Basketball Picks, Jan 9th

Four money line bets on home underdogs today.

2 units on UNC Charlotte (+$125) over La Salle

The 49ers are 12-2 overall and 9-1 at home. However, they haven't played in over 2 weeks, so they may be a little rusty in the first half. But, if they can hang with the 10-3 Explorers (4-2 on the road), they could steal this one late.

2 units on Illinois- Chicago (+$145) over Valpariso

The Flames are 7-0 at home this season and Valpo is 3-4 on the highway. However, the Crusaders have won 6 straight against ICU.

2 units on Wake Forest (+$255) over Virginia

This is a long shot, but the Demon Deacons are 6-2 at home. The Cavaliers are 11-3 overall, but have only played three road games, losing two of them. Wake has won 7 straight at home against Virginia.

2 units on Austin Peay (+$125) over Morehead St.

The Governors are only 4-12 this season, but have played 11 road games. They are a much better team at home as evidenced by their 3-2 record. The Eagles are a pedestrian 8-8 this season, and only 1-6 on the highway. Morehead has won the last 4 games between the two schools.

Starting Bankroll            300 units
Profit/Loss                    (5.65) units
Current Bankroll          294.35 units

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at your own risk.

Good luck!