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<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>

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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>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>

Alcorn State Braves vs Prairie View A&M Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolfpack and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! North Carolina State come into this Atlantic Coast conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 132.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>North Carolina State dropped to 9-7 on the season after a narrow 63-61 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Wolfpack were +4.5 point underdogs heading into the game and managed to cover the spread, but they couldn’t pull off the win at home.</p> <p>NC State trailed 26-20 at halftime but came out strong in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 37. Despite the late push, they couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 124 fell well short of the 150.5 over/under line.</p><p>NC State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and 15.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they did manage to connect on 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Hill added 20 points and 9 rebounds. The Wolfpack grabbed 16 offensive boards but finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of just 36% (24/65). They limited two-point shooting to 21/46 (45%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense was even more effective, allowing only 3/19 (15%) shooting. They sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws (83%).</p><h3>Will Virginia Tech Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 7-9 on the season with a 71-68 road win over California on Saturday. The Hokies entered the game as +7 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia Tech appeared to be cruising after taking a 42-23 lead into halftime, but they allowed Cal to score 45 points in the 2nd half while managing just 29 points themselves. Despite the late scare, the Hokies held on for the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from three-point range, finishing with 71 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.2%, and they hit 24 of 41 two-point attempts (58.5%).</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the Hokies with 24 points, despite shooting 40% overall and 16.7% from deep. Tyler Johnson contributed 11 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 71.4% of his shots. Virginia Tech also recorded 12 assists and 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 32% shooting from the field, including 36% from two-point range (15/41).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they limited the damage to 7 made threes on 27 attempts (25%).</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Betting on today's Pride and Dragons game? Catch the action at Daskalakis Athletic Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 122.5 points, with Drexel being favored by -2.5 at home against Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Daskalakis Athletic Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 122.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hofstra’s season record dropped to 8-8 after a 65-60 road loss to Towson on Thursday. The Pride entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 125 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 124.5.</p> 

<p>Hofstra led 41-32 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 19 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 58.6% (17/29) and 30.4% from beyond the arc (7/23). They hit 83.3% of their free throws, going 5-for-6 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Graham was a standout, hitting 85.7% of his shots (6/7) and grabbing 7 rebounds. Tyler Tejada and Jean Aranguren each connected on 2 of 5 threes, with Tejada scoring 16 points and Aranguren adding 14 along with 5 assists. Nendah Tarke also contributed 14 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>Hofstra's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (21/53). They allowed 45% shooting from two-point range, with the opponent hitting 15 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hofstra's defense gave up 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws (73%). Hofstra allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Drexel Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drexel fell to 9-8 on the season after a 65-54 home loss to Elon on Thursday. The Dragons, who were -1.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 119 fell short of the O/U line of 133.5.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-31 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28.</p><p>Drexel managed just 54 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 7 attempts (57.1%).</p> <p>Sam Sherry led the way with 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Kobe MaGee added 17 points, while Jason Drake and TJ Simpkins each contributed 15 points, with Simpkins hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% clip.</p><p>Even with Drexel's defense holding them to 65 points, the opposing team managed to shoot 40% from the field, connecting on 21 of their 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 13/28, shooting 46% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they hit 8 of their 24 shots, good for 33%. At the free-throw line, they made 4 of 7 attempts, shooting 57%. Drexel also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hurricanes and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! In this non-conference matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>The Hurricanes enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Hurricanes Win on the Road?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 27-16-3 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>After taking a 1-0 lead, Carolina allowed two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the way for the Hurricanes with two goals, including his 3rd of the season. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the year and contributed two assists, giving him 12 assists this season. Andrei Svechnikov closed the scoring with an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the campaign.</p> <p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal but was held scoreless on the power play. They scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added their final goal with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Despite allowing two late goals in the first period, the Hurricanes' defense tightened up, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third periods. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while Carolina's defense added 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Blackhawks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 victory over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 15-28-3 this season. Chicago not only won outright but also covered the puck line as underdogs. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who built a 3-0 lead before the Ducks got on the board. Ryan Donato’s goal at 17:43 in the third period extended Chicago’s lead to 4-1, before Anaheim added a late goal with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Chicago's offense netted four goals in their 4-2 win over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen scored for the 4th time this year. Isaak Phillips also found the back of the net, marking his first goal of the season.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Taylor Hall added another assist, giving him 4 so far. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage in the Blackhawks' 4-2 win over the Ducks. The defense had 6 takeaways and 5 hits but gave up two late goals, one at 10:16 in the 3rd period and another at 19:56.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Jets versus the Hockey Club? The puck drops at 9:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT. The Jets are favored by -1.5 in this Central divisional contest against the Hockey Club. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>With the Jets being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 3-2 in favor of the Jets.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Jets Ready for a Win at Salt Lake City?</h3><p>With a 7-4 victory over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 31-13-3. Winnipeg, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the teams combined for 11.</p>

<p>All seven of Winnipeg’s goals came from different players. They fell behind 2-0 in the first period before scoring their first goal at the 7:37 mark. The Jets took the lead for good with a goal at 12:22 in the third period, adding two empty-netters to seal the win.</p><p>In their 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets' offense was highlighted by two empty-net goals, with Cole Perfetti scoring his 4th of the season and Nikolaj Ehlers adding his 9th. Ehlers also picked up his 9th assist on Logan Stanley’s 1st goal of the year. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets with his 3rd goal and later added his 7th assist.</p> <p>Mark Scheifele netted his 8th goal and recorded his 10th assist on Ehlers’ empty-netter. Dylan Samberg scored his 3rd goal, while Alex Iafallo added his 1st, which came on a power play. The Jets fired 34 shots on goal and registered 10 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets gave up the first two goals of the game and another to tie it at 3-3, before allowing the Lightning to make it 4-4 at the 6:51 mark of the 3rd period. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p><h3>Does Utah Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Utah dropped to 19-19-7 with a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5. Utah, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line.</p> 

<p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. All three of Utah’s goals came from different players in this one.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal in their recent 4-3 loss to Vegas, with three different players finding the net. Logan Cooley scored his second goal of the season, Ian Cole added his first, and Alexander Kerfoot netted his second goal, which tied the game 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, bringing his season total to two. Cooley also added his eighth assist, while Jack McBain earned his third and Clayton Keller his sixth. The team recorded 13 offensive giveaways.</p><p>Utah's defense will need to regroup after giving up the game-winning goal just 2:15 into overtime against the Golden Knights. They had taken a 2-0 lead in the 2nd period, but Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%.</p>

Winnipeg Jets vs Utah Hockey Club Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<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>

Columbia Lions vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Today at 5:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (21-20) will host the Boston Celtics (29-13) in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are currently favored by 8.5 points and have a moneyline of -337 (Warriors: +272). The over/under line is set at 224.</p>

<p>Golden State has won their last two games and is 11th in the Western Conference. Boston is 2nd in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Atlantic Division.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 5:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-99 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Boston?</h3><p>The Celtics fell to 29-13 on the season after a 119-115 loss to the Hawks on Saturday. Boston was -9.5 point favorites at home but couldn’t cover the spread, losing by four points. The total score of 234 points came in just under the 237.5-point line.</p> <p>Boston jumped out to a 33-21 lead after the 1st quarter, but Atlanta responded with a 31-15 2nd quarter. The Celtics regained control with a 30-21 3rd quarter, leading 78-73 heading into the 4th, but the Hawks outscored them 31-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>In their 119-115 loss to the Hawks, the Celtics struggled offensively, shooting just 38.5% from the field and 28.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 15 threes. Jaylen Brown led the way with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists, despite shooting 33.3% and 22.2% from three.</p> <p>Jayson Tatum also shot 33.3%, finishing with 23 points, while Derrick White added 21 points, making 5 threes at 31.2%. Payton Pritchard was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 13 of his 20 points late in the game.</p><p>Despite strong defensive efforts in the 1st and 3rd quarters, where they allowed just 21 points each, the Celtics gave up 31 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, leading to a 119-115 loss to the Hawks. Boston held Atlanta to just 9 made three-pointers, with the Hawks shooting 24% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Boston sent Atlanta to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 22 attempts. The Celtics grabbed 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 13 offensive boards. They also recorded 13 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>No Pressure for Golden State as Home Dogs</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 21-20 on the season with a 122-114 win over the Wizards on Saturday. Golden State was favored by 13.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, winning by eight. The total points for the game were 236, surpassing the over/under line of 231.5.</p> <p>Golden State took control with an 11-0 run, turning a 65-58 deficit into a 69-65 lead. They outscored Washington 36-27 in the 3rd quarter and 33-27 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>Andrew Wiggins led the Warriors to a win over the Wizards, scoring 31 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 54.5% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 40%. Stephen Curry added 26 points, though he struggled from deep, making 4 threes at just 28.6%. Dennis Schröder contributed 20 points, shooting 50% overall and from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Golden State hit 14 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from long range and 46.9% overall. Wiggins scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter and added 9 more in the 4th, while Curry also put up 9 points in the final period. Schröder added 10 points in the 3rd quarter as well.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors gave up 114 points to the Wizards but managed to secure the win. They allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd and 4th, giving up just 27 points in each.</p> <p>Golden State held Washington to 44% shooting overall, but struggled to defend the three, where the Wizards hit 22 threes at a 48% clip. The Warriors sent Washington to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Warriors also recorded 6 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<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>The Bulldogs and Lobos are set to face off at 5:00 ET on CBSS. The Lobos will host the game at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. This Mountain West conference matchup has an over/under of 162.5 points, and New Mexico is favored to win by -20.5 at home vs. Fresno State.</p><h3>FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 5:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Even though we have New Mexico winning straight-up, we like Fresno State at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Fresno State Have A Chance at The Pit?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Fresno State improved to 5-13 on the season with a 74-65 win over Air Force on Friday, January 17th. Playing at home, the Bulldogs entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Fresno State jumped out to a 41-24 lead at halftime, but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33 of their own. Despite the defensive lapse, they held on for the win.</p><p>Fresno State put up 74 points in their last game, hitting 50% of their shots from the field. They connected on 63.3% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 27.8% (5/18). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 21 of 23 attempts for a 91.3% success rate.</p> <p>Zaon Collins led the way with 23 points, shooting 63.6% overall and 50% from three. Alex Crawford added 21 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, while Luke Kearney contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, though he shot just 30.4% from the field.</p><p>Fresno State's defense gave up 65 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they gave up 19 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fresno State held their opponent to 5 made threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 21, shooting 91%. Fresno State allowed 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lobos Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Lobos improved to 14-4 on the season with a dominant 84-65 win over Boise State on Friday. Playing at home, New Mexico entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 149, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 
<p>New Mexico jumped out to a commanding 48-21 lead by halftime, but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 36. Despite the defensive lapse, the Lobos’ strong first half was enough to secure the win.</p><p>New Mexico's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points while shooting 54.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.6%, thanks in part to their 46.7% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 15 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were perfect, going 15 for 15.</p> <p>The Lobos shared the ball well, dishing out 22 assists, with Donovan Dent leading the way with 7. Dent also contributed 16 points, as did Nelly Junior Joseph, who added 9 rebounds. Tru Washington was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even though New Mexico gave up 65 points, they allowed the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field, including 57% on two-point attempts. The Lobos also conceded 7 threes, with the other team shooting 46% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>New Mexico sent their opponent to the line 15 times, and they made all their free throws. The Lobos did well on the boards, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

Fresno State Bulldogs vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wild and Avalanche game? Catch the action at Ball Arena in Denver, CO, as the Avalanche hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Avalanche are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Avalanche will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>The Avalanche should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Wild?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-15-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Matt Boldy netted his 6th goal of the season, scoring the game-winner in overtime as the Wild took 33 shots on goal. Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for Minnesota with his 3rd goal, which came 9:41 into the first period.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 3. Marco Rossi added his 7th assist on Boldy’s overtime goal. The Wild had 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Minnesota's defense allowed a late first-period goal to Toronto, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for the rest of the game. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Will Colorado Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Avalanche dropped to 28-18-1 after a 5-2 road loss to the Predators. Colorado was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 6.5 goals was surpassed, with the teams combining for 7.</p> <p>Colorado took the lead with a goal from Cale Makar at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with five straight goals. Nathan MacKinnon scored for the Avalanche at 17:43 in the third period, cutting the deficit to 3-2, before Nashville added two empty-net goals to seal the win.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado registered 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with a power-play goal, his 5th of the season. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, while also picking up his 14th assist on Makar’s goal.</p> <p>The Avalanche had 23 giveaways and scored their first goal 2:54 into the second period. MacKinnon took 6 shots on goal, and Makar added 3. Devon Toews earned his 2nd assist of the season on MacKinnon's goal.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled late, giving up two goals in the final 1:14 of the 3rd period. The Avalanche had taken a 1-0 lead at 17:06 in the 2nd period, but they allowed five of the game's final six goals. Justus Annunen recorded 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Jazz (-568) will travel to take on the Pelicans (+418) at the Smoothie King Center. Utah (10-30) is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 15th in the Western Conference. New Orleans (11-32) has won three straight games and is 14th in the West.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is 232.5 points. The Pelicans (-11) are favored by 11 points over the Jazz. Gulf will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -11</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-62 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Find a Way to Win in New Orleans?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 10-30 on the season after a 136-123 loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Utah, who entered the game as +12 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 259 points exceeded the pre-game total of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans took control early with a 17-0 run, pushing the score from 15-8 to 32-8. Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19, but the Pelicans extended their lead to 96-80 heading into the 4th. Despite a 43-point effort in the final quarter, Utah couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Keyonte George led the Jazz with 26 points and 4 made threes in their loss to the Pelicans, shooting 44.4% from deep. Collin Sexton added 24 points on 63.6% shooting, while Drew Eubanks contributed 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots. The Jazz connected on 13 threes at a 34.2% rate, with an overall field goal percentage of 50%.</p> <p>George scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Eubanks added 9 in the final period. Svi Mykhailiuk had 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter, and Sexton chipped in 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they held the Pelicans to just 19 points, the Jazz couldn’t contain New Orleans in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing 42 and 40 points, respectively, in a 136-123 loss. Overall, the Pelicans shot 47% from the field.</p> <p>The Jazz struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Pelicans hit 22 threes at a 44% clip. Utah also sent New Orleans to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 attempts. The Jazz recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Smoothie King Center?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 11-32 on the season with a 136-123 win over the Jazz on Friday. Playing at home, New Orleans entered the game as -12 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 259.5 exceeded the O/U line of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans jumped out to a big lead early, going on a 17-0 run to take the score from 15-8 to 32-8. They led 42-22 after the 1st quarter, but Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19. The Pelicans regained control in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 35-28, and despite losing the 4th quarter 43-40, they held on for the win.</p><p>The Pelicans knocked down 22 threes at a 44% clip in their win over the Jazz, finishing with 136 points. CJ McCollum led the way, hitting 6 threes and scoring 26 points, with 15 of those coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Jose Alvarado scored 16 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Zion Williamson added 9 of his 24 points in the final period. Trey Murphy also contributed 19 points in the win.</p><p>Despite giving up 123 points, the Pelicans' defense was solid in the 1st and 3rd quarters, where they allowed 22 and 28 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 43 points. Overall, they allowed the Jazz to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pelicans held the Jazz to 13 made threes on 34% shooting. They also sent Utah to the line 30 times, where the Jazz made 24 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 9 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Bulldogs and Keydets are set to face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Keydets will host the game at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. Citadel is favored by -1 in this Southern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 136.5 points.</p><h3>CITADEL BULLDOGS VS VMI KEYDETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VMI Keydets +1</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VMI KEYDETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Keydets.</li><li>Not only will VMI pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Bulldogs Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs dropped to 1-11 on the season after a 70-57 loss to UNCG on Wednesday. Citadel, who were +16.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread in the loss.</p> 

<p>Citadel trailed 34-29 at halftime and were outscored 36-28 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>In their recent game, the Citadel Bulldogs managed just 57 points, shooting 41.2% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 53.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Brody Fox led the way with 21 points, while Donovan Atwell added 19, connecting on 5 of 9 threes. Joryam Saizonou contributed 16 points and dished out 10 assists, and Demetrius Davis grabbed 9 rebounds to go with his 14 points.</p><p>Despite the Citadel Bulldogs' defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 70 points. The Bulldogs allowed 43% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 21 of 48 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs gave up 12 threes on 26 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 16 for 84%.</p><h3>Are VMI Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>VMI improved to 3-11 on the season with a 66-50 win over Western Carolina on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Keydets were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 116 fell well short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>VMI led 29-28 at halftime but took control in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 37-22 to seal the win.</p><p>VMI's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.3% overall and 33.3% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.1%, and they connected on only 38.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Despite their shooting woes, the Keydets excelled at the free-throw line, making 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% success rate. Four players shared the team-high with 14 points, including Augustinas Kiudulas, Tan Yildizoglu, Rickey Bradley Jr., and Bernard Pelote.</p><p>VMI's defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 35% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 8 of 21 attempts for 38%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VMI allowed 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% success rate. They sent the opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 20 for 95%. VMI also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Citadel Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Celtics and Cavaliers are tied at one game apiece heading into game three of this Eastern Conference first-round matchup. Saturday's game is being played in Cleveland at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and is set to tip-off at 8:30 PM ET. ABC is carrying the game on TV. The Celtics are favored by 7.5 points and are -331 on the money line. The Cavaliers are +265, and the over/under line is at 211 points.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 8:30 ET on Saturday, May 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-105 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><p>Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers pulled off a big upset in the most recent game of this series, as they picked up a 118-94 win over the Celtics. Cleveland was a 13-point underdog heading into the game, and they easily covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 212.5 points, and the teams just missed the over, as they combined for 212 points.</p>

<p>Mitchell had a big game for the Cavaliers, scoring 29 points and hitting five threes. Evan Mobley also had a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds. As a team, the Cavaliers shot 54.7% from the field. On the other side, the Celtics shot just 41.2% from the field and made only eight threes. Jayson Tatum had 25 points to lead the Celtics.</p><h3>Will the Celtics Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>The Celtics are favored by 7.5 points today against the Cavaliers. This season, they have been favored in 85 of their 82 games and have a record of 67-18 as the favorite. As the favorite, they have gone 44-37 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +12 points per game.</p>

<p>Boston's ATS record for the season is 46-39, including a 21-20 record on the road. They have covered the spread in their last two road games and have an average scoring differential of +7.9 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Celtics lost to the Cavaliers by a score of 118-94. Boston was favored by 13 points in that game and the O/U line was 212. The Celtics' ATS result in that game was a loss.</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 46-42-1, with an average combined scoring total of 227.8 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 211, and 83 of their games have had higher O/U lines than that.</p>

<p>Boston is currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 64-18. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 41-11 and 23-7 against the West.</p><p>This season, Jayson Tatum is averaging 26.9 points per game, and 10.4 rebounds over his last five games. In terms of three-point shooting, the Celtics lead the league in both three-point attempts and three-pointers made per game. Overall, they have hit 38% of their threes, which is the second-best mark in the NBA.</p>

<p>Jaylen Brown has averaged 23 points per game in his last five games, while shooting 52.2% from the field. Derrick White is averaging 22.8 points per game in his last five games, and 4.6 made threes per game. Over his last five games, Brown hit just 23.1% of his threes.</p><p>When it comes to defense, the Boston Celtics are one of the best in the league, ranking 4th in points allowed per game at 108.2. They have been particularly stingy on the road, giving up just 109.4 points per game away from home, which is 3rd in the NBA.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Celtics have been even better, allowing just 93.8 points per game, which is tops in the league over that stretch. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Boston is 3rd overall at 45.3%.</p>

<p>One area where opponents have had success is from three-point range, as they are shooting 34.7% from beyond the arc vs. the Celtics this season. However, Boston has done a good job of keeping teams off the free-throw line, ranking 1st in made free throws allowed per game.</p><h3>Can Cleveland Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Cavaliers have an overall record of 48-34 and are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 31-21 compared to 17-13 against the West.</p>

<p>At home, the Cavaliers are 30-15 this season and have won their last four games straight up. Against the spread at home, they are 22-23 and have an average scoring margin of +4.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Cleveland has been the underdog in 34 of their 82 games this season and have a record of 12-22 in those games. As the underdog, they are 15-18 against the spread with an average scoring differential of -6.5 points per game.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Cavaliers defeated the Celtics by a score of 118-94. Cleveland was a 13-point underdog in that game and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 212.5 points.</p>

<p>This season, the Cavaliers have an O/U record of 45-45-1, and 73 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 211. On average, their games have scored 220.6 points.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell is averaging 35.8 points per game over his last five games on a shooting percentage of 49.2%. In these games, he also averaged 6.4 rebounds. For the season, he is averaging 26.6 points per game. Darius Garland has averaged 16.8 points and 4.6 assists in his last five games.</p>

<p>Cleveland is averaging 113.3 points per game at home this year, which is 17th in the league. Overall, they are 23rd in scoring at 112.6 points per contest. The team's three-point shooting percentage of 36% is 19th in the NBA.</p><p>Coming into tonight's game, the Cavaliers have been one of the best defensive teams in the league, ranking 7th overall in points per game allowed. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 102.8 points per contest.</p>

<p>One area where Cleveland has been particularly strong is defending the three-point line. On the season, they are 10th in three-point shooting percentage allowed, and over their last five games, they have been even better, ranking 5th in three-point percentage allowed.</p>

<p>So far this season, opponents have scored less than their season average in 72% of games against the Cavaliers. Additionally, teams have made fewer threes than their season average in 64.6% of games vs. Cleveland.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 5/11/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Flames and Redbirds game? Catch the action at CEFCU Arena in Normal, IL, as the Redbirds hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on MARQ. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Illinois State is favored by -4.5 to win at home against UIC.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CEFCU Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Redbirds.</li><li>Not only will Illinois State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Flames Ready for a Win at Normal?</h3><p>UIC improved to 5-4 on the season with a 79-68 win over Seattle on Friday. The Flames were +6.5 point underdogs going into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>UIC led 34-32 at halftime and took control in the 2nd half, outscoring Seattle 45-36. The total points for the game came in just under the O/U line of 148.5, with a combined 147 points.</p><p>In their latest game, UIC's offense put up 79 points, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.4%. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, going 9-for-21, and hit 76.2% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Brayden Maldonado led the way, hitting 5-of-7 from deep and finishing with 22 points on 72.7% shooting. Ahmad Henderson II added 14 points and 9 assists, while Filip Skobalj contributed 11 points, hitting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>UIC's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field on 24 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, the Flames allowed 18 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, UIC's defense held their opponents to 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% success rate. The Flames also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 14, shooting 66%. UIC allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Redbirds Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Illinois State improved to 7-4 on the season with an 80-77 road win over Cornell on Sunday. The Redbirds entered the game as +6 underdogs but pulled off the upset, covering the spread in the process.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Illinois State tightened up defensively, holding Cornell to 32 points in the second half while scoring 37 themselves. The total points for the game finished just under the 157.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Illinois State's offense shone in their latest game, putting up 80 points with a 50% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63%, thanks to hitting 14 of 26 from beyond the arc, good for 53.8%.</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke each contributed 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from three, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland hitting 2 of 2.</p><p>Illinois State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Redbirds gave up 22 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 78% conversion rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 made threes on 25 attempts, a 24% shooting percentage. The opposing team also shot 88% from the free-throw line, making 15 of 17 attempts. Illinois State limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 3.</p>

UIC Flames vs Illinois State Redbirds NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<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>The Vandals and Grizzlies are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Grizzlies will host the game at Dahlberg Arena in Missoula, MT. This Big Sky conference matchup has an over/under of 149 points, and Montana is favored to win by -4.5 at home vs. Idaho.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS MONTANA GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montana Grizzlies -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dahlberg Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTANA GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Montana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Vandals Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Idaho Vandals Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Vandals improved to 6-10 on the season with an 83-76 win over Eastern Washington on Saturday. Idaho, who were -3 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Idaho led 38-26 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 45 of their own. The total points for the game hit 159, surpassing the O/U line of 148.</p><p>Idaho put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.8%, thanks in part to hitting 66.7% of their two-point attempts (22/33). From beyond the arc, they connected on just 27.6% of their shots (8/29).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Vandals were perfect, going 15/15. They grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Mason Williams led the way with 21 points, while Kristian Gonzalez added 20, hitting 3 threes at a 42.9% clip.</p><p>Idaho's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 66% of their two-point attempts, with 22 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Idaho's opponents shot 27%, connecting on 8 of 29 three-point attempts. The Vandals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted all their attempts. Idaho gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Grizzlies Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Montana Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Grizzlies fell to 8-8 on the season after a tough 86-62 road loss to Idaho State on Saturday. Entering the game as +2 underdogs, Montana not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 148, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Montana looked strong early, leading 44-36 at halftime. However, they managed just 18 points in the 2nd half while allowing 50, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In their last game, the Grizzlies managed just 62 points, shooting 39.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They hit 42.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 19 attempts, but struggled inside, shooting only 37.8% on two-pointers. Their free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they made just 9 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Isaiah Griffin led the way with 23 points, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three. Jake O'Neil contributed 19 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, hitting 75% of his shots. Connor Hollenbeck added 15 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 66.7% from deep.</p><p>Montana's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 55% shooting. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 26 makes on 43 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Montana's defense allowed 7 threes on 16 attempts, a 43% clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 13 for 81%. The Grizzlies gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Montana Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Red Flash versus the Seahawks? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NEC. The game will be played at Spiro Sports Center in Staten Island, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 123.5 points, and Wagner is favored by -1.5 vs. Saint Francis U in a Northeast conference matchup.</p><h3>SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH VS WAGNER SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spiro Sports Center at 1:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 123.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Saint Francis U Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Francis U’s struggles continued with a 64-51 loss to LIU on Saturday, dropping their record to 4-12. The Red Flash were +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 115 fell short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Francis U trailed 34-23 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 30.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 51 points and shooting 35.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 26 threes for 19.2%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, they connected on 54.5% of their two-point attempts, and they shot 70.6% from the free-throw line. Malachi Davis was a bright spot, scoring 23 points on 9 of 18 shooting, including 3 of 8 from three, and adding 3 assists.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense gave up 64 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field on 21 of 47 attempts. Inside the arc, they hit 13 of 27 shots for 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent connected on 8 of 20 attempts, shooting 40%. They also went to the line 16 times, making 14 free throws for 87%. Saint Francis U allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Wagner Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Seahawks dropped to 5-8 on the season after a 69-65 loss to Mercyhurst on Saturday. Wagner was a -5.5 favorite at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Wagner led 30-22 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half, while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 134, surpassing the O/U line of 119.5.</p><p>Wagner's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 15 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.5%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (14/28).</p> <p>They were strong at the free-throw line, converting 25 of 29 attempts for an 86.2% rate. Aidan Reichert led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, while R.J. Greene added 17 points on 3 of 4 shooting. Shemar Rathan-Mayes also shot 75%, contributing 14 points, including 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Wagner's defense gave up 69 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 18 of 43 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 50% of their shots, going 14 for 28.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wagner held the other team to 4 of 15 shooting, just 26%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they hit 25, good for 86%. Wagner also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Saint Francis U Red Flash vs Wagner Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 7:30 ET tonight, the Boston Celtics (-231) will host the Phoenix Suns (+188) in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 228.</p>

<p>Boston is currently on a three-game win streak and owns the best record in the Eastern Conference (51-14). The Suns (38-27) are 7th in the West, and 3rd in the Pacific Division.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-114 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Suns Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>In non-conference games, the Suns have gone 16-8 compared to 22-19 against Western Conference opponents. Their O/U record in non-conference games is 12-6-1.</p>

<p>Phoenix's ATS record for the season is 25-39, including 13-17 on the road and 12-22 at home. They have failed to cover the spread in their last three games on the road and are 7-10 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Suns are 17-13 straight-up and have won their last two games. In games against the Western Conference, they are currently 3rd in the Pacific Division and 7th overall.</p>

<p>Phoenix's O/U record for the season is 28-36-1. Today's line of 228 is lower than the season average of 231.3 points per game. In 45 of their games, the O/U line has been higher than 228.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Suns beat the Cavaliers by a score of 117-111. They were favored by 7 points in that game and are 32-16 as the favorite this season. The win improved their overall record to 38-27.</p><p>The Suns' offense is scoring 117 points per game this season, which is 11th in the NBA. On the road, Phoenix is averaging 117.1 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Suns have outscored the NBA scoring average in 56.9% of their games. In terms of pace, Phoenix is 15th in the league at 98.6 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Suns are 5th in field goal percentage at 49%. They are also 4th in true shooting percentage. Inside the arc, Phoenix is making 56% of their shots (9th).</p><p>The Suns' defense is presently ranked 16th in the league, allowing an average of 114.3 points per contest. For the season, Phoenix is ranked 22nd in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 21.5 free-throws per game vs. the Suns and have an overall field goal percentage of 46.5%.</p><h3>Do the Celtics Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>In the Eastern Conference standings, the Celtics are in 1st place with a record of 51-14. Against other teams in the East, they are 33-7 and 18-7 against the West.</p>

<p>Boston has won three straight games and is favored by 5.5 points today. At home, the Celtics are 29-3 straight-up and 17-14 against the spread. Their average scoring margin at home is +15.4 PPG.</p>

<p>On the season, the Celtics have been favored in 62 of their 65 games. Their record as the favorite is 49-13, and they have gone 30-29 vs. the spread as the favorite.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Celtics defeated the Jazz by a score of 123-107. The O/U line for that game was 230, resulting in a push. Boston also covered the spread as 6.5-point favorites.</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 30-34-1. Their games have averaged 230.4 points per game, which is slightly higher than today's line of 228.</p><p>This season, the Celtics are one of the most prolific three-point shooting teams in the league, leading the NBA in both three-point attempts and makes. They are knocking down 38% of their looks from beyond the arc, which is 4th in the league.</p>

<p>Overall, the Celtics are 2nd in the NBA in scoring at 120.8 points per game. At home, they have been even better, averaging 123.4 points per contest.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Boston is 18th in the league at 97.8 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 10th at 48%.</p><p>At this time, the Celtics' defense is positioned 5th in the NBA, permitting 109.6 points per game. For the season, Boston is ranked 29th in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 18.3 free-throws per game vs. the Celtics and have an overall field goal percentage of 45.0%.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<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>At 10:30 ET, the Bulls (18-25) will take on the Clippers (24-17) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers are favored by 5.5 and have won four straight, while the Bulls have lost five in a row.</p>

<p>This game can be seen on CHSN and will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-111 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulls Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Bulls dropped to 18-25 on the season after a 113-102 road loss to the Trail Blazers on Sunday. Chicago, who entered the game as 4.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 215 points fell well short of the 236.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Chicago started strong, leading 34-22 after the 1st quarter, but a 10-0 run by Portland shifted the momentum. The Bulls were outscored 31-19 in the 2nd quarter and 34-24 in the 3rd, leaving them trailing 87-77 heading into the 4th. Portland edged Chicago 26-25 in the final quarter to seal the win.</p><p>In their 113-102 loss to the Trail Blazers, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 44.4% from the field and hitting only 8 threes at a 27.6% clip. Zach LaVine led the way with 27 points, adding 9 in the 1st quarter and another 10 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Nikola Vucevic contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Patrick Williams added 15 points, including 8 in the final period. Williams also made 2 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls had a solid 1st quarter, allowing just 22 points, but struggled in the 2nd and 3rd, giving up 31 and 34 points, respectively, in their 113-102 loss to the Trail Blazers. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing 26 points. Overall, Chicago held Portland to 9 made threes on 29% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Chicago sent Portland to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Bulls grabbed 28 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Clippers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 24-17 on the season with a 116-102 win over the Lakers on Sunday. Playing at home, the Clippers were favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 218 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 216.5.</p> <p>After taking control early, the Clippers used a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring the Lakers 32-23. An 11-0 run extended their lead from 90-66 to 101-66, and although the Lakers edged the Clippers 25-24 in the 4th quarter, the game was already out of reach.</p><p>In their win over the Lakers, the Clippers shot 52.8% from the field, with Norman Powell leading the way with 22 points. James Harden and Ivica Zubac each added 21 points, with Zubac also grabbing 19 rebounds.</p> <p>The Clippers hit 11 threes at a 36.7% rate, with Harden making 4 of his attempts from deep. Powell scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, while Zubac added 7 in the 4th.</p><p>The Clippers' defense held the Lakers to 102 points on Sunday, with consistent efforts in each quarter. They gave up 26 points in the 1st, 23 in the 2nd, 28 in the 3rd, and 25 in the 4th.</p> <p>Despite allowing 50% shooting, the Clippers limited the Lakers to 9 made threes on 33% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 19 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Clippers grabbed 27 defensive rebounds, gave up 5 offensive boards, and recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Los Angeles Clippers 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>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Privateers versus the Demons? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Prather Coliseum in Natchitoches, LA. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 144.5 points, with Northwestern State being favored by -8.5 at home against New Orleans.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prather Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Demons.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern State winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog New Orleans?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>New Orleans improved to 4-14 on the season with an 82-73 road win over East Texas A&M on Saturday. The Privateers entered the game as +5.5 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, New Orleans took control in the second half, outscoring the Lions 49-40. Their strong second-half performance was key in securing the win.</p><p>New Orleans' offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points with a 56% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 64%, thanks in large part to their 60% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Jamond Vincent was perfect from three, going 5 for 5 and finishing with 28 points and 7 rebounds. Kohen Rowbatham added 24 points, shooting 70% from the field. The Privateers also connected on 17 of 27 free throws, shooting 63% from the line.</p><p>Despite New Orleans giving up 73 points, their defense struggled, allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Privateers gave up 20 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 64% shooting rate.</p> <p>New Orleans also allowed 8 three-pointers on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 32% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Privateers sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 64%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Demons?</h3><h3>Northwestern State Demons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Northwestern State’s season record dropped to 5-10 after a narrow 65-64 home loss to Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday. The Demons, who were -1.5 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-22 at halftime, Northwestern State mounted a strong comeback, outscoring the Lions 42-33 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Northwestern State's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 19 attempts for a 21.1% rate, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.1%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 57.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Demons were solid, making 12 of 14 attempts for 85.7%. They also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Jakevion Buckley led the team with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while Addison Patterson added 16 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Northwestern State's defense gave up 65 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 24 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 57% shooting, as the other team went 20 for 35 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Demons held their opponents to 21%, with just 4 made threes on 19 attempts. Northwestern State also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 12 for 85%.</p>

New Orleans Privateers vs Northwestern State Demons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, we have the Orioles and White Sox facing off in an AL matchup. The money line odds have the Orioles as the favorite, with their line sitting at -189 compared to the White Sox at +154. First pitch for this one is set for 2:10 PM ET, and MASN will be televising the game.</p>

<p>Today's over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs, and the Orioles are on a two-game winning streak. They are 31-18 and in 2nd place in the AL East, while the White Sox are 15-37 and in 5th place in the AL Central. Saturday's starting pitching matchup has Albert Suarez for the Orioles and Erick Fedde for the White Sox.</p><h3>BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS CHICAGO WHITE SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Guaranteed Rate Field at 2:10 ET on Saturday, May 25th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ORIOLES VS WHITE SOX:</h3><ul><li>We have the Orioles winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the White Sox 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>Baltimore picked up a 6-4 road win over the White Sox in the most recent game of this series. The Orioles had a huge 5th inning, scoring three of their six runs. As for the White Sox, they scored their final run in the 7th. Heading into the game, the Orioles were favored at -246 on the money line.</p>

<p>Corbin Burnes got the start for the Orioles, going six innings and giving up three earned runs. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued two walks. Yennier Cano got the win out of the bullpen, and Craig Kimbrel got the save.</p>

<p>Andrew Vaughn hit the game's only home run while going 2/3 with two RBIs, but it came in a losing effort. Gunnar Henderson did a bit of everything for the Orioles, going 2/5 with a home run and two RBIs.</p><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>The Orioles have won two straight games, and they are 31-18 overall this season, which has them three games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Baltimore has been really good against other teams in the AL East, putting together a record of 7-2 so far. Their overall series record is 10-4-2.</p>

<p>At home, the Orioles have gone 17-10 this year, and they have been good on the road as well, going 14-8. As the road favorite, the Orioles are 8-7 this year, and they are 24-16 as the favorite overall. So far, they have been really good as the underdog, going 7-2 this season. Baltimore will be looking to improve on their 5-5 mark over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Orioles are on the road, they are a good bet to cover the run line, as they are 12-10 in that department this season. They have covered the run line in two straight games and are 26-23 overall. Their average run margin for the season is +1.1, and it jumps to +1.2 when they are on the road.</p><p>The Baltimore Orioles are on the road today against the Chicago White Sox. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Orioles have been involved in high-scoring games this season, with their games averaging 8.8 runs per game. They have a 25-19 over/under record on the season, and when the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, they have a 10-7 record. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs, and 26.5% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs. Their current over streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Right-hander Albert Suárez is getting the start for the Orioles today as he faces the White Sox on the road. He has made three starts and 10 appearances this season, coming out of the bullpen for his last four outings. Suárez has a record of 2-0 and an ERA of 1.78. Opponents are batting .198 off Suárez this season, and his WHIP is .95. So far, he has allowed just one homer. Suárez has finished with a no-decision in each of his last four outings. Most recently, he pitched two-thirds of an inning out of the bullpen, not allowing a run in the outing.</p>
<p>The Orioles offense has been one of the best in the league so far, as they are 5th in the league in runs per game (5) and are also 2nd in home runs. As a team, they are batting .243, which is 11th in the league. Baltimore has been very patient at the plate, as they are one of the league's leaders in walks, but their team OBP of .303 is just 19th in the league.</p>

<p>Gunnar Henderson has been on a tear of late, going 10/32 over his last nine games with five homers and 10 RBIs. For the season, he is batting .272 with a league-leading 17 home runs. Adley Rutschman has also been a key power source for the Orioles, as he is 2nd on the team with nine homers and is batting .303.</p><h3>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 15-37, the White Sox are in 5th place in the AL Central, and they trail the Guardians by 19.5 games for the division lead. So far, they have really struggled against other AL Central teams, going 5-19 this year. Chicago has dropped three straight games, and they have lost two straight series. This year, their series record is 4-11-1.</p>

<p>At home, the White Sox are 10-16 compared to 5-21 on the road. This season, they are just 2-0 as the favorite, and they are 13-37 as the underdog. So far, they have really struggled in day games, going 5-18.</p><p>The White Sox are 15-11 on the run line at home this season, but just 8-18 on the run line on the road. They have failed to cover the run line in their last two home games and are 3-0 against the run line as the favorite this season.</p>The Chicago White Sox will be playing at home against the Baltimore Orioles today, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for White Sox games this season is 8.0 runs per game, and their over/under record is 24-27 overall. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the White Sox have a record of 6-6 in those games. So far this season, only 17.3% of White Sox games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher. The White Sox have hit the over in their last three games.<p>Right-hander Erick Fedde gets the start for the White Sox today and comes into the game with a record of 4-1 and an ERA of 3.10. Fedde has made 10 starts this year and has pitched well at home, going 4-0 with a 1.2 ERA. He has made four quality starts this year and is averaging 8.07 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Fedde took the loss, giving up five earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Fedde has not allowed more than two homers in a start this year.</p><p>Chicago's offense has been one of the worst in the league this season, as they are last in the MLB in home runs and team OPS. The White Sox are also averaging just 2.9 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the league. Their team batting average of .217 is also one of the worst in the league. Over their last seven games, Paul DeJong has gone just 5/23, but he does have a home run in this stretch and has driven in five runs.</p>

<p>Andrew Vaughn comes into the game with a team-leading 18 RBIs but is batting just .202 for the season. He has also struggled of late, going just 3/23 in his last six games. Eloy Jiménez has gone deep five times this season, but he is also batting just .231.</p>

Baltimore Orioles vs Chicago White Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 5/25/24

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