deskgameNew York’s total points line is 23.5, which would require them to match their season-high in scoring. Perhaps one of these teams can find their groove offensively, but the combined effort required to go over 44 is unlikely.
deskgameAs a comparison, in cold and rainy conditions at Tennessee in January of 2022, Tagovailoa passed for 205 yards as Miami scored three points. Tyreek Hill’s production is down now, too, and Jaylen Waddle is battling a knee injury.
deskgameAuburn lost its only meeting with Duke (+750). The public also likes Houston (+1200), Gonzaga (+1600), and UConn (+1600).
deskgameLike Auburn, Alabama has balanced scoring at the top. Five players average double figures, led by Mark Sears’ 18.3 points. Fellow returner Grant Nelson has been pivotal, too. He averages 13.1 points and a team-high 8.8 rebounds.
deskgameRiding on a career season from superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor, a breakout campaign from Mark Vientos, and a career season from Sean Manaea, among other heroics, there is tremendous optimism heading into the offseason. The positive buzz surrounding the team might be at its highest since the Mike Piazza era.
