The strength and depth of the Big Ten has really shown through the first three days of the tournament, and Ohio State showed in its win over Iowa State that it can play with a team like Houston. Now, I don't know if the Buckeyes can pull off the upset and get to the Sweet 16, but I do think this spread isn't giving them enough credit. Particularly if the Buckeyes can get the Cougars into some foul trouble early as Kelvin Sampson is loathe to leave his guys in with two fouls.

Ohio State beat a team they shouldn't have in round one. Don't let the -6 number scare you as my simulations indicate this spread should be -9. Lay it.

Houston came through yesterday, they got their guys back healthy and Ohio State is just a plodding team. I was surprised they beat Iowa State, but Houston is too athletic for them. Cougars cover big Sunday.