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    Larry Hartstein

    The Maestro

    A former lead writer for Covers and The Linemakers, Larry combines a vast network of Vegas sources with an analytical approach he honed working for Pro Football Focus. Larry tied for 52nd place (out of 1,598 entries) in the 2022 Westgate Las Vegas SuperContest, going 53-34-3 ATS (61 percent). His weekly Vegas contest selections form the basis of Larry's SportsLine NFL best bets article, which is 79-48-2 (62.2 percent, +25.95 units) since its inception in 2022. Entering the 2024 season, Larry is 739-599 all-time on NFL sides and props (plus $4,860 for $100 players, every bet 1 unit) at SportsLine, including 547-452 ATS (55 percent long-term). Larry also debuted an NFL officiating column in 2023, using refs' tendencies to help make informed bets. The collaboration with NFL officiating guru Joe Gibbs went 37-23 (+11.7 units) and will return for the 2024 season. For NFL Office Pool players, Larry picked every game straight-up in 2023, going 178-93. Larry also excels in college basketball and is coming off a 116-98 season (plus $825 for $100 players, every bet 1 unit). Over the past four seasons in college hoops, Larry is 494-426 ATS (plus $2,465). For Larry Hartstein media inquiries, contact SportsLine@CBSInteractive.com.

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    Larry's Picks (3 Live)

    Mar 29 2024, 11:09 pm UTC
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    NC State
    @ Marquette
    Larry's PickSubscribers Only
    Unit1.0
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +670
    10-3 in Last 13 NCST ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Will NC State's magical ride finally end?

    Pick Made: Thu 4:23 am UTC
    Mar 29 2024, 11:39 pm UTC
    League
    Gonzaga
    @ Purdue
    Larry's PickSubscribers Only
    Unit1.0
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +335
    11-7-1 in Last 19 GONZAG ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Gonzaga is red-hot offensively. ...

    Pick Made: 4:26 am UTC
    Mar 30 2024, 2:09 am UTC
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    Creighton
    @ Tennessee
    Larry's PickSubscribers Only
    Unit1.0
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +80
    3-2 in Last 5 TENN ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Dalton Knecht struggled with his shot against Texas. ...

    Pick Made: Thu 3:28 am UTC

    Larry's Past Picks

    Mar 29 2024, 1:54 am UTC
    League
    Alabama
    89
    @ N. Carolina
    87
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Crimson Tide will need all their weapons against potent North Carolina, and Alabama senior guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. -- the team's top 3-point shooter at 44.3 percent -- is iffy at best. He took an elbow to the head in Alabama's win over Grand Canyon. UNC's offense is excellent, but its defense is even better (No. 6 per KenPom). The Tide have struggled to slow down dominant big men, setting up Armando Bacot (14.4 ppg, 10.2 rpg, 1.5 bpg) for a monster performance. Look for the ACC to continue its incredible ATS run (29-9-1 ATS the last two NCAA Tournaments).

    Pick Made: Thu 3:48 am UTC
    Mar 28 2024, 11:39 pm UTC
    League
    San Diego St.
    52
    @ UConn
    82
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +556
    10-4 in Last 14 SDGST ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Huskies shot 3 of 22 from deep against Northwestern, and the game still was a blowout start to finish. This one will be tougher against a very physical and staunch defensive team in San Diego State. But the elevated play of Donovan Clingan should somewhat neutralize Jaedon LeDee. And ultimately, UConn's overall excellence will prevail. The Huskies have won eight straight NCAA Tournament games by 13 or more points. Playing in front of a partisan crowd in Boston, look for UConn to extend that streak.

    Pick Made: Thu 4:07 am UTC
    Mar 28 2024, 1:00 am UTC
    League
    VCU
    54
    @ Utah
    74
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +538
    12-6 in Last 18 UTAH ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Rams have covered five straight road games, including winning at Villanova and South Florida to reach the NIT quarters against Utah. The Utes are 16-2 at home and clicking offensively, but this will be a bigger challenge than they faced against Iowa's 157th-ranked defense (per KenPom). VCU checks in at No. 43 and holds opponents to 41.5 percent from the floor -- 37.3 percent over the last three games. It won't be a hard scout for VCU coach Ryan Odom; he and Utah coach Craig Smith both coached Utah State before leaving for their current jobs. VCU starting seniors Max Shulga and Sean Bairstow left Utah State with Odom before this season and surely would love to take down Utah. Grab the points.

    Pick Made: Wed 5:07 pm UTC
    Mar 27 2024, 1:00 am UTC
    League
    Cincinnati
    81
    @ Indiana St.
    85
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +380
    6-2-1 in Last 9 INDST ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Bearcats got by San Francisco and trounced Bradley without starters Day Day Thomas and Viktor Lakhin. They won't play Tuesday against Indiana State, and this is a matchup in which Cincy will miss their firepower. Indiana State has won and covered against Minnesota and SMU despite leading scorer Robbie Avila shooting 5 for 20 combined. That's how lethal the Sycamores are offensively. Look for Indiana State to keep proving it belonged in the NCAA Tournament.

    Pick Made: Tue 5:51 pm UTC
    Mar 26 2024, 11:00 pm UTC
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    Georgia
    79
    @ Ohio St.
    77
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +700
    7-0 in Last 7 OHIOST ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Bulldogs could be considered fortunate to be here. They shot a crazy 14 of 27 from deep at Wake Forest while the Demon Deacons were missing leading scorer Hunter Sallis (18.0 ppg). I still like them to compete hard to the final whistle, despite missing some key rotation pieces, as they chase an unlikely 20th win. The Buckeyes' leader in scoring, assists and steals, Bruce Thornton, is questionable after injuring his thigh in Saturday's win over Virginia Tech. While I expect him to suit up -- he's from Georgia -- he could be less effective than normal. Back the upstart Bulldogs to cover their seventh straight.

    Pick Made: Tue 9:39 pm UTC
    Mar 25 2024, 11:00 pm UTC
    League
    PFW
    73
    @ Tarleton St.
    72
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +190
    3-1 in Last 4 TRLST ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Tarleton State finished second in the WAC to Grand Canyon and enters this CIT semifinal on a 13-2 tear (11-2-2 ATS). The Texans feature WAC Defensive Player of the Year KiAndre Gaddy and All-WAC First Team member Jakorie Smith (15.8 ppg). The Mastodons pulled off an upset at Bowling Green to get here and boast an impressive offense (80.9 ppg), but they rank 195th in defensive efficiency.

    Pick Made: Mon 3:55 pm UTC
    Mar 25 2024, 10:30 pm UTC
    League
    Evansville
    57
    @ Seattle
    71
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +300
    3-0-1 in Last 4 EVAN ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    No. 3 seed Seattle dispatched Delaware State 79-66 on Saturday at the CBI, held at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Fla. So the Redhawks were resting Sunday while No. 11 Evansville upset Quinnipiac. On Sunday the Purple Aces played without starters Ben Humrichous and Yacine Toumi, who account for 25.5 points and 11.2 rebounds per game. Humrichous did not make the trip; it's unclear if Toumi will play Monday. Either way, I like the Redhawks -- a team that beat Grand Canyon once and lost by single digits in the other two matchups. Sunday's win over Quinnipiac was just the second game Evansville won all season without Humrichous (14.7 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 41.4 percent on 3-pointers).

    Pick Made: Mon 4:28 pm UTC
    Mar 25 2024, 2:12 am UTC
    League
    Yale
    57
    @ San Diego St.
    85
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +556
    10-4 in Last 14 SDGST ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Yale was fortunate to make the NCAA Tournament, then made the most of its opportunity by capitalizing on Auburn's sloppy performance. Now the Bulldogs face another elite defense in San Diego State (10th nationally per KenPom). Jaedon LeDee continues to carry the Aztecs offensively, pouring in 20-plus points in 10 of his last 11 games. He should dominate again. Look for Yale's 3-point shooting to regress after the Bulldogs hit 45 percent in beating Auburn. Lay the points.

    Pick Made: Mar 24, 2:39 am UTC
    Mar 24 2024, 11:10 pm UTC
    League
    Grand Canyon
    61
    @ Alabama
    72
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Alabama found no resistance from Charleston's 175th-ranked defense as the Tide put up 109 points. Grand Canyon ranks 42nd in defensive efficiency and just held St. Mary's to 38.8 percent shooting, including 7 of 25 from beyond the arc. The Lopes are 30-4 and won't be intimidated in this matchup, especially with wins over San Diego State and St. Mary's under their belt. Grand Canyon also will have a crowd edge, as was evident Friday. Look for a tight, high-scoring game and grab the points.

    Pick Made: Mar 24, 3:37 am UTC
    Mar 24 2024, 8:00 pm UTC
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    Georgia
    72
    @ Wake Forest
    66
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +443
    11-6 in Last 17 WAKE ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Wake Forest is an explosive offensive team, especially at home, but I like the Bulldogs to keep this tight and cover their sixth straight game. Georgia beat the Demon Deacons, 80-77, in Athens early in the season, though Wake wasn't at full strength. Both teams are much improved since that meeting. Georgia had an extra day to prepare after beating Xavier on Tuesday. Look for a strong performance from Silas Demary Jr., who's returning to his home state, as Georgia keep the margin within single digits.

    Pick Made: Mar 24, 4:10 am UTC
    Mar 23 2024, 2:57 am UTC
    League
    Grand Canyon
    75
    @ Saint Mary's
    66
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Lopes are for real at 29-4 and own a win over San Diego State. But I'm going against the Cinderella story and backing the Gaels, who have won 23 of 25. St. Mary's ranks 14th nationally in defensive efficiency and allows 58.7 points per game. The Gaels have better size and scoring balance and should pull away for the cover late.

    Pick Made: Mar 22, 2:28 pm UTC
    Mar 23 2024, 2:30 am UTC
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    TCU
    72
    @ Utah St.
    88
    +174
    5-3 in Last 8 CBB ATS Picks
    +268
    6-3 in Last 9 TCU ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Horned Frogs were held to 45 points by Houston in the Big 12 Tournament, but this experienced club should bounce back strong versus Utah State. Leading scorer Emmanuel Miller (15.9 pp, 5.9 rpg, 2.7 apg) and Ernest Udeh are good to go after dealing with injuries, and Jameer Nelson Jr. comes in with double-digit scoring efforts in five of his last six games. TCU has improved defensively due to a lineup change, and I expect the Horned Frogs to force critical turnovers in this matchup.

    Pick Made: Mar 22, 9:54 pm UTC