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Boston opens the new year on the road with momentum, while Sacramento continues to search for answers. The Celtics have won five of their last six and enter after a complete performance in Utah that highlighted both defensive versatility and depth. Derrick White capped a strong month with a rare seven-block outing, reinforcing Boston’s ability to impact games without relying on one scorer. Sacramento is trending the opposite direction. The Kings have lost 12 of their last 15 and were outscored by a combined 65 points in back-to-back losses to the Lakers and Clippers. Injuries and inconsistency have forced Doug Christie to lean into development, with young rotation players getting extended minutes during blowouts. For league-wide context, visit the NBA

Dallas opens the new year at home looking for stability after a rough finish to December. The Mavericks lost five of their final six games of 2025 and dropped a 121-114 decision in Philadelphia on Dec. 20. Late-game execution and perimeter defense continue to be issues, especially during a three-game road trip where Dallas failed to win. Philadelphia arrives with confidence after back-to-back high-scoring road performances. Tyrese Maxey and rookie VJ Edgecombe continue to close games, and the Sixers have won four straight meetings against Dallas, each by single digits. The spotlight again falls on the rookie matchup between Cooper Flagg and Edgecombe, two players who have faced each other at every level. For broader league context, visit the NBA

Oregon Ducks enter the Orange Bowl ranked #5 with an 11-1 record, led by QB Dante Moore and a balanced offense. Texas Tech Red Raiders stand at 12-1, ranked #4, powered by QB Behren Morton and a disruptive defense. This CFP quarterfinal in Miami Gardens sets up a clash of offensive firepower and defensive resilience. Oregon opened as a -1.5 favorite, with market support steady. Public lean favors the Ducks’ consistency, but Texas Tech’s ATS record after wins has drawn sharp interest. For broader market context, check the latest college football odds page. QB Dante Moore leads the Ducks with 2,733 passing yards and 24 touchdowns, supported by RB Noah Whittington’s 774 rushing yards. Oregon ranks top-15 nationally in scoring

Alabama Crimson Tide enter the Rose Bowl with a 10-3 record, led by QB Ty Simpson and a passing attack ranked top-10 nationally. Indiana Hoosiers stand undefeated at 13-0, powered by a dominant rushing game and opportunistic defense. This CFP quarterfinal in Pasadena sets up a clash of tradition and momentum. Indiana opened as a -6.5 favorite, with market support steady. Public lean favors the Hoosiers’ balanced offense, but Alabama’s ATS record after losses has drawn sharp interest. For broader market context, check the latest college football odds page. QB Ty Simpson leads the Crimson Tide with 3,268 passing yards and 24 touchdowns, supported by WR Germie Bernard’s 762 receiving yards. Alabama ranks top-10 nationally in passing and adds defensive