Iona @ Richmond -1

[ksatch]

I know that Iona has been decent on the road, but isn't this a good spot to take Richmond here? If somebody has some insight as to why this line is so low, I would like to hear it.

[ksatch]

Correction, Richmond +1

[lite1up]

Depends on who controls the tempo. Contrast of styles between a run and gun Iona team versus a slow-paced Richmond team.

Iona has the better athletes and overall better team. Have played a tougher schedule than Richmond and aside from shitting the bed against Marshall, have been in every game and even imposed their will against Purdue in a game they should've won.

I like Iona in this spot to bounce back big from that ugly loss to Marshall. Iona is the more experienced team and will wear down Richmond.

Iona 78, Richmond 73

[naslax13]

Iona's coach is an absolute monster, would find it hard to bet against that guy in any game. He's done wonders coaching at CW Post. Check his track record, he is the reason they are surging this year.

[Ab34]

Watched the Marshall Iona game from about 3 rows behind Iona bench where my season Marshall tickets are, great coach players play hard and keep a level head (besides machado) Glover is a beast down low and until you see his body in person you just dont understand the size and athletisism he has, I think Iona wins this one by 8+

[bfour]

This is Iona's 5th road game in a row, part of a stretch of 8 road games in December without a single home game. I'm leaning heavily toward Richmond. Iona seems more talented to me but this seems to be a horrible spot for the Gaels.

[No coincidences]

This is Iona's 5th road game in a row, part of a stretch of 8 road games in December without a single home game. I'm leaning heavily toward Richmond. Iona seems more talented to me but this seems to be a horrible spot for the Gaels.

Agree.

5th in the last 12 days.

Both teams coming off blowout losses. Interesting to see who bounces back more.

[itseasy3]

Iona is probably the hottest team in the country at the moment...minus the Marshall game.

[BernardMadoff]

If only Iona played some defense.

[bfour]

I'm playing Richmond for 1.5 units.

[chinoloco212]

richmond big time LOVING the spot!

[thebestthereis]

when i see two teams with contrasting styles of play i like to play to the home team's style. under here imo.

[hoop guru]

richmond/iona under 69 1st half

[lite1up]

when i see two teams with contrasting styles of play i like to play to the home team's style. under here imo.

Agreed. Total is set high enough (147.5 and climbing) to make a play on the under. Although Iona went into Denver and dictated the pace of that game, winning 80-78 against a team with a similar style of play. That was at the beginning of Iona's road trip, however...fatigue may be more of a factor in this spot and I see Richmond as marginally better than Denver.

[chinoloco212]

if this a under game iona has no chance to win it, so under and richmond parlay might be a good idea as well

[lite1up]

if this a under game iona has no chance to win it, so under and richmond parlay might be a good idea as well

Was thinking the same thing...Iona isn't going to win a halfcourt 30 second possession struggle..

[Luv2Play2]

both my books have iona taking a big hit early.. -1 to -2 '

[thebestthereis]

Agreed. Total is set high enough (147.5 and climbing) to make a play on the under. Although Iona went into Denver and dictated the pace of that game, winning 80-78 against a team with a similar style of play. That was at the beginning of Iona's road trip, however...fatigue may be more of a factor in this spot and I see Richmond as marginally better than Denver.

I was just speaking general terms and how I approach these situations. I don't know anything about either team nor have I watched them play. No bet for me here, but good luck if you guys do.

[escoot]

richmond big time LOVING the spot!

Game is being played in the middle of the day. Probably the worst "homecourt" advantage Richmond will have all year. That sad brutal travel spot for Iona

[Ch Br]

both my books have iona taking a big hit early.. -1 to -2 '

GOOD come on baby [public] do what you do best, POUND those how favorites ..... so i can take Richmond at +3.5....... MAYYYBBBEE +4

im anxiously awaiting your play public

[Luv2Play2]

no doubt

GOOD come on baby [public] do what you do best, POUND those how favorites ..... so i can take Richmond at +3.5....... MAYYYBBBEE +4

im anxiously awaiting your play public

lets take home an early winner
put in half my bet @ +3 if i get 3' ill grab the other hlf.. if it drops to +2 b4 tip ill dbl up bol all

[IndyBlue360]

GOOD come on baby [public] do what you do best, POUND those how favorites ..... so i can take Richmond at +3.5....... MAYYYBBBEE +4

im anxiously awaiting your play public

I had to laugh at this, because I'm doing the same exact thing. Just saw it go up to 3.5 on Bodog...correction, Bodog is now called Bovada, so tempted to take that moneyline even! Good luck!

[Ch Br]

I had to laugh at this, because I'm doing the same exact thing. Just saw it go up to 3.5 on Bodog...correction, Bodog is now called Bovada, so tempted to take that moneyline even! Good luck!

if my book [a chi based private] doesnt go to 3.5, i might have to take the hit and buy the hook... i dont want a push!!!

[nimbuszero]

I just went with Iona over 35 1H. They've only failed to pass that mark once in 10 games. They seem to slow down considerably in 2H, but I like my chances with this play

[AceKingHigh]

Good luck everyone.. I hope I won't lose this one.. went with Iona -1

[nimbuszero]

Woot, it was close but Iona is still my 1H superstar this year. I'm glad I don't have anything on the 2H though!