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<p>The Eagles are favored at -276 on the money line as they host the Rams at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The Eagles and Rams will kick off at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th, with NBC handling the television coverage. The Eagles are -6 point favorites, and the over/under line is at 43.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES RAMS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Eagles -6</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 29 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rams Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>The Rams finished the regular season 10-7, which was good enough to win the NFC West. After snapping a two-game losing streak with a week 3 win over the 49ers, they dropped their final two games, losing to the Bears in week 4 and the Packers in week 5. In week 7, they bounced back with a 20-15 win over the Raiders, though they didn’t cover the 7-point spread as favorites.</p> <p>Heading into the playoffs, the Rams were 11th in our power rankings. Their average scoring margin this season is -0.1 points per game, and they are 10-8 against the spread. Their O/U record is 8-10, with their games averaging 43.8 points compared to an average line of 46.8.</p><p>Heading into the divisional round, the Rams sit 15th in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 21.9, and 15th in yards per game, with 329.2. In the passing game, they are 15th in attempts and 11th in yards per game, averaging 226.1. On the ground, they rank 19th in rushing attempts and 24th in rushing yards per game. The Rams are 20th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 36.8%, and they rank 26th in 1st-quarter scoring.</p> <p>Matthew Stafford had a strong performance in the Wild Card round, posting a passer rating of 117, with 209 yards and 2 touchdowns on 19/27 passing. Kyren Williams led the team in rushing with 76 yards on 16 carries, while Tyler Higbee had 5 catches for 58 yards. The Rams scored 14 points in the 1st half against the Vikings but were held scoreless in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Rams' defense was dominant in their 27-9 win over the Vikings, sacking the quarterback nine times and allowing just 163 passing yards. They were tough against the run, holding Minnesota to 106 yards on 22 attempts. The Rams also had 14 quarterback hits, six more than the Vikings, and had 10 tackles for loss.</p>
<p>Although they gave up one touchdown through the air, the Rams limited the Vikings to a 4.1 yards per attempt. Additionally, they held Minnesota to a 35.3% conversion rate on third down and came away with one interception.</p><h3>Are The Eagles Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>After a 14-3 regular season, the Eagles secured the top spot in the NFC East and the 2nd seed in the conference. They ended the year with two straight wins, including a 20-13 victory over the Giants in week 18. Before that, they bounced back from a week 16 loss to Washington by dominating the Cowboys 41-7 in week 17. Philadelphia was favored by 7.5 points in that game and easily covered the spread.</p> <p>Heading into the divisional round, the Eagles rank 5th in our power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +9.6 points per game and are 12-6 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 7-11, with their games averaging 44.3 points compared to a 45-point line.</p><p>Heading into the divisional round, the Eagles are 4th in our offensive power rankings. They are 7th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 26.9 points per game, and 10th in yards per game, with 362.9. Philadelphia has leaned heavily on their run game, leading the league in rushing attempts and ranking 2nd in rushing yards per game with 178.7. On the other hand, they are 30th in passing yards per game, with 184.2, and 30th in passing attempts.</p> <p>In their wild-card win over the Packers, the Eagles scored 10 points in the first quarter and finished with 22. Jalen Hurts threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns, posting a passer rating of 111. DeVonta Smith led the team with 55 receiving yards, while Saquon Barkley rushed for 119 yards on 25 carries. Philadelphia struggled on 3rd down, converting only 2 of 11 attempts, and went 1 for 4 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 22-10 win over the Packers, the Eagles' defense was opportunistic, coming up with three interceptions. Despite allowing 107 rushing yards on 25 attempts, they held Green Bay to just 10 points. Philadelphia's secondary was particularly strong, allowing only 195 passing yards and no touchdowns, while also holding the Packers to a 60.6% completion rate.<p></p>On third downs, the Eagles allowed the Packers to convert 53.8% of their chances. Philadelphia also had two sacks and won the tackles for loss battle.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Flyers and Rams game? Catch the action at Stuart C. Siegel Center in Richmond, VA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. Dayton is favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference contest against VCU. The game's over/under currently sits at 135 points.</p><h3>DAYTON FLYERS VS VCU RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VCU Rams +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stuart C. Siegel Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, February 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VCU RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-68 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will VCU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Flyers Defense Show Up in Richmond?</h3><p>Dayton comes into this game as the favorite, as they have been in 18 of their 22 games this season. Overall, they have gone 17-1 in those games. They have won three straight games and have gone 19-3 overall this season. In Atlantic 10 play, they are 9-1, compared to 10-2 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Dayton has gone 6-3, and their average scoring margin is +3.4 points per game. In their last game, they beat Saint Joseph's by a score of 94-79. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 6-4, and over their last five, they are 4-1.</p><p>When looking at Dayton's overall ATS record this season, they are currently 12-9-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-2-1. As the favorite, the Flyers are 10-8 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135 is lower than the average over/under line in Dayton's games this season (137.2). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 154 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Dayton offense put up 94 points against Saint Joseph's. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 56.9% and made 12 threes. The team's top scorer is DaRon Holmes II, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 19.7, while Nate Santos also maintains a PPG average of 11.7 leading up to the game.</p><p>In the current season, the Dayton defense has excelled, sitting 31st in the nation by allowing 65.0 points per game. Against Saint Joseph's in their most recent game, the Dayton defense gave up a total of 79 points while allowing Saint Joseph's to hit 48% of their shots.</p><h3>Will the Rams Win at Stuart C. Siegel Center?</h3><p>VCU enters this game as a 1.5-point underdog. The Rams have a record of 15-8, including a 7-3 mark in Atlantic 10 play. They have won two games in a row and are 11-6 at home this season.</p>

<p>For the year, VCU has been the underdog in six games, going 2-4 in those contests. In their last game, the Rams defeated Fordham by a score of 75-60. Over their last 10 games at home, VCU has gone 7-3.</p><p>VCU has an ATS record of 14-9 this season, including a mark of 10-7 at home. Over their last three games at home, the Rams have gone 3-0 vs. the spread, and they are 6-4 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in VCU games is 10-13, and the average scoring total in their games is 138.3. Today's over/under line of 135 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (140.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 125 points, and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the VCU offense tallied 75 points in a matchup against Fordham. Their field goal percentage for the game was 51%, and they made 9 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Max Shulga, who is averaging 15.1 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Zeb Jackson also maintains a PPG average of 11.8 heading into game.</p><p>At this time, the Rams' defense is positioned 40th in the country, permitting 65.9 points per game. VCU's three-point defense is currently 49th in the country at 5.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 39.7% of their shots vs. VCU.</p>

Dayton Flyers vs VCU Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 2/9/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

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NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Mastodons and Raiders game? Catch the action at Nutter Center in Dayton, OH, as the Raiders hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Horizon League matchup, Purdue Fort Wayne is favored bt -1 vs. Wright State. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS VS WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wright State Raiders +1</p><p>This game will be played at Nutter Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Wright State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Purdue Fort Wayne Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Purdue Fort Wayne improved to 11-6 on the season with a 90-67 win over Detroit on Saturday. The Mastodons were -19 favorites going into the game and covered the spread in the win.</p> <p>After leading 41-34 at halftime, Purdue Fort Wayne pulled away in the second half, outscoring Detroit 49-33. The total points for the game ended up at 157, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 53.6% and an effective field goal percentage of 66.1%. They hit 46.7% of their threes, connecting on 14 of 30 attempts, and were 80% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 shots.</p> <p>Rasheed Bello led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from deep. Corey Hadnot II added 23 points, shooting 70% overall and 80% from three. TJ Nadeau, Jalen Jackson, Nate Johnson, and Grant Gondrezick II each contributed 19 points, with Johnson going a perfect 3 for 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 53% from the field, including 61% on two-point attempts. They also allowed 14 made threes on 30 attempts, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 16/20, hitting 80% of their shots. Purdue Fort Wayne limited them to 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Wright State Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Wright State's season record dropped to 7-9 after a 75-72 road loss to Robert Morris on Sunday. The Raiders entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Wright State was tied 34-34 at halftime but couldn't pull ahead, as they were outscored 41-38 in the second half.</p><p>Wright State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, with a 46.7% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 15 threes. They struggled inside, making just 40.4% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Raiders shot 61.9%, connecting on 13 of 21 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Alvaro Folgueiras and Brandon Noel each scored 16 points, with Noel adding 9 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Wright State's defense gave up 75 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 45% from the field. They were effective at limiting three-point damage, holding the other team to 6/19 from beyond the arc, a 31% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Raiders allowed 52% shooting, with their opponent hitting 19 of 36 two-point attempts. Wright State also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 70% success rate.</p>

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Wright State Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pirates and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Big East conference contest is set at 138 points, with Butler being favored by -8 at home against Seton Hall.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +8</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Butler winning straight-up, we like Seton Hall at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Pull Off a Win at Indianapolis?</h3><p>Seton Hall’s season record fell to 6-10 after a 91-85 road loss to Providence on Saturday. The Pirates entered the game as +8 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 41-41 first half, Seton Hall scored 44 points in the second half but allowed 50. The game’s total points of 176 far exceeded the over/under line of 130.5.</p><p>Seton Hall put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They connected on 31.8% of their threes, hitting 7 of 22 attempts, while knocking down 80% of their free throws (16/20). The Pirates also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.</p> <p>Bensley Joseph was a standout, scoring 28 points in 26 minutes, shooting 8 of 10 overall and 7 of 9 from beyond the arc. Isaiah Coleman added 26 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep, and Prince Aligbe contributed 19 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall's opponents hit 12 threes on 25 attempts, shooting 48%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 23, shooting 69%. Seton Hall gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Butler Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Butler dropped to 7-10 on the season after a 80-76 loss to Creighton on Saturday. The Bulldogs were +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>At halftime, the game was tied at 43-43, but Butler was outscored 37-33 in the 2nd half, leading to the loss.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They connected on 57.9% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 32% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 25 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they converted 8 of 12 attempts for 66.7%.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.7% overall and 60% from three-point range, hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Steven Ashworth contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 8 three-point attempts. Patrick McCaffery added 21 points, shooting 42.9% from three, while Pierre Brooks II and Jamiya Neal each chipped in 14 points.</p><p>Butler's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponents to connect on 57% of their two-point attempts, with 22 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Butler's defense held their opponents to 32% shooting, as they hit 8 of 25 three-point shots. The free-throw line wasn't much of a factor, with the opposing team going 8/12 for 66%. Butler also allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seton Hall Pirates vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Ravens are favored on the road as they take on the Bills in an AFC matchup on Sunday, January 19th at 6:30 ET. The game, being played at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY, has Baltimore at -117 on the money line and Buffalo at -102. The point spread is tight, with the Ravens at -1, and the over/under line is at 51.5 points. You can catch this one on CBS.</p><h3>BALTIMORE RAVENS VS BUFFALO BILLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bills +1</p><p>This game will be played at Highmark Stadium at 6:30 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BILLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bills winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Bills winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 51.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ravens Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>After finishing the regular season with a 12-5 record, the Ravens head into the divisional round on a four-game winning streak, including a 28-14 victory over the Steelers in the wild card round. Baltimore entered that game as 8.5-point favorites and covered the spread, but the teams fell short of the 44.5-point O/U line, combining for 42 points. The Ravens rank 2nd in our power rankings and finished the regular season 5-2 in the division and 9-4 in the conference, putting them 1st in the AFC North and 3rd in the AFC.</p> <p>Against the spread, Baltimore is 11-6-1, with four straight wins. They are 11-5-1 as favorites and 0-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 13-5, with their games averaging 51.2 points compared to a 47.1-point line.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Ravens sitting at the top of the league, and they lead the NFL in yards per game, averaging 427.1. Baltimore has leaned heavily on the run game, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and leading the league with 193.8 rushing yards per game. Derrick Henry has been a big part of that success, rushing for 186 yards on 26 carries in the Wild Card round. Lamar Jackson posted a passer rating of 132 against the Steelers, throwing for 175 yards and 2 touchdowns without an interception.</p> <p>While the Ravens rank 6th in red zone attempts, they are 31st in red zone conversion percentage. However, they were 3/4 in the Wild Card round and converted 66.7% of their 3rd downs. Baltimore is 3rd in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 6th in 1st-quarter scoring.</p><p>Despite allowing 251 passing yards, the Ravens' defense held the Steelers to just 29 rushing yards on 11 attempts in their 28-14 win. Baltimore's defense recorded four sacks and won the quarterback hit battle by six, but they did allow two passing touchdowns. The Ravens also held the Steelers to 45.5% on third down.</p>
<p>Overall, the Ravens gave up 280 yards of total offense and 28 points. Pittsburgh found some success through the air, averaging 8.4 yards per attempt, and completing 66.7% of their passes against Baltimore.</p><h3>Will The Bills Win At Home Over The Ravens?</h3><p>Buffalo finished the regular season 13-4, good for 2nd in the AFC and 3rd in our power rankings. They went 5-1 in the division and 10-3 in conference play. The Bills were a perfect 9-0 at home but just 5-4 on the road. After losing to the Ravens in week 4, they bounced back with a 47-10 win over the Jaguars in week 3 and a 31-10 win over the Dolphins in week 2. They were 2.5-point underdogs against Miami but covered the spread.</p> <p>Buffalo has an average scoring margin of +10.1 points per game and is 11-7 against the spread this season. They are 9-5 ATS as favorites and 2-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 11-7, with the over hitting in their last two games. Their games have averaged 51.7 points, with an average line of 46.4.</p><p>Josh Allen was excellent in the Wild Card round, posting a passer rating of 135 and throwing for 272 yards and 2 touchdowns without an interception. He completed 20 of 26 passes, with Curtis Samuel leading the team in receiving with 68 yards on 3 catches. James Cook had a strong performance on the ground, rushing for 120 yards on 23 carries. The Bills converted 8 of 15 third-down attempts but struggled in the red zone, going just 1 for 5.</p> <p>Buffalo ranks 2nd in the NFL in scoring, averaging 30.9 points per game. They are 9th in both passing and rushing yards per game, with 229.8 and 135.6, respectively. Despite ranking 24th in pass attempts, they are 5th in 1st-quarter scoring. The Bills are 7th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Buffalo Bills' defense allowed just 145 passing yards on 14 completions against the Broncos. They held Denver to a 60.9% completion percentage and only 224 total yards in a 31-7 victory. The Bills' run defense gave up 79 yards on 17 attempts, and they allowed just one touchdown while holding the Broncos to a 22.2% third-down conversion rate. Buffalo also recorded two sacks and won the tackles for loss battle.<p></p>

Baltimore Ravens vs Buffalo Bills Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Catamounts and Keydets game? Catch the action at Cameron Hall in Lexington, VA, as the Keydets hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147 points, and VMI is favored by -3 to win at home against Western Carolina.</p><h3>WESTERN CAROLINA CATAMOUNTS VS VMI KEYDETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VMI Keydets -3</p><p>This game will be played at Cameron Hall at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VMI KEYDETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Keydets.</li><li>Not only will VMI pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Catamounts Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Western Carolina Catamounts Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Carolina improved to 2-11 on the season with an 85-82 win over Mercer on Sunday. The Catamounts, who were +4.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 44-40 at halftime, Western Carolina outscored Mercer 45-38 in the second half. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Western Carolina put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They hit 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-34 from three. At the free-throw line, the Catamounts were 16-for-20, shooting 80%.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 7-of-11 from the field. Ahmad Robinson added 18 points and 13 rebounds, despite shooting just 36.8%. Ice Emery contributed 16 points, hitting 4-of-8 from three-point range, while Cord Stansberry added 17 points, making 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Western Carolina's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 46% shooting from the field. They allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 28 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Carolina's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 80%. The Catamounts gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will VMI Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Keydets fell to 2-11 on the season after a 91-66 road loss to Chattanooga on Sunday. Entering the game as +13.5 point underdogs, VMI not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 157, exceeding the over/under line of 149.5.</p> <p>VMI found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 51-22 at halftime. They managed to outscore Chattanooga 44-40 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to make a significant impact on the game’s outcome.</p><p>VMI struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.4% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They managed 66 points, with 12 offensive rebounds and 12 assists, while hitting 74.1% of their free throws, going 20-for-27 from the line.</p> <p>Honor Huff was a bright spot, scoring 31 points on 9-of-12 shooting, including 9-of-10 from three-point range. Augustinas Kiudulas added 20 points and 10 rebounds, and Jaylen Pazon contributed 15 points in just 15 minutes, hitting 2-of-4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>VMI's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable from beyond the arc, where they allowed 19 threes on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, VMI's opponent went 10/12, hitting 83% of their shots. The Keydets did manage to limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Carolina Catamounts vs VMI Keydets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Ducks versus the Capitals? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Capitals coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>The Capitals should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Ducks Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks are now 18-20-5 this season. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period. The Ducks didn’t score until the 10:16 mark of the third period, when they were already down 3-0.</p><p>Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, with McTavish's goal coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>After a scoreless first two periods, the Ducks finally got on the board at 9:44 in the third. Anaheim recorded 16 offensive giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, giving up the first three goals, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals now sit at 28-10-5. Washington had taken the lead in the first period, but Carolina responded with three unanswered goals to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined 6 goals resulted in a push. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period, but they couldn’t find the net again.</p><p>Washington’s offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were plagued by 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Washington’s goals came in the first period, with Duhaime scoring at 19:49. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome recorded his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will be looking to bounce back after allowing 4 goals to Carolina in their last game. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but Washington's defense struggled, giving up 44 shots on goal. They also had 16 blocks and 2 takeaways. The final goal they allowed was an empty netter with just 9 seconds left in the 3rd period.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>At 4:10 PM ET, the Astros and Mariners face off in an AL West matchup. This one is taking place at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, and the Mariners are the slight favorite on the money line (-111). The Astros are 52-46 and they are 1st in the AL West, while the Mariners are 52-48.</p>

<p>Houston will be looking to keep their two-game winning streak alive, and they will have Ronel Blanco on the mound. Seattle is currently on a five-game losing streak, and they will start Bryan Woo. The over/under line is at 7 runs, and the under is paying out at +100 compared to -122 for the over.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline -107</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Park at 4:10 ET on Sunday, July 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ASTROS VS MARINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros 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><p>Houston rallied for two runs in the 7th inning in the most recent game of this Astros vs. Mariners series. The Astros scored one run in the 4th inning but didn't score another run until putting up two in the top of the 7th, picking up a 4-2 win. Heading into the game, the Astros were at +111 on the money line.</p>

<p>Seattle wasted a good outing from George Kirby, as he gave up just one run in six innings of work for the Mariners. Ryne Stanek took the loss. Josh Hader got the save for the Astros as Framber Valdez went 5 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Astros were led by Yainer Diaz and Jake Meyers, as they were the only two Astros hitters to have more than one hit. Diaz and Julio Rodriguez were the only two Mariners hitters to have more than one hit.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros have taken the first two games of their series vs. the Mariners and lead the AL West by one game over Seattle. Overall, the Astros are 52-46 and have gone 18-14 against other teams in the AL West. Houston has been good at home this year, going 28-21, and they are just above .500 on the road at 24-25.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Astros are 38-33 this year and 14-13 as the underdog. Houston has won two straight on the road, and their overall series record is 17-12-1. Over their last 10 games, the Astros are 6-4.</p><p>When betting the run line this season, the Astros are 52-46, including 26-23 on the road. Their average run margin is +0.6 runs per game. They have won three straight run line bets on the road, and are 18-9 against the run line as an underdog.</p><p>The Houston Astros are on the road against the Seattle Mariners today. The over/under line for the game is set at 7 runs, which is below their season average of 8.9 runs per game. The Astros have played to the under in 56 of their 94 games this season, and their current under streak is at four games.</p><p>Ronel Blanco gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Mariners on the road. So far this season, he has made 18 starts and has a record of 9-4. Blanco's ERA for the season is an impressive 2.56, along with a WHIP of .97. In his 18 starts, Blanco has one complete game shutout and 11 quality starts. Looking back at his last outing, Blanco took the loss, going six innings and giving up two earned runs on five hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Astros are batting a league-best .261 as a team and are averaging 4.7 runs per game. At home, they have been even better, averaging 5.1 runs per contest. So far, they have hit the 10th most home runs in the league and are 3rd in team slugging percentage.</p>

<p>Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker have been the Astros' top power threats this season, with both players having 19 homers. Alvarez's 52 RBIs are the best mark on the team, and Tucker is right behind him at 40. Jose Altuve comes into the game on a five-game hitting streak and is batting .305 for the season.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is looking to snap a five-game losing streak today, and they are trailing the Astros by just one game in the AL West. The Mariners are 52-48 overall and have gone 18-10 against other teams in the division this year. At home, the Mariners are 30-20 compared to 22-28 on the road.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Mariners have won two straight, and they are 19-19 as the underdog overall. Seattle's home underdog record is 7-5 this year, and their overall series record is 13-15-2. So far, they have dropped three straight series at home.</p><p>Seattle is 22-28 against the run line at home this season, with an average run margin of 0.5 runs per game. They are 44-56 overall against the run line, with an average run margin of 0.1 runs per game. They are 21-17 against the run line as an underdog, and 23-39 against the run line as a favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.2 runs per game, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.1 runs per game. They have failed to cover the run line in their last five home games, but have covered in two straight as an underdog.</p><p>Seattle has gone under the total in four straight games and has an over/under record of 41-54 on the season. The Mariners have played to an average combined run average of 7.5 runs per game this season, and their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 7 runs, Seattle's games have gone over the total 8 times, under 15 times, and pushed 4 times.</p><p>Seattle is sending Bryan Woo to the mound today vs. the Astros, and he has made 9 starts this season. Woo's ERA is 2.46, and he has a record of 3-1. Looking at his home/away splits, Woo has made 6 appearances on the road and has a record of 2-1 with a 4.18 ERA. At home, he is 1-0 with a 0.56 ERA. In his last outing, Woo finished with a no-decision, giving up 4 earned runs in 3 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he had gone three straight outings without giving up a homer. Opponents are batting .210 off Woo this season.</p><p>Julio Rodríguez has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/25 in his last seven games, including two home runs. For the season, he is batting .265 with 11 homers. Cal Raleigh has also been hitting the ball well of late, batting .231 in his last seven games and has three homers in that stretch. For the season, he is hitting just .212.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mariners are 28th in scoring at 3.8 runs per game. They are also one of the worst hitting teams in the league, with a team batting average of just .217. However, they do have the 12th most home runs in the league. Overall, they have been one of the league's worst offenses, as they are near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage and slugging.</p>

Houston Astros vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction 7/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Mountaineers and Cougars game? Catch the action at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Big 12 conference game currently have Houston as the -16 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 121.5 points.</p><h3>WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +16</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like West Virginia at +16.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 121.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Mountaineers Ready for a Win at Houston?</h3><p>West Virginia improved to 12-3 on the season with a 78-70 road win over Colorado on Sunday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +3 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 148, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>West Virginia took control early, leading 40-29 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 38 points while allowing 41, but their strong first-half performance was enough to secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Mountaineers put up 78 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.7%. They hit 54.8% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 71.4%, making 20 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Javon Small led the way with 26 points and 7 assists, shooting 40% from deep (4/10). Julian Hammond III added 23 points, hitting 42.9% from three (3/7), while Joseph Yesufu contributed 18 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three (2/3). Eduardo Andre was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 for 12 points.</p><p>West Virginia’s defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, West Virginia’s defense held the other team to 6 three-pointers on 19 attempts, or 31% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 24 free throws, an 80% success rate. West Virginia allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does Houston Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Houston improved to 12-3 on the season with an 87-57 road win over Kansas State on Saturday. The Cougars, who entered the game as -10.5 favorites, covered the spread while the teams combined for 144 points, surpassing the over/under line of 128.5.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 46-24 at halftime. They maintained their dominance in the second half, outscoring the Wildcats 41-33.</p><p>Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-14, and connected on 65% of their free throws, making 13-of-20 attempts.</p> <p>The Cougars dominated the glass with 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. Emanuel Sharp and Brendan Hausen each scored 15 points, with Sharp hitting 3-of-6 from deep. Joseph Tugler and Ja'Vier Francis both contributed 11 points, with Tugler grabbing 10 rebounds and Francis adding 9 boards.</p><p>Houston's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 57 points on 40% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 9 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's opponent hit 10 threes on 25 tries, also shooting 64% from the free-throw line, going 9/14. The Cougars gave up just 2 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Virginia Mountaineers vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lancers and Blue Hose face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose are hosting the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. In this Big South matchup, Longwood is favored bt -1.5 vs. Presbyterian. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Hose.</li><li>Not only will Presbyterian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lancers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers fell to 8-4 on the season after a 98-82 road loss to SMU on Sunday, December 29th. Longwood came into the game as +18.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Longwood allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Longwood put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. They connected on 51.7% of their two-point attempts and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Boopie Miller led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Yohan Traore and Elijah Tucker each added 20 points, with Traore also pulling down 11 rebounds. Matt Cross and Colby Garland chipped in 19 points apiece, with Garland handing out a team-high 11 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside, as the other team made 70% of their two-point attempts, going 21/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 26 free throws at an 83% rate. Longwood gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian's season record fell to 4-8 after a 69-59 loss to South Carolina on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 128, which was under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Presbyterian led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 45. The Blue Hose will look to build on their strong first-half performance as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the way with 27 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/13, hitting 38% of their threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Blue Hose gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bearcats and Buffaloes. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buffaloes at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO. Get ready to place your bets! Cincinnati come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-72 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cincinnati Pull Off A Win at CU Events Center?</h3><h3>Cincinnati Bearcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearcats fell to 10-5 on the season after a 54-40 home loss to Kansas on Saturday. Cincinnati, who entered the game as slight -1 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 94 were well below the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Cincinnati led 25-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 15 points while allowing 30. This offensive drop-off was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 40 points on 30.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.9%, and they hit only 3 of 22 from beyond the arc, shooting 13.6% from three-point range.</p> <p>Hunter Dickinson was a bright spot, scoring 14 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 43.8% overall. The Bearcats finished with 8 assists and 12 offensive rebounds, while connecting on just 1 of 2 free throws.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Cincinnati's defense was solid, allowing just 54 points on 30% shooting from the field. They held their opponent to 40% on two-point attempts, with a 15/37 shooting performance.</p> <p>The Bearcats were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3/22 shooting, a 13% success rate. Cincinnati also sent them to the free-throw line only twice, where they made 1/2 attempts.</p><h3>Will the Buffaloes Win at CU Events Center?</h3><p>Colorado's season record dropped to 9-6 after a 78-70 home loss to West Virginia on Sunday. The Buffaloes, who were favored by three points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> <p>Trailing 40-29 at halftime, Colorado put up 41 points in the second half while allowing 38, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, the Buffaloes put up 70 points, shooting 41.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.9%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, making 6 of 19 attempts, and connected on 48.3% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, Colorado was solid, converting 24 of 30 attempts for an 80% success rate.</p> <p>Javon Small led the way with 26 points and 7 assists, shooting 35.3% overall and 40% from three-point range. Julian Hammond III added 23 points, hitting 42.9% from deep, while Joseph Yesufu contributed 18 points, shooting 66.7% from both the field and three-point range.</p><p>Colorado's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 20 of 48 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 14 of 29 attempts, good for 48% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition went 6 for 19, shooting 31%. They also made 24 of 30 free throws, hitting 80% from the line. Colorado allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Cincinnati Bearcats vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
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.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

<p>Atlanta is favored on the road as they take on the Dolphins in their first pre-season game of the season. The Falcons are -147 on the money line, and the game will kick off at 7:00 ET on Friday, August 9th at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. Miami is +122 on the money line and +2.5 on the point spread. There is no TV coverage for this one, and the over/under line is set at 38 points.</p><h3>ATLANTA FALCONS VS MIAMI DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Dolphins +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 7:00 ET on Friday, August 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dolphins winning this one by a score of 19 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Dolphins winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 38 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Falcons Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Atlanta went 1-0 on the road and 0-1-1 at home last pre-season, finishing with a 1-1-1 record. They didn't have any betting line results in their first two games but were the underdog in their last two games. The Falcons beat the Dolphins 19-3 in week one of the pre-season last year but followed that up with a 13-13 tie vs. the Bengals and a 24-0 loss to the Steelers.</p><p>Atlanta's running game ranked 25th last pre-season, and they were 24th in attempts. The Falcons' offense struggled to move the ball, averaging just 10.7 points per game, which was 24th in the league. They were also 24th in overall yardage, averaging 272.3 yards per game. In the passing game, they were 21st in the league with 186.3 yards per game.</p><p>Atlanta's defense was 3rd best in terms of points allowed last pre-season, giving up just 13.3 points per game. However, they allowed 302.7 yards per game, which was 26th in the NFL. Opposing offenses had some success running the ball against the Falcons, as they allowed 142 rushing yards per game (24th), but Atlanta defended the pass well, ranking 4th in passing yards allowed.</p><h3>Will The Dolphins Win At Home Over The Falcons?</h3><p>The Dolphins went 1-1 on the road and 0-1 at home last pre-season, finishing with a 1-2 record. They were favored in one game and went 0-1 in that game. Miami opened with a 19-3 loss to the Falcons in week one of the pre-season. The Dolphins bounced back in week two with a 28-3 win over the Texans but ended the pre-season with a 31-18 loss to the Jaguars.</p><p>Despite finishing 18th in passing yards per game last pre-season, the Dolphins were 9th in yards per game, averaging 354.3 yards per contest. They were one of the more run-heavy offenses, finishing 8th in rushing attempts and 3rd in rushing yards. Miami averaged 16.3 points per game, ranking 18th, and they were 6th in yards per play.</p><p>During last year's pre-season, the Dolphins' defense allowed 275.3 yards per game, ranking 9th in the NFL. They gave up 17.7 points per game, also ranking 9th, and were particularly tough against the run, giving up just 88 rushing yards per game, the 7th lowest figure in the league. Against the pass, they allowed 187.3 yards per game, which was 10th in the league.</p>

Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins Betting Pick & Prediction 8/9/24

<p>At 7:10 PM ET, the Cubs and Cardinals face off in an NL Central matchup. This one is being played at Wrigley Field in Chicago, and the Cubs are the betting favorite, with their money line odds sitting at -150. The Cardinals have a record of 57-54 and they are 2nd in the NL Central, while the Cubs are 5th at 54-59.</p>

<p>Justin Steele is starting for the Cubs, and he will be facing off against Miles Mikolas for the Cardinals. On the money line, the Cubs are 7-3 in their last 10, while the Cardinals have won 6 of their last 10.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Cardinals Moneyline +128</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 7:10 ET on Sunday, August 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS CUBS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cardinals winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Cardinals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>St. Louis picked up a 5-4 road win over the Cubs in the most recent game of this series. The Cardinals had a late rally, scoring three runs in the 8th and another run in the 9th. As for the Cubs, they scored two runs in the 1st and added their final two runs in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Kyle Gibson got the start for the Cardinals, going seven innings and giving up four runs. He finished the game with seven strikeouts but issued one walk. JoJo Romero got the win out of the bullpen, and Ryan Helsley got the save. </p>

<p>Jameson Taillon only went six innings for the Cubs but gave up just one run on six hits. He finished the game with four strikeouts and didn't issue a walk. Hector Neris took the loss out of the bullpen.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is 57-54 overall and 5.5 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. The Cardinals are 17-18 in divisional games this year. So far, they have gone 29-25 at home compared to 28-29 on the road.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Cardinals are 18-21 this year, and they are 28-27 overall as the underdog. St. Louis has gone 29-27 when favored this year, and their series record is 17-14-3. Heading into today's game vs. the Cubs, the Cardinals trail in the series 1-2 and are just 4-6 across their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Cardinals win, they win big, with an average run margin of +2.7. However, when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.6. Their overall run-line record is 56-55, and they are 29-28 on the run line on the road. They have been a profitable run-line bet as the underdog, going 37-18, but have struggled as the favorite, going just 19-37.</p>The St. Louis Cardinals are on the road today against the Chicago Cubs, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The Cardinals' combined run average this season is 8.7, and their over/under record is 55-53. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 27-14. Overall, 24 of their games this season have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 21.6% of their games. The Cardinals are currently on a six-game over streak.<p>Right-hander Miles Mikolas gets the start for the Cardinals today as he faces the Cubs on the road. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 8-8 with an ERA of 5.00. Mikolas' WHIP for the season is 1.23, and he has turned in 13 quality starts. In his last outing, Mikolas finished with a no-decision, giving up three earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. The right-hander has been much better on the road, coming in with a 7-4 record and 4.18 ERA compared to 1-4 with a 7.15 ERA at home.</p><p>Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Gorman are tied for the team lead in home runs, but both players have struggled with their batting averages so far this season. Goldschmidt comes into the game hitting just .234, while Gorman is batting only .199. However, Goldschmidt has gone 12/38 in his last 10 games, with three homers and five RBIs. Gorman has also homered three times in his last 10 games, but he is just 12/60 in that stretch.</p>

<p>As a team, the Cardinals are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. Their team batting average of .246 is 11th in the MLB, and they are also among the league leaders in on-base percentage and slugging. St. Louis is looking to break out of a team-wide slump, as they come into the game with a collective batting average of just .232 over their last 10 games.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 54-59, the Cubs are 5th in the NL Central, trailing the Brewers by 9.5 games. Overall, they are 16-26 against other teams in the NL Central. The Cubs have a chance to pick up a game on the Reds today, as they trail them by just a half-game for 4th place in the division.</p>

<p>Chicago has gone 5-5 across their last 10 games and are 2-1 in this series vs. the Cardinals. So far, they have gone 29-26 at home compared to a 25-33 mark on the road. The Cubs have really struggled as the favorite this year, going 24-28. As for their record as the underdog, they are 30-31 and have dropped two straight at home as the favorite.</p><p>Chicago has been a tough team to bet on this season, as they are just 54-59 against the run line. They have been a much better bet on the road, going 34-24 against the run line, compared to just 20-35 at home. They have been a good bet as the underdog, going 41-20 against the run line, compared to just 13-39 as the favorite. Their average run differential in winning games is +3.4, while their average run differential in losing games is -3.2.</p><p>Today's over/under line for the Cubs-Cardinals game is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly higher than the season average for Chicago games. The Cubs have played 32 games with higher over/under lines this season, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 14-13. Their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season, and they have hit the over in four straight contests.</p><p>Left-hander Justin Steele gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Cardinals at home. Steele has made 17 starts this season and has a record of 2-5 with a 3.38 ERA. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up five earned runs in five innings of work. Before that, he had put together a nice stretch, going 2-0 with a 1.19 ERA in three starts. Opponents are batting .219 off Steele this season, and he has issued just 2.4 walks per nine innings compared to 8.7 strikeouts.</p><p>So far this season, the Cubs are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. They have been slightly better on the road (4.3 RPG) than at home (4.0 RPG). As a team, the Cubs are batting just .233, which is 18th in the league, and are also near the bottom of the league in terms of slugging percentage and OPS.</p>

<p>Seiya Suzuki and Isaac Paredes are tied for 2nd on the team with 16 homers, while Ian Happ is the team's leader in long balls, with 17. Happ also leads the Cubs with 62 RBIs, which is 15th in the majors. Over his last nine games, Happ is batting just .207. Nico Hoerner is on a seven-game hitting streak and is batting .257 for the season.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 8/4/24

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (-121) will host the Pelicans (+102) in a non-conference matchup. Chicago is favored by 1.5 points and the over/under line is set at 239.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are currently in 5th place in their respective divisions, with the Pelicans (8-32) in 15th place in the Western Conference and the Bulls (18-21) in 10th place in the East.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-134 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does New Orleans Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>The Pelicans fell to 8-32 on the season after a narrow 120-119 loss to the Celtics on Sunday. New Orleans, who entered the game as +15 point underdogs, kept it close and covered the spread. The total score of 239 points went over the pre-game line of 230.5.</p> <p>New Orleans started strong, leading 35-29 after the 1st quarter. However, Boston took control in the 2nd, outscoring the Pelicans 33-26. New Orleans battled back in the 4th, but their 31-30 edge wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 120-119 loss to the Celtics, the Pelicans hit 17 threes at a 45.9% clip. Trey Murphy III led the way with 30 points, connecting on 5 threes, while Dejounte Murray added 26 points, hitting 6 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Murray scored 17 points in the 1st quarter, while Murphy added 13 in the 3rd. Zion Williamson struggled from the field, shooting 33.3%, but contributed 7 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Pelicans gave up 120 points to the Celtics, who shot 43% from the field. New Orleans allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter, 33 in the 2nd, 28 in the 3rd, and 30 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Pelicans did well defending the three, holding the Celtics to 13 made threes on 29% shooting. Boston also went 19/23 from the free-throw line. New Orleans recorded 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Does Chicago Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Chicago’s record fell to 18-21 after a 124-119 home loss to the Kings on Sunday. The Bulls were +5 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push for spread bettors.</p> <p>Chicago led 63-61 at halftime but were outscored 36-32 in the 3rd quarter. The Bulls couldn’t close the gap in the 4th, as Sacramento edged them 27-24. The game’s total of 243 points went over the pre-game line of 238.</p><p>Zach LaVine knocked down 5 threes at a 62.5% clip, finishing with 36 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists in the Bulls' 124-119 loss to the Kings. LaVine scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter and added 11 more in the 4th. Lonzo Ball also hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep, and contributed 15 points, with 6 coming in the opening quarter.</p> <p>As a team, the Bulls connected on 18 threes, shooting 48.6% from beyond the arc and 46.2% overall. Nikola Vucevic added 18 points, scoring 7 in the 1st quarter and another 6 in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 36 points, which contributed to their 124-119 loss to the Kings. Overall, they allowed Sacramento to shoot 49% from the field.</p> <p>Chicago did a decent job defending the three, with the Kings hitting 13 threes at a 33% rate. The Bulls sent Sacramento to the line 21 times, where they made 17 free throws. Chicago also recorded 37 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and added 4 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>Game three of this Western Conference first-round series between the Thunder and Mavericks is tied at 1-1 heading into Saturday's matchup at 3:30 PM ET. Dallas is favored by 2.5 points at home and is -142 on the money line. The Thunder are +119, and the over/under line is 218.5 points. ABC is carrying this one on TV from the American Airlines Center in Dallas.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 3:30 ET on Saturday, May 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-114 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><p>The Mavericks picked up a 119-110 win in the most recent game of this series. Dallas was a 5-point underdog heading into the game, so they covered the spread as well. The game also surpassed the over/under line of 217 points, as the teams combined to score 229. The Mavericks took control of the game in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Thunder 31-27.</p>

<p>Luka Doncic and P.J. Washington led the Mavericks with 29 points each. Doncic also added 7 assists and 10 rebounds while knocking down 5 threes. Washington hit 7 threes and pulled down 11 boards. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a big game for the Thunder with 33 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists.</p><h3>Will the Thunder Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>OKC comes into today's game with a 57-25 record, which is the best in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they went 21-9 compared to 36-16 against the West.</p>

<p>This season, the Thunder have been the underdog in 21 of their 82 games. On the road, their record as the underdog is 10-11. Their straight-up road record is 26-17.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City has lost their last three games as the underdog vs. the spread. Today, they are getting 2.5 points vs. Dallas. On the road, they have an ATS record of 22-21.</p>

<p>In their most recent game vs. the Mavericks, the Thunder lost by a score of 119-110. The O/U line for that game was 217 points, and OKC was favored by 5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>This season, the Thunder have an O/U record of 46-41-1. In their games, the average combined scoring total is 230.8 points, and the average O/U line is 231.</p><p>Oklahoma City comes into the game as the NBA's 3rd ranked scoring offense, at 120.1 points per game. Despite their high-scoring ways, they have scored below the league average in 36.6% of their games. The Thunder have been one of the most efficient three-point shooting teams in the league this season, hitting 38% of their attempts from downtown.</p>

<p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 28.6 points per game over his last five games, while hitting 48.5% of his shots from the field. For the season, he is averaging 30.1 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.5 rebounds. Chet Holmgren is averaging 7.9 rebounds per game and 15.2 points in his last five games. Jalen Williams is averaging 20.8 points in his last five games on a field goal percentage of 50%.</p><p>On the season, the Thunder are giving up 111.5 points per game, which is 10th in the NBA. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, they are 2nd at 45.3%.</p>

<p>One area where Oklahoma City has excelled is in forcing turnovers. They are first in the league in steals at 8.5 per game. They are also first in blocked shots at 6.6 per contest.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even stingier on the defensive end. They have given up just 96 points per game during that stretch, which is 3rd in the NBA.</p><h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks have a 41-49-0 over/under record this season, and their games have averaged a combined 231.5 points per game. Today's O/U line is 218.5, which is lower than 81 of their previous games.</p>

<p>Dallas has won two straight games as the favorite and has a record of 41-15 in games where they were favored. Today, they are favored by 2.5 points. As the favorite, the Mavs have gone 36-20 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +7.1 PPG.</p>

<p>In their most recent game against the Thunder, the Mavericks won 119-110 as 5-point underdogs. The game's O/U line was 217 points. The Mavs are 14-20 as the favorite this season and have an ATS record of 23-21 at home.</p>

<p>Dallas is currently 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 50-32. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 31-21 and 11-5 in their division. On the road, the Mavericks are 28-18 compared to 27-17 at home.</p><p>Dallas comes into the game as the NBA's 8th-ranked scoring offense, at 117.9 points per game. They are also 9th in home games, at 118 points per contest. The Mavericks have taken and made the 3rd most three-pointers this season, averaging 14.6 made threes per game. However, they are just 14th in three-point shooting percentage, at 36%.</p>

<p>Luka Doncic is averaging 28 points per game over his last five games, to go along with 9.8 assists and 8 rebounds. His three-point shooting has been poor in his last five games, as he hit just 23.3% of his attempts. For the season, he is averaging 4.1 made threes per game. Kyrie Irving is averaging 22.6 points per game on 50% shooting in his last five games, and 25.6 points for the year.</p><p>When it comes to points allowed per game, the Mavericks are 18th in the NBA at 114.6. At home, they are giving up 114.2 points per game, which is also 18th in the league.</p>

<p>In terms of three-point shooting, opponents are making 13.0 threes per game against the Mavericks, which is 18th in the NBA. On the season, opposing teams are shooting 36.8% from beyond the arc vs. Dallas.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Mavericks have been even better on defense, giving up just 107.4 points per game, which is 10th in the NBA during that stretch.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 5/11/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blazers versus the Bulls? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Yuengling Center in Tampa, FL. UAB is favored by -2.5 in this American Athletic conference contest against South Florida. The game's over/under currently sits at 156.5 points.</p><h3>UAB BLAZERS VS SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Yuengling Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will South Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</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>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored UAB?</h3><p>UAB improved to 9-7 on the season with an 81-76 victory over Florida Atlantic on Sunday. The Blazers, who were +3 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game finished at 157, just under the O/U line of 162.5.</p> <p>UAB led 40-35 at halftime and matched FAU point-for-point in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 41 points after the break.</p><p>UAB put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 14 of 22 from the free-throw line, shooting 63.6%. The Blazers grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.</p> <p>Yaxel Lendeborg led the way with 22 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 76.9% from the field and adding 7 assists. Tre Carroll contributed 20 points and 7 rebounds, while KyKy Tandy hit 4 threes, finishing with 14 points on 57.1% shooting from deep.</p><p>UAB's defense allowed 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 29 of 72 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 42%, making 21 of 50 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition connected on 8 of 22 three-point shots, good for 36%. They also went to the free-throw line 15 times, converting 10 of those for 66%. UAB gave up 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bulls Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Florida fell to 8-7 on the season after a 73-70 road loss to Tulane on Saturday. The Bulls entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>USF led 37-34 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The Bulls will look to tighten up their defense as they aim to get back to .500 in their next outing.</p><p>South Florida's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 52.9% from the field and hitting 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.8%, with 17 assists and 12 offensive rebounds contributing to their 70-point performance.</p> <p>Jamille Reynolds led the way with 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting, while Quincy Ademokoya was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots, including 3 threes. Rowan Brumbaugh and Asher Woods each hit 3 threes, with Brumbaugh adding 5 assists.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 73 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field, connecting on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they held their opponents to 37% shooting, as they made just 12 of 32 two-point shots.</p> <p>However, South Florida struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponents hit 14 of 30 attempts, good for 46%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 7 of those for 70%. South Florida allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UAB Blazers vs South Florida Bulls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bulls and Huskies. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Huskies at NIU Convocation Center in Dekalb, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and Northern Illinois is favored by -9 vs. Buffalo in a Mid-American conference matchup.</p><h3>BUFFALO BULLS VS NORTHERN ILLINOIS HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bulls +9</p><p>This game will be played at NIU Convocation Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, February 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Even though we have Northern Illinois winning straight-up, we like Buffalo at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Buffalo Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Buffalo heads into this game as a 9-point underdog, and the Bulls have gone 1-16 as the underdog this season. They have also lost nine straight games and are just 3-20 overall.</p>

<p>Buffalo's average scoring margin on the road this year is -10.3, and they are currently on a five-game road losing streak. They are 1-9 on the road this season.</p><p>Buffalo's overall ATS record this season is 6-15, but their road ATS mark is a solid 6-4. Over their last 3 road games, the Bulls are 1-2 vs. the spread and they have gone 2-3 ATS in their last 5 road contests. As the underdog, Buffalo is 1-2 ATS over their last 3 games and they are just 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>Buffalo's over/under record for the season sits at 8-12-1, and the average scoring total in their games is 146 points. So far, 14 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's over/under line of 149.5. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 152 points, and their over/under record over their last 10 games is 5-4-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Buffalo offense tallied 73 points in a matchup against Bowling Green. Their field goal percentage for the game was 44.6%, and they made 10 threes. Coming into the game, the Bulls offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 26%. On average, they get up 25.3 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 11.3 made free-throws.</p><p>So far, the Bulls' defense is ranked 322nd in the country at 80.4 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Bowling Green, the Falcons finished with a field goal percentage of 54% and a total of 87 points vs. Buffalo.</p><h3>Will Northern Illinois Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>So far this season, Northern Illinois has been an underdog in 18 of its 23 games. The Huskies are 4-14 in those games. At home, they are 3-6, and their average scoring margin is -7.1 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last outing, the Huskies fell to South Alabama by a score of 75-66. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Northern Illinois has gone 2-1 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Huskies have a mark of 6-4 vs. the spread. At home this year, Northern Illinois has an ATS record of 3-6 and their last 10 home ATS mark is 2-6.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Northern Illinois games sits at 12-9. Across their last three games, the average scoring total is 134 points, which is 15.5 points lower than their season average of 149.5. Currently, the average over/under line in their games is 152.2, and their average margin versus the OU line is 2.3 points. This year, 13 of their matchups have finished with more points than today's OU line of 149.5. Over their previous 10 games, their OU record is 6-4.</p><p>Most recently, the Northern Illinois offense finished with just 66 points vs. South Alabama. For the game, they hit 7/26 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 44.4%. The team's top scorer is David Coit, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 19.2, while Zarique Nutter also maintains a PPG average of 15.8 leading up to the game.</p><p>Coming into the game, Northern Illinois will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 78.6 points per game (304th). In their previous game vs. South Alabama, the Jaguars finished with a field goal percentage of 45% and a total of 75 points vs. Northern Illinois.</p>

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