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Burns' Top 5 Future Bets To Make Right Now (ASAP)

by William Burns

Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025

As the calendar year of 2025 comes to an end, this is the prime season of sports. College Football Playoffs. NFL Playoffs. NBA/NHL Seasons. College Basketball Conference Play. European Football in mid-season form. Tennis season begins. So much more. I'm ready to unleash my "Top 5 Future Bets To Make Right Now" list and you should make these ASAP before the lines move. All odds via. Draftkings Sportsbook as of Tuesday, December 23rd. 1. Buffalo Bills to Win the Super Bowl (+900)While there's definitely teams that have looked stronger than Buffalo this season, I do believe that the Bills are going to be a problem for anyone that comes in front of them come January. They've been sent home by Mahomes one too many times and luckily for them, the Chiefs have already been eliminated from playoff contention. I was big on the Bills last season and I'm big on them again this year. In my opinion, Josh Allen is the best QB in the league. As a father in the near future, he's going to have even more motivation for brilliance and these odds are simply too good to pass up. Obviously, I like the Bills at +370 to win the AFC as well if you're looking for something that's a bit less of a long shot. But, as the season comes to a close, these odds could get smaller. So play this asap.2. Canada to Win the World Juniors (+110)After the disastrous performance from Canada a year ago in the World Juniors, there's definitely something to get excited about this time around. Lots of the guys from last year's team are back and improved after being very young last year. Gavin McKenna should be a focal point as a projected top 2 pick. Brady Martin is one of the top prospects in hockey right now as well. Carter George is back in net. This team is filled with NHL talent across the board and will be tough for any team to compete with. USA is expected to be the biggest competition for the Canadians, like always. However, there's something for the Canadians to prove and I expect them to get back from recent performances and dominate. 3. Oklahoma City Thunder to Win the NBA Finals (+105)Even though there's been a couple of losses recently, that have given the Thunder less of a chance of making history for the greatest regular season record in NBA history held by Golden State, I do believe that it's going to be extremely difficult for any team in the NBA to hang in a best-of-seven series with these guys. Oklahoma City has lost three games in nearly 30 games played while not being 100% healthy for a lot of the season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played in barely half of the 4th quarters this season and there's no doubt in my mind that this team is going to be more confident than even in the postseason after winning the Finals a year ago as well. Not to mention that OKC has the Clippers draft pick in the upcoming draft which could end up being top 5 if LAC doesn't smarten up. At plus money, these odds are too good to pass up. 4. Georgia Bulldogs to Win the National Championship (+475)Prior to the season, I believed that Texas was going to emerge victorious as the last team standing in College Football. Although that didn't turn out so well, there's still tons to play for. I'm going to lean Georgia to win things now at this price. Given that the Big Ten has so much confidence entering Conference Championship Weekend with the #1 and #2 teams in the country, I think that there definitely could be some overconfidence going into these playoff games. Despite the perfect record, I'm not sold on Indiana completely as it almost lost to a depleted Penn State team just over a month ago. Ohio State lost to Indiana as well so there's also that. I'm higher on Oregon than probably any Big 10 team at the moment. But, given the history of the sport, I do not expect the Big Ten to three-peat as Champs. I've got the Bulldogs bringing the title back to Georgia and the SEC. 5. Duke Blue Devils to Win the ACC Regular Season Title (-140)This is the only "favorite" on this list and it's here for a reason. Yes, the Blue Devils lost recently against Texas Tech breaking the undefeated record. But, given the strength of schedule, there was little chance that they were going to finish the season perfect. I do believe that getting a loss or two out of the way in non-conference play is going to help Duke grow as a team and dominate when things really matter. I do like Duke to win both the Regular Season as well as the Conference Tournament titles come the end of this season. The Blue Devils are just simply too good compared to the rest of the bunch including teams like UNC & Louisville. Give me Duke at this price. 

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NCAAF, NBA, NHL, and NCAAB Previews and Odds 12/23/2025

by Big Al Staff

Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025

The Tuesday sports card features NCAAF, NBA, NHL, and NCAAB action. The college football bowl season continues with three games on ESPN. Louisville takes on Toledo in the Boca Raton Bowl at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton, Florida, at 2:00 p.m. ET as an 8.5-point favorite with the total set at 43.5. Western Kentucky faces Southern Mississippi in the New Orleans Bowl at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, at 5:30 p.m. ET as a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 58.5. UNLV battles Ohio in the Frisco Bowl at the Ford Center at the Star in Frisco, Texas, as a 7-point favorite with a total of 66.5.The National Basketball Association has 14 games on its docket. Two NBA games tip off at 7:10 p.m. ET. The Philadelphia 76ers host the Brooklyn Nets as a 9.5-point favorite with an over/under of 217.5. The Charlotte Hornets play at home against the Washington Wizards as a 5.5-point favorite with a total of 234.5. Four NBA games start at 7:40 p.m. ET. The Milwaukee Bucks travel to Indiana to challenge the Pacers as a 1.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 220.5. The Miami Heat are home against the Toronto Raptors as a 5.5-point favorite with a total of 228.5. The Atlanta Hawks host the Chicago Bulls as a 4.5-point favorite with an over/under of 254.5. The Cleveland Cavaliers play at home against the New Orleans Pelicans as a 9.5-point favorite with a total of 238.5. Two NBA games begin at 8:10 p.m. ET. The Minnesota Timberwolves are home against the New York Knicks as a 6.5-point favorite with an over/under of 225.5. The Denver Nuggets play in Dallas against the Mavericks on NBC as a 6.5-point road favorite with a total of 237.5. The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the road against the San Antonio Spurs at 8:40 p.m. ET as a 6.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 234.5. Two NBA games start at 9:10 p.m. ET. The Phoenix Suns host the Los Angeles Lakers as a 5.5-point favorite with a total of 225.5. The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Utah Jazz as a 2.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 244.5. Two NBA games begin at 10:10 p.m. ET. The Detroit Pistons play in Sacramento against the Kings as a 9.5-point road favorite with a total of 227.5. The Orlando Magic are on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers as a 1.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 238.5. The Houston Rockets travel to Los Angeles to play the Clippers on NBC at 10:40 p.m. ET as a 6.5-point road favorite with a total of 220.5. The National Hockey League has 13 games on its slate. The Toronto Maple Leafs play at home against the Pittsburgh Penguins on TNT at 4:07 p.m. ET as a -135 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Dallas Stars play in Detroit against the Red Wings on TNT at 6:37 p.m. ET as a -130 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5. Five NHL games drop the puck at 7:07 p.m. ET. The Washington Capitals are home against the New York Rangers as a -170 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Boston Bruins host the Montreal Canadiens as a -120 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Carolina Hurricanes play at home against the Florida Panthers as a -148 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The New Jersey Devils are on the road in New York against the Islanders as a -130 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5. The Ottawa Senators are home against the Buffalo Sabres as a -155 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Minnesota Wild host the Nashville Predators at 8:07 p.m. ET as a -198 money-line favorite with a total of 6.5. Three more NHL games begin at 9:07 p.m. ET. The Colorado Avalanche play at home against the Utah Mammoth as a -270 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Philadelphia Flyers visit Chicago against the Blackhawks as a -125 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5. Two games conclude the NHL card at 10:07 p.m. ET. The Los Angeles Kings are home against the Seattle Kraken as a -250 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Vegas Golden Knights host the San Jose Sharks as a -250 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at noon ET with 12 games involving Division I opponents. One game is on major national television. St. John’s plays at home against Harvard on FS1 at 6:30 p.m. ET as a 24.5-point favorite with an over/under of 145.5. 

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World Junior Hockey Championship Preview

by Sean Murphy

Monday, Dec 22, 2025

The 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship runs December 26, 2025 – January 5, 2026, with games in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota. This marks a return to U.S. ice, where the United States will defend its gold medal on home soil. Ten national teams are split into two groups: Group A: USA, Sweden, Slovakia, Switzerland, Germany Group B: Canada, Finland, Czechia, Denmark, Latvia The format features a preliminary round followed by quarterfinals, semifinals, and medal games concluding January 5. Defending Champions: United States The U.S. enters the 2026 WJC as two-time defending champions, having secured gold in 2024 and 2025. They’ve built a deep roster blending returning contributors with emerging talent, and will aim for a rare three-peat on home ice. Canada: Rebuilding & High Expectations Canada is historically the most successful nation in World Junior history, but recent results have been uncharacteristically disappointing, with back-to-back fifth-place finishes. For 2026, Hockey Canada has retooled its approach, naming a training camp roster that includes top prospects like projected 2026 NHL Draft stars Gavin McKenna and others. Canada’s motivation will be redemption — and a chance to restore its reputation on the international junior stage after falling well short on home ice in Ottawa last year.Sweden & Finland: European Contenders Sweden returns with a talented group of prospects, including multiple recent first-round NHL picks and draft-eligible stars expected to make a big impact. Long known for its preliminary round prowess but medal round failures, the Swedes will be looking to make amends after a disappointing showing. Finland, fresh off a silver medal in 2025, also enters as a team with experience and balance across lines, giving it medal-round upside even if it’s not among the top favorites. If nothing else, the Finns have always proven to be a thorn in the side of the tournament favorites.Czechia: Depth & Momentum Czechia brings a roster heavy with players developed in the Canadian Hockey League and other competitive junior circuits. After recent medal performances, they look to stay competitive and possibly spring an upset or two. They'll open their tournament slate with a difficult matchup against Canada on December 26th.Notable 2026 WJC BetMGM Winner Odds: Canada +145USA +175Sweden +450Finland +1100Czechia +2000Slovakia +5700Switzerland +8000Germany +15100

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL, NCAAB and EPL Previews and Odds - 12/22/2025

by Big Al Staff

Monday, Dec 22, 2025

The Monday sports card features NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL, NCAAB, and EPL action. Week 16 in the NFL concludes with one game. The San Francisco 49ers travel to Indianapolis to play the Colts on ABC/ESPN at 8:15 p.m. ET. The 49ers have won four games in a row after their 37-24 win against Tennessee as a 12.5-point favorite last Sunday. The Colts are on a four-game losing streak after an 18-16 loss at Seattle as a 13-point underdog on Sunday. San Francisco is a 5.5-point road favorite with the total set at 45.5 (all odds from DraftKings). The college football bowl season continues with one game on ESPN at 2:00 p.m. ET. Utah State battles Washington State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. The Aggies have lost two of their last three games after their 25-24 loss at home against Boise State as a 2.5-point underdog on November 28th. The Cougars won for the second time in their last three games after their 32-8 victory against Oregon State as a 14-point favorite on November 29th. Utah State is a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 49.5. The National Basketball Association has seven games on its docket. The Charlotte Hornets travel to Cleveland to face the Cavaliers on Peacock at 7:10 p.m. ET as a 9.5-point road favorite with a total of 237.5. The Boston Celtics play at home against the Indiana Pacers at 7:40 p.m. ET as a 9.5-point favorite with an over/under of 226.5. The New Orleans Pelicans are home against the Dallas Mavericks at 8:10 p.m. ET as a 1.5-point favorite with a total of 237.5. The Denver Nuggets host the Utah Jazz at 9:10 p.m. ET as a 15.5-point favorite with an over/under of 246.5. The Oklahoma City Thunder play at home against Memphis on Peacock at 9:40 p.m. ET as a 16.5-point favorite with a total of 228.5. Two more games conclude the NBA card at 10:10 p.m. ET. The Detroit Pistons play in Portland against the Trail Blazers as a 5.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 235.5. The Golden State Warriors are home against the Orlando Magic as a 4.5-point favorite with a total of 228.5. The National Hockey League has four games on its slate. The Tampa Bay Lightning host the St. Louis Blues at 7:07 p.m. ET as a -238 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Philadelphia Flyers play at home against the Vancouver Canucks at 7:37 p.m. ET as a -135 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. Two more games conclude the NHL card at 10:07 p.m. ET. The Los Angeles Kings are home against the Columbus Blue Jackets as a -185 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Anaheim Ducks host the Seattle Kraken as a -192 money-line favorite with a total of 6.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at 11:00 a.m. ET with 59 games involving Division I opponents. One game is on major national television. Illinois challenges Missouri at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Illinois, on FS1 at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Fighting Illini are an 8.5-point favorite with an over/under of 155.5. Matchweek 156  in the English Premier League concludes with one match. Fulham takes on Nottingham Forest on the USA Network at 3:00 p.m. ET as a -0.5 goal-line favorite with a total of 2.5. 

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAAB, and EPL Previews and Odds - 12/21/2025

by Big Al Staff

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025

The Sunday sports card features NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAAB, and EPL action. Week 16 in the NFL continues with 12 games. Seven NFL games kick off at 1:00 p.m. ET. The Buffalo Bills travel to Cleveland to play the Browns as a 10.5-point road favorite with the total set at 41.5 (all odds from DraftKings). The Tampa Bay Buccaneers play in Carolina to play the Panthers as a 3-point road favorite with an over/under of 45.5. The Minnesota Vikings are on the road in New York against the Giants as a 2.5-point road favorite with a total of 43.5. The Dallas Cowboys host the Los Angeles Chargers as a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 50.5. The New Orleans Saints play at home against the New York Jets as a 6.5-point favorite with a total of 40.5. The Kansas City Chiefs visit the Tennessee Titans as a 3-point road favorite with an over/under of 37.5. The Cincinnati Bengals play in Miami against the Dolphins as a 4.5-point road favorite with a total of 48.5. Four NFL games start in the second afternoon window. Two NFL games begin at 4:05 p.m ET. The Atlanta Falcons are on the road against the Arizona Cardinals as a 3-point road favorite with an over/under of 48.5. The Denver Broncos are home against the Jacksonville Jaguars as a 3.5-point favorite with a total of 46.5. Two more NFL games start at 4:25 p.m. ET. The Detroit Lions host the Pittsburgh Steelers as a 7-point favorite with an over/under of 52.5. The Houston Texans play at home against the Las Vegas Raiders as a 14.5-point favorite with a total of 37.5. Sunday Night Football on NBC has the Baltimore Ravens at home against the New England Patriots at 8:20 p.m. ET. The Ravens are a 3-point favorite with an over/under of 48.5.The National Basketball Association has six games on its docket. The Atlanta Hawks host the Chicago Bulls at 3:40 p.m. ET as a 4.5-point favorite with a total of 246.5. Two more NBA games tip off at 6:10 p.m. ET. The New York Knicks play at home against the Miami Heat as an 8.5-point favorite with an over/under of 236.5. The Toronto Raptors travel to Brooklyn to take on the Nets as a 3.5-point road favorite with a total of 218.5. Two NBA games begin at 7:10 p.m. ET. The San Antonio Spurs play in Washington against the Wizards as a 15.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 239.5. The Minnesota Timberwolves are home against the Milwaukee Bucks as a 12.5-point favorite with a total of 224.5. The Houston Rockets are on the road against the Sacramento Kings at 10:10 p.m. ET as an 11.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 228.5. The National Hockey League has nine games on its slate. The Washington Capitals visit Detroit to challenge the Red Wings at 1:07 p.m. ET with both teams priced as -110 money-line favorites with a total of 5.5. The Colorado Avalanche play in Minnesota against the Wild at 6:07 p.m. ET as a -155 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 6.5. Six NHL games start at 7:07 p.m. ET. The New Jersey Devils host the Buffalo Sabres as a -142 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Pittsburgh Penguins play at home against the Montreal Canadiens as a -125 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The New York Rangers are on the road against the Nashville Predators as a -125 money-line road favorite with a total of 6.5. The Utah Mammoth are home against the Winnipeg Jets as a -122 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Ottawa Senators travel to Boston to challenge the Bruins as a -135 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Dallas Stars host the Toronto Maple Leafs as a -205 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Edmonton Oilers play at home against the Vegas Golden Knights at 8:07 p.m. ET as a -155 money-line favorite with a total of 6.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at noon p.m. ET with 61 games involving Division I opponents. Four NCAAB games are on major national television. Two of these NCAAB games tip off at noon ET. Baylor plays at home against Southern on TNT as a 25.5-point favorite with an over/under of 163.5. North Carolina State takes on Mississippi at the First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina, on ESPN as a 6.5-point favorite with a total of 145.5. Two more NCAAB games on major national television at 3:00 p.m. ET. Arizona State is at home against Oregon State on ESPN as a 12.5-point favorite with an over/under of 147.5. Clemson battles Cincinnati at the Bon Secours Wellness Center in Greenville, North Carolina, on ESPN as a 5.5-point favorite with a total of 139.5. Matchweek 16 in the English Premier League continues with one match. Aston Villa is at home against Manchester United on NBC at 11:30 a.m. ET as a -0.5 goal-line favorite with an over/under of 2.5. 

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL, NCAAB and EPL Previews and Odds - 12/20/2025

by Big Al Staff

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025

The Saturday sports card features NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL, NCAAB, and EPL action.Week 16 in the National Football League continues with two games on Fox-TV. The Philadelphia Eagles travel to Washington to play the Commanders at 5:00 p.m. ET as a 7-point road favorite with the total set at 44.5. The Chicago Bears host the Green Bay Packers at 8:20 p.m. ET as a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 46.5. The college football postseason season continues with the final three games in the first round of the college football playoffs. Texas A&M plays at home against Miami (FL) on ABC/ESPN/ESPN2/ESPNU at noon ET as a 3.5-point favorite with a total of 48.5. Mississippi is home against Tulane on TNT/truTV/HBO Max at 3:30 p.m. ET as a 17.5-point favorite with an over/under of 57.5. Oregon hosts James Madison on TNT/TruTV/HBO Max at 7:30 p.m. ET as a 20.5-point favorite with a total of 46.5.The National Basketball Association has 10 games on its docket. The Denver Nuggets play at home against the Houston Rockets at 5:10 p.m. ET as a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 237.5. Three more NBA games tip off at 7:10 p.m. ET. The New Orleans Pelicans are home against the Indiana Pacers as a 3.5-point favorite with a total of 233.5. The Philadelphia 76ers host the Dallas Mavericks as a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 228.5. The Boston Celtics travel to Toronto to play the Raptors as a 1.5-point road favorite with a total of 223.5. The Denver Nuggets play at home against the Charlotte Hornets at 7:40 p.m. ET as a 9.5-point favorite with an over/under of 233.5. The Memphis Grizzlies are home against the Washington Wizards at 8:10 p.m. ET as a 10.5-point favorite with a total of 233.5. The Golden State Warriors host the Phoenix Suns at 8:40 p.m. ET as a 5.5-point favorite with an over/under of 227.5. The Orlando Magic play in Utah against the Jazz at 9:40 p.m. ET as a 7.5-point road favorite with a total of 240.5. The Portland Trail Blazers are on the road against the Sacramento Kings at 10:10 p.m. ET as a 4.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 237.5. The Los Angeles Lakers play across town against the Los Angeles Clippers at 10:40 p.m. ET as a 3.5-point road favorite with a total of 229.5.  The National Hockey League has 13 games on its slate. Two NHL games drop the puck at 12:37 p.m. ET. The Washington Capitals play at home against the Detroit Red Wings as a -170 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The New York Rangers are home against the Philadelphia Flyers as a -130 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. Two more NHL games begin at 3:07 p.m. ET. The Minnesota Wild host the Edmonton Oilers as a -122 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Ottawa Senators play at home against the Chicago Blackhawks as a -265 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Buffalo Sabres are home against the New York Islanders at 5:07 p.m. ET as a -148 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Florida Panthers host the St. Louis Blues at 6:07 p.m. ET as a -186 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. Four more NHL games start at 7:07 p.m. ET. The Boston Bruins play at home against the Vancouver Canucks as a -162 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Montreal Canadiens are home against the Pittsburgh Penguins as a -142 money-line favorite with a total of 6.5. The Toronto Maple Leafs visit Nashville to play the Predators as a -125 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Carolina Hurricanes play in Tampa Bay against the Lightning with both teams priced as -110 money-line favorites with a total of 5.5. Three games conclude the NHL card at 10:07 p.m. ET. The San Jose Sharks host the Seattle Kraken as a -115 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Vegas Golden Knights are on the road against the Calgary Flames as a -125 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5. The Anaheim Ducks play at home against the Columbus Blue Jackets as a -115 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at noon p.m. ET with 75 games involving Division I opponents. Seven NCAAB games are on major national television. St. John’s takes on Kentucky in the CBS Sports Classic at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on CBS at 12:30 p.m. ET as a 3.5-point favorite with a total of 155.5. North Carolina faces Ohio State in the second game of the CBS Sports Classic in Atlanta at 3:00 p.m. ET as a 3.5-point favorite with an over/under of 154.5. Mississippi State is at home against Memphis on ESPN at 4:00 p.m. ET as a 3.5-point favorite with a total of 152.5. Houston faces Arkansas in the Never Forget Tribute Classic in Newark, New Jersey, on CBS at 5:30 p.m. ET as a 4.5-point favorite with an over/under of 144.5. Virginia hosts Maryland on ESPN at 6:00 p.m. ET as a 16.5-point favorite with a total of 154.5. Duke battles Texas Tech in the Sentinel One Classic in Madison Square Garden in New York City on ESPN at 8:00 p.m. ET as a 9.5-point favorite with an over/under of 153.5. Arizona challenges San Diego State in the Naismith Hall of Fame Classic at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, as a 14.5-point favorite with a total of 153.5. Matchweek 17 in the English Premier League begins with eight matches. Chelsea travels to Newcastle United on the USA Network at 7:30 a.m. ET as a -0.5 goal-line road favorite with an over/under of 2.5. Four more EPL matches start at 10:00 a.m. ET. Bournemouth plays at home against Burnley as a -1.5 goal-line favorite with a total of 2.5. Brighton and Hove Albion is at home against Sunderland at 10:00 a.m. ET as a -0.5 goal-line favorite with an over/under of 2.5. Manchester City hosts West Ham United on the USA Network as a -1.5 goal-line favorite with a total of 3.5. Brentford plays at Wolverhampton as a -0.5 goal-line road favorite with an over/under of 2.5. Liverpool is on the road against Tottenham on NBC at 12:30 p.m. ET as a -0.5 goal-line road favorite with a total of 2.5. Two more games conclude the EPL card at 3:00 p.m. ET. Arsenal visits Everton on NBC as a -0.5 goal-line road favorite with an over/under of 2.5. Crystal Palace plays at Leeds United on the USA Network as a -0.5 goal-line road favorite with a total of 2.5. 

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL and NCAAB Previews and Odds - 12/19/2025

by Big Al Staff

Friday, Dec 19, 2025

The Friday sports card features NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL, and NCAAB action.The college football bowl season continues with three games. Two NCAAF bowl games are on ESPN in the afternoon. Western Michigan plays Kennesaw State in the Myrtle Beach Bowl at Brooks Stadium in Conway, South Carolina, at 11:00 a.m. ET as a 3-point favorite with the total set at 47.5 (all odds from DraftKings). North Carolina State takes on Memphis in the Gasparilla Bowl in Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, at 2:30 p.m. ET as a 3.5-point favorite with an over/under of 56.5. The college football playoff starts with the opening game of the first round with Oklahoma hosting Alabama on ABC/ESPN/ESPN2/ESPN News at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Sooners are on a four-game winning streak after a 17-13 victory against LSU as a 12-point favorite on November 29th. The Crimson Tide’s two-game winning streak ended in the SEC championship game in a 28-7 loss against Georgia as a 1-point underdog on December 6th. Oklahoma is a 1.5-point favorite with a total of 40.5. The National Basketball Association has five games on its docket. Two NBA games tip off at 7:10 p.m. ET. The New York Knicks play at home against the Philadelphia 76ers on Amazon Prime Video as a 6.5-point favorite with an over/under of 228.5. The Boston Celtics are at home against the Miami Heat as a 6.5-point favorite with a total of 234.5. Two NBA games begin at 7:40 p.m. ET. The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Chicago Bulls as a 6.5-point favorite with an over/under of 240.5. The San Antonio Spurs travel to Atlanta to face the Hawks as a 2.5-point road favorite with a total of 242.5. The Oklahoma City Thunder play in Minnesota against the Timberwolves on Amazon Prime Video at 9:40 p.m. ET as a 7.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 226.5. The National Hockey League has five games on its slate. Two NHL games drop the puck at 7:07 p.m. ET. The Carolina Hurricanes are on the road against the Florida Panthers as a -122 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5. The New York Islanders play at home against the Vancouver Canucks as a -142 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. Two NHL games start at 9:07 p.m. ET. The Utah Mammoth are home against the New Jersey Devils as a -135 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Colorado Avalanche host the Winnipeg Jets as a -245 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Dallas Stars visit Anaheim to battle the Ducks at 10:07 p.m. ET as a -115 money-line road favorite with a total of 6.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at 11:00 a.m. ET with 28 games involving Division I opponents. Two games are on ESPNU in the 2025 Chris Paul HBCU Challenge at the Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia. Hampton battles Grambling State at 5:00 p.m. ET. Providence plays at home against Seton Hall on FS1 at 6:30 p.m. ET as a 2.5-point favorite with an over/under of 153.5. Norfolk State challenges Jackson State in the HBCU Challenge at 7:30 p.m. ET. Wisconsin takes on Villanova at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Fox at 8:00 p.m. ET as a 5.5-point favorite with a total of 150.5. BYU is home against Abilene Christian on TNT at 9:30 p.m. ET as a 33.5-point favorite with an over/under of 145.5. Washington plays at Seattle on ESPN2 at 11:30 p.m. ET as a 7.5-point road favorite with a total of 147.5.  

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ASA's NFL Player Props

by ASA, Inc.

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025

DALLAS COWBOYS QB - Dak Prescott Over 253.5 Passing Yards (-115)Dak currently leads the league in passing yards, averaging 15 yards per game more than any other quarterback. CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens have proved to be the most productive receiving duo in the NFL, both sitting in the top eight in the receiving yards category. The trio will look to continue their offensive barrage this week at home against the Chargers stout defense. Having thrown for 250 or more yards in his last six games and averaging over 310 yds/g during that span, there does not seem to be any better hot streak to ride than with Dak. This matchup sports the second highest point total of the weekend with about 50 total points expected, meaning lots of yards to be had by both offenses. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS RB - TreVeyon Henderson Over 55.5 Rushing Yards (-115)Henderson has been on a tear since getting more involved in the Patriots offense the second half of the year. He has rushed for over 50 yards in seven straight games and has been arguably the most explosive rusher in the league with four touchdown runs over 50 yards. The rookie from Ohio State is now averaging 5.4 yards per carry which is close to best in the NFL. Henderson had a massive game last week against the Bills, totaling 148 rush yards on 14 carries. It becomes even more impressive considering he only played 48% of the running back snaps. Against the Ravens middle of the road rushing defense, expect that snap percentage to increase as a more positive game script could be in store. DETROIT LIONS WR - Jameson Williams Over 68.5 Receiving Yards (-115)Williams is another player who’s recently been on fire. He has surpassed 88 receiving yards in five of his last six games and has four games over 100 receiving yards in 2025. Detroit’s top weapon, Amon-Ra St. Brown, commands so much attention from defenses that Williams has been able to feast on single coverage, leading to 18 yards per catch which ranks third in the league. The Lions host the Steelers at Ford Field in a pivotal meeting that oddsmakers expect to have the most points of Week 16. Williams has received at least nine targets in each of the last three games, and considering the high point total, there should once again be plenty of opportunity for the speedster.  

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL and NCAAB Previews and Odds - 12/18/2025

by Big Al Staff

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025

The Thursday sports card features NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NHL, and NCAAB action.Week 16 in the National Football League kicks off with one game. The Seattle Seahawks host the Los Angeles Rams on Amazon Prime Video at 8:15 p.m. ET. The Seahawks have won four games in a row after their 18-16 win against Indianapolis as a 13-point favorite last Sunday. The Rams are on a two-game winning streak after a 41-34 victory at home against Detroit as a 5.5-point favorite on Sunday. Seattle is a 1.5-point favorite with the total set at 42.5 (all odds from DraftKings). The college football bowl season continues with one game on ESPN at 9:00 p.m. ET. Missouri State plays Arkansas State at the Ford Center in Frisco, Texas. The Bears have lost two games in a row after a 42-30 upset loss against Louisiana Tech as a 2.5-point favorite on November 29th. The Red Wolves ended a two-game losing streak with a 30-29 victory at Appalachian State as a 1-point favorite on November 29th. Missouri State is a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 54.5. The National Basketball Association has 12 games on its docket. Two NBA games tip off at 7:10 p.m. ET. The New York Knicks travel to Indiana to take on the Pacers as a 3.5-point road favorite with a total of 224.5. The Atlanta Hawks play in Charlotte against the Hornets as a 5.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 237.5. The Miami Heat are on the road in Brooklyn to face the Nets at 7:40 p.m. ET as a 6.5-point road favorite with a total of 227.5. Four NBA games start at 8:10 p.m. ET. The San Antonio Spurs play at home against the Washington Wizards as a 14.5-point favorite with an over/under of 241.5. The Oklahoma City Thunder are home against the Los Angeles Clippers as a 17.5-point favorite with a total of 220.5. The Houston Rockets are on the road to take on the New Orleans Pelicans as a 9.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 233.5. The Toronto Raptors visit Milwaukee to play the Bucks as a 5.5-point road favorite with a total of 219.5. The Detroit Pistons play in Dallas against the Mavericks at 8:40 p.m. ET as a 5.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 230.5. Three NBA games begin at 9:10 p.m. ET. The Los Angeles Lakers are on the road in Utah against the Jazz as a 7.5-point road favorite with a total of 230.5. The Golden State Warriors travel to Phoenix to challenge the Suns as a 2.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 229.5. The Denver Nuggets host the Orlando Magic as a 7.5-point favorite with a total of 236.5. The Portland Trail Blazers play at home against the Sacramento Kings at 10:10 p.m. ET as an 8.5-point favorite with an over/under of 238.5.The National Hockey League has 10 games on its slate. Six NHL games drop the puck at 7:07 p.m. ET. The Washington Capitals are home against the Toronto Maple Leafs as a -155 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Edmonton Oilers play in Boston against the Bruins as a -142 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Minnesota Wild are on the road against the Columbus Blue Jackets as a -120 money-line road favorite with a total of 6.5. The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Los Angeles Kings as a -192 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Ottawa Senators play at home against the Pittsburgh Penguins as a -180 money-line favorite with a total of 6.5. The Montreal Canadiens are home against the Chicago Blackhawks as a -192 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Buffalo Sabres host the Philadelphia Flyers at 7:37 p.m. ET as a -135 money-line favorite with a total of 6.5. The New York Rangers visit the St. Louis Blues at 8:07 p.m. ET as a -142 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Calgary Flames play at home against the Seattle Kraken at 9:07 p.m. ET as a -170 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Dallas Stars play in San Jose against the Sharks at 10:07 p.m. ET as a -218 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at 11:00 a.m. ET with 32 games involving Division I opponents. Two games are on ESPNU in the 2025 Chris Paul HBCU Challenge at the Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia. Hampton battles Jackson State at 5:00 p.m. ET as a 7.5-point favorite with a total of 136.5. Norfolk State plays Grambling State at 7:30 p.m. ET as a 1.5-point favorite with an over/under of 132.5. 

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NCAAF, NBA, NHL and NCAAB Previews and Odds - 12/17/2025

by Big Al Staff

Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025

The Wednesday sports card features NCAAF, NBA, NHL, and NCAAB action. The college football bowl season continues with two games on ESPN. South Florida plays Old Dominion in the Cure Bowl at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida, at 5:00 p.m. ET. The Bulls won for the second time in their last three games in a 52-3 victory against Rice as a 28-point favorite on November 29th. That victory improved their record to 9-3. The Monarchs are on a five-game winning streak after a 27-10 victory against Georgia State as a 28.5-point favorite on November 29th. South Florida is a 2.5-point favorite with the total set at 52.5 (all odds from DraftKings). Louisiana-Lafayette takes on Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl at the Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, at 8:30 p.m. ET. The Ragin’ Cajuns have won four games in a row after their 30-27 victory in overtime on November 29th. The Blue Hens ended a two-game losing streak with a 61-31 loss against UTEP as a 4-point favorite on November 29th. Louisiana-Lafayette is a 3-point favorite with an over/under of 62.5. The National Basketball Association has two games on its docket at 8:10 p.m. ET. The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Memphis Grizzlies as a 7.5-point favorite with a total of 233.5. The Cleveland Cavaliers travel to Chicago to face the Bulls as a 5.5-point road favorite with an over/under of 242.5. The National Hockey League has five games on its slate. The Florida Panthers play at home against the Los Angeles Kings at 7:07 p.m. ET as a -142 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Detroit Red Wings are home against the Utah Mammoth on TNT at 7:37 p.m. ET as a -125 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. Two NHL games drop the puck at 8:07 p.m. ET. The Winnipeg Jets play in St. Louis against the Blues as a -148 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5. The Carolina Hurricanes are on the road against the Nashville Predators as a -180 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Vegas Golden Knights host the New Jersey Devils on TNT at 10:07 p.m. ET as a -185 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at noon ET with 59 games involving Division I opponents. Five NCAAB games are on major national television. Xavier plays at home against Creighton on FS1 at 6:30 p.m. ET as a 2.5-point favorite with an over/under of 151.5. Vanderbilt visits Memphis on ESPN2 at 7:00 p.m. ET as a 7.5-point road favorite with a total of 159.5. Marquette is at home against Georgetown on FS1 at 8:30 p.m. ET as a 4.5-point favorite with an over/under of 149.5. San Diego State hosts Air Force on the CBS Sports Network at 10:00 p.m. ET as a 23.5-point favorite with a total of 137.5. UCLA plays at home against Arizona State on FS1 at 10:30 p.m. ET as an 8.5-point favorite with an over/under of 146.5. 

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Big Al's Daily Angle: NCAAF, NBA, NHL and NCAAB Previews and Odds - 12/16/2025

by Big Al Staff

Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025

The Tuesday sports card features NCAAF, NBA, NHL, and NCAAB action. The college football bowl season continues with one game. Troy plays Jacksonville State in the Salute to Veterans Bowl at the Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Alabama, on ESPN at 9:00 p.m. ET. The Trojans had won two games in a row before losing at James Madison by a 31-14 score as a 24.5-point underdog in the Sun Belt Conference championship game on December 5th. The Gamecocks lost for the second time in their previous three games in a 19-15 loss at home against Kennesaw State as a 3-point underdog in the Conference USA championship game. Troy is a 1.5-point favorite with the total set at 49.5 (all odds from DraftKings). The National Basketball Association has one game on its docket. The New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs in the championship game of the NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Knicks are on a five-game winning streak after their 132-120 victory against Orlando as a 4.5-point favorite in the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas on Saturday. The Spurs won for the third straight time with their 111-109 upset win against Oklahoma City as a 10-point underdog in their NBA Cup semifinals contest in Las Vegas on Saturday. New York is a 2.5-point favorite with a total of 230.5.The National Hockey League has ten games on its slate. Six NHL games drop the puck at 7:07 p.m. ET. The Detroit Red Wings host the New York Islanders as a -130 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Toronto Maple Leafs play at home against the Chicago Blackhawks as a -238 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Montreal Canadiens are home against the Philadelphia Flyers as a -135 money-line favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The New York Rangers host the Vancouver Canucks as a -135 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5. The Columbus Blue Jackets play at home against the Anaheim Ducks as a -142 money-line favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Utah Mammoth travel to Boston to face the Bruins as a -115 money-line road favorite with a total of 6.5. The Edmonton Oilers play in Pittsburgh against the Penguins on TNT/truTV/HBO Max at 7:37 p.m. ET as a -142 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 6.5. The Minnesota Wild are home to battle the Washington Capitals at 8:07 p.m. ET as a -122 money-line favorite with a total of 5.5.Two games conclude the NHL card at 10:07 p.m. ET. The Calgary Flames are on the road against the San Jose Sharks as a -130 money-line road favorite with an over/under of 5.5. The Colorado Avalanche visit Seattle to challenge the Kraken on TNT/truTV/HBO Max as a -278 money-line road favorite with a total of 5.5.The NCAAB college basketball schedule tips off at 11:00 a.m. ET with 45 games involving Division I opponents. Two games are on major national television. Clemson hosts South Carolina on ESPN2 at 7:00 p.m. ET as a 12.5-point favorite with an over/under of 140.5. Kansas plays at home against Towson on ESPN2 at 9:00 p.m. ET as an 18.5-point favorite with a total of 133.5. 

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Handicapping College Football Bowl Games

by Wayne Root

Monday, Dec 15, 2025

Handicapping College Bowl Games: A New Age ApproachAs college football continues to evolve, so do the strategies involved in handicapping bowl games. This new era presents unique challenges and opportunities for bettors.Understanding the implications of recent trends can help you make informed decisions when wagering on these pivotal matchups.1. Coordinators LeavingOne of the significant impacts on bowl games is the departure of coordinators. When a team's offensive or defensive coordinator leaves for a better job—often just before a bowl game—this can affect team performance. Coordinators play a critical role in game planning and player development, and their absence may lead to a lack of cohesion or new strategies that the players are unaccustomed to. Keep an eye on any announcements regarding coaching changes, as they can signal a shift in the team's abilities.2. New Head CoachesThe hiring of new head coaches can also alter the dynamics of a bowl game. A coach's approach to preparation, motivation, and play-calling can vary significantly from their predecessor. In some cases, a new coach might use the bowl game as a platform to showcase their vision for the program, potentially leading to a strong performance. Conversely, players may struggle to adapt to new schemes or philosophies, which can influence bet outcomes.3. Players Not Wanting to Play Due to Possible InjuriesIn today's college football landscape, many players are increasingly wary of risking injury in bowl games, especially if they have aspirations for the NFL. This has heightened a culture where star players may choose to sit out of bowl games to protect their draft stock. Bettors need to stay updated on player participation, as the absence of key athletes can drastically alter a team's chances of winning.4. Players Sitting Out to Protect NFL StockSimilar to the concern over injuries, players who are confident in their NFL prospects might opt to forgo bowl games altogether. This trend often affects prominent programs where several players are projected to be high draft picks. The decision to sit out can be particularly impactful, as it might remove the team's best talent while altering the game's competitive balance.5. The Transfer PortalThe transfer portal has changed the way teams can build their rosters. Players may join new programs before bowl season, impacting team dynamics and performance. Additionally, bowl games might serve as a showcase for players looking to impress potential future teams. Bettors should analyze how recent transfers may affect the core chemistry and execution of the team.6. Day-of-Game AnnouncementsAs game day approaches, last-minute announcements regarding player availability or injuries can sway betting lines. Teams may disclose the status of key players who were previously uncertain. Keeping abreast of these updates can provide an edge, potentially revealing opportunities to capitalize on line movements or misjudgments.7. Timing Your BetsOne of the best strategies when betting on college bowl games is to place your wagers as close to kickoff as possible. This timing allows you to take advantage of the most accurate information regarding team lineups and player statuses. When you have reliable information about team dynamics, you can make more informed bets. If you’re relying on earlier analyses without the latest updates, you may end up on the losing side.ConclusionHandicapping college bowl games in this new era requires a nuanced understanding of factors that go beyond traditional statistics. By keeping an eye on coaching changes, player decisions, and day-of-game announcements, you can make more educated bets. The volatile nature of college football, driven by personal decisions and shifting team dynamics, emphasizes the importance of staying informed and adapting your strategies accordingly. As always, approach your betting with careful consideration and an eye for the evolving landscape of college football.

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