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<p>The Flyers and Islanders are set to face off at 7:30 ET on NBCS. The Islanders will host the game at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Islanders are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Flyers.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>With the Islanders being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Islanders.</li><li>Take the Islanders on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Flyers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Flyers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 22-21-6 after a 3-0 road loss to the Bruins. The Flyers were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>All three goals came from Boston, with the Flyers struggling offensively. Philadelphia’s defense allowed goals in each period, with the third goal coming with 3:39 left in the game.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, managing 20 shots on goal but failing to find the net. The Flyers recorded 15 giveaways and were shut out for the first time since their 4-0 loss to Calgary on October 16th.</p> <p>After a 4-2 win against the Islanders, the Flyers were blanked by the Bruins. Philadelphia has now been shut out twice this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. The final goal they allowed was an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage. The Flyers' defense also registered 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Can the Islanders Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Rangers, the Islanders dropped below .500, now sitting at 19-20-7. The total line was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. As underdogs on the puck line, the Islanders failed to cover.</p> 

<p>The Islanders fell behind early, allowing a goal just 3:44 into the first period. They trailed 2-0 before Casey Cizikas scored at 15:22 in the second period. The Rangers responded, and Brock Nelson’s goal at 19:52 in the second was the last for the Islanders.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to the Rangers, the Islanders took 37 shots on goal but managed only two scores. Casey Cizikas netted his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with Nelson's goal coming just 8 seconds before the end of the second period.</p> <p>The Islanders recorded 23 giveaways and were held scoreless in the first and third periods. They picked up two goals in the second, with Pierre Engvall earning his first assist of the season on Cizikas's goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders gave up the first two goals of the game and allowed two more in the 3rd period, including an empty netter. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with a save percentage of 89.7%. The Islanders' defense finished with 17 hits and 12 takeaways.</p>

Philadelphia Flyers vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (+175) will host the Timberwolves (-214) in a non-conference matchup. Minnesota is currently favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 217.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago, and can be seen on NBCS. The Timberwolves are 35-15 this season, which puts them in 2nd place in the Western Conference. The Bulls are 23-27 and are currently 9th in the East.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, February 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-113 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with Anthony Edwards points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Timberwolves Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>In Minnesota's games this season, the average combined scoring total is 219.6 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 217.5. In their last 10 games, the Timberwolves have had an average O/U line of 223.1.</p>

<p>Minnesota's O/U record for the season is 24-26. In their last game against the Rockets, the teams combined for just 201 points, which was well below the O/U line of 221.5.</p>

<p>This season, Minnesota has been favored in 40 of their 50 games and has a record of 30-10 in those games. As the favorite, they are 19-20 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +8.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Against the spread this season, Minnesota is 25-24 overall and 12-13 on the road. In their last game, they covered the spread (-8) with a 21-point win over Houston.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves are currently 2nd in the Western Conference with a record of 35-15. In non-conference games, they are 11-7 compared to 24-8 against Western Conference opponents.</p><p>The Timberwolves have been an above-average offensive team this season, ranking 22nd in scoring at 112.9 points per game. However, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 113.2 points compared to 112.7 at home.</p>

<p>Minnesota has been an efficient three-point shooting team, ranking 2nd in the league in three-point shooting percentage at 39%. Overall, they are shooting 48% from the field, which is 8th in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Timberwolves are 25th in the league, averaging 97.4 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are 18th in the NBA at 26.2 per game.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Timberwolves defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 24.0% of their games. Currently, they are 1st in the NBA at 106.7 points per game allowed. Most recently, the Timberwolves' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 90 points to the Rockets.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>The Bulls have gone 25-24-1 on the O/U this season, including hitting the over in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 223.7 points, and today's O/U line is set at 217.5.</p>

<p>Chicago's ATS record for the season is 25-24, and they have failed to cover the spread in two straight games at home. As the underdog, they are 13-13 vs. the spread.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Bulls were favored by 1 point but lost to the Kings by a score of 123-115. This dropped their overall record to 23-27, which is currently 9th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Against Western Conference teams, the Bulls are 9-10 compared to 14-12 at home and 9-15 on the road. The team's road ATS record is 11-12, and they have covered the spread in two straight games.</p>

<p>On average, Chicago's games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 217.5 (222.1). So far, they have hit the over in two straight games.</p><p>At home this season, the Bulls are averaging 111.5 points per game, which is 27th in the NBA. Overall, Chicago is 26th in scoring at 111.1 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage, the Bulls are 23rd in the league at 46%. In terms of three-point shooting, Chicago is 24th in three-point percentage at 35%.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, the Bulls have outscored the NBA average in just 36% of their games. They are 23rd in pace at 96.8 possessions per game. In terms of assists, Chicago is 28th in the league with 24.5 per contest.</p>

<p>When it comes to free throws, the Bulls are 22nd in both free throws made (16.5 per game) and free throw attempts (20.9 per game). In terms of offensive rebounds, Chicago is 13th in the league with 11 per contest.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Bulls defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 44.0% of their games. Currently, they are 11th in the NBA at 112.6 points per game allowed. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bulls are forcing 11.8 per game, which is 4th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 17th in blocked shots at 5.1 per game.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 2/6/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Canucks versus the Jets? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Canucks.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 8:00 ET on Thursday, April 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Jets coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Canucks Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p><p>Heading into their 82nd and final game of the season, the Vancouver Canucks have already clinched the top spot in the Pacific Division and are locked into the second seed in the Western Conference. Overall, the Canucks are 50-22-9, and they have gone 29-20 against other Western Conference teams.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Vancouver has gone just 5-5, and they have won two straight games. On the road this season, the Canucks have gone 23-13-4, and they have gone 17-9 against other Pacific Division teams. As the underdog this season, Vancouver has gone 15-9-3, and they have been the underdog in 27 games.</p></p><p>On the road, the Canucks have a puck line record of 20-20 this season and an average scoring margin of +.3 goals per game. Overall, Vancouver's puck line record is 41-40, including a mark of 31-15 in games decided by more than one goal.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Canucks have gone just 2-8 against the puck line, and their puck line record as the underdog is 19-8. So far, Vancouver has been the underdog in 27 games and has an average scoring margin of +.3 goals per contest in those matchups.</p> <p>On average, Vancouver's games have finished with 6.1 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Canucks come in with an over/under record of 40-37-4.</p><p>Through their last three road games, Vancouver has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 2-1 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>Offensively, the Canucks come into the game at 3.4 goals per contest placing 7th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 26th position in the league. In terms of the Canucks' offense during power plays, they are 12th in power play goals and 18th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Vancouver's current leading scorer is Brock Boeser. This season, he has 40 goals, which puts him 17th in the NHL. Boeser also comes into the game with 33 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets come into the season ranked 15th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.6 shots per game against Winnipeg. For the season, they are ranked 2nd in shutouts, coming in with 8 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Winnipeg, goalie Thatcher Demko has started 50 games in this season. His current record is 35-13, and his save percentage stands at 0.904%.</p><h3>Will Winnipeg Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Jets have gone 26-11-3 and have won three straight games. Overall, Winnipeg has won seven straight games and has gone 51-24-6 this season. Against the Western Conference, the Jets have gone 32-17.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, Winnipeg has gone 39-14-3 and has won four straight games when favored. In the Central Division, the Jets are in second place.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Jets have gone 21-19 against the puck line and have an average scoring margin of +.9 goals per game. So far, they have 36 wins by multiple goals and have gone 27-29 against the puck line when favored.</p>

<p>Overall, Winnipeg's puck line record is 43-38, and they have gone 6-4 against the puck line in their last 10 games. In their last five home games, the Jets have gone just 1-4 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, Winnipeg's games have finished with 5.6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 5.9. In total, the Jets come in with an over/under record of 35-39-7.</p><p>Through their last three road games, Vancouver has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 2-1 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Jets are scoring an 3.1 goals per game this season, ranking 15th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 18th in the league. Looking at how the Jets' offense is performing during power plays, they are 21st in power play goals and 28th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Winnipeg's leading scorer is Kyle Connor. So far, he has 34 goals which is 24th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Connor has 27 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets come into the season ranked 15th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.6 shots per game against Winnipeg. For the season, they are ranked 2nd in shutouts, coming in with 8 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Laurent Brossoit comes into the game having made 21 starts this season. So far, his record is 14-5 and he has a save percentage of 0.496%.</p>

Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/18/24

<p>The over/under line is set at 50.5 points as the Cardinals, favored by -3.5 points, host the Washington Commanders at 4:05 ET on Sunday, September 29th at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ. The Cardinals are favored on the money line at -189. This week four NFC matchup is being televised on FOX.</p><h3>WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS ARIZONA CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Commanders +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Stadium at 4:05 ET on Sunday, September 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON COMMANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Commanders winning this one by a score of 29 to 26</li><li>Not only do we have the Commanders winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Commanders Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>The Commanders picked up a 38-33 road win over the Bengals, improving their record to 2-1. Washington went into the game as +7 point underdogs and their straight-up win was also a win against the spread. The game had a combined 71 points, going well over the total line of 45.5 points.</p><p></p><p>Washington and Cincinnati were tied 7-7 after the 1st quarter, but the Commanders took a 21-13 lead at halftime. Even though the Bengals closed the gap in the 3rd quarter, Washington still led 28-20 heading into the 4th quarter. The Commanders sealed the win with a late touchdown from Zack Moss.</p><p>Quarterback Jayden Daniels led the Washington Commanders to a 38-33 win over the Bengals, completing 21 of 23 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns. He also rushed for 39 yards, including a touchdown. Washington's offense picked up 22 first downs and converted 55.6% of their third down chances.</p><p></p><p>Terry McLaurin caught four passes for 100 yards, including a 55-yard touchdown reception. The Commanders rushed for 108 yards as a team, and Daniels was their leading rusher as well. Despite not completing a pass, Washington finished with 248 yards through the air.</p><p>In their 38-33 win over the Bengals, Washington's defense gave up 312 yards through the air, allowing three passing touchdowns. Despite their struggles against the pass, they did not allow a single completion in the game. Cincinnati found success on the ground, with 124 rushing yards on just 20 attempts.<p></p>Washington's defense recorded two sacks in the game and held the Bengals to a 40% third-down conversion rate. Although they didn't allow any completions, they still gave up 436 total yards, as the Bengals made some big plays in the passing game.</p><h3>Are The Cardinals Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Arizona's 20-13 loss to the Lions dropped their record to 1-2 for the season. The Cardinals were looking to bounce back after a 34-33 loss to the Vikings in week two but couldn't come out with a win. The Cardinals were 3-point favorites heading into the game, and the 7-point loss meant they didn't cover the spread. The combined 33 points was well below the over/under line of 51.5 points.</p><p></p><p>After the Cardinals and Lions were tied at 7 after the 1st quarter, the Lions scored 13 unanswered points until the Cardinals found the endzone again. Kyler Murray connected with Michael Wilson for a 28-yard touchdown in the 4th quarter to make the score 20-13. However, the Cardinals couldn't complete the comeback. Arizona also missed out on a chance to score more points late in the 4th, as Matt Prater missed a 45-yard field goal with 3:52 remaining in the game.</p><p>The Cardinals' offense struggled on third down, converting just 11.1% of their chances in a 20-13 loss to the Lions. Kyler Murray and the passing game managed 200 yards through the air, with Murray going 21/34 for 207 yards and one touchdown. Murray was also the team's leading rusher, gaining 45 yards on five attempts.</p><p></p><p>Marvin Harrison Jr. led Arizona with 64 receiving yards and caught one touchdown. The Cardinals' ground game was limited to 77 yards on 18 attempts. Murray finished with a passer rating of 76 and was sacked once in the game.</p><p>Despite their struggles against the run, allowing 187 yards on 43 attempts, the Cardinals' defense gave up just 186 yards through the air in their 20-13 loss to the Lions. Arizona's defense forced the Lions to go 0 for 8 on third down, but still gave up 373 total yards. The Cardinals also came away with one interception and two sacks in the game.</p><p></p><p>Even though they held the Lions without a completion, Arizona's defense still allowed two passing touchdowns. The Cardinals' inability to stop the run contributed to the Lions controlling the ball for 36:27 compared to Arizona's 23:33 time of possession.</p>

Washington Commanders vs Arizona Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 9/29/24

<p>Thursday's Rockies vs. Nationals game has a first pitch set for 1:05 PM ET from Nationals Park in Washington, DC. The Rockies are 5th in the NL West with an overall record of 47-80, while the Nationals are 4th in the NL East at 57-70.</p>

<p>Washington is favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -126 compared to the Rockies at +107. The over/under line is at 9 runs, and MASN will be televising this NL matchup. Patrick Corbin is starting for the Nationals, and the Rockies are sending Cal Quantrill to the mound.</p><h3>WASHINGTON NATIONALS VS COLORADO ROCKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Nationals Moneyline -126</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 1:05 ET on Thursday, August 22nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROCKIES VS NATIONALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Nationals winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Washington cruised to an easy 6-1 win over the Rockies in the most recent game of this series. The Nationals had a huge 3rd inning, scoring four of their six runs. As for the Rockies, they scored their only run in the 7th. Heading into the game, the Nationals were favored at -163 on the money line.</p>

<p>Mitchell Parker pitched well for the Nationals in this one, going seven innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued one walk. On the other side, Tanner Gordon only went four innings for the Rockies, giving up five earned runs on eight hits.</p>

<p>At the plate, Luis Garcia Jr. and James Wood each had three RBIs for the Nationals. Garcia Jr. and Keibert Ruiz each had two hits and scored a run for Washington's offense.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 47-80, the Rockies are 5th in the NL West and trail the Dodgers by 28.5 games. So far, they have gone just 15-28 in divisional matchups. Colorado is on the road today, where they are 18-47 this season. They have been a bit better at home, going 29-33.</p>

<p>Colorado is just 10-27-3 in series this year, and they are 4-6 across their last 10 games. As the underdog, the Rockies are 47-80 this season, and they have yet to be the favorite in a game.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Rockies have been a solid bet this season, going 65-62. They have been slightly better on the road, going 31-34, compared to 34-28 at home. Their average run margin for the season is -1.6, with a scoring margin of -2.3 on the road and -0.8 at home. They have been profitable on the run line as an underdog, going 65-62.</p><p>Colorado's over/under record is 63-61, and the average combined run total in their games is 10.0. The over/under line for today's game is 9 runs, and when the line has been set at 9 runs this season, their over/under record is 5-5-1. So far this season, 49.6% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs, and they have gone under in their last three games.</p><p>Cal Quantrill is looking to build off his last outing, where he faced off against the Padres and picked up the win. In that August 16th start, he went 5 innings and gave up 3 earned runs on 6 hits. Looking back further, Quantrill has given up at least 3 earned runs in three straight outings. His ERA for the season is 4.59, along with a record of 8-8. Quantrill's WHIP for the season is 1.41. Out of his 24 starts, he has 12 quality starts and is averaging 6.86 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Colorado's offense has been pretty average this season, averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 17th in the league. They have been a much better team at home, averaging 4.9 runs per game. The Rockies have been one of the league's worst teams in terms of striking out, and they are also near the bottom of the league in terms of drawing walks.</p>

<p>Michael Toglia and Brenton Doyle are tied for the team lead in home runs, with 20 apiece. However, Toglia is batting just .217 for the season, while Doyle is batting .271. Doyle is also on an eight-game hitting streak and has gone 10/27 in his last seven games. Ezequiel Tovar is batting .272 for the season and has 19 homers, which is 2nd on the team.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 57-70, the Nationals are 4th in the NL East, 17.5 games behind the Phillies for the division lead. So far, they have gone 17-18 in divisional matchups. The Nationals will host the Rockies today with an overall record of 29-33 at home.</p>

<p>Washington has gone 28-37 on the road this season. As the underdog, the Nationals are 46-59 this season and 11-11 when favored. The Nationals' series record is 16-21-3 this year, and they are currently 1-1 in their series vs. the Rockies. Heading into today's game, the Nationals are 4-6 over their last 10.</p><p>Washington has been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 71-56 overall. They have been a bit better on the road, going 38-27 compared to 33-29 at home. As the favorite, they are just 10-12 on the run line, but as the underdog, they are 61-44. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.4, while it's -3.7 in losing games.</p><p>The Nationals have played to an over/under record of 63-59 this season, and the average over/under line in their games has been set at 9 runs. When the line has been set at 9 runs, their over/under record is 13-14-3. Overall, 22 of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 9 runs, accounting for 17.3% of their games. Their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Left-hander Patrick Corbin gets the start for the Nationals today as he faces the Rockies at home. Corbin has made 25 starts this season and has a record of 2-12 with a 5.92 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Corbin has a WHIP of 1.57 and opponents are batting .300 off him this season. One positive for Corbin is that he has turned in six quality starts this year. In his most recent outing, Corbin finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. He has not won a game since May 12th.</p><p>Washington's offense has been one of the worst home run-hitting teams in the league this season, and they are also just 18th in the league in runs scored. As a team, they are batting .244, which is 10th in the league, but their on-base percentage, slugging percentage, and OPS are all below the league average. For the season, they are averaging 4.2 runs per game.</p>

<p>Luis Garcia Jr. is batting .294 for the season and has gone 9/27 in his last seven games. He also has 15 homers, which is the 2nd best mark on the team. CJ Abrams has gone deep 18 times this season, but he is batting just .246. Abrams is also 2nd on the team with 60 RBIs.</p>

Colorado Rockies vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction 8/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Lightning and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Lightning picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Grab a Win in Chicago?</h3><p>After a 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning are now 25-18-3. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals. The 11 combined goals easily surpassed that number.</p> <p>Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but the Jets responded with seven of the game’s next nine goals. Four different Lightning players found the net in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point’s 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov netted his 10th, unassisted, at 13:09 in the third period.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, added another in the second, and their final goal came at 13:09 in the third period, tying the game at 4-4 before the Jets pulled away.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning gave up the first goal of the game at the 7:37 mark in the first period and allowed two more in the second. After tying the game at 4-4 in the third, they conceded three straight goals to the Jets, including two empty-netters. Jonas Johansson finished with a save percentage of 84.4% on 32 shots from the Jets.</p><h3>Will Chicago Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 15-28-4 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. The Blackhawks’ defense was busy, facing 39 shots, but managed to keep Anaheim at bay for most of the game.</p><p>The Blackhawks’ offense found the net four times in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Ryan Donato scored his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th goal, and Isaak Phillips scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>Chicago took 29 shots on goal and converted twice on the power play. Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 9.</p><p>Defensively, Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 win over Anaheim. The defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, with the second coming at 19:56.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Betting on today's Sabres and Flames game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB, as the Flames hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Flames being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Calgary Possible for the Sabres?</h3><p>Buffalo's 2-1 loss to the Red Wings dropped them to 18-24-5 for the season. The Sabres held a 1-0 lead after the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Their lone goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored short-handed in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch netted his fifth goal of the season, scoring shorthanded at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Tuch led the team with 5 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense gave up two goals in their last game, both coming in the second period on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Does Calgary Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers moved them to 22-16-7 for the season. The Flames, who were underdogs on the puck line, saw the total set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 6 falling just short of the line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied the game with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to the Oilers. Anthony Mantha scored his fourth goal of the season on a power play in the second period, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal in the third.</p> <p>Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, and Mikael Backlund added his fourth assist. Kevin Bahl was credited with his fifth assist on Sharangovich’s goal. The Flames were hampered by 22 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames will look to bounce back after giving up four goals to the Oilers, including the game-winner at 9:50 in the 3rd period and an empty-netter with just three seconds left. Goalie Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, while the defense added 15 blocks and 13 hits. The Flames also took 6 penalty minutes, one of which led to a power-play goal for the Oilers.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Thursday's matchup between the Nationals and Mets is set to get started at 1:10 PM ET from Citi Field in New York, where the forecast calls for light rain and temperatures in the upper 70s. SNY will be televising this game, and the Mets are the slight favorite on the money line (-138).</p>

<p>Washington comes in with a record of 42-51 and they will be looking to end a four-game losing streak. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and MacKenzie Gore is starting for the Nationals, while the Mets are going with David Peterson.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS WASHINGTON NATIONALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Mets Moneyline -138</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 1:10 ET on Thursday, July 11th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE NATIONALS VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York picked up a 6-2 win over the Nationals in the most recent game of this series. The Mets had a huge 6th inning, scoring four of their six runs. As for the Nationals, they scored their only two runs in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Mets were favored at -203 on the money line.</p>

<p>Luis Severino got the win for the Mets, going 6 1/3 innings and giving up just two earned runs. He finished the game with four strikeouts and didn't issue a walk. Jose Buttó got the save. Patrick Corbin had a rough outing for the Nationals, taking the loss after going five innings and giving up four earned runs.</p>

<p>Brandon Nimmo and Jose Iglesias each had two RBIs for the Mets' offense. Mark Vientos also had a two-hit game and scored a run. Tyrone Taylor also contributed with two hits and an RBI.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is on a four-game losing streak, and they are 18.5 games behind the Phillies in the NL East. Overall, they are 42-51 and have gone 16-14 against other teams in their division. The Nationals have dropped three straight on the road, and they are 22-27 on the road this year.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Nationals are 33-43 this year and 9-8 when favored. Washington's overall series record is 11-16-2, and they have lost two straight series.</p><p>The Nationals have been a profitable run line team overall this season, going 52-41, but they have struggled to cover the run line in their last three games. They are 28-21 on the run line on the road this year, but as the favorite, they are just 8-9 on the run line.</p><p>Washington is on the road against the Mets today. The O/U line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Nationals games this season is 8.7 runs per game. Washington's O/U record for the season is 44-45. When the O/U line is set at 8.5 runs, the Nationals have a 14-14 O/U record. So far this season, 33.3% of Washington's games have had O/U lines set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>MacKenzie Gore gets the start for the Nationals today and comes into the game with a record of 6-7 and ERA of 3.83. He has made 18 starts this season and has turned in five quality starts. In his 18 appearances, Gore has a WHIP of 1.44 and is averaging 10.72 strikeouts per nine innings. Gore's last outing came on July 6th, where he finished with a no-decision after giving up five earned runs in 3 1/3 innings of work. Before that outing, he had given up five earned runs in three straight starts. So, he will be looking to bounce back today.</p><p>The Nationals offense is averaging 4.2 runs per game this season, which is 18th in the MLB. They have been a below-average home run hitting team this season and are just 21st in the league in slugging percentage. However, they do come into the game with a collective batting average of .238, which is 13th in the league.</p>

<p>CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia Jr. have been the Nationals' top power threats this season, as Abrams leads the team with 14 homers, and Garcia Jr. is right behind him with 10. Garcia Jr. has been red hot of late, going 11/24 in his last six games. Keibert Ruiz has also been swinging a hot bat, going 8/21 in his last five games.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are 46-45 overall and trail the Phillies by 13.5 games in the NL East. New York has picked up two straight wins and is 15-12 against other teams in the NL East. So far, they have been good both on the road (23-20) and at home (23-25).</p>

<p>As the home favorite, the Mets are 17-15 this year and 27-23 when favored overall. New York has been good as the underdog, putting together a mark of 19-22. The Mets have an overall series record of 13-13-5, and they are up 2-0 in the current series vs. the Nationals.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Mets have been a better play on the road this season, going 24-19 compared to 19-29 at home. They've covered the run line in two straight games and have been a better play as the underdog, going 24-17 compared to 19-31 as the favorite. Their average run margin in wins is +3.4, while it's -3.4 in losses.</p><p>The Mets have been a solid over team this season, with a combined run average of 9.6 runs per game. Their over/under record is 48-40, and they have gone over the total in 15 of 24 games when the line has been set at 8.5 runs. Overall, 49.5% of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's 8.5-run total.</p><p>Left-hander David Peterson gets the start for the Mets today vs. the Nationals and comes into the game with a record of 3-0 and ERA of 3.58. He has made seven starts this year and has three quality starts. Overall, opponents are batting .260 vs. Peterson this year. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work vs. the Pirates. Peterson has not taken a loss since May 21st vs. the Marlins. He has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings.</p><p>So far this season, the Mets are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is good for 9th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.4 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .249, which is 7th in the league, and are also 4th in home runs. Over the past six games, Brandon Nimmo has been hot, going 8/24 with three homers and seven RBIs.</p>

<p>Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso are both near the top of the league in home runs, with 16 and 18, respectively. Nimmo is also 10th in the league in RBIs, with 59. Collectively, the Mets offense is 4th in isolated power and has the 7th best OPS in the league.</p>

Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction 7/11/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Hawks and Razorbacks game? Catch the action at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR, as the Razorbacks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on SEC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Arkansas is favored by -35.5 vs. Maryland Eastern Shore.</p><h3>MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks +35.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Razorbacks.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas winning straight-up, we like Maryland Eastern Shore at +35.5.</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>Does Maryland Eastern Shore Have A Chance at Bud Walton Arena?</h3><p>Maryland Eastern Shore’s struggles continued on Saturday with an 87-40 loss to Illinois. The Hawks were +36.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the 154-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 35-15 at halftime, the Hawks allowed 52 points in the second half while scoring 25 of their own. This game highlighted the challenges Maryland Eastern Shore faces this season.</p><p>Maryland Eastern Shore struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 40 points with a field goal percentage of 22.1% (15/68). Their effective field goal percentage was 26.5%, and they hit only 20.8% of their two-point attempts (10/48) and 25% from three-point range (5/20).</p> <p>Will Riley led the Hawks with 19 points, shooting 63.6% overall and 40% from beyond the arc. Kylan Boswell added 13 points, though he shot just 22.2% from three, and Tomislav Ivisic contributed 11 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots.</p><p>Maryland Eastern Shore struggled defensively, giving up 87 points on 44% shooting. They allowed 67% shooting on two-pointers, with their opponents hitting 23 of 34 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Maryland Eastern Shore's opponents shot 25%, making 10 of 40 threes. They also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws.</p><h3>Will Arkansas Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Arkansas Razorbacks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>On Friday, November 22nd, the Razorbacks picked up a 79-67 win over the Trojans at home. Arkansas was a -21 point favorite going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Arkansas led 42-24 at halftime, but they allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The total points for the game were 146, just over the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Razorbacks put up 79 points, shooting 47.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They connected on 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.2% (7/24) of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were solid, converting 81.5% (22/27) of their attempts.</p> <p>Adou Thiero led the way with 23 points, shooting 77.8% (7/9) from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds. Boogie Fland added 21 points, hitting 3 of 5 threes and dishing out 7 assists. Johnathan Lawson contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds, despite shooting just 35.7% overall and 25% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Arkansas struggled to contain their opponent's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 62% from inside the arc on 18/29 shooting. The Razorbacks did manage to limit damage from beyond the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 29%, making 7 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Arkansas also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws for 81%. On the boards, the Razorbacks gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

<p>The Blue Devils and Dolphins are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Dolphins will host the game at Ted Grant Court in Syracuse, NY. Central Connecticut State is favored by -6.5 in this Northeast conference matchup the against Le Moyne. The over/under for the game is set at 136.5 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS LE MOYNE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ted Grant Court at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Le Moyne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</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>Taking a Look at the Blue Devils Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State improved to 10-6 on the season with a 71-60 win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Saturday. The Blue Devils, who were -7 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>They led 37-30 at halftime and added 34 points in the second half while holding Fairleigh Dickinson to 30. The total points for the game were 131, falling under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's offense was led by Ahmed Barba-Bey's 25 points and 8 rebounds, as he shot 58.3% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 12 attempts. Jayden Brown added 16 points and 6 rebounds, connecting on 42.9% of his threes.</p> <p>The Blue Devils shot 50.9% from the field, with a 56.4% effective field goal percentage. They hit 59.5% of their two-point shots and went 6 for 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%. At the free-throw line, they made 9 of 11 attempts, good for 81.8%.</p><p>Central Connecticut State put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were especially effective inside, limiting the opposition to 32% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State's defense allowed 10 threes on 32 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 shots for 71%.</p><h3>Will Le Moyne Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Le Moyne improved to 5-13 on the season with a narrow 73-72 win over Stonehill on Monday. The Dolphins, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne led 38-30 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the second half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Le Moyne's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They connected on 45.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 24 from deep, while their two-point shooting was just 35.3%.</p> <p>Robby Carmody led the way with 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. AJ Dancler added 19 points and 9 assists, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range, and Hermann Koffi contributed 18 points, also making 4 threes.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense gave up 72 points while holding the opposing team to 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 34 attempts, a 35% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team shot 45%, hitting 11 of 24 three-point attempts. Le Moyne also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 16, a 76% success rate. The Dolphins gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Le Moyne Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>The Knights and Eagles are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ACCN. The Eagles will host the game at Silvio Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, MA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Boston College is favored by -13.5 vs. Fairleigh Dickinson.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Boston College winning straight-up, we like Fairleigh Dickinson at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Knights Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairleigh Dickinson fell to 1-10 on the season after a 74-60 road loss to Minnesota on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being +20 point underdogs, the Knights managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>FDU led 21-20 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 39 points while allowing 54. The Knights will look to build on their performance as they continue their season.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 60 points on 34.3% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.3%, with two-point shooting at 36.6% and three-point shooting at 30.8% (8/26).</p> <p>The Knights managed 16 assists and 10 offensive rebounds. Dawson Garcia and Mike Mitchell Jr. both scored 18 points, with Garcia shooting 54.5% and adding 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Ahmed Barba-Bey contributed 15 points, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 49% from the field, including 62% on two-point attempts (22/35). They managed to hold the other team to 25% shooting from beyond the arc, as they went 5/20 from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Fairleigh Dickinson's opponents shot 83%, hitting 15 of their 18 attempts. The Knights also allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Boston College Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Boston College dropped to 7-5 on the season after a 103-77 home loss to SMU on Saturday. The Eagles were +8.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>BC trailed 47-40 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 56 points while scoring just 37.</p><p>Boston College put up 77 points in their last game, despite shooting just 37.7% from the field. They connected on 38.9% of their threes, hitting 7 of 18 attempts, and were 24 of 33 from the free-throw line, good for 72.7%. The Eagles also grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists.</p> <p>Matt Cross and Dion Brown both went 3 for 3 from deep, with Cross shooting 77.8% overall and Brown hitting 60.0% of his shots. Donald Hand Jr. led the team with 22 points, while Boopie Miller contributed 18 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Even though Boston College held their opponent to just 37% shooting from the field, they still gave up 103 points. The Eagles limited two-point shots, allowing only 16 of 43 attempts (37%) to fall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston College's defense saw their opponent hit 7 of 18 threes (38%). They also sent them to the line 33 times, where they converted 24 free throws (72%). The Eagles allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Boston College Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-127) will travel to Houston to take on the Rockets (+108) in a non-conference matchup.</p>

<p>The Rockets are currently 2nd in the Western Conference with a record of 28-14, while the Cavaliers are 1st in the East at 36-6. The over/under line for the game is set at 231.5.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets +2</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-112 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 45.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cavaliers Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 36-6 on the season with a dominant 118-92 win over the Suns on Monday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as -8 point favorites and covered the spread with a +26 point margin. The total score of 210 points fell well below the O/U line of 238.</p> <p>After a 27-27 tie in the 1st quarter, Cleveland took control by outscoring Phoenix 32-19 in the 2nd quarter. An 11-0 run extended their lead from 62-48 to 73-48, and they continued to pull away by winning the 3rd quarter 34-24. Heading into the 4th quarter with a 93-70 lead, the Cavs closed out the game by outscoring the Suns 25-22 in the final period.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers to a win over the Suns, scoring 33 points and hitting 4 threes at 44.4% efficiency. Darius Garland added 16 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 triples at a 60% rate.</p> <p>Cleveland made 19 threes as a team, shooting 41.3% from deep, despite a 43.2% overall field goal percentage. Mitchell scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter and added 11 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on a defensive clinic against the Suns, holding them to just 92 points. Cleveland's defense was especially strong in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 19 points. They also limited Phoenix to 24 points in the 3rd and 22 in the 4th.</p> <p>Even though the Suns shot 46% from the field, the Cavaliers held them to 10 made three-pointers on 38% shooting. Cleveland also sent Phoenix to the free-throw line just 13 times. The Cavaliers dominated the boards, giving up only 1 offensive rebound while collecting 35 defensive rebounds. They also added 10 steals.</p><h3>Can Houston Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>The Rockets fell to 28-14 on the season after a 107-96 home loss to the Pistons on Monday. Houston, favored by 7.5 points, not only lost outright but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 203 fell well short of the 224-point over/under line.</p> <p>A 13-0 run by the Pistons early on put the Rockets in a hole, but Houston responded by outscoring Detroit 28-17 in the 2nd quarter. However, the Pistons regained control by winning the 3rd quarter 33-23, and despite holding Detroit to 17 points in the 4th, Houston managed only 16 points themselves.</p><p>The Rockets struggled offensively in their 107-96 loss to the Pistons, shooting just 39.4% from the field and 28.2% from three-point range. They made 11 threes in the game, with Fred VanVleet hitting 5 of them at a 38.5% clip.</p> <p>VanVleet led the Rockets with 20 points, scoring 8 in the 1st quarter and 7 more in the 3rd. Jalen Green added 19 points, including 9 in the 4th, while Amen Thompson contributed 17 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, where they allowed just 17 points each, the Rockets couldn't overcome a rough 1st quarter, giving up 40 points in a 107-96 loss to the Pistons. Houston's defense held Detroit to 10 made threes on 37% shooting from deep.</p> <p>The Rockets sent the Pistons to the line 15 times, with Detroit converting 13 free throws. Houston also recorded 18 steals and 1 block, while allowing 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/25

<p>The Mountain Hawks and Wildcats are set to face off at 8:00 ET on PEAC. The Wildcats will host the game at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 138.5 points, with Northwestern being favored by -15.5 over Lehigh.</p><h3>LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lehigh Mountain Hawks +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern winning straight-up, we like Lehigh at +15.5.</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>Do the Mountain Hawks Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Records</h3> 

<p>Lehigh finished last season with a 12-18 overall record, going 11-10 in Patriot League play. They were 4-7 at home and 8-11 on the road, with average scoring margins of -0.8 and -0.9 points, respectively.</p> 

<p>Against the spread, the Mountain Hawks posted a 17-12 record, including a 14-4 mark on the road. As underdogs, they went 9-5 ATS. Their games averaged 144.1 points, and their over/under record was 14-16-0.</p><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Offense Stats</h3> 

<p>Lehigh averaged 72.7 points per game last season, ranking 91st in possessions per game with 67.5. They shot 43% from the field, placing 251st in field goal percentage, and their effective field goal percentage was 50%, ranking 256th. The Mountain Hawks made 7.2 three-pointers per game, shooting 32% from beyond the arc, which was 311th in the nation. They attempted 22.3 threes per game, ranking 164th.</p> 

<h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Top Returning Offensive Players</h3> 

<p>Tyler Whitney-Sidney is Lehigh's top returning scorer, averaging 15.2 points per game last season. He also contributed 2 assists and 3.5 rebounds per game. Keith Higgins Jr. is another key returner, averaging 12.6 points, 1.7 assists, and 3.6 rebounds per game in 23 games last season.</p><p>Lehigh allowed 71.0 points per game last season, ranking 136th in the nation. Opponents shot 33.1% from beyond the arc against them, placing them 273rd in 3-point defense. The Mountain Hawks were 80th in free throws allowed, giving up 16.3 per game.</p> <p>Lehigh averaged 7.2 steals per game, ranking 102nd nationally, but struggled in blocked shots, averaging just 2.3 per game, which was 337th in the country.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Records</h3> 

<p>Northwestern finished last season with a 21-11 overall record, going 12-9 in Big Ten play. They were strong at home, posting a 17-3 record with an average scoring margin of +10.2 points per game. On the road, they went 4-8, losing by an average of 4.4 points per game.</p> 

<p>Against the spread, Northwestern was 17-13, with a 9-8 record when favored. They were favored in 19 games, going 16-3 straight-up. As underdogs, they went 5-8 straight-up but 8-5 ATS. Their games averaged 142.7 points, and they had a 19-13 O/U record, with their average line set at 137.3 points.</p><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Offense Stats</h3>

<p>Last season, Northwestern averaged 73.7 points per game, ranking 243rd in possessions per game with 62.8. They shot 45% from the field, placing 119th, and had an effective field goal percentage of 53%, ranking 99th. The Wildcats struggled inside, shooting 49% on two-pointers, which ranked 254th, but they were 25th in three-point percentage, making 39% of their attempts. They made 8.3 threes per game, ranking 97th, and attempted 21.1 per game, ranking 213th. At the free-throw line, they made 12.8 per game, ranking 253rd.</p>

<h3>Northwestern Wildcats Top Returning Offensive Players</h3>

<p>Jalen Leach returns after averaging 16.2 points, 3 assists, and 4.1 rebounds per game last season. Brooks Barnhizer also returns, having averaged 14.6 points, 2.7 assists, and 7.4 rebounds per game.</p><p>Last season, Northwestern allowed 69.0 points per game, ranking 85th in the nation. Opponents shot 36.8% from three-point range against them, placing the Wildcats 434th in three-point defense. They also gave up 20.7 free throws per game, ranking 262nd.</p> <p>Northwestern averaged 6.9 steals per game, ranking 140th in the country, and had 3.3 blocked shots per game, placing them 192nd in that category.</p>

Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/4/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Wolfpack versus the Seminoles? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with Florida State being favored by -2.5 at home against North Carolina State.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina State Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>North Carolina State is 17-10 this season and 9-7 in Atlantic Coast Conference play. On the road, the Wolfpack are 5-6, compared to 12-4 at home. Their scoring margin at home is +10.1, while it is -3.5 on the road. They have been the underdog in nine games, going 2-7.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Wolfpack defeated Boston College, 81-70. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 4-6. For the season, they have been the underdog 18 times, going 15-3.</p><p>Against the spread, North Carolina State has gone 12-14-1 this season. On the road, their ATS record is 4-6-1. As the underdog, the Wolfpack have a mark of 4-4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in North Carolina State games is 16-10-1 and the average scoring total in their games is 147.4 points. Today's over/under line of 150.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (146.7). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those games is 158 points.</p><p>North Carolina State's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 81 points vs. Boston College. Overall, they hit 43.5% of their shots from the field and went 21/24 from the free-throw line. Offensively, the Wolfpack hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 221st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 277th in terms of percentage and 213rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>In terms of defense, North Carolina State is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 71.4 points per game. So far, the North Carolina State defense is giving up an average of 8.8 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.2 times per game (369th).</p><h3>Can the Florida State Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Florida State enters this game with a 14-13 record, including an 8-8 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play. The Seminoles are 9-7 at home this season, and they are favored by 2.5 points against North Carolina State.</p>

<p>Over the team's last 10 home games, they have gone 5-5. In their last outing, the Seminoles lost to Clemson by a score of 74-63.</p><p>Florida State's ATS record this season is 13-13-1. At home, their ATS mark is 7-8-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Seminoles are just 3-6-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Florida State's over/under record for the season sits at 15-11-1, and today's line of 150.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this year (150.1). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 146 points. So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 150.5.</p><p>Florida State offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 63 points against Clemson. In that game, they made 4/19 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 36.9%. On the offensive front, the Seminoles have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 171st nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 340th in terms of percentage and 306th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Florida State defense is giving up an average of 74.8 points per contest. In today's game vs. North Carolina State, the Florida State defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Florida State made 24 free-throws vs. the Seminoles.</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Florida State Seminoles Betting Pick & Prediction 2/27/24

<p>Betting on today's Wolverines and Lancers game? Catch the action at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA, as the Lancers hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPNU. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140 points, and California Baptist is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Utah Valley.</p><h3>UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Utah Valley Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Valley improved to 11-6 on the season with a 96-80 win over Utah Tech on Saturday. The Wolverines, who were favored by 13.5 points, covered the spread at home.</p> <p>After trailing 42-40 at halftime, Utah Valley turned things around in the second half, outscoring Utah Tech 56-38. The game’s total points of 176 exceeded the over/under line of 140.5.</p><p>Utah Valley's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points while shooting 55.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, with strong performances both inside and outside the arc. They connected on 61.5% of their two-point attempts and hit 42.1% from three-point range, making 8 of 19 shots from deep.</p> <p>The Wolverines also excelled at the free-throw line, converting 77.4% of their attempts (24/31), and they dominated the glass with 15 offensive rebounds. Their ball movement was a key factor, as they dished out 25 assists in the game. Tanner Toolson and Noa Gonsalves led the way with 18 points each, while Beon Riley added 16 points, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Utah Valley's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 55% from the field. The Wolverines had a tough time defending inside, as their opponent hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 24/39.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Valley's defense allowed 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws at a 77% rate. The Wolverines also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lancers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Lancers evened their record at 9-9 with a 60-54 road win over Abilene Christian on Saturday. Favored by 1 point going into the game, California Baptist not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 28-24 at halftime, the Lancers turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Wildcats 36-26. The game’s total points of 114 fell well short of the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>California Baptist struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 60 points with a field goal percentage of 40.8%. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.9%, and they hit only 4 of 17 from beyond the arc, shooting 23.5% from three-point range. The Lancers did manage to connect on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 17 points, despite shooting just 31.2% overall and 16.7% from three. Adam Moussa contributed 11 points and 7 rebounds, adding 4 assists as well. The Lancers finished with only 5 assists as a team, while grabbing 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>California Baptist put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 54 points on 34% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside the arc, where they limited the opposition to 36% shooting on 41 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, California Baptist's defense was equally stingy, allowing only 4 made threes on 14 attempts, a 28% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 12 for 57%.</p>

Utah Valley Wolverines vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Mastodons and Wolverines face off at 1:00 ET on B1G+. The Wolverines are hosting the game at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, MI. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Michigan as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 160.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS VS MICHIGAN WOLVERINES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crisler Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Wolverines.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan winning straight-up, we like Purdue Fort Wayne at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Purdue Fort Wayne Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mastodons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 99-76 win over Eastern Michigan on Sunday. Purdue Fort Wayne, who entered the game as -5.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 48-34 at halftime, the Mastodons scored 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 175 exceeded the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's offense was on fire, putting up 99 points and shooting 54.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.3%, thanks to hitting 20 of 39 threes at a 51.3% clip and shooting 60% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jalen Terry led the way with 28 points, while Rasheed Bello added 19 points and 8 assists, hitting 5 of 8 from deep. Corey Hadnot II was also a standout, knocking down 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points in just 21 minutes.</p><p>Even with Purdue Fort Wayne's defense giving up 76 points, they managed to limit their opponent's three-point shooting to just 28% on 6/21 attempts. However, they struggled inside, allowing 57% shooting from two-point range, with their opponent hitting 23 of 40 shots.</p> <p>The Mastodons sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 attempts for 66%. Purdue Fort Wayne also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Wolverines Win at Crisler Center?</h3><h3>Michigan Wolverines Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Michigan fell to 8-3 on the season after a narrow 87-86 road loss to Oklahoma on Wednesday. The Wolverines, who were -4 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Michigan led 43-38 at halftime but allowed 49 points in the second half while scoring 43 themselves. The game’s total points reached 173, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their last game, Michigan put up 86 points, shooting 46.9% from the field. They excelled inside, hitting 72.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 4 of 28 threes (14.3%). At the free-throw line, they connected on 84.6%, going 22 for 26.</p> <p>Jeremiah Fears led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 75% from three. Vladislav Goldin added 26 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 83.3% of his shots. Danny Wolf also grabbed 10 boards and contributed 5 assists.</p><p>Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Wolverines allowed 27 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Michigan's opponents shot 48%, hitting 12 of 25 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 for 87%.</p>

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Michigan Wolverines NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Colonels versus the Lions? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Flowers Hall in Florence, AL. The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have North Alabama as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS VS NORTH ALABAMA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Kentucky Colonels +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Flowers Hall at 5:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Even though we have North Alabama winning straight-up, we like Eastern Kentucky at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Eastern Kentucky Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Eastern Kentucky Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Eastern Kentucky improved to 5-7 on the season with an 89-83 road win over Central Arkansas on Thursday. The Colonels were -6.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-28 at halftime, Eastern Kentucky picked up the pace, scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 172 went over the 152.5 O/U line.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, knocking down 11 threes on 33 attempts, and were 76.2% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 21.</p> <p>George Kimble III led the way with 33 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% overall and 40% from three. Layne Taylor added 27 points and 10 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 38.5% clip. The Colonels also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's defense gave up 83 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 40% from the field. They were effective in limiting damage from beyond the arc, where the opposition shot just 27%, hitting 10 of 36 three-point attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Eastern Kentucky allowed 51% shooting, with the other team making 23 of 45 two-point shots. They sent the opposition to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 7 attempts. Eastern Kentucky also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can North Alabama Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>North Alabama improved to 7-5 on the season with an 82-66 win over Bellarmine on Thursday. The Lions, who were -14.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>North Alabama led 38-29 at halftime and added 44 points in the second half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 148 fell just short of the 148.5 over/under line.</p><p>North Alabama put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were strong inside, hitting 63.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-32 from three.</p> <p>Daniel Ortiz led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 threes at a 47.1% clip. Taye Fields added 20 points, shooting 69.2% from the field, and grabbed 8 rebounds. Jacari Lane contributed 13 points and dished out 10 assists.</p><p>Despite North Alabama's defensive struggles, they held their opponent to 66 points. The Lions allowed 49% shooting from the field, with 32 made baskets on 65 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, North Alabama gave up 63% shooting, with 21 two-pointers made. From three-point range, their opponent hit 11 of 32 attempts, shooting 34%. The Lions also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7, shooting 63%.</p>

Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs North Alabama Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Nittany Lions and Hawkeyes face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 171.5 points, and Iowa is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Penn State.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 171.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Penn State Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 13-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Rutgers on Monday. The Nittany Lions, who were -7 favorites at home, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-35 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by outscoring Rutgers 43-37 in the second half. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field and 47.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.2%, and they connected on 81.5% of their free throws, going 22 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 30 points, shooting 86.7% overall and 80% from deep. Yanic Konan Niederhauser was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, while Nick Kern Jr. went 4 for 4 from the field. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 22 points and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Penn State's defensive efforts, they allowed 72 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Nittany Lions gave up 24 made field goals, with 14 coming from two-point range, where the opposing team shot 50%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Penn State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting clip. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 81%. Penn State did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Iowa Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Iowa dropped to 12-7 on the season after a 72-67 home loss to Minnesota on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes were -8.5 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 32-28 at halftime, Iowa scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40, unable to make a comeback.</p><p>Iowa's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 21 threes for a 14.3% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 45.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, making 62.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Owen Freeman and Payton Sandfort each scored 21 points, with Freeman shooting 71.4% from the field. Sandfort made just 1 of 8 threes, finishing with a 12.5% shooting percentage from deep. Femi Odukale also had a strong game, hitting 5 of 8 shots overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even with Iowa allowing 72 points, their defense struggled to contain shots inside the arc, giving up a 62% shooting rate on two-pointers, as the opposing team went 25/40. However, Iowa did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponents to just 3/21 shooting from three-point range, a 14% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Iowa sent the other team to the stripe 12 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 66%. Iowa also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>ESPN will be covering the week four non-conference matchup between the Miami Hurricanes and South Florida Bulls as the two teams face off at 7:00 ET from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Miami comes in with a 3-0 record, while South Florida is 2-1. The Hurricanes are favored by -16.5 points, and the over/under line is currently set at 65 points.</p><h3>MIAMI HURRICANES VS SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Raymond James Stadium at 7:00 ET on Saturday, September 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Miami Hurricanes winning this one by a score of 34 to 24</li><li>Even though we like the Miami Hurricanes to win, our ATS pick is to take the South Florida Bulls at +16.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 65 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Miami Hurricanes Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Miami is now 3-0 after a 62-0 blowout win over Ball State. The Hurricanes, favored by -37.5 points, not only won but also covered the spread. The over/under line was 55.5 points, and Miami's dominant performance pushed the combined score to 62 points.</p><p></p><p>The Hurricanes led 10-0 after the first quarter and then exploded for 21 points in the second quarter, taking a 31-0 lead into halftime. Miami added 10 more points in the third quarter and finished strong with 21 points in the fourth quarter.</p><p>Miami's offense was unstoppable in their 62-0 win over Ball State, racking up 750 total yards. The Hurricanes had 31 first downs, with 243 rushing yards and 507 passing yards. Cam Ward was on fire, completing 67.9% of his passes for 346 yards and five touchdowns. He ended the game with a passer rating of 149.7.</p> 
<p>Ajay Allen was dominant in the ground game, averaging 14.9 yards per carry on his way to 104 rushing yards and a touchdown. Jacolby George led all receivers with six catches for 109 yards and a score.</p><p>Miami's defense was dominant in their last game, holding Ball State to just 115 total yards. The Hurricanes allowed only 6 rushing yards on 20 attempts and limited Ball State to 109 passing yards on 18 completions. Miami's defense picked off one pass and shut out Ball State, with the final score being 62-0.</p><h3>Are The South Florida Bulls Going Win In At Upset At Raymond James Stadium</h3><p>South Florida is now 2-1 after a 49-24 road win over Southern Miss. The Bulls, who were -12.5 point favorites, not only won but also covered the spread. The game's over/under was 58 points, with the teams combining for 73 points.</p> 
<p>After a 14-14 tie in the first quarter, South Florida outscored Southern Miss 14-7 in the second quarter. The Bulls then dominated the second half, shutting out Southern Miss in the third quarter and adding 14 points of their own. Heading into the fourth quarter with a 42-21 lead, South Florida closed out the game with a 7-3 final quarter.</p><p>South Florida's offense was dominant in their 49-24 win over Southern Miss, racking up 562 total yards. The Bulls' ground game was particularly effective, amassing 369 yards and five rushing touchdowns. Kelley Joiner led the way with 117 yards on just 10 carries, averaging 11.7 yards per attempt, and finding the end zone twice.</p> 
<p>Byrum Brown completed 65.5% of his passes for 193 yards, throwing two touchdowns and finishing with a passer rating of 107.4. Sean Atkins was his top target, hauling in five receptions for 87 yards.</p><p>South Florida's defense will be looking to tighten up after allowing 397 passing yards and 487 total yards in their most recent game. Despite this, the Bulls still came out on top, as Southern Miss managed just 24 points. South Florida's defense was more effective against the run, allowing just 90 yards on 28 carries. The Bulls also picked off one pass in the game.</p>

Miami Hurricanes vs South Florida Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 9/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Bruins and Maple Leafs game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, as the Maple Leafs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Atlantic division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Maple Leafs being favored by -1.5 at home against the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Maple Leafs picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Bruins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved to 20-16-4 this season. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total set at 6 goals, falling well short of the line.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding a power-play goal at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, limiting them to 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Boston’s offense got on the board early, scoring two goals in the first period. Justin Brazeau netted his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd, which came on a power play.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their previous game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks. The Bruins also didn't allow a single goal after taking a 2-0 lead in the first period.</p><h3>Will Toronto Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Toronto’s latest game ended in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, moving their record to 24-13-2. The Maple Leafs were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that number.</p>

<p>After the Wild scored first, Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first period. William Nylander found the net for the Maple Leafs, but Minnesota scored the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, which came on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th.</p> <p>The Maple Leafs fired 28 shots on goal but were hindered by 10 giveaways. After Nylander’s goal, they were unable to score in the second and third periods, as well as in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime. Anthony Stolarz recorded 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

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