Pick #1 Missouri Tigers
Such a close game to call. Both teams have had some pretty impressive signature wins this season, but my edge has to go to the home team. Missouri has been a very impressive team when it comes to scoring, ranking 7th in points per game, 5th in field goal percent, and 26th in assists. However, the Jayhawks havn't been to shabby themselves ranking 38th in ppg, 22nd in assists, 18th in field goal percent, and most notable 55th in rebounds compared to the Tigers 244th. 2 of the Jayhawks 4 losses came on the road to Davidson and Iowa State, the other two home losses to then-ranked #2 Kentucky and #6 Duke. Missouri is undefeated this season at home, and I think homecourt advantage will be the difference in this one. Good luck either way.
Pick #2 Ole Miss: win or single digit loss
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Thursday, February 2, 2012
February 2nd Picks
Pick #1 Washington Huskies
Definetely the Huskies of the two. Washington ranks 31st in points per game, 10th in rebounds, 125th in assists per game and 99th in field goal percent; Conversely, UCLA ranks 134th in PPG, 201st in rebounds, 48th in assists and 49th in field goal percent. UCLA really has no significant wins, and a lot of their losses were to generally mediocre teams. Plus, Washington has played very well at home (11-4), with thier home losses coming to Marquette, Duke, California and South Dakota State. All of which are solid teams. There are just more reasons to go with the Huskies I think. UCLA could put up a good fight, but ultimately, I think the Huskies will prevail.
Sorry the post went up a little late. Good luck.
Definetely the Huskies of the two. Washington ranks 31st in points per game, 10th in rebounds, 125th in assists per game and 99th in field goal percent; Conversely, UCLA ranks 134th in PPG, 201st in rebounds, 48th in assists and 49th in field goal percent. UCLA really has no significant wins, and a lot of their losses were to generally mediocre teams. Plus, Washington has played very well at home (11-4), with thier home losses coming to Marquette, Duke, California and South Dakota State. All of which are solid teams. There are just more reasons to go with the Huskies I think. UCLA could put up a good fight, but ultimately, I think the Huskies will prevail.
Sorry the post went up a little late. Good luck.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
February 1st Picks
Pick #1 Georgetown Hoyas
Mainly for the sake of them being at home. However UConn is in a bit of a slump right now. Overall these teams matchup pretty evenly. UConn ranks 141st in points per game, 39th in rebounds, 122nd in assists and 53rd in feild goal percent; countered by Georgetown's 103rd in ppg, 124th in rebounds, 102 in assists and 54th in feild goal percent. After starting the season 12-1, UConn has lost 5 of their last 7 games, and has lost their last three games to unranked opponents (Cinci, Tennessee and Notre Dame). Playing Georgwtown on the road is probably going to be a pretty tough way to break the trend. However, Georgetown hasn't been spectacular either as of late. The Hoyas are 3-3 in their last 6 games, including a 68-64 loss at home to Cinci (who beat UConn as well on the road). Obviously both teams are struggling a little right now, but I would put my money on the team who has struggled the least and has homecourt advantage. Hoyas is my pick.
Possibly more to come...
Saturday, January 21, 2012
January 21st Picks
It's been a great and relaxing morning. I finally got to sleep in, and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee this morning without having to rush/chug a cup down. I almost forgot what a fresh cup tasted like (definetely beats energy drinks if you have the time for it). Now with some clarity of mind, I write.
Enough with my personal life though. You will have to forgive me for over a week of no updates. This month has been very busy for me, but I have every intention of reviving this blog back to its "Glory Days" (if it ever had any) in February. I'm going to try and get at least one pick a day until near the end of January, and try to go daily in February. I missed a couple good picks this morning, but here are some night games you may want to consider.
Pick #1 Mississippi State 3-pointers or tie
Though Mississippi State has struggled lately, I think they can still keep this game within a respectable score. If you look at Mississippi State's previous games, it's obvious they have the talent to keep up with just about anyone if they play to their potential. The question is, will they play to their potential tonight? I'm not entirely sure, but my gut says they can handle it. Vanderbilt has played very well lately, and hasn't lost since December 17th to Indiana State. However, if you look at these two teams as a whole, they even out pretty well. Hopefully MSU will be able to capitalize on the perimeter. Good luck whatever you do.
Enough with my personal life though. You will have to forgive me for over a week of no updates. This month has been very busy for me, but I have every intention of reviving this blog back to its "Glory Days" (if it ever had any) in February. I'm going to try and get at least one pick a day until near the end of January, and try to go daily in February. I missed a couple good picks this morning, but here are some night games you may want to consider.
Pick #1 Mississippi State 3-pointers or tie
Though Mississippi State has struggled lately, I think they can still keep this game within a respectable score. If you look at Mississippi State's previous games, it's obvious they have the talent to keep up with just about anyone if they play to their potential. The question is, will they play to their potential tonight? I'm not entirely sure, but my gut says they can handle it. Vanderbilt has played very well lately, and hasn't lost since December 17th to Indiana State. However, if you look at these two teams as a whole, they even out pretty well. Hopefully MSU will be able to capitalize on the perimeter. Good luck whatever you do.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
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