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Thursday 2nd of January 2025
Doc's Sports
3 Unit Play. Take #772 Indiana -5.5 over Rutgers (8:30p.m., Thursday, January 2 Peacock) The Hoosiers have not lived up to expectations yet again this season, but they still have talent and should be able to beat Rutgers at home by double digits. The Scarlet Knights have some bad losses on the season to Kennesaw State and Princeton and barely beat Seton Hall at home. Lay the points with the Hoosiers at home.
Craig Trapp
4-Unit Play. Take 5 Point NCAAB Teaser Rutgers +10.5 over Indiana (8:30 p.m) & Purdue -1.5 over Minnesota (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Think Rutger is live underdog and at worst keep it within single digits. Also think Purdue great guard play is key nice road win by near double digits. Take Rutgers & Purdue in 5 point teaser.
Craig
Robert Ferringo
2-Unit Play. Take #707 Troy (-2.5) over Appalachian State (6:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
I think that Scott Cross’s team is more than good enough to go on the road and grind out a win. Troy has already hit the road and played teams like Arkansas, Oregon and Houston, so this isn’t going to rattle them. App State hasn’t beaten a D-I team since Nov. 29 and Troy has been dominating in this series in recent years, going 5-1 in the last six meetings.
2-Unit Play. Take #733 Towson (+5.5) over UNC-Wilmington (7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
These two teams went in opposite directions in nonconference scheduling. Towson has played on the road a lot and they have faced really solid mid-major competition, the likes of St. Mary’s, UC-Irvine, Kent State and James Madison. Wilmington didn’t play anybody. They lost at home to Colgate and their wins were a bunch of meh. This team isn’t great defensively and they don’t shoot well from 3-point range.
1-Unit Play. Take #737 Western Kentucky (+9) over Liberty (7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
It’s all about injuries for WKU. If they get two injured starters back for this one I expect them to go toe-to-toe with Liberty here. WKU is coming off a humiliating blowout loss at Michigan. This team is better than its record and I don’t think they are going to get run out of the gym here.
1-Unit Play. Take #752 Murray State (-5.5) over Illinois State (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
I think the Racers are going to get a big bump from playing at home. This team hasn’t played in its own gym since Dec. 8. These guys have played a challenging schedule and I think they are another group that’s a little better than its record.
3-Unit Play. Take #760 UMKC (-4) over South Dakota (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Stop me if you’ve heard this one, but South Dakota hasn’t played anyone. They have a one-point home win over Wyoming, and that is their only win over a Top 250 opponent this year. This team has been terrible on the road and they are overmatched here against Marvin Menzies’ group. Kansas City has won four in a row, including nice wins at Wichita State and versus ETSU. This team got off to a really sloppy, slow start. They are starting to put things together though and should start conference play on the right foot.
7-Unit Play. Take #772 Indiana (-5.5) over Rutgers (8:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
This Indiana team isn’t as good as it should be. And we will see if they rally around Mike Woodson after he had to bench a starter for being at the bar the night before the game. Rutgers has talent. But this is a really young, erratic team. Rutgers has only played two true road games and they were blown out at Ohio State and lost at Kennesaw State. IU has a great home court advantage. They have the edge in experience and with the home crowd behind them I think they will play over their heads a bit. IU hasn’t had that big moment yet this year. I don’t know if this would count, but I am expecting them to play their best game of the season so far and get a win here. The public is on Rutgers but I’m going the other way here.
1-Unit Play. Take #781 Purdue (-5) over Minnesota (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
2-Unit Play. Take #805 UC-Riverside (-3.5) over Long Beach State (10 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Carpe diem. Good luck.
Arun Shiva (Indian Cowboy)
4-Unit Play. #736. Take Penn State -4.5 over Northwestern (Thursday @ 7pm est)
We roll with Penn State here as we know the line has gone the other way and the public is riding Penn State, but we still like all the metrics of Penn State as we have them winning by 8 or more points. Remember, Mike Rhoades team lost last year to Northwestern by tight scores of 4 and 5 points and he has a much better team this year. Last year, in his first year, he had a top 85 offense and defense in the country and they were sub .500 with a 16-17 record. This year the former VCU coach now has a 11-2 record out of the gates with a big win over Purdue at home by 11 and they lost their last conference game to Rutgers whereas Northwestern won their last conference game and who also has Purdue on deck as well and could be looking ahead. Penn State also were basically tied with Ivy School Penn last game at the half before pulling away and we think they were simply focusing on this game and when you put it all together, we expect them to come out focused and play well today and hence, like Penn State here.
Raphael Esparza (VSI)
COLLEGE BASKETBALL PLAY
6 Unit Play. Take #794 Under 142.5 Pepperdine at St. Mary’s (10:00p.m., Thursday January 2 ESPN+)
Tony George
College Basketball
1/2/25
3 Units
#715 Middle Tennessee State (-3.5) over Florida International
*7PM EST TIP
Florida International just beat a horrible Utah Tech team at home, while MTSU just scared #1 Tennessee half to death in Knoxville before the Vols pulled away to win by 14 with 3 minutes left. Florida International is awful when playing against teams who are balanced on the offensive side of the ball under HC Jeremy Ballard’s tenure in Miami Gardens. MTSU is 10-4 and are 3-2 on the road this year with a SOS nearing 185 plus times higher than FIU. I also don’t expect much of a home crowd here for FIU as students are on break and this is a big time commuter school. MTSU is the MUCH better overall team, and certainly will not be intimidated playing at FIU after just hanging with/and at the #1 team in America a few days ago- Take MTSU minus the number here.
4 Units
#721 South Alabama (-4) over Georgia State
*7 EST
I think So. Alabama exacts some revenge tonight against a team that has owned them in the Sun Belt, where they are 2-8 SU against GS dating back to 2019. The Panthers of Georgia St have lost 6 in a row and have issued with depth and shooting. They have 1 returning starter. Bad news against So. Alabama who defense is ranked #20 in CBB by allowing just 38% from the floor. The defense of Georgia St is #313 and allowing 79 ppg. I have this power rated at -9, even on the road. This is a mismatch.
Vernon Croy
Passing for today.
Scott Spreitzer
4-Unit Play: Take 306535 Eastern Kentucky -4.5 over Central Arkansas (8:30 p.m., Thursday, January 2)
Eastern Kentucky has dropped two straight yet they’re laying a decent amount of points tonight. EKU is actually 4-1 SU off a loss this season, winning by 19 ppg. They’ve played the 67th-ranked schedule which helps them out in conference play. The Colonels lost 78-76 at Louisville last time out, (out-scored 19-6 at the FT line), no doubt another confidence boost. Central Arkansas is 345th and 339th in offensive and defensive effective FG percentage, respectively. I’m laying the points with Eastern Kentucky. Thanks & GL! Scott Spreitzer.
August Young
4-Unit Play - Take #306518 American/Navy u139.5 -110 (1/2 @ 7:00PM EST) American rank 348th in adjusted tempo and should be able to force this horrendous Navy offensive scheme in to a half-court battle. This total is lower than the average for both teams, but it's for good reason.
Strike Point Sports
2-Unit Play. Take #306534 Colgate (-6) over Army. (7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Now that the regular season of the Patriot League has begun, we can go back to counting on Colgate to ascend to their typical spot at the top of the league. The 'gate is only 3-10 on the season because they have played a much tougher schedule than Army, who is a putrid 1-4 on the road. Colgate has won the last nine meetings between these two and has covered this number in eight of them. Back the stalwart of the Patriot League at home.
1-Unit Play. Take #788 Washington (+6) over Maryland (10 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Man, Maryland has been good this year. At times, they've put up points so easily that they look like world beaters not only in the conference, but on a national level. But, just as we saw in the Big 10 openers, home court matters, especially with these new west coast teams. Washington has been steadily improving lately, minus the hiccup against baby brother Seattle. The Terps go to #9 Oregon after this too, so it's a good look ahead spot for the Huskies.
Best of Luck - Strike Point Sports
Jason Sharpe
Thursday January 2nd 2025-
3 Unit Play Take #803 Montana -2 over Eastern Washington (9:00pm est):
Montana was picked by many to win the Big Sky Conference this season while Eastern Washington was expected to be near the bottom of the league. The EWU program has posted the best regular season conference record in back to back years but they have a new head coach and all new starters.
Take Montana in this one.
Thank you and good luck,
Jason Sharpe
Griffin Murphy
4 Unit Play - Take #733 Towson (+5) Over NC Wilmington. (7:00p.m, Thursday January 2nd)
Towson comes into this game 5-8 on the season, 4-6 in their last 10 games, and coming off a 70-50 win over Bryant on Sunday. Towson has had it tough lately, dealing with small conference matchups but very solid opponents. Towson has dealt with UMBC, Duquesne, Robert Morris, and Bryant in their last 4 games. So they will come into this matchup competitive. NC Wilmington is 10-3 on the year, 7-3 in their last 10 games, and presently on a three-game win streak after smashing SPME Pioneers in a 99-47 final. NC Wilmington could not have had it easier as of late, dealing with Howard, Florida Gulf Coast, UNC Asheville, and SPME Pioneers. This should drive a massive shock wave; despite Towson being 5-8 on the year, they are a very solid team. Towson can easily come in and take this game outright; this line is very trappish as well, and we are going to fade that public as they will be all over NC Wilmington as they sit with an 8-1 home record.
Take #733 Towson (+5) Over NC Wilmington.
Griffin Murphy
5 Unit Play - Take 306521 Radford (+9) Over High Point. (7:00p.m, Thursday, January 2nd)
Radford comes into this game 10-5 on the year, 6-4 in their last 10 games, and coming off a 74-48 loss on Sunday to South Carolina. High Point is now a stellar 12-3 on the year, 7-3 in their last 10 games, and coming off a 77-74 home loss to Norfolk State on Sunday. High Point is a very strong 8-1 at home, whilst Radford is 3-5 on the road. Despite High Point’s dominance this season, they are 1-1 ATS after a loss, 3-4 ATS at home, 3-4 ATS as home favorites, and 5-8 ATS as favorites. Radford is now 3-0 ATS after a loss, 3-0 ATS with a rest advantage, and 8-4-1 ATS this season. I expect Radford to come in here and give High Point a real run for their money here on their own home court.
Take 306521 Radford (+9) Over High Point.
Griffin Murphy
Nick Menken
3 Unit – Take #306522 Holy Cross (-2.5) over Loyola Maryland (6:00p.m, Thursday, January 2nd)
Tonight's events will feature a showdown between Holy Cross and Loyola Maryland. Holy Cross will be the opponent. In their most recent away game, DePaul defeated Loyola Maryland by a score of 84-65 on Saturday. On Friday, Holy Cross defeated Siena by a score of 78-70, bringing their overall record for the season to 8-5. Tonight is the first time that these two clubs have confronted one another in a conference showdown. Since the beginning of the season, this Holy Cross club has been on a run, winning four of their last five games. Last but not least, Holy Cross has been excelling in their outside shooting, a recent addition to their repertoire. hitting just under forty percent from beyond the arc every game. They are going to be so dominant in the league if they continue to play like that this season. Holy Cross is poised to gain momentum this season, starting with a conference victory at home. Each of these games is always very close. Because Holy Cross has been playing well, I don't anticipate Loyola can beat them tonight at their own stadium. Holy Cross -2.5 is a better bet than Loyola Maryland's.
Take #306522 Holy Cross (-2.5) over Loyola Maryland
Nick Menken
Results for Thursday 2nd of January 2025
Handicapper
Units
Dollars
Craig Trapp 4
$400.00
Arun Shiva (Indian Cowboy) -4
$-440.00
Raphael Esparza (VSI) 6
$600.00
Scott Spreitzer 4
$400.00
August Young 4
$400.00
Nick Menken -3
$-330.00
College Basketball Picks History:
Doc's Sports
3 Unit Play. Take #772 Indiana -5.5 over Rutgers (8:30p.m., Thursday, January 2 Peacock) The Hoosiers have not lived up to expectations yet again this season, but they still have talent and should be able to beat Rutgers at home by double digits. The Scarlet Knights have some bad losses on the season to Kennesaw State and Princeton and barely beat Seton Hall at home. Lay the points with the Hoosiers at home.Craig Trapp
4-Unit Play. Take 5 Point NCAAB Teaser Rutgers +10.5 over Indiana (8:30 p.m) & Purdue -1.5 over Minnesota (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)Think Rutger is live underdog and at worst keep it within single digits. Also think Purdue great guard play is key nice road win by near double digits. Take Rutgers & Purdue in 5 point teaser.
Craig
Robert Ferringo
2-Unit Play. Take #707 Troy (-2.5) over Appalachian State (6:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)I think that Scott Cross’s team is more than good enough to go on the road and grind out a win. Troy has already hit the road and played teams like Arkansas, Oregon and Houston, so this isn’t going to rattle them. App State hasn’t beaten a D-I team since Nov. 29 and Troy has been dominating in this series in recent years, going 5-1 in the last six meetings.
2-Unit Play. Take #733 Towson (+5.5) over UNC-Wilmington (7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
These two teams went in opposite directions in nonconference scheduling. Towson has played on the road a lot and they have faced really solid mid-major competition, the likes of St. Mary’s, UC-Irvine, Kent State and James Madison. Wilmington didn’t play anybody. They lost at home to Colgate and their wins were a bunch of meh. This team isn’t great defensively and they don’t shoot well from 3-point range.
1-Unit Play. Take #737 Western Kentucky (+9) over Liberty (7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
It’s all about injuries for WKU. If they get two injured starters back for this one I expect them to go toe-to-toe with Liberty here. WKU is coming off a humiliating blowout loss at Michigan. This team is better than its record and I don’t think they are going to get run out of the gym here.
1-Unit Play. Take #752 Murray State (-5.5) over Illinois State (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
I think the Racers are going to get a big bump from playing at home. This team hasn’t played in its own gym since Dec. 8. These guys have played a challenging schedule and I think they are another group that’s a little better than its record.
3-Unit Play. Take #760 UMKC (-4) over South Dakota (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Stop me if you’ve heard this one, but South Dakota hasn’t played anyone. They have a one-point home win over Wyoming, and that is their only win over a Top 250 opponent this year. This team has been terrible on the road and they are overmatched here against Marvin Menzies’ group. Kansas City has won four in a row, including nice wins at Wichita State and versus ETSU. This team got off to a really sloppy, slow start. They are starting to put things together though and should start conference play on the right foot.
7-Unit Play. Take #772 Indiana (-5.5) over Rutgers (8:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
This Indiana team isn’t as good as it should be. And we will see if they rally around Mike Woodson after he had to bench a starter for being at the bar the night before the game. Rutgers has talent. But this is a really young, erratic team. Rutgers has only played two true road games and they were blown out at Ohio State and lost at Kennesaw State. IU has a great home court advantage. They have the edge in experience and with the home crowd behind them I think they will play over their heads a bit. IU hasn’t had that big moment yet this year. I don’t know if this would count, but I am expecting them to play their best game of the season so far and get a win here. The public is on Rutgers but I’m going the other way here.
1-Unit Play. Take #781 Purdue (-5) over Minnesota (8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
2-Unit Play. Take #805 UC-Riverside (-3.5) over Long Beach State (10 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Carpe diem. Good luck.
Arun Shiva (Indian Cowboy)
4-Unit Play. #736. Take Penn State -4.5 over Northwestern (Thursday @ 7pm est)We roll with Penn State here as we know the line has gone the other way and the public is riding Penn State, but we still like all the metrics of Penn State as we have them winning by 8 or more points. Remember, Mike Rhoades team lost last year to Northwestern by tight scores of 4 and 5 points and he has a much better team this year. Last year, in his first year, he had a top 85 offense and defense in the country and they were sub .500 with a 16-17 record. This year the former VCU coach now has a 11-2 record out of the gates with a big win over Purdue at home by 11 and they lost their last conference game to Rutgers whereas Northwestern won their last conference game and who also has Purdue on deck as well and could be looking ahead. Penn State also were basically tied with Ivy School Penn last game at the half before pulling away and we think they were simply focusing on this game and when you put it all together, we expect them to come out focused and play well today and hence, like Penn State here.
Raphael Esparza (VSI)
COLLEGE BASKETBALL PLAY6 Unit Play. Take #794 Under 142.5 Pepperdine at St. Mary’s (10:00p.m., Thursday January 2 ESPN+)
Tony George
College Basketball
1/2/25
3 Units
#715 Middle Tennessee State (-3.5) over Florida International
*7PM EST TIP
Florida International just beat a horrible Utah Tech team at home, while MTSU just scared #1 Tennessee half to death in Knoxville before the Vols pulled away to win by 14 with 3 minutes left. Florida International is awful when playing against teams who are balanced on the offensive side of the ball under HC Jeremy Ballard’s tenure in Miami Gardens. MTSU is 10-4 and are 3-2 on the road this year with a SOS nearing 185 plus times higher than FIU. I also don’t expect much of a home crowd here for FIU as students are on break and this is a big time commuter school. MTSU is the MUCH better overall team, and certainly will not be intimidated playing at FIU after just hanging with/and at the #1 team in America a few days ago- Take MTSU minus the number here.
4 Units
#721 South Alabama (-4) over Georgia State
*7 EST
I think So. Alabama exacts some revenge tonight against a team that has owned them in the Sun Belt, where they are 2-8 SU against GS dating back to 2019. The Panthers of Georgia St have lost 6 in a row and have issued with depth and shooting. They have 1 returning starter. Bad news against So. Alabama who defense is ranked #20 in CBB by allowing just 38% from the floor. The defense of Georgia St is #313 and allowing 79 ppg. I have this power rated at -9, even on the road. This is a mismatch.
Vernon Croy
Passing for today.Scott Spreitzer
4-Unit Play: Take 306535 Eastern Kentucky -4.5 over Central Arkansas (8:30 p.m., Thursday, January 2)Eastern Kentucky has dropped two straight yet they’re laying a decent amount of points tonight. EKU is actually 4-1 SU off a loss this season, winning by 19 ppg. They’ve played the 67th-ranked schedule which helps them out in conference play. The Colonels lost 78-76 at Louisville last time out, (out-scored 19-6 at the FT line), no doubt another confidence boost. Central Arkansas is 345th and 339th in offensive and defensive effective FG percentage, respectively. I’m laying the points with Eastern Kentucky. Thanks & GL! Scott Spreitzer.
August Young
4-Unit Play - Take #306518 American/Navy u139.5 -110 (1/2 @ 7:00PM EST) American rank 348th in adjusted tempo and should be able to force this horrendous Navy offensive scheme in to a half-court battle. This total is lower than the average for both teams, but it's for good reason.Strike Point Sports
2-Unit Play. Take #306534 Colgate (-6) over Army. (7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)Now that the regular season of the Patriot League has begun, we can go back to counting on Colgate to ascend to their typical spot at the top of the league. The 'gate is only 3-10 on the season because they have played a much tougher schedule than Army, who is a putrid 1-4 on the road. Colgate has won the last nine meetings between these two and has covered this number in eight of them. Back the stalwart of the Patriot League at home.
1-Unit Play. Take #788 Washington (+6) over Maryland (10 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2)
Man, Maryland has been good this year. At times, they've put up points so easily that they look like world beaters not only in the conference, but on a national level. But, just as we saw in the Big 10 openers, home court matters, especially with these new west coast teams. Washington has been steadily improving lately, minus the hiccup against baby brother Seattle. The Terps go to #9 Oregon after this too, so it's a good look ahead spot for the Huskies.
Best of Luck - Strike Point Sports
Jason Sharpe
Thursday January 2nd 2025-3 Unit Play Take #803 Montana -2 over Eastern Washington (9:00pm est):
Montana was picked by many to win the Big Sky Conference this season while Eastern Washington was expected to be near the bottom of the league. The EWU program has posted the best regular season conference record in back to back years but they have a new head coach and all new starters.
Take Montana in this one.
Thank you and good luck,
Jason Sharpe
Griffin Murphy
4 Unit Play - Take #733 Towson (+5) Over NC Wilmington. (7:00p.m, Thursday January 2nd)Towson comes into this game 5-8 on the season, 4-6 in their last 10 games, and coming off a 70-50 win over Bryant on Sunday. Towson has had it tough lately, dealing with small conference matchups but very solid opponents. Towson has dealt with UMBC, Duquesne, Robert Morris, and Bryant in their last 4 games. So they will come into this matchup competitive. NC Wilmington is 10-3 on the year, 7-3 in their last 10 games, and presently on a three-game win streak after smashing SPME Pioneers in a 99-47 final. NC Wilmington could not have had it easier as of late, dealing with Howard, Florida Gulf Coast, UNC Asheville, and SPME Pioneers. This should drive a massive shock wave; despite Towson being 5-8 on the year, they are a very solid team. Towson can easily come in and take this game outright; this line is very trappish as well, and we are going to fade that public as they will be all over NC Wilmington as they sit with an 8-1 home record.
Take #733 Towson (+5) Over NC Wilmington.
Griffin Murphy
5 Unit Play - Take 306521 Radford (+9) Over High Point. (7:00p.m, Thursday, January 2nd)
Radford comes into this game 10-5 on the year, 6-4 in their last 10 games, and coming off a 74-48 loss on Sunday to South Carolina. High Point is now a stellar 12-3 on the year, 7-3 in their last 10 games, and coming off a 77-74 home loss to Norfolk State on Sunday. High Point is a very strong 8-1 at home, whilst Radford is 3-5 on the road. Despite High Point’s dominance this season, they are 1-1 ATS after a loss, 3-4 ATS at home, 3-4 ATS as home favorites, and 5-8 ATS as favorites. Radford is now 3-0 ATS after a loss, 3-0 ATS with a rest advantage, and 8-4-1 ATS this season. I expect Radford to come in here and give High Point a real run for their money here on their own home court.
Take 306521 Radford (+9) Over High Point.
Griffin Murphy
Nick Menken
3 Unit – Take #306522 Holy Cross (-2.5) over Loyola Maryland (6:00p.m, Thursday, January 2nd)Tonight's events will feature a showdown between Holy Cross and Loyola Maryland. Holy Cross will be the opponent. In their most recent away game, DePaul defeated Loyola Maryland by a score of 84-65 on Saturday. On Friday, Holy Cross defeated Siena by a score of 78-70, bringing their overall record for the season to 8-5. Tonight is the first time that these two clubs have confronted one another in a conference showdown. Since the beginning of the season, this Holy Cross club has been on a run, winning four of their last five games. Last but not least, Holy Cross has been excelling in their outside shooting, a recent addition to their repertoire. hitting just under forty percent from beyond the arc every game. They are going to be so dominant in the league if they continue to play like that this season. Holy Cross is poised to gain momentum this season, starting with a conference victory at home. Each of these games is always very close. Because Holy Cross has been playing well, I don't anticipate Loyola can beat them tonight at their own stadium. Holy Cross -2.5 is a better bet than Loyola Maryland's.
Take #306522 Holy Cross (-2.5) over Loyola Maryland
Nick Menken
Results for Thursday 2nd of January 2025
| Handicapper | Units | Dollars |
| Craig Trapp | 4 | $400.00 |
| Arun Shiva (Indian Cowboy) | -4 | $-440.00 |
| Raphael Esparza (VSI) | 6 | $600.00 |
| Scott Spreitzer | 4 | $400.00 |
| August Young | 4 | $400.00 |
| Nick Menken | -3 | $-330.00 |
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ROBERT FERRINGO is one of the elite college basketball handicappers in the country and is coming off yet another winning season last year (+6,770). Robert has posted 13 of 18 winning college basketball seasons and 50 of 75 winning college basketball months and in 2015-16 posted most profitable single-season in Doc's Sports 52-year history (+$16,900). He has been at his best right out of the gate, producing an astounding 15 of 18 winning nonconference seasons while raking in $68,300 in early-season profit for his $100-per-Unit bettors. Robert has gone 530-354 (60 percent) with his plays of 5.0 or higher, and you can jump on The Victory Train today!
RAPHAEL ESPARZA racked up +3,720 in profit last season, and this year he looks for another red-hot start in college hoops. It’s no secret that college basketball totals are Esparza’s specialty, and he chews up the sportsbooks with these razor-sharp plays. Esparza has produced four of five winning college basketball seasons, and 10 out of 13, and this coming season he will fill up your bank accounts with more hoops winners.
JASON SHARPE won over +3,000 in profit last season and has now posted three straight winning years. He went on a +10,000 run the last three months of the season and closed the year on a 58-31 run. Sharpe has gone 14-7 (67%) with his last 21 7-Unit College Basketball Plays and is looking for more top ticket wins. As of this writing in 2024, Sharpe has taken home over +20,000 in all-sports profit and he is looking to close out the year with a bang! Take advantage of his ultra-selective style by signing up today.
GRIFFIN MURPHY closed out last season with a rock solid +3,795 profit and he’s looking forward to another dominating year on the hardwood. Murphy swept his 8-Unit GOTY Plays (+2,400) and finished the year on fire in March, going 25-11 with his last 36 picks during the most important time of the year. Murphy is very fired up for the forthcoming campaign and is hoping to build on his incredible season-ending performance.
SCOTT SPREITZER started and ended last season on fire on the hardwood. Spreitzer heads into the 2024-25 season on a +8,270 college basketball winning run. He finished the season on a top play run (5.0+) of 18-4 (82%) and he is 70-37 with these top picks over his last 107. Spreitzer is a two-time winner in the Las Vegas College Basketball Invitational, nailing over 60% of his plays to take home the trophy. Make college basketball profits a way of life by signing up today!
ARUN SHIVA has posted nearly +7,000 in college basketball profit over the last eight years. He does his best work in March Madness, posting six of eight winning postseasons for a combined +9,000 in profit while hitting nearly 60 percent of his plays in the process. He is known for these explosive runs, and you can expect one or two massive waves each season. The Cowboy has tallied seven of 13 winning seasons and uses a selective one-play-per-day approach. He is setting up for another big season and would love to have you on board!
STRIKE POINT SPORTS has rolled out 9 of 15 winning college basketball seasons, and his backers banked nearly +20,000 between 2008-2020. SPS has been excellent with their top plays the past two years, going 35-22 (61%), +7,960. That includes an unbeaten 3-0, +2,400 on their Game of the Year selections. They have also hit better than 60 percent on plays of 5.0 or higher over the last 15 years and they are a solid choice this season.
TONY GEORGE ended last year’s college basketball season on a +2,540 run in March through the national title game. He is looking to pick up where he left off with that momentum in this, his 33rd year as a professional handicappers. George employs a low-volume approach and uses a power system that he has developed over the last five years. He also employs a staff handicapper that focuses on small conferences, and half of his positions come from these smaller leagues. Sign up and take advantage!
VERNON CROY went on a 9-1 +3,530 college basketball run last season from Nov. 23 to Dec. 4. Croy also went on an outstanding 22-11 +5,900 college basketball run from Feb. 3 to Feb. 15, including a 9-1 run with his top plays rated 6.0+. Croy closed out March Madness on a 14-5 +2,750 run and he expects to go on several more big runs again this season with 1-5 college basketball plays released on a daily basis. Sign-up now.
AUGUST YOUNG is an elite college basketball handicapper known for his predictive model that is able to beat the market time and time again -- especially when it comes to totals. Young had an amazing 2022-23 season, churning out +13,590 in profit for his followers! Young has made new connections once again for the 2024-25 season and is expecting similar results. If betting from a value standpoint with the optimal approach to long-term profitability, his methods are sure to be a good fit.
NICK MENKEN is releasing his college basketball package exclusively at Doc’s Sports. He maintains a sharp focus on maximizing profits, and Menken’s strategy is built on in-depth analysis and a finely tuned algorithm that drives his success. His approach to college basketball betting combines data-driven insights with a deep understanding of the game, ensuring that each pick is carefully crafted to deliver maximum value. Whether it’s big conference matchups or under-the-radar games, his expertise covers it all. Don’t miss out!