The set-up: After their come from behind 110-107 home win just last night, I expect a predictable letdown here from the Knicks. New York is just 7-10 on the road as well. Detroit's been poor no matter where it's been, but it's been much better at home (6-9), than on the road (3-15.) Detroit's losing, but it's trying its hardest to compete, most recently falling by three points at home to an even more desperate Sacramento club. 

The pick: Detroit plays with revenge here, as the Knicks have won two straight in this series (note though that the Pistons have won eight of ten, including four of the last five here at the Lil Ceaser's Arena.) I think the hungry home side is worth a second look in this one.

This is a 1* FREE PLAY on the Pistons.

The set-up: This NHL season is all about picking "spots." Teams are playing each other so often, that situational handicapping has been key to this point. And when I look at this game, that's definitely the approach I'm taking here. The Flyers held on for a 3-0 win here two nights ago and suffice it to say, I'm absolutely expecting a more wide-open shootout in the second contest. 

The pick: Note that Philadelphia has seen the total go "over" the number in seven of its last nine after posting a road shutout in a three goals or greatner victory, while Buffalo has seen the total eclipse the posted number in eight of its last 11 home games in trying to revenge an inseason shutout loss to an opponent. Expect this faster-paced contest to fly "over" the number sooner, rather than later.

This is a 10* TOTAL COACH'S CORNER on the OVER Flyers/Sabres.

The set-up: The Aggies took the first game on Friday night by a score of 75-72. This is a battle between the third and fifth ranked teams. This game means much more to Utah State at this point though, because its still currently on the outside of the NCAA Tournament looking in. Utah State has already moved into third though after Boise State lost to SDSU. Utah State needs to win its last three games and it has a chance to run down Colorado State still. 

The pick: Nevada played well and covered two nights ago, but previous to that it hadn't played since early February due to COVID issues. I think the Wolfpack get caught flat-footed here now in this second contest and vs. this determined home side. Nevada gave its best shot and came up short last time out and with a chance to end their Tournament hopes, I like the Aggies to find a way to deliver the goods. 

This is a 10* ULTIMATE DESTRUCTION on Utah State.

The set-up: Memphis is gonna be hungry here as it comes to Houston having lost three of its last four. Most recently the Grizz fell 119-99 at home to the Clippers. I think it's very interesting to note here that the Grizzlies have seen the total go "over" the number in eight of their last ten games after scoring 100 or less points in a SU/ATS home loss in their last outing. 

The pick: Here's the perfect opponent to get back on track against. Or at least attempt to. The Rockets can empathize with the Grizz, as they come into this one having lost ten in a row. Both teams are struggling, but hungry. Expect this to result in a faster-paced, and ultimately higher-scoring game.

This is a 10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the OVER Grizzlies/Rockets.

The set-up: Clearly WKU is the better team. The Hilltoppers are 16-5, but I don't think they're going to be able to cover this large spread. The FIU Panthers are 9-15. FIU won't be lacking for motivation after losing six in a row. The Panthers average 74.9 PPG, and they allow 76. 

The pick: WKU comes in complacent here after winning seven of its last eight, including a 91-58 blowout victory over FIU in its last outing. Winning can lead to complacency (especially at the Collegiate level), and that's what I'm expecting here. With a final home series vs. fourth place ODU up next, this also sets up as a "look-ahead" spot for the home side. I like FIU to keep this one a lot closer than what this spread would suggest. 

This is a 10* DESTRUCTION on Florida International.