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<p>Looking to win big? The Jayhawks and Cyclones face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Cyclones are hosting the game at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 144 points, with Iowa State being favored by -5.5 at home against Kansas.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS IOWA STATE CYCLONES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa State Cyclones -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hilton Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA STATE CYCLONES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cyclones.</li><li>Not only will Iowa State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jayhawks Win in Ames?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 12-3 on the season with a 54-40 win over Cincinnati on Saturday. The Jayhawks entered the game as +1 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Trailing 25-24 at halftime, Kansas clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 15 points while scoring 30. The game’s total points of 94 fell well below the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 35.3%. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 9.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kansas shot 46.8% on two-point attempts, and they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Hunter Dickinson contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and missing all three of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Kansas held their opponent to just 40 points in their previous game. The Jayhawks' defense limited their opponent to 30% shooting overall, with a 40% mark on two-point attempts (15/37).</p> <p>Kansas was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 13% (3/22). The Jayhawks also kept their opponent off the free-throw line, allowing only 2 attempts, of which 1 was made.</p><h3>Can the Iowa State Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 14-1 on the season with a narrow 85-84 win over Texas Tech on Saturday. The Cyclones, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 169 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, Iowa State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Texas Tech 40-34 to secure the win. The Cyclones’ ability to tighten up defensively and execute offensively in the second half was key to their victory.</p><p>Iowa State's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts (25/42) and connected on 35.3% from beyond the arc (6/17). At the free-throw line, the Cyclones shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range. Christian Anderson was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4, and finished with 18 points, as did JT Toppin and Chance McMillian. Toppin also grabbed 9 rebounds, while Darrion Williams added 15 points and 6 boards.</p><p>Iowa State's defense struggled, giving up 84 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 41% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 45%, hitting 9 of 20 threes. Iowa State also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 79% clip.</p>

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<p>The Roadrunners and Bison are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bison will host the game at Scheels Center in Fargo, ND. The over/under for this game is set at 139 points, and North Dakota State is favored by -9.5 against Bakersfield in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS VS NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scheels Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Even though we have North Dakota State winning straight-up, we like Bakersfield at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Roadrunners Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Roadrunners fell to 4-7 on the season after a 59-58 loss to Portland State on Saturday. Bakersfield, who were -4 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 117 fell well below the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Bakersfield led 30-18 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 28. This collapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>The Roadrunners struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 58 points on 37.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, and they hit only 21.1% of their three-point attempts, going 4-for-19 from deep.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Bakersfield connected on 82.4% of their attempts, making 14-of-17. They recorded 11 offensive rebounds and 8 assists, with Fidelis Okereke leading the way with 15 points on 6-of-8 shooting. Isaiah Johnson added 14 points, while Jaylin Henderson and Cole Farrell chipped in 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Even with Bakersfield's strong defensive effort, they couldn't hold their opponent under 60 points, giving up 59 in this one. The Roadrunners limited their opponent to just 37% shooting from the field, as they went 20/53 overall.</p> <p>Bakersfield's defense was particularly effective from beyond the arc, where their opponent shot just 4/19, or 21%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they hit 14 of their attempts, good for 82%.</p><h3>Will the Bison Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>North Dakota State improved to 7-4 on the season with a dominant 98-62 win over Western Michigan on Sunday. Playing at home, the Bison entered the game as -8.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>After leading 49-28 at halftime, NDSU matched their first-half output by scoring 49 points in the second half while allowing 34. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 144.</p><p>North Dakota State put up 98 points in their last game, shooting a scorching 69.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 85.5%. They were particularly strong from inside the arc, hitting 83.3% of their two-point attempts, while also connecting on 58.1% from three-point range, making 18 of 31 shots from deep.</p> <p>Chansey Willis Jr. led the way with 22 points and 5 assists, while Jacari White added 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 of 6 from three. Jacksen Moni contributed 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 70% from the field. The Bison finished with 24 assists and just 3 offensive rebounds, struggling at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 9 attempts.</p><p>North Dakota State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 62 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 69% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 20 made baskets on 24 attempts, an 83% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Dakota State's defense gave up 18 threes on 31 attempts, a 58% shooting percentage. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 4 shots. The Bison limited second-chance opportunities, allowing just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 9:10 PM ET, the Braves and Dodgers will square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles and features a Braves club that is 20-10 compared to the Dodgers at 21-13. The over/under line is at 9 runs, and the Dodgers are the favorite on the money line at -173.</p>

<p>SNLA will be televising Saturday night's game, and the Braves are sending Bryce Elder to the mound vs. Tyler Glasnow for the Dodgers.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline -173</p><p>This game will be played at Dodger Stadium at 9:10 ET on Saturday, May 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BRAVES VS DODGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Braves to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Dodgers vs Braves series. Los Angeles went into the matchup as slight favorites at -114 and squeaked out a 4-3 win. Both teams scored one run in the first inning, and the Braves could only muster one more run in the 8th inning. As for the Dodgers, they scored the game's go-ahead run in the 5th, and both offenses went silent after that.</p>

<p>Gavin Stone got the win for the Dodgers, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued a costly home run. As for the Braves, Charlie Morton gave up two earned runs in six innings of work. He struck out five but allowed a home run.</p>

<p>Teoscar Hernandez and Andy Pages were the only two Dodgers hitters to have more than one hit. Hernandez, Pages, and Austin Riley each homered in the game. Riley had a two-hit performance at the plate.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 20-10, the Braves are just a half-game behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. The Braves will be on the road today to take on the Dodgers, and they are 8-4 in divisional games this year. Atlanta has been good at home, putting together an 11-4 record, and they are 9-6 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, the Braves have been really good as the favorite, going 20-9, but they are just 0-1 as the underdog. Atlanta's overall series record is 7-2-1, and they are 6-4 in their last 10 games overall. Currently, they are in the middle of a series with the Dodgers.</p><p>When the Braves are on the road, they are a solid bet against the run line, going 9-6 so far this season. Their average run margin in those games is 2.4, and they have covered the run line in two straight games. They have been the favorite in most of those games, going 14-15 against the run line.</p><p>The Braves have hit the under in 10 straight games, and their combined run average for the season is 9.1, which is higher than today's over/under line of 9. The over/under record for the Braves this season is 11-17, and the average over/under line in their games is 9 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 9 runs, the Braves are 2-5-1.</p><p>Getting the start for the Braves is Bryce Elder, who is on the road against the Dodgers. Elder has been solid in his first two starts of the season, picking up a win in his last outing against the Marlins. In that start, he went 6 and 2/3 innings, striking out 4 and giving up 8 hits. In his first start, he went 5 and 1/3 innings, giving up 4 hits and 2 earned runs.</p><p>So far this season, the Braves have been the best offensive team in the league, averaging 5.3 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.5 runs per game. As a team, the Braves are batting .263, which is the 2nd best mark in the league, and they are also near the top of the league in both slugging and on-base percentage.</p>

<p>Marcell Ozuna has been the league's top run producer so far, with 32 RBIs, and he also has the 2nd most home runs in the league at 9. Ozuna is also batting .310 for the season. Michael Harris II has been a nice surprise for the Braves, as he is batting .287 and has the team's 3rd most home runs. Ozzie Albies comes into the game on a 7-game hitting streak, and he has gone 10/30 in his last 7 games.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 21-13, the Dodgers lead the NL West by 4.5 games over the Padres. The Dodgers are also in a good spot in their series vs. the Braves, as they have won two straight games. So far, they have gone 7-4 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers are 10-8 this season and have been really good on the road at 11-5. Los Angeles has been tough to beat in night games, going 14-6 this year. The Dodgers have won three straight series and have an overall series record of 7-5.</p><p>When the Dodgers win, they win big, with an average run margin of four runs per game. However, when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -2.5 runs per game. They are 16-18 on the run line this season, but have been much better on the road, going 10-6. As the favorite, they are 16-17 on the run line, but as the underdog, they are 0-1.</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers games have gone under the over/under line in three straight contests. The combined run average for their games this season is 9.2, and their over/under record is 19-15. When the over/under line has been set at 9 runs, their record is 2-1. In 31 games, the over/under line has been set at 9 runs or fewer 70.6% of the time.</p><p>Right-hander Tyler Glasnow gets the start for the Dodgers today and is coming off a strong outing vs. the Blue Jays. In that April 27th start, he went 6 innings, picking up the win and giving up just one earned run. Looking at his overall numbers, Glasnow is 5-1 with a 2.72 ERA. Opponents are batting .172 vs. Glasnow this season. He has made five quality starts and is averaging 11.09 strikeouts per nine innings. Overall, Glasnow has 53 strikeouts, which leads the league. So far, he has allowed four homers and is averaging 2.51 walks per nine innings.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into the game as the league's top-scoring offense, averaging 5.3 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.5 runs per contest. The Dodgers have been the league's best hitting team so far, with a team batting average of .271. Mookie Betts and Will Smith are both in the top five in terms of RBIs, with Betts hitting .363 and Smith not far behind at .351.</p>

<p>Will Smith and Andy Pages have both been swinging the bat well of late, with Smith hitting .346 and three homers in his last six games, while Pages is 12/29 over his last seven games. Smith also has a seven-game hitting streak coming into today's game. Shohei Ohtani is on a three-game hitting streak and is batting .336 for the season.</p>

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