Villanova is really resilient.  I believe a large part of the win was Jay Wright's game plan.  Slowed the game way down, even though HOU played defense franticly. Nova shot 28.8% and still won!  That's hard to get my mind around.  But they held HOU to 44 points, 1-20 from deep, and only 0.76 points per possession.  Wow, it was simply picture-perfect execution and even though it cost me...it was an amazing watch. In the other game, Duke scored only 6 points in the last 6:32 to leave the total under the 147½ by a stinking half point.  Maybe it's was a losing day, but I was treated to some amazing entertainment by these gifted lads.  Can't wait to see if the Peacocks can deny UNC the dream matchup with Duke in the Final Four. 🤗

TODAY

🏀 St Peters +8½ -105 and UNDER 137½ -105 .... St Peters isn’t just happy to be here.  They expect to win today.  With an amazing defense and stellar shooting, they've become real contenders.  The Peacocks are 10-0 SU and ATS in their L10.  The ST Pete 5-out spread offense is much better than the sum of the parts.  They attack the rim...frequently, actually #1 in D1 in finishing-at-the-rim frequency (53%).  They get lots of off-screen and cutting plays...that's mostly how they are able to finish at the rim.  They are still dealy in catch-and-shoot too, ranking 7th in catch-and-shoot PPP.  Their best play and 3-time MAAC defensive player of the year; KC Ndefo may have some trouble with Bacot's size but don't expect that to be a given.  Bacot has been amazing and a huge reason the Heels are still dancing, so I would assume limiting his production is high on Coach Halloway's to-do list.  NC will play fast as that's just how they play, likely they will try to pound the rock inside where they will enjoy a size advantage across the line.  Honestly, we expected neither of these teams at this point, but UNC brings a rich and storied past as well as a potential matchup vs Duke on deck. Hell, we could have an ACC reunion at the Final Four in New Orleans with 3 teams possible.  I think the Tar Heels do advance but I will still back the dog at +8½.  I will lean with the under as well, even vs this high-powered North Carolina offense, the Peacocks will have to D-up and slow pace for any chance.