Jeff Michaels
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RARE 5% & HOW HOT? >> ONLY 2ND CBB 5% TOTAL SINCE DEC '23 - OTHER WON! GOING FOR AN EIGHTH STRAIGHT 4% WINNER!
5% ALERT - Jeff has cashed SEVEN STRAIGHT 5% and he is 55-27-4 (67%) on all 5% since Nov '24 which also ranks #1!
On 5% totals Jeff has also cashed 7 straight and he is 17-5 (77.3%) on those top rated plays since Jan '25!
Jeff cashed another NBA play Tuesday as his 5% play but did fall a half point short on his CBB play. Jeff's all-sports run is 38-13 (74.5%) with Best Bets (4%/5%) going 23-7 (77%)!
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#1 YEAR-TO-DATE! 38-13 (75%) ALL-SPORTS RUN!
ALL OVER/UNDER TOTALS PLAYS ARE 29-9 (75%)!
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5% ALERT/ #1 YTD! PERFECT 7-0 (100%) 5% RUN!
RARE 5% & HOW HOT? >> ONLY 2ND CBB 5% TOTAL SINCE DEC '23 - OTHER WON! GOING FOR AN EIGHTH STRAIGHT 4% WINNER!
5% ALERT - Jeff has cashed SEVEN STRAIGHT 5% and he is 55-27-4 (67%) on all 5% since Nov '24 which also ranks #1!
On 5% totals Jeff has also cashed 7 straight and he is 17-5 (77.3%) on those top rated plays since Jan '25!
Jeff cashed another NBA play Tuesday as his 5% play but did fall a half point short on his CBB play. Jeff's all-sports run is 38-13 (74.5%) with Best Bets (4%/5%) going 23-7 (77%)!
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THE PLAY: Georgia +9.5 (-115)
(709) Georgia at (710) Vanderbilt: Spread
3% Georgia +9.5 (-115)/We choose the +9.5 at -115 compared to +9 at -108. Play as a 3% to +8.
Vanderbilt Commodores Performance:
Overall Record: Vanderbilt is currently 21-6 but has struggled in SEC play with an 8-6 record. Their last three losses have all been very close, including a one-point loss to Oklahoma at home and two one-point losses to Missouri and their in-state rival, Tennessee on Saturday.
Recent ATS Struggles: They have a record of 4-8 (33%) ATS since January 10, with offensive output showing decline as they have averaged 43.7% shooting over their last 7 games. The last three games show shooting percentages of 43.9%, 43.1%, and 41.5%, indicating struggles to score effectively.
Home Performance: Despite playing at home for a second consecutive game, Vanderbilt is 0-6 ATS in that situation, failing to cover by an average of 10.3 points per game.
Georgia Bulldogs Performance:
Recent Success: Georgia has played very well in their last two games, beating Kentucky in Lexington 86-78 as a 6.5-point underdog and following that with a 91-80 victory over Texas as a 2.5-point favorite at home.
Road Performance: The Bulldogs have a 5-3 (62.5%) record ATS on the road this season, showcasing their competitiveness away from home.
Performance Against Good Teams: When facing teams with a win percentage above 60%, Georgia is performing well, with a 9-4 (59.2%) record ATS, including 7-2 (78%) since January 10, which features 4 straight covers. This indicates they rise to the occasion against stronger competition.
THE PLAY: Pittsburgh Pirates OVER 78.5 wins
Pittsburgh Pirates OVER 78.5 wins
Offensive Improvements:
New Additions: The Pirates have significantly strengthened their lineup with the additions of Marcell Ozuna, Ryan O'Hearn, and Brandon Lowe. These players bring a mix of power and potential to an already developing team.
Brandon Lowe's Power: Coming off a season where he hit 31 home runs, Lowe stands out as a significant offensive weapon, suggesting he can help elevate the Pirates’ overall run production.
Ryan O'Hearn's Efficiency: O'Hearn’s best season in terms of wins above replacement (WAR) indicates his growing impact on both offense and defense, making him a valuable asset in the lineup.
Recent season: The Pirates have posted 76, 76 and 71wins the last 3 seasons so we are only asking then to improve by a handful of games.
Pitching Staff Potential:
Paul Skenes: The 23-year-old Cy Young winner leads the pitching staff, indicating that the Pirates have a top-tier arm to anchor their rotation. His presence alone can provide a considerable advantage in close games.
Ashcraft's Emerging Performance: At just 25 years old, Ashcraft’s potential to dominate, as evidenced by his solid 2.71 ERA and 1.6 WAR in limited innings last season, can add depth and reliability to the rotation.
Jared Jones' Situation: While Jones may miss the early portion of the season, his expected contributions upon return could further bolster the pitching staff and influence overall team performance.
Division Competitiveness:
The Brewers' Offseason: With the Brewers' lackluster offseason, the division may open up, allowing the Pirates a better opportunity to compete. Pittsburgh's improvements can create a more competitive environment in the division, making games against teams like Milwaukee crucial for standings and playoff considerations.
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Yet another handicapper from the Cleveland area following Marc Lawrence, Phil Steele, Ralph Michaels, Ed Meyer, and Bryan Leonard. In fact, Jeff's hunger for handicapping began at a young age, being surrounded by parents who made sports betting a daily routine. Jeff then worked for both North Coast Sports and Phil Steele Publications, learning the intricacies of sports betting and becoming a profitable handicapper. Throughout his college years, Jeff's mathematical and analytical prowess helped him develop a betting strategy that turned sports betting into a profitable venture.
Jeff now joins the Sports Memo Marketplace after selling picks on several small sites. Jeff handicaps the traditional sports of NFL, CFB, the NBA, College Basketball, and MLB while showing real prowess in the WNBA. He has dominated the teaser market and has spent a lot of his focus on sides. While also adding in a share of props (especially NFL & MLB), as well as totals.
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