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1* Free Pick on Panthers/Bucs: under 43½

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1* FREE INFO PLAY Bucs -3 +100

For my best free pick of the day for Saturday I am looking at the NFL and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hosting the Carolina Panthers. Bettors are fickle creatures they have seen Tampa lose 7 of the last 8 games they have played and are flocking to public dog Carolina in droves both ATS and on the ML. This price has been bet down to where I like it. Tampa is 0-8 ATS last 8 further pushing this game to major value territory.  Look for this game to be tied at the half with Tampa winning late by 7.

Play on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lay the points rotation #346

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*Free Play Over* The UCSB Gauchos don't have the level of defense they have had in recent years. They still have shooters spreading out the floor though. Cal State Northridge is very committed to pushing the pace, and I think they can get into the paint and score a lot of points here. An up and down type game where it stays close throughout. Take the over.

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Our models suggest that the value is on the Under. The total has gone under in 6 of UCLA last 13 games. The Under is 3-2 in Iowa  last 5 games.

David's NBA Free Pick

We really like the underdog in this matchup. The Trailblazers are 5-1 against the spread playing on 0 days rest and 14-8 against the spread as underdogs.

This is a 1% FREE PLAY on the BLAZERS.

Free Play from Doc’s Sports. Take #335 Green Bay Packers over Minnesota Vikings (1p.m., Sunday, January 4 CBS) Green Bay is locked into the No. 7 seed in the NFC Playoffs and thus the experts are expecting them to rest a lot of players in this game. Minnesota is still very weak at the quarterback position, and I am not sure this is a good spot for them laying this many points against a divisional opponent. Does Green Bay really want to enter the playoffs getting blown out in this game making it 4 straight losses? I think they will play some key players and be able to take this game down to the wire. Do not miss out on Doc’s Sports Weekend Football Card featuring top plays in NFL, College Football, NBA, and NHL. Sign-up now and let 54 years of handicapping experience work for you.

Free Pick on Lightning -200

1* Free Sharp Play on Lille OSC -115

LSU +6 at Texas A&M (SEC Opener – January 3, 2026)
The line opened around Texas A&M -6 and has seen some sharp money pushing it toward the Aggies, with reports of buyback after it briefly dipped to 5.5. Betting splits favor A&M heavily on tickets, but the handle shows more respect for LSU as a live underdog.
Both teams enter SEC play with high-scoring offenses: Texas A&M is averaging over 96 PPG (fueled by elite 3-point volume and efficiency), while LSU sits at 89 PPG behind strong interior play and transition scoring. Neither has been particularly reliable against the spread this season—Texas A&M has struggled to cover in spots despite the gaudy scoring, and LSU's non-conference ATS record reflects similar inconsistencies.
Texas A&M's calling card is offense, but their defense has shown vulnerabilities, ranking outside the top tier in efficiency metrics entering conference play. LSU, meanwhile, has struggled with perimeter shooting overall (around 33% from three) and could face added challenges on the road, where their 3-point accuracy has dipped in limited true away games.
Advanced metrics like KenPom rate LSU slightly higher overall heading into this matchup, suggesting the Tigers are the marginally better team on a neutral floor. The key variable is star point guard Dedan Thomas Jr., who is listed as doubtful with a lower-body injury sustained in practice this week. Thomas leads LSU in scoring and assists, orchestrating much of their offensive flow—if he's limited or out, it caps their ceiling significantly.
Even without Thomas at full strength, LSU has enough secondary scoring (Nwoko inside, contributions from Sutton and Mackinnon) and defensive solidity to hang around in a high-possession game. The +6. feels like solid value on a road underdog capable of keeping this within a single possession, especially given the offensive firepower on both sides and neither team's dominance covering numbers.
Recommended Play: LSU +6

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1* Best Bet on Avalanche/Hurricanes under 6½ -115

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Saturday NFL Free play. My selection is on the 'under' between Seattle and San Francisco at 8 pm et on Saturday.

This game is for all the marbles in the NFC West and both teams enter it on a tear. The 49ers in particular have been humming offensively, leading to three straight 'over' results. I think we'll see that streak end here. Both teams are dealing with injury concerns on their offensive line. The Seahawks will be without their starter Charles Cross, not to mention his backup, at left tackle. We saw Seattle play a game of 'hide the quarterback' at times in a similarly important affair at Carolina last Sunday. The Niners could be without all-world LT Trent Williams after he missed the entire week of practice with a hamstring injury. While San Francisco's offense has been red hot, it runs into a truly elite Seahawks defense here. Expect a grind-it-out affair, much like we saw in the first meeting between these teams way back in Week 1 (30 total points were scored in that game). Take the under.

1* Free Play on Mississippi State +9½ -110

Jack's Free Pick Sunday: Buffalo Bills -7.5

The Buffalo Bills were really pissed off when they lost to the Eagles at home last week.  They want to get that sour taste out of their mouths heading into the playoffs, and they still have AFC wild card seeing to play for.  That's evident by the fact that head coach Sean McDermott will play his starters.

Josh Allen and the entire Buffalo offense is healthy and ready to go with the exception of TE Dalton Kincaid, who is listed as questionable.  And there's no question that the Bills are going to hang a big number on what is one of the worst defenses in the NFL right now in the New York Jets.

The Jets are 0-4 SU & 0-4 ATS in their last four games overall with all four losses coming by 23 points or more.  They are clearly tanking and would be better off losing this game too, and they know it.  They have allowed a whopping 38.3 points per game in the four losses.  Even poor offenses like Miami (34 points) and New Orleans (29) made easy work of them.

The Jets have been a mess defensively since trading away Quentin Williams and Sauce Gardner.  They have since lost they next best defender in DE Will McDonald.  They have 12 defenders either on IR or out for this one.  Their starting CB's last week in Stiggers (out) and Stephens (questionable) could both miss.

The injury situation isn't much better on offense, either.  You know both Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor could have returned to action, instead they have both been out with 'injuries', so the Jets have gone with rookie 3rd-stringer Brady Cook.  That experiment has been a disaster with Cook averaging just 5.2 yards per attempt on 131 attempts with a 1-to-7 TD/INT ratio.

Of course, he doesn't have much help either with the two beast weapons in WR Garrett Wilson and TE Mason Taylor out.  Now the top two RB's are likely out with Breece Hall questionable and Isaiah Davis out for sure.  Hall reportedly suffered a knee injury after getting his 1,000 yards last week.  I'm guessing they are going to sit him and keep this tank going.

I know the Bills could pull starters especially if they get a big lead by halftime, but I don't think it matters.  This New York offense is incapable of coming back.  I also think the Bills have one of the best backup QB's in the league in Mitchell Trubisky, and he will keep the points coming if he gets in there.

This will be similar to the 30-10 beat down by Buffalo in the first meeting when the Bills outgained the Jets 403 to 154, or by 249 yards total yards.  The Bills also won the final meeting last year 40-14 in Buffalo.  I really like the Bills -1.5 in 6-point teasers with the Bengals -1.5, the Rams -2.5 and the 49ers +8.5 at current lines as of this writing Friday night.  But I'm willing to lay the -7.5, too.  Bet the Bills Sunday.

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1* NFL - Panthers/Bucs FREE PICK on Bucs -3

Dave's Sunday Free Play:

1* on Lions/Bears OVER 50.5

The Key: The Chicago Bears are coming off a 42-38 shootout loss to the San Francisco 49ers.  They have one of the best offenses in the NFL, but also one of the worst defenses.  The Detroit Lions fit a similar profile.  The Lions are 3rd in scoring offense at 28.9 PPG.  Both teams are a lot healthier on offense than they are on defense right now.  The Lions are without DT Alim McNeill, LB Alex Anzalone and basically their entire starting secondary.  The Bears have a poor secondary that was exposed by the 49ers last week.  They lost LB Noah Sewell to injury in that game and he's on IR now.  The Bears yielded 496 total yards to the 49ers.  They yielded 511 total yards to the Lions in a 52-21 loss in their first matchup this season that saw 73 combined points.  The weather looks good for another shootout in the rematch with temps in the 30's, no wind and no rain in Chicago Sunday.  Take the OVER.

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1 Unit FREE PLAY on Houston Texans -10

The Houston Texans are 8-0 SU & 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall to pull within one game of the Jacksonville Jaguars for the AFC South title.  They are still alive for it with a win, and they can improve their seeding in the wild card with a win, too.  They have a lot to play for still and will be playing their starters.  I think they want to keep this run going and will make easy work of the Indianapolis Colts.  The Colts are 0-6 SU & 2-4 ATS in their last six games overall.  They have officially been eliminated from playoff contention.  Now Philip Rivers will sit and give way to rookie Riley Leonard to make his first career start.  It wouldn't come against a tougher defense than Houston, which has the top-ranked stop unit in the NFL.  Leonard is averaging only 4.4 yards per attempt on his 33 attempts with 2 INT's without a TD.  The Colts will sit Sauce Gardner and are without several of their best defenders.  They gave up 48 points to the 49ers two weeks ago and 371 yards to the Jaguars last week.  The Texans had 364 yards on the Colts in their first meeting this season.  Give me the Texans.

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The NHL Comp play for Saturday is on Edmonton at 3:35 eastern. The Oilers are in a long term 78-19 power System that pertains to January home favorites in this range that are off a blowout loss by more than 3 goals. Edmonton has won 6 straight off one exact loss. The Flyers are in the last game of a 5 game rip and were blown out in Calgary. The Oilers have won the last 3 here at home vs the Flyers and likely win this one as well. Play on Edmonton today. GL R.V

Cowboys vs Giants 
1 EST, Sunday 
5-Unit bet on the Giants priced as 3-point home underdogs.

I am lacking confidence that the Giants QB will play the whole game, so be sure to check the latest news between now and kickoff. I have heard just one quarter and even one series, but if it is unknown at kickoff, don’t bet more than 3 units. Still, the betting system supporting the opportunity has produced exceptional results over many seasons and all of what we do now is priced into the market - just like in stocks and commodities trading.

The following NFL betting algorithm has compiled an outstanding 21-23 SU, and 32-11-1 ATS for 74% winning bets since 1990 or 35 seasons of action.

The game occurs over the past 4 weeks of the regular season.

Bet on home underdogs that won five or fewer games in their previous season.

They have won no more than 33% of their games this season.

The opponent allows more rushing yards per attempt than they have gained.

1* Free Pick on Panthers +3 -115

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Saturday’s FREE WINNER: Kansas Jayhawks.

Game 635.

11:00 AM PST/2:00 PM EST.

We've got an exciting Big 12 matchup today as Kansas travels to Orlando, Florida to take on Central Florida. The Jayhawks took all three meetings against the Knights a season ago, one on the road, and two at home. The first matchup saw them devour UCF, 99-48, then the next two we're both decided by four points, with the later in overtime. Kansas enters this matchup playing some great basketball, winning four in a row and seven of their last eight both straight up and against the spread. Central Florida is one of the hottest teams in college basketball, riding a 10-game win streak in which they've covered six of those 10 outings. I will admit, the Jayhawks have faced a little stiffer competition overall, and are hoping to have back Darryn Peterson. The freshman standout has missed the last nine contests, but reports are he may (check status) see some action here today. To be honest though, during his absence, this team has taken down the likes of Notre Dame, Syracuse, Tennessee, Missouri, and NC State, and losing a five-point heartbreaker at the hands of Connecticut. They have TCU Up next, so I don't think they're going to be in a look ahead situation here. I will also admit their offense leaves a lot to be desired. But their defense ranks in the top-10 and just about every major category including free-throw percentage, field-goal percentage, three-point percent, and points per game allowed, as they yield just 63.4 PPG. I believe they will frustrate the Knights offense, while they're very talented and deep squad takes care of the rest. This is both teams first league game of the season and I feel Bill Self, will have his boys prepped and ready. Take Kansas. Thank you.

Seahawks -2.5

Seattle is worth a free move on Saturday. The winner grabs the top seed in the NFC and Seattle is the better of the two teams on the defensive end. We’ve seen the last few weeks where the 49ers have got into shootouts ass they haven’t been able to stop anyone. Darnold and company can match the firepower offensively and they’re worth the move. Back Seattle. My daily FREE plays are meant to be cheap bankroll plays. Money management is everything in this game, and these freebies are designed to keep you moving in the right direction. Saturday's FREE selection is a strong lean on the SEAHAWKS -2.5. The number makes sense, the spot is right, and it’s a play worth taking. You know what to do. Good luck — Razor Ray

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Saturday's NBA Free Pick

PLAY ON: Raptors -3.5 

Our selection is on the Los Angeles Kings to defeat the Minnesota Wild on Saturday at 9:07pm ET for a number of reasons. Here are some of the more important ones:

Minnesota played last night against Anaheim and should be a bit fatigued for tonight's game.

The Wild are just 1-4 over their L5 games played on the road against the Kings.

Los Angeles has been on the decline slightly lately, but are the favorites tonight and for a strong reason.

The Kings have won 15 of their L20 games played at home against opponents from the Central Division.

We're on the Kings.

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1* on Bucs -3

Jazz vs Warriors NBA Free Pick

The Angle: This looks like a tough spot for the Golden State Warriors who are on the second leg of a back-to-back after battling the Thunder on Friday, without Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler at that.

Green is expected to be back, but the status of Curry (ankle) and Butler (illness) is uncertain. Due to all the uncertainty we're going small with this free pick, but I can see this line dropping if more Warriors are announced available.

The Bet: JAZZ (1%). 

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Ricky's 1* play on CAR.

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.

- Carolina is 6-3 ATS in its last 9 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference South division.

- Tampa Bay is 0-8 ATS in its last 8 games.

- Tampa Bay is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games at home.

Verdict: The value is on the Road Underdog.

FREE PLAY on Panthers/Bucs under 44

3* on under

The Tennessee Volunteers and the Arkansas Razorbacks meet Saturday in college basketball. The Tennessee Volunteers are 10-3 on the year. The Volunteers have won 3 in a row. Ja’Kobi Gillespie leads the Vols in scoring with 17.8 PPG. Nate Ament has scored 15.4 PPG. They have three players scoring in double-digits. The Arkansas Razorbacks are also 10-3 this season. Darius Acuff Jr. leads Arkansas with 18.9 PPG. Meleek Thomas has added 14.2 PPG. Arkansas also has three players scoring in double digits. Arkansas has won each of its last 14 games as an AP-ranked team at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas is almost unbeatable at Bud Walton Arena. Tennessee looks good on paper, but to the eyes, they don’t look as good as Vols teams in years past, and I feel they are a little overrated with their underwhelming schedule. Take the Razorbacks to defend their home court and cover.

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(#306595) Texas Southern Tigers @ (#306596) Southern Jaguars | OVER | . 

While neither of these two teams have had a good start to the season, both like to play fast. According to KenPom's adjusted tempo ratings, both of these sides rank in the top 60 in the country in terms of speed of play.

Don't get me wrong, the lack of offense is definitely what's keeping this total in the low 150's. But, playing against each other should open things up and I don't expect the poor offensive numbers to come into play on Saturday afternoon. Both teams could use this win and I believe that it'll be high scoring. Go "over."

Burns' Prediction: 84-78 Southern.