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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Rainbow Warriors versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 11:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Dollar Loan Center in Henderson, NV. In this Big West matchup, Hawaii is favored by -1 vs. UC Davis. The over/under for the game is 135 points.</p><h3>HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS VS UC DAVIS AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Davis Aggies +1</p><p>This game will be played at Dollar Loan Center at 11:30 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC DAVIS AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will UC Davis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Rainbow Warriors Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>As the Rainbow Warriors head to Davis, they are favored by one point. On the road this season, Hawaii has gone 5-6, and their average scoring margin is +2.1.</p>

<p>Overall, Hawaii is 19-13, and they have won three games in a row. In Big West games, they are 10-8, and they have gone 9-5 in non-conference games.</p><p>When looking at Hawaii's ATS record this season, they are currently 12-16. However, when looking at their record vs. the spread as the favorite, they have gone 11-8. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, they have a mark of 7-3.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Hawaii games is 13-14-1, and the average scoring total in their games is 139 points. Today's over/under line of 135 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (138.8). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2, and the average scoring total in those games is 138 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Hawaii offense tallied 75 points in a matchup against CSUN. Their field goal percentage for the game was 42.9%, and they made 10 threes. For the season, the Hawaii offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 45%. So far, they have hit 54% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 7.8 made three's per contest.</p><p>So far, the Rainbow Warriors' defense is ranked 76th in the country at 68.2 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Hawaii defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as CSUN knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 68 points.</p><h3>Can the Aggies Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>UC Davis will be playing at home, where they have a record of 9-6 this season. They have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games at home, and their average scoring margin at home is +3.1 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this year, the Aggies have been the underdog in 11 games, going 6-5 in those contests. They have a record of 19-12 overall and are currently on a three-game winning streak.</p><p>As the underdog this season, UC Davis has an ATS record of 8-3 and an overall ATS mark of 15-14. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Aggies are 8-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>UC Davis has an over/under record of 11-18 this season and the average scoring total in their games is 139.5 points. Today's over/under line of 135 is lower than the average OU line in their games (143.2). So far, 13 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 145 points.</p><p>UC Davis' offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 88 points against Long Beach State. They had an overall field goal percentage of 55.1% and made 24/27 free throws. Offensively, the Aggies hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 215th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 209th in terms of percentage and 224th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Aggies' defense is positioned 72nd in the country, permitting 68.0 points per game. So far, the UC Davis defense is giving up an average of 8.7 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13.2 times per game (687th).</p>

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs UC Davis Aggies Betting Pick & Prediction 3/15/24

<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</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 +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</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. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Knights and Buffaloes game? Catch the action at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO, as the Buffaloes hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and Colorado is favored by -25.5 at home against Bellarmine.</p><h3>BELLARMINE KNIGHTS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes -25.5</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -25.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Knights Have What it Takes in Boulder?</h3><h3>Bellarmine Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Knights dropped to 1-9 on the season after a 92-55 road loss to Wyoming on Thursday. Bellarmine entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>They trailed 52-28 at halftime and managed just 27 points in the second half while allowing 40. The total points for the game were 147, going over the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Bellarmine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 38.8% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.9%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 5 of 21 attempts for 23.8%, though they did connect on 80% of their free throws (12/15). The Knights managed just 4 offensive rebounds and recorded 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Obi Agbim was a standout performer, scoring 28 points in 29 minutes, shooting 10/13 overall and 8/10 from three-point range. Kenyon Goodin and A.J. Wills each contributed 13 points, with Wills adding 7 assists. Touko Tainamo was perfect from the field, going 5/5, including 1/1 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense struggled, giving up 92 points on 65% shooting. They allowed 36 field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, opponents shot 81%, hitting 22 of 27. From three, they made 14 of 28, shooting 50%. Bellarmine also sent them to the line 7 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><p>Colorado improved to 8-2 on the season with an 81-70 home win over South Dakota State on Friday, December 13th. The Buffaloes, who were -8 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 151 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Colorado led 40-35 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring the Jackrabbits 41-35 to secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Buffaloes put up 81 points, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks to a strong 65.6% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from three, hitting just 29.2% (7/24). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 18 of 19 attempts (94.7%).</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the way with 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 57.1% overall and 40% from deep. Elijah Malone was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots and adding 9 rebounds, while RJ Smith connected on 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 11 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 65% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 32 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colorado held the other team to 29% shooting, as they went 7/24 on threes. The Buffaloes also sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 18 free throws at a 94% clip. Colorado gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Bellarmine Knights vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 12:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Memphis as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 12:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Mississippi State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State improved to 10-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 142, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at halftime, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Central Michigan to 34 points.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they went just 2-for-7 (28.6%).</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 24 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Michael Nwoko also added 18 points, shooting 66.7% from the field in just 18 minutes of play.</p><p>Even though Mississippi State gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 35 made baskets on 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs' defense struggled, as they allowed 57% shooting on 24/42 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's opponent hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37%. The Bulldogs did catch a break at the free-throw line, where their opponent shot just 28%, making only 2 of 7 attempts. However, Mississippi State gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Memphis moved to 9-2 on the season with a 64-62 win over Virginia on Wednesday. The Tigers were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 30-21 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Virginia 43-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 64 points while shooting 37.5% from the field. They hit only 21.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 23 attempts, though they were solid at the free-throw line, converting 81% of their shots.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% overall. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Dain Dainja contributed 11 rebounds.</p><p>Memphis held their opponent to 62 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 21 field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis allowed 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</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 Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. 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>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Golden Griffins and Braves game? Catch the action at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL, as the Braves hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Bradley as the -25.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +25.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Even though we have Bradley winning straight-up, we like Canisius at +25.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Canisius Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Canisius fell to 0-12 on the season after a 72-60 road loss to Loyola Chicago on Wednesday. Despite being +25 point underdogs, the Golden Griffins kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, Canisius scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 132 fell under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Canisius managed just 60 points in their latest game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They hit 44.4% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 18 attempts, while struggling on the boards with only 2 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Sheldon Edwards Jr. led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% rate. Des Watson, Paul McMillan IV, and Tana Kopa each added 15 points, with Kopa knocking down 5 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Canisius gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. The Golden Griffins allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Canisius allowed 11 threes on 28 attempts, a 39% clip. They sent the other team to the line just 5 times, where they hit 3 free throws. Canisius also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Braves Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Bradley improved to 8-2 on the season with a 66-64 win over San Francisco on Wednesday. The Braves were -2 point favorites going into the game, resulting in a push against the spread.</p> <p>Bradley trailed 27-25 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Dons 41-37. The total points for the game were 130, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Bradley's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, thanks in large part to their 60% shooting from three-point range, hitting 12 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Braves struggled, making just 29.4% of their two-point shots (10/34). Duke Deen led the way with 19 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Williams added 18 points, hitting 4 of 9 from deep.</p><p>Bradley's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field (22/54). The Braves were strong inside, holding their opponent to just 29% shooting on two-point attempts (10/34).</p> <p>However, Bradley struggled to contain the three-point line, where the opposing team hit 12 of 20 attempts, shooting 60%. The Braves also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws (62%). Bradley limited second-chance opportunities, allowing just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Canisius Golden Griffins vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Portland Trail Blazers will host the Boston Celtics tonight in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are 7.5-point favorites and have a 49-14 record, while the Trail Blazers are 18-45 and 14th in the West.</p>

<p>Tip-off is set for 10:30 ET at the Moda Center, and the game can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:30 ET on Monday, March 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-106 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 9 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 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Celtics Have What it Takes in Portland?</h3><p>Today, the Celtics are favored by 7.5 points against the Trail Blazers. This season, Boston has been favored in 60 of their 63 games and has a 47-13 record as the favorite. Against the spread, they are 28-29 as the favorite and 2-1 as the favorite on the road.</p>

<p>Boston's O/U record for the season is 30-33, and their games have averaged 230.6 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 217, and all of their games have had higher over/under lines than that.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Celtics defeated the Suns by a score of 117-107. The O/U line for that game was 226 points. Boston was favored by 5.5 points going into the game, giving them an ATS win.</p>

<p>The Celtics are currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 49-14. Against other teams in the East, they are 33-7 and 16-7 against the West. On the road, the Celtics are 20-11 compared to 29-3 at home.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Celtics are one of the top offensive teams in the league, averaging 120.7 points per game (4th). However, they have been even better at home, where they are averaging 123.4 points per game (2nd). On the road, Boston is 5th in the NBA with 118.0 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Celtics have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.4% of their games. In terms of pace, Boston is 16th in the league at 98 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Celtics are 9th in field goal percentage at 48%. They have been especially good from two-point range, hitting 57% of their shots (3rd). However, they are just 27th in two-pointers made per game and 30th in two-point attempts.</p><p>The Celtics' defense is presently ranked 5th in the league, allowing an average of 109.8 points per contest. In the terms of takeaways, Celtics are causing 11.7 turnovers per game, ranking 4th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 2nd in rejections, averaging 6.5 blocked shots each game.</p><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Portland has gone 30-32-1 on the over/under this season and their games have averaged 224.1 points per game. In their last four games, the over has hit.</p>

<p>So far, the Trail Blazers are 17-40 as the underdog this season. Today, they are getting 7.5 points against the Celtics. In their games as the underdog, they have gone 29-28 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of -8.1 points per game.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, Portland defeated the Raptors by a score of 128-118. They were 2.5-point underdogs going into the game. The O/U line for that game was 228.5 points.</p>

<p>Despite their 18-45 record, the Trail Blazers are just 3.5 games out of the 8th seed in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 8-35 and 1-14 against their division.</p>

<p>Overall, the Trail Blazers are 14th in the Western Conference. At home, they have a record of 10-22 straight-up and are 13-19 against the spread. On average, they have been outscored by 6.0 points per game at home.</p><p>Portland enters the game ranked 28th in the NBA in scoring at 108.1 points per game. They have been slightly better at home, averaging 109.4 points per game compared to 106.7 on the road.</p>

<p>The Trail Blazers have been one of the top offensive rebounding teams in the league, grabbing 12.4 per game, which is 4th in the NBA. In terms of pace, Portland is 18th in the league at 98 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Trail Blazers are just 29th in field goal percentage at 44%. They are also one of the worst three-point shooting teams in the NBA, hitting just 35% of their attempts (25th).</p><p>Portland's defense is currently in line with the NBA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 116.0 points per game. The Portland defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.3% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 49.5% of their field goal attempts vs. Portland.</p>

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