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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Calvin King
[1%] Free Play on Bucks over 227½ -110
Ricky Tran
Ricky's 1* play on Under.
Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant.
- The Under is 6-2 in UMBC's last 8 games.
- The Under is 4-2 in Howard last 6 games.
- The Under is 5-3 in Howard last 8 games played in March.
Verdict: Points should be hard to come by in this game.
Kyle Hunter
Free Play on UNC Wilmington- The Yale Bulldogs lost in disappointing fashion in the Ivy League title game. I think they are likely disappointed to be in this position, because they fully expected to make the NCAA Tournament. They were a double digit favorite in the Ivy League title game. Head Coach James Jones of Yale is 0-3 ATS in the smaller postseason tournaments.
UNC Wilmington has had quite a bit of time off, and they have a deep team that is capable of doing damage. I'll grab the points here.
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Matt Sullivan
1* Bet on UNLV +3
Ray Monohan
Blue Jackets +120
Columbus is the move as they need every win possible in the midst of the playoff race. Columbus continues to not only be on a points streak, but they also are playing their best hockey at the right time. They’ve fared very well at home in general and Greaves will be back in net. He owns a GAA of just 2.64 and will be a huge piece in this matchup. Ray’s daily FREE plays are meant to be cheap bankroll plays. Money management is everything in this game, and these freebies are designed to keep you moving in the right direction. Tonight’s FREE selection is a strong lean on CBUS ML. The number makes sense, the spot is right, and it’s a play worth taking. You know what to do. Good luck — Razor Ray.
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Bobby Conn
1* Free Play on Cal-Irvine -2½ -115
Frank Sawyer
FRANK’S CUTTING ROOM FLOOR FOR TUESDAY, 3/17:
My “Cutting Room Floor” plays are the situations I considered the closest to being worthy of investment but did not make the “final cut” for my official plays today for subscribers. The last play I cut for Tuesday is on Seattle minus the points versus St. Thomas (MN) in the first round of the NIT. Seattle (20-13) saw their four-game winning streak snapped in a 61-58 loss to Pacific as a 1.5-point underdog back on March 7th in the West Coast Conference tournament. The Redhawks have covered the point spread in 6 of their last 7 games at home after a straight-up loss. They have also covered the point spread in 5 of their last 6 games at home with the Total set in the 140s. St. Thomas (23-9) had won three games in a row before their 67-66 upset loss to North Dakota as an 11.5-point favorite in the Summit League tournament on March 7th. The Tommies have failed to cover the point spread in 4 straight games on the road as an underdog. They have failed to cover the point spread in 5 of their last 8 games on the road against teams outside the Summit League. Take Seattle minus the points. Best of luck — Frank.
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Brian Bitler
For my best free pick on Tuesday in college basketball NIT action I am looking at the UNLV Running Rebels at the UC Irvine Ant Eaters. UNLV has the far worse on paper record but are on another level talent level though compared to the Ant Eaters. UC Irvine has been a cover machine as of late covering 7 of the last 9 games which should draw in a ton of action on them. One thing UC has going for them is a top rated defense but I look for UNLV to really be tough to keep up with scoring wise.
Play on the UNLV Running Rebels plus the points
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Andrew Gold
1% GOLD RUSH on Bruins +1½
Joe Duffy
When the projected math total creates a significant edge versus the posted number, we’re effectively leveraging the oddsmakers’ own framework against them. Our totals database tracks overs and unders separately by sport, so while the records are segmented, the combined performance reinforces the same core edge.
This specific UNDER angle has delivered at a strong 1921-1489-89 clip, validating the long-term reliability of the approach.
My outlaw line has this a notch below our premium pick threshold, but a very strong bet.
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Jack Jones
Jack's Free Pick Tuesday: Sacramento Kings +13.5
The Sacramento Kings have quietly gone 4-1 SU & 5-0 ATS in their last five games overall. They have some nice young talent that they are giving some run here at the end of the season, and they actually play hard unlike many of the other supposed tanking teams.
The spot favors the Kings tonight. They had yesterday off, while the San Antonio Spurs were in a 119-115 battle at the Clippers last night. That was a Clippers team playing without Kawhi Leonard to boot.
Now the Spurs will be playing the 2nd of a back-to-back and their 8th game in 13 days tonight. Don't be surprised if they elect to rest some guys given the tough situation. Sacramento is 2-2 SU & 3-1 ATS in its last four meetings with San Antonio. Bet the Kings Tuesday.
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Jimmy Boyd
1* Free Pick on NC State -105
NC State is the wrong underdog in this matchup. They are playing their most efficient basketball of the season at exactly the right time.
Texas has looked sluggish over the last two weeks. Their offensive flow has disappeared and they are settling for far too many contested jumpers.
The Longhorns currently rank outside the top 100 in turnover percentage. NC State’s aggressive perimeter defense is built to exploit that specific weakness.
The Wolfpack are forcing nearly 14 turnovers per game lately. Those extra possessions are going to be the difference-makers in a game with such a thin margin.
NC State also holds a massive advantage at the free-throw line. They shoot over 76% as a team and are excellent at drawing contact in the paint.
Texas is relying too much on individual playmaking rather than ball movement. Their assist-to-turnover ratio has been a disaster against high-pressure units.
The Wolfpack have been much better at limiting second-chance points lately. They are crashing the boards with way more intensity than the Longhorns.
NC State's effective field goal percentage has climbed steadily through the post-season. They are finding high-quality looks and finishing consistently at the rim.
Texas is just 2-7 against the spread in their last nine games as a favorite. They consistently underperform when they are expected to control the tempo.
The physical style of NC State is going to wear Texas down by the middle of the second half. The Wolfpack have the deeper rotation and better overall conditioning.
This line should have NC State as a small favorite. We are getting great value on a team that is more balanced on both ends of the floor.
Bet NC State ML (-105).
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Dave Price
Dave's Tuesday Free Play:
1* on UMBC +1
The Key: UMBC has gone 15-1 SU & 14-2 ATS in its last 16 games overall with its lone loss coming on the road against Vermont. The Retrievers avenged that defeat with a 74-59 win over the Catamounts to punch their tickets into the NCAA Tournament. They only lost by 6 at Dayton and by 9 at Georgetown in the non-conference. They have been healthy during this 15-1 run and have 3 stud guards averaging at least 12.0 PPG apiece. Howard lost by 21 at home to Missouri, by 20 at Northwestern and by 37 at Duke in their 3 toughest non-conference games. Take UMBC.
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John Martin
1 Unit FREE PLAY Wyoming +7
Wichita State lost to South Florida 70-55 on Sunday in the AAC Championship Game. I think the Shockers will still be in 'shock', pun intended, from that defeat. They lost out on a chance to make the NCAA Tournament and will be disappointed to be playing in the NIT now. They will also be playing their 3rd game in 4 days. Wyoming lost 73-70 to UNLV in what was a road game for them in Las Vegas in the opening round of the Mountain West Tournament on March 11th. The Cowboys have had the last five days off to recover and prepare to try and make a run in the NIT. They will be the more excited team to be here, and motivation is everything in the NIT. Give me Wyoming.
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Steve Janus
1* Free Sharp Play on Suns +6½ -110
Rob Vinciletti
Tuesday card has the N.I.T Round 1 Play of the Year headlining from a 100% totals System. There is also a big 5* NBA Play and a Perfect Play in to stay in side in NCAAB Action. Comp play below.
The Tuesday Comp play is on Seattle at 10 eastern. Seattle enters round 1 of the N.I.T on a 4-1 run and they apply to a solid system that has cashed 10 straight which pertains to home teams with more than 5 days rest. Seattle has won 8 of 10 at home vs non conference teams and they have St. Thomas coming in tonight and they lost in their conference tournament game as an 11 point favorite to North Dakota. ST. Thomas is 1-5 straight up and to the spread of late as a road dog. Look for Seattle to get the cover. GL Rob V-
Doc's Sports
Free Play from Doc’s Sports. Take #759 Queens Royals +25.5 over Purdue Boilermakers (7:35p.m., Friday, March 20 TruTV) Purdue showed up in Chicago for the Big 10 Tournament but they have not played well during the second half of the season. We will grab the points with the Royals on Friday night in St. Louis, MO. Purdue is nowhere near as strong on defense this year and many of their stars are not shooting it well. They got a cakewalk to the Big 10 Finals by getting to play a depleted UCLA team on Saturday. They are overseeded and are not a strong two seed. The Royals can score points and should get hot at some point in this game to cover this spread. Do not miss out on Doc’s Sports Weekend Card featuring top plays in basketball, hockey, and other sports. Sign-up now and let 54 years of handicapping experience work for you.
Jim Feist
NBA
03/17/2026 (4:10 PT / 7:10 ET)
517. OKC THUNDER at 518. ORLANDO MAGIC
Oklahoma City is in full championship-caliber form, and this matchup gives them every advantage you want when isolating one premium release: Elite record and efficiency — OKC has been one of the league’s top teams wire-to-wire. Their pressure defense, length, and rotations hold up in any building. Orlando has been inconsistent, especially against top-tier offenses that can stretch them out.
Take the Thunder to cover here on Tuesday
Jim's FREE Play : 517. THUNDER -9.5 (4:10 PT / 7:10 ET)
Brandon Lee
Tuesday's CBB Free Pick
PLAY ON: Texas +1
Sean Murphy
My selection is on New York minus the points over Indiana at 7:40 pm et on Tuesday.
The Knicks had their hands full with the Thunder on Sunday, needing a second half rally to pull out a win but non-cover. I expect them to have a much easier time on Tuesday as they host the injury-riddled Pacers, who are simply playing out the string at this point. Indiana can only send a G-League calibre lineup to the court on most nights due to a long list of injuries. The Pacers did give the Knicks all they could handle last Friday in Indiana but that was thanks to an off shooting night from New York (42% from the field and 29% from three-point range). As I mentioned, Sunday's game against the Thunder ended up being a close call for the Knicks but that was a difficult spot returning home on just one day of rest following a five-game road trip that took them all over the map. There is a chance we see New York rest Jalen Brunson in this game but I'm not sure that it matters. This has been a tightly-contested series in three previous meetings this season but I think the Pacers are out of gas at this point, checking in on a 13-game losing streak, going 1-12 ATS over that stretch. Take New York (8*).
Mike Lundin
UMBC vs Howard CBB Free Pick
The Angle(s): Howard is 7-2 against the spread as underdogs and 3-2 straight up and 4-1 against the spread as underdogs of seven points or fewer. UMBC is riding a program-best 12-game winning streak but I think it's about to come to an end here.
The Bet: Howard (2%).
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PSP Data Driven 1* Blackhawks.
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