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Wednesday, April 08th, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

It’ll be a long time before online betting players get to see this kind of dominance again, as the Connecticut womens’ basketball team bettered their male counterparts The Huskies romped to a 76-54 win over Louisville (their third blowout win over the Cardinals this year), completing a 39-0 season in which they beat all of their opponents by at least 10 points. Tina Charles, the Outstanding Player of the Final Four, capped a brilliant season with a 25-point, 19-rebound performance, as the Huskies held the Cardinals to 31% shooting from the floor.

Next year, the Huskies should be the basketball betting favorites once again. Charles could be back for her senior year, while Maya Moore is only a sophomore. Both could easily play in the WNBA, but they could return to be a part of a dynasty. Since Moore joined the team, the Huskies are 75-2. NBA betting players have been treated to a great season with teams like Cleveland and the Lakers, but you should definitely respect what the UConn women have done this year.

Tuesday, April 07th, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

Well, North Carolina proved the Final Four odds right, romping past Michigan State 89-72 in Monday’s championship game. Here’s a look at the players who owned Detroit, and it’s no surprise that it’s loaded with Tar Heels and Spartans.

C -Goran Suton, Michigan State

The big man struggled with foul troubles in the Final Four betting upset over UConn, but he pulled off a double-double with 17 points and 11 boards, and was probably Michigan State’s best player. With his outside shooting skill, he could be a poor man’s Zydrunas Ilgauskas in the NBA.

F - Tyler Hansbrough, North Carolina

Hansbrough saved his best for last, averaging 18 points and nine boards during the final weekend of the Tournament. He got the national championship he deserved after a highly-decorated career, and now all eyes will be on him to see where he lands in the NBA.

F - Wayne Ellington, North Carolina

Ellington may have the most talent on this squad, and he averaged 19.5 points during Final Four weekend. Ellington was instrumental in the Tar Heels’ fast start against the Spartans, as all 19 of his points came in the first half. He could prove to be an effective scorer off the bench in the NBA.

G - Kalin Lucas, Michigan State

The sophomore guard got a lesson in the Carolina loss, as he committed a game-high six turnovers. Still, Lucas averaged 17 points during the last weekend, and his 21-point performance pushed the Spartans past UConn. He should be one of the top guards in the nation next season, making Michigan State a Final Four betting favorite.

G - Ty Lawson, North Carolina

Ellington won the Final Four’s Outstanding Player, but it should have gone to Lawson, who set an championship-game record with eight steals against Lucas and the Spartans. Lawson put up 21.5 points, 7.0 assists and 5.5 assists, and he was the driving force behind this championship run. He’ll probably go to the NBA, but he’ll always be remembered for this run, as the team that were the Final Four betting favorites all season, came up with the trophy.

And if you missed “One Shining Moment”, here it is, the best part of the NCAA Tournament:
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Thursday, April 02nd, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

It’s time for Final Four betting picks….another NCAA tournament is winding down, and while there’ve been fewer upsets than usual, it’s good when the cream rises to the top. We know we’re being treated to some good quality basketball.

Michigan State vs Connecticut odds - Saturday, April 4, 6:47 PM ET

The Spartans beat Robert Morris, USC and Kansas before saving their best performance for last. Michigan State battered top overall seed Louisville all over the court for a 12-point win, holding the Cardinals to 38.3% from the field. Goran Suton is making a strong case to be on the All-Tournament team, as the big center is playing the best ball of his four-year career. Also, Michigan State isn’t worried about being a Final Four betting underdog: they’re 3-1 this season when the opposition is favored.

The Huskies have been the most impressive team in the Tournament, beating Chattanooga, Texas A&M, Purdue and Missouri by an average of 25.2 points. Only Mizzou really pushed the Huskies, who have outrebounded their opponents by 68. The Huskies have size, outside shooting, a great point guard in A.J. Price, and a future HOF coach in Jim Calhoun. And still, I’m picking against them.

UConn has a Final Four betting spread of four points, but they’ll face a unique problem in the Tournament: Michigan State’s campus is only 75 miles away. The Spartans’ faithful will be out in full force, serving as an extra man against the Huskies. UConn is used to having their way in the post, but they won’t with Michigan State, who is one of only two teams in the nation that is better than the Huskies on the boards. Michigan State coach Tom Izzo is surely no slouch, and he’s had his boys ready for this moment all season. Bet on Michigan State for a Final Four betting upset on Saturday.

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

Two players make a repeat appearance in the Team of the Weekend as we head into Final Four betting, and although one of them won’t get to play this weekend, he probably played himself into a high draft pick in the NBA.

C - Goran Suton, Michigan State

The man in the middle for the Spartans averaged 19.5 points and 9.5 boards in wins over Kansas and Lousiville, and Suton is looking to close out his career at Michigan State with a national title. He’ll be counted on heavily if the Spartans are to stage a Final Four betting upset over Connecticut, but Suton can match up with UConn’s Hasheem Thabeet.

F- Sam Young, Pittsburgh

Young was easily Pitt’s best player during their NCAA run, and he put up 23.5 points against Xavier and Villanova, including 28 in the loss to the Wildcats. Young has an NBA-ready body and game, and staying four years at Pitt was definitely an asset. NBA betting players should keep an eye on this kid.

F- Blake Griffin, Oklahoma

Griffin was the first player since 1969 to put up 25 points and 10 boards in his first three Tournament games when he had 30 and 14 in Oklahoma’s Sweet 16 win over Syracuse, and he went down fighting in the loss to North Carolina, notching 23 points and 16 boards. We’ve surely seen the last of Griffin in the NCAA ranks, as a No.1 spot in the NBA draft awaits him, but Final Four betting players will remember the damage Griffin did in this Tournament.

G -Ty Lawson, North Carolina

It’s business as usual for the ACC Player of the Year, whose toe seems to be 100% now. Lawson averaged 19.0 points and 7.0 assists while leading the Tar Heels to double-digit wins over Gonzaga and Oklahoma, and he had only one turnover in each game. No one player is as important to one team’s Final Four odds as Lawson is to North Carolina’s, and they’re a much more relaxed and free-flowing team with him at the helm.

G - Scottie Reynolds, Villanova
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Reynolds raised his game in the wins over Duke and Pitt, averaging 15.5 points, and he essentially sealed his spot in this team when he hit the game-winner against the Panthers to win the East region. Like Lawson, Reynolds is essential to his team’s Final Four odds, and the matchup between Lawson and Reynolds will likely decide the winner of the ‘Nova-UNC game.

Monday, March 30th, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

Before we get to Final Four betting, here’s a look back at what happened during the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight rounds of the NCAA Tournament.


Poor Pitt….they left the Tournament without ever playing their best game. However, Sam Young probably played himself into the NBA lottery, and DeJuan Blair will probably give it a shot as well, seeing as how he’ll be a marked man without Young and Levance Fields around.


UConn’s been the team of the Tournament thus far, and never panicked when Missouri pushed them. Even with all the off-court stuff going on, the Huskies will be one of the Final Four betting favorites.


North Carolina showed they could play defense in their win over Oklahoma, but Tyler Hansbrough hasn’t done his draft stock any favors in this Tournament. Still, the Tar Heels have to be considered the Final Four betting favorites this weekend.


Cheers to Michigan State, who’ll be playing UConn in what will be a glorified home game, with the Final Four being held in Detroit. Their tough defense paved the way to Detroit, and this team of Spartans will be looking for a Final Four betting upset against the powerful Huskies.

Friday, March 27th, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

Just because my March Madness betting is over, doesn’t mean I’ll stop watching and giving the scoop on each game. But really……Memphis deciding to give up on defense just ahead of the Final Four makes me sick to my stomach. I have a buddy who’s a UConn fan, and we were all ready to throw down on Saturday.

Missouri vs Connecticut - Saturday, March 28, 4:40 PM ET

The Huskies have a March Madness betting spread of 5.5 over the Tigers, who made Memphis look like a high school team. The Tigers will try to get UConn in a track meet, but the Huskies will focus on their size advantage, mainly with Hasheem Thabeet, who was a monster against Purdue. Take UConn to cover their March Madness betting spread against the pesky Tigers.

Villanova vs Pittsburgh odds - Saturday, March 28, 7:05 PM ET

The Panthers are 2-point March Madness betting favorites in this contest of Big East rivals, and they’ll be out to avenge a 10-point loss at ‘Nova back in January. Pitt still hasn’t played their best basketball, but it’s coming, as they showed in the second half of their win over Xavier. ‘Nova has been destroying the competition since their first-round scare, but San Young and DeJuan Blair are due to have a big game at the same time. Bet on Pitt to cover their March Madness betting spread for the first time this year.

Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

While you wait for tonight’s games to start, here are your March Madness betting picks for tomorrow night’s games in the Midwest and South regions.

Arizona vs Louisville (Midwest) - 7:07 PM ET

The No.1 Cardinals are 9-point favorites in this contest, and with Arizona’s Chase Budinger and Jordan Hill going up against Louisville’s Terrence Williams and Earl Clark, NBA scouts should be drooling. The No.12 Wildcats won’t be able to keep up with Louisville’s pressure defense for 40 minutes and Williams played out of his mind in the last game. Take Louisville to cover the March Madness betting spread.

Syracuse vs Oklahoma (South) - 7:27 PM ET

The No.2 Sooners are a 1-point favorite against the No.3 Orangemen, who beat Oklahoma in the Elite Eight en route to the ‘03 championship. Syracuse’s 2-3 zone will cause problems for Oklahoma’s Blake Griffin, but freshman Willie Warren can burn the Orangemen from outside. The Sooners’ supporting cast don’t get a lot of credit, so expect them to come up big as Oklahoma covers the March Madness betting spread.

Kansas vs Michigan State (Midwest) - 9:37 PM ET

The No.3 Jayhawks are a 1.5-point underdog against the No.2 Spartans, who beat Kansas at home in January. These young Jayhawks are much better now, and in Sherron Collins and Cole Aldrich, they have one of the top inside/outside duos in the country. Go with the defending national champs in a March Madness betting upset.

Gonzaga vs North Carolina (South) - 9:57 PM ET

The No.1 Tar Heels are 8.5-point favorites as they try to hold off the No.4 Bulldogs, and this should be a high-scoring game for sportsbook players to take the over on. Ty Lawson should be ready to go for UNC, and when he’s on, there aren’t many teams that can run with the Tar Heels. Bet on North Carolina in this March Madness betting shootout, but they won’t cover.

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009 | Author: Roy Jordan

March Madness betting took a break after an exciting weekend, but it all starts up tomorrow night. This is how you should make your sportsbook picks, beginning

Purdue vs Connecticut (West) - 7:07 PM ET

The top-seeded Huskies are 6.5-point favorites, and while the No.4 Boilermakers have one of the toughest defenses in the country, UConn was probably the best team in the Tournament’s first weekend. If Hasheem Thabeet stays out of foul trouble, the Huskies win running away. If he doesn’t, they’ll still cover the March Madness betting spread.

Xavier vs Pittsburgh (East) - 7:27 PM ET

The top-seeded Panthers have a 7-point spread over the No.4 Muskateers, who will be able to match Pitt’s physical play. Pitt’s stars will be the difference, especially Sam Young, who is one of the toughest players in the country to guard. Bet on Pitt, but they won’t cover the March Madness betting spread.

Missouri vs Memphis (West)  - 9:37 PM ET

No.2 Memphis is a 4.5-point favorite over No.3 Missouri in this battle of the Tigers, and while Mizzou has one of the top offenses in the country, they’re running into a Memphis team that regained their swagger in a romp over Maryland, and they may be the best defensive team in the nation. Memphis will harass their way to a win while covering the March Madness betting spread.

Villanova vs Duke (East) - 9:57 PM ET

The No.2 Blue Devils are a 2-point favorite against the No.3 Wildcats, who romped all over UCLA in the second round. Duke were a bit fortunate to beat Texas, but Villanova will have too much in the post for the smaller Blue Devils to handle. Go with ‘Nova in a March Madness betting upset.