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The field has been cut from 125 to 70 for this week’s BMW Championship. There are only three FedEx Cup Playoff events this season and this one is at Olympia Fields Country Club on the outskirts of Chicago. I kept thinking it was at Medinah Country Club because it was last year, but Olympia Fields will host its first PGA Tour event since the 2003 US Open when the first group tees off on Thursday.

That means that we’ll have to do a lot of digging for this event with no course form data to rely on. Some people say course form data doesn’t matter all that much and can’t hold a candle to recent form. I guess we’ll see how it all plays out here at Reference Number 01000082 on the US National Register of Historic Places.

We’ll use the odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a> to focus on the field. The entire list will be down below the content in the body of the article, but we’ll cite the odds on certain players as we go along.
<h3><strong><u>The Field</u></strong></h3>
The top 70 in the FedEx Cup standings are the only players allowed entry to this tournament. Quite a few notable names are missing, like Sergio Garcia, Rickie Fowler, and Brooks Koepka, but most of golf’s best will be on hand. The field will be cut to 30 for next week’s TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club, so that will be even more exclusive.

As you would expect, there are a ton of quality players below the cut line. The official standings are <strong><a href="https://www.pgatour.com/fedexcup/official-standings.html">here</a></strong>, but you may want to consider some of the guys that really need a big showing for things like top five or top-10 finish props. Somebody like an Adam Scott, who sits 38th, Patrick Cantlay, who sits 37th, or Jason Day, who sits 50th.

Dustin Johnson is +800 at a course expected to play for the bombers. He is the favorite with Jon Rahm +1000, Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas at +1400, Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele at +1800, and then Webb Simpson at +2000.

Remember that the setup for the TOUR Championship is that the top players get a head start with their scores. Everybody has all kinds of incentive this week.
<h3><strong><u>Course Profile</u></strong></h3>
We won’t see 30-under this week. Dustin Johnson’s assault on TPC Boston led to an historic performance, but we have a par 70 this week that will play close to 7,400 yards. There are only two par 5s that are over 600 yards and a 250-yard par 3. The North Course is the one in play here at Olympia Fields.

The greens are tough and on the smaller side. Several holes have a little bit of a dogleg left, so it seems like guys that draw the ball with some distance will have the most success off the tee. Trees line virtually every fairway, so hitting it to the short grass will help, especially with some tough second and third shots. There are some elevated greens, blind tee shots, strategically-placed hazards, and every hole on this course looks like a challenge, especially with how few golf shots have been hit here by the players.

It sounds as though the rough will be thick, upwards of 5+ inches on Thursday and only growing taller for the weekend.
<h3><strong><u>Yay or Neigh?</u></strong></h3>
This is our horse for course section and we don’t have much to go on with a lot of the PGA Tour pros. What we do have is some interesting data from the young guns. Bryson DeChambeau won the US Amateur here in 2015. The Illini Invitational is held here on a fairly regular basis. Matthew Wolff won that while at Oklahoma State in 2018. Collin Morikawa from Cal was second. Viktor Hovland, who also played at OSU, was sixth. Wolff is +4500. Morikawa is +2200. Hovland is +4500.

Cameron Champ won it in 2016 at Olympia Fields when he played for Texas A&amp;M. He’s certainly a huge hitter and he’s +8000 this week. Maverick McNealy is +25000 and he won here back in 2015 in that Illini Invitational when he played at Stanford.

Jon Rahm made it into the quarterfinals in 2015 when DeChambeau won the US Amateur. McNealy lost to DeChambeau in the Round of 16 that year.

Does any of this matter in the context of handicapping this tournament? Probably not, but it does illustrate just how good those players were in college and why they’ve already had success on the PGA Tour.
<h3><strong><u>Stats Handicap</u></strong></h3>
Like most PGA Tour events, ball striking takes precedence here. This is a long course, but the biggest hitters can cut corners on doglegs and swing past the bunkers off the tee. If the rough is as penal as expected, then driving accuracy will carry some importance, but it does feel like it’s all about shortening the course this week.

There are so many good ball strikers with short prices this week, but I’ll be back on Daniel Berger again at +2200. Berger was a good grab at a higher price last week en route to finishing a distant third to DJ. Berger was fifth in SG: OTT and third in SG: Putting last week. He’ll have to swing it better on approach this week, but he’s a tremendous ball striker and has a win, two thirds, and a second since the restart. He’s also been the best scrambler on the tour this season, even better than Brendon Todd, Harris English, and Xander Schauffele.
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Scottie Scheffler fired a 59 last week and finds himself at +3500 this week. Scheffler also has collegiate experience at this course, so maybe that will help, but the thing that has helped him the most is whatever adjustment he made after the Workday Charity Open. Scheffler has made four straight cuts with four straight top-25 finishes. He’s been fourth the last two events. Scheffler is a top-20 player in SG: Tee-to-Green this season and sits eighth in SG: OTT.
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A lot of people are going to like Matthew Wolff this week. He’s +4500 with some pretty good collegiate data here. He’s also been playing quite well, with a fourth at the PGA Championship and a second at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Wolff is also a strong ball striker. I won’t be on him this week, but you’ll see his name mentioned a lot. He’s 13th in SG: OTT.

Cameron Champ is +8000 and has the game off the tee to win, but he’s struggled on approach with the irons and around the green with the wedges. He’s probably worth a top-10 or top-20 finish prop, but being second in SG: OTT may not be enough to put him on the card for an outright.

Week in and week out, you can make a case for Corey Conners. He’s one of the Tour’s most underappreciated ball strikers, but he’s a bad putter. Conners is 12th in SG: OTT, 19th in SG: APP, and 19th in SG: T2G. He just can’t do much with it when he gets there. At +12500, he’ll draw some attention this week, but I’ve decided that it’s too hard to play long shots in elite fields and this is an elite field. As a top-10 or top-20 guy, he’s along the same lines as Champ.

Lastly, I’ll be on Tony Finau this week at +3300. Finau is 23rd in SG: OTT and 17th in SG: APP. He’s 10th in SG: T2G overall. Finau’s problems tend to come with the putter, but these are smaller putting surfaces and this course seems tilted quite a bit to SG: T2G. Finau missed the cut last week, but was fourth in SG: OTT. Prior to last week’s MC, he had three top-10 finishes in four events. He’s been a little inconsistent, but this course plays well for length and ball striking and that plays well for Finau.
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<h3><strong><u>Picks</u></strong></h3>
This week’s picks are Finau at +3300, Daniel Berger at +2200, and Scottie Scheffler at +3500. It won’t be the least bit surprising if a chalk player wins and maybe this course is ideal for a big bomber like Rory or DeChambeau, but they’ve both had their issues. Maybe Justin Thomas wins at +1400 as the best overall ball striker on Tour, but I like the prices on those three plays.

I would also, as mentioned, consider top-10 and top-20 finish props for Champ and Conners. Conners really needs a good run this week to get into the top 30.

Odds from MyBookie Sportsbook as of 2:30 p.m. ET on August 24, 2020:
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<td width="295">DUSTIN JOHNSON</td>
<td width="295">+800</td>
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<td width="295">JON RAHM</td>
<td width="295">+1000</td>
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<td width="295">BRYSON DECHAMBEAU</td>
<td width="295">+1400</td>
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<td width="295">JUSTIN THOMAS</td>
<td width="295">+1400</td>
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<td width="295">RORY MCILROY</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
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<td width="295">XANDER SCHAUFFELE</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
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<td width="295">WEBB SIMPSON</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">DANIEL BERGER</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
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<td width="295">COLLIN MORIKAWA</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
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<td width="295">JASON DAY</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">PATRICK CANTLAY</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
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<td width="295">PATRICK REED</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
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<td width="295">TONY FINAU</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">TYRRELL HATTON</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
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<td width="295">TIGER WOODS</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
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<td width="295">HARRIS ENGLISH</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN KISNER</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
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<td width="295">HIDEKI MATSUYAMA</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">ADAM SCOTT</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">VIKTOR HOVLAND</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
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<td width="295">MATTHEW WOLFF</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
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<td width="295">PAUL CASEY</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">LOUIS OOSTHUIZEN</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
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<td width="295">MATTHEW FITZPATRICK</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">BILLY HORSCHEL</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">ALEX NOREN</td>
<td width="295">+7000</td>
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<td width="295">GARYWOODLAND</td>
<td width="295">+7000</td>
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<td width="295">SUNGJAE IM</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">ABRAHAM ANCER</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">RUSSELL HENLEY</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">CAMERON CHAMP</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">MATT KUCHAR</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">RYAN PALMER</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
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<td width="295">BUBBA WATSON</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">BRENDON TODD</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">MARC LEISHMAN</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">COREY CONNERS</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">JASON KOKRAK</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">JOAQUIN NIEMANN</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">CAMERON SMITH</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">BRIAN HARMAN</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">MACKENZIE HUGHES</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">BYEONG HUN AN</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">JOEL DAHMEN</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
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<td width="295">BRENDAN STEELE</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN NA</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">ADAM HADWIN</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">MARK HUBBARD</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN STREELMAN</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">TALOR GOOCH</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">LANTO GRIFFIN</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">CHARLES HOWELL III</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">DYLAN FRITTELLI</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">MAX HOMA</td>
<td width="295">+22500</td>
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<td width="295">ADAM LONG</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">RICHY WERENSKI</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">MAVERICK MCNEALY</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">TYLER DUNCAN</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<td width="295">DANNY LEE</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<td width="295">J T POSTON</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<td width="295">SEBASTIAN MUNOZ</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">HARRY HIGGS</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">MICHAEL THOMPSON</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
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<td width="295">ROBBY SHELTON</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
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<td width="295">JIM HERMAN</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">NICK TAYLOR</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">ANDREW LANDRY</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">TOM HOGE</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">CARLOS ORTIZ</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
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<p>Betting on today's Blue Hose and Penguins game? Catch the action at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX, as the Penguins hosts this showdown at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and Youngstown State is favored by -5 vs. Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Youngstown State Penguins -5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 3:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Not only will Youngstown State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Win at Nacogdoches?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3>  
<p>Presbyterian pulled off a 58-55 road win over Stephen F. Austin on Thursday, November 21st. Entering the game as +8 point underdogs, the Blue Hose not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p>  
<p>After trailing 30-22 at halftime, Presbyterian turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while holding the Lumberjacks to 22. The game’s total points of 113 fell well below the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Presbyterian struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.1% from the field and 21.7% from beyond the arc, finishing with 58 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.1%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jonah Pierce was a bright spot, posting a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor. Kyle Hayman added 12 points, while Kory Mincy and Carl Parrish each contributed 11 points.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense held their opponent to just 55 points, allowing them to shoot 38% from the field. Inside the arc, the opposition went 17/37, hitting 45% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Presbyterian limited their opponent to 4/17 shooting, or 23%. The Blue Hose also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 9 attempts, shooting 40%.</p><h3>Will the Penguins Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Penguins picked up a 72-62 win over Monmouth on Thursday, November 21st. Youngstown State, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Youngstown State turned things around after trailing 38-29 at halftime. They clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 24 points while scoring 43 themselves to secure the win.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field and 29.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.2%, and they connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 18 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Jaret Valencia led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while EJ Farmer and Nico Galette each added 16 points, with Galette also grabbing 10 boards. The Penguins recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense held their opponent to just 62 points, with a field goal percentage of 41% on 23 of 56 shooting. Inside the arc, the Penguins allowed 15 of 29 shooting, or 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Youngstown State's defense limited their opponent to 8 of 27 shooting, or 29%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 18, or 66%. The Penguins gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs Youngstown State Penguins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>The Bears and Bison are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bison will host the game at Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. The odds for this Mid-Eastern conference game currently have Howard as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Norfolk Scope Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Morgan State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>After picking up a 78-60 win over Coppin State, Morgan State will look to make it three in a row when they take on Howard. So far this season, the Bears have gone 11-19 and are 5-7 in Mid-Eastern play. On the road, they are just 1-14.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Morgan State has gone 3-17 this season. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 3-7, and for the year, their average scoring margin on the road is -17.1. So far, they have been the underdog in 20 of their 30 games.</p><p>As the underdog, Morgan State has been a solid bet vs. the spread this season, going 10-9-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-8-1 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 146.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Morgan State's games this season (147.3). So far, 12 of their games have finished with less points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 145 points.</p><p>Morgan State is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 78 points versus Coppin State. This output is higher than their season-average of 72.9 points per game. Will Thomas is leading the team in scoring at 13.6 points per contest. Wynston Tabbs has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.6 going into the game.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Morgan State is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 77.5 points per game (296th). The Morgan State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 60 points and allowed Coppin State to connect on 2 threes.</p><h3>Is It the Bison Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Howard is favored by 5.5 points in this game, and they have a record of 11-6 when favored this season. They have a record of 6-5 at home, and their average scoring margin at home is +2.8 points per game. They are coming off a 77-58 loss to Norfolk State.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bison have gone 15-16. They have a record of 9-5 in Mid-Eastern Conference games compared to a non-conference record of 6-11. Their average scoring margin on the road is -4.0 points per game, and they have gone 7-11 in road games.</p><p>Howard's ATS record this season is 10-17-2, but they are just 4-6-1 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bison are just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Howard's over/under record this season is 18-11 and the average point total in their games is 150.4. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (147.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2. For the season, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Howard offense concluded with only 58 points against Norfolk State. Throughout the game, they made 6/22 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 32.7%. In terms of three-point shooting, the Bison offense has been good from outside, hitting 37% of their three-pointers on an average of 21.6 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 45%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Howard defense is giving up an average of 74.9 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.5 threes per game vs. Morgan State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.0%.</p>

Morgan State Bears vs Howard Bison Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 159.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -33.5 vs. Jackson State.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jackson State Tigers +33.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rupp Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSON STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Jackson State at +33.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough in Lexington?</h3><h3>Jackson State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jackson State fell 79-62 to Western Kentucky on Wednesday, November 20th. The Tigers were +15.5 point underdogs going into the game and did not cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Jackson State trailed 40-28 at halftime and were outscored 39-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 141 fell short of the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Jackson State put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They hit 32% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 46.6%.</p> <p>Tamarion Hoover led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three and shooting 70% overall. Khristian Lander also impressed, knocking down 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 15 points on 71.4% shooting.</p><p>Jackson State's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing the opponent to hit 14 threes on 45% shooting. Overall, they gave up 79 points, with the other team shooting 43% from the field.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Jackson State held their opponent to 42% shooting, with the other team making 16 of 38 two-point attempts. They also sent the opponent to the line 8 times, where they hit 5 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Kentucky improved to 3-0 with a 97-68 win over Lipscomb on Tuesday. The Wildcats, who were -21.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Kentucky led 43-26 at halftime and scored 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 165 went over the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 97 points while shooting 54.8% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 25 threes for a 48% success rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 64.5%.</p> <p>Jaxson Robinson led the way with 20 points, while Lamont Butler and Otega Oweh were perfect from three, each hitting all their attempts. Butler finished 3/3 from deep, and Oweh went 1/1, with both players shooting over 75% overall.</p><p>Kentucky's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 68 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed 34 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's opponents shot 48%, hitting 12 threes on 25 attempts. They also shot 81% from the free-throw line, making 17 of 21.</p>

Jackson State Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>From Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, we have the Mariners and Dodgers facing off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for Monday's matchup is set for 10:10 PM ET. SNLA will be televising this one, and the Dodgers are favored on the money line (-143), while the Mariners have a money line payout of +122.</p>

<p>The forecast for Monday's matchup calls for clear skies and temperatures in the 90s. Bryan Woo is starting for the Mariners, and he is facing off against Gavin Stone. Seattle is 64-61, and they are 2nd in the AL West, while the Dodgers are 73-52 and are 1st in the NL West.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline -143</p><p>This game will be played at Dodger Stadium at 10:10 ET on Monday, August 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS DODGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mariners to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle closed out their series vs. the Pirates with an impressive 10-3 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -174. It was a big second inning that really turned things in their favor, as the Mariners scored two runs in the inning and added another two in the 4th.</p>

<p>George Kirby put together a good start for the Mariners, going six innings and giving up just two runs on four hits. He only had five strikeouts in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Seattle is 64-61 overall, putting them four games behind the Astros for the AL West lead. This season, they have gone 19-13 in AL West matchups. The Mariners are on the road today, and they are 27-35 as the road team.</p>

<p>The Mariners will be looking to snap a four-game losing streak as the underdog today. As the underdog overall, the Mariners are 19-23, and they are 45-38 as the favorite. Seattle's series record is 17-21-2, and they dropped two straight series.</p><p>Seattle has been a poor bet on the run line overall this season, going 54-71. The Mariners have been a better bet at home, going 27-36, compared to 27-35 on the road. Seattle has been a run line underdog in 42 games and has gone 21-21 in those contests. The Mariners have lost four straight run line bets as the favorite and are 33-50 overall in that situation.</p><p>The Mariners are on the road against the Dodgers today, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. This season, the Mariners' games have averaged 7.7 runs per game, and their over/under record is 55-65. When their games have had an over/under line of 8.5 runs, the over has hit 13 times and the under has hit 5 times. This season, only 8.8% of their games have had an over/under line set at 8.5 runs. Their games have gone over the total in each of their last three games.</p><p>Seattle is sending right-hander Bryan Woo to the mound today as he faces the Dodgers on the road. So far this season, Woo has made 14 starts and has a record of 5-1 with an ERA of 2.06. In his 14 appearances, he has turned in seven quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow a run. In that start against the Tigers, he went seven innings, giving up just four hits and issuing zero walks. Woo has been especially tough at home, with an ERA of 1.49 compared to 3.13 on the road.</p><p>Cal Raleigh has been struggling at the plate for the Mariners, with a batting average of just .211 for the season and .185 over his last seven games. However, he has hit three home runs over this stretch and has a team-high 78 RBIs this season. Julio Rodriguez has also been a key run producer for the Mariners, as he is batting .264 with 11 homers and 38 RBIs.</p>

<p>Seattle's offense has been one of the league's worst units this season, as they are 27th in runs per game and have the worst team batting average in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS. Overall, the Mariners are averaging just 3.6 runs per game at home.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Cardinals, the Dodgers closed out the series with a 2-1 win. Los Angeles was the slight favorite at -105 on the money line. It was a good start to the game for the Dodgers, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning and added another run in the 5th.</p>

<p>Clayton Kershaw put together a good start for the Dodgers, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just one walk and struck out two. The Dodgers's offense was carried by Shohei Ohtani, who went 1/5 with a homer.</p><p>Los Angeles will take on the Mariners with an overall record of 73-52, good for 1st place in the NL West. Currently, they lead the Padres by three games for the division lead. The Dodgers are 21-18 in divisional matchups this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers are 38-22 this season, and they have gone 35-30 on the road. Los Angeles has been really good as the favorite this year, going 68-42, but they are just 5-10 as the underdog. Heading into today's game, the Dodgers have won three straight at home, and their overall series record is 23-17-2.</p><p>When the Dodgers win, they do so by an average of 3.6 runs per game, which is why they are 60-65 against the run line this season. At home, they are 28-32 against the run line, and their average run differential is 0.8 runs per game. As the favorite, they are 53-57 against the run line, while as the underdog, they are 7-8.</p><p>The Dodgers are playing at home against the Mariners today, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Dodgers games this season is 9.0 runs, and their over/under record is 66-58. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 28-20. So far this season, 28.8% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, and their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>So far this season, Gavin Stone has made 22 starts and has a record of 10-5. His ERA for the season is 3.63, along with a WHIP of 1.28. Stone has pitched much better at home, coming in with a record of 3-1 and an ERA of 4.16. At home, he has one shutout and eight quality starts. Stone's ERA on the road is 4.65, and he has a record of 7-4 away from home. In his most recent outing, Stone picked up the win, going five innings and giving up one earned run. Before that, he had lost two straight starts.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been one of the best power hitters in the league this season, as his 39 home runs are 2nd in the MLB and the most on the Dodgers roster. Overall, he is batting .290 and has driven in 88 runs, which is also the best mark on the team. However, he has struggled of late, going just 7/43 in his last 10 games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Dodgers are 3rd in home runs and are among the league leaders in runs scored, at 4.9 runs per game. Overall, they are batting .252 (7th) and have the 4th best on-base percentage in the league. The Dodgers have also been very patient at the plate, as they are 2nd in the league in walks.</p>

Seattle Mariners vs Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Pick & Prediction 8/19/24

<p>The Trojans and Razorbacks are set to face off at 9:00 ET on SECN. The Razorbacks will host the game at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR. The over/under for this game is set at 144 points, and Arkansas is favored by -21 against Little Rock in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LITTLE ROCK TROJANS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Little Rock Trojans +21</p><p>This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LITTLE ROCK TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Razorbacks.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas winning straight-up, we like Little Rock at +21.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trojans Grab a Win in Fayetteville?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Little Rock pulled off a significant upset on Wednesday, defeating Tulsa 71-57 on the road. Entering the game as +12.5 point underdogs, the Trojans not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 25-20 at halftime, Little Rock exploded for 51 points in the 2nd half while holding Tulsa to 32. The game’s total points of 128 fell under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Little Rock's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field and hitting 44.4% of their threes (8/18). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 53.6%, and they connected on 73.3% of their free throws (11/15).</p> <p>Johnathan Lawson led the way with 23 points, shooting 75% overall and 50% from deep. Mwani Wilkinson contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, while Tyshawn Archie added 15 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Little Rock's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, with a field goal percentage of 36% (18/49). They allowed 8 two-point field goals on 16 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Little Rock's opponent shot 30%, making 10 of 33 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 11/17, hitting 64% of their shots. Little Rock gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Razorbacks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Arkansas Razorbacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas improved to 3-0 with a 91-72 win over Pacific on Monday. The Razorbacks were -21.5 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 163, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Arkansas led 44-37 at halftime and extended their lead in the 2nd half, outscoring Pacific 47-35. While they got the win, the Razorbacks will look to tighten up defensively and cover the spread in future games.</p><p>Arkansas put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 59.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 69.2%. They hit 71% of their two-point attempts (22/31) and connected on 42.9% from beyond the arc (9/21). At the free-throw line, they shot 80%, making 20 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Adou Thiero and Elijah Fisher led the way with 23 points each, both shooting 8/10 from the field. Fisher hit 3 of 4 from deep, while Boogie Fland added 20 points, going 2/4 from three. Lamar Washington contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Jefferson Koulibaly knocked down 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 12 points.</p><p>Arkansas struggled defensively, giving up 72 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made baskets on 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Arkansas gave up 22 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 71% success rate. From three, they allowed 9 made threes on 21 attempts, a 42% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 25 times, where they hit 20 free throws, an 80% rate.</p>

Little Rock Trojans vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are favored by -20.5 points as they host the Georgia State Panthers at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta. Kick-off is set for 8:00 ET, and the game will be broadcast on ACCN. This is the first game of the season for both teams, and the over/under line is currently at 56.5 points.</p><h3>GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia State Panthers +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bobby Dodd Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, August 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets winning this one by a score of 32 to 22</li><li>Even though we like the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets to win, our ATS pick is to take the Georgia State Panthers at +20.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 56.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Georgia State Panthers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Georgia State is coming off a season in which they finished with a 7-6 overall record. They were 5-1 as the underdog, but just 2-4 when favored. The Panthers were 3-3 at home and 4-3 on the road. This season, they are ranked 89th in our pre-season power rankings, with a 63.9% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 7.2% chance of winning the Sun Belt.</p><p></p><p>Looking at the futures odds, the Panthers are at +4860 to win the Sun Belt, giving them just a 2% chance, which places them 13th out of the 7 teams in the conference.</p><p>Georgia State's offense was 50th in the country in scoring last season, putting up 27.2 points per game. The Panthers were strong on third down, converting 45.5% of their opportunities (18th nationally). They were also effective in the running game, averaging 188.2 rushing yards per game, which ranked 28th in the country. In the passing game, the Panthers averaged 205.5 yards per game through the air.</p><p></p><p>Quarterback Darren Grainger returns after throwing for 2,625 yards and 20 touchdowns last season. He also rushed for 736 yards and 10 touchdowns. The Panthers also added quarterback Christian Veilleux, who transferred from Pittsburgh. In the backfield, Freddie Brock returns, and the team added Michel Dukes from South Florida. Tailique Williams, who had 615 receiving yards last season, is the top returning wide receiver for the Panthers.</p><p>Georgia State's defense allowed an average of 30.1 points per game last season, ranking 77th in the nation. They struggled against the pass, giving up 279.5 passing yards per game (172nd), and opposing quarterbacks had a passer rating of 101.2. On the ground, the Panthers allowed 146.2 rushing yards per game, placing them 71st in the country. Overall, their defense will need to improve in the upcoming season.</p><h3>Are The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Georgia Tech is ranked 54th in our pre-season power rankings after finishing with a 7-6 record last season. The Yellow Jackets were 3-4 at home and 4-2 on the road, and they were favored in just four of their 13 games. As underdogs, they went 3-6, while going 4-0 as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Currently, we are giving Georgia Tech a 36.8% chance of being bowl-eligible this season. However, their chances of winning the Atlantic Coast Conference are only 1%. In the futures market, they are listed at +8700 to win the conference, which places them 11th out of 17 teams in the Atlantic Coast.</p><p>Georgia Tech's offense was balanced last season, averaging 224.1 passing yards per game and 205 rushing yards per game, which ranked 13th in the nation. The Yellow Jackets were 34th in scoring, putting up 31.1 points per game. They were also efficient on third down, converting 43.7% of their opportunities (31st).</p><p></p><p>Haynes King, who threw for 2,884 yards and 27 touchdowns last season, is the top returning quarterback for Georgia Tech. He also rushed for 737 yards and 10 touchdowns. The team's top returning running back is Jamal Haynes, who rushed for 1,059 yards and seven touchdowns. Eric Singleton Jr., who had 714 receiving yards and six touchdowns, is the top returning wide receiver for the Yellow Jackets.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense struggled last season, allowing 29.5 points per game. They were particularly weak against the run, giving up 221.7 rushing yards per game, which ranked 169th in the nation. Despite ranking 75th in passing yards allowed, the Yellow Jackets were 76th in points allowed. Opponents also averaged 40.8 rushing attempts per game against them.</p>

Georgia State Panthers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 8/31/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Zips face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Zips are hosting the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Akron is favored by -10.5 against Lamar in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Even though we have Akron winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cardinals Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Cardinals fell to Sam Houston 85-72 on Sunday, November 17th. Lamar, playing at home, entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 149.</p> <p>After trailing 41-37 at halftime, Lamar couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Lamar's offense struggled from the field, shooting just 35.9% overall and 27.3% from three-point range in their last game. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to score 72 points, thanks in part to 20 made free throws at an 80% clip and 22 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way, hitting 6 threes at 60% efficiency and finishing with 28 points. Kalifa Sakho was also efficient, shooting 75% from the field and adding 22 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 85 points, the Lamar Cardinals held their opponents to just 35% shooting from the field. They limited damage from beyond the arc, where their opponents shot 27% on 6/22 attempts.</p> <p>However, Lamar sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 80%. The Cardinals also allowed 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Akron Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Akron's season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 87-68 to Saint Mary’s on Tuesday. The Zips were +14.5 point underdogs heading into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the over/under line of 136.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-30 at halftime, Akron couldn’t keep pace with the Gaels in the second half, where they allowed 49 points while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Akron's offense struggled inside in their last game, shooting just 28.9% on two-point attempts. Overall, they hit 35.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. The Zips connected on 44.8% of their threes, making 13 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Mikey Lewis led the team with 18 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep. Amani Lyles also impressed from beyond the arc, making 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 15 points. Paulius Murauskas contributed 17 points and 15 rebounds, while Augustas Marciulionis dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Akron's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 50% shooting. The Zips allowed 30 two-point field goals on 51 attempts, a 58% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws. Akron also allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Roos and Eagles game? Catch the action at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. Kansas City comes into this non-conference matchup as the -3.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS AMERICAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum at 4:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will American pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at San Juan Possible for the Roos?</h3><h3>Kansas City Roos Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Roos faced a tough challenge on Saturday, November 16th, as they went on the road to take on Creighton. Kansas City entered the game as +21.5 point underdogs and ended up losing 79-56, failing to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Creighton jumped out to a 48-31 lead by halftime. In the 2nd half, Kansas City managed just 25 points while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>The Roos struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 29.3% from the field and 24.2% from three-point range, finishing with 56 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.7%, and they hit all four of their free throws.</p> <p>Jackson McAndrew was a bright spot, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and finishing with 15 points and 7 rebounds in just 16 minutes. Ryan Kalkbrenner added 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Despite Kansas City’s defensive efforts, they gave up 79 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. The Roos struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team converting 65% of their attempts, going 19/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas City’s defense held their opponent to 32% shooting, with 11 threes made on 34 attempts. The Roos also sent the other team to the line 8 times, where they were perfect, hitting all their free throws.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>American dropped to 0-4 on the season with an 80-73 loss to High Point on Monday. Despite being +14 point underdogs, the Eagles kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, American fought back in the 2nd half, outscoring High Point 44-41. The game’s total points of 153 went over the pre-game O/U line of 137.</p><p>American's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 55.8% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 61.5%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 73.3% of their two-point attempts, while their three-point shooting was 31.8% (7/22).</p> <p>Abdoulaye Thiam was nearly perfect, going 9-for-10 from the field, while Elijah Stephens shot 9-for-11. D'Maurian Williams connected on 3-of-4 from beyond the arc, and Geoff Sprouse added 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep.</p><p>American's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 6 of 14 threes, shooting 42%. American also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 16 free throws, or 76%. The Eagles gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Kansas City Roos vs American Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Vaqueros and Badgers face off at 8:00 ET on BTN. The Badgers are hosting the game at Kohl Center in Madison, WI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 155 points, and Wisconsin is favored by -21.5 at home against Texas-Rio Grande Valley.</p><h3>TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kohl Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Badgers.</li><li>Even though we have Wisconsin winning straight-up, we like Texas-Rio Grande Valley at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Texas-Rio Grande Valley Win on the Road?</h3><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley improved to 3-1 on the season with an 83-58 win over Tennessee Tech on Saturday. The Vaqueros were -7 point favorites and covered the spread, but the game’s total points of 141 fell short of the 152.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UTRGV led 41-31 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Golden Eagles 42-27 to seal the win.</p><p>In their last game, Texas-Rio Grande Valley put up 83 points, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They hit 61.8% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 30 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they shot 73.3%, hitting 11 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>The Vaqueros grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Hasan Abdul Hakim led the team with 15 points, shooting 66.7% from three-point range (2/3). Howie Fleming Jr. was perfect from the field, going 5/5, including 1/1 from three, and added 9 rebounds in just 19 minutes.</p><p>Even though Texas-Rio Grande Valley allowed 58 points, they gave up a 48% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 31 of 64 shots. Inside the arc, the Vaqueros struggled defensively, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team connected on 21 of 34 shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Vaqueros held their opponent to 33% shooting, with 10 made threes on 30 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 73%. Texas-Rio Grande Valley gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Wisconsin Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Wisconsin pulled off a big win on Friday, November 15th, defeating Arizona 103-88 at home. The Badgers, who were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game, not only won but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After leading 55-44 at halftime, Wisconsin continued to play strong in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while allowing 44. The game’s total points of 191 went well over the O/U line of 152.</p><p>Wisconsin's offense exploded for 103 points in their last game, with John Tonje leading the way, scoring 41 points on 8-of-14 shooting, including 4-of-6 from three-point range. Jaden Bradley also contributed 22 points, hitting 7 of his 14 shots.</p> <p>As a team, the Badgers shot 48.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They connected on 12 of 27 three-pointers (44.4%) and were nearly automatic from the free-throw line, hitting 41 of 47 attempts (87.2%).</p><p>Wisconsin's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, going 13/25.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wisconsin's opponent shot 44%, making 12 of 27 threes. The Badgers also sent them to the line 47 times, where they converted 87% of their free throws.</p>

Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs Wisconsin Badgers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Coming into this week 13 matchup, the Eastern Michigan Eagles are the -2.5 point favorites over the Buffalo Bulls. Kick-off is set for 7:00 ET at Rynearson Stadium in Ypsilanti, and ESNU will be covering the action. The Eagles are looking to defend their home turf and improve on their 5-5 record this season, while Buffalo is 6-4. The over/under line is currently set at 54 points.</p><h3>BUFFALO BULLS VS EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rynearson Stadium at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eastern Michigan Eagles winning this one by a score of 30 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Eastern Michigan Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 54 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Buffalo Bulls Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Buffalo enters Week 13 with a 6-4 record, ranked 118th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible but only a 3% chance of winning the Mid-American. The Bulls are 1-3 on the road and 2-1 at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>Buffalo’s ATS record is 3-4, with a -4 average scoring margin. They’ve been favored in just one game this season, going 1-0 ATS as the favorite and 1-3 ATS as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 54 points. Buffalo’s games have averaged 57.8 points, with an average over/under line of 47.7 points. Their over/under record stands at 5-2.</p><p>Buffalo’s offense has been centered around their run game, averaging 160.8 rushing yards per game on 37.5 attempts. Al-Jay Henderson leads the team with 688 rushing yards, six touchdowns, and a 5-yard per carry average. The Bulls are scoring 26.9 points per game, placing them 58th nationally, and they are ranked 112th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 13.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback C.J. Ogbonna has thrown for 1,791 yards, with 13 touchdowns and four interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 86. Buffalo ranks 111th in passing yards per game. Victor Snow leads the receivers with 498 yards and four touchdowns. The Bulls have struggled on third downs, converting just 30.9% of their attempts.</p><p>Buffalo's defense has struggled this season, allowing 30.9 points per game. In their recent game against Ball State, they gave up 48 points and 520 total yards, including 327 passing yards and four touchdowns, though they did manage one interception.</p><p></p><p>Opponents are averaging 262.6 passing yards per game against Buffalo, completing 63% of their passes. The Bulls have also allowed 158.2 rushing yards per game this season.</p><h3>Will The Eastern Michigan Eagles Win At Home Over The Buffalo Bulls?</h3><p>Eastern Michigan enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, hoping to secure bowl eligibility against Buffalo. They’ve gone 2-3 on the road and 1-2 at home this season. Our projections give them a 73.7% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, but they have no shot at winning the Mid-American title.</p> <p></p><p>The Eagles have been favored in just three of their ten games, going 2-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is a razor-thin +0.1 points per game, and they’ve posted a 5-3 record against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Eastern Michigan’s over/under record stands at 4-4, with their games averaging 54.5 points. This week’s line is set at 54, compared to their average over/under line of 50.3 points.</p><p>Eastern Michigan’s offense is averaging 27.3 points per game heading into week 13, placing them 55th in the nation. They are ranked 111th in our offensive power rankings. The Eagles have been active in the passing game, ranking 23rd in passing attempts per game, and they are 30th in completions, averaging 21.5 per game. Their passing attack generates 236.6 yards per game, placing them 55th nationally, and their third-down conversion rate is 40.4%.</p> <p>Cole Snyder leads Eastern Michigan’s passing game with 2,242 yards and a 60.1% completion rate. He has thrown 12 touchdowns and six interceptions, with a passer rating of 83. On the ground, the Eagles are 16th in rushing attempts per game, averaging 145.2 yards. Delbert Mimms III has rushed for 629 yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Oran Singleton leads the receivers with 627 yards and two touchdowns on 62 catches.</p><p>Eastern Michigan's defense has allowed 27.2 points per game this season, including 35 points in their recent 35-10 loss to Ohio. They gave up 434 total yards, with 277 passing yards but managed to avoid allowing a passing touchdown while forcing one interception.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 166.9 rushing yards per game against Eastern Michigan, and 226.5 passing yards. Quarterbacks have completed 62.6% of their passes and hold a passer rating of 102.6 against the Eagles.</p>

Buffalo Bulls vs Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium in Tulsa is the site for this week 12 matchup between the East Carolina Pirates and the Tulsa Golden Hurricane. Kick-off is set for 7:30 ET, and ESPN is handling the broadcast. The Pirates come in with a 5-4 record, while Tulsa is 3-6 on the season. The over/under line is currently set at 61 points, with East Carolina as the heavy -14 point favorite on the road.</p><h3>EAST CAROLINA PIRATES VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane +14</p><p>This game will be played at Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium at 7:30 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have the East Carolina Pirates winning this one by a score of 35 to 24</li><li>Even though we like the East Carolina Pirates to win, our ATS pick is to take the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at +14</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 61 points</li></ul><h3>Will The East Carolina Pirates Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>East Carolina heads into Week 12 with a 5-4 record, ranked 92nd in our power rankings. They have a 91.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but no shot at winning the American Athletic Conference. The Pirates are 3-1 at home and 1-3 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, East Carolina is 5-3, with a +5.7 average scoring margin. They are 3-1 ATS at home and 2-2 on the road. As favorites, they’ve gone 3-1 ATS.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 61 points. East Carolina’s games have averaged 59.2 points, with an average line of 53.6 points. Their over/under record stands at 5-3.</p><p>East Carolina’s offense is averaging 32.4 points per game, placing them 33rd nationally heading into week 12. They are ranked 91st in our offensive power rankings. The Pirates’ passing game is their strength, averaging 272.7 yards per game, ranking 29th in the country. They also convert 44% of their third downs.</p> <p>Quarterback Jake Garcia has thrown for 1,426 yards, completing 60.2% of his passes. He has 8 touchdowns but has also thrown 12 interceptions, resulting in a passer rating of 72. Rahjai Harris leads the rushing attack with 616 yards and 5 touchdowns. Chase Sowell has 603 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns.</p><p>East Carolina's defense put together a strong performance in their recent 49-14 win over Florida Atlantic, allowing just 14 points. They gave up 137 rushing yards on 32 attempts and 262 passing yards, but also forced two interceptions.</p><p></p><p>On the season, East Carolina is allowing 26.8 points per game. Opponents are averaging 162.1 rushing yards per game and 233.9 passing yards, completing 57.9% of their throws.</p><h3>Are The Tulsa Golden Hurricane Going Win In At Upset At Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium</h3><p>Tulsa enters Week 12 with a 3-6 record, facing East Carolina. They have just a 1.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible and rank 131st in our power rankings. At home, they are 1-2 this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Golden Hurricane have been underdogs in all nine games, going 1-6 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin is -13.7 points, and they are 2-5 against the spread this year.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is set at 61 points. Tulsa’s games have averaged 63.2 points, with their average over/under line at 58 points. Their over/under record stands at 4-3.</p><p>Heading into week 12, Tulsa’s offense is averaging 24.8 points per game, placing them 66th in the nation. In our offensive power rankings, they are 127th. They are 31st in passing attempts, with 35.2 per game, and 40th in completions, averaging 20.3 per game. They are 74th in passing yards, with 225.9 per game, and their third-down conversion rate is 39.7%.</p> <p></p><p>Kirk Francis leads the team with 1,254 passing yards, seven touchdowns, and five interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 77. Bill Jackson has rushed for 296 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry. Kamdyn Benjamin has 55 catches for 683 yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Tulsa’s defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 38.4 points per game, including 59 points in their recent 59-21 loss to UAB. They gave up 403 total yards in that game, with 170 rushing yards and 233 passing yards, though they did manage to force two interceptions.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 308.6 passing yards per game against Tulsa, completing 67.3% of their passes. Tulsa’s defense has faced the 49th fewest rushing attempts nationally, allowing 144.2 rushing yards per game.</p>

East Carolina Pirates vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

This article will not only give you the best college football betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you tips so you know how to bet on college football.
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Knowing how to bet on college football is going to be an important step, but you also need to know where you should be wagering. Choosing the right sportsbook is going to be a huge part in sports betting, especially during the college football season.

Here are six of the best college football sportsbooks to use the next time that you are wanting to wager on the sport.

Best College Football Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Edward Cabrera is starting for the Marlins, and he is facing off against Mason Black for the Giants. San Francisco is 68-68 and they are 4th in the NL West, while the Marlins are 49-86 and they are 5th in the NL East. The money line odds have the Giants at -137 compared to the Marlins at +115. The over/under line is at 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>BSFL will be televising Saturday's Marlins vs. Giants matchup, which is set to get started at 9:05 PM ET from Oracle Park in San Francisco, CA. The forecast for the game is clear skies and temperatures in the mid 60s.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline -137</p><p>This game will be played at Oracle Park at 9:05 ET on Saturday, August 31st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS GIANTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Giants to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>San Francisco picked up a 3-1 win over the Marlins in the most recent game of this series. The Giants had a huge 8th inning, scoring three of their four runs. As for the Marlins, they scored their only run in the 7th. Heading into the game, the Giants were favored at -285 on the money line.</p>

<p>Matt Chapman was the difference for the Giants, as he homered twice, scored three times, and finished with three RBIs. Blake Snell also had a good outing for San Francisco, going seven innings and striking out eight without giving up a run.</p>

<p>Adam Oller pitched well for the Marlins in a spot start, going six innings and striking out eight without giving up a run. He finished the game with a win.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is 5th in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by 30 games for the division lead. Overall, the Marlins are 49-86 and are 30 games behind the Nationals for 4th place in the division. The Marlins are 3-7 over their last 10 games and lost the first game of their series vs. the Giants.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are just 25-44 this season, and they are only slightly better on the road at 24-42. As the underdog, the Marlins are 45-73 this season, and they are just 4-13 when favored. So far, they have struggled in series, putting together a mark of 10-26-7.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Marlins this season, it's been a much better proposition to take them as the underdog. Miami has covered the run line in 60 of its 118 games as the underdog, but just twice in 17 games as the favorite. The Marlins' overall run line record is 62-73, with an average scoring margin of -1.4 runs per game.</p><p>When the Miami Marlins are on the road, the over has hit at a 74.1% clip, including a 19-7 record when the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. Their games have averaged 8.9 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 74-57 overall.</p><p>Miami is sending Edward Cabrera to the mound today vs. the Giants, and he comes in with a record of 2-6 and an ERA of 5.60. So far, he has made 15 starts, and opponents are batting .227 this season. In his 15 appearances, Cabrera has turned in three quality starts. The right-hander has a BB/9 figure of 5.09 compared to 10.32 strikeouts per nine innings. Cabrera has struggled on the road, coming in with a 9.21 ERA compared to 4.66 at home. His last outing came vs. the Rockies, where he gave up three earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work.</p><p>For the Marlins to turn around their 3.8 runs per game average, they will need Jake Burger and Jesús Sánchez to start hitting better, as they are batting .249 and .238, respectively. Burger does have 25 homers, which is 11th in the league and the top mark on the team, and he also leads the Marlins with 59 RBIs. Sánchez is 2nd on the team with 56 RBIs.</p>

<p>Derek Hill has three homers in his last seven games, but he is just 6/26 in that stretch. Hill is currently on a three-game hitting streak. Josh Bell is also on a seven-game hitting streak for the Marlins.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>San Francisco is at an even 68-68 overall as they get set to host the Marlins today. The Giants are 13.5 games behind the Dodgers in the NL West, and they are in 4th place in the division. So far, they have gone 21-19 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants are 39-28 this year compared to a 29-40 mark on the road. As the favorite, San Francisco has gone 43-30 and 25-38 as the underdog. Their overall series record is 21-18-4, and they are looking to snap a two-series losing streak today.</p><p>The Giants have been a popular run line bet this season, as they are 68-68 against the run line. They have been especially good on the road, going 38-31. They have been a good bet as an underdog, going 37-26 against the run line. Their average run differential is -0.1 runs per game, but they have been much better at home, with a +0.2 run differential.</p><p>When the Giants and Marlins square off in San Francisco today, oddsmakers have set the over/under line at 7.5 runs. This season, the Giants have played in 72 games with higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs, going 26-22 in those contests. Overall, the Giants' games have averaged 8.6 runs per game, and their over/under record for the season is 68-62. The over/under line for their games this season has averaged 8 runs per game, and their current under streak sits at two games.</p><p>Mason Black will be making his third start of the season and is still looking for his first win. He has a no-decision in each of his first two starts, with his last outing coming on the road against the Pirates. Black went 2 2/3 innings and gave up 4 runs on 3 hits, including a home run. In his first start of the season, he went 3 innings and gave up 4 runs on 6 hits vs. the Rockies.</p><p>So far this season, the Giants are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 18th in the league. They have been about the same offensively at home and on the road. As a team, they are batting .240, which is 13th in the league, and are also near the middle of the pack in terms of home runs and on-base percentage.</p>

<p>Heliot Ramos and Matt Chapman have been the Giants' most consistent power threats this season, with Ramos going deep 20 times and Chapman at 21 homers. Chapman also leads the team with 67 RBIs. Over his last eight games, Ramos is batting .258 with two homers, while Grant McCray has two homers in his last eight games but is just 6/27 in that stretch.</p>

Miami Marlins vs San Francisco Giants Betting Pick & Prediction 8/31/24

<p>ESPN+ will be covering the week 13 matchup between the UL Monroe Warhawks and Arkansas State Red Wolves as they kick off at 3:00 ET from Centennial Bank Stadium in Jonesboro. The over/under line is currently set at 52.5 points, and the Red Wolves are the -3.5 point favorites at home. The Warhawks enter the game with a 5-5 record, while the Red Wolves are 6-4 on the season.</p><h3>UL MONROE WARHAWKS VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arkansas State Red Wolves -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Centennial Bank Stadium at 3:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Arkansas State Red Wolves winning this one by a score of 31 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Arkansas State Red Wolves winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -3.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 52.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UL Monroe Warhawks Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>UL Monroe enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, ranked 106th in our power rankings. They have a 58.4% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but no shot at the Sun Belt title. The Warhawks have been strong at home (3-1) but have struggled on the road (1-4) this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, UL Monroe is 5-4, with a 3-1 record at home and 2-3 on the road. They’ve been favored in just one game this season, covering the spread in that matchup. Their average scoring margin is -7.2 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 52.5 points. UL Monroe’s games have averaged 48.8 points, with their over/under record at 6-3. Their average over/under line this season has been 48.1 points, and they’ve exceeded it by an average of 1.2 points per game.</p><p>UL Monroe’s offense has been heavily reliant on their ground game, ranking 29th in rushing attempts per game and averaging 169 rushing yards per contest. Ahmad Hardy has been the focal point, amassing 977 rushing yards and scoring 10 touchdowns, while averaging 5 yards per carry.</p> <p></p><p>Overall, the Warhawks are 108th in our offensive power rankings and are scoring 20.8 points per game. Their passing game has struggled, ranking 126th nationally with 131.2 yards per game. Aidan Armenta has thrown for 989 yards, with seven touchdowns and six interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 78.</p><p>UL Monroe's defense struggled in their recent game against Auburn, giving up 48 points and 509 total yards. They allowed 304 passing yards and five touchdowns through the air, while Auburn also rushed for 205 yards.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, UL Monroe ranks 34th in the nation, allowing 184.9 passing yards per game. However, they’ve struggled against the run, ranking 142nd by giving up 204 rushing yards per game.</p><h3>Are The Arkansas State Red Wolves Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Arkansas State enters Week 13 with a 6-4 record, hosting UL Monroe. They are 3-0 at home this season and rank 110th in our CFB power rankings. The Red Wolves have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible, but only a 0.1% chance of winning the Sun Belt.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve been favored in three games, going 3-0 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -8.8 points per game, and they are 4-5 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 4-5, with their games averaging 56.4 points. The average over/under line has been 57.7 points, and this week’s line is set at 52.5 points.</p><p>Arkansas State’s offense is averaging 23.8 points per game heading into week 13, placing them 72nd in the nation. They are ranked 95th in our offensive power rankings. Their third-down conversion rate is 39%, and their passer rating is 81, ranking 102nd nationally. On the ground, they average 162.5 rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Jaylen Raynor has thrown for 2,131 yards with a passer rating of 78, completing 61.3% of his passes. He has thrown eight touchdowns and eight interceptions. Arkansas State ranks 26th in passing attempts per game. Leading receiver Corey Rucker has 782 yards and three touchdowns this season. Ja'Quez Cross leads the rushing attack with 543 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry.</p><p>Arkansas State's defense has struggled this season, allowing 32.6 points per game. They rank 149th in the nation against the run, giving up 208.1 rushing yards per game. Opponents have averaged 253.3 passing yards per game, completing 63.9% of their throws.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Georgia State, Arkansas State allowed 20 points but limited the Panthers to just 65 rushing yards on 23 attempts. Georgia State threw the ball 49 times, accumulating 346 passing yards, while Arkansas State’s defense came away with two interceptions.</p>

<p>The Redbirds and Cowboys are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN. The Cowboys will host the game at Sports and Fitness Center in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands. The over/under for this game is set at 137 points, and McNeese State is favored by -10.5 against Illinois State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sports and Fitness Center at 3:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Illinois State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Redbirds Grab a Win in Saint Thomas?</h3><p>Illinois State picked up an 85-75 road win over Ohio on Tuesday, November 12th. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, the Redbirds not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Illinois State led 40-37 at halftime and outscored Ohio 45-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p><p>Illinois State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 61.2%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71.4%, thanks in part to their 52.6% shooting from beyond the arc (10/19) and 66.7% shooting inside the arc (20/30). They also knocked down 93.8% of their free throws, going 15/16 from the line.</p> <p>Dalton Banks led the way with 23 points, shooting 57.1% from the field, while AJ Brown added 20 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Caden Boser was perfect from the field, going 6/6 overall and 4/4 from three in just 17 minutes of action. The Redbirds finished with 14 assists and 5 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's defense conceded 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Can the Cowboys Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State picked up a 68-61 win over North Texas on Monday, November 18th. The Cowboys were at home and entered the game as -3.5 point favorites, covering the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>McNeese State led 32-19 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 129, just over the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>McNeese State managed 68 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.8%, with a strong 57.7% from two-point range, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 23.5% on 4-of-17 shooting.</p> <p>The Cowboys made 26 of 39 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Sincere Parker led the team with 18 points, despite shooting 1-of-6 from three-point range. Quadir Copeland was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3 and finishing with 11 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Even with McNeese State sending them to the line 39 times, the Cowboys couldn’t capitalize, hitting just 26 free throws for a 66% rate. From the field, they shot 44%, making 19 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>McNeese State struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on only 4 of 17 three-point attempts for 23%. They were more effective inside, shooting 57% on two-point attempts, going 15 for 26.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Owls game? Catch the action at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 156.5 points, and Kennesaw State is favored by -2 vs. Abilene Christian.</p><h3>ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls -2</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Abilene Christian Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Abilene Christian Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Abilene Christian improved to 2-1 on the season with a 72-60 win over Texas State on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, the Wildcats were favored by 2 points and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling just under the O/U line of 136.</p> 

<p>Abilene Christian led 32-25 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 35. The Wildcats’ ability to maintain their lead and cover the spread was a positive sign for the team moving forward.</p><p>Abilene Christian's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in large part to their 61.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Hunter Jack Madden and Joshua O'Garro each scored 23 points, with Madden hitting 6 of 8 threes and shooting 63.6% overall. O'Garro added 11 rebounds, while Quion Williams contributed 17 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Abilene Christian's defense gave up 60 points, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point shots on 36 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Wildcats gave up 8 threes on 13 attempts, a 61% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they hit 16 free throws, shooting 72%. Abilene Christian allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Owls Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>Kennesaw State improved their record with an 85-67 win over Presbyterian on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, the Owls entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 152, falling just short of the 158 O/U line.</p> 
<p>The Owls dominated early, leading 46-27 at halftime. However, they allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39, which could be a concern for future games.</p><p>Kennesaw State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field and hitting 44% from beyond the arc (11/25). Their effective field goal percentage was 55.2%, and they connected on 75.9% of their free throws (22/29).</p> <p>Simeon Cottle led the way with 27 points, shooting 5/7 overall and 5/6 from three-point range. The Owls grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Kennesaw State gave up 67 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's defense allowed 11 three-pointers on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 44% from three-point range. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws, a 75% success rate. Kennesaw State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Kennesaw State Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>Betting on today's Phoenix and Fighting Irish game? Catch the action at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, IN, as the Fighting Irish hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ACC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142 points, with Notre Dame being favored by -16.5 over Elon.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Elon Phoenix +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Purcell Pavilion at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ELON PHOENIX:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Fighting Irish.</li><li>Even though we have Notre Dame winning straight-up, we like Elon at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Phoenix Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon picked up a 75-48 road win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, November 20th. The Phoenix entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game were 123, falling well short of the O/U line of 144.</p> 

<p>Elon led 38-29 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 19 points while scoring 37 of their own.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 46% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage came in at 52%, and they were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 79.3% of their attempts (23/29).</p> <p>TK Simpkins led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 58.3% overall. James Dent Jr. added 16 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from three-point range, while also dishing out 4 assists. Elon grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Elon’s defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 9/32, which is just 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Elon allowed 9 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 10 times, where they made just 3 free throws. Elon gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Notre Dame Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Notre Dame Fighting Irish Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Notre Dame picked up a 75-58 win over North Dakota on Tuesday, November 19th. The Irish were at home and entered the game as -18.5 point favorites.</p> 

<p>Notre Dame led 38-31 at halftime and held North Dakota to 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 themselves. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 145-point O/U line.</p><p>Notre Dame's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 51.6% from the field. Their two-point shooting was particularly strong, hitting 64.4% of their attempts, while they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 17.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Markus Burton led the way with 29 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 65.0% overall and 50.0% from three. The Irish also got 13 points from Treysen Eaglestaff, who hit 3 threes at a 50.0% clip.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense gave up 58 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 51% from the field, including 64% on two-point attempts (29/45). However, they limited the damage from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 3 made threes on 17 attempts (17%).</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 8/10, hitting 80% of their shots. Notre Dame also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Coyotes and Screaming Eagles. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Screaming Eagles at Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, IN. Get ready to place your bets! South Dakota comes into this non-conference matchup as the -3.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 153 points.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES VS SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota Coyotes -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-67 in favor of the Coyotes.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Dakota Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>South Dakota Coyotes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Dakota picked up a road win on Wednesday, November 20th, defeating Western Michigan 80-76. The Coyotes, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, South Dakota turned things around by scoring 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 156 narrowly went over the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>South Dakota put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 37.7% from the field and 20.7% from three-point range (6/29). Their effective field goal percentage was 42%, but they made up for it by hitting 22 of 30 free throws (73.3%) and grabbing 17 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Markhi Strickland and Dre Bullock both scored 20 points, with Strickland shooting 7/10 from the field. Cameron Fens added 16 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 7/9 overall. Paul Bruns contributed 18 points, hitting 3 of 8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>South Dakota gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 29 of 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Coyotes allowed 51% shooting, with 25 two-point baskets made.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Dakota's defense held the other team to just 4 of 22 shooting, or 18%. The Coyotes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 for 70%.</p><h3>Does Southern Indiana Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Southern Indiana fell to Purdue Fort Wayne 93-74 on Saturday, November 16th. The Screaming Eagles were +15 point underdogs going into the game and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 167, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-35 at halftime, Southern Indiana allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39 points of their own.</p><p>Jalen Jackson's 29 points on 57.9% shooting led Southern Indiana to a 74-point performance in their last game. The Screaming Eagles shot 46.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They hit 9 of 25 threes (36%) and were nearly perfect from the line, going 15 of 16 (93.8%).</p> <p>Jared Washington added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Rasheed Bello and Damoni Harrison each knocked down 2 of 4 threes. Southern Indiana finished with 10 assists and just 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 93 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Screaming Eagles couldn't contain the two-point shooting, with the other team hitting 53% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Southern Indiana allowed their opponent to connect on 13 of 28 attempts, good for 46%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 24 free throws at an 85% rate.</p>

South Dakota Coyotes vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Trojans versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PACN. The game will be played at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. This Pac-12 conference matchup has an over/under of 156.5 points, and Arizona is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. USC.</p><h3>USC TROJANS VS ARIZONA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Trojans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 3:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Arizona winning straight-up, we like USC at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the USC Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>USC enters this game as 8.5-point underdogs, and they have gone just 3-11 as underdogs this season. They are coming off a 78-65 win over Arizona, and they have won three straight games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Trojans have gone 4-10, and over their last 10 road games, they have gone just 3-7. For the year, they are 14-17, and in Pac-12 play, they are 8-12.</p><p>As the underdog, USC has gone 6-8 vs. the spread this season and 15-16 overall. However, their ATS mark has improved recently as they are 3-0 in their last 3 road games and 4-1 in their last 5 on the road. Against the spread as the underdog, the Trojans are 5-5 in their last 10.</p><p>USC's over/under record for the season is 19-11-1, and today's over/under line of 156.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (147.9). So far, 22 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the USC offense ended with 78 points against Arizona. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 49.1% and made 6 threes. DJ Rodman led the scoring for the Trojans, contributing 19 points. Additionally, Kobe Johnson chipped in with 19 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the USC defense is giving up an average of 74.5 points per contest. USC's three-point defense is currently 220th in the country at 8.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 43.3% of their shots vs. USC.</p><h3>Can Arizona Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Arizona enters tonight's game as the favorite, as they have been in 29 of their 31 games this season. They are 22-7 in those games, and they will look to bounce back from a 78-65 loss to USC in their last game. The Wildcats have been dominant at home this season, going 16-1 with an average scoring margin of +26.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, Arizona has a record of 24-7, including a 15-5 mark in Pac-12 play. They have gone 9-2 in non-conference games, and they have a scoring differential of +4.3 points per game on the road this season.</p><p>Arizona has an ATS record of 20-11 this season and they are 18-11 vs. the spread when they are favored. At home, the Wildcats have gone 12-5 vs. the spread this year and their last 10 games as the favorite have resulted in a 6-4 ATS mark.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 156.5 points for the Arizona/USC game is lower than the average over/under line of 158.2 points in the Wildcats' games this season. So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 89.5 points per game, the Arizona had a below average performance. They scored 65 points against USC and had a field goal percentage of 38.7%. On the offensive front, the Wildcats have a season-long field goal percentage of 49%, ranking 32nd nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 47th in terms of percentage and 131st in three-pointers made.</p><p>Arizona's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 73.2 points per game. Arizona's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the USC offense to knock down 49% of their shots on their way to putting up 78 points.</p>

USC Trojans vs Arizona Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

A long, frustrating Sunday that pushed all the way into Wednesday means that the NASCAR Cup Series drivers have a very quick turnaround this weekend for the Xfinity 500. The Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 500 could not be finished until Wednesday, so the drivers had a lot of time to sit around and gameplan for the end of that race and the final two races of the season.

In the end, Kyle Busch won, so nothing really changed all that dramatically with the playoff picture. It was nice to see Busch, who hadn’t won a race since last year’s finale at Homestead-Miami, get to the winner’s circle. It was also nice for Kevin Harvick as he virtually guaranteed a spot in the final race at Phoenix.

Now we set our sights on Martinsville, Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, where sunny skies are in the forecast for the second-to-last race of the 2020 NASCAR season.

Odds are from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a> as we sort through the contenders, the pretenders, and the playoff picture for the Xfinity 500:
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<td width="295">Martin Truex Jr.</td>
<td width="295">+300</td>
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<td width="295">Denny Hamlin</td>
<td width="295">+500</td>
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<td width="295">Brad Keselowski</td>
<td width="295">+500</td>
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<td width="295">Chase Elliott</td>
<td width="295">+700</td>
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<td width="295">Kevin Harvick</td>
<td width="295">+800</td>
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<td width="295">Kyle Busch</td>
<td width="295">+800</td>
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<td width="295">Joey Logano</td>
<td width="295">+800</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Blaney</td>
<td width="295">+900</td>
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<td width="295">Alex Bowman</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
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<td width="295">Kurt Busch</td>
<td width="295">+2800</td>
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<td width="295">Clint Bowyer</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">William Byron</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">Jimmie Johnson</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">Erik Jones</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">Aric Almirola</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">Matt DiBenedetto</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">Tyler Reddick</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">Austin Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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Martin Truex Jr. won earlier this year at Martinsville back when NASCAR had a condensed schedule to make up for lost time during the heart of the shutdowns during the pandemic. Truex needs a win here, as he sits 16 points below the cut line because of Joey Logano’s win at Kansas in the first race in the Round of 8. He won this race last year on the Half Mile of Mayhem.

Denny Hamlin, second to Jimmie Johnson with five career wins, is obviously up near the top of the board again. This is one of Kevin Harvick’s worst racetracks, so he’ll have his sights set on next week’s championship race at one of his best.
<h3><strong><u>Playoff Picture</u></strong></h3>
It’s pretty simple this week. Kevin Harvick is in. He has 4,137 points and barring a complete and utter disaster that seems mathematically impossible, he’ll be in the Final Four.

After that, Denny Hamlin has 4,122 points. Brad Keselowski has 4,120. Martin Truex Jr. has 4,104. Alex Bowman and Chase Elliott each have 4,095. Kurt Busch is eliminated unless he wins this race. He has two wins in 40 starts at Martinsville.

Joey Logano got the Golden Ticket to the final with a win at Kansas, so he took a playoff spot from one of the top four in points. Because this is one of Hamlin’s strongest tracks, we can probably pencil him in for a good finish and a good spot, but he has finished outside the top 10 in six of the eight playoff races thus far.
<h3><strong><u>The Paperclip</u></strong></h3>
There are a lot of nicknames for Martinsville Speedway. The Paperclip is one of them because the track is shaped like a paperclip. The .526-mile asphalt and concrete oval is one of the shortest tracks on the NASCAR circuit. It is the only track on the calendar with asphalt straightaways and concrete turns. Tire wear is always important here.

Racing actually began here in 1949 when Red Byron took his Oldsmobile across the finish line first. This has been a twice-a-year stop for NASCAR and its previous names ever since 1950 and the pandemic will not end that streak.

November 1 will be tied for the latest starting date for this week. Jeff Gordon won on November 1 back in 2015.

Average speeds in the fall are slower than those in the spring. The last three races have averaged around 75 mph. It is hard to open the car up too much with the small straightaways.
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<h3><strong><u>Martinsville</u></strong><strong><u> Moneymakers</u></strong></h3>
Most of the notable NASCAR drivers have at least 20 starts here. Jimmie Johnson’s nine wins are far and away the most, but his last win here came in 2016. Denny Hamlin has five wins, but he hasn’t done donuts here since 2015.

This has been a strong track for last week’s winner, Kyle Busch. He has 16 top-five finishes in his 30 starts. Only Johnson has more with 19 in 37 races. Hamlin has 15 in his 29 races. Busch only has two wins to Hamlin’s five, but he’s been a contender more often than not here.

Brad Keselowski is often thought of as a 1.5-mile racer, but he has 10 top-five finishes in 21 efforts here to go along with a couple of wins in 2017 and 2019. He hasn’t won this race yet, but this would be a good time to do so.

If we look specifically at the last 10 races instead of the full body of work for each driver, we get a clearer picture. Busch and Keselowski each have eight top-five finishes in that span. In face, Busch, Keselowski, and Truex have averaged a finish in the top seven in that span.

Joey Logano has a win and three top-five finishes. The only Chevy driver with a win in the last 10 starts is Jimmie Johnson, so you’ll want to fade Chevy in matchups this week. That could mean bad things for Chase Elliott in his quest to sneak into the postseason. It definitely means bad things for Alex Bowman, who has not run well in six starts here.
<h3><strong><u>Picks</u></strong></h3>
This could very well be a win or go home race for Martin Truex Jr. He’s got a depressed price at this track, so we’re paying a premium, but it only makes sense to look in his direction. Joey Logano will likely be aggressive here to pick up another paycheck. He’s got four top-three finishes and led the most laps at Talladega out of the eight playoff races. He’s had a great car and this track has favored Ford of late.

I’d also fade Kevin Harvick here. Harvick doesn’t need a win. I think the plan here is to stay away from danger and be in a good spot next week on arguably his most successful track. He’s a good fade in matchups and I’d even look at props for him to finish outside the top five and the top 10.

Coverage of the Xfinity 500 will be on NBC at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday November 1.

2020 Xfinity 500 Betting Odds & Predictions

<p>Planning on watching today's Bruins and Beavers game? Catch the action at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR, as the Beavers hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on PACN. The Bruins are favored in this Pac-12 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 127.5 points.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon State Beavers +6</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON STATE BEAVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Not only will Oregon State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>UCLA comes into their 12th game of the season with a 5-6 record. In their last five road games, which includes games from last year, UCLA has gone 3-2. As of today's game, UCLA holds a 3-4-1 ATS record. In their last ten games this season, UCLA has yet to cover the spread, sitting at 0-5.</p><p>UCLA's games have, on average, featured 127.9 points per game leading to an over/under record of 1-7-0. Their average over/under line is currently 134.5 points so far. The Bruins' last five games have culminated with an average of 130 points per game and an over/under record of 2-3.</p><p>The UCLA offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 56 points versus Villanova. During the game, they attempted 19 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 36.7%. Sebastian Mack is leading the team in scoring at 15.2 points per contest. Adem Bona has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.1 going into the game.</p><p>UCLA's defense has been playing well, ranking 21st nationally, with 61.7 points allowed per game. In their most recent game, the UCLA defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Villanova knocked down 11 three-pointers on their way to 65 points.</p><h3>Can the Beavers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Oregon State enters the game with a record of 8-3, having played 11 games so far this season. In their previous 10 home games, which includes last year, Oregon State has a record of 7-3. As of today's game, Oregon State holds a 3-4 ATS record. In their last ten games this season, Oregon State has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Oregon State comes in with an over/under record of 4-3-0 through 11 games, with their games averaging a combined 143.6 points per game so far. In the Beavers' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 134 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their previous game, the Beavers' offense finished with 71 points, which is right in line with their current average of 71.5 points per contest. Jordan Pope is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 16.9. Meanwhile, Tyler Bilodeau also brings a PPG average of 11.5 into the game.</p><p>The Beavers' defense is presently ranked 118th nationally, allowing an average of 69.1 points per contest. In today's game, the Oregon State defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 59 points.</p>

UCLA Bruins vs Oregon State Beavers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/23

<p>The Sabres and Ducks are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ducks will host the game at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Sabres are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5 goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Sabres to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Buffalo?</h3><p>Buffalo fell to 9-9-1 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second.</p> <p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>Buffalo's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch netted his fifth goal of the season, scoring on a shorthanded opportunity 8:21 into the first period. The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and didn't score on any of their power play chances. Tuch led the team with 5 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense gave up two goals in the second period, both on the power play, leading to a 2-1 loss to Detroit. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Sabres' defense had 5 takeaways and 17 hits. After taking a 1-0 lead in the first period, Buffalo's defense couldn't hold, allowing the tying goal at 12:11 of the second period and the go-ahead goal at 5:22.</p><h3>Can the Anaheim Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Following a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks are now 8-8-2 this season. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the second before finally scoring in the third. The Ducks managed to score twice in the final period, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, scoring on a power play with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless through the first two periods before McGinn got them on the board at 9:44 in the third. Anaheim recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, giving up the first three goals—two of which were on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with an 86.2% save percentage. The Ducks' defense also recorded 15 hits and 6 takeaways. After closing the gap to 3-1, they allowed a late goal at 17:43 in the 3rd period, sealing a 4-2 loss.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

There is no bigger attraction in the sport of boxing right now than Canelo Alvarez, at least among those fighters who are truly competing at a championship level. And now he has done what some of those big attractions do - he has assumed control of his own career from a promotional standpoint.

And <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline</strong></a> customers have an opportunity to watch him in action on Saturday night as he takes on the WBC's #1 super middleweight contender in what is known as a "mandatory defense."

Yeah, it's hard to keep track of which fighters own which titles these days. But currently Alvarez holds the WBC and WBA championship belts at 168 pounds, and thus the sanctioning bodies take turns as to who gets to have the commitments toward their mandatory challengers honored.

He'll face Avni Yildirim of Turkey (21-2, 13 KO's) in a scheduled 12-rounder that takes place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Saturday night. Look for it to begin somewhere around midnight.

Because Alvarez is popular, you can't hold his fight in an arena, with the social distancing requirements in place. At the same time, you want to have a crowd.

So at Hard Rock, they can have about 13,000 fans in attendance.

Alvarez has just come out of a legal action he brought against a number of parties, including Golden Boy Promotions (Oscar De La Hoya's company), which connected him into a deal with streaming network DAZN but apparently made some arrangements on his behalf without his knowledge - namely committing him to a future fight against Gennady Golovkin - as part of a massive $360 million deal.

Canelo doesn't seem to have a lot of desire to fight GGG again. Instead, his plan has been to accumulate belts, despite insisting that isn't necessarily the case. But he wants to unify all the 168-pound belts, which would require subsequent fights against Billy Joe Saunders and Caleb Plant.

Here are the boxing betting odds on this fight as they are posted at BetOnline:

<strong>Canelo Alvarez -5000</strong>
<strong>Avni Yildirim +1600</strong>

<strong>Over 4.5 Rounds -120</strong>
<strong>Under 4.5 Rounds -110</strong>

There would seem to be not much question as to whether Canelo is going to come out of this with a victory. The only problem I can see would be if there was some kind of unforeseen circumstance, such as Yildirim getting inside and causing an "accidental" head butt , which could end the bout in his favor if he is head after four rounds. Yildirim's fight with Anthony Dirrell had to end and go to a technical decision (which Yildirim lost) because Dirrell got all cut up, to the extent that the doctor wouldn't allow it to go any longer.

I mention all of this because I think it will figure into the over-under. I don't believe Canelo wants to take a chance on an "accident" happening.

And he has a pretty ideal opponent. Yildirim doesn't play coy. And there are no "mysteries" about him. He is just going to come toward his man, with his hands up, and stand right in front of him.

He will often let his opponent get off first, and then look to counter with something off that. And so he is there to be hit. And Canelo will land. He will land with body shots. He will land with the uppercut. And after he is hit, Yildirim loses himself a little in terms of his ability to defend himself, so Canelo will reach him with some combinations.

I would say that Yildirim is a tough cookie. And he is a legitimate super middleweight; he didn't grow into this like Alvarez, and in fact was a light heavyweight at the outset of his career. But the difference in skill level shows itself, and if he is hit with precision punches there's only so far he can go. Yes, the 4.5-round total is challenging, but I feel safer coming in on the "under" side of it.

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