<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Razorbacks and Tigers. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Tigers at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Missouri is favored by -5.5 vs. Arkansas in a Southeastern conference matchup.</p><h3>ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Missouri pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Arkansas Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Arkansas fell to 11-6 on the season after a 78-74 loss to LSU on Tuesday. The Razorbacks were -1 favorites heading into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 152, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Arkansas led 36-34 at halftime but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38. Their defense will need to tighten up as they look to bounce back in their next game.</p><p>Arkansas put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 39.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They hit 45% of their threes, going 9-for-20, and were strong from the line, making 11 of 13 free throws for 84.6%.</p> <p>Cam Carter led the way with 27 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 50% from three. Boogie Fland added 19 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Adou Thiero and Jonas Aidoo both grabbed 10 rebounds, with Thiero also contributing 13 points.</p><p>Despite giving up 78 points, Arkansas held their opponent to 40% shooting from the field, with 22 made baskets on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arkansas's defense gave up 8 threes on 22 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36%. They also sent their opponent to the line 28 times, where they converted 26 free throws for 92%. Arkansas allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Missouri Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Missouri improved to 14-3 on the season with a narrow 83-82 win over Florida on Tuesday. The Tigers were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game, but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Missouri jumped out to a 50-34 lead at halftime, but allowed Florida to score 48 points in the second half, while only putting up 33 points themselves. The game’s total points of 165 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p><p>Missouri put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on 11 of 29 three-point attempts, hitting 37.9% from deep, while going 16 for 32 on two-point shots, good for 50%. At the free-throw line, the Tigers made 18 of 29 attempts, shooting 62.1%.</p> <p>Caleb Grill knocked down 6 threes, shooting 60% from beyond the arc, finishing with 22 points. Walter Clayton Jr. led the team with 28 points, despite shooting just 33.3% from three. Rueben Chinyelu contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots. Missouri grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists in the win.</p><p>Missouri's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, with 17 makes on 29 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Missouri's defense gave up 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 21 shots for 67%. Missouri allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arkansas Razorbacks vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

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<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Panthers game? Catch the action at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ACCN. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Pittsburgh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 14-4 on the season with a 70-59 road win over Georgia Tech on Tuesday, January 14th. The Tigers entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 129 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Clemson matched Georgia Tech’s 34 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Clemson's offense put up 70 points, shooting 44.2% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16-for-20 from the line.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery led the way with 21 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three-point range and shooting 58.3% overall. Ian Schieffelin added 16 points and 6 assists, while Baye Ndongo contributed 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Clemson’s defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Tigers limited damage inside, allowing only 12 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, also at a 35% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson’s opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of their 20 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they managed 14 points, shooting 73% on 19 attempts.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Panthers Chances at Home</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-5 on the season after an 82-70 road loss to Florida State on Wednesday, January 15th. The Panthers, who were -3 favorites going into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Pittsburgh’s defense struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 54 points while scoring 47. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.5% overall, with a 37.1% mark on two-pointers. They connected on 38.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 21 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.6%.</p> <p>The Panthers were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 22 attempts for a 90.9% rate. Jamir Watkins led the team with 26 points and 8 rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 22 points and 5 assists. Malique Ewin contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, and Jorge Diaz Graham hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Despite shooting just 42% from the field, Pittsburgh’s opponent managed to score 82 points. They shot 48% on two-point attempts, making 18 of 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh’s defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 84%.</p>

Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Jaguars and Tigers game? Catch the action at H&PE Arena in Houston, TX, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on SWAC. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Texas Southern as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Southern Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at H&PE Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Texas Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Southern Shock Everyone at H&PE Arena?</h3><h3>Southern Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern fell to 2-8 on the season after a 77-43 road loss to Nebraska on Monday. Entering the game as +22 point underdogs, the Jaguars not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Southern trailed 39-15 at halftime and managed 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The game’s total points (120) were under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Southern struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 43 points while shooting 25.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 26.9%, and they hit only 12.5% of their three-point attempts, going 3-for-24 from deep.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was also a problem, as they connected on just 37.5% of their attempts. They did manage to grab 17 offensive rebounds and dish out 10 assists. Connor Essegian led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Southern's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field on 26 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 of 23 shooting, which is 56%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern's opponents hit 13 of 30 shots, good for 43%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 12, or 66%. Southern gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Southern fell to 0-10 on the season after a 69-65 loss to Abilene Christian on Saturday. The Tigers, who were +9.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-35 at halftime, Texas Southern tightened up defensively, holding Abilene Christian to 27 points in the second half while scoring 30 themselves. The total points for the game came in under the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Texas Southern put up 65 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.3%. They connected on 35.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-14 from deep, and hit 73.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 19.</p> <p>Leonardo Bettiol led the way with 22 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 56.2% from the field. Quion Williams added 21 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 53.3% of his shots. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 42.9% rate.</p><p>Texas Southern's defense gave up 69 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 55% of their attempts (25/45).</p> <p>However, Texas Southern did well in defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 14% (3/21). The opposing team also went 10/15 from the free-throw line, and Texas Southern gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Southern Jaguars vs Texas Southern Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Ramblers and Flyers game? Catch the action at UD Arena in Dayton, OH, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Dayton is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Loyola Chicago.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS DAYTON FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dayton Flyers -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at UD Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DAYTON FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Flyers.</li><li>Not only will Dayton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ramblers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Loyola Chicago Ramblers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Chicago improved to 10-6 on the season with an 81-77 win over Rhode Island on Wednesday. Despite being -4.5 favorites at home, the Ramblers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Trailing 39-38 at halftime, Loyola Chicago turned things around by outscoring Rhode Island 43-38 in the second half.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 6 of 18 three-pointers. At the free-throw line, they converted 76%, going 19 for 25.</p> <p>Des Watson led the way with 21 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 66.7% from three-point range. Sebastian Thomas added 20 points and 6 assists, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 2 of 9 attempts. Jalen Quinn contributed 17 points and 5 assists, while Javonte Brown was efficient inside, scoring 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 77 points in their last game. The Ramblers shot 50% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 56 attempts.</p> <p>From inside the arc, Loyola Chicago shot 57%, hitting 22 of 38 two-point attempts. They also went 19/25 from the free-throw line, good for 76%.</p><h3>Can Dayton Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Dayton Flyers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Dayton’s season record dropped to 10-6 after a 67-59 loss to George Mason on Wednesday. The Flyers, who were -8 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points (126) fell short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Dayton trailed 41-27 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 26 points while scoring 32 of their own. Despite the improved effort after the break, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Dayton's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field. They connected on 52.9% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-17 from deep, while struggling inside the arc with a 38.2% shooting rate on two-pointers.</p> <p>Darius Maddox and Nate Santos each scored 20 points, with Maddox hitting 4-of-5 threes and shooting 72.7% overall. Malachi Smith added 14 points and 5 assists, making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Dayton's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They held the other team to 38% on two-point attempts, as they went 13/34 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Dayton allowed 9/17 shooting, or 52%. The opposing team also went 6/11 from the free-throw line, hitting 54% of their attempts. Dayton gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Dayton Flyers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bluejays and Huskies face off at 12:00 ET on FOX. The Huskies are hosting the game at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, CT. The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Connecticut as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS VS CONNECTICUT HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Connecticut Huskies -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gampel Pavilion at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CONNECTICUT HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Connecticut pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Creighton Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Creighton Bluejays Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Creighton improved to 11-6 on the season with an 84-64 win over Providence on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Bluejays entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Creighton led 43-34 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Providence 41-30. The total points for the game were 148, just over the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Creighton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 51.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.9%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. Inside the arc, they connected on 60% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner and Steven Ashworth each contributed 20 points, with Kalkbrenner shooting 66.7% from the field and adding 10 rebounds. Ashworth hit 4 threes, while Isaac Traudt was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4 from three-point range. Creighton finished with 15 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, but struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 6 of 12 attempts.</p><p>Despite Creighton's defensive struggles, they managed to hold the opposition to 64 points. The Bluejays allowed a 51% shooting performance, with the other team hitting 32 of their 62 shots.</p> <p>Creighton gave up 14 three-pointers on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate, and sent the other team to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 6.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 13-4 on the season with a 68-60 road win over Georgetown on Saturday. The Huskies entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 128 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn led 35-31 at halftime and maintained their edge in the 2nd half, outscoring the Hoyas 33-29 to secure the win.</p><p>Connecticut put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 34.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 26 attempts, and went 7 for 10 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Alex Karaban led the way with 19 points, shooting 70% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Curtis Williams Jr. added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Solo Ball also contributed 15 points, making 3 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Connecticut’s defense was solid, holding their opponent to 60 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making just 12 of 34 attempts, a 35% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 46%, hitting 7 of 15 threes. Connecticut sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 65%. The Huskies gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Creighton Bluejays vs Connecticut Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Buffaloes and Cowboys are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cowboys will host the game at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, OK. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 145.5 points, with Oklahoma State being favored by -2.5 at home against Colorado.</p><h3>COLORADO BUFFALOES VS OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher-Iba Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will Oklahoma State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Buffaloes Secure a Win at Stillwater?</h3><h3>Colorado Buffaloes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Colorado dropped to 9-7 on the season after a 68-62 home loss to Cincinnati on Wednesday. The Buffaloes entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-27 at halftime, Colorado scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Buffaloes managed just 62 points, shooting 41.1% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 13 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, converting 61.9% of their attempts.</p> <p>Bangot Dak led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 53.8% overall and 40% from deep. Simas Lukosius added 16 points and 7 boards, hitting 3 of 8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Colorado's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 20 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Buffaloes limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. At the free-throw line, their opponent shot 61%, making 13 of 21 attempts. Colorado also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Oklahoma State Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Oklahoma State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oklahoma State’s season record dropped to 9-7 after an 85-69 loss to BYU on Tuesday. The Cowboys were +14 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 154, surpassing the over/under line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>The Cowboys struggled early, falling behind 46-26 by halftime. They showed some fight in the second half, scoring 43 points while allowing 39, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Oklahoma State put up 69 points in their latest game, shooting 41.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 48.2%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 21 from deep, while their two-point shooting stood at 42.9% (15/35). At the free-throw line, the Cowboys converted 65.2%, making 15 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Trevin Knell led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 9 from beyond the arc. Jamyron Keller and Bryce Thompson each added 15 points, with Keller knocking down 4 of 6 threes. Dallin Hall was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4 overall and 3 for 3 from three-point range, finishing with 14 points and 3 assists.</p><p>Oklahoma State's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 85 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 51% from the field. They had trouble containing two-point shots, with opponents hitting 62% of their attempts (15/24).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oklahoma State allowed 12 threes on 28 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19 free throws (70%).</p>

Colorado Buffaloes vs Oklahoma State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Demon Deacons and Hokies game? Catch the action at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA, as the Hokies hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ACCN. Wake Forest is favored by -4.5 in this Atlantic Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 133.5 points.</p><h3>WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for Wake Forest as Away Favorites</h3><h3>Wake Forest Demon Deacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wake Forest improved to 13-4 on the season with an 80-67 win over Stanford on Wednesday. The Demon Deacons, who were favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 147, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-33 at halftime, Wake Forest turned things around in the second half, outscoring Stanford 47-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Wake Forest put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.7%, with a strong 55.3% shooting on two-pointers (26/47). However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts for a 27.3% success rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis led the way with 30 points, shooting 70.6% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Tre'Von Spillers added 18 points, hitting 8 of 10 shots, and grabbed 10 rebounds. Jaylen Blakes contributed 15 points and dished out 7 assists, while Maxime Raynaud recorded a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.</p><p>Wake Forest gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 26 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 55% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 3 of 11 threes, shooting 27%. Wake Forest also sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws, a 79% clip. The Demon Deacons allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Hokies?</h3><h3>Virginia Tech Hokies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Virginia Tech improved to 8-9 on the season with a 79-76 win over NC State on Wednesday. The Hokies were +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-34 at halftime, Virginia Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Wolfpack 45-31. The game’s total points (155) went over the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field. They knocked down 11 of 22 three-point attempts, hitting 50% from deep, and finished 82.4% from the free-throw line, making 14 of 17 shots. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, and they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, with 11 assists as a team.</p> <p>Toibu Lawal led the way with 22 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 7 of 10 from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Jayden Taylor and Jaden Schutt each added 17 points, with Schutt hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Marcus Hill and Ben Burnham also contributed 12 points each in the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled to contain their opponent, giving up 76 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 11 threes on 22 attempts, a 50% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 17 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 82%.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Yellow Jackets and Seminoles. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Seminoles at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. Get ready to place your bets! This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Florida State is favored to win by -9 at home vs. Georgia Tech.</p><h3>GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +9</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Even though we have Florida State winning straight-up, we like Georgia Tech at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Yellow Jackets Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Georgia Tech dropped to 8-10 on the season after a 70-59 home loss to Clemson on Tuesday, January 14th. The Yellow Jackets entered the game as +6 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 129 fell short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Tech trailed 36-25 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 34 points after the break.</p><p>Georgia Tech struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 59 points on 35.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, with two-point shooting at 35.3% and three-point shooting at 35% (7/20). They connected on 73.7% of their free throws, going 14/19 from the line.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery led the Yellow Jackets with 21 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc and shooting 58.3% overall. Ian Schieffelin contributed 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three-point range (2/4), while also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 35% shooting from the field, as they went 19/54 overall. Inside the arc, the Yellow Jackets limited them to 12/34 shooting, also 35%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia Tech's defense allowed 7 made threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws, shooting 73%. The Yellow Jackets gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Seminoles Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Florida State Seminoles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Florida State improved to 12-5 on the season with an 82-70 win over Pittsburgh on Wednesday. The Seminoles, who were +3 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 28-23 at halftime, Florida State exploded for 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Florida State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and 31.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.2%, and they hit 84.8% of their free throws, going 28-for-33 from the line.</p> <p>Jamir Watkins led the Seminoles with 26 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3-of-6 from deep. Jaland Lowe added 22 points and 5 assists, while Malique Ewin contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Jorge Diaz Graham was 4-of-5 from three, finishing with 17 points in 18 minutes.</p><p>Florida State's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 24 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 37 shots to fall, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Florida State's defense held their opponents to 6 of 19 shooting, or 31%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 28 free throws for 84%. Florida State gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Magic (+245) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks (-300) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 213 points.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 17-9 and in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks are 12-11 and in 6th place in the East.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-79 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Magic Secure a Win at Milwaukee?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 17-9 on the season with a 115-110 win over the Suns on Sunday. Playing at home, the Magic were favored by 2 points and covered the spread. The game’s total of 225 points went over the 213.5-point line.</p> <p>After the Suns went on a 14-0 run early, the Magic battled back. The teams tied in the 2nd quarter, but Orlando edged Phoenix 27-25 in the 3rd. The Magic then outscored the Suns 31-23 in the 4th to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Suggs led the Magic with 26 points and 4 made threes in their win over the Suns, shooting 40% from deep. He scored 14 of his points in the 4th quarter. Goga Bitadze contributed 21 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field, with 10 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Orlando made 12 threes, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.7%. Cole Anthony added 14 points, scoring 7 of those in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 34 points in the 1st quarter, the Magic tightened up defensively as the game went on, allowing just 23 points in the 4th to help secure the win. Overall, they gave up 110 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Orlando struggled to defend the three, with the Suns hitting 13 threes at a 46% clip. The Magic sent Phoenix to the line 22 times, where they made 19 free throws. Defensively, the Magic recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Milwaukee Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks moved above .500 with a 118-113 road win over the Nets on Sunday, improving their record to 12-11. Milwaukee entered the game as 6-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread, winning by five. The total points for the game were 231, surpassing the O/U line of 215.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Bucks went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 86-79 to 96-79. Milwaukee and Brooklyn were tied at 86 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Bucks outscored the Nets 32-27 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to a win over the Nets, scoring 34 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Bobby Portis added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 100% efficiency, and Gary Trent Jr. contributed 20 points, making 3 threes.</p> <p>Milwaukee shot 57.4% from the field and 48.4% from three, making 15 threes overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, while Portis added 12 points in the 4th.</p><p>Even with the Nets shooting 50% from the field, the Bucks managed to hold them to 113 points and get the win. Milwaukee gave up 34 points in the 3rd quarter but limited Brooklyn to 27 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>The Bucks allowed 16 threes on 45% shooting from deep. Brooklyn also went 15/16 from the free-throw line. Milwaukee finished with 28 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dons and Tigers. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Tigers at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. Get ready to place your bets! San Francisco is favored by -14.5 in this West Coast conference contest against Pacific. The game's over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pacific Tigers +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PACIFIC TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Pacific pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Dons Secure a Win at Stockton?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>San Francisco improved to 11-3 on the season with a 97-94 win over Santa Clara on Monday. The Dons were favored by four points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 191 far exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Trailing 47-45 at halftime, San Francisco tightened up defensively in the second half, outscoring Santa Clara 41-39 to secure the win.</p><p>San Francisco put up 97 points in their last game, shooting 51.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.1%. They connected on 66.7% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 10 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 61.3%, going 19-for-31.</p> <p>Malik Thomas led the way with 34 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 42.9% overall and 44.4% from three. Marcus Williams added 23 points and 8 assists, shooting 55.6% from the field. Johnny O'Neil was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, including 4 of 5 from deep, finishing with 20 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. The Dons couldn't contain the inside game, as they gave up 66% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's opponent hit 10 threes on 30 attempts, shooting 33%. The Dons also sent them to the line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Tigers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers dropped to 3-11 on the season after a 75-65 road loss to the Toreros on Monday, December 30th. Entering the game as +1 underdogs, Pacific not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Pacific trailed 35-31 at halftime and were outscored 40-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Pacific Tigers struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 22 three-point attempts for a 22.7% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 41.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.3%. Their free-throw shooting was also subpar, connecting on 14 of 23 attempts for 60.9%.</p> <p>Steven Jamerson II led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 9 of 12 from the field. Elijah Fisher added 20 points and 10 boards, hitting 7 of 10 shots. The Tigers finished with just 8 assists as a team, while grabbing 11 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Pacific's defense gave up 75 points in this one, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 17 two-pointers on 34 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Pacific's defense conceded 9 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponents hitting 45%. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws, a 73% rate. Pacific allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Pacific Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Horse racing can be unpredictable, so you don’t want to just give the win in the 146th Kentucky Derby to Tiz the Law, but with some top contenders hurt and others scratched for this race, it sure seems like the overwhelming favorite will hold serve in the second leg of the Triple Crown.

The Derby was moved from May 4 to September 5 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the day of racing at iconic Churchill Downs will be done without fans in attendance. The celebration, the outfits, the hats, the mint juleps, all of it adds to the ambiance and the allure of this event, so it is a shame to see this year’s Derby going off like this. And who knows when, if ever, the Kentucky Derby fanfare will return to its normal levels.

In any event, the show will go on with lots of undercard races, but our focus will be on the main event that has a 7:01 p.m. ET post time in Louisville, Kentucky.

Here are the post positions, the horses, trainers, and jockeys, and the odds for the 146th Run for the Roses:
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="43">Post</td>
<td width="166">Horse</td>
<td width="166">Trainer</td>
<td width="166">Jockey</td>
<td width="48">Odds</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">1</td>
<td width="166">Finnick the Fierce</td>
<td width="166">R. Hernandez</td>
<td width="166">M. Garcia</td>
<td width="48">SCR</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">2</td>
<td width="166">Max Player</td>
<td width="166">S. Asmussen</td>
<td width="166">R. Santana Jr.</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">3</td>
<td width="166">Enforceable</td>
<td width="166">M. Casse</td>
<td width="166">A. Beschizza</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">4</td>
<td width="166">Storm the Court</td>
<td width="166">P. Eurton</td>
<td width="166">J. Leparoux</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">5</td>
<td width="166">Major Fed</td>
<td width="166">G. Foley</td>
<td width="166">J. Graham</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">6</td>
<td width="166">King Guillermo</td>
<td width="166">J.C. Avila</td>
<td width="166">S. Camacho</td>
<td width="48">SCR</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">7</td>
<td width="166">Money Moves</td>
<td width="166">T. Pletcher</td>
<td width="166">J. Castellano</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">8</td>
<td width="166">South Bend</td>
<td width="166">B. Mott</td>
<td width="166">T. Gaffalione</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">9</td>
<td width="166">Mr. Big News</td>
<td width="166">B. Calhoun</td>
<td width="166">G. Saez</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">10</td>
<td width="166">Thousand Words</td>
<td width="166">B. Baffert</td>
<td width="166">F. Geroux</td>
<td width="48">15/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">11</td>
<td width="166">Necker Island</td>
<td width="166">C. Hartman</td>
<td width="166">M. Mena</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">12</td>
<td width="166">Sole Volante</td>
<td width="166">P. Biancone</td>
<td width="166">L. Panici</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">13</td>
<td width="166">Attachment Rate</td>
<td width="166">D. Romans</td>
<td width="166">J. Talamo</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">14</td>
<td width="166">Winning Impression</td>
<td width="166">D. Stewart</td>
<td width="166">J. Rocco Jr.</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">15</td>
<td width="166">Ny Traffic</td>
<td width="166">S. Joseph Jr.</td>
<td width="166">P. Lopez</td>
<td width="48">20/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">16</td>
<td width="166">Honor A.P.</td>
<td width="166">J. Shirreffs</td>
<td width="166">M. Smith</td>
<td width="48">5/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">17</td>
<td width="166">Tiz the Law</td>
<td width="166">B. Tagg</td>
<td width="166">M. Franco</td>
<td width="48">3/5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">18</td>
<td width="166">Authentic</td>
<td width="166">B. Baffert</td>
<td width="166">J. Velazquez</td>
<td width="48">8/1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Tiz the Law is the chalk favorite here. It was a bad spring and summer for three-year-olds, as horses like Maxfield, Nadal, Charlatan, and Wells Bayou were forced out of action among others. Tiz the Law has had a dominant summer and who knows what would have happened if the others were in the field. They aren’t, unfortunately, but there is still money to be made this weekend.

Normally, I list all the horses and my thoughts on them, but that seems like a fool’s errand this time around. This is a top-heavy field, with Tiz the Law, the winner of the Travers, Belmont, and Florida Derby in a class of his own. Honor A.P. and Authentic are in the next tier, followed by Thousand Words and Ny Traffic. It wouldn’t be a total shocker if a 50/1 or longer hits the board, just given the nature of this year’s race, but it does seem pretty unlikely, as the odds would suggest.

Here are a few things that we know. The first is that Authentic will be popular on race day. Even though people probably aren’t having as many Kentucky Derby parties or things like that, people know Bob Baffert’s name and they know the jockey John Velazquez. Everybody will be scrambling to put together some exotics with Tiz the Law in an effort to sweeten the prices a little bit. Authentic is also coming off of a strong performance, a career-best performance, to win the Haskell at Monmouth Park, so we are buying a little high, but the good speed in the Santa Anita Derby with the follow-up win in the Haskell suggests that Authentic is hitting his stride.

Honor A.P., who beat Authentic in the Santa Anita Derby, ran a final tune-up at Del Mar and lost to Thousand Words in the Shared Belief. He got bumped at the start and got thrown a little off-stride, but would have won the race if it had another eighth of a mile to it. Honor A.P. was coming on strong.

Ny Traffic is the one that I have my eye on. He was second-best to Maxfield in the Matt Winn and Wells Bayou in the Louisiana Derby, but those were two really game efforts. He also wound up second to Authentic in the Haskell with a career-best speed figure.

This isn’t a horse with an elite bloodline or anything like that, but it is a gamer. It is a horse that seems capable of overachieving and making some really good runs. He’s also gotten better with each passing race and has some experience on the Churchill surface from that Matt Winn Stakes effort. He’s been right there with some of the top three-year-olds. He’s not “beat Tiz the Law” good, but he’s plenty good enough to finish second in this race.

Ny Traffic should also be okay with the traffic. The Matt Winn field had 10, the Louisiana Derby 14, and the Risen Star Stakes had 11. Honor A.P. has run one race with at least 10 horses. Authentic hasn’t run with more than seven. Thousand Words ran the Oaklawn Stakes with 13 and got tripped up out of the gate.

Major Fed has run in traffic, but has not had great finishes in those races. Storm The Court ran with 13 in the Grade 3 Ohio Derby and finished third. Maybe the jockey change to Julien Leparoux will be the difference, but Flavien Prat is a very good jockey. The horse just doesn’t have enough speed.

One horse that has run a lot in crowded fields is Enforceable for Mark Casse. The son of Tapit has some underwhelming finishes and speed figures and that concerns me. Adam Beschizza is also in the mount for the first time. Some people like Enforceable’s chances to hit the board, but I’m not buying that stock.

Instead, I’d look inside of Enforceable and prefer Max Player. Steve Asmussen has taken over as the trainer. Asmussen has his top rider Ricardo Santana Jr. in the irons. The most recent workouts at Churchill Downs have been pretty solid and he’s hit the board in all five races, including a big speed effort in the Travers Stakes. It was a distant third behind Tiz the Law, but the speed numbers are trending in the right direction for the son of Honor Code.

<strong>Ny Traffic and Max Player are the two that I’ll put together with Tiz the Law</strong>. I’ll <strong>box trifecta</strong> them together in hopes that one of the two upsets the heavy favorite for a little bit bigger of a pay day. Ny Traffic has been consistently competitive against top-end horses and Max Player is trending in the right direction and has an upgraded trainer.

This may not be the sexiest Kentucky Derby ever, but it’ll be one that I watch closely, as I always do.

Post time is 7:01 p.m. ET for Race 14 at Churchill Downs.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Lancers and Blue Hose face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose are hosting the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. In this Big South matchup, Longwood is favored bt -1.5 vs. Presbyterian. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Hose.</li><li>Not only will Presbyterian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lancers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers fell to 8-4 on the season after a 98-82 road loss to SMU on Sunday, December 29th. Longwood came into the game as +18.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Longwood allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Longwood put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. They connected on 51.7% of their two-point attempts and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Boopie Miller led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Yohan Traore and Elijah Tucker each added 20 points, with Traore also pulling down 11 rebounds. Matt Cross and Colby Garland chipped in 19 points apiece, with Garland handing out a team-high 11 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside, as the other team made 70% of their two-point attempts, going 21/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 26 free throws at an 83% rate. Longwood gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian's season record fell to 4-8 after a 69-59 loss to South Carolina on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 128, which was under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Presbyterian led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 45. The Blue Hose will look to build on their strong first-half performance as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the way with 27 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/13, hitting 38% of their threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Blue Hose gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Blue Devils and Eagles game? Catch the action at Silvio Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, MA, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN. Duke is favored by -22.5 in this Atlantic Coast conference contest against Boston College. The game's over/under currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>DUKE BLUE DEVILS VS BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston College Eagles +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Boston College pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Blue Devils Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Duke improved to 15-2 on the season with an 89-54 win over Miami on Tuesday. The Blue Devils, who were -23 point favorites, covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points of 143 fell just under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>Duke jumped out to a 50-26 lead by halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Miami 39-28.</p><p>Duke's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 54.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.7%, thanks in large part to their 53.1% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 17 of 32 attempts.</p> <p>Kon Knueppel was a standout performer, knocking down 6 of 8 threes and finishing with 25 points on 9 of 11 shooting overall. Duke also dished out 25 assists, with Cooper Flagg contributing 6 to go along with his 13 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, Duke couldn't stop their opponent from scoring 54 points. The Blue Devils allowed a 54% shooting performance, with 34 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Duke's defense gave up 17 threes on 32 attempts, a 53% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 7 times, where they hit 4 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Boston College Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Boston College Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston College fell to 9-8 on the season after a 78-60 road loss to Notre Dame on Monday, January 13th. Entering the game as +11 point underdogs, the Eagles not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>BC trailed 36-33 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 138 fell just under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Boston College put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.4%, thanks in large part to hitting 52.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 19 attempts. They were perfect from the free-throw line, going 6 for 6.</p> <p>Tae Davis led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.3% from the field. Donald Hand Jr. added 17 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes for a 71.4% shooting percentage from deep. Markus Burton contributed 20 points, though he struggled from three, making just 1 of 5 attempts.</p><p>Boston College's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 23 of 40 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston College held their opponent to 20% shooting, as they made just 3 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 free throws, shooting 85%. Boston College also allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Crimson Tide and Aggies are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN. The Aggies will host the game at Reed Arena in College Station, TX. In this Southeastern matchup, Alabama is favored bt -1.5 vs. Texas A&M. The over/under for the game is 161 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE VS TEXAS A&M AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M Aggies +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 161 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Alabama Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Alabama improved to 13-2 on the season with an 88-68 road win over South Carolina on Wednesday. The Crimson Tide entered the game as 11-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points fell just under the 157.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Alabama took control early, leading 45-28 at halftime. Although they allowed 40 points in the 2nd half, they scored 43 of their own to maintain a comfortable margin.</p><p>Alabama put up 88 points in their latest game, shooting 54.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts (27/45) and connected on 42.1% from beyond the arc (8/19), though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 50% (10/20).</p> <p>Mark Sears led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three and adding 6 assists. Jacobi Wright contributed 20 points, while Jamarii Thomas and Nick Pringle each shot 66.7% from the field. Aden Holloway was efficient as well, shooting 71.4% and adding 13 points and 3 assists.</p><p>Alabama's defense held their opponent to 68 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field with 23 made baskets on 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent shot 50%, converting 20 of their 40 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alabama limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 25 times, making 19 for a 76% success rate. Alabama gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Texas A&M?</h3><p>Texas A&M improved to 13-2 on the season with an 80-78 win over Oklahoma on Wednesday. The Aggies were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, but not only pulled off the win, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 158, going over the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 39-30 at halftime, Texas A&M turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while holding Oklahoma to 39. The Aggies’ ability to adjust and dominate the 2nd half was key to their win.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas A&M put up 80 points, shooting 44.3% from the field and 39.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 52.5%, and they connected on 77.3% of their free throws, going 17-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Zhuric Phelps and Brycen Goodine each scored 34 points, with Goodine hitting 9-of-11 threes at an 81.8% clip. Phelps knocked down 6-of-10 from deep, shooting 60.0% from three-point range. The Aggies also grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists in the win.</p><p>Texas A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 54% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable from beyond the arc, where they allowed 14 threes on 24 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.</p> <p>The Aggies also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 shots, an 82% success rate. Texas A&M gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the contest.</p>

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