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Ball Bets 6th edition: UCLA stops Arizona roll with big home win

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After a 5-2 record last Saturday, the "Ball Bets" winning percentage on the season is now at 66, and we are putting piles of cash in the pockets of those who read.

Saturday is a stacked slate, so let's keep it rolling with these picks from the betting board:

Best bets

Arizona at UCLA (-4.5)

Arizona has quietly been one of the best teams in the country this season, ripping off 11 straight wins despite not having Allonzo Trier yet in 2016-17. The star guard remains suspended, and his absence will be felt at UCLA. The Wildcats have been very good, but don't possess the firepower to keep up with the Bruins high-octane attack. UCLA 81, Arizona 70

Marquette (+7) at Creighton

Creighton plays its first game without star guard Maurice Watson Jr. on Saturday when it hosts Marquette. While the Bluejays' potent offense should still be a dangerous unit, losing the nation's leader in assists will certainly hurt. The Golden Eagles have lost three straight on the road, but with Creighton bound to be slowed without Watson, Marquette should keep this one tight throughout. Creighton 75, Marquette 71

Michigan State (+7) at Indiana

Michigan State +7 was a strong play before OG Anunoby was ruled out for the season with a knee injury, and is even stronger without Indiana's high-energy forward on the floor. The Hoosiers barely hung on after losing the standout sophomore at halftime against Penn State during the week, and will feel his absence throughout the entire contest on Saturday. Michigan State is a desperate team that needs a big road win to get back in the NCAA Tournament picture. Michigan State 71, Indiana 68

Home "Dog of the Week"

The Home "Dog of the Week" is a moneyline win for a home underdog.

Iowa State at Oklahoma (+2)

Oklahoma cashed in as the "Home 'dog of the week" in the last week's edition, and the Sooners are a strong play for another home win against Iowa State this week. Lon Kruger's bunch is a different unit with star guard Jordan Woodard back in the fold, as evidenced by their massive road win at West Virginia midweek. Woodard and the Sooners keep that roll going on Saturday against the Cyclones. Oklahoma 81, Iowa State 77

Full-day Parlay

The Full-day Parlay offers a pick from one early game, one mid-afternoon game, and one night game Saturday. The idea is to take the winnings from Game 1 and place them on Game 2, and do the same for Game 3.

Georgia (+2) at Texas A&M - 12:00 p.m. ET

Texas A&M is 1-5 this year in the SEC, which is arguably the worst major conference in college basketball. Georgia is 4-2 in conference play, and has looked very strong on the road in SEC play this year. With upperclassmen Yante Maten and J.J. Frazier leading the way, the crowd at Texas A&M shouldn't be a problem for Georgia in its quest for another road win. Georgia 72, Texas A&M 67

Wisconsin (-3) at Minnesota - 4:30 p.m ET

Minnesota has enjoyed a renaissance this season under Richard Pitino, but has lost its last two games, both on the road. A return home may just be what the Golden Gophers need, but Wisconsin will present a massive test on Saturday afternoon. The Badgers' three losses have come to the nation's 21st, 9th, and 7th-ranked teams. The experience of Greg Gard's outfit will be the difference in a big road win for Wisconsin. Wisconsin 65, Minnesota 58

Baylor (-2) at TCU - 8:00 p.m. ET

TCU has been strong at home this season, with their only loss coming against Kansas, but Baylor is just the type of team that can give them fits. The Bears are 5-1 against the spread on the road this season, and are holding opponents to just 69 points per game. This one is going to be close, but Baylor will make enough plays to get the late win. Baylor 72, TCU 68

Season Record

Best bets: 10-5
Home dog: 2-3
Full day parlay: 1-4
Twitter picks: 4-1
Overall Spread Record: 25-13

(Lines courtesy: Covers)

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