March 12 Plays

Illinois vs. Wisconsin (-8)
The Illini got blasted by Bucky when these two teams faced off last week, and Illinois needed that win to help secure its standing in the NCAA Tournament.
They get another chance today, and Wisconsin might win this game, but it won’t be as easy as it was last time.
In the last game, Illinois settled for jump shots and didn’t attack the rim. Look for them to penetrate more for a more consistent offensive output.
Take Illinois for 3 Units.

Rhode Island vs. St. Louis 128
This is a battle of will as the Rams like a faster pace, but the Billikens prefer to slow it down.
RIU hasn’t been playing very well as of late and SLU should be able to contain them.
Take the under for 2 Units.

Northwestern vs. Purdue (-8)
The Wildcats will be playing with a lot of confidence after blowing out Indiana in the second half of yesterday’s game.
Purdue’s production is limited without Robbie Hummel, and Northwestern’s 3-point shot and gimmick defenses should allow them to hang around in this one.
Take Northwestern for 3 Units.

Georgia Tech vs. Maryland 144
Both of these teams aren’t shy about taking shots, and Maryland prefers a faster pace.
These teams have both inside and outside scoring, so this will be an offensive game. Take the over for 4 Units.

Minnesota vs. Michigan State (-3)
Obviously Minnesota played well yesterday against Penn State, but the Spartans are a different animal.
Michigan State has won eight straight in this series, and Sparty is still playing for a better seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Take MSU for 4 Units.

Notre Dame vs. West Virginia 127
The Irish have gone to a more methodical pace during their winning streak, and the Mountaineers play tough defense and have length.
Neither team surrenders a lot of offensive rebounds and WVU struggles with its outside shooting.
This will be a grind, so take the under for 3 Units.

Baylor vs. Kansas State 145.5
These teams each have superb guard play, combined with athletic big man, meaning they love to get up and down the floor.
Each teams has guards that love to shoot it and don’t get bashful if they miss a couple. The shot clock does not even need to be turned on for this one. Don’t understand the total here.
Take the over for a stone-cold, lead-pipe, Jimmer-third-game-bowling-under lock for 5 Units.