Entering Monday's action, Ben's biggest pro/college basketball plays (4% and up).are up an AWESOME +343.15 units the past fee seasons, the #1 record on the network. Amazingly, Ben's long-term numbers are even better.
The All-Time Basketball Champion is adding to those stats with a beauty from Tuesday's NBA card. Make sure you're on board!
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Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| CBB | (645) Oregon at (646) Nebraska: Spread | 9:00pm EST - Jan 13/2026 |
The PLAY: Oregon +10.5 (-108)
Needless to say, the Cornhuskers are off to a much better start than the Ducks. That said, I don't feel they're ready to be laying double-digits against them. The Ducks weren't happy with the way they lost their last game. Coach Altman is going to demand their best effort. Altman's back in his "old neighborhood," as he was a long-time coach at nearby Creighton. (He was 10-7 against Nebraska with the Bluejays, incl. three wins at Pinnacle Bank Arena.)
The Ducks have eight losses on the season but only one of those came by greater than 11 points - and that was a situation where they were playing their second game in two days. Four of Nebraska's five Big Ten wins came by six points or less. Last season's lone meeting was decided by six points, the Huskers scoring an upset at Oregon. Don't be shocked if the Ducks rise to the occasion and return the favor. *good at +10 or better
Ben Burns is the All-Time Basketball Champion
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NBA | (533) Utah Jazz at (534) Cleveland Cavaliers: Spread | 7:10pm EST - Jan 12/2026 |
The PLAY: Cleveland Cavaliers -13.0 (-110)
CLEVELAND. The Cavaliers got back on track last game. Their 12-point win over Minnesota salvaged a split of the home-and-home series with the T-Wolves. Order restored, healthier than they've been and stepping down in class to face a poor Utah team, the Cavs should win comfortably. They've beaten Utah by 16, 11 and 29 points the past three meetings, an average of nearly 19. The Jazz lost by 55 points to Charlotte on Sunday. They're 1-6 their last seven, 0-4 on the road. Do they really even want to win? It won't matter tonight. Facing Mitchell's former team, the Cavs should win by 20+.
Ben Burns is the All-Time Basketball Champion. He'll be adding to his current 16-3 big game hoops record today.
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders need a big win, many turn to Ben Burns. Known for consistently delivering on his biggest plays, Ben's reputation is legendary, making him the most popular handicapper in Covers history. With numerous documented #1 titles, he's proven his expertise time and time again. Beyond sports handicapping, he's also secured multiple DFS prizes of $300K or more.
Ben is a firm believer in hard work, dedicating long hours alongside a committed team. He handicaps all major North American sports, utilizing a wide range of strategies to gain an edge. His O/U selections are internationally recognized, and on most days, he releases 2-5 plays.