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Jason La Canfora

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Jason La Canfora has been covering the NFL since 2004 and spent 10 years as CBS's NFL Insider for "THE NFL TODAY" and across all platforms. He continues to cover the NFL as an analyst and insider for The Washington Post and gather information from a plethora of sources throughout the game. La Canfora joined SportsLine as a wagering analyst in 2022, giving out weekly best bets throughout the NFL season, appearing on live betting shows and making other regular appearances on CBS Sports HQ, handicapping NFL, MLB, NBA and college hoops. He also has handicapped the NFL, MLB and NBA for SportsGrid and contributes NFL gambling content for Audacy and The BET QL Network, including hosting BetMGM Gameday during the NFL season. For Jason La Canfora media inquiries, contact SportsLine@CBSInteractive.com.

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Apr 08 2025, 12:50 am UTC
League
University of Florida
65
@ University of Houston
63
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+288
25-20 in Last 45 NCAAB ATS Picks
+91
2-1 in Last 3 FLA ATS Picks
Analysis:

The Cougars have been less erratic than the Gators and defense wins championships This is a total pick 'em for me, so I will take the defensively superior team with the more experienced coach and one that has extreme belief that no deficit is too large. The Cougars have won 18 straight and 31 of 32 and you are giving me points? The Gators have only covered 2 of their last 5 games. Too much of their offense predicated on off balance stuff that I don't see falling against this style of defense. I like the Cougars to win this game played at a pace and low score they are most accustomed to.

Pick Made: Apr 06, 11:55 pm UTC on FanDuel
Apr 08 2025, 12:50 am UTC
League
University of Florida
65
@ University of Houston
63
+1783
40-20-1 in Last 61 NCAAB O/U Picks
Analysis:

The Cougars tend to dictate tempo and flow with their physicality and this won't be a wild, up-and-down SEC-type game. The Cougars are 9-3-1 to the under in their last 13 games and this 141.5 total is one of the three highest all season for them. Are we sure either team gets to 65 points? Houston is 12-8-2 to the under in road/neutral games. Florida's run of 11 straight overs stopped in the Final Four. Will Walter Clayton, Jr be able to make all those off script shots vs this defense? Are we buying Alex Condon as a scorer right now? The Gators are only 9-8 to the over vs non-conference teams.

Pick Made: Apr 06, 12:54 pm UTC on BetRivers
Apr 06 2025, 1:28 am UTC
League
University of Houston
70
@ Duke University
67
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+771
16-7 in Last 23 NCAAB ML Picks
Analysis:

Few teams can handle the kind of defensive intensity the Cougars throw at you. Duke can. Their backcourt won't crack. They are elite rebounders and have the best player in the country in Cooper Flagg. Duke knows how to get to the line and when they do they put teams away. The Blue Devils are top 10 in converting their foul shots, while Houston is just 115th. If this gets to 3, I'll probably wade back in, and will buy it down as well as part of some small parlays. Duke is a little more balanced to me, and can win playing breakneck ball or at a slower pace. Duke also a little better defending the three ball though both clubs excel there as well.

Pick Made: Mar 31, 11:58 am UTC on BetMGM
Apr 05 2025, 10:09 pm UTC
League
University of Florida
79
@ Auburn University
73
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+771
16-7 in Last 23 NCAAB ML Picks
Analysis:

I can't get over the fact that the Gators dropped a 90-burger on Auburn. Maybe I'm putting too much weight on it. They are more balanced to me than the Tigers and a shade better defensively. They are probably a wee bit better at making ridiculous shots even amid duress. The Gators a little more adept to win a total shootout or a lower-paced game than the Tigers. Florida is 8th in the country in rebounding margin and if they get a bounty of the second-chance opportunities that's going to bode very well for them. Both teams have elite three-point defenses (top 12 in the country) but Florida is slightly better. Auburn can be inconsistent. Might be a final shot game.

Pick Made: Mar 31, 12:44 am UTC on BetRivers
Mar 30 2025, 9:05 pm UTC
League
Michigan State
64
@ Auburn University
70
+1783
40-20-1 in Last 61 NCAAB O/U Picks
+192
3-1 in Last 4 MICHST O/U Picks
Analysis:

Sparty Unders is a way of life, and I suspect it's our last chance to ride that wave this season. No reason to change now. When the total is under 152, Michigan State is 20-6 to the under. Sparty is under in 11 of its last 13 games and 14 of the last 17. They slow it down and throw 4 bigs at you and can't shoot threes. Auburn isn't as run-and-gun as some other top SEC schools, they have settled down in tourney play and are under in 4 of their last 5. They just went under by 12.5 vs a Big 10 school (Michigan). Auburn can get a little nervy and out of sorts offensively.

Pick Made: Mar 29, 1:27 pm UTC on FanDuel
Mar 30 2025, 12:59 am UTC
League
University of Alabama
65
@ Duke University
85
+1783
40-20-1 in Last 61 NCAAB O/U Picks
Analysis:

It's Duke's highest total yet, but that's what happens when you play Alabama in do or die game. Both teams can score at will and the Tide play no D. Duke is without a top rebounder and defender and has been a straight over team with Cooper Flagg healthy - 9-1 over last 10 with Flagg fully available and 12-3 over in last 15. Either team scoring 85+ is not out of character. Bama is 9-4 over last 13 games and 8-3 over on the season when total is 173+. The Tide is 13-7-1 over with equal rest and 6-3 over in neutral settings. Perhaps this drops more but as of now things tipping back up towards 174. Duke could drop 100 again.

Pick Made: Mar 28, 3:46 pm UTC on FanDuel
Mar 29 2025, 2:28 am UTC
League
Purdue University
60
@ University of Houston
62
+1783
40-20-1 in Last 61 NCAAB O/U Picks
+400
4-0 in Last 4 PURDUE O/U Picks
Analysis:

Houston can suffocate you defensively and Purdue's shooting tends to be very hit or miss. Next weekend could be quite different than some of their recent displays. They will have to fight for their shots much more against this tall and athletic opponent and over time their 3-point shooting away from home has suffered. Boilers under in 3 of their last 4 and 9 of their last 12 road/neutral games. Boilers play at a slog's pace (298th in KenPom pace) and Cougars make them look like track stars (359th). Don't expect a lot of second chance shots for Boilers. This should be an old-school game, played in the low 60s.

Pick Made: Mar 23, 9:10 pm UTC on BetRivers
Mar 28 2025, 11:09 pm UTC
League
University of Mississippi
70
@ Michigan State
73
+1783
40-20-1 in Last 61 NCAAB O/U Picks
+192
3-1 in Last 4 MICHST O/U Picks
Analysis:

Sparty unders are real, especially when Tom Izzo has time to prepare (22-9 under with 2+ days off). The offense remains inconsistent, with only one gifted scorer in Jase Richardson. But 10 kids play and they all defend. Their four bigs will excel at trading fouls and rim defense here. It's a way of life for them. Sparty is under in 13 of its last 16 games. They are under in 8 of last 10 road/neutral games. The Rebels have athletes to keep up when State runs to transition attempts. Sparty's lack of three ball game should help us here. Rebs 91 points vs. Iowa State was an anomaly. Their prior 8 road/neutral games averaged 72 points. This might be played in 60s.

Pick Made: Mar 24, 1:58 pm UTC on BetRivers
Mar 28 2025, 2:20 am UTC
League
University of Arkansas
83
@ Texas Tech University
85
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+288
25-20 in Last 45 NCAAB ATS Picks
Analysis:

This will be a different challenge from a skill and length perspective for the Razorbacks - akin to the SEC grind, where they were not top tier. This isn't poor-shooting St John's. Boogie Fland played a lot more than expected, which could present problems moving forward. ARK can't shoot the three ball and the Red Raiders are strong defending the paint. Tech is a top 50 rebounding margin team and ARK is just 196th. Tech is top 17 in KenPom O and D ratings, and will keep the Razors from running. Tech is 36th in EFG% and Arknsas just 116th. JT Toppin and Darrion Williams should be able to get enough of what they want inside, and Raiders superior deep shooting will cover 5.5.

Pick Made: Mar 23, 10:15 pm UTC on BetRivers
Mar 28 2025, 2:03 am UTC
League
University of Arizona
93
@ Duke University
100
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+288
25-20 in Last 45 NCAAB ATS Picks
+72
3-2 in Last 5 DUKE ATS Picks
Analysis:

Duke covered 10 of last 12 games, both failures with Cooper Flagg hurt. They have covered 14 of their last 20 overall, making a habit of scoring 90+ points and blowing teams out. Arizona brings a different challenge than most ACC teams, but it's one Duke is up for. Seventeen of their last 21 wins are by 10 points or more. It's what they do. The Devils have the best player on the court, more than enough long-range options, and they will dictate this game is played at a more moderate pace that should frustrate the Wildcats. Duke is 4th in NCAA in assist/turnover ratio and AZ is 51st. Those extra quality possessions and protecting the ball lead to double-digit wins.

Pick Made: Mar 24, 2:11 pm UTC on FanDuel
Mar 27 2025, 11:09 pm UTC
League
Brigham Young University
88
@ University of Alabama
113
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+771
16-7 in Last 23 NCAAB ML Picks
Analysis:

Making a calculated gamble by the time I wake up tomorrow this has moved, as it was -185 offshore quickly after the match-up was set. Probably a bonkers scoring game, which no one does better than Alabama (okay Florida might do it better since they can defend) and BYU will be hard pressed to keep from getting in foul trouble and having its depth tested around the rim. ALA over 60% on 2-point shots. ALA is 21-6 since Dec 1 and all but one loss came to a team still in the tourney (Missouri). A defense-optional game is precisely their kind of jam and last time Cougars faced a team like this they got blown out by Houston. Opponent suits 'Bama's strengths just fine.

Pick Made: Mar 24, 2:30 am UTC on BetRivers
Mar 23 2025, 11:10 pm UTC
League
Colorado State University
71
@ University of Maryland
72
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+288
25-20 in Last 45 NCAAB ATS Picks
Analysis:

I'd lay up to 9.5 with the Terps. Much has been made about their weak bench, but it showed up big for them in the tourney opener. They got key starters some rest. The inside combo of Julian Reese and Derik Queen will dictate this game. Colorado State lacks that kind of interior presence. The Rams' 6-11 sophomore, Nikola Djapa, has 32 rebounds all season. The Rams lack the Terps' seasoning, as they play a ton of underclassmen. Colorado State's negative assist-to-turnover ratio will be an issue versus an elite defensive team (No. 6 in defensive efficiency, per KenPom). Maryland creates lots of turnovers, can press on a moment's notice, and uses an array of defensive looks that can confound unfamiliar opponents.

Pick Made: Mar 22, 12:55 pm UTC on DraftKings
Mar 23 2025, 9:30 pm UTC
League
University of Illinois
75
@ University of Kentucky
84
+1783
40-20-1 in Last 61 NCAAB O/U Picks
+300
3-0 in Last 3 ILL O/U Picks
Analysis:

These are high-scoring teams, but will Illinois shoot 3 ball that well again? Hmm. Poor road/neutral shooting all season. This is 2nd highest total for ILL all season and KY, playing wild games in SEC, played only 4 games that closed higher. ILL 6-6 O/U outside Big 10. KY 4-2 under in neutral setting. Unders were 13-3 Fri and tend to be the play this time of year. Expect these teams to feel each other out early. Nerves will lead to missed shots. 2 of last 21 ILL games are over this total - they allowed Iowa to score 94 and Duke to score 110 to put those games over 170. Three of last 12 and 4 of last 16 KY games are over this.

Pick Made: Mar 22, 1:39 pm UTC on FanDuel
Mar 23 2025, 7:04 pm UTC
League
Baylor University
66
@ Duke University
89
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+288
25-20 in Last 45 NCAAB ATS Picks
+72
3-2 in Last 5 DUKE ATS Picks
Analysis:

Duke is top 4 on O and D. Not content to win; they want to smash people. and with Cooper Flagg back that what I expect to happen here. The have covered 9 of 11 - blowing a huge lead in 3rd game vs UNC without Flagg. I don't believe Baylor can keep pace, 320th in KenPom pace. If they have to play from behind - they will - it's gonna be a problem. Baylor is middling shooting the 3-ball and were worst team in Big 12 defending the deep ball. That's a problem. Baylor is not special on boards and need 2nd chances. Devils have 23 wins by 12+ points and 8 by 11 or less. Duke 11-1 ATS when laying between 8-19 points.

Pick Made: Mar 21, 11:05 pm UTC on DraftKings
Mar 23 2025, 4:10 pm UTC
League
University of Connecticut
75
@ University of Florida
77
+1656
76-53-1 in Last 130 NCAAB Picks
+288
25-20 in Last 45 NCAAB ATS Picks
+591
5-1 in Last 6 UCONN ATS Picks
Analysis:

Gators covered 12 of last 14, letting up vs Norfolk State late and slipping up at UGA. They get up for all the big ones and covered 11 of those 12 games by multiple possessions. This is a flawed Huskies team that got by on reputation and Vegas favored them too much - they are 4-6 ATS vs the last 10 NCAA tourney teams they have faced. Huskies don't lose by double digits that often but this Florida team is special. Twelve of their last 15 wins are by 10+ and two were by 9. Trend has been favorites covering fairly easy. Florida is too balanced. UCONN (13-17-1 ATS) vulnerble defensively; they will need to pick up pace big time here and that's not them.

Pick Made: Mar 22, 1:09 pm UTC on BetRivers
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