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UFC 106 headlined by Forrest Griffin, Tito Ortiz bout

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:27:38 PM

Looking to build on his amazing one-fight win streak at the betting window, Bread breaks down the UFC 106 card scheduled for the Mandalay Bay Events Center from Las Vegas.

Can Ohio State avoid a letdown at Michigan Wolverines?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:21:35 PM

Coming down to the wire in the 2009 college football season, SBR's Justin7 and Peter Loshak take a look at Week 12 games and betting opportunities.

LeBron James and Cavaliers get back to business at Indiana Pacers

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:55:17 PM

Coming off a lackluster second-half effort on Wednesday in Washington, LeBron James and the Cavaliers get back in the win column Friday night on the road at the Pacers.

Paradise Jam, Puerto Rico Tip-Off hog weekend action

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:08:51 PM

After three of the top-6 schools struggled on Thursday before pulling out victories, it looks as if the college hoops season is in midseason form when upsets become something of the norm. This weekend finds two tournaments filling the slate with eight schools in Puerto Rico finishing off action that started on Thursday and eight more squads in the Virgin Islands to start the Paradise Jam on Friday.

Boise State needs blowout win on Friday to keep BCS hopes alive

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:03:00 PM

The Boise St. Broncos, despite a No. 6 spot in the BCS, still face an uphill battle if they are going to punch a ticket for one of the five BCS bowl games in January.

Michigan Wolverines to let it all hang out on Saturday vs. Ohio St.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:06:46 PM

For Michigan, this is their bowl game and chance to avoid a second consecutive losing season. Look for an all-out effort from the Wolverines at home Saturday vs. the Buckeyes.

Colts at Ravens as a pick 'em is most debated line of the week

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:50:02 PM

Peter Loshak welcomes Big Al McMordie back to SBR.tv to preview Week 11 in the NFL. Loshak and McMordie discuss a selection of games, betting lines, and SBR poster opinions.

Tennessee hosts tired, banged-up Vanderbilt Commodores

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:47:06 PM

This one was mismatch written all over it. Vanderbilt comes into Knoxville a tired and beaten football team and Tennessee's Lane Kiffin will be intent on a blowout at home.

New Mexico Lobos seek end to 14-game skid vs. Colorado St.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:41:38 PM

It's been 13 months on the calendar and 14 games on the gridiron since the Lobos won a game, and New Mexico is desperate to end that streak Saturday at home.

Ole Miss, LSU battle in annual Magnolia Bowl

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:35:38 AM

The Rebels and Tigers get together for the 98th time in their rivalry when LSU travels to Oxford to take on Ole Miss in a game that should decide third place in the SEC behind Florida and Alabama. After missing several key players last week vs. Louisiana Tech, including QB Jordan Jefferson, the Bayou Bengals should be at full strength Saturday afternoon when CBS broadcasts the game starting at 3:30 (ET).

Lakers, Magic and Celtics highlight weekend action

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:29:33 AM

Pau Gasol's double-double helped the Lakers past the Bulls on Thursday, 108-93. Next up for the defending champs will be Kevin Durant and Oklahoma City on Sunday night as LA tried to keep pace with the red-hot Suns in the Pacific Division. The Friday night NBA slate finds a rematch of last year's Easterno Conference Finals when the Orlando Magic travel north to face Paul Pierce and the Boston Celtics.

Toledo Rockets and Eastern Michigan Eagles score early, score often

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:59:07 AM

Two inept defenses get together at the Glass Bowl in Toledo on Friday night when the Rockets host the Eastern Michigan Eagles in a MAC battle that should see plenty of scoring.

Akron Zips +11 to stay within single-digits of Bowling Green

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:50:06 AM

Bowling Green is getting outscored this year by -1.6 points per game, and they have actually been worse here at home. That makes an Akron team that can run a live double-digit dog.

Matt Holliday, Jason Bay top free agent list

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:19:52 PM

Scott Boras and Joe Urbon are just two guys trying to do their jobs which just happen to be squeezing millions of dollars out of MLB owners for their clients.

2009 Cy Young's mark big shift in voting

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:18:45 PM

Kansas City's Zach Greinke and Tim Lincecum of the Giants took home the Cy Young hardware this week and with the awards came a major shift in voting for future end of season accolades.

Running attacks the key for both Panthers and Dolphins tonight

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:08:19 PM

For Carolina, it's an injury to OT Jordan Gross while Miami will be missing start RB Ronnie Brown for the rest of the season. Not good news for two teams that rely on the run.

Dolphins swim north to meet Carolina Panthers

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:48:07 PM

The Miami Dolphins may be without running back Ronnie Brown tonight but look for that to make them mix it up more when visiting the Carolina Panthers. In this battle of 4-5 teams, each squad was victorious this past Sunday and it could be a season-deciding clash tonight for who continues on with another win and gets back to a .500 record in a Thursday night NFL special from Bank of America Stadium.

North Carolina draws Ohio State in 2K Sports Classic semifinals

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:44:52 PM

An early season battle that feels a little like a March tourney contest finds North Carolina taking on the Ohio St. Buckeyes at Madison Square Garden on Thursday night.

Houston Cougars should shine at home against Memphis Tigers

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:38:57 PM

After being upset last week at Central Florida, look for the Houston Cougars to pour it on this Saturday at home when they host the Memphis Tigers in a C-USA matchup.

Spurs could be short Ginobli and Parker tonight vs. Jazz

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:33:56 PM

Tony Parker's sprained left ankle and Manu Ginobli's left groin could keep the Spurs stars out of Thursday night's home game against the Utah Jazz.

South Carolina Gamecocks -7½ to sink La Salle Explorers

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:41:03 AM

South Carolina is 2-0 while winning by an average of 31 points, while La Salle only beat Hampton by three and now faces a stiffer SEC opponent. Lay the points with the Gamecocks.

Marian Hossa could make '09 debut for Blackhawks tonight at Flames

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:21:11 AM

Marian Hossa has been testing his shoulder in recent Chicago practices and could make his season debut for the Blackhawks Thursday night on the road at the Calgary Flames.

Arizona Cardinals, St. Louis Rams to soar Over 46½ indoors Sunday

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:53:35 AM

The Cardinals offense has been hitting on all cylinders lately, and on paper at least, Arizona is capable of approaching 40 points vs. a bad Rams defense in a dome. Go Over in St. Louis.

Red Wings bring thin roster into home contest with Dallas Stars

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:03:47 PM

Their roster depleted by injuries and the flu bug, the Detroit Red Wings at least have home ice advantage on Wednesday when they host the road-weary Dallas Stars.

New York Knicks +6½ to keep pace with Indiana at Conseco Fieldhouse

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:48:18 PM

The Pacers may be overvalued right now as they are not as good as their five-game winning streak suggests, and the Knicks have played well in Indiana in the past. Take the points.

Dallas Mavericks to keep San Antonio Spurs winless on road

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:32:08 PM

The Dallas Mavericks are playing with some revenge from a loss in San Antonio earlier this month while the Spurs are just playing awful on the road so far this season.

Jaguars ready to make serious playoff push, starting with the Bills

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:27:43 PM

A steady dose of Maurice Jones-Drew this Sunday should be more than the Buffalo defense can handle when the Bill travel to Jacksonville to take on the Jaguars.

Clippers and Grizzlies meet in Memphis

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:06:09 AM

With both teams having trouble scoring, especially from beyond the arc, the 'under' is the right play Wednesday night when the Clippers and Grizzlies battle in Memphis at the FedEx Forum.

Tar Heels face tough test vs. Ohio St. Buckeyes

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:09:44 AM

Thursday night's doubleheader from Madison Square Garden almost has that March feel with four ranked schools meeting in the Coaches vs. Cancer tournament. Fresh off career wins No. 800 and 801, Jim Boeheim leads the Syracuse Orange against the California Golden Bears in the opener on ESPN2. Roy Williams and the North Carolina Tar Heels take to the hardwood next against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Arizona Wildcats and Oregon Ducks fight it out in crazy Pac-10

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:05:23 AM

The Arizona Wildcats are still in the running for a date in Pasadena on New Year's Day, but first they have to stop the Ducks' running game led by LaMichael James.