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Ricky's 1* play on Under.

Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant.

- The Under is 3-0 in the Thunder last 3 games.

- The Under is 4-2 in the Thunder last 6 home games.

- The total has gone Under in 2 of the Warriors last 3 versus OKC. 

Verdict: Points should be hard to come by in this game.

Free Play – Take #699 Oklahoma +7.5 over Texas (8:30 p.m. ET, Saturday, Mar. 7)

While Texas has slid in losing three of four SU/ATS, Oklahoma has shown late-season improvement in winning five of seven (SU/ATS) and has won three in a row. That’s why the underdog could have an appeal, since road teams beating the spread by more than six points in three consecutive games, against an opponent after going over the total by more than 24 points in their previous game, are 67-26 ATS, including 5-0 this season.

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1* Bet on North Dakota/St. Thomas: under 154½

FRANK’S CUTTING ROOM FLOOR FOR SATURDAY, 3/7:

My “Cutting Room Floor” plays are the situations I considered the closest to being worthy of investment but did not make the “final cut” for my official plays today for subscribers. The last play I cut for Saturday is with Northwestern plus the points versus Minnesota. Northwestern (13-17) had won three games in a row before a 70-66 loss at home against Purdue as an 11.5-point underdog on Wednesday. The Wildcats have covered the point spread in 9 of their last 15 games on the road after a losing to a fellow Big Ten rival. They have also covered the point spread in 16 of their last 27 road games as an underdog or a pick ‘em. Minnesota (14-16) has lost two of their last three games after a 77-47 loss at Indiana as a 6.5-point underdog on Wednesday. The Golden Gophers return home where they have failed to cover the point spread in 6 straight games when favored by up to six points. They have also failed to cover the point spread in 5 of their last 7 games against teams that are winning 40-49% of their games. Take Northwestern plus the points. Best of luck — Frank.

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1* Free Pick on UCLA -5½

UCLA comes into this rivalry showdown playing its best basketball of the season.
The Bruins have covered the spread in five of their last six games.

Their defense is the clear difference-maker in this spot.
UCLA currently ranks in the top 15 nationally in adjusted defensive efficiency.

They force teams into long possessions and late-clock contested shots.
USC is struggling to find any consistent offensive rhythm lately.

The Trojans are turning the ball over on nearly 20% of their possessions.
You cannot give extra chances to a team as disciplined as UCLA.

USC also has a major weakness defending the three-point line.
The Bruins are hitting over 38% from deep over the last month of play.

UCLA won the first meeting this year by double digits.
They dominated the paint and won the rebounding battle by a wide margin.

USC is just 2-7 ATS in their last nine games against winning teams.
The Trojans simply do not have the size to match UCLA's length inside.

UCLA is grabbing offensive boards on 35% of their misses lately.
Those second-chance points will wear USC down in a rivalry setting.

The Bruins are 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to the Galen Center.
They have the veteran guards needed to handle a loud road environment.

This line is too short for the massive gap in execution.
Expect UCLA to pull away in the second half as the USC offense stalls out.

I like the UCLA -5.5 (-112).

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1* NCAAB - Northwestern/Minnesota FREE PICK on Minnesota -2.5

1* Best Bet on Auburn +7½

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1* Free Sharp Play on William & Mary -4½ -112

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The Saturday Comp play is on Texas Tech plus the 2-3 points. Game 715 at 10:30 eastern. The Red Raiders have won and covered all 4 games they have played with BYU and they come in off a home favored loss to TCU last out. BYU is in a 0-9 system that plays against non ranked home favorites of 7 or less if they scored less than 80 points in their last game and are taking on a ranked team that is off a home favored loss that has less than 4 days rest  in games where the total is more than 148. Look for Tech to at the very least cover here. GL Rob V-

This is a play on the NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS for our Saturday Free Play. This is the head scratching line of the night and we are going with the value. North Dakota easily took care of Denver on Friday in the Summit League tournament quarterfinals as it was getting 3.5 points and won by 16 points and now it is getting 12.5 points. On the flip side, St. Thomas was a 4.5-point favorite over 7-9 South Dakota St. and while it won by 13 points, the Tommies are now they are laying eight more points against a 10-6 team. The Fighting Hawks were getting 11.5 points at St. Thomas in the last meeting and won it outright and now they are getting a bigger number on a neutral floor and while that is a flag to actually take the favorite and the opposite move, not at a number this big in a conference tournament semifinal game. North Dakota is low in the metrics which is why the line is where it is with a lot of that due to half of their conference win by one possession. We are biting with the overpriced number. Play (757) North Dakota Fighting Hawks

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USC +6 1/2

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R&R Totals FREE CBB Over-Under Saturday 3-7-26

OVER 151 1/2 North Dakota/St Thomas

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In the bustling world of mixed martial arts betting, where underdogs often deliver the most thrilling payouts, Cody Garbrandt emerges as a compelling choice against Long Xiao this Saturday, March 7, at plus-130 odds, offering savvy bettors a chance to capitalize on a veteran fighter's proven skills amid shifting trends in the bantamweight division. Garbrandt, boasting a professional record of 14 wins and 7 losses, brings a wealth of experience from his days as a former champion, his striking landing at a 39 percent accuracy rate, while absorbing fewer blows per minute compared to many in his weight class, which could prove crucial against an opponent known for aggressive forward pressure. Recent betting patterns show that underdogs in prelim bouts have cashed in around 40 percent of the time over the last two years, particularly when facing prospects with high-volume striking but vulnerabilities in defense, a scenario that aligns perfectly with this matchup, as Garbrandt's quick hands and counterpunching have historically dismantled fighters who overcommit early.

Delving deeper into the angles, Garbrandt's boxing pedigree stands out, honed through years of high-level competition, allowing him to exploit gaps in aggressive styles like Xiao's, who averages 5.25 significant strikes per minute but has shown susceptibility in recent unanimous decision losses, including one where he outstruck his foe yet failed to secure the win. With both men standing at 5 feet 8 inches, Xiao holds a 5-inch reach advantage at 70 inches to Garbrandt's 65, yet statistics reveal that such edges often diminish against boxers who close distance effectively, as Garbrandt has done in his 60 percent knockout rate among victories, turning the tide in chaotic exchanges. Betting trends further favor this upset potential, with veterans over 30 years old bouncing back in 35 percent of underdog spots against younger talents in the 135-pound class, especially when the favorite has a bloated record padded by decisions rather than finishes, much like Xiao's 27-10 ledger that includes only 5 knockouts despite his volume.

As the fight approaches , bettors should consider the intangible factors, such as Garbrandt's motivation following back-to-back setbacks, contrasted with Xiao's youth at 27 years old, which brings energy but also inexperience in big-stage prelims, where crowd energy and pace can overwhelm. Historical data from similar clashes indicates that when a former titleholder faces a rising star with a striking differential, the underdog prevails more often than odds suggest, particularly if the bout stays standing, where Garbrandt's 2.88 strikes landed per minute mask his efficiency in bursts that lead to stoppages. This pick isn't just about raw numbers, though, it's about recognizing value in a line that undervalues resilience, making Garbrandt's path to victory through sharp counters and veteran savvy a bet worth pursuing in a division ripe for surprises.

1* on UC-Davis +9½

FREE PLAY on Atlanta United +115

For my best free pick on the board I am looking at college basketball and the Oregon Ducks hosting the Washington Huskies on senior night in Eugene. Oregon got absolutely woodshedded by this Washington team 72-57 just a little over a month ago. Washington just 4-8 on the road SU and Oregon 9-7 SU at home. With how bad this season has gone and Washington coming off a big blowout win versus a good USC team would should see the world here on the Huskies but not me I am backing the Ducks plus any points I can get here.

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