An Inside Look at Masters Field

LVH oddsmaker Jeff Sherman analyzes several key players in the Masters field. Follow him on Twitter @golfodds and at golfodds.com.

TIGER WOODS 7-2

Off wins at Torrey Pines, Doral and Bay Hill, Tiger heads to another course where he has excelled with six top-six finishes in the past seven years. ... Putting as well as he has in his career. ... If you choose to oppose Tiger, the price is minus-360 for him not to win this week.

RORY McILROY 9-1

Finally found some form last week at the Texas Open after switching to Nike clubs at the start of the season — usually a sign to look elsewhere. ... His early-season struggles showed the effects of the switch.

PHIL MICKELSON 10-1

Always a threat at Augusta no matter his current form. ... Going for his fourth Masters title. ... Current leader in ticket count support.

JUSTIN ROSE 20-1

All the ingredients of a serious contender exist with Rose, having shown fine Augusta form and off to a tremendous start this season with numerous top-10 finishes.

KEEGAN BRADLEY 25-1

On many handicappers’ short lists this week. ... Showing consistently strong form with four straight top-10 finishes. ... Finished 27th in his lone Augusta appearance.

DUSTIN JOHNSON 25-1

Heavily supported in the majors the past few years. ... His game is rounding into shape with a fourth-place finish at Houston and 12th-place finish at Doral. ... Augusta form is nothing to write home about, but he’s a long-ball hitter who could contend if his putting can hold its end of the bargain.

LOUIS OOSTHUIZEN 25-1

Former British Open champion has some positives going for him this week, coming off a tie for 10th in Houston along with a second-place finish at Augusta last year.

CHARL SCHWARTZEL 25-1

Masters champion in 2011 has put together one of the better starts on the tour with multiple top-10 finishes. ... Solid all-around golfer who figures to contend on Sunday. ... Opening odds of 40-1 look to be good value at this point.

ADAM SCOTT 25-1

Former UNLV standout has the game to warrant support, but his epic collapse at the 2012 British Open still could be haunting him and prevent victory.

LEE WESTWOOD 25-1

A threat in majors in recent years but hasn’t put the finishing touches on it. ... Recent Augusta finishes of third, 11th and second are promising if he can get past his putting woes.

LUKE DONALD 30-1

Former world No. 1 and 2011 dual money list winner has been falling out of favor with bookmakers and bettors alike. ... Odds have drifted to 30-1, and support still has been minimal. ... Look for sharps to oppose in matchups as he’s a short hitter up against Augusta’s length.

MATT KUCHAR 30-1

Currently second in ticket count behind Mickelson and ahead of Woods. ... Since his win at the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship, has seen a steady stream of support at the betting window. ... Third-place finish at Augusta last year has helped his cause.

BRANDT SNEDEKER 30-1

He had the hottest start in golf this season — a win at Pebble Beach included in four out of five top-three finishes — until a rib injury detracted from his Augusta hopes of glory. ... Since coming back from injury, has missed cuts at Bay Hill and Houston. ... Has seen the largest swing in odds, starting at 80-1 in August and reaching a low of 15-1 after his Pebble Beach win.

BUBBA WATSON 35-1

Defending champion is garnering less and less support to repeat this week. ... Odds have drifted from an opening of 25-1.

SERGIO GARCIA 40-1

Question his mental approach, as he publicly has stated he doubts his chances in majors. ... Better to support him in matchups if he is on your short list.

HUNTER MAHAN 40-1

Has erratic course form with three top 12s and two missed cuts in the past five years. ... Seems to have peaked about a month ago with his form fading away from the winner’s circle.

IAN POULTER 40-1

Has shown some relatively good current and course form. ... Worth a look as an outsider at 50-1 or higher.

STEVE STRICKER 40-1

Woods’ “putting coach” after giving him tips at Doral. ... Recognized as one of the top putters on the tour. ... Relatively short hitter, so that neutralizes his putting ability.

JASON DAY 50-1

Coming off an injury-plagued season. ... Finished second in his first Masters appearance in 2010. ... Recent form has been average.

JASON DUFNER 50-1

One of the most heavily supported golfers in the majors last year. ... This year seems like he’s more into “Dufnering” than his play on the course.

RICKIE FOWLER 50-1

Has the aggressive approach needed at Augusta. ... Surprising there hasn’t been more support for him after opening at 30-1.

GRAEME McDOWELL 50-1

Inconsistent both in current and course form, thus not a surprise to see him perform well or miss the cut.

JIM FURYK 60-1

Off a third-place finish at last week’s Texas Open. ... Proves most difficult to support in outright market as he finds reasons to not close the deal lately. ... Better to support in matchups.

BILL HAAS 60-1

Has had a good start to the season, with five top-10 finishes. ... Augusta form reveals a best of 26th place in 2010. ... Was supported at 80-1.

WEBB SIMPSON 60-1

The 2012 U.S. Open winner has one Masters appearance, finishing 44th last year. ... Lack of support has moved his odds from 50-1.

NICK WATNEY 60-1

Most notable contender of Vegas valley residents. ... Strength is course form, with three straight top 20s from 2008 to 2010. ... Current form is what has increased his odds, having not finished inside the top 25 in the past couple of months.

PETER HANSON 80-1

PGA Tour rookie has had success in Europe before making the switch to America. ... Has a third-place finish last year to go with three straight recent top 25s.

BO VAN PELT 80-1

After a solid campaign last season, and two excellent finishes in two starts at Augusta, has had a rough start to the season. ... Those supporting him hope he can pick up where he left off last year with a final-round 64.

RYAN MOORE 125-1

Another former UNLV standout. ... Has been struggling lately. ... Course form of 35th in 2011 and 14th in 2010 are only positive signs at the moment.

SCOTT PIERCY 150-1

Local golfer making his debut at Augusta. ... Maiden win last year at the RBC Canadian Open punched his ticket this week. ... Has struggled with recent form.

FIELD (all others) 20-1

Notables in our “field” include George Coetzee, Russell Henley and 14-year-old amateur Guan Tianlang of China. ... An additional 20 golfers comprise the field.