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<p>At 8:10 PM from Coors Field in Denver, we have an interleague matchup between the Rangers and Rockies. Texas comes in with a record of 22-18 and will be sending Andrew Heaney to the mound up against Ryan Feltner for the Rockies. Colorado is 10-28 overall.</p>

<p>The over/under line is at 10.5 runs, and the Rangers are the favorite on the money line at -166. Looking at the Rockies, they have a money line payout of +140. You can catch this one on TV on Bally Sports Southwest.</p><h3>TEXAS RANGERS VS COLORADO ROCKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Rangers Moneyline -166</p><p>This game will be played at Coors Field at 8:10 ET on Saturday, May 11th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RANGERS VS ROCKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rangers winning by a score of 5 to 4</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 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>Colorado picked up a 4-2 win over the Rangers in the most recent game of this series. The Rockies had a two-run 8th inning to break a 2-2 tie, and the Rangers couldn't muster any offense in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Rockies were at +159 on the money line.</p>

<p>Austin Gomber got the win for the Rockies, going 6 2/3 innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued two walks. Jalen Beeks got the save. Grant Anderson took the loss for the Rangers out of the bullpen.</p>

<p>Corey Seager hit the game's only home run while going 2/3 with two RBIs, but it came in a losing effort. Brenton Doyle had a two-hit game for the Rockies, scoring a run and driving in a run.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>Texas currently leads the AL West by a half-game over the Mariners and are 22-18 overall. The Rangers are 8-9 against other teams in the AL West. So far, they have been good as the favorite, going 13-10, and they are 5-3 as the favorite on the road this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Rangers are 10-9 this season and have gone 12-9 on the road. Texas' overall series record is 7-4-1, and they have won four straight series. This includes having won two straight series on the road.</p><p>When the Rangers win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.9 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.3 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 18-22, and they are 10-11 against the run line on the road. They are 8-15 against the run line as the favorite and 10-7 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>The Rangers and Rockies have a combined run average of 9.4 runs per game this season, but their over/under record is just 17-22. The average over/under line in their games is 9 runs, and they have gone over that line in just one of their games this season. In fact, 97.5% of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's 10.5-run line. In their last game, the over/under line was set at 9.5 runs, and they combined for just 6 runs.</p><p>Texas is sending Andrew Heaney to the mound today vs. the Rockies, and he is coming off a start in which he gave up just one earned run. In that outing vs. the Athletics, he went six innings and finished with a no-decision. Looking back at his last three starts, Heaney has finished with a no-decision in two of them. He has yet to pick up a win this season and has a record of 0-4. Heaney's ERA for the season is 4.50, along with a WHIP of 1.11. Opposing batters are hitting .226 off Heaney this season. Per nine innings, he has 7.75 strikeouts and just 2.25 walks.</p><p>So far this season, the Rangers are 6th in the league in runs per game at 5 runs per contest. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.6 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .255, which is the 5th best mark in the league, and they are also one of the league's top home run-hitting teams.</p>

<p>Marcus Semien comes into the game with a batting average of .281 and has been even better of late, hitting .357 over his last nine games. During this stretch, he has two home runs and eight RBIs. Adolis Garcia is also one of the league's top home run hitters, as his eight homers are the 5th best mark in the league. He is batting .260 for the season and has driven in 30 runs.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 10-28, the Rockies are 15 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. So far, they have gone just 5-9 in divisional matchups. Colorado has won two straight games, and these two wins have come at home. The Rockies are just 3-16 on the road this year.</p>

<p>Colorado has an overall series record of 0-11-1 this year, and they have dropped four straight series. As the underdog, the Rockies are 10-28 this year, and they have yet to be favored in a game. In night games, Colorado is 5-18 this year.</p><p>When the Colorado Rockies win, they win big, with an average run margin of +3.4. When they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.9. The Rockies have been a solid bet against the run line overall, going 18-20, including 9-10 at home and 9-10 on the road. They have covered the run line in two straight games overall and as an underdog.</p><p>The Colorado Rockies have played 43 games this season with an over/under line. Their games have averaged 9.4 runs per game, and their over/under record is 18-20. The average over/under line in their games is 10 runs per game. In games with an over/under line of 10.5 runs, the over has gone 1-3. This season, only 23.7% of their games have had an over/under line of 10.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Ryan Feltner gets the start for the Rockies today and will be looking to bounce back from his last outing, where he took the loss. Against the Pirates, he went 5 2/3 innings, giving up five earned runs, and one homer. Feltner finished with three walks and eight strikeouts in the outing. Looking back further, he has made two straight starts on the road and has a record of 1-3 on the season. Feltner's ERA is 5.54, along with a WHIP of 1.46. So far, he has made two home starts and has a record of 0-0 at home.</p><p>Colorado has been one of the league's worst offensive teams this season, averaging just 3.7 runs per game, which is 24th in the MLB. Their home and away splits are pretty similar, with the team averaging 4.2 runs per game at home and 3.3 on the road. As a team, they are batting .241, which is 12th in the league, but are near the bottom of the league in home runs and have the 26th worst strikeout rate in the league.</p>

<p>Ryan McMahon and Elias Diaz come into the game with the team's top batting averages, with McMahon leading the team with a .286 average and Diaz not far behind at .317. McMahon and Diaz are also 1st and 2nd on the team in RBIs, with 20 and 20, respectively. Over his last seven games, McMahon is just 4/26, but Diaz has gone 11/27 in his last seven games.</p>

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<p>In an Eastern Southeast Division matchup, the Charlotte Hornets (18-58) will host the Orlando Magic (45-31) at the Spectrum Center. The Hornets have lost four straight games and are 11.5-point underdogs (+500 moneyline), while the Magic have won three in a row and are favored by 11.5 (-716 moneyline). Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET and the game will be televised on BSSE.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently fourth in the Eastern Conference and first in the Southeast Division, while Charlotte is 13th in the East and fourth in the Southeast.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, April 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-105 in favor of the Magic.</li><li>Our projections have Paolo Banchero finishing with Paolo Banchero points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Magic finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Magic Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Magic have been the favorite in 27 of their 43 games against other Eastern Conference teams this season. Overall, they have a record of 27-6 as the favorite and are favored by 11.5 points today.</p>

<p>Orlando has won three straight games and is currently 4th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 45-31. In their last game, they defeated the Pelicans by a score of 117-108. The O/U line for that game was 208.5.</p>

<p>This season, the Magic have an average O/U record of 34-42 and their games have averaged a combined 218.7 points. Today's O/U line is set at 206, which is lower than 74 of their previous games.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record, the Magic are 49-27 overall and 23-14 on the road. They have covered the spread in two straight road games and have an average ATS scoring differential of -2.5 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>Orlando is 1st in the Southeast Division and has gone 30-17 against other Eastern Conference teams. On the road, they are 18-19 compared to 27-12 at home.</p><p>So far this season, the Magic are 26th in the NBA in scoring at 110.5 points per game. When playing on the road, they are averaging 108.4 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are 29th in the league in made threes at 11.1 per game. In terms of three-point percentage, they are 21st at 35%.</p>

<p>One area where Orlando has excelled is getting to the free-throw line. They lead the NBA in free-throw attempts at 24.6 per game and are 8th in made free throws at 18.5 per game.</p><p>So far this season, the Magic defense has been performing well, ranking 3rd in the NBA at 108.2 points allowed per contest. Most recently, the Magic's defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 108 points to the Pelicans.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>In their last game, the Hornets lost to the Trail Blazers by a score of 89-86. The combined scoring in that game was 175 points, which was below the O/U line of 211.5.</p>

<p>Charlotte has lost four straight games and is 18-58 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 13th place and 4th place in the Southeast Division.</p>

<p>As the underdog this season, the Hornets have a record of 15-55. Today, they are 11.5-point underdogs and have gone 28-40 against the spread as the underdog.</p>

<p>This season, Charlotte has an O/U record of 37-39, and 73 of their games have had higher O/U lines than 206. On average, their games have combined for 222.6 points.</p>

<p>In non-conference games, the Hornets are 7-21 compared to 11-37 against the Eastern Conference. At home, they are 10-28 and have an ATS record of 16-20 at home.</p><p>At home this season, the Hornets are averaging 107.5 points per game, which is 29th in the league. Overall, they are 29th in scoring at 106.1 points per contest. In terms of pace, they are 25th in the NBA with 96.7 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to field goal percentage, the Hornets are 28th in the NBA at 45%. From beyond the arc, they are 27th in three-point shooting at 34%. In terms of free throw attempts, they are last in the league at 18.4 per game.</p>

<p>Heading into this game, the Hornets have scored below the NBA scoring average in 68.4% of their games. They are also on a two-game streak of scoring less than their season average.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Hornets' defense is giving up an average of 116.6 points per game. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA league average in 55.3% of their games. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Hornets are forcing 12.9 per game, which is 18th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 25th in blocked shots at 4.4 per game.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/5/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Leopards and Wildcats are set to face off at 8:00 ET on FS1. The Wildcats will host the game at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Villanova as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 128 points.</p><h3>LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lafayette Leopards +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like Lafayette at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lafayette Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Lafayette Leopards Records</h3> 

<p>Lafayette finished last season with a 10-21 overall record, going 10-9 in Patriot League play. At home, they were 4-11, with an average scoring margin of -6.2 points per game. On the road, they posted a 6-10 record, losing by an average of 4.2 points per game.</p> 

<p>The Leopards were 11-20 against the spread, with a 6-4 record when favored. They struggled as the underdog, going 3-18 straight-up. Their average over/under line was 132.8 points, and they had a 14-17 O/U record, with their games averaging 130.4 points.</p><p>Lafayette averaged 62.8 points per game last season, ranking 281st in possessions per game (63.4). They struggled with shooting, finishing 376th in field goal percentage (40%) and 368th in effective field goal percentage (47%). Their 47% two-point shooting ranked 359th, and they made 7.1 three-pointers per game on 31% shooting, placing 350th in three-point percentage.</p> <p>Returning players Justin Vander Baan and Devin Hines will be key for the Leopards. Vander Baan averaged 9.3 points and 5.2 rebounds per game last season, while Hines added 9.8 points and 3.9 rebounds per game. Both will need to step up for Lafayette to improve offensively.</p><p>Last season, Lafayette allowed 67.3 points per game, ranking 56th in the nation. Opponents shot 33.2% from beyond the arc, placing the Leopards 286th in three-point defense. They also gave up 17.2 free throws per game, ranking 120th nationally.</p> <p>Lafayette averaged 6.6 steals per game, ranking 171st, and blocked 4.3 shots per game, which was 58th in the country.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Villanova?</h3><h3>Villanova Wildcats Records</h3> 

<p>Villanova finished last season with an 18-15 record, going 11-11 in Big East play. They were 13-6 at home, with a +9.8 average scoring margin, but struggled on the road, finishing 5-9.</p> 

<p>The Wildcats were 15-17 against the spread and had a 10-9 home ATS record. They went 12-10 ATS as the favorite and were 3-7 as the underdog. Their games averaged 136 points, and they had a 10-22-1 O/U record, with an average O/U line of 138.9 points.</p><h3>Villanova Wildcats Offense Stats</h3>

<p>Last season, Villanova averaged 70.5 points per game, ranking 150th in possessions per game at 63.5. They shot 42% from the field, placing 319th, with an effective field goal percentage of 50% (206th). The Wildcats made 9.4 three-pointers per game, ranking 29th, and attempted 27.6 per game, ranking 18th, with a 34% success rate (205th). They also made 12.4 free throws per game, ranking 281st.</p>

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<p>Eric Dixon returns after averaging 16.5 points and 6.3 rebounds per game last season. Jhamir Brickus, who averaged 13.9 points and 4.8 assists, also returns for the Wildcats.</p><p>Villanova was one of the better defensive teams in the nation last season, allowing just 65.5 points per game, which ranked 23rd in the country. However, they struggled to defend the three-point line, as opponents shot 33.1% from beyond the arc, placing them 275th in that category.</p> <p>The Wildcats were disciplined on defense, giving up just 14.7 free throws per game, ranking 37th nationally. They averaged 5.7 steals per game, which was 286th in the country, and 2.5 blocked shots per game, ranking 323rd.</p>

Lafayette Leopards vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/4/24

<p>The Gamecocks and Bulldogs are set to face off at 1:00 ET on SECN. The Bulldogs will host the game at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA. The over/under for this Southeastern conference contest is set at 139 points, with Georgia being favored by -1.5 at home against South Carolina.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Bulldogs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Georgia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Gamecocks Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>South Carolina comes into this game with an overall record of 18-3 and a four-game winning streak. They are 6-2 in Southeastern Conference play compared to 12-1 in non-conference games. On the road, the Gamecocks are 5-2 this season, and they have won their last three games away from home.</p>

<p>So far this season, South Carolina has been the underdog in nine of their 21 games, and they have a record of 7-2 in those matchups. They were favored in 12 games and went 11-1.</p><p>South Carolina has been one of the best teams in the country against the spread this season, going 16-5 overall. Their road ATS mark is 6-1, and they have gone 8-2 in their last 10 games as the underdog. In their last three road games, the Gamecocks are 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>South Carolina's over/under record for the season sits at 10-11, and today's line of 139 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (140.6). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 132 points, which is lower than the season average (136.9).</p><p>The South Carolina offense is coming off a game in which they scored 63 points vs. Tennessee. Overall their field goal percentage was 33.9% while connecting on 10 threes. Offensively, the Gamecocks hold a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, placing them 269th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 171st in terms of percentage and 81st in three-pointers made.</p><p>South Carolina's defense has been playing well, ranking 21st nationally, with 64.2 points allowed per game. South Carolina's three-point defense is currently 46th in the country at 5.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.8% of their shots vs. South Carolina.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Georgia comes into this game as 1.5-point favorites, and they have been outstanding in this role, going 11-0. Overall, the Bulldogs are 14-7, including a 4-3 mark in Southeastern Conference play.</p>

<p>At home this season, Georgia is 11-3, and they have been dominant with an average scoring margin of +6.8 points per game. Over their last 10 games at home, the Bulldogs are 8-2.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Georgia has gone 6-4-1 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 7-6-1. The Bulldogs' last 10 ATS mark as the favorite is 5-4-1, while their last 10 home ATS record is also 5-4-1. Over their last three home games, Georgia is 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Georgia has an over/under record of 9-11 this season and the average scoring total in their games is 148.5 points. Today's over/under line of 139 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (149.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 164 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Georgia offense ended with 76 points against Alabama. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 44.3% and made 7 threes. RJ Melendez led the scoring for the Bulldogs, contributing 15 points. Additionally, Noah Thomasson chipped in with 15 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Georgia defense is giving up an average of 73.7 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.5 threes per game vs. South Carolina. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.1%.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blackhawks and Flames. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Flames are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flames to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Blackhawks Defense Show Up in Calgary?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 12-19-2 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p>

<p>Chicago built a 4-0 lead before the Ducks scored twice in the third period. Four different Blackhawks players found the net, with Isaak Phillips opening the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th on a power play. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring with his 1st goal of the year.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. They also recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Chicago's defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Calgary Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Calgary dropped to 15-12-7 with a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames fell behind early, allowing a goal just 20 seconds into the game. Calgary was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>After trailing 2-0, the Flames tied it up with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals to secure the win. Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich each scored for Calgary in the loss.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton, but only managed to score twice. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, and Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third.</p> <p>The Flames had 22 giveaways and earned three assists, with Tyson Barrie picking up his first of the season on Mantha's goal. Calgary was held scoreless in the first period before getting on the board 4:33 into the second.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames gave up an early goal just 20 seconds into the game and another at 11:48 in the first period. After tying the game at 2-2 in the third, they allowed two more goals, including one at 9:50 and an empty-netter with 3 seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage. The Flames' defense also had 15 blocks and 4 takeaways.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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>

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-217) will host the Los Angeles Lakers (+180) in a Western Pacific divisional matchup. The Kings (-6) are favored at home over the Lakers, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 15-12. They have won two straight games coming into tonight's matchup. Sacramento is 12th in the West with a record of 13-15 and have lost their last two games.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -6</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-123 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Win in Sacramento?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 15-12 on the season with a 113-100 win over the Kings on Thursday. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 213 points fell short of the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Lakers went on an 11-0 run, turning a 25-19 deficit into a 30-25 lead. After a 30-25 2nd quarter in favor of the Kings, the Lakers tightened up defensively, winning the 3rd quarter 24-22 and closing out the game by outscoring Sacramento 27-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Austin Reaves led the Lakers to a win over the Kings with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Anthony Davis added 21 points and 19 rebounds, despite shooting just 35%, while LeBron James contributed 19 points and 7 assists, shooting 38.1%.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 40.4% as a team, making 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Reaves and Davis each scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, with Reaves also adding 8 in the 1st.</p><p>The Lakers' defense tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 42 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure a 113-100 win over the Kings. Despite giving up 30 points in the 2nd quarter, they held Sacramento to 22 points in the 3rd and 20 in the 4th.</p> <p>Los Angeles limited the Kings to 11 made threes on 37% shooting from deep. The Lakers also sent Sacramento to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers grabbed 39 rebounds, allowing just 4 offensive boards, while adding 8 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Does Sacramento Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-15 on the season after a 113-100 home loss to the Lakers on Thursday. Sacramento, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 213 points was well below the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>After the Lakers went on an 11-0 run early, the Kings fought back in the 2nd quarter, outscoring L.A. 30-25. However, Sacramento couldn't close the gap, as they were down 86-80 going into the 4th quarter and were outscored 27-20 in the final period.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 26 points and 5 assists in their 113-100 loss to the Lakers, shooting 41.2% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40%. Fox scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Malik Monk added 12 of his 17 points in the 2nd quarter, finishing with 3 made threes at 30% efficiency.</p> <p>Domantas Sabonis contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. The Kings made 11 threes, shooting 37.9% from deep, with a 45.1% overall field goal percentage.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, the Kings couldn’t overcome a rough 1st quarter, where they allowed 37 points, leading to a 113-100 loss to the Lakers. Sacramento held Los Angeles to 40% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Kings gave up 12 threes on 36% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 30 times, with Los Angeles converting 25 free throws. Sacramento finished with 7 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Gamecocks versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SECN. The game will be played at Reed Arena in College Station, TX. The over/under for this Southeastern conference contest is set at 135.5 points, with Texas A&M being favored by -5 at home against South Carolina.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS TEXAS A&M AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M Aggies -5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Arena at 8:30 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will South Carolina Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>South Carolina enters today's game with a record of 22-5, including a 10-4 mark in Southeastern Conference play. The Gamecocks have been dominant at home this season, going 15-2 with an average scoring margin of +11.5.</p>

<p>As the underdog, South Carolina has gone 9-3 this season, and they enter today's game as 5-point underdogs. On the road, the Gamecocks have gone 7-3 this season, and over their last 10 games away from home, they are 7-3.</p><p>As the underdog, South Carolina has an impressive 10-2 record vs. the spread this season. Their road ATS mark is also strong at 8-2, and they have gone 4-1 vs. the spread in their last 5 road games. Overall, the Gamecocks are 19-8 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>South Carolina's over/under record this season is 12-15 and today's line of 135.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (139.6). So far, 13 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points and their OU record during that span is 1-2.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Gamecocks' offense tallied 72 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 71.8 points per game. The team's top scorer is B.J. Mack, who enters today's matchup with an average of 13.9, while Meechie Johnson Jr. also carries a PPG average of 13.5 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Gamecocks' defense is positioned 25th in the country, permitting 65.1 points per game. In today's game, the South Carolina defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 3 three-pointers while giving up 59 points.</p><h3>Will Texas A&M Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>After a 86-51 loss to Tennessee, Texas A&M looks to snap their four-game losing streak as they enter this game as five-point favorites. So far this year, they have a record of 15-12. At home, they are 10-5, and over their last ten games at home, they have gone 6-4. For the season, their average scoring margin at home is +8.1 points per game.</p>

<p>On the year, Texas A&M has been favored in 19 games and has gone 12-7 in those matchups. As for their record in the Southeastern Conference, it currently sits at 6-8. In non-conference play, they have gone 9-4.</p><p>As the favorite, Texas A&M has gone just 3-7 vs. the spread in their last 10 games. Their overall ATS mark this year is 11-16 and they are just 6-9 vs. the spread at home. In their last 3 home games, the Aggies are 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Texas A&M games is 15-12, and today's over/under line of 135.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (144.2). So far, 19 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1, and the average scoring total in those games is 153 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Texas A&M offense concluded with only 51 points against Tennessee. Throughout the game, they made 7/34 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 27.3%. The team's top scorer is Wade Taylor IV, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 18.8, while Tyrece Radford also maintains a PPG average of 15.1 leading up to the game.</p><p>Currently, the Aggies' defense holds the 129th rank in the nation, allowing 70.4 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 8.6 threes per game vs. South Carolina. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 33.9%.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Texas A&M Aggies Betting Pick & Prediction 2/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Catamounts game? Catch the action at Patrick Gymnasium in Burlington, VT, as the Catamounts hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN2. This America East conference matchup has an over/under of 138 points, and Vermont is favored to win by -13.5 at home vs. New Hampshire.</p><h3>NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS VS VERMONT CATAMOUNTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Patrick Gymnasium at 5:00 ET on Tuesday, March 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Catamounts.</li><li>Even though we have Vermont winning straight-up, we like New Hampshire at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Despite being the underdog, New Hampshire has a chance to snap their four-game road losing streak when they take on Vermont. So far this season, they have gone 7-9 on the road, and their average scoring margin is -5.5.</p>

<p>Overall, the Wildcats have gone 16-14, including an 8-9 record in America East action. In their last game, they were victorious over Binghamton by a score of 77-64.</p><p>As the underdog, New Hampshire has gone 10-5 vs. the spread this season and 14-15 overall. On the road, the Wildcats are 10-6 ATS and have gone 1-4 vs. the spread in their last 5 road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138 is lower than the average over/under line in New Hampshire's games this season (150.7). So far, 23 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 144 points.</p><p>The New Hampshire offense is coming off a game in which they scored 77 points vs. Binghamton. Overall their field goal percentage was 44.4% while connecting on 10 threes. The team's top scorer is Clarence O. Daniels II, who enters today's matchup with an average of 19.6, while Ahmad Robinson also carries a PPG average of 15.4 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Wildcats' defense is nationally ranked 237th, allowing 74.4 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.1 threes per game vs. Vermont. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.1%.</p><h3>Does Vermont Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Vermont Catamounts are 13.5-point favorites for tonight's game against the New Hampshire Wildcats. Vermont is 26-6 overall this season, including 16-1 in America East Conference play. The Catamounts have won eight straight games and have gone 13-1 at home this season.</p>

<p>For the season, Vermont has been favored in 24 of its 32 games, going 21-3 in those contests. The Catamounts have a scoring margin of +10.2 points per game at home this season, and they have gone 9-1 in their last 10 games at home.</p><p>As the favorite, Vermont has gone 11-13 vs. the spread this year and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games as the favorite. At home, the Catamounts have gone 6-8 vs. the spread this season and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games as the favorite.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138 falls in line with the average over/under line of 139.8 in Vermont's games this season. So far, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 138 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Catamounts' offense finished with 75 points, which is right in line with their current average of 72.7 points per contest. On the offensive front, the Catamounts have a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, ranking 114th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 181st in terms of percentage and 59th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Vermont's defense has been playing well, ranking 13th nationally, with 63.2 points allowed per game. In their previous game vs. Albany, the Great Danes finished with a field goal percentage of 43% and a total of 72 points vs. Vermont.</p>

New Hampshire Wildcats vs Vermont Catamounts Betting Pick & Prediction 3/12/24

<p>Both the Cardinals and Pirates will be looking to move up in the NL Central standings when they face off at 6:40 PM ET. This one is being played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, and the Pirates are the slight favorite on the money line (-127). The money line odds have the Cardinals at +109.</p>

<p>Wednesday's forecast in Pittsburgh calls for temperatures in the mid 80's and broken clouds. Miles Mikolas will start for the Cardinals, and he is facing off against Jared Jones. St. Louis is currently on a two-game winning streak, and they are 2nd in the NL Central, while the Pirates are 3rd at 40-44.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline -127</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 6:40 ET on Wednesday, July 3rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cardinals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>St. Louis picked up a 7-4 road win over the Pirates in the most recent game of this series. The Cardinals had a huge 4th inning, scoring four of their seven runs. As for the Pirates, they scored four of their five runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Cardinals were at +103 on the money line.</p>

<p>Kyle Gibson got the win for the Cardinals in this one, going five innings and giving up four earned runs. He finished the game with eight strikeouts but issued a season-high five walks. As for the Pirates, Mitch Keller gave up five earned runs in five innings of work.</p>

<p>Nolan Gorman and Alec Burleson each homered for the Cardinals, while Jack Suwinski went deep for the Pirates. Gorman, Brendan Donovan, and Paul Goldschmidt each had two hits and two RBIs for St. Louis' offense.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is 44-40 overall and is six games behind the Brewers for the NL Central lead. The Cardinals have won two straight games, and they are 12-11 against other teams in the NL Central. So far, they have gone 24-18 at home and 20-22 on the road.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Cardinals have gone 14-16 this year, and they are 22-21 as the underdog overall. St. Louis' overall series record is 14-11-2, and they are coming off a series win over the Giants.</p><p>When the Cardinals win, they win big, with an average run margin of 2.4 runs. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.6 runs. Their run line record is 43-41, with a -0.4 run margin. They are 27-16 vs. the run line as an underdog, and 16-25 as a favorite.</p><p>St. Louis is on the road against Pittsburgh today, and the over/under line is set at 8 runs. The Cardinals have a combined run average of 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 37-44. When the over/under line has been set at 8 runs, their record is 7-9-1. Overall, 51.2% of their games have had over/under lines set at more than 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Miles Mikolas is starting for the Cardinals today as he faces the Pirates on the road. This year, he has made 17 starts and has a record of 6-7 with an ERA of 5.32. Looking at his overall numbers, Mikolas has a WHIP of 1.25 and has issued just 1.71 walks per nine innings. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up nine earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Mikolas has made nine starts on the road and has a record of 5-4 with a 4.90 ERA.</p><p>Over the past 10 games, Alec Burleson has been swinging a hot bat for the Cardinals, going 12/37 with three homers and 15 RBIs. Brendan Donovan has also been a key contributor of late, batting .361 with six RBIs in this stretch. Donovan comes into the game with a team-leading 42 RBIs and is 4th on the team with eight homers. Nolan Gorman has struggled with a batting average of just .192 but does lead the team with 17 homers.</p>

<p>Overall, the Cardinals are batting just .240 as a team and are 26th in the league in runs scored. They have also been one of the worst home run hitting teams in the league this season. As a team, they are averaging 4 runs per game.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 40-44 overall, putting them 3rd in the NL Central. Currently, they trail the Brewers by 10 games for the division lead. So far, they have gone just 12-12 against other NL Central teams. The Pirates dropped the first game of this series vs. the Cardinals and overall are 11-12-4 in series this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 19-21 this year and have gone 21-23 on the road. As the favorite, Pittsburgh is 15-19 this year and 25-25 as the underdog. They have dropped two straight as the favorite.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Pirates have been a better bet on the road this season, going 26-18 compared to 19-21 at home. They have lost five straight run line bets at home and have been favored in four of their last five run line losses. Overall, the Pirates are 45-39 vs. the run line this season, with an average run margin of -0.4 runs per game.</p><p>When the Pirates play at home, the over/under line is set at 8 runs, which is right at their combined run average of 8.5 runs per game. Overall, the Pirates have a 39-44 over/under record, and their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, the Pirates have a 10-12 over/under record, and 46.4% of their games have had higher lines than 8 runs.</p><p>Jared Jones gets the start for the Pirates today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he gave up just two earned runs in seven innings of work. In that outing vs. the Rays, he only gave up three hits and issued three walks. Looking back further, Jones has made nine quality starts this year and is 5-6 with a 3.66 ERA. For the season, opponents are batting .215 vs. Jones. Per nine innings, he is averaging 9.73 strikeouts compared to 2.62 walks. At home, Jones has an ERA of 2.27.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates are averaging just 4 runs per game, which is 25th in the MLB. They have been a little better on the road, averaging 4.2 runs per game. As a team, the Pirates are batting just .227, and their on-base percentage of .296 is also near the bottom of the league. Pittsburgh's team OPS of .655 is 26th in the MLB.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds has been the Pirates' top hitter this season, as he is batting .271 with 13 home runs and 46 RBIs. His 46 RBIs are the best mark on the team. Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen have also been solid power threats this season, with 12 homers apiece. However, McCutchen has struggled of late, going just 3/20 in his last five games.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 7/3/24

<p>The Cubs are the heavy favorite on the money line today, as they are at -166 compared to the Marlins at +141. Today's over/under line is sitting at 8 runs, and the game will be televised on MARQ.</p>

<p>First pitch from loanDepot Park in Miami is set for 4:10 PM ET. Chicago is currently 3rd in the NL Central, while the Marlins are 5th in the NL East. Valente Bellozo is starting for the Marlins, and the Cubs are starting Shota Imanaga.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs Moneyline -166</p><p>This game will be played at loanDepot Park at 4:10 ET on Saturday, August 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS MARLINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cubs winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Chicago picked up a 6-3 win over the Marlins in the most recent game of this series. The Cubs had a big 3rd inning, scoring three of their six runs. As for the Marlins, they scored their three runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Cubs were favored at -125 on the money line.</p>

<p>Kyle Hendricks got the start for the Cubs, going just 4 2/3 innings while giving up three runs and striking out two. Porter Hodge got the win out of the bullpen, and Jorge Lopez got the save. Max Meyer went six innings for the Marlins, giving up three earned runs on six hits.</p>

<p>Miguel Amaya and Ian Happ each homered for the Cubs, while Pete Crow-Armstrong scored twice and drove in a run while going 2/3. Seiya Suzuki also had a two-hit game at the plate.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>After winning the series opener vs. the Marlins, the Cubs are 64-65 overall, putting them 3rd in the NL Central. They are 10.5 games behind the Brewers for the division lead and trail the Cardinals by a half-game for the 2nd Wild Card spot. Chicago's record includes an 17-26 mark in divisional games.</p>

<p>Chicago has won two straight games, and they are 36-29 at home compared to 28-36 on the road. The Cubs have an overall series record of 17-21-3, and they have won two straight series. As the favorite, the Cubs are 32-31 this year.</p><p>When the Cubs are favored, they are just 18-45 against the run line. However, when they are the underdog, they are 44-22. They have a run line record of 37-27 on the road this season and have covered in two straight games.</p><p>The Cubs have been involved in a lot of high-scoring games this season, with their combined run average sitting at 8.3 runs per game. They have hit the over in 57 of their 125 games, and their over/under record is 6-16-1 when the line is set at 8 runs. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs, and they are currently on a three-game over streak.</p><p>Shota Imanaga gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Marlins on the road. He has made 23 starts this season and has a record of 9-3 with an ERA of 3.10. Looking at his overall numbers, Imanaga has a WHIP of 1.07 and has issued just 1.35 walks per nine innings. In his last outing, Imanaga took the loss, giving up one earned run in five innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Imanaga has allowed at least one homer in three straight outings.</p><p>Chicago comes into the game averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 18th in the league. They have been slightly better on the road, averaging 4.3 runs per game. As a team, the Cubs are batting .235, which is 17th in the league, and are also 16th in home runs. Currently, they are 7th in the league in walks.</p>

<p>Ian Happ has been the Cubs' top power threat this season, as his 23 home runs is the best mark on the team and 14th in the league. He has also been swinging the bat well of late, going 10/37 in his last 10 games with four homers. Overall, Happ is batting just .232. Nico Hoerner has been a solid contact hitter for the Cubs, batting .252 with five homers.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is 46-82 overall, and they are 28.0 games behind the Phillies in the NL East. The Marlins have dropped four straight games, and they are 13-26 against other teams in the NL East. The Marlins lost the series opener vs. the Cubs and have an overall series record of 10-25-6 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are 24-43 compared to a 22-39 mark on the road. As the underdog, the Marlins are 42-69 this season, and they are just 4-13 when favored. Their overall record as the underdog is much better than their record as the favorite.</p><p>When the Marlins win, they do so by an average of 2.7 runs per game, which has led to a run line record of 58-70. They have been a better bet on the run line as an underdog, going 56-55 compared to 2-15 as the favorite. They have covered the run line in 30 of 61 road games, but have failed to cover in four straight games at home.</p><p>When the Miami Marlins have played at home this season, the over has hit at a 71-54 clip, and the average combined run total in those games is 8.8. The over/under line for today's game against the Chicago Cubs is set at 8 runs, and the Marlins have gone 16-10-2 in games with an O/U line of 8. Miami has seen 66 of their games this season with an O/U line set higher than 8 runs, which accounts for 51.6% of their games. The over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Miami starter Valente Bellozo has made six starts this season and has a record of 2-1 with an ERA of 2.46. He has made one quality start this year and is coming off an outing in which he gave up two earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. In that outing, he gave up one homer. Bellozo has been pitching well lately, as he hasn't taken a loss in his last three outings. Opponents are batting .218 off the right-hander this season. Per nine innings, Bellozo has 7.36 strikeouts and just 2.18 walks.</p><p>For the season, the Marlins are averaging just 3.7 runs per game, which is 29th in the league. Their home and road splits are pretty similar, with the team averaging 4.1 runs per game at home and 3.2 on the road. As a team, the Marlins are batting just .239, and they are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage and OPS.</p>

<p>Jake Burger has been the Marlins' top power threat this season, as his 25 homers are 13th in the league. However, he is hitting just .248 for the season and has gone 7/32 in his last eight games. Burger also has two homers during that stretch. Josh Bell, Otto Lopez, and Jesús Sánchez are all on decent hitting streaks right now.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction 8/24/24

<p>Chicago and Cleveland are set to face off in an interleague matchup at 6:40 PM ET at Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH. The Guardians are the favorites on the money line, with their odds sitting at -129, while the Cubs are +109 on the money line. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Chicago comes in with a record of 59-61 and is starting Javier Assad, while the Guardians will have Matthew Boyd on the mound. Cleveland is currently on a three-game winning streak and is first in the AL Central, while the Cubs are 3rd in the NL Central. BSGL will be televising Tuesday's game.</p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline -129</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Guardians winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cubs 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>Cleveland rallied for four runs in the 4th inning and added three more in the 5th, picking up a 9-8 win over the Cubs in the most recent game of this series. The Guardians had a huge 4th inning, scoring four of their nine runs. As for the Cubs, they scored four of their eight runs in the 7th.</p>

<p>Ben Lively got the start for Cleveland, going just 3 2/3 innings while giving up three runs and striking out one. Nick Sandlin got the win out of the bullpen, and Emmanuel Clase got the save. Shota Imanaga only went five innings for the Cubs, giving up three earned runs on seven hits.</p>

<p>Jhonkensy Noel was the difference for the Guardians, as he homered twice, scored four times, and finished with four RBIs. Steven Kwan also had a two-hit game and scored twice for Cleveland's offense.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>Chicago is two games below .500 at 59-61 as they take on the Guardians today. The Cubs are nine games behind the Brewers in the NL Central, and they are in 3rd place in the division. So far, they have gone just 17-26 in divisional games. The Cubs have won three straight series, and their overall series record is 15-20-3 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Cubs are 32-27 this year, and they are 27-34 on the road. As the underdog, Chicago has gone 32-32 this year, and they have won two straight games as the underdog overall. The Cubs have been the favorite in 56 games, and they are 27-29 in those games.</p><p>The Cubs have been a good bet on the run line this season, with a 58-62 record. They have been especially good on the run line as the underdog, going 43-21. They have a run line win streak as the underdog, covering in two straight games.</p>The Chicago Cubs are on the road against the Cleveland Guardians today, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The Cubs have a combined run average of 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 53-63. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Cubs have a record of 15-13. So far this season, 34 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 28.3% of their games.<p>Chicago is sending right-hander Javier Assad to the mound today as he faces off against the Guardians. Assad has made 21 starts this season and has a record of 5-3 with an ERA of 3.24. So far, he has turned in four quality starts and is averaging 7.89 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Assad finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in four innings of work. Before that, he had gone three straight outings without giving up a home run. One area of concern for Assad is his walk rate, as he is averaging 4.12 walks per nine innings compared to 7.89 strikeouts.</p><p>For the season, the Cubs are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 19th in the league. This is a team that has been pretty consistent, as they are averaging 4.4 runs per game on the road and 4.1 runs per game at home. As a team, they are batting .237, which is 18th in the league.</p>

<p>Chicago's top power hitter this season has been Ian Happ, who is 13th in the league with 20 home runs. Happ has also driven in 67 runs, which is the best mark on the team. However, he is batting just .230 for the season. Isaac Paredes is 2nd on the team with 63 RBIs and has 18 homers, but he is also batting just .238. Nico Hoerner comes into the game on a three-game hitting streak and is batting .256 for the season.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland is currently 70-49 overall and leads the AL Central by 3.5 games over the Twins. The Guardians have taken the first game of their series vs. the Cubs and have an overall series record of 22-11-5 this year. At home, the Guardians are 36-20 this year and 34-29 on the road.</p>

<p>The Guardians have won three straight games and are 48-25 as the favorite this year. As the home favorite, they have gone 31-14 this year. So far, they are 21-17 against other teams in the AL Central. Looking back, the Guardians have gone just 3-7 over their last ten games.</p><p>When it comes to run line betting, the Guardians have been a .500 team overall, but they have been better on the road, covering the run line in 33 of 63 games. They have also been better as an underdog, covering the run line in 27 of 46 games. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.3, while it is -3.2 in losing games.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians are home today and are set to face the Chicago Cubs. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is just below their combined run average of 8.6 runs per game. The Guardians have a 58-53 over/under record on the season, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, they are 17-15. Overall, 20.2% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Matthew Boyd is coming off a season in which he made 15 starts and went 5-5. His ERA for the season was 5.45, and he finished the year with three quality starts. Boyd's FIP for the season was 4.35, and he averaged 9.25 strikeouts per nine innings. His WHIP for the season was 1.32, and he finished the year with a batting average allowed of .245. Boyd's slugging percentage allowed was .415, and he finished the year with an OPS allowed of .726. For the season, Boyd allowed a total of 11 home runs.</p><p>For the season, the Guardians are averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 13th in the league. At home, they have been even better, averaging 4.9 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .241, which is 15th in the MLB, and are 11th in home runs. Cleveland is also one of the best teams in the league at avoiding strikeouts.</p>

<p>Jose Ramirez has been red hot of late, going 14/41 in his last 10 games with three homers. For the season, he is batting .282 and is 2nd in the league with 97 RBIs. Josh Naylor has also been swinging the bat well, going deep three times in his last 10 games, while batting .237.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 8/13/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bobcats versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Dee Events Center in Ogden, UT. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 133 points, and the Wildcats are favored to win at home against the Bobcats.</p><h3>MONTANA STATE BOBCATS VS WEBER STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montana State Bobcats +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dee Events Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTANA STATE BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Weber State winning straight-up, we like Montana State at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bobcats Ready for a Win at Ogden?</h3><p>Today marks the 13th game of the season for Montana State, who currently have a 6-6 record. If they can come out with a victory today, Montana State will even out their road record, which currently stands at 2-3. Montana State's ATS performance shows a 3-6 record heading into today's game. In their last five games, they are 1-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far, Montana State's games have averaged 140.6 points per game with the average over/under line being 141.6 points. The Bobcats have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 160 points per game and an over/under record of 3-1.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Montana State offense ended with 74 points against Idaho State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 49% and made 5 threes. Offensively, the Bobcats hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 222nd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 239th in terms of percentage and 52nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>On the defensive side, Montana State is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 71.9 points per game. In their previous game vs. Idaho State, the Bengals finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 66 points vs. Montana State.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Today, Weber State will face Montana State in their 13th game of the season. So far this year, Weber State has an 8-4 record. In their last ten home games, including those from last year, Weber State has gone 8-2. Weber State has a winning record against the spread, sitting at 5-4. At home, Weber State is 3-1 ATS this season and has gone 5-2 ATS in their previous ten home games.</p><p>After 12 games, Weber State has an over/under record of 3-5-1, with their games averaging a combined 131.4 points per game so far. The Wildcats have an over/under record of 2-0 in their last three games, with their games averaging 146 points per game.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, Weber State's offense scored 93 points against Montana. Their field goal percentage for the game was 57.4%, and they went 22/29 from the free-throw line. The team's top scorer is Dillon Jones, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 17.5, while Steven Verplancken also maintains a PPG average of 12.6 leading up to the game.</p><p>Weber State's defense has been playing well, ranking 6th nationally, with 59.4 points allowed per game. In today's game vs. Montana State, the Weber State defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Weber State made 22 free-throws vs. the Wildcats.</p>

Montana State Bobcats vs Weber State Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Liberty Flames 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>The Texans are favored on the road with a money line of -133 as they take on the Chiefs at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on NBC, and the Texans are -2 point favorites. The over/under line is currently at 40 points. The Chiefs are the underdog with a +111 money line.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -2</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 26 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Texans sit atop the AFC South, and they have a 100% chance of winning the division and making the playoffs. Houston ranks 11th in our power rankings heading into week 16, and they are on a two-game winning streak, including a 20-12 win over the Dolphins in week 15. The Texans were 2.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, but the 32 combined points fell short of the 46.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Houston has a +2 scoring margin this season and is 6-7-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-9-1, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 11th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.4 points per game, and they have been strong in the 1st quarter, ranking 5th in the league. Houston is 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions with a 37.2% success rate, and they are 19th in passing yards per game (212.8) despite ranking 9th in pass attempts per game.</p> <p>C.J. Stroud threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns on 18/26 passing in week 15 against the Dolphins. Joe Mixon led the team in receiving with 5 catches for 33 yards, and Dare Ogunbowale had a 35-yard run. Houston scored all 20 of their points in the first 3 quarters, failing to score in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Texans' defense came up with three interceptions and held Miami to just 30.8% on third down in their 20-12 win over the Dolphins. Despite allowing 172 passing yards, Houston defended the pass well, giving up only 4.3 yards per attempt. Miami finished with just 52 yards rushing on 19 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Texans allowed only 224 total yards and 72.5% completions. They gave up one passing touchdown but made up for it with three key interceptions.</p><h3>Will The Chiefs Win At Home Over The Texans?</h3><p>With a 13-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 100% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 12th in our power rankings and have a +5 scoring margin this season. Against the spread, Kansas City is 5-8-1, including a 4-7-1 mark as favorites. Their O/U record is 6-8, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p> <p>After a week 11 loss to the Bills, the Chiefs have won four in a row, including a 21-7 victory over the Browns in week 15. They narrowly beat the Chargers and Raiders in weeks 14 and 13, respectively, and edged out the Panthers 30-27 in week 12.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Chiefs rank 9th in our offensive power rankings and 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.5 points per game. They are 14th in passing yards per game (224.1) and 15th in rushing yards (112.1), with 36 passing attempts per game (5th) and 27.9 rushing attempts (9th). Despite ranking 22nd in red zone conversion percentage, Kansas City leads the league in 3rd-down conversions and ranks 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Patrick Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury but has avoided interceptions in his last three games. In week 15, he threw for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Browns. Xavier Worthy led the team with 46 receiving yards, and Kareem Hunt had 45 rushing yards. Kansas City scored all 21 points in the first three quarters before being shut out in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 139 rushing yards on just 21 attempts, the Chiefs' defense played well in their most recent game, coming away with four interceptions and allowing just 127 passing yards. They picked up a 21-7 win over the Browns, holding Cleveland to just 7 points. Kansas City's defense also had five sacks in the game.</p>
<p>The Chiefs' defense limited the Browns to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down and won the tackles for loss battle. Even though they gave up a high 6.6 yards per attempt in the running game, the big plays in the passing game helped them secure the win.</p>

Houston Texans vs Kansas City Chiefs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

The Vegas Golden Knights are the biggest favorites in the first round of the 2020 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. They did what they had to do in the Qualifying Round in order to take down the top seed and their prize is the Chicago Blackhawks. The Blackhawks pulled off the 12 vs. 5 upset in the Qualifying Round over the Edmonton Oilers. They’ll have to pull off an upset of much greater magnitude to advance to the next level.
<h3><strong><u>Series Schedule</u></strong></h3>
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 10:30 p.m.: Blackhawks @ Golden Knights

Thursday, Aug. 13, 5:30 p.m.: Blackhawks @ Golden Knights

Saturday, Aug. 15, 8 p.m.: Golden Knights @ Blackhawks

Sunday, Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m.: Golden Knights @ Blackhawks

*Tuesday, Aug. 18, TBD: Blackhawks @ Golden Knights

*Thursday, Aug. 20, TBD: Golden Knights @ Blackhawks

*Saturday, Aug. 22, TBD: Blackhawks @ Golden Knights

The Blackhawks and Golden Knights will get started late on Tuesday night, but their other games will be at a more reasonable hour for Blackhawks fans and those around the globe that were captivated by Vegas’s inaugural season playoff run and simply became fans as a result.

One potential back-to-back has been thrown in as a wrinkle for every series, but the fact that it falls on Games 3 and 4, which could be potential swing games in the series, could come into play.
<h3><strong><u>Series Odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline">BetOnline Sportsbook</a></u></strong></h3>
Chicago Blackhawks +280

Vegas Golden Knights -350
<h3><strong><u>Chicago</u></strong><strong><u> Blackhawks</u></strong></h3>
The Blackhawks might have lucked out in the Qualifying Round. Edmonton’s problem most of the season was a lack of depth. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl got their points all season long, but Edmonton had just gotten the roster close to where they wanted it when the pandemic shut everything down. It was a team built on speed and transition. Those things get out of sync with long layoffs and the Blackhawks, who were a pretty good offensive team in their own right, simply scored more goals than the Oilers.

Chicago faces a very big uphill climb here. The Blackhawks allowed the second-most high-danger scoring chances in the NHL with 728. They had 614 of their own, which ranked 12th. The problem is that the Vegas Golden Knights led the NHL in high-danger chances at 5-v-5 and did so by a large margin.

On the plus side for Chicago, Vegas only had 150 goals at 5-v-5, which ranked 10th, so they squandered far too many of those opportunities. That might be enough for Corey Crawford and Company to hang around for a bit. Crawford struggled early in the series against the Oilers, but bounced back and played well in Game 3 and Game 4 to help his team advance.

Chicago still has Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews. Duncan Keith is 36 now and a step slower than he used to be, but a youth infusion with Dominik Kubalik, Alex DeBrincat, and Dylan Strome really helped the Blackhawks generate a lot of offense with their forwards.
<h3><strong><u>Vegas Golden Knights</u></strong></h3>
Is there a goaltender controversy for VGK? There shouldn’t be. Marc-Andre Fleury held this team back during the regular season with a 2.77 GAA and a .905 SV%. He had a GSAA of -6.50. Malcolm Subban wasn’t any better. Lehner was over 10 GSAA for the Blackhawks and he was a Trade Deadline pickup for the Knights. Lehner stopped 78 of 83 shots to finish the regular season and 56 of 62 shots in the Round Robin.

Vegas only outscored the opposition 150-144 at 5-v-5, but it should have been better. The offense underachieved with a 157 xGF (expected goals for) and the defense should have been a lot better with an xGA (expected goals against) of 122.95. The Knights allowed way more goals than they should have and scored a few fewer goals than they should have.

The advanced metrics crowd loves this team, so the line was definitely set high for that reason and also because Chicago would have been well on the outside of the playoff picture if COVID hadn’t happened. Chicago was the last team to make it in the West and they were six points out when everything shut down.

The Vegas penalty kill was not good during the season. They ranked 27th in that department. Using the xGA formula, Vegas allowed 10 more goals than they should have in those man-down situations. That is another area where Lehner should help dramatically.
<h3><strong><u>Series Prediction</u></strong></h3>
Vegas in 5.

Vegas looked good in the restart, though they did allow seven goals at 5-v-5. It will be tough for them to hit the ground running and look dominant in this series right from the jump against a Chicago team that played very well for the most part against Edmonton. So, I’ll give the Blackhawks a game, but they aren’t good enough defensively to win this series in upset fashion.
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<p>The Red Sox and Blue Jays are set to face off in an AL East matchup at 7:07 PM ET at Rogers Centre in Toronto. The Red Sox have won two straight and are 37-35 overall, while the Blue Jays are 35-36 and have Yusei Kikuchi on the mound vs. Nick Pivetta for Boston.</p>

<p>Toronto is at -132 on the money line compared to the Red Sox at +113, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs. SNET will be televising this one. </p><h3>TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Blue Jays Moneyline -132</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 7:07 ET on Monday, June 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RED SOX VS BLUE JAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Blue Jays winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Red Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Boston closed out their series vs. the Yankees with an impressive 9-3 win. Leading up to the game, they were the slight favorite at +123 on the money line. It was a big 2nd inning that really turned things in their favor, as the Red Sox scored two runs in the inning and added another two in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Kutter Crawford put together a good start for the Red Sox, going six innings and giving up three runs on just three hits. He also issued only one walk and struck out nine Yankees batters. Boston's offense was carried by Ceddanne Rafaela, who went 3/4 with two RBIs.</p><p>Boston is 3rd in the AL East, trailing the Yankees by 12 games. Overall, the Red Sox are 37-35 as they play on the road today vs. the Blue Jays. They are 7-9 in AL East games this year and won two straight games heading into today.</p>

<p>The Red Sox won their series vs. the Yankees and are 6-4 across their last 10 games. As the road underdog, Boston is 11-13 this season, and they are 19-14 as the favorite. So far, they have gone 18-20 at home.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Red Sox, it's been more profitable to take them on the road than at home. Boston is 20-14 against the run line on the road this season compared to 14-24 at Fenway Park. The Red Sox have an average run margin of 1.3 runs per game on the road, which is higher than their overall average run margin of 0.5 runs per game.</p><p>When the Red Sox are on the road, the over/under line is typically set at 8 runs, but today's line is 7.5 runs. Boston's games have averaged 8.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 32-35. In games where the line was set at 7.5 runs, the over has hit 6 times and the under has hit 9 times. The over has hit in 55 of the 72 games the Red Sox have played this season, and they are currently on a two-game over streak.</p><p>Through 9 starts, Nick Pivetta has a record of 3-4 and an ERA of 3.88. His WHIP for the season is currently 1.08. Pivetta's last outing came on June 12th, where he finished with a no-decision. In that start, he gave up 4 earned runs in 4 innings of work. Before that outing, he had won two straight starts. Pivetta's ERA at home is 5.81 compared to 3.56 on the road. Opposing batters are hitting .211 this season off Pivetta. So far, he has turned in three quality starts.</p><p>The Red Sox offense has been one of the best in the league this season, averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. They have been even better on the road, scoring an average of 4.9 runs per game. Boston has been a tough lineup to strike out, as their 9 strikeouts per game is the 28th best mark in the league. As a team, they are batting .252, which is 6th in the MLB.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers has been a big power threat for the Red Sox this season, as his 13 homers leads the team and is 10th best in the league. He is also 2nd on the team with 36 RBIs. Ceddanne Rafaela has gone 13/34 over his last nine games and is on a five-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>The Blue Jays's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Guardians, closing out their series with a 7-6 win. After allowing two runs to the Guardians in the top of the 2nd, the Blue Jays responded with two runs of their own. Toronto went on to add another two runs in the 2nd inning, and Daulton Varsho's homer in the 3rd put the Blue Jays up 5-2. The Guardians scored two runs in the 6th to tie things up, but the Blue Jays's picked up the win with two runs in the bottom of the 6th.</p>

<p>José Berríos got the start for the Blue Jays, going six innings and giving up four earned runs on eight hits. He only had one strikeout in the outing and got the win. The Blue Jays's offense was carried by Daulton Varsho, who went 2/5 with a homer and four RBIs.</p><p>Toronto is hosting the Red Sox today with an overall record of 35-36, which has them 4th in the AL East. Currently, they trail the Yankees by 13.5 games in the division. The Blue Jays have gone 9-10 in AL East matchups this year.</p>

<p>The Blue Jays have won two straight games, and they closed out their series vs. the Guardians with a win. So far, they have been the favorite in 47 games, going 29-18 in those matchups. As for their time as the underdog, they are just 6-18 in those games. At home, the Blue Jays have gone 18-11 when favored. Their overall series record is 9-10-4 this year.</p><p>When the Blue Jays win, they win big, with an average run margin of +3.1 runs per game. However, they lose by an average of -3.9 runs per game. Overall, they are 33-38 against the run line this season, and they are 12-22 at home. They are 21-16 on the road against the run line.</p><p>The Toronto Blue Jays have an over/under record of 30-39 this season, and their games have averaged 8.3 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, they have gone over the total 11 times and under 8 times. Overall, 69.0% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs. The Blue Jays are playing at home today against the Boston Red Sox, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs.</p><p>Left-hander Yusei Kikuchi gets the start for the Blue Jays today as he faces the Red Sox at home. Kikuchi has made 14 starts this year and has a record of 4-5 with a 3.26 ERA. So far, he has turned in seven quality starts and is coming off a game in which he didn't allow a run. In that outing vs. the Brewers, he went five innings, picking up the win. Kikuchi has been much better at home, coming in with a record of 2-4 and 3.46 ERA compared to 2-1 with a 3.97 ERA on the road.</p><p>As a team, the Blue Jays are near the bottom of the league in most offensive categories, including runs scored, home runs, and batting average. They are averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is 24th in the league. Toronto's team batting average of .232 is 18th in the league. The Blue Jays do have two players with double-digit home runs, with Daulton Varsho leading the team with 11 homers, but he is batting just .220 for the season.</p>

<p>Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been a consistent hitter for the Blue Jays this season, batting .284 overall and has gone 9/37 in his last 10 games. He has seven homers for the season. Daulton Varsho has gone 8/30 in his last 10 games and has one homer in that stretch. However, he is just 1/11 in his last five games. Davis Schneider has also struggled of late, going 3/28 in his last 10 games.</p>

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