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College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

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Morehead State Eagles vs Chattanooga Mocs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

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Utah Valley Wolverines vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The Wild are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Central division matchup against the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Blackhawks to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+155)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Wild improved to 10-2-2 with a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Minnesota entered the game as the puck line favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 3 goals fell short of the total, and the Wild didn’t cover the puck line.</p>

<p>Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>In their 2-1 overtime win against Toronto, the Wild took 33 shots on goal but only scored twice. Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season at 9:41 in the first period, while Matt Boldy added his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his total to three for the season. Marco Rossi picked up his seventh assist on Boldy's overtime goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last game, where they allowed just 1 goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Will Chicago Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 5-9-1 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 6.</p> 

<p>All four of the Blackhawks’ goals came from different players, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. Chicago’s defense allowed 39 shots, but Arvid Söderblom’s 38 saves helped secure the win.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 win over the Ducks, with four different players scoring. Ryan Donato picked up his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen scored his 4th goal, and Isaak Phillips got his 1st of the year.</p> <p>The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 9. Taylor Hall also added two assists, giving him 4 for the season.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Defensively, Chicago finished with 6 takeaways and 5 hits. The Blackhawks will look to cut down on penalties, as they had 25 penalty minutes and allowed a late power-play goal to Anaheim.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>Betting on today's Eagles and Retrievers game? Catch the action at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore, MD, as the Retrievers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UMBC as the -10.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>COPPIN STATE EAGLES VS UMBC RETRIEVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UMBC Retrievers -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UMBC RETRIEVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Retrievers.</li><li>Not only will UMBC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Coppin State Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coppin State faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 11th, as they went on the road to take on the Virginia Cavaliers. The Eagles, who were +24.5 point underdogs going into the game, lost 62-45 but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-16 at halftime, Coppin State put up a better fight in the 2nd half, scoring 29 points while allowing 30. The game’s total points ended up at 107, falling short of the 122.5 O/U line.</p><p>Coppin State's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 45 points on 28% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 32%, with two-point shooting at 32.3% and three-point shooting at 21.1% (4/19). The Eagles only grabbed 4 offensive rebounds and recorded 7 assists.</p> <p>Elijah Saunders led the team with 15 points, shooting 55.6% from the field. Isaac McKneely hit 4 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, and added 14 points and 6 rebounds. Dai Dai Ames contributed 13 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from three.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Coppin State couldn’t hold their opponent under 60 points, allowing 62 on 40% shooting from the field. The Eagles gave up 12 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coppin State’s defense allowed 9 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 33% from deep. They also sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they hit 11 free throws, a 91% clip. The Eagles gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Retrievers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>UMBC Retrievers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>UMBC cruised to a 120-61 win over Valley Forge on Monday, November 11th, at home. The Retrievers were -54.5 point favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>UMBC led 60-30 at halftime and matched that output in the 2nd half, allowing 31 points. The game’s 181 total points went over the 154.5 O/U line.</p><p>UMBC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 120 points while shooting 59.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%, thanks to 67.4% shooting on two-pointers and 48.6% from beyond the arc, where they hit 17 threes.</p> <p>The Retrievers also dished out 31 assists and grabbed 23 offensive rebounds. Louie Jordan hit 6 of 8 threes, finishing with 22 points in 20 minutes, while Bryce Johnson led the team with 23 points, also in 20 minutes of action.</p><p>Even with UMBC allowing 61 points, their defense struggled, giving up 59% shooting from the field. The Retrievers allowed 48 made field goals on 81 attempts.</p> <p>UMBC's defense was particularly vulnerable inside, where they gave up 31 two-pointers on 46 attempts, a 67% conversion rate.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Wolverines and Fighting Hawks game? Catch the action at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND, as the Fighting Hawks hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on Summ. Utah Valley is favored by -6 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES VS NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota Fighting Hawks +6</p><p>This game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center at 1:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Fighting Hawks.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Utah Valley Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Valley kicked off their season with a dominant 89-60 win over UTEP on Saturday. Playing at home, the Wolverines were slight favorites at -1 and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 143.5.</p> <p>Utah Valley took control early, leading 43-28 at halftime. They continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring UTEP 46-32 to seal the win.</p><p>Utah Valley's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 89 points with a 52% field goal percentage. They connected on 11 of 21 three-pointers, shooting 52.4% from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%.</p> <p>The Wolverines also made 31 of 43 free throws (72.1%) and dished out 25 assists. Dominick Nelson led the way with 21 points and 8 rebounds, while Tanner Toolson added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Utah Valley's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. They hit 15 of 29 two-point attempts, good for 51%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team made 11 of 21 threes, shooting 52%. Utah Valley also sent them to the line 43 times, where they converted 31 free throws at a 72% rate. The Wolverines allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will North Dakota Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>North Dakota Fighting Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Dakota’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 82-56 on the road to Colorado State on Monday. The Fighting Hawks entered the game as +17.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>North Dakota trailed 39-22 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 43. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 143.</p><p>North Dakota struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points on 35.4% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.7%. They hit only 31.2% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-16 from deep, and managed just 5 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>Nique Clifford was a bright spot, leading the way with 20 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 9-for-12 overall and 2-for-3 from beyond the arc. Keshawn Williams added 14 points on 6-of-9 shooting, while Treysen Eaglestaff contributed 12 points, also hitting 2-of-3 from three-point range.</p><p>North Dakota's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 58% from the field. The Fighting Hawks had a tough time defending inside, where they allowed 31 of 43 two-point shots to fall, a 72% conversion rate.</p> <p>On the perimeter, North Dakota fared better, holding the opposition to 23% shooting from beyond the arc, with just 4 made threes on 17 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they hit 8 free throws, shooting 42%. The Fighting Hawks limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

The Colorado Rockies will face off against their division rival San Francisco Giants. The matchup gets underway at 3:45 p.m. ET and fans can catch the game on either ATRM or NSBA.
<h2>Colorado Rockies vs. San Francisco Giants Odds</h2>
Oddsmakers are listing Colorado (+110) as the underdog to San Francisco (-120). If you think this game's total will go under 9 runs, then bookmakers are currently offering -120 odds. Playing the over return even money (+100). Bettors can also wager on the game's runline with the current odds coming in at Rockies +1.5 runs (-190) and Giants -1.5 runs (+165).

The Rockies have gone 68-90 SU this year and are 70-87 against the spread (ATS). They've lost 12.1 units for bettors taking the moneyline and 25.6 units ATS. Colorado is 3-4 ATS over its last seven games and the total has gone under in four of those seven. The Giants, on the other hand, are 76-82 SU and 78-79 ATS. The team's gained 8.0 units for moneyline bettors while earning 19.4 units ATS. San Francisco has covered the spread four times in its last seven games and the over has cashed in five of those seven.

San Francisco games have an over/under record of 76-72-9 in 2019. The Rockies have an over/under record of 76-72-9.

The southpaw Kyle Freeland is getting the nod for the visiting Rockies. Freeland is 3-11 with a 6.84 ERA and 79 strikeouts. He's 1-1 with 13 strikeouts and a 4.80 ERA against San Francisco this year (three starts).

The Giants are countering with Tyler Beede (5-10, 5.23 ERA). Beede has 106 punchouts and 46 walks, along with a WHIP of 1.52. Beede is 0-2 with five strikeouts and an 11.12 ERA in one start against Colorado this year.

Colorado’s pitching staff allowed 5.9 runs per game and its starters own a 5.94 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 7.50 K/9. The bullpen has logged an ERA of 5.14, along with a WHIP of 1.52.

The Rockies offense has slashed .266/.329/.456 on its way to 5.2 runs scored per game in 2019, including 5.5 runs per game against divisional foes and 4.4 per game over the team's last five outings (2-3 SU).

Colorado’s offense has been powered by third baseman Nolan Arenado and right fielder Charlie Blackmon, who have combined to launch 72 home runs. Arenado is hitting .314/.378/.586 with 41 home runs, 118 RBIs and 100 runs scored, while Blackmon is hitting .316 with 31 homers, 85 RBIs and 111 runs scored.

In the other dugout, San Francisco’s pitchers have given up 4.7 runs per game overall this year. Its starters have an ERA of 4.72, a WHIP of 1.33 and a strikeouts-per-nine of 8.0. The bullpen has a 3.83 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 8.8 K/9. In 72 games against divisional opponents, Giants starters have an ERA of 4.28 and the bullpen's ERA is 3.85.

The San Francisco offense is putting up 4.2 runs per contest, including 4.5 per game against divisional foes and 2.4 per game over its last five. The team's hit .193/.237/.283 over its last five contests and is 2-3 SU during that stretch.

Kevin Pillar and Brandon Belt have led the Giants' batters this year. Pillar is slashing .262/.290/.440 with 21 home runs, 85 RBIs, 80 runs and 13 steals, and Belt's line is .235/.337/.407 with 17 homers, 57 RBIs and 75 runs.

The Rockies have lost 5.5 units and are 40-57 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher this season. The over has cashed in 49 of those games, as opposed to 44 that've gone under in such games. On the other hand, the Giants have lost 0.8 units and are 20-26 ATS when facing a lefty starter. The over's hit in 22 of those games, compared to 23 that went under.
<h3>Colorado Rockies at San Francisco Giants Free Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Giants, ATS Winner – Rockies, O/U – UNDER
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Betting Notes

The under has hit in four of Colorado’s last seven games.

Colorado has recorded 25.5 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 contests and 22.4 over its last five.

The Rockies have hit 22 home runs in their last 10 games, including 13 over their last five.

The Rockies have a team OPS of .784 this season and an OPS of .771 against right-handed pitchers. The Giants' OPS stands at .697 overall and .692 versus righties.

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Colorado Rockies vs. San Francisco Giants Betting Pick 09/26/19

<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Bulls game? Catch the action at Alumni Arena in Buffalo, NY, as the Bulls hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, Bryant is favored by -4.5 against Buffalo. The over/under for the game is 162.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS BUFFALO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bulls +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will Buffalo pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Bryant Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bryant dropped a 90-88 decision to Siena on Friday, November 8th. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -11.5 point favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 48-43 at halftime, Bryant was outscored 38-33 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 178, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Bryant Bulldogs put up 88 points, shooting 44.8% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.7%, and they hit 27 of 37 free throws, good for 73%.</p> <p>Rafael Pinzon led the way with 33 points, connecting on 5 of 9 threes, while Justice Shoats added 31 points, hitting both of his attempts from deep. The Bulldogs also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the win.</p><p>Even with the Bryant Bulldogs allowing 90 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 26 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs gave up 17 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bryant's defense allowed 9 made threes on 22 attempts, with the opponent shooting 40%. The Bulldogs also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 27 free throws, shooting 73%. Bryant allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Buffalo Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Buffalo’s season opener on Monday saw them fall 86-77 to Notre Dame. Despite being +23.5 point underdogs, the Bulls kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Buffalo led 40-38 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 163 exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Bulls put up 77 points, shooting 42.9% from the field and 32.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 34 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.4%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, connecting on just 6 of 11 attempts (54.5%).</p> <p>Buffalo dished out 16 assists and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds. Tae Davis led the way with 27 points, while Markus Burton and Braeden Shrewsberry each added 19. Ben Michaels contributed 14 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Bryson Wilson pulled down a team-high 13 rebounds.</p><p>Buffalo's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 39 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Buffalo held their opponent to 25% shooting, as they went 5/20 from three-point range. The Bulls also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they connected on 21 free throws for 77%.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Buffalo Bulls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Colonels and Norse. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Norse at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, KY. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Northern Kentucky as the -6.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142 points.</p><h3>NICHOLLS COLONELS VS NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Kentucky Norse -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Norse.</li><li>Not only will Northern Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Nicholls Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Nicholls Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Colonels dropped their home opener to South Alabama, 70-64, on Friday, November 8th. Nicholls, who were -5.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 30-24 at halftime, Nicholls scored 40 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40 points as well. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nicholls struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.9% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, and they hit only 61.5% of their free throws.</p> <p>Ike Cornish and Myles Corey each scored 18 points, with Cornish hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% clip. Corey was 0-5 from deep but added 8 assists. Brian Myles and Dylan Fasoyiro both contributed 17 points, with Myles shooting 60% overall and 75% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 70 points, the Nicholls Colonels' defense held their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, as they connected on 22 of 63 attempts. Nicholls was particularly effective inside, limiting their opponent to 37% shooting on two-point attempts, with only 10 makes on 27 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nicholls allowed 12 threes on 36 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 61%. Nicholls gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Norse?</h3><h3>Northern Kentucky Norse Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Norse faced a tough challenge on Friday, November 8th, as they took on Purdue on the road. Entering the game as +20.5 point underdogs, Northern Kentucky fell short, losing 72-50. They not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Northern Kentucky trailed 37-24 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 26 points while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 122, which was under the 147.5-point line.</p><p>Northern Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 29.8% from the field and 21.7% from three-point range, finishing with 50 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.1%, and they managed 15 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Fletcher Loyer was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 66.7% overall, finishing with 16 points and 4 assists. Trey Kaufman-Renn added 14 points, shooting 80.0% from the field.</p><p>Despite Northern Kentucky's defensive struggles, they allowed 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts (18/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Kentucky gave up 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws (64%).</p>

<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Dolphins game? Catch the action at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL, as the Dolphins hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143 points, and Jacksonville is favored by -7 at home against South Carolina State.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins -7</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Carolina State Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>South Carolina State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina State's season opener against the Gamecocks ended in an 86-64 loss. The Bulldogs, who were +18.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 150, just over the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-25 at halftime, the Bulldogs put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 45 points, making it difficult to close the gap.</p><p>South Carolina State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 18.8% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, and they connected on just 54.2% of their free throws, making 13 of 24.</p> <p>Jacobi Wright led the Bulldogs with 20 points, shooting 70% overall and 57.1% from deep. Collin Murray-Boyles added 19 points and 16 rebounds, hitting 7 of 8 shots from the field. The Bulldogs grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and recorded 13 assists as a team.</p><p>South Carolina State Bulldogs gave up 86 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 22 two-point field goals on 37 attempts, a 59% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 8 made threes on 27 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 free throws for a 72% rate.</p><h3>Will the Dolphins Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville dropped to 0-2 this season after a 78-69 loss to Furman on Monday. The Dolphins, who were +8 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in the road matchup.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville led 36-33 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring just 33. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 141.5.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and 24% from beyond the arc, finishing with 69 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, but they managed to grab 15 offensive rebounds and hit 75% of their free throws.</p> <p>Robert McCray V and Charles Johnston led the way, with McCray scoring 26 points and 5 rebounds, while Johnston added 25 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes. Zach Bell had a tough night from deep, making just 1 of 11 attempts.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 17/31 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville's opponents shot 34%, hitting 9 of 26 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws for 70%. Jacksonville gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's 49ers and Patriots game? Catch the action at Flagler Gymnasium in St. Augustine, FL, as the Patriots hosts this showdown at 5:30 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Patriots as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 125.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE 49ERS VS GEORGE MASON PATRIOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Mason Patriots -2</p><p>This game will be played at Flagler Gymnasium at 5:30 ET on Sunday, November 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE MASON PATRIOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-66 in favor of the Patriots.</li><li>Not only will George Mason pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 125.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the 49ers Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>This will be Charlotte's 4th game of the season, and they currently have a 2-1 record. If they win today, they will have a .500 road record, as they are currently 0-1 on the road. As Charlotte enters today's game, their ATS record stands at 2-1. Over their previous ten games, including last season, Charlotte has gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Charlotte's games have, on average, featured 119.3 points per game leading to an over/under record of 0-2-1. Their average over/under line is currently 135.3 points so far. The 49ers' last five games have culminated with an average of 64 points per game and an over/under record of 1-3-1.</p><p>In their previous game, the 49ers' offense finished with 62 points, which is right in line with their current average of 63.3 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring was Dishon Jackson with 16 points. Igor Milicic Jr. also added 15 points for the 49ers.</p><p>Charlotte's defense has been playing well, ranking 9th nationally, with 56.0 points allowed per game. Against Utah Valley in their most recent game, the Charlotte defense gave up a total of 45 points while allowing Utah Valley to hit 40% of their shots.</p><h3>Do the Patriots Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>After defeating Cornell 90-83 in their most recent game, George Mason now has a 3-0 record. In their last five home games, which includes the previous year, George Mason has gone 3-2. As George Mason prepares to face Charlotte, they hold a perfect 2-0 ATS record. Over their last ten games, including the previous season, George Mason has gone 6-3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>In three games, George Mason comes in with an over/under mark of 1-2-0, with their games averaging 139.3 points per game. In the Patriots' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 71 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>George Mason's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Cornell, finishing the game with a total of 90 points. Their season average is now 76.3 points per game. The team's top scorer is Keyshawn Hall, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 16.7, while Amari Kelly also maintains a PPG average of 16 leading up to the game.</p><p>So far, the Patriots' defense is ranked 41st in the country at 63.0 points per contest. In their most recent game, the George Mason defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Cornell knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 83 points.</p>

Charlotte 49ers vs George Mason Patriots Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/23

<p>The Eagles and Jaguars are set to face off at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The Jaguars will host the game at Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 139.5 points, with IU Indy being favored by -1.5 over Eastern Michigan.</p><h3>EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES VS IU INDY JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: IU Indy Jaguars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Indiana Farmers Coliseum at 6:30 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IU INDY JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will IU Indy pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Eastern Michigan Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Eastern Michigan's season opener didn't go as planned, as they fell 64-44 to Texas State on Monday. The Eagles were +8.5 point underdogs heading into the game, and not only did they lose, but they also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Eastern Michigan trailed 35-22 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring just 22 points while allowing 29. The game ended with a total of 108 points, well under the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>Eastern Michigan struggled offensively, scoring just 44 points in their last game. Christian Henry led the way with 17 points, shooting 42.9% from the field and from three-point range, hitting 3 of 7 from deep.</p> <p>Kaden Gumbs added 15 points, connecting on 5 of 9 shots, including 1 of 1 from beyond the arc. Tylan Pope contributed 12 points, making both of his three-point attempts, and Tyrel Morgan chipped in 11 points, hitting 1 of 2 from long range.</p><p>Eastern Michigan's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 41% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts, with the opposing team making just 13 of 33 shots for 39%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Michigan allowed 7 threes on 15 attempts, a 46% shooting rate. The opponent also went 17/21 from the free-throw line, hitting 81% of their free throws. Eastern Michigan gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can IU Indy Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Jaguars dropped their season opener on Friday, falling 94-80 to Xavier on the road. Despite being +30.5 point underdogs, IUPUI kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 38-33 at halftime, the Jaguars scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 56. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 157.5.</p><p>The Jaguars put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (14/28) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 58.3%.</p> <p>Dayvion McKnight was perfect from three, going 4/4, while Paul Zilinskas hit 4/6 from deep. Jarvis Walker also contributed 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from long range. Alec Millender was 3/4 from three, finishing with 12 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Despite the IU Indy Jaguars' defensive efforts, they allowed 94 points in their previous game, with their opponents shooting 55% from the field, connecting on 33 of 59 attempts. The Jaguars struggled to contain two-point shots, where their opponents went 23/41, shooting 56%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Jaguars allowed 10 threes on 18 attempts, a 55% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 for 81%. On the boards, the Jaguars gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Devils and Panthers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Panthers are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Devils.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>With the Panthers being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Devils (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Devils Defense Show Up in Sunrise?</h3><p>New Jersey dropped to 11-6-2 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> 

<p>All of the game’s scoring came in the third period, with the Flames breaking the tie at 14:26. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing only 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, failing to score on 22 shots on goal. They had 19 giveaways and were shut out for the first time this season.</p> <p>None of the Devils' players found the back of the net, and they also went without a goal in the first two periods, which ended in a 0-0 tie before Calgary scored three times in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong through the first two periods, keeping the game scoreless, but they conceded three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the Devils' defense added 22 hits and 5 takeaways.</p><h3>Does Florida Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-4-1 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players, and they took the lead for good with a goal at 2:32 in the third period. The Panthers’ defense held the Stars scoreless in the first and third periods.</p><p>Florida’s offense was led by A.J. Greer, who netted his first goal of the season. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal on an empty net, while Evan Rodrigues scored his 3rd and Matthew Tkachuk found the net for the 3rd time this year on a power play. The Panthers took 25 shots on goal and recorded 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Reinhart also picked up his 11th assist, while Tomás Nosek earned his first assist of the season. Eetu Luostarinen added his 4th assist. The Panthers scored once in the first period, once in the second, and twice in the third.</p><p>Florida's defense gave up two goals in the second period, but they shut down the Stars in the 3rd, leading to a 4-2 win. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, while the Panthers' defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

New Jersey Devils vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

A busy day of basketball is on the docket with March Madness, plus some continued action over in the NIT, where one top seed has already gone down and another has had a big scare. As everybody shouts from the rooftops, “THIS IS MARCH!”

We’ll take a look in this preview at the late game between Lone Star State teams featuring Abilene Christian and Texas. The Longhorns are favored by 8.5 with a total of 140 per the fine folks at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker"><strong>Bookmaker Sportsbook</strong></a>. Many will probably look at this line and believe it is too short for the Big 12 Tournament champs and the champions of the Southland Conference.

Let’s do a deep dive and see if that is indeed the case.
<h3><strong><u>Abilene</u></strong><strong><u> Christian Wildcats</u></strong></h3>
Abilene Christian would have been the favorites in the Southland Conference even if Stephen F. Austin wouldn’t have announced a postseason ban. The Lumberjacks were set to be banned from postseason action next year, but appealed to the NCAA to do it this season instead and were given the green light to bow out.

The Wildcats beat Nicholls State 79-45 in the championship game after receiving a bye to the semifinals. They beat Lamar 93-71. The Southland Conference is not very good, as we all know, and the league’s third-best team, Sam Houston State, was knocked out by Lamar. There are still some intriguing things about this ACU bunch.

For starters, nobody in the country had a higher TO% on defense than Joe Golding’s team. Abilene turned opponents over at a 26.7% rate for the season. Teams had trouble shooting the basketball against Abilene with a 29.1% success rate from three and a 46.3% success rate from two. Obviously you have to take those numbers with a grain of salt given the conference, but as we’ve seen time and time again, sometimes the teams coming from these low-major conferences are legit. Just ask Ohio State for their thoughts on the Summit League.

This is an experienced team with a lot of length and a lot of depth. Seven-footer Kolton Kohl is a monster on the glass and a pretty efficient shooter in the paint. Kohl’s presence also allowed the Wildcats to get some good looks from three, shooting 37.7% in the process. Don’t sleep on this team.

If there is one worry about Abilene, aside from the strength of schedule disparity, it would be that the Wildcats foul a lot. They’ve had some games with extremely high free throw rates for the opposition, including a 51-44 loss to Texas Tech back on December 9 and their March 2 win by two over Stephen F. Austin.
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<h3><strong><u>Texas</u></strong><strong><u> Longhorns</u></strong></h3>
Texas may not have won the Big 12 Conference Tournament last week, but caught a break because Kansas was unable to play due to COVID-19 protocols. Instead, Texas only had to play twice and beat Texas Tech by a point and then beat Oklahoma State 91-86 to cut down the nets and probably improve by a line in the seeding discussion. This is a Texas team that has had some ups and downs, but five of their seven losses have been in games decided by six or fewer points.

In other words, they’ve basically been in every game. They have eight Quad 1 wins. Abilene Christian played two games above Quad 3 and lost both. There are some concerning things about this Texas team. One is that Shaka Smart’s defense, which is universally known for forcing turnovers, has not done that this season. Texas has a negative TO% with a 20.2% rate on offense and a 17.8% rate on defense. They’ve also shot under 71% at the free throw line, which could make the difference in covering given where this spread sits.

Texas is a pretty good offensive team, though, with a top-80 mark in both 3P% and 2P%. The Longhorns are also a pretty solid defensive squad, holding opponents to just 45.8% on two-point attempts. That was, of course, against a much tougher schedule than what Abilene was forced to face.

Since Shaka Smart’s Final Four run with VCU in 2011, his teams have not gotten past the second round. He’s struggled in this format and Texas has been one-and-done twice. This is probably his best Texas team over his six seasons, but he’s been rather underwhelming in Austin if we’re being honest. There is a fair amount of pressure on him and his team in this game.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
It will be paramount for Texas that they take care of the basketball in this game. The Southland Conference is not known for ball security by any means, so Abilene’s TO% is pumped up a little bit, but this is still an aggressive defense and teams don’t change their spots when they get to this point.

Abilene could succeed in speeding Texas up a tad and this looks like a game ripe for transition points and also a high number of free throw attempts. Texas enters the game 291st in FT Rate against. Abilene is 333rd. I think this one has a good chance at going over 140.
<h4><strong>Pick: Over 140</strong></h4>
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