Take the points tonight!

[Drew0585]

Purdue +8.5 - This is a lot of points for 2 very competitive teams at this point in the season. I think Purdue will slow the game down and limit the production of Duke's big 3. Everyone seems to have written Purdue off, but they are still a very solid team. Purdue does have a significant size disadvantage, but as long as Johnson doesn't get into foul trouble, I like Purdue to cover.

St. Mary's +5 - I know everyone is on Baylor, because of Dunn, Carter, and their size/length inside, but I like the fundamental team in St. Mary's getting points in this spot. They shoot well from beyond the arc, make their free throws, and don't turn the ball over often. I think Samhan will have a big game and if he gets doubled he's got McConnell (52%), Dellavedova (41%), and Allen (39%) to knock down 3's. This will be a close game with Baylor maybe winning, but I think it's closer than a 5 point differential.

Tennessee +4.5 - Tennessee has proven they can play with and beat any team in the nation (Kansas, Kentucky). If they show up and play to their ability as they should in a big game like this, they will win. I think Tennessee gives Ohio State matchup problems in this game with Chism, Prince, and Hopson. Ohio State does have probably the best player in the tournament in Turner, but he can't do everything. Another close game, I'm taking the points.

[big0mar]

I like Tenn and Purdue. I think the Baylor game is a no play for me.

[khaden]

imo duke will be too much for purdue and pull away in the second half

[sweethook]

GL parlay that with n.iowa and mich.st over121- ,

[JW Cash]

Money going on St Marys now..

Its +4 1/2 now at Greek...was + 5 all day

Whats it all mean ??

[STAY STRONG]

love the dogs tonight

[jagaf22]

Dogs bark tonight...but do they bite

[LuckyDawg]

Completely on the opposite side.
Purdue is going to have trouble coming up with enough offense to hang with Duke. I'd be surprised if Purdue scores any higher than low 50's. This has the makings of the Cornell/UK game. Duke by at least 12.

I'm going with the team that has been there before. 2 out of 3 of the last NCAA tourney and the championship game in the NIT. Samhan is just happy to be playing, you can tell by his actions off the court. It may be close most of the game but in the end, take the experience and the team that's basically playing a home game. This spread should be at least 8 IMO.
Now if you want to talk about a guy that's going to ge his team a win...it's Turner. This game is the easiest in my opinion to pick. Tenn does not have the man power to hold down Turner and even if they shut him down Ohio St. has too many weapons. They have three other guys (Lighty,Buford, and Diebler) that will have no problem scoring 18-25 a piece. Total mismatch here. Ohio St. by 10.
Goodluck either way, this is just my .02. Have a great friday!!!

[LuckyDawg]

Completely on the opposite side.
Purdue is going to have trouble coming up with enough offense to hang with Duke. I'd be surprised if Purdue scores any higher than low 50's. This has the makings of the Cornell/UK game. Duke by at least 12.

I'm going with the team that has been there before. 2 out of 3 of the last NCAA tourney and the championship game in the NIT. Samhan is just happy to be playing, you can tell by his actions off the court. It may be close most of the game but in the end, take the experience and the team that's basically playing a home game. This spread should be at least 8 IMO.
Now if you want to talk about a guy that's going to ge his team a win...it's Turner. This game is the easiest in my opinion to pick. Tenn does not have the man power to hold down Turner and even if they shut him down Ohio St. has too many weapons. They have three other guys (Lighty,Buford, and Diebler) that will have no problem scoring 18-25 a piece. Total mismatch here. Ohio St. by 10.
Goodluck either way, this is just my .02. Have a great friday!!!

Also had M.S.U. so 3-1 on the night so I can't complain.