Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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02-06-19 | Oklahoma State +9 v. TCU | 68-70 | Win | 100 | 28 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Oklahoma State. 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. - Money in the bank. While this is in fact a “trend,” it’s also my “key angle” for this contest. And that’s because despite having started so horribly this season, OKS has been fantastic in this spot for bettors by going 8-1 ATS in its last nine off a loss by ten points or more to a conference rival. Key Trends: - The Cowboys are 7-4 ATS in their last 11 after playing a game as home underdog. - TCU is just 3-5 vs. conference opponents this year. - The Horned Frogs are just 4-5 ATS in their last nine off a loss by ten points or more to a conference rival. The verdict: These teams are struggling in conference play, but they won’t be lacking for motivation. I’m expecting an all out battle until the final horn, so grab up all those points! | |||||||
02-06-19 | Wizards +12 v. Bucks | Top | 129-148 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Wizards. 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. - Letdown spot. For the Bucks that is. I think Milwaukee gets caught looking past its lowly opponent today after winning four straight and ten of its last 11. Note that the Bucks have been terrible in this position for bettors as well by going only 3-7 ATS in their last ten after two or more consecutive road victories. Key Trends: - Washington is still 10-5 ATS in its last 15 trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent in which it scored 110 points or more. - Milwaukee is just 21-25 ATS in its last 46 after covering four or five of its last six vs. the spread. The verdict: The Wizards are without Wall, but they won’t be lacking for motivation. With Milwaukee likely going to rest some starters in this one, I’m banking on this one being a lot closer than what this spread would suggest. Grab all those points! | |||||||
02-05-19 | Magic +10 v. Thunder | Top | 122-132 | Push | 0 | 27 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. 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. - Revenge. The Thunder had their big win streak snapped in a 134-129 road loss in Boston in their last game and they now face a Magic side which comes in off a big 102-89 home win over the Nets and which plays with revenge after falling 126-117 on the road in the first matchup between the teams on January 29th. Key Trends: - Orlando is 13-10 ATS on the road this year. - The Magic are 8-5 ATS this season in revenging a loss vs. an opponent. - The Thunder are only 3-7 ATS this season as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: No outright, but a war until the end. Grab the points! | |||||||
02-05-19 | Michigan v. Rutgers +10.5 | Top | 77-65 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 6 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Rutgers. 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. - Letdown spot. Rutgers comes in after having its three-game win streak snapped by Ohio State on Saturday. The Scarlet Knights are now 11-10 overall. But I think this sets up as “letdown spot” for the 20-2 visitors, who suffered just their second outright loss of the year in a poor 74-59 setback to Iowa on Friday. Key Trends: - Rutgers is 4-1 ATS in its last five home games vs. teams with a winning road record. - Michigan is only 2-5 ATS in its last seven following an ATS loss. The verdict: Since joining the Big 10 Rutgers is 0-6 SU in this matchup and while that likely winless record likely won’t change today, I think that the stage is set for a battle until the end. Grab all those points! | |||||||
02-04-19 | Rockets v. Suns +8.5 | Top | 118-110 | Win | 100 | 29 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Suns. 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. - Motivation levels. The Rockets broke a two-game slide with a win over the Jazz on Saturday, but the Suns come in having lost ten straight. Clearly Phoenix is now looking to cash out in the lottery, but I think it comes in motivated enough here to at the very least, take this one right down to the wire. Key Trends: - Houston is a horrible 9-14 ATS in its last 23 as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Rockets are just 2-4 ATS in their last six off an upset win of ten points or more as a road underdog. - The Suns are still 5-2 ATS in their last seven as a home underdog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: I think the visitors get caught looking past their lowly opponent. Grab the points! | |||||||
02-04-19 | Montana State +8 v. Northern Colorado | Top | 69-66 | Win | 100 | 29 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Montana State. 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. - Motivation levels. I think this plays a major role in the outcome of this game. Outright upset? Clearly it’s not completely out of the question, but I think that the “hungrier” team will at the very least take this one “right down to the wire.” The Bobcats have lost four of five, while Northern Colorado has won three in a row. I won’t try to convince you that Montana State is a great team which has just been unlucky to this point, as that’s not the case. I do think that it’s the much “hungrier” team today though and I look for that fact to be the difference maker. Key Trends: - Montana State is 7-2 ATS already vs. conference opponents this year. - Montana State is 3-1 ATS this season off a loss vs. a conference rival. - Northern Colorado is just 2-3 ATS at home this year. - Northern Colorado is only 1-3 ATS this season after allowing 60 points or less in its previous outing. The verdict: As stated off the top, I wouldn’t be completely shocked by the outright, but in the end I’m grabbing up all these points! | |||||||
02-04-19 | Ducks v. Maple Leafs -1.5 | Top | 1-6 | Win | 120 | 27 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Leafs on the puck line. 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. - No offense. The Ducks are struggling and they come in having lost three straight, getting outscored 17-4 in the process. Toronto averages 3.26 goals and allows 2.74 at home this year. Suffice it to say, I’m expecting a blowout of epic proportions here. Key Trends: - Anaheim is just 3-13 (-13 units) this season after three or more consecutive losses. - Toronto is 30-17 (+5 units) in its last 47 vs. teams with losing records. The verdict: Lay the 1.5 goals for the healthy return! | |||||||
02-03-19 | Stanford v. California +5.5 | Top | 84-81 | Win | 100 | 22 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Cal. 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. - Desperation. These are two crummy teams. Stanford has been alternating wins and losses of late (3-5 in conference play), but it looks poised for a predictable letdown here after scoring a win at home over Colorado last time out. The Bears though are 0-7 in league play and while they may not win this one outright, I think the “hungrier” team will at the very least, keep this one competitive until the final moments. Key Trends: - Stanford is just 13-14 ATS in its last 27 on the road. - The Cardinal are only 1-4 ATS in their last five when playing with seven or more days of rest. - Cal is 3-1 ATS in its last four when playing with seven or more days of rest. The verdict: I’m expecting a battle until the end between these horrible teams! | |||||||
02-03-19 | Clippers v. Raptors -10 | Top | 103-121 | Win | 100 | 21 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Toronto Raptors. 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. - Fatigue. For the Clippers that is. LA played from behind most of the game in Detroit last night, but it would rally for the victory in the end. I think the Clippers come in “dog tired” here in the second game of the back to back scenario. The Raptors on the other hand are out to atone for a poor 105-92 loss at home to the Bucks on Thursday. Toronto easily handled the Clippers 123-99 on the road earlier in the season and I think the conditions are correct for another blowout in this one. Key Trends: - LA is just 7-9 ATS as a road underdog this season. - Toronto is a perfect 6-0 ATS this year after falling to cover the spread in three or more consecutive games. The verdict: Everything points to a blowout. Lay the points! | |||||||
02-02-19 | Lakers +10 v. Warriors | Top | 101-115 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 45 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the LA Lakers. 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. - Letdown spot. For Golden State in my opinion. Sure LBJ is coming to town, but after having their 11 game win streak snapped at home by the 76ers, I think the Warriors are susceptible for a letdown here as well. Outright upset? Probably not, but I’m expecting a war until the final moments. Key Trends: - LA is 4-1 ATS in its last five as a road dog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Lakers are 8-2 ATS vs. the division this season. - The Warriors are already just 4-12 ATS this year as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a battle until the end! | |||||||
02-02-19 | Delaware v. William & Mary -5.5 | Top | 63-84 | Win | 100 | 23 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play William & Mary. 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. - Revenge. Delaware won the first meeting of the season 58-56 at home on January 3rd. The Blue Hens look poised for a letdown here after their tough 57-56 loss to Elon last time out. Conversely the Tribe broke a five-game losing streak last time out with a 75-69 win over Drexel. I think this one sets up beautifully for the home side. Key Trends: - Delaware is already only 1-2 ATS this year off an upset loss as a favorite. - William & Mary is 15-8 ATS in its last 23 when laying on one or less days rest. - The Tribe is 7-1 ATS in its last eight revenging a SU loss vs. an opponent as a favorite. The verdict: Lay the points and expect a blowout! | |||||||
02-01-19 | Rockets v. Nuggets -4.5 | Top | 122-136 | Win | 100 | 29 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Denver Nuggets. 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. - Revenge. The Rockets have somehow managed to take both games over the Nuggets this year. Houston had Clint Capella in the line-up for each of those contests though and now that Rockets’ big man is out/injured. So are several others for the visitors. The home side comes in healthy and in top form having won four straight. The Nugget have also been at the best at home this season. This one has blowout written all over it my professional opinion. Key Trends: - Houston is just 14-22 ATS in its last 36 when playing with two days rest. - The Rockets are a terrible 2-7 ATS this season after allowing 120 points or more in their previous outing. - Denver is 11-5 ATS already this season revenging a loss where an opponent scored 110 points or more. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lay the points! | |||||||
02-01-19 | Michigan -3 v. Iowa | Top | 59-74 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Michigan. 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. - Failing defense. The Hawkeyes have now lost back-to-back conference games thanks in part to a failing defensively. Overall Iowa has limited opponents to 100.7 points per 100 possessions this year, but that number has jumped to 111.8 during conference play. And that’s bad news facing a red hot Michigan team which has won three straight and which is 9-1 overall in Big Ten action. The Wolverines’ offend is one of the best in the nation as well averaging 112.8 points per 100 possessions. Key Trends: - Michigan is 10-5 ATS this year after a win by ten points or more. - The Wolverines are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 vs. teams with winning records. - Iowa is just 11-15 ATS in its last 26 following a loss vs. a conference rival. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay the points! | |||||||
01-31-19 | UTEP +11 v. Marshall | Top | 86-91 | Win | 100 | 25 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on UTEP. 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. - Momentum. The Herd have zero of it right now. Marshall has lost three straight and I think it’ll struggle with consistency here as well. UTEP on the other hand broke a three-game slide of its own vs. Charlotte last Saturday and while I’m not in fact calling for the outright upset, I think the Miners build off their latest effort with another solid performance on the road here against this floundering Marshall side. Key Trends: - UTEP is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 off a home win vs. a conference rival. - Marshall is just 3-5 ATS at home already this season. - The Herd are a horrible 2-6 ATS vs. the conference. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a battle until the end! | |||||||
01-31-19 | Rangers +1.5 v. Devils | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 25 h 37 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rangers on the puck line. 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. - Letdown spot for New Jersey. Granted the Devils are the better team playing at home, but New York is worth the price for the extra goal-and-a-half in my opinion. The Devils looked primed for a letdown here after their very satisfying 6-3 road win in Pittsburgh in their first game back from the break. The Rangers on the other hand look primed to bounce back after a 1-0 loss to Philadelphia in their most recent action. Key Trends: - New York is 8-6 (+4.3 units) this year following a divisional game. - New Jersey is just 5-8 (-4.8 units) this season after a win by two goals or more. The verdict: In a contest which I see coming down to the final moments or even in extra time, I’m laying the price for the insurance! | |||||||
01-30-19 | Hawks v. Kings -5.5 | Top | 113-135 | Win | 100 | 30 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Sacramento Kings. 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. - Letdown spot. For Atlanta that is. The Hawks come in off a road win over the Clippers and I believe they’ll suffer an immediate letdown here (note that the Clippers were playing without Lou Williams and big man Boban Marjanovic.) Key Trends: - Sacramento is 5-1 ATS in its last six vs. teams with losing SU records. - The Kings are 4-1 ATS in their last five following an ATS loss. - Sacramento is 14-5 ATS in its last 91 after a loss of more than ten or more points. - The Hawks are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven after a SU win. The verdict: Lay the points, expect a rout! | |||||||
01-30-19 | LSU v. Texas A&M +5.5 | Top | 72-57 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Texas A&M. 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. - LSU running out of gas. I do indeed feel that the Tigers come out a bit flat here. And would anyone blame them if they had a bit of a letdown here? LSU has roared out to a perfect records in the SEC over its first six games. However note that it’s been anything but easy it’s gone to OT twice and earned four quality wins as well. The Aggies won’t be going down without a fight and they come in with plenty of momentum themselves after downing K-State 65-53 in their most recent action. Key Trends: - LSU is still just 7-8 ATS as a favorite this year. - Texas A&M is already 6-3 ATS as an underdog this season. The verdict: The stage is set for the upset. That said, grab the ample points! | |||||||
01-29-19 | Kentucky v. Vanderbilt +9.5 | Top | 87-52 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Vanderbilt. 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. - Revenge. Kentucky has won five straight in the series, including a 56-47 home win in the first meeting this year on January 12th. Key Trends: - Kentucky is just 6-7 ATS this year after a non-conference game. - The Wildcats are 5-8 ATS in their last 13 after two consecutive covers as a favorite. - Vanderbilt is 5-1 AT in its last six in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-29-19 | Thunder v. Magic +6 | Top | 126-117 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. 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. - Letdown spot. For the Thunder in my opinion. OKC has been one of the hottest teams in the league and it comes in having won five straight, including a big 118-112 home win over the Bucks on Sunday. The Magic on the other hand can’t take anything for granted as they’ll be looking to bounce back from a 103-98 loss in Houston. Key Trends: - OKC is just 8-9 ATS as a road favorite this year. - Orlando is 8-4 ATS in its last 12 as a home underdog. The verdict: Expect this one to be a lot closer than what this spread would suggest and grab up all those points! | |||||||
01-28-19 | Nets v. Celtics -10 | Top | 104-112 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 44 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Celtics. 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. - Letdown spot. The Celtics come in off an encouraging loss to the white hot defending champs, but I think it’s the Nets who are doomed for a “letdown” here after six straight wins. They eked out a victory over the Knicks at home last time out, but the injury to Dinwiddie will prove to be significant over the long-term. I think Boston lays the hammer down vs. this over-achieving and now under-manned Nets team. Key Trends: - Boston is 6-2 ATS in its last eight following a loss. - The C’s are 35-16 ATS in their last 51 at home. - Brooklyn is still just 1-4 ATS in its last five road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage above .600. The verdict: I’m laying the points and expecting a blowout of epic proportions! | |||||||
01-28-19 | Duke v. Notre Dame +13 | Top | 83-61 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Notre Dame. 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. - Motivation levels. Would anyone fault the Blue Devils in some small way “looking past” their lowly opponent tonight? ND will be desperate though to bounce back here after a humbling 82-55 loss at home to Virginia last time out to fall to 1-6 in ACC play. I think the “hungrier” team keeps this one “interesting” down the stretch. Key Trends: - Duke is still just 11-12 ATS in its last 23 on the road. - The Blue Devils are already only 1-3 ATS this year when playing on one or less days rest. - ND is 6-2 ATS in its last eight vs. good offensive teams which average 77 plus points per night. The verdict: Look for the No. 2 team to come in a bit complacent and grab up all these points! | |||||||
01-27-19 | Southern Illinois +5.5 v. Loyola-Chicago | Top | 50-75 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Southern Illinois. 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. - Momentum. For the Salukis that is. Southern Illinois snapped a four-game conference losing streak with a 70-62 win over Northern Iowa and I think it carries that momentum over here. Loyola Chicago is on top of the conference and I think it gets caught looking past its lowly opponent tonight. Key Trends: - The Salukis are already 7-1 ATS not he road this year. - Southern Illinois is 4-1 ATS this season as an underdog. - Loyola Chicago is just 4-5 ATS this season as a home favorite or pick. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a “nail biter!” | |||||||
01-26-19 | 76ers +8.5 v. Nuggets | Top | 110-126 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia 76ers. 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. - Scheduling. The 76ers are without big man Embiid and Jimmy Butler is a question mark going in, but I think the value lies with the “under the radar” visitors, who will be looking to take advantage of a Nuggets team which played Phoenix just last night. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is 18-4 ATS in its last 22 after three consecutive non-conference games. - Denver is just 11-13 ATS in its last 24 after scoring 105 points or more in five straight games. The verdict: This one has upset written all over it. That said, grab the points! | |||||||
01-26-19 | Warriors v. Celtics +2 | 115-111 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 39 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on Kansas. 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. - The visitors can score with the best of them. Kentucky’s numbers are slightly better than the Jayhawks, but the visitors come in on top form. Kansas averages 78.1 PPG, while Kentucky averages 80. Expect this one to come down to whichever of these hungry sides has its hands on the ball last. Key Trends: - Kansas is 7-2 ATS in its last nine as an underdog. - Kentucky is just 3-6 ATS in its last nine as a home favorite in the 5.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab the points and expect a battle! | |||||||
01-26-19 | Tulane +17 v. SMU | 75-85 | Win | 100 | 24 h 26 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Tulane. 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. - Complacency. Who would fault SMU for looking past the lowly Green Wave, who have lost eight straight? The Mustangs though have been scuffling themselves, having lost three of their last four. Too many points here in my opinion given the current form of the favorite. Key Trends: - Tulane is 3-1 ATS in its last four as a road dog in the 12.5 to 18 points range. - SMU is already only 1-5 ATS this year following a conference game. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-26-19 | Kansas +6 v. Kentucky | Top | 63-71 | Loss | -105 | 24 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Kansas. 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. - The visitors can score with the best of them. Kentucky’s numbers are slightly better than the Jayhawks, but the visitors come in on top form. Kansas averages 78.1 PPG, while Kentucky averages 80. Expect this one to come down to whichever of these hungry sides has its hands on the ball last. Key Trends: - Kansas is 7-2 ATS in its last nine as an underdog. - Kentucky is just 3-6 ATS in its last nine as a home favorite in the 5.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab the points and expect a battle! | |||||||
01-26-19 | Boston College v. Wake Forest +1 | 65-61 | Loss | -105 | 22 h 27 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Wake Forest. 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. - Letdown spot. For BC that is. The Eagles come in off a big 87-82 upset win over No. 11 Florida State on Sunday. Wake on the other hand won’t be taking anything for granted after its humbling 68-45 loss at No. 9 Virginia in its latest action. Key Trends: - BC is already 0-2 ATS this year after a win by six points or less. - Wake Forest is 8-2 ATS in its last ten as a home underdog or pick. The verdict: I believe that home floor advantage will prove to be significant for the Demon Deacons this afternoon! | |||||||
01-25-19 | Raptors -1 v. Rockets | Top | 119-121 | Loss | -105 | 14 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Toronto Raptors. 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. - Letdown spot. For the Rockets that is. They’ve been playing at a very high level for a while now. Correct, James Harden has been playing at an extremely high level for a while now. Harden helped his team come from behind to knock off the Knicks in New York with 61 points. The Raptors come in as the “hungrier” team here after their 114-110 road loss in Indiana. The Raptors are deep defensively and I think Harden finally takes the foot off the gas here. Key Trends: - Toronto is 3-1 ATS in its last four vs. good offensive teams which score 106 plus points per contest. - Houston is just just 7-11 ATS in non-conference games. - The Rockets are only 9-12 ATS this year after playing a road game. The verdict: The Raptors took both games between the clubs last year. This is a bad matchup for Harden. Play on Toronto! | |||||||
01-25-19 | Michigan -4 v. Indiana | Top | 69-46 | Win | 100 | 26 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Michigan. 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. - Michigan’s defense. It’s ranked third in the nation, allowing just 57.1 PPG. The Hoosiers’ offense is ranked 163rd in the country, averaging 74.2 PPG. Key Trends: - Indiana is just 1-6 ATS in its last seven following a SU loss. - The Hoosiers are only 2-8 ATS in their last ten vs. a team with a winning percentage above .600. - Michigan is 20-8-2 ATS in its last 30 vs. teams with a winning percentage above .600. The verdict: The Hoosiers are having difficulty scoring right now, which spells disaster for the home side in my opinion. After their “close call” at home over the Gophers, look for the Wolverines to lay the hammer down from start to finish in this high-profile blockbuster! | |||||||
01-24-19 | Pelicans +11.5 v. Thunder | 116-122 | Win | 100 | 28 h 16 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the New Orleans Pelicans. 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. - Trap game. For the Thunder that is. The Pelicans are in action on Tuesday night and they won’t have Anthony Davis in the line-up, but I think the Thunder get caught looking ahead to two whole nights off followed by a prime-time matchup on Saturday night at home vs. the East leading Bucks. Key Trends: - New Orleans is 4-1 ATS in its last five as a road dog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - OKC is already just 3-7 ATS this year as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Thunder are just 1-6 ATS after a division game. The verdict: Bank on a much tighter affair than what this spread would suggest! | |||||||
01-24-19 | Green Bay +10.5 v. Northern Kentucky | 65-87 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Wisconsin Green Bay. 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. - Revenge. While they’ve yet to face each other this year, the Norse took both meetings over the Phoenix last season. Wisconsin Green Bay comes in as the “hungrier” team and it enters with plenty of momentum as well after posting the 90-85 home win over UIC in its most recent action. Key Trends: - Wisconsin Green Bay is 7-2 ATS in its last nine after a win by six points or less. - UNT is just 3-4 ATS this year after scoring 80 points or more. The verdict: I think this one will be much more competitive than what this spread suggests. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-24-19 | Hofstra v. James Madison +8 | 85-68 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 8 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on James Madison. 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. - Motivation levels. I think Hofstra has a letdown and I look for the home side to lay everything on the line tonight as it looks to break a two-game slide. The Pride enter having won 14 straight and I believe a bit of a mental letdown is imminent here. Key Trends: - Hofstra is interestingly just 9-13 ATS in its last 22 games played in the month of January. - James Madison is already 2-0 ATS this year as a home dog in the 6.5 to nine points range. - James Madison is 3-1 ATS in its last four after two or more consecutive losses. The verdict: I think the outright upset isn’t out of the question here. That said, I’ll grab the points! | |||||||
01-24-19 | Michigan State v. Iowa +5.5 | Top | 82-67 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 7 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Iowa. 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. - Home floor advantage. I think it’s significant here. The Spartans may take this one outright, but I think the home side will cover comfortably at the very least. Both teams average over 80 PPG and the Hawkeyes enter as one of the hottest teams in the nation with five straight wins. Key Trends: - Michigan State is just 6-8 ATS in its last 14 vs. good offensive teams which score 77 plus points per contest. - Iowa is 5-1 ATS in its last six as an underdog. The verdict: I think the home side plays with a chip on its shoulder. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-23-19 | Nuggets +3 v. Jazz | Top | 108-114 | Loss | -100 | 30 h 50 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nuggets. 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. - Motivation to snap the slide. Denver has lost seven straight in Utah. It’s now or never for Denver, which comes in having won ten of its last 13 games, most recently destroying bottom feeders Chicago and Cleveland by an average of 26 points. The Jazz on the other hand look poised to get “trapped” here after their six-game win streak was snapped in a 109-104 upset loss at home to the Blazers in their most recent action. Key Trends: - Denver is 5-1 ATS this year vs. the division. - The Nuggets are 6-2 ATS in their last eight following a home win by ten points or more. - Utah is just 2-5 ATS vs. the division this season. - The Jazz are just 37-41 ATS in their last 78 in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent which scored 100 points or more. The verdict: The stage is set for the outright upset, but in the end I’m grabbing the points! | |||||||
01-23-19 | Georgia +11.5 v. LSU | Top | 82-92 | Win | 100 | 26 h 14 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Georgia. 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. - Motivation levels. I think this sets up as a letdown, or “trap” game for LSU, which enters having won seven straight. Georgia is the “hungrier” team here after three straight losses (all to difficult teams in Auburn, Kentucky and Florida.) This is my “key angle” for this particular matchup. Key Trends: - Georgia is a near-perfect 6-1 ATS in its last seven after failing to cover in four or five of its last six vs. the spread. - The Bulldogs are 3-0 ATS in their last three after three straight losses vs. conference rivals. - LSU is just 4-5 ATS in its last nine as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Tigers are a poor 1-6 ATS in their last seven off a win by ten points or more vs. a conference rival. The verdict: No outright, but closer than expected. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-22-19 | Kings v. Raptors -11 | Top | 105-120 | Win | 100 | 26 h 47 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Toronto Raptors 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. - Scheduling. It’s a great situationally based reason to take this play at this point of the season. The Kings played and lost badly (123-94) in Brooklyn just last night. I believe this young Western Conference team comes out flat here as well in the second game of the back to back North of the border. Key Trends: - Sacramento is just 6-11 ATS as a road underdog this season. - The Kings are 0-7 ATS in their last seven in the second game of a back-to-back. - The Raptors are 7-2 ATS in their last nine non-conference home games as a favorite in the -9.5 to -12.5 points range. The verdict: I think the Raptors put the foot on the gas from start to finish. Lay the points! | |||||||
01-22-19 | Minnesota +13 v. Michigan | Top | 57-59 | Win | 100 | 26 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Minnesota. 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. - Natural letdown spot. For Michigan that is. The Wolverines came into the weekend with a perfect 17-0 record and they left with a loss to Wisconsin. I’m not calling for the outright upset, but I do definitely expect that the hungry 14-4 Golden Gophers can keep this one a lot tighter than what Las Vegas is trying to lead us to believe. Key Trends: - Minnesota is 7-2 ATS in its last nine as a conference road dog in the +12.5 to +15.5 points range. - Michigan is just 3-5 ATS in its last eight following a SU loss which preceded an ten games or more unbeaten streak. The verdict: I like the Golden Gophers to sneak in comfortably through the back door down the stretch. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-21-19 | Warriors -10.5 v. Lakers | Top | 130-111 | Win | 100 | 30 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Golden State Warriors. 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. - Fatigue. The Lakers have been playing a lot better without LeBron James in the line-up, but now the team is also dealing with a major injury to guard Lonzo Ball, who has been stuffing the stat sheet of late. The Lakers have played back-to-back OT contests and I think they come out flat here against the defending champs, who will be looking to send a message and to win their eighth straight in regulation. Key Trends: - Golden State is already 6-3 ATS this year as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - LA is just 9-13 ATS at home. - The Lakers are only 5-6 ATS in their last 11 off a road loss. The verdict: This one has BLOWOUT written all over it. Lay the points! | |||||||
01-21-19 | Old Dominion v. Charlotte +8 | Top | 76-70 | Win | 100 | 23 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Charlotte. 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. - Revenge. ODU enters off a 78-60 home win over Southern Mississippi, but I think it’ll stumble here vs. the hungry 49ers team, which enters off a convincing 55-40 home victory over LA Tech last time out. While these teams have yet to play this year, last year ODU took both meetings. Revenge is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - ODU is a terrible 1-8 ATS in its last nine as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 9 points range. - ODU is just 11-19 ATS in its last 30 off a win vs. a conference rival. - Charlotte is already 5-1 ATS vs. the conference. - The 49ers are 5-2 ATS already this season as a home underdog or pick. The verdict: Expect a battle until the final whistle and grab the points! | |||||||
01-21-19 | Mavs +11.5 v. Bucks | 106-116 | Win | 101 | 21 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Dallas Mavericks. 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. - Motivation levels. The Mavericks have lost three straight and the Bucks have won four straight. i think the home side comes in complacent here and gets caught looking past its lowly non-conference opponent. Key Trends: - Dallas is 24-14 ATS in its last 38 as a road dog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - Milwaukee is just 7-11 ATS in its last 18 after successfully covering the spread in three or more straight games. The verdict: Look for this one to be much more competitive than what this spread would suggest. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-21-19 | Thunder v. Knicks +9 | 127-109 | Loss | -105 | 20 h 41 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New York Knicks. 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. - Classic letdown spot. After holding on for a 117-115 win at Philadelphia, it’s hard not to imagine the Thunder having a small letdown here vs. their lowly non-conference opponent. Simple as that, this becomes my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - The Thunder are a poor 4-7 ATS in their last 11 as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - OKC is 0-3 ATS already this year off a road win by three points or less. - The Knicks are 8-5 ATS in non-conference games. The verdict: No outright, but the stage is set for a much more competitive battle than what this spread would suggest. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-20-19 | Patriots +3 v. Chiefs | Top | 37-31 | Win | 100 | 147 h 50 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New England Patriots. 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. - Experience and recent history. So far he Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes hasn’t been “phased” by anything this year. The young gunslinger fired 50 TD strikes this season. The Pats’ beat the Chiefs 43-40 at home and I think an upset is in the makings here as well. The experience that New England brings to the table in this situation, combined with the fact they’ve already proven it can beat the Chiefs are my “key angles” to this contest. Key Trends: - The Patriots are still 16-8 ATS their last 24 on the road. - New England is 9-2 ATS in its last 11 after scoring 30 or more points in two straight games. - The Chiefs are just 1-3 ATS in their last four in trying to revenge a very close loss vs. an opponent of three points or less. The verdict: I’m banking on Tom Brady advancing to another Super Bowl! | |||||||
01-20-19 | Hornets v. Pacers -7 | Top | 95-120 | Win | 100 | 25 h 19 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Pacers. 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. - Revenge. Both teams come in tired. The Hornets come in off a satisfying win over Phoenix last night, while The Pacers were at home to Dallas. In the second game of a back-to-back scenario for both sides, clearly it’s going to favor the home side more. That said, the Pacers also play with the added incentive of “revenge” after the Hornets scored the 127-109 home win back on November 21st. This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - The Hornets are 16-19 ATS in their last 35 vs. good offensive teams which score 106 plus points per contest. - The Pacers are 7-3 ATS this year revenging a loss where an opponent scored 100 points or more on them. - Indiana is 6-2 ATS in its last eight in revenging a road loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: I think the Hornets take a predictable step back here. Lay the points! | |||||||
01-20-19 | Illinois +8 v. Iowa | Top | 71-95 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 34 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Illinois. 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. - Trap game. I do indeed believe this sets up as a bit of a “trap” or “look ahead” spot for Iowa, which comes in having won four straight. Illinois finally broke a five game slide with a win over Minnesota last time out and I think it comes in “under the radar” here. Key Trends: - Illinois is 5-2 ATS this year after playing a home game. - The Fighting Illini are 4-1 ATS in their last five vs. good offensive teams which score 77 plus points per contest. - Iowa is already only 2-6 ATS in its last eight as a home favorite or pick. The verdict: I’m not calling for the outright upset, but everything points to a closer than expected WAR! I’m grabbing the points. | |||||||
01-19-19 | Suns +7 v. Hornets | Top | 115-135 | Loss | -110 | 24 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Phoenix Suns. 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. - Revenge. Obviously this is a very common “angle” that handicappers try to utilize when they can. The Hornets have gotten back on track with a couple of victories, but would anyone fault them for “looking past” their lowly non-conference opponent in some way? The Hornets beat the Suns in Phoenix 119-113 on the road back on January 6th. The Suns have been more competitive of late (lost 111-109 in Toronto most recently), and I think they’ll keep this one close as well. Key Trends: - Phoenix is 3-1 ATS in its last four after two or more straight road losses. - Charlotte is just 12-13 ATS as the favorite this year. - The Hornets are only 3-6 ATS this season after successfully covering the spread in two more straight games. The verdict: No upset, but very competitive. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-19-19 | California +18 v. Washington | Top | 52-71 | Loss | -105 | 24 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on California. 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. - Motivation levels. A “letdown” happens to every team at some point of the season and for the 13-4 Huskies, I think that moment is now. Washington enters having won six straight and I believe it’ll get caught looking past its lowly opponent today. The Bears won’t be rolling over after losing 12 of their last 17 and their last six in a row. Key Trends: - Cal is 3-1 ATS in its last four after allowing 40 points or more in the first half of two straight games. - The Bears are 3-1 ATS in there last four after two straight losses by 15 points or more. - The Huskies are just 16-24 ATS in their last 40 at home. - Washington is only 4-5 ATS in its last nine off a home win vs. a conference rival. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a much more competitive affair than what this spread would suggest! | |||||||
01-19-19 | Cincinnati v. Wichita State +4 | 66-55 | Loss | -105 | 21 h 18 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Wichita State. 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. - Home court advantage. I think it’ll be significant here as I believe the Bearcats come into this one “gassed.” Cincinnati has won three straight, but all three AAC match ups so far this year have gone to OT or were decided by two points or less. The Shockers on the other hand broke a four-game losing streak with a convincing 75-67 win over UCF last weekend. This one smells of an upset. Key Trends: - Cincinnati is already 0-3 ATS this year as a road favorite or pick. - The Bearcats are just 1-4 ATS vs. the conference. - Wichita State is still 20-15 ATS in its last 35 at home. - The Shockers are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 off a home win vs. a conference rival. The verdict: As stated above, the outright isn’t out of the question obviously, but let’s grab the points! | |||||||
01-19-19 | Florida v. Georgia +5 | 62-52 | Loss | -105 | 19 h 19 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Georgia. 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. - Recent history. Both teams come in off losses. The Gators fell 71-68 on the road to Mississippi State, covering the spread with the points. Georgia returns home to atone for a lacklustre 69-59 loss to Kentucky. A date vs. Florida is just what the doctor ordered for the Bulldogs though, who took both meetings last year. Key Trends: - Florida is just 2-6 ATS in its last eight after a three games losing streak, but having covered on the road in its previous game. - Georgia is 5-1 ATS in its last six home games after failing to score 60 or more points in a SU loss to a conference opponent in its previous outing. The verdict: After losing three of their last four, I look for the Bulldogs to lay everything on the line tonight as they look to break the slide. Play on Georgia! | |||||||
01-18-19 | Spurs v. Wolves -1 | Top | 116-113 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Minnesota Timberwolves. 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. - Revenge. Plain and simple. The Spurs came from behind to knock off the Mavericks in Dallas in their last game, but the Wolves come in humbled after getting destroyed by Jimmy Butler and the 76ers. Minnesota also plays with revenge here from an earlier setback to the Spurs and note that it’s already a perfect 2-0 ATS this season trying to revenge a blowout loss vs. an opponent of 20 points or more. Key Trends: - Minnesota is 14-8 ATS at home this year. - The Wolves are 12-8 ATS in their last 20 as a favorite. - San Antonio is just 10-11 ATS on the road. The verdict: I think the motivational factors, combined with “home floor” turns out to be the difference in this one. Play on the Wolves! | |||||||
01-17-19 | Hawaii v. CS-Northridge +1 | Top | 84-79 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 33 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on CS Northridge. 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. - Under the radar. Hawaii is 10-5 and Cal State is 7-10, but don’t be fooled by the records. The Matadors come in on top form, opening conference play with two straight road wins. Now Cal State plays three straight at home. I think the oddsmakers are slow in recognizing how well the home side is playing. Key Trends: - Hawaii is just 1-3 ATS in its last four as a road favorite of six points or less or pick - The Warriors are just 4-9 ATS in their last 13 off a home win by ten points or more. - Cal State Northridge is already 5-2 ATS at home this year. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on the Matadors! | |||||||
01-17-19 | Bulls v. Nuggets -12 | Top | 105-135 | Win | 100 | 27 h 39 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Denver Nuggets. 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. - Motivation levels. The Bulls should seem hungry here, but after eight straight losses, I think Chicago comes in deflated facing its high-powered non-conference opponent. The Nuggets have been scuffling of late and after their recent blowout loss at home to the Warriors, a game in which they allowed the most points ever in a single quarter (allowed 51 points in the first quarter). Key Trends: - Denver is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 at home. - The Bulls are just 1-3-1 ATS in their last five after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game. - Chicago is 1-4-1 ATS in its last six vs. the West. The verdict: This one has the makings of a blowout from start to finish. Lay the points! | |||||||
01-16-19 | UCF v. Wichita State +3 | Top | 67-75 | Win | 100 | 29 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Wichita State. 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. - Motivation levels. The Knights are clearly the better team this year. UCF comes in having won nine of its last ten. Wichita State though is the “hungrier” team after four straight losses, most recently a blowout loss on the road vs. Houston. The Shockers have faced some stiff competition of late, but they’ll be risking life and limb here to try and pull off the upset. Key Trends: - Central Florida is just 3-5 ATS in its last eight as a road favorite or pick. - The Knights are still just 10-14 ATS in their last 14 on the road. - Wichita State is 3-1 ATS in its last four off a road las vs. a conference rival. The verdict: I’m banking on this one coming down to the wire. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-16-19 | Sabres v. Flames -1.5 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 29 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Flames on the puck-line. 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. - Home ice advantage. The Sabres have been better this season than last, but they’ve lost three in a row and 15 of their last 21. They enter off a 7-2 loss in Edmonton and now face a Flames team which destroyed the Coyotes 7-1 at home most recently. Calgary has won seven of eight and it’s 15-8 at home, averaging 4.35 goals and allowing 3.26 in those contests. Key Trends: - The Flames are 5-1 in their last six when playing on two days rest. - The Sabres are just 15-36 in their last 51 after allowing seven goals or more on the road vs. a non-conference opponent. The verdict: I don’t foresee Calgary “looking past” this opportunity. In fact, quite the opposite. Lay the 1.5 goals! | |||||||
01-15-19 | Bulls +6.5 v. Lakers | Top | 100-107 | Loss | -102 | 31 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chicago Bulls. 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. - No LeBron James for the Lakers. The Lakers have won a few times without LBJ in the line-up, but no one will be rolling over facing LA without “The King” in the line-up. Case and point, the Lakers just lost at home outright to the Cavaliers as 10 point favorites, an Eastern Conference team which hadn’t posted a SU victory since mid December. Key Trends: - The Bulls are 7-1 ATS in their last eight after three or more SU road losses. - LA is just 1-4 ATS this year as a home fav in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Lakers are a terrible 4-10 ATS in non-conference contests. The verdict: This one has upset written all over it, but in the end I’m still going to grab all these points! | |||||||
01-15-19 | West Virginia +8 v. TCU | Top | 67-98 | Loss | -115 | 27 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on West Virginia. 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. - Desperation mode. WVU is 0-4 in Big 12 play after last week’s 85-77 home loss to Oklahoma State. A date on the road at TCU who has lost two straight may provide the opportunity for an outright upset. Regardless, this one has the feel of whichever of these hungry teams has its hands on the ball last, is going to come out on top. I’m grabbing the points. Key Trends: - WVU is 3-1 ATS as an underdog already this year. - The Mountaineers are already 2-0 ATS in true road games this season. - TCU is just 3-5 ATS at home this year. - The Horned Frogs are just 10-13 ATS in their last 23 off a loss vs. a conference rival. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, I’m grabbing the points. | |||||||
01-14-19 | Blazers v. Kings -2 | Top | 107-115 | Win | 100 | 29 h 43 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Sacramento Kings. 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. - Scheduling. No need to overthink this one as Portland played and lost in Denver just last night. After that exhausting and disheartening setback, I look for the better rested and hungry Kings to take advantage. Key Trends: - Note that Portland is just 8-11 ATS on the road this year. - The Blazers are are just 8-10 ATS this season after playing a road game. - The Kings are 4-1 ATS as a home favorite this season. - Sacramento is 7-3 ATS this year in trying to revenge a home loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: A perfect situational play. Lay the short points! | |||||||
01-14-19 | Northern Colorado v. Montana State | Top | 73-70 | Loss | -115 | 28 h 38 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Montana State. 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. - Momentum. The Northern Colorado Bears had their four-game win streak snapped in a humbling 88-64 Montana Grizzlies this past Saturday, while the Montana State Bobcats enter off a third straight victory, 77-67 over Idaho. I think momentum and home court advantage prove to be the difference in this matchup. Key Trends: - Northern Colorado is just 4-7 ATS in its last 11 after playing two consecutive home games. - Montana State is 3-1 ATS at home already this year. - Montana State is 3-1 ATS in its last four after a win by ten points or more. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on the home side! | |||||||
01-13-19 | Warriors v. Mavs +5.5 | Top | 119-114 | Win | 100 | 27 h 36 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dallas Mavericks. 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. - Revenge. These teams have actually split two games this year, but the Warriors took the last one 120-116 at home on December 22nd, making this a revenge game for the home side. In a contest which I think’ll come down to whatever team has its hands on the ball last, I’m grabbing the points. Key Trends: - Golden State is just 1-6 ATS in its last seven as a road favorite of six points or less. - The Warriors are just 6-10 ATS this season off a home win. - Dallas is 7-1 ATS as a home underdog this year. - The Mavericks are 12-7 ATS this year trying to revenge a road loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: The Warriors are filled with talent, but they’ve never looked more beatable this season than ever before. I like the hungry Mavs to at the very least, keep this one competitive down the stretch. Grab the points. | |||||||
01-13-19 | Rangers v. Blue Jackets -1.5 | Top | 5-7 | Win | 120 | 26 h 35 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets (PUCK-LINE) 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. - Home ice. Both teams played and won yesterday. I think the Rangers have a predictable letdown here after their 2-1 road victory over the Isles. Columbus on the other hand looks primed to build off is 2-1 OT victory over Washington in the nation’s capital last night. This one has blow-out written all over it. Key Trends: - Columbus is 27-9 in its last 36 vs. teams with a road winning percentage of less than .400. - The Blue Jackets are 7-1 in their last eight vs. teams with a losing record. - New York is 6-21 in its last 27 road games vs. teams with a winning home record. The verdict: Lay the 1.5 goals and prepare for a blowout! | |||||||
01-13-19 | Memphis v. Tulane +10 | Top | 83-79 | Win | 100 | 26 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Tulane. 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. - Motivation levels. The Tigers are 5-1 in their last six after handling East Carolina last time out. The Green Wave though have lost five straight. I’m not calling for an outright victory, but I think the visitors get caught looking past their lowly opponent. And after five straight losses, we definitely don’t have to question the Green Wave’s determination and focus this evening. This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - Memphis is just 11-12 ATS in its last 23 on the road. - The Tigers are just 5-7 ATS in their last 12 off a home win vs. a conference rival. - The Green Wave are 3-1 ATS in their last four as a home dog in the 6.5 to 12 points range. The verdict: I think the hungry home side battles tough down the stretch. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-13-19 | Eagles v. Saints -7.5 | Top | 14-20 | Loss | -115 | 148 h 36 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New Orleans Saints. 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. - Recent history and scheduling. The Saints demolished the Eagles 48-7 in Week 11. The Eagles have been “on fire” since then, but I think they finally run out of gas here, only advancing to the divisional round because of a missed FG. Key Trends: - The Eagles are just 6-7 ATS in their last 12 as a road dog. - Philadelphia is 0-3 ATS in its last three “dome” games. - The Saints are a perfect 3-0 ATS in their last three following their “bye.” The verdict: Expect New Orleans to put the foot on the gas from start to finish and lay the points! | |||||||
01-13-19 | Chargers +4.5 v. Patriots | Top | 28-41 | Loss | -109 | 144 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chargers. 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. - Revenge. Chargers’ QB Philip Rivers is 0-7 lifetime vs. Tom Brady and the New England Patriots and that includes 0-2 in the playoffs (2008 and 2009). Rivers comes to Foxborough with his last, but best chance to finally avenge those setbacks. LA has a dominant run game and it’s defense looked sharp in last week’s big win over the Ravens. Key Trends: - LA is 5-1 ATS as an underdog this year. - The Chargers are 8-1 ATS on the road this season. - New England is already 0-3 ATS thi shear after two straight wins by ten points or more. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Grab the points, expect a battle to the end! | |||||||
01-12-19 | Cowboys +7.5 v. Rams | Top | 22-30 | Loss | -121 | 127 h 23 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dallas Cowboys. 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. - Hot at the right time. Dallas enters the playoffs as arguably the hottest team in the league. The Cowboys avoided a dangerous team last week in the Hawks and Russell Wilson, who put up his best numbers of his career. Dallas is on fire on both sides of the ball and I think it has a legitimate shot at stealing this one outright. Key Trends: - Dallas is 8-4 ATS in its last 12 after allowing 7 points or less in the first half in two straight games. - The Cowboys are 8-4 ATS in their last 12 after three or more consecutive wins. - LA is just 5-8 ATS in its last 13 after allowing 30 points or more in its last game. The verdict: As stated above, I think the outright is possible, but in the end I’ll grab the ample points! | |||||||
01-12-19 | Celtics v. Magic +6.5 | Top | 103-105 | Win | 100 | 24 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Orlando Magic. 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. - Road woes. The Celtics haven’t been at their best on the road this year. Case and point, they enter off a 115-99 road loss in Miami on Thursday. Note that the C’s are just 8-13 ATS away from friendly confines overall this season. The Magic won’t be lacking motivation here after returning home from a poor 1-5 road trip. Key Trends: - Boston is already only 5-9 ATS this year as a road favorite. - The Celtics are just 1-4 ATS this season in trying to revenge a close loss vs. an opponent of three points or less (Orlando won 93-90 in Boston earlier in the season). - Orlando is already 2-0 ATS this year after four or more SU losses. The verdict: I think the outright is possible, but I’ll grab the points in a contest which I envision coming down to whichever team has its hands on the ball last! | |||||||
01-12-19 | Colts +5 v. Chiefs | Top | 13-31 | Loss | -104 | 124 h 48 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Indianapolis Colts. 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. - The Chiefs’ terrible defense. KC looked poor down the stretch, but it did break a two game slide with a win over the Raiders in Week 17 to earn the bye. KC is the highest scoring team in the league, but the Colts’ Andrew Luck is on fire right now and I don’t foresee him having any issues matching pace with the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes this afternoon. The difference is on the defensive side of the ball. The Colts have looked considerably better on that side of the ball all year, and especially of late. The Colts allow 21.5 on the year, while the Chiefs allow 26.3. Key Trends: - The Colts are a perfect 2-0 ATS this year off a road win vs. a division rival. - The Chiefs are just 1-3 ATS in their last four following a week off. - KC is a poor 1-2 ATS in its last three off a home blowout win of 21 points or more. The verdict: An outright victory is obviously not out of the cards, but in the end I’m grabbing what I believe to be a healthy amount of points! | |||||||
01-12-19 | Texas State v. Appalachian State +4 | Top | 70-69 | Win | 100 | 19 h 24 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Appalachian State. 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. - Letdown spot. I think the 13-3 Texas State Bobcats have a letdown here against the hungry Mountaineers. Texas State is 2-1 in league play, while App State is 0-3. The Mountaineers come in as the more desperate side though after four straight losses and setbacks in six of their last seven. But App State has not only the motivational factors working in its favor today, it also has strong supporting trends. Key Trends: - App State is 6-2-1 ATS in its last nine after an ATS loss. - Texas State is just 2-5-1 ATS in its last eight in this series. - The favorite is just 1-6-1 ATS the last eight in this series. The verdict: Clearly the outright victory isn’t out of the question here, but I’m still grabbing the points! | |||||||
01-11-19 | Rider v. Canisius +1 | Top | 82-73 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 6 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Canisius. 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. - Road woes. The Broncs are just 1-5 ATS in their last six on the road. Rider enters off a highly satisfying 72-67 win over Quinnipiac in its last outing and I think a return to the norm away from friendly confines is in store. Canisius enters as the “hungrier” team after a frustrating 97-90 OT loss to Brown in its latest action. Key Trends: - Rider is already only 2-4 ATS as a favorite this year. - The Broncs 0-2 ATS this season after two or more SU victories. - The Golden Griffins are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 after allowing 85 points or more in their previous contest. The verdict: Home flood is the difference. | |||||||
01-10-19 | USC v. Oregon State -3 | 74-79 | Win | 100 | 30 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Oregon State. 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. - Revenge. To say this is a “revenge” game is an understatement. USC has won six straight in the series, including a 61-48 victory in the Pac 12 Tournament last March. This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - USC is just 10-14 ATS in its last 14 as an underdog. - The Trojans are only 2-3 ATS in their last five after scoring 75 points or more in two straight games. - Oregon State is already 4-2 ATS this year as a home favorite. - The Beavers are 4-0 ATS in their last four off an upset win as an underdog (77-72 upset road victory over Oregon). The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lay the points! | |||||||
01-10-19 | Washington v. Utah | Top | 69-53 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Utah. 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. - Road woes. Washington’s gotten out to a slow start on the road this year and I think that trend carries over here in this difficult road venue. Note that the Huskies are just 2-4 in road and neutral site games this year, and 0-2 in true road games with setbacks and Auburn and Gonzaga. The Huskies come in off a satisfying 85-67 home win over Washington State on Saturday, but a return to the “norm” on the road is inevitable in my opinion. After an 84-81 OT road loss in Arizona on Saturday, I think Utah bounces back in friendly confines. Key Trends: - The Utes are 39-16-2 ATS in their last 57 home games vs. teams with a sub-.400 road winning percentage. - Washington is a poor 3-10 ATS in its last 13 following a SU win. The verdict: Utah has won six straight in this series, including by double digits in the last four. Play on the home side. | |||||||
01-10-19 | UC-Davis +12.5 v. Cal-Irvine | 69-71 | Win | 100 | 29 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on UC Davis. 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. - Complacency. I can’t help but feel that the improved Anteater won’t have a bit of a letdown here. They’ve posted a 12-4 start to the campaign, including going 5-1 at home. UC Davis won this game on the road in OT last year, but after going 0-7 away from friendly confines this season, we don’t have to question the Aggies focus/resolve this evening. Key Trends: - UC Davis is still 9-4 ATS in its last 13 after playing three straight on the road. - Cal Irvine is still just 3-4 ATS in its last seven after scoring 75 points or more in two straight games. The verdict: I’m not calling for an outright upset, but look for the “hungrier” team to take this one down to the wire. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-09-19 | Pistons +1.5 v. Lakers | Top | 100-113 | Loss | -105 | 29 h 41 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Detroit Pistons. 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. - No LeBron James for the Lakers. LA broke a three-game slide with a win over the Mavericks last time out, but overall the Lakers have struggled without superstar LBJ in the line-up. Detroit comes in as the “hungrier” team after two straight losses. Key Trends: - Detroit is 3-1 ATS in its last four as a road dog of six points or less. - LA is just 8-12 ATS at home this season. - The Lakers are only 3-9 ATS in non-conference games this year. The verdict: While it’s not against his former team, Pistons’ star Blake Griffin will be playing in the same building which made him famous. Griffin leads Detroit with 25.3 points, 8.5 boards and 5.2 assists per game and I think he’s an “X-Factor” here as well. Grab the points. | |||||||
01-09-19 | Predators v. Blackhawks +1.5 | Top | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 26 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Blackhawks on the puck-line. 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. - Inconsistent road play. The Predators have been one of the best teams in the league the last few years, but this season they’ve been very pedestrian on the road. While they come in off a 4-0 win over Toronto, they’re still only 11-11 away from home, averaging 3.14 goals and allowing 2.82. Key Trends: - Nashville is already just 1-4 (-4.4 units) this season after playing three straight road games. - Chicago is 9-6 (+6.8 units) vs. the division. The verdict: Chicago has been playing a lot better of late and I think that the sharp call here is to lay the price for the extra 1.5 goals. | |||||||
01-09-19 | Tulane +10 v. South Florida | Top | 48-66 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Tulane. 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. - Overhyped? USF is 11-3, but according the KenPom Rankings, it faced the fourth easiest non-conference schedule in the nation. Tulane’s lost four straight and is just 4-10 overall. Clearly the Green Wave have issues, but we don’t have to question their resolve this evening. Key Trends: - Tulane is 3-1 ATS in its last four as a road dog in the 9.5 to 12 points range. - The Green Wave are 5-1 ATS in their last six after scoring 65 points or less in two straight games. - USF is just 1-3 ATS in its last four off a close loss by three points or less to a conference rival. The verdict: Tulane has covered in four straight games in South Florida and I think it comfortably sneaks in through the back door here as well. Grab all those points! | |||||||
01-08-19 | Hornets +6.5 v. Clippers | Top | 109-128 | Loss | -105 | 30 h 24 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Charlotte Hornets. 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. - Scheduling. It’s a classic “look ahead” spot for the Clippers, who are in Denver on Thursday night. I think the home side gets caught “looking past” their lowly non-conference opponent. Key Trends: - The Hornets are 7-2 ATS in their last nine non-conference road games following an ATS victory on the road. - The Clippers are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight after back-to-back SU/ATS covers. The verdict: Charlotte broke a two-game slide with a victory over Phoenix and without upcoming games at Portland, Sacramento and San Antonio, clearly the Hornets won’t be holding anything back here. As I stated off the top, I think this one sets up as look ahead for the home side, so grab the points! | |||||||
01-08-19 | Western Michigan +7 v. Kent State | Top | 73-88 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 48 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on WMU. 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. - Under-rated defense. WMU is just 6-8, while Kent State is 11-3. Both teams come off losses in their conference openers. Kent has the slight advantage offensively (WMU averages 72.1 PPG, while the Golden Flashes average 77.2), but these teams are evenly matched defensively (WMU allows 71.1 and Kent State allows 71.1 as well). While the Broncos lost to Akron last time out, they held it to just 56 points. I think WMU’s defense keeps it competitive. Key Trends: - WMU is 19-11 ATS in its last 30 on the road. - The Broncos are 5-2 ATS in their last seven after scoring 60 points or less. - Kent State is already just 3-4 ATS at home. The verdict: Outright? Very possible obviously, but I’m still grabbing the points! | |||||||
01-07-19 | Spurs v. Pistons +3.5 | Top | 119-107 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 45 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Detroit Pistons. 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. Home court advantage: The Spurs may be playing better than the Pistons are right now, but after four straight victories, I think San Antonio has a letdown here. Despite the recent up-tick in play, the Spurs are still just 6-12 SU on the road, while Detroit is 60-42 SU in its last 102 at home. Key Trends: - Detroit is already 6-3 ATS this year off a loss by six points or less. - San Antonio is just 8-9 ATS on the road this season. - The Spurs are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven after two straight blowout wins by 15 points or more. The verdict: Home floor is the difference maker, grab the points. | |||||||
01-06-19 | Wizards +10.5 v. Thunder | Top | 116-98 | Win | 100 | 26 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Washington Wizards. 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. - Complacency. Also revenge. After winning three in a row over some tough competition on the road, including at Portland on Friday night, I absolutely believe that the Thunder get caught looking past their lowly non-conference opponent without its star player (John Wall gone for the year with surgery). The Wizards though have quietly been playing well, winning two of their last three. No outright, but this one has all the makings of very competitive battle. Key Trends: - The Wizards lost to the Thunder at home earlier in the year and they’re so far 4-1 ATS this season in revenging a SU loss vs. an opponent as a home favorite. - OKC is just 17-21 ATS in its last 38 as a home favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - The Thunder are 10-13 ATS in their last 21 following a close victory by three points or less. The verdict: No outright, but expect a war! | |||||||
01-06-19 | Eagles v. Bears -5.5 | 16-15 | Loss | -115 | 149 h 15 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Chicago Bears. 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. - Dominant numbers on both sides of the ball and home field advantage. These are my two “key angles” for this game. The Bears were among the best on both sides of the ball this year. The Eagles come in on a big run, but it was Chicago which helped Philadelphia even make the postseason with its dominant performance over the Vikings in its season finale. Nick Foles’ magic runs out here as I expect the above factors to be too much for the defending champs to overcome this time. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is just 5-7 ATS in its last 12 as a road dog. - The Eagles are already 1-3 ATS this year off a win vs. a division rival. - The Bears are 9-3 ATS as a favorite this year. - Chicago is 4-1 ATS off a division game this season. The verdict: Lay the points, expect a blowout! | |||||||
01-06-19 | St Bonaventure +5.5 v. George Mason | Top | 53-68 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Bonaventure. 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. - Desperate Bonnies. After losing four straight, I think that St. Bonaventure is clearly the “hungrier” team. While struggling offensively with just 67.4 PPG, the Bonnies have been decent defensively in allowing 67.4 as well. The Patriots have won three of their last four and I think they’ll get caught complacent here. Key Trends: - St. Bonaventure is 7-2 ATS in its last nine conference road games following a four games or more losing streak. - George Mason is just 2-6 ATS in its last eight after winning three or four out of its last five games. The verdict: No upset, but closer than expected. Grab the points! | |||||||
01-05-19 | Air Force +18.5 v. Utah State | Top | 62-79 | Win | 100 | 27 h 52 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Air Force. 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. - Utah State dwelling on last loss. The Aggies suffered an embarrassing 72-49 loss to the Wolf Pack on Wednesday night, shooting just 26.2 percent from the floor and also committing 20 turnovers. Air Force has struggled with offensive consistency, but the door is open for the Falcons to keep this one competitive. Key Trends: - Air Force is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 off a home loss. - Utah State is just 6-8 ATS in its last 14 following a loss by ten points or more. - The Aggies are only 1-3 ATS in their last four after scoring 55 points or less in their previous contest. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab up all these points! | |||||||
01-05-19 | Seahawks +2.5 v. Cowboys | Top | 22-24 | Win | 101 | 129 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Seahawks. 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. - Recent history. Lots has changed for both teams since Seattle beat the Cowboys at home 24-13 back on September 23rd and while Dallas has gotten significantly better on both sides of the ball since that setback, so too have the Seahawks. Seattle QB Russell Wilson had a superb season and he’s backed by one of the league’s No. 1 rushing units. Dallas RB Ezekiel Elliot finished with almost 1,500 yards rushing, but I think Wilson has the major advantage under center vs. Cowboys’ pivot Dak Prescott. I think this is a bad matchup for Dallas and the loss earlier in the year proves that. Key Trends: - Seattle is 3-1 ATS as a road dog this year. - The Hawks are interestingly 5-1 ATS in their last six vs. the NFC East. - Dallas is just 5-8 ATS in its last 13 off a division game. The verdict: Wilson is the correct call. Grab the points. | |||||||
01-05-19 | Jazz v. Pistons +1 | Top | 110-105 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Detroit Pistons. 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. - Scheduling. Utah has been scuffling of late, but it plays against the lowly Cavaliers on Friday night and it’ll be leaving everything on the floor in that one to secure the victory, before having to face the Pistons in this tough road venue. I think the Jazz come out flat and tired and this is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - Utah is just 9-11 ATS on the road. - The Jazz are just 6-8 in non-conference games. - The Pistons are 6-2 ATS in non-conference games. - Detroit is 6-2 ATS this year when playing with two days rest. The verdict: The Pistons broke a slide with a convincing 101-94 road win in Memphis last time out and I think they carry that momentum over here in this favorable home match-up. | |||||||
01-05-19 | Colts +2.5 v. Texans | 21-7 | Win | 100 | 125 h 18 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Indianapolis Colts. 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. - Andrew Luck. He’s not a “key angle” so much for me on this pick, but more of an “X-factor.” Luck started the season under a new offense, but after picking up what Reich was putting down, he helped the Colts win seven of their last eight games. As good as the Texans were this year and despite the home field advantage, I think Luck gets the nod over Houston’s DeShaun Watson. Key Trends: - The Colts are a perfect 4-0 ATS vs. teams with winning records this year. - Indianapolis is 12-5 ATS in its last 17 after playing its previous game on the road. - The Texans are just 5-11 ATS in their last 16 vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: This one screams upset, but I’ll still grab the points. | |||||||
01-05-19 | Cleveland State +9 v. Green Bay | 89-90 | Win | 100 | 21 h 36 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Cleveland State. 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. - Motivation levels. I base my picks on many different things, but this one primarily comes down to which of these two teams which I believe is “hungrier.” Cleveland State is the “hungrier” team as it’s still searching for its first conference win (0-3.) The Phoenix have opened with two conference victories, including a tough 99-93 OT home win over Youngstown State on Thursday night. Can anyone say letdown spot? Key Trends: - The Vikings are 7-2 ATS in their last nine following a three-games or more unbeaten streak and playing on the road as an underdog in the +2.5 to +12.5 points range. - Wisconsin Green Bay is just 2-6 ATS in its last eight after back-to-back SU wins. - The Phoenix are only 4-7 ATS in their last 11 home games following an OT victory in which they score 98 points or more in. The verdict: As stated above, I think the “hungrier” team will at the very least, take this one right down to the wire. | |||||||
01-04-19 | Buffalo v. Eastern Michigan +11 | 74-58 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 55 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on EMU. 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. - Revenge. EMU lost this game on the road 83-69 last year. Buffalo is 12-1 SU and 8-2 ATS in lined games, while EMU is 6-7 SU and 1-8 ATS. The Bulls come in off an 87-72 road win over Canisius, while EMU fell 86-63 vs. Kansas in its previous game. I think the Bulls get caught looking past their lowly, but hungry and revenge minded opponent today. Key Trends: - Buffalo is just 3-4 ATS in its last seven as a road favorite in the 6.5 to 12 points range. - Eastern Michigan is 5-1 ATS in its last six when playing with five or six days of rest. - The Eagles are 3-1 ATS in their last four off a road loss of 20 points or more. The verdict: Look for the home side to battle until the end. Grab the points. | |||||||
01-04-19 | Pacers v. Bulls +6 | Top | 119-116 | Win | 100 | 27 h 1 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chicago Bulls. 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. - Trap game. In my opinion, after winning five straight, I think the Pacers get caught looking past their lowly opponent tonight. Note that the Bulls won’t be lacking any motivation today after losing five of their last eight. Key Trends: - Indiana is just 6-7 ATS this year following a SU home victory. - The Pacers are just 1-3 ATS this year after scoring 105 points or more in three straight games. - The Bulls are already 8-4 ATS this season off a home loss. - Chicago is a solid 5-3 ATS vs. the division. The verdict: I think the more desperate home side takes this one down to the final moments. Grab the points. | |||||||
01-03-19 | Nuggets v. Kings +3 | Top | 117-113 | Loss | -105 | 30 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Sacramento Kings. 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. - Revenge. Denver has take six of the last seven in the series, including a 126-112 home win in the first matchup this year back on October 23rd. Both teams have been better than advertised this season, but I think the Nuggets stumble after their 115-108 home win over the Knicks, while I expect Sacramento to at the very least, take this one right down to the wire after its 113-108 OT loss to the Blazers at home on Tuesday. Key Trends: - Denver is just 7-10 ATS on the road this year. - The Nuggets are a poor 4-5 ATS this season after having won three of their last four games SU. - Sacramento is 10-6 ATS a home dog this year. - The Kings are 13-8 ATS this season in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Outright? I’d recommend putting a little on the money line here as well, but the official play is the Kings and the points! | |||||||
01-03-19 | Illinois +11.5 v. Indiana | Top | 65-73 | Win | 100 | 27 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Illinois. 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. - Complacency. Clearly the Hoosiers are the better team. They come in having won six straight, most recently a 94-64 win over Jacksonville. They’re 9-0 on home floor with big wins already over Louisville and their only losses coming against Arkansas and Duke. I’m not calling for the outright, but from my years of handicapping, there’s no doubt in my mind that this sets up as a classic “trap” for the home side. Illinois is just 4-9 and it enters off a tough 73-71 home loss to FAU, but it won’t be lacking motivation tonight. Note that each team posted a home win in last year’s two game season-series. Key Trends: - Illinois is 3-1 ATS in its last four after playing its last game as the favorite. - Indiana is just 3-5 ATS in its last eight after two straight blowout wins of 20 points or more. - The Hoosiers are 0-4 ATS in their last four after scoring 85 points or more in two straight games. The verdict: Grab the points and expect a WAR! | |||||||
01-03-19 | College of Charleston v. Towson +8 | 67-55 | Loss | -110 | 27 h 21 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on Towson. 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. - Home court advantage. Clearly the 12-2 Charleston Cougars are the better team. Towson is 5-9 and it’s struggled with consistency so far to this point. But the home side won’t be lacking motivation today clearly as it tries to score the upset. Note that these teams split the season series last year, with each side winning on its own floor. Key Trends: - Towson is 4-1 ATS in its last five in this series on its own floor. - Charleston is just 1-5 ATS in its last six vs. teams with losing records. - The Cougars are only 8-20 ATS in their last 28 vs. teams with a winning percentage below .400. The verdict: The stage is set for the outright upset, but I’m definitely grabbing the points! | |||||||
01-02-19 | Drake v. Evansville | Top | 77-82 | Win | 100 | 26 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Evansville. 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. - Home Cooking. Drake is on fire, 11-2 and riding a five-game win streak. Evansville though is the “hungrier” team at 6-7. Note as well that the Purple Aces has won six in a row in this series at home and they’re 6-1 in their last seven at home overall. Key Trends: - Drake is 0-5 ATS in its last five road games after playing three straight at home. - Evansville is 5-1 ATS in its last six vs. teams with winning records. - The Purple Aces are 4-1 ATS in their last five at home. The verdict: For all the reasons listed up top, I think the home side is definitely the correct call in this matchup. | |||||||
01-01-19 | Blazers v. Kings +1.5 | Top | 113-108 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 7 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Sacramento Kings. 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. - Home court advantage. I think it’s significant here. The Kings are 11-6 ATS at home this season. Key Trends: - Sacramento is 10-5 ATS already this year as a home underdog. - The Kings are not surprisingly 14-8 ATS this season against poor defensive teams which allow 106 plus points per contest. - The Blazers are already just 6-9 ATS tho shear after scoring 115 points or more in their previous contest. - Portland is just 13-14 ATS this season vs. poor defensive teams which allow 106 plus points per contest. The verdict: These are two hot teams, but as mentioned off the top, I think home floor will prove the difference on New Years Day. | |||||||
01-01-19 | Washington +7 v. Ohio State | Top | 23-28 | Win | 100 | 31 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Washington. 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. - Dominant Huskies secondary. Washington just faced the nation’s No. 1 passing attack in the Apple Cup vs. Washington State and it left with a convincing 28-15 victory, allowing just 152 passing yards (beat Utah 10-3 in the Pac 12 Championship as well.) Ohio State is the second ranked passing attack. Key Trends: - Washington is 4-1 ATS in its last five off a close win by seven points or less vs. a conference rival. - Ohio State is just 5-6 ATS as a favorite this year. - The Buckeyes are just 1-3 ATS in their last four when playing with two weeks or more of rest. The verdict: The Huskies have the veteran leadership at QB to keep pace and a defense to slow down the high-flying Buckeyes. Grab the points. | |||||||
01-01-19 | Iowa v. Mississippi State -7 | Top | 27-22 | Loss | -115 | 26 h 23 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Mississippi State. 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. - Recent history. Mississippi State is playing in its ninth straight bowl game and its 9-2 in its last 11 bowl games overall. Iowa is 15-15-1 all time in bowl games and it’s lost four of its last five. Key Trends: - Iowa is just 1-3-1 ATS in its last five neutral site games. - The Hawkeyes are interestingly only 1-7 TS in their last eight games played on grass. - Mississippi State is 5-0 ATS in its last five non-conference games. - The Bulldogs are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: Mississippi State has the slight edge on both sides of the ball and I’m predicting an double-digit victory today. Lay the points. | |||||||
12-31-18 | Weber State v. Idaho +6 | Top | 93-87 | Push | 0 | 24 h 18 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* Play on Idaho. 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. - Consistent in this spot for bettors. Let’s be frank, both teams have been bad. Especially the Vandals. Weber State though comes in at a respectable 7-5, while Idaho is only 3-9. Despite clearly being the “hungrier/more desperate” side, note that that the Vandals have in fact done well in this spot by going 12-6 ATS in their last 18 when playing on one days rest. Key Trends: - Weber State is just 1-4 ATS as a favorite this year. - Weber State is only 1-3 ATS in its last four after scoring 75 points or more in two straight games. - Idaho is 6-1 ATS in its last seven after falling to cover the spread in three or more straight games. The verdict: As I stated above, I think the “hungrier” team will keep this one close (at the very least!) Grab the points. | |||||||
12-31-18 | Hawks v. Pacers -11 | Top | 108-116 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 24 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Pacers. 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. - Recent history. As good as the Hawks have been playing of late, this is a match-up which they’ve always struggled with. The Pacers have the No. 1 defense in the league and they’ve won seven of the last eight in the series, including both this year. Key Trends: - The Pacers are 4-0 ATS in their last four vs. teams with losing SU records. - Indiana is 4-0 ATS in its last four following an ATS victory. - The Hawks are still just 1-5 ATS in their last six vs. teams with a winning percentage above .600. The verdict: Look for the Pacers’ suffocating defense to win the day again here and lay the points. | |||||||
12-31-18 | Michigan State v. Oregon -2.5 | Top | 6-7 | Loss | -104 | 32 h 34 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Oregon. 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. - No offense for MSU. As good as the Spartans are defensively, I just can’t see them keeping pace with the higher-tempo Ducks down the stretch. MSU got the better of Rutgers 14-10 in its regular season finale to finish 7-5, but the win broke a string of two games where it finished in single digits in scoring and would hit the double-digit mark for just the third time in six games. Oregon on the other hand throttled Oregon State 55-15 in the Civil War, rolling up a whopping 510-366 yardage advantage. Key Trends: - Michigan State is just 2-3 ATS as an underdog this year. - The Spartans are just 1-3 ATS in their last four off a home victory. - Oregon is 4-2 ATS in its last six as a favorite. The verdict: Bank on the Ducks running away with this one (quite literally), as the game winds down. Lay the points. | |||||||
12-30-18 | Raiders +14.5 v. Chiefs | Top | 3-35 | Loss | -130 | 78 h 33 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Oakland Raiders. 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. - Recent history. Oakland lost 40-33 at home to KC earlier in the month and I expect it to put up a similar fight here. The Raiders come in off a commanding win over the Broncos, while the Chiefs enter having lost two straight. Key Trends: - The Chiefs are 0-4 ATS in their last four at home. - The Raiders are a perfect 2-0 ATS their last two off an ouse win by ten points or more as an underdog. The verdict: The Chiefs lock up the division with a win today, but their continued lack of defense keeps this one closer than what this spread would suggest. Grab the points. | |||||||
12-30-18 | Jets v. Patriots -13.5 | 3-38 | Win | 100 | 74 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New England Patriots. 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. - Motivation levels. The Patriots need a win here to secure the No. 2 seed in the AFC playoffs. The Jets have nothing to play for here at 4-11 and they come in having lost four in a row. Key Trends: - New England is 16-5 ATS in its last 21 vs. teams with losing records. - The Patriots are 23-10 ATS in their last 33 following a SU win. - The Jets are 0-4-1 ATS in their last five vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: The home team is also 6-1-1 ATS the last eight in this series. The Patriots will want to send a message in their final “tune-up” before the “real” thing. Sorry Jets fans. Lay the points. | |||||||
12-29-18 | Warriors -3.5 v. Blazers | Top | 115-105 | Win | 100 | 29 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Golden State Warriors. 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. - Revenge. Play and simple. The Blazers upset the Warriors at Oracle on Thursday. Golden State has been playing terribly of late, but it has no excuses here. It’s do or die time. Key Trends: - Golden State is 4-1 ATS in its last five after allowing 110 points or more in four straight games. - The Warriors are 7-3 ATS in their last ten after failing to cover the spread in five or more consecutive outings. - The Blazers are still only 7-10 ATS as an underdog this season. - Portland is interestingly a poor 12-13 ATS this year vs. poor defensive teams which allow 106 plus points per contest. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lay the points. | |||||||
12-29-18 | Wisconsin v. Western Kentucky +7.5 | Top | 76-83 | Win | 100 | 24 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Western Kentucky. 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. - Trap game. I do think this sets up as a trap for Wisconsin, which plays its final non-conference game of the year here. It already has two Big Ten victories. I think it gets caught looking past its lowly non-conference opponent today. And that’s a mistake. While WKU has a 6-6 record, it has a couple of big wins under its belt already (71-68 win over Saint Mary’s last weekend). Key Trends: - Wisconsin is just 4-6 ATS in its last ten as a road favorite or pick-em. - The Badgers are only 1-3 ATS this year after playing back-to-back games as the favorite. - WKU is already 4-2 ATS as an underdog this year. - The Hilltoppers are already 5-2 ATS this season vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: Everything points to an upset. This dog is barking, but I’m still grabbing the points. |
Service | Profit |
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William Burns | $1,395 |
Joey Tron | $617 |
Ray Monohan | $607 |
Ross Benjamin | $583 |
Big Al McMordie | $401 |
Matt Fargo | $327 |
Ricky Tran | $297 |
Sean Higgs | $140 |
Jesse Schule | $98 |
Kyle Hunter | $66 |