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Free Total Annihilator On Pirates vs Rays over 9 -110

1* Free Pick on Dayton +3½ -110

Ricky's 1* play on SEA.

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.

- Seattle is 5-1 in its last 6 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference.

- Florida is 1-5 in its last 6 games on the road.

- Florida are 5-8 in their last 13 games.

Verdict: The value is on the home Underdog.

It seems the Pacers haven't won a game since Reggie Miller was on the team. That's fine with Indiana, who have turned tanking into an art form.

The NBA has a serious problem when teams such as the Pacers want to lose. The Bucks certainly will try to do their best to accommodate the Pacers.

Milwaukee might not have superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo because of a calf injury. He is questionable. Indiana lists eight players as either questionable or doubtful. On that list is Pascal Siakam, who has a knee injury. He is as valuable to the Pacers as Antetokounmpo is to Milwaukee.

No team wants to lose to the Pacers, who have the worst record in the league at 15-52. Milwaukee is 3-0 versus the Pacers this season with two of those victories being achieved without Antetokounmpo.

You have to go before the All-Star break to find the last time the Pacers won. That was on Feb. 11. I am not sure which is more egregious - the Pacers losing their last 12 games, or only covering once during these past dozen games?  

The Bucks have lost four in a row. Those losses, however, were against the Hawks - winners of nine in a row - Heat, Suns and Magic. Those four opponents are a combined 38 games above .500.

The last time Milwaukee went against a bad opponent was five games ago at home against the Jazz, another tanking team. The Bucks blew out the Jazz, 113-99. 

1* Bet on Pennsylvania +10

Recommended Bet: Cercle Brugge -101

Michigan has been the best team in the conference all season, as well as one of the top teams in the country. They have had a couple of close games in the tournament, but they will put it all together against Purdue.

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Our models suggest that the value is on the Underdog. San Jose are 4-1 ATS in their last 6 games. San Jose are 5-3 ATS in their last 8 road games.

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After cross-referencing our most trusted indicators — including proprietary power ratings, sharp market intelligence, and multiple predictive models — only one play qualifies today. When that happens, it’s a signal that the edge is significant.

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1* Free Pick on Rays -135

Tampa Bay has the clear pitching advantage in this Sunday matchup.
The Rays are starting an arm who excels at missing bats and inducing weak fly balls.
His FIP is significantly lower than his current ERA, which points to some major positive regression starting today.

The Pirates' offense has gone cold over their last few outings.
They are struggling to string hits together and are leaving too many runners in scoring position.
Pittsburgh is currently bottom-five in the league in strikeout rate against high-velocity righties.

Tampa’s bullpen is the deepest in the league and gives them a massive edge in the late innings.
They have multiple high-leverage relievers with an xFIP under 3.50 available and rested for this game.
The Pirates' relief unit has been shaky, posting one of the highest walk rates in the majors recently.

Giving free passes to this Rays lineup is a recipe for a quick exit.
Tampa Bay ranks near the top of the league in both on-base percentage and stolen bases.
They are masters at manufacturing runs without needing the long ball to bail them out.

The Pirates have struggled defensively on the road, leading to a high number of unearned runs.
The Rays also have a significant rest advantage heading into this afternoon.
They have historically performed well at home when their primary high-leverage arms are fully available.

The market is giving too much respect to a Pirates team that lacks the roster depth to compete over nine innings.
The talent gap between these two rotations is the biggest factor in this specific price.
Expect the Rays to take control of the strike zone early and put constant pressure on the Pittsburgh defense.

This line should be much higher based on the current pitching metrics and recent form.
Tampa Bay is the much more complete team and the value is on the home favorite.

Bet Rays ML (-135).

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1* FREE INFO PLAY Dayton vs VCU under 141½ -110

1* Free Sharp Play on Anderlecht +137

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PLAY ON: Vanderbilt -1.5

Major League Soccer, few matchups carry the weight of a Cascadia-adjacent rivalry quite like the Seattle Sounders facing off against the San Jose Earthquakes. Tonight's clash at PayPal Park pits a surging home side against a battle-tested visitor, with the Sounders emerging as a compelling underdog pick on the moneyline at +195. While San Jose has stormed out of the gates this season with a flawless 3-0-0 record and a stingy defense that hasn't conceded a single goal, a deeper dive into the trends and stats reveals why backing Seattle to pull off the upset makes sense.

Historically, these two clubs have produced tightly contested affairs, with Seattle holding a slight edge in recent encounters. Over the last three meetings, the Sounders have remained unbeaten, including a thrilling 3-2 victory in their most recent showdown last July. Across a broader sample of 40 head-to-head battles, the wins are evenly split at 14 apiece, with 12 draws underscoring the parity. But when playing on the road against San Jose, Seattle has shown resilience, securing five wins in the last 20 visits to PayPal Park equivalents, often capitalizing on counterattacks and set-piece opportunities. This pattern suggests that even in hostile territory, the Sounders' tactical discipline can disrupt the hosts' rhythm.

Recent form adds another layer to the angle favoring Seattle. The Sounders enter with a 2-0-1 mark, boasting a +2 goal differential that highlights their balanced attack and solid backline. They've been particularly impressive in maintaining possession and creating high-quality chances, averaging over 1.5 expected goals per game in their early outings. Defensively, Seattle has limited opponents to under a goal per match on average, a trend that could exploit any overconfidence from San Jose's hot start. The Earthquakes, while perfect so far, have faced a softer schedule, and their clean-sheet streak might be tested by Seattle's dynamic forwards, who have scored in every game this season.

Betting trends further tilt toward the value in Seattle's moneyline. Underdogs in MLS road games have cashed at a 35% clip this year when facing teams on winning streaks, often due to regression in defensive metrics. San Jose's early-season shutouts are impressive, but league-wide data shows that such runs typically end around the fourth or fifth match, especially against top-tier offenses like Seattle's, which ranks in the top five for shots on target. Additionally, games between these rivals have averaged 2.8 goals over the past five years, with both teams scoring in 60% of encounters,a nod to Seattle's ability to find the net even when not favored.

From a statistical standpoint, Seattle's edge in experience shines through. Their roster features players with over 200 combined MLS appearances in key positions, providing composure in high-pressure spots. San Jose, by contrast, relies on a younger core that has shown flashes but also vulnerabilities in maintaining leads against elite competition. The Sounders' midfield control, evidenced by a 55% possession average in road games last season, could neutralize San Jose's home advantage, where the Earthquakes have dropped points in 40% of matches against Western Conference contenders.

All told, this matchup screams upset potential. Seattle's pedigree, combined with favorable historical trends and key stats, positions them to break San Jose's momentum and secure a hard-fought victory. At +195, the moneyline offers outsized reward for a team that's too often undervalued in these spots

My selection is on Vanderbilt minus the points over Arkansas at 1 pm et on Sunday.

Casual college basketball fans might consider Vanderbilt to be somewhat of a Cinderella team in this tournament after it pulled off the 'upset' win as a double-digit underdog against Florida yesterday. That couldn't be further from the truth of course as the Commodores check in nationally-ranked and 26-7 on the season. They did lose 93-68 against Arkansas during the regular season. Keep in mind, that came at the tail-end of a three-game SU and four-game ATS losing streak back in January. Vandy is obviously playing much better right now - you could argue it has played its best basketball of the entire season in this tournament. Arkansas on the other hand has failed to cover the spread in each of its first two SEC Tournament games and enters uncharted territory on Sunday as it rides a season-high four-game winning streak. You read that right, despite going a strong 25-8, the Hogs have yet to win five games in a row this season. Take Vanderbilt (8*).

Our selection is on the Portland Trail Blazers / Philadelphia 76ers game to finish OVER the total on Sunday at 6:10pm ET for a number of reasons. Here are some of the more important ones:

Portland won last game with 124 points scored. It's playing solid offensive basketball right now.

The Trail Blazers have now gone OVER the total in 13 of their L18 games this season.

Philadelphia got back into the win column too on Saturday. We think it'll play freely tonight.

The Sixers have gone OVER the total in 12 of their L19 games played in the second half of a back-to-back.

The OVER is also 5-1 over the L6 games between these two teams.

The play is on the OVER.

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