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<p>Betting on today's Blackhawks and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Capitals picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Blackhawks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p><p>On the season, Chicago has struggled mightily, posting a record of 16-42-5, which places them 16th in the Western Conference and 8th in the Central Division. The Blackhawks have been underdogs in 61 of their 63 games and have gone 15-41-5 in those contests. Over their last ten games, Chicago has gone just 2-8.</p>

<p>On the road, the Blackhawks have been even worse, going just 5-25-1 this season. In games away from home, Chicago has been outscored by an average of 1.72 goals per game. Over their last five games, the Blackhawks have gone 1-4.</p></p><p>Chicago enters the game with a puck line record of 28-35 and an average scoring margin of -1.5 goals per game. Their puck line record as the underdog is 28-33, and they have lost 34 games by multiple goals.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Blackhawks have been the underdog in all 61 games, and their average scoring margin on the road is -2.2 goals per contest. Overall, their puck line record on the road is just 10-21.</p> <p>This season, Chicago's games are averaging 5.6 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.1. The Blackhawks currently have an over/under record of 24-37-2.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Blackhawks offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. Chicago posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Blackhawks come in averaging 2 goals per game this season, which is 32nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 30th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Blackhawks offense is 29th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 27th in the NHL.</p><p>Chicago's current leading scorer is Jason Dickinson. This season, he has 18 goals, which puts him 98th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 12 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals are currently 19th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.4 shots per game against Washington. They also are 5th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Petr Mrazek comes into the game having made 41 starts this season. So far, his record is 13-24 and he has a save percentage of 0.944%.</p><h3>Will the Capitals Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At 67 points, the Capitals are in 10th place in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Metropolitan Division. Their record of 29-23-9 includes a mark of 19-17 against other Eastern Conference teams and a record of 14-8 against divisional opponents. Over their last ten games, Washington has gone 6-4.</p>

<p>Playing at home this season, the Capitals have gone 16-10-5. As the favorite, Washington has gone 12-3-2 this season and has been favored in 17 of their 61 games. Against teams from the Western Conference, the Capitals have gone 7-5 this season.</p></p><p>Washington comes into this one with a puck line record of 29-32 and their average scoring margin sits at -0.4 goals per game. So far, they have had 15 wins by multiple goals and have lost 21 games by more than one goal.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Capitals have gone 15-16 against the puck line, and their average scoring differential is at -0.2 goals per game. In their last ten games at home, the team has gone 7-3 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>The average goal total for Washington's games is sitting at 5.9. The average over/under line for the season is 6.1. The Capitals come in with an over/under record of 28-30-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Blackhawks have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Capitals have an average of 2.7 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 30th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 31st in the league. This season, the Capitals have a 9-6 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 20-17 record.</p><p>Washington will be looking for a good game from Dylan Strome who leads the team in scoring with 22 goals, ranking 54th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Strome has 28 assists this season.</p><p>The Capitals defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.4 shots per game against Washington. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 5th with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Darcy Kuemper gets the start and has made 27 starts this season. His record at this point is 13-12, and his save percentage is 0.685%.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Lumberjacks and Vaqueros game? Catch the action at UTRGV Fieldhouse in Edinburg, TX, as the Vaqueros hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Texas-Rio Grande Valley being favored by -7 at home against Stephen F. Austin.</p><h3>STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS VS TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks +7</p><p>This game will be played at UTRGV Fieldhouse at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Vaqueros.</li><li>Even though we have Texas-Rio Grande Valley winning straight-up, we like Stephen F. Austin at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Lumberjacks Have What it Takes in Edinburg?</h3><h3>Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stephen F. Austin moved to 3-3 on the season after a 68-60 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Friday. The Lumberjacks, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread.</p> 

<p>They led 30-27 at halftime and outscored the Warhawks 38-33 in the second half. The total points for the game ended at 128, just under the O/U line of 129.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin put up 68 points on 47.3% shooting from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 24 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they shot 61.5%, going 8 for 13.</p> <p>Kyle Hayman led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 of 9 from three-point range and shooting 52.6% overall. Jalen Bolden added 15 points, though he missed all 4 of his three-point attempts, and Tyreese Watson contributed 14 points. Makai Willis chipped in 13 points, making his only three-point attempt and shooting 50% from the field.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin's defense held their opponent to 60 points, even though they allowed them to shoot 43% from the field (22/51). Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where the opponent hit 52% of their two-point attempts (20/38).</p> <p>The Lumberjacks were effective in limiting three-point damage, as the opponent managed just 2/13 from deep, shooting 15%. From the free-throw line, the opponent went 14/18, hitting 77%. Stephen F. Austin also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Vaqueros Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Vaqueros improved to 3-3 on the season with a 97-77 win over Le Moyne on Monday. Playing at home, they entered the game as 14-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>UTRGV led 41-31 at halftime and put up 56 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. Their offensive surge after the break helped them pull away and secure the win.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley put up 97 points in their latest game, shooting 47.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts, while going 13-for-40 from beyond the arc, good for 32.5%. At the free-throw line, the Vaqueros were nearly perfect, connecting on 88.9% of their attempts (16-for-18).</p> <p>DK Thorn led the way with 24 points and 4 assists, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range. Howie Fleming Jr. added 18 points, shooting 60% from the field, and Cliff Davis contributed 17 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. Dwayne Koroma was efficient inside, shooting 63.6% and grabbing 8 rebounds, while also dishing out 5 assists.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley gave up 77 points, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, allowing 65% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Vaqueros' defense allowed 13 threes on 40 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they converted 88% of their free throws.</p>

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/5/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lions and Knights. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Knights at Freedom Hall in Louisville, KY. Get ready to place your bets! North Alabama is favored by -3 in this Atlantic Sun conference contest against Bellarmine. The game's over/under currently sits at 142 points.</p><h3>NORTH ALABAMA LIONS VS BELLARMINE KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Alabama Lions -3</p><p>This game will be played at Freedom Hall at 4:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH ALABAMA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-70 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will North Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Alabama Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>North Alabama is favored by 3 points in tonight's game against Bellarmine. The Lions have an overall record of 13-15, and they have lost their last two games. So far, they are 7-7 in Atlantic Sun Conference games and 6-8 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, North Alabama is just 3-11, and their average scoring margin is -6.6 points per game. Over their last ten road games, they have gone 3-7, and their record as the favorite this season is 8-5.</p><p>North Alabama has been .500 against the spread this season with a 13-13 record. On the road, the Lions have gone 7-7 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, North Alabama has a 4-6 ATS mark.</p><p>North Alabama's over/under record for the season sits at 13-12-1, and today's line of 142 is lower than the average OU line in their games (148.7). Over their last three games, the over/under mark is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 152 points.</p><p>The North Alabama offense is coming off a game in which they scored 72 points vs. Eastern Kentucky. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.8% while connecting on 5 threes. Leading North Alabama in scoring vs. Eastern Kentucky was Jacari Lane with his 26 points. KJ Johnson also added 11 points for the Lions.</p><p>Coming into the game, North Alabama will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 75.8 points per game (267th). So far, the North Alabama defense is giving up an average of 8.5 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.2 times per game (439th).</p><h3>Will Bellarmine Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Heading into today's game, Bellarmine has an overall record of 7-21, including a 3-10 record in Atlantic Sun Conference play. At home, the Knights are just 2-7 this season, and they are 2-17 when listed as the underdog.</p>

<p>In their last game, Bellarmine defeated Central Arkansas by a score of 68-65. Over their last 10 games at home, the Knights have gone 4-6, and over their last five games, they are 2-3.</p><p>As the underdog, Bellarmine has struggled against the spread this season, going just 5-13-1. Their ATS mark at home is just 1-8 and they are just 1-7 ATS in their last 10 home games. Overall, the Knights' ATS record for the year is 6-18-1.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Bellarmine is 12-13, and today's over/under line of 142 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (141.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 128 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>In their recent game, the Knights' offense concluded with 68 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 68.2 points per contest. For the season, the Bellarmine offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 363rd in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 42%.</p><p>At present, the Knights' defense is nationally ranked 226th, allowing 73.9 points per game. Against Central Arkansas in their most recent game, the Bellarmine defense gave up a total of 65 points while allowing Central Arkansas to hit 39% of their shots.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Rams and Buffaloes. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buffaloes at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Colorado as the -2 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>COLORADO STATE RAMS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes -2</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rams Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Colorado State improved to 5-3 on the season with a commanding 83-54 win over Loyola Marymount on Wednesday. The Rams, who were -9 favorites, not only secured the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game came in at 137, just under the O/U line of 142.</p> <p>Colorado State dominated early, leading 46-20 at halftime. They added 37 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34 points, maintaining their strong start to finish off the Lions.</p><p>Colorado State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 14 of 36 three-point attempts, shooting 38.9% from deep, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Nique Clifford led the Rams with 19 points and 17 rebounds, adding 6 assists. Kyan Evans and Jalen Lake each contributed 14 points, with Evans hitting 4 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Colorado State's defense held strong, allowing just 54 points, despite giving up a 44% shooting performance from the field. The Rams allowed 16 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 51% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colorado State's opponent hit 14 threes on 36 attempts, shooting 38%. The Rams also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 for 90%. Colorado State gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Buffaloes Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Colorado Buffaloes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Buffaloes improved to 6-2 on the season with a 75-66 win over Pacific on Monday. Despite being -14.5 favorites, Colorado didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 141 fell just under the O/U line of 144.</p> <p>After trailing 38-29 at halftime, Colorado turned things around in the second half, outscoring Pacific 46-28 to secure the win.</p><p>Colorado put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 21 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they connected on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16 for 21.</p> <p>Elias Ralph led the way with 24 points, shooting 47.4% overall. Andrej Jakimovski and Elijah Fisher each added 17 points, with Jakimovski hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip. Trevor Baskin contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, along with 7 assists.</p><p>Colorado's defense held their opponent to 66 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field with 25 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 16 two-pointers on 38 attempts, also at a 42% clip.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent hit 9 of 21 shots, shooting 42%. Colorado sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 attempts for 76%. The Buffaloes also allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 1:10 PM ET, the Twins and Guardians square off in an AL Central matchup. This one is taking place at Progressive Field in Cleveland and has the Guardians as the favorites on the money line (-114). The Twins have an overall record of 80-72, while the Guardians are 88-65.</p>

<p>Thursday's forecast in Cleveland calls for clear skies and temperatures in the mid-60s. BSN is carrying this game on TV, and the money line odds have the Twins at -104 compared to the Guardians at -114. Today's over/under line is 8.5 runs.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS CLEVELAND GUARDIANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -104</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 1:10 ET on Thursday, September 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TWINS VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Guardians 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>Cleveland picked up a 5-4 win over the Twins in the most recent game of this series. The Guardians had a two-run lead going into the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up three in the 10th. As for the Twins, they scored one run in the 1st inning and didn't score another run until putting up two in the 5th.</p>

<p>Tanner Bibee started for the Guardians and went 6 2/3 innings while giving up two earned runs and striking out five. Hunter Gaddis got the win out of the bullpen, and Ronny Henriquez took the loss for the Twins. </p>

<p>Josh Naylor was the difference for the Guardians, as he homered twice, scored three times, and finished with two RBIs. Carlos Correa did the same for the Twins, going 3/5 with two RBIs.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota is 80-72 overall and 7.5 games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. So far, they have gone 29-22 against other AL Central teams. The Twins are also 3rd in the division standings.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins have been good, going 42-33 this season. On the road, they are just under .500 at 38-39. As the favorite, the Twins are 63-42 this year, and they are 17 games below .500 as the underdog. Minnesota's overall series record is 26-17-4, and they are 1-2 in this series vs. the Guardians. Heading into today's game, the Twins have gone 4-6 over their last 10.</p><p>Minnesota is 71-81 against the run line this season, with a 39-38 mark on the road. The Twins have covered the run line in two straight road games and have an average run differential of +0.1 runs per game away from home. They have been the favorite in 105 games this season and have a run line record of 46-59 in those contests.</p><p>Minnesota is on the road today against Cleveland, and the O/U line is set at 8.5 runs. The Twins have a combined run average of 9.1 runs per game this season, and their O/U record is 77-69. When the O/U line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 24-22. So far this season, 14 of their games have had O/U lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for just 9.2% of their games. </p><p>Right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson gets the start for the Twins today as he faces the Guardians on the road. He has made 26 starts this season and has a record of 5-5 with a 4.08 ERA. Woods Richardson's WHIP for the season is currently 1.25. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up three earned runs in three innings of work. Before that, he had back-to-back starts in which he didn't give up a homer. The right-hander has allowed at least one homer in four of his last six outings.</p>
<p>Carlos Santana has been the Twins' most consistent power threat this season, as he leads the team with 22 home runs and 65 RBIs. He has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/32 in his last eight games, with two homers and five RBIs. Willi Castro and Ryan Jeffers are also near the top of the Twins' home run and RBI leaderboards, with Castro going deep 12 times and Jeffers 20.</p>

<p>As a team, the Twins are 10th in home runs and are averaging 4.7 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up an average of 4.9 runs per contest. Overall, the Twins are 7th in team batting average, hitting a combined .249.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland is 88-65 overall and leads the AL Central by six games over the Royals. The Guardians have gone 29-22 against other teams in the division. So far, they have taken two of three games from the Twins in this series, and they are 7-3 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Guardians are 47-28 this season and 41-37 on the road. As the favorite, Cleveland is 62-33, and they are 26-32 as the underdog. So far, they have an overall series record of 26-15-6.</p><p>When the Guardians win, they do so by an average of 3.3 runs per game, which has led to a run line record of 77-76. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road, where they are 41-37. As the favorite, they are 44-51 on the run line, while they are 33-25 as the underdog.</p><p>When the Cleveland Guardians play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. This season, their games have averaged 8.3 runs per game. Their overall over/under record is 67-75, and their games have had an average line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 20-20. This season, 29 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, which is 19.0% of their games. </p><p>Joey Cantillo has made six starts for the Guardians this year, and he most recently faced the Twins on September 14th. In that outing, he went five innings, picking up the win and not giving up a run. Looking back at his last three outings, Cantillo has given up a combined two earned runs. Cantillo's ERA for the season is 4.99, along with a record of 2-3. Opponents are batting .222 off the left-hander this year. Per nine innings, he is averaging 9.1 strikeouts and 2.93 walks.</p><p>So far this season, the Guardians have been a slightly above-average offensive team, averaging 4.4 runs per game. At home, they have been even better, averaging 4.7 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .238, which is 14th in the league, and their collective BABIP of .27 is the worst in the MLB. However, they have done a good job of putting the ball in play, as their 7 strikeouts per game is the 4th best mark in the league.</p>

<p>Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have been the team's top power hitters this season, as Ramirez's 35 homers is 7th in the league, and Naylor is right behind him with 31 long balls. Ramirez is also on an 11-game hitting streak. Naylor has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 6/19 with two homers over his last five games.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Blue Jackets? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. The Penguins are favored by -1.5 in this Metropolitan division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>With the Penguins being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Take the Penguins on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Penguins Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p><p>As the Penguins head into tonight's game, they find themselves in 13th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 32-30-10. Over their last ten games, Pittsburgh has gone 4-6, and they have won two straight games.</p>

<p>On the road this year, the Penguins have gone 12-17-6, and they have been favored in 43 of their 72 games. Over their last three games as the favorite, Pittsburgh has won all three.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Penguins have a puck line record of 16-19, and they have gone 1-2 vs. the puck line in their last three road games. So far, they have 22 wins by multiple goals and have an average scoring margin of -.4 goals per game away from home.</p>

<p>Overall, Pittsburgh has a puck line record of 33-39, and they have gone 2-1 vs. the puck line in their last three games. In their games as the favorite, the Penguins have a puck line record of 17-26, and their average scoring margin when favored is +.5 goals per contest.</p> <p>This season, Pittsburgh's games are averaging 5.9 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Penguins currently have an over/under record of 29-38-5.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Penguins have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Penguins are averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, putting them in the 24th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 6th in the league. The Penguins went 20-18 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 11-11.</p><p>Pittsburgh's leading goal scorer is Sidney Crosby. So far this season, he has 35 goals, placing him 16th in the NHL. Crosby also comes into the game with 43 assists.</p><p>Columbus defense takes on the Penguins ranked 1st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 33.6 shots per game against Columbus. They also are 30th in shutouts, with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Columbus, goalie Tristan Jarry has started 48 games in this season. His current record is 19-24, and his save percentage stands at 0.909%.</p><h3>Are Columbus Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p><p>At 58 points, the Blue Jackets sit in 16th place in the Eastern Conference and are 8th in the Metropolitan Division. They have an overall record of 23-38-12 and have lost four straight games. When playing at home, Columbus has gone 13-18-5.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have gone 19-36-11 this season and have lost four straight games as the underdog. Over their last ten games, Columbus has gone just 1-9. In their last five games, the Blue Jackets have gone 0-5 and have lost three straight games as the underdog.</p></p><p>Overall, the Blue Jackets have gone 41-32 against the puck line this season, including going 20-16 at home. They have a puck line mark of 38-28 as the underdog, and their average scoring margin when not favored is at -1 goal per game.</p>

<p>So far this year, Columbus has 15 wins by multiple goals compared to their 8 victories by just one goal. In their last ten games at home, the Blue Jackets have gone 7-3 against the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Columbus have an average of 6.5 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.5. In terms of their over/under performance, the Blue Jackets come in with a record of 34-35-4.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Penguins offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. Pittsburgh posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Blue Jackets have an average of 2.8 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 26th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 19th in the league. The Columbus offense is ranked 32nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 29th in the NHL.</p><p>Columbus' leading goal scorer is Boone Jenner. So far this season, he has 22 goals, placing him 86th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Jenner has 13 assists this season.</p><p>Columbus defense takes on the Penguins ranked 1st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 33.6 shots per game against Columbus. They also are 30th in shutouts, with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Elvis Merzlikins gets the start and has made 39 starts this season. His record at this point is 12-17, and his save percentage is 0.818%.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 3/30/24

<p>At 2:10 PM from Target Field in Minneapolis, we have an American League matchup between the Tigers and Twins. Heading into Sunday's game, the Tigers are 11-10 compared to the Twins at 7-12. Detroit is currently favored on the money line, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Casey Mize is starting for the Tigers, and he is facing off against Louie Varland for the Twins. You can catch this one on TV on BSDET.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -109</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 2:10 ET on Sunday, April 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Twins 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>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Twins vs Tigers series. Minnesota went into the matchup as -143 favorites and squeaked out a 4-3 win. Detroit had a chance to tie or win the game in the 9th inning but could only muster one run.</p>

<p>Bailey Ober started for the Twins and picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued a costly home run. As for the Tigers, Reese Olson got the start and took the loss, giving up two earned runs in five innings of work.</p>

<p>Austin Martin and Byron Buxton were the only two Twins hitters to have more than one hit. Martin. Detroit's top hitter was Matt Vierling, who went 2/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit's overall record currently sits just above .500, at 11-10, as they are on the road today vs. the Twins. In the AL Central, they are four games behind the Guardians and are 3rd in the division. So far, they have gone 6-3 against other teams in the division.</p>

<p>So far, Detroit has been good on the road, putting together a record of 7-3. At home, they have gone just 4-7. Detroit is coming off a series win over the Twins and, before that, were swept by the Rangers in a four-game series.</p><p>When the Tigers are on the road, they are a solid bet against the run line, going 6-4 so far this season. They have covered the run line in three straight games and are 7-4 against the run line as underdogs. Their average run differential in wins is +2.2, while their average run differential in losses is -2.8.</p><p>When the Detroit Tigers and Minnesota Twins meet, it's been a mixed bag in terms of over/under outcomes. The two teams have combined for an average of 7.7 runs per game this season, and the Tigers' over/under record is 9-11. When the over/under line has been set at 8 runs, the Tigers have gone 1-2-1 in those games. Overall, 47.6% of their games have had an over/under line set at 8 runs or lower, and 33.3% have had lines set at 8 runs or higher.</p><p>Casey Mize will be making his 4th start of the season, and it will be his 2nd road start. So far, he has a no-decision in each of his first 3 outings. Mize has gone 6 innings in each of his first two starts, allowing 2 earned runs in each outing.</p><p>For the Tigers, we have Kerry Carpenter as our top projected hitter in terms of total hits and home runs. His home run projection is 9th best in the league today. Spencer Torkelson has the 2nd best home run projection on the team and 10th best in the league. Riley Greene has the 17th best total hits projection in the league today.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 7-12, the Twins are seven games out of the AL Central division lead. So far, they have gone just 5-6 against their divisional opponents. Minnesota heads into today's game, having gone 1-4 over their last five games and are coming off a series loss vs the Tigers.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins are 2-5 compared to 5-7 on the road. Minnesota finally picked up a win at home in their most recent game at home. This season, they are just 1-8 as the underdog and have lost five straight games as the underdog.</p><p>The Twins have been a tough team to bet on this season, as they have a run line record of 8-11. They have been slightly better on the road, going 7-5 against the run line, compared to just 1-6 at home. When the Twins win, they tend to do so by a comfortable margin, with an average run differential of +3.1 in those games.</p><p>The Minnesota Twins have had a combined run average of 8.0 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 8-11. The over/under line for today's game against the Detroit Tigers is set at 8 runs. So far this season, 52.6% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, and in games where the line was set at 8 runs, they have a 2-2 record.</p><p>Through his first three starts of the season, Louie Varland has yet to pick up a win. He has gone 5 innings in each of his first two outings and has 6 strikeouts in each of those games. However, he has given up 6 runs in each of those starts. He has given up a total of 3 home runs on the year.</p><p>For the Twins, Ryan Jeffers has the best chance to hit a home run, as his home run projection is 9th best in the league today. Alex Kirilloff is the top Twins player in terms of total hits, while Edouard Julien has the 2nd best odds on the team to hit a home run, with the 10th best odds in the league today.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 4/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Devils versus the Sharks? The puck drops at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. In this non-conference matchup, the Devils are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks. The over/under for the game is 6.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:30 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Sharks winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+203)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will New Jersey Be The Talk of SAP Center?</h3><p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Devils are 10th in the Eastern Conference with 62 points and a record of 29-25-4. In their division, they are in 5th place with a record of 9-9.</p>

<p>On the road, New Jersey has gone 15-10-2 this season, and they have been favored in 42 of their 58 games, going 24-16-2 in those contests. Over their last ten games, the Devils have gone 4-6 and are 1-2 in their last three.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Devils have a puck line record of 15-12, and their average scoring margin is +.1 goals per game. So far, New Jersey has 16 wins by multiple goals compared to 13 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>Overall, the team's puck line record is 20-38, and they have dropped four straight games vs. the puck line. In their last ten road games, the Devils have a puck line record of 7-3.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring New Jersey is 6.8. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Devils come in with an over/under record of 33-24-1.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, New Jersey has a 2-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-2, while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>On offense, the Devils are averaging 3.3 goals per game which is 10th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 10th in the league. So far this year, the Devils are 20-12 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 9-12 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>New Jersey's current leading scorer is Tyler Toffoli. This season, he has 25 goals, which puts him 27th in the NHL. Toffoli also comes into the game with 17 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks are currently 2nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 35.2 shots per game against San Jose. They also are 30th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Nico Daws comes into the game having made 15 starts this season. So far, his record is 7-8 and he has a save percentage of 0.43%.</p><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Sharks have gone 9-16-2, and they have dropped three straight games overall. In the Western Conference standings, San Jose is 15th and 8th in the Pacific Division. On the year, the Sharks are 15-36-5, and they have lost three straight as the underdog.</p>

<p>Against other Western Conference teams, San Jose has gone 8-23, and they have gone 6-13 in divisional games. Over their last ten games, the Sharks have gone 4-6, and they are 1-4 in their last five games.</p></p><p>San Jose enters the game with a puck line record of 26-30 and has dropped two straight games vs. the puck line. Thus far, the Sharks have 30 losses by more than one goal compared to just 11 by one goal. Their current average scoring margin sits at -1.7 goals per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Sharks have a puck line record of 26-30, and their average scoring margin when in that role is -1.7 goals per contest. In their last ten home games, San Jose has gone 5-5 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring San Jose is 5.9. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.2. The Sharks come in with an over/under record of 23-30-3.</p><p>In their last three road games, New Jersey has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 3. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.</p><p>Offensively, the Sharks come into the game at 2.1 goals per contest placing 32nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 32nd position in the league. So far this year, the Sharks are 1-2 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 13-33 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>San Jose will be looking for a good game from Fabian Zetterlund who leads the team in scoring with 15 goals, ranking 128th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 8 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks are currently 2nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 35.2 shots per game against San Jose. They also are 30th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood gets the start and has made 31 starts this season. His record at this point is 9-18, and his save percentage is 0.883%.</p>

New Jersey Devils vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/27/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pilots and Golden Flashes. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Flashes at MAC Center in Kent, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Kent State as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 137.5 points.</p><h3>PORTLAND PILOTS VS KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at MAC Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Golden Flashes.</li><li>Even though we have Kent State winning straight-up, we like Portland at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Portland Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Portland Pilots Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland improved to 2-5 on the season with a 101-90 win over Denver on Sunday. The Pilots were -6.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread, while the total points of 191 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Portland led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. Despite the defensive lapse, they held on for the win.</p><p>Portland's offense exploded for 101 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field and hitting 60% of their two-point attempts. They connected on 10 threes at a 34.5% rate, with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Pilots were nearly automatic, making 29 of 34 attempts (85.3%). They dished out 21 assists, with Vukasin Masic leading the way with 27 points, while Austin Rapp and Nicholas Shogbonyo each added 20.</p><p>Portland's defense struggled, allowing 90 points on 48% shooting from the field. The Pilots gave up 21 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 60% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland's opponent hit 10 of 29 threes, shooting 34%. The Pilots also sent them to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 29 for 85%.</p><h3>Are Kent State Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kent State improved to 5-2 on the season with a 67-60 win over Kennesaw State on Saturday. The Golden Flashes were favored by 5.5 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 35-29 at halftime, Kent State scored 32 points in the second half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 127, falling under the 140.5-point line.</p><p>In their last game, Kent State struggled offensively, shooting just 28.6% from the field and 17.2% from three-point range, hitting only 5 of 29 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 31.7%, but they were strong at the free-throw line, making 26 of 33 attempts for a 78.8% success rate.</p> <p>The Golden Flashes grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists. Simeon Cottle led the team with 17 points and 4 assists, while VonCameron Davis added 16 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Kent State’s defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 28% shooting from the field. They were especially effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the opposition to 5 made threes on 29 attempts, a 17% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kent State gave up 13 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, with the opponent shooting 38%. The Golden Flashes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 26 free throws for 78%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Jaspers and Rams face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams are hosting the game at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 134 points, and the Rams are favored to win at home against the Jaspers.</p><h3>MANHATTAN JASPERS VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Manhattan Jaspers +12</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MANHATTAN JASPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have Fordham winning straight-up, we like Manhattan at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Manhattan Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Manhattan enters today's game against Fordham with a 2-2 season record. In their previous ten road games, including last year, Manhattan has a 6-4 record. As of now, Manhattan holds a 2-2 record against the spread heading into today's game. When considering their performance in the previous season, including the last ten games, Manhattan has gone 5-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Manhattan's games have, on average, featured 140 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-2-0. Their average over/under line is currently 140.5 points so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Jaspers' games have averaged 65 points per game, along with an over/under record of 2-2.</p><p>Manhattan offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 60 points against Connecticut. In that game, they made 8/18 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 39.7%. The top scorer for the Jaspers was Seydou Traore with 13 points, while Daniel Rouzan also chipped in with 10 points.</p><p>At this time, the Jaspers' defense is positioned 169th in the country, permitting 75.6 points per game. Against Connecticut in their most recent game, the Manhattan defense gave up a total of 90 points while allowing Connecticut to hit 58% of their shots.</p><h3>Will the Rams Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Fordham, who currently has a record of 2-3, is preparing for their sixth game of the season. Up to this point, all of their games have been played at their home arena. As of today's game, Fordham has a 1-4 record against the spread. Taking into account their performance from the previous season, Fordham is 5-5 vs. the spread in their last ten games.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Fordham have had an average of 135.8 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 137.8 points. Their over/under record is 3-2-0. Looking at the Rams' last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 with their games averaging 64 points per game.</p><p>In their recent game, the Rams' offense concluded with 72 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 67 points per contest. One area that the Fordham offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 10th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 39%.</p><p>The Rams' defense is presently ranked 93rd nationally, allowing an average of 68.8 points per contest. Fordham's three-point defense is currently 27th in the country at 4.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.7% of their shots vs. Fordham.</p>

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<p>The Saints and Purple Eagles are set to face off at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The Purple Eagles will host the game at Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 129 points, and Niagara is favored by -2 vs. Siena in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles -2</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher Center at 6:30 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Purple Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Niagara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Siena Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Saints evened their record at 4-4 with a 71-58 win over Bucknell on Saturday. Siena, who were +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 129, just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Siena took control early, leading 31-21 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37, holding off Bucknell’s attempts to close the gap.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.5% from the field and hitting 47.1% from beyond the arc (8/17). Their effective field goal percentage was 55.8%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, converting 82.1% of their attempts (23/28).</p> <p>Major Freeman led the way with 21 points, shooting 54.5% overall and 60% from three (3/5). Justice Shoats added 19 points, while Brendan Coyle knocked down 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep and from the field overall.</p><p>Siena's defense gave up 58 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 12 two-point field goals on 26 attempts, also at a 46% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 17 threes, shooting 47%. Siena also sent them to the line 28 times, where they made 23 free throws, an 82% success rate. The Saints gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Niagara Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 2-5 on the season with a 60-52 win over LIU on Sunday. The Purple Eagles, who were -3.5 favorites, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>Niagara led 27-22 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The win at home gives them some momentum as they look to build on this victory.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 48.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. They were strong inside, hitting 65.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes (6/20).</p> <p>Terell Strickland led the way with 17 points, shooting 3/4 from three-point range, while Malachi Davis and Jahari Williamson each added 15 points. Olumide Adelodun and Jhaylon Martinez both shot 80% from the field, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Even though Niagara gave up 52 points, they struggled defensively, allowing their opponent to shoot 48% from the field. The Purple Eagles had particular trouble inside, where they gave up 65% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 15 of 23 shots.</p> <p>Niagara did manage to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to 30% shooting on threes, with just 6 makes on 20 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 for 70%. Niagara allowed 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Red Wolves versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Pensacola Bay Center in Pensacola, FL. This Sun Belt conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Appalachian State is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Arkansas State.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pensacola Bay Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Arkansas State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Arkansas State enters this game as a 5.5-point underdog, and they have gone 3-10 in games where they are the underdog. They are coming off a 89-62 win over Louisiana-Lafayette and have gone 17-15 overall this season.</p>

<p>On the road, the Red Wolves are 7-12 this season, and they are 4-6 in their last 10 road games. For the season, they have been outscored by an average of 3.7 points per game on the road.</p><p>Arkansas State has an overall ATS record of 21-11-1 this season. On the road, they are 10-8-1 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Red Wolves have gone 7-5-1 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Arkansas State is 6-3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Arkansas State has an over/under record of 14-18-1 this season and today's over/under line of 145.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this year (153.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points, which is lower than today's over/under line of 145.5. So far this season, 25 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>The Arkansas State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 89 points vs. Louisiana-Lafayette. Overall their field goal percentage was 50% while connecting on 9 threes. The Arkansas State offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 27.5 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 35% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>Looking at the Arkansas State defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 77.1 points per game (292nd). In their previous game vs. Louisiana-Lafayette, the Ragin' Cajuns finished with a field goal percentage of 50% and a total of 62 points vs. Arkansas State.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Win at Pensacola Bay Center?</h3><p>Appalachian State has been dominant at home this season, going 15-1, and they will look to extend their 10-game home winning streak. The Mountaineers have gone 22-4 as the favorite this season, and they are coming off an impressive 80-57 win over Arkansas State.</p>

<p>Overall, Appalachian State has gone 27-5 this season, including a 16-2 record in Sun Belt play. They have won seven straight games and have a scoring margin of +14.2 points per game at home.</p><p>Appalachian State has been solid against the spread this season, posting a mark of 19-11. They have gone 10-6 vs. the spread at home and have an ATS record of 16-10 when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Mountaineers are 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 145.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Appalachian State's games this season (142.6). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 151 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense had a good outing, putting up 80 points against Arkansas State. They achieved a 49.2% field goal percentage and went 10/12 from the free-throw line. Tre'Von Spillers was the leading scorer for the Mountaineers, putting up 15 points. In addition, Donovan Gregory contributed 15 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Appalachian State defense is giving up an average of 66.5 points per contest. Appalachian State's three-point defense is currently 91st in the country at 6.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 38.1% of their shots vs. Appalachian State.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Appalachian State Mountaineers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24