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<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 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 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Marcus Semien and the streaking Oakland Athletics are seeking their fifth straight victory when they play host to the Texas Rangers at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. NBC Sports - California will showcase the matchup and the opening pitch is scheduled for 4:07 p.m. ET.
<h2>Texas Rangers vs. Oakland Athletics Odds</h2>
Oakland (getting -175 odds) is a sizable favorite over Texas and Vegas has set the Over/Under for this day game at 9 runs. Odds for playing the game's total stand at -115 for the over and -105 for the under. There's a runline of Rangers +1.5 (-135) and Athletics -1.5 (+115) for this matchup.

The Athletics are 94-61 straight up (SU) and 87-67 against the spread (ATS). The team has gained 26.4 units for moneyline bettors and 18.0 units ATS. Oakland has covered the spread four times in its last seven games and the total has gone under in four of those seven. The Rangers are 74-81 SU and have gone 83-71 against the spread. They've accumulated 5.8 units for bettors taking the moneyline and 2.7 units ATS. Texas has covered the spread just twice over its last seven games and the total has gone under in five of those seven.

Oakland games have an over/under record of 70-79-5 in 2019. The Rangers have also been a good under bet with a total record of 68-83-3.

Right-hander Lance Lynn is the probable starter for the visiting Rangers. Lynn is 14-11 with a 3.77 ERA and 224 strikeouts. He's 1-1 with 19 strikeouts and a 6.46 ERA against Oakland this year (three starts).

The Athletics are putting the ball in the hands of righty Tanner Roark (10-8, 4.12 ERA), who's got 152 strikeouts and 48 walks as well as a 1.37 WHIP. Roark is 0-1 with five strikeouts and a 2.57 ERA in one start against Texas this year.

As a unit, Oakland’s pitching staff has yielded 4.3 runs per game overall in 2019. Its starters have an ERA of 4.03, a WHIP of 1.24 and a strikeouts-per-nine of 7.1. The bullpen has a 3.97 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 9.3 K/9. In 69 divisional games, Athletics starters have an ERA of 5.06 and the bullpen's ERA is 3.95.

Oakland’s hitters are putting up 5.3 runs per outing, including 5.6 per game against divisional foes and 5.6 per game over their last five. The team has hit .241/.352/.418 over its last five matchups and is 4-1 SU during that span.

Shortstop Marcus Semien and third baseman Matt Chapman have led the Athletics' batters this year. Semien is hitting .286/.369/.523 with 32 home runs, 90 RBIs and 119 runs scored, and Chapman is hitting .246 with 34 homers, 87 RBIs and 98 runs scored.

For the visitors, Texas' pitchers have allowed 5.3 runs per game and its starters own a 5.33 ERA, 1.47 WHIP and 8.31 K/9. The bullpen has an ERA of 4.64, along with a WHIP of 1.47.

The Rangers offense has slashed .246/.319/.427 on its way to 4.9 runs scored per game this season, including 5.0 runs per game against divisional foes and 1.4 per game over the team's last five outings (0-5 SU).

Elvis Andrus and Shin-soo Choo have paced Texas' offense. The speedy Andrus is hitting .271/.308/.387 with 11 home runs, 68 RBIs, 74 runs and 28 stolen bases, while Choo (.264/.366/.446) has produced 22 homers, 57 RBIs and 85 runs scored.

The Rangers have gained 5.0 units and are 54-45 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher this season. The over has hit in 43 of those games, compared to 55 that've hit the under in such games. On the other hand, the Athletics have netted 5.9 units and are 58-52 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher. The over's hit in 50 of those games, as opposed to 57 which went under the total.
<h3>Texas Rangers vs. Oakland Athletics Free Pick</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Athletics, ATS Winner – Rangers, O/U – OVER
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The under has hit in five of Texas' last seven games.

The Rangers have hit 12 home runs in their last 10 games. The Athletics have hit 20 over their last 10.

The Rangers have a team OPS of .745 this season and an OPS of .757 against right-handed pitchers. The Athletics' OPS sits at .782 overall and .773 against righties.

Texas has posted 18.7 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 contests and 12.6 over its last five.

The Athletics have won 10 of their last 11 games SU.

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Texas Rangers at Oakland Athletics Betting Pick 09/22/19

The start of the NFL season is a big deal, but so is UFC 242 in Abu Dhabi. Khabib Nurmagomedov will look to defend his title against interim champion Dustin Poirier in a tremendous lightweight matchup at The Arena on Yas Island. That is one of 13 fights set for this strong pay-per-view card.

We’ll be taking a look at the fights on the slate, paying extra attention to the main card matchups. Four of those matchups come from the lightweight division, so it is a big night for champions and contenders in that division.

Be advised that this one has an early 10:15 a.m. ET start time on Saturday thanks to the time difference. The main card is expected to begin around 2 p.m. ET for those that want to watch something other than college football.

Don Madge and Fares Ziam start us off in the lightweight division on UFC Fight Pass. Madge is the -160 favorite with +140 on the takeback for Ziam. Ziam has a bit of a reach advantage and Madge has not fought since October 27, 2018. This is a step up in class for Ziam, hence the line. Madge beat Te Edwards in his UFC debut 11 months ago, while Ziam is making his UFC debut after fighting in much smaller promotions.

A couple more familiar names are next in Omari Akhmedov and Zak Cummings. The 35-year-old Cummings is having something of a career resurgence with four wins in his last five fights, including a finish over Trevon Giles last time out. Akhmedov, however, is the -120 favorite here with a 3-0-1 record in his last four fights. He returned from a long layoff to beat Tim Boetsch last time out. This fight looks too close to call, as Akhmedov probably has the higher ceiling, but Cummings has been fighting regularly.

Nordine Taleb and Muslim Salikhov are next up. Taleb has been bet into a small favorite at -120. Taleb is surely the more experienced fighter, at this level, anyway, with UFC fights dating back to 2014. Salikhov is fighting in UFC for just the third time. Taleb is the longer fighter and the better takedown artist. He’s also been stronger at landing significant strikes in UFC. He’s a good bet at a low favorite price.

Belal Muhammad is a big favorite over Takashi Sato to finish up the UFC Fight Pass portion of the card. Muhammad is -360 and appears to be the much better all around fighter. This is a money line parlay piece.

Undefeated UFC debutant Ottman Azaitar is a clear-cut favorite against Teemu Packalen at 155 pounds to improve to 12-0. Azaitar has been fighting on much smaller circuits, with his most recent stint coming in Brave. Packalen is 1-2 in three UFC fights, but we haven’t seen him since March 18, 2017 against Marc Diakiese. Azaitar is another money line parlay piece at -235.

This is a big fight for Sarah Moras. Moras, who was on TUF 18 and then TUF 19 has lost her last three fights. UFC contracts typically go in sets of three fights and she’s got five under her belt with a 1-4 record. She is an underdog to Liana Jojua, who won the Fight Nights Global title back in February 2018. She hasn’t fought since, but she is fighting here and will be fighting against a wounded animal hoping to stay alive. The -145 price on Jojua is a tad heavy under the circumstances, but Moras also isn’t up to UFC standards.

Another perfect record is on the line as Lerone Murphy takes on Zubaira Tukhugov at 145 pounds. This is the only featherweight fight on the card, as Murphy faces long odds to improve to 9-0. He is a +325 underdog, with -400 on the more experienced, more polished Tukhugov.

One more fight appears on the prelims before we get to the really good stuff. Andrea Lee is a -225 favorite against Joanne Calderwood in the only women’s fight on the card. Lee has done nothing wrong since joining UFC. She’s won all three fights after winning the LFA flyweight title in her final match there. Calderwood, meanwhile, has dropped three of her last five fights and struggled in a unanimous decision loss to Katlyn Chookagian last time out. This is a springboard type of match for Lee, as she should keep moving up in the division.

<strong>Diego Ferreira (+230) vs. Mairbek Taisumov (-270)</strong>

Round props aren’t out yet at time of writing, but we wanted to get this card up nice and early for you. This should be a pretty good opening fight. Taisumov had a string of five straight KO wins snapped last time out, but he won handily over Desmond Green. Unfortunately, that win was about a year ago and he went nearly a year between fights before that. The 31-year-old was five pounds overweight in that win over Green and tested positive for stanozolol back in April.

Ferreira has gone a little while between fights. He bested Rustam Khabilov back in February and then had a match with Francisco Trinaldo cancelled because he had issues with the weight cut. He missed weight against Khabilov. Both of these guys seem to have issues following the rules.

In any event, Taisumov may be the rustier fighter based on the lack of reps, but he’s had a better resume than Ferreira, whose career hit some snags going two years between fights after going up against guys like Dustin Poirier and Olivier Aubin-Mercier.

<strong>Pick: Mairbek Taisumov</strong>

<strong>Shamil Abdurahimov (+400) vs. Curtis Blaydes (-500)</strong>

The only non-lightweight fight on the main card is actually the polar opposite. It is a heavyweight fight between Shamil Abdurahimov and Curtis Blaydes. Blaydes is just the better all-around fighter, as the line indicates. He’s got 30 pounds and some reach on Abdurahimov. He’s the harder hitter and better takedown artist. He’s only lost twice in his career, with both losses to Francis Ngannou.

The -500 price tag could very well be a bargain. You can cut down on the juice a bit by trying Blaydes by stoppage, but he has gone to the scorecards three times in his last six fights and Abdurahimov has only lost by KO twice in his UFC career and that was in the main event rounds against Derrick Lewis and then against Timothy Johnson in his debut.

Blaydes is a money line parlay piece.

<strong>Pick: Curtis Blaydes</strong>

<strong>Davi Ramos (+285) vs. Islam Makhachev (-345)</strong>

If you just look at the records, this looks like an even fight. Unfortunately, if you dig deeper, we’ve got a big line on the favorite for a reason. Islam Makhachev is just better than Davi Ramos in all areas. The only worry here is that Ramos is an aggressive spark plug of a fighter at 5-foot-6 and he will keep coming. Makhachev lands a better percentage of significant strikes and is the better fighter on the ground.

Ramos does have three sub wins in his last four fights, but he has fought a lower caliber of opponent. Makhachev has a really high fight IQ, which will likely carry him through this fight. If he avoids any big hits from Ramos, he should cruise to victory, but we’ll see. I like to try the underdog in fights like this, but Makhachev is just better all around and Ramos will have a hard time getting inside, as the favorite stands four inches taller.

<strong>Pick: Islam Makhachev</strong>

<strong>Paul Felder (+130) vs. Edson Barboza (-150)</strong>

These are two extremely familiar names for fight fans. Paul Felder is coming off of a really solid win over James Vick in what was one of the better fights of that February card. It was a big bounce back effort for Felder, who had lost to Mike Perry by split decision at UFC 226.

Felder is a brawler. He’s a good underdog bet because he keeps going until he can’t anymore. Doctors stepped in against Francisco Trinaldo, but he has not been stopped at any other point in his career.

Thirteen of 20 wins for Edson Barboza have been by stoppage. Barboza did take Nurmagomedov the distance at UFC 219, but that fight may have taken a lot out of him, as he’s lost two of his last three fights since. The 33-year-old only made it 150 seconds against Justin Gaethje back in March. Let’s see how he bounces back here.

Barboza has the better resume of opponents, but he has struggled with the better fighters. Felder isn’t in that category. Felder fights forever, so this looks like Barboza by decision, which can help cut down that -150 juice.

<strong>Pick: Edson Barboza</strong>

<strong>Dustin Poirier (+360) vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (-450)</strong>

Dustin Poirier is the interim champion, but make no mistake who the champ is in this division. It is the overwhelming favorite Khabib Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov is 27-0 after his win over Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Up until he fought Edson Barboza at UFC 219, Khabib had some questions. He still hasn’t fought the level of opponents that Poirier has, but his talent is unquestioned.

You really do have to hand it to Poirier. He’s getting better as he ages, with wins over Anthony Pettis, Justin Gaethje, Eddie Alvarez, and then Max Holloway for the title. How will Poirier handle the pressure? How will he handle Khabib’s tremendous wrestling? If Poirier can keep the fight upright, he very much has a chance, but it is hard to keep defending takedown after takedown from Khabib.

Eventually, Khabib should wear Poirier down, but it wouldn’t be a total stunner if Poirier caught him early in the fight. Khabib hasn’t fought many guys with this kind of striking power and Poirier does have a modest reach advantage.

The favorite should win, but Poirier may be a more alive dog than people think.

<strong>Pick: Khabib Nurmagomedov</strong>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Neville Arena in Auburn, AL. The over/under for this game is set at 154 points, and Auburn is favored by -39.5 against Georgia State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS VS AUBURN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia State Panthers +39.5</p><p>This game will be played at Neville Arena at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Auburn winning straight-up, we like Georgia State at +39.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Panthers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Georgia State’s season continues to be a struggle as they fell to 3-6 after a 77-63 loss to Charlotte on Saturday. The Panthers were -1.5 favorites at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 140 fell just short of the O/U line of 144.</p> <p>Georgia State trailed 32-25 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring 38. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense to get back on track.</p><p>Georgia State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 11.1% from three-point range, hitting only 2 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.2%, but they did manage to grab 15 offensive rebounds and hit 21 of 29 free throws (72.4%).</p> <p>Zarique Nutter and Robert Braswell IV both scored 19 points, with Nutter shooting 70% and Braswell hitting 55.6% from the field. Nik Graves added 15 points, shooting 71.4%, while Toneari Lane struggled, hitting just 5 of 19 shots and 2 of 13 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Georgia State's strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, they still allowed 77 points. The Panthers gave up 18 two-point field goals on 40 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>Georgia State was effective in limiting damage from beyond the arc, as their opponent shot just 2/18 from three-point range, an 11% success rate. However, the Panthers sent their opponent to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 21 attempts, shooting 72%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Tigers?</h3><p>Auburn improved to 9-1 on the season with a dominant 91-53 win over Ohio State on Saturday. The Tigers, who were -12.5 favorites at home, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 144, falling short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Auburn took control early, leading 49-21 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Buckeyes 42-32.</p><p>Auburn put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field and hitting 43.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 13 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.6%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 12 of 14 for 85.7%.</p> <p>Johni Broome was a force, recording 21 points and 20 rebounds, along with 6 assists. Denver Jones added 14 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes, while Jahki Howard went 2 for 2 from deep, scoring 11 points in just 12 minutes.</p><p>Even with Auburn giving up 53 points, their defense allowed the opponent to shoot 45% from the field, including 47% on two-pointers with 20 makes on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Auburn's defense allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 14 times, where they hit 12 free throws, an 85% clip.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Spartans versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on None. The game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. Norfolk State is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Alabama State. The over/under for the game is set at 149.5 points.</p><h3>NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS VS ALABAMA STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alabama State Hornets +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena at 5:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALABAMA STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Alabama State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Spartans Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><h3>Norfolk State Spartans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Norfolk State fell to 4-6 on the season after a 71-62 road loss to Northern Kentucky on Sunday. The Spartans entered the game as +4 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>Norfolk State trailed 41-38 at halftime and struggled offensively in the 2nd half, scoring only 24 points while allowing 30.</p><p>In their last game, Norfolk State managed just 62 points, shooting 37.9% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 14-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Josh Dilling led the way with 22 points, shooting 63.6% overall. Sam Vinson added 21 points on 80% shooting, while also contributing 5 assists. The Spartans had 13 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Norfolk State gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 59% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent hit 7 of 22 threes, shooting 31%. Norfolk State also sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 18 free throws for 75%. The Spartans gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Alabama State Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Alabama State improved to 3-6 on the season with a 103-93 win over UT Martin on Wednesday. The Hornets were favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 196 went well over the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Alabama State jumped out to a 48-30 lead at halftime but allowed 58 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. Despite the defensive lapse, they held on for the win.</p><p>Alabama State's offense exploded for 103 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 17 of 36 threes at a 47.2% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.1%, and they dished out 19 assists as a team.</p> <p>Tarence Guinyard led the way with 31 points, while Matija Zuzic added 21 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 5 threes. Micah Simpson also connected on 6 threes, finishing with 20 points, and CJ Hines contributed 17 points and 11 assists.</p><p>Alabama State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 93 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 36 made field goals on 72 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 47%, hitting 17 of 36 threes. Alabama State also sent them to the line 22 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

Norfolk State Spartans vs Alabama State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 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 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</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>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

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<p>On Saturday, September 21st, the Texas Tech Red Raiders will host the Arizona State Sun Devils at Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock. Kick-off is set for 3:30 ET, with the game being broadcast on FS1. The over/under line is currently at 59.5 points. The Sun Devils are 3-0 coming into this one, while the Red Raiders are 2-1. Texas Tech is -3 point favorites at home.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona State Sun Devils +3</p><p>This game will be played at Jones AT&T Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Arizona State Sun Devils winning this one by a score of 36 to 30</li><li>Not only do we have the Arizona State Sun Devils winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 59.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Arizona State Sun Devils Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Arizona State is now 3-0 after pulling off a road upset against Texas State. The Sun Devils, who were +3 point underdogs, not only won the game but also covered the spread. Heading into the matchup, Arizona State was undefeated, and they are now 3-0. The over/under line for the game was 58.5 points, but the teams combined for 59 points, surpassing the total.</p><p></p><p>After a 7-7 tie in the first quarter, both teams scored 14 points each in the second quarter. Arizona State and Texas State each added 7 points in the third quarter, and the Sun Devils outscored Texas State 3-0 in the fourth quarter to come out on top.</p><p>Sam Leavitt led Arizona State to a 31-28 win, throwing for 246 yards and one touchdown while completing 63.3% of his passes. Jordyn Tyson was his top target, catching six passes for 120 yards and a score.</p> 
<p>The Sun Devils' offense totaled 363 yards, with 117 yards coming on the ground. Cam Skattebo led the rushing attack with 62 yards on 24 carries and two rushing touchdowns.</p><p>Arizona State's defense will be looking to tighten up after allowing 402 total yards in their most recent game. The Sun Devils gave up 268 passing yards and four touchdowns through the air, while also struggling to contain the run, allowing 134 yards on the ground. Despite forcing one interception, Arizona State's defense will need to improve to help the team moving forward.</p><h3>Will The Texas Tech Red Raiders Win At Home Over The Arizona State Sun Devils?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 2-1 after a dominant 66-21 win over North Texas. The Red Raiders, favored by -10.5, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s combined score of 87 points surpassed the over/under line of 70.5 points.</p> <p></p><p>After trailing 17-7 in the first quarter, Texas Tech exploded for 35 unanswered points in the second quarter, putting them up 52-7 at halftime. The Red Raiders and North Texas each scored 7 points in the third quarter, and Texas Tech maintained their lead to the end.</p><p>Quarterback Behren Morton was nearly flawless in Texas Tech's 66-21 victory, throwing for 273 yards and four touchdowns while completing 78.9% of his passes. The Red Raiders' offense was explosive, racking up 586 total yards and 25 first downs. The ground game was particularly strong, with 232 rushing yards and four touchdowns, matching the four scores through the air.</p> 
<p>Tahj Brooks led the rushing attack with 109 yards on 17 carries, while Coy Eakin was the top receiver, catching one pass for 70 yards and a touchdown.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense was opportunistic in their last game, coming up with three interceptions while holding North Texas to 353 total yards. The Red Raiders' defense was particularly effective against the run, limiting North Texas to 135 rushing yards on 34 attempts. However, they did give up 218 passing yards and two touchdowns through the air.</p>

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