http://www.sportsmemo.com/ en-us Copyright 2012, Sportsmemo.com rss_feed_admin@sportsmemo.com (Web Master) Sports Blogs http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech Below is pretty much everything you could possibly need to tackle Super Bowl XLVI from a betting perspective. Enjoy. Super Bowl XLVI Posting Forum Contest - Free to sign up. Winner takes home $1000 worth of handicapper service. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-ultimate-guide-for-gambling-on-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=9178 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-ultimate-guide-for-gambling-on-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=9178 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:13:21 PST Blog A lot has occurred with College of Charleston over the last few weeks so much so that I think its season is going to get a lot worse before it gets better. After starting 9-1, the Cougars dropped four of their last seven, but that was just the start. In a marquee matchup at conference leader Davidson http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-College-of-Charleston-at-Appalachian-State&blog_id=9177 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-College-of-Charleston-at-Appalachian-State&blog_id=9177 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:25:20 PST Andrew Lange Blog ESPNs Chad Millman discusses Super Bowl XLVI line moves. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Continued-love-for-Giants-may-drop-line-to-25&blog_id=9176 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Continued-love-for-Giants-may-drop-line-to-25&blog_id=9176 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:56:35 PST Blog Article discussing San Antonios recent defensive improvements. Over the last three games, the Spurs have held teams to 73, 91 81 and 91 in regulation (3-1 SU, 4-0 ATS). The Spurs play host to Oklahoma City on Saturday. In the first meeting, the Thunder shot 51% from the floor en route to a 108-96 victory. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-San-Antonio-Spurs-starting-to-play-better-defense&blog_id=9175 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-San-Antonio-Spurs-starting-to-play-better-defense&blog_id=9175 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:28:41 PST Blog I think there is some value with this prop in most game scenarios. The only one that doesnt lend itself to Brady tossing 40 or more passes is if the Giants get up big early and the Patriots are forced to throw the entire game. In any tight game, or if the Pats get the big lead, the likelihood of Brady throwing 40 times is diminished http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Tom-Brady-pass-attempts-UNDER-395&blog_id=9174 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Tom-Brady-pass-attempts-UNDER-395&blog_id=9174 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:08:29 PST Brent Crow Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Brent talked about Saturdays College Basketball matchups. Teddy discussed Super Bowl XLVI and various prop bets. And Erin Rynning tackled the entire NBA slate from a betting perspective. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-2-3-2012-with-Brent-Crow-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9173 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-2-3-2012-with-Brent-Crow-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9173 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:15:44 PST Blog Las Vegas gears up for Super Bowl XLVI weekend. According to LVH oddsmaker Jay Kornegay, 62% of the tickets have come in on the New York Giants but the bigger bets have been on the New England Patriots. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Public-supports-the-Giants-big-bets-made-on-the-Patriots&blog_id=9172 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Public-supports-the-Giants-big-bets-made-on-the-Patriots&blog_id=9172 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:48:20 PST Blog Im not in agreement with the recent downward move on the Super Bowl total; now at 54 and even 53 at Pinnacle. While many are pointing out that seven of the last eight Super Bowls lined at 46.5 points or higher have gone under the total, I note that the last three Super Bowls all had at least 47 points scored including last years 31-25 Green Bay win over Pittsburgh (a side winner for us). The Saints beat the Colts in 2009 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling-Preview:-High-scoring-affair-on-the-horizon&blog_id=9171 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling-Preview:-High-scoring-affair-on-the-horizon&blog_id=9171 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:32:19 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog In what figures to be a back and forth contest from the outset, the plus end of this prop bet is especially attractive. Theres a strong possibility that this game could see each of these teams have the lead in the first two series. Its interesting to note that six of the eight Patriots away games this season have seen each team have a lead in the first half. Thats quite a contrast from their 10 home games in http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Will-each-team-have-the-lead-in-the-first-half?&blog_id=9170 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Will-each-team-have-the-lead-in-the-first-half?&blog_id=9170 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:20:05 PST Rob Veno Blog We cashed our Eastern Conference O/U Game of the Month to close out January and followed it up with another 20* O/U Game of the Month winner last night when the Bulls beat the Knicks 105-102. Thats back-to-back top-play 20* Big Drive winners on Knicks games over the total after they pounded the Pistons in their previous game 113-86. Both games went over the posted total by at least 15 points. With Carmelo Anthony out of the lineup, the Knicks pushed the pace in a pair of losses before http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-New-York-Knicks-push-pace-and-find-offensive-stride&blog_id=9169 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-New-York-Knicks-push-pace-and-find-offensive-stride&blog_id=9169 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:05:03 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog ESPNs Chad Millman did a recent podcast with LVH oddsmaker Jay Kornegay in which they discussed Super Bowl XLVI Prop Bets. Kornegay explains the history of the famous Will There Be Three Straight Scores? prop. He also said a safety and/or overtime are two things the books do not want to occur. Worth a listen. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Chad-Millman-and-oddsmaker-Jay-Kornegay-talk-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets&blog_id=9168 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Chad-Millman-and-oddsmaker-Jay-Kornegay-talk-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets&blog_id=9168 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:47:49 PST Blog Willing to play New York Giants strong safety Kenny Phillips at this number against the Patriots offense which is tailor made for tackles at this position. The short to intermediate portions of the field play prominent roles in New Englands tight end heavy scheme which should make Phillips very active. In the first contest between these teams, he recorded six tackles and two assists which is an indicator of how involved http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Kenny-Phillips-OVER-5-Tackles+Assists&blog_id=9167 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Kenny-Phillips-OVER-5-Tackles+Assists&blog_id=9167 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:02:51 PST Rob Veno Blog My handicap for this game says its going to be close throughout. I dont expect either team to run away and hide if they get an early lead, exactly the case in the first meeting between these two teams when the score was tied at 10-10 in the second half. You can currently find plus money on this prop (+110 at Pinny as I type this); a worthy wager in what should be a very competitive ballgame. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Will-the-game-be-tied-after-0-0?&blog_id=9166 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Will-the-game-be-tied-after-0-0?&blog_id=9166 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:06:27 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Some injury concerns for the Los Angeles Clippers heading into tonights game against Denver. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Los-Angeles-Clippers-hampered-by-injuries&blog_id=9165 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Los-Angeles-Clippers-hampered-by-injuries&blog_id=9165 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:44:30 PST Blog Your days of watching live streams of random mid-major basketball games appear all but over and you can thank the U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement agency for it. Around Super Bowl time, the ICE cracks down on websites offering unauthorized sporting events. Some of those shut down include Firstrowsports.tv, Firstrowsports.com, Firstrowsports.net and Soccertvlive.net. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=US-Government-cracks-down-on-live-streaming-websites&blog_id=9164 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=US-Government-cracks-down-on-live-streaming-websites&blog_id=9164 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:40:24 PST Blog My clients and I have made good money supporting Denver through the first six weeks of the NBA season, and the Nuggets remain an undervalued commodity as they travel to LA for a quick turnaround revenge meeting tonight. Were catching George Karls squad in a real moneymaking situation off a poorly played loss, as they blew a double digit fourth quarter lead against Memphis http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Game-Preview:-Denver-Nuggets-at-Los-Angeles-Clippers&blog_id=9163 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Game-Preview:-Denver-Nuggets-at-Los-Angeles-Clippers&blog_id=9163 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:46:09 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Not sure why this total is getting bet up as both Eastern Illinois and Eastern Kentucky prefer to play at a slow pace and arent particularly sharp when it comes to shooting the basketball. In conference play, EIU is averaging an awful 0.91 points per possession. EKU is better though the Colonels average about 63 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Eastern-Kentucky-at-Eastern-Illinois&blog_id=9162 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Eastern-Kentucky-at-Eastern-Illinois&blog_id=9162 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:41:56 PST Andrew Lange Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Sammy P. Rob broke down the College Basketball card while Sam tackled the entire NHL slate from a betting perspective. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-2-2-2012-with-Handicappers-Rob-Veno-and-Sammy-P&blog_id=9161 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-2-2-2012-with-Handicappers-Rob-Veno-and-Sammy-P&blog_id=9161 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:39:16 PST Blog Analytic Investors LLC, a money management firm based out of Las Angeles, has reportedly picked the against the spread winner of the Super Bowl eight straight years. This years pick is on the New England Patriots. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Investment-firm-calls-for-a-New-England-Patriots-pointspread-cover&blog_id=9160 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Investment-firm-calls-for-a-New-England-Patriots-pointspread-cover&blog_id=9160 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:43:12 PST Blog This bet is still worth making at -200 or better, and its an interesting handicap. The Patriots have a strong tendency to defer when they win the opening coin toss, while the Giants prevailing tendency is to get the ball first when they win the toss. As a result, chances are pretty good that http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-First-kickoff-to-result-in-a-touchback&blog_id=9159 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-First-kickoff-to-result-in-a-touchback&blog_id=9159 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:24:53 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Every season I discuss and post information on the importance of home courts in college basketball and mention how teams perform with a home/road dichotomy. Understanding home court advantage and the situations surrounding the current contests is important in helping you isolate winners. While the oddsmaker factors http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Undefeated-home-teams&blog_id=9158 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Undefeated-home-teams&blog_id=9158 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:08:45 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Article on Las Vegas resident Ernie Carey, who at 77 years old won this years Station Casinos NFL Contest. Carey finished 180-65, 73% straight up to claim the title. The grand prize was apparently a $225K house. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-77-year-old-Vegas-man-wins-Station-Casinos-Football-Contest&blog_id=9157 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-77-year-old-Vegas-man-wins-Station-Casinos-Football-Contest&blog_id=9157 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:00:30 PST Blog This total was hit up and well find out if the information provided by UConn head coach Jim Calhoun provides a winner. Following three straight losses and six of their last seven, the Huskies (14-6, 4-4 Big East) are making some lineup changes tonight for their road game at Georgetown (16-4, 6-3). Shabazz Napier http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Big-East-Betting-Preview:-UConn-Huskies-at-Georgetown-Hoyas&blog_id=9156 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Big-East-Betting-Preview:-UConn-Huskies-at-Georgetown-Hoyas&blog_id=9156 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:11:38 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Super Bowl Props are upon us and I have to stay close to home with this prop bet recommendation. Hilton put this prop up and there has been some money moving on Alex Ovechkin already to have more points against Boston on Sunday than Gronkowski will have touchdowns against the Giants. Two of the biggest variables in this bet are the health of Gronkowski and the energy level of Alex Ovechkin. We all know the ankle trouble that Gronkowski has been enduring for the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Ovechkin-points-vs-Gronkowski-touchdowns&blog_id=9155 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Ovechkin-points-vs-Gronkowski-touchdowns&blog_id=9155 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:03:25 PST Sammy P Blog Its clear this LA Clippers team is coming together after adding so many parts during the short offseason. Its taken time for Chris Paul, Chauncey Billups and to some extent Caron Butler to find their roles within this team. Certainly for Paul, its also important to garner practice and playing time to learn his new teammates, while his ability to improve his peers on the court is second to none. Now, theyve been able to build confidence with key wins against the Nuggets and Thunder in http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Los-Angeles-Clippers-at-Utah-Jazz&blog_id=9154 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Los-Angeles-Clippers-at-Utah-Jazz&blog_id=9154 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:56:23 PST Erin Rynning Blog The winner of Chad Millmans Prop Bet Contest was just named a women who works at the American Institute of Physics. The prop will be offered at The Orleans sportsbook. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Millman-announces-Prop-Bet-Contest-winner&blog_id=9153 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Millman-announces-Prop-Bet-Contest-winner&blog_id=9153 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:40:35 PST Blog Las Vegas MGM sportsbooks are reporting that upwards of 65% of the money wagered on Super Bowl XLVI thus far has been on the underdog New York Giants. Perhaps not in play here, but consensus underdogs of above 60% have long been a betting fade no matter what the sport. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Sportsbook-says-65%-of-action-on-New-York-Giants&blog_id=9152 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Sportsbook-says-65%-of-action-on-New-York-Giants&blog_id=9152 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:26:57 PST Blog British sportsbook Ladbrokes joined the wave of foreign corporations eager to take advantage of the proposed legalization of online gambling in the United States. Ladbrokes spent $3 million for a 65% stake in Las Vegas-based gambling software designer Stadium Technology. Ladbrokes rival, William Hill, has spend upwards of $50 million in various US gambling related ventures. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=British-sportbook-makes-deal-with-Las-Vegas-gambling-software-firm&blog_id=9151 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=British-sportbook-makes-deal-with-Las-Vegas-gambling-software-firm&blog_id=9151 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:14:33 PST Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Rob broke down the College Basketball card while Erin Rynning tackled the entire NBA slate from a betting perspective. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-2-1-2012-with-Handicappers-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9150 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-2-1-2012-with-Handicappers-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9150 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:05:26 PST Blog With the conference lead at stake combined with Southern Mississippis determination for revenge against Memphis, have to believe this will be a tightly contested affair. Recent history, including this seasons 60-58 Tigers win, has shown these teams to play hard fought, defensive battles as three of the last four have stayed under the total. Additional technical trends also point in that direction http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Memphis-Tigers-at-Southern-Miss-Golden-Eagles&blog_id=9149 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Memphis-Tigers-at-Southern-Miss-Golden-Eagles&blog_id=9149 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:12:55 PST Rob Veno Blog Who doesnt have an opinion on the Super Bowl? Langes kid came home from school the other day and said that nearly his entire kindergarten class was on the Patriots is fading 5-year olds a proven strategy? Up next, the North Dakota State Science and Mathematics department which just spent a boatload of man hours they broke down over 1,700 NFL games to come up with this rock solid conclusion... http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-University-students-lean-New-England&blog_id=9148 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-University-students-lean-New-England&blog_id=9148 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:07:01 PST Blog Losers of three straight, UConn head coach Jim Calhoun is expected to make some lineup changes for tonights game at Georgetown. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-UConn-makes-lineup-changes&blog_id=9147 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-UConn-makes-lineup-changes&blog_id=9147 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:39:38 PST Blog Southern Miss appears hell-bent of ending a streak of 17 losses to Memphis. The Golden Eagles have been extremely close with the last four meetings decided by margins of 2, 3, 6 and 1. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Southern-Miss-eager-to-snap-losing-streak-vs-Memphis&blog_id=9146 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Southern-Miss-eager-to-snap-losing-streak-vs-Memphis&blog_id=9146 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:14:31 PST Blog Remember this dude? He just got fined $90K and will be on probation for the next three years. A small price to pay for being dead for 32 years. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Once-dead-bookie-fined-$90K-for-disappearing-act&blog_id=9145 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Once-dead-bookie-fined-$90K-for-disappearing-act&blog_id=9145 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:05:30 PST Blog Here is a listing of this years ESPN Bracket Buster games. *Indicates TV http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-ESPNs-Bracket-Buster-Schedule&blog_id=9144 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-ESPNs-Bracket-Buster-Schedule&blog_id=9144 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:22:32 PST Blog New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes doesnt have the strongest leg in the NFL. In 2010 the Giants averaged a touchback on just 8.2% of all kickoffs. It certainly doesnt help that the Giants also play many games in poor weather and in plenty of outdoor stadiums. But this history actually helps us this Sunday with Tynes now indoors and kicking off from the 35-yard line. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Total-Kickoff-Returns-UNDER-65&blog_id=9143 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Total-Kickoff-Returns-UNDER-65&blog_id=9143 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:12:47 PST Marty Otto Blog Orlando head coach Stan Van Gundy attempts to explain the current implosion taking place with his team. The Magic were at one point 11-4 SU, 9-6 ATS, and then this happened. They bounced back with a win over Indiana but have since dropped four straight. The only positive was a pointspread cover in last nights 74-69 loss at Philadelphia (a very deceiving final score as the 76ers led by 18 with less than http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Van-Gundy-at-a-loss-talks-of-Howard-heading-to-Chicago-surface&blog_id=9142 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Van-Gundy-at-a-loss-talks-of-Howard-heading-to-Chicago-surface&blog_id=9142 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:44:33 PST Blog Northern Iowa won 30 games and the Missouri Valley Conference title two years ago, and followed that up with a 20-win season last year a program showing consistency, not mercurial seasons followed by an immediate, significant drop-off. And fresh off a successful summer trip to Brazil, early season expectations were sky high in Cedar Falls once again this year. And the Panthers lived up to those http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Southern-Illinois-Salukis-at-Northern-Iowa-Panthers&blog_id=9141 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Southern-Illinois-Salukis-at-Northern-Iowa-Panthers&blog_id=9141 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:13:37 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Sammy P and Erin Rynning. Brent broke down the College Basketball card. Sam took care of the NHL and Erin Rynning tackled the entire NBA slate from a betting perspective. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-31-2012-with-Brent-Crow-Sammy-P-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9140 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-31-2012-with-Brent-Crow-Sammy-P-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9140 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:31:44 PST Blog Article from Deadspin that analyzes media pundits and their ability inability to consistently pick NFL games straight up. PunditTracker, a website dedicated to bringing accountability to the prediction industry, compiled the results. Deadspin pointed out the based on the betting lines, teams that were favored won 66.2% of time straight up a much better figure than a majority of those who were tracked. Ron Jaworski checked in near the bottom of the list at a cool 60.8%. Topping the list were Yahoo Users (68.1%) who ironically get most of their information from the pundits they outperformed. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-media-isnt-so-hot-when-it-comes-to-picking-NFL-games-straight-up&blog_id=9139 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-media-isnt-so-hot-when-it-comes-to-picking-NFL-games-straight-up&blog_id=9139 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:23:39 PST Blog Interesting story on Mark Cubans failed attempt with a London-based sports betting hedge fund. It was reported that investors lost $2.5 million and the fund filed for liquidation. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Mark-Cuban-inspired-sports-betting-hedge-fund-crashes&blog_id=9138 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Mark-Cuban-inspired-sports-betting-hedge-fund-crashes&blog_id=9138 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:23 PST Blog New York head coach Mike DAntoni managed to avoid the pink slip this past weekend. He also received a vote of confidence from Carmelo Anthony who has missed the last two games and is currently doubtful for tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Carmelo-Anthony-backs-head-coach-DAntoni&blog_id=9137 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Carmelo-Anthony-backs-head-coach-DAntoni&blog_id=9137 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:30:51 PST Blog Bill Barnwell of Grantland put together a nice write-up on some prop bets for Super Bowl XLVI correlated with various outcomes of the game. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Grantland-breaks-down-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets&blog_id=9136 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Grantland-breaks-down-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets&blog_id=9136 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:20:42 PST Blog No player in the NFL was targeted more by his quarterback over the final half of the season than the New York Giants Victor Cruz. Eli Manning threw the ball his way a remarkable 125 times in games from Week 8 up to the Super Bowl. Cruz, in turn, has responded with a boat load of receptions. Nine times over the last http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Victor-Cruz-OVER-55-catches&blog_id=9135 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Victor-Cruz-OVER-55-catches&blog_id=9135 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:18:13 PST Marty Otto Blog Here is a PDF of LVHs (formerly the Hilton) coveted prop bets for Super Bowl XLVI. Be sure you have plenty of printer paper as the list covers 44 pages! http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=LVH-Sportsbooks-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets&blog_id=9134 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=LVH-Sportsbooks-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets&blog_id=9134 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:03:17 PST Blog Gaming Today got the opinions of some Las Vegas oddsmakers and local media members on Super Bowl XLVI. Nine of the 11 picked New England to win. LVHs Jay Kornegay was on board with the Giants and MGMs Jay Rood hinted that the game will go under. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-oddsmakers-offer-opinions-on-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=9133 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-oddsmakers-offer-opinions-on-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=9133 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:52:42 PST Blog As of this afternoon, Phoenix point guard Steve Nash (thigh) is listed as a game time decision. The move towards Dallas (-2 to -3.5) suggests Nash wont play that or just a straight fade of the woeful Suns. Keep in my though that Dallas played an overtime contest last night and four players logged 35+ minutes including Dirk Nowitzki his first game back from an injury. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News:-Suns-Nash-a-game-time-decision-vs-Dallas&blog_id=9132 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News:-Suns-Nash-a-game-time-decision-vs-Dallas&blog_id=9132 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:58:14 PST Blog Article on the increased popularity of Super Bowl prop bets. LVH oddsmaker Jay Kornegay said close to half of the $87 million bet on last years Super Bowl in the state of Nevada came from prop wagers. One of the most famous was Refrigerator Perrrys touchdown during Chicagos Super Bowl XX win over New England. The line opened 100-1, was bet down to 5-1 and the books took a bath. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Prop-bets-more-popular-than-ever&blog_id=9131 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Prop-bets-more-popular-than-ever&blog_id=9131 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:04:22 PST Blog Article that argues the defenses for New England and New York are evenly matched. Some of the logic is without question flawed but with improved health, the Patriots are clearly in a better spot defensively than they were during the regular season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-New-Englands-defense-on-the-rise&blog_id=9130 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-New-Englands-defense-on-the-rise&blog_id=9130 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:38:21 PST Blog The 2011 Super Bowl was not a good one for the sportsbooks here in Las Vegas and offshore. They underestimated the groundswell of support for Green Bay and the Over. Money poured in on the favorite, driving the line up as high as -3 from a -1 opener. And money poured in on the Over; the closing total was as high as 55 at several key locations. When the Packers won 31-25, bettors cashed in on both the side and total. It was the worst Super Bowl result for the books since the infamous Super http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling-Preview&blog_id=9129 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling-Preview&blog_id=9129 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:34:58 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicapper Teddy Covers. Teddy broke down the entire NBA card from a betting perspective. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-30-2012-with-Handicapper-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=9128 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-30-2012-with-Handicapper-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=9128 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:13:15 PST Blog Weird goings on at the College of Charleston has head coach Bobby Cremins missed Saturdays game against Wofford due to health issues. He reportedly wasnt sleeping much and considered quitting but instead has taken a leave of absence. The Cougars started the season 9-1 including wins over Clemson and UMass. They then went to Louisville and nearly beat the Cardinals outright as http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Charleston-head-coach-Bobby-Cremins-leaves-team&blog_id=9127 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Charleston-head-coach-Bobby-Cremins-leaves-team&blog_id=9127 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:10:09 PST Blog Rumblings that New York Knicks head coach Mike DAntoni may be on his way out with the team in a current 1-9 slide. Following Saturdays loss to Houston, Tyson Chandler said he refused to have a losing season. Amare Stoudemire called out teammates for not being up to speed with the game plans. The Knicks http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Knicks-continue-slide-DAntoni-on-borrowed-time?&blog_id=9126 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Knicks-continue-slide-DAntoni-on-borrowed-time?&blog_id=9126 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:44:37 PST Blog One of many prop bets that always draws interest from bettors is Will There Be Three Straight Scores? We went back on got the results of every Super Bowl and found that three straight scores occurred 31 times (68.8%). There was a 22-year stretch where it occurred 20 times but the trend has cooled off of late with just three of the last eight http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-Prop-Bet-Trends:-Will-There-Be-Three-Straight-Scores?&blog_id=9125 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-Prop-Bet-Trends:-Will-There-Be-Three-Straight-Scores?&blog_id=9125 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:16:36 PST Blog New England talks about what it needs to do to keep New Yorks pass rush in check. The Giants recorded 48 sacks during the regular season including two in their Week 9 win in Foxboro. In three postseason games, the G-Men have notched nine sacks. But New England allowed just one sack against Baltimore and Denver two teams that combined for 89 sacks during the regular season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-New-England-preps-for-New-Yorks-pass-rush&blog_id=9124 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-New-England-preps-for-New-Yorks-pass-rush&blog_id=9124 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:45:27 PST Blog Pittsburgh is playing much better of late with two straight wins and pointspread covers in four of its last five games. After starting the season 11-1, it was a home loss to non-boarded Wagner that started a streak of eight straight losses. According to head coach Jamie Dixon, he didnt panic and his kids have continued to work hard. Tonight they face a West Virginia team off of two straight losses including a 63-61 nail bitter at Syracuse on Saturday. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Improving-Pittsburgh-travels-to-West-Virginia&blog_id=9123 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Improving-Pittsburgh-travels-to-West-Virginia&blog_id=9123 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:37:38 PST Blog Super Bowl XLVI Betting Line History Offshore and Las Vegas as of 1/30 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Line-History-Offshore-and-Las-Vegas-as-of-1/30&blog_id=9122 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Line-History-Offshore-and-Las-Vegas-as-of-1/30&blog_id=9122 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:08:32 PST Blog LVH oddsmaker Jeff Sherman posted this years Super Bowl XLVI/PGA Tour prop bets. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=LVH-Sportsbook-posts-Super-Bowl-XLVI-and-PGA-Tour-prop-bets&blog_id=9121 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=LVH-Sportsbook-posts-Super-Bowl-XLVI-and-PGA-Tour-prop-bets&blog_id=9121 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:51:17 PST Blog Montana gets somewhat of a break by having two days in between conference road games but I still feel this is going to be a difficult spot for the Grizzlies. The second game of back-to-back road tilts is particularly tough in the Big Sky because schools are spaced out and they dont have the luxury of top notch travel. There are some great examples of letdowns in these situations: Earlier this season, Montana won at Northern Arizona and two days later lost by 16 at Weber State. Weber State, http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sunday-College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Montana-Grizzlies-at-Portland-State-Vikings&blog_id=9120 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sunday-College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Montana-Grizzlies-at-Portland-State-Vikings&blog_id=9120 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:35:47 PST Andrew Lange Blog This is the wrong place at the wrong time for Fresno State, whose road struggles are well documented with 11 losses away from home this season. At 1-5 in WAC play, the Bulldogs are struggling and the schedule and situation is bad Saturday as they travel to take on one of the WACs top teams, New Mexico State. Fresno State is playing its third straight road game and coming off a tough travel spot with a quick turnaround following a draining, emotional 59-58 loss at Louisiana T http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Fresno-State-Bulldogs-at-New-Mexico-State-Aggies&blog_id=9119 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Fresno-State-Bulldogs-at-New-Mexico-State-Aggies&blog_id=9119 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 09:03:44 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Washington States Faisal Aden has been ruled out for todays game at Arizona State with a knee injury. Aden was coming off of PAC-12 Player of the Week honors after netting 33 and 24 in victories over Cal and Stanford. Arizona State is unlikely to have leading scorer Trent Lockett (ankle, doubtful). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Washington-State-and-Arizona-State-short-key-players&blog_id=9118 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Washington-State-and-Arizona-State-short-key-players&blog_id=9118 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:04:46 PST Blog I cant help but notice that when Ball State and Ohio hook up, the games tend to be pretty damn close. Last year, the two teams split with Ball State winning by three in overtime in the MAC Tournament and Ohio eking out of 61-60 victory in Muncie. In 2010, both meetings went to overtime. And the two years previous to that featured games decided by seven and two points. The Bobcats have four MAC wins this season and only one was by double-digits. The recently beat Miami http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Ball-State-Cardinals-at-Ohio-Bobcats&blog_id=9117 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Ball-State-Cardinals-at-Ohio-Bobcats&blog_id=9117 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:53:10 PST Andrew Lange Blog Odds on who will be named Super Bowl XLVI MVP courtesy of Pinnacle. Tom Brady who already has two under his belt is the favorite at -105 followed by Eli Manning at +225. Also, a listing of MVP winners dating back to 2000. Quarterbacks have won 24 times including four of the last five. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Odds-to-win-MVP-award&blog_id=9116 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Odds-to-win-MVP-award&blog_id=9116 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:28:28 PST Blog After returning for two games following a calf strain, Torontos Andrea Bargnani (23.5 ppg) has been ruled out for tonights contest at Denver with the same injury. In those two games, Bargnani netted 36 and 25 points as the Raptors won at Phoenix and Utah. In his absence, Toronto went 0-6 SU and averaged only 81 ppg. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Alert:-Torontos-Bargnani-ruled-out-for-game-at-Denver&blog_id=9115 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Alert:-Torontos-Bargnani-ruled-out-for-game-at-Denver&blog_id=9115 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:18:18 PST Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicapper Teddy Covers. Teddy broke down the entire NBA card from a betting perspective. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-27-2012-with-Handicapper-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=9114 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-27-2012-with-Handicapper-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=9114 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:16:46 PST Blog It is time for the Super Bowl which means your No. 1 source for betting information is no longer Sportsmemo but instead, zoo animals. Last year, Jenny the elephant and Cody to coati both picked never-in-doubt winners on the Green Bay Packers. This year, we turn our attention to Princess the camel from New http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-Princess-the-camel-has-your-Super-Bowl-winner&blog_id=9113 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-Princess-the-camel-has-your-Super-Bowl-winner&blog_id=9113 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:17:06 PST Blog A breakdown of some of the biggest reported bets in Super Bowl history. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Biggest-bets-it-Super-Bowl-history&blog_id=9112 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Biggest-bets-it-Super-Bowl-history&blog_id=9112 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:02:51 PST Blog Offshore sportsbook CRIS has posted most of its prop bets for Super Bowl XLVI. Two of which are the over/under passing yards for New Englands Tom Brady and New Yorks Eli Manning. Brady is currently priced at 327.5un-140 while Manning is 310.5ov-125. During the regular season meeting http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets:-Brady-and-Manning-Over/Under-passing-yards&blog_id=9111 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bets:-Brady-and-Manning-Over/Under-passing-yards&blog_id=9111 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:57:24 PST Blog Cantor Gaming received approval to take over the sportsbook at Las Vegas Palms Casino Resort. Cantor is slated to begin operations by early February. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cantor-Gaming-takes-over-Palms-Casino-Resort-sportsbook&blog_id=9110 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cantor-Gaming-takes-over-Palms-Casino-Resort-sportsbook&blog_id=9110 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:48:15 PST Blog The NHL just conducted its fantasy draft for Sundays All-Star game. You can tell from watching it that Daniel Alfredsson and Henrik Lundqvist had a game plan while Zdeno Chara was seemingly clueless. Looking at the game from a betting perspective (lines have yet to be released), I think Team Alfredsson has a clear edge. They are playing the game in Ottawa with five Senators slated to suit http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-All-Star-Game-Free-Pick:-Team-Alfredsson-vs-Team-Chara&blog_id=9109 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-All-Star-Game-Free-Pick:-Team-Alfredsson-vs-Team-Chara&blog_id=9109 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:39:29 PST Sammy P Blog In terms of table games, Baccarat reigns supreme in Las Vegas. During the recent Chinese New Year celebration, it was reported that a few gamblers were playing $100K-$200K a hand at the MGM Grand. Baccarat accounts for nearly 60 percent of MGMs table game revenue. In Atlantic City, where there arent as many high rollers, blackjack remains the most popular option. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Baccarat-has-become-Las-Vegas-big-moneymaker&blog_id=9108 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Baccarat-has-become-Las-Vegas-big-moneymaker&blog_id=9108 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:26:25 PST Blog New York Times review on the new HBO series Luck starting Dustin Hoffman and Nick Nolte. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-York-Times-review-new-HBO-horse-racing-series-Luck&blog_id=9107 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-York-Times-review-new-HBO-horse-racing-series-Luck&blog_id=9107 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:19:07 PST Blog Not only did Orlandos shooting woes continue against Boston with a dismal 30-for-79 38% showing from the floor, but the Magic managed to blow a 27-point first half lead. The Celtics were also playing without Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo. Boston held Orlando to just eight points in the fourth quarter en route to a 91-83 victory. The Celtics return home tonight to face Boston while the Magic travel to New Orleans. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Update:-Boston-continues-to-have-Orlandos-number&blog_id=9106 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Update:-Boston-continues-to-have-Orlandos-number&blog_id=9106 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:51:48 PST Blog ESPNs Chad Millman just posted his fourth annual Super Bowl prop contest. This winner gets his or her prop posted at Las Vegas Orleans Sportsbook. Last years winning prop bet was: When adding the digits of the final score individually, will the total be over/under 12.5? http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Create-your-own-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-and-have-it-posted-at-The-Orleans&blog_id=9105 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Create-your-own-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Prop-Bet-and-have-it-posted-at-The-Orleans&blog_id=9105 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:15:20 PST Blog There have been 14 Super Bowls played in indoor dome stadiums (note that in all three instances where a retractable dome was involved, it was closed for the game). In those 14 contests (see chart below), the Louisiana Superdome has played host six times. Not surprisingly, with the advent of retractable domes, weve had six indoor Super Bowls in the last 12 years with each at a different venue. The perfect conditions and faster surfaces would seemingly help offenses and push http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-All-time-Super-Bowl-results-in-dome-stadiums&blog_id=9104 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-All-time-Super-Bowl-results-in-dome-stadiums&blog_id=9104 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:06:04 PST Rob Veno Blog According to a Tweet from CNBCs Darren Rovell (he got it from someone else) the last 28 times the New England Patriots have won the coin toss, they have deferred. The New York Giants elected to receive the kick seven of their nine coin toss victories this season. This suggests that the Giants are going to get the ball http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Trends:-New-England-Patriots-prefer-to-defer-on-kickoffs&blog_id=9103 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Trends:-New-England-Patriots-prefer-to-defer-on-kickoffs&blog_id=9103 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:54:47 PST Blog Happen to have an extra 605K laying around? Why not spring for a luxury suite at Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. According to this article, ticket prices are actually down from last year which I find surprising. Ticket brokers have to be pleased with the marquee matchup Harbaugh vs. Harbaugh would have dropped ticket prices at least $500. Thus far, New York and New Jersey buyers have outnumber those from the New England area. Add in the host citys hatred for the Patriots and it could be a fairly pro-Giants crowd. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Average-ticket-selling-for-just-under-three-dimes&blog_id=9102 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Average-ticket-selling-for-just-under-three-dimes&blog_id=9102 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:29:17 PST Brent Crow Blog Following the signing of Prince Fielder, Detroits odds to win the 2012 World Series dropped from 14-1 to 9-1 according to Bovada Sportsbook (BoDog for US bettors). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=MLB-Handicapping:-Tigers-2012-World-Series-odds-drop-following-Fielder-acquisition&blog_id=9101 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=MLB-Handicapping:-Tigers-2012-World-Series-odds-drop-following-Fielder-acquisition&blog_id=9101 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:17:30 PST Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Rob Veno. Brent and Rob split the College Basketball card in half. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-26-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=9100 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-26-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=9100 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:23:24 PST Blog The Orlando Magic have had plenty of offensive struggles against the Boston Celtics over the last three seasons. Nowhere was that more evident than when these two teams met in Boston on Monday and the Magic shot 16-of-65, 24.6% from the floor in an 87-56 loss. Over the last 10 meetings, Orlando has hit only 40% of their field goals against the Celtics who are 7-3 SU, 6-3-1 ATS. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Orlando-hopes-to-solve-shooting-woes-vs-Boston&blog_id=9099 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Orlando-hopes-to-solve-shooting-woes-vs-Boston&blog_id=9099 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:49:53 PST Blog In seven PAC-12 games this season, Arizona State has topped 137 points once. It came against the fastest team in the league, Oregon State, who also happens to be incapable of stopping teams from scoring (57.4% effective FG% vs. PAC-12). In that game, there were 71 possessions and ASU shot 59% from the floor and 53% from three. If not for ASUs out-of-the-norm effort and a 45-point second half, that game probably lands in the low to mid 130s as oppose to 142. Outside of that game http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Washington-Huskies-at-Arizona-State-Sun-Devils&blog_id=9098 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Washington-Huskies-at-Arizona-State-Sun-Devils&blog_id=9098 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:00:09 PST Blog We last blogged about the alleged San Diego point shaving scandal back in April of last year. Since then, Sports Illustrateds Michael McKnight put together a report based on an eight-month investigation. Worth a read. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Illustrated-conducts-investigation-on-alleged-point-shaving-at-San-Diego&blog_id=9097 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Illustrated-conducts-investigation-on-alleged-point-shaving-at-San-Diego&blog_id=9097 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:40:12 PST Blog Chart of the profits Nevada sportsbooks have pulled in from the Super Bowl dating back to 1995. Over the last 17 years a total of $1.34 billion has been wagered on the Super Bowl in the state of Nevada. During that span, the books have won $96 million. Results courtesy of the Nevada Gaming Control Board. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Nevada-sportsbooks-have-profited-in-15-of-the-last-17-Super-Bowls&blog_id=9096 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Nevada-sportsbooks-have-profited-in-15-of-the-last-17-Super-Bowls&blog_id=9096 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:13:52 PST Blog Las Vegas oddsmakers are expecting this years Super Bowl handle to top $90 million. According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board, there was $87 million wagered on Super Bowl XLV within the state. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-sportsbooks-project-Super-Bowl-XLVI-handle-to-reach-$90-million&blog_id=9095 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-sportsbooks-project-Super-Bowl-XLVI-handle-to-reach-$90-million&blog_id=9095 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:08:07 PST Blog Birdman, the rapper not the Denver Nuggets role player, says he plans on wagering $5 million on the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. Mr. Bird was kicked out of the Celebrities Who Have Never Lost a Sports Bet club when he threw down $2 million on the Miami Heat to win last years NBA title. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Rapper-claims-he-is-betting-all-of-our-houses-on-the-New-England-Patriots&blog_id=9094 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Rapper-claims-he-is-betting-all-of-our-houses-on-the-New-England-Patriots&blog_id=9094 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:57:12 PST Blog The Lakers are going through a very difficult transition from Phil Jacksons triangle offense an offense that they ran successfully for more than a decade -- and Mike Browns more conventional offensive approach. The Lakers have reached the 100 point mark only once in their first 18 games. Even with Kobe Bryant pouring in points on a nightly basis hes scored 30+ seven times in the Lakers last ten games the rest of the team simply hasnt found any sort of offensive flow. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Night-Cap-Free-Play:-Los-Angeles-Clippers-at-Los-Angeles-Lakers&blog_id=9093 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Night-Cap-Free-Play:-Los-Angeles-Clippers-at-Los-Angeles-Lakers&blog_id=9093 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:02:14 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Sportsmemos Annual Super Bowl Posting Forum Contest DETAILS Pick the side, total and predict the final score and you can win a service package valued at more than $1000. RULES AND PROCEDURES 1). Pick the ATS winner on the side 2). Pick the Over/Under http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemos-Annual-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Contest&blog_id=9092 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemos-Annual-Super-Bowl-XLVI-Contest&blog_id=9092 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:10:19 PST Blog Interesting article on the SECs schedule heavily favoring golden child Kentucky. Because of wanting to get them in the national spotlight as much as possible, the Wildcats have typically received more preparation time in between conference games compared to the rest of the league. The SECs coaches arent too thrilled with the set up. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-SEC-schedule-favors-Kentucky&blog_id=9091 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-SEC-schedule-favors-Kentucky&blog_id=9091 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:08:49 PST Blog The 2011-12 NFL regular season was dubbed by many to be the Year of the Quarterback. With scoring at a feverish peak thanks to the likes of Drew Brees, Aaron Rodgers and of course Tom Brady filling up the stat sheet every Sunday; it is easy to understand why. While most are drawn to the incredible numbers Brady produced lets not forget the other side of the football. Much has been made about the weakness of New Englands schedule and rightfully so. In fact, on closer examination, since their http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-New-England-has-lucked-out-on-opposing-quarterbacks&blog_id=9090 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-New-England-has-lucked-out-on-opposing-quarterbacks&blog_id=9090 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:45:30 PST Erin Rynning Blog At one point this season, the New York Giants were priced at 80-to-1 to win the Super Bowl. Those who were able to take advantage have made Las Vegas bookmakers somewhat nervous heading into next weeks big game. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-New-York-Giants-were-at-one-time-80-1-to-win-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9089 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-New-York-Giants-were-at-one-time-80-1-to-win-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9089 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:30:01 PST Blog Since losing at home to South Florida on January 5th, Villanova seems to have made some major improvements. The young team is picking up on what it takes to play in the Big East, and their talent is emerging. As a result, they are 3-2 SU and 4-1 ATS since that loss, and faced three of the top teams in the league http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Villanova-Wildcats-at-Louisville-Cardinals&blog_id=9088 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Villanova-Wildcats-at-Louisville-Cardinals&blog_id=9088 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:23:52 PST Brent Crow Blog Social media is quickly becoming a hub for online gambling and interactive companies are looking to cash in. Renos International Game Technology (they make slots) is working out a deal with Double Down Interactive worth upwards of $500 million. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Online-gambling-and-social-media-develop-logical-partnership&blog_id=9087 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Online-gambling-and-social-media-develop-logical-partnership&blog_id=9087 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:18:42 PST Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Erin Rynning. Brent covered every game on the College Basketball card while ER tackled the NBA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-25-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9086 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-25-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9086 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:33:41 PST Blog Here are some quotes from this weeks Big Ten Coaches Teleconference. The Big Ten is arguably the best conference in the nation this season, and according to Kenpom rankings, No. 1. I also believe the Big Ten has the finest collection of coaches in the country with John Beilein, Bill Carmody, Tom Cream http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Big-Ten-Coaches-Teleconference&blog_id=9085 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Big-Ten-Coaches-Teleconference&blog_id=9085 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:19:52 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog I recently came across an interesting note and trend on a first half money-maker this season. I identified this team and situation early season, but must admit I did not follow through consistently betting the Eastern Michigan totals after a few cashes early season. Many college basketball bettors do not wager on first half lines, but come the second half, bettors often fire away at the adjusted halftime lines. Heres another situation and streak that may get you to dig deeper into totals, pace ratings http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Eastern-Michigan-first-half-betting-trend&blog_id=9084 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Eastern-Michigan-first-half-betting-trend&blog_id=9084 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:54:37 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog It occurred four years ago, but the New England Patriots are hoping to learn from their Super Bowl XLII loss to New York. The Boston Globe lists the 5 Things That Went Wrong during the game and what changes have taken place for the Pats since then. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-New-England-Patriots-hope-to-learn-from-SB-XLII-loss&blog_id=9083 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting:-New-England-Patriots-hope-to-learn-from-SB-XLII-loss&blog_id=9083 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:38:19 PST Blog Hoping to get a hold of the LVHs (new name for the Las Vegas Hilton) prop bets for Super Bowl XLVI. There are expected to be as many as 325 for bettors to choose from. Last year props were posted on the Thursday afternoon after the conference championships. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Bettors-gear-up-for-release-of-prop-bets&blog_id=9082 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Bettors-gear-up-for-release-of-prop-bets&blog_id=9082 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:28:01 PST Blog Boise State is down another starter after Jeff Elorriaga broke his thumb and will miss the remainder of the season. The Broncos play host to UNLV tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-25-2012&blog_id=9081 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-25-2012&blog_id=9081 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:09:43 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Las Vegas Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay discusses Kansas home court advantage (-5/-5.5), teams that have no home court advantage (TCU) and the recent Kansas-Baylor matchup in which the Jayhawks cruised to a 92-74 victory in Lawrence. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Oddsmaker-says-Phog-Allen-worth--5/-55-to-Kansas&blog_id=9080 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Oddsmaker-says-Phog-Allen-worth--5/-55-to-Kansas&blog_id=9080 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:57:09 PST Blog 5Dimes was nice enough to post some college football and NFL Regular Season Over/Under numbers for next year we have no idea why Marshall made the cut. LSU plays eight home games vs. only four on the road (at Auburn, Florida, Texas A&M and Arkansas). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-and-NFL-Regular-Season-Over/Under-Wins-2012-13&blog_id=9079 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-and-NFL-Regular-Season-Over/Under-Wins-2012-13&blog_id=9079 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:19:31 PST Blog Theres only one reason that the New England Patriots, not the Baltimore Ravens, are in the Super Bowl. That reason? Unheralded, undrafted rookie free agent Sterling Moore made the game saving play, knocking the ball out of Baltimore wide receiver Lee Evans hands in the end zone, negating what would have been the game winning Ravens touchdown in the closing seconds. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Players-like-Sterling-Moore-help-fuel-Patriots&blog_id=9078 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Players-like-Sterling-Moore-help-fuel-Patriots&blog_id=9078 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:56:16 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Perhaps a better explanation for the significant line move in tonights San Diego State-Wyoming matchup. Long story short, the Aztecs had a little trouble getting to Laramie. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-Travel-troubles-for-San-Diego-State-Aztecs&blog_id=9077 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-Travel-troubles-for-San-Diego-State-Aztecs&blog_id=9077 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:42:33 PST Blog If you happen to work at the New York Stock Exchange, it has been suggested that you get your Super Bowl XLVI bets in before the bell rings. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Stock-traders-can-bet-on-stocks-but-not-the-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9076 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Stock-traders-can-bet-on-stocks-but-not-the-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9076 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:31:51 PST Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Sammy P. Rob covered every game on the College Basketball card while Sammy P discussed the NHL slate. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-24-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Sammy-P&blog_id=9075 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-24-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Sammy-P&blog_id=9075 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:33:51 PST Blog Article on the Portland Trail Blazers and their struggles with the lack of practice time and head coach Nate McMillians desire to play at a faster tempo. The Blazers had a tough go of it on a recent six-game road trip averaged 91 ppg, topped 100 points just once and finished 2-4 SU. A pretty strong home/road dichotomy at work with Portland shooting 46.1% and averaging 104.3 ppg at home and http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Trail-Blazers-adjust-to-lack-of-practice-new-style&blog_id=9074 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Trail-Blazers-adjust-to-lack-of-practice-new-style&blog_id=9074 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:09:35 PST Blog The fact the Cleveland has six wins at this point in the season has to be considered a fairly impressive accomplishment. But their last two games looked a lot like last year with a 39-point home loss to the Derrick Rose-less Chicago Bulls and a 27-point road loss to Atlanta. Cleveland has had two days to emotionally recover and is eager for a bounce back performance tonight in Miami. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Cleveland-hoping-to-turn-things-around-at-Miami&blog_id=9073 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Cleveland-hoping-to-turn-things-around-at-Miami&blog_id=9073 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:56:47 PST Blog For the upcoming Super Bowl between New York and New England, the first half total currently sits at 27.5 or 28 depending on where you shop. There is a real head scratching contrast in the first half play of Patriots games this season. Whats very interesting to note is that their road games have been significantly higher scoring than those played in Foxboro. In six of their eight road games this season, New Englands first halves have totaled 27 or more points and those contests averaged http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Tips:-New-England-Patriots-first-half-O/U-review&blog_id=9072 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Tips:-New-England-Patriots-first-half-O/U-review&blog_id=9072 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:29:26 PST Rob Veno Blog Why on earth is Southern Illinois laying -7 in a conference game? I understand Bradley is not very good and the Salukis are coming off a 85-42 beat down at Wichita, but this number is in my opinion way too high. Situational aside, lets look at the facts: Both teams have faced similar league schedules http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Bradley-Braves-at-Southern-Illinois-Salukis&blog_id=9071 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Bradley-Braves-at-Southern-Illinois-Salukis&blog_id=9071 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:01:33 PST Andrew Lange Blog Were about 36 hour removed from sportsbooks posting their openers for Super Bowl XLVI. Up until this point a majority of the money has come in on the New York Giants. We mentioned yesterday that most offshore shops opened with New England -3.5. Bettors however pounced on the Giants and the key number of +3.5. The line then dipped to New England -3 (-120) followed shortly thereafter by a flat -3 (-110). Then yesterday afternoon another wave of Giants money came in dropping the line to New England -3 (+105/EV)/New York +3 (-125/-120). There are even a few offshore shops (5Dimes, BetOnline) currently offering the Pats at -2.5 (-125). Pinnacles dropdown menu has New England -2.5 (-120). In Las Vegas, every major sportsbook is showing New England -3 (EV or -105). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling-Update:-Bettors-continue-to-flock-towards-Giants&blog_id=9070 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling-Update:-Bettors-continue-to-flock-towards-Giants&blog_id=9070 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:31:28 PST Blog Kentucky head coach John Calipari is a smart man and during a recent interview basically said that his team actually needs to lose in order to better prepare themselves for the postseason. Unfortunately for Calipari, that has only occurred once this year; back on December 10 at Indiana. Since http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Kentucky-not-facing-enough-adversity-according-to-Calipari&blog_id=9069 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Kentucky-not-facing-enough-adversity-according-to-Calipari&blog_id=9069 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:16:54 PST Blog As we approach Super Bowl XLVI, Patriots quarterback Tom Brady against the New York Giants pass rush presents a fascinating matchup. In the 2008 Super Bowl, the Giants were clearly able to frustrate Brady as New Englands vaunted offense was held to 14 points and under 300 totla yards. Much has changed over the last four years, but Brady was banged around and lacking confidence once http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-Super-Bowl-XLVI:-Tom-Brady-vs-New-York-Giants-defense&blog_id=9068 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-Super-Bowl-XLVI:-Tom-Brady-vs-New-York-Giants-defense&blog_id=9068 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:02:49 PST Erin Rynning Blog New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was recently asked if hed participate in a little political wagering for the upcoming Super Bowl XLVI between the New York Giants and New England Patriots. These never involve any type of pointspread and as far as we know, money never exchanges hands. The winner typically http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jerseys-Chris-Christie-not-biting-on-Super-Bowl-bets&blog_id=9067 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jerseys-Chris-Christie-not-biting-on-Super-Bowl-bets&blog_id=9067 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:55:26 PST Blog Lay the Favorite, a sports betting movie based on Beth Raymers memoir of the same name, just debuted at the Sundance Film Festival. Unfortunately, critics were fairly lukewarm in their critiques. Here are reviews from Hollywood Reporter, Film School Rejects and The Guardian. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=So-so-reviews-on-sports-betting-flick-Lay-the-Favorite&blog_id=9066 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=So-so-reviews-on-sports-betting-flick-Lay-the-Favorite&blog_id=9066 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:20:11 PST Blog The Sportsmemo Blog embraces all things gambling related, even if it includes 50 Cent and his supposed winnings ($500k) from last weekends NFL Playoffs. Mr. Cent claims to have cashed in on New Yorks win over San Francisco in the NFC title game it was a voice in which pointed him in towards the G-Men. Our own Teddy Covers was down at Las Vegas M Casino and sat nearby 50 Cent and undefeated boxer/undefeated sports bettor Floyd Mayweather. You can listen to Teddys analysis of the celebrity sighting as well as both championship games right here. As for Mr. 50, he plans on passing along the extra scratch to his mothers church. No need for a collection plate this Sunday. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=50-Cent-joins-the-Celebrities-Who-Have-Never-Lost-A-Sports-Bet-club&blog_id=9065 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=50-Cent-joins-the-Celebrities-Who-Have-Never-Lost-A-Sports-Bet-club&blog_id=9065 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:06:18 PST Blog Never shy for publicity, Irish bookmaker Paddy Power decided the coast was clear to pay out bets on Mitt Romney to win the GOP nomination. But after Newt Gingrich emerged victorious at the recent South Carolina Republican Primary (40.4% to Romenys 27.8%), Romneys odds were cut from 1/14 to 2/5. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsbook-prematurely-pays-out-tickets-on-Romney-to-win-GOP&blog_id=9064 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsbook-prematurely-pays-out-tickets-on-Romney-to-win-GOP&blog_id=9064 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:01:53 PST Blog The Cleveland Cavaliers returned home following a relatively successful road trip (3-4 SU, wins at Charlotte, Phoenix and Minnesota), with a miserable two game homestand. First, they lost by ten to Golden State, and they followed it up with a 39 point home loss the worst home loss in franchise history to a Bulls http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-23-2012&blog_id=9063 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-23-2012&blog_id=9063 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:08:34 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Teddy recapped the NFL Conference Championships and talk opening line moves for Super Bowl XLVI. Erin discussed every game on the NBA card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-23-2012-with-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9062 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-23-2012-with-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9062 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:23:07 PST Blog Wynn sportsbook director John Avello was surprised by the early money coming in on the New York Giants for Super Bowl XLVI. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-oddsmaker-surprised-by-betting-action-on-New-York-Giants&blog_id=9061 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-oddsmaker-surprised-by-betting-action-on-New-York-Giants&blog_id=9061 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:54:03 PST Blog Publicly, the NFL is among one of the staunchest opponents of legalized gambling. Former commissioner Paul Tagliabue and current commissioner Roger Goodell were instrumental in getting the anti gaming Illegal Internet Gambling Prohibition Act attached to the Port Security Bill. The NFL has taken this stance despite the fact that its enormous popularity is, in no small part, due to the prevalence of betting on games. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=A-perfect-match:-Gambling-and-the-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9060 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=A-perfect-match:-Gambling-and-the-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9060 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:38:59 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Here is a list of Super Bowl pointspread results based on seed. Dating back to 1996, the lower seed has dominated from a spread perspective, going 11-2-2. Two seasons ago was unique in that two No. 1 seeds met for the first time in Super Bowl history. New York is the fourth seed in the NFC while New England is the top seed in the AFC. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Against-the-spread-results-based-on-seed&blog_id=9059 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Against-the-spread-results-based-on-seed&blog_id=9059 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:23:08 PST Blog Odds on Super Bowl XLVI were posted immediately following last nights NCF Championship. Offshore, CRIS, Pinnacle and 5Dimes opened New England -3.5 but most of the early money came in on New York. In Las Vegas, the Hilton opened -3 and hasnt moved while the Wynn opened -4 (down to -3.5ev). Caesars also opened -4 but was bet down to -3. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Early-money-comes-in-on-New-York-Giants&blog_id=9058 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Gambling:-Early-money-comes-in-on-New-York-Giants&blog_id=9058 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:42:45 PST Blog Here are you all-time Super Bowl results dating back to 1967. Only six times have we seen the team to win fail to cover the pointspread. Overall, favorites are 26-18 against the spread (the 1982 Super Bowl was lined as a pick em) but underdogs have been the play of late with seven of the last 10 taking the money. In terms of totals, the UNDER was the way to play it back in the late 60s and early 70s. The 80s and 90s trended OVER the total but it has shifted back towards the UNDER with five of the last seven winning. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=All-Time-Super-Bowl-Betting-Results-1967-2011&blog_id=9057 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=All-Time-Super-Bowl-Betting-Results-1967-2011&blog_id=9057 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:23:05 PST Blog The Dallas Mavericks have decided to shut down Dirk Nowitzki who according to reports has a bum knee and is out of shape. He wont rest but rather go through an intense regiment over the next week in order to shore up some of his issues. Starting tonight, hell miss three games; at home vs. Phoenix, Minnesota and Utah. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Alert:-Dallas-says-Nowitzki-needs-to-get-back-in-shape&blog_id=9056 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Alert:-Dallas-says-Nowitzki-needs-to-get-back-in-shape&blog_id=9056 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:09:27 PST Blog Article from the Los Angeles Times on the third game of back-to-back-to-backs in the NBA. Heading into this past weekend, teams were a solid 8-4 straight up (all eight wins came at home). The overall record of the three-game sets is 22-14 SU. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Teams-able-to-handle-difficult-scheduling-spots-thus-far&blog_id=9055 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Teams-able-to-handle-difficult-scheduling-spots-thus-far&blog_id=9055 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:01:16 PST Blog The New York Giants understand theyll need to throw the football and spread the field in order to have success on offense. With San Franciscos stout run defense and the Giants struggling offensive line, this makes perfect sense. As a result, were looking for the Giants to throw their share of quick hitters, and slants http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-New-York-WR-Mario-Manningham-Total-Receptions&blog_id=9054 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-New-York-WR-Mario-Manningham-Total-Receptions&blog_id=9054 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:49:39 PST Erin Rynning Blog When these two teams met in November, they combined for six field goals by midway through the third quarter. This is nothing unusual for the 49ers, a team that has been heavily reliant on kicker David Akers and their stellar red zone defense all year. San Francisco finished the regular season ranked fourth in the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-Total-Made-Field-Goals&blog_id=9053 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-Total-Made-Field-Goals&blog_id=9053 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:31:26 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Sell the Boston Celtics Last week we discussed how the Denver Nuggets were a perfect fit for the lockout NBA season. Well, the Celtics are on the complete other end of the spectrum. They are declining in so many ways and when you add in the lockout, it has become an avalanche of sorts. Last year, Boston made a huge decision to trade Kendrick Perkins for Jeff Green. Up until this point, the move has backfired with Green out for the year thus leaving a glaring hole down low. No question the losses http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Stock-Watch:-Boston-Celtics-not-built-for-shortened-season&blog_id=9052 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Stock-Watch:-Boston-Celtics-not-built-for-shortened-season&blog_id=9052 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:24:24 PST Erin Rynning Blog Willing to lay the extra juice here with Patriots TE Hernandez who has averaged 65 receiving yards per game and gone over this total three of the last five games. His rapport with QB Tom Brady has increased immensely over the current five-game stretch as the pair has connected for 438 yards which is 48 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=AFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-New-England-TE-Aaron-Hernandez-Receiving-Yards&blog_id=9051 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=AFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-New-England-TE-Aaron-Hernandez-Receiving-Yards&blog_id=9051 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:09:19 PST Rob Veno Blog I have made this prop bet on several occasions throughout the college football postseason and NFL playoffs. With Baltimores defense vs. New Englands offense, I feel that we have a good shot of the Ravens forcing a field goal attempt on the Patriots first foray into scoring territory. Flipping the matchups gives us an even better http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=AFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-First-score-of-game-will-be-a-touchdown-or-field-goal?&blog_id=9050 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=AFC-Championship-Prop-Bet:-First-score-of-game-will-be-a-touchdown-or-field-goal?&blog_id=9050 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:01:19 PST Brent Crow Blog The Thunder continue their road trip tonight in the Meadowlands against New Jersey. These two teams are polar opposites in terms of NBA talent. The Thunder has built their team around the immense talents of Kevin Durant, while recently signing point guard Russell Westbrook to a long term contract. Theyve filled out their roster with solid role players and have placed an emphasis on defense. Meanwhile, the Nets are trying to change their fortunes with a lottery type attitude. They invested a http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Oklahoma-City-Thunder-at-New-Jersey-Nets&blog_id=9049 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Oklahoma-City-Thunder-at-New-Jersey-Nets&blog_id=9049 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 08:56:50 PST Erin Rynning Blog This will be a difficult task for the Vols who will be excited about playing this national power on their home floor but may be doing so at the wrong time. Unlike the other two non-conference underdogs, the situation doesnt hold any advantage for Tennessee. Connecticut is looking forward to this quick turnaround so they can gain a bit of redemption after Wednesdays nights home upset loss to Cincinnati. Meanwhile, Tennessee is off an overtime heartbreaker at Georgia where they http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-UConn-Huskies-at-Tennessee-Volunteers&blog_id=9048 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-UConn-Huskies-at-Tennessee-Volunteers&blog_id=9048 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:34:20 PST Blog Arizona may be 4-2 in the PAC-12 but I havent been impressive with what Ive seen. The offense has a very difficult time getting open looks and it shows in the numbers vs. league opponents: 9th offensive efficiency, 8th effective FG%, 11th 2-point FG%. Thats not going to get it done on the road vs. comparable competition on a consistent basis. Defensively, UAs numbers look fantastic vs. league http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Arizona-Wildcats-at-Colorado-Buffaloes&blog_id=9047 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Arizona-Wildcats-at-Colorado-Buffaloes&blog_id=9047 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:58:23 PST Andrew Lange Blog Bud Walton Arena will be cranked up for this visit so the ascending Wolverines will need to overcome Arkansas significant emotional advantage. Michigan is in the flattest of flat spots here after defeating hated rival Michigan State 60-59 Tuesday night in an absolute nail biter. Getting up and putting forth an effort like that on the road versus a non-descript, non-conference foe is extremely improbable. That sets the table for a young Arkansas squad under first year head coach Mike Anderson and his relentless 94 foot pressure style. Michigans freshman point guard Trey Burke has passed nearly http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Saturday-NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-Michigan-Wolverines-at-Arkansas-Razorbacks&blog_id=9046 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Saturday-NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-Michigan-Wolverines-at-Arkansas-Razorbacks&blog_id=9046 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:59:18 PST Rob Veno Blog Las Vegas Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay noted that his power rating for the AFC Championship was New England -6 but opened the game -7 and after a few bets was forced to move the line to -7.5. Sportsmemo handicapper Teddy Covers power rating came out New England -6.5 while Rob Veno had New England -5. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-AFC-Championship-Power-Ratings&blog_id=9045 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-AFC-Championship-Power-Ratings&blog_id=9045 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:51:44 PST Blog The SEC race is shaping up as a two-team sprint after the first three weeks of conference play. Kentucky and Vanderbilt are the front runners with everyone else falling back into the pack. The Wildcats and Commodores could not be any more different, with Kentucky made up of all freshmen and sophomores while Vandy gets its production from upperclassmen. Vanderbilt also does not get the respect from bettors and oddsmakers that Kentucky does, although that may change after http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=SEC-Basketball-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-20-2012&blog_id=9044 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=SEC-Basketball-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-20-2012&blog_id=9044 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:33:45 PST Brent Crow Blog Grantlands Bill Barnwell reviews the sportsbook at Las Vegas Aria Casino. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Grantland-reviews-Las-Vegas-Aria-Casino-sportsbook&blog_id=9043 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Grantland-reviews-Las-Vegas-Aria-Casino-sportsbook&blog_id=9043 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:01:05 PST Blog Article on the change in culture, specifically on the defensive end of the floor, in Minnesotas first season under head coach Rick Adelman. The Timberwolves currently rank 11th in the league in points per game allowed (92.5) after ranking dead last (107.7) during the 2010-11 campaign. Note that the totals for last seasons series against the Clippers were 208.5 (under), 213.5 (over), 214.5 (under) and 209.5 (over). Tonights total opened 188. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Timberwolves-thinking-defense-as-they-face-the-Clippers&blog_id=9042 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Timberwolves-thinking-defense-as-they-face-the-Clippers&blog_id=9042 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:52:20 PST Blog Game being played at The Palestra at 11 am local (ESPNU) which could add to the flat spot for Temple. Off of a tough three game Atlantic-10 stretch in which the Owls won as a +9.5 point underdog at St. Louis, came up short three days later at Richmond and then edged out Big Five rival LaSalle, it would be understandable if they werent fully focused. There is word that Temples starting center Michael Eric will return for this contest which means there could be some non-cohesive minutes when he is on the floor. It would be a great spot to gradually work Eric back into the rotation. If Temple is unaffected http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Saturday-NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-Maryland-Terrapins-at-Temple-Owls&blog_id=9041 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Saturday-NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-Maryland-Terrapins-at-Temple-Owls&blog_id=9041 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:41:13 PST Rob Veno Blog Heres a stat that not many people seem to have noticed. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith has been an absolute pointspread machine playing at home. Smith closed out 2009 on a 4-0 ATS run in his last four starts at Candlestick Park. Last year, despite injuries and a Mike Singletary benching, http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Betting:-49ers-and-QB-Alex-Smith-on-amazing-pointspread-run-at-home&blog_id=9040 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Betting:-49ers-and-QB-Alex-Smith-on-amazing-pointspread-run-at-home&blog_id=9040 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:21:10 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Obviously a lot of time left before kickoff but here is the initial report for Sundays NFC Championship between San Francisco and New York. The total has been bet down from an opener of 44 to its current number of 42. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-Rain-expected-for-NFC-Championship&blog_id=9039 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-Rain-expected-for-NFC-Championship&blog_id=9039 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:17:13 PST Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Teddy Covers. Rob covered this weekends NFL Conference Championships and Teddy took care of the NBA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-20-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=9038 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-20-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=9038 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:11:47 PST Blog Article on the increase of zone defenses in the NBA. The Warriors, Bobcats and Raptors are the most frequent users (12-32 SU, 21-23 ATS combined). The Hawks, Heat, Bobcats and Thunder face the most zone defenses. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-More-teams-looking-to-play-zone-defense&blog_id=9037 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-More-teams-looking-to-play-zone-defense&blog_id=9037 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:12:35 PST Blog Las Vegas oddsmakers Jay Kornegay and Jay Rood weigh in on this weekends conference championship games. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-sportsbooks-gear-up-for-NFL-Conference-Championships&blog_id=9036 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-sportsbooks-gear-up-for-NFL-Conference-Championships&blog_id=9036 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:53:50 PST Blog Some American online poker players are trying to sue the pants off Ultimate Bet, a Canadian company accused of running various scams. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=US-poker-players-sue-former-online-site-Ultimate-Bet&blog_id=9035 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=US-poker-players-sue-former-online-site-Ultimate-Bet&blog_id=9035 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:49:06 PST Blog Article from the San Francisco Chronicle on the DOJs update of the Wire Act of 1961 and the potential for an online gambling explosion. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=United-States-readies-for-online-gambling-explosion&blog_id=9034 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=United-States-readies-for-online-gambling-explosion&blog_id=9034 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:18:01 PST Blog Sammy P came in with an afternoon segment on the Sportsmemo Podcast. You can listen to Sam break down tonights game right here. Be sure to take advantage of Sammys special Podcast offer for Rest of the Season service. Hes currently on a remarkable 90-59 +36.95 unit run and highlighting tonights card is his 20* NHL Power Play Total of the Year. In the meantime, below is a free play selection with analysis. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Sammy-Ps-Podcast-Special-Offer-and-Free-Play&blog_id=9033 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Sammy-Ps-Podcast-Special-Offer-and-Free-Play&blog_id=9033 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:53:00 PST Sammy P Blog Still a few months until the baseball season but Sports Illustrateds Tom Verducci released his Verducci Effect qualifiers for 2012 (see chart graphic below). Deadspin countered with an article debunking the theory. From a betting perspective, last years arms produced mixed results. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Baseball-Betting-News:-Verducci-Effect-released-for-2012-season&blog_id=9032 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Baseball-Betting-News:-Verducci-Effect-released-for-2012-season&blog_id=9032 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:58:22 PST Blog Las Vegas Hilton oddsmakers Jay Kornegay offers his opinion on where he thinks the San Francisco-New York line is headed. The 49ers are currently -2.5 across the board. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmaker-says-49ers-Giants-line-will-be-close-to-a-pick&blog_id=9031 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmaker-says-49ers-Giants-line-will-be-close-to-a-pick&blog_id=9031 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:28:34 PST Blog Good article on New Englands defense. The Patriots are trying to be the worst-rated (31st) stop unit to ever win a Super Bowl. New Orleans 2009 Super Bowl squad currently owns that distinction (25th). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-Patriots-would-be-worst-ever-defense-to-win-a-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9030 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-Patriots-would-be-worst-ever-defense-to-win-a-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9030 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:19:37 PST Blog What would the Sportsmemo Blog be without more New Jersey sports betting news? At this rate, the Garden State will be betting on college basketball games by 2037. Yesterday, Governor Chris Christie signed legislation to allow sports betting at Atlantic City casinos. Now, New Jersey must file suit against the federal government and its ban. And so the saga continues... http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Christie-signs-sports-betting-bill-for-Atlantic-City-casinos&blog_id=9029 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Christie-signs-sports-betting-bill-for-Atlantic-City-casinos&blog_id=9029 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:55:34 PST Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Rob Veno. Brent and Rob covered tonights College Basketball card in two parts. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-19-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=9028 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-19-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=9028 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:35:45 PST Blog It has been quite a turnaround for Illinois of late. Less than a month ago, this team had the look of a .500 team in Big Ten play. But three straight close wins, including a 79-74 victory over Ohio State has the Illini atop the league standings. The win over the Buckeyes was particularly intriguing because Illinois got 43 points from Brandon Paul and as a team shot 60% from the floor and 61% from three. Prior to http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Hoops-Free-Pick:-Illinois-Fighting-Illini-at-Penn-State-Nittany-Lions&blog_id=9027 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Hoops-Free-Pick:-Illinois-Fighting-Illini-at-Penn-State-Nittany-Lions&blog_id=9027 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:24:08 PST Andrew Lange Blog More Mayor vs. Mayor wagering taking place this NFL postseason. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg scored some cheese curds and root beer when the Giants took down Green Bay last week. Hes looking to add to his bankroll with a wager with San Francisco Mayor Edwin Lee. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-York-and-San-Francisco-mayors-get-down-on-some-NFL-betting-action&blog_id=9026 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-York-and-San-Francisco-mayors-get-down-on-some-NFL-betting-action&blog_id=9026 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:08:22 PST Blog Continuing our analysis of close pointspread results, there has been over 500 games thus far in January, and 40% of the games landed within five points of the betting line and 10% within one point of the line. If fact, 16 of the 18 games January 16-17 landed within five points of the betting line, and last Saturday it was a remarkable 48 of 99 games! As previously mentioned, regardless of your level of handicapping ability, long term results of these close ATS games should produce close to 50% ATS http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Analyzing-close-pointspread-results-Part-II&blog_id=9025 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Analyzing-close-pointspread-results-Part-II&blog_id=9025 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:53:32 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Good article from the New York Times on the lack of impact homefield has had in the NFL playoffs. The Packers for example went 3-0 on the road last season and won the Super Bowl but are 2-4 in their last six postseason contests. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Betting-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Homefield-no-longer-a-huge-advantage&blog_id=9024 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Betting-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Homefield-no-longer-a-huge-advantage&blog_id=9024 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:46:22 PST Blog Just when things were starting to look slightly better that catastrophic, Utah decided to part ways with do-everything guard Jiggy Watkins for violating team rules. If you never watched the Utes play, well walk you through a typical possession: (Insert player name) inbounds to Watkins who strolls up the court at a leisurely http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-Utah-parts-way-with-key-player-Watkins&blog_id=9023 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-Utah-parts-way-with-key-player-Watkins&blog_id=9023 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:22:19 PST Blog Two angles at work tonight in Blacksburg with North Carolina off an embarrassing 33-point loss at Florida State and Virginia Tech the only team in the ACC without a league win. The Hokies expect to return guard Erick Green. Green leads the team in points, assists and steals but missed the last game (61-59 loss at Boston College) due to a knee injury. The Tar Heels have not lost back-to-back ACC games since the 2009-10 season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Off-33-point-loss-North-Carolina-travels-to-Virginia-Tech&blog_id=9022 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Off-33-point-loss-North-Carolina-travels-to-Virginia-Tech&blog_id=9022 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:16:54 PST Blog The Las Vegas Hilton Superbook has already posted odds on next years Super Bowl winner with the Green Bay Packers 5-1, New Orleans 6-1 and New England 8-1 topping the list. You can also grab some 100-1 on Cleveland, Washington, St. Louis and Jacksonville. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-Hilton-posts-odds-on-2013-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9021 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-Hilton-posts-odds-on-2013-Super-Bowl&blog_id=9021 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:50:31 PST Blog Earlier this afternoon we saw offshore sportsbooks CRIS and Grande drop the line to 6.5 for Sundays Baltimore-New England game. The number didnt last but about 20 minutes before bouncing back New Englands way to -7. We didnt notice any major Las Vegas books budge off of 7/7.5. Below is CRISs line history since late Sunday. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-Sportsbooks-drop-Baltimore-New-England-line-to-65&blog_id=9020 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-Sportsbooks-drop-Baltimore-New-England-line-to-65&blog_id=9020 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:39:18 PST Blog The NBA season is already 20% complete and Ive been tracking scores, stats and ATS results with the condensed schedule having an impact on teams energy and effort on a nightly basis. We see more teams playing reserves in the fourth quarter as a game becomes out of reach. With that, home teams are covering more pointspreads and especially as single-digit favorites. Last night, single-digit home favs went 4-1 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Single-digit-home-favorites-cashing-in-at-64%-clip&blog_id=9019 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Single-digit-home-favorites-cashing-in-at-64%-clip&blog_id=9019 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:27:27 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Looks as if well see contrasting philosophies in this game where the overall tempo is concerned. MSU head coach Rick Stansbury would prefer to get his electric PG Dee Bost and athletic running post man Arnett Moultrie out on the break as much as possible to avoid down low infighting with Ole Miss brawlers Murphy Holloway and Reginald Buckner. Meanwhile, Andy Kennedy would like is Rebels to feature http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapper-Game-Previews-1-18-2012&blog_id=9018 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapper-Game-Previews-1-18-2012&blog_id=9018 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:59:41 PST Rob Veno Blog With news trickling out today that Aaron Hernandez is expected to suit up this weekend it looks like New England will feature its ultra tough, two tight end attack. Hernandez was a question mark heading into the week due to concussion concerns but was recently upgraded to probable. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling-Notes:-New-England-TE-Hernandez-upgraded-to-probable&blog_id=9017 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling-Notes:-New-England-TE-Hernandez-upgraded-to-probable&blog_id=9017 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:48:08 PST Marty Otto Blog Reports have surfaced that Rices leader scorer (14.3 ppg) and rebounder (12.0 rpg) Arsalan Kazemi may be done for the year with a knee injury. The Houston Chronicle is reporting that Kazemi posted the news on his Twitter account. Hes currently listed as doubtful for tonights game against UAB. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-Rices-leading-scorer-may-be-out-for-season&blog_id=9016 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-Rices-leading-scorer-may-be-out-for-season&blog_id=9016 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:38:11 PST Blog Rhode Island has been a complete disaster this year as it limps into this road contest with a 3-15 record. Head coach Jim Baron is taking heat and grasping at straws to turn this season around, but none of his lineup changes have worked. The Rams wins thus far came against Boston College, James Madison and Hofstra. They kicked their best player, Jamal Wilson, off the team in December and added http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Rhode-Island-Rams-at-Fordham-Rams&blog_id=9015 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Rhode-Island-Rams-at-Fordham-Rams&blog_id=9015 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:18:34 PST Brent Crow Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Erin Rynning. Brent covered tonights College Basketball while Erin tackled every game on the NBA card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-18-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9014 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-18-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9014 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:11:59 PST Blog Marshall and West Virginia renew their rivalry tonight in Charleston, WV. The Thundering Herd have owned the series from a pointspread perspective but tonights matchup has seen a massive adjustment in the line compared to previous meetings. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-Marshall-looks-to-maintain-ATS-success-vs-WVU&blog_id=9013 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-Marshall-looks-to-maintain-ATS-success-vs-WVU&blog_id=9013 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:12:32 PST Blog Renos Peppermill and Cal Vena sportsbooks have seen a lot of betting support for the San Francisco 49ers. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-California-bettors-show-support-for-49ers-at-Reno-sportsbooks&blog_id=9012 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Gambling:-California-bettors-show-support-for-49ers-at-Reno-sportsbooks&blog_id=9012 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:02:48 PST Blog Oklahoma States youth and lack of depth really showed in last weeks 106-65 loss at Baylor. But it wasnt the first time those shortcomings were exposed. The Cowboys are 2-2 in Big XII play, but have been http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Oklahoma-State-has-trouble-lasting-40-minutes&blog_id=9011 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Oklahoma-State-has-trouble-lasting-40-minutes&blog_id=9011 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:48:34 PST Blog Without Chris Paul, or any real desire to put forth an effort, this happened to the Los Angeles Clippers last night. Head coach Vinny Del Negro wasnt shy about voicing his disappointment. The Clips still trail a majority of the team in terms of games played but will be facing the third game of a back-to-back-to-back tonight against Dallas. As of this morning, Paul (hamstring) was listed as questionable. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Clippers-blasted-in-Utah-sans-Paul-return-home-to-face-Dallas&blog_id=9010 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Clippers-blasted-in-Utah-sans-Paul-return-home-to-face-Dallas&blog_id=9010 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:20:44 PST Blog Despite dropping back-to-back games, Indiana isnt going into panic mode as it travels to face Nebraska tonight. Despite some impressive wins this season, the Hoosiers continue to be exposed on the defensive end of the floor. Through six games in league play, IU ranks 12th in points per possession allowed (1.12), 11th in effective FG% (54.9) and 10th in 2-point FG% defense (55.3). The numbers should improve http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Indiana-exposed-on-defense-in-Big-Ten-play&blog_id=9009 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Indiana-exposed-on-defense-in-Big-Ten-play&blog_id=9009 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:58:45 PST Blog Despite all of the offense that took place during the regular season, the postseason has already weeded out two of the top three offenses (Green Bay and New Orleans). The Patriots are the only team remaining but are they on borrowed time or will their situational defense be enough to survive? Dont forget that the Saints, Patriots and Packers ranked 30th, 31st and 32nd respectively against the pass this season. Also note that the New England is just 1-6 ATS in its last seven postseason contests (the lone cover last week vs. Denver). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Betting-News:-High-octane-offenses-drop-like-flies&blog_id=9008 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoff-Betting-News:-High-octane-offenses-drop-like-flies&blog_id=9008 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:46:15 PST Blog Some startling numbers on how bad offenses have been in the NBA with a focus on the Dallas Mavericks who shot 35% in last nights ugly 73-70 loss to the Lakers. There are currently 21 teams shooting 45% or worse up from last years 13. Nineteen teams are averaging 96 ppg or less. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Dallas-Mavericks-one-of-many-teams-struggling-to-score&blog_id=9007 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Dallas-Mavericks-one-of-many-teams-struggling-to-score&blog_id=9007 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:39:59 PST Blog Quick look at the comparison between Football Outsiders DVOA (Defense-adjusted Value Over Average) playoffs odds and CRISs betting lines. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Statistical-percentages-vs-Betting-lines&blog_id=9006 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Statistical-percentages-vs-Betting-lines&blog_id=9006 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:24:58 PST Blog New England has defeated Baltimore six out of the last seven in the series, but the Ravens did win in Foxboro during the 2009 playoffs. Winning on the road during this years regular season proved to be difficult for Baltimore but the team is instead focusing on its past success on the highway during the postseason (4-3 SU/ATS last four years). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Baltimore-prepares-for-trip-to-New-England&blog_id=9005 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Baltimore-prepares-for-trip-to-New-England&blog_id=9005 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:05:25 PST Blog Expect another strong effort out of Golden State tonight as they continue their road trip with a game in Cleveland against the Cavs. Heres what forward David Lee said on the eve of the trip: If we come back with a losing record from this road trip, it should be a huge disappointment. This is a road trip to places where we need to go take care of business and get three or possibly four victories. I dont see it any other way at this point. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Free-Pick:-Golden-State-Warriors-at-Cleveland-Cavaliers&blog_id=9004 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Free-Pick:-Golden-State-Warriors-at-Cleveland-Cavaliers&blog_id=9004 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:46:16 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Both offshore and Las Vegas sportsbooks are facing some hefty payouts if the New York Giants continue to win. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-News:-Sportsbooks-in-fear-of-a-New-York-Giants-Super-Bowl-run&blog_id=9003 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-News:-Sportsbooks-in-fear-of-a-New-York-Giants-Super-Bowl-run&blog_id=9003 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:27:49 PST Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Rob covered tonights College Basketball while Erin tackled every game on the NBA card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-17-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9002 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-17-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=9002 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:22:04 PST Blog The red hot Giants, led by quarterback Eli Manning, look to be a different bunch than the ones that traveled to San Francisco earlier in the year. The 49ers have taken notice. Some quotes and notes here from the Mercury News: http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-San-Francisco-well-aware-of-different-Giants-team&blog_id=9001 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-San-Francisco-well-aware-of-different-Giants-team&blog_id=9001 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:09:33 PST Blog Article of Phoenixs struggles on offense this year. The Suns are averaging 11.2 ppg below last years mark and dont feature a player in the top 50 in scoring. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Phoenix-Suns-continue-to-struggle-on-offense&blog_id=9000 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Phoenix-Suns-continue-to-struggle-on-offense&blog_id=9000 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 07:19:24 PST Blog This is Part I of a series of articles to be posted on college basketball results and the impact against the spread (ATS). Im often asked about close results and usually emailed, tweeted or text a message about a close win or loss (usually loss). Its important to understand some of the random variances that can take place in betting sports, and in this case college basketball. Over the course of a college basketball season the average margin of a final score will fall with 8-9 points from the betting line. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Analyzing-close-against-the-spread-results&blog_id=8999 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Analyzing-close-against-the-spread-results&blog_id=8999 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 07:14:04 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Pretty impressive betting trend in action tonight in the NBA with the Chicago Bulls off a game in which they allowed more than 100 points* (10-2-86 loss at Memphis). Over the last two seasons, the Bulls are an amazing 14-3 ATS and 4-13 O/U in this profile. The two 64-point performances came this season. The rest during the 2010-11 season. No line yet on tonights game against Phoenix Derrick Rose currently listed as doubtful. *In regulation http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Trends:-Chicago-Bulls-fit-strong-profile-for-matchup-vs-Phoenix&blog_id=8998 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Trends:-Chicago-Bulls-fit-strong-profile-for-matchup-vs-Phoenix&blog_id=8998 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 07:00:46 PST Blog Notes on tonights Michigan State-Michigan matchup in Ann Arbor. Both teams come in off of losses MSU fell at Northwestern 81-74 and UM was blown out at Iowa, 75-59. The Wolverines has some pretty strong ATS trends in their favor: 15-4 ATS run vs. Big Ten, 27-8 ATS run as an underdog, 15-6 ATS run at home. Michigan won both meetings last season, 70-63 (-1) and 61-57 (+11). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Michigan-looks-for-three-straight-over-rival-Michigan-State&blog_id=8997 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Michigan-looks-for-three-straight-over-rival-Michigan-State&blog_id=8997 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:25:33 PST Blog Beating North Carolina at home wasnt that monumental of an achievement for Florida State despite what the Seminoles student body showcased after the buzzer. However, hanging 90 on the Tar Heels in route to a 33-point victory is no doubt going to make FSUs players feel good about themselves. Letdowns happen all of the time in college hoops and the odds of that occurring to the Seminoles for at least parts of tonights game are pretty good. I will say that of all of the potential http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Maryland-Terrapins-at-Florida-State-Seminoles&blog_id=8996 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Maryland-Terrapins-at-Florida-State-Seminoles&blog_id=8996 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:08:37 PST Andrew Lange Blog But this year, something odd is taking place. Kentucky, which is considered to be one of the best teams in the country, is a horrific 3-13-1/4-12-1/4-13 ATS (depending on what numbers you go by). Based on one set of numbers I saw, the Wildcats havent covered a game since November 19 after starting the season 3-0 ATS. So why has Kentucky been such a poor spread team? No question, there is a tax tacked onto the Cats http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Kentucky-Wildcats-struggle-to-cover-pointspreads&blog_id=8995 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Kentucky-Wildcats-struggle-to-cover-pointspreads&blog_id=8995 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:17:14 PST Andrew Lange Blog Building on the blog we posted the other day about the increase in scoring in the Missouri Valley Conference this season. The MVC has long been known as a grind-it-out league that on occasion sees a team or two willing to play up-tempo. Below is a chart of the team-by-team yearly pace rankings according to http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-71%-of-Missouri-Valley-games-have-gone-OVER-the-total&blog_id=8994 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-71%-of-Missouri-Valley-games-have-gone-OVER-the-total&blog_id=8994 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:12:14 PST Andrew Lange Blog Andrew Bogut returns to the lineup on MLK day for the Milwaukee Bucks after suffering from concussion symptoms. The starting center is so important to the Bucks from a defensive standpoint, something head coach Scott Skiles has discussed on more than one occasion during the season. Note the Bucks are 0-5 without Bogut to date. Heres a quote from Skiles in a recent article: http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Alert:-Bogut-slated-to-return-for-Milwaukee-Bucks-today&blog_id=8993 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Alert:-Bogut-slated-to-return-for-Milwaukee-Bucks-today&blog_id=8993 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:46:20 PST Marty Otto Blog Detroit Pistons starting forward Tayshaun Prince has had a fascinating career arc. Hes been on a championship team in 2004 and returned to the Finals again in 2005. Prince has helped his team reach the Eastern Conference Finals six times. Hes also played for six different head coaches in Detroit, including their current head honcho, Lawrence Frank. But with a 3-10 record to open the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-16-2012&blog_id=8992 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-16-2012&blog_id=8992 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:00:31 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Kansas and Baylor battle in a key Big Xll game Monday night with both teams 4-0 in conference play. They should put on a great show at raucous Allen Fieldhouse, where Kansas is 60-1 SU the last 3+ years. Baylors collection of big men may be the best in the nation with a long, athletic group of forwards and some top NBA prospects including sophomore Perry Jones lll and freshman http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Preview:-Baylor-Bears-at-Kansas-Jayhawks&blog_id=8991 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Preview:-Baylor-Bears-at-Kansas-Jayhawks&blog_id=8991 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:47:08 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Teddy Covers. Brent covered tonights College Basketball while Teddy tackled every game on the NBA card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-16-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8990 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-16-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8990 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:27:54 PST Blog The Bobcats saw positive results in Saturdays 112-100 win over Golden State when they put DJ Augustine and Kemba Walker in the backcourt and moved Boris Diaw to the bench. Head coach Paul Silas noted the team played much faster and with more energy. Obviously it was just one performance (against the Warriors) and the Augustine-Walker duo could cause issues on the defensive end, but it was a rare bright spot in what has been a dismal season for the Bobcats. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Bobcats-go-small-ball-with-Augustine-and-Walker&blog_id=8989 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Bobcats-go-small-ball-with-Augustine-and-Walker&blog_id=8989 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 07:34:08 PST Blog The AFC and NFC Championships are set with San Francisco playing host to New York and Baltimore traveling to New England. The 49ers opened as 2-point favorites but were bet up to -2.5 (-115)/-3 (+105). New England opened -6.5 but hammered up to -7.5. The Patriots remain the favorite to win Super Bowl XLVI. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Odds:-New-England-Patriots-now-favored&blog_id=8988 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Super-Bowl-XLVI-Betting-Odds:-New-England-Patriots-now-favored&blog_id=8988 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:53:16 PST Blog After starting 3-0 in MAAC play, Fairfield has dropped three straight the last two by a combined five points. The Staggs will try to bounce back as a double-digit favorite over a Rider squad which has won five of seven after starting the year 1-10. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Fairfield-looks-to-bounce-back-after-three-straight-losses&blog_id=8987 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Fairfield-looks-to-bounce-back-after-three-straight-losses&blog_id=8987 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:36:33 PST Blog BYU obviously doesnt practice on Sundays which made the preparation for tonights uniquely scheduled game at San Diego difficult. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-BYU-plays-rare-Monday-tilt-at-San-Diego&blog_id=8986 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-BYU-plays-rare-Monday-tilt-at-San-Diego&blog_id=8986 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:27:52 PST Blog Buy the Denver Nuggets No question the 2012 NBA lockout season will make for some tricky handicapping. Whats generally normal and expected over the course of a regular 82-game schedule is somewhat thrown out the window. Instead, were left with a 66-game puzzle where teams play three-straight days and perhaps seven games in nine days. Its paramount and understood this is a different http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Stock-Watch:-Denver-Nuggets-built-for-abbreviated-season&blog_id=8985 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Stock-Watch:-Denver-Nuggets-built-for-abbreviated-season&blog_id=8985 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 07:03:58 PST Erin Rynning Blog Here are some news and notes on todays Missouri Valley matchups. Note that teams are playing their third conference game over the span of the last week. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Missouri-Valley-Conference-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-15-2012&blog_id=8984 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Missouri-Valley-Conference-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-15-2012&blog_id=8984 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:36:50 PST Blog Both defenses in this matchup are a good notch or two overrated, giving us a prime opportunity to pounce betting the Ravens-Texans OVER the total on Sunday. When these two teams met during the regular season, the total was sitting at 43.5; more than a full TD higher than it is today. That game flew OVER the total despite the fact that the Ravens repeatedly settled for field goals. Out of eleven Baltimore http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoffs-Free-Betting-Pick:-Houston-Texans-at-Baltimore-Ravens&blog_id=8983 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoffs-Free-Betting-Pick:-Houston-Texans-at-Baltimore-Ravens&blog_id=8983 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:21:58 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Early season showdown between UNLV and San Diego State, and the 12th-ranked Rebels will look to reverse the fortunes following five straight losses to San Diego State. UNLV had nearly 10 days of preparation for the conference opener and San Diego State has played six-straight weak opponents since early December. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UNLV-and-San-Diego-State-tipoff-Mountain-West-play&blog_id=8982 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UNLV-and-San-Diego-State-tipoff-Mountain-West-play&blog_id=8982 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 10:31:47 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog We are getting to that point of the college basketball season where we can start utilizing spot plays to our advantage. I see one today in the SEC that I am particularly fond of. On Wednesday, Ole Miss was in an ideal situation at home, needing a win, facing an opponent off a amazing performance. The http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Saturday-College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Ole-Miss-Rebels-at-Auburn-Tigers&blog_id=8981 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Saturday-College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Ole-Miss-Rebels-at-Auburn-Tigers&blog_id=8981 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:54:46 PST Andrew Lange Blog It is unlikely that Tim Tebow has ever placed a wager on anything but it appears that others are more than making up for it. A few Las Vegas oddsmakers noted that Tebow-mania has sparked a lot of action at the sportsbooks. And in response to being nearly two-touchdown underdogs, Tebow even said that it would be great if people http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-New-England-Denver-matchup-draws-interest-in-Las-Vegas&blog_id=8980 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-New-England-Denver-matchup-draws-interest-in-Las-Vegas&blog_id=8980 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:39:28 PST Blog Here is a list of under the radar teams that have shown significant improvement from KenPoms preseason rankings to current play as of January 13, 2012. I note this along with each teams current SU record, ATS results and (wins) last year. Also included is each teams adjusted defensive ranking http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-spots-the-Most-Improved-Teams-in-college-basketball&blog_id=8979 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-spots-the-Most-Improved-Teams-in-college-basketball&blog_id=8979 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:40:03 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog We passed on Fridays card from a service perspective, but here is a Fairway Free Forecast that is part of my personal betting interests. Ivy League play tips off tonight with Columbia (11-5) winning 11 of its last 12 games. As I often discuss, the improvement starts with defense, and the Lions rank 81st in KenPoms adjusted defensive rankings after finishing 226th last season. Their effective field goal defense http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Free-Pick:-Penn-Quakers-at-Columbia-Lions&blog_id=8978 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Free-Pick:-Penn-Quakers-at-Columbia-Lions&blog_id=8978 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:30:32 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Northern Iowa has been really struggling of late, dropping four of its past six games. Two of the losses (Ohio and Evansville) came at the McLeod Center which has been one of the better home venues in the country over the past few seasons. The Panthers did bounce back with two wins before losing a http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Missouri-State-Bears-at-Northern-Iowa-Panthers&blog_id=8977 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Missouri-State-Bears-at-Northern-Iowa-Panthers&blog_id=8977 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:18:27 PST Brent Crow Blog We cashed an UNDER ticket with Phoenix on the road last night in Detroit and well use the same play for their game in Columbus this evening. I mentioned yesterday the Coyotes lack of scoring on the road of late and Im expecting the trend to continue against the Blue Jackets. At first glance this Columbus team is very poor defensively (3.29 goals per game allowed, 29th), but upon closer examination we find that there is a bit of home/road dichotomy to the numbers. At home, Columbus allows a league http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Phoenix-Coyotes-at-Columbus-Blue-Jackets&blog_id=8976 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Phoenix-Coyotes-at-Columbus-Blue-Jackets&blog_id=8976 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:10:09 PST Sammy P Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Teddy Covers. Rob covered tonights College Basketball and this weekends NFL Playoffs while Teddy tackled every game on the NBA card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-13-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8975 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-13-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8975 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:28:12 PST Blog New and notes on tonights Ivy League opener between Princeton and Cornell. Tonight will mark the eighth straight road game against a DI opponent for the Tigers. Cornell meanwhile has been hammered by injuries with 74 player games already lost. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Princeton-travels-to-Cornell-for-Ivy-League-opener&blog_id=8974 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Princeton-travels-to-Cornell-for-Ivy-League-opener&blog_id=8974 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:42:03 PST Blog Following last nights 106-103 loss to Milwaukee, San Antonio dropped to 26th in FG% defense and 23rd in points per game allowed. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-San-Antonios-defense-continues-to-falter&blog_id=8973 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-San-Antonios-defense-continues-to-falter&blog_id=8973 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:32:59 PST Blog Telling quote from a South Florida player on the feeling of having to play home games at an off-campus arena while the Sun Dome undergoes repairs. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-South-Florida-continues-play-at-off-campus-arena&blog_id=8972 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-South-Florida-continues-play-at-off-campus-arena&blog_id=8972 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:25:10 PST Blog Article on the increase in scoring in the Missouri Valley Conference this season. The league is collectively averaging over 70 ppg nearly 5 ppg higher than a season ago. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Scoring-in-the-Missouri-Valley-on-the-rise&blog_id=8971 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Scoring-in-the-Missouri-Valley-on-the-rise&blog_id=8971 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:10:28 PST Blog Atlanta heads back home tonight after a quick, two game road trip. Were not sure how much this will feel like a home game for the Hawks, while playing in a back-to-back situation. In addition the Hawks havent played consecutive home games since December. With the generally unenergetic crowds in Atlanta, its hard to place much value on the home court tonight. In addition with their rough, tough and crazy schedule this is a beat up basketball team. They received horrible news http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Charlotte-Bobcats-at-Atlanta-Hawks&blog_id=8970 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Charlotte-Bobcats-at-Atlanta-Hawks&blog_id=8970 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:24:24 PST Erin Rynning Blog Prior to the NFL season I made a bold prediction in the Sportsmemo Blog that the Texans would not only win their division and advance to their first every playoffs, but also make a run to the AFC Championship Game. The possibility is in place, but the situation and odds are clearly against the Texans this week as they play the Baltimore Ravens; the best team in the AFC in my opinion. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoffs-Inside-the-Betting-Numbers:-Houston-Texans-at-Baltimore-Ravens&blog_id=8969 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoffs-Inside-the-Betting-Numbers:-Houston-Texans-at-Baltimore-Ravens&blog_id=8969 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:07:58 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog If you run through Dukes scores against good competition this year you dont see a lot of double-digit wins. They beat Belmont by 1, Michigan State by 5, Tennessee by 10, Michigan by 7, Kansas by 7, and Washington by 6. Also noted are losses to Ohio State and Temple and a 7-point road win over Georgia Tech last time out. The Blue Devils did beat Davidson by 13 in Durham back in November a game the Wildcats led at halftime. Obviously some of those games were on the road/neutral http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Virginia-Cavaliers-at-Duke-Blue-Devils&blog_id=8968 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Virginia-Cavaliers-at-Duke-Blue-Devils&blog_id=8968 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:33:53 PST Andrew Lange Blog Holy cow, the New York Knicks are playing defense! That or offenses league-wide are really, really bad. Perhaps a bit of both as the Knicks held Philadelphia to 39.5% shooting in last nights 85-79 win. In the victory this has to be one of the craziest stats of the season New York didnt hit a field goal the final 9:02 of the game. They also had nine turnovers during that span. Yet, they not only won the game but covered. Despite the struggles, the team isnt worried about its offense which has been really bad of late but rather thriving on producing stops on a consistent basis. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Huh?-No-offense-all-defense-for-the-New-York-Knicks&blog_id=8967 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Huh?-No-offense-all-defense-for-the-New-York-Knicks&blog_id=8967 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:18:33 PST Blog Article discussing how poor the PAC-12 has been thus far. According to Ken Pom, the PAC-12 is the 9th rated league behind the Missouri Valley, Atlantic-10, and Mountain West. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-PAC-12-ranks-behind-three-mid-major-conferences&blog_id=8966 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-PAC-12-ranks-behind-three-mid-major-conferences&blog_id=8966 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:35:59 PST Blog It will be interesting to see how first-year head coach Ron Hunters Panthers handle this home game after going through a three-game CAA gauntlet. Tough struggles with fellow league kingpins Drexel, VCU and George Mason resulted in 2-1 SU and 3-0 ATS records but can GSU bring the same energy and focus tonight at home against fast paced NC-Wilmington? The Seahawks will be without starting http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-12-2012&blog_id=8965 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News-and-Notes-1-12-2012&blog_id=8965 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:29:12 PST Rob Veno Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Rob Veno, Sammy P and Erin Rynning. Brent and Rob covered tonights College Basketball, Sammy P tackled the NHL and Erin did the NBA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-12-2012-with-Crow-Veno-Sammy-P-and-Rynning&blog_id=8964 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-12-2012-with-Crow-Veno-Sammy-P-and-Rynning&blog_id=8964 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:22:07 PST Blog Sportsmemos Buy One Get One Free Hoops Weekend Special http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemos-Buy-One-Get-One-Free-Hoops-Weekend-Special&blog_id=8963 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemos-Buy-One-Get-One-Free-Hoops-Weekend-Special&blog_id=8963 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:16:30 PST Blog Phoenix comes into Detroit tonight in the midst of a three-game road trip in which they dropped the first game 2-1 in a shootout to the New York Rangers. Phoenix has fallen from grace the last month going just 5-11 and really struggling to put pucks in the net especially away from home. Theyve averaged just 1.60 goals away from home in their last 5 contests. Detroit has been phenomenal defensively on its home ice this season giving up just 1.78 goals per game and an even better mark http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Phoenix-Coyotes-at-Detroit-Red-Wings&blog_id=8962 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Phoenix-Coyotes-at-Detroit-Red-Wings&blog_id=8962 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:07:36 PST Sammy P Blog According to statistics provided by the NCAA, there have been 18.35 fouls called per game per team this season. That is the lowest since 1963, when the average was 18.20. Not surprisingly, this has had an effect on scoring. Overall team scoring average is 68.88 ppg, and that number may well drop as conference play continues. It appears the refs are clamping down on physical play, making it a bit its easier for players to dribble, pass and shoot. Yet according to my research http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Handicapping:-Fouls-and-scoring-on-the-downswing&blog_id=8961 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Handicapping:-Fouls-and-scoring-on-the-downswing&blog_id=8961 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:45:38 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Fantastic article about Wisconsins struggles of late. The Badgers (1-3 Big Ten) recently lost back-to-back games at the Kohl Center and while the teams three-point shooting has been strong (37.3%), when the outside shot isnt falling, points have been very hard to come by. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Wisconsin-looks-to-snap-three-game-losing-streak&blog_id=8960 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Wisconsin-looks-to-snap-three-game-losing-streak&blog_id=8960 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:35:24 PST Blog The dismissal of starting point guard and leading scorer Keala King marked the eighth Arizona State player to leave the program since 2009. Head coach Herb Sendek suspended King, Kyle Cain and Chris Colvin last week. Cain and Colvin have been reinstated. Sendek claims the attitude of the team is great that was Kings issue. Trent Lockett has moved over to the point guard spot playing the position for the first time http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Arizona-State-tries-to-move-on-after-dismissal-of-PG&blog_id=8959 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Arizona-State-tries-to-move-on-after-dismissal-of-PG&blog_id=8959 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:25:34 PST Blog Article detailing just how bad the current situation is for the Detroit Pistons (2-8 SU/ATS). Adjusting to a new head coach, injuries and low attendance are just some of the many issues. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Detroit-Pistons-in-absolute-disarray&blog_id=8958 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Detroit-Pistons-in-absolute-disarray&blog_id=8958 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:55 PST Blog Dayton has gotten off to a tremendous start in Atlantic-10 play, knocking off heavyweights Saint Louis and Temple in its first two conference games. But the injury bug has bitten the Flyers hard, leaving them extremely short handed for their trip to St Bonnies tonight. Last week, Dayton lost big man Josh Benson for the season with a knee injury. Benson was second on the team in scoring, third in http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Dayton-Flyers-at-St-Bonaventure-Bonnies&blog_id=8957 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Dayton-Flyers-at-St-Bonaventure-Bonnies&blog_id=8957 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:52:15 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Philadelphia is off to a hot start (7-2) but not only has the level of competition been weak but handful of those opponents were at less than full strength due to injuries. Also note that the 76ers play 18 of their first 27 games at home. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Philadelphias-schedule-extremely-favorable&blog_id=8956 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Philadelphias-schedule-extremely-favorable&blog_id=8956 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:58:37 PST Blog Cant stop anyone? Why not play a zone? Thats always a good sign when for the last decade your entire program has been predicated on tough man-to-man defense. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Update:-Pitt-open-to-the-idea-of-playing-zone-defense&blog_id=8955 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Update:-Pitt-open-to-the-idea-of-playing-zone-defense&blog_id=8955 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:40:25 PST Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Erin Rynning. Brent covered tonights College Basketball and Erin nailed the NBA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-11-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8954 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-11-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8954 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:04:05 PST Blog Save big with Sportsmemos $20 Wednesday http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Save-big-with-Sportsmemos-$20-Wednesday&blog_id=8953 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Save-big-with-Sportsmemos-$20-Wednesday&blog_id=8953 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:56:31 PST Blog Even though Kentucky is a completely different team from a year ago, the make-up of the team is very similar a load of talent and not a lot of experience. Going on the road with freshmen can be difficult on any team and Kentucky is no exception. Last season, the Wildcats went 2-6 SU on the highway in SEC play a group that was two points from playing for the National Championship. Despite back-to-back horrendous road showings (29-point loss to Florida State and 30-point loss http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Kentucky-Wildcats-at-Auburn-Tigers&blog_id=8952 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Kentucky-Wildcats-at-Auburn-Tigers&blog_id=8952 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:32:47 PST Andrew Lange Blog UMass has started to play more zone defense in order to keep players out of foul trouble and avoid sending opposing teams to the free throw line. The zone also helps the Minutemen with fatigue. Tonights opponent Charlotte may be a good candidate for it as the 49ers have really struggled to shoot from the perimeter (30.8% 3-point). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-UMass-installs-zone-defense-to-avoid-fatigue&blog_id=8951 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-UMass-installs-zone-defense-to-avoid-fatigue&blog_id=8951 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:15:51 PST Blog Two systems at work tonight in the Big Ten with Michigan playing host to Northwestern. Both teams run unique offensive sets while playing 1-3-1 zone and man-to-man defenses. On Sunday, Michigan dominated Wisconsin start to finish, 59-41. Northwestern has a week off after losing to Illinois by one at http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Off-big-win-Michigan-an--8-favorite-over-Northwestern&blog_id=8950 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Off-big-win-Michigan-an--8-favorite-over-Northwestern&blog_id=8950 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:18:13 PST Blog Toronto will play the third game of a back-to-back-to-back tonight after losing to previously winless Washington, 93-78, on Tuesday. Sacramento has yet to win a road game and interim head coach Keith Smart is trying to keep thing simple by just asking for a little more hustle. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Notes:-Sacramento-Kings-at-Toronto-Raptors&blog_id=8949 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Notes:-Sacramento-Kings-at-Toronto-Raptors&blog_id=8949 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:07:34 PST Blog Article on how poor Pittsburghs defense has been compared to previous editions under Jamie Dixon. Under Dixon, the Panthers went eight years allowing between 0.84-0.93 points per possession (see chart below). This year, they are currently giving up 1.01 ppp (194th nationally). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Pittsburgh-defense-has-been-historically-bad&blog_id=8948 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Pittsburgh-defense-has-been-historically-bad&blog_id=8948 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:51:22 PST Blog Las Vegas oddsmakers weigh on the pointspread for Sundays Division Round matchup between the New York Giants and Green Bay Packers. Green Bay opened as a 9-point favorite at CRIS but bet down to -7.5. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Packers-currently--75-favorites-over-Giants&blog_id=8947 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gambling-on-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Packers-currently--75-favorites-over-Giants&blog_id=8947 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:55:00 PST Blog Article on the lack of offense in the NBA thus far obviously connected to the lack of practice time due to the lockout. League wide, teams are shooting 44% from the floor and averaging 94.5 ppg with only five teams averaging over 100 ppg. Last years numbers were 45.9%, 99.6 ppg, and 11 teams over 100 ppg. To no surprise, 61% of games have gone UNDER the total. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Trends:-61%-of-games-have-gone-UNDER-the-total&blog_id=8946 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-Trends:-61%-of-games-have-gone-UNDER-the-total&blog_id=8946 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:02:37 PST Blog Its very difficult to back the Pistons and their list of negatives at this point. The team is in a horrendous scoring slump averaging 76 ppg over their last four contests. They are playing tonight for the fourth time in five days and shorthanded to boot with Rodney Stuckey (30.5 min pg, 10.8 ppg, team leading 4.8 apg) and Charlie Villanueva nursing injuries. Detroit has lost its last four games http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Dallas-Mavericks-at-Detroit-Pistons&blog_id=8945 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Dallas-Mavericks-at-Detroit-Pistons&blog_id=8945 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:47:39 PST Rob Veno Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno, Sammy P and Erin Rynning. Rob covered tonights College Basketball, Sammy tackled the NHL and Erin wrapped it up with the NBA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-10-2012-with-Rob-Veno-Sammy-P-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8944 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-10-2012-with-Rob-Veno-Sammy-P-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8944 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:18:27 PST Blog NBA players and coaches react to the third game of back-to-back-to-backs. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Teams-unfazed-by-third-game-of-back-to-back-to-backs&blog_id=8943 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Teams-unfazed-by-third-game-of-back-to-back-to-backs&blog_id=8943 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:46:58 PST Blog Cash in on Sportsmemos $20 Tuesday http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cash-in-on-Sportsmemos-$20-Tuesday&blog_id=8942 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cash-in-on-Sportsmemos-$20-Tuesday&blog_id=8942 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:38:40 PST Blog Brent Musburger loves to talk about sports betting and its place in football culture. Looks as if he was on the OVER in last nights BCS Championship. That didnt work out so well. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Musburger-talks-sports-betting-lost-a-bet-on-last-nights-OVER&blog_id=8941 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Musburger-talks-sports-betting-lost-a-bet-on-last-nights-OVER&blog_id=8941 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:53:26 PST Blog On Monday, New Jersey legislators passed a law that would make sports betting legal at Atlantic Citys 11 casinos it of course still needs to be cleared by the federal government. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-passes-sports-betting-law-federal-government-up-next&blog_id=8940 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-passes-sports-betting-law-federal-government-up-next&blog_id=8940 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:39:53 PST Blog Big East play in action tonight with Seton Hall (-12) playing host to DePaul. The Pirates (14-2, 3-1 Big East) are a perfect 9-0 at home with an average margin of victory of nearly 14 points. Seton Hall cracked the AP top-25 poll on January 10th for the first time since 2001. DePaul (10-5, 1-2) is still rebuilding but are much improved after just seven wins last season. Still, the Blue Demons have not won more than http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay-crushing-college-basketball-breaks-down-Seton-Hall-vs-DePaul&blog_id=8939 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay-crushing-college-basketball-breaks-down-Seton-Hall-vs-DePaul&blog_id=8939 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:23:55 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The Utah Jazz have won four straight on the strength of a stingy defense that allowed 83.8 ppg during that span. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Strong-defense-leads-to-win-streak-for-Utah-Jazz&blog_id=8938 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Strong-defense-leads-to-win-streak-for-Utah-Jazz&blog_id=8938 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:09:54 PST Blog Following Saturdays 67-56 loss at Tennessee, Florida head coach Billy Donovan went the route of two-a-days in order to get his teams attention. The Gators sports the No. 1 offensive efficiency in the country http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Florida-looks-to-bounce-back-after-poor-effort&blog_id=8937 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Florida-looks-to-bounce-back-after-poor-effort&blog_id=8937 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:59:49 PST Blog Adjusted futures odds for the AFC and NFC Championships and Super Bowl XLVI courtesy of Pinnacle. AFC Championship New England -156 Baltimore +197 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Odds-to-win-AFC-and-NFC-titles-and-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=8936 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Odds-to-win-AFC-and-NFC-titles-and-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=8936 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:11:15 PST Blog The reasoning for this play is pretty fundamental Jarrett Lee was handed a very conservative game plan in Round 1 and expect that with time to prepare, Les Miles and the offensive staff will utilize the airwaves a little more with Jefferson. LSU has to use the screen, mid-range and vertical passing games in order to back http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=BCS-Championship-Prop-Bet:-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-vs-LSU-Tigers&blog_id=8935 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=BCS-Championship-Prop-Bet:-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-vs-LSU-Tigers&blog_id=8935 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:00:08 PST Rob Veno Blog -Minnesota- +3 at -Toronto- O/U 187 The Raptors are off two truly embarrassing performance a 97-62 loss to the 76ers and 12-point home loss vs. New Jersey. Sounds like the same old Raptors, right? Its amazing that Bryan Colangelo is still in charge of this organization with a roster consistently short on talent, defensive ability and toughness. However, he perhaps finally got something right with the hiring of new head coach Dwane Casey. Casey gets a ton of credit for being the man in charge of the Dallas Mavericks defense last year and some of that acumen seems to rubbing off on the Raptors. It will be interesting to see if Casey can help this still-below-average team bounce back after two poor outings. Ive watched quite a bit of the Timberwolves this year, and theres no doubt this is a much improved basketball team. The hiring of head coach Rick Adelman is a positive step and a true upgrade over Kurt Rambis. Kevin Love is outstanding and deserving of a max NBA contract. Of course, the addition that many are talking about is point guard Ricky Rubio. I wasnt sure what to expect from Rubio I was leaning towards a Jason Williams-type; flashy but not that efficient. Not that case! Im shocked with how efficient Rubio has been thus far and his passing truly improves the offense and his teammates a very rare feat in the NBA these days. The recent loss of Michael Beasley is in my opinion addition by subtraction as the T-Wolves easily had their best ball movement of the season yesterday in beating Washington by 21 points. I lean UNDER the total and with the classier Timberwolves tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Preview:-Minnesota-Timberwolves-at-Toronto-Raptors&blog_id=8934 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Preview:-Minnesota-Timberwolves-at-Toronto-Raptors&blog_id=8934 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:37:23 PST Erin Rynning Blog It would be a real good game plan for Oklahoma head coach Lon Krueger and his Sooners to press a tired (very quick turnaround), beat up (starting guards operating with injuries) and depth-shy Oklahoma State squad tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Oklahoma-State-plays-host-to-Oklahoma-State&blog_id=8933 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Oklahoma-State-plays-host-to-Oklahoma-State&blog_id=8933 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:21:44 PST Rob Veno Blog Both the 76ers and the Pacers have been real moneymakers for their supporters through the first two weeks of the season, combining for an 11-4 mark both SU and ATS. The key to the success for both squads? Stellar defense on nearly every possession. Doug Collins 76ers lead the league into two key defensive statistical categories; holding foes to 39.5% shooting and under 86 points per game. Forward Elton Brand: Its all about playing defense. We know we can score. Its all http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Indiana-Pacers-at-Philadelphia-76ers&blog_id=8932 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Indiana-Pacers-at-Philadelphia-76ers&blog_id=8932 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:11:07 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Atlanta Hawks Scheduling variations and tough situations are going to be moneymakers for savvy NBA bettors this year. We saw money pour in against the Atlanta Hawks this past Saturday as they closed out a brutal nine-games-in-twelve-days stretch against Chicago. It was also the Hawks fifth game in six nights, and they had played a whopping total of four overtime periods in their previous two games including a discouraging triple OT loss to Miami. Four of the five Hawks http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Teddy-Covers-NBA-Betting-News-and-Quotes-1-9-2012&blog_id=8931 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Teddy-Covers-NBA-Betting-News-and-Quotes-1-9-2012&blog_id=8931 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:06:55 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Teddy Covers. Brent covered tonights College Basketball and Teddy took care of every game on the NBA slate. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-9-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8930 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-9-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8930 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:20:34 PST Blog The Washington Wizards are toxic right now. Their schedule hasnt been the easiest, but at 0-8 (2-6 ATS), it is hard to find an excuse to bet on this team. Head coach Flip Saunders is already in I gotta find five guys who play hard mode and despite shooting 35% from the floor, point guard John Wall claims he is doing his job, and hopefully everyone else will follow his lead. The Wizards play six of their next eight at home starting Tuesday vs. Toronto. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-If-you-havent-already-noticed-the-Wizards-are-really-bad&blog_id=8929 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-If-you-havent-already-noticed-the-Wizards-are-really-bad&blog_id=8929 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:13:15 PST Blog Typical politician. Newt Gingrich took the easiest possible way out when he was asked who he liked in tonights BCS Championship because taking a strong position on something as serious as who will win a football game is clearly too risky at this point in the campaign. It is when you get into Rick Perry Territory that you need to start chucking poop at the wall with the hopes some of it will stick http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Newt-Gingrich-is-a-funny-man-claims-he-would-bet-10-dimes-on-LSU&blog_id=8928 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Newt-Gingrich-is-a-funny-man-claims-he-would-bet-10-dimes-on-LSU&blog_id=8928 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:52:09 PST Blog Faithful followers and clients were rewarded with a pair of 20* Big Drive winners in the NFL Wild Card round this past weekend. Our top rated 20* Playoff Game of the Year winner on Houston was an easy cash as the Texans rolled to a 31-10 victory over Cincinnati. It was the Texans first-ever playoff appearance and victory and the strength of home field, frenzied fans, strong running game and dominating defense played out perfectly. With that victory, I extended my NFL postseason run to 6-0, http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-continues-his-NFL-Playoffs-success&blog_id=8927 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-continues-his-NFL-Playoffs-success&blog_id=8927 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:32:54 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The return of Jim Calhoun didnt seem to help as UConn dropped its second straight game with a 67-60 loss at Rutgers on Saturday. Calhoun noted that while last years team struggled at times, it wasnt because of a lack of effort. This years squad seems to have a little championship hangover and a lack of leadership. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UConn-lacks-leadership-struggles-to-find-identity&blog_id=8926 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UConn-lacks-leadership-struggles-to-find-identity&blog_id=8926 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:15:40 PST Blog Line History: LSU opened as a 1-point favorite at CRIS and climbed to as high as -2. Money then began to trickle in on Alabama over the next few weeks. Currently, the Crimson Tide are -2/-2.5 off shore and -1.5/-2 in Las http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Last-second-gambling-notes-for-Alabama-vs-LSU---BCS-Championship&blog_id=8925 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Last-second-gambling-notes-for-Alabama-vs-LSU---BCS-Championship&blog_id=8925 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:57:11 PST Blog I think when it is all said and done, the final season results of both Maryland and NC State wont be too dissimilar. The Wolfpack probably have a bit more talent but with the Terps adding a few pieces over the last few weeks, the difference isnt 10 points. Another part of my intrigue towards the underdog is that NC State cannot be trusted in the price range against comparable competition. Ive watched this team http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Maryland-Terrapins-at-NC-State-Wolfpack&blog_id=8924 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Maryland-Terrapins-at-NC-State-Wolfpack&blog_id=8924 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 07:29:42 PST Andrew Lange Blog Playing Washington under the total would seems like a crazy idea because the Huskies take quick shots and have had a difficult time buying into the concept of defense. But I think both those will be points of emphasis heading into tonights game against Utah. Head coach Lorenzo Romar is getting a little impatient with his teams impatience on offense and is also asking for a little better defensive effort. Tonights http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Washington-Huskies-at-Utah-Utes&blog_id=8923 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Play:-Washington-Huskies-at-Utah-Utes&blog_id=8923 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 07:47:15 PST Blog Las Vegas oddsmakers weigh in on the upcoming BCS National Championship between Alabama and LSU. LSU opened a 1-point favorite but Alabama has taken a steady stream of money and is now favored by -2 at most offshore shops. The total remains at 40 with a couple 40.5s starting to pop up. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Alabama-now-priced-as-a-2-point-favorite-over-LSU&blog_id=8922 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Alabama-now-priced-as-a-2-point-favorite-over-LSU&blog_id=8922 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 07:19:20 PST Blog On Thursday, Western Kentucky lost to a six-man UL-Lafayette squad in overtime and proceeded to fire head coach Ken McDonald. Assistant Ray Harper will take over on an interim basis. According to Harper, http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Western-Kentucky-tries-to-bounce-back-after-rough-week&blog_id=8921 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Western-Kentucky-tries-to-bounce-back-after-rough-week&blog_id=8921 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:55:58 PST Blog A rough start to the season for the New York Knicks who despite that offseason acquisition of Tyson Chandler remain defensively challenged. They tried to install a new defensive system during the preseason but due to the lockout, its been ineffective. To improve, the team needs practice time but there wont be much of it this season with so many games on the slate. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling:-New-York-Knicks-having-trouble-stopping-the-opposition&blog_id=8920 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling:-New-York-Knicks-having-trouble-stopping-the-opposition&blog_id=8920 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:22:57 PST Blog Were in action underdog style tonight, and lets see if we can beat Boston with a Fairway Forecast Free Play. The Celtics (4-3) are giving it one more go with their veteran and aging core of Garnett, Allen and Pierce. Along with veteran center Jermaine ONeal in the middle, well see how they hold up http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Indiana-Pacers-at-Boston-Celtics&blog_id=8919 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Indiana-Pacers-at-Boston-Celtics&blog_id=8919 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:55:34 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog UConn head coach Jim Calhoun returns to the sidelines on Saturday after a three-game suspension. The Huskies went 2-1 in his absence though Calhoun was none too pleased with his teams defensive effort in a 75-63 loss to Seton Hall. That could spell trouble for Rutgers who has struggled to score against quality competition all season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UConns-Calhoun-returns-wants-to-see-better-defense&blog_id=8918 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UConns-Calhoun-returns-wants-to-see-better-defense&blog_id=8918 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:49:36 PST Blog Some quotes on this weekends NFL Playoffs from Wynn oddsmaker John Avello courtesy of ESPN. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmaker-weighs-in-on-this-weekends-NFL-Playoffs&blog_id=8917 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmaker-weighs-in-on-this-weekends-NFL-Playoffs&blog_id=8917 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:58:37 PST Blog I recently posted a blog about the Saints-Lions playoff match-up which features a posted total of 59 points; the highest total in NFL playoff history. Both teams ranked in the top-4 in scoring this season. In fact, there were three teams that scored at least 500 points during the regular season; the Packers (560), Saints (547) and Patriots (513). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-High-scoring-offenses-in-the-playoffs&blog_id=8916 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-High-scoring-offenses-in-the-playoffs&blog_id=8916 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:38:47 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno, Brent Crow and Teddy Covers. Rob talked NFL Playoffs, Brent covered Friday and Saturday College Basketball and Teddy took care of every game on the NBA slate. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-6-2012-with-Rob-Veno-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8915 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-6-2012-with-Rob-Veno-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8915 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:00:23 PST Blog Phoenix has been saying all season it wants to get back to its run-and-gun ways but heading into tonights game against Portland, the Suns rank 23rd in the league in possessions per game. One of the reasons they havent been able to get out in transition is the crazy amount of offensive rebounds theyve allowed. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Phoenix-hasnt-been-able-to-play-at-desired-pace&blog_id=8914 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Phoenix-hasnt-been-able-to-play-at-desired-pace&blog_id=8914 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:37:00 PST Blog Sports bettors are expecting a shootout at the Superdome Saturday when the Saints host the Lions in the NFC Divisional round. Bookmakers are aware of the Saints success at home this season a perfect 8-0 SU/ATS while averaging 41 ppg. The Saints scored 547 points this season (33.2 ppg); just behind Green Bays 560 points. The Lions averaged 29 ppg this season, and with a pair of 5,000 yard passers including Drew Brees record-setting 5,487 passing yards, theres no doubt http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoffs:-Bettors-supporting-New-Orleans-Saints-in-shootout&blog_id=8913 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Playoffs:-Bettors-supporting-New-Orleans-Saints-in-shootout&blog_id=8913 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:12:38 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog From watching the video, it didnt really matter, but how do you not notice six players on the floor if you are a ref/coach/player/fan/announcer/ball boy? In football, it always feels like there are two small armies running around but if a 12th man even thinks about stepping in the field, yellow flags are flying. Anyway http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Bettors-treated-to-the-old-6-on-5-during-UL-Lafayette-Western-Kentucky-game&blog_id=8912 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Bettors-treated-to-the-old-6-on-5-during-UL-Lafayette-Western-Kentucky-game&blog_id=8912 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:54:13 PST Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Fairway Jay was featured on Las Vegas FOX5 News with sports anchor and reporter Jon Castagnino this past Sunday. Jay projected the lines and offered analysis for the first round of the NFL Playoffs. You can watch the video here. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-talks-NFL-Playoffs-on-Las-Vegas-FOX5-News&blog_id=8911 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-talks-NFL-Playoffs-on-Las-Vegas-FOX5-News&blog_id=8911 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:54:43 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay noted that New Orleans may be a bit inflated for Saturdays matchup against Detroit due in large part to its strong play to close the season (8-0 SU/ATS). The Saints beat the Lions at home back in Week 13, 31-17, as 9-point favorites. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-New-Orleans-Saints-enter-playoffs-on-huge-ATS-run&blog_id=8910 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-New-Orleans-Saints-enter-playoffs-on-huge-ATS-run&blog_id=8910 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:44:48 PST Blog Well that was quick. After a 2-5 start, Sacramento decided to part ways not with DeMarcus Cousins, but head coach Paul Westphal. Assistant Keith Smart will take over. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Sacramento-cans-head-coach-Paul-Westphal&blog_id=8909 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Sacramento-cans-head-coach-Paul-Westphal&blog_id=8909 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:29:00 PST Blog Yesterday we took a look at the contenders and pretenders in the Eastern Conference. Today lets focus in on the Western Conference. Top to bottom the West has always been the tougher conference in recent years, but this season it is hard to argue the West is better than the East. Unlike the East, the Western Conference doesnt have that distinct upper- and low-tier. Almost every team in West http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Western-Conference-Mid-Season-Betting-Report&blog_id=8908 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Western-Conference-Mid-Season-Betting-Report&blog_id=8908 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:14:17 PST Sammy P Blog Article by ESPNs Tom Haberstroh on the Miami Heat and their new up-tempo offense. Haberstroh brings up some interesting historical data on how teams tend to struggled when increasing their pace from one year to the next. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Historical-stats-say-Miamis-up-tempo-offense-could-backfire&blog_id=8907 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Historical-stats-say-Miamis-up-tempo-offense-could-backfire&blog_id=8907 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:45:18 PST Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Sammy P. Rob talked College Basketball while Sammy covered every game on the NHL slate. Todays segments http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-5-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Sammy-P&blog_id=8906 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-5-2012-with-Rob-Veno-and-Sammy-P&blog_id=8906 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:50:35 PST Blog Irish sportsbook Paddy Power refunded tickets on Republican candidate Rick Santorum who lost the Iowa Caucuses to Mitt Romney by just eight votes. Romney remains the odds-on-favorite (1/5) to win the Republican nomination. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsbook-refunds-Santorum-bets-from-Iowa-Caucuses&blog_id=8905 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsbook-refunds-Santorum-bets-from-Iowa-Caucuses&blog_id=8905 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:28:29 PST Blog The only way Idaho State is going to have success in the Big Sky this season is to shorten the game and play defense. The Bengals simply dont have the horses to trade scores on a nightly basis. Last time out, they went on the road and picked up a rare victory a 57-55 win at Northern Colorado. The game featured only 53 possessions (and UNC likes to run typically). Montana State is off a rare http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Montana-State-Bobcats-at-Idaho-State-Bengals&blog_id=8904 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Montana-State-Bobcats-at-Idaho-State-Bengals&blog_id=8904 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:18:25 PST Andrew Lange Blog The Pitt Panthers are sure saying all of the right things following three straight losses, including two at the once impenetrable Petersen Events Center. Practices this week have reportedly been extra physical leading up to tonights game at DePaul. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Pittsburgh-tries-to-toughen-up-after-three-straight-losses&blog_id=8903 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Pittsburgh-tries-to-toughen-up-after-three-straight-losses&blog_id=8903 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:34:56 PST Blog At the start of the NFL season, I made a bold prediction that the Houston Texans would not only make the playoffs for the first time ever, but make a run to the AFC Championship game. I projected they would be one of the most improved defenses in the league, and ended up finishing even stronger than expected with the No. 2 defense in the league (285 ypg allowed). Despite http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Houston-Texans-primed-for-postseason&blog_id=8902 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Houston-Texans-primed-for-postseason&blog_id=8902 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:19:29 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Editorial on Utah Jazz coach Tyrone Corbin and the dilemma he faces of trying to make his veterans happy vs. developing his youth. Raja Bell seems to be at the forefront of this problem after playing only 12 minutes (1-4 FGs, 0 assists) in last nights win over Milwaukee. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Utah-Jazz-head-coach-Corbin-lacks-command&blog_id=8901 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Utah-Jazz-head-coach-Corbin-lacks-command&blog_id=8901 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:08:11 PST Blog UCLA returns home for PAC-12 action after going 0-2 in its trip to the Bay Area. The Bruins face the difficult task of trying to contain Arizonas perimeter oriented lineup. The Wildcats tallest starter is 6-7 whereas UCLA has a host of players who dont sport much lateral quickness. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Arizonas-guard-heavy-lineup-a-chore-for-UCLA&blog_id=8900 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Arizonas-guard-heavy-lineup-a-chore-for-UCLA&blog_id=8900 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:54:12 PST Blog Funny editorial titled: My Bookie Says Meet Me at Arbys. Its about a rookie sports bettors first foray with a local bookie. The initial phone conversation is spot on and something all of us at one point or another have experienced. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Funny-story-about-meeting-a-local-bookie&blog_id=8899 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Funny-story-about-meeting-a-local-bookie&blog_id=8899 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:53:55 PST Blog Marty Ottos Betting Take: We can talk about the mess Todd Graham created this season by trying to force his offense on players that didnt look comfortable in the system. We can talk about the mess Graham left behind when he let his team know via text message that he was leaving for Arizona State. We http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Compass-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-SMU-Mustangs-vs-Pittsburgh-Panthers&blog_id=8898 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Compass-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-SMU-Mustangs-vs-Pittsburgh-Panthers&blog_id=8898 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:47:08 PST Marty Otto Blog The NHL season nears the halfway mark so its time to sit down and take a look at where teams are at currently and what can we expect going forward. There are a few surprises in the Eastern Conference so far. We knew the Pittsburgh Penguins and Boston Bruins would be playing good hockey and competing at a high level, but I dont think too many people expected the Florida Panthers, Philadelphia Flyers, or the New York Rangers to be this solid in the early going. I liked both the Rangers and Panthers heading into the season so their success doesnt http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Eastern-Conference-Mid-Season-Betting-Report&blog_id=8897 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Eastern-Conference-Mid-Season-Betting-Report&blog_id=8897 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:56:38 PST Sammy P Blog Marshall is expected to contend for a Conference-USA championship and that in my opinion has them a little overvalued entering league play. The Thundering Herd are a talented and experienced team and we cashed with them earlier this season in their 62-56 loss at Syracuse (+15.5). A road win at Cincinnati and home win over Belmont shows some of the strength and potential of this http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-UTEP-Miners-at-Marshall-Thundering-Herd&blog_id=8896 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-UTEP-Miners-at-Marshall-Thundering-Herd&blog_id=8896 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:57:56 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Erin Rynning. Brent talked College Basketball while Erin covered every game on the NBA slate. Todays segments http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-4-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8895 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-4-2012-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8895 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:55:41 PST Blog Cincinnati welcomes back power forward Yancy Gates and center Cheikh Mbodj from suspension tonight against Notre Dame. The Bearcats have reeled off six straight wins after the infamous Xavier brawl. With Gates out, the team changed its style, favoring more of an up-tempo game. They also werent shy about firing away from http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Gates-returns-for-Cincinnatii-following-suspension&blog_id=8894 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Gates-returns-for-Cincinnatii-following-suspension&blog_id=8894 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 07:52:50 PST Blog Final recap of this years Hilton NFL SuperContest. A group of Las Vegas friends took home the top prize of $320K on the strength of a 58-22-5 ATS record. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Vegas-buddies-win-this-years-Hilton-NFL-SuperContest&blog_id=8893 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Vegas-buddies-win-this-years-Hilton-NFL-SuperContest&blog_id=8893 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:56:57 PST Blog When hes not producing 64% college basketball winners, Sportsmemo handicapper and professional fisherman Brent Crow likes to dabble in the art of fishing. Heres a recent article he was featured in by the The Huntsville Times. Where can we get one of those Yamaha hats BC? http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Brent-Crow-picks-winners-catches-bass-may-save-planet-some-day&blog_id=8892 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Brent-Crow-picks-winners-catches-bass-may-save-planet-some-day&blog_id=8892 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:31:16 PST Blog I keep reading articles about how Oklahoma States tough non-conference schedule is going to pay dividends down the road but I see it helping them grind out a close win on the road, not beating teams by double-digits. Since victories over bottom feeders Texas A&M Corpus Christi and Arkansas-Pine Bluff, the Cowboys are 4-6 SU with two wins in overtime and the other two by three and five. You can certainly http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Texas-Tech-Red-Raiders-at-Oklahoma-State-Cowboys&blog_id=8891 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Texas-Tech-Red-Raiders-at-Oklahoma-State-Cowboys&blog_id=8891 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:18:22 PST Andrew Lange Blog Good article on the Perception vs. Reality of the Memphis Tigers. They play host to Tennessee tonight after beating the Vols 99-97 in double overtime at the Maui Classic. Both squads open conference play on Saturday. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Memphis-yet-to-live-up-to-preseason-expectations&blog_id=8890 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Memphis-yet-to-live-up-to-preseason-expectations&blog_id=8890 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:01:07 PST Blog Duquesne will be without the service of swingman BJ Monterio for tonights conference opener vs. St. Joes. Monterio, who just earned A-10 Player of the Week honors and is the Dukes leading scorer and rebounder, was injured during a New Years Eve fracas he reportedly wasnt involved. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Duquesne-opens-A-10-play-without-leading-scorer-rebounder&blog_id=8889 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Duquesne-opens-A-10-play-without-leading-scorer-rebounder&blog_id=8889 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:53:30 PST Blog Erin Rynnings Betting Take: The new era of big time college football will be on display in this years Orange Bowl with complex, high octane, quick paced offenses. West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen was known for the offensive attacks hes assembled at Oklahoma State, Houston and Texas Tech. The change for West Virginia was radical but they managed set school records across the board in the passing game led by http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Orange-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-West-Virginia-Mountaineers-vs-Clemson-Tigers&blog_id=8888 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Orange-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-West-Virginia-Mountaineers-vs-Clemson-Tigers&blog_id=8888 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:30:27 PST Erin Rynning Blog It doesnt appear that Oakland is the class of the Summit League this season after a 17-1 mark last year. The Grizzlies have already lost two league games and find themselves in the midst of a four-game losing streak. We know this team still has talent with a home win over Tennessee and solid performances in losses to Ohio, Michigan and Arizona. This is a home court that has held up extremely well over the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAB-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Oral-Roberts-Golden-Eagles-vs-Oakland-Grizzlies&blog_id=8887 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAB-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Oral-Roberts-Golden-Eagles-vs-Oakland-Grizzlies&blog_id=8887 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:44:43 PST Andrew Lange Blog A couple blogs talking about how scoring is down in across the board in college basketball. There were 42 teams that scored less than 40 points in games prior to Christmas. During that span, scoring was at 67.6 ppg its lowest mark over the last eight years. As for totals, based on the closing numbers, 53.4% of games have gone under the total in regulation (50.9% if you include OT). It is hard to tell whether pace is up or down because conference play just started the numbers compared to last http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Scoring-down-nationwide&blog_id=8886 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Scoring-down-nationwide&blog_id=8886 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:21:00 PST Blog This Tweet pretty much sums up last nights good for some/bad for others finish to the Fiesta Bowl. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Final-play-of-Fiesta-Bowl-tests-bettors-ability-to-not-go-absolutely-crazy&blog_id=8885 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Final-play-of-Fiesta-Bowl-tests-bettors-ability-to-not-go-absolutely-crazy&blog_id=8885 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:37:13 PST Blog Perhaps a blueprint for stopping Miamis up-tempo attack moving forward as Atlanta played zone in last nights 100-92 win over the Heat. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Atlanta-Hawks-use-zone-defense-to-halt-Heat-up-tempo-attack&blog_id=8884 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Atlanta-Hawks-use-zone-defense-to-halt-Heat-up-tempo-attack&blog_id=8884 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:18:33 PST Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Teddy talked NFL Playoffs while Erin covered every game on the NBA slate. Todays segments http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-3-2012-with-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8883 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-3-2012-with-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8883 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:58:10 PST Blog It is the Sacramento Kings so stuff like this is expected though it usually occurs when they are 20 games below .500 not five games into the season. Note that DeMarcus Cousins is listed as probable (according to Sports Options) for tonights game at Memphis. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Cousins-probable-Sacramento-remains-a-mess&blog_id=8882 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Cousins-probable-Sacramento-remains-a-mess&blog_id=8882 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:07:41 PST Blog Current NFL Futures at Pinnacle Sports. AFC Championship Winner New England +108 Baltimore +225 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Odds-to-win-AFC-and-NFC-Championships-and-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=8881 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Odds-to-win-AFC-and-NFC-Championships-and-Super-Bowl-XLVI&blog_id=8881 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 07:48:48 PST Blog Week 17 NFL favorites went 12-4 straight up and 8-7-1 against the spread. I graded the Dolphins-Jets game a push. For the regular season, betting favorites went 120-127-9 ATS (48.6%). Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (49%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. All week 17 games were division contests http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-17&blog_id=8880 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-17&blog_id=8880 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 07:21:49 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog During Western Michigans 110-70 loss at Duke last Friday, and handful of Broncos where hit with the injury bug. WMU is expected to be missing two double-digit scorers will another (9.0 ppg) is listed as questionable. A win tonight over UW-Milwaukee would nice but getting the team as healthy as possible for Saturdays MAC opener is likely head coach Steve Hawkins top priority. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Western-Michigans-roster-shrinks-due-to-injuries&blog_id=8879 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Western-Michigans-roster-shrinks-due-to-injuries&blog_id=8879 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 07:00:12 PST Blog Teddy Covers Betting Take: Its been another rough bowl season for the Big Ten. Despite that fact, Michigan is favored in its Sugar Bowl matchup against Virginia Tech. An opener of -1 has been bet up to -3 in many locations the books havent seen much Hokies money yet, although that could change following todays 1-3 SU, 1-3 ATS Big Ten performance. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sugar-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Michigan-Wolverines-vs-Virginia-Tech-Hokies&blog_id=8878 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sugar-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Michigan-Wolverines-vs-Virginia-Tech-Hokies&blog_id=8878 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:40:40 PST Ted Sevransky Blog One of the best blog posts in Sportsmemo history is making its annual appearance Using Strength of Schedule to Handicap the First Round of the NFL Playoffs. The theory is actually quite simple; since 2002, teams with a higher Strength of Schedule (using Sagarins Ratings) are a remarkable 27-9 straight up and 27-9 against the spread (75% winners) regardless of price and location. Even more amazing is that teams with a SOS differential of 10 or more went 16-2 SU, 15-3 ATS (83% winners). Taking it step further, teams with a better SOS that are underdogs http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Strength-of-schedule-and-pointspread-success&blog_id=8877 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-the-NFL-Playoffs:-Strength-of-schedule-and-pointspread-success&blog_id=8877 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:59:20 PST Blog Weve got a full week of NBA action in the books, and every team except Milwaukee has at least four games under their belts. Lets take a look around the league, concentrating on key notes and quotes, the type of information that has the potential to make us some money in the weeks to come. Chicago Bulls The Bulls suffered through a bit of a sluggish start to the season. They had to rally from behind late to earn a non-covering, one-point win against the Lakers in their opener, followed by an embarrassing loss the next night at Golden State. Since that time, Tom Thibodeaus squad has won and covered three straight, all by double-digit margins, playing championship caliber http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Teddy-Covers-NBA-Betting-News-and-Quotes-1-2-2012&blog_id=8876 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Teddy-Covers-NBA-Betting-News-and-Quotes-1-2-2012&blog_id=8876 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:07:28 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Theres a lot of debate in the handicapping community about what the pace is going to be like as teams are forced to play three games in three nights for the first time since the 90s. Some bettors expect lots of jump shots falling short due to tired legs, leading to lower scoring games. Other bettors expect slow reactions on defense, leading to a high shooting percentage, lots of fouls and plenty of easy buckets in transition http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Free-Pick:-Milwaukee-Bucks-at-Denver-Nuggets&blog_id=8875 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Free-Pick:-Milwaukee-Bucks-at-Denver-Nuggets&blog_id=8875 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 10:56:07 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Just a reminder that if you are a 21-22 year old male and a member of a college fraternity, then you had better make your way down to Las Vegas Flamingo Hotel and Casino for the 7th Annual World Series of Beer Pong which starts today. Grand prize includes $50K and a years supply of condoms because dudes that play beer pong apparently score a ton of tail. Any Sportsmemo followers who finish in the top 5 get a free week of service. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cross-it-off-the-bucket-list:-Las-Vegas-World-Series-of-Beer-Pong-VII&blog_id=8874 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cross-it-off-the-bucket-list:-Las-Vegas-World-Series-of-Beer-Pong-VII&blog_id=8874 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 10:12:24 PST Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Rob talked college basketball and football while Erin covered every game on the NBA slate. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-2-2012-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8873 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-1-2-2012-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8873 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 09:58:13 PST Blog Now that the celebratory smoke has cleared, articles are starting to surface that the recent decision by the Department of Justice to publically support online poker was nothing more than an opinion one that could change in an instant. And it also doesnt mean that future governmental regimes will maintain the same supportive opinion. Worst of all, the recent support did not include online sports betting. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=DOJs-online-poker-support-nothing-more-than-an-opinion&blog_id=8872 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=DOJs-online-poker-support-nothing-more-than-an-opinion&blog_id=8872 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 07:24:40 PST Blog Here are we thought Sportsmemos favorite NBA player, DeMarcus Cousin, was going to make it through the entire year without any issues. Unfortunately, or perphaps right on cue given his history, Cousins was benched following Saturdays 114-92 loss to the Knicks in which he shot 2-of-10 from the field http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Sacramento-decides-to-sit-Cousins-after-outburst&blog_id=8871 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Sacramento-decides-to-sit-Cousins-after-outburst&blog_id=8871 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:22:58 PST Blog Andrew Langes Betting Take: I thought for a minute we might see this line climb to 7 as a majority of the early money came in on the Ducks but bettors cleared out all of the 6s yesterday with Oregon now a 5-point favorite across the board. The stats for both teams are fairly even across the board even though the go about their work in different ways. Oregon played the slightly http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Rose-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Wisconsin-Badgers-vs-Oregon-Ducks&blog_id=8870 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Rose-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Wisconsin-Badgers-vs-Oregon-Ducks&blog_id=8870 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 20:33:49 PST Andrew Lange Blog Andrew Langes Betting Take: A lot more non-football related talk surrounding these two storied but currently mediocre football programs. According to reports, Urban Meyer has kept his distance during Ohio States preparation though he officially takes over the program on Tuesday. For Florida, it lost offensive coordinator Charlie Weis (Kansas HC), which in the eyes of some was a good thing. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gator-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Florida-Gators-vs-Ohio-State-Buckeyes&blog_id=8869 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gator-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Florida-Gators-vs-Ohio-State-Buckeyes&blog_id=8869 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 19:55:55 PST Andrew Lange Blog Rob Venos Betting Take: Aside from the national championship game, this is definitely the most anticipated bowl matchup. NFL caliber quarterbacks Andrew Luck and Brandon Weeden lead these explosive offenses which average 43.6 ppg (Stanford) and 49.3 ppg (Oklahoma State). Magnitude of this contest along with the venue limits the exterior angles to virtually zero in this handicap. Each team will be plenty motivated http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fiesta-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Stanford-Cardinal-vs-Oklahoma-State-Cowboys&blog_id=8868 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fiesta-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Stanford-Cardinal-vs-Oklahoma-State-Cowboys&blog_id=8868 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 08:33:07 PST Rob Veno Blog Erin Rynnings Betting Take: The Nittany Lions spent much of the season grinding out ugly wins. Pretty remarkable that they actually controlled their own destiny heading into the season finale against Wisconsin with a shot at the inaugural Big Ten title game. But PSU eventually ran out of gas and was embarrassed 42-7. To make matters worse the program felt slighted after the more marquee bowls passed them over for Ohio State, Michigan and Iowa. To make matters worse, on again/off again quarterback Matt McGloin http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Ticket-City-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Penn-State-Nittany-Lions-vs-Houston-Cougars&blog_id=8867 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Ticket-City-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Penn-State-Nittany-Lions-vs-Houston-Cougars&blog_id=8867 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 08:19:53 PST Erin Rynning Blog The betting markets simply havent caught up with how bad the Minnesota Vikings defense actually is these days, giving us a remarkably low total for a team that simply isnt able to compete defensively at this late stage of the season. Minnesota has sent virtually every contributor both starters http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Chicago-Bears-at-Minnesota-Vikings&blog_id=8866 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Chicago-Bears-at-Minnesota-Vikings&blog_id=8866 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 07:50:15 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Only the Illinois football program could produce this type of comic genius on such short notice. Apparently four Illini assistants all expected to be gone following todays bowl game that happens to start in about six hours have threatened to boycott if the university doesnt shore up their exit contracts. Basically they were supposed to get a full years worth of severance pay but the university nixed it at the last second. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Alert:-Illinois-coaches-threaten-Hunger-Bowl-boycott&blog_id=8865 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Alert:-Illinois-coaches-threaten-Hunger-Bowl-boycott&blog_id=8865 Sat, 31 Dec 2011 06:03:10 PST Blog Everyone expected back tomorrow for Xavier following the infamous brawl with cross-town rival Cincinnati. Without much depth, the Musketeers lost three straight before finally getting past bottom feeder Southern Illinois, 87-77. Found some interesting quotes from Doug Gottliebs blog on ESPN with various unnamed http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Xavier-expects-to-be-at-full-strength-vs-Gonzaga&blog_id=8864 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Xavier-expects-to-be-at-full-strength-vs-Gonzaga&blog_id=8864 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:29:05 PST Blog I sensed trouble for Tim Tebow last week in a tough road environment for a young quarterback. And he had all sorts of trouble with four INTs including a pair of pick-sixes in a 40-14 loss at Buffalo. Now Tebow and the Denver defense get one final chance to win a division title and a berth in the postseason. Ironically, former Denver quarterback Kyle Orton can now spoil Denvers playoff http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Kansas-City-Chiefs-at-Denver-Broncos&blog_id=8863 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Kansas-City-Chiefs-at-Denver-Broncos&blog_id=8863 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:15:54 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Key AFC North showdown as Baltimore can clinch the AFCs No. 1 seed combined with a New England loss. The Ravens will win the division and No. 2 seed with a win or a Steelers loss. But the Bengals are pushing hard for a playoff spot few thought they could achieve this season. Cincinnati makes the playoffs with a win, or a Tennessee win, NY Jets loss and Oakland loss. Both defenses rank top-6 in total yards http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Baltimore-Ravens-at-Cincinnati-Bengals&blog_id=8862 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Baltimore-Ravens-at-Cincinnati-Bengals&blog_id=8862 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:08:49 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Prime time Sunday night tilt with the winner hosting next weeks playoff game and the loser wondering what the heck happened this season. Both teams have burned their betting backers and proven to be untrustworthy too often. They enter 8-7 with the Giants playing a brutally tough schedule the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Dallas-Cowboys-at-New-York-Giants&blog_id=8861 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Dallas-Cowboys-at-New-York-Giants&blog_id=8861 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:03:47 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Laying -2.5 to -4 with home teams can be tricky because in most cases, the two teams involved are evenly matched and the only thing separating them is a sometimes phantom home court advantage. But in this particular matchup, I see the favorite as the legitimately better team while also owning a home court advantage that is real. College of Charleston was not expected to do much this season after losing a host of seniors including all-everything guard Andrew Goudelock. But 12 games into http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-George-Mason-at-College-of-Charleston&blog_id=8860 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-George-Mason-at-College-of-Charleston&blog_id=8860 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:16:18 PST Andrew Lange Blog The surprise team of the NFL can clinch the NFCs No. 2 seed and first round bye with a win. Led by a solid ground game and bend but dont break defense allowing just 14 ppg, the 49ers appear poised to have a playoff bye and home field game in the divisional round. San Francisco has created and benefitted from a league-best turnover margin, and quarterback Alex Smith has managed http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-San-Francisco-49ers-at-St-Louis-Rams&blog_id=8859 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-San-Francisco-49ers-at-St-Louis-Rams&blog_id=8859 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:45:41 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The money-burning Bucs tossed the towel weeks ago and in my opinion have been unbackable. They enter 4-11 SU/ATS and on a current run of 0-9 SU, 1-8 ATS with seven of those losses by nine or more points. For the season, Tampa Bays results have landed over 150 points away-from-the-pointspread; worst in the NFL. Defensive deficiencies have led to the laughable losing as http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-at-Atlanta-Falcons&blog_id=8858 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-at-Atlanta-Falcons&blog_id=8858 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:36:06 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Rob Venos Betting Take: Theres an onslaught of enthusiasm being exuded by each of these fan bases with 10,000 tickets apiece purchased as of Wednesday. However, the teams playing in this contest appear to have some difference in their mindsets. Vanderbilt has preached its extreme excitement http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Liberty-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Cincinnati-Bearcats-vs-Vanderbilt-Commodores&blog_id=8857 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Liberty-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Cincinnati-Bearcats-vs-Vanderbilt-Commodores&blog_id=8857 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:49:04 PST Rob Veno Blog Teddy Covers Betting Take: Since the end of the regular season, Auburn offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn left the program to become the Arkansas State head coach, taking a pay cut to leave town. Then, defensive coordinator Ted Roof took a pay cut to take the same job at Central Florida. While numerous reports http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Chick-Fil-A-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Virginia-Cavaliers-vs-Auburn-Tigers&blog_id=8855 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Chick-Fil-A-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Virginia-Cavaliers-vs-Auburn-Tigers&blog_id=8855 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:32:38 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Brent talked college basketball while Teddy and Erin discussed NFL Week 17. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-30-2011-with-Brent-Crow-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8854 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-30-2011-with-Brent-Crow-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8854 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:24:38 PST Blog Texas A&M is searching for ways to offset the fact that it vastly underachieved this season and as a result essentially got their head coach fired because of countless second half meltdowns. The Aggies have dedicated Saturdays Car Care Bowl matchup against Northwestern to the recent death of a teammate http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Texas-AM-searches-for-postseason-inspiration&blog_id=8853 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Texas-AM-searches-for-postseason-inspiration&blog_id=8853 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:39:05 PST Blog Some bad blood brewing between rivals St. Bonaventure and Niagara. Last years win (as a 14-point underdog) marked the eighth straight for Niagara (6-2 ATS) in the series. Following the loss, Bonnies center Andrew Nicholson called out Niagara for being unprofessional in their postgame mannerisms. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Rivalry-heats-up-between-St-Bonaventure-and-Niagara&blog_id=8852 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Rivalry-heats-up-between-St-Bonaventure-and-Niagara&blog_id=8852 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:59:06 PST Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Fairway Jay will make another appearance on Las Vegas FOX5 News on Sunday, January 1. The 10 pm newscast features a Sports Plus segment and Jay will break down the NFL playoff match-ups and lines with FOX5 sports anchor and reporter Jon Castagnino. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-guests-on-Las-Vegas-FOX5-News&blog_id=8851 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-guests-on-Las-Vegas-FOX5-News&blog_id=8851 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:27:19 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Erin Rynnings Betting Take: The Music City Bowl presents an interesting dilemma of basic bowl handicapping matchups vs. motivation. You would think Wake Forest would have motivation on its side after dropping four of its last five games, including an embarrassing 41-7 loss to Vanderbilt to close out the regular season. Meanwhile, Mississippi State could very easily be disinterested for this game. Last season was http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Music-City-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Wake-Forest-vs-Mississippi-State&blog_id=8850 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Music-City-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Wake-Forest-vs-Mississippi-State&blog_id=8850 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:16:40 PST Erin Rynning Blog Ticket sales and interest dont appear to be all that high for Utah leading up to Saturdays Sun Bowl matchup against Georgia Tech. The Utes have reportedly sold only 1,500 of their 8,000 ticket allotment. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Utah-fan-support-lacking-for-Sun-Bowl&blog_id=8849 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Utah-fan-support-lacking-for-Sun-Bowl&blog_id=8849 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 14:09:18 PST Blog Even with an impending trial (one that resulted in a 90-day sentence), Floyd Mayweather still found time to indulge in his favorite pastime placing massive sports bet at Las Vegas M Casino. Mayweathers most recent wager was the old Always Bet on Brady/Tim Tebow Fade, which according to reports was a $1 million winner. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Floyd-Mayweather-wasnt-afraid-to-fade-Tim-Tebow&blog_id=8848 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Floyd-Mayweather-wasnt-afraid-to-fade-Tim-Tebow&blog_id=8848 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:33:39 PST Blog Some news out of the Big Sky that seems to have flown under the radar. Both Northern Arizona and Idaho State saw their head coaches resign recently. Joe OBrien had a lot of success at the junior college level but could never kick start the Idaho State program (56-105 since 2006). Assistant http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Northern-Arizona-and-Idaho-State-coaching-changes&blog_id=8847 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Northern-Arizona-and-Idaho-State-coaching-changes&blog_id=8847 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:17:36 PST Andrew Lange Blog UCLA just spend the better part of December trying to get back in the good graces of the betting markets. Apparently theyve done enough to be competitively lined on the road against a quality opponent. But while the Bruins may have built some confidence, it doesnt necessarily mean they are a quality basketball http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-UCLA-Bruins-at-Stanford-Cardinal&blog_id=8846 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-UCLA-Bruins-at-Stanford-Cardinal&blog_id=8846 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:58:14 PST Andrew Lange Blog When it comes to Week 17 of the NFL, there typically arent but a few games that dont have that coin-flip, preseason-type feel to it. Even oddsmakers admit there isnt much science behind some of these lines. Take Green Bay-Detroit for example. The Packers opened 3-point favorites at CRIS but Detroit is now favored by -3.5 (it took the betting market all of 10 minutes to make the correction). Green http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmakers-and-bettors-do-guesswork-for-NFL-Week-17&blog_id=8845 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmakers-and-bettors-do-guesswork-for-NFL-Week-17&blog_id=8845 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:34:42 PST Blog Rob Venos Betting Take: Its not that difficult to poke holes in each of the pointspread hot streaks posted by these teams to close the regular seasons. Tulsa went 5-1 ATS over the back half of its schedule but the only bowl teams they faced were Marshall and Houston. They destroyed Marshall by 42 but got hammered at home by Houston 48-16 in a season ending showdown for the Conference-USA West Division title. Against bowl teams overall, Tulsa went 1-4 straight up and 2-3 ATS with all five http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Armed-Forces-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Tulsa-Golden-Hurricane-vs-BYU-Cougars&blog_id=8844 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Armed-Forces-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Tulsa-Golden-Hurricane-vs-BYU-Cougars&blog_id=8844 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:25:43 PST Rob Veno Blog Brent Crows Betting Take: Oklahoma comes into this matchup as clearly the better team, but sometimes that doesnt matter much in bowl games. The Sooners were a highly ranked team all season, winning their first six games before splitting their final six to finish 9-3. Iowa on the other hand was never in the top 25 and wound up 7-5 on the year http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Insight-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Iowa-Hawkeyes-vs-Oklahoma-Sooners&blog_id=8843 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Insight-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Iowa-Hawkeyes-vs-Oklahoma-Sooners&blog_id=8843 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:09:50 PST Brent Crow Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Teddy Covers. Brent talked college basketball while Teddy broke down the NBA. Todays segments http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-29-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8842 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-29-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8842 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 09:51:28 PST Blog Dallas head coach Rick Carlisle asking for a much better effort on defense after allowing 105 to Miami and 115 to Denver. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Carlisle-pleads-for-better-defense-from-Mavericks&blog_id=8841 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Carlisle-pleads-for-better-defense-from-Mavericks&blog_id=8841 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:31:03 PST Blog Teddy Covers Betting Take: Iowa State wasnt very good this year. The Cyclones did have one signature win, a thrilling double OT victory at home against Oklahoma State. And Iowa State did put together a road blowout, beating up on Texas Tech 41-7 the week after the Red Raiders had knocked off Oklahoma in Stillwater. But when you look at the entirety of the Cyclones schedule, you walk away underwhelmed with their accomplishments. Iowa State was a team that closed out the season http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Pinstripe-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Iowa-State-Cyclones-vs-Rutgers-Scarlet-Knights&blog_id=8840 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Pinstripe-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Iowa-State-Cyclones-vs-Rutgers-Scarlet-Knights&blog_id=8840 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:24:57 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Wisconsin is doing what it can to simulate Oregons up-tempo offense. Practices for the Badgers have been quick not only in speed but in length as the team focuses in on remaining fresh. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Football-Betting-News:-Wisconsin-prepares-for-Oregons-speed&blog_id=8839 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Football-Betting-News:-Wisconsin-prepares-for-Oregons-speed&blog_id=8839 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:14:46 PST Blog Injuries are not expected to derail Oklahomas up-tempo offense in Fridays Insight Bowl against Iowa. Despite having four starters currently out, co-offensive coordinator Jay Norvell says the game plan with remain the same as it did during the regular season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Oklahoma-wont-change-tempo-despite-injuries&blog_id=8838 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Oklahoma-wont-change-tempo-despite-injuries&blog_id=8838 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:05:41 PST Blog Suspensions and injuries contributed to Kent States 0-2 performance during last weeks tournament at Utah State. Center Justin Manns was/is currently suspended and point guard Michael Porrini remains at less than 100 percent due to a foot injury. Head coach Rob Senderoff has not been pleased http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Kent-State-determined-to-bounce-back-defensively&blog_id=8837 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Kent-State-determined-to-bounce-back-defensively&blog_id=8837 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:29:07 PST Blog Crazy story of some rogue odds being offered at Betfair during the recent Christmas Hurdle (some type of horse race in Britain). The betting exchange ended up canceling £23m ($35m US) worth of live wagering winnings which of course pissed off a lot of bettors. Betfair claimed it was a system glitch and that customers shouldnt be able to exceed their exposure limit. If you can understand British vernacular, it is worth a read. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Betfair-cancels-£23m-worth-of-live-wagering-at-horse-race&blog_id=8836 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Betfair-cancels-£23m-worth-of-live-wagering-at-horse-race&blog_id=8836 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:18:31 PST Blog Two articles from the Las Vegas Sun on Nevadas step towards legalized online gambling and the important role the Council on Problem Gambling could have in getting other states to join in. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Nevada-at-the-forefront-of-the-crusade-for-legalized-online-gambling-in-the-US&blog_id=8835 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Nevada-at-the-forefront-of-the-crusade-for-legalized-online-gambling-in-the-US&blog_id=8835 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:59:47 PST Blog Andrew Langes Betting Take: I made a lot of money on Baylor this season including its season finale blowout win over Texas. But my attraction towards the Bears was mostly when they were in the role of short favorite or underdog. It becomes tricky laying over a touchdown with a team that had a real difficult time stopping good offenses especially on the road. In four true road games, Baylor allowed 30, 59, 58 and 36 and finished 1-3 SU and 0-4 ATS. At home, they had the big wins over Texas http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Alamo-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Washington-Huskies-vs-Baylor-Bears&blog_id=8834 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Alamo-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Washington-Huskies-vs-Baylor-Bears&blog_id=8834 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:21:59 PST Andrew Lange Blog Andrew Langes Betting Take: Even if we give Florida State a pass for the early season injury to quarterback EJ Manuel, the fact remains that despite all of the preseason hype, this is a team that didnt have what I would consider a truly marquee victory this season. Five of their eight wins came against UL-Monroe, Charleston Southern, Duke, Maryland and Boston College. Beyond that, wins over NC State, Miami http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Champs-Sports-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Notre-Dame-Irish-vs-Florida-State-Seminoles&blog_id=8833 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Champs-Sports-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Notre-Dame-Irish-vs-Florida-State-Seminoles&blog_id=8833 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 11:53:35 PST Andrew Lange Blog This looks like the best Sycamores team that weve seen in many years, and the betting markets simply havent caught up yet! Lets not forget Indiana States stretch run last year (a real confidence and momentum builder) when Greg Lansings team reeled off three wins in three days two of them outright upsets to win the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament and earn an NCAA bid. That momentum has http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Free-Play:-Indiana-State-Sycamores-at-Drake-Bulldogs&blog_id=8832 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Free-Play:-Indiana-State-Sycamores-at-Drake-Bulldogs&blog_id=8832 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:10:29 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Rob took care of tonights college basketball while Erin broke down the NBA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-28-2011-with-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8831 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-28-2011-with-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8831 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:04:32 PST Blog Following the holiday tournaments and classroom exams, conference season begins. Syracuse opens the Big East season at home tonight vs. Seton Hall. Louisville also opens Big East play tonight at home against No. 12 Georgetown, who is 10-1 SU and 6-0 ATS. Louisville then travels to Rupp Arena to take on No. 3 Kentucky New Years Eve. Baylor held off West Virginia 83-81 in the Las Vegas Classic http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-News:-Six-teams-remain-undefeated&blog_id=8830 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-News:-Six-teams-remain-undefeated&blog_id=8830 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:12:22 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog When it comes to info on basketball coaches wanting to go up-tempo, less than 50% actually result in any sort of positive trend over the total. But here is one that has actually panned out albeit a two-game sample. Right before the season started, ESPNs Tom Haberstroh wrote an article on Miami http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Miami-Heat-make-good-on-up-tempo-promise&blog_id=8829 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Miami-Heat-make-good-on-up-tempo-promise&blog_id=8829 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:54:43 PST Blog Found this one from the archives. Dating back to the 2004-05 season, UConn is 1-6 SU and 2-5 ATS in its Big East openers (see below). Jim Calhoun noted prior to last years opener against Pitt (Panthers won 78-63) that he didnt like having to play conference games prior to the New Year. Note that Calhoun will begin his three-game suspension tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-UConn-opens-Big-East-play-at-South-Florida&blog_id=8828 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-UConn-opens-Big-East-play-at-South-Florida&blog_id=8828 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:20:38 PST Blog Brent Crows Betting Take: Not a surprise to see this total currently above 70 with both squads relying on outscoring the opposition to win games. Toledo averaged 53.8 ppg its last five games and 40.8 ppg on the year. But while the Rockets were making routine visits to the end zone, so were capable foes. Western Michigan and Northern Illinois boasted two of the better offenses in the MAC and both netted 63 points against the Rockets. The rest of the MAC averaged a modest 20.5 but a majority of those teams were well below average offensively on the season. Air Force contests have also seen plenty http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Military-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Toledo-Rockets-vs-Air-Force-Falcons&blog_id=8827 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Military-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Toledo-Rockets-vs-Air-Force-Falcons&blog_id=8827 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:56:55 PST Brent Crow Blog I realize that Seton Halls 11-1 start was aided by more than a handful of creampuff opponents. Im also aware that the Pirates won in the Carrier Dome last season by 32 as 12.5-point underdogs. But those factors dont outweigh that we have a capable underdog catching +15.5 in a conference game. Syracuse has the look of an elite team but in five games against decent competition, the Orange http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Seton-Hall-Pirates-at-Syracuse-Orange&blog_id=8826 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Seton-Hall-Pirates-at-Syracuse-Orange&blog_id=8826 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:21:39 PST Andrew Lange Blog Anticipating that Notre Dame will once again unleash its burn offense against Pittsburgh, bettors have pounded tonights total down five points off of the opener (136.5). The Fighting Irishs slow down tactics played a key part in three straight wins over the Panthers, including last years 49 possession, 56-51 bloodbath. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Bettors-anticipate-slow-tempo-for-Notre-Dame-vs-Pitt&blog_id=8825 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Bettors-anticipate-slow-tempo-for-Notre-Dame-vs-Pitt&blog_id=8825 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:11:22 PST Blog Marty Ottos Betting Take: Cal has not produced many wins away from home over the past two seasons and I question whether theyll get one here on Wednesday. The Golden Bears were lucky to sneak past Colorado early this season when on the highway, lost outright to Washington and Oregon in back-to-back weeks while traveling, got blasted by a bad UCLA team in Los Angeles, and couldnt http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Holiday-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-California-Golden-Bears-vs-Texas-Longhorns&blog_id=8824 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Holiday-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-California-Golden-Bears-vs-Texas-Longhorns&blog_id=8824 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:51:26 PST Marty Otto Blog Kansas City was bounced from the postseason after last weeks overtime loss to Oakland but according to interim head coach Romeo Crennel, the team plans on going all out in Sundays season finale at Denver. For the Broncos, it is a win-and-in situation (or Oakland loss). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Kansas-City-says-full-effort-vs-Denver-despite-no-postseason&blog_id=8823 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Kansas-City-says-full-effort-vs-Denver-despite-no-postseason&blog_id=8823 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:54:18 PST Blog Even though there are only three of 12 postseason spots yet to be determined heading into Week 17, there are a slew of potential scenarios in terms of home field advantage and matchups. AFC: New England (first round bye), Houston, Baltimore and Pittsburgh are all in. If New England beats (or ties) Buffalo OR Baltimore or Pittsburgh lose (or tie), the Patriots would clinch home-field advantage throughout http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Playoff-scenarios-heading-into-Week-17&blog_id=8822 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Playoff-scenarios-heading-into-Week-17&blog_id=8822 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:43:15 PST Blog We squeezed out a free Fairway Forecast winner on the 76ers (+4.5) in their 107-103 loss at Portland last night. In the analysis, I noted that Portland coach Nate McMillan has instituted a more up-tempo offensive system this season to take advantage of his personnel. I recently read this article about McMillan was going to turn small forward Gerald Wallace loose this season. The Trail Blazers took 55 shots in http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Portland-Trail-Blazers-turn-to-more-up-tempo-offense&blog_id=8821 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Portland-Trail-Blazers-turn-to-more-up-tempo-offense&blog_id=8821 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:48:52 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Week 16 NFL favorites went 10-6 straight up and 6-10 against the spread. I graded the Cowboys as a betting favorite and Seahawks (+2.5) an ATS winner. For the season, betting favorites are 112-120-8 ATS. Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (48%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. Nine division games in Week 16 and division http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-16&blog_id=8820 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-16&blog_id=8820 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:41:30 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Rob took care of tonights college basketball and football card while Erin tackled the NBA. Todays segments http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-27-2011-with-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8819 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-27-2011-with-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8819 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:08:15 PST Blog We are only one game into the NBA season and already, the Washington Wizards are showing not-so-positive signs. Andray Blatche voiced his opinion following yesterdays 90-84 home loss to New Jersey in which at one point the Wizards had a 21-point lead. Highlights of the meltdown included a 61.8% effort from the free throw line, 1- http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling:-Washington-Wizards-kick-off-season-with-comical-performance&blog_id=8818 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling:-Washington-Wizards-kick-off-season-with-comical-performance&blog_id=8818 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:18:12 PST Blog Positive news regarding some of the archaic anti-gambling laws that may finally be changed. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Online-gambling-gets-Big-Big-Present-from-Obama-administration&blog_id=8817 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Online-gambling-gets-Big-Big-Present-from-Obama-administration&blog_id=8817 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:53:35 PST Blog Erin Rynnings Betting Take: Positive momentum has been a popular theme in handicapping tonights Belk Bowl. After a slow start, both Louisville and NC State were clearly playing their best football down the stretch. The Cardinals were at one point 2-4 with losses to non-BCS Conference Marshall and Florida International but rallied to win five of their final six games. One could argue there could be a letdown http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Belk-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Louisville-Cardinals-vs-NC-State-Wolfpack&blog_id=8816 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Belk-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Louisville-Cardinals-vs-NC-State-Wolfpack&blog_id=8816 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:41:05 PST Erin Rynning Blog Chicago Bulls Chicago won 26 road games last year; third best in the NBA behind the Lakers and Heat. And Chicago positively stole a road victory to open the season at the Staples Center against the Lakers to open the new campaign, rallying from a double digit fourth quarter deficit to win on a Derrick Rose floater with less than five seconds remaining on the clock. Head coach Tom Thibodeau preached defense as an assistant in Boston. He preached defense in Chicago http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News-and-Notes-by-Teddy-Covers:-12-27-2011&blog_id=8815 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Betting-News-and-Notes-by-Teddy-Covers:-12-27-2011&blog_id=8815 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 06:52:14 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Nebraska makes its Big Ten debut without a full complement of key players. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Nebraska-makes-injury-riddle-Big-Ten-debut&blog_id=8814 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-Nebraska-makes-injury-riddle-Big-Ten-debut&blog_id=8814 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 06:42:56 PST Blog Teddy Covers Betting Take: Western Michigan has not stepped up in class well at any point during the Bill Cubit era. The Broncos entered the season in the midst of an 0-5 SU and ATS run against BCS conference competition. They did knock off one BCS foe this year UConn but the Huskies were not a bowl team and they scored 31points against Western Michigans defense, just shy of their season high. The Broncos did not fare well against other bowl teams. They gave up 66 points http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Little-Caesars-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Western-Michigan-Broncos-vs-Purdue-Boilermakers&blog_id=8813 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Little-Caesars-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Western-Michigan-Broncos-vs-Purdue-Boilermakers&blog_id=8813 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 08:54:21 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Here is a list a college basketball players that will be joining or have recently joined their team at the midway point of the season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Mid-season-player-additions&blog_id=8812 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Mid-season-player-additions&blog_id=8812 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 08:41:32 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Calgary faces one of the hottest teams in the NHL tonight in the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks have vaulted to second place in the Northwest Division and are just one point (with two games in hand) behind a backpedaling Minnesota team. Vancouver has finally gotten back to playing solid team defense coupled with great goaltending from Roberto Luongo (and backup Cory Schneider) during http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Calgary-Flames-at-Vancouver-Canucks&blog_id=8811 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-Calgary-Flames-at-Vancouver-Canucks&blog_id=8811 Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:42:26 PST Sammy P Blog After an 0-6 start, Western Michigan has managed to turn the page with three straight wins including a 14-point victory over Duquesne. Unfortunately for the Broncos, a rash of injuries have left the team short on depth as they travel to face up-tempo Oakland tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Western-Michigan-short-on-depth-due-to-injuries&blog_id=8810 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Western-Michigan-short-on-depth-due-to-injuries&blog_id=8810 Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:27:57 PST Blog Few teams if any have improved more over the last few weeks than UTEP. It all started after the Miners lost to Stephen F. Austin at home 53-35. Tim Floyd decided with a host of inexperience and youth that the best thing to do was to shorten the game and play at a slow pace in order to just stick around. The move paid off as the Miners went to Oregon and lost by six and then beat New Mexico State after losing http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-UTEP-Miners-vs-Kansas-State-Wildcats&blog_id=8809 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-UTEP-Miners-vs-Kansas-State-Wildcats&blog_id=8809 Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:24:54 PST Andrew Lange Blog News and notes for Saturdays Hawaii Bowl between Nevada and Southern Miss. Larry Fedora and staff have remained with the team despite Fedora recently inking a deal with North Carolina. USM hired South Carolina assistant Ellis Johnson -- some players and coaches preferred offensive coordinator Blake Anderson. Based on a few quotes, Fedora looks to be taking his final game seriously. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Hawaii-Bowl-Betting-News-and-Notes:-Nevada-vs-Southern-Miss&blog_id=8808 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Hawaii-Bowl-Betting-News-and-Notes:-Nevada-vs-Southern-Miss&blog_id=8808 Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:01:54 PST Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Rob Veno, Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Brent and Rob split the college basketball card while Teddy and Erin tackled the NFL. Note that there will be no Podcast on Friday and Monday. Have a great holiday. Todays segments http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-22-2011-with-Crow-Veno-T-Covers-and-Rynning&blog_id=8807 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-22-2011-with-Crow-Veno-T-Covers-and-Rynning&blog_id=8807 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:29:58 PST Blog Boise States leading scorer, Anthony Drmic, is currently questionable for tonights game against Iowa. Drmic sprained his ankle in Mondays win over Fresno State. Hes the only player on the team that averages double-digits. BSU also lost Igor Hadziomerovic (40% 3pt, 7.1 ppg) last week to a broken foot. In http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Boise-State-limps-into-matchup-with-Iowa&blog_id=8806 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Boise-State-limps-into-matchup-with-Iowa&blog_id=8806 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:16:51 PST Blog A statistical look at home poor Illinois offense has been of late and how little contirbution it has received from the bench. The Illini were held to 0.67 points per possession against UNLV and the reserves played 41 minutes and scored no points (0-10 FGs) in a narrow win over Cornell last time out. Illinois has little to no chance to hang with Missouri unless they somehow better offensive production tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Illinois-needs-to-find-offense-vs-Missouri&blog_id=8805 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Illinois-needs-to-find-offense-vs-Missouri&blog_id=8805 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:45:29 PST Blog Looks like UTEP will be forced to get creative defensively with the loss of big men Hooper Vint (6-10) and Malcom Moore (6-7). Note that Sports Options currently lists both players at OUT. The Miners open up the Diamond Head Classic this afternoon against the stingy defense of Clemson. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-UTEP-adjusts-defensive-game-plan-after-injuries&blog_id=8804 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-UTEP-adjusts-defensive-game-plan-after-injuries&blog_id=8804 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:34:04 PST Blog Good spot to step in and fade LSU following its upset win over Marquette on Monday. The Tigers, who average less than a point per possession, had and uncharacteristically efficient offensive outing. Defensively, LSU is pretty good, holding seven of its last eight opponents under 60 points, but the offense kept them from winning most of those games by a decent margin. They beat a bad Georgia http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-LSU-Tigers-at-North-Texas-Mean-Green&blog_id=8803 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-LSU-Tigers-at-North-Texas-Mean-Green&blog_id=8803 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:21:54 PST Andrew Lange Blog Rob Venos Betting Take: This is a very intriguing matchup from many angles including motivational, fundamental, key personnel losses and recent bowl history. North Carolina would figure to play this game with great energy and emotion for well liked, interim head coach Everett Withers. But with Larry Fedora stepping in next season, Withers may be somewhat distracted http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Independence-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-North-Carolina-Tar-Heels-vs-Missouri-Tigers&blog_id=8802 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Independence-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-North-Carolina-Tar-Heels-vs-Missouri-Tigers&blog_id=8802 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:49:36 PST Rob Veno Blog Article on the Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Michael Vicks stats and performances against 3-4 defenses. Hopefully more media and public buy into the perception that Vick is an elite level quarterback. Little do they know, hes in for rough times against the Cowboys. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Vick-faces-Dallas-3-4-defense-for-a-second-time&blog_id=8801 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Vick-faces-Dallas-3-4-defense-for-a-second-time&blog_id=8801 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:51:59 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog DePaul has been a bottom-tier program for the better part of the last decade. When bottom-tier programs make real improvements, it can take months for the betting markets to catch up. And this Blue Demons team is certainly making improvements! They opened up the season by knocking off Arizona State and Texas Tech in Orlando, while losing by only a single point to Minnesota. Then, after a brief hiccup immediately http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Pick:-Cal-Poly-Mustangs-at-DePaul-Blue-Demons&blog_id=8800 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Free-Pick:-Cal-Poly-Mustangs-at-DePaul-Blue-Demons&blog_id=8800 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:41:27 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Erin Rynning wrapped up his NBA podcast betting previews with the Northwest Division today. You can listen right here. For ERs previous segments, click here. ER has without question been the best NBA handicapper in the business producing six straight profitable seasons. Check out his documented record http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Northwest-Division&blog_id=8799 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Northwest-Division&blog_id=8799 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:23:03 PST Erin Rynning Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Brent and Rob split the college basketball card while Erin wrapped up his NBA betting previews with the Northwest Division. Todays segments Brent Crow - College Basketball Every Game http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-21-2011-with-Brent-Crow-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8798 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-21-2011-with-Brent-Crow-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8798 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:11:59 PST Blog Lakers head coach Mike Brown was none too pleased with his teams performance in Mondays exhibition loss to the Clippers. Defensively, the Lakers gave up what Brown called too many H-O-R-S-E shots while the offense struggled with its new, non-triangle sets (21 turnovers). Perhaps not a positive sign of things to come, key cog Andrew Bynum noted that he was winded after six minutes and didnt know exactly where to http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Lakers-look-for-better-showing-against-Clippers&blog_id=8797 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Lakers-look-for-better-showing-against-Clippers&blog_id=8797 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:50:17 PST Blog Consider this the Sportsmemo College Football Bowl Game Police Blotter. North Carolinas Dwight Jones wanted to celebrate his birthday but did so by sending out fliers with his picture on it. The NCAA apparently doesnt like that sort of thing and the Tar Heels are without 79 catches, 1,119 yards and 11 touchdowns. Iowa http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-List-of-bowl-game-suspensions&blog_id=8796 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-List-of-bowl-game-suspensions&blog_id=8796 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:29:25 PST Blog Week 15 NFL favorites went 10-6 straight up and 8-8 against the spread. For the season, betting favorites are 106-110-8 ATS. Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (48%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. I graded Oakland as a +1.5 winner over Detroit (28-27 Lions win). I also graded Cincinnati -6.5 in its 20-13 win over St. Louis. You could have pushed with both the Lions and Rams if you shopped http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-15&blog_id=8795 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-15&blog_id=8795 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:40:58 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Despite being the epitome of all offense, no defense Duquesne games continue to totaled in a respectable range. The Dukes obviously want to run, so much so that when they play games with 73 or more possessions, theyve only lost once the last two years whereas when games register 72 or fewer possessions, they are nine games under .500. But the most telling stat is when Duquesne averages a point per possession or more, nearly all over their games the last two years saw 140+ points. On the flip http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Duquesne-Dukes-at-George-Mason-Patriots&blog_id=8794 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Duquesne-Dukes-at-George-Mason-Patriots&blog_id=8794 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:29:22 PST Blog As expected, motivation doesnt seem to be a problem for Virginia as it prepares for the Chick-fil-A Bowl against Auburn. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Virginia-Cavaliers-giddy-for-postseason-appearance&blog_id=8793 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Virginia-Cavaliers-giddy-for-postseason-appearance&blog_id=8793 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:05:43 PST Blog A closer look at St. Marys schedule shows that winning by this type of margin may prove a bit more difficult with Eastern Washington the first halfway competent team the Gaels have faced since early December. St. Marys has won its last four games by an average margin of 27.8 ppg but as mentioned, they were against some of the worst teams in the country. Jackson State, NC A&T, Bethune Cookman http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Eastern-Washington-Eagles-at-St-Marys-Gaels&blog_id=8792 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Eastern-Washington-Eagles-at-St-Marys-Gaels&blog_id=8792 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:39 PST Andrew Lange Blog Andrew Langes Betting Take: I was talking with Teddy Covers on Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast and asked him that if we eliminate all of the distractions and potential motivational issues for this matchup, is Boise State truly two touchdowns better than Arizona State on a neutral field? The clear answer was no, but unfortunately, as with most pre-Christmas bowl games, all of the extra stuff can have an enormous impact. The fact that ASU didnt represent the PAC-12 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Arizona-State-Sun-Devils-vs-Boise-State-Broncos&blog_id=8791 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Arizona-State-Sun-Devils-vs-Boise-State-Broncos&blog_id=8791 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:16:38 PST Andrew Lange Blog Absolute Pokers co-founder Brent Beckley pleaded guilty to various criminal charges including conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud. Beckley, 31, is looking at about a year in jail. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Absolute-Poker-co-founder-pleads-guilty&blog_id=8790 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Absolute-Poker-co-founder-pleads-guilty&blog_id=8790 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:43:57 PST Blog Pinnacle just posted its NBA Regular Season Over/Under wins. Enjoy. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Odds:-Regular-Season-Over/Under-Wins&blog_id=8789 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Gambling-Odds:-Regular-Season-Over/Under-Wins&blog_id=8789 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:20:59 PST Blog Perhaps the player to help Miami get over the hump this season. The Heat signed defensive stalwart Shane Battier during the offseason. Great quote by Battier on the importance of numbers and putting yourself in the best position to win. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Miami-Heat-score-big-with-acquisition-of-Battier&blog_id=8788 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Miami-Heat-score-big-with-acquisition-of-Battier&blog_id=8788 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:09:54 PST Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Erin Rynning continues his NBA podcast betting previews. Tuesdays segment covered the Pacific Division. You can listen right here. For ERs previous segments, click here. ER has without question been the best NBA handicapper in the business producing six straight profitable seasons. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Pacific-Division&blog_id=8787 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Pacific-Division&blog_id=8787 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:16:44 PST Erin Rynning Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Sammy P, Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Sam tackled the NHL card while Teddy covered college football bowl games and college hoops. Erin continued his NBA betting previews with the Pacific Division. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-20-2011-with-Sammy-P-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8786 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-20-2011-with-Sammy-P-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8786 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:13:55 PST Blog Some offensive line concerns for the Green Bay Packers heading into Sundays matchup against the Bears. Green Bays o-line allowed three sacks the final nine minutes of last weeks loss to Kansas City and will like be without three of its top four tackles. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Green-Bay-offensive-line-struggles-with-injuries&blog_id=8785 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Green-Bay-offensive-line-struggles-with-injuries&blog_id=8785 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:38:40 PST Blog Here are as many playoff scenario links as we could find. ESPNs playoff breakdown through Week 15. Oakland has lost three straight and needs to win out. Apparently Philadelphia is still alive. Back from the dead or a two-month zombie-like state San Diego has a shot but will need the Broncos to lose. Baltimore is still hoping for a first round bye but needs help. Atlanta can earn a playoff spot http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Playoff-scenarios-entering-Week-16&blog_id=8784 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Playoff-scenarios-entering-Week-16&blog_id=8784 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:28:09 PST Blog According to Reno oddsmakers, local bettors have shown little to no support of their hometown Wolf Pack this season. They probably arent rushing to the window to support them for the upcoming Hawaii Bowl either. A couple reports have surfaced that Nevada has sold all of 10 tickets. Though http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Reno-bettors-fail-to-support-hometown-Nevada&blog_id=8783 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Reno-bettors-fail-to-support-hometown-Nevada&blog_id=8783 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:19:31 PST Blog Kent State is expected to be down two starters for tonights tournament game against St. Peters in Logan, Utah. Senior point guard Michael Porrini (foot) has not practiced all week and 6-11 center Justin Manns was suspended and did not travel with the team. St. Peters struggles to score with a terrible offensive efficiency (309th http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Kent-State-down-two-starters-vs-St-Peters&blog_id=8782 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Kent-State-down-two-starters-vs-St-Peters&blog_id=8782 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:00:23 PST Blog Get all sports coverage (NFL, College Football, College Basketball and NBA) from the handicapper of your choice today through Monday, December 26, for just $99. Call the office at 1-800-575-3069 or click here to purchase. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Holiday-Special-Offer---All-Sports-Package-$99&blog_id=8781 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Holiday-Special-Offer---All-Sports-Package-$99&blog_id=8781 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:33:10 PST Blog Positive article on the Philadelphia 76ers and the preseason preparation of Andre Iguodala who spent much of last season banged up (missed 15 games). Iguodala improved his health by dropping weight and undergoing a transformation with his diet. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Philadelphia-readies-for-season-with-healthier-Iguodala&blog_id=8780 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Philadelphia-readies-for-season-with-healthier-Iguodala&blog_id=8780 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:09:44 PST Blog Marty Ottos Betting Take: Before the season kicked off I suspected that TCU would struggle to duplicate some of the its recent results with so much roster turnover. While it certainly wasnt a cakewalk they played better than I had anticipated. The offense in particular outperformed any projection I had coming into the season, ranking ninth nationally while scoring over 40 points per http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Poinsettia-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Louisiana-Tech-Bulldogs-vs-TCU-Horned-Frogs&blog_id=8779 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Poinsettia-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Louisiana-Tech-Bulldogs-vs-TCU-Horned-Frogs&blog_id=8779 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:00:05 PST Marty Otto Blog Brent Crows Betting Take: FIU went 5-3 in the Sun Belt and also notched non-conference wins over Louisville, Central Florida and Akron with a loss to Duke. They closed the year on a three-gaming winning streak and should have a decent turnout (sold 4,300 of their 5,000 ticket allotment) with the game just three hours from campus. Marshall slipped into a bowl by way of back-to-back wins to close the regular http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=St-Petersburg-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Florida-International-vs-Marshall&blog_id=8778 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=St-Petersburg-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Florida-International-vs-Marshall&blog_id=8778 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:49:17 PST Brent Crow Blog Thoughts on tonights Monday Football contest between the Steelers and 49ers from Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Ravens loss to the Chargers put the Steelers back in control of the AFC North, hence the decision to play Roethlisberger. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Monday-Night-Football-Betting:-Money-starting-to-come-in-on-Pittsburgh&blog_id=8777 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Monday-Night-Football-Betting:-Money-starting-to-come-in-on-Pittsburgh&blog_id=8777 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:39:35 PST Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Erin Rynning continues his NBA podcast betting previews. Todays segment covered the Southwest Division. You can listen right here. For ERs take on the three Eastern Conference divisions, click here. ER has without question been the best NBA handicapper in the business producing six straight profitable seasons. Check out his documented record http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Southwest-Division&blog_id=8776 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Southwest-Division&blog_id=8776 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:27:47 PST Erin Rynning Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Erin Rynning. Brent took a look at tonights college basketball card while Erin continued his NBA betting previews with the Southwest Division. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-19-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8775 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-19-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8775 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:24:13 PST Blog South Alabamas offense has improved this season but the stats dont really show it. The reason is the Jaguars have really run the gauntlet in terms of tough opposing defenses. So far theyve faced LSU, Mississippi State, Florida State, LSU, Southern Miss and UAB. In two other games, USA played three awful offenses in Alabama State, Alcorn State and Texas A&M Corpus Christ. As a result, their body work doesnt suggest that we should be looking to play over a moderate total of 134.5. But tonight is really the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Georgia-Southern-at-South-Alabama&blog_id=8774 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Georgia-Southern-at-South-Alabama&blog_id=8774 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:07:13 PST Andrew Lange Blog pdate on Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisbergers status for tonights game at San Francisco. According to an ESPN report, hes likely play but may be limited due to a high ankle sprain. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Roethlisberger-expected-to-play-despite-ankle-injury&blog_id=8773 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Roethlisberger-expected-to-play-despite-ankle-injury&blog_id=8773 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:16:02 PST Blog It is always nice when announcers drop something pointspread related on national TV. Here Al Michaels points out that Baltimores meaningless touchdown with less than two minutes to go against San Diego sent the game up and over 45 last night. Thanks Al, though try and ditch the degenerate thing next time. Nice find by Larry Brown Sports. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Al-Michaels-is-apparently-well-versed-in-NFL-totals&blog_id=8772 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Al-Michaels-is-apparently-well-versed-in-NFL-totals&blog_id=8772 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:52:02 PST Blog California continues to dominate opponents on its home court with current marks of 8-0 SU, 5-1 ATS and 1-5 O/U. What the Golden Bears have done defensively is pretty remarkable considering last years team ranked dead last in defensive efficiency (1.09 points per possession allowed) during PAC-10 play. The competition thus far as been somewhat suspect but the fact that no team has topped 60 points or shot over 45% at Haas Pavilion speaks to the extra emphasis head coach Mike Montgomery has placed on defending with a purpose this year. Tonight, Cal gets perhaps its toughest test against http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Californias-defense-remains-stout-at-home&blog_id=8771 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Californias-defense-remains-stout-at-home&blog_id=8771 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:28:38 PST Andrew Lange Blog Mike Martz has made a concerted effort to pound the running game between the tackles on first and second down to keep struggling backup QB Caleb Hanie out of bad down and distance situations. That strategy didnt work today, despite a steady diet of Marion Barber (the New Bartman) and Kahlil Bell carries. Hanie got worse and worse as the game progressed. His tipped pass INT in the end zone wasnt a great throw, but it certainly wasnt an awful one. I cant say the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-15-NFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8770 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-15-NFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8770 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:52:34 PST Ted Sevransky Blog My clients and I cashed an easy winner betting the Vikings Over the total last week; a wild 34-28 affair. Expect more of the same points in bunches from the Vikings and their opponent as they return home to the Metrodome to face New Orleans. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-New-Orleans-at-Minnesota-Vikings&blog_id=8769 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-New-Orleans-at-Minnesota-Vikings&blog_id=8769 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 06:26:44 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Rarely do you hear a coach be so forthright about his teams inability to win by margin. Dayton head coach Archie Miller was quoted as saying that he expected every game this season to ...come down to the last eight to four minutes. Since blowing out Western Illinois and NC Wilmington earlier this season, the Flyers have posted wins by margins of 4, 7, 16, 12 and 4. Tonight they http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Dayton-not-built-for-big-wins-FIUs-Wright-ruled-out&blog_id=8768 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Dayton-not-built-for-big-wins-FIUs-Wright-ruled-out&blog_id=8768 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 07:19:36 PST Blog It appears we are getting some extra value with this total with Duquesne and Western Michigan off two low scoring, grind-it-out affairs against slow paced teams. The Dukes beat Penn State 66-59 in what was a shooting fiasco for both sides. The Broncos were involved in a similar affair, a 54-43 win over offensively challenged Southern Illinois. But I expect both squads to return to their normal roots of pushing the tempo and playing games over 70 possessions. Just in terms of comparable foes, http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Duquesne-Dukes-at-Western-Michigan-Broncos&blog_id=8767 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Duquesne-Dukes-at-Western-Michigan-Broncos&blog_id=8767 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 07:06:24 PST Andrew Lange Blog Article from the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review on the future of smartphone gambling. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-future-of-smartphone-gambling-nears&blog_id=8766 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-future-of-smartphone-gambling-nears&blog_id=8766 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:06:22 PST Blog Miami may get a boost on Saturday with reports indicating that center Reggie Johnson could make his 2011-12 debut after undergoing knee surgery during the offseason. Johnson averaged 11.9 ppg and 9.6 rpg last year. His return should have a big impact considering the Hurricanes hit only 42.7% of their two-point shots (288th http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Odds:-Miami-center-Johnson-could-return-vs-FAU&blog_id=8765 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Odds:-Miami-center-Johnson-could-return-vs-FAU&blog_id=8765 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:56:47 PST Blog Mississippi State was without two starters last time out against Florida Atlantic (75-68 non-covering win), with guard Brian Bryant suspended and forward Arnett Moultrie sitting because of knee tendinitis. Moultrie, a transfer from UTEP, has without question been the teams MVP thus far (17.1 ppg, 11.2 rpg, 54.7% FGs). Without http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Mississippi-States-Moultrie-questionable-vs-Detroit&blog_id=8764 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Mississippi-States-Moultrie-questionable-vs-Detroit&blog_id=8764 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:35:34 PST Blog NC Greensboros Mike Dement resigned on Tuesday and 28-year-old assistant Wes Miller was named interim head coach. The Spartans are 2-8 on the season with their lone DI win coming against 0-10 Towson. Miller, who played for North Carolina as recently as 2005, is currently the youngest active DI head coach in the country. East Carolina comes to town tonight as the far superior team but the Pirates are http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-East-Carolina-travels-to-NC-Greensboro&blog_id=8763 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-East-Carolina-travels-to-NC-Greensboro&blog_id=8763 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:11:22 PST Blog Erin Rynnings Betting Take: The upstart Ragin Cajuns seek to deliver the goods for the Sun Belt Conference once again as the conference has now won four of the last five New Orleans Bowls. The excitement level will definitely be there for ULL with at least 18,500 tickets swooped up by its fan base. Meanwhile, San Diego http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Orleans-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Louisiana-Lafayette-vs-San-Diego-State&blog_id=8762 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Orleans-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Louisiana-Lafayette-vs-San-Diego-State&blog_id=8762 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:58:10 PST Erin Rynning Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Brent took a look at tonights college basketball card as well as some marquee matchups for Saturday. Rob and Erin split the NFL card. Todays segments Brent Crow - College Basketball Friday and Saturday http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-16-2011-with-Brent-Crow-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8761 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-16-2011-with-Brent-Crow-Rob-Veno-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8761 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:23:06 PST Blog Are you willing to step in front the Denver Broncos and Tim Tebow? The betting markets sure are. New England money has been pouring in all week with the game bet up from -4.5 to -7 (-115). CRIS and 5Dimes currently show -7.5. CRIS line history below. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-New-England-now-a-touchdown-favorite-over-Denver&blog_id=8760 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-New-England-now-a-touchdown-favorite-over-Denver&blog_id=8760 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 07:18:36 PST Blog Forget lack of motivation, San Diego State has bigger fish to fry like finding enough healthy bodies. The Aztecs were forced to cut Thursdays New Orleans Bowl practice short due to injuries. According to head coach Rocky Long, half of his starters will be playing with some sort of ailment. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting:-San-Diego-State-banged-up-cuts-practice-short&blog_id=8759 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting:-San-Diego-State-banged-up-cuts-practice-short&blog_id=8759 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:32:47 PST Blog Regular Fairway Followers that read my weekly articles and Inside the Numbers blog know I review and recap statistics, rushing results and offensive performances, along with ATS numbers. Included is information on how home underdogs fare. This season, home underdogs are 22-42 SU and 32-31-1 ATS hardly profit-producing results. But with the arrival of Week 15 through Week 17, we enter the three most profitable weeks of the NFL season for home underdogs. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-Late-season-home-underdogs&blog_id=8758 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-Late-season-home-underdogs&blog_id=8758 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:21:35 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Injury update for the Miami Dolphins as they play host to Buffalo Sunday. Quarterback Matt Moore suffered a mild concussion in last weeks loss to the Eagles but practiced yesterday and is currently listed as probable. If Moore is unable to go, JP Losman will start. Offensive tackle Jake Long (back) was injured seven http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Miamis-Moore-and-Long-probable;-Bowles-named-interim-HC&blog_id=8757 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Miamis-Moore-and-Long-probable;-Bowles-named-interim-HC&blog_id=8757 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:07:21 PST Blog Here is a link to Erin Rynnings recent ESPN Behind the Bets Podcast. Host Chad Millman talks with ER about the upcoming NBA season and Sundays Broncos-Patriots matchup. You can listen to Erins NBA Podcast Betting Previews at the Sportsmemo Podcast Homepage. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynning-guests-on-ESPNs-Behind-the-Bets-Podcast-12/15&blog_id=8756 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynning-guests-on-ESPNs-Behind-the-Bets-Podcast-12/15&blog_id=8756 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:11:41 PST Blog After averaging a league-worst 91.9 ppg, the Milwaukee Bucks are making preseason promises that the tempo of their offense will be much faster. More than 60% of Milwaukees games went under the total last year. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Milwaukee-Bucks-claim-offense-will-be-more-up-tempo&blog_id=8755 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Milwaukee-Bucks-claim-offense-will-be-more-up-tempo&blog_id=8755 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:04:51 PST Blog After back-to-back losses, Gonzaga tries to get back on track tonight against Oral Roberts. Zags head coach Mark Few though has a few concerns, mostly notably ORUs experience and some of his young guys taking finals for the first time. Gonzaga also plays Arizona in Seattle on Saturday afternoon. According to ORUs website, students wrapped up finals back on December 9. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Gonzaga-in-a-tough-spot-against-Oral-Roberts&blog_id=8754 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Gonzaga-in-a-tough-spot-against-Oral-Roberts&blog_id=8754 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:57:06 PST Blog Poker players are familiar with the name Doyle Brunson, a legend known as Texas Dolly and the Godfather of Poker. On December 14, Sportsmemos Fairway Jay was in attendance at the Palms Casino and talked with Doyle, Epic Poker League Commissioner Annie Duke and other poker pros and media members as Brunson was given the first ever Lifetime Membership to the EPL. Brunson was appreciative of the honor a nod to the struggles players have endured to make poker the game it is today. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemos-Fairway-Jay-attends-Doyle-Brunson-Epic-Poker-League-ceremony&blog_id=8753 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemos-Fairway-Jay-attends-Doyle-Brunson-Epic-Poker-League-ceremony&blog_id=8753 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:09:30 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The top Week 14 offensive performances in victory included the Giants (510 yards, 6.6 yards per play), Saints (437, 5.8), Patriots (431, 7.4), Steelers (416, 7.7), Texans (412, 5.4) and Packers (391, 6.5). Poor offensive performances in defeat included the Colts (165, 2.9), Dolphins (204, 3.2), Chiefs (221, 3.8), 49ers (233/3.7), Bears (245, 4.0), Bucs (280, 4.7), Bills (281, 4.8). Teams that rushed for 150 or more yards went 2-4 SU and 4-1-1 ATS. Teams that rush for at least 150 yards and outrush http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-Offensive-performances-and-run-game-success-Week-14&blog_id=8752 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-Offensive-performances-and-run-game-success-Week-14&blog_id=8752 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:56:16 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Erin Rynning continues his NBA podcast betting previews. Todays segment covered the Central Division. You can listen right here. For ERs take on the Atlantic and Southeast Divisions, click here. ER has without question been the best NBA handicapper in the business producing six straight profitable seasons. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Central-Division&blog_id=8751 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Podcast-Betting-Preview:-Central-Division&blog_id=8751 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:16:30 PST Erin Rynning Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Teddy Covers and Erin Rynning. Teddy continued his college football bowl discussion while Erin broke down the NBA Central Division as a part of his ongoing NBA Preview. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-15-2011-with-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8750 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-15-2011-with-Teddy-Covers-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8750 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:12:01 PST Blog SPECIAL OFFER: College Basketball Full Season Discount http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=SPECIAL-OFFER:-College-Basketball-Full-Season-Discount&blog_id=8749 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=SPECIAL-OFFER:-College-Basketball-Full-Season-Discount&blog_id=8749 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:20:40 PST Blog Update on who is going to take over the operations of the financially struggling Las Vegas Hilton which will be changing its name to LVH (Las Vegas Hotel & Casino) starting in 2012. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gaming-Commission-to-decide-fate-of-Las-Vegas-Hilton&blog_id=8748 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Gaming-Commission-to-decide-fate-of-Las-Vegas-Hilton&blog_id=8748 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:28:15 PST Blog This was the title of an article from back on December 8: A&M interim coach Tim DeRuyter focused on bowl game amid turmoil. This was the title of an article from late last night: Aggies DeRuyter new Fresno State head coach. It would be even funnier had DeRuyter contacted Texas A&M players from head_coach_DeRuyter@fresnostate.edu. No, unlike Pitts Todd Graham, DeRuyter is going to finish the job and coach the Aggies in the upcoming Car Car Bowl against Northwestern. That being said, we would imagine most of his time and efforts will be pointed towards recruiting for Fresno rather than preparing A&M. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Update:-AMs-DeRuyter-takes-Fresno-gig-will-coach-bowl&blog_id=8747 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Update:-AMs-DeRuyter-takes-Fresno-gig-will-coach-bowl&blog_id=8747 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:18:02 PST Blog The NBA Preseason kicks off on Friday with five games on the slate. Pinnacle was kind enough to post lines on the games dont get excited, the limits are currently $250. We would expect the rest of the offshore world and Las Vegas will join the party shortly. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Preseason-starts-on-Friday;-Pinnacle-posts-betting-lines&blog_id=8746 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Preseason-starts-on-Friday;-Pinnacle-posts-betting-lines&blog_id=8746 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:54:17 PST Blog Teddy Covers Betting Take: The MAC, as a conference, has been a disaster area in recent bowl seasons, with a money-burning 5-15-1 ATS mark over the last five years. Ohio, in particular, has been a solid contributor to that losing record, with an 0-3 SU/ATS run in bowls under head coach Frank Solich, including a 48-21 wipeout at the hands of Troy last year and a 21-17 loss to Marshall the previous season. Its surely worth http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Idaho-Potato-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Utah-State-Aggies-vs-Ohio-Bobcats&blog_id=8745 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Idaho-Potato-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Utah-State-Aggies-vs-Ohio-Bobcats&blog_id=8745 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:37:17 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Despite a solid performance by rookie Jake Locker last week outside of the last play of the game the Tennessee Titans plan on starting Matt Hasselbeck (if healthy) against Indianapolis this Sunday. Locker replaced Hasselbeck (calf) early in last weeks game against the Saints and finished with 282 yards passing and a touchdown. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Titans-will-start-Hasselbeck-if-healthy&blog_id=8744 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Titans-will-start-Hasselbeck-if-healthy&blog_id=8744 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:25:33 PST Blog Maybe Dave Wannstedt wasnt that bad. At least he was loyal...and didnt get arrested. Pitt will be looking for yet another head coach after Todd Graham bailed to Arizona State after just one season. Apparently if you go 6-6 in the Big East, you are a wanted man. The move puts the Panthers in a difficult spot for the Compass Bowl (Jan. 7) with Graham gone and three assistants leaving to join Rich Rodriguezs staff at Arizona. When news of Grahams decision broke, bettors were quick to jump on SMU. Pitt opened -5.5 but are now down to -3 at some offshore shops. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Pitts-Graham-and-three-assistants-take-new-jobs&blog_id=8743 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Pitts-Graham-and-three-assistants-take-new-jobs&blog_id=8743 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:56:25 PST Blog Rob Venos Betting Take: The excitement level should be sky high for both of these squads. For the Owls, its an opportunity to be nationally showcased on ESPN after being snubbed last year despite an 8-4 record. This is a favorable postseason destination for Wyoming after beating Fresno State as a 10-point underdog in the 2009 New Mexico Bowl. The site may lend a slight edge to the Cowboys which http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Mexico-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Temple-Owls-vs-Wyoming-Cowboys&blog_id=8742 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Mexico-Bowl-Betting-Preview:-Temple-Owls-vs-Wyoming-Cowboys&blog_id=8742 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:36:42 PST Rob Veno Blog Last week I posted a blog with the 14 teams that were undefeated. Five of those squads lost in what was the most exciting week of basketball action to date. Now nine teams remain perfect and here are some news and notes as they move forward this week. We cashed a winner with Indiana (+6.5) as they remained undefeated after knocking off formerly unbeaten Kentucky last Saturday in a thrilling, buzzer beater finish. We also cashed with Marshall (+15.5) and Florida (+7) in their http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Nine-teams-remain-undefeated&blog_id=8741 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Nine-teams-remain-undefeated&blog_id=8741 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:35:57 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Rob Veno. Brent broke down the college basketball card while Rob Veno talked college football bowl games. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-14-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=8740 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sports-Betting-Podcast-12-14-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=8740 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:36:05 PST Blog Last week, Auburn defensive coordinator Ted Roof left for Central Florida. Today it was announced that offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn accepted an offer to become the head coach at Arkansas State. No word on whether or not Malzahn will stick around (unlikely) for the Chick-fil-A Bowl against Virginia on January 1. That means Auburn may be down both coordinators and running back Michael Dyer who was suspended. Arkansas State plays Northern Illinois in the GoDaddy.com Bowl on January 8. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Auburn-staff-gutted-as-Malzahn-leaves-for-Arkansas-State&blog_id=8739 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Auburn-staff-gutted-as-Malzahn-leaves-for-Arkansas-State&blog_id=8739 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 07:27:19 PST Blog UNLV (9-2) is a legitimate top-25 team with veterans and talented additions that play well together. First-year coach Dave Rice put the Rebels through a pair of spirited practices this week following their sluggish 62-51 loss at Wisconsin last Saturday. He acknowledged that the teams energy and execution was poor and the slow start was not acceptable. The Runnin Rebels prefer to push the pace and will likely be able to dictate tempo and come out with fire tonight. UTEP (2-4) head coach http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-UTEP-Miners-at-UNLV-Rebels&blog_id=8738 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-UTEP-Miners-at-UNLV-Rebels&blog_id=8738 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:54:00 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog It doesnt look like New Jersey residents will be able to log onto TonySopranoSportsBets.com (we made that up) and place sports wagers from the comforts of their homes. Basically it came down to this: Those pushing for sports betting wanted to cash in on brick-and-mortar AND online sportsbooks. But with plenty http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-lawmakers-willing-to-pass-on-online-sports-betting&blog_id=8737 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-lawmakers-willing-to-pass-on-online-sports-betting&blog_id=8737 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:41:32 PST Blog Interesting notes from UCLAs 77-73 win over Pennsylvania on Saturday. Ben Howland begrudgingly had the Bruins back to playing zone defense something they used last year. The move was Howland all but saying he doesnt have enough athletes to play man-to-man which is odd considering his last opponent was non-scholarship Penn. The problem with playing zone is while it can http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UCLAs-Howland-waves-white-flag-switches-to-zone&blog_id=8736 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting:-UCLAs-Howland-waves-white-flag-switches-to-zone&blog_id=8736 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:11:46 PST Blog Tennessee head coach Cuonzo Martin has defense on the brain as the Vols try to avoid a fourth straight loss tonight at Charleston. Martin even hinted of some lineup changes in order to get things turned around. Wont be easy against a tough opponent with a strong home court. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Handicapping:-Tennessee-searches-for-defensive-answers&blog_id=8735 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Handicapping:-Tennessee-searches-for-defensive-answers&blog_id=8735 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:50:30 PST Blog PAC-12 - I normally discuss the top teams in the conference and work my way down but there are no top teams in the PAC-12 this year. I think some have the potential to be good, but based on what Ive seen, not much separates No. 1-No. 8. Record-wise, Stanford is on top at 8-1. The Cardinal have two solid wins over Oklahoma State and NC State and lost to Syracuse by only six. Their non-sexy style http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-PAC-12-Conference&blog_id=8734 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-PAC-12-Conference&blog_id=8734 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:28:08 PST Andrew Lange Blog According to reports, Kansas City interim head coach Romeo Crennel may turn to rookie quarterback Ricky Stanzi for Sundays game against Green Bay. Tyler Palkos 59.8 QB Rating and seven interceptions in four games was apparently not cutting it. There is also a chance Kyle Orton could see action. Nothing like going to war against the best team in the league with the dynamic trio of Palko-Stanzi-Orton. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Kansas-City-Chiefs-may-give-Ricky-Stanzi-starting-nod&blog_id=8733 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Kansas-City-Chiefs-may-give-Ricky-Stanzi-starting-nod&blog_id=8733 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:44:11 PST Blog Las Vegas oddsmakers discuss last weeks NFL results. Luckys had a prop bet on whether or not the Packers would go undefeated. After Sundays win, they decided to take it down with the last available price -140 on yes. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-oddsmakers-recap-NFL-Week-14&blog_id=8732 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-oddsmakers-recap-NFL-Week-14&blog_id=8732 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:27:35 PST Blog Mitt Romney trying to make bets with Rick Perry on national TV? Geesh. Stay hot man. Hey Mitt, got an opinion on tonights Drexel-Niagara game? http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-weighs-in-on-Romneys-$10K-bet-with-Perry&blog_id=8731 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Las-Vegas-weighs-in-on-Romneys-$10K-bet-with-Perry&blog_id=8731 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:10:07 PST Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Erin Rynning is gearing up for the NBA season with the first of many podcast betting previews. Todays segment covered the Atlantic and Southeast Divisions. You can listen right here. ER has without question been the best NBA handicapper in the business producing six straight profitable seasons. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Betting-Podcast:-Atlantic-and-Southeast-Divisions&blog_id=8730 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Erin-Rynnings-NBA-Betting-Podcast:-Atlantic-and-Southeast-Divisions&blog_id=8730 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:48:42 PST Erin Rynning Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Erin Rynning. Brent broke down the college basketball card while Erin Rynning kicked on his NBA Preview with analysis on the Atlantic and Southeast Divisions. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-13-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8729 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-13-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8729 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:32:12 PST Blog This price is getting a little too rich for the type of game I expect in Minneapolis tonight. Since the injury to Trevor Mbakwe, Minnesota has slowed down its pace and produced four straight ugly wins in which the Gophers did a number on the opposition defensively. Last time out, they held bottom feeder St. Peters to 47 points in a 22-point win. Impressive, but it is tough to consistently cover http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Central-Michigan-at-Minnesota&blog_id=8728 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Central-Michigan-at-Minnesota&blog_id=8728 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:37:02 PST Andrew Lange Blog All aboard the UL-Lafayette bandwagon! If you want a ticket the New Orleans Bowl you had been hop on Craigslist because these things are HOT! ULL received an initial allotment of 6,000 tickets. After those sold, they got 6,000 more. Too bad that wasnt enough as 6,000 more were sold and only 500 remain. Last season, the Ragin Cajuns went 3-9 and averaged about 17,000 fans per game. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-UL-Lafayette-gets-true-home-field-thanks-to-ticket-sales&blog_id=8727 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-UL-Lafayette-gets-true-home-field-thanks-to-ticket-sales&blog_id=8727 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:15:40 PST Blog Week 14 NFL favorites went 11-5 SU and 6-9-1 against the spread (I graded the Broncos a push -3). For the season, betting favorites are 98-102-8 ATS. Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (48%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. Six division games in Week 14 and division underdogs went 2-4 SU and 4-2 ATS. Home underdogs went 2-3 SU and 3-2 ATS, and for the season home underdogs are 22-42 SU and 32-31-1 ATS http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-14&blog_id=8726 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-14&blog_id=8726 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:54:40 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog SEC - I wrote yesterday about Kentuckys strong under trend. You can read it here. Last year, playing Florida over the total was one of the more frustrating bets on the board. Billy Donovan had his hand in every play and the Gators averaged about 65 possessions per game. This year has been completely different. Florida has already played seven games with 70 or more possessions whereas last season http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-SEC&blog_id=8725 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-SEC&blog_id=8725 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:48:39 PST Andrew Lange Blog This one is interesting. A gentleman recently won a $57 million slot machine jackpot but casino operators say it was the product of a software error and refuse to pay out. The glitch is that only four of the five slots matched, yet all of the bells and whistles went off as if the gambler hit all five. Not surprising, the man is putting together a massive lawsuit. The casino is standing firm though offered him $100 and a free meal for his troubles. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Casino-says-software-error-caused-$57-million-slot-machine-jackpot&blog_id=8724 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Casino-says-software-error-caused-$57-million-slot-machine-jackpot&blog_id=8724 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:58:49 PST Blog Dating back to last season, Kentucky has been one of the strongest under teams in the country and yet for whatever reason, oddsmakers continue to post their totals 4-6 points higher than where they should be and the betting markets add to it with heavy action on the over in a majority of their games. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-Kentucky-continues-its-run-of-UNDERS&blog_id=8723 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-Kentucky-continues-its-run-of-UNDERS&blog_id=8723 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:12:27 PST Andrew Lange Blog Big XII - Bill Self was worried about KUs offense but the Jayhawks just ripped off 77 vs. Florida Atlantic, 70 in a 65-possession game vs. South Florida, 88 vs. Long Beach and 78 vs. Ohio State. Make no mistake, Kansas isnt go to score 75+ every night, but I think theyll have a much easier time scoring against the Big XII than what was originally projected after a few so-so performances in Maui. Dont get too high on Missouri -- the Tigers are once against coasting through the non-conference. But even with a host of talent, the Tigers always seem to underachieve when the heat http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-Big-XII-Conference&blog_id=8722 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-Big-XII-Conference&blog_id=8722 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:01:19 PST Andrew Lange Blog Looks like Sam Bradford is going to give it a go tonight against Seattle. Local reports say Bradford will start and Kellen Clemens will serve as back-up. The news gave some bettors enough reason to support the Rams as the line crept down from -10.5/-10 to -9.5. The totals was also bet up from 37 to 38. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Alert:-St-Louis-Bradford-slated-to-start-vs-Seattle&blog_id=8721 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Alert:-St-Louis-Bradford-slated-to-start-vs-Seattle&blog_id=8721 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:08:34 PST Blog Update on the current coaching situation for UCLA at it prepares for its bowl game against Illinois on December 31. The Bruins hired Jim Mora Jr. who expects to meet the team today. Mike Johnson was named the interim coach though is currently being courted for the Akron job. Jim Mastro, the run-game coordinator, just accepted a job at Washington State. Johnson was actually fired by Mora during his stay with http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-UCLA-adjusts-to-uncertain-coaching-situation&blog_id=8720 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-UCLA-adjusts-to-uncertain-coaching-situation&blog_id=8720 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:51:01 PST Blog Looks like there is a chance Cincinnati quarterback Zach Collaros will play in the Liberty Bowl against Vanderbilt. Collaros broke his ankle back in mid-November but may start to practice this week. Collaros replacement, Munchie Legaux, was performed adequately the final three games of the season but wasnt much of a passer (108.9 QB rating). We would imagine Collaros would be given every cha http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Cincinnatis-Collaros-may-return-for-Liberty-Bowl&blog_id=8719 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Cincinnatis-Collaros-may-return-for-Liberty-Bowl&blog_id=8719 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:40:46 PST Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicapper Teddy Covers and host Andrew Lange. Teddy continued his college football bowl game analysis. You can go back and listen to his college football bowl segment from last week right here. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-12-2011-with-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8718 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-12-2011-with-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8718 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:22:23 PST Blog Big Ten - Even with the loss at Kansas (no Sullinger), Ohio State is unquestionably the class of the league. The one thing I dont like Wisconsin is its current offensive blueprint. In terms of point distribution, 41.4% of their points come from beyond the three-point line while only 11.9% of their points come from the charity stripe. That ratio was 36.1%/18.9% last year. Now on the flip side, Wisconsin defends http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-Big-Ten-Conference&blog_id=8717 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Breaking-down-the-Big-Ten-Conference&blog_id=8717 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:18:17 PST Andrew Lange Blog ACC - Duke and North Carolina are clearly established as the leagues elite while Boston College may not win a conference game. The rest of the league though looks to be a toss up with everyone showing a lot more weakness than strength. Virginia, Virginia Tech and Florida State are off to decent starts in part because of their commitment to defend. Offensively though, there are going to be plenty of nights where all three teams struggle to score 60. But that seems to be the norm in the ACC this year. Miami, Georgia Tech and Clemson are all below average offensively. Outside of http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-ACC-looks-way-down-outside-of-Duke-and-UNC&blog_id=8716 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-ACC-looks-way-down-outside-of-Duke-and-UNC&blog_id=8716 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:35:03 PST Andrew Lange Blog Welcome to Teddys unique look at the NFL. Teddy watches games all day on Sunday, typing furiously on his laptop while giving you the key info that the box scores and game recaps dont necessarily have. This week: AFC News and Notes from Week 14. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-14-AFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8715 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-14-AFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8715 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:00:54 PST Ted Sevransky Blog An ESPN Class waiting to happen. Mathematically, the Seahawks (5-7) still have a shot at the postseason after winning three of their last four. St. Louis has been mathematically eliminate since October according to the one article, the Rams had no shot in 2011-12 because of the lockout and the limited amount of time to learn OC Josh McDaniels system. Still no official word on who will be under http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Rams-Bradford-practices-could-play-vs-Seahawks&blog_id=8714 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Rams-Bradford-practices-could-play-vs-Seahawks&blog_id=8714 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:04:44 PST Blog Indys stop unit is as bad as it gets at the NFL level right now. The Colts have already fired their defensive coordinator. They rank dead last in the NFL in interceptions, notching only five picks for the entire season. They rank 27th in recovered fumbles, with only five in 2011. To say that the entire defense has been http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Indianapolis-Colts-at-Baltimore-Ravens&blog_id=8713 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Indianapolis-Colts-at-Baltimore-Ravens&blog_id=8713 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 07:18:42 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Michael Vick returns following a three week absence due to bruised and broken ribs. Or was it a bruised ego? Eagles still have the leagues No. 3 offense at 412 ypg and No. 2 rushing attack averaging 157 ypg and a league best 5.5 ypr thanks to RB LeSean McCoy (1,134 rushing yards). So why just four wins? Start with a -13 net turnover differential, sub-par defense with inexperienced linebackers, http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Preview:-Philadelphia-Eagles-at-Miami-Dolphins&blog_id=8712 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Preview:-Philadelphia-Eagles-at-Miami-Dolphins&blog_id=8712 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 07:12:16 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Over the first half of the season, the Titans had the leagues worst rushing offense averaging less that 70 ypg. Surprising considering running back Chris Johnson was in the backfield. But in three of the past four games we have seen a return to the ground game with 187, 202 and 172 rushing yards. No coincidence that Tennessee has gone 3-0 SU/ATS in those games. The Saints allow 4.9 ypr, so the chance for more running game success is there. But New Orleans features the other league MVP in http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping-Preview:-New-Orleans-Saints-at-Tennessee-Titans&blog_id=8711 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping-Preview:-New-Orleans-Saints-at-Tennessee-Titans&blog_id=8711 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 07:05:40 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog What a crazy and terrific run for Tim Tebow and the Broncos. Led by a destructive defense and super surging running game that leads the league at 159 ypg, the Broncos are winning just the way I often describe success in the NFL; strong running game a solid run defense. Now on a 6-1 SU/ATS run with five straight wins as underdogs and five road wins under Tebow, the Broncos find themselves tied for first place in http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Chicago-Bears-at-Denver-Broncos&blog_id=8710 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Chicago-Bears-at-Denver-Broncos&blog_id=8710 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 07:01:45 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Big battle in Big D Sunday Night with first place in the NFC East on the line. Dallas (7-5) really blew it at Arizona last week, losing in overtime after shutting down the Cardinals in the first half. But they remain in first place as the Giants (6-6) have lost four straight games while playing the toughest schedule in the league the second half of the season. These two teams will meet in the last week of the regular season as well, but this looks like a strong bounce back situation for the sometimes clueless Cowboys. Dallas http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sunday-Night-NFL-Betting-Preview:-New-York-Giants-at-Dallas-Cowboys&blog_id=8709 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sunday-Night-NFL-Betting-Preview:-New-York-Giants-at-Dallas-Cowboys&blog_id=8709 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 06:56:39 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Something smells and I think its the cheese. The perfect Packers (12-0) continue to prosper and profit (8-4 ATS) despite being a public favorite every week. Thats what happens when you have the league MVP pulling the trigger and turning in one of the greatest seasons in NFL history. It doesnt hurt to be +16 in turnovers; the leagues best TO margin. Rogers has thrown for over 3,800 yards with 37 TDs and just 5 INTs. Thanks to those gaudy numbers, the Packers have been able to overcome a suspect running http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping-Preview:-Oakland-Raiders-at-Green-Bay-Packers&blog_id=8708 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping-Preview:-Oakland-Raiders-at-Green-Bay-Packers&blog_id=8708 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:52:36 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The Falcons have let us down the past two weeks, but well try to answer with them again this week. The Falcons should be plenty focused following a road loss last week and are currently tied for the NFCs final playoff spot. Atlanta ran the ball 35 times for 166 yards in the first meeting with the Panthers, and you know what that means. A 31-17 SU/ATS win could be duplicated with another big ground game against a punchless Panthers defense that allows 132 rushing ypg and 4.6 ypr. Add in the leagues worst http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Preview:-Atlanta-Falcons-at-Carolina-Panthers&blog_id=8707 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Preview:-Atlanta-Falcons-at-Carolina-Panthers&blog_id=8707 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:41:50 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Sportsmemo Handicapper Erin Rynning contributed some thoughts and opinions on a couple of NFL totals for Week 14. Houston Texans at Cincinnati Bengals -- UNDER 38 The transformation of the Texans is that they are all about the defense and running game. Unfortunately, theyve lost Matt Schaub and rookie http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Erin-Rynning-analyzes-NFL-Week-14-totals&blog_id=8706 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Erin-Rynning-analyzes-NFL-Week-14-totals&blog_id=8706 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:21:16 PST Erin Rynning Blog The Chiefs ambushed the Bears last week in a 10-3 road win. But Chicago was without Jay Cutler and Matt Forte was injured in the first half. Kansas City only gained 252 yards on 3.6 yards per play. That was enough as KCs average defense dominated a weakened Bears offense and held them to 181 yards and 3.3 yards per play. The Jets (7-5) remain in the playoff picture and I expect them to control the game up front with pressure and pound pathetic quarterback Tyler Palko with his noodle http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Kansas-City-Chiefs-at-New-York-Jets&blog_id=8705 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Kansas-City-Chiefs-at-New-York-Jets&blog_id=8705 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:15:14 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The Bengals (7-5) have fallen off the pace in the AFC North but are in a four-way tie for the final wild card spot. Despite a number of key injuries, the Texans (9-3) lead the AFC Sorth and are still in the running for a top-2 seed and first round bye. Houston wins and covers the way we discuss; by controlling the ball, clock and line of scrimmage on both sides. A top-notch ground game runs for 152 ypg to rank third in the NFL and the Texans defense is first in total yards allowed at just 274 ypg. Both the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Houston-Texas-at-Cincinnati-Bengals&blog_id=8704 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Preview:-Houston-Texas-at-Cincinnati-Bengals&blog_id=8704 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:09:00 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Minnesota quarterback Christian Ponder was able to practice today but is still questionable for Sundays game at Detroit. Back-up Joe Webb took most of the first-team snaps this week. Running back Adrian Peterson was also limited in practice due to a high ankle sprain. According to Sports Options, Peterson is doubtful. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Minnesota-QB-Ponder-still-questionable-vs-Detroit&blog_id=8703 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Minnesota-QB-Ponder-still-questionable-vs-Detroit&blog_id=8703 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:12:45 PST Blog It is bad enough trying to handicap a team in the postseason that just fired its head coach but Texas A&M is in a league of its own. A&M decided to part ways with head coach Mike Sherman yesterday. It wasnt so much that they fired Sherman but instead how it went down. Sherman was on a recruiting visit when AD Bill Byrne called to break the news. According to Sherman, there was no indication he would be http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Ugly-divorce-between-Texas-AM-and-Mike-Sherman&blog_id=8702 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Ugly-divorce-between-Texas-AM-and-Mike-Sherman&blog_id=8702 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:02:03 PST Blog Taking a look at the motivational factors for each matchup this college football bowl season. In most cases, the chance to play another game is all these kids and coaches need, but every postseason we see plenty of teams fail to show up. Temple vs. Wyoming - Both sides should be excited http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-College-Football-Bowl-Games:-A-look-at-motivation&blog_id=8701 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapping-College-Football-Bowl-Games:-A-look-at-motivation&blog_id=8701 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:40:20 PST Andrew Lange Blog Philadelphia quarterback Michael Vick is listed a probable for Sundays game at Miami. Vick had been out for three weeks with broken ribs. The Eagles are also expected to get back Jeremy Maclin, who also missed the past three games. Cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie is questionable with an ankle injury. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-News:-Philadelphias-Vick-probable-against-Miami&blog_id=8700 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-News:-Philadelphias-Vick-probable-against-Miami&blog_id=8700 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:29:59 PST Blog Fridays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow, Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Brent took a look at tonights college basketball card as well as some marquee matchups for Saturday. Rob and Erin split the NFL card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-9-2011-with-Crow-Veno-and-Rynning&blog_id=8699 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-9-2011-with-Crow-Veno-and-Rynning&blog_id=8699 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:09:24 PST Blog A New Jersey state Assembly approved the sports betting proposal...one more hoop in what expects to be many. Voters voted in favor of the measure by a 2-to-1 margin last month. Still need to get past that pesky federal ban though. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-takes-another-step-towards-legalized-sports-betting&blog_id=8698 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-takes-another-step-towards-legalized-sports-betting&blog_id=8698 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:39:27 PST Blog More coaching shakeups with Toledos Tim Beckman headed to Illinois. Offensive coordinator Matt Campbell is expected to serve as interim (and potentially new head coach) for Toledos bowl matchup against Air Force. Of course there were mixed opinions on Beckmans departure as well as his new gig. No word on what role Beckman will have for Illinois bowl game against UCLA. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Notes:-Toledos-Beckman-headed-to-Illinois&blog_id=8697 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Notes:-Toledos-Beckman-headed-to-Illinois&blog_id=8697 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:31:30 PST Blog In the midst of a six-game losing streak, in which theyve averaged 17.5 ppg and allowed 30.6 ppg, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will simplify both their offensive and defensive gameplans for Sundays matchup against Jacksonville. The team is optimistic quarterback Josh Freeman will play after missing last week with a shoulder injury. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Tampa-gets-back-to-the-basics-with-offense-and-defense&blog_id=8696 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Tampa-gets-back-to-the-basics-with-offense-and-defense&blog_id=8696 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:13:57 PST Blog Last week I called out Tulanes suspect 9-0 start and was able to cash an outright underdog ticket with Wofford on its home court. Im going to use the same theory tonight with Wyoming. Like Tulane, the Cowboys have been playing low-level competition (340th SOS non-conference) in the comforts of home and building confidence. Nothing wrong with that, especially for a program in need of a facelift, but we got a sneak peak of what we can expect to happen more frequently http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Wyoming-Cowboys-at-Colorado-Buffaloes&blog_id=8695 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Wyoming-Cowboys-at-Colorado-Buffaloes&blog_id=8695 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 06:47:37 PST Andrew Lange Blog Here are some early NBA season over/under win numbers we found at sportsbook.com. These will assuredly differ from whoever gets the ball rolling offshore or in Las Vegas. Asking the Timberwolves to win one out of every four games to get over 15.5 doesnt seem all that daunting then you realize they won only 20% of their games last season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=2011-12-NBA-Season-Over/Under-Wins-from-Sportsbookcom&blog_id=8694 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=2011-12-NBA-Season-Over/Under-Wins-from-Sportsbookcom&blog_id=8694 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 06:11:34 PST Blog Ward is 10 catches shy of 1,000 for his career and they have been working to get him the ball with four and five catches the last two games. If the Steelers are running the no-huddle and Big Ben is calling the plays this should help as well. Finally, Joe Haden is expected to cover Mike Wallace the bulk of the game. Good Luck! http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Thursday-Night-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Cleveland-Browns-at-Pittsburgh-Steelers&blog_id=8693 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Thursday-Night-Prop-Bet-Pick:-Cleveland-Browns-at-Pittsburgh-Steelers&blog_id=8693 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:16:47 PST Erin Rynning Blog Straight up and against the spread results for college football teams participating in this years postseason. Note that the spread records could vary depending on what lines you go by. Also note some results involve two and sometimes three different coaching staffs. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Bowl-Game-Betting-Results-Last-Five-Years&blog_id=8692 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Bowl-Game-Betting-Results-Last-Five-Years&blog_id=8692 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:06:14 PST Blog Auburn defensive coordinator Ted Roof left to take the same position at Central Florida. Roof was a member of George OLearys staff at Georgia Tech back in the late 90s. As a result, Roof will not coach the Tigers in the upcoming Chick-Fil-A Bowl against Virginia. Stepping in his place will be head coach Gene http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Auburns-Chizik-takes-over-as-defensive-coordinator&blog_id=8691 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Auburns-Chizik-takes-over-as-defensive-coordinator&blog_id=8691 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:19:42 PST Blog Five online gambling companies recently applied for licenses to operate in the state of Nevada. 888 Holdings, Bally Technologies, International Game Technology, Cantor Gaming and South Point are all positioning themselves from the next years proposed legalization of online poker. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Online-gambling-companies-apply-for-licenses-in-Nevada&blog_id=8690 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Online-gambling-companies-apply-for-licenses-in-Nevada&blog_id=8690 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:02:58 PST Blog Were getting to the point where we could post a soccer match-fixing blog every hour on the hour. This one involved a few games from this past summers CONCACAF Gold Cup which one industry insider said received a ridiculous amount of live wagering action. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Asian-soccer-betting-markets-go-bonkers-during-Gold-Cup-live-wagering&blog_id=8689 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Asian-soccer-betting-markets-go-bonkers-during-Gold-Cup-live-wagering&blog_id=8689 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:55:56 PST Blog Thursdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Sammy P and Teddy Covers. Sammy analyzed every game on the NHL card while Teddy took a look at some of Decembers college football bowl games. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-8-2011-with-Sammy-P-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8688 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-8-2011-with-Sammy-P-and-Teddy-Covers&blog_id=8688 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:58:51 PST Blog A quick glance at teams that have trended over and under the total thus far and whether or not it will continue. UNDER TEAMS Virginia (1-5 O/U) - After being lined 123 against TCU and the game landing 114 back in mid-November, UVAs http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-Taking-a-look-at-Over-and-Under-teams&blog_id=8687 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Trends:-Taking-a-look-at-Over-and-Under-teams&blog_id=8687 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:57:54 PST Andrew Lange Blog Its early December and there are 14 college basketball teams that remain undefeated and 11 of those teams are ranked in the top 25. Ive posted some weekly CBB Poll thoughts noting how some voters are fairly clueless about ranking teams. But since were talking about big time college sports (football and basketball) and big money is involved, its not surprising to see some voters not in tune (informed, incompetent) when it comes to watching the games, researching teams and doing their homework http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Fourteen-teams-remain-undefeated&blog_id=8686 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-News:-Fourteen-teams-remain-undefeated&blog_id=8686 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:03:17 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The Pittsburgh Steelers havent been shy about telling the world their gameplan to run the no-huddle offense against Cleveland tonight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-Steelers-will-probably-use-the-no-huddle-tonight-vs-Cleveland&blog_id=8685 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling:-Steelers-will-probably-use-the-no-huddle-tonight-vs-Cleveland&blog_id=8685 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:45:02 PST Blog A French online gambling watchdog group is reportedly looking into Lyons 7-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb yesterday in the Champions League. Here is a link that shows a picture of a Dinamo player winking and giving the thumbs up to a Lyon player after the Lyon player netted his fourth goal of the match. According to Pinnacles line history, the match opened Lyon -116, Dinamo +364, Draw +274 and closed Lyon +120, Dinamo +256, Draw +249. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Lopsided-score-in-Champions-League-sparks-gambling-investigation&blog_id=8684 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Lopsided-score-in-Champions-League-sparks-gambling-investigation&blog_id=8684 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:34:34 PST Blog Injuries have left Oakland void of much playmaking talent. Running back Darren McFadden (foot) has missed the last five games and is currently listed as doubtful. Receiver Jacoby Ford (ankle) has missed three games and is questionable. And Danarius Moore (foot) is also questionable. With the trio out, the Raiders http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Injuries-keep-Oakland-offense-grounded&blog_id=8683 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Injuries-keep-Oakland-offense-grounded&blog_id=8683 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:16:55 PST Blog Toledo (6-1) is much improved this year following back-to-back 4-28 seasons including just one win in the MAC both seasons. As such, they get little notice and as we know the public has a tough time betting on bad teams. However, these are the type of teams that can beat the bookmaker more consistently as perception does not always meet reality. Toledo has an impact freshman point http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Preview:-Temple-Owls-at-Toledo-Rockets&blog_id=8682 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Preview:-Temple-Owls-at-Toledo-Rockets&blog_id=8682 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:20:09 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog We typically dont give a hoot who wins the Heisman but how is Brandon Weeden or Case Keenum not among the finalists? Honey Badger got an invite, thanks in part to being called Honey Badger. Robert Griffin is your prohibited favorite at -950 according to The Greek. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Odds:-Baylors-Griffin-heavy-favorite-to-win-Heisman&blog_id=8681 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Odds:-Baylors-Griffin-heavy-favorite-to-win-Heisman&blog_id=8681 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:02:05 PST Blog Sheldon Adelson, the 78-year-old CEO of the Las Vegas Sands Corp., says that he is morally opposed to online gambling. Adelsons reasoning? Technology isnt sophisticated enough to prevent kids from betting online. This of course is just one mans opinion. That man though happens to be worth over $20 billion and dudes like that tend to have a lot of pull. The rest of the Sands Corp. has yet to offer an official opinion on the matter. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Really-rich-casino-exec-doesnt-like-the-idea-of-online-gambling&blog_id=8680 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Really-rich-casino-exec-doesnt-like-the-idea-of-online-gambling&blog_id=8680 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:26:38 PST Blog Article from the New York Times that breaks down the scheduling configuration for the NBAs 66-game regular season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Teams-will-face-tough-challenges-with-schedule&blog_id=8679 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Teams-will-face-tough-challenges-with-schedule&blog_id=8679 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:23:41 PST Blog The top Week 13 offensive performances in victory included the Packers (449 yards, 5.8 yards per play), Ravens (448, 5.7), Chargers (443, 8.0), Saints (438, 7.2), 49ers (389, 6.2), Broncos (386, 6.9) and Panthers (385, 6.1). Poor offensive performances in defeat included the Rams (157, 3.2), Bears (181, 3.3), Bengals (232, 4.2) and Browns 233, 4.2). Teams that rushed for 150 or more yards went 7-0 SU/ATS. Teams that rush for at least 150 yards and outrush their opponent are covering the point spread 79% of the time, while teams that rush for 175 yards or more are 38-5 SU and 35-7-1 ATS (83%). Being http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Offensive-performances-and-run-game-success-Week-13&blog_id=8678 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Offensive-performances-and-run-game-success-Week-13&blog_id=8678 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:15:45 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog At some point, the betting markets are going to outpace Boise State. Tonights game against Portland opened -12 but was bet up to a rich -15. The Broncos have dominated weaker foes at home like Utah, Northridge, and Idaho State but I think theyll get a stiffer test tonight against the Pilots. Portland defeated Boise 88-79 last year and though the Pilots lost a lot from that team, they should be familiar with what Boise is going to try to accomplish. Portland has played a very tough schedule including http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Portland-Pilots-at-Boise-State-Broncos&blog_id=8677 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Portland-Pilots-at-Boise-State-Broncos&blog_id=8677 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:06:49 PST Andrew Lange Blog Wednesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Brent Crow and Rob Veno with betting analysis on every college basketball game on the card. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-7-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=8676 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-7-2011-with-Brent-Crow-and-Rob-Veno&blog_id=8676 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:49:10 PST Blog No, Weber State didnt lose all-everything Damian Lillard but they lost arguably their next best thing. Senior forward Kyle Bullinger will be out 4-6 weeks with an elbow injury. Bullinger isnt much of an offensive threat but he leads the Wildcats in rebounding (9.0 rpg) and would have certainly helped out tonight in defending BYUs frontline of Noah Hartsock and Brandon Davies. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Weber-State-loses-top-rebounder-best-defender&blog_id=8675 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Weber-State-loses-top-rebounder-best-defender&blog_id=8675 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:38:21 PST Blog Southern Miss (5-2) has managed to survive so far but the lack of depth is something to keep an eye on moving forward. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Injuries-leave-Southern-Miss-short-on-depth&blog_id=8674 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Injuries-leave-Southern-Miss-short-on-depth&blog_id=8674 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:51:09 PST Blog This is funny. Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a bill that would make it a MISDEMEANOR to leave your child in a car while you wander into the casino to play nickle slots. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=It-is-now-illegal-to-leave-your-kid-in-a-car-while-you-gamble&blog_id=8673 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=It-is-now-illegal-to-leave-your-kid-in-a-car-while-you-gamble&blog_id=8673 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:41:32 PST Blog Chart of college football bowl matchups and the Sagarin strength of schedule for each team. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Bowl-Game-Strength-of-Schedule&blog_id=8672 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Bowl-Game-Strength-of-Schedule&blog_id=8672 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:22:24 PST Blog We cashed our top-rated 20* Big Drive Tuesday night; an easy over the total (142) winner as Kansas held off Long Beach State, 88-80. This total was bet up during the day to 145.5 and we were in early on not only the biggest total move of the day, but also the total that landed the furthest from the opening line; 26 points. We also cashed a winner on Long Beach State (+13.5) as part of a 4-1 night. That runs our December college basketball record to 13-2 and an overall season mark above 60%. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay-continues-to-produce-big-college-basketball-profits&blog_id=8671 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay-continues-to-produce-big-college-basketball-profits&blog_id=8671 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:52:32 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Looks like Southern Miss head coach Larry Fedora is headed to North Carolina. Most offshore sportsbooks have yet to post a line on their Hawaii Bowl matchup against Nevada (December 24). In Las Vegas, USM is -6/-6.5 favorite. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Southern-Miss-Fedora-likely-headed-to-North-Carolina&blog_id=8670 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Southern-Miss-Fedora-likely-headed-to-North-Carolina&blog_id=8670 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:31:02 PST Blog Oddsmakers either didnt get the memo that Utah point guard Josh Watkins (17.7 ppg) was suspended or bettors are overreacting to his departure. You be the judge. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Pointspread-News:-Bettors-not-shy-about-fading-Utah-Utes&blog_id=8669 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Pointspread-News:-Bettors-not-shy-about-fading-Utah-Utes&blog_id=8669 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:04:35 PST Blog Update on The Greeks Odds to Win Conference Titles (see chart below). We posted the early odds back on November 3 (note that at the time, odds werent listed for the Big East). Not a ton of movement but based on some of the price adjustments, teams on the rise include: Wake Forest, Ohio State, Northwestern, Purdue, Wisconsin, Texas, California, Stanford, Alabama, and Kentucky. Teams on the decline include: Virginia Tech, Iowa, Michigan State, Minnesota, Texas A&M, Arizona State, Oregon, UCLA (ya think?), USC http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Updated-Odds-to-Win-College-Basketball-Conference-Titles&blog_id=8668 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Updated-Odds-to-Win-College-Basketball-Conference-Titles&blog_id=8668 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:36:53 PST Blog Update on the Hiltons NFL SuperContest. The current leader, who goes by the name Pagermager, is 46-15-4 ATS overall, including a impressive 22-2-1 ATS the last five weeks. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Update-on-the-Hiltons-NFL-SuperContest&blog_id=8667 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Update-on-the-Hiltons-NFL-SuperContest&blog_id=8667 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:00:15 PST Blog Getting you up to speed on the current NFL Playoff scenarios heading into Week 14. Green Bay and San Francisco have clinched their respective divisions. No team in the AFC has secured a postseason berth yet. Pittsburgh (9-3) trails Baltimore (9-3) in the AFC North yet the Steelers can clinch this week while the Ravens cant. New England (9-3) is all but in but needs to beat Washington and have the NY Jets lose to Kansas City. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Playoff-scenarios-heading-into-Week-14&blog_id=8666 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Playoff-scenarios-heading-into-Week-14&blog_id=8666 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:34:13 PST Blog If youve followed the Utah Utes this year, you are already well aware that this is a very bad basketball team. They have yet to record a win over a DI opponent and five of their six losses came by double-digits. Now comes news that leading scorer Josh Watkins (17.7 ppg) has been suspended indefinitely. Watkins accounts for nearly 30% of the Utes scoring and nearly 50% of their assists. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Utah-suspends-only-quality-player&blog_id=8665 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Utah-suspends-only-quality-player&blog_id=8665 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:20:29 PST Blog In the eyes of some, not having Ron Zook on the sidelines is a good thing. But with Illinois offensive coordinator Paul Petrino bailing for Arkansas to coach with his brother, the Illini players may be in charge of themselves by the time Fight Hunger Bowl rolls around on December 31. Defensive coordinator Vic Koenning was named interim head coach but earlier in the week he made no promises he would http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Paul-Petrino-headed-to-Arkansas-Illinois-staff-gutted&blog_id=8664 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Paul-Petrino-headed-to-Arkansas-Illinois-staff-gutted&blog_id=8664 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:10:25 PST Blog Antoine Walker had better start getting in shape because hell need to play a lot of NBDL games to cover the $770K debt he owes to multiple Las Vegas casinos. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Antoine-Walker-ordered-to-pay-back-debt-to-Vegas-casinos&blog_id=8663 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Antoine-Walker-ordered-to-pay-back-debt-to-Vegas-casinos&blog_id=8663 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:59:46 PST Blog More drama in LA as UCLA forward Reeves Nelson was suspended indefinitely earlier today. Nelson, the teams leading scorer and rebounded last year, missed a team flight, was suspended a few games and was spotted joking with teammates during Saturdays loss to Texas. At 2-5, head coach Ben Howland has a lot of work to do, though he claims things will eventually get fixed. The Bruins play Penn on Saturday. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-UCLA-suspends-starting-forward-Nelson&blog_id=8662 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-UCLA-suspends-starting-forward-Nelson&blog_id=8662 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:49:35 PST Blog Tuesdays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicappers Sammy P and Andrew Lange. Sam broke down the entire NHL card while Andrew Lange did the same for college hoops. Todays segments Sammy P - NHL Every Game on the Board Andrew Lange - College Basketball Every Game on the Board http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-6-2011-with-Sammy-P-and-Andrew-Lange&blog_id=8661 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-6-2011-with-Sammy-P-and-Andrew-Lange&blog_id=8661 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:40:57 PST Blog Week 13 NFL favorites went 10-6 SU and 8-8 against the spread. For the season, betting favorites are 92-93-7 ATS. Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (48%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. I graded the Carolina Panthers as a betting favorite in Week 13 after the line move from small underdog to 1-point favorite with the change at quarterback for Tampa Bay. Four division games in Week 13 and division underdogs went 0-4 SU/ATS. Home underdogs went 3-5 SU and 4-4 ATS, and for the http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-13&blog_id=8660 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-13&blog_id=8660 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:16:16 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Twenty-two poker players have reportedly ponied up a $1 million buy-in to help create the most expensive card tournament ever. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Poker-tournament-confirms-22-participants-$1-million-buy-in&blog_id=8659 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Poker-tournament-confirms-22-participants-$1-million-buy-in&blog_id=8659 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:49:44 PST Blog It is early and there arent a lot of situational plays, but here is ones that I think we can take advantage of. Tulane is a program on the rise and seemed to have taken the first step in becoming respectable winning at home against a marquee opponent. Georgia Tech may not seem marquee, but compared to the rest of Tulanes non-conference schedule, it bordered on monumetal. Remember http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Tulane-Green-Wave-at-Wofford-Terriers&blog_id=8658 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Tulane-Green-Wave-at-Wofford-Terriers&blog_id=8658 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:30:53 PST Andrew Lange Blog If every college basketball team had this extensive of mid-season notes, the (betting) world would be a much better place at least for those who can read and interpret the quickest. Here is a link to some Washington Huskies notes including head coach Lorenzo Romars recent press conference completely transcribed. The Huskies play Marquette tonight and Duke on Saturday in New York. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Washington-heads-to-NYC-to-play-Marquette-Duke&blog_id=8657 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-Washington-heads-to-NYC-to-play-Marquette-Duke&blog_id=8657 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 06:52:09 PST Blog CRIS finally posted its opening line for the upcoming college football bowl season. Couple immediate moves of note...Texas was bet up from -3 to -4 against Cal in the Holiday Bowl. BYU went from a pick em to -2 against Tulsa in the Armed Forces Bowl. Penn State was bet down from +7 to +6 against Houston in the Ticket City Bowl. Oregon was hit from -4.5 to -6 against Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl. Clemson was steamed up from a pick em to as high as -3.5 before settling in at -3 against West Virginia in the Orange Bowl. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-CRIS-Bowl-Game-Opening-Betting-Lines&blog_id=8656 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-CRIS-Bowl-Game-Opening-Betting-Lines&blog_id=8656 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:12:16 PST Blog Despite allowing just two touchdowns their last two games, the Chicago Bears managed to lose twice and will be without running back Matt Forte for at least a few games. Forte hurt his knee in the first quarter of Sundays 10-3 loss to the Chiefs. Head coach Lovie Smith said Forte looked pretty good at practice on Monday but he is not expected to play this weekend against Denver. Quarterback Caleb Hanie was overwhelmed for a second straight week, completing only 46% of his passes and tossing http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Chicago-Bears-add-to-disarray-with-loss-of-Forte&blog_id=8655 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Chicago-Bears-add-to-disarray-with-loss-of-Forte&blog_id=8655 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:54:46 PST Blog Thoughts on tonights Monday Football contest between the Chargers and Jaguars from Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay. Dont lie, we know youre excited for this one. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Monday-Night-Football:-Chargers-havent-won-or-covered-since-October&blog_id=8654 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Monday-Night-Football:-Chargers-havent-won-or-covered-since-October&blog_id=8654 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:50:25 PST Blog Arkansas State head coach Hugh Freeze was named head coach of Ole Miss earlier today. Freeze was ASUs offensive coordinator in 2010 and then took over for head coach Steve Roberts and led the Red Wolves to a 10-2 mark this year. It hasnt been decided if Freeze will coach ASU in the upcoming GoDaddy.com Bowl against Northern Illinois. Last year there were two examples of lower-tier coaches accepting better gigs before the postseason. In both instances, an interim coach was named. After losing http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Arkansas-States-Freeze-takes-Ole-Miss-gig&blog_id=8653 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Arkansas-States-Freeze-takes-Ole-Miss-gig&blog_id=8653 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:36:23 PST Blog Mondays Sportsmemo Podcast featured handicapper Rob Veno. Rob and host Andrew Lange discussed Mondays college basketball card as well as an early look at the BCS bowl matchups. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-5-2011-with-guest-Rob-Veno&blog_id=8652 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-5-2011-with-guest-Rob-Veno&blog_id=8652 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:03:29 PST Blog Editorial on the potential for a Robert Kraft/Steve Wynn developed gambling resort just outside New Englands Gillette Stadium. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Casinos-see-NFL-stadiums-as-prime-location-for-business&blog_id=8651 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Casinos-see-NFL-stadiums-as-prime-location-for-business&blog_id=8651 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:45:59 PST Blog Interesting article and case study on in-game soccer betting. The Role of Surprise: Understanding Over- and Underreaction Using In-Play Soccer Betting. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Case-study-of-in-game-soccer-betting-behavior&blog_id=8650 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Case-study-of-in-game-soccer-betting-behavior&blog_id=8650 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:37:03 PST Blog I took my son to see Middle Tennessee State play Akron on Sunday a close up encounter with a Blue Raiders squad that came in 7-1 SU, 7-0 ATS. From the opening tip, it was clear that MTSU was the better of the two teams (77-53 win). And Im taking into account that from Akrons perspective, the situation didnt set up for a gutsy performance on the road, 1 pm local start, empty arena. The Zips could beat the Blue Raiders at home, but at a neutral site, MTSU is at least 5-6 points better maybe more. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Middle-Tennessee-State-passes-eye-test&blog_id=8649 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Middle-Tennessee-State-passes-eye-test&blog_id=8649 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:46:53 PST Andrew Lange Blog Penn State apparently isnt too happy with its invitation to the Ticket City Bowl to face Houston (see: players only meeting Sunday). A few Nittany Lions took to Twitter to voice their frustration. PSU finished 9-3 which was good for the second-best record (tied) in the Big Ten yet they were passed over by Iowa, Ohio State and Northwestern. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Penn-State-none-too-pleased-about-Ticket-City-berth&blog_id=8648 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-Penn-State-none-too-pleased-about-Ticket-City-berth&blog_id=8648 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:17:39 PST Blog Matt Ryan is throwing picks this year, something that didnt happen very often in the Falcons 13-3 season last year. Ryan opened up this game with a three-and-out, then interceptions on his next two drives. He only threw nine INTs all season in 2010 but hes already thrown a dozen this year, with a full quarter of the season remaining. This passing game simply isnt potent right now. Roddy White has been battling injuries all year, lacking the explosive burst that was such a big part of his game in previous seasons. Julio Jones, too, has been unable to stay healthy. Harry Douglas has only three touchdown catches in three years with the team, never living up to expectations http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-13-NFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8647 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-13-NFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8647 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:58:01 PST Ted Sevransky Blog It was another day to remember when my clients and I went 12-1 on the Saturday college ootball and college basketball cards. We had a number of calls, comments and congratulations for the big day of winners. When a big selection card if filled with winners and the handicapping, research, analysis and selections pay off with profits, its always satisfying to see customers benefit from the winning results. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-and-clients-enjoy-another-historic-day&blog_id=8646 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Fairway-Jay-and-clients-enjoy-another-historic-day&blog_id=8646 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:22:27 PST Blog College Footbal Handicapping: Rob Veno Bowl Game Power Ratings http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Footbal-Handicapping:-Rob-Veno-Bowl-Game-Power-Ratings&blog_id=8645 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Footbal-Handicapping:-Rob-Veno-Bowl-Game-Power-Ratings&blog_id=8645 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:09:11 PST Rob Veno Blog Willing to buck the line move here and anticipate these teams exhibiting some improved offense. For Clemson, the overall team shooting has been better (47.4 FG% , 37.4 3PT%) than a game total this low would suggest. Also figure that despite the overall methodical style of Tigers HC Brad Brownell, the energy inside Littlejohn Coliseum for this in-state rivalry will lead to some extra tempo bursts over the 40 minute game span. South Carolina has been vulnerable at times to the three-point shot and http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-South-Carolina-Gamecocks-at-Clemson-Tigers&blog_id=8644 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-South-Carolina-Gamecocks-at-Clemson-Tigers&blog_id=8644 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 09:21:27 PST Rob Veno Blog Six teams play this week with extra rest and preparation coming off Thanksgiving Day games. Situations, trends and angles show that road favorites off those Thanksgiving Day games often play in higher scoring games. This situation supports an over the total trend that hits just over 70% with a sample size of nearly 50 games; applies to Baltimore (-6.5/38) at Cleveland, Dallas (-4/45.5) at Arizona and Green Bay (-6.5/52) at NY Giants. Be sure to check the weather in Cleveland (50 degrees, mild winds, 20% precipitation) and East Rutherford, NJ where the Packers try to remain undefeated. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Week-13-Betting-Angles-and-Trends&blog_id=8643 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Week-13-Betting-Angles-and-Trends&blog_id=8643 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 08:15:14 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Now that conference play has started for a few leagues, Im always looking for inflated prices that are based on preseason results. Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a prime example. The Panthers are 6-1 with a lone loss to Michigan State. They also beat Loyola by 17 to open Horizon play. So what happens? They are being asked to laying -15.5 today against UIC. Last season, at no point was UWM asked to lay double-digits in Horizon play, let alone -15.5. Their highest price tag was -9 vs. UIC a game http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Illinois-Chicago-Flames-at-UW-Milwaukee-Panthers&blog_id=8642 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Illinois-Chicago-Flames-at-UW-Milwaukee-Panthers&blog_id=8642 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 07:59:55 PST Andrew Lange Blog Not pleased with his teams performance, especially on the defensive end of the floor, Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery plans to make some lineup changes for todays game against Brown. The Hawkeyes have allowed 82, 77, 72 and 71 their last four games (1-3). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Iowa-makes-lineup-changes-to-shore-up-defense&blog_id=8641 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Iowa-makes-lineup-changes-to-shore-up-defense&blog_id=8641 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:38:42 PST Rob Veno Blog The betting markets do weird things, like driving this total down from an opener of 55. The downward move is inexplicable to this bettor. Wisconsin averaged more than 44 points per game this year. Michigan State averaged more than 30. The first meeting between these two schools was a wild 37-31 shootout, a game that featured 41 first downs and well over 800 yards of total offense. Both teams http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Big-Ten-Championship-Gambling-Preview:-Michigan-State-vs-Wisconsin&blog_id=8640 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Big-Ten-Championship-Gambling-Preview:-Michigan-State-vs-Wisconsin&blog_id=8640 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:23:35 PST Ted Sevransky Blog New Jersey Senator Raymond Lesniak knows that getting the government to OK sports betting in the Garden State is still a long shot at this point, but that hasnt stopped him from fighting the good fight. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-keeps-up-fight-for-legalized-sports-betting&blog_id=8639 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-keeps-up-fight-for-legalized-sports-betting&blog_id=8639 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 13:25:52 PST Blog According to reports, Minnesota running back Adrian Peterson (ankle) will miss Sundays game against Denver. Wide receiver Percy Harvin also missed practice today due to illness. Harvin is listed as questionable. If hes unable to go, that leaves a receiving corps with 13 total catches this season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Notes:-Peterson-out-Harvin-questionable-for-Vikings&blog_id=8638 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Betting-Notes:-Peterson-out-Harvin-questionable-for-Vikings&blog_id=8638 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 13:17:03 PST Blog What are the odds that both Nevada and Washington actually follow up on their claims of needing to be more patient on offense? After their loss to Saint Louis two weeks ago, Washington head coach Lorenzo Romar said that he was giving too many players too much freedom. Hard to tell if Romar actually made any significant changes as the Huskies rolled over Houston Baptist last Friday, 88-65. Meanwhile, Nevada head coach David Carter said that in order to avoid another blowout http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling-Preview:-Washington-Huskies-at-Nevada-Wolf-Pack&blog_id=8637 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling-Preview:-Washington-Huskies-at-Nevada-Wolf-Pack&blog_id=8637 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 13:02:58 PST Blog MGM Casino is suing a host of people/companies who previously created website domains using MGM-type names. For example, someone from Zimbabwe registered ariapoker -- Aria Casino is owned by MGM. A gentlemen from Texas owns excaliburpoker.com -- Excalibur Casino another MGM property. Some of these site though were created as early as 2002, yet MGM never said a word until now. The reason is obvious http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=MGM-goes-after-poker-websites-that-use-its-brand&blog_id=8636 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=MGM-goes-after-poker-websites-that-use-its-brand&blog_id=8636 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:35:01 PST Blog Todays Sportsmemo Podcast feature handicappers Brent Crow, Rob Veno and Erin Rynning. Brent discussed Fridays college basketball card as well as a few marquee matchups for Saturday including the North Carolina-Kentucky matchup. Rob Veno took care of the first half of Sundays NFL card while Erin Rynning closed out the back half. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-2-2011:-Brent-Crow-Rob-Veno-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8635 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Podcast-12-2-2011:-Brent-Crow-Rob-Veno-Erin-Rynning&blog_id=8635 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:08:30 PST Blog New York defensive coordinator Perry Fewell pretty much said his stop unit quit in Mondays 49-24 loss to New Orleans. The Saints put up a college-like 577 yards on 8.4 yards per play. Fewell though vows Sundays game against the Packers will be different. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Giants-vow-defensive-turnaround-against-Packers&blog_id=8634 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Giants-vow-defensive-turnaround-against-Packers&blog_id=8634 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:07:30 PST Blog The Baylor Bears (8-3, 5-3 Big Xll) host the Texas Longhorns (7-4, 4-4) in the regular season finale for both teams Saturday. Texas enters off an upset win at Texas A&M on Thanksgiving, booting a last-second field goal to win 27-25 and kicking their rival A&M out of the Big Xll as the Aggies move to the SEC next season. A closer look at the box score shows Texas gained just 237 yards offense at 3.6 yards per play and benefitted from four A&M turnovers. Meanwhile, Baylor put a http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling-Preview:-Texas-Longhorns-at-Baylor-Bears&blog_id=8633 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling-Preview:-Texas-Longhorns-at-Baylor-Bears&blog_id=8633 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:57:08 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Article on New Englands depleted secondary which has been used and abused for much of the season. And while some of the damage (307 ypg passing allowed) came with the game out of reach or against teams trying to play catch-up, there has also been a good chunk that took place with the game on the line. The good news is the unit has five games in which to improve or five games to fool bettors http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-New-England-gets-by-with-makeshift-secondary&blog_id=8632 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-New-England-gets-by-with-makeshift-secondary&blog_id=8632 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:28:15 PST Blog Because of injuries, Louisville has fully embraced a slower is better mentality. The Cardinals have been forced to take it easy in practice in order to keep everyone healthy and fresh. That however has kept the team from reaching peak physical conditioning, thus Louisville hasnt done much in terms of pressing and getting out on the break on offense. Last time out, Long Beach State became the first team to top 54 points (66) against the Cardinals. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Odds:-Louisville-keeps-things-slow-to-keep-everyone-healthy&blog_id=8631 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Odds:-Louisville-keeps-things-slow-to-keep-everyone-healthy&blog_id=8631 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:06:23 PST Blog Oklahomas second leading scorer, Calvin Newell, has decided to transfer because of family issues. Newell averaged 13.0 ppg despite playing only 20 minutes per game. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Oklahoma-second-leading-scorer-transfers&blog_id=8630 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Oklahoma-second-leading-scorer-transfers&blog_id=8630 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:51:28 PST Blog Ole Miss could have its hands full at DePaul tonight with the Blue Demons expected to press. Rebels freshman point guard Jarvis Summers will be making his third career start. Summers has played well but also has committed 16 turnovers while the team has a whooping 98. DePaul has forced 93 turnovers in five games. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-DePaul-plans-on-pressing-Ole-Miss-frosh-PG&blog_id=8629 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-DePaul-plans-on-pressing-Ole-Miss-frosh-PG&blog_id=8629 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:35:46 PST Blog The Sportsmemo Podcast is back! After a brief hiatus, today marked the official return of the show. Well be doing five shows per week, Monday-Friday. It will of course include all of the Sportsmemo Handicappers and host Andrew Lange. The Sportsmemo Crew has been producing the best in sports betting analysis for over a decade. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Podcast-returns-with-the-best-in-sports-betting-analysis&blog_id=8628 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Podcast-returns-with-the-best-in-sports-betting-analysis&blog_id=8628 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:01:27 PST Blog Couple articles out of Champaign on whether or not Illinois feels up for the postseason following the dismissal of head coach Ron Zook. If they do decide to play, the Illini could find themselves in a bowl game as early as December 17 which doesnt leave a lot of time to prepare. Defensive coordinator Vic Koenning has been named the interim head coach and following a Tuesday meeting, the players seemed split on whether or not to give it a go. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Notes:-Illinois-undecided-on-playing-in-postseason&blog_id=8627 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Notes:-Illinois-undecided-on-playing-in-postseason&blog_id=8627 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:47:21 PST Blog The San Francisco Chronicle recaps some of the best sports bets of the year. Those highlighted include Texas Techs upset win at Oklahoma as four touchdown underdogs. And the St. Louis Cardinals improbable World Series run. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=San-Fran-Chronicle-breaks-down-the-best-sports-bets-of-2011&blog_id=8626 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=San-Fran-Chronicle-breaks-down-the-best-sports-bets-of-2011&blog_id=8626 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:34:25 PST Blog Harvard (6-0) upset Florida State 46-41 in last weeks Battle for Atlantis tournament, and emerged as the tournament champion. The Crimson are poised for a big season and are on the doorstep of cracking the top-25. Harvards defense is delivering dominating results thus far. In five games vs. DI opponents, Harvard is holding teams to 0.85 points per possession. Opposing offenses are making just 42 percent of their two-point shots with interior strength led by senior forward Keith Wright; last years Ivy League http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Harvard-could-be-Ivy-Leagues-best-ever&blog_id=8625 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Harvard-could-be-Ivy-Leagues-best-ever&blog_id=8625 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:40:39 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Over the last two years, Florida International has lost 19 games to non-power conference opponents. Not really a sign of a good team, right? But it is the manner in which they lost that intrigues me. Of those 19 games, 16 were by single digits, and two others by 10 and 12. Only once have we seen this team blown out against a comparable foe. Head coach Isiah Thomas recently noted how impressed he was http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Florida-International-Panthers-at-Georgia-State-Panthers&blog_id=8624 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Florida-International-Panthers-at-Georgia-State-Panthers&blog_id=8624 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:33:37 PST Andrew Lange Blog This is the final update from our past articles on strong, balanced offensive teams. Every season, there are approximately 15 teams that finish the season averaging at least 200 yards rushing and passing per game. Here is the latest update with one final regular season game and conference championship games remaining. Also included is the top scoring teams in the nation. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Handicapping:-Power-offenses-with-200-ypg-passing/rushing&blog_id=8623 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Handicapping:-Power-offenses-with-200-ypg-passing/rushing&blog_id=8623 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:31:30 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Youll get a kick out of this one. Robert Walker, who happens to be a sports bettor and may or may not be connected to Billy Walters, was indicted by a federal grand jury for what they are calling ...causing a domestic financial institution to fail to file an accurate currency transaction report. The Feds say Walker was making bets for Walters Acme company. Walker says no way. The Feds/IRS then tried to get Walker to rat on Walters to no avail. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Alledged-beard-for-Billy-Walters-indicted-on-sports-betting-probe&blog_id=8622 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Alledged-beard-for-Billy-Walters-indicted-on-sports-betting-probe&blog_id=8622 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:15:12 PST Blog Interesting article on how underrated Oklahoma States defense has been when you account for the fast paced nature of its games and the amount of offensive production opponents put up with the game out of reach. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Gambling:-In-depth-stats-show-Oklahoma-States-defense-is-underrated&blog_id=8621 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Gambling:-In-depth-stats-show-Oklahoma-States-defense-is-underrated&blog_id=8621 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:07:22 PST Blog Cantor Gaming signed a deal to run The Palms sportsbook which will begin renovations following the college basketball season. The new venue is expected to open by the start of the 2012 football season. Cantors mobile in-game wagering will be offered. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cantor-Gaming-inks-deal-to-run-The-Palms-sportsbook&blog_id=8620 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cantor-Gaming-inks-deal-to-run-The-Palms-sportsbook&blog_id=8620 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:26:07 PST Blog Weather expected to be cold and rainy for this years edition of the Bedlam Series between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State (game time at 7 pm local). The total opened 74 but has crept down to 72.5 (71.5 at Pinnacle). Local reports point out that Boone Pickens Stadium drains extremely well while OSU quarterback Brandon Weeden said that playing with gloves wont be a problem if the weather turns bad. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Handicapping:-Weather-could-get-nasty-for-Oklahoma-Oklahoma-State&blog_id=8619 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Handicapping:-Weather-could-get-nasty-for-Oklahoma-Oklahoma-State&blog_id=8619 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:01:48 PST Blog Pete Rose has taken the Hey, I Gotta Make a Living concept to new heights. The Hit King is reportedly selling copies (notarized of course) of the papers that banished him from baseball. For $500!!! You can also take him out to dinner for a grand but only $100 worth of booze. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Pete-Rose-wants-you-to-have-a-part-of-baseball-historyfor-a-small-fee-of-course&blog_id=8618 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Pete-Rose-wants-you-to-have-a-part-of-baseball-historyfor-a-small-fee-of-course&blog_id=8618 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:15:59 PST Blog Tough break for Notre Dame with forward Tim Abromaitis out for the season with a knee injury. Abromaitis was suspended for Notre Dames first four games and played in only two games so the team should be somewhat adjusted to not having him on the court. The Irish didnt look very sharp in their 29-point loss to Missouri and 4-point loss as favorites to Georgia (Abromaitis played in both games http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAB-Handicapping:-Notre-Dame-loses-Abromaitis-for-the-year&blog_id=8617 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAB-Handicapping:-Notre-Dame-loses-Abromaitis-for-the-year&blog_id=8617 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:57:42 PST Blog We saw over the past two days that teams coming off of Thanksgiving tournaments were not particularly sharp. Tennessee lost at Oakland on Monday and Michigan and Duke got smoked last night after all three played in Maui. Upstart St. Louis swept all three games at the 76 Classic in Anaheim but lost outright as 9-point road favorites last night at Loyola Marymount. Tonight will mark the fourth game in seven days for New Mexico as the Lobos http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Hoops-Betting:-New-Mexico-hopes-to-avoid-post-Thanksgiving-tournament-blues&blog_id=8616 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Hoops-Betting:-New-Mexico-hopes-to-avoid-post-Thanksgiving-tournament-blues&blog_id=8616 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:27:27 PST Blog The final week of the college football regular season and we take a look at those teams in playing for exercise situations. Note that final games (especially at home) can sometimes provide a boost in effort. Also factor in the inflated pointspreads with many of these games projected to be significant mismatches. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Teams-potentially-playing-for-exercise&blog_id=8615 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Teams-potentially-playing-for-exercise&blog_id=8615 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:33:45 PST Blog Teams that rushed for 150 or more yards went 5-1 SU and 5-1 ATS. Teams that rush for at least 150 yards and outrush their opponent cover the pointspread 77% of the time, while teams that rush for 175 yards or more are 35-5 SU and 32-7-1 ATS (82%). Being able to handicap and project which teams will have a meaningful rushing advantage (say, 30 or more yards) will lead you to more pointspread http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Offensive-performances-and-run-game-success-Week-12&blog_id=8614 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Offensive-performances-and-run-game-success-Week-12&blog_id=8614 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:48:29 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog It is going to be a rough season for Northern Arizona. Not only did the Lumberjacks lose all-everything Cameron Jones (20.1 ppg), but also his wingman, returning starter Gabe Rodgers (13.0 ppg, 46.8 3-point), who has yet to play this season with a shoulder injury. Add in Eric Platt (10.1 ppg, 46.0% 3-point) and Shane Johannsen (9.4 ppg, 6.5 rpg) and all the Lumberjacks are left with is starting point guard Stallon Saldivar the teams last scoring option last season. The results thus http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-BYU-Cougars-vs-Northern-Arizona-Lumberjacks&blog_id=8613 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-BYU-Cougars-vs-Northern-Arizona-Lumberjacks&blog_id=8613 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:59:16 PST Andrew Lange Blog Arkansas is down to nine scholarship players as first-year head coach Mike Anderson has being using multiple freshmen to fill his rotation. The first-year players have carried much of the load through five games but the competition will stiffen starting Saturday with a road trip to UConn followed by another road game at Oklahoma. But before the Razorbacks start prepping for the Huskies, they must first get past non-boarded Mississippi Valley State tonight in Fayetteville. The Delta Devils reportedly start five http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Pointspread-News:-Arkansas-short-on-depth-freshmen-heavy&blog_id=8612 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Pointspread-News:-Arkansas-short-on-depth-freshmen-heavy&blog_id=8612 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:14:42 PST Blog Minnesota will be without the services of forward Trevor Mbakwe (14.0 ppg, 9.1 rpg) who was lost for the season with an ALC injury. Mbakwe was without question the teams top performer thus far. Also banged up is center Ralph Sampson III, who has been a non-factor the last two games with an ankle injury http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-News:-Minnesota-adjusts-lineup-for-frontcourt-injuries&blog_id=8611 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-News:-Minnesota-adjusts-lineup-for-frontcourt-injuries&blog_id=8611 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:54:42 PST Blog Sportsmemo has brought back its annual December to Remember All Sports Monthly Special. Starting today, you can purchase NFL, College Football, College Basketball and NBA coverage through December 31 from the handicapper of your choice for just $399. Call the office at 1-800-575-3069 or purchase online. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-December-to-Remember-Special-Monthly-Offer&blog_id=8610 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-December-to-Remember-Special-Monthly-Offer&blog_id=8610 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:26:53 PST Blog Yeah, its the NFL, were parity thrives, but we were a bit shocked to see that since 1991, only nine teams have been favored by 20 or more points in a game. In fact, from 1994 to 2006, no team was favored by that amount. During New Englands 16-0 regular season in 2007, they were big chalk on four occasions (0-4 ATS). Overall, teams laying -20 or more are 9-0 SU but only 2-7 ATS. Sounds like a reason to take +20.5 with Indy this weekend at New England, right? Absolutely! Give us quarterback Dan Orlovsky on the road for the max please. We promise this is our last Colts-related blog post of the year...unless they win in Foxboro. That would be pretty cool. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-heck-with-common-sense!-History-screams-bet-the-Colts-this-weekend&blog_id=8609 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=The-heck-with-common-sense!-History-screams-bet-the-Colts-this-weekend&blog_id=8609 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:10:47 PST Blog Apparently some dude bet $10 to win $10K on the Colts to go winless at some offshore sportsbook. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Bettor-holding-1000-1-ticket-on-Colts-to-go-0-16&blog_id=8608 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Bettor-holding-1000-1-ticket-on-Colts-to-go-0-16&blog_id=8608 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:47:12 PST Blog Sportsmemo NHL Handicapper Sammy P will be a featured guest on St. Louis 1380 AM with host Adam Spitz this afternoon starting at 1 pm ET. You can listen online right here. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Sammy-P-guests-on-St-Louis-1380-AM-today&blog_id=8607 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Sammy-P-guests-on-St-Louis-1380-AM-today&blog_id=8607 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:07:36 PST Sammy P Blog A disgruntled bettor fought the sportsbooks and surprisingly the sportsbooks didnt win. Some dude who bet $100 on the infamous USC-Utah game complained to the Nevada Gaming Control Board about not being able to cash his 2nd half ticket on the Trojans. Last week he got a check in the mail for $200. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Bettor-complains-about-USC-Utah-outcome-and-it-somehow-pays-off&blog_id=8606 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Bettor-complains-about-USC-Utah-outcome-and-it-somehow-pays-off&blog_id=8606 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:54:29 PST Blog Oddsmakers have priced the Miami Heat as a 2-1 favorite to win this years NBA title. Las Vegas MGM has the Lakers and Bulls at 9-2 and Thunder at 5-1. Over at the Hilton, the Bulls are 6-1 followed by the Lakers, Thunder and Mavericks at 7-1. Offshore at Pinnacle, Miami is +225 followed by the Lakers (+425), Bulls (+752) and Thunder (+770). The Jazz, Wizards, Raptors, Kings, 76ers, Suns, Bucks, Timberwolves, Rockets, Warriors, Pacers, Bobcats and Cavs are all just over 26-1. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Miami-Heat-2-1-betting-favorites-to-win-2012-NBA-Championship&blog_id=8605 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Miami-Heat-2-1-betting-favorites-to-win-2012-NBA-Championship&blog_id=8605 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:41:00 PST Blog Pinnacle was nice enough to post lines for the NBAs first day of games on Christmas. Training camp and free agency are slated to start December 9. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Pinnacle-posts-odds-on-three-Christmas-games&blog_id=8604 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Pinnacle-posts-odds-on-three-Christmas-games&blog_id=8604 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:28:19 PST Blog Michigan State isnt fazed by its underdog status for Saturdays Big Ten Championship against Wisconsin. The Spartans have beaten the Badgers each of the last two years both as underdogs. MSU has been installed as an underdog four times this season and posted two outright wins (Wisconsin and Ohio State). The two losses came at Notre Dame and Nebraska. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Michigan-State-comfortable-with-underdog-role&blog_id=8603 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Michigan-State-comfortable-with-underdog-role&blog_id=8603 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:22:12 PST Blog Week 12 NFL favorites went 13-3 straight up and 9-7 against the spread. For the season, betting favorites are 84-85-7 ATS. Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (48%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. Six division games in Week 12 and division underdogs went 2-4 SU and 4-2 ATS. Home underdogs went 0-5 SU and 1-4 ATS, and for the season home underdogs are 17-33 SU and 24-25-1 ATS. Scoring for the week averaged http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-12&blog_id=8602 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-12&blog_id=8602 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:09:23 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog The transition from Gary Williams to Mark Turgeon continues to be a challenge for the Maryland Terrapins. Turgeon is no Bobby Knight, but he demands a lot of out his kids, especially on defense. When players buy into what he is selling, positive results typically follow. Unfortunately, Turgeon and his players currently arent on the same page. Theyve tried to slow down the pace of the game in order to mask their shortage of depth (seven http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Maryland-Terrapins-struggling-to-compete&blog_id=8601 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Maryland-Terrapins-struggling-to-compete&blog_id=8601 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 07:03:39 PST Blog After back-to-back 57-point outputs, Arizona plans on making some adjustments for tonights game at New Mexico State. After falling behind early to San Diego State and Mississippi State, head coach Sean Miller said that that particular starting five will never start another game (together) at Arizona. That likely means one of Arizonas highly regarded freshmen will move into the lineup. NMSU opened as a 1.5-point favorite but were bet up to a current number of -3.5. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Arizona-adjusts-lineup-following-offensive-struggles&blog_id=8600 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Arizona-adjusts-lineup-following-offensive-struggles&blog_id=8600 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:44:32 PST Blog Ken Pomeroy does he best to explain the potential outcomes of the ACC-Big Ten Challenge. According to Pomeroys numbers, the Big Ten is favored in nine of the 12 matchups with a 7-5 being the most likely result. He notes however that for whatever reason, Wisconsin is favored at North Carolina and Virginia Techs odds are increased with Minnesota big man Trevor Mbakwe (14.0 ppg, 9.1 rpg) out for the year http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Ken-Pomeroy-favors-Big-Ten-over-ACC&blog_id=8599 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-Ken-Pomeroy-favors-Big-Ten-over-ACC&blog_id=8599 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:17:51 PST Blog On Sunday, I discussed some of college basketballs early season money burners. Lets take a look at those who are cashing tickets at a high rate and see whether or not the good fortune will last. Saint Louis (5-1 ATS, Next Game: 11/29 at Loyola Marymount) - The Bilikens took their lumps last season with a youthful roster and various suspensions/injuries. The results thus far are real with convincing wins over http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Notes:-Taking-a-look-at-the-money-earners&blog_id=8598 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Notes:-Taking-a-look-at-the-money-earners&blog_id=8598 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:34:56 PST Andrew Lange Blog Thoughts on tonights Monday Football contest between the Giants and Saints from Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Monday-Night-Football:-Bettors-continue-to-support-Saints-over-Giants&blog_id=8597 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Monday-Night-Football:-Bettors-continue-to-support-Saints-over-Giants&blog_id=8597 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:13:05 PST Blog Tobey Maguire agreed to play $80K for his involvement in an illegal high stakes poker ring. Court documents said that Maguire took home close to $300K in winnings. The source of that money however is what triggered the whole incident as Ponzi schemer Bradley Ruderman, who is currently in jail, funded the operation. Hopefully Maguire and his estimated $75 million net worth will be able to withstand the financial blow. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Tobey-Maguire-coughs-up-$80K-for-involvement-in-poker-ring&blog_id=8596 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Tobey-Maguire-coughs-up-$80K-for-involvement-in-poker-ring&blog_id=8596 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:31:12 PST Blog The fifth year of the SEC-Big East Invitational kicks off on Thursday. The previous four series features only four games while this years event has expanded to 12. The all-time series is tied 8-8. Marquette, Villanova, Notre Dame and South Florida will be the four Big East team not participating. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-12-game-SEC-Big-East-Invite-starts-on-Thursday&blog_id=8595 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Gambling:-12-game-SEC-Big-East-Invite-starts-on-Thursday&blog_id=8595 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:15:52 PST Blog The series is in its 13th year with the ACC winning the first ten. The Big Ten though has taken the last two, both at 6-5. From a straight up perspective, the ACC is 72-47 overall (41-13 at home, 24-31 on the road, and 7-3 neutral). Some of the historical top performers include Duke (11-1), Maryland (9-3), Wake Forest (9-2) and Boston College (5-0). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-ACC-favored-over-Big-Ten-in-upcoming-series&blog_id=8594 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Handicapping:-ACC-favored-over-Big-Ten-in-upcoming-series&blog_id=8594 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:04:45 PST Blog Notes: Didnt take long for bettors to clear out the key number of -6.5. It has been over a month since Clemson put together a solid outing. Only a last second field goal over Wake Forest kept the Tigers from entering this one on a four-game slide. Quarterback Tajh Boyd looks to be breaking down with seven interceptions his last four games (3 INTs his first eight games). The Tigers lead the ACC in most http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=ACC-Championship-Betting-Notes:-Clemson-Tigers-vs-Virginia-Tech-Hokies&blog_id=8593 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=ACC-Championship-Betting-Notes:-Clemson-Tigers-vs-Virginia-Tech-Hokies&blog_id=8593 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:40:14 PST Blog Notes: The last time Houston was involved in a competitive game was late September; a 49-42 win at UTEP. Since then, the Cougars have won by margins of 32, 30, 56, 43, 39, 35, and 53. But it seems like we go through this every year C-USA West teams put up monster offensive numbers but falter in the championship game over the more defensive-minded East. The East has won the last four titles (3 of those 4 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=C-USA-Championship-Betting-Notes:-Southern-Miss-Golden-Eagles-at-Houston-Cougars&blog_id=8592 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=C-USA-Championship-Betting-Notes:-Southern-Miss-Golden-Eagles-at-Houston-Cougars&blog_id=8592 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:22:41 PST Blog Welcome to Teddy Covers unique look at the NFL. Teddy watches games all day on Sunday, typing furiously on his laptop while giving you the key info that the box scores and game recaps dont necessarily have. This week: AFC News and Notes from Week 12. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-12-AFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8591 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Handicapper-Teddy-Covers:-Week-12-AFC-Betting-News-and-Notes&blog_id=8591 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:30:25 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay responds to news of the upcoming NBA season. According to Kornegay, the NBA accounts for 10-15 percent of the sportsbooks business. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmakers-giddy-for-upcoming-NBA-season&blog_id=8590 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Oddsmakers-giddy-for-upcoming-NBA-season&blog_id=8590 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:55 PST Blog Houstons quarterback situation just went from bad to worse after Matt Leinart reportedly broke his collarbone in Sundays win over Jacksonville. The Texans were forced to go with rookie TJ Yates who performed adequately (80of-15, 70 yards) in relief of Leinart. Yates is likely to be this weeks starter though the Texans http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Houston-Texans-down-to-third-string-QB-TJ-Yates&blog_id=8589 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Houston-Texans-down-to-third-string-QB-TJ-Yates&blog_id=8589 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:32:19 PST Blog I have seen just about every team in the nation play at least once, and here are my initial rankings based on the first few weeks of action. 1. Ohio State 2. Kentucky 3. Duke 4. North Carolina 5. Syracuse http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Brent-Crows-College-Basketball-Top-25&blog_id=8588 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Sportsmemo-Handicapper-Brent-Crows-College-Basketball-Top-25&blog_id=8588 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:16:00 PST Brent Crow Blog Update on UCLAs early season woes. Head coach Ben Howland will continue to make his point with forward Reeves Nelson no longer in the starting lineup. Also a concern is center Joshua Smiths lack of conditioning and point guard Lazeric Jones ineffectiveness (24.5% FGs, 16.7% 3-pt). Also note that the Bruins will continue to play their home games at the LA Sports Arena. Their first two games averaged about 5,000 fans a generous figure as both contests had a neutral site feel. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Notes:-UCLA-remains-tough-sell-for-bettors&blog_id=8587 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling-Notes:-UCLA-remains-tough-sell-for-bettors&blog_id=8587 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:12:51 PST Blog Louisville head coach Rick Pitino says he team remains in survival mode as injuries have kept the Cardinals short on bodies. Point guard Peyton Siva (ankle) returned last time out against Ohio but Pinto admitted that the veteran was rusty. Louisvilles offense has looked horrendous thus far, failing to crack the 60-point mark against Arkansas State and Ohio. The defense though has carried the load with opponent scores http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Louisville-does-it-with-defense-Long-Beach-up-next&blog_id=8586 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting:-Louisville-does-it-with-defense-Long-Beach-up-next&blog_id=8586 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:56:10 PST Blog Here are the tentative key dates and numbers for the much anticipated 2012 NBA campaign. The schedule will feature 66 games 48 within the conference, 18 non-conference. There will be as many as two extra games per month but no one will play three straight nights more than three times. Training camp and free agency gets underway on December 9. The regular season starts December 25. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Schedule-features-66-games-camp-starts-December-9&blog_id=8585 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NBA-Handicapping:-Schedule-features-66-games-camp-starts-December-9&blog_id=8585 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:42:25 PST Blog Philadelphias offensive injuries have been hogging the headlines but flying under the radar is a banged up secondary. Cornerbacks Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle) and Nnamdi Asomugha (knee) are currently listed as questionable. Not a favorable situation if those two cant go against New Englands passing attack. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Philadelphia-secondary-could-be-vulnerable-vs-Patriots&blog_id=8584 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Philadelphia-secondary-could-be-vulnerable-vs-Patriots&blog_id=8584 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 06:43:49 PST Blog After a promising 3-1 start, its obviously been all downhill for the Redskins. Theyve now lost six straight games including last weeks heartbreaker to the Cowboys. From a talent perspective its just hard to envision this team even coming close to challenging their NFC East Division rivals down the stretch. Playing one of their rivals wont be the case this week as they travel to the northwest to face the Seahawks http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Washington-Redskins-at-Seattle-Seahawks&blog_id=8583 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapper-Free-Pick:-Washington-Redskins-at-Seattle-Seahawks&blog_id=8583 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 06:34:03 PST Erin Rynning Blog Taking a look at a handful of college basketball teams that have been money burners thus far. Most of these teams can continue to be bet against as the oddsmakers and market have been slow to catch up. Keep in mind though that those with new personnel will eventually become more adjusted as coaches work to create the right player rotation. When that happens, teams can flip the switch from money burners to money earners. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Taking-a-look-at-the-money-burners&blog_id=8582 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Betting-Notes:-Taking-a-look-at-the-money-burners&blog_id=8582 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 20:34:37 PST Andrew Lange Blog Looks like another week with John Skelton under center for Arizona as Kevin Kolb was downgraded to doubtful yesterday. Skelton looked halfway decent his first two starts against the Rams and Eagles (537 yards, 4 TDs, 2 INTs) but took a step back last week with only 99 yards and three picks against San Franciscos stout defense. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Arizonas-Skelton-slated-to-start-against-Rams&blog_id=8581 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Arizonas-Skelton-slated-to-start-against-Rams&blog_id=8581 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 19:18:16 PST Blog Bettors rejoice! The NBA reached a tentative agreement earlier today to end the lockout and start an abbreviated season on Christmas Day. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=We-may-be-able-to-start-betting-on-NBA-games-by-Christmas!&blog_id=8580 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=We-may-be-able-to-start-betting-on-NBA-games-by-Christmas!&blog_id=8580 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 07:52:35 PST Blog With Louisvilles win over South Florida yesterday, the race for the Big East crown got a bit clearer thanks to this explanation. The Cardinals are in the best spot (5-2) and just need Cincinnati to lose one of its final two games (at Syracuse, vs. UConn). Louisvilles players seem pretty confident as a few were comfortable posing with oranges following yesterdays win hello Orange Bowl berth? Rutgers and Cincinnati are still alive but need various things to happen to one another. West Virginia needs a three-way tie and hope for a higher BCS ranking (game vs. LSU?) to earn a bid. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Breaking-down-the-Big-East-race&blog_id=8579 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Handicapping:-Breaking-down-the-Big-East-race&blog_id=8579 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 07:38:09 PST Blog Remember when Texas Tech upset Oklahoma earlier this season? They next time out the Red Raiders lost at home by 34 as 15.5-point underdogs. In fact, theyve played only one competitive game since. Last week, Baylor joined the party and took down the Sooners on the strength of Heisman candidate Robert Griffin. It was the Bears first-ever win in 21 tries over the Sooners. Todays game will take place at Cowboys Stadium in Dallas and Baylor closes out the regular season next week at home against another http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling-Pick:-Texas-Tech-Red-Raiders-vs-Baylor-Bears&blog_id=8578 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling-Pick:-Texas-Tech-Red-Raiders-vs-Baylor-Bears&blog_id=8578 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 07:24:14 PST Andrew Lange Blog Harvard is a good basketball team with a lot of experience. But they dont have a lot of experience playing top flight competition and more importantly, top flight defenses. Florida State lost some key contributors from last year but the Seminoles have a defensive system that works year in a year out. In 2010 and 2011, FSU ranked No. 1 in defensive efficiency and through four games, more of the same as last time out, the Seminoles held UMass to 53 points and 28% from the floor. Amazingly, FSU, which doesnt http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Harvard-Crimson-vs-Florida-State-Seminoles&blog_id=8577 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-Harvard-Crimson-vs-Florida-State-Seminoles&blog_id=8577 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:01:14 PST Andrew Lange Blog We reported on East Carolinas injury last week and here is an update. According to coaches, as much as 75% of the teams current offensive players were not expected to see playing time this season. The Pirates opened 3-point favorites at CRIS but Marshall is now a 2.5-point favorite and looks to be headed to -3 with multiple shops showing -115 juice. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-East-Carolina-offense-forced-to-tap-into-depth-chart&blog_id=8576 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Betting-Notes:-East-Carolina-offense-forced-to-tap-into-depth-chart&blog_id=8576 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:50:49 PST Blog No. 1 vs. No. 3 hook in Baton Rouge this afternoon with a trip to the SEC title game on the line. LSU leads the nation with a +17 net turnover differential and the Tigers are 18-0 SU their last 18 games when they win the turnover battle. LSU has also won 10 games by double-digits this season. In the one game they faced a true passing attack like what theyll see this afternoon, the Tigers allowed 463 passing yards to West Virginia. LSU still won the game 47-21 thanks to, you guessed it, turnovers! These are the leagues top two scoring offenses at over 34 ppg in SEC play, and Arkansas averages 423 ypg to lead the league. Arkansas quarterback Wilson averages 317 passing ypg, but will http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling-Preview:-Arkansas-Razorbacks-at-LSU-Tigers&blog_id=8575 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling-Preview:-Arkansas-Razorbacks-at-LSU-Tigers&blog_id=8575 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:31:06 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Article with the mainstream media using betting markets as a way to predict political elections. For a brief time in September and October, Barack Obama was considered by most to be an underdog to be reelected. But with his approval rating on the rise -- thanks to some poor performances by his http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Betting-markets-a-popular-indicator-for-election-outcomes&blog_id=8574 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Betting-markets-a-popular-indicator-for-election-outcomes&blog_id=8574 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:15:00 PST Blog The Backyard Brawl always brings back fond memories, as we cashed our biggest outright underdog winner ever in 2007 when Pittsburgh (+29) went to Morgantown and beat No. 2 West Virginia, 13-9. We had a top play 20* Big Drive play on the side and also cashed the under as West Virginia blew its chance to play in the BCS Championship. Last year the Panthers were pounded in Pittsburgh in a 35- http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Preview:-Pittsburgh-Panthers-at-West-Virginia-Mountaineers&blog_id=8573 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Preview:-Pittsburgh-Panthers-at-West-Virginia-Mountaineers&blog_id=8573 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 07:15:34 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Reading foreign press releases can be exhausting, especially when it comes to gambling jargon. The gist of this one is a Scottish punter nailed 18 straight winners and took home £132k (or roughly $205K US) on a £1 bet. The final victory reportedly came via a penalty. We will point out that the sportsbook seemed rather gracious in the article, pointing out other big wins for the betting public and seemingly glad they came so close to Christmas. Of course they are. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Scottish-bettor-reportedly-hits-18-straight-soccer-winners&blog_id=8572 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Scottish-bettor-reportedly-hits-18-straight-soccer-winners&blog_id=8572 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:18:15 PST Blog Yahoo Sports did an interview with Pete Rose who talks about a litany of topics including the guy who cashed in big on the Cardinals to win the World Series. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Yahoo-Sports-does-interview-with-Pete-Rose&blog_id=8571 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Yahoo-Sports-does-interview-with-Pete-Rose&blog_id=8571 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:04:23 PST Blog Cincinnati quarterback Zach Collaros is out, the team has lost two straight, and a once first place lead has diminished into a three-way tie for third in the Big East. That is the current situation for the Bearcats as they travel to Syracuse this weekend. Back-up quarterback Munchie Legaux didnt play particularly well (12-of-31, 158 yards, 0 TDs, 1 INT) in last weeks 20-3 loss at Rutgers but the defense also http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Gambling-News:-Cincinnati-not-worried-despite-two-game-slide&blog_id=8570 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Gambling-News:-Cincinnati-not-worried-despite-two-game-slide&blog_id=8570 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:42:04 PST Blog Michigan State has said that it wants to run more this season and through the first four games, each outing featured 70 possessions or more. Theyve havent produced many big scores but the schedule had a lot to do with it. The game against North Carolina was played on an aircraft carrier which gave no chance for either team to feel comfortable offensively. Against Duke, it was a sloppy game with 36 turnovers http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-UW-Milwaukee-Panthers-at-Michigan-State-Spartans&blog_id=8569 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Play:-UW-Milwaukee-Panthers-at-Michigan-State-Spartans&blog_id=8569 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:23:03 PST Andrew Lange Blog I just did some research on this story. Not to say that it didnt happen, but some facts in the Covers piece tonight are false. Wynns lines dont count as opening numbers they take opinions, they open first, their limits are low, and they are not market numbers. CRIS opened -4, closed -3 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Teddy-Covers-offers-his-opinion-on-the-Hawaii-point-shaving-allegations&blog_id=8568 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Teddy-Covers-offers-his-opinion-on-the-Hawaii-point-shaving-allegations&blog_id=8568 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:07:43 PST Ted Sevransky Blog Interesting situation with Vanderbilt (5-6) vying for a bowl berth but favored on the road following a disheartening overtime loss to in-state rival Tennessee. Wake Forest has already hit the six-win plateau but claims this weeks game is just as important as any other. The Demon Deacons won last years meeting in Nashville, 34-13. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Notes:-Five-win-Vanderbilt-favored-at-Wake-Forest&blog_id=8567 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Notes:-Five-win-Vanderbilt-favored-at-Wake-Forest&blog_id=8567 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:45:57 PST Blog Winner-take-all this weekend in Charlottesville with Virginia Tech and Virginia battling for the ACC Coastal Division. The Cavaliers have won and covered four of their last five including last weeks 14-13 upset at Florida State. According to Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster, UVAs success this season is for real and should be respected. The series has been all Tech with wins in each of the last seven meetings (6-1 ATS). http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Virginia-Tech-and-Virginia-battle-for-ACC-Coastal-Division&blog_id=8566 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Virginia-Tech-and-Virginia-battle-for-ACC-Coastal-Division&blog_id=8566 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:26:49 PST Blog Im curious to see what is going to happen in Buffalo tonight after Buffalo forward Milan Lucic laid out Sabres goalie Ryan Miller during a 6-2 Bruins win two week ago. Will the Sabres stand up and make Lucic pay for his hit? Miller, one of the top goalies in the league, has been out ever since the hit (watch video here). No one http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Betting-Notes:-Buffalo-seeks-revenge-on-Boston-after-vicious-hit-on-goalie&blog_id=8565 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Betting-Notes:-Buffalo-seeks-revenge-on-Boston-after-vicious-hit-on-goalie&blog_id=8565 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:54:16 PST Blog The New York Rangers head to South Florida tonight to face the first place Southeast Division Florida Panthers. I have made no mistake in the early going of this 2011 NHL season of my love for both squads. They have been hot out of the gate and have what it takes to make a run at the Eastern Conference this season. The key has http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-New-York-Rangers-at-Florida-Panthers&blog_id=8564 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NHL-Handicapper-Free-Play:-New-York-Rangers-at-Florida-Panthers&blog_id=8564 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:36:11 PST Sammy P Blog Week 11 NFL favorites went 10-4 straight up and 6-6-2 against the spread. For the season, betting favorites are 75-78-7 ATS. Last season betting favorites went 123-128-7 ATS (48%). A few close wins or losses could have the overall records slightly different based on closing lines and sportsbook. Five division games in Week 11 and division underdogs went 2-3 SU and 3-1-1 ATS. Home underdogs went 1-1 SU and 2-0 ATS, and for the season home underdogs are 17-28 SU and 23-21-1 ATS. Totals went 6-8 over/under with http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-11&blog_id=8563 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay:-Inside-the-NFL-Betting-Numbers-Week-11&blog_id=8563 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:26:19 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Keeping the streak alive, rumors are now circulating that various Hawaii football players participated in point shaving. Why? Because the universitys admissions office received an anonymous letter saying so. And of course the Warriors are 4-7 ATS this season. Sounds like and open and shut case. The local authorities however arent ready to start throwing people in the clink. As of late yesterday the Honolulu Police http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Anonymous-letter-triggers-point-shaving-allegations-at-Hawaii-police-not-buying-it&blog_id=8562 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Anonymous-letter-triggers-point-shaving-allegations-at-Hawaii-police-not-buying-it&blog_id=8562 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:51:34 PST Blog According to Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay, theyve taken nothing but Raiders money since it was announced that Jay Cutler would be out with a broken thumb. Oakland was reopened at -3.5 but has steadily climbed to as high as -5.5 (CRIS). Kornegay say while Caleb Hanie is a drop-off, it isnt as significant as most bettors think. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-With-Cutler-out-bettors-continue-to-pile-on-Raiders&blog_id=8561 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-With-Cutler-out-bettors-continue-to-pile-on-Raiders&blog_id=8561 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:35:53 PST Blog A rivalry that is likely to get damp with heavy rains expected for tonights Miami (OH) at Ohio game. Temperatures however are expected to be balmy. From a run-game perspective, the Bobcats hold a significant edge on offense with 209.6 ypg, 4.76 ypc averages against MAC foes. Miami meanwhile has the worst rushing offense in the league at 73.0 ypg and 2.3 ypc. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Alert:-Heavy-rains-expected-for-Miami-(OH)-vs-Ohio&blog_id=8560 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Betting-Alert:-Heavy-rains-expected-for-Miami-(OH)-vs-Ohio&blog_id=8560 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:49:42 PST Blog We have two teams here that have been heading in opposite directions for the better part of two months now. USF has been a train wreck since late September, losers of five of its last six games overall. Theyve covered just one spread in their last seven contests and were favored in each game. Louisville meanwhile http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Pointspread-Preview:-Louisville-Cardinals-vs-South-Florida-Bulls&blog_id=8559 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAAF-Pointspread-Preview:-Louisville-Cardinals-vs-South-Florida-Bulls&blog_id=8559 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:22:51 PST Marty Otto Blog Cantor Gaming announced it will expand its live wagering menu to include moneylines, pointspreads and totals on all NFL games for the remainder of the season. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cantor-Gaming-makes-live-wagering-available-on-all-NFL-games&blog_id=8558 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Cantor-Gaming-makes-live-wagering-available-on-all-NFL-games&blog_id=8558 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:48:38 PST Blog I understand that Portland lost a handful of key players from last years team but I still trust the program and theyve shown me enough to give them a look tonight at Santa Barbara. Last year, the Pilots beat the Gauchos 75-63 as 3.5-point favorites. The core group of that UP has since graduated but the line adjustment to me is massive. Portland opened the season with two solid wins against Florida Atlantic http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-Portland-Pilots-at-UC-Santa-Barbara-Gauchos&blog_id=8557 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Preview:-Portland-Pilots-at-UC-Santa-Barbara-Gauchos&blog_id=8557 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:36:53 PST Andrew Lange Blog It is absolutely amazing what politicians will say these days. Take these pro and anti gambling supporters. Barney Frank compared the current poker ban to Prohibition a needless law that obviously doesnt/didnt work. Yeah, we can get behind that theory. Frank then however spit out this gem when he said a lot fewer people die these days because booze is clean and regulated as oppose to bad and illegal. Huh http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Goofball-politicians-state-their-case-for-pro-and-anti-online-gambling&blog_id=8556 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Goofball-politicians-state-their-case-for-pro-and-anti-online-gambling&blog_id=8556 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:46:15 PST Blog The Backyard Brawl rivalry commences this weekend in Morgantown with West Virginia playing host to Pittsburgh. Perhaps some bad blood between the two head coaches as Dana Holgorsen accused (and supposedly caught) then Tulsa coach Todd Graham of having his player fake injuries to slow down the Cougars offense during a 2009 game. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Backyard-Brawl-Gambling:-West-Virginia-and-Pitt-try-to-stay-in-Big-East-race&blog_id=8555 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Backyard-Brawl-Gambling:-West-Virginia-and-Pitt-try-to-stay-in-Big-East-race&blog_id=8555 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:47:01 PST Blog It has been a rough start for the Georgia offense with just 60.8 ppg through its first four games. The young Bulldogs have hit only 38% from the field and 23% from the three-point line. They have not faced a very tough schedule of defenses either, as they beat Wofford, Bowling Green and South Dakota State before losing to California last night. The offensive woes for Georgia are self-inflicted. They just dont have many weapons to use in their half-court offense. Freshman Ken Caldwell-Pope and senior Gerald Robinson http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Notre-Dame-Fighting-Irish-vs-Georgia-Bulldogs&blog_id=8554 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Free-Pick:-Notre-Dame-Fighting-Irish-vs-Georgia-Bulldogs&blog_id=8554 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:03:07 PST Brent Crow Blog If you were to guess a coach who follows the pointspread and uses it to motivate his team, USCs Lane Kiffin would probably be one of your first few choices. Kiffin checked out the line prior to last Saturdays game against Oregon and was shocked he claimed +19, though offshore the game opened +14/+15, peaked +17, and closed +15. Wonder what Kiffin thinks about the -14.5 his Trojans are laying against rival UCLA on Saturday? http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Monte-Kiffin-didnt-agree-with-oddsmakers-prior-to-Oregon-game&blog_id=8553 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Football-Gambling:-Monte-Kiffin-didnt-agree-with-oddsmakers-prior-to-Oregon-game&blog_id=8553 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 07:26:10 PST Blog We entered the week 8-2 in college basketball with a slew of tournaments upcoming this holiday weekend. Despite a fairly conservative approach, I can tell you with confidence that early season basketball is one of the best times of the year to be taking advantage of the betting lines and producing profit if youve done your homework and prepared your plan of attack. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay:-College-Basketball-betting-and-pointspread-results&blog_id=8552 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=Fairway-Jay:-College-Basketball-betting-and-pointspread-results&blog_id=8552 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 07:01:05 PST Jay Ginsbach Blog Vanderbilt head coach Kevin Stallings voiced his opinion about his teams lack of defense thus far. The Commodores have been without the services of 6-11 center Festus Ezeli (knee). They ranked near the bottom nationally in 2-pt. FG defense at 54.9%. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Vanderbilt-defense-struggles-without-Ezeli&blog_id=8551 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=College-Basketball-Gambling:-Vanderbilt-defense-struggles-without-Ezeli&blog_id=8551 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:38:33 PST Blog Thoughts on tonights Monday Football contest between the Patriots and Chiefs from Hilton oddsmaker Jay Kornegay. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-New-England-steamed-up-to-a--17-point-favorite-over-Chiefs&blog_id=8550 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-New-England-steamed-up-to-a--17-point-favorite-over-Chiefs&blog_id=8550 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:49:37 PST Blog Even with the season only two weeks old, it is rare to see a six-point line move on a side. Bettors have been peppering UMass since the opener of +2.5 and based on the results, you can hardly blame them. Boston College is one of only a handful of teams not to have a single returning starter and the impact has shown with the Eagles barely beating New Hampshire at home and getting waxed by 22 on the road against http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-UMass-pounded-up-to--45-vs-Boston-College&blog_id=8549 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NCAA-Basketball-Betting-Alert:-UMass-pounded-up-to--45-vs-Boston-College&blog_id=8549 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:54:19 PST Blog Our annual Thanksgiving All Sports Special is now available! Purchase the handicapper of your choice and get all sports coverage for the rest of the month for only $149. Youll get all of the plays (10*, 15* and 20*), NFL, College Football and College Basketball through next Wednesday for one low cost. Purchase online or call the office at 1-800-575-3069. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=TURKEY-DAY-SHOOTOUT:-All-Sports-Special-Offer-$149&blog_id=8548 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=TURKEY-DAY-SHOOTOUT:-All-Sports-Special-Offer-$149&blog_id=8548 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:14:32 PST Blog I watched the Buffalo-Miami game start to finish yesterday and theres no doubt the cluster of injuries for the Bills are having an effect. Head coach Chan Gaileys quote is a customary line when coaches know their team is in a bit of trouble. The article doesnt even mention safety George Wilson who was out yesterday http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Extensive-injury-report-for-Buffalo-Bills&blog_id=8547 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Gambling-Notes:-Extensive-injury-report-for-Buffalo-Bills&blog_id=8547 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:27:46 PST Rob Veno Blog Chicago quarterback Jay Cutler will have surgery on his broken thumb. There is no timetable for his return though reports indicate hell likely miss the rest of the regular season. The Bears will now turn to back-up Caleb Hanie who has yet to play a snap this season. Chicago is currently tied for the NFCs third best record at 7-3. They continue their four-game set against the AFC West on Sunday with a trip to Oakland. http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Chicago-Bears-lose-Cutler-plan-to-start-Hanie-vs-Raiders&blog_id=8546 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=NFL-Handicapping:-Chicago-Bears-lose-Cutler-plan-to-start-Hanie-vs-Raiders&blog_id=8546 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:08:52 PST Blog Pro-sports betting editorial from nj.com that is also realistic about its future as a moneymaker. The author points out that sports betting generates only a small fraction of gaming revenue in Nevada (1.2 percent to be exact). And assuming that sports betting becomes legalized in New Jersey something unlikely to occur anytime soon neighboring states will likely want a piece of the pie. So while legalized http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-sports-betting-nice-in-theory-but-still-a-long-ways-off&blog_id=8545 http://www.sportsmemo.com/blogs/view/?name=New-Jersey-sports-betting-nice-in-theory-but-still-a-long-ways-off&blog_id=8545 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:59:05 PST Blog Oregon got some disappointing news this weekend when five-star recruit and starting guard Jabari Brown decided Eugene wasnt the right fit. Brown reportedly cleaned out his locker though head coach Dana Altman tried to talk him out of it and is leaving the door open for