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<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

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<p>In a Western Conference matchup, the Pelicans will host the Clippers at the Smoothie King Center. The Clippers (-241) are favored by 6 points over the Pelicans (+197). The over/under line is 221 points.</p>

<p>The Clippers (18-13) have won two straight games and are 6th in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans (5-27) have lost nine straight and are 15th in the West.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +6</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-103 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Clippers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 18-13 on the season with a 102-92 win over the Warriors on Friday. Playing at home, the Clippers were favored by 5.5 points and covered the spread with the 10-point victory. The total score of 194 points fell short of the 212.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 21-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers took control by outscoring the Warriors 30-22 in the 2nd quarter and 32-19 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with an 81-62 lead before the Warriors went on a 14-0 run, but the Clippers held on for the win.</p><p>Norman Powell led the Clippers with 26 points, including 11 in the 4th quarter, as they beat the Warriors 102-92. James Harden added 18 points, and Ivica Zubac contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 88.9% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Clippers shot 53.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 31.2% of their threes with 10 makes. Derrick Jones scored 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter, while Amir Coffey added 11 points, 5 of which came in the 3rd.</p><p>The Clippers put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Warriors to just 92 points on Friday. They gave up 21 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 2nd, before limiting Golden State to 19 points in the 3rd. The Warriors managed 30 points in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Clippers’ defense.</p> <p>Los Angeles held Golden State to 36% shooting from the field, including just 18% from beyond the arc, where the Warriors made only 7 threes. The Clippers also recorded 6 steals and 10 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will New Orleans Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies on Friday, the Pelicans' season record now stands at 5-27. New Orleans, who were +7.5 point underdogs, couldn't cover the spread at home. The total points for the game reached 256, surpassing the O/U line of 238.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when Memphis went on a 10-0 run, turning a 65-59 deficit into a 69-65 lead. The Pelicans entered the 4th quarter down 104-88 but outscored the Grizzlies 36-28 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies, the Pelicans shot 44.8% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28.9% of their threes. Trey Murphy III led the way with 35 points, connecting on 5 threes at a 41.7% rate, while CJ McCollum added 32 points, making 3 threes at 37.5%.</p> <p>Murphy scored 15 points in the 2nd quarter, while McCollum poured in 16 points in the 4th. Dejounte Murray contributed 15 points and 9 assists, despite shooting 37.5% from the field.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, giving up 42 points, which contributed to their 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies. New Orleans allowed Memphis to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies hit 17 threes at a 41% clip. The Pelicans also sent Memphis to the line 35 times, where they made 31 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 13 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 6:40 PM ET, the Braves and Reds face off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, and the Reds are the slight money line underdog (+102). The money line odds have the Braves at -120, and they are 3rd in the NL East with an overall record of 81-69. The Reds are 4th in the NL Central at 73-78.</p>

<p>Brandon Williamson is starting for the Reds, while the Braves are going with Grant Holmes. Currently, the over/under line is at 9 runs, and the forecast for Tuesday's game in Cincinnati calls for cloudy skies and temperatures in the low 80s.</p><h3>ATLANTA BRAVES VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Braves Moneyline -120</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, September 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BRAVES VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>The Braves will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Dodgers with a 9-0 loss. Atlanta was the +116 underdog at home going into this matchup. Things really got away from the Braves in the 7th inning, as the Dodgers scored six runs in the inning. Atlanta's offense scored their only run in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Max Fried put together a good start for the Braves, going six innings and giving up just three runs on two hits. He also issued three walks and took the loss. The Braves really could have used a quality start from Fried, as their bullpen allowed six more runs in the 8th.</p><p>Atlanta is on the road today to take on the Reds, having dropped two straight games. Currently, the Braves are 3rd in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by nine games. Overall, the Braves are 81-69 and have gone 24-22 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>This season, the Braves have been the favorite in most of their games, where they are 68-51. As the road favorite, the Braves have gone 28-22 this season, and they are 39-36 overall on the road. Atlanta's series record is 26-17-7, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games.</p><p>The Braves have been a strong run line bet on the road this season, going 40-35. Their average run differential on the road is +1.0, and their average run differential in winning games is +3.7. They have an overall run line record of 71-79, which includes a 31-44 mark at home. As the favorite, they are just 53-66 on the run line, while they are 18-13 as the underdog.</p><p>Atlanta's over/under record for the season is 56-89, and the average line for their games is set at 8 runs. When the line is set at 9 runs, their record is 10-14-3. The over has hit in three straight games for the Braves, and for the season, their games have averaged 8.1 runs per game.</p><p>Right-hander Grant Holmes gets the start for the Braves today as he faces the Reds on the road. He has made 22 appearances this season and has a record of 2-1 with a 3.79 ERA. Out of his 22 appearances, Holmes has made one quality start and is averaging 8.89 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going one inning out of the bullpen and not allowing a run. Before that, he had given up at least one earned run in three straight outings. Opponents are batting .259 off Holmes this season.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been a big part of the Braves' offense this season, batting .302 with 37 home runs and 98 RBIs. Both of those numbers are the best on the team. Over his last six games, Jorge Soler has gone 9/20 with a home run and four RBIs. During this stretch, he has scored six runs. Soler also comes into the game on a six-game hitting streak.</p>

<p>Overall, the Braves are 6th in home runs this season and are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.6 runs per game. As a team, the Braves are batting .240, which is 15th in the league.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>The Reds will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Twins with a 9-2 loss. Cincinnati was the +150 underdog on the road going into this matchup. Things started off well for the Reds, as they got on the board with two runs in the 4th inning but gave up the lead right away as the Twins scored three times in the bottom of the 4th.</p>

<p>Rhett Lowder got the start for the Reds and took the loss. He only lasted 5 1/3 innings, giving up three earned runs on six hits. Offensively, the Reds only had two fewer hits than the Twins but scored just two runs. Both of their runs came in the 4th inning.</p><p>Cincinnati is 73-78 overall and 4th in the NL Central, trailing the Cardinals by 2.5 games for 3rd place in the division. The Reds are 14.5 games behind the Brewers for the division lead. They have gone 21-25 against other teams in the NL Central this year.</p>

<p>The Reds have won four straight games at home, and they are 36-39 at home this season. They are just above .500 at 37-39 on the road. So far, they have been an even 33-33 when favored and 40-45 as the underdog. Cincinnati's overall series record is 19-27-3, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games.</p><p>While the Reds have been a good bet on the run line overall this season, they have been even better on the road, where they are 47-29. They have been a poor bet at home, going just 35-40 on the run line. The Reds have been a better bet as the underdog, going 55-30 on the run line, compared to 27-39 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.8, while it is -3.3 in losing games.</p><p>When the Cincinnati Reds play at home, the over has hit in 70 of their 144 games, including 20 of 31 when the line is set at 9 runs. The Reds' games have averaged 8.7 runs per game, and the over has hit in three straight games. The over/under line for today's game against the Atlanta Braves is set at 9 runs.</p><p>Brandon Williamson will be making his 3rd start of the season for the Reds, and he will be at home against the Braves. Williamson has gone 5 innings in each of his first two outings, and he has 11 strikeouts in 9 2/3 innings of work. He has given up 1 earned run in each of his first two starts.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been a bright spot for the Reds this season, as he is batting .257 and leads the team with 24 home runs. His 69 RBIs are also the 2nd most in the lineup. Spencer Steer has also been a key power source for the Reds, as he is 3rd on the team with 19 homers but is batting just .232. However, Steer is currently on a 3-game hitting streak and has gone deep twice in his last nine games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Reds are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 15th in the MLB. They are also 14th in home runs and have the league's 10th best walk rate. As a team, they are batting just .233 and have the league's 24th worst strikeout rate.</p>

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