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The WM Phoenix Open, the third Signature Event on the 2024 PGA Tour calendar, kicks off this Thursday with a competitive field vying for the coveted $1.6 million top prize from an $8.8 million purse. Held at the Par 71 Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale, this marks the fourth consecutive event featuring Poa greens, which boast an average size of around 7,000 square feet—twice the area of last week's Pebble Beach course. Notably, last week's tournament witnessed an unexpected victory, as Wyndham Clark (+7000), last year's U.S. Open champion, set a course record with a remarkable 60 on Saturday, ultimately clinching the win after severe weather prompted the PGA Tour to truncate the event to 54 holes.

This week's Phoenix Open boasts a robust 144-player field, including seven of the top 10 and eleven of the top 20 players in the world rankings. However, the early withdrawal of Viktor Hovland and Xander Schauffele adds to the absence of Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, Tony Finau, and last week's Pebble Beach Pro-Am runner-up Ludvig Aberg, all opting for a week off. Nevertheless, the tournament promises excitement, both on the course and in betting circles, with lively action expected, particularly around the iconic par 3 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale.

TPC Scottsdale, with its familiar 7,261-yard par 71 layout promises a consistent experience for returning participants. Renovated by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Moorish the course features large receptive greens with overseeded Bermuda greens ensuring predictability. Typically running at a speed of 12 feet on the Stimpmeter, course conditions may vary. However, the emphasis on distance remains crucial especially with the rough reaching two inches. Scottie Scheffler aims to join the elite ranks of consecutive champions, demonstrating consistent tee-to-green prowess.

With a field of 132 players, the Phoenix Open promises excitement both on the course and in the betting arena, akin to the lively atmosphere surrounding the iconic par 3,16th hole, at TPC Scottsdale.

Headlines 🚨

1949 Joe DiMaggio becomes 1^st $100,000 a year baseball player for the New York Yankees,

2023 Lebron James scores 38 points to become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer.

The New England Patriots add Ben McAdoo to work under Jerod Mayo and Alex Van Pelt.

Green Bay Packers former DC Joe Barry is headed to the Dolphins coaching linebackers.

Steve Belichick is headed to the University of Washington to be their defensive coordinator.

Joel Embiid will be out at least 4 weeks after getting surgery on his left knee.

Jose Altuve will be an Astro for life after a contract extension for 5 years and worth $125 million.

Clayton Kershaw has reached a new contract agreement to stay with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Houston open returns to the PGA Tour; Tony Finau will play to defend his title.

Edmonton Oilers end winning streak at 16 just 1 shy of the NHL record.

Trends 📈📉 via Oddsshark

🏒 Flames at Bruins

• The total has gone OVER in 6 of Calgary's last 8 games when playing Boston

🏒 Stars at Sabres

• The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Buffalo's last 5 games at home

🏒 Flyers at Panthers

• The total has gone OVER in 4 of Florida's last 5 games when playing at home against Philadelphia

🏒 Jets at Penguins

• The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Winnipeg's last 8 games on the road

• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games when playing at home against Winnipeg

• Pittsburgh is 19-2 SU in its last 21 games when playing at home against Winnipeg

🏒 Canadians at Capitals

• The total has gone OVER in 6 of Montreal's last 8 games when playing Washington

• The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games when playing at home against Montreal

• The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games

🏒 Avalanche at Devils

• The total has gone OVER in 6 of Colorado's last 7 games on the road

• The total has gone OVER in 17 of New Jersey's last 25 games at home

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🏀 NBA

50% of bets and 84% of money is on IND -4.5

55% of bets and 86% of money is on DAL -5

24% of bets and 46% of money is on UNDER 225.5 CLE at BKN

🎓🏀 NCAAB

36% of bets and 55% of money is on UTAH +5

50% of bets and 72% of money is on OVER 160 #8 ARI at UTAH

29% of bets and 57% of money is on UAB +5

🏒 NHL

39% of bets and 84% of money is on BOS -1.5 (+180)

21% of bets and 47% of money is on WIN -1.5 (+180)

39% of bets and 82% of money is on OVER 6.5 CGY at NJ

25% of bets and 45% of money is on WSH +1.5 (-115)

36% of bets and 68% of money is on OVER 6.5 COL at CAR

33% of bets and 68% of money is on OVER 6.5 TB at NYI

58% of bets and 82% of money is on OVER 6.5 VGK at ARI

Future Odds 🔮 via Bovada Sportsbook

Picks 🔒

Waste Management Open

Justin Thomas +1100 .50 U

Sahith Theegala +3800 .2U

Hideki Matsuyama +4100 .2U

Corey Connors to win +5000 .2U

Rickie Fowler TOP 10 +500

Jordan Spieth +110 over Max Homa Tournament matchup