deskgameBruce Pearl’s Auburn Tigers are the betting favorite to win the first men’s national basketball championship in school history. The Tigers have roared through their schedule thus far. They are one of two (Duke is the other) ranked top 10 nationally in offensive and defensive efficiency at KenPom on the tenth-strongest schedule.
deskgameThen there’s this trend: Washington coach Dan Quinn is 0-10 straight up and 1-9 ATS when coming off an upset loss. This shows that Quinn has not been good at getting his team back on track.
deskgameNotre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard is the straw that stirs the drink for the Fighting Irish.
deskgameOn Sunday, Miami also must win to get in with help, but the Jets (+1) can play spoiler a against their longtime hated rivals. Denver (-10.5) can win and clinch a wild card berth with a win over the Chiefs, who are expected to rest key starters.
deskgameState legislation will strengthen protections in the gaming industry for children and chronic gamblers and increase taxes on online gambling and sports betting.
