Basket Case,
The rationale behind Iowa State is real simple for me. I think first and foremost they are at home as a small favorite which I like almost as much as a home underdog. Another factor is that Iowa State has the best player on the court in Brackins. Also I think everybody is thinking that this Drake team is going to be the same as last year's. I don't see it. I think they were a bit of a mirage last year.
The rationale for Georgia is that I love home underdog's. Like them even better in conference play. Also this is a feeling game. I often go on feelings more than straight up numbers that some handicappers use. Getting points with the home team is all I need in this instance. I feel it is good value. I may completely off on this one as I have been before but it is my feeling. The only thing that concerns me about Va Tech is Allen inside. I know Georgia has nobody that can stop him one on one so I am hoping Felton comes up with something to surround Allen.