Handicapper Bruce Marshall likes Kentucky (Even) to win the South Regional, where it would face the winner of UNR-Loyola-Chicago in the final and set up a sizable middle.
NCAA Tournament
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Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve have made what they say is a “sweet wager” on the NCAA basketball matchup between their hometown teams.
Westgate sports book manager Ed Salmons and Boyd Gaming sports book director Bob Scucci reported taking sharp action on Kansas State, a 5½-point underdog to Kentucky after the line climbed as high as 6½.
Review-Journal sports betting columnist Todd Dewey, handicapper Kelly Stewart and CG Technology sports book vice president Matt Holt preview the Sweet 16 games on Thursday and Friday.
Here are some NCAA Tournament props posted at MGM Resorts, Westgate and William Hill sports books, including UNR star Caleb Martin’s total points (17½).
Handicapper Bruce Marshall (9-3, 10 points) leads the Review-Journal’s Adam Hill (9-2-1, 9.5 points) by a half-point in the contest heading into the Sweet 16.
It’s hard to figure any of the other 15 teams still breathing can match UNR for its unity and resolve, amazing when you consider the Wolf Pack offer a starting lineup of five transfers.
When it comes to the UNLV vs. UNR rivalry, and the disparity it may cause among Nevadans, the Jingoli family of Las Vegas can identify with TV’s “The Brady Bunch.”
UNLV is certain to pocket nearly $100,000 next fiscal year — and about $600,000 over the next six years — and will get more if UNR continues to advance in the NCAA Tournament.
The thrilling win by Loyola-Chicago helped Las Vegas casino owner Derek Stevens win $16,000 after finishing 17-14-2 ATS on his wagers (counting the Ramblers twice).
Even if the NCAA approves a protective device for Haas’ fractured right elbow, coach Matt Painter said, there are still limitations and it wouldn’t be beneficial for Haas’ health.
One word succinctly describes what’s transpired so far in the NCAA Tournament: Madness. But even that’s probably underselling it.
The statement the Retrievers made and their place in history is forever.
Opening and closing lines, results and point-spread highlights from all eight games in the NCAA Tournament.
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