Let’s close on a win
Our window to bet on basketball is waning with every minute that passes. After four games tonight we’re down to seven games remaining this tournament. So we have to get while the getting is good. Tonight’s Sweet 16 matchups are some of the bluest of blue bloods and some relative newcomers. But either the Big Ten or the SEC is going to have a significant stake in the bragging rights for the remainder of this year. And it’s only fair we try to profit.
Your breakdown of the late game window for this Sweet 16 Friday:
Game 1: Michigan vs Auburn
Tip Time: 9:39PM
Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta GA
Television: CBS
Storylines:
- The overall one-seed, Auburn has shown strong performance against SEC teams, averaging 83.8 points per game. If you’re the best team from the best conference, that matters.
- Michigan, a fifth seed, narrowly escaped an upset in the first round and has relied on standout performances from players like Roddy Gayle Jr. to advance.
- Former Morehead State standout and current Auburn Tiger Johni Broome may be the difference tonight. For Michigan to win they have to limit Broome’s impact.
Belt Bets:
Line: Auburn -7.5
O/U: Under 158
Prop of the Game: Johni Broome (AUB) over 17.5 points
Game 2: Purdue vs Houston
Tip Time: 10:09PM
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis IN
Television: TruTV
Storylines
- Though the higher seed, Houston will likely have a marked crowd disadvantage as the game is occurring in Indianapolis, roughly 45 minutes from Purdue’s campus.
- Houston is a defensive powerhouse, leading the nation in points allowed per game and field goal defense. They are making their sixth consecutive Sweet 16 appearance.
- Purdue has been strong offensively, ranking among the nation’s best in shooting efficiency. They are looking to overcome Houston’s formidable defense
Belt Bets:
Line: Purdue +8.5
O/U: Over 132
Prop of the Game: Fletcher Loyer (PUR) over 10 points
Per usual don’t bet what you can’t afford to lose. Entertainment purposes only. Yadda yadda yadda.