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With the exception of Jacare Souza’s positive COVID-19 test, the first UFC event after the lockdown was a smashing success and a ratings bonanza. NASCAR officials are hoping for the same, sans a positive test, when they get the season restarted at Darlington Raceway in the small town of Darlington, South Carolina near the northern border of the Palmetto State.

The Darlington Raceway 400 will be the first race since March 8. NASCAR was one of the last sports to make the decision to shutdown, as all attempts were made to run the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 in Atlanta, but officials decided to wave the yellow flag and err on the side of caution instead.

This is going to be strange for the drivers and the teams. There won’t be any fans. Families won’t even be in attendance. Drivers will stay in their trailers until about 10-15 minutes before the race per <strong><a href="https://racereviewonline.home.blog/2020/05/11/nascar-may-be-returning-but-races-will-look-vastly-different/">Race Review Online</a></strong>. No practice. No qualifying. Just get in your car and drive.

On one hand, it’s fair to wonder if this simplified approach will help the drivers. In the past, it was all about glad-handing with the sponsors, signing autographs, meeting kids and their dads, and a whole lot of additional hoopla. Some drivers embraced their celebrity statuses better than others, but now all of the drivers are just men behind the wheel of a fast car that hope to go home to their families with some extra spending money.

On the other hand, like athletes of all sports, drivers are routine-oriented and none of this is routine. They don’t get to find the best line on the race track. They don’t get a feel for the car. They don’t get the chance to know what needs to be fixed or tweaked. They take a leap of faith getting behind the wheel that the machine is going to perform up to its capabilities. There won’t be a victory lane celebration. There won’t be an emotional meeting with the wife and kids. It is going to be a strange set of dynamics for all involved.

The hard part for us as handicappers is to try and figure out which teams might be able to benefit from this new normal. Cohesion matters more than ever. The best equipment and the best teams should be able to stand out, not to mention the best drivers, given that they will have gone 70 days between races.

So, we’ll do the best we can to break this down, as all of us venture blindly into the return of NASCAR. Odds are from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a> for the Darlington Raceway 400.
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<td width="295">Kyle Busch</td>
<td width="295">+650</td>
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<td width="295">Chase Elliott</td>
<td width="295">+650</td>
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<td width="295">Kevin Harvick</td>
<td width="295">+700</td>
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<td width="295">Denny Hamlin</td>
<td width="295">+750</td>
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<td width="295">Martin Truex Jr</td>
<td width="295">+770</td>
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<td width="295">Joey Logano</td>
<td width="295">+850</td>
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<td width="295">Brad Keselowski</td>
<td width="295">+950</td>
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<td width="295">Alex Bowman</td>
<td width="295">+1250</td>
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<td width="295">Erik Jones</td>
<td width="295">+1375</td>
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<td width="295">William Byron</td>
<td width="295">+2150</td>
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<td width="295">Matt Kenseth</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">Jimmie Johnson</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">Kurt Busch</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Blaney</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">Matt DiBenedetto</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
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<td width="295">Aric Almirola</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">Clint Bowyer</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">Tyler Reddick</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Newman</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">Chris Buescher</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">Christopher Bell</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">Cole Custer</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">Austin Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">Ricky Stenhouse Jr</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">Daniel Suarez</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">Ty Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
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<td width="295">John Hunter Nemechek</td>
<td width="295">+70000</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Preece</td>
<td width="295">+75000</td>
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<td width="295">Darrell Wallace Jr</td>
<td width="295">+75000</td>
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<td width="295">Michael McDowell</td>
<td width="295">+100000</td>
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<td width="295">Timmy Hill</td>
<td width="295">+250000</td>
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<td width="295">JJ Yeley</td>
<td width="295">+300000</td>
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<td width="295">Corey LaJoie</td>
<td width="295">+300000</td>
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<td width="295">Joey Gase</td>
<td width="295">+500000</td>
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<td width="295">Quin Houff</td>
<td width="295">+500000</td>
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<td width="295">Brennan Poole</td>
<td width="295">+500000</td>
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<td width="295">Reed Sorenson</td>
<td width="295">+500000</td>
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<td width="295">Garrett Smithley</td>
<td width="295">+500000</td>
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Kyle Busch is the co-favorite alongside Chase Elliott, but you notice that we don’t see a +400 or a +450 price for the favorite like we traditionally would for a NASCAR race. Favorite prices get bumped up and the second and third-tier drivers get bumped down a bit. This is almost lined like a restrictor plate race because of the inherent uncertainty that comes along with these conditions.

Darlington goes from a once-a-year stop to a back-to-back stop for the drivers here. The Bojangles’ Southern 500 has been the only race at Darlington dating back to 2005. The Carolina Dodge Dealers 400 was last run in 2004. The only active driver to win that race at Darlington is Jimmie Johnson, who won in 2004.

The drivers will race 293 laps to cover 400.238 miles in this race. Toyota has done well here recently in the Southern 500, with wins in four of the last five and five of the last seven. Whether or not that matters going into this race is anybody’s guess, but the Joe Gibbs team had had success here on the 1.366-mile Lady in Black. The Track Too Tough to Tame has two turns of 25 degrees and two turns of 23 degrees. Drivers will be trying to find the right racing line early in the event and that could lead to some cautions with track positioning so important to figure out without practice and qualifying.

Kyle Busch has not won here since 2008. He was third and led the most laps last season and finished second back in 2017. This has sort of been a hit-or-miss track for him, which is odd given that he’s been with JGR since 2008.

Chase Elliott’s season was off to a great start. He was third in points, had three stage wins, and led the most laps at Phoenix before the season abruptly stopped. Elliott has only finished in the top five once at Darlington in five tries. Most of his better finishes have come on bigger tracks, with the exception of his Dover win in 2018 and some good runs at Richmond. I don’t know if I could take him here, though he seems to be hitting his stride in the Cup Series.

Kevin Harvick is +700 and has the pole, as the starting grid was set by owner points. Harvick was winless in four tries, but was the only driver with four top-10 finishes on the season. Harvick has finished in the top five in six of the last seven Darlington races, including back-to-back fourth-place finishes. If I had to pick one of the short prices, Harvick would be the one for me, as he does like intermediate tracks quite a bit and has had consistent results. Plus, he’ll be out front and able to determine the right groove in the track without as much resistance early in the race. Among drivers with at least 10 starts at Darlington, Harvick has the second-highest average finish behind Kyle Busch.

Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr. are +750 and +770, respectively, for the Joe Gibbs team. Hamlin won at Daytona, but struggled after that. Truex never got going, finishing outside the top 10 in all four races. I don’t know if past results from this season matter at all with the 70-day layoff, but Truex hasn’t really been able to replicate his Furniture Row Racing success since flipping to JGR.

Hamlin, though, is a two-time Darlington winner and has several other top-five finishes to go along with it. He’d be the other short price on my radar this week. I’ll be skirting Joey Logano and Brad Keselowski, who both had crew chief changes prior to the season. That’s an angle I’d consider in group matchups this week. It didn’t seem to hurt Logano with two wins in the four races earlier this season, but he just happened to be in the right place at the right time in those two races.

Rather than picking a winner, it might make a lot of sense to focus on the group matchups. There are going to be some huge differences across these teams when it comes to efficiency and vision. For example, as great of a story as Matt Kenseth’s return is, if you find any matchups, look to go against him. He’ll take over the 42 car of Kyle Larson for Chip Ganassi Racing. This is Kenseth’s first time driving a Chevy and his first race with the new rules package after being a part-time driver in 2018 and a retired driver in 2019.

I would also look at drivers like Kurt Busch and Denny Hamlin in some matchups. These guys are veteran drivers that will keep it simple and have solid approaches. Other drivers might get a little bit antsy, while Busch and Hamlin will likely be more calculated.

<strong><u>Picks</u></strong>

Harvick and Hamlin are the short prices for me. I don’t want to throw a bunch of money around with so many moving parts to this race. A guy like Clint Bowyer is a good bet in his group against Matt DiBenedetto, Aric Almirola, and Ryan Newman. Look for spot plays in the group matchups because picking a winner under these never-before-seen conditions looks like a challenge.

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<p>The Memphis Grizzlies (-188) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves (+159) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 4.5 points and have won two straight games. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 ET at FedExForum. </p>

<p>Memphis (27-15) is currently third in the West, while Minnesota (22-20) is eighth. The over/under line for this game is 235 points. </p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 2:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 161-110 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Timberwolves Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Timberwolves dropped to 22-20 on the season after a 124-117 loss to the Cavaliers on Saturday. Minnesota was a +4.5 point underdog at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 241 exceeded the O/U line of 227 by 14 points.</p> <p>A key moment in the game came when the Cavaliers went on a 12-0 run, extending their lead from 36-31 to 48-31. Minnesota fell behind further after being outscored 29-19 in the 3rd quarter but made a push in the 4th, outscoring Cleveland 38-35.</p><p>Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 28 points and 5 assists in their 124-117 loss to the Cavaliers, hitting 4 threes at 44.4% efficiency. He shot 40.9% from the field overall. The Timberwolves connected on 15 threes as a team, shooting 39.5% from deep and 47.8% overall.</p> <p>Edwards scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Rob Dillingham added all 12 of his points in the final period. Rudy Gobert was efficient, shooting 85.7% from the field and finishing with 17 points and 12 rebounds. Julius Randle contributed 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 9 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves gave up 124 points to the Cavaliers, including a 35-point 4th quarter. Cleveland shot 45% from the field, with Minnesota allowing 29 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p> <p>The Cavaliers hit 17 threes at a 35% clip. Minnesota sent Cleveland to the line 25 times, where they made 23 free throws. The Timberwolves recorded 4 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Grizzlies Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 27-15 this season after a dominant 140-112 win over the Spurs on Friday. The Grizzlies were +1 point underdogs on the road but covered the spread with a +28 point victory. The game’s total of 252 points went over the line of 236.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>After a 35-35 2nd quarter, Memphis took control with an 18-0 run, stretching the score from 88-86 to 104-88. They outscored the Spurs 40-22 in the 3rd quarter and 38-26 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>The Grizzlies put up 140 points in their win over the Spurs, shooting 56.7% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 43.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 29 points and 5 threes, while Desmond Bane and Jaylen Wells each added 22 points.</p> <p>Wells was particularly effective from deep, connecting on 6 threes at 75% efficiency. He scored 13 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Bane added 9 points in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 35 points in the 2nd quarter, the Grizzlies tightened up defensively in the 3rd, allowing just 22 points, and finished strong in the 4th, giving up 26 points to the Spurs. Overall, Memphis allowed 112 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies held San Antonio to 13 made threes on 36% shooting. The Spurs also went 19/23 from the free-throw line. Memphis recorded 9 steals in the game.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Ospreys and Colonels are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Colonels will host the game at Baptist Health Arena in Richmond, KY. The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have Eastern Kentucky as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Baptist Health Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Even though we have Eastern Kentucky winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for North Florida as Away Dogs</h3><p>North Florida dropped to 5-8 on the season after a 96-64 home loss to Lipscomb on Saturday. The Ospreys were +5.5 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 160, just under the O/U line of 161.5.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 51-33 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring only 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45.</p><p>North Florida struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 22.6% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.6%, and they hit 61.1% of their free throws.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic led the team with 21 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Dylan Faulkner added 19 points on 63.6% shooting. Will Pruitt contributed 11 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, despite shooting 20% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 96 points, North Florida's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field. They limited two-point shooting to 48% (16/33) and were even more effective from beyond the arc, where their opponent shot just 22% (7/31).</p> <p>From the free-throw line, North Florida's opponent shot 61%, making 11 of 18 attempts. The Ospreys also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are Eastern Kentucky Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Eastern Kentucky Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Colonels dropped to 5-8 on the season after an 88-67 loss to North Alabama on Saturday. Eastern Kentucky, who entered the game as +6 underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 155, just over the pre-game O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Eastern Kentucky found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 50-29 at halftime. While they managed to score 38 points in the second half, they couldn’t make up ground, as they allowed North Alabama to match their 38 points in the final period.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky struggled offensively, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 18.5% from three-point range, hitting only 5 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 16 of 19 shots for 84.2%.</p> <p>Will Soucie and Canin Jefferson each scored 18 points, with Soucie hitting 4 threes. Corneilous Williams and Devontae Blanton added 15 points each, with Williams grabbing 11 rebounds. Taye Fields also had a strong game, shooting 71.4% from the field with 14 rebounds and 7 assists.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Colonels allowed their opponent to hit 56% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 44 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Kentucky's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 7 made threes on 23 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 17 for 70%. The Colonels also gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Bears and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ivy League conference game currently have Cornell as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Brown at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Ithaca Possible for the Bears?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-7 on the season after an 80-67 loss to Harvard on Saturday. Brown, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Brown trailed 35-34 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring 33 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, the Brown Bears put up 67 points, shooting 41.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while their overall effective field goal percentage stood at 50%.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Louis Lesmond was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Brown's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, with opponents hitting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 54%. Brown gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Cornell?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Cornell improved to 8-5 on the season with an 86-76 road win over Penn on Saturday. The Big Red entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 42-31 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half, while Penn scored 45. The game’s total points of 162 went over the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Cornell put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 55.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, going 17-for-18 for a 94.4% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60% from both the field and three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, shooting 75% overall. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the team finished with 10 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive efforts, they allowed 76 points on 48% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cornell's defense gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 66% rate.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Knights and Cougars face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Cougars are hosting the game at Jones Convocation Center in Chicago, IL. Fairleigh Dickinson is favored by -1.5 in this Northeast conference contest against Chicago State. The game's over/under currently sits at 143 points.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS CHICAGO STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago State Cougars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jones Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Chicago State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Knights Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's season struggles continued with a 71-60 loss to Central Connecticut State on Saturday, dropping their record to 3-13. Playing at home, the Knights were +7 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>The Knights were down 37-30 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 34. The loss adds to a challenging season for Fairleigh Dickinson as they look to turn things around.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.7% from the field and 31.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.7%, and they managed 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ahmed Barba-Bey led the way with 25 points, hitting 7 of 12 threes at a 58.3% clip. Jayden Brown added 16 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Abdul Momoh contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense held strong, allowing just 71 points while limiting their opponent to 31% shooting from the field. They gave up 10 made threes on 32 attempts, a 31% clip.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Knights' defense was effective, as they allowed just 10 two-point field goals on 31 attempts (32%). They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws (71%).</p><h3>Can Chicago State Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Chicago State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Chicago State improved to 2-17 on the season with a 88-72 win over Le Moyne on Saturday. The Cougars were +3 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Chicago State led 46-39 at halftime and outscored Le Moyne 42-33 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 160 went over the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Chicago State put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 58.1% from the field and 55.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.8%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 14 of 26 attempts (53.8%).</p> <p>Jalen Forrest led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, connecting on 4 of 5 threes. AJ Dancler added 19 points and 5 assists, while Robby Carmody contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Dwayne Koroma grabbed 10 rebounds, and Noble Crawford and Zek Tekin each chipped in 12 points, with Tekin shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Despite Chicago State's defensive struggles, they allowed 72 points on 58% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chicago State's defense allowed 10 threes on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 55%. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 53%.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Chicago State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 12:00 ET today, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Dallas Mavericks in a non-conference matchup. The Hornets have won two straight games and are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference, while the Mavericks are 7th in the West.</p>

<p>Dallas is favored by 5.5 points and has a moneyline of -214. The over/under line for this game is set at 223.5. NBA TV will broadcast the game, which will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-104 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 23-19 on the season with a 106-98 win over the Thunder on Friday. Dallas, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total points of 204 fell short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Dallas took control early with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 3-0 to 13-0. After a dominant 41-17 second quarter, the Mavericks stumbled in the third, losing it 33-14. However, they bounced back in the fourth, outscoring the Thunder 29-22 to seal the win.</p><p>Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 25 points and 5 assists in their win over the Thunder, shooting 47.4% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and P.J. Washington each contributed 16 points, with Dinwiddie making 4 threes at 44.4% and Washington shooting 75% overall.</p> <p>Dallas connected on 16 threes at a 39% rate, finishing with a 49.3% field goal percentage. Naji Marshall added 14 points, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter, while Irving had 11 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Friday, holding the Thunder to just 98 points. Dallas was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 17 points. They also closed out the game well, giving up just 22 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Mavericks limited the Thunder to 38% shooting from the field. However, they struggled to defend the three-point line, as Oklahoma City hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. Dallas sent the Thunder to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 8. The Mavericks finished with 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Charlotte improved to 10-28 on the season with a 125-123 road win over the Bulls on Friday. The Hornets entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and covered the spread, while the total score of 248 points went over the pre-game line of 235.5.</p> <p>After a strong start, leading 36-29 after the 1st quarter, Charlotte fell behind as the Bulls went on a 10-0 run. However, the Hornets rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring Chicago 27-20 to secure the win.</p><p>LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 26 points and 9 assists in their 125-123 win over the Bulls, despite shooting just 36.8% from the field. Miles Bridges added 21 points, hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip, while Mark Williams contributed 19 points and 19 rebounds, shooting 52.9%.</p> <p>Charlotte hit 13 threes, shooting 38.2% from beyond the arc and 50% overall. Seth Curry and Nick Smith each scored 15 points, with Curry putting up 11 in the 1st quarter and Smith adding 10 in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where the Hornets gave up 42 points, they tightened up defensively in the 4th, allowing just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, they allowed the Bulls to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hornets gave up 14 threes on 35% shooting. They sent the Bulls to the line 14 times, where Chicago made 13 free throws. Defensively, the Hornets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Lions and Tigers face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers are hosting the game at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ. The over/under for this Ivy League conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with Princeton being favored by -7.5 at home against Columbia.</p><h3>COLUMBIA LIONS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbia Lions +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBIA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Princeton winning straight-up, we like Columbia at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Columbia Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Columbia Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions dropped to 9-4 on the season after a 92-88 home loss to Yale on Saturday. Despite being +7.5 point underdogs, Columbia kept things close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Columbia led 40-39 at halftime but allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 48. The game’s total points of 180 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Columbia put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 11 threes at a 32.4% clip and were 54.3% on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 17 of 21 shots for 81%.</p> <p>John Poulakidas led the way with 29 points, hitting 6 of 12 from beyond the arc. Avery Brown added 21 points, and Nick Townsend contributed 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Bez Mbeng also had a strong game, finishing with 19 points and 9 assists.</p><p>Despite Columbia's defensive efforts, they allowed 92 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 43% from the field. Columbia gave up 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the opposing team went 19/35 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Columbia's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% success rate. The opponent also capitalized at the free-throw line, hitting 17 of 21 attempts for 81%. Columbia gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Princeton improved to 11-4 on the season with a narrow 81-80 win over Dartmouth on Saturday. The Tigers were -7 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 148.</p> <p>Princeton trailed 41-38 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Dartmouth 43-39 to secure the win.</p><p>Princeton put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 28 attempts, and were 87.5% from the free-throw line, making 7 of 8. The Tigers dished out 13 assists and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Xavien Lee led the way with 33 points, shooting 63.2% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5), while also pulling down 8 rebounds. Ryan Cornish added 20 points in 21 minutes, shooting 57.1% and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Caden Pierce contributed 19 points and 12 rebounds, with 7 assists, and made 3 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 80 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field (26/57). They allowed 16/35 (45%) on two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Princeton's defense saw their opponents hit 10/22 threes (45%). They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 18 free throws (90%).</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Blues and Golden Knights face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The odds for this Western conference game currently have the Golden Knights as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 6:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Golden Knights coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>The Golden Knights should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Blues Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues moved above .500 to 22-21-4. St. Louis, as underdogs on the puck line, covered the 1.5-goal spread. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit exactly that number.</p> 

<p>After falling behind in the first period, the Blues responded with four unanswered goals. Three different players scored for St. Louis, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals.</p><p>Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with his second and third goals of the season, adding a fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s fourth goal, which came on an empty net. Ryan Suter also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to three this season.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, St. Louis scored three times in the second, with Jordan Kyrou netting his third goal of the year. Despite 14 offensive giveaways, the Blues managed 24 shots on goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues will look to carry over their performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Maple Leafs. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage. The Blues’ defense also finished with 17 hits and 3 takeaways.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Vegas as Home Favorites</h3><p>Vegas improved to 29-14-3 with a 4-3 win over Utah, but it wasn’t easy. The Golden Knights trailed 2-0 before rallying to tie the game, eventually winning with a Brett Howden goal in overtime.</p> 

<p>The Golden Knights were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over the line.</p><p>After a scoreless first period, the Golden Knights found the net twice in the second, with Pavel Dorofeyev scoring his 7th goal of the season and Noah Hanifin adding his 2nd. William Karlsson followed up with his 2nd goal of the year in the third period, and Brett Howden secured the win with his 6th goal, coming 2:15 into overtime.</p> <p>The Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal and recorded 13 offensive giveaways. Hanifin also contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. Mark Stone added another assist, his 15th of the year.</p><p>Despite Vegas taking a 3-2 lead in the 3rd period, their defense allowed a late goal at 13:10, sending the game to overtime. They also gave up the first two goals, one at 11:52 in the 1st period and another at 12:00 in the 2nd. Adin Hill finished with 16 saves and an 84.2% save percentage. The Golden Knights' defense recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Islanders and Huskies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Huskies at Sharp Gymnasium in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! Texas A&M-Corpus Christi is favored by -5.5 in this Southland conference matchup the against Houston Christian. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sharp Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Houston Christian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Islanders Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Islanders improved to 9-6 on the season with a 69-63 road win over Incarnate Word on Saturday. Entering the game as -2.5 favorites, they covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi led 33-26 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 69 points, shooting 46.4% from the field. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-13, and managed an effective field goal percentage of 50%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they struggled, connecting on just 54.5% of their 22 attempts. The Islanders also recorded 8 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's defense held their opponent to 63 points, allowing them to shoot just 36% from the field. The Islanders were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 4 made threes on 22 attempts, an 18% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Islanders gave up 20 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 84%. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Houston Christian Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Houston Christian Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies improved to 5-11 on the season with a 66-57 win over Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Saturday. Entering the game as +3.5 underdogs, Houston Christian not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>At home, the Huskies led 27-24 at halftime and outscored the Vaqueros 39-33 in the second half. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Houston Christian struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and 25.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 27 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 15 of 16 shots for a 93.8% success rate.</p> <p>Demari Williams was a bright spot, shooting 80% from the field and 66.7% from three, finishing with 14 points. Bryson Dawkins and DK Thorn each contributed 15 points, with Thorn shooting just 26.7% overall and 25% from deep. The Huskies recorded 12 offensive rebounds and 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Houston Christian's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, allowing them to shoot 36% from the field. The Huskies gave up 15 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 93%.</p>

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Christian Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Delta Devils and Rattlers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on SWAC. The Rattlers will host the game at Al Lawson Center in Tallahassee, FL. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Florida A&M as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 137.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS VS FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Al Lawson Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rattlers.</li><li>Even though we have Florida A&M winning straight-up, we like Mississippi Valley State at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Mississippi Valley State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Delta Devils’ struggles continued with an 83-58 loss to Bethune-Cookman on Saturday, dropping their record to 0-16. Despite being +24.5 point underdogs, they failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Mississippi Valley State trailed 42-21 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, scoring 37 points while allowing 41. The total points for the game ended at 141, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>In their last game, Mississippi Valley State put up 58 points, shooting 44.2% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 16 attempts for 18.8%, and their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 9 of 16 shots, shooting 56.2%.</p> <p>The Delta Devils had 8 offensive rebounds and 14 assists. Trey Thomas led the way with 22 points, shooting 9 of 12 overall and 4 of 7 from three-point range. Alvin Stredic added 19 points, and Donovan Sanders contributed 14 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Despite Mississippi Valley State's defensive struggles, they allowed 83 points on 55% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 59% of their two-point attempts, going 19/32.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Delta Devils gave up 11 threes on 22 attempts, a 50% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Florida A&M Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Florida A&M Rattlers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Florida A&M improved to 2-11 on the season with an 86-76 home win over UAPB on Saturday. The Rattlers, who were -6.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 49-28 at halftime, Florida A&M allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The total points for the game ended at 162, going over the 157.5 O/U line.</p><p>Florida A&M put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They hit 13 of 27 three-pointers, shooting 48.1% from deep, and went 21 of 31 from the free-throw line, good for 67.7%.</p> <p>Sterling Young led the way with 37 points, hitting 7 of 10 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. Doctor Bradley added 24 points and 12 rebounds, also dishing out 7 assists. The Rattlers finished with 16 assists as a team and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Florida A&M's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 51% from the field. They allowed 13/24 shooting on two-point attempts, a 54% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Rattlers' defense saw their opponents hit 13 threes on 27 attempts, a 48% success rate. Florida A&M also sent them to the free-throw line 31 times, where they made 21, shooting 67%. The Rattlers gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Florida A&M Rattlers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lions and Lions face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions are hosting the game at The Field House in Commerce, TX. In this Southland matchup, Southeastern Louisiana is favored bt -6.5 vs. East Texas A&M. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Field House at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will East Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Lions?</h3><h3>Southeastern Louisiana Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions improved to 8-8 on the season with a 65-64 road win over Northwestern State on Saturday. Entering the game as +1.5 point underdogs, Southeastern Louisiana not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 32-22 at halftime, the Lions allowed 42 points in the 2nd half but managed to score 33 points of their own to hold on for the win. The combined points of 129 fell short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (20/40) and hit 33.3% from beyond the arc (5/15). At the free-throw line, they made 10 of 13 attempts, good for 76.9%.</p> <p>Jakevion Buckley led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, though he went 0-for-3 from three-point range. Addison Patterson added 16 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 66.7% from deep (2/3), while also contributing 4 assists. The Lions finished with 11 offensive rebounds and 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Southeastern Louisiana's defense allowing 64 points, they couldn't capitalize on the Lions' 57% shooting from two-point range, where they hit 20 of 35 attempts. From beyond the arc, the Lions struggled, connecting on just 4 of 19 three-point shots for 21%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Southeastern Louisiana was efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts for 85%. They also managed to grab 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does East Texas A&M Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>East Texas A&M Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>East Texas A&M fell to 2-16 on the season after losing 82-73 to New Orleans on Saturday. The Lions were -5.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>The game was tied 33-33 at halftime, but the Lions were outscored 49-40 in the second half. The total points for the game were 155, exceeding the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>East Texas A&M's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 64.5% of their two-point attempts, while their three-point shooting was 32% (8/25). The Lions also connected on 64.3% of their free throws, going 9/14 from the line.</p> <p>Jamond Vincent led the way, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts and finishing with 28 points and 7 rebounds. Kohen Rowbatham added 24 points, shooting 70% from the field. The Lions had 19 assists as a team, with Vincent and MJ Thomas each contributing 3.</p><p>East Texas A&M Lions gave up 82 points in their last game, allowing their opponents to shoot 50% from the field. The Lions struggled to contain two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% of their attempts (20/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lions allowed 8 threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts (64%).</p>

Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs East Texas A&M Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sharks versus the Bruins? The puck drops at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston, MA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Bruins are favored by -1.5 against the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 1:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Sharks Ready for a Win at Boston?</h3><p>The Sharks dropped to 14-28-6 after a 3-2 road loss to the Canucks. San Jose, as puck line underdogs, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 5.</p> 

<p>San Jose took the lead in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, but Vancouver’s goal with 26 seconds left sealed the Sharks’ fate.</p><p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, tying the game 2-2 at 18:43 in the third period.</p> <p>The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm got them on the board at 17:23 in the second. San Jose recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after allowing a late goal to the Canucks with just 26 seconds remaining in the 3rd period, which led to a 3-2 loss. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will the Bruins Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins improved to 22-19-6 this season. Boston not only won straight up but also covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 3:23 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 9:57. The Bruins' defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense got off to a quick start, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed up with his 2nd goal, coming on a power play at 10:03 in the first period.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They registered 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense will look to carry over the momentum from their previous game, where they shut out the Kraken 2-0. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins' defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Braves versus the Panthers? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SWAC. The game will be played at William Nicks Building in Prairie View, TX. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Prairie View A&M is favored by -4.5 vs. Alcorn State in a Southwestern Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>ALCORN STATE BRAVES VS PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Prairie View A&M Panthers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at William Nicks Building at 8:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Prairie View A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Alcorn State Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Alcorn State Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Alcorn State’s season struggles continued with a 66-57 loss to Texas Southern on Saturday, dropping their record to 2-14. The Braves, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Alcorn State’s offense was stagnant in the first half, scoring just 12 points while allowing 34. They showed signs of life in the second half, outscoring Texas Southern 45-32, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Alcorn State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 33.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, with two-point shooting at 36.6% and three-point shooting at 28.6% (6/21).</p> <p>The Braves managed 18 offensive rebounds and only 6 assists. Zaire Hayes led the team with 16 points, shooting 6/10 from the field. Jaylen Wysinger also contributed, hitting 5 of 7 shots and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Alcorn State's defense gave up 66 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 27 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the other team hitting 59% of their two-point shots, going 25 for 42.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alcorn State held their opponent to just 12%, as they made only 2 of 16 attempts. At the free-throw line, the other team shot 83%, converting 10 of 12. Alcorn State also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Prairie View A&M Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Prairie View A&M Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Panthers fell to 3-14 on the season after a 79-70 home loss to Jackson State on Saturday. Prairie View A&M entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.</p> 
<p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, the Panthers scored 44 points in the second half but allowed 43 points, making it difficult to mount a comeback.</p><p>Prairie View A&M's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range, hitting just 4 of 15 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.2%, and they connected on 73.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 19.</p> <p>Tanahj Pettway led the way with 31 points, shooting 10 of 22 from the field, while Daeshun Ruffin added 26 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc. The Panthers grabbed 7 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists, with Orlando Horton Jr. contributing 4 assists and hitting 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Prairie View A&M's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 of 47 shooting for 46%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Panthers held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 4 makes on 15 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws for 73%. Prairie View A&M gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Scarlet Knights versus the Nittany Lions? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -6.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 6:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Scarlet Knights Pull Off a Win at University Park?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Rutgers improved to 10-8 on the season with an 85-82 road win over Nebraska on Thursday. The Scarlet Knights entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Rutgers led 40-37 at halftime and matched Nebraska's 45 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>The Scarlet Knights put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field and hitting 41.4% of their threes (12/29). Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, with a strong 55.3% shooting inside the arc.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 assists, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep. Brice Williams and Dylan Harper each added 21 points, while Juwan Gary contributed 20. Rutgers also grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists.</p><p>Despite Rutgers' defensive efforts, they allowed 82 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field. The Scarlet Knights gave up 47% shooting on two-pointers, as their opponents went 19/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers' defense allowed 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they converted 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Nittany Lions Win at Home?</h3><h3>Penn State Nittany Lions Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Penn State’s record dropped to 12-6 after a 90-85 loss to Michigan State on Wednesday. The Nittany Lions were +11.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-36 at halftime, Penn State scored 49 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44. The game’s total points of 175 went over the pre-game line of 151.5.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 52.8%. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 62.1% of their shots, and they connected on 41.7% from beyond the arc, making 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, and they also shot 76% from the free-throw line, going 19-for-25.</p> <p>Ace Baldwin Jr. led the way with 20 points and 9 assists, while D'Marco Dunn and Frankie Fidler each added 18 points. Dunn hit 4 threes at a 57.1% clip, and Fidler shot 61.5% from the field. Zach Hicks also knocked down 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep, and Jaden Akins contributed 16 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Even with Penn State allowing 90 points, their opponent struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 26% on 6/23 three-point attempts. However, they were effective inside, hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 26/45.</p> <p>Penn State sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 83%. The Nittany Lions also gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>The Lakers and Sharks are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sharks will host the game at Steinberg Wellness Center in Brooklyn, NY. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have LIU as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 125.5 points.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS LIU SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Steinberg Wellness Center at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 125.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Brooklyn Possible for the Lakers?</h3><h3>Mercyhurst Lakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lakers improved to 5-12 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Wagner on Saturday. Mercyhurst entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-22 at halftime, the Lakers scored 47 points in the 2nd half while holding Wagner to 35 points. The game’s total points of 134 went over the pre-game line of 119.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Mercyhurst Lakers put up 69 points, shooting 48.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, hitting 6 of 15, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 23 of 27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Aidan Reichert led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 53.8% overall. R.J. Greene added 17 points in 21 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots, while Zaire Williams contributed 15 points despite shooting just 35.7% from the field.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Mercyhurst allowed 65 points in their last game. The Lakers held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 18 made baskets on 43 attempts.</p> <p>Mercyhurst gave up 14 two-point shots on 28 attempts (50%) and 4 three-pointers on 15 attempts (26%). They also sent their opponent to the line 29 times, where they converted 25 free throws (86%).</p><h3>Can the Sharks Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>LIU improved to 7-11 on the season with a 64-51 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday. Playing at home, the Sharks entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>LIU took control early, leading 34-23 at halftime. They scored 30 points in the 2nd half while holding the Red Flash to 28. The game’s total points of 115 fell short of the 133.5 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, the LIU Sharks put up 64 points, shooting 44.7% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 20 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.2%, and they connected on 87.5% of their free throws, going 14 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% overall and 37.5% from three. The Sharks grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists in the game.</p><p>LIU Sharks held their opponent to 51 points, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Sharks gave up 13 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, LIU's defense allowed 8 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 40%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 14 free throws, an 87% rate. LIU gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mercyhurst Lakers vs LIU Sharks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Detroit Pistons will travel to Houston to take on the Rockets in a non-conference matchup. The Pistons are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 21-21, while the Rockets are 2nd in the West at 28-13. Detroit has lost two straight games and is listed as an 8-point underdog.</p>

<p>Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 ET at the Toyota Center. The game will be televised on SCHN.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -8</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-110 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Pistons Ready for a Win at Houston?</h3><p>Detroit fell to 21-21 on the season after a 125-121 home loss to the Suns on Saturday. The Pistons were +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 246, well over the 226.5-point line.</p> <p>The game was tightly contested throughout, with the Pistons trailing by just three points heading into the 4th quarter. Each quarter was close, but the Suns edged out Detroit in every period, including a 27-26 advantage in the final frame.</p><p>In their 125-121 loss to the Suns, the Pistons shot 46.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.3% of their threes, making 9 in total. Tobias Harris led the way with 21 points, 13 of which came in the opening quarter.</p> <p>Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 11 assists, despite shooting just 26.9% from the field. Jalen Duren contributed 15 points, scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter, while Malik Beasley chipped in 14 points.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they managed to tighten things up in the 4th, allowing just 27. Overall, they allowed 125 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Detroit did well in limiting the Suns from beyond the arc, holding them to 7 made threes on 28% shooting. However, they sent Phoenix to the line 40 times, where the Suns converted 32 free throws. The Pistons recorded 5 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 28-13 on the season with a 125-103 road win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Houston, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 228 points went over the 223.5-point line.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 10-0 run, jumping out to a 12-2 lead. After a close first half, they pulled away by outscoring Portland 36-24 in the 3rd quarter and 38-29 in the 4th.</p><p>Jalen Green led the Rockets with 26 points in their win over the Trail Blazers, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate. Alperen Şengün added 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Dillon Brooks contributed 22 points.</p> <p>Houston connected on 14 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep. Green scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter, while Şengün added 14 in the same period. Tari Eason chipped in 9 of his 18 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Rockets held the Trail Blazers to 103 points on Saturday, allowing 23 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd. They gave up 24 points in the 3rd quarter and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Houston limited Portland to 12 made three-pointers on 33% shooting. The Trail Blazers went 13/18 from the free-throw line. The Rockets grabbed 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 4:05 PM ET, the Braves and Pirates face off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, and the Braves are the favorites on the money line (-157). The Pirates have a record of 24-28, while the Braves are 29-19. Mitch Keller will start for the Pirates, and he will be facing off against Reynaldo Lopez.</p>

<p>There does appear to be a chance of rain in Pittsburgh on Saturday, with the forecasted temperature being 77 degrees. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and the game can be seen on BSSE.</p><h3>ATLANTA BRAVES VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Braves Moneyline -157</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 4:05 ET on Saturday, May 25th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BRAVES VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Pirates 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>Pittsburgh cruised to an easy 11-5 win over the Braves in the most recent game of this series. The Pirates had a huge 3rd inning, scoring nine of their eleven runs. As for the Braves, they scored all five of their runs in the 8th. Heading into the game, the Pirates were at +151 on the money line.</p>

<p>Bailey Falter only went 7 1/3 innings for the Pirates but gave up just three hits and three earned runs. He finished the game with four strikeouts but issued one walk. On the other side, Ray Kerr got the start for the Braves and went just four innings, giving up five runs on seven hits.</p>

<p>Pittsburgh's offense was led by Jared Triolo, who homered and went 1/5 with two RBIs. Edward Olivares also had a three-hit game and scored twice for the Pirates. As for the Braves, Ronald Acuna Jr. hit a home run and went 2/4.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 29-19, the Braves are six games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. So far, they have gone 10-5 against other teams in the NL East. The Braves are on the road today, and they are 13-11 on the road compared to going 16-8 at home.</p>

<p>Atlanta has dropped two straight games and are just 4-6 over their last 10. As the favorite, the Braves have gone 28-16 and just 1-3 as the underdog. So far, they have won two straight series on the road, and their overall series record is 11-4-1 this year.</p><p>The Braves have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 25-23 overall. They have been even better on the road, going 14-10. Their average run margin is +0.9 runs per game, and they have a +1.2 run scoring margin on the road. They have been a better bet on the run line in games they have won, with an average run margin of +3.7 runs per game.</p><p>The Atlanta Braves are on the road against the Pittsburgh Pirates today. Their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season. The over/under record for Braves games this season is 16-30, and the average over/under line for their games is 9 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, their games have gone over the total 4 times and under 8 times. So far this season, 47.9% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Reynaldo López gets the start for the Braves today as he faces the Pirates on the road. He has made eight starts this year and has a record of 2-1 with an ERA of 1.54. So far, López has turned in five quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow an earned run. Against the Padres on May 20th, he went 6 1/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, four hits, and one walk. López finished with a no-decision in that outing. Looking back at his last three starts, he has finished with a no-decision in each one.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 15 home runs are 3rd in the league and leads the Braves. He is also 2nd in the MLB with 47 RBIs. Ozuna has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/36 in his last 10 games with three homers and seven RBIs. Matt Olson is 2nd on the team in RBIs, but he is hitting just .219 this season.</p>

<p>Overall, the Braves are 9th in the league in scoring at 4.6 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .250, which is 7th in the league, and are one of the top home run hitting teams in the league.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>The Pirates have an overall record of 24-28 heading into today's game vs. the Braves, and they are six games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. So far, they are 7-7 in divisional games. Pittsburgh has won three straight games as the underdog, and they are 17-14 as the underdog overall. As the favorite, the Pirates are just 7-14 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 6-4 as the underdog, and they are an even 13-14 on the road. Pittsburgh has an overall series record of 5-8-3 this year and has dropped three straight series at home. The Pirates have taken the first game of this series vs. the Braves.</p><p>When the Pirates win, they win big, with an average run margin of 2.7 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.2 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 29-23, and they are 23-8 against the run line as an underdog. They have covered the run line in five straight games as the underdog.</p><p>When the Pirates play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, and their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game this season. Their over/under record is 26-25 overall, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, they are 11-7. So far this season, 57.7% of their games have had lower over/under lines than 8.5 runs. Their games have gone over the line in four straight contests.</p><p>Mitch Keller will be looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win and gave up just two earned runs in six innings of work. Against the Cubs, he gave up three hits, two walks, and one homer. Keller has made 10 starts this season and has a record of 5-3 to go along with a 3.84 ERA. Opposing batters are hitting .251 off the right-hander this season. Keller has turned in five quality starts and has a WHIP of 1.28. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.97 strikeouts and 2.8 walks.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Pirates offense is averaging just 4 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They have been slightly better on the road, averaging 4.1 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .230, and their team on-base percentage of .305 is 17th in the league. The Pirates have been good at drawing walks this season and are 4th in the league in that category.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds, Oneil Cruz, and Andrew McCutchen are all tied for the team lead in homers, with seven long balls apiece. Reynolds is also the team's leader in RBIs (27) and is batting .258 for the season. McCutchen has gone 8/24 in his last six games and is hitting just .232 for the season.</p>

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