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<p>The Demon Deacons and Aggies are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN2. The Aggies will host the game at Reed Arena in College Station, TX. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142 points, with Texas A&M being favored by -9 over Wake Forest.</p><h3>WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS VS TEXAS A&M AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wake Forest Demon Deacons +9</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Even though we have Texas A&M winning straight-up, we like Wake Forest at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at College Station Possible for the Demon Deacons?</h3><h3>Wake Forest Demon Deacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wake Forest improved to 6-2 on the season with a 57-51 home win over Minnesota on Friday, November 29th. The Demon Deacons entered the game as -3.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Wake Forest trailed 29-27 at halftime but clamped down defensively in the second half, holding Minnesota to just 22 points while scoring 30 of their own. The game’s total points of 108 fell well short of the 128 O/U line.</p><p>Wake Forest struggled offensively in their last game, managing just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, and they hit just 1 of 15 three-point attempts, shooting 6.7% from deep. They did connect on 87.5% of their free throws, going 14 for 16 at the line.</p> <p>Tre'Von Spillers led the way with 18 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Cameron Hildreth added 13 points, while Lu'Cye Patterson contributed 12 points and 4 assists. Isaac Asuma was 2 for 3 from beyond the arc, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Wake Forest’s defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 51 points on 39% shooting. They limited damage from beyond the arc, allowing only 1 of 15 threes to fall.</p> <p>Even with 13 offensive rebounds given up, the Demon Deacons kept their opponent in check, who shot 87% from the line, making 14 of 16 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Aggies Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Texas A&M improved to 7-2 on the season with an 81-77 road win over Rutgers on Saturday. The Aggies entered the game as 5-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 158, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>Texas A&M led 40-34 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. Despite not covering the spread, the Aggies got the win and moved closer to the top of the SEC standings.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas A&M put up 81 points, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.6%, with a dismal 13.3% from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 15 attempts. They were more successful inside, connecting on 53.7% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Aggies were strong from the free-throw line, making 31 of 42 attempts for 73.8%. Ace Bailey and Wade Taylor IV each scored 24 points, with Taylor adding 5 assists. Jeremiah Williams contributed 20 points, hitting 7 of 8 shots from the field.</p><p>Even with Texas A&M holding their opponent to 41% shooting, the Aggies gave up 77 points. They allowed 52% shooting from inside the arc, with the other team hitting 22 of their 42 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas A&M's defense was more effective, limiting their opponent to just 6 made threes on 26 attempts, a 23% success rate. However, they sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 88%.</p>

Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Texas A&M Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-216) will host the Detroit Pistons (+181) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 5.5 points and have dropped four straight games. The Pistons (+5.5) have won two in a row and are 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 227 points.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-128 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Detroit Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17 this season with a 117-114 win over the Lakers on Monday. The Pistons, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 231 exceeded the over/under line of 222.</p> <p>Detroit went on a key 14-0 run, extending their lead from 32-27 to 46-27. Though the Lakers fought back, the Pistons edged them out in the 4th quarter, winning the final period 24-22.</p><p>Malik Beasley hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 21 points to lead the Pistons to a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Ivey contributed 18 points, shooting 53.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons shot 51.1% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Beasley scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and Cade added 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Overall, Detroit gave up 114 points, with 32 points allowed in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Lakers’ shooting, as Los Angeles hit 54% of their shots, including 14 threes at a 46% clip. Detroit also sent the Lakers to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Pistons finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-17 on the season after a 122-95 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 217 points fell short of the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>After a close first half, the Pacers pulled away by outscoring the Kings 35-26 in the 3rd quarter. Sacramento managed just 17 points in the 4th while allowing 35, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In Sunday's 122-95 loss to the Pacers, the Kings struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was also below average, hitting 31.6% with 12 made threes.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 23 points and 7 assists, though he shot 36.8% from the field and made 2 threes at 33.3%. Domantas Sabonis contributed 17 points and 21 rebounds, shooting 36.4%, while Malik Monk added 14 points, hitting 2 threes at 22.2%.</p><p>The Kings held the Pacers to 21 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively the rest of the way, giving up 31 points in the 2nd and 35 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 122-95 loss. Sacramento allowed Indiana to shoot 58% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Kings sent Indiana to the line just 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Sacramento finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the 9th ranked Chicago Bulls (13-17) will travel to Atlanta to take on the 7th ranked Hawks (15-15). The Hawks are favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>CHSN will broadcast the game from State Farm Arena.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-122 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulls Ready for a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>Chicago’s season record dropped to 13-17 after a 112-91 loss to the Bucks on Monday. The Bulls, who were -2.5 point favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Milwaukee took control early with a 12-0 run, stretching the score from 11-10 to 23-10. Chicago’s best quarter was the 2nd, where they edged the Bucks 28-26, but they couldn’t close the gap after trailing 92-72 going into the 4th.</p><p>In their 112-91 loss to the Bucks, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 40% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 20.8% clip. Nikola Vucevic led the way with 17 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 8 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>Zach LaVine and Jalen Smith each added 14 points, with LaVine scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter. Smith contributed 10 of his points in the 2nd period, while Patrick Williams finished with 13 points, scoring 5 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 33 points in each, as they allowed the Bucks to score 112 points in the game. Chicago did manage to tighten things up in the 4th quarter, holding Milwaukee to 20 points.</p> <p>The Bulls had trouble defending the three, with the Bucks hitting 18 threes at a 41% clip. Chicago sent Milwaukee to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. The Bulls finished with 37 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, while adding 9 steals.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>With a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves on Monday, the Hawks evened their season record at 15-15. Atlanta, +3 point underdogs heading into the game, covered the spread with a +13 point victory. The total score of 221 points came in just under the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Atlanta started strong, going on a 12-0 run early and leading 35-19 after the 1st quarter. However, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. After an even 3rd quarter (30-30), Atlanta clamped down in the 4th, holding the Timberwolves to 19 points while scoring 35 of their own to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Timberwolves, the Hawks shot 53.4% from the field and hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. Trae Young led the way with 29 points and 7 assists, while Garrison Mathews added 25 points, knocking down 7 threes at 87.5% shooting.</p> <p>Young scored 12 of his points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th. Mathews also came up big in the final period, scoring 10 points, while De'Andre Hunter added 9 of his 19 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Hawks' defense came up big in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing just 19 points in each, to help secure a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves. Despite a rough 2nd quarter, where they gave up 36 points, Atlanta held Minnesota to 42% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hawks limited the Timberwolves to 14 made threes on 32% shooting. They also sent Minnesota to the line just 13 times, where they made 12. Defensively, Atlanta recorded 15 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 7:15 PM ET, the Braves and Phillies square off in an NL East matchup. This one is being played at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, and the Phillies are the betting favorite, with their money line odds sitting at -146. The Braves are at +124 on the money line, and the over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Max Fried will start for the Braves, and he is facing off against Zack Wheeler. The Braves are 74-61 this season, and the Phillies are 79-56, putting them in first place in the NL East.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Phillies Moneyline -146</p><p>This game will be played at Citizens Bank Park at 7:15 ET on Saturday, August 31st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BRAVES VS PHILLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Phillies winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Braves to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The most recent game o of this Braves vs Phillies series came right down to the end, as the Phillies rallied late but still fell short with the Braves winning 7-2 on the road. Heading into the game, the Braves were at +118 on the money line.</p>

<p>Reynaldo Lopez pitched well for the Braves in this one, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued five walks. As for the Phillies, Ranger Suarez only went four innings and gave up four runs on five hits.</p>

<p>Atlanta's offense was led by Orlando Arcia and Sean Murphy, as they were the only two Braves hitters to have more than one hit. Arcia also homered twice and scored two runs. On the other end, Bryce Harper went 3/4 with two doubles for the Phillies.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 74-61, the Braves are five games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. Atlanta has gone 23-19 in divisional games this season and are looking for a win today to pull within four games of the Phillies. The Braves have won five straight series, and their overall series record is 23-15-5 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 36-28 this year, and they have gone 38-33 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in most of their games, putting together a record of 62-47 in those contests. As the underdog on the road, the Braves are 11-12 this year. Atlanta has been playing well, going 7-3 over their last ten games.</p><p>The Braves are on a seven-game run line win streak on the road, and they are 38-33 overall on the run line away from home. They have a run line record of 16-10 as the underdog and are 5-0 against the run line in their last five games as the underdog. Their average run differential in winning games is +3.6, while it is -3.3 in their losses.</p><p>Atlanta has been involved in a lot of high-scoring games this season, with a combined run average of 8.2. The over/under record for the Braves this season is 51-79, and the average over/under line for their games is set at 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, the over/under record is 8-13-1. The over has hit in two straight games for Atlanta.</p><p>Left-hander Max Fried gets the start for the Braves today as he faces the Phillies on the road. He has made 23 starts this season and has a record of 8-7 with a 3.50 ERA. Fried's WHIP for the season is currently 1.20. In his 23 appearances, Fried has turned in 11 quality starts, along with two complete games and one shutout. Per nine innings, he is averaging 8.48 strikeouts and 3.1 walks. Fried most recently faced the Phillies on August 21st, where he finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in seven innings of work. Before that outing, he had given up at least three earned runs in three straight starts.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been one of the best hitters in the league this season, as his 98 RBIs are 3rd in the league, and he is also 4th in the league with 37 home runs. Ozuna is batting .309 for the season and is currently on a five-game hitting streak. Matt Olson has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 13/40 in his last 10 games with four homers and 14 RBIs.</p>

<p>Overall, the Braves are 4th in home runs this season and are averaging 4.3 runs per game. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.7 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .242, which is 12th in the league.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>Philadelphia is 79-56 overall this year and leads the NL East by five games over the Braves. The Phillies are 21-15 against other teams in the NL East. At home, the Phillies are 45-25 this year, and they are 34-31 on the road.</p>

<p>The Phillies have been the favorite in most of their games, where they are 67-41. As for their record as the home favorite, the Phillies are 44-22 this year. Philadelphia's overall series record is 23-15-6, and they have won two straight series.</p><p>The Phillies have a run line record of 32-38 at home this season, with an average run margin of 1.2 runs per game. Overall, the Phillies have a run line record of 65-70, with an average run margin of 0.8 runs per game.</p><p>Philadelphia's over/under record for the season is 63-65, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 17-15-1. The Phillies have had 67 games with over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, accounting for 49.6% of their games, and 35 games with lines set lower than 8 runs, accounting for 25.9% of their games. The over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Zack Wheeler gets the start for the Phillies today as he faces the Braves at home. He has made 26 starts this season and has a record of 12-6 with an ERA of 2.75. Wheeler's WHIP for the season is currently 1.00. In his 26 appearances, he has turned in 20 quality starts. Wheeler's last outing came against the Astros, where he finished with a no-decision, going six innings and giving up two earned runs on six hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. One of those wins came against the Nationals, where he gave up just one earned run in six innings of work.</p><p>Philadelphia comes into today's game as one of the league's top offensive teams, averaging 4.8 runs per game (8th). They have been even better at home, putting up 5.1 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .258, which is the 3rd best mark in the league, and are also one of the league's top home run-hitting teams.</p>

<p>Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber have been the Phillies' top power threats this season, with Harper's 26 homers ranking 2nd on the team and Schwarber's 28 leading the way. Schwarber's 82 RBIs is also 2nd on the team and 15th in the league. Harper is batting .282 for the season and has gone 13/33 in his last nine games. Alec Bohm has been a consistent hitter for the Phillies, batting .290 for the season and leading the team with 89 RBIs.</p>

Atlanta Braves vs Philadelphia Phillies Betting Pick & Prediction 8/31/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bisons and Mocs face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mocs are hosting the game at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored by -1.5 at home against Lipscomb.</p><h3>LIPSCOMB BISONS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Not only will Chattanooga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Lipscomb Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Lipscomb evened their season record at 4-4 with a dominant 82-44 road win over Alabama A&M on Saturday. The Bisons entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game were 126, well under the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Lipscomb took control early, leading 44-21 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Alabama A&M 38-23 to seal the win.</p><p>Lipscomb's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 82 points with a field goal percentage of 45.9% (28/61). Their effective field goal percentage was 57.4%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 35 three-point attempts (40%) and shooting 53.8% from two-point range (14/26). They also connected on 80% of their free throws, going 12 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>The Bisons shared the ball effectively, dishing out 21 assists, and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds. Will Pruitt led the way with 19 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc and shooting 50% overall. Gyasi Powell added 16 points, shooting 54.5% from the field and 57.1% from three-point range (4/7). EJay Greer contributed 11 points in just 12 minutes, shooting 62.5% from the floor.</p><p>Lipscomb's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 44 points on 25% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 11/43, also at 25%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition managed only 5 threes on 21 attempts, shooting 23%. Lipscomb sent them to the line 11 times, where they hit 7 free throws, or 63%.</p><h3>Can the Mocs Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Chattanooga improved to 4-3 on the season with an 84-76 home win over Bryant on Wednesday, November 27th. The Mocs entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points finished just under the 161-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Leading 39-37 at halftime, Chattanooga pulled away by outscoring Bryant 45-39 in the second half.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 49.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 63% of their two-point attempts and knocked down 11 threes at a 36.7% rate, while also shooting 77.3% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>The Mocs dished out 19 assists, with Earl Timberlake contributing 6 assists and 6 rebounds to go along with his 18 points. Makai Richards added 17 points in just 18 minutes, shooting 80% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with a 17/27 performance.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense gave up 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws (77%).</p>

Lipscomb Bisons vs Chattanooga Mocs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Leathernecks and Panthers game? Catch the action at McLeod Center in Cedar Falls, IA, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Northern Iowa as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>WESTERN ILLINOIS LEATHERNECKS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Illinois Leathernecks +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at McLeod Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN ILLINOIS LEATHERNECKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have Northern Iowa winning straight-up, we like Western Illinois at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Western Illinois Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Western Illinois Leathernecks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Illinois picked up a 63-61 win over Central Arkansas on Saturday, November 16th. The Leathernecks were at home and entered the game as -7.5 favorites. Despite the win, they didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Western Illinois turned things around by scoring 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the O/U line of 137.</p><p>Western Illinois struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.9% from the field and 27.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 29 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, and they connected on 65% of their free throws, making 13 of 20.</p> <p>Layne Taylor led the Leathernecks with 21 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Ryan Myers added 18 points, despite shooting 26.1% overall and 25% from deep. Sean Smith was efficient, shooting 66.7% from the field and 75% from three, finishing with 17 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Western Illinois put on a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 38% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited the opposition to 8 made threes on 29 attempts, a 27% success rate.</p> 

<p>Inside the arc, their opponent shot 52%, converting 13 of 25 two-point attempts. From the free-throw line, Western Illinois sent them to the stripe 20 times, where they made 13, shooting 65%. The Leathernecks also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Panthers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>On Thursday, November 14th, the Panthers fell 79-73 on the road to Wichita State. Northern Iowa entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 152 came just under the 152.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-32 at halftime, the Panthers put up 41 points in the 2nd half but couldn’t slow down the Shockers, who scored 45 points after the break.</p><p>Northern Iowa put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 20 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, and they connected on 51.3% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Jacob Hutson led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% from the field and 3 of 6 from deep. Corey Washington added 19 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts, while Tytan Anderson contributed 12 points and 11 rebounds.</p><p>Northern Iowa's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point baskets on 48 tries, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's opponents hit 6 three-pointers on 15 attempts, shooting 40%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws, good for 79%. Northern Iowa gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/24

<p>The Lions and Dons are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dons will host the game at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and San Francisco is favored by -10.5 to win at home against Loyola Marymount.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Even though we have San Francisco winning straight-up, we like Loyola Marymount at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Loyola Marymount Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Loyola Marymount Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Marymount improved to 7-4 on the season with an 85-69 home win over North Alabama on Sunday, December 22nd. The Lions entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 154 exceeded the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>LMU led 41-31 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half, allowing 38 points to North Alabama after the break.</p><p>Loyola Marymount put up 85 points in their latest game, shooting 50.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.5%. They connected on 62.5% of their two-point attempts and hit 39.4% from beyond the arc, making 13 threes on 33 attempts. The Lions also shot 75% from the free-throw line, going 6-for-8.</p> <p>Caleb Stone-Carrawell led the way with 28 points, hitting 5-of-8 from three and shooting 64.7% overall. Jacari Lane added 20 points, though he missed all four of his three-point attempts. Jevon Porter contributed 14 points and 9 rebounds, along with 8 assists, while Daniel Ortiz chipped in 13 points, making 3-of-9 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 69 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled, allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, including 62% on two-point attempts. The Lions also gave up 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Loyola Marymount's opponent went 6/8, hitting 75% of their shots. The Lions also allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does San Francisco Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Dons improved to 9-3 on the season with a 71-67 home win over Montana on Saturday. San Francisco entered the game as -17.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 
<p>San Francisco led 36-26 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>San Francisco put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field and hitting 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, and they made 19 of 31 free throws, shooting 61.3% from the line.</p> <p>Marcus Williams led the way with 25 points, shooting 72.7% from the field. Joe Pridgen added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Tyrone Riley IV and Malik Thomas each contributed 17 points, with Thomas hitting 75% of his threes.</p><p>San Francisco's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (11/22).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 10 of 26 threes, shooting 38%. San Francisco also sent them to the line 31 times, where they made 19 free throws (61%). The Dons limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p>

Loyola Marymount Lions vs San Francisco Dons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Crimson and Crusaders game? Catch the action at Hart Center in Worcester, MA, as the Crusaders hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. Harvard is favored by -3 in this non-conference contest against Holy Cross. The game's over/under currently sits at 139 points.</p><h3>HARVARD CRIMSON VS HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Holy Cross Crusaders +3</p><p>This game will be played at Hart Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Crusaders.</li><li>Not only will Holy Cross pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Harvard Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Harvard Crimson Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Harvard fell to 2-6 on the season after a 77-64 loss to St. John's on Saturday. Despite being +25.5 point underdogs, the Crimson kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Harvard trailed 40-28 at halftime but managed to score 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game were 141, just under the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Harvard's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and 27.6% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 42.6%. They hit 12 of 16 free throws, good for 75%, and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds, dishing out 13 assists as a team.</p> <p>RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 24 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 18 from the field, though he hit just 1 of 5 from beyond the arc. Kadary Richmond added 18 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 57.1% overall, while Chandler Pigge contributed 15 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Harvard’s defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 25 two-pointers on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Harvard held their opponents to 22% shooting, as they made just 6 of 27 attempts. The Crimson also sent them to the line 13 times, where they hit 9 free throws, shooting 69%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Crusaders Chances at Home</h3><h3>Holy Cross Crusaders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Crusaders fell to 2-6 on the season after a 67-41 road loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. Entering the game as +15.5 point underdogs, Holy Cross not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Virginia led 34-21 at halftime and continued to dominate in the 2nd half, outscoring Holy Cross 33-20. The total points for the game were 108, falling short of the 126.5 O/U line.</p><p>Holy Cross struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 41 points with a field goal percentage of 33.3% (17/51). Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, and they hit only 22.7% of their three-point attempts (5/22), while shooting 41.4% from two-point range (12/29).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Crusaders made just 2 of 5 attempts (40%). They recorded 7 offensive rebounds and 7 assists. Dai Dai Ames and Max Green each scored 16 points, with Green hitting 4 of 7 threes and Ames going 2 for 2 from deep. Andrew Rohde added 13 points, shooting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Holy Cross gave up 67 points in this one, with their defense allowing the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, as they hit 24 of their 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Holy Cross allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws.</p>

Harvard Crimson vs Holy Cross Crusaders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Houston Rockets (-310) will take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+251) in a Western Southwest Division matchup. The Rockets are currently favored by 7.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 220.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The Rockets are currently on a three-game win streak and have a record of 20-9, which is good for second place in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Pelicans have lost seven straight and have a record of 5-25, which is the worst in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-113 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 114-101 win over the Hornets on Monday, the Rockets improved to 20-9 this season. Houston, favored by 6 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 215 points fell short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>A 14-0 run helped the Rockets take control early, as they held Charlotte to just 31 points in the first half. Though the Hornets outscored Houston 70-52 in the second half, the Rockets’ big lead allowed them to coast to victory.</p><p>Jabari Smith Jr. led the Rockets with 21 points and 11 rebounds in their win over the Hornets, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40% efficiency. Fred VanVleet added 20 points, 6 assists, and 3 made threes, also shooting 50% overall. Amen Thompson contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 50% of his shots.</p> <p>As a team, the Rockets shot 43.4% from the field and made 13 threes at a 31% clip. VanVleet scored 12 of his 20 points in the opening quarter, while Smith and Thompson each added 8 points in the 3rd. Cam Whitmore also scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, finishing with 17 points in the game.</p><p>The Rockets’ defense was dominant in the 1st half, giving up just 15 points in the 1st quarter and 16 in the 2nd, helping them to a win despite a rough 2nd half. Overall, they held the Hornets to 101 points on 41% shooting.</p> <p>Houston did a great job defending the three, allowing just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Hornets to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Rockets finished with 39 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and added 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Pelicans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>New Orleans dropped to 5-25 on the season after a 132-129 loss to the Nuggets on Sunday. The Pelicans were +8.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 261 exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 29.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans led 93-81 going into the 4th quarter after winning each of the first three quarters (29-28, 38-31, 26-22), but the Nuggets outscored them 38-26 in the final period to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 132-129 loss to the Nuggets, the Pelicans shot 46.3% from the field and made 12 threes at a 30% clip. Jordan Hawkins led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 threes at 38.5%, while CJ McCollum added 24 points and 9 assists, connecting on 4 threes at 40%.</p> <p>Yves Missi contributed 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Hawkins scored 8 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, while McCollum added 9 in the 2nd and 6 more in the 4th, plus 2 in overtime.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive showing in the 3rd quarter, the Pelicans couldn’t contain the Nuggets in the 4th, giving up 38 points in a 132-129 loss. Overall, New Orleans allowed Denver to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Pelicans did well in limiting the Nuggets’ three-point shooting, holding them to 30% from beyond the arc with just 10 made threes. New Orleans also came up with 16 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p>

Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Bison and Orange game? Catch the action at JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, NY, as the Orange hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on CW. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Syracuse is favored by -12.5 at home against Bucknell.</p><h3>BUCKNELL BISON VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at JMA Wireless Dome at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bison Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Bucknell Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bucknell fell to 4-8 on the season after an 86-65 loss to Gonzaga on Saturday. The Bison, who were +34 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 151, just under the O/U line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Bucknell trailed 38-27 at halftime and allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>In their recent game, Bucknell's offense put up 65 points, shooting 40.7% from the field. They connected on 10 of 31 three-point attempts, hitting 32.3% from deep, while their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%. At the free-throw line, the Bison made 7 of 10 attempts, shooting 70%.</p> <p>Graham Ike was a standout performer, scoring 25 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in just 20 minutes, shooting 73.3% from the field. Noah Williamson added 16 points, and Ben Gregg contributed 15, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc. Josh Bascoe and Nolan Hickman each scored 14 points, with Hickman making 4 of 8 threes.</p><p>Despite sending their opponent to the line just 9 times, Bucknell gave up 86 points, allowing 47% shooting from the field. The Bison struggled to contain the two-point attack, with their opponent hitting 61% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bucknell's defense allowed 12 threes on 35 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Orange Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-6 on the season after a tough 87-60 home loss to Maryland on Saturday. The Orange entered the game as +14 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 147, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>After trailing 43-17 at halftime, Syracuse managed to score 43 points in the 2nd half but still allowed 44 points to Maryland, unable to close the gap.</p><p>Syracuse's offense managed just 60 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field. They hit 50% from three, going 8-for-16, and made both of their free throws. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they grabbed 6 offensive rebounds, dishing out 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, hitting 6-of-9 from three and shooting 72.7% overall. Ja'Kobi Gillespie added 17 points and 11 assists, shooting 60% from deep. Elijah Moore also contributed, shooting 63.6% from the field and 66.7% from three.</p><p>Syracuse's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 43% from the field. The Orange did manage to hold their opponent to 40% shooting on two-point attempts, with 17 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse allowed 8 threes on 16 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line just twice, where they converted both attempts. Syracuse gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bucknell Bison vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Bluejays and Hoyas are set to face off at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The Hoyas will host the game at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Creighton is favored by -3.5 in this Big East conference contest against Georgetown. The game's over/under currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS VS GEORGETOWN HOYAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgetown Hoyas +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGETOWN HOYAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hoyas.</li><li>Not only will Georgetown pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bluejays Win on the Road?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-4 after an 83-75 loss to Alabama on Saturday. The Bluejays were +11.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 37-31 at halftime, Creighton scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 46. The combined points of 158 fell short of the 163 O/U line.</p><p>Creighton put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%. They connected on 57.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.6% of their threes (8/27). At the free-throw line, the Bluejays were efficient, making 81.2% of their attempts (13/16).</p> <p>Mark Sears led the way with 27 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 57.1% from three (4/7). Steven Ashworth added 20 points and 9 assists, despite shooting just 25% from deep (2/8). Ryan Kalkbrenner contributed 18 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, while Jackson McAndrew knocked down 5 threes at a 62.5% clip, finishing with 16 points in 19 minutes.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 42% from the field. The Bluejays had a tough time defending inside, where they allowed 60% shooting on two-point attempts (24/40).</p> <p>However, Creighton did a better job on the perimeter, holding the other team to just 20% shooting from three-point range (6/30). They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 17 attempts (77%). The Bluejays gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Georgetown Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Georgetown Hoyas Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Georgetown improved to 8-2 on the season with a 75-71 road win over Syracuse on Saturday. The Hoyas entered the game as slight favorites at -1 and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Georgetown trailed 37-37 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 34 points while scoring 38 of their own. The total points for the game came in under the O/U line of 152, with the teams combining for 146 points.</p><p>Georgetown put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.3%, with a strong 62.5% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 6 of 25 attempts (24%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from deep. Eddie Lampkin added 18 points on 66.7% shooting, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Georgetown's defense gave up 71 points on 42% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 23 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 of 38 shots to fall, a 50% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgetown held their opponent to just 4 makes on 16 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 21 for 72%. The Hoyas gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Creighton Bluejays vs Georgetown Hoyas NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic will host the Miami Heat in an Eastern Southeast division matchup. The Magic are currently favored by 1.5 points and have won two straight games. The Heat (+101) are 14-13 on the season and sit 6th in the Eastern Conference. The over/under line is set at 207.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando. The Magic (-120) are 19-12 overall and are 4th in the East. Miami is 2nd in the Southeast division.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 128-77 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Miami Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Miami moved above .500 for the season with a 110-95 win over the Nets on Monday, improving to 14-13. The Heat were favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 205 points fell short of the 210.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Miami jumped out to a 39-28 lead after the 1st quarter, but Brooklyn responded by taking the 2nd quarter 29-19. The Heat regained control by winning the 3rd quarter 25-21 and pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the Nets 27-17 to seal the win.</p><p>The Heat shot 49.3% from the field and connected on 17 threes at a 41.5% clip in their win over the Nets. Bam Adebayo led the way with 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p> <p>Nikola Jovic added 18 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency. Tyler Herro and Duncan Robinson each contributed 17 points, with Herro also grabbing 12 rebounds and dishing out 9 assists.</p><p>The Heat's defense shined in their win over the Nets, holding them to just 95 points on 39% shooting. Miami tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing only 17 points to secure the victory.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nets hit 13 threes at a 38% clip. The Heat sent Brooklyn to the line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws. Miami also recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Magic Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Magic improved to 19-12 on the season with a 108-104 win over the Celtics on Monday. Orlando, who were +10 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total score of 212 points fell just under the 214.5-point line.</p> <p>Orlando rallied after a slow start, where they trailed 58-43 at halftime. They turned things around with a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring Boston 36-21, and went into the 4th tied at 79. The Magic then edged out the Celtics 29-25 in the final quarter to secure the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Magic shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 13 threes at a 39.4% clip. Tristan da Silva led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 threes at 50%, while Trevelin Queen added 17 points and 3 threes, shooting 75% from deep.</p> <p>Jalen Suggs contributed 16 points, including 9 in the 3rd quarter. Queen also had a big 3rd, scoring 10 points in the period.</p><p>Despite a shaky start, the Magic tightened up defensively after the 1st quarter, allowing just 26 points in the 2nd and 21 in the 3rd to help secure a win over the Celtics. Orlando held Boston to 104 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>The Magic were particularly effective in defending the three, limiting the Celtics to 8 made threes on 24% shooting. Orlando also recorded 11 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

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.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (-131) will host the Utah Jazz (+111) in a Northwest Division matchup. The Trail Blazers are favored by 1.5 points and the over/under line is set at 228.5.</p>

<p>Portland (9-20) has lost two straight and is 13th in the Western Conference. Utah (7-21) is 14th in the West and 5th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-137 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jazz Grab a Win in Portland?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-21 on the season after a 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Utah entered the game as +14 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 237.5 exceeded the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>Utah stayed competitive throughout, trailing 29-27 after the 1st quarter and 31-29 after the 2nd. Cleveland pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 39-32, and both teams scored 25 points in the 4th.</p><p>In their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers, the Jazz connected on 19 threes, shooting 43.2% from beyond the arc. However, their overall field goal percentage was just 41.3%.</p> <p>Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 27 points, while Lauri Markkanen added 26, hitting 6 threes. Collin Sexton contributed 24 points, scoring 8 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Jazz struggled defensively in the 3rd quarter, giving up 39 points, which contributed to their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers. Overall, Utah allowed Cleveland to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. The Jazz sent Cleveland to the line 23 times, where they made 18 free throws. Utah finished with 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Portland fell to 9-20 on the season after a 132-108 road loss to the Mavericks on Monday. The Blazers entered the game as +13 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 240 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5 by 9.5 points.</p> <p>Portland started strong, leading 31-28 after the 1st quarter, but were outscored 34-22 in the 2nd and 40-23 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter down 102-76 and edged Dallas 32-30 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-108 loss to the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 27.6% clip. Overall, they shot 46.2% from the field.</p> <p>Deni Avdija led the Blazers with 19 points, while Deandre Ayton added 16, 10 of which came in the 2nd quarter. Jabari Walker scored all 13 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Trail Blazers struggled defensively against the Mavericks, giving up 132 points on 53% shooting. Portland allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, 34 in the 2nd, and 40 in the 3rd before holding Dallas to 30 points in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 12 threes at a 33% clip. Dallas also went to the line 34 times, making 24 free throws. Portland gave up 13 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 1 block.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd, the Virginia Tech Hokies and Duke Blue Devils will face off at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham. The Hokies are on the road for this one, and the game will be broadcast on ACCN. Virginia Tech is favored by -3 points, with the over/under line set at 47.5 points. The Hokies come in with a 5-5 record, while the Blue Devils have been solid this season at 7-3.</p><h3>VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES VS DUKE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duke Blue Devils +3</p><p>This game will be played at Wallace Wade Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUKE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Duke Blue Devils winning this one by a score of 24 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Duke Blue Devils winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Virginia Tech Hokies Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Virginia Tech enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, but they have an 89.7% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. They are 3-2 at home and 2-1 on the road this season. The Hokies have been favored in six of their ten games, going 5-1 as the favorite. They hold a +6.6 average scoring margin this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Virginia Tech is 5-3, with a perfect 3-0 record on the road and a 2-3 mark at home. As the favorite, they are 4-2 ATS. The Hokies’ over/under record is 4-4, with their games averaging 51.6 points. The average over/under line this season is 50.6 points, and this week’s line is set at 47.5 points.</p> <p></p><p>Virginia Tech ranks 33rd in our power rankings, but they have a 0.0% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast. However, they are 19th in the nation in terms of odds to win the national championship.</p><p>Virginia Tech’s offense is averaging 29.1 points per game heading into week 13, placing them 46th in the nation. They are ranked 64th in our offensive power rankings. The Hokies have relied on their run game, averaging 186 rushing yards per game on 36.3 attempts.</p> <p>Bhayshul Tuten leads the ground attack with 950 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and an average of 6 yards per carry. Quarterback Kyron Drones has thrown for 1,562 yards with 10 touchdowns and 6 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 85.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense is ranked 38th nationally, allowing 22.5 points per game this season. In their recent game against Clemson, they gave up 24 points, including 288 passing yards and two touchdowns. They also held Clemson to just 58 rushing yards.</p><p></p><p>On average, Virginia Tech’s defense has allowed 160.6 rushing yards per game and 206.1 passing yards. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 56% of their passes, with a passer rating of 83.3 against the Hokies.</p><h3>Will The Duke Blue Devils Win At Home Over The Virginia Tech Hokies?</h3><p>Duke enters Week 13 with a 7-3 record, but they have no chance of winning the Atlantic Coast, according to projections. However, they are 100% likely to be bowl-eligible. The Blue Devils are 3-0 at home this season and rank 58th in our CFB power rankings.</p> <p></p><p>Duke’s average scoring margin is +4.7 points per game, and they have a 4-2-1 record against the spread. They’ve been favored in three games this season, going 2-1 ATS as the favorite and 2-1-1 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 2-5, with their games averaging 48.9 points. This week’s line is set at 47.5 points, compared to their average over/under line of 49.3 points.</p><p>Duke’s offense is averaging 26.8 points per game heading into week 13, placing them 59th in the nation. They are ranked 88th in our offensive power rankings. The Blue Devils have focused on their passing game, ranking 24th in passing attempts per game, with 35.3 attempts, and 33rd in completions, averaging 21.2 per game. They are 54th in passing yards, with 237.3 yards per game, and their third-down conversion rate is just 28.9%, ranking 120th nationally.</p> <p></p><p>Maalik Murphy leads Duke’s passing attack with 2,366 yards and 22 touchdowns, though he has thrown eight interceptions. His passer rating is 91. Star Thomas leads the rushing game with 742 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Jordan Moore has 632 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 42 catches.</p><p>Duke's defense has been solid this season, ranking 36th nationally by allowing just 22.1 points per game. They’ve given up 191.7 passing yards per game, which ranks 47th, and 149.9 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 71.4 against Duke, completing 56% of their throws.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against NC State, Duke’s defense allowed 19 points but held the Wolfpack to just 84 rushing yards on 29 attempts. NC State threw the ball 39 times, completing 16 passes for 184 yards, while Duke’s defense also came up with an interception.</p>

Virginia Tech Hokies vs Duke Blue Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>At 4:10 PM ET, the Diamondbacks and Mets square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Citi Field in New York, and the Mets are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -134 compared to the Diamondbacks at +112. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Sean Manaea will be starting for the Mets, and the Diamondbacks are going with Slade Cecconi. New York is 24-33, while Arizona is 25-32. The Mets have won five straight, while the Diamondbacks are 4th in the NL West. In the NL East.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Mets Moneyline -134</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 4:10 ET on Saturday, June 1st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DIAMONDBACKS VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York picked up a 10-9 win over the Diamondbacks in the most recent game of this series. The Mets had a four-run 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up six in the 8th. As for the Diamondbacks, they scored three runs in the 1st and added four in the 9th.</p>

<p>Luis Severino got the win for the Mets, going just 5 1/3 innings while giving up four runs and striking out four. Jordan Montgomery struggled on the mound for the Diamondbacks, giving up six runs in four innings of work.</p>

<p>J.D. Martinez, Mark Vientos, and Starling Marte each homered for the Mets, while Eugenio Suarez and Christian Walker went deep for the Diamondbacks. Martinez, Vientos, and Francisco Lindor each had two RBIs for New York's offense.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Arizona will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak today, with their record at 25-32. The Diamondbacks have dropped the first two games of this series vs. the Mets and are 10 games behind the Dodgers in the NL West. So far, they are 11-9 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Diamondbacks are 13-15 this year and 12-17 on the road. As the underdog, Arizona is 12-19 this year and 9-13 as the road underdog. Arizona's overall series record is 6-11-1, and they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>When the Diamondbacks are on the road, they have a run line record of 15-14, and their average run margin is +0.5 runs per game. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 17-14, compared to just 8-18 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is +4.4 runs per game, while in losing games, it is -3.6 runs per game.</p><p>The Diamondbacks are on the road against the Mets today, and the over/under line is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Diamondbacks games this season is 9.2 runs, and their over/under record is 24-31. The average over/under line for their games is 9 runs, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8 runs is 3-2-1. The majority of their games this season have had over/under lines set above 8 runs, with 70.2% of their games having lines set higher than 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Slade Cecconi gets the start for the Diamondbacks today as he faces the Mets on the road. He has made five starts this year and has a record of 1-4 with a 6.12 ERA. Opponents have hit .210 off Cecconi this year, and his WHIP is currently 1.05. The last time he took the mound was on May 20th out of the bullpen, where he took the loss, giving up six earned runs in five innings of work. Before that outing, he had given up at least one homer in three straight starts.</p><p>Arizona's offense has been one of the better units in the league this season, averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 8th in the MLB. They have also been a very consistent team, as their home and road scoring numbers are nearly identical. The Diamondbacks have been a tough team to strike out this season, as they have the 8th fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Christian Walker and Ketel Marte have been the team's top power threats this season, with Walker's 11 homers leading the team and Marte's 10 long balls coming in as the 2nd most on the team. Walker has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 5/19 in his last five games with a home run.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets have won two straight games and are 24-33 overall this season. In the NL East, they trail the Phillies by 15.5 games, and they are 4th in the division. So far, they are just 5-8 in divisional games. New York has won two straight games at home, and their home record is 13-19 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets have been the favorite in 21 games, and they are 10-11 in those games. As the underdog, New York is 11-18 this season. The Mets' overall series record is 6-11-2, and they have dropped four straight series.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Mets have been a better play on the road (14-11) than at home (10-22) this season. They have been a better play as the underdog (15-14) than as the favorite (9-19). Their average run differential in winning games is +2.8, and in losing games, it's -3.1.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 8 runs is right in line with the average line for Mets games this season. Their games have averaged 9.0 runs per game, and their over/under record is 29-27. When the line has been set at 8 runs, they have gone 4-4. In total, 38.6% of their games have had higher lines than 8 runs, while 47.4% have had lower lines.</p><p>Left-hander Sean Manaea gets the start for the Mets today as he faces the Diamondbacks at home. He has made 10 starts this year and has a record of 3-1 with an ERA of 3.16. Manaea's WHIP for the season is 1.29. Looking at his overall numbers, Manaea has issued 3.86 walks per nine innings compared to 8.24 strikeouts. Manaea has made three quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he gave up two earned runs in five innings of work. He finished with a no-decision in that outing.</p><p>Francisco Lindor has been struggling for the Mets this season, batting just .229, but he has been hot of late, going 11/29 in his last seven games with two homers. Lindor also comes into the game on a 10-game hitting streak. Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo are tied for the team lead in RBIs, with 29, with Alonso leading the Mets with 12 homers. Nimmo is batting just .214 for the season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 20th in the league. They have been better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per contest. Overall, the Mets are 11th in home runs and have a team batting average of .235.</p>

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