent - the highest mark ever for an opponent on Indiana's home court - against a team that has prided itself on defensive play. Houston is trying to hold off four teams for the third spot in the West and entered Sunday trailing second-place Memphis by 1 1/2 games after a 117-102 loss at home against Phoenix on Saturday. James Harden followed up his 50-point effort with 16 on 5-of-19 shooting as the Rockets had a three-game winning streak come to an end.

LINE HISTORY: Most shops opened the Pacers -1, which is where it was sitting at the time of writing.

WHAT CAPPERS SAY: "Houston and Indiana are both in poor defensive form. The Rockets have allowed 225 points in their last two games while the Pacers have allowed 103 points or more in four of their last six games. Indiana has also lost five consecutive games as a result of their lackluster defense. With three straight home losses, Indiana will be bring their best effort in this game. Houston is also off a home loss, so they are also expected to come with a concerted effort in this game." Steve Merril

ABOUT THE ROCKETS (46-23): The somewhat surprising result against Phoenix came in the first game after power forward Terrence Jones was sidelined due to a collapsed lung, which will keep him out of action for at least two more contests. That could put him back in the lineup right around the time star center Dwight Howard - who is considered doubtful for Monday - returns, potentially giving Houston a shot in the arm for the stretch run. The Rockets were outrebounded 49-36 against the Suns, who entered Sunday ranked 14th in the Western Conference in rebounding margin.

ABOUT THE PACERS (30-39): While Houston awaits Howard's return, Indiana is expected to update the status of George on Monday. According to an ESPN report that circulated late last week, there was a chance that George was going to come back against Brooklyn after spending the entire season recovering from a broken leg suffered last summer, but head coach Frank Vogel shot that down. It is expected that George will return during the week, which could be a boost for a struggling squad about to enter a stretch of road-heavy portion of the schedule.

TRENDS:

* Favorite is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings.
* Rockets are 1-7 ATS in their last eight meetings in Indiana.
* Over is 6-0 in the Rockets last six Monday games.
* Over is 4-1 in the Pacers last five home games.

COVERS CONSENSUS: N/A

 

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StatFox Super Situations

NBA | HOUSTON at INDIANA
Play On - Road teams (HOUSTON) explosive offensive team (>=102 PPG) against an average offensive team (92-98 PPG) after 42+ games, after a blowout loss by 15 points or more
44-17 since 1997. ( 72.1% | 25.3 units )
2-2 this year. ( 50.0% | -0.2 units )

NBA | BOSTON at BROOKLYN
Play On - Any team vs the money line (BROOKLYN) an average offensive team (92-98 PPG) against a poor defensive team (98-102 PPG) after 42+ games, after a combined score of 205 points or more 2 straight games
118-87 since 1997. ( 57.6% | 52.7 units )
5-4 this year. ( 55.6% | 5.5 units )

NBA | BOSTON at BROOKLYN
Play On - Home favorites of 2 to 5.5 points vs. the first half line (BROOKLYN) off a road win by 10 points or more, with a losing record
109-58 since 1997. ( 65.3% | 45.2 units )
8-3 this year. ( 72.7% | 4.7 units )

 

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PGA Bracket - Part 2
By Dan Daly

Welcome back to part two of the PGA March Madness/Match Play Bracket. If you missed the opening round, well, shame on you.

Today we will take it down 32 to the final four.

However, before we get back to the bracket I would be remised to not address my man Jordan Spieth. Due to being at the hospital I posted last week's article before the conclusion of his second PGA Tour win. He's too humble to say it, so I will say it for him…

Well you can tell everybody

Yeah you can tell everybody

Go ahead and tell everybody

I'm the man, I'm the man, I'm the man

Yes I am, yes I am, yes I am

I'm the man, I'm the man, I'm the man

Sincerely,

Jordan Spieth (via Dan Daly)

I've said it for the last 50 weeks and his latest win just further solidified my belief even more…Jordan Spieth is your 2015 Masters Champion. I'll dive more into it in my Masters preview in a few weeks but go ahead and write it down, tell your friends, embrace it and most importantly, bet on it…it's going to happen folks.

Now on to the second round:

Masters Bracket

(8) Steve Stricker's Inner 'Beast' vs (16) Ian Poulter's Twitter account
The man is a savage, do you really think Ian Poulter can take him down?

(2) Patrick Reed's Necklace vs (10) Tom Watson's Putting Yips
The guy is basically wearing a Christian choke chain, you have to respect the necklace.

(3) Greg Norman Masters Meltdown vs (6) Amen Corner
One takes place over three holes, the other was 18 magical holes all rolled into one.

(5) "Hello Friends" vs (113) Tiger's Mistresses
It's the Masters bracket, did you really think the voice of the Masters would lose before the sweet 16?

vs.

PGA Championship Bracket

(1) Amanda Dufner's yoga pants vs (8) Victor Dubuisson's Facial Hair
Once again, Amanda rolls.

(2) Jason Dufner's Snuff vs (7) Augusta National Chairman
The man used the Wannamaker Trophy as the world's largest spittoon; that has to count for something.

(3) John Daly The Musician vs (6) Elin With A 9-iron
I wouldn't want to be the people that voted against Elin here if she finds out, but I certainly respect the decision.

(4) Tiger/Sergio Feud vs (5) Tin Cup
Clearly MacAvoy and Simms got along too well compared to Sergio and Tiger; real life drama wins out over scripted drama here.

US Open Bracket

(1) Jim Furyk's Sunday meltdowns vs (8) Guan Tianlang's Pace Of Play
It's only the second round, of course he would win.

(2) Adam Scott's Dating Scorecard vs (7) Brandel Chamblee's Hair
Chamblee's hair is special, but Scott's dating history is the thing of legend.

(3) David Duval's Sunglasses vs (6) Sergio Garcia
2002 U.S Open David Duval was to Oakley's as Dr. J was to dunking.

(4) Dustin Johnson's "leave of absence" vs (5) Phil Mickelson's US Open Meltdown
The 72nd hole at Winged Foot was just that special.

vs.

British Open Bracket

(1) Miguel Angel Jimenez's Cigar vs (8) Fuzzy's Fried Chicken
Let's just say Fuzzy got smoked here.

(2) Rory McIlroy's Claret Jug Filled With Jäger vs (7) Rickie Fowler's Flat Billed Hat
The college kid in me still thinks that was amazing.

(3) Jean Van De Velde British Open Meltdown vs (6) Boo Weekly Math
I love me some Boo, but the guy had to basically strip to hit a golf shot on the 72nd hole of a major.

(4) "Ben Hogan has officially rolled over in his grave" vs (5) A John Daly Cocktail
Had Johnny Miller been drinking a John Daly in the booth while making this call that would have made it even better.

Yes, we move fast here at the Weekly Waggle, so on to the sweet 16:

Masters Bracket

(8) Steve Stricker's Inner 'Beast' vs (5) "Hello Friends"
It's the first time in his life that Sticker was killed by kindness.

(2) Patrick Reed's Necklace vs (3) Greg Norman Masters Meltdown
Looks like Reed still can't crack the Top 5.

vs.

PGA Championship Bracket

(1) Amanda Dufner's yoga pants vs (4) Tiger/Sergio Feud
You've seen the video of her in Yoga Pants right?

(2) Jason Dufner's Snuff vs (3) John Daly The Musician
US Open Bracket

(1) Jim Furyk's Sunday meltdowns vs (5) Phil Mickelson's US Open Meltdown
Mickelson melted down over the course of one hole. Furyk has been doing it for years now. Longevity trumps magnitude here.

(2) Adam Scott's Dating Scorecard vs (3) David Duval's Sunglasses
I have to believe getting married recently really worked against Scott here.

vs.

British Open Bracket

(1) Miguel Angel Jimenez's Cigar vs (5) A John Daly Cocktail
I have to believe the fact that JD can't partake in his own cocktail hurt him here.

(2) Rory McIlroy's Claret Jug Filled With Jäger vs (3) Jean Van De Velde British Open Meltdown
Van De Velde could have downed a Claret Jug worth of Jäger and still played the final hole in less strokes than he did sober.

And then there were 8…

Masters Bracket

(3) Greg Norman Masters Meltdown vs (5) "Hello Friends"
Is there anymore more infamous with the Masters than Greg Norman? And yes, that even includes the great Jim Nantz.

vs.

PGA Championship Bracket

(1) Amanda Dufner's yoga pants vs (2) Jason Dufner's Snuff
The Dufner family battle was the closest of the Elite eight. Jason gets to see her without Yoga pants on, I have to assume that counts for something.

US Open Bracket

(1) Jim Furyk's Sunday meltdowns vs (3) David Duval's Sunglasses
Obviously we are in the fourth round, Furyk just lost as the one seed.

vs.

British Open Bracket

(1) Miguel Angel Jimenez's Cigar vs (3) Jean Van De Velde British Open Meltdown
Make no mistake, the Van De Velde meltdown was the thing of legend. Problem is, The Mechanic IS the Legend.

The final four are set. Greg Norman's Masters Meltdown will take on Jason Dufner's Snuff in one semi-final while David Duval's Sunglasses will take on Miguel Angel Jimenez's Cigar in the other. I know the anticipation of waiting to see who wins will kill you between now and then.

 

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Sweet 16 preview: Wildcats still the team to beat
By THE SPORTS XCHANGE

Nobody knows winning like undefeated Kentucky, which heads to Cleveland for the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 owning 36 wins and expecting to see more physical play after a snug win over Cincinnati.

The No. 1-ranked Wildcats draw West Virginia (25-9), the fifth seed in the Midwest and the national leader in steals, offensive rebounding and fouls.

"I still have the youngest team in the field, and I would say one of the ways (to handle opponents) is try to get after them physically and see if you can rattle them," coach John Calipari said as the victorious Wildcats left Louisville, Ky., with another victory Saturday. "They have handled all this stuff with class."

Oklahoma coach Lon Kruger is taking a fourth program to the Sweet 16, while Michigan State is up to more of the same.

The Spartans dispatched East Region No. 2 seed Virginia, improving to 13-1 in the round of 32 during coach Tom Izzo's reign.

No. 1 overall seed Kentucky moved on in the Midwest Region, and top other No. 1s, Duke and Wisconsin, are back in the regional semifinals.

Villanova was the only top seed not to advance to the Sweet 16. The Wildcats were sent home by eighth-seeded North Carolina State (22-13), which gets a third game in the NCAA Tournament for the second time in four seasons in a scrambled East bracket in which the top remaining team is No. 3 Oklahoma (24-10). The Wolpack's next opponent is No. 4 seed Louisville (26-8).

For the 13th time in 18 years, the Spartans are just two wins from the Final Four. Seventh-seeded Michigan State (25-11) meets the Sooners on Friday night at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, N.Y.

"We know no other way," Michigan State guard Bryn Forbes said. "Win or go home."

Big Ten champion Wisconsin (32-3) could be headed for a rematch of last year's regional final with Arizona (33-3) in Los Angeles as the top seeds in the West Region. First, the Badgers face a test from fourth-seeded North Carolina at Staples Center. The Tar Heels (26-11) reached the Sweet 16 for the 26th time since 1975 -- the most trips by any NCAA program.

No. 11 in the South, UCLA (22-13) faces second-seeded Gonzaga (34-2) in what shapes up as a sprint. The winner will meet Duke (31-4) or fifth-seeded Utah (26-8). Blue Devils center Jahlil Okafor, the national freshman of the year, scored 47 points in two NCAA Tournament games in Charlotte, N.C., including 26 on Sunday against San Diego State.

"Okafor is a load, he's hard to guard," San Diego State coach Steve Fisher said. "I think we gave him two, three, four that were too easy, but he's good. He's very, very talented."

Sixth-seeded Xavier (23-13) knocked out darling Georgia State, the No. 14 seed in the West Region that shocked Baylor in the second round, to step into a meeting with Arizona and former Musketeers coach Sean Miller.

ACC tournament champion Notre Dame (31-5) legged into the Midwest Region semifinal against Wichita State (30-4) in a matchup of two of the nation's top guards, Jerian Grant of the third-seeded Fighting Irish and junior Fred Van Vleet of the seventh-seeded Shockers.

 

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Book releases odds for four Sweet 16 matchups
Stephen Campbell

In the wake of a frantic weekend, we're getting down to the home stretch in what's been yet another exciting NCAA tournament. With the Sweet 16 set to get underway on Thursday, A sportsbook released its early odds for a select number of games Sunday evening.

Here's a look at the current lines for four of the contests:

Arizona -10.5 vs. Xavier

Michigan State -1.5 vs. Oklahoma

Duke -4.5 vs. Utah

Notre Dame vs. Wichita State pick 'em

 

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Dunkel

NCAAB


Louisiana Tech
vs
Texas A&M

Game 613-614
March 23, 2015 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Louisiana Tech
59.146
Texas A&M
61.714

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Texas A&M
by 2 1/2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Texas A&M
by 4 1/2

Dunkel Pick:

Louisiana Tech
(+4 1/2)



Illinois State
vs
Old Dominion

Game 615-616
March 23, 2015 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Illinois State
61.667
Old Dominion
60.586

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Illinois State
by 1

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Old Dominion
by 3 1/2

Dunkel Pick:

Illinois State
(+3 1/2)



Murray State
vs
Tulsa

Game 617-618
March 23, 2015 @ 9:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Murray State
60.666
Tulsa
66.967

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Tulsa
by 6 1/2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Tulsa
by 4

Dunkel Pick:

Tulsa
(-4)



Radford
vs
Vermont

Game 621-622
March 23, 2015 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Radford
45.610
Vermont
61.924

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Vermont
by 16 1/2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Vermont
by 7

Dunkel Pick:

Vermont
(-7)



Louisiana-Monroe
vs
Mercer

Game 623-624
March 23, 2015 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Louisiana-Monroe
50.447
Mercer
55.698

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Mercer
by 5

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Mercer
by 3 1/2

Dunkel Pick:

Mercer
(-3 1/2)



Oral Roberts
vs
Loyola-Chicago

Game 625-626
March 23, 2015 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Oral Roberts
50.874
Loyola-Chicago
58.450

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Loyola-Chicago
by 7 1/2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Loyola-Chicago
by 5 1/2

Dunkel Pick:

Loyola-Chicago
(-5 1/2)



Colorado
vs
Seattle

Game 627-628
March 23, 2015 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Colorado
55.256
Seattle
51.881

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Colorado
by 3 1/2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Colorado
by 5 1/2

Dunkel Pick:

Seattle
(+5 1/2)



Cleveland State
vs
New Jersey Tech

Game 629-630
March 23, 2015 @ 7:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Cleveland State
60.856
New Jersey Tech
59.055

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Cleveland State
by 2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Cleveland State
by 4

Dunkel Pick:

New Jersey Tech
(+2)



Evansville
vs
Eastern Illinois

Game 631-632
March 23, 2015 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Evansville
54.651
Eastern Illinois
50.410

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Evansville
by 4

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Evansville
by 2 1/2

Dunkel Pick:

Evansville
(-2 1/2)



Kent State
vs
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi

Game 633-634
March 23, 2015 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:

Kent State
57.684
Texas A&M-Corpus
53.007

Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:

Kent State
by 4 1/2

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:

Kent State
by 3

Dunkel Pick:

Kent State
(-3)

 

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'On the Hardwood'

Golden State Warriors will be going for the season sweep against Washington Wizards Monday when these two inter-conference opponents battle it out for the second time this season. Warriors continue to set the pace in the Association with nine victories in their last ten games moving the mark to an NBA best 56-13 (40-28-1 ATS) including a 33-2 record on Oracle Arena hardwood (24-10-1 ATS). Golden State looking to extend a 12-0 (8-4 ATS) streak on home court dropping an average 110.5 PPG through the iron have been given the nod by oddsmakers as Warriors have opened 11.5 point favorites. Wizards carrying a 5-2 SU/ATS stretch into Oakland after falling to Kings last night enter 40-30 (28-41-1 ATS) on the campaign but have struggle away from the Nation's Capital at 15-20 with a 12-22-1 mark against the betting line. Tough spot for Washington. The Wizards have dropped 11 of the last 13 on the road averaging just 89.7 points (3-10 ATS) and Warriors are an awesome 37-1 (26-11-1 ATS) when its opponent nets under 100 PPG. Washington has another poor situation to overcome. Wizards have failed to respond as road underdogs playing without rest posting a 1-6 ATS record including 0-4 ATS when matched up against a non-conference foe.