Big Monday......

Oklahoma State -9 over Kansas. This is a well tested theory which has served our readers very well throughout the years. In conference games, always take the points with the home dog. Following a huge come from behind win on Saturday, Kansas is ripe for a letdown. Regardless of which Kansas team shows up tonight, Oklahoma state should be able to stay within striking distance. Tonight's release.....Oklahoma State -9 over Kansas.

Dog Days of Winter.........

Due to a lack of compelling lines in today's matchups, we are forced to test our skill level by thinking outside the box. While Pittsburgh vs. Louisville is an interesting game, the line (Louisville -8), renders this a "no touch" although I lean Lousville. Now for our Sunday college hoops release....

Manhattan -3.5 over Loyola. Loyola has put together a surprisingly good season and a run at an automatic tourney bid is not out of the realm of possibility. That said, Manhattan is a superior team and should be able to defend their home court today, in addition to covering the number. Take Manhattan and lay the 3 and a hook.

NBA All Star Game 2012. Release : Over 283.5 . These are glorified pick up games where neither squad plays any defense. Barring an incredibly slow start by either conference, I expect the total to reach 300 this afternoon. This is like betting a coin flip....and I like betting coin flips. Take the over and thank me tomorrow.

Nets.....

+9.5 over Knicks. After being responsible for creating Linsanity, the Nets now find themselves trying to slow down a white hot Knicks squad (8-1 in last nine games). Despite a dismal 9-24 record, the Nets remain resilient and always play their cross town rivals tough.

Following a huge victory over the Mavs yesterday, I am siding with the 9.5 points and the Nets to keep this game close. With Jeremy Lin and the Knicks getting all the attention, expect Nets star point guard Derron Williams to come up big tonight. Tonight's release.....Nets +9.5 over Knicks.

Sunday......

Funday is being sponsored by Propick Sports. After crushing it with our College Game of the Year play last night, we are back in the saddle....again. Today's Knicks vs Mavericks game is a contrast in styles. While I would ordinarily side with the home team in an early Sunday contest, I will refrain and avoid adhering to one of my gaming principles.

The Mavs are ripe for the taking. After escaping with a narrow victory in Philly the other night, these are generally the type of games teams in their position lose. After all, the Knicks are not a division/conference opponent and if a team ever was to come out flat, today would be the day.

Despite going 7-1 during the reign of the Dragon, the Knicks have played against the dregs of the NBA. Furthermore, as Jeremy Lin's turnovers start to become more concerning, I cannot help but think this feel good story will hit a few bumps in the road from time to time. With that being said, Lay the 2 points with the Mavericks. Today's release: Mavs -2 over the Knicks.

College Hoops Game of the Year........

After a brief hiatus, we at Propick Sports plan on stuffing tons of dollars in the pockets of our loyal fans. While car companies are promising "deals of the century" this President's day weekend, Propick Sports, eschews the self promotion and would rather receive a few thank you emails come Tuesday morning.

Michigan +5.5 over Ohio State. If nothing else, please remember "home dogs in conference games". Furthermore, factor in the significance of a Big 10 school playing at home on a Saturday night in primetime. Michigan is not on the same level as Ohio State but does have two things going for them tonight: head coaching and belief in themselves. This is not the NBA, these kids still believe.......Release of the Year: Michigan +5.5 over Ohio State.

*Bonus play. Clippers -3 over Spurs. Despite playing inspired ball this year, the Spurs are an old team and will not perform as well down the stretch, especially on west coast road trips. While the Clippers are a "trendy play", I will side with the common man and lay the wood. Clippers -3 over the Spurs tonight.