Monday Night Magic: BrownBagBets Top Plays

BrownBagBets College Basketball Selections - Tonight’s Slate

1. Western Illinois @ Wisconsin, 7 PM

• Pick: Over 134

• Wager: 2% Bankroll

• Insight: Our projections see this game surpassing 140 points. Remember, we invest in top-tier projection services so our community doesn’t have to. Trust the numbers!

2. UMBC @ Hampton, 7 PM

• Pick: Over 166

• Wager: 2% Bankroll

• Insight: Averaging projections suggest a total well above 166. Expect a high-scoring affair.

3. St. Peter’s @ Rutgers, 7 PM

• Pick: Under 123.5

• Wager: 2% Bankroll

• Insight: Don’t be misled by the low total. Our analysis points to a score around 118, making the under a strong play.

4. N. Illinois @ Northwestern, 8 PM

• Pick: N. Illinois +13.5

• Wager: 2% Bankroll

• Insight: We anticipate a closer game than the spread suggests, likely an 8-10 point difference.

5. Manhattan @ Fordham, 7 PM

• Pick: Manhattan +12

• Wager: 2% Bankroll

• Insight: “The Battle of the Bronx” - a fierce rivalry that often goes under the radar. Our models favor Fordham by only 8 points.

6. UCSB @ Fresno State, 9 PM

• Pick: Fresno State ML

• Wager: 4% Bankroll

• Insight: Fresno State, coming off a tough loss, is poised for a strong comeback. Their depth and talent should prevail over UCSB’s less experienced lineup.

7. Utah @ St. Mary’s

• Pick: St. Mary’s -4.5

• Wager: 4% Bankroll

• Insight: Despite early setbacks, Saint Mary’s showed significant improvement in their last game. Their defense remains top-notch, and playing at home in Moraga gives them an added edge.

Here’s the write-up for the NBA game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz:

BrownBagBets NBA Selection: New Orleans Pelicans @ Utah Jazz, 9 PM

• Pick: Pelicans -4.5

• Wager: 2% Bankroll

Game Analysis:

• B2B Game Insight: This matchup falls under the ‘B2B game’ scenario. Historically, when a team is favored on the road and loses outright, then faces the same opponent again on the road as favorites, they are 13-10 ATS. This trend strengthens to 12-6 ATS when favored by less than 6 points.

• Recent Encounter: Just two days ago, the Jazz edged out the Pelicans 105-100 on this same floor. However, Zion Williamson was resting during that game.

• Zion’s Impact: Williamson’s return is a game-changer. The Pelicans have triumphed in the last five games with him, where he’s averaged 25.6 points, 5.4 assists, and 5.0 rebounds. These victories weren’t against easy opponents either, featuring teams like the Nuggets, Kings, Mavericks, and Clippers.

• Utah’s Uncertainty: The Jazz might be without their top scorers, Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson, both listed as questionable.

Strategic Betting Approach:

• We’ve projected a favorable outcome for the Pelicans, considering the dynamics of this rematch and Williamson’s significant influence on the game. With Utah potentially missing key players, New Orleans has a solid chance to cover the spread.

Trail Blazers @ Indiana Pacers, 7 PM

Pick: Indiana Over 126.5 Points

Wager: 2% Bankroll

Game Analysis:

Blazers’ Recent Performance: Portland, coming off a demoralizing loss where they squandered a 26-point lead, now faces a quick turnaround against the Pacers. Their defense, especially in the second half, was notably porous.

Pacers’ Offensive Advantage: Indiana is known for their high-tempo offense and should capitalize on Portland’s fatigue. Expect the Pacers to push the pace and exploit the Blazers’ defensive vulnerabilities.

Historical Trends: Despite recent trends of staying Under in their matchups, the Pacers’ overwhelming tendency this season (14-1) to hit the Over cannot be ignored. Portland’s recent games and their exhaustive schedule further tilt the scales in favor of a high-scoring affair for Indiana.

Strategic Betting: The combination of Portland’s recent defensive struggles and Indiana’s offensive prowess makes a strong case for betting on the Pacers to surpass the 126.5 points total. This aligns with the observed pattern of the Pacers consistently hitting the Over this season.

Reminder to Our Community: As always, we’re here to make informed and strategic bets. Our current bankroll status is strong, and we aim to continue this trend. Let’s bet smart and keep the winning streak alive!