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| NCAA-B | Feb 09, 2026 Arizona vs. Kansas |
Arizona -2½ -110 at BUCKEYE |
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1* Free Pick on Arizona -2 Arizona is laying points in one of the toughest environments in college basketball for a reason. They have the offensive depth to overwhelm a Kansas team that is struggling to find its identity. The Wildcats currently rank in the top ten nationally in effective field goal percentage. They are shooting the lights out from deep and forcing teams to pick their poison. Kansas has been vulnerable on the perimeter lately. They gave up too many open looks in their last two games against high-volume shooting teams. Arizona plays at a lightning-fast pace that wears opponents down by the under-eight timeout. Kansas prefers a more controlled game but they won't be able to dictate the tempo here. Both teams are coming off games this past Saturday. Fatigue shouldn't be a massive factor, but Arizonas bench is much deeper right now. The Jayhawks are missing an elite rim protector this season. Arizonas bigs are mobile and will beat the Kansas frontcourt to the spot in transition. The Wildcats are also elite at crashing the offensive glass. They create second-chance opportunities that break the spirit of home crowds. Kansas is just 2-5 against the spread in their last seven games. They are being overvalued because of the name on the jersey and the history of Allen Fieldhouse. Arizona has the talent and the coaching to go into Lawrence and dictate the terms. This spread is short because books are scared of the home-court hype, but the numbers favor the visitors. Trust the superior offense to pull away in the final four minutes. I like the Arizona -2.5.
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NCAA-B | Feb 08, 2026 Charlotte vs Memphis |
Charlotte +9½ -112 at Draft Kings |
Lost $112.0 |
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5* NO BRAINER on Charlotte +9 Charlotte is catching way too many points in a matchup where they have the schematic advantage to keep things tight. The 49ers are 7-3 in American Conference play and currently sit tied for second in the league standings. Memphis has been the definition of mediocre this season with an 11-11 record and major issues sustaining momentum. The Tigers are coming off an emotional win over UAB, but that game saw Sincere Parker explode for a 40-point outlier performance that is unlikely to repeat today. Charlotte plays at one of the slowest paces in the entire country and excels at grinding games down to a halt. This deliberate style limits the number of possessions and makes it incredibly difficult for a favorite like Memphis to pull away by double digits. The 49ers shoot 36 percent from three-point range in conference play and have the perimeter shooters to exploit a Memphis defense that can be undisciplined. Dezayne Mingo and Ben Bradford lead a backcourt that is comfortable operating in high-pressure environments on the road. Memphis is still dealing with depth issues as Ashton Hardaway and Hasan Abdul Hakim remain questionable with health concerns. Charlotte is also monitoring Frank Oguche and David Gomez, but the core of their rotation remains intact and ready for this spot. The Niners are coming off a loss to Wichita State, which provides plenty of motivation to get back on track against a big-name opponent. Expect a low-possession, defensive battle that stays competitive until the final whistle. The 9.5-point cushion is a massive gift for a team that has been far more reliable than Memphis all winter. I like the Charlotte +9.5 (-112) |
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NFL | Feb 08, 2026 Seahawks vs Patriots |
Seahawks -4½ -105 at PlayMGM |
Won $100 |
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1* Free Pick on Seahawks -4 Seattles defensive front is the clear difference in this matchup. They are winning the battle in the trenches and getting to the quarterback with just four rushers. The Patriots' offensive line is a major weak spot right now. They are dealing with multiple injuries in the middle of the line and it is killing their offensive success rate. New England is near the bottom of the league in pressure rate allowed over the last month. Seattles pass rush ranks top five in sacks during that same stretch. The Seahawks' offense is hitting its stride at the perfect time. Their EPA per play has climbed because they are staying out of third-and-long situations and staying ahead of the chains. Seattles receivers are elite at beating man coverage. New England plays a lot of man, but they do not have the speed in the secondary to shadow these deep threats for four quarters. The Patriots' run game has hit a wall lately. They are averaging under 3.6 yards per carry over their last four games and cannot stay balanced. When New England becomes one-dimensional, they struggle to move the ball. Seattles secondary is too disciplined to let a limited passing game beat them over the top. The Seahawks are 5-1 ATS in their last six games on the road. This team plays with a lot of confidence away from home and won't be bothered by the environment in Foxborough. New England is 2-7 ATS as a home underdog this season. They have failed to stay competitive when facing teams with a clear talent advantage like Seattle. The Seahawks also have a big edge in the kicking game and special teams. Expect them to win the field position battle and keep the Patriots pinned deep in their own territory. Seattle will control the clock and pull away in the second half. The Patriots' defense will wear down after being on the field for too many snaps. I like the Seahawks -4.5 (-105).
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NFL | Feb 08, 2026 Seahawks vs Patriots |
UNDER 46 -115 |
Won $100 |
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5* NO BRAINER on Seahawks/Patriots: under 46 This total is sitting way too high for a matchup between two units that want to grind the clock. The Seahawks have transformed into a defensive powerhouse that specializes in taking away the deep ball. They rank in the top five in defensive EPA and rarely give up explosive plays over the top. New England plays a similarly disciplined style that focuses on limiting possessions and winning the field position battle. The Patriots offense is built on a heavy rushing attack that keeps the clock moving and the opposing quarterback on the sideline. Expect a lot of three-yard runs and short completions that keep the chains moving but do not result in quick scores. Super Bowl Sunday often brings out a conservative approach from coaches who are terrified of an early turnover. The first quarter will likely be a feeling-out process with both teams settling for field goals rather than pushing the envelope. Seattles pass rush has been dominant over the final month of the season and will make life miserable in the pocket. The Patriots' secondary is healthy and excels at disguising coverages to bait quarterbacks into check-downs. When you get two teams this physical in the trenches, the game naturally trends toward a low-scoring slugfest. Both coaching staffs prefer a ball-control rhythm that limits the total number of snaps in the game. The pressure of the big stage usually leads to tighter execution and fewer risks taken down the field. The Under has been a consistent winner for both of these teams when facing elite defensive competition this year. Everything about this matchup points to a game played in the teens or low twenties. I like the Under 46. |
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